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WORLD CHAMPION Jumpin’ Joel wins global jet ski title Joel was a sight to behold at Portugal, with his wave riding INVERLOCH is home to a world champion, after preparing for the second round when he suffered a serious acand aerial manoeuvres earning him the title. freeride jet skier Joel Barry defended his interna- cident while training in the surf of Inverloch. “There’s a family within the sport that you compete with, “It feels really good to have won it, even though there was tional title. they’re mates. The experiences you get from it are probably only one event,� Joel said. His aerial antics on the world’s big waves saw the 25-year“I’ve got to take it for what it is, it’s a world championship. even better than winning,� Joel said. old named the winner of the IFWA Freeride World Champion- I had to do better than the other competitors and I won it for Joel was beaming with pride, flying the flag for Australia, ship Tour last week, after only one of three stages was held due the year. at Inverloch on Friday. Inset, Joel competing in Portugal in to promotion hurdles. “I won the last three events of last year too so I know I would April (Photo credit Ricardo Fuchs, JetskiNworld and IFWA). FULL STORY ON PAGE 5. The high flying Joel won the first stage at Portugal and was have had the ability to win it if there were more events.�

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WHERE: The Glades, Inverloch. WHEN: Sunday, December 1, 2pm–8.30pm. WHAT: A free, all ages concert in the heart of Inverloch this Sunday will feature musicians, guest speakers, food trucks and more - all in the name of climate action. Inverloch is on the frontline of climate impacts in Victoria and the town has seen dramatic beach erosion since 2012 as rising sea levels and intensifying storm surges slam the coast. The community concert, hosted by Friends of The Earth and the Bass Coast Climate Action Network, will sound the alarm about the climate crisis. Headlining Sound For Climate is Phillip Island musician Maddy May. Another local artist and climate activist, Inverloch’s Mat Morgan, will play contemporary folk style. For more information, check out Sound For Climate on Facebook.

Support a community fete WHERE: Grounds of Woorayl Lodge, 71-73 McCartin Street, Leongatha. WHEN: Saturday, November 30, 8.30am–1pm. WHAT: The annual Woorayl Auxiliary fete is back again this year with something for every age. The delectable plum puddings by Woorayl Lodge’s chef, among an array of other cakes and slices, will be on offer at the fete’s cake stall. A large selection of plants, produce, secondhand goods and stocking filler crafts will be up for grabs and homemade jams, a sausage sizzle, coffee van, Devonshire tea, Dutch oliebollen (doughnut) and more will delight the taste buds. A spinning wheel will give you the chance to win your Christmas ham and duck, and a huge Christmas hamper and Christmas cake will be raffled. The fete will also boast live music and an exhibition of rock and roll dancing (around midday). Come along and support the lodge’s main fundraising event of the year.

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Phillip Island musician Maddy May will headline the free concert, Sound for Climate, this Sunday.

Get active and social in Yarram WHERE: Meet at Yarram Neighbourhood House, 292 Commercial Road, Yarram. WHEN: Every Wednesday. WHAT: Join the Wednesday Walkers at 9.30am every Wednesday to get chatty and active. The free activity will run for about an hour, with the walking group deciding their route on the day. If you’re enjoying the company, head back to Yarram Neighbourhood House for their weekly

Craft and Conversation event at 10.30am. It’s just $3 to participate and funds go back into the great community asset. A morning tea will also be hosted by Yarram Neighbourhood House on Friday, November 29, at 10.30am to raise money for the neighbourhood houses affected by devastating fires in NSW. Entry is $5. Come along and have a cup of tea and a plate of food for a good cause.

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WHERE: The Dakers Centre, Corner of Watt and Smith Streets, Leongatha. WHEN: Sunday, December 1, 2pm. WHAT: The Dakers Centre will come alive with the sound of new and traditional Christmas carols by South Gippsland Singers this Sunday, including the opening number Almost Christmas from Freshly baked scones, homemade jams and the musical A Little Princess. Adults tickets are $15, children are free. Tickdelicious devonshire teas will be just a few ets will be available at the door. things on offer at this year’s Woorayl AuxAdmission includes a delicious afternoon tea iliary fete. following the concert.

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4 - CLIMATE ACTION

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Strange weather signals climate emergency

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Grace Griffith CRACKS of thunder punctuated the message delivered by climate activists in Leongatha last Thursday: extreme weather conditions are a result of global warming and they are on the rise.

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CLIMATE AVCTIVISTS: David Arnauld and Aileen Vening reported on the climate emergency to an audience in Leongatha last week. Second speaker from Wonthaggi, Aileen Vening, pointed out there have been so many weather records broken in just the last week, both globally and locally. “The air over Australia is very dry, which means we will be more susceptible to frost, and it will be drier and hotter,” she said. She said extreme cold weather was another indicator of global warming. Mr Arnault affirmed that it wasn’t all bad news, however. “We’ve begun a transition already,” he said, adding the changing landscape and shift in global attitude will provide new jobs. In the meantime, the speakers encouraged individuals to do their own research and remain

vigilant. “If the county was going to war, we’d be mobilising by now. Well, we need to be mobilising,” Mr Arnault said. Mrs Vening said, “We need to take ownership. If everyone takes ownership, we are all part of the solution.” For farmers, soil health and regenerative farming should be a priority. People can also act by growing fruit and vegetables or buying local produce, eating less red meat, buying and donating goods at op shops, carpooling, cycling, walking or using public transport, turning off lights and standby switches, recycling and investing in solar or renewable energy.

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Earlier that same day, temperatures swelled to over 35°C in Leongatha before taking a dramatic, icy turn. By the late afternoon, we had a small burst of rain which was followed by a dry lightning storm. While some might fob it off as ‘typical Gippsland weather’, it’s apparent this type of weather isn’t normal, especially when these extreme weather events are happening all over the globe and with rapid frequency. The devastating bushfires in NSW and Queensland are case in point. “Climate change is a force multiplier,” activist David Arnault of Mirboo North said. “Hot days will be hotter, drought deeper, flood more devastating and storms more severe.” In 2018, an average of 16 extreme weather events was being recorded a day – a major jump from a decade prior. Mr Arnault predicted by 2050, around 46 extreme weather events would take place per day globally. He said it would continue to affect our food and water, create more allergens and air pollution, spread disease, cause heat stress and impact mental health, all on a grander scale. “Climate change is a medical emergency,” he said.

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South Gippsland Shire Council’s Brad KijlTHE inaugural Climate Action Picnic at Fish Creek on Saturday attracted more stra-Shone heard people’s ideas and views on the than 300 people to learn about climate role council should be playing in climate action, and to share council’s actions. change and sustainability. The event at Buckley Park Community Farm attracted groups such as Fish Creek Landcare, Farmers for Climate Change Action and Prom Area Just Transitions. A jazz band performing Climate Change Blues threaded its way through picnickers before serenading the crowd as it gathered behind a climate emergency banner. Speakers covered topics such as a renewable energy roadmap for South Gippsland, regenerative farming practices, citizen science and the CSIRO’s role in climate science research.

Juneen Schultz, of Buckley Park Community Farm, said the farm supported the picnic as part of its ethos of creating a more resilient community. Dr Suzanne Deed, of picnic co-organisers Prom Area Climate Action (PACA), said the picnic was a wonderful community effort. “I was inspired by the many different ways people are finding to live more sustainability and to encourage each other,” she said. Climate Action Picnics are planned to occur quarterly.

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NEWS - 5

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KING OF THE WAVES Daniel Renfrey INVERLOCH’s Joel Barry is on top of the globe after defending his world title crown. The aerial jet skier was declared the IFWA Freeride World Championship Tour winner last week, his second world championship on the trot. The feat follows the 25-yearold’s recovery from a jet ski accident at Inverloch in which his face was smashed and a strong performance at round one of this year’s world title in Portugal. There was only one stage - the Portugal event in April - in this year’s tour due to promotion hurdles and ‘Jumping Joel’ was the clear leader. “It feels really good to have won it, even though there was only one event,” Joel said. “I’ve got to take it for what it is, it’s a world championship. I had to do better than the other competitors and I won it for the year. “I won the last three events of last year too so I know I would have had the ability to win it if there were more events.” Joel was a sight to behold, with his wave riding and aerial manoeuvres earning him the title. The champion skier was in a zone and enjoyed every moment. “It was absolutely thrilling, I wouldn’t compete in it for any other reason,” he said.

“Any time I’m at an event with the world’s best there, my mind sort of switches off and I just try to reach a level better than my best.” It’s clear Joel’s passion for a thrill on his jet ski is as strong as the currents he rides. This passion shone through during his recovery from an accident in May in which his ski fell on him and crushed his helmet, leaving him with lacerations. “I thought more events were coming and it took a lot of support from friends and family to help me through my recovery,” Joel said. “I still would have competed if it went on, there was no two ways around it. It wouldn’t have been comfortable, but I would have done anything, bandaged my head up or something.” The top talent enjoyed the world championship experience. “Being able to travel, it’s kind of like you’re on your own travelling circus,” he said. “There’s a family within the sport that you compete with, they’re mates. The experiences you get from it are probably even better than winning.” As for what the future holds, the sport is in a rebuilding phase and it’s uncertain whether there will be further events. Whatever happens, Joel still intends to ride on. “Just riding around Australia and around the world for a while could be the way to go, but who knows what will happen,” he said.

POLICE BRIEFS Hoon nabbed A LEONGATHA hoon will face court after evading police on Sunday. The 19 year old was parked in the McDonalds car park when police arrived. Rather than talk to officers, the disqualified driver took off at speed, narrowly missing customers. Police chose not to pursue the teen out of fear for public safety. The offender was arrested two hours later at his residence in Leongatha. He has been charged with reckless driving and reckless conduct. Disqualified from driving, he is out on bail until his court case early in 2020.

Stolen car torched WONTHAGGI CIU is investigating the circumstances surrounding a burnout Mitsubishi. The car is believed stolen. The car was discovered on the Korumburra South Road, Korumburra South, on Saturday at about 2.30am.

Tree crash driver charged AN 18 year old Warrandyte man who crashed into a tree has been suspended from driving for three months and will pay a $537 fine. The man had reached a speed of 135kmh along the South Gippsland Highway, Foster – 35kmh above the speed limit - in the lead up to the crash. He will also face court on a separate charge of careless driving.

Sleeping driver fined A 32 YEAR OLD man from Mirboo North fell asleep at the wheel while driving through Mardan last week. He was not injured during the resultant crash, but received an infringement notice for careless driving of $397 and three demerit points.

Dash cam dragnet POLICE nabbed a Korumburra teen after a member of the public submitted dash cam footage of his dangerous driving. Police said the 19 year old was issued an infringement notice for failing to have proper control of his motor vehicle as he drove. He incurred a fine of $248.

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6 - NEWS

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Family watches as house fire claims all Grace Griffith WHEN their Korumburra home went up in flames last Tuesday, Pam Prestage, her three young children and two friends didn’t have time to grab any of the belongings.

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They escaped with just the clothes on their back and watched in shock as everything they owned and loved was engulfed in flames. “We got the notification at around 8.25am and were on the scene seven minutes later and the whole house was fully involved at the time,” Korumburra CFA captain Shane Maskell said. “We could see smoke on the way there in the truck and I knew then it was too late to save the house. “Our priorities were to make sure everyone was out and to stop the spread to neighbouring properties, which we did.” Single mother of three and renter of the property, Ms Prestatge, ran back into the burning premise to rescue their family dog after she got her children, aged two, eight and 10, out of the home.

While all six occupants escaped uninjured, they were taken to hospital and treated for smoke inhalation. The house fire remains under investigation but is being treated as not suspicious. “It’s possible it might have had something to do with an electrical fault,” Mr Maskell said. Regardless of the cause, the home was completely gutted and the family has lost everything they held dear, including family heirlooms and baby photos. In response to the devastating loss, friend Sonia Albanese from Korumburra initiated a GoFundMe fundraising campaign for the family. Already the community has rallied to raise nearly $2000. “Pam and her children are currently staying with family and they overwhelmed with the support her community is showing,” Sonia wrote. “Pam is an amazing friend and mother who is always there for the people in her life…and she is now left to rebuild her and her children’s lives. “Please, any donation along with kind words and warm wishes are greatly appreciated.” To help rebuild the home and lives of Pam and her children, donate here: https://bit.ly/35nmhxS

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NEWS - 7

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POLICE BRIEFS

Pool funding secured

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YARRAM police have arrested and charged a 20 year old Woodside man with criminal damage to road signs and letter boxes in the Woodside area. The man was also charged with possession of cannabis. Police received numerous complaints about signs and letter boxes being knocked over along the South Gippsland Highway and damage to letter boxes down Beach Road, on the evening of Saturday, November 16. After extensive investigation, they were able to make their arrest. The man has been bailed to appear in the Sale Magistrate courts in January 2020 and could have his car impounded for one month under hooning laws.

MIRBOO North’s pool funding was secured last week, with South Gippsland Shire Council awarding the contract to Langden Constructions. A total of $5.73 million has been allocated to the project. The Mirboo North community raised $1 million to support the project. The Federal Government contributed $600,000 and the Victorian Government $190,000. Council will fund the remaining project cost. The redeveloped facility will include a new 25 metre pool, including ramp access and wet decks; a new learn-to-swim pool with ramp access and children’s splash park; and a new building, which includes dry programs space to help extend its use beyond the pool season. “This is a dream come true, we’re absolutely over the moon. I can’t wait for that grand opening. They’ve extended the season without us even begging,” long term pool advocate Mary Baker told The Star. The committed fundraiser has been helping to make the case for an upgrade for about 15 years. Council administrator Julie Eisenbise described the planned upgrade as “a wonderful project for the Mirboo North community and a great example of what can be achieved when the three levels of government work together to support its community”. “The dedication of the Friends of the Mirboo

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They’re training for a fight TOURIST railway supporters are urging “civil disobedience” if South Gippsland Shire Council extends the rail trail between Leongatha and Korumburra. Last week the Southern Rail Preservation Group – a group proposing the resurrection of the tourist train between Leongatha and Korumburra - held a public meeting, with support from the South Gippsland Action Group. Members of the politically-aligned South Gippsland Ratepa Ratepayers group were also in attendance. at SGAG president DaSG told the auvid Amor A dience dienc he had a “proposal” posa to present to council. coun “I would like youse guys to immediately susthe plans to remove pend th railway tracks – stop, the rail suspend and do not sus allow any of these works to go ahead. And engage with the community for the future • Former South Gippsland of the railway Shire councillor, Frank Hirst. land for the fu-

ture of South Gippsland residents,” he said. Former councillor Frank Hirst said “I’d be prepared to indulge civil disobedience to stop people ripping up our tracks”. “Maybe we should all join SGAG or the South and West Gippsland Transport Group (rail advocacy group),” he said. Another SGAG member, Marie GerrardStaton, said all the groups present should “put together a militant, united action voice that the administrators and the acting shire CEO can take note of”. “They love splinter groups. They love you all to be divided. They can then just say, ‘We’ll take that on notice, we’re the experts and we’ll make the decisions for you. You’re all just like a lot of little school kids who can’t make up your minds,” she said. “Get your voices united in something simple like, return the train to this area.” Southern Rail’s Stuart Gilbert said there are plans to re-establish a train between Korumburra and Leongatha within months. Eventually, the group plans to return a rail service along the full 58 kilometres of line between Leongatha and Koo Wee Rup. The plan runs contrary to plans by council to dig up the tracks and extend the bike track. Council has signed a lease agreement with VicTrack, the state government body with control over Victoria’s rail assets. Mr Gilbert said he was “reasonably confident the railway would be attracting 350,000 people

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Tank full of fun at show Yarram Standard will have all the results from YARRAM Agricultural Show delighted and entertained all who walked through the show in next week’s edition. the Yarram Recreation Reserve gates on Saturday.

TANKS ALOT: Yarram Show had tank loads of fun for everyone this year.

The event was touted as a great family show, with exhibits and events catering for visitors of every age. The wool shed was chock-a-block with arts and crafts from local schools, as well as flowers galore from local green thumbs. Over at the May Pavilion, the Yarram Herd Services announced the winners of the 21st Dairy Cow Challenge. Hopefuls in the Miss Show Girls contest paraded in front of judges Marg Ford and Mellissa Franks, before the winners were sashed and congratulated. They were 13-16 years Moni Sanderson, 9-12 years Lydia Trotter, 2-4 years Kasharna Alberti, 5-8 years Willow Best and 17-25 years Helena Palmer. The main arena was a hive of activity all day, with splendid looking horses and their riders putting on a great show. Around the perimeter there were beaut utes galore and local businesses showing their wares. The woodchop was again a great drawcard and Six-year-old Luke MacAulay from Alberton the chook shed had a constant stream of visitors West enjoyed looking at the breeds of chooks at this year’s show. throughout the day.

Yvonne O’Neal from Devon North, with horse Logan, chats with friends Giselle LePage and Matthew Stapleton also from Devon North, between her events.

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Foster: Tuesday 3 December (10.00-10.30am): War Memorial Arts Centre

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Rescue our beach

Water bills may rise WATER bills will increase by approximately $50 a year for the average customer under a proposal by South Gippsland Water.

MPs demand rocks, now

That is the plan the water corporation has submitted to the Essential Services Commission for the years 2020-2023. South Gippsland Water said a moderate increase in tariffs was necessary. The average water bill will rise by approximately $50 in the first year and $21 per year for the following two years, plus CPI. A capital program of $41 million over the three years will fund the replacement of aging assets to maintain reliable services and accommodate for growth areas. “Customers have been clear in their feedback and have provided direction regarding key areas of organisational focus,” South Gippsland Water’s Philippe du Plessis said. “These include reliability and maintaining service standards, planning for the future, and that the corporation deliver affordable services.” The commission will assess the pricing submission for compliance with legislation, guidance and efficiency, and on the basis of their assessment, make a pricing determination. South Gippsland Water will receive a draft pricing determination around March 2020. This will then be subject to further customer feedback, before a final determination in June 2020, with new prices due to come into effect from July 1, 2020.

Daniel Renfrey THE call for a rock wall to prevent further erosion at Inverloch is gaining pace. Politicians Tim Smith and Edward O’Donohue last week demanded a rock wall instead of sandbags to protect the surf beach from penetrating surf. They visited the Inverloch Surf Lifesaving Club last Thursday to discuss the issue with residents and club president Warren Cook. “A rock wall needs to be built,” Mr Smith said. “The people of Bass and Inverloch need to be taken seriously.” The degree of erosion has increased since the MPs last visited the coast of Inverloch. “It’s clear measures aren’t working at the moment and we need the government to at least

(L-R) Inverloch residents Jack Buckley, Keith Godridge and Robin Bowman are unhappy with the suggested sandbag solution to erosion at their town and want a rock wall installed as soon as possible.

ACCELERATING ACTION: (L-R) Edward O’Donohue MP, Inverloch Surf Lifesaving Club president Warren Cook and Tim Smith MP converged at the club on Thursday to discuss the need for faster action on Inverloch’s erosion issue. have sandbags in front of the beautiful lifesaving building as soon as possible,” Mr O’Donohue said. “The erosion is accelerating; it’s not slowing down. It needs to be done but we don’t have the luxury of time, so we need to identify answers and a long-term solution as soon as possible.” Long-time Inverloch resident Keith Godridge, an ex-engineer – said a rock wall was the superior solution compared to sandbags. He addressed Bass Coast Shire Council at last week’s meeting. “A minimal job is being done to protect the coast and if the erosion continues it could go into car parks, Surf Parade and further so it’s very, very grave,” he said. “The indications are that rocks are a lot cheaper than sandbags and more effective.” Mr Godridge said around $700,000 has been allocated toward a State Government study to find the cause of the erosion. However, he said this was too little too late.

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“If the study had been done three years ago, the money would’ve been well spent,” he said. “The erosion is over two kilometres long, at least 30 metres of beach has been lost, as well as about six hectares of coastal vegetation. The horse has well and truly bolted and we need money spent on action.” Mr Godridge said the closest source of rocks was the quarry at Leongatha South. “It just involves loading them onto dump trucks, taking them to where they need to go and getting an excavator to place them against the sand. It’s a simple operation,” he said. Bass Coast Shire Councillor Stephen Fullarton also supported a rock wall and said installing sandbags was “pussy-footing around the issue”. The politicians also met with Wonthaggi Lifesaving Club’s Alan Evers-Buckland to discuss beach issues at Cape Paterson and Wonthaggi residents concerned about access to the new senior campus of Wonthaggi Secondary College.

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Toora lights the way CHRISTMAS spirit is alive and well in Toora with the town already planning its lighting display. Entries are now open for the town’s Light Up Toora competition with up to $1,500 worth of prizes to be won. Tara Hollier, member of Toora Community Action Team (TCAT), said Christmas was how their town group was initially formed. “The shire wasn’t responsible for putting up decorations, so TCAT was born from that,” she said. Home owners aren’t the only Christmas enthusiasts with many businesses also joining in on the festivities. “Toora Community Bank has jumped on board with sponsorship and are funding prizes for the competition and decorations around town,” Tara said. A whole range of competition categories from traditional light displays to a hay bale section will be open to the community. A town Christmas tree will also be installed at the top of Stanley Street thanks to the sponsorship of the bank and the work of Inlet Engineering. “It’s a Christmas tree with a modern twist,” Tara hinted. A grant from the South Gippsland Shire Council will also see gumtrees up-lit along the highway for the merry season. “Businesses will decorate their shop windows too. It’s nice to see the town come together in that way,” Tara said. Entry forms are available via the Toora Community Action Team Facebook page or Toora Foodworks. Registration closes December 9, 12pm.

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THERE was mixed response on our socials when trees were given the axe in Peart Street, Leongatha last Thursday. The Queensland Brush Box trees’ removal came on the back of a petition by residents to South Gippsland Shire Council. Residents argued the trees were a nuisance since they dropped seed pods and their roots raised footpaths.

FRIEND Vanessa North is helping former South Gippsland Shire councillor Andrew McEwen to raise money to cover his legal expenses after a leaked email landed him in trouble. The GoFundMe page, set up by Vanessa, calls to help pay part of the $15,000 legal costs. The story on our socials attracted many reactions from our followers, including these:

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Tourist plan falls

NEWS IN BRIEF Inverloch safety plea INVERLOCH residents have called for a footpath along Powlett Street in town. Bass Coast Shire Council received a petition with 120 signatures seeking the path between Bass Highway and Sandymount Avenue. Residents say the verges are difficult for people with mobility impairments as they are

PLAN COLLAPSES: Kathy Whelan and Pe-ter Lee have championed the cantilever viewingg platform plan at Agnes Falls. reactions and comments.”

Matt Dunn She said sad and angry emojis abounded. Ms Whelan’s husband Peter Lee said he was SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has reemotional” to speak. versed an original pledge of $510,000 to “tooFriends of Agnes Fall’s Matt Sherry was anbuild a viewing platform at Agnes Falls gered that “three undemocratically elected officials north of Toora. that live hundreds of kilometres from our region The money was allocated by the previous council, which was dismissed by the State Government in April over allegations of poor governance. Speaking to council administrators ahead of the vote last week, Friends of Agnes Falls’ Kathy Whelan told of being “gobsmacked and devastated” by the withdrawal of the funding. She said the friends group had distributed more than 35,000 promotional leaflets for the falls, ensuring its success as a tourist attraction. “It’s such a short sighted decision to cancel the funding for this cantilever project. It’s been fully funded. Sixty thousand dollars has been spent with $450,000 still in the budget, unless you cancel it,” Ms Whelan said. “There is absolutely no reason to do that. There is so much community support for this project. You may have seen, if you’ve looked on our Facebook site, that we’ve received over 4000

should tell us this project cannot be funded”. Administrator Christian Zahra said the Friends of Agnes Falls had been “very strong advocates”. “I think it’s more appropriate that the funding for this project comes from another source. The source, primarily, should be Parks Victoria,” he said. “It’s also worth putting on the public record that no other significant capital project has had funding allocated in the shire outside the ordinary budget process in the last five years. “It’s been an unusual process that’s led to that project having funding allocated within the council budget. It’s unusual too to think the project would have received 100 per cent contribution from the council.” He said it was a statement of fact “that this is Parks Victoria land and this is Parks Victoria’s core business”.

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Inverloch: home to a champion, beach in need

JOEL Barry (pictured) may look like any typical young bloke with a passion for adventure who loves the thrill of speed. But this Inverloch local has seen the world and conquered challenges in his quest to be the best in the world in his chosen sport. And that he is, for the second time. He won the IFWA Freeride World Championship Tour for the second consecutive year last week, a fitting accolade given he had endured a horrific accident after winning the first round of the title in Portugal this year. His story is an inspiration, proving that following one’s passion and achieving the ultimate success does not mean that you have to have access to infinite resources and be based in a capital city. This star of the world trains offshore of Inverloch’s surf beach, bringing positive media attention to the town’s beach after months of public discussion about how erosion is eating away the surf beach’s dunes. The issue of erosion remained in the headlines last week, with opposition politicians joining with concerned locals in calling for a rock wall to be built along the beach instead of sandbags, to guarantee the surf beach will not be further eaten away by the sea. Among those campaigning for a rock wall was former engineer, Keith Godridge. If this beach is to continue to be the backbone of Inverloch’s tourism-based economy, as well as produce future world champions, a prompt and permanent resolution to beach erosion must be given. There is no time for “pussy-footing”, as Bass Coast Shire Councillor Stephen Fullarton states in today’s Star. Real action is needed and now, not just to save Inverloch Surf Lifesaving Club building and roads, but the beach as we all love to know it.

ONCE again I raise the issue of our shire charging all local sporting clubs a fee for food registration premises. Community-based volunteers give their time and energy for organisations throughout our shire. South Gippsland Shire Council requires all food registration premises to be registered and staff to have food handling qualifications and keep records to ensure all food standards are maintained. Community-based clubs comply with all of these requirements. Commercial kitchens pay an annual registration fee, and our shire community clubs and sporting clubs were given an exemption from payment having no paid staff (all volunteers). Council in their wisdom introduced a registration fee in 2019 of $150 and increased this again in 2020 to $300 for non-profit sporting clubs. The reason given is that some of our neighbouring councils apply this fee. Don’t bother inviting me to a shire recognition day for services provided by volunteers to the community of South Gippsland. Show us the appreciation where it counts – no fee! Marilyn Flett, Foster.

The dark side is being avoided I AM writing in the hope this letter will alert readers in the South Gippsland Shire of the disastrous impacts the proposed General Local Law 2014 (Amendment 1 of 2019) will have on a significant number of landholders. Under the proposed amendments, landholders who are not in an area zoned as Farming will need to obtain a permit and pay annual fees to keep animals. From Rural Activity Zone to Residential, all these landholders will be treated the same. While there will not be many residential properties that farm animals, the same cannot be said for those who live in the Rural Activity Zones. Rural Activity Zones were created in 2014 and include many properties which were previously zoned Farming. They consist of small properties mainly concentrated around the Kardella, Ruby, Loch, Mirboo North, Leongatha, Foster and Fish Creek areas. There would be hundreds of landholders in this zone. Under the proposed changes landholders will not be allowed to keep cattle, sheep, goats, horses, or the catch all, other agricultural animals, without a permit. How much a permit will cost and what the council will use to determine whether to grant a permit or not is not disclosed. The cost, both in terms of paperwork and money for landholders in the Rural Activity Zone are high. Money will need to be paid annually in order to keep livestock. It will not be the landholder who decides what livestock they wish to keep, rather it will be an undemocratically elected bureaucrat who may or may not have any farming knowledge at all. The effects of this lack of certainty about what a

SHOW SPIRIT: Marilyn Flett of Foster is calling on South Gippsland Shire Council to not charge community and sporting groups, such as football clubs, a food registration fee. landholder in the Rural Activity Zone can or cannot be allowed to farm will have a negative impact on property prices in the zone. Who would want to buy a farm when there is no certainty about how the land can be used? Lill Roberts, Kardella.

Promote timber technology THE knee-jerk reaction, by our local MPs to the proposed changes to saw log availability is typical of those who can’t see the wood for the trees, or past the next election. An emotional 10 second grab is unsatisfactory. To mount a reasoned argument they need to produce facts and figures, in this case cubic metres of logs involved. The history of European settlement of Australia from an environmental point of view - as is increasingly being realised - has been disastrous, with the loss of many life forms, both flora and fauna. It is to be hoped that the proposed changes to the timber industry will, in a small way help to redress this. If job losses are a concern we need to look no further than the demise of the Australian car industry- written off under a coalition government. At least, unlike the car industry, the timber industry will survive and with innovation can expect a healthy, sustainable future. One such innovation is radial sawing, a proven method of efficiently sawing small diameter logs, which the timber industry has been slow to adopt. I would be interested to know how much our members, both Chester and O’Brien, have done to promote this new technology. Iain McConachie, Won Wron.

Nature is medicine NATURAL resource development in Australia has been heading for a crisis since European settlement. Historically, all exploitive, natural resource industries, logically have an end. I love reading the historical lessons of the book Land of the Lyrebird which documents the optimist European development of South Gippsland.

Pioneer settlers, like my ancestors, were given incentives to clear the Great Gippsland Forests in the fertile Strzelecki Ranges, with an annual rainfall of around 1250mm. Our Mountain Ash trees are world famous giants, home of our lyrebird, unique plants and wildlife. However, since that time, with some wartime prosperity, our Aboriginal Tradition Land Owners have been decimated by indiscriminate, punitive development, and the land was exploited in a similar manner. Because of large scale land clearing and unsustainable land practices, there has been a concerning decline in farming viability, rural communities and environmental biodiversity and sustainability. In so many ways, it is historically, increasingly evident that our politicians have failed us with the false hope: that the driest continent on Earth could possibly feed the world. For over 50 years, as a growing number of farming and rural community families leave the land. It is clear our European exploitive, land management practices are in crisis, while many political and industry leaders are in self interested denial and promote community misinformation, blame and division. A national plan is urgent, to facilitate sustainable, appropriately managed environmental biodiversity, that is essential for all future developments. Today, South Gippsland receives less than 850mm of annual rainfall, and so much of our country is in drought and fire crisis. It’s time for change. Let us reimagine our Land of the Lyrebird; conserve and invest in our diminishing, precious and diverse remnant native forests, farm forestry and the science of more sustainable land management. Importantly, we must work to cooperate and invest with our city friends and develop a common, shared environmental purpose, that best serves the wellbeing of our communities. When we take so much, we must generously give back. Richard Lester, Leongatha.

COUNCIL MESSAGES Administrator Christian Zahra IT’S been an important week for council with two large infrastructure projects awarded. The first project, the Leongatha and District Netball Association courts redevelopment, will provide compliant outdoor netball courts, new sports floodlighting and accessible facilities which will enhance and encourage greater female participation. We approved the awarding of a contract for $655,410 to complete the project which will support the 600 local netballers who use these facilities every week. I want to particularly highlight the contribution of $150,000 from the Leongatha and District Netball Association which complements the State Government contribution of $500,000 made under the 2018/19 Female Friendly Facilities Fund. This is great local project that will serve a large number of local families. The second major community infrastructure project that we awarded was for the Mirboo North

Pool redevelopment. This is a $5.73 million contract that includes design and construction of a new 25 metre long, eight lane wide swimming pool, learn to swim pool inclusive of access ramps and surrounding concourses and a new children’s splash park. The Mirboo North community raised $1 million towards the project. We have added a heat pump that will extend the pool season. We also made the tough decision not to proceed to fund the Agnes Falls Reserve Scenic Lookout that had been budgeted by the previous council. After careful reflection, our view was to have gone along with the previous decision of the former council would have created an expectation across South Gippsland that council should fund similar lookout projects, particularly as other Parks Victoria locations and other state reserves are equally beautiful places and similarly valued by local residents..

Cr Brett Tessari THE local boating and fishing community gathered in Rhyll on Friday night, to check out Better Boating Victoria’s draft plans for the Rhyll boating facility upgrade. Representatives from Maritime Safety Victoria and the Victorian Fisheries Authority were also on hand on the night, to answer questions, provide a barbecue and they even put on a live flare demonstration. The community feedback received on the night will be used to develop the final plans for the upgrade, which will see a number of improvements made to the safety and useability of the current facility. If you couldn’t make it to the drop in session on Friday, jump on to Better Boating Victoria’s Facebook page. The Rail Trail Illumination Project, which received $198,000 through the State Government’s Pick My Project community grant initiative, was officially launched on Friday night.

Forty-eight solar lights have now been installed along the Bass Coast Rail Trail between McKenzie Street and South Dudley Road, including in the car park and community space behind Apex Park. It is so great to see this fantastic community driven project come to fruition, which will benefit trail users as well as the wider community. The lights have improved visibility, increased access and convenience and are bound to give trail users a better sense of security. A special shout out to Karen Thorp and Max Richter, who submitted the original application for consideration. Yesterday marked the start of the United Nation’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign. The campaign takes place every year between the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25 and International Human Rights Day on December 10.


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FUTURE GAZING: An artist’s impression of how the Black Spur realignment will look between Koonwarra and Meeniyan.

Black Spur blow out THE cost of the realignment of the South or other local roads like Meeniyan-Promontory Gippsland Highway near Koonwarra has Road,” Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said. blown out by 130 per cent. State budget papers in May confirmed the

Last week, governments announced the con-

tender at $115.2 million. This prompted the Federal Government to allocate an extra $32.6 million. A spokesperson for Major Road Projects Victoria said cost pressures were affecting infrastructure projects around Australia, including higher inflation, and demand for skilled labour and materials. “The additional funding that’s going towards this bungled project could have been used to fix up other sections of the South Gippsland Highway, the Strzelecki Highway, the Hyland Highway

Contractors ofMelbourne. Nine sharp bends will be removed, roadside barriers installed and two bridges will be built over the Tarwin River. There will also be a new underpass for the Great Southern Rail Trail near Caithness Road. The realignment would reduce the length of highway between Old Koonwarra-Meeniyan Road and Minns Road from 3.4km to 2.3km. The project will support up to 100 new jobs during construction. Major construction is set to start early next year.

TESTING TIMES: The quality of South Gippsland Water’s supplies is constantly moni- project would cost $50 million, but last week, tract for the Black Spur project between Koontored for quality. governments announced the project would go to warra and Meeniyan had been awarded to CPB

Tap is best SOUTH Gippsland Water is on a mission to see consumers embrace the idea that tap water is best. As part of the Choose Tap Coalition, South Gippsland Water recently received results of research into consumer attitudes regarding drinking tap water. The research found that about 15 per cent of people are tap water skeptics - those who are suspicious of tap water in terms of quality and believe that it tastes inferior. Meanwhile, 19 per cent of the population full into the category ‘Water Supporters’. These consumers are ‘on-board’ with tap water and have confidence in its taste and quality. They are strong supporters of it from an environmental standpoint. The rest of the population lie somewhere in between. South Gippsland Water is responsible for the collection, treatment, supply and billing of local drinking water. With eight separate water supply systems supplying Wonthaggi in the west, Nyora in the north and as far east as Yarram, there is a lot of ground to cover and each township experiences its own unique challenges. If you’re not a “Water Supporter” what’s holding you back from the tap? SGW managing director Philippe du Plessis asked. “When it comes to water quality, we never take shortcuts. The dedicated staff at South Gippsland Water take water quality seriously and our water supply systems are regularly and rigorously tested,” he said. Mr du Plessis said water was sampled and analysed through all stages of collection, treatment, storage and distribution to the home. “Online devices continually monitor important water quality indicators, with many being programmed to alarm and shut down treatment plants automatically if specific operating limits are breached,” he said. “Our highly trained team of treatment operators also monitor water quality on a daily basis to ensure online analysers are working correctly, and so that adjustments can be made to treatment processes as required.” In addition, South Gippsland Water staff collect samples from across the water supply systems on a weekly basis and send these to an external laboratory in Melbourne for independent analysis. Results for regulated parameters are checked by the Department of Health every month. This is to ensure South Gippsland Water is meeting strict requirements of safe drinking water legislation. Since June 2018, South Gippsland Water has been using higher rates of the Melbourne Supply System water to respond to seasonal conditions at Lance Creek Reservoir and improve the taste of water supplied to customers in Wonthaggi, Cape Paterson, Inverloch, Korumburra, Poowong and Nyora.

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We invite suitably qualified contractors to tender for the following projects:

We currently have vacancies in the following roles:

Drain Replacement Barkly Street, Sale Closes: 2.00pm Wednesday 11 December, 2019

Building Inspector (Limited) Closes: EOI Ongoing

Maffra Streetscape Renewal Works (North) Closes: 2.00pm Wednesday 11 December, 2019 Sale-Toongabbie Intersection Reconstruction Works Closes: 2.00pm Wednesday 11 December, 2019 Boisdale Sewer Works Closes: 2.00pm Wednesday 11 December, 2019 Kilmany Landfill Cell 3 Design Services Closes: 2.00pm Wednesday 18 December, 2019

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The $700,000 Briagolong Recreation Reserve Clubroom Redevelopment was officially opened last week. The tired, outdated facilities have been transformed into modern spaces to accommodate the various user groups and the wider community. The completed project includes refurbished home and away changerooms that are female and family friendly; refurbished

School Crossing Supervisor Reliever Closes: EOI Ongoing Group Fitness Instructor (Casual) Closes: EOI Ongoing Swim School Teacher Closes: EOI Ongoing To find out more visit www.wellington.vic.gov. au/careers

Meetings The next meeting of Council takes place on: Tuesday 3 December 2019 From 3.00pm at the Wellington Centre. Members of the public are welcome to all open sessions of the Council. Alternatively you can view any Council Meeting live online via our website.

Above: Briagolong Primary School students celebrated the newly redeveloped recreation reserve facilities at the official opening last week.

he Briagolong community is celebrating the completion of its new redeveloped recreation reserve facilities.

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Briagolong residents continue to celebrate the opening of their new rec reserve clubrooms! umpire/tennis changerooms; new social rooms; a new meeting room and new storage shed. Wellington Shire Council provided $309,609 towards the project, with the Briagolong Recreation Reserve Committee of Management contributing an impressive $40,000. The Federal Government, through the Community Sports Infrastructure Fund provided $250,000 and the Victorian Community Sport and

Infrastructure Fund $100,000. The completed project is a great outcome for the Briagolong junior football club, cricket club, pony club and tennis club and the wider community who will also be able to use the facility. Wellington Shire Mayor Alan Hall congratulated the Briagolong community of around 1,000 people for raising $40,000 towards the project. "What an incredible achievement for such a small community," he said.

General Council Notices Upcoming immunisation sessions Council’s free monthly immunisation sessions for all eligible infants, school children and adults will be held at: Yarram - Wednesday 4 December, 11.00am - 11.30am Yarram District Hub, 156 Grant Street, Yarram Immunisations are offered in accordance with the National Immunisation Schedule. For a copy of the most up to date list of immunisations required, a copy of the session dates and times or for any immunisation enquiries, please contact the Environmental Health Unit on 1300 366 244 or visit our website.

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Final week for No Fee Green Waste Disposal of green waste for no fee at waste facilities in Wellington will wrap up at the end of this month. This is your last chance to take advantage of our No Fee Green Waste month and dispose of any green waste you have lying around your home for free. You can take your green waste to any of Wellington's waste facilities in Kilmany, Maffra, Loch Sport, Seaspray, Heyfield, Stratford or Yarram for free before Sunday 1 December.

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Saturday 7 December 2019 - 10am to 3.30pm (light lunch provided) Venue: Wellington Room, Wellington Centre Port of Sale, 70 Foster Street, Sale 3850 Register: www.bit.ly/PlacemakingSale or register by phone on 5142 3013.

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Passion for pottery POTTERY has always been a passion for Kardella’s Rob Barron, and through his Gooseneck Pottery, the man with 45 years’ experience shares his passion with the public. Around 2000 pieces of beautiful art currently sit at Rob’s pottery, all available for the community to admire and purchase. The 63-year-old, who is also a part-time ski instructor at Mt Hotham, gets great satisfaction out of creating his woodfire pieces and giving them to the public. “You get variations in colour, shape and texture when you’re manipulating in a woodfire kiln. It’s unpredictable and exciting,” he said. “It’s rewarding to see people admire it and you want people to use the work too. Things like dishes, cups, bowls, vases, and other pots, it’s satisfying that people use those pieces.” Rob has been potting since he was 18, mastering his craft in countries like Japan, France, Portugal and Korea along the way. He now spends days and months on end creating his artwork in a kiln, which takes a five-day firing to produce a bunch of pieces. “The amount of work is pretty endless, and I had an injured arm and broken finger from skiing recently, so I had to wait for that to heal before I got back to it,” Rob said. The commitment and drive shown by Rob is reflected

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fit, which is especially important because you need to be fit to do this sort of pottery,” he said. “I definitely get inspiration from it too because skiing is usually in a very beautiful environment.” With Gooseneck Pottery celebrating 35 years in 2019, this balance has paid off for Rob. If one thing’s for sure, Rob will be continuing to make pottery many more years into the future. “As long as I can still walk, I’ll be doing this,” he said. “I’ll scale back at some stage maybe, but I’ll always be potting.” The pottery will be open for the next two weekends for two days of wine, food and demonstrations.

CLEVER CRAFTER: Rob Barron, 63, has dedicated most of his life to creating pottery and uses a woodfire kiln at his Kardella pottery to create a number of eye-catching works.

Trees to be replaced SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will replace the Queensland Brush Box trees cut down along Peart Street, Leongatha last week. Residents successfully petitioned council to have the trees removed, arguing the trees were a nuisance, since they dropped seed pods. Their roots have also been responsible for raising footpaths. Photos of the chopped-down trees drew sharp criticism on The Star’s Facebook page, including one person who wrote, “Disgraceful. Just because some people are unhappy! Get a backbone council and make a stand in support of the environment and wildlife. Just another reason not to go to Leongatha. The most boring and unattractive town. The mature trees are its only (or should I say ‘were’) its main asset.” Locals had a different take, with one commenting, “No sad face here..! I live on Peart Street and they had to go. Numerous people have taken a tumble on the footpath from it being lifted and from all the seeds on the path. It’s dangerous.” Council’s Fred Huitema said replacement trees would be planted in autumn 2020 and would be the same as ones on the other side of the street. “The footpaths will be inspected and any defects will be assessed according to the level of risk and prioritised to be repaired as part of the footpath maintenance program,” he said.

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Teens get the FIRE AWARENESS phone signal Prepare for the fire season SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council is urging local residents to ensure their properties are fire ready in preparation for the upcoming fire season.

Local Laws officers will begin property inspections this year after the Country Fire Authority declare the fire danger period. Fire prevention notices will be issued to landowners who need to reduce the risk of bushfire on their property by slashing grass and removing combustibles. To ensure your property is prepared for the upcoming season make sure: • Gutters are clear of leaf litter. • Grass is cut to less than 10 centimetres. • Flammable items are removed from decks and verandahs. • Overhanging branches are cut. • Dry grass, leaves, twigs and bark are removed. • Shrubs are pruned away from branches. • Woodpiles are moved away from the home. South Gippsland Shire Council’s Luke Mullen wanted to remind residents of the importance of being prepared for the fire season ahead. “Fire can have serious consequences, taking both assets and lives in some cases. It is in all our interest to ensure we do everything we can to preSWITCHED ON: Chairo Christian School students Toby Gale, Amaya Sande and Anton vent such an occurrence happening,” he said. Shields do not use their mobile phones during school hours. “The recent fires in New South Wales and Queensland are a clear indication of just how secompliance from students and on the whole our vere the upcoming fire season could be. Brad Lester students use technology responsibly,” principal “We all have the responsibility to take action Leslie said. INDEPENDENT schools will retain David Newhaven College is putting the onus back on mixed policies on students using mo- the students to use their phones responsibly. bile phones during school hours, as state Principal Gea Lovell said the college does not schools prepare to ban students from us- have a blanket ban on the use of mobile phones for all students, but enforces strict guidelines ing mobiles next year. While Chairo Christian School and Mary around their use. “All students up to and including those in Year MacKillop College in Leongatha now prohibit students from using mobiles during school hours, 9 must put their phones in their locker when at Newhaven College allows students access to their school,” she said. “In years 10 to 12 they may use their phones phones – so long as they do so responsibly. The State Government has adopted one of the by invitation only. Rather than banning the phone, world’s toughest stances on mobile phone use in we are encouraging responsible use of these schools in an attempt to tackle cyber bullying and devices. “There is very little that we do in this day and distractions in the classroom. This ban means students must turn off their age that does not have some form of technological phones and store them in lockers during school intervention, and schools should be no different.” Ms Lovell said the Senior School focuses on hours. Chairo Christian School, Leongatha principal fostering the meaningful use of digital technoloAnthony Collier said the school has a long-stand- gies to enhance every student’s learning. “Over the years we have encouraged the reing policy that students are not permitted to use their phones during school hours, including class spectful use of the mobile phone and teach our students about phone etiquette along with the times, recess and lunch. “Students can ask their teacher for permis- dangers and addiction that can be associated with sion to use their phone for learning purposes,” he phone use,” she said. “Our students are engaged in a technology rich said. “However, students found to be using education, preparing them for the technological their phones without permission have them revolution that they are all part of.” The State Government will spend $12.4 milconfiscated.” Mr Collier said phones are useful to students lion to deliver the resources schools need to sewho travel by bus and need to communicate with curely store student’s phones, ahead of the ban next year. their parents. Schools will be able to apply for funding for “This process works very well and we don’t have significant issues arising from students using storages. In secondary schools, mobile phones are most their phones at school,” he said. Mary MacKillop College, Leongatha requires likely to be kept in secure lockers or a secure box students to put phones away in lockers or bags in the home room. Schools will be able to apply for funding to during class time. “We currently allow students to access their purchase or upgrade lockers or buy new padlocks phones during breaks. We have strong levels of for existing lockers.

UNIQUE FIND: Lil Targett of Yarram got a little bit more egg in her nesting box than she expected last week. This oddly shaped egg was laid by one of her Isa Brown hens. “I have never come across an odd shaped egg like this before,” Lil said. “But it will be OK. Maybe I will get a little more egg white.” Have you had an odd shaped egg before? Let us know by emailing: deb@ standardnews.com.au

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Motorbike fire alert ALBERTON West CFA members have issued a warning to motorbike to check their bikes for nests ahead of the coming summer. The warning came after they were called to a fire in Gelliondale recently, when a four wheel motorbike caught fire and was destroyed. CFA volunteer Steve Hanning said the bike had not been used for some weeks. “It appears that a bird or the like has made a nest near the motor of the bike and when it became hot as the owner was riding around his property checking fences, it caught fire,” he said. “The bike was destroyed.”

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Defence the best way to attack a bushfire Fire Danger Ratings are a good way to decide PLANNING is the key to fire safety when to leave. The higher the risk, the more likely around your farm and home this summer. The Country Fire Authority is advising farmers that before the fire season, they should check vehicles, equipment and hay, as well as fuel loads and stock. Vehicles and machinery should be inspected for working spark arrestors. Water fire extinguishers or knapsack spray pumps, with a minimum of nine litres available, should be carried by any person using farm equipment or machinery. Hay should be fully cured before baling to prevent spontaneous combustions, and propertyowners should ensure there are no gaps in sheds and other buildings where embers can land during a bushfire. Grass should be mowed around homes and sheds, and branches removed to reduce fuel loads. Be sure to take advantage of green waste disposal amnesty periods offered by councils. This also applies to houses that are near dense forest, bush or grassland. Farmers should also heavily graze an area where stock can be moved to in the event of a fire. Be sure this area has a reliable water supply too. Firefirefighters need clear access to a property in the event of an emergency and so ensure your property name or number is clearly visible. Have a routine in place for fire risk days, such as moving stock and limiting or postponing machinery use, and switching off electric fences to reduce fire risk.

you should leave. Around the home, be sure your garden design is not adding to your fire risk. Choose materials that are not flammable such as pebble mulch, and prune trees and shrubs away from buildings. Be sure gutters are cleaned ahead of summer and also regularly throughout the bushfire season. If embers from a bushfire land in gutters, they can quickly ignite debris and result in a house fire. Seal gaps around window and door frames with a fire retardant product, and consider installing shutters over the window and frame to protect windows from cracking from flying embers. Build decks with gaps between decking timbers to allow most embers to fall through. Be sure there is no fuel under the decking and that you have access to be able to extinguish any spot fires REDUCE RISK: Preparing for the fire season will help ensure any fire causes minimal damage to a home or farm. underneath.

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Italian Festa is bellissimo Victoria-wide award toasts Mirboo North The main ballroom at Government House in A MIRBOO North festival has won a state-wide award in honour of its cel- Melbourne was packed for the occasion, as hundreds of recipients gathered to accept awards from ebration of Italian culture. the Victorian Multicultural Commission. The Mirboo North Italian Festa Committee was one of many worthy recipients of an annual Victoria Multicultural Award for Excellence last week. The committee received the Meritorious Service to the Community Award, for its leadership and commitment to preserving and sharing Italian culture through the annual Mirboo North Italian Festa.

In the presence of Governor of Victoria, Linda Dessau and Minister for Multicultural Affairs Richard Wynne, awards were presented to recipients of all nationalities in recognition of outstanding service to the Victorian multicultural community. The festa is a full day event that celebrates Italian culture through music, cuisine, storytelling, dance and performance.

CULTURAL CONTRIBUTION: (L-R) Rosie Romano, Lorella Calafiore, Joe Calafiore and Gina Carpinteri accepted their Victoria Multicultural Award in recognition of their hard work to celebrate Italian culture in Mirboo North. Rosie Romano, Gina Carpinteri and Lorella Calafiore represented the all-female committee at the awards ceremony. “We feel very honoured to be nominated for our passion of keeping our Italian ancestry alive in the Gippsland region,” Rosie said. “To be recognised amongst the hundreds of outstanding individuals and organisations who also volunteer their time to so many worthwhile causes across Victoria is very humbling.” Parade participants dressed in traditional Italian attire during this year’s festa at Mirboo While it was the committee who accepted the North. award, Rosie and other members know it also be-

longs to the supportive community. “We are really proud of our festa and this award belongs to the many people in the community who also volunteer their time to help to make it happen,” Rosie said. “It also belongs to the sponsors who enable the event to be maintained as a free family event, as well as the entertainers, foodies and many others who help transform Mirboo North into Little Italy for one day of the year.” The festa committee is part of the St Paul’s Catholic Social Club.

Star of the South Australia’s first proposed offshore wind project We’re investigating the Star of the South project – an offshore wind farm off the south coast of Gippsland that has the potential to power hundreds of thousands of Victorian homes while creating thousands of jobs. Thank you to everyone who attended our recent community information sessions – we enjoyed meeting you and hearing your feedback on the Star of the South project. Thank you also to everyone who got involved online and via social media. A Consultation Summary is now available at starofthesouth.com.au/getinvolved where you can also sign up for further updates. There will be more opportunities to provide feedback as we continue to progress bringing offshore wind to Australia and Gippsland.

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Wellington Shire Briefs Grants help volunteers WELLINGTON Shire Council has allocated $53,421.25 to local community groups through its Quick Action Response Grants. The money was distributed from July until October 2019. The grants back projects that benefit the wider Wellington community. Successful local applicants included Woodside Football Netball Club, which received $2000 for its annual fishing competition over the Melbourne Cup weekend. The Gormandale Community House and Learning Centre received $2000 for its twilight market being held at the end of November. Gormandale Country Women’s Association were granted $700 toward its’ 70 birthday celebrations. Port Albert Progress Associations received $2000 to help with the running of its historical Alberton Cemetery tours.

Council rejects logging ban WELLINGTON Shire Council has voted unanimously to seek scientific data Premier Daniel Andrews used to make the decision about the future of the native timber industry. Council will also be expressing its profound disappointment there was no consultation with affected communities and other stakeholders before the decision was announced.

YARRAM Early Learning Centre is gearing up for a busy 2020. The centre has a new director and places at the centre are at a premium with kinder classes and the baby’s room booked out for 2020. Centre chairperson Malissa Nicoll welcomed the appointment of Cathy Gay to the role of director. Ms Gay took on the acting director’s role in June 2019, and has extensive experience working in childcare and kindergarten settings. She previously ran out of school hours care for the centre for two years and was room leader in the Bataluk room for two years as well. “Cathy has also had experience working in the three and four year old kindergarten prior to her commencement at the Yarram Early Learning Centre,” Ms Nicol said. Ms Gay is looking forward to what her new role will bring and the challenges she will face, given enrolments have already nearly reached capacity for 2020. “If families want bookings for next year, I strongly suggest ringing the centre now and booking in,” she said. “We try our best to support all families in the wider community, but because we have limited space, we may not be able to take them at this stage. “Ideally an expansion would be fabulous and then we would be able to accommodate all bookings.” The centre is at the Yarram Hub and is licensed to cater for 75 children. “We frequently fill to capacity and anticipate

Life membership honours Molly YARRAM Eisteddfod has a new life member. Molly Cook (pictured centre) was presented with her life membership at the Yarram Eisteddfod end of year dinner. Patron Judith Summers and president Garry Stephens presented her with the award and spoke about her dedication to the committee over 27 years, 10 of which she served as treasurer.

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Today we talk to Yarram Lion Club president Brianna Brewer (pictured with partner Jeff Hennig.) How did you come to be in Yarram? I’m originally from Buchan in East Gippsland. I moved here with my then-partner and my son Sam two weeks before Black Saturday. I started working at the Toora Nursing Home. I’m a diversional therapist by trade. Then I started working in Yarram, at the Country Club here. I live up at Tarra Valley now with my partner Jeff Hennig: he’s been a local here all his life. We’ve got a waterfall in our backyard; it’s like a mini rain forest. It’s really surprising, you’ve got all these farming communities around here and then you go up there and you’re in a different world really. I don’t like big crowds or big cities, I can’t stand it, and Yarram’s just the perfect size. The community is really cool.

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TEAM LEADER: Kinder kids Nala Wignall, Levi Silvester, and Chase Arnol-Holt enjoy the play equipment at Yarram Early Learning Centre with newly appointed director Cathy Gay.

You do a lot of volunteering in the community too. Tell us about that. I’ve always been a part of a volunteer group. I was brought up in a small community (Buchan), so most of us did Red Cross first aid response. I have three siblings and we all know first aid – it was just the way we were brought up. We were part of junior SES too. Getting an ambulance was a pretty big deal – it was an hour and a half to get an ambo. When I came to Yarram and I became a single mum, I needed an outlet where I could go and meet people. I didn’t know much about service clubs, but I started helping out and became a Lion. I’ve been in Lions nearly six years now. We’ve got the classic barbeque, wood raffles and if someone is in need we help out. We also help with the Tarra Festival and the Easter fun day is a big thing for us too. Every cent we raise goes towards whatever we

say it’s raised for – when I learnt that, I thought that was pretty sweet. I do a lot of the youth programs through Lions. We’ve just done the peace poster – it’s an international project with 63 countries involved and 600,000 students, aged 11 to 13, and it’s to get kids to think about peace in an artist way. This year the theme was Journey of Peace and the picture had to tell a journey of peace, so it was pretty cool to see their interpretations. Next year I’m hoping to implement a free sight screening (optometrist) into the Yarram schools, and Alberton and Woodside if they want to come on board as well.

Are you seeking volunteers and members? Yes, if anyone wants to join, our club is really open! We encourage people to come to our meetings and check them out on the second and fourth Monday of the month. We have dinner meetings and there are always desserts! We’ve got a Facebook page, so message through there to let us know so that we can cater for you or email lionsyarram@gmail.com There’s no obligation to join. People with different interests as well. If they’ve got ideas, we can maybe find a project within our Lion scope for you to look at. It gets people with different interest to get involved also.


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Hospital passes health check Deb Lucas RECOGNITION of service to Yarram and District Health Service by staff was one of the highlights at the YDHS annual general meeting last week. Eight members of the YDHS team were presented with Yarram traders shopping vouchers for their service over 10, 15 and 20 years. The board farewelled Robyn McLaughlin, who has served on the board for the past nine years and recognised the service of Garry Stephens who has served as chair of the audit and risk committee at YDHS for the past 13 years. Around 50 people, including representatives from Wellington Shire Council, attended the meeting, eager to hear how the health service is attracting and maintaining doctors in the area. YDHS board chair Frankie MacLennan was glowing in her praise of staff and volunteers. She acknowledged the tireless work of former chief executive officer Colleen Boag and welcomed new CEO Bernadette Wardle.

“The board is confident we have found a CEO to lead us through any challenges,” Ms MacLennan said. The meeting was told YDHS was running at a slight profit and there was a healthy attitude among staff. In the past year, the health service has passed heathcare audits. “Yarram aged care was found compliant and passed all standards. This is a credit to staff who has achieved such high standards,” Ms MacLennan said. She acknowledged work was still to be done on securing consistent medical cover. “The board and management are committed to the search for doctors looking to work in the area on a permanent basis,” Ms MacLennan said. “YDHS is the largest employer in the town and attracting and maintaining staff is up to all of us. “We have over 80 volunteers who help and support YDHS in many different ways.” Ms MacLennan acknowledged the support of the Bland family through the late Peg Bland’s generous bequest to the health service. The recent cyber attack, which disabled Gippsland hospitals’ internet service, has been rectified with most emails and other internet service running as per normal. YDHS will hold two open board meetings dur- DEDICATED SERVICE: Yarram and District Health Service Board chairperson Frankie ing the coming year. MacLennan (centre) thanked Garry Stephens who stepped down as chair of the Yarram and

District Health Service Audit and Risk Committee after 13 years, and retiring board member Robyn McLaughlin, who served on the board for nine years.

Bank gives money away YARRAM Neighbourhood House committee will be able to spend up big on kitchen supplies thanks to a $500 donation from the Commonwealth Bank. The bank’s Vicki McLean gave the cheque to Yarram Neighbourhood House Network’s Cath Cook. Yarram Commonwealth bank manager Linda De Win said the CommBank donations program

is a way of thanking organisations and local people in the community. “In the past we have made donations to many diversified community groups in Yarram including Yarram and District Health Service and the Yarram Early Learning Centre, to name a few,” she said. Yarram Neighbourhood House provides a diverse range of programs across all ages.

Waratah Auxiliary chairperson Marilyn Elwers (R) presents Yarram and District Health Service board chair Frankie McLennan with a cheque for $4000 which was raised throughout the past year.

Your farm is your business On-Farm Drought Resilience Grant now available A grant of up to $5000 is now available to eligible drought impacted farm businesses in the Wellington and East Gippsland shires. SPREADING KINDNESS: Yarram Early Learning Centre staff Carrie Wigg, coordinator Cathy Gay and room leader Kiera Williams put on blue shirts and enjoyed blue iced cupcakes as part of the Dolly’s Day morning tea.

Message of kindness YARRAM Early Learning Centre held a special morning tea in the Yarram Memorial Park to raise awareness and funds for the Dolly’s Dream foundation. The organisation was set up in memory of 14 year old Amy ‘Dolly’ Everett, who took her own life after an extended period of bullying and cyber bullying. Kiera Williams, room leader in the Bataluk room at the kinder, was the driver of the Yarram fundraiser. “Dolly’s Dream is about bullying and to make it easier for our children to grasp this initiative we

have been promoting kindness in the centre,” she said. The children and staff enjoyed a blue themed morning tea in the park. Blue was Dolly’s favourite colour. “All the food has been donated and our staff members made a lot of goodies,” she said. “Café Aga contributed significantly to the morning as well. “A raffle will be drawn in the first week of December and tickets are still available at the centre if anyone wants to contribute to our fundraising efforts for Dolly’s Dream foundation.”

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NEWS IN BRIEF Award helps ease tertiary study costs STUDENTS from the Bass Coast planning tertiary studies in 2020 at a registered Australian tertiary institution are invited to apply for an award. The Bass Coast Community Foundation Tertiary Education Support Award provides $1000 for first year students and up to $4000 per student undertaking second year of study. Subject to a successful second year of study, a further award of up to $4000 may be granted in the third year. Successful applicants will be matched with a mentor who will provide them support. Research shows Bass Coast region has a low uptake of tertiary education and students need financial support to continue studies while often living away from home. These awards are made available at the start of 2020 but applications will close before the end of the year. For further information, visit www.bccf. org.au or contact the Bass Coast Community Foundation on info@bccf.org.au

Keeping kids safe from sun SCHOOLS will receive extra sun protection, with funding from the State Government. Bass MLA Jordan Crugnale said Bass Valley Primary School would receive $25,000 and San Remo Primary School $24,705 for permanent shade. Childhood and adolescents are critical periods during which exposure to UV radiation is more likely to contribute to skin cancer later in life. In 2017, mela• Bass MLA noma was the Jordan Crugnale. fourth-most common cancer in Victoria, with 2993 invasive melanomas diagnosed, and tragically, 270 deaths. Proper shade can reduce overall exposure to UV radiation by up to 75 per cent when in conjunction with other sun protection measures such as sunscreen, hats, sunglasses and protective clothing

Milpara Community House news MILPARA has places available for the following workshops: Fun with Alcohol Ink, Friday, November 29; Needle Felt Fairy, Saturday, November 30; and Polymer Clay for Beginners– Necklace, Saturday, December 7. Please call Milpara on 5655 2524 to book your place. Milpara has been busy setting up for Orange the World – 16 days of activism against violence, November 25–December 10. Orange collars with hand prints, representing put your hand up against violence, have been put up around Korumburra on electrical poles and a few other displays are up around the town. Orange is the colour designated by the UN’s Unite to End Violence against Women campaign. As a bright and optimistic colour, orange represents a future free from violence. Milpara staff will wear orange in support and would like to invite you to do the same. Maybe you would like to display orange in your home, neighbourhood and workplace to show your support. If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence help is available. If you believe someone is in immediate danger call Triple Zero (000). Also, 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) 1800respect.org.au is the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service, with phone and online service available 24/7.

TOP SEEDS: (L-R) Darcy Linforth, Danny Wilson, Craig Hoober, parkrun’s Katrina Palmer, Mary He, Sibby Wilson, Steve Martin, Andrea Martin and Sharon Hoober with the Happiness Tree at Mirboo North.

Happiness sprouts from tree “Just getting out, taking in some fresh air and All of them are designed to offer sanctuary to IT’S a tree that invites a discussion – those who need a place to nurture the mind and visiting a park relieves stress. not to mention offering a place to reflect the soul. “Talking about mental health and wellbeing and embrace the restorative magic of “As the Happiness Trees continue to grow, we can be difficult, but this project is designed to nature. hope our community’s resilience and wellbeing break down these challenges and make mental “Every member of the community would have been touched by some type of mental health or wellbeing issue,” Gippsland Community Leadership Program participant Danny Wilson said. “We’ve had people in our group who have known people that have been impacted by anxiety and depression, even to the extent that they have considered taking their own life.” It’s the very reason Danny and the other members of the group embraced the idea of the Happiness Tree Project, which carries the catchphrase “Growing helpful thoughts”. Branching out across the region, the program will see trees planted in a number of places.

will too,” Danny said. Danny’s contribution, a Chinese Redbud planted at Mirboo North’s Baromi Park, seems to be fulfilling its purpose already – drawing a number of people from the local community, especially weekend parkrunners. He said the tree species had no particular relevance, though its luscious pink flower and green foliage will be something to admire in the future. “The significance was just the space and project intent,” he said. “It’s a proactive initiative, and when used by community you like to think it’s going to have a preventative benefit.

health and wellbeing conversations easier.” Danny said the project had the support of many people, including members of local councils, mental health services, education institutions and passionate friends. Mirboo North and District Community Foundation’s Ruth Rogan was also a great support. Established in 1996, the Gippsland Community Leadership Program is one of Australia’s longest running regional community leadership programs. Past graduates include chairman of Ambulance Victoria and former Victoria Police Commissioner Ken Lay APM and Senator Bridget McKenzie.

Fighting to save animals at risk SOUTH Gippslanders are taking up the fight to save animals from being wiped off the planet. The new group, Extinction Rebellion Southern Gippsland, has been formed and will meet at Leongatha and Inverloch. “We are looking forward to a number of Extinction Rebellion events around South Gippsland over the summer,” the group’s Jo McLeay said. “Our aim is to act on the climate emergency facing all of us. “More than 11,000 scientists around the world have just signed a scientific paper declaring a climate emergency, backing climate protesters across the world who are demanding action. “The paper warns that the climate crisis has arrived and is accelerating faster than most scienTAKING ACTION: (L-R) Bob McLeay, Jo McLeay, Sandra Macdonald, Lynn Atkinson, tists expected.” Extinction Rebellion Southern Gippsland has Jess Harrison, Sue Deed, Michael Nugent and Amy Paul are working to raise awareness of a Facebook page. threatened species.

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THE Bald Hills Wind Farm Community Fund is inviting FOSTER RSL has received community projects benefit$15,000 from the State Govern- ing the Tarwin Lower, Venus Bay and Walkerville districts ment to upgrade its clubrooms. “This is wonderful news that rep- to apply for its 2020 Grant. resents the hard work of our wonderful Foster RSL committee, led by president Bruce Lester,” Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said. “The Foster RSL clubrooms are a valuable asset to the community and this money will go a long way toward improving them for everyone’s enjoyment.”

The sole $25,000 grant is an exciting opportunity for local organisations to develop a significant project for their community. “We are hoping that a grant of this size will encourage clubs and other organisations to collaborate and design a more ambitious proj-

ect than they could have contemplated on their own,” the fund’s Jan Martin said. “It will also give the successful applicant leverage to obtain additional funds and support from other sources, such as local, state or federal government or philanthropic organisations. A collaborative approach with partners will be key to the success of any application.” To help applicants avoid unnecessary paperwork, the Committee has divided the application process into two parts.

Stage one requires applicants to submit a brief expression of interest outlining their project before February 7, 2020, and to meet with the committee to discuss their proposal. Only applicants whose projects satisfy the grant criteria will progress to stage two, which involves submitting a detailed application. The fund has contributed more than $125,000 to the community. For more, see http://baldhillswindfarm.com.au/ community-fund/


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Foster to celebrate 150th birthday “Apart from being one of the biggest employTHE new year will mark many milestones for Foster, including 150 years ers in this town, I think we still have two or three still attending this school. since settlement, and will see many generations “And it’s one of the few schools of influence in events pack out the town’s calendar. this region, which is a feather in our cap.” The opening of the Foster Historical Society’s 150-year exhibition will head the celebrations on Saturday, January 18, to be held at the Foster Museum and Crawford Hall. But the most anticipated event - the opening of time capsules - will happen the following weekend, Saturday, January 25 as part of Foster Secondary College’s celebration of 100 years since its establishment. Past and present students, staff and family will gather on January 25, 3pm at Pearl Park for the unveiling of the time capsules buried on June 23, 1977. “It’s a significant achievement, reaching 100 years. We’ve had four or five different names in those 100 years. We started as South Gippsland Shire Higher Elementary Memorial School,” Foster Secondary College’s Colleen Smith said.

Prior to the time capsule reveal, the school will hold a ‘Back to School’ event from 10am, January 25, for past and current residents and students and anyone else wanting to learn the history of the school. A reunion dance at the Foster Hall will follow from 7.30pm with all invited to attend. Entry is $10, pay at the door, but you must register your attendance at www.trybooking.com/ book/event?eid=471065 before the event. Foster’s Australia Day ceremony will take place the next day, January 26, along with a town market. “It’s a big year for foster,” Samantha Rogers, secretary of Foster Chamber of Commerce, said. Since relocating to Foster over 16 years ago, Samantha said she hasn’t seen the town’s yearly calendar quite so jam-packed. “I think it’s great to have all these functions on that will bring people into the town,” she said. Foster’s Pearl Park Music Festival, which spans a variety of music genres, is back on January 18, 2020. A diverse line-up, food trucks and local produce, market stalls, workshops, activities and more will be available throughout the day. The Foster Show A train returns students to Foster in 1952 following a day out play- will also return on Sat-

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IGHVIEW Farm is a diamond in the glass sliding doors, expansive windows and your rough just waiting for the magic to own private view of an ever-changing country landscape. happen. A mezzanine level above this area is available

It’s an ideal lifestyle property fully set up as a working farm for cattle and is a perfect retreat situated in a secluded valley with a house at lock-up stage which is waiting for your finishing touches. Highview Farm comprises of approximately 105 acres which is an interesting mixture of undulating to rolling country, plus some hill areas with spectacular views as far as the eye can see. There is a stunning array of deciduous trees and many other mature trees which provide excellent shelter for stock, bird and wildlife. Paddocks have been divided and fenced to enable pasture and grazing management. In addition to high, reliable annual rainfall, the property has numerous dams, springs, creek or troughs to all paddocks. Plus there are hay/machinery sheds and excellent cattle yards. The land is currently leased. Upon approaching the property down a sweeping private driveway, you come across the house and those breathtaking views and start to see the dream formulating right before your eyes. The house has had a great start with a quality build to lock-up stage and you could finish it off as equally grand as it started. Stepping foot through the front door into an impressive and spacious entryway, the master suite is off to the north east wing and is huge, with French doors out to the deck, a spacious ensuite roughed out for a spa, double shower and his/hers wash basin, plus a walk-in robe that girls dream about. Separately off to the west wing are four additional large bedrooms, all with built-in robes plus powder room, bathroom and the west wing living area. To the centre and heart of the house is an open plan living, dining and kitchen area that gives you goosebumps when you take in the possibilities of this space, with the high raked ceilings, stackable

to make the dreamiest office/work from home space. In front of this area is an expansive outdoor undercover deck area with open fireplace and just waiting to be filled with people, warmth and laughter. The opportunities at Highview Farm are endless. What can’t you do here is more the question! Ever dreamt of running a cooking school or some other type of country stay type accommodation? Or maybe you just want to savour this special place for yourself and your family. Ever wanted to set-up eco-cabins for tourist accommodation (STCA)? Well, we can point out the most ideal spot on the property to do so. Also, situated close to the house is an overgrown orchard with mature heritage fruit trees that has all the right bones to set-up a unique permaculture ‘food forest’. Very rarely does an opportunity like this present itself to the market; a property which is already off to an excellent start and just calling out for you to come and make your own mark. This property is positioned in a highly soughtafter location 10 minutes to the delightful township of Mirboo North, only 30 minutes to Leongatha and Meeniyan, 25 minutes to Morwell and approximately two hours to Melbourne’s CBD. Inspection is strictly by appointment only. If you would like to inspect this property or have any questions, please contact Jean O’Loughlin on 0428 571 083 or Don Olden on 0417 805 312. 3

NEW PRICE $485,000

1409m²

5b LOUISE SIMON COURT, LEONGATHA NEW LISTING • Stunning home on 2.2 acres • Custom designed - 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Parents Retreat with ensuite, WIR and home office • Double lock up shed, extensive flower, fruit, veggie garden

$890,000

2.2 ACRES

220 COLBERT & GRAYS ROAD, WOOREEN NEW LISTING • Charming 3 bedroom rural property • Recently renovated kitchen/bathroom/laundry • 1800m² parcel of land • Stunning rural views

$515,000

1800m²

8 SPERLING LANE, KOONWARRA

NEW LISTING • Peaceful 3 acre lifestyle property • North facing 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home • Covered BBQ area, above ground pool • 15m x 8m shed with concrete floor/power

$849,000

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34 ROYAL PLACE, LEONGATHA • Brand new home by local builder • 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite • Gas ducted heating, double glazed windows • Shinglers Ridge Estate

26 Sheers Road Elders Real Estate Leongatha 5662 3523

Expressions of interest 5

• Premier corner location • Classic homestead on 1300m² block • Outstanding opportunity to occupy and/or renovate • 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom • Level walk to Leongatha CBD

OFI: Saturday Nov 30 at 10am-10.30am 2 1200m NEW PRICE $465,000

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913m2

$399,000

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Welcome to Mon Jardin U

PON arrival at Mon Jardin, you instantly know you are in for something special and unique.

Consisting of approximately two acres, this property has perfectly manicured lawns and gardens that have been a labour of love by the current owners.

KORUMBURRA 43 Nason Street Landmark Harcourts Leongatha 5662 2292

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Everywhere you look, this garden exudes peace and tranquility and you will want to immerse yourself in the surroundings. From the established trees to the meandering vines, to the spring bulbs and everything in between, you will continually bbe in awe of what the changing sseasons will bring you. The immaculately presented hhome is both warm and welcoming and light and bright. in It features three generoous sized bedrooms, all with bbuilt-in robes, two bathrooms, a spacious lounge/dining area, aand a recently updated kitchen, ffully appointed with quality aappliances. All fixtures, fittings and floor

coverings are exemplary. It also features an undercover outdoor area, three door lock-up garage with additional shedding and subdivision into two paddocks. Located in the thriving township of Korumburra, this property is within commuting distance to the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. You are also close to the pristine beaches of South Gippsland and everything else the region has to offer. There is nothing more to do here and the current owners are to be commended on the impeccable presentation of this property. It won’t last long and inspection is a must. Call Kellie Thomas on 0438 647 449.

“Woodparkâ€? Cargo Road, ORANGE NSW eldersrealestate.com.au “HIGHVIEW FARMâ€? - ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES | 104.9AC MIRBOO NORTH • • • • • •

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Stunning property, rolling green hills, breath taking views House at lock-up stage, 5-bedrooms, 2 bath, 2 living Approx. 105 Acres undulating, rolling hill country Dams, springs and creek plus excellent stockyards Dreamy lifestyle get-away / tourism opportunity Mirboo Nth 10 min, Leongatha/Meeniyan 30 min

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16 Lindenow Glenaladale Road, Lindenow South • Approx. 537 acres in four titles, securely fenced • Substantial 3 stand woolshed with large wool room • Divided into approx. 11 paddocks and 11 dams • Red gum plains sandy loam soils, previously renovated • 9m x 14m machinery shedding with concrete floor • Excellent sheep yards with undercover race and draft • Useable cattle yards and several shelter belt tree lines

• Lot 1 TP536189 Man Deans Road (1 Title)80.5 Ha (199ac) approx. • 16 Lindenow Glenaladale Road (3 Tiles) 137 Ha (338ac) approx.

Auction: December 11, 2019 at 11:00 am sharp Deposit: 10% deposit on signing of the contracts Settlement: 30 days Venue: Bairnsdale Sporting and Convention Centre

FOSTER Stunning property, rolling green hills, views of The Prom Quaint, comfortable home, 3-bedroom, 2 bath, 2 living Good shedding, disused dairy, stockyard, dams, treed areas Undulating, rolling hill country, great for sheep/cattle Creek running through property, ideal camping spots Foster township 5 mins, Leongatha 35 mins

Price $795,000

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Rural living on three acres L

The property is approximately three acres and OCATED in the rolling hills of South Gippsland, this near new home of- is about 6km off the South Gippsland Highway central to the beautiful rural townships of fers stunning views with a rural aspect in and Meeniyan and Foster. all directions. Jump in the car and take a short drive in any The home offers three bedrooms plus study, large open plan living with wood-fire and reverse cycle split system, large kitchen with electric cooking plus loads of bench space, master bedroom with ensuite, second bathroom with bath and shower, and more. Outside is ready to add your own landscaping touch with a few items on the outside to add the finishing touches. Don’t miss the opportunity to purchase this property at a realistic price.

direction and you will enjoy the wonderful attractions South Gippsland offers including fantastic wineries, Wilsons Promontory National Park, Agnes Falls, art galleries, endless supplies of eateries and so much more. Call today to find out more details and to arrange an inspection. Inspections strictly by appointment only.

DOLLAR 700 Foster-Mirboo Rd Alex Scott and Staff Leongatha 5662 0922

$550,000 3

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‘We get results’ BARRY REDMOND 0477 622 292

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Large holding in 5 titles, Excellent 4B/R 2bthrm B/V Home Highly sought after location, Excellent water sources Flat country, grey loam soils, Excellent Infrastructure

$5,000 per acre

ALLAMBEE RESERVE, “LEUMEAH”

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4bedroom, 2bathroom 1.25 Acre Country Retreat Open plan living, blackwood kitchen 12m inground lap pool & pool house/sleepout with en-suite

$535,000

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Large 2287m2 of vacant land 2 road frontage and Excellent Highway exposure. Suitable for Commercial/Retail Business (STCA)

POA

WOOREEN, BUILD A LIFESTYLE · · ·

3 bedroom home on Approx 3 Acres. Breathtaking rural views Shedding, 10 mins to Leongatha.

POA

3bedroom re-clad home on huge 1288m2 block Open plan kitchen/dining, Large double carport. Garden shed, walking distance to shops.

KORUMBURRA, PERFECTION

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Modernized 3 bedroom home Large flat block, Double lockup garage. Great entertaining deck, established garden.

$360,000

LEONGATHA, SUITABLE FOR ALL! · Modern 1B/unit with BIR's & Ensuite. · Open plan kitchen/dining/living. · Single lockup garage. Private courtyard.

$210,000

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3bedroom, 1 bathroom partially renovated home Modernised Kitchen, open plan living & dining Flat 543m2 corner block, Lockup garage. Walk to shops

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· 2 bedroom home on 683m2 block · Open plan kitchen dining & living · Undercover outdoor living, immaculate gardens.

$320,000

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DUMBALK, BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME · · ·

Approx 1 Acre residential block, 9.4m X 6m lockup shed. Build your dream home(STCA) power at front of block. Neighbours farmland. Beautiful rural outlook

$180,000

3 B/R. B/V. home on 880m2 block Open plan kitchen/dining/living 5.5m lock-up powered shed. Peaceful location

$330,000-$345,000

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330 Acres in 2 titles. Subdivided 26 main paddocks Excellent 25unit S/O Herringbone dairy, Ex Fert. History Excellent shedding. 6B/R. B/V. Home

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Quaint 3B/R country cottage on 669m2 block Modern kitchen & bathroom, low maintenance garden 10 mins to Leongatha bitumen road frontage.

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3B/R Split level home on fully fenced 770m2 block Open plan kitchen/dining/living modern kitchen & bthrm Double Carport, Lovely rural views.

$318,000

47 BAIR ST, LEONGATHA 5662 2292

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Babes

IN ARMS

AIRLIE Grace Brusamarello was born at Wonthaggi Hospital on October 19. She is the fifth child for Amy and Peter Brusamarello of Dalyston and a sister for Molli, 18, Charlotte, 15, Riley, 12, and Bailey, 10.

IMOGEN May Carter was born at Leongatha Hospital on November 4. She is the second child for Laura Meikle-Carter and Mark Carter of Meeniyan, and a sister for Amelia, two.

BRYDIE Jennifer Alouise Pearson was born at Wonthaggi Hospital on September 25 and is the first child for Chloe Johns and Beauen Pearson of Wonthaggi.

FREYA Hope Venning was born at South Gippsland Hospital, Foster on September 25. She is the first child for Brydie (Foat) and Shawn Venning of Yarram.

KEALEY Dorothy Roney was born at Wonthaggi Hospital on September 30 to Hannah Davies and Darryl Roney of Wonthaggi. She is a sister for Kemi, 6.

JARRAH Braybrook was born at Latrobe Regional Hospital on November 12 to Shaun Braybrook and Marinda Smith of Won Wron. He is a brother for Jakara, Yuki and Alira.

LENNOX Llewellyn Testro was born at South Gippsland Hospital, Foster on October 2 to Warwick and Christina Testro of Yarram. He is a brother for Olive.

HAZEL Rosemary Maher was born at Leongatha Hospital on November 1. She is the first child for Catherine Schneider and Patrick Maher of Korumburra.

ELIZABETH Jean MacAulay was born at South Gippsland Hospital, Foster, on November 11. She is the third child for Jess and Gus MacAulay of Alberton West, and a sister for Luke and Fergus.

GRACE Elizabeth Ford was born at Leongatha Hospital on October 25. She is the second child for Chris and Bethany Ford of Leongatha, and a brother for Stephen, four.

BELLA Rose Fulton was born at Wont- MAX Alan Billows was born at Leongatha haggi Hospital on September 29 to Melissa Hospital on November 4, to Tess Angarane Dalziel and Danny Fulton of Inverloch. She and Mark Billows of Inverloch. is a brother for Noah and Brayden.

Kinder caters for everyone A WONTHAGGI kindergarten is meeting the needs of every child, after a new inclusive playground was opened. Bass MP Jordan Crugnale opened the playground at Drysdale Street Kindergarten, funded with $109,510 from the State Government. The playground caters for children with disabilities or additional needs. “I’m delighted to see an outdoor space have a

music sensory wall, a vegetable garden, a water pump, paths and a larger cubby for kids to explore, imagine and dance around and get muddy,” Ms Crugnale said.

FUN TIME: Bass MLA Jordan Crugnale, Archie and Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Brett Tessari explore the new playground at Drysdale Street Kindergarten, Wonthaggi, last week.


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THE VIBE Standing ovation for theatre legends SOUTH Gippsland performers, directors and theatre groups are set to shine again at this year’s Gippsland Associated Theatre Awards after raking in nominations. Wonthaggi Theatrical Group (WTG) and Leongatha Lyric Theatre received a remarkable 23 nominations each across 31 categories. Foster Arts Music and Drama Association (FAMDA) also took out an impressive 12 nominations across the board with a nomination for the most outstanding drama/comedy with The Vicar of Dibley. Most outstanding musical production nominations went to WTG’s Les Misérables and Lyric’s Young Frankenstein. Most outstanding lead actor (musical theatre)

nominations include Adrian Darakai for his portrayal of Dr Frederick Von Frankenstein in Lyric’s Young Frankenstein, Tom Green as Jean Valjean in WTG’s Les Misérables and Sam Shineberg for his representation for Igor, also in Lyric’s Young Frankenstein. Kiama Smith is up for the award of most outstanding female lead (musical theatre) for her portrayal of Inga in Lyric’s Young Frankenstein. In the drama/comedy category, Michael Hogan has been nominated for the most outstanding lead male for his portrayal of David Horton in FAMDA’s The Vicar of Dibley. Christine Skicko has also been nominated for most outstanding lead female for her role of Geraldine Granger in the same production.

Most outstanding youth performance nominations, 13 years and under, include Nissa Campbell, Tyler Jenkins, Lyra Lockhart and Balian Prendergast within WTG’s production of Les Misérables. Meanwhile most outstanding youth performance nominations, 13 years and over, go to Ronan Harris for his portrayal of Jasper Jones in Lyric’s production of Jasper Jones, and Will Thatcher for his performance as Charlie Bucktin in the same production. Directors nominated for an award include Daniel Lawrie for Lyric’s Young Frankenstein

and WTG’s Karen Milkins-Hendry for Les Misérables. WTG will host the awards on Saturday, December 7, 7pm at the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club. Tickets are $55 for adults and $25 for children under the age of 12 and include a three-course meal. The theme is gold, and attendees are encouraged to dress up for the occasion. Booking can be made at the venue or by phoning 5672 1083.

RISING STARS: Will Thatcher (back) and Ronan Harris (front) have been nominated for Gippsland Associated Theatre Awards’ most outstanding youth performance, 13 years and over, for their character portrayals in Leongatha Lyric Theatre’s production of Jasper Jones. Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s production of Les Misérables has been nominated for most outstanding musical production in the Gippsland Associated Theatre Awards.

Sing your way to Idol glory NOW in its fifteenth year, Mirboo North without having to organise a separate permit from Idol returns and will be held this Satur- South Gippsland Shire Council, phone Graeme on 0490 884 265. day, November 30. The Mirboo North Country Market runs in The event is presented by The Friends of the Baromi Park on the last Saturday of every month Mirboo North Swimming Pool Events Commit(except December), 8am-1pm. tee, in conjunction with the monthly market. All welcome to enjoy a day out. See these food vans: Boolarra Koffee Kart, Alfies Donuts, Viking Bites, U C-food to Go, The Friends of the Mirboo Curly Potatoes, The Mystery Ice-Cream Machine and Maddison’s Magical Pop N Floss. North Swimming Pool Events There will be showbags, the Lions Club of Committee PRESENTS Mirboo North barbecue, and Stockdale and Leggo Mirboo North will be offering free coffee for attendees of the event. Make sure you pop over to see the girls to get your voucher to present to the Boolarra Koffee Kart on the day. Back to scratch will perform from 10amSEEKING CONTESTANTS 12pm, ahead of Mirboo North Idol starting at FOR THE IDOL COMPETITION 12pm, with sections for primary, secondary and open sections. There is great prizemoney to be won. To enter, phone Mary 5668 1643. FEATURING Mirboo Country Development Incorporated is excited the November market falls on a fifth Saturday, which expands the ranks of its delightfully eclectic mix of stallholders, and combines the market with all the music and excitement of Mirboo North Idol. Live music has come to be an important feature of this year’s markets, with performances 10am-12pm from Grandridge 245, Mirboo North Ukers, Karavana Flamenca, Boo Bellydancers, the Magentas and buskers. Sharing the beautiful Baromi Park with Mirboo North Idol is an exciting development in Mirboo In conjunction with the Mirboo Country Development Incorporated’s exploration North Monthly market at Baromi Park of ways to enhance the entertainment that can be • BBQ food for sale • food vans • found at the Mirboo North Country Market. • show bags • Craft Stalls • All music on November 30 will be in the hands This event is supported by the following local organisations of Mirboo North Idol, but musical entertainment at subsequent markets will be back in the hands of the market coordinator. If your band would like an opportunity to perform in the beautiful surrounds of Baromi Park, or if you’d like to take the opportunity to busk Contact mary (03) 5668 1643

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College goes red for dyslexia STAFF at Newhaven College recently wore red to support the Light it Red for Dyslexia campaign that raises awareness of those who struggle to read, write and spell on a daily basis. Red was chosen for this campaign as it symbolises power and collective passion for positive change. The colour represents the daily dread of dyslexic students having their workbooks covered in red corrections. The vision of this campaign is for all people with dyslexia to be understood, acknowledged, empowered and to have equal access to opportunity. The word dyslexia comes from the Greek language and means difficulty with words. It is a difference in the way the brain works. Dyslexia is a characterised by difficulties with fluent word recognition, poor spelling and decoding abilities. Dyslexia affects at least one in 10 people, is genetic, does not affect IQ and is lifelong. Dyslexic people also have many strengths in other areas, making them successful people in life. They are creative thinkers, intuitive, problem solvers, analytical thinkers, have great spatial knowledge, are persistent and can be big picture thinkers.

RAISING AWARENESS: Back, Walter Hiatt. Back row (L-R) Bridget Haines, Karen Faulwetter, Donna Driscoll, Rikki Porter, Fiona Smart, Barb Milne, Richard Prideaux, Linda Austin and Ruth Turton. Front (L-R) Tegan Humble, Shona O’Dempsey, Melissa McMillan, Kate Middleton and Nina Prideaux.

Water deal pleases Burra golfers for the routine maintenance of the area surrounding the reservoir. “The collaborative arrangements proposed by the Korumburra Golf Club provide access to make use of water in the Coalition Creek reserLast summer, the water level of the four res- asked South Gippsland Water to help with voir, whilst reducing the maintenance burden on ervoirs that formerly supplied Korumburra was the cost of buying and installing the irrigation South Gippsland Water, a positive outcome for lowered to help South Gippsland Water maintain infrastructure. all,” South Gippsland Water’s Philippe du Plesthem and ensure the dams were safe. In return, the club would take responsibility sis said.

However the lower water level at Coalition KORUMBURRA Golf Club and South Creek reservoir impacted on the club’s irrigation Gippsland Water have joined forces to water supply. ensure the club has access to enough The club proposed to install a 265,000 water. litre water tank and floating pump offtake and

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South Gippsland Water continues to complete maintenance and dam safety monitoring at each of the four reservoirs that serviced Korumburra before Korumburra, Poowong, Loch and Nyora’s water supply were connected to the Lance Creek reservoir. The water corporation is exploring the long term water level for Coalition Creek, Ness Gully, Bellview and Little Bass reservoirs.


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Cheltenham Park Angus Spring Bull Sale ! H.B.R STUD ANGUS BULLS HIGH INDEX/GROWTH, VERY QUIET & DOCILE, HAVE HAD ALL SHOTS & BOOSTERS !

ON THE LAND Watch for snake-bite

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Enquiries please call Andrew Haw 0487 858 544 cheltenhamparkangus@gmail.com Details & EBV’s on Angus Aust Website

FINAL NOTICE

NERRENA CLEARING SALE

FRIDAY NOV 29, 2019 AT 10AM A/C KIM BEATTIE 24 MCINTOSH'S ROAD, NERRENA (PROPERTY SOLD)

JD Tractor 3640; JD 535 baler; 3P/L Kelly & Lewis Irrigation pump; 4mtr Fellow rake; Yamaha 4W bike; Rear bale spike; Portable milking machine; 2 wheel Suzuki motorbike DR200; 2 x Honda 450 $W motor bikes; Leski SX95 tractor front end loader 4WD with bucket & forks; Ford 6610 tractor 4WD; Boomerang twin hay feed out cart; Webco silage wagon; 2003 Ford Falcon Futura sedan, paddock bomb; Hay rings; Slasher 6ft; 2 x Advantage calf pellet feeders; Hay mower viking 6 disc; Hay folks; Rotary hoe; Lawn mower; 3 x ploughs; Ripper; 3 x smudgers; Boom sprayer (old); Boom spray tank; Portable Diesel tank; Electronic cattle scales Allflex F600; Silage grabs; Poly pipe 2”; Truck turn- table; Electric fence reels; Push in pegs; Hip clamp;Water trough; 4 x contrete culverts; 2 x plastic culverts; Calf feeders; Feed troughs; Molasses lick trough; Pine fence posts; Star posts; Fencing wire; Delaval cell counter; Datamars electronic tag reader; Aqua panel sheeting; Welder; Welding rods x4Austarc; 6x4 trailer; 3yr old 5x4 round hay bale; 5x4 this year silage; Chains, varying lengths; Generator; Jacks; M I G welding wire; Suspended scales; Spanners/assorted tools; Spray gun; Brake pads; fuel filters; Meat band saw blades; Case oil/transmission filters; Electrodes;West coaster truck mirrors; Blind spot mirrors; Camp shaft bearings engine parts; Reflecting triangles; Elanco rumensin administration tool bullet gun for cattle; Springs; Dye set & dyes; Tractor tail light brand new; Assorted screws, bolts, nails; Roofing nails; Bullet head carpet nails; Ball hammers; Hay mower; Oversize signs; 12m x 18m tarp; Grass tetany blocks; Milk Can; PVC piping; Gate; Fergie roller; H iron; Railway line; Pipe bender; Grenade and explosive boxes; Bailer twines; Heavy duty turn buckles; Antique shoe stretchers x2; Concreting gear; Makita grinder; Hitachi grinder; Circular saw; Makita dish grinder; Ryobi hand planer; Oxy Gauges; Jacks stands x4; Tiles; Chopped strand fibre glass matt; Poly pipe fittings; Truck cover; Assorted stainless steel pipes; 750mm pedestal fan; GenTech generator; Shed shelving; Tyres; Liners for Ford motor; Hydraulic Jacks;AEG grinder

Outside entries welcome 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

Damien Minogue: 0427 507 369 Korumburra: 5658 1894 www.elders.com.au ID: CS000617

AS the weather moves into warmer spring days, snakes become more active. All livestock, particularly horses, are sensitive to the effects of snake venom. The severity of a snake bite depends on the size and species of the snake, the period since the snake had last bitten prey, the time after hibernation, the size of the animal it has bitten and the location of the bite. Snake venom paralyses muscles. Affected animals may show signs of excitement, develop muscle tremors and have a staggery gait. Affected animals may dribble saliva. Paralysis of the respiratory muscles will lead to respiratory depression and death resulting from asphyxia. If an animal receives a small dose of venom it may recover after one to five days. Snake bite can be difficult to diagnose at postmortem as the small puncture wounds and local swelling can be difficult to find in a large animal. Diagnosis is often based on the sighting of a snake and the exclusion of other diseases. If you suspect your animal has been bitten by a snake, seek veterinary help immediately, even if your animal is not showing any signs of envenomation. TAKE ACTION: Agriculture Victoria is urging dairy farmers to attend a workshop to help The correct antivenom for the species of snake involved needs to be given and most veterinary develop a biosecurity plan for their business, which is important when they are sourcing clinicals will have anti-venene that covers one or fodder from off-farm. more species of snake. For further advice contact your local veterinarian or Agriculture Victoria veterinary or animal health officer.

GELLIONDALE CLEARING SALE A/C B J KALLADY 7666 SOUTH GIPPSLAND HWY FRIDAY DEC 6, 2019 AT 10AM (PROPERTY SOLD)

2009 Massey Ferguson 5455t3 4wd Cab Tractor & Front End Loader & Bucket 4440 Hrs New Tyres, 2014 Krone V150xc Baler, 2016 Krone Ecr320 Linkage Mower,John Deere 1350 Mower Cond. Trailed, 2004 Swadro 461 Single Rotor Rake, Kuhn Hrb302d Power Harrow With Cage Roller, Mascio Pegtooth Cultivator With Cage Roller, Hustler Chainless 4000 2 Bale Feeder, Hulls Engineering 2 Bale Feeder, John Berends 10ft Topper Slasher, John Berends 8 Ft 2 Ram Grader Blade, Honda Trx500 Quad Bike 18000klms, Honda Trax350 2wd Quad Bike, Connershea 18 Run Drill Trailed, 11 Ft Heavy Steel Roller, Galvanised Pond Stirrer, 2 Hardi Linkage Spray Units 600 Ltr & 800 Ltr, 2 Silage Grabs, Calf Trailor, Honda Motor Lawn Mower, Fire Fighting Pump, Calf Feeders, Pellet Trough, Calf Puller, Electric Fence Reels, Battery Electric Fence, Hay Rings, Square Bale Hay Elevator, Sundry Power Tools, Farm Sundries. Terms. Buyers Number System Will Apply, Strictly Cash Or Cheque On Day Of Sale, No Eftpos. GST Where Applicable. www.phelanandhenderson.com or Facebook For Photos

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SOUTH Gippsland dairy farmers will Healthy Farms Biosecurity Framework. “At the workshops, we’ll introduce the key have an opportunity to learn how to use the new Dairy Biosecurity Tool at work- elements of the online biosecurity tool, including the evidence-based control measures,” she said. shops being held in Ellinbank this week. “Farmers are able to select a level of risk in The Dairy Biosecurity Tool was developed as a joint collaboration between Dairy Australia and Agriculture Victoria and launched in early October. Agriculture Victoria’s Dr Sarah Chaplin said the workshops will provide a hands-on introduction to using the biosecurity ‘plan builder’ approach inherent in the Dairy Biosecurity Tool. “The new online tool helps farmers to identify and understand how to manage their biosecurity risks,” she said. “At the workshop we’ll take farmers through the process of identifying what diseases are prevalent in their geographic area and look at the potential economic impact of particular diseases as well as the controls available to minimise the risk.” Dr Chaplin said the Dairy Biosecurity Tool allows farmers to develop a tailored biosecurity plan for their farms based on Dairy Australia’s

relation to a specific disease and build their biosecurity plan. “Once started, a biosecurity plan can be stored electronically and reviewed and updated on a regular basis and shared with farm advisers.” Farmers can learn more about the importance of managing biosecurity in Victoria and access the link to the Dairy Biosecurity Tool at agriculture. vic.gov.au/agriculture/biosecurity. Farmers already using DairyBase can use their existing login details. The Ellinbank workshop will be held on Wednesday, November 27 from 10.30am to 1.30pm at Agriculture Victoria, 1301 Hazeldean Road, Ellinbank. For further information or to register, contact Maria Rose on 0438 282 205 or at maria.rose@ agriculture.vic.gov.au. Lunch will be provided.

• VLE Leongatha

Secondary cattle dominate the offering THERE were approximately 1700 export and 300 young cattle penned representing an increase of 240 head weekon-week. The usual buying group was present and operating in a mixed but mostly cheaper market. Quality declined with fewer prime cattle amongst a larger proportion of secondary cattle. Yearling heifers to the trade lost 17c/kg and represented the majority of the trade cattle. Grown steers and bullocks eased 5c to 15c/kg. Heavy weight grown heifers showing good finish lost 8c/kg. Heavy manufacturing steers eased 8c to 15c/kg. Cows were from 5c to predominately 10c/kg cheaper. Another buyer operating on the heavy bulls pushed prices up 20c to 30c/kg. A handful of yearling trade steers sold from 288c to 295c/kg. Yearling heifers to the trade made from 262c to 295c/kg. Grown steers sold from 298c and 316c/kg. Bullocks made from 290c to 331c/kg. Heavy grown heifers showing good finish sold from 260c to 282c/kg. Heavy Friesian manufacturing steers made from 234c to 263c with the crossbred portion from 248c to 300c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows sold from 198c to 245c/kg. Heavy weight cows made predomiantely from 222c to 269c/kg. Better shaped heavy bulls sold from 290c to 339c/kg. The next sale draw - November 27: 1. Landmark 2. S.E.J, 3. Alex Scott & Staff, 4. Elders and 5. Phelan & Henderson & Co.

Wednesday, November 20 BULLOCKS 14 Brown Dp & Cm Mirboo Nth 9 Kennedy M P Nerrena 13 Kensley Gm Woodleigh Vale 10 Chambers Js 5 Clancy Springs 1 Hill M Drumdlemara STEER 2 Jones R Foster 1 Hill M Drumdlemara 8 Cowie Dc & Mj Garfield 2 Mangiafico A & Kj Dumbalk Nth 3 Price Gl & Wj Yarram 2 Mcmillan C & S Unknown District HEIFERS 20 Strathbrae Equity Pl Inverloch 2 Dunlop Sp7 Meeniyan 5 Browne T & R Tarwin 1 Mcqueston S Mordialloc 9 Vuiller Shorthorns Waratah 1 Heyne Wr & Lm Maffra COWS 1 Hopkins Ar Morwell 2 Nearhaven Pty Ltd West Creek 1 Whelan K & F Outtrim 1 Arnup Nr & M1 Buffalo 2 White Cw & G Toora 1 O`Loughlin Pf & Pa Nerrena BULLS 1 Grabham Ac Kongwak 1 Osullivan Lm & J Foster 1 Johns M & H2 Vectnor 1 Glenacres Nominees Poowong 1 Omara Aw & Cm Glengarry 1 Dungey B Carrajung

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2,487.77 2,651.40 2,132.88 2,065.60 2,342.40 2,256.00

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ON THE LAND Store market eases South Gippsland Stock Agents Association AGENTS yarded 3000 head last Thursdays VLE Leongatha store sale on a very hot day for all. The yarding was quite good but generally there were less feature lines of cattle with less heavier steers yarded compared to the previous sale. Overall prices eased 10 to 15 cents for most steers & heifers except for the top quality pens which held firm compared to last sales very strong market . Cows & calves and springers sold to similar rates with the current strong chopper market keeping a floor on this job. Steers: MZ enterprises 6 Ang, 3 yo, 699kg at 271c, $1900; D & L Young 11 Ang, 2 yo, 568kg, $3.13, $1780; S & d curtis 7 Ang, 20 mths, 502kg, 290c, $1460; L & K Quinlan, 6 Fries, 2yo, 501kg, 251c, $1260; D & j verboon, 15 Ang, 18mth, 473kg, 306c, $1450; Masley hill, 14 Ang, 18 mths, 467kg, 308c, $1440; Copperleaf P/L, 15 Ang, 16 mths, 443kg, 338c, $1500; JWG dean, 17 Ang, 15 mths, 433kg, 339c, $1470; Nalajule Nominees, 16 Ang, 12-14mths, 424kg, 316c, $1340; Nalajule Nominees, 24 Ang, 12-14mths, 388kg, 340c, $1320; Nalajule Nominees, 20 Ang, 12-14mths, 351kg, 330c, $1160; Nalajule Nominees, 24 Ang, 12-14mths, 330kg, 336c, $1110; A & C Ball, 12 Ang, 14mths, 416kg, 298c, $1240; B & P Svenson, 16 Ang, 16mths, 398kg, 314c, $1250; B & P Svenson, 14 Ang, 12-14mths, 372kg, 319c, $1190; BJ O’loughlin, 15 Ang, 12-14mths, 368kg, 323c, $1190; N & R Lee, 16 Ang, 12mths, 349kg, 361c, $1260; C Keogh, 18 Ang, 12mths, 347kg, 302c, $1050; G Anthony, 14BB, 12mths, 337kg, 335c, $1130;

S & J Dibden, 17 Ang, 12mths, 320kg, 353c, $1130; A Conisbee & Co, 24 Ang, 12mths, 320kg, 343c, $1120; P Dixon, 17 Ang, 12mths, 320kg, 334c, $1070; N & R Lee, 11 Ang, 10mths, 302kg, 344c, $1040; K Perry, 11 Ang, 8mths, 304kg, 312c, $950; M & M Lee, 22 Ang, 10mths, 299kg, 341c, $1020; J Sawers, 16 Ang, 8-10mths, 294kg, 343c, $1010; A & C Ball, 15 Charo, 16mths, 429kg, 279c, $1200; A & C Ball, 4 charo, 16 mths, 386kg, 284c, $1100; T & R Browne, 18 charo, 16mths, 391kg, 301c, $1180; M & K Hall, 8 hfd, 16mths, 396kg, 318c, $1260; R & E Longmuir, 12 hfd, 12-14mths, 349kg, 309c, $1080; B & T McCormack, 21 hfd, 12-14mths, 340kg, 308c, $1050; N & K Hansford, 9 hfd, 10-12mths, 322kg, 304c, $980; B & A Spiden, 8 hfd, 12 mths, 365kg, 268c, $980 Heifers: Latrobe Park Angus, 14 Ang, 14mths, 401kg, 284c, $1140; S & J Lewwis, 6 Ang, 12-14mths, 371kg, 256c, $950; SP Dunlop, 9 Ang, 12-14mths, 351kg, 282c, $990; Beamish Family, 8 Ang, 14mths, 348kg, 271c, $930; R & J Trease, 12 BB, 12mths, 324kg, 290c, $940; Sampson Ag, 6 BB, 10mths, 312kg, 266c, $830; B Anderson, 10 Ang, 12mths, 308kg, 285c, $880; Merlewood Angus, 17 Ang, 12mths, 300kg, 336c, $1010; K Perry, 14 Ang, 8mths, 266kg, 263c, $700; A Stollery, 15 Charo, 8mths, 253kg, 276c, $700; P Mattern, 9 charo, 8-10mths, 260kg, 269c, $700; G Price, 9 Blonde, 6-8mths, $680; T Moreing, 4 hfd, 16mths, $1050; D & K Manning, 10 hfd, 14mths, $820; N & K Hansford, 10 hfd, 14mths, 339kg, 286c, $970; B & A Spiden, 17 Hfd, 12mths, 300kg, 276c, $830; Miralai P’ship, 21 hfd, 10-12mths, 279kg, 317c, $885; Miralai P’ship, 19 Hfd, 10-12 mths, $790; D & j verboon, 14 Ang x, 14mths, 341kg, 255c, $870 Cows & calves/ joined females: R&M Vernon, 10 Ang PTIC heifers $1680; A Clark, 10x10, Ang, 1st calvers, $1660; A Clark, 6x6 Ang, $1400; A Clark, 14x14 Ang, $1420; B Moffit, 11x11, $1140; J Franklin, 4x4 hfd, $1220; R Beamish, 1x1 Hfd, $1440.

CHASING OFFERS: (L-R) Dane Perczyk of Alex Scott and Staff seeks bids with Rob Ould.

Rohan McRae of Elders discusses the store sale with VLE’s Wayne Osborne.

Top cows up to the challenge THE annual Dairy Cow Challenge has took out the Champion Cow shield. The Aggregate Points shield was won by the been part of the Yarram Show for the Greenaway family, who have entered the compepast 21 years. tition for all of the 21 years and have taken out at Kelvin Trotman, Won Wron dairy farmer, was

least one award in all of those years. the inaugural organiser of this event. For Kelvin, winning the champion cow award As the organiser, Kelvin never entered his Jerwas a thrill. sey cows into the competition, but rather enjoyed “I got the tapes out the other night from those driving around the countryside with the judges. early years and I could see the improvement in the He stepped back from the organisation side of cattle from then until now,” he said. the event a number of years ago, but has mainAshley Greenaway won the aggregate points tained his support for the event and this year he award.

VALUABLE FLEECE: Hunterston wool grower Neil Collins and wife Britt were the toast of the Yarram Show fleece competition this year, taking out the most valuable fleece award. LEFT: Aaron Thomas (L) of Yarram Herd Service and Yarram Show volunteer Michelle Boddy, congratulate Kelvin Trotman, dairy farmer at Won Wron and Ashley Greenaway, representing the Greenway family from Jack River, on their awards.

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DAIRY FARM HAND A Casual Dairy Farm worker is required in the Leongatha area. 4-6 milkings per fortnight plus tractor work.

Phone: 0448 409 418 Career Opportunity

Retail Sales Assistant Saputo Dairy Australia is the largest dairy processor in the country producing a range of high quality products including delicious cheeses, drinking milk and culture products under renowned brands such as Devondale, COON, Great Ocean Road, Sungold, Liddells and Cracker Barrel*. We are committed to bringing the very best choice of products to tables in Australia and around the world. We are seeking an experienced Retail Sales Assistant to join the team at our MG Trading store in Leongatha on a casual basis. Reporting to the Store Manager, the Retail Sales Assistant is responsible for providing high levels of sales support, driving sales and assisting with customers enquiries and farming requirements. In addition, the Retail Sales Assistants role will also include assisting with merchandising & inventory control. To view a full Advertisement, including key selection criteria, please refer to our careers page at https://www.saputo.com/en/careers Applications can be sent to aus.recruitment@saputo.com Applications close Sunday 1st December Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. As we receive a high level of interest in our opportunities, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Teaching Posi ons Exci ng permanent, part- me opportuni es are available for two innova ve educators for teaching roles at Koonwarra Village School (KVS): • Key Mentor (0.8 FTE), Level 0-2 year levels • Projects Mentor (0.6 FTE), Level 2-6 year levels The Key Mentor teaching role will oversee the academic, social and emo onal development of students working at Founda on to Level 2. The Projects Mentor will have a key role in developing a new program at KVS: Passion Projects. The role involves working with students from Level 2 to 6 to develop, create and present projects based on the students interests or ‘sparks’. Koonwarra Village School approaches learning by suppor ng the development of independence, decision-making and self-regula on. We are looking for crea ve, energe c and proac ve professionals to work alongside our children in a flexible and responsive learning environment. The posi ons are commencing 20 January 2020. Applica ons close Sunday 8th December 2019

Visit www.koonwarravillageschool.org (news page) for posi on descrip ons and to apply online. Phone Sarah Maclean (Principal) 0499 249 063 to arrange a visit or for more informa on.

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Have you considered offering your knowledge, skills and tools as a handyman? From installing new appliances, repairing or putting up a fence, interior or exterior painting, and mounting paintings, televisions or other wall hangings to cleaning difficult areas, installing shelves and cabinets, garden- START NOW: Read our suggestions on how to easily and ing jobs, installing and promptly start working as an independent handyman. putting together new furniture and more, that many people reAnother perk of beventure, you will need there are a number of quire help with. ing a sole trader is that to invest some money jobs around the home As this career path before you earn some. you can decide when, doesn’t require any Fortunately, you’ll where and how ofsituations vacant specifications to get just need to register as ten you want to work, started (although you a sole trader or a com- including what you can undertake study to pany (between $35- charge. branch into other areas $82 to register as a sole Even better, thanks such as plumbing and trader, and around $500 to modern technology Must be carpentry), it’s relative- as a company), and obyou can easily market ly simple to become a tain a free of cost ABN experienced your services. (Australian Business Won Wron area handyman. Try advertising However, just like Number). your skills through the beginning of any PHONE Typically handysocial media commumen are on an hourly 5189 1315 situations vacant nity groups and pages rate, and it’s a great way to supplement cas- or community notice ADVERTISING CONSULTANT ual or part-time work boards. To register for an The Great Southern Star based in as a sole trader if you Leongatha is looking for a passionate, aren’t prepared to start ABN or business name, www.business. people-oriented advertising consultant up your own company visit with a talent for building lasting gov.au/registrations just yet. customer relationships, a strong business sense and genuine interest in situations vacant situations vacant helping our clients grow their businesses. Join the Star and be part of a successful and dedicated sales team. ABOUT THE ROLE You will be working with our local community to present best-suited solutions to grow local businesses, creating unique products for their advertising and marketing needs. ? Vast range of unique products ? A real chance to help our community grow by encouraging buying local in the South Gippsland/Bass Coast region ? Large portfolio of existing clients as well as endless opportunities to establish new connections. Your role will include face to face visits to owners of businesses in all categories. APPLY NOW Applications close Friday, December 6, 2019. If you'd like to be considered for the role, please send your CV to tony@thestar.com.au and a compelling cover letter. If you have any questions, call Commercial ManagerTony Giles on 5662 2294.

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Suitably qualified and experienced applicants are required. Part time possible by negotiation. All Staff must demonstrate an active commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school. Mary MacKillop College is a Child-Safe school. Please contact the Principal's Personal Assistant, Carly Kitchingman ckitchingman@mmcrc.catholic.edu.au. Applications close 9am, Monday 9 December, 2019.

Nurse Educator Registered Nurse – Gr 4 - Full Time (Job # ND1106) Contact: Kirsten Amos, Acting Deputy Director of Nursing. PH: 5667 5526 or Kirsten.amos@gshs.com.au Closing Date: 8th December 2019 Associate Nurse Unit Manager Multiple positions (1.7 EFT) – Leongatha Hospital (Job # ND1102) Contact: Tracey Palmer, Nurse Unit Manager. Ph: 5667 5614 or email tracey.palmer@gshs.com.au. Closing Date: 8th December 2019 Clinical Coder/Health Information Clerk Hours negotiable (Job # PH1101) Contact: Sharon Shaw, Health Information Manager. Ph: 5667 5508 or email sharon.shaw@gshs.com.au Closing Date: 1st December 2019 Catering & Environmental Services Assistants Various casual positions available (Job # HS1101) Contact: Wayne Dahan, Hospitality Manager. Ph: 5667 5518 Closing Date: 1st December 2019 Registered Nurses/Midwives Full time, Part Time & Casual positions available (Job # ND1103) Contact: Tracey Palmer, Nurse Unit Manager. Ph: 5667 5614 or email tracey.palmer@gshs.com.au. Full details, including the position descriptions are available on our website. To apply, click on the “Apply Now” link in the full advert at www.gshs.com.au/careers.

Position Vacancies Bass Coast Health Bass Coast Health is seeking applications for the following positions: Director - Information, Data Integrity & Systems Governance Full Time – closes 28/11/19 Endorsed Enrolled Nurse Aged Care – Kirrak House Part time – closes 29/11/19 Access Team Leader Part time – closes 25/11/19 Registered Nurse Grade 3 Outpatient Part time – closes 22/11/19 Physiotherapist – Grade 1 Full time – closes 6/12/19 Physiotherapist – Grade 2 Full time – closes 6/12/19 For full position details, a position description and how to apply, please refer to the BCH website basscoasthealth.org.au or contact Human Resources via email hr@basscoasthealth.org.au


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Classifieds SOCIAL SUPPORT GROUP COORDINATOR - PART TIME Gippsland Multicultural Cultural Services seeks to recruit a part time Social Support Group Coordinator. The position will be responsible for the coordination of our funded Social Support Groups, delivering innovative and culturally responsive services that keep participants socially connected and active within the community. The coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of the program, including assessment, planning, reporting, and leadership of a team of support workers and volunteers. The coordinator will use a strength based, person centred approach, providing services that meet the ongoing individual needs of older members of the community from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds experiencing isolation. We provide a dynamic and supportive team environment. Relevant qualifications and experience in the aged and community care sector will be highly regarded. Position Description and enquiries can be directed to recruit@gms.org.au. Applications must include cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and resume including referees of recent line managers. Applications should be marked “Confidential – Social Support Coordinator” and emailed to recruit@gms.org.au. Applications close 05/12/2019,

POSITION FARM SALES / DELIVERIES We are seeking a highly motivated sales and delivery driver to supply our customers with their dairy consumables. This position consists of selling and supplying dairy farmers with their daily requirements throughout South Gippsland and will be a full-time position. The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery of goods, ordering of stock, and will be selfmotivated and able to work unassisted with good time management skills. Experience in the dairy industry is an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. Applications should be sent to: The Manager, PO Box 316, Korumburra. Or via email: dale@westfalia.net.au Applications close 07/12/19

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Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Located in Wonthaggi we are looking for a Full Time (38 hours) qualified/prior learning experience or a 3rd or 4th year apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic with above award wages offered based on experience. Principal Responsibilities Include: ? Maintaining all aspects of vehicles to relevant transport legislation and standards ? Maintaining all aspects of equipment to the suppliers standard or better ? Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance services ? Perform fault diagnostics to detect mechanical and electrical faults ? Test drive and/or operate equipment to ensure repair has been completed correctly. ? Flexible hours ? Flexible all round duties ? Some Weekend & Public Holiday work may be required To successfully secure this position you must have: ? HR Licence (HC preferable) ? HR Driving Experience. ? Effective time management skills and the ability to work alone and as part of a team. If you have the experience and the essential requirements and would like the opportunity to work in a friendly team environment, please send your resume and cover letter to P.O. Box 52, Wonthaggi, 3995 or email: adam.hill@wonthaggirecyclers.com.au Applications close Friday Nov 29, 2019.

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B DOUBLE TANKER DRIVERS REQUIRED Bulk Liquid Carriers are seeking MC milk tanker drivers for local Victoria work. Fulltime immediate start High earning potential Well maintained vehicles.

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Work with a great supportive team and a reputable and growing organisation! Strzelecki Aged Care Home currently have vacancies for the following positions: ADMINISTRATION OFFICER - FULL TIME 9-5 MON-FRI Experience required: - Experience with rostering – essential - Experience with Kronos – desirable - Experience in Aged Care – desirable - High level of proficiency in the Microsoft Package REGISTERED NURSES - CASUAL Qualifications/experience required: - Previous experience as an RN in Aged Care - Experience with ACFI and accreditation requirements - An active AHPRA registration followed by sufficient experience in Dementia Care ENROLLED NURSES - PART TIME/CASUAL Qualifications/experience required: - Previous experience as an EN in Aged Care - Experience with ACFI and accreditation requirements - An active AHPRA registration PERSONAL CARE WORKERS - PART TIME/CASUAL Qualifications/experience required: - Previous experience as a PCW in Aged Care - Strong interpersonal and communication skills - Certificate III in Aged Care LEISURE AND LIFESTYLE ASSISTANT CASUAL Qualifications/experience required: - Previous experience coordinating a lifestyle program in Aged Care - Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle - desirable - Current First Aid Certificate - Experience in conducting Dementia specific programs is an advantage CLEANERS - CASUAL Experience required: - Previous experience as a cleaner in Aged Care Applications to: Home Manager mirboonorthfm@japara.com.au 27 Giles Street Mirboo North VIC 3871 * All applicants must provide evidence of their right to work in Australia and a valid National Police Check* Please note: Only successful applicants will be contacted

Community Advisory Committee Positions Available The Community Advisory Committee for West Gippsland Libraries currently has one vacant position from each council for the Baw Baw Shire, Bass Coast Shire and South Gippsland Shire. Applications are currently open to any residents from within these shires who are interested in becoming a community advocate for your local library services. As a community representative, your key role is to provide and promote community perspectives to the Board and maintain relationships between the library service and the wider community. Applications close 13th Dec 2019. For more information, please contact: Michelle Nicholls Community Engagement Advisor 65 Victoria Street, Warragul VIC 3820 E. michellen@wgrlc.vic.gov.au

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DAIRY FARM POSITION - FULL TIME

A full time position is available on our dairy farm in Leongatha North, Victoria We are looking for candidates who have at least two years full-time experience in dairying. The role will involve all facets of dairying so candidates who can demonstrate skills in multiple areas will be highly regarded. The dairy is a 30 a side herringbone with automatic cup removers. In return we reward our staff with a generous salary package and focus on a healthy work/life balance with two days off a week. No accommodation. Please send a cover letter and your resume to 0481 579 757

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Sunday Dec 8 at 7pm Alberton West Recreation Reserve

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ROADWORKS FOR REGIONAL ROADS VICTORIA BY DOWNER GROUP AT INVERLOCH VENUS BAY ROAD Ch. 2.775km to 3.715km Will commence on 25/11/19 delays expected Enquiries to Steve 0407 366 261

RED CROSS Raffle reults. First Prize. Wheelbarrow of plants won by Tania Moscript Second Prize. Hose Reel won by Phillip Morter Many thanks to all those who supported our raffle and thanks also to the Leongatha Men’s Shed for making the Wheelbarrow. Tractor Slashing Get your grass under control befor the Fire Season begins. Call Geoff 0417648925 Waratah Auxilliary Raffle winners . 1st Marge Broche, 2nd Lorrain, 3rd E Hirt, 4th Coral White, 5th Nett Plant. Thank you for your support

for sale CARAVAN - Compass Pop Top. 5.18m length, 2 berth, lounge, 4 burner gas stove, microwave, lots of extras, in v.g.c. Registered and insured for $15,900 but will sell for $6,000. Ph 5182 6315 FIREWOOD, redgum and local wood. Ph: 0408-980711.

livestock BORDER Leicester, Southdown and Poll Dorset rams, OB accredited, flock registered, well bred and grown. Can deliver. 0428 356 376 OLD PORT POULTRY FARM 20 week old Isa Brown Pullets $23. First year Isa Brown layers $10 Phone 0438 832 534

message of hope The Lord will fight for you , you need only to be still. Exodus 14.14

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OPTOMETRIST B. PETTITT will be consulting at

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THURSDAY DEC 5 9.30am - 4.30pm For appointment phone 5144 5330 Only on day of visit phone 5182 6186

Harris, Blake and Parsons, Optometrists Pty Ltd consulting at Yarram Medical Centre on Wednesday, January 22 and Thursday, January 23. For appointments with Amy Phone 9723 3218 Now at 121 Commercial Road, Yarram

personal BIANCA Busty blonde 0488-148857, SWA 6664XE. One day only, Tuesday, November 26th.

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wanted to buy ANY OLD farm four wheelers, trucks, excavators, skid steers and 4 x 4’s. Phone Matt 0401 194 601.

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CAFARELLA - Thomas (Tom) 8/01/2029 - 23/11/2001 Thoughts, memories and the legacy you left is infinite. Ripose in Pace, your loving Wife Connie and Family.

MACKIE John. Meeniyan Red Cross members send heartfelt thoughts to the Mackie family. John was a loved, well respected and esteemed long time member of Meeniyan Red Cross and emergency services

MACKIE A Farewell Journey and Celebration of Life for Mr. John David Mackie will be held at the Meeniyan Town Hall, Meeniyan on FRIDAY (November 29, 2019) commencing at 1.00pm. At the conclusion of the Service a Private Burial will be held.

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29/01/1949 - 10/11/2019 Pauline and Family sincerely thank relatives, friends, neighbours and colleagues for their words of comfort, cards and flowers. Your support at this time is very much appreciated in our time of loss. Please accept this as our personal thanks. DUNNE - Molly The family would like to thank everyone for their support, Kind thoughts, flowers, food, cards and attendance at Molly’s funeral. Thank you to Marnie and staff at Gippsland Funeral Services, And Ship Inn for the wonderful spread. From all the family Helen, Bev, Elaine’s family, Fay, Robert, Sharon and Darren. Your support is greatly appreciated.

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MACKIE - John David 20/02/1940 - 18/11/2019 Tragically taken from us all. Much loved husband of Marilyn for 52 wonderful years. Loved father of Robert and Michelle, Andrew and Jocelyn, Stuart and Danielle. Loved and adored Poppy of Jasmin, Ben, Scott, Bella, Ruby and Lenny. Loved by all Many unfinished projects. MACKIE - John Life long friend and neighbour. Our heartfelt sympathy to Marilyn and family, from Doug, Grace, Carolyn, Anthony, Zack and Toby. MACKIE - John We would like to express our sincere condolences to Marilyn, Robert, Andrew, Stuart and their families on the tragic loss of John. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. From the MDUFNC Committee and members

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MACKIE - John David. Our family was dismayed and saddened at John’s untimely passing. He was our dear friend for 70+ years and Best Man at our wedding. Deepest sympathies to Marilyn and family. So long mate. Noreen and David. MACKIE - John Loved Husband of Marilyn. Brother-in-law to Robyn and Geoff. Uncle of Katrina, Cliff, Ethan, Maddison, Quade, (NZ) Troy and Joanne, Logan and Jake, Shannon, Brett, Koby and Elly, Damien, Tean, William and Rowan and Josh. Keep the cars and tractors going. MACKIE - John Sincere condolences to Marilyn, Robert, Andrew, Stuart & families on the passing of John. Our thoughts are with you all. From the Leongatha Motorcycle Club Committee & Members. MACKIE John 18/11/19 John I travelled many miles in yours and Marilyn’s company and will treasure the memories forever. Joyce and Don MACKIE - John. Tragic loss of a dear friend. Life won’t be the same without you mate. Jeff and Lyn MACKIE - John To Marilyn and Family, Our deepest and humblest condolences. John was a wonderful and enthusiastic member of our club. His warm and friendly smile, his friendship, knowledge and “short yarns” will be sadly missed by us all. From the President, Committee and all members of the South Gippsland Branch of the Gippsland Historical Automobile Club MACKIE - John David. Happy childhood memories of cousins growing up together on the farms at Meeniyan. So sad. Loving sympathy to Marilyn and the boys and their families. RIP “Cuz”. Dawn, Ashton and family SCOTT - Mick Respected and valued former curator of Meeniyan Golf club. Our thoughts are with Barb and family at this sad time. RIP. Meeniyan Golf club WARBY Thomas Oliver Jeremy Warby passed away on November 17, 2019. Loved by all who knew him. Rest now, Thomas. Forever in our hearts.

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Leongatha Tennis Club LEONGATHA Tennis Club’s annual championship event was held recently in mild conditions, ideal for tennis.

Deadlifts and donuts CBX Crossfit in Wonthaggi is getting be- Saturday, December 7 and CBX Crossfit is invithind an important cause this December ing everyone to come along and get involved. “This is a free, family friendly event,” Nina and participating in the global 16 days of said. activism against gender-based violence. “We would love to see people of all ages and While gender-based violence is an international issue, the event is all about the local community. “Family violence in Bass Coast is above the state average,” Event organisers Nina and Charlotte said. “We strongly believe more can be done in our community to combat the drivers of gender-based violence and that is what Deadlifts and Donuts is all about.” The event will be held from 9am to 1pm on

backgrounds coming in, standing up against gender-based violence, and enjoying a donut with us as we chat about what we can all do to make our community safer and more harmonious.” The event will be held at CBX Crossfit, 1D Elkin Court, Wonthaggi. Participants are encouraged to wear orange, the international colour for preventing gender-based violence. For more information, find and follow CBX CrossFit on Facebook @CBXCrossFit.

An excellent field of men turned out to contest this coveted event and many left exhausted after a massive day of tennis. Matthew Pocklington emerged as the club’s singles champion, too good for a gallant Rob Brownlow in the final. Unfortunately for Rob, this was his third runner-up in the past three years. Better luck next year Rob. A huge field of 16 players contested the open mens doubles event. With eight pairs contesting, the tennis was hot, particularly from a seasoned pair in Greg Edwards and Paul Ramsbottom. After many sets, the final was contested by Warren and Will Littlejohn against Matt Pocklington and Harry Taylor-Smith, with Matt and Harry too good, winning 6-2. The section two mens singles was a round robin event won by Andrew Lowry and the section two doubles was taken out by Andrew Lowry and Shane Greeley. Our ladies singles event was taken out by Zara Littlejohn, who defeated Renae Littlejohn in an entertaining match. It was a great day of tennis and the Leongatha Tennis Club was thrilled with the amount of players. Thanks to the organisers of the matches and the guys who cooked a delicious barbecue lunch. Results are as follows: Mens open singles: Matt Pocklington def Rob Brownlow. Mens open doubles: Matt Pocklington and Harry TaylorSmith def Warren and Will Littlejohn. Mens section two singles: Andrew Lowry winner. Mens section two doubles: Andrew Lowry and Shane Greeley winners. Ladies open singles: Zara Littlejohn def Renae Littlejohn.

Mirboo North and District Tennis Association results A Grade

Fish Creek three sets 34 games def Leongatha Millman three sets 28 games. Leongatha Stosur three sets 33 games def Mardan three sets 28 games.

Ladder Leongatha Millman .................29.5 Fish Creek ................................29.5 Mardan .....................................22.5 Leongatha Stosur .....................16.5

B Grade Leongatha North four sets 28 games def Mardan two sets 18 games. Leongatha Duckworth four sets 32 games def Leongatha Dokic two sets 17 games. Leongatha Barty six sets 36 games def Leongatha Groth 0 sets 11 games. Baromi BYE.

Ladder Leongatha Barty .........................38 Baromi .....................................29.5 Leongatha Duckworth .............24.5 Leongatha North ......................23.5 Mardan .....................................20.5 Leongatha Dokic ........................18 Leongatha Groth ......................15.5

C Grade Leongatha Bolt eight sets 32 games def Fish Creek Red 0 sets two games. Baromi eight sets 32 games def Mardan 0 sets five games. Fish Creek White BYE.

Ladder Baromi .....................................49.5 Fish Creek White .....................36.5 Fish Creek Red ........................26.5 Leongatha Bolt ........................29.5 Mardan ........................................19 Leongatha North ...........................6

Allambee Mirboo and District tennis results Section One Korumburra 9.72 defeated Koonwarra 0.23. GOAL SCORED: Netballers are celebrating, with news the LDNA courts will soon be Inverloch Kroams 9.72 defeated Leongatha given a major makeover. North 0.26. Inverloch Storm 5.50 defeated Leon-

Goal scored for LDNA NETBALLERS scored a goal this week, with news the proposed redevelopment of Leongatha District Netball Association’s is ready to go ahead. The contract for the redevelopment has been awarded to local company BJ’s Earthmoving Redevelopment committee member and outgoing association president Anna Patterson said the announcement was “very timely”. “Money needs to be spent to maintain. The funding and the project has come together at the right time, because we need to redo quite a few things,” she said. “This helps us be complaint with Netball Victoria’s and Netball Australia. It becomes a safer environment. We’ve hosted tournaments in the past, but those administrative bodies are becoming more selective. “This will give us the capacity to host larger tournaments. A new venue is always going to attract interest and we are gradually increasing our participation rates.” A total of $655,150 has been allocated to

complete the project. The LDNA has contributed $150,000 towards the project, with council securing $500,000 in grant funding from the Victorian Government under the 2018/19 Female Friendly Facilities Fund. The project will deliver: • Compliant outdoor netball courts with new asphalt wearing course over the court. • New sports floodlighting. • Accessible facilities, designed to enhance and encourage greater female participation. Council administrator, chair Julie Eisenbise said the project would deliver much needed upgrades to an important community asset. “What a wonderful project to announce yesterday, the Leongatha and District Netball Association Courts Redevelopment Project is expected to support over 600 netballers who use the facility every week,” she said. “It’s great to see the association contributing $150,000 towards the project, it just proves their commitment to ensuring local netball has the high quality facilities to match the local talent. “It was pleasing to be able to award this contract to a local company.”

South Gippsland Bridge Club Friday, November 22 at Inverloch - pairs

North/South First, the impressive pair of Dina Drury and Richard Moss showing their fine form with a stunning 69,54 percent, the best score of the week. Second with a fine 56.17 percent were Anne and Bruce Gibson, back from their winter in the north. Third with an excellent 53.27 was the steady pair of Philip and Neville Chapman.

East/West First, with another excellent score, were the highly consistent performers Kaye Douglas and John Sutton, with a stunning 63.34 percent. Second, showing their long experience at the game, were Faye Rowlands and Pat Wes with a fine 54.86 percent, and third with a sound 50.69 percent were Marie Sands and Ken McKenzie. Tuesday, November 19 at Tarwin Lower – pairs First, with a super 68.15 percent were our visitors from Benalla, Christine and Peter Holmes.

Second were Dina Drury and Richard Moss, holding their impressive form with 60 percent. Third were Anne and Brice Gibson with a great 55.19 percent. Monday, November 18 at Meeniyan - pairs First with 62 percent were the consistent Susan Ruffin and Clive Hope. Second with 60 percent were Margaret Munro and, for the second time this week, Pat West. Third with a fine 52 percent were Neville Chapman and Dirk Jacobs. The club would like to wish our successful Grand National Open Tournament team - Dina Drury, Jack Kuiper, Richard Moss, Susan Ruffin and Clive Hope every success when they travel to Tweeds Heads to represent Eastern Region Bridge Association in this event. Achieving the goal of being selected is a great honour and we hope for their enjoyment of the game and their success. Please check the club website for coming events.

Berry’s Creek ..................................... 40 Korumburra Green ............................. 40 Leongatha Barty .............................. 30.5

Korumburra and Inverloch Kroams were big winners in Section One this week. Koonwarra and Leongatha North were the Ladder losers in these two games. Next week, these two Inverloch Kroams ....................61.5 teams play each other and there should be some Korumburra .............................52.5 good hitting between them. Inverloch Storm ..........................45 Inverloch Storm v Leongatha was a close Koonwarra ..................................40 game. Rob, Harry and Frank won all their men’s Leongatha North ......................37.5 sets for Leongatha, while the Storm ladies evened Leongatha ................................27.5 up the score. At the end of the mixed, Storm came Section Two out on top by three games. Berry’s Creek 5.59 defeated Korumburra Leongatha Millman won well against home Green 4.56. town rivals Leongatha Barty, evergreen Steve Outtrim 5.60 defeated Korumburra Blue 4.52. Johnson filling in for Millman. Outtrim were winLeongatha Millman 8.67 defeated Leongatha ners by eight games against Korumburra Blue. A Barty 1.43. Baromi BYE tiebreaker each way kept the game close. Ladder Berry’s Creek were winners by three games Outtrim ............................................ 60.5 against Korumburra Green, fill-ins in all teams, Baromi............................................. 49.5 but at least they got teams on the court to enjoy Leongatha Millman ............................ 48 Korumburra Blue ............................ 40.5 the weather. gatha 4.47.

Cyclists back on track AFTER several weeks of poor weather, of Tom with 49.56 sec. Stephen Spencer raced in at 52.06 sec. the track season finally got underway on In the A group, Renee Hardacre (35m) just held Friday night with eight riders fronting up on to win from Oscar (Scr) and Grace (20m). for racing. In the second race, after some minor changes The riders were split into an A and B group. The first race of the night saw Oscar Davis take out the four-lap scratch race in convincing style ahead of Erica Deery and Grace Peterson. In the three-lap B Grade race, it looked like Tom Geary was not a contender but he came through with a burst in the last 200m to take a narrow win from Emiley Hadicke and Stephen Spencer. The riders then fronted up to post a time for a one lap time trial. Oscar was quickest at 39.56 sec whilst Erica (42.37 sec) just pipped Grace at 42.93 sec whilst Renee Hardacre raced around in 45.65sec. In the B group, Emiley Hardicke clocked 47.25sec; Kate Geary was at 49.00 sec just ahead

to handicaps, the handicapper had all four riders crossing the line together. Grace (15) just edged to the front though. In the B grade group, Tom Geary moved to the front before the 200m mark to win from Kate and Emiley. In the second race, Tom Geary (5M) made it a double winning from Kate (10) and Stephen (45m) in third place. The racing finished with some novelty events on the grass. In the slow race, Grace showed the best balance to take the win. In the race within the decreasing square, Stephen on his small bike showed the others how to handle things. Training is on Wednesday night from 6.30pm.


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South West Gippsland Mid Week Bowls Group winners (L-R) Peter McWilliams (S), Reg South West Gippsland Mid Week Bowls Group runners-up were (L-R) Hayden Cave (L), Sean McWilliams (3), Graham Turner (2) and Charlie Wright (S). Excell (L), Gillian Harper (2) and Luke Monckton (3).

Buffalo Wednesday, November 20 THERE were a good number of bowlers at Buffalo this week where three games of eight ends were played. In the first game there two close results. On mat one Bill Wolswinkel, Danah Suckling, Illene Tiziani and Charlie Tumino just beat Joe Occhipinti, Denyse Menzies and Peter Tiziani, winning 9-7. On the other mat Ian Hasty, Mary Tumino, Joyce Occhipinti and Stephen Suckling won over Toni Heldens, Gary Stirling, Joy Dyson and Graeme Trease 8-7. The second games results were not as close with Bill, Danah, Illene and Charlie defeating Ian, Mary, Joyce and Stephen 11-4. Toni, Gary, Joy and Graeme had their first win beating Joe, Denyse and Peter 16-4. In the third game on Mat one Bill, Danah, Illene and Charlie did not allow Toni, Gary, Joy and Graeme to score and easily won 15-0. A close game on the other mat with Ian, Mary, Joyce and Stephen beating Joe, Denyse and Peter 7-6. The night’s winners were Bill, Danah, Illene and Charlie (WWW) 17 ends, second Ian, Mary, Joyce and Stephen (WLW) 10 ends, third Toni, Gary, Joy and Graeme (LWL) 11 ends and fourth Joe, Denyse and Peter (LLL) 9 ends. Social bowls, Wednesday, 7.30pm, Buffalo Hall. All welcome.

Inverloch SEVENTY-EIGHT bowlers attended the club to contest the Retire and Wealth Planners Pty Ltd

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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1.76 0.62 1.47 0.13

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1.78 0.59 1.47 0.15

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1.75 0.57 1.45 0.20

0453 1023 1631 2231

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0530 1103 1713 2311

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sponsored triples event on Wednesday, November 20 at Inverloch. The best first game was won by John Newcombe’s team with 13 shots up. The best second game was won by Geoff Coleman’s team, with14 shots up while the best third game was taken out by Ray McGannon’s team with a score of 12 shots up. The best last game went to Arthur Newsome’s team on 16 shots up. On 65 points and taking out the runners-up money was Rohan Walker’s team. The winners of the Retire and Wealth Planners Pty Ltd., Inverloch triples event, with a score of 70 points were, Andy Dennis, Robyn Dennis and Bob Aniletell (skip). Fifteen players took part in the mufti social fours bowls event on Thursday, November 21. The runners-up, on 20 points, were Bruce Cor- South West Gippsland Mid Week Bowls Group best one game winners were (L-R) Rob Jefrigan (skip), Brian Hensley, Bill Selby and Mal freys (3), Pauline McWilliams (2), Robyn Coulson (L) and Laurie Bell (S). Scott. On 23 points, the day went to the team of Rob Howard, Martin Hannaford (skip), Jeff Curwood and Peter Dalmau. The SGBD Mid Week Pennant season took a break for a week while the Bowls Victoria, Victorian Open tournament was being played. The season will recommence on Tuesday, November 26. The Saturday pennant season was again in full operation on Saturday, November 23.The Division 1 team suffered an 11 shot defeat up at Korumburra; the final score being 2/64 – 14/75. In Division 2, the Blue team played Leongatha at home and suffered a narrow nine shot loss, going down 2/63 – 14/72. The Division 2 White team was beaten by San Remo who took the match by nine shots, 15/69 – 1/60. Playing at home, the Division 4 side won by three shots, 14/76 – 2/73, over Leongatha. The Division 5 Blue team had a nine shot win over the Phillip Island Blue team, 13/67 – 3/58. The Five White team wasn’t quite so fortunate, going down to Lang Lang at Lang Lang by just four shots. The home team took the match 14/74 – 2/70. The next club membership draw will be held on the evening of Friday, November 29, where the members’ jackpot stands at $90. No bookings required, just turn up on the evening and have fun. The next club dinner is scheduled for Friday evening, December 6 and has been fully booked out

Mirboo North HELLO Kookaburras. There was no bowling throughout the district last week due to state competition. The idea is that it provides opportunity for players to play in higher competition. The reality is that the local clubs lost a day of bowling in good weather that has been sorely lacking to date. The clubs that have players good enough to compete in a state event also have enough players to cover their place in absentia. Maybe next year things will change, one can only hope. Mirboo North has been hosting students from Mirboo North Secondary College for the last six weeks on a course of sports discovery by having selected students try out bowls on our greens. The bowls club would like to thank the students for their attendance and would also like to thank the teachers for their good work and dedication to duty. The monthly triples were held at Mirboo North on November 14. The sponsor for the day was Stockdale and Leggo. The winning team comprised off John Henly, John Dush and Keith Cousins. This team achieved 65 shots. The runners-up team for the day was Alan Hanks team with John Cocking playing second and the inimitable precision bowler Jimmy Lye playing lead. Alan’s team made 62 points for the day, close but alas not close enough to take out the day. Keep laughing till next time, RG.

(L-R) Frank Seaton is Wonthaggi singles champion, with Brian Donohue runner-up.

Port Welshpool IT has been a quiet couple of weeks at the club because of Vic Open week. Unfortunately our green-keeper will be out of action indefinitely, meaning we have, even more so, needed the expert services of Alan Spooner to watch over our green in his absence. Our club is extremely thankful Alan has been able to help us out. Saturday Pennant resumed with the long trip to Corinella which unfortunately resulted in all three rinks going down by a total of 56-93. We sincerely thank Corinella for providing us with three substitute players. Next week we are at home against Inverloch. Mid Week Pennant resumes this week when we take on Foster at home. Last Wednesday we held our November 3 Bowl Monthly Triples. The weather gods put out a beautiful day which finally allowed us to get out on the green, not that we can complain about the magnificent rain we’ve had.

We had nine visiting teams, whom we thank them for supporting our club. Congratulations to the Meeniyan team of Dale Kelly, Ray Corry and Jeff Wilson who took out the day. Our next Monthly Triples is Wednesday, December 18. Port Welshpool and District Bowling Club is thrilled to have the Toora and District Community Bank Branch and Foster branch as our sponsor for our annual three-day tournament which is fast approaching next month on December 28-30. We hope this sponsorship is just the first step in a long partnership with our club. If you would like to enter a team into our next Monthly Triples or our annual tournament, call Margaret on 5185 1226 or Errol on 0417 133 271. Weekly training and visitors barefoot bowls is Fridays from 4.30pm, followed by barbecue and salad dinner. Visitors $5. Drinks at bar prices. Contact Errol for more information. Good bowling everyone. CONTINUED ON PAGE 43


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Winners of the Retire and Wealth Planners Pty Ltd triples event at Inverloch on Wednesday, Wednesday bowls winners at Wonthaggi were (L-R) Rob Aiken, George Pargeter and Terry November 20, with a score of 70 points, were (L-R) Andy Dennis, Robyn Dennis, John Biddulph. Murdica (Retire & Wealth Planners Pty Ltd) and Bob Aniletell.

South West Gippsland Mid Week WINNERS were Peter McWilliams (s), Luke Monkton, Gillian Harper and Reg Excell. Runners-up were Charlie Wright (s), Sean McWilliams, Graham Turner and Hayden Cave. One game winners were Laurie Bell (s), Pauline McWilliams, Rob Jeffreys and Robyn Coulson. Thursday midweek was played at Koo Wee Rup with 24 bowlers. Sadly the dire weather forecast saw many cancellations and the weather did not disappoint us, as we played the first 12 ends in hot and windy conditions. After lunch it was voted to play eights ends, again in hot conditions. As usual there was the happy banter but we were all so glad to partake of cold refreshments after the game. Thank you to the dedicated souls who came out to support mid week in such hot conditions. Next Thursday we will be playing at Lang Lang, 10am at the venue for a 10.30 am start. Cut off point 10.15am. BYO lunch. To register or to cancel your name from the sheet, contact Peter McWilliams on 5678 597 or to play please ring the night before as it helps the organisers know who is coming. Everyone welcome.

Wonthaggi THIS week we had the final of the men’s and ladies’ singles club championship. The two matches were played in near perfect conditions on Sunday morning in front of a large group of interested club members. The men’s final was played between Frank Seaton and Brian Donohue. The match is the first to 25 shots, which can produce lots of twists and turns during the match. This was no different with Frank claiming victory 25-15, which was by no means an easy win with both bowlers using the greens with great skill and temperament. The ladies was played on the next rink with the scoreboards in place with the bowlers names printed. The winner of the ladies match was Heather Blanch, who had an epic battle with her twin sister, Dawn Jensen, 25-23. Well done to all. It was great display of bowls under pressure. Wednesday had a good number of 30 bowlers do battle in mild weather. The winning team was

Rob Aiken, George Pargeter and Terry Biddulph, who got home from the team of Roy Smith, Ray Hin and Wally Leijen. The same could not be said of the weather on Thursday with 22 crazy people out on the greens. The only two game winners were Frank Tagell, Heather Blanch, Pam Wintrup and skip Helen Brosnan. Saturday Pennant got under way this week with the divisions 1, 3 and 4 teams winning. Two very good wins at home against Phillip Island by divisions 1 and 3, and a good win by division 4 at Meeniyan. That leads us to division 2 which went to Phillip Island. An invitation to all bowlers past and present from Trevor and everybody at the club to call in have look at all the work that has been done. Call in and have a look at the pennant matches and enjoy a cold drink or share a cuppa. A final reminder to book your place for the Christmas party which is on Friday, December 6. Lots of names already on the sheet. Winners of the mufti social fours bowling event at Inverloch on Thursday, November 21 Barefoot bowls is going very well with good were Robbie Howard, Martin Hannaford (skip), Jeff Curwood and Peter Dalmau. numbers of bowlers and club members to lend a hand where they can. A reminder about coaching on Friday mornings. A good time to have Fred and Rob see how you are bowling as it is easy to get into bad habits. Have a good week and good bowling.

Yarram LAST Saturday November 23, Pennant resumed after the annual break for the Victorian Open Titles. Yarram’s Division One travelled to Sale to finish the day three rinks and 24 shots down. Division Two travelled to Rosedale and in a game of mixed fortunes Neil Gore’s rink of Rudy Kerkvliet, Doug Humphry and Graeme Dixon finished even on 24 shots each. The final result saw Yarram lose overall by 25 shots to slip out of the four and now placed sixth on the ladder. Pennant teams for Saturday November 30 will be available in men’s locker room from today. Both division will be playing at Yarram. Men’s Singles Championship semi-finals are to be played on Sunday December 1. Yarram’s defending champion Jeff Amos will play another highly accredited bowler in Bryan Reid. Our other semi-final will be between Laurie Port Welshpool Bowls Club Monthly Triples winners were (L-R) Dale Kelly, Ray Corry and Rippon who will play Hamish Clark. Jeff Wilson from the Meeniyan Bowling Club.

SPORT | GOLF Peter Liddle 72, Vin Tuddenham 72, C Gourlay. Raffle won by the ‘JB Syndicate’, great to see Richard Johnson 72, John Richardson 73, Norm THURSDAY, Stableford 18 Hole. Sixteen playBurns 73, Jim McEachen 73, Glenn Hewlett you have a win. ers. DSR. 71 Next week we will play the November Month73, Gabor Hain 73and Beau Van Agtmaal 73. A Grade, Albert Borg 33. ly Medal, I look forward to seeing you all there NTP’s: 8th Vin Tuddenham. Woorayl Men’s competing for the pewter cup which will be filled Ball Sweep Chris Wilkinson 32, Glenn Hewl- THE 4 Ball Pairs Aggregate was played in wonwith you drink of choice by a member if asked. ett 32 and John McDonald 32. derful Spring conditions although the greens had Good luck and enjoy our course and the comStableford nine hole. Fifteen players. DSR. been cored and sanded, the scores were very pany you play with. 34.5. good. A Grade, Ray Hender 19. The golf course in general is in great condition Woorayl Ladies Ball Sweep: Kevin Bayley 18 , Jim thanks to all of the voluntary staff under our curaA FINE warm 27 degrees greeted Woorayl laMcEachern 17 and Vin Tuddenham 17. tor Greg’s guidance - thank you to all offering up dies on Wednesday. Saturday, Stroke Club Championships. Eighty your time. Pauline and Lance Lancaster sponsored the seven players. DSR. 72. Runners upon count back with a combined Stableford Aggregate and with 16 ladies playing A Grade, Jason Satori 71; B Grade Rodney 72pts were B and T Hogan, winners with a better with pretty good scores it looks like finally we Gundrill 69; C Grade Joseph Harvey 68. back nine - G Calder and C Hall. Well done to may have a bit of summer run. NTP’s: 2nd Daniel Crellin, 4th Ian Baker, 8th both pairs combing well. Our winners were Sharyn Rayson 35 and Jonathon Wade, 13th Chris Gral and 17th Daniel Balls down the line with 70pts A Clemann and Heather Sullivan 31 with a combined score of Van Agtmaal. C Graeme, 68pts R Beilby and B Collier and G 66 points. Ball Sweep: Phillip Dynes 68, Brian Skinner Forreser and J Lloyd, good scores gents well done Runners up were Linda Forrester 31 and Kath 69, Ian McDonald 70, Ray Hender 70, Bill How- all. Davis also 31 with 62 points. Nearest the pins on the 8th B Hogan and 17th DLB went to Anne Grist and Lois Young with ard 72, Gary Youltan 72, Peter Magnussen 72,

Wonthaggi Men’s

60. Also Elsie McBride and Alice Campbell also with 60. NTP 8th Alice Campbell, 11th Elly Berryman and 17th Pauline Lancaster. Next week is a stableford.

Yarram Ladies FOURTEEN ladies played a stroke round and Monthly Medal on Tuesday November 19, in pleasant conditions. Winner of Div 1 Kaye Irwin 72 nett, Winner of Div 2 and the Monthly Medal, with a great score, one of our newer golfers, Anne Marie Scarrat, 67 nett. Div 1 scratch Sandra Denovan 93, Div 2 scratch Anne Marie Scarrat 102 on count back. Least number of putts Kaye Irwin 29 on c/b. Nearest the pin on seven was Anne King Church, and 15 Frankie MacLennan. Down the line balls to Anne Kingchurch 74 nett and Sandra Denovan 77 nett. Next week’s event is a Stroke and the last Monthly Medal for the year.


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FOSTER CHAMPIONS: C Grade’s Shane Corrie, Open Korumburra C Grade winners Malcolm Garnham, Steve Woorayl ladies winner (l to r) winners Kath Davis and Heather Sullivan, with runners up Sharyn Rayson and Linda Bromby and Rod Spokes. winner Chris Buckland and B Grade Neville Thompson. Forrester.

Foster THE big highlight last week was the score of 29 pts by Martyn Saunders, off his 21 handicap to win the Friday chook run. Martyn had a par round of 36 off the stick on holes one to nine. A score of 29 pts is unprecedented and unlikely to ever be repeated – one would certainly say it is well beyond having a hole in one. Martyn was quick to point out that he also had two lip-outs – but he did sink two 20 footers. Tuesday, November 19 Robin Smith (22) returned from a period in the wilderness to win with 38 pts. DTL were Dave Hutchinson (15) and Gary Buckland (22) both on 37. NTP’s were Peter Dight and Tony Vanin. Thursday November 21 Tony Vanin (7) won with 37 pts. DTL was Norm Cooper (14) 34. The NTP’s both went to Dereck Summers. Friday November 22 Martyn Saunders (21) won with 29 pts. DTL were Ian Griffiths (26) 17, and Bill Fuller (28) and Brod Courtney (21) both on 16. NTP was Lloyd McKenzie. Saturday November 23, Two Ball Ambrose Chris and Nick Buckland won with 68-5¼-62 ¾. DTL were Kevin Flett/ John Stone 66 ¾, and Lloyd McKenzie/ Ray Prain and Chris Riddell/ Trevor Jones both on 67 ¼. NTP’s were Robin Smith, Dereck Summers, Chris Buckland, Tony Vanin and Shane Corrie. The encouragement award went to Robin Smith and Clark Gray with 72 ½. Sunday November 25 Mixed Foursomes Championship – Ray and Judy Prain Trophies The new champions are Barb Warren and Chris Buckland who had a fine 79 off the stick. The handicap event was won by Norm Cooper and Anne Heywood with 70 ½ net. DTL were Barb Warren and Chris Buckland 71 ½ and Bruce and Rae Knee with 73. The NTP’s were Rae Knee, Chris Buckland and Graeme Watkins.

Korumburra Men’s THE final round of the Club Championship was played on Saturday in very nice conditions, considering all the rain over the last month. The greens were fast, and the fairways had a little more roll, which pleased all those who played. Congratulations to the winners of the 2019 Club Championships. Fifty four holes.

Scratch: A Grade Steve Bromby 220. B Grade Malcolm Garnham 252. C Grade Rod Spokes 264. Handicap: A Grade Shayne Harland 212. B Grade Malcolm Garnham 216. C Grade Rod Spokes 216. Seniors Scratch: Donald Van Rooye 249. Seniors Handicap: Rod Spokes 216. Daily winners were A Grade: Shayne Harland (10) 68 Nett, B Grade: Don Hislop (27) 69 Nett.

Korumburra Ladies IT was a great day for golf last Wednesday with ideal weather, the surface firm underfoot and the mowers in full swing keeping the grass down. Congratulations to Merrissa Cosson (18) and Julie Brannaghan (21) who won the both the Scratch (85) and Handicap (66 nett) sections in the RB Richie Beecroft Memorial 4Ball Stroke event. The daily event was also won by Merrissa and Julie and close behind were Pam Eyers (35) and Jenny Blackmore (25), 67 nett. NTP’s were Johanna Van den Heiligenberg, 1st, Lynette McIvor, 10th and Jan Hewitt, 13th. BDTL went to Heather Grist/Judy Webb, 69 nett and Johanna Van den Heiligenberg/Corrie George, 70 nett. Next week, the tournament begins with the stableford event on Wednesday, the Shirley Johnson Memorial 4Ball on Friday and Mixed Canadian Foursomes on Sunday. Saturday’s winner was Marg Clasby (22), 31 pts and Judy Webb (19) was runner-up, 28 pts. Lynette McIvor was NTP on the 1st and Marg was closest on the 13th. Nearly forty people played on Thursday evening in the Twilight competition. Deb Wrigley/ Tim O’Neill won, 24 pts and Julie Hillberg/David Sorrell were runners-up, 22 pts after a c/b with Merrissa/Peter Cosson. NTP’s on the 1st were Merrissa and Doug Grewcock. The Carinya/Golf Club Fund-raising day was an enjoyable day, with perfect weather for the golfers. Much gratitude was extended to all the local businesses who were so generous in their sponsorship and the community is encouraged to continue to buy locally to support the amazing eateries, food suppliers and other businesses that we are fortunate to have on our doorstep. Thanks to John Payne who managed the day so well, the volunteers from Carinya, the Fishing Club, the Golf Club and the golfers who all contributing to making the day successful. Brian Pope, Sherrin and John Solly and Heather Grist won the day’s Ambrose event and Kevin Dixon, Tim O’Neill, Kath Welsh and David New-

ton were runners-up. NTP on the 1st and 10th was finished 5.2 metres from the flag. Steve Rose and Tim O’Neill on the 13th. Lucky Next Wednesday is Presentation Day and the draw was Doug Grewcock, Straightest drive, Deb event will be a stableford competition on the Pink Wrigley and Longest Putt, Viv Enbom. The Ball course. Drop was won by Ryan McGuinnes and second There will be a shot gun start at 9am. closest was David Gow.

Leongatha Men’s IN` extremely hot and windy conditions on Thursday, with the greens having been cored, it was testing conditions for the small field that ventured out. Winton Knop handled the conditions best to win the overall with 39 points as well as the Nearest the Pin on the 16th hole. Mick Oliver also handled the conditions well to take out B Grade with 38 points and Peter Hobson was Nearest the Pin on the 14th hole. DTL Balls were awarded to Greg Ellt, Ken Smirk, Ted Bruinewoud, John McInnes, Peter Hobson, Antony Roberts, Arthur Nilsson and Norm Hughes. Scoring on Saturday was extremely good considering the cored greens and there were some excellent scores registered. Best of these was Bryan Roylance who won the Overall and C Grade with a great score of 43 points. A Grade was taken out by Ken Wardle with 36 points in a countback and Ron Martin had a great 42 points to win B Grade as well being NTP on the 14th hole. Fred de Bondt hit a great shot on the 16th to be Nearest the Pin there. DTL Balls were won by Thomas Simon, Trevor Moss, Chris Indian, David Barrack, Alan Briggs, Garry Friend, Bruce Christison, Peter Hobson, Ron Paice, Col Martin, Ross McRobert and John McLennan.

Leongatha Ladies THERE was no competition on Wednesday this week as the greens were being cored. Eleven women decided to test out the newly cored and heavily sanded greens on Saturday in a Stableford event. Evidently there was much to like about the conditions as some very good scores were returned. Maryanne Gartner (29) had the best score of the day, winning the event with 39 points. She was closely followed by Marilyn Williams (23) with 37 points and Wendy Parker (15) with 36 points. Marilyn and Wendy were awarded Down the Line balls as was Coral Gray (31) with 30 points on a count back from several others. The sharpest shooter on the 16th hole was Marg Griffiths who was nearest the pin. Her shot

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SATURDAY results. Day winner: T. Traill +6 (16). A Grade winner: M. Payne +4 (13). C Grade Winner: Rod Jenkins +5 (23). NTP: S. McInnes 2nd Shot on 1st , D. Jerram 4th, J. Kidd 6th, P. Draper 13th and T. Traill 16th. DTL: P. Draper +4 (10), J. Taylor +3 (25), S. McInnes +3 (4), N Bracecamp +2 (20), P. Whittaker +2 (24) cb. Birdies P. Draper 4th and R. Pentland 16th.

Welshpool TUESDAY’S nine hole stableford pub points event winner was Steve Stewart with 17 points from BDL Paul Delaney 16. No NTP recorded Pub points were Welshpool 13.6, Toora 11.3, Pier Port 11.5 and Port Albert 5. On Wednesday the ladies played an eclectic event where Peta Barlow came in the clear winner with 46. Ball down the line to Jeanette Swann 50 on count back from Sharelle Roberts. There were no NTP’s. The Fridays nine hole chicken run was won by Nancye Duursma with 18 points from BDL’s Greg Wilkinson 16 and Pappy Pope 15 on countback from Russell Barwick. NTP eight Russell Barwick. Other scores were- Graeme Brennan, Brian MacPherson and David Lucas all 14. On Saturday the men played a mulligans event where Russell Barwick came in with a winning score of 68 from BDL’s to Pappy Pope 69 and Michael Roberts 70. NTP six went to Ray Carlson. Other scores- Ray 73, Nino Ditta 75, Harry Barlow 74 and Tom Welsh 77. On Sunday the nine hole event was sponsored by the Toora Standard Hotel where Harry Barlow had a very good day scoring 21 points to win the voucher from Alan Hayes 20 points. NTP six to Greg Wilkinson. Other score were- Graeme Brennan 18, Jeanette Swann 16, Pappy Pope, Greg Wilkinson 15, and Russell Barwick 14. Get your entries in now for the Pat Carroll Memorial Plate day on December 8 and the Martha Reville Plate day on December 6 for the ladies.

Merrissa Cosson and Julie Brannaghan were the scratch Heather Grist got the better of Jenny Blackmore as the pair Brian Pope, Heather Grist and Sherrin and John Solly were score and handicap winners of the Richie Beecroft Memorial battled in the South Gippsland Joyce Berry Memorial 4Ball the winners of the joint Carinya/Korumburra Golf Club fundraising event. They are pictured with John Payne. event at Korumburra. Par B Grade Scratch event at Meeniyan.


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Devon on top DEVON hosted Rovers in their Traral- the score to 1 for 85 before the game was finished gon & District Cricket Association round , Taylor made 40 not out and Ben 10 not out. Final scores Devon 1/85 defeated Rovers all five match on the weekend. out for 76. Rovers won the toss and elected to bat but were soon in early trouble with Jack Gay and Ben East making early inroads to the Rovers top order. After 11 overs the score was 4/13. Chawla came in at number five and with resistance from the lower order pushed the score to 76 before the final wicket fell in the 21st over with Chula remaining on 45 not out. For Devon, Jack Gay finished with the fine figures of eight overs, three maidens and 3/14 whilst David Coulthard cleaned up the tail with 3/6. Single wickets went to Ben East, Chris Coulthard and Tanner Chisholm. The Devon innings began brightly with openers Taylor Reid and Jack Gay taking the score to 67 after 17 overs before Jack was dismissed for a well made 26 and then Taylor and Ben East took

Devon is back at the oval next week on November 30, taking on Toongabbie.

Ladder Devon ..........................4 Ex Students.................5 Toongabbie .................5 Gormandal .................4 Imperials ......................4 Rovers ..........................4 Glengarry .....................4

1 14 3.1075 0 14 1.0709 0 12 0.7771 1 8 0.9178 1 6 0.6332 1 4 1.0045 1 2 0.5633

BLOCKED: Devon’s Jack Gay holds his ground during their match against Rovers on Saturday. Gay made 26 runs and took three wickets in his team’s win.

Aussie bass stockings get underway in Gippsland RECREATIONAL fishers in Gippsland are smiling from ear to ear thanks to the stocking of over 130,000 Australian bass into 11 lakes and rivers yesterday to further improve freshwater fishing opportunities in the years ahead. Victorian Fisheries Authority CEO, Travis Dowling, said Australian bass are a highly regarded sportfish, native to Gippsland and Australia’s east coast, and have thrived since the annual stocking program for the species was ramped up. “The state-wide stocking program is funded by fishing licence fees and the State Government’s $35 million ‘Target One Million’ plan to get more people fishing, more often, in more places,” Mr Dowling said. Yesterday’s bass were released into these waters, with more fingerlings to be stocked soon. • Mitchell River – 39,000 • Lake Glenmaggie– 25,000 • Blue Rock Lake – 45,000 • Avon River – 5,000 • Valencia Creek – 1,000 • Rainbow Creek – 1,000 • Thomson River – 5,000 • Cowwarr Weir – 2,000 • Tyers River – 2,000 • Traralgon Creek – 1,000 In addition, the Macalister River received 5,000 bass downstream of Lake Glenmaggie and SWIM SAFE: With the weather heating up and the Wellington Shire outdoor pools open- 2,000 above.

BASS RELEASE: 130,000 Australian bass have recently been released into Gippsland rivers and lakes. Reports from local fishers confirm that bass stocked previously into the above listed waters have survived and grown well and are providing exciting fishing for beginners and keen fishers on lure, bait and fly. Several of the stocked fisheries are now considered good enough to host competitions, like those in New South Wales and Queensland, which have been the envy of Victorian lure-casters for years. Mr Dowling said Victorian fishers no longer have to travel interstate to bag a bass now that we have productive fisheries at destinations like Glenmaggie and Blue Rock. The VFA will shortly begin stocking estuary perch fingerlings too, a close relative of Australian bass.

ing last week, lifeguards Georgie Banik, Emma Gash and supervisor Chelsea Petterson are gearing up for a busy season ahead.

Olsen, Jayne Handley (fill-in), Katrina Olsen Hao Yarram Ladies badminton Results from last week’s ladies badminton saw Pham and Rachael Black 2/151 by 68 points. Liam’s Whites: Liam Bentley, Glenn Reilly, Pine and Oak claim the points. Pine A Barlow, M Ford, L Vening and N Twite Dan Macey, Tate Chishoms (fill-in), Mel Pidding101 def Palm J Handley, C Petterson, A Hunter ton, Sharon Finlay, Mia Ireland and Renee Reilly and S Singla 74. Oak J Etherington, J Denehy, B 9/207 def Matt’s Reds: Matt Smith, Belinda will benefit those early morning lap swimmers by Simon and L Egan 117 def Elm C Leggett, J. Zap- Mackrell, Ken Leggett, Luke Hunter, Carolyn keeping the pool a few degrees warmer than in pelli (fill-in), K Olsen and N Barker 91. Three set Leggett, Helena Palmer, Kelly Wilson and Mandy previous years. Hammilton 5/198 by 9 points. winners were J Denehy, B. Simon and N Twite. The pool is open each weekday morning for John’s Blacks had the bye. Yarram senior badminton lap swimmers from 6am till 8am regardless of Three set winners: Liam Bentley, Renee ReilLIAM’S Whites have extended their lead at the ly, Bianca Simon, Nicole Twite, Jodie Zappelli, temperature. top of the Yarram Senior Badminton ladder with a Adrian Hunter and Anna Hunter. nine-point win over Matt’s Reds. Matt’s Reds have the bye next week. Results from round 16: Ladder Leigh’s blues: Leigh Bland, Josh Bentley, Liam’s Whites .......................................51 Jodie Zappelli (fill-in), Adrian Hunter, Linda de Matt’s Reds ............................................33 AIKIDO - David Cooper, Bill Bodman, Linda Win, Bianca Simon(fill-in), Anna Hunter and NiJohn’s Blacks .........................................32 Razinger and Les Ford 6/37 def Judo - Tristan cole Twite 10/219 def Alastair’s Green: John de Leigh’s Blues .........................................31 Bloor, Kath Hands, Peter Newham and Cheryl Win(fill-in), Hamish Clark, Matthew Conn, Nate Pritchard, 0/8. Laido-Hamish Clark (fill-in), Fiona Mallett, ADVERTISEMENT Danielle Danuser and Sam Fink 4/32 def Sumo - Neil Jeremiah, Joe Razinger (fill-in), Marg Ford and Robyn Knight 2/25. Karate - Mark McInnes (fill-in), Jenny Foat, Glen Fink and Michelle Newham (fill-in) 5/43 def Federal Member for Gippsland Salut - Gert Schepers, David Smith (fill-in), Angie Hamilton and Gwenda Young (fill-in) 1/21. Kung Fu and Kendo had the bye.

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Yarram Tuesday tennis ROUND 11 of Yarram Tuesday tennis saw Azalea and Magnolia get the points. Results: Azalea - Alison M (fill-in), Bev Wort and Betty J (fill-in) 2/16 def Wattle - Jenny F, Gabi Yong and Gwenda Y (fill-in) 1/13. Magnolia - Jayne H, Sally T and Janette J 3/24 def Banksia - Sue B, Jodie Z (fill-in) and Valda H 0/5. Thank you to all of our fill in ladies. Finals will start on December 3 with 1 v 4 and 2 v 3. The winning teams from both matches will play off in the grand final on December 10. Please put your name down for our luncheon and also to play next year.

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Barracudas win the volleyball flag SOUTH Gippsland Volleyball’s junior grand final saw the Barracudas snatch victory from the Storm in a narrow win with only two points the difference. The top three teams - Barracudas, Storm and Sassy Salmons were evenly matched as shown by the close games leading into the final. Most disciplined player was awarded to Troy while Ziggy was presented with the President’s Award. Awards were presented by newly appointed president, Paul Chalmers. This season, the junior volleyball program continued to build on a strong first half of the year. The Spikezone program offers a specialised program for the young, including softer balls and modified game play so all can enjoy making improvements each week. For more experienced players, training focused on skill development and game-play under the guidance of coaches Nic Ryan, Tania Ryan,

Mandy Fletcher and Liselott Webster. Nic recently returned from the Australian Junior Volleyball Championships where the team he coached took out the Gold medal, a result that demonstrates the opportunities in the sport to junior players. The addition of junior coaches, Annika Webster, Natasha Hibma, Alexandra Scott enables new skill development for younger players ready to take on more responsibility. Alexandra recently returned with a silver medal from the Australian Junior Volleyball Champions and was able to share this experience with younger players. As the players develop their skills, they have the opportunity to compete in local game-play, Gippsland Sport Academy, State League and national competitions. For more information, follow the South Gippsland Volleyball Facebook page, email WINNING TIME: South Gippsland Volleyball award winners and Barracudas, grand final southgippsland@outlook.com or contact Tom winners, (L-R) Mandy Fletcher (coach), Troy (most disciplined player), Erik, Liselott WebSaario on 03 5658 1043 (business hours). ster (coach), Tania Ryan (coach), Lily, Ziggy (President’s Award), Natasha and Andrea.

Grand final and presentations conclude Meeniyan volleyball Bright for his fine work setting up the stadium and being our stadium representative and Black Adders’ Darren Lavarda for his organising skills with the draw and score sheets. John also thanked Ron Wilmann for refereeing It was a classic grand final of the highest between Blues’ Jess Bright and ‘We’ve Got This’ most junior votes. the whole finals series and presented him with a quality. Away on school camp- Anton’s trophy was ac- little gift for his troubles. Kerry Tudor with five votes each. The Meanies won the first set 25-21, the secEkarla however was awarded the Most Im- cepted by his father who said. Overall a great season was had by all and we ond set was won by Sharks 17-25 and Meanies proved Player. Acting president John Pouw awarded the best are hoping to have at least six teams won the third set 25-21 Best first year player went to the Blues’ Tom club person to two recipients, the Blues’ Shane The Sharks were desperate to take the match into a fifth set decider. Good setting from the smaller players on both teams enabled the taller players to trade blows at the net and the Sharks held on to win a tight fourth set 28-26. In the fifth set, Purple Meanies gained an early lead and ended up winning the decider 15-11 to take out the premiership cup. The Sharks were the top team for the majority of the season and the Purple Meanies did extremely well to take the match to five sets and win the grand final from third position on the ladder. The vote count and presentation of awards was held in the Meeniyan Hotel following the grand final. The winner of the men’s Most Valuable Player was Sharks’ Shane Pouw. Shane won with 21 votes to take home his third consecutive MVP and only narrowly missed the prize in 2016 by a single vote. The runner-up was the Black Adders’ Darren Lavarda with 19 votes, and third was Purple Shane Pouw and Jessica Sanders took out the PURPLE PREMIERS: (L-R) George Giliam, Sarah Thomas, Tyrone Zukovkis, Penny Meanies’ Tyrone Zukovskis with 18 votes. Jessica Sanders from Black Adders was again Giroud. THE Meeniyan and District Volleyball Tom’s skills from Round One to the final round Association grand final was held last winner of the women’s Most Valuable Player with were poles apart. Tuesday, with Purple Meanies defeating 12 votes. Best junior trophy was won again by the Black Ekarla Moore from Orange Roughies was The Sharks 3-2. runner-up with six votes and third place was a tie Adders young gun Anton Shields, polling the

MVP awards at the presentations.

INVERLOCH KONGWAK FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB

2020 SENIOR NETBALL SELECTIONS

Wildcats win association award

THE Korumburra Basketball Association has been named the 2018/19 Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL) Small Association of the Year, at the recent Location: Inverloch Primary School VJBL delegates meeting at the Bayview St, Inverloch – enter via Murray St State Basketball Centre.

Trial session dates and times: 1. Tues Dec 3 4. Tues Dec 10 2. Thurs Dec 5 5. Thurs Dec 12 3. Sat Dec 7 For all Sessions Warm-up: 5.45-6pm Trial: 6.00-8.00pm (Tue & Thurs) Trial: 9.00 – 11.00am (Saturday) Please wear black or navy shorts and white t-shirts Trials for the IKFNC are open to players interested in playing A, B, C Grade or u17's Existing and new players to the Club are welcome and encouraged to attend Eligible junior players are welcome to trial for senior teams (to be eligible you must be 14 as at 31st December 2020) All players are required to attend at least 3 of the 5 sessions Players are encouraged to pre-register by emailing iknetball@hotmail.com to obtain registration form

Munday, Mike Munday and Michael Bright won the premiership for Purple Meanies.

It was a pleasant surprise for the Korumburra Association, who only learned they were in the running for the accolade a few days before the award was presented to them. “We are blown away,” states association president Mat Holmes said. “The award has really come out of left field, but it’s a huge honor and we are really grateful to be recognised in this way.” The Victorian Junior Basketball League incorporates competitions conducted state-wide and provides the highest level of junior competition in Victoria. The VJBL boasts over 1200 teams from 54 associations across Victoria and schedules over 14,500 games across 78 venues each season. The Korumburra Basketball Association has worked hard over many years to provide competitive teams within the league, against much larger and stronger metropolitan associations. “I’m not sure if people understand the commitment and hard work that goes into

running such a program, but we have a great coordinator in Scott McKenzie who leads the charge, and a fabulous committee, as well as the support of the wider local basketball community,” Mat said. During the presentation, Korumburra Basketball was recognised for their continued and consistent on court success, having five out of seven teams compete in finals, the U12s boys taking out the premiership and the U14s girls finishing runners-up and for the first time ever having a team (U18s boys) compete at the highest possible level in Championship Division. The Wildcats are continually receiving positive feedback on their incredible hospitality when hosting home games. “It was a real pat on the back, when several delegates mentioned the good old country hospitality we provide. We always get lots of compliments about the presentation of our courts, the fact that we announce all of the players before each game, and provide a supper for all visiting teams every week. The kids love it, and it’s something that gives us a point of difference,” Mat said. “We really pride ourselves on not only being able to compete against larger clubs, but also providing a platform and Korumburra Wildcats VJBL co-ordinator Scott McKenzie opportunity for kids right throughout the (right) receiving the award for VJBL Small Association of South Gippsland region to play at this the Year from VJBL Chairperson Mr Ian Leckie. higher level.”


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Stony Creek launches season MEMBERS and friends of Stony Creek Racing Club joined in the celebrations at the launch of the 2019-2020 summer season of racing on Friday night. Club president Michael Darmanin said that it was a fantastic season launch with around 80 guests attending the cocktail evening with regular Stony Creek bookmaker, Michael Harrak as guest speaker. “Michael has been coming to Stony Creek for 25 years so it was great to hear his stories and experiences over the years,” he said. “As Michael spoke, it was clear just how much he loves country racing and coming to Stony Creek with the holiday-makers and locals making for a fun and friendly race day atmosphere. “It was great to have many of our sponsors and members able to join us on Friday night and celebrate the beginning of another season.” A popular tradition of the season launch, the Phantom Race was held again with 10 horses takFASCINATING STORY: (L-R) bookmaker and guest speaker Michael Harrack, and Stony ing the track. Creek Racing Club’s Tania and Michael Darmanin at the club’s season launch last Friday. Tarwin Lower’s Jenny O’Sullivan took home

the crayfish prize with more than $450 raised going to actor Samuel Johnson’s Love Your Sister cancer charity. “The first day of the summer season is coming up on December 28 with families and kids able to enjoy all the trackside entertainment while the racing gets underway as part of Kids Day at Stony Creek. “We really appreciate the continued support by our members and sponsors and look forward to welcoming them back to Stony Creek for our next season of racing,” Mr Darmanin said. Stony Creek continues to welcome new members with a variety of membership options making it even easier to enjoy a day out at Stony Creek. Membership options include full, senior and corporate membership packages. This year the club is offering a lower priced Triple Treat Membership, which will provide admittance to three of the five race days, including the Cup. To become a member, or if you would like more information, please contact Sarah Wolf at the club on 5664 0099.

Woolamai races off and running The success of the day can only mean good

Daniel Renfrey things for the club going forward. such an impressive day starting the seaBIG crowds and thrilling races were son,With the tone has been set for the meets which will aplenty at the Woolamai Racing Club on follow. Saturday, as it kicked off its season in “It was terrific,” Adam said. “It was fantastic to get a lot of people down to style with a picnic race meet. Families and friends young and old all enjoyed the day of racing and entertainment at the club, which included music, food and even a clown creating balloon animals for kids. “Everything went well. The hospitality was great, the weather was great, and everyone was just in good spirits,” club secretary Adam Olszanski said. “It was brilliant to see a good range of people come down and have a good time.” A crowd of 2000 witnessed a total of six races throughout the day. “It probably exceeded our expectations really,” Adam said. “We had 500 more through the gates than the last couple years and it was our best attendance in November in over 10 years, so it was great.”

kick off the season and I t might be an indicator that we’re in for a really big season.” The standout races of the day were the first, which provided a ripper finish, with the judge scrambling for the magnifying glass to separate the place getters in a tight photo, Joanne Geddes and horse Be Miss Luchy the winner, and race two, which saw Di Clover achieve her 100th winner in her training career to date. CLOSE RACE HOME: While ‘Be Miss Luchy’, ridden by Joanne Geddes, led the pack Final results were: Race one winner – ‘Be toward the finish line, Tim Grace and ‘Outrigger’ came back to make the end of the first race Miss Luchy,’ jockey Joanne Geddes. Race two a photo finish, with Be Miss Luchy winning. winner – ‘Mississippi Grace,’ jockey Leigh Taylor. Race three winner – ‘Jocks,’ jockey Shaun Cooper. Race four winner – ‘Riohsei,’ jockey Tim Grace. Race five winner – ‘Bay of Faith,’ jockey Tim Grace. Race six winner – ‘Family Witness,’ jockey Leigh Taylor. The club’s next race meet is on Saturday, January 4.

The club was filled to the brim on Saturday, with crowds pouring in for the opening meet of the season. LEFT: (L-R) Jan McQueen, Sue Munro, Di Knox and Gabby Forsyth of Phillip Island enjoyed their time in the ‘Birdcage’ at Woolamai.

Adam’s onboard Daniel Renfrey WITH 20 years of affiliation with the Woolamai Racing Club under his belt, Adam Olszanski has taken the reigns as secretary for the 2019/20 season. The 36-year-old race caller has been the main caller at Woolamai for over a decade but took up the secretary opportunity just a few months ago after long-time Bev Carmichael stepped away from the role. “I’ve been a race caller here and at a professional level for 20 years but I’m sort of dipping my toe into the administration side of horse racing now,” Adam said. “I’m looking forward to helping out the club as much as I can.” In terms of what his goals as secretary of the club are, the passionate racegoer is making sure not to reverse any of the good which has been done over the last 18 years under Bev. “Bev did a terrific job and I don’t want to go backwards or change too much,” he said. “We still do want to increase attendances and

sponsors and touch up a few spots. We’ve also opened up the marquee area to increase capacity, so hopefully that helps.” The attendances seem to be growing as well, with the club’s first race meet of the season bringing in a big crowd on Saturday. Around 2,000 people came through the gate and enjoyed a day of races and entertainment at Adam’s first race meet ass secretary. “It was pretty hectic for me, so to get the first meeting out of the way and for it to be a big success was great,” he said. “The club was one of the first to give me an opportunity as a race caller and I always want to come back here each year so hopefully we can continue to grow.” With Adam passionate and experienced in not just racing, but the Woolamai Racing Club itself, the club is in secure hands going forward.

NEW ROLE: Adam Olszanski has been involved with the Woolamai Racing Club for around 20 years but has this season taken on the secretary role and is eager to grow the club’s success.


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Phillip Island icons recognised Club president Mr Chris Ross was the first to THESE days, its coaches and leaders like Sean O’Brien and Diddy Cuthbert- congratulate both coaches. are very proud as a club and community son who give faith back to parents, teens that“We two of our great coaches have been recognand footy clubs that young people are ised for their coaching qualities,” he said. still our greatest asset. “As a club we work hard to recognise and reIn a time when kids are dropping off organised sports in droves between the ages of 15-18, Phillip Island football club is having no problem. The club is experiencing growth but is also providing a wonderful place to play sport, be respected, welcomed, included and celebrated. Much of this should be credited to the club’s ability to appoint good people to their teaching and coaching roles and strong leadership from the top. Both Sean and Anne Marie, affectionately known by the moniker ‘Diddy’, are not only coaches but respectful club and community people with high integrity, values and an innate ability to get more out of players than many coaches can, mainly due to giving everyone in their team a chance to shine and learn. For a single club to be recognised in the youth and female coaching space is a credit to the Phillip Island Football Club and to both coaches. CREAM OF THE CROP: (L-R) Anne-Marie ‘Diddy’ Cuthbertson, president Chris Ross Sean is recognised as AFL Gippsland’s 2019 and Sean O’Brien of the Phillip Island Football Club were rewarded for their efforts in ‘youth’ coach of the year and Diddy as the regions 2019 best ‘female’ coach. coaching the youth and females in footy.

cruit and this is also recognition that as a club we are on the right track.” Both coaches were successful premiership coaches in 2019 but the ultimate prize was far from the reason for their recognition. “Both coaches are loved by their players which is part of the reason I believe they are successful, its not the premierships its making sure the kids turn up to the next session or game and making learning fun and being spoken to the way kids today need to be communicated with,” Chris said. “These are modern coaches and the right type of appointments, an area many clubs get wrong” Football Development Manager Michael Roberts said. “These are the coaching attributes and characteristics needed to ensure kids stay engaged, challenged and interested in sport.” Both coaches will continue at the club for 2020 and AFL Gippsland wishes them great success on their coaching journeys with as many quality people to be produced through their leadership as quality footballers.

Gatha athletes out in force A RECORD 39 Leongatha little athletes competed in the Gippsland Centre Region Relay Championships on Saturday at the Joe Carmody athletics track at Newborough. Leongatha entered nine teams, plus seven athletes ran in Gippsland Centre Region teams. In perfect weather conditions, all athletes performed to the best of their ability in every event. Their sportsmanship and comradeship was commendable, both for the club, and themselves. All teams achieved amazing results. Team progressions to the State Relay Championships at Casey Fields on Saturday, December 14 will be announced in the coming week. U9s mixed: Beau Glenn, Khloe Falls, Zac Fowles, Raidyn Harrison 4x200m third, 4x100m third. U10s girls: Lacy Fennell, Imogen Cruickshank, Charlotte Evans, Rachel Denbrok, Lacy McNaughton 4x200m fourth, 4x100m fourth, 800m medley second. U10s boys: Quinn Brady, Lincoln Falls, Liam Egan 4x200m sixth, 4x100m 4th, 800m Medley fourth.

U11s girls: Mia Yates, Ella White, Georgia Hutchinson, Anna Hutchinson 4x200m second, 4x100m third, 800m medley third. U11s boys A: Jacob Bolge, Lachlan Cann, Tej Gaddam, Patrick Frayne, Zavier Bertacco 4x200m first , 4x100m first, 800m medley first. U11s boys B: Patrick Frayne, Zavier Bertacco, Sam Kreutzberger, Cohen Harrison, Zeb Anderson 4x200m third, 4x100m eighth, 800m medley seventh. U12s boys A: Jasper Shone, Jack McNaughton, Billy Horskins, Max Fowles, Daniel Taylor 4x200m second, 4x100m third, 800m medley second. U12s boys B: Billy Horskins, Daniel Taylor, Fraser Shaw, Zane Brady, Will Campbell 4x200m- fourth, 4x100m fourth, 800m medley fourth. U14s girls: Sienna Cruickshank, Paige Barry, Mia Burt, Maddi Campbell 4x200m third, 4x100m second, 800m medley third. GCR team member results: Beau Glenn: 4x200m sixth. Khloe Falls: 4x100m fifth. Zac Fowles: 4x100m second. Raidyn Harrison: 4x100m second. Imogen Cruickshank: mixed 4x100m eighth. Charlotte Evans: mixed 4x100m eighth. Ruth Bates: 4x100m fourth, mixed 4x100m sixth, mixed 4x200m fourth.

READY TO GO: Now that they have a senior coach, the Bass Coast Breakers are ready to attack season 2020 with everything they’ve got.

Bianca’s a Breaker “My pre-season plan involves lots of skills THE Bass Coast Breakers are excited to announce the appointment of Bianca work and game sense. We’re looking to start in late January and get a solid 12 weeks Hellmuth-Pask as head coach for the training in prior to the first match in late April.” 2020 season. As well as coaching the Breakers, Bianca is

Bianca comes with extensive knowledge of football having enjoyed a long and successful playing career with the St Kilda Sharks, West Heidelberg and Melbourne University. An experienced softball coach, Bianca will look to apply these skills at the Breakers. A Phillip Island resident, the Breakers are fortunate to have such an experienced female leader living locally who is keen to share her wealth of knowledge with the team. “I’m really looking forward to pre-season. I watched the girls play last year and was excited WINNING TEAM: U11s boys 4x100m team (L-R) Tej Gaddam, Jacob Bolge, Lachan by the improvement they showed throughout the season,” she said. Cann, Patrick Frayne.

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involved as an Auskick coach at Phillip Island. “We are really excited to welcome Bianca and her family into our club. Bianca has commenced the role and has come along to meet some of the girls at our Social Football Program,” Breakers president Ella Angarane said. If you would like to give Football a go, come along to GippyGirlsCan social football every Wednesday night until 11 December 11 at 6pm at Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve. New players welcome. For more information about social football or to stay up to date with pre-season training dates visit https://www.facebook.com/aflwbcoast/


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Harry has a day out AT just 13 years, Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL player Harry Hoekstra has shown major promise by carrying his bat for 118 not out against Kilcunda-Bass in C2. The promising cricketer stayed composed as he dealt with each bowler Killy Bass threw at him. Not only did Hary play carefully around the ground, picking up handy singles and doubles, but he also swung his way to an impressive 14 fours. His class was much needed for the Cougars, who finished the innings with 8/212 off of Harry’s well-controlled innings. Harry was over the moon with his total, perhaps even surprising himself with how composed and effective he was. The young gun has put his side in a strong position heading into this Saturday and will certainly be one to watch throughout the season.

HAPPY AS HARRY: Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL’s Harry Hoekstra played his way to a brilliant 118 not out against KilcundaBass on Saturday, an extremely impressive feat for a 13-year-old.

Goannas outplay RU for solid win 15 runs between them, to complete the innings in last week. THE Richmond Union Over-60 cricket excellent catch from a very high-skied ball. The score had mounted to 4/97 after the 30th The over-50 team have a home game next the 29th over. team arrived at the Mirboo North Crickover. The final Goannas score was 3/162, a fine win. Sunday at Catani, against the side from Upwey/ et Ground on Sunday to take on the Barrie Nunn was the next bowler, enticing the The Goannas will welcome back their over-70 Tecoma. Gippsland Goannas. hard-hitting batsman to miscue to the outfield, reps for the next game, which is against Geelong Ian Gibson is wicket keeping for the number

The ground was in excellent condition and the wicket was hard, a credit to the work of John Mercer, the MNCC groundsman. Some of the Goannas had travelled to India with a group of the RU players, and, as they were short, Kevin Lanigan and Peter Anton ‘volunteered’ to play with them. Winning the toss, the RU team decided to bat, and Ian Southall had a wicket through a nice catch by Murray Moore on the second ball. Three catches were missed or dropped in the first 10 overs, as Shane Way and Terry Martin took the score to 28. Murray Moore and Neil Meredith replaced the opening bowlers and the score advanced to 2/62 at the drinks break. Kelvin Bond entered the fray and had immediate success, with skipper and stand-in wicketkeeper Ken Bailey taking a good catch. Several more catches were missed as the score mounted, but Jim Armstrong, in his first game for the year, enticed a false shot, and Bailey took an

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where Southall took a running catch. Anton then came to the crease, and was Nunn’s second victim, bowled, trying to hit hard. Lanigan hit 12 from five balls before a mix up saw him well run out by a good throw from Bailey to Armstrong. The RU innings concluded at 7/160 after their 40 overs. Bailey and Nunn opened the batting as Anton opened the bowling. Nunn was run out in the third over, allowing Col Carmody to come to the crease. Lanigan came into the attack and had Bailey caught behind, for a well made 35. Moore was next in and Carmody was stumped, also for 35, in the 18th over. The Goannas reached drinks at 3/105, a healthy run rate. Neil Meredith came and went quickly, but scored 43 runs from the 29 balls he faced. Moore also retired, for 25, as the score mounted, allowing Gordon Hollonds and Southall, with

Leongatha won the toss and batted with Aaron Bardwell and Rohan Slade opening. They added 58 for the opening partnership until Rohan was caught for 17. Josh Schultz was caught for three and Joel Brann joined Aaron as they took the score to 105. Aaron was then bowled for 63 with 10 fours. Evan Allaway was LBW without scoring, Joel Brann caught for 14, Bill Manicaro bowled for eight and Jye Hull caught for five with the score at 7/140. The tail needed to make a few runs. Will Speed 24 and Ben McRae 13 not out added some valuable runs, Callum Buckland three not out and Ben added 13 for the ninth wicket. After 50 overs, Leongatha were 8/173, a competitive score but they needed to bowl and field well. Bairnsadale batted after the break with Joel Brann and Evan Allaway opening the bowling for Leongatha. They got off to a good start with a partnership of 73 until Tom Niven bowled Fearnly for 30. Hack was then caught by Tom Niven off Ben

one Victorian team in the over-70 national championships, currently underway in the Albury/ Wodonga area. Fred Debono and Graeme Freshwater are playing in one of the Vic teams in Division Two, while Phill Higgins is playing in a team in Division Three.

• LDCA C GRADE DIVISION ONE

Elford magic gives OMK lead A sensational spell from Danny Elford the Island, bowling brilliantly. Paul Dixon bowled a 4/27 spell for Burra for OMK, in which he took 6/16, overagainst Nerrena, holding them to a total of 129 in whelmed Inverloch, holding them to a the first day of their matchup. total of just 57. Dixon did most of his damage toward the

Harris was the major run-getter for the Stingrays with 15, his side unable to resist the Elford onslaught. White and Jeffries took to the crease and backed up their star bowler’s good work, combining for 64 to overtake the Invy total in just 19 overs, setting them up well for this Saturday. A 53-run performance from Rob Geyer, combined with 44 from Rohan Todd, led Club to a 195 total against a strong Phillip Island attack away from home. McRae, Marsh was bowled by Ben McRae for The two held firm in Club’s middle order to five, and when Anderson was caught by Rohan produce a total while Clint Wilson had 6/49 for Slade off Callum Buckland for six, Bairnsdale was 4/123 with opener Keddie 48 not out. • LDCA C GRADE DIVISION TWO Keddie was dismissed at 137 for 57, bowled by Callum Buckland, Jye Hull then bowled Smith without scoring, 6/140, but Bettino and Montant added 20 to take the score to 160, where Montant A BIG 118 not out performance from was bowled by Jye Hull for three. 13-year-old Harry Hoekstra saw KoonBettino 25 not out and Healey took the score to warra-Leongatha RSL achieve an 8/212 7/178 off 47 overs, getting Bairnsdale the win. Looking at the bowling, 22 wides was the total against Kilcunda-Bass at home. The young gun played some brilliant cricket difference. Joel Brann 10 overs 0/45, Evan Allaway six on his way to the milestone, with the next highest overs 0/28, Ben McRae 10 overs 2/24, Tom Niven scorer being Jess Fowkes with 17. Brock was the best bowler for the Sharks on six overs 1/18, Callum Buckland 10 overs 2/40 the day, taking an impressive 5/35 total in a 13and five overs 2/21. A good effort from the boys as it is a long day. over spell. Justin Licis scored 55 as Club reached a total The trip to Bairnsdale leaving at 6am after of 177 against Phillip Island at home. playing the day before took a toll. Johnston was doing the damage for PI with the Better performers on the day were Aaron Bardwell with the bat and Ben McRae with the ball, taking 3/56, but it wasn’t enough to prevent ball, a couple of very good cricketers for Leon- the impact of Licis, who made his presence felt in the top order. gatha coached by Steve Brann. The Island’s innings didn’t get off to the best The next game is a three-way 20/20 day at Korumburra on December 8 between Warragul, Sale, start thereafter, with Johnston retiring on 19 and Feast taking two early wickets. Maffra and Leongatha. It should be a good day.

Gatha 18s fall to Bairnsdale LDCA U18s travelled to Bairnsdale on Sunday and played at Lucknow.

next Sunday, and will be played at the Jack Canavan Oval in Traralgon. We believe that Goannas over-50 players, Ian Freshwater and Geoff Wells, were in the winning Division Three Victorian team at the over-50 national championships, which concluded in Perth

end of the innings, during which Nerrena’s order toppled. Giliam was the top scorer for the visitors, making a strong 65 as opener. MDU could only muster a 6/113 total against Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL at home. Browne, Birnie, Bishop, Thomas and Bohn had the wickets for the Cougars as the Demons struggled to maintain any strong partnerships. Damian Howard was the best performer at the crease for the home side, making 32 before being dismissed.

Lone hand sets up Cougars PI currently sits on 3/41 and has it all left to do on Saturday. Korumburra performed well at the crease against Glen Alvie away from home, Witton (56) and Sinclair (49) both making totals on their team’s way to a 191-run innings. Michael Milnes was lethal with the ball, taking an impressive 3/15 and preventing his opponents from cracking the 200-mark. Tim Cashin (54) and Nathan Johnston (52) both made half-centuries as Town recorded a total of 189 away from home to Poowong-Loch. While bowler Gary Knox picked up 5/44 in 14 overs, Cashin and Johnston’s sturdy performances ensured Town still had a decent total to work with. Knox and Hancock both scored four runs for the Magpies before stumps, the team sitting at 0/13 heading into day two on Saturday. OMK had the bye.


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• LDCA A GRADE DIVISION ONE

Madusanka boosts Town The Island started promisingly in their innings MADURA Madusanka continued his good form for Town on Saturday, mak- and sit at 0/10. Madura Perera (3/25) and Harshika Fernando ing 67 and helping his side to a total of (3/31) led Korumburra to a strong attacking ef207 against Phillip Island. fort against Nerrena, with the home side falling The hosts got off to a strong start, with Perera making an impressive 57, with Madusanka making his presence felt soon after. Charith Keerthisinghe was a standout for the visiting PI side with the ball, taking 5/56 in an impressive spell.

for just 118. Clark (21) and Trease (21) were the highest scorers for Nerrena, the side unable to hold firm against the Burra attack. Clark (2/1) and Trease (1/10) combined well with the ball however, with Burra struggling to put runs together despite Fernando’s 22 and sitting on 3/30 heading into this Saturday. Inverloch are clear favourites to finish the job against Glen Alvie this Saturday after already putting them in to bat their second innings on day one. Rankin (4/14) and Jan (4/16) did the damage with the ball during Glen Alvie’s first innings, with the home team only able to make 39. Andrew Donohue then made an impressive 42 total for the Stingrays as they hit their way to 7/119 (declared). The visitors then saw three Glen Alvie players bow out in their second innings, Jan and Rankin doing all the damage again as their opponent sits on 3/18 heading into day two on Saturday. A 69-run effort from Noel Creed saw OMK Brett Debono played some good shots for Inverloch against Glen Alvie, but was caught for achieve a total of 198 against Club at home. The number five had good support from Tom just seven runs. Wyatt, who scored 48. Thomas (2/59), McCall (2/25), Sheerin (2/24) and Geyer (2/27) all bowled well for Club. Club followed up well however, putting themselves in a strong position for this Saturday by making 1/57 at the start of their innings. Daniel Turton looks to be in fine form, making 39 not out thus far. SOLID SPELL: Glen Alvie’s Senal De It will be interesting to see how teams fair Silva bowled well for his side, taking 2/9 in on Saturday, with many teams unable to survive seven overs, including Harry Smith (below) through their allotted overs this week despite who failed to trouble the scorrers. good playing conditions.

Glen Alvie captain Ben Thomas toiled away on what was a “hard day at the office” for his team.

• LDCA A GRADE DIVISION TWO

Imps roll Killy Bass A GRADE DIVISION 1 Korumburra v Nerrena Nerrena – 1st INNINGS D Rowe not out .................................... 9 J Cann b M Perera ................................ 9 M Clark c C Arnold b D Lloyd .......... 21 C Salmon b M Perera ........................... 2 J Trease c H Fernando b I Osman ...... 21 Z Trease lbw b H Fernando.................. 1 T Wightman lbw b H Fernando.......... 18 D Baldi b J Whiteside .......................... 5 L Giliam c I Osman b H McNeill ........ 8 J Hoy b M Perera ................................. 0 D Symmons b H Fernando................. 14 Extras (nb 1, w 0, b 5, lb 4)................ 10 Total 118 (58 overs) Bowling: M Perera 15-6-3-25, J Whiteside 12-3-1-17, H McNeill 12-5-1-19, D Lloyd 5-2-1-15, H Fernando 13-5-3-31, I Osman 2-0-1-2 Korumburra – 1st INNINGS I Osman not out.................................... 3 C Arnold b J Trease .............................. 3 H Fernando c ...................................... 22 P Dunlevie b M Clark .......................... 0 J Whiteside not out............................... 0 Extras (nb 1, w 1, b 0, lb 0).................. 2 Total 3/30 (16 overs) Bowling: J Trease 5-0-1-10, D Rowe 3-2-0-1, T Wightman 3-1-0-15, J Hoy 3-1-0-3, M Clark 2-1-2-1

Town v Phillip Island Town – 1st INNINGS S Perera run out (B Johnston) ............ 59 S Naotunnage c G Selby b T Niven ..... 3 A Ratnaike b S Rathnayake................ 24 M Madusanka c G Selby b M Royal.. 67 D Hume c G Selby b C Keerthisinghe . 9 M Davies c M Royal b C Keerthisinghe .......................... 1 D Burge c M Kinghorn b M Royal ...... 2 J Lloyd c H Shawcross....................... 27

N Hanily c & b C Keerthisinghe .......... 1 A Trotto c B Johnston b C Keerthisinghe ........................ 11 J Schelling not out................................ 0 Extras (nb 2, w 0, b 1, lb 1).................. 4 Total 207 (67.2 overs) Bowling: H Shawcross 5-2-0-13, T Niven 6-1-0-25, M Royal 23-6-2-56, S Rathnayake 7-1-1-33, C Keerthisinghe 20.2-35-56, Z Brown 6-1-0-22 Phillip Island – 1st INNINGS G Selby not out .................................... 5 M Kinghorn not out ............................. 2 Extras (nb 0, w 0, b 2, lb 1).................. 3 Total 0/10 (7 overs) Bowling: S Perera 1-0-0-4, J Lloyd 2-20-0, A Ratnaike 2-1-0-1, A Trotto 1-0-01, M Madusanka 1-0-0-1

Glen Alvie v Inverloch Glen Alvie – 1st INNINGS J Hales lbw b E Cousins..................... 11 D Thorn b Y Jan ................................... 0 J Hull b L Rankin ............................... 11 R Slade c K Rotthier b Y Jan ............... 0 J Schulz b Y Jan ................................... 0 S Watson not out .................................. 2 J Thomas c W Taberner b L Rankin ..... 9 B McRae st W Taberner b C Fisher ..... 0 S De Silva lbw b L Rankin................... 2 D Arachchige b L Rankin..................... 0 B Thomas c E Cousins b Y Jan ............ 1 Extras (nb 2, w 0, b 1, lb 0).................. 3 Total 39 (27.2 overs) Bowling: L Rankin 13-7-4-14, Y Jan 10-5-4-16, C Fisher 4-1-1-8, E Cousins 0.2-0-1-1 Inverloch – 1st INNINGS B Debono c J Schulz b J Hull .............. 7 H Smith lbw b S De Silva .................... 0 A Donohue b D Arachchige ............... 42 K Rotthier c S De Silva b B Thomas . 19 J Strickland c B Thomas b S De Silva ................................. 30 W Taberner c S De Silva

b D Arachchige ............................ 10 Y Jan c J Hales b D Arachchige ........... 4 C Fisher not out ................................... 2 E Cousins not out ................................. 0 Extras (nb 2, w 0, b 0, lb 2).................. 4 Total 7/119 (dec) (37 overs) Bowling: S De Silva 7-3-2-9, J Hull 4-11-10, J Thomas 2-0-0-11, D Arachchige 13-2-3-42, B Thomas 12-2-1-46 Glen Alvie – 2nd INNINGS No batting results supplied Extras (nb 4, w 0, b 0, lb 2).................. 6 Total 3/18 (9 overs) Bowling: L Rankin 5-1-1-12, Y Jan 4-22-4

OMK v Club OMK – 1st INNINGS R Williams c K Brann b Z Macdermid............................. 16 E Lamers c K Brann b RG Thomas ..... 0 T Wyatt b M McCall .......................... 48 T Keily c M Thomas b RG Thomas ... 10 N Creed c J Sheerin b A Geyer .......... 69 J Serong c R Birkett b M Mccall ......... 0 L Jones c K Brann b J Sheerin ........... 11 J Cochrane c M Thomas b J Sheerin .... 7 T Muzarabani run out (A Geyer).......... 0 N Auddino c & b A Geyer .................... 4 D Dredge not out................................ 24 Extras (nb 0, w 1, b 0, lb 8).................. 9 Total 198 (63.2 overs) Bowling: RG Thomas 13-2-2-59, Z Macdermid 8-4-1-18, M Mccall 136-2-25, J Brann 3-0-0-25, R Birkett 5-2-0-12, J Sheerin 11-5-2-24, A Geyer 10.2-3-2-27 Club – 1st INNINGS K Brann c J Serong b T Muzarabani .... 2 D Turton not out ................................. 39 RG Thomas not out .............................. 9 Extras (nb 0, w 0, b 0, lb 7) 7 Total 1/57 (11 overs) Bowling: T Muzarabani 5-1-1-18, T Keily 4-0-0-23, J Cochrane 2-0-0-9

IMPERIALS dealt with the Kilcunda- achieving a total of 33, but his team succumbed Bass order with ease on Saturday, dis- to the pressure. The Magpies started their innings promisingly missing them for 82 in the first innings. Davidson (18) was the highest run-getter for the Sharks, but his side could not get it together, falling for a low score against an Imps attack led by Ginnane (2/13), Sauvarin (2/4), Sameera (2/13) and McGrath (2/16). While Sauvarin and Rogers were both out early for Imperials in their innings, Ginnane (25) and Dimithri Perera (41 not out) strung some runs together to give their team a 3/80 total at the end of day one. Poowong Loch took care of MDU’s order at home with conviction, Bardwell bowling 3/33 as they rolled them for 104. Wudage was the top scorer for the Demons,

A GRADE DIVISION 2 Kilcunda-Bass v Imperials Kilcunda-Bass – 1st INNINGS J Tregear b J Ginnane........................... 5 D McMahon b T Sauvarin ................. 13 J Adamson b J Ginnane 6 A Larcombe c J Ginnane b T Sauvarin 0 C Davidson c J Ginnane b S Sameera 18 AJ Thomas b S Sameera ...................... 9 B Joseph run out (L Rogers) ................ 3 S Leman c R Higgins b M McGrath .... 0 J Mahood not out ............................... 11 R Duff c J Ginnane b M McGrath........ 8 D Bettles lbw b D Ginnane .................. 0 Extras (nb 0, w 5, b 2, lb 2).................. 9 Total 82 (58 overs) Bowling: J Ginnane 12-7-2-13, L Wright 13-6-0-23, T Sauvarin 7-4-2-4, J Piasente 6-4-0-5, S Sameera 9-3-2-13, M McGrath 6-0-2-16, D Ginnane 5-2-1-4 Imperials – 1st INNINGS L Rogers b D Bettles ............................ 5 G Sauvarin lbw b J Tregear.................. 0 J Ginnane c S Leman b J Mahood ..... 25

thereafter, with Bardwell showing some skill with the bat as well, recording 38 not out so far, his team on 2/70. Cougars captain Ben Perry was the standout for Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL against Foster, scoring 134 to help set up a big 5/259 total for his side heading into day two of their match. The opener was in a zone against the Tigers attack, playing some beautiful strokes around the ground, including 10 fours and one six. Jake Staley was Foster’s best bowler with 2/58. His side has a lot to do on Saturday if they want to win.

D Perera not out ................................. 41 T Sauvarin not out ................................ 6 Extras (nb 0, w 1, b 1, lb 1).................. 3 Total 3/80 (16 overs) Bowling: C Davidson 0.2-0-0-2, J Tregear 3.4-1-1-15, D Bettles 6-1-1-29, J Mahood 3-0-1-17, R Duff 2-0-0-8, S Leman 1-0-0-7

Poowong-Loch v MDU MDU – 1st INNINGS M Olden lbw b D Brain ..................... 10 T Sinclair run out (N Findlay).............. 6 N Eddy lbw b B Monson ................... 14 J Sinclair c M Allen b J Bardwell ........ 6 G Sameera c AC Jenkins b N Findlay.. 1 S Arnup c L Manders b J Bardwell ...... 3 DA Mathews lbw b AC Jenkins ........... 0 H Waduge c M Allen b D Brain ......... 33 M Martin b A Jenkins........................... 2 C Cary lbw b J Bardwell ...................... 7 M Cantwell not out ............................ 12 Extras (nb 9, w 0, b 1, lb 0)................ 10 Total 104 (47.2 overs) Bowling: A Jenkins 13-3-2-29, D Brain 8.2-3-2-12, B Monson 4-1-1-9, N Find-

lay 9-1-1-20, J Bardwell 13-2-3-33 Poowong-Loch – 1st INNINGS C Knox c M Cantwell b H Waduge ..... 4 S Magnusson c T Sinclair b H Waduge .................................... 11 J Bardwell not out .............................. 38 L Manders not out .............................. 11 Extras (nb 5, w 1, b 0, lb 0).................. 6 Total 2/70 (27 overs) No bowling results supplied

Koonwarra LRSL v Foster Koonwarra LRSL – 1st INNINGS B Perry run out (J Staley)................. 134 B Davison c R Johnston b J Staley .... 71 J Hughes not out................................... 6 S Hughes lbw b J Bright ...................... 9 J Kennedy c J Toner b J Staley .......... 14 I Darsharia c B Coates b H Griggs....... 5 U Chathuranga not out ......................... 8 Extras (nb 5, w 1, b 1, lb 5)................ 12 Total 5/259 (75 overs) Bowling: B Coates 11-3-0-20, J Bright 214-1-88, R Johnston 8-2-0-16, P Doran 2-00-9, K Davy 4-1-0-7, H Griggs 11-1-1-40, J Toner 5-1-0-15, J Staley 13-0-2-58


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• LDCA B GRADE

Phillip Island start strong against Pies A 67-run effort from Steve McIntyre in sitting at 4/46 heading into this Saturday. Nerrena made a solid total at home against the opening innings of the day saw PI Club, with Ben Martin making 50 and James Kelget the jump on Poowong-Loch in the ly making 45 not out. B1 division. Martin’s runs came early on, while Kelly was With partner Keating being dismissed early, it was up to McIntyre to make a total. The Magpie attack, led by Regan with 3/56, could not withstand the strong batting of McIntyre, who was supported well by Taylor (47) and Finlayson (51). The home side declared at a 6/234 score, giving themselves a strong start to the two-day match. Nicholls started well at the crease for the Magpies with 21 runs, but the PI attack bowled consistently and held the opposing order, with the side

able to contribute for the middle order. Their side finished with 205, eventually falling to a solid Club attack. Tessari was the visitors’ best bowler, with 2/31 and was helped by Cornelis and Evans, who had two apiece. A strong 4/43 performance from KilcundaBass’ Chris Peckett prevented OMK from making an unbeatable total. Joel Cuman was dominant for the visitors, making an impressive 83 runs, but despite totals

from Busana (41), Paterson (44) and Dell (32) the rest of the order struggled, the team finishing on 218, giving Killy Bass a shot next week. Col McPhee (4/28) and Brendan Tomada (3/54) combined in the Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL attack to bowl Glen Alvie out for 166. Honeysett was the major run-getter for the home side with 46 but could not lead his team past the 200 mark. Anthony Hunt made a promising start to the Cougars’ innings and his team sits on 0/6 for day two. Inverloch sits shakily in position to beat Town after Saturday’s action. A 4/19 effort from Invy’s Hayes saw Town go down for just 97 in the opening innings. Proceedings started poorly for the Stingrays though, with Stewart, Phillips, Williams and Brayley all falling for small totals, their team sitting on 4/43 after 31 overs. While Foster only made 123 against Imperials,

their opponent looks vulnerable after day one. Busuttil got the Tigers off to a strong start at home, making 51, but did not receive much support from others in the order, with only Roberts (25) and Cripps (12) making double figures. Kristian Gray was the standout bowler for Imps, taking 3/9. The visitors started reasonably well with the bat, with Van Rooy making 39, but he was soon dismissed by Collis, who had four wickets for the day, and the order then started to tumble. The teams finished the day with Imps sitting on 6/83, still having a bit to do come Saturday. Burra made a solid 212 total against home side MDU, with six players scoring in double digits. Crocker (32), Allen (28), Checkley (38), Celebrine (23), Scott (30) and Meade (34 not out) all got in on the act as the Demons fought through a 3/52 performance with the ball from Hoober to set themselves up nicely for this week.

(L-R) Glen Alvie’s Gaby Hynes and Scott Cole frustrated the Cougars bowlers adding 21 HOWZAT: Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL captain Col McPhee and keeper Jake Rockall un- runs to the total for the last wicket. Gaby was just happy to score more runs than her father, successfully appeal for LBW. McPhee was a standout performer, taking 4/28 in a great David. display of fast bowling.

Brendan Tomada also performed well with the ball for the Cougars, taking 3/54. B GRADE Phillip Island 6/234 (dec) v Poowong-Loch 4/44 Phillip Island – 1st INNINGS: L Keating 6, S McIntyre 67, M Parsons 8, KM Taylor 47, A Finlayson 51, A Tolley 12*, M Wright 20* Bowling: SR Head 1/84, S McKinnon 0/20, P Regan 3/56, M Adderley 2/27, J Derrick 0/19, B Nicholls 0/18 Poowong-Loch – 1st INNINGS: M Adderley 12, B Nicholls 21, S McKinnon 3*, SR Head 4* Bowling: D Womersley 2/11, M Wright 0/1, T Kenter 0/17, M Parsons 0/6, A Tolley 2/3, LR Dayson 0/3, L Keating 0/1

Nerrena 205 v Club Nerrena – 1st INNINGS: A Harrison 17, BJ Gannon 7, B Martin 50, S Murphy 15, J Renden 12, JL Kelly 45*, C Baudinette 3, RL Giliam 2, C Dougherty 29, AK Gannon 5 Bowling: F West 0/17, S Roche 0/3, B Cornelis 2/46, M Sharp 1/9, SA Tessari 1/34, L McLean 2/31, B Evans 2/39, S

Williams 1/10, H Dobbie 1/8

Kilcunda-Bass v OMK 10/218 OMK – 1st INNINGS: J Cuman 83, A Busana 41, J Paterson 44, PJ Dell 32, MJ Rowe 8, P Harper 2* Bowling: R Duff 0/25, K Duff 0/61, C Peckett 4/43, D Clay 0/21, S Tapscott 0/18, P Bardwell 0/5, S Williams 5/41

Glen Alvie 166 v Koonwarra LRSL 0/6 Glen Alvie – 1st INNINGS: J Burke 15, S Smith 28, C Honeysett 46, N Thatcher 3, W Luke 24, R Bolding 21, S Cole 15, G Hynes 2* Bowling: JA Pickersgill 0/22, C McPhee 4/28, A Drury 1/24, B Tomada 3/54, N Arnup 0/24, A Hunt 0/8, J Leeden 0/1 Koonwarra L/RSL – 1st INNINGS: A Hunt 4*, A Drury 1* Bowling: W Luke 0/6, C Honeysett 0/0

Inverloch 4/43 v Town 97 Town – 1st INNINGS: P Jayasinghe 12, N Fixter 2, N Hodges 2, S Browne 1, S Fixter 24, M Kreutzberger 17, B Grabham 4, D Goss 5*, A Hanily 23 Bowling: W Barker 1/17, C Butler 3/11,

S Hayes 4/19, D Cashin 1/38, J Williams 0/11, JB Dennerley 1/0 Inverloch – 1st INNINGS: B Phillips 10, J Williams 14, N Brayley 14*, S Hayes 1* Bowling: L Gill 2/19, P Jayasinghe 1/14, S Browne 1/3, N Fixter 0/2, M Kreutzberger 0/1, S Fixter 0/3

Foster 123 v Imperials 2/63 Foster – 1st INNINGS: B Busuttil 20*, N Clarke 1, W Davy 2, A Starret 6, P Jervies 6 Bowling: P McCaughan 1/17, KB Gray 2/8, B Van Rooy 1/11 Imperials – 1st INNINGS: P McCaughan 4, B Van Rooy 31*, KB Gray 10, S Vagg 8*, Bowling: N Clarke 1/20, P Jervies 1/26, G Collis 0/15

MDU v Korumburra 6/212 Korumburra – 1st INNINGS: T Crocker 32, T Allen 28, S Checkley 38, J Celebrine 23, D Scott 30, JJ Meade 34*, N Allen 4* Bowling: P Vine 0/58, M Hoober 3/52, B Cary 0/7, C Hoober 1/44, J Bright 2/34, J Phillips 0/12


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Brilliant Beau can be amongst Victoria’s best working on different parts of my game,” Beau

Daniel Renfrey said. “I’m also at Leongatha South a few times a week AT just nine years of age, Leongatha’s hitting balls and I practice in my backyard too. I hit Beau Elkin is making huge noise in the a couple hundred balls a week at least.” golfing scene. For coach Payne, the progress Beau has made With a handicap of 17, the ability to drive a ball 200 metres and more than a few achievements to his name, the promising putter will take to Karingal tomorrow to compete in the Victorian primary golf competition. He will compete as one of the youngest there, against mostly 12-year-old golfers, and receive a state-wide ranking. “I hope to finish at least in the top 30, I was 69th last time,” Beau said. “I’m confident I can make it; I’ve improved a lot since last year.” That would almost be an understatement. Just this year, Beau has seen his handicap drop from 24 to 17 and has improved his all-around game, developing at an astounding rate. Just last Sunday, he achieved a score of one-over par 73, nett 56 on 18 holes, achieving three birdies during the session. That card could see his handicap drop down to near 10. Part of Beau’s fast development has been his training with PGA coach John Payne in Korumburra, and his drive to improve. “I get lessons from John every two months just

has been nothing short of impressive. “What’s most impressive is his ability to stay cool, calm and collected. He’s not afraid of tournament golf,” coach Payne said. “It’s dangerous to look too far ahead at this age but he has a lot of qualities, he just needs to keep improving.” With the passion he has for the game and the guidance he has from his coach and his father, Rod, Beau will undoubtedly continue to improve. “We live on the course,” Rod said. “It’s practice, practice, practice. Last school holidays he played about 107 holes. I’m amazed at how well he’s doing. I’m over the moon.” While his mind is set on the primary competition tomorrow, Beau still has long-term goals in the p back of his mind. For someone so talented, these goals surprise nobody. “I hope I can keep having fun playing gold and being as good as I can be,” he said. “I really want to make it to the PGA one day.” With a strong work ethic, the right mentors and clear natural ability, the kid from Leongatha might just be a champion in the making.

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