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PROUD SUPPORTERS: Lily and Monty Milson wave off riders at Grampians Ride To Remember in Ararat on Sunday. Lily and Monty are grandchildren of Terry Weeks, the inaugural Blue Ribbon Foundation Ararat branch president who died in 2022. Sunday’s event was one of the largest on record, with more than 500 riders helping to raise money for a new ultrasound machine at East Grampians Health Service. Story, page 7. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Mental-health focus BY SEAN O’CONNELL

immera mental-health organisations are emphasising to young people and their families the importance of prioritising mental health as school resumes.

Grampians Community Health general manager of community services Faith Hardman said while is was crucial to keep children engaged in their schooling, they also needed to be aware of how they were feeling and what they could do to improve their mood and overall health. “Try not to stress too much about ac-

ademic performance as mental health should be a higher priority,” she said. “Children do better at school when they are calm and socially connected. “Sometimes letting a child have a half day or day home every couple of weeks can help. “Structured respite can work well for some children who are experiencing serious levels of mental illness.” Ms Hardman said it was important for parents to have meaningful conversations about feelings and fear with their children. “Children sometimes need to do a bit of basic learning around physical sen-

sations and feeling anxious,” she said. “Acknowledging how they feel and not redirecting the discussion is important. “You do not want to normalise anxiety, but you do want to encourage children to speak about it, voice their concerns and acknowledge the reality of those feelings to create a sense of connection and safety.” Ms Hardman said parents should speak to the school or seek professional help when needed, if they were experiencing anxiety or significant worry about their child’s schooling. Horsham headspace community

awareness and youth engagement coordinator Alisha McLaughlin said it was common for people to assume returning to school was nothing more than a ‘rite of passage’. “It can feel really stressful and anxiety provoking for a lot of young people to go back to school, especially for year sixes going into year seven and people going into year 12 for their final year of school,” she said. “There are new friendship groups, new classes and new subjects, which can cause anxiety for a lot of young people. “It’s important to make them aware

that these are all really normal feelings to have at the start of the year, but also there are supports available to help them get back into their routines.” Mrs McLaughlin encouraged parents to keep checking in with their children, in a gentle and supportive way. “Your young person might be really withdrawn, a little bit quieter, you might notice a change in their eating habits or that they’re feeling a little sadder than usual,” she said. Continued page 3

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Applications for HRCC's annual Community Grants Program are now open for not-for-profit groups to deliver projects that directly benefit residents.

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Mayor Robyn Gulline said the revised program would provide more opportunities and greater flexibility for organisations to receive funding. Jo Martin with Kalkee's electronic netball whistle funded last year.

“Our annual Community Grants program is now open, and in addition, we will also have three other streams open later during the year specifically for Community Events, Youth and Quick Response Small Grants. Each stream will have its own guidelines, application forms, reporting forms and funding rounds,” she said.

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“There will be two targeted Community Events funding rounds in May and November and the new Youth and Quick Response Small Grants program will be open throughout 2024/2025.” Applications for the general community grants program are now being taken and close 4 March. “Grant workshops are being held in Horsham and Natimuk on February 19 and 20 that will explain the changes. I encourage all prospective applicants to attend. Details of the workshops will be on Council’s website from 1 February.” Cr Gulline said the annual grants program was important to community organisations who were the lifeblood of the region. “The grants have been highly successful over the past 12 months with $226,201 allocated to 66 local organisations," she said. “Grants up to $10,000 are available for the annual funding round, with the majority of successful applications between $500 and $5,000 for projects that enhance the provision of activities, facilities or delivery of services to people in the Horsham municipality,” Cr Gulline said. “Read the guidelines, plan your project, and importantly speak with a Council officer, listed in the guidelines, about your application to ensure it meets the guidelines to give it every chance of success,” she said. Community Development Grants: NOW OPEN Community Event Grants: May and November Youth Grants: From July Quick Response Small Grants: From July.

HORSHAM SOUTH STRUCTURE PLAN

Submissions Closing Soon The public consultation period for the Draft Horsham South Future Urban Structure is coming to an end. Don’t miss your chance to have your say. Submission Deadline: Submit your written feedback by Friday, February 9, 2024 (COB). Where to Send Submissions: Email your submissions to strategic.planning@hrcc.vic.gov.au. Why Your Feedback Matters: We want to hear from you! Your ideas and concerns will help shape the next version of the plan—a comprehensive Draft Structure Plan. Council’s Commitment: Our officers have been actively addressing inquiries and meeting with residents. While all written submissions have been acknowledged, complex issues may require additional time for resolution. We’re aiming to respond to submissions by the end of March. Learn More: Visit our website for detailed information and stay informed about the next steps.

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Riverfront live music this Sunday HRCC's Summer Series continues next Sunday, February 11, with live music from Acoustic Duo Chrissy and Rob, as well as DJ Dylan De Jong. The event will take place at the new Riverfront Meeting Place, located where Firebrace Street meets the Wimmera River. Visitors can enjoy delicious food and drinks from local food trucks such as Caffe De Kerb and Maymax Donuts while taking in the beautiful Wimmera Riverfront. The event will be held from 2-6pm.

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For details visit the Have Your Say section of HRCC's website HORSHAM CITY URBAN RENEWAL The Horsham City Urban Renewal Project identifies sites and precincts suitable for urban renewal to encourage future development including residential, commercial, and mixed use. The project will facilitate the development of these precincts through economic modeling, urban analysis, setting a clear vision, planning controls and design guidelines. Any feedback on the Urban Renewal Plan is encouraged. BICYCLES SHARED PATHWAY PROGRAM HRCC is encouraging the community to review the draft plan and the proposed cycle and shared path network and provide feedback. The final plan will be influenced by this feedback and presented to Council for review and endorsement.

Several of Victoria’s leading transport experts have been confirmed to attend next week’s major road safety education event at the Nhill Trailer Exchange. Horsham Rural City Council and Hindmarsh Shire Council will host the event in partnership with transport industry groups as well as Victoria Police, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator and the Department of Transport and Planning. Featured speakers include Victorian Transport Association Chief Executive Peter Anderson, Livestock and Rural Transporters Association of Victoria Chief Operating Officer Alina Hawkins, transport safety consultant Mike Wood and many more. Mr Anderson is one of Australia’s foremost experts in transport and logistics, with a lifelong career working in the business of freight movement for private businesses, and more recently Victoria’s peak transport industry representative group. Ms Hawkins recently had the honour of receiving the National Trucking Industry Woman of the Year accolade at the Trucking Australia 2023 conference hosted by the Australian Trucking Association for her involvement in the livestock transport industry. Horsham Rural City Council Mayor Robyn Gulline encouraged local and interstate heavy vehicle operators to drop in and attend the event at a time that suited them from 4-11pm on February 14 and 15. “The event features not only a series of talks from industry leaders, it combines these with practical demonstrations and static displays,” Cr Gulline said. “In addition, transport operators, both local and interstate, will have the opportunity to give feedback to agencies such as Victoria Police, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator and local Councils about measures they should be considering.”

Next Council Meeting: February 26, 2024 - 5.30pm Horsham Rural City Council: 18 Roberts Avenue Horsham | Postal address: PO Box 511 Horsham VIC 3402 | Phone: (03) 5382 9777 | Email: council@hrcc.vic.gov.au | Web: www.hrcc.vic.gov.au HRCC News

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Praise for paramedics under pressure

mbulance Victoria paramedics are reaching patients in the Grampians Region faster than a year ago, despite another recordbreaking quarter for emergency ambulance demand.

Compared with the previous quarter, West Wimmera paramedics attended 35.6 percent of code one patients within 15 minutes – up from 22.7 percent. The improvement was the biggest in the state. Compared with the previous year, response times to code one patients were three minutes and seven seconds faster in the Ararat municipality. Paramedics in the Horsham municipality attended 78.4 percent of code one patients within 15 minutes – the second-best result in the state. Grampians regional director Peter Jenkins said the average response time to code one – lights and sirens – cases across Victoria was now under 15 minutes for the first time in more than two years.

“While there is more work ahead of us, it is encouraging our response to code one emergencies improved a full minute and 46 seconds across Victoria compared to a year ago,” he said. “The Productivity Commission’s recent report on government services shows Victoria has Australia’s most trusted paramedics and leads the nation in cardiac arrest survival and pain management. “Our dedicated paramedics and first responders are to be commended for the outstanding care they deliver to communities across the state.” The last quarter of 2023 was the busiest in Ambulance Victoria’s history, with 154,267 emergency cases. This included 99,833 code one cases – the second most on record – and 54,434 code two cases. Between October and December 2023, paramedics across Victoria responded to 67.3 percent of code one cases within the statewide target of 15 minutes. Performance against the 15-minute

target for code one cases improved in 74 of Victoria’s 79 local government areas, compared to a year ago. In the Grampians region, the biggest improvements were in the Moorabool, Ararat, Pyrenees, Yarriambiack, Northern Grampians and West Wimmera municipalities.

Alternative care

Ambulance Victoria executive director of clinical operations Anthony Carlyon said improved performance followed increased use of alternative and virtual care services for people in the community who did not require an ambulance. “From October to December 2023, 38,695 people who did not need an emergency ambulance were instead connected to more appropriate care by paramedics and nurses in Ambulance Victoria’s secondary triage team,” he said. “There are now so many options for people in the community to get timely, non-urgent health advice.

“For non-life-threatening matters, you can connect directly with emergency doctors and nurses at the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department, VVED – from anywhere in Victoria, at any time.” Mr Carlyon said since October 2021, paramedics had referred more than 56,000 patients to the VVED, and a further 5400 had been referred following assessment by a secondary triage team. “While we continue to work with hospitals to improve transfer times, avoiding unnecessary ambulance attendances and trips to hospital relieves pressure in the health system and means paramedics are more available for emergencies in the community,” he said. Mr Carlyon said other healthcare options included a local Priority Primary Care Centre, GP or pharmacist, or Nurse-On-Call at 1300 60 60 24. The State Government, with Victoria University, announced $20 million would be invested in the future

Important to ‘check in’

All smiles at Minyip A teaching duo with international experience has stepped up to the plate to fill crucial vacancies at Minyip Primary School. David Plant’s most recent teaching post was in Japan, while Isobelle Cameron has returned to the Wimmera after working in the United Kingdom. Principal Julie Powell said the two teaching positions attracted five applicants, which allowed the school to pick the best candidates. “We started looking for new staff in April last year and it took up until December for it to finally happen,” Ms Powell said. “It’s a huge relief the school is settled, and we have a plan in place that we know is going to continue for the foreseeable future.” Mr Plant said he was living in Bendigo when he read an article that mentioned the struggles the Minyip school was experiencing in finding new staff. “The article was broadly about schools in regional Victoria that were struggling to be staffed and faced closure, Minyip was a particular example,” he said. “I happened to be looking for teaching jobs, but also the story struck a chord with me because I went to

Centre for Paramedicine. On track to open in 2026, the Australianfirst centre will feature high-tech training equipment and life-size replicas of environments for paramedics to practice simulated emergencies. The new centre will also serve as a hub for paramedics already working with Ambulance Victoria to improve their skills, learn new techniques and stay up-to-date with the latest in best practice. Ambulance Services Minister MaryAnne Thomas confirmed last week the university would contribute $10 million to the project. “The latest data makes it clear that despite record levels of demand, our dedicated healthcare workers are making sure Victorians continue to get the care they need,” she said. “This new Centre for Paramedicine will be a home of the latest technology and make sure our paramedics are getting the training they need to deliver the care Victorians deserve.”

WARM WELCOME: Minyip Primary School’s newest teachers David Plant and Isobelle Cameron with the school’s 36 students. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER country schools when I was a kid and my dad was a teacher at really small country schools.” Mr Plant said after reaching out to the school via email, he travelled to Minyip for an interview, which was quite a change from his previous teaching position. “The last school I taught at was in Tokyo, Japan. That was a few years ago,” Mr Plant said. “It was quite the opposite – there

are many, many schools for that population and most of the classes are about 30 students each.” Miss Cameron, who is originally from Goroke, said she also taught overseas prior to beginning at the school. “I’ve been away for a year, teaching in London,” Miss Cameron said. “I’ve always wanted to come back to a small school, I just didn’t know when it would be.”

Miss Cameron said she had received some help from the school community to secure housing in the area and was settling in well. “People are starting to work out who I am,” she said. “I walk here each day and I get a few hellos each morning. “More people know my name each day, which is lovely.” – Sean O’Connell

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From page 1 “These are not things to be alarmed about, but they’re definitely things to be aware of,” Mrs McLaughlin said. “When you are noticing something is a bit off, check in and ask them what’s going on in their world.” Mrs McLaughlin said there were several things younger people could do for themselves, if they noticed they were experiencing any hardship. “We often recommend, first off the bat, to just do some things you really enjoy,” she said. “For some young people, it’s art or sport, just doing things that make you feel really good about yourself and feel a sense of achievement. “We talk about self-care a lot. Eating well, sleeping well, getting enough exercise – all that can really impact a person’s mental health, not just their bodies. “If a young person is experiencing heightened emotions that are lasting a little bit longer, we would recommend reaching out to a parent, guardian or trusted adult.” Mrs McLaughlin said headspace offered free counselling services for young people aged 12 to 25. She said people could visit the centre at 77 Hamilton Street, Horsham, phone 5381 1543 or email info. headspacehorsham@vt.uniting.org

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Trust taps into project BY SEAN O’CONNELL

funding boost from Horsham Sports and Community Club will see Horsham Cemetery tap into the State Government’s SmartWater Horsham project.

The $50,000 allocation will lead to upgrades to the cemetery’s water storage capacity with additional water tanks, more water pressure pumps, a reconfiguration of the sprinkler system and upgraded electronic control systems. Horsham Cemetery Voluntary Trust member Rob Walter said the project would droughtproof the cemetery and allow for improvements to its appearance in both the short and long term. He said the project would be completed in stages, beginning in earnest in the coming weeks, with the group aiming to complete it before the end of June. Mr Walter said the project would allow the cemetery to capitalise on

the SmartWater project, which initially focused on sporting reserves and parks before it was extended to include Dudley Cornell Park and Horsham Cemetery. “All that pipe is now installed,” he said. “To make the best use of that water, we need to upgrade our sprinkler systems, and because the water is intermittent, we need tanks because there are restrictions on when you can spray the water around. “To upgrade our system, we need more tanks, pumps and sprinkler systems. “With the latest technology, the whole thing will be able to be controlled from a mobile phone – it will be fantastic for the two full-time employees at the cemetery to be able to be do that, wherever they are.” Mr Walter said the project would allow the trust to continue improving the appearance of Horsham Cemetery. “It would be lovely if we could turn

some of it into parkland – a place you can go, sit down and reflect,” he said. “On a Mother’s Day Sunday, I just happened to be driving past and I was absolutely amazed at the little groups of people sitting on the ground, honouring their mothers and grandmothers – people come from far and wide to visit. I was certainly moved. ” Mr Walter said the trust was hoping to use some of the funding to plant trees along the western side of the grounds, with the help of volunteers, and other additional works were dependent on financial constraints. “If there is enough money, we want to extend the sprinkler system, particularly the pipes, into an area where we are going next,” he said. “We have also costed a little plantation on the west side, and we would love somebody in the community to come forward and help.” Horsham Sports and Community Club manager Glenn Carroll said club members supported the project.

DETAILS: Horsham Cemetery Voluntary Trust member Rob Walter discusses details of a project to upgrade watering systems with Horsham Sports and Community Club manager Glenn Carroll. “The club put up $50,000 in October last year and was looking for ideas from the community as to what sort of projects the money could be used for,” he said. “We had eight projects presented and that was narrowed down to three. “Members voted for the project they preferred the money to go towards.”

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Sharing memories A Natimuk and district couple surpassed an impressive milestone on the weekend, commemorating seven decades together. Coral and Alec Webb looked back on 70 years of marriage on Sunday, February 4, when they celebrated their wedding anniversary with family. Mrs Webb, 91, said the pair married at Horsham Methodist Church, when she was 21 and Alec was 22. “It was a pretty good day. It wasn’t hot. I began to wonder whether we picked the right month, but it was just a nice sunny day,” she said. Mrs Webb said the births of their children, Brian, Wendy, Dennis, Trevor and Morris, were a highlight of their time spent together. She said the couple raised the family on a farm at Grassflat, to the north-west of Natimuk. “On a farm it’s always busy,” Mrs Webb said. “I grew up in a family of farmers. My father was a farmer and during the war years I was working. Once I got to 14, I left school and I just worked on the farm.”

Mr Carroll said another funding opportunity with similar criteria would be available later this year. “The project itself had to be of benefit to the wider community and not a singular sporting club or community group. It needed to be an open, public space and the projects that were put up were exactly that,” he said.

Wimmera Machinery Field Days organisers are gearing up for the 60th annual event next month. The 2024 field days will be from March 5 to 7 at the Wimmera Events Centre, Longerenong. The Weekly Advertiser article in its January 31 edition, titled ‘Past and Present’, reported incorrect dates.

Spending more time at home? Have Have you you thought thought about about your your feet? feet? PLATINUM ANNIVERSARY: Alec and Coral Webb celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Sunday with family. Picture: SEAN O’CONNELL Mrs Webb said the key to their long-lasting marriage had been the ability to compromise. “We have some disagreements, but they didn’t get out of proportion,” she said. “He kept what he thought to himself, and I kept what I thought – and that was that, really. “We both had the same ideas about the way to bring up our

family and there were no real problems at all.” Mr Webb said an example of their consideration for each other was how his wife encouraged his love of sport, despite not being very interested herself. “I think I drove the last Clydesdale team in the district,” he said. “There was also the cricket. I remember Ballarat Country

Week for the Arapiles team. My main friends were there, and I suppose you learn a lot about your own association when you get together like that. “I played football for Natimuk Lake and I was manager of the under-16 cricket team – we won two premierships, and our eldest son Brian was captain.” – Sean O’Connell

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ingle-member police stations in Rupanyup and Speed are once again home to officers who are looking forward to working with and for the community.

Senior Constable Andy Grimes, who is stationed at Rupanyup, said he believed working in a rural setting was more rewarding than working in a metropolitan area. “I love the job. I come to work, I do my job and I go home, I don’t take work with me,” he said. “I think it’s important to enjoy your work. If you enjoy your work you never do a day’s work in your life. While we get some pretty crappy jobs, there are jobs that are quite rewarding.” Senior Constable Grimes said he hoped to learn as much as he could while in Rupanyup and have a positive impact on the community. “I want to try to bring an already stable community more together, because they haven’t had a police presence in four years,” he said. “I’m getting a lot of feedback from locals about how they appreciate having someone they can report something to, or just have a chat with. “My goal is to keep crime low, so if I get wind of anything I can try to nip it in the bud early.” Senior Constable Grimes said his career began in Melbourne East and Oakley before moving to Ararat. “I volunteered to go to Ararat, which was obviously a little quieter, but with a little

more time to learn your job and the processes. I loved it more than the hustle and bustle of the city,” he said. Senior Constable Grimes said he spent about three years in Ararat before transferring to Stawell, and had also completed secondments at Warracknabeal and Hopetoun to assist with staff shortages. “You get to know who people are and have more of an understanding of certain crimes and why they occur,” he said. “It’s easier to manage and implement things to effectively change a pattern of criminal behaviour. “I grew up in England in a semi-rural area, so I am quite familiar with community spirit and everyone working together as one.”

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Senior Constable Grimes said police officers in nearby stations worked together to attend jobs and keep the community safe. “We have Minyip and Murtoa 15 minutes on either side, so generally speaking if we are rostered at the same time and there is a job central, we will attend together,” he said. “If nobody from those two stations is rostered on and it’s just myself, the nearest stations would be Stawell or Warracknabeal and they’re more than happy to come and assist on certain jobs as well. “There’s always a buddy system going on, so while I can attend some jobs on my own it is still preferred to have backup.” Horsham Acting Superintendent Jo Janes said a new police officer, Senior Constable Nathan Hunt, had also started at

the one-member Speed Police Station. “During the past couple of years, the member who was staffed at Speed had been absent for a long time and in November the position was vacated,” she said. “The position has been filled and the new member started at the end of January. “Senior Constable Hunt has come from Camperdown to work at Speed and is excited to work with us. “I invite anyone who sees him out and about to say hello, make him feel welcome and let him know if there is anything he can help with.” Acting Superintendent Janes said police operations at Speed, Hopetoun, Woomelang and surrounds occurred in a clustertype arrangement. “The local police work together as they are in small remote areas and policing a big network helps each other,” she said. “To have Nathan fill the Speed position in the residence will be beneficial locally and I’m sure the community will be excited to hear the news. “The ‘blue’ family would like to welcome Nathan to Speed and I’m sure the community will join me in our excitement to see someone they can stop and talk to. “Speed doesn’t have a lot of the business that a lot of bigger towns have, however, it does have the Mallee Machinery Field Days every August where about 8000 people flock to the town, so it’s certainly on the map and we’ll put him to work.”

TURNOUT: Ron Howell at Grampians Ride To Remember in Ararat on Sunday.

Support swells for Grampians ride More than 500 motorbike riders and pillions cruised through the Grampians on Sunday for the annual Ride to Remember. The event raises money for Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation projects in memory of Victoria police officers who were killed at work. It was the 16th iteration of the ride. Horsham Acting Superintendent Jo Janes said the Ride to Remember committee did an exceptional job arranging the ride. “It’s to remember the sacrifices of officers who have fallen in the line of duty, but also to show serving members their working commitment is valued by the community,” she said. “It was a 190-kilometre ride, which started at the Ararat RSL, went on a path from Ararat to Moyston, then had morning tea at Pomonal Recreation Reserve before going around Lake Fyans, Lake Lonsdale, into Halls Gap and returning via Lake Bellfield and back through Pomonal and Moyston to Ararat, finishing at Alexandra Gardens for a show and shine for car enthusiasts.” Acting Superintendent Janes said all proceeds from the ride would be donated to East LEADER: Grampians Ride To Remember Grampians Health Service for a new ultrapatron Paul Margetts. sound machine.

Jam-packed Edenhope festival Edenhope’s premier summer event is back this weekend with a jam-packed agenda. Henley on Lake Wallace, an annual event, begins on Saturday at 2pm with a street parade to kick off festivities. Committee president Hugh Caldow said people were looking forward to the event, which had been operating for more than 100 years. “The dodgem cars are back, as are the Mik Maks for the

children after the procession,” he said. “Following the parade in the main street, we move down to Henley for the usual activities including the rolling pin throw and yabby eating competition. I know a fair few floats are being made up this week, so we should see a good roll-up.” Mr Caldow said entertainment would continue from the afternoon into the evening. “There will be a band and

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orsham Fishing Competition organisers have opened registration for the 47th annual event.

The 2024 Horsham Fishing Competition will take place along the banks of the Wimmera River on March 10. Anglers and families are invited to get involved in the long weekend tradition, which promises lots of fun, camaraderie and exciting prizes. Horsham Fishing Competition president Bart Turgoose said the committee was enthusiastic about this year’s event. “We have listened to the valuable feedback from our competitors, and we are excited to introduce some exciting changes to our event to better align with the spirit of our family-oriented competition,” he said. “Our survey data showed attendees were looking for a fun weekend away with their

families, rather than just serious angling. “We’ve carefully curated prizes that cater to this sentiment.” This year, the first-place prize is a $7500 travel voucher awarded to the angler who catches the longest native fish. More than $40,000 worth of prizes are up for grabs during the Sunday event. Mr Turgoose said the committee was grateful to the businesses that generously donated goods and supported the competition. “Our committee believes the travel voucher is the perfect prize to provide the winning family or individual with an unforgettable getaway,” he said. “It aligns with the anglers’ desire for a more family-centric experience.” Last year the fishing competition returned a profit and the committee elected to return the money to non-profit

groups and initiatives. The committee distributed $3000 to each of Phoenix Animal Rescue, Beyond Community Inclusion, Horsham Rural City Band, Riding for Disabled Horsham, Wimmera Against Cancer in Kids, Horsham Christian Emergency Food Centre, Horsham Falcons Soccer Club, Horsham Motor Sports Inc, Kannamaroo Festival, Horsham City Pipe Band and fundraiser Phoebe’s Future. It also donated $1500 to allabilities athletics team Horsham Rockets to attend an annual carnival. Regular updates and announcements can be found on the competition’s Facebook page, ‘Horsham Fishing Competition Inc.’. People can register for the competition at horsham fishingcomp.com.au The Weekly Advertiser is the naming rights sponsor of the fishing competition.

Willaura Farm to Pub returns Following a three-year break, the Willaura Farm to Pub run, walk or ride, will return to where it all began at the old Joyce farm, on February 17. Previous iterations of the event have seen more than 150 people participate and organisers hope many veterans and a strong field of newcomers will join the ride, run and

walk along Sandy Lane. From humble beginnings in 2003 as a challenge between the extended Joyce families, the event developed into a widely supported community event raising awareness of mental health while fundraising. All proceeds this year will be donated to One Red Tree Resource Centre.

The finish line will be at Willaura Recreation Reserve and there will be prizes for first, second and third placegetters in the 16.4-kilometre and 8.2-kilometre run or ride, and novelty prizes for the fivekilometre walk, run or ride. People can register at trybooking.com/events/ landing/1166639

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WELCOME: Deakin University medical students, from left, Wesley Plange, Lara Barnes and Josh Pylanda have set up residence in Horsham for 12 months as part of their study to become doctors. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Students embrace placements Four Deakin University medicine students will be on-hand at Horsham clinics and hospital as part of a 12-month placement. Deakin University Rural Community Clinical School, RCCS, community advisory board member Nanette Freckleton said the group was going into its third year of a four-year medicine course. “They will spend 12 months in Horsham, with some face-to-face back in Geelong, Ballarat and Warrnambool – where they are from,” she said. “They will be working at Reid Street and Lister House clinics and during that time will gain experience of hospital, working in different areas.” Josh Pylanda, of Ballarat, said he had not initially studied to become a general practitioner. “I started off in podiatry and then I just wanted to be able to do more and increase my scope of practice, so medicine was a natural progression,” he said. Mr Pylanda has been in Horsham for three weeks. “It’s definitely good to get some hands-on experience, people are pretty keen to teach you and get you involved,” he said. “You realise some of the challenges regional

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orsham Rural City Council is moving towards encouraging more participation in sport and physical activity in the community.

Councillors have noted a requirement to develop a Horsham Municipal Active Recreation and Sport Strategy and endorsed a funding commitment to a Sport and Recreation Victoria Local Sport and Infrastructure Fund application of $43,648. The funding will be referred to the council’s 2024-25 budget. Mayor Robyn Gulline said the strategy was not about infrastructure, but about encouraging active participation. “Active participation does not necessarily mean organised sport, it might just be people out walking, cycling or using the equipment at exercise circuits,” she said. “We want people to use equipment and facilities as effectively and efficiently as they can. “We want to know how we encourage peo-

ple to be more active because we all know for the benefit of our health, we need to be more active.” Cr Gulline said it was a 50-50 grant, meaning the State Government funding would comprise 50 percent of the spend. “There will be community consultation involved. I can’t tell people what would make them be incentivised to get out and move – we need to talk to people to know what they need to be participating more actively in our community,” she said. “Having this strategy will help us going forward with funding applications we put in for other facility development, so it’s a key component.” Cr David Bowe said the Horsham community was blessed with natural opportunities and a community spirit that thrived on active participation. “However, the data reveals a concerning trend that 35.5 percent of our adults are either inactive or insufficiently active and 81 percent of our children and young people do

not engage in the recommended one hour of physical activity per day,” he said. “This strategy aims to reverse these trends and foster a more active and healthy community. “The essence of this is not just about building infrastructure, it’s about enhancing program opportunities and leveraging partnerships to better activate our spaces.” Cr Bowe said previous sporting strategies would form a strong foundation to focus on the participatory aspects of sport and recreation. He said the funding was not just a monetary contribution, but a commitment to plan positive community outcomes. “This commitment is crucial in our application success and demonstrates to Sport and Recreation Victoria our serious intent to make Horsham a beacon of active living,” Cr Bowe said. “We want a community where everybody, regardless of age, ability or background, feels welcome and encouraged to be active.”

Will, Katie lead centenary year Dimboola Memorial Secondary College has appointed Will Thomson and Katie Griffiths as school captains ahead of its centenary year. The year-12 students will lead the school as they complete their high school education. Will said he was looking forward to representing the school in its 100th year of education in the town. “It’s a little bit more pressure and will mean some more engagements we will attend,” he said. “I’m hoping to help the school and make a couple of changes to encourage students to continue to try hard while they are at school.” Katie said she was also looking forward to representing the school. “We want to keep Dimboola’s good reputation and represent it well,” she said. Katie said they would find out what their role as school captains would mean in the centenary celebrations as the LEADERS: Will Thomson and Katie Griffiths are Dimboola Memorial Secondary College captains for 2024. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER school year began.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Give me a smile

No, I’m not from Mars or going to the moon, I’m just someone who has become very sensitive to the environment. Some call it Multiple Chemical Sensitives, MCS, or Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, MCAS. I’m wearing this mask to keep me protected from all the VOCs – Volatile Organic Compounds – in the environment, they cause me to become ill. Things like smoke, fumes, perfume, cleaning products, deodorant, even flowers and cooking smells omit VOCs and can trigger me, it’s becoming very unpredictable. They cause me asthma-like symptoms. I start to cough and feel like I can’t get enough air into my lungs. I get headaches and my voice becomes hoarse – just a few examples. I’ve sought advice from multiple health professionals, ending up at The Alfred hospital asthma and allergy clinic. There, they conducted many tests and diagnosed me with sensitive asthma and eventually the professor said I also have a hypersensitive larynx – possibly a byproduct of having mycoplasma pneumonia a few years ago. There is no treatment available. He advised the best thing is to avoid the irritants. How can you avoid the irritants when there are so many? Even certain toothpastes and dishwashing liquids have become an issue. What could I do? I still wanted to work and be able to enjoy the things that are important to me. I couldn’t attend church, watch my family play sport, or shop because of all the ‘smells’ in the air without being triggered. Many people said I needed a ‘bubble’ to keep me safe. This got me thinking and searching the internet – there must be something out there I could use to keep me safe and still have a life? I eventually stumbled across an MCS podcast where someone was using a portable air purifying respirator, PAPR. They found it fantastic at blocking out all the VOCs that triggered them, so I decided to try one for myself. I had no other choice, apart from being isolated at home. So, here I am, looking like an astronaut, feeling a little uncomfortable having to wear this, but knowing this will keep me safe and allow me to go out and about – it’s worth it. If you see me around wearing the respirator, please give me a smile, not a stare. I’d love you to say hi... but that’s up to you. Dianne Perry Horsham

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orest Fire Management Victoria’s Kathy Gosby, of Horsham, won recognition for more than 35 years of helping keep the state safe during emergencies.

DEDICATED: Forest Fire Management Victoria’s Kathy Gosby has received an Australian Fire Service Medal for her distinguished service in Horsham and across the state. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER region have also included regional agency commander, incident controller and planning officer. She was the first woman to achieve level-three incident controller accreditation within Victoria’s emergency management agencies. Ms Gosby said it had taken time to achieve a level-three accreditation. “Level three means we can lead responses to large fires and flood,” she said. “I have done flood work and assisted with Horsham’s 2020 tornado, so it’s moved from just doing fire work to doing all emergencies. “Even though DEECA is Forest Fire Management, we assist on all emergencies. Some staff even helped with

COVID response.” Ms Gosby’s significant work includes the PoolaijeloLangkoop Powers Creek fire, which burnt nearly 7500 hectares on New Year’s Eve 2021; multiple deployments to Tambo and Snowy Complex fires between Christmas Day, 2019 and February 8, 2020 during the Black Summer bushfires; and managing first response and suppression activities at Little Desert, Desert Discovery Walk and Pumpjack Track fires in November 2020, which were the largest bushfires on Victorian public land that year. She said one of the major changes she had seen throughout the years was the number of women employed in firefighting, which she hoped would

continue to increase. She said another major change was technology. “When I started, we had one computer in the office and now it’s all computer-driven,” she said. “There’s so much more information when it comes to fires, rather than just hearing it back through the radio. “We can even get real-time videos now from helicopters when there is a fire, which is so different.” Ms Gosby said she enjoyed working to achieve something for the community. “The best thing about firefighting is the experience of working in a very complex team doing very important work for the community,” she said. “For many of the community, it’s

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one of the worst days when a big fire is coming, but working for them in that moment is important.” Ms Gosby said one of the other joys of working in emergency management was always learning something new. “I think one of the more unusual experiences I have had was working at floods in Shepparton in about 2012, learning about pig biosecurity,” she said. “The pig farm was going to be impacted and had very strict biosecurity rules, so we had to understand them to ensure we could help them with managing the farm, and that was a very interesting process. “There’s always odd things that come up and you have to learn about them really quickly and understand new concepts.” Ms Gosby said it was humbling to receive an Australian Fire Service Medal. “I was very proud to receive it – it’s amazing to think about where we started,” she said. “I was speaking to a woman I started work with in 1988 and we said to each other, ‘imagine if we had been told in the tearoom that we would end up where we are now when there were hardly any women in Forestry, let alone the organisation’ – we wouldn’t have believed it.”

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She received an Australian Fire Service Medal, awarded for distinguished service by a member of an Australian fire service. Ms Gosby was one of two Forest Fire Management staff awarded the medal as part of Australia Day honours, for their work during some of the state’s worst emergencies including fire, flood and the COVID-19 response. Ms Gosby said she had worked across the state since starting in the industry in December 1988. She is now a senior business analyst with Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, DEECA, in Horsham. “I started work with Forestry in Noojee, Gippsland, and I worked in Forestry across Victoria up until 2000,” she said. “I have worked in Cohuna, Beaufort, Cann River and Portland. From there I went to Hume and was running a large reforestation project, which morphed into land management. “I was there until 2014, which meant I was involved in the ’03, ’06, ’09 and 2012 fires in Hume. “Since 2014 I have been in Horsham. I initially came here to develop the strategic fire plan and from there it evolved into a senior business analyst role, which is a lot of evaluation of all types of activities and is very varied in the projects I do.” Ms Gosby’s roles in the Grampians

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‘Sustainable’ hunt

he State Government has confirmed recreational duck and quail hunting will continue in Victoria, with an aim to make safe, sustainable and responsible changes.

The decision comes in response to Parliament’s inquiry into recreational native bird hunting arrangements. The government will accept seven of the select committee’s eight recommendations in full or in principle. More than 10,000 people and organisations contributed to the report, in the biggest response to a Parliamentary inquiry ever in Victoria. Changes from 2025 include improving hunters’ knowledge and skill by making education and training for hunters mandatory; stricter compliance levels, including further penalties for hunters breaking the rules; banning the use of lead shot for quail hunting; implementing the Waterfowl Wounding Reduction Action Plan, to reduce the risk of wounding; and greater recognition of Traditional Owners’ knowledge of hunting and land management. To guide the length and conditions of each duck season, the science-based Adaptive Harvest Management process will be implemented from 2025. Outdoor Recreation Minister Steve Dimopoulos said duck hunting was a legitimate activity and supported regional communities and economies.

“Our position has not changed and we are supporting recreational duck and quail hunting to continue in a safe, sustainable and responsible way with minimal harm to our environment,” he said. “We thank everyone who contributed to the inquiry – the process was about listening to different perspectives, and that’s exactly what we have done.”

‘Devastated’

RSPCA Victoria chief executive Liz Walker said she questioned how the decision to continue duck hunting was safe, sustainable or responsible. “Devastated doesn’t begin to cover it,” she said. “For more than 30 years RSPCA Victoria has been advocating for duck and quail hunting to be banned, and when the government’s own select committee recommended it be banned, we were cautiously optimistic we might finally see some change. “We were devasted to hear the Allan government has gone against the evidence and the views of most Victorians who support a ban. “Instead, the 2024 season length is nearly doubled, the bag limit has increased, and despite evidence, mandatory training isn’t effective in reducing wounding, and evidence enforcement across the state is impossible, it’s being called ‘safe, sustainable and responsible’ – it just doesn’t make sense.” Dr Walker said as the new

changes were unlikely to be put into place before the start of the 2024 season, she assumed the season would be unsafe, unsustainable and irresponsible. “At the very least the duck hunting season should be cancelled while the new training, compliance and enforcement program is implemented,” she said. Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Member for Lowan, Emma Kealy, said duck harvesting was sustainable, safe and had huge economic benefits. “It is not only a source of food but is also an activity passed through generations, which helps with land conservation,” she said. “The government has recognised recreational shooting as a legitimate pursuit.”

Limits

Mr Dimopoulos accepted the Game Management Authority’s recommendations for a 2024 duck season starting on April 10 and ending on June 5, inclusive. Hunting start times will be delayed to 8am for the entire season. A daily bag limit of six ducks per day applies and the Bluewinged Shoveler and Hardhead cannot be hunted for the 2024 season due to their threatened status. Determinations will be made as part of regular seasonal arrangements about sites where duck hunting will be prohibited.

READY FOR RUN: Denise Harmer, with her 1931 Ford sedan, and Heather and Lester Webb, with their 1967 Mustang, are looking forward to Horsham Old Skool Hotrod and Custom Club’s event starting on February 16. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Horsham to host rod run

Motoring enthusiasts are gearing up for the 2024 Hot Summer Nights Rod Run, which will be in Horsham for the first time, The Horsham Old Skool Hotrod and Custom Club has organised the three-day event, starting from February 16. The event includes a Friday night barbecue, Saturday evening cruise and a ‘show and shine’ on the Sunday at Sawyer Park. Club president Craig Hobbs said it would be the rod run’s first year in Horsham, after 14 years of the event at Halls Gap. “The beautiful new river precinct, the opportunity to expand and a helpful council were the biggest things that got it here,” he said. Mr Hobbs said the Horsham river precinct carpark would fill up with safely modified vehicles and other classic cars as the event kicked off on Friday evening with a sign-in and barbecue. “On the Saturday morning, people are free to just spend their time in Horsham before we go out on a drive in the afternoon,” he said. “Saturday night, they will be cruising around

the main street and CBD. There will be a constant procession of changing cars as well as hot-rods parked along the streets. “On the Sunday, at Sawyer Park there will be a car show. Entrants will enter for free and non-entrants will have to pay $10 to bring their car in. There will be a few stalls there that will have vintage clothing, vintage footwear, vintage signs, and there will be coffee and donuts as well.” Mr Hobbs said the event would bring an economic benefit to the town, with more than 100 cars entered several weeks in advance. “The caravan park has been booked out and everyone else is staying in hotels and motels around town, so it’s actually good for Horsham,” he said. “They are coming from interstate, as well as local, and it will bring people from as far away as Brisbane.” Mr Hobbs said the club would accept late entries on the Friday evening and Saturday morning, but people could enter online via the website oldskoolrods.com

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Priorities set for future care needs

rampians Health is taking steps to develop master plans for its Wimmera campuses.

The ‘Grampians Health Infrastructure Plan 2023-43’, released in December, is a step towards the master plan development and will guide delivery of facilities to enhance access to care and provide care closer to home. The infrastructure plan has three priority goals: Developing future-focused infrastructure to support healthcare services; enhancing technology, research and innovation to meet workforce and community needs; and demonstrating the responsible use of financial and environmental resources. Chief redevelopment and infrastructure officer, Veronica Furnier-Tosco, said Grampians Health Horsham campus officials were working with the Department of Health – one of 11 health services across the state – to develop Entity Services Plans, ESP. “Entity service planning is a new process used by the Department of Health to provide direction, improve decision-making, and ensure the efficient use of resources, and this piece of work is an initial step before opportunities to undertake master planning can be considered,” she said. “Horsham was chosen due to the size of the catchment population, and in recognition of the need for a review of current assets and infrastructure. “A community survey was made available to the catchment population, and community consultation sessions were also held as part of the ESP in December. “Feedback from the survey and consultation sessions will help inform the department’s ESP, which is due for release this year.”

Understanding the infrastructure requirements for the region’s future healthcare needs and priorities was among more than 200 recommendations listed in the health service’s 285-page Clinical Services Plan, released alongside its Strategic Plan in 2022. Ms Furnier-Tosco said the infrastructure plan’s release was an ‘exciting milestone’ for Grampians Health in ‘redefining’ the health care service’s landscape and enhancing patient care. “Infrastructure is not just about buildings; it’s about building a better future,” she said. “The infrastructure plan will undergo periodic updates every five years for the next two decades. “These updates will consider shifts in the environment stemming from policy and planning endeavours, economic fluctuations, demographic trends and technological advancements. “Each review conducted will also integrate modifications to service models and local requirements.”

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Ms Furnier-Tosco said staff contributed to a digital time capsule to mark the release of the infrastructure plan – writing a note or compiling images about their expectations of the health service by 2043. “We are delighted that our staff have provided overwhelmingly positive feedback since the infrastructure plan’s release,” she said. “The team is genuinely pleased to see the establishment of a comprehensive plan aimed at facilitating the creation of purpose-built facilities to elevate the standard of patient care. “As we progress with our plans, we remain committed to actively seeking input from our staff to further refine and align our campuses with the envisioned future.”

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ment at Horsham ED was to review the ‘fasttrack’ procedure and implement strategies such as nurse-initiated x-ray and analgesia. “We will also develop and trial a short stay for low-risk patients presenting with chest pain,” she said. “We have already introduced nurse-initiated pathology so that blood sample results are expedited and are monitoring the results from the initiative.” Ms Hudson said she was enjoying the challenge of her new role. “We want to reduce the length of stay on both admitted and non-admitted patients in the emergency department and part of the inpatient stream is helping to get those admitted patients from emergency to the wards as quickly as possible,” she said. “Our recently appointed ‘eagle’ nurse will help with that particular flow by keeping an eye on patients in ED and monitoring their care. We also have nurses overseeing both the ED system and the inpatient system. “My role is working closely with those nurses and reporting our results to the Department of Health.”

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The program is successfully improving literacy levels which goes on to have a massive impact on a young person or child’s school readiness and engaging parents in learning. We love ‘Let’s Read’, it’s one of our favourite programs and it really couldn’t happen without the support of the Horsham Sports & Community Club.

This grant goes on to support roughly 450 families, so it is a huge support. We think every child should have access to books in their home and this is one way we can support all families to do that. We’ve been really fortunate to have a partnership with HSCC since 2015, and have received other funding from them. They have had a direct impact on over 4000 children in that time who now have access to books. It’s a fabulous partnership and it has a huge impact on our local community.

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Police drive safety message H

BY ABBY WALTER

orsham division police officers conducted more than 1000 preliminary breath tests during a long weekend operation.

Operation Amity ran from January 25 to 28, with police aiming to reduce road trauma. Horsham Acting Superintendent Jo Janes said following a successful Operation Amity, police would continue to enforce road rules across the Wimmera. “We will be out there and visible even beyond the road policing operations,” she said. “Our members are out 24-7 doing road compliance and trying to keep community safety at the front of mind.” Acting Superintendent Janes said police were visible on the Australia Day long weekend and were targeting impaired driving, fatigue and speeding drivers, and trying to protect vulnerable road users. “We conducted 1112 preliminary breath tests in the Horsham division, which goes from Lake Bolac to Speed and from Horsham to the South Australian border,” she said. “There were 89 offences detected and three of those were driving under the influence of drugs. “We recorded someone speeding at 146kmh in a 100kmh zone on the Western Highway. “There were no fatalities, which we were extremely pleased about because we do not like our members going to fatalities, let alone the hurt and pain for families as the trauma is unfathomable.”

“There were 89 offences detected and three of those were driving under the influence of drugs. We recorded someone speeding at 146kmh in a 100kmh zone on the Western Highway”

– Superintendent Jo Janes

Speeding drivers made up almost half of the offences detected by police during the four-day statewide operation. Police detected 2261 speeding offences, with three-quarters for speeding between 10kmh and 25kmh more than the speed limit. A total of 5206 traffic offences were detected during Operation Amity. Victoria’s lives lost to date this year is 22, compared to 33 at the same time last year. Road Policing Assistant Commissioner Glenn Weir said despite warnings, a concerningly high number of motorists were speeding during long weekend operations. “Most speed detections are for low to mid-range speeding, which suggests to us that many motorists think it is acceptable to travel just a little bit over the speed limit,” he said. “What many motorists do not seem to grasp is that speeding continues to be the leading cause of serious injury and fatal collisions – a quarter of last year’s fatal collisions were as a result of speed. “We need people to stop being reckless and speeding unnecessarily to get to their destination faster – you’d rather arrive five or 10 minutes late, than not at all.”

HELPING OUT: Horsham Library support officer Karen Lyons is looking forward to working with Friends of the Libraries volunteers. Picture: WIMMERA LIBRARIES

Library calling for volunteer friends Horsham Library’s Friends of the Libraries volunteer group is active and looking for eager participants. Wimmera Libraries co-ordinator Sarah Wiesner said volunteers were invaluable to libraries and truly made a difference in what a library could offer the community. “With volunteers working alongside our staff, we can hear directly from the community what they want and need from us,” she said. “Aside from the physical help they provide, the information volunteers give us helps us to know we’re giving Horsham, Haven and surrounding communities what they need. “Volunteering is a wonderful

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kindness given to the library that we appreciate for exactly what it is, the people’s time invested in us to give back to everyone.” Friends of the Libraries group opportunities include hosting early years programs such as Rhymetime and Storytime; Home Library Service delivery and support; fundraising opportunities and support; event hosting and assistance; and general as-needed volunteering. Ms Wiesner said she was particularly looking forward to having volunteers for the Home Library Service delivery. “Home delivery service is something we are always happy to provide, but it comes with chal-

lenges,” she said. “Home patrons enjoy the social interaction with our visiting librarians, but often, our staff must hurry back to the library to continue their customer service duties. “With the help of volunteers, the service can become something more holistic, relaxed and personal, along with the regular delivery of books, audiobooks and other items.” People wishing to volunteer for Friends of the Libraries can email info@wimmeralibraries.vic.gov. au, phone 5382 5707 or visit the team at McLachlan Street, Horsham.

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Rees rewarded for research I

BY SEAN O’CONNELL

an Rees, of Horsham, has been awarded a life membership of the Wimmera Association for Genealogy.

Mr Rees, a member of 26 years, is ever-present at the association’s headquarters in the Mechanics Institute building in Pynsent Street, Horsham on Tuesday afternoons – when it is open to the public. He has been the association’s research officer for eight years, treasurer for 23 years, and has been compiling information into a comprehensive database for 25 years. The database includes photos, certificates of titles, electoral rolls and cemetery records. “I’ve taken 245,000 photos at the Public Records Office Victoria of early land selection records for this area, downloaded 9914 certificates of titles and made up a database for 853,000 entries of early Wimmera people,” he said. Mr Rees said early land selection records gave an insight into how land was distributed and paid off, with most blocks at that time being 320 acres and costing as little as one pound per acre. “Back when the land was thrown open for selection around the Wimmera here in the 1870s, government, like today, had heaps of paperwork,” he said. “Most of the files have at least 30 pages to one block of land for selection. “I’ve taken photos of the officiallooking bits of paper; they give all the details of the improvements to the blocks and the payments.”

LIFE MEMBER: Ian Rees was awarded a life membership of the Wimmera Association for Genealogy for his dedication as a genealogist and assisting others with their family history research. Mr Rees said his documenting of various records started out of personal interest and became a lengthy undertaking. “How it really started was I answered an email from a guy down in Gippsland who was wanting photos of the headstone of his ancestors in Horsham Cemetery,” he said. “Not knowing how much work was going to be involved, I volunteered and took photos of all the headstones in Horsham Cemetery and made up an excel spreadsheet with all the details.”

Mr Rees said his work at the cemetery allowed him to begin a database of Wimmera people, including hundreds-of-thousands of entries, which people interested in family history could draw upon. “Throughout the past 26 years, it’s kept on increasing,” he said. Mr Rees said people interested in accessing the database could visit the association. “We are open every Tuesday afternoon, so people who are either members or non-members can come in and there’s normally two or three

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committee members in our library,” he said. “People are totally amazed at the information there. “I can show them exactly where their ancestor’s block of land was. “I have all these records – there are even signatures on paperwork that their ancestors did 150 years ago.” Mr Rees said people could also send research requests to the association by visiting its website, home. vicnet.net.au/~wafg and clicking the ‘research’ tab.

Drop-in heavy vehicle update Heavy vehicle owners and drivers will have the chance to hear from industry experts and view road safety displays and presentations at Nhill Trailer Exchange next week. Horsham Rural City Council partnered with a group of organisations to present the event on February 14 and 15. Themes to be addressed include vehicle safety, roadworthiness, overloading, towing, fatigue, speed and a range of driver safety issues. Representatives of Victoria Police and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator will attend, with a focus on providing advice rather than enforcement. Horsham Rural City mayor Robyn Gulline said the event would also feature practical displays. “The aim is to give the heavy vehicle industry a chance to find out the latest tips to improve their road safety,” she said. “The Western Highway is one of the nation’s key interstate freight routes. Unfortunately it is over-represented in fatalities and serious injuries, so we are keen to do everything we can to help reduce the occurrence of these incidents. “The event is also relevant to local transport operators, including farmers and livestock transporters, and we thank the Department of Transport and Planning, which has funded this event through its Community Road Safety Grants.” Other key participants include the Department of Transport and Planning, Victorian Transport Association, Transport Workers Union, Livestock and Rural Transports Association of Victoria, Hindmarsh and Yarriambiack shire councils. The event is scheduled from 4pm to 11pm on both days. Drivers and operators are invited to attend the drop-in event based on their availability.

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Ongoing debate

s the federal parliamentary sitting year resumes in Canberra, Labor is dragging my Coalition colleagues and I into debating again the tax cuts that we passed five years ago in government – with Labor’s support.

Fresh from a divisive, half-a-billion-dollar doomed referendum in 2023, this distracted Labor government had a mid-January crisis brainstorm about tax cuts in Canberra at half-a-million-dollars’ further taxpayer cost because there is a by-election in South-East Melbourne. The Prime Minister and Treasurer promised 100 times to deliver the stage three tax cuts in full – and lied about not changing their position. Late last year I wrote to Mallee voters asking how they were coping with the costof-living crisis, and some of their stories were harrowing. Those on lower incomes need immediate help, but Labor’s tax thought-bubble in most cases would equate to about $15 a week, starting in 150 days’ time. Longer term, Labor’s tax proposal would do nothing to address bracket creep. Aspirational Australians, small business owners, farmers and others will end up in

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higher tax brackets under Labor. Farmers, for example, have significant costs. High revenue does not equate to living the high life. The Coalition always supports lower taxes. The Coalition-legislated stage three tax cuts were important to reward the hardworking Australians who carried the nation through significant government restrictions and business distress during the pandemic. Let’s not forget the other key takeaway here – you cannot trust the Albanese Labor government. The tax cuts debate shows that Labor will promise one thing before or even after an election, but when politically expedient they will do something completely different. A Coalition return to government cannot come soon enough for Mallee voters, so we can unwind the damage of this untrustworthy, distracted and hopefully one-term Labor government.

Opportunity for ‘tiny towns’ Member for Lowan Emma Kealy is urging small communities across western Victoria to apply for funding under the Tiny Towns program. Grants range from $5000 to $50,000 and are aimed at infrastructure projects such as playgrounds, community hall and library upgrades, hiking trails and splash parks. Community and non-profit groups and councils in towns with a population of up to 5000 people can apply.

RURAL DOCTORS: East Grampians Health Service 2024 Deakin University Doctor of Medicine program staff and students are excited to be the first cohort to complete the program.

Ms Kealy said tiny towns were the backbone of many regional areas, providing a crucial hub for many people living in the country, as well as an attractive destination for tourists. “Through this program, communities can apply for grants to help deliver projects that benefit locals and help attract visitors.” Applications close on February 25. More information is available via rdv.vic.gov.au/ grants-and-programs/tiny-towns-fund

First step in healthy partnership Aspiring doctors of the Wimmera have begun their Deakin University medical studies in Ararat and Warrnambool. This is the first time students entering Deakin’s Doctor of Medicine program have started the first year of their degrees in southwest and western Victoria. East Grampians Health Service chief executive Nick Bush said it was a great day for the Wimmera to have the first rural cohort of Deakin University medical students start at Ararat. He said he was grateful to the university’s Dean of the School of Medicine, Professor Gary Rogers, who had a vision to train people in their community to be doctors. “Professor Rogers had to seek agreement from the university to alter the entrance requirements to ensure people from the Wimmera could be recruited,” Mr Bush said. “A paramedic, nurse and school

teacher from Horsham will study medicine at Ararat, joining a radiographer from East Grampians Health Service, in Ararat.” Mr Bush said he was thankful to the health service’s visiting medical officers from Ararat Medical Centre, particularly doctors Pieter Pretorius, Michael Connellan, CS Wong and Prasad Fonseka, who had a long-term commitment to teaching Deakin University students in the rural city. “This, I am sure, made the Deakin University decision to offer the course at Ararat an easy one,” he said. Mr Bush said the EGHS building team constructed a practical laboratory during the festive period to ensure students had a top-class learning environment. “I wish all students well with their studies and look forward to building on the rural training program in Ararat,” he said. Professor Rogers said the opportunity to deliver a full rural

medical degree was exciting for the university and for the 30 students who would complete their studies closer to home. “Previously, our medical students all completed the first and second year of their degrees at our Waurn Ponds campus in Geelong and then dispersed across regional Victoria and Melbourne to complete their third and fourth placement years,” he said. “This year, we have 30 students in our rural training stream studying at Deakin’s new rural learning campuses for the MD, 15 students in Warrnambool and 15 students at East Grampians Health Service in Ararat. “This is an important step in our commitment to recruiting and retaining rural students to work as doctors in their communities. “It’s really important that students from our region remain living in and connected to their communities while completing their medical studies.”

Community Update Current vacancies Are you interested in a career with Northern Grampians Shire Council. To view current vacanices, please visit www.ngshire.vic.gov.au/careers

Your library is more than just books! Call into your library and see what is happening. There is something for everyone. St Arnaud: 03 5495 2188 Stawell: 03 5358 1274

GREEN FOGO Waste A friendly reminder to be vigilant about the type of waste that gets placed in your GREEN FOGO bin each fortnight. It might seem like a small thing but when we don't get it right, we might be contaminating a lot more than just our own bin. Remember - plastic and compostable bags don’t belong in a green bin! Any general rubbish or recycling that is put in a green bin means that the food and organics load will be classified as contaminated and cannot be processed. This can undermine an entire community's effort to reduce the waste going to landfill and increase the cost of recycling moving forward.

Out of date, inedible food Coffee grounds and loose-leaf tea Dairy products, including yoghurt Leaves, plants, twigs, grass and weeds Fruit and vegetable scraps Meat, seafood, bones and egg shells

Plastic including biodegradable or non-certified compostable plastics Coffee pods or tea bags Kitty litter or animal droppings Tree branches or stumps Liquids Nappies or wet wipes If you would like more information on our Food Organics Garden Organics trial or to download a digital copy of the 2024 FOGO Recycling Calander, please visit our website at www.ngshire.vic.gov.au/Projects-and-Consultation/HaveYour-Say/St-Arnaud-Kerbside-FOGO-trial

Have you prepared your property for fire season?

Property owners must continue to meet fire prevention responsibilities. The best way to minimise risk is to reduce the fuel load present on and around your property. Additional mowing or slashing will likely be needed due to the rainfall throughout December and January. Northern Grampians Shire Fire Danger Period 06 November 2023 - 01 May 2024 YOU MUST reduce the fuel load on your property: Mow or slash grass and weeds to less than 10cm in height Rake up leaves and bark in the immediate area around buildings Prune low branches from around buildings and fences Remove rubbish and garden waste Visual Merchandising for Business Workshop Stawell Did you know that Visual Merchandising affects businesses of all types? From retail shops to cafes and restaurants, merchandising can have a direct influence on your foot traffic and sales. Pop Creative Collective will showcase local and global examples of best practice retail design and visual merchandising techniques. Topics include brand identity, shopfront presentation, window displays, instore merchandising and creating captivating shopping experiences.

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Drop in! Vsit our Hub Connections Officer for a cuppa and a chat. St Arnaud Shire Office 40 Napier Street, St Arnaud

The workshop will begin at Chris n Di’s Bakery for a presentation, followed by a walk up Main Street to see a window display the team has created. Workshop bonus: Every attendee will receive a Shopfront Maintenance Kit with a copy of the Visual Merchandising booklet prepared by the presenter.

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Council meetings are held in the Council Chambers, Pleasant Creek Historic Precinct, Stawell and the Perry Room, St Arnaud Town Hall, St Arnaud. All council meetings are open to the public and are livestreamed to council’s YouTube channel. You are welcome to attend in person or online.

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Rupanyup school population grows BY SEAN O’CONNELL

n influx of new faces has seen Rupanyup Primary School’s student population boosted to 35.

Acting principal Jane McLean said six foundation students started in term one and she believed the increased number of enrolments was the highest in several years. “There’s quite a number of new families starting this year and there’s more siblings to come along,” she said. Foundation student Liam Trotter said he enjoyed playing with toys since starting at the school. Classmates Georgie McAllister and Grace Cooper said they had enjoyed playing on the school’s playground. Mrs McLean said other offerings at or near the school, including an on-site preschool program and kindergarten in town, had also influenced enrolments. “I think the out-of-school care program and the playgroup program the Rupanyup Primary School hosts plays a significant

role in encouraging people to come to the school,” she said. “Before and after school care enables the students to stay at their local school.” Mrs McLean said the number of new students starting was encouraging and would benefit students already at the school and future enrolments. “With those sorts of numbers, it enables extra activities to happen. It’s good for peer interaction for the students,” she said. “It enables two classrooms to operate, which helps individual teaching, because you are breaking it down and not teaching at such a broad level. “We have a tutoring program, we have specialist art, sports and science programs, Auslan with a couple of extra teachers that come in – and that helps to develop the whole child. “It’s a bit of a fallacy, people think you have to go to a big school to get everything, when in fact a small school provides so WELCOME: Rupanyup Primary School foundation students, seated from left, George Rodier, Grace Cooper, Georgie much more, it’s a much more en- McAllister, Isaac Foster, Joseph Knight and Liam Trotter, joined grade two students Rhett Rutherford, left, and Elaina riching, personalised education.” Grice, right, when term one began. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

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Octavia Purchase starting her first day of foundation.

Freddie Matthews ready for his first day of school.

Ethan Ellifson heading into year seven.

Years one, three and six for Cleo, Abel and Evie.

Tessa and Bree on their first day of school.

Harlow Watts starting her first day of foundation.

Indie Myers starting year one at Dimboola primary.

Carter Walters about to start school for the first time.

Elsa Arnold on her first day at Horsham Primary School.

Christian Duncan starting year five at Warracknabeal Primary School.

Carly Bennett, year eight, Warracknabeal High School, Jamie Mayes, year one, and Rory Mayes, year nine at Warracknabeal Special Developmental School.

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From The Weekly Advertiser archives: February 13, 2003 – Horsham Bands U-Jorgan, Blackboard Jungle and Attack of the Clowns entertained a huge cabaret crowd of more than 300 at Horsham Town Hall on Saturday night. The bands played for free to help raise money for the Victorian Anti-Cancer Council and promote Relay For Life. New band Attack of the Clowns, pictured, featuring Patrick Baggoley, Mark Dougherty, Andy Ballinger and Russell Koenig, thrilled the crowd with their full-throttle, modern rock numbers.

5. AFL coaching legend John ‘Jack’ Kennedy coached what Wimmera Football League club to a 1966 grand final?

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The Nationals are on the hunt for a new candidate for one of the safest seats in Victoria, with confirmation Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty, 64, will retire from politics. Nationals Lowan electoral committee vice-chairman Bill Ower said the vacancy represented an attractive option for ‘a number’ of politically-minded people in the region.

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As we move forward, there is a notable uptick in energy levels that could inspire some individuals to pursue new job opportunities. Additionally, the romantic realm may bring about unexpected and exciting changes.

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A Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation study highlighted the negative and complex impacts and harm to the mental health of adults exposed to their parent’s gambling during childhood. It comes as 2020-21 gambling foundation data showed people visiting three Horsham venues put more than $27,000 a day, on average, through poker machines – for a total spend of $5.8 million across the financial year.

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Community leaders have invited people to make the most of remembrance rails at Haven, south of Horsham, to acknowledge ‘someone or something’ special. They have invited people to either consider or look beyond Black Saturday fires for which the rails were built, for reasons to attach a personal lock to the structure. Governor Linda Dessau’s unveiling of the community rails at the weekend was a major highlight of commemorative activities marking 10 years since fires ravaged the district.

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Kelpie x Coolie Pups, ready to go, born 15.10.23, raised Animals & Accessories with kids, dark M, m/chip 1998 Jayco Westport, full 953010006206887,source Border Collie Pups, ready # MB238326, $250 Ph Jo annexe, a/c, oven, microwave, always shedded, many extras 1/02/2024 MB151944, mchip# 0410331573 $22,000ono Ph 0419514118 985141007305092,-5095,- One persian female sheep 5096,-5097,Tri-colored, 3 boys with a baby 2 weeks old 1999 Jayco 16’ pop-top caravan with unused annex, 1 girl, $900 Ph 0457691897 $250ono Ph 0481756063 GC $14,500 Ph 0400823134 Parrots for sale, hand raised, 2000 Jayco Freedom pop-top, young green cheek conures, alum frame, tandem, elec extremely friendly, young brakes, 12V sys, light truck aviary bred bourkes/ turks Ph tyres, island d/bed, new 0408535515 mattress, m/wave, upright Bristlenose catfish, great tank Pups Kelp-Collie x engel fridge/ freezer(270), r/ cleaners $5ea until sold out Ph St Poodle. well loved, out awning & annexe & extras, 0474159010 after 6.30pm ready, suit family w kids, $16,900ono Ph 0400894020 Budgies, assorted colours $10 source:MB223023 vet-checkd 2012 Jayco Starcraft 14’ mchip 953010006636005,006, pop-top Outback, always each Ph 0417533579 953010006635755,857,861,87 shedded, many extras $18,000 Budgies, assorted colours, 0,874,994, visits welcome Ph Ph 0427523264 Ararat pastels $10 each Ph 0458169182 0419505737 Purebred German Shepherd, Doberman pups, 4x girls black/ 8wks, black and tan, great tan, 4x boys 3 black/tan and 1 temperament, toilet trained, brown/tan, ready to go, m/c # straight, two boys and three 956000014813157/14702252 girls, source# MB115424, m/ /14697789/14699139/148457 chip# 956000016586733/6872 71/14850566/14817621/1481 89/6693126/6668157/6681104 2015 New Age Manta Ray 19E, EC, always shedded, 0773 $2000 Ph 0431982052 Ph 0421018631 AL-KO electronic stability The Weekly Advertiser welcomes your advertising. We are required strictly by law to include specific information on some items when publishing your adv your obligations are as follows: ANIMALS *All “for sale” or “to give away” advertisements, for either cats or dogs must include one of the following: • Individual microchip numbers • Vet certificate to exclude individual animals from needing microchips • Domestic animal-business number PLUS a source number from the Pet Exchange Register LIVESTOCK *Selling, giving away or bartering of all livestock must include a Property Identification Code (PIC number) in the advertisement.

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REDUCED Kelpie Puppies ready for a new home, friendly and playful. Working parents, 2F Tricolour. DOB 4/09/23, Source # EE208536, m/chip 956000014847538, 956000014819996, 956000014698867, 956000014697120 $300 plus Gst ono Ph Tim 0491895301

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Roosters, ducks and guinea foul wanted Ph 0469740723 Suffolk Rams, 18 months old,fully vaccinated, OB accredited, PIC3SGP010, ready to work, good bloodlines, well grown, $8000 plus GST, can arrange delivery Ph 0429196337 Wanted Person to look after 10 yr old greyhound placid female, odd times, ongoing and will pay Ph David- 0427864628 White Suffolk Maiden ewes, 4 x 22 drop, 2 x 21 drop, October shorn and vacc ready to join PIC# 3GMBM068 $120ea Ph 0428224090 Balmoral

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control, 120 watt solar panel and 2x120 AGM batteries, 2 spare tyres and boot on the rear of van, includes folly enclosed annex $50,000 Ph 0428982514

Galaxy 2007, new Tebbs annexe, a/c, oven, fridge, rego, batteries $25,000ono Ph 0402933972 Jayco Finch pop top caravan, 2 double beds with fly mesh, electric brakes, boat racks and an annex, $15,000 Ph 53582560 Stawell Jayco Starcraft 2011, EC, -always kept in a shed- 19’ 6, queen island bed, reverse AC, 3 way fridge, separate shower and toilet, washing machine, TV/DVD, 2 large extra storage boxes on A frame, solar, 1860 tare $35,000neg Ph 0418777440

Lumberjack Johanna Light camper trailer, with full annexe and solar panel, toilet/ shower annexe with hot water, 2021 model in EC $20,000 Ph 0427680253 Safari Delta 216, 21’6” 2015 build, full ensuite, q/bed, full solar independent off road suspension, full oven, large fridge, microwave, washing machine, leather seating, large oven, full length annexe, colour coded to match van, this is the van with the lot, selling due to no further use $49,700ono Ph 0429198599

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2018 Skamper Kamper 4X4 forward fold camper Trailer Everything included ready to hook up & go QS Inner spring mattress Aust Ultimate H/D independent Suspension EverKool G75L Fridge/Freezer Premium Slide Out S/S Kitchen Dometic 3 Burner Stove 150Ltr Water tanks Joolca Hottap Hot Water 2 X 120A Century AGM Batteries 160W Fold up Solar Panels H/D ARK Swing up jockey wheel Full Annex, Eun suite, PVC Flooring Travel Annex Boat Rack, Loading Roller & O/B motor Bracket. $18,500 ONO O428990602

Seeking Individual Support Worker (Ageing) to provide in-home care, Horsham based, duties include, dressing, bathing, toileting, minimum 1 overnight + 1 day shift per week, male or strong female ideal, Italian/English language skills ideal, more detail on enquiry Ph 0439307176

farm machinery Backhoe Daken series 2, log grab, 12” bucket, 3PTO linkage, PTO pump/tank suit 30+ hp, as new $6500 Ph 0448826464 Page 35

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household items

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Pacific pressure washer, 2.5hp, elec motor, Victor rotary hoe, Anchor 2ton pulley block, 280mm dia, 3kva Modra generator, 8.5hp motor, fold up Sherwell Auger 50’, 9”, runs single bed, call for prices Ph Case 1660 header, 25ft front well $15,000 plus Gst ono Ph 0429821539 and trailer. No longer needed 0429911201 Roll top desk, beer fridge, ph. 0429911201 Silos Vennings, 10 tonne, GC Haier fridge freezer, wooden King single trundle latex frame tennis table, will bed, spotless, no animals, sell Fiat 513R Tractor, goes well, $1760 each Ph 0427716088 separate Ph 0429093269 price $550, two beds for the roll bar and reliable, $5000ono Simpson auto washing price of one, very convenient for sale Ph 0419134855 machine, Hisense chest for spare room, top quality from Fire-fighting tank, poly 3000L, NATURSLEEP Hawthorn Vic 2 of 225- 40x19 Michelin pilot freezer and bar fridge, will GC $1760 Ph 0427716088 Ph 0427042750 Nhill separate Ph 0408504550 sport tyres, approx 65% tread Fuel trailer, 650ltr $2200 Ph $120 Ph 0419823241 marine 0427716088 Cattle scales Gallagher, Goldacres boomspray, never used, still in box, load 17’ speedboat Caribbean 150 prairie advance, 30m boom, bars, 600ml, 2500kgs, stainless V6 Yamaha on a Brooker tilt 5000L tank Ph 0428899260 trailer, dual axle, motor has steel platform, best offer over done 230hrs, VGC, all ski gear Gypsum, lime, compost and all $2000 Ph 0438096662 with the boat including boat granulated fertilizer spreading, Chicken manure, ex sheds or cover, priced to sell $10,000 Ph modern 4wd trucks, Floatation composted available now The Strombeg Carlson timber 0407084235 tyres, GPS and scales, call Good Dirt Company Lethbridge radio, 1930, VG original 3.7 Boat and cover, on aussie working condition Ph 53824316 Adam Ph 0427552432 Vic Ph 0409889250 trailer with a yamaha 15HP Hay caps, Horwood Bagshaw, Chipper mulcher mobile Table, black steel, glass top, motor, $5000 Ph 53582560 Chisel plow, various used heavy duty, GX390, 12hp, with three chairs, GC, outdoor Stawell 3.8 Savage aluminium boat, fencing materials, water honda motor $2800 Ph $50 Ph 0419560817 new 18 hp Tohatsu motor, 0448826464 troughs, 3pl mulcher Ph Biminis, Eagle fish finder, 0429821461 Mackay galvanised trailer, GC, Header NH TR88 with 36’ $3700 Ph 0428826113 McDon front 960, ready to go Hobie Mirage Passport 12.0 $25,000, Jaeske field bin, 28 pedal kayak with motor, 50AH tonne $5500 Ph 0428946395 lithium battery and motor controller, extra hatch covers John Deere 3010 tractor with added $2,500 Ph 0407305457 Windmill, Yellowtail, 10 foot cab, 1965 model, rear tires 40 fan on 20 foot stand, Aermotor Stacer 400 bass EVO % front tires 60%, runs well Chook house, 1500mm long Siphon pump, can see aluminium hull GN915, 25HP $8000 Ph 0438951101 1400mm wide 1800mm high, working $2500 plus GST Ph mercury 2 stroke, dunbier Macey Field Bin in GO $3000 nest box attached keep your 0427581825 trailer P72-007, no salt water, Ph 0429857207 chickens safe from predators Workshop manuals, parts, all EC, $7500 Ph 0428825864 books and catalogues Ph MF tea 20 with 2 spare rear $350 Ph 53583400 wheel rims 1 with tyre Ph Doll collection, cellulord, porcelain and collectables, $2500 0419574884 Pallet Racking Heavy duty, leather handbags, brand names, tapestries large variety 5.6m high, $50 per end, $15 Ph 0498621118 per rail Ph 0428523919 Full set of pads for evap REDUCED Chamberlain cooler, new still in box, C670 Tractor starts and runs can be cut to size $400 Ph well $3600, Morton Baker Wool 0417166277 Press $2500, New Holland Small Bale Pick Up Loader $600, all in working order excess to requirements, all prices plus Gst Ph 0400603022

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household items Bunk beds, black tubular metal frames with mattresses, VGC $300ea Ph 53564288 Click clack bed and 3 seater leather couch Ph 0439220899

Household items, Diamond Creek round pedestal table $140, buffet three door 3 draw $140, pine dressing table with mirror $50, double bed with frame bass, combination steel and timber head and foot, $100, 2x single bed Antique head and foot set, $30 each Home exercise machine, full set Ph 0428504569 body workout using vibrating system $120 Ph 0417166277

REDUCED Field Bins, 2 Jaeschke 32t field bins, one with square top lids with and sight glasses $9000, large round top one with normal lids $8000, 2 Macey 28t $2500, all prices plus Gst Ph0400603022 Jumbuck outdoor gas oven, Sherwell auger 33ft by 9 trolley and cover, new condition inches, 20hp, van guard, $250 Ph 0448826464 electric start motor, no fertiliser Lavour Wash combo FF70, used, easy to handle, always diesel shed heater and GT cold shedded, VGO $7500 plus Gst pressure washer $600 both Ph Ph 0429979100 0448826464

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garage sales

31 Anderson Street, Dimboola

Saturday, February 10 9am to 1pm

Collectables, tools, vintage meat safes, free items, $1 table and miscellaneous items.

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Load Leveller Weight Distribution kit for towing, suitable for caravans, horse floats etc. Ball weight 165kg, new never been used, $250 Ph 0407046864 Horsham

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Electric Recliner lift chair, 2002 Kia Rio sedan, manual, $1500, Ph 0435787449, pick low mileage, EC, for details phone and leave message, up Horsham RTP085 $3000 Ph 0498621118 Gopher Red Top Gun “Mustang”, 2years old, Motor Vehicles near new, $4500ono Ph $3000 - $10,000 0427857510 1995 Ford Laser 4 door hatch, Mobility aids, various items, ladies car, auto, lovely car, including walker, commode, VGC, only done 195,000kms, shower chair Ph 0429821539 NIR984 $3200 Ph 0408038452

1999 Holden Rodeo, 4x4 UTE, 50th anniversary edition, 5 speed manual, diesel, no RWC, Roho Brand Permobill dry VIN # JAATFS55HX7102664, floatation pressure cushion 26,2000kms, $4800ono Ph and cushion cover, $250 ono, Rob 0407473932 Hopetoun Ph 0435787499 9am- 5pm

2010 Holden VE Commodore wagon, auto, leather interior, near new tyres, RWC optional, 1WI40G Seat Walker, GC, $175ono, Ph 167,000kms, $8000ono Ph 0437390737 0435787499

2011 Holden Cruze CDX Sedan, green, auto, just serviced, excellent running order, some external dents, Vin# 6G1PESES1BL550662, 137600km 1HO9DL $5900 0434557919

Single electric/adjustable bed, includes mattress,used but in EC, hardly used,Includes as new Health Flex mattress topped with bamboo fabric, designed for pressure redistribution, purchase price $5000, sell for $2500ono Ph0435787449 Walker,4 wheels with seat, adjustable, light weight, EC $80 Ph 0419560817

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Household items, glassware, old furniture.

Motor Vehicles $10,000 - $20,000

2014 Navara D40 ST, 4x4, canopy, tow bar, new W/ screens, back shockers, will come with 3months rego and RWC, reg 1D19LN, very low kms 135,000, $19,750ono Ph 0409210594 Harley Davidson, custom 1956 frame black, 200 rear end, stretched tanks 3-inch belt drive primary RevTech 4 speed ratchet, with extras, will go quick $18,000 Ph 0423859198

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Mercedes Benz 2010, 300 sports model 4wd diesel, automatic, no rwc, 213795km VIN# WOC1641202A593713 $14,300ono Ph 0429911201

Motor Vehicles over $20,000

2011 White Nissan Navara D40 STX550 V6 twin cab, auto, diesel, bull bar, driving lights, snorkel, long range fuel tank, dual battery system, 2 inch lift kit, canopy, hard top tonneau cover and roll bar, 1 owner, serviced regularly, rego paid until 23/12/2024, comes with RWC, engine number: V9X007595C, 297,500kms, YTZ 215 $25,600ono Ph Craig 0429832207 2016 VF SSV Series II Redline, sunroof. 6.2 LS 3, auto. 88,000kms, white with black roof, beautiful car to drive 1UY9ZJ $57,995 Ph 0427015393

2017 Toyota Fortuner Crusade 4WD 2.8L TD, 7 Seats, excellent condition for age, bull bar, tow bar, spotlights & UHF radio included, fully serviced at Horsham Toyota, RWC included, 137000km, REDUCED 2000 Mitsubishi 1KQ9HU $44, 500 neg please Triton, 4WD Twin cab UTE call or text for more information with canopy, GC, rides well, 0423024026 tinted windows, timing chain, 2019 Toyota Hilux SR5 6-spd RWC, 270,000kms, PZP173 auto 4x4 turbo diesel, double $6000ono Ph 0438922730 cab, silver with black interior/

Wheelchair a n d 2008 Colorado Ute, canopy, Compression cushion, VGO GC, serviced regularly, $600ono Ph 0427857510 254,221kms, reg till July 2024, WVR283 $14,000 Ph 0448504021 Stawell motorcycles

9am to 1pm

Saturday, February 10

Hyundai iLoad, 6 seater, manual, diesel, 2,04,000kms, rego YPK951, $15,000 Ph 0497205899

Motor Vehicles under $3000

Educational resources, craft, books, furniture, puzzles, bar fridge, storage, shelving & more!

2 Turnbull Drive, Horsham

Motor Vehicles $10,000 - $20,000

motor vehicle accessories

Viking Fisherman canoe with 5x Hankook Dynapro ATM paddles, 3.6mtrs, with wheels Tyres, 31.10, 5OR, 15 lt, 95% thread with black Sunraysia $900 Ph 0419590475 wheels, 6 stud, will not seperate $800 ono Ph 0418203511 Mobility Accessories Dave anytime

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BT 50 2007 UTE, 3lt turbo diesel, VGC, express pass on vehicle, bull bar, driving lights, ARB Canopy, extra fuel tanks 50lts, roof rack, 6mths rego, 300,000kms, N4372 $14,000 Ph 0407084235

leather seats, tinted windows, nudge bar, roll bar, tow bar, silver hard lid tub cover, 5-star ANCAP safety features, lady’s vehicle in superb condition, no trade work or dents, 91000km, BDG112, $53,000, Ph 0409355611

2022 Toyota Hi Lux Workmate, manual, petrol 4X2 tray, as new, reverse camera, first reg in Feb 2023, recently serviced, 12 months reg, RWC, 28,000km, 1WN4LZ $28,500, Horsham, Ph 0428504171

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Motor Vehicles over $20,000

wanted

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Casual handyman wanted for odd jobs, suit semi retired person Ph 0427361940

Ford Performance FPV 2005 GT BA Mk 11, finished in Rapid Yellow, 5.4 It Boss 290 engine, six speed manual, service history, full books with leather compendium and verification certificate, 2 keys, push button start, leather FPV sports steering wheel, factory ordered and upgraded GT-P wheels, air conditioning, cruise control, tinted windows, premium sound system, dual climate control, immaculate condition inside and out, low kms for age 120,***km, 1VJ8EZ $45,000 Ph 0407046864

Public Notices

Dimboola Natimuk Lutheran Parish

Sunday, February 11th

Wanted, Land to Lease or Share-Farm anywhere south of Horsham, from 100 acres to 700 acres, cropping country Farm land approx. 110 acres preferred Ph Roger Hallam at for shared lease, located Mockinya 0418822700 on the fringe of Hopetoun 3396, suitable for cropping, grazing, solar farming or Public Notices other use, 3 phase power is available, long or short term lease Ph Lawrence to discuss 0414587676

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Notice is hereby given that it is the intention of the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action to grant a licence under Section 130 of the Land Act 1958 to Edward Bruce Johnson over Water Frontage Licence being part of Crown Allotment 94A, abutting Crown Allotments 94 & 78, Parish of Dollin for the purposes of Riparian Management. Further information or comments can be lodged with the Property Officer, Jess Dickerson on 04 3791 3538 within 14 days. Ref: 3003001

Holden WB Panel Van 1983, 6 cylinder petrol/gas, 3spd manual, VGC, extra parts included, FSE369 $35,000ono Ph 0407614706

Silver 2007 Toyota Landcruiser GXL V8 Diesel, EC with accessories, locally purchased and owned, 298,000kms, WEU939 $47,500 Ph 0428 820 445

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Musical Instruments

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Antique German violin, bow and case, excellent playing condition $550 Ph 0417886268

Changes Everything changes, nothing stays the same. It’s not just test cricket anymore. Cricket now has the big bash 20/20 game, there are super overs and coloured uniforms. Tennis tournaments update their programmes. Women’s sport has much more equal billing, which is great; and so on. Maybe I have been watching too much sport on the TV over summer but I was wondering why we accept changes in some parts of our lives and not others.

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Church’s also change in how they express worship. Guitars and drums alongside organs and keyboards. Live streaming and watching services from your home; just to mention a couple. For some people all the changes are too much and too fast to be comfortable. For others the changes are not fast enough. But changes of expression, in music and many other ways, does not change the core message. Just as tweaking a sports rules does not change the fundamentals of the game. The central message of love of the creator God for all people and all of the creation is unchanged. God who is the same, yesterday, today and tomorrow. Author: Susan Hobbs, Uniting Church Pastor

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Food Enterprise Assistant

HINDMARSH SHIRE COUNCIL

12 Months Fixed Term (0.8 - 1.0 FTE)

NOMINATIONS EXTENDED FOR THE 2024 HINDMARSH SHIRE YOUTH COUNCIL

The Centre for Participation has been successful in gaining one of seven grants from VicHealth to develop a Food Hub to help boost the way we grow, buy and share food.

Council currently has two vacancies for the Hindmarsh Shire Youth Council for 2024. Are you someone aged 12–25 who either lives, works, or attends school within Hindmarsh Shire? Do you see yourself as a leader, and who wants to create change? Who wants to improve the lives of their friends and peers? This is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills and meet new people from across the Shire. If this is something you’re interested in, we encourage you to become a 2024 Youth Councillor.

We can help

The application form, consent form and further information is available online at www.hindmarsh.vic.gov.au/applyfor-youth-council, online via links on our Facebook Page, or at the Hindmarsh Shire Customer Service Centres at Dimboola, Jeparit, Nhill and Rainbow.

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For more information contact Youth Officer, on 03 5391 4444 or email youth@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au Monica Revell Acting Chief Executive Ofﬁcer

The principles that will underpin the development of the Wimmera Food Collective include: ‘By the community, for the community’, that is, established and operated based on specific, well understood needs and wants of local communities in the context of the local food system. A strong emphasis on accessibility and affordability, including ensuring fair prices for vendors while maintaining affordability for consumers. A priority on local producers and the local food system, ensuring that the Food Collective support and supplement (rather than, for example, compete with) the local food system. A focus on the Target Communities who actively participate in the Food Collective (e.g. as customers, producers, vendors, managers, etc.) and their needs drive the ‘look and feel’, produce, programming and operation of the Food Collective . This is a meaningful position and we want the successful applicant to be part of the journey creating the Hub.

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Applications close: 11:59 PM AEDT, 18 February 2024 Join us in this new exciting social enterprise adventure! For further information visit our website or contact Jessica Koenig-Fisher on 0474 139 378 or jessica@cfp.org.au. To apply, you must submit an application addressing the key selection criteria to vacancy@centreforparticipation.org.au by Sunday 18 February 2024.

Join Our Board and Shape the Future! Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you possess valuable skills and experiences that can contribute to the strategic direction and oversight of an organisation dedicated to fostering positive change? If so, we invite you to consider joining our dynamic team as a Director!

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WALK AND DELIVER PAPERS

If you are aged between 18 and 25 years old, join us in this new exciting social enterprise, the Wimmera Food Collective!

YOU!

As a Director, you play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation. You will be part of a diverse and committed Board working towards the betterment of our community, with a focus on governance, strategic oversight, and ensuring our organisation thrives. We currently have three vacancies on our Board and are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who are enthusiastic, dedicated, and bring expertise in areas such as governance, disability, aged care, fundraising, financial sustainability, and local regional understanding (Wimmera Southern Mallee). Prospective Directors should possess governance experience and align with the values of diversity and inclusion. We particularly encourage those with expertise in the mentioned sectors to apply. Your involvement as a Director offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of our organisation. Take the first step by submitting your Expression of Interest, and together, let’s make a positive impact on our community. For any queries or clarifications, feel free to contact Robbie Millar, our Board Secretary, at 0427 503 679. Join us in creating a brighter future! How to Apply To express your interest, submit your Expression of Interest by COB Monday 12 February 2024 to secretary@ centreforparticipation.org.au.

Independent Living Services Manager (1.0 FTE)

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Join our dedicated team as the Independent Living Services Manager, leading a comprehensive suite of support services aimed at enhancing the well-being and independence of our elderly and diﬀerently-abled community members. This role involves strategic planning, program development, and operational management across various domains, including community transport, social support, support for carers, home help & personal care, gardening, and home maintenance.

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This is a full-time position, subject to continued funding with a salary range from $96k to $101K along with generous salary packaging. For further information visit our website or contact Robbie Millar on 0427 503 679 or robbie@cfp.org.au. To apply, you must submit an application addressing the key selection criteria to vacancy@centreforparticipation.org.au by COB Monday the 4th of March 2024. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our community members. Apply now and be a part of our passionate and dedicated team!

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DELIVERY DRIVERS (Truck & Van) REQUIRED Require for local and Wimmera regional freight deliveries, based in Horsham. TRUCK DRIVING: Must have HR or above licence, plus Forklift licence preferred ( or willing to obtain one ) Must be neat, clean, and well presented, must be able to work autonomously & be flexible in role. Successful applicants will be required to operate multiple scanners. • Above award wage paid. • Immediate start to successful candidate. Email resume to: wayne@cthorsham.com.au Or drop into Oﬃce at 52 Vine Ave Sth, Horsham during hours of 8.30am - 5.00pm Mon-Fri

Project Administrator Full time position in Minyip

You can be more than part of your community be someone making a difference for people in your community

This new, permanent role will suit an experienced and flexible Administration professional, with previous construction or heavy industry experience.

**Attractive salary packaging in addition to salary** See our website for further information

The work is fast-paced and broad in scope, promising a challenging a rewarding environment. The position reports to the Project Director.

Employment Opportunities

We are seeking committed and passionate people who are ready for exciting and rewarding careers in our growing community health organisation

Occupational Therapist 22.8 hours per week $36.22 to $52.72 per hour Contact: Kristy Price Closing: 12pm Monday 12 February 2024 To download a position description and key selection criteria form visit our website: gch.org.au For further information email employment@gch.org.au or call contact person on 5358 7400

- Develop and deliver site administrative processes - Implement and maintain quality document management practices - Manage site access processes, with a particular focus on safety inductions - Facilitate our Minyip 'front desk' experience for external and internal visitors About you - Proven track record in creating and maintaining quality administration processes - Resilient and resourceful, can flourish in autonomous setting - Demonstrated high level of professionalism and conﬁdentiality Further information, Position Description: https://www.astronlimited.com.au/community/careers-with-astron-limited// Email karen.shelton@astronlimited.com

Opportunity This Way Join the Hindmarsh team and contribute to our beautiful Shire. New Vacancies!

Relief Transfer Station Operator We are seeking a highly organised, friendly person with the abilitiy to work independently to join our team as a Relief Transfer Station Operator. Applications close Wednesday 14 February 2024 at 12noon. Also open for applications:

Asset Accountant Cleaner, Riverside Holiday Park Dimboola Applications close Wednesday 14 February 2024 at 12noon.

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Scan the QR code for details about these roles and how to apply, visit our website www. hindmarsh.vic.gov.au/work-incouncil or contact our Customer Service Centre on 03 5391 4444. Hindmarsh Shire Council is committed to increasing diversity across the organisation. We encourage anyone to apply for our vacancies regardless of their age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status.

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Gurry a leading light for locals

ndrea Gurry, of Nhill, was the sole regional trainer to lead in winners last week at Horsham Greyhound Club’s regular Tuesday meeting, with Xylus Bale and Spring Port both excelling in their respective races.

Xylus Bale was contesting a heat of the Cardross Memorial. Jumping from box six, the race was over by the corner, with Xylus already setting up a margin on the field. Turning for home, it was a matter of times and margins, with Xylus never threatened and going home a four-and-a-half length victor in the quick time of 23:20sec. Xylus, now aged four, is racing as well as ever and the victory on Tuesday improved his record to an impressive 95 starts for 16 victories, 33 minor placings and more than $71,000 in prizemoney. Next up for Gurry was new kennel star Spring Port. Contesting a mixed grade

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three and four race, Spring Port put on a brilliant front running display over the 410m journey, cruising to a two-and-ahalf length victory while also breaking the magical 23:00sec barrier running a flying 22:92sec, improving his record to three victories from five starts for Gurry and his last three wins on the bounce. This week the club races on Tuesday and Friday with the extra Friday meeting beginning from 2pm. The club would love to see as many people as possible pop down to get up and close with the magnificent athletes.

O’Brien wins Melbourne to Warrnambool Former Horsham cyclist Mark O’Brien has won the 108th edition of the Melbourne to Warrnambool race at his 13th attempt. O’Brien, 36, has previously finished second, third, fourth and fifth in the historic Victorian event. He now resides in Bendigo. O’Brien told media after the race he

would retire from the event after the win. “This is lucky number 13 edition of the Warrny for me, so to finally get the win, I’m pretty wrapped,” he said. “I think I can hang the boots up on the Warrny now.” Connor Sen finished second in the race and Tristan Saunders claimed third.

FUN AND LAUGHTER: Long-time Horsham Croquet Club member Morva Gilsenan with president Donna Frost at a Horsham Croquet Club Australia Day event.

Croquet clubs unite for celebration Horsham Croquet Club hosted a fun event for Horsham, Dimboola and Kalimna croquet players last month. More than 30 players attended the event, which included two games, with a draw separated into section one and section two, and a dinner.

In the first doubles game, all players had to roll their ball until it was through the first hoop. In the second doubles game, all players had to hit their ball backwards through their legs until they made the first hoop. Both games had players laughing and having fun.

David Wortley won section one with 15 hoops on countback and June Liddy won section two with 16 hoops. Anyone who thought they had an outstanding shot also received a prize. Robyn Devlin won best dressed, and Charles Rees won the lucky seat.

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n eventful weekend has resulted in Horsham Hornets men’s team qualifying for a home grand final, while the Hornets women’s season has come to an end.

The Hornets men will have an enthusiastic home crowd behind them when their grand final against Mt Gambier Lakers begins at 8pm on Saturday at Horsham Basketball Stadium. To conclude the women’s competition, Mt Gambier Lakers take on Portland Coasters from 5.15pm at the Horsham venue. In their previous matches against the Lakers, the Hornets men have had mixed results. The Horsham team recorded a sixpoint away win in round five and an eight-point loss at home in round 10. Both teams came out of the blocks quickly on Saturday, as the Hornets men hoped a first win of the season against Portland Coasters would secure them a south-west conference grand final place.

The Hornets converted 27 points in the first term to the Coasters’ 23 in an entertaining start for spectators. The game tightened up throughout the second and third quarters, but the Hornets narrowly increased their advantage to take a 13-point lead into the final quarter. An offensive surge from the Coasters, in which they decreased the Hornets’ lead to seven, ultimately proved to be too little, too late. Cody Bryan was the main offensive outlet for the Hornets with 22 points, followed by Mitch Martin, 17, and Austin McKenzie and Matthew Brown, both 16. The Coasters, who secured two narrow wins against the Hornets earlier this season, relied on Nathan Hardingham, 24, Toby Jennings, 15, and Hayden Annett, 14, for their scoring. The same fixture took place at the alternate location of Portland Basketball Stadium in the women’s second semi-final. The Hornets travelled for the match

WINNING WAYS: Horsham Hornets Damien Skurrie, above left, Mitch Martin, above, and Max Bryan, in action during Saturday’s semi-final win against Portland. Pictures: PAUL CARRACHER

as underdogs, having lost twice to the Coasters during the year and finishing the regular season one place below them on the ladder. The Hornets were competitive for much of the game and had a manageable nine-point deficit going into the half. A scoring onslaught from the Coasters in the third quarter went on to break the game open for the home team, who recorded a game-high 29 points in the term. With a mountain to climb to finish the game, the Hornets managed to curtail the Coasters’ offense, but were unable to the decrease the margin and finished 24 points behind. Austin McKenzie was awarded leading scorer in the men’s south-west conference for the season, having scored 355 points, while fellow Hornet Ema Iredell was the highest scorer in the women’s competition with 152. Ararat Redbacks’ south-west conference men’s season concluded at the end of January, with the team some way below finals qualification on the ladder.

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Teams undefeated B

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ullants and West Wimmera remain undefeated in Horsham Cricket Association A Grade two-day competition.

On the back of Jobe Dickinson’s 116 not out, the Warriors made short work of Horsham Tigers on day two. The Tigers had set West Wimmera a 226 target, which they reached with eight wickets in hand. Brad Alexander made 57 before being run out by Tigers’ Tyler Puls. Liam Albrecht, 3, was caught by Dom Rose off a Prabath Bandara delivery, while Liam Preston finished 42, not out. While the Bullants had Horsham Saints all out for 81, considerably shy of their first innings’ 195 target, the Bullants elected to bat again in the second innings. At 5-105, the game came to an end and the Bullants won on first innings. Matt Combe made a significant dent in the Saints’ batting order, taking 5-33, including three ducks. Troy Dumesny was also effective in the field, taking three catches. Saints’ Mark Crafter managed to stay at the crease long enough to make 25 runs off 32, while Dezi Carter’s 15 was the only other double-figure score. While the second innings was meaningless to the final score, it was a chance for Garrett Liston to show

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FOCUS: Quantong’s Jon Gardner sends down a ball during Saturday’s B Grade clash against Colts. Pictures: PAUL CARRACHER

CAUGHT: Stuart Jose, Quantong, during day-one action against Colts in B Grade. Colts finished 6-257 at the end of 65 overs.

what he can do with a bat as an opener, going 63 not out. Ben Sawyer took two wickets for Saints, while Jono Carroll continued his first-innings form, also taking two wickets. Homers missed an outright win by one wicket after making a quick 350

runs before sending Blackheath-Dimboola back into bat. Homers had the Bulls all out for 115 and then set out to leave a mark during their 75 overs. Logan Miller was 129 when he went out for LBW on a Jake McLean delivery, while Luke Deutscher made 58

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before being caught by Sam Leith off an Albert Schorback ball. It was one of three catches for Leith for the game, although Homers still had four wickets in hand at the end of the innings. Homers were in with a chance for an outright win when it had BlackheathDimboola on the ropes at 9-126. McLean, 3, and Nathan Schorback, 30, were able to hold onto the 10th wicket when stumps were pulled. The Bulls made 150 runs, still 85 runs short of Homers’ total. Chaminda Gamage took three wickets for the innings. Lubeck-Murtoa was too strong for Laharum, winning in the first innings by 37 runs. Only three Laharum batters, Daniel

Griffiths, 18, Josh Mahoney, 21, and Max Bunworth, 26, were able to make double-figure scores. Nic Ballagh was crucial for the Mudlarks’ win with five wickets and was well supported by Thomas Barrand’s three. Horsham Tigers and Lubeck-Murtoa are set for a competitive game in round 11, while Blackheath-Dimboola is set to take on Horsham Saints. West Wimmera will play Homers, and Laharum will have its work cut out for it against the Bullants. Results: Round 10, Lubeck-Murtoa 10-125 d Laharum 10-88; Homers 6-350 d Blackheath-Dimboola 10-115 and 9-150; Bullants 10-195 and 5-105 d Horsham Saints 10-81; West Wimmera 2-227 d Horsham Tigers 5-226.

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McIntyre coaches golden team Rebecca McIntyre has claimed a second national championship gold medal for basketball, this time as an assistant coach of the Victorian under-20s team. McIntyre said the state team’s 75-59 win against South Australia in the grand final came a year after her team finished runner-up, and even longer since she had won a gold medal as a player. “For me, having went through the program as a player and winning a gold medal with Vic Country in 1997, and now to be able to come back to a program, which is so esteemed, as a coach – it’s rare to have a gold medal in both,” she said. McIntyre said she had been involved in state-level coaching for five years and the demands of the week-long tournament in Ballarat were beneficial to her skillset. “Tournament play is unique. It is hard fixing things on the fly, whether that is soreness, injuries or form,” she said. “You have to take it day-byday and you can’t get too far ahead of yourself. “So, to get to the end of the week and play in front of a packed stadium, with the game being livestreamed, was very special.

ECSTATIC: Victorian state team assistant coach Rebecca McIntyre.

Results clear cut in Grampians A

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ll of Saturday’s Grampians Cricket Association results were clear cut, with St Andrews winning by nine wickets against Swifts-Great Western2, Swifts-Great Western1 by nine wickets against Rhymney-Moyston2 and Pomonal 115-run winners against Rhymney-Moyston1.

“And then I get to come back to the Horsham association and coach our players, so they know the language and expectations at the next level.” McIntyre said she was surrounded by elite talent at the tournament. “We had the top 12 under-20 women in the state,” she said. “Three of our girls are at the Australian Institute of Sport and two are already on WNBL rosters. They are 12 exceptional athletes and to be involved at that level is an amazing opportunity.” McIntyre said Victoria was usually considered favourites going into the tournament, but was up against a dangerous South

Australian team in the deciding match. “South Australia was an excellent shooting team, who had come back from 16 points down against New South Wales earlier in the week,” she said. “It wasn’t as easy as it looked on the final score, but we did get that chance in the last 30 seconds to be really present in the moment.” McIntyre thanked her family, Brent and Izabella, for the sacrifices they had made for her to be on the state coaching staff. She also thanked Horsham Amateur Basketball Association for its support. – Sean O’Connell

At Central Park, Stawell, which was used for the first time this season, Rhymston decided to bat first on a bare wicket. All batters struggled, except Nathan Quick who recorded 29. Best of the Combine bowlers were Tom Eckel with 3-4 and Jacob Dunn with 3-12. The Combine1 innings was a brief affair, lasting just 12 overs to reach the target. Main scorer was Tom Eckel with 45 notout from 42 balls, including seven fours. Eckels’ double should see him with the three ‘Goldie’ votes. Northern Grampians Shire staff are to be commended for their work on Central Park. At Pomonal, the Tigers snuffed out any hope Rhymston1 had of reaching the top four with a 115-run victory. Chasing the Tigers’ innings of 179, including a 56-run effort from Lynden Brewis and a further 42 from Terry Keilor, Rhymston2 could only manage 64.

Clinton Slorach recorded 4-18 for Rhymston to be the best bowler in the match. St Andrews recorded a comfortable victory against Combine2. Batting first, the Combine was at one stage 2-60 thanks to Travis Nicholson, 29, and Stewie McPherson, 27, but the introduction of Wian Stears saw wickets start to fall regularly and the Combine limped to 9-113, a score easily run down by the Saints. The exact Saints’ innings details were not received. This Saturday’s round of matches will go a long way in deciding the make-up of the final four, with first playing second and fourth playing third, which may bring about changes in the ladder. The Saints have a chance to replace Combine1 at the top of the ladder. After a defeat by the Tigers in round one, the Saints have taken all before them, with their only blemish being the SunGold Twenty20 against South Gambier. Pomonal has a chance to rise up the ladder when they play the Gappers. The Tigers may have a little more all-round ability than the Gappers, while the two Rhymston teams do battle for a much-needed win. Results: Swifts-Great Western1, 1-77 d Rhmyney-Moyston2, 10-75; St Andrews 1-119 d Swifts-Great Western2, 9-113; Pomonal, 7-179 d Rhymney-Moyston1, 10-64; Halls Gap d Chalambar on forfeit.

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Tournament entries open Central Park Tennis Club is gearing up to host the next Wimmera Junior Points Tournament. Players, under 18 years, can compete in singles and doubles in 12-and-under and 14-and-under girls or boys, and 15-and-older mixed categories. The event is on Sunday, February 18 and entries close on February 16. Central Park Tennis Club junior co-ordinator Sheree Shurdington said there was an event to suit any junior player wanting to participate. “I really encourage the Match Play kids to have a go in the 10-and-under sections,” she said. Play will start at 8.30am with doubles events played first, which is a round-robin competition. Following these matches will be singles games in a knock-out competition. Tournament director and Wimmera Regional

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orsham Lawn has likely secured top position on the Central Park Tennis Association pennant ladder for the remainder of the season.

A strong win against secondplaced Central Park on Saturday has Horsham Lawn three wins ahead with three rounds remaining. Horsham Lawn won by six sets. Lachlan Punchard won his three sets for the victors, including a convincing 8-1 win against Reece Harman, and a tiebreaker with doubles partner Graeme Wood, who also won all his sets, against Harman and Brendan Nitschke. St Michaels put up a fight against Drung South, but was unable to get over the line. Drung South won by two sets, with impressive performances by Hayley Reid and Sandra Casey who won all their sets. Peter Hayes and Steve Schultz also won all their sets for St Michaels, but the team was unable to string together enough wins to increase its ladder standing. Round 13 will see Central Park play against St Michaels, while Drung South will challenge itself against Horsham Lawn. Teams heading for A Special finals have been locked in, with

upcoming games set to decide who will secure a second chance. The top four comprises Horsham Lawn O’Connor with nine wins, and Natimuk, Horsham Lawn Gillespie and Kalkee with eight wins each. With three rounds remaining, they are unlikely to lose their topfour standing, as Haven, in fifth, is sitting on five wins. Natimuk proved why it was pushed to the top of the ladder when it defeated Haven by eight sets. The Sudholz contingent was once again to be reckoned with, as Carl, Cheryl, Kaiden and Archie won three sets each, well supported by Matthew Lee, who also won three sets. Horsham Lawn Gillespie held onto third position with a four-set win against Drung South. Joel Boyd and Ella Thompson won all of their sets for Horsham Lawn. Thompson, with doubles partners Paige Thompson and Hailey Yorke, won two games 8-0. Kalkee proved the finals series would be a close one after the fourth-placed team defeated Horsham Lawn O’Connor, second, by eight sets. Kalkee’s Luke Byrne worked hard for his three-set wins, with

Results Seniors

Pennant: Horsham Lawn 9-88 d Central Park 3-59; Drung South 7-76 d St Michaels 5-60. A Special: Natimuk 11-97 d Haven 3-67; Horsham Lawn Gillespie 9-95 d Drung South 5-61; Kalkee 11100 d Horsham Lawn O’Connor 3-77; Central Park 14-112 d Brimpaen 0-0. A Grade: St Michaels Red 8-83 d Haven 4-59; Central Park 8-81 d St Michaels White 4-63; Horsham Lawn Bardell 7-78 d Horsham Lawn McGennisken 5-73. B Special: Central Park 16-96 d Haven 0-33; Horsham Lawn 8-69 d Natimuk 8-59.

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REACH: Horsham Lawn McGennisken’s Adrian Talay stretches for a return in Saturday’s A Grade clash against Horsham Lawn Bardell. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER two tiebreakers, while Tyler PidgIf Haven can win its next three eon, Grant Schultz, Meaghan games, and some top four teams Pohlner and Debbie Lawson all lose games, it is in with an opporplayed a strong round. tunity to play finals. The two Horsham Lawn teams Drung South will face Horsham will come up against each other Lawn Bardell, Horsham Lawn Mcin round 13, while Kalkee plays Gennisken will play St Michaels Central Park and Natimuk plays Red and St Michaels White will Drung South. face Haven. Homers and Haven will play, Central Park was too strong for while Brimpaen has a bye. Haven in B Special, while HorIn A Grade, Horsham Lawn Bardell defeated Horsham Lawn sham Lawn and Natimuk had the McGennisken by two sets in the most competitive game of the round with eight sets each and a Horsham Lawn derby. Both teams are in the top four, 10-game win to Horsham Lawn. Laharum will play Horsham along with Central Park who had Lawn in round 13 while Natimuk a convincing win against St Michaels White, while St Michaels plays Central Park. The top four in B Special is unRed retained its third-place position with a win against Haven. likely to change ahead of finals.

Open: Quantong 4-29 d Haven 2-21; Central Park 6-36 d Horsham Lawn 0-10; Natimuk 4-28 d Brimpaen 2-24. Section 1 Boys: Central Park Blue 6-36 d Homers 0-13; Horsham Lawn 4-30 d Central Park White 2-23. Section 1 Girls: Homers 4-29 d Horsham Lawn White 2-20; Central Park 5-34 d Horsham Lawn Gold 1-14. Section 2 Boys: Homers 5-30 d Haven 1-20; Horsham Lawn White 5-34 d Horsham Lawn Green 1-15. Section 2 Girls: Horsham Lawn Green 6-36 d Central Park-Homers 0-10; Horsham Lawn White 5-35 d Central Park Blue 1-13; Haven 3-29 d Central Park White 3-26. Section 3 Boys: Central Park 3-29 d Haven 3-25; Horsham Lawn Green 6-36 d Horsham Lawn Gold 0-19. Section 3 Girls: Horsham Lawn Gold 6-36 d Natimuk 0-5; Horsham Lawn White 3-28 d Haven Pink 3-26. Section 4 Boys: Central Park 5-35 d Natimuk 1-8; Horsham Lawn Red 5-33 d Horsham Lawn Gold 1-19. Section 4 Girls: Homers 3-24 drew with Horsham Lawn Gold 3-24; Horsham Lawn White 3-30 d Horsham Lawn Green 3-27. Match Play Section 5: Haven White 6-24 d Central Park 0-3; Horsham Lawn Gold 3-17 d Horsham Lawn White 3-16; Horsham Lawn Green 6-24 d Haven Blue 0-7; Horsham Lawn Yellow 6-24 d Homers 0-4. Match Play Section 6: Haven 6-24 d Horsham Lawn Orange 0-6; Central Park 3-18 d Horsham Lawn Blue 3-15.

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orsham is hosting Australia’s second biggest gliding competition this week, as competitors and their crews flock to the area.

Horsham Flying Club president Michael Sudholz said 38 gliders were at the annual competition, which started on Saturday and will conclude this weekend. He said organisers and gliders were expecting good flying conditions on the finals days of the competition. “We have representatives from NSW, South Australia and Queensland; we can only take 40 gliders so we are nearly at capacity,” Mr Sudholz said. “They are all staying in Horsham at motels and pubs, so it brings money to the town. “They spend about $180 a person, a day, while they are here, so it’s good for our economy.” Mr Sudholz said Horsham Week was the club’s biggest event for the year. “We haven’t seen numbers this high in more than three years,” he said. “We have about half a dozen new fliers who will be competing for the first time.” Mr Sudholz said the only competition bigger than Horsham Week in Australia was the world championships. He said James Nugent, who hails from Mildura, was this year’s world champion and his father David was competing at Horsham Week.

“James will be here on Saturday as our guest speaker when we have our dinner in the hanger and people are welcome to come down and listen,” he said. “It’s a pretty big ticket for James to be World Champion, but now he is crewing for his father as his father has been crewing for him recently.” Mr Sudholz said Horsham Week kept the Horsham Flying Club operating. “Horsham has a reputation for safe flying, so it’s a good area to fly and conditions can be pretty favourable,” he said. “We like to think we run a safe competition so gliders know when they come here they will be looked after.”

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Veterans tee off Wimmera Veteran Golfers hit off their first event of the season, and first round of a Greens Championship, at Warracknabeal Golf Club on Monday. The event saw 58 golfers play across three grades. Anthony Jones of Moor Park won A Grade with 35 points, Peter Kelly of Donald was runner-up on countback with 33 points and Daryl Dunford of Chalambar was third, also with 33 points. Colin Moor of Horsham won B Grade with 37 points, followed by Cindy Marsh of Minyip with 32 points. Jo Donnelly of Dimboola won C Grade with 41 points and runner-up was Peter Scott of Horsham with 40 points. Nearest the pins on the seventh were Mal Elliott of Grange and Mary Barber of Warracknabeal; on the 13th was Brian Gready of Murtoa and Donnelly; and second shot on the ninth was David Lanyon of St Arnaud. Wimmera Veteran Golfers have introduced lucky draws to their events this year, for people who do not win on the day. The next event is scheduled for February 19 from 9am at Nhill Golf Club and will be the second round of the Greens Championship.

Junior squash invite

PREPARED: Horsham Flying Club is at capacity for its Horsham Week gliding competition, including George and Diana Schuit, top, and David Booth, above, assisted by David Roberts. Pictures: PAUL CARRACHER

Horsham Squash Club is gearing up for its term one junior program with a come-and-try night tonight. The come-and-try event, which includes grading and registration, begins at 5.30pm. The competition starts on February 14 and will conclude on March 27. Registration closes on Friday. The squash club plays at the stadium at 76 McPherson Street.

Spare Parts Interpreter Apprenticeship

Water Operations Traineeship

Donald Closing date: ASAP Requirements:

Donald Closing date: ASAP Applicants will possess the following attributes:

Intermediate computer skills Great communication and customer service skills Basic Automotive knowledge (highly regarded) Current driver’s licence and reliable transport (desirable)

• Possess a strong customer service focus • Physically Fit • Attention to detail • Strong desire to work in a team environment • Possess creativity and innovation • Driver’s Licence required *2023 School Leavers encouraged to apply.

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For more information contact Daryl Eastwell on 0407 364 654.

For more information contact Kate Clark on 0428 971 821.

For more information contact Daryl Eastwell on 0407 364 654.

Business Law Clerk Traineeship

Research Agronomist – Farm Operations

Business Traineeship

Horsham Closing date: February 6, 2024 Requirements:

Horsham Closing date: ASAP Requirements:

Warracknabeal Closing date: February 20, 2024 Requirements:

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Enrolled in years 10, 11 or 12

Competency in MS Oﬃce, sound computer skills Excellent communication and able to work in a team and/or independently Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task Strong written and verbal communication skills

For more information contact Daryl Eastwell on 0407 364 654.

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elcome back to another year of volleyball in Horsham

If early activity is any indication, we are in for another big year, as teams and players have already commenced their pre-season to get themselves ready for the start of the season proper at the end of this month. Volleyball Horsham recently hosted a comeand-try day, which saw 40 people representing a cross section of ages rock up to dust off the cobwebs. The first selection trial for the Volleyball Horsham Academy program saw 30 youngsters showcase their skills and with the final trial tonight, coaches are confident they can put together a talented squad. Phantoms Volleyball will be hosting its first selection trial in Warrnambool on Saturday, with women kick-starting the season from 10am, with the men to follow at 1pm. Things are falling into place nicely for the club, with strong interest in trialing for a position in teams for the upcoming Victorian Volleyball league season. At the end of last week, 40 men and 30 women were registered. Volleyball Victoria has given the club a huge boost, having locked in home games for 2024 already. This is always handy when putting teams together, knowing players will have five doubleheader home games, which means only four trips to Melbourne for the season. The beauty about volleyball is that it is a universal sport, played across the world. In recent years we have seen more and more people bring their passion for the sport to the

Wimmera, and this passion is extremely strong in Ararat, where a number of new arrivals play volleyball on a regular basis outdoors on the old Ararat lawn tennis courts. After a choice meeting with the leaders of this multi-cultural community in Ararat, it was decided to try and form a competition, not just for the new arrivals, but others in the Ararat area who might like to enter their own team, or as an individual. To help get people enthused about volleyball again, a come-and-try night will be at the Ararat Fitness Centre on Thursday next week, from 6.30pm. Anyone interested in participating in a weekly Thursday night competition is encouraged to attend. The plan is to start the competition on February 29. Following the success of the earlier comeand-try day in Horsham, Volleyball Horsham will be hosting another on Sunday next week at St Brigid’s College stadium, between 1pm and 2.30pm for juniors interested in playing. The session will be open to new and existing junior members. Primary school-aged players eligible to be included in the Spikezone program are also encouraged to attend. The summer season of volleyball in Horsham is scheduled to start on Monday, February 26 for A Reserve, C and junior grades, with A, B and women starting on February 28. Team entries are rolling in for all grades, with the cut off date being Wednesday, February 21. People can visit volleyballhorsham.com.au for the team registration process. Individuals interested in being placed into a team can email info@volleyballhorsham.com.au with their request.

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Hornets coast into grand final

Horsham Hornets men will take on Mt Gambier Lakers in a Country Basketball League south-west conference grand final after defeating Portland Coasters in Horsham on Saturday night. The Hornets put aside their record against the Coasters, having lost to the team twice during the regular season, to secure a sevenpoint win. Cody Bryan, right, will be among the Hornets players suiting up against the Lakers in the men’s decider at Horsham Basketball Stadium from 8pm on Saturday. Story, page 41. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

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