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WINDING DOWN: Harvest across the Wimmera is almost complete as GrainCorp workers Aaron Tepper and Simon Trigg inspect canola at the Murtoa site. Harvest was tumultuous for growers with rain impacting the length of the season and the quality of some grain. Despite the challenges, Nhill’s GrainCorp site logged a record amount of grain received for the season. Story, page 5.

Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Extra resources ready H

BY ABBY WALTER

ealth experts are warning people to stay safe as Wimmera temperatures remain consistently above 30 degrees.

Ambulance Victoria is rostering additional resources in the Wimmera and Grampians, including the Grampians National Park and Stawell, until Australia Day, in response to rising temperatures.

Ambulance Victoria spokesman Peter Jenkins said extra hands on deck was a feature of the organisation’s annual operational planning for summer, ensuring the community was well-served during the holiday period.

“We’ll see a great deal of holiday-

makers and travellers venture through these communities during the coming weeks,” he said.

“We work hard to ensure we can continue to provide the best care and timely responses to those who need us during these busy periods.”

Mr Jenkins said heat stroke was fatal in up to 80 percent of cases, but was also entirely preventable.

“Remember to stay hydrated and drink water regularly throughout the day,” he said.

“Avoid being outside during the hottest time of the day and keep cool by using air conditioning and fans whenever possible.”

Grampians Public Health Unit director of population and public health,

Professor Rosemary Aldrich said not everyone was prepared for the impact hot weather could have on health and well-being.

“We know heat kills more people than all other climate-related disasters put together,” she said.

“The body usually regulates its own temperature in its own context, but that can become difficult, either because someone is in extreme heat and their body’s mechanisms cannot manage it, or because there is an underlying condition.”

Professor Aldrich said there were three phases of heat impact – the first, heat stress, when a person cannot get cool, is sweating and uncomfortable.

“For the most part, you can get cool

by going into a cool room and getting out of the sun,” she said.

Professor Aldrich said heat exhaustion occurred when a person’s core body temperature was between 38 and just under 40.5 degrees.

“You can start getting confused, irritable, terribly thirsty – unquenchable thirst – and that’s when the body is starting to get in trouble,” she said.

“If you don’t get cool, at that point it can move to heat stroke – when the core body temperature is more than 40.5 degrees. The body then starts to give up, and its physiological mechanisms start to not cope and you get dysregulation of heat.

“If your body keeps warming up, those particular mechanisms which

do not work can lead to an acute and tragic demise.”

Professor Aldrich said some people were more vulnerable to impacts from heat.

She said people at extremes of age, including babies and elderly; people with cause to be dehydrated including pregnant or breastfeeding people, athletes, people who have a chronic illness and people who work outside; and people in conditions which make them susceptible including being homeless, not being connected to communities or services to know the warnings, living in old housing without insulation or not being able to afford cooling, are most at risk.

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Engineer leaves a legacy T

BY JESSICA GRIMBLE

he work of David Eltringham has left an indelible mark on the regional city of Horsham.

Originally moving to the Wimmera from Mildura for a five-year tenure, the long-time Horsham Rural City Council technical services manager and his wife Julie are preparing to return to the Sunraysia region next month — 28 years later, with fond memories, friendships and a powerful community legacy.

The engineer’s work with the council has become a staple of the city, and region’s landscape — headlined, he says, with redevelopments of Firebrace and Darlot streets, development of Roberts Place and an intermodal freight terminal at Dooen, relocation of the livestock exchange, securing a 40-year waste disposal facility at Dooen and forming the wetlands area of the Wimmera River near the weir.

“When I think back to 1995, there are two or three things that stick out.

Firebrace Street was mess, an absolute mess. It was liquorice up the top with powerlines, the drainage was unbelievably bad and the whole area of the street was a bit like Darlot Street before we started on that — with multiple lanes of traffic,” he said.

“I think it was an adaptation of what was there in the buloke times.

“The commissioners and the first council agreed that we would start at Hamilton Street and once we got through the first block, people liked it and so we were able to keep going.”

Across several years, block by block, Firebrace Street transformed — including moving services underground.

A major intersection at Pynsent Street was redesigned to enable the now roundabout entrance to Horsham Plaza; while an ‘enlightening’ of Roberts Place now includes a mini-pedestrianised area with alfresco dining.

Mr Eltringham said retaining a tree, opposite Coles supermarket, was important — being the last of an original war memorial drive plantation in Horsham, and the first of its kind in Australia. A sign on the tree still tells its story. Roberts Avenue was once known as Splatt Street but was renamed to honour the contribution of General Roberts to the Boer War. Mr Eltringham said relocation of the livestock exchange from the Hamilton Street area to Burnt Creek had enabled Horsham to grow.

“We couldn’t keep developing Horsham — it wasn’t developing — because of the Thursday aroma. It was unbelievable,” he said.

Then local MP Bill McGrath advocated to the government of the day to

MIXED FEELINGS: David Eltringham is leaving after 28 years in Horsham.

He worked for Horsham Rural City Council for much of his time. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

purchase the livestock exchange land and with the money of the sale, the council purchased land at Burnt Creek.

A condition of the arrangement was to develop land between Hamilton Street and Horsham Botanic Gardens into one-third each of residential, commercial, and services and public open space.

Community

Mr Eltringham started his career with the Country Roads Board, going on to work across seven municipalities of local government.

He retired from Horsham council in 2013 and received an Order of Australia Medal for his service to engineering in the field of infrastructure and planning, and to the community, in 2014.

His passion for community has long continued with involvement in organisations including Tidy Towns, Horsham RSL and the Country Fire Authority.

It was during his involvement with the RSL that a significant change occurred to Horsham’s war memorial — relocating it to Sawyer Park from near Horsham’s War Memorial Swimming Pool.

He said including the New Zealand national anthem — the first service in Australia to do so — from the early 2000s was also an ‘obvious’ change.

“The first time it happened, unbeknownst to me, there was a platoon of New Zealand soldiers in attendance at that dawn service who were rock climbing at Mt Arapiles and they were

overwhelmed with what they’d heard here in Horsham,” he said.

Horsham won the national Tidy Towns award in 2001 and went on to secure several state awards under the leadership of the late Don Johns.

Mr Eltringham’s advocacy of and passion for Tidy Towns continues, though he suspects the committee’s functions may change into the future with an ageing membership; while he will continue to ‘work from home’ with his secretarial duties for the CFA.

Opportunity

Mr Eltringham said not securing a ‘line on the map’ for a bypass of Horsham was a ‘huge disappointment’ of his time in Horsham — professionally and personally.

He implored the future council and decision makers to make a decision for the betterment of the community and travellers through the region.

“I spent a lot of time working with the then Country Roads Board, and in the location of major facilities, and we would design things back in the 1960s and ’70s — freeways like the Hume Highway bypass of Seymour and Wangaratta — and we would design them knowing they probably wouldn’t be built for 15 or 20 years, but the line was on the plan so people knew what they were doing,” he said.

“It won’t kill the town, it will make the town, because it shows with those cities where the bypass has occurred — Wangaratta, Benalla, Seymour, Ballarat ... we don’t make our living here in Horsham selling ice-creams.”

The council hosted various public

meetings, during his tenure, and almost reached the point of agreement on two locations.

“At the moment, if you built it you might go through 10 houses and 10 chook sheds; but wait another 10 to 15 years and you will be going through 20 houses and 20 chook sheds,” he said.

“People will be disadvantaged, but they will have 10 years to sort their lot out.

“And I say that reservedly — it will take 10 years from when the line is agreed on by the time the government get the road reserve, then the design, the money and the actual works done.

Ten years is an absolute minimum — unless, unfortunately, if there’s a tragedy in town, which could happen at any time, then we’ll see action.”

Change

Mr Eltringham said relocating to Mildura — the opposite choice of many expats of Horsham, who relocated to what he calls ‘Horsham South’, more commonly known as Port Fairy — came with mixed feelings.

“I’ve been here about a third of my life,” he said.

“It’s been a wonderful 28 years.

We’ve met some wonderful people and had some wonderful times and the 28 years have been years of achievement.

“Now I’ve turned 80 I need to rearrange my life a bit.

“We will be off towards the end of February and a lot to do between now and then.”

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Gippsland Women’s Health will lead the project and partner with five women’s health services — including Women’s Health Grampians — to co-design violence prevention training modules and digital self-defence resources to address the drivers of techology-based abuse.

The funding, worth almost $500,000, is one of seven projects to gain support from the Federal Government’s Preventing Tech-based Abuse of Women Grants Program.

Gippsland Women’s Health chief executive Kate Graham said the project would reach up to 1.6 million people — almost 23 percent of all Victorians.

It is designed to increase public awareness about the prevalence and impact of technology-based abuse against women and their children; support development of innovative initiatives to address the underlying causes of tech-based abuse and enhance women’s safety online; challenge and shift prevailing social norms contributing to tech-based abuse against women and their children; and promote positive and respectful behaviour and accountability among those perpetrating tech-based abuse.

“Online abuse is strongly linked to family, domestic and sexual violence.

All too frequently we see technology misused by perpetrators to harass, coerce and abuse women and children,” eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant said.

Vaccine help Patients can access a range of vaccines at no charge at community pharmacies from this month, under the Federal Government’s National Immunisation Program, NIP. Pharmacy Guild of Australia national president Professor Trent Twomey said the changes would see more pharmacies able to administer vaccinations listed on the NIP — which would also free-up time at doctors’ surgeries.

Patients previously had to pay an administration fee if they received a vaccination at a community pharmacy.

“There is no wrong door. You can continue, if you wish, to see your doctor but you now have that extra choice to be able to ask your community pharmacist for more vaccinations,” Professor Twomey said.

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Aerial contingent to support crews W

BY ABBY WALTER

immera firefighting crews will again be supported by an aerial contingent when combatting grass and bush fires, as the fire season continues.

Forest Fire Management Wimmera emergency preparedness senior officer Paul Reichenbach said firefighting aircraft were based at Stawell Airport to respond to incidents in the Wimmera fire district, including CFA districts 16 and 17, during the fire danger period.

There are a number of firefighting aircraft located at Stawell Airport each summer, including four fixed-wing bombers with a capacity of up to 3000 litres of either water, foam or fire retardant.

There is also a small twin-engine Cessna.

“Two of these aircraft are on predetermined dispatch, so will dispatch automatically to a fire in certain weather conditions when an ESTA – Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority – Triple Zero pager message is sent for a grass or scrub fire within

the aircraft operating area” he said.

“These aircraft will be airborne within 15 minutes to support an incident, with the additional two aircraft available if the incident escalates.”

To assist in co-ordinating the effectiveness of the firebombing aircraft, an air attack supervisor is deployed in the Cessna aircraft and operates with the bombers.

The function of this role is to coordinate firebombing aircraft at an incident and communicate tactics with ground crews.

Mr Reichenbach said the Wimmera Forest Fire Management firefighting team this year included 80 firefighters, bolstered by an additional 36-person seasonal firefighting team.

“Community fire safety is a shared responsibility between fire services and all Victorians – everyone has a part to play,” he said.

“The summer forecast is for a hot, dry summer, and people need to keep up-to-date with their local conditions, obey all directions for total fire ban days, and never leave camp fires unattended.”

community safe, but we need everyone to do their part by being ready to act and respond to fire risk,” she said.

Mr Nugent said Victorians were no stranger to concurrent and converging emergencies.

“Our aviation fleet remains an important asset alongside our hardworking and dedicated firefighters,” he said.

“It’s important to be prepared for fires and other emergencies, have a plan and never rely on one source of information.”

Mr Reichenbach said the aerial firefighting response was a multi-agency effort, and the air attack supervisor role could be filled by specially trained Forest Fire Management, FFMV, Country Fire Authority, CFA, or Fire Rescue Victoria personnel.

“Depending on firefighting conditions and tactics, FFMV operates a fire-retardant mixing and loading base at Stawell that can quickly bolster the firefighting capacity of the aircraft with fire-retardant loading,” he said.

“There is also additional support at other municipal airports across the

Emergency Services Minister Jaclyn Symes and Emergency Management Commissioner Rick Nugent joined aerial crews and firefighting staff at Melbourne Avalon Airport to unveil and inspect the 2023-24 fleet in December.

The 51-strong contingent is larger than last year and includes a new high-capacity type-one helicopter with the ability to carry 10,000 litres of water and pick up seawater.

Two large air tankers return to Victoria, which can operate from smaller regional airports, making them more agile to move across the state as fire risk changes.

A Super Puma firebombing helicopter with a capacity of 2500 litres leads the night operations program.

Victoria also has a surge capacity of up to 100 aircraft to supplement the core fleet when needed.

Ms Symes said the fleet was another tool for hardworking crews to help protect Victorians, no matter where they live.

“Our aircraft will support our firefighters on the ground to help keep the

Wimmera, with trained CFA volunteers who are able to load aircraft with water on short notice.

“There are also two aircraft based at Nhill. They started at Linga in the Big Desert, are now at Nhill to provide additional capacity during harvest, before moving further south to Casterton as the seasonal drying conditions move across the landscape.

“Additional aircraft are brought into the Wimmera on days of high or extreme fire danger, depending on the fire risk, location and other incidents across the state, to ensure we are best placed for a fast and aggressive first attack.

“The importance of aerial firefighting is long proven, with predetermined dispatch arrangements in place, and these aircraft will often get to an incident before ground crews and can make an aggressive first attack to knock a fire down.

“Firefighting aircraft can travel from Stawell to St Arnaud in 13 minutes and from Stawell to the Little Desert National Park in 18 minutes.”

Resources ready TESTING: Emmy Weir tests a sample of wheat at GrainCorp Murtoa during the 2023-24 Wimmera harvest season.

Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Challenging harvest breaks receival record Harvest across the Wimmera is coming to a long-awaited close as grain receival sites take in the last of the season’s yields.

GrainCorp Wimmera area manager Nathan Tepper said yields across the region were above average, which was pleasing.

“Some growers around the Wimmera reported having the best yields they have seen,” he said.

“GrainCorp’s site at Nhill has now broken its all-time receival record with well over 220,000 tonnes through the gate, and the deliveries are still coming in.

“It’s been an incredible effort from the team and of course a great result for local growers.”

Mr Tepper said the season was challenging, with early rain impacting the quality of barley and wheat

at various stages. “The early start to the harvest coupled with rain delays have also dragged the season out a bit,” he said.

“The Wimmera region is probably about 90 percent of the way through harvest now.

“The effects of the weather meant we had to change our segregation plans and outload grain at a rapid pace to make way for new grades,

which makes for a very busy time on site.

“We really appreciated the patience and support from growers, and they communicated with our site teams really well.”

As of Monday, GrainCorp received more than four million tonnes of grain this harvest across Victoria and almost eight million tonnes nationally.

From page 1 Ambulance Victoria joined Kidsafe and the State Government to launch a ‘Never Leave Kids in Cars’ campaign.

Ambulance Victoria reported paramedics were called to 1240 incidents of people locked in cars in 2023.

Kidsafe Victoria general manager Jason Chambers said leaving children unattended in cars could be fatal.

“The temperature inside a parked car can be 20 to 30 degrees hotter than outside,” he said.

“On a typical Australian summer day, that means temperatures inside a parked car could reach more than 60 degrees in a matter of minutes.

“Young children are particularly at risk as their body temperature can rise three to five times faster than an adult, placing them at greater risk of dehydration and heatstroke.”

Mr Chambers said there were steps parents and carers could take to avoid ‘fatal distraction’ – believing a child to be elsewhere and safe and unknowingly leaving them in a car with tragic outcomes.

“Place a child’s bag or toy in the front seat as a reminder, or leave something in the back seat of the car that you need to take with you when you get out,” he said.

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Popular attractions and hidden The warmer months offer people a chance to enjoy a summer holiday — or a break from work, school and regular routines to explore their own backyard. With this in mind, The Weekly Advertiser spoke to Caroline Price, visitor services team leader at Horsham Rural City Council and Horsham and Grampians Visitor Information Centre, and Georgia Bennett, regional development project manager at Wimmera Mallee Tourism, to learn more about the popular attractions and hidden gems of the Wimmera, Mallee and Grampians. Whether taking your own journey or entertaining visitors to the region, the following day trips and destinations can offer people a rich opportunity to become tourists, locally...

Starting with the ‘hidden gems’ of the region, Wimmera Mallee Tourism recommends a visit to a range of attractions to explore on a day trip:

Bailey’s Rocks, Dergholm

Nestled in Dergholm, Bailey’s Rocks showcase stunning 500-million-year-old boulders, offering a geological journey through time. Enjoy the convenience of a nearby free campsite, providing a perfect opportunity to enjoy this natural wonder.

Snow Drift Sand Dunes, Wyperfeld National Park

Towering sand dunes in the Wyperfeld National Park create a playground for the young and the young at heart. With free camping at the dune base, it becomes a perfect opportunity to disconnect, offering a memorable escape into the tranquil embrace of the desert landscape.

Mount Wycheproof

Mount Wycheproof, with its proud title of the world’s smallest registered mountain, rises modestly at 148 metres. The granite outcrop offers panoramic views and serves as a unique destination for hikers, combining geological intrigue with the charm of a historic town bearing the same name.

The Stick Shed, Murtoa

A remarkable heritage-listed structure renowned for its colossal size and architectural significance. This historic timber storage facility, once

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vital for the Australian war effort during World War II, stands as a testament to ingenuity and remains a fascinating attraction for visitors interested in the region’s industrial history.

Horsham and Grampians Visitor Information Centre added the following opportunities to a must-visit list of ‘best-kept secrets’:

Art Gallery and public art trail

Horsham Regional Art Gallery is one of the largest regional galleries in rural Australia, located in a 1939 art deco building. Its permanent collection has focused on Australian photography since the early 1970s and is of national significance. Visitors can also view works showcasing the Wimmera and the Mack Jost Collection of paintings and works on paper.

Horsham also has an amazing collection of public art pieces scattered throughout its streets and along the Wimmera River. Pick-up a brochure from the Horsham and Grampians Visitor Information Centre while visiting the Art Gallery at the Horsham Town Hall.

Military Museum, Horsham

The privately owned Military Museum exhibits various military vehicles and weapons from World War I and World War II as well as all conflicts with Australian involvement to the present day – represented on wall displays. The collection represents members of the Geelong Military Re-enactment Group, the Military History Group as well as association with the Horsham RSL

COLLECTION: Horsham’s Military Museum exhibits various military vehicles and weapons from World War I and World War II, as well as all conflicts with Australian involvement to the present day.

Picture: PAUL CARRACHER Military and History Group. All equipment is fully licensed and complies with state laws. The collection is open by appointment and is available most days of the year at agreed times at 15 Madden Street, Horsham.

The Mackenzie River

This historic route stretches for 10.5km between Wartook Valley and Zumsteins Picnic Area.

From Zumsteins, walkers can continue on the Mackenzie River Trail for another 3.7km to

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Mackenzie Falls. Originally known as the ‘Back Track’, the trail closely follows the Mackenzie River, or Bun-nah as it is known to Traditional Owners. Along the route there are interpretive signs that detail the area’s history and its significance to the Jadwadjali people. The trail is open to walkers and mountain bikers when conditions are dry. At times, the Mackenzie River floods and the trail is impassable; in this instance it is best to access the trail at Cooinda Burrong.

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gems aplenty across the region In terms of the most popular attractions of the Wimmera, Mallee and Grampians, there were common themes among the suggestions — to embark on a day trip or shorter drive:

GLOBAL ATTRACTION: Mt Arapiles is a premier rock-climbing destination.

Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Silo art — north-east day trip

Showcasing a collection of awe-inspiring, largescale murals painted on towering grain silos, the outdoor gallery transforms agricultural structures into vibrant works of art, creating a unique cultural experience as visitors journey through the picturesque landscapes, connecting rural communities through the power of public art.

“Start at Horsham’s silo, ‘Yangga Dyata – Walking on Country’ by Sam Bates, also known as Smug. Travel on to Murtoa and visit the new Murtoa Silo, also by Smug, the iconic heritage-listed Stick Shed and the Water Tower Museum with the Restored Railway Station.

Picnic lunch on the lake or follow on to Rupanyup to the silo, not forgetting to visit the popular Woods Farming Heritage Museum. If you still have time, travel through Minyip, known as ‘Coopers Crossing’ in The Flying Doctors television show, with the main street featuring many of the buildings such as Emma’s Garage and the General Store. Finish your trip visiting Sheep Hills Silo before heading back to Horsham on the Henty Highway,” Ms Price said.

Dimboola and Little Desert

“Visit the quirky world of the Imaginarium, located in the old bank, take a wander through the main street stopping by the Dimboola Store for a coffee and cake and check out the new Forbidden Forest full of sweet temptations and gifts.

Let youngsters’ imaginations run wild as they play on the old steam train and take a wander down the river. Experience a snippet of the Little Desert at Pomponderoo Hill, a one-kilometre loop walk, just a short drive from Dimboola without the need for a four-wheel drive,” Ms Price said.

“Head back out on to the Western Highway, then head north on the Jeparit-Rainbow Road for 10km. You’ll find another painted silo by Smug featuring local Roley Klinge and the importance of tennis to these small communities.

“Turn back around to Dimboola and make your way back onto the highway in the direction of Adelaide for a short drive to see the pink lake, located on the left-hand side of the highway. It can vary in colour from vivid pink, burgundy or mauve depending on the weather, cloud coverage and the amount of water in it.”

Ms Bennett also recommended spending time in Little Desert National Park — a haven for nature enthusiasts boasting a diverse landscape of sand dunes, heathlands and woodlands.

“Hikers can traverse scenic trails, photographers capture the park’s unique flora and stunning vistas, bird watchers revel in the diverse avian species, and four-wheel drive enthusiasts can explore the rugged terrain, celebrating the park’s ecological richness,” she said.

Mt Arapiles, Dyuritte

The captivating formation celebrated globally as a premier rock-climbing destination was a popular recommendation from both tourism bodies.

People can marvel at the rock climbers, or take

one of the walks from the base of Mt Arapiles to the summit.

Ms Bennett said: “Rising dramatically from the surrounding plains, the mountain not only challenges climbers with its distinctive crags but also beckons hikers to explore scenic trails, providing stunning vistas of the Wimmera.”

In Natimuk, people can collect a map from the craft shop and wander the streets while learning about its history and admiring the various public art pieces. Allow youngsters time to use the play equipment and skate park.

“Here for a leisurely day? Fire up the community pizza oven and spend a lazy afternoon making pizzas. If you have brought your bikes, head out on the Arapiles Big Sky Bicycle Trail.

There are a number of different trails from 4km to the full trail of 33km. The trails include areas such as the Natimuk Lake, Mitre Rock and Mt Arapiles, Dyuritte,” Ms Price said.

Northern Grampians, Gariwerd

There are a range of choices when visiting the Northern Grampians and Gariwerd – from bushwalking and hiking, scenic lookouts and waterfalls, picnic sites, and Indigenous cultural sites.

Ms Price said three popular hiking options included a short but steep hike up Mt Zero, the Grampians Peaks Trail trail head, with views of Mt Stapylton and the Wimmera plains; the medium-hard hike up Hollow Mountain; or the harder hike up Mt Stapylton.

“If you’d rather stay on flat ground, there are two Aboriginal cultural sites worth visiting – ‘Gulgurn Manja Shelter’, 1km return located near Hollow Mountain; and ‘Ngamadjidj Shelter’, just a short 30-metre loop located near Mt Stapylton,” she said.

Ms Price suggested Grampians Olive Co and Mt Stapylton Wines for those feeling peckish, and to visit historic Zumsteins for a picnic or complete the Fish Falls to MacKenzie River Walk, a little more than 4km return.

“Or people can take the short drive further up into the mountains to MacKenzie Falls. You have the option of going to the look-outs near the top to view the magnificent falls or walk to the bottom and view its entirety – bearing in mind there is a steep walk back up the many steps,” she said.

“This is a big day out and worth planning ahead with food, plenty of water and appropriate clothing.”

Wimmera River and Horsham

The service and shopping centre of the Wimmera, Horsham offers residents and visitors a range of opportunities to explore, relax and enjoy.

Ms Bennett said the Wimmera River – in Horsham and beyond – was a popular attraction for visitors and locals alike.

“Meandering through the Wimmera’s picturesque landscape, the river offers a playground for outdoor enthusiasts with opportunities for boating, water skiing, fishing and swimming along its inviting waters,” she said.

“The scenic riverbanks provide perfect spots for leisurely picnics, allowing visitors to savour the stunning natural surroundings while creating unforgettable memories in the heart of this charming destination.”

Walking trails, barbecue facilities and picnic spots, fishing and swimming, and low to nocost family activities are also available along the river in Horsham – including the new water

nature play park, Adventure Island, pump track or Weir Park.

“Enjoy a stroll through the beautiful botanic gardens designed by William Guilfoyle who designed the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne. There is also another great park here for the kids and some interesting public art pieces,” Ms Price said.

“Looking for somewhere to cool down? Head up to the Horsham Regional Art Gallery where there are some great exhibitions over the summer including – The Worlds of Infinite Possibility, The Many Faces of Wes Walters, The Wimmera by Greg Mallyon, Shirley Newton in the Community Art Gallery and Women Painters in the Mack Jost Collection.”

Lake Tyrrell, Sea Lake

Lake Tyrrell and Sea Lake are gaining popularity – particularly for its stargazing and photographic opportunities.

The 120,000-year-old lake, Victoria’s largest salt lake, is regarded as among the best places in Australia star navigation.

The unique salty formation on the lake bed has also become a mecca for international visitors.

“Lake Tyrrell is a vast, shallow, salt-crusted ephemeral lake situated in the Mallee region of north-western Victoria. Known for its stunning reflections during sunset and sunrise, the lake is a unique landscape that transforms into a mesmerising mirror, mirroring the changing hues of the sky,” Ms Bennett said.

• Is your favourite place or attraction missing from this list? Send us an email to weeklyadvertiser@team. aceradio.com.au or message us via Facebook with your favourite spots and hidden gems.

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Cost concern as rate cap set

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ouncil rate increases will be capped at the forecast Consumer Price Index, CPI, for next financial year.

Local Government Minister Melissa Horne confirmed a rate cap of 2.75 percent for 2024-25 — down from 3.5 percent the previous year — under the government’s Fair Go Rates system.

The government accepted the recommendation of the Essential Services Commission regarding the cap, which is equal to the forecast Consumer Price Index.

However, the Municipal Association of Victoria, MAV, has called for a review of the system it says would continue the need for councils to make ‘difficult decisions’ amid ‘extreme financial pressures’.

The rate cap limits the amount all Victorian councils can increase their total revenue from general rates and municipal charges.

Ms Horne also released guidelines for service rates and charges for collection of kerbside waste and recycling from properties — which are not subject to the rate cap.

“Fair Go Rates mean households have certainty over their council rates,” Ms Horne said.

“The rates cap has made a real difference to household budgets over the past eight years and we’ll keep working to reduce costs for families.”

MAV president David Clark said councils were feeling the financial strain of rapid inflation, staff shortages

and cost shifting. “Councils are dealing with spiralling costs on multiple fronts. To decrease the rate cap at this time means many councils will be struggling to deliver the services and infrastructure our communities rightly demand,” he said.

“While local government goes backwards by 30 percent compared to CPI since the introduction of the rate cap, both state and federal budgets increase far beyond this.”

Cr Clark said the MAV continued to call for an independent review of the rate capping system.

“The rate cap does not take into account the vastly different needs of councils across the state. Some councils are still facing exhaustive repair bills from natural disasters; others are in desperate need of upgraded or new infrastructure,” he said.

“A more flexible approach to a rate cap, recognising unique infrastructure challenges, cost shifting by the State Government, and the true cost of council services would provide a more effective way forward for the sector than the current mechanism.”

The government introduced the Fair Go Rates system in 2016. In the decade prior, council rates increased by an average of six percent a year.

Councils can apply for a higher rate cap if they can demonstrate community support and a need for spending on services or projects that requires a rate rise above the capped amount.

CARE: Patients receiving treatment at East Grampians Health Service’s oncology unit have been recipients of handmade quilts to keep them warm during their stay. Great Western friends and quilters, Lorraine Koenen and Jenny Parkin, visited the oncology unit to donate 12 quilts to patients, who were invited to select their own quilt from a range of designs and colours. Ms Koenen and Ms Parkin previously donated 24 colourful quilts to residents at Garden View Court, spending much of their time during COVID-19 lockdowns putting the creations together.

Pictured, back, from left, are Lorraine Koenen, Jenny Parkin, Leesa McInnes and Kate Pitcher with Heather Lockland, front, and one of the donated quilts.

Financial counselling help extended People experiencing financial hardship can access financial counselling services at no charge.

Consumer Affairs Minister Gabrielle Williams said the State Government’s $15-million investment in its Financial Counselling Program also included $1.7 million for family violence counselling.

Ms Williams said the program had supported almost 19,000 people during the 2022-23 financial year, includ-

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“Addressing financial problems has a positive impact on mental health outcomes and creates space for people to focus on other areas of their lives,” he said.

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ing 3806 people experiencing family violence.

Support also included dedicated financial counselling services to help people and communities in areas affected by the October 2022 floods.

The services started in January and provided help to 345 flood victims in six months.

A further 9137 people received financial counselling for rental and consumer issues last financial year.

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hree final masterplans premiered at a December meeting of Yarriambiack Shire Council.

Masterplans were revealed for Hopetoun Recreation Reserve, Warracknabeal Recreation Precinct and Hopetoun Caravan Park, previewing the next 10 years of improvements at each site.

The motions carried for each of the masterplans at the meeting also authorised chief executive Tammy Smith to seek funding opportunities for the implementation of the plans.

Hopetoun Recreation Reserve masterplan included short-term priorities of constructing a new recreation node, involving removal of the skatepark to make way for a new pump track; and an upgrade to the oval irrigation system.

In the medium term, it sought to refurbish the Hopetoun community grandstand; upgrade the playground; landscape the playground and netball

courts; extend the pavilion roof; treat the gravel track; and remove various infrastructure including sheds and sheep yards.

Long-term aims were to develop a small spectator hill; formalise and upgrade existing sealed parking; and develop a new parking area off Mitchell Place.

A masterplan for Warracknabeal Recreation Precinct, which includes the Warracknabeal Leisure Centre, skatepark, senior citizens building, library, council offices and surrounding grassed areas, was also revealed.

It included short term aims of a new street-style skate plaza in an agreed location; a new community hub; and a new outdoor break-out area for council staff and visitors.

The medium-term priorities for the precinct masterplan included significant landscaping of the site; creating a connection between the senior citizens centre and library; and formalising

vehicle access and parking off Jamouneau Street.

In the long term, the masterplan prioritised a possible re-purposing of one or both squash courts to better accommodate table tennis; investigating the relocation of toilets and change area used by table tennis; and formalising vehicle access and on-site parking to the north of the leisure centre.

A masterplan was also adopted for Hopetoun Caravan Park.

It highlighted 14 key directions including an upgrade to the electrical conduit in the southern half of the park; establishing permanent site numbering; providing disability access to the existing amenities block; diverting the poorly drained area in front of cabins seven and eight; additional signs and a map of the park at entrances; and the addition of three large, powered van sites at the site of the old bowling green.

MILESTONE BIRTHDAY: The beginning of 2024 marked an impressive personal milestone for Wimmera resident Lorraine ‘Lozza’ O’Beirne, coming a day after her 90th birthday. Mrs O’Beirne spent December 31 with friends and family, going out for a special meal before seeing in the New Year with her sister Kay. Picture: SEAN O’CONNELL

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Heartfelt thanks

I am writing to express my thanks to the Christian Emergency Food Centre and Reverse Advent Calendar program.

This year has been tough for me and my son.

For the first time, I applied to the food centre for help and received a Reverse Advent Calendar box.

It was incredible to open.

There were so many staples packed tightly in – pasta and sauce, rice, margarine, cereal, many packet soups and jellies which we used during our recovery from COVID. The best item was the Robert Timms coffee bags – it is our favourite brand but we don’t buy it often because of cost.

I didn’t know how we would make it through Christmas, but thanks to the kindness of strangers, we were fine.

Thanks to the Christian, good hearted and generous people who stretched their budgets to give to someone else.

Thanks to the local churches and community groups who gave out, stacked and delivered boxes to the food centre on their return.

Thanks to the Christian Emergency Food Centre, Horsham for developing this ‘in partnership’ approach to poverty and need.

A grateful recipient of box 42

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In the family and domestic violence service sector we talk about a person who experiences family violence as a ‘victim-survivor’.

It’s an awkward phrase and it’s not perfect, but it does capture how two things can be true at the same time.

Family violence is a crime. Those who experience it are victims.

But each of these people is so much more than a victim. They have a life, a personality, a presence outside and beyond what has happened to them.

In the moment, being a victim of family violence can seem all encompassing and inescapable – but that does not need to be the case. So, we also talk about survivors.

We centre our focus on the fact these things happened to a person, but those acts do not define them. It is something they are going through, but it is only one part of their story.

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Family violence is traumatic, it takes a long time to recover. It is a thing to be survived – it can be survived.

Last year the Salvos alone helped more than 10,000 people escaping violence.

When we look at the drivers of family violence it can feel overwhelming to try to dismantle embedded social, economic and legal systems that perpetuate family violence. We do need to dismantle those systems, but for a moment, let’s focus on the people.

Right now, you can call out behaviour that minimises or excuses violence within our families, schools and workplaces. Ask people to explain why that joke is funny. Make it clear you are not interested in victimshaming.

Right now, you can make sure you are a safe space for victim-survivors to reach out. It’s okay if you don’t know exactly what to say or do – demonstrate you believe them and are on their side. Then, if they are ready, there’s a range of people who do know what to do – help them reach out.

Right now, if you see something, you can say something.

Sometimes intervening can make a situation more dangerous for the victim-survivor so it’s natural to feel scared to act, but there are people who can help and advise you. And if someone is in immediate danger, call the police. Don’t worry if it turns out to be a false alarm.

If you are worried it will make relations awkward, the police won’t tell them who made the call and you might just save someone’s life.

There are a lot of structural things we need to do to address family violence.

We need to fix gender equality and attitudes toward women. We need to reform our welfare system so victimsurvivors are not choosing between abuse and poverty, and adequately fund our family violence sector so we can help every single person who reaches out and focus on early intervention. We need to do all these things.

But while we are doing them, we also need to personally take action.

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upport for housing, tourism, early childhood education and care, and settlement and migration initiatives headline the highlights of the region’s peak economic development organisation.

Wimmera Southern Mallee Development, formerly known as Wimmera Development Association, has released its 2023 Annual Report.

It says highlights of the year included launching its strategic plan; establishing the company, Wimmera Housing Innovations Pty, WHIP, which is supporting several housing initiatives to address shortage of accommodation in the region; continuing work to develop tourism and tourist facilities; supporting By Five Early Years Initiative’s work to increase early childhood education and care, and their child health and welfare activities; and supporting training, employment, settlement and migration initiatives.

It advocated for responsible renewable energy generation and transmission line developments, and supported local communities through leadership development, business awards and grants.

“In our region, WSM Development’s purpose is to lead and advocate for responsible economic growth, ensuring future liveability and prosperity,” the report reads.

“WSM Development is proud to be a major contributor to the growth and success of our region.”

The WSM Development Strategic Plan articulates the organisation’s purpose and vision that by 2032, its programs will have facilitated population growth of 7000 people across the region and assisted communities and businesses to lower carbon emissions to reach legislated targets.

Its values, ‘innovative, supportive and brave’ define its people and culture, and guide collaboration, leadership, advocacy and delivery of value for the region.

In terms of housing projects, the organisation has pursued a number of initiatives following on from its Housing Blueprint, aimed at improving housing supply including short-term solutions for newcomers, formation of WHIP to continue project work, support for tourism accommodation grants to alleviate housing issues outside peak tourist seasons, and documentation of a landbank with efforts to make it available for use.

Tourism projects included provision of cabin accommodation across the region, creating more mid-market and up-market facilities using existing significant buildings such as railway stations or churches, digital reality experiences at Silo Art, and improved signs and marketing.

Initiatives, with By Five, have included maternal health, early childhood education and care, and child health and wellbeing.

A Job Advocate program, planned pilot programs to provide care-based training for potential workers in case industries, and opportunities for the region to attract migrants to assist businesses to attract additional workforce were also highlighted.

WSM Development works with the community and governments to attract new investment, further develop existing businesses and promote sustainable development opportunities – both within and outside the region.

It is a vital link between industry and government and has a proven track record of advocating for and attracting new development to the region.

Its members include Horsham Rural City, Buloke, Hindmarsh, Northern Grampians, West Wimmera and Yarriambiack shires.

People can read the annual report in full via wda.org.au

EFFORT: Edenhope College student Dashel Adams receives his student citizenship award from West Wimmera Shire mayor Tim Meyer.

Students’ initiative celebrated Annual awards have honoured the initiative, community spirit and positive examples of three students in the west Wimmera.

West Wimmera Shire Council presented its annual student citizenship awards to three students last month.

The awards recognised Susan Rowe of Goroke College, Bonnie Gordon of Kaniva College and Dashel Adams of Edenhope College for their willingness to assist in tasks that benefitted the community, their involvement in community activities, and setting positive examples regarding attitudes to study.

The award includes a framed certificate and $300 for future education expenses.

Mayor Tim Meyer said the annual awards were the council’s way of ‘saying well done’.

“Council believes it is important to acknowledge and encourage students who strive for excellence,” Cr Meyer said.

“It’s fantastic to see so many young people striving to make a difference in our communities.”

Students undertaking a Victorian Certificate of Education, VCE, or Victorian Certificate of Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Applied Learning, VCAL, in 2023 were eligible for the award.

Scholarships presented

Hindmarsh Shire Council has presented its annual Rae Keam scholarship and award to students at the shire’s three secondary colleges.

The honour is named after Rae Keam, a Shire of Dimboola engineer from 1955 to 1979, who was born and raised locally and was well respected in his role with the council.

After his death, his wife would travel to each school presenting this award to students who demonstrated academic merit together with well-rounded citizenship qualities.

Mayor Brett Ireland said the criterion evolved over time as schools gained further sponsorships, scholarships and awards from other sources, but it was still held in ‘very high regard’ at each school.

Holly Doxey and Clarissa Bigham shared the honours at Rainbow P-12 College while Caleb Zanker was the Nhill College recipient and Meleah Ylstra the Dimboola Memorial Secondary College recipient.

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“We recently aquired the original shire map from the Shire of Karkarooc before it became Yarriambiack Shire and it was in a horrible state of disrepair,” Jen said.

“We were able to source some overseas funding for the restoration of this map which would have to be done by museum quality curators and restoration experts.

The map will be framed, so we applied for the grant to assist us with the funding, as we are a small regional historical society and we don’t have a lot of funds. To our great gratitude and pleasure we received a grant from the HSCC to help with this.

“This grant benefits our organisation, but it also re-creates a very, very integral and important piece of documentation that exemplifies the history of the whole shire, including the names of the very early pioneers and settlers who came to our district. We have applied for grants before, and have been very grateful that we’ve been appreciated, accepted and admire in our community to receive these grants.”

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ow, what an amazing response we had from last month’s column, where we challenged everyone to take a step back and look beyond the surface of what is often seen as the ‘behaviour’ of a child or ‘inaction’ of a parent to understand what might be going on behind the scenes.

This hit a chord with so many, for whom this is exactly how they feel daily – judged, exhausted, failed and disconnected from their community.

The challenge was to catch yourself and reflect on instances when this is just how we react.

Even as the author of this column, I’d be lying to say I haven’t done this myself.

If you’ve taken the challenge and maybe become more aware of yourself, here is challenge number two: Tune into the conversations around you.

The real ‘test’ is to take these conversations we are exposed to daily and offer some probing questions.

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Why do you think she was carrying on like that? Do you think there might be something else going on? How do you think it would make her mother feel when this happens? Did you offer a smile or tell her she was doing a good job?

Just a few simple questions such as this offered to others around us may open their minds to an alternative narrative about others.

This state of empathy can have a real impact on individuals and families.

We know that if parents feel more supported and less stressed, this leads to more positive parenting and a sense of hope — which in turn helps our children to thrive.

We all know that if children are thriving, our shops, towns, communities and regions also prosper.

Many of us will have driven or visited our home towns during the Christmas break and for those who have been ‘home’, we can probably see first-hand the changes over time.

Some are fabulous and others, particularly population decline, are more notable.

Despite the size of a town or the physical number of residents, we all agree that every individual in these special places deserves the right to have equitable access to resources that support them to be the very best version of themselves.

While there is some way to go in achieving equitable service access for rural people, we can continue the legacy of what makes the Wimmera such a great place.

People are our richest asset and how we, as people of the Wimmera, choose to welcome, support and empathise with others will influence our future.

A road in Stawell will honour the legacy of a long-serving family in the area.

Northern Grampians Shire Council voted to name the unnamed road between Horsham and Grampians roads as ‘Maddocks Road’ — in line with its practice to recognise the contribution of early families to the area. It will recognise the former location of the Maddocks Cordial Factory and the contribution of the Maddocks family to Stawell for more than 144 years.

“Jane Maddocks and her son John sailed from England and arrived and settled in Stawell in 1864 to live closer to his uncle. John Maddocks lived and worked along the unnamed road after he took over running the aerated water and cordial factory which he inherited from his uncle, for more than 20 years until his death in July 1898,” a report to the council read.

“In 1878 John married Janet Hyslop and had four children who grew up in Stawell — John, William, Jeannie and Jessie.

“John was held in high regard as he worked actively in the community as a member of the Stawell Band and the Stawell Volunteer Fire Brigade, in which he held the position of captain for many years until his death in 1898.

“When John passed away, the cordial factory continued to be operated by John and Janet’s sons, John and William Maddocks for a few more years until the business closed.”

The council has liaised with family member Ron Maddocks to seek agreement to the road name.

Cr Kevin Erwin said the process to name the road had taken some months to ‘come to light’ — but was a ‘fitting tribute’.

Gender Equity Victoria is working with Geographic Names Victoria to better promote equality in place naming and commemoration through its ‘Put her name on it’ campaign.

Council officers liaised with Stawell Historical Society and the Maddocks family for records to recognise notable women in the family but, like many women of the era, no formal records could be obtained.

Cr Lauren Dempsey, the only councillor to vote against the motion, called on the council to name more streets and historical sites after the region’s influential women.

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Splash park aspiration for Kaniva West Wimmera Shire Council will apply for funding to develop a state-of-the-art splash park at Kaniva.

The council will apply for $500,000 from the Federal Government’s Growing Regions Fund and match the funds from its own coffers.

The all-abilities play space is earmarked within the existing Kaniva Swimming Pool, as a redevelopment of the existing toddler pool, and will include a small tod-

dler pool area alongside various water play features.

Mayor Tim Meyer said the project would create a significant boost for Kaniva and become a drawcard for the shire.

“There is no other facility like it in the wider Wimmera region. This project has the potential to significantly increase the capacity and use of the Kaniva Swimming Pool,” he said.

The community suggested the idea of a

splash park in Kaniva through the council’s ‘innovation platform’ and it went on to earn inclusion in the council’s 2022-23 Annual Plan.

A community survey found 96 percent of respondents supported the idea.

Cr Meyer said scoping and planning work was complete and, if the funding application is successful, the council hoped to complete the project — and have it operational —by December 2025.

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A new rapid infuser has arrived at Grampians Health Horsham and the operating suite team has completed specialist training to ensure they are ready to use the device.

The Blue Ribbon Foundation Horsham branch has spent two years on various fundraising projects to raise money for the device, worth $50,000.

This included its Commissioner’s gala in November, which raised more than $30,000 towards the fundraising total.

Branch chairman throughout the fundraising period, Dale Russell, said it was a bigger project than his committee would normally target.

“We generally aim a bit lower so we can complete a project within a year, but our committee understood the importance for the hospital to have its own rapid infuser,” Mr Russell said.

“It was a big effort, but we had great support from the Horsham community and from our big partners such as Woolworths and ACE Radio.”

Grampians Health Horsham operating suite nurse unit manager Jenny Thomson said the hospital had never owned a rapid infuser.

“This rapid infuser delivers lifesaving, warmed blood and fluid at the touch of a button,” Ms Thomson said.

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VITAL: Grampians Health Horsham theatre nurse Georgia Barnett, left, shows the workings of the rapid infuser to Blue Ribbon Foundation Horsham branch secretary Kelly Schilling, vice-chair Dale Russell, fellow theatre nurse Maggie Clough and Emergency Department nurse unit manager Odette Richards. much easier in emergency situations when someone is haemorrhaging heavily.

“We are so grateful to the Blue Ribbon Foundation and to the Horsham community for supporting us and getting this device.

“It’s only a matter of time as to when it saves someone’s life.”

The device is a specialised type of pump that can quickly administer fluids such as blood, plasma or electrolyte solutions.

This fluid can be delivered at rates of up to 1000ml a minute.

Grampians Health site director at Horsham, Maree Markby, said the rapid infuser was extremely portable and was easily transported

throughout the hospital by one person.

“This equipment would be used in the Emergency Department, managing situations where there may have been massive blood loss such as trauma,” she said.

“It could also be used in obstetric environments such as labour wards or operating theatres, to manage massive blood loss for post-partum haemorrhage, emergency surgery for abdominal or vascular injury or other complications from different types of surgery.

“Prior to having the device, rapid fluid infusion occurred using manual methods such as inflatable pressure bags which are slower

— a 250ml bag of blood over five minutes — and run the risk of disconnection and hence loss of vital fluid spilling, or in dire situations, a nurse standing and squeezing the fluid bag by hand which is also slower and very labour intensive.

“This equipment also warms the fluids as they go into the vein which is very important as infusing cold fluids has significant effect on the body and oxygen transfer leading to hypothermia, which can further complicate a primary emergency situation.”

The branch’s next gala is scheduled for February 2025.

Hindmarsh grants encourage community action Hindmarsh Shire Council has opened round two of its community action grants program.

The program has helped community groups and non-profit organisations to host community events, purchase equipment and upgrade

facilities since its establishment in 2013.

The application process was reassessed and re-modelled to be more accessible for all applicants, and applicants are encouraged to review the updated guidelines.

The council has allocated $20,000 to the program, categorised into three key areas — event sponsorship up to $500, and small equipment and community assistance up to $1000.

Application forms and other in-

formation including application guidelines, are available online via hindmarsh.vic.gov.au/Apply-forGrants or from any of the council’s service centres.

Applications will close on February 9.

COMMENT

BY DR ANNE WEBSTER I hope you have had a restful Christmas and a good break with your family and friends.

A new year is always exciting, with new opportunities.

Across the past 12 months as Shadow Assistant Minister for Regional Health, I have been working hard on policy that will ensure people who live in regional Australia have better access to healthcare — just like our urban counterparts.

My healthcare policies are being costed and I look forward to sharing them with you soon.

Rest assured, they will work to address the immediate and long-term need for more doctors, specialists, allied health and nurses in regional Australia.

Nine million people — nearly a third of Australia’s population — live in our regions and experience a greater burden of chronic health and premature death, in part due to inadequate health services.

This year as we head closer to the next federal election, it is a priority for me that the health needs of regional people are at the forefront.

We need policies to help regional Australians, not just those who wake up to a city skyline.

In addition to healthcare, I am continuing to fight for our farmers — including standing up to the reckless railroading of transmission lines through prime farming land, mineral sands projects forcing farmers away from their homes, or the Federal Government slapping a biosecurity levy on farmers for the risks imposed by their international competitors.

Farming regions such as the Wimmera contribute so much to Australia, and your voices must be heard in Canberra.

It has been a pleasure to serve Mallee as your Federal Member since 2019, and I look forward to continuing to represent you.

As the Nationals settle on their policies to take to the next election I welcome you putting your ideas forward.

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This week, a selection of favourite images from January to June are revisited, including, clockwise from above: Luke Bowler of the Southern Waters Ski Show Team on the Wimmera River at Sawyer Park during Australia Day; Calista, Kylie and Sienna Christian at Horsham Anzac Day dawn service; Horsham Arts Council’s Seussical the Musical cast; Peta Chaplin and Garry Jenkins with his 1957 Chevrolet Belair at Ararat Town Hall promoting Ararat’s Jailhouse Rock festival return; Stella Barton, daughter of Sarah Barton and a friend of Stella Young, at the Stella Young statue unveiling at Cato Park, Stawell; Will Cox and Pip at a Wimmera Yard Dog Trial at Horsham Showground; Noah Tanzen, Mt Beauty, and Ojars Balodis, Benalla, at a Horsham gliding coaching course; and centre, Benny the Clown at the Wimmera Machinery Field Days.

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ia Australia has announced further details of its refreshed Picanto range, with the importer’s smallest offering to present new looks, enhanced technology and an upgraded safety suite as it arrives in dealerships in coming months.

Now priced from $20,690 driveaway, the Picanto range is up to $2100 dearer than before.

It will continue to rival the likes of the popular MG3, which is now Australia’s cheapest new car, priced from $19,990 drive-away.

The 2024 Kia Picanto is available in two trim grades — sport and GT-Line — both powered by the carryover 62kW-122Nm, 1.2-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine and available with the choice of five-speed manual or fourspeed automatic transmissions.

The turbocharged three-cylinder one-litre unit has been dropped from the range.

The updated model features Kia’s Opposites United design language, which it says is highlighted by a new headlight graphic and grille and rede-

signed front bumper. The rear design is ‘slightly tweaked’ with adjustments made to the tail-lights and bumper.

GT-Line variants are further enhanced with a new ‘signature’ lighting design Kia says creates an ‘illusion’ of a wider appearance.

Sport grades are equipped as standard with 14-inch alloy wheels while the high-grade GT-Line is equipped with 16-inch machine-finished diamond cut alloy wheels.

Other feature highlights include artificial leather on the steering wheel and

gear selector knob, and a D-shaped steering wheel for the GT-Line grade.

Analogue gauges are replaced by a 4.2-inch digital instrument cluster across both trims, featuring alongside the existing eight-inch ‘floating’ touchscreen infotainment display, newly added rear USB-C charging ports and power folding mirrors with heating in the GT-Line.

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yundai has sold its two millionth new vehicle in Australia, the Atlas White Kona SUV, delivered by Morley Hyundai in Western Australia — the state where its Australian story began.

Hyundai’s Australian operations started in 1986 with a single dealership in Perth selling one model, the Excel, which went on to become Australia’s best-selling car.

Hyundai Motor Company Australia,

HMCA, said West Australian dealers played a critical role in the growth of the brand, having delivered both the first and millionth vehicles, and now the two-millionth Hyundai vehicle.

Hyundai took 26 years to sell its first million vehicles in Australia and just 11 more to hit the two-million mark — the milestone coming as HMCA celebrates its 20th anniversary as a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company.

HMCA was established in 2003 as a

wholly-owned subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company and in 2004 reached 500,000 unit sales.

“We’re incredibly grateful for the support of each and every buyer that has contributed to this milestone,” HMCA chief executive Ted Lee said.

“Hyundai is firmly etched into the Australian automotive landscape and we are hugely appreciative of the trust and loyalty so many people have placed in our brand — not least the

heroes in the police, ambulance and emergency services who rely on our vehicles.

“We will continue to strive to deliver exceptional products and services, as we advance towards our vision for zero emissions by 2045.”

Hyundai was Australia’s fifth most popular car brand in 2002 and HMCA says the brand is recognised as an ‘established leader’ in automotive innovation and technology.

Australian Hyundai sales totalled

73,345 units in 2022 for a 6.8 percent share of the market, delivered through a national network of 163 dealers.

The annual sales tally, to the end of November, stood at 70,296 vehicles.

The Hyundai i30 remains the local arm’s best-selling model with 21,166 units delivered in 2022.

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Bidding farewell to a modern classic

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udi has farewelled the TT sportscar in Australia with the Final Edition coupe going on sale.

The limited edition model marks the end of three generations of the TT, and joins similar celebratory models in Europe and the United States.

The variant, priced from $88,479 plus on-road costs, is based on the 45 TFSI quattro coupe variant and is believed to have more than $14,000 of additional equipment for a $4479 uptick in price.

Additions include Audi’s S Line Competition Plus package with rear spoiler, black exterior garnishing, 19or 20-inch alloy wheel options, a leather and Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel with a 12 o’clock marker,

power adjustable seats in Nappa leather with ‘S’ embossing and ara blue or express red stitching, and a choice of turbo blue or slate grey interior finishings.

It is available in four paint colours – chronos grey, glacier white, tango red and turbo blue.

Audi offers the TT Final Edition with the same driveline in the derivative model – a two-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine developing 180kW and 370Nm driving all four wheels via a seven-speed, dual-clutch, automatic transmission.

A zero to 100kmh time of 5.1 seconds is listed.

More than 650,000 examples of the TT have been produced at Audi’s Gyor plant in Hungary since production commenced some 25 years ago.

“Instantly recognisable, the Audi TT rightly enjoys its place as a modern classic,” Audi Australia managing director Jeff Mannering said.

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SOLUTION: BRING, YUMMY, AIDED, BUTCH, TAKEN (BARBECUE)

Rulers of ancient Egypt (8) Author of Heart of Darkness, Joseph – (6) 10 Abyss (5) 11 US politician, – Pelosi (5) 12 Word play (3) 13 Roustabout (9) 14 Depressed (4) 16 Poem (3) 18 English 1500s royal house (5) 19 Foreign (5) 20 Dwarf planet (5)

In what year did Serena Williams (pictured) win her first Australian Open?

2. Which English-born author is known for her Tales of the Otori novels?

3. Who starred as Peregrine Fisher in the 2019 series Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries?

4. Which famous Indian actor co-founded the film production company Red Chillies Entertainment?

5. Denise Scott Brown, Neri Oxman and Clare Cousins are known for their work in what field?

6. Which English city’s flag depicts a naked woman riding a horse?

7. In which Australian state was the Talgai Skull found in 1886?

8. Peter Carey won the 2001 Man Booker prize for which novel?

9. Which character in Carmen sings the Toreador Song?

10. Which Secretary-General of the United Nations died in a plane crash in 1961?

ANSWERS: 1. 2003 2. Lian Hearn 3. Geraldine Hakewill 4. Shah Rukh Khan 5. Architecture 6. Coventry 7. Queensland 8. True History of the Kelly Gang 9. Escamillo 10. Dag Hammarskjöld

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1. Does a fruit or vegetable have seeds?

2.

True or false? Some Australian owls eat plants.

3.

The echidna and platypus are the only mammals with an ability to detect electrical fields generated by muscular contraction. This is called: A. Electroreception. B. Sonar. C. Radar reception. D. Impulse-location.

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What international grand slam tennis tournament has an alternative title named after a famous aviator?

6. What are the first names of these former Australian cricketers? Slater, Bevan, Kasporic, Waugh, Boon and Fleetwood-Smith? Which one was born in the Wimmera?

10 years ago: January 8, 2014

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What southern Mallee settlement, originally part of Brim station, gets its name from the Book of Isaiah, 6:24, that in some English translations means ‘married’ or ‘inhabited’?

Crashes resulting in elderly road users being seriously injured increased more than 55 percent in the Wimmera in 2013. Latest Victoria Police statistics show the number of people aged between 75 and 85 years who received serious injuries in vehicle crashes increased from 43 in 2012 to 67 in 2013.

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Five years ago: January 9, 2019

10. In Australia and America, what type of animal is commonly referred to as a ‘razorback’?

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9. 1977. At its arrival in the Wimmera at Horsham Motevu Drive in Kalkee Road the queue of cars stretched south back across Horsham North overpass. 10. A type of feral pig.

One year ago: January 11, 2023

A housing development for healthcare workers in Horsham could welcome its first residents within a year. Developer Elmstone Property Group and Grampians Health have confirmed a 3.5-acre block of land, with frontage to both Byrne and Tucker streets, as the site of an $8.3-million, 36-unit development.

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Lotto Numbers: 1.15.25.23.36.7.

It is important to stay calm and only confide in those who have proven themselves to be trustworthy. Taking a break could do wonders for your mental state. There are indications that your income will increase.

GEMINI: (May 21- June 21)

Lucky Colour: Peach Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 1.3.2.5.

Lotto Numbers: 2.3.12.26.35.40.

You are likely to experience an increase in happiness in your home environment.

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CANCER: (June 22- July 22)

Lucky Colour: Violet Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 1.3.6.5.

Lotto Numbers: 1.12.26.35.5.4.

It’s possible that someone close to you is experiencing good luck, and this might also benefit you in some way. Your talent for finding things could prove useful soon, so be open to providing assistance to someone who needs it.

LEO: (July 23- August 22)

Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Friday Racing Numbers: 1.2.5.2.

Lotto Numbers: 1.12.23.36.32.20.

Be prepared for a surprising romantic situation. Your travel plans might be disrupted, causing you to end up in the wrong place at the wrong time. Some people may be very annoyed insisting that they are right, despite evidence to the contrary.

VIRGO: (August 23- September 23) Lucky Colour: Black Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 2.3.2.5.

Lotto Numbers: 1.12.26.35.40.45.

Guard against frivolous spending or deals that appear too good to be true.

Otherwise, you could end up with a bad purchase. There will be a noticeable improvement in your personal image this week.

LIBRA: (September 24- October 23) Lucky Colour: Cream Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 1.3.2.5.

Lotto Numbers: 1.15.45.20.32.22.

There are many people around you who may try to take advantage of your kindness. It is best not to mix business with pleasure. Attend to routine tasks promptly, but delay making any important decisions until later.

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It seems like many people will have the opportunity to meet new and interesting individuals, as well as experience new things. The majority will be able to accomplish their goals with ease and may find that money flows more freely.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23- December 20) Lucky Colour: Pink Lucky Day: Sunday Racing Numbers: 2.3.2.1.

Lotto Numbers: 1.12.25.6.30.11.

During this period, it is possible for someone to unexpectedly propose an important question to you. You may also find yourself getting involved in other people’s love affairs. Financially, things may be a bit strained.

CAPRICORN: (December 21- January 19) Lucky Colour: Silver Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 1.3.5.9.

Lotto Numbers: 8.12.5.44.40.33.

This upcoming period might be challenging with intense competition both at work and home. It is essential to maintain your patience when dealing with family matters and avoid reacting impulsively. Take a moment to reflect before speaking.

AQUARIUS: (January 20- February 19) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 4.5.2.6.

Lotto Numbers: 1.12.15.26.34.40.

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Vale Don Amor

Horsham Saints Football Netball Club pays tribute to a man who made a huge contribution to our club.

Don was a mentor to many players and a great friend to many. His contributions to the club are numerous including induction to the Hall of Fame, life member, senior and reserve football coach for several years.

The Horsham Saints Football Netball Club wishes to pass our condolences to the Amor family who has had a long-standing and multigenerational connection with our club.

FRY, Margaret Ann

25.9.1934 to 26.12.2023 Loving wife of Max (dec).

Loving mother and mother in law of Tony & Karen; Stephen (dec); Joanne; and Trudie.

Loved Grandma to Robert & Esther, Kim & Michael, Jai & Alysha, Wade & Haley, Shannon & Mark, and Sam. Great Grandma to Violet, Sharni, Maddison, Lachlan, Mason & Lola.

Eternal Peace

HAUSTORFER, Florence Elaine 27.12.1934 – 30.12.2023 Passed away peaceful at Avonlea Respect Nhill, Loved Wife of Vernon (dec)

HAUSTORFER, Florence Elaine

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McRAE (nee Thomson), Janet Myra

FRY, Margaret Ann

STARICK, Mary

24-12-1923 to 5-1-2024 Passed away peacefully at the Natimuk Nursing Home January 5, 2023 aged 100 yrs.

Janet devoted her life to caring for her loving husband, Ian and family, friends, and those in need.

She was an inspiration to all and will be missed, by those who shared in her life.

Forever in our hearts

RIDDEL, Robyn Annette

14-03-1956 to 01-01-2022 Passed away peacefully at Wimmera Base Hospital Loved mother of Solomon & mother in law of Courtney.

Now At Peace As is the families wish, Robin will be farewelled at a private family memorial service.

Followed by a private cremation.

Horsham & District Funerals

Amity Perovic & Dylan Hartwich

5382 1149

ROSS, Laurence December 31st , 2023 Dad, May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper for you to hear, That we will love and remember you, And forever keep you near.

Love always Robyn, Jonathon and Timothy

Horsham & District Funerals

Amity Perovic & Dylan Hartwich

5382 1149

ROSS, Laurence Passed away peacefully on December 31st , 2023, aged 83 years.

27.12.1934 – 30.12.2023 Respected sister of George Bennett (dec) & Sister In-law of Joan.

Aunty of John & Allison.

Alan & Donna & their families.

Loved and loving father of Robyn, Jonathon and Timothy.

Now at peace

Proud Grandfather of Alex, Stephen, Codie and Ashleigh.

Dearly loved husband of Kaye (Deceased).

We will hold you in our hearts forever.

Horsham & District Funerals

Amity Perovic & Dylan Hartwich

5382 1149

Former President of Horsham Spinners & Weavers Group, Mary was a good friend to all.

She was happy to share her many craft skills.

Trevor Bysouth & Daughter

Sadly missed.

AFDA Member

HAUSTORFER, Florence Elaine The funeral service for Florence Elaine will be held at the Nhill Uniting Church Thursday 11th January at 11am Interment to follow at the Nhill Lawn Cemetery Emiley & Mathew Bone Nhill & District Funerals 0419 008 464

McRAE (nee Thomson), Janet Myra

The funeral service for Janet will be held at the Dimboola Uniting Church, Friday, January 12 at 11am.

Interment to follow at the Dimboola Cemetery.

Emiley & Mathew Bone Nhill, Dimboola & Kaniva District Funerals 0419 008 464

WARRICK, Nathan Scott

20-6-1977 to 12-1-2022 In memory of our much loved son.

It’s sometimes hard to know why some things happen as they do, for so much joy and happiness was centered around you.

It seems so hard to comprehend that you’re no longer here, but all the happy memories will keep you near.

You’re thought about with pride with each mention of your name, death cannot change a single thing our love will still remain.

Love, Mum and Dad.

Memorial Notices

BURNS, Leslie (Joe)

14/5/1939 - 9/1/2023 It’s one year since you left us Seems like yesterday.

We still love and miss you And talk about you everyday.

Bev and families.

MACKLEY, Linda Victoria Aged 93

Mum you will be greatly missed, rest in peace.

Loved by Clive

MACKLEY, Linda Victoria

Aged 93 Rest easy now, you will be missed by us all.

Loved by your son Steven; grandchildren Olivia, Mollie and Tom; and great grandchildren Blake, Sophia and Hudson.

ABN 16 064 882 042

Animals & Accessories

Animals & Accessories

Animals & Accessories

Kelpie x Coolie Pups, ready to go, born 15.10.23, raised with kids, dark M, m/chip 953010006206887,source Bristlenose catfish, great # MB238326, $250 Ph Jo tank cleaners $5ea until sold 0410331573 out Ph 0474159010 after One persian female sheep 6.30pm with a baby 2 weeks old Budgies, assorted colours $250ono Ph 0481756063 $10 each Ph 0417533579 Parrots for sale, hand raised, Budgies, assorted colours, young green cheek conures, pastels $10 each Ph extremely friendly, young 0419505737 aviary bred bourkes/ turks Ph Doberman pups, 4x 0408535515 girls black/tan, 4x boys 3 black/tan and 1 brown/ tan, ready to go, m/c # 956000014813157/14702252 /14697789/14699139/148457 71/14850566/14817621/1481 0773 $2000 Ph 0431982052

Pups Kelp-Collie x St Poodle. well loved, ready, suit family w kids, source:MB223023 vet-checkd mchip 953010006636005,006, 953010006635755,857,861, 870,874,994, visits welcome Ph 0458169182

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, Kelpie Pups, Bob tailed 956000014697120 $300 plus kelpies, born 26/7/23, parents Gst ono Ph Tim 0491895301 excellent working dogs - Roosters, ducks and guinea working home only, m/chip# foul wanted Ph 0469740723 1514100623485/1007303595 Wanted Person to look after Source# EE232038 Ph 10 yr old greyhound placid 0427861437 female, odd times, ongoing

thank you

Father in law of Shelley and Hugo.

Great Grandfather of 8.

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Margaret Ann Fry was farewelled at a private family gathering.

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Event Services

Thank you

I would like to thank all who travelled near and far to help me celebrate my 90th birthday, and for visits, cards, gifts & phone calls.

A very special thanks to my wonderful supportive family for giving me such a special Sunday and long weekend.

I loved every moment.

Lorraine O’Beirne

caravans

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Horsham Florist 51 Roberts Ave, Horsham

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18.6 tandum cylmic caravan, full length annex, elec brakes, heating / cooling b/d $27,750 Ph 0453911050 Nhill

Wool buyer Cash payments On-farm appraisals 92 Rowena St, East Bendigo Ph 5406 0629

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Funeral Directors

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When the times comes, it’s a relief to know everything has been taken care of.

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caravans

caravans

1995 Roadstar Voyager 17’ pop top single axle caravan, 2 single beds, has full size annex in as new cond, van presents very well $10,000ono Ph Eileen 0437899398

REDUCED 2005 Caravan Excel 511, air bag, roof lift, 2x120 AH batteries and solar, 3 way fridge, gas heating, tv, full awning annex, d/bed, plenty storage $17,000 Ph 2015 New Age Mant Ray 19E, 0419566055 EC, always shedded, AL-KO electronic stability 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 REDUCED 2005 Traveller Caravan 19’ Hurricane, shower and toilet, full annex $30,000 Ph 0417555823 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

Computers & Entertainment REDUCED Acer Swift go EVO 16, Windows 11, Norton, 4 year warranty, new, unused, OLED high resolution graphics, $750 Ph 0474297661

Employment

Galaxy 2007, new Tebbs annexe, a/c, oven, fridge, rego, batteries $25,000ono Ph 0402933972

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

Jayco Finch pop top caravan, 2 double beds with fly mesh, electric brakes, boat Farm Machinery racks and an annex, $15,000 Ph 53582560 Stawell 20 foot container, painted Jayco Starcraft 2011, EC, with kill rust paint, good -always kept in a shed- 19’ 6, condition, lockable, pick queen island bed, reverse AC, up Ararat, $ 3500 cash Ph 3 way fridge, separate shower 0400013041 and toilet, washing machine, TV/DVD, 2 large extra storage boxes on A frame, solar, 1860 tare $37,000neg Ph 0418777440

Farm Machinery

for sale

Pallet Racking Heavy duty, 5.6m high, $50 per end, $15 per rail Ph 0428523919

1999 Jayco 16’ pop-top caravan with unused annex, Lumberjack Johanna Light GC $14,500 Ph 0400823134 camper trailer, with full annexe and solar panel, toilet/ 2000 Jayco Freedom shower annexe with hot water, pop-top, alum frame, tandem, 2021 model in EC $20,000 Ph elec brakes, 12V sys, light 0427680253 truck tyres, island d/bed, new mattress, m/wave, upright engel fridge/ freezer(270), r/ out awning & annex & extras, $16,900ono Ph 0400894020

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

Farm Machinery

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

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Sherwell auger 33ft by 9 inches, 20hp, van guard, Case 1660 header, 25ft front electric start motor, no fertiliser and trailer. No longer needed used, easy to handle, always ph. 0429911201 shedded, VGO $7500 plus Home exercise machine, full body workout using vibrating Chamberlain C670 Tractor Gst Ph 0429979100 system $120 Ph 0417166277 starts and runs well $4000 Horn sewing cabinet, plus Gst, Morton Baker Wool GC $200 Ph 0427822343 Press $2900 plus Gst, New Horsham Holland Small Bale Pick Up Jumbuck outdoor gas Loader $800 plus Gst, all oven, trolley and cover, in working order excess to new condition $250 Ph requirements Ph 0400603022 0448826464 Sherwell Auger 50’, 9”, runs Lavour Wash combo FF70, well $15,000 plus Gst ono Ph diesel shed heater and GT 0429911201 cold pressure washer $600

Fiat Tractor 411R, 3PL, repainted, mechanically good, tyres 70% $6000ono Ph 0429954000 Warracknabeal Field Bins, 2 Jaeschke 32t field bins, one with square top lids with and sight glasses $11,000 plus Gst, large round top one with normal lids $9000 plus Gst, 2 Macey 28t $3800 plus Gst Ph0400603022 Fire-fighting 3000L, GC 0427716088

tank, poly $1760 Ph

Fuel trailer, 650ltr $2200 Ph 0427716088 Goldacres boomspray, prairie advance, 30m boom, 5000L tank Ph 0428899260

Silos Sherwell, 3x 63 tonne both Ph 0448826464 $5500 each Ph 0427716088 Pacific pressure washer, 2.5hp, elec motor, Victor rotary Silos Vennings, 2x 10 hoe, Anchor 2ton pulley block, tonne, GC $1760 each Ph 280mm dia, 3kva Modra 0427716088 generator, 8.5hp motor, fold up single bed, call for prices Ph 0429821539

marine 17’ speedboat Caribbean 150 V6 Yamaha on a Brooker tilt trailer, dual axle, motor has done 230hrs, VGC, all ski gear with the boat including boat cover, priced to sell $10,000 Ph 0407084235 3.7 Boat and cover, on aussie trailer with a yamaha 15HP motor, $5000 Ph 53582560 Stawell 3.8m Jabiru boat with Mackay trailer, 15hp Evinrude motor, fishfinder DV531 $5200 Ph 0427267902 Hobie Mirage Passport 12.0 pedal kayak with motor, 50AH lithium battery and motor controller, extra hatch covers added $2,500 Ph 0407305457

marine The Weekly Advertiser welcomes your advertising.

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A snapshot of your obligations are as follows: BOATS All advertisements for boats must include: • Hull number or registration number of the boat If a trailer is included with the boat, the advertisement must also include: • Registration number or chassis number of the trailer.

Motor Vehicles

Viking Fisherman canoe $3000 - $10,000 with paddles, 3.6mtrs, with wheels $900 Ph 0419590475 2000 Toyota Landcruiser tray, 4500EFI petrol/gas, 5speed manual, 1 owner, A/C, Mobility Accessories towbar wiring and electric Gopher Red Top Gun brakes, UHF radio, air bags for sale “Mustang”, 2years old, and compressor, GC, as is, Roll top desk, beer fridge, near new, $4500ono Ph no RWC, 435000km RXF897 Haier fridge freezer, wooden $9800 Ph Peter 0428504171 2 of 225- 40x19 Michelin pilot 0427857510 frame tennis table, will sport tyres, approx 65% tread separate Ph 0429093269 Mobility aids, various items, Horsham $120 Ph 0419823241 Simpson auto washing including walker, commode, Cattle scales Gallagher, machine, Hisense chest shower chair Ph 0429821539 and never used, still in box, freezer and bar fridge, will W h e e l c h a i r Compression cushion, VGO load bars, 600ml, 2500kgs, separate Ph 0408504550 stainless steel platform, Stock crate, steel (Ute) 7’ x 6’ $600ono Ph 0427857510 $150 Ph 0428826809 best offer over $2000 Ph 2010 Holden VE Commodore Stock crate, steel 2 deck 15’ x motorcycles 0438096662 wagon, auto, leather interior, 8’ $600 Ph 0428826809 near new tyres, RWC optional, Chipper mulcher mobile Stock crate, steel sides, 15’ x 167,000kms, 1WI40G heavy duty, GX390, 12hp, 8’ $250 Ph 0428826809 $8000ono Ph 0437390737 honda motor $2800 Ph

Hay caps, Horwood Bagshaw, Chisel plow, various used 0448826464 fencing materials, water troughs, 3pl mulcher Ph 0429821461 Header NH TR88 with 36’ McDon front 960, ready to go $25,000, Jaeske field bin, 28 tonne $5500 Ph 0428946395 Macey Field Bin in GO $3000 Ph 0429857207

Massey Harris 55K tractor, Chook house, 1500mm long running, good tyres $2600 Ph 1400mm wide 1800mm high, 0429847336 nest box attached keep your MF 550 Autoheader, GWC, chickens safe from predators A/C cab, P/S, diesel engine, $350 Ph 53583400 6m open front $2750 Ph Full set of pads for evap 0429895129 MF tea 20 with 2 spare rear cooler, new still in box, wheel rims 1 with tyre Ph can be cut to size $400 Ph 0417166277 $2500 0419574884

garage sales

30 Gardenia Street, Horsham (Corner of Wattle St)

Saturday, January 13, 8am to 11am Ladies Fashion & Accessories. Excellent quality garments & accessories ranging in sizes 8-24. Some BNWT. Brands including but not limited, Proud Poppy, Yarra Trail, PQ Collective, Brave & True, City Chic, Jovie label, Adrift

PROMOTE YOUR

Harley Davidson, custom 1956 frame black, 200 rear end, stretched tanks 3-inch belt drive primary RevTech Strombeg Carlson timber 4 speed ratchet, with extras, radio, 1930, VG original will go quick $18,000 Ph working condition Ph 0423859198 53824316 Workshop manuals, parts, books and catalogues Ph 0419821563

Load Leveller Weight Motor Vehicles Distribution Kit for towing. household items $10,000 - $20,000 Suitable for caravans, horse floats etc. Ball weight 165kg BT 50 2007 UTE, 3lt turbo Bunk beds, black tubular diesel, VGC, express pass on metal frames with mattresses, New never been used, $250 vehicle, bull bar, driving lights, Horsham Ph 0407046864 VGC $300ea Ph 53564288 ARB Canopy, extra fuel tanks Household items, Diamond 5x Hankook Dynapro 50lts, roof rack, 6mths rego, Creek round pedestal table ATM Tyres, 31.10, 5OR, 15 $140, buffet three door 3 draw lt, 95% thread with black 300,000kms, N4372 $14,000 $140, pine dressing table with Sunraysia wheels, 6 stud, will Ph 0407084235 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 set Ph 0428504569

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not seperate $800 ono Ph 0418203511 Dave anytime

Canopy for 2020 Dual Cab Ranger, VGC $1500 Ph Greg 0437010061 Hyundai iLoad, 6 seater, manual, diesel, 2,04,000kms, rego YPK951, $15,000 Ph Collectors car 1982 VW PASSAT 3240 sedan, diesel, 0497205899 auto, vin# 32A0017779, yellow, last rego 2006, 34,1800kms $600 Ph 0429847336

Motor Vehicles under $3000

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motor vehicle accessories

REDUCED 2000 Mitsubishi Triton, 4WD Twin cab UTE with canopy, GC, rides well, tinted windows, timing chain, RWC, 270,000kms, PZP173 $6000ono Ph 0438922730 Kaniva

King single trundle latex bed, spotless, no animals, sell price $550, two beds for the price of one, very convenient for spare room, top quality from NATURSLEEP Hawthorn Vic Ph 0427042750 Nhill

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Motor Vehicles $3000 - $10,000 1995 Ford Laser 4 door hatch, ladies car, auto, lovely car, VGC, only done 195,000kms, NIR984 $3200 Ph 0408038452

Mercedes Benz 2010, 300 sports model 4wd diesel, automatic, no rwc, 213795km VIN# WOC1641202A593713 $14,300ono Ph 0429911201 Page 29

Motor Vehicles over $20,000

wanted

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Sometimes there are things we allow into our lives which we think we can control, or manage; or which seem quite innocent, or even ‘fun’. But over time they may overcome us and take over from who we are, changing us and even destroying us. We see this in addictions and habits. We see it in changes of lifestyle and attitudes which harden over the years. We may become less kind or thoughtful; more caught up in our own needs and lifestyles and forgetting about others and their needs. We may become too busy to make time for others.

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orsham Greyhound Club hosted Boxing Day and New Year’s Day racing action.

Regional trainers were prominent throughout the two days, with six victories and a string of minor placings.

Idyllic Toby for Andrea Gurry, of Nhill, displayed what he is capable of with an impressive performance on Boxing Day in the grade seven, 410m event.

Positioning up a close second early, he showed his strength, overpowering the leader and making it two wins on the trot in the very smart time of 23:29sec.

Team Hartigan, of Horsham, then unleashed the electric Kraken Paddy, who from the wide draw used great race sense to round up his rivals early and spear to the front, controlling the race from that point and stopping the clock in a flying 23:06sec.

Doug and Paul Hammerstein, of Ararat, followed with kennel star Aston Western, who simply ran the hands off the clock.

Positioning second early, he took control on cornering and had the race put to bed as the dogs straightened for home, going home close on three lengths to the good of Lakeview Vincent, also Hammerstein owned, in the stunning time of 22:90sec, breaking the magical 23 second barrier.

The new year began with a bang for

TEAM SPIRIT: Horsham Sharks swimmers and coaches, back, Sebastian Smith, Deacon Briggs, Cooper Dodson, Chase Briggs, Sally Norton, and Tulley Norton; and front, Ellua Boyd, Abel Neumann, Flynn Dodson and Charlotte Matuschka at the South Australia Long Course Country Championships.

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Garry George, of Beulah, winning the first two races on the card on New Year’s Day. Alley Oop broke through after a string of second placings. Railing to perfection early, she outlasted her competitors going home a half length victor in the good time of 23:25sec.

Show Cause then gave a brilliant front running display, opening up a large margin on the field turning for home and finishing a comfortable four length victor in a quick 23:23sec.

George also found victory at Warrnambool on the Thursday night prior, winning with Disguise on a 450m journey, making it a very successful week.

Team Fullerton finished the meeting with a quinella when Red Strand and Dash of Sally went one-two in what was a rough house affair.

Red Strand sprouted wings late, coming from sixth position, swooping down the outside to just tip out kennel mate Dash of Sally in the nice time of 23:39sec.

Competitive meet for Sharks Seven Horsham Sharks Swimming Club swimmers competed at the South Australia Long Course Country Championships in Nuriootpa last week.

More than 300 swimmers from 36 clubs competed at the event.

Abel Neumann, Ellua Boyd, Charlotte Matuschka, Flynn Dodson, Cooper Dodson, Chase Briggs and Sebastian Smith swam across four days of competition, from Thursday.

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All competitors swam well despite stifling heat and thunderstorms, with some personal best times achieved.

Briggs finished in the top 10 in 11 events, Boyd in five, Neumann in four and Flynn and Smith in three events each.

Next on the championship calendar is the Victoria State Sprints on Saturday and Sunday in Melbourne, with three Horsham swimmers competing.

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immera tennis players experienced a weekend of competitive and fun tennis at the 68th Inter-regional Country Championships at Benalla Lawn Tennis Club.

Wimmera Regional Tennis events co-ordinator Sandra Casey said the three-day tournament was a great event for the region’s tennis players, with most getting to play into the second round.

“We had five grand finalists, but the last day of play was abandoned due to the amount of rain,” she said.

“Tahlia Thompson in the 18 and under and Cherie Wood in the 30 to 49 were runners up in their singles.

“We had three doubles finalist teams with Adele Joseph and Emma Streeter in 14 and under, Tara McIntyre and Ella Thompson in 16 and under and Tahlia Thompson and Gemma Walker in 18 and under.

“They were on the court and unfortunately were one break down when

play stopped, so the decision was made to award a winner at that stage.”

Casey said the Wimmera was represented by 34 tennis players from 12 and under to over-50s.

“We had a full team with a good team atmosphere,” she said.

“The seniors look after the juniors, and it makes it really fun.”

The Wimmera team competed against players representing Barwon, Loddon Campaspe, Goulburn, Mornington Peninsula and South West, with Barwon taking the title.

Casey said the next event on the calendar was the third instalment of the Wimmera junior points tournament.

“The next junior tournament is on February 18 at Central Park in Horsham, with entry forms available on the tournament website,” she said.

“The fourth and final points tournament is at Donald on March 3.”

The tournaments can be found online at tournaments.tennis.com.au/ tournaments and searching the relevant location.

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In the men’s south-west conference, Horsham Hornets begin the final month of regular season games with a trip to Terang to face the Tornadoes.

Ararat Redbacks also take to the road to visit third-placed Millicent Magic, who they are yet to face in the competition.

The Redbacks’ match-up with the Magic will be the first of a twogame series against the South Australian team, with a home game in Ararat set to take place next round.

In the season standings, the Hornets men are well above the Tornadoes and recorded a 17-point home win against them in round two.

With three rounds to go, the Horsham team is on top of the ladder by percentage, ahead of Mt Gambier Lakers.

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rampians Cricket followers were dismayed to learn that during the Christmas break, Halls Gap Cricket Club made the decision to withdraw its second team from the remainder of the 2023-24 season.

Grampians Cricket Association pennant committee hastily decided to redefine the season for the eight remaining teams.

To this end, the draw will feature one full round of matches, seven games, and then finals.

The top four teams make up A Grade, with the remainder B Grade.

Grampians cricket resumes after the Christmas break on Saturday.

Halls Gap will take on Rhymney-Moyston2 at Halls Gap, Pomonal will play against SwiftsGreat Western2 at Pomonal, Chalambar will face Swifts-Great Western1 at Buangor and Rhymney-Moyston1 will play St Andrews at Moyston.

Clubs usually experience selection difficulties at this time of year because of holiday and harvest unavailability, so upsets are on the cards.

At the Christmas break it appears as though Pomonal, St Andrews, and Swifts-Great Western will occupy the top three positions, with Halls Gap and Rhymney-Moyston1 fighting it out for the fourth spot.

It is important the Gappers and Rhymston1 make every post a winner, but this round it appears Halls Gap has the easiest task, taking on

Rhymston2, while Rhymston1 will tackle the Saints, who toppled Swifts-Great Western prior to Christmas.

Gappers will rely on Charlie McIntosh, Josh Leith and Adam McCormack to overcome Danial Taylor, Glen Cosgriff and co.

Rhymston1 must try to restrict the Saints powerful batting line-up of Adam Haslett, Wian Steers, Ryan Skiller and a host of other good players.

Pomonal might have too many guns and experience for Combine2 to overcome.

Lachy Green, Clinton Mackley and Tyler Cronin pose a formidable opponent for Leon Molony and his troops.

In the match just prior to Christmas, Combine2 defeated Chalambar and now Chally must face the Combine’s number one team, which fell to the Saints last game but still managed to score in excess of 200 runs even in defeat.

All-rounder Matt Heffer is having a fine season with both bat and ball and along with batters Tom Eckel, Aiden Graverson and youngster Jacob Dunn will prove difficult for Chally bowlers Grant Le Poidevin and Justin Barbieri to contain.

However, as previously stated, upsets are always a chance at this time of the year.

Ladder: Swifts-Great Western1, 42 points; Pomonal, 42; St Andrews, 39; Halls Gap1, 39; Rhymney-Moyston1, 36; Swifts-Great Western2, 21; Chalambar, 18; Halls Gap2, 18; Rhymney-Moyston2, 12.

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Max Bunworth finished 55 not-out for Horsham, with Dezi Carter scoring 34.

Bunworth backed up his batting efforts with the ball, taking three wickets, while Baxta Hendy took two.

Hamilton finished with 6-87, handing Horsham a 47-run victory.

Yesterday, Wimmera-Mallee under-17s were defeated at the hands of Portland, after being bowled out for 82 runs.

Wimmera-Mallee tail-ender Colby Anderson led the runs column with 27 not-out, with George Gorrie and Kynan Torney also reaching double figures.

Despite boasting six individual wicket-takers, Wimmera-Mallee was unable to prevent Portland from bettering its total.

Horsham under-17s played Warrnambool Gold yesterday, with Warrnambool setting a strong total of 7-243.

James McNeil and Jackson Hoffman both took two wickets for Horsham.

At the time The Weekly Advertiser went to press, Horsham was 7-161 after 41 overs.

Monty Wynne and James Officer both reached the 30-run mark in Horsham’s run-chase, with several other batters reaching double figures.

Today, Horsham under-15s come up against South West Cricket Association, while Wimmera-Mallee will play Warrnambool Blue.

Tomorrow, Horsham and Wimmera-Mallee come up against each other at Coughlin Park, Horsham, from 9.30am before finals begin on Friday.

In under-17 competition today, Horsham will play games against Portland and WimmeraMallee.

Wimmera-Mallee only plays one game for the day as it has a bye round.

Tomorrow, Wimmera-Mallee will play South West Cricket Association and Horsham has the bye, before finals on Friday.

Horsham and Wimmera-Mallee teams are also taking part in under-13 Country Week competition in Portland from Monday.

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Country week underway Wimmera juniors are being put through their paces as part of representative cricket tournaments, hosted both within the region and as far away as Warrnambool.

Horsham and Wimmera-Mallee teams are on home turf for the under-15 competition, starting at Minyip and Murtoa yesterday after wash-outs on Monday.

Under-17 teams were also entered in Warrnambool, with Horsham claiming a win on the first day of play. Wimmera-Mallee’s Monday fixture against Warrnambool Gold did not go ahead.

Horsham under-15s batted first at Minyip Recreation Reserve yesterday, totalling 224 before their last wicket fell on the brink of the 46th over.

Harrison Hoffman top-scored with 58 for Horsham, recording seven boundaries before he was caught off Hamilton Gold bowler Will Bourke.

Horsham openers Hugh Weidemann, 31, and Luke Millar, 29, scored strongly, with Jobe Dickinson also hitting 26 after coming in at number four.

Hugh Weidemann, Jarvis Mitchell and Phoenix Hopper were among wicket-takers for Horsham as they looked to defend their total.

At the time The Weekly Advertiser went to press, Hamilton Gold was 3-69 after 24 overs.

Wimmera-Mallee under-15s bowled first against Portland, with Chad Hartnett taking three wickets, including opener Artie Harvey for eight runs.

Jackson Moore was another to get multiple wickets for Wimmera-Mallee, helping to restrict Portland to 98 runs in their allotted 50 overs.

Sebastian Zagame, 15, was an early scorer for Wimmera-Mallee as it looked to surpass Portland’s total.

Wimmera-Mallee was 5-38 when The Weekly Advertiser went to press.

Horsham under-17’s day-one win against Hamilton came in a shortened game during which each side batted 25 overs, after wet weather restricted play.

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Sport Vol. 26 No. 26 Wednesday, January 10, 2024

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A majority of junior representative cricketers had to wait an extra day to begin their Country Week carnivals, with wet weather dampening day-one proceedings. Monday fixtures of the under-15 tournament in the Wimmera and an under-17 game in Warrnambool were cancelled due to the wet conditions. Horsham and Wimmera-Mallee under-15 teams started matches yesterday at Minyip and Murtoa. Horsham players, from left, Luke Millar, Phoenix Hopper, Jack Combe and Archie Sostheim, pictured at Horsham City Oval on Monday, were among competitors to take the field at Minyip Recreation Reserve yesterday. Wimmera-Mallee also had to wait until yesterday to begin its games in under-17 competition, while Horsham played out a win against Hamilton in Warnambool in a shortened game on Monday. Story, page 35.

Picture: SEAN O’CONNELL

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