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Leanne Foster, Kylie Penny, Richie Foster and Paddy Kealy delight crowds lined along Elizabeth Street in Edenhope during the Henley on Lake Wallace street procession at the weekend. ‘The Royals and a Spare’ float refers to ‘Spare’, a recent book by Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex. It was one of many funny, interesting and iconic floats that marked the beginning of the 100 years of Henley milestone celebrations. For more pictures from the weekend, turn to page 33.
Horsham Rural City residents could appoint one of the state’s youngest elected officials to local government, as a dedicated community servant declares his 2024 Horsham council intentions.
Bart Turgoose, 18, has declared he will throw his hat in the ring for election to become a Horsham Rural City councillor at the next Victorian council elections in October 2024.
Mr Turgoose is the first person to publically declare their intentions to
stand for the council and, if elected, would become Horsham council’s youngest ever councillor.
Despite his young age, Mr Turgoose has gathered a long list of community and committee contributions across the region.
He is well-known across the municipality for starting a worm-farm business at 13 years-old, going on to pursue both a photography business and claytarget shooting business before he had finished high school.
He said it was important there was generational ‘shift’ across regional councils, which he said often carried a
perception among many young people that councils remained dominated by ‘older’ people.
“There is not great communication from young people to council and that is often because young people perceive there is always a bunch of older, mostly men, running the show,” he said.
“My nomination is about getting young people, with a different standpoint on issues, onto council to give the municipality a different outlook.”
He said he believed the age of an elected official should not disqualify someone from office, and it was im-
portant to have people of all ages representing the municipality.
Mr Turgoose was a member of Horsham’s youth council in 2022 and won the council’s young citizen of the year award in 2021.
He was shortlisted last week for two 7News Young Achiever Awards recognising his Horsham Agricultural Society and Horsham Fishing Competition contributions, among other endeavours.
He said he was eager to use his ‘youth lens’ to encourage change.
“I find myself out in the community a lot in several different capacities and
if there is one thing you need to be a good councillor, it’s that you need to be in touch with your community,” he said.
“Now I am 18, I have the right to vote and to stand as an electoral candidate.
“That has opened my mind to what I can do for my community.
“I love to learn and I love to listen.
“I have been listening to my community for years and it is time for me to use that memory bank to help progress the community in every way possible.”
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The switch to the new 4-Bin System for kerbside waste is progressing well as we get closer to the service starting in April.
Council has awarded the FOGO (food organics and garden organics) contract to Wimmera Mallee Waste for the bulk transportation and decontamination.
The bin roll out will happen during the month of March. It will be a staged process to distribute 18,000 bins throughout the municipality.
These bins are being made at supplier MASTEC’s South Australia facility where one bin is manufactured every 60 seconds.
The first batch of new bins have arrived at Horsham’s Axis Worx supported employment facility where lids will be fitted ready for use.
Contacting Horsham Rural City Council remains the best way to have lost pets safely returned to their owners.
People who find a dog or cat out wandering should contact Council on 53 82 9777.
If the dog or cat has no immediate identification, a ranger can check it for a microchip, and if it is microchipped, they will be able to quickly re-unite the animal with its rightful owner.
If it’s a pet’s first-time at large, then there’s no fee.
Involving Council also stops thieves from falsely claiming ownership of missing pets.
Community Safety Co-ordinator Jason Brady said people who deliberately avoided involving Council when an animal was lost were actually doing more harm than good.
“When someone holds a wandering animal at their premises and posts it on Facebook they are actually doing a disservice to the pet and its owners,” he said.
“In most cases, the owner will be out looking for the animal and may have
already reported it missing to Council. Therefore not involving Council actually means the animal spends longer away from its owner and prolongs the period of stress and anxiety that it feels.”
“All of our officers are actually animal lovers and they play an active role in making sure that lost dogs and cats make it home safely.”
“We also work with rescue shelter partners Phoenix Animal Rescue and Horsham PAWS to find new homes for pets that are unregistered or whose owners cannot be found,” Mr Brady said.
Applications for HRCC’s Community Grants Program are now open for not-for-profit groups.
Clubs and organisations can apply for up to $10,000 via the HRCC website from 1 February until 1 March.
Monday 27 February 2023 - 5.30pm
For details visit hrcc.vic.gov.au
Current Community Engagements
For full details visit the Have Your Say section of the HRCC website
JUBILEE HALL LICENCE
Feedback is invited on a proposal to grant Horsham Rural City Band an extended licence to base itself at Jubilee Hall.
The band has requested a licence for 15 years, plus two five-year options (25 years in total).
For this to occur Council must undertake community engagement. This is required by section 115 of the Local Government Act 2020.
Submissions can be emailed to council@hrcc.vic.gov.au with the subject ‘Horsham Rural City Band Jubilee Hall Lease’ or sent by mail to ‘Horsham Rural City Band Jubilee Hall Lease’, PO Box 511, HORSHAM VIC 3402. Submissions close 1 March 2023.
HRCC has developed a draft Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2023-2026. The plan aims to reduce barriers and increase inclusion and participation for people with disability. Feedback on the draft plan is now being sought. Submissions close Monday 6 March at 9am.
The purpose of the Horsham Central Activity District (CAD) Community Reference Group is to provide support, advice and guidance to the project manager, consultants and Council for delivery of the CAD Revitalisation: Streetscape Plan projects.
Applications for membership of the CAD Community Reference Group are now open. Applications for membership close 6 March at 5pm.
The selection criteria will be based on the nature of the project and include the following:
• Regular involvement in and an awareness of the issues being considered by the CRG
• A willingness to work with others and share decision making to achieve improved outcomes
• An ability to represent a broad range of views that reflect the diversity of the community
• A willingness to contribute to meetings in a fair and unbiased manner
• A capacity to commit to the Committee for the duration of the term of membership.
Meetings will be held monthly and the duration of the meeting will be no longer than 1.5 hours.
For more information or to apply visit the HRCC website or collect a paper application form from the Civic Centre.
Tender #Q32/2023 SOLAR PV INSTALLS Closes 12noon
Monday 27 February
Tender #RCCC-06 SUPPLY AND IMPLEMENTATION OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SOFTWARE - RCCC PROJECT Closes 12noon
Monday 27 February
Tender #23-020 RECONSTRUCTION OF FREDERICK STREET, HAZEL STREET TO EDWARD STREET, HORSHAM Closes 12noon
Wednesday 22 February
Tender #Q29/2023 BURNT CREEK INDUSTRIAL ESTATE OFFSET RESERVE Closes 5pm Friday 17 February
All tender, EOI and RFQ details online at: www.eprocure.com.au/ horsham-rural-citycouncil/
Council reminds property owners who pay their rates in full that the annual payment is due Wednesday 15 February 2023.
Anyone experiencing financial difficulties should contact Council as soon as possible to discuss their circumstances and make alternative arrangements.
If you have not received your 2022/2023 annual rate notice, use our online form to request a copy or call 03 5382 9777.
Wimmera River catchment monitors are confident last year’s spring floods have set up the region’s waterways for a bumper annual Labor Day weekend fishing competition.
Wimmera Catchment Management
Authority chief executive David Brennan said statewide flooding in winter and spring of 2022 had primed the river system for ‘years’ of increased fish population.
He said the Wimmera River had ‘full potential’ for extensive fish breeding because of the timing of last year’s flood, in winter and spring, rather than in summer — which was when flood events more commonly impacted the region.
Organisers of The Weekly Advertiser Horsham Fishing Competition
have swung preparations into top gear ahead of its 46th showing on Sunday, March 12.
Spokesperson Bart Turgoose said the competition’s organising committee members remained confident the floods had ‘flushed’ the river system and set-up participants for a ‘positive’ weekend of ‘family fun’.
“The river has been in people’s minds, front and centre, recently, so hopefully this draws tourists into Horsham and gets Horsham people out on the riverbanks across the long weekend for what is always a great event,” he said.
“We are hearing positive things about the river’s fish stocks at the moment and with a 2023 overhaul of the way competitors electronically submit their catches, we think the event is in great shape to capture the region’s attention again.”
Anglers will require a QR code to submit pictures of catches to organisers with instant receival confirmation.
Mr Turgoose said the prize list, worth more than $35,000, included a CFMoto quadbike first prize, as well as a junior CFMoto quadbike prize for junior competitors.
A Saturday evening movie night at Sawyer Park, in partnership with Horsham Optus and its movie-screen truck, will treat families to a showing of ‘Clifford The Big Red Dog’.
Zoologist Chris Humphrey, of Wild Action Zoo, will entertain families on Sunday afternoon with shows at several locations along the Wimmera River, as well as a main show at Horsham Soundshell.
Mr Turgoose said the competition committee was eager to cater to serious anglers as well as people seeking ‘family-friendly’ long weekend.
“We don’t just want stalwart fishers along the river that weekend; we want Wimmera families to return to the river banks for a Labor Day long weekend in the region. There is free camping and fun activities for everyone all weekend beside the river,” he said.
“What event enables that along the riverbanks for an entire long weekend? Probably not many.”
Mr Brennan said despite recent warnings about blue-green algae in the Wimmera River, most likely a result of flood-caused excess nitrogen and phosphorous in the river system, cooler temperatures in coming weeks should return the river to its usual health.
“There are only limited things we can do to manage blue-green algae. We have been releasing some environmental water into the system to
keep it fresh and we are hoping to see some positive results because of that. There have been a lot of shocks to the river system in the past six months,” he said.
“But this time of summer is when blue-green algae has the highest occurrence probability.”
He said the authority had monitored ‘cracking’ amounts of yellowbelly, also known as golden perch, in particular, in the river as well as ‘nice’ numbers of silver perch and catfish.
He said there were also increased numbers of juvenile carp, which often made ‘prime’ food for yellowbelly, cod, redfin and silver perch.
People can go to www.horsham fishingcomp.com.au or refer to the competition’s social media pages for further details on prizes, participant registration and competition protocols.
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Bart Turgoose said he was eager to ‘help’ and ‘lift’ his generation and he hoped his nomination could inspire other young people to become involved with local government and community development.
“I would be so happy if I was elected to council and that helped another young person think that they could do it, too. It is so important to encourage young people to become more involved in government to get their communities moving,” he said.
“Some people complain a lot about young people these days, that they are inside all the time and they are doing drugs — but let’s focus on the good.”
GOOD CAUSE: Uniting Wimmera staff Martene Blay, Katelyn McKay, Jess, Roxanne Kimberley, Belinda Gilpin, Kim Minne and Kris Hornsby are preparing for Pancake Day on Tuesday. Pancake Day, or Shrove Tuesday marks the day before Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. It is traditionally observed by Christian people as a day to confess sins and be absolved of them. Uniting Vic.Tas is utilising Pancake Day as a chance to fundraise to support homeless or at-risk members of the community. Laneway Café Without Borders and Jobs Victoria are working with Uniting Wimmera to cook pancakes between 10am and noon for pick-up at Wimmera Wellbeing Centre at 28 Urquhart Street, Horsham or delivery to Horsham central business district on Tuesday. Pancake order forms are available via Uniting Wimmera on Facebook, visiting the office 185 Baillie Street Horsham or calling 5362 4000.
He said he was declaring his election intentions more than 18-months in advance so he had time to communicate with residents.
Mr Turgoose operates his photography and sport-shooting businesses, is a Horsham Agricultural Society committee member and works in communications for Buloke Shire and Optus at Horsham.
“I have a real love for Horsham. It
is a great place to live. I don’t know many other places where everyone gets along, everyone helps out and chips in for good causes. Horsham is an amazing country town and, for a place of nearly 20,000 people, to still have that little town feel where people are always willing to help others, is great,” he said.
“I wanted to be police officer when I was younger so I could help people. But there are a lot of ways to help people and being an elected official is one of those ways.”
BY ABBY WALTER
Furthereducation and skills development is a focus of Wimmera leaders to combat the challenges of a tight employment market, with a low unemployment rate across the region.
Wimmera Development Association executive director Chris Sounness said while unemployment figures had slightly increased in the Wimmera and Mallee during the past two months, they remained ‘very’ low in the region.
Mr Sounness said 68,500 people were employed in the Wimmera and Mallee in March 2020, compared with 83,000 in November 2022.
“That’s a 20 percent increase in employment, compared to Victoria’s four percent increase in employment,” he said.
“However, unemployment did go up, too, from 2600 in March 2020 to 3500 in November 2022.
IN THE GROOVE: Horsham’s Ss Michael and John’s Primary School students have learned new moves during a series of dance workshops.
STOMP Dance Company hosted hip-hop workshops throughout last week — part of its offering of innovative, fun and energetic dance and performing arts programs for schools. Instructor Tabitha Alexander leads a group of students as part of the Horsham workshop.
Picture: PAUL CARRACHER
“In March 2020, our youth unemployment was at 10 percent and in November last year, it was 9.1 percent, so that reduction is a good sign.
“The percentage of our population participating in the workforce is probably the most relevant statistic, with 56 percent in March 2020 and now 66 percent in November 2022.”
The Australian Bureau of Statistics has released employment trends for December 2022.
Nationally, the unemployment rate remained at 3.5 percent and the participation rate at 66.7 percent. The underemployment rate remained at six percent.
The Victorian unemployment rate is also 3.5 percent, with the state’s participation rate at 66.6 percent.
Mr Sounness said the region was experiencing a tight employment market and the challenge was the need for a skilled workforce.
“We have a shortage of people to fill jobs and employers are giving people
a go who possibly haven’t been given one before,” he said.
“Employers are looking for skilled workers, so we need to ensure we are supporting people to develop their skills.
“Of the roles advertised in our region, 41 percent required a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification, while only 14 percent required a year12 or Certificate I qualification.
“To continue to grow our region we need to focus on building people’s skills as employers look for higher qualifications than year-12.”
Mr Sounness said if the market was to weaken, it would be important to invest in further education.
“There’s a growing importance on further education, but there are so many opportunities to receive qualifications through traineeships and while working, so people can learn on the job and get paid,” he said.
Skillinvest regional accounts manager Shane Cross said job vacancies throughout the organisation were above average to previous years and well-above vacancies during COVID-19 restrictions.
“Skillinvest is currently advertising to fill 19 apprenticeships and traineeships, not including other active jobs that we fill through our existing database,” he said.
“Labour hire is currently looking for seven active vacancies.
“We are seeing a higher demand in business administration, hospitality, agriculture, carpentry, water operations and civil construction.”
Mr Cross said the organisation was receiving limited applications with people withdrawing or not showing up for interviews.
“About 25 percent of our jobs would be extended, due to lack of interest,” he said.
“People applying for positions are more so unemployed adults seeking
employment. Usually, about now, we start seeing more interest trickle in from last year’s school leavers, so we are expecting that again.”
Mr Cross said there was an upward trend occurring with apprentices, trainees and labour hire workers needed for bigger projects in the region.
“The positions are certainly out there, and we encourage jobseekers or young people looking to do an apprenticeship or traineeship to register with Skillinvest, where we can match you with quality positions,” he said. “We support candidates through the entire recruitment process and provide ongoing support and mentoring for apprentices and trainees throughout their training.”
Mr Cross said people could call Skillinvest on 1300 135 008 to speak to a consultant or visit website skillinvest.com.au/jobs to register for work or apply for a position.
A commemorative service in Horsham this week marks the 81st anniversary of the bombing of Darwin.
Japanese enemy forces bombed Darwin on February 19, 1942 – becoming the largest single attack a foreign power had ever mounted on Australia. The attack left hundreds of people dead and many others injured.
The Bombing of Darwin day is a time to pay tribute to servicemen, women and civilians who defended Australia, selflessly helped others and dealt with the aftermath.
The military militia defending northern Australia from Japanese forces included more than 900 men of the Wimmera and southern Mallee.
The Horsham commemorative service is at the Horsham College assembly hall, on Dimboola Road, on Friday, starting at 9.45am.
The program includes wreath-laying, guest speaker Keith Lockwood and music from Natimuk Brass Band.
After the service, wreaths will be placed at the Horsham RSL and Darwin Defenders memorial at Sawyer Park, Horsham.
The Bombing of Darwin Day joined Anzac Day and Remembrance Day as nationally observed days, from 2011.
Almost 200 aircraft dropped more bombs on Darwin than used in the attack on Pearl Harbour. It was the first of more than 60 air-raids on northern Australia, which continued until November 12, 1943.
For Life is returning to its origins as an October event this year, as organisers seek to give participating teams more time to register and raise money for cancer research.
The event was originally scheduled for March 17 and 18, however, has been rescheduled to October 20 and 21.
Horsham and District Relay For Life chair Kingsley Dalgleish said while traditionally, teams lodged registrations ‘at the last moment’, team numbers were significantly down this year.
“It’s always a challenge in March
— being straight after Christmas and New Year — so registrations have been slow historically,” he said.
“There was also some uncertainty this year if the event would go ahead after the past two years away, due to COVID-19 and restrictions.
“Interestingly, when Relay For Life was first done in Horsham, it was an October event.”
Mr Dalgleish said teams could put the event at the forefront of their minds when it was scheduled later in the year.
“This will give teams more time for fundraising and being away from Christmas and New Year, it will mean it won’t be put on the back burner,” he said.
“It is also away from the wetter months of the year and from the Horsham Fishing Competition, the Wimmera Machinery Field Days and Good Friday Appeal.
“There also won’t be any tennis or cricket finals and the cricketers don’t tend to use the turf wicket at Coughlin Park, where we host the event, until November.”
Relay For Life raises money for the Cancer Council’s research, prevention, information, and support services.
An average of 142 people are diagnosed with cancer in Horsham each year alone, with 155 cases diagnosed in 2020. On average, more than 134,000 people participate in Relay
For Life events nationally, raising about $14-million a year.
Mr Dalgleish said despite ‘most things in life’ coming to a halt during 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19, cancer did not stop.
“We all know someone who has been impacted by cancer and unfortunately, ‘you have cancer’ is news heard too often by people,” he said.
“We want to reduce the number of people who hear that and I think as a community, we respond to the call to help where we can.
“People in our community support Relay For Life, Wimmera Cancer Centre and Wimmera Against Cancer in Kids, WACK.
“The event is a chance to support
research and treatment, and also to promote prevention and respite services.”
Mr Dalgleish said although the relay was scheduled for October now, the committee was organising a raffle to help teams fundraise soon.
“People who registered for March will automatically be registered for October and we will be running a raffle in April for teams already registered and who register soon,” he said.
“Teams will be able to sell tickets for prizes donated by local businesses and the money raised will go towards their final fundraising tally.
“We will be in touch with teams to let them know how they can get involved.”
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front, enjoy the playground at Central Park Tennis Club, Horsham, during a Wimmera Regional Junior Points Tournament earlier this month. The last of the Wimmera regional tournaments is in Donald on Sunday.
Horsham Little Theatre is returning to the stage in 2023 and looking to introduce more young people to the art of theatre.
Horsham Little Theatre aims to provide a chance for young people to be involved in skill development and performance within the performing arts community in the region.
They plan to put-on a full performance at the end of the year.
Emily Friedrichsen, Faye Johns and Natasha
Kuchel founded Horsham Little Theatre and they hosted a production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in December.
Ms Friedrichsen said it was a free program and organisers would love to get more children involved.
An information session for parents and children interested in joining the group is scheduled for Tuesday, February 21 at The Station, 16 Pynsent Street in Horsham at 7pm.
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Horsham residents continue to fight a business proposal they say is a ‘quantum shift’ from the status quo.
Dooen Road resident James Nuttall said while he did not object to a business operating from the site, a proposal for a 24-hour service station, at the corner of Baillie Street, within a residential area could set a ‘dangerous precedent’ for the regional city.
Urbis Pty Ltd, acting on behalf of Spectrum Retail Group, has lodged a planning permit application for the 7-Eleven service station.
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Aids currently occupies the site, which has been a service station in the past.
Horsham Rural City Council has received 35 objections to date.
Councillors are due to receive a report at their March 27 meeting.
Mr Nuttall, whose property is on the opposite side of the road to the proposed station, acknowledged while concerns varied among residents, he believed the proposal was a ‘massive departure’ from previous operating businesses and the environment of the 1970s and 1980s when a service station last operated there. He said the proposal’s building setbacks and architectural details were ‘not in harmony’ with surrounding homes; and expressed concern about trucks entering and exiting the location.
He said Spectrum Retail Group representatives knocked on his door, unannounced, last year to discuss the project and said there had been no ‘official process’ for discussion or mediation. He called on the council to ‘take leadership’ and bring the parties
together. A Facebook page, ‘Stop the Dooen Rd Servo’ also documents people’s concerns including noise, smells and safety.
A Spectrum Retail Group spokesperson said its representatives had sought to communicate with residents to ‘minimise and mitigate any concerns’ both prior to lodging the planning permit, and as recently as last month.
“We endeavoured to answer all their questions and worked to amend the plans to further mitigate their concerns,” the spokesperson said.
“While we were keen to have faceto-face discussion, this was not the wishes of the neighbours, and as such, we’ve respected their request to only communicate in written form.”
The spokesperson said developers worked with the council ‘extensively’ and the proposal had considered the
council and residents’ feedback.
“Council’s predominant feedback was positive as the proposed development saw an underutilised and rundown piece of land, being a former service station, transformed into something modern and appropriate for its location. Furthermore, the Department of Transport had endorsed the plan and development after extensive consultation,” the spokesperson said. Horsham was identified as a potential site after a ‘rigorous’ process.
“Firstly, we aim to understand our tenant partner’s requirements in terms of population, residential growth and catchment, demographics, size of the location – including its current and historic use – vehicular access, foot and passing trade and geographically where they’re looking for expansion,” the spokesperson said.
“We are also very passionate about regional development – not just in Horsham but across the eastern seaboard of Australia. The opportunity to introduce a new brand to regional towns, who have often been neglected when it comes to investment and development, has huge benefits, particularly for residents.”
The spokesperson said Wimmera sub-contractors would be sought, where possible, for the development.
Once complete, the service station would employ about a dozen people.
The spokesperson said experts including traffic engineers had informed the site design, and the planner and developer were required to follow ‘stringent regulations and standards’.
“These include local, state and federal laws to planning, environment and safety. 7-Eleven also has a number of
design standards regarding minimum distances from other key properties, shop size and traffic movements,” the spokesperson said.
“Spectrum has made amendments to the site design so that the infrequent fuel deliveries do not impose on the clearance on any adjoining driveways.
“Generally, service stations are not considered to be a strong generator of new foot or vehicular traffic; but rather a use that services the existing traffic within the local community.”
The spokesperson said the site design included an acoustic fence, light shields and mature vegetation to combat noise and light spill; nozzles fitted to fuel dispensers that mitigate the release of petroleum fumes when in use; and fibreglass underground tanks that, unlike steel, do not corrode or rust and cause fuel leakage over time.
Leak detection alarms and groundwater testing would monitor for any leakages or loss of product. All-hours surveillance would also be in place.
The council’s co-ordinator statutory planning, Joel Hastings, said councillors would receive copies of all community feedback to the proposal.
“We have received approximately 35 objections to the proposal, which will form part of the assessment in accordance with the requirements of the Planning and Environment Act and will be supplied to councillors,” he said.
“Objections can be received any time prior to the responsible authority’s decision, however, must demonstrate how they will be materially affected. If the community has general feedback they are welcome to make a submission at the time of the council meeting.”
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BY MICHAEL SCALZO
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However, a gaze through his life’s endeavours depicts decades of community service and companionship.
Former Horsham mayor Bob Kirsopp, a husband of 67 years to Mavis, father to Mandy and Glenn, died on February 3, aged 88.
Family and friends gathered yesterday for a funeral service to remember his life.
With Mavis by his side, Mr Kirsopp dedicated his life to an incalculable number of peoplefocused pursuits.
From the pair’s lawnmower repair and retail business in Horsham, to an after-school bicycle building program he ran in his backyard for disadvantaged primary-school children that caught the ear of Melbourne community activist Les Twentyman.
Mr Kirsopp’s interest was ‘people’.
His daughter, Mandy Kirsopp, said her father had an ‘obligation’ to help others, believing, ‘if you can, you should’.
“As a child, the family home was always busy with people dropping in, on evenings, or at weekends. Either to seek his counsel, or just to talk with Mum and Dad. There was a constant stream of people through the house and that is because there had been such a connected network of people who were touched by Bob and Mavis,” she said.
She said her father’s lung-cancer diagnosis, an initial terminal medical prediction, and his subsequent cancer recovery allowed him to offer support to people experiencing similar struggles. It was companionship, she said, that people often gladly accepted.
Mr Kirsopp served as Horsham mayor in 1975 and 1976, and was a Horsham councillor for nine years.
Mandy Kirsopp said with state and federal elections called during Mr Kirsopp’s mayoral tenure, he hosted about 300 civic functions — many as part of electoral campaigns across the region.
She said, however, he preferred to ‘not get bogged down’ in politics.
“He had equal care and concern for everyone — regardless of their position in life. He recognised the necessity of political ceremony, but he never thought a politician was more important than anyone else. Dad did a lot of civic things, many that were very public by nature, but so much of what he did for people was private and personal,” she said.
“Bob and Mavis were a unit and their community impact as a couple was testament to the influence they have both had with so many people across the years.”
Mr Kirsopp’s long list of pursuits also included a national-service stint with the 4th/19th Prince of Wales Light Horse company as a young man, several jobs across the construction sector, bus driving, goat breeding, historic-car restoration and hosting foreign-exchange students.
This was additional to his forays into social
Nominations are open for Horsham’s next Youth Council.
Horsham Rural City Council and the Foundation for Young Australians are inviting people aged 11 to 17 to nominate themselves for the council.
“If you’ve ever spotted something that could be done differently in Horsham, or something that needed to change; if you’ve ever wondered how you could make an impact in our community – this is your time,” Horsham Rural City Council mayor Robyn Gulline said.
The Youth Council gives youth councillors access to training, mentoring and money to run local projects and campaigns.
If selected to run as a candidate for election, participants will be supported to campaign until the election, with access to free media training, campaigning workshops and marketing tutorials.
Nominations close March 12.
Nomination forms and more information is available at www.fya. org.au/program/young-mayors/
work and elected office, among others. He was a former vice-president of Horsham Fishing Competition and former president of Horsham Neighbourhood Watch.
He spent his recent years as a handyman for his friend and Horsham businessman, Brian Murray.
Mavis Kirsopp said her husband was always ‘true’ to himself and rarely changed his mind once he had made it up.
She said he was her ‘rock’.
“He had a real sense of humour, even though he could be very matter of fact. But truly, he was a big kid underneath it all. He did not know how to say ‘no’ to anyone,” she said.
Mandy Kirsopp said despite her father’s popularity, family always remained the centre of his life.
“We never felt that he was absent from our lives, or more interested in grandstanding. We knew we were his life. But we also knew and understood he had an obligation to help others,” she said.
“The fact that everyone knew him as Bob or Bobby, rather than Robert, was a small symbol of his ability to have an individual connection with everyone.
“And how lucky we were to have had contact with him.”
Bob Kirsopp’s funeral was yesterday morning at St Andrew’s Uniting Church in Horsham.
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WhenHorsham people remember Robert ‘Bob’ Kirsopp,
orange Mini Moke or his mayoral service might come to mind.FAMILY FIRST: Mavis and Bob Kirsopp, of Horsham, celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary in November. The community is paying tribute to Mr Kirsopp, who died on February 3, aged 88.
“Bob and Mavis were a unit and their community impact as a couple was testament to the influence they have both had with so many people across the years.”
– Mandy Kirsopp
We all know our favourite Thai dish. Each contains an essential combination of saltiness and spiciness, with sour and sweet flavours - a delight for the senses.
Horsham’s oldest Thai restaurant knows more than anyone the intangibilities of a beautifully balanced meal. Importantly, its staff know just how Wimmera customers like it.
Thai Basil is celebrating 15 years in business in Horsham throughout February with a month of takeaway and online specials.
Since the restaurant opened in February 2008, customers have solidified their love for Thai Basil’s topline dishes. The pad thai, the cashew nut stir-fry and the fried rice remain the region’s favourites — made the same way, using the same family techniques for 15 years.
How could one forget the restaurant’s infamous Money Bags feast. A beautiful combination of chicken, peanuts and an assortment of secret ingredients, all wrapped in puff pastry and deep fried. Order it with a side of Thai Basil’s homemade sweet chilli sauce for the perfect accompaniment to any meal.
Thai food has always been about family and friends — it is a meal that is made to be shared. Alongside people you love, the best Thai food allows a hungry group to get a taste of several different dishes — that is the tradition Thai Basil treasures most.
With every meal made fresh to order, from scratch, in the Thai Basil kitchen, its menu allows the true specialness of the spicy, salty, sweet and sour flavours to multiply and combine in new and tantalising ways. Across 15 years, Thai Basil has continued to thrive in the Horsham community.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 5-9
Supported faithfully by its loyal customers, the restaurant has always found a way to give back to the region. Its staff and management support sporting clubs, community organisations and family events because they know the people of Horsham and district have always supported them. In a tough industry and a competitive market, Thai Basil has shown the way forward. With staff who love what they do, it is easy to see why the first 15 years of trade are only the start of the Thai Basil journey.
Thai Basil’s 15th birthday specials offers 15 percent off all takeaway and online orders from February 21 to 26.
With all takeaway orders delivered personally by restaurant owner Pawel Poplawski, join in the birthday celebrations and share some Thai Basil with people you love.
Thai Basil, in Darlot Street, is open Tuesday to Sunday from 5pm; and from noon to 2pm for lunch from Wednesday to Friday.
Lunch: Wednesday to Friday 12 - 2
BY ABBY WALTER
More than 60 glider pilots, support crew and ground staff flocked to Horsham Aerodrome for the annual Horsham Week competition last week.
Gliders took to the sky for a variety of flight courses judged on speed and distance.
Horsham Flying Club president Michael Sudholz said there were 37 gliders at the event.
“It was a really good week. The gliders had a terrific finish on Friday with really good conditions and gliders reached heights of up to 12,500 feet,” he said.
“They were able to fly five of the eight days, with one rest day and two no-fly days as the weather was not suitable for competition.
“Our winner in the open category, Ryan Driscoll, flew at 140 knots per hour, which is good. He started at coaching week with us five years ago and has climbed the ranks since.”
Mr Sudholz said the week finished with glider awards and a presenta-
tion from club founding member Steve McFarlane.
“As it is our 60th year as a flying club, Steve spoke about the early days and how the club came to be in Horsham,” he said.
Mr Sudholz said he had seen some great improvement from gliders who had continued to return to the competition each year.
“We had 20-plus students at Coaching Week, the week before Horsham Week, plus coaches,” he said.
“They lost three days of flying due to weather but had great weather when they did get to fly.
“We hope to see some return and move up into competition.”
Mr Sudholz said it was a great
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‘boost’ for Horsham to have so many people come through the town across the two weeks.
“People use the accommodation and spend money, which is great for Horsham tourism,” he said.
“People who come to fly here say it’s one of the safest places to fly and that they love coming here and coming back.”
A free catch-up program for young people who have missed a vaccination has been extended from the current 19 years of age to people under 26 years of age.
Young people, except those who are immunocompromised, who receive a single dose before 26 years of age are now considered fully vaccinated.
Health Minister Mark Butler said many people would be happy to only receive one jab.
“A single dose is considered by the experts to be just as effective in preventing HPV infection,” he said.
“This will make it easier to protect young people from the range of cancers and diseases caused by HPV and help eliminate cervical cancer in Australia.
“If you’re 20 to 26 years-old and haven’t had a HPV vaccine and you’re now funded to catch up, now is the time to get the jab and protect yourself.”
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation, World Health Organisation immunisation expert group and United Kingdom’s immunisation expert group are supporting the change.
The HPV vaccine is delivered free through school immunisation programs for children aged 12 to 13.
Catch-up vaccination is provided through immunisation clinics at schools or through a general practitioner, community pharmacy or other primary care providers.
HPV is a common virus that is primarily spread through sexual contact. Infection can cause cancers and other conditions that lead to serious health consequences in people of all genders.
Almost all cervical cancers are linked to HPV infection, with the vaccine also protecting against genital warts and HPV-related genital, anal and oropharyngeal cancers.
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Astar-studded line-up is ready to take the stage at Lake Charlegrark Country Music Marathon this weekend.
Australian country music icon Kasey Chambers will headline the event.
“My dad, Bill Chambers, told me all about Lake Charlegrark Country Music Marathon and it’s a bonus that it’s so close to my hometown area of south-east South Australia — so I have lots of family coming over for the gig,” she said.
“We can’t wait. We missed playing gigs so much during COVID-19, of course, so it’s been great to slowly get live music back in Australia over the past year.
“I always enjoy writing and recording as well, but playing live is such a big part of who I am.
“I’ve grown up on stage and I feel like it’s one of the places that I feel most at home.”
Chambers said she loved the combination of having the festival close to her hometown and the camping aspect of the festival.
“We love camping and caravanning, so we’ll be there camping for the weekend and enjoying the other artists as well,” she said.
“It sounds like it will be a great weekend.
“I’ll be playing lots of my old songs from ‘The Captain’ and ‘Barricades and Brickwalls’ albums and also some new ones and favourite covers.”
The event begins on Friday and concludes on Sunday at Lake Charlegrark, Minimay.
Lake Charlegrark Country Music
Marathon committee member Lesley
Naylor said she expected the festival would be ‘as big as ever’.
“Our numbers were stuck around 1200 and then we had Lee Kernaghan perform and people who hadn’t been before came along, and they kept coming back — so it’s been around the 1600 people mark since,” she said.
“Everyone is looking forward to it and the lake and surrounds look beautiful. The caretakers are doing a great
job keeping it green and manicured.
“The event also brings money to all the surrounding towns, which is great.
“I have been on the committee for 17 years and it’s so rewarding when people thank you and tell you how much they enjoyed it.”
Committee member Rosemary Nolan said the committee had to make difficult decisions across the past two years in light of COVID-19 restrictions.
“Because we had to make hard decisions, especially last year, it feels even better to be back,” she said.
“Every year the venue and the event improves. Kasey is going to be great.
“You can’t believe how far people travel to go to the festival.”
Ms Nolan said a large portion of the money raised from the festival went back into the community
“We have about 12 people on the committee and we get a lot of vol-
unteers over the weekend to help,” she said. “There’s lots of effort the organisers put in and by the end, you are exhausted — but it is so worth it.”
Jayne Denham, Bill Chambers, Sandra Humphries, Danny Stain, Steve Bartel Band, Graeme Hugo, Heartland, Gavin Chandler, Rodney Vincent, Jarrod Stevenson and Brett Gray join Chambers on the bill.
Gray is an Adelaide-based acoustic rock and alternative country music artist who became interested in the music marathon when he attended with friends several years ago.
“I wrote to the organisers expressing my interest in performing as I have been in a band since 1996 and produced an album, ‘Eleven Days and Then Some’ in 2021,” he said.
“Due to cancellations, it has been a two-year process to be able to perform, but I am excited to be able to showcase my music.”
Gray will perform solo with a backing band at Lake Charlegrark and said he was looking forward to performing in front of a larger crowd than normal.
“I will be performing on both Friday and Saturday, so I might get a chance to throw in some originals that are not on the album,” he said.
“When you have the ability and the opportunity to play at festivals, you have to do it.
“It’s amazing to be able to get people listening to live music again and I think festivals are more and more appealing with people able to witness multiple artists at one event.”
Tickets can be purchased at tickets. oztix.com.au/outlet/event/2412fdae1456-4043-b3a4-efed96dbcc70
As we navigate our way through the easing of Coronavirus restrictions, it’s good to remember we’re #StrongerTogether.
RATES REMINDER
Are you aware of the rate payment options available to you? Council has a range of rate payment options available to all ratepayers, including a continuous direct debit plan with the option of paying weekly, fortnightly, or monthly across the year.
A friendly reminder if you have elected to pay your rates in full, payment is due February 15 2023. If ratepayers wish to discuss the possibility of arranging a suitable payment plan, please call Ararat Rural City Council on (03) 5355 0200.
The next Council Meeting is scheduled for 28 February. There is also a change of date to the April 2023 Council Meeting - Ararat Rural City Council will now be holding the April 2023 Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday 18 April 2023, commencing at 6.00pm in the Council Chamber, Shire Hall, Barkly Street, Ararat. All meetings will be live streamed via Ararat Rural City Council’s Facebook page.
HAVE YOUR SAY - CHILD SAFE POLICY
Council is seeking community feedback on our Draft Child Safe Policy. Have your say on our engagement platform https://engage.ararat.vic. gov.au/draft-child-safe-policy
Australians are being encouraged to join together to take positive action. Registrations are officially open for Clean Up Australia Day. Registration is free, and participants receive a free Clean Up kit. To register or donate, please visit cleanup.org.au
Are you looking to start a small business or own a business and need expert advice on how to grow? The Victorian Government’s Small Business Bus is coming to Ararat on 27 Februrary between 10am - 4pm near the Ararat Town Hall (facing Vincent Street). Book your 1:1 session via https://business.vic.gov.au/learning-andadvice/workshops-and-small-business-bus/view?id=E24434
This year’s lineup of performances is set to delight audiences, boasting acclaimed comedians, musicians to kids’ delights, including:
- 22 Feb - Things of Stone and Wood
- 10 March - DIESEL - Greatest Hits Alone with Blues Tour 2023
- 15 March - Issi Dye & Legends of Rock N’ Roll
- 17 March - Get Rhythm - A tribute to Johnny Cash & June Carter
- 21 March - Multicultural Comedy Gala
- 24 March - The Alphabet of Awesome Science
- 31 March - The Black Sorrows
Find out more online via www.ararat.vic.gov.au
LOOKING TO ADOPT A CAT OR KITTEN?
Ararat Pound has several kittens and cats that are looking for the fur-ever home. Council offers a reasonable adoption fee of $50 for cats or kittens.
An ‘expressions of interest form’ can be found on Council’s website. Ararat Rural City Council community safety officers can assist with more information on pet adoption, call 5355 0920 or email locallaws@ararat.vic.gov.au.
Ararat Rural City encourages ratepayers experiencing hardship to contact Council and learn about payment options, and support available when it comes to keeping up with their rates payments.
Council has a range of rate payment options available to the community, including a continuous direct debit plan with the option of paying weekly, fortnightly, or monthly across the year.
Ararat Rural City Council CEO Dr Tim Harrison said Council has introduced more flexible payment options to reduce the financial burden on residents and the business community.
“Some ratepayers may be doing it tough – enabling people to spread the cost of rates across the year with a payment plan offers a more manageable option,” Dr Harrison said.
“Ratepayers can choose how and when they’d like to make their repayments, giving residents and businesses more flexibility when it comes to rates.”
“We strongly encourage people to get in touch with Council to discuss the options and support available to find a solution that works best for them.”
Choosing to pay with a Direct Debit payment plan means:
• Ratepayers can choose any day of the week/fortnight, or date of the month to have their payments deducted
• The new options allow for payments to be spread across the whole 12 months, helping to reduce the burden
Our Direct Debit plans are available to all ratepayers at any time of the year. Paying by our auto calculated Direct Debit method ensures your rates are always paid on time and you don’t need to keep track of due dates or worry about interest for late payment.
If ratepayers who have elected to pay their rates in one lump sum are unable to pay by 15 February 2023 or are experiencing financial difficulty and wish to discuss the possibility of arranging a suitable payment plan, please call Ararat Rural City Council on (03) 5355 0200.
Rural residents can expect to find an annual household waste and recycling calendar in their mailboxes, as part of Council’s waste and recycling program Revolution Ararat.
The ‘2023 Rural Zone Kerbside Collection Calendar’ comes in the form of a handy magnet, which will help residents keep track of their collection service. The calendar is conveniently sized to stick on your fridge and features those allimportant collections days for red, yellow, green and purple-lid bins.
To keep up-to-date on the Revolution Ararat program, visit the Revolution Ararat Facebook page or Council’s website www.ararat.vic.gov.au. The household waste and recycling calendar can also be viewed on Council’s website under the ‘Services – Waste and Recycling’ tab, where tips on avoiding single-use items, reducing general waste, and managing food waste can also be found.
For any other queries, please contact Council’s waste and recycling team on (03) 5355 0200.
Achampion of young people in the Wimmera says increasing opportunities and outcomes continues to motivate her work.
Louise Kelly is quickly climbing the ranks of Horsham Rural City Council, having stepped into the role of coordinator of youth and early years.
She was previously the council’s youth services planning and engagement officer and has worked with young people during her career.
Her previous role focused on delivering the council’s youth strategy and activating youth space, The Station, in Pynsent Street Horsham; whereas the new role will lead maternal child health services, supported playgroup and the council’s youth team.
Ms Kelly will also manage programming at Kalkee Road Children’s and Community Hub in Horsham.
“In this role, I am looking forward to expanding our youth team,” she said.
“We have recently expanded from one to three positions within the youth space here at council – so watch this space as we roll out more opportunities for young people.
“I’m excited to work with a different demographic of young people and move into the early years space.
“As a parent of a young child, I have just navigated our health and social opportunities within Horsham.
“I am passionate about advocating for parents, carers and young children in this space.
“That might be programs we can offer at the hub, how we can continuously improve our client and customer care, or consulting our communities on matters that are important to them.
“I will also continue working with partners to grow the early years workforce and build capacity for kindergarten and childcare.”
Ms Kelly said highlights during her time working for the council, to date, included the roll-out of a young mayor’s program, and hosting a prom for young LGBTIQA+ residents.
“The roll-out of the young mayor’s program started in October and partnering with Foundation for Young Australians, FYA, was a great decision to take our existing Youth Council to a new level,” she said.
“Young people will have focused support, funding and training from FYA and then, with a dedicated role attached of facilitating and co-ordinating the Young Mayor’s Program, I can see that Youth Council will get the full atten-
tion it needs. I can’t wait to see the projects that come out of Youth Council.”
Ms Kelly said the council was about to embark on developing a new earlyyears plan, and was reviewing and evaluating its previous strategy.
“This project will really highlight, in our community and stakeholder engagement, where our priorities, or more attention, is required,” she said.
“I have also been connecting with other councils across Victoria to review successful programs they are rolling out. There are some great initiatives happening across the state.”
Attraction and retention of skilled professionals is an ongoing challenge – as is encouraging people to return to the region after gaining education and work and life experience.
Ms Kelly, who grew up in Horsham,
THE LIMIT: Horsham Rural City Council’s youth and early years co-ordinator
Louise Kelly welcomes Millar Grimble to his first day of kindergarten at Kalkee Road
Children’s and Community Hub earlier this month.
Picture: PAUL CARRACHER
said living in the region was far from her mind as a teenager.
“At 18, I definitely had the mindset that I was never coming back,” she said.
“I have also since had the opportunity to live in many different towns and cities.
“With that experience, I can say that, yes, it is daunting starting up in a new town – you have to find your people and interests quickly.
“I think belonging and connection is key to staying in a town. I love dance, art and music – so have enjoyed finding classes and community groups that fill my passions outside of work.
“I encourage new people to the region to keep sharing your interests with people and the theory of six degrees of separation will come to fruition.”
Yarriambiack Shire Council is seeking community feedback to plan its future direction for earlyyears.
The Yarriambiack Early Years Strategy 2023-27 will identify current and future opportunieis, and challenges, facing families across the region.
Chief executive Tammy Smith said consultant Rachael Williams, the co-founder of Local Logic Place, would support the development of the strategy.
“We recognise just how critical the early years are for children’s development and how this affects their continued success over their lifetime. We are facing a number of challenges, such as ageing infrastructure and workforce shortages in early childhood education, but looking forward there are many exciting opportunities for our shire and region,” she said.
“Murtoa’s new integrated earlyyears hub and the 30 hours of four-year-old kindergarten confirmed for Yarriambiack children are on the horizon that will have positive impacts for generations.
“This strategy will look at what we as a council can do to support our youngest residents and their families.”
The council will invite residents to provide their feedback via an online survey and community consultation sessions.
People wanting more information can go to www.yarriambiack. vic.gov.au/Council-Services/ Community-Programs/EarlyYears-Services
Iconic pieces from Horsham Regional Art Gallery’s collection are on display to mark an historic milestone.
The gallery is celebrating 40 years at its current location, a 1939 art deco building in Wilson Street, with an exhibition including some of its first acquisition pieces.
A celebration, mid-year, will also mark 40 years of the art gallery and 80 years of the Horsham Town Hall.
Gallery director Lauren Simpson said a major bequest from Horsham-born concert pianist Mack Jost was a driving force behind the gallery and its collection, as it is known today.
The gallery, founded in 1967, began as a one-room space within Horsham’s Mibus Centre. It moved to its current site, which was formerly the council’s offices, to ‘much fanfare’.
The opening, on July 23 1983, included four exhibitions – upstairs featuring an exhibition showcasing about 100 works from Jost’s personal collection set alongside 20 drawings by George Coates, which artist Scott Pendlebury – a friend of Jost’s – donated the year prior.
Downstairs, the gallery featured exhibitions from Wimmera artists – watercolourist Gwendda Smith and photographer Con Kroker.
Collections manager Astrid Barry has selected some of those pieces for the present-day exhibition. It also includes a Rembrandt painting, ‘The gold weigher’ from 1639, which was among Jost’s bequest.
“Because Con Kroker and Gwendda Smith are well-known around the area, we chose them first,” Ms Simpson said.
“It’s a fabulous exhibition. We tried to make it as simple as possible to allow people to focus on the different areas of the artwork in our collection.
“It’s also a chance to celebrate some of the pieces in our collection that haven’t come out for a while.”
The gallery’s storage is named after Smith.
Ms Simpson, a Horsham College graduate, reflected on her own unique connection to Smith.
“One of my final works for Studio Art during year-12 was a portrait of a lady named Gwendda Smith. Her daughter, Jennifer, actually bought that work and they later displayed it at Gwendda’s fu-
neral when she passed away in 2011,” Ms Simpson said.
“She was a wonderful lady.”
The gallery has been upgraded and extended over time, with the most recent upgrade in 2016 incorporating the gallery and Horsham Town Hall.
Ms Simpson said the gallery was renowned for its collection, which has now extended to 2800 pieces. She said a visit to the gallery offered an experience akin to those in larger cities.
One example is Australian photographer Polly Borland’s portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, currently on display – generally an experience found in the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra.
A blue-green algae alert has been issued for Green Lake, Dock Lake and the Wimmera River upstream from Riverside Recreation Reserve.
Blue-green algae occurs naturally. It is not possible to predict how long the algae will remain at high levels.
Affected water should not be used for cooking, drinking, washing or any other domestic use. Boiling affected water does not make it safe for use.
People are advised to avoid contact with water in the three waterways and to wash any skin that comes into contact with the water immediately.
If health issues persist after being in contact with affected water, people should seek medical advice.
Signs of algae contact are skin rashes or itchiness, sore eyes, ears and nose, or if swallowed, nausea or vomiting.
“We try to collect as many different artworks from Australian, and also local artists – so people can come in and see artwork of people they might know, or people they haven’t discovered before who live locally, while also experiencing different pieces they might not get to experience unless they go to Melbourne,” Ms Simpson said.
“We’re just as good as any Melbourne gallery.
“We have contemporary exhibitions that people can come and see – from artists such as Bill Henson or Sidney Nolan that celebrate our region.”
The gallery is open every day from 10am to 4pm.
Pet owners should also prevent pets from drinking or having contact with the water.
Horsham Rural City Council will continue to monitor the waterways for algae.
People can continue to enjoy recreational activities at the lake and river, such as sightseeing, that do not involve direct contact with the water.
More information regarding blue-green algae can be found online via www.gwmwater.org. au/using-lakes-and-reservoirs/ rec-algae-warnings
Let Kaycee take over your morning with hits that’ll make you wanna turn it up and sing it loud...
Senator has drawn attention to the unique lifestyle opportunities in the Wimmera as she looks to support initiatives to develop infrastructure and housing in the region.
Nationals Senator for Victoria Bridget McKenzie, shadow minister for infrastructure, transport and regional development, visited the Wimmera earlier this month.
She said she had heard from mayors and community leaders that ‘all types’ of housing was needed for growth.
“I have been hearing about the need for affordable housing and short-term housing for big projects occurring locally,” she said.
“Communities need workers for mineral sands and other major projects. Each council has unique ways to deal with that problem and each one deals with that issue differently.”
Ms McKenzie said she hoped to see regional councils make better use of funding opportunities to develop housing. She said the National Housing Finance and Investment Corporation was one way councils could access funding to provide infrastructure such as kerbs and sewerage services for housing developments.
“It’s not being accessed effectively from rural and regional councils,” she said.
“We need to make it more available to our councils here to help them open up developments, get our local builders in and build that housing stock that is so needed for a workforce that is dying to get out here for great jobs.”
Ms McKenzie said her vision was to see sustainable infrastructure and economic growth to support people moving to, and living in, regional areas.
“We need well-paying jobs out in the regions
– long-term careers so that those of us who love it out here can stay, raise our families and our kids can stay in regional areas and have a successful life, too,” she said.
Ms McKenzie said she had also heard from Wimmera leaders that sport and cultural infrastructure was high on councils’ priority lists.
“Those of us who live out in the regions know how important sporting infrastructure is for our wellbeing, social connectedness and health outcomes and increasingly, I think, economic outcomes, too,” she said.
“Whether it’s national, state or regional titles being held in the regions, large sporting events drive huge economic growth in regional capitals such as Horsham.
“There’s a whole army of Australians and international visitors that pick out specific places to visit based on sporting infrastructure, as well as cultural infrastructure.”
The Federal Government announced in October last year the former government’s Building Better Regions Fund would be discontinued.
Ms McKenzie said while it was ‘devastating’, she hoped to see money put towards social, economic and cultural projects.
She said she was formerly a minister in charge of a program aimed at putting money into cities, such as Horsham, to grow economic diversification.
“As we head towards net zero by 2050, communities that are either highly dependent on mining or agriculture are going to have diversified economic opportunities, with high-paid careers locally, specifically tailored to unique aspects of different regions,” she said.
“I hope Labor develops a program that recognises the unique competitive advantages of each region because we know one size does not fit all.”
HANDS-ON: From left, Federation TAFE Wimmera campus salon trainer Megan Wright, Wimmera campus VET liaison officer Kim Boulton, and salon trainer Kerry Friend, take a break from their first-day bustle, alongside the salon mannequins VET students use to practice hairdressing.
A new cohort of Vocational Education Training, VET, students filled the classrooms and workshops at Federation TAFE Wimmera campus last week for their first day of the 2023 training year.
Wimmera campus VET liai-
son officer Kim Boulton said she was ‘excited’ to see firstyear VET students join their second-year peers at the campus for the first of a 32-week VET year. About 200 secondary-school students from across the region
travel to the Wimmera campus each week for automotive, building and construction, community services, early childhood education and care, electrotechnology, health, plumbing and salon assistant training courses.
Hindmarsh shire pet owners can soon access subsidised cat desexing procedures and free microchipping. The council has received State Government funding to offer eligible pet owners an opportunity to access the procedure for their cat at a cost of $50.
Mayor Brett Ireland said increasing the number of desexed cats across the shire could further protect native species from feral cats, reduce roaming and decrease the number of unwanted animals surrendered to the council and rescue groups. He encouraged pet owners to
apply for the program when it opens on Friday. He said people wanting more information, or to access an application form, could visit www.hindmarsh.vic.gov.au/catdesexing or contact manager governance and human services, Petra Croot, on 5391 4444.
Located 15km Toolondo, 50km Horsham, 40km Natimuk, 40km Balmoral this versatile property offers multiple opportunities for any farming enterprise wanting a reliable grazing block with seasonal opportunistic cropping possibilities or for purchasers looking to secure either a tranquil lifestyle property within a short distance of the renowned Toolondo Reservoir, Mount Arapiles, Little Desert and Grampians National Park. The property boasts serviceable to near new boundary fencing with mixed soil types typical to this area, native grasslands and pastures along with parcels of remnant native timber, grasses and scattered mature trees, 4 run off dams, basic sheep yards and GWMW pipeline water connected.
FOR AUCTION: Thursday 9th March 2023 @ 1.00pm
Venue: Toolondo Golf Club
Tim Coller M 0418 504 415
Opportunity to lease Prime cropping country located 10 – 13km from Horsham
Lot 1 - Domaschenz Road DRUNG approx. 90.5ha/223 acres
Lot 2 - Taylors Lake North Road DRUNG approx. 90.88ha/224.5 acres
Lot 3 - Horsham Lubeck Road DRUNG approx. 39.66ha/ 98 acres
For Lease by Tender, Closing Friday 3rd March 4.00pm Lease commencing 10th March 2023 - ending 28th Feb 2026
Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Viewing by appointment only.
Mark Clyne
M 0417 568 200
904 acres (365.83 ha) or thereabouts
Located approx. 50km from Edenhope, 45 km to Goroke, 25km from Natimuk & close to Mount Arapiles this versatile property offers opportunities from seasonal, opportunistic cropping, year-round grazing or lifestyle. Comprising a total of 904 acres, this undulating property boasts sandy loam type soils typical to the area, native & improved spring clover pastures, multiple catchment dams, solar bore guaranteeing a year-round water supply. Well maintained serviceable to as new boundary fencing, divided into 5 main paddocks & complimented by scattered mature trees & pockets of native trees & grasses, functional sheepyards, sundry shedding & workers hut.
FOR AUCTION: Friday 10th March 2023 @ 1.00pm
Venue: Natimuk Golf Club
Tim Coller
M 0418 504 415
Prime Location in Haven
Close to Horsham with a walking/bike track at the rear of the lot leading directly to the Haven School. A rare opportunity at Haven with a large 5435m2 block in Hunts Road with an existing older cottage (now suitable for demolition), along with a separate building that houses the shower, toilet and laundry. Due to the fact the property has an existing building that has just had the tenant vacate, it should allow you to build a new shed and demolish the existing buildings later to build your new home. Or if you’re looking for a blank site and the existing structures are of no use to you, the Vendor is willing to negotiate a deal with demolition of the current building prior to settlement.
Services Connected: Power, Town Water & Septic Tank.
Price: $325,000
Mark Clyne
M 0417 568 200
Three (3) individual allotments (to be offered separately)
309 acres (125.05 ha) or thereabouts
Conveniently located within 20 minutes of Horsham in the highly regarded, tightly held Lower Norton district this undulating cropping / grazing property features productive mixed soil types enhanced by a strong Gypsum and lime dressing program with cropping and chemical history available. Comprising two main paddocks boasting serviceable to near new boundary fencing, scattered stands of native trees, multiple catchment dams, fenced in two paddocks intersected by Bothe’s Road and GWMW pipeline connected to onsite tank.
173 Acres (70.13ha) or thereabouts
Located within 50 km of Horsham with bitumen road frontage this highly productive property represents an outstanding opportunity to purchase the ideal small farm / lifestyle property or to extend an existing farming enterprise in a highly regarded, tightly held farming area.
This versatile cropping / grazing property is divided into 4 main paddocks, offers basic sheep handling facilities and yards, several run off dams, GWMW pipeline and electricity available for connection.
FOR AUCTION: Thursday 23rd February 2023 @ 1.00pm
Venue: Noradjuha Hall
Tim Coller
M 0418 504 415
428 acres (173.2 ha) or thereabouts
This attractive undulating 428 acre (173.20 ha) allotment is located in a highly regarded cropping / grazing area with the suitable to a variety of cropping & grazing opportunities. Boasting productive mixed soil types that have been enhanced by a strong Gypsum & Lime dressing program the property is divided into 3 main paddocks with heavily treed native creek corridor & scattered stands of native trees, serviceable to near new boundary & divisional fencing, catchment dam, GWMW pipeline connection & a full cropping & chemical history available on request. Opportunity to purchase an adjoining 870 acres to further enhance any farming enterprise.
870 acres (352.04 ha) or thereabouts
This undulating 870 acre (352.04 ha) property is located in a tightly held, highly regarded district property is ideally suited to all crop types or a mixed farming enterprises incorporating both cropping and livestock production on rotation. Boasting versatile mixed soil types suitable for a variety of crop types that have been heavily enhanced by a strong Gypsum and Lime dressing program and regular Spring Vetch and weed spraying program. Divided into 13 main paddocks with treed seasonal creek reserve, scattered stands of native timber, serviceable and near new fencing including extensive specialist deer fencing and gates to some paddocks. Numerous catchment dams and GWMW pipeline water available. Opportunity to purchase the adjoining 428 acre property to greatly enhance any farming enterprise.
FOR AUCTION: Thursday 2nd March 2023 @ 1.00pm
Venue: Haven Hall
Tim Coller
M 0418 504 415
Substantial CBD retail premises / development site
With direct frontage to the busy Wimmera Highway this versatile premises offers astute purchasers a rare opportunity to secure a substantial commercial site in the heart of the Horsham CBD.
This extensive building comprises two independent premises, the first with a floor area of approx. 235m2 and the second with a single level retail area of approx 695m2 with adjoining warehouse / storage area of approx 300m2 with roller door access from Wilson Street.
FOR AUCTION: Friday 3rd March 2023 @ 1.00pm
Venue: On-site
Tim Coller
M 0418 504 415
JD946/956 MOCO, Wrecking for parts, good tri lobe roller etc.
Krone 320 Disc Mower, Wrecking for parts.
MF9152 Sickle MOCO, Wrecking for parts, good herringbone rollers, suit MF1375.
Macdon D60, Various parts.
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Manitou MLT735, Manitou MLT telehandler, varieous parts, boom transmission final drives
Gleaner N6, all parts new overhauled Alison engine, front.
Case 1640 Header, all parts including front.
AGCO 9250, flex front, most parts.
Manitou MLT745, 2015 model, booms, transmission, drives, various parts.
MF2190, Baler parts, complete pick up (suit 2170), various parts.
JD7810 Tractor, various parts.
JD7930 Tractor, various parts.
MF7475, DynaVT Vario transmission, most parts.
JD 8960 4WD.
As the arts community continues to recover from impacts of COVID-19 on its industry, one of Horsham’s favourite sons is finding ways to remain connected to his birthplace.
Theatrical performer Alex Rathgeber is best known for pursuits across Australian and international stages, and perhaps for some theatregoers, remains well known for a recent role in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Wizard of Oz as the Tin Man.
But the Horsham-born actor and singer has always carried with him an alternative pursuit – swimming.
A former Horsham Shark, Rathgeber said he learnt to swim under the guidance of Dorothy Adamson before he swam competitively at inter-regional events during his teenage years.
This month, Rathgeber will swim 35 kilometres for the Starlight Super Swim – a campaign to raise money for sick children in hospital.
He said his connection with the Starlight Children’s Foundation started while he was working on The Wizard of Oz production in 2017, when he joined some of the cast members, in costume, to perform for children in hospital.
“It was Christmas time and as a cast we had performed at Sydney’s Carols in the Domain,” he said.
“After the show we were bussed to a hospital to sing some Wizard of Oz songs, as well as some carols, for sick children – for the Starlight Foundation,” he said.
“There is a ‘Starlight’ room at many hospitals that is set up with bright col-
ours and all manner of entertainment for the children.
“We performed there for lots of children, but we also visited several children at their bedside – children who, for various reasons, were unable to leave their beds.
“It was so impactful to see their smiling faces when we visited them in hospital, so when I saw this swim challenge for the Starlight foundation, I wanted to be involved.”
The Starlight Super Swim asks participants, as individuals or as part of a team, to choose a swim-distance target and raise money through sponsorship to complete the distance, during February.
Rathgeber will complete his 35 kilometre challenge as part of his team – The DeepEndables.
Rathgeber completed his first kilometres at Horsham War Memorial Swimming Pool last week.
“It was excellent timing. I was in Horsham with my family, so I was able to do my first swim for the challenge at the pool I used to do my swim training at when I was young,” he said.
“Funny enough, while I was in town, I even ran into Dorothy Adamson who taught me how to swim at her indoor pool at Horsham West. It was an amazing coincidence.
“Before this campaign I have been doing a lot of swimming anyway, so I wanted to choose a distance that was a challenge. I wanted to push myself because that is what those sick children do in hospital every day.”
Rathgeber said he believed his passion for swimming gelled with his on-stage work.
“Frank Sinatra and other voice users have always spoken of using swimming to help them with their singing,” he said.
“Swimming increases lung capacity and rhythmic breathing – it is also just a great meditative, full body work out. I find it great for the mind.”
Rathgeber’s latest theatrical pursuit is with West End production Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap, which is set for a string of Melbourne shows throughout February and March after a run of shows in Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide.
Rathgeber said this new production had been a ‘fun’ show to explore, and was inviting people back into the theatre.
“The truth is, the impact of COVID and restrictions on the arts have been very deep and widespread,” he said.
“It is taking a lot longer for our industry to get back on its feet than some other industries.
“There has been some government funding that has propped up some shows, but when that money ends, the reality is they will all have to eventually rely on audience confidence to return to the theatre.
“However, in the same breath, I believe there is hunger at the moment for live entertainment – especially after everyone was stuck at home for the better part of three years.”
Rathgeber said people carried an ‘appetite’ for enjoying the arts in a communal setting.
“Standing or sitting next to someone at an event is something people only enjoy at a live show,” he said.
“It is about being with people, watching other people, in the flesh, huffing and puffing, pouring their heart out on stage – there is still nothing like it.”
Rathgeber said he was ‘delighted’ to invite the public to join his Starlight Super Swim team this month.
People can join, or donate to The DeepEndables team at superswim.org. au/t/the-deep-endables To date, the team has raised $8862.
People can purchase tickets to see Rathgeber’s latest theatrical production, The Mousetrap, at Comedy Theatre, Melbourne, via themousetrap. com.au/tickets/melbourne
NorthWest Real Estate has become the “go to” agency throughout the Wimmera, Mallee and North Central regions for Property Sales and Property Management Services. With a team of Experienced Agents NorthWest Real Estate handles a wide range of Properties including Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Rural.
The Horsham-based business has traditionally offered a portfolio of services including home heating and cooling, and added its electrical service a couple of years ago.
Wade’s Electrical has quickly become a proud and reliable electrical service provider that services the entire Wimmera region.
Owner Adrian Wade said with a team of eight — including four quali ed electricians and four apprentices, with support from the dedicated administration team — Wade’s Electrical offered a wide range of electrical services to meet the needs of customers.
Service areas include, but are far from limited to, commercial applications, new homes, solar installations and general electrical maintenance works.
Wade’s Electrical also offers a multitude of services speci cally for farms.
“From solar installations to general electrical installations and maintenance, Wade’s Electrical is equipped to handle all electrical needs — whether it’s for your home, business or farm,” Mr Wade said.
“Our quali ed electricians have the expertise and experience to tackle any electrical project, large or small, with precision and efciency.
“Our apprentices are highly trained and work under the close supervision of our experienced
electricians, ensuring that all work carried out is of the highest quality.”
Wades’ long-established reputation of providing great customer service is ingrained across the business, including within Wade’s Electrical.
Mr Wade said the team aspired to satisfy customers and provide the highest possible standard of service.
“At Wade’s Electrical, we understand that customer satisfaction is key and we strive to deliver excellent service and quality work-
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manship every time,” he said. “Our team is friendly, professional and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure our customers are happy with the work we do.
“Whether you need an electrical upgrade, a new installation, or routine maintenance, Wade’s
The electrical team at Wade’s – delivering excellent service and quality workmanship every time
Electrical has the knowledge, skills and experience to get the job done right.”
Mr Wade encouraged people wanting to discuss their electrical needs, or for more information, to phone the team on 5382 3823.
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We treat every project with the respect it deserves, and don’t stop until you are satisfied.
The Wimmera’s agribusiness stocks are set for a boost with two of the region’s premier education institutions pairing up to shorten the study path of future Wimmera entrepreneurs.
Longerenong College alumni with course experience in agricultural and agribusiness learning will be fasttracked through Federation University’s Bachelor of Business degree, thanks to a new partnership between the two tertiary schools.
Longerenong College head of campus Avril Hogan said she expected the new agreement to shorten a student’s typical business bachelor at Federation University by a year.
She said the partnership would also provide another pathway for agricultural and agribusiness graduates to pursue extended tertiary qualifications.
“Employability for Longerenong graduates is not an issue, with more than a 95 percent employment rate immediately after graduation,” she said.
“This agreement will provide a long-term benefit for graduates working in industry, and allow them pathways into a higher-level tertiary qualification.
“The Bachelor of Business will recognise the agriculture and agribusiness units, and credit 65 or 75 points towards a 360-credit degree. This
will reduce the three-year full-time degree to just over two years.”
Mrs Hogan said relationships between Longerenong College and the region’s other tertiary-education provider remained key to maximising student learning.
“We are all committed to providing quality education across a broad geographic area, and a wide range of programs, to support students and the industries who require the graduates,” she said.
“We have such wonderful facilities within the Wimmera, such as Longerenong College and Federation University and we want to maximise their use and draw as many students as possible.”
Federation University Wimmera campus director Christine Brown said she looked forward to developing greater cross-institution and cross-industry relationships, as the university embraced its ‘commitment’ to the Wimmera.
“Federation University has a strong commitment to supporting the Wimmera and helping people upskill or reskill to meet the region’s job needs,” she said.
“This is just one of the exciting collaborations and partnerships Federation University has established in recent months and we look forward to developing further opportunities where students, the community and industry all benefit.”
CELEBRATION: Horsham’s Harvest Church will celebrate a 40-year milestone this weekend. Current senior pastors Andrew and Rachel Cartledge, pictured far left and far right, will lead a service on Sunday from 10.30am. The service will celebrate the church’s life and ministry throughout four decades, including honouring pastors John and Cherylene Martin, centre, who led the congregation for 17 years. Morning tea and coffee will be provided. The church is in Florence Street, Horsham. People wanting more information can go to www.harvestchurch.org.au
All Australian adults who have not had a COVID-19 vaccine booster or a confirmed case of the virus in the previous six months will be able to receive another booster dose from Monday.
Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation, ATAGI, advised the Federal Government of the new recommendation to give adults additional protection against severe illness from COVID-19.
ATAGI recommends everyone at risk of severe illness – that is, everyone aged 65 years and older as well as younger adults who have medical comorbidities, disability or complex
health, needs a 2023 booster dose. The ATAGI also advised otherwise healthy children and teenagers do not need a booster at this time.
Health minister Mark Butler said the government had secured ‘millions of doses’ of Omicron-specific boosters, with millions more arriving this month.
“From February 20, all adults who have not had a booster or an infection in the past six months can go out and get a booster shot, to give themselves additional protection against severe illness from COVID-19,” Mr Butler said.
“Minister for Aged Care Anika Wells and I will be writing to aged care providers to encourage them to bring pharmacists and GPs into their facilities to administer the additional booster doses.”
In all instances, the recommendation for a booster is for people whose most recent COVID-19 vaccine or infection was six months or more ago, irrespective of how many prior doses that person has received.
People can visit www.covid-vaccine. healthdirect.gov.au/booking to book an appointment.
Depositing cash in a savings account or a term deposit are the most common ways to invest your money. But, how do you know which is right for you?
First, let us explain their main differences and impact on your money.
A savings account is a deposit account held at a bank or other financial institution that earns interest. Its benefits include easy access to your money at any time, while the remaining balance earns interest; and you can save more by depositing more at any time.
A third benefit is that savings accounts are eligible for the Federal Government’s Financial Claims Scheme, which protects against the failure of an authorised deposit-taking institution, ADI – such as banks or credit unions. The government guarantees deposits of up to $250,000 per account-holder per ADI.
However, there are some downsides. You might need to link your high-interest saving account with a transaction account to meet certain conditions, such as depositing a minimum amount every month or limiting your withdrawal frequency.
As interest rates can vary, your earnings will also fluctuate; or you might be tempted to spend more given the easy accessibility of funds.
In terms of fees, most banks do not charge a savings account fee; however, some might charge an account keeping fee. Interest earned is treated as investment income and taxed at your marginal tax rate.
Meanwhile, a term deposit is also a type of deposit account held at a bank or financial institution, with money kept for a set period of time at a fixed interest rate.
There are a number of benefits of a term deposit.
The interest rate is guaranteed and does not fluctuate; and you can invest in multiple term
deposits of different terms and interest rates – for example, you can invest $15,000 in a six-month term deposit earning one percent a year and $5000 in a 12-month term deposit earning 1.50 percent a year. Term deposits are also eligible for the government’s Financial Claims Scheme.
However, in terms of downsides, if you want to access your money before the term finishes, you might be required to notify your bank at least 31 days prior, except under special circumstances.
If interest rates increase, you cannot benefit as your money is already locked away at a fixed rate.
Banks usually have a minimum balance requirement for a term deposit of between $1000 to $5000. It might be a considerable risk if you do not want to lock away that much of your savings or have just started your savings journey.
Banks usually do not charge any fee on a term deposit. However, if you want early access to your money, there might be an early withdrawal fee and loss of interest for the remaining term.
Interest earned on a term deposit is treated as investment income and taxed at your marginal tax rate.
So which is better for your needs? Interest rates, accessibility of funds, and fees are key factors to consider. If you want a guaranteed income, term deposits are the way to go. However, if you want easy access to your money, use a savings account. Alternatively, you might keep some funds in a savings account for daily expenses or an emergency and invest the rest in a term deposit.
Ultimately, the right decision for you will depend on your budget and financial requirements.
• The information provided in this article is general in nature only and does not constitute personal financial advice.
Artists are transforming central Horsham.
Melbourne-based Jack Rowland, with his assistant Yuria Okamura, are painting a new mural on the laneway wall of Cafe Jas in Roberts Avenue – the first of three artworks for central Horsham in coming months.
The project is part of a Horsham Rural City Council ‘off-street laneway network’ project, funded via the State Government’s COVIDSafe Outdoor Activation program. Rowland’s project, a ‘psychadelic forest’ spanning more than 20-metres, will
take a number of weeks to complete.
“We’ve taken inspiration from our visits to the Grampians, where we often go and walk around the beautiful eucalyptus forests,” he said.
“We’re creating a large break from the urban sprawl; a bit of nature right in the middle of town.”
Rowland has exhibited his works across Australian and internationally. He is one of three artists the council has commissioned to undertake the work under leading street art company Juddy Roller.
Steve Cross will add a splash of colour to the Roberts Avenue arcade, between the businesses of Gypsy Willow and Imeldas; while Jimmy Dvate will transform the Ward Street-facing wall of Horsham Newsagency in Pynsent Street.
Works are due for completion in late March. The council has utilised COVID funding to help 34 businesses to install permanent outdoor dining infrastructure, shade, shelters and seating.
WIM is hosting pop-in community information sessions during February.
Tuesday, 21 February
♦ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Murtoa & District Neighbourhood House
♦ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Jung Hall
Thursday, 23 February
♦ 9:30 am – 2:00 pm: Horsham Plaza
Friday, 24 February
♦ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm: Dooen Hall
WIM proposes to develop the Avonbank mineral sands mine, subject to approvals and finance. WIM expects to release more information shortly, with regards to Public Exhibition details for the Avonbank EES.
Drop in to learn more and to discuss the Avonbank Project with the WIM team.
Speakers at the panel include:
Dr Cathy Tischler, Future Regions Research Centre, Federation University Dr Nikki Vincent, Commissioner for Gender Equality in the Public Sector Onella Cooray, Program Associate, Champions of Change Coalition Ashlea Edwards, See What You Can Be equality advocate
Date: 1 March 2023, 5.30PM - 7PM
Location: Federation University Auditorium, 298 Baillie St, Horsham
Bookings: Tickets $10 scan the QR code or go to https://events.humanitix.com/international-women-s-day-panel Supper: Light supper provided. For any details please call 5322 4100. Event supported by:
Val Reader; James Ferguson and Cameron Domaschenz; and centre, Nathanial and Evie Gula.
Venue: Onsite – Tarrant Road, Warracknabeal
An opportunity not to be missed – 260.13ha/642.8 acres
Here presents a rare opportunity to purchase land in an extremely tightly held area on the edge of the Wimmera and Mallee districts.
This land comprises approximately 640 acres across 2 paddocks, both set up independently with water meters, tanks and troughs.
Many soil types are present, from black river flats, red rises, rising grey loams and a small area of sandy loams, which have consistently yielded excellent results throughout the vendor’s time of owning the property. This season, the southern paddock has delivered a very attractive Sherri Wheat crop with the use of Clear eld technology. In 2021 it was cropped with a Clear eld Canola variety with variable rate technology used with both Urea and MAP. The previous season saw this paddock grow vetch hay, enabling the subsequent seasons’ crops to thrive and prosper.
The northern paddock possesses an excellent fertiliser history. 2022 saw Clear eld Canola grown with triflualin and propyzamide used as a post emergent, and Clear eld combined with variable rates of urea up to 300kg/ ha and MAP up to 85kg/ha. Sparticus barley was grown in 2021, an excellent wheat crop in 2020 and canola in 2019.
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Pricing of the soon-to-belaunched Fiat 500e compact all-electric hatch has been revealed – as $52,500 drive-away – almost four months ahead of the model’s expected on-sale date.
The source of the leak, an industry price guide that also revealed the cost of a Kia EV6 GT ahead of schedule last year, indicated the Fiat 500e La Prima will be offered in a single threedoor hatch variant priced at more than double its petrol-powered sibling –the entry-grade 500 Lounge starts at $23,100 plus on-road costs.
Even if the model is as highly speci-
fied as expected, it will still retail for $25,300 more than the flagship 500 Dolcevita.
GoAuto understands the four-seat 500e will be offered with a 42kWh battery pack, equivalent to the longrange variant available in Europe, where a more affordable short-range offering with a 28kWh battery pack is also available.
The 500e is powered by an 87kW220Nm electric motor driving the front wheels and is said to offer a driving range of 320 kilometres, based on the European WLTP standard, and accelerate from 0-100kmh in 9.5 seconds.
With fast charging capabilities up to 85kW, the Fiat 500e may be charged from zero to 80 percent in 35 minutes.
For comparison, the Nissan Leaf offers a 40kWh battery and 270km range with 50kW fast charging allowing an 80 percent charge time of 60 minutes.
It is expected the 500e range will be bolstered by the addition of a sportier Abarth variant before the end of this year, that variant providing an energetic 114kW-235Nm.
The third generation of Fiat’s modern take on the iconic city-sized hatch will be all electric upon launch. It is 60mm longer and 60mm wider than
before, with a 20mm longer wheelbase and broader wheel track at either end.
Boot space ranges from 185 to 550 litres.
The new platform has enabled Fiat to offer more technology with its 500e, including ‘level two’ autonomous driving capabilities, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, speed limit recognition, blind-spot monitoring, 360-degree camera technology and driver attention monitoring.
Parent company Stellantis has also endowed the 500e with its fifth-generation Uconnect multimedia array with a significantly larger 10.25-inch
touchscreen and wireless connectivity to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Last year, Fiat sold 357 examples of the 500 in Australia, placing it third, and last, in its segment – Micro passenger car – behind the Kia Picanto with 5196 unit sales and Mitsubishi Mirage, 862.
Australian features and specifications for the 500e have yet to be confirmed.
It is expected details will be announced next month, ahead of the model’s mid-year launch.
– Matt BroganThe Fiat 500e will become the most expensive Micro car available in Australia when deliveries begin in July
MGMotor Australia’s assault on the Australian battery electric vehicle market is gaining momentum.
The imminent launch of an extended range ZS EV small SUV will complement the standard range model already available, and the first public preview in Australia of the MG4 electric small hatchback is tipped to arrive mid-year.
The Chinese importer will publicly debut both models at the Fully Charged home energy and electric vehicle exhibition in Sydney next month, organised by a popular YouTube channel of the same name.
Due before July, the earlier-thanexpected arrival of MG’s long-range ZS EV – predicted to be in the order of between $3500 and $4000 more than existing variants based on overseas pricing – came about after MG Motor Australia was able to convince head office to fast-track the model for local consumption following ‘extensive customer feedback and unprecedented interest’.
The MG4 electric small hatchback – confirmed for Australian release about the same time as the long-range
ZS – is the first model based on a new modular scalable platform developed by MG parent company SAIC Motor.
An unusually low-profile battery pack in the MG4 EV will be available in 51kWh and 64kWh capacities, which are said to offer ranges of up to 350km and 450km, respectively.
The angular-looking small hatch has been met with critical acclaim overseas and scored a five star safety rating in the most recent round of Euro NCAP testing, raising hopes that it will arrive here with a similarly high score.
Offering only slightly less range than the MG4, the big-battery ZS EV can travel 440km between charges –considerably more than the claimed 320km from the standard range version that launched in Australia late last year.
This comes courtesy of a 72kWh liquid-cooled lithium ion battery in lieu of the standard model’s 50.3kWh unit.
Like a standard range ZS, the big battery version is front-wheel drive via a single electric motor that sources tell GoAuto is the same 130kW and 280Nm as the regular range model.
The 1600kg base model MG ZS
Excite EV comes equipped with three drive modes – eco, normal and sport, with the latter enabling a 0-100kmh sprint in the 8.0 second bracket, although this is expected to be blunted somewhat by the heavier long range battery pack.
One-pedal driving is achievable through the regenerative braking settings, with 7kW and 11kW AC charging capabilities for home and destination top-ups.
Although MG’s Australian arm claims the regular ZS EV can charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in as
little as 54 minutes using a 50kW DC, its British counterpart quotes quicker times using 100kW chargers of 36 minutes and 42 minutes for the standard and long range batteries, while a 50kW unit will take an hour and three minutes to do the job on an extended range ZS EV.
MG Motor Australia chief executive Peter Ciao said he was excited to showcase the new MG4 and expand the ZS EV model offering with a longer range.
“MG Motor Australia is putting our customer’s priorities at the centre of
our soon-to-be-released MG4 and current ZS EV so we can continue providing the best driving experience possible and make EVs more accessible to all Australians,” he said.
“We listened to customer feedback and have fast-tracked the arrival of our long-range ZS EV with a larger 72kw battery pack and 440km of range to Australia. This provides more peace of mind in terms of minimising range anxiety and matches our pursuit of driving electric vehicles further.”
– Peter Barnwell
has announced pricing for its ‘base’ grade Leon V hatch, creating a new entry point to the Spanish brand’s range priced from $43,990 plus on-road costs – or $47,990 drive-away.
The well-equipped 2023 Cupra Leon V features as standard the Volkswagen-sourced EA888-series 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine in a 140kW-320Nm state of tune and paired exclusively to a seven-speed dual clutch transmission. Cupra quotes an energetic 0-100kmh time of 7.2 seconds.
As standard, the V includes 18-inch black and silver alloy wheels with tyre pressure monitoring, heated power folding mirrors with dark chrome caps, LED headlights and daytime running lights, LED tail lights, fog lights with cornering function, auto high beam, rear tinted windows and a rear roof spoiler.
Inside, the Cupra Leon V includes a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel, 12.0-inch infotainment and navigation array, wireless phone charging, and wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
Two USB-C ports are offered both front and rear.
The Cupra Leon V also features a leather heated multi-function steering wheel with transmission paddle shifters, wraparound LED ambient light-
ing system with integrated side assist, cloth bucket seats, black headlining, carpet floor mats, a self-dimming rearview mirror, driver profile selector, dynamic chassis control and progressive steering.
Further highlights include keyless entry and ignition, tri-zone climate control, illuminated sill plates and rain-sensing wipers.
On the safety front, the Cupra Leon V arrives as standard with adaptive
cruise control, travel assist, front assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane assist, parking assist, side assist, exit assist, driver fatigue monitor, emergency assist and a reversing camera.
Further, the variant is available with a ‘leather and sound’ package from $2450.
The package adds leather upholstery, heated front seats, driver seat power adjustment and memory, mirror memory, copper stitching on the dash pad and a Beats nine-speaker premium sound system to the deal.
An electric sunroof is also available for $1800, while metallic paint attracts a $475 premium.
Speaking on the release of the fourth Leon variant Down Under, Cupra Australia director Ben Wilks said while the Leon V was Cupra’s price leader, it was no ‘entry-level’ car.
“We do not forgo equipment to hit a price point,” he said.
“We see the Leon hatchback range featuring four flavours of hotness.
“Now, the design unique to the Leon is even more affordable.
“Previously, the Leon V wasn’t part of the Cupra global showrooms.
“So, this is another milestone for our young brand as it goes into its first year on sale in Australia.”
Cupra recently adjusted range pricing to reflect current supply considerations, with the Ateca now available from $61,750, the Born from $59,990 plus on-road costs, Formentor from $49,990 plus on-road costs and Leon from $43,990 plus on-road costs.
– Matt Brogan
From the moment it made its way onto our shores over 50 years ago, the Hilux quickly established itself as an Australian classic. A workhorse and family mover, no adventure is complete without one. And for good reason. Combining power with on-road presence, the Hilux continues to prove itself from generation to generation. Nothing beats the unbreakable connection between you and your Hilux. Visit
Fill in the blank cells using numbers from 1 to 9. Each number can only appear once in each row, column and 3x3 block.
Fit the numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 into the hexagons so that where the hexagons touch, the numbers will be the same. No number is repeated in any hexagon.
FOCUS
An All Australian Word Game
* Each word must contain the centre ‘Focus’ letter and each letter may be used only once
* Each word must be four letters or more
* Find at least one nine letter word
* No swear words
* No verb forms or plurals ending in ‘s’
* No proper nouns and no hyphenated words
TODAY’S Good: 12 words
FOCUS Very good: 18 words
Excellent: 36 words
YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION
arras array asap card carp carry dray pacy parry pray racy radar rasp raspy sacra sard scar scarp scrap
SCRAPYARD spar spay spray yard
Reference: Macquarie Concise Dictionary
Focus No. 3863
What creature is this? Find out by joining the dots.
Find the following words in the grid. They may read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.
1. What is the name of the creek that connects terminal lakes Hindmarsh and Albacutya and continues beyond Albacutya?
2. Australia’s largest bird of prey, the wedge-tailed eagle, calls the Wimmera home. Which is generally larger, the male or the female?
3. According to fanciful but well-documented myth and legend, the recipe of what famous national beverage had its origins on the banks of the Wimmera River in Horsham?
4. On October 31, 1917 during World War One conflict in the Middle East, former Rupanyup stock and station agent James Lawson, DSO, played a key role in leading many Wimmera horsemen on history’s final what?
5. The legendary Roy Cazaly of Australian football’s ‘Up There Cazaly’ fame, captain-coached which Wimmera league club in the 1920s?
6. What did Aboriginal tracker King Richard famously find in scrub west of Natimuk in 1864?
7. Kaniva-born Marcus Wills won what major Australian prize in 2006?
8. In what country did Ararat cycling sensation Shane Kelly break a world 100-metre time-trial track record in 1995?
9. What south-east Wimmera footballer was drafted at pick 26 by an interstate club in the 1996 AFL draft?
10. What former Wimmera shire became incorporated in September 1877, dissolved in January 1995 and featured localities such as Nullan, Wirchilleba, Rulauna and Burrero?
9. Tim Notting. Brisbane Lions drafted him from Navarre. 10. The shire of Dunmunkle. Its main centres were Murtoa, Minyip and Rupanyup.
Answers: 1. Outlet Creek. 2. Female. 3. Fosters Lager. 4. Calvary charge. The Australian Lighthorse ‘mounted infantry’ charged Turkish positions at the wells of Beersheba. 5. Minyip. 6. The Duff family children of Jane, 7, Isaac, 9, and Frank, 4. The children were lost in the bush for nine days. The story captured national attention and was later immortalised in film, called ‘Lost in the Bush’. 7. The Archibald Prize for his portrait, ‘The Paul Juraszek Monolith’. 8. Colombia.
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(March 21- April 20)
Lucky Colour: White
Lucky Day: Tuesday
Racing Numbers: 5.3.2.6.
Lotto Numbers: 5.12.26.36.34.45.
The best results could be achieved with the help of others. There should be more love and money on offer. And most should be on the right wave length to make big decisions.
TAURUS:
(April 21- May 20)
Lucky Colour: Green
Lucky Day: Monday
Racing Numbers: 1.3.2.3.
Lotto Numbers: 1.12.26.35.40.33. Most may need to take the initiative where their love life is concerned. And set the record straight, so that loved ones are not in doubt about your own expectations and don’t let others interfere in your love life.
GEMINI:
(May 21- June 21)
Lucky Colour: Cream
Lucky Day: Thursday
Racing Numbers: 2.3.2.1.
Lotto Numbers: 2.15.29.8.6.33. A wish comes true through the help of a loved one. However you tend to get caught in the middle of other people’s problems and this could put you at a disadvantage.
CANCER:
(June 22- July 22)
Lucky Colour: Green
Lucky Day: Monday
Racing Numbers: 2.6.5.2.
Lotto Numbers: 5.12.26.39.8.44. Make sure you are not neglecting your partner’s emotional needs. Be diplomatic around the in laws or workmates. This will avoid a rather negative situation developing.
LEO:
(July 23- August 22)
Lucky Colour: Orange
Lucky Day: Wednesday
Racing Numbers: 2.6.3.5.
Lotto Numbers: 2.15.26.39.7.11.
Social life could bring business opportunities, so present yourself at your best, someone is watching you. New friends will bring more excitement into your life.
VIRGO:
(August 23- September 23)
Lucky Colour: Apricot
Lucky Day: Sunday
Racing Numbers: 4.6.2.3.
Lotto Numbers: 4.12.26.25.29.33.
Although luck in career affairs is indicated, stick to what you know best. Romance should be easier to find, however be very discreet with the way you handle a romantic overture.
LIBRA:
(September 24- October 23)
Lucky Colour: Red
Lucky Day: Friday
Racing Numbers: 2.3.6.5.
Lotto Numbers: 2.15.26.34.40.22.
You could be making a big impact on your chosen field and someone in the position to improve your lot could help you. Problems with travel arrangements could cause worry and make sure you do not lose anything important.
SCORPIO:
(October 24- November 22)
Lucky Colour: Lilac
Lucky Day: Thursday
Racing Numbers: 2.6.3.5.
Lotto Numbers: 2.15.26.39.8.44.
It’s just a matter of getting stuck into it and getting things done, and you should succeed in everything you try. Your love life is due for a lift. Also your business should improve very soon.
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SAGITTARIUS:
Lucky Colour: Blue
Lucky Day: Wednesday
Racing Numbers: 2.6.9.8.
Lotto Numbers: 5.12.29.36.37.6.
The time is coming nearer when you will be ready to make the move you have been planning for sometime. Permanent relationships are considered and many a promise will be made during this period.
CAPRICORN:
Lucky Colour: Violet
Lucky Day: Monday
Racing Numbers: 2.9.6.5.
Lotto Numbers: 1.15.26.39.34.45. A trip away or plans for long distance travel could be very much on the agenda and well planned endeavours will succeed even better than you expected. Not a good time to confide in people.
AQUARIUS:
(January 20- February 19)
Lucky Colour: Cream
Lucky Day: Thursday
Racing Numbers: 5.9.6.3.
Lotto Numbers: 5.16.24.40.22.29.
You might feel like letting off some steam but make sure you do not jeopardise your chances for the future with an outburst. Try not to attract too much attention for now.
PISCES:
(February 20- March 20)
Lucky Colour: Red Lucky Day: Tuesday
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Racing Numbers: 8.9.6.2.
Lotto Numbers: 8.15.29.34.45.2.
Aaron Dean has over 28 years’ experience in tree trimming, removal clearing. Having worked for the local council, Powercor and various other businesses, Aaron decided to branch out into his own business, Lop The Top – Tree Service. The business first started out as a weekend operation but soon became a full-time job when more and more people contacted Aaron for a variety of work.
Tree trimming and tree removal are the main sectors of Lop The Top – Tree Service, but Aaron also specialises in tight access removals and pruning for homes or business.
With insurance to climb to unlimited heights, Aaron can tame all those tall trees such as palms and large gums using the most up-to-date arborist equipment. He can also supply eucalypt garden mulch by request.
Lop The Top specialises in storm damage and can manage any insurance jobs you may have.
Aaron can work weekends, after hours, as well as emergency callouts.
Lop The Top – Tree Service works within a 100km radius of Horsham and offer discounts to pensioners. For a free, no-obligation quote contact Aaron at Lop The Top – Tree Service today on 0428 195 090.
Polly and Harriet; Scott and Anna; Brett, Brittany and Hugh. Wayne, Allison, Angus and Julia.
BONE
Leonard David
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 9th February 2023 aged 88 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Lesley and his family Steven & Cheryl, Michael & Michelle, Jason & Sharon, his 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Lindsay
9-6-1946 to 1-2-2023
Cherished husband and soul mate of Leoni for 54 years.
Most wonderful father of Louisa and Carla and their partners Angus and George.
Beloved Opah of Zoe and Eleni.
Dearest brother of Jenny and Dennis.
Much loved son of Lindsay and June Degenhardt (both deceased).
A kind, gentle, loving and funny man who will be missed by all who knew him.
A loyal friend to many.
Born in Albany, WA on June 22, 1942. Passed away peacefully in Horsham at the Wimmera Base Hospital on February 6, 2023.
Lottie was a loving mother to Leonie and Brian, mother-in-law to Catherine, cherished grandmother (Nana) to Kayetlan, Maegan, Drew and Askin.
A life long lived with loving memories to cherish and share.
Rest peacefully dear lady along with your long awaiting husband Bob.
The Mayor, Cr Robyn Gulline, Councillors, Chief Executive Officer Sunil Bhalla, Directors and staff of the Horsham Rural City Council express their sincere and deepest sympathy to the family of Robert on his recent passing.
Prior to municipal amalgamations Robert was a Councillor with the former City of Horsham from 1970 to 1979 and served as Mayor of Horsham from 1975 to 1976.
Our condolences are extended to Robert’s wife Mavis and family at this sad time.
MACKENZIE, Kenneth Noel “Tex”
25-12-1929 to 8-2-2023
Loved husband of Margaret (dec).
A brother to Valda (dec), Barbara, Margaret, Shirley and Roger (dec).
At rest with the Lord
MATTHEWS, Alison Beth
Passed away on February 8, 2023 aged 97 years.
Dearly loved wife of Allen (dec).
Daughter of Andy and Alice Dunlop (both dec).
Loving mother and motherin-law of Andrew & Tracy; Robyn & Jeff.
Adored grandma to Hannah & Liam, Oliver and Angus; Sonja & David and Michelle and great grandma to Jaeger, Jasper and Harper.
Loved and remembered always
Passed away on February 5, 2023 aged 15 years.
Beloved grandson of Laurie & Lyn Taylor.
Son of Tanya.
Dearly loved by all his extended family.
Greatly loved
Sadly missed
WILDE, Jacob
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Jacob.
He will be sadly missed by all staff at The Royal Hotel.
He was a much valued and respected member of our Royal family.
Staff at The Royal Hotel
The funeral service for Leonard David Bone will be held graveside at the Woorak Cemetery at 10.30am on Thursday, February 16, 2023
Emiley & Mathew Bone
Nhill & District Funerals 0419 008 464
CLANCY, Anthony “Clance”
21.3.1962 to 8.2.2023
The celebration of the life of Anthony Robert Clancy will be at 1pm on Friday 17th of February at Ss Michael and John’s Catholic Church in Horsham.
All are welcome to attend
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly ask that you make a donation in Tony’s name to the Brain Cancer Centre, a charity he was fond of, and carrying on his legacy of raising money for cancer research.
‘Sadly missed but remembered with love and laughter’
Amity Perovic & Dylan Hartwich 5382 1149 NFDA
Lindsay
The Funeral of David Lindsay Degenhardt will take place at the Graveside, Murtoa Cemetery on Friday, February 17, 2023 commencing at 10.30am
Trevor Bysouth & Daughter Ph 5385 2833 AFDA Member
The Funeral of Lottie Evelyn Harris will leave St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Horsham next Friday, February 24, 2023 after a service commencing at 1.30pm for the Horsham Lawn Cemetery.
Trevor Bysouth & Daughter
Ph 5381 1444 AFDA Member
Alison Beth
A Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of Alison Beth Matthews will take place at the Rupanyup Uniting Church on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 commencing a 1pm Privately interred.
Trevor Bysouth & Daughter Ph 5381 1444 AFDA Member
The Funeral of Jacob Benjamin Wilde will take place at St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Horsham on Monday, February 20, 2023 commencing at 1.30pm Private cremation. Donations in memory of Jacob may be made to Beyond Blue. Donation envelopes will be available at the service. The service may also be viewed online at www. horsham.unitingchurch.org. au/watch
Trevor Bysouth & Daughter Ph 5381 1444 AFDA Member
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The Blair family would like to extend their sincere thanks to all their family, friends, colleagues and community for their kind words, flowers and cards in regards to the passing of our beloved Thomas Reginald Blair.
Special thanks to Susan Hobbs at Uniting Church Horsham for the beautiful service honouring Tom. An extended thankyou to the catering ladies at the church for their refreshments after the service, and to Amity & Dylan at Horsham and District Funerals for their guidance during this difficult time. Love Heather, Peter, Geoff, Susie, Kellie & families.
EDMONDS Lorraine
Joylene, Russell and Peter and their families would like to extend our thanks for all the messages and cards we recieved on the passing of our mother/mother-in-law, Lorraine. Our special thanks also to Gorrin Village for their excellent care.
The family of Lottie Grant would like to sincerely thank everyone who offered their support and sympathy since the passing of our adored Mam, Mother-in-law and Nanny.
Thank you for your kindness through cards, flowers, phone calls and visits.
Thank you to the Palliative care team, VAD team, Doctors Isabel and Kalyani. Thank you to Michael Stewart, Susan Hobbs, Suzanne Bysouth and Alison Fischer.
Please accept this as our personal thank you. David, Carole, Ian, Shirley and families.
Beautiful Chihuahua puppies ready for new homes, Long hair 3F, 1M, source# EE206537, vacc, chipped, wormed m/chip# 9350100 06382689/953010006382681/95301 0006382737 Ph Rose 0400711481
Birds for sale, hand raised green cheek conures, lovely coloured aviary bred cockatiels, opaline turks, Bourkes all colours, all young birds, ring for prices Ph 0408535515
Black faced Dorpers joined $140 each Ph 0429912620
Black head dorper ewe lambs born June 2022, pic# 3NGLM058 $250ea Ph 53585079
Bristlenose catfish , great tank cleaners $5ea until sold out Ph 0474159010 after 6.30pm
Budgerigars, show birds at pet prices Ph 0447080439
Budgies, babies available $10ea Ph 0423976711
Budgies, just out of nest, pastel colours and lace wings $10ea Ph 0419505737
Budgies , young, asstd colours $10ea Ph 0423182267
Central bearded dragon hatchlings, 2 males, hatched 28/11/22, licence # 13411918-B, $130ea Ph 55851231 Edenhope.
Ferrets for sale, $10 each, Ph 0458681119
Ferrets, 8wks to 18mths $30ea Ph 0418843180 Nhill Goats wanted Ph 0427361940
Muscovy ducks $10, drakes $20 Ph 0429842236
Pet carrier crate for cat or dog, large $50 Ph 0473870476
Pure breed black faced Dorper ewe lambs, pic# 3HSDC083 Ph Liz 0419664345
Purebred Alaskan Malamutes 1 x boy, 10 weeks old, vet checked microchip & wormed, 9530100061 86664/953010006186786/95301 0006186778/953010006186662, source # MB168224 Ph 0429836214
Aussie White/White Dorper 2022 ewe lambs for sale. $220 each, PIC 3HSDA108, Ph 0478226909 for more information.
Purebred Labrador Puppies 2 male, 5 female. Vaccinated, wormed & microchipped, DOB 26/11/22, source # MB120138, microchip # 953010006239182/070/183/245/184 /189/246 $2,200 Ph 0427396114
Evinrude 6hp o/b motor, fresh water only, rarely used, model 6804B, VGC $650 Ph 53470200
Nissan Utility Twin Cab, unreg, vin# UNGD21415702 $2500ono Ph 53840235
Haines Hunter , 560SL, 1989 EC, Yamaha O/B 140 hp, oil injected,160lts F/ T, cray pot winch, rod holders, lowrance fish finder, live bait tank, cutting table, HF marine radios, S/Gear, canopy, boat cover, EPIRB, flares, life jackets, Mackay tandem axle trailer 57502, 02/2003 s/ guard, boat latch $39,000 Ph Barrie 0427861004
Mangrove Jack fold-up boat trailer, W90542 and custom boat loader Ph 0409583014
2000 Holden Statesman VH auto, 6cyl, 3.8 petrol, white, 282,000kms, QIU916 $6000 Ph 0491034206
2012 Holden Cruze, 1.8 manual, regularly serviced, recent major service with timing belt replacement, water pump and all pulleys, new tyres, bluetooth android touch screen stereo and reverse camera, in daily use, no issues, 1TY2JR $6000ono Ph 0415772074
2018 Honda Civic, VTI-S Luxe Sedan, EC, leather heated seats, balance of new car warranty, full service history 53,000kms 1NP6RM
$23,500 Ph 0466014594
Original metres kilocycles megacycle short wave, 5 valve console radio, serial# 2114, EC, working order Ph 53824316
Wanted, Land to lease or share-farm anywhere south of Horsham, from 100 acres to 1000 acres, cropping country preferred Ph Roger Hallam at Mockinya 0418822700
Wanted, someone already travelling to Gippsland to bring back 16’ caravan for an elderly lady, text only 0467189492
My greatest fears were realised when I stepped into the office, saw the kettles on the desk, and understood that phenols would have to be analysed. This chemical test involved grappling with pumps, lamps, tubes and solvents for over an hour per sample. I prepared myself mentally for the long night ahead. All was going well until suddenly, the lamp blew. With no spare lamps, one electrical circuits physics unit under my belt, and in desperation, I decided to investigate the problem myself. To my wonderful surprise, I found that the globe was still ok, but there were three wires that were no longer connected to their counterparts. Not being completely confident, I called my brother. “Do you think I connect the red one with the white one or the black one?” came the question, but I could sense my brother sweating over the phone as he spoke. “I really don’t think I can help you with this one” he said, and he promptly hung up the phone. With all options exhausted, I wired up the lamp, held my breath, and turned it on. When we are disconnected to God, nothing can work. There is nothing we can do, and no progress can be made. What’s more, there is no light that can be given to those around us from Jesus, the source of light. In John 15:5, Jesus says that “apart from Me you can do nothing.” Don’t wait until all your options are exhausted. Plug into Jesus today.
Speedboat, 4.8m, 202 red motor, dog clutch, reg NBO069 and trailer Q99607 $5600 Ph 0409423541
Invacare Comet Alpine Gopher VGC, batteries replaced recently, charger, lights, indicators $1150 Ph 0409524112
Mobility Gopher Pathfinder 140XL as new condition with new batteries $3000 Ph 0427957212
Single remote control beds, head/ back and knee adjust, includes medium support mattresses, ideal for disabled or elderly person, in near new condition was $1000ono ea, genuine enquiries only Ph 53823720 or 0419136282
2012 Mazda 3 Sport, 6 speed manual, 140,000km, ZPX331 $9900 Ph 0428340829 Holden Gemini x2 , 1981 TE8TF69-188333B, 4dr sed man SL, 1983 TG8TF69-241320B, 4dr sed man SL, as is both $4300ono Ph 0427801969 no text
REDUCED 2017 Honda Civic VTI-L Hatch, CVT Auto, pristine condition, black sports pack, apple carplay, 1.5L turbo, new tyres, 41,000 country kms, Honda 7yr warranty, roadside assist, reg May 2023, always garaged, genuine sale 1MT2IG $29,500 Ph 0408881137
Rare Astor roller dial
2015 Isuzu DMax, dual cab, white tub, prefer new condition, contact Greg at Greg McLennan Smash Repairs 0418823479
Generator and starter motor for early model McCormick deering W6 tractor, Nhill Vintage Machinery Club Ph 0429935928
Sunday, February 19 13/U 8.30am-10am 15/U & 17/U 10am-noon Seniors 2pm-4pm
Hyundai Elantra , 134,000kms, white, EC, very cheap and reliable car, will be sold with rego and RWC, 1DZ7PO $13,500 Ph 0408530717
Airia, Fstyle, Mandolin with hard case, EC $300 Ph 0413207022
REDUCED Suzuki DRZ400 motorbike , 2020, 12mths reg, 1800kms, 2L2KO $8000 Ph 0417050612
New genuine Toyota narrow-body bull bar, suit 2015-2017 HiLux, Ph Eddy 0428922335
Range Rover Sport MY16/17 wheels, one never used, 3 one tyre only, also fit discovery 5, immaculate, no marks, photo if requested $1200 Ph 0418501271 Ararat
Light blue Toyota Corola sport, 2005, 311,000kms, TRD592 Ph 0493100329
Dimboola Nissan Navara Twin Cab, 2006, Silver, VGC, no rego, sell as is, 202,000kms, last reg YVO949 $13,500 Ph 0439377524
Toyota Hilux 2wd 2009 SR Twin Cab V6 5spd manual, EC, 210,000kms XGK391 $14,000ono Ph 0444593135
Bluthner Piano, well tuned, VGC $200 Ph Frank 0455181941
Kawai MP 4 Stage Piano, stand, carry bag, two Behringer amps Ph 0413789736
XR6 2010, auto, service history, RWC, full rego, EC, XSF763, POA Ph 0428989234
Tuesday, February 21 & Thursday, February 23 13/U 3.45pm-5pm 15/U & 17/U 4.45pm-6.15pm
IMPORTANT: All attendees must register by 5pm, Friday, February 17. Email horshamsaintsnetball@gmail.com for the registration link.
All sessions will be held in the St Brigid’s Stadium Enquiries & apologies to Rebecca Pohlner (Netball Director) 0437 006 090 or Kristy Robertson (Deputy Netball Director) 0427 820 720
NEVER THOUGHT I’D BE HOMELESS.”
A Council Meeting will be held at 12.30pm on Monday, 20 February 2023 in the Council Chamber, Pleasant Creek Historic Precinct, Stawell. The purpose of the meeting is to consider confidential item:
• C6 2022/23 - Implement and Support Enterprise Resource Planning Part 2
The Council meeting is open to members of the public and will be livestreamed to council’s YouTube channel. A link to view the meeting online will be available on council’s website at www.ngshire.vic.gov.au/ Council/Council-Meetings
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DUE TO COMPANY GROWTH WE HAVE MULTIPLE VACANCIES FOR HC & MC DRIVERS
Our urban and rural customer charters will be updated from 1 March 2023, following changes to the Essential Services Commission’s customer codes.
Our customer charters outline standards we comply with in providing services to customers.
What does this mean for me?
We will update our customer charters to strengthen your rights, especially if you are facing financial hardship.
What are the main changes to the customer charters?
We will:
• provide more support to you if you are finding it hard to pay your water account.
• make sure we communicate with you in a confidential and sensitive way.
• take all steps to assist you if you are behind in paying your water account, before taking further action.
Our customers will receive an updated customer charter summary with their July water account.
11 McLachlan St, Horsham
1300 659 961
gwmwater.org.au
Dimboola Natimuk
Lutheran Parish
Sunday, February 19
Edenhope 11am HC
Goroke 9am HC
Natimuk 10am LR
Vectis 10am LR
Dimboola 11am LR
ROAD CLOSURE
GEORGE STREET, JEPARIT
Council advises that George Street, Jeparit will be closed to all traffic (vehicle, bicycles and pedestrians) from the eastern boundary of the Jeparit Caravan Park to the western boundary of the Jeparit Tennis Courts effective Monday 27 February 2023 until further notice.
This notice is given as a result of traffic management measures during the construction and redevelopment phase of the Jeparit Swimming Hole precinct. Any queries should be directed to Phil King, Manager Economic and Community Development, on 03 5391 4444.
Minimum 15 Hours P/W (with additional hours)
Position involves:
- Packing & Delivery of orders
- Customer Service
- Rotation of Stock
- Stocking of shelves
- Early Starts
- Some heavy lifting of up to 20kg please drop resumes in store or email at: jkgriffiths71@gmail.com
East Grampians Health Service (EGHS) is offering up for lease by Tender the parcels of land known to EGHS as the “Willaura Farm”
“Willaura Farm” consists of three (3) parcels of land in the Wickliffe area of Victoria. The three (3) parcels equate to 392 acres or thereabouts of sheep grazing and cropping land. The parcels are offered as a whole and will not be separated.
The land is being offered on a five (5) year term with a possible five (5) year option.
The tender documents will be available from the 13/02/2023. Interested parties should request copies of the Tender documents by contacting Dean Knights during business hours by calling (03) 5352 9494 or via email dean.knights@eghs.net.au
Tenders Close 2.00pm Thursday March 2nd 2023
Grampians Health Stawell is seeking expressions of interest from service providers to undertake the maintenance of the lawns and landscaping of Grampians Health Stawell grounds on an ongoing basis.
Contracted hours will be approximately 10 hours per week.
Details are available from Mr Phil Hutton, Grampians Health Stawell, Maintenance Manager via email phillip.hutton@srh.org.au or by calling 0429 001 655.
Expressions of interest can be mailed or delivered to:
EOI – Mowing Service Contractor
Attention: Mr Phil Hutton
Grampians Health Stawell 27-29 Sloane Street (PO Box 800)
STAWELL VIC 3380
Expressions of interest close 2pm Monday 27 February
Barengi Gadjin Land Council Aboriginal Corporation has several exciting opportunities available to those currently seeking employment. As the federally and state-recognised representative corporation for the Wotjobaluk, Jaadwa, Jadawadjali, Wergaia and Jupagulk Nations, BGLC is looking for individuals who are enthusiastic to get involved in caring for Country, community and culture in a variety of diverse roles across our organisation.
Community Engagement Officer (Part-Time 0.5 FTE; Multiple Vacancies)
Participate in strengthening Traditional Owner cultural practices and networks within the region and beyond. Help foster engagement and relationships through outreach, events and projects in this role for community-minded, outgoing applicants.
Arts Liaison Officer (Part-Time 0.5 FTE)
Put your eye for talent to good use in this position which aims to expand and extend the creative opportunities available to First Nations community members through providing resources and knowledge, identification of opportunities and development of partnerships between artists, artist networks and BGLC.
Company Secretary (Part-Time 0.6 FTE)
Assist BGLC’s Chair, Board and CEO by providing all necessary administrative support to conduct the business of the Board, including scheduling assistance, production and maintenance of documentation, and accurate recording of meeting proceedings.
Office Administrator (Part-Time 0.6 – 1.0 FTE)
Provide valuable administrative support to staff at BGLC’s head office in Horsham while also being the smiling face greeting our visitors. This part-time position is suited to skilled administrators who wish to fit their work hours to their lifestyle, including work during school-hours.
Aboriginal Water Officer & Landcare for Country Facilitator (Full-Time)
Get outdoors and help keep Country strong by participating in this pilot program which will see the successful applicant assisting BGLC’s Aboriginal Water Officer Team while also progressing to develop productive partnerships with Landcare groups in the region. Please don’t hesitate to view the detailed position descriptions at www.bglc.com.au/workfor-bglc, and submit any applications or enquiries to recruitment@bglc.com.au or get in touch over the phone at 0408 130 639.
We encourage Traditional Owners, First Nations and non-Indigenous people to apply; Aboriginal identified positions will be clearly marked in the full position description. BGLC will have more new job opportunities emerging as the year progresses, so please check back regularly.
Situations Vacant
People & Culture / Finance Support Officer
Full Time
Just Better Care is a leading provider disability and aged care services across Australia. We are currently looking to recruit a passionate, energetic and dynamic person for a rewarding role in our Horsham office.
People & Culture / Finance Support Officer provides administration support to key areas of the organisation including People & Culture and Finance. The People & Culture / Finance Support Officer role is crucial in ensuring identified departments operate in an efficient and timely processed driven manner. Excellent communication and time management skills are essential for this role.
As a representative of the Just Better Care brand, you can be proud of being part of a strong supportive team championing the rights of our customers.
Further information about this role is outlined in the Position Description.
To request a copy of the Position Description, please contact Just Better Care - Western Victoria on 03 5381 1432 or email hr.wv@justbettercare.com
Applications addressing the key selection criteria close Friday, February 24, 2023 Applications to be emailed to hr.wv@justbettercare.com
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We are looking for good people to join our team and fill the following role at our Horsham facility.
Position: Weighbridge Operator
Full-time
We are seeking a suitable candidate to take on the role of weighbridge operator at our Horsham facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in overseeing all grain movements in and out of site, all quality testing and general day to day running of the weighbridge.
To be considered for either of these roles you will need to meet the following criteria:
• Ability to work independently but be part of a greater team.
• Willing to learn quickly and progress in the role.
• Problem solving and good communication skills are a must.
• Experience in the agricultural/grains industry is an advantage, but not necessary as training will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail, along with sound numeracy and literacy skills and willing to go the extra step to meet deadlines.
• Strong computer and systems skills including MS Excel and MS Word.
Remuneration will be at or above award rate depending on experience.
To apply for any of these roles please submit your resume and cover letter detailing why you are interested and suitable for this role via email to kscoullar@agtfoods.com
Situations Vacant
Midbrook Pty Ltd is a civil contracting business located in Horsham operating since 1986.
We have a full time position available for a plant operator/ labourer to work in our small team. Our main business is residential and industrial subdivisions as well as road reconstruction and installation of utility services. Experience with operation of excavators, graders, rollers, loaders is ideal and a HR or HC truck license is also desirable. Above award wages paid and overtime is available.
To apply please send your resume to matthew.hudson@midbrook.com.au or call 0438 822 743
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Senior Mental Health Support Worker 38 hours per week
$34.24 to $39.49 per hour
Group Facilitator - Mental Health
15.2 hours per week
$34.24 to $39.49 per hour
Contact: Jemima Bibby
Family Violence Case Manager 38 hours per week
$34.24 to $45.18 per hour
School Focused Youth Service (SFYS) Coordinator 30.4 hours per week
$39.49 to $45.18 per hour
Contact: Gemma Beavis
The Orange Door based in Horsham has some exciting opportunities
Integrated Practice Leader 19 hours per week
$57.91 per hour
Men’s Practitioner 30.4 hours per week
$39.49 to $45.18 per hour
Contact: Gemma Beavis
Closing: 12pm Monday 6 March 2023
To download a position description and key selection criteria form visit our website: gch.org.au
For further information email employment@gch.org.au or call contact person on 5358 7400
Rural Northwest Health is a public health service with a focus on providing high quality care and services to its residents and clients, and providing a supportive environment to its team members.
We are looking for a passionate Diversity and Inclusion Officer who is responsible in providing overall support and advice on a range of diversity and inclusion initiatives at Rural Northwest Health. This role involves developing and reviewing plans such as the organisation’s Diversity Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan, and Gender Equality Action Plan.
The successful candidate will have:
• Experience working in, and knowledge of the specialist HR area of gender equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Excellent project planning and problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to support stakeholders across geographical diverse workplaces
• Sound understanding of the Gender Equality Act 2020 (preferred)
• COVID19 vaccination evidence
• Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one
• Current and valid Police Clearance
• Current NDIS Check or willingness to obtain one
What we can offer you:
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Generous salary packaging benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• A progressive, friendly, and supportive team environment
• Free car park
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) entitlement
For further information about the role, please contact:
Glenn Hynes Executive Manager People, Culture and Safety
T: (03) 5396 1307
Applications which include a cover letter and resume should be forwarded to applications@rnh.net.au by the 21st March 2023
Rural Northwest Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports equal access, safety and inclusion of our team members employed or seeking employment.
OH&S Officer
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Due to growth in our operation we are seeking a Head Chef to join our kitchen operation.
For over 100 years the Ararat RSL has had a long standing and proud history serving the people of Ararat and surrounding districts.
We are known to be one of the leading rural clubs within Victoria and are considered an employer of choice.
We employ approximately 50 staff and have a membership of over 2500.
Our kitchen team serve lunch and dinner 7 days per week, and fully cater our busy function centre. We host corporate training, special events, weddings and celebrations. We work hard and we work together to ensure that we have a clean, efficient and professional kitchen. Collaborating with the Executive Chef, you will develop fresh, seasonal, contemporary menu’s that make our club a destination venue. You will ensure our kitchen operation is financially viable and efficient, maximising yield and developing best practise techniques. You will be responsible for our food safety program, stock control and inventory, team schedule and labour as well as effective team leadership and professional development. Most importantly you will motivate and inspire your people to achieve excellence.
The successful candidate will have 5 years experience as a front line chef and ideally, will have held the position of sous chef.
We will offer a competitive renumeration package to the right candidate. Please email your resume and cover letter to: Toby Steele, Assistant Manager - toby@araratrsl.com.au
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Chef to join our Kitchen operation as Sous Chef. For over 100 years the Ararat RSL has had a long standing and proud history serving the people of Ararat and surrounding districts.
We are known to be one of the leading rural clubs within Victoria and are considered an employer of choice. We employ approximately 50 staff and have a membership of over 2500.
Our kitchen team serve lunch and dinner 7 days per week, and fully cater our busy function centre. We host corporate training, special events, weddings and celebrations.
We work hard and we work together to ensure that we have a clean, efficient and professional kitchen. As an aspiring leader, you will report to the Head Chef, you will lead the kitchen operations team in their absence. You will support the Head Chef in all areas of kitchen and people management. You will be a team player who leads by example and loves developing people. You will receive development, mentoring and support from our Executive Chef and will have dedicated portfolios that you manage for the business. The successful candidate will have 3 years experience as a front line chef and is ready to take the next step in their career.
We will offer a competitive renumeration package to the right candidate. Please email your resume and cover letter to: Toby Steele, Assistant Manager - toby@araratrsl.com.au
The Weekly Advertiser is seeking a journalist to join its award-winning team. This position is based in the Wimmera and covers a region stretching from Ararat to the South Australian border.
The Wimmera, southern Mallee and Ararat district offers a variety of outdoor-lifestyle attractions, boasts a strong sense of community and has all key essential health and education services.
This is a full-time position but comes with highly flexible arrangements for the right applicant. The successful applicant will have the ability to research, create and submit a body of factually accurate stories daily, guided by experienced mentors.
News gathering would be general in nature, covering hard news, features and/or sport.
The Weekly Advertiser works alongside two local radio stations as part of the ACE Radio Network. Long-term opportunities exist for the right applicant to also explore radio journalism and broadcasting.
To apply, email your resume to kellys@aceradio.com.au or phone 03 5382 1351 for more information.
ACE Radio Broadcasters is an equal-opportunity employer.
Horsham Lawn is sitting on top of the pennant ladder after a convincing win against Central Park in round 14 of Central Wimmera Tennis Association action at the weekend.
While Central Park put pressure on each set and each game was closely fought, Horsham Lawn’s nine set wins saw them overpower the previous ladder leader.
Horsham Lawn’s Graeme Wood and Thalia Thompson won all three of their sets for the round.
Central Park’s Justin Slade and Reece Harman battled hard to defeat Lachlan Punchard and Patrick Hall in a tiebreak.
Wood and Punchard then won doubles in a tiebreak against Slade and Brendan Nitschke.
The majority of sets were close contests, won by two or three games, but Horsham Lawn proved too strong in the end.
Kalkee and Drung South fought hard on Saturday, winning six sets each and the result came down to games won.
Kalkee won by six games with a mixed bag of results and some comfortable set wins from both
teams. Drung South’s KateLyn Perkin and Kalkee’s Steve Schultz won all their sets for the day.
Benn Molineaux had a good contest against Kalkee’s Jordan Friberg, winning by two games.
Kalkee’s Emily Polack also had a good performance with a twogame win against Marli Pymer. If Drung South performs well again, it could present a challenge for Horsham Lawn in round 15, however, it will take everything they have to shake-up
the confidence of the Lawn side. Central Park will look to regain its standing as one of the strongest teams this year when it faces St Michaels.
Kalkee has the bye in round 15.
In A Special, Natimuk remains strong at the top of the ladder after a 10-4 win against Homers.
The competition is tight for third and fourth ladder positions with two rounds remaining and only one game separating Telangatuk East in third and Central Park in seventh.
The top-four places in A Grade have been secured after Central Park defeated Horsham Lawn Bardell to rise to third position.
Central Park outplayed Lawn, with Rod Shurdington and Roger Kotz winning three sets each to boost the winning margin.
Drung South and Homers had a close contest with one game separating them at the end and Drung South taking the win.
Ladder leader Haven won by four sets against Horsham Lawn O’Connor.
Lawn Gold 3-28 d Central Park 3-26; Natimuk Blue 5-34 d Horsham Lawn Green 1-19; Homers 5-35 d Natimuk Yellow 1-25.
Section 1 Boys: Natimuk 5-35 d Haven 1-12; Central Park 4-31 d Quantong 2-25.
Section 1 Girls: Horsham Lawn 6-36 d Homers 0-19; Haven Red 4-28 d Haven Purple 2-25.
Section 2 Boys: Horsham Lawn White 4-29 d Horsham Lawn Green 2-28; Central Park 6-36 d Homers Red 0-9; Homers White 5-34 d Haven 1-22.
Section 2 Girls: Haven 6-36 d Homers 0-11; Horsham Lawn Gold 5-34 d Horsham Lawn Green 1-14; Central Park 3-31 d Horsham Lawn White 3-27.
Section 3 Boys: Horsham Lawn Gold 5-33 d Haven 1-14; Horsham Lawn Green 4-29 d Horsham Lawn White 2-29.
Section 3 Girls: Horsham Lawn Gold 6-36 d Natimuk
Opportunities keep coming for Volleyball Horsham academy member Paige Hemley, with an invitation extended to the talented junior to attend a selection camp for the under-16 Australian team to compete in the Asian Women’s Volleyball Championships in China in June.
Hemley, who turned 15 last week, was excited and surprised to receive the invite.
“I never thought an opportunity like this would ever come my way, but after attending the Oz Camp in December, and enjoying being in such an elite environment, I will give myself every chance to improve over the next eight weeks in readiness for the camp,” she said.
Academy girls’ coach Tamikah Dockrill was excited to hear the news.
“We all noticed just how much Paige had improved when she returned to training last week after attending the Oz Camp, so we’ll make sure Paige gets all the attention she needs to be in a position to impress come April,” she said.
Hemley has given herself every opportunity to continue with her development by playing and training as often as she can across the course of this season.
“I play with my friends in B Grade
on Monday nights, then my school and academy teams on Wednesday nights in A Reserve and women’s competitions,” she said.
“This will give me a chance to play in multiple positions to broaden my options. I’m also going to trial for the Phantoms on Saturday, to see how I go there.”
Hemley will attend the camp in the first week of the April school holidays and will know by the end of the month if she has been selected.
Junior foundation
Volleyball Horsham recognises how hard it is to participate with costs across the board escalating postCOVID-19 restrictions.
To assist all juniors and their families to continue to enjoy what volleyball has to offer, a foundation has been
established where applications can be made for grants to assist with the cost of participation.
It does not matter where a junior is on their volleyball pathway – starting out or well entrenched – all applications will be considered.
People can visit website www. volleyballhorsham.com.au and click on the link to apply. Applications are open until the end of this month.
Final call
Entries close tonight for the association’s summer season, with good numbers rolling in.
A Grade, A Reserve and women’s competitions start on Wednesday next week, with B Grade, C Grade and junior competitions starting on Monday, February 27.
There is still a need for more ju-
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Sporting clubs can access support for initiatives that increase participation for women and girls.
Community Sport Minister Ros Spence said applications for the 2022-23 round of the ‘Change Our Game Community Activation Grants Program’ were now open.
Grants of up to $10,000 are available to eligible clubs and community groups across the state to help them create more opportunities for women and girls at the grassroots level.
Now in its sixth year, the program has funded activations and events at more than 350 organisations statewide.
nior teams and individuals to play.
People can contact info@volley ballhorsham.com.au to enter teams or for further details.
Phantoms trial
Phantoms Volleyball Club will host its second trial on Saturday for interested individuals wanting to play state league this season.
Twenty-eight males and 26 females attended the first trial in Bendigo, with coaches impressed with the talent on display.
More athletes are expected to attend Saturday’s trials — especially those from Horsham and Mildura.
The trials get underway at 11am for women and girls, with men and boys to follow at 1pm. Trials will be at St Brigid’s College Stadium in Horsham.
One such initiative was at Birchip-Watchem Netball Club – which used its grant to host an umpire and coaching session to boost participation in netball and reward volunteers.
President Kylie Walsh said the club prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming organisation embracing members of all abilities, nationalities and sexual orientations.
“Living rurally, opportunities to upskill and be inspired by specialist coaches and umpires is unique,” she said.
“Bringing outside specialist coaches into the club has helped to inspire and give confidence to our players both on and off the court, improving the club’s participation and engagement.”
People wanting more information can go to changeourgame.vic.gov.au
Noradjuha-Toolondo is looking at an outright victory against Rupanyup-Minyip, who were all out for 22 runs in the first innings of Horsham Cricket Association A Grade action.
The Bullants’ Matt Combe, 8-11, delivered devasting blows to the Blue Panthers’ batting order, and is set to repeat his performance with 1-18 heading into day two.
The Bullants batted first and were all out for 200, with solid performances from Troy Dumesny, 46, Shane Oakley, 44, and Josh Beddison, 36.
Damiano Boddi, 6-42, was a standout for Rupanyup-Minyip.
The first innings was finished for the Blue Panthers in 10 overs, with Jamie Byrne, 13, the only batter to make double digits.
In the second innings, Byrne opened and with 17 not out will start play again on Saturday at the crease with Lachlan Weidemann.
Jung Tigers are creeping towards West Wimmera Warriors’ 103 first innings score and need six runs on Saturday to win.
Tigers’ Angus Adams, 5-12, was the biggest threat to the Warriors’ batters and was supported by Levi Mock, 2-18.
Bradley Alexander, 38, opened strongly, but wickets fell in quick
succession after he was caught out by Simon Mock.
The Tigers’ batting was more consistent and at the end of day one were 5-97. Simon Mock is 32 not out and will return to the pitch with Tyler Puls, 6, not out.
West Wimmera Warriors’ Jeremy Weeks, 2-17, will need to continue to work quickly to secure enough time to defeat the Tigers in the second innings.
In B Grade action, Colts have set Lubeck-Murtoa a 192-run target, with Josh Colbert’s 59 a real boost for the side.
Lubeck-Murtoa’s Nic Ballagh, 4-46, and Oscar Gawith, 2-18, were difficult bowlers for Colts to face.
Blackheath-Dimboola declared at 5-154 with Daniel Polack, 75, a standout.
Jung Tigers’ Amrit BK took 2-8 in an impressive display. The Tigers made 6-69 with Prabath Bandara, 32.
Blackheath-Dimboola’s Brenden Marrs took 3-6 and Daniel Collins took 2-7 to severely restrict the Tigers.
Horsham Saints finished day one against Rupanyup-Minyip all out for 149.
Saints’ Gary Davidson steered the batting with 57. The Blue Panthers’ Leigh Funcke, 3-27, and Gavin Young, 2-14, were strong bowlers.
After 60 overs, the Bullants were 6-128 and have set that target for
Laharum. Ben Anson anchored the innings with 54 runs. Max Bunworth, 3-22, presented the biggest challenge for Bullants’ batters.
This week: Day two of two-day cricket in A and B grade –
A Grade: Noradjuha-Toolondo v Rupanyup-Minyip, Horsham City Oval; West Wimmera Warriors v Jung Tigers, Davis Park, Nhill; Homers, bye.
B Grade: Rupanyup-Minyip v Horsham Saints, Minyip Recreation Reserve; Noradjuha-Toolondo v Laharum, Noradjuha Recreation Reserve; Blackheath-Dimboola v Jung Tigers, Dimboola Recreation Reserve; Colts v Lubeck-Murtoa, Dudley Cornell Park, Horsham.
C Grade: Quantong v Colts, Natimuk Recreation Reserve; Blackheath-Dimboola v Jung Tigers, Dimboola Recreation Reserve; Homers v West Wimmera Warriors, Sunnyside Recreation Reserve; Laharum v Natimuk, Cameron Oval, Laharum; Lubeck-Murtoa v Horsham Saints, Lubeck Recreation Reserve.
Last week: Day one of two-day cricket in A and B grades –
A Grade: Noradjuha-Toolondo 220 (T. Dumesny 46, S. Oakley 44, J. Beddison 36, D. Boddi 6-42) v Rupanyup-Minyip 9-22 (M. Combe 8-11 and 1-20); West Wimmera Warriors 103 (B. Alexander 38, A. Adams 5-12, L. Mock 2-18) v Jung Tigers 5-97 (S.
Mock 32, J. Weeks 2-17, N. Alexander
2-41).
B Grade: Blackheath-Dimboola
5-154 (D. Polack 75, S. Leith 58, A.
BK 2-8) v Jung Tigers 9-69 (P. Ban-
dara 32, B. Marrs 3-6, D. Collins 2-7,
E. Braithwaite 2-18, A. Laverty 2-20);
Colts 10-192 (J. Colbert 59, L. Miller
26, N. Ballagh 4-46, O. Gawith 2-18)
v Lubeck-Murtoa; Rupanyup-Minyip
v Horsham Saints 149 (G. Davidson
57, B. Sawyer 34, L. Funcke 3-27,
G. Young 2-14, C. Midgley 2-18);
Noradjuha-Toolondo 6-128 (B. Anson
54, M. Bunworth 3-22) v Laharum.
C Grade: Laharum 6-148 (T. March
50, J. Hutchinson 32, J. Munn 2-22)
d Natimuk 7-143 (J. Schmidt 53, T.
Noradjuha-Toolondo’s Matt Combe holes out for 19 against Rupanyup-Minyip at Horsham City Oval. He later starred with the ball.
Coutts 25, D. Scollary 2-8); Horsham Saints 5-131 (R. Kirkwood 50, M. Downer 2-10) d Lubeck-Murtoa 9-127 (D. Schultz 27, B. Sleep 5-14); Quantong 3-109 (P. Brand 39, T. Brand 26, J. Crooks 2-35) d Colts 100 (L. Dixon 26, S. Jose 3-10, M. Wilson 2-4, A. Vague 2-10); Homers 5-61 (L. Millar 28, G. Treverton 2-6, J. Gurry 2-7) d West Wimmera Warriors 59 (A. Dickinson 25, P. Drummond 3-3, J. Officer 2-1, B. Salter 2-6); Blackheath-Dimboola 9-239 (J. Barry 60, S. Glover 37, L. Hutchinson 32, F. Marklew 2-26, Z. Knight 2-29, J. Joseph 2-33) d Jung Tigers 189 (J. Walsgott 60, Z. Knight 28, I. Schorback 6-30, A. Clark 2-19, D. Paech 2-30).
Pomonal forfeited its chances of a top-ofthe-table finish on Saturday when it fell to St Andrews in Grampians Cricket Association A Grade action.
The Tigers batted first, dismissed for 105. Tigers wickets fell to Tom Mills, 5-14.
The Saints continued their impressive form, scoring 3-115 in just 18 overs. Best of the Saints batters was Jack Ganley with 32.
The win enables the Saints to leapfrog the Tigers into second spot, and with a favorable draw, should maintain that position.
Chalambar could only manage nine players against SwiftsGreat Western on Saturday, who batted first and took advantage of the fielding gaps to record a mammoth 7-332.
Helping themselves to easy runs were Sam Cocks with 100 retired, and Tom Fitzgerald recorded his first association century with 116.
In reply, the Combine ripped through Chally in 16 overs for 42 runs.
Jayden McCartney was best of the Combine bowlers with 3-8.
B Grade matches went as predicted.
Halls Gap, 6-228, featuring Josh Reid with 102, not out, and Charlie McIntosh, 44, defeated Halls Gap 2, 10-116.
Riley Reid, with 29, was the best batter and Gappers’ bowling was led by Clinton Slorach with 3-18.
At Moyston, RhymneyMoyston fell to the Combine, 85 to 3-90.
Notable contributions were Swifts-Great Western’s Travis Nicholson, 57 not out, and Jack Harney 3-9, and for RhymneyMoyston Trevor Quick’s 26.
A Grade matches this weekend will see RhymneyMoyston take on Pomonal at Moyston and Chalambar play St Andrews at Alexandra Oval, Ararat. Swifts-Great Western has the bye.
In B Grade, Swifts-Great Western will meet Halls Gap at Great Western and Halls Gap2 will play Rhymney-Moyston at Halls Gap.
The principal match this weekend is the B Grade encounter between Swifts-Great Western and Halls Gap, which will determine the top team heading into finals.
At the moment, Halls Gap
is three points ahead. A loss will see the Combine overtake Halls Gap, however a win will see them one-and-a-half games in front with just two rounds to play.
The Gappers have won the past two encounters thanks to winning contributions from Charlie McIntosh.
Combine bowlers Tom Robinson, Gary Ranton, Austin Squire and Jacob Dunn will be keen to claim his wicket. Similarly, the Gappers will be anxious that Travis Nicholson, Dunn and Craig Marrow do not settle in.
The other B Grade match will see Gappers2 or Rhymney-Moyston have a chance to notch a win prior to finals, A Grade games look to be straight forward with neither Pomonal nor St Andrews likely to drop a game at this point in the season.
Rhymney-Moyston and Chalambar will be going all out for fourth spot on the ladder, so both the Saints and the Tigers will have to work for their win.
The Stawell Girls Strikers continued their winning run by defeating Horsham Hurricanes 1-135 – Chloe Molony, 68 not out – to 0-94 on Sunday.
Dimboola and Horsham Golf will go head-tohead this Saturday in Wimmera Bowls division-one weekend pennant for a place in the grand final against Horsham City.
Horsham City defeated Dimboola during the weekend’s semi-finals to secure a grand final berth, while Horsham Golf defeated Sunnyside to progress to the preliminary final.
In division-two weekend pennant, Horsham City will play Natimuk in the preliminary final for a chance to progress to the grand final against Nhill.
In division-three weekend pennant, Sunnyside and Nhill will compete for a chance against Horsham City for the premiership.
The weekend pennant grand finals for all
divisions will be on February 25 with divisions one and three to play Horsham City Bowling Club and division two at Nhill Bowling Club. The midweek division-one and two pennant preliminary finals are on Monday.
In division-one, Sunnyside will compete against Dimboola for a grand final spot. Horsham City secured the first grand final position.
In division-two, Sunnyside will play against Goroke-Edenhope, while Serviceton has progressed to the grand final and will wait until Monday to discover its competitor.
The midweek pennant grand finals for both divisions will be on February 27, with division-one at Horsham City Bowling Club and division-two at Serviceton Bowling Club.
Wimmera basketballers have won league recognition for their individual 2022-23 Country Basketball League south-west conference seasons.
Horsham Lady Hornets pair Caitlin Story and Ema Iredell won selection in the league’s south-west conference women’s All Star Five team — a collative conference-wide team.
Story also won south-west conference women’s defensive player of the year, while Iredell finished the season as the south-west conference women’s top-scorer with 224 points.
Ararat Redbacks men’s captain Zac Dunmore and Horsham Hornets’ Austin McKenzie won selection in the south-west conference men’s All Star Five team, while Hornet Cody Bryan was men’s defensive player of the year.
Dunmore also won his second prestigious south-west conference most valuable player award for his leading 479-point season.
Story said it was ‘huge’ to be recognised as the conference’s best defensive female player. She said earning selection alongside Iredell among the conference’s top-five players was ‘great’ for Horsham basketball.
“My role in the team changed this season. I have been with the Hornets for a while now and had always played as a big, inside player. This
season I was given permission to play the outside a bit more and shoot the ball,” she said.
“I still pride myself on my defensive attributes, though, on my rebounds and my split-line defence. I prefer to do my work in defence rather than offence where I can help my teammates out. I pride myself on not being beaten by my direct opponent.”
She said while it had been a disappointing season for the Lady Hornets in 2022-23, after the side missed finals, to have two representatives in the all-star team was acknowledgment of the squad’s potential. Story said
she expected the entire team to return to the court in 2023-24 — its younger players another season older and more experienced.
“We had a few young players come into the team this season, alongside our core older players, and it felt great to be a leader for the younger girls coming through the system,” she said.
“I can’t see any of us going anywhere next season and with some more development work with our younger players, hopefully the entire team will step up again when we return.”
RECOGNITION: Horsham Hornet Austin McKenzie, left, and Ararat Redback Zac Dunmore, were both included in the Country Basketball League south-west conference men’s all-star team for their 2022-23 season efforts. Dunmore was also the conference’s leading point scorer.
Placing
Location: Pomonal, Closing date: February 21, 2023
Requirements:
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with a reliable attitude
• Be able to work in a busy team environment under time constraints
• Good personal hygiene and free from skin allergies to foods and detergents
• Willingness to commit to work and study
For more information contact Daryl Eastwell on 0407 364 654
Location: Horsham, Closing date: February 21, 2023
Requirements:
• Aptitude for working with computers and figures
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Willingness to commit to work and study
• Ability to lift 20 kg products and a strong interest in Agriculture
For more information contact Daryl Eastwell on 0407 364 654.
Location: Horsham, Closing date: February 21, 2023
Requirements:
• Genuine interest or prior experience in heavy mechanics
• Drivers Licence
• Police Check
• Prior qualified Light Vehicle Mechanics encouraged to apply
For more information contact Chris Barber on 0427 346 655.
Farm Hand Location: Natimuk, Closing date: ASAP
Skills & experience:
• Agricultural knowledge or large machine experience
• Attention to instructions
• Responsible approach and attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Able to meet physical requirements
• Honest an reliable character
• Ability to learn the farm equipment
To discuss this opportunity further, contact Nathan Keel on 0408 109 324
To
Location: Nhill, Closing date: February 21, 2023
Requirements:
• Enjoy practical and manual activities
• Able to cope with the physical demands of the job
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Evidence of COVID 19 certificates may be required
For more information contact Chris Barber on 0427 346 655.
Service Technician - Mobility Aid
Equipment
Location: Horsham, Closing date: ASAP
Requirements:
• Carrying out repairs, servicing and reporting on healthcare equipment
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
• Providing technical support to the Sales Team
• Job Security
• Ongoing extensive training and coaching provided
• Great work culture & Supportive Team Environment To discuss this opportunity further, contact Nathan Keel on 0408 109 324
SHARP: Josh Fiegert scored 13 points in the Ararat Redbacks’ grand final loss to Mt Gambier Lakers on Saturday.
Country Basketball League south-west men conference minor premier Ararat Redbacks has fallen short of a premiership victory.
After not fielding a side for the 2021-22 season, the Redbacks returned with a powerful side and had a solid season performance.
After an almost flawless season, the Redbacks finished the home-and-away season in good stead and comfortably won their semi-final against Millicent Magic.
Coming up against Mt Gambier Lakers, who had been the Redbacks’ biggest challenge all year, the Ararat side had a tough final quarter in the grand final at Warrnambool on Saturday and lost 77 to 91.
Scores at half-time were 40 points apiece.
Ararat captain Zac Dunmore was the game’s high scorer with 23 points. Joshua Fiegert, with 13 points, and Ethan Fiegert, 14, were also strong for the Redbacks.
Kyle Tipene, 22, was a standout for Mt Gam-
Horsham basketball export Mitch Creek has added to his long list of accolades after winning recognition for his performance during the 2022-23 National Basketball League, NBL, season.
The South East Melbourne Phoenix player was selected in the All-NBL First Team at the Andrew Gazeman MVP awards ceremony last week with 45 votes.
Creek also polled 80 votes for the Most Valuable Player award, placing third to Perth Wildcat Bryce Cotton, 96 votes, and winner Sydney Kings’ Xavier Cooks, 120 votes.
Creek notched 300 NBL games at the end of 2022. He debuted for Phoenix in 2019 as the first player to sign with the club, after eight seasons with Adelaide 36ers.
Creek averaged 23.45 points, seven rebounds and 2.86 assist points per game this season.
Phoenix’s season ended on Thursday when they lost to Perth Wildcats, 99-106, in the play-in qualifier.
Phoenix had a led all game but a 41-point final term from the Wildcats saw Phoenix’s finals hopes crumble.
Creek scored 24 points for the game, with four rebounds and three assists.
bier, while Shaun Lock, 17, Kane de Wit, 18, and Simon Berkefeld, 15, combined well on the court.
Another even third quarter meant it was anyone’s game going into the fourth term.
Lakers found a renewed energy and their twopoint margin at the beginning of the quarter jumped to a 14-point margin by the final whistle.
A close game was a fitting end to the season for the two teams, who both won 13 games each during the season and had strong semi-final wins.
Earlier in the season, the Redbacks lost to the Lakers, 91 to 87, in round seven and defeated them, 110 to 84, in round 10.
Horsham Hornets men’s season came to an end the week prior when they lost a semi-final to the Lakers.
The Horsham Hornets women’s team finished fifth and did not progress to finals. The women’s competition premiers were Millicent Magic, who defeated the Lakers, 64 to 45, at the weekend.
Wimmera Veteran Golfers Association marked the first event of the year with a combined day out at Warracknabeal Golf Club.
Wimmera Ladies Veteran Golfers joined the association’s golfers for the first time on Monday last week.
There were 71 golfers on the course for the day.
In the men’s competition, the A Grade winner was David Lanyon with 37 points and David Baker was runner-up with 36 points.
B Grade winner was Graeme Moncrieff with 34 points and runner-up was Ferdi Masiero with 34 points.
C Grade winner was Peter Scott with 37 points and runner-up was Denis Hutchinson with 36 points.
The ball run down was Rob Porter, 35 points; Bill Hutchinson, 34 points; Greg Proud, Anthony Jones, Ross Barnett, Brian Scott and Ron Dodds, 33 points; Wayne McDonald, 32 points; and Ian Hair, Ian Yole, Trevor Yole, Ross Warrick, Stan Ryan, Rex Konig, Ian Moorehead, Roy Liersch, Steve Harris, Elston Arnold and Max Burns, 31 points.
Nearest-the-pins were Mike Brown on the fifth, Greg Proud on the seventh, Rob Boyd on the 13th and David Baker on the second and ninth.
The next game is at Nhill Golf Club and will be combined with the Wimmera Ladies Veteran Golfers on February 20 with 9am registration for 9.30am hit-off. New members welcome.
