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IMAGINATION COMES TO LIFE: Kaniva Puppet Shop owner Julie Finch is looking forward to reopening her store next week after temporarily shutting up shop amid the coronavirus pandemic. Miss Finch owns a unique business, featuring ‘every type of puppet you can think of’. “I don’t know of any other shop in Australia that sells what I sell,” she said. Miss Finch opened the puppet shop in 2017 after ‘retiring’ to Kaniva. She is pictured with two of her favourite puppets, Pinocchio and a 1960s-era Tintookie marionette. Story, page 15. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Protein powers on P

BY DEAN LAWSON

roduction of revolutionary high-grade plant-based protein powder in Horsham is on schedule to start in July.

A Carine Street hub in Horsham South is a hive of construction and installation activity as teams ready the site for the commissioning of the $20-million manufacturing enterprise. When fully operational, an Australian Plant Proteins factory will operate 24 hours a day, processing tonnes of raw material to meet pressing national and international demand. Expectations are that the project will

quickly expand from a $20-million to $40-million endeavour. As well as piecing together major plant and connections in Horsham Enterprise Estate, the company has started advertising for initial on-floor staff members to get production underway. These will include a range of shift team leaders and production assistants who will have the job of learning all the facets involved in processing Wimmera-grown faba beans into plant-protein powder. The company has already hired experienced food-product specialists Rod and Christa Lingham from Rupanyup’s Lingham Foods as quality-

assurance managers. The Linghams have been an integral part of research and development into the proteinpowder project. Australian Plant Proteins operations general manager Peter LeLievre said initial shipments of Wimmera protein powder were already earmarked for market, primarily in Australia. He said a first-stage market for the powder was other Australian food manufacturers keen to add value to their products with high-quality Australian-sourced material. “There is very strong demand. We have a first order in for locally grown faba beans that will come to us de-

hulled and split ready for processing,” he said. “The initial market for the first six months of production is basically about import replacement. “We will then look to meeting a growing international demand, principally from the United States and the United Kingdom. “We have patented new technology which provides the venture with significant competitive advantage.” Mr LeLievre said expectations were the impact from COVID-19 restrictions on production and export would be minimal. “It’s been coming along well. Build-

ing site manager Mark Purdy has done a great job implementing all the recommended COVID-19 building-site requirements and ensuring a very safe environment – so it’s full steam ahead. We’re not expecting any disruption to the commissioning stage,” he said. Mr LeLievre added the company had planned significant and continual expansion. “When fully operational, the company expects to have a staff of about 25, but we have considerable growth plans,” he said. Continued page 3

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Push for rail-scheme extension H

orsham municipal leaders desperate to see Wimmera Intermodal Freight Terminal realise its potential are urging the State Government to continue a road-torail freight subsidisation scheme.

Horsham Rural City Council believes a Mode Shift Incentive Scheme, MSIS, which subsidises transport operators to use rail, is critically important for the terminal’s survival and success. State funding for the program expires on June 30.

Horsham Rural City Council has been a long-time advocate of the MSIS and leaders believe the scheme should continue until at least June 30, 2022. Horsham mayor Mark Radford wrote to Ports and Freight Minister Melissa Horne this week to stress the scheme’s importance to the Dooen terminal. “It is vitally important to several regional intermodal operators including Wimmera Container Line,” he said. “Now that the release date for the

“A single 1800-metre, doublestacked train carries the equivalent load of 108 B-double semi-trailers on a single journey”

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Victorian Budget is after June 30, our council stresses the importance of the continuation of the MSIS.” Cr Radford said Horsham grain and hay exporter Johnson Asahi, which delivered about 70 containers a week

to Melbourne from the terminal, had shifted its transport program for the next three years from rail to road. He said this had occurred because of uncertainty surrounding the subsidy scheme. “This example underlines the need to make rail transport affordable for our exporters,” Cr Radford said. He said the transport of containerised exports by rail, instead of by road where practical, benefited society in many ways. “The scheme has been very success-

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Protein power From page 1 “In the next 12 months, with an expected expansion of a second line of production at the Carine Street site, it will mean a doubling of overall production and a need for more staff,” Mr LeLievre said. He said apart from protein powder, there were also markets for fibre and starch by-products, which rated as highly prized sources of stock-feed carbohydrate. Australian Plant Proteins is a subsidiary of Australian agricultural investment firm EAT Group. Company spokesman Phil McFarlane, who grew up on a family farm at Brim, has also confirmed that demand for high-quality plant-based protein had primed the venture for up to a $130-million expansion through a ‘super-centre’ factory on a greenfield site within the next three years. Mr McFarlane added while it was full steam ahead for the Horsham project, Australian Plant Proteins had yet to decide where in Australia, let alone Victoria, it would base a new factory. He said much depended on State Government interest and support. • Editorial, page 6.

Art is... launch The launch of Horsham’s revamped 2020 Art is… festival will be via a virtual Zoom gathering at 6pm on Friday. People can pre-register for the launch via a link on the Art is… website, www.artiswimmera.com/ festival-program-launch-night. Organisers have changed the 25th annual festival in the wake of COVID-19 restrictions to an online program of events. The festival was previously Art is… Unexpected, but is now called Art is… Still happening. Instead of a 10day event, the online festival program will run throughout winter.

ful over many years to encourage the transfer of freight from road to rail, reducing congestion and improving safety for all road users,” he said. “Over long distances, trains burn less fuel and carry far higher volumes than road transport. “A single 1800-metre, doublestacked train carries the equivalent load of 108 B-double semi-trailers on a single journey. “The beneficiaries of this scheme go far beyond the intermodal terminal operators.”

ABLAZE: Firefighters direct water into a fire at Horsham’s Victoria Hotel. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Hotel fire starts in laundry A fire that started from a laundry dryer about 11pm on Monday has caused extensive damage to Horsham’s Victoria Hotel on Dimboola Road, opposite May Park. The fire heavily impacted the building’s laundry, kitchen, main dining room, Mill Room function area and beer garden. A rear part of the building also collapsed. Estimates are repair costs will be up to $400,000. Horsham Fire Brigade captain John St Clair said the fire had engulfed

the kitchen area and flames were coming out of the hotel roof when firefighters arrived in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Firefighters searched the hotel and rescued an occupant and his dog from the building. No one was seriously injured. “One man was treated by paramedics for smoke inhalation at the scene,” Mr St Clair said. Crews stopped the spread of the fire inside the building and brought it under control by 1.06am, saving the main structure, including a

two-storey front section, from being engulfed in the blaze. Because the fire had made its way into the roof of the hotel, firefighting efforts included a specialist truck travelling from Ballarat to help control the blaze. Several Country Fire Authority brigade units were involved and police blocked Dimboola Road, part of the Western Highway, during firefighting efforts. A CFA and police investigation determined the fire started from the clothes dryer.

Horsham will keep its Target store, with Ararat’s Target Country set to become a Kmart by mid-2021 under a major shake-up of Wesfarmersowned assets. Wesfarmers last week announced a restructure of its Kmart Group – which includes Kmart, Target and catch.com.au networks – following the first phase of a Target review. Wesfarmers managing director Rob Scott said the review identified several actions to ‘accelerate the growth of Kmart and address the unsustainable financial performance of Target’. These actions include converting suitable Target and Target Country stores to Kmart stores, and closing 10 to 25 large-format Target stores and the remaining 50 small-format Targets. Target Australia managing director Marina Joanou, in a business update on target.com.au, said the majority of changes would happen next year. The website confirms the closure of 10 Victorian Target stores along with 13 to be converted to Kmart, including Target Country Ararat, which business leaders expect to happen in early to mid 2021. There are no changes listed for Horsham Target, which opened in Horsham Gateway Centre in 2013, replacing a Target Country in Firebrace Street. The rural city also features a Kmart in adjacent Horsham Plaza. Mr Scott said a reduced Target store network would complement increased investment in Kmart Group’s digital capabilities, following continued strong growth in online sales. He said an expansion of the group’s digital offer would ‘provide customers with access to the Kmart and Target products they love, together with more than two million products from the Catch marketplace, via home delivery or click and collect’.

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Unlocking potential for renewables T

BY DYLAN DE JONG

he outcome of a German renewable energy company’s large-scale wind-farm proposal in the Wimmera is ‘nearly completely dependent’ on upgrades to western Victoria’s grid infrastructure.

BayWa r.e. is in the planning phase for a 50-turbine wind-farm project at Jung, north of Horsham. Attracted to western Victoria for its ‘enormous potential’ for generating green energy, the company has already built and is planning several more wind and solar farms in the Wimmera-Mallee. The company is in early phases of constructing a two-turbine wind farm at Diapur, near Nhill – with a capacity of 10.2 megawatts, MW, capable of powering up to 6000 houses. Diapur will be the company’s second two-turbine project in the Wimmera following the commissioning of its Yawong wind farm, near St Arnaud, in late 2018. The company has a permit to build

a 10MW solar farm and another two-turbine wind farm at Jung, to follow the commissioning of the Diapur turbines, expected in early 2021. Leading on from these smaller projects, BayWa r.e. plans to ramp up negotiations for its 50-turbine wind farm at Jung. But BayWa r.e. projects Australia managing director David Shapero stressed further investment into grid infrastructure was imperative for the company’s investment in its larger project. “The early planning and planning approvals is in process now and an application will go to government soon,” he said. “But it nearly completely depends on grid availability. At the moment the grid is pretty full in that area, so it doesn’t allow for new projects to get built.” Mr Shapero said the grid’s limited capacity also played a big part in the company’s decision to invest in smaller projects such as at Diapur.

“For a place like Nhill, there’s only enough space in the grid for that much energy – we just look to fit in where we can,” he said. “With the smaller electrical lines running around rural areas, you can often fit a couple of turbines into that line without too much extra work.” One of the company’s larger projects, a 112MW solar farm at Karadoc, near Mildura, was among five renewable energy projects in northern Victoria and southern New South Wales to face output cutbacks and connection delays as regulator Australian Energy Market Operator, AEMO, urgently worked to fix an overloaded grid. Up until April, the solar farm was forced to operate at half capacity from September last year and the company’s sister solar farm at Yatpool, nearing completion, was laying idle. The company is among many major renewable energy investors in the region restricted to the limitations of rural and regional western Victoria’s 220KV transmission system.

Mr Shapero said it would be up to the Federal Government to ‘streamline the process’ to allow private investors to upgrade the grid. “The market is well primed to produce reliable efficient energy at the cheapest cost,” he said. “Western Victoria has enormous potential – there’s potential for far greater renewable energy out there. “However, it is fully dependant on governments and regulators. “There’s enormous amounts of capital ready to invest in new grid, it doesn’t require government money. “There is private money ready to be invested, they just need it approved. “It would allow a resurgence in activity and unlock the future of carbon-free energy and bring us back in line and to catch up with the rest of the world. “The Victorian Government is quite focused on trying to unlock the grid to enable greater amounts of renewable energy, but it’s the Federal Government that needs to champi-

Invitation to join virtual community run Aboriginal co-operative Goolum Goolum is encouraging Wimmera people to join in a virtual fun-run this weekend to highlight the importance of staying connected through COVID-19. The group is joining a virtual event called ‘RunRona’, where organisers expect thousands of people across Australia to run or walk five, 10, 21.1 or 42.2 kilometres to raise money for health-promotion programs in Aboriginal communities. Organisers are encouraging participants to run or walk at their own pace and to share their experience through social media with tags #gomob and #runrona. Goolum Goolum health and wellbeing programs manager Dean O’Loughlin said the idea was to take advantage of a national refocus on physical health through COVID-19 restrictions. “We have members of our community telling us they were getting out and about more than they ever had before to stay active. We wanted to springboard off that energy and give people focus and recognition of what they’re doing,” he said. “We thought this would be the perfect way to do an event that brings people together, separately. “To get out on country is a big one for us too – it’s very important for the

READY TO RUN: Goolum Goolum Aboriginal Co-operative’s Tanisha Lovett and Dalki Wutchie the goanna promote this weekend’s ‘RonaRun’ virtual fun-run. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER Aboriginal community to be connected to their country. “It’s also a great way to focus people to get out of the house and enjoy the fresh air and our beautiful surroundings. This also coincides with World No-Tobacco Day.” Mr O’Loughlin said despite physical distancing, Goolum Goolum support services were still accessible. “We want to be relevant and present in today’s community and this is a

perfect opportunity to remind people that we’re here for them, we’re contactable and we can still be together even though we have to be separated through regulations,” he said. Victorian organisation Clothing the Gap is working with regional partners to present the virtual fun-run, which also coincides with National Reconciliation Week. Mr O’Loughlin said all money raised through ‘RunRona’ would go

to Aboriginal health promotion service Spark Health Australia. People can register for the run or walk at website clothingthegap.com. au/pages/run-rona. They can also track the run or walk on STRAVA app by joining a STRAVA Run Rona club www. strava.com/clubs/CTGActive. Goolum Goolum also plans to run a similar event for NAIDOC Week. – Dylan De Jong

on the streamlining of the process.” Mr Shapero said now would be an ideal time to invest, while governments were heavily investing in infrastructure projects to stimulate a crippled economy amid the fallout of COVID-19. “It’s an obvious way to create economic activity, which of course creates new jobs at a time when we need it more than ever,” he said. “During construction there’s a lot of local people who end up getting employed.” He said the money given to farmers as part of the leasing arrangements to build the projects on their land was proven to boost regional economies. “The farmers are paid a significant rental which translates to spending in the area and generally translates to better employment in the area,” he said. “We’ve found in the past, when a farmer gets that extra income, they tend to then employ more people within their operations, so it has some flow-on effect.”

Emission-free opportunities Development leaders are confident a new renewable-energy blueprint for much of western Victoria will increase the Wimmera-Mallee’s ability to gain a competitive edge across the state. Wimmera Development Association chief executive Chris Sounness said a Roadmap to Zero Emissions for the Grampians Region, R2Z, would enhance the region’s ability ‘to do business’ into the future. He said R2Z, released by Grampians New Energy Taskforce, GNET, provided a clear picture of what energy projects would have ‘the biggest bang for buck’, while at the same time ticked landscape-scale environmental boxes. “Importantly R2Z is about setting in place a zero-emissions pathway that makes sense for the region – financially, socially and environmentally,” Mr Sounness said. “Much work has gone into this and it really does show how we can lower our emissions in a way that allows our region to thrive and grow. “It’s about moving along a pathway to turn opportunities into reality. We’ve spoken a lot about the potential of using renewable energy and how our region fits in perfectly with the scenario. This roadmap supports where we want to go in the region and highlights ways our regional priorities can come alive.”

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We need to keep an eye on the ball W

e desperately hope the State Government remains tuned in to major growth opportunities unfolding across Victoria, in particular multi-million-dollar development projects in the regions.

To say Victoria should be desperate to not only identify but also support where possible all profound growth opportunities, especially in a ‘new’ go-to agricultural sector, would be an understatement. All state governments would be in the same boat – scanning the inboxes, the files, the contacts and the networks for projects, private and public, that would provide oomph to socio-eco-

nomic recovery. But we couldn’t help but fear that Spring Street, while understandably preoccupied with COVID-19, might end up being guilty of considerable negligence if it fails to take notice of its regional people on the ground and act quickly. Australian Plant Proteins is using patented technology to develop high-value protein powder from pulse crops for a $20-million to $130-million export project. It has established what is set to become a $40-million base in Horsham based on a business case developed in the region and ready access to necessary raw primary Wimmera product. But its leaders have more than hinted

EDITORIAL By Dean Lawson

that doing business with Victoria is far from embracing or encouraging and as a result they have now broadened their next-stage expansion considerations to include other broadacre-farming states. We have to ask whether the State Government, through regional development and agriculture leadership,

has left all stones unturned in working to keep this expansion in Victoria. This is serious and goes well beyond the old ‘the state stops at Ballarat’ rhetoric. We’re talking about a new Australian international export business, ticking all the boxes from regional development to state health and prosperity and ready to supply a hungry market nationally and beyond – a market immune from China trade complications. The State Government is perhaps rightfully getting the benefit of the doubt for all sorts of positioning during the COVID-19 crisis. It’s undoubtedly been tough to get

formulas right. But it would be unforgivable if Victoria and regional Victoria were to lose the lion’s share of this Wimmera-born project because of slap-on-the-back ambivalence in Melbourne. It is far from the time to be asleep at the wheel and we don’t need to get a sense from large-scale private agricultural enterprise that it is getting too hard to get any love in Victoria. Jumping at shadows? Maybe, maybe not. We appeal to whoever has the most appropriate level of clout to get on the phone and make some calls.

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Reconciliation week screening

orsham Town Hall will show an outdoor screening of the film Marngrook as part of National Reconciliation Week.

National Reconciliation Week, starting today and running until June 3, is for all Australians to learn about shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how everyone can contribute to understanding and acceptance. The theme for 2020 is In This Together – an appropriate catchcry given the COVID-19 pandemic. While COVID-19 restrictions will limit the customary public events, Horsham Rural City Council and project partners Wimmera Primary Care Partnership and Federation University are committed to continuing a reconciliation conversation in 2020. The projection of the Marngrook film, along with the development of a double-page reconciliation poster in The Weekly Advertiser, are two methods organisers are using to keep National Reconciliation Week in the spotlight. Marngrook, written by Titta Seacombe, was created in collaboration with Goolum Goolum Aboriginal Co-operative last year as part of a National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee, NAIDOC, Week exhibition. It is based on the notion of how Australian rules football developed from ‘Marngrook’, a ball game played by Aboriginal people in northwest Victoria more than 150 years ago. The film’s story takes place at the foot of Duwul, the highest mountain in the Grampians and the traditional country of the Djab-Wurrung and Jardwadjali clans. When central character Wawi notices the

children only have old toys to play with, he goes for a walk to see what he can find. Marngrook will show every day during the week between 5am and 7am and 6pm and 10pm. The best position people can view the five-minute film, which will be on a continual loop, is on Pynsent Street in Horsham, where the community must adhere to social-distancing regulations. Barengi Gadjin Land Council has endorsed the Marngrook projection and Goolum Goolum will promote the production. The posters, published today, will give people the chance to trace one of their hands in the centre of the page and write or draw a message about what reconciliation means to them before displaying it in a window. Before displaying the poster, project organisers have invited the public to share a photo with them – to be emailed to council@hrcc. vic.gov.au – so Horsham Rural City Council can present the posters in a unified way to the community. Horsham mayor Mark Radford said it was important to continue to highlight the significance of National Reconciliation Week through the pandemic restrictions. “Walking together, with events during reconciliation week, is an important part of the council’s commitment to improve understanding and positive change, both within our organisation and in the Wimmera community,” he said. People seeking more information about National Reconciliation Week can visit website www.reconciliation.org.au/nationalreconciliation-week. • Poster, pages 36 and 37.

CELEBRATING CARERS: Wimmera Palliative Care team members, from left, Catherine Finlay, Maire Coffey, Sharyn Cook, Jennifer Ellis, Sharyn Meyer and Nicole Miller.

Palliative care an ever-changing role Wimmera Health Care Group leaders are encouraging people to spark important conversations about the benefits of quality palliative care while celebrating palliative-care workers. National Palliative Care Week started on Monday and this year’s theme is ‘Palliative care… it’s more than you think’. Palliative-care workers help people with life-limiting illnesses to live as well as possible, for as long as possible, supporting their physical, emotional, spiritual and social needs. Wimmera Palliative Care services Hindmarsh, Horsham, West Wimmera and Yarriambiack municipalities, covering 37,000 square kilometres. The community palliativecare service supports patients at home, in aged-care centres and while in hospital.

The team includes Wimmera Health Care Group nurse practitioner Maire Coffey and registered nurses Jenny Ellis, Sharyn Meyer, Zoe Frew, Jody Membrey and Catherine Finlay. Ms Coffey said the team had altered its service delivery in line with COVID-19 restrictions. “We’ve been unable to review patients in other facilities or hospitals and only through urgent visits at home,” she said. “To do this we have had the benefit of Sharyn Cook and Nicole Miller joining our team to ensure we can still support as many people as possible.” The Wimmera Palliative Care team works with a patient’s doctors, nurses and allied health care team to provide care. Members can also co-ordinate specialist consultation for pa-

tients with the palliative-care doctors and nurse practitioners from Grampians Regional Palliative Care Team. Mrs Meyer said team members were using National Palliative Care Week to reflect on the ever-changing role they fulfilled while caring for their community. “We are often humbled by the privilege we have when families open up their lives and allow us to be involved at such a personal and challenging time,” she said. “We find ourselves constantly amazed at the resilience of patients, families and carers as they navigate through one of the most difficult times in their lives. “We hope people will consider palliative care being not only about death, but living as well as you can with a terminal illness.”

STAYING SAFE KEEPS US TOGETHER Thank You Victoria. While some restrictions have eased, limiting our movement everyday means everything. It means we slow the spread of the virus. If we keep working from home and we limit the number of us moving around, we can keep kicking a footy in the park.

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VIRTUAL HOLIDAY: Halls Gap Lakeside Tourist Park owner Josephina McDonald, left, shows Brianna Delfs how to use the Grampians Treasure Hunt app. People can use the app to take a ‘Grampians Virtual Holiday’ to be in the running for a ‘real deal’ holiday at the park. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

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BY SARAH MATTHEWS

Halls Gap tourism operator has launched an interactive ‘treasure hunt’ in the Grampians to engage families throughout the coronavirus pandemic and encourage visitation once travel restrictions are lifted. Halls Gap Lakeside Tourist Park owner Josephina McDonald developed a GPS-based application, Grampians Treasure Hunt, with a company in Iceland 12 months ago, enabling participants to explore the Grampians in a ‘gamified, yet tailored way’. With COVID-19 virtually shutting down the tourism industry, Mrs McDonald decided to adapt her app, partnering with several Halls Gap attractions to create a Grampians Virtual Holiday game. The game is free to play and participants can go in the draw to win a ‘real deal’ Grampians holiday valued at $1000. Mrs McDonald said she was excited to bring the beauty of the Grampians to families who had been unable to experience the region due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. “The Grampians Virtual Holiday includes engaging activities that are designed to entertain and educate kids about the region,” she said. “It’s already had a lot of traction and I’ve had a lot of positive feedback. “I’ve had some people who had never heard of the Grampians before say that once we reopen they will come and stay with me. “The app has got a lot of potential.” Mrs McDonald said the new Grampians Virtual Holiday included activities such as a downloadable word search, cubby house building, riddles to solve, arts and crafts, camping-themed charades, smores games and more. “When COVID-19 started I still wanted to be able to communicate with my customers and beyond, so I made it so the game was triggered by touch rather than GPS,” she said. “Once each activity and puzzle is completed, it will unlock a letter of a code word. Once the word has been decoded, participants can enter to win the ‘real deal’ holiday.” The holiday includes a cabin or glamping stay at Halls Gap Lakeside Tourist Park, a Halls Gap Zoo animal encounter, a meal at Halls Gap Hotel and a Coola’s Ice Creamery voucher. “There are also monthly and weekly prizes to be won,” Mrs McDonald said. “Even though they are starting to lift restrictions, people can still play at home. It’s a nice thing to do at any time, particularly for young families.” Mrs McDonald said she decided to develop the app to offer ‘something extra’ to her customers. “I’m from the Netherlands and everyone in the Netherlands is extremely competitive,” she said. “A lot of people are into interactive games. Wednesday, May 27, 2020

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Mrs McDonald said she and her husband Rohan had been doing their best to remain positive throughout the pandemic, by using their time to further upgrade the park. “We bought Lakeside eight years ago and since day one we have made the park a little better,” she said. “We were able to borrow a massive chunk of money to stay afloat during these unpredicted times, which has been exciting because we can use staff to do those projects we didn’t have time to finish previously.” The McDonalds are renovating amenities blocks and an office, reviewing the park’s organisational structure and tidying up garden areas. They have welcomed the State Government’s decision to allow overnight stays from June 1. “We will be able to have people stay in our cabins and glamping tents, as well as self-contained accommodation including caravans,” Mrs McDonald said. “We won’t be able to open communal facilities and there will be restrictions for the swimming pools. “It’s exciting and it will be good for people’s mental health to be allowed out and about again. “We will be glad to see some happy faces in the region but everyone does need to stick to the rules to prevent the spread of COVID-19.” Mrs McDonald said the Victoria Tourism Industry Council was developing a set of protocols for businesses preparing to resume operations. “We will have very clear instructions about how we deal with staff and guests, cleaning of the cabins and other operational matters,” she said. “All guests will receive an information sheet about what they can expect and what is expected of them during their stay. “Keep in mind this is not all just about fun. While it is fantastic we are able to reopen, we need to be very careful.” People can visit hallsgaplakeside.com for more information or to book. The Grampians Treasure Hunt app is available on the website at hallsgaplakeside.com/ virtual-grampians-holiday/. Entries for the Real Deal Grampians Virtual Holiday close on July 31, with the winner announced on August 3.

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National Reconciliation Week: In This Together Horsham Town Hall screens Marngrook every day of National Reconciliation Week

Horsham Town Hall will show an outdoor screening of Indigenous Reconciliation Week (NRW). NRW, from 27 May to 3 June, is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how we can contribute to achieving reconciliation. The theme for NRW 2020 is In This Together – an apt catchcry given the Coronavirus pandemic. While the COVID-19 restrictions will limit the customary public events, Horsham Rural City Council and project partners Wimmera PCP and Federation University are committed to continuing the reconciliation conversation in 2020. The projection of the Marngrook video along with the development of a double-page reconciliation poster to appear in The Weekly Advertiser are two methods being used to keep NRW in the spotlight. Marngrook, written by Titta Seacombe, was created in collaboration with Goolum Goolum last year as part of a NAIDOC Week exhibition and it is

based on the notion of how Australian rules football developed from ‘Marngrook’, a ball game played by Aboriginal people in north west Victoria more than 150 years ago.

Prior to displaying the poster in your window we invite you to share a photo with us to be sent to council@hrcc.vic.gov.au so Council

of Duwul, the highest mountain in the Grampians and the traditional country of the Djab-Wurrung and Jardwadjali clans. When central character Wawi notices that the children only have old toys to play with, he goes for a walk to

Mayor Mark Radford said it was important to continue to highlight the Week through the current restrictions.

continual loop, is on Pynsent Street where the community can adhere to social distancing regulations. The Marngrook projection has been endorsed by Barengi Gadjin Land Council and the event will be promoted also through Goolum Goolum Aboriginal Co-operative. The reconciliation posters will give people the chance to trace one of their hands in the centre of the page and write or draw a message about what reconciliation means to them before displaying it in a window.

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“Walking together, with events during Reconciliation Week, is an important part of Council’s commitment to improve understanding and positive change, both within our organisation and in the Wimmera community,” Cr Radford said.

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Restrictions continue to ease June 22 is earmarked for the next easing stage of Victorian COVID-19 restrictions after the State Government introduced details of the latest sweep of changes. But the government will only further relax social-distancing rules on June 22 if community virus-transmission rates remain low and testing rates remain high. Expanded community activities and gatherings, overnight stays, camping and the reopening of more business and parkland facilities are part of the latest moves. Premier Daniel Andrews announced new guidelines at the weekend, switching a message from ‘stay home’ to ‘stay safe’. Some of the changes came into effect yesterday, with outdoor playgrounds, skateparks and outdoor communal gym equipment reopening in line with a return of face-to-face learning in schools. From 11.59pm on Sunday, Victorians will be able to have a total of 20 people in their homes. For a family of five, that means 15 visitors. Outdoor gatherings can also increase to 20.

Overnight stays can resume at private residences and accommodation providers and in camping grounds and caravan parks. Communal facilities such as kitchens or bathrooms at camp grounds remain closed. The government has also lifted attendance limits on significant ceremonies, with up to 20 people allowed at weddings – plus the celebrant and couple – and up to 50 people allowed at a funeral, in addition to people required to run the ceremony. Up to 20 will be allowed at other religious ceremonies, in addition to those required to perform the service. Libraries, youth centres and other community facilities will be able to open with no more than 20 people in a single area, plus people needed to operate the centres. This means Men’s Sheds and arts and crafts classes can resume. Also from 11:59pm on Sunday, entertainment and cultural venues such as galleries, museums, drive-in cinemas and historic sites will be able to open their doors, alongside zoos and outdoor amusement parks. Physical distancing and a limit of up to 20 pa-

trons per space will apply, with indoor venues required to keep customer contact details. Swimming pools will also open with limits of 20 people and additional safety requirements in place. Community sporting activities will also be allowed, with up to 20 people in undivided spaces, provided the sport is outdoors, non-competition, non-contact, and people involved can stay 1.5 metres apart. Restrictions on professional sport remain unchanged. Beauty and personal-care services such as nail salons, spas and tattoo parlours will be able to open with up to 20 customers per space – again, with businesses keeping customer contact details. Auctions and open for inspections will also be subject to the 20-person limit – plus people required to run the activity. Agents must keep contact details of everyone who attends. Non-food and drink-market stalls can also open from 11:59pm, Sunday. If the government is satisfied with circumstances on June 22, indoor fitness and recreation facilities would be able to reopen with up to 20 people

READY AND WAITING: Sassi senior beauty therapist Morgan Cross is excited the State Government will ease restrictions on beauty and personal-care services from Monday. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER per space and up to 10 people per group or activity at any one time. Up to 50 people would be permitted in restaurants, cafes, galleries and museums, and for the first time, cinemas and theatres. The state ski season would also open. The Wimmera, meanwhile, has recorded its first official active COVID-19 case for several weeks. Latest Department of Health and

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broad cross-section of people from “What’s happened during the pandemic across the Wimmera and southern Mal- has definitely changed how we do things lee will gather for a virtual roundtable and how we look at things as well” discussion next week as part of a statewide – David Jochinke probe into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. definitely changed how we do things and how The meeting is one of many across the state involving Victorian Regional Partnerships and coincides with the appointment of more than 40 Regional Development Australia members in five regional Victorian committees. RDA members will join in the roundtable discussions to help work towards aligning Victorian and national efforts across the three tiers of government. The State Government, confident regional communities were best placed to understand their own challenges and opportunities, established nine partnerships, including the Wimmera Southern Mallee, in 2016. Wimmera Southern Mallee partnership chairman David Jochinke said the roundtable discussion presented a good chance to explore the impact of the pandemic across the region. “It also provides an opportunity to explore not only how we can recover, but how we can recover to be in a stronger position than before,” he said. “What’s happened during the pandemic has

we look at things as well. Next week’s discussion will provide further insight.” Regional Development Minister Jaclyn Symes said the discussions would help the State Government identify unique challenges and opportunities in driving social and economic recovery. “Regional and rural communities are best placed to tell us how we can help stimulate their economies, bring visitors back to the region and strengthen local communities,” she said. “It’s tremendously beneficial to hear directly from regional leaders and these roundtables and the ongoing advice we will receive from our local communities will be critical as we move to the other side of the crisis.” Since its inception, Wimmera Southern Mallee regional partnership has explored and acted on socio-economic priorities such as a By Five program, aiming to improve health and education of the region’s children by the time they are five. More information about the regional partnerships is available online at rdv.vic.gov.au/ regional-partnerships.

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Preparations for second farm A

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new transformer at Murra Warra Wind Farm north of Horsham has raised renewed speculation that the second phase of the overall farm project might soon get underway.

But developer RES Australia has fallen short of confirming the arrival of the 135-tonne transformer is a green light for construction of another 58 wind turbines. Communications and stakeholder engagement manager Susan Findlay-Tickner said the transformer, which linked energy generated from the farm to the electricity network, was simply an important step towards the realisation of a second stage. She added that for a second phase to be in a position to go ahead there was a need for preparatory works and that was why the new transformer was now on site. “The expectation is that construction might start later in 2020, but this is far from confirmed,” she said. “Discussions regarding the second phase are progressing and like everyone else, we’re hoping for a positive outcome.” Work on the $247-million stage one of the wind farm, completed in January, involves 61 wind turbines that provide enough electricity to power the equivalent of 220,000 houses. RES Australia developed the farm’s first stage, owned by Partners Group. A Telstra-led consortium of energy users, including ANZ Bank, Coca-Cola Amatil and University of Melbourne, signed a power-purchase agreement for the stageone farm in 2017.

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The proposed second stage, also being developed by RES Australia, is independent from the first stage of the project, which means it must undergo its own set of private-investment processes and planning to get underway. A semi-trailer hauled the new transformer from Melbourne to Horsham and eventually Murra Warra via the Western and Henty highways. The load was considerably lighter than a stage-one transformer because of the absence of more than 60,000 litres of oil. If stage two of the farm becomes a reality, the overall site, rated among the richest broadacre dryland farming areas in Australia, will also be home to one of the nation’s largest wind-farm projects. The Murra Warra project, along with other renewable-energy farms either operational, under construction or in planning stages, has provided an example of a growing regional and primary industry. RES Australia provides development, construction and asset-management for wind, solar and power storage technologies.

FINISHED ASSET: Friends of Grampians Rail Trail treasurer and project initiator John Pye on a completed section of bridge.

Grampians Rail Trail leaders have shored up biosecurity for properties affected by the walking and cycling route thanks to support from Grampians Wimmera Mallee Water. Friends of Grampians Rail Trail treasurer John Pye said the trail – 18 years in the making – was now complete but would have become a ‘stranded asset’ without support from GWMWater. “Seeing value in the project to both the community and the environment, GWMWater assisted with licensing and a new boundary fence to separate the track from adjacent farming, providing biosecurity for the farmer and unimpeded access for cyclists and walkers,” he said. Mr Pye initiated the project, funded by Power cor, while teaching at Stawell Secondary College. From 2002 to 2010, more than 350 yearnine and VCAL, Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning, students constructed about 75 percent of the current trail, including four major bridges. Mr Pye said during the past 10 years, funding from Halls Gap Tourism Association and some flood recovery work enabled the rail trail to become a passable route. He said management and licensing remained a ‘road-block’ for many years until a community group, Friends of Grampians Rail Trail, took on the task. Mr Pye said through $70,000 of direct funding and countless volunteer hours, Grampians Rail Trail had become a $500,000 asset that would bring significant tourism and economic benefits to the region. “During the COVID-19 crisis the rail trail has become a safe and engaging exercise route for many in the area,” he said. Grampians Rail Trail starts at the outskirts of Stawell and follows Pleasant Creek through the Illawarra Fauna and Flora Reserve, a wetland and finishes at Mt Dryden Road. Quiet back roads link to Halls Gap via Mt Dryden Road, Fyans Creek Road and Red Gum Lease Track. Mr Pye said people involved in the project looked forward to an official opening in the future. He said people could access trail maps online at www.railtrails.org.au.

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Mitchells reflect on 50 years BY SARAH MATTHEWS

oroke’s Edwin Mitchell was looking for a career off the family farm when he bought the town’s newsagency in 1970.

Five decades later, Mitchells Newsagent is still going strong. Mr Mitchell, who runs the newsagency and takeaway food business with his wife, Glenys, said he was pleased to chalk up 50 years in the role. “It’s a big milestone,” he said. “I bought the store off a Mrs Bland, who had it for several years. “I’d been on the farm and was looking for something else to do. “We started off in a rented premises and then moved to another shop. This is our third shop, we bought it several years ago.” Mr Mitchell said he had experienced many changes throughout the past 50 years, including a dwindling of the region’s population. “It’s hard to believe all the changes to the town,” he said. “We’ve lost a lot of businesses throughout the years – from stock agents and banks, to the railways and a land department office. “As other small businesses closed, we’ve taken over some of their duties. There used to be a milk bar and a bakery, and we’ve added some of those things. We’ve become more of a mixed business.” Mr Mitchell said he loved the west Wimmera community and could not imagine living anywhere else. “I grew up in the district and went to school here,” he said. “I was happy to stay in the area. It’s a good community and a very positive community.

“I love interacting with customers – I’ve served three generations in my time.” Mr Mitchell said he was grateful to his customers, who made an effort to shop locally. “I have had loyal customers, who continue to buy items from the newsagent side of the business, whether it be newspapers, stationery or cards,” he said. “Mrs Bland once said to me the small sales are the little drips that help fill the bucket, and she’s right. “To most people, spending a few dollars here and there doesn’t mean much, but those continual small sales are important to us. “We are grateful for our ongoing support.” Mr Mitchell said he was also grateful for ongoing support from his wife, their daughters and other staff members throughout the years. “I love it, but is a very time-consuming job,” he said. “You’ve got to keep up with everything that’s going on. “Our daughters have all helped in the business along the way. “We have five daughters and, believe it or not, we have 10 grandsons, along with one grand-daughter.” Mr Mitchell said although many businesses were doing it tough throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, he looked forward to an increase in traffic once restrictions were lifted. “It’s a tough time at the moment,” he said. “But even though a lot of businesses have closed down, before the coronavirus we were getting more visitors than we had ever had.”

Mr Mitchell said the return of water to the region’s lakes after years of drought had brought travellers out in droves. “We had lots of caravanners in particular stopping on their way through,” he said. “Last winter was very busy and hopefully we will get a lot of travel-

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lers again once people are allowed to.” Mr Mitchell said he enjoyed keeping busy and had no plans to shut up shop. “It gives us something to do each day – gets you out of bed,” he said. “When I started, I never thought I’d be here 50 years later. “I don’t know where the time has gone.”

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TIME FLIES: Edwin and Glenys Mitchell are celebrating 50 years of Mitchells Newsagent servicing the Goroke district community. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

From 1 June 2020, food and community services will begin to resume, restrictions on some social gathering will be lifted and people may begin to return to their • workplaces. Here is a snapshot of some of the new regulations that will be in place: •

Restaurants and cafes will be able to have up to 20 seated patrons per enclosed space. Tables should be spaced at least 1.5m apart and venues are required to request contact details, first name and phone number, of every customer. Restrictions on other spaces in these venues – including public bars and gaming areas – will remain in place throughout June, as will restrictions on

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food courts. Libraries are permitted to open, with no more than 20 people allowed in each separate space, subject to the four square metre rule, in addition to library staff. Community facilities are permitted to open with no more than 20 people allowed in each separate space, subject to the four square metre rule, in addition to facility staff. Gatherings of up to 20 people in a home, including the members of the household, will be permitted. Up to 20 people can participate in outdoor group sport and exercise activities. Up to 20 people can use public playgrounds, outdoor gyms and skateparks. Indoor and outdoor swimming pools can be opened to a maximum of 20 patrons per separate enclosed space and a limit of 3 persons per lane in each pool. Employers should continue to provide flexible work arrangements and encourage their employees to work from home. Galleries, museums, national institutions and historic sites up to 20 customers allowed per separate space. Outdoor amusement parks, zoos and arcades, up to 20 customers allowed per separate space with additional restrictions, to ensure customers don’t gather in particular high use areas. Beauty therapy, tanning, waxing,

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Support for new centre Edenhope and District Community Centre is closer to completion after $333,000 in State Government funding. Regional Development Minister Jaclyn Symes announced the government would provide the money as part of a Regional Infrastructure Fund through Regional Development Victoria. West Wimmera mayor Bruce Meyer said the money would enable people to use the centre as an educational hub, business incubator, library, function space and community centre. “The money will go towards fit-out items such as a commercial kitchen, library shelves, telecommunication and audio-visual equipment, a stage and dance floor in the function room, retractable dividing walls, air-conditioning and a photovoltaic solar system,” he said. Cr Meyer said the money would make a ‘huge’ difference to the centre. “These fit-out items were things that we had always envisioned for this project and this funding ensures they will now become a reality,” he said. “The community centre will be an asset for Edenhope. “It will create a place for locals to gather and celebrate. “It will also bring many long-term health and wellbeing benefits to the broader West Wimmera community.” The project also received $700,000 from the Federal Government’s Drought Communities Program, and $600,000 from the State Government’s Living Libraries program. Edenhope community is continuing its money-raising efforts for the centre.

nail salons, spas, tattoo parlours and massage parlours can now open with up to 20 patrons. Places of worship can open for private worship or small religious ceremonies for up to 20 people in a single undivided indoor space. 20 people in addition to the celebrant and couple being married can attend a wedding and 50 people can attend a funeral in addition to the officiant and funeral staff.

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ulie Finch fell in love with the magic of puppetry at eight years of age and has spent much of her life inspiring people to embrace imaginative play.

Miss Finch grew up in the Adelaide Hills and made puppets as a hobby while forging a career in the tourism industry. Fifteen years ago, she made the leap from passion to business, starting Hahndorf Puppet Shop in the popular South Australian tourist village. Miss Finch was looking for a place to retire and through connections with friends, discovered Kaniva. “Eight years ago, I bought a cottage here because I loved it so much,” she said. “I love being part of a rural community, with open spaces and clear, fresh skies. “After I moved here four years ago, I figured I might as well buy a vacant shopfront and turn it into a puppet shop. “I bought the old newsagency, which has been a great building to adapt.” Miss Finch said despite plans to ‘retire’ she never really considered giving up her passion for puppets. “I live on my own, but I’ve always needed people around me,” she said. “I love making puppets come to life. I always knew I wanted to do something with puppetry and I didn’t want to give that up.” Kaniva Puppet Shop features ‘every type of puppet you can think of’, along with a small theatre, where Miss Finch puts on shows for school and aged-care groups. She also teaches children how to put on their own shows. “I love seeing kids with puppets, in particular,” Miss Finch said. “As soon as a puppet goes on someone’s hand, that person becomes a completely different character. “I think it’s fascinating to see how the puppet comes to life. “I just really enjoy imaginative play.” Miss Finch said the Kaniva district community had been extremely supportive of her venture. “They’ve backed me all the way along,” she said. “I get thank-yous all the time for having my business in the street.” Miss Finch said despite the support, she knew she could not rely on the community for survival. “I knew the locals wouldn’t be able to support a niche shop like mine so I knew I would be relying on passing trade,” she said.

COMING TO LIFE: Julie Finch will resume regular opening hours at Kaniva Puppet Shop next week after a brief hiatus during the coronavirus pandemic. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER “With my tourism background I knew that eventually, the tourists would come. That coaches would stop. And they did.” Kaniva’s main thoroughfare is on the Western Highway, the high-traffic route between Melbourne and Adelaide. With the South Australian border closed and travel restrictions in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19, times are tough for businesses relying on the tourist dollar. “Apart from the essential services, all the shops here in Kaniva rely on tourism,” Miss Finch said. “When I closed the shop at the end of March, I didn’t think I would sell much at all. I had an online shop but I didn’t really expect people to be buying puppets during this time.”

Puzzles popular

To Miss Finch’s surprise, the second side of her business took off. “When I opened the shop in Hahndorf, I knew I needed two strings to my bow, in case people who came in weren’t interested in puppets,” she said. “So I sold German Ravensberger puzzles, which are the best puzzles. “I have them in my Kaniva shop, too. And with people staying home because of the lockdown, I started to sell puzzles. “Puzzles are a great thing, especially for families to do together. “Each day I would come to the shop and package them up and post them off. I also

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had calls from tourists who had come into my shop previously, while passing through Kaniva, calling me to buy puzzles over the phone. “I was one of the lucky ones during this time.” Miss Finch said although puzzle sales had started to subside, she took positives from state governments starting to lift lockdown restrictions. She said she decided to reopen the store sporadically this week and would return to regular hours – 10am to 4pm, Tuesday to Saturday – from next week. Miss Finch will also run the first of several workshops today. “I knew I wouldn’t be that busy this week and I won’t be until the borders open again, so I thought it was a good time to run some workshops,” she said. “I usually do a Christmas wreath one, but this time I’m doing an Australian wreath that can be hung year-round. “I’ve already had 14 inquiries and I have two other workshops lined up. It’s great to have so much support. “It’s a very niche shop. I don’t know of any other shop in Australia that sells what I sell. “I love it here and I don’t want to do anything else now.” People can call Kaniva Puppet Shop on 0412 681 929 or message Kaniva Puppet Shop on Facebook for more information about the store, including workshops.

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After showing small signs of recovery at the previous week’s auctions the Australian wool market has suffered further losses this series. The national offering fell by 2,270 bales to 21,101 bales. Due to the small number of bales on offer, Sydney and Fremantle again only required one-day sales, Fremantle selling Tuesday and Sydney selling Wednesday. Melbourne opened proceedings on the first day and in early trade showed signs of further improvement. The price rises could not be maintained in all microns, with only the individual Micron Price Guides (MPGs) of 17.0 and 19.5 to 21.0 micron posting increases for the day. The rises in these MPGs was enough to push the AWEX Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) marginally higher, which gained 1 cent. Fremantle selling later in the day did not enjoy the same increases. The Fremantle MPGs fell across the board, with losses of 18 to 44 cents recorded. The softer tone evident in Fremantle toward the end of the first day, was realised in the Eastern centres when sales resumed on day two. The falls in the MPGs were between 8 and 64 cents, the losses in Sydney the most substantial of between 44 and 64 cents. On the back of the losses in the Sydney and Melbourne MPGs, the EMI dropped by 25 cents. The EMI recorded an overall loss of 24 cents for the series, closing at 1,155 cents. The crossbred offering was limited, what was available attracted strong competition, as a result all crossbred MPGs remained unchanged for the series. The lack of movement in the crossbred MPGs prevented a larger fall in the EMI. The oddments were also in short supply and attracted good support, pushing prices higher. This was reflected in the three merino carding indicators which added an average of 28 cents for the series. These gains also prevented a larger fall in the EMI.

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Money to be claimed GRAND PLANS: Matthew Harris and Dianne Cook, with their dog Madame Ci Ci, are celebrating a significant achievement in their plans to redevelop Willaura’s St Patrick’s Catholic Church. The couple bought the church in 2015 and plan to renovate the building to include living, gallery and community spaces. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Lifting spirits in Willaura BY SARAH MATTHEWS

hen Dianne Cook went to inspect a Willaura church on the market in 2015, she took one look and thought, ‘Too much work’.

She bought it anyway. Built circa 1910, St Patrick’s Catholic Church, in Ayrey Street, had served the Willaura district community for a century. But she had seen better days. “My Dad, who was with me at the time, said, ‘You couldn’t pay me to buy the church’,” Ms Cook said. “But something happened when Dad and I walked into the church – because we didn’t intend to buy it. “There was something about the way the sun filtered in through the windows, lighting up the whole building, that just did something to me. “It must have done something to Dad, too, because once the auction started, he was elbowing me to keep bidding.” After buying the church, Ms Cook and her husband Matthew Harris spent the best part of four years ‘searching high and low for the right highly skilled company to lift and restump the historic building’. “We had all these grand plans for the church, but it had continued to deterio-

rate because we couldn’t find anyone to fix it,” Ms Cook said. “We were at the stage where we were tempted to just walk away and let the building fall down. It was so difficult.” Ms Cook said in rural areas, tradesmen ‘willing and able’ to faithfully restore heritage buildings were few and far between. Then she discovered A and B Pope Relevelling, a small family business from Horsham. “Thanks to them, we witnessed a spectacular feat in just three days,” Ms Cook said. “Employing their state-of-the-art equipment, internal-external bracing and their years of seasoned experience meant there was no need to dig extensively underneath this historical building’s interior. “It also meant they didn’t have to pull up all of the magnificent wood flooring to get to the original stumps – the building was left fully intact.”

Positive future

Ms Cook said the tradesmen used innovative hydraulic lifters to raise the church almost six feet in about 15 minutes. “It is the biggest building they have ever lifted. But they not only lifted the church, they lifted the town’s spirits,” she said.

“They changed our lives and ensured our church’s future.” Ms Cook said the process was amazing to watch. “When the old lady was being raised you could hear her moan and groan like an old battleship,” she said. “We felt a true sense of relief, as if the weight was being lifted from our own shoulders. She would be saved, after all. It was really spectacular, when they sat it down on the stumps. “There was definitely a case of smiling-face ache all around that day and for the rest of the week.” Ms Cook said the lifting of the church was a source of entertainment for passers-by. “The whole community is excited, because the old building could have just been left to decay,” she said. “A lot of Willaura residents came for a look, curious to see what was happening. A lot of them stopped to express how happy they were for us and for the town. “Many of them said, ‘You know we were married in that church?’. There is a lot of history there.”

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The restumping was a significant step forward for the couple, who have grand plans for the building. Ms Cook said she and Mr Harris

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planned to renovate the church to create living quarters along with a gallery and community space. “We are creative and we want to help breathe life into the town,” she said. “We want to create a community asset. I want to have Gypsy caravans down the side and run art and women’s workshops. “I’m an artist and I want space to display my work as well as space for the community to be able to do creative things.” Ms Cook said producers of television show Grand Designs, which features unusual and often elaborate architectural homebuilding projects, were interested in the project, however pulled out over difficulties surrounding a potential heritage overlay on the church. She said while final design plans were still up in the air, she and Mr Harris planned to retain the building’s soul. “Once all the work is done, we are hoping to have a big opening celebration,” Ms Cook said. “Small towns are really struggling at the moment and I’d love to have something to energise the community. “I’m thinking along the lines of a ladies back-to-church day, where all the ladies have to bring a plate of food to enter – Willaura has the best cooks in the state.”

More than $200,000 in lost wages, rental bonds and share dividends is waiting to be claimed in the central Wimmera. Latest data shows the State Revenue Office has more than a million unclaimed entitlements across Victoria, ranging from as little as $20 to $994,994. In the central Wimmera, $207,000 is ready to be collected, including $5400 for a Glenorchy man – the biggest local entitlement – followed by $3000 each for another man and woman in the area. A Horsham man has 13 separate entitlements in his name, for a total of about $1700. Horsham district has 2008 individual entitlements registered for areas including Murtoa, $9152, Bungalally $1983, Natimuk $2642 and Haven $3117. The unclaimed money is made up of share dividends, salaries and wages, rents and bonds, debentures and interest, and proceeds from sales that people have not collected. After 12 months, the State Revenue Office holds the money. There is no time limit to claiming held money, which people can search for via sro.vic.gov.au/ unclaimedmoney.

‘Live’ calendar Ararat Live organisers are working on a new events calendar to coincide with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions. The not-for-profit music collective hosts original musicians from throughout Australia and overseas. Social-distancing rules and bans on public gatherings, designed to curb the spread of the coronavirus, have all but decimated the live music industry. Ararat Live usually runs gigs at least once a month. Organiser David Nicholson thanked the Ararat Live community for its ongoing support and encouragement during trying times. “It seemed pointless making any announcements until a clearer picture of how and when the COVID-19 restrictions would be lifted,” he said. “Now that there’s some sort of plan in place we will discuss all possibilities with the venue and the artists and get an outline and updated calendar out ASAP.” People can search Ararat Live on Facebook for updates or email araratlive@davidsmedia.com.au.

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HOPEFUL: Dimboola Boat and Water Ski Club’s Daniel Mibus and Darren Bone are hopeful the annual Peter Taylor Barefoot Water Ski Tournament and Night Jump will be on this year. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

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he cancellation of Dimboola’s worldclass barefoot water-skiing tournament earlier this year has prompted organisers to prepare for an even bigger event when it can finally go ahead.

Dimboola’s Peter Taylor Barefoot Water Ski Tournament and Night Jump event, which has a reputation as one of the biggest of its kind in Australia, was cancelled in early March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event attracts people from across the country to witness barefoot-skiing championships and spectacular twilight night jumping on the Wimmera River, with a festival atmosphere and fireworks display. This year, organisers expected the town of only 1700 people to more than double in size. Dimboola Boat and Water Ski Club and Barefoot SA collaborate to run the tournament, which generates an estimated $280,000 for the Dimboola economy each year. South African sensation Andre De Villers, renowned as one of the best barefoot-skiers in the world, and South Australian champion Ben Franks, were set to headline the event. Dimboola club president Darren Bone said although the committee was devastated to have to cancel, planning would continue for the event. “When COVID-19 gets knocked on the head, borders open up and other countries open up so we can get Andre in, we’ll run it,” he said. “Ten months of work went into our event, people don’t realise how much work we’ve done – we were just about on the doorstep of getting everything going.” Mr Bone said sponsorship from Wimmera businesses and a $5000 State Government commitment to help with advertising and promotion

would continue into planning the rescheduled event. “Every single sponsor has left their money in – we could have given the money back, but they didn’t want it back, they want us to run the event,” he said. “The general public and Wimmera people who put money in to sponsor this event is huge – they are the most valued asset we’ve got, apart from the river and the skiers putting on the show.”

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Mr Bone said the event was only growing in popularity with a reputation as one of the ‘best in the country’. “It’s a massive drawcard for the tiny, little, town of Dimboola. You get to see the superstars, the best in the world, at our little rowing club. There’s not many places you can travel to see that,” he said. “This is a premier event. Most barefoot tournaments people just sit on the banks and it’s all over by 4pm, that’s just when our night life starts kicking in. “We have an added incentive because we have fireworks, and it’s all free. It’s a big, spectacular show – the atmosphere is second to nothing. “If you’ve never witnessed this, I can guarantee you’ll walk away gobsmacked. The skiers go up to 14-feet high in the air and travel up to 28 metres in distance.” Mr Bone said although Australia’s borders were shut, De Villers was determined to make the event should it be rescheduled. “We’ve got to wait until all the border crossings open and we have wait and see how other countries are travelling,” he said. “Andre De Villers wants to come back – he’s absolutely brilliant. He was planning to do a flip off the top of the barefoot jump and then ski – the world’s never seen that before.”

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immera Health Care Group chief executive Catherine Morley has praised the community for its support during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Businesses, service groups and individuals from across the region have shown their appreciation for frontline health workers with gifts, donations, deeds and correspondence. Ms Morley said her team had been encouraged and appreciative of the generosity displayed by others. “The past few months have been the most challenging period and having devoted a lifetime to health care I can comfortably say there has been nothing like it before,” she said. “I’ve been very proud of our team because they have been amazingly resilient throughout and continue to be. “The support from the community has been a big help and it has told us all that everyone is behind us and appreciative that we are here for them.” The biggest support came from the Wimmera Health Care Group Ladies Auxiliary, which stepped in at the start with a $50,000 cheque. Auxiliary chair Denise Queale said her committee usually raised money for a specific item, such as a bariatric bed or a monitor. “When the pandemic started, we just decided to make a big donation and let the health service decide where the money could be best used,” she said. “As volunteers we were not going to be able to help physically, but we wanted to show as much support as possible.”

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WELCOME: Maintaining social distancing, Wimmera Health Care Group chief executive Catherine Morley, second from left, accepts a $50,000 cheque from Wimmera Health Care Group Ladies Auxiliary members, from left, Elaine Morrison, Denise Queale and Dianne Lewis. Mrs Queale said the pandemic had forced the cancellation of an annual fashion parade, which was regularly the auxiliary’s biggest money raiser. “The fashion parade was due to be staged in April, but we’ve had to pull the pin for now and hopefully we can run it later in the year,” she said. The health group used the auxiliary’s donation to buy three InteliVue patient monitors for the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit.

The devices are used to safely monitor critically ill patients and will be useful regardless of whether COVID-19 became prevalent. Ms Morley said many Wimmera businesses had offered goods and services to frontline health workers. “We’ve had the likes of Sheer Urbane Hair providing complimentary shampoos and styles, Domino’s giving free pizzas, several Horsham cafes distributing hundreds of coffee

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vouchers through Love Your Neighbour and beauty products donated by local distributors such as the Body Shop,” she said. “We’ve also had national companies like Optus offering free phone services to nurses and Thrifty providing free car rental. “It’s been overwhelming and I thank everyone who has contributed and shown their support.”

Council plan to hire staff Northern Grampians Shire Council will hire 26 new employees after securing funding under the State Government’s Working for Victoria fund. The new jobs will give unemployed people in the shire a chance to return to the workforce, whether they have lost jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic or been without work for some time. The council was successful in securing $1.1-million in funding, which will allow the organisation to keep new employees in work for at least six months. The project will focus on new jobs needed to provide critical services across the shire in response to the COVID-19 crisis. The new jobs will involve maintenance and enhancement of community facilities, administrative help to implement new systems for building services, pet registrations and community databases. Jobs will also involve undertaking an inventory of council assets, strategic communications to help information flow and positioning for tourism, accommodation and retail sectors, and business analysis to help policy writers gather and analyse data and information for tourism, accommodation and retail sectors. Northern Grampians mayor Murray Emerson said the activities would ensure the council could respond immediately to community needs during the pandemic and build business and consumer confidence. “This funding will be a great thing for both council and the community,” he said. “We’ll be able to help those in the community who have been hit hard by this pandemic and provide income and support to those who need it.” People keen to find out more and register interest can visit website www.vic. gov.au/workingforvictoria.

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community-support organisation operating in Ararat for 40 years is responding to increased food demand from people struggling to cope with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ararat Neighbourhood House has recorded about a 20 percent increase in requests for support through its food-hub services and is now helping between 250 and 300 people. It is dealing with 10 to 15 new inquiries a week and its volunteers have been operating at a hectic pace to cover requests. ACE Radio, through The Weekly Advertiser and radio stations 3WM and MIXX FM, has been quick to acknowledge circumstances. It has donated $5000 to help the service establish a large-capacity or cool room to store more food. Ararat Neighbourhood House manager Lou Makin said the increase in demand had coincided with the pandemic and while the Campbell Street centre was closed to the public. “We’ve had to change our operations because of COVID-19,” she said. “People would previously come to the house and select items from what we had themselves. But we’ve had to close our doors to the public and request people make appointments. “A team of volunteers have been busily pre-packing boxes of food and then handing them to people who have come for their appointments.” Mrs Makin said some of the house’s usual volunteers were, through health or age, in vulnerable COVID-19 categories and had become understandably unavailable to help meet the demand. “Those that have been left have been run off their feet. It’s a very busy time and we will always accept volunteers – we can always do with more.” Mrs Makin said people could volunteer by calling 5352 1551 or by reaching out to the house via social media.

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Student exams to start in November Thousands of Victorian senior school students will start examinations in early November, with results available toward the end of the year, following major interruptions to the school curriculum due to COVID-19. Education minister James Merlino announced Victorian Certificate of Education, VCE, exams would start on November 9, earlier than the government first expected when remote learning started in term two. The State Government expects the November date will give sufficient time for teachers and students to complete adjusted VCE unit-four learning and school-based

assessments and prepare for VCE examinations. “The announcement gives students, teachers and parents certainty in what has been a very disrupted year,” Mr Merlino said. “The revised dates mean students will get their results and an ATAR in 2020, giving them a clear pathway to further study or employment next year – and a break to celebrate the end of school.” Exams will be completed by December 2, allowing Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, ATAR, scores to be calculated and VCE and Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning, VCAL, students to get their

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Hindmarsh Shire Council mayor Rob Gersch said the transition from Wimmera Regional Library Corporation to a council-run model was evolving well. “With works well underway on the new Dimboola Library, July 2020 is looking like being a very exciting time for libraries within the shire,” he said. “The COVID-19 pandemic has created uncertainty and anxiety among our community, region and beyond, but at this stage we have come out of it relatively unscathed and the new construction at Dimboola and the establishment of new library services is providing a level of anticipation and confidence.” Hindmarsh Shire library co-ordinator Whitney Kingston said library leaders were working on providing a safe, efficient and convenient service. “New services are planned for Rainbow and Jeparit. Further details will be released in the near future,” she said. “Nhill Library will continue to provide Nhill and district residents with the same service they have become accustomed to.” Cr Gersch said it was exciting to be involved in creating a new library service that was unique, adaptive and individualised to the Hindmarsh community. “Hindmarsh Shire Libraries is your library service,” he said.

Hindmarsh Shire Libraries is a member of Libraries Victoria, formerly Swift Consortium. Ms Kingston said this meant customers would still be able to borrow from libraries across Victoria, including from Wimmera Regional Library Corporation branches. She said Hindmarsh Shire residents who were current cardholders of Wimmera Regional Library Corporation could keep their membership, change to Hindmarsh Shire Libraries or be members of both. “Hindmarsh Shire Libraries will have access to many of the e-resources our customers are already familiar with, but we are aiming to provide more tailored choices and broader selections to reflect the needs of the residents and communities in the shire,” she said. “Events such as school holiday activities – current COVID-19 situation allowing, story time sessions, authors and artists visits and workshops will also continue as they have in the past.” Cr Gersch said Hindmarsh Shire Libraries would provide a home service, have institutional memberships and work with regional schools and kindergartens to help create links to lifelong literacy and learning. “Hindmarsh Shire Libraries is committed to making the transition to the new library services as easy as possible and we welcome all residents and visitors to become members of your local library service,” he said. He said people could call corporate and community services director Monica Revell on 5391 4444 or email mrevell@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au for more information.

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riculture, which is poised to lead Australia’s recovery out of COVID-19. “This funding will improve the resilience and productive capacity of farms but will also have an immediate effect of stimulating local economies and bringing people together, when the time is right. “Locals know best and that’s why we’re supporting them in activities such as rolling out projects to improve soil health and demonstrating how new technology, such as drones, can help farming businesses.” Smart Farms Small Grants is part of the second phase of a National Landcare program, a $1.1-billion Federal Government commitment to natural-resource management. Minister Littleproud said successful recipients would re-

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n historically significant site on a Wimmera-Mallee share farm has become the focus of ‘vital’ environmental conservation work.

After a family committed more than five years to environmental recovery efforts, a nature reserve on the former site of iconic Australian producer, Bosisto’s, is now protected forever. Antwerp’s Inkster family bought the property in 2013 and has committed to permanently protecting a 20-hectare area along the Wimmera River, which runs through its broadacre cropping farm. The family partnered with environment protection agency Trust for Nature, volunteering to place a conservation covenant on their land, ensuring generational protection of their recovery work. When Tim and Ben Inkster jointly bought the 2700 hectares of agricultural land, they quickly started the recovery work on riparian corridors along the river. The family teamed up with Hindmarsh Landcare Network in 2015 and has since planted 10,000 plants including trees, understory and grasses and excluded livestock, aiding the recovery of grassy woodlands. Their work, coupled with a minor flood, has greatly increased the biodiversity of native plant and animal species in the area. The brothers highly value the land, where they had previously camped and fished in their youth. Ben’s partner Melanie Wallis also remembers a time she used to visit the site as a teenager. Ms Wallis said the land not only had environmental importance but also had sentimental value for the whole family. “When we bought the property, we were keen to conserve as much of the old-growth woodland as we could,” she said. “It’s always had a special place in our hearts – we used to go there as kids, camping, fishing and swimming.

PROUD: Tim Inkster stands on his family’s Antwerp property. The family has partnered with environment protection agency Trust for Nature, volunteering to place a conservation covenant on their land. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER The land is spectacular, right on the bank of the Wimmera River with red gums and black box trees.” Ms Wallis said she had noticed recovering riparian corridors had attracted more wildlife. “We certainly noticed a regeneration of wildlife when the understory came back,” she said. “There’s fairly abundant bird life – we see a lot of kookaburras, lizards, invertebrates, bearded dragons and snakes. “We know those riparian corridors are vital for animals to be able to move from one area to the other.” Ms Wallis said it was particularly important for her to include her children in the conservation work. “When you look at the big picture with the environment and things like global-warming – they feel really big and people generally put them in the ‘too hard’ basket,” she said. “But it actually starts with you and your kids and developing a better

relationship with nature and teaching your kids to appreciate it. “It’s something I’ve been passionate about since I was young, too.” Ms Wallis said she believed it was important businesses found a balance between environmental responsibilities and running a sustainable enterprise. “When you’re a business or industry, you look at how you reconcile those beliefs with being a profitable business,” she said. “I think the covenant was a no-brainer for us, that we would protect a very valuable piece of environment.” Trust for Nature Southwest Victoria area manager Adam Blake helped the family develop the conservation covenant. He said it was crucial for protection agencies to work with landowners to conserve remaining biodiversity and urged landowners to consider protecting bushland on their properties. “We encourage people to think

about the important legacy of protecting bushland,” he said. “Any landowner can make that commitment anywhere in Victoria, and assessments are no cost and no obligation. “The extent of clearing we’ve had in Victoria is great. Two thirds of the state and an even greater proportion of the Wimmera is private land. “Of that, there’s only a fraction that has conservation value and where we can protect biodiversity. “By protecting with a covenant, we absolutely prevent any future owner developing a site and removing important cultural and environmental values.” Mr Blake said loss and fragmentation of habitat in western Victoria across generations was pushing more animal and plant species to the brink of extinction. The work to protect the property is supported by the State Government.

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Northern Grampians Shire Council leaders are working on Stawell Town Plan: A Vision for the Future, designed to inform future development and investment. Mayor Murray Emerson said the plan would particularly focus on the town centre and Western Highway precinct to make Stawell ‘a better place to live, work, invest and visit’. He said guiding the preferred location, type and use of new development in Stawell was among the plan’s major priorities, as was accommodating population and economic growth for the next 20 to 30 years. The plan will also help guide a ‘first impression’ of Stawell, particularly when entering the township from the Western Highway-Seaby Street intersection. Council staff will start community consultation next month. Consultation will include a discussion paper-background report as well as a community survey. “We can’t wait to hear what the people of Stawell have in mind for their town,” Cr Emerson said. “This plan will be entirely informed by expert knowledge from

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our consultant partners and the community. “This is a plan that our residents can really take ownership of and help shape their town for future generations.” Council staff will work on the project in partnership with urban designer and planner Hansen Partnership, Tim Nott Economics and Martyn Group Transport Planning, gathering input from the community to build a thorough plan for the future of Stawell. Key considerations will include improvements to streets and roads for all transport modes, including walking and cycling; identifying opportunities for potential new public open spaces and community facilities; and ensuring the town is ready for long-term population growth. The council won funding for the project through the State Government’s Streamlining for Growth program and Federal Government’s Building for Better Regions Fund. People can visit www.ngshire.vic. gov.au/stawell-plan for more information about Stawell Town Plan: A Vision for the Future.

CHEERS: Kaniva’s Wendy and Murray Wills enjoy morning tea at home to celebrate National Volunteer Week. West Wimmera Shire Council celebrated its volunteers differently this year to observe COVID-19 socialdistancing rules. Council staff hosted a ‘virtual morning tea’ for volunteers on Thursday. Volunteers received a plate of morning tea from West Wimmera businesses to enjoy during the video call. Mayor Bruce Meyer congratulated the municipality’s tireless volunteers, who are ‘the backbone of any small community’. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Wannon push for tertiary students Member for Wannon Dan Tehan wants to boost his electorate’s economy by hosting more tertiary students on Federal Government scholarships. Mr Tehan has called on Wannon universities and Vocational Education and Training providers to apply for funding to offer Destination Australia scholarships through their institutions. He said Destination Australia scholarships would provide students up to $15,000 a year to study and live in Wannon. Mr Tehan said 250 additional schol-

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The investment, to support grassroots economies feeling the impact of COVID-19, comes as welcome news for councils working through annual budgets. Member for Mallee Anne Webster and Member for Wannon Dan Tehan said the package included a new $500-million Local Road and Community Infrastructure Program and the bringing forward of a $1.3-billion 2020-21 Financial Assistance Grant payment. The new program is based on the successful Roads to Recovery program and will open the door for municipal councils to provide priority projects, focusing on upgrades and maintenance to roads and community infrastructure. In a joint media announcement, Dr Webster and Mr Tehan said accelerating local infrastructure projects was important for supporting jobs and the Mallee electorate economy. “Every single job we support makes a huge difference in our local communities, now and as we navigate out of the coronavirus pandemic,” Dr Webster said. “Not only will this package support jobs, construction businesses and the economy across the Mallee, it will improve our roads and provide for new

Walsh getting back to his roots The broadacre farming land of the Wimmera-Mallee is worlds apart from musician Danny Walsh’s home among Melbourne’s city streets. But for the lead singer of band ‘Danny Walsh Banned’, the duality of growing up amid the Wimmera’s broadacre fields and later spending his early adulthood in the city is exactly what inspired his band’s latest album, ‘In the Wimmera’. The diverse six-piece is wellknown in Melbourne’s bars and clubs for its ‘rock ’n’ roll infused ’70s boogie’ backed with soulful ‘Australiana narratives’. Walsh, originally from Donald, describes the newest addition to the band’s repertoire as a ‘romanced notion about growing up in the area’. “It’s a reflection of living in the city for 20 years and still yearning for the area where I grew up,” he said. “There’s a lot of stories coming from that area which have fallen out into this album.” He said the nine tracks on the album strung together elements of the Wimmera’s awe-provoking landscapes, cleverly interwoven with Walsh’s recollections of his Donald upbringing. “It’s an insight about how I feel about the area, looking at it from the outside, from being away for so long,” he said. “It’s telling a bit of a homecoming story, but definitely reflecting on the wide open landscapes. One of the songs, ‘Pride of Erin’, with the lyrics ‘you don’t need a mountain to see a long way’ speaks to that – you can see for miles up there. “If you get those images from listening to the album, I think that’s a

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and upgraded amenities to help communities stay connected. “I will be working closely with our councils to make sure projects get under way to support jobs and businesses as soon as possible.” Municipal road projects under the program include, but are not limited to, constructing or improving bridges and tunnels, street lighting, and heavy-vehicle facilities such as rest areas. A broad range of community infrastructure projects will be eligible, including new or upgraded bicycle and walking paths, community facilities and picnic shelters and barbecue facilities at parks. All municipalities from the Pyrenees to the South Australian border have received more than $1-million each in the funding program. The largest allocation of $1,857,984 has gone to Northern Grampians Shire Council. Other allocations are: Horsham, $1,428,396; Ararat, $1,461,358; Yarriambiack, $1,322,974; West Wimmera, $1,528,011; Hindmarsh, $1,080,798; Buloke, $1,599,763; and Pyrenees, $1,394,921.

Musician Danny Walsh poses for the cover of ‘Danny Walsh Banned In the Wimmera’ pretty special thing.” Walsh said his aunties from Donald, Anne Walsh, Bernadette Clark and Joan Adams, better known as The Walsh Sisters, provided backing vocals for part of the album. He said his aunties played a big part in his musical journey. “It’s been a special thing to have them part of it as well. We had a big, extended family growing up and music has always been a big part of our lives out there,” he said. “My three aunties used to perform a lot around Donald. Bernadette taught me guitar in primary school, Anne taught piano to all of us cousins, and Joan was the music teacher at the high school.” The album artwork for ‘In the Wimmera’ is a photo taken by Walsh’s wife, Emma Peel, at a farming property in Litchfield, near Donald. The image features Walsh holding bandmate Leo ‘The Weed’ Tellefson’s 1970s ‘beat-up’ Italian

Farfiso keyboard in the middle of the field. “That was Leo’s old keyboard that he played in the ’70s and ’80s – he just played it until it was ruined,” Walsh laughed. “The photo with the broken keyboard hopefully speaks to the whole imagery of what the album conjures up in people’s minds – juxtaposed against the farming background.” The band played one of its last gigs at Banyena Hall, near Donald, right before COVID-19 restrictions started. Walsh said although the band would be unable to celebrate the album release with a tour, it planned to live-stream a performance on June 5. The band is also planning to create a music video for one of its songs. Walsh put the challenge out to people to submit a video of themselves dancing to one of the songs, which the band plans to use for its video. – Dylan De Jong

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immera Catchment Management Authority is asking Dunmunkle Creek community to provide input into a draft waterway action plan for the creek.

The CMA published the draft plan on its website last week for people to review. A feedback form is included online at www.wcma.vic.gov.au. The CMA is seeking feedback before June 5. Consultant Water Technology developed the draft plan after two community meetings in February. Wimmera CMA operational delivery manager Luke Austin said community input was critical to the success of the plan and he hoped people would contribute online. Mr Austin thanked the many contributors. “This plan makes recommendations on how the threats to Dunmunkle Creek can be best managed to protect the values of the creek,” he said. “It also includes longer-term priority management actions for the CMA and its partners. “Now that we have the draft plan ready, we are very keen to hear from people living near the creek and get further input on how to best manage this important waterway.” Dunmunkle Creek is a distrib-

“This plan makes recommendations on how the threats to Dunmunkle Creek can be best managed to protect the values of the creek”

– Luke Austin

utary of the Wimmera River and is a highly modified and channelised system. It gets natural flows through a breakout from the Wimmera River north-west of Glenorchy during times of high flow. The creek flows through Rupanyup and continues north into the southern Mallee. The study area of the action plan is from the Wimmera River near Glenorchy to Lawler Road, Boolite. Waterway action plans aim to identify the existing condition of a waterway and guide appropriate management actions to maintain and improve its condition. Action plans document values, such as remnant patches of native vegetation, recreational opportunities and agricultural uses. They also document threats, which could include bank erosion and weed infestations. Mr Austin said people could also phone Bryana Bissett at Wimmera CMA on 5382 1544 to provide input.

WORTHY WINNER: Margaret Mattiske, pictured in her Horsham West garden, is the city’s first ‘Over the Fence’ award winner. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Margaret shining ‘over the fence’ Horsham West’s Margaret Mattiske is Horsham’s first ‘Over the Fence’ award winner. Mrs Mattiske won the award after her neighbour Wendy Preece nominated her for the Horsham Rural City Council and Horsham Tidy Towns competition. Ms Preece said she nominated Mrs Mattiske after noting how she had continued to maintain and improve her property after the death of her hus-

band, Mark. “Margaret is an inspiration to all of her neighbours,” she said. Mrs Mattiske, in her 80s, keeps herself fit and healthy by working around the house. She undertakes all gardening work herself, including pruning, mowing, digging and repainting the verandah posts. She also recently rebuilt a stone path in her garden with new pavers. Horsham mayor Mark Radford pre-

sented the award to Mrs Mattiske, which included a letter of congratulations and a brass plaque for her letterbox. The Over the Fence award is designed to recognise people for the work they are doing to maintain and improve their properties during COVID-19 restrictions. Nominations are still open and more details are available on Horsham council website, www.hrcc.vic.gov.au.

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Tougher moving-car crash testing will be carried out by ANCAP from June

ustralian new vehicle crash testing protocols will be drastically increased this year when the latest European safety regime is adopted in June.

Car-makers must fall in line with a new test – a moving vehicle hitting a moving barrier – to retain or be eligible for a five-star safety rating, with the assessment set to include the use of the world’s most advanced crashtest dummy. The Australasian New Car Assessment Program, ANCAP, aligned itself with Euro NCAP testing procedures and protocols in 2018. It will introduce the new testing from next month, with the first new vehicle expected to be assessed in the closing weeks of June. ANCAP director Rhianne Robson

said the company was in complete alignment with Euro NCAP. “Any step change is a joint approach, so our protocols and policies are aligned,” she said. “We have common protocols between the Australasian market and the European market.” The new test is a frontal crash test involving a moving deformable barrier and a moving car, replacing the offset-deformable barrier test that Euro NCAP has used for the past 23 years. Euro NCAP said the new test not only evaluates the protection of occupants inside the car, but also assesses how the cars’ front-end structures contribute to injuries in the collision partner. New for the 2020 tests are the mobile barrier and a unique method to

rate vehicle compatibility. It also debuts the ‘THOR’ mid-sized male crash test dummy that is the most advanced frontal-impact dummy and relays head, neck and chest injuries. Euro NCAP said in a statement that side impacts account for the second highest frequency of death or serious injuries. “The latest updates to this area of the safety assessment include adjustments to the near-side barrier test speed and mass, increasing the severity of the test,” they said. “More significantly, Euro NCAP will, for the first time, evaluate farside impact protection, focusing on driver protection and the potential interaction between driver and front seat passenger. “With the latter test, the protection offered by new-to-market counter-

measures such as centre airbags can be adequately verified.” The new test will be applied for any vehicles rated from this year as ANCAP winds down its reviews of 2019 vehicles, most recently the secondgeneration Nissan Juke. “We have had a slow start for this year because of step changes from January and most brands put forward vehicles for testing from the latter part of last year,” Mrs Robson said. “The delayed testing program was then exacerbated by COVID-19.” Mrs Robson added some of the European test laboratories had not been testing because of the physical barriers in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. “We are expecting to see our first 2020 vehicles come out in late June,” she said.

“Some of the vehicles released this year have been to 2019 protocols mainly because these vehicles were released in Europe first, and so we have yet to see 2020 rated vehicles.” Despite the news from Euro NCAP, vehicle manufacturers would have been told about this new change about four or five years ago, while ANCAP published news of the impending changes in August last year. Mrs Robson said vehicle manufacturers were stepping up to the changing regulations of safety, which was shown in the five-star ratings that many continued to achieve. “Even though the stringency of our criteria is increasing, we are seeing vehicle brands responding and providing increased safety to the market,” she said. – Neil Dowling

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issan Australia has announced pricing and specification of its all-new, second-generation Juke small SUV, with the redesigned model touching down next month priced from $27,990 plus on-road costs for the entrylevel ST.

Based on the Alliance CMF-B platform, the new Juke has grown up compared with the outgoing version that first launched in 2010, now measuring 4210mm long, 1800mm wide and 1595mm tall. The expanded dimensions have seen luggage space increase from 354 litres to 422 litres, which can grow up to 1305 litres with the 60:40 split-fold rear seats stowed. While the previous generation Juke was offered with a choice of aspirated or turbocharged petrol engines, just one mill will underpin the new range – a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol three-cylinder unit producing 84kW-180Nm. Mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with paddle shifters, the three-cylinder engine drives the front wheels exclusively and comes with an official combined fuel consumption figure of 5.8 litres per 100km. The new engine is comparable in power to the outgoing model’s entrylevel 1.2-litre four-cylinder engine

The four-grade, new-generation Nissan Juke small SUV range is expected to arrive in Australia for a June launch. which produced 85kW-190Nm, while there is no match for the 140kW240Nm 1.6-litre turbo unit that underpinned the first generation Ti-S grades. With a platform that is claimed to be 13 percent stiffer and six percent lighter than the old one, the new Juke rides on MacPherson-strut front and torsion-beam rear suspension, while noise, vibration and harshness levels have also been improved through a range of measures. The Australian Juke line-up opens with the entry-grade ST, which is dis-

tinguishable from the outside by a rear spoiler, 17-inch alloy wheels, daytime running lights, auto LED headlights with high-beam assist and power-folding and heated door mirrors. Inside, it scores an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with voice recognition, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a 4.2-inch instrument cluster display and cloth seats with six-way driver and fourway passenger manual seat adjustment. On the safety front, standard kit includes autonomous emergency brak-

ing with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane departure warning with intervention function, rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning, blind spot warning, traffic sign recognition, intelligent driver alert, active speed limiter hill start assist, intelligent trace and ride control, rear parking sensors and a reversing camera. Stepping up to the $30,740 ST+ builds on the ST’s spec and adds LED foglights, satellite navigation, heated front seats and front parking sensors. Asking $33,940, the penultimate ST-L grade comes with 19-inch alloys,

7.0-inch instrument cluster display, six-speaker audio, electric parking brake, leather-accented steering wheel and shift knob, cloth-leather trim, rear USB port, three-level drive mode selector, ambient interior lighting, and new safety kit including moving object detection, adaptive cruise control and a surround-view monitor. Crowning the range at $36,490, the flagship Ti includes adaptive headlights, 19-inch Akari alloys, illuminated sill plates, quilted leather-Alcantara seat trim, Alcantara dashboard, knee pad and door panels, shark-fin antenna, eight-speaker Bose audio system and tyre pressure monitoring. Like other Nissans, the Juke is covered by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. Nissan Australia managing director Stephen Lester said the new Juke showed a raft of improvements over the outgoing model. “It’s bigger outside, more spacious and luxurious inside, and with its connected cabin and stirring driving dynamics, I’m confident the all-new Juke will once again reset the bar for small SUVs in Australia,” he said. Through the first four months of the year, the soon-to-be-replaced firstgeneration Juke has sold 88 units, down on the 192 it managed to the same point last year. – Robbie Wallis

Mercedes-Benz baby

ercedes-Benz Cars Australia has lobbed the pricing and specification details of its new baby GLB seven-seat SUV, with two of the three variants set to be offered already available for order.

Underpinned by the same platform as the A-Class hatch and sedan, BClass, CLA and GLA, the GLB is the biggest member of the brand’s ‘compact portfolio’ and the only one to offer seating for seven. Priced from $59,900 plus on-road costs, the GLB200 kicks off the lineup, powered by a turbocharged 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine developing 120kW and 250Nm, all of which is sent to the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Despite being the base model, the GLB200 boats a decent level of standard equipment including the now familiar side-by-side 10.25-inch digital screens, MBUX multimedia system, keyless go, electric tailgate, Artico upholstered Comfort seats, adaptive cruise control, smartphone mirroring, wireless charging, advanced satellite navigation, illuminated door sills, leather multi-function steering wheel, reversing camera, Comfort suspension, rain-sensing wipers, 19-inch alloy wheels and aluminium roof rails. Standard safety gear includes nine airbags, active parking assist with Parktronic, adaptive high beam assist, blind spot assist, traffic sign assist, active lane keep assist and active brake assist with semi-autonomous braking. – Callum Hunter

Mercedes-Benz has added a sixth option to its compact portfolio with the GLB seven-seater.

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(March 21 - April 20) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 5.6.3.2 Lotto Numbers: 5.12.23.36.34.4 People around you could be a source of aggravation and the best thing to do would be stay out of arguments if you possibly can. Some interest on the financial matters under considerations just now.

(July 23 - August 22) Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 4.9.6.1 Lotto Numbers: 4.15.29.36.37.8 You might not get the co-operation you were expecting and things might have to be changed a little in your work environment. Domestic matters could be a little on the heavy side also.

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(November 23 - December 20) Lucky Colour: Lilac Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 1.3.2.5 Lotto Numbers: 1.15.26.45.42.24 Some long-time relationships could be under review and this is the time to be very honest with yourself and discard the unnecessary. A problem could turn out to be much smaller than anticipated.

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(December 21 - January 19) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Thursday Racing Numbers: 4.6.3.2 Lotto Numbers: 4.12.35.36.39.8 You could need some new ideas and some new work partners, as the old ones do not seem to work so well anymore. Your love life could be suffering a little as your time is taken up with your work matters.

(April 21 - May 20) Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Friday Racing Numbers: 2.3.6.9 Lotto Numbers: 1.12.15.21.34.40 Best to agree on financial matters early in the piece so no problems have time to arise. Do some entertaining now and enjoy life a little. Contact from the past could turn out to be profitable.

(August 23 - September 23) Lucky Colour: Yellow Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 8.6.5.2 Lotto Numbers: 8.12.26.36.34.44 Business and pleasure might not mix very well during this period; it could give you some extra work all around. People from the past could come back into your life and create some problems.

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(January 20 - February 19) Lucky Colour: Violet Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 2.3.5.6 Lotto Numbers: 2.13.25.26.35.4 You should be able to enjoy yourself a little more now and give yourself time to do the things you like. Many will meet the most important person in their life and maybe make some long-term promises.

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(February 20 - March 20) Lucky Colour: Fawn Lucky Day: Saturday Racing Numbers: 1.3.2.5 Lotto Numbers: 1.12.26.36.34.45 You could be disappointed with the results of some meetings with friends and relatives, but later on the results could turn out to be better than you expected. Some fun should be happening soon in your neighbourhood.

(May 21 - June 21) Lucky Colour: Pink Lucky Day: Friday Racing Numbers: 1.3.6.2 Lotto Numbers: 1.12.26.39.5.33 Keep smiling and many problems will go away, some coworkers could cause problems for you if you let them. Not a good time to spend money, value of the purchase might not be there.

(September 24 - October 23) Lucky Colour: Cream Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 1.3.5.6 Lotto Numbers: 1.12.26.36.35.4 If you plan well most of your work should turn out well. Some things might have to be deferred or cancelled. Do not indulge in over eating or drinking as this could result in an illness or accident.

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(June 22 - July 22) Lucky Colour: Red Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 4.6.9.5 Lotto Numbers: 4.12.26.9.5.11 You could be looking at life through rose coloured glasses at the moment so do not get a shock when you take them off and find things a little different. People could give you a surprise that you will not forget.

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(October 24 - November 22) Lucky Colour: Orange Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 4.6.2.3 Lotto Numbers: 4.12.23.32.20.36 Make sure that everything you partake in is above board as there is deception around you during the next few weeks. Stay out of arguments with authority, as this is one you could not win.

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immera students are part of a statewide cohort returning to classrooms under the latest COVID-19 restriction guidelines.

All prep, grades one and two, special school, Victorian Certificate of Education and Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning students returned to classrooms yesterday. The rest of the student community, from years three to 10, will return on Tuesday, June 9. The Weekly Advertiser presents an education feature in this week’s edition to mark the occasion, which comes as welcome relief for school communities across the region.

• Left, Foundation students Brody Ball and Mercedes Bennett are in a hurry to get back to school at Horsham Primary School. Isabella Ball, Crystal Sanders and Nicole Bennett follow. Picutre: PAUL CARRACHER

STEAM centre fostering big ideas

t Brigid’s College leaders believe their new state-of-the-art educational centre will act as a one-stop shop to help students ‘grow their passions’.

The final phases of the Horsham school’s STEAM centre were completed earlier this month and students have already been making use of the facilities – albeit with strict physical distancing. The centre will collaborate and integrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematical, STEAM, subjects together in one building. Principal Peter Gutteridge said the centre was more than just a new building, but rather an environment that encouraged ‘critical thinking’ in students. Mr Gutteridge said the programs delivered through the all-in-one centre would help students to facilitate, design and innovate projects, while responding to real-life scenarios. “It’s all in one place, which is the wonderful thing – you can walk out of a design room and go into a science

room, straight into woodwork or into the IT room to do research,” he said. “What we’re finding is students need to have a whole range of skills and we’d like to think this building will give them those skills before they leave St Brigid’s. “We are enabling all the different types of skills including problem solving, creative thinking and manual handling – all these processes will take place in this building.” Mr Gutteridge said he hoped the centre would help students to become more independent learners. “They’re the skills children are going to need for their futures – the ability to problem solve, have creative and critical thinking,” he said. “Finding the best way to proceed with the challenge and not just accepting the first thing that comes along, but to explore and research is key.” The school has been able to lead small group classes within the building throughout COVID-19 under social-distancing measures. Mr Gutteridge said teachers reported students were thrilled with the new

experience and others still at home were excited to get into the new building. “The excitement of something new and having the ability to design something in their minds and go right through to a final production piece in the one building is what’s going to be really exciting for the students,” he said. “The building wasn’t too far off being ready last term – there’s that enthusiasm of wanting to get in there, but also thinking about what they can actually create in that building is really exciting.” Technology subjects to run in the centre include textiles, woodwork, visual communications, media, digital technology, performing arts, music and art. Other subjects that will access this space for projects include Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning, VCAL, and small business students. Year 11 and 12 students are expected to access the building this week, while years seven to 10 will join them on June 9.

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Investing in Horsham’s Future Never has it been more important for teachers, families and students to communicate with each other. That’s why Horsham College works in close collaboration with families and students to make sure our students get all the support they need. Kai Dodson (Yr 7): It’s been strange being at home, but I can’t wait to go back to school and see my friends Nicole Dodson: I really like that each family has been assigned a staff mentor to support us in addition to all the other communication with parents.

Elizabeth Parsons (Leading Teacher – Yr 9): I’m so impressed by how well our families are going with remote learning. I’ve never been prouder of our students.

Jorrdan, Emmy, Hannah and Lilly Weir have made schoolwork a family affair. Jorrdan Weir (Yr 12): The teachers have been amazing, continuously checking in on me to see how I am going, running WebEx sessions and supplying extension work when I want to challenge myself.

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n Ararat school’s focus on building personal character, resilience and maintaining a positive outlook is opening endless pathways for its students.

Marian College leaders acknowledge students will experience challenges at different times in their life and sometimes require additional support to find the positives ‘in the now’. This focus ties in succinctly with the college’s tailored programs that assist with student development and help them use success as motivation to excel even further. One family’s experience with the school led to a series of success stories beyond year 12. Brian and Mandi Hancock are the proud parents of four children who attended the college, who have since gone on to achieve big things. Mrs Hancock believes the strong bonds her children built with the school played a big part in mapping out their life achievements. Her eldest daughter Natasha Atkin-Smith was the first to start at the college, in 2005. Achieving strong academic results, Natasha found herself studying radiology at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, RMIT, before she stepped up to managing her own practice in Emerald, Queensland. Mrs Hancock’s two middle children, Sheridan and Cassandra, both achieved a high Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, ATAR, and are now

LIVING THEIR DREAM: Brian and Mandi Hancock with their children, all former students at Ararat’s Marian College, from left, Natasha Atkin-Smith, Cameron Hancock, Cassandra Hancock and Sheridan Hancock. working in their dream jobs. Cassandra studied Zoology at Deakin University and is now a mammal keeper at Ballarat Wildlife Park. Sheridan studied health science and physiology and is now working as a physiologist at a health service in North Melbourne. Mrs Hancock’s youngest child, Cameron, was the last of her four children to attend the college. He is studying engineering with a focus in mechatronics at Monash University.

Cameron made good use of the college’s science programs. In year 12 he took part in a National Youth Science Forum, NYSF, at the college and went back the year after as a student leader for the program. The college has a long-term relationship with the NYSF program, which has a proven link between students who display strong leadership qualities and achieve a successful ATAR score. Mrs Hancock said the college built

on interpersonal skills that helped them succeed. “The school laid down that foundation for the kids to go to university and strive for what they set out to achieve,” she said. “It’s been a fabulous school over the years, we certainly wouldn’t have gone anywhere else.” She said the school’s focus on wellbeing and student connectedness with teachers bolstered her children’s engagement with learning.

“The school always had really good leadership – the teachers were always really supportive,” she said. “The kids came out of Marian with a lot of self-esteem and confidence.” Mrs Hancock said the connection her family made with the college carried on even after her children graduated. “Certainly, in years 11 and 12 the teachers have a good rapport with the students,” she said. “Some of the teachers are still friends with our children now – even though we haven’t been there for a couple of years. “You might see a teacher in the street and they still inquire into how they’re doing.” In recent weeks the school has seen tremendous examples of resilience as its students faced the challenges of remote learning. Principal Carmel Barker said the college’s integrated learning and support programs such as its ‘Oak Program’ had gone a long way to reinforce positive learning outcomes. The school introduced the program in 2018. It provides students with an understanding of the important link between positive thinking about themselves, their world and others, and their approach to learning. “We know happy, positive students learn best,” Mrs Barker said. “Sometimes we can be so focused on the future that we forget to enjoy the present and the great achievements along the way.”

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The Wimmera’s first and only purpose-built STEAM Centre heralds a bright future for St Brigid’s College, its students and the Wimmera. With construction recently completed, the centre will be home to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics subjects that empower students to investigate our world and complete inquiry projects. This unique hands-on learning environment encourages creative thinking, problem solving and collaboration. Students will use knowledge they have gained in their years at our Horsham primary schools and junior years at St Brigid’s College, along with expert help from local industry to work on problems that surround them locally, nationally and globally.

We invite you to come to a College that delivers exceptional education for all, in a caring environment that helps each individual flourish. Enrolments are now open for 2021. Enrolments packs are available from our office and can also be found on our website www.stbc.vic.edu.au.

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immera and Grampians residents looking for a new career or to update their skills can take advantage of South West TAFE offering a range of new courses starting in July.

South West TAFE chief executive Mark Fidge said the current COVID-19 restrictions might have left people thinking about their future and needing to re-skill for a new career. “With free training now on offer in courses where the demand for skilled workers is strongest, there’s never been a better time to start studying,” he said. Mr Fidge said South West TAFE had more than 100 courses starting in July, ranging from community services, disability support and agriculture to horticulture, hairdressing and traditional trades. He said with so many options available and a large number of Free TAFE courses on offer, it was the perfect time to consider educational options and make a change. “Right now at South West TAFE we’re training people for careers the world needs and for jobs in demand,” he said.

THE RIGHT JOB: Horsham resident and South West TAFE student Ty Stripp is in the final stages of a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens apprenticeship with Horsham Rural City Council. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER “While we’ve had to change the way we currently train, we can still continue to offer all students the very best training via digital or remote methods.” Horsham resident and South West

TAFE student Ty Stripp is nearing completion of his Certificate III in Parks and Gardens apprenticeship at Horsham Rural City Council. Ty said he had always wanted to do an apprenticeship, but had never

thought about parks and gardens as an option before he saw it advertised. He said with the help of his colleagues and South West TAFE teachers he had gained extensive knowledge and a passion for working with

trees. “It’s all been such an eye-opener. I love what I do,” he said. “I’ve learnt so much during my three years and my teachers were always there whenever I needed help.” Mr Fidge said the high rate of success of former South West TAFE students meant there was no need to wait to start studying. The National Centre for Vocational Education Research found that last year, 91.3 percent of South West TAFE students found employment or enrolled in further study after training. “Now more than ever, the skills required for high-demand jobs are learned at TAFE, and Free TAFE has removed the financial barrier for students wanting to undertake quality, accredited TAFE training,” Mr Fidge said. He said anyone wanting to re-skill for a new career or to update their current skills should register for a virtual information session to chat to one of the organisation’s course specialists. South West TAFE’s virtual information sessions are on Wednesday, June 17, at 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 5.30pm. People can register online at swtafe. edu.au or by calling 1300 648 911.

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tudents at Kaniva College are excited to get back into brand new classrooms next term as a major modernisation project nears completion.

School leaders expect major upgrades to the college will be completed within two months. The $2.3-million build, including new science, technology and art classrooms, started late last year. The State Government-funded project will provide students with modern facilities at a school that has remained relatively unchanged since 1963. Principal Ashley Munn said the build was a tremendous boost to education in Kaniva and the Wimmera. “Students shouldn’t be disadvantaged by where their parents choose to live. For us to be able to provide quality facilities is just wonderful,” he said. “As a college, we are just rapt this money has been spent on our school. “It will benefit our community for years.

“By the start of next term, we will be in the new buildings. The kids are really keen to get into it.” Mr Munn said the new educational facilities would provide a far greater learning environment for the schools 176 primary and secondary students. “Having up-to-date learning spaces is just part of providing good student outcomes – you need usable and practical spaces,” he said. “For students being able to use modern technology, in a modern lab, in a modern setting is a real boost to the engagement of students.” Mr Munn said the modern classrooms would make the college more appealing to potential employees including teachers and support staff. “I think this will also help us to attract and retain specialist staff,” he said. “Working in a modern environment is far more appealing than something that was 50 years old.”

STATE OF THE ART: Kaniva College principal Ashley Munn is keen for his students to take full advantage of the school’s new facilities. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

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his year has thrown unexpected twists and turns into the world of learning, where schools had to quickly adapt to a fullymodified online curriculum throughout term two. Through all the uncertainty, Horsham College leaders said students, with help from teachers and parents, rose to the challenge and conquered online learning. Year-12 students Connor Klemm and Jorrdan Weir are planning a memorable finish to their schooling after working remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions, in their final year of school. The VCE students said they battled through the online learning challenge with the vision to get their ATAR and get into tertiary education next year. They said they jumped into their schooling head-first, taking any opportunity that came their way. In their five years at the college, the students have taken part in the school’s annual play production, travelled overseas and played in the school band. Jorrdan said she cherished her time at the college. The student leader plans to study a bachelor’s degree in nursing next year. Jorrdan said she had actually bene-

GOOD TIMES: Connor Klemm, second from left, in a Horsham College production of Happy Days in 2018. fitted from the massive changes to the curriculum. “It is not what I pictured, but I’m actually really happy with year 12 so far,” she said. “I have really enjoyed remote learning. I have found that I have become more independent and have been able to take more time to really consolidate my learning.” Jorrdan said the diverse experiences, including travelling to America,

would stick with her forever. “I made many new friends overseas who I talk to often,” she said. “I got to go to Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco and stayed with a host family in Seattle for 10 days. It was an amazing experience. “I was part of the college band for five years playing a clarinet. I got the chance to go to recording sessions and record our music with students from other schools, which I really enjoyed.

“I also performed for many schools and played in some eisteddfods, which helped to boost my confidence.” Connor plans to study biology or allied health beyond year 12. He said his teachers and the schools’ support team guided him to make those big decisions. “Bonita O’Brien works in wellbeing and has really helped me out,” he said. “Year 12 is a stressful year for many students, and she has always been

there to have a chat and provide support. “The careers team are ready to answer whatever questions or concerns I might have about my future.” Connor said he also attained many new skills at the college, including learning a new language. “I was lucky enough to be involved with a Rotary Youth Exchange to Germany in 2019 and the support from the school meant I had an easy transition into coming back after one year away,” he said. “I now study VCE German and I think it’s great that school provides me with the opportunity to use the language I learnt.” Connor said he would take the memories he made at the college with him for life. “My best memory of high school is being involved with the production every year – which has made me a more confident, outgoing and motivated person,” he said. “I have also made lifelong friends and memories. “Year 12 is not how we thought it would be, but we still have lots of contact with our friends and teachers. “Year 12 is definitely what you make of it.”

Nurturing futures in Nhill

Wimmera primary school’s strong commitment to community is encouraging students to realise their full abilities.

Nhill’s St Patrick’s School is a modern and inviting school with a reputation for exceptional educational facilities. The school, underpinned by strong Catholic values, offers a diverse curriculum upholding Gospel principles and nurtures spiritual development for children and families of all denominations. Principal Kingsley Dalgleish said the focus on family values and community was a significant theme of the school. “At St Patrick’s School, we live by our mantra of ‘nurturing futures’,” he said. “We have a strong sense of com-

munity, not just within our school but within the wider community. “There is a real family atmosphere, where everyone genuinely cares for one another.” Mr Dalgleish said children at St Patrick’s School were well-supported, exhibiting a strong love for learning. “We deliver a contemporary, high quality and evidence-based learning experience for students,” he said. “We are proud of our achievements and we celebrate the successes of our students. “As a professional learning community, our staff members nurture each child’s individual learning and particular talents, assisting children to learn to their full potential.” Mr Dalgleish said continued goodwill and support of the community ensured the school’s vital role in the

future education of the wider Nhill community. “Voluntary efforts and connectedness of many school community members are evident at the school,” he said. “In the classroom, students embrace technology through the use of laptop computers and their individual iPads with internet access. “The library is open plan and well resourced and additional stock is added regularly. “The outdoor play area includes a new covered playground, oval and a covered area for use during hot summers and wet winters.” Mr Dalgleish said he welcomed any prospective families to phone St Patrick’s School on 5391 1575 to book a time to meet with him and to have a tour of the school.

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Wimmera school’s focus on ‘cultivating a love of life-long learning’ is pushing students to achieve among the highest in the state. Horsham’s Holy Trinity Lutheran College has an outstanding track record for high achievers, with the vast majority of students consistently performing at or above the national average in annual NAPLAN testing. The college’s 2019 year seven and nine NAPLAN results ranked it ninth out of 204 regional schools, pushing into the top five percent of Victoria, while primary students, years three to five, ranked 82nd in a pool of 661 schools. College head of senior school Sally Kuchel said NAPLAN was just one of many areas where college students excelled, with teachers employing a range of methods to assess each student’s progress on an ongoing basis. Mrs Kuchel said consistently high results were a product of a welcoming learning environment. “Meaningful, respectful relationships underpin the sense of belonging that we cultivate at Holy Trinity,” she said.

“Students are able to learn in powerful ways – innovating, inquiring and risk taking. “Successful students learn in an environment where they feel safe, valued and connected, where teachers take the time to listen and to know them and acknowledge their needs, gifts and talents.” Mrs Kuchel said teachers taught students to be ‘active’ rather than ‘passive’ learners. “In the early years of schooling, we begin teaching our students how to think rather than being mere passive consumers of knowledge,” she said. “They learn how to question, to analyse and to improve and refine their ability to think. “An increased knowledge of these metacognitive strategies is empowering for our students as they are able to take increasing control of their learning and the ways in which they engage with information.” Year-10 student Maddy Toet has a solid balance between study, sport and social life at the college. Maddy said along with her heavy study load, she is a passionate netballer and rower, and is involved in Federation University’s WestVic Academy of Sport.

Maddy said her school’s strong sense of community was making it possible for her to excel academically and make time for her extracurricular activities. “I have found that in order to balance schoolwork and sport I must be organised,” she said. “I have a schedule where I plan my study time around my other commitments, to make sure that I am able to meet deadlines. “One of the best things about our school is its sense of community – we are all able to get along with everyone. “We are able to have conversations with a variety of different people and it isn’t uncommon for a senior student to be talking to a middle or junior school student.” Maddy said her teachers were fully committed to providing the best possible learning opportunities. “Their passion and drive for their particular subjects makes it easier to take on board information,” she said. “And the genuine concern which they have for their students makes it easier to communicate and resolve issues, both academically and as individuals. “Trusting your teacher and their guidance is key.”

ike many students across the country, Hamilton and Alexandra College year-12 student Ben McCure and year-11 student Annabel Hetherington are eager to get back into the classroom.

However, both are making the most of the extra time they have at home. Ben and fellow student Riley Alexander launched a podcast called ‘Chewy on ya boot’, which covers all things sport related including interviews with ‘sporting legends’ across the country. The dynamic duo has posted 30 episodes and has nearly 2500 followers on Spotify in 10 countries. The pair has spoken to cricketing greats Merv Hughes and Michael Hussey, interviewed AFL journalist Jon Ralph and AFL’s 2019 number-one draft pick Jack Rowell. “Riley and I have been able to organise and deliver six podcasts over the past eight weeks,” Ben said. “We’re very lucky to have a supportive network at school and through the college cricket club, which is where many of our leads and connections for our podcasts have come from. “Having conversations with these inspirational sports people has helped me grow in confidence.” Ben aims to study sports journalism or media and communications at university next year. An avid cricketer and footballer, he hopes his passion for sport can develop into a career. Ben said the skills developed from being a boarder at the school had helped him create long-lasting connections. “One of the great advantages of the college is the size and at the boarding house we form close bonds with students from years seven to 12,” he said. “I set up a WhatsApp group to make sure I am staying in contact with the younger boarders.” Annabel is using the remote learning experience to tap into her creative genius. Annabel, also a boarder at the college, has to date spent more than seven weeks at her family farm in South Australia. She said she was missing her friends and the social aspects of the boarding house. Annabel said she had tapped into her artistic creativity and was delivering new approaches for her studio arts subject, including tying a rope over the forks of a tractor to create a trapeze to make some fun paint canvases. “Both my parents work in essential service roles, so I am home alone three days a week. It can be hard to stay motivated when the house is so quiet, so I have used my studio arts subject as an opportunity to get outside and be creative,” she said. • Hamilton and Alexandra College seeks the best for each and every student and helps them to define and follow their own confident future. To learn more, visit www.hamiltoncollege. vic.edu.au or call 5572 1355.

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Nhill Lutheran School EARLY LEARNING We believe transition is important and our weekly playgroup, Get ’Em Going, caters for and provides growth and development via a Perceptual Motor Program, Music, Art and Language.

SCIENCE When you step into our Science and EBL (Evidence Based Learning) room, you enter a diverse and engaging environment. It encourages students to investigate and problem solve in a hands-on environment. Students have access to a range of animal species which they feed and care for on a daily basis.

KAREN Ghaw ler er ghay! Good morning and welcome to Karen language. Our school is one of few in Victoria to give students the opportunity to learn a second language that connects to the local Karen community.

GARDEN/COOKING Grow, Harvest, Prepare, Share. These are the underlying principles of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program. In weekly cooking classes that students are educated and encouraged to taste and learn about delicious food in order to form positive food habits for life.

COMMUNITY We recognise the mutual benefit that is developed through interaction between the school and the wider community. Our students are involved in community service and are provided with opportunities to develop their personal growth.

MINI FARM We believe in fostering creativity and exposing students to the local agricultural background. Students develop responsibility through regular feeding and nurture animals as they grow.

CHRISTIAN STUDIES Integral to Lutheran Schools are the opportunities for students to learn, develop and grow in appreciation of Jesus. Christian Studies is complemented by weekly Chapels and daily devotions where students learn about God’s message and belong to a caring community.

TECHNOLOGY Students use a wide variety of e-learning tools including oneto-one iPads, Beebots, Probots, touch screen computers and have ICT lessons to develop these skills.

CO-CURRICULAR Where do we begin? At Nhill Lutheran School, we believe in optimising student learning by exposing them in both local and outer communities. We provide camps for years 3-6, sleepovers, many excursions including the Wimmera Field Days, visiting performances, swimming program and more, to enhance the learning program.

ENGAGED WITH LEARNING: Laharum Primary School students, Troy, year four, Isabelle, year six, and Jade, year five, put their heads together to solve some big questions.

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the opportunities to learn about the environment and horticulture. “Laharum Primary School is an amazing school to learn, have great friends and enjoy school. We grow fresh and healthy fruits and vegetables,” she said. Year-six student Isabelle said having a small cohort meant school excursions became more of a personalised experience for students. “Laharum Primary School is a great school because it is small, which means we have more opportunities, such as going to the beach or getting to go to musicals,” she said. Year-six student Matilda said she had made some great friendships along the way. “A small school can be a useful place for learning and socialisation,” she said. “Although the numbers are small, I find it easier to speak to my peers and friends, and learning is easier too as you can quickly get assistance from your teachers.” Principal and teacher Jane McLean said having a smaller cohort meant teachers could focus more on helping individual students. “The advantage to small schools is the individual attention given to students. You are able to devote more time to the whole child’s development in the classroom,” she said. Mrs McLean said the school’s ‘network approach’ had helped to create a seamless transition from primary to secondary school. “We have a strong transition program into secondary college,” she said. “Students go on to become critical thinkers, that will support them in future learning, and in the long-term, these students will move on to be valuable citizens in our community.”

The school’s ‘network approach’ teaches students early on the importance of community connection and sets strong foundations for future education. The small school of only nine students combines its network of visiting teachers, volunteers, and cluster schools to deliver programs to help students develop confidence and leadership. The school is part of the Horsham Small Schools Cluster and participates in sporting activities, cluster days and curriculum initiatives, camping and outdoor activities with nearby Grampians schools. Year-six student Shay said the one-on-one teaching style helped her ability to understand new concepts in class. “The teachers are so understanding,” she said. “If you don’t understand the first way they explain things then they teach it to you again, then you just say, ‘I still don’t get it’ and they will try and think of another way to teach it to you,” she said. Community volunteers work in the school every week to help support literacy and mentor programs and specialist staff deliver key programs including the school’s ‘Sporting Schools’ program and swimming. The school also provides opportunities for students to take part in ‘Granny’ cooking sessions, growing a school garden and a chance to work with the Laharum Landcare group, where students participate in annual tree plantings and environmental activities. Year-five student Eh Shi Paw said she enjoyed

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he Warracknabeal community is excited about the possibilities a major school construction project holds for the future of education in the town.

While school leaders expect the fully completed $19.8-million project to integrate Warracknabeal’s three public schools is still more than two years away, the schools are already planning how they can collaborate to improve the educational outcomes for all children in the town and surrounding communities. The principals and students agree one significant advantage of Warracknabeal Secondary College, primary and special developmental schools being co-located will be to allow students to work more closely together and ‘capitalise on each other’s knowledge’. It also means some of the concerns students have about making the transition from primary to secondary school will vanish. A State Government announcement last week, part of a $2.7-billion con-

INTEGRATED LEARNING EXPERIENCE: Warracknabeal Primary School year-six student Elsa Byron, Warracknabeal Secondary College year-nine student Angus Byron and Warracknabeal Special Developmental School year-five student Tori Phelan are all excited to be learning more closely together when the education precinct is finished. struction blitz to kick-start Victoria’s economy, resulted in the Warracknabeal schools receiving full funding to complete the project. Principals expect 2023 will be when students can take full advantage of the new build, with some buildings

set to open in 2022. Warracknabeal Secondary College principal Therese Allen believes each school’s students and teachers will greatly benefit from learning and working in the new educational facilities. “The future of education in War-

racknabeal has never been brighter,” she said. “Our community has advocated for this for so long. Now it is up to us to ensure that we work together to benefit our current and future students.” Ms Allen said each school’s capacity to provide individualised learning pathways for students would be enhanced. “Being on the one site will enable teachers to develop a deeper understanding of each child,” she said. “Teachers across the schools will be able to capitalise on each other’s knowledge to provide extension and intervention opportunities for our students.” Warracknabeal Primary School principal Ben Tait said without the ongoing maintenance of their old school buildings, the schools could focus their attention on allocating money to further enhance the development of innovative learning opportunities for students. “For the first time, we will be able to share infrastructure and resources

DRIVE: Ararat College’s 2020 student leadership team members spent time at a leadership camp earlier this year.

Ararat: ‘We are all leaders’

rarat College’s focus on fostering leadership early is driving students to develop ‘reallife skills, translating to entrepreneurial success’.

Acting assistant principal Emma Henry said the display of student leadership at the college had sparked several ambitious projects to get off the ground. “Ararat College not only creates life-long learners, but also life-long leaders who encompass the values of respect, responsibility and excellence and who actively contribute to our community beyond their schooling years,” she said.

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“We urge students to take the lead and we support them as young entrepreneurs to develop their own business ideas and put these into real-life projects. This has resulted in the development of a number of different initiatives including AC News, Nepal Experience and Baking Club, just to list a few.” Ms Henry said she believed all students were leaders and leadership could be developed in those who pursued it. “By acknowledging and embracing each student’s different strengths, ideas and passions, we are able to offer a range of meaningful leadership opportunities,” she said.

“Students are encouraged to discover their potential in a supportive environment, which encourages building their skillset and confidence. “We also believe in the interconnectedness between their own voice, agency and learning.” Ms Henry said the school’s range of programs were focused on bringing out the leader within. “Our students have the opportunity to be considered and to take the lead in a variety of different leadership positions including house activities, volunteering within the community, being a member of the student leadership team or a valued voice and member of our school council,” she said.

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– the cost saving benefits for each school will be significant,” he said. Mr Tait said a milestone moment in a young person’s life was the transition from primary to secondary school. “While this is an exciting time, it can also be a stressful time for some students,” he said. Warracknabeal Special Developmental School principal Peter Clayton said with his school also being located in the precinct, the possibility of students having a dual enrolment was something all principals believed would be an advantage. “Students would have the opportunity to spend part of their time in mainstream schooling while also taking advantage of the programs we deliver here,” he said. “This arrangement is something the schools have explored, but the challenges of co-ordinating between schools on different sites has proved problematic in the past. “With all of the schools on the one site, many of the current issues can be addressed and overcome.”

FOCUSED: Natimuk Primary School student Louis Oliver is among 29 students at his school back in the classroom this week.

Natimuk students on track

atimuk Primary School leaders have commended students, teachers and parents who have performed ‘exceptionally well’ throughout the remote learning changes due to COVID-19.

Principal Ingrid Clarkson said despite the changes to the curriculum this term, the primary students remained fully engaged with their classes. “The remote learning process has been challenging for all of us, but there has been a fantastic response to

art, Japanese, literacy and numeracy projects during the term,” she said. Mrs Clarkson said students had kept teachers updated with the progress of their school projects online. “The children have been sending pictures via online platforms and delivered their constructions to school,” she said. “The teachers have kept up communication with all students via online chats and while it was fabulous to see their faces, we are so looking forward to having them back in the classroom.”

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Longerenong College has started sowing the cereal, pulse and oilseed crops that will go under the microscope as part of an AgTIDE Demonstration of Agricultural Technology Applications, DATA, Farm project. The crops going into the 1000-hectare DATA Farm are already under the microscope, with project leaders using new airseeder, self-propelled boomspray, variable-rate fertiliser spreader and remote-sensing equipment in a controlled-traffic planting program. The project’s next phase will involve establishing data-gathering sensors and other infrastructure across paddocks, that will feed information back to a new innovation centre at the college. The college is in partnership with technology specialist LX Group in creating the data-gathering system. The information will allow Longerenong students and farmers to see first-hand how to use the technology to make critical seasonal decisions. One example is a top-soil mapper, which measures soil fertility across paddocks and shares this information. This allows a farmers to be able to decide where best to allocate extra nutrition to paddock zones and cut fertiliser costs.

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College general manager John Goldsmith said the crops would be subject to broad analysis. “There are going to be sensors across the paddocks, soil-moisture probes, weather stations – all sorts of equipment,” he said. An innovation centre, under development at the college library and due for completion by the start of August, will provide a base for students and college visitors to clearly see how agtech is driving improved farm performance. Mr Goldsmith said crops going into the ground represented a great milestone in the development of the DATA Farm. “There’s been a lot of planning, a lot of partners and it’s great to see it all coming together,” he said. “Ultimately, this is going to be fantastic for students studying broadcare agriculture and for farmers in developing a greater understanding of technology adaptation in growing food. “The DATA Farm is a fantastic development for not only Longerenong College, but the entire Australian grains industry. “The project is really gathering momentum and it’s exciting watching the transformation of the college farm and the overall college.” The State Government has provided all money for the project. Victorian Agriculture Minister Jaclyn Symes said digital agriculture had

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Victorian Farmers Federation president and Wimmera farmer David Jochinke said barley growers would be in the firing line and it was important they understood what was happening. “Our message is that everyone needs to keep their eyes wide open,” he said. “China has been our largest trading partner in barley in recent history and this restriction in trade has been coming at us for the past 18 months. “It will have an effect on farmers’ bottom line and farmers need to be acutely aware of that.” Mr Jochinke said Australia had many trading partners where it could redirect its barley harvest, but the China market had been a large and profitable avenue for the product. He said the VFF, through many discussions and meetings with trade and industry leaders, was strongly advocating state and federal governments use any political capital they had to navigate out of the situation. “We’re asking them to calmly negotiate a way forward from this position with China, but also double efforts with other trading groups to extract as much

potential out of these agreements as possible,” he said. “I’m telling farmers that they are allowed to get angry about what has happened. “But everyone also has to remember that any customer has the ability to choose how they trade with us. “The way we act now has ramifications, not only for the future, but also other products going to China. “One positive aspect is that barley has a relatively high shelf-life and is not as perishable as other goods, unlike for example, seafood, which is extremely exposed.”

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Last week China imposed an 80 percent tax on all barley imported from Australia, claiming it was based on a 2018 probe into whether Australia was unfairly subsidising barley producers or ‘dumping’ barley exports to gain an unfair advantage against domestic producers. Australia shipped more than 2.5-million tonnes of barley, both for beer production and animal feed, to China in 2018-19. It also exported the product to Japan, 700,000 tonnes; Thailand, 370,000; Vietnam, 350,000; and South Korea, 100,000. Other lesser but important markets included the Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabi, United Arab Emirates and Kuwait.

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“Infection at a later growth stage has a less severe impact on canola and most pulses, however chickpeas are very vulnerable to infection at any growth stage.” Typical symptoms of turnip yellows virus include stunted plant growth and leaves showing a yellow or purple discolouration. A recent Agriculture Victoria virus survey showed an increase in turnip yellows virus, particularly in paddocks where summer weeds, self-sown canola and spring-sown canola were growing. Dr Trebicki said the risk of infection increased when crops were sown in, or next to, paddocks that hosted large aphid populations or where the virus was already present. Farmers seeking more information can visit website agriculture. vic.gov.au.

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Mr Jochinke said the issue dramatically highlighted problems associated with over-reliance on sole markets. “This clearly shows a need for diversity in marketplaces as well as farming produce. And we have to take action to protect our farming businesses,” he said. Despite anxiety surrounding China’s response to Australian barley exports, Mr Jochinke said he remained confident Victoria’s broadacre agricultural industry would be paramount in helping the state and region recover from the economic impact of COVID-19. “We’re seeing agriculture ride out COVID-19 and we will also ride out this barley wave of uncertainly,” he said. “The thing that makes agriculture resilient is our equity and stability and the growing diversity we have within our farming enterprises. “The most robust of farm businesses have built diversity into their operations.” Mr Jochinke added consistent autumn rain, in providing an outstanding start to sowing and growing seasons across the region, was helping offset many other issues. “The rain has been absolutely fantastic,” he said. “To be able to get the regular showers we have has given everyone extreme confidence looking forward to the year ahead.”

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Sales volumes last year reached $1.2-billion. The Colliers International report showed a surge in global investment players into Australian agribusiness, particularly American and Canadian investment funds. Mr Jochinke said a Federal Parliamentary Inquiry estimated Australian superfunds had invested about $1.8-billion, or 0.2 percent, in agriculture. “There is a real investment opportunity, with the right policy settings, to build and secure the supply chains, grow the markets that we distribute produce to and support farm businesses through strategic investments in technology, capital, research and development and education,” Mr Jochinke said. “The time to do this is now. Government is looking at tax reform and economic reform more broadly. “Let’s work together to develop the compelling business case that sees Australian superannuation funds investing in agriculture and ensures we are not left behind. “Victorian agriculture is uniquely positioned as a national and global leader in food and fibre. “In the current environment, we must look to opportunities to further leverage our reputation for producing and exporting the world’s cleanest, greenest and safest food and fibre products.”

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decision to explore how to run individual livestock competitions to complement a Virtual Horsham Show was the focus of a Horsham Agricultural Society special meeting.

The society acknowledged its traditional annual show was impossible this year based on COVID-19 restrictions, but members were confident some show competitions could run under exhibitor-only formats. It confirmed earlier this month plans to present a ‘virtual show’ in an effort to retain community connections and had started plans to run online competitions and challenges via its website and social media channels. Almost 20 members attended a virtual meeting where robust conversation revolved around what could occur despite regional and national shows cancelling across the nation. Society executive administrator Andrea Cross said it had always been the organisation’s intent, from the onset of the bans, to provide something for the show community. She said circumstances also provided an opportunity to engage people in what had become popular for many families enduring isolation, including life-essential activities such as cooking, craft making and vegetable growing – ‘but at the next level’. “Chief stewards of various competi-

SHOW CHALLENGE: The Wimmera community has responded to a series of ‘Virtual Horsham Show’ Facebook challenges. Horsham Agricultural Society leaders are running the challenges on the Horsham Show Facebook page this month. To enter, people need to post photos on the appropriate Facebook status. The society will repeat the challenges next month. Pictured in the #farmkids challenge are, above, Sadie Molineaux and Avery Bruce and right, Freddie Matthews with his father, Gerard. tions are looking outside the square to investigate possibilities to cater to all stages of restrictions, ensuring what could be delivered would meet the criteria of the day’s bans and insurance,” she said. “We’ve deliberated over the past few weeks and have identified the potential risks in an evolving strategic plan and we believe there is the potential to deliver some competitions in varying degrees with significant changes to how we’ve traditionally run them, including

organising them on different days to maintain social distancing and without the public attending, for example.” Mrs Cross said the society would make a firm decision to determine whether these individual competitions would proceed in spring. Society president Zack Currie said ‘managing effort for reward’ would be the greatest challenge. “But there are competitors who are keen to return to the competition circuit,” he said.

The society will announce competition dates depending on the easing of restrictions, providing an approximate four-week window from announcement to competition date. “There are no guarantees this will go ahead until all options have been explored in their entirety,” Mr Currie said. The Horsham event, scheduled for September 27, is the Wimmera’s largest agricultural show and traditionally kick-starts a month-long show season.

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Member for Mallee Anne Webster said the pipeline would provide a significant boost to the agricultural sector, which underpinned the area’s economic growth. “Providing this critical secure water supply to our farmers will unlock opportunities for local agricultural businesses to expand and invest in higher-value enterprises,” she said. “The project is expected to generate about $35-million a year in increased agricultural production for the Australian economy and create up to 134 jobs in the region.” Deputy Prime Minister, Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development minister Michael McCormack said the project’s completion was fantastic news for the region’s farmers, agricultural industries and economic prosperity. “The project installed almost 1300 kilometres of pipeline to provide a better, more reliable water supply to the farm gates of more than 600 rural properties in the Inglewood, Newbridge, St Arnaud and Wedderburn regions,” he said. “This will help build drought resilience

by reducing reliance on water carting during dry periods. “By funding water infrastructure such as the South West Loddon Pipeline, we are doing more than just investing in our most valuable resource; we are backing our regions, supporting our primary industries, strengthening our national economy and ultimately investing in our future. “Continuing to deliver on critical projects is important now more than ever to help pave the path to economic recovery on the other side of the current COVID-19 pandemic, particularly for our regional communities.” GWMWater is overseeing the pipeline, which managing director Mark Williams said was already supplying farms, homeowners and businesses across Victoria. “Until now, most farmers in South West Loddon have relied on catchment dams and water carting during drought,” he said. “The South West Loddon Pipeline will sustain the agriculture sector that underpins the viability of the region by creating new opportunities for employment in the farming and intensive livestock sectors.” The Federal Government has provided $20-million for the project, the State Government $40-million and GWMWater and landowners the balance.

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Rain, pasture and lamb risk Rain across the region has prompted Agriculture Victoria to remind sheep producers about the potential for trace-mineral deficiency diseases in lambs this year. Agriculture Victoria senior veterinary officer Robert Suter said early-season rain welcomed by producers across the state should result in good pasture growth throughout the winter. But he added that the flush of new pasture increased the likelihood of trace-mineral deficiency diseases in lambs born in winter and early spring. Dr Suter said trace-mineral deficiencies could result from ewes grazing lush green feed during the last half of their pregnancy. “These ewes are likely to have lambs with low or deficient levels

Dr Suter said sheep producers in known deficient areas should review their trace mineral supplement strategies to ensure ewes had adequate levels to produce healthy lambs. “Most of Victoria is iodine deficient and an appropriate time to supplement ewes is mid-pregnancy,” he said. “A good time to do this is at pregnancy scanning. “Special care must be taken with supplementing ewes with copper, as sheep can be easily killed with relatively small amounts of copper.” More information and advice is available from veterinarians or Agriculture Victoria animal health and welfare staff.

of trace minerals selenium, copper, iodine and cobalt,” he said. “Sheep ingest several essential trace minerals from soil intake. This usually occurs when ewes graze short pastures after a dry summer and before the autumn break. “When there is a lot of early-season pasture growth, the intake of trace minerals via the soil is less likely to occur.” Dr Suter said growing animals, such as lambs, also had a higher demand for trace minerals than adult sheep and were likely to suffer a dietary deficiency sooner. He said trace minerals such as copper, cobalt, selenium and iodine were only required in small amounts but were still essential for optimal production, and for life.

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f something seems too good to be true, it more than likely is. That is how I see China as a trading partner.

And before you think I’m about to go on a xenophobic rant, it’s not just ‘China beware!’. It’s more a case of putting all our trading eggs in one basket, an inherently dangerous practice. Let’s go back a decade or four. It was the late 1980s and wool was booming. The Australian Wool Corporation as it was then, was banking on China growing to be our largest wool customer. “Imagine if every man in China bought a pair of woollen socks,” they said. Yes, they did.

While that hasn’t happened, China has emerged as the super power it is today and by far the largest buyer of our wool, which incidentally fell to its lowest price in five years last week. But because they are the major buyer, they call the market shots. Being the largest supplier of wool in the world doesn’t seem to give Australia much power. Fast forward 20 years or so, and the struggling Murray Goulburn Milk Co-operative, dogged by poor performance and allegations of nepotism, appointed a new young gun as chief executive – former SunRice CEO Gary Helou. He was a man of bold visions, thinking Australia could corner the new-

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comer in the global dairy market – you guessed it, China. Not traditionally big consumers of dairy products, the growing middle class in China was developing a taste for Australian wine and for our milk. Helou saw China as the key to MG success. He was also responsible for the first discounted milk contract with the supermarkets. He might be gone, but the contract

isn’t and dairy farmers continue to rue the day that was signed. Thanks for that, Mr Helou. Now, there is the barley disaster, with China supposedly suddenly putting a massive 80 percent tariff on Australian barley imports. Well, firstly, it wasn’t sudden. China had taken 18 months to investigate the alleged dumping of barley by Australia. Conveniently procrastinating on a determination until an opportune moment more like it. Secondly, the recent US-China trade deal means China has to import $200-billion of produce from the US, including dairy infant formula, barley and corn. The US gain is more than likely much to do with our loss.

Already I’ve heard some commentators suggesting we instead look to that other mega-economy, India. Lest we forget, India still has tariffs of 60 percent on our chickpeas and just as China was our largest barley market, India was our largest chickpea market. So what do we conclude? There is no such thing as an open global market. Not even with the champion of the free market, the US. If we want to trade globally, we do so in the knowledge that another black swan event might turn our trade into another ugly duckling. It has, and always will, be thus.

2020 Mallee field days cancelled The cancellation of a primary agricultural event in the Wimmera-Mallee will extend far beyond the farming community it supports. A primary feature in Speed’s event calendar, the Mallee Machinery Field Days serves as the biggest fundraising opportunity for the town of less than 100 and its neighbouring communities. And after a strong 2019-2020 harvest, the two-day agriculture showcase in early August was shaping up to be a big event. Field days committee president and Speed Lions Club member Terry Kiley said the committee held off for as long as possible before deciding to cancel what would be the 42nd annual event. “With only 10 weeks left until the event we thought we’d try to hang on as long as possible to see what eventuated with the virus, but to no avail,” he said. “We had a lot of inquiries from exhibitors, so we had to make the call – to have three or four thousand people there each day would not be possible.” Mr Kiley said although Speed Lions Club members were disappointed, they looked forward to a stronger 2021. “We hope this virus is under control and we can just proceed on as we do every other year,” he said.

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“Hopefully the event can go back to what it was and we get good support from the community with great exhibitor interest.” Mallee Machinery Field Days attracts more than 8000 interstate and regional visitors to the site off the Sunraysia Highway near Speed township each year to explore a range of machinery and equipment on display at up to 350 exhibits. Providing a chance for farmers and industry members to learn about and evaluate what is on offer, the event also serves as a valuable social opportunity for the tiny farming communities. Organisers estimate the event generates between $50,000 and $100,000 each year. From its beginnings, the field days was, and continues to be, a way to raise money for the Speed Lions Club so it can provide a ‘helping hand to those in need’. Mr Kiley said without the massive fundraising efforts this year, the club’s capacity to donate money was limited. “As a charitable organisation, we won’t have the funds to distribute that we normally would,” he said. “We normally inject money into the local sporting clubs, schools and Men’s Shed in the area.” He said he hoped the club could still distribute what money was available.

“We’re still going to try to support our local hospitals and those in need,” he said. “This includes three hospitals – Hopetoun, Ouyen and Sea Lake – we do hope to continue that. “A lot of support also goes into cancer research and medical research too.” Mr Kiley said the community groups and organisations returned the support, working alongside the club each year to assist with the running and catering of the event. Yarriambiack Shire Council deputy mayor and Hopetoun Ward councillor Shane Roberts is a continued supporter of the field days. He said it was ashame to lose an event that positively affected so many people. “It’s a major fundraiser for so many community groups and the broader area outside of Speed,” Cr Roberts said. “When it is able to get up and running again, I certainly hope people come and support it, everyone benefits from it.” Cr Roberts said the event was also a massive boost to the tourism economy for the small towns. “It surely does put Speed on the map,” he said. “For a lot of these smaller towns, people typically would just drive

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“It’s probably going to hurt a lot of people. “Not being able benefit from the tourism will takes its toll.” – Dylan De Jong

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N 54 Cumming Ave – The tiled front entrance leads into a huge open plan kitchen, family room and dining area. The kitchen features an island bench, gas stainless steel cooktop and electric oven, walk in pantry and dishwasher. The master bedroom features a walk in wardrobe and ensuite with a shower, vanity and separate toilet. The other 3 bedrooms are a great size with built in wardrobes. There is also a large separate lounge room, great for the kids. The main bathroom contains a vanity, separate bath and shower, ducted reverse cycle electric heating and cooling throughout the house and a solar hotwater system and a 16 panel solar system.

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46 North Western Rd – Set in a perfect location is this period weather board home. The home features a large formal entry foyer, 3 bedrooms plus a another room that opens off the back veranda that could be a bedroom for an older child, lounge with an open fire place and a split system A/C, modest kitchen with a large walk-in pantry, bathroom with toilet, basin and shower. Outside the back door is the laundry and the rear yard is a clean slate ready for you to add your own ideas.

34 Cave St – Bare boards and pressed tin ceilings feature throughout the home adding to its character. Turn left from the entry hall and you find yourself in the formal lounge which includes an open fireplace. Continue on through sliding dbl. doors into the cosy lounge which has a gas heater, r/c a/cond. & ceiling fan. Follow through into the country style kitchen with electric cooking, dishwasher and painted floor boards. The master bedroom has a split system a/c & ceiling fan. Walk through a good size office area to the third bedroom which also has a r/c a/cond. Step out of the kitchen into the rear entry porch and through to the large laundry.

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23 Broadway – With an elevated view towards the river and the Footy oval this brick veneer home will certainly be well sort after. Featuring large spacious open living areas facing the open spaces across the road, 3 dble bedrooms all with BIR’s and ceiling fans, family friendly bathroom, kitchen with electric wall oven and hot plates, split system, single carport, rainwater tank with pump, a fernery and a lovely established garden. There is excellent rear access with plenty of scope to build your own shed.

10 Livingstone St – Set on a large corner block this weather board home would make an ideal first home or a fantastic rental property. Featuring 3 double bedrooms (2 with split systems and BIR’s), lounge with wood heater and a split system, open plan kitchen dining area and a spacious bathroom. Outside on the well fenced block you’ll find a storage room and a garage.

11 Houston St – This centrally located home should be on your list of must sees. Featuring a modern kitchen with electric stove, spacious lounge, separate dining room, 3 bedrooms, bathroom with shower and separate bath, split system A/C and evaporative cooling. Outside the large block is ideal for the kids and it has a single garage and a workshop.The home is a close walk to the primary school and the shops. Currently rented for $220pw until at least 14/7/19.

83 Anderson St – Set directly opposite the Warracknabeal primary school and short walks to the Secondary College, St Mary’s Primary School, Special Development School, Kindergarden and the sporting facilities at Anzac Park. With water already connected and easy access to power, phone and sewerage this block would be a great spot to build your next home (STCA). The block has a frontage to Anderson St of 17m and a depth of 36m with an overall area of approx 612m2.

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1 Meyer St – Set on a large corner block in a very good position in Donald and very near to the Primary School, this 3 bedroom vinyl clad/weatherboard home offers great family living. Featuring polished floorboards through the lounge and kitchen and carpet through the other major rooms including the large dining area. The kitchen has electric appliances, pantry cupboard and the split system a/c is also situated here servicing the combined living areas. The lounge room also has a wood heater insert fitted. Outside there is a large deck, ideal for those long summer evening gatherings.

3 Athol Crt – Reasonable offers will be considered. Now it is time to enjoy the spoils of many years of hard work. Move into this as new modern brick veneer home boasting 3 double bedrooms, spacious open plan living/meals area, excellent heating and cooling, well appointed chefs kitchen, fully renovated bathroom, 2 outdoor entertaining areas, easy care garden with workshop, fully automatic sprinkler system, rainwater tanks and the convenience of a double garage with auto doors and storage cupboard. The owners have just recently replaced a split system A/C and the floor coverings through out the house.

9 Livingstone St – This PVC clad home is set on a large prominent corner block with access on 3 sides. The home features 3 double bedrooms, lounge with a split system A/C, country style kitchen with electric stove and bathroom with a shower over bath vanity. Outside you’ll find a single garage, workshop and carport all on . This property is ideal for the first home buyer or someone who can look outside the square with an eye for further development opportunities.

4 Johns St – This property is actually nearly made of tin. The outside in clad in a vintage type of mini orb and most of the interior walls and ceilings are pressed tin. The home features 3 double bedrooms, kitchen with gas hotplates but no oven, lounge with split system, polished and painted floor boards, bathroom with a vanity, toilet and a shower over bath and a internal laundry. Outside you’ll find a single carport and rain water tank on a good size block. The property is currently rented for $120pw on a periodic bases.

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50 Wawunna Rd – Set on a prominent corner block this stylish Brick Veneer home features a modern kitchen with electric wall oven and hot plate, formal dining room with polished boards and Ref A/C, large lounge with a gas heater, impressive entry foyer, 3 double bedrooms all with fans, BIR’s and polished floor boards, modern bathroom with separate shower, spa bath, vanity and toilet. Out side the back door you’ll find an enclosed living area, laundry and 2nd toilet. The well fenced yard has a workshop with power and concrete floor, as new colour bond double garage with an auto door and a rain water tank.

Price: $225,000

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11 Hoban St – This 2 bedroom home is rented until March 2019 at $135 per week to a reliable tenant gives you an 8.88% gross return. Set on a typical size block for the area, just under a quarter acre or 1000 sq. mts., the home offers the two bedrooms both with BIR’s and ceiling fans, lounge with the split system and ceiling fan and the kitchen with elect stove. The large electric hot water service (315 lt.) is only 4 years old.

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3 Hillview St – At a first glance you wouldn’t think that this brick veneer home was as big as it is. Featuring 4 bedrooms all with B.I.R’s, 2 bathrooms, a formal lounge with a large window and a open fire place, modern kitchen with double oven, gas hot plates, dishwasher and a huge walk in pantry, family size dining area and a spacious second living area. Refrigerated reverse cycle A/C’s keep you comfortable all year around. Outside you’ll find a single garage, garden shed, BBQ area, instant gas hot water and 2 large concrete water tanks which can be used to run the house. The back yard has the convienence of rear access for a lane way.

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11 Ford St – Set on the edge of town is this vacant residential block with a rural outlook. The block has good access to water and sewerage and power is across the road. Rear lane access is also a huge benefit when designing your home. This block has no restrictive covenants with no requirement to build in the near future.

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16 Thomas St – A half acre residential corner block on two titles is a rare commodity in Warracknabeal. Vacant blocks are at a premium and large ones even more so. With this amount of land you can build that dream shed and still have plenty left over for a large residence. Or build on one and sell the other or develop the second to give yourself an income stream. This block has easy access from the highway and all services are available. There is lane running along the south boundary of the blocks and fencing along the western boundary. Some clearing will be required.

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92-94 Woods St – Set in the heart of the main street of Donald is these 2 Commercial shops. 94 Woods St is rented for 5 years commencing in June 2018 at $10,404 pa with annual CPI rent increases. Currently rented to a Plumbing Business with a large modern retail and office area, 2 storerooms, a loading dock, undercover storage area, toilets, large shed, yard space and another smaller vehicle/ equipment shed. The property is well fenced with rear access. 92 Woods St is currently empty with an estimated rent return of $150pw. Some of the costs are shared between the 2 buildings.

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4.3.1933 – 20.5.2020 Passed away peacefully at the Dimboola Nursing Home, surrounded by her family. Dearly loved wife of Norm. Cherished Mum of Greg, Julie and Rod (dec), Glenda and Rud. Adored Nana to Ben, Casey, Cameron, Samuel and Madeleine. Loving little Nan Nan to Jacob, Mackenzie, Yvie and Flynn. ‘Memories Last Forever’ Belle was privately interred at the Dimboola Lawn Cemetery.

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NETHERWAY, Jeffrey Francis 16.11.1936 - 24.5.2020 Loved father of Mark, Peter, Paul and Louise, and Danielle. Loving Papa of Sidney, Flynn, Charlotte; William and Nadia; Gemma and Abbey.

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Blondie my rose, returned to God in heaven 29/05/2019.

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Ph 5381 1439 25 Dimboola Rd, Horsham (opposite McDonalds) Ducks, young muscovy, m/f Ph 0429912620 Kitten, grey tabby, 6mths old, female, deceased estate $10 Ph 0400696362

We’re homine!

Horsham Florist 51 Roberts Ave, Horsham

5382 1834

Animals & Accessories

Linara Poll Dorset Stud Rams, 2018 drop, paddock raised, PIC # 3NGJM012 $600 plus Gst Ph 0427155508 Maremma pups, born 1/12/19, 3M, vet checked and microchipped, first vaccination $650 firm PER: EE102581, m/c # 95600001086509 5/95600001084978/95600001084910 4/956000010851551 Ph 0428567948

2 Poll Merino rams, 1.5yo, EC, PIC# 3YKHF059 Ph 0418864397

My darling blondie, your spirit is always with me, wiping the tears from my eyes.

TEPPER, Ivan Edgar

formerly of Stawell aged 91 years. Passed away peacefully Tuesday May 19, 2020 at Ballarat Base Hospital. Fond uncle of Daryl Tepper, Denise Dixon, Garry Tepper, Barry Schultz (dec), Carol Michalicek, Margaret Tucker and John Schultz. A private service and interment was held Tuesday May 26, 2020 at the Murtoa Cemetery. At Peace in God’s loving care.

The tears will cease flowing the day God calls me home, to walk arm in arm with you, for all eternity.

Nubian Dairy Goats, bucks only, well handled, de-horned and weathered for pets, entire for breeding, few only, available now in varied colours, herd can be viewed, PIC# 3HSMM097 $120 Ph 0457120834 Wartook

Your devoted, loving husband Anthony.

WIK, Noel William 28.05.2019 Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside you everyday. Gwen and your loving family.

W.B. Gardiner & Son

WEBB, Harry David

AFDA Member

Memorial Notices

Bill & Heather Pitman 5382 1149 NFDA

5398 1105

5382 0713

www.pickaposie.com.au

Find us back Roberts Ave!

Aged 89 Passed away peacefully at Dunmunkle Lodge. Now in Gods care. As was Geoffrey’s wish, a private interment was held.

Warracknabeal

AFDA Member

31 Urquhart Street HORSHAM

WEBB, Harry David

PEYTON, Geoffrey Patrick

Forever In Our Hearts A Private Service will be held to farewell Jeffrey.

DEADLINE 10am Tuesday before publication, this includes payment and advertisement details.

McINTYRE, Errol Graeme

Horsham & District Funerals

MEYER, John Charles

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Gitsham Sydney 25/2/1922 to 30/5/2013 and wife Merlyn 12/6/1921 to 17/11/1972. In God’s Care. Remembered by Lorna and Shayne Keenan

Shurl, Helene, Greg, Glenda and family are saddened at the passing of our much loved Dad, Pa & Great Pa on Sunday 24th May 2020 aged 91 years. Re-united with Mum

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3x timber and mesh bird aviaries, # 1 183cm w, 140cm d, 250cm h, # 2 175cm w, 90cm d, 230cm h, # 3 170cm w, 122cm d, 240cm h, $250ea Ph Mark 0438201250 Black Suffolk Rams, 2018 drop, Brucellosis tested, quality animals from stud stock $550 inc Gst PIC# 3NGKJ060 Ph 0427666470 Dadswells Bridge Budgerigars, assorted $8each Ph 0417533579

colours

Budgerigars, show quality at pet prices Ph 0447080439 Cockatiels, 0407821021

Ringnecks

Funeral Directors

When you pre-arrange your funeral, you’re thinking of your loved ones as well as yourself. When the time comes, it’s a relief to know everything has been taken care of. Pre-arrange your wishes with Trevor Bysouth & Daughter of

5381 1444 (All Hours) www.wimmerafunerals.com.au

Parrot, 5yr old female Alexandrine, ideal aviary and breeding bird, hand-raised but has rarely been handled as an adult and has a strong protective personality $140ono Ph 0407357985

The Weekly Advertiser welcomes your advertising. We are required strictly by law to include specific information on some items when publishing your advertisement. A snapshot of your obligations are as follows: ANIMALS *All for-sale advertisements, for either cats or dogs must include one of the following: • Individual microchip numbers • Vet certificate to exclude individual animals from needing microchips • Domestic animal-business number PLUS a source number from the Pet Exchange Register LIVESTOCK *Selling, giving away or bartering of all livestock must include a Property Identification Code (PIC number) in the advertisement.

*The Weekly Advertiser reserves the right to accept or refuse advertisements.

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Animals & Accessories

caravans

Peachface and Fisher Lovebirds, variety of colours, from $20 Ph 0428832058 Stawell

FOR HIRE

Farm Machinery

For Sale

Family Jayco caravan, very comfy d/island pillow top bed, 2 good size bunk beds, microwave, 90L fridge, easy to erect annex, a/c and heating, plus all accs Ph Nathan for availability 0418657247

1999 John Deere CTS II with 936D draper front on trailer, MAV chopper rotor upgrade, big top, 2100 colour screen and receiver for yield mapping, fire extinguishers, spot and LED lights, camera for reverse and engine, 4478 sep hrs $47,000 plus Gst Ph 0407179433

Airseeder, Morris 27 row, 12inch spacing, all farm box $15,000 plus Gst Stock horse X Brumby, 4yo, bay Ph 0438096662 gelding, 15hh, easy to catch, good nature, good home only, selling due Jayco Swan 2006, EC, always to too many horses PIC # 3NGOL176 shedded, full annex, bag and flys, $650 Ph 0477439545 3-way fridge $14,500 Ph 0434312756 Thoroughbred project horse wanted, sound, vice free, quiet and decent size, 4 or 5yo Txt 0488066456

Antiques

Jayco Swan 2012, EC, only used at Christmas, sleeps up to 6 people, full annex, bag end flys, 3 way fridge, gas-electric stove, innerspring mattress, very clean unit $19,000ono Ph 0477616759

Antique dresser/hall stand, beautifully restored $395 Ph Majestic Tiara, late 2007 build, 20’, 0438811721 ensuite, loaded with features, one One burgundy antique reproduction owner, EC, always shedded $32,000 3 seater, wooden carved frame and Ph 0400999412 legs $350ono Ph 0407432355 REDUCED 130L 12V caravan fridge Quality antique furniture clearance, $550 Ph 0427840201 extension dining table and chairs, oval table and chairs, bedside cabinets, auto trolley, hat stand, plant stand, hallway table, QA chiffonier, cotton reel tallboy, crystal cabinet, hat stand, occasional chair, priced to sell Ph/text 0408881137 for photos and info

caravans

REDUCED 22’ Walkabout caravan with Landcruiser wheels, 80 series steel axle, disc brakes, all independent air bags, suspension with built in air compressor and tank, 186L, 2dr fridge/ freezer, separate shower, toilet, 7kg washing machine, aircon, gas room heating, many extras $30,000 Ph 0429986219

2004 Pioneer Argyle camper trailer, hard floor, built strong and reliable for all terrain travel, EC, quick set up for overnight stays, Q74641 $13,000 Ph 0437170526 2005 Jayco Heritage 21’, shower toilet, rev cycle air-con, single beds, 150L 3-way fridge, solar, dual batteries, 3x82L water tanks, setup for REDUCED Pop-up Statesman free camping, awning with floor mat, Royale caravan, 17’6”, 1994, island one owner from new, EC $26,000 Ph d/bed, mod/cons, roll-out awning, EC 0419369151 Stawell $14,000 Ph 0407821021

Lost & Found

Nectre wood heater, 12mths old, GC, flue included, fan, bricks $800 Ph SNU camper trailer, EC, best around 0428334932 Dimboola marine $4200 Ph 0439032938 New coolroom door and panel, hinges and latch, 2.400m x 1.150m 32 pound 12v elec trolling motor, new Antique barbers chair, located $250 Ph 0429954000 $150 Ph 0427840201 Nhill, pick up only $1500 Ph June Outdoor setting, 6’x3’6” table with 0428334932 or Liz 0402447037 6 chairs and cushions $800 Ph Ariens self-propelled lawn mower 53811891 6.75hp 3-N-1, mulch bag, side Oztrail tent, cabin type, new, discharge EC new price $1900 sell for 12x15, fits 6 $375 Ph 53843207 or $1000 Ph 0459602388 Ararat 0407750274 Gleaner Header, R62, 30’ Flex front, Blue lift chair, GS, must be collected Stock loading ramp, 6m, side Deutz motor, chaff spreader, been $450 Ph 53823826 walkway, fold away pull $6500 Ph through workshop $32,000 plus Gst 0428944462 Bolens ride on mower, 38” mulching REDUCED Savage 485 Ph 0427848280 Superior multihead mower, 3PL 8’ Baycruiser with Evinrude 90hp deck $1200 Ph 53811891 Hardi Mister, 400L tank, Honda e-tec outboard, Minn Kota elec suitable lawn mowing, EC $1900ono Cricut maker machine, POA Ph motor mount and second battery, motor, controls, parts book, GC $1750 53928252 Ph 53826461 or 0429309491 Bimini, rocket launcher and marine inc Gst Ph 0408549832 Table tennis table, GC $100 Ph Ericsson Mining extension bell type radio $27,990 Ph 0428855390 0469740723 N3111, Feb 1947, Old valve radios, console and mantle, Aluminium The Weekly Advertiser Filmosound valve amplifier, 1930s welcomes your advertising. Radio Chassis, AWA Amplifier mic Parkmaker Plus Golf Buggy, VGC, We are required strictly by law volume, phono volume tone, old car plus two new batteries $1000 Ph to include specific information horns, kero chicken lamp, 1960s 0438822470 Astor radiogram ex con, pr Army back on some items when bakelite telephone set MK 111 in green Portable Lincoln welder, 200amp, publishing your advertisement. Heaslip 5-6T Grouper, roll tarp, tin Ph 53824316 3000 watt, 15amp generator, with A snapshot of your obligations 6.5hp, stands, no further use $7700 in Kohler twin motor on wheels $1600 Farmor land plane, 100’x16’ bucket, are as follows: Gst Ph 0457589689 Ph 0429986219 as is, where is: Riverina NSW Ph Quantity SH weatherboard 8”, GC, Toy hauler trailer 2011, 4.3l x 1.55w Firewood, split and delivered to price neg Ph 0408843210 x 1.86h, great for motorbikes, EC, as Horsham area,12x6 trailer $250, 8x6 new, selling due to ill health $6600ono tray $150 Ph 0439283314 Ph 0468469444 Fishing 13 rods, GC, lot for $180 Ph Trailers, tub trailer new, 260x80 0476019929 trailer new $2950 or will separate Ph 0497616187 Golf GTH 16’ 6’’, features, combo shw/tlt, gas h/wtr, 2 s/ beds, new 3 way Tri-axle plant trailer, elec brakes, fridge, phone for more great features, new tyres, VGC, stock crate to suit, reluctant sale -downsizing home, W64074 $7700 Ph 0427361335 lovely well kept van, many extras $14,500 Ph 0354951652 St Arnaud REDUCED 2000 Surplus building Used 8x5 tandem trailer Ph 0417824141 Hay, barley and rye grass, 60 bricks, new $500 for the lot or will Various potted plants, large and separate Ph 0457570421 large square bales $85 per bale Ph small great prices Ph 0353821130 0429954000 Warracknabeal REDUCED 2011 Traveller RV Vegetable seeds for home garden, camper trailer, king bed, grey, heavy Header parts to suit 1460 and 1640 Case headers, rear axle, dbl sided duty canvas, single axle, tailgate unusual, heritage, grown in shaker drive belt, new, 1/4 of new price lantern, 2x 90L water tanks, 2x LED Western Victoria, check out www. raregreenseeds.com.au $300 Ph 0407911884 lights, EC $3400 Ph 0412784365 0427544017

JD CTS 2 Maximiser header, chopper, chaff spreader, customer drawbar, grain tank cover, front tyres 90%, rear 30%, 4330 eng hrs, 2900 rot hrs, JD 930R front, tyne reel, Leith trailer, canola pickup front, spare parts, VGC $68,200 inc Ph 0427861316 Jetstream computer boomspray, 1000L, GC $1650 plus Gst Ph 0418345035

REDUCED NH TR88 header, 36’ REDUCED Windsor 638S limited Macdon front, perfect cond $38,500 Coromal 2009 Caravan, 16’ poptop, edition, 21’, lots of extras, EC, ensuite, inc Gst ono Ph 0428946395 as new cond, brand new cover, 2 low kms $35,000 Ph 0413445347 REDUCED Portable Lister shearing s/beds, a/c, heating, elec brakes, Windsor caravan 19’6”, island bed, plant, antique, villiers motor, runs reverse camera added $18,000 Ph reading lights, battery pack, skylight, well, used recently $1500ono Ph 0423967449 r/c, a/c, gas stove, microwave, fridge, 0419347160 rollout awning and walls, porta potty REDUCED Stevlon mobile trailing sheep feeder, 24 bag $1500 inc Gst $22,500 Ph 53820505 Ph 0457866027

Creative Grand Tourer 2005 19’ caravan, complete with full annex, island d/bed, a/c, 3 way fridge, gas oven and cooktop, microwave, VGC Windsor Statesman full size, dual axle, full sized annex, d/island bed, $18,000 Ph 0427991204 gas oven and cooktop, 3 way fridge, elec brakes $16,850 Ph 0427301165 Silo aeration/fumigation Smallaire fan on new adjustable base and pulleys $2400 Ph 0428944462 Tractor tyres, 2 @ 23x1x26, 12 ply, 90% tread $2000ono Ph 53542503 Jayco Flamingo campervan, tough Chef uniforms black and white, all Moyston offroad, 2000 model, VGC $12500ono EC, some brand new, size M $30 Ph Various field bins ranging from $3300 0400197914 Stawell Ph 0457809056 to $8800 inc Gst Ph 0428946395

Lost Cockatiel, grey/white, orange cheeks, goes by the name of Tilly, whistles and talks, last seen at showgrounds area of river Saturday May 9th Ph Geoff 0421670828

Necklaces, $400 for both or will separate Ph 0474323263

DH22 1949 Howard tractor and rotary hoe, complete nut and bolt, the best restoration with all receipts, welcome inspections $13,000 Ph 53891725

REDUCED 3pl Hayes 4’ PTO slasher, VGO $1200 plus Gst Ph 0429986227

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Household Items

REDUCED HMV old gramophone, Mickey Mouse cream radio, old violin in original case, old HMV wooden radio, Empire State radio, 3pc cane fishing rod, upright gramophone, bakelite and chrome overhead reel, solid brass fishing reel, will separate 12v crutcher, cooper shearer plant, Kirby G6 vacuum cleaner, shampoo Ph 53824316 moppet double grinder, hand pieces, outfit and spray painting outfit $200ono REDUCED Industrial flood light 250 pedestal elec drill, A-model Ford wire Ph 0408106446 HPS or 250MH comes with lamp and wheel, heaps of other quality goods Line trimmer kit, 2 stroke engine, spare ballast ignitor lamp to make Ph 0428663391 brush cutter that connects to same 250MP, never used, 240v $200ono Ph REDUCED Rangehood and glass 2 high-back folding camping chairs, shaft, 2 in 1 $120 Ph 0438644473 0409967815 Horsham ceramic cooktop and cleaning utensils EC $75 pair ono Ph 0408106446 Lockable roll-top desk with 8 Ride on mower, Husqvarna $150ono Ph 0409967815 Horsham 2 sets H7 LED h/lamp globe kits, new drawers, GC $500ono Ph 53521539 GTH2752TF, 270hrs, 2011, some REDUCED Westinghouse 60cm $35ea Ph 0408504029 spares $1600 Ph 0429922319 Ararat. steel freestanding stainless Air conditioner, Altise window mobile Metal tool box 1.15m long x 15cm Sheep manure, 6x4 trailer dishwasher, brand new, RP $1099 sell refrigerated cooling 15,000 BTU, used wide $30 Ph 0458014560 approximately 1 cubic metre, low seed, $700 Ph 53523885 twice due to rooftop upgrade $390 was delivered to Horsham Ph 0408920012 Dining room extendable table, $1100 new Ph 0439300079 Single roller door, 8’1” wide with extends from 4.5’ circle to 5.5’ oval Aluminium windows SH, 1 3MT x remote, tracks and motor $180 Ph approx. dark heavy wood, pedestal 1-470 MTS, 1 1-8 MTS x 1-3 MTS, leg, VGC $200 Ph 0407256517 0409967815 Horsham 1 1-7 MTS x .700MTS prices neg Ph 0408843210

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

mobility aids

Water pump (leader), suit small to medium size tank, new, RPP $300 sell $180 Ph Steve 0432502452 Horsham

Murray Harrow 30’ hydrolift, GC $800 Ph 53870503

Clothes & Accessories

For Sale

1 Aussie roof rafter, new $25 Ph Husqvarna hedge trimmer, 123 0408504029 HD60, 550m bar, EC $350 Ph 1 Sphere TV wall mounting bracket, 53826461 or 0429309491 new $32 Ph 0408504029 Husqvarna ride on mower, model 12’ x 7’ tri axle trailer $2200 Ph LTH2038, 2010, EC $2500ono Ph 0408808297 Horsham 0437412198

Pigs, spit size from $135 each, PIC# 3YKHF059 Ph 0481864397 Standardbred horses, paying $300 and all other types Ph 0448581211

For Sale

Now at NEW ADDRESS! 111 Yellow Box Dr, Craigieburn VIC 3064 ian@humehighwaytrucks.com.au Specialists in Heavy Duty Truck, Agricultural & Earthmoving Equipment

Ian: 0418 361 126

Ph: (03) 9305 3394

FINANCE AVAILABLE TO APPROVED CUSTOMERS, ASK US ABOUT RENT TO OWN

Wick wiper $1500 Ph 0427881236

2015 Kenworth T409

2003 Kenworth T604

Stock #12908. 08/2015. 510hp, fully auto. Very low k’s. Air brakes, 46-160 diffs, air bag 460 suspension. 70tonne rated. With PTO hydraulics. Vic RWC & registration..... ................................................. $169,000

Stock #12890. 06/2003. 550hp Cummins signature only 173,00 k’s. 18 Spd manual. Hi-rise sleeper, PTO hydraulics, bull bar & weigh scales. Vic RWC & registration........ ................................................... $66,000

Action 4 mobility scooter, EC, puncture proof tyres $1450 Ph 0419509550

Woodwork combination saw, Electric wheelchair, compact, Durden pace maker $500 Ph folding, near new, paid $2450 sell $1900ono Ph 0447724508 0429954000 Gopher, EC, bracket for walker on back $800ono Ph 0435602245 Household Items Buangor Ibosa Electric Scooter, EC, 2yo $900 2x 7pce glass top dining setting, GC firm Ph 0431215956 Ararat $250 each ono Ph 0428582315 Bench top elec oven and hot plates $75 Ph 0427840201 Coffee machine Bosch VeroBar, 100 fully automatic, GC $350ono Ph 0428582315 Dark brown round table, four chairs, GC $100 Ph 0427791774

2007 Freightliner Argosy

2009 Sterling LT9500

Stock #12803. 02/2007. 470hp Cummins ISX. Sleeper cab. Fully auto. Air brakes on Rockwell diffs & air suspension. Has good tyres, clean & tidy truck. Comes with PTO hydraulics, Vic RWC and reg......... $45,000

Stock #12695. 04/2009. 500hp Cat C15 engine, 18 speed manual gearbox. Air brakes, bogey diffs and air bag suspension. Bonneted sleeper cab. Comes with Vic RWC ................................................... $49,500

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Fantastic Furniture 5 seater Drake Modular lounge suite, VGC, new $900 selling for $500neg Ph 0417243954

REDUCED Electric wheelchair, Plush double mattress in GC $850 Guardian Aspire, GC $500ono Ph Ph 0474323263 0406533184

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

mobility aids

Motor Vehicles under $3000

Motor Vehicles $10,000 - $20,000 REDUCED

2016

white

Tenders

Public Notices

Holden

Trax, 1HR 5FI, auto, 5mths rego, 85,000kms, service up to date $12,000ono Ph 0416981621

Contract: C00909

REDUCED Subaru Forester LX2003, auto, leather seats, s/roof, r/racks, near roadworthy, 285,000kms, SIB214 $1900 Ph 53525760 Wheelchair, no further use, over $3000 new, sell $1500 Ph 0457589689

Motor Vehicles $3000 - $10,000

MOTORCYCLES

1986 Ford F 350, single rear wheels, 4x4 6x8 dropside trayback, 4sp manual, registered, diesel, 2018 CRF 250R, 2.1hrs on meter, as V8, 6.2 Chev, reasonable cond for new $8000ono Ph 0428243616 age of vehicle, 1LA2PY $8000 Ph Harley Davidson, 1976 shovelhead, 0497296607 1200cc, 5speed, fitted with sidecar, EC, best offer Ph 0434957205

REDUCED Mazda 3SP 2.5 hatch skye active, low kms 19800kms, 2015, auto, aircon, cruise, mags, apple touch screen ,12mths reg, RWC, EC, 1RF3UO $17,500 Ph 0409170577

Honda 125 dirt bike, seat height 700ml only, VGC, $1000 firm Ph 0429060349 Yamaha TTR 50E 2012, GC $999 Ph 0429885236

Motor Vehicle Accessories 1 towing, down ball load, indicator $40 Ph 0408504029 1984 Nissan Patrol Completor minus motor and gearbox, parts only $375 Ph 0411419516 Ararat

2002 CE Lancer, 4dr, 1.8ltr, immaculate, owned by one old REDUCED Nissan Navara Twin couple, RWC, 380,000kms, UWI798 Cab, 2009 D40, 4x4, 6spd manual, $3200ono Ph John 0427874213 Nhill RWC, 16’ alloy wheels, ABS brakes, 6 stacker CD player, 193,000kms, 12mths reg, 1DL4AS $13,000ono Ph

2 Philips D3S HID globes $120 pair Ph 0408504029

0423662397

Motor Vehicles over $20,000

3 & 1/2” Beaudesert exhaust, fits 2016 onwards 200 Landcruiser, paid $1700 sell $1000 Ph 0418981322

36 Ford sedan, steel body and chassis, partly restored, most original CMD Performance chip, suit Chrysler parts, no separating of parts, chassis 30CD or Jeep 3-0L CRDIV6 $285 Ph # 68TS4620 $8000 Ph 0417512892 0408504029 Nissan Navara Ute, 2010, 2-wheel Roof bars, suit SZ Territory, 2011-2016 $295 Ph 0408504029

Roof rack, suit Patrol or Ford Maverick $100ono Ph 0447981047 Steinbauer performance chip suit Colorado 2014-2019 $1000 Ph 0427840201

Notice of Declaration of Serviced Properties

Decommissioning of Road Structures GWMWater is an innovative water corporation providing, managing, operating and protecting water supply and sewerage systems within the Grampians, Wimmera and Mallee regions of Victoria. GWMWater invites tender submissions for Contract 00909 Decommissioning of Road Structures. This Contract includes three separable portions of work located throughout GWMWater’s service area and are as follows: 1. Decommissioning of Rural Roads Victoria Structures 2. Decommissioning of Structures North of the Borung Highway 3. Decommissioning of Structures South of the Borung Highway The scope of works is to fully remove the nominated road structures, disposal of any removed materials, backfilling to the required level and reinstatement of roadways. More information about this tender is available on our website at gwmwater.org.au/tenders. Enquiries are to be directed to GWMWater’s Senior Project Engineer, David McMaster on 1300 659 961 during business hours. Tenders close at 2 pm on Wednesday 24 June 2020. GWMWater reserves the right to accept tenders in part. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Mark Williams Managing Director

1. This notice applies to the Horsham water and sewer district. 2. Please take notice that, under Section 144 of the Water Act 1989, GWMWater declares the land described below as serviced properties: 27 Henry Street, Horsham Lots 1 and 2 PS831752Q Parish of Horsham 3. The services available to the land are water and sewer. 4. On and from 14 May 2020 the land described in paragraph two must be taken to be serviced properties. 11 McLachlan Street | PO Box 481 | Horsham Vic 3402 Call: 1300 659 961 bh | Faults: 1800 188 586 - 24 hrs info@gwmwater.org.au | www.gwmwater.org.au

11 McLachlan Street Horsham Call: 1300 659 961 bh info@gwmwater.org.au | gwmwater.org.au

Public Notices

2015 Toyota Landcruiser VX 4x4, 6spd auto, 4d wagon, sunroof, build 11/15, EC, pearl, black leather interior AGH205 $63,500 Ph 0419584430

drive, 12mths reg XLZ997 $7500ono Ph 53928225

Apex monthly paper drive is back

4WD

Motor Vehicles $10,000 - $20,000

Sunday 7th June from 8:30am

Leave your old news papers and catalogues out for residential curbside pick-up within the Horsham township. Any questions contact us at www.facebook.com/ ApexHorshamClub15

Toyota Landcruiser GX bench seats, VGC $650 Ph 0487216364 Toyota roof racks and 3 radiator hoses and both belts for Toyota Landcruiser 100 series, 2000 motor 4.5 $270 the lot Ph 0409967815 Horsham 1997 Toyota Landcruiser 100 series RV, EC, dual batteries, electric brakes, 376,000kms XMO736 $20,000 Ph Motor Vehicles Ford Maverick GQ Patrol ‘91 diesel, 0427897891 under $3000 2013 Ford Focus sport hatchback, RWC, 345,000km $13,000, further 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, blue blue, auto, satellite navigation, enquiries Ph 0498236187 Ararat station wagon, 6 cyl, no reg, Bluetooth,135,000kms, all services tow bar, 284,000kms, vin# done by Ford 1LL6QA $11,000 Ph 6MMTS6A46WTO54057, eng 0417841666 6G72M117203 $3000ono Ph 2014 plated Honda Accord UTIL, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS 0408847419 2.4L motor, 12mth reg, 106,000kms, 1EA8CY $18,000neg Ph 0427861784 Acoustic guitar x2, suit beginner/ 2016 Holden Cruze JH CD, hatch, 6spd, tiptronic, silver, rego till May intermediate, new strings and set 2020, service books, 60,000kms, up, EC $170 or will separate Ph 1HE1TY $13,000 Ph Keith Fischer 0432502452 0417691000

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1999 Holden Commodore Ute, 11mths reg, VG reliable vehicle QWO077 $1650 Ph 0434822953

REDUCED 2009 Holden VE SV6, 6spd manual, sidi engine, tyres 90%, RWC included, XLI098 $13,000 Ph 0429394619

2006 Hyundai Getz, manual, 4 door, reg until April 2020, would make perfect first car, 1PH1XV $3000ono Ph 0409358886 2x Daihatsu F10L, 1975, 4x4, 1 parts and 1 running $800 Ph 0429821539 Falcon AU Ute, 2002, auto, damaged, no tray, BTA714 $240 Ph 0490364260 Dimboola Falcon EB, sound mechanically, GC, registered, ZQI195 $800ono Ph 0427029051

REDUCED 2003 VY Commodore, 12mths rego, towbar, SGN821 $2800 Ph 0427881236

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

The Weekly Advertiser welcomes your advertising. We are required strictly by law to include specific information on some items when publishing your advertisement. A snapshot of your obligations are as follows: ROAD VEHICLES All advertisements for road vehicles must include a price, as well as: • A registration number, if registered • Either an engine number, VIN or chassis number if the vehicle is not registered.

Beale Vader piano, VGC, plays well

HINDMARSH SHIRE COUNCIL COVID-19 UPDATE

$500 Ph 53822409

COUNCIL CUSTOMER SERVICES

Sports Equipment Full set of Tour Special golf clubs, new cond, bag and buggy, new Niblick golf shoes size 9 and golf balls $700 Ph 0432274175

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Fertiliser spreader to tow behind quad bike Ph 0427156133

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With the gradual easing of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, the Hindmarsh Shire Customer Service Office in Nhill will be reopening for restricted hours for appointments only. From Tuesday 2 June 2020, appointments may be made between the hours of 10am to 12noon and 2pm to 3pm, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Appointments can only be made for services that cannot be otherwise resolved by telephone or online. Appointments must be made in advance by calling 03 5391 4444. Appropriate social distancing and increased hygiene procedures will be in place, and must be strictly adhered to at all times. For any queries, or to keep up to date with the latest information, please telephone our customer service centre on 03 5391 4444 between 9:30am and 3:30pm Monday to Friday or email info@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au or visit our website https://www.hindmarsh.vic.gov.au/covid-19-update. Greg Wood Chief Executive Officer

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nitions, especially surrounding social-gathering limits in training circumstances at ovals and on courts,” he said. “Our message is to stick to protocols announced last week until we know more. We just need to make sure. “It is better to take a conservative approach to do the right thing and keep the community safe.” Mr Muldoon said he had spoken to Wimmera and Horsham District club leaders about circumstances surrounding the State Government’s latest easing of restrictions.

AFL Wimmera Mallee has earmarked June 15 for a meeting to determine a definitive path for football and netball competitions across the region for the remainder of 2020. The meeting is the result of discussion involving Wimmera Football League, Wimmera Netball Association and Horsham District Football Netball League boards and presidents. Mr Muldoon said a return to training protocols last week was a step forward. “The health of our region can never

be compromised and that remains paramount in decision-making for players, coaches, volunteers and supporters,” he said. “The health of our region has and will always be our number-one priority.” Under broad community guidelines the State Government released last week, up to 20 people can participate in outdoor-group sport and exercise activities, provided all involved keep at least 1.5 metres apart. Community football and netball training guidelines based on strict ‘get

in, train and get out’ directions came into effect last week, before the weekend announcement. Under last week’s rules, outdoor training sessions could only occur in groups of no more than 10 people. In football, two groups could use an oval, provided the oval was split into two zones and that the groups did not interact. Netball was confined to one group per court, which became a designated zone. Again, groups from different zones could not mix.

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OUTDOOR FUN: Natimuk and District Gymnastic Club members have resumed group training after an eightweek hiatus, in line with State Government-imposed COVID-19 restrictions. The government has eased restrictions to allow outdoor fitness sessions for 10 people or fewer, 1.5 metres apart. Head coach Lynette Morrow said the move was ‘good news’ for the club and a step to ‘getting back’ to training. The club is running free fitness sessions for members in front of the gym on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Gymnasts have been allocated a session to ensure a maximum of 10 participants. Morrow, pictured leading a session, said the exercise was not only great for gymnasts’ physical health, but also their mental health and wellbeing. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

Three Wimmera sporting groups will receive money in the latest round of VicHealth Active Club Grants funding. Horsham Golf Club has a $2000 grant to introduce an entry-level coaching program for teenage girls and Wimmera District Golf will have $2678 to introduce Golf Australia’s MyGolf program, a program for boys and girls aged nine to 14 to learn how to play golf. Coughlin Park Bowls Club in Horsham will also receive $900 to introduce Bowls Victoria’s Jack Attack program to increase the participation of mothers, school children, people living with disabilities and older adults through a modified and fast-paced version of bowls. Member for Lowan Emma Kealy, in congratulating the organisations, said one of the key focuses of the funding round was to provide more opportunities for women and girls to become active through sport. VicHealth has extended the funding period for clubs to use the grant until the end of 2021, giving clubs more time to recover from the economic and social impact of COVID-19.

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A relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions at the weekend, while further opening opportunities for outdoor activities, sport and also swimming pools, fell short of including indoor sport. On June 22, if community transmission rates of COVID-19 remain low and testing rates remain high, the State Government will explore a further relaxation of restrictions. The expectation is that from that date, indoor fitness and recreation facilities will open with up to 20 people per space and up to 10 people per group or activity at any one time. In a queue of sporting enthusiasts awaiting a chance to resume indoor activities after a lengthy period of isolation are squash, badminton, table tennis, calisthenics, gymnastics and basketball players. Horsham Squash Club president Chris Warrick, while acknowledging an understanding for restrictions, admitted the wait and latest announcements had been frustrating. “It’s about doing the right thing by the community, we understand that,” he said. “If we could simply get back and practice it

would be fantastic, not only for the club but also the general public. “With squash in particular, we only ever have two people on the court and in isolation at one time. I would have thought the chance of sharing infection, unlike in larger groups, would be very low. But all we can do is look forward to getting back into it when we can. “Yes, the wait has been long but for us but the recovery will be quick. We have good flexibility and can run our club without spectators and gate-takings. “When we think we’re hard done by we need only look around to realise we’re really not that badly off.” Mr Warrick said being unable to regularly take part in sport had a broad impact on community health. “There is the importance of fitness for a start, but for us it is also the sense of community and socialising that goes with most sport. And that has been severely lacking,” he said. Horsham Table Tennis Association vice-president Jeff Pekin said his organisation’s members were ‘overjoyed’ in having greater clarity about when they could resume their sport. “It will be great to be able to get sport up and running for any association, indoors or outdoors, especially for everyone’s mental health,” he said.

GET YOUR MOTOR RUNNING: Wimmera Kart Racing Club member Anthony Taylor, left, prepares to take his go-kart for a spin at Dooen Recreation Reserve, and above, fellow member Lloyd Wilson gets fired up on the track. Go-karters are making a careful return to their sport after a long break due to COVID-19 restrictions. Pictures: PAUL CARRACHER

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Wimmera Kart Racing Club vice-president Remo Luciani of Horsham has a break after joining club-mates in a return to social racing at Dooen Recreation Reserve. Luciani, a regional go-karting icon, said the two-month break through COVID-19 restrictions had been the longest time he had been out of the sport in 40 years of racing. “It’s just like riding the horse. It doesn’t change,” he said. Club members, following strict social-distancing and sporting guidelines, ventured onto the track last week and will be back ‘in the saddle’ for a social drive this Friday and Saturday. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

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26 Dodgshun St – Featuring 3 double bedrooms all with robes and split systems, main has access into the bathroom, a study big enough for a 4th bedroom if needed, a formal lounge, a massive open plan kitchen-dining- living area with a wood heater and split system, modern kitchen with plenty of bench space and electric appliances including a dishwasher and a modern bathroom with a separate toilet. Outside you will find a brilliant decked pergola, a 20 panel solar power system, 20ft x 30ft garage with concrete floor and power which is accessed from a very wide rear lane and a double carport.

181 Scott St – Built in 1909 this period style home features 4 double bedrooms, spacious bathroom with bath and separate shower, large lounge with a wood heater, kitchen with electric stove, formal dining room and lovely pressed tin ceilings and evap cooling. Outside there is a paved pergola and a garden shed all on a generous size block. The property is a convenient short walk to the main street. Currently rented for $245pw until at least 7th April 2020.

31 Hammill St – It contains 2 bedrooms with polished boards, ceiling fans and one with BIR’s, the 3rd bedroom has carpet and a walk in wardrobe. The laundry has a shower, vanity, toilet and trough with washing machine taps. The main bathroom is at the front of the house with a shower over the bath, vanity and separate toilet. The open plan kitchen, lounge, dining is a generous size with polished floor boards, gas cooking, evaporative cooling, gas heater and wood heating. Outside you will find a carport that runs the length of the house, extensive decking and shedding, perfect for entertaining and of course the “man cave”, rear gate access and river views from the back yard.

30 Ford St – Here’s a comfortable home that you could quite easily occupy and “make home” or just as easily rent, commencing or adding to your rental portfolio. Rentals are in demand in smaller regional towns. Set on approx. a quarter acre the 3 bedroom home, plus an additional office or small b/room, features polished boards throughout. The lounge has an inset free standing wood heater and air conditioner. The light and airy kitchen has an electric stove, dbl sink and walk in pantry. The bathroom/laundry features a spa bath, separate shower, modern vanity and single trough. Two of the bedrooms have BIR’s.

Price: $219,900

Price: $165,000

Price: $169,500

Price: $109,000

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Lots 29-36 Ross and Railway St – A large parcel of industrial land has become available adjacent to the railway line in the north east corner of Warracknabeal. The land consists of 4 lots facing Ross St. measuring in total approx. 3122 m2 and 4 lots facing Railway St. measuring in total approx. 3819 m2. An all up total of approx. 6941 m2. All to be sold as one parcel. There is an all weather gravel road on the north and east sides of the parcel, an unmade laneway down the west side and security mesh fencing on the south side joining an industrial block with shed.

23 Napier St – This weatherboard home is well worth a second look. featuring 3 bedrooms plus study, large open plan living/ meals area, split system A/C, family friendly bathroom and wood heating. Outside the generous size block has a single carport, outdoor entertaining area, 2 storage sheds and a rainwater tank with a pump. The current tenants would like to stay long term with their lease expiring on 15/5/2018. The home is currently rented at $180pw.

22 Molyneaux St – Take a look and crunch the numbers on this weatherboard home. Currently rented for $220pw with the current tenants in a lease until at least 9th November 2020 this property is a real investment winner. It features 3 bedrooms, lounge with a gas heater, dining with a split system, electric stove in the kitchen and evaporative cooling. Outside there is a single garage, single carport, pergola, 2x rain water tanks and rear access via a lane. The home is only a short walk from the main street.

24 Vickery St – Set on the edge of the Little Desert National Part and the Kiata Flora and Fauna Reserve is this lovely restored church. Featuring 2 bedrooms, modern bathroom, internal laundry, wood heater, modern kitchen with electric cooking, 2 split system A/C’s, and almost brand new stair case leading to the master bedroom. Outside on the 4000m2 (approx) block you’ll find a 16mx 7.5m shed, external toilet, garden shed, 2 Rainwater tanks, and fantastic established garden. The property is on 2 titles and is set roughly half way between Melbourne and Adelaide.

Price: $129,900

Price: $195,000

Price: $69,900 plus GST if applicable

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40 Anderson St – A good number of years ago now this site was going to be a unit development with 5 units already built on adjacent blocks but now we are selling this 9838m2 block in 2 titles. Some of the services were laid at the start by the original developers. The property is close to the Yarriambiack Shire office, Warracknabeal Leisure Centre and 2 blocks from the main street.

Price: $129,000

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60 Scott St – Here is a fantastic opportunity to purchase your own profitable business. Ideal for a husband wife partnership, this business has been showing consistent profits over the years. The current owners are welling to help the new owners get established and with advertising and the buying of stock. The freehold is also included in the price. The building is a brick building in the main street of Warracknabeal opposite the newsagency and CBA Bank. The building has rear car parking and access. Purchasing options available.

144 Scott St – The hotel has had extensive renovations completed recently, with new toilets, fresh paint, store room, floor covering and a completely revamped beer garden. There is a spacious bar and 2 dining rooms to cater for a comfortable 110 people. Upstairs there is a 5 bedroom managers residence and 8 lettable rooms. The hotel comes fully equipped and there is even room for further development. This hotel is showing excellent figures and is ideal for a husband and wife team plus casual staff or 2 couples to run jointly. One of only 2 hotels currently open in the town, the Royal Mail is a fantastic business opportunity for someone looking to get into an easy to run country pub.

65 Woods St – Don’t worry about asking me any questions about this home you will just have to come and inspect it for yourself. It’s huge. With the possibility of 7 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, 2 showers, 2 toilets, 4 living areas including the former bank chamber, evap cooling, split system, instant gas hot water, modern bathroom, balcony, double carport with rear access. Ideal for living in and using part of it to run a small business from STCA with prominent main street frontage.

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Units 1-4, 67 High St – Beat the share market crash by investing into block of units. These four 1 bedroom units each have a kitchen with electric stove, lounge with Ref A/C, combined bathroom and laundry with a basin, shower over bath and toilet. Each unit has it’s own electric hot water service and at the rear of the property there is a six bay carport for the tenants use. This property is just a short walk to the school and to the shops.

2 Daphne St – Tranquil living in a small country town. Set on approx. 1800 sq. mts on high point in Jeparit. Views to west and river. 4 b/ room steel framed brick veneer with spacious outdoor living area (like another room), large open plan living area with bay window to west. Elec. appliances with d/washer. Elec. zoned in-floor heating, ducted evap. cooling, split system a/c. BIR’s, master with walk in robe & vanity, spa bath in bathroom. Dbl garage with roll a doors, massive r/w storage, exc. fences and so much more.

13 Bowman St – This brick clad home features 2 double bedrooms, central bathroom, combined kitchen and dining with an gas stove and plenty of cupboard space, good size lounge with ref A/C and electric heater, external laundry, single car shed and a large back yard. The home is currently rented for $155pw with a tenant that hopes to stay on.

Price: $299,000

Price: $218,500

Price: $99,000

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3 Menin Ave – This charming home has had an extensive renovation by qualified builders and now is as good as new. Featuring an open plan kitchen/meals/living area, 3 double bedrooms with with BIR’s and fans, an office, spectacular bathroom, split system A/C and new floor coverings throughout. Outside there is a paved BBQ area, double garage with a storage room all on a well fenced block only a short walk to the Yarriambiack Creek.

10 Lyle St – This 809m2 approx block would make an ideal spot to build your new home STCA. Just a short walk to the shops, Primary Schools, Churches and the walking tracks around the Yarriambiack Creek. This property has the water connected already and power is out the front making the connections easy. The block is flat and has a couple of established trees and a garden shed.

1557 Dimboola-Rainbow Rd – Set on approx 1 acre at Antwerp is this 2013 built home. Featuring 2 living areas, galley style kitchen with electric cooking, 3 bedrooms, bathroom with shower and separate bath, split system, wood heater and NBN connected. Outside is a fantastic deck that runs the full length of the house with an undercover BBQ area. On the colour bond roof is a 20 panel solar power system, 3 bay American Barn style garage complete with concrete floor, power and a mezzanine floor. The waste water is a ozzi clean system which treats the waste and there are 2 rainwater tanks in conjunction as the Wimmera Mallee pipe line, which is connected.

1a Rainbow Rd – Set in a perfect location just a short walk to the main street and with fantastic views of the Yarriambiack Creek. This weather board home features 3 bedrooms, spacious lounge- dining room with a gas log heater and a split system A/C, galley style kitchen with a gas stove and a functional bathroom with a shower and baby bath in the bottom of it. Outside the corner block gives you great access to the back yard through the steel frame carport, you’ll also find an older workshop, garden shed, fernery, outdoors laundry and a brick paved pergola.

Price: $239,000

Price: $49,990

Price: $310,000

Price: $115,000

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• Modern attractive 2 bed. Townhouse • Spacious open living area with gas heating • Evap air conditioning • Close to shops & walk to river • Single lock-up garage & small yard • Vacant possession available

• Spacious living/dining area with access to yard • Bright kitchen with loads of storage • Gas Heating & evap. air-conditioning • 2 bedrooms with BIR’s • Easy walk to CBD & river precincts • Vacant possession available

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• Mr & Mrs W are investors for a 3 - 4 bedroom W/B in the Sunnyside area up to $250,000 - $275,000 • Mr & Mrs P want to buy a 3 -4 bedroom good W/B or a BV in the Horsham West area - up to $280,000 - $300,000 • Mr T is a buyer for a 4 bedroom W/B in Sunnyside area. IMMEDIATE INSPECTION up to $250,000 Horsham | 7 Clara Court

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McKenzie Creek | 57 Bakers Road

• Stylish 3 bedroom Townhouse • Split system heating/cooling plus fans • 2 living areas • Private courtyard and secluded outdoor living • Double auto garage with access to court yard • Good access to river, schools & Dooen Rd

• Leafy block in the Haven area • Simply idyllic 2 acres(approx) • 5 bay modern steel shed with power • Mains water and fully fenced • Just a place to get away!

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Murtoa | 53 Hamilton Street

$115,000

• Affordable 3 bedroom home • Wood fire & split system • Upright gas stove • Good cabinetry in kitchen • Split system in master bedroom • 2 small garden sheds

Pimpinio| 39 Church Street

$295,000

$239,500

• Centrally located large property • Well maintained 4 bedroom home • Modern bathroom and laundry • Freestanding 6x9 metre games room or office • Walking distance from the Wimmera Base Hospital and city centre

• Recently renovated 4 bedroom WB • 15 minutes from Horsham or Dimboola • Modern electric kitchen • 2 living areas • 2 bay garage plus other sheds

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• Ideal 1st home • 3 bedrooms, master with BIR’s • Separate living with gas heating and reverse A/C • Kitchen & dining combined • Upgraded bathroom • Steel cladding installed

• Very well appointed modern 1 bedroom unit • Central location • Set on its own private site • Includes ensuite bathroom, laundry • Open living area • Vacant possession available.

$190,000

• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Stylish brick veneer in need of modernisation • Surrounded by modern homes • Close to Lutheran/Horsham primary schools. • Easy access to CBD

$180,000 open this Saturday 10:15–10:45am

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Horsham | 19A Henry Street

$239,000 open this Saturday 10:15–10:45am

• Spacious modern living areas • Double auto garage with access to back yard • Central Heating & cooling • Open kitchen with loads of storage • Ensuite & walk-in robe • Central living at its best

Horsham | 2/28 Pryors Road

• Quality craftsman built home • Formal lounge & dining plus 2 other living areas • Kitchen, dining & family room overlook pool • 4 bedrooms with stunning views • Very large water storage, huge steel shed • Beautiful, manicured gardens

• Spacious living room area • 3 double bedrooms • Split system heating & cooling • Dual access bathroom • Pergola area and garden shed • Set on a separate Title

Horsham | 29 McPherson Street

$299,000 open this Saturday 11:15–11:45am

• Blue Ribbon property - resort feel. • 5 bedrooms plus study, • Multiple huge living areas • Kitchen-gas appliances-garden & pool views • Triple garage & caravan port • 2 1/2 acre creek frontage

Horsham | 1 Ashwin Walk

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