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JUNIOR footballers Mitchell Graham, of Moe Lions U14s, and Jack Hudson, of Hill End U12s, joined the 100 club at the weekend, both boys achieving 100 games for their respective clubs. Mitchell kicked one goal and Jack booted three, adding a little extra excitement to a big day out.

Local workers a priority - Garnaut and other alternatives are slow to develop, I am recommending a billion dollars be put aside for support for structural adjustment in areas like Latrobe Valley, which would be a leading candidate for this support in my view,” he said. “For those who are concerned about their jobs if this went ahead, there will be other opportunities, such as carbon capture and storage, or gas-based power, but I’ve also given a high priority to structural adjustment for local workers

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CLIMATE change expert Professor Ross Garnaut has assured Latrobe Valley residents that their jobs are a high priority. Speaking to The Voice on Monday, Prof Garnaut said he didn’t want people to become jobless if the Hazelwood and Yallourn power stations were to be used intermittently – as he recommended in his most recent carbon review. “If there’s pressure on the industry,

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that may be aﬀected.” Prof Garnaut was in the Valley on Tuesday, April 12, for Latrobe City’s inaugural Low Carbon Transition Committee meeting and said the way forward for the Valley lay in carbon capture and storage technology. “It will be a challenge for this area to adapt, but Latrobe Valley has a lot of opportunities. It has a huge brown-coal resource, which will have more value than ever if carbon capture and storage turns out to be commercially viable.

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“If the technology will work anywhere in the world, it’ll work in Latrobe Valley, as coal cost is very low here, which will lower the cost of capture and storage,” he said. Carbon capture and storage technology is used to capture CO2 emissions and store them underground, rather than being released into the atmosphere. Continued on P2

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Nail gun charges MORWELL man Justin Hare, 39, was refused bail and will remain in custody until facing five charges on Tuesday, July 19. These include assault, intentionally cause serious injury, and threatening police with inflicting serious injury. Latrobe Valley Magistrates court heard that Mr Hare allegedly fired a nail gun at Catherine Wilkinson on Sunday,

December 26, 2010, while she was sleeping, before ﬁring at her from close range with the nail gun, hitting her in the thigh. Mr Hare allegedly went on to drop a 32” TV on Ms Wilkinson’s head, causing lacerations, before using the TV cable to choke her until she lost consciousness. The court heard that upon regaining consciousness, Ms

Wilkinson attempted to escape, and was shot eight times with the nail gun, including once in the throat, before being punched and kicked in the body. She then escaped to the Morwell police station before receiving treatment at Latrobe Regional Hospital. The court also heard that Ms Wilkinson was threatened with

death if she made a statement. upon his arrest, Mr Hare allegedly showed no remorse and claimed the victim had inﬂicted the injuries herself. Magistrate Edwin Batt cited concern for the victim’s safety as reason for refusing bail. “I am concerned that further oﬀence may be committed, the risk is unacceptable,” he said.

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Woman assaults partner MOE woman Chantelle Franssen, 21, pleaded guilty to assaulting her partner on Saturday, February 5, this year. The Latrobe Valley Magistrates Court heard that she was intoxicated and, following an argument over

turning music down, she struck her partner. When he attempted to call police, she struck the phone out of his hands, and knocked him down before pulling the phone from the wall. She then struck him three times in the

face, as well as attempting to throw empty alcohol cans at him. Magistrate Edwin Batt ruled that Ms Franssen attend anger management and drug and alcohol counselling and recorded no conviction.

Case adjourned YINNAR resident David Morrison, 36, who faces a charge of by deception dishonestly obtaining property, has had his case adjourned until Monday, July 25. Mr Morrison is alleged to have dishonestly obtained

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a diamond yellow and gold wedding ring set worth $1250. The Latrobe Valley Magistrates Court heard that Mr Morrison purchased the ring set on eBay then obtained a bank chargeback, returning his money to him.

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Prof Garnaut had only praise for the Latrobe Valley’s potential for power generation, and said that he didn’t think a complete shutdown of brown coal production was needed. “Because we already have all the infrastructure for power transmission in the Latrobe Valley, it’s an excellent place for gas-based power. In the transition away from coal power if carbon capture and storage isn’t possible, gas can become the main solution,” he said. In order for this technology to be successful, the government would need to help, said Prof Garnaut. “It’s going to be necessary for the government to support the new technology, through research and development and such. I’ve speciﬁed in my review that a certain amount of carbon revenue should go toward that,” he said.

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NEWS BRIEF Rezoning approved PLANNING Minister Matthew Guy last week approved a further 262 hectares of new residential land for Traralgon and Moe, creating the potential for more than 3,000 new homes in the Latrobe Valley.

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THE latest Victorian Property Sales Report shows wildly fluctuating housing sales but local real estate agents are confident the Latrobe Valley is in great shape. The report shows that the number of sales fell by up to 24.5% in some towns in the Valley, while in others the growth was as much as 86%. Scott Hoare, director of Stockdale and Leggo Trafalgar, said that the biggest issue when reading the report was that it showed all the information without a proper context. “In 2008 and 2009, we had around 400 sales in Trafalgar, and I think 200 in Yarragon. Because of that, 2010 was a little quiet,” he said. “The market in our area is definitely in good shape, and it’s only going to grow. “In terms of prices, it’s just luck of the draw. One quarter could have been a lot of new homes sold on the higher end, whereas the next quarter could have been older houses.” Michael Ray, sales agent at Rennie Property Sales, had

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similar sentiments regarding the market in Latrobe Valley. “We’ve been open for just over six years, and February this year was our busiest month in those six years. We’ve had fairly steady prices over the last 12 months, and steady growth at around 15 per cent,” he said. Mr Ray said one of the major factors in the Latrobe Valley’s market having consistent growth

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was the recent media about the Valley being a great location. “With all the latest press about the Valley and the property here, we’re expecting an increase from Melbourne investors. A lot of them are surprised when they come down here and can still buy a three-bedroom property in Morwell for $140,000 to $150,000,” he said.

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STATE Government Ministers Michael O’Brien and Terry Mulder are in the Latrobe Valley this week to discuss the Princes Freeway closure along with the challenges confronting the energy industry. Mr O’Brien, the Minister for Energy and Resources, visited on Tuesday while Mr Mulder, the Minister for Roads, will make his foray into the region on Thursday.

Mr Mulder conﬁrmed in Parliament his visit to the region would focus on strategies for coping with the expected large volumes of traﬃc over the Easter period.

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NEWS BRIEFS Toilet removal TOILETS at the Kerry Rd car park in Morwell National Park will be removed by the end of April. Parks Victoria ranger in charge Andy Gillham said the toilets were built over 30 years ago and were simply at the end of their serviceable life.

Coal protest FIVE protesters on Monday chained themselves inside the State Government oﬃces at Treasury Place in Melbourne in a protest against a new coal-ﬁred power station being proposed for the Latrobe Valley. The protesters called for the State and Federal Governments to withdraw funding for the controversial new HRL plant.

Stimulus package A $10 million stimulus package for the Valley, announced last week, will help to promote jobs and economic growth. Announcing the funding, Minister Peter Ryan said: “The Coalition Government is committed to creating new prosperity, more opportunities and better quality of life for the Latrobe Valley region. “The stimulus package represents a strong government commitment to helping the local region capitalise on its advantages.”

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Weekend accidents claim three lives By Tristan O’Kane

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A SPATE of collisions at the weekend has ended in three people from the Latrobe Valley losing their lives. A sedan that was travelling north on the Hyland Highway, about 4km south of Gormandale, collided with a utility travelling south around 7pm last Friday evening. The impact of the collision caused the sedan to split in two and both vehicles caught ﬁre. The two occupants of the sedan died at the scene. The three occupants of the ute, two men and a child from Moe, were seriously injured. The 28-year-old driver was airlifted to the Alfred hospital and the sevenyear-old child was airlifted to the Royal Children’s Hospital. The 41-year-old passenger was taken by ambulance to the Latrobe

Regional Hospital. In a separate incident, a 68-yearold Jeeralang Junction woman died following a single-vehicle collision at Jeeralang Junction on Saturday afternoon. Police oﬃcers believe the woman’s Toyota Corolla was travelling east on Lindners Rd east of Junction Rd around 2.30pm. It appears the driver lost control causing the vehicle to leave the roadway and roll down an embankment. Police at the scene estimated the car came to rest 80m below the road. The Jeeralang woman was the sole occupant of the vehicle and died at the scene. A 24-year-old Hazelwood female was airlifted to hospital in Melbourne early Friday afternoon after a collision took place on

Boldings Rd in Churchill. The female was driving a Honda Jazz when it collided head on with a medium rigid truck near Farrans Rd. The driver sustained serious injuries as a result of the crash and is in a critical condition. Police are staging a big Easter Blitz this year, according to senior constable Andrew Milbourne from the Morwell police precinct. Operation Crossroads will be conducted from midnight on Thursday, April 21, to midnight on Tuesday, April 26. The blitz will aim to increase driver awareness and journey

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Bite taken out of dental wait times IN 2009, if you were put on the Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) waiting list for new false teeth, you would be expecting to get your dentures about now. Then, public patients needing general treatment, getting dentures, having teeth removed, cleaned or sealed had to wait 27 months – or 820 days – to be seen. But the LCHS has since cut waiting times to less than six months, the shortest period ever. LCHS chief executive oﬃcer Ben Leigh said several initiatives had contributed to reduced waiting times, particularly in the past two years. These include an extra four dental chairs being operated from the new LCHS headquarters in Morwell and a training

associated trauma. Police will maintain a highly visible presence on major highways and arterial roads during the campaign period. The primary focus will be speed, alcohol and fatigue enforcement. Other identiﬁed problem areas such as unsafe overtaking, mobile-phone use, seat-belt compliance and failure to comply with traﬃc control signals and signage, will be addressed.

program for student dentists who work alongside senior clinicians. “What the problem is in rural areas is getting the dental workforce,” Mr Leigh said. “We have gone from 11 operators, which is a combination of dentists and dental therapists, to 19 operators in two years.” Mr Leigh said the service had also worked hard to improve eﬃciency, including introduction of after-hours services. “We see more people with the same workforce. We found that there were ways to do things diﬀerently that allowed us to see more people,” he said. The dental service expects to see more than 10,000 patients at its Moe, Churchill, Morwell and Warragul sites in the year to 2011.

Tutsan the target at Tarra Bulga TEAMS from the Department of Sustainability and Environment and Parks Victoria have been out this week spreading the fungus called “tutsan rust”, which stops the growth of an invasive weed. The areas where the fungus will benefit bushland are Tarra Bulga National Park and Kinglake, where the 2009 bushfires made an impact. Following these fires, the DSE saw an infestation of tutsan in areas of bushland regenerating after the fires. According to a representative from the DSE: “Tutsan can grow in undisturbed bushland and can compete strongly with native species, putting native ecosystems at risk.” The method to reduce infestations of tutsan is apparently simple and effective: yellow spores of tutsan rust are mixed with water and sprayed on the underside of leaves, then the plants are wrapped in plastic bags for two days. The rust is specific to tutsan and safe to native ecosystems.

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Flood damage prompts move to Traralgon DUE to flood damage to the Moe Racing Club track, this year’s Anzac Day race meet will be held at Glenview Park in Traralgon. The day will involve an Anzac Day flag raising, big screen with racing action from around Australia, a jumping castle and musical entertainment by Super Sonic, said Brendan Blackshaw, club manager. “The late transfer has thrown a bit of a spanner in the

works…but we are doing our best to try and get approval to run this star attraction on the day,” he said. The club will again auction off naming rights for the races on eBay, with all bids to be finalised by 9.12am on Friday, April 15. “This style of promotion is a bit unique and it’s something that people loved last time we did it,” said Mr Blackshaw. Club chairman Brian Quigley

said he was excited to be holding an extra meeting at the track. “The transfer comes on the back of recent news that we’ll be racing at Traralgon on Caufield Cup Day in 2011, so things are really looking up for us. “It’s great to be able to run a couple of extra meetings because the residents of the Latrobe Valley have indicated in the past through their

attendance that they enjoy a day at the races in Traralgon,” he said.

NEWS BRIEFS Anniversary celebrations AS part of its 25th anniversary celebrations, the Latrobe Chorale will present excerpts from Part 2 of Handel’s ‘Messiah’ at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Kay St, Traralgon, on Good Friday at 3pm. Entry is by donation. All welcome to attend.

Baw Baw growth Gates open Monday, April 25, at 11.45am with the flag raising kicking the day off at 12.45pm then the first race just after 1pm.

Eisteddfod showcases dancers’ talents DANCERS and singers have travelled from as far afield as Melbourne for the 16th TRUenergy Yallourn Dance Eisteddfod, being held at Moe Town Hall until Wednesday, April 11. Competitors twirled and pirouetted in sections including classical ballet, jazz, tap, song and dance, and nationals. The final evening features a multicultural grand finale, showcasing the depth of talent of those competing.

ACCORDING to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Baw Baw Shire is the sixth fastest growing municipality in Victoria. Figures released at the start of April showed the population for Baw Baw back in June 2010 was estimated to be 42,921, an additional 1,570 people on the previous year.

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Wild dogs targeted By Niall Boyle

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THE Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has targeted wild dogs in the Valley as part of a new baiting program across Gippsland. Packs of feral dogs have been reported in the areas outside of Yallourn and Yallourn North, and the new program aims to create a 3km buffer zone between public and private property – keeping dogs away from livestock and bushwalkers. DPI director of invasive plants and animals Brendan Roughead said that wild dogs were a problem in Gippsland. “There’s a problem around the northern end of Mt Baw Baw – and we’ve also received complaints from Yallourn and Yallourn North,” he said. “The new program is designed to bait animals before they can move into public or private property.” Approximately 500 feral dogs a year are killed in the area by trapping and shooting methods. Landholders experiencing problems with feral dogs can send a request for assistance to senior wild dog controller Glenn Lineham on 5336 6608.

Ride for the kids THE Great Aussie pub ride for the kids will be held this Saturday, April 16. The event is a gold coin donation per person, with a bistro lunch, as well as auctions and raffles, with all proceeds going to the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. If you don’t have a bike, you can bring your vintage vehicle, road car, 4WD or even walk if you’re keen. For more information call 5127 1801.

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NEWS BRIEFS ABOUT 150 junior archers plus family members, coaches and team managers will head to Toners Lane, Morwell, for the week-long Latrobe City Youth National Archery Championships. The event, to be held from Saturday, April 23, to Friday, April 29, will be held at the Latrobe City Archery Park. The championships will decide the best individual and state teams in Australia for target archery, ﬁeld archery and clout events. Enquiries: Twin City Archers Gippsland on 0429 429 240.

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BRIDGES on Argyle will expand to become the largest motel and conference facility in Traralgon. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) has approved plans to build an additional 15 motel rooms, which will bring the total to 57 motel rooms and apartments. Steve Hazelman, manager of Bridges on Argyle, said construction should begin soon. “We hope to start construction of these units in early May, which will provide work for over 20 diﬀerent

trades, and BFN Developments will be building them,” he said. Bridges on Argyle originally applied for the permit 12 months ago, which was approved by the Latrobe City Council seven votes to one at the time. Butch Lee, director of Bridges on Argyle, said he couldn’t wait to get the project underway. “Currently we’re ﬂat out with customers, the amount of demand in Traralgon is huge so we have to keep going. There wouldn’t be a stronger town in country Victoria than Traralgon at the moment,” he said. The development will cost around $2.2 million, which will bring the total

▪ An artist’s impression of the motel expansion. investment to around $9 million, but Mr Lee said he was in no rush to keep expanding. “We’ve only been here for two years, so we’re going to have a breather and see how it goes. If

demand and growth of the town keeps going the way it has though, we may need to go for a stage three,” he said. The new motel rooms are set to open in October.

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Drug clinics FAST Forward Drug Treatment Clinics – providing access to health services for people with alcohol, drug and mental health issues – operate from Morwell and Moe every day except Thursday. Run by the Latrobe Community Health Service, the clinics are open on a “walk up” basis, with no appointments necessary. The clinics have reduced waiting times for treatment from ﬁve weeks to same or next day. They operate from 81-87 Buckley St, Morwell, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am to 2pm, and from 4244 Fowler St, Moe, also from 10am to 2pm. Enquiries: 1800 242 696.

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POLICE are still hunting for a serial flasher in the Moe area. Last month, a man exposed himself to a mother and her 15-year-old daughter at the Moe Botanic Gardens’ foot bridge at around 7pm TRARALGON man Jim Cantwell is the lucky on March 28. winner of a return trip for two from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie courtesy of the Latrobe Valley The man is described as being in his 30s, Caucasian and solidly Voice and Skywest Airlines. Jim’s name was build, with curly light brown hair and wearing thick-framed glasses. drawn from over 2,000 entries. In addition Detective senior constable Ben Hodson urged Moe residents to to his flights, Jim will receive five nights report any suspicious activity to the Latrobe Criminal Investigations accommodation, courtesy of the Voice. Unit (CIU). General manager Bruce Betts said: “The “People should be aware of an individual matching the above response was quite overwhelming and description, or acting suspiciously, and shouldn’t hesitate to give many thanks to all of our readers for us a call,” he said. participating.” Jim will make the trip to WA The man was previously reported to authorities in November, before June, and thanked Skywest for the when a female jogger alerted police to a suspicious male following fantastic opportunity. “I’ve never been to her. Kalgoorlie before – but I’m really looking forward to it.” If you have any further information call Crimestoppers on 1800 ▪ Competition winner Jim Cantwell pictured with Voice general manager Bruce Betts and editor Niall Boyle. 333 000 or Det snr const Hodson at Latrobe CIU on 5131 5046.

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Dave’s championship medals. By Bryce Campbell

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LATROBE Valley Aero Club’s own David Knowles is a champion twice over, winning the Australian Light Aircraft Championships (ALAC) and the Wings International aerobatics competitions. The events, held by the Royal Newcastle Aero Club recently, are a massive achievement for Dave, who also won the ALAC aerobatics last year.

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“I won the championships last year, which means I was invited into the internationals this year. I also won the championships this year,” he said. The Wings International competition takes the best pilot from Australia in each category and pits them against the best pilot from New Zealand. While Dave was modest about his achievement, he actually scored a perfect 100 points against the New Zealand

champion Paul O’Neill. “I hadn’t seen the points until just now, I didn’t think I went as well as that,” he said. “I was surprised how close it was when I saw his (Paul’s) replay video, he ﬂew really well.” Gerard Taylor, chief pilot and chief ﬂying instructor at LVAC, said it was great that a local had done so well. “A lot of people don’t even know we’re here. The club has been around for 61 years, and on this site for 50, but we’re a

Employers’ fines ‘a pittance’ By Bryce Campbell

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A MAJOR union has described Federal Court fines to two Yallourn companies for unlawful duress applied to workers as a “pittance”. Last week, Mechanical Engineering Corporation Pty Ltd (MEC) and Mechanical Engineering Services Pty Ltd (MES) were fined $58,300 for unlawful duress applied to 37 workers in 2006 and 2007. MEC and MES have been given fines of $20,000 and $30,000 respecitvely. The owner and director of both companies, Anthony Eliott, was fined $5,000 and Glenn Crisp, former administrator of MEC, was fined $3,300. Steve Dodd, Australia Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) Gippsland regional organiser, metals division, said: ”It’s a pittance in my view, considering the trauma they put the employees and families through. We’re talking about real people here,” Mr Dodd said. “I’m very disappointed that they’ve gotten off lightly. I’m disappointed the

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ombudsman didn’t go after them for damages for employees,” he said. Justice Anthony North imposed the ﬁnes after the accused admitted they were involved in applying unlawful duress to the 37 workers in an attempt to get them to sign workplace agreements. MEC and Mr Eliott also admitted to breaching the workers’ freedom of association rights by dismissing the workers because they were trying to negotiate better industrial conditions. The decision by the Federal Court is the end of a long road for the former MES employees, said Mr Dodd. “I’m surprised it has taken so long, and that there hasn’t been more eﬀort given to getting some compensation to the workers themselves. They were bullied by the employers – their families were too,” he said. “From our point of view – we don’t want that type of employer working in this area. It’s not good for the people who work in the Latrobe Valley to have an employer like this in this region.”

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dying breed, it’s hard to find aero clubs these days let alone active ones,” he said. Dave said that anyone who has ever wanted to fly or do aerobatics should give the sport a go. “Some people mightn’t like aerobatics, they might get sick, but if you really want to do it you’re motivated by how enjoyable it is. It takes a lot of work and fitness, but if you put in the effort you can do well,” he said. “Flying is one of those things you can procrastinate about, but you really have to try it.”

LATROBE City residents throw out more garbage and put more recyclables into their general waste than residents anywhere else in Gippsland. An audit of 200 garbage bins and 200 green waste bins across six Gippsland municipalities has revealed that Latrobe households dispose of 9.56kg of garbage on average every week, with 4.54kg – or a little under half - being compostable food waste. On average 1.36kg of recyclables are tossed

into the general waste bin of Latrobe residents every week. The audit, by the Gippsland Regional Waste Management Group (GRWMG) in the municipalities of Latrobe, Baw Baw, East Gippsland, South Gippsland, Bass and Wellington, shows average food waste is still the major component – more than 40% – of all garbage thrown out. Garden waste pushes the level of compostable material thrown into general waste to more than 50%.

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NEWS BRIEFS Early years plan LATROBE City’s early years plan has been released for public comment following last week’s council meeting. The 2011-2015 plan is designed to provide strategic direction for the development, coordination and delivery of early childhood education, care and health programs. Copies of the plan are available online at the Latrobe City website at Latrobe City service centres or by calling 1300 367 700. Written submissions will be accepted until Tuesday, May 31. Forward to child and family services, Latrobe City Council, PO Box 264, Morwell VIC 3840 or via email to MEYP@latrobe.vic.gov.au.

Injuries conference AN annual conference for Latrobe Valley doctors and health professionals in general practice across Gippsland will deal with an issue of broad community interest – sports-related injuries. The conference, in early May in Inverloch, is being coordinated by the Central West Gippsland Division of General Practice and the General Practice Alliance South Gippsland. The theme is “Sports medicine for the non-elite athlete”. GPs interested in attending should contact the Central West Gippsland Division of General Practice on 5126 2899 or the General Practice Alliance South Gippsland on 5674 0900.

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TRAFALGAR student Roy Hammond Thomas last week was awarded a $45,000 scholarship, which will enable him to pursue a career in law. He was a recipient of the Macpherson Smith Rural Foundation award, which assists talented rural teens reach their full potential. The 18-year-old is currently studying a double major in Indonesian and Arabic at the University of Melbourne, combining it with his role as Baw Baw Shire youth mayor, not to mention running his own charity, YouthReach. The charity helps socially and economically disadvantaged students strive for their educational best – and he aims to raise $50k for the charity next year. Raised by his dedicated mother, Diane, in a sole-parent family, the importance of education, and its ability to liberate, was impressed upon Roy at a young age. He explained: “I watched my

▪ Roy receives his scholarship from Minister of Agriculture Peter Walsh. mother go through incredible hardship, but she still went back to school and slowly worked her way towards a teaching qualiﬁcation. “She is my inspiration. From a young age it was drummed into me how critical an education was.” Roy’s passions are helping others through leadership and striving for

educational excellence – with his eyes set on a post-graduate law degree. “My aim is to study law and become a magistrate that advocates for disadvantaged youths,” Roy said. “For me the scholarship represents a huge weight oﬀ my shoulders. Being able to study full-time is a luxury I could never have aﬀorded.

“It would have been a long, hard road to my goals. This way I can reach my goals quicker and have time to spend on my youth and charitable work as well.” Roy added: “The community in Trafalgar have been really supportive and it’s nice to give something back.”

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▪ Yallourn Alliance’s George Aquilina and Meredith Bowden sign the Gippsland Youth Commitment with Craig Hardy.

Local players make a commitment to youth AN alliance of business, community, government, education and training organisations with a commitment to improving education, training and employment opportunities for young people is opening its doors to new businesses and groups wanting to get involved. The Gippsland Youth

Commitment, in place for the past three years, brings together various groups who pledge to help young people develop the skills and conﬁdence to reach their full potential. A recent review of the program concluded that it not only continue but expand. Sponsored by the Department of Education and Early Childhood

Development (DEECD) and partnered by Local Learning and Employment Networks, the Gippsland Youth Commitment asks partners to make “commitments to action” over a three-year cycle. “The Gippsland Youth Commitment recognises that we have a collective responsibility

for our young people to ensure they can achieve the best possible education, training or employment options. Gippsland’s youth is everyone’s responsibility,” DEECD acting regional director Karen Cain said. Contact Craig Hardy from the Baw Baw Latrobe LLEN on 5633 2868 or email craig@bblllen.org.au.

Waterways grants Splash into action GRANTS to help Valley communities repair waterways infrastructure damaged by recent ﬂoods is now available. Criteria for applications for grants could include a need for: · identiﬁcation, marking or removal of hazards to navigation such as trees, building materials and other debris; · replacement of boating

safety signs and on-water navigation aids; or · help to restore critical boat launching and car parking areas that have been washed away by ﬂood waters. For more information about the grants, contact the boating safety and facilities program, grants administration team on 1800 337 222 or email boating. grants@transport.vic.gov.au.

LATROBE City’s squirts swimming program will run over the school holidays at Latrobe Leisure centres in Churchill, Morwell and MoeNewborough. The fun program allows for children of all ages and swimming abilities to beneﬁt from ﬁve consecutive days of lessons, as well as a chance to have some fun in the pool. Assessments for the program are free. Facilities leader Tania Vermeulen said: “Our learn to swim programs

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Furniture, beds and more CHRIS, Sue and Shell would like to genuinely thank all their valued customers for making their fourth year yet another great success. The girls have over 45 years experience between them and have furnished many homes and apartments from scratch. The growth we have experiences over the last four years has been mainly due to the support of customers

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NEWS BRIEFS Eisteddfod meeting THE next Latrobe Valley Eisteddfod meeting will take place on Wednesday, April 20, at 7.30pm, at the Kath Teychenne Centre. The schedule for this year’s event has just been released and has been sent out to schools. Anyone who hasn’t received a copy can pick one up from the Eisteddfod oﬃce, 11-13 Breed St Traralgon, or contact 5174 2335. The schedule is also available on www.lve. org.au.

Hospital fundraiser A FUNDRAISER for the Royal Children’s Hospital will take place at Flanagan’s Traralgon on Sunday, April 17, from 11am. The proceeds of the day will all go to the hospital. There will be music and raﬄes during the day. For more information, call Dawn O’Connell on 0412 161 419.

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Community hub being upgraded THE redevelopment of the Traralgon East community centre is afoot, with detailed plans, developed in conjunction with the local community, currently being reviewed by Latrobe City. The facility, which is located on Cameron St, aims to modernise the centre – making it more accessible and up-to-date. Works will include an extension, upgraded kitchen and toilet facilities, and a second external entrance. The Department of Human Services

neighbourhood renewal program fund, the Department of Planning and Community Development community

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added that the group would assist in distributing a regular newsletter to keep Traralgon East residents up-to-date with the progress of the redevelopment project and other local activities. “It will be a vital tool for informing residents and giving them advance notice of possible participation in events, for example, the landscaping of the new community centre,” she said. “It’s an exciting time for the local community and we look forward to the redevelopment taking shape.”

‘Transport a priority’

ROCK outfit Black Devil Yard Boss will perform at Saloon Bar, Traralgon, on Thursday, April 14. The three-piece has a good reputation on the music circuit, and a night of rock and roll is promised at the Traralgon nightspot. For more information, call Saloon on 5176 0463.

A WEDDING expo will be held at the Premier Function Centre, Traralgon, on Sunday, April 17, from 10am to 3pm. The expo will feature a wide variety of local businesses to help couples plan their wedding. For more information, contact Sharon Albanese on 0400 079 499 or sharon@beadelicious.net.au.

group is made up of local residents and representatives of various local organisations. We’ve recently completed visits to other community facilities at Churchill, Rosedale and Inverloch to ensure we develop an appropriate space that meets the needs of the local community. “After consultation with the local community, detailed plans have been drawn up for the redevelopment project and are currently being reviewed by Latrobe City before going out to tender.” Group member Carol Dalton

THE newly formed Committee for Gippsland raised the issue of the need for upgraded transport infrastructure in a meeting with Gippsland MHR Darren Chester last week. The committee, chaired by Harry Rijs from Patties Foods in Bairnsdale and comprising small and large businesses throughout Gippsland, met with Mr Chester in Traralgon to discuss some of its key priorities. Mr Chester said Gippsland would beneﬁt from having a group of wellconnected business people to lobby

all levels of government, and also promote the beneﬁts of operating in Gippsland to potential investors. “This group will help to bring the region together and promote a positive message about investing in Gippsland and helping to create new jobs. Just as importantly, the group is very conscious about the need to protect the jobs we already have and striving to help existing businesses to prosper and expand their operations,” Mr Chester said.

▪ Keith Hamilton (left) and Scott Ferraro (right) of Gippsland Climate Change Network joined Meg Argyriou, project manager at ClimateWorks to discuss the low carbon growth plan for Gippsland last week.

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Self portrait the people’s choice

MORE than 3,700 people have visited the Latrobe Regional Galley to view entries in the 2010 Doug Moran Portrait Prize during the last two months, many of them taking the opportunity to cast a vote for their favourite portrait. Latrobe City arts director Julie Adams said that there was a clear people’s choice winner. “Visitors to Latrobe Regional Gallery voted for ‘Self Portrait’ by Robert Eley. Other favourites in the exhibition included ‘Animal Nelson’ by Guy Maestri and ‘Sarah’ by Hong Fu,” Ms Adams said. “Robert Eley’s painting shows exceptional drawing and technical

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NEWS BRIEFS Charity golf

The Moran Prizes, comprised of the Doug Moran National Portrait Prize and the Moran Contemporary Photographic Prize, are a major event on the Australian arts calendar.

THE 15th annual Morwell Charity Golf Day is being hosted by the Rotary Club of Morwell on Sunday, April 17, from 8am to 5pm. This is a community golf day with an 18-hole men’s and women’s stableford and callaway event. Tee oﬀ is from 8am to midday. There will be a putting competition, BBQ and drinks. Entry is $20. There are 60 sponsors and prizes to the value of more than $2,500. All proceeds go to local community organisations. Contact Ken McMeeken at Rotary Club of Morwell on 5134 4085 or mcmeeken@ vic.australis.com.au.

The Latrobe Regional Gallery was the only Victorian venue to display 35 paintings from the 2010 competition. Finalists in the 2011 Portrait Prize are currently being selected and will be able to be viewed online from April 14 at www.moranprizes.com. au

Easter fun BUNNING’S Warehouse in Morwell will hold an evening of Easter fun on Thursday, April 14, from 6pm to 8pm. At this family night, there will be a visit from the Easter Bunny, a fun egg hunt and craft activities. On April 16 to 17, and 23 to 24, Bunning’s will host DIY ‘Eggcellent’ creations Easter workshops for kids.

Bookstores to remain open By Niall Boyle niall.boyle@lvvoice.com.au

THE Traralgon and Morwell franchises of book retailer Angus & Robinson will continue to trade, despite six other stores being shut in Victoria. Parent group REDgroup, which also operates Borders book stores, went into administration in February and will cut over 500 jobs across Australia in eight weeks’ time. The Morwell branch is located in the Mid Valley shopping centre – the Traralgon branch is on Franklin St.

When the company was placed in administration it employed 2,500 people in Australia and New Zealand.

Gallery celebration

However, the local bookstores will continue to serve the literary needs of Valley residents.

THE opening celebration of a number of exhibitions at Latrobe Regional Gallery takes place on Friday (April 15) from 6pm to 8pm. They are: Colliding islands, curated by Louise Rollman, Stories from the inner suburbs by Robert Clinch and Pat Waters’ “On the edge” (International Power Hazelwood Community Access Gallery) For more information, call the gallery on 5128 5700.

Roﬀ Chapman, operator of both stores, told The Voice: “The Traralgon and Morwell Angus & Robertson franchises will both continue to operate. The franchises have nothing to do with Angus & Robertson ﬁnancially.”

Kids’ swimming

Six staﬀ members are currently employed between the Traralgon and Morwell stores.

LATROBE City’s squirts swimming program will run at Latrobe Leisure Morwell from Sunday, April 17, to Thursday, April 21. For more details phone 5128 5570.

▪ Robert Eley’s Self Portrait.

Savings program to assist families LOW income families across the Latrobe Valley can have their savings doubled under an innovative program coordinated by Berry Street. The program teaches low-income families to review their spending habits and as an incentive for saving, participants can receive funds on a dollar-for-dollar basis, up to $500. Gippsland MHR Darren Chester said he would lobby for continued government funding of the saver plus program, as current arrangements were due to expire on June 30, 2011. In the meantime, he encouraged local families to sign up to receive up to $500 to spend on an educational item of their choice, including a computer, school uniforms or musical equipment. “The saver plus program is open to health-care card holders or pensioners who have a child attending school or are studying

themselves and have a regular income from paid employment,” Mr Chester said. “Families are mentored through the process of reviewing their budgets and given advice on how to make saving a regular part of their spending habits.” Saver plus has helped 300 families in Gippsland since 2006, boosting ﬁnancial capabilities and increasing saving levels of lowincome households. “Berry Street has conducted some follow-up studies and found that 70% of participants continue to save three years after completing the saver plus program,” Mr Chester said. “They report around 85% of participants have been able to decrease debt levels.” Saver plus is run by Berry Street at Morwell in conjunction with the Brotherhood of St Laurence and the ANZ bank, with funding from the Federal Government.

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Would you like to advertise? ▪ A quilt made by U3A craft group member, Anne Richie.

U3A activities for retirees U3A is a non-proﬁt group that aims to meet some of the social, physical and intellectual needs of retirees in the Latrobe Valley. Most of the group’s activities are held in Room 20 of the i-GAIN building at the western end of Commercial Rd, Morwell. U3A provides a range of

activities for retired members of the community – for just $40 a year. This entitles members to attend all classes and activities for the year. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information call Margaret Boyes on 5134 4115 or check the website www.lvu3a. com.au.

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NEWS BRIEFS Anzac service AN Anzac Day service will be held at the RSL memorial in Boolarra, opposite the memorial hall, on Sunday April 17, at 10am. Ex-servicemen and women particularly are invited to attend. There will be an opportunity for laying of wreaths/ﬂowers. Some seating will be available if required. Following the service, which is supported by Morwell RSL, morning tea will be served in the hall. If the weather is inclement the service will be held in the Boolarra Memorial Hall. Enquiries: Roz Carstairs 0429 383 686.

Gallery undergoes transformation

ARC exhibition TEASES the line, an exhibition of work by Gippsland artists, continues at the ARC Gallery until May 7. It features artists who tease the line between abstraction and realism while referencing their environment: Pat Dale, Werner Theinert, Ann Parry, Fiona West and Janine Good.

Neighbourhood watch THE Yinnar neighbourhood watch/safer community group meeting will take place on Thursday, April 21, at 7.30pm at the Yinnar Pub meeting room. The Churchill branch’s meeting will take place at Churchill Hotel at 7pm on Wednesday, April 27.

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Yinnar’s Matchbox Gallery is refurnished and ready to go. AFTER being a gallery, a hairdressing salon, then a residence, the Matchbox Gallery in Yinnar has been refurnished and is now the ﬁrst bed and breakfast in town. The oﬃcial opening of the B&B at the end of March was an opportunity for locals to check it out and get a feel for what the town is getting. The Matchbox Gallery has been owned by Pip and Marie Nikodemski for 17 years, and after deciding there was a niche market for a B&B in the area, they set about converting it.

“It was pretty well set up already. It has its own bathroom and shower, as well as a kitchen. It’s fully selfcontained. Everything is there, so we didn’t really need to do a whole lot, just furnish it,” Marie said. She said there was a demand for accommodation in the town, but nothing to cater for it. “When we considered doing it, there was nothing in Churchill and there were only two other B&B owners in the area. We also had locals keep saying to us there was nowhere

to stay if there was a function in town,” said Marie. What makes the Matchbox Gallery special is that the building is well over 100 years old and is heritage-listed. “We’ve done a bit of work on the gallery to make sure it’s in one piece. The ﬂoors and ceilings are original, so is the ﬁreplace, but it’s been blocked up,” Marie said. She said future plans involved using Pip’s art studio at the gallery. “Pip has his leadlight studio in the

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back and in the future we’d like to get people to stay in the gallery and do a leadlight course while they’re there,” she said. While the B&B is only new, word is already getting out. “We’ve already had one client from Melbourne and a bit of interest for the school holidays. Word of mouth through locals is much stronger than anything, so we’re hoping that people will come down for an event and stay the night, then spread word around,” she said.

MELBOURNE Vixens netballers Renae Hallinan and Kate Beveridge oﬀered netball tips and advice to dozens of Latrobe Valley netballers during a workshop at Churchill Leisure Centre, last Friday, April 8. The workshop, open to children aged eight to 12, was run as the lead-in event to the Eastern Regional State League grand ﬁnal.

Photo screenprinting class ▪ Melbourne Vixens player Kate Beveridge oﬀers some advice on correct passing technique to junior netballers.

Environmental forum at Monash A FORUM regarding the State of the Environment Report for 2013 will take place at Monash University on Wednesday, April 13, from 6pm to 8pm. The commissioner for environmental sustainability, professor Kate Auty, will be in attendance. It will be an opportunity to provide input to

the commissioner on regional initiatives and issues relating to environmental sustainability and issues facing the Valley. Attendees will also be able to learn about relevant initiatives taking place in the locality by Gippsland Climate Change Network, Climate Works and at Monash.

ARC Yinnar will be holding photo screenprinting classes in May, running on Saturdays from the May 7 until May 21. The classes will be hosted by artist Sharon Anderson, who will show students how to transfer detailed images onto t-shirts, bags and paper. Screen printing is a technique used to mass produce high detail images (such as photographs) onto a range of surfaces, and is a technique great for people looking for fundraising ideas or for artists wishing to further their printmaking experience. The workshop will get participants started on the basics of this technique. Bring along your own images, and a t-shirt or fabric to print on. Photocopy access is also available if needed. For more information, contact ARC Yinnar on 5163 1310.

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Community group’s members call

MOE Community Development Group drew up a list of priorities – not least of which was the ongoing issue of a new entrance to the town from the Princes Freeway – at its annual general meeting on April 5. Group president Jenny Webb said the entrance into Moe from the freeway was inadequate and that a third entrance was needed into Fowler St. “It was discussed a couple of years ago but we need to look at it again,

Moe is only going to get busier,” Ms Webb said.

Another item on the agenda was the closure of the Telstra call centre. An executive from Telstra came to speak at the meeting and assured the attendees that they were doing all they could to help the employees, who will lose their jobs this week (April 13). Other areas of discussion were aesthetics in the Moe area and looking at ways to smarten up the

look of certain parts.

Recent areas of improvement are already underway in Moe Heights. New bollards have been placed in the park and local schools have helped to paint them, brightening up the area. Artwork will soon mounted on a brick wall. A pharmacy and sub-branch of the post oﬃce in Moe Heights is also up for discussion. The group welcomes new members, particularly those wishing

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Moe is only going to get busier”

to join the executive. “We have three executive members and around 35 people attending the meetings. We really do need three or more (executive) members,” she said.

Student have their say in satisfaction forum

▪ Students Darcie Jongerius, Jake Carmody, Abbie Smith and Taylor Schack in discussions with principal Jane Haustorfer (centre).

FRANK and honest feedback was the name of the game at Trafalgar High School last week, when students conducted a forum considering results from a student satisfaction survey. A group of year 10 students, including form captains, along with school captains and staﬀ representatives held open-table

discussions on areas highlighted by the survey. The results of the forum will be used to develop strategies for the whole school in relation to curriculum and culture. Future forums are being planned, with the next one – in term two – to involve year 11 students.

NEWS BRIEFS Dads’ vaccinations FATHERS-to-be are now eligible to receive a free vaccine from the Baw Baw Shire Council and health practitioners to prevent whooping cough. The push for partners of pregnant women and parents of newborns to receive the Boostrix immunisation comes after the dramatic rise in the number of Victorians suﬀering from whooping cough. Immunisation is available in Trafalgar and times are available on www. bawbawshire.vic.gov.au or contact your the council.

RSL fundraiser THE Hillendale singers will perform on Friday, April 15, at the Trafalgar Senior Citizens Hall. Tickets are $10 and will be available at the door. There are raﬄes and door prizes to give away.

Naturalists’ meeting ON Friday, April 29, the Latrobe Valley Field Naturalists Club meeting will be “The natural history of Madagascar”. Club members David Stickney, Ken Harris and David Mules recently visited Madagascar on a wildlife tour. Their talk and excellent photographs will illustrate some of the strange and wonderful life forms on this unique island. The meeting at 7.30pm is at the Latrobe Community Health Centre meeting room, 44 Fowler St, Moe. On the following day there will be an excursion to Toorongo Falls near Noojee. Visitors are welcome to attend, and there’s no charge for activities. For more information phone 5634 2246 or 5127 3393

Pollies in the pub ▪ Georgia Mason, Chris Beasley, Luke McDonald, Jack Smart and Hayden Farrell consider student satisfaction at Trafalgar High School.

Trafalgar rich in history FOR any town, city, country or person, there is always a history. Thankfully, there are people out there who take the time to record the information to pass on to the next generation. The Trafalgar and District Historical Society has just printed the April 2011 issue of its Gazette and in it the society celebrates the Trafalgar

swimming pool’s 50th anniversary. The formal opening and ﬁrst full season of swimming took place on Sunday, February 14, 1960, but before the pool was built locals made use of local rivers for a reprieve from the summer heat. Water was often scarce and,

usually by late summer, the only local stream that was still running with water was the Moe River. Those enthusiastic enough for a swim walked the Seven Mile Rd and played in a muddy pool upstream from the bridge. Some of the residents were unhappy about people swimming in the Main Drain

THE popular evening of ‘Politics in the Pub’ will be held again in Trafalgar this year. Local members of parliament Gary Blackwood and Russell Broadbent will be present. The cost is $10 and ﬁnger food will be provided. There will also be a raﬄe drawn on the night. Contact John Attwell on 5633 3378 for the next meeting date.

of the Moe River and complained profusely. This was in 1918.

Craft market

With a clear need for a swimming facility, and after many failed building attempts, it was in 1960 that the public swimming pool was constructed.

YARRAGON community craft and produce market will take place on the fourth Saturday of each month. The location for the event is Yarragon Public Hall. Contact Allison Butterworth for more information on 5634 2209.

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Ingredients (pappardelle)

375g (2½ cups) plain ﬂour ½ tsp salt 1 tbsp olive oil 4 eggs, at room temperature Plain ﬂour (extra) to dust *Pasta takes 40 mins to prepare, and serves 4

IF the kids are driving you nuts and you need to take a breather these school holidays then there is one event that you might consider doing this weekend – the Bass Hills Breathtaker. This inaugural event – a bike ride through the hills of South Gippsland – has a nice mix of exertion and indulgence. For the serious rider there’s an 89km course, as well as a 60km course and a 39km course. All rides begin and end at Archie’s on the Creek, a restaurant, café and function centre with a reputation for ﬁne dining. Sounds like the perfect way to complete a hard day’s ride. For more information go to: http://www. e v e n t s u p p o r t . c o m . a u /e v e n t s / b a s s - h i l l s breathtaker.

Method

1. Pulse all ingredients in a food processo r until it combines into a ball. 2. Lightly ﬂour the surface if necessary. Firm the dough by using the heel of your hand to ly knead into it and then away from your body. Lift push down with your ﬁngertips and fold it back on itselthe dough you. Turn the dough a half turn, continue f towards Continue kneading the dough for six to seveand repeat. or until smooth and elastic. Divide doughn minutes, equal portions and wrap each portion in plasinto four or cover with a clean, damp tea towel. This tic wrap, the dough from drying out. Set aside for 10 prevents this makes the pasta more pliable and easy minutes – to roll. 3. Roll out thin in a pasta machine – and cut into thick strips.

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Though you have plenty of firecrackers going off in your engine room, it’s not as easy as you’d like to find a gear. And here lies one of your worst fears: to be raring to go but to be obstructed, or thwarted. Use all of your attention to slowly find a way through. TAUrUs

(Apr 21–May 20)

To be gently moving along is one thing – but to be totally becalmed in a wide open sea is another. There is plenty of good information coming your way – and a few startling home truths being thrown around. To get yourself moving, be sure you are actively listening. GeMINI

(May 21–June 21)

All the arguments for and against are taking up a lot of time, and ultimately cancelling each other out. To continue trying to think it out will do no more than exhaust you. The only step is action. There’s always the risk that it’s wrong, but at least the stasis will be broken. cANcer

(June 22–July 22)

Looking from one angle, it would seem that you are holding an incredible amount of tension. Looked at from another, you appear to be gathering a lot of strength. The key is your capacity to be relaxed, even in the midst of tense situations. If you can do that – good for you! Leo

(July 23–Aug 22)

Nourishment is what you want, but the place you normally call home is jumping around as if it’s walking on hot bitumen without thongs. It’s probably best to jettison the idea that relaxation is going to work and instead consider if an adventure might be a better bet. VIrGo

(Aug 23–Sept 22)

There are so many other viewpoints to look at that your good friend tension could easily creep in and spoil the party. The lesson here is that you don’t need to be as affected by what other people think or feel as you are. If your happiness is threatened, take one step back.

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You have a herd of wild horses in your hands. They are pulling on the reins. Perhaps you are becoming aware of your own power. Perhaps you are coming to understand just how potent the resources you have to call on are. Trust and delegate. Let these horses run. scorpIo

(Oct 24–Nov 21)

It’s best to do what you are doing and lay low. You would be placing yourself at the mercy of a thousand galloping hooves to make yourself vulnerable now. Protect the integrity of your feeling and vision, until the right atmosphere presents itself – then leap forth. sAGITTArIUs (Nov 22–Dec 21)

Others are being drawn towards your point of view. Though there is resistance, you do have at least one cooperative ally who is going about the business of making your job easier. Accelerate through the curve. It’s the best way to stay on track and you know it. cAprIcorN

(Dec 22–Jan 19)

In the midst of difficulty there is one small spark of light. Though small, it is potent. It only takes a spark, after all, to start a fire. If you can see the healing potential of the situation you are in, then you have got the point. This can be your point of inspiration. AQUArIUs

(Jan 20–Feb 18)

Though change is inevitable, it’s not going to be without its challenges. It is the feeling in your gut that you are on the right track and doing the right thing, that will carry you through. Watch doubts come and go. Trust is deeper. Life is to be lived, not thought about. pIsces

(Feb 19–Mar 20)

Venus is in Pisces, bringing softness, luck and love. The asteroid Chiron is in Pisces, bringing some kind of shamanic healing into your neck of the woods. Both are incredibly benevolent, though both have the capacity to create waves. Don’t over-think it all.

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Cargo Lounge, Traralgon Pappardelle with mushroom ragu

700g assorted mushrooms such as eno ki, suisse, brown, portobello, oyster 40gm butter 1tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp chopped rosemary 4 ﬁnely chopped garlic cloves 80ml dry white wine 375ml veal/beef stock ¼ cup coarsely torn ﬂat leaved parsley, plus extra to serve Freshly made pappardelle pasta

HEAD chef Manny Abela of the Cargo Lounge Method in Traralgon has been delighting the masses 1. Tear large mushrooms into pieces. in the popular eatery for nearly four years now. 2. Heat butter and oil in a casserole over high heat He originally did his apprenticeship at Café Qu until foaming. Bah and has over 10 years culinary experience. 3. Sauté mushrooms, garlic and rosemary until golden. 4. Add wine and reduce by ⅔. Manny’s inspiration is his father, who cooked at a 5. Add stock and reduce by ½. number of major hotels and restaurants overseas. 6. Stir in parsley seasonin g to keep warm. In this dish, he shows how to make pappardelle 7. Spoon ragu over cooked pasta and garn ish with sprinkle of parmesanand parsley. and the mushroom ragu separately. A glass of Pinot Noir is a ﬁne companion to this meal.

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Food for fat loss with Sam Fenton

Q. When was obesity invented? A. When the Egyptians developed irrigation technology and began to grow and refine grain crops into a fine white powder (flour). SO you’ve decided to drop some fat. What are you willing to

change? You might be incredibly motivated at the moment, but you need to think about what you are capable of sustaining. Deciding you don’t want to be fat is pretty easy. It is unhealthy and your doctor will tell you so in no uncertain terms. Changing

your lifestyle in the short term is an exciting challenge. Making a permanent change takes three months of dedication to form new habits. Repeat something consistently enough, for long enough, and it becomes difficult not to do it. So, what have you done consistently for a long time with food? The most frequent fatbuilding habit I come across is “quick” carbohydrate (carb) addiction. Quick carbs are refined carbohydrates that enter your blood stream too quickly for your body to use as energy, so in comes the insulin rush to transport the extra energy out of your bloodstream. Some is stored in the liver and muscles, and once they fill up guess what happens? You make a deposit in your longt e r m energy

storage bank. Perhaps on your hips, maybe thighs and for guys usually out front. Our top two are flour and sugar. Our favourite flour foods are bread and pasta. Our favourite sugar foods are…. almost everything. Start checking the nutrition information labels on your food. Anything over 10 grams per 100 grams of sugar is high (and that means most “healthy” breakfast cereals). That said – there is always room for chocolate appreciation. If you are out of the carbaddiction cycle you will enjoy and taste a bit of chocolate rather than scoff the block. So if you want to create habits that cut the fat: a) Drop the daily doses of refined sugars and flour; b) Replace these foods with wholefoods, which are foods that have not been changed, refined or processed since leaving the farm; and c) Make sure your family/ household is along for the ride. A habit won’t develop amongst a mutiny. Questions: If you have any questions for Sam about fitness and conditioning, please forward to cherry.prior@lvvoice.com.au

• Fitness Guru with Sam Fenton, strength and conditioning coach.

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Early pruning of stone fruits WITH the days starting to get cooler and shorter, it’s time to get out into the garden, appreciate the autumn beauty and prepare your plants for the coming months. At this time of year it is important to dedicate a little extra attention to your fruit trees. It is time to get an early start on pruning soft stone fruits, such as peaches and nectarines, or perhaps you are lucky enough to be nurturing one of the exciting new fruits such as a peacharine or plumcote. Flowers lead to fruits, so

we must continually aim to encourage productive growth. However with all the diﬀerent types of fruits available to us, we need to understand that many fruit trees require diﬀerent pruning techniques if they are to produce an abundance of high-quality fruits. A large, healthy crop of fruit has long been the desire of farmers and gardeners alike. However, there can come a time when the plant bears too many fruit. There may be more but the fruit is often smaller and less

appealing. You can prevent this by thinning out the crop, just pick oﬀ a number of the fruit well before ripening and the remaining fruits will be appreciably larger. Pruning soft fruits can be a daunting task for many gardeners. These plants should be pruned early in the year as the fruits are carried on new shoots and the earlier you prune the sooner the plant can develop these shoots. Remember that because these soft stone fruits ﬂower early, it is the blossom, rather than the plant which is tender and may need protection from the elements. After your tree has fruited remember to cut out this year’s shoots. This will allow the tree to replace them with new stems to fruit next year, preparing you for another season of mouth watering stone fruit. Happy gardening.

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All over the shop By Cherry Prior

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My big, big mistake

Do you think anyone would notice if, in the middle of the night when his snoring is the loudest, I were to take a tiny drill, bore a hole through my husband’s skull and with tweezers remove a part of his brain? I don’t think he would notice - if I went in through the back of his head - but his family and friends might dob me in when they see that a little circle of skin and skull has gone missing, the brain pink and pulsing beneath. Or maybe they would understand, the women at least? I can sense you’re thinking right now that such fantasies are a little Glenn Close for comfort. But then, you are not fully abreast of the facts. The thing is, I may have mentioned that one day, in the distant future, maybe a year or more down the track, I would not mind getting a new car, a more-efficient car. That was my mistake. My big, big mistake. Since, I have been interrogated, harangued, escorted to numerous car yards, had brochures featuring shiny duco shoved under my nose when I’m minding my own business in the loo, and had late-night internet viewings of cars - in much the same way as we used to watch the midnight movie. He has compared the various makes, deconstructed the numerous models and analysed the figures on fuel economy and power-to-weight ratios. I know now there is such a thing as ANCAP ratings – this deals with safety - and that there are three different measures for fuel efficiency. All of this I took interest in for probably all of 30 seconds, then I got back to thinking about what to put on my crumpet while hoping the conversation would all just go away. Then he organised a test drive. And it clicked that we really are on different wavelengths. When it comes to cars there is a little part of his brain – shall we call it the new car node - that is on a whole different frequency to my own. Right from the start I wasn’t interested in this car. But all the blokes he works with (he manages a mechanical workshop) convinced me to go for a ride - and masculine young men in work uniforms are not the easiest to say no to. So I took the car for a spin: smooth, heaps of power, good handling, nice leather seats, fuel efficient, good safety ranking, within the budget. “I don’t want it,” I said when I got back. “What? Why? Look at those beautiful seats.” “Mmm (yawn), nice seats.” “Look at the safety rating.” “Yep (scratch, scratch – hope I haven’t got nits), safety is important.” “You’ll save that much on petrol it’ll pay for itself.” “That’s nice (reapply lippy).” “Well, what?” “Look at the colour.” It was a deep, steel grey – reminiscent of an old-person. “I don’t want it.”

Tips If you have any good shopping stories, tips, bargain buys, or suggestions for this column please forward to Cherry at the above email address. Please deliver in your nice, zippy RED sports car. ▪ Article 4 Pic.JPG Gardening questions for the horticulture team at GippsTAFE can be forwarded to cherry.prior@lvvoice.com.au

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Bullbar genuine steel to suit Toyota Hilux ‘04 - ‘07 $350 ONO Ph 0400458822 Cargo barrier to suit BA Ford $50. Ph 51696218 Boolarra Cargo Barrier to suit AU ford $50 Ph 0427337204 Toongabbie Dog boxes. Plenty storage fits hilux or landcruiser. $250 Ph 0400458822 Midford Cargo Barrier to suit 1995 VS Commodore or similar. VGC $50. Tow bar kit to suit VR/VS Commodore sedan $25. Ph 0400 099 253 Nissan Navara STR lockable hard top lid. Very good condition. Roll bar and all pieces included. $800 ono. Call Brad 0407508429 Nudge bar to suit Mazda or Ford vehicles $60. Photos available. Lakes Entrance Ph 0419114489 Towbar to suit Commodore Station Wagon from VN to VS $25. Ph 51222201 or 51221576 Trailer 5 x 7 Enclosed box. Lockable. Great for camping or markets. $550 ono. Ph 0416012277 Mag Wheels 17” x 4. Four stud pattern with 3 good tyres $200. Ph 0423 684 605

95 Landrover Discovery. No RWC, no Reg, not working. Needs transfer case. plus 4 tyres on rims and 4 brand new tyres $1500. Ph 0414236005 Chev 57 Coupe, rare 6 cylinder, manual, white walls, 842 miles since restored back to orig cond. LHD. Club rego 03251H (not incl) $49000. No time wasters please. Ph 0414 743 512 Daihatsu Sirion 5 door. SDO802. 5 Speed manual, air con, power steering, electric windows, cruise control, Pioneer 6 stacker, Feb rego, 176,000km. $3990 Ph 0419512238 Fairlane Ghia 1992, V8, LPG, Auto, towbar, velour interior. Runs well but needs tidy up. EVI488. $1650 Ph 0414 743 512 Ford 1987 XF 5sp manual windowless panel van, burgundy. Mags, lowered, extractors, big exhaust, tinted windows, dual fuel, tow bar. QXP374 $3000 no RWC 0432912987

Mazda 626 Hatch, Reg # XVI 445 1993 auto, Registered and RWC, new brakes, new tyres, electric sunroof, abs, $2800, ONO, Phone 0402865589. MOE Nissan Pulsar 1989, white hatchback. YDN337. Auto. 130,000kms. Recent top-end reco. All service records. 2nd owner. Going overseas. $1400 as is. Traralgon 0400 613 018 Nissan Pulsar 2004 model. YEH682. Manual transmission. Air con. 95000kms. new windscreen & tyres. RW supplied exc cond. $8500 ono 03 5126 2768 Nissan Urvan poptop 1985. 5 speed diesel, 3 way fridge, stove, sink, towbar, reversing camera, RW Reg SWH489. Many extras. VGC $6900 Ph 51748918 Traralgon Toyota Camry 1987 DCA976. P/S, A/C, central locking, all new tyres, clutch and battery. Tinted windows and tow bar. Sell as is $1300 0424248862 Toyota Camry 1991 AC, PS, towbar, runs excellent, body fair to good, minor rust bubbles, as is, no Reg/RWC eng 3S8143017 $550 Ph 0407856465 Toyota Corolla Ascent, 5 door, 2006, UKW663. RWC long reg. New tyres, 43,700km. Full service history. Exc cond. $12,500. 51221918 or 0412361565 Toyota MR2 Targa 1990 QEO461. 2.0L Turbo manual, all original, red duco, leather interior, climate control, cruise control. August rego. Genuine 131,000km. $7990. Ph 0419512238 Toyota Starlet 1997. 2 door manual, air cond. One owner, suit first car buyer. Exc cond. 54000kms OLL031. $5999 Ph 51273374 or 0418100383 VS “S” series 2 Ute, white, 5 litre V8 WEL477. Reg 01/2012. New CD and altinator. Original cond. RWC $7500 ONO Ph 0432597048 VSI Toyota Lexen Sedan 1995. Auto, green 298144 kms. $1500 as is. No rego or RWC. VIN 6H8T4K19HTT871706. Ph 0417560734

Holiday units Lakes Entrance. Good clean units, sleep up to 6 people, self contained, solar heated pool, small complex, onsite caretakers. Cheap rates. Walk to all amenities. Ph 51552735 3bdm house in Moe. Double carport. Secured backyard. Renovated bathroom. $160pw Ph 56251033 Kimberley

Antique blacksmith anville. Med size. $310. Post/leg vice $110. Dingo trap $125 ono. All VGC Ph 51745061 Antique day bed and boudoir chair. Ready for use but needs upholstering. Deep red colour, solid build, good frame. Bonus footstools included. $350 Ph 0417 015 604 Antique dining chairs. Set of 6 genuine Edwardian Chairs. Floral pattern cushions, walnut stain, last valuation $2150 sell $750 neg Ph 51276606 Moe Antique Kauri Pine Wardrobe, drawer under. Bevelled mirror. Moved home and no space. Photos available. $500 Ph 5176 6554 Antique Pine Dresser. Beautiful cottagey piece of furniture. 3 cupboards under three drawers and hutch. Photos available. $800 Ph 5176 6554 Antique Singer sewing machine: UK model in green case. $125 ono 5126 2040 Antique Tudor Oak hand carved and tapestry chair. Removable seat cushion. Beautiful condition $350 Ph 51276606 Moe Apollo Ventoux Road Race Bike, large frame, Shimano Sora Flight deck and derailleurs, Shimano pedals, Carbon Composite fork, San Marco Seat. Exc cond. $800 Ph Rob 0427700823 Apple Mac Pro Quad Core 2007 model. 20GB memory $2500 Ph 0407082098 Argon Huffy Dual Linx mountain bike. VG condition 12 gear. $70. Ph 5133 6218 Ariens Garden rotary hoe/tiller 4HP motor. Exc cond $800 Ph 51745061 Baby bassinet EC $80. Steelcraft rocker $40. Black rocking chair & footstool $80. Babylove Twin Stroller like new $100. 2 x little beds $25ea Ph 51750315 Baby bassinet. Exc cond, cream colour, used 3 months. Lockable wheels, vibrator and music attachment, adjustable canopy. Mattress, matching fitted sheet and coverlet. Folds flat. $100 Ph 51745141 Baby bath - Fisher Price, blue. Has newborn insert $20. Ph 0448 595 433 Baby bath on stand $20. Bouncer with music and vibration $40. Baby sling brand new, never used $20. All in exc cond Ph 0415877874 Baby bouncer, Bright Stars brand. Plays music & vibrates $30 Ph 0448 595 433 Baby carrier, navy blue, hardly used. $30 Ph 0448 595 433 Baby pram $50. Capsule $40. Bath $5 ONO Ph 0488481059 Baby walker, baby Elmo. Green & blue. Good cond. $30 Ph 0448 595 433 Babyco Pram, navy blue $50 ONO Ph 0448 595 433 Babylove porta cot, includes clip on changetable, bassinette, mosquito net. Exc cond $50 Ph 51278763 Baltic pine cot. Exc cond with new mattress $150. Ph 51749389 Bar stools x 2, bean bags x 2. Hardly used $10 ea. Maternity clothing approx 25 items size 12/14 good cond. $50 the lot. Ph 0401249726

Barbecue Gasmate. Stainless steel, 2 burner, cupboards underneath. As new $150 Ph 51273374 Bassinet-portable, navy blue, Winnie the Pooh. Exc cond. $30 Ph 0448 595 433 Bean Bag brand new - adult size. New beans. Never used. 1/2 price $25. Ph 51341429 Bertint Pram $150. High chair $30. Changetable-bath combo $60. Cot & mattress $100. Baby clothing boys and girls $50 the lot size 000-1. Ph 0403332503 Black Click Clak style sofa bed, leather look, exc cond as new. Paid $499 sell $250. Ph 5176 6554 Black imitation chair. $100. Phone 0450261373 Blackwood Bowbacked “Wheel chair” Painted white $75. Ph 51276606 Moe Book case, pine wood, 1200h x 1260w. Three shelves $30. Ph 51261842 after 6pm Booster seat. Safe ‘n Sound for children over 4 years (i.e. no harness) $20 Ph 51761649 Bosch Circular Saw 184ml. Exc cond. Hardly used. $50. Ph 51221588 or 0432056051 Bright & beautiful locally made patchwork baby quilts from pram to cot size. More info ph 51277052 Car covers. One large and one s/med. Exc cond $15each Ph 51221588 or 0432056051 Car seats x 2. Older style Safe ‘n Sound car seat for children 6 months to 4 years. $20 each. Ph 51761649 Carpet square beige colour 2700 x 1800 + 2 carpet mats exc cond $50 lot. Ladies bike with gears $25 Exc cond. Ph 51271918 Carpets one. 2.5m x 2.8m and one 2.0m x 2.5m. Colour light beige. Brand new good quality carpets $25 each Ph 5122 1588 or 0432 056 051 Catamaran 12ft needs some minor repairs, comes with sails masts etc. Trailer ex race boat $500 ono Ph 0447698580 Changetable/bath combo $20 Ph 0448595433 Chest freezer. Good condition 150 litres $75. Ph 0437699934 Chrome bar fridge $120. Sofa bed good cond. Material slightly faded $150 ono call Sue 0437504316 Coca-Cola, Dolls, Religious, Horse Ornaments and etc. Eclectic mix of memorabilia. Morwell Antiques. 21 Tarwin St Morwell Ph 0427766086. Open Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri 11-4 Coffee table. Very modern. Black 2 Pak and glass, one drawer, shelf under. Twelve months old and used for display only. Paid $299 Sell $100. Ph 5176 6554 after hours Collection of Carlton Ware. Various dishes, jugs and plates. Ph 51765551 Cot and change table, heirloom walnut both for $150. Childcare white cot and mattress $100. Childcare & Bertini porta cots $60 ea. All Exc cond. Ph 5174 8435 Cot and mattress. Exc cond. $40. Ph 51348332

boats 3m Fibreglass and a 5hp mariner motor. Both in VGC $1500 Ph 0402743955 Allycraft 3.85MTS 25HP, Tohatsu fish finder, all safety gear, covers, canopy. $5500 Ph 51750624 Stacer 3.7m Riverra, 10hp Johnson, trailer radio floatation tube registered VGC $2000. Ph 0428762661 Swift craft 4.4m F/glass H/cab. Reg Feb 2012. Low hours 25 h.p. Johnson short leg VGC $3200 ONO. Ph 0417 587 187

caravans 2003 17’ 6” Viscount pop-top awning/annex, double bed with innerspring mattress, radio/cd, fridge, microwave, dual gas bottles. Little use. Good cond. $18,500 Ph 0407509343 Coromal Excel 542 2007 17’8” Poptop, used once.Tandem front kitchen, central lounge/ dining. 2 single beds, awning, annex, A/C, loads of extras $35,500. Ph 03 51344876 or 0407511115 Grant Tourer Pop-top caravan 17’9”. TV/DVD, aircon, radio/CD, hotplates/oven, microwave, dual batteries, dual gas bottles, mains water connection. Garaged since new. $28000 Ph 51272618 On site caravan and aluminium annex 25ft $17000. Lakes Entrance location. Close to all facilites. Fully furn incl bathroom and new HW service. Ph 0418512008 One bedroom, large kitchen, full annex. 9ft x 9ft garden shed. Fully furnished, air con. Port Welshpool across from jetty $12000 ono Ph 0431950246 Royal Flair series 2. 16’9”. Single axle, single beds, 3 way fridge, microwave, gas hotplates, exc cond with extras $21500 neg. Ph 51261757 Onsite caravan & annex, Paynesville. 28ft x 19ft. 3 bedroom, bathroom with Laundry, lounge. Fully furnished, reverse air and more $28000 Ph 0409766737 1980’s Viscount grand tourer pop top & large annex. Exc cond, many extras $8000. Sue 0417133435

caravan accessories Caravan storage wheels. Cost $400. Caravan shock absorbers cost $100 sell $250 the lot. Ph 51750624 Van storage wheels, level riders, self coupling accessories $260 ONO Ph 54743955

car accessories 5 spoke US racing mag wheels. 14”x7” Ford/Chrysler stud pattern. Ideal for Ford Mustang. Genuine 1969 rims $400 ono Ph 51745061 Alloy bullbar, side light. Suit GQ Patrol. Good cond $200 Ph 51271228 or 0427271228 Bullbar for a Nissan Patrol $60. Photos available. Ph 0419114489 Lakes Entrance

carparts EF & EL Ford - wrecking sale. Parts cheap. Ph 0407046563

carers wanted Carers wanted to look after a young female quadriplegic. Students studying nursing, Cert 4 in disability would be an advantage but not essential. Please email: carers_wanted@ hotmail.com

cars 1976 Mercedes Benz 3 speed auto. V8 4520 cc in exc cond WUK528. $6500 Ph 51631783 1989 Daihatsu Rockey Wagon 4 x 4 Diesel Turbo. Grey/blue. Sun roof. Good clean order. TRN322 $3000 Ph 51924277 1991 Mitsubishi Magna TR Executive Sedan gold colour. Dual fuel, manual, would suit parts/wrecking $350 no rego ph 0428 661 277 1991 Pajero 7 seater. Turbo diesel. EQJ340 317000 kms. Good cond bull bar, driving lights, 6 months reg. $3250 ONO Ph 0400 843 891 1995 Suzuki Swift Cino. 79,000kms, new muffler, RWC - new tyres and windscreen. Suit learner driver. Ph 0451978955. $4000 1996 VS Commodore. P/S, A/C ABS, CD Player. No rego. No RWC. Must sell. $1100 ONO. Ph 0434028286 1999 LWB HiAce van. Petrol Auto. 327000ks PXP899. Very clean, reliable vehicle. $6000. Ph 0418512008 2002 Holden Cruze Wagon 118,000kms 5 sp manual, aircon, power steering, elec windows, roof racks, metalic silver. Exc cond. XIK054 $7000 neg Ph 0400383749 2004 Mazda 6 Luxury sedan fully optioned incl leather seats. Silver colour TET490. 101,000kms in exc cond. $15,500. Enquiries please phone 0408 488 272

email us your FREE classifed : admin@lvvoice.com. au Ford BA XR6 MKII 2004. 96000kms Mercury silver, Premium sound WHB484. $14000 Ph 0412609271 Ford econovan 2000 mdl. Good cond. Air con, pwr steer, central locking, cargo barrier, tow bar, reg til Feb 2012. 159505 k’s PZN544 $6500 Ph 0401505478 Ford XG Ute 1993. Dual fuel column auto. 3 seater. P/S, A/C, 8 months rego. No RWC RYH999. $1800 Ph 0422393004 Holden Commodore 1995 model. STK526. Auto. New windscreen and tyres. RW June 2010. VGC $4000 ono 03 5126 2768 Holden Jackaroo 1997. XBN005. Manual 238,000ks 7 seats, rego CD/MP3 plus more. $5600. Phone 0447795718 or 51346561 Holden Rodeo 2005 V6 cyl, dualcab, hardtilt top, bullbar. 115000km. $15000 TLY666. Contact Raylene 51273980 Holden VT Commodore 1998. 12 months rego, new tyres, RWC, excellent condition OVZ093. $6800 ONO Ph 51261842 after 6pm Honda Accord 96 EXI. 173,000 k/m. Auto, air, CD player stacker, pwr windows. OAY383. 8 months reg. RWC VGC $5200 Ph 0427740485 Hyundai Elantra 2008 SLX, auto, WOA455, 36,000kms, v.g.c. a/c, metallic paint $16500. Ph 0432 665 217 Hyundai Sonata ‘95. V6 auto $650 ono. Rear spoiler, leather seats, elect windows, mirrors & seats, air con, cruise control. Reg but no RWC OWB448. Ph 0400846274 Landcruiser 200 V8 Turbo Diesel GXL, 67000ks, bullbar, lights, snorkel, twin rear wheels and carrier, etc, etc. Drives like new, any test. WLE876. Ph Peter 0431940171 Mazda 323 Astina 97 Sedan, manual, white, 209000kms OLM094. New timing belt & water pump, sunroof, 16” mag wheels, sporty, VGC, RWC $5500. Ph 0412 648 235

equestrian Wintec Pro Stock Saddle CS Cair Panel and easy change gullet. Currently has blue gullet. Mounted. Size medum, black. Exc cond. $800 Ph 0438 261 540

expressions of interest Latrobe Theatre Company seeks expressions of interest for: Prouction Managers for Blithe Spirit and one-actplay season & Directors for one-act-plays. Call 0457121983 or social@ latrobetheatrecompany.org.au

farming equipment Grey Fergie PTO unit Belt Pulley $100 Ph 51274955 Tractor - Red Fergie $3000 Ph 51671997

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for sale 2 x 2.5 HP 2 speed spa pumps with control boxes to suit. Never been used. Also corner bath with light only. Lots of other spa equipment. Ph 0402665485 1 Double slat bed with mattress GC. 1 single slat bed with mattress GC. 2 recliners (old but work). 1 large, 1 small analogue tv (both free). Reasonable offer accepted. Ph 51264224 1 x RH VC Commodore tail light, brand new in box, $50 Ph 5133 0171 2 drawer filing cabinet with filing rails and files. Exc cond $25 Ph 0437 142 128 2 examination couches & two surgical trolleys. Almost new. Good for Medical, Physio, Massage and Beauticians practices. $80 each. Ph 0417350279 2 seater couch. Blue in fabric. $50. Ph 0419114489 Lakes Entrance 2 x single beds and mattresses - fantastic furniture Oakley beds. As new including mattresses. $160 ea or $300 for both. Ph 51740021 3 seater Moran leather couch $350 with 2 lounge chairs $500. Very good condition. Ph 5174 1486 3 x Century Plants $10 ea. Requires removal from garden. 0449 959 004 30” NEC LCD Television and set top box with pvr. In very good cond. $135. Ph 51744489 5 burner BBQ. Hooded, side and lower shelves, gas tank, fittings. VG cond. $250 Ph 51262040 5 Internal doors with handles $10 each 0437435058 5hp B&S motor mulch/chipper with 2 different size grates. Exc Cond $500. Lakes Entrance, Ph Amber 0419114489 63 Stargate SG1 dvds. Full set and magazines. Never watched. Paid over $1200. Sell for $150 Ph 51337611 Ab King Pro abdominal exercise bench. Exc cond. Comes with instruction booklet and DVD $30 pick up from Churchill. Ph 0438380518 Ab-doer exercise machine, like new with video instructions $35. Ph 5126 2040 Alpaca wool. Straight from animals this year. 20kg+ P.O.A Brown, white and black available. Ph 0434 521 317 Aluminium window 2.70m high x 3.40m long $100 Ph 51221666 Analogue 34cm TV/DVD Combo plus set-top box in perfect condition $60. 007 Collectors edition (20 dvds) $100. White book/dvd shelf 170cm x 70cm $30 Morwell 5133 6695

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Cot mattress, Babyco brand. Includes 1 flannelette and 2 cotton sheet sets and a woolly mattress cover. Exc cond $50 Ph 51278763 Cubby house wooden with colour bond roof and veranda.1.8 x 2.7m $340 Ph 51761649 Deb dress size 12. Shoestring straps. Hand stitched beaded design on front, lace up back. As new. Paid $500 sell for $180 ONO 5163 1603 Deb dress size 16. Medievil style. Corset detail on front, flared schiffon leeves. May need a clean but great cond. $80 ono. Ph 0410177307 Deb dress, white, size 14. Can be worn as a halter or over the shoulder or around your arms. $300 ONO. Ph 51261842 after 6pm Debutante dress, size 16. Vintage style, white lining, ivory chiffon overlay, handsewn faux pearl beading. Worn once. Exc cond. $300 Traralgon 0400613018 Designer Maggie Sottero wedding dress. Size 10-12. Swarovski crystal bodice, oyster coloured satin, cathedral train $900 with veil. Ph 51740582 or 0408095618 Desk with hutch light colour timber veneer. Will suit as study or computer desk. Good cond. $60 ono. Ph 51761109 Dining setting 7 piece, colonial style, good condition. $70 Phone 0412648235 Dining table, 5 chairs, glass inserts in table top only $50. Ph 0407748786 Dirtbike gear. Fox helmet, gloves, knee pads, elbow pads and riding boots. Alpine Star body armour. Shift riding pants. Fit small adult - more suited for a teenager. $450 ono Ph 0418431391 Dishwasher - stainless steel Haier. Hardly used. Exc cond 12 place setting. $200. Ph 51330045 Diving suit 2 piece. Size 5. Exc cond. $120. Morwell Ph 51343007 or 0428343007 Dog kennels. 1 x small $50. 1 x Large $100. Plastic, both in ex cond. Ph 0427992438 Double mattress and base on castors. Good cond with some bedding. $120 Ph 51671105 Drum kit DXP Boss floor tom, tom toms, pedal, cowbell, Planet Z cymbals, crash 16”, ride 20”, high hats 14”, colour black. Ex cond $700 ono Ph 56333022 a/h Drum kit to suit beginner incl 5 drums, symbols & seat. $250. Ph 0412513590 Dux Forte Electric Hot Water Service 400ltr. only 2 years use. In exc cond, genuine reason for sale $500 Ph 0428 661 277 Electric bike. Cruiser Nomad. Exc cond. New batteries $500 Ph 5174 7814 Electric motor 240 volt 1HP 2850rpm. Australian made $150. Ph 51745061 Electric Motor Scooter. Exc cond. $2000. Ph 51740207 Electric spray unit for atv/ quad bike. 57 litre with electric pump and 4 meters of hose. $799 brand new sell for $300 0447698580 Electric whipper snipper $10 Ph 0437435058

Electrolux Lux Royale powerhead nozzle. As new $10. Ph 0488308970 Engagement ring, very pretty. Central Diamond with a baguette diamond on each side. Valued at $1500. Sell for $450. PH 0415877874 Extendable dining table with six upholstered high back chairs. Exc cond. Light oak colour. $400 Contact Alice 51261421 Extra Large pine dog kennel $100. 68cm Hitachi flat screen TV on cabinet with glass doors & wheels $80. Ph 0402018430 Family size canvas tent, 2 rooms and veranda VGC $50. Ph 56332953 or 0427352370 Fisher Price swing seat rocker. $20 Ph 0448431292 Churchill Floor tiles. 12sq meters. Brand new still in boxes. $120 the lot. Morwell Ph 51343007 or 0428343007 Folding electric bike “Easybike”. Bought in November 2010. Genuine reason for sale. Paid $1830 sell for $1600. Ph 51741029 or 0429619618 For sale and removal Large shed 21’ x 19’. Mantel piece, 2 fire places. Ph 51765551 Fox race Moto X boots S3. Size 10 - 1 y.o $200. Ph 0409966154 Futon - near new seating cushion. Exc condition. $45. Ph 51337710 Futon fold out sofa. Metal frame. GC $60. Ph 0427696640 Games table - billiards, air hockey, soccer. 1.22 long x 670 wide $100 Ph 51221666 Garage roller doors. Various sizes, colours and prices. Plus 2 tilt-a-doors. Ph 0402743955 Genuine antique, pink pedestal basin, 50’s style. Ideal for home renovator. Needs some restoration but in good cond. $150. Ph 51271882 or 0402916638 Guitar AMP/Roland GA 120. Reverb, headphone output, equaliser, line in by two. $600 ONO Yinnar Ph 5163 1391 High country Franklin extended tent. 6-8 persons. Never used. Cost $329 will sell for $170. Ph 0409424349 Home gym - Proteus as new condition. $400 ono Ph 0422163319 Home gym in exc cond. Moved house and no space for this. $120. Ph 5176 6554 after hours HP Flat screen computer monitor 19” small scratch bottom of screen $60. Upholstery material dark blue with leaf pattern 14 mtrs $50. ph 5174 5447 aftrer 5pm Huge motorized Thomas the Tank collection including 10 trains, Knapford Station, tons of track, extra carriages, price negotiable, selling as a set. Ph 0447 441 767 Jason recliner rockers x 2. Brown tweed upholstery. Good condition $50 each. Ph 5175 0464 Jolly Jumper good cond. $15 Ph 0448595433 Kaiser Baas TV stick. Watch High definition TV on your computer. Package opened however never used. Unwanted gift. $20 Ph 0422517890

Kambrook Multi-function toaster oven. As new. $40 Ph 51274011 Kauri Pine Duchess chest. Ext Dim L 97 D 58 H 47. Purchased Goldfields Antiques $750 sell $300 Ph 51276606 Moe Kitchen table & 8 chairs $40. Chest freezer $50. Crystal cabinet $40. Desk $15. Sewing table $10. Ph 51222466 Kitchen wall cupboards 1@2 door, 2@1 door, 1 corner, 1 s/s sink. All good cond. $60 lot. Morwell Ph 51343007 or 0428343007 Kitchen/dining setting. Cane frame with large round glass top. Table and 4 matching rattan backed chairs. Exc cond. $120 ono. Ph 51273119 Ladies tan jazz shoes size 9.5 BNIB. Selling due to wrong size. $40 Ph 0402527500 Large timber extender table 1800mm x 900mm extends to 2300mm. $100 ONO Ph 51356475 Large wall unit. 3 glass doors with shelving, 3 drawers and two cupboards bottom - dark veneer. $100 51262760 or 0407505671 Large wall unit. All wood. Exc cond. $100 ONO. New Futon cost $200 sell for $100 ONO 51344092 Lavalla girls blazer size 95 $98.50. Kilt size 10-12 $95. Both worn 1 term only. As new. Ph 5174 8435 after 6pm Leap Frog Zippity Disney Cars Game. New, RRP $35, sell for $10. Ph 0418171321 Lift bed, single. Full lift, massage function. Looks like a normal bed. Exc cond had very little use. $900 Ph 0428594045 Lounge chairs x 2. Floral pattern, wooden arms $100 Ph 51276606 Moe Lounge suite 3 seater and 2 recliner chairs. VGC dark green fabric. Very comfortable well looked after. $630 ono Ph 0419113318 Lounge suite. Large 3 seater lounge and arm chair. Apricot leather in exc condition. $500 ono Ph 51276101 Lucerne square bales. $12 each. Ph Barry 51918174 Mahogany dining table extends to seat 10. Exc condition $450. Pick up only 56332962 Masport 21” Contractor utility mower. Honda engine. Used on house block only. 12mths old. Excellent cond. $250. Ph 0413460183 after hours Mens pinstripe suit. Very smart. As new. Size 36. $45 Ph 0488322630 Metal insulated cooler with folding cover. 1.18m x 1.18m x .60m high. $100 Ph 0418512008 Mobility scooter by pride mobility. Revo model. Good cond. Has basket, manual and all charge gear. Easy to use and maintain. $1200 ono. Contact 51761109 Model Aircraft kits for sale. Airfix, Italeri, Monogram, Revell. Ph 5174 4945 Mother’s Choice 3 wheeler pram. Black & red. $80. Ph 0448431292 Churchill Mothers Choice Sheridan Rocker (bouncinette). Hardly used (by grandparents) As new condition. $25 Ph 0437 142 128

MTD Ride on mower. 38” cut. Hardly used. $1800. Ph 0417546342 Natural gas hot water heater. 130L Duct pro flow 05 model. $200 Ph 51221666 New classic cream garage roller door. Size 2400Hx3050W. Comes with tracks, brackets and u-bolts. Ph 0402743955 Nintendo DS as new with solid case. 2 brand new games. New rechargeable battery plus new adapter & recharger. $150. Ph 5133 6218 Nintendo Wii (has been chipped) Wii fit with sport/ fit bundles, 2 controllers and controller accessories, games and heaps more. $350 Ph afer 3pm 0423259066 Nintendo Wii console - black. 1 control + numchuck & 6 games. New $200. Soccer table exc cond $50 Ph 51353522 or 0402826981 Office or study chairs. White PVC swivel, adjustable height, with arms, two matching. Good condition, will separate. $50 ea Ph 5176 6554 after hours Officeworks student desk. Two years old. Large with hutch above. Two single white pipe beds incl mattresses and some linen. All $50 ea. Glengarry Ph 5192 4060 Old newspapers 1945/1946 World War 2 Headlines, make an offer. Washing Machine Simpson 6kg VGC $300 Ph 0403165221 Omega Air conditioner on stand. Brand new - used once $500 Ph 51749389 One pair black army boots size 10. Exc cond $45. Bird cagelarge $35 Morwell 51343007 or 0428343007 P.A. amplifier 12/240v with indoor speakers and outside flare speakers complete with mic $125 the lot. Ph 51272792 Moe Panasonic DVD recorder with hdd hard disc drive 160gb. In perfect working order. Instruction book and remote control. Model No DMR-EX77. $250 ONO Ph 51762336 Pentium 3 Computer. Upgraded with many top options, Fbed scanner/4port ADSL2, lots software with disks, CD’s and manuals $375 Ph 51262040 Piano - Lovely old piano Wilhelm Haller - Berlin. Walnut wood - lovely piece of furniture. May need a tune VGC $350 ONO 0413146387 Pine television unit. $100 Ph 0450261373 Piranha floor steamer. VGC Incl 2 cotton floor cloths and user manual. $43.00 ONO Ph 0419113318 Pool table 9 x 41/2 with accessories. $800. Ph 0438761773 Pool table, slate, 100cm x 183cm. Includes full set of small balls and triangle. Two cues, felt in GC. $180 Newborough 0432912987 Pool table. 6 x 4 feet. Cues and balls included. Only in fair condition. $50 ono. Ph 51761109 Portable picnic table 1200 x 600 folds to 600 x 600 with carry bag. Extendable legs VGC $50 Ph 0351223959 Potty’s 1 x enclosed, 1 normal. $10 ONO Ph 0448 595 433

Pram - Phil n Teds DASH with Double kit. Black, exc cond near new. Paid $749, sell $500 Ph 0448595433 Pram/stroller, folding. Good cond. $100 ONO Ph 51277021 after 6pm Professional Quality workstation by “Ergoline”. L shape 1800x1800 plus side table, lockable drawer unit, bookcase hutch brand new in original packaging. Cost $950 sell for $600. Ph 51744100 QB Bronte bedhead, base and rails. White and brass. Some brasswork pitted. Bargain at $50. Ph 51276606 Moe Queen size bed, wooden posts wrought iron head and foot, with 2 wooden 3 drawer bedside cabinets, baltic pine colour. Exc cond. $300 Ph 51764265 Queen size bed. Federation style with slatted base and mattress. Exc quality $395 ono 56332188 - please leave a message Recliner chair. New/gift. Aubergine (blue/purplecharcoal). $250 ONO Ph 51277121 Rennai “Energysaver 551lt” LPG gas heater. Will convert to mains gas. $150. Ph 0412513590 Replica Queen Anne table with mirror and drawer. Suitable for entrance hall, passage etc. Exc cond. $50 ono. Pick up. Ph 0351743513 Reptile enclosure. Wooden cabinet, sliding glass entrance with bottom cupboards. $500 comes wired, with ceramic heat lamp and lock. Ph Brian 0432272670

Slate fireplace hearth with timber edge. Measures 1650mm wide x 1100mm deep. $125 Ph 0434062857 Sliding aluminium screen door, primrose 2060 x 993 L/H opening. Brand new. $85 Ph 51765842 Soccer table near new $50. Fridge 380L Kel. Very good condition $50. ph 0402826981 or 51353522 Socket Set. 32pce Metric & Af 3/8 drive. Good quality, never used $50. Ph 5122 1588 or 0432 056 051 Sofa bed. Navy blue and green stripe with a thin off white stripe. Exc cond. $125 Ph 0439835314 Solid pine corner TV unit teak colour. Has separate hutch over which can be removed for flat screen TV. Drop down cupboard for DVD and cupboard underneath for storage. Good cond $100 Ph 51740021 Solid pine dining setting - 6 seater. Turned legs on table & front of chairs. Good cond. Bargain $300 Ph 0403505197 Solid T.V unit. Ex Vast Interiors 90cm h x 170 l x 54 w. 2 shelves, 2 end cupboards, 8 DVD drawers. Good cond. $150 Ph 51741508 Solid timber Queen B/R suite. Lge dressing table .2 b/side tables. lge tall boy. Exc cond. cost $3500 sell $2200 ONO call Sue 0437504316 Sony MHC-EC98P stylish Mini Hi-fi system. Delivers a thumping 430W RMS of total power from two 150W speakers and a 130W subwoofer. Exc cond. $250 Morwell 51336695 Southern cross tent. Top of the range. High back, as new. Replacement cost $1850. Sell $800 Spanners. 18pce Metric Chrome Vanadium. Never used. $50. Ph 5122 1588 or 0432 056 051 Sportscraft Table tennis table. Blue with net & bats. Tournament standard. Player has moved metro for tertiary studies. Exc cond. $250 Traralgon 0400613018 St Gabriel’s grey Rigalls pinafore dress, size 12, $20. Knitted jumper size 10 $25. Maroon rain jacket size 12 $10. Summer dress size 12 Rigalls $20 size 14 Beleza $10. All exc cond Ph 51761572 after 6pm Stepper, Aerial brand. Exc cond. Adjustable resistance with counter, timer and calorie meter and arm rests. $40 Ph 51742598 Surf Wave Ski, triple fin, with paddle and bag. VGC $50 Ph 5633 2953 or 0438 544 192 Swallow MD150 Ski’s. Exc cond plus Nordica Ski Boots $150 the lot ONO. Ph 5126 2628 afternoons only Swiss Hutless rocket go-kart. 80s model. Rebuilt Yamaha 100S. $300 Ph 0429326647 Tandem stroller. Valco brand. Exc cond. Suit infant and toddler. Easily folds flat. Front and back canopy, 2 trays, large basket underneath. $200 Ph 5174 5141 Tempo elec portable BBQ with hood & stand. New around $200 sell $75. Chef gas wall oven & grill $50. Ph 0412513590

Timber Western Red Cedar New 1427m (14 feet) 200 x 50 Cost $150 Ph 51273736 TV Palsonic 51cm with remote. Works fine $50 Traralgon Ph 0405602519 TV Unit, Criterion, Walnut, Large with 2 display cupboards with shelves and glass doors and 2 small storage cupboards. Exc Cond. 1.9L x1.2H x42D. $50. Phone 51746002 or 0438746002 Twead recliner chair $250. Driz-a-bone coat $150. Convair air cooler $150. Fold up bed $70. Port-a-cot $50. Shower chair $35. Ph 5134 8225 Twin stroller - used. $5 Ph 0448431292 Churchill Two seater lounge. 2 recliner chairs. Extension table 6 chairs. Floral pattern, lovely. VGC. Matching set. $800 complete set. Deceased estate. Proceeds cancer research. Ph 51762084 AM only Two sets of 8 blade louvre frames complete with 40mm (29 inch) glass $25 each. Ph 51271635 Vulcan wall furnace. Natural gas heater. Cream in colour. VGC. $100 Ph 0429326647 Wall unit “Burgess” make. As new cond. Has two glass doors with mirror in back, small cocktail unit and double doors at the bottom. 200cmHx90cmW. Pick up only. $100 ono. Ph 0351743513 Wall unit. Lots of storage. Mirrored glass doors, lights. Approx 6ft high x 9ft long. Exc cond. Light colour. Worth a look. Best offer. Ph 0410376900 after 3pm Washing machine Simpson 6 kg. Exc cond $280 neg Ph 51330171 Webber Q BBQ with temperature gauge and spare hot plate in VGC. $250 ono Ph 0407994037 Weber Kettle BBQ. Exc cond. $60. 0437847780 Churchill Wertheim sewing machine (treadle) Original tin with parts etc. Instruction booklet $400 ONO Ph 51346921 Western books - 10 books $9.00. Ph 5174 6161 Westinghouse gas stove. Fan forced oven. White, near new. Exc cond. $500 Ph 51276828 Westinghouse small up right freezer - 4 drawers, nearly new $200 Ph 0403505197 Wheelchair. Good cond. $50 Traralgon. Ph 0401 626 818 Wheelie Walker (PCP Rollator) Maroon-used for 1 month. Push down brakes, seat, basket, lifetime surface warranty. $100 Ph 51276606 Moe White dressing table with mirror. Has pink stips on the 3 drawers. Good cond & has a stool. $30 Ph 51348332 White halterneck wedding/deb dress size 20 - clothes size 16. Petticoat and veil excellent cond. Dry cleaned $350 ono. Ph 0421500270 White lacey silky christening dress with bonnet, bib, pants. Size 0-1 $90. Ph 51749389 Wooden cot. Green & white. $80 Ph 0448431292 Churchill Wooden student desk with 3 drawers $30. Ph 51277021 after 6pm

email us your FREE classifed : admin@lvvoice.com. au Retro 60’s vintage couch and 2 armchairs, solid wooden frame with green velour upholstery. Exc cond. $150 ONO. Ph 0418271577 Revolution Spinfit spin bike Studio 10 pass card. Only 2 used. Value $80 - Sell $50. Ph 0400 938 392 Rotisserie, electronic (Ausheat) fits 4 chickens. Glass door and drip tray. Works well $100 Ph 56352397 Ryobi Electric Hammer Drill incl case and drills $50 Ph 51221588 or 0432056051 Safe’n’sound booster seat $20 Ph 0448 595 433 Samsung slide mobile phone with QWERTY keyboard, camera. Able to connect to web, user manual and charger. Locked to Optus newtwork. Aqua colour and hardly been used. $90 ono Ph 0407994037 Sesame Beginnings walker. Green & blue. $50 Ph 0448431292 Churchill Shop rider mobility scooter - maroon. Good condition with head light and shopping basket on front. Batteries and charger in good order $1000. Phone 5176 2336 Single bed, pipe type, dark blue colour. Good cond. Can throw in a fair cond mattress. $40 ono Ph 51761109 Slate fireplace hearth with metal edges 1200 x 300 $40. Ph 51271918

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Wooden TV unit. 1.60m wide x 1.34m high. Large DVD/ CD storage drawer. Glass door cupboard and 2 other cupboards. Very good cond. Exc storage unit $80 ONO Ph 0418 530 954 X-box 360 game - Infinite Undiscovery, as new. $10 Ph 0418171321 X-box 360 game - Rainbow Six Vegas 2, as new. $10 Ph 0418171321 X-box bundle with guitar, drums, disc and microphone. 2 1/2 months old, used twice only. $110 ono ph 0409941014 or 51342705 Yamaha Clavinova, exc cond. Full piano keyboard. $60. Contact 51744082 Yamaha Electone organ. Model B-35. Free standing. Exc condition plus box full of organ music. $100. Tel 0418 530 954 York 230 Space Saver weight bench. Multiple exercises incl butterfly arms and leg extensions. Exc cond. Will incl selected barbell weights. $105. Ph 51337710

Bluetongue lizard and enclosure. Originally bought from pet shop. No licence needed. $120 lot. Ph 51337611 Border Collie x Kelpie puppies. 8 males. Ready to go end of April $200 ea. Ph 0459208405 for interest. Can email photos Ferrets 16 weeks old $20 each Ph 51339049 after 5pm Free to good home 12month old male wolfhound “Naboo”. Needs more attention and exercise. Ph 51750909 Free to good home 5 mth old male kitten. Very loving & playful. Great with kids, regretable parting. Ph 0432059178 Free to good home. Blue Heeler 4yo male. Good for breeding or watch dog. Not a kids dog. Reg & microchipped. Ph 0400876456 Game pheasants. $25 each Ph 0431946638 Greyhound Cross puppies. Two female, one male. Free to good home. Pls call 0438932931 after hours Guinea Pigs for sale. Variety of colours. Females and males aged 4-8 weeks. $10 ea Ph 0401954031 Handraised birds for sale. Alexandrines cockatiels. Greencheeks, princess parrots, sun conure and more aviary birds also. Ph Mary 51223506 Pure bred Labrador pups. $650. Ph Renee for further information. 0409358744 Pure bred Ragdoll kitten. Female Seal Point 11 weeks old $250. Ph 0431415023 Rabbits $10 each. 4 x male 4 x female. Ph 0412469543 Young ferretts, six months old $20 ea Ph 0356332182

Yamaha WR250F 2005mdl, electric start, h/guards, pro taper bars, rad guards, f/ guards, bash plate, pro circuit exhaust, 90% tyres, 2295kms. $5500 ono Ph 0401249977

Bamix Coffee grinder. Ph 51746161 Breadmaker wanted. Ph 0438337211 Bunk bed to suit young children. Preferably single size. Ph 0422671690 Desperately need a shower base and shower screen (small). Please call 51346699 after 10 am Dragonfly brooches, jewellery, pictures, photos - pre-owned Ph 51765129 or 0423727798

Farm house or house with land and sheds, out of town. Wanted to rent around Baw Baw Shire by working couple with kids. Must be ok with outside dogs. Exc references. Ph 0459218750

FARM MACHINERY Round hay bale feeder, tow behind tractor type with hydrolics and chaindrive. Ph 0351552221 Painter - quote wanted to paint guttering and eaves of home in Morwell. Ph 0433741966 Volunteer Ghost Host needed for Walhalla Ghost tours. Small petrol allowance paid for travel, must have good rapport with public. More details phone 5165 6250

Volunteer retired printers to open up print shop and run old printing press 3 days per week in Walhalla. Ph 5165 6250 for more information Volunteer shop assistants to help in Walhalla Museum. Small petrol allowance paid for travel. Please phone 5165 6250 for more details

found Short haired border collie. Glengarry area. Ph 0427352314 Monday afternoon April 4th on footpath Rangeview Dr Traralgon near St Gabrel’s school. Gold rimmed frame with tortoise shell arms prescription glasses. Ph 0400613018 to claim

free Large Analogue TV with remote control. Pickup only from Newborough. 5126 2040

garage sale Saturday 16th April. Beanie kids, toys, coffee table, brica-brac, lots of stuff! 2 Kokoda St Morwell. 8.30am NO EARLY CALLERS THANKS

help needed Retired or semi retired carpenter for casual jobs around the home. Churchill area Ph 0437435058

horse agistment Horse agistment available. Surrounded by beautiful riding trails, native bush and creeks. Includes all feed and supervision. Farrier and dentist visits organised. $25 p/w Ph 0438337211

real estate Double storey Homestead plus separate 4 star B&B cottage. Mudbrick, recycled timber, stained glass, plus barn. 7 1/2 acres. Town/Tank water. $695,000. Ph 0407512333

livestock Alpacas. Males $250. Females from $400. Ph 0434 521 317 Alpacas. White male 4 years. Brown female 8 years and white female cria 3 1/2 months. $300 ea. Ph 51671994

motorbikes Honda VT750C Shadow, 7, 2007 Cruiser. One lady owner 8490 kms. Extras inc clock, leather saddle bags, sissy bar, bike cover and helmet lock. Regrettable sale. $8000 ONO Ph 0417110970 Honda XR100R, 2003. Great bike for the kids, regularly maintained, rider outgrown, comes with 3 bike trailer. $1950 Ph 0414 743 512 Hondas 750/4s x 2 incomplete motorcycles, 3 x tanks, 1 rickman style red f/glass seat and tank unit $650 the lot Ph 0409836647 Motor scooter 125cc 4-stroke 2 y.o. only 500km. Exc cond. No rego or RWC. Sale due to ill health. Would suit new buyer $1200. Ph 51272634 Motorcycle trailer “Tow with bike”. All steel but light. New lights, rear opening lid, folds forward to make table. $950 Ph 0413244955 Suzuki GSXR 750 1999. Fuel injected, one owner, full service history, rego May 2012, tyres 95% 20,000kms. New chain & sprockets. Reluctant sale $6500 ONO Ph 0447262868 Suzuki JR50 2003. Kids size1 Fox Boots, size 8 Fox pants, Shift armor, Fox Turbo Belt, goggles, Nexl Helmet $800 the lot. Ph 0437847780 Yamaha Quad bike 2006 bruin 250. Great bike motor a1. Plastics have minor damage, must sell. $3500 ono. Ph 0447698580 for more information

public notices Casserole Luncheon, plus entertainment. 13th April at 11.30am at Morwell East Senior Citizens hall in Vary St Morwell. For more details please phone 51341952 Come try Tae Kwon-Do. 2 free lessons. Get fit, have fun, learn something. In Traralgon and Churchill. Ph Dave 0402270347 Handwriting for all occassions. Invitations, certificates, cards, correspondence. All styles available-script, old style light/dark, calligraphy, cursive. $10 per line and bulk rates negotiated. Ph Mandi 51742129 Solar powered tricycle rides. Takes 2 passengers $5 per ride. Great for fetes, birthday parties & fundraising. Ph 0429 110 763 Weight loss Counselling & Workshops for women. Ph Robyn Crawford 0439724751 www.weightlosswithheart.com

room to let Boolarra - Furnished room and board $150pw. Own transport. Suit uni student/single worker. Ph 0427696640

seeking employment 22 y.o uni student looking for p/t work. T’gon. Good computer skills, current WWC check. Flexible hours. Tutoring, newsletters, webpage updates suitable. Ph 0439699013 after 4pm Female looking for traineeship in truck driving. Keen to get MC. Can provide Vic Roads Print out, Police clearance. Please phone 51346561 Ironing done. Reasonable rates. Traralgon area. Ph 0400941987 Lawn mowing and general garden maintenance. Latrobe Valley area. Call Tony for a competitive quote 0438 859 399 Mature woman, Churchill area, looking for part time work 2-6 hours p/w. Jill of all trades. Phone Kath 0437 435 058 Moving out of rentals, homes, builders clean, offices. Anything I can put my hands to. Contact Jo-anne on 0417021970. Free quotes Young drummer. Can play range of newer songs. Keen to join band and learn more. Ph 0421750611

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Latrobe Valley Bus Lines is the local provider of public transport bus service and school bus services. We are seeking to employ a full time bus driver who has excellent communication skills, and is willing to work weekends. Applicants must hold a current Victorian Medium Endorsed License, Working with Children and Driver Certiﬁcation. Written applications including resume are to be forwarded to:

Are you looking to change your employment? Then Country Wide Bedding & Sofas Pty Ltd has an opportunity to secure your own future and income. We are looking for people with drive and energy to operate an owner-manager store in the CBD of Traralgon or Sale. Country Wide Bedding & Sofas Pty Ltd specialise in bedding an sofas and includes associated products such as bedroom suites, mattresses an bases, bedheads, bedside tables, pillows while we pride ourselves by using Australian made products. You will receive product training prior to your shop opening to better understand the requirements of people’s needs in their sleeping comfort.

Human Resources P.O. Box 390 Morwell 3840 or email: info@lvbl.com.au

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April 13 2011

E G E L L O C S R FLINDE

L A V I N R A C S C I T E ATHL Latish gets ready for the high jump

Sia is all smiles Isaac makes a great jump

Sophia tries out the ball throw

Kirshen leads the way

Joel pictured in midair

Carly sprints away with the baton Kaella takes a break to pose for the camera

Sam hops his way forward Traxareq makes the bar

LONG jump, high jump, discus and shot put were just some of the activities primary students from Flinders Christian Community College took part in during their school athletics carnival recently. Students across all primary grades donned their house team colours, boarded a bus and headed oďŹ&#x20AC; to Harold Preston Reserve for a day of sport and fun.

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Mid week recovery ride Moe Golf Club Sunday 27/3 4BBB Brian Rankin Memorial

A MIDWEEK group bike ride starting at Moe’s Apex Park will be held on Wednesday mornings for enthusiasts that want that little extra pace and slightly longer distance than when riding alone.

The ride is designed for racing cyclists who want a midweek recovery ride and cyclists who own a road bike and want to get a little ﬁtter by riding longer distances at “chatting pace”.

The ride is ideal for retired folk, shift workers and the like, and leaves Apex Park next to the toilet block at 9.15am every Wednesday. Distances vary from 50km to more than 100kms, dependant on numbers on the day, taking in

some quiet roads west of Moe. All rides ﬁnish back in Moe, with a nice coﬀee and chat at a local café. All welcome. For further information contact Wayne on 5127 5714 or email wayne_tunks@iprimus.com.au

Shield: M Hancock / C Dunstan 49pts A Grade: R Alexander / J Pledge 47pts; B Grade: B Taylor / K Fisher 47pts DTL: J Shields / S O’Connell 46; L Wilson / L Stothard 45; T Hayes / R Warren 45; L Sprake / L Sprake 45 NTP Men: 4th J Pisa 8th J Engel 14th G Charles NTP Ladies: 4th S Pearson 8th A Williams Ladies Wednesday 30/3 Stroke 3rd Rd Championships A Grade: K Middlemiss 71; B Grade: J Blandford 73 DTL: L Sprake 74; S Tate, E Mitchell 75 c/b NTP: 4th J Woznica 8th K Middlemiss 14th S Tate

Traralgon Seniors 4/4

Bridge results

Winner: B Salzer 24pts DTL: A Bland 22pts, M Regan 21 pts, B Downey 20pts, G Thomas 20pts, T Hannon 20pts, B Easter 19pts, L Browning 18pts, C Payne 18pts

Three pairs make top eight

▪ Traralgon RSL’s John Van Berkel pictured during the game against Sale.

Edinburgh Shield TRARALGON RSL bowlers met some stiﬀ opposition in their section of the Edinburgh Shield held in warm and perfect weather at Mulwala Services Club at the weekend. Winning over local side Yarrawonga/Mulwala and Pascoe Vale, but just going down to Premier League team Geelong, then Rye and Sale RSL, who went on to be the venue winner, the Traralgon team ﬁnished fourth. At Yarrawonga Border

Golf and Bowls, the second Traralgon RSL team also performed well, winning against Warragul and Rye and just going down to East Keilor, Port Arlington/St Leonards and Dromana, the venue winner. Again the Traralgon RSL finished fourth. The biggest highlight of the tournament was Alan Kanavan’s team going the whole weekend without losing one game of the five they played, a great effort at this level of competition.

TRARALGON Bridge Club players are participating in the three-week Victorian Simultaneous Pairs event. After week two, it has three pairs in the top eight. New beginners’ classes will start on Thursday, April 28. Bridge is an exciting, stimulating and challenging game that offers some interesting health benefits. You can play at a range of levels and there are no age barriers. As with other elite sports, top players have the opportunity to represent Australia overseas. Enquiries: Helen on 5174 7034. The club will play again in the “Bridge for Brains” competition on Monday, May 2. All money raised will go to Neuroscience Research Australia to support its work on Alzheimer’s and dementia. The next heat of the Grand National Open Teams will be held at Sale on May 1. The top teams will then be asked to play in the regional final. The two top teams are then sent to the national final played at Tweed Heads. The return interclub with South Gippsland club will be played at Tarwin Lower on Tuesday, May 2, with a car pool to be set up to travel to the host club’s location. Lunch provided. Enquiries: Geoff on 5176 5726 or 0418 381386, Rob 5174 3145 or 0427 743145 or www.bridgeclubtraralgon. org.au Results for April 2 - nationwide pairs 61.11% Jeanne Anderson and Corrie van Lier 60.65% Don Walters and Robyn Couch 53.24% Helen McAdam and Moira Hecker 52.78% Eula Beasley and Jan Williams 51.85% Fred Sundermann and Bridget Wilson Overall Nationwide Pairs placings: 19th - Corrie van Lier and Jeanne Anderson 29th - Don Walters and Robyn Couch

▪ Ashley Delaney will be the guest speaker at the Gippsland Sports Academy 2011 awards.

Sports awards night THE Gippsland Sports Academy will host its annual awards night on Friday, May 13, at the Morwell Bowling Club. The guest speaker will be local champion and former Gippsland Sports Academy Olympic swimmer Ashley Delaney. Ashley, a backstroke specialist, returned home from the Commonwealth Games in Delhi with three bronze and a gold medal. Academy chief executive oﬃcer Judi Buhagiar said: “It is quite ﬁtting that Ashley will be our guest speaker at the awards

as swimming is exceptionally strong in Gippsland, with our Morwell Bowling Club Swim Programme seeing athletes consistently achieve national times.” The awards celebrate the achievements of inspiring Gippsland athletes. The awards allow community leaders, representatives from state sporting organisations, sponsors and many others to come together to congratulate athletes on their achievements. Three members from each sport are acknowledged for excellence, encouragement and sport development.

Results for April 4 - Vic Sim Pairs (week three) North-south pairs Don Walters and Robyn Couch 65.61% Trevor Graham and Irene Pappas 52.91% Gavin Wigginton and Michael Zarb 51.59% Heather Knorr and Rhonda van Duke 49.21% East-west pairs Rob Graham and Geoﬀ Davidson Moira Hecker and Helen McAdam Barbara Brabets and Bee Bodin Ian Keith and Cheryl Cooksey

63.10% 61.31% 57.44% 56.25%

Overall Vic Sim Pairs after week two 1st - Anne Howes and Heather Watt 6th - Heather Knorr and Rhonda van Dyke 8th - Don Walters and Robyn Couch Tuesday April 5 Robyn Couch and Anne Howes Geoﬀ Davidson and Ken Tierney Pat Still and Margaret Whitmore Pamela Hourigan and Michael Zarb

NTP: men B Selzer; women M Lethborg

Churchill/Monash Golf Club 2/4 Mens Stableford A Grade: A Sharrock (17) 41pts B Grade: T Gabbett (22) 41pts C Grade: F Sedjak (28) 38pts DTL: P Broadbent 40, L Stein 38, P Smart 38, T Sterrick 37, G Spowart 37, C Lesiw 36 NTP: 3rd W Peter, 5th J Thornby, 12th C Lesiw, 14th M Smith Birdies: K Van Vliet 12th, T Gabbett 3rd 3/4 Stableford Men’s winner: L Stein (14) 38pts Ladies winner: C Barnes (36) 31pts 5/4 Stroke Monthly Medal Scratch winner: E D’Alterio 102 Monthly medal winner: M Dear (35) 69 net DTL: K Raber 74, D Judkins 74, S Cooke 76 NTP: 5th (2 shots) C Barnes, 14th (2 shots) T Buxton Count putts: D Judkins 28 and C Ellis 28

Traralgon Golf Club ladies 30/3 Stableford HCP

SCORE

Div 1

M Wylie

37pts

Div 2

M Burke

37pts

Div 3

B Sutton

40pts

Div 4

A Bland

38pts

NTP: 5th G Haycroft; 8th E Kay; 10th J Elder; 15th S Barker Birdies: 8th M Wylie, I Staﬀord; 15th V Jones, S Barker 18th hole 3rd SHOT: J Elder Wednesday 9-Hole Comp A Lawrence 19pts c/b Ball Competition Division 1: K Roberts 37, H Woolcock36 Division 2: G Wight 2, S Barker 27 c/b Division 3: T Pitkethly 36, P Coles 35, K Kim 32 Division 4: M Cheney, R Humphrey 31, B Jamieson 30 Chicken Run 29/3

59.72% 59.03% 57.64% 52.43%

M Burke 20pts Saturday Comp 29/3 K Howlett 37pts. H Cameron, K MacKenzie 33 Birdies: H Cameron, M Greenwood

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SOCCER NOTES

Seniors Traralgon Olympians Traralgon City Fortuna 60 Monash Tyers Lightning

1-2 0-2 6-1 4-0 0-1

Newborough-Yallourn Churchill United Moe United Sale United Falcons 2000

2-5 0-2 0-0 3-0 3-1

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Morwell Pegasus Sale United Churchill United Newborough-Yallourn Traralgon City

Reserves Traralgon Olympians Traralgon City Fortuna 60 Monash Tyers Lightning 2nd Division Traralgon Olympians Traralgon City Churchill Rams Fortuna 60 Trafalgar Warragul United Monash - Bye Womens Fortuna 60 Monash Tyers Lightning Warragul United Trafalgar

GSL ﬁxtures Seniors and reserves - Round 2, begins 16/4 Falcons 2000 Moe United Newborough-Yallourn Sale United Traralgon City

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Fortuna 60 Churchill United Monash Tyers Lightning Traralgon Olympians

Newborough Yallourn United NEWBOROUGH Yallourn United made an ideal start to the 2011 Gippsland Soccer League season winning four from four. Its men’s team travelled to Traralgon to take on the Olympians under lights in the senior division. At the full-time whistle it was 2-1 ahead. Heydan Cook was the star of the show in both the reserves and second division for NYU. In the reserves the visitors got through some hairy moments before pulling away with a 5-2 victory over the Olympians, Cook netting a hat-trick for his eﬀorts. He also kicked ﬁve of NYU’s six goals in the second division.

On Sunday NYU’s women’s team travelled to Warragul for its ﬁrst game of the season and came away with a commanding 10-0 victory against an understrength home side. NYU’s Nicole White netted herself a hat trick. This weekend sees NYU host cross-town rival Monash at home in all senior grades as it looks to build on its ﬁrst-round successes. Results: Seniors: Olympians vs NYUSC (1-2) Reserves: Olympians vs NYUSC (2-5) 2nd Division: Olympians vs NYUSC (3-6) Womens: Warragul vs NYUSC (0-10)

Apostoleris broke through the NYU back half in the 41st minute to tie up the scores. Just before half time, controversy struck when Peter Illic managed to score, but the Olympians players argued Illic was well offside. However, the goal was allowed by the referee and the score line was 2-1 heading into the break. The rain came down hard during half time, making the second half a wet affair. NYU came out strong, seeking to press its advantage and extend the lead but Justin Kosakiewicz was once again superb in front of goal. Olympians then went on the attack, but some desperate defence by NYU managed to secure them the win. Monash Wolves vs Sale United was a one-sided affair with Monash claiming victory

Moe FORTUNA was too good for Moe in the seniors, registering a 6-1 win. Fortuna clinically ﬁnished its opportunities and gave Peter Albanese no chance. Cameron Dunne, Hayden Tanti and Matt Coward all scored two goals each for Fortuna while Moe’s Matt Shearing snuck a goal from a deﬂected free kick. In the reserves, a tight

encounter saw both teams came out with a point. A youthful Moe side dominated in large patches in the ﬁrst and second half but couldn’t score - the ﬁnal result a nil-all draw. In the second division, Fortuna was too good for Moe, which struggled with an inexperienced side and no bench. Final scores 5-0.

THE Gippsland Tigers Superules over 35s team came away with a convincing 61-point victory in its opening game of the season at the Traralgon football ground. The Tigers, which play fortnightly, defeated Wellington Warriors in what was the secondever meeting between the two clubs. With Wellington well short on numbers, the Tigers dropped in Brett Sutton, Mick Muccello and John Cameron to give its opposition a bench. The Tigers started in great fashion with early goals to Wayne

Hicks and George Nicola, while Bruce Siddle was everywhere early, playing a lone hand in the big-man department. Wellington came back late in the first quarter with some very good teamwork. It was five goals to three at the first break. The second quarter was much the same with the Tigers 20 points ahead at half time. A strong second half gave the Tigers an easy win. The next game will be an away game against Colac this Sunday while the over 47s will tackle Beaconsfield at Beaconsfield.

Superules results Gippsland 16-12-108 d Wellington 7-5-47 Best: Wayne Hicks, Russel Ludby, Bruce Siddle, Tim Lynch, Mick Duncan Goals: Wayne Hicks 3, Russel Lusby 4, Mick Siddle 2, Bruce Siddle 1, Paul Roberts 1, Peter Berringer 1, George Nicola 1, Peter Kavaids l, Troy Ludby 1, Danny Reid 1

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4-0 at home. Eric Sostak opened Monash’s account in the 10th minute, which was quickly followed by a wellaimed header from Daniel Abela to put the score at 2-0. Sale regrouped and managed to stem the blitz, preventing any more goals in the ﬁrst

half. Two late goals from Coen Slaughter and Ash Birell put the match beyond doubt. In other results, Churchill defeated Traralgon City 2-0, Fortuna thumped Moe 6-1 and Falcons defeated Tyers Lightning 1-0.

with Fitzroy-Doncaster and last season with Northcote CC. Munro was coached by Peter Petrou at under 16 level and progressed to premier cricket commencing in the 2006-7 season. The next training session will have a guest baseball coach, who will instruct on the skills of ﬁelding, especially throwing.

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▪ Hayden Tanti celebrates with teammate Cameron Dunne after a magniﬁcent goal.

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Munro mentors young cricketers

▪ Guest coach Greg Munro has a chat to Aiden George.

Superules: Tigers pummel Warriors

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THE CGCA Peter Siddle Development Squad commenced its oﬀ-season indoor training program at the Traralgon Indoor Sports and Aquatic Centre on Sunday. Coach Peter Petrou was ably assisted by guest coach Greg Munro, who gave detailed batting advice to each of the boys regarding their weakest shot and correcting technique. He also shared his experience as a Premier Cricket player

IT was another great week at the Traralgon Netball Courts with some tightly fought games ending in a draw while other teams ended the day with percentage-boosting wins.

NYU overcomes goal controversy ROUND one of the Gippsland Soccer League Seniors saw Newborough Yallourn United (NYU) triumph over Traralgon Olympians 2-1. On a cold and drizzling Saturday night, NYU was on the oﬀensive early with Adam Batt providing some great attacks on goal. However, Olympians stood up to the pressure with Andrew Marinou and Brian Box defending well, supported by Justin Kosakiewicz’s excellent goalkeeping. In the 19th minute, NYU was awarded a penalty after a late attack on the ball and Adam Batt booted the goal to put them in the lead 1-0. The Olympians fought hard to get on the board, but was repeatedly denied thanks to Damian Gilbert’s eﬀorts in front of goal. Finally, Paul

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MORWELL East’s poor start to the Mid Gippy season continued, when last year’s grand ﬁnalists were defeated by 40 points against Newborough. This defeat leaves the East at the bottom of the ladder, on a tally of zero points. The victors move into second spot, with a ﬂawless record – equal on eight points – the same as leaders Trafalgar. The defending champions were made to work

hard against Yinnar, coming away with a win in the last quarter. Best for Traf were C De Haas, K Butler and M Farrell. Just a point separated Hill End and Boolarra, with the Baw Baw shire outfit emerging victorious. M Moseley put on a great show, kicking four goals. Best for Boolarra were A Thorpe, T Leys, M Dyer and S Fox. The game between Yarragon and Yallourn/ Yallourn North was also an entertaining

affair. The teams kicked 11 goals apiece, with six behinds making the difference for Yarragon. T Philips slotted five goals for Yallourn but it wasn’t enough for the visitors. Best for the winners were R Anderson, S Brown and J Cropley. Mirboo North moved up to seventh place after accounting for Thorpdale. R Pickering led the charge for Thorpie, but his three goals weren’t enough.

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111 117 158 128 135 128 195 163 155 236

178.38 175.21 124.68 106.25 100.74 97.66 84.62 71.17 84.52 49.58

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▪ The Yinnar and Trafalgar boys fought tooth and nail over the weekend, with Trafalgar coming away on top.

Traralgon to visit Drouin TRARALGON visits Drouin in one of the Gippsland League’s stand-out games at the weekend. After losing a large number of players from last season, the Maroons are working on rebuilding, but the task of stopping last year’s grandﬁnalist, Drouin, may be a bit beyond it so early in the season. Drouin put on a strong performance against Moe, with Chris Dunne’s 11 goals a club record against all-comers in the league. Chris’s 11 goals is also the highest individual goal-scoring eﬀort in an opening round since Sale’s Shane Loveless scored 13 against Moe in 1987. Leongatha has a chance to add another win to the table when it

takes on Maﬀra this Saturday night. Sale will be keen to take on Wonthaggi Power at home and while the Magpies will not want to take the Power too lightly, it has the manpower to score a comfortable win. Morwell managed to come away with a win at Wonthaggi, and shouldn’t have too much worry from Warragul this weekend. Warragul showed little against Bairnsdale and has a lot of youngsters who will improve as the season progresses. Moe will travel to Bairnsdale on Sunday, which should be the biggest crowd of the round. Bairnsdale had an easy win against Warragul, but will ﬁnd Moe a strong opponent.

▪ Nathan Freitag unleashes a kick just in time to avoid a Leongatha tackle.

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Seniors

Bairnsdale 9-5-59 Morwell 9-22-76 Leongatha 21-12-138 Sale 9-19-73 Drouin 20-8-128

def Warragul 4-12-36 def Wonthaggi Power 8-6-54 Traralgon 17-18-120 def Maﬀra 8-5-53 def Moe12-11-83 def

Yarragon 11-9-75

Wonthaggi Power 8-7-55 Leongatha 9-8-62 Maﬀra 10-9-69 Drouin 8-10-58

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Morwell 5-5-35 Traralgon 5-6-36 Sale 6-5-41 def Moe 4-1-25

Under 18s Bairnsdale 12-18-90

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Wonthaggi Power 10-12-72 def

Traralgon 9-14-68 Sale 13-13-91 Drouin 37-24-246

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Warragul 4-4-28 Morwell 5-4-34 Leongatha 7-4-46 Maﬀra 4-7-31 Moe 0-1-1

Under 16s Bairnsdale 21-13-139

def Wonthaggi Power 17-16-118 def Traralgon 8-7-55 def Sale 8-11-59 def Drouin 15-12-102 def

Warragul 2-4-16 Morwell 10-5-65 Leongatha 4-3-27 Maﬀra 7-5-47 Moe 3-2-20

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def Yallourn/Yallourn North 11-3-69

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Morwell East 11-13-79

Goals: Newborough C. Payne 4, L. Webber 4, M. Gelagotis 3, T. Boyle 1, C. Weller 1, J. Munro 1, J. Bennets 1, A. Alderuccio 1, A. Chandler 1; Morwell East C. Smogavec 3, D. Burridge 3, R. Henry 2, M. Higgins 1, M. Van Dyke 1, L. Towns 1 Best: Newborough C. Weller, J. Todd, L. Webber, B. Mills, C. Payne, R. Wilson; Morwell East C. Smogavec, M. Higgins, G. Duncan, M. Brown, M. McAllister, L. Towns Trafalgar 11-15-81

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Yinnar 11-7-73

Goals: Trafalgar C. Kyriacou 2, J. Holdsworth 2, C. De Haas 2, B. Dawson 1, G. Kneebone 1, L. Stevens 1, K. Butler 1, L. Bryant 1; Yinnar D. Weir 2, T. Stanistreet 2, J. Embry 2, M. Glowrey 1, J. Winters 1, S. Mills 1, N. Scurrah 1, L. Visser 1 Best: Trafalgar C. De Haas, K. Butler, M. Farrell, B. Dawson, J. Hines, J. Bragagnolo; Yinnar B. Chapman, J. Embry, L. Visser, M. Andrew, G. Cheﬀers, S. Mills Mirboo North

Seniors def Boisdale 8-9-57 def Woodside 11-6-72 def Cowwarr def Gormandale 15-12-102 def TTU 11-13-79

Heyﬁeld 17-15-117 Glengarry19-12-126 Churchill Rosedale 18-7-115 Sale City 15-15-105

Boolarra12-5-77

Goals: Hill End M. Moseley 4, J. Tymensen 2, S. Davies 2, D. Hershaft 2, A. Cochrane 1, J. Rees 1; Boolarra M. Cleaver 2, K. Towt 2, S. Buglisi 2, C. Sherriﬀ 1, J. Holmes 1, S. Boddy 1, T. Dowe 1, A. Thorpe 1, D. Metcalf 1 Best: Hill End C. Robertson, K. Ayton, M. Moseley, R. Fiddelaers, R. Lee, J. Rees; Boolarra A. Thorpe, T. Leys, M. Dyer, S. Fox, J. Cargill, C. Riseley Newborough 17-17-119

North Gippsland Football Netball Leauge Results

Goals: Yarragon R. Anderson 3, M. Ablett 2, L. Carroll 1, S. Brown 1, T. Oakley 1, K. Canobie 1, H. Black 1, B. Damschke 1; YYN T. Phillips 5, D. Smith 2, L. Mackay 1, D. Murphy 1, J. Chessells 1, D. Shellcot 1 Best: Yarragon S. Brown, M. Parkinson, M. Ablett, J. Cropley, R. Anderson, M. Nooy; YYN B. Burnett, T. Dobson, L. Sporton, T. Phillips, A. Burnett, D. Smith Hill End 12-6-78

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def Thorpdale10-11-71

Goals: Mirboo North no information provided; Thorpdale R. Pickering 3, M. Shannon 1, D. Martin 1, J. Koopmans 1, K. Mutke 1, B. Bailey 1, J. Atkinson 1, S. Lee 1 Best: Mirboo North no information provided; Thorpdale S. Lee, C. Cairns, D. Martin, J. Atkinson, D. Grima, M. Chapman

Reserves Heyﬁeld 14-9-93 Glengarry 14-9-93 Cowwarr 13-9-87 Rosedale 9-7-61 TTU 20-15-135

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Boisdale 11-13-79 Woodside 8-7-55 Churchill 10-11-71 Gormandale 8-8-56 Sale City 7-4-46

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Boisdale 3-9-27 Woodside 6-6-42 Cowwarr 7-7-49 Rosedale 5-5-35 TTU 6-7-43

Thirds Heyﬁeld 17-17-119 Glengarry 9-16-70 Churchill 14-12-96 Gormandale 18-16-124 Sale City 15-9-99

Mid Gippy Netball Results A Grade Boisdale 26 Woodside 37 Cowwarr 29 Rosedale 44 TTU 55

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Heyﬁeld 44 Glengarry 57 Churchill 37 Gormandale 39 Sale City 28

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EAST Gippsland easily accounted for Mid Gippsland in the grand final of the Eastern Regional State League, held at Churchill last Friday. After a thumping first quarter in which the local squad was ahead 12 goals to 10, East Gippsland came out firing to take the second quarter 13 goals to 8. Shooting accuracy proved to be the big difference between the two teams, East Gippsland making 46 from 59 (78%) while Mid Gippsland made 29 from 55 (53%). At the final whistle, East Gippsland ran out 17-goal winners, defeating the Mid Gippsland squad 46 to 29. East Gippsland shooter Annora Virgo won the player of the match award.

Mid Gippsland’s Jessica Murphy intercepts a pass during the Eastern Regional State League grand ﬁnal.

Magpies fly high GLENGARRY cemented its place on top of the ladder with a nine-goal victory over a gallant Wildcat line up at Woodside on the weekend. Sunny skies quickly turned dark and gloomy in the ﬁnal stanza as the Wildcats were outmuscled and outplayed, the visitors slamming on six goals to two for a convincing victory. While the ﬁnal score showed the Magpies dominant, it didn’t tell the full story, with Woodside in arms reach for three quarters of the match. Glengarry’s Jesse Bird, Dean Brooks and Heath Fox were instrumental in the side’s victory, the trio providing

plenty of drive through the middle of the ground, while Woodside’s Max Lane, Foat and Staley were solid contributors. Sale City made an early statement of intent with an emphatic 26-point victory over TTU. The reigning premier has got its season off to a flying start, winning two from two. After a tight start to the match, the Dogs had an 11-point lead by three quarter time, which it extended in the final term. Youngsters Ben Chivers and captain Beau Wilson impressed for the visitors. A best-on-ground performance by premiership

player Joey Whykes steered Churchill to its first win of the season against Cowwarr. The Cougars made the most of their opportunities in front of goal converting five of their nine shots at goal in the first quarter, with the Saints scoring opportunities limited. By the first change, the Cougars led by four goals and from then on were never in danger as they surged to a 27-point win. Whykes was dangerous whether in the middle of the ground or pushing forward, Jarrod O’Meara and Nat Campbell were continual threats when they got their

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