Albury Wodonga NewsWeekly, Issue #167, Wednesday 23th January, 2013 by Albury Wodonga NewsWeekly

Issue #167 – Wednesday, January 23, 2013

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Kevin clips for a cure Staff at the Albion Hotel are preparing for Shave For a Cure. Their their first candidate, Kevin Everett, has put up his hand- and his crowning glory- for leukemia.

Ambo site fear By TREVOR JACKSON

WEST Wodonga residents fear someone will be hurt, or worse, if the proposed new ambulance station for the city goes ahead as planned. The new station is proposed for the corner of Felltimber Creek Road and McGaffins Road, a designated residential area. Residents in the region have joined Eryn Phillips to oppose the development, happily adding their signatures to a petition to have the project stopped. Mrs Phillips said she had sent a letter outlining her concerns to Wodonga Council, Wodonga ambulance service and the head office of Ambulance Victoria, with no response other than from council. “When I first looked into the development I asked council about it and they told me they had nothing to do with it because it was a private sale,” she said. “They told me the only times they would get involved was once the plans were submitted to council.” Mrs Phillips said one of the biggest misconceptions about the objection was that the only complaint related to noise from sirens, but added there was much more to the situation. “My biggest concerns are it is a residential area, on a single-lane street, with no parking to the side,” she said. “There’s a bus stop on the next corner which doesn’t only service local traffic but it’s actually the school bus stop as well.” Mrs Phillips said complaints relating to the previously proposed site included noise and destruction of trees on the site. She said the current proposed site included many native species.

Eryn Phillips at the bus stop across the road from the proposed new ambulance site in Wodonga.

But she reiterated her major concern related to safety of the community. “The block is right on the corner of a really busy intersection,” she said. “It provides access to quite an extensive area and it’s quite a busy road.

“If you have an ambulance coming along on a code one emergency, people driving cars panic. You have children waiting for the bus going to school and you have the aged care across the road. “I just think the whole situation is dangerous.”

Ambulance Victoria say they are yet to finalise arrangements for the new station. “The branch at Wodonga is still in the design stage and as yet doesn’t have planning approval,” Matt Chadban, Ambulance Victoria Upper Hume

Group Manager said. “The public’s feedback is important and we work closely with local councils to follow their procedures during the planning process to ensure that we achieve the best outcome for everyone.”

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Movies

TV Guide

Real Estate

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Sport

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Butt out of fires By TREVOR JACKSON THOUGHTLESS behaviour is putting lives and property at risk, according to CFA District 24 Operations Officer John Bigham. And people just don’t seem to be getting the message. Wodonga and other brigades from District 24 have attended a number of fires over recent months which have been deemed suspicious and have been investigated by police. “At this stage none of the fires have caused any damage to the community,” Mr Bigham said. “But we are appealing to the public. If they see anybody acting suspiciously we would like them to report any details to either Crime Stoppers or the police on triple zero. “They should take down any details but don’t interfere. They can take a description of the vehicle or whatever they see and pass that information on.” A recent fire near the Wodonga skate park has been deemed suspicious and another fire along the Hume Freeway is also in question. “Some of these fires may be just careless things like people throwing cigarette butts or other articles out of the car as they’re driving along,” Mr Bigham said.

Despite the bad conditions, Wodonga CFA workers were able to contain the small fire that burnt along the Hume Freeway last Friday.

Small freeway fire By KRYSTEN MANUEL A SMALL fire was sparked along the Hume Freeway near La Trobe University on Friday. While the fire only burnt along the median strip for approximately 300 metres, weather conditions provided the perfect opportunity for widespread devastation. “Today is one of those days where any small fire will turn into a big fire very quickly,” Wodonga CFA operations manager, Mark Owens said. “If the fire had started on the roadside and not the median strip, that fire would have taken off and done a fair bit of damage. “We’re quite lucky that it started on the median strip and was pretty

much contained 30 metres either side of the bitumen, which made life very easy for us, that we’re very thankful for.” At the time of the fire, the mercury was sitting on 41.4 degrees, with wind speeds of 35 km/h and gusts of 50 km/h. In combination with the dead, dry grass and sticks along the side and on the median strips of the freeway, the possibilities of any fire getting out of control was high, serving as a warning to everyone to keep an eye out and report any fires they see. “At this stage, of course, it is undetermined but we had a number of fire-fighters turn up very quickly that brought the fire under control,” Mr Owens said. “It burnt very hard and very clean,

so there’s not a lot of evidence. “Being on the median strip it’s highly unlikely that it was arson because it’s very visible, but it could have been something hot that had fallen off a truck, it could have been a cigarette butt too, we just don’t know.” With conditions like these, Border residents are urged not to discount any strange activity they may see, especially fire related. “Obviously there have been quite a lot of fires that have been undetermined,” Mr Owens said. “There’s always the risk that a lot of them could be arson, and I know the police have been very active about investigating every fire we attend.”

“We’re always suspicious of fires that start on the road edge for no particular reason.” The frustration of careless or deliberately lit fires is beginning to show in the local brigade, stretching the resources of crews. With many fires having started recently from lightning strikes, Mr Bigham said they had enough to contend with without adding carelessness to the mix. “People must realise that on total fire ban days angle grinding, welding and all those types of activities are banned and there are serious fines or jail terms for those people who may start fires on total fire ban days using mechanical equipment,” Mr Bigham said. “A lot of our farmers are relying on the grasslands to keep their stock going. If they lose all their feed they are in quite a lot of trouble. That’s an expense on our rural community that’s not needed, let alone the devastation of losing your house or someone in your family through fire when it’s been started because of careless activity. “We are really appealing to the public to be cautious in what they’re doing and think before they act.” Crime Stoppers can be contacted on 1800 333 000.

On edge over blaze RESIDENTS of Doctors Point were on edge on Tuesday when a fire broke out on a hill behind Doctors Point Road adjoining Eastern Hill. The fire burnt approximately half a hectare of land before it was contained between Alison Court, East Street and Murray View Rd. Nine Rural Fire Service vehicles were required to bring the fire under

control with four Fire and Rescue vehicles actively engaged in property protection. Doctors Point Road was closed to traffic other than emergency services vehicles for a short time. No property damage or stock loses were reported at the time of NewsWeekly going to print.

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Wooragee’s new guide AN UPDATED community guide has now been released for the Wooragee region. First published in 2005, the new and updated 2013 guide provides residents with essential information on Wooragee including history and services and community groups. These include the local CFA branch, Landcare Group, Neighbourhood Watch, Progress Association, the local tennis club and primary school. The comprehensive 13-page guide has taken approximately six months to produce, with local volunteers and community organisations contributing many hours to finalise the document. Members of the Wooragee Community Centre Committee of Management said the purpose of the guide was to assist the community to stay informed and connected. The guide is also designed to let existing residents and people moving into the area for the first time know what groups they can become involved in and to help promote community spirit. Committee spokesperson Pauline Carson said 150 guides had been printed and would be personally delivered to Wooragee residents over the coming months. “If for any reason a household does not receive their copy they should contact a member of the committee,” she said. “Wooragee would like to thank the Beechworth and District Community Bank which generously donated $700 to pay for all the printing and stationery to produce the community guide.”

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SES to go online on the frontline By TREVOR JACKSON

ALBURY SES has joined the many other emergency services across the country ramping up their social media footprints. The local service is now active on both Facebook and Twitter, offering a better service to the community. Albury SES deputy rescue officer, Tim Keown said they were hoping to add followers to both

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platforms to help keep the community informed during an emergency and for the community to provide information to the SES about conditions in their area. “We set up the Facebook page a couple of months ago and now that we have it running properly with enough people to administer it, we want to increase the numbers following the page and make the community aware it is available,” he said. “We haven’t had any major events at this stage but recently we’ve been relaying information relating to the fires in the region.” Mr Keown said they had now set up their Twitter feed and had incorporated it into their Facebook page to provide consistent information across both platforms. He said the importance of social media had been proven with a study conducted after Cyclone Yasi in Queensland. “That study found a good cycle of information offered benefits to people, especially people who were isolated or seeking further information or wanted to talk to other people who had been affected,” he said. “It found social media was quite beneficial psychologically for people to be interacting with other people during that situation. “Our aim is if there is a major issue such as flood or storm we will get that information feeding through regularly in real time.” People wanting to receive information from Albury SES can follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/alburyses or on Twitter at @ AlburySES.

Albury SES is urging all local residents to get social and join their new Twitter feed and Facebook page.

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Gallery cash row

Spending pennies costs dollars

By KRYSTEN MANUEL

WITH construction deadlines pending, the debate over the redevelopment of the Albury Regional Art Gallery still rages. The $10.5 million project needs money, and soon. Of course, this brings up the question of value - will the redevelopment pay its way? Two local residents who were very vocal at the ‘have your say on the art gallery redevelopment’ meeting last year are again wanting the final word. Bill Forge has been a resident for several decades. He believes the council would be throwing money away if they were to invest in the redevelopment, an enterprise that “would give very little back.” “My concern is the existing council debt, $53 million,” he said. “As I pointed out to Michael Keys that night, they would be paying in excess of $4 million in interest per year for interest alone. “If they fund the $7 million to run the rest of it, you could look at around $600,000 extra in interest. So we would be paying, as ratepayers, a debt of $5 million in interest. “It’s not on, not for a facility that will not provide any form of revenue.” Audray Banfield, a past director of the gallery for over 20 years, believes Mr Forge is missing the point, financially and otherwise. “These people who set themselves up as experts... It makes me so angry,” she said. “Albury City is in one of the best financial positions of any local government in the country because finances have been looked after very carefully. “Good finances says that you don’t pay for it today, so that the people who are using it tomorrow pay for it as well. “The 2030 plan has been around and looked at and consulted about since the year 2000. Why wait? The money’s on the table.” The Albury City Council cites the Bendigo Gallery and how the Grace Kelly exhibition injected $17 million into Bendigo’s community, and that with these refurbishments, the gallery would also inject money into our community. “One exhibition supposedly bought $17 mil-

SEVERAL males were issued with criminal infringement notices for offensive behaviour recently. At 12.45am a 19-year-old and a 22-yearold male were observed urinating in the lane way next to Ray’s Outdoors in Kiewa Street, Albury. Both were issued with a $200 criminal infringement notice for offensive behaviour. Only five minutes later, a third male, 18 years old, was observed by police urinating on the wall of a business on the same street, only a short distance away. This man was also issued a criminal infringement notice.

Drop off your screen door at Wunderbar for Audray Banfield and Bill Forge couldn’t be further apart on the Albury Regional Art Gallery redevelopment. lion into the town,” Mr Forge said. “I am very aware of the figures that come out of tourism. They’re heavily inflated, four and five times an amount that would be nearer the mark, and the exhibition they quoted was a one-off. “We’re not getting any one-off exhibitions to Albury. If you want to see one one-off exhibitions, you’d have to go to Melbourne or Canberra.” Ms Banfield suggests that it’s not only tourism that will benefit from the expansion, but social and educational benefits will also flow on to become financial. “It’s not just the tourism,” she said. “There should be resources available for people to use to further their careers, apart from the recreational aspects. “It has a huge benefit educationally, so people don’t have to go out of town.

“Particularly at this time when the TAFE course is about to be abolished. “My own grandson has been in rehab and detox for the best part of eight years. He’s a very talented artist and studied at TAFE, he’s working with his case manager doing screen printing. “It has got him back on track, it’s that sort of creative process that gets people out of the gutter.” One way or the other, Albury will find out next month whether the project will go ahead. “This is about the only opportunity we’ll have for at least 10 years,” Ms Banfield said. “And by then we’ll just be caught up and run over. “It reminds me of a phrase I have always used - ‘Polish up the windows of your mind. That way, you will not only see out a little more clearly, but you’ll let in a little more light.”

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A dread-ful loss By KRYSTEN MANUEL

STAFF at the Albion Hotel are revving their razors as they get ready to Shave For a Cure. Bartender, Kevin Everett has more to lose than most, with his dreadlocks reaching almost the entire way down his back - a project seven years in the making. “I was talked into it over a couple of beers, as pretty much all stupid decisions are made,” Mr Everett said. “I thought, ‘why not?’ I’ve had the hair for seven years and a change is going to be a good thing.” Of course, Mr Everett had more inspiration than a couple of beers. “It’s a good cause, but my girlfriend lost her brother to leukaemia

as well. “She loves the hair but it’s going to be good to get it all off too.” And so the sharks have circled, with other Albion staff having already placed their bids for one of Mr Everett’s lovely locks. “Yeah, a few staff members have got their names on some of the dreads,” he said. “People have been talking about making a wig out of it, but I’m not sure anyone would buy a wig made out of my dreadlocks!” Organisers have just begun recruiting businesses to donate, and encourage people to make contact with the Albion if they can donate or help in any way. “We’ve had a couple of ideas, like if I go around to all the hair-

dressers and see which hairdresser can donate the most money, then they can shave my head,” Mr Everett said. “I’ve got a few people who want to do it but it’s still up in the air at the moment. “It would be nice to have a celebrity or something like that.” And to those on the fence about giving to this worthy cause? “Just give it a shot, it’s a good cause, your hair grows back at the end of the day,” Mr Everett encourages. Contributions can be made to the Albion Hotel by calling 6021 3377, visiting at 593 Dean Street or online at www.albionalbury.com.au

Kevin Everett will say goodbye to his beloved dreadlocks for the Shave for a Cure fund-raiser.

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Relax at the River WHEN was the last time you re-discovered Noreuil Park? Maybe it’s time to head down and enjoy the Riverdeck – the perfect spot to sit and relax and enjoy Albury’s most idyllic setting. The Riverdeck offers breakfast, lunch and great coffee, all on the deck, under the shade, overlooking the park and the Murray River. The Riverdeck offers breakfast, lunch and great coffee, all on the deck, under the shade, overlooking the park and the Murray River. Also, exciting for the hot months of summer, they’re offering dinner via bookings on Friday and Saturday nights. They’ve also obtained a liquor license and expect to have an ice-cream tricycle patrolling the park this week. Owners Christa and Alex Smit say they feel it’s a privilege to operate the Riverdeck in such a beautiful location. They currently operate The Pass at Falls Creek, have travelled extensively and are more than happy to call Albury home. “We took on a business at Falls Creek, which is very coffee focused, and when the opportunity came up to lease the property here, we thought it would fit perfectly,” Alex said. Now in their second year of operation in the park, Alex said the business

had already proved popular and they were looking to continually grow their brand. “This year we decided to put these large tables on the deck, put in some extra kitchen equipment so we can do fully-cooked breakfast and lunch, and functions for groups both on the deck and next door for people who use the Mitta Mitta canoe club meeting room” he said. We believe this is a phenomenal asset for Albury, for people to be able to come to this location and have a cup of coffee, a breakfast or a lunch, and maybe share a tapas.” Another offering for this year is oldschool Frosty Boy ice creams, soon to be served from a tricycle throughout the park. “We should have our ice-cream tricycle operational this week,” Alex said. “We’ll be serving ice creams and cold drinks here, down to Oddies Creek and through the park setting. It ON THE DECK... Alex and Christa Smit say there’s nothing better than relaxing on the deck under the trees at should be a really fun thing.” Noreuil Park. PHOTO: TREVOR JACKSON But as with many similar businesses, the coffee is often a major focus over the winter in Falls Creek and it’s park setting. of the mums sit and have a coffee while for clients – and the Riverdeck do it as been well received. “It’s such an open park and doesn’t the children play on the playground. good as any. “So far we’ve had many compli- feel restricted,” she said. “This is a unique offering so close “Our coffee is a blend we bring in ments on our coffee here.” “You really do feel like you’re din- to town. from Melbourne,” Alex said. Christa said the Riverdeck offers a ing in the park. People can grab lunch You’re not sitting in Dean Street “We make thousands of coffees unique experience within the tranquil and take it down on the grass and a lot on the hot pavement – you’re in this

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Art fills the emptiness By TREVOR JACKSON DEPICTING empty space may seem a tough prospect for some, but for Chiltern artist Beth Peters it’s a labour of love. Born and bred in Albury, Ms Peters studied fine arts at TAFE before making the move to the Australian National University in Canberra to undertake a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in painting. And now at 27 years of age she has returned to the region and is set to display her works to the public. “I’ve always believed you should do what you enjoy and that’s what I’ve always done,” she said. “I returned to the area after uni and GIGS has given me a break. I’ve never worked hard to have my own solo exhibition - it’s something I fell into. “It was just an interest and luckily it’s become more of a job.” Ms Peters’ works explore emptiness and tempt the viewer to make their own personal connection to each piece. The body of work includes numerous sculptures, small drawings and other larger pieces. “The theme of the exhibition is Lacunae, which is a Latin term for empty space,” she explained. “It’s used in medical terms a lot meaning a cavity in the bone. In artistic terms it can mean a missing part of a manuscript or the silence or pause in a song.”

Ms Peters says her art is based on things that people rely on, such as clothing, houses or objects that were made for function but become empty. “When they become empty or no longer exist for people they take on a life of their own,” she said. “I try to capture that, the psychological or emotional side of an object being empty, no longer for the purpose of humans. “What started me on the concept was moving into a house in Chiltern that hadn’t been lived in for 30 years and then renovating it. It was that whole emptiness and restoring it that was a healing for me as well as helping the house - to see something empty becoming lived in again.” Ms Peters said while the exhibition was a personal journey she hoped people could take something from it and translate it to their own story. “It’s about finding something within themselves that was lost, or reminiscing about something in their own life, maybe evoking an old memory,” she said. The exhibition will open on Friday 1 February at 5.30pm with tea and coffee plus drinks and nibbles available. The exhibition will continue to 21 February from 10am to 4pm Tuesday to Sunday.

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MURRAY Arts is set to receive a boost with the announcement of $140,000 funding over a three-year period. The money is part of increased funding from the NSW Government for the Regional Arts Boards networks across the state. Murray Arts general manager Elise Armitage said the funding, up from $104,000 the previous three years, is a great boost for the arts in the region. “The funding is absolutely essential,” she said. “It means we can support all the local governments, artists and interested organisations in the region in terms of

developing their arts and culture profile.” Murray Arts covers six shires in the region and has been working tirelessly in recent times to promote Indigenous art. “We’re really working at the moment on our Aboriginal artist network and strengthening what’s happening locally for Aboriginal artists, so this funding will go towards employing an Aboriginal arts officer,” Ms Armitage said. “In partnership with Albury City Council we helped present the Bundyi festival and part of that was The Journey Forward exhibition at the art gallery. That was really successful. The work on display was of a high standard and fantastic to go and see.

“It was also beneficial for the Aboriginal artists in terms of seeing their work presented in such a professional space and giving them the confidence to move forward, to get more work out there and create essential networks in terms of marketing what they’re doing.” Ms Armitage said Murray Arts strived to provide what support they could to local artists with the funding they were provided. “We need to be very resourceful in terms of what funding we receive,” she said. “We’re a small and dedicated team and we’re all passionate about the arts so you do what you can with limited resources.”

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What’s on the Border? Noreuil Park 10am-11am: Flag raising ceremony, citizenship ceremony, Australia Day ambassador presentation and announcement of 2012 Albury Award recipients. 11am-12 noon: Family activities including a jumping castle, and games with prizes to be won. 12 noon-1pm: Live music from Suade- a four-piece acapella lineup. Activities throughout the day also include sand castle building, the unveiling of sand sculpture and Buhtanese dancers. The Cube From 6pm: Bring your blankets and chairs, Magic in the Water will be screening in the outdoor cinema at The Cube to wind down your Australia Day. The movie centres around radio psychologist Jack Black, who takes his children, Joshua and Ashley, on a ‘vacation’ to a lake in British Columbia. While he grinds away at work the children discover that the famous local lake monster “Orky” may not be just a gimmick to attract tourists after all. Les Stone Park 7am-10am: Enjoy a barbecue breakfast, welcome our Australia Day Ambassador, new citizens and congratulate our deserving Australia Day award winners. An event for the whole family,

interactive art and recreational activities, performances by local talents including Wodonga Brass Band and Wodonga Primary School Choir. Kinross Woolshed From 7am: A $2 breakfast to start the day, followed by the band Orange Blossom kicking off the live music from 10am, followed by Danny Phegan and the Longreach Band, Dave Daly and much more. The highlight of the day will be Australian Music Legend Diesel bringing it home late into the night. Activities include a backyard cricket competition running outside on the exhibition grounds, and of course there will be plenty of snags on the barbie, zinc cream, thongs, floppy hats and beers. SS&A Club From 9pm: It’s perfect timing for one of Australia’s finest rock acts, Choirboys, to visit the Border. Choirboys’ music is embedded in Australian culture, with hits such as Run To Paradise, Boys Will Be Boys, Struggle Town and Never Gonna Die. Oddies Creek Park From 8pm: This crowd-pleasing film is the story of Damien Oliver’s 2002 Melbourne Cup run. The Cup is not just a story about horse racing; it’s about triumph over adversity and the inner courage inside all of us. Bring your rug or chair and picnic gear. Food will also be for sale at

Salute to the sanger EVERYTHING that’s great about being Australian will be celebrated this Saturday at Wodonga’s Les Stone Park, including the much-loved Vegemite sandwich. The Australia Day celebrations will kick off with a free barbecue at 7am, with live entertainment provided by Elissa van Dorst and the Wodonga Brass Band. Activities will include art, face-painting, an inflatable soccer field, temporary tattoos and a make your own Vegemite sandwich stand. Captain Koala from the CFA and Paddy Platypus from the SES will be joining the celebrations, and information stands will be provided by the Bonegilla Migrant Experience, World Peace Flame, Wodonga Visitor Information

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travelled extensively to study fire service and emergency management in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and Asia. Mr Adamson has managed many of the departments in the MFB and since his appointment to the assistant chief fire officer/director role in 1990, has held positions of director human resources, director emergency response, director corporate relations, director office of the CEO and director community safety (current). A free cuppa and lamington will be served following the ceremony. The Australia Day celebrations, sponsored by Enviro Culture, will finish at 10.30am.

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tests to make sure there are no antibodies on the sperm.” Monitoring: “If everything is viable and there’s no seen reason for their infertility then we would try monitoring a cycle with the patient,” nurse Elliott continues. “So we would bring them in on day one, day 12 we would do an ultrasound to make sure we have a developing follicle and then send them home with some urine tests if that’s all working well, and follow it up with some blood tests.” Artificial insemination: “If we tried monitoring for a few months and they (the couple) said ’that’s not working,’ then we would move on to artificial insemination,” nurse Elliott said. “Artificial insemination is done in a room next to the laboratory, in day surgery. “The male provides a sample, the scientific people clean it up so that we have viable, healthy, free-moving sperm and then we see the female and the semen is put back into the uterus.” IVF: “IVF is a much longer, complicated, financially draining process,” nurse Elliott said. “We stimulate the woman’s ovaries, causing usually more than one follicle to develop. “We then harvest the eggs and they are put in a petri dish with some of the sperm the male has provided that same day, so everything is fresh. “They are incubated overnight, and are looked at the next day to make sure the eggs have been fertilised. “Between two and five days post embryo collection, the egg is then put back into the female.” Fewer women in Australia and New Zealand are using ART treatments to conceive, but there have been improved success rates among this smaller group, according to a report released in October 2012 through the AIHW. The report, Assisted reproductive technology in Australia and New Zealand 2010, shows that there were about 61,800 ART treatment cycles performed in Australia and New Zealand in 2010. This is a fall of 13 per cent for Australia, and is the first time the AIHW have recorded a drop in ART use. However, at the same time, the success rate for clinical pregnancies has improved, up from 23 per cent in 2009 to 24 per cent in 2010. As technology and knowledge advances, so too do our chances of being able to get pregnant and give birth successfully. However, the process can sometimes be an emotional rollercoaster for many desperate couples. “The nurses are here to support them through the process, but sometimes there is a need to speak to a councillor,” nurse Elliott said. “We provide them with a councillor who has fertility accreditation.” And the final word on ART? “We see patients coming back for their second and third child - it has many positive aspects to it,” she said.

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Country pride By KRYSTEN MANUEL ALTHOUGH Tamworth is a fair drive, many Border residents believe it is worth the road trip for the 41st Tamworth Country Music Festival. Boot scooters, hillbillies, thigh slappers and Australia’s best country music artists have flocked to Tamworth and pitched their tents for the highly anticipated event, which is already in full swing! Spanning over 10 days, the festival is part convention, part competition and part festival, but fun for all. World Press Events operation manager, Kate Nugent, is a Tamworth Country Music Festival fan from way back, and is sure to be seen enjoying the festival front and centre. “The Tamworth Country Music Festival reflects the Australian way of life, Australian culture, Australian people and Australian places - and all roads head back to Tamworth in January,” she said. “In fact that’s our new slogan going into the 2013 festival, ’country proud.’ “It’s a great big party!” Ms Nugent has had a large hand in contributing to the smooth running and precise organisation of the festival, and can’t speak highly enough of the event. “We have 463 artists that will be performing at 106 venues,” she said.

“It’s a far cry from those very early beginnings, for example, in 1975, the first official guide was created, and in that was eight pages, today we have a festival program that is 264 pages filled with the most amazing events and activities that cover every kind of genre of country music and then some. “Today, it’s more about the experience - coming to Tamworth and feeling the vibe. “Ninety-one per cent of the events are free - that means a lot for families. “One of the new transport modes we introduced last year is called the Festival Express. For $10 you can go anywhere, including some of the outlying areas of Tamworth during the official 10 days of the festival. “It’s value for families, which is what we value - the family spirit.” With 2443 events comprising the festival, one couldn’t possibly get around to see them all. One of the major crowd pleasers is the Golden Guitar Awards, an annual event that recognises our amazing country artists and all of their contributions over the past year. “The celebration of our 41st festival and Country Music Awards of Australia, also known as the Golden Guitar Awards are the pinnacle, the milestone event of our festival,” Ms Nugent said. “This is not only world-class but an

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DURATION: 133 AS I sat in the cinema with tears rolling down my face, listening to the people around me bellowing with laughter, I knew this was a winner. This is 40 is pretty self-explanatory. A film about life at 40 - the kids, the parents, the questions and the stress of keeping all facets of life in order. Marketed as “a kind of follow-up to ’Knocked Up’, this film follows the lives of Pete (Paul Rudd) and Debbie (Leslie Mann)and their growing family.

Pete is having business problems, Debbie is investigating her own business for fraud and they both have problems with parents who have shamelessly started ’new families’ after their own marriage breakdowns. The children, Sadie and Charlotte, are having typical issues with friends and school, which offer some fantastic jumping off points for the parents to get involved. This movie light-heartedly reminds us that while parents are parents - they guide and discipline, parents are also moving through their own learning curve and learning, through trial and error, how to be parents.

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A Night at the Burke Museum By KRYSTEN MANUEL

“One of those people was Reynell Johns and he used to go out at night robbing graves and trading for Aboriginal artefacts. “He built up quite a big, private museum, but when he was 45 and he wanted to marry a 17-year-old girl, she said ’I’m not moving into the house with all those ugly things,’ which included skulls and jars of body parts and things like that. “He tried to sell his collection but the only interested buyer was the Burke Museum in Beechworth. So we have had his collection for 150 years.” While some of Mr Johns’ collection has been buried and some of it ethically is not on display, patrons will find it interesting to know how the collection first came into being. In a humorous and lighthearted way, they will get the chance to “meet” people like Reynell Johns. A Night at the Burke Museum is held at 7.30pm, 23 January and 7 February. Spaces are limited and bookings are essential, call 03 5728 8067.

SKULLS, body parts and grave robbing - more than enough to satisfy a little boy or girl’s wildest curiosity. The Burke Museum, Beechworth, is holding A Night at the Burke Museum, an experience that will spark the fascination of children and adults alike, with quirky surprises and appearances from some unlikely characters. “It’s a family event held at twilight,” manager of the Burke Museum, Patrick Watt explains. “A tour guide will take people through the museum, but in their journey people will meet some of the interesting characters who have had an integral part in making the museum.” A Night at the Burke Museum is the brainchild of Mr Watt, who has had experience in many museums, as well as theatrical experience. “I wanted to make something exciting, invigorating but also educational,” he said. “They (patrons) will meet some of the people who put together the first collections that were in the museum.

What’s on SATURDAY � Fellowship of First Fleeters, Albury Wodonga district chapter will be gathering to celebrate Australia Day. Members will conduct an information and display booth from 10am at Noreuil Park. Enquiries, Sue Webb, 02 6021 3727. � Choirboys will perform hits such as Run To Paradise, Boys Will Be Boys, Struggle Town and Never Gonna Die. Free concert at SS&A Club, Albury from 9pm. Enquiries, 02 6041 2222. � Wodonga Toy Library Inc. Sacred Heart parish hall, Beech Street Wodonga. 9am-12pm. New members welcome. Enquiries, 0404 936 208. SUNDAY � Albury Wodonga Gift. Approximately 200 Little Athletics participants will compete from the Border and North East area plus multiple London Olympians. Junior heats begin at 1pm with senior races beginning at 3pm. Albury Sports Ground. Enquiries, 0140 276 343. � Audax Alpine Classic is the toughest non-competitive mass bike ride in Australia. Rides of various distances begin in Bright. Entry ranges from $75 $145 depending on distance selected. Further details, www.alpineclassic.com. � Jude Perl. Remarkably accomplished in a wide variety of styles, notably funk, disco, jazz, soul, old and new pop, Motown, hip-hop and rock and roll. St Leonards Road, Wahgunyah from noon to 4pm. Enquiries, 1800 021 621. TUESDAY � Wodonga Toy Library Inc. Sacred Heart parish hall, Beech Street Wodonga. Noon - 1.30pm. New members welcome. Enquiries, 0404 936 208.

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Patrick Watt invites you to A Night at the Burke Museum- if you dare!

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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS 21

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Fill every grid so that every column, every row and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.

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New look for High Street By TREVOR JACKSON HIGH Street has taken on a completely new look in recent times with the return to angle parking, and Wodonga Council is more than pleased with the result. Although still in its early days, the redevelopment has already seen new life breathed into the CBD, and with further work to come the community can be assured of a great space to shop and relax. But while it may seem little more than a facelift at this stage, Wodonga councillor Anna Speedie says it’s been

a long-term project that will continue to evolve. “Initially a plan was put out there to decide what to do with High Street - we didn’t want it to just look like a carpark,” she said. “We looked at what we wanted to achieve by changing High Street and a lot of work was done in terms of studying different areas from all around Australia. “We wanted to achieve a really good shopping space but also somewhere the community likes to be and has a bit of ownership on. So it’s not just about traders but the whole com-

munity and how they feel and interact within the CBD.” Cr Speedie said council looked at long-term scenarios of changing the whole dynamics of the street, how the community would react and how other areas related cultural diversity to their CBDs. And after two years trying to convince Vicroads of the value and workability of the plan, the first stage has been completed. “I had a lot of people tell me it couldn’t be done, but I am yet to hear one piece of negative feedback from any of those people, in fact from any of

the community members,” Cr Speedie said. “I’ve had a lot of people stop me and say ’Thank God, it just feels nicer, it’s nicer to drive down’, and the traders I’ve spoken to have all said they have been busier.” But Cr Speedie said the job was yet to be finished, with much more work planned around to the city to improve High Street further. “It doesn’t just stop here - this isn’t the end,” she said. “There are some big things coming but there are also some smaller things

that can make it better, more pedestrian-friendly and change the way our community thinks and behaves in the street.” Cr Speedie said so far she was delighted with the result. “I knew it would work well, but it has even exceeded my expectations,” she said. “It’s safer now for our kids to be down High Street and it’s a nicer place to be. “I’m so excited about the next stages, and the community should be too.”

Hume Building Society HUME BUILDING SOCIETY is one of Australia’s leading regional mutual financial institutions, offering people living in the region a real banking alternative with excellent products, exceptional service and unparalleled convenience. As a mutual organisation decisions are made on what is best for customers not shareholders. Hume has over 56,000 customers across the region, with that number increasing every day.

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Hume has no monthly or annual account keeping fees and offers a full range of banking products to individuals and small businesses.

Hume Building Society Kate Henderson, Kaly Smith, Jenny Harrison, Kevin Richardson and Jemimah Fulton

Hume also offers Australia wide ATM access to Westpac, Bank of Melbourne and St. George ATMs. This means customers can access their money across Australia, while still banking with a local organisation. Hume was a 2012 finalist in the

Telstra Business Awards for Medium Business Award and Telstra Regional Award caregories. The High Street branch is open during the week from 9am-5pm and offers full services including business banking, lending and financial planning. The team can help you work out your finances to help ease the transition through major life events such as starting a family. Customers in Wodonga have access to more locations including branches in Whitebox Rise Shopping Centre, Centro Wodonga Shopping Centre and Centro Birallee Shopping Centre. If you want to make a fresh start with a local alternative, visit the High Street branch at 131 High Street, or call 02 6051 3309 to make an appointment with the Branch Manager, Business Development Manager or Financial Planner.

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The way it used to be

High Street has been totally transformed since this photo from the 1950s. Photo courtesy Foto Supplies, Albury.

By TREVOR JACKSON HIGH Street between the old railway line and the water tower may now be the hub of the CBD, but it hasn’t always been the way. Long-time Wodonga resident, Tom Conway shared some of his thoughts on how the focus had changed from the “bottom end of town” to the current status “over the railway”. “It’s changed many times,” he said. “I’ve seen a lot of good and bad, but you have to move forward and keep going.” He said originally the focus of trade was from the old railway line to South Street, with a post office, banks, newsagent, chemist, cafes, the Terminus hotel, a grocery store,

the police station and various other business premises. From the old railway line to the water tower there were very few businesses but Mr Conway said he felt the move across the railway line by the newsagent changed the face of High Street, with many other businesses eventually following suit. “The newsagent was the focal point of the community back then,” he said. “Blokes going to work would pull in and get their cigarettes and papers.” A major focal point of High Street is Woodland Grove and Mr Conway said he was pleased with the way it had been redeveloped, which had attracted many people to the area during lunch breaks or to sit and chat with friends.

“It’s changed completely,” he said. “I think it was fenced off originally. There was the war memorial and the water tower and not much else. The trees have really grown and it doesn’t look too bad. “The sculptures - I think people have learned to like them, and I don’t think they look too bad. “It’s hard to change people’s opinions of things.” And on the future of the area with the railway now moved, Mr Conway was positive and felt the whole street from the water tower to South Street could eventually combine. “I think it’s good the trains have gone,” he said. “As long as all the development is kept as tight as possible.”

Tom Conway has seen a complete transformation of High Street, and says he doesn’t mind the way it looks now.

Border Barber BORDER BARBER strives to provide the community of Albury Wodonga, with the best service in men’s hairdressing.

They run an extensive training program which offers apprentices a strong advantage in cutting and assures the future of barbering.

Business owner Stan Somers and his team achieve this in the form of traditional barbering where skills include modern and traditional short hairstyles, face and head shaving.

Border Barber has also developed a shaving technique which incorporates modern WHS regulations and traditional skills to enable the client to experience the best shave possible.

They offer prompt, quality haircuts by staff who have undergone extensive training as barbers incorporating Stan’s 40 years of experience.

Border Barber is located at 2 Sesame Street Wodonga, phone 6024 7647 as well as in its new shop at 22 City Walk Arcade Albury, phone 6041 6604. 1060446-JJ4-13

Cost Less on High to provide a more attractive option for customers. The concept, to be introduced in early February, is further discounting gauged on how much the customer spends. Rather than offering discounts on certain items it will cover the whole range of products in the store, providing a less confusing, more streamlined service. Cost Less on High is located at 129a, High Street.

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COST LESS ON HIGH is not just a discount food store in the heart of High Street – in fact it offers much more. Food products are the bread-and-butter of the business but they also cater for other homewares, health and beauty products at discounted prices and other household items such as picture frames. The old-school, front-of-house service approach is what sets Cost Less apart from many similar businesses, with a discount concept soon to be introduced

Fogarty Jewellers Offer a watch making and repair service in the heart of Wodonga.

engraving service and individual jewellery pieces are also available.

Owners Michael and Glenda Fogarty are proud to have been able to raise four children in the community and have forged many friendships through their 20 years in business.

Glenda takes care of stock control, merchandising and all administration.

Whatever is required they strive to help, assist and reward regular customers with discounts when they least expect it.

Customer service is the focus of the business, no job is too big or small and the staff at Fogarty’s will go out of their way to try and help and after hours calls are also catered for..

Michael is a watchmaker, restores watches and clocks, repairs jewellery, offers an

Call and see Michael and Glenda today at 190 High St. Phone: 6024 2486. 1060439-SL04-13

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High Street on the way up HIGH Street from the old railway line to the water tower has undergone many changes over the years from its humble beginnings “over the railway” to what now encompasses the heart of the city. With the recent removal of the railway, the centre of town is set to take on an even bigger role. Angle parking provides extra scope for residents to shop in the heart of Wodonga, and further beautification of the streetscape is set to transform it into something special. Already masses of people converge on the area for Anzac Day parades, while thousands flock to the heart of Wodonga for Carnivale celebrations. Woodland Grove provides the perfect space to relax in the CBD with a cold drink or a coffee, to sit and chat with friends, or to just take time out from a busy work schedule. As planned works continue High Street will provide Wodonga residents and visitors alike with a place they can be truly proud of.

Casshies Wodonga CASSHIES WODONGA is a unique business offering home electrical and entertainment products, loans and cash-for-gold all in the one location. White goods, televisions and other such items are all second hand, factory seconds, ex-demo or brand new, and all with a comprehensive six-month in-home warranty. Casshies deliver their products in the local area and provide a repair team who fix any problems in the customers home. Items will be replaced if necessary.

Casshies also offers items for trade. If a customer wants to purchase an item but doesn’t have the full amount of money they can trade anything of suitable value. They also buy and sell other items such as jewellery or musical instruments. With 10 years of experience in Wodonga you can be assured of professional service at Casshies. Casshies is located at 133 High Street – phone 02 6024 4223. 1060443-JL4-13

Cafe Grove Cafe Grove offers a unique experience whether sitting down for a simple coffee break or a larger gathering with that feeling of dining in the park. The relaxing outlook is further enhanced at night with the colourful lights of Woodland Grove and the water tower providing the perfect ambience.

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CAFE GROVE is a fully licensed cafe set on the edge of the beautiful Woodland Grove. The business opens for breakfast and lunch from 7am Monday through to Saturday and from 8am on Sunday and stays open for dinner Wednesday to Saturday. The cafe provides Vittoria organic coffee, a range of cocktails and beer on tap. They cater for function, parties or corporate meetings in the function room with catering also offered on request.

Cafe Grove is located at 198a High Street – phone 02 6024 5655.

Wodonga Tatts & Greetings sell dreams. That’s according to business owners Julie McKenzie McHarg and Lisa Thorp.

’70s and during that time has handed out 46 first division prizes.

Everyone dreams at some point in time about winning Tattslotto and at Wodonga Tatts and Greeting that’s exactly what’s on offer.

The staff pride themselves in their efficient and prompt customer service and are always willing to assist with the new improved car parking on High Street making it easier for customers.

But as well as lottery sales, the business also offers greeting cards, gift ware, Darrell Lea confectionery and AFL merchandise. The business was originally established in the early

The next big super draw is $20 million on February 9, so pop in to 152 High street and get your ticket. You never know your dream may come true. 1060446-JJ4-13

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Bags ‘n’ Boots New Balance are available plus “Back to School” footwear. “After two generations and 25 years as an independent, we can provide a personal touch with the quality of service that you just don’t get in chain stores,” Brad said. “We also provide a shoe repair service for our customers and Ziera promotions and Facebook promotions during the year.” Bags n Boots is located at 148 High Street, Wodonga. Phone: 6024 4944.

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Business owner Brad Lodding says “Where style meets comfort is our motto.” Brad and his team specialise in selling and correctly fitting quality footwear for all ages and types of feet. As well as comfort you have a choice of stylish fashion shoes for women, men and kids and a range of handbags, wallets and quality leather goods. Quality brands such as Ziera, Diana Ferrari, Hush Puppies, Skecher, Clarks,

Wodonga Jewellers W WODONGA JEWELLERS has been in Wodonga on High street since 1951, a W period of 62 years, making it the longest established business on High Street. It has been in the McWaters family for all tthis time and currently owned and run by Teresa McWaters. T Wodonga Jewellers caters to all facets of W tthe jewellery trade with stock including giftware, watches, fine jewellery, gold chain, earrings, plus wedding, dress and engagement rings.

Their services include custom making and restoration, jewellery repairs and cleaning, engraving and pearl threading. They are stockists of Casio “G- Shock”, Citizen, and RM Williams watches, Italian gold earrings, nine and 18ct gold crosses and crucifixes, Hommage personalised jewellery and a huge range of sterling silver jewellery. Come in and view their extensive range at 139 High Street, (opposite Post Office) or phone 60241158 1060515-RMB04-13

Snowgum All staff have extensive travel experience and can offer first hand knowledge and advice to customers in all areas, from footwear and clothing to destinations and lifestyle. Snowgum Wodonga is one of the biggest suppliers of cross-country ski equipment in the country, but also provide the latest hightech equipment for hikers and other adventure travellers, many items utilising the latest natural fibres such as Merino wool and bamboo.

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SNOWGUM WODONGA is a specialised adventure store that’s been a part of the Wodonga landscape for around 35 years. The family business began in South Street before moving to its current location in High Street around 20 years ago. Snowgum provides all the needs of the outdoor adventurer, specialising in cross-country ski equipment and badges and clothing for the Scout movement. It is the one stop shop for the everyday traveller with a large selection of luggage, travel accessories, security bags and locks and quick drying clothing.

Snowgum Wodonga is located at 161 High Street, phone 02 6056 6605.

Wodonga Eyecare WODONGA EYECARE is an optometry business which has been operating in Wodonga for over eight years. The company mantra is simple – Helping our customers to keep their eyes healthy for life.

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With seven trained staff on hand they have the experience and the capability of ensuring any problems you may be suffering from are diagnosed and treated in a timely manner.

and Macular Degeneration before any symptoms may be visible. Wodonga Eyecare is the only optometrist on the Border to use the Peace of Mind system, the most advanced technology currently available in the industry. A special offer for the scan is currently on offer which includes a retinal photo, corneal mapping, a peripheral retinal scan and an optic nerve and macular scan.

Wodonga Eyecare provides a “Peace of Mind Eye Scan” which is a series of eye scans designed to show the health of the eyes from the front to the back.

If you have any questions about the health of your eyes call the clinic on 02 6056 4000.

This allows diagnoses of such diseases as Glaucoma

Wodonga Eyecare is located at 194a High Street.

All this is available for $169.

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Homes&Property �� Albury Wodonga

Wodonga’s best address

By TREVOR JACKSON LOCATION and street appeal count for much in real estate, and this Castle Heights featured property offers all that and more. Castle Heights is often referred to as the best address in Wodonga. Access from Beechworth Road with wide easements and parks make this a very familyfriendly estate, and the well-established homes in the area add to the appeal. This three-bedroom family home has been designed to take in the best of the location, with beautifully designed and maintained gardens and outdoor living fit for a king. The home is set down on the street with mature trees and a manicured lawn inviting a closer inspection. Thoughtfully located garden lighting showcases the tranquil setting and also provides a level of security. Inside tiles stretch from the entry into the main living area, providing an airy feel. A large, light-filled family room to the front of the home is accessed from the entry foyer or the dining/kitchen area for convenient family evenings or entertaining guests. The spacious kitchen boasts a large pantry, ample cupboard space and gas cooking. Two of the three bedrooms include built-in robes while the bathroom includes a bath and

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separate toilet. But it’s outside that this home comes into its own. Alfresco dining couldn’t be better catered for, with an expansive undercover area perfect for those balmy summer evenings. The paved area includes a fish pond with water feature, a picket fence providing a comfortable, country feel and enough space for a large gathering. A pitched roof leads down paved steps to a raised, tiled deck sitting pride-of-place in the back yard. From here, stunning views are offered to the distant hills behind Cambourne Park Estate. This is the perfect spot to relax in the sunshine in the stunningly laid out grounds. Much thought has gone into the design of the yard with hedging, paving and manicured lawns providing a beautiful and relaxing space to enjoy the great outdoors. Rear access to the property provides storage space for a boat or caravan on a gravel base, while a large garden shed on concrete ensures the necessary tools are kept safe and dry. The oversized garage under the main roof offers internal access as well as external access via a personal door to the rear of the property. Ducted cooling and a gas wall furnace help keep the home comfortable and all that remains is a new owner ready to move in and enjoy.

9 Helsingon Avenue � Price: $282,000 � Contact: Narelle Robinson Wodonga Real Estate (02) 6056 1888 or 0409 564 860

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Located at the top end of Lawrence Street close to Bunnings Complex and freeway to Albury Comprising of four bedrooms, en-suite to master, additional study area & original kitchen This home is ripe for renovatation and a little tender loving care

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Located a short stroll to High Street and all conveniences is this trendy quality built townhouse Upstairs you will find 2 huge bedrooms, lot of storage space and large bathroom. An opportunity to secure a great investment, with tenant on a long term lease and renting for $355 pw

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This generous size quality home is incredibly rare to be so central to Wodonga whilst offering great privacy and a beautiful parkland outlook on a 2000m2 allotment Separate double carport and triple garage (10.5 x 7.5m approx) with shower/toilet/hand basins plus upstairs loft/studio/bedroom Two driveways and accommodation for up to seven vehicles perfect for the tradesperson

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A generous size 4 bedroom home with quality additions of eight and a half foot ceilings Lounge & separate tiled family room, ducted heating and cooling Low maintenance yard on 683m2 of land, with side access for caravan

30B Charles Street

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Two large bedrooms plus a study Ducted heating and cooling, two way bathroom off master Compact low maintenance and private yard in great location

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Only minutes from Wodonga is this beautiful home on 7 acres Family room with split system air conditioning and two way wood heater Ample shedding is provided with 11 x 9 colourbond shed

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Former display home packed with trimmings Light filled, 9 foot ceilings. Floating floors to lounge and family Large covered outdoor deck entertaining area

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Approx 16 acres, only 12 minutes to Wodonga 6 years old North facing CNC quality built home Four large horse paddocks with water supply

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The vineyards comprises about 3 1/2 acres of predominantly Duriff and other varieties of vines. An insulated and cooled shed is used for making of the wine, adjoining shed is used for storage There is ample outdoor living area inclusive of a dedicated spa

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3 BR, ducted heat/cool, ENS, DW, DLUG, no pets. 4 BR, ducted heat/cool, DW, ENS, courtyard, DLUG.

MARYANNE McKERNAN

NONI PORTER

EMMA HARGREAVES

Awburn St $340pw Avail now

Beechworth Rd $395pw Avail now

3 BR, ducted heat/cool, DW, ENS, DLUG.

4 BR, ducted heat/cool, ENS, covered deck, DLUG.

Wilson St $340pw Avail now

Montclair Ave $420pw Avail now

Exec 3 BR, DW, ducted cool, gas heat, DLUG.

4 BR + study, ENS, ducted heat/cool, DW, DLUG.

Streets Road, Wodonga

Leading the way in Property Management, now leasing over 50% of the Rental Market. Current Vacancy Rate 0.083%

$370pw

Brand new executive three bedroom home with study nook. Ducted heat and cool, tiled open plan living, sleek kitchen with DW, ensuite to master, all weather outdoor entertaining area, enclosed low maintenance yard, remote double lock up garage with internal access. Avail now

Out of Town properties

Golflinks Ave, Wodonga

Albury & District properties

Kiewa East Rd $120pw Avail 13.02.13 2 BR unit, BIRs, elec heat & cool, gardens incl. Weramu St, Tallangatta $170pw Avail now Updated 2 BR, DW, S/S heat/cool, secure yard. Murra Crt, Kiewa $190pw Avail 25.01.13 Neat 2 BR unit, BIRs, S/S heat/cool, SLUG. Lockharts Gap Rd, Charleroi $230pw Avail now 2 BR, study/playroom, S/S heat/cool, carport. Yack-Wodonga Rd, Yack $270pw Avail now 3 BR in Staghorn Fl, ducted heat, AC, carport. Millers Lane, Staghorn Fl $290pw Avail 01.02.13 3 BR, S/S heat/cool, wood heat, stunning views. Wellsford St, Yackandandah $330pw Avail now Central 4 BR, great views, DLUG, lawn maint incl. Last St, Beechworth $380pw Avail 18.02.13 Charming 4 BR, ENS, verandah, carport, fenced.

Plummer St, Albury $145pw Avail now 2 BR, open living, S/S AC, carport, no pets. Lavis St, Albury $185pw Avail now 2 BR, gas heat, AC, single carport, no pets. Rachel Crt, Lavington $250pw Avail now 2 BR, DW, S/S heat/cool, encl yard, SLUG. Kiewa St, Albury $300pw Avail now Central 2 BR, gas heat, AC, sunroom, carport. Schubach St, Albury $300pw Avail now 4 BR, AC, gas heat, carport, SLUG, shed. Greta Drive, Lavington $340pw Avail now New 4 BR, S/S heat/cool, ENS, DW, DLUG. Troon Crt, Thurgoona $340pw Avail now 3 BR, ducted cool, gas heat, DW, carport. Bernhardt St, Albury $380pw Avail 25.01.13 2-storey 4 BR, 3 bathrooms, DW, DLUG.

THE LAND SPECIALISTS

SITE PLAN

Stage 1

1077m2

Stage 2

Stage 2 Stage 3

1134m2

Stage 4

Sold

829m2 15 760m2

2 35 749m 735m2 13

Hold Contract pending

773m2

744m2

596m2

656m2

765m2

55 56 57

759m2 746m2 777m2

785m2

722m2

727m2

683m2

651m2

618m2 618m2 RESERVE

569m2

609m2

569m2

665m2

610m2

592m2

694m2

638m2

647m

690m2

771m2

Stage 4

61 2

705m2

66 67

668m2

691m2

650m2

687m2 728m2

597m2

687m2

683m2

24 3

755m2

Lot No 2 3 6 7 8 20 21

Area 4.942 ac 5.228 ac 4.944 ac 5.923 ac 5.915 ac 4.979 ac 5.458 ac

Price $305,000 $295,000 $275,000 $265,000 $290,000 $310,000 $320,000

Turn-key 2 & 3 bedroom townhouse packages, single and two storey from $265,000 Stand alone title - No body corporate - No Fees. Environmentally responsible design, 8 Star Energy rating - low running costs. Elmwood Cafe, Medical Centre & Pharmacy. Close by to buses, hospital.

683m2

733m2

Let us show you the difference

616m2

2 1 642m2 30 686m2

74 700m2 2 75 700m

591m2

712m2

839m2 RE

71 700m 2 72 690m 2 73 680m

63 62 654m2 735m2

715m2

650m2

640m2

769m2

609m2

KERRY AVENUE

600m2

KERRY AVENUE

655m2

776m2

749m2

698m2

727m2

812m2

676m2

734m2

633m2

89 88 767m 2 87 742m 2 634m2

584m2

36 2 37 632m 636m2 11 2 38 683m

590m2

600m2

797m2

798m2 12 829m2

742m2

Stage 3

Stage 1

33 956m2 14

BRAND NEW

Enjoy a country lifestyle with freedom and space, whilst living with the luxury of town services (water, gas, telephone, electricity, sewerage.)

STAGE 4 NOW SELLING

$430pw

Sleek four bedroom home with ducted heating and cooling, formal lounge, tiled dining and family room, great kitchen with dishwasher, ensuite to master, full main bathroom, undercover entertaining area, enclosed back yard and remote double lock up garage with internal access. Avail now

18 DISPLAY HOMES COMING SOON

706m2

A rare opportunity to live close to the river. Flat blocks available. Panoramic valley views to magnificent mountains and distant snowfields. Country living with city convenience. Close to Albury/Wodonga CBD.

Stage 2 Lot No 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

Area 4.94ac 4.97ac 5.37ac 5.22ac 7.86ac 5.88ac 5.06ac

Price $315,000 $315,000 $395,000 $375,000 $350,000 $290,000 $315,000

MORE GREAT LAND FOR SALE Whenby Grange............................... Wattle Glen.................................... Wattle Views................................... New West Village............................. Western Park.................................. Baranduda Park............................... Country Club................................... Federation Park............................... Yarralumla......................................

from from from from from from from from from

$108,000 $108,000 $90,000 $100,000 $125,000 $99,000 $110,000 $102,500 $90,000

Willow Gardens............................... from Yackandandah Heights..................... from Fairway Gardens (NSW).................... from

$120,000 $79,500 $105,000

Industrial Land & Englobo

Yackandandah Industrial..................... from $71,000 + GST Tangambalanga Industrial...................... from $61,000 + GST Englobo Land - Yackandandah............ from $575,000 + GST

Visit our website for more superb properties to view. Register your details for full property updates

Wodonga Industrial Estate....................... from $1.5 million + GST

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Handymen

Plumbing

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• Power Points • LED lighting • Work Shop Fit-Outs • All Electrical Maintenance • Air Conditioning • Wall TV Mounting • Renovations & Re-Wires

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ELECTRICIAN

Howard Shearer (02) 6023 1931

Warren’s

WHM

Fencing & Gates Brian Grace Mobile

Home Maintenance

0427 795 579 Phone

WHM - All Carpentry Services WHM - General House Maintenance WHM - Minor Painting,

02 6024 7725 NSW Builders Lic 240793C

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www.graceconstructions.com.au

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Quality Renovations & Extensions

Kevin 0423 832 724

Floor Services

FLOORS LAID AND REPAIRED MANY YEARS EXPERIENCE PROMPT QUOTES ALL AREAS REALISTIC PRICES!

Inwood Restoration

17 years experience caring for local antiques • Furniture Repairs & Restoration • Traditional Finishing and Chair Caning

CALL ROB & NAOMI 02 6025-8460 905 CALIMO STREET, ALBURY

Bobcat, Mini Excavator & Tip Truck also available.

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PHONE 0418 578 447

Garden Services

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• Bobcat work • Slashing • Soil levelling • Gardens maintained • Rotary hoeing • All Gardening • Trees removed • Light ﬂoat work • Cartage • Need an extra hand?

• Truck and tractor hire • Lawns and edges out • Site clearing • Rubbish Removed • Spouting cleared • Landscape work • Cars removed • Mini loader hire • Odd Jobs - whatever? • Weed spraying

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RAYS MAINTENANCE

Electricians

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0412 022 984

Pest Control

Contact Paul Howland

Handymen 735538advert3x2

Vic Lic: 20137

To advertise in this section Phone 1300 666 808

FRIDGE DOOR SEALS

Specialising in all Pest Control NE Victoria & Southern NSW Locally owned family business since 1974. Termites (White Ants), Spiders, Bees, Wasps, Bed Bugs, Fleas, Rats, Mice & Cockroaches Purchasing a Property? Are there Termites? Have it professionally inspected! Effective, competitive solutions for your Termite problems

Commercial and Domestic SUPPLY AND/OR FIT

0408 613 224 Roofing

Call Stephen Ackerly and the team on

6056 0588

Local Trusted Rooﬁng Professional Specialising in Steel Roofing ~ Residential ~ Commercial ~ Renovations ~ Maintenance ~

Plumbing

Phone: 0438 078 002

ljelleryrooﬁng@yahoo.com.au NSW Lic: 2199 50C VIC Lic: 48080

split systems installed heating & cooling plumbing & gas work carbon monoxide testing Email: mattdoddsplumbing@hotmail.com

C1028127-JJ19-12

Lic. 2215PDGL

Refrigeration

MOBILE: 0438 895 925 LANDLINE: (02) 6024 4610

0438 692 277

Your LOCALLY OWNED free weekly newspaper

• Hot & Cold Water • Gasﬁtting • Bathrooom & Kitchen Renovations • Blocked sewers unchoked • Guttering and downpipes installed and repaired • Water jetting of hard surfaces and cleaning of storm water drains. Available 7 days - Pensioner Discounts

C965085-TB37-11

25 years experience. Specialising in all types of concrete work. FREE QUOTES Large and small jobs.

NewsWeekly

Written guarantees, refs supplied. Lic No 16365C.

“For lovely polished timber ﬂoors!”

0412 022 984

C742502-JL52-9

C953852-JL32-11

Servicing Albury/Wodonga and Surrounding areas.

Simon Hoppe • Energy Efﬁcient Lighting • Powerpoints • Switchboard Upgrades • Safety Switches Fast, Reliable Electrical Solutions

PAINTER

Phone David The Masters Touch; (02) 6040 0636 or 0418 282 291 www.painteralbury.com.au

PHONE WAYNE: 0428 637 068

Lic No: 22516 PDGL NSW / VIC 102045

Contact Paul Howland

VALET PLUMBING SERVICES

Painters/Decorators

FLOOR SANDING

Pensioner Discount No call out fee

PAINT STRIPPING

AL HAMILTON CONCRETING

NSW Lic: 190222C

WHM - Rubbish Removal WHM - Gutter Cleaning

• Dripping Tap repair or replace • Toilet Cistern repairs or replacements • Bathrooms, kitchen, laundry upgrades • Blocked drains cleared Sewage/stormwater • Gas Appliances installed & tested • CO2 testing - All gas appliances • Down pipe guttering repaired or replaced

Furniture Restoration

Concrete Services

konekt electrical

Lic. 219938C

Tiling & Plastering

611

• SANDING AND POLISHING • RE COATS NEW & OLD FLOORS • DECKS & VERANDAHS S • FLOATING FLOORS INSTALLED

K.J.S. BUILDERS HIA Member 528465 Domestic DB-U 11540 Commercial CB-U 6226

CALL WILL ON: 0488 402 FOR A FREE QUOTE

1068404-KG51-12

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Renovations & Alterations Decks & Pergolas Small Jobs Specialist Quality Work Guaranteed

Phone: 0457 927 736

www.warrenshm.com.au

0419 160 282

VIC LIC: 46555 NSW LIC: 225668C

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Grace constructions • • • •

Warren Tyack

Shearer Electrical Pty Ltd. NSW Lic. 154563C Vic. Lic. 15178

Builders

NEED A PLUMBER? Over 40 years experience Small to medium jobs

No job too small. No call out fees.

C990483-JL49-11

www.meninblinds.com mibalburywodonga@hotmail.com

0428 231 931

Over 10 years experience in the building industry.

C1061999-KG46-12

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• Cedars • Verticals • Venetians • Hollands • Romans • Shutters • Awnings • Doors & Screens • Motorized Blinds Jamie Strauss – 0402 253 328 6024 1000 10% pensioner discount

• Maintenance • Hot Water Services vices • Water Filters • Taps • Renovations • Water Saving • Replacement Toilets/cisterns All other plumbing services NSW. Lic No: 137342C. VIC. Lic No: 24598

CALL BEN 0418 450 348 C1070622-JL3-13

MEN IN BLINDS

• Metering/Net Meters • TV & Antenna Installations • Appliance Repairs • Ceiling Fans & Tastics • Security Lights

Brian Murray - Formerly The Tap Doctor

0429 623 831

For All Electrical Work

Blinds & Curtains

PLUMBING

CALLOUT FEE

C742423-JM46-9

Electricians

C1071946-KG4-13

Air Conditioning

Call: 1300 666 808

1065750-KG49-12

Trades & Services

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Trades & Services Services

Deadline: 2pm Monday Ph: 1300 666 808

HO US EH OL D & GA RD EN

WATER 15 LITRES $4.95

DINING TABLE, solid and extendable, seats six. $200. 0423 081 786.

EXERCISE BIKE, unused, HomeGym, recumbent, computer, heart rate monitor, paid $395, sell $280. 0402 993 701.

C925392-JL19-11

679 Winton-Lurg Rd, Lurg (near Winton) Phone (03) 5766 4363 or 0417 362 961 www.cuballakennels.com.au

• Extra TV Outlets • Antennas/TV Tuning • Flatscreen wall Mounting • Same Day Service Call Zane 0408 698 000 Austel Licenses

C951657-JM31-11

Tiling

Call Steven m 0411 522 500 e vamp@internode.on.net

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ACCOUNTING

• Never enough time at the end of the day to do your books? • Stressed because your BAS’s are always late? • Not sure what you need to do to comply with ATO requirements? Julie Walsh Bookkeeping - For all your bookkeeping requirements…………. CERTIFIED BAS AGENT & QUALIFIED BOOKKEEPER p - 0408 463 068 e- juliemwalsh@bigpond.com

Tree Lopping/Surgery

TREE REMOVAL & MAINTENANCE

C1068393-KG51-12

• Trees removed safely • Pruning & felling • Conﬁned Space Removals • Local Professional

To advertise in this section Phone 1300 666 808

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• BRAKE - SERVICES COOLING - REPAIRS • AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE & REPAIRS

Car Servicing - All Makes and Models

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BRADSWORTH TREE SERVICE

• VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC SCANNING SERVICE • ROADWORTHY TESTING CERTIFICATE & REPAIRS

For all your Pool & Spa Chemical needs on site:

MOUNTAIN BIKE, Repco, mens, radial size 26, blue/green, GC, $60ono. (02) 6025-1561. OUTDOOR SETTING, 5 piece, solid timber, round table, $100. (02) 60402879.

PLANER, Ryobi 2000W, 318mm thickness, never used, still in box, spare blades. $375. 0421 517 591.

ROUTER/TABLE, 1200W, router in box, never used, GMC. $175. 0421 517 591.

0438 572 684 Deadline: 5pm Tuesday Ph: 1300 666 808

AUTOMOTIVE

LOUNGE/SOFA BED, 200cms, green fabric, very rarely used, EC, $200. (02) 6040-2879.

RIDE ON MOWER, MTD, fully reconditioned, 38” cutting deck, like new. $1,000. 0457 353 871.

Classifieds

BOOKKEEPING FOR TRADIES

GOLF CLUBS, bag, Smoothie buggy, full set, Wilson, GC. $475 the lot. 0421 517 591.

REFRIGERATOR, Frigidaire, top freezer, VGC. $120ono. 0400 128 333

Water Testing Cleaning & Maintenance Repairs & Spares

Services

FRIDGE, Westinghouse, 2 door, 390L. $100. (02) 6024-2450.

RECLINING LIFT CHAIR, powered, double action, VGC. $600ono. (03) 57282815.

368 Urana Rd Lavington

Ph. 6025 4771 Fax. 6025 4772

FRIDGE, Westinghouse 530L, EC, white. $425. 0439 441 173.

RECLINER, 3 months new, ex Bevmarks, unwanted gift, beige fabric, 10 year warranty. $550ono. (02) 6056-0163.

Covering Albury/Wodonga

Deadline: 2pm Monday Ph: 1300 666 808

Specialising in Bathroom Renovations Re-Grouting l Sealing l Waterprooﬁng Kitchen Splashbacks

BTS

>RO 2KZZc 2Y_XN Mobile Dog Wash & Grooming Service

1054396-PJ40-12

ANTENNAS

PROMPT FREE MEASURE & QUOTES FOR Locally Manufactured Capral Award Winning Products • Energy Efﬁcient Double Glazing - optional • Sliding Windows • Patio Doors • French Doors • Awning Windows • Mirror Robes • Acrylic Blocks • Fly Screens & Doors • Fitting Available by Lic. Builders

C1064397-KG48-12

C747765-JL49-9

827879-KS31-10

Television/Video/Audio

rbradsworthtrees@hotmail.com

Spacious heated & cooled indoor kennels with individual outdoor grass runs Conveniently located just off Hume Fwy

Windows

0412 575 303

0421570549

Cuballa Kennels

Phone: (02) 6059 3817

FREE SCORIA, red crushed rock, approx 1 trailer load, must pick up. Free. (02) 6024-2284.

FURNITURE, house lot for sale. Setting up house? Check full listing http:// www.waterfallcreek.com.au /other-stuff/for-sale/ $1,500 the lot. (02) 6071-0210.

PETS & SERVICES

Don’t buy new furniture! Recycle it! Call now for a FREE in-home quote

Contact your local ECO Electrician Chris Ferguson Vic Lic 4414 94 Chapple Street, Wodonga

FREE QUOTE CALL RYAN NOW

208 Borella Road, Albury

Phone: (02) 6041 1444

Has your favourite chair seen better days? Are your dining chairs loose and lumpy? Is your lounge stuffed?

*All size solar panels to suit roof and budget. * GOVT REBATE AVAILABLE A must for - Pump and pool owners - Shops, hairdressers - Ofﬁce, factory & farm.

Albury Engineering & Mower Service (opposite the Albury Base Hospital)

RECYCLE YOUR OLD FURNITURE!

from sun, become self sufﬁcient during the day.

Mowers, Brushcutters, Blowers & Generators C843903-KS37-10

FURNITURE REPAIRS

CHAIR, large lounge, beige leather, purchased Freedom. $200. (02) 6021 4784. DINING TABLE, Chiswell, extendable, plus six chairs. $600ono. 03 5728-2815.

Upholsterers

FREE ELECTRICITY

C1070742-JL3-13

CHAIN SAW SHARPENER, electric, 2 grinding wheels. $55. 0457 353 871. West Wodonga.

MACHINERY

C749554-JL50-9

Solar Energy

Albury Nails Shop

Phone: (02) 6021 0836 or 0411 197 739

Phone Mick 0427 316 497

PHONE MICK 0427 316 497

FOR SALE

Full Set French Nails $40 Shellac from $20 Reﬁll $30 Spa Pedicure $35 Open 6 days - Shop 8/685 Dean St Albury

Large or Small. Felling/ Lopping/ Pruning/ Hedges All Rubbish Removed Pensioner Discounts • Free Quotes

PENSIONER DISCOUNTS

FOR SALE

Manicure - Spa Pedicure - Waxing

C1070177-KK3-13

FREE

Q U OT E S

TREES

BEAUTY SERVICES

FOR SALE

AIR CONDITIONER, Braemar LCB 250, roof mounted, evaporative, EC. Bought $2,200, sell $850ono. (02) 6043 1255.

BED SET, Ikea, includes KS bed, drawers, 2 bedside tables, dressing table, "birch" colour. $800. 0439 441 173.

ARTIST STUDIO equipment for sale. Pro full and table easel, brushes, palettes, numerous frames, boards, paints and varnishes, carrying case and reference books. $500. (02) 6071-0210.

BED, king size single, timber frame, with Backrest mattress, GC. $250ono. (02) 6056 6306. BRUSHCUTTER, brand new, 5in1, pole saw, $200. 0457 353 871 West Wodonga.

HorseWorld Deadline: 5pm Tuesday Ph: 1300 666 808

ACCESSORIES

FOR SALE

SHOW RUG, ﬁt 12-13hh pony, green satin, white fringe. $60ono. 0421 832 253.

W.P.C.S JOURNALS, 2002, 2004 journals, 1901-2001 journal. $30. 0421 832 253.

SCOOTERS, two, can fold up, battery operated. $700 the pair. (02) 6040-8531.

SLEEPERS, used, ex railway, B grade, $24 each, half wine barrels $69. GC. Phone 0411 558 572. SOFA BED, Ikea, suppportive mattress, red, wash cover. $300. 0439 441 173.

STEAM MOP, Vax, hard ﬂoor, never used, unwanted prize. $80ono. 6056-6955, Wodonga. TREADMILL, Inﬁniti, SM400I, GC. $300 ono. 0412 022 984. Albury.

Best Water Best Price

0400172173

www.mrpurewater.com.au

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ADULT SERVICES �� Experience � � � � the Touch of my � � � MAGIC HANDS. � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � No private � � � � Nos/Texts. � � ��

�HUNTER� By Appointment Only. 0416 777 572

SWA5390

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RU B B I S H R EMOV ED

Deadline: 5pm Tuesday Ph: 1300 666 808

MASSAGE THERAPISTS ADVERTISERS in this section are qualiﬁed practitioners and are offering a non-sexual service.

MUSIC /INSTRUMENTS PIANO, Suttons ‘Mignon’, suit learner. $1,000ono. (02) 6059-3045.

PETS & SERVICES ADVERTISERS PLEASE NOTE

New rules apply to the advertising of dogs and cats for sale. It is now an offence to advertise the sale of a dog or cat in Victoria unless the microchip identiﬁcation number of the animal is included in the advertisement or notice. A registered domestic animal business may use its Council business registration number as an alternative. For further information, call 136 186 or visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/pets

1021252-PJ16-12

SEWING, SEWING MACHINES MACHINE REPAIRS, all makes and models, prompt and reliable service. (02) 6040-8250.

BRIDAL & DEB WEAR DEB DRESS, size 12, full length, strapless, ﬁtted bodice with gloves. $300. (02)6024-7754. Wodonga.

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TV UNIT, antique, white timber, rosewood top, 125 x 75 x 55, $150. (02) 6040-2879.

1300 666 808

LIVESTOCK

LAYER PULLETS Commercial Crossbreds. Vaccinated. Not debeaked. 12 weeks (Black. Red. White. Isa brown) $14. Available Tuesday 5th February. From Pet Stock. Lavington. 8am (02) 6040 7600 Pet Stock Wodonga 9am (02) 6024 2977 Phone to Order Brian Larkin Poultry.

C1071212-KK3-13

Tree Lopping/Surgery

C1070595-JL3-13

Rubbish Removal

Classifieds

C1072759-KK4-13

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Deadline: 5pm Tuesday Email: classifieds@awnw.com.au Phone: 1300 666 808

KEEP FIT & EARN!

WALKERS WANTED

Catalogue deliverers wanted for local distribution. Up to $300/wk. 8–14hrs. Team Leader roles available too! Enquire now!

TEL 1300 663 161

Quicker Easier Cheaper

FRIDAY 25TH JANUARY

NOTICE OF DECISION

Advice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 81 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 for the purpose of activating Section 101 of the Act, that the following applications were determined by AlburyCity during the period ending 18 January 2013:

APPROVED DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS DA NUMBER PROPOSAL

PROPERTY

10.2012.31759.2 Modiﬁcation of Consent – Alts & Adds to Premises – Osteohealth

759 David Street NORTH ALBURY

10.2012.31942.1 Addition to Residence – Extension of roof over existing Terrace

3/591 Keene Street EAST ALBURY

10.2012.31951.1

530 Young Street ALBURY

Alts & Adds to Residence

10.2012.31955.1 Dual Occupancy Development – 2 Unit Development

687 Logan Road GLENROY

10.2012.31959.1

23 Bowyer Place GLENROY

Colorbond Shed

rsaandrcg.com.au

10.2012.31990.1 Commercial Signage – Lester & Son

or Classroom Courses

10.2012.31992.1 Industrial Development – Additional Warehouse 24 Annette Crescent LAVINGTON

359 Wantigong Street NORTH ALBURY

10.2012.31999.1 Installation of 2 x 115,000 litre Colorbond Water Tanks – Albury Sports Ground

441 Wodonga Place ALBURY

10.2012.32009.1 Additional Use – Health Consulting Room

438 Dean Street ALBURY

10.2012.32011.1

Residence & Garage

62 Cambridge Drive THURGOONA

RSA Mon 11th Feb RCG Tues 12th Feb Courses from 4.30pm

10.2012.32014.1

Residence & Garage

73 Featherstone Avenue GLENROY

10.2012.32019.1

Residence & Garage

10 Stringybark Court THURGOONA

10.2012.32024.1 Carport

663 Young Street ALBURY

1300 514 015

10.2012.32026.1 Residence & Garage

2 Par Street GLENROY

RSA & RCG

Please leave name, phone number and address.

Due to Australia Day Public Holiday the following classifieds deadlines will apply for Wednesday 30th January, 2013 edition.

www.alburycity.nsw.gov.au

RSA Online

C974362-JL41-11

Phone 0427 508 245

EARLY DEADLINES

development

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

SITUATIONS VACANT

PUBLIC NOTICES

BEST PRICE

Start Me Up Training C1072548-PJ4-13

10.2012.32029.1 Residence & Garage

38 Mulberry Court LAVINGTON

10.2012.32030.1 Residence, Garage & Retaining Wall

221 Kosciuszko Road THURGOONA

10.2013.32036.1 Verandah & Concrete Deck

28 Waratah Crescent WEST ALBURY

10.2013.32037.1

82 Featherstone Avenue GLENROY

Residence, Garage and Retaining Wall

The relevant consents are available for public inspection, without charge, at AlburyCity’s Customer Service Centre during normal working hours or by visiting our website www.alburycity.nsw.gov.au and select ‘Development Application Tracking’.

BUSINESS SERVICES

Provincial Letterbox Distributors

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Monster ready to roar By TREVOR JACKSON BORDER motor racing fans beware the Green-Eyed Monster is in town. And for those who aren’t familiar with the term, it represents the V8 Supercar Craig Lowndes used so impressively back when he was driving a Falcon. The AU Falcon was well-known and much-loved by fans across the country and Lowndes’ driving style ensured it lived up to its nickname. Countless competitors would surely have been intimidated by the sight of those bright green headlights looming up fast in the distance. And the ‘monster’, which has been leased from current owner Peter Vicary, will take to the track again this year, raced in the Shannons Series by young gun Matt Chahda. It goes without saying he’s impressed. “It was always one of my favourite cars growing up,” Matt said with a broad grin. “I found a model of the exact car yesterday that I had when I was younger.” Matt said he was more than surprised when he discovered which car he would be punting around the track this season. “At first I heard it was a Supercar and I was excited about that,” he said. “When I found out what it actually was, it was crazy.” Matt plans to run the car, repainted in the original Green-Eyed Monster livery, for the full Shannons Series out of the family workshop in Albury, hopefully attracting the attention of the bigger teams, with a view to drive next season in the development series.

Matt Chahda says it’s crazy to think he’ll be driving the original Green-Eyed Monster this season. (Inset) The Chahda car will be reverted to the original Green-eyed Monster paint scheme used by Lowndes. The Falcon is a bit longer in the tooth than many of the competitor cars but Matt’s father Amin says a new race engine arriving soon, and the possible assistance of the car’s original engineer, would ensure it was competitive. “Hopefully we’ll have the engineer who actually built the car coming down to help get it up to speed,” he said.

“If you look at the lap times, when this car was in its heyday it was nearly one and a half seconds faster than the current Shannons cars, so theoretically we should be somewhere up in the top 10.” And it goes without saying Amin, being an avid Ford fan, is just as impressed as Matt to have the car in his

Polo players dive in THE state’s top water polo players will converge on Albury this week for the 2013 Country Clubs Water Polo tournament. Some 22 teams from across New South Wales will take part in a four-day tournament which kicks off at the Albury and Lavington swim centres this Friday. The tournament was last held in Albury in 2009 and returns to the region after a successful bid from the Ovens and Murray Water Polo Association. The event will attract 300 people along with the nine local teams competing.

Jim Bruce, president of the Ovens and Murray Water Polo Association said the tournament would put a major focus on competition in the region, which is stronger than ever. “We have teams from Wyong, Bowral, Canberra and Newcastle all competing so it’s a great drawcard for Albury,” he said. “It’s going to be a great standard of competition too so we’d certainly encourage people to come along and watch and cheer on our Albury teams.” AlburyCity is advising resi-

dents that the available water space in the main pools at each facility will be reduced during competition times. The 25m pool at the Albury Swim Centre will also be briefly used for competition during Saturday and Sunday. All other pool facilities including the toddler’s pool, waterslide and sections of the main pools will remain open to the public and residents are welcome to use these facilities as normal. Swimmers are encouraged to contact the swim centres for further information.

workshop, especially considering the only other V8 Supercar team outside the major cities is that of Albury’s Brad Jones Racing. “I was originally just trying to get a Supercar and a lot of people said not to get a car that was slow in its day,” he said.

“We’ve found a car that was fast in its day. It wasn’t until I was driving home with it on the trailer I thought, ’that’s the Green-eyed Monster, that’s the car, wow’. When you mention it to anyone, tell them what it is, they all react the same, they all remember the car. “I just can’t thank Peter enough for giving us this opportunity.”

Edge swimmers take the prize THREE members of the newly formed Edge Swimming Club have taken out Wodonga Council Young Achiever Support Scheme (YASS) awards this month. Sarah Whitehouse, 13, Rachael Hindmarsh, 14, and Matthew Whitehouse, 17, are members of the Barandudabased Edge Swimming Club, which formed in December, 2011. The trio competed at the Victorian Age Championships held in Melbourne, contested by more than 1500 swimmers from 114 clubs from 17 to 23 December.

Sarah discovered her love of swimming when she was seven. She competed in the 50, 100 and 200-metre freestyle events, and the 100 and 200-metre butterfly. Sarah swam personal best times in all her events, and is currently ranked seventh fastest Victorian in the girls’ 13 years 200m freestyle and 200m butterfly events and is part of a recordsetting relay team both for school and Ovens and Murray district swimming. Rachael began swimming at the age of 10 after competing in the local schools competition. She competed in the 50 and 100 metre free-

style events, and the 100 and 200-metre breaststroke at the championships. She officially broke the 30 seconds time for her 50m freestyle and achieved other personal best times. Rachael has been named her school’s age champion for the last three years. Matthew has been swimming since he was nine and last season was awarded age champion in the Ovens and Murray Swimming Championships. Matthew competed in the 50m freestyle event at the championships and was rewarded with a personal best time.

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Border athletes run to Geelong By KRYSTEN MANUEL

Trainer Les O’Brien stands behind his runners in the wake of the VCC this weekend. Ben Wright, Jeremy Newtin and Alex Tackle are just three of the Border’s hopefuls.

ATHLETES from across Victoria will converge this Saturday to compete in the Victorian Country Championships (VCC) for athletics, with runners from across the Border having to make a hard decision - whether to stay for the Albury Gift or travel to Geelong for the VCC. A large group from the Border Track and Field Club have opted to travel with trainer Les O’Brien, who will be there to cheer them on and offer support over the three-day event. “We’re taking quite a few runners down there to see how they go against the best,” he said. “They’re training very well, we’ve had a couple that have improved out of sight. “Some have only been training for four or five months, like Ben Wright. He’s improved something like six metres over 60, to give you an idea of the ability he’s got.” Wright is just 13 years old, but has been holding his own as a sprinter, pulling times like 12.46 seconds over the 100m and 26.43 over the 200m. “His improvement is the best I’ve seen in a junior athlete in the last 10 years,” O’Brien said. Other hopefuls include Alex Tackle and Jeremy Newtin. Tackle,18, is a sprinter, but

has also proven himself in field events, including triple jump, with a personal best of just over 12 metres. Newtin, 16, is an old hand at the athletics track, having followed through the little athletics circuit from the age of five. Newtin is a hopeful for the 200m and 400m, but has competed in the States for cross country. “He’s going really well,” O’Brien said. “Whatever he does this weekend , he’ll be bettering it by the time he gets back and at the end of the running season he’ll be really showing his true form.” O’Brien has been a household name around the athletics track for some time now, having trained dozens of successful runners. And if any man would know the secret to success in running, he would. “It depends on their attitude,” he said. “They have to be prepared to train, they have to enjoy what they’re doing. Some people get pushed and they get sick of it and give it away. “You have to love what you’re doing, otherwise it’s no good, you’ll never be successful.”

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