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RAMPANT fare evasion and a systemic failure to adequately promote Bendigo’s public bus network have contributed to the service’s poor performance data over the past three years. That’s the view of commuters and the Bus Association Victoria who have spoken out following last week’s revelation the overwhelming majority of buses operating as part of Bendigo Transit Network contracts worth $107 million over a decade do so at less than 25 cent of their capacity. Residents have contacted the Weekly in recent days to express

their concern and alarm at the level of fare evasion they have witnessed on the Bendigo network, claiming the level of fare evasion was a major factor in the poor data reported by the state government. Bus Association Victoria network planning and public policy general manager Parry Serafim said fare evasion was an issue for the Bendigo Transit Network, and that most patrons do not tap on when they board a bus. He added fare evasion was also understated. “Our research suggests it’s a lot worse than what the government reports. Making the network free is not the solution. “We need cultural change.”

State government data shows that approximately 1.6 million passenger trips were recorded on the Bendigo Transit Network in the year to February, and the Weekly understands about $3 million in myki fees were registered. A Department of Transport spokesperson said fare compliance across the public transport system has remained high over the past few years, and that the department continued to work with operators to maintain these levels. “Authorised Officers are regularly deployed to buses in the Bendigo area to support bus drivers and to ensure passengers travel with a valid ticket.

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“The Department of Transport works closely with local bus operators to ensure deployments of authorised officers are targeted to maximum effect.” Despite data showing the Huntly to Kangaroo Flat service that operates via Bendigo Station with an average 23 passengers per trip is the only bus that carries more than 14 passengers, Weekly readers have cast doubt on the official data and spoken of buses that operate throughout the day and are often packed to near-capacity.

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Number’s up for fare evaders From Page 1 Mr Serafim said performance data and the number of myki transactions recorded were being compromised by a stipulation that bus operators were not allowed to promote the service they provide. “It’s exclusively up to the government. If the operators were more involved and had contractual obligations I am sure we’d have a more productive network.” He said the community and government both have a role in making sure the network is relevant and sustainable, but in the end, the government has the legislated responsibility of promoting the network. “The network would be far better if other stakeholders were more free to contribute.” Mr Serafim said local government was the missing link when it comes to public transport. “Local government currently has no say in what public transport transpires in any area, but they should. For a public transport network to be dynamic and responsive to the community’s needs, it needs

input from the local level, not planners who sit in an ivory tower in Spring St. “The state government should be obligated to take on board the operator and other local stakeholders’ input and plan services with their knowledge in mind – after all, they are of the community, the know what the locals want.

All too often ... needs get overlooked “All too often the community’s needs get overlooked when government undertakes their reviews, and changes rarely ensue.” He said the state government has a duty to provide a legislative transport framework with minimal regulatory oversight that enables economic resilience, environmental sustainability and quality of life.

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Route Description

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Huntly to Kangaroo Flat via Bendigo Station

Bendigo Station to Epsom

Bendigo Station to Eaglehawk via Jackass Flat

Bendigo Station to Eaglehawk Station via Arnold St

Bendigo Station to Eaglehawk via Eaglehawk Road

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Bendigo Station to East Bendigo

Bendigo Station to La Trobe University via Strathdale

Bendigo Station to Spring Gully via LTU

La Trobe University to Bendigo Station

Bendigo Station to Golden Square via Quarry Hill

Bendigo Station to Spring Gully

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Average Bendigo bus patronage (Monday to Friday), March 2018 to February 2019. Source Dept. of Transport

“At present we don’t have that, the transport regulatory framework is not integrated, as much as some might say it is, and the money’s simply not there for the bus to take a front and centre role like rail does in metropolitan Melbourne. “Bus is a recurrent industry whereas government likes capital investment. That outlook is going to have to change if the bus is to play a more meaningful role in our economy.” Mr Serafim said the bus industry has a role in showing government how economic, social and environment outcomes could be improved if the

community significantly invested in bus services and bus infrastructure and encouraged commuter mode shift from private transport to public transport. “Runaway population growth has been accompanied by a lag in the commencement of government services like bus services, and this needs to change. “The benefits of the reduction in urban congestion, the reduction in transports share of greenhouse gas emissions and the improvement of our sense of community and well-being would outweigh the financial costs of such an investment.”

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Climate row heats up

COUNCILLOR Jennifer Alden spoke about the risks to the health and wellbeing of Bendigo residents due to climate breakdown on Wednesday. “Locally, Loddon Mallee is getting hotter and drier,” Cr Alden said. “Action to address these issues needs to be rapid. Business as usual will not provide solutions to needed change,” Cr Alden said. Citing a recent Biodiversity and Ecosystem services report, Cr Alden said that as many as one million species could be lost in coming decades due to habitat loss, land use practices and pressures of climate change. Council already has environment

Councillors at odds over ecosystem changes and sustainability measures in place, such as the Council’s Environment Strategy 2016-21 and a target of 50 per cent carbon reduction by 2020. “We have an environmental strategy, a plan to reduce our waste streams and emergency management plans for environment crises. So many plans,” Cr Alden said. “What we don’t have is a system that can most accurately reflect where our funds are best spent in providing the ultimate in liveability,” Cr Alden said. The motion was not met with unanimous support, with councillor Malcolm Pethybridge voting against

it and councillors Matt Emond and George Flake abstaining. Cr Pethybridge said the motion forecasts a future this is unproven. “What are we doing traumatis-

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der the region’s growth. “We’re only little Bendigo in little Australia. We can’t convince the whole world, but we do need to do things smartly,” Cr Pethybridge said.

What are we doing traumatising people with things that we can’t prove?

ing people with things that we can’t prove?” Cr Pethybridge said. The councillor said he wants to see as many as 20 jumbo jets flying into Bendigo in the future and wouldn’t want climate change to hin-

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Cr Yvonne Wrigglesworth took exception to Cr Pethybridge’s remark about Bendigo’s size and the impact it can have on this issue. “If we have the opinion that as small we can’t do big things, we won’t

be able to shift our thinking and progress,” Cr Wrigglesworth said. In discussing why he was abstaining from the vote, Cr Emond sought further detail. “I agree in principle with some of the ideas, but I would like more substantial reports before we come around the table,” Cr Emond said. In its response in the council agenda, a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across the municipality would require a substantial and behavioural change by residents and businesses. “While the council can and should play a leadership and advocacy role, many initiatives will require support from the federal and state governments,” the report said.

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HIGH POINT: Eaglehawk Secondary College perform their piece. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

School dancers step out for Wakakirri STUDENTS from four Bendigo schools took part in Wakakirri on Monday. Wakakirri is Australia’s largest performing arts event for schools, and has been running since 1992.

Bendigo South East Secondary College, Eaglehawk Secondary College, Kangaroo Flat Primary School and Strathfieldsaye Primary School took part with three to seven minute performances that theatrically told a

story using a combination of dancing, acting and creative movement to pre-recorded music. Wakakirri is for every school in Australia and has categories for all levels of experience.

This year there are more than 280 schools participating. Story of the Year will be announced on October 17. For more information go to: www.wakakirri.com/what-iswakakirri

THE state Minister for Health Jenny Mikakos visited Bendigo on Wednesday to announce the government has delivered funding for 500,000 specialist medical appointments in regional Victoria. The pledge was possible thanks to a $136.2 million investment in the 2019-20 state Budget. Bendigo patients will benefit from at least 15,000 appointments closer to home, without the need to travel to Melbourne. “The last thing patients need when they’re battling illness is long, costly and inconvenient trips to Melbourne to get the treatment they need. We’re fixing that,” Ms Mikakos said. In Bendigo, patients needing specialist treatment in the areas of cardiology, oncology, geriatrics, paediatrics, haematology and nephrology, among others, will benefit from more local appointments. There will be 75,000 appointments for patients with heart conditions and 50,000 for those dealing with chronic pain as part of the funding announcement. “Our investment means that patients will no longer face huge bills for private appointments or pay for costly trips to see a specialist,” Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan said. A new rehabilitation centre at Bendigo Hospital received $60 million in funding from the state government to incorporate a range of rehabilitation services under the one roof, as part of the last budget. The centre will include services such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, social work, speech therapy, prosthetics and orthotics, clinical psychology and neuropsychology. – Nicholas Nakos

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Thumbs up for new gym

By NICHOLAS NAKOS

A NEW 24-hour gym in Kennington is one step closer to opening after an application was approved from council on Wednesday night. The site at 108 Lowndes Street will feature a gym and 70-space car park, with the gym to operate within the existing building on the site. No external works are proposed to the building that require planning approval. Group fitness classes will operate at the gym on weekdays and weekends, with a maximum of 20 patrons attending these at any one time. Seven objections were received regarding the proposal,

with noise and patron management addressed explicitly by council. An acoustic consultant reports that the ventilation fans at the gym were within day noise level requirements, but above evening noise level allowances, meaning that the fans can only be operated between 7am and 6pm on weekdays and 7am to 1pm on Saturday. Predicted noise levels were modelled, including the closing of car doors and ignition, and were deemed not to cause sleep disturbance. Councillor Andrea Metcalf supported the proposal, with acoustic tests to be conducted within three months of the gym

opening reassuring her that the building wouldn’t cause disturbance to nearby residents. “I’m unable to identify a fundamental reason that would warrant refusal of this proposal,” Cr Metcalf said. Another concern for residents was how patron numbers will be managed. The application received my council stated that a maximum of three staff will be in the building at any one time and the gym is to be staffed 24/7. How this will be managed remains unclear, with council asking for a plan on how patron entry and numbers will be controlled expected before the site opens.

Rescue training at mine

Development plan adopted THE adoption of the Huntly Development Contributions Plan was endorsed by council on Wednesday, paving the way for upcoming development in the area. The growth area in question is a 247-hectare area north of the existing Huntly town centre, on the eastern side of the Midland Highway. The HDCP allows the supply of major infrastructure such as roads and intersections, which is valued at $23.8 million for this area. A levy will be charged per hectare to developers for the creation of roads, a playground, pedestrian and cycling paths and intersections, at a total cost of more than $18.5 million The per hectare rate charged for the construction of roads is just shy of $60,000, with the total sum upwards of $11.5 million. The plan and overall proposal didn’t receive widespread support however, with councillor Matt Emond questioning the development’s ongoing social impacts on nearby communities. “From the information I’ve currently got, it doesn’t appear that we fac-

CENTRAL Deborah Gold Mine carried out a complex underground rescue training on Wednesday with the help of Oscar 1 Mines Rescue, the Fosterville Mine Rescue Team and Ambulance Victoria. “As a tourist mine, Central Deborah is not treated any differently to a fully operational mine from an occupational health and safety point of view,” mine manager Karl Penrose said. This training exercise will ensure that in the unlikely event of an underground emergency, mine staff and other emergency personnel are wellprepared to undertake the rescue as swiftly and safely as possible. “It is very important that we give these external agencies the opportunity to familiarise themselves with our site and allow them to see first-hand the challenges they may be faced with during a real-life rescue,” Mr Penrose said. “This ensures that we can continue to offer tours with the knowledge that when they are taken underground, their safety is always a number one priority.” READY FOR ACTION: Emergency services took part in a training program at the mine on Wednesday.

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tor in those long-term social impacts and impacts on future generations,” Cr Emond said. Existing parts of the community beingd left behind was another concern of Cr Emond. “Can we effectively cater for our capital works at the moment or can we not? Are we actually planning for the future?” he said. “Are we creating areas that are less advantageous to live in?” Council notes the project will have a net community benefit and no specific mention was made of the plan’s impact on existing and nearby areas. Cr Rod Fyffe said council still has a role in contributing to the development of new residential areas. “We need to remember that with developer contributions, if we get it wrong, council have to bear all the extra costs,” Cr Fyffe said. “As mentioned in the report, this is an equitable way of going forward and a way the community can have certainty,” he said in supporting the motion. Council will now seek authorisation from the Minister for Planning and will soon exhibit this planning scheme amendment to the public.

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Bendigo Weekly – Friday, August 23, 2019

Plans unveiled this weekend

HINE Bright EYM is holding a community information session for Maiden Gully Westbury Estate residents on the corner of Bolitho Terrace and Westbury Boulevard, between 10am and 11.30am this Saturday, August 24. The Shine Bright management team will unveil plans and imagery for the proposed early learning centre and health hub, while answering any questions about the project. “We are very excited to share our plans for the new Maiden Gully project,” Shine Bright CEO Suzi Sordan said. “The design process has been a lengthy one involving extensive consultation with stakeholders to create a building that is not only state-of-the-art but multi-functional and fits in well with the layout and model of the estate.” Shine Bright successfully obtained a $1.6m grant from the Victorian government in 2018 to assist in building the new centre.

“The intent of this project is to provide wrap around inter-disciplinary services from the one location with early intervention as a focus,” Ms Sordan said. “Research studies show that early intervention and prevention during early years is far more effective and less resource intensive that interventions that take place later in a child’s life. “Our organisation is very excited to be able to provide this innovative approach for the local community which will have many benefits for all, including staff.” The centre will have capacity for up to 150 children, from new-born to 5-years-of age and provide kindergarten, long day care and allied health services for children and staff. Health services will be staged, beginning with allied health – occupational therapy, speech therapy, audiology and counselling services. Stage 2 will see the introduction of GP and paediatrician services.

VISION: Lisa Chesters with Bill Shorten in Bendigo. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Shorten backs radio funding By NICHOLAS NAKOS

FORMER Opposition Leader Bill Shorten visited Bendigo on Monday to lobby for funding for Vision Australia Radio. Offering a service that includes reading newspapers to blind and vision-impaired people, Vision Australia has 700,000 listeners nationwide. In his role as Shadow Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme and Government Services, Mr Shorten said that a modest amount of money would make sure this service could continue. “Vision Australia Radio is run on a shoestring budget and its future is in jeopardy because of changes the federal government has made when it is rolling out

the new NDIS,” Mr Shorten said. Senator Jane Hume said the government recognises the valuable service provided by community broadcasting to groups not serviced by commercial radio. “The Community Broadcasting Program is administered by the Community Broadcasting Foundation, an independent not-for-profit agency. This agency seeks, secures and distributes funding to support community broadcasting in Australia,” Senator Hume said. “Its decisions are made independent of government,” Senator Hume said. Vision Australia Radio is seeking $700,000 a year to maintain its current operations. “This is one of the best uses of scarce taxpayer mon-

ey that I can think of,” Mr Shorten said. Manager of government advocacy and relations at Vision Australia Chris Edwards, who lives with low vision, said the service allows people to hear the news, as it is, the same way that someone who is sighted reads the newspaper. “Without Vision Australia Radio, people like myself wouldn’t remain connected with the community and would be more isolated,” Mr Edwards said. Vision Australia currently receives $1.3 million to deliver radio for the print handicapped services and $1.4 million per year until 2021 to deliver the Print Disability Services Program to produce material in alternative formats for people with print disability.

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GBM Gold fights back

By PETER KENNEDY

EMBATTLED miner GBM Gold has hit back at a state government department over its refusal to renew the company’s mining leases. GBM Gold chief executive officer John Harrison said the decision by regulatory body, Earth Resources Regulation, set a bad precedent for Victorian miners and anyone contemplating gold mining or exploration. Mr Harrison said his company was considering its options after Earth Resources Regulation took action while GBM Gold was still completing a $6.7 million fully underwritten rights issue, and said the matter could yet be headed for the Supreme Court. “I am very disappointed with the decision of Earth Resources. We felt that we had enough financial stability to get our licences renewed.” He said the regulator’s intervention came as a shock to the company, and that the board was still considering its options. “We are in the middle of a capital raising which will put our company in a stronger financial position than it has ever been and our finances were satisfactory in 2016, when we were given the licences and our finances are

even better now, so I am somewhat confused as to why the decision was made.” Up to 10 staff at the Kangaroo Flat mine stand to lose their jobs following the regulator’s action. The company has now been forced to cease work at its Kangaroo Flat site, but maintains its plan to establish a 60 megawatt solar farm on its land at Woodvale would not be impacted by the impasse. “We will rehabilitate the site… we will have joint venture partners helping to fund the project and it is our plan as the land owners that we will have a solar farm at Woodvale.” He said the company had spent at least $25M in the central Victoria region in the past 12 years, and that the halt to mining was a blow to the local economy. The company has almost 700 shareholders, and most of them are from the Bendigo region. GBM Gold believes there is still up to $12 billion of gold beneath the ground surrounding Bendigo, and Mr Harrison said the decision to ‘wipe the licences’ from this land was a disaster for the Bendigo economy. “It lifts the risk profile for anyone coming into Victoria and puts a great deal of uncertainty

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SLEEP SAFE WITH MORE ALARMS NEW research from the state’s fire and rescue services has found that four out of five Victorians aren’t sleeping safely, with only 16 per cent of people going to sleep under the protection of a smoke alarm in their bedroom. The Country Fire Authority are calling for residents to install interconnected smoke alarms in every bedroom as well as in hallways and living areas in a major change to previous home fire safety advice. The new recommendation comes after data collected over the past decade revealed that most residential fire fatalities and injuries are from blazes which start in sleeping areas. For the latest information on smoke alarms visit www.mfb.vic.gov.au or www.cfa. vic.gov.au

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OPTIONS: GBM Gold CEO John Harrison. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN on what they are doing.” Earth Resources Regulation executive director Anthony Hurst said he believed GBM Gold was not capable of financing its mining activities and the necessary rehabilitation works at Kangaroo Flat and Woodvale. “It’s the sum of the parts you’ve got to be able to finance

and if you can’t finance those then you can’t hold the license under Victorian law.” Mr Hurst said GBM Gold and its subsidiary, Kralcopic Pty Ltd, were obliged to rehabilitate the Woodvale and Kangaroo Flat sites, and that Earth Resources Regulation will continue to closely monitor this work.

Meeting conduct law open for comment A NEW draft local law that governs the conduct of meetings of Greater Bendigo City Council and special committees is now on public exhibition. It is a requirement of the Local Government Act 1989 that Victorian Councils maintain a local law governing the conduct of the meetings of the council and special committees. The current local law, which also governs proceedings for the

election of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor and use of the common seal, expires on December 31 and cannot be extended. Creating a new law is a routine process. Director Corporate Performance Andrew Cooney said council was required to have a new local law in place once the existing law expired at the end of the year. “Also a new Local Govern-

ment Act is being prepared by the Victorian Government and will be introduced into Parliament later this year,” Mr Cooney said. “The council has been advised that this new bill require councils to adopt new governance rules, to take into effect in late 2020. “That means that any new local adopted by Council will only be in effect to cover the in-

terim period, that is the period between the existing law expiring on December 31 and the introduction of the new law. “The Draft Local Law is now open for public comment. The closing date for submissions is 5pm on September 27. A copy of the new draft local law, a fact sheet and the existing local Law can be found at: www. bendigo.vic.gov.au/municipalgovernment

HEATHCOTE’S new dog park will be developed on council owned land off Depot Road. $85,000 was allocated to the project in the 2019/20 council budget, with three sites initially proposed to accommodate the park. Depot Road was chosen ahead of Herriot Street and Pink Cliffs Road, with the strengths and limitations of all three sites presented to the community for consideration. “The city sent out 2000 information bulletins to Heathcote households, held two listening posts and displayed information boards at each site and in the city’s Heathcote office,” Mayor Margaret O’Rourke said. Depot Road was voted as the preferred site after more than 200 responses were received by council. “Council has listened to the people and will now prepare detailed plans and costings for the site works. When this is complete, we will advertise for contractors to undertake the construction of the park,” Councillor O’Rourke said.

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Open day for tech

BENDIGO is now home to a purpose-built, state-of-theart facility for teaching the next generation of engineering and technology experts. The four-storey steel and glass structure – with hightech teaching spaces and experimental laboratories – is part of La Trobe University’s $50 million Bendigo campus redevelopment project. The third level is home to the state government funded Bendigo Tech School, which opened last year, inspiring young people to study STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths) through school and beyond. Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan MP, officially opened the Engineering and Technology building on Friday. In attendance were chancellor of La Trobe University, John Brumby AO, vice-chancellor, Professor John Dewar, as well as members of the La Trobe and Bendigo communities. Professor Dewar said the facility is designed to help students develop best-practice knowledge and skills and, ultimately, forge careers at the cutting edge of industry. “We know that many jobs of the future are in engineering, advanced manufacturing and information technology,” Professor Dewar said. “This building will offer high-tech learning spaces, and access to specialised equipment, to help students develop the critical skills they need to succeed in these fields.

ADVANCED: Jacinta Allan and John Brumby look at the future of technology. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN “As a hub for our industry partners, it will also give students exposure to cuttingedge industry practice, and networking opportunities that will be vital in securing future work.” La Trobe’s Head of Engineering, Associate Professor Hossam Aboel Naga, said the building will also be used to push the boundaries of research excellence. “The high-tech laboratories are equipped for experiments in manufacturing and industrial engineering, advanced materials, civil engineering and robotics,” Associate Professor Naga said.

“For example, researchers will explore, analyse and process advanced and composite materials and, ultimately, create new ‘materials of the future’ with extreme properties, to improve the way we live.” A stand-out feature of the purpose-built facility is a strong wall and floor space, that allows civil engineering students to conduct multiaxis structure testing for simulating real-world loading scenarios. La Trobe students studying industrial engineering, civil engineering, information technology and com-

puter science will be based in the building. La Trobe’s Bachelor of Industrial Engineering equips students with the skills to embrace advanced automation, artificial intelligence, digitalisation and data analytics, across fields including aerospace, electronics, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and agriculture. Members of the public are encouraged to tour the new Engineering and Technology building at the La Trobe Bendigo Campus Open Day, on Sunday, August 25, from 10am to 3pm.

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Now is the time to detox COUNCIL is hosting a free Detox Your Home service this weekend. The event is on Saturday from 9am to 3pm at the Eaglehawk Recovery Yard at the front of Eaglehawk Landfill, Upper California Gully Road. The aim is to provide residents with an opportunity to safely dispose of common household chemicals without harming their health or the environment. City of Greater Bendigo council’s Brooke Pearce said Detox Your Home is the safest way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals that may be stored around homes. “Household chemicals can be dangerous and Detox Your Home is a great opportunity to get rid of potentially dangerous and unwanted chemical products in a safe and environmentally friendly way,” Ms Pearce said. “Residents should always avoid putting chemicals out with their regular rubbish collection where they could explode, ignite, leak or mix with other chemicals. They should also not pour them down the drain where they could pollute waterways and harm animals and vegetation. “The good news is you can reduce the risk of poi-

son, environmental pollution and bushfire hazards, as well as improve recycling rates, by dropping off your unwanted chemicals.” Residents may drop off the following items – acids, alkalis, aerosol cans, anti-freeze, brake fluid, car body filler, car wax, ammonia-based cleaning products, cooking oil, coolant, detergents, disinfectants, drain cleaner, fertiliser, fire extinguishers, floor-care products, waxes, fuels such as petrol, diesel, kerosene and others, glues (water-based and solvents). Also included are herbicides/weed killers, insect spray/pesticides, nail polish/remover, oven cleaner, paint stripper, thinner/ turps, pool chemicals, rat poison, solvents, transmission fluid, and wood preservatives and finishes (oils/varnish). The collected material will be treated and recycled or disposed of safely by a specialist team. Less toxic items such as paint, household batteries, fluorescent light bulbs and tubes, and gas bottles can be disposed of all year round at the permanent drop-off site at the Eaglehawk Recycle Shop Recovery Yard located on Upper California Gully Road, Eaglehawk.

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POWER TO THE PEOPLE: Tom Connellan with head of La Trobe University, Bendigo Robert Stephenson. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Uni’s bright idea A $75 million initiative combining 20 separate projects will ensure La Trobe will have Net Zero emissions by 2029. The Bendigo campus is already playing its part, with 1400 solar panels installed and now supplying up to half of the campus’ daytime power usage when running at the peak of solar efficiency. That’s the equivalent of more than 90 home solar systems.

The campus also harvests two million litres of rainwater per year, used to flush toilets and irrigate gardens and grounds. As part of the new project officially launched by Professor Dewar and university chancellor John Brumby, the campus will have 9000 high-efficiency low cost LED lights installed across the campus in coming months. It will also have a largescale composter, which can

turn the equivalent of 100 kilogrammes of organic waste into 20kg of nutrient rich, eco-friendly fertiliser every day. Vice-Chancellor Professor John Dewar said the university was committed to making real change for long-term benefit. “La Trobe recognises the social, environment and economic importance of reducing our carbon footprint,” he said. “That’s why we have set

an ambitious target to become the first university in Victoria to meet this important goal. “Not only is reducing our carbon emissions the right thing to do, it also makes good economic and environmental sense. Rather than simply buy carbon credits, we’ve got a clear plan for action and we are making genuine, local changes to become more efficient and make a deliberate switch to renewables.”

A collection of collectors THE Golden City Collectors Association’s Annual Arms and Collectable Show gets under way at the Bendigo Major League Multisports Complex in Kangaroo Flat this weekend. Following on from the association’s $1500 donation to the Bendigo RSL’s Militaria Museum appeal, organisers are hoping for a good turnout that will help preserve Australia’s military history for future generations. This weekend’s show will feature more than 200 trade and display tables, that are sure to

generate plenty of interest among local collectors, hunters and fishermen. Local and interstate collectors and traders will be present, as will Kangaroo Flat’s Stewart Richie, with his display of handmade aeroplane spinners (fishing lures), that he has been crafting for more than 50 years, since been taught the secrets of successful spinner manufacturing by his grandfather. Also present will be local collector Leighton Rawlings with a collection of military hats and

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Opening young minds IN a bid to open up student minds to the possibilities of mathematics and science, schools from around Bendigo and beyond took part in a range of activities yesterday looking at mathematics The event was hosted by Girton Grammar School and delivered by the Melbourne University Faculty of Science, as part of the University of Melbourne 2019 Science Festival. Girton headmaster Matthew Maruff, said any opportunity to immerse young people in experiences that allow them to understand concepts beyond numbers alone was hugely beneficial to their learning. “The workshops and presentations that the University of Melbourne provided to school students were interactive and fun,” he said. “The question of how mathematicians think and solve problems were explored in the hope

of discovering what makes mathematicians love mathematics. “Students sometimes make assumptions about their mathematical ability without realising that with practice, hard work and belief in themselves, they can master numbers.” The Melbourne University Faculty of Science is partnering with National Science Week and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Mathematical and Statistical Frontiers to deliver the interactive learning experience. The all-day event featured a MathsCraft workshop, a presentation by Professor Arun Ram titled Maybe I Could Be a Mathematician, and an interactive Q and A with a panel of MathsCraft mathematicians. Around 90 Girton students undertaking extension mathematics classes attended, and students from schools in Bendigo were invited to participate.

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Mint in the money THE Mobile Mint Team held a pop-up shop in Bendigo on Monday. Visitors were able to strike an ‘Australia’ counterstamp on their own 2019 $1 coin, swap coins or cash for freshly minted

special circulating coins and browse new products from the Mint. The Royal Australian Mint recognises the significance of the lasting impact that the bushranging era has had on

Australia, including its role in shaping Australian art, literature, music, culture, and the myth of the Australian “Larrikin”, so themed the roadshow as The Bold, the Bad and the Ugly.

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WOULD you like to help newly-arrived refugees and migrants learn English? Volunteers are sought in Bendigo for the Australian Migrant English Program Volunteer Tutor Scheme. As a volunteer you will help refugees and migrants learn English and become part of the Bendigo community. It’s also an opportunity to meet new people and learn about other

languages and cultures. All volunteers must complete a free two-day training course before being matched with a student. The next training course will be held in October. When matched with a student, tutors will meet at the student’s home or another venue, such as the library, for an hour a week. They will also receive ongoing access to

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Being ready for future floods THE North Central Catchment Management Authority is working with Bendigo and seven other local councils to understand flood risk for 21 small towns across the region. The Regional Floodplain Management Strategy 2018-2028 identified the towns as either never having a flood study before, having no flood-related planning controls or flood intelligence, or having planning overlays that did not reflect the actual topography. “Planning advice in these towns is based on little, if any, available anecdotal evidence. This means that new development may exacerbate the impacts of flooding,” North Central CMA’s James Shaddick said. “This means there is a limited ability to ensure future development occurs in accordance with the flood risk. On top of that, the lack of flood intelligence can hinder the response of communities and emergency services to floods in these towns. “There is uncertainty as to the potential risk to each community and the level of response that may be required.” Given the differences in topography and future planning for these towns, the North Central CMA has decided to apply a rapid assessment methodology to each one to see where further detailed assessments may be needed based on identified flood risk. “This is a proactive response from the CMA and is an innovative way to tackle so many different towns at once,” Mr Shaddick said. “The information we get will help councils work out whether further detailed flood studies are needed and where the greatest risks are. “It will also help councils with planning and land-use decisions, and give them updated modern maps, which will help emergency services focus their resources and enable the community to prepare appropriately, reducing the demand on government assistance.”

ENDING the stigma around drug-related deaths and more community education will be the focus of a free International Overdose Awareness Day event in Bendigo on August 30. Bendigo Community Health Services and The Salvation Army will host the event in the Bendigo Library Gardens from 11am to 2pm with support from the Australian Community Support Organisation, Bendigo and District Aboriginal Co-operative and Thorne Harbour Health. The event will provide the community with a chance to talk to qualified alcohol and other drugs staff about the risk of overdose, how to respond, life-saving medication nalox-

THE Bendigo Invention + Innovation Festival is back. Now in its second year, the festival is a week-long series of events that promote innovative ways of thinking and doing business, while driving a conversation around the future of regional Australia. Be.Bendigo CEO Dennis Bice said the festival is important in promoting Bendigo’s reputation as an innovative place where ideas are nurtured. “We see the festival as a key initiative in fulfilling our purpose of supporting Greater Bendigo businesses to be prosperous, sustainable and innovative” he said. The festival grew out of the Bendigo Inventor Awards, which are now a key event within the festival, along with

Ms Dunlop said there was still much work needed in the community to reduce the stigma surrounding drug-related deaths. “Loved ones, families, friends and communities are deeply affected by any overdose death and are then forced to manage their grief with the added burden of the stigma associated with drug use. This can affect their ability to mourn publicly without feeling guilt or shame. This is something we must change,” Ms Dunlop said. For more information on the Overdose Awareness Day event in Bendigo email bchscomms@bchs.com.au or 5406 1200.

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Could you be a Wicked Monkey? BENDIGO Theatre Company is preparing for their biggest show yet: Wicked, and they are looking for performers. There are 10 shows lined up throughout October and November 2019 at the Ulumbarra Theatre. The cast of more than 30 of the region’s top singers, dancers and actors are half way through their rehearsal schedule, and the team is now ready to add to the cast with

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A free service I FEEL perhaps the recorded use of buses may not be a true reflection of the actual use. I do use the bus and pay my fare. I noticed the following one day when sitting on the seat at the touch on pad. When I got on one person was on the bus. The bus ended up being so crowded it was full with even standing room packed, but only one person after me touched on, so at most an extremely full bus would reflect at most three people on it. My experience has continued to be that on every trip I have been on several people don’t pay and use the bus as a free service. Perhaps it may be worth pursuing paid/unpaid use and how to work towards a fairer cost sharing. Angela McDonell, Bendigo

Drivers shun service THE number 70 Strathfieldsaye to Bendigo bus route is very well used by high school and university students with inward and outward journeys full to capacity and standing room only at times on inward journeys that terminate in Flora Hill. We live more than 4.8 kilometres away from BSE and were reimbursed the full cost of our daughter’s myki card because she is not eligible for the country School Bus Program. It’s a very reliable, enjoyable service for students. However, as an adult I would not use the bus service − the reasons are many: driving my car is faster and more convenient; I can travel on my own schedule and in my own space; I do not have to wait in the heat or the cold; I do not have to wind uncomfortably through suburban streets; and I rarely have to walk far to get to my destination, even if I have to pay a few coins for the privilege. This is Bendigo, and until the personal benefits of bus travel outweigh the perceived negatives, adult drivers will continue to shun the bus service. Caz Crooks, Strathfieldsaye

Unreliable service I JUST want to add my two cents re the bus network in Bendigo – I can tell you why no one is using it – it is far from reliable. Last time I tried to use it I waited over half an hour for the south-

bound service on the highway, even though I was there about five minutes prior to the scheduled time. I rang the number on the timetable sign and asked whether the buses were running and was told it was delayed at Bendigo station waiting for a train to arrive. Now I also know the trains don’t always run on time but rarely are they more than half an hour late. I gave up and headed home, as I crossed the highway a bus was heading northbound so I jumped on that into the CBD instead of Kangaroo Flat, but I tell you what, I was far from impressed and will never use the service again. Name and address supplied.

Too hard basket THE article in the Bendigo Weekly, (August 16) on bus patronage in Bendigo does not paint the true facts on the numbers who use our great bus service. I have written before on this subject on the huge number of fare evaders on our bus system. Passengers that do not swipe a myki pass do not show up on the number of passengers on the bus so the Department of Transport would not have any idea how many passengers are on the bus at any given time. They only know how many passengers have swiped their myki pass. The fare evaders know they can ride the bus service for free as they cannot be refused entry on the bus. I give full credit to our bus drivers as all they can do is remind passengers to swipe their myki pass if they do not swipe on entering the bus. I have written to current and previous transport ministers on this subject as well as Department of Transport and nothing happens, as I believe the subject of fare evasion is in the “too hard basket”. Ian Bates, Bendigo

Faulty data YOUR recent article “No Go Zone” points out that patronage of the local bus network is very low. This is a shame as traffic congestion and car parking would be considerably improved if more people used the service. It is obvious that the bus network suffers from significant levels of fare evasion. As an irregular user of the bus service I have observed that “touching on” is regarded by many users

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DO you have a great shot? If you’d like us to print your picture here, email a good quality .jpeg with your details to photo@bendigopublishing.com as optional. If the bus patronage figures are based on myki use then the travel data would be understated by 30– 50 per cent. Transport officials would be unaware that their data is faulty as they probably do not use the bus service. It would be a shame if bus services were reduced as a result of erroneous trip data. Furthermore, the loss of fare (government) revenue would be significant. Perhaps it is time that roving ticket inspectors occasionally travelled on the buses to ensure that fares are being paid, either that or make it free for everyone. Des Egan, Bendigo

Wrong numbers I DISPUTE the numbers using our local buses as reported in the Weekly August 16. I have seen many passengers who never touch on or off and this must be the only way the stats are obtained. The drivers just watch but are unable to say anything, the system is a complete joke. Ken Morrison, Kangaroo Flat

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Tram solutions I NOTE your story and editorial in the Bendigo Weekly, August 16, relating to using the Bendigo buses. The story seemed reminiscent of stories in the 1960s and 70s leading up to the proposed closure of Bendigo Tramways that did occur in 1972. Bendigo Tramways continues to provide a vital link for visitors to the city and supporting the vital visitor economy of Bendigo. Locals can still use the tramways as a transport service. We have seen that Bendigo locals are willing to use the tramways for special events such as White Night and the Easter festival. Numbers were up 95 per cent. Our city is growing and changing, but some things still stay the same. The nearly $400 million in building projects announced around the GovHub, Law Courts, TAFE precinct will create opportunities and challenges both through construction periods and when fully occupied by tenants. At a recent major projects briefing it was noted that construction of these major projects will all fall around the same period. Park and Ride needs to be looked at for construction workers through this period and I can see a “Tradie Tram” being an option to service

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these various projects allowing for parking outside the CBD near the Joss House or Lake Wendouree, and travel by tram. I also noted at the major projects briefing that building companies will have a form of “social benefit” targets assessed in their bids. Bendigo Tramways is suggesting that bidders for these projects look to coordinate the sponsorship of a “Tradie Tram” to ease congestion through the construction period – Bendigo Tramways, being not for profit, would also favour bidders “social benefit” response to the tenders. We are also proposing an additional tram stop near the corner of Mundy Street and Pall Mall to service this growing area of the CBD. This stop would form the perfect location to also service the CBD growing workforce. Cities around the world that had trams (but took them out) are spending billions putting them back in. Bendigo has the benefit of a few “rebels” saving the remnants of Bendigo Tramways. People of Bendigo still have the opportunity to use trams as part the joy of living in Bendigo. Peter Abbott, CEO, Bendigo Heritage Attractions

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THE Weekly’s coverage of the perceived under-utilisation of the Bendigo Transit Network has struck a chord with readers like no other story of the past few years. Revelations more than twothirds of our buses run at less than 25 per cent of their capacity according to data obtained from the Department of Transport have been rebuked by patrons of the bus service, most of whom believe fare evasion is to blame. Many bus users say most of their fellow passengers simply don’t use their myki card when they board the bus, and that buses are in fact far busier, and much better utilised than the numbers would have the rest of us believe. That commonly held belief needs to be followed up and actions taken to address any perception that our buses are there for a free ride. We are fortunate to have the service that we do. And we ought to be prepared to pay for the service we have been afforded.

Editorial Comment The fact that taxpayers have spent more than $105 million on three bus contracts for the provision of a public bus service to the Bendigo community through until 2021 is something we should be grateful for. As much as we all love a freebie, this isn’t one. When a publicly funded service is ripped off to any extent, we all pay. It’s irresponsible that so much money is allocated to such an important service as the Bendigo Transit Network, if there’s no accountability for the success or otherwise of the service’s patronage. It’s wrong that it’s no one’s job to promote the service we have, meaning it is even more likely to suffer from under-use and poor patronage if there’s no one charged with actually getting the rest of us on board.

Not enough of us know enough, or have bothered to find out what the bus costs, how often does the bus run or how long it takes to get us to where we need to be. And sadly, many of us need this information to be more readily available if we are to act. There’s no doubt more needs to be done to support and promote our city’s bus services, both for their affordability and for the role they have to play in helping mitigate congestion, population growth and the lack of car parking in the CBD. The Bus Association Victoria says local government is the missing link in this quagmire, and we agree. In Bendigo’s instance, the City of Greater Bendigo ought to be given greater support to help champion public transport. Many of its strategies, planning matters and its hopes for the future rely upon how we better integrate transport infrastructure. Council has a vested interest in a better public transport system, as indeed we all do.

letters No ticket, no ride FRIDAY, August 16 Bendigo Weekly “No go zone, bus network fails to pull in passengers,” is quite amazing. Back on January 22, 2019 I submitted a letter to this column over the very same issue along with other contributors over the patronage of the urban bus system. It was highlighted the reasons why the numbers are down is the large volume of fare evaders, the local members and then Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan, the various departments were contacted and nothing has been done seven months later. Statements were made that they were training up people to travel the bus network as inspectors to monitor this problem, but I haven’t witnessed any change. I have travelled on the buses and witnessed travellers making out that they are swiping on, and all they are doing is tapping the screen with their fingers, it doesn’t beep because nothing is activated. These non-activated at-

tempts can register the number that are rorting the system on a daily basis. If this has been done, then wouldn’t these figures have to go to somewhere in authority to be checked so they would realise these discrepancies that are occurring on our buses? How long does it take to train someone to be able to detect patrons who are rorting the system? It doesn’t matter how much money you put into any system, unless proper procedures are put into place and carried out and adhered to properly then this is exactly the outcome you’re going to get. Ivan Kitt, Bendigo

Playspace review LAST week’s front page reported a decision to close a playspace in Strathfieldsaye had been overturned by council. The City of Greater Bendigo recently wrote to local residents to advise that it intended to close and remove the playspace in Sunset Drive as it had reached the end of its asset lifespan.

The decision to close the playspace was in line with council’s adopted Public Space Plan, which was completed following significant community consultation and recommends reducing the number of playspaces where there is an oversupply. Unfortunately, there was a breakdown in the process of informing residents of this decision. The letter sent to residents should have notified them of an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed closure of the playspace and reference the Public Space Plan. It also did not explain what would happen to the land should the playspace be removed. However, it did mention the recent improvements to the nearby playspace in Brentwood Place, known as Battunga Park, and the proximity of residents to the Strathfieldsaye Recreation Reserve. They are located 340m and 850m respectively from Sunset Drive. Council’s focus is on ensuring a fair distribution of playspaces and removing playspaces that are near

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GROWING up, Bendigo resident Nokomi Achkar became used to explaining her identity to people she met. “When I said my name, people would respond, ‘What?’ and then follow it up with ‘What are you?’ They meant to ask what is my cultural background, so when I replied that my family is Lebanese and Greek, they’d laugh about kebabs and hijabs,” she said. The narrow view of her culture became tiring. “I’m so used to having people make assumptions about my family and culture, and assume that all Arabs are oppressed by angry, male family members. “Or having to justify myself to people who tell me – almost accusingly – that I don’t ‘look’ like an Arab, as if all Arabs fit a mould and have the same experience.” As one of the authors who contributed to the recently published Arab, Australian, Other: Stories on Race and Identity, Ms Achkar hopes to challenge some of the preconceived ideas about Arab Australians. “I am the first generation of my family born in this country,” Ms Achkar said. “There are many things I am proud of and grateful for about Australia, but equally I am extremely proud of my Lebanese heritage and culture. “My ancestors are fierce and clever and loyal and courageous and I want to share my gratitude and adoration of them with the broader community.” In addition to writing about race and identity, Ms Achkar works at Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Services, as their community engagement coordinator. Her work centres around promoting social cohesion and facilitating cultural competency training. “With our Bendigo population becoming increasingly diverse, it’s vital we

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Haunted by the past BEYOND THE SHADOW OF NIGHT Ray Kingfisher Amazon Publishing $27.99 BORN within days of each other in 1923, Mykhail Petrenko and Asher Kogan grow up as the best of mates, brothers by choice if not by blood. Living in adjacent farmhouses near Dyovsta, Ukraine, their families labour together under the constant scrutiny of the Soviet authorities, producing crops to keep Russia’s masses fed. Despite occasional famine and a lack of modern equipment it’s an idyllic childhood for two boys who like nothing more than spending afternoons sitting on a riverbank fishing for dinner. As the 1930s wear on and antagonism towards Jews festers, however, Asher’s parents decide to sell their land and join relatives living in Poland. There, in Warsaw – a sophisticated, cosmopolitan metropolis with motorcars, apartments, factories and cafés – Asher discovers a lifestyle unimaginable to rural Ukrainians like Mikhail. With his father and older sisters earning wages, there’s money for clothing, toys and groceries, sometimes even cakes. Suddenly, though, several

years’ worth of rumours become fact as Nazi forces swarm across the country’s western border and quickly overrun the ill-equipped Polish defence. Seeing aeroplanes for the first time, Asher finds himself directly in the path of repeated aerial bombing. Mercifully, it’s short-lived. The initial attack over, the Kogans are allowed to settle back into their regular routine. Perhaps the Germans won’t prove to be nearly the ogres the Poles have feared. Little do they know that within a matter of months every Jewish resident of Warsaw will be herded into a newly-walled ghetto in the centre of the city and Mykhail will be conscripted into the Red Army. Fast-forward more than half a century and in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, one half of the inseparable childhood friendship had been shot dead, one elderly man murdered at his own kitchen table by the other. What could possibly have transpired in the intervening decades to have prompted this? – Rosalea Ryan

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By HELEN CRONIN ONE rainy night I nearly ran over a cyclist. I only realised when he thumped my car and shouted abuse at me. Being a rider myself, I’m pretty vigilant about looking out for other riders. But this fellow wasn’t making it easy: he had no lights and was dressed all in black. We were lucky that night with nothing more than a fright on both sides. It could have been much worse. At night, cyclists are legally required to have a white front and red back light visible for 200 metres. Nothing else is legally required to make yourself visible. But making it easy for drivers to see you can help prevent frights, or worse, injuries or fatalities. Because they move up and down, reflective bands or flashing lights on your ankles alert drivers to your presence even more than static lights fixed to your bike. Your clothes can be reflective too. Vests and coats that light up when car headlights hit them are readily available these days. Even if your budget

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LOUD AND PROUD: Make yourself visible for a safe ride home. doesn’t stretch to technical fabrics like that, brightly coloured clothes are effective in the daylight as well as the darkness – even if they’re not cool. Often it’s easier to make yourself seen in the dark than some daylight conditions. At the turn of the seasons when the sun is low in the sky earlier in the day and later in the evening, visibility can be a real problem. No matter how brightly

dressed you are, or how many flashing lights you carry, with the sun in their eyes, drivers simply can’t see you. And you mightn’t be able to see them either. Many years ago, I learned from an experienced cyclist to go out at this time of year thinking: who can’t see me? That thought has made me choose different routes to and from work when I’m commuting on my bike.

It’s made me stop and really make sure I’ve been seen at intersections. It’s also made me more vigilant as a driver. With the sun in your eyes, you’re driving blind. Pedestrians, motorbikes, even other cars are just as hard to see as a bike rider. Getting out on the roads in those conditions demands another level of vigilance from everyone using them. At any time of year though, your behaviour can also make a difference. Be predictable is one of the golden rules of cycling. Dodging in and out of parked cars might feel safer, but has you popping unexpectedly into a driver’s line of sight. Holding a straight line is actually much safer. Akin to “who can’t see me?” is the question “can they see me?” As a driver, you know there are blindspots in your car. As a cyclist, make sure you don’t sit in them. Road safety depends so much on your vigilance as a driver and your visibility as a cyclist. I for one don’t want to be running over anyone next time I’m out driving on a rainy night.

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Personalised gifts for dad

ON’T forget City Copy Works and Ad Infinitem Promotions for that lastminute personalised Father’s Day gift. Orders for photos printed on items such as mugs, stubby holders, t-shirts, and coasters can by accepted until 11am the day before Father’s Day on September 1. You can even add your own special message. They can also enlarge and laminate that memorable photo, making it ideal to display at work or home. Or what about an embroidered cap, trucker hat, barbecue apron or personalised sports towel? Orders for embroidery taken up until 5pm Wednesday August 28. Think of City Copy Works and Ad Infinitem Promotions for any anniversaries or events, including birthdays, engagements, weddings, Mother’s and Father’s Day and even Christmas Day,

for a unique one-off gift, through to bulk merchandise for corporate events, conferences and business promotions including end-of-season sporting trips. Ad Infinitem Promotions and City Copy Works are your one-stop marketing and print shop in Queen Street. Services include A1 size printing, large format scanning, photo copying, photo enlargements, calendars, laminating and business cards, as well as branded promotional products such as: fridge magnets, pens, drink bottles, stubby holders, mugs and glasses, USB sticks and more. They can also supply embroidered or screen printed clothing and head-wear in large quantities. Ad Infinitem Promotions and City Copy Works at 10 Queen Street, Bendigo. Phone 5441 4766.

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Southern Cross Blinds & Awnings PTYLTD Free measure and quote

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Blind and curtain cleaning and repairs

ENFIELD Blind and Curtain Cleaning’s Rod and Sam Hamilton can make all window furnishings sparkle, removing dust, mould soot and ash from your curtains and blinds. They can also clean heaters and air conditioner air-filters along with and ceiling and bathroom fans – helping eliminate fire hazards. Denfield Blind and Curtain Cleaning are professional cleaners and repairers of all curtains and blinds, including Luxaflex, Luminettes, Silhouhettes, Duettes and more. “There is no colour fade, bleaching or shrinkage and your older curtains or blinds won’t perish as with some other cleaning treatments,” Rod said. Needing your blinds and curtains repaired or re-corded? They’re qualified to do that too. With a love of history and old buildings, Sam and Rod love to restore heritage blinds.

“Heritage work is very specialised with many rules and regulations set by Heritage Victoria,” Sam said. “We can do as much or as little as far as restoration goes, some customers prefer a full restoration, where we sand old paint, fill cracks and match paint, while some are happy with new cords and ladder tape.” Sam and Rod have just returned from a triennial Blind and Curtain Super Expo on the Gold Coast, establishing further contacts for sourcing often difficult-to-find parts and accessories “Being a throw away society and with cheap blinds coming in from China or companies not based in Bendigo, parts are becoming more difficult to source,” Sam said. Phone Denfield Blind and Curtain Cleaning’s Rod Hamilton on 0439 132 021 for all your blind and curtain cleaning and restoration needs. Or follow them on Facebook to find out more.

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Polymaster tanks, troughs and more

HERE is still time to come in from the cold to take advantage of a catalogue full of specials thanks to Chevington Tools and Polymaster, who together have all your needs around the property covered, with a range of virtually indestructible tanks, troughs and feeders. And as a special winter incentive available until the end of August, you’ll receive a complimentary 1400W Karcher pressure washer when you buy either a 13,600 or 9000 litre corrugated water tank. Available in 22 Colorbond colours with a 20 year warranty, thanks to the doublestrength UV+ resin construction and extra thick walls to provide the ultimate protection against Australia’s harsh climate. Or choose the larger 31,700 or 22,500ltr tank, for a saving of up to $200 or select the 5000ltr Premium slim tank featuring a

10 year warranty, at just $1690 – a saving of more than $300. Tanks come complete with mosquito proof leaf screen, 90mm overflow fitting and brass outlet and ball valve. And don’t forget Chevington Tools extensive range of feeders, troughs and accessories to keep your stock or pets, fed and watered, or their range of diesel storage tanks including the new and convenient Diesel Cube, which fits most ute trays and complies with all state and federal regulations. To find out more about all these great specials along with Polymaster’s latest catalogue full of quality Polymaster tanks, troughs and feeders, call out and see Chevington Tools at 995 Calder Alternate Highway, Lockwood, phone 5435 3902. www.polytanksbendigo.com.au

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was born at St John of God August 15, 2019 3144 grams Daughter of Chathu Gamage and Gayan Roshantha of Kennington. Sister for Jayden.

KRIYAN VANAM

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SAVANNAH FOLVIG

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Ryan and Jack Folvig

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of Heathcote.

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was born at St John of God August 15, 2019 3654 grams Son of Jessica O’Donohue and Heath Saunders of Boort. Brother for Riley.

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Mildren of Strathdale.

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was born at

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August 18, 2019

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St John of God August 15, 2019 2750 grams Son of Sravya Aleti and Kaushik Vanam

3232 grams Son of Clare and

2119 grams

4639 grams

Daughter of Teagan

Son of Tara Ridsdale

Derrick and Tyler

Calvin Tyquin

Martin of Raywood.

and Daniel Baxter

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was born at

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PUBLIC NOTICES Grocery distribution: Bendigo Baptist Community Care: thought Life Essentials, 214 Hargreaves St, for Bendigo. Tues and Thurs. 5441 4747. Bendigo Family & Financial Services Inc: Myers Street, Bendigo. Ph: 5441 5277. Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri, 9amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;5pm. Community Foodshare Axedale: Axedale Hall, Axedale. Ph: 0438 997 649. Fridays from 1pm. Community Houses: Long Gully Neighbourhood Cntr: Humboldt Dve. 5442 1165. Wed am (bread only). Food Support 3556, Eaglehawk Community House, 19 Bright St. Ph: 5446 8322. Mon - Fri, 9am-2.30pm. Foodcare 3556: Eaglehawk Uniting Church, cnr Peg Leg Rd/Kirkwood Rd, Tues and Wed 1.30pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4pm. Ph 0403 698 715. Giving and Living Op Shops: Shed 3, 75 Beischer Street, East Bendigo, Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Ph 5444 2882 Heathcote Foodshare Hub: 76 High Street, Heathcote. Ph: 0429 488 678. Mon-Fri 9am-2pm. Sat 9am-1pm. Sun by appointment. St Vincent de Paul (phone for appointment): 16 Hopetoun St, Bendigo. 5443 5688. Mon/Tues/Thurs and Fri, 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1.30pm. Kangaroo Flatâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;117 High St. 5447 9800. Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri, 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1pm. 82 High St, Eaglehawk. Ph: 5446 2548. Tues and Thurs 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1pm, Friday 1pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4pm Uniting Bendigo Emergency Relief Centres: Bendigo: 25 Forest St. 5443 4972. Mon/Tue/Thur/Fri 10am-12.15pm and 1.30pm-3.45pm. Kangaroo Flat: Cnr. Church and Camp sts. 5443 5458. Tues and Fri 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1pm. Victory Foodbank: 110 Garsed St. Bendigo. Ph: 5443 5998. Mon-Fri, 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12pm.

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HOCKEY SIDES TRIUMPH

GALLANT: The Miners fought hard.

Brave Miners bow out By NICHOLAS NAKOS

THE Bendigo Fighting Miners have lost their Rugby Victoria Championship semi-final to the Shepparton Bulls in heartbreaking fashion. The Miners went down 2824 in a thrilling match that saw them stage a comeback from 21-0 down. In dramatic scenes, Bendigo

scored a try in referee’s time to cut the margin to just four points. As five-eighth Steve Reynolds crossed the stripe to score, he was tackled late and high, resulting in a Shepparton red card. The referee awarded Bendigo a penalty on the halfway line, with the Miners given a chance of a last gasp

win. The Miners rumbled up inside the Bulls’ 22 metre line but spilled the ball over the line when they looked likely to score, cruelly ending their season. After struggling to field a full team earlier in the season, the Miners’ 2019 campaign was certainly a success. Their next outing will be in

the Goldfields 7s tournament at Epsom Huntly Reserve on October 19 and 20. Dave McDonald’s nine points on Saturday took his tally to 101 for the season, the second consecutive year he has eclipsed 100 points. Scorers: McDonald, Spedding, Worthington, S.Reynolds tries; McDonald 2 goals.

Sandhurst secures netball top spot SANDHURST scored an important win over Gisborne in round 17 of the Bendigo Football Netball League A-grade netball competition. The league’s two top sides battled it out on the QEO court, with Sandhurst out for revenge after Gisborne took the honours in the sides’ Gardiner Reserve clash. Sandhurst won a quality encounter 5543 to secure the minor premiership with just one round of the regular season remaining. In other games, Eaglehawk won its

match against Kyneton at Canterbury Park in another game where the result proved vital to the makeup of this year’s finals series. South Bendigo won 50-40 over Strathfieldsaye in its last hit out before the finals, and Kangaroo Flat persevered in a tight tussle with Maryborough at Princes Park. Kangaroo Flat won 59-46. With one round left before this year’s finals, Sandhurst sits top of the ladder,

ahead of Gisborne, then Kangaroo Flat, Eaglehawk, South Bendigo, Kyneton, Strathfieldsaye, Maryborough and Golden Square. Gisborne should win over Golden Square, Kangaroo Flat hosts Eaglehawk, Castlemaine plays South Bendigo in the lower grades at Camp Reserve, the Tigers face a tough challenge against top side Sandhurst, while Strathfieldsaye and Maryborough meet at Triple M Park in Tannery Lane.

NORTHWEST Country Lightning women’s team both sang loud and proud last weekend after setting themselves up in strong positions heading into the final round of Victoria League 1 and reserves hockey competitions. Both sides have locked in a top four spot, with each team pushing for second position on the table, depending on other results. The reserves ladies finished with a 3-0 win against Knox. Excellent team work in the forward line to link between a stagnant Knox defence led to plenty of early pressure on the Knox goal The Lightning were able to expose errors and early play on to pass to their attackers in favourable positions. The Victoria League 1 side welcomed back players from the Victoria Country team, who after a bronze medal finish in Shepparton last weekend. The team defending well during spirited third quarter from Knox to win 3-2. Goals were scored by Chelsie Hird, Tamara Paull and Kate Shallard. The Lightning capitalised on penalty corners, finding success in a goal or repeat corner on most occasions. The ladies now look to keep the momentum rolling in the last home and away game at Monash on Saturday.

DODGERS IN FINALS TILT THE division 1 baseball elimination final between Bendigo East and the Strathfieldsaye Dodgers was abandoned due to inclement weather last Sunday. This results in the Dodgers proceeding through to the best of three grand-final series due to their higher placing in the standings, with the series commencing on Sunday. The Dodgers, who haven’t won the title since 1997, are eager to prove themselves against grand final mainstays, the Falcons, who have appeared in 20 consecutive grand finals. A major key to success in the next three weeks will be an aggressive offence, both hitting and base running. Each finalist has proven themselves in terms of quality pitching and fielding, so this matchup will be a matter of who can overcome the defensive barrier first. In division 2, the Dodgers silenced the Falcons with an impressive 16-3 win and will return to play Bendigo East in the grand final series. Bendigo East, who aim to win their third consecutive division 2 title, have been the strongest team all season. All games during the next three weeks will be played at Albert Roy Reserve in Eaglehawk. Division 2 games are on Sunday at 11.30am, followed by division 1 at 2.30pm.

Chesters supports champs FEDERAL member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters joined 21 local recipients of the federal government’s Local Sporting Champions grants in a celebration at Bendigo Stadium last Tuesday. 21 young locals have been successful in receiving grants ranging from $500 to $700. “This round was particularly competitive, so I’d like to congratulate the successful applicants,” Ms Chesters said.

The grants provide financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged between 12 and 18 years to aid their participation in state, national or international championships. The grants can be used for travel, accommodation, uniforms or equipment when competing, coaching or officiating at an event. “Bendigo has a rich and varied sporting history and

it’s great to see so many different sports represented today including volleyball, soccer, cycling, basketball, orienteering, gymnastics and more,” Ms Chesters said. Grant applications are open throughout the year by visiting sportaus.gov.au or contacting Ms Chesters’ office. AMONGST THE WINNERS: Kian Blanchard, Holi Campbell and Imogen Hewitt.

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OPPORTUNITY: Spring heralds a new season.

Canoe club gears up THE Bendigo Canoe Club is gearing up for its spring launch that will feature events across the spring and summer months. The first event is a partnership between the Bendigo Canoe Club and Paddle Victoria. A Come and Try Day on Saturday, October 5 at Lake Weeroona is a chance to have a free paddle and learn more about the sport and is free. A Kayaking 4 Kids program is for children aged 10 to 15 years and will be delivered at the Lake

Weeroona clubhouse, starting later this year. The six week introductory program will equip participants with the skills to paddle touring kayaks and allow them to participate in club paddles and trips. A goal of the program is to participate in the Bendigo Community Cup Fun paddle on October 19. Registrations are now open for the program by emailing bcc@ live.com.au. The Academy of Sport’s 2019-

20 canoeing program is an elite weekly program with training, coaching and athlete education components. With camps in Nagambie and Jan Juc and a strength and conditioning program at La Trobe University, the Academy of Sport is for people who want to excel in the sport. The program costs $600 and takes place between October 2019 and May 2020. To find out more, visit the Bendigo Canoe Club’s Facebook page.

BENDIGO athlete Andy Buchanan will chase a hat-trick of Australian 10km cross country titles at this Saturday afternoon’s showdown in Kembla Grange. Buchanan is joined by Flack Advisory Bendigo Region’s rising stars Archie Reid and Logan Tickell in Victoria’s team to compete on the course near Wollongong. It was in Kembla Grange in 2017 when the Bendigo University Athletics Club star captured his first national title. A year later and Buchanan reigned supreme on a hilly course at Queensland’s Maleny Golf Club. “There’s a lot of narrow trails and it’s a fairly flat course at Kembla, although there is one short, but steep hill,” he said of the purpose-built course at Kembla Grange. In the 10km championship, athlete will run a lap of a 2km loop and then two laps of a 4km loop. He is rapt Tickell and Reid, clubmates at South Bendigo, will also race at the national championships. Tickell is in the ADP distance running squad coached by Buchanan at Bendigo South East Secondary College in Flora

IN THE RUNNING: Andy Buchanan. Hill and will race the under-14 3km. The 12-year-old will contest his first national XC championships and follows in the footsteps of his dad, Lucas. “Logan is really determined and has what it takes to go a long way,” coach said of athlete. A year 7 student at BSE, Logan put in a great run at the Victorian All Schools and in the XCR19 legs at Albert Park and Lake Wendouree. From Echuca, Reid will race in the under-20 8km contest.

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THE Bendigo Braves were named Club of the Year at the inaugural NBL1 awards last week. Bendigo Stadium Limited chief executive officer Nathan O’Neill said the NBL1 has never been stronger in the community. “We are proud of our overall success this year and thank our committed team, volunteers, partners, members, supporters and the Bendigo Basketball Association for their contribution,” Mr O’Neill said. The 2019 season was a success for the Braves, as the women’s team finished the regular season as minor premiers, losing just one game before losing in the preliminary final. It was a fairy tale run for the Braves men, who made the NBL1 Grand Final from eighth position after the home and away season. The Nunawading Spectres took out the first NBL1 Championship with a 99-90 win against the Braves on Saturday night in Melbourne. Bendigo led by 14 points at quarter time, but the Spectres pegged them back in the second quarter, thanks to 16 points from forward Dain Swetalla and 10/15 shooting from the three point arc by the team in the first half. The Braves battled bravely in the second half but fell short, with the dynamic trio of Ray Turner, Deonte Burton and Mathiang Muo all scoring 20+ points. First-year head coach David Hogan said many people wrote his team off heading into finals. “I don’t think anybody except ourselves and those within the organisation gave us a chance. We definitely proved a lot of doubters wrong,” Hogan said. Forward Ray Turner was named as part of the NBL1 All Star 5 and took out the leading points scorer award for the season. Braves stalwart Kelly Wilson took out the NBL1 women’s MVP award, adding another accolade to her illustrious career. “I’m obviously pretty excited to win an award like that,” Wilson said. Players from both teams will take some hard earned rest before some players embark on NBL and WNBL seasons, which begin in October.

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