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Wellington rollout begins this week:

The first vaccines

THE first frontline health care workers and residents in the Central Gippsland Health Aged Care Network will be vaccinated against COVID-19 from tomorrow.

The milestone marks the beginning of a huge drive coordinated by the Gippsland Region Public Health Unit to vaccinate the ‘Phase 1A’ priority group, deemed to have the greatest risk of exposure to COVID-19.

Health care workers from the regional COVID-19 vaccination team will travel from San Remo in the south to Orbost in the east to administer vaccines to aged care residents.

The vaccination program for residential aged care staff and other frontline health care workers, both clinical and non-clinical, will follow.

Gippsland Region Public Health Unit operations manager Annelies Titulaer said this week’s rollout in Wellington Shire, which includes aged care facilities in Maffra, Heyfield and Sale, is the culmination of months of logistical planning and recruitment to key roles.

“Sixteen experienced nurses, pharmacists and administration staff have been recruited to support a vaccination outreach program and will travel to towns across Gippsland,” she said.

“They have undergone training to ensure they are skilled in administering the vaccine.

“Advice and support from management teams of hospitals across the region, and indeed more broadly, [and] key agencies in local government areas have bolstered our approach to what is a huge logistical task,” Ms Titulaer said.

The Gippsland Region Public Health Unit has also enlisted infectious diseases physician, Dr Zaal Meher-Homji, as its medical lead during the rollout.

A date has not yet been set for the beginning of the wider community vaccination program.

Businesses adapting to single-use plastics changes

MANY local food businesses are a step ahead of the 2023 ban on single-use plastics, with some already turning to other products in response to growing consumer pressure for plastic alternatives.

Specific single-use plastics, such as straws, cutlery, plates, drink stirrers, plastic cotton bud sticks and polystyrene food and drink containers, will be banned in Victoria by 2023.

Single-use plastic items — like straws and plastic cups — made up about one third of Victoria’s litter.

For more about how local businesses are already gearing up for the ban, turn to page 5.

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New stricter environmental coal power station rules

A LICENCE review of the state’s three brown coal fire stations has resulted in tighter rules surrounding emissions, wastewater, landfills and dust control, but some environmental groups argue the new conditions don’t go far enough.

The new conditions followed the Environment Protection Authority’s licence review of Yallourn, Loy Yang A and Loy Yang B power stations, and aim to better protect the local environment and provide greater transparency about emissions.

The review focused on monitoring, reporting and pollutant emission limits to ensure compliance with the State Environment Protection Policy.

The authority received 493 submissions from the community during public consultation, and as a result, made changes to all three licences in relation to air emissions and wastewater.

Power stations must reduce their emissions, and be required to have greater transparency about what is being emitted. Stations will be required to continually share emissions data on their websites.

Yallourn and Loy Yang A must also have rehabilitation plans for ash landfills, and implement mine dust controls.

There are new limits for mercury and fine and coarse particles for each licence, and air discharge limits for most parameters have been reduced.

Yallourn must install a continuous emissions monitoring system to be able to monitor in real time oxides of nitrogen and sulphur dioxide, just as the other two power stations already do.

For consistency across the three licences, exemption hours for start-up and shutdowns for Loy Yang A and B have been aligned to a maximum of 88 hours per year, and now include the exceeding of mass emission rates.

EPA executive director of regulatory standards, assessments and permissioning, Tim Eaton, said the health of the local community and the environment was EPA’s first priority, and these additional requirements would ensure both remained protected.

“EPA’s review involved updating licence conditions, limits, and administrative details,” Mr Eaton said.

“EPA’s licence review program aims to ensure they are consistent with policy, are enforceable and meet community expectations.”

Sustainability campaigning group Environment Victoria contends the authority took 1200 days to review the licences, and then failed to take any

The Loy Yang and Yallourn power stations will be subject to new conditions as part of a licence review. action on the greenhouse gases they emit.

Conceding the review resulted in new limits on mercury pollution and modest tightening of limits for other pollutants such as sulphur dioxide, the group slammed the review for excluding limits on the carbon dioxide pollution that causes climate change.

Environment Victoria chief executive Jono La Nauze said the decision made a mockery of the government’s efforts during the past five years to strengthen climate laws.

“The three coal power stations in the Latrobe Valley are responsible for more than 40 per cent of Victoria’s greenhouse gas emissions,” Mr La Nauze said.

“The EPA is required by law to consider climate change when reviewing licences, but has decided not to place pollution limits on the biggest source.

“The EPA claims that by limiting other toxic pollutants, they are capping the amount of coal that can be burned at current levels, indirectly stopping greenhouse gases from increasing.

“But preventing emissions from increasing is very different from actually reducing emissions, and emissions need to come down urgently.”

Mr La Nauze welcomed the requirement for the power station owners to provide rehabilitation plans for coal ash dumps and clean up groundwater.

Wellington Shire Council is inviting resident and stakeholder feedback on its Maffra Structure Plan, to determine how it will manage predicted population growth and guide infrastructure delivery.

The future of Maffra determined by plan WELLINGTON Shire has been winning attention from city dwellers this year as people shift to regional areas in search of open space, nature and an affordable way of living.

Maffra has emerged as a popular choice, offering a vibrant and family-friendly small-town lifestyle, with many of the conveniences normally only found in larger regional centres.

To manage population growth and guide infrastructure delivery in the town during the next 20 years, a new Maffra Structure Plan is being developed — and residents and stakeholders are invited to help shape it by signing up to Your Wellington Your Say at your.wellington.vic.gov.au In recent years, Maffra has experienced a housing shortage, and this project aims at addressing this issue, including how the challenge of how stormwater drainage will be funded.

A public exhibition of the ‘Maffra Structure Plan: Discussion Paper and Emerging Directions’ and a concurrent consultation period will continue for

six weeks until Monday, April 19.

This will include a drop-in session on Tuesday, March 23, from 2pm to 6pm in Maffra Memorial Hall.

Wellington Shire mayor Garry Stephens said the plan would give council a framework for land use and new residential developments, and guide how it could deliver new infrastructure as Maffra continued to grow.

“The aim is to give locals an even better quality of life while attracting new residents and businesses, so I encourage everyone to have their say,” he said.

Following the community consultation, a draft structure plan will be drawn up and a second round of public and stakeholder consultation will be held.

A final structure plan will then be implemented via the Wellington Planning Scheme, which guides the use, development and protection of land and buildings across the shire.

For more information, visit your.wellington.vic.gov. au/maffrastructureplan

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Investigation into missing couple continues:

Police seek occupants of white dual cab ute

Police seek Sweeney LATROBE CIU is seeking the wherabouts of 37-year-old Joshua Sweeney, who is wanted on a warrant.

He is known to frequent the Heyfield area.

People with information should phone First Constable Bateman at Latrobe CIU on 5131 5000.

Recycling truck on fire

CFA crews were called to reports of a recycling collection truck on fire at McLoughlins Beach last Wednesday about lunchtime.

Seven CFA vehicles from Woodside, Port Albert, Giffard West, Sale and Yarram, and an ultralight tanker from district 10, attended the scene.

Crews had to manage fire water run-off to protect the coastal environment.

The fire is believed to have been caused by inappropriate materials being placed in a domestic recycling bin.

Wellington Shire Council’s contracted engineer provided support to enable firefighters to access the burning materials.

Carol Clay “We cannot leave any ‘what ifs’ when it comes to an investigation like this.

“I appreciate this is not an especially uncommon vehicle, however if you or someone you know with a white dual cab ute was in the Wonnangatta area around March 20 last year, then we need to hear from you.

“We’ve had people from a number of states come forward to provide their details and tell us they were in the area around that time, which is greatly appreciated and incredibly helpful.

“I’ve been clear the whole time that it’s not about catching out people who shouldn’t have been there for any reason — we just need to account for you.

“Again, I would stress that there is nothing linking that vehicle to Russell and Carol’s disappearance, so please do not be concerned about coming forward to assist.

“The grief that these families have had to deal with over the past year, coupled with immense public speculation, is immensely difficult to comprehend.”

Anyone who sees Mr Hill or Ms Clay has been asked to phone 000 immediately.

People with any other information regarding their disappearance, or who can provide information about the white dual cab ute, should phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.

“I appreciate this is not an especially uncommon vehicle, however if you or someone you know with a white dual cab ute was in the Wonnangatta area around March 20 last year, then we need to hear from you.”

— Detective Inspector Andrew Stamper

Police say it is still yet to be fully determined whether the pair’s disappearance is suspicious.

Detective Inspector Andrew Stamper said police would not give up on the possibility they could give the couple’s families the answers they needed — but it couldn’t be done without the public’s help.

“It might seem like only a very small possibility that those in the white ute will have information about Russell and Carol’s disappearance, but we can’t afford to leave any stone unturned,” he said.

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VICTORIA’S ban on fracking has been enshrined in the state’s constitution.

The Constitution Amendment (Fracking Ban) Bill 2020 has passed through the upper house of state parliament.

Fracking was banned in 2017 and at the 2018 election, Labor promised to put that ban in the constitution.

The restart of the onshore conventional gas sector is on track for July 1, following three years of investigations by the Victorian Gas Program, which found an onshore conventional gas industry would not compromise the environment or the agricultural sector.

Conventional gas extraction does not involve fracking; instead it involves a tried and tested method of accessing gas deep underground trapped by an impermeable rock layer.

Gippsland and south-west Victoria are the main regions set to benefit, where geoscience studies have located potentially significant onshore conventional gas resources.

The government estimates production of the estimated onshore conventional gas resources could generate about $300 million annually for regional economies and create up to 6400 jobs over the lifespan of these projects.

Resources Minister Jaclyn Symes said no other government in the world had gone as far as enshrining a coal seam gas and fracking ban in their constitution.

“We’re determined to make this a permanent decision,” she said.

“We’ve listened to our rural communities who have told us they do not want the unacceptable risks that fracking brings that could impact our farming and tourism sectors.”

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DETECTIVES from the Missing Persons Squad are again appealing for the public’s help to find a mystery vehicle as part of their investigation into missing Wonnangatta campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay.

After almost 12 months of meticulous checks, police have been able to identify all vehicles seen in the area near Russell and Carol’s campsite on Thursday, March 20, 2020, with the exception of a single car.

That vehicle is described as a white dual cab ute.

The exact make and model is unknown.

At this time, there is nothing to indicate the vehicle or its occupants are linked to the pair’s disappearance.

However police have not given up hope that those travelling in the ute may have some information that is new to investigators.

Detectives renewed their appeal ahead of the long weekend, as visitors headed to and travelled through the High Country.

Despite weeks of painstaking searches by police through the Wonnangatta area, Mr Hill and Ms Clay have not been found.

Mr Hill left his Drouin home on March 19, collecting Ms Clay from her home in Pakenham in his white Toyota Landcruiser.

He was last heard from on March 20 via HF radio stating he was at Wonnangatta Valley in the Victorian Alps.

Ms Clay told friends she was heading away, and was expecting to return home on March 28 or 29.

Investigators have been told the couple was camping together at Wonnangatta River near the Wonnangatta camping ground.

Police remain keen to speak with anyone who was in the Wonnangatta area around that time, including campers, four-wheel-drive day trippers, hunters, fishermen or trail bike riders, regardless of whether they saw or heard anything.

This is so police can continue to eliminate people and vehicles from their extensive investigation.

Detectives are also keen to speak with anyone who was in the area of Howitt Plains and Zeka Spur Track on March 19 or 20, and the Wonnangatta Valley and Wonnangatta Station between March 20 and 24.

Investigators have been told Mr Hill took his DJI Mavic drone before going camping. The drone has not been recovered.

Campers found his vehicle with signs of minor fire damage at their campsite, which was completely destroyed by fire, near Dry River Creek Track in the Wonnangatta Valley on March 21.

Detectives have also established that Mr Hill was camping alone with his Landcruiser in the area of the King Billy and Bluff Track between March 11 and 13.

Information was later received about the sighting of an older person or pair in the Black Snake Creek,

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Water authority taps into customers’ thoughts GIPPSLAND Water is inviting customers to get involved in the development of its next Urban Water Strategy and price submission.

The strategy identifies what Gippsland Water needs to do to ensure water availability in the region for the next 50 years.

The price submission will include the water corporation’s standards of service during a five-year period, as well as the cost of delivering those services and the prices they intend to charge customers.

Both will be submitted in 2022.

Managing director Sarah Cumming said involving the community to understand customer priorities, interests and concerns was a crucial part of this work.

“We want to know what matters most to our customers so that we can reflect it in the actions we take and our plans for the future,” she said.

“We’ll be out and about over the coming weeks, asking people to share their ideas and experiences, so if you see us please take a minute to chat with us.

“We’ll also report back what we’ve heard from our community, and delve deeper into our customers’ values and expectations.”

Gippsland Water is seeking feedback on customer priorities, interests and concerns.

Ms Cumming assured customers who weren’t approached for face-to-face feedback there were many ways to get involved.

“Our customers will receive a form with their next bill that they can fill out and return to us; or they can participate online, or through our social media pages.”

For more information and opportunities to get involved, visit www.gippswater.com.au/LetsTalk To find out what to expect from the consultation process, visit www.gippswater.com.au/timeline

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A host of local buskers and bands lining Raymond St on Saturday had café-goers tapping their toes and shoppers bopping along, as people listened to live music — seemingly a rarity in a COVID-19 world.

The ‘Saturday Street Session’, hosted by Sale Business and Tourism Association, was meant to dovetail into the Sale Music Festival, which is usually held on the Sunday of the Labour Day long weekend, but was postponed this year because of the large number of state government requirements and regulations regarding community events and COVID-19.

With a keen line-up still raring to go despite the postponement, the smaller, more manageable Saturday Street Session set list included appearances by Sale Pipe Band, Sale City Band, Jam, Vic’s Band, Swamp Crawlers,

Rottiserie, John Curran, The Mildreds, and Anita and John Boyle.

Cowwarr-born singer-songwriter and ARIA-nominated Harry Hook opened the mini-music festival on Friday afternoon, with his new song that celebrates the best of the Wellington Shire.

Titled The Middle of Everywhere, Mr Hook’s tune reminisces on what he loves most about the region he calls home.

The song release coincided with the launch of Wellington Shire Council’s The Middle of Everywhere campaign, which aims to instil local pride and attract new residents, business, investment and visits to Wellington Shire.

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Police dig for clues on bobcat theft EAST Gippsland Crime Investigation Unit detectives have released CCTV footage as part of their investigations into the theft of earth-moving equipment from a business in Bairnsdale last year.

An male offender drove a stolen Toyota Hilux to the Princes Highway business and attempted to use bolt cutters to access a gated area about 1.20am on December 8, 2020.

The man then used the four-wheel-drive to ram through the gates, hitching a bobcat and trailer valued at $50,000 onto the vehicle before driving away.

Police have released CCTV footage and an image matching the stolen yellow and black CAT skid steer on a trailer.

Detectives are investigating whether this incident is linked to a series of machinery thefts across the east Gippsland area in the past 12 months, including a $37,000 generator stolen from Orbost between January 26 and 27, and a white skid steer stolen from Club Terrace on November 16, 2020.

To view the CCTV footage visit the ‘Eyewatch — East Gippsland Police Service Area’ Facebook page.

People with information should phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or visit www. crimestoppersvic.com.au to make a report.

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The government will lead by phasing out certain single-use plastic items from government departments and agencies by February 2022.

Government bodies like Melbourne Museum, the NGV, TAFEs and Zoos Victoria have already begun phasing out those products and replacing them with sustainable materials.

The government will consult businesses and the community further, with public consultation occurring throughout 2021 as part of a formal regulatory impact statement process.

It is urging Victorians to play their part by avoiding single-use plastics where possible in their daily lives and choosing sustainable and reusable alternatives.

On average, each Victorian sends about 68 kilograms of plastic waste to landfill every year.

The ban is part of the state government’s 10-year plan to build a circular economy and transform Victoria’s waste and recycling system.

Victoria will become the fifth Australian state or territory to commit to banning single-use plastics, with a ban already on single-use plastic straws, cutlery and drink stirrers in South Australia, the Australian Capital Territory committing to a ban from July, Queensland from September and Western Australia from 2023.

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Implanted over dentures.

You also have the option of getting dentures that are held in place by two implants. This is usually done on the lower denture, as you normally can t get proper suction on a full lower denture. It is a cheaper option if you do want implants. The denture simply clips in and out for cleaning & when you remove them at night.

Like the full denture, you can add teeth or fix a broken base as the denture is made from a reinforced acrylic with a metal frame inside the acrylic.

Once you decide to explore all the available options in regards to Dentures, it s important that you get the right advice. Always see a Prosthetist or visit a Denture Clinic. They are experts in the field having spent at least 4-5 years perfecting their craft!

If you have any questions, please email us or pop into the clinic and speak to Paola today!

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MANY local food businesses are a step ahead of the 2023 ban on single-use plastics, with some already turning to other products in response to growing consumer pressure for plastic alternatives.

But there are still fears food prices could increase as the hospitality industry is burdened with the higher costs of completely ditching plastics and having to source more expensive alternatives.

Specific single-use plastics, such as straws, cutlery, plates, drink stirrers, plastic cotton bud sticks and polystyrene food and drink containers, will be banned in Victoria by 2023.

Environment Minister Lily D’Ambrosio has announced a phase out and ban over the next two years of specific single-use plastics, which will apply to all cafés, restaurants and organisations.

For some, the transition to plastic-free will be easy, but for others it could be a painful transition.

The Pickle Pot in Maffra already has a clean and green philosophy, and does not provide any single-use plastic products.

The store has a strong ethical focus, and has always provided plastic-free alternatives since opening a few years ago.

Others are doing their best to accommodate the changes and work within a changing consumerdriven environment.

The new owner at Maffra’s Café L’Attitude, which already provides plastic-free cutlery, said the extra cost of providing plastic-free alternative hot food containers was vexing for businesses.

“We don’t really know at this stage what the cost will be and we don’t know what this will mean for businesses — we just need more details and more alternatives at this stage,” Vivian Xu said.

She added the hospitality industry had been hit hard by the pandemic, was already struggling with increased costs for produce and services, and didn’t want to pass any additional costs on to consumers.

Portside Food and Wine general manager Brendon Rathnow said he was waiting on more information, but was happy to accommodate consumer demand for plastic alternatives, despite the likely added cost to businesses.

“We already use sugar cane straws because customers like them, but we do use plastic utensils for take away so that’s an issue and there will undoubtedly be a cost to businesses that we just have to work through,” he said.

Jazz Warry, the kitchen manager at Briagolong Hotel, said she was unsure of the cost burden on businesses, but said they had to respond to consumer expectations and the new laws.

“It’s definitely a change in what we do, but if it’s required, we’ll do what is necessary and we’ll make the change,” she said.

“At this stage I can’t say what that cost will be or whether we will have to pass it on to consumers, because we just don’t know,” she said.

Ms D’Ambrosio said single-use plastic items — like straws and plastic cups — made up about one third of Victoria’s litter.

“We need to change this, so we’re getting rid of them,” she said.

“When you’re at the supermarket or at a café, we all need to be mindful of the choices we make and reduce the single use plastic we use.

“All Victorians can play their part.”

The phase out and ban will not affect medical or scientific equipment, emergency services or other activities that require single use plastics for health and safety reasons.

The government will work with the aged care and disability sectors to ensure exemptions for people

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FOLLOWING similar projects in Heyfield and Yarram, a pump track will be built in Sale, with residents being asked to vote for their favourite design.

Pump tracks offer a safe place for young people to skate, bike and scoot.

No pedalling or pushing is required; instead a pumping action is used to maintain momentum over an asphalt loop of berms, rollers and bowls.

Specialist track design and build team Common Ground has created three all-weather designs for Lions Park, which is bordered by Dawson St and McLachlan St. While each design offers different ride characteristics and experiences, they all feature beginner, intermediate and advanced options.

The pump track, to be created in the south-west corner of the park, is being funded by Wellington Shire Council and the John Leslie Foundation.

Mayor Garry Stephens urged people to visit the Your Wellington Your Say website and vote for their preferred design.

“Pump tracks have proven really popular across Wellington Shire, and I’m sure that local kids will love the Sale track, too,” he said.

Landscaping and tree planting will also be undertaken at what is the only significant park in the northern area of Sale.

Residents are invited to view the three layouts at your.wellington.vic.gov. au/salepumptrack, select a preferred track and fill in a short survey about the things that will help make the track the best it can be.

Consultation will close on Friday, March 19, and the most popular track layout will then be built during a period of about 10 weeks.

For more information about the Sale pump track, phone council’s open space planner on 1300 366 244, or email enquiries@wellington.vic.gov.au Council has also sought feedback on designs for a pump track in Maffra.

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Operators say there are pros and cons:

Looking at wider public access to school buses Liz Bell

Bus companies are calling for a cautious approach to any moves to allow adults to travel with students on school buses, and want to make sure they are properly consulted. improved by introducing safeguards, such as fitting school buses with a GPS and camera; getting approval for non-school passengers from the school principal and the bus owner or driver; implementing an electronic fare system; and conducting a revision of Education Department policies and procedures.

Dr Lowe said poor accessibility to public transport in regional areas led to social and economic disadvantage, particularly for those who didn’t drive, including social exclusion and public health issues.

It also had the effect of inhibiting local investment and regional development.

“The rural school bus network sees the government funded buses used for two to three hours in the morning and afternoon on each school day (195 days a year),” he said.

“Outside of these hours, the school buses often sit idle and are sometimes used by the owner-operator to do complementary community work and school excursions,” he said.

Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said he was pleased the issue was being looked at.

“Members of our rural communities in Gippsland have limited access to public transport, while some school buses have plenty of room for extra passengers,” he said.

“I’ve had first-hand feedback from my community about the frustration of a young adult who was catching the bus for years on the way to school, but could not continue to do so to get to a new job or tertiary education when still too young to get a driver’s licence.

“However, we need to hear feedback from the community on issues of student safety and the risks and rewards of allowing adults onto school buses.

“In some areas the school bus is full, and even school students are unable to utilise the service.

“If we can ensure child safety and school students are not disadvantaged in any way, this may be an option that could work well for the community.”

Mr O’Brien encouraged parents of current school bus users and potential users of school buses to make submissions.

Mr Erdogan said the committee wanted to hear from as many people as possible across the state to get “a true picture of the transport limitations faced by rural and regional Victorians”.

The Economy and Infrastructure Committee will analyse evidence from other jurisdictions, locally

and overseas, showing the effects of expanding the school bus system.

It will also look at the cost of extending mainstream school buses to the general public, and how a fare system would work.

Once submissions have been received public hearings will hear from witnesses and gauge the views and experiences of rural and regional communities.

The inquiry is due to hand down a final report before the end of the year.

To make a submission, visit parliament.vic.gov.au/ eic-lc/article/4613.

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to have their matter instead arbitrated by the Accident Compensation Conciliation Service, which must begin a hearing within 30 days of the dispute being referred.

Hearings will generally conclude within 60 days, with determinations made within two weeks of hearings concluding.

Disputes will be resolved within four months — less time than it takes to resolve most court proceedings.

The new laws will also help to free up court capacity and boost efficiency by diverting suitable claims away from the court system.

The bill follows a recommendation from the Victorian Ombudsman in its 2019 report ‘WorkSafe 2: Follow-up investigation into the management of complex workers’ compensation claims’.

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NEW laws introduced to parliament last week aim to ensure workers’ compensation disputes are resolved in a more timely and efficient way, so that people can get back to work sooner.

The state government’s Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment (Arbitration) Bill 2021 allows the Accident Compensation Conciliation Service to hear and make binding determinations on disputes not resolved by conciliation.

The government says the bill will deliver fairer outcomes, providing a simpler and cheaper alternative to court and leading to faster resolution of disputes.

Many injured workers are deterred by the cost, time and complexity of court proceedings, making this path to dispute resolution lengthy and stressful.

The proposed laws give workers the choice

A CONFRONTING new WorkSafe campaign is highlighting that farm deaths and lifechanging injuries can happen to anyone who doesn’t prioritise safety.

The six-week advertising campaign has launched across regional television, print, radio, digital and social media channels.

The campaign’s key message — ‘It’s never you, until it is’ — aims to challenge a common mindset among farmers and agriculture workers that a serious incident won’t happen to them.

Emotional story telling targets owneroperator farmers, their workers and families.

Agriculture remains one of the state’s most dangerous industries, with 24 people dying as a result of on-farm workplace incidents in the past three years.

Last year alone, 424 people working in agriculture, or about eight people every week, were injured seriously enough to make a worker’s compensation claim.

WorkSafe executive director of health and safety Julie Nielsen said it might be easy for farm operators to think that a tragic incident would never happen on their properties, but she said if safety was not the top priority “then the chances are high that it will”.

“Farmers owe it to themselves, their families, their workers and communities to always keep safety front of mind and make it a permanent part of their daily life,” she said.

The campaign is part of a wider push to shift attitudes around farm safety under WorkSafe’s Agriculture Strategy 2020-23.

The strategy sets out how WorkSafe will engage with industry to drive change and encourage a mindset that farm workplace deaths and injuries are preventable, not inevitable.

It focuses on high-risk hazards such as machinery, livestock and chemicals and will collaborate with industry to improve the safety of vulnerable employees, including migrant and seasonal workers.

The strategic approach also includes collaborative education programs, new guidance and targeted compliance and enforcement activities.

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LOCAL bus companies say the proposed expanded use of school buses in regional Victoria could fill the gap in regional transport needs, but has potential risks that must be carefully considered.

The Legislative Council’s Economy and Infrastructure Committee is looking at whether the wider public should have access to school buses, so they have more opportunity to travel.

Committee chair Enver Erdogan said the enquiry would look at the transport disadvantages experienced by rural and regional Victorians, particularly youth, the elderly and low-income households.

While bus companies that service the Wellington Shire have not rejected the idea of allowing adults to travel with school children, most have called for a cautious approach.

The owner of one of the shire’s main school bus service providers, Matt Wynne of Wynne’s Coaches, said it was good to have a “healthy discussion” about expanding the use of school buses, as long as all stakeholders were listened to.

“I think it has the potential to work and to be a solution for buses that are under-utilised, but to be honest, I don’t really have a position either way because I think there are positives and negatives,” he said.

“I have seen adult behaviour on buses that I wouldn’t want to see on school buses, but if it is managed well it could fill a gap in regional transport needs.

“Perhaps it could work with demand-responsive transport and other transport apps that aim to coordinate services, or in collaboration with industries so work start times coincide with school bus times — there are a range of potentially positive outcomes.

“I guess anything is possible, but this has to be given careful consideration — and there has to be more discussion with everyone involved.”

The owner of another local school bus service provider said the issue was a “sensitive one” and bus contractors had to be careful not to contradict the Department of Transport.

“I certainly don’t want my name to go on record, but there are pros and cons to be considered in this issue, and I would like to see more input from bus operators and drivers,” he said.

“In some out-of-the-way places, I can see that parents who need to go into town would get some use out of this, but do we want people who have been sitting in the pub all day getting on a bus to go home?

“Ultimately, this is a tax-payer funded service, so it has to be considered, but there also has to be consideration of whether parents would want this, and whether it might cause a drop in kids using the buses, which would defeat the purpose.

“I’d like to think we (bus companies) will be more involved in the discussion before they go any further with this.”

The Bus Association of Victoria has long pushed for shared bus use for Victoria’s mainstream school bus network, which it says has been “an exclusionary network” since its formalisation in 1944.

Executive director Dr Chris Lowe said if the Education Department’s guidelines were changed so the public could access the free school bus network, it would result in a “far more efficient use of scarce resources” and improve mobility options available to many isolated rural and regional residents.

He said the Regional Network Development Plan (May 2014) consultation process and subsequent report identified the regional use of school buses as a key outcome to improve connectivity in regional Victoria, “yet nothing has been introduced”.

The association believes public safety could be

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Art competition open

AN online art, craft and photography competition that has been running since January has entered its final month for entries.

The Show Pavilions is a community initiative to combat social isolation.

Funded by the state government and Wellington Shire Council, the competition has multiple classes and sections, to provide the opportunity for most artists, crafters and photographers to enter.

Entry is free, with a limit of two entries per person in each sub-category.

Prizes and awards will replicate the usual offerings at the local agricultural shows which were cancelled in 2020.

The show committees from Maffra, Sale and Yarram have endorsed the competition, along with the North Gippsland Group Country Women’s Association.

Entries close March 26, with judging to follow soon after.

Entries can be made online at www.wellingtonshow. shentry.com.au

For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ wacpcomp or email wacpcomp@gmail.com

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International Women’s Day profile: Leah Hepworth TO coincide with International Women’s Day, held yesterday,the State Emergency Service has profiled State Emergency Service Stratford unit volunteer and regional trainer Leah Hepworth.

How long have you been involved in emergency services in Victoria?

I have been a member ofVICSES since March 2015.

I have been a casual regional trainer with east region for two years.

I am employed by Wellington Shire Council as the emergency management planning officer and have been involved with emergency management since the Great Divide Fires of 2006.

I am passionate about building community capacity and resilience to emergency events.

SES Stratford unit volunteer and regional trainer Leah Hepworth.

What was the most memorable or interesting part of being a unit controller?

I love training and empowering volunteers with

knowledge and skills to help keep our community safe and themselves when they are out on a request for assistance.

The skills learned are also transferable to their everyday life.

It gives the members a sense a pride to be out helping their community, which in turn validates what we do as VICSES trainers.

If you could give a single piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be?

To have been involved with VICSES earlier in my adult life.

I have learned so much in the past six years.

I am grateful for the opportunities that VICSES has provided me as a volunteer and casual staff member.

As VICSES members we are highly trained emergency response professionals — we just don’t get paid.

Community briefs

Beekeeping field day at Bundy Primary

GIPPSLAND Apiarist Association will host a beekeeping field day at Bundalaguah Primary School on Sunday, March 21, from 10am until 3pm.

Stalls will be on site selling hive equipment, safety wear, plants, honey and honey products.

There will be demonstrations aimed at beginners, who have either just bought a simple backyard hive or are wanting to.

Topics covered will include caring for hives during winter, whether it’s necessary to feed hives during cooler months, safe use of smokers, how to spot disease and harvesting honey.

There will be a static display (without bees) demonstrating how to open hives and add a queen excluder, and a general explanation on brood and brood frames.

Live hives will be opened and brood boxes inspected, to determine the brood pattern and health of the queen and hive.

Beekeeping equipment will be raffled on the day.

Volunteers are also needed, and those who can should take protective equipment for the live bee inspections and demonstrations.

Food will be available from the school’s parent group, with money raised supporting the school.

Entry costs $10, with children admitted free.

To register attendance or to volunteer, phone Neville on 0417 347 688 or Brian Teese on 0419 539 574.

Walking club to tackle tunnel and common

BEN Cruachan Walking Club will take its members on a magical history tour this Saturday.

Walkers will take in the heritage-listed Horseshoe Bend Tunnel, before a short circuit walk around the historic Walhalla township.

On Sunday, March 21, the group will tackle the Sale Common Wetlands Trail.

The common boasts freshwater marshes and red gum woodlands that support an enormous variety of bird life.

For more information about the walks, visit bencruachanwalkingclub.com

New members welcome at Sale’s U3A FOLLOWING virtually a ‘non-year’, Sale’s University of the Third Age is open and encourages visitors, who it hopes will go on to become members.

Beginning its 33rd year in Sale, U3A keeps its members physically (where possible) and mentally active as they enjoy the company of like-minded people.

Every Tuesday morning is a guest speaker, which is popular with members.

Programs on other weekdays currently include history, IT instruction, DVD programs, current affairs, gallery visits, tai chi, bush walking, exercise group, cards and mah-jong.

The group is careful to observe COVID-19 protocols.

Sale U3A meets in room seven at Wellington Community Centre (formerly ACES), Raymond St, behind The Wedge.

For more information, phone Judy on 0407 337 789 or Trish on 0418 104 840.

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Disgust over trashed Briagolong campsite HUMAN waste, domestic rubbish and a burning campfire are just some of the things that were left at the McKinnon’s Point camping ground at Briagolong late last month.

Eight large bags of rubbish, a burnt chair frame, three paddle boat oars, a pile of broken glass, cans and other rubbish were left burning in a campfire along the Freestone Creek on Sunday, February 28.

The riverbed and surrounding area was left covered in used toilet paper and human waste — within metres of the water’s edge in some places.

Conservation Regulator officers had to use 30 litres of water to extinguish the fire and filled a ute with the rubbish left behind.

The dumping of rubbish on public land is illegal, and can have significant effects on the environment and human health.

Penalties of nearly $10,000 and-or one month imprisonment can apply.

The Conservation Regulator is urging people with information about the Briagolong incident to report it on 136 186.

About 3.7 kilometres of Toongabbie-Cowwarr and Weir Rds, Cowwarr will be reconstructed.

Cowwarr roads to be reconstructed

This fire was abandoned still burning at a campsite near Briagolong last month, surrounded by bags of domestic rubbish and nearby human waste and toilet paper.

WELLINGTON Shire Council will enter into a contract with Bairnsdale-based Whelans Group Investments for the reconstruction of about 3.7 kilometres of Toongabbie-Cowwarr and Weir Rds, Cowwarr.

While the roads are on the boundary with Latrobe City, responsibility for maintenance is with Wellington Shire Council, but the costs for capital works are shared between the councils.

Agreement has been reached with Latrobe on the standard and method of construction.

Wellington’s portion of the cost will come from the federal government’s Roads to Recovery program.

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Sale SES needs old vehicles SALE’S SES Unit needs more unwanted vehicles for training purposes, and is hoping local people can come to their rescue.

The unit uses vehicles in training sessions, and would prefer sedans, hatchbacks and wagons where possible.

Vehicles don’t need to be running, as unit members can organise to collect them with a car trailer.

Being a road rescue unit, the SES is required to achieve accreditation every three years as a unit for its ability to respond to accidents when they arise.

It must keep the skills of members current by giving them an opportunity to train regularly in the use of the tools and skills required.

Sale SES Unit members have been training heavily in this area for the past couple of months, and have used up much of the current vehicle stock.

Anyone who has an old vehicle, or knows of someone with one to donate, should message the SES Sale Unit Facebook page.

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Sale SES Unit use unwanted vehicles to train its members in responding to car accidents.

Registration/Information Night will be held on Wednesday, March 10th 5:00pm, Cameron Sporting Complex.

Every player registered will receive a free MJFC Polo Shirt, you will be fitted with your size on the night.

Registrations, payments and forms will all be online.

We will provide information on the process and how to register on the night!

New age groups will be Under 9, Under 11, Under 13 and Under 15. If your child turns 7 this year they will be eligible for under 9’s.

Further details contact President Chris Murphy 0402 442 397

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Sale Ambulance Auxiliary seeks new volunteers SALE Ambulance Auxiliary is urgently seeking new members to join its volunteer fundraising committee.

Established in 1926, the auxiliary was formed to play a vital role in raising money to buy medical equipment and resources — including buying Sale’s first motorised ambulance.

Since 2002, Sale Ambulance Auxiliary volunteers have raised more than $122,000 towards training and emergency equipment used by paramedics and trainees to provide high-quality care to local people.

Volunteers from all walks of life and with a range of skills are welcome, including people who can work easily with numbers, as well as those who can organise raffles, collaborate with businesses, or write grant applications.

Ambulance Victoria is a not-for-profit organisation that provides services to more than six million people in metropolitan, regional, rural, and remote area of Victoria.

For more information about the auxiliary, phone secretary Chris Lyon on 0429 386 744 (email chris. lyon3@outlook.com) or president Yvonne Clavarino 0427 444 815 (email yvonneclavarino@yahoo.com).

A jet-fuelled apprenticeship

Applications for the next intake for six two-year aircraft line maintenance traineeships at RAAF Base, East Sale are currently being accepted, with the job beginning in April.

WATCHING the Roulettes perform smoke-studded, high speed twists and turns as low as 80 metres from the ground is always a crowd pleaser.

With pilots experiencing G-forces up to six times the force of gravity while clipping along at nearly 700 kilometres an hour, even a minor mechanical fault can pose a significant risk.

The safety of aircraft and pilots is paramount, and with that in mind, a two-year aircraft line maintenance traineeship at the RAAF Base, East Sale is currently seeking its third intake of trainees.

Six trainees will be accepted into this exclusive program.

Since the inception of this traineeship in 2018, 12 trainees — all from Gippsland — have completed the course and been offered employment with Jet Aviation.

The traineeship is delivered by employment and training specialist Apprenticeship Group Australia in partnership with Jet Aviation Defence.

Trainees have responsibility for the safety of pilots and planes before take-off as well as inspecting the aircraft when they return to base.

Trainees live and breathe the Pilatus PC-21 aircraft used by the Roulettes and the RAAF Flying Training School.

Matt Jansen, 22, grew up watching the Roulettes

Around Maffra

— Jennifer Toma

MAFFRA Men’s Probus Club will meet at the Maffra Senior Citizens rooms, Pearson St, today from 9.45am. The guest speaker will be physiotherapist Megan Raine. Lunch will follow the meeting at Maffra Community Sports Club.

VOLLEYBALL in Maffra will be relaunched with free ‘come and try’ nights at the Cameron Sporting Complex tomorrow and next Wednesday between 7pm and 8.30pm. No experience is necessary, and past players are welcome. For more information, phone 0408 782 282.

We are continuing to invest in the highest quality infrastructure and equipment to meet the needs of our patients and community.

Our most recent upgrade is our new MRI, that can scan certain areas we had not had the capability to scan before including Breast, Prostate, Rectum and Soft Tissue. It produces higher quality images with shorter scan times while reducing the need for local patients to travel for quality care.

This is an extremely valuable asset for our regional community where CGH now has the most advanced and intuitive MRI technology available.

Please visit the recruitment section on our website: www.cghs.com.au

Sale Hospital Phone: (03) 5143 8600 Heyfield Hospital Phone: (03) 5139 7979

Maffra District Hospital Phone: (03) 5147 0100 Stretton Park Aged Care Phone: (03) 51 47 2331

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fly over Sale which fuelled his desire to work in the aviation industry.

“I was fresh out of year 12 and wondering what I was going to do,” Mr Jansen said.

“This (traineeship) came up and I figured I’d apply — I thought it might be a job I’d have for a little while, but now it’s looking like I might have a career.

“PC-21s are a great aeroplane to work on; I love the job.”

Mr Jansen said another rewarding aspect of the job was accompanying the Roulettes on extended trips.

“We don’t fly with them to get there, we’ll drive, or if it’s over a certain distance from Sale we’ll take commercial flights, or if the RAAF have some way of transporting us, we’ll take that.

“Our job is to maintain the planes wherever they are.”

Far from being a job for just the boys, women are also encouraged to apply.

Kyla Martin, 42, worked as a cleaner at the RAAF base before taking on the traineeship.

“I wanted a challenge in life,” she said.

“I was a cleaner on the base before I started.

“I used to get into trouble because I was always out there watching the planes.

“I’ve got a friend who did the first traineeship and I thought, ‘that’s something I could do’.

“I applied, had an interview and I was one of the lucky ones who go through.

“My favourite thing is watching the Roulettes; you never get tired of it.”

Adam Hutty, 27, says the job is a great talking point.

“Before this I was a bricklayer,” he said.

“Now when I say I work at the base with the Roulettes, it’s always an interesting conversation to have.”

There are 25 PC-21 aircraft at the base.

These aircraft are highly manoeuvrable, turboprop-powered training aircraft with a dual

cockpit.

As well as thrilling audiences at air shows and events like the Australian Grand Prix, the aircraft is used to train Air Force student pilots who will then go on to eventually fly operational aircraft such as the F35 Joint Strike Fighter.

A full check of the plane takes about 40 minutes and includes refuelling and cleaning the canopy (the cover over the cockpit).

Trainees also do checks inside the cockpit of switches, oxygen tanks and the five-point harness that straps the pilots into their seats.

AGA field officer Craig Binotto said each intake was limited to six trainees, chosen from hundreds of applicants, so being accepted was a privilege.

He expects similar numbers to apply for the current round of traineeships, which close this month.

Mr Binotto said to be successful, applicants didn’t need prior experience but they should have a genuine interest in aviation and the confidence to speak up if a safety issue arises.

“We’re looking for trainees who are not easily intimidated because if they see something that isn’t right from a safety perspective, they’ll be telling a highly trained RAAF pilot to shut down their plane. That can be daunting,” he said.

Mr Binotto said locals who wanted a career that has an element of Top Gun to it that could take them anywhere in the world should apply.

“This traineeship at RAAF Sale is a big win for locals,” he said.

“For a small country town of just over 15,000 people, it’s an opportunity you just don’t get elsewhere.”

The traineeship includes study units and on-the-job training, maintenance journals and CASA-approved exams.

AGA is currently accepting applications for the next intake of ths traineeship, beginning in April.

To learn more or apply, visit aga.com.au/currentvacancies and search for ‘aircraft line maintenance traineeship.

Prostate cancer specialist nurse John Curran

Prostate cancer support A NEW free service is providing specialised support for those navigating the fear and uncertainty of a prostate cancer diagnosis and the myriad treatment choices.

Prostate cancer specialist nurse John Curran is meeting the “unmet” needs of men with prostate cancer, from providing information and education, to support, counselling, community awareness and coordination of services.

More than 250 men from Gippsland are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year.

Understandably, a prostate cancer diagnosis can be a stressful time for men and their significant other, and at first can be overwhelming.

Mr Curran liaises with doctors and others involved in patient care, offering support in all areas of prostate cancer care.

Another part of Mr Curran’s role is community education, despite social distancing restrictions putting a temporary hold on some group talks.

Patients can be referred to him by other medical services, or can self-refer without the need for a medical referral.

Mr Curran can be reached by emailing john.curran@cghs.com.au

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Lessons in sustainability at Stratford Primary School STRATFORD Primary School recently investigated the many reasons why sustainability is important.

During the school’s sustainability day last month, students engaged in a variety of green activities, such as planting seedlings into paper pots, writing pledges to live a more environmentally aware life, learning about the harmful effects of plastic on wildlife and embarking on biodiversity hunts throughout the grounds.

The students already employ many environmentally-friendly practices in their everyday lives, including reducing waste on

‘trashless Tuesdays’, sorting their rubbish into four separate bins (general, recycling, red-cycle and compost) and participating in a kitchen garden program.

Teachers said the whole-of-school sustainability day deepened student understanding of environmental awareness and provided a renewed sense of empowerment.

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Kit Sargent with some of the quality donations she is sorting for Maffra Op Shop’s March sale.

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Joint effort gets items from city to Maffra AS anyone who lives in a regional town knows, community connections can make things happen.

The daughter of a former Maffra couple was so touched by the strength of those connections, she wanted to send a shout out to some locals.

Kris Weightman, who spent her school years in Maffra and whose parents Tom and Lyn Weightman were “born and bred” in the town, was recently helping to downsize the family home, which is now in Malvern.

“I couldn’t believe how much stuff we had accumulated over the past 15 years, and I definitely wanted to get the items which I knew other people could use, to an op shop as efficiently as possible,” she said.

Kris knew Maffra woman Kit Sargent, who was a neighbour of her Godfather, Doug Harding, who died last March.

Kit runs the Maffra Op Shop under the auspices of the Maffra Vigilance Society, and Kris knew that her army of volunteers operated a fabulous business in Foster St. “I knew they would be able to forward the items to those who need them most, and at the same time raise more money for the local community,” she said.

And that’s where Andersons Removals came in to save the day.

Would they be happy to pick up a load of pre-loved treasures from a private address in Malvern, a suburb in south-east Melbourne, for free, and deliver the goods to the Maffra Op Shop to sell?

While the request was not unusual for a removal company, Anderson’s was extremely busy with double bookings and one truck already off the road.

However, Kris said the local company “could not have been more responsive” and jumped at the chance to help out.

Kris says whenever she sees an Andersons truck on the freeway, it always gives her a great feeling and connects her back to her childhood in Maffra.

“The company was happy to help and confirmed the pickup on Tuesday to be delivered to Kit and her team,” she said.

Kit has great plans for the goods, and once they are unpacked and sorted they will be part of the next ‘March sale’ in two weeks.

“We do get a lot of donations, but not too many from Melbourne,” she said.

“We were delighted to hear from a former Maffra residents and to receive all these good quality things, and I’m sure it will all be sold in out in the March sale.”

The items mainly consisted of clothing, manchester and bric a brac, which Kit said was all in excellent condition.

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Cast, crew sought for Wedge’s own play BUDDING actors and performers looking for their big break are being encouraged to audition for The Wedge Performing Arts Centre’s first ever in-house production.

42 George Street, written by local actor and playwrite Melesa Eldred, will hit Sale’s John Leslie Theatre this July.

The play is about a house that holds the memories of those who have lived under its roof.

It focuses on their experiences, new beginnings, sad endings, celebrations and confrontations, which are stored in the walls that witnessed it all.

42 George Street gives the audience a peek into the lives of three families that have lived there.

It will give them a glance into the life-changing moments of its residents, set against the

backdrop of events that shaped Australia.

Auditions are open to women between the ages of 20 to 70 years and men between the ages of 20 to 50 years.

Production managers and directors are also on the hunt for costume designers, hair and makeup artists, stage hands, set builders and props.

To be eligible for an audition, potential candidates must attend an information night at The Wedge Performing Arts Centre on Thursday, March 18 from 7pm.

For more information, phone the box office on 5143 3200, or email box.office@wellington.vic. gov.au

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“The time has well and truly come to ask questions about why our policy makers ignore the silent voices of our ever-diminishing wildlife.”

CARE’s exhibition Emergency: Species Lost will be on display in the East Gippsland Art Gallery in Bairnsdale from March 12 to April 16, before heading to other Gippsland galleries from July 24 to August 29, including Sale’s Gippsland Art Gallery, Maffra Exhibition Space and Briagolong Art Gallery.

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MORE than 50 artists calling themselves CARE — Concerned Artists Resisting Extinction — have come together to create an exhibition which shines a light on the destruction of flora and fauna.

CARE spokesperson Dawn Stubbs said the group was born out of a frustration that decisionmakers weren’t going enough to deal with the problem.

“We are not politicians, so our only voice is through our art,” she said.

“Some of these works really push the boundaries,

figuratively and literally, will his web of lies catch up with him in the worst possible way?

Family is Murder! is just the outrageous comical relief audiences aged 15-plus need after last year.

Family is Murder! will be performed at the Regent Theatre, Yarram, on Saturday night from 8pm.

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Former Wellington Shire Council chief executive Lyndon Webb at work during his final days before retirement.

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Former council chief Lyndon Webb dies Farewell to a loved after a short illness

Legendary Stratford boxer Denis Booth, pictured in September last year with his Commonwealth Games bronze medal.

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“When I took up the CEO role in 2012, Lyndon provided great support to me,” he said.

“We caught up regularly for coffee, and he was a great confidant and sounding board, and I will miss our conversations and occasional catch-ups.

“Wellington is a little poorer now for his passing.”

Wellington Shire mayor Garry Stephens said Mr Webb continued to contribute to the community after leaving his role at council.

“His work and support for the Sale community he loved was extraordinary,” he said.

“After he retired, his community work extended from Rotary to Friends of the Gippsland Gallery, and he was such a positive and willing contributor.

“Councillors and staff alike were deeply saddened to learn of his passing.”

A funeral service to farewell Mr Webb will be held tomorrow from 1pm in the Geoff Rossetti Memorial Chapel, next to the Sale Cemetery, before a private cremation.

boxing legend A FUNERAL service will be held today for Stratford boxing legend Denis Booth, who died on February 28, aged 81.

Booth won a Commonwealth Games bronze medal in 1966, with the Stratford community helping him travel to the games in Jamaica.

“I’m eternally grateful to Stratford,” Booth told the Gippsland Times in September last year.

“The townspeople got behind me to send me over to the games, sent me over to Perth for the championships; I won over in Perth and then went to the games.”

Booth moved to Stratford in the mid-1950s after meeting and marrying local girl Kathy.

Around that time he also took up boxing,

training in old horse stables near the Avon River.

“We used to average one tournament every second month boxing from Orbost to Dandenong,” Booth said.

In 1957, he reached the finals of the state amateur light heavyweight championships, and was crowned national champion two years later.

In the amateur ranks, Booth lost only 16 of his 94 bouts from 1956 to 1968, but turned down the chance to turn professional to spend more time with his family.

Booth continued to support many local boxers, as well as contribute to organisations in Stratford.

Today’s funeral service will be held on from 11am in the Stratford Mechanics Institute Hall.

Sion open day is on later this month

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CATHOLIC College Sale is planning key events to honour the traditions of the Our Lady of Sion campus and the contribution of the Sion Sisters to the local community during the past 130 years.

A community open day is planned for Sunday, March 21, to allow former students, teachers and others to tour the Sion building in small groups.

It is an opportunity for groups of former students to reunite and tour the building together.

It will be a free ticketed

event, with tickets available next month.

Investigations are still underway for future use of the Sion building, following the amalgamation of Catholic College Sale onto the one site at the St Patrick’s campus.

The historic Sion convent is protected by Wellington Shire heritage overlays and the National Trust of Australia register and Register of the National Estate.

The Sion building is an important part of the Catholic heritage in Gippsland.

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A FUNERAL service for former Wellington Shire Council chief executive Lyndon Webb will be held tomorrow.

Mr Webb, who held the position of chief executive at Wellington from 2001 to 2009, died last Tuesday following a short illness.

He had served for many years in local government, having also been chief executive at Towong Shire Council in the state’s north-east.

Mr Webb was also a founding president of LGPro, which represents people working in Victorian local government.

After retiring as Wellington council chief executive, he was involved in reforming troubled councils, such as Brimbank, Darebin and Latrobe, as well as being chairman of Advance TAFE. Current council chief executive David Morcom said Mr Webb was a deeply respected leader not only in Wellington, but throughout government circles in Victoria.

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Asthma, diabetes and multiple sclerosis medications get nod

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GIPPSLANDERS will benefit from expanded access to potentially life-changing medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.

Three new medicines for people suffering from multiple sclerosis, asthma and diabetes are now available to patients for $41.30 per script, or $6.60 for concession.

They are: • Zeposia (ozanimod), a medicine used to treat relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis, a chronic disease that attacks the central nervous system, and for which a cure is yet to be found; • Atecture Breezhaler (indacaterol with mometsone), a medicine used to treat asthma, helping to relax and reduce swelling and irritation in the small airways in the lungs; and • Trulicity (dulaglutide), a medicine used in combination with insulin and metformin to treat type 2 diabetes, by helping the body produce more insulin when blood sugar levels are high.

More than 25,600 Australians have multiple sclerosis. It affects each person differently, and more than 10 Australians are diagnosed every week.

About 2.7 million Australians live with asthma and can experience episodes of wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, chest tightness and fatigue caused by narrowing of the airways.

Almost one million Australians have type 2 diabetes and their pancreas does not produce enough insulin to control blood sugar levels.

Gippsland MHR Darren Chester said since 2013, the federal government has approved more than 2550 new or amended listings on the PBS. This represented an average of about 30 listings or amendments per month, at an overall spend of $12.6 billion by the government.

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CENTRAL Gippsland Health has bought a new magnetic resonance imaging scanner, which provides higher quality images with shorter scan times.

CGH chief radiographer Simon Waixel said the $1.4 million GE Signa Artist 1.5T also allowed radiographers to scan certain areas that CGH had not had the capability to scan before.

These include breast, prostate, rectum, brachial plexus and small bowel studies, as well as being able to scan larger patients.

“This increases quality patient outcomes and clinical confidence,” Mr Waixel said.

CGH chief executive Frank Evans said the new MRI, with its patient-friendly design, maximised comfort and system utility.

“This is an extremely valuable asset for a regional community where CGH now has the most advanced and intuitive MRI technology available,” he said.

“This new MRI machine means less travel for local patients as scans can now be performed right here in Sale, where sometimes, patients previously needed to be sent to other scanners.”

Installing the new, high-tech equipment was no mean feat.

“We had to cut a hole in the back wall to have access to remove the existing MRI first, and then installed the new machine with the help of a heavy duty crane,” Mr Waixel said.

“The hole was then fixed, and all other ancillary equipment was attached before calibration of the machine occurred prior to going live.

“The whole process from start to finish took five weeks.”

CGH has a full Medicare licence for MRI, however not all scans are covered by Medicare.

For this reason, patients need a valid referral from either their general practitioner or specialist.

Where the referral meets the criteria set out

by Medicare, CGH will bulk bill MRI scans.

Free cancer information sessions coming up GIPPSLAND residents diagnosed with cancer and their loved ones will have access to a free cancer information session on Monday, March 29.

Cancer Council Victoria’s Managing Cancer program is run by local health professionals and will be held at Latrobe Regional Hospital.

Topics covered in the session will include getting the most out of your health care team; dealing with treatments and side effects; learning how to relax and manage stress; communicating with family, friends and colleagues; and information on important factors such as diet and exercise.

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more than 650 people took part in the program across Victoria in 2019.

“These practical sessions are run by experts in a relaxed and comfortable environment and have proven extremely beneficial for people with cancer, as well as those supporting them,” Ms Lane said.

“This is a unique opportunity for anyone with cancer, as well as their friends and family, to ask questions of a health professional outside of the hospital setting, while at the same time linking up with other people who are going through a similar experience.”

Ms Lane said the program had run for more than 20 years, and was regularly conducted at hospitals and health care services throughout Victoria.

“Attendees continue to tell us that these sessions are a valuable and helpful resource for them,” she said.

One recent program participant said it gave them “a broader insight into cancer and the continuous work that is being done to eradicate it”.

Another said it was informative and it was “good to be listened to, and to listen and learn”.

To register or to find out more, email Belinda Hua at bhua@lrh.com.au

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CANCER Council is encouraging Victorians to host an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea event to support people affected by cancer.

The official day to host a morning tea in 2021 will be Thursday May 27, but events can be held any time during May or June.

By hosting a morning tea — either in-person or virtually — participants will help Cancer Council continue its life-saving cancer research, prevention, advocacy and support programs.

Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea is the largest and most loved event of its kind in the country, attracting more than 4200 hosts each year.

People can register to host an event by heading to biggestmorningtea.com.au or phoning 1300 65 65 85 to receive a free morning tea host kit.

Cancer Council advises hosts should follow the recommended guidelines provided by the Australian government, and details regarding Cancer Council fundraising events may change as circumstances change.

For more information and support regarding cancer and COVID-19, visit cancervic.org.au People unable to host a morning tea can still become involved by donating directly to Cancer Council via biggestmorningtea.com.au

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New record-keeping Free public transport rules for businesses for seniors and carers ALL businesses using electronic record keeping for attendance — such as QR codes — must use a system that seamlessly integrates with the Victorian government contact tracing system from March 27.

The requirement will be mandated under new Chief Health Officer directions, and will reduce the time it takes for the public health team to obtain information.

The government’s free QR Code Service has been made available to all businesses, enabling contact tracers to immediately access the information they need in the event of COVID outbreaks.

However, many businesses are using private electronic record keeping systems that don’t connect seamlessly to the government’s system.

The government has developed the Victorian Government Visitation API — a piece of software which enables private QR codes to communicate directly with contact tracers.

Businesses can still choose to keep records manually, but they must apply the four-square metre rule.

The requirement to share information will only be activated in the event of a positive case of coronavirus being detected at a specific location.

In the event of a positive case, business owners will need to provide the name of their provider, and contact tracers will instantly access the information they need, with the aim of quickly containing and suppressing outbreaks.

Major providers of private QR codes used in Victoria were part of a co-design process to make

From March 27, record keeping systems must integrate seamlessly with the state government’s contact tracing system. sure business operators and customers would have a hasslefree experience.

The four-week grace period will give QR providers time to connect to the API, or allow businesses to switch to the free Victorian government QR Code Service, available at coronavirus. vic.gov.au/qrcode

Business owners and operators should ask their providers if they intend to comply, or can check if their QR code provider has connected to the government’s API by visiting coronavirus.vic.gov. au/visitationAPI

Business Victoria will work closely with the business community to ensure businesses are aware of their obligations.

Businesses seeking more information can phone Business Victoria on 13 22 15.

All owners of commercial passenger vehicles will be also be required to have a QR code available for use by drivers and passengers which records the passenger’s first name, phone number, vehicle registration and the date and time.

A commercial passenger vehicles-specific QR code is available for free from the government’s corona virus website coronavirus.vic.gov.au/ victorian-government-qr-code-service

A four-week grace period will give commercial passenger vehicles owners time to comply with the new requirement.

Grants for mental health and drugs training

“We are looking to address identified challenges around workforce development and retention across Gippsland, as well as increase accessibility to these important services.”

The scholarships are also targeting Gippsland’s newly-established HeadtoHelp workforce, encouraging them to apply for mental health-focused scholarships supporting the professional development of mental health workers in the region.

Applications close next Monday, March 15.

“Gippsland PHN is committed to supporting the growth and maintenance of a strong mental health and alcohol and other drugs workforce throughout Gippsland to be effective, efficient and deliver services which are safe and of high quality,” Ms Proposch said.

Guidance information and an application form is available at www.gphn.org.au/ scholarships-upskill-gippsland-health-professionals/

For more information, phone Gippsland PHN emergency response coordinator Rosie Tira on 0427 924 018, or email Rosie.Tira@gphn.org.au

In line with public health advice, everyone on public transport must wear a fitted face mask, practise good hygiene, follow health directions and shouldn’t travel if unwell.

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GIPPSLAND Primary Health Network is offering grants of up to $15,000 to train health workers, including nurses working in Gippsland-based primary care organisations, in the areas of mental health and alcohol and other drugs.

The Gippsland Workforce Development Scholarship Program — Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs is providing the scholarships for Gippsland health professionals to undertake additional education that will enable them to increase their scope of practice and build their skills, knowledge and capability in the areas of mental health and alcohol and other drugs.

Gippsland PHN chief executiveAmanda Proposch said the network was committed to supporting the growth and maintenance of a strong mental health and alcohol and other drugs workforce throughout Gippsland, ensuring services were effective, efficient, safe and high quality.

“This grants program aims to broaden the workforce that is equipped to meet client and community needs,” she said.

SENIOR Victorians and Carer Card holders will be able to enjoy free public transport from March 21 to 28.

The eight days of free travel will include Melbourne trains, buses, trams and regional V/Line trains.

Victorian Senior Card holders and Carer Card holders will be able to jump on public transport for free to visit friends and family, shop, attend appointments and visit attractions throughout Victoria.

Disability, Ageing and Carers Minister Luke Donnellan said the government was encouraging older Victorians and carers to enjoy all the sites Victoria had to offer.

“Free public transport is a great opportunity for older Victorians and carers to support regional tourism,” he said.

“By carrying their myki and a Seniors or Carers Card, eligible Victorians will be able to make the most of this free transport.”

V/Line free travel bookings opened to cardholders last Tuesday.

Free travel is available on all economy class services, and cardholders are able to pay to upgrade to first class where available.

Cardholders will still need to carry their Seniors Card or Carer Card and myki and touch on and off as usual — however myki cards won’t be charged.

Another free travel week for Senior and Carers Card holders will still happen in October this year in conjunction with the Seniors Festival and Carers Week events.

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A policing career information session will be held in Sale tomorrow night.

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Anne Rees on Beltana and Karen Brown on Goliath enjoy the peace of the bush on horseback.

Next trail ride in the Colquhoun Forest TAMBO Upper Trail Riding Club’s next ride will take place on Sunday, March 21, leaving Jackie Whiting’s property at 164 Cunningham Rd, Swan Reach.

The Colquhoun Forest covers a large area and is a popular location for anyone who enjoys outdoor activities.

It is the closest riding area to the club’s base of Tambo Upper.

The club has members who live at various locations around the perimeter of the forest, so it has become a regular base for rides.

The route will be on single tracks and bush with some short steep gullies and a short section of gravel road.

Horses normally ridden barefoot and seasoned to those conditions do not need to be shod for this ride, but they will need a medium level of fitness.

Ride out time is 10am sharp, with a couple of hours’ riding before lunch and about one and a half hours after.

Riders should take a saddle bag lunch.

Cunningham Rd turns east off Tambo Upper Rd, or can be accessed from Bruce’s Rd. The February ride was a weekend camp at Tony Burgess and Rhonda Jordan’s property at Flaggy Creek.

There was a good turn up of riders including a few new to the club, along with some returning members.

A cap of 20 riders plus organisers was enforced because of COVID restrictions.

All who attended agreed it was a fabulous weekend which is sure to be included on the calendar again.

Tambo rides are held on the third Sunday of every month, and are suitable for most standards.

Visitors are welcome and juniors are also encouraged, but must be accompanied by a guardian and able to ride independently.

For more information, phone Caz Driscoll on 0408 963 667 or Sue Cullinan on 0412 526 121.

MORE than 70 people have booked for a policing career information session at the Criterion Hotel, Sale, tomorrow evening.

Information will be presented about the role of police, the recruitment process, training at the academy and policing in Sale.

Tomorrow’s information session will tale place

from 6pm to 7.30pm.

Doors will open at 5.30pm, and all attendees will need to present photo identification to gain entry.

To register, visit www.eventbrite.com.au and search for “police information session Sale”.

For more information about a career in the police force visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au

Stratford linen party THE Anglican Parish of Avon will host a linen party this Saturday from 2pm at the Stratford Anglican Hall, McFarlane St. Afternoon tea will be provided.

Organisers describe the event as “a total social shopping experience”, with affordable designer-style linen and homeware.

All are welcome.

Because of COVID limits, bookings are essential by phoning Gail on 0429 051 587.

However, several weeks later, a Nambrok farmer and his two boys found the model aeroplane while gathering hay bales at the property.

The family had seen a notice of its loss on social media, so got in touch with Sammi’s mother and she was reunited with her beloved flying model.

It had flown some eight kilometres on its own, landed safely amongst the hay bales and was retrieved with just minor damage.

It will be up and flying again.

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Monday Tucker paused

A CENT night will be held on Friday, March 19, at Sale Greyhound Club.

Doors will open at 6pm for a 7pm start.

Admission is $10, with proceeds to go to the Golden Beach Men’s Shed.

A Monte Carlo will be conducted, and a diamond ring will be the prize on offer.

Proceeds from the Monte Carlo will be donated to the Vanuatu Prevention of Blindness cause.

Organisers say it will be lots of fun, with loads of prizes.

To book, phone 0477 312 621.

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SALE and District Aeromodellers Club’s youngest member, Sammi Kent, gained her wings recently and decided to demonstrate her new skill to her neighbours from home.

Alas she lost sight of her model and it flew away, a common event with newly qualified pilots.

SALE’s Monday Tucker has been temporarily paused because of a dramatic fall in demand for the service since recommencing after the COVID-19 lockdowns.

In the interim, organisers plan to implement some much-needed strategies to engage with more people in need in the local community.

They are looking forward to restarting the meal service on Monday, May 10, so it can continue to be a place of welcome and social connection for local people.

MARY’S Soup Kitchen is back and operating for 2021.

Soup and sandwiches, with tea and coffee, will be served Thursdays, at the Chapter House, St Mary’s Cathedral, Sale, between noon and 1pm.

Entry is via Reeve St. All are welcome. COVID -19 rules apply.

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Landlords must understand new changes to rental act THE Real Estate Institute of Victoria is urging landlords to familiarise themselves with significant changes to the Residential Tenancies Act in Victoria before their March 29 implementation date.

There will be a title change for landlords following the introduction of the new act, to ‘residential rental providers’.

With that new label comes 132 changes to the tenant-owner relationship, including increased cost, obligations and consequences for owners.

The institute contends the volume of change occurring at once could be overwhelming for some, and after a difficult 12 months, courtesy of COVID-19 and its rental moratorium, could make things more challenging for some investors.

The raft of changes to the act include restrictions on information that can be requested from applicants during reference checks.

Renters will be able to make prescribed minor modifications, like fixtures and fittings, without consent (residential rental providers have the right to ask for any changes to be restored at the end of the tenancy); rented premises must be provided and maintained in good repair, and in a reasonably fit condition for occupation; bond claims can now be made individually by the renter or owner; and will be heftier fines for rental offences.

Real Estate Institute of Victoria chief executive Gil King said the changes weren’t as simple as picture hooks and pets, as some reports had

From March 29, 132 changes to the current tenant-owner relationship will be implemented. suggested.

“They will be significant for the sector and impact renters and owners equally,” he said.

“Residential rental providers, in particular, would be wise to work with their property manager to understand the new requirements to help ensure they continue to get value and enjoyment out of their property investment.”

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Regional markets set to soar in 2021 Regional beachside areas are attracting high levels of capital city-based buyer interest, according to a recently-released report.

Photo: John Morgan REGIONAL property markets are expected to continue to outperform metropolitan markets in a post-pandemic Australia, according to new information released recently.

The REA Group Insights Property Outlook Report 2021, launched last month, analysed Australian property markets around the country and identified key predictions for the year ahead.

The report explained a combination of low interest rates, increased consumer saving, record levels of government stimulus and specific sectoral job loss buoyed the property market throughout 2020 — despite Australia plunging into recession and experiencing the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression.

While the market demonstrated remarkable resilience overall in 2020 with house and unit prices rising, rental markets suffered, investor demand was low and new development slowed dramatically, the report reads.

As Australia enters a COVID-normal environment, the property market’s positive conditions are expected to remain, with a few exceptions.

While historical price growth is not an indication of future price growth, the report predicted 2021 would be a bumper year for price growth.

A lot of the uncertainty that characterised 2020 is now easing — the Australian economy is no longer in recession, a vaccine is now available, interest rates are at record lows and access to finance continues to ease.

Regional property markets look set to continue to outperform metropolitan markets, with online views per listing on realestate.com.au jumping 16 per cent in capital cities in the second half of 2020, compared to a 44 per cent jump in regional Australia.

“After decades of government initiatives aimed at getting people to move out of congested capital cities to regional Australia, the pandemic appears to have significantly helped — and the rate of change has been rapid.”

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— REA Group chief economist Nerida Conisbee Eighty-eight per cent of regional Victorian towns experienced house price growth in 2020, and 79 per cent experienced unit price growth.

The report notes regional markets continuing to grow is dependent on whether people will be called back into offices, and predicts there would be greater demand for regional areas on the outskirts of capital cities should this occur.

The trend is already beginning to emerge — for example, the Mornington Peninsula experienced a surge in search activity at the end of 2020.

In a strong market such as the current one, the report notes going to auction makes sense for those aiming to maximise price, but auction markets were severely disrupted throughout 2020 with lockdowns and restrictions.

The report pointed to realestate.com.au having the highest auction activity level it has ever had at the end of 2020, once live auctions returned.

Rental markets are expected to improve, but remain weak in inner city and student-populated areas.

The main driver of rental decline in 2020 was the majority of renters being young.

Young people make up the highest proportion employed in the hospitality, tourism and education sectors, which experienced high levels of job loss.

Income loss affected the ability to afford rent, so a six-month moratorium on evictions was legislated by the federal government.

Eighty-eight per cent of regional Victorian towns experienced house price growth in 2020, and 79 per cent experienced unit price growth.

Foreign students were also unable to return to Australia, and many local students returned home or moved into share accommodation as classes moved online and job losses became prevalent.

By the end of 2020 however, rental markets appeared largely normalised, and across Australia, rent was only down in greater Melbourne and Sydney (and up 3.6 per cent in regional Victoria).

Victoria accounts for almost 85 per cent of the increase in vacant units in Australia since the beginning of the pandemic.

Overseas search activity is climbing from the United States, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong and Singapore.

Interest has dropped off from China, most likely because of the unsteady trade relationship between Australia and the Asian superpower.

House and land development benefited from HomeBuilder, and while the effect was more muted for apartment developers, the uptick in investor activity towards the end of 2020 is positive and a switch in new development type preference is likely to come.

First home buyer activity accelerated during the pandemic, with Victoria experiencing the biggest jump in first home buyer activity in Australia, and enquiry levels for new apartment, house and land development are increasing.

Auction activity in the lead up to Christmas was particularly strong.

In 2021, state government cuts to stamp duty will also help.

The recovery that investor enquiry staged in the final quarter of 2020 is set to extend into 2021, and regional markets are proving popular with this group.

Last month, the report’s author, REA Group chief economist Nerida Conisbee, said the pandemic had led to a number of structural shifts, and migration was no exception.

“After decades of government initiatives aimed at getting people to move out of congested capital cities to regional Australia, the pandemic appears to have significantly helped — and the rate of change has been rapid,” she said.

Ms Conisbee said while Australian Bureau of Statistics data showed a net gain of 3696 people to regional Victoria from capital cities during the September quarter, there was a loss of 3700 people from Victoria overall — the largest number lost since September 1995.

“Of most concern, the bulk of population movement out of Victoria were people at peak working age from 25 to 44 years,” she said.

“Regional Victoria did well with 9725 people shifting from Melbourne to regional areas [during 2020].

“It is likely that by the March quarter of 2021, conditions are going to look a lot more positive for Victoria, while regional Australia will continue to see growth.”

For more information or to view the full report, visit realestate.com.au/insights

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It has three bedrooms and a study, two bathrooms, an open plan family area, separate lounge and laundry.

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Agent: Gippsland Real Estate. Phone 5147 2200, or Brett Lanigan on 0427 517 577. bench space, gas hotplates, a wall oven, dishwasher and large walk-in pantry.

All three bedrooms feature ceiling fans, and the main bedroom has a walk-in

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The family bathroom has a shower, bath, vanity with underbench cupboards and heat lamp.

Outdoor improvements include a 15 by eight metre garage and workshop, with three roller doors (two are automated), power and a concrete floor.

Other features include three water tanks, bore water, a large dam, established fruit trees, a cubby house and newly-fenced paddocks.

All the hard work has already been completed, and the new owners will only have to sit back and relax.

Agents add this would be the perfect property for those looking to escape the city life and enjoy a quiet country setting.

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The light and bright home features polished floorboards throughout, and the three bedrooms have new carpet, light fittings, ceiling fans, window dressings and built-in robes.

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Water infrastructure rebate THE On-farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme aims to help farmers become more drought resilient, and subsidises the installation of crucial water infrastructure.

Eligible farmers can claim up to 25 per cent of the eligible infrastructure costs, capped at $25,000 with the state and federal governments contributing half each.

The rebates can be used to support new bores, better dams, and pipes to move water to where stock need it.

Last year, the scheme proved extremely popular — to the point where it was heavily over-subscribed, leaving many farmers out of pocket.

Extra funding has now been provided to allow those farmers get rebates and allow more on-farm water infrastructure projects to go ahead.

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A PROPERTY in Flynn’s Creek is being slowly restored to its former glory, pre-European farming methods.

Marshall and Nicole Dean have been farming at their property since 2012, and expanded the project by buying a neighbouring farm in 2018.

Bordered by roadways and the main Gippsland rail line, the 200 hectare property features some undulation, a noticeable ridge of higher ground and Flynns Creek, which runs through the property from south to north toward the Latrobe River.

It is the creek that has been the focus of a number of projects in recent years.

New lines of fence create smaller, easier to manage paddocks for stock, but also exclude them from the riverbank.

Troughs have been installed to keep stock hydrated, willow trees have recently been removed and woody weeds poisoned.

Hundreds of native trees planted last winter are shielded by tree guards, to stabilise the creek bank and provide shade and shelter in coming years.

Mr Dean said it was the potential and the history of the property that first caught his eye.

“It was probably the big solitary gum trees,” he said.

“There are gum trees that are hundreds of years old along the ridge and dotted throughout the farm.

“The fact that it had a creek, a bit of ridge and a bit of character about it ... that was my original attraction to the farm.”

Recent works on the creek complement works done by previous owners in the early 2000s towards the southern end of the creek on the property.

“Those older plantings are now 25 to 30 metres tall and you can hear water flowing when you get closer to it,” Mr Dean said.

“We’re getting some natural weirs building up in that section, which is around 400 meters in length.”

This ‘jigsaw’ approach to river improvement may not be as aesthetically pleasing compared to if the 1.2 kilometres of creek were remediated back in the 2000s, but it does show what is around the corner in terms overall improvement.

It also reflects the ebb and flow of a landholder’s ability — financially, physically and emotionally — to take on the major works needed to put a waterway back into good health.

Work completed in 2018 shows the risk and the reward that can come from investing in the landscape, as the Deans have chosen to do.

“I’m probably most proud of that part because it was the most challenging,” Mr Dean said.

“It was right in the heart of the drought.

“We didn’t have a blade of grass on the place.

“I knew it was going to be challenging, so I got onto some straw and mulched both sides of the creek, put the cows in to spread it all around, and planted up around 1500 trees on both sides of the creek and got about a 90 per cent success rate and

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it’s looking fantastic.

“There are trees down there that are two years old, planted in a drought and they are six and seven metres high, so it’s gone really well.”

While continuing to manage the farm and improve it where he can, Mr Dean is clear any loss of land placed behind fences has repaid itself with multiple benefits on the remaining farmland, financially and environmentally.

“There’s a little bit of land we’ve lost, maybe a couple of hectares along the creek, but the plusses are the obvious ones for the cattle in wind shelter and shade,” he said.

“Also, there’s a honey producer along the creek, he grows a lot of trees for honey production.

“We’ve put a lot of flowering trees in for foraging insects, also for the bird life and biological control of insects in the paddocks, that sort of stuff.

“If you create a habitat for the birds, they’ll help you out on farm as well.

“So, there’s some good farming benefits as well as for the environment.”

Some of the work on the Deans’ property has been done in partnership with the Latrobe Landcare Network and through the Gippsland Lakes Coordinating Committee, funded through the state government for the health of the Gippsland Lakes.

“We’re about 1.5km up from the Latrobe, which does flow into the lakes,” Mr Dean said.

“We’re ‘treed’ up on both sides with neighbouring properties having also done works to protect the creek, so this was a bit of a link up — which attracted a bit of interest from Landcare and the West Gippsland Catch Management Authority to get it linked up.

“If it helps the Gippsland Lakes, it’s a benefit for everyone isn’t it?”

West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority project officer Dan Cook said Flynns Creek had a reasonable history of property owners improving the land over recent years.

“If we get one farmer fencing off a waterway and planting native trees to stabilise the bank, that’s always great,” Mr Cook said.

“But at Flynns, you have a great example of a ‘catchment approach’ where a group of farmers, along a long length of river have independently worked to rehabilitate their riverbank and as a consequence bring about a much bigger impact on downstream water quality.”

As for the future, Mr Dean is looking to see what else he can do to improve his farm and help the environment.

“We’ve got about 28 paddocks, 500 acres. Some are around the six-hectare size and some bigger,” he said.

“So, the 10 and 12 hectare paddocks, we’ve started splitting those in half so we can do some more rotational grazing, spell paddocks a bit longer, try and build a bit more resilience into our pastures.

“As we build these paddocks, we’re putting some more solitary forest red gums in as shade in the paddocks, maybe some island plantings.

“There are some groups of trees that are reasonably close together that we’d like to fence off into maybe half an acre island-plantings and thicken it up with some smaller stuff. “[The vegetation will] provide a bit more shelter and a bit more cover.”

And while the livestock will no doubt appreciate the shelter afforded by all this planting, the emotional, physical and financial investment is for the next generation of Deans, who currently have a 200 hectare backyard — not the worst environment to have on the doorstep as Australia manages its way through a pandemic.

“The kids have had somewhere to walk every day, ride their bikes, climb trees, swim in the creek, swim in the dam,” Mr Dean said.

“It’s all a part of the farm life isn’t it?”

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Avoid a close shave, drench against Barber’s pole worm

Milk price increase announced by Burra BURRA Foods has announced an increase in milk price for milk supply partners equivalent to 10 cents per kilogram of milk solids across the full year.

In a letter to suppliers, Burra Foods chief executive Stewart Carson noted the increase was the result of strengthening international demand for dairy products and the agility of Burra Foods to capture value.

“Recent increases in demand have resulted in price increases on global dairy trade over the past few months and Burra Foods has been able to take advantage of this by adjusting product mix,” he said.

“Unfortunately, the continued strengthening of the Australian dollar against the US dollar continues to be a real challenge but we are confident with our position to increase milk price for the season.

“A great spring and mild summer have made for another great season in Gippsland.

“With grass still growing in many parts of the region and plenty of hay and silage stored away, our milk supply partners are producing well, and our milk supply is up on forecast.”

WITH the recent summer rainfalls, producers need to be alert to Barber’s pole worm, a significant parasite of sheep.

It would not be surprising if there are outbreaks of disease because of Barber’s Pole worm (Haemonchus contortus), as they thrive in the warm, moist conditions that Victoria has recently experienced.

It is called Barber’s pole because of its appearance — the worm’s spiralling red gut looks similar to the striped pole seen outside barbers’ shops.

Adult Barber’s pole worms live in the abomasum (fourth stomach) of sheep.

The adult female worms are prolific egg producers, leading rapidly to a heavy pasture contamination.

During warm, moist conditions these eggs hatch into larvae and are eaten by sheep during grazing.

Like other internal parasites, Barber’s pole worms mainly affect weaners and lactating ewes.

These worms feed by sucking blood leading to anaemia and bottle jaw (an acculmulation of liquid under the sheep’s bottom jaw), but not necessarily weight loss or diarrhoea.

Given their prolific production, worm numbers can build up rapidly.

Just 1000 adult Barber’s pole worms can remove

50ml of blood from a sheep per day, consequently, outbreaks can lead to high mortalities in a short space of time, without warning.

It is highly recommended producers do regular faecal egg counts so they are best placed to manage worm burdens, using considered drenching programs including effective combination drenches.

As with other internal parasites, drench resistance to Barber’s pole worm is becoming increasingly common, therefore needs to be managed strategically.

For more information, phone a local veterinarian or Agriculture Victoria veterinary or animal health officer.

- Agriculture Victoria district veterinary officer Jeff Cave

Irrigation reference group seeks members THE search is on for irrigation farmers to join a local irrigation reference group.

The Lake Wellington Irrigator Reference Group was established to contribute local knowledge on irrigation-related issues to the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority and Agriculture Victoria.

While the focus of the group does centre on the Macalister Irrigation District, it will also consider issues in the broader catchment including the Latrobe River.

Supported by staff from the authority and Agriculture Victoria, the group meets up to six times a year with members being remunerated for their time and input.

Anyone interested should email bradm@wgcma.cic.gov.au

Expressions of interest close next Wednesday, March 17.

Australia officially free of bird flu AUSTRALIA is officially free from high pathogenic avian influenza.

Restrictions remain near Bairnsdale with a very small control area for low pathogenic H5N2 avian influenza, which is expected to be lifted soon.

Victorian Agriculture Minister Mary-Anne Thomas recently congratulated those involved on achieving the outcome, which will benefit industry by allowing a return to normal business and will also allow trade to many export markets again.

In 2020,Victoria endured the largest ever outbreak of avian influenza on record in Australia.

The outbreak involved six farms in three regions across the state testing positive between July 31 and August 25, affecting three species with three different strains of the virus.

Those responding to or affected by the detections had the additional challenge of meeting COVIDSafe requirements while bringing the outbreak under control.

The response included movement restrictions for poultry, poultry products and equipment near the infected properties and a housing order — a first for Australia — where all domestic birds in Golden Plains Shire were required to be housed to limit the interaction with wild birds.

To prove freedom from avian influenza, work has included almost 1400 surveillance visits and 2700 surveillance text messages.

Diagnostics and research atAgriBio,Agriculture Victoria’s research laboratory, have analysed 21,650 samples since the response began.

For more information, visit agriculture.vic.gov.

Four thousands turkeys at a Bairnsdale farm had to be destroyed by Agriculture Victoria last year, when a bird infected with avain flu travelled from a farm in Geelong.

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The Fast Break: neutral to wet Fox and wild dog autumn predicted for Victoria bounty returns

VICTORIA’S west experienced a generally drier and slightly cooler temperature last month, while its east was wetter and much cooler.

The ocean surface in the central Pacific has warmed to normal levels, no longer at La Niña, but still retains a large colder than normal signature underneath.

As is normal for the Pacific Ocean at this time of the year, it could go any direction and the mixed model predictions back this up.

Back-to-back La Niña, neutral or El Niño, anything is possible and the trade wind behaviour in coming months will be the overarching factor.

Despite the waning ocean signals, the atmosphere — measured by trade winds, cloud and pressure patterns — is still singing from the La Niña hymn sheet but has weakened from last month. It is all about getting decent triggers to connect with the better moisture source.

The Southern Annular Mode has been positive, and this probably influenced the wetter month for the eastern half of the state.

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THE state government’s fox and wild dog bounty collections has returned.

This year, Maffra’s fox and wild dog collection will be held from 9am until 11am on Wednesday, March 24, May 19, July 14, September 8 and October 6.

Maffra’s Agriculture Victoria depot is at 1 Stratford Rd. Yarram’s collections, which are for fox only, will be held from 2pm until 4pm on the same dates.

Yarram’s depot is on Rodgers St. People can submit entire fox scalps for a $10 reward and entire wild dog body parts for a $120 reward during scheduled collection times.

More than 874,000 fox scalps and 3900 wild dog body parts have been collected in Victoria since the fox and wild dog bounty was introduced in 2011.

Hunters must comply with COVID-safe requirements at collection centres by wearing a face mask inside or where they can’t physically distance.

Electronic funds transfer is the preferred method of payment.

For more information visit www.agriculture.vic.gov. au/bounty or phone 136 186.

Gippsland experienced wet and cool conditions last month. rainfall in autumn.

Pressure has been a normal longitude (east to west) for summer around Melbourne.

The pressure over the whole of Australia has been lower, as Victoria spent the majority of time sandwiched in a no man’s land between two highs.

My assessment of 12 climate models for Victoria shows a consensus towards wetter with sniffs of neutral rainfall and a neutral temperature forecast for the next three months.

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HEYFIELD ANNUAL AUTUMN STORE CATTLE SALE

Thursday March 25, 2021 Top quality Local and District Store Cattle

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SHORT TERM

Meetings

Friday March 12, at 11am

1350

To Let

For hire or sale. Angus, Accommodation available Limousin, Hereford, Tinamba. Contact Ron Jersey and Friesian. Very 0428 451 484. quiet. Ph. 0447 331 762.

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Deadlines for Tuesday’s paper

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Super seeder Series 2, 1 1 5 Thomson St, 14 run disc or direct drill, Saturday, March 13, god cond., $6,500. Phone starting 9am. Down sizing.

0429 451 332.

Or mail to: PO Box 159, Sale 3853

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SALE 1: 11.00am Nutrien EGL Heyfield Saleyards SALE 2: 12.30pm Seaton Selling Complex Good entries already to hand, further entries invited.

Please contact your preferred agent.

Ph: 0409 660 176 0417 369 637 0448 930 063 Ph: 0427 517 306 0408 656 270 0417 454 052 0438 924 980

This sale is strongly supported by: PINORA ANGUS - on property bull sale 24/3/2021 LEAWOOD ANGUS - property bull sale 30/3/2021

Lathe 36" metal working, 2 x Wia 400amp MIG welders, 5kva Honda Dunlite generator (new never used), 17 cfm 10 compressor, shelving unit (full of fasteners nut/bolts), engine crane hydraulic , 25hp Foton 4 x 4 tractor (new), 35hp Foton 4 x 4 tractor, 6 x 4 trailer, 6 x 4 trailer - c/w canopy, 87" Isuzu 12t truck (not registered, new engine), office furniture, industrial paint coating various sizes 20lt/4lt, assorted general hand tooling (new), multiple assortment electrical power tools (Bosch, Metabo), various assorted abrasives, grinding, cutting, sanding, gas-welding equipment, oxy, acetylene, argon, lpg, welding electrodes, trolley garage jack, parts washer, 20 ton hydraulic workshop press, MIG, TIG, gas welding consumables, leather work gloves, welding gloves, 6 x retractable 25m ext power leads, MIG welding torches, various roller bearings and housings, industrial workwear, LED truck lighting, electrical 10 phase motors (new), 3 point linkage grader blade, 1 x 8 x 5 trailer fire pump and water tank 1000lt, 20 x boxes clear safety specs, 20 x boxes industrial paper roll towels, drill sets, various packets individual drill bits, 3 x auto darkening welding helmets, tray /trailer mounted crane hydraulic, TIG welding torches, 2 x 1000w twin head worklight and 2 stand, 6 x boxes 08b - power chain, 2 x boxes, 12b, power chain, 2 x boxes, 16b, power chain, various industrial aerosol sprays, 2t chain block, socket sets, 4 x pairs safety steel toed work boots - size 9, 9.5 and 11, 12 x 5.4m x 125mm treated pine posts, some household furniture, electrical test panel variac, 3 x extension ladders wooden 20', solar power kit 5kva 10 for house.

Number system in operation photo ID required.

Contact Agent: Kevin Carrolan 0417 390 238 or Brett Lanigan 0427 517 577

www.gippslandrealestate.com

COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM

The Fingerboards Mineral Sands Mine is a major project for the local region that will support economic growth and local jobs for many years.

As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting the local community, Kalbar Operation Pty Ltd is launching a Community Grants Program to support community initiatives that enhance the quality of life, heritage, recreation and cultural opportunities and provide long lasting benefits to the wider community.

Grant funding is available for projects within the Educational, Recreational, Environmental and Social aspects of the community.

A total of $40,000 annually will be provided, consisting of five $2000 grants each quarter.

These grants must have a direct positive outcome for the local community, adding to a project in a positive and sustainable manner.

To be eligible to apply local organizations must: ● Be an organization that provides benefit to the broader community. ● The Project must be completed within six months of receipt of funds. This may be extended upon written approval from the committee should extenuating circumstances arise. ● Organizations must agree to expend grant monies only in accordance with the successful grant project application. ● The project must be based within the East Gippsland and Wellington communities. ● Applicants must detail how the project will be funded and delivered.

Applications will close 19th March 2021 at 5pm. Successful applicants will be advised in April 2021 For further information please visit our website at https://www.fingerboardsproject.com.au/

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St Mary’s Primary School Maffra

Aircraft Line Maintenance Traineeship

In partnership with AGA, Jet Aviation Defence is seeking motivated individuals to undertake an Aircraft Line Maintenance Traineeship, based at RAAF Base East Sale.

As an Aircraft Line Maintenance Trainee, you will perform a range of specified maintenance tasks on aircraft. The successful candidates will work full time for 24 months and gain valuable hands on work experience at the PC-21 Maintenance Organisation. Whilst gaining experience, trainees will undergo Nationally Recognised training via a Certificate II Aircraft Line Maintenance (MEA20518).

Apply online today at: www.aga.com.au

Teaching Position

SALE CEMETERY TRUST

Part -Time fixed term

required for

Mark Avenue area each Tuesday

Please phone Tom 5182 8756

GROUNDSKEEPER

Commencing Start of Term Two: Monday, 19th April - Friday, 17th December 2021 Two days per week (days to be confirmed) Please email the principal for more details: jslattery@stmmaffra.catholic.edu.au Applications close at 4pm 26th March 2021

Six month contract Applications are invited for the full-time position of Groundskeeper at the Sale Cemetery for a six-month period.

Responsibilities include upkeep and maintenance of the cemetery including lawn and garden care using a variety of tools and equipment; regular cleaning of toilet block; concreting; and ensuring compliance with OHS regulations. A general mechanical aptitude is desirable.

A copy of the Roles and Responsibilities can be obtained by contacting Trust Secretary, Mrs Sharyn Rees, phone 0409 514 436.

Applications should be submitted to the Secretary by COB on Monday 15 March 2021.

PO Box 1418 SALE VIC 3850 Or Email: info@salecemetery.com.au

Concrete Truck Driver

A local pre-mix concrete company requires an experienced agitator driver for a permanent position.

Please phone 5144 1588.

RENAULT LUGUNA

2003, no reg., auto, VIN 186010820610366 ready for r.w. $1950 neg.

Ph 0421 753 535.

Marine

Engagements

FIBREGLASS runabout, 4.5mt, just had 40hp Tohatsu o/b fitted and serviced, elec. start and tilt, 2 fuel tanks, Bimini, oil mixes with petrol automatically, tilt and drive on trailer, fish finder, lights, 2 batteries, both reg. some safety gear $5800. Phone 4106 4759 Morwell.

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Custom built for off-road remote. Always garaged, reg. maintained $88,000 neg. Ph 0431 940 171.

MERCEDES Benz 320E, 2001, 6 cyl, 217,000km, immac., c/c, p/s, Wi, S/R, new ent. sys. (Apple Car 24ft length, QS bed, full play etc.), cameras, r.w.c. ensuite, annex and many $7200 neg. 0419 308 917. extras. $38,000. Phone 0407 404 223.

Fixed-term part-time one day per week Term-time position Commencing as soon as possible

We seek an enthusiastic and diligent Laboratory Technician to join our Science Department to work on Wednesdays through until the end of Term 4, 2021. It is anticipated in the short-term that additional days will be required.

You will be an individual who can work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment and can undertake the practical and clerical components of the position within allocated deadlines.

For more detail on the requirements, duties and responsibilities of this role, visit the employment page of the Gippsland Grammar website at http://careers.gippslandgs.vic.edu.au Applications close 5pm Wednesday 10 March, 2021

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DIVISON 1 PRACTICE NURSE

We currently have an on-going casual vacancy for a Division 1 Nurse in our large, modern, busy, general practice in Sale. This position lends to a flexible roster and may suit a candidate looking for a second job.

Applicants will need to have good computer knowledge and the willingness to work as part of a large team is essential. The applicant must have excellent interpersonal skills, a sound knowledge of wound care, have an understanding of the current childhood immunisation program and experience in practice nursing would be preferred, but not essential. All applicants will be considered.

The role includes, but is not limited to, procedural work, chronic health management, occupational health screening, immunisations and wound care.

Please forward your current curriculum vitae to: The Practice Manager Clocktower Medical Centre PO Box 838 Sale, 3850 Applications close Monday 15th March 2021.

For all classifieds please telephone: 5143 9333 drop into our office: 74 Macalister St., Sale or email: classifieds@gippslandtimes.com.au

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If under 18, the parents signatures as well.

Birth notices: where both parents are named, signatures of both are required and telephone numbers to enable verification.

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WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021-072

MacFarlane Street Upgrade - Heyfield

All tenderers must register with Council via Wellington Shire Council’s eProcure website (www.eprocure.com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil) to obtain the tender documents or by contacting the Project Officer, Mike Kareem on (03) 5142 3156 or by email to mikek@wellington.vic.gov.au Tenders are to be lodged by email to: eprocurement@wellington.vic.gov.au. no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 31 March 2021.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

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WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021-070

Gordon Street Reconstruction Works Wellington Shire Council invites Civil Construction Contractors, to tender for the reconstruction of Gordon Street Heyfield, from George Street to Harbeck Street Practical completion date: 30 September 2021.

All tenderers must register with Council via Wellington Shire Council’s eProcure website (www.eprocure.com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil) to obtain the tender documents or by contacting the Project Engineer, Mr Harold Johnston via email: harold.johnston@wellington.vic.gov.au Tenders are to be lodged via the eProcure website no later than 2.00pm, Wednesday 7 April 2021. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

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Wellington Shire Council invites civil construction contractors, to tender for MacFarlane Street, Heyfield.

Civil works, including footpath, kerb and channel, line marking, drainage and other minor earthworks.

Practical completion date: 15 June 2021.

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CLOCKTOWER MEDICAL CENTRE

Tenders

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Laboratory Technician

Qualified Plumber

Attractive wages + annual increase + extras. ● Excellent team culture, where people MATTER! ● Opportunity for further training and career advancement Want to be more than just a number? We already have a GREAT team, but we need to grow it! Qualified plumbers, if you've got what it takes, join us!

So, what do we need from you? ● Current VIC Plumbing Registration ● Current driver's licence (manual) ● Industry Induction Card ● Great communication skills ● Positive attitude ● At least 12 months experience as a qualified plumber ● Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team ● Ability to use technology (use of our mobile app is a daily part of the role. Don't worry though, full training will be provided!).

To apply, please send us an email with your resume to s.robinson@laserplumbing.com.au ●

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Birthdays

ROMA 2004

Optus Store Sale

Michael Koch Pty Ltd is an independently owned Optus Franchise operating in Warragul, Mid Valley, Traralgon, Sale and Bairnsdale (opening soon!).

Are you a sales gun?

Do you enjoy working in a competitive team environment? We are looking for highly motivated sales people to join our team at Sale.

As a sales associate at Optus you will work with customers in a face-to-face environment to qualify their needs and offer them the best solutions. You will become promoters of the business by building strong relationships with customers by establishing a great rapport.

What makes you perfect for this role?

Retail sales experience is highly regarded, but not essential. Must be available to work weekdays 9am - 5.30pm and some Saturday mornings. You're tech savvy and have an interest in telecommunications.

You're self-motivated, and have a positive can-do attitude.

Why do our team love working for us?

We are fun and supportive; we provide paid training. We also offer competitive remuneration, a performance based commission structure, awesome employee benefits and discounts!

Apply now with your cover letter and CV to: The Manager 'Yes' Optus Sale. sale@yesoptus.com.au or deliver in person to: 335 Raymond St, Sale Vic. 3850.

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2013 VW Caddy Maxi Crew van, 4 door, diesel, manual, roof racks, tow bar, air cond., cruise, excellent cond., ZUW-635 $17,500. 0409 539 649.

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BEECHEY, Alan John.

"Beech" Born 22/06/1939 Cash paid for older caravans. Phone Ken Passed away peacefully March 4, 2021 at CGH. 0418 547 047.

Adored husband of Ruth.

Loving father and fatherin-law of Geoff (dec.), Julie and Alf, Dianne and John, Leanne and Shane, Sue and Steve, Janine and Ollie, and Danielle.

Loved Poppy/ Pa to his 15 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS

WANTED

13CABS Sale

Are you looking for a job that enables you to: ● Work Stress Free at your own pace. ● Work Flexible Hours ● Supplement your Everyday Salary, Pension or Super Income Stream. ● Is Family Friendly Speak to us today about becoming a driver at 13Cabs.

To be eligible all you need is: ● A current full Victorian Drivers Licence ● Be medically fit to drive ● Pass a National Criminal History Check To arrange a confidential discussion, please contact the Manager on 0417 373766

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You'll never be forgotten, That simply cannot be as long as I am living, I'll carry you with me, safety tucked within my heart.

Your light will always shine. A glowing ember never stilled, throughout the end of time. No matter what the future brings or what may lie ahead I know that you will walk with me along the path I tread. So rest, my angel, be at peace and let your soul fly free. One day I will join your glorious flight for all eternity.

Loving wife Ruth (Chooka).

Dad, A kind and caring man, forever in our hearts.

Love always Larn, Shane, Ricky and Rachael and Chelsey xxxxx We will miss you Pop. Rick and Chels.

To a beautiful soul who taught us to love deeply.

You'll be missed.

- Sue, Steve, Amber, Jared, Ava, Hannah and Lachlan, Sabrina, and Brandy.

My beautiful Dad, I could keep writing until my fingers bleed, but I know I don't need to. You knew how special you were to me. Thank you for shaping me into the same kind and caring person you were. I'm beyond proud to call you my Dad. Love Neen (Nink-e-Nonk) xox Al/ Dad, Thank you for being the Dad I never had, the memories you made with us all will last with me forever. So caring, modest and loving, you may have left us for now but will never be forgotten. Until we meet again, I know you will be looking over us.

Love Ollie xx Love you my best mate Poppy. Thank you for always being by my side since I was born, and I will continue to make you proud.

Love Jack xx

Poppy, My mind still talks to you, my heart still looks for BAIRD, Margaret Dawn.

Passed away peacefully you, but my soul knows you're at peace. on February 14, 2021.

Loved mother of Leanne, Forever my #1 Love you forever. mother-in-law of Kevin.

Grandmother of Michael - Ellie Jean xxx and Chelsea, Benjamin, Nicholas and Lauren, My Dad, my world Lachlan and Teagan, I just can't explain the heartache and pain I'm James and Dana.

Great grandmother of feeling at the moment.

I'm so proud to have you Audrey and Aria.

In accordance with as my Dad. I know you'll Margaret's wishes, she watch over me for the rest was laid to rest following a of my life and keep me safe. So many great private service. memories I'll cherish every single day. I believe you stayed strong for me as the last two days we had together at home were the best two days you'd had in two weeks.

Love you so much Dad. 'Til we meet again.

Forever in my heart.

Love BABE xoxo BEECHEY, Alan John.

Passed away 04/03/2021.

Father of Geoffrey (dec.), Julie and Dianne.

Loving Pa of Erin, Craig and Dale; Tessa, Sam, George and Angela in WA. Great Pa of Zahli, Lane, Sofia and Bonnie and extended family members.

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BEECHEY, Alan John.

Passed away March 4, 2021.

Devoted and loved son of Tom and Jean (both dec.).

Loved and cherished brother of Doris and Charlie (dec.), Colin (dec.), Gael and David, Graham (dec.), Sam and Margaret, Janine and Max, Pat and Frank.

Dearly loved and respected by all his nieces and nephews. Reunited with his son Geoff, Mum, Dad, Colin, Graham and Charlie.

Cherished memories we all have to keep forever.

RIP The world changes from year to year.

Our lives from day to day. . . but the love and memory of you shall never pass away.

Loving memories of you Alan, a loving brother and amazing Uncle.

- Doris, Charlie (dec.), Craig, Jacqui, Mark and families.

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BOOTH, Denis The Stratford Mechanics Hall Committee extend our condolences to Kath and the family.

Denis was always willing to help our hall in any way he could.

We will miss his unassuming willingness to our community.

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JENNINGS, Rex William.

11/2/1936 - 5/3/2021 Dearly loved son of May and Reg Jennings (both dec.).

Loved brother and brother-in-law of June and Norm Lay (both dec.), Reg and Wilma, Dorothy and Bruce Dunlop (both dec.), Marie and Russell Thorson, Kay and Buck Linaker.

Uncle Rex to a great number.

When family chains are broken, it's never quite the same, BOOTH, Denis But as God takes us one The Stratford Fire Brigade by one, we will meet extend their sincere again. condolences to the family and friends on the passing of our esteemed member LANIGAN (nee Astill), of 60 years, Denis.

Marjorie.

He will be sadly missed.

5/5/1922 - 1/3/2021 Daughter of Edward and Caroline Astill (both dec.).

BOOTH, Denis.

A true-blue champion. Sister of Dorothy Holding (dec.), Edith Lavell (dec.), You were such a great Frances Boyd (dec.), example to all of us.

A generous man who Alfred Astill (dec.), Gladys worked hard, loved life, Murrell (dec.), William family and friends. If they Astill and Stanley Astill were all like you Denis the (dec.). world would be a better Treasured memories of a wonderful sister to Bill and place.

'Auntie Marj' to all Bill's "True Story" family.

- Pauline and Skin.

Condolences to Marj's family. Formerly of Sale.

To be reunited with husband Kevin (dec.) in Sale.

BEECHEY, Alan.

Aged 81 years.

Passed away March 4, 2021.

Beautiful big Bro of Dorrie, much loved brother-in-law and good mate of Charlie (dec.).

We share a lifetime of memories, 80 years in all, moving to Straty in 1945 until our last goodbye on Wednesday.

Love you forever.

BOOTH, Denis.

- Dorrie.

A giant of a man in so many ways. Warm, friendly, gentle, happy, helpful and caring with a heart of gold. Denis will be very sadly missed by all members of the Stratford Men's Shed.

BEECHEY, Alan John.

Passed away March 4, 2021 Dearly loved big brother of Janine, good mate of Max, respected and much-loved uncle of Glynn, Alisha, Jas and families.

A Strong man with a heart of gold.

Gone but never forgotten.

A true gentleman, champion and loyal friend to all.

BOOTH, Denis.

Denis was such a good friend and support to the Stratford Fire Brigade Ladies Auxiliary. He was always willing to help out in any way.

A true gentleman who will be dearly missed.

To Kath, Bronwyn, Peter and family, our love and sincere sympathy to you all.

CORLIS (nee Fitt), Karen.

Passed away March 5, 2021 in QLD. Loved sister to Graeme, sister-in-law to Maryanne.

Loved aunty to Rod and You will be in my special Meg, Mark and Susan, and Jackie, and families. memories forever.

For having you in our Love you Uncle Al. lives, we have all been - Alisha. blessed, But now the time has My Uncle Alan, What a great man. You arrived for you to rest. will be dearly missed by many.

Thank you for always JENNINGS, Rex William.

(Boofy) being in my corner and being a massive supporter Passed away peacefully of mine along with Uncle at Laurina Lodge, Heyfield on March 5, 2021, Graham.

Keep punching mate, until surrounded by his family.

Aged 85 years. we meet again.

Dearly beloved husband - Jason. of Yvonne (dec.).

A true gentleman, always Loved and loving father Wayne, Timothy, smiling. A man I'm proud of Kerrianne and Brett. to call my uncle.

Father-in-law of Robyn - Glynn. and Brett.

A cherished Pop and Great Pop to all his grandchildren.

Reunited with Yvonne BEECHEY, Alan.

Passed away March 4, Rex's family extend their 2021. thanks and For my very special grateful to the "brother" for my loss I feel appreciation Doctors, Nurses and staff today, But memories are mine to at Laurina Lodge and Sale keep and will never fade Hospital for their care of Rex. away.

RIP Al. Fly high with your JENNINGS, Rex William. precious Saints.

11/2/1936 - 5/3/2021 - Gael and friend to David.

A beautiful life has come to an end, you died as you lived, everyone's friend.

Always so friendly, BOOTH, Denis generous and kind, few in A great mate and friend this world equal to find. who was a pure gentle- Dearly loved brother of man in every way. We Kay and brother-in-law of loved spending time with Buck. Loved uncle of him amd Kath and the Clint, Jan, David and kids. We hope Kath and Debbie. Great uncle of the kids know how sad- Jane, Kegan, Steven, dened we both are.

Maddie, Annie, Chris, Billy Love to you all. and Ned. - Darryl and Val Mildenhall Reunited with Yvonne

MADELEY (nee Telling), Patricia Mary.

30/6/1953 - 28/2/2021 Passed away peacefully at home after a long, courageous battle, aged 67 years.

Forever loved, remembered and dearly missed

by Denis, Steve, Loz, Cindy, Brad, Johnny, Sebastian and Alfred.

You were an inspiration Trish, time to rest easy 'til we meet again.

MADELEY, Patricia (nee Telling).

An amazing sister, loved sister-in-law and dear aunty. Cherished memories of Christmas and Boxing Day celebrations. We will miss your bubbly personality, beautiful, contagious smile and caring nature.

Our hearts are with Denis, Steve, Cindy, Sebastian, Alfred, Lauren, Brad and Johnny at this sad time.

Rest peacefully Trish.

Love always Richard, Kathleen, Madeleine, Jackson, Nathan and Daniel.

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PHILLIPS, John.

Great friend and neighbour of 30 years.

Will be sadly missed in Turnbull Street, Sale.

- John and Mickie Atkinson.

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PHILLIPS, John.

The members of the Sale and District RSL Bowls Section offer their condolences to the family of our great mate and RSL member John.

WEBB, Lyndon.

Keep bowling upstairs.

In memory of our friend and fellow Rotarian THOMAS, Colan John.

Lyndon Webb called to Of Stratford. higher service on March Passed away suddenly at 2, 2021 home on March 2, 2021.

Members of the Rotary Aged 68 years.

Club of Sale extend their Dearly loved husband of sincere condolences to Sandra.

Carmel and family on the Dearly loved father and passing of their husband father-in-law of Alison and and father.

Ross, Linsay and Luke, Lyndon was the epitome Neil and Maxine, Jarryd of Rotary service above and Maddy. self, joining the Rotary Dearest Pa of Jay, Luke, Club of Sale in November Lara, Annie, Eden, Amity 2001, serving as Club and a little granddaughter President in 2012/13, soon to arrive.

Club Foundation Chair in 2015/16 and 2017/18 and To well loved to ever be honoured as a Paul Harris forgotten.

Fellow in 2018. His fellow A beautiful heart has colleagues will greatly stopped. miss his wisdom and wit.

We love you forever.

WEBB, Lyndon Meredith.

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Central Gippsland Health.

A loving and caring husband to Carmel and devoted father to Belinda and son-in-law Peter and Robert (dec.).

You will always be in our hearts and we will cherish the wonderful life we had together.

A true gentleman always.

His style and pursuit of perfection unrivalled.

He faced his health challenges with great strength and courage.

Funerals

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KRUGER. A funeral service for Mrs Christine Merle Kruger WAS HELD on Tuesday March 2, 2021.

MADELEY (nee Telling) A private funeral service for Mrs Patricia Mary 'Trish' Madeley will be held at the Sale Baptist Church at 1pm on FRIDAY (March 12, 2021).

Please see our website for Livestream details.

Kids’ sport vouchers

A VICTORIAN-first program to provide vouchers of up to $200 each for sporting equipment, uniforms and memberships is now open, potentially providing a major boost to the budgets of thousands of families.

The first of up to 100,000 vouchers are now available through the Get Active Kids program.

The vouchers are available for children aged four to 18 who live in Victoria, are named on a current Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card and also named on a valid Medicare Card.

Second-hand equipment and uniforms bought that meet the eligibility criteria can be claimed as part of the program, as well as new equipment and uniforms.

Applications for vouchers in round one of Get Active Kids will close on April 11. To apply or for more information, visit getactive.vic.gov.au/ vouchers

Bridge scoreboard

SALE Bridge Club results: THOMAS The funeral service for Mr Colan John Thomas will be held at the Stratford Lawn Cemetery on SATURDAY (March 13, 2021) commencing at 1pm.

March 1, Real Deal, north-south: 1st L Robinson-T Nadebaum, 2nd H Gault-R Gault; east-west: 1st M Simon-L Roland, 2nd J Foster-J Embling.

March 3, north-south: 1st K Tierney-P Lonie, 2nd H Cantwell-A Hensen, 3rd H Gault-L Robinson; east-west: 1st H Porter-N Jones, 2nd W Smits-T McNally, 3rd J Page-D Braham.

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WEBB Funerals The funeral service for Mr Lyndon Meredith Webb will be held in our Geoff Rossetti Memorial Chapel, Bereavement 1390 Maffra Road, Sale In Memoriam BEECHEY Thanks (next to Sale Cemetery) A graveside service for on WEDNESDAY (March Mr Alan John Beechey will 10, 2021) commencing at COX, Elizabeth (Elly).

HARVEY (Tobin), be held at the Stratford 1pm.

Remembering you Elly at Betty Mina.

Lawn Cemetery at 11am this time.

January 28, 2021. on MONDAY (March 15, A private cremation will All my love, Janny xxx Glenyss, Louise and John 2021). and their families have follow. been overwhelmed by the For those unable to love and support we have attend, a "Facebook Live" received since Mum's broadcast of the service passing, with beautiful will take place at https: WEBB, Lyndon. flowers, cards, visits, //www.facebook.com/ We will miss that big smile phone calls, messages gippslandfuneralservices you always greeted us and of course food. with.

She was a true lady, well A true gentleman. loved and touched so Our thoughts are with FRANK. many lives in her 97 Carmel, Belinda, and A funeral service for years, especially in the Peter at the sad time.

Mr Walter Karl Frank Maffra, Boisdale, Heyfield - Wayne, Angela and all WAS HELD on Friday and Seaspray areas. the staff at Todd Clinics March 5, 2021.

On behalf of the family, Sale. grandchildren and great In Memoriam grandchildren, we thank WEBB, Lyndon Meredith. you all from the bottom of LINSEN, Hans Henry.

The Mayor, Councillors, our hearts.

COX, Elizabeth ( Elly).

15/4/1937 - 6/3/2017 CEO and Staff of We will all miss her and March 9, 2020.

We think of you often. she has left a big hole in Wellington Shire Council If Roses grow in Heaven, You're forever missed. extend their sincere all our lives.

Lord, please pick a bunch - Jemma, Aaron, Niah, Also thank you Brad and condolences on the pass- GOULDEN. from us.

Skye, Wendy, Tam and team from Lett's Funerals ing of former Chief A funeral service for Executive Officer Mr Mrs Margaret Therese Place them in our Pete. for creating a fitting Mother's arms, and tell Lyndon Webb, who Goulden farewell for Betty. of Yarram her they're from us. served as CEO for WAS HELD on Tuesday, Tell her that we love her, Funeral Directors Wellington Shire Council March 2, 2021. and miss her every day, from 2001 - 2009. and when she turns to As well as an admired smile, leader, mentor and friend Place a kiss upon her to many in Wellington, cheek, and hold her for a Lyndon was deeply while.

FUNERAL DIRECTORS respected across VictorBecause remembering We offfer f care, compassion and service ian local government for her is easy, we do it every his energy and passion. with diignity, for the people of Gippsland day, We extend our deepest Caring and personal 24-hour service But there's an ache within sympathy to his wife GRIFFIN. Chapel facilities available.

Carmel, daughter Belinda A funeral service for in our hearts, that will 67 Macarthur Street, Sale and to his wider family Mr James Michael Griffin never go away.

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Comfortable uniforms boost girls’ participation SPORTING clubs and schools have been encouraged to consider the findings of a new study which highlights the importance of uniforms in making girls feel comfortable and more likely to participate in sport.

State Community Sport Minister Ros Spence launched the study by Victoria University, which examines the role uniforms play in increasing the confidence of girls to participate in sport and physical activity.

The findings also provide valuable insights into adolescent girls’ views on what aspects of sport uniforms make them feel confident and comfortable to play sport.

More than 300 Victorian girls aged between 12 and 18 completed the study survey — and the findings produced some consistent feedback regarding current sport uniform options and what types of clothing options they prefer.

The key characteristics identified were uniforms that make girls feel ready for sport; clothing that fits them well; dark coloured shorts, skirts and pants; uniforms made from appropriate materials; no unisex clothing, and options which do not make girls feel over-exposed.

The research highlights the type of sports uniforms available to girls when deciding to play sport is a critical factor when it comes to them feeling confident about being active.

“Sports uniforms are an important factor when it comes to participation and retention of girls in sport and physical activity,” Minister Spence said.

“This research will help guide decision-makers at community clubs and schools, providing valuable insight into what aspects of sports uniforms are important to girls and how some uniform options could be a barrier to participation.”

Professor Clare Hanlon from the Institute of Health and Sport at Victoria University said the findings were for the benefit of girls in Victoria to enable them to feel comfortable, confident and ready to play sport knowing they were wearing uniforms designed for girls that were the right colour and fit, and were functional.

Bennett ttt in the record books

A LOCAL water skier has successfully landed herself in the record books.

Seventeen-year-old Milla Bennett (pictured) broke a Victorian record at the highly-regarded Mulwala four-round slalom event.

The old record (one and a half buoys at 12 metre rope lengt gth t travelling at 55 kilometres per hour) was held by one of her mentors, Jacinta Carroll, a former Geelong water ski sensation now based in Queensland. Bennett recorded two buoys at 12m at 55kph.

In January at the Australian Masters, she also won the under 17 title. Her fine fii form could not have come at a better time as she prepared for the world-famous Moomba Masters at the weekend.

Traditionally it is held on Melbourne’s Yarra River, but because of COVID it was relocated to Mulwala.

Bennett competed in three event competitions — trick, slalom and jump.

The Moomba Masters began with the Junior Moomba Invitational for two days of competition, followed by the Moomba Masters and Wakeboard Invitational Championships and water ski kii promotions.

“It will be a great grr lead up to the Victori rian i titles to be held during Easter,” Bennett said.

Bennett is studyi yingYear i 11 at Gippsland Grammar, and is a member of the Latrobe Valley Water Ski Club.

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Good Sports offers new clubs $1000

THE Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s Good Sports team has announced $1000 is up for grabs for community sports clubs across Victoria which are passionate about creating the best sporting experience for their members and guests.

Local clubs can go into the draw by signing up to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s free Good Sports program before March 25.

Winners are expected to be announced in April, with $1000 to be awarded to a community sports club in each state and territory.

Alcohol and Drug Foundation chief executive Erin Lalor said the Good Sports team was proudly working with almost 10,000 community sporting clubs across Australia and more than 2000 in Victoria.

“More than 2.7 million Australians are so far involved in Good Sports clubs, building a healthier sporting nation,” she said.

“We want more clubs to join the program, so they too can benefit.”

Good Sports provides clubs with free tools, resources and practical support to implement initiatives around alcohol management, tobacco and safe transport.

Good Sports is proven to reduce risky drinking at participating clubs by 37 per cent, and has seen a reduction of alcohol-related accidents among Good Sports club members and supporters by 42 per cent.

“The Good Sports program encourages systemic changes in club culture to promote long-term positive health outcomes,” Dr Lalor said.

“All local clubs across Victoria have the opportunity to be leaders in their communities by joining Good Sports. The free program is available for a variety of clubs, from those with liquor licenses, to clubs where alcohol is only consumed occasionally, to those that are completely alcohol and smoke-free.”

For more information about Good Sports and the chance for clubs to win $1000, visit goodsports. com.au/join/

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The Gippsland Water Dragons will take part in the Race the Rubeena event this month.

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Water Dragons to take on the ‘Rubeena’

GIPPSLAND’S new dragon boat club will ‘Race The Rubeena’ this month, when the popular fundraiser makes a return after it was cancelled last year because of the coronavirus pandemic.

The Sale-based Gippsland Water Dragons, which formed in November last year, will take on the Rubeena for the five kilometre dash from Longford’s Swing Bridge to the Port of Sale.

The club is inviting anyone who wants to try paddling against Gippsland’s heritage wooden boat, the Rubeena, to join in the fun.

The race on Saturday, March 28, is a fundraiser for Rotary, with runners taking on a 5km or 10km footrace with the Rubeena boat along the Thomson River.

But for the first time dragon boat members from

the Gippsland Water Dragons will also try to outpaddle the Rubeena along the river.

Gippsland Water Dragons president Heather Watts said they wanted to do the race to help with the fundraising effort and give members a challenge.

The club last month competed in its first Dragon Boat Victoria regatta in Falls Creek, however several other scheduled events, including the Luna Festival event in Melbourne, have been cancelled.

“With a few dragon boat regattas being called off because of COVID-19, we thought this might be a great local race we could participate in,”Watts said.

“And it’s given members a chance to train harder, knowing they will soon be taking on the Rubeena.”

Watts said they wanted to give others the chance

to join the race, and are inviting non-members to participate.

“If you have always wanted to Race The Rubeena, but running against the boat is not your thing, then join us for a paddle,” she said.

Watts said they have attracted a lot of new members since launching in November, with all ages and abilities welcome to try out the sport for free for a month.

People interested in being part of the dragon boat club’s Race the Rubeena effort, need to participate in at least one training paddle before the event.

The club trains at the Port of Sale on Tuesdays from 5.30pm and Sunday 10am.

For more information, contact the club via Facebook or email gippslandwaterdragons@gmail.com

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Grants for clubs hit by lockdown

NEW support has been announced for grassroots sporting clubs affected by the recent five-day lockdown, with funding available through the state government’s Sporting Club Grants Program.

Grants of up to $2000 are available under the Sporting Club Grants Program’s Circuit Breaker Event Support category.

The new category is available for clubs which incurred costs which could not be recouped after events or activities were cancelled or postponed because of the February 12 to 17 lockdown. Costs which can be claimed include cancellation fees, lost booking fees and the loss of perishable goods.

An additional coronavirus recovery category is also being delivered to provide up to $5000 for leagues and associations.

Other Sporting Club Grants categories provide payments of up to $1000 for new uniforms and equipment, up to $5000 for training coaches, officials and volunteers and up to $5000 to improve club operational effectiveness.

Applications for the Sporting Grants Program are open until March 18, or earlier if funding is exhausted, at sport.vic.gov.au/ grants-and-funding

Maffra’s Sam Whelan makes a drive to the basket during the Country Basketball League grand final on Saturday night.

Maffra’s Coby Burgiel scored 10 points for the home side during the grand final against the Moe Meteors.

Dragons defeat Power

THE Gippsland Power under 19 girls’ football team lost to the Sandringham Dragons on Sunday in Morwell.

The Dragons won by 56 points, 12.4 (76) to 3.2 (20).

The Power’s best players were Grace McRae, Grace Matser and Matilda Van Berkel.

The Power will return to Ronald Reserve, Morwell, this Sunday to play the Calder Cannons from 11.30am.

On the links

Maffra

The Eagles’ Frazar Brouns, pictured here successfully keeping Moe’s Stephen O’Brien scoreless, played a huge role in Maffra’s strong defence.

Maffra’s James Whelan passes the ball through the key while teammate Elliot Hunt screens Moe’s Simon Vannapraseuth.

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Finnick finishes second in Stony Creek Cup David Braithwaite

FINNICK, trained by Susie Wells at Sale, finished second in the $85,000 Stony Creek Cup on Sunday.

The six-year-old gelding, with Patrick Moloney in the saddle, ran down the outside in the home straight, finishing the 2100 metre race two and a quarter lengths behind the winner Skelm, trained

by Terry Kelly at Coghills Creek near Ballarat and ridden by Jason Benbow.

Finnick was returning from a three-week freshening following a win at Stony Creek last month.

Wells and Moloney had more success on the day, finishing with Achaeus winning a 0-58 handicap over 1600m.

The five-year gelding got the better of Avozinha late, enjoying a second win from 18 starts by a head.

Earlier, Stryke A Nerv finished third for Wells and Moloney in another 0-58 handicap, this time

over 1000m.

The six-year-old mare led the field into the home straight, but was passed late by winner Yankee Lou and runner-up Captain Ryder.

Lochend Rocky Roy, trained by Peter Worthington at Sale, won a 1600m maiden.

Ridden by Arron Lynch, the four-year-old gelding, coming off a second placing in his previous start at Sale, led much of Sunday’s race, taking it by threequarters of a length from a fast-finishing Butlers Beach.

Back-to-back wins for Swift

By Design

SWIFT By Design claimed back-to-back wins for Rosedale greyhound trainer Carolyn Jones.

Following a win at Cranbourne late last month, the dog won a 515 metre grade five during the metro meeting at The Meadows on Friday night.

Eilish, trained by Des Douch at Maffra, led in the early stages, but was passed by Hebridean Black and then Swift By Design to finish in third place.

ROSEDALE trainers Jeff and Sharon-Lee Chignell had two second placings in 515m grade five races during Thursday night’s metro meet at Sandown Park.

Jenny Kay Rose led her race most of the way, but was passed by He Shall Blitz late.

A $45.80 chance at the tote for her race, Annie Rose finished four lengths behind Lakeview Walter, trained at Metung by Monique Whelan.

CASTLE Sween, trained by Gary McMillan at Nambrok, won a 300m grade five by two and a half lengths at Healesville on Saturday morning.

At the same track the next morning, Concrete Fever, trained at Munro by Carolyn Cook, claimed a third win from nine starts by taking out a 350m mixed grade six and seven.

March 3, men's stableford: A grade: K Newsome 37, B grade: J Gray 36, C grade: D Lamont 38; DTL: C Hunt 37, A Naylor 36, N Gutteridge 35, S Patten 35, D Mulcahy 35, T McConnell 35, G Parker 34, J Shepard 34, B Dawes 33; NTP: 2nd R Dare, 7th A Naylor, 11th P Alcock, 12th L Jones, 16th B Dawes.

March 4, women's stableford: division one: R Walker 38, division two: J Vardy 38, division three: M Durrant 34; DTL: L Noble 37, L Higgins 34, R Stewart 33, N Pratt 32, M Bates 32, D Lanigan 31; NTP: 2nd K Kemp, 7th M Bates, 12th R Walker, 16th (second shot) L Noble.

Sale

March 3, men's stroke: A grade: D Wheeler 67, runner-up M Brickle 68cb; B grade: A Jenkins 68, runner-up G Angel 70; DTL: A Taylor 68, D Wright 70, R Walker 70, J Collins 71, B Wood 71, J Ball 71, J Graham 72, B Croaker 72, D Salerman 72, C French 72, T Millar 72, D Fraser; NTP: 3rd E Dowsett, 6th T Graham, 11th I Glover, 14th B Cashman.

March 4, men's veteran nine-hole stableford: G Angel 19, runner-up P Neligan 17; DTL: T Hickling 15; women's: W Moulton 20, runner-up M Jones 17; NTP: 3rd M Jones.

March 6, men's 4BBB stableford: B Wood-I Jones 46, runners-up A Heatherington-G Thomson 45; DTL: K Curtis-P Jones 44, J Wake-R Wain 44, S McDonald-K McDonald 44, B Coleman-J Tatterson 43, R Humphryis-T Claffey 43, D Fraser-S Mackenzie 43, R Stephenson-R Schuback 43; NTP: 3rd E Dowsett, 6th R Burns, 11th D Adamson, 14th A Patten; women's stableford: M White 38; NTP: 11th M White.

March 7, mixed 4BBB stableford: winners B Larsen-H Wood 45, runners-up S Kirkpatrick-M Kirkpatrick 44cb; DTL: H Angel-G Angel 44, A Smith-E Dowsett 44, M Johns-M Tomlinson 44, W Brownlee-N Wagland 43, T Potter-P Neligan 43; NTP: 3rd R Burns, 6th E Dowsett, 11th (second shot) H Wood, 14th G Angel.

Heyfield

March 6, men’s stroke monthly medal: A grade: J Sunderman 72, runner-up G Watts 73; B grade and medal: P Hammond 67; runner-up B Roberts 72; DTL: A Clyma; NTP: 3rd S Anderson, 9th G McInnes, 18th H Barnes; nine-hole stableford: K Evelyn 17.

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Season down to final four David Braithwaite

Sale-Maffra Cricket Association

FIRST STT GRADE - ROUND 14 (RESCHEDULED) BOISDALE-BRIAGOLONG defeated by COLLEGIANS Boisdale-Bria golong M Roberts .................. c J Malone b M Nicholls 6 T M ann ....................... c S A nd d erson b T M orrii son 4 S Noble ...................... c T Morrison b S Anderson 39 L Bolton ..................... c T Morrison b I Love 10 T Langshaw ............... lbw I Love 6 D Bolton..................... b S Anderson 2 L Howard ................... run out (J Malone) 0 J Lash ......................... b NE Hurley 1 K Randle .................... b S Anderson 0 M Donald ................... b N Hurley 5 E Phelan-Penson ..... not out 2 Extras 10 Tot al (33.1 overs) 85 Bowling: NE Hurley 7.1/1/2/19, T Morrison 6/0/1/18, M N ic h ol l s 5 / 0 / 1 / 20 , I Lo v e 8 / 1 / 2/ 19 , S A n d e rs on 7/2/3/8 Collegians Z Hurley ..................... c M Donald b TW Mann 8 B Hurley ..................... c T Langshaw b M Donald 4 I Love .......................... lbw J Lash 39 C Morrison ................ not out 26 NE Hurley................... not out 10 Extras 3 Tot al (19.5 overs) 3/90 Bowling: T Mann 6/3/1/14, M Donald 8/0/1/36, J Lash 4/0/1/9, S May 1/0/0/13, D Bolton 0.5/0/0/15 BUNDALAGUAH defeated by ROSEDALE-KILMANY Rosedale-Kilmany A Diamond ................ b J Wynd 27 A Wright ..................... lbw N Whitford 3 B Scott ....................... b S Bedggood 72 R Diamond ................ b N Whitford 63 C Freshwater ............. c S Spoljaric b N Whitford 20 D Rowley .................... st N Hibbins b S Spoljaric 5 M Walters .................. not out 0 C Whiteoak ............... not out 2 Extras 19 CC (40 overs) 6/211 Bowling: N Whitford 8/0/3/39, S Spoljaric 8/1/1/28, G Munasinghe 8/1/0/38, N French 2/0/0/16, S Bedggood 6/0/1/27, J Wynd 8/0/1/56 Bundala guah N Hibbins .................. c C Whiteoak b D Rowley 4 J Langshaw ................ c C Whiteoak b B Scott 8 S Spoljaric ................ c D Rowley b B Reid 47 K O’Reilly ................... c M Walters b J Diamond 5 S Bedggood .............. c ? b R Diamond 23 T O’Reilly ................... c A Diamond b J Diamond 0 J Wynd ........................ c R Diamond b B Reid 5 J Read ........................ lbw B Fleming 8 N French .................... c M Walters b B Fleming 0 N Whitford ................. st C Whiteoak b B Fleming 0 G Munasinghe .......... not out 0 Extras 8 Tot al (29.1 overs) 108 Bowling: D Rowley 8/1/1/36, B Scott 4/1/1/5, J Diamond 6/0/2/23, R Diamond 4/1/1/9, B Reid 4.1/0/2/20, B Fleming 3/0/3/15 MAFFRA defeated LONGFORD Ma ffra D Bedggood................. b B Hornby 94 L Hopkins ..................... c M Johns b K Macgregor-Davies 3 J Davis ........................... c A Tyson b S Smith 60 B Lanigan ..................... lbw A Tyson 0 Z Durrant ...................... not out 53 B Durrant ...................... c A Tyson b S Smith 0 C Bailey......................... c&b K Macgregor-Davies 15 B Sly ............................... c A Tyson b K Macgregor-Davies 2 H Nettleton .................. c B McMaster b K Macgregor-Davies 0 M Bennett .................... c J Heywood b P Moylan 7 Extras 10 CC (40 overs) 9/244 B o w l i n g : K M a c g re g o r- D a v i e s 8 / 0 / 4 / 4 0 , P M o y l a n 7/0/1/38, A Tyson 8/0/1/37, P Love 5/0/0/38, B Hornby 7/0/1/63, S Smith 5/0/2/27 Longford M Johns ......................... run out (J Davis, B Lanigan) 4 K Macgregor-Davies .. b NA Magnuson 9 A Tyson .......................... c B Sly b J Davis 10 S Smith.......................... c N Magnuson b B Durrant 11 B McMaster ................. b M Bennett 22 J Heywood .................... c B Sly b B Durrant 6 W White ........................ not out 26 M White......................... lbw N Magnuson 14 B Hornby ....................... c D Bedggood b N Magnuson 0 P Love ............................ c NA Magnuson b B Sly 1 P Moylan ....................... not out 0 Extras 15 CC (40 overs) 9/118 Bowling: N Magnuson 8/1/3/22, D Bedggood 4/0/0/14, J D a v i s 3 / 0 / 1 / 9 , D G r i f f i t h s 6 / 2 / 0 / 10 , B D u r r a n t 8/1/2/24, M Bennett 6/1/1/19, H Nettleton 4/1/0/15, B Sly 1/0/1/3 SALE defeated by STRATFORD Sale D Padula......................... c S Williams b S Anstee 13 H Glover.......................... b S Williams 20 R Blandford ................... b S Anstee 25 J Mayman ....................... c T Tatterson b A Tatterson 0 B Jones ........................... b B Walker 42 M Raidal ......................... b B Walker 41 L Carman........................ not out 8 J Granger ........................ b S Williams 1 L Mowat .......................... run out (T Wrigglesworth) 2 A Nicholas ..................... not out 4 Extras 23 CC (40 overs) 8/179 Bowling: L Channing 2/0/0/13, E Albrecht 3/0/0/15, B Walker 8/0/2/42, S Williams 8/0/2/28, A Tatterson 8/0/1/17, S Anstee 8/1/2/33, T Wrigglesworth 3/0/0/27 Stratford A Tatterson ................ lbw J Mayman 23 C Hassett ................... c B Jones b L Mowat 55 T Tatterson ................ not out 74 C Aurisch ................... not out 18 Extras 10 Tot al (35 overs) 2/180 Bowling: A Nicholas 5/0/0/35, J Mayman 5/0/1/22, B J o n e s 7 / 0 / 0 / 41, B H o w e s 8 / 2 / 0 / 19 , L G a l l a g h e r 6/0/0/42, L Mowat 4/0/1/16

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Stratf tford’s f Bohdi Walker claimed tw two w crucial Sale wickets tss in an over.

Sale captain Rohan Blandford.

THE top four teams on the Sale-Maffra cricket ladder heading into final round secured their hold on a semi-final berth.

With the top two winning on Saturday, Stratford claimed the minor premiership ahead of Maffra thanks for a superior net run rate.

Collegians replaced Boisdale-Briagolong in third place, earning them a semi-final at Maffra this Saturday. The Saints, who finished ahead of Sale thanks to a better net run rate, will head to Stratford for the other semi-final.

STRATFORD ended Sale’s premiership defence with a big victory at Sale Oval.

The Swans scored a competitive 8-179 from their 40 overs, but the visitors passed that total for the loss of just two wickets with 15 overs to spare.

Hayden Glover looked to give the Sale innings a positive start until Simon Williams was introduced into the attack and bowled Glover for 20.

Captain Rohan Blandford tried to continue Glover’s work, until he was bowled by Sam Anstee for 25.

Coming together at 4-84, Ben Jones and Matt Raidal added 79 runs before the latter was bowled

by Bohdi Walker for 41 in the 37th over. Two balls later, Walker disrupted Jones’ stumps, dismissing him for 42 from 43 deliveries.

Walker, Williams and Anstee each finished with two wickets.

The partnership between Jones and Raidal ensured the Swans had a decent score to defend, however the Stratford batsmen had other ideas.

Andrew Tatterson scored 23 runs from 19 before his stay in the middle came to an end when John Mayman trapped him leg before wicket.

Cormac Hassett and captain Taylor Tatterson batted the Redbacks to within touching distance of victory, putting on 114 for the second wicket.

Hassett was caught off Lucas Mowat’s bowling for 55, but Taylor (who finished unbeaten on 74) and Chris Aurisch saw the visitors claim the win.

COLLEGIANS secured a spot in the finals in style at Briagolong.

College passed the Saints’ meagre 85 inside 20 overs with seven wickets in hand.

Only two Boisdale-Briagolong batsmen, Steve Noble (39) and Lewis Bolton (10) reached double figures.The pair combined for a 31-run third wicket stand, but the Saints only added 24 runs after Noble was dismissed.

Stuart Anderson claimed a miserly 3-8 from seven overs, with Noah Hurley and Isaac Love claiming two wickets each.

The door was ajar for the Saints after having Collegians 2-20, but Love (39) and Charlie Morrison (26 not out) put the match back under the visitors’ control.

BUNDALAGUAH’S hopes of making the finals were dashed by Rosedale-Kilmany.

The Warriors completed a strong finish to the season (winning their final three matches), scoring 6-211 before bowling the hosts out for 108.

RK’s Adam Diamond and Brad Scott put on 51 runs for the second wicket. The partnership ended when Diamond was dismissed for 27, playing a Jake Wynd delivery onto his stumps.

Captain Rohan Diamond joined Scott in the middle for what proved to be a match-winning partnership of 99.When Scott was bowled by Sam Bedggood for 72, the Warriors were 4-165.

Rohan kept the scoreboard ticking over until he was bowled by Nathan Whitford for 63 from 62 balls faced. Cameron Freshwater added 20 runs late in the innings.

Whitford finished with 3-39 for the Bulls.

Needing a positive start to their innings, the Bulls fell to 2-14 following the dismissal of their openers.

Steve Spoljaric was the backbone of the innings, but needed someone else to stick around.That looked to be Bedggood, as he and Spoljaric put on 38 for the fourth wicket before the former was caught for 23.

From 4-65, the Bulls could only add 43 more runs.

The innings ended when Spoljaric hit a full toss, only to be caught for 47.

Each of the six bowlers the Warriors used claimed at least one wicket, with Ben Fleming finishing with 3-15, and Jay Diamond and Bailey Reid both taking two wickets.

MAFFRA made light work of Longford at home.

The Eagles blasted 9-244 before keeping the Lizards to 9-118.

In Maffra’s innings Daniel Bedggood put the Lizards on the back foot early, blasting the ball to all points of the Cameron Sporting Complex’s main ground.

Bedggood looked set to bring up his second century of the season, but after hitting the previous three balls for four, was bowled by Blake Hornby by 94 from 58 balls faced. The Eagles were 2-124 at the time in the 17th over.

Eagles captain Josh Davis kept the runs coming, scoring 60 until becoming the first of Sam Smith’s two wickets.

Zach Durrant finished the innings strongly, scoring an unbeaten 53.

Longford batted out its overs, with William White unbeaten on 26 and Brett McMaster scoring 22.

Nathan Magnuson claimed 3-22 and Ben Durrant 2-24 for the Eagles.

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Brad Scott scored 72 runs for Rosedale-Kilmany against Bundalaguah.

Liam Durkin

Simon Williams claimed two wickets for Stratford.

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SMCA ladders First grade: Stratford 60 (+0.73 net run rate), Maffra 60 (+0.45), Collegians 54, Boisdale-Briagolong 48 (+0.52), Sale 48 (+0.09), Bundalaguah 42, RosedaleKilmany 24, Longford 0.

Second grade: Stratford 84, Collegians 54, Bundalaguah 50, Boisdale-Briagolong 38, Heyfield 36, Sale 30, Maffra 24, Wurruk 18.

Third grade: Heyfield 64, Nambrok 60, Maffra 54, Longford 44, Bundalaguah 38, Rosedale-Kilmany 36, Collegians 18 (-0.41), Sale 18 (-1.09).

Fourth grade: Stratford 75, Bundalaguah Yaks 72, Collegians 66 (+1.26), BoisdaleBriagolong 66 (+1.05), Rosedale-Kilmany 63, Maffra 54, Bundalaguah Buffaloes 48, Bundalaguah Bulls 42, Wurruk 30, Sale 24, Heyfield 18, Nambrok 12 (-0.76), Longford 12 (-1.6), Stradbroke 6.

Rosedale-Kilmanyy captain Rohan Diiamond i scored 63.

SMCA lower grades Seconds

Collegians 8-152cc (T Glenn 45*, C Hall 28, H Anderson 27, D Murphy 3-27) d Boisdale-Briagolong 114 (J McGuiness 4-25, A McGuiness 3-24); Heyfield 155 (R Smith 75, J Keane 37, C Francis 3-24) d Maffra 83 (D Burton 4-9); Stratford 186 (L Dowd 52, JH Rietschel 35, C Grant 33) d Sale 115 (M Woodward 35); Bundalaguah 2-60 d Wurruk 57 (H Anderson 3-14).

Thirds

Nambrok 3-171 (D Oldham 65, S Hettiarachchige 55) d Bundalaguah 5-170cc (S Schuback 74, P Brady 41, H

Mowat 3-41); Maffra 160 (B Harrington 44, B Lanigan 26) d Heyfield 143 (P Berryman 47, B King 44, S Jones 3-32); Rosedale-Kilmany 4-115 (H Fox 29) d Collegians 9-114cc (K Grattan 30, A Griffin 28, B Pryse 3-20); Longford 4-170cc (B Van Berkel 102*, W Macgregor-Davies 54) d Sale 9-133cc (D Wynn 43, R Smith 3-16).

Tatlow 4-13) tied Stratford 130 (D Pendergast 49, H Tatterson 35); Bundalaguah Bulls d Sale (forfeit); Bundalaguah Yaks 6-206cc (G Hickey 52*, A Day 35, J Scicluna 30*, B Gieschen 26) d Longford 87 (J Hare 50*, B Gieschen 4-11, A Tilley 3-13); Bundalaguah Buffaloes 242 (B Fuller 169*, D Heinrich 3-67) d Stradbroke 152 (J Sheilds 39*, C Purcell 33, D Anderson 31).

Boisdale-Briagolong d Wurruk (forfeit); Collegians 3-84 (N Anderson 28) d Heyfield 79 (B Carubia 4-1, A Callahan 3-16); Maffra 3-193cc (D Brown 53*, H Sellings 46, T Allman 35*, M Allman 31) d Nambrok 7-96cc (G McMillan 37, J Pataki 3-7, V Vb 3-33); Rosedale-Kilmany 130 (A Moulton 52*, J

The junior grand finwals were played yesterday.

For the results go to www.gippslandtimes.com.au or read Friday’s issue.

Fourths

Juniors

WITH finals on the horizon in Sale-Maffra cricket, the rule book has no doubt been getting a good reading over as teams make sure certain players are qualified.

Selectors, captains and coaches will spend the next few weeks mulling over names on various magnets, deliberating the merits of getting them enough games under their belt to stay with a particular team if they happen to make finals.

Training numbers are guaranteed to pick up for teams that look set to take their seasons past round 15, and those choosing sides will welcome not needing to send the dreaded ‘want a game of cricket this weekend mate?’ text message.

The selection table at this time of year could well resemble a war room, such is the importance of the decisions at hand.

Some cheeky selections are set to be made, with players being thrown onto team sheets knowing full well they won’t be getting to the game on time.

During winter a similar concept arises in football, with some coaches confident enough of achieving victory in a lopsided home and away fixture that they will select a player who is not fully fit but earmarked to play finals to fill a spot on the bench.

There is surely nothing more suspect when a player runs onto the field for literally 15 seconds and off again just to get them qualified for finals.

It is always an upbeat time for a cricket club that manages to get multiple teams in finals.

For players that jump between teams during the season, knowing more than one side will feature in at least the semi final makes the fear of missing out a little less daunting.

If a player happens to miss out on selection in the team picked first, at least there is the consolation of still playing finals in the team picked second.

To some however, that often does nothing to help ease the disappointment, and as bad as it sounds, they hope a team that has the audacity to leave them out goes on to lose.

It is here the good old fashioned dummy spit can occur, which some are prone to enact after teams are released.

As AFL coaching games record holder Mick Malthouse said: “the 22nd player thinks the coach is a genius — the 23rd thinks he’s got no idea.”

How a player responds to a selected team usually depends on what their expectations are.

If you don’t expect to be picked then you really don’t care. Or you at least have the option of pretending you don’t.

When a player suffers the axe the dialogue often goes along the lines of: “it’s nothing personal”, “we’re going for team balance” and “we just want you to get a good hit in the lower grade.”

It’s a sinking feeling to be told there’s no space for you in the team.

The selectors are the bouncers at the nightclub door, the same door you’ve just watched all the others walk through.

Selecting teams can be difficult, and those who have been around long enough know this and know how the system works.

A lot of the time politics and nepotism become involved, and when faced with two players of equal ability, selectors just choose based on personal preference.

When Brad Hodge sought an explanation as to why he was dropped from the Australian test team, the response he got was simply “we just chose Damien Martyn instead”.

Players need to remember they are members of the club and not tied to a particular team, and just because they miss out on selection it doesn’t mean they aren’t good enough - that is simply the view of a handful of people who pick the team — not the view of many people at the club or the player themselves.

While it will be unfortunate for any players who miss out come finals, in just eight months time a new season will have arrived and season 2020-21 will be forgotten in the minds of 95 per cent of people.

Before then though, as the finals approach, the motivation should be there for players who might feel hard done by to keep training and keep the faith.

Finals often throw up some curveball selections, and many players who have kept working have benefited from being the last one standing at the finish line.

Just last season Ben Channing was able to get into Stratford’s first grade grand final team following an injury to Cormac Hassett, while in the season before Boisdale-Briagolong was forced to make a change to its eventual premiership team after Michael Roberts fell ill during grand final week.

Those wanting to play finals can also do their chances no harm by completing one simple act: paying their subs.

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Basketball

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IT was an emotional win for Maffra in the Country Basketball League Gippsland conference men’s grand final on Saturday night.

The Eagles made the most of their opportunities in the rematch of the 2019 grand final, to this time overcome the Moe Meteors 85-71 in front of their home crowd on Cameron Sporting Complex’s new Yvonne Higgins Showcourt.

Higgins, who has been president of Maffra Amateur Basketball Association since 1987 and is responsible for leading a small army of volunteers and multi-million dollar upgrades to Cameron Sporting Complex, has been battling illness, but was courtside to cheer on the men over the line.

After the game, Elliot Hunt was awarded the most valuable player for his consistent scoring and steadying presence on court when it counted most.

Two sides which are well-acquainted, Maffra and Moe, began the grand final with a bang, but it wasn’t difficult for spectators to tell which wanted the win more.

While a two-point margin separated the teams at quarter-time, Maffra kicked ahead 45-34 at half-time, before a stellar third quarter resulted in the Eagles pocketing 19 points to give them a 16 point winning margin headed into the final term.

Stalwart James Whelan racked up 12 points, while young gun Coby Burgiel let his presence be known with an impressive 10 points under the hoop.

Sam Whelan fell into his groove, and slotted an effortless six three-pointers for the Eagles, before some foul trouble resulted in both the Whelan brothers being benched. Sam and James clocked up their five and were cheered off by a supportive home crowd, while Moe’s Liam Fitzpatrick was also confined to the bench.

With tensions running high, the game was paused as some Moe supporters were escorted out of the stadium for umpire abuse.

Despite the trouble, the unfazed Maffra men kept chipping away at the scoreboard to keep the Meteors at a comfortable distance.

Some rushed play from Maffra coincided with some bursts of energy from the visitors, leading to some turnovers and keeping the spectators on the edge of their seats, but any momentum was quickly stemmed.

The Eagles put on a defensive clinic, making

A victorious Maffra Eagles basketball team with Maffra Amateur Basketball Association president Yvonne Higgins. it extremely difficult for the Meteors to find the basket, and then capitalised on any turnovers, with Maffra’s Frazar Brouns leading the charge to protect the key.

Hunt was instrumental in re-stabilising the team, taking his time to make considered drives to the basket or set up teammates while under pressure, and managed 24 points for Maffra during the game.

While Moe was able to out-score Maffra in the final quarter by a point, it wasn’t enough to claw back any ground, and the Eagles’ supporters could finally rest easy as the final buzzer sounded.

After the game, Maffra coach Kaleb Sclater said his team had a goal and battled away, but it got there.

“It’s been six years in the making, but we finally got there,” Sclater remarked.

“It was just an all-round team effort. I can’t give votes tonight.

“We had guys step up — young Brodie Johnson got thrown in the deep end, he didn’t play a hell of a lot of the last game,Tom Stephenson same thing, Coby Burgiel, Sam [Whelan] got hot in patches, Elliot [Hunt] was unreal early, and James [Whelan] was good too.”

Sclater said the key difference for the Eagles’ game was their defensive play.

“We kept guys in front of us, something we’ve struggled to do in past few years,” he said.

“That was the difference for us tonight, just

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keeping them in front and making it difficult for them to score.”

Sclater agreed it was particularly important the team dug deep in honour of the association’s president of 34 years.

“To see her go through what she’s gone through, and to still be up here every night, still reffing, still doing this, still yelling at me, still yelling at everyone ... just to win it for her, it’s pretty special, it’s pretty emotional,” he said.

“She’s a workhorse, and she is this club.”

Undeterred by a bizarre COVID-affected shortened CBL season, Maffra worked its way through the 2021 men’s draw undefeated.

Maffra’s women’s side was stopped short of a grand final appearance by three points, losing to eventual premiers Warragul in the semi final a week prior.

The undefeated Warragul side played off against Moe before the men’s grand final, and stretched out an early lead to bag the CBL women’s season, 84-68.

The grand final’s most valuable player, Elliot Hunt, scored 24 for the Eagles.

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State silver

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Debbie Husodo won the silver medal in the under 17 girls 3000m at the state championships.

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FOUR of Wellington Athletic Club’s best athletes recently competed in the second weekend of the Victorian Track and Field Championships.

Debbie Husodo continued her strong form, winning a silver medal in the under 17 girls 3000 metres, smashing her personal best time by five seconds with 10:09.01 minutes.

Debbie has qualified in two events for the Australian championships, to be held in Sydney next month.

Olympic hopeful Rachel O’Brien competed in her first open women’s 800m event and took two seconds off her personal best time in the heats (2:12.72). This places her in the top 50 in the current Australian 800m rankings.

Finn Staple (under 17 boys) and Antje Kempff (under 16 girls) placed sixth in their 200m finals, which was impressive as neither had run a championship 200m race for many years. Finn’s heat time of 23.08s was 0.04s off a national qualifying time.

The four athletes will represent Wellington Athletic Club in Sydney at the national championships in April.

Harry Semmens will among the players taking part in the under 21 challenge at the Sale Polocrosse Club Tournament.

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Sale Polocrosse Club tournament this weekend

THE Sale Polocrosse Club’s carnival has been rescheduled for this weekend.

A snap five-day lockdown announced the day before the event was due to be held last month forced a postponement.

The club’s annual carnival will be held at Sale Polocrosse Park, Polocrosse Lane, Fulham, with action beginning 8am on Saturday, with the finals on Sunday.

There will be four grades, attracting hundreds of players from across the state, and even interstate.

On Saturday, twilight matches will showcase the talents of some of the best junior players.

There will be live music on Saturday night, and catering all weekend.

A Blue Bandage competition will be held to enable those who have never played the sport before to try it in a non-contact environment.

For more information, phone Kimberley on 0449 803 661.

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Best players were Shotter, Roberts, Mawley, Miranda Laskowski and Lateshia.

IN another tight game, Longford Trailer Hire just got over the line against the Mustangs, 8-7.

At half time, it appeared Longford would take the points easily, leading 6-3, but the Mustangs responded after the break, scoring four tries to just two.

Brodie Towers top-scored for Longford with three tries, Jack Neesham scored two, with one each from Michael Hinchcliffe, Rhiannon Massey and Henry Ropeti.

Nicola and Ryan Rosenberger both scored two tries for the Mustangs, while Clinton Freebody, Jessica McGovern and Corey Siebel each scored one.

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NAGLE College showed it had lost none of its ability to play a fast and determined touch despite the lengthy COVID-enforced break.

On Wednesday night at Stephenson Park, Nagle defeated the Pink Panthers seven tries to two.

Nagle scored three unanswered tries in the first half, before adding four tries in the second to the Panthers’ two.

Kyle Grummisch scored three tries for Nagle, with brothers Oscar and Ren Crunden-Smith each scoring one, along with Sam Pritchard and Isla McCarthy. Sam Lorenze scored both Panther tries.

Best players were Nigel Shaw, Ren and Oscar Crunden-Smith, McCarthy and Lorenze.

PORKY’S Pines and Phoenix-CAT’s played an 8-8 draw after Porky’s led 4-3 at half-time.

Craig Robert top-scored for Porky’s with three tries, with teammate Leigh Mawley and Anne Lateshia both scoring two, and Steve Wright one.

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More Sale success for McMahon DARRIMAN-based greyhound trainer Bill McMahon had three winners during Sunday night’s Sale meeting.

Berdeen won the 440 metre mixed grade six and seven final by three lengths after taking the lead at the end of the back straight. In second place was Bobby Bean Rose, trained by Luke Whelan at Metung, with McMahon’s Dr Collette third.

Dr Carmel won race three, a 440m grade six, for McMahon, four lengths clear of Lara’s Love, trained

by Dawn Johnston at Boisdale. In third place was Barwidgi for Jenny Gill at Darriman Race six, the 440m free for all, was a tight affair, with McMahon’s Inuka coming off back-to-back second placings at Sale, winning from Flywheel Bella, trained by Sam Bye at Gormandale, and Suspense Rules, trained at Yarram by Brian Alford.

Dr Xander, trained by Kim McMahon at Darriman, won the night’s final race, a 440m grade five, by seven lengths from Rio Hustler, trained by Tyllah Cornell at Giffard West.

The night’s feature race the GRV Vic Bred Distance Series event over 650m, was won by Freda Rocks, trained by Mario Briganti at Tuerong.

The short priced favourite looked the winner the first time the field passed the post, and kept going, winning by 11 lengths to claim the $5300 winner’s cheque. Freda Rocks’s three career wins have been from her past five runs.

Molly’s Lass, trained by Ronald Winter at Denison, was an all the way winner in the race one 440m maiden. In second place was Dr Grady, trained by Marcus McMahon at Darriman.

Massimo claimed a fifth win from 12 starts for Johnson by taking out race seven, a 440m mixed grade four and five, by two lengths from Omega Dodge, trained by Barry Harper at Seaspray.

Maxwell, trained by Bill McMahon, just won the race for third.

Backing up from victory at Sale a week earlier, Airly Pablo, trained by Lesley Russell at Sale, pipped Leo Rose, trained at Rosedale by Sharon-Lee Chignell, for the win in race eight, a 520m mixed grade four and five.

Three locally-trained dogs advanced to next Sunday’s 440m grade five final.

Freddie Cruiser won the third heat for Lyn Smith at Nambrok by a head from Aston Glow. Sandy Gem, trained by John Connor at Rosedale, finished third to also book a spot in the final.

Bulleteer, trained by Darren Fisher at Lara, claimed a fourth consecutive win in taking out the first heat from He’s A Minstrel, trained by Corey Fulford at Maffra.

Rumour File won the second heat for Geoff Howell at Pearcedale.

Perfect Product, trained by Graeme Jose at Catani, won race two, a 440m grade seven, by seven lengths.

ALFORD notched up two wins at Sale on Thursday afternoon.

Alford’s Go Rogue won race four, a 440 metre mixed grade six and seven, by two lengths from Airly Liberty, trained by Lesley Russell. In third place was Go Nera, trained by Leanne Burke at Alberton West.

Following a second placing on debut, Go Rogue has won his past two races.

Alford had more success in the following race, a 440m grade five, which was won by Sad But True.

Returning to Sale after winning there on Sunday night, Sad But True claimed victory by a nose from Travelling Sands. Piccolo Fratello, trained by Robert Whitford at Yarram, finished third.

The race three 440m maiden was won by Audacious Pearl, trained by Kevin Wainwright at Rosedale.

Race seven, a 520m mixed grade six and seven, was a tight affair, with Armstrong Bobby, trained

by Lindsay Fulford at Maffra, getting away in the home straight to win.

Following a win at Warragul the previous week, She’s Our Rocket, trained by Burke, led the race eight 440m grade five all the way to win. California Blond finished third for Susan Northway at Heyfield.

The race one 440m maiden was won by Mussa Jack, trained by John Musselwhite at Lindenow, by seven lengths.

Unwind won the race two 440m maiden for Reg Boyce at Korumburra, ahead of Audacious Leila, trained by Diane Wainwright at Rosedale.

Race six, a 440m grade five, was won by Tyson’s Tiger, trained by Justin Bowman at Toorloo Arm, with Duke Of Airly third Bruce Russell at Sale.

The race nine 440m maiden was taken out by Good Boy Colombo, trained by Lui Forte at Moe. Desert Flame, trained by Kate Gorman at Tanjil South, won race 10, a 440m grade seven, by six lengths.

Just Augusta claimed back-to-back wins for Greg Kerr at Bairnsdale by taking out race 11, a 440m grade seven.

Race 12, a 440m grade six, was a race between Ando’s Milley, trained by Eddie Lieshout at Drouin West, and Let Out, trained at Kilmany by Yvonne Andrews. Ando’s Milley got the break in the home straight to win by a length.

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