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A new era for Sion?

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STUDENTS may again return to Sion, with a working party to examine the feasability of moving Sale’s St Thomas’ Primary School to the Sion site on the corner of York and Raglan St. The much-loved and iconic Sion campus closed its doors to students late last year, as all Catholic College students moved to the St Patrick’s campus following a multi-million dollar building program.

After much speculation, on Friday a joint statement was issued by Bishop Catholic Bishop of Sale Greg Bennet and director of Catholic Education and Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited chief executive Maria Kirkwood, outlining a possible future for the Sion site.

In coming weeks a committee, chaired by the former Gippsland South MLA and St Mary’s Cathedral parishioner, Peter Ryan, will be formed to explore potential uses.

But the “foremost option” under consideration is the relocation of St Thomas’ Primary School to the Sion site.

“Existing facilities at the Sion site, such as the school building and grounds, have potential to be refurbished and re-purposed for St Thomas’...” the statement read.

“If the relocation goes ahead, it is likely to take at least three years to complete the planning and construction of facilities for St Thomas’.”

Stewardship of the beautiful, historic building has now become the responsibility of the Catholic Diocese of Sale, while the land and buildings surrounding the former convent will be managed by the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited.

The announcement will raise speculation of what the domino effect might be of such a move — whether it would open up the St Thomas’ site for Sale College to expand, and what might be likely to happen to the other Catholic primary school in Sale — St Mary’s.

Sale College supporters have long been campaigning for a new school to house all its students on one site.

Currently its students are located across two

A working party will examine the possibility of moving Sale’s St Thomas’ Primary School to the Sion campus.

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campuses, one next to St Thomas’ in Guthridge Parade, and the other on the corner of York and Macalister St. Supporters, however, have repeatedly reinforced their preference for a new greenfield site for Sale College.

Moving St Thomas’ to the Sion site would also mean two Catholic primary schools in reasonably close proximity.

With Catholic College Sale having a lack of green space, some are speculating whether moving St Mary’s students to the Sion site as well would open up more space for CCS. But Ms Kirkwood said was early days yet, emphasising no decisions had been made.

“As we are in the very early stages of the planning process, there are many options to be investigated,” she said.

Mr Kirkwood said amalgamation of St Thomas’ and St Mary’s primary schools was “not a consideration at this point”.

“In-depth demographic studies will be undertaken as part of the planning process, but the main focus is on providing safe and modern facilities for St Thomas’,” she said.

“No decisions have been made about the current site of St Thomas’ as yet.

“There have been no discussions with Sale College, nor any consideration given to the sale of the St Thomas’ site.”

Asked about whether the Sion convent building would be used to house students if the relocation went ahead, Ms Kirkwood said the building and the land surrounding it were “being considered separately”.

“If the Sion site is deemed suitable for St Thomas’ Primary School, the former convent building will be treated as a separate building which may or may not have aspects that could be utilised by the school into the future,” she said.

“There are some other buildings on the site that

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may be able to be refurbished for St Thomas’, and there would be a range of other modifications to safely accommodate the school community.

“The entire proposal is at very early stages and subject to considerable consultation.”

Sale College principal Brendan Staple said planning was underway for a site near Gippsland Regional Sports Complex for his school, so that students could share the sports facilities.

“It’s still an attractive possibility from that point of view,” he said.

There would also be the cost of demolishing school buildings at the Guthridge site, which a new greenfield site would not have, and timelines as to when the St Thomas’s site would become available.

Mr Staple said another advantage of moving Sale College to a greenfield site would be alleviating congestion around the Guthridge Parade site.

But he said Friday’s developments raised lots of questions and was an interesting possibility.

In the end, he said, it was up to the state government as to whether it would view the availability of St Thomas’ as “a new opportunity”.

Friday’s statement said the committee would explore potential future uses for the Our Lady of Sion convent, and provide recommendations regarding possible partnerships with “organisations aligned to a broad Catholic educational vision of welfare, outreach and mission”.

It will work with the Sisters of Our Lady of Sion, and “key stakeholders”.

In parallel to the work of the committee, the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited will soon begin a detailed planning process for the land and buildings surrounding the convent.

“A working party made up of representatives from the DOSCEL secretariat and staff from St Thomas’ Primary School, in consultation with Parish Priest Fr Peter Bickley, will look at all aspects of the proposed relocation before a final decision is made,” the statement read.

The statement emphasised any future refurbishments to the Sion building would comply with heritage overlays.

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COVID money for business, but Bull says it’s just not enough A NEW jointly-funded package from the federal and state governments will give Victorian small and medium businesses support to recover from the most recent lockdown.

New cash payments will underpin businesses most affected by the lockdown, which the government says has been introduced to eradicate the deadly Delta strain of coronavirus that has re-emerged in Victoria.

A $400 million package will provide automatic payments to almost 100,000 eligible businesses, including sole traders, to ensure money is distributed quickly.

More hardship funding will be made available to eligible businesses that do not qualify for existing programs.

The new package follows the $400 million Commonwealth-state injection announced a fortnight ago, and builds on more than $950 million in support grants paid by the state government into the bank accounts of Victorian businesses since June.

Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said since the beginning of the pandemic the federal government had delivered more than $45 billion to Victorian families and businesses to support them in “their hour of need”.

“On top of the $415 million in COVID-19 Disaster Payments and business support we have provided in recent weeks, we are now delivering a further $200 million in business support for Victorian business,” he said.

“This will help cushion the blow of the recent lockdown and provide hope for the future.”

State treasurer Tim Pallas said the state government had provided more than $7 billion in direct economic support for Victorian businesses since the beginning of the pandemic.

“Every step of the way since this global pandemic began, Victoria has not shirked its responsibility to back our business community – this is immediate and targeted support right now, when it is needed most,” he said.

State Industry Support and Recovery Minister Martin Pakula said support was crucial.

“Decisive action is required to tackle this

Like many retailers, Orbost business owner Annette Towns, pictured with Gippsland East MLA Tim Bull, has once again had to close her doors because she does not have the capacity to offer internet hosted click and collect services. incredibly infectious strain of coronavirus, but we know it doesn’t come without a cost,” he said.

“This support will help the worst-affected businesses pay their bills and plan for a strong recovery."

Five key elements make up the support package to help businesses deal with ongoing public health restrictions.

Eligible workers who lose hours because of the lockdown will be eligible for support through the Commonwealth’s COVID-19 Disaster Payment, as will businesses that do not qualify for state government support programs because they are not registered for GST. Under the new business support package, more than 90,000 businesses will be automatically paid a Business Costs Assistance Program Round Three grant of $2800.

New payments of $5000 to $20,000 will be made to

more than 8900 hospitality venues which received funding support from the Licensed Hospitality Venue Fund through the May-June and July lockdowns.

Payments will be automatic and graded by venue capacity to a total of $68.8 million.

Alpine businesses will receive between $5000 (off-mountain) and $20,000 (employing businesses, on mountain) under the extension of the Alpine Business Support Program.

Some $54 million will be added to the Small Business COVID Hardship Fund, allowing grants of up to $8000 to be paid to small businesses which are not eligible for support under existing programs and have experienced a 70 per cent reduction in turnover.

For more information visit business.vic.gov.au Gippsland East MLA Tim Bull said support packages without restrictive criteria which exclude any

level of business must go hand in hand with any COVID-19 lockdowns.

“The goodwill has gone, the reserves have dried up — and for some there is no tomorrow without full compensation for losses,” Mr Bull said.

“The time has come for the Premier to stop thanking businesses ‘for their sacrifice’ and give them the support they need.

“Since the fires destroyed a full tourist season, our businesses have been locked down for just on seven months in the time since.”

On top of removing restrictive criteria, Mr Bull said support must better match losses.

“You cannot have a business that regularly brings in $15,000 plus per week being offered $3500 in compensation.

“They can’t pay the bills and keep the doors open,” he said.

“My office is hearing from many that do not qualify for support, or if they are lucky enough to meet the restrictive criteria, it goes nowhere near covering costs.

“The minister has said before the packages are not to compensate for full loss, rather assistance – well a lot have no more nest eggs to call on.

“It’s crunch time,” Mr Bull said.

“Since this lockdown was announced [on Thursday], I have already heard from business owners who say they can’t go on.

“If this government is going to lock up regions 350 kilometres from the nearest case or exposure site, it has to pay.

“The government’s own data tells us the packages reach about one in five businesses in the state, but there are far more than one in five struggling, with many already closed.

“We were given hope when in the last lockdown the minister said he would set up a concierge service for those commercial enterprises that fall through the cracks, but those needing help called to be told again they don’t qualify — words not backed up by actions.”

Mr Bull also called on those who support statewide lockdowns to be as equally vocal on the supports needed by the business sector when it happens, but many conveniently forgot the latter.

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Gippsland vaccination program ramping up “Our figures show that our regional vaccination ratios are exceeding the national equivalent, which is an incredible effort.”

— Gippsland Primary Health Network chief executive Amanda Proposch

Vaccines available for eligible teens

Appointments are now available in Gippsland for young people aged 12 to 15 in priority cohorts for the Pfizer vaccine, and the general public aged 18 to 39 for the AstraZeneca vaccine.

While the Gippsland Region Public Health Unit’s Community Vaccination Hubs are not officially part of the Department of Health’s initial trial for these extended age groups, its clinics have capacity to support interest from these new cohorts for each vaccine.

Appointments must be made.

Young people aged 12 to 15 who are at higher risk of severe illness if they contract COVID-19 are eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine with parental consent.

Specified medical conditions that increase their risk of severe COVID-19 includem but are not limited to asthma, diabetes, obesity, cardiac and circulatory congenital anomalies, neuro developmental disorders, epilepsy, immuno-compromised and trisomy 21. The cohort also includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, and young people in remote communities.

These young people will be given a twodose schedule, with the normal minimum interval of six weeks between doses.

Young people will be encouraged to speak with their GP about any questions they (or their parents/guardians) may have.

Vaccination bookings for this cohort should be made through the normal booking process at www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/bookyour-vaccine-appointment or by phoning 1800 675 398).

They must attend a vaccination centre with a parent or guardian or other person with parental responsibility for the child who will give consent and accompany them.

Proof of age must also be provided, for example, a school ID card, birth certificate, passport, doctor’s letter with date of birth or other proof of age.

Appointments are required for people aged 18 to 39 years for the AstraZeneca vaccine, and should be made through the normal booking process, under a new category.

Giving the second jab after six weeks will help give more Gippslanders some level of protection against the virus, allowing more people to receive their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine in the coming weeks as more first dose bookings will become available in the system as a result of this change.

The change is consistent with Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines that advises dosing intervals can be adjusted according to epidemiological conditions and other factors, ensuring efficacy of the vaccine remains.

There is no change for people who already had their second Pfizer dose booked, and they should attend their appointment as planned.

There is no change to the interval for the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Commonwealth vaccination providers, such as GPs and Aboriginal community controlled health organisations, will continue to provide second doses at an interval of three weeks.

Victorians currently eligible for the vaccine under the Commonwealth’s COVID-19 vaccination program include everyone aged 40 and over, and large numbers of people under 40 such as health care workers and people with specified underlying medical conditions.

The state Department of Health will also begin publishing graphs and tables every week online showing age and gender of vaccine recipients at Victoria’s vaccination centres, as well as the type of vaccine administered.

State Health Minister Martin Foley said the new appointments represented an the opportunity for people who hadn’t been able to secure an appointment so far to “get vaccinated, get protected, and help us all get back to normal”.

“We can look at the evidence from overseas to see the power of this vaccine in action – but we can also look close to home,” he said.

Recent analysis shows none of the locallyacquired COVID-19 cases hospitalised during the July outbreak were fully vaccinated.

People can go online to check their eligibility and find their closest vaccinating clinic at www.gphn.org.

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The explosive ordinance disposal training for 30 Squadron and Victoria Police, scheduled for today until Thursday, will no longer go ahead because of the state’s lockdown.

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LOCH Sport is set to welcome a new, permanent police presence after community lobbying, population growth and concerns about crime.

It is believed a new full time officer is expected to take up the Loch Sport position

by September to replace the previous officer, who has retired.

In the meantime, the town will continue to be supported by police from the Sale station.

A purpose-built $150,000 police station was opened in the coastal town in 2012, but was closed last year in line with a statewide policy to close some station reception counters to the public in response to the COVID-19 health crisis.

The building had been opened to much fanfare by former Police and Emergency Services Minister and then Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan, with Victoria Police Assistant Commissioner Wendy Steendam.

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GIPPSLAND general practices and GP-led respiratory clinics have administered more than 100,000 COVID-19 vaccination doses in four months.

The milestone was reached on Friday, when vaccination doses given since March 22 totalled 103,282.

As of August 2, Gippsland GP clinics had administered 72,952 doses since March 22, including 20,382 second doses with Gippsland Respiratory Clinics giving 24,538 vaccination doses, including 7512 doses during the same period.

Since then, an additional 5792 doses were given in four days, with Gippsland tracking well above the national average in doses per 100 people.

Federal government data, sourced from the Australian Immunisation Register, reveals as of August 1, 48.8 per cent of eligible Gippslanders aged over 15 had received at least one COVID vaccination, while 20.8 per cent had received both.

Statewide, more than 1.6 million doses have been delivered through Victoria’s 52 state-run high-volume, hospital, community, and pop-up vaccination centres – more than any other state or territory.

General practitioners, pharmacists and Aboriginal controlled community health organisations are also administering the vaccine across Victoria.

Gippsland Primary Health Network chief executive Amanda Proposch congratulated clinics taking part in the vaccination rollout, with many now giving both AstraZeneca and Pfizer vaccines.

“Gippsland health professionals are doing an incredible job in vaccinating our community and are an essential part of the national vaccination rollout,” Ms Proposch said.

“Our figures show that our regional vaccination ratios are exceeding the national equivalent, which is an incredible effort.”

Ms Proposch encouraged those eligible to have a COVID-19 vaccination to do so as soon as possible.

“We understand that some people might be anxious,” she said.

“If you are, please talk to your local doctor or health service, and importantly, listen to the expert health advice.

“It is the best way to keep our community safe.”

Gippsland’s heartening vaccination figures come as the state government announces thousands of appointments for the COVID-19 Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccines are open for eligible Victorians during the coming month, with more appointments set aside for priority health care workers and aged care and disability workers yet to be vaccinated.

Gippsland will have more GP clinics administering Pfizer from next Monday.

Almost 60,000 Pfizer appointments are now open for eligible Victorians during the next month, and more than 15,000 extra open appointments have also been are set aside for prioritised workers.

Thousands of AstraZeneca appointments are also open, with walk-up appointments also available, for people aged 60 and over.

The new Pfizer appointments have been added to the system following Victoria’s decision to revise the recommended Pfizer second dose interval to six weeks.

This has freed up supply available for first dose appointments now, because the demand for subsequent second dose appointments can be met with September’s projected increase in supply.

Second Pfizer doses at the community vaccination hubs will now be administered at least six weeks after the first jab in a bid to get more people protected.

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Another MP calls for rapid testing ANOTHER Gippsland MP has backed calls for widespread rapid COVID antigen tests to help Victoria “exit from a cycle of lockdowns”.

Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said the Nationals and Liberals had been pushing rapid testing, and undertook tests themselves before the start of parliament last week.

“Rapid testing involves a throat and nasal swab just like PCR tests — but is cheap and gives a result within about 15 minutes,” Mr O’Brien said.

“While no testing is perfect, rapid antigen testing can deliver a 95-99 per cent accuracy and should always be used with a PCR test as a back-up.

“What we’re calling for though would ensure more rapid testing is allowed, to give Victorians more of their lives back.”

Mr O’Brien said there were numerous situations where rapid testing could work and ease restrictions.

“One of the most difficult things to deal with is the angst of people with friends or relatives in hospital or aged care who can’t visit them, particularly in times of illness or anguish,” he said.

“Allowing visitors to take a quick test before entering would alleviate that issue.

“It could also be used for major sporting events, for truckies travelling interstate and in many other situations.”

Mr O’Brien said the recent G7 Summit of world leaders was able to go ahead because rapid testing was used at the beginning of each day.

“If it’s good enough for our world leaders to ensure their meeting can continue, there’s no reason it shouldn’t be good enough for Victorians,” he said.

Let’s keep Wellington open for business

Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccinations are available in the Wellington Shire at: Gippsland Regional Sports Complex, Sale, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9.30am to 3.30pm; Wellington Respiratory Clinic, Inglis St, Sale, Monday to Fridays, 8.30am to 5.30pm; and Yarram Medical Centre, Tuesdays and Fridays 9am to 3.30pm.

Bookings must be made through the Victorian state COVID-19 Hotline, 1800 675 398, or online at portal.cvms.vic.gov.au/

Currently, AstraZeneca vaccinations are available at approved medical centres around the shire, including Ramahyuck Gippsland Family Practice, Sale; Maffra Medical Group; the Clocktower Medical Centre, Sale; Heyfield Medical Centre; Sale Medical Centre; Stratford Medical Centre; and Johnson Street Medical, Maffra.

Book appointments by phoning 1800 675 398. Walk-ins may be available at some clinics.

For more information about vaccination, go to www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/ vaccine

Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien has a rapid COVID test at Parliament House in Melbourne last week.

Mr O’Brien said numerous experts had backed the use of rapid testing as a tool in the armoury to get people out of the pandemic, saying it was “perplexing” the state government hadn’t adopted its use more widely.

“Rapid testing is already being used by the Victorian courts system and the government is also using it in hotel quarantine and hospital situations, so the argument that it is not accurate enough are shot down by the government’s own action,” he said.

“Labor has only one tool to manage COVID and that seems to be statewide lockdowns, but

there are alternatives.

“The Nationals and Liberals have always said we will seek to avoid statewide lockdowns, which should be a last resort not a first response.”

Gippsland East MLA Tim Bull also called has also called for rapid COVID testing.

Mr O’Brien added the the Nationals and Liberals would also like to see lockdowns limited to local government areas or postcodes, and areas without COVID should not be locked down in the same way hotspots were.

He said the Opposition would also like to see “better targeted vaccinations”.

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Clean Up Australia will send out free starter kits that contains bags, gloves and everything needed to create a safe, fun and effective clean up.

The organisation can provide materials for individuals, families (two adults, two children), groups of 10 and groups of 20.

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Regional lockdown ends

THE lockdown in regional Victoria lifted 11.59pm last night, in a surprise move by the state government.

There have been no new coronavirus cases in regional Victoria and thousands of primary close contacts have been cleared from the regions during the last few weeks.

Premier Daniel Andrews said while authorities continued to get on top of the outbreak in Melbourne, minimal primary close contacts and no new cases meant the settings could be eased in regional Victoria.

The Chief Health Officer yesterday advised that the five reasons to leave the home could be removed in regional Victoria, and there will be no limit on the distance regional Victorians could travel from home.

However, people will only be able to travel to Melbourne for permitted reasons, and must follow Melbourne restrictions once there.

Importantly, private gatherings in the home are still not permitted regionally.

However, outdoor gatherings in public spaces can occur with up to 10 people.

Face masks will continue to be mandatory indoors and outdoors.

Schools reopened this morning, but masks are mandatory indoors and outdoors for children aged over 12.

Food and hospitality will open for seated service only. A density requirement of one person per four square metres will apply, with a maximum of 100 people per venue.

Venues smaller than 100 square metres can have up to 25 people before density requirements apply.

Retail can also open and personal services such as beauty and tattooing can resume.

Face masks can be removed where required for the service to be performed.

Religious gatherings and ceremonies are allowed,

Main points:

• Five reasons to leave home removed.

• No limit on distance travelled from home.

• Masks remain indoors and outdoors.

• Gatherings at home not permitted. with density requirements of one person per four square metres, and no more than 100 people total indoors and 300 people outdoors per venue.

Weddings and funerals are also able to have up to 50 people at a venue.

This limit doesn’t include infants aged under 12 months, or the people required to conduct the service.

Community sport is open for all ages, including training and competition.

Only the minimum number of participants (players, coaches, referees, officials, and carers or parents) needed to train or compete are permitted to attend, subject to a density quotient of one person perfour square metres.

Spectators are not permitted.

Entertainment venues can have up to 300 people per outdoor space with a density requirement of one person per four square metres and a cap of 100 people per space indoors.

All entertainment facilities are required to have a COVID check-in marshal to monitor patrons checking-in with the Service Victoria app.

While stay at home orders remain in metropolitan Melbourne, the state government said it needed to ensure the virus did not travel into regional Victoria.

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Street beat — lockdown number six There was an almost audible sign of frustration and despair across Gippsland when Premier Daniel Andrews announced lockdown number six would begin at 8pm Thursday. We went into the community to ask how lockdowns were affecting people and their families.

Sue Wilson, Traralgon: I think lockdown is necessary. I am lucky, I work in disability so it doesn’t really affect my working life at all. I suppose not being able to go out bothers me, and I see how it affects my kids because they can’t go out and see friends as much. It’s a hard one, but I know there are people doing it worse.

Doreen Forsyth, Weirs Crossing: It has affected our business a lot, basically destroyed our sales base. We mainly sell produce to restaurants and cafés, but they have lost business, so we lose a lot of our business. It’s been hard on so many people financially and emotionally.

Jess Darville, Stratford: It’s getting harder and harder every time it’s announced. It feels a bit like post traumatic stress — they say seven days but we don’t really know. I work, I have four kids and one in Year 11, and they’ve all missed out on so many experiences — the impact of these lockdowns is huge. No footy, no sports, it affects everything we do as a family. It’s frustrating; to me it seems like governments don’t want to look at other options.

Scott McDonald, Maffra: It’s been hard because I don’t have a huge social life, and now the few outlets I have are cancelled. I play bowls, and that’s a major social occasion for me, but lockdown has killed that. I think a lot of people like myself will lose that ability to be part of social things — you just kind of get out of the habit. That’s one of the hardest things for me.

but closed in Melbourne – restaurants for dine-in service or beauty for example – must check the IDs of everyone they serve.

Regional Victorians can travel through greater Melbourne if they are going from one regional area to another.

Health authorities say all regional Victorians need to continue with their COVIDSafe behaviours – most importantly to get tested immediately if they have any symptoms at all and get vaccinated if it’s their turn.

Mr Andrews said the outbreak was an important reminder that “until more Australians are vaccinated, we cannot afford complacency to creep in – we must stay safe to stay open”.

Health Minister Martin Foley said Victoria’s open access system was vaccinating more people than any other state or territory and we’re continuing to ask Victorians “ ... if you’re eligible please get vaccinated – it’s our only pathway out of the pandemic,” he said.

Eligible Victorians can book in at one of 50 open access sites across the state, through a Commonwealth clinic or their trusted GP. To book a vaccination at one of Victoria’s state-run clinics visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au/ book-your-vaccine-appointment

On Friday, COVID response commander Jeroen Weimar confirmed the information the government relied on to lock down regional Victoria — that COVID fragments had been allegedly found in wastewater at Wangaratta — was incorrect.

Since then, there have been unexpected wastewater detections in Benalla and Healesville.

The state recorded 11 new locally acquired cases yesterday, all linked to previously reported transmission chains.

Only one case had been in quarantine throughout their entire infectious period.

Adam Mair, Maffra: It’s been frustrating for us trying to run an accommodation business, because we cater largely for farm workers and they are not here in big numbers.

Of course, that affects other locals businesses, and there is a sense of frustration. Plenty of people are losing work over this, there are businesses shutting all the time around Maffra, and there will be more to come. But do I think lockdown was necessary? Well, I think we had to have it.

Need some support?

Anyone who needs support can call Lifeline on 131 114, or Beyond Blue’s coronavirus mental wellbeing support service on 1800 512 348.

The federal government also has a support page for anyone feeling impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in anyway, providing 24/7 information, tips and resources.

The information has been produced in collaboration with the MindSpot Clinic, and can be found at headtohealth.gov.au/covid-19-support/ maintaining-good-mental-health

Tips to manage lockdown fatigue AFTER months of lockdown during the past year and a half, the Australian Psychological Society has shared some tips on how people can manage lockdown fatigue.

People should: • Recognise and try to accept that although there is a desire to return to some sort of normality, it will only be possible when safe; • Acknowledge feelings and reactions and try not to be critical or judge themselves — keep a journal, do meditation or other relaxation, or talk through feelings with a trusted friend; • Be kind to themselves (and others). Accept that they and others may be more tired, not as productive or motivated as usual, and may have a shorter fuse and be more irritable; • Try to create and stick to a routine. It’s common to feel tired and unmotivated, so it’s important to create a routine for sleep, meals, work, rest and exercise. If working from home, take time out and schedule regular breaks to get fresh air, sunshine and relax; • Connect with family, friends, and colleagues.

Make the most of technology to speak or see the important people in their lives; • Make the most of any opportunities to communicate, such as chatting over the back fence with a neighbour; • Spend time relaxing, listening to music, reading, watching movies, gardening, working on family history, playing games, or doing puzzles, craftwork or painting.

• Try to balance negative thoughts with positive ones. Focus on the present and try not to worry about things that are out of their control.

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Camping on licensed waterfronts announced for 27 sites so far

People urged to get Census forms in

THE government is urging households across Australia to submit their Census forms now.

Assistant Treasurer Michael Sukkar has been urging people to get their forms in before Census night tonight.

“This year we’re expecting around 75 per cent of people to complete the 2021 Census online,” he said.

Mr Sukkar said the Census played an important role in shaping the nation’s future.

“We want as many Australians as possible to participate in the Census and be counted,” he said.

Households around the nation have been receiving Census letters that contain guidance on how to fill out their forms online, on their mobile device or on paper.

For more information about how to complete the Census, visit www.census.abs.gov.au, or phone 1800 512 441.

THE state government has announced it is assessing 27 licensed waterfrontage sites for suitability of its new regulations allowing camping on licensed Crown land river frontages, with “hundreds to follow”.

As media reports leaked last month, the statewide rollout from September 1 has been replaced by pilot sites along the Goulburn, Broken, Ovens, Campaspe, Loddon and Murray rivers.

The government says it is finalising its regulations “following extensive community consultation”, and that camping would only take place on suitable sites determined by “a rigorous assessment process applied to ensure sites will be safe for camping, with environmental and agricultural impacts considered, as well as any impact on Aboriginal cultural heritage”.

The new laws will allow campers to light fires and camp for 28 days straight within 200 metres from farmers’ homes, collect half a cubic metre of firewood per day (despite farmers not being able to collect firewood themselves on the same land) and in some instances, void farmers’ insurance policies given the risk of biosecurity hazards, pollution and fire.

Energy, Environment and Climate Change Minister Lily D’Ambrosio said the government was reviewing potential sites to ensure environmental, cultural and agricultural concerns were considered.

“We’re striking the right balance to make sure riverside public land is protected for generations to come,” she said.

Fishing and Boating Minister Melissa Horne added the government was delivering on its election promise to open up more sites for camping alongside rivers.

“Applying this rigorous assessment process will ensure that people are safe, and our environment is protected,” she said.

More than 1100 submissions were received during consultation on the draft regulations.

The government says its final regulations will reflect the “expectations of the entire community, providing a fair balance between providing opportunities for recreation while ensuring the environment and Aboriginal cultural heritage are

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The state government received 1100 submissions during consultation on new regulations governing camping on licensed waterfronts. protected and the interests of adjoining landowners and licence holders are considered”.

The regulations will be enforced by the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, Victorian Fisheries Authority and Parks Victoria to ensure the protection of the environment, Aboriginal cultural heritage and the interests of recreational users, licensees and adjoining landowners are considered.

The public can already lawfully access licensed river frontages for recreation such as fishing, hiking and picnicking, but the addition of camping has been slammed by farmers, environmental groups such as Landcare, and the opposition.

Victorian Farmers Federation president Emma Germano described the announcement as “a positive step forward”, but was concerned farmers were in the dark until further information was released ahead of the implementation of the regulations on September 1.

“Ensuring camping is only permitted on appropriate sites and agricultural impacts are considered is a step in the right direction and recognises the potential impact of this change on agriculture,” she said.

“It’s pleasing to see the enormous efforts and hard work of not only farmers, but all impacted stakeholders is beginning to pay off.

“Now we need to see the detail on the actual rules before they begin in a matter of weeks. We can’t understand and implement what we don’t know.”

Ms Germano said attention would also turn to ensuring impacted stakeholders are consulted throughout the next steps.

“It’s critical license holders are consulted and kept informed as part of the site assessments,” Ms Germano said.

“We look forward to working with the Victorian government to ensure the agricultural impacts are appropriately considered at each and every one of these sites.

“The VFF would like to thank our members and other members of the community for voicing their concerns and continued support to ensure a fair outcome for Victorian farmers and the environment.”

A June parliamentary hearing uncovered the government failed to provide any funding in the 2021-22 state budget to monitor and enforce its new camping regulations, instead cutting 15 per cent from the environment and biodiversity budget.

During the hearings, Minister D’Ambrosio confirmed there was also no plan to support 10,000 farmers holding state-issued licenses to use the land who could no longer obtain adequate insurance.

It is currently unclear whether insurance issues will be taken into account during the state government’s “rigorous assessment process”.

A 24-hour hotline (13FISH) will be available for the public to report any illegal or antisocial behaviour.

New look for Port Albert toilet block WELLINGTON Shire Council is replacing the old toilet block at Port Albert’s water tower, and inviting residents to vote for their preferred facade design.

Constructed more than 30 years ago, the current public toilets have reached the end of their useful life and are in need of replacement to ensure that they meets design and accessibility standards.

The public toilet replacement project will replace the aged facility, improve accessibility and public safety.

Constructed on the same site, the replacement toilet block will be orientated towards the boardwalk and water to block inclement weather and improve access from the nearby car park and for pedestrians using the boardwalk.

A new path will be constructed, improving accessibility between the board walk and car parking facilities, and additional seating and minor landscaping will be included in the project.

The new toilets will include seven cubicles (three female, three male and one disabled).

Facade option one has a contemporary style with a skillion roof for light and ventilation with a blockwork feature wall that will withstand the weather, whereas option two has a beach or heritage style to match the coastal location, and has a rock feature wall to tie in with the sea-wall.

Residents have been encouraged to vote for their favourite facade option for a new toilet block at Port Albert’s water tower.

The new public toilet block is funded by the federal government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

Voting is open until Friday, September 3, at

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Those with questions about the project should phone the council’s open space planner on 1300 366 244 or email enquiries@wellington.vic.gov.au

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Uniting Gippsland’s worrying statistics:

Most housing requests cite family violence

UNITING Gippsland has reported receiving hundreds of requests for help from people facing homelessness last financial year.

In Wellington Shire, between July 2020 and June 2021, it received 589 requests for support from people experiencing homelessness.

This was an increase of 43.3 per cent on the previous 12 months.

More than a quarter (26.1 per cent) were aged 18 or under, 334 were female and 255 male, while 16.5 per cent identified as of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.

More than half (60.3 per cent) were new clients, and of particularly concern, the vast majority (78 per cent) of the requests cited family violence as the main reason for seeking housing support.

Uniting Vic.Tas is calling for a better future for people at risk of, or currently experiencing homelessness.

It has partnered with the Victorian government on its $150 million From Homelessness to a Home program, and so far across Gippsland, has put 52 people in homes.

Uniting Vic.Tas Gippsland executive officer Di Fisher said the program was already changing lives in Gippsland and providing people experiencing homelessness with the security and stability of their own home.

“Across Gippsland, we’ve been able to secure homes for 52 people so far. This is 52 people who would’ve been on the streets had it not been for this program, our dedicated outreach workers, real estate agents and property owners.”

— Uniting Vic.Tas Gippsland executive officer Di Fisher

“We believe affordable, safe and secure housing for everybody is an essential human right,” Ms Fisher said.

“We know how much of difference having a home has on every aspect of a person’s life, particularly for people in crisis.”

Ms Fisher said lack of access to affordable housing directly affected people’s ability to look forward to a positive future.

“There’s strong evidence that it’s only after securing safe and permanent housing that people in crisis are able deal with other important needs such as finding a job or responding to any mental health or alcohol and drug issues they may have,” she said.

“The From Homelessness to a Home program shows that if we work together, we can end

homelessness — and that has to be our goal.”

“Across Gippsland, we’ve been able to secure homes for 52 people so far.

“This is 52 people who would’ve been on the streets had it not been for this program, our dedicated outreach workers, real estate agents and property owners.”

Uniting Vic.Tas is part of the Everybody’s Home campaign, which is calling on governments to deliver a better, fairer housing system.

Currently, a lack of social and affordable housing is leading to record levels of homelessness.

On any given night, more than 116,000 people across Australia experience homelessness.

Some are sleeping on the streets or in a car, ‘couch surfing’ with family or friends or are simply unable to afford to rent.

The From Homelessness to a Home program is supported by the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency, the Salvation Army, Gippsland and East Gippsland Aboriginal Co-operative and Quantum Support Services.

People can show their support for the campaign by signing the Everybody’s Home petition available via www.everybodyshome.com.au Homelessness Week is shining a spotlight on the plight of people facing homelessness, and runs until tomorrow.

Telstra’s payphone calls now free Liz Bell

Once upon a time phone boxes — like this one being checked out by Dylan Bolton at Briagolong — were on most street corners, but a change in Telstra’s strategy may result in a return in their popularity. Local residents say the payphone isn’t used often, but is still important to have.

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WELLINGTON Shire residents and tourists will no longer have to carry change to make a phone call from one of the shire’s 37 public phone boxes.

Telstra announced last week that local and national calls to a fixed line or Australian mobile from a Telstra payphone would be free.

That includes the seven phone boxes around Sale, plus 30 others scattered at various towns across the shire.

According to Telstra, about 11 million calls were made from payphones last year, including 230,000 calls to critical services such as 000 and Lifeline.

Most of them are in areas that are seen as disadvantaged.

Telstra chief executive Andy Penn said the move to make every payphone free would cost the company around $5 million a year.

But it is clear that since its heydays of the 1980s, Telstra has been looking how diversifying its core business and reharnessing consumer sentiment can turn its image and fortunes around.

At one time, the recognisable red phone box was a ubiquitous sight in Wellington Shire and across the country, but in the decades of the mobile phone many have become redundant and removed.

In 2006, Telstra’s plan to rip out a thousand public phone boxes set it against an alliance of politicians and the public, especially in regional areas.

Telstra said at the time it was not obliged to keep all the public phone boxes that dotted the nation, and up to 5000 public phones were under threat.

In 2007 it removed hundreds of unprofitable phone boxes across the state, after a 50 per cent fall in calls since 2000.

The removal of pay phones has been extremely unpopular, but Mr Penn said the number of

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In 2013 a historical agreement was reached between Telstra and the federal government about the way payphones are funded in Australia.

For the first time, the federal government agreed to pay Telstra directly to maintain its suite of payphones on a 20-year contract worth $40 million per year.

The universal service obligation legally requires Telstra to ensure standard phone services and payphones are “reasonably accessible to all people in Australia on an equitable basis, wherever they work or live.”

Mr Penn said the removal of costs for some pay phone calls was part of the company’s new strategy to lead the Australian market by simplifying operations and product sets, and “improving customer experience and reducing our cost base”.

In a statement, Mr Penn said the strategy to provide free payphones “will fundamentally change the nature of telecommunication products and services in Australia by eliminating many pain points for customers”.

The phones have previously been made free to communities affected by natural disasters, or in remote indigenous communities.

The InfraCo Towers business is the largest mobile tower infrastructure provider in Australia with about 8200 towers.

Just last week, the telco announced a consortium comprising the Future Fund, Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation and Sunsuper would become a strategic partner in Telstra InfraCo Towers after agreeing to acquire a 49 per cent interest.

The transaction values Telstra InfraCo Towers — a telecommunications infrastructure business — at $5.9 billion.

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Vietnam Veterans Day coming up VIETNAM Veterans Day will be next Wednesday, August 18.

It is a day when Australians remember the sacrifice and service of the more than 59,500 Australian military personnel, 1160 Australian civilians and 3890 New Zealand military personnel who served in Vietnam.

Overall, 528 Australians (521 service personnel and seven civilians) and 37 New Zealanders died in the war.

More than 3000 Australians and 187 New Zealanders were wounded.

Australian troops first became involved in the Vietnam War in 1962, but it wasn’t until 1965 that larger numbers of troops became committed.

Initially the war had significant public support, but this support waned as the war dragged on, and by 1969 anti-war protests were gathering momentum in Australia.

Opposition to conscription mounted, as many people came to believe the war could not be won.

Some veterans returning from Vietnam experienced abuse from people for their service in Vietnam.

However, by 1987 attitudes to the war had changed.

Vietnam veterans were given a welcome home parade in Sydney where some 25,000 veterans marched to the cheers of several hundred thousand onlookers.

In 1992, a National Memorial for the Vietnam War was unveiled on Canberra’s Anzac Parade.

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A commemoration service will be held at the replica Long Tan Cross at the Sale RSL in York St this Sunday, August 15, to remember the service of Australians and New Zealanders who served in Vietnam. The service will begin at 11.30am, and all are welcome to attend. It will be followed by fellowship in the club rooms. For more information phone Sale RSL on 5144 2538, or email the secretary via sec@salersl.com.au.

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These gestures signalled an acceptance of Vietnam veterans that some who returned from the war had not felt previously.

In 2021, Australians commemorate 50 years since Operation Overlord, where Australian and New Zealand troops fought a series of engagements against entrenched North Vietnamese forces.

The result was the withdrawal of enemy forces from the area and a reduced threat to Phuoc Tuy province where the Australians were based.

Ten Australians were killed and 24 were wounded during Operation Overlord.

This year is also the 55th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, probably the most well known Australian battle of the Vietnam War, where 17 Australians were killed and 26 wounded.

Five Indigenous Australian soldiers served at Long Tan and were part of about 500 Indigenous Australians who served during the Vietnam War. This year, Australians also remember the 343 Australian nurses who served during the war.

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THE implementation of a food organics, garden organics (FOGO) service is scheduled to be in place across the state by 2030, as the state government moves towards a circular economy.

As a result of state government policies, there will be a lot happening locally in coming years to support Gippsland’s journey toward a zero waste, low carbon, circular economy, including in Wellington Shire.

Resource Recovery Gippsland executive officer Matthew Peake said a clear benefit to the region was having all Gippsland councils on board with the implementation of a FOGO kerbside collection service — a service that has been in place across Bass Coast for several years.

“Valuing waste as a resource makes environmental and economic sense,” Mr Peake said.

“In Victoria food and garden organics make up approximately 50 per cent of household waste going to landfill, with food comprising an average by weight of 36 per cent,” he said.

“Diverting food from landfill enables councils to support communities to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions associated with waste and, in true circular economy style, produces a resource (compost) that can be returned as an asset to improve agricultural and horticultural productivity.”

Wellington Shire too is part of the initiative.

Council’s natural environment and parks manager Tim Rowe said Wellington was excited to be part of the collaborative approach to deliver an improved waste service.

“An important part of achieving that target is to remove organics from landfill which will not only reduce costs, but also reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” he said.

“The removal of and subsequent re-processing of these organics into a viable soil improvement product is an important initiative that creates new economic opportunities and contributes to a

circular economy.”

In Victoria, almost a third of councils are already trialling or providing a FOGO service for their residents, and where it has been successfully implemented, a great deal of community consultation was undertaken by councils to ensure the development of fit-for-purpose collection and processing centred around the use of residents’ existing garden organics (green-lidded) bins.

“Each council is at a different stage of their journey toward FOGO and there’s a lot to put in place within the region to make this transition smooth and sustainable,” Mr Peake said.

“To enable this, Resource Recovery Gippsland has been working closely with all six Gippsland councils on the Gippswide Kerbside project, a collaborative procurement approach to collecting and processing of kerbside waste.

“Gippswide Kerbside is all about councils coming together on behalf of their communities to leverage market-place efficiencies and cost effectiveness in the resource recovery sector.”

Mr Peake said the region-wide approach to the collection, processing and transport of waste, organics and recyclables would help maximise economic development and investment and provide positive environmental outcomes for Gippsland.

The state government is spending $380 million on the implementation of Recycling Victoria, the state’s circular economy policy and 10-year action plan in a bid to deliver “a cleaner, greener Victoria with less waste and pollution, better recycling, more jobs and a stronger economy”.

Other initiatives to transform the state’s waste and resource recovery sector include the implementation of a container deposit scheme, a ban on single-use plastics, a glass collection system, and industry and infrastructure development to bring about collection, processing and production innovation and efficiencies.

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Reminder to slow down for active wildlife this spring WILDLIFE volunteers are urging Gippsland drivers to watch out and slow down for wildlife on roads as they become more mobile closer to spring.

Every year, thousands of native animals are killed or injured on Victorian roads, often leaving pouch babies orphaned and causing a safety concern for drivers and passengers.

Kangaroos and wallabies are most at risk on roads, but Wildlife Victoria has also warned drivers to watch out for wombats, birds, possums, lizards, tortoises and echidnas while driving.

Macropods (like kangaroos and wallabies) are most active at dawn and dusk, and the grass on the sides of the roads tends to be fresher from water run-off, making these favourable feeding areas.

A local wildlife carer said anyone finding an injured or dead animal on the road should check its pouch where safe to do so.

“Kangaroos and possums very often have babies in their pouches which will die unless they are rescued and taken to a wildlife carer or a vet,” she said.

“They can suffer for days before they pass away, so the sooner they are rescued the better their chances — there are phone operators at Wildlife Victoria who can talk rescuers through the process.”

Wildlife Victoria advises drivers should be aware of road stretches were they are likely to encounter wildlife, especially during dusk and dawn, and slow to avoid collisions.

Studies from the Centre for Automotive Safety Research conducted by the University of Adelaide have shown that a reduction in speed of just 10 per cent has the potential to reduce vehicle crashes by 20 per cent.

Motorists should drive to suit the conditions and at a speed that allows them to avoid potential collisions with animals.

Drivers who encounter injured wildlife should maintain a safe distance and park their car safely with hazard lights on before phoning Wildlife Victoria on 8400 7300.

Take note of the street address or nearby landmarks to guide rescuers to the animal quickly.

People can also download Wildlife Victoria’s Snap

Unmasking the impact of single-use masks DISPOSABLE face masks are becoming an environmental issue.

It’s estimated about 75 per cent of used disposable face masks will end up in landfills or in the ocean, according to the World Economic Forum.

If no action is taken, the amount of plastics dumped into the ocean will triple by 2040, from 11 to 29 million tonnes per year (according to a report on plastic waste endorsed by the UN environmental agency UNEP).

Disposable face masks and surgical masks are not recyclable. Once used, they should have the ear loops cut with scissors (in order to prevent entangling wildlife) and be put in rubbish bins.

The Health Department advises face coverings don’t need to be surgical quality to be effective, but should be fitted over the nose and mouth.

The most environmentally-friendly option is a reusable cloth mask, made from washable fabric with three layers.

It’s good to have a few because they have to be washed after every use and must be completely dry before reuse.

Visit the Department of Health and Human Services website for more information about face masks — including how to make reusable cloth masks.

This tiny, frightened Brushtail joey was found in its mum’s pouch after she was recently hit and killed by a car on Redbank Rd, Stratford. Thanks to a passerby who checked the animal’s pouch, the bub is now in the care of a wildlife shelter and will be released to live out her adult life in the wild.

Send Solve app, and report wildlife emergencies from their smartphone.

Those who do accidentally hit and injure animals while driving should phone the rescue group’s volunteer emergency service.

Even if the animal appears okay and has hopped or moved away, it will be injured.

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Community news

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Funding for local charities available

CHARITIES providing services for families in the Catholic Diocese of Sale are invited to apply to Catholic charity Trinity Families for 2021 project funding before September 30.

Applications must be from registered charities with deductible gift recipient status.

Trinity Families executive officer Mary Winter said this year’s disbursement would mark a milestone in the charity’s service to families as it will take the amount distributed to more than $1.7 million.

For more than 20 years, more than 90 different charities have benefitted from Trinity Families funding.

To be eligible to apply, there are three things an applicant must be able to show.

It must be a registered charity with DGR status and must use the funds to support families which align with Catholic values, while the project must be within Cardinia, Casey, Baw Baw, Latrobe, Wellington, Bass Coast, South Gippsland and East Gippsland municipalities.

Recent recipients have included a charity that assists children going into foster care and a disability advocacy organisation, assisting in lobbying for disabled people affected by the 2020 bushfires.

Ms Winter said Trinity Families often supports charities which for various reasons have not been able to attract funding from other sources.

When Bishop Jeremiah Coffey established the trust in 1997 as he saw major national charities raising millions of dollars in the region, at the time, and he felt that little of the money was finding its way back to fund grassroots programs here.

Bishop Coffey saw little value in duplicating the services of other charities already doing good work here, so he decided to create a charity to support other charities working in the region.

Ms Winter added the philanthropic trust allocated earnings from its investments each year, and while it was a Catholic charity, it was there to serve all charities no matter whether they had a religious affiliation or not.

Charities wishing to apply for funding are encouraged to download the fillable application form on the website and send it back.

For more information visit www.trinityfamilies.org. au or email trinity@sale.catholic.org.au

Maffra Rotary Club’s board for 2021-22, (from left) president Veronica Dwyer, immediate past president Ted Mitchell, secretary Helen Lanigan, treasurer Peter Hargreaves and Mark Saddington. Absent: Roger Malouf.

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Maffra Rotary’s changeover MAFFRA Rotary Club recently held its changeover night, described by attendees as an evening of fun and fellowship, at Duart Homestead.

The club was honoured by the presence of Rotary district governor Bill Degnan and his wife Judy, as well as immediate past governor Mark Humphries and his wife Linda, and former governor Don Ripper and his wife Jude.

Visitors from Yarram, Traralgon, Traralgon Central and Sale Rotary clubs, Macalister Valley Lions Club and Maffra Men’s Probus Club also attended, as well as members’ friends and partners.

In his toast to Rotary International, Mr Humphries explained how, in their attempts to control the COVID pandemic, governments made use of Rotary’s expertise in contact tracing.

This was developed by Rotary in its campaign to eradicate polio from the world.

Mr Humphries celebrated the fact there have only been two cases of polio in the world in the past

168 days, an incredible feat considering conditions in, for example, Afghanistan.

Mr Humphries also outlined Rotary International president Shekhar Mehta’s theme for the year, ‘serve to change lives’.

Mr Mehta urged members to become more involved in service projects, as caring for and serving others was the best way to live because it changes not only other people’s lives, but also our own. He also asked members to use Rotary’s belief that diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical in all they do.

Global Rotary membership has hovered around 1.2 million for the past two decades.

Mr Degnan thanked Mr Humphries for his toast, adding the international president’s guiding mantra was “to do more to grow more” — bigger and more effective service projects, and increase Rotary membership.

“Service is the rent we pay for the space we occupy on this Earth,” he said.

Mr Degnan congratulated the Maffra Rotary

Club on its achievements this year, referring especially to the Australia Day celebration, the monthly market and the street caravan.

Mr Degnan then inducted new member Claire Cochrane into the club, and inducted the 2021-22 president Veronica Dwyer.

Ms Dwyer outlined her vision for the year, mentioning there would be changes ahead for the club, including changing the meeting night to a Wednesday. She also introduced her board for the new year.

Community and sports clubs, charity organisations, schools, playgroups and kindergartens are welcome to send in images and a few words about the activities they are undertaking.

This is a great way to promote your organisation — and accepted items are published free of charge.

We need the first and surnames of people pictured from left to right (unless large groups or crowds), and images should be about 300kb or higher. Words and images can be emailed to news@gippslandtimes.com.au

Community briefs

Country Women’s Association’s North Gippsland group members are pulling on their aprons to raise money for Central Gippsland Health to buy a phototherapy blanket to help newborns with jaundice. Pictured are (back row, from left) Raelene Oldham, Vivian Speight, Lyn McLindin (front) Wendy Taylor, Dianne Honey and Lesley Stergiopoulos.

Our Smile Squad staff are all set to go in their new uniforms.

CGH supports Smile Squad in partnership with the State Government to provide free dental care to all students enrolled in public schools across Wellington.

Association State Community Care will CWA helps raise dough Women’s host a sausage sizzle at Bunnings, Sale, on Sunday. for CGH’s newborns Rosedale market next month

Job Vacancies

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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DEPENDENT on COVID-19 restrictions, the Country Women’s Association North Gippsland Group is planning to hold a cake stall in support of local initiative Bake For Babies this Saturday from 9.30am to 1.30pm, unless sold out earlier.

Cakes, slices, biscuits, jams and preserves will be available.

Bake for Babies is a campaign by the Newborn Intensive Care Foundation to help raise money to buy a phototherapy blanket for Sale’s special care nursery.

Phototherapy blankets are used to treat babies with jaundice, which can cause brain damage if left untreated.

The stall will held at the group’s shop at 67d Macarthur St, Sale — next to La Porchetta.

Again dependent on restrictions, the shop will open this Friday between 9am and 3pm.

The shop usually opens every Friday, with everyone welcome to pop in for a cuppa and chat or to buy hand crafted knitting, sewing, jewellery, preserves and jams.

COVID rules and regulations will be adhered to, with QR code or sign in, sanitising and social distancing.

Again dependent on restrictions, Country

THE next Rosedale Country Market will be held on Sunday, September 12, at the Prince Street Reserve.

The market will include hot food, hot and cold drink, produce, art and craft, upcycled goods, music, demonstrations and children’s activities.

Rosedale Fire Brigade will be selling Captain Koala toys for $19.95 each.

Gates will open at 6am for stall holders.

Buskers and new stall holders are welcome.

For enquiries, phone 5199 2818 or 0427 522 787.

Daffodil Day coming up

THIS Daffodil Day — Friday, August 27 — Cancer Council is encouraging Victorians to find their flower power to make a positive effect on the lives of people affected by cancer.

Money raised will fund vital cancer research that is saving lives every day.

People can get involved in flower power by donating online at www.daffodilday.com.au or hosting a Yellow Fundraiser at their school or workplace for life-saving cancer research.

For more information or to get involved, visit www. daffodilday.com.au or phone 1300 65 65 85.

Letters to the editor Local homelessness a hidden but real issue From Deanna Gunning, Longford: I WAS interested to read the article about homelessness (Gippsland Times 3/8), because I am aware that many people in our community have no idea what has really been going on.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there are more than 500 homeless people in Gippsland.

I did my own research and discovered that since COVID, this number is now closer to 650.

In Sale alone that number has been between 60 and 70.

This is appalling indeed.

When I approached two senior local government officials about the issue (along with some possible solutions) I was literally told “it’s not our problem.”

I heartily disagreed then, as I do now, because it is our problem. These homeless people are members of our community.

As I addressed the issue publicly, one woman even said on my candidate Facebook page, “I have never seen anyone sleeping in the streets around Sale so far…” to which someone else replied “I’m curious ... just wondering if that means it isn’t happening because you haven’t seen it?”.

Sadly, many people think this way. Some of us may not have seen all the homeless in our region and in our towns, but I can assure you they definitely do exist and need us to take notice.

To pretend the problem is not there does not make it go away or remedy it.

I recently discovered that some places where the homeless were known to be were blocked off or dismantled.

This was done at the beginning of winter, which meant the homeless had nowhere to go to stay warm during the cold winter months.

It is obvious those involved wanted the homeless moved on elsewhere so they became someone else’s ‘problem’.

How heartless can people be?

I have been to each one of the homeless places myself, and have photographs to prove that what I am saying is true.

It’s time we put the heart back into our community and local authorities and consider that every person in our town – regardless of their status, race, or social standing — deserves to be heard, have a place to call home, to be a member of a community, and to receive a fair go.

www.gippslandtimes.com.au At times it was tough, but after more than 50 years I look back and think both those experiences actually had a very positive impact on my life.

Early in life it taught me to deal with setbacks — and the pimples made sure I developed my personality as best I could.

During my life I had plenty of good jobs I thoroughly enjoyed.

With no real fear of failure, I applied for and gained those jobs while others more qualified held back, worried about their image if they weren’t successful.

I also saw many who breezed through university and marriage, but coped very poorly when they experienced their first real setback in their 30s.

It was much the same with pimples.

Many of the ‘drop-dead gorgeous’ girls (and probably boys) didn’t need a personality to be popular, and when wrinkles started to appear, some didn’t have a lot to fall back on.

Students and parents will worry regardless of what I say, but in hindsight, happiness is the real goal and stressing about final results doesn’t help.

In the long run, I found poor results in Year 12

didn’t hold me back.

So my advice to parents and students in the final phase of secondary school is take the time to read the Desiderata (every month until the exams).

Give it your best, but keep it all in perspective.

Upset at no weekend COVID testing From Laurence Martin, Maffra: JUST how emergent is this COVID-19 dilemma?

Did you know that there’s no system set in place for a rotation of respiratory clinics to facilitate us if one clinic shuts down?

I would like to let you know of a travesty which happened recently.

A chap needed to be tested, and because there’s no format for the facilities to follow we become the forgotten people — ignored even.

He rang the Sale hospital as the respiratory was closed, and was told of some numbers to ring to find out where there was a site open.

He rang six numbers — and all were closed on the weekend.

How disgraceful.

He was informed by the Latrobe Regional Hospital that the nearest clinic was Pakenham.

What happened to Morwell? Warragul even?

But nope, it was just Pakenham, and you know by the time he spoke to them it was too late for travel because, they were only open from 10am to 2pm.

So I ask, is it really so detrimental a virus, or is it only so in the greater metropolitan areas?

I have been in contact with both the Opposition and the current political representatives for Gippsland and they are all aware, but no-one is doing anything.

I am imploring people affected by this system failure to get on board and contact Harriet Shing and Jane Garrett.

Let them know this just cannot be tolerated.

The Gippsland Times welcomes letters to the editor. Preference will be given to brief, concise letters which address local issues. The editor reserves the right to edit letters for reasons of space and clarity, and may refuse to publish any letter without explanation. Letters must include a phone number or email address for purposes of substantiating authenticity.

Destroying jobs for no global benefit ‘insane’ From Marcia Davidson, Morwell: TONY Smith of Sale defends the net zero emissions policy by reciting a long list of organisations and countries that supposedly agree with it (Gippsland Times 3/8).

However, he fails to provide any evidence that actually justifies the policy, or that foreign governments will actually honour their promises.

For example, he claims that China supports net zero by 2060, but in reality, the Yale Environmental School has confirmed that the Chinese are on track to add another 247 gigawatts of coal-fired power generation.

This is more than five times the size of the projects proposed in the rest of the world.

To put that number into perspective, Australia’s national coal-fired generation is equivalent to 25.2 gigawatts.

So China’s immediate expansion of coal power is more than 10 times the size of Australia’s entire coal power sector, not including the very large existing coal-fired generation already operating in China.

As a matter of simple mathematics, destroying the Australian coal sector won’t make any difference to the trajectory of global carbon emissions and coal expansion.

Destroying local jobs for no global benefit is not economic sense — it’s just utterly insane.

Mr Smith concludes his letter by stating that “opinions are important, but wild statements without substance are a waste of column length”.

Well Mr Smith, perhaps you could offer some evidence of your own.

Year 12 is not the be-all-end-all From Bob Hammill, Sale: FOR Year 12 students, this is the home run.

It’s a stressful time for students and parents as we foster the belief that if students don’t do well, they’re doomed.

For those who are feeling stressed, or not doing so well, let me offer some advice by outlining some of my experiences.

In Years 11 and 12, I wasn’t what you’d call the sharpest knife in the drawer.

I failed Year 11, repeated, and after two years, just passed enough subjects to go onto Year 12.

I failed that as well.

On top of all that, I had more pimples than 99 per cent of the kids in Sale High School.

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Arts and entertainment

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‘We are the Land, the Land is Us’ at GAG

The work of art rtist t Lee Darroch, pictured draped in a possum skin cloak, k,, will be displayed at Gippsland Art rtt Gallery ry, y Sale, during August and September.

THIS spring, the Gippsland Art Gallery will present We are the Land, the Land is Us, the first major Gippsland exhibition of First Nations artist Lee Darroch, a nationally acclaimed artist and possum skin cloak maker based on Raymond Island.

Lee is a proud Yorta Yorta, Mutti Mutti and Boon Wurrung artist, designer and community cultural worker whose practice is inspired by the need to continue cultural, spiritual and artistic practices in Australia’s south-east.

Lee is a renowned visual artist and leader of the revival of traditional cultural practices across south-east Australia. Her artworks celebrate Aboriginal cultural heritage in many media including possum skin cloak making, sculpture, public art, feather work, coiled basketry, printmaking, and pastel drawing.

In recent years, Lee has turned more to land art and sculptural installations as a means to express deep connectedness to the Land. Her major artworks draw on natural materials such as stone, bone, shell, animal skins, ochre, sea sponges, feather, and driftwood.

In such a way Lee sees her works as responding to and paying homage to the Land.

In the gallery’s final exhibition prior to

the Archibald Prize, We are the Land, the Land is Us will sprawl through two connected spaces at the gallery, immersing visitors into Lee’s rich cultural practice.

A major component will be Ng Woka (I am the Land), a large floor-based installation made up of many different sculptural elements around the themes of our connection to the Land and the Old People who went before us.

Other exhibits will include a wall installation, Bunjil’s eaglehawk nest, Waa’s crow nest, driftwood sculptures, possum bags, coiled basketry, and possum skin cloaks based on the songline of south-eastern Australia, such as the bogong moth story.

Lee said Ng Woka (I am the Land), using fibre and natural materials, tells the story of environmental degradation and species loss threats to the oceans, the Land, the rivers and lakes.

“My concept is based on the idea that I am the Land. In other words, we are all a part of the whole web of life,” she said.

“Past, present and future linked. They are indivisible from each other. The never-ending spiral of life: birth, life, death and re-birth is what I am interested in.

“Through my work I am exploring my spiritual and cultural connection to Country as a

Yorta Yorta, Mutti Mutti and Boon Wurrung woman. Drawing on Aboriginal philosophy of sing up Country, paint up Country, dance up Country, make Country stronger. Making my artwork makes my Country and people grow stronger.

“In no other point in history has it been more important for us to embrace the Aboriginal way of living and knowing. The future of the planet the animals, birds, plants and trees is all connected and depends on us all realising this and changing our lives to support nature.”

We are the Land, the Land is Us will be on display at Gippsland Art Gallery, Sale, from August 14 to September 26, dependent on COVID-19 restrictions.

Entry is free.

Gippsland Art Gallery is temporarily closed under current COVID-19 restrictions. However, art lovers can stay inspired via its Gallery at Home platform, which hosts children’s activities, virtual tours of current exhibitions, and podcast epidosdes, plus more.

For more information, visit gippslandartgallery.com

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TICKETS are now on sale for the Archibald Prize 2021 at the Gippsland Art Gallery Sale.

The gallery is the sole Victorian host venue for the Archibald Prize 2021 regional tour, which will be in Sale later this year.

Fifty-two portraits will be on display, including 2021 Archibald Prize winner, Melbourne-based Peter Wegner’s portrait of fellow artist and centenarian Guy Warren.

Also on display will be the Packing Room Prize winner, Kathrin Longhurst’s portrait of muchloved singer Kate Ceberano.

Gippsland Art Gallery director Simon Gregg said as the “premier art destination in Gippsland”, the gallery was thrilled to welcome the Archibald Prize to Gippsland in the prize’s centenary year.

“We look forward to welcoming Gippsland locals, along with their friends and family, to the exhibition and encourage them to enjoy one of the many exciting events taking place throughout the exhibition, including pop-up ‘portrait speed dates’, ‘Friday up late’, ‘portrait play for mini makers’, artist talks, guided tours and more.”

Wellington Shire Council mayor Cr Garry

Events listed in the Gippsland Times are subject to the COVID-19 restrictions in place at the time. Ticketholders should check with individual venues to confirm events will run as scheduled.

Packing Room Prize 2021 winner Kathrin Longhurst’s ‘Kate’, oil on linen, 122 by 122cm.

Photo: AGNSW, Jenni Carter Sitter: Kate Ceberano.

Stephens said it was “no secret” that the region had faced its fair share of challenges in the past couple of years, with drought, bushfires, floods and the ongoing pandemic.

“We encourage all locals to get behind the Archibald in Gippsland by not only experiencing the exhibition themselves, but by using this

opportunity to encourage visits from friends and family, inviting them to experience everything that our amazing region has to offer.”

Celebrating its centenary this year, the Art Gallery of New South Wales’ Archibald Prize is Australia’s foremost portraiture prize.

Awarded to the best portrait painting, the prize attracts entries from prominent and emerging artists in Australia and New Zealand, and features celebrated figures from all walks of life.

The exhibition will be on display in Sale from October 8 to November 21.

Tickets to the Archibald Prize 2021 in Gippsland are priced at $17 for adults, $15 for seniors, $11 for concession (card holders and students) and $9 for children (ages five to 17).

A group discount of $15 per ticket applies to groups of 10 more.

Tickets can be bought at archibaldprizegippsland. com.au

For more information, visit archibaldprizegippsland. com.au or follow @gippsartgallery on Instagram or Gippsland Art Gallery on Facebook.

Three-part poetry workshop at Bond St BOND Street Event Centre will host a threepart workshop series, exploring convention defying writers who came to their power through poem.

After meeting the ‘Rebel Poets’, workshop participants can try to write in their style.

Poetry has served as a capsule for the human experience since song first found its way onto clay tablets. A truly universal form of expression, poetry has developed a reputation over time as being for the few rather than the many.

The workshops are for anyone who feels poetry

to be the domain of the literary elite, enjoys reading but haven’t connected with the poem, or would like to learn more about poetry.

People will traverse time and styles of poetry, and meet a collection of poets who demonstrate that poetry truly is for everyone.

The free event will be facilitated by English literature teacher and literacy educator Michelle MacNaughtan, on August 26, October 21 and December 16 from 7pm to 8.30pm.

For more information or to secure a place for the first workshop email poetryatbond@gmail.com

Exhibition explores extinction LOCAL artists concerned about species loss have banded together to explore the topic through simultaneous exhibitions in Gippsland galleries.

The exhibition, titled Emergency — Species loss, by CARE: Concerned Artists Resisting Extinction, includes the works of a collective of 100 professional artists responding to the loss of native flora and fauna in Gippsland and beyond.

In mid-August 2019, a call to arms went out to Gippsland artists by well-known wildlife painter Dawn Stubbs after Australia’s official list of extinct and threatened species increased from 34 per cent to 38 per cent.

One hundred artists responded to Dawn’s appeal, including painters, printmakers, sculptors, filmmakers, photographers, installation artists, musicians and dancers.

The artists began creating works of art which spoke about the plight of hundreds of thousands of unique creatures and millions of acres of magnificent eucalypts and other species, thoughtprovoking work that would inform people and move them to action.

Then the 2019-2020 fires hit, wreaking havoc across Australia. An estimated three billion native

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HOME by Lesley Duxbury. wildlife creatures were lost.

Gippslanders staggered out of the smoke and ashes, only to be greeted by a nightmare of a different dimension.

The deadly COVID-19 pandemic brought much human activity in the world to a standstill, including the exhibition. After several cancellations and postponements, the project has been salvaged.

Last month, the galleries — including Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale, Maffra Exhibition Space and Briagolong Art Gallery — began to simultaneously host exhibitions, titled ‘Emergency Species Loss’.

While lockdown is now in place once again, many of the works can also be viewed online by searching for CARE — Concerned Artists Resisting Extinction on Facebook, or visiting www.instagram. com/care_artists

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Showcasing Our Local Schools

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St Michael s Primary School, Heyfield 2021 As well as learning in the core subjects of English and Mathematics, we offer students experiences aimed to promote problem solving, creativity and lateral thinking. Our curriculum includes digital technologies, science, art and Italian.Students also have the opportunity to participate in many other extracurricular activities such as sports, public speaking, radio broadcasting, theater performance and choir.

WE ARE A SMALL SCHOOL WITH BIG OPPORTUNITIES!

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St Michael s Primary School, Heyfield, is a small, friendly and supportive learning community. We believe in the infinite potential of each child and see it as our responsibility, in partnership with parents, to develop our students God-given gifts so that they can be confident and connected learners who are able to meet the challenges of the 21st Century. We intentionally keep class sizes small across the school so that learning is maximised for each child and teaching is targeted to their needs.

Phone: 5148 2514 Davis Street Heyfield Victoria 3858

Email: principal@stmheyfield.catholic.edu.au

Website: www.stmheyfield.catholic.edu.au

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Motivating our students to achieve success by developing a “Growth Mindset” towards learning. The perfect mid size Please phone 5149 7210 for more information school only 10 minutes or email: longford.ps@education.vic.gov.au from Sale

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• Living the values “Respect, Responsibility, Integrity and Excellence” • High student expectations • Small class sizes • Strong focus on progress • Caring environment • Community focus

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Sale Primary School - 545 We care…

• about your child/ren wanting to come to

school and achieve to the best of their abilities • that your child/ren are happy and safe each day • about the curriculum and how best to support your child/ren’s strengths and areas of need • about our staff being the best teachers they can be • about being a supportive, friendly and caring school that maintains its historical links with the local community • about YOU,, as our parents

RESPECT

HONESTY

‘545’ provides a broad curriculum that ensures opportunities and successes for all children within a safe and orderly environment. We promote excellence in learning by providing quality programs that challenge and interest all students, and foster self-esteem, confidence, independence and cooperative skills. We offer students a balanced educational program in English, Mathematics, The Arts (Music and Visual Art), Humanities (Social Studies), Health and Physical Education, Science and Technology, and Language (AUSLAN).

As we are currently unable to arrange a tour of the school, please call 5144 5545 or email sale.ps@education.vic.gov.au if you have any further questions.

As soon as restrictions on schools are lifted we will be available for tours.

ENJOYMENT

RESILIENCE

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At ‘545’ our vision is to “Develop growth in the whole child – academically, socially and emotionally”. Your child’s education is a cooperative venture between home and school.

SUCCESS

At Maffra SC we provide our students with a vibrant culture of learning and support, excellent educational outcomes and diverse pathways. Our students experience a range of opportunities and become leaders and life-long learners.

They explore local, global and cultural connections.

We are very proud of our students and welcome enrolment enquiries for 2022.

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Cobains Primary School Small class sizes, individualised learning for students and a supportive community environment Come and see why we are the school for you!

Call to arrange a personal tour of the school.

Only 7 minutes easy drive from centre of Sale

Vacancies available for Foundation 2022

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3 Crofts Rd Cobains Ph: 51498274 Principal: Sandra Platt

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Whole school approach to positive behaviour Faith driven inquiry Evidence based learning Point of need teaching for all students Flexible learning areas

Please telephone the school for a tour and find out about orientation and the programs and strategies we will deliver to the children.

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St Mary’s School Maffra Prayer, Friendship and Service.

A Catholic Co-Educational Primary School - Enquiries principal@stmmaffra.catholic.edu.au - Phone 5147 1334

Boisdale Consolidated School We offer a family school atmosphere with:

Prep Support and Prep programs operating A strong focus on Literacy & Numeracy Art, PE, LOTE (Indonesian) and Music specialist programs Extra programs to cater for student interests and abilities.

On site heated Swimming Pool.

Excellent new buildings, spacious grounds and modern classrooms Student Kitchen Garden Program

Our School Values

Show Respect Bounce Back Be a Mate Work as a Team Be Your Best

Think Proud, Act Proud, Be Proud

Our school values underpin all of our actions and beliefs. They are an essential code through which we build a caring community atmosphere.

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Principal: Daniel Clark

Newry Road, Boisdale Phone: 5145 4391 www.boisdalecs.vic.edu.au Find us on Facebook

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At BCS we support every child to reach their full potential in a challenging, yet safe environment.

Our school provides a well-rounded education where our strong values underpin all aspects of the school.

Scan the QR Code or visit the link below to obtain an enrolment form. https://bit.ly/2Vowg6w Our offi fice i can also be contacted on 5145 4391 for more information or to arrange a personal tour.

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GUTHRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dawson Street, Sale

Telephone: 5144 3633

www.guthridgeps.vic.edu.au Email: guthridge.ps@education.vic.gov.au Contact us to enrol today!

• Dedicated playgrounds for all age groups, plenty tyy of open spaces and lovely new facilities.

• Additional support rtt and extension in Literacy and Numeracy for all year levels

• Huge state-of-the-art rtt Fitness Centre and basketball stadium

• Additional support rtt for Koorie and English as Additional Language students

• Student Wellbeing & Engagement team provide a wide range of support rts t to students and their families • Before school Breakf kfast f Program • Welcoming and friendly school community tyy including Parents’ Club and School Council • Positive behaviours encouraged & rewarded. Expected behaviours explicitly taught

• Extra-curricular activities include: concert rtt band, choirs, music tuition, musical production, bike & traffffic f education, soccer 7s, camps & excursions, House sport rts t – swimming, cross country ry, y athletics • Strong Values and clear Expectations across the whole school: Our values - Show Respect. Have a Go. Keep Try rying. y Bounce Back and Work as a Team...To Be our Best!

Our behaviour expectations: Be Respectful, Be Safe and Be Responsible

• Defence Mentor to support rtt Defence students and families from RAA AAF A base East Sale

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• Synthetic soccer field with four lane running track

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• Small class sizes in all year levels • Foundation classes designed to meet students’ needs in their first year of schooling including our highly successful Foundationsupport rtt class • Kinder to Foundation transition programs including teachers visiting kinders • Specialist subjects: Physical Education, Music, Art rtt and AUSLA LAN A (Australian sign-language) • Up-to-date digital technologies in every ryy classroom (laptops, iPads and interactive TVs) TV V • Swimming program taught by AUSTSWIM qualified instructors in our own indoor heated swimming pool • Play is the Way – positive, purposeful play activities at recess and lunch play times

Respect - Enjoy - Achieve - Learn Nambrok - Denison Primary School concentrate on fostering a warm and friendly atmosphere where children are encouraged to achieve to the best of their ability and develop a life-long love of learning.

Please contact the school for further enquires

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947 Sale-Cowwarr Road Nambrok

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Rosedale Primary School At Rosedale Primary School we foster a friendly learning community who conducts itself with acceptance, integrity and respect in a positive, challenging and engaging environment.

Bright, colourful and modern classrooms A strong teaching focus on literacy, numeracy and learning technologies Very spacious and attractive grounds, extensive play areas, kitchen gardens and an animal enclosure Specialists in Visual Arts, Auslan, Physical Education, Cooking, and our Growing for Life environmental program Highly effective Student Management Program based on our core values of Friendship, Learning, Acceptance, Integrity and Respect

Principal Fiona Knight

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For more information, view our webpage www.rosedaleps.vic.edu.au, follow us on Facebook or contact the school on 5199 2473

Maffra Primary School • Flexible 1-2 year Foundation Program for all eligible school age children.

• Personal growth for every learner with a strong emphasis on emotional resilience.

Our School Values Step Up Bounce Back Take Care Be Kind

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• Stimulating Curriculum with the main focus on Literacy and Numeracy.

• Individual goal setting for every ry y

student • Visit our Facebook site @MaffraPrimary rySchool y

Phone 5147 1236 to arrange an appointment with the Principal

BRIAGOLONG PRIMARY SCHOOL INTEGREITY

Our students are empowered to be ambitious, to behave with integrity, and to be resilient; values which are embodied in our staff and school community.

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AMBITION

Consistently strong results in Literacy and Numeracy .

FOR A PERSONAL TOUR, CALL US ON 5145 5260

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Acceptance, Respect, Commitment and Honesty

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tratford Primary School’s aim is to work with families so that our students leave our school with empathy, compassion, initiative, perseverance, and a strong sense of self-worth. We want them to be successful self-managers with a sense of justice and a willingness to give back to their community.

Our dedicated teachers and support staff develop individual learning plans and draw upon a wide range of teaching and learning programs so that our students have a sense of pride knowing that they have worked hard to achieve the highest personal results they can.

We want them to leave with memories of good times, good friends, and a readiness to take on the world.

For further information and to arrange a tour contact the Principal; Debbie Nicholls on 5145 6554 or stratford.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

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Come and join us and work with us to help your child be the best that he or she can be.

STRONG RELATIONSHIPS – GENUINE SMALL CLASS SIZES– AUSLAN – SUPPORTIVE PARENTS/CARERS CLUB –PICTURESQUE AND DIVERSE GROUNDS – BEST PRACTICE TEACHING

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p u e n i l l Schoo 2022 School Principals

Jennifer Roep

Maffra Secondary College

Leisa Harper

Gippsland Grammar

Respect Commitment

Velleda Bradford

Heyfield Primary School

Gayle Coleman

Wurruk Primary School

Honesty

Brendan Staple Sale College

Chris Randell

Catholic College Sale

Karen Smyth

Seaspray Primary School

Anita Little

St Thomas Primary School

Sandra Platt

Cobains Primary School

Matt Currie

Maffra Primary School

Chris Malone

Sale ‘545’ Primary School

Acceptance

Debbie Nicholls

Stratford Primary School

James Gay

Sale Specialist School

Mark McDonald

Briagolong Primary School

Fiona Knight

Rosedale Primary School

Sarah Whitwarm

Bundalaguah Primary School

Joel Brayshaw

St Patricks Primary School

Craig Pauwels

Nambrok-Denison Primary

Brett Morris

St Mary’s Primary School Sale

Daniel Clark

Boisdale Primary School

Joel Fraser

Longford Primary School

Heyfield

Emily Streitberg

Guthridge Primary School

Geri Carter

Airly Primary School

Jason Slattery

St Mary’s Primary School Maffra

Jenny Miller

St Michael’s Primary School

Albie Fitt

Cowwarr Primary School

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Kinder ADVERTISING FEATURE

Combining fun and learning

Kath Foley Children’s Centre and Kindergarten believes if children are to learn and reach their full potential, their kindergarten environment must be inclusive and free from bias where they are happy, have fun and feel valued for their individuality. The centre’s programs are developed under the umbrella of the National Early Years Learning Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework, exposing children to a variety of learning experiences. Children are pictured being introduced to the work that police do, and they even got to have a look in a police car.

What to look for when choosing a kindergarten THE kindergarten program you choose should be a good fit with your child and family.

It’s a good idea to begin looking for a kindergarten program early, as enrolment processes vary.

Once you have a shortlist of kindergarten programs, contact the services to find out if they are holding open days or information sessions, or make an appointment to visit.

This is a great way to get a ‘feel’ for each program, to ask questions and to share information about your child.

You can also find out about the days and times the kindergarten program runs, how to enrol your child and any fees charged and subsidies available.

Visit more than one program if you can.

Try not to rely only on what other families say.

What to look for when you visit a service • Were you made to feel welcome?

High-quality kindergarten programs are based on a partnership between families and educators.

Did the educators ask questions about your child and your family? Were the educators interested in your questions and concerns?

• If your child was with you, did the educators engage directly with your child (rather than speaking to your child through you)?

• Are there a variety of fun and challenging learning opportunities that celebrate the cultures of the children who use the service?

• Do the indoor and outdoor areas offer the children stimulating learning experiences – for example, the opportunity to explore and discover new things? Is there space for the children to

Kath Foley is a long day kindergarten. We are perfect for families with busy lives who need care for their children earlier or later in the day and over the school holidays.

We provide the same approved program delivered by an early childhood teacher with some unique advantages.

Our staff are here for every child and family in a smaller group setting.

Contact us on

Phone: 5144 7188 education@kathfoleycentre.com.au

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In 2022 we are offering 4’s KINDER fro om 9:00am-4:30pm

Gro oups are Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursd day.

We e will also be offering 3’s Kinder from 9:00am-2:00pm on Fridays.

A nature kinder prog gram is included in these sessions.

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play with others or alone? Are there spaces where children can go to be quiet?

Have your questions ready • How will the educators work with you to support your child’s learning?

• How will the educators include your child’s interests?

• What opportunities will there be to discuss your child’s progress?

• If your child has additional needs, how will the service support you and your child?

• How does the program encourage positive behaviour?

• What will happen if your child becomes unwell or upset?

• Does the service have a kindergarten certificate on display? This certificate shows that a kindergarten program receives funding from the Victorian government and is taught by a qualified early childhood teacher.

• What is the service’s rating against the National Quality Standard (part of an Australiawide quality system of education and care services)? Can you see the written assessment?

• Is there a waiting list for places? Do you need to pay a deposit to enrol or to be put on the waiting list? Tell the service if you are not able to pay the deposit.

To find kindergarten programs in your local area (or area of choice) visit www.education.vic.gov. au/ findaservice/Home.aspx or contact your local council.

Source: www.education.vic.gov.au

Line- Up 2022 ADVERTISING FEATURE

Sale Combined Kinder three-year-old places SALE Combined Kindergartens’ three-year-old kindergarten enrolments are now open for 2022, with places still available.

Current research shows quality kindergarten programs lay the foundation for success at school, with attendance for more than one year strongly linked to more positive outcomes for children.

The state government will be funding three-year oldkindergarten in Wellington Shire from 2022, allowing each child to access two years of funded kinder.

This means an extra year of learning, socialisation and play.

This funding will allow providers to operate these groups and will lower the costs for families.

Kindergarten can have numerous benefits for children.

It can develop their self-identity and confidence, help form connections with community and build a sense of belonging, and help them understand their feelings and learn strategies to self-manage them.

It also builds on their language, literacy and numeracy abilities, promoting learning through play with other children in an enriched learning environment supported by qualified, experienced educators.

Kindergarten helps broaden the world of children by exposing them to new ideas and concepts.

Sale Combined Kindergartens comprises Sale North Kindergarten, Hyland Community Kindergarten and Gwenfa Hampton Kindergarten.

Expression of interest forms are available to complete online, and instructions may be found under the ‘enrol’ tab at www. salekinders.com.au

Parents who prefer a hard copy of the form can phone the administration office.

All expressions of interest must be accompanied by the child’s birth certificate and immunisation history statement.

Families who need more information before enrolling can phone the administration office on 5144 1663 or 0428 501 076, or visit the website www.salekinders. com.au or www/facebook.com/ salekinders/

To be eligible for three-year-old kinder, children must turn three years of age on or before April 30, 2022. They must have turned three years before they are able to begin.

Tours may be arranged (COVID-19 restrictions permitting) by appointment only, by phoning 5144 1663.

Concession Card fees will be applicable for three-year oldkindergarten from 2022.

Parents should note all fouryear-old kindergarten groups are currently full.

Kindergarten helps broaden the world of children by exposing them to new ideas and concepts.

Enrol NOW for 2022 3 year old kinder

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5144 2282 Expression of Interest forms are available to complete online on our website.

Or for further information please contact the Administration office on 51441663 or 0428 501 076 or www/facebook.com/salekinders/

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GENTS say this property poses a wonderful commercial opportunity in a prime location with highway frontage in Sale’s central business district, offering a well-equipped space that will suit a variety of purposes.

It includes two private office spaces, a meeting or interview room, dual purpose open areas, a store room, courtyard, kitchenette, two toilets and vanities, and front and rear entries.

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Brief details: Property: Versatile commercial property with highway frontage.

Address: 110 Foster St, Sale.

Price: $15,000 (plus GST) per annum, plus outgoings.

Agent: Wellington Real Estate.

Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 637.

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Low maintenance unit in central Sale

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GENTS say this comfortable, cosy unit is well maintained, has a practical floorplan and presents an affordable opportunity in the growing Sale property market.

The property features a north-facing open plan living area, a compact and practical kitchen, two spacious bedrooms and a private outdoor courtyard.

The central, quiet block also has off-street parking under its carport.

Agents say the new owners could either move in, or add it to the investment portfolio and rent it out.

Brief details: Property: Two bedroom, one bathroom unit in central Sale.

Address: 6/74 Marley St, Sale.

Price: $239,000.

Agent: Wellington Real Estate.

Phone Lisa Wegener on 0401 065 422.

MAFFRA

HEYFIELD

118-120 Johnson Street, Maffra

4 Temple Street, Heyfield

5147 2200

5148 3007

68 MCLEAN STREET MAFFRA

33 FOSTER STREET MAFFRA

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

CHARMING COTTAGE * 2 bedrooms * Open plan kitchen/dining/living * Gas heating and reverse cycle air conditioning

OUTSTANDING LOCATION, OUTSTANDING RENOVATION

* Renovated bathroom * Single carport * Low maintenance yard * Would suit a wide range of buyers

* Completely renovated internally * 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms * Open plan kitchen, dining , family room * New floor coverings, new light fittings, new bathrooms, freshly painted internally

AUCTION SATURDAY 14TH AUGUST AT 10:30AM ON SITE

* Central heating and reverse cycle air conditioning * Double garage plus separate carport (ideal for caravan) * Well maintained garden on easy to manage block * Fantastic location with an easy walk to main street

AUCTION SATURDAY 14TH AUGUST AT 11:30AM ON SITE

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* Fantastic lifestyle property on 100 acres (2 titles) * Delightfully renovated 4 bedroom home * Open plan kitchen/dining/living area * Separate north facing lounge * Outdoor undercover alfresco area overlooking inground swimming pool

* Double garage and carport * Extensive shedding which includes hay shed, machinery shed, and calf rearing shed * Subdivided into 5 paddocks all with dams & water troughs * Tank & bore water * An opportunity too good to miss

* 3 large bedrooms * Open plan kitchen and dining room with timber cabinetry and wood heater * Large living area plus sunroom * Central bathroom with shower over bath * Undercover outdoor BBQ area * Solar back to grid system * Double garage plus workshop and double carport * Secure yard * Located adjacent to Heyfield Bowls Club and a short walk to shops

AUCTION SATURDAY 28TH AUGUST AT 10:30AM ON SITE

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SALES Pat Weatherley Brett Lanigan Kevin Lanigan

FAMILY SIZED CHARACTER HOME

GREAT BUY IN THE HEART OF HEYFIELD

RURAL LIVING AT ITS BEST

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* Featuring many of the character hallmarks of yesteryear * 3 bedrooms * 2 bathrooms * Formal lounge & dining rooms * Sunroom * Undercover entertaining area * Wide sweeping verandahs * Single carport * Extensive shedding * Currently leased for $300 per week

FOR SALE $295,000 Paul Bourke Bec Rose

0428 451 366 0422 425 668

FOR SALE $430,000 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Rod Anderson 0428 472 615 Angela Cruickshank 0429 483 007

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HIS north-facing townhouse boasts modern living in a central, quality area, agents say.

Its features include a light-filled lounge and spacious, well-appointed kitchen with large walk-in pantry.

It has a private, central courtyard with access from master and living areas via expansive glass doors.

The substantial master bedroom has a walk-in robe and ensuite, and there are two other gernerously-sized bedrooms.

The home features quality appointments throughout, ducted central heating, split system air conditioning, custom cabinets, plenty of storage and a European laundry.

The secure double garage has remote entry, and there is a sustainable garden.

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Brief details: Property: Three bedroom townhouse with plenty of natural light and a central courtyard.

Address: 3/460 Raymond St, Sale.

Price: $445,000.

Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Lisa Wegener on 0401 065 422.

Call our Sale office today for a quote

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Sale and Maffra’s median house prices have increased by more than $50,000 in a year. Pictured, Maffra’s charming tree-lined streets, including Thomson St, are incentive enough for Melburnians to take the plunge into the local property market.

Photo: Sarah Luke

Wellington’s property prices continue to rise

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ALE and Maffra’s median house price have jumped more than $50,000 in a year and are continuing to increase, according to newly released property data.

It’s no secret regional areas have experienced huge growth in house prices during the pandemic, fuelled by miniscule interest rates and government incentives, and the convenience working from home allows city slickers as they ditch the daily commute in droves.

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria’s June quarterly data release reveals historic highs for local house prices, as the great tree or sea change continues across regional Victoria.

Continuing its steady upwards trajectory, Sale’s median house price, which recorded $330,000 last June, is now sitting pretty on $381,000 — up from $374,000 in March, a 1.9 per cent quarterly price rise.

This is a welcome increase for Sale’s home owners and investors, who have seen the town’s median house price increase from $302,000 in December 2016.

Currently, the median price for a two bedroom house is $230,750, $327,500 for a three bedroom house and a whopping $431,500 for four bedrooms.

Maffra’s charm and space has helped it defy gloomy pandemic house price predictions, as its median continues to rise for the fourth consecutive quarter.

Maffra’s median house price, which actually dipped to $280,000 last June, now remains relatively steady, increasing 0.6 per cent since March to reach $332,000.

In the second half of last year, Maffra’s property market skyrocketed as lockdownweary Melburnians fled the big smoke, with the median house price surging $20,000 per quarter.

A three bedroom house in Maffra will now set buyers back about $320,000 according to the town’s median price — only $7000 less than Sale’s median — while an extra bedroom brings the four bedroom median to $390,000.

Last October, Maffra ranked third in the same institute’s list of top 20 regional Victorian growth suburbs, after it recorded a quarterly increase of 6.4 per cent.

Stratford has experienced a 5.58 per cent annual increase in median house price, swelling from $340,000 to $359,000 in the year to June.

House prices in the hamlet upon Avon have jumped 2.6 per cent from $350,000 in March, but unlike the rest of the shire, its biggest boom in house prices actually came well before the pandemic.

During the span of 2019, the median increased more than $60,000 — from $278,000 to $340,000 — during a period of huge development for the town.

After eventually reaching the lofty heights of $360,000 at the end of last year, the median actually dropped to $350,000 in March, but is now back on the improve.

The shire’s coastal regions also fared well, with Loch Sport boasting a huge 12 per cent quarterly increase — rising to $328,000 in June from $293,000 in March.

Last month, the Gippsland Times reported on Loch Sport’s meteoric median house price rise, jumping nearly $100,000 in six months.

The institute’s president, Leah Calnan, attributed many factors to the above-average number of sales during the June quarter, including an end to some stamp duty incentives.

“With stamp duty concessions for first home buyers ceasing at the end of June, we saw enthusiastic interest in the weeks leading up to June 30,” Ms Calnan said.

“The stand-out insight from REIV’s June quarter report is the propensity for buyers to genuinely consider regional Victoria as an attractive option for living and investing,” she said.

“We know that COVID-19 has created flexibility in employment arrangements and hybrid working models are allowing people to set their property sights beyond Melbourne.

“It’s also true that there are plenty of investment opportunities in regional areas.”

The median house price in regional Victoria (which includes major regional centres such as Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo and Mildura) is now $559,500, after a remarkable 10.5 per cent quarterly growth and almost 20 per cent annual growth in house prices.

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Free farm planning course moves online OVER the past two decades, thousands of farmers have benefitted from Agriculture Victoria’s Whole Farm Planning course.

Farmers of all ages and experiences with properties of all sizes have participated in FarmPlan 21, to outline the vision for their livestock or mixed farming operation, and identify the steps needed to take to make it a reality.

Now, as with so many education courses, FarmPlan21 is being delivered online.

Agriculture Victoria’s Tess McDougall said the move to online has been positive, making the course available to a new group of landholders.

“We are seeing younger people complete the course, the next generation of farmers who may have been out working and have now come back to the farm and want to know how they can put a plan in place to achieve their goals,” Tess said.

“We are also seeing more women take up the course, women who have had careers off-farm and have taken up agriculture later in life.”

In the past FarmPlan21 has been a six-day course run at a fixed location for six hours a day.

The new free online course is run over 12 sessions, with two sessions a week. Each session takes about two hours and the sessions are recorded, so those who can’t make the scheduled time can catch up when it suits.

“More families are able to take the course, and we are also seeing multiple people from the same farm business complete the course together,” Ms McDougall said.

“Most farm businesses can only spare one person at a time to attend an off-farm course. But this way, couples can do the course together, we have a mother and daughter team enrolled, it’s opened it up to so many more people.”

FarmPlan21 covers soils and land classing, farm design and layout, farm water supply and emergency preparedness, pasture and grazing management, biodiversity and shelterbelts, farm biosecurity, climate, and outlining your farm vision and goals.

The online version of the course also includes digital farm mapping, where participants learn to use farm planning mapping systems and map their own farm.

An online course for fire and flood affected farmers, consisting of 11 two-hour online sessions, will be held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, running from August 24 to September 14, then February 8 to February 22, 2022.

The summer break will provide an opportunity for participants to begin their farm plan mapping, take soil samples and participate in on-farm visits.

“It’s a great course for people who want to define their farm’s vision and goals to give their business more structure,” Ms McDougall said.

For more information or to register for the course, visit agriculture.vic.gov.au/support-andresources or email Tim O’Donnell at tim.o’donnell@ agriculture.vic.gov.au

Dealing with pugging

AFTER Gippsland’s heavy rainfall, floods and storms, there’s an increased risk of pugging in paddocks.

Pugging can reduce pasture growth by 20 to 40 per cent and pasture use by 40 to 60 per cent, because of pasture damage and soiling.

Pasture production in spring and summer may also be affected by anywhere from 20 to 80 per cent, and lead to increased animal health issues, such as mastitis and lameness.

Pugging occurs as extremely wet soils have reduced strength or structural integrity, making them more easily damaged by cow hooves and machinery.

When soils are pugged, compaction occurs reducing the rate of water infiltration.

The severity of damage will depend on soil type, degree of waterlogging and most importantly grazing management.

The greater the severity and extent of pugging damage, the greater the set-back and cost of pasture restoration.

Modified grazing techniques and on-off grazing are two strategies which can be employed to minimise the physical and economic impacts of pugging damage.

Farmers can maintain good grazing management by grazing pasture at the two to three-leaf stage and leaving a post grazing residual of four to six centimetres.

This will assist to achieve a minimum grazing height of 10cm with an ideal height of 15 to 20cm.

This height allows the cows to take big bites of pastures, reducing their need to walk and create associated damage.

Other techniques that may assist include allocating day and night feeds separately (to allow cows to have access to clean, un-fouled pasture for the night feed and therefore less walking is required), offer the 24-hour allocation all together (to allow cows to spread out over the paddock for the entire 24-hour feed reducing stocking density), or feeding cows before they enter the paddock on a feedpad, in the shed or in the laneway.

Farmers can also allocate a larger grazing area for a short period of time to reduce the density of hooves. If done for too long, this speeds up the pasture rotation, reducing the amount of pasture available in the next rotation. Farmers should avoid using this technique in wet and windy weather as

Listeria case increase in sheep following wet conditions

Food and fibre awards ENTRIES are open for the 2021 Gippsland Food and Fibre Awards.

The awards recognise, celebrate and reward food and fibre producers for their contribution to the Gippsland region, and producers and businesses of all sizes are encouraged to enter.

Entries close September 17.

Submission details can be found on the Food and Fibre Gippsland website.

RECENT weather conditions have led to lots of wet, rotting vegetation which is ideal for listeria to multiply, and likely contributing to an increase in listeria cases in livestock.

Listeriosis is commonly known as ‘circling disease’, as circling in one direction is caused by the effect it has on the sheep’s brain.

Other symptoms include fever, lack of appetite, red tissues around the eyes, usually with blindness, and depression. Because of a partial paralysis of the face, affected animals may also have a droopy ear, drooping eyelid, and saliva running from limp lips on one side of the face.

Listeria bacteria are commonly found in the paddock environment and in the intestinal tract of healthy animals.

Listeriosis can also be caused by feeding sheep with mouldy or spoiled hay or silage.

Roughly one quarter of late term abortions in sheep are caused by listeriosis, with campylobacter and toxoplasmosis being the other common causes of abortion in sheep.

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If faced with an outbreak of listeriosis, it’s critical to find and remove the source, and in the event of an abortion outbreak, move the other pregnant ewes to another paddock.

Listeriosis is potentially a zoonotic disease, and can be transmitted to humans.

Pregnant women and people who have weakened immune systems are at risk.

Good hygiene, such as wearing gloves and washing hands, should always be implemented, particularly when handling aborted lambs.

It’s important to remember, adult sheep showing neurological signs, staggering gait, constant trembling or persistent itchiness, are eligible to be autopsied for the national TSE Surveillance program with a producer incentive of $100 for each sick sheep sampled.

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

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Biosecurity grants GRANTS are available to support cattle, sheep, goat, swine and honey bee industries through the Livestock Biosecurity Funds – Grant Program.

The program has been developed by Agriculture Victoria and the livestock compensation advisory committees.

Last year’s funded projects include the Victorian Farmers Federation’s producer-led biosecurity extension program for cattle, sheep and goats, and HiveKeepers’ ‘Smart Sentinel Beehives Pilot Program’.

Applications are invited from private sector businesses, universities and research institutions, co-operatives, government agencies, local government and incorporated associations.

Organisations looking to apply should consider the guidelines and eligibility criteria, review the statement of strategic intent, and complete the online application form. Applications close 11.59pm on Friday, September 17.

More information about the Livestock Biosecurity Grants is available on the Agriculture Victoria website, or by phoning the customer contact centre on 136 186.

Drought resilience grants

Gippsland MHR Darren Chester said $34.2 million was available through the Future Drought Fund’s Drought Resilience Innovation Grants program.

EXPRESSIONS of interest are now open for organisations to apply for projects to manage and prepare for drought.

Gippsland MHR Darren Chester said $34.2 million was available from the federal government through the Future Drought Fund’s Drought Resilience Innovation Grants program.

“Gippsland has suffered the impacts of drought for many years and it is important we prepare for future drought events and the impacts on our region,” Mr Chester said.

“Resilience with future drought events is dependent on new ideas and innovation for the

industry, and that is what this funding is designed for.

“We depend on farmers and primary producers, so it is vital that they have the best practices, technologies and businesses to remain viable during drought.”

Three grant types are available for the drought resilience innovation grants: ideas grants will provide $50,000 for one year; proof-of-concept grants will provide funding of up to $120,000 for one year; and innovation grants will provide funding of between $300,000 to $1.1 million per year for a maximum of three years.

Mr Chester said the grants were split to ensure all types of projects could be considered for funding.

“Splitting the funding between three streams ensures that projects still in the developmental stage, as well as those in the implementation stage can be funded,” he said.

“I encourage organisations and community groups with projects to submit an expression of interest and help to improve the region’s drought resilience.”

For more information and to apply visit www. communitygrants.gov.au/grants/future-drought-fund

Cattle ear tags’ reduced price online THE retail price for the National Livestock Identification System cattle ear tags for Victorian producers has fallen again, with the tag prices reduced when ordered online.

Agriculture Victoria livestock traceability manager Ben Fahy said late last year, Agriculture Victoria tendered for the supply of ear tags in Victoria to be used for the electronic identification of cattle, as part of the NLIS. “Traceability, through the NLIS, protects the reputation of Victoria’s livestock industries as a supplier of safe food and enables efficient response during disease outbreak or food safety emergency,” he said.

The retail price of the NLIS (cattle) tag brand under the new supply contracts had already been reduced in April 2021 from $0.74 to $0.64 per tag.

Since August 1, the tags have been now available to Victorian cattle producers from $0.44 per tag. This

is a result of the Victorian Cattle Compensation Advisory Committee providing an extra $0.20 per tag for online orders.

The starting price of 44 cents for the cheapest tag will apply when purchased via Agriculture Victoria’s Tags online NLIS tag purchasing service.

“It’s important to remember that traceability is an important responsibility for all livestock owners — whether you’ve got a large herd or a few pet cows — and you must follow the requirements,” Mr Fahy said.

Victoria’s cattle producers are expected to save about $10 million in reduced tag prices during the five-year term of supply contracts.

The contracted prices of tags will be covered by producers through the retail prices they pay and by a tag subsidy sourced from the Cattle Compensation Fund.

The retail price of NLIS (cattle) tags will be

reviewed annually in consultation with the Cattle Compensation Advisory Committee.

Electronic NLIS ear tags are used to identify livestock and allow the electronic recording of data as livestock move for biosecurity, food safety and market access purposes, protecting Victoria’s reputation as a supplier of wholesome meat and dairy products.

Cattle must have an NLIS (cattle) tag in their ear at the time they are dispatched to another property, to a saleyard or scales, or to an abattoir or knackery.

The party receiving the cattle can then read the tags and report movement details to the NLIS database for future use in the management of disease and food safety incidents.

For more information on how producers can buy NLIS (cattle), visit the Agriculture Victoria website or phone the Agriculture Victoria help line on 1800 678 779 during office hours.

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Any member of the Co-operative wishing to offer him or herself for election must lodge a nomination with the General Manager, Herd Improvement Co-operative Australia Ltd, 2 Foster Street Maffra 3860, before Friday 27th August, 2021.

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We are seeking one elected Director and two appointed Directors to join us in November 2021. If you believe you are up for the challenge to help us achieve our vision, you are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY Review online information and complete documents available at www.gphn.org.au For more information please contact Steve Morgan (Company Secretary) by email at company.secretary@gphn.org.au or by phone on 0417 937 982.

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Wellington Shire Council invites suitably qualified roof plumbers to tender for Aqua Energy Outdoor Changeroom Roof Replacement Works in Sale. Works will include the replacement of the existing outdoor changerooms roof.

Practical completion date: 5 November 2021.

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Practical completion date: 30 December 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 Projects Engineer, Mike Kareem on (03) 5142 3156 or by e-mail to mikek@wellington.vic.gov.au.

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Practical completion date: 14 March 2022.

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Practical completion date: 6th November 2021.

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Phone 03 5147 1828.

Glomar Holsteins

WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL

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Work within a multi-disciplinary clinical team Full-Time positions Base salary of $99,343.00, plus superannuation Fulham Correctional Centre delivers comprehensive quality clinical services to prisoners and we are seeking clinicians to join our multidisciplinary team.

The team includes clinicians from a range of disciplines who have complementary core competencies in assessment and treatment of a range of behaviours and mental health conditions.

Clinicians are psychologists either fully or provisionally registered with the Psychology Board of Australia; social workers with registration with the Australian Association of Social Work; occupational therapists registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, or counsellors with Level 3 or 4 registration with the Australian Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.

To be successful in these roles you will have: A desire to make a difference to the lives of people who may experience disadvantage, have challenging behaviours and complex needs Experience working collaboratively with others in a complex environment Ability to embrace change and continuous improvement Good communication and effective interpersonal skills Empathy and cultural awareness Resilience What we offer: A safe working environment Flexibility An opportunity to work in a progressive service delivery environment Continuous skills and professional development opportunities Career progression Relocation support services may be available depending on circumstances Competitive salaries Our work is fast paced and as a Clinician you could conduct assessments including functional behaviour assessments, structured clinical interviews, risk assessments and psychometric testing; develop forensic case management and treatment plans; provide individual cognitive–behavioural interventions and facilitate group interventions targeting criminogenic needs.

Who we are Fulham Correctional Centre is part of The GEO Group in Australia and is the leading provider of privately-managed correctional services in NSW and Victoria.

To find out more about the role, please contact Sonia Rowe, Senior Clinician at Fulham Correctional Centre who this role reports to on (03) 5149 5538 or via email srowe@geogroup.com.au

WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL

Statutory Planner • Position No. 541 • Permanent Full-Time • Band 6 - $82,055 - $89,315 per annum plus 10% statutory superannuation Do you have the desire to become a valued member of an enthusiastic and supportive Planning Team? Would you like to work for a regional local government authority that will offer you the opportunity to broaden your planning and customer service experience in an urban, rural and coastal location?

Wellington Shire Council has a unique opportunity for a town planner (or recent graduate) to join our successful planning team. Ideally, you will have some experience in statutory planning and will hold a tertiary qualification.

To be successful in the role you will provide accurate and efficient planning and development advice to internal and external customers and assist with other statutory planning functions and subdivision functions of Council in accordance with legislative requirements, including assessing a diverse range of planning permit applications.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate how they meet the criteria below: • Relevant tertiary qualification and previous experience in a similar position preferred.

• Skills in managing time, setting priorities and achieving objectives, despite conflicting pressures.

• Excellent customer service skills with an ability to liaise with a diverse range of people.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Proven capability to work well in a team environment as a team member.

Key selection criteria and a position description may be downloaded from www.wellington.vic.gov.au/careers or by phoning (03) 5142 3145.

Applications can be submitted via the website and following the instructions or by forwarding hard copy to the: Human Resources Officer, PO BOX 506, SALE VIC 3850.

Applications for these roles close on Sunday, 22 August 2021.

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Tenders

Applications close Sunday 15 August 2021 at 12 midnight.

To apply, visit us via our careers website http://geogroup.applynow.net.au/ Equal Opportunity Employer

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Practical completion date: 17 December 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 Projects Engineer, Yash Sachar on (03) 5142 3283 or by e-mail to yashs@wellington.vic.gov.au.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

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Tenders are to be lodged via the eProcure website no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 1 September 2021.

WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2022-034

Bridge & Culvert Safety Barrier Upgrade Works Wellington Shire Council invites suitably qualified contractors to tender for the replacement and installation of safety barriers, at various locations within the Shire.

Practical completion date: 25 February 2022.

Tenders are to be lodged via the eProcure website no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 8 September 2021.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

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All tenderers must register with Council via Wellington Shire Council’s eProcure website (www.eprocure. com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil) to obtain the tender documents or contact Project Engineer, Kamal Nazar on (03) 5142 3227 or email kamaln@wellington.vic. gov.au

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Catholic College Sale "Every Student, Every Day"

Agricultural Landcare Facilitator JEEP Cherokee Limited, 3L CRD, auto, diesel, 2009, 266,300km, reg., r.w.c., black, exc. cond., YBC-770 $14,000 neg.

Phone 0417 572 354.

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TANDEM TRAILER

8x5, electric brakes, LED lights, new tyres and bearings, $2500 o.n.o. Ph 0459 461 211.

The Role: Rare opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to join us and be a part of Australia’s biggest rehabilitation project to transition the former Hazelwood mine and power station site to a low carbon future and to support new commercial and recreation uses. This role will be second in charge to the Rehabilitation Project as required.

The Senior Project Manager will develop and manage a program of continuing site closure and rehabilitation civil earth works, site remediation activities in accordance with EPA approved Clean-up Plan and work closely with the Hazelwood Rehabilitation Project (HRP) leadership team to ensure a high-quality project deliverable that meets project milestones and regulatory commitments. The role will provide expertise and support to the HRP Project team relating to the long-term stability of the Mine as presented in the project Rehabilitation Closure Plan.

The role is based on-site at the Hazelwood Rehabilitation Project in the Victorian regional area of the La Trobe Valley, near the town of Morwell.

Key Responsibilities: ● Lead a portfolio of Rehabilitation/Remediation projects across the HRP. This includes management and oversight of a small ENGIE project engineering team, contractors, consultants providing design and engineering services, labour hire and environmental consulting services. ● Undertake detailed assessments to determine design and geotechnical and environmental requirements with the assistance of external consultants and ensure that these assessments are independently reviewed by third party for the individual project requirements incorporating the whole of life design review for long term stability. ● Proactively identify, manage and develop technical work scopes in collaboration with multiple stakeholders and generate all project variations, project approval presentations and weekly / periodical reports. ● Develop construction objectives and criteria requirements so that project performance can be effectively measured and compliant to design during the construction phase(s). ● Prepare and present various reports on the project risks, cost and delivery model performance to key stakeholders including senior leadership teams.

About You: To be successful in this role, you will drive results and be able to engage, influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels. In developing and managing projects, you will implement strong governance, discipline and compliance processes supported by a high level of financial acumen. You will have exceptional project management skills, gained from industries such as major projects, civil rehabilitation, remediation and construction. You have a high appreciation and understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality management systems requirements on complex projects.

Next Steps If this sounds like the role for you, please apply with a covering letter addressing each of the key responsibilities, together with your up-to-date resume.

All applicants must have unlimited rights to work in Australia.

For queries, please email ipra.recruitment.au@engie.com.

Note: We will assess and progress applications as they are received.

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The Maffra and Districts Landcare Network is seeking applications for a passionate and highly motivated Agricultural Landcare Facilitator with excellent community engagement skills to join our team.

The Facilitator will support landholders and specific groups within our Landcare Network to undertake works to protect, restore, and enhance the land and natural environment through improvements to soil health and on-farm biodiversity. In doing so they will also aim to build group, network and community capacity and resilience.

This position requires excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to develop and maintain collaborative partnerships, to demonstrate initiative and work independently.

Experience in sustainable and/or regenerative agriculture and natural resource management and a sound understanding of Landcare and/or field based environmental volunteer groups is required.

The position will be for 0.5FTE with an immediate start.

To obtain a Position Description go to our website www.mdln.com.au or email: secretary@mdln.com.au Applications close 9am on Tuesday 24th August 2021.

Applications are invited for the following leave replacement:

MECHANICAL (FITTER) TRADESPERSON (Technician/Operator)

HAZELWOOD REHABILITATION PROJECT

Student Counsellor

Full time contract Commencing 4th October 2021 until 24th June 2022 Further information and application forms available at www.ccsale.catholic.edu.au.

All applications are to be forwarded to: principal@ccsale.catholic.edu.au Applications Close: 4.00pm Friday 13th August 2021

St Mary's Primary School, Yarram, is seeking to appoint:

Administration Officer - Finance Commencement date for this position is Monday October 4, 2021 or by negotiation.

The position is a fixed term, part-time position at 0.93 FTE (35 hours per week).

Further information, Position Description and application documentation can be downloaded from https://www.stmyarram.catholic.edu.au Go to Our school then Situation VacantAdministration Officer. Enquiries may be directed to the Principal, Mrs. Maria Moore via email principal@stmyarram.catholic.edu.au Applications close August 20, 2021 St Mary's Primary School promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

St Paul's Anglican Grammar School is seeking applications for the following position at the Traralgon Campus.

Traralgon Junior School

Personal Assistant to the Head of School

If you are an extraordinary person with an enquiring mind and hunger to learn, want to join a diverse team, be well rewarded with great salary, perks and benefits, then keep reading!

About the Opportunity ● Work with teams of experienced, passionate people eager to mentor top performers. ● Develop highly valued skills transferrable to other roles and industries. ● Competitive salary and other benefits. Generous superannuation, contributions above the superannuation guarantee or membership of a Defined Benefit Scheme. ● Flexible working arrangements to balance your work, life and play (base 36 hour, 4 day work week). Above award annual leave entitlements.

What you’ll do ● Maintain and operate the coal fired generating facility. ● Conduct preventative, corrective and emergency maintenance of all mechanical and electrical plant and equipment. ● Undertake diagnostics and corrective actions. ● Assist in plant start-up and shut down. ● Utilise computerised maintenance management systems.

What you’ll need ● Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter) or equivalent. ● Ability to understand technical information, drawings and engineering data. ● Demonstrated high standards of competency and workmanship with a flexible work manner. ● Excellent communication skills.

If this sounds like you, don’t ignore this opportunity, make sure you: ● Address the key selection criteria, and complete the standard Loy Yang B Application for Employment Form available at http://www.loyyangb.com.au. ● Send the completed application, key selection criteria and resume (including proof of ID and qualifications) to: Human Resources Group, Loy Yang B Power Station, Locked Bag 2500, Traralgon, Victoria 3844 or email lybhr@loyyangb.com

by Monday, 16 August 2021.

Candidates that have not complied with these application instructions will not be considered.

Loy Yang B – powering your career!

Loy Yang B welcome applications from people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. We will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via the above email or 5177 2268 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone) so we can keep in touch and meet your needs.

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The Role: Newly created permanent opportunity for a Manager - Environment, Health, Safety and Quality (ESHQ) to be a part of Australia’s biggest rehabilitation project to transition the former Hazelwood mine and power station site to a low carbon future and to support new commercial and recreation uses.

The Manager ESHQ will report directly to the Project Director and will direct and manage a team of environmental, health and safety specialists in the delivery of a range of infrastructure demolition, civil construction and land remediation projects associated with the Hazelwood Rehabilitation Project.

The role is based on-site at the Hazelwood Rehabilitation Project in the Victorian regional area of the Latrobe Valley, near the town of Morwell.

Key Responsibilities: ● Manage EPA Victoria licence site compliance. ● Manage and coordinate site remediation activities as defined with the site Clean Up Plan, delivered through appointed environmental and remediation consultants and contractors. ● Maintain a strong working relationship with key Government Regulators including EPA Victoria, Worksafe Victoria and Earth Resources Regulation (DJPR). ● Provide leadership to the site re-rehabilitation project teams on all aspects of health and safety/hazardous materials and promote a positive and proactive environment that strives for excellence. ● Provide technical guidance and manage a small team of Health, Safety, and Environment professionals. ● Manage project compliance and audit functions. ● Prepare and present to Management various reports on potential or real project or regulatory risk, project progress and opportunities, key performance indicators and statistics and incident / safety reports as required.

About You: To be successful in this role, you will have experience in environmental and contaminated land management, including contaminated site assessments or largescale industrial remediation projects. You have broad knowledge of contaminated land field investigation methodologies and remediation technologies. You are adept in managing successful projects on time and on budget whilst displaying a high appreciation and understanding of heath, safety and quality management system requirements on complex work sites. You have effective communications skills and able to hold self and others accountable to meet commitments. You will have an understanding of the importance and complexities of ensuring safety in a mine and/ or rehabilitation project and work with a safety comes first mindset.

Next Steps If this sounds like the role for you, please apply with a covering letter addressing each of the key responsibilities, together with your up-to-date resume.

All applicants must have unlimited rights to work in Australia.

For queries, please email ipra.recruitment.au@engie.com.

Note: We will assess and progress applications as they are received.

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About us ● Loy Yang B is an electricity generator located in the picturesque Latrobe Valley currently supplying 20% of Victoria’s power. We are owned by Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) and belong to the Alinta Energy family, a growing and innovative energy market disrupter. ● We are focused on increasing plant performance, efficiency and flexibility and seek people who can turn inspiration into ideas, and ideas into gamechanging solutions. ● We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and creating an environment where people with new ideas feel empowered to speak up and explore what is possible. ● We constantly strive to understand and meet broad community expectations relating to environmental management, health, safety and good corporate citizenship.

Full time permanent ongoing Commencing August 23, 2021 Applications close 5pm Friday August 13, 2021 If you are interested please forward a current resume and cover letter to: hr@stpaulsags.vic.edu.au For a copy of the Position Descriptions please refer to our website: www.stpaulsags.vic.edu.au

Come and join our team to make a difference in our Community

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Current Vacancies Aboriginal Practice Leader

Fulltime – Bairnsdale

Aboriginal Practitioner

Fulltime – Bairnsdale

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Senior Clinician

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Counsellor Advocate

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Activities Support Worker

Fulltime – Lakes Entrance

Fulltime – Lakes Entrance Fulltime – Lakes Entrance

Part Time - Bairnsdale All positions can be found at www.seek.com.au For a position description please contact: Jacquie Hollingsworth Exec. Assistant – Yoowinna Wurnalung Aboriginal Healing Service Ph: 4110 2100 or 0438 166 072 E: jacquieh@ywahs.org.au For further information regarding any of the above positions please contact: Daph Yarram CEO – Yoowinna Wurnalung Aboriginal Healing Service Ph: 4110 2100 or 0408 378 808 E: daphney@ywahs.org.au Applications must include cover letter, resume and address the Key Selection Criteria on the position description.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

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Sale Combined Kindergartens Inc.

Kindergarten Educators

Sale Combined Kindergartens Inc. is committed to maintaining a child safe environment.

BJ ROOFING PTY LTD

ROOFERS, APPRENTICES AND SAFETY RAIL INSTALLERS.

BJ roofing is a driven, reliable roofing company run by sole director Brendan Solomon. BJ Roofing work with many builders big and small including boutique award winners all over Gippsland.

We are looking for reliable, experienced and efficient roofers, apprentices and safety rail installers to join our team. We are looking for people who are hard working and capable of working autonomously, as well as in a team.

Permanent Full Time Positions pending a successful 3-month probation. Consistent hours, Superannuation, PAYG, Workcover, Leave entitlements, plus potential leadership roles to the right applicant. Remuneration will be negotiable and is dependent on experience.

Experience and skills in the following will be highly regarded: ● Scribing ● Screwing off ● Flashing and capping work ● Completing flashings, Fascia, downpipes, guttering and box gutters ● Ability to work in a team ● Take ownership of the required outcome ● Ability to solve problems and innovate solutions ● Professional attitude ● Responsible ● Good communication skills ● Good customer service skills ● Punctuality ● Dedicated and hardworking Required for the role: ● White Card ● Current Australian Drivers licence

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Please forward resume and expression of interest to: bj_roofing@hotmail.com

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GRANT, Greta Anya.

Passed away peacefully at Latrobe Regional Hospital on July 31, 2021.

Aged 81 years.

Loving wife of Rock (dec.).

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Melinda and Steve, Michael (dec.) and Tiffany, and Rochelle and Aaron.

Adored Gran of Joel, Jasmeyn, Lucas, Lachlan, Sidney, Jacob, Lewis and Lillie.

Lovingly remembered.

Now reunited with Michael and Rock.

LANGSHAW, Melva.

09/08/1927 - 01/08/2021 I am blessed to have had a sister like you.

Thank you for the years we shared, the love you gave and the way you cared.

In my heart you will always stay, loved and remembered every day.

You were so brave.

Love always, Pam (Whelan)

MOGRIDGE, Maree Erica Passed away peacefully at Redlands Hospital, Brisbane on August 3, 2021 aged 67 years.

Loving mother and mother-in-law of Annette and Scott, Leanne and Shane, and Lisa Wyeth.

Grandma to Chloe, Millie, Toby, Levi and Olivia.

Great Grandma to Thorin and Zelda.

LEGGET, Daryl.

Peace at last.

Carol, Rex and families.

LEGGETT, Daryl.

Caring and helpful brother to Bev. Mentor and friend to Steve. Sadly missed in many ways.

LEGGETT, Daryl Leslie.

16/11/1940 - 03/08/2021 Husband of Ninette.

Father of Robert, Edward, Matthew and Benjamin.

Grandfather of Neville and Katelyn. Father-in-law to Nikki.

Loving brother, uncle, brother-in-law and best friend to many.

Also taught countless students over the years in Victoria and Northern Territory.

"God saw you were getting tired and whispered, Come to me..."

RIP Daryl

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We are seeking enthusiastic and committed teachers to deliver effective teaching and learning programs in the following roles, commencing Term 1, 2022:

Applications for both positions close 5pm Friday 20 August 2021

TREWIN (nee Gorringe), Hazel Jean.

24/10/1936 - 03/08/2021.

Our loved Mother, Mother-in-law, Nan and Little Nan. We will miss you dearly.

Jelly slice will never be the same. Great grand kids will miss visiting and the wagon wheels you always had for them.

Love Margaret, Ian, Bradley, Rebecca, Madeleine, Eleanor, Cara, Philip, Parker, Elana, Austin, Andrew, Jen and Little Hazel.

TREWIN, Hazel Jean.

Mum, Today, tomorrow, my whole life through, I will always remember you.

Thanks for the great times we shared, lunch together and spending that time will be so precious to me.

Love you always.

Love from Debbie, Geoff and family.

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BENEDETTI A private requiem mass for Mr Pierino 'Peter' Benedetti will be offered at St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, Sale at 1.30pm NEXT TUESDAY (August 17, 2021), followed by interment at the Sale Lawn Cemetery.

Please see our website for Livestream details.

If you have substantial experience and success in teaching Mathematics at VCE level and are curious, excited and invigorated by learning and possess a positive outlook, exceptional interpersonal skills and have a demonstrated ability to build authentic, collaborative relationships, we encourage you to apply.

For more detail on the requirements, duties and responsibilities of this role, view the position description on our careers page http://careers.gippslandgs.vic.edu.au.

Applications close 5pm Friday 27 August 2021

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Your locally owned and operated Just Better

We are now looking for a passionate and

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GRANT. Due to Covid-19 regulations a private service to celebrate the life of Mrs Greta Anya Grant will be held at Geoff Rossetti Memorial Chapel, 1390 Maffra Road, Sale (next to Sale Cemetery) at 11am on TUESDAY (August 17, 2021) followed by burial in the Sale Monumental Lawn Cemetery.

For those unable to attend, a "Facebook Live" broadcast of the service will take place: https://www.facebook.com/ gippslandfuneralservices

LANGSHAW, (nee WHELAN).

A private prayers service for Mrs Melva Joan Langshaw will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, Sale at 1pm TOMORROW (Wednesday August 11, 2021), followed by interment at the Sale Cemetery.

Please see our website for Livestream details.

TREWIN (nee Gorringe), Hazel Jean.

24/10/1936 - 03/08/2021 Loving mother of Margaret, Allan, Debra, Beverley, Geoffrey, Judy, Laurie and Wayne.

Loving daughter of James Gorringe (dec.) and Jean Gorringe (nee Clover) of Balranald, NSW. Loving sister of Lorraine (dec.), Cynthia (dec.), David (dec.), Gwen (dec.), Ron (dec.), and Keith.

Grandmother to 20 and great grandmother to 25.

LEGGETT. A private requiem mass for the repose of the soul of Mr Daryl Leslie Leggett will be offered at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Briagolong at 1.30pm on FRIDAY (August 13, 2021), followed by interment at the Briagolong Cemetery.

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Bereavement Thanks The Role: Exciting opportunity for a Technical Services Manager to join us and be a part of Australia’s biggest rehabilitation project to transition the former Hazelwood mine and power station site to a low carbon future and to support new commercial and recreation uses.

The Technical Services Manager will manage the technical services activities of the Hazelwood Rehabilitation Project, ensuring plans for rehabilitation and stability works are completed and that the mine remains in a safe and stable state consistent with the Mining Licence. They will support the Head of Regulation to engage with Government and regulators, lead the development of approval applications and support relevant investigations. The incumbent will also be the lead for Government response on site and represent ENGIE Hazelwood externally on technical and strategic committees and advisory groups.

The role is based on-site at the Hazelwood Rehabilitation Project in the Victorian regional area of the Latrobe Valley, near the town of Morwell.

Key Responsibilities: The incumbent will be expected to have input into and support the following key responsibilities, which include but are not limited to: ● Ensure Mine is maintained in a safe and stable condition consistent with Mining Licence. ● Ensure mine design technical data recording and monitoring systems remain operational and all rehabilitation data is maintained for further reporting. ● Lead and manage all technical resources on site, including but not limited to surveyors, drilling teams, geotechnical stability monitoring teams, geological, hydrogeological, and rehabilitation support roles. ● Ensure all rehabilitation activities including ash ponds, cooling ponds and land remediation are completed as per design for the site and in accordance with all relevant legislation.

About You: To be successful in this role, you will have extensive technical knowledge and experience in operational and engineering related mine management. You will have an understanding of the importance and complexities of ensuring safety in a mine and/or rehabilitation project and work with a safety comes first mindset. You are adept with leading government responses such as work plan variation technical process, compliance matters with the Mining Licence legislation and relevant reporting to mining regulatory authorities. You are an effective communicator and have proven interpersonal skills including the ability to interface with multidisciplinary teams across technical, operational, commercial and legal disciplines at all levels.

Experience in mine closure and rehabilitation would be highly regarded.

Next Steps If this sounds like the role for you, please apply with a covering letter addressing each of the key responsibilities, together with your up-to-date resume.

All applicants must have unlimited rights to work in Australia.

For queries, please email ipra.recruitment.au@engie.com.

Note: We will assess and progress applications as they are received.

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LUCIEER, John.

The Lucieer family wishes to sincerely thank the following friends and organisations on the sad passing of John, our beloved husband, father and pop: Letts Funeral Services; Dr Veena Roberts, Dr Bruce Johnston, Dr Minz Cheah, Peter Centra, Central Gippsland Health Services, Dialysis Unit, St Vincent's Renal Unit Melbourne.

Please accept this as our personal thank you for their love, support and compassion during recent times.

Also to many others including friends and relatives in sharing their condolences in the form of cards, flowers, phone calls and visits.

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TREWIN (nee Gorringe), Hazel Jean.

24/10/1936 - 03/8/2021 Our loved mother, mother-in-law, Nan and Little Nan. Mum, you went so fast.

We will miss you so much.

It's going to be so hard to move on. Our love will never die for you.

Our love, Judy, Ross, Jason, Bec, Alyssa, Shawn, Bec, Shelby, Harley, Emiley, Miller, Steven, Nat, Hayley, Ashley, Emiley and Riley.

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demonstrated broad management

HAZELWOOD REHABILITATION PROJECT Apply now online by visiting: justbettercare.com/gippsland/careers Applications close 31st August 2021.

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If you are appropriately experienced and are passionate, curious, excited and invigorated by learning and possess a positive outlook, exceptional interpersonal skills and have a demonstrated ability to build authentic, collaborative relationships, we encourage you to apply.

MOGRIDGE, Maree Erica.

1/10/1953 - 3/8/2021 Passed away peacefully in Brisbane. Daughter of Noel and Valda (both dec).

Loved sister of Judith (Lazzaro), Noela (Rowley), Peter and Michael.

Fond sister-in-law of Michael, Ken, Meg and Sharon. Admired aunty of her nephews and nieces.

Sadly missed by the family she loved. Forever in our hearts and memories.

Reunited with Mum and Dad.

TREWIN (nee Gorringe), Hazel Jean.

24/10/1936 - 03/8/2021 Mum, we will miss you.

Rest in peace.

Love Allan and Geoffrey.

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We seek an innovative and creative Head of Mathematics to join us in Term 1 of 2022 to deliver effective programs in an inspiring and exciting teaching and learning environment from Year 7 through to Year 12 at our Garnsey Campus.

This is an amazing opportunity to join us in an ongoing full-time position in our brand new Visual Art and Technology Centre. Experience in teaching Visual Arts at VCE level is essential.

This is an ongoing full-time position teaching across Years 7 to 12. Experience in teaching Geography at VCE level is essential.

We will miss you Mum.

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Head of Mathematics

Art and Visual Communication Design Teacher

Geography Teacher

Due to Covid-19 the funeral service for Maree Mogridge will be held in Sale at a later date.

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LANGSHAW, Melva.

09/08/1927 - 01/08/2021 Much loved sister of Noreen and sister-in-law of Jack Langshaw.

Today, tomorrow and my whole life through, I will always remember you.

Thank you for your endless love and the many happy memories I will treasure in my heart.

Love always, Noreen and Jack.

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Sale Combined Kindergartens Inc. has exciting opportunities available to join our dynamic educational teams. One position is to commence this term and one is to commence in 2022.

Applicants must hold as a minimum a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education, a current Working with Children Check and First Aid qualifications.

To enquire or apply please email scki@vic.australis.com.au Applications close 20 August, 2021.

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Geelong X Carlton X Richmond 4 St Kilda 4 Port Adelaide 4 Hawthorn 4 Western Bulldogs X Fremantle X Melbourne

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Geelong X Gold Coast 4 Richmond 4 Sydney X Port Adelaide 4 Hawthorn 4 Western Bulldogs X Brisbane 4 Melbourne

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103

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Geelong X Carlton X Richmond 4 Sydney Swans X Adelaide X Collingwood X Western Bulldogs X Fremantle X Melbourne

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Geelong X Carlton X Richmond 4 St Kilda 4 Adelaide X Hawthorn 4 Western Bulldogs X Fremantle X West Coast

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3 Geelong X Carlton X Richmond 4 Sydney X Port Adelaide 4 Collingwood X Western Bulldogs X Brisbane 4 Meelbourne

Geelong X Carlton X Richmond 4 Sydney X Port Adelaide 4 Hawthorn 4 Western Bulldogs X Brisbane 4 Melbourne

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Hopes sport can return

The Gippsland Water Dragons will host a come and try ryy day on August 22.

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THE lifting of the lockdown in regional Victoria has given hope that local sport will resume this week.

Premier Daniel Andrews announced yesterday morning the lockdown, which began on Thursday night, would end outside metropolitan Melbourne at 11.59pm last night.

Community sport can resume for all ages, including training and competition.

However, only the minimum number of participants (such as players, coaches, referees, officials, and carers or parents) needed to train or compete are permitted to attend, subject to a density quotient of one person per four sqm.

Just as it was before the recent lockdown began, spectators are not permitted at sporting events.

The limit on people travelling from Melbourne could hamper the ability for some clubs to field full strength teams, especially in football and netball Gippsland League, which draws players living in the metro area.

Soccer, baseball, basketball and hockey were among the sports which returned in the past week, as well as women’s and junior football, but were forced to stop again following the announcement of a new lockdown on Thursday afternoon.

The Gippsland League and East Gippsland Football-Netball League were due to resume at the weekend, while the North Gippsland FNL plans to return on August 21 with the first weekend of its finals.

The AFL Gippsland Women’s and Gippsland Youth Girls League finals were supposed to begin at the weekend.

Clubs, leagues and associations will meet this week to determine a course of action for the rest of the 2021 season.

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For people who wish to continue, the grant will allow the club to provide all new paddlers with another three months membership, a team shirt and more.

The Gippsland Water Dragons dragonboat club runs a fun and fitness-focussed water sport open to everyone from 10 year up.

The group meets regularly for training sessions, and is involved in regional competitions.

A firm favourite at the Australian Masters Games, the club is also excited to be taking part in the colourful and exciting dragon boat competition in Perth in October.

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Because of equipment and insurance requirements, people have been asked to register their attendance by phoning or emailing the club.

Maffra Vets making a mark

THE much-anticipated game between last season’s Sale touch grand finalists Nagle College and Longford Trailer Hire did not eventuate as Nagle had to forfeit.

However, Maffra Vets showed spirit in its first game, going down to Porky’s Pines six tries to three. Four members of the Maffra Vets team were named among the best players.

The first try of the game was scored

by Maffra Vets’ Emma Terkildsen.

Despite the Vets not knowing the game, its members listened to the helpful Porky’s players, together with the referee.

Anook Meereboer scored two tries for Porky’s, one each from David Ropeti and Dai Rushdi.

In the second half, Charlotte Runciman scored a try for the Vets and then two for Porky’s. Runciman had a run with Porky’s to gain more experience, with the move paying off.

Vets captain Tanya Lowe also scored a try.

Best players were Cameron MacGregor, Leigh Mawley, Joshua Broome, Runciman and Emma Terkildsen, with Rushdi winning the encouragement award.

Members of the new Maffra Vets team, (from left) David Docherty, Danica Evans, Abigail Lyons, Abbey Tweed, Cameron MacGregor, Victoria Clifford, Charlotte Runciman, Tanya Lowe, Duncan Runciman, Michael Lowe, Emma Terkildsen and Joshua Broome.

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The meeting will be Sale Turf Club’s first of the 2021-22 season.

While the lockdown had been lifted for regional Victoria, Racing Victoria had not made an announcement regarding attendances by yesterday’s publication deadline.

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GIPPSLAND Water Dragons are excited to announce the club has received a VicHealth grant to help support people who have become inactive and isolated because of COVID to get back into having fun and get out and exercising.

The rowing group will have a free come and try session on Sunday, August 22, at the Port of Sale followed by a free barbecue. All equipment and coaching will be provided.

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Nicola Rosenberger scored two, with new players, James Madden, and Haley Carstairs each scoring one.

Jared Burton both the Panthers’ tries in his first game in the competiton.

Best players were Burton, Ryan Rosenberger, Nigel Shaw, Nicola Rosenberger and Mia Van de Vyver.

Sam Shewring won the encouragement award.

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There was strong competition in all three sections, so the winners had to play particularly well to achieve their success.

Ian Wilson won section one, Wilma Freeman section two and Colin Coomber section three.

Stockdale trail ride

FOLLOWING the cancellation of the July ride because of COVID restrictions, Tambo Upper Trail Riding Club members are eagerly looking forward to the August ride.

Club president Caz Driscoll and treasurer Karen Brown will lead the ride in the Stockdale area on Sunday.

The pair are regular riders at Stockdale, an area popular with riders from across the district.

It offers a variety of tracks and trails, ranging from low-lying tracks with ferny gullies and

soft conditions underfoot to rocky ridges with spectacular views.

The group will leave the corner of Middle and Briagolong-Stockdale Rds at 10am sharp, returning about 3pm.

Because of some rocky sections, it is recommended horses be shod or have boots.

Riders should take a saddlebag lunch and afternoon tea to share at the floats.

The ride will be subject to COVID restrictions allowing these events to be held.

Members should visit the club’s Facebook page closer to the dates for updated information.

Trail rides are held in different locations on the third Sunday of every month. New members are welcome. Children are also welcome, but must be able to ride independently.

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

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Synthetic pitch for B’dale Grants

LOCAL hockey players are celebrating the news the redevelopment of the WORLD Sporting Precinct in Bairnsdale will now include a synthetic hockey pitch, following a decision by East Gippsland Shire Council last week.

East Gippsland Shire mayor Mendy Urie said the inclusion of the synthetic pitch, which will replace one of the proposed grass fields, would support the growth of hockey in the area.

“Hockey is a growing sport in East Gippsland and this synthetic playing field will encourage even more participation,” she said.

“It’s an exciting addition that will be used region-wide.

“Council is working closely with East Gippsland Hockey Association to make this pitch a reality and the association has agreed to manage the facility. It’s a great example of what we can accomplish when we work together to achieve our goals.

“Councillors and officers agreed that including the synthetic pitch in the stage one works was the right time to add the synthetic pitch. As a result, council passed a contract variation on Tuesday night to allow for one of the two planned grass hockey fields to become a synthetic surface.”

The decision came after a long-running campaign from local hockey clubs for a synthetic pitch, similar to the one at

to help cricket clubs

Conditions for recent hockey games at the WORLD Sporting Precinct’s grass hockey field have been slammed as “dangerous” and “unplayable” by the local hockey association. East Gippsland Shire Council last week decided upgrades at the WORLD precinct will include a synthetic hockey pitch. the Gippsland Regional Sports Complex in Sale.

The issue came to a head recently, when high rainfall led to muddy and unsafe conditions at the Bairnsdale facility.

A women’s match between Swan Reach and Sale was abandoned at half-time,

with the open match cancelled.

Work at the Wallace St site began this month.

Stage one includes demolishing the existing pavilion, establishing two grass playing fields and building a car park.

The upgrades are due for completion in December, with the synthetic hockey

pitch and other upgrades tipped for completion in February.

Once finished, the WORLD Sporting Precinct will have upgraded netball courts, hockey and soccer pitches (including a synthetic hockey pitch), pavilions, and floodlighting, and improved spectator amenities and facilities.

Halloween opening for Haunted Hills

WORK is underway on the Haunted Hills Bike Park near Newborough, with the first stage of the project set to open, fittingly, on Halloween at the end of October.

Recognising the benefit to the visitor economy of developing mountain biking experiences in the region, Destination Gippsland has been working with Gippsland Mountain Bike Club for many years to seek funding for the development of mountain biking trails and broader strategies to bring together and amplify Gippsland’s mountain biking trails.

Destination Gippsland chief executive Terry Robinson said Gippsland’s vast natural beauty and mountainous terrain offered the potential for the development of industry-leading mountain biking experiences.

“We have been working with all three levels of government and the Gippsland Mountain Bike Club to find ways to elevate the existing mountain bike experience in Gippsland and work towards developing Gippsland as a sought-after mountain biking destination.”

Destination Gippsland recently welcomed former Gippsland MTB president Nicholas King to the team as tracks and

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trails project manager to oversee a range of trail development projects which are underway.

King said the Haunted Hills Bike Park, two hours from Melbourne, would be centrally located among a range of other current and emerging mountain biking opportunities.

“The professionally constructed Haunted Hills Bike Park is expected to be a major contributor to attracting visitors and events to our region,” he said.

“The Haunted Hills Bike Park in the context of the ‘G7’ is a ‘signature trails experience’, developed as the centrepiece

of the proposed ‘Central Gippsland G7 Mountain Biking Hub’ in which investment in seven mountain bike experiences will drive the highest visitor economy outcomes for the Gippsland region.”

The first stage of the park will deliver 12 to 13 kilometres of mountain biking trails, along with a carpark and pathways, accessible toilets, an asphalt pump track, native revegetation and landscaping, plus a shelter with seating for picnics.

For stage two, a lease has been negotiated with Energy Australia for about 30 hectares of land adjoining stage one.

When completed, the Haunted Hills Bike Park will feature an asphalt carpark and pathways, accessible toilets with septic tanks, and a secure storage shed for community events and ongoing trail maintenance. There will be multiple shelters with seating and a barbecue for family picnics and social gatherings, plus a bike wash facility and repair station will be located at the main trail head.

The total trail network for both stages will be about 22 to 25km, ranging from beginner to advanced. A large asphalt pump track shaped as skull and crossbones will be a distinguishing feature of the Haunted Hills Bike Park.

Successful Victory Chase David Braithwaite

VICTORY Chase won the 520 metre grade five final at the Sale greyhounds on Sunday night.

The $31 chance at the tote, trained by Adrian Smit at Longford, won by five lengths from Demolition, trained

by Lyn Smith at Nambrok. Annie Rose came third for Sharon-Lee Chignell at Rosedale.

Zachary, trained by Bill McMahon at Darriman, and Chatterbox Tilly collided approaching the second turn when in front, allowing the other dogs to catch up. Victory Chase avoided the trouble to race clear.

The win capped off a successful weekend in Sale for Smit, who also trained two winners at the track on Friday night.

The night began with Up The Dale, trained by John Lindrea at Stratford, winning the first heat of the 440m maiden series.

Up The Dale just claimed a maiden victory in her 12th start ahead of favourite Dundee Hornet. Desley, trained by Jenny Gill at Darriman, wasn’t far behind the pair, placing third, enough to advance to next Sunday night’s final.

Dogs trained by Geoff Scott-Smith at Pakenham South, Dundee Reactor and Dundee Cotton, won the other two heats. Crossfire, for Gill, and Bomber’s Power, trained by Geoff Green at Woodside, qualified for the final after finishing second and third respectively in the second heat.

Aussie Legend, trained by Leslie Hughes at Giffard, won race four, a 440m grade seven, by two lengths from Scooter Boots, trained by Cheryl Morris at Briagolong.

Race eight, a 440m free for all, was a two-dog battle between Omega Dodge, trained by Barry Harper at

Seaspray, and Suspense Rules, trained in Yarram by Brian Alford. The former got away in the home straight to win by three lengths.

Claydon finished third for McMahon.

Enabler continued his good form by winning race nine, a 440m restricted win event. The dog, trained by Robert Bean at Tinamba, has two wins and a second placing from his previous three starts.

Queen Kathleen finished second for Dawn Johnston at Boisdale, while Madalia Pixie, trained by Kathleen Fogarty at Heyfield, came third.

Mac Rooster, trained by Ronald Winter at Denison, was in the race 11 440m grade five too, finishing two lengths clear of Four Aces, trained by Hughes. Dr Luna came third for McMahon.

The race 12 440m grade five was won by Bomber’s Wonder, trained by Green. In second place was favourite Patience Pays, trained by Smit, who was coming off a win in Sale on Friday night.

King Of All, trained by Greg Doyle at Mulgrave, won race five, a 520m restricted race, a length ahead of Dr Neeki, trained by McMahon.

Another McMahon runner, Dr Lysandra was leading, but was forced wide by Aztec Blaze, who was later suspended from racing in Sale for 28 days for marring.

SMIT had two winners during Friday night’s Sale meeting.

Double On Ice brought up her first win in her 10th start, taking out the race two 440m maiden by seven lengths.

Smit’s night ended on a high, with Patience Pays, coming off back-to-back third placings, winning the final event, a 440m grade five.

Earn The Answers, trained by Smith, won a 520m

heat of the Sale to Sandown Series by seven lengths following a quick start.

The other heats were won by Zero Cool, trained by Michelle Nolan at Devon Meadows, and Made Me Blind, who claimed a fifth consecutive victory for John Paraskevas at Pearcedale.

The final will be held at Sandown Park on Saturday night.

Following a win in Cranbourne last start, Grayden, trained by Gill, won race three, a 440m mixed grade six and seven.

In race eight, a 440m mixed grade four and five, Zipping Sense, trained by Alford, backed up victory at the same track the Sunday prior by sprinting clear early to win by two lengths.

Omega Sierra, trained by Harper, led all the way to win race nine, a 440m restricted win event, by two lengths from Nathan Ryder, trained by Johnston.

GREYHOUND racing will continue in Sale tomorrow.

KURO Kismet won during Thursday night’s metro greyhound meeting at Sandown Park.

Following victory at The Meadows the previous weekend, the dog, trained by Matt Clark at Briagolong, won a 595m mixed grade four and five by a length.

On the same program, Demolition, trained by Smith, won a 515m grade five.

Retro Rocket finished second in a 515m mixed grade six and seven for Leanne Burke at Alberton West. Retro Rocket has two second placings and two thirds from his previous four city starts.

After winning in Sale the Sunday prior, Jeda’s Girl won a 400m grade five in Warragul on Friday night by seven lengths for Jenny Gieschen at Valencia Creek.

THE state government says it is helping community cricket, with more grants to develop and upgrade cricket facilities across the state.

Applications are open for the third round of the government’s $13.5 million Community Cricket Program.

This round of the program will deliver $1.4 million for clubs and councils to develop or redevelop local cricket infrastructure, from training nets through to female-friendly and accessible change rooms.

With more young people interested in playing cricket, Community Sport Minister Ros Spence said the government was helping clubs and councils build facilities.

“It’s a winner on many levels, including for clubs in their ability to attract new players and volunteers to get involved and enjoy the benefits of a healthy lifestyle,” she said.

Cricket Victoria interim chief executive Nick Cummins said the projects will inspire more people to pick up a bat and ball and join their local club.

For more information about the program, visit sport.vic.gov.au/ grants-and-funding

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A NIGHT of boxing will be held at Sale Memorial Hall on Saturday, September 11.

Doors for the family-friendly event, presented by the Victorian Amateur Boxing League, will open at 5pm, with bouts from 6pm.

General admission tickets cost $40. For tickets or more information, phone John on 0459 931 594 or Nick on 0417 516 045.

Bridge update

FACE-TO-FACE bridge has again been suspended because of the lockdown.

Sale Bridge Club will continue to hold an online Real Deal session tonight from 7pm.

Laura Ginnan and Pete Hollands have set up Real Deal, the only fully Australian online bridge platform.

They offer regular online sessions, lessons and themed sessions to reflect lessons and discussion.

They have helped Sale Bridge Club join and participate in these and other programs, in doing so, keeping the club active and enabling lessons for new players.

Results: August 2: 1st W Smits-M Zarb, 2nd D Hudson-C Van Lier, 3rd M Castle-D Love.

August 3, online, north-south: =1st J Buckingham-A Lees, D D’Arcy-F Mallac; east-west: 1st B Dwyer-A Gilpin, 2nd J Foster-L Thomson.

August 4: 1st P Lonnie-K Tierney, 2nd J Foster-L Thomson, 3rd D Braham-J Page.

Sale golf

August 3, women's stableford: division one: H Wood 32, runner-up M White 31cb; division two: H Harrap 32cb, runner-up J Benson 32; DTL: J Cashman 31, H Claffey 31, R Wake 28; NTP: 3rd J Benson.

August 4, men's stableford: A grade: D Salerman 36, runner-up I Glover 35; B grade: R Burns 39, runner-up B Cahill 38; DTL: I Mein 37, G Angel 37, S Faux 35, T Graham 35, G Kine 35, M Hurst 35, G Horton 34, R McDonald 34, K White 34, J Collins 34, G Callinan 34; NTP: 3rd D Wheeler, 6th I Glover, 14th B Cashman.

Maffra golf

August 4, men's stroke: A grade: G Adams 74, B grade: P Warry 73, C grade: C Durrant 76; DTL: M Corbitt 74, N Tacey 74, J Gray 75, T Millar 75, L Maguire 75, P Hunt 76, M Gallagher 76; NTP: 2nd J Gray, 7th N Gutteridge, 11th P Warry, 12th N Tacey, 16th T Millar.

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