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Stockland sells stake for $85m

By LIAM DURKIN

T i Tourists Norulzami N l Kamal Bahahrin and Nur Azizah Zawawi were among the first to see snow in 2021 as Mt Baw Baw enjoyed its first dumping of the year last weekend.

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RISE TOUTED LATROBE City ratepayers could return to a 1.5 per cent rates rise as part of the draft 2021-22 council budget, after last year’s rates freeze due to the impacts of the pandemic.

Latrobe City Council’s draft 2021-22 budget is out for public comment with submissions to be heard next month before it is potentially adopted in June.

However, councillors warned at Monday’s ordinary council meeting that some landowners “will be surprised” when they receive their rates notices due to rising land values within the municipality.

The proposed budget includes a 1.5

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per cent increase in overall rates and charges, in line with the state government’s cap on council rates rises, with a 7.8 per cent increase in landfill levies.

It comes after Latrobe City councillors had agreed to freeze rates and charges in last year’s budget, along with providing a $1.5 million business and community COVID support package.

But Cr Brad Law said some ratepayers should be “on notice because property pricing increases have taken off in the last six months”.

“Their rates notices are actually going to go up by a reasonable amount purely because land prices have sky rocketed in some areas,” Cr Law said.

“They should be pre-warned that even though it’s only 1.5 per cent, a few people will be surprised by their rates notices in the current year.”

Cr Law commended council officers for managing a “tight ship” with minimal borrowings off the back of large infrastructure spending.

He said these major projects were a “credit” to council and state and federal government grants were being delivered on time and on budget.

“This goes well for our council, moving forward, we’ve delivered a balanced budget with the least amount of costs imposed to ratepayers,” Cr Law said.

The draft budget provides for existing services at current levels, including the first full operating year of the newlyopened Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre and soon-to-be-opened Gippsland Performing Arts Centre.

It also includes more than $31 million in capital works program with no new borrowings.

But, council will draw on a $10 million state government loan that was previously approved from last year’s budget to fund stage two of the $7.5 million Moe Rail Precinct Revitalisation and the $2.5 million Kernot Hall upgrade.

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CHUNXING FORMS COMMUNITY LIAISON COMMITTEE - PAGE 5

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SHOPPERS in Traralgon will notice a difference to the town’s shopping centre in coming weeks, with Stockland Traralgon set to be rebranded Traralgon Centre Plaza.

The change is a throwback to the centre’s original namesake, after Stockland held the asset since the early 2000s.

Stockland confirmed to The Express it had sold its interest in the centre to Melbourne-based Fawkner Property for $85 million.

The purchase was completed in late March by Essential Services Trust No. 15, an Australian managed investment scheme registered under the Corporations Act 2001.

Fawkner Property is the responsible entity of the fund and holds an Australian Financial Services Licence for this purpose.

Fawkner Property managing director Owen Lennie said the company was excited by the prospect the centre holds.

“Fawkner Property is delighted with the purchase of Traralgon Centre Plaza and we look forward to a long and productive relationship with the people of the Latrobe Valley, as customers, contractors, tenants and neighbours,” he said.

Fawkner Property intends to pursue a localisation strategy for the centre that includes leasing to local businesses and franchisees, advertising in local media and contracting locally.

The localisation strategy will also ensure money from the centre is distributed back into the community.

The company said the first step in this policy was the renaming of the centre to Traralgon Centre Plaza and the hiring of local staff to manage and market the centre.

The rebranding process is expected to be undertaken in the next few weeks, with an official opening on Tuesday, May 4.

Fawkner Property director of distribution Shane Wakelin said the centre had many attractions.

“It’s a high quality shopping centre, it is 100 per cent tenanted,” he said.

“Based on the data we have the centre is performing really well post-COVID and we think that will continue with our expertise as well.

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COVID-19 Vaccination Program in Gippsland

The Australian Government’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program is being rolled out across the region with the support of local GP clinics, public hospitals and the newly formed Gippsland Region Public Health Unit.

Many older people in our community, healthcare workers, younger adults with an underlying medical condition, emergency services personnel and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have already received a vaccine safely.

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This week th he rollloutt off AsttraZ Zeneca COVID-1 19 vaccine to pe eople under the age of 50 was temporarily pa aused by the Victorian Department of Health followin ng advice of the risk of a very rare but serious side efffect, blood clotting (thrombosis) with a low blood pllatelet count (thrombocytopenia). The pause will enssure more information is made available to the commu unity and vaccine providers.

If you have had a first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine with hout any serious adverse effects, you may safely receive a second dose, even if you are under the e age of 50.

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What does the new advice mean for the rollout?

The Gippsland Region Public Health Unit and GP clinics will continue to administer COVID-19 vaccin ne to people over the age of 50 in the Phase 1a and 1b groups. The public he ealth unit will administer the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine as it becomes available.

Supplies of th he Pfizer vaccine in Australia are constrained and the Australian and state governments are working together to ensure people under 50 in the Phase 1a an nd 1b groups have timely access to an alternative vaccine.

If you have had a first dose of AstraZeneca vaccine without any serious adverse effects, you can receive your second dose of the vaccine, even if you are under the age of 50.

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What is the advice for people in Phase 1a?

If you are a frontline healthcare worker and yet to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, please contact your employer for advice on booking an appointment.

If you are a frontline healthcare worker under the age of 50 you may wish to discuss the risks and benefits of vaccination with your employer, GP or the Gippsland Region Public Health Un nit based at Latrobe Regional Hospital.

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Am I eligible for a vaccine under Phase 1b?

Th he AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine is avvailable from Gippsland GP clinics who expressed an interest in taking part in the Commonwealth rollout. Not all Gippsland general practices are participating in Phase 1b.

To check your eligibility for a vaccine and find your nearest COVID-19 vaccination clinic, use the Vaccine Eligibility Checker on the Australian Government Department of Health website. You can do this for yourself or another person.

You can also check your eligibility by calling the national helpline 1800 020 080.

What is the advice for people over 50?

The risk of ongoing health issues and death from COVID-19 is higher in older age groups, particularly over 50 years.

The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation considers the benefit of receiving the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine outweighs the risk.

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Rates rise has been floated

Uncertainty: Traralgon Dry Cleaners owner Nathan Theissling fears his business is going to cop a second hit this year if Ambulance Victoria pulls its uniform cleaning contracts from him.

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According to council documents, Latrobe City’s limited ability to increase revenue, coupled with recent big ticket builds has “presented some significant financial challenges in being able to maintain the current array of services at their existing levels”.

“This will become even more difficult in the future as power generators, which contribute a significant proportion of council’s rates revenue, begin to cease operations,” the documents state.

Cr Graeme Middlemiss also warned that large state and federal government grants to build large infrastructure projects would come with onward operating costs that council would have to absorb.

“Overall it is a very responsible budget, in itself, this budget is an achievement,” he said.

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Dry cleaners’ déjà vu

By MICHELLE SLATER

A TRARALGON dry cleaner fears his business is going to cop a second hit this year if Ambulance Victoria pulls its uniform cleaning contracts from him.

Traralgon Dry Cleaners had recently lost its contract to launder Fire Rescue Victoria uniforms amid fears a similar decision may also be made for Ambulance Victoria cleaning services.

Business owner Nathan Theissling said the further hit would mean between a $3500 and $4000 downturn in business a month.

“How can the business just be taken from under our feet? It’s the same saga as the FRV and we are going down the same path,” Mr Theissling said.

“Our government says it wants to support locals businesses but they are not doing it. It’s infuriating what they are doing to small business, they are just supporting local businesses in the city.”

Traralgon Dry Cleaners carries out twice a week

laundry services to Gippsland ambulance stations, including Traralgon, Mirboo North, Leongatha, Foster, Wonthaggi, Korumburra and Cowes.

Mr Theissling said the loss of work would also mean he would have to downsize his deliveries services.

It comes as Fire Rescue Victoria had told the local dry cleaner it was terminating its firies’ uniform cleaning contracts as from January this year to send the business to Melbourne.

Mr Theissling said the agency told him his services “did not meet FRV standards” and instead, uniforms would go to a certified provider to remove any contaminants that firefighters may be exposed to.

However, he said he had only ever been cleaning “everyday station uniforms” and was not required to clean any personal protective equipment.

Member for Morwell Russell Northe had taken the issue up with the state government, calling on

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it to come clean on its intentions for regional dry cleaning contracts.

Mr Northe said he was worried Ambulance Victoria might be going down a similar pathway as FRV by pulling dry cleaning services from the local provider.

“How could it be more efficient to send uniforms to a centralised business in Melbourne and back, rather than doing it locally?” Mr Northe said.

“There is no logic in taking work away from local businesses when these same businesses have been providing professional services to government organisations for many years.”

A state government spokesman confirmed that Ambulance Victoria had recently put out a public tender for dry cleaning contracts.

“In line with policy,Ambulance Victoria recently released a public tender for dry-cleaning contracts with options to provide services for specific areas, however none were received for Gippsland,” the spokesman said.

“The community will get a clear understanding of who we are and our personal approach.

“One thing we’ve spoken a lot about internally is being respectful of the local community.”

Wakelin, the former Collingwood and St Kilda defender, said the community had reason to trust in the direction Fawkner Property was taking the centre.

“We’re not a fund manager that’s going to come in and turn the shopping centre upside down,” he said.

“I played AFL footy for 15 years and I understand the tall poppy syndrome very well.

“When you are a new person in town people are pretty quick to knock you down, that’s why we are very serious about communicating the fresh start to the community, but we are also letting different influential community people know who we are and what we do.”

In keeping with the community feel, Adele Nardino has been engaged as marketing manager for the new owners, a position she previously held with Stockland.

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Rally planned for Saturday

By MICHELLE SLATER

A COMMUNITY group opposed to the proposed Hazelwood North used lead acid battery recycling plant will be holding a rally in Morwell on Saturday.

ALiVe is organising the rally at Immigration Park where there will be guest speakers and an opportunity to make a submission into a state government Inquiry into the impacts of air pollution.

ALiVe secretary Maggie Jones said the “family friendly” event would allow community members to meet face-to-face and share concerns about the proposed development.

Ms Smith said guest speakers included representatives from ALiVe, the Hazelwood North Action Group, Voices of the Valley and

Environment Justice Australia lawyer Bronja Lipski.

“We want to show solidarity in the community and continue to get information out to those not aware of the risks associated with this project and ways they can have their voices heard,” Ms Jones said.

“A lot of people are passionate about this and there’s been a show of support to do this and have a vehicle to come together to show we want to stop this and it won’t be accepted.”

Ms Jones said the group hoped to raise the issue with a Victorian Government Parliamentary Inquiry into the Impacts of Air Pollution that is underway.

She said she believed it would provide a good “case example to shine a light on the failures in

the system” particularly around Environment Protection Authority regulations for heavy metals.

Ms Jones said ALiVe was about to circulate a community survey to capture more voices around the battery plant.

The group has also put forward a series of questions to state government departments, raising concerns about the project’s planning approvals processes.

Project developer Chunxing has just announced a community liaison committee which includes a range of local stakeholders.

Chunxing chief executive officer Lakshman Jayaweera said the plant would have “zero impact to the community health and environment” and there would be “no health or environmental trade off.”

Brrr ... region shivers through cold snap

By ZAC STANDISH

VICTORIANS were given their first taste of winter over the weekend with temperatures dropping across the state along with heavy winds and rain.

While many see this as sombre news, alpine ski resorts throughout the High Country were jumping for joy with snowfall far exceeding their initial expectations.

Mt Baw Baw Alpine Ski Resort operations manager Joshua Last said the extent of snow to fall across the village was something they very rarely see at this time of year.

“We see snow (at this time of year) a little bit, but certainly not to this extent,” Mr Last said.

“During April you can expect snow flurries every now and again, but to get as much as we did I would definitely call it an unseasonable cold snap.”

Mr Last said some snow had been expected, but the final result was more than four times above their initial predictions.

“Going into the weekend we were probably expecting around 5cm and got 23cm,” he said.

“These are the sort of dumps we expect to see in July/August during the peak of the season so to have this much snow so early in the year is fantastic.”

This unseasonable dump was the first time the mountain had seen any snow in five months, with the level of the fall matching what they experienced last season.

“It was pretty much the only snow we have had since the last season, with a little flurry in November the only other sign of a genuine fall,” he said.

“This is the first serious dump for 2021, we certainly had some snow fall last year but we are hoping we can mark the return of visitors with a great year.”

With the COVID-19 pandemic resulting in no

Winter wonderland: After a difficult 2020 due to COVID-19, Mt Baw Baw staff are very eager to welcome tourists back to the resort with a bumper 2021 season. photograph zac standish public visitation during 2020, Mr Last said the resort is eager to welcome the public back on to the slopes at Mt Baw Baw. “It was certainly a very quiet year in 2020 being closed for most of the season,” he said.

“Over the summer we have prepared really well for what will hopefully be a bumper season and we cannot wait to welcome back all the tourists and families to our resort.”

Despite this remarkable unseasonable downfall, Mr Last is still not getting ahead of himself with snow an incredibly hard thing for people to predict.

“It certainly was a promising start, but it is still really hard to tell how much snow we will get this winter,” he said.

“With the weather warming up later this week we don’t expect this snow to hang around too much longer, so it is really is just a case of hoping we get more and more periods such as this as the season approaches.”

The Victorian snow season officially opens over the Queen’s Birthday long weekend in June and runs until Sunday, September 26.

Chunxing forms community liaison group THE proponents of a proposed used lead acid battery recycling plant in Hazelwood North have formed a community liaison committee which will start meeting later this month.

Chunxing Corporation has formed the CLC with a range of local stakeholders that includes seven community members including Hazelwood North residents.

They will be joined by representatives from the EPA, Latrobe City Council, Worksafe, Fire Rescue Victoria, Latrobe Health Assembly, Committee for Gippsland and Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning.

The process will provide project updates, information, monitoring data, presentations and site tours, with meeting minutes and presentations to be made publicly available online.

Chunxing chief executive officer Lakshman Jayaweera said he hoped the process would build community understanding and confidence in the operation.

“The ULAB CLC is an important part of Chunxing Corporation’s ongoing communication and consultation with the community,” Dr Jayaweera said.

“Meanwhile, Chunxing Corporation reaffirms its fundamental commitment to rigorous environmental standards of operation, particularly with regard to air pollutant emissions such as lead.”

Dr Jayaweera said the proposed Fourth Road factory would recycle used lead acid batteries “in a modern, high-technology and heavily regulated facility”.

He stressed the EPA had granted a Works Approval to design, build and operate the facility within “the most stringent limits of any similar facility in Australia and, most likely, the world”.

“Our commitment of zero impact to community health and environment from this project has been consistent from the beginning.There will be no health or environmental trade off,” he said.

Chunxing stated it has committed to providing a range of measures beyond EPA requirements, some made after it had heard from community views at various forums.

Measures include providing publicly accessible data to a real time emissions monitoring system, with regular background soil and water testing for lead at the site and in the surrounding area.

Chunxing will also investigate community interest in participating in blood lead testing, funded by the company.

Dr Jayaweera said Chunxing has begun preparing documents as part of the conditions set down by the Works Approval process, which should be submitted in early May. “Approval by the relevant authorities is required prior to the commencement of site construction works,” he said.

“In this regard, we have already engaged a significant number of experienced companies with the expertise to produce this documentation.”

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AN Adelaide band with Latrobe Valley roots has been honoured with a laneway and a mural renamed in its honour off one of the city’s busiest thoroughfares.

No Fixed Address Lane off Rundle Mall was officially unveiled by the City of Adelaide last month, in recognition of the band’s beginnings in the City of Churches and its contribution to Aussie rock.

No Fixed Address was formed in 1979 and included Morwell musos Ricky Harrison and later Nicky Moffat, who had been playing in Latrobe Valley outfit Black Satin.

Founding members Harrison, Bart Willoughby, Les Graham, and John Miller had put the band together while studying at the Centre for Aboriginal Studies in Music.

The reggae rock band sang about important issues facing the Aboriginal community, taking on topics about colonisation and family connection to country.

No Fixed Address became the first Aboriginal band to tour overseas in 1984 and were inducted to the National Indigenous Music Awards Hall of Fame in 2011.

They also played with 80s Aussie rock legends including Cold Chisel, Mental as Anything, INXS and toured overseas with Peter Tosh.

Mr Harrison had previously told The Express that the band had hit walls in its early years when trying to find pubs to play live.

“We were a rebellious band, we had a song called Pigs, and Marijuana Blues, we were black-banned from playing in Adelaide venues,” Mr Harrison said.

“Back then, there were no Aboriginal bands playing in pubs, venue owners were very reserved putting on an Aboriginal band because they thought there would be trouble.”

He said the band went on to gain a live following, attracting a white middle-class audience.

“Every pub we play in was packed-out with both black and white audiences, it changed venues’ minds,” he said.

We have survived: Reggae rock pioneers No Fixed Address had a laneway renamed after them in the City of Adelaide last month. photograph supplied Lead vocalist and drummer Bart Willoughby said the band was very proud to have a laneway renamed in its honour.

“We hope this will help people learn about the influence our music had not only in Adelaide, but interstate and overseas,” Mr Willoughby said.

“Our band led the way for young up-andcoming Aboriginal bands. It wasn’t easy going against the mainstream and overcoming racism.”

The City of Adelaide is also renaming other laneways after musos with connections to the city, including Cold Chisel, The Angels, Paul Kelly and Sia Furler.

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As your representative in the Victoria an Parliament, please know my staff and I are here to assist you u, your family or your business whether it be in response to the COVID-19 pandemic or an issue or idea relating to public transsport, roads, schools, employment and/or any other State Governm ment related matter.

My staff and I are happy to provide you with information relating to available Government programs and grants, or assist in the recognition of individual, family and d business milestone events. So feel free to drop into our office e at 12 George Street, Morwell or give us a calll on (03) 5133 9088.

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Graduation day at Fed Uni

By LIAM DURKIN

FEDERATION University graduates rejoiced earlier this week as years of hard work and dedication to study culminated in them finally receiving their degrees.

Proud parents and friends gathered at the Churchill campus auditorium, as each student was presented on stage to formally acknowledge their achievements.

Officialdom was on display at its fullest, as students dressed in full academic robes and doffed their square caps to university officials.

The most recent cohort was well and truly in a class of its own, having been through arguably the greatest challenge ever seen in education, with most of them completing their final year via remote learning.

For other students, such as Boolarra’s Anna McCracken, who finished her studies in 2019, the graduation ceremony put a full stop on a long and arduous journey.

“It feels really good, it’s a bit surreal,” she said post-ceremony.

“After everything that went on last year I thought graduation was going to be completely

cancelled so the fact that we are back here is pretty exciting.

“I don’t think there is anything you can do online that could be better than what we did today.

“It’s something I’ve been waiting for my whole life and something my family and friends have been waiting for, it is a really special thing.

“Seeing all the other people that graduated as well was great, especially a year-and-a-half after we haven’t seen each other, it’s nice to have a catch up.”

Ms McCracken graduated with a Bachelor of Health and Physical Education and is now working as a high school teacher.

Federation University vice-chancellor Duncan Bentley praised the students for their efforts.

“Their resilience and perseverance is significant. If I were an employer employing now I would want one of these graduates because if they can overcome this sort of hardship (the pandemic) they can overcome anything,” he said.

The graduates will now take the skills they have learnt out into the workplace, putting the many late night study sessions and 11.59pm submission of assignments behind them.

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FEW were more committed to the Commonwealth than Prince Philip, who made 229 visits to 67 Commonwealth countries between 1949 and 2016.

One of those visits was to Australia in 1954, where they visited the Latrobe Valley towns of Traralgon and Yallourn.

The Traralgon Journal and Record published a souvenir special issue on Wednesday, March 3, 1954.

This was the front page report of the visit by The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh, where an estimated crowd of 30,000 lined the streets to see them.

It has been a wonderful welcome to the Queen and Duke right from the hearts of everyone In the early morning people began taking up vantage points; gathering at strong posts, and preparing for the greatest moments of their lives.

Tense were the minutes, and hardly suppressed the excitement as the hour of Her Majesty’s arrival drew near.

There were the old folk and the infirm waiting on the rise above the western subway; there were almost countless children turning back towards the railway station; there were ex-Servicemen not too far removed from the exit gate through which our lovely Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh were soon to come.

The great concourse at this point included a large congregation of those who had spared no effort to make the town worthy of the occasion.

Hard by the gate was the Press and Radio - those men who have told the world the glad tidings of the Royal Progress - the Royal Progress which this day has brought them to us. In front were

Star power: Prince Philip and The Queen at Traralgon Station during their Royal Visit to the Valley in 1954. photograph supplied Scouts and Guides with colours flying.

And there, placed strategically so as to greet the Royal Couple and bid them official welcome, were the chief dignitaries of the five shires.

These citizens represented the Shires of Traralgon, Morwell, Rosedale, Mirboo and Woorayl, and many thousands of loyal Australian subjects of the Crown.

This was the picture of the whole mile and a quarter the Royal visitors were to travel through Traralgon streets.

On the north side of the subway at the junction with the Princes Highway, a mighty throng of Traralgon people manned a strong post reaching to Church Street.

At this point, sister town of Morwell folk in thousands lined the way of the Royal Procession.

Their area extended to Seymour Street, and half the distance to the Franklin Street drive, Rosedale occupying the remainder of this section of the Royal way.

Franklin Street became another strong post for Traralgon.

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The occasion of the coming ng of Queen Elizabeth and thee Duke of Edinburgh will long ng be remembered.

The story will pass from the lips of children who today day witnessed the grand Royal Progress to their children and their children’s children.

It will be a story which will ill live a 100 years in virtuallyy the first person.

That last sentence was particularly prescient as today, oday, 67 years on, the visit is still recalled ecalled fondly by many.

Frances Dalton Button posted osted on our Facebook page about ut her meeting.

“The Queen patted my head ead and said I had lovely curly hair,” r,” she wrote.

Malcolm Roberts shared this: “I saw the Queen and Prince Philip when they visited Yallourn.” n.”

Brian Milkins was another er to share a story.

“I was a member of the Yallourn Salvation Army band, one of the bands given a specific spot along the Royal route to play music sic as the Royals drove past.”

Australian Monarchist League eague spokesman Nicholas Tam, from Traralgon, said Prince Philip’s lip’s passing would be received with great sorrow by Gippslanders. ers.

“Prince Philip was a great at servant of Australia and the he Commonwealth,” he said.

“A source of continuity and stability in an ever-changing world, Prince Philip’s example can teach us much about contemporary challenges in supporting working women and a multiracial Australia.

“The Duke was a Greek immigrant who adopted the Commonwealth nations as his own, and who sacrificed his promising naval career to support his wife, The Queen, who remains the world’s longest-serving and most famous working woman.

“We would all do well to follow in his example of selfless devotion to country above self.”

Mr Tam added the Duke worked tirelessly as a steadfast, principled patron of the people of Great Britain, Australia and all the Commonwealth Realms.

Mr Tam said the thoughts and prayers of the Australian Monarchist League were with the Royal Family.

“This is a time of deep sadness for Her Majesty the Queen, HRH Prince Charles, his siblings, as well as their children and grandchildren,” he said.

“Australians join with those mourning around the world in remembering the Duke with gratitude for his lifetime of public service.”

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Street upon street was flagged and emblazoned with motifs of the Crown and Empire.

A loud speaker system kept the great concourse informed; the people knew the scene behind the scene even though they could not see. Bands serenaded the waiting crowd and eased the tension of expectancy.

Then the announcement of the coming of the Royal Train; the long-awaited arrival of the Queen and Duke.

The pent-up emotions of the mighty crowd burst forth - their Queen - Elizabeth, and the Duke of Edinburgh had arrived.

She stepped from the Royal Train on to a lovely carpet to meet her people; mounted a dais both gaily and artistically converted into a garden of natural flowers.

From this lovely bower we heard her words, and while she stood, saluted her with the National Anthem.

Traralgon Shire president Cr C Little spoke to The Journal about meeting the Royals.

“It was our great pleasure and privilege only a few moments ago to see for the first time and warmly welcome to Traralgon Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth and His Royal Highness, the Duke of Edinburgh,” he said.

The journey of the Royal Progress took them along a pathway festooned and entwined with colour.

Homes were bedecked with flags and banners; streets a picture of beauty.

At the western subway, a magnificent decoration greeted the Royal Visitors.

Along the avenue of delightful Church Street, the Queen and the Duke rode in a typical Gippsland beauty, created from old-world trees, a route still further garlanded by the artistry of arches and festooning colours.

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Comments We asked you to share your recollections of the Royal Visit...

Maureen Leighton: I saw them on the train when it passed through Traralgon. l was seven years old.

Tommy Quinn: I have photo of Her Majesty and Prince Phillip in a motorcade with the Morwell Caledonian Pipeband lining the procession route, at either Traralgon or Warragul.

Brian Milkins: I was a member of the Yallourn Salvation Army band, one of the bands given a specific spot along the royal route to play music as the royals drove past.

Frances Dalton Button: The queen patted my head and said I had lovely curly hair.

Barbara Clarke: As kids we all lined up at Traralgon station, they got off the train and walked up and down. I still have the medallion that we were all given.

Eddie Beulke: I was five years old as their train went through Morwell. I remember it well.

Terry Giblett: I remember/saw them on the train passing through Moe. 1954. I was four or five years old.

Leanne Aitken: My grandfather, Charles Wells met The Queen at the open cut when they toured.

THE world eentered a state of sadness lasst week as news filtered throu ugh that the Duke of Edinburgh h, Prince Philip, had died at the age a of 99.

A man ren nowned for his loyalty to hiis country, the Royal Famiily and most importantlly his wife Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philip’s had an everlassting impact on the world.

With stoories and tributes flowing for f the Prince, local Traralgoon man Eddie Ward recalled his close connecttion with the Duke of Edinb burgh, serving under h him on Royal Navy ship HMS H Chequers in 1949.

He said s he was shocked to lea arn of the Prince’s passiing on Friday night.

“It is hard to believe (thatt he is gone),” Mr Warrd said.

“T The man I knew wass upright, generous in his h praise of others an nd lacking in any praise for himself, he was that ssort of man.

“For me when I have had that experience of actually serving under h him, and seeing what he has achieved sincce it is really sad to see that he is gone.”

Serving in the Royal Navy Nav throughout Malta and the Mediterranean Sea in the late 1940s, Mr Ward was coming to the end of his eight-year naval career when Philip joined his ship as a First Lieutenant.

He describes his reaction to hearing Philip would be coming on board and his first impressions of the Duke.

“The first reaction honestly was oh not another new officer,” he said.

“In other words you have him marked before he has shown anything, but once he came on board I was quick to find out he was an easy man to work with and to work for, “As an officer he was a fine leader and operator and off duty he showed he was a fantastic man as well.”

His ability to connect with lower ranking sailors was something that particularly stood out to Mr Ward, as he showed himself to be very much in touch with the common person.

“He settled in so easily with the junior and lower ranks on the ship,” he said.

Memories: Traralgon man Eddie Ward was one of very few men to have spent time with Prince Philip aboard HMS Chequers. photograph zac standish “Philip came in as an officer and acted like an officer and he came as a man and acted like a man, he was able to separate his position and his duties from his sociability with the other crew members on board, “The man was not adverse to a joke, he was quite humorous at times and he quite enjoyed his sport featuring in hockey matches for the ship. There were no airs or grace with him and it was nothing but enjoyment being around him as far as I am concerned, so to learn of his death was not pleasant at all.”

Working under the Duke of Edinburgh for just under a year, Mr Ward has nothing but praise for Philip as somebody to work for and work with.

“Whether he was performing his duty as an officer or socialising with his fellow seaman on board, he was always very inviting and keen to learn about everyone,” he said.

“Overall he was an easy man to work with and easy man to work for and I am just

thrilled I had the opportunity to work closely with him.”

Now 92 years old, Mr Ward looks back on his time on HMS Chequers extremely fondly and realises he is extremely fortunate to have been a position to work with the Duke of Edinburgh.

“It is something that I have inside,” he said.

“To say I served under a man of his pedigree and quality is something I am very proud of, and he is a quality man don’t you worry about that.”

Overall, he speaks glowingly of Philip’s legacy as a Royal and the impact he had on society.

“His legacy is unbelievable, he was that type of man” he said.

“He was loyal to the members of the ship as well as he was loyal to the Commonwealth and loyal to his wife and everything else.”

“I would describe him as an outstanding man and an outstanding officer.”

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The vision for Great Latrobe Park Online comments MORWELL BENDIGO BANK BRANCH TO CLOSE Peter Gitsham: I left when they were taken over by the Bank of Adelaide. The decline started then!

Mark Smith: Here I was only earlier this week recommending people move to the Bendigo Bank in Morwell thinking it was going to be the last bank left in town and providing jobs for our community ... Only the NAB left now (unless Westpac fix the “leak” in their roof that has kept their branch closed for about a year now.)

David Steel: When small businesses close then banks will follow. When people actually make a conscious decision to shop and buy from local small businesses, then more businesses will open and Morwell will again flourish then the banks will return. It’s up to the community.

Keith Gadsby: What businesses that are left will have nowhere to bank shortly. I thought Bendigo Bank had a bit more decency than the others. Just proves what most feel about the banks. Cold hearted with no regard for customers, (unless you are a big, rich company.

Eddie Beulke: I know the girls didn’t make this decision.

Their jobs aren’t assured. This is an outrageous decision by their administrators. Moe Branch is 25 minutes away by car.

Traralgon is 15 minutes. Once there parking is at best very, very scarce.

Craig Gittos: Another business in the CBD going. This part of Morwell is thinning out more and more.

Anthony Wasiukiewicz: Aren’t we glad we spent all that money obstructing trade to put some new asphalt and footpaths down in what was an otherwise attractive street anyway...

Sherrie Boucher: Very disappointed.

TAX RELIEF ON BEER? CHEERS TO THAT Dean Walker: Tax relief on fuel would be better!

Antony Hilf: As much as the idea is interesting and the sector still needs help, it seems to me like it is a fairly uneven way to assist the hospitality sector - not every pub/ club serves the same amount of beers. Mainly late night venues barely move kegs, but are still busy. Draught beer surely isn’t a measure of popularity and would advantage some venues over others. A reduction of the tax on packaged alcohol (for on premise venues) and draught would certainly seem like a fairer alternative.

BRIGHT OUTLOOK FOR SOLAR FARM Peter Harvey: Mean numbers of clear days in Morwell is 31. Mean numbers of clear days in Mildura is 132.

John Asmussen: So no on going full time jobs then Troy Gill: Put it next to the battery recycling plant.

Jeff Curwood: Will never happen. LV has been promised multiple developments over the year that never eventuated.

A TOP RESULT Shane Blackwell: Looks more like ALE (ALH) are off loading their lower turnover venues to boost their bottom line following on from COVID & the continuing struggle of hospitality venues.

Guss Lambden: Needs a massive refurbishment to bring it up to date. Would have to spend another 500k if serious about the place.

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OPEN letter to the Acting Premier James Merlino Plans for Latrobe Valley mines not good enough ... yet.

There must be NO risk that abandoned open cut mines deteriorate into gigantic wastelands or use water required for other essential uses.

THE PAST After nearly 100 years of open cut mining of brown coal,Victoria has gained approximately $200 billion worth of economic benefit from the electricity generated from brown coal.

THE PRESENT The gigantic voids created by mining have a total area of approximately 50 square kilometres, equivalent to the area of Sydney Harbour.

THE FUTURE What is to happen to these massive excavations for the hundreds of years which will follow the progressive closure of these mines?

Will Victoria become a global leader or a global laggard in mine repurposing?

GOVERNMENT COMMITMENTS So far, the government has made NO commitment to guarantee that the former mines do not deteriorate into wastelands.There is an urgent need for the government to commit to guarantee that all mines will be repurposed to be “economically useful” and “visually attractive” in addition to its important, but limited, existing commitments to ensuring they are “safe”, “stable” and “sustainable”.

WATER LIMITS Recent government studies have confirmed that there is no possibility that sufficient water would be available to fully fill these mine voids without major adverse effects on the environment and major restrictions on the availability of water for agriculture, urban and industrial uses.

PRESENT PLANS All mine operators, and the recentlyappointed chairman of the new Mine Land Rehabilitation Authority, have, for years, presumed, planned and advocated that the ONLY option for mine rehabilitation would be to completely flood the mine voids.

NEW PLANS REQUIRED New, world-class plans are needed now.

These plans will require careful identification and evaluation of ALL possible options (not just mine flooding). Plans for mine repurposing should all be subject to thorough public and independent expert scrutiny through comprehensive EES processes.

THE GREAT LATROBE PARK VISION That the open cut mines of the Latrobe Valley will be repurposed so that they become key elements for an internationally significant multi-purpose environment, catering for an exciting and diverse range of sporting, cultural, educational, conservation and recreational activities.

For more information, you can contact me on 0408 598 410 or email nina@glp.org.au or David Longmore on 0417 052 909.

Nina Burke, Great Latrobe Park president

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IT should be obvious to everyone by now that the cost of not acting on climate change is far greater than any cost of taking action to get to net zero carbon emissions.

The disastrous bushfires of 2019-20 probably cost in excess of $100 billion, (John Quiggin, UQ economist) dwarfing the $3 billion for the Black Saturday fires of 2009.

The drought leading up to these fires also cost the country billions in drought relief, lost production and exports.

The warming climate turbo-charged the recent NSW floods which the NSW Deputy Premier was quoted as saying will cost $2 billion.

Climate change is making these supposedly

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From the moment I arrived to being released at 6.30 the next morning, every staff member, doctor and nurse I met were caring, friendly and reassuring.

I just wanted to thank every one of you who looked after me through the night, especially Keeley in accident and emergency, who made me feel safe when I was really hurting, kudos to you all.

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REGIONAL Victorians have been forgotten in the push towards zero road fatalities.

One fatality is one too many, whether on country roads or roads in Melbourne.

But new data shows country Victorians are being left behind in the push towards zero, with the regional road toll only falling about 20 per cent since 2000, while metro fatalities have dropped 47 per cent.

It’s not enough for the government to talk up spending millions on road safety and improvements if it’s not making a genuine difference in the lives of all Victorians.

Labor’s plan to simply lower speed limits, while leaving country roads in a dangerous patchwork of potholes and crumbling roadsides, doesn’t address the worsening condition of too many kilometres of our regional road network.

One of the first things Daniel Andrews did when he was elected was to axe the Country Roads and Bridges Program, despite the real difference it was making in helping local councils upgrade our state’s most deadly roads.

Each life lost is another family torn apart and changed forever.

This year’s State Budget must include significant investment in improving the condition of the regional road network.

Country lives depend on it.

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100-year events happen every decade it seems.

The rising premiums that you pay on your insurance policies are testament to this.

Our country is particularly vulnerable given our already erratic climate, and with each passing day of more greenhouse gasses accumulating in the atmosphere the chaoscreating energy in our atmosphere builds up even faster, leading to the next emergency weather event.

What is the sense in spending our national treasure on rebuilding after one emergency only to be hit with the next one and the one after...

As if our national economy is not already being buffeted by environmental disasters, countries that are taking strong action to transform their economies away from fossil fuels will start charging “carbon border adjustment taxes” for Australian exports as soon as 2023.

Those old enough to remember the Apartheid years, will remember how such pressure eventually brought the white South African government down.

And you can’t blame countries like the European Union and soon, the Biden administration in the USA who are doing the heavy lifting in emissions reduction, while they see Australia coasting along in the slipstream, doing the bare minimum, when out of all the countries in the world, we would achieve the greatest benefits from a stable climate.

Currently, 40 per cent of Victoria’s carbon emissions come from the Latrobe Valley power stations.

With Yallourn closing in 2028, there will be increasing pressure for the other two to close by 2030.

This is a distinct possibility and is in our national interest and needs to happen.

Naturally, this transition will include more renewable generation across the state, (but hopefully a lot of it here), big battery and pumped hydro providing firming capacity and the creation of a green hydrogen industry to help smooth out the supply on those sunny days with plenty of wind.

The transition of the work force and Latrobe Valley community will be difficult for some, which is why we need to start planning now and set firm dates for the necessary actions.

Putting these decisions off into the future will just make the transition harder for everyone.

The case for transition has never been as strong and will only get stronger as very day passes.

Dan Caffrey, Latrobe Valley Sustainability Group

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The email is from the then chairperson Greg Wilson.

This equated to 74.5 per cent.

The water plan 3 proposal, executive summary, economic setting page 6 states that “Gippsland Water’s tariffs have risen by almost 98 per cent during the five years of the second regulatory period.”

Gippsland Water, in media response of the February 4, 2013 says amongst other things “our prices have, at all times been in accordance with the 2008 determination.”

Our above letter clearly sets out the problems with Gippsland Water and the economic disaster forced on its consumers.

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MAN-MADE trees are creating a show of their own at the new Gippsland Performing Arts Centre (GPAC).

The last of 10 timber columns in the shape of trees were lifted into position at the arts centre in Traralgon recently.

The timber columns will be a grand feature of the facility’s foyer and highlight advanced engineering techniques within Gippsland’s timber industry. The foyer will contain the box office for the state-of-the-art theatre, a new cafe and Traralgon’s Visitor Information Centre.

The trunks will reach 8.5m high and are made using timber milled locally in Heyfield

by Australian Sustainable Hardwoods.

They were assembled by TGA Engineers in Bayswater by glue-laminating timber lengths together to produce superior strength.

Each column takes approximately 16 hours to make before they are sanded, polished and have custom fabricated steel connections attached.

The members are then bolted together and capped with timber plugs to conceal the fixings.

The trunks are made from Victorian Ash, which has some of the best strength-to-weight ratios of any timber internationally, saving manufacturing time and using 40 per cent less timber than making the same product using European timbers.

“These tree columns are a celebration of Gippsland’s timber and engineering industries, and being so beautiful, will create a dramatic impression when theatre-goers enter the Gippsland Performing Arts Centre,” Latrobe City Mayor Sharon Gibson said.

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said the installation of the feature trees at the Gippsland Performing Arts Centre was a fantastic milestone for the project.

“This is a wonderful acknowledgement and achievement for local business Australian Sustainable Hardwoods (ASH) in Heyfield, that manufactured the Victorian Ash timber products used to create the trees,” he said.

“It is incredibly important that large scale infrastructure projects in our region support and invest in our local businesses.”

The precinct is due for completion in the second half of 2021.

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LOCAL children were given a special school holiday treat this week as Bondi Rescue star Trent Maxwell (Maxi) delivered four presentations across the Latrobe Valley region.

Beginning at the new Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre (GRAC) on Monday, Maxi ventured to the Morwell Library and Latrobe Leisure Centre in Churchill on Tuesday before wrapping up his tour at the Moe Library yesterday.

Mr Maxwell said he enjoyed his first-ever trip to the Latrobe Valley.

“I have never really been here before, I’ve travelled to Victoria a few times but it has always been around Melbourne or Ballarat,” Mr Maxwell told The Express.

“It is good to come to this part of Victoria and check out the local region, coming up the Princes Highway, the scenery was beautiful and being on a road that goes all the way up to Sydney was quite surreal.

“The people have also been so welcoming so I really am just rapt to be here.”

Serving as a member of both the Bondi Beach rescue team and New South Wales Fire and Rescue team across his 16 year professional career, Mr Maxwell has garnered a lot of important skills and knowledge which he hopes to impart on to local children through his presentations.

“We are here to talk about the new book I have just released Maxi’s Beach Rescue and also my company Live, Learn, Survive where I teach fire and water safety all around the world,” he said.

“I am just going to have a chat to the kids about water safety with the beach being relatively close and the threat of inland drownings quite large, we just want to get the education out there to ensure everybody is safe around water.”

He says there a three main points he hopes children get out of his presentations.

“Firstly, I just want (local children) to understand just how dangerous water can be both inland and on the coast,” he said.

“Secondly, to be able to learn a life skill to not only save themselves but save others.

“Lastly, to give them the encouragement to learn to swim and become more confident by knowing all the risks and hazards that are associated with local waterways.”

Apply now for grants LABOR Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing is encouraging schools, kindergartens, childcare centres, Scouts, Girl Guides, and youth groups to apply for grants up to $5000 for biodiversity projects in our local community.

Ms Shing said up to $450,000 in funding for the 2021 Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants is available to help young people protect our precious environment.

These grants will fund projects that boost biodiversity through the development, improvement, or restoration of habitat for Victoria’s native plants and animals.

Grants are also available for programs that engage or educate young people to value and actively care for Victoria’s natural environment.

“I encourage local schools, kindergartens, childcare centres, scouts, guides, and youth groups in Eastern Victoria to apply for a grant,” Ms Shing said.

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Now in its fourth year, the state government has provided more than $1.2 million for 350 projects across the state in that time.

Past projects include the Narracan Primary School’s project to make their school a home for flora and fauna and the restoration of endangered plains grassy woodlands by St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School, Traralgon.

The grants are delivered by Landcare Australia as part of their Junior Landcare program, in partnership with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning.

For more information about how to apply, visit juniorlandcare.org.au/grant/2021-victorian-juniorlandcare-and-biodiversity-grants Applications close on April 30.

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Another major part of his presentation will centre on raising awareness for mental health issues in young people.

Mr Maxwell hopes he can use his professional experience to help shed light on this important message.

“During the lockdown with COVID all around Australia, kids have not had the opportunity for 12 months to be able to get out and about and learn life skills,” he said.

“I think it is important to pass on my knowledge and experience to help people find what they are passionate about and get active in the community.”

From a personal point of view, he says it is fantastic to be back touring and doing what he loves following the COVID-19 lockdown last year.

“It is good to be back on the road and great to be back around country areas,” he said.

“To educate and teach kids no matter where they are is something I love doing, so I am just excited to get around the local community and have some fun.”

His new book Maxi’s Beach Rescue is available at www.lifeguardmaxi.com.au with all copies signed and delivered by the man himself.

A hit with the locals: Young fans Amber and Ella Stewart pose for a photo with Trent Maxwell following the presentation. photographs zac standish

Air pollution inquiry extends the deadline on public submissions THE Legislative Council’s Environment and Planning Committee has extended the deadline for submissions to its inquiry examining the health impacts of air pollution on Victorians.

The deadline is now Friday, April 23 - an extension of three weeks.

Exposure to common air pollutants can exacerbate respiratory and cardiovascular conditions, lead to premature death and cost the Victorian economy hundreds of millions of dollars per year.

Vehicle transport, electricity generation, heavy industry, bushfires and dust storms all contribute to poor air quality.

The committee is seeking to identify state-wide practical, real-time, cost-effective mitigation strategies and determine to what extent these

strategies are ensuring that Victorian air quality continues to track towards meeting or exceeding current international best practice standards and is enforced.

It also wants to determine the impact of economic and population growth on air pollution and health outcomes, and strengthen commitments across all state government portfolios to reduce air pollution and minimise the impact on the health of the Victorian population and environment.

A final report is due to be presented to parliament in late August.

Details on making a submission are available from the committee’s website www.parliament. vic.gov.au/epc-lc/article/4448

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For a good cause: The annual Mother’s Day Classic returns to Traralgon and Toongabbie in 2021.

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By ZAC STANDISH

THE annual Mother’s Day Classic returns to Traralgon and Toongabbie in 2021.

This is the eighth year an event will be hosted in the Latrobe Valley, with starting positions at Burnets Road in Traralgon and the CFA Station in Toongabbie.

Event committee member Casey Bonacci said it was extremely exciting to see the event return to Traralgon and Toongabbie.

“We have got a really great community that attend every year, this is our eighth edition of the event,” Ms Bonacci said.

“We have the run from Toongabbie and Traralgon, meeting at the end in Glengarry, so we are looking forward to seeing everyone again this year.”

With Mother’s Day falling during the height of COVID-19 restrictions last year a physical event was not able to take place, but that did not stop committed locals getting out and supporting the cause.

“In 2020 we still ran a virtual event, people participated in their own time so they could walk along the Rail Trail similarly to previous years or anywhere within the Latrobe Valley,” she said.

“We still had over 100 participants and raised over $5000 so it was really good.”

With people now formally able to take to the street again in 2021, Ms Bonacci details what the day will entail.

“The event will look a little bit different to previous years, we will still have a walk/run/ cycle event with one starting in Toongabbie and the other starting in Traralgon, with everyone being able to walk along the beautiful rail trail and meet up in Glengarry,” she said.

“We are looking at a way to celebrate which is COVIDSafe, there will be celebrations occurring which we hope to announce in the next few weeks.”

With the 2019 event attracting more than 350 people, she is hoping they can top the figure in 2021.

“We really hope we can hit that number of 350, and we are optimistic we can get those figures and more this year,” she said.

“At the end of the day though the final number does not really matter, it is all about getting around the cause with the more participants the better.”

For the people thinking about registering, she says it will day filled with fun for a worthwhile cause.

“It is a really fun way to celebrate Mother’s Day,” she said.

“It does not have to just be for those who have been affected by Breast Cancer, it is a beautiful walk along the rail trail and it is obviously for a great cause, “The event is a fantastic way to get active, show community spirit and is just a really lovely community celebration.”

The Mother’s Day Classic, Traralgon and Toongabbie, will take place on Sunday, May 9.

WELLINGTON Shire Council will spend $150,000 to secure a specialist consultant to help promote the Archibald Prize regional tour’s stop in Sale this year.

The Gippsland Art Gallery will host the exhibition of Archibald Prize finalists from October 8 to November 21.

After going on display at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, the artworks will then go on a year-long regional tour of Australia, with the Gippsland Art Gallery the only venue in Victoria.

The exhibition will provide an opportunity to attract art-lovers from across Victoria to Sale.

Council will begin a tender process for a specialist consultant to help council market the exhibition.

The Art Gallery of NSW announced the venues for the tour in December last year, well after council had finalised its 2020-21 budget, prompting the needs to approve the funding to promote the event.

The funding will be included in the draft 2021-22 council budget, which is due to be approved in June.

Services being tendered include an extensive media and marketing strategy, establishing an effective working relationship with council and leveraging existing tourism campaigns such as “The Middle of Everywhere”.

Wellington Shire anticipates revenue from the tour will exceed project costs.

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Residential aged care that reflects the character of Morwell

Lorenzzo De Virgilio, Heritage Manor’s Client Relationship Partner, says that it is important for residents to feel

connected to the broader Morwell community. “Most of our residents come from the local area, so we try to help them maintain their connection to the community they know so well. One obvious link is that Heritage Manor has a beautiful outlook over the Latrobe Valley, featuring lots of farmland that our residents are familiar with.”

A recent refurbishment of Heritage Manor has further bolstered its ties to the local community. “As part of the refurbishment, we’ve put up artwork featuring historical photos of the

surrounding area. Our residents really enjoy looking at these photos because many of them can personally relate to the history of Morwell,” says Lorenzzo.

“As well as that, we now have new furniture and fresh paint, so the building looks fantastic while retaining its historical character.”

Lorenzzo notes that Heritage Manor echoes the local ethos of being welcoming and friendly. “It’s really a community within a community. The family and friends of our residents are generally Morwell locals who already know the place and the people here, so it makes for a very homely environment.

And our café will soon be fully operating again, which will be great for visitors who want to join our residents for a cup of coffee or a treat.”

“In some ways, the friendliness of Heritage Manor makes my job easier because I’m the first point of contact for people who are transitioning to aged care. Families are often worried and uncertain at that point, so it really helps them to see how welcoming our community is,” says Lorenzzo.

COVID preparedness at Heritage Manor and St Hilary’s Lorenzzo says that Baptcare has taken all the necessary precautions to minimise COVID-19 at its aged care

communities. “We have meticulous protocols in place to ensure the safety of our residents, visitors and staff – these include everything from regular screening to masks. We’re currently accepting new admissions as normal and conducting tours for people who want to see the community.”

To book a tour of Baptcare Heritage Manor Community or Baptcare St Hilary’s Community, or for more information, call 13 BAPTCARE (13 22 78) or visit baptcare.org.au.

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Athletics day a bright one at Central

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Big effort: Faizal puts his best effort into shotput for Yellow House.

MORWELL Central Primary School held its athletics day recently.

The sun shone favourably on all the events and the whole school community enjoyed being together to support the students as they competed for points for their house teams.

It was wonderful to see red, green, blue and yellow decorations on the school’s oval and to see so many dressed in their team colours.

The house captains did an excellent job, spurring everyone on with chants they had written during the preceding week.

Green House won the day, but it was really great to see all the students challenging themselves and trying their best for their team.

Get on red: Morwell Central Primary School teacher Narelle Van Der Velden with students Dane and Lara of Red House.

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AS a part of learning about ‘Earth Hour’ Junior School students at St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School recently spent some time together sharing things they found beautiful about our world.

‘Earth Hour’ took place on March 27 when millions of people around the world switched off their electricity for 60 minutes as a symbolic gesture of solidarity to show they care about the future of our planet.

The students discussed the important messages behind the event and gained an insight into how saving power for one hour was a great way to help our planet.

The students also read the book Thank You Planet Earth and worked together to create special thank you messages and promises to our planet Earth.

Handiwork: Appreciating Earth Hour is St Paul’s student Thom.

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MORWELL Sunday Market is on from 8am to 1.30pm at 105 Latrobe Road.

Man cave items, tin signs, fruit and vegetables, new and second hand goods, furniture and antiques all on display.

For more information phone Joanna Todd on 0437 981 388, or visit the Morwell Sunday Market Facebook page.

Moe Movers and Shakers

THE Moe Movers and Shakers, Parkinsons and Carers Support Group, will be having a relaxed and informal get together on Wednesday, April 21 at 1pm.

Join them for a cup of coffee and a chat at the Coffee Pod, in the Moe Mall (Purvis Plaza), Moe. Members old and new are welcome.

If you have been newly diagnosed or if you have been living with Parkinson’s Disease for a while now, please join them and share your story and your experiences.

Contact Elizabeth Davidson at moemoversandshakers@gmail.com or telephone 0478 084 413 so that they can book you a seat.

They would love to see you there.

Transform Your Life

IMPROVE self-esteem, make positive changes, take control of your life, and set new goals with the Transforming Women program run by the Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House.

Facilitator Aisha Alim has recently published her book It’s All Within You, and brings a wealth of knowledge as a life coach, facilitator, and speaker to assist participants identify their strengths, build their confidence and communication skills, and focus on obtaining their future goals.

“The positive response from past participants has been overwhelming.

We have witnessed the life changing results first-hand as the women have grown in confidence, identified their goals and gone on to pursue them,” acting manager Julie Callahan said.

The Transforming Women program is full of fun; challenges and new experiences to assist women discover and explore their potential.

It is ideal for those wishing to return to study, re-enter the workforce, make changes to their life and set goals for the future.

An information session will be held on Tuesday, April 20 from 10am at 11-13 Breed Street, Traralgon.

Phone 5174 6199 for more information and to register.

Gippsland All Abilities Social Group

THE Gippsland All Abilities Social Group has a number of events on the horizon.

Meal At Traralgon Bowls Club Wednesday, April 28 at 12pm or 6pm.

Cost at your own expense plus a gold coin donation.

RSVP by Monday, April 26 on how many people will be attending and what

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Meal at Morwell Bowls Club A great way to meet new friends over a meal.

Wednesday, May 12 at 12pm or 6pm.

Cost at your own expense plus a gold coin donation RSVP by Monday, May 10.

Fish and Chips at Civic Park, Warragul Wednesday, May 26 at 12pm.

Cost at your own expense plus gold coin donation RSVP by Monday, May 24.

To RSVP to any of the above events, please phone Phillip Chalker on 0400 603 367 or email all.abilities.social. group@gmail.com

Morwell Combined Pensioners

MORWELL Combined Pensioners will be holding their regular meetings from Monday, April 19 at the seniors centre in Morwell.

The meetings start at 11am.

Please bring your own lunch and afternoon tea.

For more information, contact Geoff on 0478 040 880.

Learn something new!

MAKE new friends, learn new skills, and enjoy some fun with a course at the Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House.

With Term 2 fast approaching and so many courses on offer there is something to suit everyone.

Being a Learn Local organisation, many courses offer a pathway to further study and increase employment opportunities.

Choose from a vast range of computer courses, Hospitality training, Transforming Women, Literacy, Introduction to the Disability sector, Agrifood and Manufacturing, Horticulture and Resume and Interview skill assistance.

There are also many hobby courses including art, creative craft, sewing, cake decorating, cooking, mosaics, knitting/crochet, creative writing, SLR photography, belly dancing, yoga, and Pilates.

New language classes are starting in French, Italian, Spanish and Auslan (sign language).

Classes start back for Term 2 on Monday,April 19, so phone the friendly staff on 5174 6199 or drop into 11-13 Breed Street, for further information.

Recipe for success

DO you have an appetite for learning?

Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House has some rare vacancies in their Recipe for Success course which helps build important life skills and assists those with barriers to learning.

It’s a fun course where participants enjoy cooking whilst developing literacy and numeracy skills.

Classes take place on Tuesday

mornings with an experienced tutor and are suitable for all abilities.

According to acting manager Julie Callahan, “unfortunately there are many people in our community who have experienced negative schooling experiences, have difficulty with literacy and numeracy and barriers to learning.

By intertwining the essential life skill of cooking with literacy and numeracy skills we can create a really fun and interesting learning experience.”

For more information contact the friendly staff on 5174 6199 or drop into 11-13 Breed Street, Traralgon.

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Moe and District Cancer Council Volunteer Group

MOE and District Cancer Council Volunteer Group, will hold their next meeting one week earlier, due to Public Holidays.

The meeting will be held on Monday, April 19 from 1.30pm in the conference room, at Old Gippstown Moe. Remember to bring your cup, or mug, and join them for a cuppa and a chat after the meeting.

There will be a $2 donation for entry.

Coming events Look for the group on the streets of Moe, selling tickets for the Mother’s Day Raffle.

ABMT is May 27: venue yet to be confirmed.

High Tea is July 30 at Newborough Bowling Club, more details coming.

Gippsland Memorial Park refurbishments are taking place

GIPPSLAND Memorial Park and Traralgon Cemetery Trust wish to inform the local community if you visit the children’s section on top of the hill at Gippsland Memorial Park you will see notification of the intention to refurbish this area over the next few months.

There will be movement up there soon.

The refurbishment will take place on the surface and around the graves, whereby it is guaranteed no grave will be disturbed at all.

The presentation above the ground will be renewed.

Lots of measurements have gone on to reassure families that, although things will look different, it will only be the above ground altered and all indications of the grave position and its importance will not be changed.

New paths and granite beams will be placed where the current ones are, and the plaques will be placed on the beams.

To make this satisfying all round, the management suggest that the rights holder could take the trinkets off the current surrounds by the end of April for safe keeping and replace them when the work is complete.

Any grave where there is no contact will have the current plaque area documented, photographed and the

items stored securely to be replaced in the same form.

With this process the Cemetery Trust would like to refurbish as many of the plaques as possible before they are replaced on the beams.

This requires permission to be given by the specific rights holder, who is asked to contact the office by phone on 5174 9071, email on manager@gippslandmemorialpark.com, or in person at the office on weekdays, to discuss this.

Listening Post

THE Anglican Parish of MoeNewborough has reopened its Listening Post drop-in centre at 7 Anzac Street, Moe on Fridays between 10 am and noon.

All are welcome to drop in for a cuppa, some quiet time or a confidential chat.

The service is free and the building (opposite Woolworths) is accessible.

Please phone 5127 5206 or 0475 067 145 for more details.

Update your computer skills

THE past 12 months has proven how essential understanding how to use a computer and digital skills are, from everything to communicating with loved ones, working online or shopping.

There is no need to struggle with technology as the Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House offers a wide range of computer classes to suit beginners to the more advanced with flexibility to meet individual needs.

“Whether you need to know how use MyGov, shop online, internet safety, communicate with loved ones, send a resume to a potential employer, study or upskill for a job, we can teach those skills. Most people laugh and can relate to knowing enough to get themselves into trouble, but not enough to get themselves out of it.We can help,” acting manager Julie Callahan said.

From the short Digital Matters course to build confidence, to understanding how to use Windows 10 or programs like Word, Excel, MYOB, Reckon Accounts there is a class to suit everyone.

For more information on Term 2 classes and to discuss your digital needs phone the friendly staff on 5174 6199 or drop into 11-13 Breed Street,Traralgon.

Maryvale Probus

MARYVALE Probus is based in Morwell with members from across Latrobe City.

They meet at the Morwell RSL Elgin Street, Morwell on the third Thursday of each month.

Their next meeting is on Thursday, April 15.

The guest speaker is Alison Bennett who will talk on World War I nursing.

Visitors are welcome to attend.

Membership enquires Pam Guy 0400 898 331.

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FRIENDS in Song Choir is looking for mature people interested in joining their choir.

The choir practice every second Friday afternoon.

These practices take place at Morwell East Senior Citizens Centre in Vary Street, Morwell.

The end result being that the group sing at Nursing Homes.

Practice is from 1.30pm to approximately 3pm if interested please contact Judy on 5135 6126 or Merilyn on 5122 2329.

Wednesday night dances postponed

DUE to circumstances the Wednesday night dance at the Newborough Senior Citizens Club, 29 Boolarra Avenue, Newborough has been postponed until further notice.

For further information please contact 0474 131 772.

Social Women’s Badminton

THE badminton group is inviting players to join them on Tuesday mornings for a social game of badminton.

All levels, including those new to the game are welcome to come along and have a morning of fun and exercise.

Time: 9.30am – 11.30am.

Place: Traralgon Sports Stadium, Catterick Crescent, Traralgon.

Cost: $3.40.

Contact: Maree 0408 033 047.

Walhalla Goldfields Railway needs volunteers

SOME of the Walhalla Goldfields Railway’s older volunteers have retired.

If you are a mechanic, plumber, welder, electrician, carpenter, painter, gardener, fitter and turner in fact people from all trades are very much needed at Walhalla Goldfields Railway.

Walhalla Goldfields Railway is always on the lookout for new volunteer trades and handy people to assist with the construction of a Self-Propelled Railmotor, restoration and regauging of two ex-Queensland Railways Diesel Locomotives, Carriage and Locomotive maintenance, installation of new track work and signalling.

Ideally applicants would hold appropriate qualifications, but handy people are also needed.

You will work as part of a team (who will quickly become friends) and remuneration is by way of the satisfaction of being part of history as they make memories for the many visitors to the railway.

For young unemployed people (volunteering and working with a team) could be a stepping stone with future employment in the community.

Contact Graham Vallance on 0414 858 339, email, office@walhallarail.com.au or visit their website www.walhalla rail. com.au and go to the ‘About Us, Team’ section.

Social painting

TRARALGON and District Art Society have social painting and drawing mornings with a cuppa, Tuesday and Thursday mornings 10am to 12noon or as long as you want.

Learn to paint and draw classes are held Monday and Friday mornings 10am to 12noon.

Night classes and teen classes are on offer.

A friendly relaxed group with a garden aspect for painting.

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positive contribution to the communities where they operate including the Latrobe Valley.

“At AGL, one of our values is to shape tomorrow and we view this program as an extension of that value,” Mr Browne said.

“That’s why we are happy to support the Health Assembly’s aim to improve childhood literacy by increasing access to free reading material for children and their families in the Latrobe Valley community.”

The project currently has all 10 library shelves allocated to local service providers within the Latrobe Valley.

Participating locations once the libraries have been positioned.

In the meantime, you can follow this project and find a location near you by visiting www.healthassembly.org.au/ servicelibraries.

Gippsland Racers Netball Club

New premises, so not at the Old Railway building now.

For more information contact 5176 6000 and leave a message or find them on Facebook.

Neighbourhood Watch Latrobe

NEIGHBOURHOOD Watch Latrobe Inc is a group of volunteers that work on many different levels within the community to ensure a safe and secure environment to all people in the Latrobe Valley region.

From sausage sizzles to “Secure number plate” days and supporting the Police in a number of ways, they assist the Latrobe City Council at various events to make a safer community for all people.

They meet at the Morwell RSL on the second Monday of each month from 6pm and would welcome all people who would like to volunteer in their very active group.

Check them out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nhwlatrobeinc or email them for more information: nhwlc@speedweb.com.au

Kids’ books coming to a service near you

THE Latrobe Health Assembly is piloting an innovative early childhood development program to allow for safe and easy access to free reading material.

The Service Libraries project aims to get books in the hands of children easily, safely and at no cost by installing 10 bookshelves filled with children’s books in the reception areas of local service providers.

The project received financial support from AGL Loy Yang via its community grants program for the purchase of enough books to fill all 10 library shelves.

All shelves were generously donated to the project by Officeworks.

Developed by the Latrobe Health A s s e m b l y ’s E a rl y C hi ld h o o d Development focus group, the Service Libraries will act as exchange points where children can return their book on their next visit at any service provider hosting a bookshelf for a new one.

“We are aware of several great initiatives aimed at getting kids and families reading such as Street Libraries which we helped facilitate locally in 2018,” Latrobe Health Assembly chair Tanya Rong said.

“The benefit of the Service Library project is that we can provide easy and safe access to free reading materials where families are already visiting without weather, security and monitoring stock levels being a barrier”.

“The Latrobe Health Assembly is excited to be partnering with AGL Loy Yang and Officeworks on this rewarding project as we work towards improving child readiness to enter their school years.”

Along with AGL Loy Yang’s financial support for this project, seven AGL Loy Yang employees volunteered to help get the project underway by labelling 500 children’s books and putting together the flatpack bookshelves, they even brought their own allen keys.

AGL Loy Yang general manager Nigel Browne said the company was committed to making a sustainable and

GIPPSLAND Racers Netball Club is seeking active women over the age of 60 interested in training and playing in a netball team that aims to compete in the Women’s Netball section of the Pan Pacific Masters Games held in November 2021 on the Gold Coast.

Anyone interested or requiring more information please contact Kerri McNamara on 0418 589 555.

Morwell Historical Society

THE Morwell Historical Society invites you to view their rooms and take a trip down memory lane through three rooms of interesting displays.

Open days are the first and third Wednesdays and last Sunday of the month 11am-2pm (Feb-Dec).

Come for a visit at 12 Hazelwood Road, Morwell; you will be pleasantly surprised.

On Wednesday, April 21, the general meeting will be held at 2pm.

After the meeting, the society is pleased to have guest speaker Gavin Wigginton talking on the History of Hazelwood Football Club.

Gavin has written a book about the HFC called Woods, Roos and Cougars and it is a history of the football club since a Hazelwood team was first raised in 1888.

In recent years it also encompasses netball.

All are welcome.

For further information please contact Bruce McMaster 0428 528 464.

CWA Moe Branch

THE Moe Branch of the CWA has two meetings monthly at the GEST building, corner of Albert and Kirk Street.

The first monthly meeting is on second Monday of each month between 1pm-1.30pm.

The group meet on the third Monday of each month for craft.

Other activities are organised as they go along.

For more information on the Moe branch of the CWA contact Lois Tipple (president) 0432 333 123 or Vicki Start (secretary) 0466 057 389.

Alternatively, you can email Vicki at vicki.start@speedweb.com.au

Morwell Rostrum Club

DO you need more confidence to speak up?

You may have to give a wedding speech, or a special presentation.

You may want to learn to run better meetings.

By joining Rostrum you will learn these speaking and leadership skills.

In a friendly supportive environment, they help each other reach our personal goals.

Founded in England in 1930, Rostrum is the world’s longest running public speaking organisation.They have been operating in Latrobe Valley since 1959.

Morwell Rostrum Club meets every Tuesday at 5.45pm and welcomes visitors. Come along for a free preview.

Find your voice with Rostrum.

For more information, contact George on 5122 2507.

Morwell Art Group

CALLING all artists and crafters.

Morwell Art Group is having a membership drive. The group hold

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They are a social group and would love new people to come and enjoy a Monday with them.

A cost of $4 covers your tea, coffee and cookies, as well as great company.

They are open from 10am-2pm.

Following a bad year of COVID-19, the Morwell Art Group is glad to say that they are now open again.

They are a community group who love art and craft, so come along and join them.

For more information, contact president Ruby on 0431 540 069.

Moe Art Society

THE Moe Art Society Inc is pleased to announce it has recommenced activities on Thursdays at Old Gippstown Heritage Park, Moe. In regard to COVID-19 safety, the art group will continue to follow COVID19 hygiene practices in line with the regulations and conditions set down by Heritage Park management.

New members are always welcome.

All enquiries to Beryl Galloway 0407 271 686 or Karen Rosato 0400 278 565.

Latrobe Valley Sustainability Group

THE Latrobe Valley Sustainability Group is a group of citizens who advocate for a sustainable future for the Valley.

The group aims to educate and inform its members and the general public, on all aspects of sustainable living now and into the future.

If you would like to know more about the work of the Latrobe Valley Sustainability Group or are interested in attending one of their meetings please contact them via email info@ latrobevalleysg.com group of citizens who advocate for a sustainable future for the Valley.

Time to try table tennis

MOE/NEWBOROUGH Keenagers Table Tennis Club are looking to attract new players interested in table tennis.

Keenagers play at Latrobe Leisure Centre, Old Sale Road, Newborough.

Sessions are on Monday and Thursday from 9.30am to 11.30am.

Sessional fees are $3 and insurance is $10 annually.

Keenagers is set up to promote recreational table tennis for older residents and retirees in the Moe/ Newborough area, having benefits

deriving from this activity in a friendly social setting. It is a social stress free environment with no pennant competition structure with the emphasis on informal social games. Playing table tennis provides a healthy lifestyle through coordination, balance, flexibility and the ability to exercise the mind.

It is also a good opportunity to “get out” and meet new people of similar ages and interests.

For more information, contact acting president Pat Esse (mobile) 0429 792 023, secretary David Claxton (mobile) 0417 302 428 or treasurer Glenda Di Labio (mobile) 0400 587 270.

Rotary Club of Traralgon Central

THIS year Rotary Australia celebrates 100 years of community work in Australia.

In recognition of this milestone, the RC of Traralgon Central will conduct its annual Give a Damn Give a Can appeal with the goal of collecting a record high 15,000 tins of canned food for donation to the Vinnies Food Bank, May 24-30, as well as organise fundraising activities in support of Ending Trachoma in Australia.

For more information, contact 0427 800 297.

The chance to get handy

THE Latrobe Valley Woodturning and Woodworking Club are pleased to be able to resume workshop activities.

They meet at their clubrooms and large workshop within the grounds of Old Gippstown, down near McDonald’s on Lloyd Street, Moe, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from noon until 3pm.

Toymaking and other activities take place most Saturdays from 10am until 2pm. New members are most welcome.

For further details on the club, contact secretary Kevin Cale 0438 273 218, or come along to the clubrooms and have a look.

Borrow, Play & Learn at Moe Rainbow Toy Library

THE Moe Rainbow Toy Library is a notfor-profit community service for families from Moe and surrounds, providing a wide variety of toys, puzzles, games and more for children 0-12 years, for a low annual fee.

Trial and concession memberships now available. New families are always welcome.

They are located within the foyer of the Moe P.L.A.C.E building, at Ted Summerton Reserve on Vale Street.

Opening hours are listed on their website www.moerainbowtoylibrary. setls.com.au or find them on Facebook.

JPs return to Traralgon

LOCAL Justice of the Peace have recommenced their duties at Traralgon Police Station.

JPs have traditionally provided a document signing station as a community service, however this had to be stopped due to COVID-19 restrictions.

As well as a voluntary community service, the document signing station assists in reducing the workload of local police officers.

JPs will be available for the general public each Tuesday and Thursday at Traralgon Police Station from the hours of 11am to 2pm.

Gippsland Groovers Club

GIPPSLAND Groovers Club is a nonprofit organisation run by people with a disability, which dances monthly.

For details of dance dates contact 0413 189 793.

Drive-in movie night at Yinnar

LATROBE City, Yinnar Bowls Club and Yinnar and District Community Association are hosting a family friendly drive-in movie night tomorrow from 5pm.

Food and drinks available before the film and during intermission, including inside the Bowls Club, across the road at the award winning Cafe 3869 and a sausage sizzle.

Popcorn will also be available at the start of the evening.

It is a COVIDSafe event, watch from the comfort of your car, all you have to do is tune into the radio.

Gates open at 5pm – with the main feature The Great Race starting at 6.40pm

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Vale Malcolm Hole, a giant of Heyfield THE Heyfield community has lost one of its most tenacious advocates, after Malcolm Hole, who was also a sitting councillor with Wellington Shire, succumbed to illness on Saturday morning at the age of 76.

Cr Hole’s family, the community of Heyfield and the timber industry were his passions.

MALCOLM HOLE Always been a country boy, Cr Hole worked with a stock and station company for 12 years.

He opened his own business in Heyfield in clothing, retiring after 32 years.

Before working in local government, Cr Hole was a Water and Sewerage Commissioner for almost 17 years and was chair when four authorities were amalgamated.

His foray into local politics began in 2000, when he stood for election to Wellington Shire Council.

What followed was 21 years of fierce championing of and work for Heyfield and the wider shire.

Cr Hole was first elected to council in 2000 and was re-elected in 2003, 2006, 2009, 2012 and 2016.

He was mayor in 2002 and 2006.

After his most recent council re-election, his seventh consecutive, Cr Hole took some time to review his achievements.

The former Wellington Shire mayor and deputy mayor was especially proud of his election to the board of the Municipal Association of Victoria and in particular the work he achieved while on the steering committee for the MAV Act for the Future of the review of the Municipal Association Act 1907.

Knowing first-hand the importance of the timber industry to the livelihood of the Heyfield community, Cr Hole worked hard to defend and work towards the sustainability of the industry, not just in Heyfield but other timber communities throughout Victoria.

He was a founding member and served on the Timber Towns Victoria executive, including the role of state president for nine years.

He was also the president of the National Timber Councils Association for 10 years.

Cr Hole performed various roles on the Gippsland Local Government Network, Rural Councils Victoria and the Local Government Emergency Management Committee. He was a life member of Apex and a former district governor, dedicating 17 years’ service to the community, and was involved with many boards and associations.

Wellington Shire Mayor Garry Stephens said the loss of Cr Hole would be keenly felt throughout the region.

“Cr Hole was a dedicated member of Wellington Shire Council, working hard every day for his community,” he said.

“I had never seen Cr Hole as proud as the day that Heyfield won Australia’s Strongest and Most Resilient Community award in 2017.

“The only comparison you could make with Cr Hole’s beaming face that day, was when he spoke of his children and grandchildren.”

Cr Hole will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him and everyone who he advocated for during his considerable career in local government.”

National Timber Councils Association president Dale Harriman said Cr Hole’s advocacy for timber communities and industries led him to be involved with both Timber Towns Victoria and National Timber Councils Association, where he enjoyed several terms as president of both organisations.

“It was during his leadership at Timber Towns Victoria, Malcolm led the formation of National Timber Councils Association, after a request from the Howard Government to establish a national network of councils involved in forestry and plantation, and became the inaugural president of the association,” he said.

“Malcolm’s tireless work and knowledge has made (the association) the organisation that it is today.”

Cr Harriman extended the association’s sympathies to Cr Hole’s family.

Cr Hole and his wife Carmel, who died in 1997, had five adult children and 15 grandchildren.

Detail: Wildlife related artwork, such as this piece titled Possum by Jacqui Reid, will be on display at the exhibit. photographs contributed

Rosedale to host an art fundraiser ROSEDALE will host an art sale next month, raising money for two not-for-profit organisations.

Miranda Paech from the Captured in Africa Foundation and Pit-Track K9 Conservation and Anti-Poaching Unit and Paula Logan from Seacret Skin Care and Nutrition have joined forces to bring their work to the region.

The Seacret, Art for Animals art sale will raise money to assist the ongoing work of the Captured in Africa Foundation and Pit-Track K9 Conservation and Anti-Poaching Unit, which are two not-for-profit, non-government organisations operating in South Africa.

The Captured in Africa Foundation was established to support the ongoing effort for the protection, rescue and relocation of vulnerable and at-risk lions, big cats and other wildlife in wild and exploited captive situations.

The organisation’s founder and director, Drew Abrahamson, has become a key figure in big cat conservation efforts and is instrumental in coordinating legitimate on the ground non-profit organisations, and executing animal rescues and relocations throughout Africa.

The Pit-Track K9 Conservation and AntiPoaching Unit provide teams of highly trained operatives to track and apprehend poachers of rhinos, big cats and all endangered species.

They are predominantly located in the Greater

Kruger Area of South Africa and with their highly trained teams of K9s and handlers are effective in the detection of contraband and the tracking and apprehension of poachers.

Carl Thornton, the founder and director of Pit-Track, grew up in the African bush and is passionate about all areas of conservation.

Ms Paech said she was looking forward to bringing the artwork to Rosedale for an initiative close to her heart.

“As the Australian ambassador for both of these organisations, it is my privilege to educate about and promote the work being carried out and fundraise here so that the valuable work can continue on the ground in South Africa,” she said.

“We were honoured to have both Drew and Carl visit Australia in mid-2019 to officially introduce their work to Australians. I am delighted to be joined by Paula Logan from Seacret, who will present and demonstrate these wonderful products.”

Among the artwork available to purchase will be some wonderful pieces donated by artists from the region, as well as the opportunity to purchase, explore and uncover the mysteries of Seacret.

The event will be held at 62 Duke Street, Rosedale on Sunday, May 9 from 10am to 3pm.

Admission to the event is free.

For any enquiries please phone 0433 713 919.

Initiative: Miranda Paech and Paula Logan will bring their artwork to Rosedale next month to help raise money for the protection of at risk African wildlife.

Fire Danger Period ends Keep your burn off safe and legal: ■ Check fire restrictions in your area and always register your burn at www. firepermits.vic.gov.au.

■ Check and monitor weather conditions - particularly wind.

■ To avoid unnecessary calls to emergency services, notify your neighbours beforehand.

■ Leave a three-metre fire break, free from flammable materials around the burn.

■ Have sufficient equipment and water to stop the fire spreading.Never leave a burn-off unattended - stay for its entire duration.

■ If your burn-off gets out of control, call ‘000’ immediately.

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VICTORIA’S Fire Danger Period officially ended on Monday.

CFA chief officer Jason Heffernan said despite the restrictions coming to an end, residents have been urged to exercise extreme caution when burning off.

“Parts of CFA’s District 2, 4 and 17, including the Greater Bendigo, Glenelg, Horsham and West Wimmera municipalities, were the last areas to lift Fire Danger Period restrictions,” CO Heffernan said.

“It marks the official end to a much milder bushfire season than the unprecedented fire season that ravaged East Gippsland and North Victoria in 2019/20.”

CO Heffernan reminded Victorians that while the Fire Danger Period is now over, it is still important that residents check local conditions on the day of any burn-off they are considering undertaking.

“Fires can get out of control within minutes in dry and windy conditions, and the effects can be devastating - we want everyone to exercise extreme caution,” he said.

“While light winds can help to disperse smoke, burn-offs should not be conducted if the wind speed is more than 10kph. This can be observed when twigs and leaves are in constant motion.”

During the first week of April there were more than 6000 private landowner burn-offs registered,

some of which had been registered with an open date meaning the landowner will conduct the burn over more than one day or when conditions are suitable.

As well as the burning of backyard heaps and outer urban small burn-offs, there are also widespread agricultural burn-offs occurring across most of the state.

CO Heffernan said it is important to register all burn-offs so Triple Zero (000) operators know what is happening in the area.

Landowners can register their burn-off by using the Fire Permits Victoria website (firepermits. vic.gov.au), or notifying the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA) by calling 1800 668 511 or emailing burnoffs@esta.vic.gov.au.

“We ask that landowners register burn-offs to help reduce the risk of CFA brigades being called out unnecessarily if a member of the public calls about smoke or a fire in the area,” CO Heffernan said.

He added that people should never leave a burnoff unattended as it’s the resident’s responsibility to ensure that it does not get out of control.

“If a burn off does get out of control, call ‘000’ immediately. People should have a fire plan and prepare for the event of fire, and never be complacent,” he said.

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Hazelwood Coaches / Jaybee Tours 0428 223 361

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TRARALGON, 15 Stirling Avenue, Saturday, 8am 1pm. Camping and caravan items, miscellaneous, linen, crockery and household goods.

The Anglican Parish of Moe-Newborough has reopened it's Listening Post drop-in centre at 7 Anzac Street Moe (opposite Woolworths).

Moe, own bathroom and toilet, $100 pw. Phone All are welcome to drop in 11 Allard Street. Saturday, for a cuppa, some quiet Keith 0433 441 645.

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Are you amazing at administration and looking for a job around school hours, it's time for a change?

MIB Plumbing is a family based local business, who specialise in all aspects of plumbing and gas fitting; we are a growing young dynamic team and are looking for the right person to join our team.

If you have experience in customer service, computer processing, invoicing, job management, scheduling and have a positive attitude please email us at: mibplumbing7@gmail.com with three reasons why you would love to join our team and we will send through the full job description.

ELECTRICIAL MECHANIC

DJN Electrical & Instrumentation Pty Ltd has a vacancy for an Electrical Mechanic based in the Latrobe Valley.

DJN is an Electrical Contracting company that provides an installation, automation and maintenance service to a wide range of manufacturers and process plant operators in and around the Latrobe Valley.

Prerequisites for the position are: ● A Grade Licensed Electrician ● Victorian driver's licence ● Be motivated and enthusiastic in your work Commercial experienced electricians are encouraged to apply.

Please forward resume to email: Admin@DJN.com.au

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Due to the high volume of Kubota Tractors and machinery sales and service, we require additional Mechanics for immediate start.

We pay above award wages with an excellent salary package. You will be part of our close nit service team in our workshop. Our business Massaro Motors is centrally located in Morwell servicing the greater Gippsland region from our premises or on site at our customers properties for the past 46 years. We need your services and we are prepared to financially reward you for your services and qualifications.

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For further initial information please call Ray Massaro on 0417 887 718

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If you are looking for a new career opportunity with a business that delivers quality plumbing, a challenging yet rewarding environment for an employer that expects the best from you, with realistic and achievable timelines, then MIB Plumbing could be the workplace for you.

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Reporting to the Production Support Group Leader, the Production Support Operator will contribute to AGL Loy Yang’s Mine Production targets, engaging with key stakeholders to provide a safe and efficient response to the production needs of the mine. This role includes working in a heavy industrial mining environment using a variety of mobile plant and other equipment.

We are looking for talented people who have a: ● Experience in the operation of mobile plant, industrial equipment and / or heavy vehicles, including relevant licences or competencies ● An understanding of safety systems and preferably permit to work systems ● The ability to work effectively unsupervised be available for weekend work and work backs ● A high level of written communication skills required to issue and take permits, complete inspection forms, maintenance notifications and safety reports ● Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating with a diverse range of stakeholders such as, operators, maintenance personnel and other relevant stakeholder across the business ● Trade qualifications and previous experience working in a heavy industrial mining setting will be highly regarded If this sounds like you, apply now!

At AGL, we’re committed to diversity and inclusion, so we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTQ+) people.

Applications are to be submitted online at agl.com.au/careers (job number R-0008159).

If you have any queries, please email Shane Ambrosini, sambrosini@agl.com.au.

Brendan Jones Building is a family-based business specialising in custom built homes.

We have a full-time position for a fully qualified carpenter.

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Would you like to deliver the Latrobe Valley Express newspaper to individual homes on Monday and Thursday afternoons in Morwell, Traralgon, Moe, Newborough and Churchill? Please apply to the Circulation Manager 0456 000 541.

Please note: Children must be 11 years or over as we will need to apply for a government Child Employment Permit.

Children younger than 11 cannot or will not be accepted. Adult deliverers also welcome.

Required for large house in Churchill area. Phone 0448 621 645.

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Would you like to deliver the Latrobe Valley Express newspaper to individual homes on Monday and Thursday afternoons in Moe? Please apply to: The Circulation Manager 0456 000 541 Please note: Children must be 11 years or over as we will need to apply for a government Child Employment Permit. Children younger than 11 cannot or will not be accepted.

Adult deliverers also welcome

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IN MORWELL NEEDS STAFF

Jobs available include: Welding up RHS brackets, Mechanical servicing on company vehicles.

Assembly and testing of electronic items.

Installation of product onto trucks.

Packing kits for delivery.

Age not important.

Young people who want to build a career, training available.

Mature people who want interesting work in a vibrant successful business.

Come and see us at: 10 Holmes Road, Morwell

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We are seeking an experienced Facility Manager for our 67 bed facility, O'Mara House located in Traralgon. You will be an integral member of the management team supported by the General Manager Residential Services, a collegiate team of Facility Managers and specialist teams including ACFI, Nurse Educators and Human Resources.

To be successful within this role you will possess: ● High level clinical skills and expertise, including Infection Prevention and Control Lead (IPC Lead) ● Current and ongoing registration with AHPRA ● Substantial management experience within residential aged care mecwacare has provided care to the Victorian community for over 58 years, offering residential aged care, home care packages, respite care, in-home support, community housing, community programs, disability and nursing services.

For further information about this position or to submit your application please go to the careers section at www.mecwacare.org.au Enquiries to Loretta Radge, General Manager Residential Services on 03 8573 4857

We have an exciting position available and are currently seeking an enthusiastic, reliable and motivated person to join our busy Store.

We are an Australian owned and operated Electrical Wholesaler located in Morwell.

Reporting to the Branch Manager and working within a small team environment you will be responsible for the following: Role Includes but not limited to: ● Forklift operation ● Delivery and pick up of goods as required ● Picking and packing customer orders ● Maintaining a clean and functional warehouse ● Counter sales and interacting with customers/ suppliers etc.

We are seeking someone who is organised, self-motivated with a can-do attitude.

The successful candidate must be fit, energetic and hard working. Lifting and moving heavy stock required.

A current Australian driver's licence and forklift licence is essential.

Please send all resumes and cover letters to: Martin Francis - activemarty@wideband.net.au

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With our client’s business expansions and awards to their name, they are definitely onto a winning formula. This growth now sees them requiring two new Property Managers – one for their Warragul office and one for their Moe office.Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: ● Managing a rental portfolio of approximately 150 – 180 properties ● Liaising with landlords, tenants and tradespeople Ideally, we would love to see applications from those who meet the following criteria: ● You have proven experience as a Property Manager ● You strive to achieve the best outcomes for all parties ● You have an Agents Representative qualification, and a valid driver’s licence ● Negotiating and mediating are key strengths of yours If you have been wondering “What’s next in my career?” then consider this role with its training and coaching from global leaders. Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume to: Carly Schmidt BEST MATCH RECRUITMENT jobs@bestmatch.com.au For further details please go to our vacancies page at: www.bestmatch.com.au

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Today’s Correctional Officer plays a significant role in the rehabilitation and reintegration of prisoners, as well as maintaining the good order and security and ensuring that all staff, prisoners and visitors are safe.

To excel as a Correctional Officer, you will use your life experience and excellent communication skills to demonstrate empathy and resilience in conjunction with using the skills taught at the pre-service course to model exemplary behaviours, attitudes and values to the people in your care. If you are looking for a challenge, in a unique work environment where no two days are the same, then a career in corrections may be for you.

GEO is the country’s leading provider of outsourced correctional services, operating in New South Wales and Victoria. Our goal is to deliver better corrections and in doing so, create safer communities.

Fulham Correctional Centre is located near Sale in Victoria, approximately 200km east of Melbourne and has been successfully managed by GEO Group Australia since opening in 1997 and is Victoria’s largest regional correctional centre, safely and securely housing up to 947 adult male prisoners.

Successful applicants will participate in a paid full-time, eight-week Pre-Service Course, commencing on Monday 26 July 2021 and graduating on Friday 17 September 2021. After graduation, all Correctional Officers will commence employment on a casual basis where progression to fulltime is opportunity based.

In 2020, Fulham’s expansion work were completed and this helped to create additional full-time jobs to support the growth in prisoner population, so now is an excellent time to commence your career with us.

For further information, please contact Human Resources Officer Mrs Haylee Tyquin on 5142 3830 or email us at htyquin@geogroup.com.au or to apply, visit http://applynow.net.au/jobs/ni/GEO1803 Applications close Thursday 6th May 2021 - 11pm

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Latrobe Valley Village are currently sourcing applications from motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurses who wish to utilise their training and qualifications on either a permanent part time evening and/or night shift basis within our friendly team.

The successful applicant should possess the following knowledge and skills, (whilst these skills are an advantage, on the job training will be provided) for successful applicants.

1. Previous experience in Aged Care an advantage.

2. Comprehensive understanding of Aged Care standards and Accreditation process.

3. Working knowledge of ACFI documentation and requirements.

4. Basic computer skills.

Salary packaging is available to successful permanent part time applicants.

Essential Criteria: 1. All applicants must have a current Registration with the Midwifery & Nurses Board of Aust: 2. Current Victorian police check (within a 3 years period of date of application/employment).

Position description may be obtained by phoning 5127 7488 during office hours. Applications close 18th April 2021.

Letters of application forwarded to Facility Care Mgr, Latrobe Valley Village Inc., 5 Ollerton Avenue, Moe 3825 or emailed to admin@lvvillage.com.au Application to be accompanied by resume and any other relevant information including three referees.

STEELINE GIPPSLAND PTY LTD REQUIRE SUBCONTRACTORS BUILDERS / SHED ERECTORS Steeline Gippsland Pty. Ltd. is a manufacturer of quality roofing products and sheds in the Latrobe Valley and Gippsland area.

Due to an increase in sales within our shed division we require additional subcontractors to erect our sheds. This would suit a builder / shed installer and provide for an ongoing stream of projects to compliment an already established business or create the base for a new one.

Please forward resumes outlining relevant experience to damien.l@steeline.com.au or call for further information on (03) 5176 5866.

Applications close 30th April 2021.

Caravans

BOTTLESHOP RETAIL ASSISTANT

Bottlemart Moe is looking for an enthusiastic person for our full time retail assistant role. This person must be available to work from Tuesday to Saturday and occasionally Sundays on a rotated roster.

This is a active and busy role that includes lifting and handling box's on a daily basis.

Knowledge in this field is a bonus as it's for an immediate start.

If you think you have what it takes and have a great personality to fit this roll, please send your resumes to: info@ bottlemartmoe.com.au or drop in store

Caravans and pop-tops, 1970s - mid 2000 models.

Tired of waiting for buyers?

Phone now, cash paid.

Affordable Caravans 0418 336 238, 5623 4782.

Trucks & Tractors

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Ford 2000, 3 cyl. diesel, had some work, good working condition $3900 neg. Ph 0448 516 704.

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COMMODORE Calais Tourer wagon '18, leather interior, 70,000km, serv. books, s/roof, reg. till 1/22, selling due to health, exc. cond., 1ON-2GY $30,000 o.n.o. Ph 0492 586 760.

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CASEY (McMaster), Beryl Eileen.

Passed away peacefully at LV Village Aged Care Newborough on 9April 2021.

Aged 89 years Dearly loved wife Norman (dec.). Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Irene (dec.), Janet, Robert and Lynette, Toni and Brad.

Adored Nan to Emma, Melinda, Brody, Casie-Lee, Telia, and James.

Nanna Beryl to Baikah, Sabi-Lee, Damian, Mitchell, Azalea, and Briella.

HORSFIELD, Leslie Neil

ENROLLED NURSES

Latrobe Valley Village are currently sourcing applications from motivated and enthusiastic Enrolled Nurses who wish to utilise their training and qualifications on a permanent part time basis within our friendly team.

The successful applicant should be available to work AM / PM and Night shift while also possessing the following knowledge and skills, (whilst these skills are an advantage, on the job training will be provided) for successful applicants.

1. Previous Experience in Aged Care an advantage.

2. Comprehensive understanding of Aged Care Standards and Accreditation Process.

3. Working knowledge of ACFI documentation and requirements.

4. Basic computer skills.

Salary packaging is available to successful permanent part time applicants.

Essential Criteria: 1. All applicants must have a current Registration with the Midwifery & Nurses Board of Aust: 2. Current Victorian Police Check (within a 3 years period of date of application/employment).

Position Description maybe obtained by phoning 5127 7488 during office hours, applications close 18th April 2021.

Letters of application forwarded to Facility Care Mgr, Latrobe Valley Village Inc., 5 Ollerton Avenue, Moe 3825 or emailed to admin@lvvillage.com.au Application to be accompanied by resume and any other relevant information including three referees.

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The President, Staff and members of the Morwell RSL Sub Branch mourn the passing of their valued Affiliate Member Les. Deepest sympathy to all the family and friends.

LEST WE FORGET

SUBARU Forester 2015 I, limited edition, 88,000km, one owner, leather seats (seat warmers), alloys, tow bar, many extras, 1EE9VN, $21,000. Phone HOWELL, Reg. 0429 167 502.

Passed away 9/4/2021.

Aged 67 years In loving memory of a precious brother and uncle to Carole, Jennifer and Kathleen, and families.

Caravans Forever missed, always loved and never forgotten

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Jayco Swift Camper

trailer, v.g.c. seldom used, garaged, 2012 model, solar power, 3-way fridge, 2 burner stove, sleeps 3, bed-ends and side awnings, TV aerial, 9 kilo gas bottle, tyres as new, reg till 20/9/21 $13,000 o.n.o.

Ph 0458 977 096.

Deaths

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MONACELLA, Ave Maria Beatrice (Mary).

19/6/1938 - 13/4/2021.

Beloved wife of Filippo (Phillip) Monacella (dec.).

The world has lost a beautiful person. Mary has gone home to Heaven after a long battle; that she fought so bravely.

May she now rest in peace.

The sound of your voice; the ring sound of your laughter; and the twinkle shine in your eyes will stay with us all forever.

Very much loved by your sisters Caroline (dec.), Josephine, Grace and brothers Tom (dec.), Joseph and Bob Russo, and your many nieces and nephews and their respective families.

Also, loved and respected by your many kind and loving friends.

God has you in His keeping; We have you in our hearts.

Thanks for all who have supported Mary during this period and a special thanks to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and to the Staff at Maryvale Private Hospital.

MONACELLA, Ave Maria (Mary).

Much loved, lifelong, best friend of Bartolina and Tommaso (dec.) D'Allia.

Loving Aunty Mary to Phillip, Nat, Gaetano, Bob, Dominic, Anthony and families.

"You will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved you"

MONACELLA, Ave Maria (Mary).

Cherished Comare of Anthony.

"Your footsteps can never be filled, nor your love ever forgotten" With much love, Anthony, Natasha, Max and James D'Alia XX.

O'KANE, Terence Michael.

1/1/1937 - 12/4/2021.

Husband of Mary (dec.), father of Terry, Lisa and Michael. Grandfather to Mark, Felix and Patrick.

Loved friend to Marta, Kim, Erin, Tiesh and Gerard.

Dad was a man of principle and a tower of strength to our family and his friends.

We are grateful for his compassion, faith and love. It never wavered.

Funeral details to be announced via Barry & Annette Lett Funeral Directors, Sale Vic.

QUIGLEY, Joan.

The Club was saddened to hear of the passing of our YFNC Life Member, Joan Quigley.

Our sympathies are extended to the Quigley family.

RAPPAL, Magdalena.

Passed away peacefully with her family at her side at LRH on 10 April 2021.

Aged 93 years Loved wife of Michael (dec.).

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Rosalie and Alex (dec.), Magda and Ross, Margaret and Mick.

Loved Baba of all her grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, and greatgreat-grandchildren.

So dearly loved So sadly missed

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STANYER, Victor Maxwell.

Passed away peacefully at Traralgon Aged Care on 9 April 2021.

Aged 76 years Loved son of William and Hazel (both dec.).

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Bill (dec.), Jim (dec.), Irene (dec.), Eunice and James (dec.), Ray (dec.), Edna and Laurie, Les (dec.), Ian (dec.), Alan (dec.), Des (dec.), Gwenda and Trevor.

Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

Keep on dancing STANYER, Vic. It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that the Moe Social Dance Club Committee and Members have to say goodbye to our dear friend and committee member Vic. God whispered to him softly, "It's time to come with Me, you will be free from pain and suffering, it's time for you to rest."

'Sleep in heavenly peace' dear friend Our deepest sympathy to his sisters and families.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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RAPPAL. The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for Mrs Magdalena Rappal will be held at Gippsland Memorial Park Crematorium Chapel, Cemetery Rd, Traralgon, on WEDNESDAY (21 April 2021) commencing at 11am.

MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON TRARALGON 5174 2258 Place your tribute on latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au

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BASZCZUK, Bill.

12/4/1953 - 13/4/2020.

It's been 1 year.

To hear your voice, to see your smile, To sit and talk with you a while, To be together in the same old way, Would be our dearest wish today.

Loved husband of Barb, father of Scotty, father-inlaw of Jess, grandad to Austin, Archie and Mila.

STANYER, Victor Maxwell.

Passed away peacefully at Traralgon Aged Care on 9 April 2021. Aged 76. CORTI, Lou. Remembering you always, 14/4/2008. the help you gave me and A happy smile, things we have done A heart of gold, together over the years. The very best this world You were a part of the could hold. family, miss you. Lots of A great dad, kind and love from long time friend true, Mavis and family.

Gone from our touch, Sleep Peacefully but never our hearts.

WILSON (née Murphy), Your loving family.

Vivienne.

We are so saddened and shocked to say goodbye.

ROMANO, Sebastiano We will remember your 26/10/1925 - 17/4/1995 smile and zest for life.

Always in our hearts Nic and Max are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sister-in-law to Alan and Anne-Maree, aunty to Luis, Jude, Rafael (dec.), Francis and Isaac.

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CASEY. The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for Mrs Beryl Eileen Casey will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 6 Ollerton Avenue Moe TUESDAY (20 April 2021) at 11am.

This Service will be livestreamed, to view the livestream please visit: latrobevalley funerals.com.au and click on livestreaming.

MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON MOE 5126 1111 Place your tribute on latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au

MONACELLA. Requiem Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Mrs Ave (Mary) Monacella will be offered at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Commercial Rd Morwell TOMORROW (Friday, 16 April 2021) commencing at 2pm.

At the conclusion of Mass the Funeral will proceed to the Hazelwood Cemetery.

Rosary will be recited at the above Church THIS EVENING Thursday (15 April 2021) commencing at 7.30pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Gippsland Cancer Care would be appreciated, envelopes at the service.

This Service will also be livestreamed, to view the livestream, please visit: latrobevalley funerals.com.au go to funeral notices and click on Mary's notice for further instructions.

MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON MORWELL 5134 4937 Place your tribute on latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au

Sebastiano, Dad, Another year goes by without you, Another day to reminisce, About all the times we shared together, And everything we miss.

Flowers by your graveside, Photos in a frame, We still feel you all around us, But nothing feels the same.

If we could see you for a minute, We know what we would do, We'd freeze that moment in a heartbeat, So we could stay with you.

Love always, your wife Sebastiana, children and grandchildren.

SYMONS, Mardi (Margaret).

15/4/2020.

Greatly missed and always remembered Gordon, Andrew, Greg and families.

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DI SIPIO, Alfio.

Alfio's family wish to sincerely thank all family and friends for their words of comfort, cards, flowers, love and support on the sad loss of Alfio. Please accept this as our personal thank you.

O'REILLY May. Our family would like to express our sincere thanks to our friends and extended family for your kind thoughts, messages, flowers and actions since the loss of our dear Mum, May. Your ongoing friendship and support is so appreciated.

Funeral Directors

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FUNERAL SERVICES WE ARE NOW ABLE TO LIVESTREAM ALL OF OUR FUNERALS IF REQUIRED The majority of our staff have not only been born here in Latrobe Valley but are 2nd or 3rd generation Latrobe Valley locals - for example, John Galbraith’s great grandparents were here from the early 1920’s and his own children have grown up here as well.

As locals, we feel we can help your loved ones in their time of need.

Local people, Looking after, Local people Due to COVID-19 we can have approx. 100 people attend your loved one’s funeral

Contact one of our friendly consultants or visit our website for more details

MOE 5126 1111 MORWELL 5134 4937 TRARALGON 5174 2258

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SCOREBOARD GOLF CHURCHILL AND MONASH

Stroke, Saturday,April 10.

A grade: B Barnes 82 (11) 71. B grade: G Spowart (23) 92 69. C grade: C Qaring 93 (25) 68. Scratch winner: B Barnes 82. Runners-up: M Wright, B King Pumpkin, N Sparks 57 6. DTL: R Sands 69; T Lio, R Zomer 70; D Taylor, T Sterrick, J Mc Cafferty, P Flanigan 71. NTP: 5th S Sanders, 14th R King.

Birdies: 3rd M Dear, 14th R King, 14th M Soppe.

Stableford,Tuesday, April 13.

Winner: M McConville 33pts. DTL: L Brent 32pts. NTP: 3rd M McQuillen, 5th S Caldwell, 12th M Ryan, 14th M McConville. April monthly medal: S Wood 66.

MIRBOO NORTH

Stableford,Thursday, 8.

A grade: J Woodall (9) 37pts. B grade: J Kus (16) 40pts. DTL: R Matthews 36pts, G Shandley 35pts, J McFarlane 34pts, M Payne 33pts on c/b. Pro pin: N Whitelaw. Birdies: 6th S Beitz, T Whitelaw, S Bruce; 13th, R Matthews, D Woodall; 16th J McFarlane.

Stableford, Saturday,April 10.

A grade: S McInnes (5) 35pts on c/b.

B grade: N Bracecamp (19) 38pts.

DTL: S Duff, T Whitelaw, D Evans 35pts; N Whichello 34pts. NTP: 4th R Jenkins, 6th J Kus, 13th C Bracecamp, 16th R Matthews. Birdies: 16th T Whitelaw, N Whitelaw.

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We bring 25 years experience to families in Traralgon, Morwell, Churchill, Moe, Trafalgar and surrounding areas.

THE CHOICE IS YOURS Practical, sensible and affordable.

We offer both at-need and pre-paid funerals.

Dignity and respect. Always.

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What can you do when words are not enough?

When you lose someone close to you, it can be hard to put your thoughts and feelings into words A personal message in the Latrobe Valley Express can say so much For friendly advice on how to place your message contact

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Nine hole stableford, Sunday,April 4.

Winner: R Mitchell (17) 16 on c/b.

DTL: J Woznica 16.

Easter stableford, Monday,April 5.

Winner: M Donaldson (12) 38. DTL: J Beutin, M Cropley 36.

Vet’s ambrose,Tuesday,April 6.

Winners: J Lee, J Woznica, R Boskma, J Harber 22. Runners-up: R Madden, J Vicic, M Noppert 225⁄6.

Women’s monthly medal stroke, Wednesday,April 7.

Div 1 (medal): S Tate (25) 71. Div 2: C O’Reilly (27) 75. DTL: K Middlemiss 73; A Hay, L Weaver 76. NTP: 4th A Williams, 8th J Robertson, 14th A Hay. Count putts: A Mitchell 28, B Beath 32 on c/b. Nine hole comp: A Griggs (54) 12. Target hole: 2nd shot - K Middlemiss. Round 2 - silver spoon J Robertson.

Stableford,Thursday,April 8.

A grade: R Dent (7) 38. B grade: J Bassman (14) 40 on c/b. C grade: T Wolski (20) 39. NTP: 4th R Dent, 8th S Reynolds, 14th W Boase. Birdies: 4th K Moore, D Sutton, R Dent; 8th L Van Der Muelen, B Mead; 14th S Nyko, C Porto. DTL: P Chapple 39; P Buckman 40; B Connelly, S Nyko, M Papettas 38; B Harland 37; S Backman, E Beveridge, E Lau, W Boase, W Hiriaki, L Van Der Muelen, L Weir 36. Eagles: 12th K Moore.

Women’s stableford, Saturday,April 10.

Winner: B Wallis (38) 31 on c/b.

Men’s stableford, Saturday,April 10.

A grade: M Donaldson (11) 37. B grade: V Powell (20) 35. NTP: 4th L Stansbury, 8th S Cunningham, 14th A Pickard. Birdies: 8th M Donaldson, S Cunningham, K Jennings; 14th B Forte, A Pickard. DTL: A Bassman, W Yeomans 36; J Bassman, B Forte 35; P Spiteri, C Hancock, J Pisa 34; T Donnison, K Ayton 33.

MORWELL WOMEN

Stroke Medal,April 7.

Medal winner: J King 72nett. DTL: S Karleusa 73 nett. NTP: 2nd C Carder, 8th C Carder, 11th J King, 15th J King.

Birdies: J King 11th. Count putts: C Carder 30 on c/b.

TRAFALGAR

Open men’s & women’s stableford, Friday,April 9.

A grade: R Somerville 40pts. B grade: K Barnes 38pts. DTL: P Grima 39; G Vassett, B Wallace 38; B Baldry, P Buckman, N Blake 36; A Matters 35 on c/b. Birdies: 2nd G Jansen; 5th P Grima, N Cornish, S Titford; 11th G Vassett; 13th A Matters, F Hyett.

Monthly medal stroke, Saturday, April 10.

Medal winner: B Crawford 66 nett on c/b. A grade: M Lewis 66 nett. B grade: B Crawford 66 nett. Scratch winner: J Tabuteau 80 gross on c/b. DTL: A Kerekes, P Walsh 69; P Moss, J Tabuteau, T Gray, P Fogarty 73; V Noy, D Sheehan, I Charge 74. NTP: 2nd M Lewis, 5th R Daly, 11th H McNair, 13th P Moss, 15th R Boon. Birdies: 5th R Daly; 11th M Hiriart, H McNair, P Moss, M Lewis.

TRAFALGAR SENIORS

Stableford (28 players),Tuesday, April 6.

Winner: I Outhred 22. Runner-up: T

Price 21. DTL: S DeVries, R Williams, C Griffin, M Pugliese 20; R Davie 19 on c/b. NTP: R DeVries. Bradman’s: J Dinsdale.

Stroke/monthly medal (59 players), Thursday,April 8.

Women’s winner: J Griffin 30nett.

Runner-up: K Swingler 31. Scratch: C Deppeler 43. DTL: K MacGregor, S Williams, S Balfour, L Powell 33. NTP: M Grant. Par three event: C Deppeler & K MacGregor. Bradman’s: P Harris.

Men’s winner: M Taylor 30nett.

Runner-up: R Davie 31. Scratch: R Williams 40. DTL: I Grant, G Pickburn, G Coulter, R Balfour 32; A Cunningham, P Cooke 33; G Grant, N Mether 35 on c/b. NTP: F Kiss.

Par three event: T Price, N Mether.

Bradman’s: L Snowball.

TRARALGON

Men’s stableford (131 players), Tuesday,April 6.

A grade: M Reynolds 7 38. B grade: D Van Heerewarden 15 38. C grade: G O’Brien 18 37. D grade: R White 24 39.

DTL: 37 R Van Poppel, P Hildebrand, A Matters, D Wight, I Fleming; 36 T Northe, J Cameron, P Denhouting, J Fenech, A Axford; 35 C Couling, R Smith, A Nikolajew, K Moore, W Radford, J Hagart; 34 D Henderson, G Couling, T Radford, J Mooney, J Savige, R Paterson.

Men’s stableford (141 players), Saturday,April 10.

A grade: R Elliott 10 36. B grade: K Ashford 13 38. C grade: G Bell 17 39.

D grade: M Jones 26 41.

DTL: 38 J Garlick; 36 B Woszczeiko, G Bland; 35 R Cutler, J Cameron, B Johnson; 34 T Mudita, P Clark, R Smith, M Sutton, S Price, M Membrey, B Fromberg, C Pollard; 33 J Swenson, K Garlick, J Mooney, K Jones, L Withers, R Waanders, D Henderson, D Tunevski; 32 G Thomas, S Kay. YALLOURN WOMEN

Monthly medal.

Winner: L Carter 88-20=68. DTL: D Hall 110-41=69, S Caldow 104-32=72 on c/b. Count putts: L Carter 26.

FOOTBALL GIPPSLAND LEAGUE

Fourths - round 1.

Moe 4.2 5.2 7.2 11.8 (74) Morwell 0.1 2.1 2.1 2.6 (18) Moe - Goals: A Wanigavitharana 4, C Nash 3, M Gelagotis 2, B Wilson, L Roe. Best: B Wilson, M Gelagotis, L Weir, A Styles, C Nash, L Mcgrath.

Morwell - Goals: T Shankland, N Page. Best: C Seymour, L Effenberg, Z Cheffers, C Campbell, J Hodges, J Kirk.

Traralgon 5.3 9.6 17.9 24.13 (157) Leongatha 0.0 1.0 1.2 1.2 (8) Traralgon - Goals: F Watts 3, H Carman 3, J Rickard 3, T Anderson 3, C Millar 2, C Scandrett 2, R Guiney 2, J Hamilton, C Brown, J Macumber, W Brent, M Maaka, C Booth. Best: C Millar, T Anderson, B Kennedy, J Rickard, C Brown, R Guiney.

Leongatha - Goals: R Reardon. Best: B Grabham, C Quaife, T McRae, T Harris, W Brown, S Borg.

Warragul 2.2 4.4 9.5 12.13 (85) Bairnsdale 0.2 0.2 1.2 1.2 (8) Warragul - Goals: J Alger 4, P Ireland 4, L Finnegan 2, H Jinks, S Cannon.

Best: L Ward, T Gowans, P Carpenter, J Alger, L Garner, P Ireland Bairnsdale - Goals: N Somerville.

Best: N Somerville, C Mann, S Zizman, J Frith, T Hammond, F Boag.

Wonthaggi 0.4 1.7 2.8 3.9 (27) Drouin 2.1 6.2 10.6 13.9 (87) Wonthaggi - Goals: P Heatley 2, J Harvey. Best: M Chisholm, Z Mabilia, T Walker, H Howell, B Ransom. Drouin - Goals: L Braybon 3, S Amoroso 2, C Harrison 2, T Goswell 2, N LaFrantz, C Caddy, A Fleming, P Saddington. Best: L Braybon, T Goswell, J Pinkerton, J Virtue, W Bethune.

Sale 0.1 0.2 0.4 0.4 (4) Maffra 2.1 4.3 7.4 7.6 (48) Sale. Best: L Sketcher, M Annear, C Barnett, B Pearce, Z Waixel, C Wilson Maffra - Goals: J Allman 2, W Ross, M Stobie, N Christy, N Szabatura, B Tohara. Best: J Killoran, M Stobie, A Wright, J Boyd, J Diamond, Z Felsbourg Ladders round 1.

FOURTHS TRARALGON MAFFRA WARRAGUL MOE DROUIN WONTHAGGI MORWELL BAIRNSDALE SALE LEONGATHA

PW 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0

L 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1

D % PTS 0 1962.50 4 0 1200.00 4 0 1062.50 4 0 411.11 4 0 322.22 4 0 31.03 0 0 24.32 0 0 9.41 0 0 8.33 0 0 5.10 0

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SOCCER LVSL

By LAURIE WILLIAMS

performances from players across the park with the pick being Luke Bathgate, Nick Fogarty and Tanner Pyle.

ROUND 4 saw two tightly-contested derby games, with Moe United holding bragging rights thanks to a solitary goal win over crosstown rivals Newborough/Yallourn and Falcons securing the spoils in the Morwell derby.

Traralgon City upset Monash, Pegasus left it late against Churchill while Olympians opened their account with a convincing win over Sale.

SALE joined Fortuna on top of the table defeating Olympians/Tyers 5-0, Fortuna won 5-0 over Falcons, Newborough/Yallourn United remained unbeaten with a 3-2 winner over East Gippsland and Monash amassed a big tally with a 9-0 victory over Churchill.

WOMEN’S

ROUND 5 PREVIEW FALCONS V CHURCHILL (SATURDAY, 7PM)

FALCONS V FORTUNA

FALCONS retained the Italian-Australian Club Cup for a 6th straight year with a 2-1 win over Fortuna on Saturday night.

Despite the inclement weather, a large crowd turned out to witness a gruelling physical contest against two sides that are the fiercest of rivals.

With Fortuna looking for its first win of the season, they needed to start positively but alas, it was the opposite that eventuated with Falcons hitting the front at the 13 minute mark.

Things went from bad to worse for the Orangemen as three minutes later Falcons had doubled their lead with a superbly taken free kick from young gun Ryan McAuley.

Fortuna slowly started to work their way back into the contest and were denied their first score of the evening when an attempt on goal was cleared off the line.

Trailing 2-0 at the break, Fortuna kept putting on the pressure and an hour into the match clawed back a much need goal which gave them some hope through former Falcons striker Jesse Kennedy.

A second goal line clearance and some resolute defending from the home side ensured the Falcons made it three wins from four to continue their recent run of good form while Fortuna are still searching for their first win of the season.

TRARALGON CITY V MONASH

TRARALGON City chalked up their 49th win over league leaders Monash in what was a surprise result as Monash were favourites going into the match following an unbeaten start to the season.

City were fired up to put on a show under their new lights but it was the Wolves who drew first blood scoring on the 12th minute from Chad Shelley, but the Roosters fought back to equalise the match only three minutes later.

Traralgon City then hit the front at 22 minutes and hung onto a 2-1 lead up to half-time.

Monash pushed hard in the second-half and were rewarded when James McHallam goaled to equalise 11 minutes into the half.

The pressure was on both sides with Traralgon able to handle the circumstances better than Monash.

City were finally rewarded as they broke through the Monash defence to score the winner at 78 minutes which carried them to a 3-2 victory.

SALE V OLYMPIANS

OLYMPIANS broke their drought with a big win over Sale which featured eight goals, seven coming in a frenzied second half.

Olympians, after a two week lay-off, were keen to get back on the park to register their first win of the season.

Conditions were unstable with a cold wind making play difficult.

Olympians got going twenty minutes in and held that score until the break.

Sale defended well, but couldn’t impact the scorecard for love nor money.

Olympians owned the game in the second half and jumped out to a 4-0 lead midway through the second-half, all but sealing the contest.

Sale did hit back with a token goal at the 78th minute, but Olympians were equal to the task and followed up with their fifth only a minute later.

IT’S Churchill’s turn to face Falcons under lights on Saturday night.

The Rams are currently 0-3 and yet to score any goals and their task will not get any easier as they meet the Falcons who are third on equal points with Moe and Traralgon City.

It’s been a trying time for the Rams as they rebuild their squad while Falcons have been cruising so far with three wins and one loss.

Played: 40, Churchill 21, Falcons 15, drawn 4.

NEWBOROUGH/YALLOURN V OLYMPIANS (SUNDAY, 3PM)

Star man: Jamie Pistrin has been a leading light in attack for Falcons this season. He is the league’s equal leading scorer with Jake Budija (Traralgon City) on six goals. photograph supplied

A further goal only a few minutes later took the blowout to 6-1, but Sale mustered one final surge to score their second with two minutes to play.

CHURCHILL V PEGASUS

PEGASUS had to wait until the 93rd minute mark before beating Churchill in a game once again marred by the challenging conditions.

After a bright start to the season Pegasus were looking to get back into the winners circle after losing against fellow Morwell side Falcons 2000 and were expected to do so easily but Churchill, true to their history and culture made them work extremely hard.

After going for most of the match without scoring Pegasus got the winner through Nelson Tombra three minutes into extra time to break the Rams’ spirit.

A draw would have been a fitting result as both teams strived hard without luck.

Churchill have yet to score any goals so far, but went close against the Horsemen.

It was Pegasus’s first win over Churchill since coming back into the LVSL in 2014.

MOE V NEWBOROUGH/YALLOURN

THE second derby game of the round saw Moe gain revenge over rivals Newborough/ Yallourn in a tough contest befitting the fixture’s history.

The Devils are somewhat of a surprise packet in season 2021, but with Lee Dastey back at the helm the side are playing attractive football and are still unbeaten.

A solitary strike from Nick Fogarty ensured a win just before half-time.

A hard volley by Fogarty cleared a congested goal square and beat Damian Gilbert to put the Devils one up.

NYU tried to get back into the match but Moe closed up shop and held Newborough/ Yallourn at bay.

Veteran Moe keeper Peter Albanese kept his cool under pressure with some excellent reflex saves.

Moe now head the table on goal difference with three from three with Traralgon City and Falcons both on nine points.

Moe had several outstanding

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ROUND 4 Falcons 2 (R McAuley 13, L Risdon og 18) defeated Fortuna 1 (J Kennedy 60);Traralgon City 3 (A Leckey 15, J Budija 23,T Nguyen 78) defeated Monash 2 (C Shelley 38, J McHallam 56); Sale United 2 (J Richardson 78, 84) lost to Olympians 6 (D Cooper 20, 58, J Steele 63, S Ieradi 66, G Fkiaras 79, 86); Churchill United 0 lost to Morwell Pegasus 1 (N Tombra 93); Moe United 1 (N Fogarty 39) defeated Newborough/Yallourn United 0.

RESERVES

Falcons 0 lost to Fortuna 3,Traralgon City 2 lost to Monash 3, Sale

IN the rematch of the 2019 grand final, Newborough/Yallourn will host Olympians.

NYU finished the 2019 season as league champions, but were beaten by Olympians for the premiership.

Olympians managed to bounce back to some form breaking the ice last week over Sale, while Newborough/Yallourn suffered their second defeat going down to crosstown rivals Moe. Played: 44, Olympians 22, Newborough/ Yallourn 11, drawn 11.

FORTUNA V TRARALGON CITY (SUNDAY, 3PM)

COMPETITIVE games have been held in the past by these two great clubs Fortuna and Traralgon City with no love lost between the two.

Fortuna hold the edge on winning matches, but Traralgon City are very competitive against the Lions.

Traralgon City will be buoyed over their win against Monash last week and should give Fortuna a hard time.

The Lions have yet to win a match so far, but to their credit have three drawn matches to their tally.

They will be hoping for a winning score this time round, but Traralgon City are a smart team and will be out to cause another upset.

Played: 111, Fortuna 57, Traralgon City 32, drawn 22.

PEGASUS V MOE (SUNDAY, 3PM)

UNDEFEATED Moe travel to Pegasus to face the Horsemen, who are building up a solid reputation with a competitive season so far.

Moe have been travelling well to lead the table, but it is early days yet.

Over the years these two have met 70 times with both recording 30 wins each so it will be interesting to see who will break the deadlock.

Moe go in as favourites, but can’t afford to allow Pegasus any breaks.

Moe have won the last six matches against Pegasus.

Played: 70, Moe 30, Pegasus 30, drawn 10.

EAST GIPPSLAND V SALE (SUNDAY, 3PM)

EAST Gippsland have a big chance of beating Sale for the first time.

The Eagles will be fresh after a week’s rest and have been impressive in their previous matches.

Sale with only one win so far will be expected to take the points, but East Gippsland will be a lot tougher at home and are tipped to give Sale a torrid time.

Played: 8 Sale 7, East Gippsland 0. Drawn 1.

United 2 defeated Olympians 1, Churchill United 2 defeated Morwell Pegasus 0, Moe United 3 defeated Newborough/Yallourn United 1.

WOMEN

Falcons 0 lost to Fortuna 5, Churchill United 0 lost to Monash 9, Sale United 5 defeated Olympians/Tyers 0, East Gippsland 2 lost to Newborough/Yallourn United 3.

2ND DIVISION

Falcons 4 lost to Fortuna 8,Traralgon City 2 lost to Monash 3, Sale United 0 lost to Tyers 4, Moe United 17 defeated Newborough/Yallourn United 0.

Fo u r Q u a r t e r s

with Liam Durkin and Zac Standish On the ball Express reporters Zac Standish and Liam Durkin run the rule over the past week in footy.

ZS: Last Saturday was the first time most people played footy for the season across Gippsland, how did you find it?

LD: It just felt refreshing that normal service resumed. There is a fair bit that is packed into a day of country footy that goes beyond just the games, it’s the familiar faces in the canteen, at the gate and behind the bar that make it what it is. Then there are the little things like music blaring in the warm up, the sound of strapping tape being ripped, and of course, shower beers. Speaking to a few guys on the weekend who have recently retired they all said they don’t necessarily miss the playing, training and recovery side but they do miss the camaraderie. Did you have a kick?

Pulsating: Hill End player Dylan Keyhoe during the epic 2019 Mid Gippsland preliminary final.

file photograph

The greatest Houdini acts COMEBACK was the word most associated with the return to football last weekend, as virtually every player that took to the field made a comeback of sorts following the year off.

Taking on the comeback theme for this week’s Four Quarters, we take a look at some of the best come-from-behind victories local teams have had in recent years.

1. Wonthaggi Power, Gippsland League senior preliminary final 2014 IN a match that may well go down as the greatest in the history of Gippsland football, the Power found themselves 45 points adrift at three quarter time of the 2014 Gippsland League preliminary final.

Wonthaggi trailed Sale 13.10 (88) to 6.7 (43) before a truly astonishing 30 minutes of football saw the Power slam on 7.5 to no score in the last quarter.

The two point win sent Wonthaggi into their first grand final as a merged entity, and also created a record for the biggest comeback in a Gippsland League final.

The winning goal came from Michael Kelly on the edge of the 50. The small forward seemed to mark the ball, but was called to play on, and while he was set upon by Sale defenders, got his kick away and the ball sailed through to put the Power ahead for the first time of the game.

Those in attendance at Ted Summerton Reserve, Moe erupted at that moment in a collective roar of shock as jaws dropped and hands went on top of heads in utter disbelief.

Wonthaggi ruckman Earl Shaw was in no doubt as to where the win ranked in his career.

“It was definitely the best win I have been a part of,” he said.

“All the boys that played that day were lucky enough to be part of something special.

“When the final siren sounded I remember hugging random strangers that had found their way onto the ground, it was such a good feeling.

“Everyone, and I mean everyone, was singing the club song.

“I never felt as though we were out of it, even at three-quarter time the score didn’t reflect our effort.”

Wonthaggi Power 13.12 (90) defeated Sale 13.10 (88).

2. Hill End, Mid Gippsland FL senior preliminary final 2019 AS far as feel-good stories go, it would be hard to go past Hill End’s remarkable run to the 2019 senior Mid Gippsland grand final.

The Hillmen were coming off a three win season the year prior, and had spent more than a decade out of finals action before taking everyone by surprise with a virtual tsunami of momentum during 2019.

As the weeks rolled on and the wins kept chalking up, the commentary of ‘surely they couldn’t’ became louder and louder and then suddenly Hill End was in a preliminary final.

With quite possibly the most neutral support ever seen in local football, the Hillmen overcame a five-goal third quarter deficit to book themselves a place in their first senior grand final in 35 years.

The match saw celebrations normally reserved for a premiership, and even sent grown men

ZS: I did. We got the W which was good. How did you boys go?

LD: Pretty average, will need to turn it around this week. I imagine most clubs would have had a function to celebrate the start of the season, did you?

ZS: Yes we had a function. Did you get up to much?

LD: Stayed in the sheds until stumps and then kicked on. One of our great supporters had his birthday and after the senior game everyone sang him happy birthday. The return of the Saturday night ritual of trawling through league websites checking results and thinking “how did they beat such and such?” and “he only gets a game because his old man is a sponsor” was also welcome.

ZS: Any results catch your eye?

LD: I know the weather was ordinary across the board so it might be hard to gauge but TTU rolling Rosedale was probably the one result that took most people by surprise. I notice Gormandale reserves and thirds also had wins which was good to see. We tend to only focus on the seniors but if the reserves and thirds are competitive it usually means the numbers are there and coming through.

ZS: Was a huge win for TTU considering how much talk had been around Rosedale during preseason. A strong last quarter by Hill End against Foster in Mid Gippsland?

Not over yet: Wonthaggi Power coach Rob Railton’s notes from three quarter time of the 2014 Gippsland League preliminary final. photograph supplied to tears. Hill End player Jimmy Grant was given the best birthday present that day, as his side won by 10 points over Mirboo North at Newborough.

“It was incredible, comfortably the best game I’ve ever been in - the best day of my life,” he said.

“You talk to the boys and none of us realised we were five goals down, we thought we were in it within a goal.

“It had that grand final atmosphere about it, especially playing at Newborough. When the final siren went everyone flooded the ground ... it was awesome.”

Hill End 13.7 (85) defeated Mirboo North 11.9 (75).

3. Gippsland Power, 2019 NAB League round 12 WITH nine of their best players missing due to national championship commitments and 13 bottom-age players on the day, Gippsland Power went into their three quarter time huddle 27 points down against Geelong Falcons.

While a five goal deficit is not insurmountable in ordinary conditions, heavy rain and a fierce wind on this particular day at Shepley Oval, Dandenong meant the margin was the equivalent of something much higher.

The Power had only kicked two goals to three quarter time, and had not even scored in the first quarter.

However, the team found something in the last, and kicked six goals to one to grind out a gutsy four point win.

Current Essendon player Zach Reid kicked the winner, while Adelaide rising star Sam Berry was best afield with three majors.

Reflecting after the game, Gippsland Power coach Rhett McLennan told his players

when they are old men with grey beards and remembering the ‘good old days’ that they will always remember this performance and their contribution to it.

Gippsland Power 8.5 (53) defeated Geelong Falcons 7.7 (49).

4. Newborough, Mid Gippsland FL thirds preliminary final 2010 THE Bulldogs were staring their fate in the face at half-time of the preliminary final against Mirboo North, as at half time the scoreboard read 7.2 (44) to 1.6 (12).

Newborough kept the Tigers goalless in the third term, but could still only cut the margin from 32 to 26 points heading into the last.

Considering the often low scoring nature of underage finals, and the fact there is no time on, it appeared all but certain Mirboo North would be able to keep their opponents at bay, or at the very least, kill enough time to ensure victory.

However, in the last quarter, the Bulldogs gained momentum and kicked five goals to one to win by two points.

Jake Munro kicked the winner in front of the coaches’ box at Morwell East, sending the Newborough faithful into raptures.

The Bulldogs went on to win the premiership the following week, giving their preliminary final comeback even more significance.

The match was referred to as a ‘reverse Mirboo North’, as traditionally it was the Tigers who won finals from seemingly impossible positions.

Newborough 7.13 (55) defeated Mirboo North 8.5 (53).

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LD: A five-goal win away from home against a reigning premier would have made for an enjoyable trip back. There will be plenty of interest in how the old Alberton clubs fare in their new home this season.

ZS: A great story to come out of the week with Sale captain Jordan Dessent back playing.

LD: It was fantastic to see. He’s overcome a lot to get back out there. One of the nicest guys you will ever meet as well.

ZS: And a few slightly humorous side stories as well?

LD: Newborough reserves coach Jack Brincat technically made it consecutive wins. He coached Gormandale to their only win in the last round of 2019 and then had a win with Newborough on the weekend. Poor Jodi Galea had a foot in both camps at the Moe versus Morwell game with her son playing for Morwell and daughter playing netball for Moe. ZS: Heading into this week, Sale midfielder Kane Martin is set to play his 200th senior game. Have you seen a better player in Gippsland football than him?

LD: He’s the best player that I’ve ever seen in my time watching local footy. Penetrating left footer who wins his own ball, and he’s kicked nearly 300 goals as well which is absolutely off the charts for a midfielder in the Gippsland League.

ZS: We could debate all day about who the greatest footballers are, which is good because if we all agreed there would be nothing to talk about. Enjoy the games this Saturday and see you next week.

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Flying early: Morwell East will look to build on an emphatic Round 1 win against Newborough when they host Yinnar in one of the showcase games of Mid Gippsland footy on Saturday.

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Hawks, Pies in showpiece contest

FOOTBALL MID GIPPSLAND

MORWELL EAST V YINNAR

THIS clash is the only of the round where both teams are coming off a win, and the two sides will be keen to keep their winning record intact.

Morwell East got it done against Newborough last week but took a while to shake the Bulldogs off, while Yinnar got it done against Thorpdale but also took their time in stamping their authority on the game.

The Hawks at home will be keen to make the environment as uncomfortable as possible for the Magpies both on and off the field, where it’s anticipated there will be a strong local crowd for their first home game of the year.

Yinnar was tested with limited rotations last week after losing a couple of soldiers early on, but will need to have their full artillery this week.

Hawks coach Devon Soutar has the advantage of a couple of seasons under his belt learning and teaching his squad, while Yinnar coach Daniel Taylor is still familiarising himself with what he has at hand, and that may well be the difference at the end of the game.

MIRBOO NORTH V NEWBOROUGH

MIRBOO North have their sights set on far greater goals than Newborough this season, but for where they want to go, winning this game is another important step.

Tigers coach Josh Taylor is happy to lead his side on the field, and this year he has surrounded

himself with some carefully selected talent that he believes will help take them all the way to the last game of the season.

That might seem like a long way off now, but good sides start those plans months ago.

The Bulldogs were overrun by a better side in Morwell East last week and unfortunately that is expected to be the scenario once more, with the visitors likely to be competitive early before their lack of depth is exposed by a pretty formidable team.

There will be no shame in a loss, but there will be if the performance falls below Newborough coach Peter Ainsworth’s expectations.

HILL END V BOOLARRA

HILL END will go into this clash red hot favourites and rightly so, after their performance to win away from home against a quality opposition in Foster last week was full of merit for a number of reasons.

Firstly, coach Mike Santo had deliberately played just the one practice match leading into the season proper, and secondly, the Rovers still have a handful of first choice players on the sideline ready to come back in.

Boolarra on the other hand did what they have done for a couple of seasons in their match against Mirboo North, teasing their supporters with a quarter or two of competitive football before raising the white flag far too early.

The Demons have some talent, but unless it is coupled with a real will to win, not much will be changing from this season to the last.

Hill End will almost certainly be prepared for a fight of some sort from their visitors on the weekend, and will be hoping as the game unfolds

they will claim more and more control until they totally dominate and race to a comfortable victory.

MDU V THORPDALE

IN what will be the second clash between a MGFNL side and a former Alberton FNL club, MDU will be keen to ‘own’ their home ground against the visiting Blues.

The Demons pleased their coach Peter Harris with their pressure around the ball in their first up match against Toora, however Thorpdale coach Ray Pickering was equally as pleased with his team’s performance, the difference between the two being that MDU did it for four quarters and the Blues for three.

It seems however that the Blues have a game plan and that the players understand what is required, with fitness in the first round a major obstacle in them giving 100 per cent for the entirety of the match. Whether one round has them where they need to be is doubtful, but any improvement will be welcome for the Blue’s faithful.

TARWIN V STONY CREEK

IT would be expected Stony Creek used their round one bye as an opportunity to scout what Tarwin had to offer ahead of this weekend’s match.

The Lions have lost quite a few from the 2019 grand final loss, but that has paved the way for some local talent to seize their opportunity.

Coach Jay Acardi is aware that the first handful of rounds will give him an indication of just what he has to work with and what fortunes might lay ahead for the club.

Tarwin coach Mark Garnham would have been

disappointed in the Sharks first up effort against Fish Creek, and the question is can it be turned around in the space of seven days?

Looking for positives, Tarwin do have a game under their belt and do find themselves on their home ground for the second week in a row, but that being said, Stony Creek are the expected winners of this match.

TOORA V FISH CREEK.

FISH Creek flexed their muscle in the opening round with the easiest of wins over Tarwin, and it’s expected that Toora might well receive the same treatment this week.

The Kangaroos were relentless, winning much of the ball from the middle and giving their forwards plenty of opportunities.

Toora are understanding of just where they sit and the improvement that’s needed after a loss to MDU, but that improvement will need to be fast tracked by coach Luke Manders if the Magpies are going to taste victory more times than not this season.

It seems that the MGFNL is to provide many more challenges for all teams involved than they’ve experienced in the past, and the quest to make finals will be much more difficult inside a 13 team competition, so wins even so early in the season are like gold and as such should be fought for now with a view they can be cashed when the business end of the year arrives.

Fish Creek will put another win in the bank this week, while Toora will be made to wait in line a little longer.

Foster has the bye.

Yallourn Yallourn North to welcome Churchill FOOTBALL NORTH GIPPSLAND

By SCOTT BERECHREE

ROUND 2 of the North Gippsland FootballNetball League sees reigning premier Churchill start their 2021 campaign in somewhat unusual circumstances.

The Cougars, who had the bye in Round 1, make the trek to George Bates Reserve to take on league newcomer Yallourn Yallourn North which in itself is not too odd, what is however, is the fact YYN will use the opportunity of their first home game since winning the 2019 Mid Gippsland FNL grand final to unfurl their premiership flag, which means the NGFNL’s reigning premier will watch on as another side unfurls a premiership flag - surely a first.

Although it is great to acknowledge past successes, it will be the game ahead on the minds of participants while the ceremonies are taking place.

YYN V CHURCHILL

CHURCHILL will be fully aware of the threat YYN pose, having announced themselves to the NGFNL on Good Friday with a fantastic win over perennial powerhouse Yarram.

The stars of that win were the evergreen Dean MacDonald who helped himself to a bag of eight and young gun Mitchell Luck. Churchill will likely give Jordan Kennedy the task of blanketing MacDonald with a couple of options in Bailey Flannigan and new recruit Chris Wangman also tipped to have the job on Luck when he plays forward.

At the other end YYN will need to put the clamps on Ben Kearns, who starred in a recent practice match and Churchill coach Chris Williams, who spent a lot more time forward than in the midfield in the 2019 season. Both have serious speed and

will be looking to chalk up win number one for their 2021 campaign come Saturday. Usual suspects Frazar Brouns and Dale Fleming headed the goalkickers list last week with a pair of majors each.

The Blues will need to find a dozen or so majors to get the points this week so it will be interesting to see if they isolate Brouns deep forward to try and kick a bag or they could also look to spread the load.

are strong one-on-one making them hard to stop.

Given that each also work for the other to create space and opportunity the game should be a fast paced, high scoring affair.

The midfield battle will see the one-two punch of Nathan McRae and Dillon Leys in the ruck for Churchill trying to feed their on-ball brigade of Kurt Holt, new recruit Michael Diaz and the smooth moving Nick Celimna. Key to the home side’s chances will be negating that ruck influence and allowing boom recruit Mannon Johnston, coach Barrie Burnett and the ever-reliable Campbell MacInnes to get the ball out of the middle and heading in their direction.

With both a run under their belt and home grown advantage it would take a brave person to tip against the Bombers going two from two.

COWWARR V WOODSIDE

TTU V HEYFIELD

THE two big winners of last weekend meet in what will be a hugely entertaining clash at the Tyers Recreation Reserve. Heyfield overcame a persistent Cowwarr, slamming home the last four goals of the game while keeping their opponents to a single point after the last change, while TTU nabbed a seven-point away win over the highly fancied Rosedale.

The withdrawal of Tim Aitken from the selected side meant TTU would need a spread of contributors on the goalkickers list and that is exactly what they got. Best on ground Mitch Mustoe grabbed one for himself with several other midfielders contributing to the 10 Bomber majors. Heyfield too spread the load with four players bagging a pair of goals apiece including young gun Liam Heasley.

In what promises to be a ripping contest between two very evenly matched sides, trying to tip the winner would be nothing more than a guess. A draw could well and truly be on the cards.

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Leading light: Churchill’s Kurt Holt will be among the key men for the Cougars in Saturday’s blockbuster clash against Yallourn Yallourn North. file photograph SALE CITY V ROSEDALE

AN inaccurate Sale City provided new coach Shane Fyfe a first up win last week, but will undoubtedly find things a little tougher this week when they welcome Rosedale to The Kennel.A seven-goal opening term set the win up for the Bulldogs, however the next two quarters saw them outscore Gormandale just two goals to one. Fyfe will know his side will need a four quarter performance this week against Rosedale if they are to go back-to-back.

Having kicked away a winning chance by putting 8.13 on the board last week, a fired up Rosedale

COWWARR was only 10 points off Heyfield at three-quarter time of their season opener. With several players succumbing to cramp and the odd injury, the final margin ended up a neat six goals to Heyfield. Generally that form would be considered strong enough to warrant going into their next game, particularly at home, as favourites against a travelling Woodside.

Under their new coach, former TTU mentor Michael Duncan, the 2021 Wildcats might just be a different kettle of fish.Woodside opened their year with 34 scoring shots kicking the second highest score of Round 1. With Kim Kantilla and Chris Witchell sharing eight majors between them, the Wildcats must fancy their chances of returning home on Saturday night with a two-wins, zerolosses record.

GLENGARRY V YARRAM

AFTER what can only be described as a pair of disappointing losses to open their respective seasons, Glengarry and Yarram will be out to even the ledger when they meet this week. After the initial surprise of their loss in Round 1, the Demons have had a fortnight to stew on the defeat and plan for their next match. Rest assured Yarram coach Justin Staley will have his side ready to go this Saturday.

Gormandale has the bye.

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Lions head to Eagles’ nest

FOOTBALL GIPPSLAND LEAGUE

By LIAM DURKIN

Poise: Scott Van Dyk was among the best players for Moe in his side’s win last weekend. The Lions take on Maffra in Round 2 of the Gippsland League. file photograph provide a good contest for the Magpies.

ON Sunday, much interest will surround the clash between Leongatha and Wonthaggi.

The match presents something of a litmus test for the Power, who may see Leongatha as one of the competitions yard sticks.

DROUIN will host Warragul in the traditional

Sunday clash between the neighbouring clubs.

Barring a draw, one team will have its first win on the board by 6pm.

MORWELL and Traralgon will complete Round 2 next Saturday, playing a night match at Morwell for the Anzac Round.

Moe, Maffra meet in Gippy netball

NETBALL GIPPSLAND, NORTH GIPPSLAND AND MID GIPPSLAND

GIPPSLAND League Round 2 netball action sees Moe take on Maffra.

Both teams are coming off wins, and will be out to start the 2021 season with consecutive victories.

There will be a lot of class on show in this match, as the Lions and Eagles have players with Victorian Netball League experience.

Potential matchups in the mid-court between Moe players Georgia and Alex Moody against Maffra pair Emma Allman and Brodie Brunt promise to be hard fought.

In other matches, one of either Bairnsdale or Sale should get their first win of the season on

the board when they play each other, while on Sunday, Leongatha host Wonthaggi and Drouin plays Warragul.

Morwell and Traralgon will get to put their feet up, and should have their players’ fresh for the Anzac weekend feature match next Saturday.

NORTH GIPPSLAND netball will see Yallourn Yallourn North take on Churchill.

It will be the Cougars’ first game for the season, and coach Maddi Burney will want to see her team secure victory.

The Bombers will go into the game coming off a week’s break, and as such, the game should be of high standard.

Elsewhere, Rosedale will want to have another dominate performance when it takes on Sale City, while Traralgon Tyers United and Heyfield will

meet in what is shaping as a close contest. In other matches, Glengarry hosts Yarram and Cowwarr takes on Woodside.

Gormandale has the bye.

MID GIPPSLAND will be headlined by Morwell East and Yinnar going head-to-head.

The two clubs have high ambitions this season, and the match is tipped to go down to the wire.

Hill End and Boolarra will play each other, with the Rovers out to make it consecutive wins.

Thorpdale make the trip to Meeniyan, while Newborough travels to a similar neck of the woods in Mirboo North.

Further south, Tarwin and Stony Creek clash, as do Toora and Fish Creek.

Foster has the bye.

Weather impacts opening day of season

BASEBALL

By ZAC STANDISH

AFTER 18 months of waiting baseball finally returned to the Latrobe Valley last weekend with hundreds of people descending on ball parks across the region.

Whether you are a beginner looking for a new sport or a seasoned veteran wanting to socialise with a new group of people, the game offers something for everyone and promises a good time.

Latrobe Valley Baseball Association publicity officer Renae Steer said excitement levels are at an all-time high heading into the new season.

“A lot of people are really pumped and excited,” Ms Steer said.

“With COVID not allowing us to get a season up last year, everyone is super keen to get out there and just play again.”

She said heading into the 2021 season senior numbers experienced a boost as people look to find ways to get active over the winter sports period.

“Senior numbers are looking very strong which is extremely exciting for us as we get this season underway,” she said.

“Junior numbers on the other hand we are looking for a little more interest, so there is still the chance for people to join our local clubs and we urge as many as possible to give it a go.”

Like all community sports leagues in 2020, the LVBA was hit hard by COVID lockdown restrictions with a senior season unable to get underway.

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“It (COVID-19) definitely put the league and clubs themselves under significant strain,” she said.

“We wanted to focus on juniors and get as many games as possible in, but they only managed three games before Baseball Victoria came in pulled the plug to match with the AFL ruling.”

Following the cancellation of the 2020 season the LVBA put in a mountain of work to ensure they could get the league up and running in 2021.

Ms Steer said there was no better time to get involved with baseball in the Latrobe Valley.

“I call it the hidden sport or hidden gem of the Valley,” she said.

“It needs more recognition in the local area and it is really good for younger generations coming through with more development stages and opportunities to progress your career, “Take local Blake Townsend for example who

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was playing for Traralgon a couple of years ago and then someone from Seattle came over and he is now signed to play over in America with the Mariners, so the game does provide fantastic opportunity for local athletes.”

With one round now in the books, Ms Steer details her ambitions for the remainder of the season.

“I hope to have a complete season to start with,” she said.

“I reckon it will be a very intriguing season this year with 20 rounds which is probably one of the most we have had in the senior fixture, “Moe/Newborough currently have all three shields in A, B and C grade, so all of the other clubs will be eager to get back out there and take the title off the Dodgers.”

Round 2 of the senior season is on Sunday, April 18 while the junior season gets underway on Saturday, May 1.

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MOE will travel to Maffra to headline Round 2 of the Gippsland League.

Sunny conditions are predicted, which coupled with the long and narrow dimensions of the Maffra ground should see plenty of gut running and high rotations from both sides.

THE Lions broke away from a determined Morwell last week, but the challenge of playing Maffra away from home will present a whole different set of hypotheticals for players and coaches to prepare for.

The Eagles will be keen to atone for last week’s performance, where they failed to kick a goal after halftime against Sale.

If ever a team ruthlessly destroys an opposition once they sense a weakness it is Maffra, so Moe will need to ensure the Eagles aren’t given a look in.

Traditionally Maffra prefer to guard space rather than a direct opponent. If this is the case there should be opportunities for Moe to pick their way down the ground, the question will be whether the Lions have the foot skills to execute.

IN the far east, Bairnsdale and Sale will meet.

The Redlegs had a good win on the road against Warragul to start the season, while a physical Sale dismantled Maffra with a strong last quarter.

Bairnsdale at home is traditionally much like the West Coast Eagles in Perth, and should

PETER Mooney became just the 14th person to earn life membership of Latrobe Cricket Club.

M o o n e y, a popular player throughout the Latrobe Valley Cricket District League competition, was honoured for his outstanding service to the Sharks throughout Honour: Peter Mooney was named many decades.

Off the field a life member of the he served as the Latrobe Cricket Club club’s president for during the club’s two seasons, vice- recent presentation president for eight seasons, secretary night. for three seasons, assistant secretary for two seasons, spent many years on the general committee and has also been a junior coach.

He coached Latrobe’s first-ever junior premiership side in 1990/91.

Mooney was awarded best first year player back in 1990/91, is a three-time runner up club champion, was awarded the most determined player in season 2008/09, has 11 batting average awards across the seconds and thirds, won the thirds bowling award in 2004/05 and spent five seasons as the thirds captain.

He has scored more than 10,000 runs, including seven centuries with only 20 ducks along the way and managed to take close to 200 wickets.

Next season the club hopes to see him bring up game 400.

There are no set criteria to become a life member of the Latrobe Cricket Club, but it takes an extraordinary contribution over a prolonged period of time to be considered worthy of the honour.

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