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By MICHELLE SLATER

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Dear Delilah Florist owner Donna Hicks is one of many local small business owners feeling the pinch of the coronavirus pandemic.The state and federal governments this week introduced a raft of restrictions for non-essential businesses as part of its plan to stem the spread of the virus.

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LRH LOCKDOWN

By CHER JIMENEZ

LATROBE Regional Hospital will be in partial lockdown starting 7am today and will close all, but three of its 18 entrances to the public in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

The entrances that will remain open at the Traralgon-based health facility will be the old and new main entrances, and the emergency department.

LRH chief executive Peter Craighead made the announcement following confirmation yesterday from the state’s health department of a second coronavirus case in the Latrobe Valley.

“From Thursday morning at 7am in line with the guidelines of the Chief Health Officer of Victoria, we’ll be implementing very strict visitor and partial lockdown of the hospital,” he said.

Visitors will only be allowed between 2pm-6pm every day, with a maximum of two people able to see each patient.

Each visitor can only stay for a maximum of two hours.

Mr Craighead said partners or support persons of new mothers in the maternity unit would be allowed for the birth, however the same maximum two-hour visiting hours would apply thereafter.

The hospital will also allow only one parent to provide support for children in the paediatric unit.

Mr Craighead told media yesterday children under the age of 16 were banned from entering the hospital, as well as other visitors coming in to see chemotherapy, dialysis and radiotherapy patients.

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A YALLOURN mine worker has returned a positive test for COVID19 after returning from overseas.

EnergyAustralia Yallourn head Mark Pearson said the worker, who is a part of the Yallourn Mine Alliance group, saw a doctor after recognising his symptoms and is in self-isolation.

“The worker has not been at the work site since their return from overseas and has been very proactive in abiding by self-isolation requirements,” Mr Pearson said.

“The worker is in good spirits and his supervisor remains in contact. It is important his privacy is respected at this time.”

Mr Pearson praised the man for his “quick-thinking and compliance” for following instructions from public health authorities.

“The actions taken have also been shared across our business as an example of what good looks like in prioritising safety and being considerate of others.

“We believe this is a great example of a person taking the situation seriously and doing the right thing.”

Meanwhile, a series of site huts have been installed at Yallourn in preparation for a major outage planned for later this year.

However, the huts have not been established to provide overnight worker accommodation and do not contain beds.

“Planning continues as we consider the implications of COVID-19,” Mr Pearson said.

Mr Pearson said some huts have been placed in the mine to provide additional site offices and worker amenities.

“This is part of our approach to separating the existing teams and being better able to manage any impacts on the workforce from COVID-19,” he said.

“The workforce at Yallourn is aware of how important their work is in supplying the state with electricity.

“They continue to show commitment and determination as we work through the issues of COVID-19 together to ensure we keep delivering that essential service safely.”

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Screeching halt: A woman escaped uninjured after a parking attempt went wrong in Traralgon yesterday. photograph hayley mills

Car versus building

By TESSA RANDELLO

A WOMAN has escaped uninjured after a parking attempt went wrong in Traralgon this afternoon.

The P-plater was pulling up to park outside That Supps Store on Franklin Street at about 1pm when she mounted

the curb and crashed into a pillar at the front of the shop.

Traralgon Acting Sergeant Mark Hrynyszyn said another car was hit in the incident. “A lady was trying to negotiate a car spot and obviously she has failed to do that and has hit the building of Sports Nutrition,� Act Sgt Mark

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Top bloke donates trailer

By MICHELLE SLATER

AN 89-year-old Traralgon pensioner’s dreams of camping and fishing have been renewed with the outpouring of community spirit after heartless crooks swiped his trailer last month.

Beau Bennett said he was “taken aback� after being inundated with offers from locals wishing to help him out by replacing his trailer after it was stolen from his front garden. “It made me humble, this knocked the wind out of me.

There are a few rotters in the world and also a lot of good people,� Mr Bennett said.

Churchill man Max Hansch reached out to Mr Bennett to donate a spare trailer sitting in his shed.

The former truckie said he sympathised with Mr Bennett after he too had a trailer stolen from his driveway while popping into town a few years ago. “It needs a coat of paint and new lights, but it’s better it gets used than sitting in the shed.

It’s going to a good home,� Mr Hansch said.

Mr Bennett had originally saved his pension to purchase a new trailer to deck-out with camping gear to go fishing on the Gippsland Lakes.

He said the trailer was a chance to return to his dream of camping and fishing after 18 years, and he was using the project as an incentive to keep

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His daughter Julie-Anne said her dad was so full of “anticipation and excitement�, he rang her at 6.30 one morning to plan to pick it up. “All the way home from picking it up, dad was brightly planning the colour scheme for

his repaint of the trailer. He has been brighter and more upbeat than he has been in weeks. He’s outside now working on wiring up the braking lights to ensure they function properly,� she said.

Ms Bennett said the donation also forged a new friendship between Mr Hansch and her father, who were both ex-truckies and love to tinker. “In a time when the coronavirus has forced people apart by forcing them to distance themselves from others, those thoughtless trailer thieves have completely unintentionally, but miraculously, drawn people together,� she said.

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The power of music: Morwell Neighbourhood House manager Tracie Lund has created a music playlist designed to uplift the community during trying times. file photograph or a song that meant something to them. The response has been really rich and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s even added songs to my own playlist, some Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never heard before, some classics, some that make you want to get up and move. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some are sad and remind you that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re human. I was just inspired but the way people participated and wanted to share their songs.â&#x20AC;?

The music can be accessed on Spotify by searching for the Morwell NH Community Playlist. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had a couple more songs come in and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve added them, so as people send us songs or contribute weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll add them in,â&#x20AC;?

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m hoping the list gets quite a lot longer and we can engage more people in sharing their personal songs.â&#x20AC;?

The Neighbourhood House is currently working around the clock to cater to a massive spike in demand for services like the food bank and is need of donations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s put so much strain on our services, but on top of that the amount of people weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeing is astounding,â&#x20AC;? Ms Lund said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really desperate for donations, because the need is evolving and increasing every day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If people call ahead weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll meet them at the door, they can drop and we can pick them up.â&#x20AC;?

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The Morwell Neighbourhood House has turned to the power of music and created an online playlist full of uplifting beats to be enjoyed by the community.

The compilation includes happy tracks like When The Going Gets Tough The Tough Get Going, The Beatlesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Here Comes The Sun, and Hold On by Wilson Phillips.

But the idea for a community playlist was spawned during a recent moment of doom and gloom for house manager Tracie Lund. â&#x20AC;&#x153;About a week ago Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d had a pretty bad week and as I was closing things up and shutting down I went for a walk to clear my head,â&#x20AC;? Ms Lund said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was listening to music, trying not to cry, and I realised the music was making me feel better. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It made me think that maybe if we put together a playlist it could make other people feel better and serve as another opportunity for us all to support each other.â&#x20AC;?

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Sewer blockages are becoming a bigger problem across the Valley

GIPPSLAND Water has implored customers to only flush toilet paper following a tripling in sewer blockages in recent weeks.

Managing director Sarah Cumming said other items don’t break down the same way as toilet paper.

“I can’t stress enough that if you’re using other items such as tissues, paper towel or wipes, they must go in the bin,” Ms Cumming said.

Ms Cumming said Gippsland Water sewer blockage call-outs had tripled compared to the same time last year.

“Flushing these items can not only cause blockages in the sewer but also in customers’ internal plumbing adding unnecessary costs for us and our customers,” she said.

“This could mean that the next time you flush the toilet, the wastewater has nowhere to go and comes back up your toilet or spills into your bathroom.

“Whether it affects the wider system or your internal plumbing - flushing non-flushable items can cause messy consequences I think we all want to avoid.”

For more information about what can and can’t be flushed, visit www.gippswater.com. au/residential/help-advice/stop-it-dont-block-it.

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Support region’s growers

By MICHELLE SLATER

MIRBOO North vegetable grower and farm gate vendor Emma Germano is urging the public to appreciate local agriculture and domestic food security amid COVID-19 panic buying.

The Victorian Farmers Federation vice president and VFF Horticulture Group president said there was “no problem with supply” and supermarket shelf shortages were consumer driven.

“The consumers are creating their own problems and shortages. We have the same amount we always had, people are just changing their purchasing habits,” Ms Germano said.

“There’s nothing wrong with wanting to provide for your family, but we don’t want to capitalise on consumer silliness.”

Ms Germano said the situation highlighted the need for policy makers to understand the importance of locally produced food and regional communities.

She encouraged people to consider steering away from the big supermarket duopolies and support smaller local producers.

“We have never suffered food (insecurity) in this country, people don’t appreciate where their food comes from, this is an opportunity to appreciate our excellent food supply in Australia,” Ms Germano said.

“Having two supermarkets who are the gatekeepers of food in this country is not a good thing for food security, but these are the only supply chains many people are going to.”

Ms Germano operates the I Love Farms farm gate shop, selling vegetables from her own property and mixed-lines of local fresh produce.

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Ample for all: Mirboo North vegetable grower Emma Germano is encouraging consumers to appreciate local food producers amid COVID-19 panic purchasing. photograph michelle slater thefts and the more “desperate” outof-towners in the past week.

Ms Germano said I Love Farms was prepared to put aside a box of fresh veggies for people unable to come into the shop, but stressed this was for the most vulnerable people only.

“There’s been a few customers with anxiety, we are telling them to calm

down. We can tell who is a regular customer. We are not restricting, there is no need,” she said.

“Be realistic, if something is not there today, it will be there tomorrow.

This is the time to purchase locally where the money goes straight to the farm.”

Ms Germano said free market

mechanisms of supply and demand had meant price rises in fresh produce, but she said I Love Farms was trying to keep its prices lower than supermarkets.

However, she said consumers who were usually price-driven were now far less price-sensitive and were willing to spend more on usual items.

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New restrictions following National Cabinet meeting

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On Tuesday night, the Prime Minister went through the details of Stage Two restrictions on nonessential venues and activities.

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If you can stay home, you must stay home: Premier Daniel Andrews has told Victorians to observe the Stage Two restrictions introduced at file photograph midnight last night.

- we’ll have people waiting in line for machines to help them breathe.

I know this is stressful and I know this is scary. The measures we already have in place are difficult, and these will be harder again.

I want to reassure you that things like supermarkets, petrol stations, banks, post offices and bottle shops - and a number of other essential services - will be staying open.

But I want to be very clear: the more people ignore the rules and ignore the advice - the more this virus will continue to spread.

There is no social occasion or celebration that’s worth more than a human life. For Victorians that means if you can stay home, you must stay home. We are all being asked to make sacrifices.

Because if we don’t, people will die.

A full list of the Stage One and Two restrictions will be available at coronavirus.vic.gov.au.

Businesses seeking advice about whether they are affected can also call the Business Victoria coronavirus hotline on 132 215.

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NATIONAL Cabinet took another big step on Tuesday night.

I want to tell you why and let you know what we need you to do right now.

The Prime Minister and other first ministers recognised that Victoria is currently grappling with a more imminent threat than most other states - because we have more cases.

Because of this, we agreed states and territories will soon need to take individual measures - because this is moving at a different speed in different places.

I am pleased that National Cabinet has made that decision - and we’ll discuss it further.

We said there would be a Stage Two and that’s what we’re doing today.

But I’ll be up front with you, there will also be a Stage Three.

We need more time to get our health system ready for what’s coming.

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Moose Head Cafe owner Mercedes Pitcher, who has been in business on George Street in Morwell for about 13 months, said there was an air of “doom and gloom” in small business circles.

“I have no idea if I’m going to stay open,” Ms Pitcher said.

“It’s my livelihood, so it’s hard to see if I’m going to stay open or not.

“I’m going to do the whole take away thing and hope for the best.

I’m going to try and try.”

Dear Delilah Florist owner Donna Hicks celebrated the second anniversary of her business in March and admitted she was “confused” about just what the restrictions entailed.

“So yesterday (Sunday) I was under the impression that we’re to close by Tuesday or around that time, but ...

I’m not entirely sure,” Ms Hicks said.

“But then, if you are open then obviously people are going to go out, so then are we doing the right thing?

“I think we will just wait and see what other business around us do because there’s a lot of our foot traffic.

“I understand we can trade with our website and they’re saying we can still do our deliveries because couriers are still working ... so we may keep our online store going.”

Under the state government restrictions essential health and medical services and pharmacies will remain open.

Denture Clinic dental prothesist Steve McRae said, at the moment, it was “business as usual”.

“We’ve already got people booked weeks and weeks ahead of today (Monday), so I guess it’s just whether people stick to their appointments,

that’s the main thing for me,” Mr McRae said.

“Last week we only had three cancellations for the whole week, but I suspect we will probably see more with the weeks to come. It’s just natural.

“Fingers crossed, we’re still getting enquiries and people are still turning up to their appointments.

“For me, at the moment, it’s not as bad as other industries.”

Other small businesses have also reported steady activity or increase in sales despite the shutdown measures.

S&J Cycles owner Shane Dunn, who has been trading in Morwell for 30 years, said he had observed an unseasonal spike in sales.

“At the minute we are flat out busy, we’re going nuts. It’s like Christmas at the minute,” Mr Dunn told The Express.

“I feel like we’re running like butchers and bakers at the moment.We’re in demand, but that could just go stop, just like that.”

But Mr Dunn accepted there would likely be new and more strict restrictions placed on businesses as the government ramps up its attempt to stem the spread of coronavirus.

“With everything retail-wise we should go OK trading. We’re keeping numbers small in the shop, we should be fine, we’re still turning over (a profit) but (if) that changes, what do I do?” Mr Dunn said.

“My kids are knocking off school today ... so what do I do with my kids?

I’ll bring them to work suppose.

“So, is that stage two or stage three that is going to come to us? Buying bikes might be great for us now but in another month it might be null and void.

“How do we stay fit? How do we keep the kids fit now there is no sport? If we get shut down, we get shut down. There is not too much I can do about it.”

Confusion: Dear Delillah Florist owner Donna Hicks said she was puzzled about just what the new restrictions entailed.

Business as usual: S&J Cycles owner Shane Dunn said he was doing a roaring trade, but expected that to change once more stringent measures are introduced.

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Group with local flavour

By TESSA RANDELLO

Facebook famous: Emmaly Gridley founded the Facebook Group Restaurants now doing Takeaway in Gippsland, which has gained more than 10,000 members in a matter of days.

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Ms Gridley has enlisted the help of a friend to monitor the

page and collate lists of restaurants in specific areas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We decided on Sunday that we would do master lists of restaurants in Gippsland and that list has grown so big that I have already had to split them into areas and if it keeps growing the lists will have to be per town,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are monitoring the page so that it is just about open restaurants, it was not made as a discussion page it is just for restaurant love.â&#x20AC;?

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A LOCAL Facebook group has gained huge momentum, sharing details of restaurants that are doing takeaway food in Gippsland.

Restaurants now doing Takeaway in Gippsland is an open Facebook group for people to connect with one another and share specific details of local eateries in wake of the huge impact coronavirus has had on the hospitality industry.

The group has now grown to include more than 10,000 members in a matter of days.

Latrobe Valley resident Emmaly Gridley started the Facebook page on Saturday morning to share information with friends who live locally, before the state government announced that all dine-in venues had to become takeaway only. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I started it thinking that there would be about 50 people and would not have expected there to be more than 200 members in the group and then it just exploded,â&#x20AC;? Ms Gridley said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just wanted to have a centralised place with as much updated information as we could, it really just started with my friends and I figuring out where we could go in the current situation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a lot of local businesses joining as well as locals who are posting about their favourite local places.â&#x20AC;?

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Schools react to coronavirus

By TESSA RANDELLO

IN the wake of announcements by the state government earlier this week, Victorian schools closed a few days early for school holidays.

On Monday, as part of “Step One” restrictions to stop the spread of coronavirus, Premier Daniel Andrews announced school holidays would start on Tuesday instead of Friday.

Schools around the Latrobe Valley have adhered to the ruling, shutting their doors until at least April 14.

St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School principal Cameron Herbert said he was not confident school classes would resume as normal.

“Our preference is that we have students back at the start of term two, I will be very thankful if we can resume in April,” Mr Herbert said.

Mr Herbert said Year 12 students had to condense their end of term assessments to close the school early.

“Everyone else is still at school from home via a learning management system. The Grade 7 to 11s are still doing assessments and the junior schools is doing online work,” he said.

“We use our online portal so much people are used to it, students and teachers have been really supportive and have all been outstanding.

“For me it has been really highpressure. Naturally people are worried and it is sad not to have all of our students with us.

“While it is disappointing for us we have to play our part to stop the spike in the coronavirus that is predicted for Australia.”

Lowanna College principal Adam Hogan said the school made early preparations for a shut down of face-to-face learning.

“We’re probably lucky to have strong IT systems in place and we are confident we can provide good quality education in whatever way is necessary,” Mr Hogan said.

“The staff and students collectively

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Doors closed, but learning will continue: Chairo Christian School students will benefit from online learning. photograph hayley mills

We are confident that real and rich learning opportunities will continue for every student, despite this being the first time that all students have had to rely on online and remote learning.

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have been fantastic, people have remained calm and focused, while taking on all of the relevant precautions.

“Our parents have been very supportive and understanding with

is now closed until further notice To members & guests,

The Federal Government imposed a closure of all Licensed Clubs as of 12pm (Midday) 23 March.

The club’s bowling greens will also be closed.

The Club will keep it’s members and guest updated through facebook and our website as things change.

The Board, management and staff would like to thank all our members and guest for their support over the past few weeks during this difficult time.

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the announcements that have been announced on a rolling basis.

“I think in these unusual circumstances the last few days have probably been busier than if it had been business as usual. It is important for us to play our role in the community and provide what the government asks of us.”

Director of Catholic Education for the Diocese of Sale Maria Kirkwood said Catholic schools would be open for children of essential service workers and vulnerable and at risk students until tomorrow.

“The safety and wellbeing of our students, staff and their families remains our highest priority. The situation is rapidly evolving, and we will continue to adjust our approach as needed,” Ms Kirkwood said.

“We are preparing for the possibility of remote schooling. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who may

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be unwell, and those who are working to keep our community safe.”

The Diocese of Sale covers 10 Catholic schools across the Latrobe Valley.

In an online statement, Morwell Central Primary School said it is planning and preparing for the possibility of home learning to be delivered remotely in term two.

“We have developed an online platform where all teaching and learning materials will be accessible via a school-based website,” the statement read.

Morwell Central students were sent home with a “work pack” for those who were not able to access the online learning “in the event (they) do not return for term two”.

In a letter addressed to parents and caregivers of Morwell Park Primary School, principal Chris Joustra said the school will commence “flexible remote learning arrangements” if it does not open as planned on Wednesday, April 15.

Chairo Christian School announced on Monday it would commence remote learning prior to the state government’s announcement.

Chairo Christian School executive principal Simon Matthews said the school was “well-equipped to temporarily close (its) physical doors”.

“We are confident that real and rich learning opportunities will continue for every student, despite this being the first time that all students have had to rely on online and remote learning,” he said.

“While the school recognises that this decision will be inconvenient for many families, our overriding commitment is to prioritise the health and safety of each member of the school community, and to hopefully assist in slowing the rate of infection in the wider community.”

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Unprecedented times for the education sector COMMENT ADAM HOGAN LOWANNA COLLEGE PRINCIPAL

IT’S been an unprecedented week for schools, as it has for the broader community and businesses.

In the early stages of the outbreak, we focused on education and hygiene - helping students understand the nature of the virus, how it spreads, and the measures they need to take to reduce their risk.

Like many schools, we increased our cleaning provision significantly, including cleaning throughout the school during the day, and rearranged classrooms to increase distance between students, where possible.

Our primary focus has been on the health and wellbeing of all staff and students, followed by a focus on the continuity of education and learning.

Our students have been fantastic in remaining calm, focused and following advice, enabling us to feel confident in our approach to continued schooling over the last couple of weeks.

Staff have played a key pastoral role in supporting our students as worry and uncertainty has slowly increased, taking time to listen to students, answer their questions and ensure they have accurate information. Our staff have been remarkable in supporting our students.

I would particularly like to thank our staff, who have worked diligently over the past fortnight through increasing uncertainty, remaining calm, focused and supportive our students and community.

We’ve worked hard to keep our community updated on a near-daily basis over the last fortnight, and cannot thank our parent community enough for their support and understanding as circumstances have changed across all schools.

There is a level of worry and concern across our communities at the moment, but equally there is a huge amount of good will, care and support.

The possibility of online learning has become a key consideration for all schools over the past few weeks. What will ensue next term remains dependent on state government decisions, based on the best available health advice, in the coming weeks.

As a school, we are well-prepared and equipped to continue providing education to our students, in whatever environment that is required.

The translation from classroom learning to online or distance learning requires careful consideration.

For example, aside from providing learning tasks, teachers will consider how students can engage in new material - that is, what students will read, watch or listen to, to support new learning.

Teachers are passionate as ever about supporting our students, creating videos, narrated PowerPoint presentations and podcasts, as well as linking in high quality online and physical resources that we have already.

Communication for learning support, assessment and feedback also remain critical parts of quality teaching, and like many schools, we will use our established IT systems to support students with these elements in real time, if required.

We remain confident we will come through this unprecedented period together.

Our state and national governments have worked together tirelessly like never before, and the containment measures that are now being put in place are the next level of work to ensure we minimise the spread of the virus.

It is absolutely critical now that all members of our community play their part and follow government advice, without exception.

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Patients receiving chemotherapy, radiotherapy and dialysis will be able to enter through the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre doors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There will be no visitors to the Macalister aged care unit at all.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s already being implemented,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Mr Craighead said visitors of palliative care patients are exempt from the restrictions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in their end stages of life so we will deal with those on a case-by-case basis. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to be saying to someone, a husband that they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be with their wife who is dying,â&#x20AC;? he said.

He said the new visitor guidelines were in line with the directives from the state chief health officer as Victoria went in to lockdown to slowdown the spread of COVID-19.

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He said all visitors will be screened on the door and will have their temperature taken, with those presenting symptoms such as fever advised to see their GP. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to protect to our staff, our community and the patients that we have in place and help minimise the spread of the virus.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to keep as many of our workforce safe and at work as possible,â&#x20AC;? Mr Craighead said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the staff like the rest of the community are nervous and people are scared but we need to manage in a very calm and supportive manner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to make sure that the community is looking after each other and not necessarily coming to the hospital.â&#x20AC;?

Mr Craighead said hospital staff would be able to use their ID to access the building.

Visitor restrictions: Latrobe Regional Hospital chief executive Peter Craighead announced the Traralgon-based facility would be on partial lockdown starting 7am today. photograph hayley mills

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LOCAL businesses have been forced to think creatively in a bid to stay afloat after the government announced a raft of restrictions for non-essential activities amid the coronavirus outbreak.

The 44 Gym in Traralgon has turned its operations virtual, providing online classes for members and non-members to keep connected.

The gym has created a Facebook page where people can pay a reduced fee to watch live workouts during the week, which rolled out yesterday.

The 44 Gym also runs childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classes online via a separate Facebook page.

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videos and graphics of the exercises are also provided for people to try out in their own time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel very connected with people as a coach and not being able to have that connection has affected me as a person, I was feeling a bit unfulfilled,â&#x20AC;?

Mr Baldacchino said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Training online has (brought) the spark back for me and if anyone wants to jump on they are welcome to.â&#x20AC;?

Anyone who would like to be involved can send send a message to The 44 Gym Facebook page.

After further information announced by the federal government on Tuesday the gym can run an outdoor boot camp limited to 10 people per session.

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THE Victorian Courts and Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal are changing the way they operate due to coronavirus.

Criminal and civil courts are working to move its services to an electronic platform.

Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria and Chair of the Courts Council, Anne Ferguson said in a statement that the situation is fluid. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pilots will start immediately across the courts to test the technology. Once realised it will be scaled up to meet the changing needs of the sector,â&#x20AC;? the statement read. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is in addition to the work that has started to change the way we list matters to provide time certainty for appearances. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are not there yet. Nor do we have all the answers.

The situation is fluid and moving fast and while we cannot predict what may happen with COVID-19 in the immediate future we will continue to move to a more agile and flexible environment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Courts and VCAT will continue to closely follow State and Commonwealth government health advice.â&#x20AC;?

Contested committal hearings listed across the state from Monday and for the following seven weeks are to be adjourned.

More information about specific cases on courts around the state will be updated on the courtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website.

VICTORIA Police this week established a dedicated operation to enforce containment measures put in place to combat the spread of coronavirus.

Operation Sentinel will see police conduct spot checks on returning travelers who should be in selfisolation and follow up tips received from the general public and other sources.

It will also enforce bans on indoor and outdoor gatherings at nonessential venues and businesses.

Police will proactively patrol places of mass gathering such as beaches and shopping centres to ensure restrictions are being complied with.

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500 police from Transit, the Public Order Response Team (PORT), and police across Victoria who will perform these checks and enforce bans.

Deputy Commissioner Nugent said situations will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis, and police have a range of options available to deal with those who refuse to follow the directions of the Chief Health Officer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People can be issued with an official warning, directed to return home, or charged on summons where a person repeatedly refuses to obey a direction or blatantly disregards the restrictions. People can also face heavy finesâ&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For police, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just about fines or arrests but ensuring everyone in the community understands the serious risks associated with coronavirus

and the importance of complying with the directions from the Chief Health Officer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Already we have seen a degree of ignorance where people think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s okay to just go out for a breakfast or to see a friend when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s absolutely not. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also want to take advantage of Operational Sentinel to engage with the community, provide any further education around current requirements, and do everything we can to protect the safety of all Victorians. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It gives police the opportunity to check on the health and wellbeing of those in self-isolation, and see if they need any further support such as medical assistance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People who ignore the restrictions are placing others at significant risk,

which means more people will become infected. This includes their family, friends and others in the community.â&#x20AC;?

Police are working with Australian Border Force (ABF) and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to identify those who are failing to self-isolate.

Spot checks are already being performed on individuals who have returned from overseas, and on venues and suspected mass gatherings.

At this time, no one has been charged with refusing or failing to comply with the direction.Fines for people who do not comply with the direction are $20,000 for individuals or $100,000 for companies or corporations.

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LOCAL musicians are feeling the pinch from COVID-19 crackdowns as gigs are being cancelled and postponed across the country.

Morwell musician Dan Musil lost 14 confirmed gigs, including performances in Gippsland and Melbourne, as well as a couple of festivals such as the Portarlington Celtic Festival in June.

Mr Musil said although he has some other income streams, he has lost the income he had been counting on for the next few months, as well as being unable to travel to rehearse with fellow band mates. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole industry is affected, some venues have closed their doors, as well as bar staff, audio techs, and roadies,â&#x20AC;? Mr Musil told The Express. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have friends in all of these fields and their entire work schedule has been knocked for six. Music and art is essential, it keeps people connected and nourishes communities.â&#x20AC;?

Australian music industry partners launched the website I Lost My Gig to tally the impacts on production, crew, hospitality workers, managers and booking agents.

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As of March 21, $300 million has been lost from the cancellation of 274,000 events, impacting 599,000 people. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a real loss to not have these opportunities for both musicians and the public, as Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m also a punter so I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get to see the musicians I like to see,â&#x20AC;? Mr Musil said.

Mr Musil said the Gippsland music community had been discussing performing via online livestreaming, however the challenge was making it pay for artists.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most streaming services rip artists off. Without live music most musicians canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make money,â&#x20AC;? he said.

The local musician called for government assistance to get the creative community through the slump. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Big corporations get hundreds of millions of dollars in bailouts without enforcing them in return to keep workers on, this is disgraceful,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the same time they are not supporting creatives for small businesses which are the first to fall in tough times.â&#x20AC;?

Last week, the federal government convened an industry virtual roundtable to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cultural and creative businesses.

Arts Minister Paul Fletcher said the creative sector was â&#x20AC;&#x153;understandably concernedâ&#x20AC;? about COVID-19. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is clear that COVID-19 presents significant issues for our arts organisations - and like all Australians, they are showing great community spirit in calmly and efficiently dealing with the circumstances they are facing in the near-term so we can come through this challenging period,â&#x20AC;?

Mr Fletcher said.

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Coronavirus HOTLINE

If you suspect you may have coronavirus disease (COVID-19) call the dedicated HOTLINE - open 24 hours, 7 days on 1800 675 398.

What is Coronavirus

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that cause respiratory infections. These can range from the common cold to more serious diseases.

You are most at risk if you:

Travelled or transited through Iran, mainland China, Italy or South Korea • Anyone who has been in Iran, mainland China, Italy or South Korea in the past 14 days or is a close or casual contact of a confirmed case of COVID-19 is at the highest risk of infection.

• If you have been in Iran, mainland China (excluding Hong Kong SAR, Macau and Taiwan) Italy or South Korea in the past 14 days you are required to: - stay at home (self-quarantine) - avoid public settings - this means you should not attend work, school, childcare or university or go to other public places such as restaurants, cinemas or shopping centres and should not use public transport or taxis - do this for 14 days after leaving mainland China, South Korea, Italy or Iran (other than when seeking medical care) - only people who usually live in the household should be in the home. Do not allow visitors into the home.

- you should stay in a different room to other people as much as possible.

Had close contact with a confirmed case

• If you have been in close contact with someone who has coronavirus disease (COVID-19) stay at home (self-quarantine).

Ban on Australians travelling overseas

This will help avoid travellers returning to Australia with coronavirus and the risks of spreading coronavirus to other countries.

Exemptions will be managed by the Australian Border Force.

International travel

Travellers returning from any country outside Australia are now considered at risk of COVID-19.

If you’re travelling or returning to Australia and arrive from 12am on 16 March, you will be required to self-isolate (Coronavirus COVID-19 isolation guidance) for 14 days. This applies to all travellers, including Australian citizens. For details see the Australian Border Force website.

If you have returned from international travel in the last 14 days and begin to feel unwell and develop a fever or shortness of breath, a cough or respiratory illness, you should call the dedicated hotline on 1800 675 398 for advice.

If you feel unwell

• If you are in any of these risk categories and begin to feel unwell and develop a fever or shortness of breath, a cough or respiratory illness either during your period of isolation (self-quarantine), or in the 14 days since arriving home from international travel, you should seek immediate medical attention.

• Call ahead to your GP or emergency department and mention your overseas travel before you arrive at the doctor’s office so they can prepare appropriate infection control measures.

• If you have serious symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, call 000 and ask for an ambulance and tell the operator your recent travel history.

Elderly or have pre-existing medical conditions

Many people will suffer only mild symptoms, however, early indications are that the elderly and people with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart and lung disease are more at risk of experiencing severe symptoms. Read the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) factsheet for people aged over 65 years for more information.

Residential Aged Care Facilities

Anyone wishing to visit a resident of an Aged Care Facility should contact the facility first to receive advise on their current arrangements.

What to do if asked to self-isolate

A document has been developed to support Australians who have been asked to self-isolate due to COVID-19.

If you are concerned please call the Coronavirus Hotline on 1800 675 398.

How the infection is spread

COVID-19 spreads through close contact with an infected person; mostly face-to-face or within a household. It cannot jump across a room or be carried for long distances in the air so we should all go about our lives as normal.

Close contact means greater than 15 minutes face-to-face or the sharing of a closed space for more than two hours with a confirmed case.

A close contact could include any person meeting any of the following criteria: • living in the same household or household-like setting (for example, a boarding school or hostel) • direct contact with the body fluids or laboratory specimens of a confirmed case • a person who spent two hours or longer in the same room • face-to-face contact for more than 15 minutes with the case in any other setting not listed above.

Symptoms of coronavirus

Many people who contract COVID–19 will suffer only mild symptoms. However early indications are that the elderly and people with pre-existing medical conditions are more at risk of experiencing severe symptoms.

The most common symptoms reported include: • Fever • Breathing difficulties such as breathlessness • Cough • Sore throat • Fatigue or tiredness.

For further information on the coronavirus go to: www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus or www.health.gov.au

Ten ways to reduce your risk of Coronavirus 1

Wash hands often with soap and running water, for at least 20 seconds. Dry with paper towel or hand dryer.

2. Try not to touch your eyes, nose or mouth.

3. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. If you don’t have a tissue cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or elbow.

4. Isolate yourself at home if you feel sick. If you take medication ensure you have adequate supplies.

5. Phone your GP first if you need medical attention. They will tell you what to do.

6. Continue healthy habits: exercise, drink water, get plenty of sleep, and now is the time to quit smoking. Call the Quitline 137 848.

7. Don’t wear a face mask if you are well.

8. Buy an alcohol-based hand sanitiser with over 60 per cent alcohol.

9. Keep a distance of 4 metres square between you and other people whenever possible.

10. No more handshakes

This information is true and correct at the time of going to press.

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Latrobe City suspends some services due to coronavirus THE Latrobe City Council have suspended a large majority of its services in line with state and government restrictions due to coronavirus.

The Morwell Traffic School, Visitor Information Centre, Latrobe Regional Gallery, Latrobe Performing Arts,

Latrobe City Library and the Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school holiday activities will be closed.

Council has also closed its MoeNewborough, Morwell and Churchill Leisure Centres as well as Traralgon Sports Stadium and the Gippsland Regional Cricket Centre.

Council operated kindergartens closed on Tuesday, alongside all Victorian schools.

The School Holiday Program, supported playgroups, Triple P Parenting programs and New Parent Groups run

by Latrobe City have all been cancelled

until further notice. Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aged and disability planned activities and domestic assistance services are cancelled but it will continue will personal care, respite and shopping assistance services.

The Latrobe City Maternal and Child

Health program will continue to provide services to families via telephone consultations.

For more information about services provided by the Latrobe City Council visit their website https://www.latrobe. vic.gov.au or call 1300 367 700.

The sweetest of gifts from little friends

TRARALGONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Bupa aged care facility residents will be receiving some love from their little cheeky neighbours as children from an early learning centre reach out to them with a special gift.

Children attending Little Saints on Park Lane prepared a care package comprised of some artwork and videos of them singing and dancing as well as a special message of love for residents at Bupa who are no longer receiving visitors due to the coronavirus crisis.

Little Saints centre director Elisha Hoghton said the children were previously visiting the residents as part of their intergenerational learning program where they play with their friends next door. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have games and activities set up and the children go over and just engage in those activities with the residents. We did it last year when they came to our service and they played and did activities like playdough, singing, dancing and all of that stuff,â&#x20AC;? Ms Hoghton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So now that thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been cancelled we decided that we would do something for them, so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to send over our artwork and some video messages and some dancing and singing by our children.â&#x20AC;?

Ms Hoghton said the children have also done some gardening that Bupa residents could display on their windows as a keepsake from the kids.

She said residents would also send something for the children to keep the engagement going while observing social distancing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They will do the same in return, so they will come back to us as well,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Ms Hoghton said it was important to reassure the elderly that they had not been forgotten, especially at this very difficult time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just nice that they know there are still people that are thinking of them and that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re (hoping to visit them) once things turn to normal,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Bupa Traralgon acting manager Andrew Bonnitcha welcomed the sweet gesture from the residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; little friends. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Keeping our residents connected through this time is so important.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve unfortunately had to postpone the residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; regular visits to the daycare centre, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great that they can stay in touch with the kids in this way,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Receiving letters, drawings and videos puts a smile on our residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; face and helps them keep connected during a difficult time.â&#x20AC;?

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Please stop this crazy panic buying!

Online comments ‘PANIC BUYING IMPACTS DISABLED’ (Monday, March 23) Judi Potts: It sure does. I’m in a wheelchair and shopping for me means one bag at a time. My needs are small but when there’s nothing on the shelves it’s hell. Thanks very much you stupid panic buyers.

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Holly-Jade Harrap: It’s sad to see funerals being restricted etc.Yet nail salons allowed to be open? I get small businesses are having a hard time, but nails and beauty isn’t an essential.

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Clayton Hodson: Still seems to be a lot of businesses ignoring the shut down.

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Deb Williams: I passed by a funeral in the Latrobe Valley this morning and saw approximately 100 people congregating out the front and standing shoulder to shoulder - no social distancing.

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David Steel: The only thing spreading faster than COVID19 is the hysteria. Politicians in particular are infected with it.

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Jewel Dornin: All I can say is THANK YOU! Yes it is going to be difficult days for a lot of people, but it’s the only way and chance we have to slow this virus down, I would rather be alive at the end of it than be whining about the inconvenience.

Warren Winship: We’re in an unofficial police state. Control and dominion.

Gordon Curran: Schools have played no role in the spread of the virus in Victoria at all.

‘COVID-19 LEAVES LATROBE VALLEY SPORTING LANDSCAPE A BARREN PLACE’ (Thursday, March 19) Anthony Wasiukiewicz: Well aren’t we glad we spent all that money on sporting infrastructure instead of creating solid productive jobs.

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Justin Shankland: The world is not ending over this overhyped flu. The world will back to normal soon enough and the community can enjoy these wonderful facilities this region has acquired.

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Felicity Bannister: That’s really awful. I’m sorry that this has happened to you. Unfortunately people are only thinking of themselves at the moment. Hopefully it’s a short term thing.

All the best with keeping up with demands.

Ian Brand: From raising money for people impacted by bushfire to stealing eggs and panic buying. What has this world become.

‘CONFIRMED CORONAVIRUS CASE PRESENTED TO LRH EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT’ (Thursday, March 19) JakesPlace Toongabbie: I have been overseas BUT I could be a safer person to be in contact with than someone you sat next to last week. Really the confusion for me includes this diagnosis. The fact that everyone is buying toilet paper and mince. By the end of this, whatever it is, I should have a long list of what messages and behaviors are confusing me.I thought I was a bit smart common-sense-wise until all this corona crap came along.

Ashley Walker: Just like the common flu, we’re all going to get it at some point, all we’re doing is prolonging it.

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James Dyer: If Traralgon was the first to get it will the other Valley towns still complain about Traralgon getting everything like they do about everything else?

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Adam Brady: Quick! Everyone start panicking!

Justin Shankland: Everyone hit the panic button! Just be resigned to the fact that you or someone you know is probably going to get it anyway.

Michael Long: I reckon the authorities need to be completely transparent. What part of the Valley, where have they been etc. Just give us the information and respect to adjust.

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STOP this crazy panic buying for fear of COVID-19.

Think of those who are vulnerable in our society who are unable or cannot afford to rush out and buy some of these items.

The elderly, those with disabilities and the disadvantaged. It is selfish and you should be ashamed of yourselves.

Try donating items to food bank.

They have to deal with the fallout of people being unable to obtain the basic necessities in life for themselves and their families.

Are you going to stay inside for the next six months to protect yourselves?

How is rushing out to shop in a packed supermarket, thereby increasing your exposure risk to COVID-19 going to help you?

Why do you need so many packs of toilet paper and tissues? You certainly won’t need tissues as a runny nose is not a symptom of coronavirus!

Try and display that Australian mateship and care we are so proud as Australians to supposedly have!

Kadey Rey, Glengarry.

Build more dams day

A TOTAL of 24 million Australians are told to wash their hands thoroughly several times a day. Imagine the water demand - say 25 litres per person per day just for hand washing, taking total household usage to at least 60 litres per person per day.

For 24 million of us that could amount to 1400 megalitres per day - enough to empty the giant Lake Eucumbene in a few days.

The Greens nominated Sunday, March 22 as World Water Day. Let’s make tomorrow “Build More Dams Day” and announce new dams and weirs now, with guaranteed money and start dates.

Viv Forbes, Washpool, Qld.

Stick together through this trying time

THIS is a difficult time for our community.

People of the Latrobe Valley, along with the rest of Victoria and communities across the world are facing a situation like nothing we have seen before.

COVID-19 has emerged as a significant health issue that will impact Latrobe communities, and therefore it is now a priority for my office.

It will impact every aspect of our society and the demand on our health system will be significant.

There are people in Latrobe who may feel the impact more than others. People that rely on community events and activities for their mental wellbeing.

People who have a disability, chronic condition or suffer from mental illness.

People who can’t access food or housing.

People who already experience isolation and loneliness.

People who no longer have financial security.

We need to look out for these

In this together: Latrobe Health Advocate Jane Anderson has penned a letter saying the people of the Latrobe Valley, along with the rest of Victoria and communities across the world are facing a situation like nothing we have seen before.

The Express welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must carry the writer’s name, address and telephone number for verification purposes.

Preference will be given to shorter letters emailed to news@lvexpress. com.au or via post to Latrobe Valley Express, 21 George Street, Morwell 3840.

The editor reserves the right to edit all letters either for length or legal reasons, or omit letters.

The views of the letter writers don’t necessarily reflect the views of the paper.

people, and the system needs to cater for their needs, now more than ever.

I know that people in Latrobe care about their health and wellbeing and they care about each other.

I know that people in Latrobe have the skills and resilience to get through this.

I know that our local nurses, doctors and health services will do everything they can to support their community.

COVID-19 has already forced our health system and governments to think and work differently.

I have no doubt that in the weeks and months ahead we will all find new and different ways of working in response to this global pandemic.

As the Latrobe Health Advocate, I am here to listen and to help our health system and governments to understand and respond to the needs of communities.

I am here to work together with others in the Latrobe Health Innovation Zone to ensure that advice from the Victorian Chief Health Officer and other government officials is reaching everyone in Latrobe.

I encourage people in Latrobe to continue to look after their health, both physical and mental, to show

kindness and to look out for others.

In the coming weeks and months, I will continue to engage with Latrobe communities via telephone, the internet and the media.

I will advocate on behalf of Latrobe communities and do what I can to support people during this difficult time.

Jane Anderson, Latrobe Health Advocate.

2020 vision

LOOKS like the prosperous New Year has become preposterous.

Jim Muscat, Yallourn North.

No firewood collection for South Gippsland

DELWP have advised Preserve our Forests, Mirboo North recently that in regard to the 2020 Gippsland firewood collection March 1 to June 30, 2020, it “does not permit any firewood collection in the South Gippsland Shire local government area”.

DEWLP provided this explanation - “Forests across the region are monitored and assessed for suitability for firewood collection each year. The small areas of state forest in the South Gippsland Shire local government area footprint do not currently contain enough wood to support opening them for domestic firewood collection at present. We open and close domestic firewood collection areas based on the amount of available firewood.

“The 2020 firewood collection areas and conditions relating to this year’s collection are listed for the Gippsland Region online at https://www. ffm.vic.gov.au/firewood/find-afirewood-collection-area.”

The four shires identified where firewood collection is solely permitted (only within listed specified areas) are in the Baw Baw Shire, Latrobe City, Wellington Shire and East Gippsland Shire local government areas.

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There is evidence of widespread illegal removal of forest timber, including by commercial firewood operators.

DELWP has authorised staff patrolling parks, forests and reserves to ensure people are acting legally.

Chief conservation regulator Kate Gavens has made the following comments in relation to this issue - “We are tough on illegal firewood collection, given the negative impacts it has on forest health, wildlife habitat, public safety and the sustainability of firewood resources that local communities rely on.”

Under the Forest Act 1958, people who collect firewood outside designated collection areas or season or take more than the maximum allowable amounts can face fines of up to $8261, or a maximum penalty of one-year imprisonment or both, if the matter proceeded to Court.

For any further information on firewood collection or to report illegal or suspicious behaviour in public land areas, please contact the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning on 136 186.

Please remember when collecting this timber, that over 1 billion animals are estimated to have died in Australia’s recent fires, especially in East Gippsland, many of the collection areas are within or from recently burnt locations.

Many species are relying this year more than ever on fallen timber and dead trees for their very survival and ongoing food supply.

Australia already has the worst species extinction rates in the world.

There are 500 flora and fauna species currently listed for protection under Victoria’s Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988 with 250 plus animals and 1800 plus plants listed as threatened.

Please don’t add to these statistics - act legally and with due consideration when you are collecting wood this year!

Viki Sinclair, Preserve Our Forests Mirboo North.

What’s the world coming to?

TWO age pensioners fighting over a single pumpkin at a recent Sunday market.

Reason - one of them believed he was being unfairly deprived of a food item which he wanted to store (for his family) in an effort to beat the food shortage predicted by the spread of the coronavirus!

It did not seem to matter that only 20 per cent of our total food requirements is imported.

And that 90 per cent plus of fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, milk and eggs sold in our supermarkets is actually produced in Australia!

There will be no long term food shortage if the public behaves in an orderly manner.

Hoarding will however distort the availability of food stock.

Mindless panic is rampant in our community.

We live in troubling times.

Michael J Gamble, Belmont.

Is your event going ahead?

Please let us know if your event is cancelled or postponed...

Event cancellations and postponements around the Latrobe Valley

Email: news@lvexpress.com.au

Pleasecontactorganisersoftheseeventsformoreinformation LatrobeValley’ eValley’s BiggestBlokes BBQ ScheduledforFriday,May15.

Cancelled.

RadioDaysatLatrobeValleyJazz Club’s monthlymeeting.

ScheduledforFriday,March27.

Cancelled.

LatrobeValleyJazzClubhasalso cancelledallotherfutureevents.

TopPubCarShow ScheduledforSaturday,March28.

Postponed.

YesWeCan!Concert ScheduledforSunday,March29.

Postponed.

OutdoorCinemaNight ScheduledforSaturday,April4.

Postponed.

FarmWorld ScheduledforSaturday,April4.

Cancelled.

TheLatrobeValleyAirShowand MonsterTruckCircus ScheduledforSunday,April5.

PostponeduntilMarch2021.

TraralgonNetballAssociationhas postponeditswinterseason indefinitely.

OldGippstownEasterFair ScheduledforSaturday,April11.

Cancelled.

TraralgonFarmersMarkets MarchandAprilmarkets.

Cancelled.

Thedatesofthenextmarketsare tobeadvised.

TraralgonRSL-ValleyDayClub WeeklyTuesdaymeeting.

Postponeduntilfurthernotice.

MoeRSL-GippslandGatewayDay Club WeeklyTuesdaymeetings.

Cancelledforfourweeks.

MidValleyschoolholidays activities Allactivitieshavebeencancelled.

MoeSocialDance WeeklyMondaynightdancesat NewboroughPublicHall.

Cancelleduntilfurthernotice.

WalhallaGhostTours Suspendeduntilfurthernotice.

MorwellBasketballAssociation AllactivitiesincludingtheSenior competition.

Cancelled.

WeWillRockYouatLatrobe TheatreCompany ScheduledforJuly2020.

PostponedtoFebruary2021.

MorwellRotaryClubGolfDay ScheduledforSunday,April5.

Cancelled.

SkyglassUnderground ScheduledforSunday,April26.

Cancelled.

TraralgonSwimmingClub competitions CountryandMetroAllJunior,Country Inter-districtandAustralianAgeand OpenChampionships.

Cancelled,buttrainingwill continue.

AFLandnetball(Gippsland): season Seniorleagues,juniorleagues,Auskick centresandAllHawthornNGA Academyprograms,MidGippsland FootballNetballLeagueandtheNorth GippslandFootballNetballLeague.

PostponeduntilatleastMay. TennisVictoriaandTennis Australiasanctioned competitionsandtournaments.

Postponed.

Basketball:Australiaunder-18 JuniorChampionships ScheduledforApril.

Postponed.

Baseball:Gippsland Championships ScheduledforApril4-5.

Cancelled.

LVFieldNaturalistsgeneral meetings Cancelled.

MoeDanceEisteddfod ScheduledtostartFriday,March27.

Cancelled,backin2021.

LawnBowls ChampionFoursandOlneyCup Cancelled.

TheCommunityBank2020Tanjil ValleyArtShow ScheduledforMonday,June8.

Cancelled,backin2021.

DamienLeith:Roy-ATributeto RoyOrbisonplusstrings ScheduledforSaturday,May16.

PostponedtoSaturday,March13, 2021.

Flanagan’s IrishBarevents Poker,Trivia,JokerPokerandLive Music.

Cancelled.

RosedaleCountryMarket ScheduledforSunday,April12.

Cancelled.

RoyalChildrenGoodFriday AppealRosedale ScheduledforFriday,April11.

Cancelled.

REHCorkClub-GoodFriday AppealFundraiser ScheduledforFriday,April19.

Cancelled.

Badminton LVBA,LVJBAandVeterans Competitions Cancelled.

HeyfieldCommunityResource Centre’s bustriptoMelbourne InternationalFlowerandGarden Show Cancelled.

GippslandAcousticMusic Club-Aprilclubnightfeaturing Co-cheòl ScheduledforSunday,April5.

Postponed.

HookedOnRocklessons,every MondaynightatVRIHall Traralgon.

Cancelleduntilfurthernotice.

MoveForLifedancelessons,every Thursday.

Cancelled.

GippslandVehicleCollectionand ModelWorldMaffraMuseum Closedtothepublicuntilfurther notice.

GippslandVehicleCollection’s ClubPlateDay. ScheduledforSunday,March29.

Cancelled.

GippslandVehicleCollect GippslandVehicleCollection AnnualSwapMeet.

ScheduledforSunday,April26.

Cancelled.

TinambaFoodandWineFestival 2020.

ScheduledforSunday,April19.

Cancelled.

MoeandDistrictCancerCouncil VolunteerGroupmeetingsatMoe RSL. Cancelled.

LionsRideForSight2020Vision Ride.

ScheduledfromApril1-5.

Cancelled.

WalhallaGoldfieldsRailway Allservices.

Suspendeduntilfurthernotice.

MorwellNeighbourhoodNouse FarmtoFamiliesMarket ScheduledforApril.

Cancelled.

TraralgonandDistrictHistorical Society GeneralmeetingsforApril14andMay 12.

Cancelled.

TraralgonandDistrictHistorical Society ExcursiontoWonthaggiCoalMine.

Postponed.

MorwellHistoricalSociety Closeduntilfurthernotice.

LatrobeCityCouncil ServicesatLatrobeLibraries,Visitor InformationCentre,LatrobeRegional Gallery,CustomerServiceatcouncil’s headquarters.

Closed.

VictoriaPolicePipeBand&Royal AustralianNavyConcert.

ScheduledforSunday,November15.

Cancelled.

TraralgonHarriersAthleticClub Thursdaymeetings.

Cancelled.

MirbooNorthCountryMarket.

ScheduledforSaturday,March28.

Cancelled.

GrandRidgeparkrun.

Cancelleduntilfurthernotice.

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Lawyers: Stricter action required

ENVIRONMENTAL lawyers are pushing for stricter action on air pollution after new research has revealed the health impacts of last summer’s bushfire smoke.

Environmental Justice Australia advocacy and research director Nicola Rivers said the University of Tasmania findings were a “big step” in understanding the impacts of bushfires and the need to address air pollution.

The research found that prolonged exposure to smoke from the summer

bushfires caused an estimated 417 premature deaths.

It also caused more than 315 extra hospitalisations for cardiorespiratory problems and more than 1300 additional hospital attendances for asthma attacks.

The report outlined that deaths and hospitalisations were more likely to be older patients with heart disease or lung problems, such as chronic bronchitis or emphysema.

However severe asthma attack would more likely to have resulted in the deaths of younger people.

Ms Rivers said it was critical that state and federal governments addressed these findings as part of bushfires inquiries.

“First and foremost, our governments need to take action to address the dangerous climate change fuelling these bushfires,” Ms Rivers said.

“But they must also take action to

reduce the pollution that people are being exposed to now.

“To reduce the health impacts of the bushfire smoke haze, one of the best things our governments can do is to remove compounding air pollutants and improve everyday air quality.”

This comes as state and federal environment ministers are due to vote on strengthening national air pollution standards for sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide.

Ms Rivers said governments must

vote for stricter national air pollution standards to force state regulators to impose stricter conditions on big polluters to meet these limits.

“All Australians, especially our most vulnerable will benefit from a reduction in air pollution,” Ms Rivers said.

“It will not only reduce the existing health burden which sees over 4000 people die prematurely every year but will make us all more resilient to face crises like the bushfires in future.”

Joint approach by wind farms

By MICHELLE SLATER

PROPOSED Delburn wind farm operator OSMI Australia has signed a joint statement with 10 wind industry representatives calling on the state government to set strong emissions reduction targets.

The state government is set to announce interim emissions reductions targets for 2025 and 2030 on March 31 towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

OSMI director Peter Marriott said strong targets were essential to lure new renewables investment into the state, which in turn would create more new jobs.

The joint statement is calling for the state government to set a 65 per cent target to limit warming below 1.5 degrees, which was in line with the advice from an independent expert panel.

It stated that small and large scale projects in Victoria employ 9600 people, and wind projects had doubled in the past five years, generating 8000 megawatts with another 2500 megawatts in the pipeline.

Mr Marriott said the proposed Delburn project would help diversify the market towards decarbonising the electricity sector.

“There have been large [wind] builds in western Victoria and South Australia but they have similar wind conditions, Delburn will have different wind conditions than western Victoria,” Mr Marriot said.

“We are trying to source different geographical locations where the wind doesn’t blow at the same time.”

Mr Marriott said decarbonising the electricity sector would open up opportunities for other sectors to follow such as electric vehicles in the transport industry.

He said new renewables were the cheapest forms of new generation, but stressed that while the bulk would come from wind and solar, some gas would fill the short term as older coal-fired power stations close.

“There’s been lots of forecasts accounting for Yallourn closing early, there is sufficient capacity with more renewables coming online,” he said.

“Yallourn is required to give five years closure notice which would allow the market to backfill any capacity required, but there needs to be new renewables builds to replace it.”

Climate Change Minister Lily D’Ambrosio said the government had legislated for emission reduction targets, and would “have more to say in due course”.

“Climate change is real and that’s why we’re taking the lead in reducing emissions,” Ms D’Ambrosio said.

“We have the biggest renewable energy agenda in the country - driving down emissions, creating jobs and putting more power into the energy grid.”

Action needed: Nationals Member for Eastern Victorian Melina Bath and Latrobe Valley Bus Lines Traralgon depot supervisor Jane Bone say the Princes Highway and Bank Street intersection is one of Traralgon’s most unsafe. photograph hayley mills

MP’s frustration over ‘inaction’

By MICHELLE SLATER

NATIONALS Member for Eastern Victoria Melina Bath wants to launch a community petition to prompt the state government to upgrade a “dangerous” Traralgon intersection.

Ms Bath said community members had approached her with renewed concerns over the Princes Highway and Bank Street intersection.

She told The Express the intersection was regarded as “one of Traralgon’s most unsafe and busy intersections, servicing in excess of 20,000 vehicles daily”.

“This is a community safety issue, we don’t want to see a fatality on this corner,” Ms Bath said.

“You only have to stand there for a short time to see how busy it is

and the incapacity of the road when turning. It’s long overdue.”

State government figures reveal there were 13 recorded crashes resulting in 37 people sustaining injuries at that intersection in the past 10 years.

Latrobe Valley Bus Lines drivers have witnessed near misses between other vehicles.

LVBL general manager Anna Tyben said the company had never permitted its drivers to turn right towards Traralgon from Bank Street.

“The safety of our passengers and staff is our priority at all times,” Ms Tyben said.

“For this reason, our drivers are not permitted to turn right from Bank Street with alternative routes always mapped and scheduled.”

Ms Bath’s concerns follow a 2015 change.org petition, which at the time, attracted 600 signatures.

She called on the state government to honour a 2017-18 budget commitment to provide $2.9 million in upgrades by 2019.

Ms Bath described the budget promise as “being a smoke and mirrors media announcement”, and said “residents were frustrated, fed up” with “inaction” on the project.

Planned improvements include traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, an acceleration lane for traffic entering the highway, a right-hand turning lane on Bank Street, a longer right-turn lane from the highway on to Bank Street and a footpath linking Bank Street to the Traralgon Golf Club.

Regional Roads Victoria has been carrying out pre-construction work, but railway signalling would need to be upgraded to safely accommodate the new traffic lights.

A state government spokesman said they were “working hard” to deliver the upgrades and would provide updated timelines in the next few months.

“We’ve already made progress on this complex project including planning and pre-construction work,” he said.

“After discussions with V/Line, some changes to the scope of the project are required and we are working to develop detailed designs for the integration of the level rail crossing signals with the traffic lights.”

It is with great regret we have to inform our members and guests that the Traralgon Bowls Club will be CLOSED until further notice.

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Riders enjoyed the scenery around Boolarra

ON Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, the Traralgon and Morwell Pedallers (TRAMPS) enjoyed two very interesting rides from Boolarra.

The gradual climb beside the Morwell River and its beautiful scenery with the occasional camper made the effort worthwhile.

The return to Boolarra down Prospect Valley Road, with its curves was equally exciting.

The group had a rest during afternoon tea before the ride up the Rail Trail to Mirboo North.

The town produced its fish and chips and pizzas for us before our evening ride back down the Rail Trail finishing at Boolarra just before darkness fell.

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Community Corner with Gregor Mactaggart

Dianne: 0438 517 470, Cancer Council Supporters Hot Line 1300 656 585, Cancer Council Help Line: 131 120, Quit Line: 137 848, visit: wwwcancervic.org.au or the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page.

Walhalla Goldfields Railway suspended

DUE to the government restrictions, the Walhalla Goldfields Railway board has taken the decision to suspend all services until further notice.

They ask for your understanding and sincerely hope you will remain with them as

Getting ready for next year: The Tinamba Wine and Food Festival, scheduled for April 19, has been cancelled. set to be a weekend event around Heathcote and Bendigo.

However, it has been cancelled and at this stage future rides are under review.

TRAMPS welcomes new riders.

For more information visit their website: www.tramps. org.au, Facebook page: www. facebook.com/www.tramps. org.au or contact Tim 0407 749 604 or Vance 0403 662 288.

Moe and District Cancer Council Volunteer Group

MOE and District Cancer Council Volunteer Group, would like to inform their supporters, that due to the COVID-19 situation, all meetings at the Moe RSL have been postponed until further notice.

Please keep watching for updates as they come to hand.

For more information: Volunteer Group contact Linda: 0427 671 780 or

members and supporters as they work through extraordinary times together, until everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives and social interaction return to normal.

The Railway board greatly appreciate your dedication and support.

Concert cancelled

DUE to the COVID-19 virus and its potential future impact on the community, the proposed Victoria Police Pipe Band and Royal Australian Navy Concert, scheduled for November 15, 2020 has been cancelled.

Acting on the best available advice, the infection control minimisation measures may possibly continue for several months.

While the concert was some seven plus months from now, there exists too many unknown risks to proceed.

April club night (which was to feature Co-cheol) has been cancelled.

This is a tough time for so many, including musicians who rely on performances for their income.

The GAMC looks forward to rescheduling Co-cheol at a later date, when things return to normality.

Traralgon and District Historical Society

REGRETFULLY due to the present COVID-19 emergency and government regulations, the general meetings for April 14 and May 12 have been cancelled.

The excursion to the Wonthaggi Coal Mine has been postponed to a later date.

The committee is continuing to work via email and telephone, and members will receive monthly updates from the president via email.

Take care, stay safe and positive in these difficult times.

Ride For Sight cancelled

UNFORTUNATELY Lionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ride For Sight 2020 Vision Ride, which was to have been held from April 1-5 is cancelled.

They hope to have the event up and running again in 2021.

Tinamba Food and Wine Festival cancelled for 2020

WINES of East Gippsland (WEG), the organising committee of the Tinamba Food and Wine Festival, announced

the cancellation of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event, which was to be held on Sunday, April 19.

Current plans are for next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event to be back, bigger and better.

WEG chairman Tony Dawkins said it was a difficult decision and disappointing for everyone involved, it was absolutely necessary given the great crowds that always support the event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tinamba Food and Wine Festival will be back with new wine vintages, amazing foods and produce when it is safe for us to all come together again and celebrate anew our regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s riches,â&#x20AC;? Mr Dawkins said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the meantime, take care of yourself, make good decisions, check in on each other and ride this situation out as well as you possibly can.â&#x20AC;?

The organisers also thanked patrons and followers for their support over previous years of the festival and asked that they stay posted for all future announcements.

Lessons cancelled

HOOKED On Rock rock and roll lessons, every Monday night at the VRI Hall, Traralgon have been cancelled until further notice.

Move For Life dance lessons every Thursday 11am (seated dance lessons) and noon (rock and roll group dances) at the VRI Hall, Traralgon have been cancelled until further notice.

Museum closes doors due to coronavirus

ON Sunday, the volunteer-run Gippsland Vehicle Collection and Model World Maffra closed the doors of its museum to the general public until further notice, amid concerns about the

increasing spread of COVID-19.

The organisation has postponed its next two events, the Club Plate Day and annual Swap Meet, with new dates to be announced once large public gatherings can take place safely.

GVC vice-president Peter Quennell said such decisions were difficult, but this one made itself. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The majority of our volunteers and many of our patrons are part of what are considered to be vulnerable community members when it comes to this illness,â&#x20AC;? Mr Quennell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We could not have kept our doors open and continued to ask for support from our volunteers or visitors. In terms of our duty of care to them, and as a way of showing them how much we truly do value them, we really had no option but to close the doors for a while.â&#x20AC;?

Mr Quennell added that there would be someone available at the GVC office on the first and third Saturday of each month, from 10am to 1pm, to assist owners who need to renew their club plate registration or put a vehicle on club plates.

The GVCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s free camp facilities will remain available to any self-contained visitors wanting to use them with the usual 72-hour stay limit, with the dump point continuing to operate.

Morwell Historical Society closed

Gippsland Acoustic Music Club

JUST to add to the list of event cancellations due to the COVID-19 threat: the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

On your bike: The TRAMPS crew enjoyed their recent ride.

Running on empty: Gippsland Vehicle Collection is closed to the general public.

THE Morwell Historical Society will be closed until further notice as a precautionary measure because of the COVID-19 virus.

Enquiries can be made to

president Bruce McMaster 0428 528 464.

Choir needs a pianist

MORWELL East Senior Citizens choir are looking for a pianist that would be interested in playing Friday afternoons for the choir to practice and also join them at nursing homes across the Latrobe Valley when they perform.

Please contact Judy on 5135 6126 or Merilyn on 5122 2329 if you are interested.

Calling all South African military veterans

ALL South Africans living in Gippsland, who served in the South African military, police service or correctional service, are invited to join the Gippsland Chapter of SAMVOA (South African Military Veterans Organisation of Australasia).

The group is a not-for-profit organisation with no political motives and our main goal is to provide comradeship and support to our veterans.

For more information, contact Joe Keyter at samvoagippsland@gmail.com or 0413 459 522.

Fundamental meetings halted

WITH libraries closing due to the current health crisis fundaMENTAL will also stop Friday meetings until the situation changes.

The group, which regularly meets at Traralgon Library, will let everyone know via Community Corner when the meetings will resume.

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Paramedics and St John’s school program at St Mary’s

Healthy: St Mary’s Primary School students take a closer look at the equipment used by Ambulance Victoria paramedics.

Check up: St Mary’s Primary School students enjoyed a special visit from Ambulance Victoria paramedics recently. photographs supplied

STUDENTS at St Mary’s Primary School were taught what to do in an emergency when they participated in the St John’s First Aid in Schools Program.

The free program run

by St John’s Ambulance Australia provides basic first aid training to school students.

The students worked in small groups where they participated in activities for their skill level.

Junior students were taught what to do for minor cuts, burns and blood noses, before surveying an area for dangers

and sending for help by calling 000, the difficulty increased for older students and the seniors practiced CPR. “The students loved it and took it very seriously, it was great to see them so focused and eager to help people who were in trouble,” Grade 2/3 teacher Alyssa-Jane Bell said.

The visit from St. John’s Ambulance was preceded by a visit from local Ambulance Victoria paramedics John and Ashley.

Foundation students were excited by the visit

where they got to go in a real ambulance.

Foundation student Sophie said “(her) favourite part was hearing the siren, it was really loud”.

Students were able to enter the ambulance and see the equipment that paramedics use.

There was no shortage of students volunteering to have their pulse, blood pressure and oxygen levels measured.

The visits were a massive success, with many students feeling confident to act in an emergency situation.

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The students were given time to design and create items to sell or games to play.

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“It was amazing to see the way the children organised the activities, stalls and prizes and the excitement and support from the rest of the school community,” Grade 5/6 teacher Sue Shaw said.

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But while kids are seemingly adapting well to the changes, University of South Australia child development experts say adults need to be increasingly mindful of their own reactions to the pandemic and take care when explaining the situation to children.

Associate Professor Victoria Whitington said the way a parent, teacher or other adults respond in a crisis can have significant implications for a child.

“Children need calm and stable parents and teachers, especially in uncertain times. There’s no doubt, we’re all feeling a bit unsure at the moment, but panicking and worrying in front of your kids will not improve the situation,” she said.

“Children take cues from their key attachment figures - their mums, dads, and teachers - so if they hear or see them worrying, they’ll tend to take on this worry too.

“That’s not to say that parents should avoid talking about the current health problem, rather, parents need to be mindful of how they broach the subject.

“Parents should also know that it’s okay to keep the information light and age-appropriate. For younger children, songs, games and jokes can work well to teach and remind them of what they can do to stay safe. Similarly, for older children, sitting together to watch an explainer video can also work.

“Also, appropriate to age, parents can talk with their children about the ways that they can work together to support each other, as children want to contribute.

“For example, families could talk together about what they might do as a family to support each other, so that children are team members, things such as working out fun activities for their families to do at home.”

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Award puts St Kieran’s principal top of the class

By TESSA RANDELLO

High-flyer: St Kieran’s Primary School Grade 1 student Grace bounces onto the mat.

sometimes as principal you can get stuck in your office, it has been really good for me as well,” he said.

“The kids love it, I will walk into classrooms and the kids will ask if we can do Running With Numbers and there is also brain-based research behind it, if you’re moving with your learning it really does consolidate that learning.

“The peer learning opportunities are great and we have parent

helpers who come in and also take groups.”

Mr McKenna said it is also a great way to excite students who have become disengaged with learning mathematics and physical education.

“For the kids that are not as active we will encourage them and sometimes have different groups to grow the confidence of those kids,” he said.

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ST Kieran’s Catholic Primary School principal Peter McKenna has won a state award for his Running With Numbers program.

Mr McKenna won the ACHPER Victoria 2019 Innovative HPE Program (Primary) Award, for the program he has been running at the school for five years.

Running With Numbers is a program where students primarily in Prep and Grade 1 learn mathematics skills through physical activities.

Mr McKenna said he was proud to have won the award and thoroughly enjoys spending time with students through the program.

“For me receiving the ACHPER award was affirming to know that a program like this is recognised on a state level, because it is well known in the school, but not so much outside the school,” he said.

Mr McKenna said he started to create the program when he was teaching at previous schools because “as a physical education teacher I was really keen to be on the move and I then thought, ‘if I am keen to be on the move, these kids would also be keen to move’.”

St Kieran’s students know it is time to enjoy Running With Numbers when Mr McKenna puts on a suit jacket covered in numbers, made by his mother-in-law.

Then either Mr McKenna, Grade 6 students or parent helpers take the students through up to seven dynamic, mathematic activities.

One of these activities sees the students using jumps that represent numbers to learn addition and in another they do quick maths with velcro shapes and a sprint.

“Initially when I became principal this program was a great way to know the kids because

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St Paul’s Year 8 students enjoy the great outdoors at camp

YEAR 8 students at St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School recently completed a multitude of activities at their recent camp at Lakewood Park, Banksia Peninsula, on the Gippsland Lakes.

Students enthusiastically stepped out of their comfort zone to participate in hiking, stand-up paddle boarding, sea kayaking, mountain bike riding and sailing.

The students also enjoyed one night camping out in the Lakes National Park, to experience the great outdoors.

Taking time: St Paul’s Year 8 students Josh, Nicholas, Jude and Heath. photographs supplied

Relaxing: Year 8 students Indi, Jade, Alice, Isobella and Tiger enjoy the paddle boarding.

Roughing it: Krsna and Tarah experience the great outdoors.

State titles beckon for swimmers

SEVERAL junior school students from St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School recently qualified to compete at the state swimming championships after winning their races during the regional championships.

Phoebe Balcombe placed first in the 10 years girls freestyle and backstroke; Ruby Paulet

placed first in the 12 years girls backstroke; and Brody Cargill placed first in the 11 years boys butterfly and freestyle.

The girls 10 years medley relay team, which included Phoebe Balcombe, Hallie Hughes, Morgan McConville and Ruby Paulet also placed first.

Making a splash: St Paul’s Junior School students Hallie Hughes, Morgan McConville, Phoebe Balcombe, Ruby Paulet and Brody Cargill are off to the state swimming championships after enjoying success at the recent regional championships. photograph supplied

Decades of education: Grade 5 and 6 students from St Joseph’s Primary School celebrated its 90th anniversary.

School’s major milestone

ST Joseph’s Primary School Trafalgar was established by the Sisters of St Joseph in 1930.

Classes were conducted in the church and fundraising took place throughout the community to build a two-room school.

In 1932, when the St Joseph’s school buildings were created, there were eight grades and about 30 students.

Needless to say, education, facilities and class grouping has changed during the past 90 years.

The school now boasts six classes, 122 students and more than 20 staff.

Students celebrated the school’s 90th anniversary with a liturgy in classrooms, a celebratory cake and special sausage sizzle lunch.

Party time: F/1 R class celebrated the 90th anniversary of St Joseph’s Primary School in Trafalgar.

Big day: Grade 5 and 6 students enjoyed the celebration for St Joseph’s Primary School’s 90th anniversary.

Anniversary: School leaders with buddies (left to right): Asher Hicks, Adelle Sayers, Keiran Deegan, Isabella Brown, Ivy Allen and Jye Lister.

Grand occasion: Grade F/1 BW were part of the festivities at St Joseph’s Primary School in Trafalgar. photographs supplied

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issue Before 11am Wednesday

In person:

Latrobe Valley Express 21 George St, Morwell.

Nextra Lotto Moe 1-3 Moore St, Moe. Seymour St Newsagency 83 Seymour St, Traralgon.

PLEASE NOTE: that ad payment is required prior to publication unless a full account is held with the Latrobe Valley Express.

Email:

classifieds@lvexpress.com.au PLEASE NOTE: Confirm your email if you have not received a confirmation email from us, emails ARE NOT ALWAYS RELIABLE and we don’t always receive them.

Mail:

Latrobe Valley Express, “Attention Classifieds’’ P.O. Box 536, Morwell 3840

Newsagents:

Most Newsagents act as our agents and will accept your advertisements up until the same deadlines as above.

Credit Card:

When placing your advertisement over the phone or via email you charge it to your Mastercard or Visa.

EXPRESS CLASSIFIEDS

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THE perfect fry for the perfect food. Suitable small/medium takeaway shop, surplus to our needs. One at $8,500 and Organic landscaping. Keep one at $5,300 o.n.o. Moe moisture in, keep weed Ph: 0418 367 454 . out. $25p/m. 0412 613 443.

Freecall 1800 Go Trees.

Beautiful Mulch

COLLECTABLE knives, Bowie, Rambo, survival, military and other fixed blades starting from $20.

Pocket knives from $5.

Must be 18+ yrs to buy.

Phone 0413 244 955.

FIREWOOD

If you want the best quality, best burning firewood - you need to come to Rosedale Premium Firewood 5199 2869.

FIREWOOD

Mixed species $115, mixed box $140, kindling $10. EFTPOS avail. Deliv. avail. Ph 0427 502 086.

Fridge/Freezer

Westinghouse, white, W500-H1540-D550 good cond. ideal bar fridge. $120 o.n.o. 5166 1451

NEWSPRINT REEL ENDS

Yallourn North

2 Murray Road. Saturday and Sunday 9am-3pm.

Household items and furniture.

Wanted To Buy

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Tools Tools Tools

Price: $11 GST incl.

Available at the

Any type of tools, garden etc. Fishing gear and collectables, cash paid.

Ph 0458 198 541.

Latrobe Valley Express Office

21 George Street Morwell

Livestock

Enquiries: 5135 4444

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FARRIER

TURN YOUR CLUTTER INTO CASH!

Tailored hoof care, qualified farrier - Tayla Wells. Ph 0400 783 653.

Advertise your unwanted goods in the Latrobe Valley Express for EXTRA CASH

HORSES WANTED

5135 4455

Public Notices

GUITAR LESSONS

Gippsland Guitar School, all ages, 8-80, beginners to advanced, banjo and ukulele lessons also available. 0439 111 610.

Responsibility Please check your ad

Please check your ad on the first day and bring any errors to the attention of the Classifieds Department immediately.

The Latrobe Valley Express makes every effort to avoid errors.

We regret that we cannot be responsible for any errors beyond the first day if you fail to bring it to our attention.

No allowances can be made for errors not materially affecting the effectiveness of the ad.

Position cannot will not be guaranteed.

All claims for adjustment of credit must be made within seven days after billing date.

We reserve the right to revise or restrict any ad we deem objectionable and to change the classification when necessary to conform to the policy of this newspaper.

In the event an ad is omitted from publication, we assume no liability for such omission.

0418 202 202

Public Notices

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*FREE farm clean ups

Phone Steve - 0411 556 746 7 day service

*Conditions apply - LMCT 10304W

Find us on the internet - www.alexscott.com.au Email - warragul@alexscott.com.au

ONLY $12.90 - for one edition or $25.80 - 3 for the price of 2

Lease

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Classifieds

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CLASSIFIEDS 5135 4455 Travellers Rest Hotel

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Installs, Free quotes, Send drawings or other Company's quotes For an estimate call 0431 578 459 or email info@weekend cabinets.com.au

Public Notices

• Lawns Mowed

Big and small.

0429 977 323.

Phone

Adult Services

The board of directors of the Yinnar Community Hotel Co-operative Ltd advise that the whereabouts of the members listed below are unknown for at least 3 years.

In accordance with the Co-operatives Act 1996 the board proposes that unless the members listed make contact in writing as advised below before 5.00pm on 30 April 2020 their memberships will be cancelled, and any amounts invested or owing to the said members will be forfeited.

Onsite 23/4/2020 @ 2pm

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LOCAL REPRESENTATIVES

FORTHCOMING SALES

KITCHENS LAUNDRIES WARDROBES VANITIES

We would like to advise the Annual General Meeting scheduled for Sunday 29 March 2020 has been cancelled due to the restriction of COVID-19.

Both the Maltese Centre and Maltese Museum will be closed until further notice.

All members will be advised by mail for any future changes.

Tom Seymour . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 0413 590 906 Mark Malacarne.. .. .. .. .. .. .. 0418 654 590 Saturday 21st March, Clearing Sale A/c Estate of G.L Marriott, 13 Webbs Road, Shady Creek.

Outside entries invited.

Thursday 26th March, Koonwarra Store Sale.

Thursday 2nd April, Pakenham Store Sale.

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Maltese Community Centre Latrobe Valley

46 Queen Street, Warragul Phone (03) 5623 4744 - Fax 5623 6723

For Sale Adverts Place a 6 line “For Sale’’ section classified ad with the goods to the TOTAL VALUE OF $200 or LESS and you receive the ad for HALF PRICE!

Due to current circumstances regarding social distancing and not visiting hospitals or newborns, Latrobe Valley Express has suspended visits to Latrobe Regional Hospital to the baby photos.

Instead, parents are welcome to email a copy of your newborn photos for publication to our editorial staff - news@lvexpress.com.au with the subject line ‘baby photo’.

Please include the following details: ● Baby’s first and middle name/s ● Baby’s surname ● DOB ● Mothers maiden name ● Mother and Fathers names ● Location of Hospital ● Hometown

REAL ESTATE, STOCK & STATION AGENTS

HALF PRICE

Public Notices

HELLO BABY

MONDAY’S EDITION OF THE EXPRESS

Our doors are closed but it doesn’t mean we are not here.

We are planning safe ways to connect and support our community during this difficult time.

(Gippsland)

B & H Scrap Removals *WE BUY and REMOVE OLD CARS and SCRAP METAL

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Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House

Phone Dave

and put an ad in the paper TODAY!

www.bandhscrapmetals.com.au

Public Notices

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The members required to make contact are: Estate of Colin Webster Ann Maree Stoertebecker Suzanne J Mitchell Julian Kessner RWC Brister Estate of George Firmin Newman Sandy Royce Lyle Bond Michael Fox James Alexander Shaw Thomas Dean Webster Allison Langmaid (Newberry) Marlene Turner Signed, written confirmation from the affected members of their contact details and their intention to comply with the active member requirements of the Act or their request to resign as members must be forwarded to: The Secretary Yinnar Community Hotel Co-operative Ltd c/o LSH Accounting PO Box 600 Morwell Vic 3840 In the event that no response is received by 5.00pm on 30 April 2020 the board will proceed to cancel the memberships of the said members.

Any telephone enquiries should be directed to LSH Accounting on 5134 4955.

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''Notice to advertisers and respondents'' Voicemail introductions advertisements and voice messages may only be submitted by persons 18 years and older.

When making contact with people for the first time, it is advisable to meet in a public place and let a member of your family or a trusted friend know where you will be.

We would advise readers and advertisers to exercise caution and giving out personal details. This will be respected by genuine respondents.

Home Maintenance

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AAA H & G Concreting

When you want a quality job at an affordable price, big or small, give Henry a call. Garages, driveways, footpaths and crossovers.

Phone 0409 236 210.

BATHROOMS

Top quality workmanship at affordable prices. Free design and quote. Call Jack on 0419 977 655.

GAS APPLIANCE REPAIRS and INSTALLATIONS Hot Water Services, Heaters, Cookers, Ovens and all other gas appliances Domestic and Commercial

Ph 5176 6657

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All classifications before 12.30pm Friday, except for Personal Notices, which includes Deaths and Funerals, may be placed up until 5pm Friday Funeral Services only may place Death and Funeral notices up until 7.30am Monday mornings

MOE SOUTH, House 1, 109 Service Rd. Sat. and Sun. 28 and 29 March.

7.30am, no early callers, furniture, household goods, clothes etc.

For lease, in prime Moe/Newborough area.

Best prices. Call Manager Ph. 0413 290 968.

For Sale

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Land Agistment

Garage Sales

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For Sale

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Duct Cleaning

Gippsland Clean Duct.

Phone 0418 595 533.

ELECTRICIAN

Specialising in all domestic work. REC.4188. Ph Peter 0438 177 153 or Carol 5126 2110.

EXPERIENCED TILER

Floor, walls, waterproofing, bathroom renovations. 30 yrs exp. Great job, great rates. Des 0407 332 356.

FENCING

Quality paling fencing.

Over 20 years experience.

Ph Darren 0408 365 940.

MC TRUCK DRIVER - WARRAGUL

Non-smoker, Traralgon area. Ph. 0458 526 659

JOHNO'S MOWING

Gardening and rubbish removal. Newborough, Moe and Morwell. Phone 0413 834 352.

JS PAINTING

Specialising in commercial, residential work, over 30 years experience. For prompt and reliable service to all the Gippsland region phone Joe 0421 374 463.

MIB PLUMBING

Mick Bloomfield. General plumbing, guttering, gas fitting, roofing, spouting, drainage, sewerage, burst pipes, renovations, bathrooms, hot water services. For prompt and reliable service call Bloomy 0402 077 605.

Need a Plumber?

Small jobs, hot water, toilets, taps, roofing.

Phone 0437 759 224.

SECURITY DOORS

Get your security doors in Colorbond colors. Call Lennie on 0438 850 287.

TREE REMOVALS GIPPSLAND ARBORICULTURE SPECIALISTS

Pruning, stump grinding, hedging, insured and qualified Beat any genuine written quote

Brent 0403 080 315 SERVICING ALL AREAS

UPHOLSTERY

Domestic, auto, marine and caravans. Phone Dallas on 0448 354 586.

Employment Services

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ELITE RESUMES

Professional resume writing - resumes, letters, selection criterias. Phone 0413 380 899. eliteresume1@gmail.com

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Latrobe Valley Village INC.

Dynamic and forward thinking Board â&#x2014;? Support innovation in Mental Health Service Delivery â&#x2014;? Contribute to a not-for-profit in your local community within Australia Inc. (formerly known as SNAP Gippsland Inc.) is a Community Managed Mental Health Service that has been delivering innovative, person centred Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery programs to adults with a serious and persistent Mental Illness their families and carers since 1992. within Australia Inc. are seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from suitably qualified and experienced members of the community to become volunteer members of our Board of Governance.

Applicants with skills and expertise in one or more of the following areas would be highly regarded: â&#x2014;?

Health Sector â&#x2014;?

IT Sector Tenure is for a three year period.

For further information please contact Kirstie Pearce, Board Secretary on phone: 1300 737 412.

Email your expression of interest including resume to: kirstie.pearce@withinaustralia.org.au.

For more information about within Australia see: www.withinaustralia.org.au â&#x2014;?

GIPPSLAND & EAST GIPPSLAND ABORIGINAL CO-OPERATIVE LTD

REGISTERED NURSES Division 1

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 maybe obtained by phoning 5127 7488 during office hours Applications close 9th April 2020.

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.

Senior AOD Clinician

All appointees are required to have a valid Working with Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Check and Police check before commencing work in this organisation.

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DELIVERERS WTD

Would you like to deliver the Latrobe Valley Express newspaper to individual homes on EXPRESS Monday and Thursday afternoons in Morwell, Traralgon, Moe, Newborough and Churchill? Please apply to the Circulation Manager 5136 5700.

Please note: Children must be 11 years or over as we will need to apply for a government Child 4WD Employment Permit.

Children younger than 11 cannot or will not be NISSAN Pathfinder, 2001, accepted. Adult deliverers reg. till Sept. 2020, in good condition, RDZ-739, also welcome. $3500 without RWC. Phone: 0497 164 798.

Motor Mart

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TOYOTA HILUX

SR5, 2015, 86,000km, set-up for towing, many extras, 1GA-1PZ $38,000.

Ph 0410 306 804.

Situations Vacant

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Book Keeper / Accountant Administrator

Full-Time Position - Immediate Start Professional and dynamic environment Salary based on experience V&K Engineering is recognised as a long standing construction and manufacturing company based in Moe. The role involves looking after day to day administration duties including reception and various bookkeeping tasks.

To be eligible for this exciting opportunity, you must be proficient in using Reckon (including payroll) Quickbooks and Microsoft applications with strong Excel skills. In addition, you must have solid experience and knowledge in payroll, superannuation, BAS preparation and simple debt collection.

Experience in a similar role within the construction industry will be highly regarded.

In return, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package and be part of a great team environment.

Forward your resume to: Email: val@vkengineering.com.au â&#x2014;?

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ICU/PICU Nurses (Division I) Wanted for home care in Leongatha area who love the outdoors and having fun!

Due to nature of program, females are encouraged to apply.

Please contact Patrik on 0410 942 230 or email patrik@intensive careathome.com

Dual Diagnosis Clinician

This challenging yet rewarding position will place you at the front line of supporting, advocating and empowering individuals of Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander background with complex substance abuse. Your extensive experience will place you in a senior clinical role overseeing a small team of AOD workers and working one on one with forensic clients. This role will sit within a diverse team of staff in a warm and friendly environment which focuses on community wellbeing.

Applications for the above positions will close at 5pm on Friday 3rd April 2020.

A copy of the position descriptions and the GEGAC application form can be obtained at GEGAC reception - ph 5150 0700; by contacting hr@gegac.org.au or by following the below link for all of GEGACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current vacancies. https://gegac.bamboohr.com/jobs/ Applications must be emailed to hr@gegac.org.au or sent to: Human Resources Gippsland & East Gippsland Aboriginal Co-operative PO Box 634, Bairnsdale Vic. 3875 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Situations Vacant

V&K Engineering Pty Ltd

The Gippsland and East Gippsland Aboriginal Co-operative provide people centered health and other community based services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

We are seeking enthusiastic and suitably qualified applicants for the following positions at GEGAC. This challenging yet rewarding positions will put you at the front line of supporting, advocating and empowering individuals with high complex needs.

This role will sit within a diverse team of skilled staff in a warm and friendly environment which focuses on community wellbeing. The position is based at Lakes Entrance Aboriginal Health Service (LEAHA)

Much hardship and difficulty is caused to job seekers by misleading advertising placed in the employment columns.

Our Situations Vacant columns are reserved for advertisements which carry a specific and genuine offer of employment. Ads for `Business Opportunities' and `Training Courses' and `Employment Services' should be submitted under those headings.

Placing misleading ads is an offence against the Trades Practices Act and state/territory fair trading acts and all advertisements are subject to the publisher's approval. For further advice, contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission on 1300 302 502 or your state consumer affairs agency.

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Expression of Interest

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Situations Vacant

ADVERTISERS PLEASE NOTE:

Immediate start available.

We are a local, 2nd generation family run business with over 53 years' experience that promotes a positive and safe working environment.

We are the largest Brick and Paver distributor in the Gippsland area and are now seeking a MC Truck Driver on a full time basis.

We require an experienced competent Truck Driver for our family run business driving a B Double tautliner. Based in Warragul, delivering to both Melbourne and Gippsland region.

Applicants must have: â&#x2014;? MC License with minimum of 2 years driving experience. â&#x2014;? Own transport to get to work. â&#x2014;? Be prepared to undertake medical, drug and alcohol testing. â&#x2014;? White card advantageous. â&#x2014;? Forklift license advantageous.

The successful applicant should be fit, well presented and punctual with good time management and organizational skills.

If you would like to be part of a friendly team envrioment and meet all of the above criteria, please contact: Darren on 0408 399 672 or email: kmurray@buildpro.com.au

HANDYMAN

Home Maintenance call Justin on 0409 479 737.

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Does your home need new doors? I can supply and install doors/locks, incl. security doors. Over 32 years exp. Free quote, call Lennie 0438 850 287.

Situations Vacant

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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST INTERNAL AUDIT & RISK SERVICES

East Gippsland Region Water Corporation invites Expression of Interest from individuals and/or organisations for the provision of internal audit and risk services.

Internal Audit of the Corporation will report to the Audit and Risk Committee with the aim of improving processes, functions and operations to meet best governance practice and to assist with risk analysis, assessment and mitigation.

The period of agreement will commence 1 July 2020 for a minimum of 3 years, with extension options negotiated with the successful applicant.

Details of the internal services are included in the Corporation's Internal Audit Standard Operating Procedure which must be read in conjunction with the Audit & Risk Committee Charter.

Expressions of Interest must address the assessment criteria and include information requested in the Expression of Interest response form.

These documents are available on the Corporation's website www.egwater.vic.gov.au or by contacting David Radford on 03 5150 4400.

Expressions of Interest will be received up until close of business Friday 3rd April 2020.

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse inclusive and flexible workplace, we strongly encourage applications from experienced women and men, people with disabilities, LGBTI, ATSI, culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with communities in which we live and work.

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Caravans

TOYOTA Prado, 2008, 3L turbo, 6 speed man, b/bar, winch, electric windows, cruise control, power steering. 293,000 km YWG-682 $16,000 with r.w.c. or $15,000 no r.w.c.

Ph. 0459 461 211.

Motorcycles

• BMW 2008

R1200 RT SE, r.w.c. reg. till Dec. 2020 $4300 o.n.o.

Ph 0448 777 445.

Caravans

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Cars

Engagements

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ENGAGEMENT NOTICES

MAZDA BRAVO

2006, diesel, turbo, 5-spd manual with slide-on solar shower and toilet, RWC, UEF-480. $23,950. Phone 0428 374 338.

AUDI A3, 2002, Auto, very clean and tidy, drives well, RWC, a/c, 4 new tyres, new batt, rego. till April 20, 129,038 km, QPA-791, $3990 ono. Ph: SOLD 0413 215 235.

These notices MUST be signed by either party, a parent or guardian.

Deaths

• MITSUBISHI Pajero, 2013, NW VR-X wag., 7 seat, 5dr, sports auto, 5sp, 4x4, 3.2DT, 247,102km, 4 cyl., reg. 6/20, immac. cond, one owner, r.w.c. ZUM-134 $21,888. 0419 898 151.

ACT cruiser, caravan, 4 berth, 3-way fridge, LED lights, override hydraulic brakes, light weight, $4000 o.n.o Phone 0407 301 829.

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MOTORHOME

Winnebago '04 Mercedes, totally fitted for free camping, 90,000km, UTP-486, $69,000 ONO. Ph: 0409 342 432

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CONNELLY, Thomas.

27/4/1989 - 20/3/2020.

Passed away suddenly on Friday 20 March 2020.

Beloved son of Brenda and Kerry, Loved and loving partner of Jasmine.

Loving father of Jett, Chais and Noah. Beloved brother of Adam, Kelly and Ashlee.

Will be sadly missed by all his nieces and nephews.

Forever in our Hearts Private Family Funeral.

HOLDEN Statesman, MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON MORWELL 5134 4937 2002, silver, 290,000 km, Place your tribute on velvet seats, 2 owner car, latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au RPM-931, $5000. Phone: Caravans and pop-tops, 0438 744 078.

1970s - mid 2000 models.

GORDON, Brian Anthony.

Tired of waiting for buyers?

Passed away 24 March Phone now, cash paid. Trucks 2020.

Affordable Caravans 0418 Aged 59 years & Tractors For sale at Sale Motor 336 238, 5623 4782.

Village, $98,000. Phone Beloved youngest son of 0437 089 484.

Joe and Ellen (both dec.).

Dearly loved brother of Kevin (dec.), Glen, Adrian Situations Vacant (dec.), Adrianne, Lindsay, Yvonne (dec.), Geoffrey, Josephine and their families.

Loving Father of Krystal Advertise your and Hayden.

GELANGSI, 2wd, Tractor, Adored Poppy of Aaron, 30 HP diesel, 3 point Nevaeh, Tyrion and linkage, $6,000 o.n.o. Khais.

Ph: 0407 808 860.

Reunited with his Mother, Father, Brothers and with us to MAKE THE MOST of Sister.

Marine your media coverage Private Family Funeral.

WANTED NOW

CABIN

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AD A billboard of job vacancies is delivered right to the door every Monday and Thursday to potential candidates

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1999 Mustang 2600 Cruiser, currently moored Gippsland Lakes, trailerable, needs some work and TLC $26,000 firm. Phone 0428 675 842.

5135 4455 ARBORIST / GROUNDSMEN REQUIRED We are currently seeking workers to join our team on a full - time/casual basis.

Based in the Morwell/Traralgon area we are a company offering superior Arborist services to residential, business and government clients.

Arborist (full-time) In this role you will be completing jobs to a daily schedule in a supervisory role.

To be successful it is essential that you have the following: ● Relevant qualification ● Tree work experience, relevant tickets ● Current driver's licence ● Reliable referees ● Undergo police check/medical check Groundsmen (fulltime/casual) In this role you will be completing jobs to a daily schedule.

To be successful it is essential that you have the following: ● 2-3 years' experience in the tree industry ● Relevant tickets ● Current drivers licence ● Reliable referees ● Undergo police check/medical check We are offering: ● Negotiable salary and benefits to match your experience and commitment levels ● A dynamic and professional work environment ● Development and training opportunities Please forward application to admin@flemingstrees.com.au

Personals Planning a Wedding?

Latrobe Valley Express

Wedding Planner Now Available

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Classifieds

EXPRESS

LeBROC, Stanley. ("Stan the man").

Passed away in his sleep on Saturday 21 March 2020.

Loved and loving husband of Elsie.

Loving father of Caroline, Richard (dec.), Michael and Jennifer.

Well loved grandfather and great grandfather.

Rest In Peace Private Family Funeral.

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

In Memoriam

Featuring Gippsland’s Premiere Wedding Specialists Collect your FREE COPY when you place your engagement notice in the Express Classifieds!

View on-line at www.lvexpress.com.au

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WRIGHT, Martin.

On behalf of the Wright family, we would like to offer our sincere gratitude and thanks to our family and friends for the sympathy and comfort we have received in the passing of our much loved son and brother Martin Wright. Harry, Diana, Karen and Kerry.

MEERS, James.

Helen and family wish to express their sincere thanks to those who attended Jim's funeral service, sent flowers, cards, phone calls, messages and the support following Jim's passing.

Special thanks to Dr Bernardo and the Saint Luke's team, L.R.H. Chemo and radiation Departments and to LCHS Palliative Care whose support during this time has been greatly appreciated.

We also wish to thank: Reverend Joedy Meers, Tiffany's Florist, Tripodi & Co Fruit Depo and Paul Blake for their assistance fulfilling Jim's wishes regarding his funeral arrangements.

Please accept this as our personal thanks.

What can you do • when WE ARE words are HERE not FOR YOU IN YOUR enough?

Funeral Directors

TIME OF LOSS

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

GORDON, Brian.

Passed away 24/3/2020.

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Glen and Catherine.

Loved uncle of Tammy, Kerrie, Bradley, Natalie, Ashley and their families.

Keeping you in touch with the employment ket market

Bereavement Thanks

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O'REILLY, Hilda.

17/2/1925 - 26/3/2016.

Treasured memories are ours to keep, of a beautiful, lovely, kind and caring Mum, Nan and Great Nan. Love you always Alice, Leon (dec.), Tony (dec.), Mario, Tan and Karina.

O'REILLY, Hilda.

My mind still talks to you and my heart still looks for you, but my soul knows you're at peace.

Love you for infinity Love your grandaughter Tan.

LatrobeValley Funeral Services has been helping the local community through the tough times for more than 70 years Contact one of our consultants or visit our website for more details

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

FUNERAL SERVICES

For friendly advice on how to place your message contact

www.latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au

The Classified Department

LATROBE VALLEY

MOE 5126 1111 MORWELL 5134 4937 TRARALGON 5174 2258

Julie Harwood

Funerals Local family-owned independent funeral directors. Bringing 25 years experience to the Valley. Based in Traralgon, we care for client families from Melbourne to Sale and everywhere in between.

We offer practical, affordable and sensible funeral solutions.

Both at need and pre paid.

Dignity and professionalism without breaking the bank.

CREMATION PACKAGES FROM $1980 www.julieharwoodfunerals.com.au

For 24/7 support 0405 669 532

5135 4455

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Harriers weekly runs postponed ATHLETICS

THE WEEKLY Traralgon Harriers runs have been postponed due to the coronavirus crisis.

The club’s president and committee posted a statement to the Harriers’ Facebook page on Monday.

“In consideration of federal and state directives, and advice from the chief medical officer in regards to the coronavirus,Traralgon Harriers has postponed its official Thursday runs, at this stage until April 16, with the possibility, dependent upon advice, that this postponement will be extended beyond that date,” the statement reads.

“The current situation is obviously unprecedented and is impacting all areas of our lives, and although our weekly runs attract under 100 runners and are outside, this decision is the responsible one to make for the health and wellbeing of all the club’s members and the public.

“The physical and mental health of our membership is of prime concern, along with the welfare of the community, and we have faith that we will be back running and sharing valued friendships in the not too distant future.

“We will continue to update our position.

“To all, be safe, be kind and stay healthy.”

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Ainsworth a bright spot in Suns defeat AFL

By GREGOR MACTAGGART

MORWELL’S Ben Ainsworth impressed, but on the whole it was a tough night for his Gold Coast Suns to open the now postponed AFL season.

The 22-year-old opened his fourth campaign with the Queensland-based club by gathering 15 possessions and booting a goal in Saturday night’s 47-point loss to Port Adelaide at Metricon Stadium.

Ainsworth had 12 kicks and three handballs, took six marks and laid two tackles on a difficult night for Gold Coast, who had been touted as a possible improver in 2020.

The Suns did play three first-gamers in Matt Rowell (19 possessions), Noah Anderson (12) and Connor Budarick (eight).

But former Lowanna College student Sam Flanders missed out on an opening round debut.

Traralgon’s Tim Membrey also experienced a losing start to the season, when his Saints went down in a two-point thriller to North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.

St Kilda led by 29 points at the main break, but the Roos charged home, booting six of the game’s last seven goals in the 8.8 (56) to 7.12 (54) victory.

Membrey kicked one goal following a game where he finished with six kicks and five marks.

Despite impressive pre-season form and a fine performance in his home town of Morwell in the Emergency Services clash with St Kilda, Morwell’s Changkuoth Jiath was unable to force his way into the Hawthorn team for the season opener against the Brisbane Lions.

The Hawks trailed at the first change, but looked impressive from then on, winning 14.6 (90) to 9.8 (62) with Luke Breust, Shaun Burgoyne and Chad Wingard all kicking three goals.

Game, set, match: The Traralgon Tennis Association has temporarily shut its gates as coronavirus spreads.

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Tennis courts now closed TENNIS

THE Traralgon Tennis Association has temporarily closed its gates as the coronavirus outbreak spreads.

Taking to Facebook, the club said it was pleased to be able to hold court with social distancing and hygiene guidelines in place, but had

moved to shut in accordance with governing body recommendations.

“Up until now theTraralgon Tennis Association has been endeavouring to provide you with a little bit of normality in keeping our comps going in line with Tennis Australia’s guidelines,” the TTA said.

“With what has happened

over the last few days, after much discussion today the consensus of the board is that we will shut down all club organised/sanctioned competitions and or activities. “(This is) effectively immediately, until at least the end of the school holidays.”

The TTA initially shut down all Tennis Victoria

and Tennis Australia administered competitions and tournaments, but the restrictions now include club-based activities. “’We will reassess the situation towards the end of the school holidays,” it said.

“The main concern of the Traralgon Tennis Association is everyone’s safety. Now is

the time to stay at home, do the hard yards for the next month or so and hopefully flatten the curve of this virus.

“The more we social distance over the next month the quicker our lives can try and get some normality back and our local businesses can continue to operate as normal.”

Tokyo Olympics moved to 2021 IN BRIEF

OLYMPICS: The Summer Olympics in Tokyo have been postponed by one year.

Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced he had requested the postponement after a teleconference with International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach.

“I asked if the IOC could consider postponement for around a year and Mr Bach said he was 100 per cent in agreement,” Mr Abe said.

“The Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games will be held at the latest by the summer of 2021 - and [Mr Bach] agreed with that.

“The move came after countries including Australia and Canada announced they would not be sending Olympic teams in response to the coronavirus crisis.”

Success for Churchill trainer GREYHOUNDS:

Churchill greyhound trainer Aaron Farley enjoyed a successful trip to Warragul on Tuesday.

The Farley-trained Gypsy Hook was a tough winner Page 30 — The Latrobe Valley Express, Thursday, 26 March, 2020

Success: Morwell Tigers Yinnar Raiders captain/coach Liam Maynard and president Jeff Knowles hoist the LVDCL Premier A Grade trophy after a special presentation last week.

The coronavirus saw the competition abandon all grand finals with Raiders declared premiers after finishing the regular season on top of the ladder.

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of the Top Gun Images Restricted Win event (460m).

Gypsy Hook ($6.10) enjoyed a great run from box two and overhauled plucky Willow Groveprepared outsider Mt View Audrey in a driving finish.

The daughter of Dyna Double One took her career

record to four wins from 25 starts.

Mark down Earn The Magic as a greyhound to follow.

The speedy son of Barcia Bale, prepared by Lyn Smith at Nambrok, stretched his unbeaten career record to three with a powerful win..

Earn The Magic ($2.00fav) led throughout in a Mixed 6/7 Heat (400m) from box two to win by 3 1/2 lengths.

Tighter horse racing controls HORSE RACING:

Trainers and jockeys

entering Victoria from interstate will have to quarantine for 14 days under tough new travel restrictions announced by Racing Victoria on Tuesday night.

The controls were tightened as horse racing attempts to continue through the coronavirus pandemic.

The key new measure, which comes into effect from 6pm (AEST) today, will see jockeys, trainers, their staff, essential race day staff, regardless of the means of transport, be forced to quarantine and not access race meetings, training centres or any other licenced premises for 14 days if they have arrived from interstate.

While there are tough restrictions on industry participants, horse movement to and from Victoria remains permitted with discussions continuing between RV, government and industry stakeholder groups around the appropriate protocols to govern this.

Racing Victoria boss Giles Thompson said yesterday the thoroughbred racing industry won’t be arrogant in its fight to keep racing under the cloud of COVID-19.

Nudge the way to a memorable win

HORSE RACING

By GREGOR MACTAGGART

EMERGING galloper Nudge Bar delivered a memorable victory for connections at Mornington last Saturday.

Trained at Moe by Peter Gelagotis, the four-year-old was given a peach of a ride by apprentice jockey Thomas Stockdale in the $75,000 Neds Same Race Multi Benchmark 78 Handicap (1600m).

Nudge Bar ($5.50) had been kept

safe with punters following a luckless run in his previous start at Moonee Valley and produced a tough run to nail Sentimentalist by a nose following a driving finish.

Stable spokesperson Manny Gelagotis said the result was a welcome one.

“The horse was very unlucky at Moonee Valley last week, he barely got into a gallop and decided to back him up because the calendar looked a bit light on,” he said post-race.

Premiers: Churchill took out Section 9 of the Latrobe Valley Tennis Association’s junior competition.

“He was extremely well weighted.

Down to 52.5kg, always liked the horse, good result. Terrific effort, great ride.”

Gelagotis explained his family and the Stockdales go back many years, adding another layer to the significance of the triumph.

“It’s great for Thomas, we’ve got a bit of history there,” he said.

“I know his parents well, I went to school with his mum, Letitia, she will be watching and Rob, so there’s a friendship

and connection there. It’s great to see Thomas ride a winner for us.”

The success completed a winning treble for Stockdale, lifting his career tally to 102.

“It’s always good to get a winner, let alone three on (Mornington) Cup Day,” he said.

“The boys are good friends of my mum from back in the high school days, so it was definitely good to get a winner for them.

Top team: Willow Grove Gold defeated Willow Grove Green in Section 8.

“He was very stiff last start when he couldn’t get out and I knew the horse was right going into today, we had an economical run throughout and I knew I got the bob in on the line.”

Nudge Bar took his career record to four wins from 14 appearances with the win, lifting his prizemoney to $144,700 for an ownership group which includes the Woodgate family from Buchan and a number based in Singapore.

All smiles: Pax South defeated Traralgon Maroon in Section 6.

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Grand finals close out bumper season of social tennis on Monday and Wednesday night; as well as two sections of Saturday afternoon tennis The senior grand finals were held at Pax Hill on Saturday afternoon.

In Section 1, Glengarry defeated Pax Hill, while in Section 2, Toongabbie defeated Moe. Congratulations to all players.

TENNIS

LATROBE Valley Tennis Association staged its grand finals last Saturday.

The junior finals had a slightly different feel this year.

Instead of 300-plus players and spectators arriving at Traralgon, the junior finals were played over five different venues (Willow Grove, Moe, Morwell, Churchill and Traralgon) to reduce crowd sizes at any one place; but this did not dampen the enthusiasm of the players.

The traditional end-ofmatch handshakes were replaced with racquet taps.

There were many close matches and all players tried their hearts out.

The quality of tennis was outstanding and the spectators were well and truly entertained.

Congratulations to all players.

Title triumphs: Traralgon South defeated Morwell in the Section 3 grand final.

The 2019-20 season saw the return of senior action

to the Latrobe Valley Tennis Association.

The association has been running two sections

Junior grand final results: Section 1: Traralgon Green (5-33) d Pax Gabbie (1-22).

Section 2: Traralgon Green (3-28) d Pax Hill (3-24).

Section 3: Traralgon South (4-27) d Morwell (2-27).

Section 4: Moe Blue (5-34) d Pax Garry (1-17).

Section 5: Traralgon Maroon (3-28) d Traralgon White (3-22).

Section 6: Pax South (3-27) d Traralgon Maroon (3-25).

Section 7: Yinnar (6-36) d Thorpdale (0-12).

Section 8: Willow Grove Gold (5-28) d Willow Grove Green (1-14).

Section 9: Churchill (5-22) d Pax Garry (1-11).

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