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Showgrounds AGM

■ The Yea Showgrounds and Recreation Reserve Committee of Management will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Monday (Sept. 9) from 7pm at the Yea Tennis Club Rooms, Yea Recreation Reserve.

Josh is missing

■ Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing Warrandyte teen Josh McCudden. The 14-year-old was last seen at a sporting reserve on Taroona Ave, Warrandyte about 1pm on Saturday, August 24.

Police and family have concerns for his welfare due to his age and the length of time he has been missing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Eltham Police Station on 9430 4500.

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Glenburn meeting

■ The Glenburn Community Centre Committee of Management will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, October 3 from 7.30pm. The Committee will be calling for the President position to be filled. Nominations will be taken at the meeting.

Where is Bonnie?

■ Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing Epping teenager Bonnie Farquhar. The 14-year-old was last seen at a Cooper St address on Sunday at 2pm.

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Photos: Ash Long

Around The Grounds: Semi-Finals Photos: Ash Long

Kinglake B-Grade v Powelltown ● Kinglake B-Grade sub Taryn Jennings played Centre against Powelltown.

Yea v Seville ● Nikki Watts (Yea) takes possession in the A-Grade 2nd Semi-Final.

Kinglake v Powelltown

Yea v Seville ● Anticipation as Abby Christie’s goal-shot comes true in D-Grade.

● Kinglake’s Jack Crowe and Krys Douglas played at Mount Evelyn.

Alexandra v Seville

Alexandra v Powelltown ● Mandy Gesler attempts a complex goal for the C-Grade game with Seville.

Kinglake v Powelltown ● Kinglake’s Andrew Fairchild challenged by Daniel Hajder and William Dore.

● Tara Heard (Alexandra D-Grade) is watched closely by Jess Morris.

Gembrook-Cockatoo v Yarra Junction ● Gembrook-Cockatoo Reserves went down by one point to Yarra Junction.

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Local Briefs Blessings allowed

■ The Wangaratta Anglican Diocese has voted to bless same-sex marriages, two years after Australia legalised the unions.

The vote means clergy in the Wangaratta Diocese can bless members of the LGBTIQ+ community if they want.

Rebels Notes ■ Division Two Finals continue this coming Saturday with C-Grade to play Yarra Glen in a Preliminary Final at Monbulk, with the winner to progress to the Grand Final and take on Seville at Yarra Glen.

Last Thursday's Rebel Rafflessaw George Anderson unsuccessful at finding the Holmesglen @ Eildon Joker Jackpot, other winners were Reddrops Foodworks / Houseboat Sales Lake Eildon - Darren Gregg, Eildon Bakery / Outdoor Education Group Terry Hall and Andrew Walker, Alexandra Quality Meats / AFNC canteen - Elizabeth Kidd, Yea Chinese Restaurant / Bailey Funerals - Paul Wallis.

The Holmesglen @ Eildon Jackpot will be worth $500 this week so come along and buy some tickets at $1 each but you need to be at the Club rooms at 8pm for the draw.

This coming Thursday, training will continue for the C-Grade netball team, the bar will be open and meals will be available, everyone is welcome.

The Alexandra Football-Netball Club Senior Presentation function is on Saturday, October 5 at the Marysville Vibe.

- Ray Steyger Match reports in Sports section

Meals On Wheels ■ Nillumbik Councillor Grant Brooker last week joined volunteers delivering Meals on Wheels to recipients around the Shire, in celebration of National Meals on Wheels Day. Nillumbik’s Meals on Wheels program delivers more than 680 meals to 45 clients each month across Nutfield, Wattle Glen, Diamond Creek, Eltham, Kangaroo Ground, Research, Doreen, Yarrambat and Greensborough. Meals are delivered by 21 dedicated volunteers.

Letter to the Editor 22% rate increase Sir, I am sure you are aware that once again there has been an increase in the cost of our rates. But I wish to comment further as I am almost speechless regarding mine.

I have just received mine and the [Murrindindi] Shire has seen fit to increase the value of my property by 48 per cent (even though nothing has been done to it since the fires 10years ago).

This increase has equated to a 22 per cent increase to the total cost for this next year.

Have I seen any reason for this increase?

Has there been any improvements in my region to warrant this increase? The answer is a resounding NO. The only service that I see of any use to me is my rubbish, over the past 11 years, being collected once a week. Otherwise I see very little else.

As a comparison. My mother resides in Mornington in a house on a fifth of the land that I have and a has property valued double mine who then pays a quarter of what I do.

Please explain?

And do not come out with something like “it is a lifestyle” choice and there are less people in this Shire to ‘foot the bills’.

There may be more people in Mum’s Shire but they enjoy far, FAR, more than we do in respect to services and infrastructure.

I purchased here only because on a single income it was all I could afford. Prices closer to the city being too much.

I had not counted on the far, far higher cost of living that would come about after that decision. Rates especially not being as ridiculous as they are now.

This has to stop. $45 per week for what?

- Angelina van der Horst, Kinglake

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Lovell seeks funds to upgrade Kinglake West ■ Wendy Lovell, The MLC for Northern Victoria (Liberal), has called for State Government funding to upgrade facilities and equipment at the Kinglake West Fire Brigade.

Speaking during a recent adjournment debate in State Parliament, Ms Lovell sought a commitment from the Minister for Emergency Services Lisa Neville to allocate funding to the Kinglake West Fire Brigade to complete an upgrade of the fire station and replace the current CFA supplied tanker, which is nearly 20 years old.

The Kinglake West Fire Brigade moved into its current location on the WhittleseaKinglake Rd in 1977.

The station consisted of a two-bay engine room, a communications office, a small kitchen and meeting room and one toilet.

Apart from a CFA funded engine bay door, all upgrades or improvements since the station was established have been funded and completed by brigade members and the local community.

The current facilities and said to pose safety hazards for members who are at risk of being hit by departing and arriving vehicles when accessing their personal protection equipment.

When it rains a leaking roof leads to water pooling in the engine bay causing members to slip, particularly when preparing to attend an emergency situation.

“The heroic work of members of the Kinglake West Fire Brigade during the Black Saturday bushfires will never be forgotten,” Ms Lovell said.

“It is unacceptable that the current condition of the facilities at the Kinglake West Fire Brigade are putting brigade members at even more risk whilst they work to protect their community.

“Virtually all work to improve the station over the years has been funded and completed by members and the local Kinglake West community.

“For the sake of member’s safety and to ensure they have the necessary equipment to keep the com-

Local Briefs Yea retreat OK

■ Murrindindi Shire Councillors voted unanimously last week to grant a planning permit for a yoga-wellness retreat at 5393 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Yea, east of Limestone Rd.

Works postponed ■ Works totalling 101,049 for external façade works at the Alexandra offices of Murrindindi Council have been postponed.

This project will require additional funding to complete, Councillors were told.

Women’s Health ■ Staff at Alexandra district Health will this week be celebrating Women’s Health Week with a morning tea on Thursday (Sept. 5) to help support the Jean Hailes Foundation.

Women’s Health Week encourages communities and workplaces to get involved by sharing their health messages, hosting or attending a health event.

The morning tea will be hosted by ADH from 10.30am in Meeting Room 1.

ADH is happy to champion this cause to help women make health a priority.

- Fiona Stephens

Tania Maxwell welcomes move

● Wendy Lovell MLC

munity safe, I call on Minister Neville to commit funding to upgrade the station and replace the ageing tanker at Kinglake West Fire Brigade.”

Vale Tim Fischer ■ The Flowerdale community last week remembered former Deputy Prime Minister Tim Fischer.

The Australian flag flew at half-mast outside the Flowerdale Community Hall, respectfully acknowledging the passing of Hon. Tim FischerAC. In 2015, on this spot, Tim Fischer cut the ribbon for the opening of the local ANZAC Day memorial that was built by local volunteer,s inspired by the service for ANZAC 100 conducted there in 2014.

Tim spent a special few moments with these volunteers and their families, impressing on the children the importance of remembering our service people.

The group moved on to the Flowerdale Hotel, bursting at the

■ Tania Maxwell, MLC for Northern Victoria (Derryn Hinch Justice Party), has welcomed a continuation of the exemption to catchment boundaries to provide easier access to mental health services for regional communities, in particular Kinglake.

Exemptions had previously been granted by the Department of Health and Human Services to Austin Health and Northern Health, in the lead up to the 10-year anniversary of Black Saturday, to provide clinical mental health services to the Kinglake community.

The move addressed issues with catchment boundaries that restricted residents to Goulburn Valley Health, requiring travel to Shepparton for services. The exemption was due to expire on June 30 2019.

Ms Maxwell, in June, questioned the Government regarding a continuation to the exemption so that residents could access services in Healesville and Whittlesea, some 100km closer.

Minister for Mental Health, Martin Foley, advised that the exemption would be continued until April 2021, being six months after the final report of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System.

Ms Maxwell said: “I’m pleased that the Government has applied a common sense approach to allowing residents to benefit from services that are more easily accessible.”

“Under existing boundaries, residents in particular who rely on public transport either can’t access services or face hours of travel, which is stressful and prevents people getting the help they need.”

“It is hoped that in the long-term, new boundaries will be agreed that are more practical for the Kinglake community and similar regions to access services,” Ms Maxwell said.

Sponsors sought ● Tim Fischer AC seams, to enjoy a meal 100th anniversary of and Tim speaking on the first performance one of his passions – of this anthem. advancing Sir John Being a little beMonash to the rank of yond the abilities of our Field Marshall. singing group – we Tim especially en- handballed the chaljoyed visiting the lenge to St. Paul’s CaKerrisdale Mountain thedral Choir where it Railway with us and was performed on took over the job of ANZAC eve 2016. changing the points for Vale Tim Fischer, the trip back down the an extraordinary Aushill. tralian – Floeerdale Tim left us with a was privileged to challenge – to sing share in his generous William Blake’s spirit.

Jerusalem on the - Steve Joblin

■ Chrissy Eustace is co-ordinating efforts to secure sponsors for the Kinglake Ranges Rotary Art Show to be held in November.

“Last year 70 per centof our income went back to artists either through sales or prize money, 12 per cent went into running the event and the balance of 18 per cent went into community projects such as defensive driving courses for young people accompanied by their parents,” Ms Eustace said. news@kinglakeartshow.com.au

Sports on Friday

■ The Faction Athletics Carnival at Sacred Heart School, Yea, will now be held on Friday (Sept. 6).

The Parents and Friends meeting will now be held on Friday, September 13, at the School.

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Yea Caravan Park ‘not up to standards’

COUNCIL REPORT

● An example of ‘glamping’ tent planned for Sedona Estate.

Paul and Sonja Herges, of Sedona Estate, Murrindindi, last week won their planning permit application to erect three ‘glamping tents’ at their Shannons Lane property.

It has been a tough time for some of this newspaper’s staffers.

John Parry, who looks after our Local Paper country distribution, is out of action with a detached retina. He had surgery at the Eye and Ear Hospital. Racing man Ted Ryan had surgery at the Maroondah Hospital, and theatre columnist Cheryl Threadgold also spent time in hospital.All are on the mend.

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Murrindindi Council is rumoured to have incurred a legal bill of close to $100,000 in dealing with unhappy Yea resident Jack Russell. Mr Russell asked a question at last week’s Council meeting: “Is it true that Councillors and Council staff are instructed to refuse to speak to or interact with myself, whilst conducting my daily needs with Council and if so why so and under what powers of restraint apply, if any?”

Acting Shire CEO Michael Chesworth replied: “Council officers and Councillors are aware that the Council's Chief Executive Officer reviewed and partially lifted the restrictions in place on Mr Russell's access to Council premises and services as of December 1, 2018. Council officers and Councillors have not been instructed to refuse to interact with Mr Russell since his restrictions have been lifted. It is noted that Council has procedures that permit Council officers to discontinue their interaction with members of the public if the nature of that interaction is abusive, intimidating, threatening or similar.”

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New MLC for Northern Victoria, Tania Maswell, was dealt a political lesson last week. Ms Maxwell, a member of Derryn Hinch’s Justice Party, asked a question in Parlia● Tania ment about mental health services in Maxwell MLC Murrindindi. Yan Yean MLA Danielle Green had crossed electorate lines the previous week into Eildon to announce the exemption to boundaries. Not too much applause ... the exemption applies to victims of the 2009 bushfires, that’s 10 years ago.

Murrindindi Council has a mediumterm plan to install a new irrigation system in High St, Yea. In answer to a question at last week’s Shire meeting, it was stated that no effort will be made to locate and remove existing dripper lines.

UGFM Radio Murrindindi always plays its part in community activi ties. Last week it hosted students from Eildon Primary School. Students even had a go at presenting, including ads.

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■ A petition seeking the sealing of Saleyards St, Yea, will be refer the petition to Stuart McConnell, Murrindindi Council’s Director Assets and Development, for a report to be prepared for the September 25 Shire meeting.

Jack has his say ■ Yea resident Jack Russell had his say about local issues at last week’s Murrindindi Council meeting held at Alexandra. He spoke about the Victorian Electoral Commission electoral representation review, and also about his concerns about Council’s responsiveness to phone calls, say the meeting Minutes.

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News comes from Kinglake that a public authority has initiated legal action against a deceased person. A relative of that person says they have a receipt for monies already paid to the authority.

Local Briefs Saleyards St

Slow on paperwork ■ A special charge scheme for Snodgrass St, Yea, worth $129,309, has been postponed as design and statutory process for resident agreement are not complete, last week’s Council meeting was told. ● Trish and Ken have taken over as resident managers of Yea Caravan Park from Pattie and Ewan, who have moved on to Myrtleford. Photo: Facebook ■ A report to last week’s Murrindindi Shire Caravan Park reserve, which will, as a result, Council meeting said that a fire service audit go into deficit,” the report said. conducted by Country Fire Authority a “Council holds sufficient cash reserves to dentified deficiencies in the existing fire ser- cover the Yea Caravan Park reserve being in vices infrastructure and the need for significant deficit and the funds will be repaid over time be works to bring these up to the required standard. rental associated with the caravan park lease.

Works totalling $170,000 were proposed at “In order to improve the system an estimated last week’s Council meeting to undertake the budget is proposed for compliance related imnecessary works. provements to the fire services,” an officer’s “These funds will be drawn from the Yea report informed Councillors.

Need for deer control ■ Eildon MLA Cindy McLeish last week told State Parliament about the deer problems in the electorate.

“My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Agriculture, and the action I seek is for the minister to release the deer management strategy,” Ms McLeish told the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday (Aug. 27).

“The release of this strategy is well behind schedule, as outlined through the Engage Victoria process. An advisory group was established in March last year.

“A targeted stakeholder workshop occurred in April, with a public consultation process in October. The time line outlined on the Engage Victoria website indicated the release for this strategy.

“Deer numbers have escalated in the electorate of Eildon. From the high country around Mansfield to the Yarra Ranges, to the south and west in Nillumbik and Murrindindi, I hear complaints from constituents constantly about exploding numbers.

“My constituents are looking for action from the government to tackle this problem.

“They want to see things done, because for too long they have had to suffer. The issues that they raise are collisions with deer and enormous damage to vehicles—panelbeaters do a lot of work in the electorate.

“This is particularly dangerous for people driving at night.

We have very windy roads, and it is even more dangerous. We get complaints of illegal hunting, shots being fired too close to houses, spotlights being shone into houses, signs being

KJFC committee ■ Kinglake Junior Football Club has a new committee for 2020 following the annual meeting last week. President is Luke Thomas; Vice-President is Matt Mogan. other roles are being filled: Auskick CoordinatorStacey Crowther; Canteen Manager- Kate Thomas; General Committee- Sally McDonald . Danny Heal. Secretary and Treasurer are yet to be appointed.

Steel’s pizza night ■ Steels Creek Friends are gathering at the the Steels Crek Tennis Club for a pizza night on Saturday, September 14. Cost will be $10 for adults and secondary school students, $5 for primary school aged children. Bookings are needed with Marie Rothwell by Friday (Sept. 7).

Talking trout

■ Neil Hyatt, a Snobs Creek Hatchery trout expert, will speak at a special event to be held from 7pm-9pm this Friday (Sept. 6) at the Eildon Community Centre on the eve of the Goulburn Fishing Festival.

Historical Society

● Wild deer numbers rocket. Photo: ABC shot at and carcasses left head- deer they shoot are beheaded, less on the edges of towns. and the carcass is left to rot on “The illegal activity of some roadsides, private property, or hunters is damaging to the hunt- is tossed in the Goulburn River ers who do the right thing – and to float downstream. there are many of those.

“Mim and Fredy Kocher “I hear of damage to crops; from Healesville tell me: ‘For vineyards and orchardists many years groups of feral deer complain of this damage. I have come rampaging at our have had a vineyard in place … They have caused imTaggerty say they did not pick mense damage by debarking a grape last year because of trees (causing them to die) the damage done by deer; stripping all branches they can Dixons Creek, similarly. of leaves and trampling “Prevention strategies are reach young plants. They are looking expensive and extra wire fenc- for a local cull. ing or electrification costs a lot.

“Locals are looking for soWe have had damage to garlutions.

I commend the Dixons dens; residents complain conCreek Landcare Group for its stantly.

“It is not uncommon to see recent initiative, bringing deer grazing on the side of the people implementing deer road, and I myself have wit- management strategies in other areas together with local landnessed this many times.

“Judy McShane of holders to look for local soluJamison tells me: ‘Over the tions.

“The Cathedral Landcare last two years what was a random problem has now become Group usedMaxi-Beast guards out of control. Hunters shoot- to protect trees they planted on ing throughout the night by spot- National Tree Day. That is light on main roads and private more fiddly and definitely more property with no consideration costly, but this is what is for residents who live in our needed. We need a solution to beautiful country town. the deer problem now,” Ms “Worse is the fact that the McLeish said.

■ The Yarra Glen and District Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at 1.30pm on Sunday (Sept. 8) in the Supper Room of the Yarra Glen Memorial Hall.

Pendlebury St delay

■ A previously planned kerbing special c harge totalling $53,000 for Pendlebury St, Alexandra, has been postponed” as design and statutory process for resident agreement [is] not complete,” last week’s Murrindindi Council meeting was told.

Trespasser cut fence

■ There has been a problem with Council works at the Kinglake Resource Recovery Centre. Works totalling $14,597 had been planned, and some were completed. Ongoing fence line needs repair due to a trespasser cutting the fence, Councillors were advised.

Grants available

■ Nillumbik Council is offering grants of up to $500 for community-led projects that promote positive respectful relationships as part of the global 16 Days of Activism campaign.

Falls Rd on hold

■ Stage Two works on Wilhelmina Falls Rd, Murrindindi have been delayed. The project, budgeted at $182,000, needs to be carried over from the previous financial year, as Ghin Ghin Rd and Jorgensen Pde works took priority.

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Vale David Masson ■ Former Research businessman, David Masson, has died at the age of 62.

He had been Managing Director of Masson for Light, founded by his father John in the 1950s.

The company had employed close to 40 local people at its peak.

Mr Masson had raised his family in Warrandyte, and more recently had retired to Anglesea.

Our condolences to his wife Sharryn and the family.

Delacombe and l had to learn how to do a curtsy .

“We had a huge practice the day before when (Shire Secretary) Frank Berkery drove his cream coloured car (with the Dickie seat) around to where we were assembled opposite the County Club to imitate what would happen the next day when ‘Royalty’ came to Yea. “It was a big day for Yea and the photos brought back great memories.”

‘Royalty’ in Yea

In the pink

■ Last week’s issue included a photo tribute to the life of Joan Purcell.

There was a photo with Joan as Guides/ Brownies leader, with local members in High St, Yea, meeting with Mrs Delacombe, wife of Victorian Governor, Sir Rohan Delacombe in the early 1960s.

Reader Therese McGregor wrote: “Loved your portrayal of Joanie in this weeks paper- she was the Guides commissioner when I was a Brownie, and Mona Clark was Brown Owl and Jean Foster Tawney Owl .

“Isobel Bett was also a commissioner when I was either a Brownie or a Guide.

We used to meet at the Rec. soon after it opened when the beautiful parquetry floor was pristine.

“In the photo where Joan met Lady Delacombe,I am the littleBrowniewith very well Brasso-ed Badges standing beside her.

“I presented the flowers to Lady

● David Masson

Long Shots

■ Stop laughing, this is serious. In our sports rounds, we consistently hear that the AFL Outer East would encourage more male volunteers to join in as trainers and runners, if they did not have to wear pink bibs.

Ol’ faithful

with Ash Long, Editor Previous winner, Victoria’s best local reporter

Now in his 50th year of local newspapers.

“For the cause that lacks assistance, ‘Gainst the wrongs that need resistance For the future in the distance, And the good that we can do” Phone: 1800 231 311 Personal Web: www.L ong.com.au

■ Excuse any irregularities in the deliveries of The Local Paper to our network of outlets this week.

Driver John Parry was sidelined because of surgery, and Long Shots was enlisted at the last minute to pull an overnight shift in the one-tonne truck.

And whilst we are talking about Ol’ Faithful, we also ask for our readers’ forgiveness if we have any names incorrectly in this week’s photo spreads of netball and football finals matches.

We have used the player and number lists supplied by the AFL Outer East.

Editor’s Diary Editor Ash Long first started newspaper work in 1969. He began writing for local newspapers in 1973. Over those 46 years he has kept extensive diaries and local photo files.

From Our Files - 30 Years Ago September 1989

Paper expands

■ Thirty years ago, The Chronicle was produced with editions for Yea, Kinglake, Whittlesea and Yarra Glen, with the print run reaching 10,000. The 28-page paper also reached Mill Park.

Vale Malcolm ■ In September 1989, we recorded the passing of Malcolm McLeish of ‘Silverdene’, Melba Hwy, Yea. Our front-page report noted that he was popular in farming, political, social and family circles.

‘Trouble free’ ■ The bridge ob Nashs rd, Yea - often impassable because of floods - should be “trouble free for at least the next 10 years”, Yea Council was told, after correspondence was received from Mrs Jenny Lawson.

Head lice outbreak ■ Makinbg news in 1989 was an outbreak of head lice at Yea Primary School. Principal Geoff Noblett wrote to parents, saying that the insects were 2mm long and laid their eggs (nits) on hair close to the scalp.

Award shared ■ Killingworth’s Margaret Mahon said she wanted to share her ‘Women 88’ award with her fellow members of the Yea red Cross unit. Mrs Mahon was nominated for the award conducted by the Australian Bicentennial Authority. The awards sought to identify women in the community who consistently demonstrated qualities of leadership, compassion, humanity and courage in their life and work.

Road disgrace

■ Our newspaper editorialised about the shocking nature of the Whittlesea-Yea Rd between Humevale and Kinglake West, following a fatal accident in September 1989.

The editorial spoke of the need for safe overtaking lanes, and better road conditions.

Pilot’s strike

■ Newspaper advertiser, travel agent Graeme Morrissey, took out a full-page ad with the headline ‘Bugger The Pilot Strike’ to voice his frustration with trying to obtain domestic seats for his passengers. In his entrepreneurial way, he listed all the overseas destinations that he could obtain seats for his clients.

Bucks’ binge

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■ Saturday afternoon drinkers at local hotels watched as a group wearing ‘Bonzo’s Bucks Binge’ T-shirts visited hotels at yarra glen, Glenburn, Yea (Royal Mail and Grand Central), Molesworth, Yarck, Bonnie Doon, Mansfield (three), Jamieson, Kevington, ‘Knockwood Bridge’ and Gaffney’s Creek.

‘Bonzo’ was John Brullo.

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■ Kinglake residents living in the shire of Eltham were being canvassed to see if they wished to secede to the Shire of Yea. Enquiries were being made by the Kinglake Residents’Association.

Head above water

We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we live and work.

● ‘Royalty’ came to Yea when the Governor and Mrs Delacombe visited.

■ Yea Swimming Pool Committee of Management told Yea Council that it was in financial difficulty, with income of $8687, and expenditure of $10,519.

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$300,000 rescue for netball courts

TAURUS: (April 21- May 20) Lucky Colour: DARK GREEN Lucky Day: WEDNESDAY Racing Numbers: 7-8-2-2 Lotto Numbers: 16-17-34-41-22-29 You should be able to get all the cooperation you need in your new endeavours. It will mean more responsibility, but it is also a big chance to make a bigger gain than you made before.

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You might be pushed into making decisions when not ready to do so.

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It is not regarded as weakness to ask for help, but by doing so you get the work done more quickly.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23- December20) Lucky Colour: WHITE Lucky Day: WEDNESDAY Racing Numbers: 1-8-5-3 Lotto Numbers: 17-27-34-41-22-6 Very romantic period in which you could be day dreaming a bit too much to concentrate properly on your everyday affairs. Try to keep your head clear enough to check on all reservations.

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● Kinglake netballers have had to play their AFL Outer East matches at the indoor stadium because of faulty outdoor courts. Murrindindi Council last week voted to spend $300,000 towards repairing the outside courts.

■ Murrindindi Shire Council has voted to “A new asphalt surface would then be laid spend $300,000 towards necessary repairs to on top of the new base. This will prevent any outside netball courts at Kinglake. recurrence of the issues.

Faults in the court have meant that they have “The estimated cost of the required works is been unable to be used for AFL Outer East com- approximately $300,000. petition.

“Council officers propose that this asset reInstead, as a compromise, the Kinglake newal is funded from the residual Victorian netballers have had to play their games all sea- Bushfire Reconstruction and Recovery Authorson on indoor stadium courts. ity funds that are currently held in reserve.

“A geotechnical investigation regarding the “The court surface has been unsuitable for cause of the bumps in the asphalt surface con- play for some time. Other options risk further cluded that the pavement material has two seri- delay in returning the surface to a playable conous deficiencies, specifically, the pH is low and dition. the material has high concentrations of specific “A temporary repair could be attempted, howmineral salts,” a report to Councillors revealed. ever this would still carry a significant cost and “While the pH can be corrected by lime would not prevent recurrence – potentially within stabilisation nothing can effectively correct for the next season of play. the salts.

“Council could seek grant funds to assist “These reactive minerals when exposed to from, say, State Government, however most water are migrating to the surface and sources of grant funds do not support renewal crystallising, causing the bumps on the surface. works,” last week’s meeting was told.

“The solution is to remove the existing mateThe previously unplanned expenditure folrial (crushed rock beneath the asphalt) and re- lows agitation by prominent Kinglake identity place it with a standard class two crushed rock Charles Exton to Murrindindi Council, and its base, include some sub-surface drainage.

Deputy Mayor Cr Leigh Dunscombe.

Craig’s pay packet hits $¼-million mark

■ The annual pay-packet for Murrindindi Shire CEOCraig Lloyd is about to nudge quarter of a million dollars.

Councillors last Wednesday voted unanimously to raise Mr Lloyd’s annual salary by 1.85 per cent to $249,533.

Plus he is going to get halfa-year’s back-pay of the increase, with Councillors agreeing to date the rise from January 1.

Mr Lloyd was not present at last week’s meeting at Alexandra, as he is taking some annual leave. Michael Chesworth is Acting CEO. Mr Lloyd’s annual salary will rise from $245,000 to $249,533. His pay is $4798 each week.

Councillors resolved the annual increase to the remuneration package in accordance with the contract of employment.

Any future annual increase to the CEO’s remuneration

● Craig Lloyd, Murrindindi Shire CEO of each year. The Council is required to review the CEO’s performance and remuneration package six months from the commencement of the contract (January 1, 2019) and then annually thereafter, having regard to the officer¡¦s achievement of the performance criteria.

“The Council has recently

completed the first review of the CEO’s performance under the contract and determined that the CEO¡¦s performance criteria have been achieved.

“In reviewing the CEO’s remuneration package the Council notes that the increase in CPI (All Groups, Melbourne) for the 12 months to June 2019 was 1.3 per cent.

“The Council has assessed the performance of the CEO as achieving a highly satisfactory standard.

“The Council also notes that Council’s current Enterprise Agreement, which applies to all employees with the exception of the CEO and Directors, provides for an annual salary increase of 1.85 per cent.”

The motion to take Mr Lloyd’s salary to $249,533 was moved by Cr Charlie Bisset and seconded by Cr Eric Lording.

The vote was unanimous.

Based on a five-day working week, Mr Lloyd is paid almost $1000 a day.

Murrindindi Matters Items provided by Murrindindi Shire Council. The Local Paper makes no charge for this space.

Youth camp

■ Murrindindi Council is running an overnight camp in the school holidays on Tuesday-Wednesday October 1-2 at Kinglake Forest Adventures for high school-aged young people living in the Shire.

The 'Murrindindi Youth Co-Lead Camp' will include team building exercises, personal development activities and a session focusing on developing a new Youth Leadership Program, which Council is planning to run over a six-month period in 2020 as a pilot for potential future programs.

Murrindindi Shire CouncilYouth, Recreation and Community Planning Portfolio Councillor Charlie Bisset said it is vital for young people to be involved in how our youth programs are designed and delivered.

"Because every kid and every community is different, the whole idea of this camp is to talk with young people to find out what they would be interested in learning and achieving from a longer-term Youth Leadership Program.

"Murrindindi Youth Co-Lead Camp will provide a fun and creative environment for young people to make new friends, share ideas and enjoy some personal development along the way. Places are limited so we encourage people to apply early," Cr Bisset said.

■ For more information, visit the Murrindindi Youth Facebook page, see www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/youth or phone Council on 5772 0333.

Rotary Park plan ■ The Master Plan for Rotary Park Playground and Skate/BMX Park in Alexandra was endorsed at the Council Meeting on August 28.

Works are expected to take place during the 2020/21 financial year, subject to grant funding.

For more information and to download the Master Plan go to www.murrindindi. vic.gov.au/RotaryPark

Scout Hall move ■ Murrindindi Shire Council Land Use Portfolio Councillor, Margaret Rae, said essential elements for a successful community are the opportunities available for engaging youth and for volunteering.

That's why Council's notice of decision to grant a permit for the development and subdivision of 174 Grant St, Alexandra for a Scout hall is so significant, she says Scouting activities have a long history in Alexandra and across the Shire, and offer significant opportunities for youth and are well supported by volunteers from our community.

"The proposed development and subdivision of the site, which Council assessed at its August meeting, will see 174 Grant St subdivided into two large lots. One lot will have the new 'multi-purpose' facility, the Scout Hall, and the other will contain the existing weatherboard hall ('Oddfellows Hall', which was constructed in 1899 though originally located elsewhere in town) and a 'heritage protected' tree," Cr Rae said. The subdivision aligns with the Heritage Overlay and will retain the heritage place and the significant tree within a single lot.

"Council is confident this approach to subdivision and development is consistent with the general residential character of the existing streetscape and will continue to protect existing historical value,” Cr Rae said.

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What The Papers Say He’s got talent

■ Gamilaraay man Mitch Tambo starred on Australia’s Got Talent television program last week, showcasing his culture and language.

Originally from NSW but now living in Wollert, Mr Tambo said on stage he was there to showcase his beautiful Gamilaraay language.

The performer fused Yidaki digeridoo playing, traditional dance with contemporary beats and rhythms.

- Whittlesea Review

Hunting boom

■ Hunters have become an increasingly common sight throughout Mansfield, with the number of game licensed holders having increased by more than 380 per cent in Victoria in the last 20 years.

Mansfield is one town that has seen an economic boom directly related to the hunting craze, with an estimated $14.6 million spent in town in 2013 – and numbers have increased exponentially since then.

- Mansfield Courier

Smoke sales

■ A Seymour business was back selling tobacco products a little more than 24 hours after being raided by Seymour police.

Packaged cigarettes, loose tobacco and a quantity of cash were seized from the Anzac Village business just after 1 pm on August 20.

The next day, a representative for The Telegraph was able to purchase name-brand cigarettes at the business.

The Esse and Double Happiness brands sold for $15 each. A comparable brand purchased at a legitimate retailer would cost $24.

- Seymour Telegraph

Manningham move

■ The Victorian Electoral Commission’s Local Council Representation Review: Preliminary Report for Manningham has been published.

Those interested in submitting feedback regarding the two options outlined in the preliminary report have until 5pm on Wednesday, September 18 to do so.

In total, there were six submissions in the initial stage of the Manningham representation review with approximately 64 per cent of the submissions stating they were happy with the current number of councillors and the current number of wards.

In response, VEC have proposed two options, both of which maintain the current structure of three wards with three councillors per ward.

- Warrandyte Diary

Plans ‘hijacked’

■ Plans for a major upgrade to an Eltham road have been backed by Banyule Council.

But it has joined the chorus about concerns on the project, saying it had been shut-out of talks on the works.

- Diamond Valley Leader

‘Stupid man’ sign

■ A Healesville man wants a sign promoting an exhibition by a local artist removed because he feels its title gives men a bad wrap.

Alan Watson wants an apology from Yarra Ranges Council “towards all men” after he spotted the sign for Jenny Reddin’s exhibition The Very Stupid Man outside The Memo on Maroondah Highway.

Reddin’s exhibition opened in Healesville on July 16 and she said its title was in no way aimed at the male gender — and its themes were early humankind and the environment.

- Lilydale & Yarra Valley Leader

Ramblers farewell

■ Peg Lade wrote a tribute to the Highlands Ramblers group: “As this has been such a successful group, and is now dying a lingering death, I feel it should not go without some fanfare.”

- Granite News

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Victoria Police - Mansell, W (35552) v Barrett, Benjamin Arnold Wednesday, September 11 Victoria Police - Holcombe, S (39769) v Gates, Shannon.

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Uni-Nagambie Victoria Police - Bova, L (31851) v Mcalpine, Christopher. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Chief Commissioner Of Police (00008) v Calderari, Peter. Office Of The Chief Commissioner Victoria Police - Sowden, D (36568) v Martin, Michael.

Uni-Pyalong Victoria Police - Gleeson, D (22146) v Curic, Matthew Bryan. Socit-Seymour Victoria Police - Gordolo, C (30144) v Challis, Brendan.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Sowden, D (36568) v Pearse, Chantelle.

Uni-Pyalong Victoria Police - Sowden, D (36568) v Love, Kristy-Lee. Uni-Pyalong Victoria Police - De Bruyckere, M (33701) v Foster, Angus Keegan. Highway Patrol-Wallan Victoria Police - Rhead, A (40227) v Katiforis, Katherine .Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Rhead, A (40227) v Golloshaj, Kreoland.

Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Thomson, S (29198) v Elliott, Nathan William. Uni-Rushworth Victoria Police - Turner, J (34532) v Kaminnyj, Joshua.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Poulopoulos, C (42417) v Baddeley, Kylie. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Burke, M (40361) v Heath, Benjamin.

Uni-Yea Victoria Police - Cunningham, B (37768) v Nix, Cameron Luke. Uni-Fawkner Victoria Police - Wood, D (38944) v Primrose, Benjamin Daniel. Heavy Vehicle Unit Victoria Police - Pezzimenti, P (32040) v Elliott, Nathan William. Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Turner, J (34532) v Tyers, Kasey. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Cutler, T (40446) v Perta, Anthony. Highway Patrol-Greensborough Victoria Police - Cutler, T (40446) v Perta, Jamie. Highway Patrol-Greensborough Victoria Police - Wright, A (31459) v Brock, James. Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Francavilla, T (42670) v Yates, Rachael.

Uni-Footscray Victoria Police - Mion, C (40159) v Threlfall, Anita. DtuSeymour Victoria Police - Whiteside, M (43500) v Austin, Leeann.

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Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Crossing, J (42422) v Panozzo, Dean. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Thomas, S (40419) v Smith, Troy. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Boxall, T (39656) v Luca, Fil. Highway Patrol-Fawkner Victoria Police - Pugh, J (42844) v Bennett, Michael.

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Pcet-Seymour Victoria Police - Ellis, J (40810) v Skerritt, Jesiah. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Yates, C (42281) v Smith, Troy. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Oraha, Y (42872) v Smith, Troy. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Maynard, E (38468) v Black,Ayden. UniWallan Victoria Police - Yates, C (42281) v Richardson, Kiann.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Woosnam, J (31061)v Izzard, Jaxon Regan. Uni-Nagambie Victoria Police - Hewet, T (32655) v Izzard, Jaxon. State Hwy Patrol-North Victoria Police - Ellis, J (40810) v Mcqualter, Daniel.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Holcombe, S (39769) v Buka, William.

Uni-Broadford Victoria Police - Newbury, D (22528) v Tamir, Ester. Traffic Camera Office Victoria Police - Mackey, A (42625) v Wardale, Bradley.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Dixon, S (30331) v Gazzara, Katlin.

State Hwy Patrol-North Victoria Police - Voisey, A (41594) v Griffiths, Robert.

Uni-Seymour Community Corrections Centre - Peacock, T v Atkins, Derek. Seymour Community Correction Centre Victoria Police - Pezzimenti, P (32040) v Nunn,Allan.

Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Campbell, W (32334) v Jackson, Biame Khardine. Uni-Lilydale Victoria Police - Sanderson, L (41694) v Jackson, Biame.

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C (40740) v Black, Ayden Garrett. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Boxall, T (39656) v Fletcher-Seales, Stuart Alan. Uni-Kilmore Community Corrections Centre - Cochrane, S v Shanahan, Daniel. Seymour Community Correction Centre Victoria Police - Failla, L (42778) v Baddeley, Kylie Jay. Uni-Mill Park Victoria Police - Walsh, M (38049) v Jackson, Biame. UniMarysville Victoria Police - Pearson, A (34327) v Trenfield, Grant Edward. Uni-Manangatang Victoria Police - Gallagher, J (41554) v Lincoln, Brendan.

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Uni-Kinglake Victoria Police - Sartori, D (35479) v Harkness, Zenaan.

State Hwy Patrol-East Victoria Police - Wright, A (31459) v Harkness, Zenaan.

Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Brown, R (27257) v Harkness, Zenaan.

Uni-Kinglake Victoria Police - Roberts, P (32777) v Harkness, Zenaan.

Uni-Kinglake Community Corrections Centre - Macdougall, M v Shanahan, Daniel. Community Corrections Centre Victoria Police - Schifferle, J (43651) v Ryan, Tegan. Pcet - Northcote Victoria Police - Chief Commissioner Of Police (00008) v Ray, Bradley. Office Of The Chief Commissioner Mansfield Magistrates’ Court - Criminal Case Listings Wednesday, September 4 Victoria Police - Chief Commissioner Of Police (00008) v Haddow, Mathew. Office Of The Chief Commissioner Victoria Police - Mitchell, B (41924) v Pele, Rudrylia. Operations Response Team Two Victoria Police - Stevens, M (34763) v Querfield, Diane.

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From Our 1939 Files

Alex. Diggers

■ Plags, large and small, made a gay setting for the annual Diggers ball, which was held in the Shire Hall on Wednesday night.

The attendance was smaller than usual.

It was, however, an excellent one when all circumstances are taken into consideration. There was only a sprinkling of outsiders - the danc.ers being mainly residents of the district.

Mill destruction

■ Evidence that Padgett's saiwmill at Narbethong had been destroyed by a bush fire on January 8, and not by a fire deliberately lighted after liquid had been poured on a saw bench, was given by witnesses when a special coronial inquiry was continued in Melbourne during the week.

Alex. water supply

■ At the public meeting on Friday night several questions were asked about a pure water supply. Evidently the water bottle on the table attracted attention, for it looked to be filled with slightly muddy water.

Eildon rectory

■ The tender of Messrs. R. and E. Williams, of Alexandra, for the purchase and removal of the old Rectory at Eildon Weir, has been accepted ly the Eildon Weir church authorities, and the Diocesan authorities have directed that the proceeds are to be spent on improving the Rectory at Alexandra.

Buxton dance

■ The dance held in the Buxton hall last Friday night in aid of the local funds of the Catholic Church was a great success, though the floods and heavy rain prevented many from attending.

Gross takings were £25 10s, and the net proceeds £17 14s. This highly satisfactory result is due to the goeneronus support of all sections of the district and the fact that the Buxton ladies supplied the bountiful supper.

Mr. Gorman kindly acted as M.C., and the Mansfield orchestra supplied bright music. During the supper interval the parish priest, Rev. Fr. Coyne, thanked all who had helped to make the evening ouch a success.

Y. Valley Cricket

■ At the annual. meeting of the Lilydale District Cricket Association a change of title was unanimously decided upon, and henceforth the organisation will be known as the Yarra Valley Cricket Association.

With the. withdrawal of the Lilydale and East Warburton clubs from the competition, the inclusion of Healesville and Yarra Junction - both of whom are old friends-leaves the grades at the same strength as those of last season.

Farewell Social

■ Over 100 friends of Kanumbra and Middle Creek gathered in the Methodist Church on Monday evening, Sept. 4th, to say farewell to Mr. and Mrs. G. Curtis, who are leaving the district to reside at Dandenong.

Mr. Curtis has been a railway ganger for 22 years here, and has reached the retiring age.

Mrs. Curtis has been a most obliging and efficient postmistress.

Hitler runs amok

■ It is now almost a week since the civilised world was staggered by the foulest deed of Hitler's degraded career - his murderous onslaught on Poland. His clumsy lies and subterfuge, advanced in an attempt to justify that act, have been exposed in sickening and revolting detail; but even then he was given a chance to relent and so save the world from unknown horrors.

With characteristic insolence he ignored Britain's overtures, and it was made only too brutally plain that he was resolved, whatever happened, to resort to war.

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Local History

Yea recovers from severe drought ■ Major Frederick Purcell was theproprietor of The Yea Chronicle at the start of 1910, when the newspaper offered a snapshot of thed district: Last year in a retrospect of 1908, in these columns, we had to paint a very black picture.

Drought, and the Trawool scare had brought the Yea district to a very low ebb.

We expressed the hope that better times would surely follow, if we only kept a stout heart, and applied ourselves with renewed energy to the hard task set us of bringing the district back to its former proud position. one of the most promising and progressive districts in the State.

During 1909 we fortunately regained a lot of our lost ground owing to a moderately favourable season.

But prosperity does not return immediately after a drought.

No matter how good the following season may be, there is always a lot of lost ground to be made up.

Everybody feels the effects of a drought, and for a year or two after it breaks'there is always a lot of pinching and screwing to be done to wipe off arrears.

During 1909 many of our dairymen had to practically make a fresh start Their herds had all been very considerably reduced in numbers,..und it was necessary to stock up again before dairying could be carried on successfully.

They certainly had a big knock back in 1908, but with characteristic Australian pluck, they put their shoulders to the wheel, determined to regain all lost ground, and it is satisfactory to note that as a result of their enterprise the Yea and Mansfield Dairy Company is again on the up grade, and manfacturing a quantity of butter this season that we hope will be doubled next season.

In the Creamery days when the Dairy company was making up to 25 tons of butter a week, and paying out as much as £8.000 a month, Yea was booming as it had never boomed before We hope that when the dairy herds are complete again that similar results will be shown by the Yea and Mansfield Dairy company, for nothing helps a district like the regular circulation of ready cash.

Those who know Yea now and Yea a few years ago will realise what the circulation of a large quantity of cash at regular intervals meant to Yea. It made the Yea district, and will bring it back to its former proud position, if only a similar position as a cash distributor can be regained by the Yea and Mansfield Dairy Co. Many farmers have returned to dairying, not because it is fascinating work but because it pays, and that after all must be our sole guide in taking up or casting aside any form of industry.

Those who retired from dairying in favour of the more congenial occupation of wool growing have had good luck this season.

Wool has been a magnificent price, and our local growers have all been highly delighted with the prices secured for their clips Lambs have not kept up their "boom" prices, but nobody expected they would, or could.

Prices for lambs are now normal, and had it not been for the strike of slaughter men at a critical period

● High Street, Yea, pictured around 1910. the lamb export season, everybody credit is extended, and inevitable such as Messrs Gill, Purvis and in this district would have quitted trouble for commercial people is the Drysdale, all of whom, we are pleased to see. launching out on their their surplus lambs at highly remu- result. nerative prices.

Last year Yea was very depressed own and by their energy and perservance prving that they are The saw-milling industry, which from a commercial standpoint. has done much for Yea, is still in a Over-competition and had seasons “worthy sons of worthy sires”.

It was hoped that ‘Killingworth’ very flourishing condition. caused havoc in business circles but Immense quantities of timber are it is to be hoped that an era of pros- 12,000 acres in extent - would also sent from the mills around Yea annu- perity is approaching and that things have been taken over by the board, ally, and they employ a lot of labour, commercially in Yea will gradually but this estate was declined, not beand contribute much to the upkeep be placed on something approaching cause it was not a fine property, but on account of the Closer Settlement of the district by their regular distri- a sound footing. butions of ready cash to their emAs evidence that the town hopes Board being anxious to acquire propployees. to progress, a Progress Association erties to which irrigation could be That the industry is not has been formed during the year. easily and successfully extended.

It is, however, of interest to know lauguishing or likely to languish for Much useful work can be taken in many years is proved by a report in hand by this body during the .coming that the estate is being offered for another por tion of this issue, that a year the chief of which should be sale by the owners and a considerable area has been acquired by lonew mill is to be started on Kitty's Closer Settlement.

Creek, and all the timber is to be Without it our district cannot cal graziers with families within the carted to Yea, to be forwarded by rail. progress, and strenuous efforts last week or so, and it is, no doubt, Men who know the forests around should be made by the Yea people to only a matter of time when the whole Yea say that it will take manv years have something done in this way dur- estate will be closely settled.

Dairying this year has recovered to cut out the timber contained in ing the corning year. them.

The season we are enjoying is a lot of lost ground and up to 15 tons A satisfactory increase has been favourable from almost every stand of butter per week has been promade during the year in the growing point. We have everything in abun- duced.

Though condierably below the 25 of crops, rand some very fine yields dance. Wool and wheat is booming, of oats and wheat have been ob- butter is firm, lambs and all other tons per week produced a few years ago in the days of milk supply, it is tained. stock are a fair price.

The season has been a particuGrass is also plentiful, and we encouraging, and with the gradual intoduction of the silo, and thr growlarly favourable one for wheat grow- have had no bush lires so far. ing in this district, and those who Let us hope that these are only ing of Autumn and Winter fodder have put in wheat crops have se- the forerunner of better things, and crops we may look for a longer suscured magnificent results - high that 1910 will be one of the best years tained and more even supply in place of the spasmodic bursts for which yields and big prices that we have had for many years.

It is quite evident that lots of the We sincerely hope that it will be, the industry has been conspicuous high ground in this district will grow and with all confidence in the future in the past.

Wool growers have every reason splendid wheat. we wish our many readers a bitght to feel satsified with the season just The most en couraging results and propserous new year. closing. have been secured by those who ★ Wool has retained the high volhave tried it this season, consequently Fast forward 12 months, and The we hope that the success achieved Yea Chronicle edition of January 5, umes of the last few years and those who have abandoned dairying for the by many this season will be an in- 1911, offered this review: ducement for others to follow in their In the first issue of the New Yea it more congenial and less worrying of footsteps. has been our custom to give a retros- wool growing have had little reason Wheat areas are returning from pect of the year through which we to regret the change.

Lambs have again been very prof£6 to £8 gross this season, and even have just passed, and this year it is a if these amounts are cut in half a very please to review the past as it has itable, owing to the scarcity of meat fine return ris being secured on the been one of advancement and pros- to the markets of Great Britain and Europe and the high prices in Loncapital value of the land. perity to the district generally.

We are promised a big revival in Some of the things we had fonly don had a good effect on this dispig breeding in the district, and if the hoped for have materialised during trict.

Lambs have brought as high as proposed company formed to carry the year and slowly but surely others on at Kerrisdale only gets the sup- are emerging from the gloom and 15s a head in the Melbourne market and it is safe to say that an all-round port it deserves, there is not the slight- uncertainty that surrounds them. est doubt but that the pig raising inThe principal event of the year averga efor lambs for the district dustry will make great strides in this was the extending to the Yea district would be in the vicinity of 10s 6d at district. of the closer settlement conditions of which the grower can show a handThe pig pays handsomely, and is land purchase by the Government some profit.

Wheat, oats, and other crops are worthy of a little attention on every taking over the Doogalook Estate. farm.

By the acquisition of the estate the receibing considerable attention.

The growing of wheat in large There is no branch of farming that Yea district has secured a very desircan show a better return. able class of settlers including them areas is quite a new departure, and The reaction of the drought was such men as Messrs. Kemp, Wales, some fine yields of high grade wheat very marked in commercial circles Scholz, Blythe, McRae, Brown, and are being obtained.

Some samples sent by Mrs C.L. during the past year.

Riley - settlers on the Estate, and men If the seasons are bad the spend- the district might well be proud of - to Drysdale to the Agricultural Departing power of the public is reduced, say nothing of the sons of old settlers ment recently were referred to by

the Government experts as wheat of excellent growth and quality and particularly suited to Yea soil and climate.

The high prices being paid for wheat might lead to increased production in this district in the near future.

Timber is still a leading product of this district and the enormous quantity passing through Yea daily, by train, shows that there is a keen demand.

As it is now generally sold on a payable basis the results are a distinct gain to the district.

From a commercial point of view things generally have improved during the year.

The tendency is still towardsover competition in a limited market, but the disastroys results it has broughtin its train in the past, has had a steadying influence.

Credit has been restricted, and the tone of business [shows] plenty of room for improvement. ★ The Chronicle’s message at the start of 1912 was: 1911 has gone, and we may safely say (speaking for the community generally) left no regrets.

The past year has been kind to Yea. If it did not bring that rain of golden sovereigns that most of us would like (particularly those with an aversion to work) it brought the next best thing, a moderately favourable season, which, metaphorically speaking, is the nearest approach we can get to a rain of sovereigns.

The fact that the district has for three years enjoyed an ininterrupted run of good seasons, and a complete immunity from disastrous bush fires, has again put the district, and those living in it in a sound financial state.

The reverses of a few years ago, when drought, bush fires, and unsound business methods brought the town (or portion of it) to a low ebb have been forgotten, and out of the ahes a more healthy town has been resurrected.

Certainly the progress of the district has not been as marked as we had hoped it would be, but we cannot in all ways, control our destiny.

Yeaites had fonly hoped that 1911 would have given a great idea of settlement in or about the Yea district.

The Government it was felt would acquire Killingworth estate (right on the boundary of the town) and settle on it a desirable class of settlers, but the estate has not been bought, neither has it been settled on, and while it remaions in its present unproductive state (we mean as far as local industries are concerned) Yea will be retarded in its growth to an extent that cannot but cause concern to those who have firmly believed that the Closer Settlement of this favoured estate would meant big strides for Yea as a business and producing centre.

The Closer Settlement Bolard did purchase one state in the district, ‘Cremona’, but unfortunately it still retains the larger portion of it and has only succeeded in converting it from a highly productive state, under a vigorous landholder in to a waste and unproductiove one, which is entirely indefensible when such a fine estate as Killingworth on the town boundary, and the ready taking up of which was assured, was turned down by the same board.

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Early days of Kinglake East ■ The following account of the early days of Kinglake was published in the Rosanna and Diamond Valley News, July 1960, compiled from an interview with Mr John McMahon, one of the district’s earliest settlers and a son-in-law of Peter Carrucan who migrated from Ireland in 1858: Almost a century ago, a surveyor and historian, whose name was later to become famous in the Diamond Valley and Plenty Ranges, mapped out a hazardous road linking the small goldmining township of Queenstown to a mountain top settlement, which was later named in his honour.

He was Alexander Kinglake, who mapped the way from Queenstown across the mountaintop to Glenburn in 1870.

Kinglake was the last of the Eltham district to be settled.

Today the small settlement has grown into a large agricultural area, noted for its high quality potatoes.

However, it was gold that brought the first settlers to the district, seeking their fortunes and following the creeks up the mountains from Smiths Gully, Queenstown and Yarra Glen.

Some were successful, and it was reported that 1500 ounces of gold were taken from No. 1 Creek near East Kinglake.

As the gold petered out, the settlers turned to farming the land and found that gooseberries and raspberries flourished.

Berry growing became widespread and was so successful that two preserving factories, Hoadley’s and Peacock’s, were operating at Kinglake by about 1895.

Prices ranged from £5 a ton, to a record £12, on one occasion. A bumper crop one year resulted in 115 tons from 1,600 acres of land.

To the east of Kinglake lay Castella and Muddy Creek, and wild rough country through which wound a track to Yarra Glen.

To the west, settlers could follow the hazardous road down the mountain through Queenstown to Melbourne.

For a time Kinglake was isolated.

Pioneers of the area battled with boggy tracks, snow in winter and primitive tools.

Bullock teams were widely used.

It was an area of huge trees and dense, ferny gullies.

Bullock teams dragged their way through mud up to the axles bringing produce down to Whittlesea.

The pioneers waged a continual battle against rain sodden scrub.

One of the earliest pioneers of the district was an Irishman, named McMahon, who, with his wife, also Irish, built a house on a virgin block of forest land in Kinglake East in 1875.

Unfortunately the house was burnt in a bush fire and the couple returned to Melbourne where Mr McMahon drove a two horse bus at Fitzroy.

His son John, now 85, in this year of 1960, and a well known identity of Kinglake, was therefore born in Fitzroy.

The family decided to return to Kinglake in 1880, making the forty mile journey from Melbourne in a spring cart.

John, then five years old, can recall how the cart capsized on the rutty road between Kangaroo Ground and Panton Hill, and how a bystander, a Mrs Coutie, consoled him with caraway cake and homemade

Gold discovered in 1861

● Donkey team and wagon at Kinglake Post Office. cordial. On arrival at Kinglake, af- chops, selecting, culling and dress- mail before noon.

Mr Mankey protested to the ter a hazardous trip through the cut- ing each one himself at Kinglake, ting from Queenstown, this family before trucking them to Yarra Glen, Education Department about the settled on a block of land which Mr where they were loaded on to a goods conditions under which he and the McMahon had cleared. train and delivered at the show children had to work in summer and To keep his family until his farm grounds under his personal supervi- described the school as an ‘oven’ and ill-ventilated. was established, he worked at a sion.

It is this miserable building that I mine with a whim horse.

For the centenary show he pream compelled, during the course of The land boom affected property pared and delivered 300 logs. on the mountain in the late 1880's.

Due to the foresight of John the day’s duties, to withdraw from in Mr McMahon sold to a specula- McMahon and two other settlers, order to obtain fresh air and permit tor in 1892, but the land market sud- East Kinglake received a township the pupils to do the same.

“I requested a school that would denly collapsed that year and the sale grant of seventy-five acres for a take 40 pupils. Finally in September fell through. sports oval and other facilities.

As a result, the McMahons reToday, Kinglake is serviced by all 1890, one acre, part of Allotment 2 mained in Kinglake. weather roads. A few giant trees Section 9 Parish of Nillumbik, costThe first landowners in the dis- stand, but little of the original forest ing £20 was purchased from W. West for Kinglake, as distinct from trict were, at East Kinglake, the land remains.

McMahons, Lawreys, Ellesons, Kinglake, as distinct from Kinglake East.

“At this time the attendance was Beckwiths and the Cohens.

Kinglake East, followed a similar 28: 16 boys and 12 girls.”

Each was granted 50 acres when pattern of development.

Many different names have been the Lands Department opened 250 Mrs McMinn, daughter of Harry acres of country.

Thomson (one of the early settlers given to Research and the area At the time, one of the well known in this area) and Mr H. Coller, the around it, some of which include Chaffey brothers who also owned postmaster of Pheasant Creek, con- Swipers Gully and Wallaby Town.

Legend has it that the name land in the district, left to settle in tinue this history of Kinglake: Research originated when Mildura.

The first settlers dug for gold and East Kinglake was also the home there are still traces of alluvial gold Morris’s grandfather told tales of how he found a valuable trace of of early nurserymen, Messrs Tom in some small mountain streams.

Russell, Lawrey and William Grey, A few mine holes remain in some [gold], then searched and researched who supplied the Diamond Valley of the gullies, but most have been for it.

The name Wallaby Town was with apple, peach and plum trees. filled in since the land was cultivated.

The market for the fruit trees inIn the early days it was not un- probably used before the gold mincreased as the gold supplies dimin- usual for a drover to see some of his ing days.

In a letter to the Education Deished, and settlers planted the valley herd disappear down one of these with fruit trees from Greensborough grass-covered holes and even his partment from Mr Mankey puts to the foot of the mountains, making own horse might go from under him. forward the suggestion that Research a glorious display of blossom in the A gold-buyer for this area, named Gully School be as Research School.

By June 30 1891 a State-owned spring.

Cookson, was found murdered on Young John McMahon, at his the Old Kinglake - St Andrews Road wooden building with a room meamountain top home, naturally be- and over seventy years ago a would- suring 24 feet by 18 feet providing came an expert axeman, taking part be bushranger called ‘French Joe’ for 45 children, was built and became in wood chop competitions at sports was shot by a police officer near Research State School No. 2959.

Evidently the first sewing mistress meetings.

Kinglake.

He won his first chop when he The first post office was run by to be appointed was Miss Rodda, who was at the school from Octowas eighteen, and his last, from Mr Staff on the Mt Slide road. scratch, forty years later.

Later, Harry Thomson was ap- ber 26, 1891 to March 1897 and who He was in his top form in his early pointed postmaster and the post of- became Mrs Cole in 1894.

This head devoted much time to thirties and won all the competitions fice was moved to ‘The Oaks’ on the landscaping of the school he entered, travelling throughout the the main road.

Diamond Valley.

Harry Thomson married Eliza- grounds, planting trees and erecting He married a Kinglake girl, beth Harris, daughter of the school a paling fence.

An elderly resident, Mrs ReyMaggie Carrucan and they had two teacher at Queenstown and she took sons and a daughter. over its management until her death nolds, reports that the early school was the only public building in ReOne son, John, a flight-sergeant in 1941. in the R.A.A.F. died in World War The post office was in the search and was used for functions, II, and the second son, James, mar- Thomson family for seventy-two including church. If a piano was ried a Kinglake girl, Bess Exton. years and is still conducted on their needed for entertainment, one was carried across from the Research They live on an adjoining farm. property.

Mr McMahon’s daughter Agnes Mail deliveries came at first on Hotel. Later additions made to the is the wife of Stan Reeves, a Kinglake horseback, twice a week from original room make it exactly as it is potato farmer.

Queenstown, later by horse and today. Due to development and the After the death of his wife, John buggy three times a week from increase in population following McMahon married Miss Rinehan of Steele's Creek, then daily from Yarra World War it has been added to at three different intervals and extra Kangaroo Ground.

Glen.

John was a well known figure for More recently it came from land has been acquired.

By 1970 there was a staff of 1 29 years at the Royal Melbourne Hurstbridge by car; now it comes Show Grounds where he supplied from both Eltham and Whittlesea head teacher and 8 teachers, with a all the logs and blocks for wood daily and most residents have their gross attendance of 247 pupils.

■ Gold was discovered in 1861 on Mount Slide to the east of the locality at an area which became known as Mountain Rush.

A Mountain Rush Post Office opened on May 7, 1862, but closed in January 1863 as the miners moved to other locations.

Kinglake township was established much later and was named after British historian Alexander William Kinglake, whose eightvolume history of the Crimean War had recently been completed.

Kinglake Post Office opened on May 14, 1883. There was also an office at Kinglake East open from 1914 until 1950.

Tourists were encouraged to visit Kinglake, and the Thomson family promoted their National Park Hotel(now ‘Kinglake Pub’).

One of the heavily promoted attractions has been Mason Falls.

The Wild Melbourne website explains: “Upon entering Kinglake, stop at the Parks Victoria Office to pick up a map and chat to the great staff about the many walks and sites the area has to offer.

“We chose to visit Masons Falls, where we were promised remarkable views and the chance of encountering lyrebirds.

“From the office, follow the Whittlesea-Kinglake Road to National Park Road and turn left.”

Author CVathy Cavallo notes: Between Kinglake and National Park Rd, keep an eye out for Frank Thomson Reserve: a simple carpark and picnic area offering city skyline vistas and a view of the coast, from Arthurs Seat in the east all the way to the You Yangs in the west.

“The track to Masons Falls is a sedate walk of 700 metres.

“It is best taken slowly and quietly, to improve your chances of observing the active bird, reptile and insect life abounding at the site.

“We met thornbills, fairy wrens, currawongs and butterflies, as well as being treated to the calls of two male lyrebirds, among countless other species.

“The first half of the walk is actually part of the Lyrebird Circuit: a gentle loop amongst lush, wet eucalypt forest.

“Extremely dense post-fire growth (erupting after the 2009 fires devastated the region) makes it impossible to see far off the track.

“However, delicate fungi, moss and lichen at the edges reward those with a keen eye, and there are many small forest birds to be enjoyed here.

“In winter, male lyrebirds stand atop scraped mounds and display to females, making this a great time to visit and be sure of at least hearing their calls.

“The song we heard included the mimicked calls of currawongs, magpies, wrens, kookaburras and three species of cockatoo, not to mention countless calls that we recognised, but could not identify.”

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Local Sports History

Meetings everywhere before a single kick ■ The year of 1905 started with bad news for Alexandra with the departure of one of its leading footballers.

The January 13 issue of The Standard noted: “The many friends and admirers of Mr. F. G. Wakeham, will regret to hear that he has made up his mind to seek new fields.

“He leaves Alexandra in about the first week in February for Dunedin. N.Z., where he has obtained an important position. We wish him good luck.

“Mr Wakeham has, for the past two years, carried on a lucrative business as boot and shoe maker, and has gained the high respect of every one.

“He is a valued member of the community, inasmuch as he took a lively interest in all kinds of sport.

“He is a member of the Board of Guardians of St. John's Church of England, and also a chorister in the surplice choir of the church.

“He was secretary of the local athletic club, which presented last year one of the best programmes yet discussed in Alexandra and district.

“As a footballer, he has no equal and will be a great loss to the club.

He can sing a good song, being the possessor of a fair baritone voice.

“We anticipate. publishing another short and more interesting paragraph in connection with this gentleman's departure from Alexandra.” ★ In the following month, preparations were being made for football to be played at the Alexandra Showgrounds.

The local press reported: “The matter of letting the right to graze on the new show ground was left in the hands of the president and secretary.

“It was mentioned that as it was intended to prepare the ground for. cricket, football and sports, it would be advisable to at once proceed with the levelling and the putting. down of a concrete cricket pitch.

“We understand the work will be under taken next month, so that the ground will be in readiness for football in May. “It is to be hoped the matter will not be delayed as there is every probability of the next Caledonian sports being held in the enclosure should the ground be put in order.” ★ The Thornton Athletic Club was advertising to hold its Sports Meeting at the football ground in March 1905.

Meanwhile, closer to Melbourne, The Evelyn Observer was reporting on a speech given by Mr Walter Thomas, President of the BourkeEvelyn CricketAssociation, at a function held at the Royal Mail Hotel, presumably at Whittlesea.

“The Chairman proposed "The Umpires," and in doing so referred to football. He hoped the association would be reformed, and if so he would like the clubs taking part in the competition to empower their delegates to pass a motion that none but town and neutral umpires be engaged, as this would be more antisfactory to all the football clubs conoerned.”

The Observer reported on a meeting of the “local football c lub” to be held at the Kangaroo Ground Hall on Saturday, April 8.

Similarly, the Alexandra Football Club secretary G. Fullerton advertised their annual general meeting to be held at Wood’s Corner Hotel.

● In 1905, Fitzroy were the premier team in the VFL competition.

“Mr E. A. Cary, hon. secretary, “As this season promises to be a have metropolitan umpires, and the record one, all those who follow the Secretary was instructed to advertise read out the balance sheet showing a balance of £6. The following ofking of games should endeavour to for applicants for the position. be present,” noted the April 14 is“Seventeen applications were re- fice bearers were elected :-President, sue. ceived and the final selection will be Mr J. Irvine; viee president, Messrs W. W. Richardson, C. Bath, J. W. “There is every prospect of the made before the season opens.”

Gordon, J. Timms, W. Bell, S. Allen, club joining the Mansfield Associa★ tion, and to do this the club must have Matters were not proceeding so E Fox, A. Morrison, G. Milne, J. Smedley, D. W. Chandler, E. the individual support of the commu- smoothly at Alexandra. nity, owing to the heavy expenses that “The adjourned annual meeting Atherton, L. Macintyre; patrons, would be incurred in travelling. of the Alexandra Football Club was L.C. Mackinnon, Esq., Hon. E. H. “Already the secretary has re- held at Whiting's Exchange Hotel Cameron, C. Wood, S. Bottomley, ceived promises of several large on Saturday evening last, wheo there W. Richardson ; hon. sec. and treadonations to the funds and with the were about 30 gentlemen present. surer, Mr E. A. Cary; hon, surgeon, public patronage the club will be on The President, Mr. H. Whiting. oc- Dr. Chapman; committee, Messrs F. Bell, J. Bell, E. Cary, V. Albert, H. a firm financial basis. cupied the chair.

“It is to be hoped that a crowded “The minutes of the previous Bickerten, J. Hill, T. Irvine, R. meeting will result tomorrow night.” meeting were read and confirmed, Litbgow, J: Hall, C. Petty.

“It was resolved to hold a dance One week later, the newspaper on the motion of Messrs Monsforth every Wednesday in each month in recorded: “The annual meeting of and Armstrong. the above club was hold at Wood's “A letter was read from the sec- the Recreation Hall. The meeting Corner Hotel, on Saturday evening retary of the Mansfield Football As- closed with a vote of thanks to the last, when the following gentlemen sociation, stating that they were un- chairman.”

Yarra Glen played matches were j resent :- Messrs J. W. Leckie able to include Alexandra in their against teams including Healesville (president,in the chair), W. H. Whit- association. ing, L. Bossing, A. and A. “It was decided, on the motion of and Coranderrk. ★ Armstrong, E., L. and H. Johnson, the President, seconded by Mr E. Finally, in early May, The StanGreene, Dobson, Laurie, Ruthven, Johnson, that the secretary procure O. Kent; .Butler, A. Dunn, Tolstrip, the names of intending players in the dard could report on an actual match.

“A match was played on the loFox, Hughes, Sampson, W. Nash, shire to form one club, and the comNanning, W. Wood, H. Wilson, mittee would then pick out three cal park area on Saturday afternoon Creighton Hartley, and Fullerton teams, A, B and C, to form an asso- last, between teams representing Alexandra and Johnson's Creek.

(Hon. secretary.). ciation.

“The weather was hardly suitable, “It was decided that the next “As an amendment, Mr Johnson meeting be held on Saturday, April moved that players resident on one consequently the game lacked inter29, when something definite about side of the Josephine Hill play the est.

“The match resulted in a win for joining the Mansfield Football Club other side will be laid before the meeting.

“The amendment was put and Alexandra.

“On Saturday (to-inorrow) a “The President said he trusted lost, the motion being carried unani.match will be played at Thornton that a full attendance would result.” mously. ★ “Muoved by Mr Vernon, sec- between teams chosen from that The six teams for the Whittlesea onded by Mr Payne, that the ques- place and Alexandra. Coach will and District Football Association for tion of fixing boundaries, etc., be left leave at 2 o'clock sharp. “ Alexandra players will be cho1905 were decided to be: Epping, in the hands of tle committee. Carsen from: Johnson (4), Payne (4), Diamond Creek, Whittlesea, Hazel- ried. glen, Kangaroo Ground and South “The secretary was instructed to Armstrong, Stillman (2), Greene, Yan Yean. write to the Mansfield, Bonnie Doon, Wood, Fullerton, Todd, Hartley(2), The Evelyn Observer said: “A Jamieson and Yea Football Clubs Wilmot, Peck, Docking, Ruthven, meeting of the Association was hold with the view of having home and Mills (2), McCarthy, Stevens, Neilson, Wilson, Scott, Laurie and at the Bridge Inn, South Yan Yean, home matches. on April 19th, when it was decided “A meeting of the committee will Hill.

“We are pleased to notice that that to carry on the Association through- be held at Jenning’s Shamrock Hoout the coming season. tel, on Saturday (to.morrow) evening, well known local footballer, “Mr Walter Thomas was re- at 8 p.m., when the teams forming “Geohegan" Davis, has been seelected president and Mr E. J, the now association will be chosen. lected by the Essendon Football Gillian hon. secretary and treasurer.

“A match will be played on the Club to play for their club in this “The balance sheet (showing a local park arena to-morrow, between season's league matches. We wish credit halance of £2 7s 0d) was read teams rupresenting Johnson's Creek this sterling player every success.” ★ and adopted. Votes of thanks wore and Alexandra.

A paragraph in the May 12 editendered to the officers for the satis“It is to be hoped that all those factory manner in which their duties who intend to strip be on the ground tion noted: “The North-eastern Footwere performed, not later than 2.30, so as to enable an ball Association comprises, Avenel, Seymour Tallarook Broadford and “Last season’s rules were revised early start being made.”

Yea. The action of the association in and several alterations made, T'he ★ Secretary was instructed to have At Yarra Glen the local club held employing metropolitan umpires is to be commended.” them printed in book form and dis- its annual meeting on May 3. ★ tributed among the various clubs for “Mr J. Irvine, President, The May 19 Standard shared the sale. ocoupied the chair, and there was a “Owing to the disesatisfation ex- good gathering of members present. news that:

“The agricultural show grounds promises to be the scene of great enthusiasm to-morrow (Saturday) afternoon, as arrangements have been made with the Yea Football Club to send a thoroughly representative team to play an 18 selected from the Alexandra district.

“Owing` to the Yea club having seen fit to join the North Eastern Association, patrons of the game should bear in mind that this will be the only time this season that the two one time opponents will do battle in Alexandra.

“The visitors are credited with having a strong, team in readiness for the association matches, which commence on June 3, therefore it behoves the local team to roll.up in full force and give them a good exhibition of the manly game.

“A charge of 6d. will be made at the gate, and it is to be hoped that the general public will give the support the game so richly deserves.

“Play will start punctually at 3.15, and Mr. T. Mensforth has kindly consented to act as central, which is a sufficient guarantee that the correct game will be played.

“The Alexandra team will be selected from the following:- Kent, Armstrong, Johnson (4), Davis, Stillman, Greene, Fullerton, Todd, Payne (2), Rennie (2), Wood, Peck, Robinson (2), Wilson, Downey, Nicholas and H. Hartley.

“Players are reminded that the colors of the local team will be red and black.

“The committee appointed to endeavour to form a local association, met on Saturday evening last, when the following players were selected to represent the three undormentioned teams:Alexandra (colors, rod and black) - Armstrong, R. Rennie, Davis, Greene, T. Robinson, W. Wood, Docking, Downey, E. Payne, G. Hartley, McCarthy, E. Hoban, Butler, A. Wood, J. Mills, E. and R. Stillman, Neilson, Collins and A. Dunn.

Johnson's Creek (colors, black and white) - H., E. and L. Johnson, J., I. and C. Payne, W. Robinson, Peck, Wilson, J. and M. Hill, Wilmot, Stevens, Laurie, Ruthven, E. Mills, Mathieson, Vernon, Jas. Baker and C. Nash.

Thornton (colors, blue and black) - Kent, O. Johnson, Nicholas, B. Stillman, J. Rennie, Todd, Jones, H. Hartley, H. Robinson, Fullorton, Joe Baker, McCallum, McMartin, Robb, Keen, Boyd, Love, Barnewall, Christie and R. Gilmore.

“A match was played at Thornton on Saturday last between teams representing that place and Alexandra.

“A full team journeyed from the town, but as the locals could only muster 12 players, the match was devoid of interest.

“After an exchange of men had taken place the game was commenced.

“The match resulted in a win for the visitors by 26pts to 25pts.

“All the old "stars " were up to form. Mr C. Lee umpired impartially,” said the May 19 issue.

“There is every probability of a district team journeying to Mansfield to play an 18 chosen from that association on Saturday, June 8.”

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Not worth the silver paid at the gate ■ The Alexandra v Yea match in 1905 produced a surprise outcome, as reported by The Standard: The attendance at the above match, on Saturday last, was very meagre, no doubt owing to the short notice given.

The weather was all that could be desired, but the exhibition given was not worth the charge made at the gate.

Certainly there was some splendid individal play on both sides worth mention, but generally speaking there was little that called forth any applause worth speaking about.

The visiting team was very weak, the bulk of the work falling on three players; again, they could only muster 15 players, Fullerton, H. Hartley and McCarthy making up the team.

It was easily seen that a defeat was in store for Yea when they came on the ground, and much disappointment was expressed when it was found that such sterling players as the Purvis Bros., Borrie, Drysdale, Monahan, Seidal, Hicks, Devlin, Gray Bros., and others were not included in the team.

The local team was an excellent one and had an easy time throughout. The play of,the Johnsons, Armstrong, Stillman, Todd, Greene, and R. Payne was iirst-class; the marking and goal kicking of Greene being a special feature.

The last quarter was simply a scramble from start to finish and although only 20 minutes were allowed, it was quite sufficient to disgust those who paid their silver coin to witness the game.

Open play was out of the question everyman going on his own, making it impossible for a good exhibition.

The Alexandra boys may expect to meet worthy foemen when the return is played.

It is to be regretted that Yea sent such a weak team to do battle with our players.

Nevertheless a very pleasant game resulted and it is to be hoped that the public will lend their patronage to the local clubs by attending the several games that have been arranged for the season and so give the boys some encouragement.

Mr. T. Mensforth had charge of the field and gave every satisfaction.

Messrs. E. Sampson (Yea) and H. Johnson (Alexandra) were in charge of the flags and Messrs. H. McCann (Yea) and T. A. Fox (Alexandra) were time-keepers.

Mr. C. Lee had charge of the gate and although the attendance was not large the club will benefit to a small extent.

The following is a short resume of the play : FIIRST QUARTER. It was 3.30 before the whistle blew. O. Johnson was first to lift the leather, and Ball returned smartly.

Wat. Robinson was awarded a free, and putting his foot well to the ball sent forward and out.

H. Johnson was instrumental in aiding his side by a well directed kick to front of goal, where Peck secured and registered a major.

Yea went off with great dash, fine play by Shirley giving Alexandra backs trouble.

A free in front against the visitors came in time. This gave the locals a chance. and down came the ball and' more trouble was in store.

Peck to Greene in front looked like scoring, but a bad kick resulted in play being centred.

● The Alexandra Showgrounds arena - including the old grandstand.

Armstrong, from centre, to Greene, Yea then took matters in hand. goal was smartly picked up by Todd, who marked in brilliant style, and up Smith did some fine work, but F. who had a snap, No. 4 behind being went the two flags; No. 2 goal for Davis to Wat. Robinson changed the result.

Todd again had a try but Steuart Alexandra, in nine minutes; Ball and play to Yea territory.

Shirley put in some dashing play, but The ball was sent back on to the stopped and sent to Ball and then on the ball was kept well in the centre locals' goal by Shirley and Ball and to Shirley.

A free to Stillman eased matters, for a time. out. great bungling on the part of Yea From here Armstrong forwarded here took place, repeated chances to but proved disastrous, as he forwarded to Kent, who placed the ball and the ball was forced out. score' being "mulled."

Steuart came to the rescue and At this juncture Yea managed No. in front.

Following up his kick he was sent out of danger.

2 goal very easily. Once more the In a smart manner Yea worked locals had it all their own, and once awarded a free, which he made good the ball iip to goal and being picked more did Greene mark very cleverly, use of by sending to Todd, who put up in front very neatly by a Yea but his try for goal was bad, he kick- up No. 7 goal for his aide.

When the bell rang the result was player, what looked like first blood ing out.

Alexandra-7 goals 4 behinds; for the visitors was marked in the He was first on the ball however, 46 points. very teeth, of the goal by E. Johnson. when thrown in, and registered No. 4 Yea-2 goals 3 behinds; 15 points.

Sent well round, play was for a goal for his side.

THIRDQUARTER time across the centre of the ground.

O. Johnson stayed an attack by Yea did not get a look in this quarCapt. Smith secured a mark and Yea by marking. once more Alexandra's goal was in Sent well away,the ball was soon ter, the locals putting up 9 points to trouble. back and Hansen from front kicked nil.

At times the play was fairly good, Stillman stopped, but Lewis re- a hind (No. 3). turned and No. 1 behind for Yea. Down iu front of Yea's citadel the marking and an occasional sprint A minute later the visitors put up Wilson marked. This looked an easy being the main features.

Brilliant passing and such play their first goal. Ball was again much thing, but the try was wretched, and being out of the question. Steuart, in evidence, indeed he seemed to be out of bounds. doing all the graft.

A free against Armstrong gave Ball and Smith were again in eviAn effort to lead his men on Yea an opportunity, but L. Johnson dence for Yea, and T. Robinson, the failed, the local backs being too relieved the pressure and centred Johnsons, Peck, F. Davis and Wood for Alexandra. strong. R. Payne to Wilson found Yea play.

Stillman put up the eighth goal battling against great odds.

Wat. Robinson, who is as smart A badly judged kick by Wilson as they "make 'em," added No. 5 goal and Greene the ninth goal for the locals and H. Johnson the fifth belanded the ball out near goal. On being for Aloxandra in fine style. thrown in O. Johnson added a beThe play was up and down the hind.

Alexandra-9 goals 5 behinds; hind amid cheers. ground.

59 points.

Off, and Shirley to Smith and R. Payne, O. and L. Johnson, then to Hartley, play was on Kent and Stillman for the locals, anl Yea-2 goals 3 behinds; 15 points.

LAST QUARTER Alexandra goal.

Ball, McIntosh, Smith, Shirley, The play this quarter was uninF. Davis eased the pressure by a Steuart and Kyme, for Yea, being teresting, it being a scramble from fine mark and once more centred most conspicuous. play.

A splendid long kick by Wat. start to finish.

It cannot be said thatAlexandra Smith had a try for goal but Kent Robinson added another behind for did not get a look in, as all hands marked and sent to Armstrong. his side (No. 3).

Ex-secretary Fullerton beat Secre Stillman stopped the kick off and being on the ball, open play was out of the question, and it was just a tary Greene by marking in goal. A then out. good long kick was returned, Greene Yea came with great dash and matter of luck as to who would score.

Yea put up two behinds to beating Fullerton by marking clev- centred play. Hero Kent to Wat. erly.

Robinson and on to Greene resulted Alexandra's nil this quarter, leaving Result - No 2 behind for his side. in Ball having a chance, which re- the total scoresAlexandra-9 goals 5 behinds; McIntosh to Ball to Smith and then lieved matters considerably.

59 points. to Hanson, was the smartest and best Alexandra were playing good foot. Yea-2 goals 5 behinds; 17 points. exhibition of the day, and resulted in ball andi made anotherdeliberate Goals and Behinds :-Alexandra No. 2 behind. attack on their opponents' goal with - Greene 4,. Stillman 2, Peek. Wat. Alexandra soon had Yea hard at good result. work and missed several chances to Stillman kicking the sixth major Robinson and Todd 1 each. BehindsO. and H. Johnson, Greene, Wat. score. in his usual style.

R. Payne to Wilson failed, and a A good smart run by Smith, also Robinson add Todd- each.

Yea - McIntosh and Lewis I goal free immediately after to Wilson also a good long kick, gave his side a each. Behinds - Hansen 3, Lewis and proved fruitless, he having an easy chance. angle shot.

L. Johnson relieved from front Ball 1 each. ★ The bell then went and sent round to grand stand. A free The following is the draw of Alexandra-2 goals 2 behinds; to Ellis and on to Smith and once 14 points. more Alexandra were on the defen- matches for the first two rounds in the local association, said tyhe May Yea-- goal 2 behinds ; 8 points. sive in front of goal.

SECONDQUARTER Here L. Johnson again showed 26, 1905 newspapers.

May 27-Alexandra v Johnson's A great run by Armstrong and on out, and beating McCarthy centred Creek, at Alexandra ; Thornton a to Grcone, who held and kicked the play.

Alexandra's third goal.

A beautiful kick by R. Payne to bye.

June 3 - Thornton v Johnson's Creek, at Thornton; Alexandra a bye.

June 10 - Alexandra v Thornton, at Alexandra; Johnson's Creek a bye.

SECONDROUND. June 17 - Johnson's Creek v Alexandra, at Alexandra; Thornton a bye.

June 24 - Johnson's Creek v Thornton, at Alexandra; Alexandra a bye.

July 1- Thornton v Alexandra, at Thornton; Johnson's Creek a bye.

July 8 - Mansfield v.Alexandra, at Mansfield.

The team to represent Alexandra in their match against Johnson's Creek, on the show grounds, to-morrow, will be chosen from the following:- Armstrong, Rennie, Davis, Greene, T. Robinson, W. Wood, Docking, Downey, E. Payne, G. Hartley, McCarthy, E. Hoban, Butler, A. Wood, J. Mills, E. and R. Stillman, Neilson, Collins, A. Dunn, Lee, Hubbard and Hoskins.

The Johnson's Creek team will be selected from the following:-H., B, E. and L. Johnson, J., I. and C. Payne, W. Robinson, Peck, Wilson, J. and M. Hill, Wilmot, Stevens, Laurie, Ruthven, E.Mills, Mathieson, Vernon, Jas. Baker and Kilpatrick.

At the meeting of the.committee of the local association, it was decided to invite a team of metropolitan players to play at Alexandra some time during the season.

The footballers ofThornton intend to hold a ball about the end of June.

The premiership trophy will consist of a photographic picture of the winning team. ★ The June 2 newspaper said: The first match in connection with the local association -Alexandra v.

Johnson's Creek - was contested on the show ground, on Satuiday last.

The attendance was poor, but excitement ran high towards the finish.

The locals received a great drubbing, owing to lack of system.

The two first quarters of the game proved the teams to be fairly matched.

At the conclusion of the third quarter Johnson's Creek had a lead, and although Alexandra started well by putting on points, they suddenly collapsed towards the end, and were defeated.

The play of the Johnsons, Payne Bros., W. Robinson and Peck, for the Creek; andArmstrong, Greene, W. Wood, Collins, Downey, T. Robinson, Hines and McCarthy, for the locals, deserve special mention.

The sprinting and marking, especially high-,marking, was of a very high order.

McCarthy's play was. most consistent thoroughout; Captain Armstrong worked like a tiger, but had no supoort; while Captain H. Johnson was never overlooked by his men.

A few minutes before time the locals made a rally, and nearly caught the Creek score, Johnson's Creek, about four minutes before the bell rang, put in some very smart work and won easily.

The final scores were - Johnson's Creek, 3 goals 16 behinds (34 points); Alexandra, 2 goals 5 behinds (17 points).

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Local Theatre Equation

● Poh Choo Kee and Jue Theng Soo in Equation.

■ Equation is being presented in the Melbourne Fringe Festival from September 12 -22 at Signal, Flinders Walk, Northbank.

Being consumed by the common possessive nature we all face when it comes to love, Pauleen is psychotically welded into this idea that her best friend is the answer to her existence.

As her best friend gradually slips away, she finds herself trapped in a constant loop of life as she struggles to retain what is left of her.

Taking a risk of combining scientific facts with the creative art into theatre, Equation is a comedic mystery which invites the audience to experience the “spiral of emotions through fun and absurdity with a tinge of Malaysian madness”.

In real life, Poh has a professional accounting qualification (ICAEW), while Jue has an Honours degree in Chemistry. Having both of them venture into the fields of accounting and chemistry respectively.

Having ventured into fields outside of the arts, Equation was created with a different perspective in life with the aim of introducing science into arts in theatre.

Dates: September 12-14 at 8.30pm, 15 September at 7.30pm, September 19-21 at 8.30pm, September 22 at 7.30pm (60 mins) Venue: Signal, Flinders Walk, Northbank Tickets: Full $22, Conc. $18, Group (Min 6) $19. Bookings: melbournefringe.com.au or 9660 9666.

- Cheryl Threadgold

Mei Ling in Melb.

■ Playwright Moni Lai Storz has created the multi-cultural play Mei Ling in Melbourne. The play tells the story of a young married couple, Chinese national, Mei Ling (played by Isabelle Wang) and Australian born John Williams (played by Karan Bhatia) who have moved to Melbourne.

John spent his childhood in Castlemaine living with his Indian father after his American mother abandoned them. His mother Tootsie (played by Marie-Therese Byrne) arrives unexpectedly and John refuses to believe she is in fact his mother. Mei Ling and Tootsie form an immediate bond much to the chagrin of John. Tootsie wants to get to know her son and to be forgiven for leaving him.

He finally understands but it may be too late to mend their relationship.

Neighbour, Wally (played by Keam-Mar Lai) added a light comedic role to the ensemble. Composer and musician Phil Trainer also played a troublesome busker.

Isabelle Wang was a stand out, as not only a convincing actor but also a talented singer.

Karan Bhatia seemed a bit nervous at the outset but warmed to his role though his anger seemed a bit superficial at times. Veteran Marie-Therese Byrne seemed to thoroughly enjoy her role and showed her singing prowess with a relaxed delivery.

Wolf Heidecker had his work cut out to direct a play with many scenes in a very small space with seating for only 24 people, but it worked. A simple static set was functional for the actors. Wolf was amply assisted by Lighting and sound designer, Richard Lyford-Pike.

This is a play about the interactions and bonds of family in all cultures.

The ending could have been a bit stronger in telling the story of how each person was affected by the others.

The show continues until Sept 8, upstairs at Singing Wok, Elwood.

Seats can be reserved by email – monilaistorz@gmail.com - Review by Lyn Hurst

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● Alex Veljanovski (left), Anna Elise Louey, Bonnie Brown and Lucy Orr in I Am Not A Cake. Photo: Jack Zapsalis.

■ I Am Not A Cake will be presented February to get better; to tie our personal narrative up in a 12-20 at the Fringe Hub, Carlton. neat little package”.

I Am Not A Cake is healing meditation on I Am Not A Cake rejects this pressure to ‘get surviving childhood sexual trauma. over it’ by embracing the complicated trajecStraight from the mind of queer theatre-maker tory of its writers’ personal narrative.

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Dates: September 12 -20 (no Monday) This work blends ‘recovery’, poetry and parTimes: 6.15pm (55 minute run) ticipatory cake eating.

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Ulster American ■ Violence hides under a thin pretence of civility and culture in David Ireland’s satire, Ulster American.

The urbane Englishman, Leigh Carver (David Whiteley), courts the celebrity American actor Jay Conway (Steve Bastoni) to star in the play he is directing by a Northern Ireland playwright, Ruth Davenport (Sarah Sutherland).

What is revealed as the three meet before the rehearsal season is the pretentiousness of those claiming to be above prejudice and bigotry.

Bastoni exudes the essence of a stereotypical Oscar winning actor.

Indeed, all the actors represent the national identity typically afford them.

Whiteley plays the educated Englishman with the requisite reserve and Sarah gives fire and indignation to a writer influenced by ‘the troubles’. But this is a meeting of cultural conventions as much as three individuals.

A hypothetical discussion about rape between Leigh and Jay stemming from the creative challenge of performing such a deed on camera is met with abhorrence when Ruth hears about it.

At the same time, the play she has written enables her to condone violence between the Protestants and Catholics.

Ultimately, the discourse between them descends into violence as the three try and justify their immediate futures.

Leigh will say anything to have Jay’s commercial clout behind his play.

Jay’s claim that his Catholic Irish roots will be compromised if he continues with the production is met with a threat of social media blackmail by Ruth if Jay breaks his contract.

These three upstanding citizens and cultural doyens show the true metal of which they are made – and it isn’t pretty.

Added to that, Ireland salts the play with some wonderful lines about the pretentiousness

What’s On Mad As A Cute Snake

● Bridget Balodis in Mad As A Cute Snake. Photo: Jake Preval ■ Mad As A Cute Snake, written and directed byAmelia Evans and Dan Giovannoni, will be presented from September 25 to October 5 at Theatre Works, St Kilda.

Premiering as part of the 2019 Melbourne Fringe Festival, these September school holidays join the award-winning team that createdCut Snake and Superhero Training Academy on a new theatrical adventure for the whole family, Mad As A Cute Snake.

Cardigan Coriander-Turner is a regular superhero who does regular superhero stuff, like using her powers to defeat baddies and wearing her undies on the outside. And she’s just been given a mission impossible to save her pet snake, Trix.

But one visit to school - aka ‘The Real World’ - is about to change everything. Turns out Cardi’s not really a superhero after all.

She’s just a little girl with zero powers. How’s she meant to save the day now?

Featuring clowning, backyard acrobatics and original songs, Mad As A Cute Snake invites little and big kids alike to join Cardigan on an epic adventure from suburban Melbourne to the Daintree Rainforest as she tries to save Trix from certain tragedy.

Suitable for children 6+, Written and directed by Amelia Evans and Dan Giovannoni; performed by Julia Billington, Charles Purcell; Alice Qin and Natesha Somasundaram; Composition and sound design by Tom Hogan; set and costume design by Matilda Woodroofe and Hannah Murphy; lighting design by Emma Lockhart-Wilson.

Performance Season: September 25 – October 5 Times: Tues. - Sat. 11am, 2pm and 7pm shows (times vary - please see booking link) Tickets: $35 Adult, $25 Concession and Under 30s, $18.50 Child and Grps 6+ Bookings: 9534 3388 or online at www.melbournefringe.com.au and Venue: Theatre Works - 14 Acland St, St Kilda.

- Cheryl Threadgold

Black Water ● Sarah Sutherland (Ruth) in Ulster American at Red Stitch until September 19. Photo: Teresa Noble of the acting craft.

Director, Brett Cousins, has found the comic edge along which the actors carefully tread.

Talk of rape is offensive and dangerous territory for a comedy but it serves to show that it is one of the many forms of reprehensible violence that we, despite our claims of respectability and education, actually perpetrate. (Think of how we are violating asylum seekers even though we claim to be saving them from drowning at sea).

Ireland’s play is both funny and disturbing.

It speaks to the need for vigilance even amongst those of us who claim to be fair and open minded.

Well done Red Stitch in showing us the flaws in our own civil facade.

Red Stitch Rear, 2 Chapel St, St Kilda East Until September 19 - Review by David McLean

He said he lost control of the car.

She said nothing.

He said he crashed into the black water.

She said nothing.

He managed to swim to safety.

She drowned.

On the evening of July 18, 1969, US Senator Ted Kennedy hosted a party in a remote part of Massachusetts. In attendance were only older married men and a group of women in their 20s. At 11.15pm Kennedy left with Mary Jo Kopechne. It was the last time she was seen alive.

Based on the novella by Joyce Carol Oates, Black Water is a one-woman opera by Jeremy Beck exploring the anguished experience through her flashbacks and dreams.

Performed by soprano Kate Bright and pianist Danaë Killian.

Performance Details: September 28 at 7.30pm, September 29 at 5pm. Venue: Tempo Rubato, 34 Breese St., Brunswick. Duration: 40 minutes no interval. Tickets: $30/$25/$20 Bookings: melbournefringe.com.au/event/ black-water/ Recommended for mature audiences 15+. Potentially triggering content and themes.

- Cheryl Threadgold

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Melbourne

Confidential

Observations Happy Go Wrong

Talk is cheap, gossip is priceless

A Conversation ● Sanjeev Singh (Pisca), Clare Hawley (Wrath) in Wrath.

■ Wrath, by new writer Liam Maguire, is being presented from September 12 -22 at the Fringe Hub, Trades Hall.

It’s the dog-eat-dog world of high-stakes business and newbie Henry has just entered the hornets’ nest.

Trust no one. Suspect everything. Everyone’s a threat on the ladder to success and CEO Ms Stockwood isn’t taking prisoners.

Wrath is a deliciously satirical rollercoaster that threatens to go full pelt off the rails. What is the cost of ‘making it’? What do we sacrifice in staying silent? Who do we become on the brink of our humanity?

This subversive trip down the rabbit-hole explores the powers that influence us.

This new work from an ensemble including Roy Joseph (Channel Ten’s Five Bedrooms), Lou Wall (Lou Wall’s Drag Race), Jonny Hawkins (Sydney Theatre Critic’s Best Newcomer Award recipient), Adam Sollis (Foxtel’s Cloudstreet) and Elle Mickel (Zen Zen Zo), is being presented as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival.

Since graduating from the Masters of Writing for Performance at VCA as well as the Western Australian Academy of Performing Art’s Acting Program, Liam Maguire has selfwritten and directed Wrath which has played to sold out audiences in Melbourne and Sydney in 2018 and 2019 respectively.

He’s been involved in a variety of professional theatrical developments as a performer with companies such as Malthouse and Ilbijerri Theatre Company, and in 2017 he underwent a mentorship with playwright Ross Mueller through ATYP’s Fresh Ink program.

Dates: September 12-22 Time: Tues.-Sat. 9:30pm, Sun. 8:30pm (60 min) Cost: $24-30 Venue: Fringe Hub: Trades Hall – New Council Chambers Tickets: melbournefringe.com.au - Cheryl Threadgold

Off Off Off B’way

■ Off Off Off Broadway Karaoke is an experiment in community noisemaking, which will be presented as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival from September 12 – 15, 17 – 20 at Trades Hall, Carlton.

A rejection of the audience/performer binary, this is a celebration of embarrassing niche subcultures and a space where high and low art make out. Of course, it may just seem like a singalong of your favourite songs starring you and people like you and they say that’s pretty great too.

“Helping an audience of musical enthusiasts live out their Broadway dreams via karaoke seemed like such a wonderfully silly, ambitious, and joyous idea. I can't wait to make my Fringe Festival debut with Off Off Off Broadway”, said Jess McGuire.

Performance Dates: Sept 12 - 15, Sept 17 - 20 Times: 10pm, Sun 9pm (50 min) Venue: Fringe Hub - Music Room,Trades Hall , 54 Victoria St, Carlton Tickets: Full: $25 / Concession: $22 Bookings: melbournefringe.com.au or 9660 9666 - Cheryl Threadgold

■ Dauntless Theatre in association with FizzWack Theatre present David Williamson’s A Conversation as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival from September 13-22 at 8pm at the Meat Market, North Melbourne.

A Conversation is the second play in David Williamson’s Jack Manning Trilogy, exploring the use of community conferencing – a process where victims and perpetrators meet and talk.

Described by Williamson himself as a play that could be “the most powerful I’ve ever written”, A Conversation sees two fictional families meet – the parents of the victim, and those close to the person convicted of raping and murdering their child.

The play asks this fundamental question throughout: In what way are we (as individuals, as a society and as a species) culpable through indifference and/or ignorance brought about by long-standing cultural standards?

Audiences will witness a personal discussion, in a meeting space designed to evoke the visceral, real-life atmosphere of the situation.

They will be flies on the wall, as the play explores themes of classism, nature vs. nurture, toxic masculinity, the devastating human effect of violent crime and especially, the vastness of its impact.

After a well-received community theatre season of A Conversation in October last year, director Lee Cook and performer Kadey McIntosh felt compelled to remount this important theatrical work, thus forming Dauntless Theatre in 2019.

Co-Founder of FizzWack Theatre, Travis Handcock, promptly offered to back the venture having attended a performance of the original production, impressed by how well it aligned with FizzWack’s commitment “to creating edgy and fresh theatre that tackles interesting and challenging scripts for Melbourne audiences”.

There is also a special story associated with this new theatre company’s mounting of A Conversation.

Kadey McIntosh wrote a letter to playwright David Williamson’s agent, requesting the rights to perform this constantly relevant play, and recognising the work as an important piece of Australian literature.

Kadey is thrilled to say that David Williamson, ‘an iconic Australian treasure’, replied personally to her, expressing pride in this

● Reschelle O’Connor as Donna Milsom in A Conversation. Photo: Shane Anthony play and that he was moved by her story.

Not only did Williamson give his personal blessing but generously offered a discounted fee to allow them to perform the play at this year’s Fringe Festival.

Performance Dates: September 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 at 8pm (90 minutes no interval) Venue: Meat Market, 5 Blackwood St., North Melbourne – Large Meeting Room Tickets: All $24.50 (25 per cent discount for Fringe Dwellers).

Bookings: www.melbournefringe.com.au/ event/a-conversation or 9660 9666.

Audience Information: This play contains adult themes, sexual references and some coarse language. Recommended for viewing by people 16 years and over.

Warning: This event may contain triggering and/or sensitive material. Sexual assault and graphic violence are mentioned in this performance.

- Cheryl Threadgold

Long Shot review FILM: LONGSHOT: Genre: Comedy/Romance Cast: Charlize Theron, Seth Rogen, Andy Serkis, June Diane Raphael. Lisa Kudrow, Bob Odenkirk.

Year: 2019.

Rating: MA15+ Length: 125 Minutes.

Stars: *** Review: Romantic-comedy of an eccentric Fred Flarsky (Seth Rogen) who reunites with his first crush Charlotte (Charlize Theron), now a very successful woman in politics who is preparing to make a run for the Presidency of the United States, and against opposition she hires him as her speechwriter, and the sparks fly.

With the highly unlikely scenario that Charlize Theron as The Secretary of State of the United States, planning to run for President, would fall head over heels for scruffy, potty and motor-mouthed Seth Rogen, this political-romantic-comedy was a pleasant enough surprise, and though highly implausible, it is a funny, crowd pleas-

ing, romp that delivers an abundance of laughs along with likeable characters.

Co-producers and stars Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron defy the odds and logic

with a normally formulaic scenario to create a rom-com with wit and bite to spare, and featuring a wonderful supporting cast.

- James Sherlock

Hard To Reach Places ■ Internationally acclaimed, theatrical and circus performer Anna Lumb is presenting her new solo show Hard to Reach Places, September 12-20, at the Fringe Hub, Carlton.

Written and performed by Anna Lumb and directed by Rebecca Church, Hard to Reach Places plays out, nonsequentially, a day in a woman’s life, navigating the challenges of parenting, relationships, show business, visible ageing and the unrealistic expectations she places on herself and others.

In a blend of styles this show combines circus, movement, text and sound in a darkly humorous, irreverent and personal insight into one person’s

daily experiences and the chaos that ensues from some questionable life choices.

Working with director Rebecca Church from the award winning cabaret Seen and Heard this will be Anna’s first solo shows in seven years.

In life, hard to reach places are often the dirtiest or the least likely to be seen, which is why this is set to be one of Anna’s most candid performances to date.

When: 8.45pm (7.45pm Sundays) September 12-20 Where: Fringe Hub- Quilt Room. Cnr Lygon and Victoria Sts, Carlton.

Cost: $20-25 Bookings: melbourne fringe.com or call 9660 9666

● Andi Snelling. Photo: Darren Gill ■ Andi Snelling presents Happy-Go-Wrong from September 13–15, 20–22, 27-29 at The Burrow, Fitzroy.

Andi’s life has taken a spectacular wrong turn, leaving her fighting for survival. Little does she know, she is about to be rescued in the most profound way.

Happy-Go-Wrong offers an intimate peek behind the curtain of those who face their mortality on a daily basis with unflinching honesty and life-saving comedy.

And roller skates. Blending clowning, storytelling and physical theatre with a twist, Happy-Go-Wrong is a visceral solo odyssey through the darkest depths of human struggle, lit by the power of resilience.

Following her sold-out shows #DearDiary and Déjà Vu (And Other Forms of Knowing), Happy-Go-Wrong is Andi’s third collaboration with director Danielle Cresp and marks a comeback after three years away from the stage.

“After such a sudden and profound life change, I have become fascinated by the secret messages which life’s ‘great accidents’ may be sending us.

“It has made me question what role we play in our own fate and how on earth we can feel seen when our fight for survival is invisible,” says Snelling.

Andi Snelling is an accomplished actor with dancing roots who trained at the prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London.

Her career highlights include working for the BBC, performing on the West End, being the voice of Qatar Airways, and a recurring role on Neighbours.

Performance Dates: September 13-15, 2022, 27-29 (every Fri., Sat., Sun. of the festival) Times: 5:30pm (60 mins) Venue: The Burrow, 83 Brunswick St, Fitzroy Tickets: $28 full, $26 conc, $24 groups (4+) Bookings via melbournefringe.com.au or call 9660 9666.

- Cheryl Threadgold

Chapel Gallery Fyodor Dostoevsky Life Works Events Fyodor Dostoevsky is one of the most famous writers in classical Russian literature.

Twenty central episodes in the writer's life and works will be strikingly and movingly displayed using digitally recreated lithographs, engravings and photographs from the 19th century, the images are accompanied by short textual commentaries.

The aim of the exhibition is to provide and ever-greater understanding of the writer's creativity.

Exhibition: September 3 - 22.

Chapel off Chapel Gallery 12 Little Chapel St., Prahran - Peter Kemp

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The Arts Malthouse 2020

■ Malthouse Theatre celebrates its 30-year anniversary in 20920, in the iconic beer-making malthouse built in 1892.

Season 2020 builds on this three-decade legacy of theatre-making and promises to deliver an eclectic mix of classics and contemporary theatre.

First up is a new production of an old stalwart, Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest. However, expect the unexpected as Jon Haynes and David Woods take on all roles between them.

Drag diva feminist Le Gateau Chocolat joins with comedian Adrienne Truscott in a metaphorical saunter through politically correct eggshells in Grey Arias.

Scott Shepherd and Zahra Newman star in an electrifying production of Macbeth literally, thanks to an electrified set which will rain down sparks with each gesture.

A surreal comedy, K-Box, by writer-in-residence Ra Chapman, promises a humorous take on identity.

An Australian premiere of Tina Satter’s disturbing verbatim work utilising an actual FBI transcript, Is This A Room, will be performed with the New York ensemble.

National treasure Patricia Cornelius’s Do Not Go Gentle is revived for its first mainstream production and well overdue.

Based on Scott’s fatal Antarctic crossing, Shane Bourne stars in the production directed

by Susie Dee. An immersive theatrical event is planned for the epic narrative that is The Return by John Harvey. The emotional, cultural weight of repatriation of indigenous ancestral remains is a reminder of Australia’s brutal history, but also a vehicle for homecoming and healing.

Suzie Miller’s Prima Facie stars Sheridan Harbridge as a defence barrister battling a legal system she was once so sure of.

The inimitable Paul Capsis returns to the Malthouse main stage in Go to Hell. Directed

by Michael Kantor, Capsis scorches his way through numbers from Bob Dylan to Blondie to Megan Washington.

Christos Tsiolkas’s debut novel, Loaded, reimagined, is Malthouse’s final offering for Season 2020.

- Kathryn Keeble

Just Us Girls

■ Just Us Girls – What’s A Girl? is being presented September 21-29 in the Fringe Hub, Trades Hall.

This is the story of girls in the world. Feminist theatre and a satire that celebrates getting on with being a queen without sexism, discrimination, misogyny, or rape culture.

Just Us Girls - What’s A girl? responds to the injustices of women, girls and non binary people with a punk attitude fit for any person from any cultural background, of any gender to stand alongside.

Part absurdist theatre , part contemporary dance , part political feminist theatre, this twohander traumady (trauma-comedy) explores the multi-faceted individual and diverse experiences women, girls and non binary people endure.

Ellen Grimshaw is an emerging Melbourne based comedic-feminist writer and performer who creates experimental post dramatic theatre that challenges the norm in all senses of the word.

Ellen was awarded a prestigious commission by Melbourne University and the VCA school of theatre earlier this year, as part of a majorAustralian arts project, for the development of Just Us Girls – What’s a Girl?

Dates: September 21-29 Time: Tues.-Sat. 8:45pm, Sun. 7:45pm (50 min) Cost: $23-32 Venue: Fringe Hub: Trades Hall – Music Room Tickets: melbournefringe.com.au/ - Cheryl Threadgold

Agora postponed

■ Nillumbik Shire Council was forced to postpone the launch of its Digital Agora arts event in Hurstbridge last weekend after the theft of projection equipment on Thursday.

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Entertainment

You Look Like Your Father

● Alex Lloyd (Zac and Seb Muirhead (Jacob) in You Look Like Your Father.

■ For five performances, new work You Look tinually reflecting back on his dad’s many misLike Your Father by British playwright Kieran takes. Zac’s partner Mariska Murphy as Lily Gould-Dowen brought to life many major daddy stood out with her performance as she went issues that just happened to coincide with through her pregnancy and the birth with great Father’s Day at Chapel off Chapel. trepidation and at times with questionable supHow do new dads cope with the arrival of a port. baby in the household and how does that affect Emotions ran high many times with all the him prior, during and after childbirth? cast, particularly expressively by Malith Jay as Not all the answers are provided with this Dominic and Kerry Du Plessis as Violet, while work but as a true story that challenged the writer the fight scenes between Violet’s rival partners personally, it is a powerfully honest and raw en- Shane Grubba as Teddy and Seb Muirhead as counter.

Jacob was well choreographed by John Reed.

Three mothers going through the emotional Debut Director Marcia Lemm would learn a adjustments of being pregnant in making their lot with her directorial performance, as we did partners understand how they feel are met with experience many soft lines and at times delivtheir respective partners reflecting on their past ery across stage which left the audience strugdysfunctional relationships with their own fathers gling to follow. A challenging piece of theatre, and as to whether they themselves could be good not only to write but to direct and perform. fathers.

– Review by Graeme McCoubrie How much do we blame our parents for our mistakes?

In delving into uncomfortable places and questioning the concept of an ideal family the ■ Sir Michael Parkinson’s Farewell Ausaudience reacted by stunned silence without aptralia tour is a celebration of the life and plause at interval, such was the impact of the career of a man who has interviewed over script.

2000 of the most important cultural figures While at times the script laboured, we did of the 20th and 21st centuries. have very energetic and credible performances Hamer Hall is the venue for the October

by Alex Lloyd as Zac, a softie hoping not to be 22 event. like his father and Alistair Ward as George con-

Farewell tour

Latest shows, auditions SHOWS

SHOWS

■ Malvern Theatre Company: Ladies in Black (by Carolyn Burns and Tim Finn) Until September 14 at 29 Burke Rd., Malvern East. Director: Alan Burrows. Bookings: 1300 131 552.

■ Mordialloc Theatre Company: Proof (by David Auburn) September 6 - 21 at the Shirley Burke Theatre, 64 Parkers Rd., Parkdale. Director: Peter Roberts. Bookings: 9587 5141.

■ Heidelberg Theatre Company: The Drawer Boy (by Michael Healey) September 6 - 21 at 36 Turnham Ave., Rosanna. Director: Karen Wakeham. Bookings: www.htc.org.au or 9457 4117.

■ Williamstown Little Theatre:Strawberry (by Kerry Drumm) Until September 21 at 2-4 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Shirley Sydenham.

Bookings: www.wlt.org.au ■ Essendon Community Theatre: Summer of the Aliens (by Louis Nowra) Until September 14 at the Bradshaw St. Hall, Bradshaw St., Essendon West. Director: David Runnalls. Bookings: www.essendontheatrecompany.com.au ■ Geelong RepertoryTheatre Company: And Then There Were None (by Agatha Christie) Until September 21 at 15 Coronation St., West Geelong. Director: Greg Shawcross. Bookings: 5225 1200.

■ Leongatha Lyric Theatre: Jasper Jones (by Kate Mulvaney), September 13 - 21 at Mesley Hall, Cnr Horn and Ogilvy Sts., Leongatha. Director: Sue Lindsay. Bookings: 0490 525 482.

■ Wyndham Theatre Company: Fracture: A Series of Short Works September 21 - 22 at Crossroads Theatre, Cnr Synott and Duncans Rd., Werribee. Various Directors. Bookings: www.wyndhamtheatrecompany.org.au/buy-tickets ■ Eltham Little Theatre: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest September 20 - October 5 at the Eltham Performing Arts Centre, 1603 Main Rd., Research. Director: Tess Maurici. Bookings: tickets@elthamlittletheatre.org.au ■ Ark Theatre: Plan B - The Season September 26 - October 5 at Lilydale Heights College PAC, 17 Nelson St., Lilydale. Various authors and directors. Bookings: www.trybooking.com ■ LOTS Theatre Inc: LOTS 7 October 11, 12, 18, 19 at 8.00pm, October 13, 20 (2.00pm matinees), at 'Terminal 7', Parktone Primary School, cnr. Robert and McSwain Sts., Parkdale.

Tickets: $20 incl. light refreshments. Bookings: Trybooking. Enquiries: 9580 2387.

AUDITIONS ■ Williamstown Little Theatre: Two One Act Plays. The Real Inspector Hound (by Tom Stoppard) and Black Comedy (by Peter Shaffer). September 8 at 8pm, September 9 at 7pm at 2 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Gaetano Santo.

Enquiries: gaetanosanto.aus@gmail.com

What’s On The Other Place

● Vivian Nguyen, Susie Sparkes, Erin Pattinson, Kristina Benton and Ravenna Bouckaert in The Other Place. Phioto: Sarah Walker ■ The genius of Christopher Bryant’s play, The Other Place, was best evident in a moment of theatrical brilliance that summed up the seemingly disparate lives of Betty Burstall and Buzz Goodbody.

The five members of the ensemble (Susie Sparkes, Ravenna Bouckaert, Kristina Benton, Erin Pattison, Vivian Nguyen), each of whom at different stages became the voice of the two women, stood in a line.

The voice of Betty rippled down the line to become the voice of Buzz only to return and become Betty again. The characters’ lives, experiences and the actors had been fused as one voice.

These two individuals, though they had never met in real life, represented women who had struggled to overcome stereotypes and found new forums for developing theatre in the United Kingdom and Australia.

Buzz created The Other Place in Stratford undercutting the staid expectations associated with the Bard.

Betty began La Mama in Carlton that was the touchstone for much of the new local theatre that emerged then and continues to emerge now.

They surmounted great odds and personal demons and Bryant’s play stands as testament to their legacy as agents of theatre and as voices for women in that domain.

The play itself is superbly crafted. It employs the various ages of theatre alluding, as it begins, to ‘Hamlet’ and questions of life, death and identity that continually ripple throughout the piece.

The play utilises the elements of the respective historical genres that follow to imagine the struggles both Betty and Buzz would have faced on their respective life journeys.

Both individuals revolutionised theatre but faced uncertainty, grief and tragedy. By concluding with magical realism and imagining a meeting between Betty and Buzz, Bryant is perhaps suggesting that their voices live on as part of that historical progression In directing, Jessica Dick has utilised sound and light on a minimal stage that contained the simplest props to craft a theatrical entertainment.

The ensemble nature of the piece meant each member of the cast was totally dependent on the other, and the way they integrated ensured the momentum was sustained and that there was no difficulty in seeing bothBetty and Buzz come to life regardless of who was the responsible focus at any particular time.

This play is a testament to theatre; its history, its versatility and, in particular, to two women whose legacy should be acknowledged.

Before Shot Theatre Company Theatre Works, 14 Acland St, St. Kilda Until September 8.

- Review by David McLean

Media Flashes

■ Eliza Edwards has started a new role as a Political Reporter for Sky News Australia, based in the Canberra Press Gallery.

■ Jamie Duncan is back to freelancing as a Journalist and Features Writer for the Herald Sun, where he has worked for four years.

■ Isabella Fowler has started as an Entertainment Reporter at news.com.au. She had previously been a Content Producer at Mamamia.

- Telum Australia

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Magazine

Crossroads

By Rob Foenander info@country crossroads com.au

In Oakleigh Tonight ■ The Grand Final edition of In Oakleigh Tonight promises to be a grand way to take out the AFL season.

Singing, dancing, interviews, house band, a house poet, a barrel, a wheel, prizes, mall talk, local legends, big names, small names, dinner, and more on offer at the Caravan Club Oakleigh on Thursday, September 26, commencing 8.40pm.

Tickets at the Caravan Club.Goo

Lady Beatle ■ Naomi Price revisits all The Beatle classics in this must-see show.

Be mesmerised by her original interpretations of Eleanor Rigby, Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds, Here Comes the Sun, Yellow Submarine and more.

Naomi is a 2017 Green Room Awardwinner.

Lady Beatle is a heady trip of psychedelic fun, magical entertainment, and wide-eyed wonderment says her media promotion.

Thursday, September 12, 8 pm. Frankston Arts Centre.

- Rob Foenander

Coming to grips with a new white Italian ■ I wrote last week about the South Australian district of McLaren Vale doing very nicely of late with a couple of southern European red varieties.

This week I'm staying in McLaren Vale but focusing on fiano, a new Italian white variety for the district and Australia.

"Our fiano journey is around 18 years old, but the variety itself has been around for several thousand years," said Coriole's founder, Mark Lloyd. " Thick-skinned, highly fragrant and refreshing natural acidity make this an extremely welcome addition to Australia's winemaking scene.

"We kicked off fiano's journey in Australia and I'm not exaggerating when I say that the 2018 is our finest vintage yet."

Well said, Mark, and I agree with you heartily.

The variety is more than welcome here and will produce some great Australian dry whites … and be blended, judiciously of course, into some great Australian dry reds.

WINE REVIEWS Coriole 2018 Fiano ($28): A marvellously fresh, some would say simple, dry white wine, but all the better for its simplicity. If you like young semillon or sauvignon blanc, do yourself a favour and try this.

It's a great match for fettuccine carbonara, so try a bottle over the kitchen table or take some to your favourite Italian bistro.

● Coriole Vineyard: doing great things with fiano.

You won't regret it - just tell the task that fiano seems to do admira- or with abandon.

In the words of the accompanywait staff that I sent you. bly.

Coriole 2018 Shiraz Fiano($32): The result of the blend is a ing press release, this wine celAustralians are getting used to dry fresher red than normal, tending ebrates fiano's textural qualities.

The grapes were picked a little reds made from shiraz with a touch towards the medium- rather than riper and received more time on of viognier, a perfumed white vari- full-bodied - good one. skins to encourage extraction, and ety.

WINE OF THE WEEK It's something that this critic still Coriole 2018 Rubato Fiano the wine was then fully fermented struggles with, the viognier being ($32): music lovers may know the in seasoned oak barrels. I can feel perhaps a little too perfumed for a term 'rubiato' means to play freely a new favourite white coming on.

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THE T OP 5 PHR A SES THA T ARE TOP PHRA THAT GU AR ANTEED T O HAL T GUAR ARANTEED TO HALT ANY C ONVERS ATION. CONVERS ONVERSA 5. "Hey Dad, there's a crew from 'A Current Affair' at the front door".

4. "Don't worry. Penicillin will fix anything".

3. "Mr Putin, Mr Trump is on the phone".

2. "Please tell Prince Andrew his Mother wants to meet him in the Tower".

1. "Mr Premier, there are about 100 men in red shirts in the foyer".

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Stateside with Gavin Wood in West Hollywood

Mobile security and info in WeHo ■ Hi everyone, from my suite at the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites comes this week's news.

Out and About

Extra set of eyes and ears

■ The City of West Hollywood's Security Ambassador program is providing the city with supplemental safety, security and hospitality services.

Security Ambassadors are deployed on bicycles along Santa Monica Boulevard from Doheny to La Brea, the Sunset Strip, Pick Up Line vehicles, special events, alleys, City parking lots and residential neighborhoods within city limits.

Security Ambassadors act as an extra set of eyes and ears for the Sheriff's Department and assist with identifying and addressing quality of life issues.

Proving once again that West Hollywood is one of the safest cities in California.

5 Neighbouring Cities ■ While West Hollywood flourishes as a tight-knit community and neighborhood, its official status goes beyond that as a city in its own right.

Famous for passing legislation such as same-gender domestic partner benefits for city employees, and bans on fur sales and declawing of cats, West Hollywood represents not only much of LA's entertainment history but also a beacon of social justice.

The legendary Sunset Strip has been undergoing a revival of sorts as the home of go-to music venues, and many of LA's top destination restaurants lie within West Hollywood's borders, but there are other spots that fly under the radar.

Whether you're a longtime resident, or are visiting this bustling city beneath the hills for the first time, there's always something new to discover in West Hollywood.Take advantage of its rich, creative history and vibrant culture.

The Westside awaits a cornucopia of food, shopping, arts and culture, architecture, nature.

And the best way to experience the Westside is to travel off the beaten path and uncover the locals' best kept secrets.

Whether a first-time tourist, regular visitor, or long-time resident, the Westside offers something for everyone.

Unveil a treasure trove of local hidden gems in five neighboring cities: Beverly Hills, Culver City, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, and West L.A.

China jails journalists ■ The Reporters Without Borders (RSF) 2018 report on deadly attacks and abuses against journalists shows that the "biggest jailer of journalists," as of December 2018, is Communist China, which is holding 60 reporters.

In second place behind China is Egypt (38 reporters jailed), then Turkey (33 reporters jailed), Saudi Arabia (28) and then Iran (28).

Worldwide, 348 journalists are being held in prisons, according to the RSF, 324 men and 24 women.

Among the 348 detained reporters, 179 are professional journalists, 150 are non-professional bloggers, online reporters, citizen journalists and 19 media workers, according to the RSF report.

● Lyndon Johnson

Diets over the decades

● Pictured on Santa Monica Boulevard outside the Wells Fargo Bank which is in front of the Ramada Plaza Hotel is Ramada Managing Director, Alan Johnson, Security Ambassador Caesar Aguilar, with Ramada General Manager, William Karpiak.

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No cure to poverty ■ When President Lyndon Johnson launched his War on Poverty in the 1960s, he pledged to eliminate poverty in America.

More than five decades, several welfare programs, and $25 trillion later, the welfare system has utterly failed the poor.

The poverty rate remains mostly unchanged, and tens of millions of Americans are dependent on government assistance.

Currently, the United States spends about a trillion dollars a year on 80 different federal, state, and local welfare programs.

About 40 million Americans are considered poor.

If we divided that $1 trillion among those 40 million people, we could give each person approximately $25,000 a year, or $100,000 a year for a family of four.

We're clearly spending a lot of money, so why have we not ended poverty? Our welfare system discourages work. It discourages families from staying together. And it encourages dependence on government. In other words, welfare keeps the poor poor.

In many cases, welfare has harmed the very people it was supposed to help, especially children.

Why has this happened? As welfare benefits grew over the years, they increasingly served as a substitute for a working parent.

As the taxpayer became the family breadwinner, that encouraged many men to stop upholding their responsibilities, leaving more and more women as heads of single-parent households.

On the other side of the coin, single mothers were discouraged from marrying the fathers of their children because that reduced their benefits.

Sadly, the cycle continues today as many children who grow up on welfare eventually follow in their parents' footsteps when they have families of their own.

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■ During the 19th century, a diet called "Fletcherism" became popular. Introduced byAmerican Horace Fletcher "the Great Masticator", the diet promoted chewing a mouthful of food at least 32 times or until it was turned into liquid. He argued his method of eating could help people avoid disease and lose weight.

Elvis Presley was famously a fan of the "Sleeping Beauty Diet," or a diet where a person is sedated for days at time. The reasoning behind the diet was that a sleeping person wouldn't eat.

Losing weight alters brain activity. For example, after following a weight loss program for six months, women scored better on memory tests. Research has also linked obesity to poor memory, especially in overweight pear-shaped women.

A fat cell lives for about seven years. When a fat cell dies, a new one grows to replace it. The body keeps track of how many fat cells it has as well as the amount of fat in each cell.

If fat cells are removed by liposuction, for example, the body compensates by growing new fat cells in other areas of the body.

Obesity has been linked to several types of cancer. Specifically, being overweight causes inflammation that causes cell changes in the body. However, just by losing 5 per cent of your body weight can significantly lower dangerous levels of inflammation.

People with a disorganised work space are more likely to eat junk food. According to a University of Minnesota study, people in disorganised workspaces are more likely to choose unhealthy snacks.

After undergoing bariatric surgery, approximately 87 per cent of patients said their taste buds had changed. Almost half of them said food didn't taste as good, so they didn't eat as much. Additionally, people had less of a preference for salty foods. Losing weight can reduce arthritis symptoms.

A recent study found that eating dark chocolate in moderate amounts is associated with lower levels of abdominal fat.

Scientists speculate that the antioxidants may help fight inflammation and improve metabolic functioning.

Scientists believe there are as many as 100 different types of "fat genes," or genes that increase the likelihood of someone developing type 2 diabetes and becoming obese. However, scientists note that obesity-promoting genes can be offset by regular exercise and a healthy diet.

‘Religion is answer’ ■ A new survey shows that religion is important to 72 per cent of Americans and that, among weekly churchgoers, 81 per cent believe religion can answer "all or most of today's problems. " In the poll, conducted Dec.12, Gallup asked, "How important would you say religion is in your own life very important, fairly important or not very important?"

For "all Americans," 51 per cent said religion is "very important" and 21 per cent said "fairly important," which equals a total of 72 per cent on the importance scale.

However, 27 per cent of all Americans said religion was "not very" important in their lives.

For "Christians," the percentages were higher: 62 per cent "very important and 25 per cent "fairly important," for a total of 87 per cent important. Only 13 per centof Christians said religion was "not very" important in their lives.

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■ Jill Perryman is one of the ‘legends of the stage’ in Australia. Jill worked mainly for the J.C. Williamson organisation and performed in musicals for many years as well as working as an actress in films and television.

Jill Perryman was born in Melbourne in 1933.

Jill was born into a theatrical family, her mother Dorothy understudied Gladys Moncrieff and her father Bill Perryman was principal tenor with J.C. Williamson's.

Jill told me in a radio interview that she actually made her stage debut at the age of two in 1936 when she wandered onto the stage during a performance of The Whitehorse Inn wearing a nappy and looking for her mother.

She got a round of applause from the audience and after that Jill was included in the show along with her sister Diana.

When Wirth's Circus toured the production around Queensland the family were ‘on the road’ and travelled for about 10,000 miles together performing in a circus tent when there was no theatre available.

The costume that Jill wore as ‘the goat girl’ in The Whitehorse Inn is preserved at the Victorian Arts Museum.

During the war years Jill sang on a radio talent quest and the family were delighted when she won 30 bob's worth of groceries.

In 1953 she was working in the chorus of Call Me Madam and understudying the leading lady, Evie Hayes.

Whatever Happened To ...

Jill Perryman

By Kevin Trask of 3AW and 96.5 Inner FM

Jill appeared in many shows during the 1950s which included Carnival, Can Can, The Pajama Game and Paint Your Wagon (which she often says was her favourite).

In 1959 Jill married Kevan Johnston who was a dancer and choreographer. They had two children Tod and Trudy.

Reg Gorman recalls seeing a ‘magic moment’ at the Phillip Street Theatre in Sydney in the early 1960s when Jill and her sister Diana did a sketch as ‘two ladies of theatre’.

During the sketch Diana turned to Jill and said, "What's left for us Jill?" - and then they went into a very tasteful burlesque style ‘strip routine’ which Reg said was absolutely hilarious.

● Jill Perryman in an early career performance

In 1965 Jill read in the paper that she was going to play the lead role of Fanny Brice in Funny Girl and then she got a phone call congratulating her on getting her first leading role At that stage Jill didn't have anyone managing her and after that incident she got an agent Evie Hayes played her mother in Funny Girl.

Jill's musicals included Side By Side By Sondheim, Annie, Hello Dolly and The Boy From Oz. Her dramatic stage productions included Summer Of The Seventeenth Doll and Death Of ASalesman.

Over the years Jill has guest starred in television series such as Homicide, Bellbird, A Country Practice, The Flying Doctors and Changi Her film roles include Clowning Around and Love in Limbo.

Jill has been awarded the AM and the MBE. At the 2011 Helpmann Awards, Jill Perryman received the JC WilliamsonAward, for her outstanding contribution to the Australian live performance industry along with Nancye Hayes and Toni Lamond.

Kevin Trask Kevin can be heard on 3AW The Time Tunnel - Remember When Sundays at 10.10pm with Philip Brady and Simon Owens.

And on 96.5 FM That's Entertainment - Sundays at 12 Noon.

Annual City of Casey Art Spaces program

■ The annual City of Casey Art Spaces program gives emerging and semi-professional artists from Casey and the south eastern suburbs the opportunity to exhibit in Casey-Cardinia Libraries located at Doveton, Cranbourne, Endeavour Hills or Bunjil Place.

An Art Space gives access to an established viewing audience, a network of artists and opportunities to sell the exhibited artwork.

Art Spaces 2020 applications open Monday September 9 and are accepted from individuals or groups with a creative content concept that is well thought through and well presented.

The art spaces are equipped with hanging systems, display cases and digital screens - so let yourself go creatively.

F or everything you need to know about exhibiting visit www.casey. vic.gov.su/art-spaces-casey, read the ArtSpacesInformation Pack and preview the new application form.

Also, it's really worth attending the workshop, bookings essential.

Free Workshop - applying to the 2020 Art Spaces Program. This one hour session will show you how to access and fill-out the new 2020 application form.

Tuesday September 17. At 10am 11am Venue as above. Bookings essential: arts@caseyvic.gov.au Phone 9709 8767 Bunjil Place, Boon Wurrung & Wurundjeri Rooms 2 Patrick North East Drive Narre Warren

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and are forced to fight to survive.

The film is known as one of the most significant cult horror movies of all time.

LoDuca's spine-tingling score newly reimagined for this show - will be played live by an ensemble of musicians from the MSO, conducted by Brett Kelly.

This rare resurrection of the beloved classic will come to life in a way you've never seen before - in this lifetime … or the next.

Thursday October 31 at 8pm.

Palais Theatre, St. Kilda

National Gallery

Lichtenstein to Warhol: the Kenneth Tyler Collection with Peter Kemp Following WWII master painter When Annette competed as the Kenneth Tyler was at the forefront of only female in the Paris Seine mara- printmaking innovation in America, thon, the crowd immediately fell in orchestrating the move from love with her, "Allez Miss" they printmaking as a minor artform to a leading visual practice. shouted.

Through his workshops, Tyler emShe was pro feminist and fearlessly pursue her dream of a new life for powered major post-war artists - Josef and Ann Albers, Helen women.

In this exhibition, Barmby, assisted Frankenthaler, Jasper Johns, Roy by artist Tom Alberts, utilises multiple Lichtenstein, Joan Mitchell. Robert photographic scenes to restage and Motherwell. Robert Rauschenberg, reimagine the ideas and image mak- Donald Sultan and Andy Warhol - to create printworks on a grand scale, ing of Annette Kellerman.

Exhibition September 20 - Octo- using ground-braking techniques.

Open September 7. ber 17.

Hugh Ramsay Alliance Français Delve into the paintings, portraits 51 Grey St, St Kilda and sketchbooks of seminal Australian artist Hugh Ramsay, whose brilliant career was cut short at just 28.

The young artist shot to fame when Evil Dead in Concert four works were selected for the New This Halloween, get your thrills and L'Audace d'Annette Salon in Paris 1902, a feat unheard of chills when musicians from the MSO As an international celebrity at the in expatriate circles. turn of the 20th century, the marathon perform Evil Dead in Concert, a liveDecember 13. 2019 - March 2020. to-film event featuring a special guest swimmer, fearless diver, vaudeville Matisse & Picasso performer and movie star showed appearance by original score comExplore the relationship between poser Joe LoDuca. courage and innovation at every turn, The legendary 80s cult classic will two of the world's greatest artists and She is now the centre of a new be screened in a newly restored for- rivals -from Picasso's suntameable exhibition that utilises multiple photoapproach to Matisse's seductive regraphic scenes to restage and mat at the Palais Theatre, with a rein- sistibility-responding to each other's vented score brought to life by musireimagine moments of her life. work throughout their careers. Curated Lisa Barmby's L'Audace cians from the MSO alongside the by the NGA, this exhibition includes renowned composer himself on the d'Annette presents 38 elaborately major works sourced from public and staged photographs and a six-metre keyboards. private collections around the world.

The Evil Dead follows five college collage that examine the audacious December 13. 2019 - April 13. 2020 life and career of Annette Kellerman students on holiday in an isolated cabin National Gallery of Australia in the woods, where they unwittingly (1886 - 1975).

Parkes Place, Parkes A.C.T. release absolute evil into the world

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OK. With John O’Keefe ABC’s Jane goes solo

■ One of my favourite ABC presenters is Jane Hutcheson and her main gig is One to One. Jane has called it quits and finishes up with Aunty at end of this month.

In her next life Jane intends taking groups to exciting parts of the world, writing features , maybe another book and would you believe being interviewed by a celeb on One to One. In all, Jane has done 500 interviews over nine years. Good luck, Jane.

Roll call ruckus

■ We hear that in a presentation to 3AW staff the head honchos from new Sydney owners did themselves no favours by screwing up their roll call of AW’s current on-air talent. They made no acknowledgment of afternoon talent Tom Elliott, yet mentioned Bruce Mansfield who died three years ago. What a way to build team morale .

Myer opts for new face

■ Seven time Logie winner Asher Keddie , aged 45, has signed on as style ambassador for Myer. She replaces Jennifer Hawkins who did not renew .

Asher will be the new face of Myer, appearing in their TV commercials, parades and general promotions. Hawkins ‘contract lasted1- years and we wish Asher every bit of luck as she is one of the nicest ladies on Australian TV.

Crooning couple

■ Nine is pulling out all stops to put on a blockbuster show for The Footy Show Grand Final episode. All the old gang will be there except Trevor Marmalade who has given the show a big miss.

One segment worth watching will be Sam Newman teaming with Rebecca Maddern in a duet. Sam does have a good voice and in the days gone by he had a regular spot on the Ernie Sigley Show on Nine of a morning.

Mistaken identity

■ Many of us have heard of the online dating site, Tinder which vets all applicants before a pic and profile can be included.

Former UK boy band member Matt Goss applied and got knocked back with Tinder explaining “we suspect you are an impersonator looking similar to one of The Bros artists”.

Problem was Matt Goss was the real thing. Whole thing turned out satisfactorily as he is now all loved up.

- John O’Keefe

● Asher Keddie is the new face of Myer.

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Photos: Ash Long

Yea A-Grade makes its way to Grand Final Photos: Ash Long

● Yea’s A-Grade GA, Nikki Watts, sets a fast pace against Seville.

● Melissa Martinov was in firm control in this stanza of play against Seville.

● Tayissa Coppinger and Rachael Hickey try to stop Jackie Cullimore.

● Samatha Coppinger played Centre for the Yea A-Grade team.

● Seville’s GK, Libby McNay, tries to spoil Nikki Watts’s attempt at goal.

● Chelsea Spagnolo on the front foot for Yea A-Grade.

● Yea’s A-Grade GK, Rachael Hickey, seems hungry for success.

● Ruby O’Dwyer and Samantha Coppinger combine for a successful move.

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Movies, DVDs with Jim Sherlock, Aaron Rourke Tribute To Peter Fonda When actor, producer and director Peter F onda passed away recently at the age of 79 he left behind a legacy unmatched in Hollywood history, one that resonates to this day, most notably with the baby boomers. Quietly unassuming and much loved he broke out of the shadow of his legendary father Henry Fonda only to create and even larger shadow that broke cultural barriers and spoke directly to a generation looking for answers, and with one film he guided them on a journey in search of them, and for the generations that followed, only the answers were more prophetic and haunting than they could ever have imagined.

FILM: EASY RIDER - 50th Anniversary DVD & Blu-Ray: Cast: Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper, Jack Nicholson, Karen Black, Toni Basil.

Genre: Drama.

Year: 1969.

Rating: M. Length: 92 Minutes.

Stars: **** Verdict: The Vietnam war and race riots were raging, kids were being wounded and killed by their own Government protesting, and throughout it all this low budget tale of two bikers travelling cross country in search of America that they couldn't find anywhere, hit a nerve and became a smash hit and the quintessential counter-culture classic.

An Anthem for a wounded generation, the late Peter Fonda stars as Wyatt, who also co-wrote and co-produced, the late Dennis Hopper as Billy, who also directed, co-wrote as well as co-stars, and delivering an early star-making performance is Jack Nicholson as George. a lawyer along for the ride. during their journey eastward aiming to reach New Orleans in time for the Mardi Gras festival.

Also starring Oscar nominated actress Karen Black and singer, songwriter and choreographer Toni Basil, this is all driven by startling cinematography by Laszlo Kovaks, along with a standout and now legendary music score from such greats as Steppenwolf, The Byrds, The Band, Little Eva, The Jimmy Hendrix Experience, to name a few.

Financed by the success of the hit '60s TV series The Monkees, with their journey across America this deeply rooted testament eerily foreshadowed the downfall of the peace and freedom revolution, three weeks after its release the tragic Sharon Tate/LaBianca murders rocked the Hollywood establishment to its core, and later that same year a fatal stabbing at the Altamont "Rolling Stones" Gimme Shelter Concert shook the music industry.

The year was 1969, the old Hollywood studio system was out and the new, young, brash and talented independent filmmakers were in, Hollywood would never be the same again. Easy Rider remains a potent and ultimately haunting testament, as powerful and entertaining today as the day it was made. It's a great ride, a road trip you are likely never to forget!

Some additional Peter Fonda recommendations: THE HIRED HAND (1971): The beautifully poignant and haunting western drama of a man returning to his abandoned wife after seven years of drifting from job to job throughout the Southwest, however, the embittered woman will only let him stay if he agrees to move in as a hired hand. Also directed by Peter Fonda and co-starring Warren Oates and Verna Bloom.

DIRTY MARY CRAZY LARRY (1974): Peter Fonda hits the road in this action crime thriller of Two lovers, driving their Dodge Charger, who are ruthlessly chased by the police after robbing a grocery store. Has one of the most exciting chases ever filmed between a car and a helicopter. Also stars Susan George, Adam Rourke, Vic Morrow.

RACE WITH THE DEVIL (1975/Action-Thriller): A Drive-In favourite, the simple story of two couples vacationing together in an R.V. from Texas to Colorado, but everything goes pair shaped when they are terrorized after they witness a murder. Warren Oates, Loretta Swit and Lara Parker also star.

ULEE'S GOLD (1997): Peter Fonda received a well deserved Oscar nomination in this drama of Ulysses Jackson , a solitary beekeeper working in the tupelo marshes of the Florida and caring for his two grandchildren, They live an ordered, if somewhat narrow life, but their lives are changed when a call from Jackson's son in jail. Also stars Patricia Richardson, Jessica Biel and Tom Wood.

THE LIMEY (1999): Peter Fonda, Terence Stamp, Lesley Ann Warren, Barry Newman.

Ripping, gripping crime-mystery-drama of an extremely volatile and dangerous English ex-con who travels to Los Angeles to find the man he considers responsible for his daughter's death. Stars Peter Fonda and Terence Stamp ignite the screen and excel in every way.

Also stars Lesley Ann Warren and Barry Newman.

- James Sherlock

Rourke’s Reviews Korean Film Festival ■ September 5 - 12.

With 16 films screening in Melbourne (a total of 22 features will be playing nationally), there is an excellent selection of movies to choose from, whether it be drama, comedy or thriller. The Festival will be held at the newly renovated Capitol Theatre, located at 113 Swanston Street. For more details, please go to the official website, koffia.com.au. Please enjoy. Of the 16 films playing, these are the ones I have seen.

Parasite (MA). Comedy/ Thriller. 131 mins. ****1/2. Winner of the prestigious Palme D'Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival, the latest from director Bong-joon Ho (The Host, Snowpiercer) is a superb blend of satire and thrills.

Swing Kids (MA). Musical/ War/Drama. 133 mins. ***1/2. Deliberately anachronistic, supremely entertaining film set during Korean War, featuring some toe-tapping musical numbers, but doesn't shy away from the bloodshed inherent in the story.

The Spy Gone North (MA).

Cold War Thriller/True Story. 137 mins. ****. Thoughtfully directed, beautifully crafted, and well-acted Cold War thriller that fans of the genre will love.

Innocent Witness (M). Drama.

129 mins. ***1/2. An autistic girl witnesses a murder, Rear Window style, and the disaffected defence lawyer on the case slowly sees the person behind the disorder. Kim Hyang-gi is outstanding as the young witness.

The Odd Family : Zombie On Sale (MA). Comedy/Horror/ Drama. 111 mins. ****. A surprise box-office failure in its home country, this exuberant, smartly scripted mix of comedy and horror uses its zombie premise to examine particular facets of human nature, helped immeasurably by a first-rate cast.

Extreme Job (M). Action/Comedy. 111 mins. ****. Fast, funny, and brought to life by a great cast, this remake of the mediocre 2018 Chinese film manages the rare feat of being far superior than its source material. A U.S. remake, starring Kevin Hart, is currently in the works.

The Great Battle (MA). War Epic/True Story. 135 mins. ****.

Impressively mounted period epic, effectively mixing personal drama with grand battle sequences.

The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil (MA). Thriller. 109 mins. ***1/2. A great premise is given very good treatment by a talented cast and crew. Sylvester Stallone is producing the U.S. remake, with star Ma Dong-seok thankfully re-

prising his role as the burly, crafty gangster.

The Dude In Me (M). Comedy/ Drama. 122 mins. ***1/2. The body-swap comedy never seems to go out of fashion, and this enjoyable, well-acted entry is a good example of the sub-genre.

Money (M). Drama. 115 mins. ***. Stock market drama is slick and entertaining, but offers no new insights into the topic (apart from the technology used) that Oliver Stone's Wall Street covered in 1987.

Also bears some similarities to Martin Scorsese's The Wolf Of Wall Street, but doesn't contain any of that film's excesses.

The Kitchen ■ (MA). 102 minutes. Now showing in cinemas.

Aggressively retro and obviously cut to ribbons by its producers, this potentially compelling, female-driven gangster pic (based on the DC Vertigo comic book) comes across as staggeringly inept, totally bereft of fundamentals such as characterisation, plot development, narrative arcs, or even the basic ability of threading scenes together in a dramatically effective manner.

People appear without introductions, plot mechanics are minimal (a success montage appears startlingly early), affecting all aspects, including performances (from a cast which includes Melissa McCarthy and Elisabeth Moss), as well as any kind of dramatic impact or interest. Hopefully an extended Director's Cut will turn up on Blu-ray.

RATING - *

Angel Has Fallen ■ (MA). 121 minutes. Now showing in cinemas.

The world is a crazy place at the moment for a multitude of reasons, but a smaller anomaly is why the laughable Olympus Has Fallen has manage to spawn two sequels, becoming a puzzlingly successful franchise. Plot is inconsequential, but returning secret service agent Mike Banning (Gerard Butler, who seems to go out of his way to pick godawful projects) is framed for the attempted assassination of President Trumbull (a sleepwalking Morgan Freeman, and the character name that Trump obviously remembered when addressing thenPM Malcolm Turnbull during that notorious phone call), and has to go on the run, The Fugitive style, while attempting to clear his name. Poorly directed, photographed, and edited, this sloppy production aims low and still fails.

RATING - * - Aaron Rourke

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Local Theatre with Cheryl Threadgold and team Tchekov at the House of Special Purpose ■ La Mama once again stages this work but now as a 2019 VCE Theatre Studies Playlist production that is set to engage many a student as they work their way to a successful completion of their VCE. It is truly an engrossing piece of theatre, expressively written by Rosemary Johns and brought to life on stage once again by Director, the acclaimed Russian actor Alex Menglet.

The inspiration for writing the work came to Johns, while visiting her sister in St Petersburg and by chance finding the State Hermitage Museum doors open and a rare opportunity to walk in and reflect on the reign and execution of Tsar Nicholas II and his family, imprisoned by Bolshevik forces at Ipatiev House, also called ‘The House of Special Purpose’.

The final days of the last royal family of the Russian Empire, the Romanovs, is narrated throughout this play as they are left doing nothing but waiting and hoping to be rescued by the Czechoslovakian White Army.

Despite being under continual surveillance and insults by the Bolshevik guards, the girls in particular are exuberant, effervescent, wanting to act out plays, dreaming of love while being in denial of their bleak circumstances.

The acting was meticulous by all, the directing inspiring with the set designed by Peter Mumford - a bare stage littered with travel trunks, a window lined with newspapers and packing cases with timber planks against the outside the walls.

Costume design and manufacture by Michael Mumford left nothing to chance and were textbook.

Of the cast of 12, it is hard to separate, however a lingering ill-fated love between the sister Maria played by Joanna Halliday and a young Bolshevik guard Ivan played by Huw Jennings stood out as did the cameo role of Kharitonov played by Gregory J. Fryer.

The last scene of a smiling family photo shoot with lingering smoke of the flare, was followed by rapid bursts of rifle fire and then an eerie stillness.

The morbidity that stems from the fact that play is based on true historical events makes it all the more affecting yet memorable.

When: Until September 8 Where: La Mama Courthouse - Review by Graeme McCoubrie

Poolside

● Pictureed on the front-page of the Melbourne Observer ■ Oliver Coleman: Poolside isn’t a conventional stand-up show, but is promoted as an hour of ‘high octane intensity’.

It is playing from September 21-29 at the Fringe Hub, Trades Hall, Carlton.

Surreal sketches are said to follow one after the other at lighting speed. Absurd characters, feats of physical prowess and moments of joyful stupidity come together in an hour of delightful chaos.

Dates: September 21 - 29 (except Monday 23) Time: 7:15pm (Sunday 6:15pm) Cost: $15 - $20 Venue: Fringe Hub - Trades Hall (Evatt Room), Cnr Lygon and Victoria Sts, Carlton Tickets: www.melbournefringe.com.au - Cheryl Threadgold

sensory digital game with $12,000 in prizing up for grabs, a dog therapy day with Guide Dogs Australia and rainbow-themed snacks, Happy/ Days is entirely free.

QV hosted Carla O’Brien’s first ever solo exhibition in 2017 and welcomes her back to exhibit a range of new works, including her biggest piece ever created: a giant rainbow coloured three-metre long NeonArchway.

“My work is always about engagement with people. While the bright lights and colour create a visual spectacle, it is how people interact with the pieces that brings them alive,” says Carla.

“Building the Neon Archway is a real delight, rainbows are such a pure expression of happiness! I think this piece is going to create some of the most memorable moments my work has seen yet. I’m hoping people will dress up in rainbow clothes and create their own runways through the archway.’

Reminiscent of carefree childhood fun, Happy/Days will also feature Free rainbow cheese toasties, rainbow hot chocolates and make-your-own rainbow fairy bread (with rainbow icing!) at the custom-built Happy Bakery.

Following the success of digital scavenger hunts and games throughout the QV laneways during City/Safari and Game/On, digital gaming is coming back to QV. World class AR experts Vandal have been engaged to deliver another digital pursuit for punters to play with.

Happy/Days will see visitors explore the QV precinct to discover sensory, tactile, and digital installations all to win a share in a sizeable $12,000 prize pool.

When: Until September 22 Visit qv.com.au for more information including specific event times.

Where: QV Square (level 2), QV Melbourne, corner Lonsdale and Swanston Streets, Melbourne - Cheryl Threadgold

After his writing debut of Tulips, Matt Bostock returns with It’s Not Too Far Down, an exploration of how our expectations can shape our lives.

In today’s world, these expectations are hardly our own, they are carefully manipulated by our exposure to social media and marketing.

This play asks how we can relate to one another in a world that would make images of us, mere hollow projections that can be shaped into a willing consumer.

“We live in a time where escapism has become the only form of coping … we choose to indoctrinate ourselves in a curated feed of fantasy that’s become harder to distinguish from reality.”

Dates: September 17-21 Times: 7pm (60mins) Venue: Gasworks Arts Park – Gasworks Theatre, 21 Graham St, Albert Park = Tickets: Full: $34, Conc: $28, Group 6+: $26 Bookings: melbournefringe.com.au or call 9660 9666.

- Cheryl Threadgold

The Briefing

■ Bell Shakespeare has announced their 2020 season with a program of popular favourites to celebrate their 30th anniversary year.

In their year of celebration, Bell Shakespeare will explore two of Shakespeare's most popular and classic plays, reimagined for 21st century audiences, Hamlet and The Comedy of Errors.

One of Shakespeare's most iconic and tragic works, Hamlet, will be directed by Artistic Director Peter Evans and features Harriet Gordon-Anderson (The Miser) as a young man experiencing grief in its most complex and profound state.

Poignantly, as the first production Bell Shakespeare ever staged, Hamlet will be told through the lens of loss, betrayal and madness.

The production will be set in Denmark in the sixties.

Hamletwill tour to Sydney Opera House from February 29 to April 4, Canberra Theatre Centre fromApril 9-18, and Arts Centre Melbourne from April 23 to May 10.

Shakespeare's hilarious romp, The Comedy of Errors, will be directed by Janine Watson who has worked regularly with Bell Shakespeare as both actor and director since 2013 when she took to the roads of regional Australia as one of their education team performers.

Featuring Julia Billington (Janet King), this beautiful story about reunion is wrapped up in an evening of entertainment and laugher.

The Comedy of Errors will embark on a fourmonth national tour across 28 venues including Arts Centre Melbourne from July 15-25.

Evans said, "From humble beginnings in a circus tent, to presenting a program I couldn't be more excited to share on stages around Australia in 2020, Bell Shakespeare has come a very long way in 30 years."

"Shakespeare and the other classic plays we present challenge our beliefs and urge us to see ourselves in a new light. Their ability to discover the things that make us human inspires us to make work that challenges preconceptions and encourages new interpretations and contemporary parallels - work that speaks to every age."

"As always, what we put on mainstages across Australia is just a small part of what we do every year. We are in schools, juvenile justice centres, indigenous communities and com-

● Melissa McGlensey in The Briefing.

■ Recently Melbourne-located American writer and comedian Melissa McGlensey presents The Briefing for the Melbourne Fringe Festival from September19-24 at Universal Restaurant, Carlton at 9.30pm.

The Briefing centres around the person said to be America’s second most notorious liar – Sarah Huckabee Sanders.

The former White House Press Secretary has left Trump’s side to embark on a global propaganda tour and her next stop is Melbourne Fringe.

The show is part comedic press briefing, part character stand-up, and part improvised Q&A session. It takes aim at American politics, but catches Australia in its crosshairs as well.

Performance Dates: September 19-24 at 9.30pm Venue: The Universal Restaurant, 141 Lygon St., Carlton Bookings: www.melbournefringe.com.au - Cheryl Threadgold

Neon Art Exhibition It’s Not too Far Down ■ Spring is on the horizon and QV Melbourne

is gearing up to celebrate with the colourful arrival of Happy/Days until September 22.

QV Melbourne’s laneways and outdoor QV Square will be transformed into a playful world of colour and light. The new interactive installation will elicit nostalgia, invite play and chase away the winter ‘SADs’ as Melburnians are transported to a ‘happy place’.

Incorporating Carla O’Brien’s latest touch-

■ Ten Ox Productions presents It’s Not too Far Down as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival from September 17 – 21 at Gasworks Arts Park. A device is released that tells the user when the peak of their life has happened. Alex, a young and ambitious marketer throws a party, and receives one in the mail. The conversation flows as easily as the wine, but all the while, sitting in a corner of the room, the device waits.

It goes off.

● Ellie Woods (Alex)

Bell Shakespeare

munity halls every year with our outreach and education programs. The social impact these programs have is vast, and we are incredibly proud of this work."

To mark the 30th anniversary celebrations, Bell Shakespeare will present an exclusive event with John Bell, available as an add-on to theatre package purchasers.

One Man In His Time: John Bell and Shakespeare is a fascinating backstage pass to Bell's life and his relationship with Shakespeare.

This special event with the man who believed that Australians could see themselves reflected in the works of Shakespeare, and founded a Company based on his belief, will see Bell share his humour, wit and a lifetime of experience walking beside one of the greatest writers to have ever lived.

- Contributed

Ballet nominations

■ The Australian Ballet and Telstra have this week announced that six talented young dancers have been selected as nominees for the prestigious and coveted Telstra Ballet Dancer Awards 2019.

The six dancers nominated for the award this year include: Corps de Ballet Dancer Isobelle Dashwood; Soloist Jill Ogai; Senior Artist Cristiano Martino; Senior Artist Marcus Morelli; Soloist Sharni Spencer; and Corps de Ballet Dancer Yichuan Wang.

The Telstra Ballet Dancer Awards comprise the Telstra Rising Star award which will see a $20,000 prize awarded to the winner.

The nominees will also be in contention for the Telstra People’s Choice Award. The winner will receive a $5000 prize and is decided by a public vote.

Now in its 17th year, theTelstra Ballet Dancer Award is one of most prestigious ballet prizes in the country.

It has been a special career highlight for some of ballet’s brightest stars. As many as seven former winners who have received the award continued on to become principal artists of The Australian Ballet.

Genelle Sharples, General Manager of Media and Sponsorships for Telstra said: “Our partnership with The Australian Ballet continues to nurture Australia’s brilliant ballet talent and the Telstra Ballet Dancer Awards are one of the greatest success stories of our partnership.

“The Awards allow Telstra to support some of Australia’s brightest young stars with new opportunities and career experiences, to give them their greatest chance of success.”

“We love that we are able to share the dancers’ stories and their joy of ballet, providing inspiration for all Australians to get involved.

“Ballet is an incredibly demanding art-form and this award is an opportunity to recognise the passion and artistry these dancers bring to the stage,” said Ms Sharples.

David McAllister, Artistic Director of The Australian Ballet also commended the calibre of this year’s dancers.

“Year on year we continue to see some amazing talent rise through the ranks of The Australian Ballet and this year’s six nominees are a fantastic representation of the dedication and commitment that The Australian Ballet embodies.

“Being nominated for the Telstra Ballet Dancer Awards is such an honour for each artist, it really gives these hard-working and inspiring dancers such well-deserved recognition.

The winner announcement is always one of the highlights of our year, but always a tough process, as they are all deserving.”

The winner of the Telstra Ballet Dancer Awards will be chosen by a panel of judges from Telstra and The Australian Ballet and announced at the Opening Night performance of The Nutcracker at Sydney Opera House on Saturday, November 30.

The six finalists are featured in a series of videos, which encourage the public to vote for their favourite dancer from Australia’s most brilliant ballet talent at www.telstra.com/ballet or via 0484 BALLET. Voting closes on November 17.

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Bleak House - by Charles Dickens My guardian himself saw him before he was left for the night and reported to me when he returned to the growlery to write a letter on the boy’s behalf, which a messenger was charged to deliver at day-light in the morning, that he seemed easier and inclined to sleep. They had fastened his door on the outside, he said, in case of his being delirious, but had so arranged that he could not make any noise without being heard.

Ada being in our room with a cold, Mr. Skimpole was left alone all this time and entertained himself by playing snatches of pathetic airs and sometimes singing to them (as we heard at a distance) with great expression and feeling.

When we rejoined him in the drawing-room he said he would give us a little ballad which had come into his head “apropos of our young friend,” and he sang one about a peasant boy, “Thrown on the wide world, doomed to wander and roam, Bereft of his parents, bereft of a home.” quite exquisitely. It was a song that always made him cry, he told us.

He was extremely gay all the rest of the evening, for he absolutely chirped — those were his delighted words — when he thought by what a happy talent for business he was surrounded.

He gave us, in his glass of negus, “Better health to our young friend!” and supposed and gaily pursued the case of his being reserved like Whittington to become Lord Mayor of London.

In that event, no doubt, he would establish the Jarndyce Institution and the Summerson Almshouses, and a little annual Corporation Pilgrimage to St. Albans. He had no doubt, he said, that our young friend was an excellent boy in his way, but his way was not the Harold Skimpole way; what Harold Skimpole was, Harold Skimpole had found himself, to his considerable surprise, when he first made his own acquaintance; he had accepted himself with all his failings and had thought it sound philosophy to make the best of the bargain; and he hoped we would do the same.

Charley’s last report was that the boy was quiet.

I could see, from my window, the lantern they had left him burning quietly; and I went to bed very happy to think that he was sheltered.

There was more movement and more talking than usual a little before daybreak, and it awoke me. As I was dressing, I looked out of my window and asked one of our men who had been among the active sympathizers last night whether there was anything wrong about the house. The lantern was still burning in the loftwindow.

“It’s the boy, miss,” said he.

“Is he worse?” I inquired.

“Gone, miss.

“Dead!”

“Dead, miss? No. Gone clean off.”

At what time of the night he had gone, or how, or why, it seemed hopeless ever to divine. The door remaining as it had been left, and the lantern standing in the window, it could only be supposed that he had got out by a trap in the floor which communicated with an empty cart-house below. But he had shut it down again, if that were so; and it looked as if it had not been raised.

Nothing of any kind was missing. On this fact being clearly ascertained, we all yielded to the painful belief that delirium had come upon him in the night and that, allured by some imaginary object or pursued by some imaginary horror, he had strayed away in that worse than helpless state; all of us, that is to say, but Mr. Skimpole, who repeatedly suggested, in his usual easy light style, that it had occurred to our young friend that he was not a safe inmate, having a bad kind of fever upon him, and that he had with great natural politeness taken himself off.

Every possible inquiry was made, and every place was searched. The brick-kilns were examined, the cottages were visited, the two women were particularly questioned, but they knew nothing of him, and nobody could doubt that their wonder was genuine. The weather had for some time been too wet and the night itself had been too wet to admit of any tracing by footsteps. Hedge and ditch, and wall, and rick and stack, were examined by our men for a long

Charles Dickens distance round, lest the boy should be lying in such a place insensible or dead; but nothing was seen to indicate that he had ever been near.

From the time when he was left in the loft-room, he vanished.

The search continued for five days. I do not mean that it ceased even then, but that my attention was then diverted into a current very memorable to me.

As Charley was at her writing again in my room in the evening, and as I sat opposite to her at work, I felt the table tremble. Looking up, I saw my little maid shivering from head to foot.

“Charley,” said I, “are you so cold?”

“I think I am, miss,” she replied. “I don’t know what it is. I can’t hold myself still. I felt so yesterday at about this same time, miss. Don’t be uneasy, I think I’m ill.”

I heard Ada’s voice outside, and I hurried to the door of communication between my room and our pretty sitting-room, and locked it. Just in time, for she tapped at it while my hand was yet upon the key.

Ada called to me to let her in, but I said, “Not now, my dearest. Go away. There’s nothing the matter; I will come to you presently.” Ah! It was a long, long time before my darling girl and I were companions again.

Charley fell ill. In twelve hours she was very ill.

I moved her to my room, and laid her in my bed, and sat down quietly to nurse her. I told my guardian all about it, and why I felt it was necessary that I should seclude myself, and my reason for not seeing my darling above all. At first she came very often to the door, and called to me, and even reproached me with sobs and tears; but I wrote her a long letter saying that

ing her, as she loved me and wished my mind to be at peace, to come no nearer than the garden.

After that she came beneath the window even oftener than she had come to the door, and if I had learnt to love her dear sweet voice before when we were hardly ever apart, how did I learn to love it then, when I stood behind the windowcurtain listening and replying, but not so much as looking out! How did I learn to love it afterwards, when the harder time came!

They put a bed for me in our sitting-room; and by keeping the door wide open, I turned the two rooms into one, now that Ada had vacated that part of the house, and kept them always fresh and airy. There was not a servant in or about the house but was so good that they would all most gladly have come to me at any hour of the day or night without the least fear or unwillingness, but I thought it best to choose one worthy woman who was never to see Ada and whom I could trust to come and go with all precaution. Through her means I got out to take the air with my guardian when there was no fear of meeting Ada, and wanted for nothing in the way of attendance, any more than in any other respect.

And thus poor Charley sickened and grew worse, and fell into heavy danger of death, and lay severely ill for many a long round of day and night.

So patient she was, so uncomplaining, and inspired by such a gentle fortitude that very often as I sat by Charley holding her head in my arms — repose would come to her, so, when it would come to her in no other attitude — I silently prayed to our Father in heaven that I might not forget the lesson which this little sister taught me.

I was very sorrowful to think that Charley’s pretty looks would change and be disfigured, even if

she recovered — she was such a child with her dimpled face — but that thought was, for the greater part, lost in her greater peril. When she was at the worst, and her mind rambled again to the cares of her father’s sick bed and the little children, she still knew me so far as that she would be quiet in my arms when she could lie quiet nowhere else, and murmur out the wanderings of her mind less restlessly. At those times I used to think, how should I ever tell the two remaining babies that the baby who had learned of her faithful heart to be a mother to them in their need was dead!

There were other times when Charley knew me well and talked to me, telling me that she sent her love to Tom and Emma and that she was sure Tom would grow up to be a good man. At those times Charley would speak to me of what she had read to her father as well as she could to comfort him, of that young man carried out to be buried who was the only son of his mother and she was a widow, of the ruler’s daughter raised up by the gracious hand upon her bed of death. And Charley told me that when her father died she had kneeled down and prayed in her first sorrow that he likewise might be raised up and given back to his poor children, and that if she should never get better and should die too, she thought it likely that it might come into Tom’s mind to offer the same prayer for her. Then would I show Tom how these people of old days had been brought back to life on earth, only that we might know our hope to be restored to heaven!

But of all the various times there were in Charley’s illness, there was not one when she lost the gentle qualities I have spoken of. And there were many, many when I thought in the night of the last high belief in the watching angel, and the last higher trust in God, on the part of her poor despised father.

And Charley did not die. She flutteringiy and slowly turned the dangerous point, after long lingering there, and then began to mend. The hope that never had been given, from the first, of Charley being in outward appearance Charley any more soon began to be encouraged; and even that prospered, and I saw her growing into her old childish likeness again.

It was a great morning when I could tell Ada all this as she stood out in the garden; and it was a great evening when Charley and I at last took tea together in the next room. But on that same evening, I felt that I was stricken cold.

Happily for both of us, it was not until Charley was safe in bed again and placidly asleep that I began to think the contagion of her illness was upon me. I had been able easily to hide what I felt at tea-time, but I was past that already now, and I knew that I was rapidly following in Charley’s steps.

I was well enough, however, to be up early in the morning, and to return my darling’s cheerful blessing from the garden, and to talk with her as long as usual. But I was not free from an impression that I had been walking about the two rooms in the night, a little beside myself, though knowing where I was; and I felt confused at times — with a curious sense of fullness, as if I were becoming too large altogether.

In the evening I was so much worse that I resolved to prepare Charley, with which view I said, “You’re getting quite strong, Charley, are you not?’

“Oh, quite!” said Charley.

“Strong enough to be told a secret, I think, Charley?”

“Quite strong enough for that, miss!” cried Charley. But Charley’s face fell in the height of her delight, for she saw the secret in MY face; and she came out of the great chair, and fell upon my bosom, and said “Oh, miss, it’s my doing!

It’s my doing!” and a great deal more out of the fullness of her grateful heart.

“Now, Charley,” said I after letting her go on for a little while, “if I am to be ill, my great trust, humanly speaking, is in you. And unless you are as quiet and composed for me as you always were for yourself, you can never fulfil it, Charley.”

“If you’ll let me cry a little longer, miss,” said

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From Page 62 Charley. “Oh, my dear, my dear! If you’ll only let me cry a little longer. Oh, my dear!” — how affectionately and devotedly she poured this out as she clung to my neck, I never can remember without tears — “I’ll be good.”

So I let Charley cry a little longer, and it did us both good.

“Trust in me now, if you please, miss,” said Charley quietly. “I am listening to everything you say.”

“It’s very little at present, Charley. I shall tell your doctor to-night that I don’t think I am well and that you are going to nurse me.”

For that the poor child thanked me with her whole heart. “And in the morning, when you hear Miss Ada in the garden, if I should not be quite able to go to the window-curtain as usual, do you go, Charley, and say I am asleep — that I have rather tired myself, and am asleep. At all times keep the room as I have kept it, Charley, and let no one come.”

Charley promised, and I lay down, for I was very heavy. I saw the doctor that night and asked the favour of him that I wished to ask relative to his saying nothing of my illness in the house as yet. I have a very indistinct remembrance of that night melting into day, and of day melting into night again; but I was just able on the first morning to get to the window and speak to my darling.

On the second morning I heard her dear voice — Oh, how dear now! — outside; and I asked Charley, with some difficulty (speech being painful to me), to go and say I was asleep. I heard her answer softly, “Don’t disturb her, Charley, for the world!”

“How does my own Pride look, Charley?” I inquired.

“Disappointed, miss,” said Charley, peeping through the curtain.

“But I know she is very beautiful this morning.”

“She is indeed, miss,” answered Charley, peeping. “Still looking up at the window.”

With her blue clear eyes, God bless them, always loveliest when raised like that!

I called Charley to me and gave her her last charge.

“Now, Charley, when she knows I am ill, she will try to make her way into the room. Keep her out, Charley, if you love me truly, to the last!

Charley, if you let her in but once, only to look upon me for one moment as I lie here, I shall die.”

“I never will! I never will!” she promised me.

“I believe it, my dear Charley. And now come and sit beside me for a little while, and touch me with your hand. For I cannot see you, Charley; I am blind.”

Chapter XXXII— The Appointed Time It is night in Lincoln’s Inn — perplexed and troublous valley of the shadow of the law, where suitors generally find but little day — and fat candles are snuffed out in offices, and clerks have rattled down the crazy wooden stairs and dispersed. The bell that rings at nine o’clock has ceased its doleful clangour about nothing; the gates are shut; and the night-porter, a solemn warder with a mighty power of sleep, keeps guard in his lodge. From tiers of staircase windows clogged lamps like the eyes of Equity, bleared Argus with a fathomless pocket for every eye and an eye upon it, dimly blink at the stars. In dirty upper casements, here and there, hazy little patches of candlelight reveal where some wise draughtsman and conveyancer yet toils for the entanglement of real estate in meshes of sheep-skin, in the average ratio of about a dozen of sheep to an acre of land. Over which bee-like industry these benefactors of their species linger yet, though office-hours be past, that they may give, for every day, some good account at last.

In the neighbouring court, where the Lord Chancellor of the rag and bottle shop dwells, there is a general tendency towards beer and supper.

Mrs. Piper and Mrs. Perkins, whose respective sons, engaged with a circle of acquaintance in the game of hide and seek, have been lying in ambush about the by-ways of Chancery Lane for some hours and scouring the plain of the same thoroughfare to the confusion of passengers — Mrs. Piper and Mrs. Perkins have but now exchanged congratulations on the children being abed, and they still linger on a door-step over a few parting words. Mr. Krook and his lodger, and the fact of Mr. Krook’s being “continually in liquor,” and the testamentary prospects of the young man are, as usual, the staple

Magazine of their conversation. But they have something to say, likewise, of the Harmonic Meeting at the Sol’s Arms, where the sound of the piano through the partly opened windows jingles out into the court, and where Little Swills, after keeping the lovers of harmony in a roar like a very Yorick, may now be heard taking the gruff line in a concerted piece and sentimentally adjuring his friends and patrons to “Listen, listen, listen, tew the wa-ter fall!” Mrs. Perkins and Mrs. Piper compare opinions on the subject of the young lady of professional celebrity who assists at the Harmonic Meetings and who has a space to herself in the manuscript announcement in the window, Mrs. Perkins possessing information that she has been married a year and a half, though announced as Miss M. Melvilleson, the noted siren, and that her baby is clandestinely conveyed to the Sol’s Arms every night to receive its natural nourishment during the entertainments. “Sooner than which, myself,” says Mrs. Perkins, “I would get my living by selling lucifers.” Mrs. Piper, as in duty bound, is of the same opinion, holding that a private station is better than public applause, and thanking heaven for her own (and, by implication, Mrs. Perkins’) respectability. By this time the pot-boy of the Sol’s Arms appearing with her supper-pint well frothed, Mrs. Piper accepts that tankard and retires indoors, first giving a fair good night to Mrs. Perkins, who has had her own pint in her hand ever since it was fetched from the same hostelry by young Perkins before he was sent to bed. Now there is a sound of putting up shop– shutters in the court and a smell as of the smoking of pipes; and shooting stars are seen in upper windows, further indicating retirement to rest. Now, too, the policeman begins to push at doors; to try fastenings; to be suspicious of bundles; and to administer his beat, on the hypothesis that every one is either robbing or being robbed.

It is a close night, though the damp cold is searching too, and there is a laggard mist a little way up in the air. It is a fine steaming night to turn the slaughter-houses, the unwholesome trades, the sewerage, bad water, and burial-grounds to account, and give the registrar of deaths some extra business. It may be something in the air — there is plenty in it — or it may be something in himself that is in fault; but Mr. Weevle, otherwise Jobling, is very ill at ease. He comes and goes between his own room and the open street door twenty times an hour. He has been doing so ever since it fell dark. Since the Chancellor shut up his shop, which he did very early to-night, Mr. Weevle has been down and up, and down and up (with a cheap tight velvet skull-cap on his head, making his whiskers look out of all proportion), oftener than before.

It is no phenomenon that Mr. Snagsby should be ill at ease too, for he always is so, more or less, under the oppressive influence of the secret that is upon him. Impelled by the mystery of which he is a partaker and yet in which he is not a sharer, Mr. Snagsby haunts what seems to be its fountain-head — the rag and bottle shop in the court. It has an irresistible attraction for him.

Even now, coming round by the Sol’s Arms with the intention of passing down the court, and out at the Chancery Lane end, and so terminating his unpremeditated after-supper stroll of ten minutes’ long from his own door and back again, Mr. Snagsby approaches.

“What, Mr. Weevle?” says the stationer, stopping to speak. “Are YOU there?”

“Aye!” says Weevle, “Here I am, Mr. Snagsby.”

“Airing yourself, as I am doing, before you go to bed?” the stationer inquires.

“Why, there’s not much air to be got here; and what there is, is not very freshening,” Weevle answers, glancing up and down the court.

“Very true, sir. Don’t you observe,” says Mr. Snagsby, pausing to sniff and taste the air a little, “don’t you observe, Mr. Weevle, that you’re — not to put too fine a point upon it — that you’re rather greasy here, sir?”

“Why, I have noticed myself that there is a queer kind of flavour in the place to-night,” Mr. Weevle rejoins. “I suppose it’s chops at the Sol’s Arms.”

“Chops, do you think? Oh! Chops, eh?” Mr. Snagsby sniffs and tastes again. “Well, sir, I suppose it is. But I should say their cook at the Sol wanted a little looking after. She has been burning ’em, sir! And I don’t think” — Mr. Snagsby sniffs and tastes again and then spits and wipes his mouth — “I don’t think — not to put too fine a point upon it — that they were quite fresh when they were shown the gridiron.”

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“That’s very likely. It’s a tainting sort of weather.”

“It IS a tainting sort of weather,” says Mr. Snagsby, “and I find it sinking to the spirits.”

“By George! I find it gives me the horrors,” returns Mr. Weevle.

“Then, you see, you live in a lonesome way, and in a lonesome room, with a black circumstance hanging over it,” says Mr. Snagsby, looking in past the other’s shoulder along the dark passage and then falling back a step to look up at the house. “I couldn’t live in that room alone, as you do, sir. I should get so fidgety and worried of an evening, sometimes, that I should be driven to come to the door and stand here sooner than sit there. But then it’s very true that you didn’t see, in your room, what I saw there. That makes a difference.”

“I know quite enough about it,” returns Tony.

“It’s not agreeable, is it?” pursues Mr. Snagsby, coughing his cough of mild persuasion behind his hand. “Mr. Krook ought to consider it in the rent. I hope he does, I am sure.”

“I hope he does,” says Tony. “But I doubt it.”

“You find the rent too high, do you, sir?” returns the stationer. “Rents ARE high about here. I don’t know how it is exactly, but the law seems to put things up in price. Not,” adds Mr. Snagsby with his apologetic cough, “that I mean to say a word against the profession I get my living by.”

Mr. Weevle again glances up and down the court and then looks at the stationer. Mr. Snagsby, blankly catching his eye, looks upward for a star or so and coughs a cough expressive of not exactly seeing his way out of this conversation.

“It’s a curious fact, sir,” he observes, slowly rubbing his hands, “that he should have been — ” “Who’s he?” interrupts Mr. Weevle.

“The deceased, you know,” says Mr. Snagsby, twitching his head and right eyebrow towards the staircase and tapping his acquaintance on the button.

“Ah, to be sure!” returns the other as if he were not over-fond of the subject. “I thought we had done with him.”

“I was only going to say it’s a curious fact, sir, that he should have come and lived here, and been one of my writers, and then that you should come and live here, and be one of my writers too. Which there is nothing derogatory, but far from it in the appellation,” says Mr. Snagsby, breaking off with a mistrust that he may have unpolitely asserted a kind of proprietorship in Mr. Weevle, “because I have known writers that have gone into brewers’ houses and done really very respectable indeed. Eminently respectable, sir,” adds Mr. Snagsby with a misgiving that he has not improved the matter.

“It’s a curious coincidence, as you say,” answers Weevle, once more glancing up and down the court.

“Seems a fate in it, don’t there?” suggests the stationer.

“There does.”

“Just so,” observes the stationer with his confirmatory cough. “Quite a fate in it. Quite a fate.

Well, Mr. Weevle, I am afraid I must bid you good night” — Mr. Snagsby speaks as if it made him desolate to go, though he has been casting about for any means of escape ever since he stopped to speak — “my little woman will be looking for me else. Good night, sir!”

If Mr. Snagsby hastens home to save his little woman the trouble of looking for him, he might set his mind at rest on that score. His little woman has had her eye upon him round the Sol’s Arms all this time and now glides after him with a pocket handkerchief wrapped over her head, honourmg Mr. Weevle and his doorway with a searching glance as she goes past.

“You’ll know me again, ma’am, at all events,” says Mr. Weevle to himself; “and I can’t compliment you on your appearance, whoever you are, with your head tied up in a bundle. Is this fellow NEVER coming!”

This fellow approaches as he speaks. Mr. Weevle softly holds up his finger, and draws him into the passage, and closes the street door.

Then they go upstairs, Mr. Weevle heavily, and Mr. Guppy (for it is he) very lightly indeed. When they are shut into the back room, they speak low.

“I thought you had gone to Jericho at least instead of coming here,” says Tony.

“Why, I said about ten.”

“You said about ten,” Tony repeats. “Yes, so you did say about ten. But according to my count, it’s ten times ten — it’s a hundred o’clock. I never had such a night in my life!”

“What has been the matter?”

“That’s it!” says Tony. “Nothing has been the matter. But here have I been stewing and fuming in this jolly old crib till I have had the horrors falling on me as thick as hail. THERE’S a blessed-looking candle!” says Tony, pointing to the heavily burning taper on his table with a great cabbage head and a long winding-sheet.

“That’s easily improved,” Mr. Guppy observes as he takes the snuffers in hand.

“IS it?” returns his friend. “Not so easily as you think. It has been smouldering like that ever since it was lighted.”

“Why, what’s the matter with you, Tony?” inquires Mr. Guppy, looking at him, snuffers in hand, as he sits down with his elbow on the table.

“William Guppy,” replies the other, “I am in the downs. It’s this unbearably dull, suicidal room — and old Boguey downstairs, I suppose.” Mr. Weevle moodily pushes the snuffers-tray from him with his elbow, leans his head on his hand, puts his feet on the fender, and looks at the fire.

Mr. Guppy, observing him, slightly tosses his head and sits down on the other side of the table in an easy attitude.

“Wasn’t that Snagsby talking to you, Tony?”

“Yes, and he — yes, it was Snagsby,” said Mr. Weevle, altering the construction of his sentence.

“On business?”

“No. No business. He was only sauntering by and stopped to prose.”

“I thought it was Snagsby,” says Mr. Guppy, “and thought it as well that he shouldn’t see me, so I waited till he was gone.”

“There we go again, William G.!” cried Tony, looking up for an instant. “So mysterious and secret! By George, if we were going to commit a murder, we couldn’t have more mystery about it!”

Mr. Guppy affects to smile, and with the view of changing the conversation, looks with an admiration, real or pretended, round the room at the Galaxy Gallery of British Beauty, terminating his survey with the portrait of Lady Dedlock over the mantelshelf, in which she is represented on a terrace, with a pedestal upon the terrace, and a vase upon the pedestal, and her shawl upon the vase, and a prodigious piece of fur upon the shawl, and her arm on the prodigious piece of fur, and a bracelet on her arm.

“That’s very like Lady Dedlock,” says Mr. Guppy. “It’s a speaking likeness.”

“I wish it was,” growls Tony, without changing his position. “I should have some fashionable conversation, here, then.”

Finding by this time that his friend is not to be wheedled into a more sociable humour, Mr. Guppy puts about upon the ill-used tack and remonstrates with him.

“Tony,” says he, “I can make allowances for lowness of spirits, for no man knows what it is when it does come upon a man better than I do, and no man perhaps has a better right to know it than a man who has an unrequited image imprinted on his ’eart. But there are bounds to these things when an unoffending party is in question, and I will acknowledge to you, Tony, that I don’t think your manner on the present occasion is hospitable or quite gentlemanly.”

“This is strong language, William Guppy,” returns Mr. Weevle.

“Sir, it may be,” retorts Mr. William Guppy, “but I feel strongly when I use it.”

Mr. Weevle admits that he has been wrong and begs Mr. William Guppy to think no more about it. Mr. William Guppy, however, having got the advantage, cannot quite release it without a little more injured remonstrance.

“No! Dash it, Tony,” says that gentleman, “you really ought to be careful how you wound the feelings of a man who has an unrequited image imprinted on his ’eart and who is NOT altogether happy in those chords which vibrate to the tenderest emotions. You, Tony, possess in yourself all that is calculated to charm the eye and allure the taste. It is not — happily for you, perhaps, and I may wish that I could say the same — it is not your character to hover around one flower. The ole garden is open to you, and your airy pinions carry you through it. Still, Tony, far be it from me, I am sure, to wound even your feelings without a cause!”

Tony again entreats that the subject may be no longer pursued, saying emphatically, “William Guppy, drop it!” Mr. Guppy acquiesces, with the reply, “I never should have taken it up, Tony, of my own accord.”

To Be Continued Next Issue

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Exciting Epsom shapes up ■ The time honoured Epsom Handicap, won by some of the greatest milers in Australian racing history, will be run at Randwick on October 5, with some of the best 1600-metre horses across Australasia competing.

This year, before nominations, it is already shaping up be yet another great Epsom.

Early markets have the New Zealand star, Te Akau Shark, at the head of betting.

A noted mud runner, Te Akau Shark, has put together five wins, from his first six starts, and is all class.

Last year he showed what he was all about with a big win in oneof the feature races in New Zealand, the Open Sprint at Hastings, winning over 1400 metres.

So the 1600 metres of the Epsom should be right up his alley.

He is in the care of top New Zealand trainer, Jamie Richard, and will be hard to beat.

On the next line is one for which I am a big rap, a four-year-old by the name of Brutal.

Prepared by the Hawkes team in Sydney, Brutal won the Doncaster in brilliant fashion, ● Verry Elleegant. Racing Photos after drawing out wide, thanks to a magnificent A big statement, but who is to query the man ride by the man himself, Glen Boss, now back who steered Winx throughout her career. in Australia permanently.

On top of losing Winx to stud to be mated, Brutal is impeccably bred, being by New with, he lost I Am Invincible who also was reZealand sire, O'Reilly, being out of a New tired.

Zealand mare, Alberton Princess, from the Irish He went to the Arrowfield Stud to his ownstallion Golan. ers, including John Messara.

He raced and won in Victoria early in his Now Waller is hoping that Verry Elleegant, career, before moving to Sydney. can produce the goods at least getting someWhen he won the Doncaster last year, he where near the deeds of both horses. was only three, and a strong type.

After winning the Australasian Oaks at Brutal drew the outside barrier 18 in the Randwick in fine style over 2400metres, he deDoncaster, but aided as mentioned by a brilliant cided to set her for the Cox Plate come late ride by Glen Boss, got the chocolates.

October.

Like all races, the barrier draw is so imporFrom her first 10 starts she won with three tant, but the way that Brutal won from the exminors, and is showing good form on the track. treme outside in the Doncaster, showed how The smart mare from the Godolphin camp, good he is.

Alizee,under the care of James Cummings reAn interesting competitor, if she goes around, turned recently winning first up, and will benefit is the Western Australian mare,Arcadia Queen, who could hold her own in any company, if she starts.

Adjudged as one of the best-sprinter-milers in the land, she is a winner of the Kingston Town Classic, among a number of top races in Western Australia.

The Kingston Town Classic is one of the hardest races to win attracting some of the best in Australia.

From her first six starts, she has the imposing record of having won five of them with an unlucky second.

Prepared by Grant and Alana Williams in Perth, she without doubt is one of the best going around.

Arcadia Queen is by the Triple Crown winner, Pierro, as a two-year-old.

On the next line is the top mare, Verry Elleegant, formerly trained by Darren Weir, now with leading Australian trainer, Chris Waller.

Resuming after a four month break, she failed She appeared to pull up well and will soon to flatter in the Winx Stakes, when she finished aquit herself. well back.

Waller has openly stated that if he can iron However, it was her first start since winning the ATC Oaks in April, and her trainer Chris out a few little niggles with the mare, she could be the next best thing to Winx.

Waller wasn't too concerned.

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from that win. Back in February, she won the Futurity over 1400 metres at Caulfield in good style, and the stable is a big rap for her.

Alizee always puts in, and the camp is hoping she will spot on, if they decide to run her in the Epsom.

At the time of going to press, Alizee was going around in the Memsie Stakes at Caulfield.

The Cummings team is taking each day as it comes with her, hoping to run her in the rich mile at Randwick on October 5.

The John Thompson-trained Dream Force, is pretty smart, and was a good third to Brutal in the Doncaster Handicap.

Dream Force was a late scratching at the recent Randwick meeting.

Before that he was a good third behind Winx in the George Ryder at Randwick.

Prior to that, the consistent Dream Force won in good style at Randwick, beating Snippets Lad. One of the most popular horses racing in Australia, Happy Clapper, could go around although now around nine years of age.

A winner of a Doncaster and with stakemoney of over $7 million in the bank, how can you knock him?

He ran two great seconds to the mighty mare, Winx, in the Apollo Stakes and the Chipping Norton Stakes, how can you go past that?

He ran a cracking second to the outsider, Samadoubt, in the Winx Stakes and was only beaten by half a length, having his first run, since his fourth in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes in April.

If he goes around have a little on him each way, he always puts in 100 per cent.

On the same line is another of the veterans in Hartnell for the James Cummings barn.

Like Happy Clapper, he always puts in and recently ran a good second to the star Tasmanian mare, Mystic Journey, favourite for the Cox Plate, in the Peter Lawrence at Caulfield.

Like Alizee, Hartnell, is running in the Memsie at Caulfield as we go to press.

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Neat compact meeting at Horsham ■ The progressive Horsham HRC raced on Monday August 26 with a neat compact meeting.

Melton's Lance Justice took the honours after notching up a double with Sew What in the Nats Rug & Harness Horse of the Year Award 2Y0 Pace over 1700 metres and Miss Victoria the Decron Horse Care Pace over 2200 metres.

Sew What, a home bred daughter of Western Terror, and Sewinyaface raced by John Hawke, Rob Merola and Sam Godino, showed exceptional speed to lead from gate six, but jumped an object on the track running into the first turn allowing Indigo Dancer to cross her. Regaining her gait very quickly.

Sew What enjoyed a sweet passage following the leader anf finished full of running along the sprint lane to record a 2.5 metre margin (her first in 13 outings) over a death-seating Rosarito Miss, with Indigo Dancer holding down third 2.6 metres away. The mile rate 1-59.6.

■ Four year old Shadow Play-Our Waltzing Mathilds mare Miss Victoria was meritorious in her event after working hard from gate four to head off Extra in the back straight on the first occasion.

Bred and raced by Bob Willis, Miss Victoria defied all challengers on turning to score by 1.5 metres in a mile rate of 2-00,9 from Grinning Assassin (three wide solo last lap from near last).

The Big Show came from the reat to finish third 1.4 metres back.

Shock resignation

■ In a shock announcement to the industry on Wednesday, Harness Racing Victoria David Martin tendered his resignation to take effect almost immediately citing family reasons as a factor.

Father and son

■ Terang father and son - Jeff and Tim McLean - landed the Conways Horsham Concession Driver Award Pace over 2200 at Horsham metres with 7Y0 Ponder-Francisco Rose gelding Seeking Thoughts.

Spending most of the race from outside the front line last along the markers, Seeking Thoughts finished best four wide in the home running to record a 4.8 metre margin over Showem Shifty along the sprint lane after trailing the weakening leader The Suspect in a rate of 2-04.4.

Ramseys Hope (three back the markers) was a further 2.5 metres away in third place.

Followed winner

■ Glenburnie (Mt Gambier) border hopper Ken Dihm, a long time competitor of the sport snared the Claire Weston Photography Driver Award Pace over 1700 metres at Horsham with 6Y0 Union Guy-Quintessa Bromac mare Our Supreme Girl.

Driven by James Henderson, Our Supreme Girl began brilliantly from gate two as she usually does, before being eased to take a trail on Jilliby Beachgirl which strode past from gate four.

Taken away from the inside on the final bend, Our Supreme Girl had her rivals covered immediately, racing clear to score by 3.2 metres over the pacemaker in a 1-57 mile rate.

Elizabethan Era was third 4.3 metres back after following the winner all the way.

Home strongly

■ Geelong was the venue for Tuesday racing with several Breeders Crown (Silver) Series taking place for the juveniles.

Doreen owners John and Christine Yeomans were successful with Art Major-Salix filly Theultimate in the 2100 metre 2Y0 Fillies section.

Trained by John, Theultimate driven by Gavin Lang ran home strongly three wide solo from mid-field to prevail by a neck from La La Bron along the sprint lane after trailing the pacemaker Im Delightful which was third 2.8 metres away.

The mile rate two minutes even.

■ Terang's Mattie Craven landed the 3Y0 fillies with Itzamajor Surprise, a daughter of Art

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Full of running

■ Another winner at Shepparton worth mentioning was 5Y0 Real Desire-Village Glow gelding Villareal in the 1690 metre Barastoc Pace.

Taken back to the tail of the field from gate six, Villareal finished full of running down the outside fence to swamp his rivals and record a 3.8 metre margin over Spunkyola (one/two) and The High Roller (one/one - three wide home turn) who was 2.3 metres away in third place.

Bred and raced by Terry and Mick Lingard, Villareal returned a mile rate of 1-56.7.

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Taken back from gate five to settle three back in the moving line, Itzamajor Surprise gave the leaders Lady Rocknrolla, Two Times Bettor and Larajay Macray a tidy start, but finished brilliantly three out to register a most impressive 5.1 metre margin over Lady Rocknrolla and Larajay Macray in rate of 1-57.7.

■ Veteran Coimadai trainer/driver Graeme Whittle caused a major upset of the night at Geelong after Skyvalley-Kyvalley Diva gelding Floating Mountain scored in the 2Y0 Trotters at Supertab odds of $29.40.

Settling three back along the markers from gate three, Floating Mountain was taken away from the inside at the bell to race exposed for the final circuit.

Showing lots of tenacity, Floating Mountain gained the lead at the straight entrance, defying all challengers to register a half head decision over Miss Maia (four back the markers - one/ one last lap after trailing the winner home and switching down to the sprint lane on turning.

Kyvalley Shaunie was third after following the weakening leader Van Sank which broke on the final bend. The rate 2-05.3.

■ Springbank owner/trainer/driver Danny Simpson made a welcome return to the winners list after 4Y0 Lis Mara-Petite Walton gelding Walmara greeted the judge in the Combined Probus Of Lara Pace over 2100 metres in a mile rate of 2-00.8.

Starting solo on the second line, Walmara settled four back the markers before moving to race in the open at the bell.

After a short breather when Nuclear Nikky sprinted sharply from the tail sit sit parked for the final circuit, Walmara was off and running three wide again hitting the back straight to lead on the home turn, Holding a margin all the way up the running, Walmara scored by a head from Magic Caesar (one/two) and Illawong Phillipa which trailed the weakening leader Fireinthehole, finishing 16.3 metres away.

Night of upsets

■ It was a night of upsets at a very wet Shepparton on Wednesday, with Cobram trainer Linton Power's 5Y0 McArdle-The Land Lover gelding Mangochillilime landing the Neatline Homes Pace at Supertab odds of $63.70 and Lemnos part-owner/trainer/driver Danny Ferris the Neatline Homes (2nd division) with Dayseedee ($78.50), both races over 1690 metres. Mangochillilime taking a concession for Heathcote reinswoman Shannon O'Sullivan was given a sweet trip from gate five on the back of the leader Reputational (gate 6), before using the sprint klane to prevail by 7.2 metres from Reputational which offered no resistance, with Hayjoshandco (four back the markers) third 2.9 metres away. The rate 1-59.1.

■ Danny Ferris has not been having much luck in recent times, but Dayseedee's victory was a ray of sunshine.

Racing exposed for the final circuit outside Realy Under Fire (gate 2), Dayseedee shows tons of fight in the run to the wire, to defeat the pacemaker by 1.4 metres in 2-00.6. Major Wish ran home late from mid-field for third a half

■ Andy Gath's judgement in purchasing Kiwi trotters yielded another winner after Superfast Stuart-Monaro Miss filly Monaro Maro made mincemeat of her rivals in the JDC Contractors Trotters Handicap over 2190 metres.

First up in Oz, Monaro Miss driven by wife Kate crossed to lead from barrier three shortly after the start and was never out of second gear, careering away on straightening to score untouched by 14.9 metres in a rate of 2-05.6.from ever reliable Nica McDonon (one/one) and Aimforthemoon (three back the markers) who was a half head away.

Humble winners

■ Thursday's Maryborough meeting was HBA "Humbletonian" Day and as the name implies, was limited to horses which have never won a race.

Parwan trainer Phil Chircop landed the 3Y0 Vicbred over 1690 metres with Carter Mayson, a gelded son of Auckland Reactor and Angel Spirit having his first start for the stable. Driven

by Darby McGuigan, Carter Mayson first up since August last year was given the run of the race from the pole trailing Key Defender (gate 2).

Easing away from the inside on turning, Carter Mayson was a little too strong at the finish, scoring by a half neck from A Rocknroll Jet (three back the markers), with Key Defender a nose away third. Bred and raced by Susan Wegmann, Carter Mayson returned a mile rate of 1-59.4.

Gained speed

■ Local Eddington part-owner/trainer John Douglas snared the 3Y0 Vicbred Pace over 1690 metres with Courage Under Fire-Queena Harts Lombo colt Surbiton Hartbreak in a mile rate of 1-58.8.

With Burrumbeet's James (Herbie) Herbertson in the sulky, Surbiton Hartbreak (gate 6) wasn't pushed out at the start, gradually building speed to cross pole marker Sport Dreamer racing for the bell.

Travelling beautifully, Surbiton Hartbreak was never headed, reaching the wire 3 metres clear of Blast Away (three back the markers), with Sport Dreamer third 4.4 metres back. The mile rate 1-58.8.

Ran rivals ragged

■ Two rank outsiders to score at Maryborough were Secret Identity ($85.40) for David Aiken in the 2Y0 Maiden and Speed Dating (David Miles and Patrick Franklin) in the 3Y0 Maiden both over 1690 metres.

Secret Identity (A Rocknroll Dance-Jerulas Shadow) filly, ran home from mid-field to account for Techys Angel and Minika in 1-58.5, while Speed Dating shows brilliant speed to lead from gate five and run his rivals ragged in defeating Jessies Girl and first starter Imagine Its Me in 1-58.2.

Little doubt

■ At Melton on Thursday there is little doubt that the most excited and elated person on track was Darraweit trainer Alex Hurley after her 5Y0 Great Success-Bras Dhonneur gelding Mano De Dios was successful in the TAB Multiplier Trotters Mobile over 1720 metres.

Raced by Alex and sister Fran, Mano De Dios driven by neighbour Lisa Miles and start-

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start and after avoiding a couple of gallopers settled three back in the moving line as Princess Venom speared out to lead from gate six. Going forward three wide in the last lap, Mano De De Dios trotted solidly to register a 1.8 metre margin over a death-seating Im Not A Trotter in a rate of 2-01.1. A Nip Will Do was third 3.8 metres away after using the sprint lane off a cosy trip three back the markers.

Used sprint lane

■ Local trainer Ian Hunter was victorious at Melton when 8Y0 Ponder-Classy Dream entire The Gingerbreadman scored in the COGS Pace over 1720 metres.

With Greg Sugars holding the reins, The Gingerbreadman starting solo on the second line spent the majority of the race three back the markers, before using the sprint lane to prevail by 1.4 metres from Damitsam which led, with Barnbougle Jack a head away third after racing uncovered.

It was The Gingerbreadman's first success since December 2016, returning a mile rate of 1-56.1.

Raced wide

■ Mildura was the venue for Friday afternoon and Bolinda trainer Vince Vallelonga snared the fast class event - the 2190 metre Mildura Holden Pace with 4Y0 Courage Under Fire-Torrridon gelding Courageous Saint, Driven by regular reinsman Ross Payne, Courageous Saint breed and raced by Swan Hill's Noel Watson led throughout from gate three, easily accounting for Jayedgar which trailed by 7 metres in a rate of 1-57.8. Hot favourite Magical Marn was third 1.1 metres away after racing wide in the final circuit.

Raced exposed

■ Mildura locals Peter and Avis Argiro's consistent home bred Western Terror-Caulonia Babe gelding Caulonia Western was tough in winning the Tasco Petroleum 3Y0 Pace over 2190 metres.

Driven forward from outside the front line by Merbein trainer/driver Luke Watson to race exposed outside Bulldog Macray, Caulonia Terror scored by 5.4 metres from Bulldog Macray in a 2-01 mile rate, with Amused 3.8 metres away in third place after trailing the leader.

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One-point nail-biter for Lakers B-Grade Photos: Ash Long

● Kinglake’s leading player Latoya Wards.

● Top scorer Danielle Howe spins her magic.

● Jamie Lord (Powelltown) and Caitlin Hendrie (Kinglake) enjoy their contest.

● Molly McAllister (Kinglake) is challenged by Powelltown’s Amanda Martin.

● Kinglake’s goalkicker Lauren Watson defends against Powelltown, at Mount Evelyn.

● Captain Amy Teodorovic is up in the air.

● Kinglake’s Latoya Wards add power to her throw.

● Kinglake sub Taryn Jennings played her part in the centre for the B-Grade team.

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Alexandra D-Grade netballers bow out

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● Sarah Haggis (centre) played well for the D-Grade side versus Powelltown.

● Kim Webber-Lally sprints into action.

● Kate Mullins navigates her way through a busy goal area.

● Eliza Gesler and Taite Ritchie in Alexandra’s D-Grade side.

● Ebony Carlton played as Alexandra D-Grade’s Wing Defence.

● Alexandra D-Grade coach Karen Ricahrds explains the game plan.

● Kim Webber-Lally was watched by a crowd of spectators.

● Tara Heard playede as Goal Defence for Alex. against Powelltown.

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Yea D-Grade netballers take on Seville

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● Tegan Britton (at right) tries to avert a Seville try for goal, at Healesville.

● Abby Christie makes it difficult for Seville’s advance.

● Jilly Hargreaves had to retire early because of her ankle injury.

● Jacquiline Dalton and Grace Cunningham keep up the Yea pressure.

● Caitlyn Broderick completed her job well as Yea’s Wing Defence.

● Hannah Broderick as ‘GS’ for the Yea D-Grade netball side at Healesville.

● Kelly Petering, Yea’s D-Grade netball captain, played an impressive game.

● Yea’s Judy Watts (at right) prepares to receive a pass.

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Rebels C-Grade move on to Prelim. Final

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● Kylie Cairns played for Alex. against Seville in the C-Grade 2nd Semi-Final.

● Sally Krijt and Hanna Duldig defend for Alexandra. Seville 27 d Alex. 26.

● Ashleigh Creighton, Alexandra’s WD, tries to spoil a Seville advance.

● Rebels C-Grade goal shooter Mandy Gesler hard at work.

● Hanna Duldig played a solid game as Alexandra’s Goal Keeper.

● Zarli Hornweg played as Centre for the Rebels C-Grade team.

● Jorja Gesler filled the role of Goal Attack for the Rebels.

● Hanna Duldig faces off with Seville’s Rebecca Groen.

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Kinglake’s Semi-Final against Powelltown Photos: Ash Long

● Jason Walker competes against Jack Hamilton (Kinglake) in the ruck.

● Jaedin Poecher competes against his Powelltown opponent for possession.

● Powelltown’s Dean Roy appears most hungry for the ball at Mount Evelyn.

● Chris Horman (Kinglake) takes a mark on the pavilion side of the arena.

● ‘Shall we dance?’ Powelltown and Kinglake compete for the ball.

● Joel McDonald (Kinglake) cops some unwelcome Demons’ attention.

● Ethan Robisnon breaks free to send the ball towards Kinglake’s goal.

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Local Sport ECDRA ■ The second round of the long range Chas Hayes Memorial Pennant was shot over 800 and 900 yards at the Karramomus range last Saturday, the last day of winter.

True to form, "out of the wind" it was the most perfect winter day but on the open plains at Karramomus it was a nightmare.

The cold fickle wind cut the scores from that at Katandra only two weeks ago and it was the highly experience Shepparton/ Nathalia team that was victorious.

Shepp-arton/Nathalia were the only team to crack 590 points (on handicap) with a 591.23.

Nagambie came in second with 589.27, then Karramomus 588.38, East Central District Rifle Association 582.26 and Katandra (one shooter down) with 461.22.

The final match in the Chas Hayes will be in three weeks time consisting of two stages over 1000 yards.

With a maximum of six points available the tussle for the pennant could not be closer with Nagambie on 11 points, Shepparton/ Nathalia 9, Karramomus 8 and both Katandra and ECDRA6.

Our local ECDRA team were led out at 800 yards by Terry Gee with an off-rifle score of 59.5 followed Glen Chisholm 58.4 and Captain Neal Hambridge 58.3.

The ECDRA were looking good then crash the wind took over and Des Coulter’s first ‘scoring' shot was a miss at 9 o’clock and despite a massive team effort 800 yards finished badly for the ECDRA. Back to 900 and our shooters were determined to do what ever it takes and Geoff James coming off a 49.1 at 800 posted the second top range score of the day for the ECDRA, a 59.2.

Des Coulter picked up a 57.4, David Wallace 56.1, Terry Gee dropped to a 56.1 and Captain Neal Hambridge, or Mr Reliable, another 58.6.

A quick scan showed that those who shot well at 800 were not so good at 900 while the the reverse was true for the rest. What a day.

The hot tea, coffee and cakes in the comfortable clubhouse was most welcome and the talk was focused on "that wind" and many wishing that in three weeks time it will be a little warmer and not quite as fickle for the double 1000yard shoot.

The results for the ECDRA were Captain Neal Hambridge top score and saver of most of his handicap with 58.3,58.6 = 116.9 (HC 120.9), Terry Gee 59.5, 56.1 = 115.6, Glen Chisholm 58.4, 51.1 = 109.5 David Wallace 53.2, 56.1 = 109.3 (HC 114.3), Des Coulter 47.2, 57.4 = 104.6 (HC 108.6) and Geoff James 49.1, 59.2 = 100.3 (HC 114.3). Note the top score on handicap is 120.

Des Coulter took the chance to shoot over 1500 yards at Warricknabeal two weeks ago.

This is a very special shoot as Warrichnabeal is the only range in Victoria certified for such a shoot.

The nearly mile long range requires a special rifle, that is hired by the day, combined with special cartridges costing $2 each.

Not a sport that is taken up lightly but Des said the experience was well worth the long drive and the relatively expensive day out.

The plains around the Warracknabeal range are wide open to the wind and adjustments were in parts of a metre rather than millimetres.

To hit the target at that distance is a feat in itself and Des and his mate found the bullseye quite often.

Des’s experience will be invaluable at the 1000 yard shoot.

If you would like to try this challenging sport of precision rifle shooting check out the ECDRA website www.ecdra.com.au and the club calendar, new shooters are most welcome.

Next week the ECDRA are at Violet Town, members are advised to check the calendar for details of mid week and Saturday shoots.

- Rob Chaffe

Sport

Narrow losses for Whittlesea ■ Whittlesea had Seniors and Reserves narrow losses in the NFNL Division Two finals at the weekend.

SCORES AT A GLANCE Division 1. Seniors. North Heidelberg 15.12 (102) d Heidelberg 14.15 (99). West PrestonLakeside 13.12 (90) d Montmorency 1.7 (13).Fixture. Saturday, September 7. Greensborough v North Heidelberg, at Preston. Sunday, September 8. Heidelberg v West PrestonLakeside, at Preston.

Division 1. Reserves. Bundoora 14.12 (96) d West Preston Lakeside 4.6 (30). Montmorency 17.10 (112) d Heidelberg 5.7 (37). Fixture. Saturday, September 7. Greensborough v B undoora, at Preston. Sunday, September 8. West Preston-Lakeside v Montmorency, at Preston.

Division 1. Under 19. Heidelberg 8.5 (53) d St Mary’s 4.9 (33). Bundoora 14.12 (96) d Montmorency 7.10 (52). Fixture. Saturday, September 7. Eltham 1 v Heidelberg. Sunday, September 8. St Mary’s v Bundoora.

★ Division 2 Seniors. Banyule 11.9 (75) d Whittlesea 10.8 (68). Eltham 8.14 (62) d Thomastown 6.8 (44). Fixture. Saturday, Septemebr 7. Whittlesea v Eltham, at Epping.

Division 2. Reserves. Eltham 4.11 (35) d Whittlesea 4.10 (34). Fitzroy Stars 10.15 (75) d St Mary’s 8.5 (53). Fixture. Whittlesea v Fitzroy Stars, at Epping.

Division 2. Under 19. Mill Park 8.13 (61) d South Morang 7.9 (51). Mernda 5.14 (44) d Lower Plenty 5.13 (43). Fixture. Saturday, September 7. South Morang v Mernda. ★ Division 3. Seniors. South Morang 12.15 (87) d Laurimar 11.11 (77). Fixture: Panton Hill v South Morang.

Division 3. Reserves. Old Eltham Collegians 11.12 (78) d Kilmore 4.8 (32). Fixture. Heidelberg West v Old Eltham Collegians.

BANYULE V WHITTLESEA SENIORS

BANYULE ....................... 3.1, 5.6, 9.9, 11.9 (75) WHITTLESEA ................ 1.3, 4.5, 9.7, 10.8 (68) Banyule. Goalkickers: J. Kroussiratis 4, A. Barclay, M. Johnston, R. Loton, S. Gumbleton, R. Blackmore-Moore, A. Cabdi, L. Giles. Best Players: D. Kelly, T. Martin, J. Kroussoratis, R. Blackmore-Moore, J. Longford, A. Barclay.

Whittlesea. Goalkickers: J. Murphy 2, B. Watson 2, C. Bland 2, M. Andrews, R. Dyson, X. Dimasu, M. Atta. Best Players: J. Murphy, B. Bell, P. Higgins, R. Carter, N. Stefanile, X. Dimasi.

ELTHAM V WHITTLESEA

RESERVES ELTHAM .......................... 1.2, 3.7, 4.9, 4.11 (35) WHITTLESEA ................ 0.2, 0.2, 2.7, 4.10 (34) Eltham. Goalkickers: T. Burns 2, B. Glasgow, J. Doukas. Best Players:A. Currie, P. Turnbull, B. Taglieri, J. Snell, H. Furlong, L. Cantwell.

Whittlesea. Goalkickers: M. Langford 2, J. Dyson, H. Jarvie. Best Players: E. Gorski, C. Sloan, H. Jarvie, T. Parkinson, H. Bland, M. Langford.

Top effort by Rebel ladies ■ The AFLOuter East League staggered finish to the season continues across the three Divisions, with the weekend seeing the second week of Division 2 Finals, the first week of Division 1 Finals and the last home and away round of the Premier Division.

The Premier Division saw the Alexandra Under 18s travel to Berwick Springs for their final game of the season.

Thank you to Berwick Springs for agreeing to a later start to the game and the home side seemed to enjoy the sleep-in as they kicked four goals to two in the first quarter, followed by five goals to two in the second quarter to hold a 33point lead at half-time.

The Rebels came out determined after the break and dominated the third quarter as the Titans added a point for the quarter whilst the Rebels had eight scoring shots, but inaccuracy was costly with only three goals to show for their efforts.

The last quarter was an even contest as both teams added two goals with the Titans enjoying a 13-point win, 11.10 (76) to 9.9 (63) at the final siren.

Well done to coach Scott Ferrier, team manager Keith Ray, runner Simon Rouget, all the parent helpers and supporters and a very big well done to all the players of Under 18s and Under 16s who helped out most weeks on a great effort across the whole season, turning up every week and doing their best.

Awards: Bundalaguah Engineering award Blake Azzopardi, Hadfield Contractors award Tom Rouget, Alexandra Tyrepower award Jackson Harris, Alexandra Apparel award David Ray, Alan and Betty Parsons award - Billy Miller, Steyger Family award - Jordan LaurieRhodes. ★ The second weekend of Division 2 Finals saw Alexandra represented by the C- and D-Grade netball teams who played in Semi-Finals at Mt Evelyn and Healesville.

D-Grade played Powelltown at Mt Evelyn in a First Semi Final, the winner progressing to next week's Preliminary Final and the loser finishing their season.

The Rebels girls knew this week was going to be tough considering they had lost a few key players towards the run up to Finals.

The Demons started strong scoring the first few goals but Eliza held strong in the centre assisted by Kimmy and Eb in the wings which meant they could deliver the ball down to Taite and Kate to score Alex's first goal for the game.

Quarter-time saw Alex down by five goals but they were determined to make them back.

In the second quarter Sarah and Tara worked well in defence and managed to get a few intercepts and rebounds but at half-time the girls were still down by five.

Going into the third quarter, Rach came onto WD and some positional changes made by coach Karen saw Eb move into centre and Eliza back into her normal position of GA, hoping this would

to Powelltown's credit they continued to dominate. By three quarter time the girls were down by 10 goals but to the girls credit they fought hard in the last quarter and gave everything they had but unfortunately it just wasn't their day and Powelltown came home winners in the end by 15 goals, 38 to 23.

Congratulations to coach Karen Richards and all the girls on a fantastic season and for making the Semi-Finals. ★ After a good win in last week's Qualifying Final the C-Grade girls were full of confidence to take on the top of ladder Seville in the Second Semi Final, the winner going straight through to the Grand Final and the loser getting another chance in the Preliminary Final next week.

This game was always going to be tough but the girls were up for the challenge and with a turnover on Seville's first centre pass, Alex was off to a fast start scoring the first two goals.

The defence combination of Sally and Hana with Ash in WD saw Seville having to fight for every ball which helped the Rebels to lead at quarter-time by one goal.

No changes from Alex saw the girls go back out to the court full of confidence and determination. Strong in attack were Zarli, Kylie, Jorja and Mandy making the most of loose balls converting them inAlex's favour and half-time scores were even. Starting the third quarter saw Maddy, Michelle and Sarah take the court to give some fresh legs for the team but after a slower than preferred start and some stray passing from Alex, Seville pounced to convert their chances to be ahead at three quarter time by two goals.

Knowing that by winning this game the girls would go straight into the Grand Final, coach Michelle put the team back to the starting seven.

In the last quarter some awesome defence from Sally and Hana who worked well to score many intercepts and rebounds to enable Alex to bring the score line back to even. Going goal for goal for the last five minutes it was going to be anyone's game and unfortunately the Rebels just ran out of time losing by one goal at the final siren, 27 to 26 which means the Rebels now take on Yarra Glen at Monbulk in the Preliminary Final next Saturday. Thank you to all those that travelled to support the girls and we are hoping that we have an even bigger crowd on Saturday to helps us progress through to the Grand Final the following week.

NETBALLAWARDS Caltex $25 fuel card award - Ebonni Carlton; Vibe Hotel Marysville $20 meal - Ashleigh Creighton; Christy's Beauty Therapy $15 voucher - Sally Krijt; C-Grade: JAMMM Catering $20 meal Zarli Hoornweg, Essence Coffee Lounge $10 meal - Hana Duldig; D-Grade: JAMMM Catering $20 meal - Kim Webber-Lally, Essence Coffee Lounge $10 meal - Eliza Gesler.

- Ray Steyger

Local Sport Yea Golf Club ■ Wednesday’s golf saw Darwin resident and good friend of Mick Spagnolo take out the team and individual prizes.

Michael Willis (14) with 36 points teamed with Ken Whitfort (6) to take the pairs multiplied stableford event by two points with 56 from second BobGlenister/Ivor Brayley.

Runners-up in the individual event went to Ray Partridge (25) with 35 points. Martin Lowe was NTP on the 18th and JohnAnderson/Carl Maffei won the Club Award.

The semi-finals of the Club Knockout were played on Wednesday. Gary Pollard defeated Michael Spagnolo, and Ray Partridge was too good for Martin Lowe.

Gary and Ray will contest the final in the coming month. Ticket availability and media coverage will be announced shortly. ★ Captain’s Team Wins The annual President v Captain Teams was played on Saturday with 16 players contesting a Stableford Event.

Winners with a 29.6 average to 28.0 were the Captain’s Team. It was a fabulous day to play golf and the individual winner was John Tanner (19) with 36 points.

Runner-up on CB was the consistent Brian Simmons with 34 points on CB from Carl Maffei (20).

Fourth was Rick Wills (9) on CB from Michael Spagnolo (6). Michael won NTP on the 10th for 2 and the lucky Club Award for $10 was won by Sam Wright.

The Club is proud to announce that we have now 10 new members who have accepted the discounted membership of $150.

Please remind interested people that the offer is only available for a short time until the end of November.

Next Saturday is Monthly Medal day and on Sunday is the Play 9 at 11m on the bottom nine.

- Alan Pell

Northern Metro ■ The first of the 2019-20 cricket fixtures have been released with the Northern Metro Cricket Association scheduling Saturday, October 5 as the first round of the Jika Shield. Teams in that competition are Holy Trinity, Cameron, Preston YCW District, Cobras, Heidelberg West, Preston Baseballers, Rivergum and Rosebank.

Fixtures are not yet available for some other divisions, such as the shield in which Kinglake and Strathewen participated in 2018-19. No fixtures have been published for Diamond Valley and Seymour comps.

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Grand Final bookings made

■ AFL Outer East netball scores and fixtures: Division 2. A-Grade. Kinglake 70 d Yarra Glen 21. Yea 46 d Seville 29. Fixture: Saturday, September 7. Preliminary Final. Seville v Kinglake. Winner plays Yea. Division 2. B-Grade. Powelltown 31 d Kinglake 30. Seville 52 d Yarra Glen 20.. Fixture: Saturday, September 7. Preliminary Final. Yarra Glen v Powelltown. Winner plays Seville.

Division 2. C-Grade. Yarra Glen 36 d Powelltown 29. Seville 27 d Alexandra 26. Fixture: Saturday, September 7. Preliminary Final. Alexandra v Yarra Glen. Winner plays Seville.

Division 2. D-Grade. Powelltown 38 d Alexandra 23. Seville 29 d Yea 22. Fixture: Saturday, September 7. Preliminary Final. Yea v Powelltown. Winner plays Seville.

PHOTO: ASH LONG

A-GRADE

B-GRADE

POWELLTOWN .......................... 9, 21, 26, 31 KINGLAKE ................................. 7, 13, 20, 30 Powelltown. Goals: Tayla Morton 30, Jodie Stenhouse. Best Players: Tayla Morton, Sonja Traynor.

Kinglake. Goals: Danielle Howe 25, Latoya wards 1. Best Players: Danielle Howe, Amy Teodorovic. ★ SEVILLE .................................... 13, 22, 34,52 YARRA GLEN ................................. 3, 7, 14, 20 Seville. Goals: Christie Booth 22, Tarsha Collette 26. Best Players: Paige Stanley, Tarsha Collette.

Yarra Glen. Goals: Stephanie Gibbs 5, Andrea Evans 11. Best Players: Skye Corrigan, Edana Lacey.

D-GRADE

YEA CLUB REPORTS

A-GRADE Yea v Seville Yea has advanced to the Grand Final and would now be firm favourites to win back-toback premierships.

Coming into the game, Seville’s form over the past month has been strong whereas the Yea girls had only played one game in that time, so there was a real buzz in the air as the game started, knowing this was going to be a dingdong battle.

SCORES AT A GLANCE

BANYULE V WHITTLESEA

C-GRADE

POWELLTOWN ......................... 9, 17, 28, 38 ALEXANDRA ................................ 4, 12, 18, 23 Alexandra. Goals: Kate Mullins 5. Best Players: Sarah Haggis.

Powelltown. Goals: Holly Cole 31, Kristy Summer 7. Best Players: Holly Cole, Caitlyn Parker. ★ SEVILLE ...................................... 6, 19, 23, 29 YEA ................................................ 5, 9, 16, 22 Yea. Goals: Hannah Broderick 8. Best Players: Kelly Petering.

■ Whittlesea had Seniors and Reserves narrow losses in the NFNL Division Two finals at the weekend.

Division 1. Seniors. North Heidelberg 15.12 (102) d Heidelberg 14.15 (99). West Preston-Lakeside 13.12 (90) d Montmorency 1.7 (13).Fixture. Saturday, September 7.

Greens-borough v North Heidelberg, at Preston. Sunday, September 8. Heidelberg v West Preston-Lakeside, at Preston.

Division 1. Reserves. Bundoora 14.12 (96) d West Preston Lakeside 4.6 (30). Montmorency 17.10 (112) d Heidelberg 5.7 (37).

Fixture. Saturday, September 7.

Greensborough v B undoora, at Preston. Sunday, September 8. West Preston-Lakeside v Montmorency, at Preston.

Division 1. Under 19. Heidelberg 8.5 (53) d St Mary’s 4.9 (33). Bundoora 14.12 (96) d Mont-morency 7.10 (52). Fixture. Saturday, September 7. Eltham 1 v Heidelberg. Sunday, September 8. St Mary’s v Bundoora. ★ Division 2 Seniors. Banyule 11.9 (75) d Whittlesea 10.8 (68). Eltham 8.14 (62) d Thomastown 6.8 (44). Fixture. Saturday, Septemebr 7. Whittlesea v Eltham, at Epping.

Division 2. Reserves. Eltham 4.11 (35) d Whittlesea 4.10 (34). Fitzroy Stars 10.15 (75) d St Mary’s 8.5 (53). Fixture. Whittlesea v Fitzroy Stars, at Epping.

Division 2. Under 19. Mill Park 8.13 (61) d South Morang 7.9 (51). Mernda 5.14 (44) d Lower Plenty 5.13 (43). Fixture. Saturday, September 7. South Morang v Mernda. ★ Division 3. Seniors. South Morang 12.15 (87) d Laurimar 11.11 (77). Fixture: Panton Hill v South Morang.

Division 3. Reserves. Old Eltham Collegians 11.12 (78) d Kilmore 4.8 (32). Fixture.

Heidel-berg West v Old Eltham Collegians.

KINGLAKE ................................. 20, 36, 51, 70 YARRA GLEN ............................... 4, 10, 15, 21 Kinglake. Goals: Billie Cvijetic 56. Best Players: Billie Cvijetic, Casey Barnes, Alice Waack.

Yarra Glen. Goals: Niocole Moate 8, Alicia Hughes, Chloe Gray 5. Best Players: Kali Fraser, Katelyn Vanderkolk, Cheslea Birchall. ★ YEA ............................................. 13, 22, 36, 46 SEVILLE ..................................... 9, 14, 19, 29 Yea Goals: Melissa Martinov 31, Nikki Watts 15. Best Players: Tayissa Coppinger, Samanta Coppinger.

YARRA GLEN ............................... 7, 18, 24, 36 POWELLTOWN ......................... 8, 17, 23, 29 Yarra Glen. Goals: Elise Tanzen 22, Ruthj Corry 14. Best Players: Morgan Bazzocco, Elise Tanzen, Tammie Milbourne.

Powelltown. Goals: Shelley Gray 11, Simone Traynor 18. Best Players: Glenda Crofts, Simone Traynor, Erin Benham. ★ SEVILLE ....................................... 6, 12, 20, 27 ALEXANDRA ................................ 7, 12, 18, 26 Alexandra. Goals: Mandy Gesler 8. Best Players: Sally Krijt, Mandy Gesler.

NORTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE: SCORES AT A GLANCE

● Yea D-Grade’s Kelly Petering enjoyed her first-ever time as Goal Keeper.

D_GRADE The Tigers soon showed that one game in a Yea v Seville month was far from a negative as they conBoth teams were nervous when the first trolled the ball and general play from within the whistle blew and it was Seville who settled the first minutes of the game.

Sam, Chelsea and Nikki did a mountain of quickest, getting the first three goals on the board.

Once Yea found their feet, they worked hard, work in the goal third, setting up Mel who was in running onto the ball and working the ball with perfect position for the ball entry.

It was a few minutes before Nik got her first patience into Abs and Han who both soon got shot at goal, but a long bomb dropped and Seville their first goals.

The last minutes of the quarter were goal for knew that both goalers were a huge threat. goal but it was Seville who led by one.

Rach, Ty and Ruby were a force in defence, The ladder leaders showed why they finished pressuring every ball and making Seville’s entry number one in the second quarter, getting the very difficult. Yea 13-9 at quarter time. jump on the Tigers, forcing them into themselves That defensive pressure only grew over the and the team struggled to make any response, second and third quarters, Seville managing only Seville outscoring the Tigers 13-3 to lead by 11 five goals in each of those quarters. at half-time.

Yea’s ball movement and transition down Deb was firm but fair at the half-time break, court was some of their best for the season and urging the girls to tidy up their general play and their scoring came with much more ease. to go back to their game style and the girls did Seville were forced to change the defenders just that. Kelly Petering was an inspiration for bibs a handful of times to try and combat Nikki her team, coming on to GK where she had never and Mel but it was to no avail. played before, she was calm and controlled, and The movement of Amy and Sam with ball in with Teagan beside her they forced Seville into hand around the goal circle made the job for the numerous errors. This lifted the rest of the girls Seville defence even harder. At three quarter and they outplayed Seville through hard attack timeYea led 36-19. and tight defence to win the quarter 8-4. They Both teams scored 10 goals apiece in the came to the ¾-time bench still trailing by seven final quarter, the intensity of the game dropping but with real positivity after a great quarter. just slightly with the result already decided at Yea never gave up until the final siren, both the break. teams on level pegging in the last 12 minutes to Yea will have the week off next week and see the final margin seven goals. It was one will await either Seville or Kinglake in the big quarter that let the girls down but their last half dance the following week. Well played Tigers. showed they are more than capable of knocking Yea 46 def Seville 29 off Seville. First they must beat Powelltown in Goals: M. Martinov 31, N. Watts 15 the preliminary final next Saturday. Go Tigers!

Best: S. Coppinger, T. Coppinger, R. Seville 29 def Yea 22 O'Dwyer.

Goals: A. Christie 14, H. Broderick 8.

- Cindy Hayes - Cindy Hayes

SENIORS BANYULE ....................... 3.1, 5.6, 9.9, 11.9 (75) WHITTLESEA ................ 1.3, 4.5, 9.7, 10.8 (68) Banyule. Goalkickers: J. Kroussiratis 4, A. Barclay, M. Johnston, R. Loton, S. Gumbleton, R. Blackmore-Moore, A. Cabdi, L. Giles. Best Players: D. Kelly, T. Martin, J. Kroussoratis, R. Blackmore-Moore, J. Longford, A. Barclay.

Whittlesea. Goalkickers: J. Murphy 2, B. Watson 2, C. Bland 2, M. Andrews, R. Dyson, X. Dimasu, M. Atta. Best Players: J. Murphy, B. Bell, P. Higgins, R. Carter, N. Stefanile, X. Dimasi.

ELTHAM V WHITTLESEA RESERVES ELTHAM .......................... 1.2, 3.7, 4.9, 4.11 (35) WHITTLESEA ................ 0.2, 0.2, 2.7, 4.10 (34) Eltham. Goalkickers: T. Burns 2, B. Glasgow, J. Doukas. Best Players:A. Currie, P. Turnbull, B. Taglieri, J. Snell, H. Furlong, L. Cantwell.

Whittlesea. Goalkickers: M. Langford 2, J. Dyson, H. Jarvie. Best Players: E. Gorski, C. Sloan, H. Jarvie, T. Parkinson, H. Bland, M. Langford.

Healesville’s flag ■ Healesville FNC is the 2019 Womens Premiers, defeating Monbulk by 42 points.

Healesville 8.2 (50) d Monbulk 1.2 (8).

NFNL Sunday ■ Division 1 Women’s Grand Final: VU Western Spurs 1 8.9 (63) d Diamond Creek Womens 1 5.4 (34).

Division 2 Women’s Grand Final: VU Western Spurs 15.19 (109) d Heidelberg 0.2 (2).

Division 3: Greensborough 4.5 (29) d VU Western Spurs 3 2.4 (16).

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AFL OUTER EAST FOOTBALL SCORES AT A GLANCE DIVISION 1

■ Seniors. Results. Officer 14.14 (104) d Mt Evelyn 6.l7 (43). Doveton 8.12 (60) d Monbulk 7.3 (45). Fixture. Sunday, September 8.

Pakenham v Doveton. Monbulk v Officer.

■ Reserves. Results. Mt Evelyn 13.3 (81) d Officer 9.10 (64). Doveton 8.10 (68) d Monbulk 4.4 (28). Fixture. Sunday, September 8.

Pakenham v Mt Evelyn. Officer v Doveton.

■ Under 18. Results. Officer 13.8 (86) d Monbulk 4.3 (27). Emerald 5.12 (42) d Doveton 6.5 (41). Fixture. Sunday, September 8.

Pakenham v Officer. Monbulk v Emerald.

PREMIER LEAGUE

■ Seniors. Results. Round 18. Saturday, August 31. Berwick 16.11 (107) d Narre Warren 10.15 (75). Olinda-Ferny Creek 16.8 (104) d Wandin 9.10 (64). Cranbourne 12.19 (91) d Upwey-Tecoma 6.11 (47). Beaconsfield 12.23 (95) d Woori Yallock 6.7 (43).

Healesville: Bye. Ladder. 1. Berwick, 224.02, 64. 2. Narre Warren, 194.1, 60. 3. Beaconsfield, 187.13, 52. 4. Woori Yallock, 101.56, 46. 5. Cranbourne, 135.32, 42. 6. Wandin, 78.76, 36. 7. Olinda-Ferny Creek, 76.82, 28.

8. Upwey-Tecoma, 49.78, 20. 9. Healesville, 35.29, 12. Fixture. Saturday, September 7.

Narre Warren v Beaconsfield. Woori Yallock v Cranbourne.

■ Reserves. Results. Round 18. Saturday, August 31. Narre Warren 7.6 (48) d Berwick 5.8 (38). Olinda-Ferny Creek 8.13 (61) d Wandin 6.5 (41). Cranbourne 21.9 (135) d Upwey-Tecoma 4.6 (30). Beaconsfield 19.11 (125) d Woori Yallock 2.2 (14). Healesville: Bye. Ladder. 1. Narre Warren, 41`2.63, 66. 2.

Beaconsfield, 375.23, 64.3. Berwick, 457.93, 56. 4. Cranbourne, 151.05, 52. 5. Wandin, 62.57, 36. 6. Olinda-Ferny Creek, 62.66, 30.

7. Upwey-Tecoma, 75.97, 28. 8. Healesville, 23.95, 16. 9. Woori Yallock, 15.74, 12. Fixture. Saturday, September 7. Beaconsfield v Berwick. Cranbourne v Wandin.

■ Under 18. Results. Round 18. Saturday, August 31. Berwick 6.16 (52) d Narre Warren 5.6 (36). Wandin 8.10 (68) d Olinda-Ferny Creek 7.2 (44). Gembrook-Cockatoo 10.7 (67) d Upwey-Tecoma 9.4 (58). Beaconsfield 13.4 (82) d Woori Yallock 6.8 (44). Berwick Springs 11.10 (76) d Alexandra 9.9 (63). Ladder. 1.

Berwick, 362.50, 64. 2. Narre Warren, 354.85, 36. 3. Beaconsfield, 285.07, 56. 4. GembrookCockatoo, 108.47, 48. 5. Upwey-Tecoma, 157.82, 44. 6. Woori Yallock, 98.47, 32. 7.

Berwick Springs, 51.51, 26. 8. Wandin, 29.66, 16. 9. Alexandra, 35.96, 12. 10. Olinda-Ferny Creek, 28.43, 6. Fixture. Gembrook-Cockatoo v Upwey-Tecoma. Beaconsfield v Woori Yallock. Berwick v Narre Warren.

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Last Dindi team exits footy finals race ■ Kinglake’s finals ambitions came to a close last Saturday when Powelltown had a 16-point win against the Lakers at Mount Evelyn.

The other Murrindindi sides - Yea, Alexandra and Thornton-Eildon - were eliminated earlier.

Seville Seniors are now into the AFL Outer East Division Two Grand Final at Yarra Glen on Saturday, September 14. Yarra Junction Reserves also have a firm booking.

This Saturday (Sept. 7) at 2.10pm sees the Seniors Preliminary Final between Yarra Junction and Powelltown at Monbulk.

The Reserves Preliminary Final will also be at Monbulk at 12 Noon, between GembrookCockatoo and Seville.

Saturday’s winners also go into the Grand Final.

SCORES AT A GLANCE Division 2. Seniors. First Semi-Final.

Powelltown 12.18 (80) d Kinglake 9.10 (64).

Division 2. Seniors. Second Semi-Final.

Seville 13.15 (93) d Yarra Junction 11.11 (77).

Division 2. Reserves. First Semi-Final.

Seville 6.11 (47) d Yarra Glen 6.4 (40).

Division 2. Reserves. Second Semi-Final.

Yarra Junction 6.13 (49) d Gembrook 7.6 (48).

SENIORS: KINGLAKE V POWELLTOWN POWELLTOWN ....... 2.4, 4.10, 7.12, 12.18 (90) KINGLAKE .................. 2.5, 6.7, 8.9, 9.10 (64) Powelltown. Goalkickers: D. Roy 5, D. Smith 3, D. Fraser 2, J. Rohan, L. Miller. Best Players: J. Walker, D. Roy, N. Moody, J. Mullan, L. Middlemast, J. Garthwaite.

Kinglake. Goalkickers: C. Horman 4, A. Burns 2, A. Fairchild 2, B. White. Best Players: L. Adams, J. Butterworth, J. McDonald, K. Douglas, L. White, L. Hannah.

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● Powelltown’s Lyndon Walker dispatches a kick towards goal in last Saturday’s First Semi Final as Kinglake’s Rohan King and Jaedin Poecher look on.

Seville. Goalkickers: J. Larkin 3, S. Saniga 2,D SENIORS: SEVILLE Wallace. Best Players: M. Hassan, R. Djohan, V YARRA JUNCTION A. Whitelaw, J. Wilson, D. Wathen, J. Larkin.

SEVILLE .................. 1.2, 4.7, 7.11, 13.15 (93) Yarra Glen. Goalkickers: M. Kikidopoulos 2, YARRA JUNCTIO N ... 2.5, 6.7, 10.8, 11.11 (77) M. Donald, A. Hocking, D. Case, L. Thomson.

Yarra Junction. Goalkickers: J. Bombinski 2, Best Players: M. Dolan, L. Thomson, P. Hayes, T. Wheeler 2, E. Wadsworth 2, A. Chandler 2, L. Coulson, M. Kikidopoulos, D. Galbraith.

S. Morton 2, D. Chapman. Best Players: E. Wadsworth, M. Brown, C. Hoare, J. Hamman, RESERVES: YARRA JUNC. A. Chandler, L. Hoffman.

V GEMBROOK-COCKATOO

RESERVES: YARRA GLEN V SEVILLE

YARRA JUNCTION ...... 2.3, 4.6, 5.10, 6.13 (49) GEM.-COCK. ................... 0.1, 4.1, 5.2, 7.6 (48) Yarra Junction. Goalkickers: K. Hall 2, C. SEVILLE ..................... 1.3, 2.10, 4.10, 6.11 (47) Spaulding, J. Taylor, B. Freedman, C. Collins.

YARRAGLEN ................... 1.1, 1.2, 3.2, 6.4 (40) Best Players: W. Robertson, B. Conder, C Seville. Goalkickers: J. Larkin 3, S. Saniga 2,D. Spaulding, K. Ousley, N. Fall, A. Dos Santos.

Gembrook-Cockatoo. Goalkickers: D. Smith 3, B. Chapman 2, C. Vernal, A. Mitchell, D. McPherson. Best Players: B. Chapman, M. Jorgensen, D. McPjerson, C. Vermal, D. Smith, G. Hertridge.

COUNTRY FOOTBALL LEAGUES SCORES AT A GLANCE GOULBURN VALLEY FOOTBALL LEAGUE

Grandstander W’sea meeting

■ Seniors. Kyabram 13.11 (89) d Echuca 10.12 (72). Shepparton 15.14 (104) d Tatura 13.12 (90). Rochester 10.5 (65) d Seymour 7.11 (53).

■ Reserves. Echuca 11.19 (85) d Shepparton United 3.3 (21). Euroa 16.7 (103) d Shepparton Swans 4.10 (34). Seymour 11.7 973) d Rochester 10.4 (64).

■ Under 18. Echuca 15.5 (95) d Seymour 12.10 (82). Mooroopna 8.9 (57) d Shepparton 6.5 (41). Kyabram 9.6 (60) d Rochester 7.9 (51).

■ Whittlesea Football and Netball Club has its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, October All positions are vacant. Club officials are looking for new faces to take on a position.

Mel shoots 542 ■ According to the AFL Outer East Grapevine (‘Record’), Yea netballer topped the Division Two A-Grade goalshooters’ tally, prior to Saturday’s finals.

Mel was credited with 542 goals. Other locals listed were A-Grade: Billie Cvijetic (Kinglake) 397; B-Grade: Emma Kidd (Alexandra) 402, Meg Sundblom (Yea) 337; CGrade: Mandy Gesler (Alexandra) 283, Jessica Armstrong (Yea) 207; D-Grade Melanie Gibson (Kinglake) 151.

KYABRAM DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE

■ Seniors. Lancaster 13.13 (91) d Avenel 10.15 (75). Stanhope 11.9 (75) d MurchisonToolamba 9.5 (59).

■ Reserves. Nagambie 11.13 (79) d Lancaster 10.5 (65). Under4a 9.7 (61) d Girgarre 6.10 (46).

■ Under 18. Stanhope 10.9 (69) d Murchison-Toolamba 2.6 (18). Merrigum 9.16 (70) Nagmabie 6.8 (44).

RIDDELL DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE

River stonkered ■ The Goulburn River is about to recieve a top-up of 2000 'stonker' trout by the Victorian Fisheries Authority ahead of the season openingh this Saturday (Sept. 7) at Eildon.

The release, with a a combined weight of seven tonnes, will be at at 11 family-friendly sites near Eildon.

The stocking is funded by recreational fishing licence fees and the State Government, says local MLC Jaclyn Symes.

PHOTO: ASH LONG

● Yarra Junction’s Daniel Chapman (left) and Adam Ward (right) sandwich Gembrook-Cockatoo’s Adam Mitchell in the Reserves at Healesville.

■ Seniors. Rupertswood 13.10 (88) d Diggers Rest 9.8 (62). Wallan 12.9 (81) d Romsey 6.10 (46).

■ Reserves. Rupertswood 7.10 (52) d Wallan 4.1 (25). Diggers Rest 12.6 (78) d WoodendHesket 4.3 (27).

■ Under 19.5. Rupertswood 8.3 (51) d Woodend-Hesket 0.7 (7). Diggers Rest 10.8 (68) d Melton Centrals 6.4 (40).

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