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New nominations for Council with fresh ideas and fresh energy SEVEN candidates have jointly announced they will nominate for the Northern Grampians Shire Council (NGSC) elections to be held by compulsory postal vote in October.

Lauren Dempsey, John Farrell, Jenny Greenberger, Justine Hide, Karen Hyslop, Karen Probst and Lisa Whyte have all signed up after nominations opened on 9th September.

This diverse group is passionate, experienced and ready to deliver.

They are launching their campaign together because they all share the same vision to promote gender balance and diversity for better representation on council.

These candidates support the principle that equal participation of women and men in politics is an important goal for effective democracy, good governance and strengthening and

enhancing our community.

Spokesperson Jenny Greenberger said that all of the nominees support the initiative of the More Women for Council – NGS interest group which promotes ‘putting the unity back into community by offering choice and diversity’.

“It is time for new beginnings with fresh ideas and fresh energy.

“More Women for Council has been instrumental in encouraging women to stand.

“More women does not mean all women as has been suggested by some community members.”

The group was formed in 2022 to

Above: New nominations for Northern Grampians Shire Council put up their hands. (Left to right) Jenny Greenberger, Lauren Dempsey, John Farrell, Justine Hide and Lisa Whyte. support Cr Lauren D e m p s e y, t h e o n e woman who represented her community on Northern Grampians Shire Council.

A second woman, Karen Hyslop, joined council in 2023, due to a by-election.

More Women for Council – NGSC has

developed a website and Facebook page to provide information to voters about this team of candidates and how they will transform shared dreams into tangible realities, creating a positive impact and building a stronger, more united community.

St. Arnaud Police report Parkview break-in Between the evening of Thursday 5th September and the morning of Friday 6th September, offender/s have broken into the Parkview Bakery and stolen cash.

St. Arnaud Police are appealing for any information or any

local footage that may assist in the investigation.

Family Violence offending Recently, a St. Arnaud male appeared before the Magistrate’s Court charged with family violence offending.

The male was sentenced to

8 months imprisonment.

This is a timely reminder that committing Family Violence in any form is not OK and is taken very seriously.

Police wish to remind you that if you or someone you know is experiencing Family Violence to please reach out and report it to Police.

Nomination for Kara Kara Although there is no requirement at this stage to announce which ward each will be standing, Karen Probst has made it clear that she will be standing for Kara Kara ward.

Karen Probst said that she knows what makes our community special as she has been a part of this town for 34 years.

“I’ll work on the

Above: Karen Probst has declared her nomination for election in the Kara Kara Ward of this years Council elections.

Above: Cr. Karen Hyslop currently represents Kara Kara ward but has not as yet announced which ward she will nominate for.

things that matter to us and find simple, practical ways to make our community

even better.”

Nominations are open until Tuesday 17th September.

An early baby boy for Martha IN a facebook post Member for Ripon Martha Haylett and her husband Sam welcomed to the world, a baby boy Liam.

“We weren’t expecting you for another six weeks, but you couldn’t wait to join us on Sunday.

“Thank you to the beautiful midwives, doctors, and special care nursery team at Bendigo Health that helped you arrive safely.

“We love you so, so much.

“And will love you until the end of time,” said Martha on facebook.

Congratulations to Martha and Sam.

Above: The front entrance to Parkview Bakery in St. Arnaud.

Left: A police vehicle blocks the back lane and entrance to Parkview Bakery after a break-in.

In the • Inside •Windharp Horizons Paddock Program - pages 9 today - page 4 to 11.

Editorial Globalisation makes the need for local representation even greater We have seen it written that globalisation affects developing countries both positively and negatively. It is a word (globalization) that has been used tirelessly over the last couple of decades even exhaustingly. Globalisation reduces poverty, gives communities access to technology, provides jobs, causes them to unite and work together, increases tolerance for other cultures.

And further culture shapes our beliefs and our beliefs are our understandings of the world around us. Our beliefs influence how we interpret events and how we make decisions. For example, in some cultures, people believe that the supernatural is a powerful force that can influence events in the world.

Looking at the big picture, globalization results in free trade agreements, which allows imports and exports across borders more readily. But on the down side although globalization brings lower prices and higher standards of living to some, it brings wealth concentration and the tendency to make society more equal for its members. Or so they say.

And what about whether globalization affects sections of countries differently, such as rural areas? We can research this very question and find that people in rural areas have better access to information, education and services, all of which help to bridge the gap between urban and rural areas.

We can see that globalization is having significant effects and here in rural Victoria the advent A of technology is creeping into business and some (and we stress ‘some’) of that eventually flows into homes and individual lives. We also believe that F wealth is today more concentrated than a decade ago with the richer getting richer and the poor E becoming poorer. However, we disagree that globalization has a tendency to make society more equal. If, for example, a small town in the wimmera wishes to stay largely as they are it will take some decades for that to change, in fact, the natural lifespan of individuals may have an effect on how long that will take. But what happens to that community before that? Does it get left behind, or does even part of that community get left behind?

A community is really simply a microcosm of a larger society where we have the wealthy, the justmaking-it and the working class who struggle to put food in their mouths – much the same as any society.

It seems that there are negative effects to globalization like increasing individualism, a consumer lifestyle, and social inequality. There certainly are C negatives on some rural communities. For examQ ple, the globalization of trade and the increasing use of technology in agriculture has led to a decline C in the number of small farms and an increase in large, industrial-scale operations. This has contributed to the concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a few and has left many small farmers struggling to compete. In addition, the loss of small farms and other local businesses can lead to the erosion of social and economic ties within rural communities and can contribute to a sense of isolation and marginalization.

Overall, the impacts of globalization and technological change on rural communities have been complex and varied, and it is important for the needs and interests of these communities to be respected as they shape the direction of these forces. We hope that this is the case with banks and other large corporations.

The existence of local government could be said to be quite a good thing for rural communities as it gives communities a voice and local government understands their needs.

Do not forget, residents of Kara Kara Ward, that the town of St. Arnaud and surrounding settlements need representation so that our needs are not overlooked. Nominations for the local government elections are open now.

To the Editor

Dementia Action Week 2024 Dear Editor, With around twothirds of people with dementia living in the community this Dementia Action Week (16-22 September) we are calling on all Australians to take action to make their communities more welcoming and accessible for people living with dementia.

More than 421,000 Australians are currently living with dementia, but this number is expected to increase to more than 812,500 by 2054.

A lack of knowledge and understanding of dementia can lead to people living with dementia feeling excluded and experiencing discrimination.

People living with dementia tell us they want to belong - they want to be part of their community and to feel valued.

That’s why this year’s theme for Dementia Action Week 16-22 September - is ‘Act Qld Now for a Dementia4217 Future’.

Friendly All people impacted by dementia 1 800 652deserve 284 to be supported and welcomed in their communities, no matter where they live.

So please, find out how you can influence change in your community to create a more dementia-friendly future at dementia. org.au.

Yours Sincerely, Merran Kelsall AO Chair Dementia Australia Bobby Redman Chair Dementia Australia Advisory Ted Whillier Committee

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Dear Editor RUOK! There has been much written lately about progress, politically correct ways of addressing each other, apparently gone are the mister and mrs greetings.

When I started work in 1960 with the then PMG country communications were on party lines, known as country RAXs (several around here) each monday morning check that copper wire of the party line had not been pinched.

The girls on the manual town switchboard knew more about yourself , than you did.

The friendly post office staff and the postie delivering your

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mail each day with a blow of the whistle to let you know you had mail (not to mention the alert to all the dogs in the neighbourhood).

The street letter boxes where you could post a letter, Wedderburn had four.

Our local shire councillors serving localized areas, they knew our problems, even had a pothole book.

Now you have trouble getting to the CEO even via your councillor, a possible 10 or more councillors for each D now reduced and shire talk of even more reductions.

A shire so big you need a good horse and

water bag to get from one side to another.

Our local bank branches have now been amalgamated.

Lucky if we have a branch in our town yet alone be on personal terms with the manager.

Modern banking is now done with a plastic card, through a hole in the wall.

Have a password they say!

Somebody in USA scams your account and spends your money on an air ticket to Mexico.

Remember when the local paper boys would deliver the paper and Qldhome delivery the early Aof the milk.

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‘Genetic’ Ezard farm is not focussed on meat production NOT made clear at the last meeting of the Northern Grampians Shire Council (NGSC) was the further information that the Ezard family (the owners of the land) have developed an intensive farming enterprise centred around genetic farming of Australian Low-line cattle where semen and embryo sales are national and international.

The planning permit application for the farm located in the Charlton Road St. Arnaud went to the last meeting of the Northern Grampians Shire Council and against the recommendation from the Planning Officer, it was approved.

The permit was for a dwelling and a separate road entrance.

Genetic farming

The planning officer’s recommendation questioned the motive of the dwelling which was in a farming zone and the total acreage less than the minimum size for farming.

The term ‘genetic farming’ was not included anywhere in the Agenda of the meeting and it is clear that this type of farming is different from traditional farming.

It is now clear that

the production of cattle for meat is a by-product in this type of genetic farming where cattle don't meet their standards or specifications.

Meat production is not the focus of the farm, although it does exist.

Future owners must obtain approval A farm management plan was submitted with finan-

cial projections.

This is a substantial piece of work and sets the bar high for anyone that wants to try to do this on smaller farm zone blocks.

The Ezards must sign a Section 173 that ensures that future owners must gain approval from Council for an intensive agricultural enterprise before they can purchase the property.

The owners have agreed to consolidate

their 3 allotments into one allotment to align with farming zone use.

Council support for the farm Although the St. Arnaud Framework Plan which amended the NGSC planning scheme and contains the recommendation that farming does not exist on residential zoned land and vice versa, Council have recognised that intensive agriculture

can be developed on smaller farming zone blocks and as conventional farming practices need over a 1,000 hectares not 80 hectares, it is reasonable to promote intensive agricultural enterprises.

Councillor Eddy Ostarcevic said he is supportive of this type of investment.

“If we can promote more of this style of investment in our community then I say bring it on”.

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Education, gone are the localized district schools to be replaced with buses bringing pupils many miles to a combined school.

What did we do to deserve our “mobile smartphones”?

A room full of people all talking at once on their “phone”.

There is only two things in life they don’t do, we won't mention them.

Emails sent from one desk to another, in the same office situated side by side.

Footy, the loyalty to your town's team can now change, the make-

up of the league and geographical area , the old “enemy “ now becomes your team.

The days of the VFL Melbourne teams, now it's Australia wide’.

Going are the cars of our day, now electric is considered the answer.

You might say “does

it matter, that's progress”.

Thank God for “gophers”.

I could go on!

Country living is still the best!

I leave it with you!!!!

Yours faithfully Peter Norman Wedderburn Vic 3518

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK Wild globalization has benefited some, but it’s been a catastrophe for most.

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Windharp Horizons – Planning for our Future IN the face of adverse weather conditions, climate change and the uncertain impact of external influences, how do we want our landscape to - Contributed look in 2043?

How do we ensure profitable, sustainable agriculture and healthy resilient communities?

These are just a couple of questions that the Buloke and Northern Grampians Landcare Network are considering through their Windharp Horizons Program.

Funded by the Landcare Victoria New Futures Program, the Windharp working group (one of two such New Futures groups, statewide) has successfully hosted several events within the region to gather data and develop partner-

Most recently, the team has been meeting with partners - including the North Central Catchment Manageships with the aim of ment Authority, Dja developing a Strategic Dja Wurrung CorporaPlan, tentatively schedtion, Agriculture uled to be launched in Victoria, Parks October this year.

Victoria, Trust for It is an ambitious Nature, Seeding project, but necessary.

Victoria, Threatened Biodiversity and Species Conservancy, landscape ecosystems both Northern Gramcontinue to decline pians and Buloke while the long-term cliShires and regional mate forecast is bleak.

Landcare Groups - to Both factors will define key projects adversely impact land through a ‘Co-design’ managers in our workshop process. region, and the These projects Windharp team and its include the creation of partners are seeking Biolinks in the North ways to minimise the and South of our effects, through the region, grassland creation of resilient restoration, sustainable agricultural and envifarming, improved ronmental landscapes. waterway health and the creation of a Landcare Museum and Education Hub in the local area.

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Recently, the Windharp Horizons working group, and these landholders met with investors, including representatives from Central Highlands Water, LoamBio, GrainCorp, the Commonwealth Bank, Bushbank provider Cassinia Environmental and Landcare Australia Ltd. These groups presented a range of opportunities to those present, including information on supply chains, emerging markets and the co-benefits of biodiversity.

If you would like to know more, feel you can assist in any way, or simply want to stay up to date with the Windharp Horizons team, just follow us on our Facebook or Instagram socials, our website www.windharphorizons.org or send an email to windharp.horizons@gmail.c om

Above: Roundtable discussions to identify the key themes of Windharp Horizons.

Right: Planning for the Landscape Future is a collaborative effort.

New free car spaces at Ballarat Base Hospital

HUNDREDS of free public car spaces are now available at the Ballarat Base Hospital for locals, Ted Whillier A visitors and workers.

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Grampians Health to open 400 new public car spaces at the Ballarat Base Hospital – all free to park at.

Member for Ripon Martha Haylett also passed comment on the additional car spaces, “Having hundreds of new free car spaces will make Ballarat so much more accessible and convenient for locals across our region, especially for health care workers and those visiting loved ones in care.”

The extension to the existing hospital car park has added

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four new levels of parking, which brings the total number of parks to almost 800 across eight levels.

Roughly 50 jobs were created during construction of the multi-level car park, with local materials used.

New lifts have also been installed to make the car park more accessible.

The State Government is supporting the creation of 2,000 new car parks – including almost 1,400 free spaces – in and around the Ballarat CBD by 2026, making it easier for locals to park near where they want to go.

The new car spaces at Ballarat Base Hospital brings the town one step closer to 2,000 new spots.

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Keeping active and eating well at St. Joseph’s Primary THE main message at the Active Breakfast at the St. Joseph’s Primary School Charlton was ‘keep active and eat well’.

The first ever “Active Breakfast” was conducted at the Charlton school earlier this month organised

by the Mallee Sports Assembly and supported by VicHealth.

The aim of the breakfast was to deliv-

er a positive message to the audience about including regular physical activity into one’s lifestyle which improves one’s health and well-being.

Principal Mar y Hogan was most sup-

Above: Students from St. Josephs Primary and Charlton College with community members while Stacey (back right) and Maddie (left back) speak about the smoothie bike.

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portive and cooperative in supporting the function.

A school room was decked out with sporting equipment to add to the theme and the students all enjoyed a healthy breakfast of fruit skewers, fresh, warm rolls and fruit juice.

Staff prepared the food and had everything set up ready to go for the morning which was also enjoyed by the Grade 3 to 6 students from Charlton College as well as some community members.

Local community members Lily Campbell (mother of two young children) and Nick Thompson (a past student of the school and now a Year

12 student of Charlton College) shared their passion for sport and spoke of the importance in remaining physically active for better health outcomes.

They both shared that sport is more than just being a participant, it is a culture where you make new lifelong friends and enjoy being part of a club and having a sense of belonging.

Lily’s vibrant and energetic presentation kept the students captivated.

She spoke of the importance of maintaining good heart and lung health through being active and gave examples of fun things to do to keep active.

Nick aims to improve his football skills which may open “more doors/opportunities” for him.

This year he played for the Bendigo Pioneers and it required a lot of running and late nights in the gym to build some muscle.

Opening up new opportunities and friendships with people across the state has been the advantage.

“I think being physically active and looking after your body is great and opens up lots of opportunities for

you in life,” Nick said.

Stacey Keller and Maddie Hendy from East Wimmera Health Ser vice-St Arnaud spoke briefly of the different food groups for healthy eating, the “sometimes” foods and general advice on making good food choices.

They brought along a “Smoothie Bike” where you pedal the bike to operate the attached blender.

All the students got to enjoy delicious smoothies made from fruits such as berries and mangoes, yoghurt and milk.

Above: East Wimmera Health Service staff Stacey Keller (left) and Maddie Hendy with the smoothie bike.

ABS statistics prove Record Exports from Victoria VICTORIA has recorded the largest increase in exports across Australia, growing exports by more than $2 billion over the past 12 months.

Data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) recently shows that Victoria’s exports increased by 3.6% in the June quarter – taking exports to a record $17.6 billion.

Treasurer Tim Pallas said that the strength of Victoria’s export trade underlines the strength of our economy, which is supporting families, creating jobs and backing Victorian businesses.

“We’re focused on growing trade and attracting investment because we know how important they are for local jobs and increased opportunity.”

Exports of goods and ser vices have increased by almost a third since 2015 with exports jumping a further 13.2% over the past year – the strongest growth among the states.

Growing export markets builds the economy and creates jobs and an additional

26,300 Victorians were employed in July 2024, raising total employment to a record 3.7 million.

More than 850,000 new jobs have been created since 2014.

Victoria’s business investment also grew by more than 9% in the year to March 2024 – the second largest increase of the states and more than 2% above the national growth.

The strong trade data reaffirms the importance of international exports to the state. Victoria is the Education State and international education is our largest export.

Victoria holds 30% of the national market share of international student enrolments.

As our largest export, international students generated $14.8 billion in export revenue in 2023, supporting around 63,000 local jobs.

McCallum CEO calls time “It Ends With Us” at The Rex after decade of leadership MCCALLUM Disability Services Incorporated (McCallum), a leading provider of disability support services, has announced that Mr. Tyrone McCuskey, CEO, will be stepping down from his role effective end of January 2025.

Mr. McCuskey has been a pillar of leadership for over a decade, steering the organisation through times of significant growth, transformation and challenge.

Under Tyrone’s leadership, McCallum has expanded its range and type of services, enhanced its community impact, and achieved numerous milestones in our mission to provide exceptional support to individuals with disabilities.

His dedication and vision have profoundly shaped our organisation, creating a legacy of compassion and excellence.

During his tenure, Tyrone was instrumental in the development of new home builds, facilitated the organisation’s entry into the National Disability Insurance Scheme, navigated with care our community during COVID, led the merger with Ballarat Regional

Industries and enhanced key programs and initiatives that have made a significant difference in the lives of those we serve.

His leadership has been marked by an unwavering commitment to our values and a deep understanding of the needs of our community.

Mr. Brett Bryant, Chairman of the Board, expressed gratitude on behalf of the entire organization. “While we are saddened to see Tyrone leave, we are grateful for his remarkable contributions over the past ten years as CEO, and several years prior as a voluntary Board member.

“His vision and leadership have positioned McCallum as a leader in disability support services, and his legacy will continue to influence us. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”

The Board of Directors is working

diligently to ensure a smooth transition and is committed to maintaining the high standards of service and support that McCallum is known for.

The search for a new CEO will begin immediately, and we are confident that our next leader will continue to build upon McCallum’s strong foundations.

Mr. Tyrone McCuskey shared his reflections on his departure.

“It has been an honor and privilege to lead McCallum over such a long period, working alongside such dedicated individuals.

“I am proud of what we have achieved together and am confident that the organisation will continue to thrive.

“I look forward to following McCallum’s future successes and am grateful for the support I have received throughout my tenure.”

THE romantic drama, “It Ends with Us” is The Rex movie this coming weekend – a film adaptation of a best - selling book by the same name by author Colleen Hoover whose novels primarily feature romance and young fiction genres.

“It Ends with Us” revolves around Lily Bloom (Blake Lively) – a woman who has experienced a traumatic childhood - as she moves to Boston to chase a lifelong dream of opening her own flower shop.

A chance meeting with charming neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid (Justin Baldoni) soon sparks an intense connection, but as the two fall deeply in love, she begins to see sides of

Ryle that remind her of her parents' relationship.

When Lily's first love, Atlas Corrigan (Brandon Sklenar) suddenly reenters her life, her relationship with Ryle gets upended, leaving her with an impossible choice.

Alternating between the present and flashbacks, the film addresses the intense emotional issues of domestic violence through Lily and Atlas’s

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history of abuse in their families and then through the connection Lily develops with Ryle.

The film also makes a powerful statement about self-respect.

Breaking the generational cycle of abuse becomes the highpoint of the movie as the storyline draws to its climax.

“It Ends with Us” is an emotional rollercoaster which delivers a powerful message.

“It Ends with Us” (M 130 mins) screens on Saturday 14th September at 8pm, Sunday 15th September at 2pm and Tuesday 17th September at 8pm.

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CHEVALIER is based on a true story.

Joseph Bologne is the illegitimate son of an African slave woman and a wealthy French Plantation owner.

At a young age, Joseph is sent to boarding school in Paris and excels at his studies; music, art, and fencing.

He later becomes a celebrated violinistcomposer and rises to extraordinary heights in French society.

At the Royal court, Queen MarieAntoinette is so impressed after seeing Joseph win a fencing contest, she grants him the title ‘Chevalier’ (French for Knight) de Saint-Georges.

Joseph then becomes a favoured companion of the Queen and is a popular member of the court, but because of his colour, Joseph is resented by his white peers.

But, Joseph attracts the attention of many female suitors and falls

in love with MarieJosephine, an opera singer and wife of Marc-Rene.

Marie- Josephine gives birth to Joseph’s child.

This becomes an embarrassment, and Marc-Rene has Joseph severely beaten.

Embittered by his treatment, Joseph eventually snubs the racisms he has endured at the Royal Court, and becomes an Anti-royalist as the French Revolution begins.

This is a beautiful retelling of a mostly, unknown piece of French history as the actors excel in their roles to give inspiring performances.

Beautiful costumes and designs showcase this true story.

Starring Kelvin Harrison Jr, Samara Weaving, Lucy Boynton, Marton Csokas, Alex Fitzalan, Minnie Driver.

The one public screening takes place on Sunday 15th September at 2pm.

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Charlton 100 Years Ago: 10th – 13th September 1924 Cookery Centre Good progress is being made with the new cookery building in the School grounds, in spite of a fortnight’s delay caused by the difficulty in securing a bricklayer.

The framework has been completed, and the brickwork is in progress.

The roof will go on this week, and the bricklayer will finish his part of the job by the middle of next week.

It is expected that the work will be finished in about a month.

The new cookery centre will have ample ventilation.

There will be some 27 wall and ceiling ventilators, besides 9 large windows, with fanlights over the windows and doors.

The contractor is Mr C. Rowlands.

Birthday Party The Ladies’ Sewing Circle of the Methodist

Church meets every week with the objective in view of raising funds to build a new Kindergarten Hall.

A special function, in the form of a birthday party was held, and invitations were widely issued.

Those invited each received a little bag, the idea being that they should place therein one penny for every year of their lives.

The result was most encouraging.

The evening was very enjoyable, the programme comprising games, competitions, and musical items.

A very fine threetier birthday cake was provided by Miss Edna Curnow.

The financial result (something over £15) was eminently satisfactory.

New Tennis Courts A subject of vital importance to the welfare of tennis in Charlton was brought up at the annual meeting.

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by Charlton Golden Grains Museum This related to the necessity for the provision of up-to -date concrete courts.

It was the unanimous feeling that the present courts – one of which is of asphalt, and the other of earth – were quite inadequate to meet the needs of the tennis-loving community.

It was resolved that efforts be made to raise funds. It was decided that debentures of £5 each, bearing interest at 5 per cent, and repayable by ballot as funds are available, should be issued. £100 was subscribed on the spot.

The proprietor of Melba Pictures has promised a picture night on behalf of the fund. Mr H. G. Barber, jeweller, has offered a trophy to the Club for competition.

£50 Galah Shoot The special meeting of the Gun Club, held at the Vale of Avoca, was the best attended gathering for the year.

It had been suggested the Club should secure an adequate number of galahs for a big open shoot.

It was decided to hold the shoot on 22nd October.

It was resolved that first prize be £30; second £15; and third £5.

It is the first galah shoot in the history of the organisation.

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What was termed “Final Day” under the auspices of the Golf Club, found the course in fine order, thanks to the influence of the recent rain, but impassable roads kept away many visitors.

In the Gentlemen’s Singles the winning card was Mr A. Luth, 91-17-74.

The ladies’ event witnessed the success of Mrs J. Windsor.

A dainty afternoon tea was provided by the lady members.

First Blood in Tug of War Although the contest came so quickly on them, that the Charlton tug-of-war team were fortunate to get off to Ballarat at all, and in spite of the fact that the time for training was so limited, they scored an easy win over the Ballarat City Fire Brigade.

This pleasing news

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Above: 1932 Fire Brigade. (left to right) Back Row: Thompson, Curnow, C. Burton, G. Burton, E. Jenkins, E. Smith, P. Arundell, G. Hudgson, A. Jenkins. Middle row: Dullard, S. Arundell, R. Jenkins, JJ Arundell, E. Retallick, E. Dabron, E. Wilson, T. Travaglia. Front row: W. Clark, V. Brereton, W. Soding. was contained in a wire received in Charlton.

The success of our boys is very gratifying especially as they had not had one pull together before the contest.

The Charlton Fire Brigade was represented by the Captain (Mr J. J. Arundell), the Lieutenant (Mr G. Burton) and the Foreman (Mr A .

Thompson).

Northern Fire Brigades’ Assn

Football

The annual meeting was held at Korong vale.

One of the finest games that has been seen at Wychitella for years was that yielded

by the semi-final of the Gladstone Association, in which the local team and Buckrabanyule were engaged.

Final result:Wychitella, 4-6; Buckrabanyule, 4-1.

Although the game was more of a scramble than an exhibition of football Woosang reached the final of the Senior Competition on

their merits. Woosang 8-13 beat Wycheproof 510.

It may safely be said that Charlton Juniors had a very hard run in the semi-final against Woosang Juniors – harder than they expected. Final Result – Charlton, 5-6; Woosang, 3-3.

(Information from East Charlton Tribune)

St. Arnaud 100 Years Ago: 5th – 11th September 1924 by Pritchard

Heather

Hospital Report for August Patients admitted 59, discharged 51, remaining 34, outpatients 12 and 8 deaths, Michael Cooley, Doreen Abson, Joseph Conway, Elizabeth Stevenson, Dennis Goode, William Pendlebury, John Amy and Harry Greig.

Jack Adams and George Dunlop were made Life Governors in appreciation of their work in connection with last year’s wood bee.

There was a list of 76 names of people who had donated goods to the hospital, including fruit, vegetables, cakes, jams, pickles, books, eggs, cream and fowls.

Juvenile Concert Misses Molly Halfhide and Gladys Edelsten organised a concert in the Church of England Parish Hall in aid of the Chancel Fund.

Some of the children who performed were – Kath Golden, Jean Bray, Bob Wembridge, Rupert Halfhide, Winnie Cherry, Evie, Nancy & Beryl Cooper, Sadie

and Annie Goldsbury, Joyce and Jean L ardner, Marjorie McPhie and Grace Giles.

Donald Show Attendance was down due the miserable weather with £109 taken at the gate.

Locals who won prizes – Dyke Bros 1st x 4 2nd x 8, E G Bath 1st x 2, 2nd x 2, merino sheep A C Wemyss 1st x 4, 2nd x 4, poultry V Dunlop 1st x 2, 2nd x 3 and Bert Cecini 2nd for bantam cock.

Judges – cattle A J Mackay [Coonooer Bridge], Marino sheep T C Guthrie [Avon Plains], fat stock Jas Crone [St. Arnaud], flowers Mr F Beyer [St. Arnaud] and miscellaneous Mrs J Hodgson [Cope Cope].

Court Alfred Bodinnar fined £3 for riding a motor bicycle in Napier St at a speed dangerous to the public.

Edward Ryan fined £5/5/- for playing an unlawful game viz Spinning Jinny on the Show Grounds at Donald.

Birth At Nurse Peters Private Hospital on 7th September to Mr and Mrs A J Preece nee Lily Langdon, a daughter.

Death Mr Augustus George Brewer of McMahon St, died age 61.

He was born in Dunolly and when a lad came to St. Arnaud with his parents.

He moved to Mirboo North and later married Elizabeth Hill, then returned to St. Arnaud seventeen years ago.

He leaves a widow, a son Augustus age 10 years and a daughter Helen age 16 years.

Council Elections Cr Charles Gardiner was sworn in as Mayor with an allowance of £50 and Cr Chas Pilgrim was elected Shire President with an allowance of £40.

Promotion Mr M O’Connell accountant at the Bank of New South Wales for the past eighteen months has been promoted to manager of the Murrayville branch.

He was vice-president of the St Patrick’s Tennis Club and secretary of the St. Arnaud Golf Club.

Coates and G Oxley jun joined the competition at 300 yards which was won by W Morrison 48, followed

by J Clarke 47 and G Oxley jun 46.

Lost Mrs Stringer of the Racecourse Hotel offers £1 reward for the return of seven heifers and eight calves.

Weather Steady rain over several days resulted in 66 points.

St. Arnaud 50 Years Ago: September 1974 - by Heather Pritchard

Engagements Sheree Mullins and Robert Oxley.

Joanne Burgess and Robert Evans.

Weddings Joy McEwan and Peter Rinaldi.

Lynette Casey and Robert Amos.

Traynors Lagoon Rifle Club

21st Birthdays

Three former members R Cossens, L

Pat and Bigmore.

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THE Nationals’ Member for Lowan and Shadow Minister for Agriculture, Emma Kealy, has hit out at the Allan Victorian Government for trying to slip through consultation on the VNI West project during local government elections.

VNI West is a proposed high-capacity double-circuit overhead transmission line that will cut across prime agricultural land in Victoria’s north-west, forming a conduit between NSW and the Western Renewables Link project at Bulgana.

Project managers have applied to the Essential Ser vices Commission for an electricity transmission licence, and the commission yesterday announced that a public consultation period would run until 21st October, one week before local council elections.

VNI West has been met with fierce opposi-

Above: Member for Lowan and Shadow Minister for Agriculture, Emma Kealy. tion since it was first announced in 2022, with farmers even rallying with machinery in Melbourne’s CBD last year to urge the government to look at alternatives.

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“This is just another example of Labor failing to listen to communities and trying to stealthily push through consultation when locals’ focus is elsewhere,” she said.

“Just this week we found out Labor failed to engage with our community about the Joel Joel battery project, which was rushed through the planning process in just nine weeks.

“Make no mistake, the timing of the VNI West consultation is another deliberate tactic to stifle local voices.

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food on our tables and clothes on our backs – and yet they continue to be treated with contempt by this government.

“Building new power lines is unnecessary and expensive, and Labor should instead by looking at the Victorian Energy Policy Centre’s proposal to upgrade existing lines to help unlock renewables, rather than trampling through our communities and our livelihoods.

“Labor cannot manage projects and cannot be trusted, and it’s our communities who will pay the price.”

Ms Kealy urged residents to visit engage.vic.gov.au/transmission-company-victor ia-pty-ltd-electricitytransmission-licence to lodge a submission or register for one of two online forums on 19th September and 8th October.

www.forestspringsmerinos.com BJ & TE Dean 96 Frampton Road, Joel Joel, VIC 3384 Flock No.1465 - Poll Merino Stud Phone: (03) 5356 9147 Mobile: 0407 054 342 Email: forestsprings@activ8.net.au Brucellosis Accredited & Approved OJD Vaccinates

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THE Australian wool market has recorded a small overall increase in this series.

The first day of selling buyer activity was subdued, with sale results mixed across microns and centres.

The movements in the individual Micron Price Guides (MPGs) for merino fleece ranged between plus 15 and minus 19 cents, varied results in the other sectors resulted in the benchmark AWEX Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) falling by one cent for the day.

This was the fifth consecutive selling day where the EMI dropped.

A weaker Australian dollar meant the fall was larger in USD terms, the EMI dropped by 7 US cents to 732 US cents.

The second day of selling was in complete contrast to the first.

Buyer sentiment was buoyant, and bidding was noticeably stronger.

By the end of the day the movements for the merino f leece MPGs ranged between unchanged and plus 26 cents, only the 17.5-micron MPG in the North falling (by 10 cents).

The EMI ended its downward run, adding 5 cents for the day.

This rise pushed the EMI into positive territory for the week, the EMI closed 4 cents higher at 1,091 cents.

This was just the second weekly rise in the EMI for the current season.

With the finer microns recording larger falls than the medium to broad microns over the last few months, the differentials between microns has continually reduced.

This is best displayed by comparing the 17- and 21micron MPGs in the South.

National Offering Centre North South South NZ West Total

Week 10 10 10 10

Days 3, 4 Sept 3, 4 Sept 3, 4 Sept 3, 4 Sept

Offering 8,692 16,193 1,307 4,281 30,473

Future Offerings Week 11

10, 11 Sept

Source - AWEX

32,354

The current difference in these MPGs is 368 cents.

If we go back 12 months these MPGs were trading at 1,767 cents and 1,277 cents respectively, a difference of 490 cents.

Wet weather continues to disrupt shearing in the West, limiting quantity, Fremantle will only require one-day of selling.

Despite this the national offering is expected to rise slightly, there are currently 33,830 bales on offer.

Melbourne Ind. 1067M unch.

16.5 1699 -3 17 1613 -6 17.5 1558 +21 18 1459 +11 18.5 1392 +19 19 1338 +4 19.5 1309 -4 20 1275 -16 21 1245 -8 22 1235 -16 23 24 25 668n +3 26 565 0 28 375 0 30 330 -8 32 267 -10 MC 655n +1

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In The Paddock • Dam Sinking, Enlarging & Cleaning • Land Levelling and Filling • Land Clearing, Driveways etc.

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Long time buyer spends more for the top at the Kerrilyn sale than last year KERRILYN Merino & Poll Stud Held its OnProperty Ram Sale last Friday 6th September.

The property is 15 km from Dunolly, 25 km from Maryborough and 31km from Avoca.

There were 42 Merino Rams up for sale which included 27 poll and 15 horn.

CLOVER VALLEY WHITE SUFFOLKS On Property Ram Auction Monday, 23rd September 2024 80 rams on offer 760 Stuart Mill Low Rd, Stuart Mill 3477 Inspection from 11am, Auction from 1pm BBQ lunch and refreshments provided, Reg WS 806 Ovine Brucellosis Free Accredited and Gudair Vaccinated

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Contact:Brad Medlyn 0407 530 164 E: bjandnjmedlyn@gmail.com Selling agent: AWN Horsham Ph: 03 5358 9121 E: horsham@awn.net

The selling system was a Helmsman sale with 26 registered buyers.

Kerrilyn sold 30 rams out of a selection of 42 at an average of $1,583, which was slightly higher than last year.

Brandon Lanfranchi from Mount Hooghly was the highest bidder on Lot 4 for $3,500.

This poll merino ram had a CV 13.1 and micron 19.1 which Brandon thought was the best ram up for sale with nice style wool.

Long time buyer at Kerrilyn, Brandon paid $500 more this year than last year and he was also the highest bidder.

The second highest ram sold for $3,200 was Lot 6 which had a CV 17.6 and micron 18.7.

Above: Kerrilyn Merino and Poll Merino Stud principal Norm Weir with buyer Brandon Lanfranchi, Adam Millard (Elders District Wool Manager, Bendigo) and Tim Hill (Elders Avoca) display Lot 4 ram that made $3,500.

Brandon also won an Elders esky for being the top buyer.

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@ Banavie

Thursday 19th, Sept.

Oakbank Merino

Thursday 19th, Sept.

Wallaloo Park Merino

Thursday 19th, Sept.

Glendemar MPM

Friday 27th, Sept.

RAM SALES Sohnic Merino

Friday 13th, Sept. Sale @ 1pm (Inspections @ Bretton Estate from 9.30am)

Oakbank Merino

Wednesday 25th, Sept. Sale @ 1pm (Inspections from 9.00am)

Wallaloo Park Merino

Thursday 26th, Sept. Sale @ 1pm (Inspection from 9.00am)

Charinga, Banavie Merino

Monday 30th, Sept. Sale @ 1pm

& Gowandale

(Inspections @ Charinga from 9.00am)

Glendemar MPM

Wednesday 2nd, Oct. Sale @ 1pm (Inspections from 9.00am)

Nutrien Contacts: Nick Farley (Nutrien Stud Stock)

0427 529 335

Steven Chalmers (Nutrien Stud Stock)

Damian Drum Daniel Gifford David Preston St. Arnaud Office Stawell Office

0427 908 831 0428 952 284 0439 616 908 0408 149 113 (03) 5495 1722 (03) 5358 2100

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Facing tough conditions? Don’t go it alone DON’T go through it alone. Agriculture Victoria is encouraging farmers to take up ongoing support and assistance to help manage current difficult seasonal conditions.

Agriculture Victoria’s Aimee McCutcheon said Agriculture Victoria continues to monitor conditions across the state.

“We know there’s

been below average rainfall across most of Victoria during autumn and winter and that it’s a critical time for cropping, livestock and dairy production.

Victoria beginning to recover from Avian Flu outbreak AGRICULTURE Victoria has confirmed an affected farm has started restocking poultry and officials have begun to scale back quarantine operations after two months with no positive detections of the disease.

The housing requirement for poultry within the control areas surrounding Meredith (Golden Plains Shire) and Terang (Corangamite Shire) has been lifted although the housing requirement remains within the restricted areas at Meredith and Terang.

As no further cases of avian influenza have been detected in

Victoria since 24th June, these changes take Victoria one step closer to being free from the high pathogenicity avian influenza virus.

A comprehensive disease monitoring program remains in place in the restricted and control areas.

Early detection helps to stop the disease spreading beyond restricted areas.

“It’s important that farmers know that support is available to them to help make early and informed decisions”.

Ms McCutcheon said the Agriculture Victoria website explains what support is available to farmers, including financial support and assistance, mental health and wellbeing support.

“One example is the Australian Government’s Farm Household Allowance which is a fortnightly payment for eligible farmers.

“Our website also provides access to other organisations that can help, such as the free services from the Rural Financial Counselling Services and the National Centre for Farmer Health”.

Ms McCutcheon said Agriculture Victoria offers extensive practical information, resources, tools and calculators to help farmers with forward planning, feed budgeting and livestock management.

“All these free resources are available online 24 hours a day, or

you can speak with staff at your local office.”

Visit the Agriculture Victoria website at agriculture.vic.gov.au for more information plus details of events coming

up in your region or online.

For information on technical support, contact Agriculture Victoria on 136 186 or email recovery@agriculture.vic.gov.au

Nutrien Harcourts Real Estate team Sharlene Bertalli: 0447 952 320 Damian Drum: 0428 952 284 13-19 Napier Street, St. Arnaud

Cattle/Mixed Farming - Approx 580 acres Highly productive and profitable property.

Property consists of: Intensive grow-out piggery business with long-term contract in place. 2,600 pig shed capacity.

12mth old 15,000litre slurry tank. Permit to build a 2nd shed. Only 10kms from a feed mill.

Piped water runs through property.

Cattle yards as new that hold 250 head. 80% cattle proof boundary fencing replaced 12 months ago. 2 stand shearing shed still in use.

PRIVATE SALE Make an offer! - Contact: Dale 0438 863 377

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MEETINGS

FOR SALE

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EMPLOYMENT POSITION VACANT I’m looking for someone to join our “work family” as a receptionist / PA in my legal office.

You need to have good skills with Word and be capable at finding your way around computer software and web applications.

Your day will involve taking phone calls, being pleasant to clients (everyone actually!), dealing with government organisations, filing, scanning, writing letters, running errands (banking, post office etc) and learning the conveyancing and estate process to help the other staff.

I will teach you the “why”, show you the “how” and give you the independence to “make it happen”!

Personality-wise, you need to have a good sense of humour (ie: laugh at my jokes), be happy, enjoy helping people and work well with others.

Hours can be arranged with the right person to fit in with the others in the office, 2 to 4 days a week. It’s also a bonus if you can do extra days or hours to cover holidays or sick days of other staff.

If you’re interested in seeing if you fit in our office, please drop in your application and CV to the office or email karen@klp.net.au by 5pm Monday 30 September.

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To be held at Senior Citizens Club Rooms.

Wednesday 11th September at 1.30pm.

All positions vacant.

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FOR SALE Rotary Club of St. Arnaud Traditional Rum & Brandy Fruit Cakes

$20 available at North Central News and Apex Service Station St. Arnaud.

Wednesday, 25th September 2024

BIRTH

at the Sports Stadium, St. Arnaud at 7:00pm.

Ferguson - Garton

All Welcome.

Scott, Ashlee and Edwina welcome with love a beautiful baby boy

St. Arnaud & District Orchid Society

Percy Drew Ferguson

Meeting Sunday 15th September 2024 1pm for 1.30pm start

Karen Lee Probst, Solicitor 116 Napier Street, St Arnaud 3478 Ph 03 5495 2595

Calendars

Guest Speaker: Grahame Jago

Born 8th August, 2024 Weighing 8lb, 7ozs. at Bendigo Health.

A little playmate for Edwina

Catholic Parish Centre, On the corner of Queen’s Ave and Alma St.

VEHICLE FOR SALE

Job Vacancies Campus Negotiable • Director of Clinical Services • Vehicle Compliance/Maintenance Officer • Compliance/Maintenance Officer • Planned Activity Group Assistant • Occupational Therapist • Podiatrist Charlton • Chef Donald • Food and Domestic Service Assistant St Arnaud • Associate Nurse Unit Manager • Registered Nurse • Quality and Risk Officer • Enrolled Nurse • Food and Domestic Service Assistant Wycheproof • Enrolled Nurse • Registered Nurse Further information available at: https://ewhs.org.au/careers

• 2019 MAZDA CX9 AZAMI LE - Top of the range, immaculate inside and out, genuine low kms - 18,600. Packed with genuine Mazda accessories, as new tyres.

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Another grandchild to love and cuddle for Greg and Angela Garton, Helen and Andrew (dec.) Ferguson and great granny to Audrey Horsfall.

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Self Storage

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•7 DAYS ACCESS •BUSINESS STOCK •LONG OR SHORT TERM STORAGE AVAILABLE

Hayley:

0409 337 276, Luke:

0458 885 266 St. Arnaud Serenity Storage

Solicitor 116 Napier St., St. Arnaud

Practical, experienced advice in plain English Appointments also available in Charlton, Donald & Wycheproof

Ph: 5495 2595 Karen@klp.net.au

Nicola Kirk Physiotherapist Over 17 years experience Open Mon to Fri 63 Napier Street, ST. ARNAUD

0400 451 432 or 5495 1108

Sunday 15th September ST. ARNAUD 9.30 am Peter Welsh PARISH OFFICE Chris & Rob Batters Pastorial Co-ordinators Enquiries 5495 6223

ST. ARNAUD CHURCH OF CHRIST Cnr. Queens Ave & Alma St. Looking to Jesus Thurs. 12th September 10.30 a.m.: Faith Group Sun. 15th September 10.30 a.m.: Worship & Communion Speaker: Norma Hunt Tues. 17th September 4.00 p.m.: Discovery Club Enquiries: Brian Eccles Ph: 0429 485 621 ANGLICAN PARISH OF ST. ARNAUD Christ Church Old Cathedral Friday 13th September 9.30am Morning Prayer St. Arnaud 9.30am Every Sunday Eucharist Bealiba 8am 2nd/4th Sunday All Welcome Rev. Peter Downes Enquiries phone: 0412 957 383

DISTRICT CATHOLIC CHURCHES East Wimmera Parish Sunday September 15th 8.30am Mass BOORT

Sunday September 15th 10.30am

Top of the Town Beauty Salon

Live Stream in BANYENA - No Mass CHARLTON

For all your Hair and Beauty NEEDS

Sunday September 15th 10.30am

Saturday August 14th 7.00pm Mass DONALD

Ph: 5495 1306

Live Stream out to churches without Mass ST.ARNAUD

~ OPEN ~ Monday to Friday

Sunday September 15th 10.30am

Colours, Perms, Unisex Cuts, Waxing, Teeth Whitening, Brow Wax & Tinting, Tanning etc. .

110 Napier St., St. Arnaud

URGENT! All membership to be renewed

by Friday, 13th September 2024 MEMBERSHIP ELECTION VOTING Opens: Monday, 25th November Closes: Friday, 6th December Enquiries: Colin Coates 0427 693 329

Wedderburn Historical Engine & Machinery Rally 14th/15th September 2024 Engine Park, Racecourse Road WEDDERBURN Gates open at 9am Adults $5, school children free (Cash only).

Complimentary Tea and onsite camping for exhibitors.

Engines, tractors, cars, shearing, machinery, patchwork and craft.

FULL CATERING ALL DAY Enquiries to Trevor 0427 583 341 or Lois 0438 915 278 Supported by the Loddon Shire

Live Stream in Parish Coordinator: Noeline Hogan 0476 617 976

NOMINATIONS for the Victorian local council elections this October opened on Monday 9th September.

Candidate information will be progressively made available on the VEC website from that date, check individual council election pages at vec.vic.gov.au/voting/2024-localcouncil-elections and see details below.

Finding out who has nominated Candidates for each council will be updated progressively on the VEC website during the nomination period, from Monday 9th September until 12 noon Tuesday 17th September.

The list will be updated twice daily each weekday during the nomination period.

No nominations will be taken over the weekend.

Accessing the final list of candidates Following the close of nominations each council’s election manager will conduct a ballot draw on Wednesday 18th September for each election to determine the order that candidates’ names will appear on the ballot paper.

This final list of candidates, in ballot paper order, will be available on the VEC website late Wednesday afternoon.

Candidate contact information Contact details for candidates provided for public use will be available on the VEC website as candidates are listed during the nomination period.

A list will also be posted at the end of the day at each council’s election office.

Candidate questionnaires and statements Candidates have the option of completing a questionnaire to allow voters to compare candidates’ experience.

Answers, where provided, will be available on the VEC website from Wednesday 18th September.

Candidate statements and photographs, where provided, will be available online Wednesday 18th September.

KELL FUNERALS Victorians could see an increased Est 1860

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NAFD Member

Birthday wishes to: September 11th Patricia Arrowsmith Fletcher Douglas September 12th Charlie Ferguson Amelia Morris September 14th Alex Evans

September 15th Barry Batters Braiden Box Joe Griffith Jenna-Rose Greene Justin Tillig September 17th Sophie Male (21st)

Live Stream in WYCHEPROOF

Sunday September 15th 10.30am

Accessing candidate information for the 2024 Victorian local council elections

Coonooer Bridge Wind Farm is pleased to announce the commencement of the Community Grants Program for 2024.

The grant program is offering financial support to eligible groups to encourage and support projects that benefit residents.

Grant funding up to $25,000 will be allocated to projects that contribute to the social, economic, and environmental sustainability of the community around the wind farm.

Applications open 1st September and close 30th September 2024.

Please visit www.coonooerbridgewindfarm.com.au for details including the community grant guidelines and application forms.

For further information please contact us via our website or call 1800 940 360.

risk of fire in the far west and southwest this spring AFTER a drier-than average autumn and winter, Victoria’s far west and southwest are facing an increased fire risk leading into summer, according to the Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for Spring, released last week.

Countr y Fire Authority Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said that Victorians can expect an earlier start to the fire season in the southwest and western areas due to a drier than average first half of the year.

“CFA crews across the state are prepared to protect their communities once again.

“Our brigades are continuously working very closely with their communities and our interagency partners to prepare for the high-risk weather season.

“Fire safety is a shared responsibility between fire services and Victorians, so we urge people to begin preparing their family and property for the upcoming fire season.”

There is a high chance that the bushfire season will start early in these regions, which extends through the Wimmera, Grampians National Park and the Mallee.

In these areas, a substantial increase in dead and dry plant material within forests will make it easier for fires to start and spread.

Across the state, Victorians can expect an average rainfall outlook, and a warmer than average spring, which is likely to lead to drier than normal conditions.

The fire risk potential for the remaining parts of the state is assessed to be normal, noting that there is a chance that the bushfire season may also begin earlier in areas dominated by drier forests, woodlands and grasslands.

E m e r g e n c y M a n a g e m e n t Commissioner Rick Nugent said it is important to prepare now for the potential for fires by ensuring you understand your fire risk, and that you know what to do in case of an emergency.

“Create your fire plan and talk with your family about what you will do in

case of a fire.

“Always have multiple sources of emergency information.

“Download the VicEmergency app and tune in to your local emergency broadcaster.”

Emergency services remain well prepared for emerging risks associated with the potential for an earlier start to the fire season and will continue to monitor conditions to identify ke y risk areas leading into the summer period.

The Outlook for Spring is developed by the Australasian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council (AFAC) and supported by the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) along with state and territory fire and land managers.

It’s important for communities to understand their local risks.

Keep up to date with the Fire Danger Ratings on the VicEmergency app and VicEmergency website: https://emergency .vic.gov.au/news-andmedia/victorians-could -see-an-increased-riskof-fire-in-the-far-west-a nd-southwest-this

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The 2024 Inter-hotels’ Pool Comp Grand-final • From page 16.

Final frame of the first round saw the player judged the most improved for this season, the Club’s Will Jackson, doing battle with Ben Medlyn and after Will executed another good break but didn’t follow up Ben opened the scoring with a pot in the baulk corner then another in the opposite corner.

After Will had opened his account with a nice corner pot there was a series of set-ups and safety attempts as both players strived to secure the advantage.

With both players now down to three balls they each had their chances, firstly Ben, who missed the easiest of his trio that allowed Will to pot one in the corner and set up his penultimate.

Ben was only able to clear his two remaining balls to a better position then Will potted his penultimate only to snooker himself on his last but he managed to extricate himself from that predicament.

Ben potted his easy ball but looked on in despair as his shot on the final ball sent the cue ball in-off leaving Will with a gift of the standard ballin-hand penalty for an easy shot on his final ball

and the black.

Country Club Two 3 Farmers’ Arms 1 Grant opened proceedings in Round Two by sinking one ball off the break then potting one in each top corner before going in-off with the cue ball.

Leigh, facilitated by the ball-in-hand penalty, potted two in succession before missing then both players potted one and missed before Grant blasted one at the baulk corner pocket with such ferocity that it bounced clear and the cacophonous report was sufficient to awaken the Welsh wizard from the spell that appeared to be blighting him and he brandished his magic cue to pot four balls in rapid succession then dispatched his last ball into a centre pocket, thereby leaving himself an easy shot on the black and thus bringing his combat with Grant to a state of equilibrium.

Country Club Two 3 Farmers’ Arms One 2 Hayden broke in his next encounter with Harley, another fair break but once again he was unable to follow it up.

Harley potted one then missed, Hayden did likewise then both players repeated that

performance on their next visits to the baize.

They then executed a series of missed pots and setups until it was left to Harley to ameliorate the impasse when he produced a great double for a corner pot but Hayden was not to be outdone and retaliated by potting one in the centre and setting up another in the baulk corner however Harley counterattacked by potting his setup penultimate ball and doubling his final ball out into the open.

Hayden missed with his next attempt but has all four remaining balls judiciously positioned however Harley flirted teasingly with the black when he potted his final ball, placing it in such a position that an in-off disaster would have been the most likely conclusion had he attempted to pot it but the catastrophe was to be all Haydens as the cue ball went in-off on his next shot leaving Harley an easy black.

Country Club Two 4 Farmers’ Arms One 2 Jake broke in the ensuing encounter with Geoff and it was to be a frame of two fragments as Geoff provided some prodigious pool perfection to be down to just

two balls while his opponent was confronted by six.

Jake however recovered to pot two balls before Geoff retaliated by potting his penultimate ball in the corner then his final ball in the same pocket but only succeeded in snookering himself on the black.

He managed to extricate himself from this position, only to leave the black ball resting on the cushion and this allowed Jake in to pot two more balls before Geoff doubled the black in to the centre of the table.

Jake was to miss on his last ball, leaving Geoff an easy shot on the black but, as he was lining up the shot a mobile phone nearby began chirping harmoniously.

Geoff paused and glanced towards the location of the offending instrument and announced that he thought that f#$%+^* mobile phones were to be switched off.

The spectators and players, by now proportionately vociferous according to the amount of hydration sustained, became deathly silent to the point that one could hear the kangaroos grazing on the nearby fairways.

Geoff then returned his attention to the baize and potted the black only to be informed immediately that the offending marvel of modern science was indeed his!

The ensuing uproar of laughter and the bemused expression on the Batlow Battler’s countenance will be etched forever into pool competition history.

Country Club Two 4 Farmers’ Arms One 3 The final frame of the second round began with Ben potting four balls after having executed a fair opening break and both players attempted set-ups before Will got on the board with a corner pot.

The set-up attempts continued until Ben fouled when he failed to ensure that an object ball contacted the cushion and from the penalty Will was able to dispatch two balls then set one up in the corner, leaving him four on the table while Ben is down to two.

Ben potted his penultimate ball but a crucial miss on the last allowed Will to clean up his final balls, the finest shot in this break being a superlative fine cut into the centre to leave him suitably positioned on the black.

Country Club Two 5

Farmers’ Arms One 3 With three of the singles contests now concluded only one frame was required in the third round between the tied combatants, Leigh and Grant.

Leigh, aware that his team was now on the wood, won the toss, elected to break and followed up by potting two balls.

Grant potted one in the corner but missed a shot that may well have opened the door for Leigh to clean up but he only dismissed one ball before an uncharacteristic miss let Grant off the hook then to exacerbate this occurrence he was to accidentally pot one of Grant’s balls on his next visit to the baize.

Grant failed to capitalize on this golden opportunity for fame however and the wizardry suddenly rematerialized in the Welsh Wizard’s cue as he potted his final three balls and the black to keep his side alive and force the match to the doubles.

Country Club Two 5 Farmers’ Arms One 4 There was a brief hiatus in proceedings as hydration levels were topped up, more of the magnificent supper was consumed and the teams agonized over their dou-

bles combinations, eventually deciding that it would be Harley and Jake for the Country Club against Leigh and Ben for the Farmers.

The match began sensationally when Harley broke with such force that the pack exploded, two balls scuttled into the pocket, the white ball launched from the table to almost achieve low-earth orbit and the peacefully grazing wildlife must surely have stampeded on hearing the cacophony.

Order was eventually restored to the table, the re-break was executed and Leigh was able to open the scoring by potting two balls but Jake missed a relatively easy pot.

Ben then did likewise but nobody in the packed auditorium was prepared for what was to ensue as Harley Durward morphed into a Harley-Davidson without a patched biker on his back and roared relentlessly around the table potting one ball after another before a magnificent application on the black ball brought the Grand Final to a stunning conclusion, the Rollers and Floggers triumphant by six games to four.

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North Central Hockey Association Presentation Night THE competition for the title of "Best and Fairest" in the Underage female category was exceptionally close throughout the voting process.

Beau Haslam (Birchip Watchem), Madeleine L anyon (Sea Lake Nandaly Tigers), and Amali Fitzpatrick (Charlton) were consistently within close range at both the 9-game and 15game leaderboards.

In the final rounds of the season, Beau and Madeleine continued to perform strongly, culminating in both players finishing the season with 34 votes each, thereby earning the joint title

Above: Jnr Goalkeeper – Ali-Jane Thompson.

of ‘Best and Fairest’.

Both coaches lauded their players' determination, eagerness to learn, and consistent performance in both training and matches, underscoring their deserving of this accolade.

Underage male In the Underage male category, the competition was fiercely contested among some of the top-aged players in the league.

At the midway point, Austin Lowe (St. Arnaud) led with 31 votes, ahead of Jack Batters (St. Arnaud) and Baylee Pearse (Donald), who were tied at 22 votes.

They were closely followed by Jake O’Flaherty (Boort) and Murphy Fitzpatrick (Charlton).

By the conclusion of round 15, Baylee, Jake, and Murphy were separated by just four votes, with Baylee leading.

Despite Austin L owe’s maximum votes in the final three games, he was unable to surpass Baylee Pearse, who ultimately secured the ‘Best and Fairest’ title by 2 votes.

Coach Glenn Pearse commended Baylee for his dedication to training, skill development, and leadership, which significantly contributed to his team reaching the finals.

Women

Above: Trainee Umpire – Nathan Hendry.

The Women’s vote count was similarly competitive, reflecting the season's intensity.

At the end of round 9, Kathryn Durie (Sea Lake Nandaly Tigers) held a narrow lead over Brylea Knight (St. Arnaud) and the previous year’s winner, Elise Fitzpatrick (Charlton).

By the end of round

15, K athr yn Durie remained in the lead, but Samantha Giorlando (WycheproofNarraport), Elise Fitzpatrick, and Brylea Knight were all within three votes of Kathryn.

In the final rounds, only Elise Fitzpatrick secured maximum votes in one game, while the others received minor votes.

Ultimately, the top five players were separated by fewer than six votes, with Elise Fitzpatrick finishing with 48 votes and Brylea Knight with 47 votes.

Coaches praised the players for their exceptional skills, their ability to share knowledge with teammates, and their leadership both on and off the field.

Men The Men’s Best and Fairest title was highly contested, particularly with the absence of eight-time champion Andrew Niblett for most of the season.

By round 9, Henry Bourke (Charlton) and Russell Marland were tied with 18 votes, with Harry Malone (Boort), Aidan Goode (St. Arnaud), and Lincoln Westerland (St. Arnaud) trailing by a vote.

By round 15, Harry Malone led by the narrowest of margins over Henry Bourke, with Marcus Williamson (WycheproofNarraport) joining the contention alongside Lincoln and Aidan.

In the final rounds, both Harry and Henry only received minor votes, allowing Henry Bourke to reclaim the lead and win by a single vote over Harry Malone.

Both players have

- Contributed been recognized as integral members of their clubs, exemplary role models, and sources of inspiration.

The Awards Evening also featured the NCHA ‘Team of the Year’.

Nominations and voting for each position on the team were conducted by the leadership groups of all clubs, fostering significant discussion at the club level and adding depth to the award proceedings.

The event, hosted

by Charlton Hockey Club, was attended by nearly 120 members.

Men’s Team of the Year: • Goalkeeper: Greg Boyd (B) • Defenders: Jake Boyd (B), Henr y Bourke (C), Alexander Bourchier (D), Lincoln Westerland (D) • Midfielders: Marcus Williamson (WN), Luke Slatter (B), Aidan Goode (D) • Attackers: Declan Anderson (WN), Evan Douglas (SA), Harry Malone (B) • Interchange: Blake Slatter (B), Henr y Bourchier (D), Jacob Moresi (WN) • Coach: Aidan Goode (D) • Captain: Henr y Bourke (C) • Umpires: Corey Harrison (WN), Kathryn Durie (SLNT) Women’s Team of the Year: • Goalkeeper: Sophie Male (SA) • Defenders: Nicola Kirk (SA), Br ylea Knight (SA), Lauren Hawkes (D), Samantha Giorlando (WN) • Midfielders: K athr yn Velleley (SLNT), Chelsea Challis-Broad (B), Kate Gifford (SA) • Attackers: Elise Fitzpatrick (C), Ella L anyon (SLNT), Xanthe Fitzpatrick (C) • Interchange: Bridie Casey (B), Sarah Botheras (WN), Trinity Cooper (D) • Coach: Xanthe Fitzpatrick (C) • Captain: Kathryn Velleley (SLNT) • Umpires: Corey Harrison (WN), James Paley (D)

Above: Men’s Best and Fairest Henry Bourke (winner), Michelle Hargreaves (Life Member) and Harry Malone (runner-up).

Above: Women’s Best and Fairest left to right: Brylea Knight (runner-up), Leanne Gretgrix (Life Member) and Elise Fitzpatrick (winner). for his successful accreditation and performance at JCC, and his selection to umpire at the association’s finals.

Harry Malone from Boort was honoured with the NCHA Junior Champion Award for his contributions to coaching the Underage team, his involvement in umpiring indoor and Women’s competitions, and the role model he is for both his team and his peers.

Kate Gifford was awarded the NCHA Senior Champion Award for her enthusiasm and commitment to promoting and developing hockey and

Above: Underage male Best and Fairest Baylee Pearse and Je-Anne McVicar-Williams (Charlton & District Community Bank). coaching within the association.

The camaraderie among association members was evident

during the Awards Night, which celebrated the mutual appreciation and respect between teams and individuals.

Other awards

Above: Jnr Champion Harry Malone and Snr Champion and Kate Gifford.

Additionally, four other awards were presented to recognize the dedication and achievements of NCHA members.

Ali-Jane Thompson from Sea Lake Nandaly Tigers won the Junior Goalkeeper Award for her outstanding performance in the Underage and Women’s competitions and her participation in the Emerging Talent Academy.

Nathan Hendry from St. Arnaud received the Trainee Umpire Award

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Charlton Netball Club presentation evening THE Charlton Netball Club held its annual vote count and presentation evening on Saturday, August 24 with players and volunteers honoured for their individual performances throughout the 2024 season.

Along with worthy award recipients, two new Life Members Julie Roberts and Michelle Jenkyn were inducted into the netball club, as well as valuable volunteers recognised for their service throughout the season.

Award winners were as follows:

14 & Under: Rookie of the year, Rosie Fitzpatrick; Most Determined, Sophie Roberts; Best Team Player, Stella Nicolson; and Most Improved, Marley McGurk.

17 & Under: Best and Fairest, Isabel Soulsby; Runner-up, Elise Fitzpatrick; Most Consistent, Emmy Nelson; and Coaches award, Annie Olive.

C Grade: Above: 14 & Under winners (left to right) Rookie of the Year Rosie Fitzpatrick, Most Determined Sophie Roberts, Best Team Player Stella Nicolson and Most Improved Marley McGurk.

Best and Fairest, Abby Mulquiny; Runners-up, Dayne Bartlett and Jac Leslie; Coaches Award and Players Choice Award, Zoe Carney.

- Contributed

B Grade: Best and Fairest, Lily Campbell; Runner-up, Tessa Sexton; Most Consistent, Liz Riley; and Players’ Choice Award, Holly Thompson.

A Grade: Lucy Fitzpatrick Best and Fairest, Kate Burton; Runner-up, Claudia Lee; Best Contributor, Kirsty McKenzie; Most Improved, Chloe Walsh; and Players’ Choice Award, Megan Bruns.

Charlton Netball Club’s Claire McGrath Best Club Person Award went to Hayley Soulsby.

Charlton Netball Club’s Life Membership was awarded to Julie Roberts and Michelle Jenkyn.

The Charlton Netball Club would like to thank all those involved this year, particularly its valued sponsors and wish its A grade team the best of luck for the rest of the finals.

Charlton Croquet AUGUST has been a busy month for the Charlton - Contributed Croquet Club.

Above: (left to right) John Young, Richard Parks, Phil Hensman, Rachel Cousins and June Liddy.

Above: (left to right) S. Nicholls, V. Richardson, K. Cullen, R. Lee, B. Hollier and L. Munro.

Teddington Reservoir Fishing COMPETITION Two was held on the 7th and 8th of September at Teddington Reservoir.

- Contributed Five men, 4 ladies and 2 juniors from the St. Arnaud Angling Club fished and camped over the weekend.

Riley Burke caught the only fish for the weekend, a 40cm redfin. Riley won Biggest Fish.

St. Arnaud men’s golf results ON Saturday in near perfect conditions only 3 of the 17 golfers played to their handicaps.

- Contributed Possible explantations include last week’s tournament hangover or the pool competition premiership hangover.

Well done to our golfing pool players.

Winner in A grade was the grandfather of golf John Nevill with 83/13/70 from Tubby Drendel and Peter Martin on 72 net.

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In B grade Trevor Stewart had the best score of the day on 86/17/69 from Ernie Scilini on 94/24/70.

Bill Knights upset a Lanyon clean sweep of the nearest pins with his shot on 6th.

Jenny Lanyon took out the 8th and David had the 10th and 18th.

Next week is the local footy grand final so there will be golf on Sunday as well for those who want it.

On Sat. 17th Aug. seven players participated in the Murray Valley Round Robin held at Boort.

We played in cool, windy conditions with the main shower occurring at the lunch break.

In both Association Croquet (AC) and Golf Croquet (GC) a play off was required.

Four Charlton players were involved.

In AC Anne Kenny was nearest the peg while in GC Moira Sheahan finished closer than Francie Stahl.

On 24th and 25th August Divisions 2, 3 and 4 played their tournament.

Once again the weather was not so kind especially on Sunday when the wind blew a gale and there was a short period of hail.

Players came from Belmont, Brighton, Colac, Deniliquin, Horsham, Howlong Golf Resort, Quarry Hill, Rich River, Ringwood and Swan Hill.

The winners were: Division 2 Kerry Cullen (Colac), Runner-up Butch Hollier (Belmont); Division 3 Lois Munro (Swan Hill), R/U Roger Lee (Brighton); Division 4 Sue Nicholls (Horsham), R/U Veronica Richardson (Howlong Golf Resort).

The winner of the Best Break Trophy for Divisions 3 and 4 was Roger Lee. As Charlton is in office for the Murray Valley Croquet Association (MVCA) it was our turn to hold the annual Golf Croquet Tournament.

The weather was still unkind with strong winds.

Players came from Dimboola, Golden Square, Horsham, Howlong Golf Resort, Mooroopna, Red Cliffs, Swan Hill, Williamstown and Wodonga.

The winners were: Division 1 Richard Parks ( Wi l l i a m s t o w n ) , Ru n n e r- u p J o h n Yo u n g (Mooroopna); Division 2 Phil Hensman (Red Cliffs), R/U Michael McLean (Golden Square); Division 3 Rachel Cousins (Horsham), R/U June Liddy (Horsham).

Maryborough Castlemaine District Football League Preliminary Finals Seniors Sat 7 Sept Natte Bealiba 16.14 110 Harcourt 8.5 53

Sun 8 Sept Trentham 15.11 101 Lexton 3.5 23

Reserves Sat 7 Sept Harcourt 18.7 115 Talbot 5.6 36

Sun 8 Sept Natte Bealiba 5.7 37 Carisbrook 7.5 47

Above: 17 & Under - Best & Fairest Winner: Isabel Soulsby (left), and Runner Up: Elise Fitzpatrick.

Left: A Grade winners (left to right) Lucy Fitzpatrick Best & Fairest Winner Kate Burton, Runner Up Claudia Lee, Best Contributor Kirsty McKenzie, Most Improved Chloe Walsh & Players Choice Award Megan Bruns.

Above: B Grade winners (left to right) Best & Fairest Winner Lily Campbell, Runner Up Tessa Sexton, Most Consistent Liz Riley and Players Choice Award Holly Thompson.

Right: Coaches Award & Players Choice Award Zoe Carney.

Above: Charlton Netball Club Life Membership Award: Julie Roberts (second from the left) with family members.

Right: 17 & Under Most Consistent Emmy Nelson & Coaches Award Annie Olive (left).

Above: C Grade Best & Fairest Winner Abby Mulquiny, Runner Up Dayne Bartlett.

Above: Jennie McGrath presented the Claire McGrath Best Club Person Award to Hayley Soulsby (right).

Above: Charlton Netball Club Life Membership Award: Michelle Jenkyn (centre) with family members.

Left: NetSetGo Team and coaches Rachael Smyth and Holly Thompson.

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North Central Hockey Association Preliminary final results Under 12 Birchip Watchem initiated the first offensive of the game, with Oscar Sharp and Denly Tyler demonstrating exceptional skill, outmanoeuvring several Charlton players to advance the ball into the circle, resulting in a short corner.

Charlton's goalkeeper cleared the ball with a kick, and Toby Bourke swiftly removed it from the circle.

The Bulls quickly regained their attacking momentum as Archie

Tyler intercepted the ball at midfield, skilfully navigated past Charlton's defenders, and slotted the ball to the left of the goalkeeper to secure the opening goal.

Denly Tyler also sought to extend the lead, but Isaac Roberts and Toby Bourke effectively neutralized his forward movements.

Birchip Watchem maintained their aggressive approach into the second half, creating additional opportunities through Archie Tyler

and Frankie McClelland.

Charlton's defensive line, bolstered by the addition of Grace Morghem, held firm, denying several deep attacks within the D. The Bulls were awarded three consecutive short corners, with Archie Tyler capitalizing on the third to extend their lead to 2-0.

The remainder of the match saw a strong defensive effort from both teams, with much of the play concentrated in midfield and no further goals scored.

Final Score: Birchip Watchem 2 – Charlton 0 Goals Birchip Watchem: Archie Tyler 2 Best for Birchip Watchem – Denly Tyler, Archie Tyler, Frankie McClelland Best for Charlton: Grace Morghem, Isaac Roberts, Toby Bourke Umpires: Bridie Casey and Brenton Henderson

Underage Charlton was awarded a short corner within the first two minutes of play, followed by two

Above: Saints’ Brylea Knight (right) tries to break through Charlton’s wall of defence of (left to right) Annie Olive, Jess White, Tessa Fitzpatrick and Poppy Fitzpatrick in the women’s hockey Preminary Final on Saturday at Charlton.

additional opportunities, but they were unable to capitalize on any of them.

The ball advanced as far as the 25-yard line before being returned to Charlton's defensive D. Donald responded with a high aerial pass, creating another short corner for Charlton.

Despite passing the ball around, Charlton lost their advantage, and Donald quickly counterattacked, generating their own shot on goal.

It wasn’t until the final five minutes of the first half that Donald earned a short corner of their own.

A flurry of attacks ensued, with five attempts on goal thwarted by the Navies' defenders, before Rhys Gahan eventually kicked the ball clear of the D. Amali played a key role in defence, clearing the ball further downfield, enabling Charlton to mount an attack.

Charlton's forward momentum was halted outside the D, allowing Donald to regain possession and create space for a swift return into their attacking D. Baylee Pearse sent the ball into the D, where it was deflected into the air by a defender's stick, allowing Oakley

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SENIORS

SEA LAKE-NANDALY. WEDDERBURN...........

3.2 0.2

6.3 2.3

10.5 11. 6 (72) 2.7 5.10 (40)

Goals for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Jackson McMahon 5, Thomas Cox 2, Tyson McKenzie 2, Bryce Delmenico, Chase Tait.

For Wedderburn: Oscar Holt 2, Louis Holt, Darcy Jackson, Junior Miller.

Best for Sea Lake- Nandaly: Wade Donnan, Jackson McMahon, Jack Poulton, Max Cahoon, Thomas Cox, Jai Wright.

For Wedderburn: Hamish Lockhart, Danny Benaim, Joe Lockhart, Jordan Hargreaves, Darcy Jackson.

RESERVES

SEA LAKE-NANDALY. BOORT ........................

4.3 3.1

4.4 6.1

9.6 10.9 (69) 7.4 8.5 (53)

Goals for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Joel Clohesy 2, Billy Poulton 2, Felix Warne 2, Wayne Landry, Cruz O’Sullivan, Zachary Wemyss, Nathan Wight.

For Boort: Alex Cockerell 3, Frasier Holland 3, Chris O’Rourke, Harry Weaver.

Best for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Cooper Allan, Joel Clohesy, Wayne Landry, Felix Warne, Zachary Wemyss, Isaac Durie.

For Boort: Alex Cockerell, Fraser Millar, Harry Weaver, Cameron Ross, Jack Dowling, Mitch Buchanan.

UNDER-SEVENTEENS

SEA LAKE-NANDALY. BOORT ........................

2.1 3.0

3.4 6.1

7.6 7.3

9.7 (61) 8.6 (54)

Goals for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Ethan Ellis 5, Hugo Warne 2 Jacob Cox, Cruz O’Sullivan.

For Boort: Lachlan Hall 3, Cooper Gooding 2, Samuel McClelland 2, Brodie McPherson.

Best for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Cruz O’Sullivan, Brayden Allan, Judd Durie, Ethan Ellis, Chad O’Sullivan, Jet Newick.

For Boort: Lachlan Hall, Jackson Bird, Brodie Arnold, Harold Malone, Cooper Gooding, Samual Toose.

UNDER-FOURTEENS

BOORT ........................

DONALD......................

2.0 0.1

4.0 1.1

6.3 1.1

6.8 (44) 1.1 (7)

Goals for Boort: Brodie McPherson 3, Harry Clapp, Connor McNally, Darby Perryman.

For Donald: Daniel Cooper.

Best for Boort: Jacob Malone, Tristan Broad, Noah Howe, Chaise Hird, Connor McNally, Cooper Gould.

For Donald: Myles Hollis, Daniel Cooper, Ryan Needs, Oakley Brennan, Nullah Clapham, Jack Reilly.

HOCKEY

Women: St. Arnaud 2 d. Charlton 1.

Best for St. Arnaud: Sophie Male, Brylea Knight, Nicola Kirk.

Best for Charlton: Xanthe Fitzpatrick, Tessa Fitzpatrick, Jessica White.

Men: Wyche.-Narraport 3 d. Boort 1.

Best for Wyche.-Narraport: Padraic Eccles, Nick Rowley, Declan Anderson.

Best for Boort: Finn Poxon, Zac Poxon, Harry Malone.

Underage: Donald 2 d. Charlton 0.

Best for Donald: Baylee Pearse, Oakley Brennan, Bayley Cumming.

Best for Charlton: Murphy Fitzpatrick, Tully Bourke, Amali Fitzpatrick.

Under-12: Birchip-Watchem 2 d. Charlton 0.

Best for Birchip-Watchem: Denly Tyler, Archie Tyler, Frankie McClelland.

Best for Charlton: Grace Morghem, Isaac Roberts, Toby Bourke.

NETBALL

“A” grade: Charlton 57 d. Boort 36.

Better players for Charlton: Chloe Walsh & Megan Bruns.

For Boort: Roxy Train & Georgia Haw. “B” grade: Birchip-Watchem 36 d. Nullawil 33.

Better players for Birchip-Watchem: Zali Angel, Eva Coffey, Sandie Richmond & Meghan Noonan. For Nullawil: Stephanie Cooper, Holly Fawcett, Mackenzie Smith.

“C” grade: Nullawil 35 d. Sea Lake-Nandaly 33.

Better players for Nullawil: Regan Kelly, Verity Rafter.

For Sea Lake-Nandaly: Lauren Donnan, Emily Weir.

“C” grade reserves: Nullawil 51 d. Birchip-Wat. 14 Better players for Nullawil: Caitlin Keane.

For Birchip-Wat.: Ella Walsh Under-17 “A”: Nullawil 43 d. St Arnaud 28.

Better players for Nullawil: Gracie Humphreys, Lily Humphreys.

For St Arnaud: Ava Wilson.Under-14 “A”: Birchip-Wat. 19 d.

Sea Lake-Nan 13.

Better players for Birchip-Watchem: Asha Lee. For Sea Lake-Nan: Prue O’Sullivan.

Under-14 “B”: St Arnaud 23 d. Donald 10.

Better players for St Arnaud: all players.

Donald: all players.

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Brennan to execute a baseball-style hit to score the first goal.

Charlton, eager to respond, quickly pushed the ball into their attack but were denied by Brady Cumming, who cleared it to the centre line.

Undeterred, Charlton's persistence was rewarded with a penalty corner midway through the second half, though goalkeeper Charlotte Bicket successfully cleared the ball from the D. A pass from Navaeh Pearse into Donald’s D was picked up by a Donald attacker and swiftly relayed to Oakley Brennan, who added to his goal tally with a wellplaced shot just inside the left post.

Charlton pressed forward again, delivering a precise pass across the D to Murphy Fitzpatrick, who skilfully manoeuvred around three players to earn another short corner.

Despite being awarded three more short corners in the final five minutes, Charlton was unable to reduce Donald's lead.

Final score: Donald 2 – Charlton 0 Goals for Donald: Oakley Brennan 2 Best Donald: Baylee Pearse, Oakley Brennan, Bayley Cumming Best Charlton: Murphy Fitzpatrick, Tully Bourke, Amali Fitzpatrick Umpires: Jacob Moresi, Corey Harrison

Women Charlton began the match with possession and immediately displayed their aggressiveness, earning a short corner within the first two minutes.

Tessa Fitzpatrick's shot narrowly missed, hitting the outside of the goal.

Charlton then secured another short corner, but the attempt was deflected off a stick and landed on top of the net.

St. Arnaud quickly responded with a pass from Kate Gifford to Brylea Knight at the center line, who made a run down the pitch into the D. Her shot on goal was deflected by Addison Wright's stick, sending the ball into the net for the opening score.

Some poor tackling from both sides led to each team losing a player temporarily to the bench.

In the second quarter, Charlton pressed hard for an equalizer, with Tessa Fitzpatrick proving to be a key playmaker, creating several short corners.

One injection to Fitzpatrick was passed left to Kelly Wright, whose shot was promptly kicked away by goalkeeper Sophie Male.

It took nearly half the quarter for St. Arnaud to break into their D, but Kate Gifford's shot went wide, allowing Charlton to regain the initiative.

With two minutes remaining, Charlton was awarded a short corner, and Jo Southcombe capitalized, scoring a crucial goal to equalize just 10 seconds before the quarter ended.

Sophie Male, St Arnaud’s goalkeeper, continued to frustrate Charlton with her strong defensive play.

Both teams showed signs of fatigue as they resorted to attempting long passes through a congested field, rather than employing strategic short passes.

A defensive clearance

by Kate Gifford bounced over several Charlton sticks and was picked up

by Jenny Bibby, who passed to Addison Wright, retrieved the ball, and, after a scramble in front of the goal, increased St Arnaud's lead to 2-1.

Charlton responded swiftly, moving the ball back into their attacking end, but the shot struck the side of the goal.

Xanthe Fitzpatrick was dispossessed outside the D by Kate Gifford, but Gifford's pass was intercepted, and the ball returned to Charlton's D. Charlton then earned three consecutive penalty corners, but all were denied, including a high ball cleared behind the goalkeeper by Nicola Kirk.

Charlton dominated possession in the fourth quarter and had multiple opportunities as St. Arnaud lost players due to infringements on two occasions.

Despite the pressure, St. Arnaud's defence held firm, successfully repelling Charlton's attacks and preserving their 2-1 lead until the final whistle.

Final score: St Arnaud 2 – Charlton 1 Goals St. Arnaud: Addison Wright, Jenny Bibby Goal Charlton: Jo Southcombe Best St Arnaud: Sophie Male, Brylea Knight, Nicola Kirk Best Charlton: Xanthe Fitzpatrick, Tessa Fitzpatrick, Jessica White Umpires: Kathryn Durie and Aaron Foy

Mens Final score: Wycheproof-Narraport 3 – Boort 1 Goals WycheproofNarraport: Angus Connolly, Steve Giorlando, Corey Harrison Goal Boort: Zac Poxon Best WycheproofNarraport: Padraic Eccles, Nick Rowley, Declan Anderson Best Boort: Finn Poxon, Zac Poxon, Harry Malone Umpires: Aaron Foy, James Paley

Saints set for Premiership tilt ST. ARNAUD Football Club’s Under 17’s side will be looking to go one better in 2024, as they set themselves for a tilt at Premiership Glory.

Th e y c o m e u p against a Sea Lake Nandaly side, which has won its way through its First Semi, and then Preliminary Final, knocking the reigning premiers out in straight sets along the way.

The Saints and Tigers have met twice throughout the 2024 season so far, with the Saints taking the chocolates in round 7, by 18 points, and the Tigers returning the favour in Round 16, by 5 points.

In the earlier clash, it was Owen Lowe who led the way for the Saints, with solid assistance from the likes of Chase Zander, Kynan To r n e y, Fr a n k i e Donald, Ryan Bigmore and George Gorrie.

On that occasion, Judd Durie, Cruz O’Sullivan, Callum Mott and Brayden Allan were the best for

- Contributed the Tigers.

Later on in Round 16, Owen Lowe again stood tall for the Saints, with Austin Lowe, Aidan Wickham, Ben G r e e n a w a y, Jackson Needs and Bob Donald also among the better players, and for the Tigers, Scott Barbar y, Jet Newick, Cruz O’Sullivan and Taj Borlase performed well.

The Saints earned their way into the Grand Final, with their 19 point win over the reigning premiers, while the Tigers 7 point victory over that same side, afforded them the opportunity.

In defence the Saints will be looking at the likes of Ryan Bigmore, Ky n a n To r n e y, Hamish Darby, Fraser Burke and Talan Berryman to hold up the fort,

Above: The Saints’ Under 17’s are ready to challenge Sea Lake Nandaly Tigers on Saturday in the Grand Final at Donald on Saturday.

- Photo Tara Lowe. meanwhile it’ll be the likes of George Gorrie, Austin Lowe, Jackson Needs and Aidan Wi c k h a m w h o t h e Saints will be looking for, to send the ball flying through the big sticks.

In what will be quite an entertaining midfield battle, the Saints will be looking for Chase Zander to continue his brilliant run of form and give first use to midfielders, in Frankie Donald, Ben Greenaway, and

Owen Lowe.

Coach Harley Durward has had his boys working hard all season, just for the opportunity which now presents itself.

The St. Arnaud Football Club would like to invite all members, and supporters of all codes up to Lord Nelson Park tomorrow (Thursday) evening to watch on, as the Saints complete their final training session.

Free BBQ to follow.

We would also like to invite all Saints

North Central Netball Association Preliminary final results 14 & Under B St. Arnaud v Donald Play was fairly contested in the first quarter four to one St. Arnaud’s way.

All players needed to find their space and steady their passes.

St. Arnaud was able to do this enabling them to extend their lead in the second quarter.

Donald matched St. Arnaud’s goals in the third but unfortunately for them, St. Arnaud pulled away in the fourth.

Well done to all players today.

You all put in a great effort.

Be proud of yourselves.

Final scores St. Arnaud 23 Donald 10 Better players: All players (St. Arnaud) All players (Donald)

14 & Under A Birchip-Watchem v SeaLake Nandaly A tough match today but it just didn’t go SLNT’s way.

Birchip-Watchem were dominant in the first quarter taking a five-goal lead.

Both teams were fighting hard for possession.

Some careless errors by both teams

lost control at vital points on the court.

A few rushed shots at goal during the fourth and SLNT converted five to Birchip-Watchem’s 2, but it wasn’t enough for them to take the win.

Final scores: Birchip-Watchem 19 SLNT 13 Better Players: Asha (BW), Prue (SLNT)

17 & Under A Nullawil v St. Arnaud Both teams played some sound netball throughout this game.

Defence players for Nullawil, Gracie, Lily S, Georgia and St. Arnaud’s Scarlett and Ava were particularly strong throughout this game and as a result both teams were able to turnover the ball on several occasions.

St. Arnaud’s Centre, Ada worked the ball with skill on the ring.

Both teams were consistent with goalto-goal scoring, but a slightly unusual fourth quarter saw St. Arnaud scoreless.

This was a game which was contested well and with more consistency could have come closer final score.

Some great skill on the court today, but

unfortunately for St. Arnaud, it was Nullawil’s day!

Fi n a l scores: Nullawil 43 St. Arnaud 28 Better players: Gracie H and Lily H (Nullawil) Ava (St. Arnaud)

C Reserve Nullawil v BirchipWatchem Final scores: Nullawil 51 Birchip Watchem 14 Better players: Caitlin (Nullawil), Ella (BW)

C Grade Nullawil v Sea Lake Nandaly Final scores: Nullawil 35 SLNT 33 Better players: Regan Kelly and Verity Raf ter (Nullawil), Lauren Donnan and Emily Weir (SLNT)

B Grade Birchip-Watchem v Nullawil The final quarter was goal for goal right down to the final minutes with B i r c h i p - Wa t c h e m sneaking ahead by three goals.

Final scores: BW 36 Nullawil 33 Better players: Zali, Eva, Sandie and Meghan (BirchipWatchem), Stephanie, Holly and Mackenzie (Nullawil)

A Grade Boort v Charlton Charlton has earned its spot in the Grand Final with a convincing 21 goal win over Boort.

After going down in last week’s match against Wedderburn, Boort were under no disillusion today’s match against Charlton was going to be tough.

Not shying away from the tough battle, Boort’s Roxy Train had a tough gig against Charlton’s impressive shooter, Chloe Walsh.

Walsh dominated in goals the entire game.

Charlton defenders were quick to put hands on Boort’s rebounds passing the ball on to the waiting Isabel S and Kirsty to get it back down to their end to convert.

Charlton capitalised on turnovers retaining their lead the entire game.

The final term was destined to be a battle with Charlton playing their best netball when driven by passion and emotion.

Final scores: Boort 36 Charlton 57 Umpires Best on Court: Chloe Walsh and Megan Bruns (Charlton), Roxy Train and Georgia Haw (Boort)

across all codes to join us at the Sheep Pavilion this Saturday evening from 5:30 /6pm onwards, for a FREE BBQ to celebrate the Day, win lose or draw!

The St. Arnaud Football Club would also like to extend their best wishes to the 14 & Under B Netballers, Under 12’s H o c ke y, U n d e r a g e Hockey, and Womens Hockey sides, who are also competing in their respective Grand Finals.

We would encourage all Saints to come along, and cheer on the Red White and Blue this Saturday!

Saints Grand Final schedule 8am - 14 & Under B Netball 10:55am - Under 17 Football 11:30am - Under 12 Hockey 12:30pm - Underage Hockey 1:40pm - Womens Hockey.

Town Hall.

Junior Presentations take place from 3pm, with our Special Presentations (such as Clubperson o f t h e Ye a r, L i f e Membership, Hall of Fame etc) kicking off at 6pm, along with a Meal.

Senior Presentations to follow.

We will be debuting a brand new award towards the end of the night, and its set to be one that’s extremely well revered among the playing group.

It’s a family friendly event, and we invite everyone to join along.

The Dress code from 6pm onwards is Semi Formal.

Tickets (if you’re having a meal) are $40, no tickets are required if you’re not having a meal, but we’d appreciate a RSVP, so we know you’re coming!

Contact your club representatives with your RSVP, either Jamie Torney (Footy Seniors), Brett Kay (Footy Juniors), Torri Tillig (Netball), or Erin Dohrmann (Hockey).

Ti c ke t s c a n b e purchased from the following link:https://www.trybooking.com/CVBWJ

Presentation night Presentation Night is set to take place in a couple of weeks’ time, Saturday September 21, at the St. Arnaud

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The 2024 Inter-hotels’ Pool Comp Grand-final THE Grand Final of this year’s Inter-Hotel’s Pool Competition was played on Wednesday, 4th September, once again at the Country Club and, while the match lacked the crescendo of tension that accompanied last year’s amazing comeback victory the gathered throng of spectators was treated to an enthralling exhibition of superior quality pool in the match between last year’s runners-up Farmers’ Arms One and the Country Club Two. It was probably fitting that this year’s David Harvey Shield winner, Farmers’ Arms captain Leigh Watkins, should win the coin toss and elect to break in his opening frame against Grant Doyle.

It was a fair break but he didn’t follow it up however Grant was to get the Club’s campaign off to an inauspicious start by potting the white ball on his first visit to the baize.

He was to redeem himself however when, after Leigh only potted one ball and set another up he proceeded to pot one in the centre then a succession of pots saw three disappear into two corner pockets.

When Leigh missed

again Grant potted his remaining colours but a double on the black stopped just short of the centre after three trips across the table, this allowed Leigh to pot a ball then put a blocker between the black and the pocket but Grant produced a magnificent shot to send the black rocketing into a baulk corner pocket.

First blood to the Country Club.

Country Club Two 1 Farmers’ Arms One 0 Club captain Harley Durward broke in the next frame against Hayden Perr y and three balls were to go down but he was unable to follow up on this and Hayden was to open the scoring

- by Bob Wooley in the centre.

Harley could only play for relative safety but Hayden was able to counter with an excellent cannon into one baulk corner then quickly buried two more in the adjacent corner.

With Harley still confronted by five balls while Hayden has only two remaining he twice doubled to snooker Hayden and on both occasions Hayden failed to extricate himself.

With both players now each with two balls remaining they played safety over the next three visits but it was to be Hayden who broke the deadlock by potting his penultimate

Above: The 2024 pool premiers left to right Will Jackson, Harley Durward, Jake Male, Grant Doyle. colour which left his last difficult.

Harley seized upon this opportunity by potting his penultimate then produced an excellent long shot to dispose of his final ball and leave himself with a relatively easy black.

Country Club Two 2 Farmers’ Arms One 0 It was time now for the Farmers’ Arms’ wily

veteran, Geoff Watts, to strut his stuff against the Club’s young bull, Jake Male but after Geoff broke and then followed up by potting one ball both players missed a series of gettable shots with a couple of pots thrown in until Jake was seemingly in control of the frame, down to one ball while Geoff was con-

Another win for “Terror Eyes”

out into the open and that allowed Geoff to commence his next visit with an excellent cannon to pot one of his awkward balls, set the other up then clear the table.

The Farmers’ boys were on the board.

Country Club Two 2 Farmers’ Arms One 1

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THE New Zealand bred pacer “Terror Eyes” added another win to his tally when he was successful at Ballarat on Thursday.

From the eight starts the pacer has had for Kooreh trainers Shaun and Jason McNaulty he has now won 3 times and been placed second on two occasions.

The 6yo gelding is by the NZ sire “Terror To Love” who before standing at stud had won 31 races and earned in excess of $2.3m in prizemoney with wins in both Au s t r a l i a a n d h i s home country.

“Super Code” won at Mildura for Charlton trainer Zac Steenhuis at only its second start for the stable following on

fronted by five.

He got one in the centre but failed an attempt to cover the black ball which was sitting enticingly over a pocket however Jake butchered his attempt on a set-up ball.

Geoff was only able to set up two of his balls at his next visit but Jake could do no more than push his final ball

at Donald, Saturday, Sept. 14

9.30 a.m.: Under-14s, Sea Lake-Nan. v. Boort 10.55 a.m.: Under-17s, St Arnaud v. Sea Lake-Nan. 12.35 p.m.: Reserves, Nullawil v. Sea Lake-Nandaly 2.30 p.m.: Seniors, Birchip-Wat. v. Sea Lake-Nan.

Inside running

by Archie

HOCKEY —

from a second placing the previous Friday.

The 4yo gelding had previously been trained by Margaret Lee at Ecklin South.

The Charlton training centre’s newest member Luke Dunne also tasted success at Mildura winning the last race on the programme with “All Da Rage” for Red Cliffs trainer Andrew German.

Luke had driven a

Above: “Terror Eyes” not only won 1st prize in its race at Ballarat on Thursday but also collected the VHRC members bonus for its connections.

(L to R) Grace Munro and her brother Sam, James Herbertson, Chelsea Dickson and Shaun McNaulty. Photo: Victorian Harness Racing Club. second and a third earlier in the day.

There was no good luck for the 3yo “Prioritise” at Port Pirie on Saturday night.

Part owned by Bob Egan the lightly raced gelding had won three in a row at Mildura before making the 467k trip into South Australia.

After two false starts the Naomi Kerr trained son of “Bettors Delight” was caught three wide for the entire 1609m of the race before finishing a gallant second behind a locally trained runner who after having a cold sit on the leader throughout the event had utilised the sprint

lane as its path to victory.

Bendigo races tonight with the Kurraca bred trotter “Daisy Bouchea” going for a hat trick of wins in race 2 for Stawell trainer Jason Ainsworth before Denis and Elise McIntyre’s “Captain Pins” starts from barrier 8 in race 5 at 7.33.

11.30 a.m.: Under-12, St Arnaud v. Birchip-Wat. 12.30 p.m.: Underage, St Arnaud v. Donald 1.40 p.m.: Women, Wyche.-N’port v. St Arnaud 3.15 p.m.: Men, Donald v. Wyche.-Narraport

NETBALL —

8.00 a.m.: 14-&-U “B”, Birchip-Wat. v. St Arnaud 9.00 a.m.: 14-&-U “A”, Donald v. Birchip-Wat. 10.00 a.m.: 17-&-U “A”, Birchip-Wat. v. Nullawil 11.10 a.m.: “C” Reserve, Sea Lake-Nan. v. Nullawil 12.30 p.m.: “C” grade, Boort v. Nullawil 1.50 p.m.: “B” grade, Wedderburn v. Birchip-Wat. 3.15 p.m.: “A” grade, Wedderburn v. Charlton

Gates open at 7 a.m.. Admittance $15 (inc. GST) EFTPOS available at the gate for entry and recorders.

NO B.Y.O. Alcohol

A great day of family entertainment, with comprehensive catering facilities available.

• Limited car parking for the disabled.

Lance Standfield, N.-C.F.L..