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Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas THIS is what Christmas is all about. In Napier Street on a Saturday morning before Christmas there was Music, singing and a little bit of fun.
Above: (left) the St. Arnaud Community Choir entertains outside Mulligan’s Music in Napier Street to the beat from the St. Arnaud Citizens Brass Band (right) to the delight of passers-by and shoppers.
Council approves permit for another Music Festival in Carapooee
A planning permit which incorporates increased security and litter collection has passed in the December meeting of the Northern Grampians Shire Council (NGSC) for the Wild Horses Music Festival in March next year.
Above: A google street view of the property at 4799 Sunraysia Highway where the all-weather road will be constructed. It will commence at the wide driveway entrance and diverge north-west to the site. Below: Satellite photo of the new access road running from the entrance to Sunraysia Highway property.
Access will be via private property on the Sunraysia Highway. The festival will be run between Friday 25th and Sunday 27th March 2022. The permit was opposed by two Councillors, Cr. Murray Emerson and Cr. Rob Haswell. The motion to grant the permit was moved by Cr Eddy Ostarcevic and seconded by Cr Kevin Erwin with discussion involving whether a music festival was the type of event that this shire should be promoting. Lower capped numbers
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Cr Ostarcevic outlined that this was the latest of 3 previous music festivals that had been called the Babylon Festivals that had been capped at 6,000 individuals, but that this festival would be limited to 2,000. Cr Ostarcevic believed that the additional trade for businesses in St. Arnaud, as well as the income for the Stuart Mill Progress Association who will be once again providing food, is significant. As well the festival organisers employ elec-
tricians and carpenters locally. Concern about bad behaviour Cr Emerson said that as a ex-policeman he did not agree that law enforcement was sufficient to curb the bad behaviour and the drug taking that goes on at these festivals. “If something goes wrong it falls back on this Council and then the MAV who are the insurers”. Cr Emerson did not agree that the economic benefit was sufficiently broad to be of sufficient benefit and that the biggest benefit would go to the operators of the festival. New All-weather Road The festival will involve the creation of an all-weather road on private land that converges with the property of 99 Torney Road at its western end. Also involved will be the removal of vegetation to construct the road. The CFA proposed the alternative access road due to concerns over the width and capacity of Torney Road to accommodate traffic to and from the site.
The proposal is for a 6 metre access road and an agreement has been made on the details and design of the road which will be 830 metres long. • Cont. page 3.
REMINDER Don’t forget – the St. Arnaud Christmas Procession is this Friday night and will commence at 7pm.
Closure of Napier Street Napier Street will be closed from Inkerman to Mill Street from 5.30 pm to 10.30 pm.
One more NCN to go for the year! Next week, Wednesday 22nd December will be the last issue of the North Central News for 2021. It’s time to get your Season’s Greetings advertisements in. Deadline for display advertising is 5pm Friday, 17th December. The first issue in 2022 will be Wednesday 26th January.
Editorial Is honesty in politics even possible? When a UK Prime Minister gets fired from his first job as a journalist for making up quotes and then as a politician he is fired from the Tory frontbench for lying to his leader and further during the anti-BREXIT campaign that gave Boris Johnson his huge boost in popularity, the same PM, Boris Johnson, was known for his ‘fabrications of the truth’, these facts add to what we know about politics and we ask ‘is is even possible for a politician to be honest’. This same UK Prime Minister has said to have unlawfully shut down parliament to escape democratic scrutiny and like the former US President Donald Trump tells blatant falsehoods whenever it suits him. One fact-checker in the US details that Trump told 13,000 lies or misleading claims in the first two years of office. An American research study looked into this issue and had their prediction confirmed that dishonesty is present in the majority of political candidates. They also found that those candidates that had promised the most were the most likely to break those promises when elected. The study also looked at why lying was so prevalent on the campaign trail. It is a paradox that we, the electors, assert that what we want in our politicians is honesty and yet greater numbers of us vote for those that are not. Perhaps this is a lesson in how we should be challenging the untruths of candidates and then more broadly, increasing and improving transparency in the system to ensure more honesty in our parliament. What we need is more fact-checking and greater transparency in campaign finances and therefore that the former Attorney General Christian Porter fell from grace because he would not divulge his financial backers in the civil case against the ABC, is incredibly important. We try exceptionally hard to keep our politicians honest when they become politicians, but often do not understand that they were dishonest in the first place. Sometimes we find that when a politician retires he becomes more virtuous and honest and espouses some of the same truths that we all have for and about our leaders. It is pleasing to see therefore that Meg Lees former leader of the Democrats, John Hewson former Liberal Party leader and the former Labor heavy weight P Barry Jones have all joined the Advisory Council on Climate 200, aiming to ‘keep the bastards honest’. This gives us hope for mankind’s innate goodness but desperation for the political system as a whole. The wave of anti-democratic movements that is currently enveloping the globe is part of the reason why dishonest politicians are elected in the first place. The bottom line is however, if all people were honest then there would be no need for politicians.
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COVID Updates and Developments Victorian statistics There were 1,189 new cases of COVID tested in the 24 hours to Tuesday morning with 6 deaths. Tests .. 54,467 Hospitalisations .. 364 which is up 41 ICU .. 80 which is an increase of 3 and 44 on ventilators. There are 11,051 active cases in Victoria. There are 24 active cases in Northern Grampians Shire, one of which is in the 3478 postcode, but no new cases. There is 1 active case in Buloke and no new cases.
Borders reopening Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt has reassured Australians that international borders remain on track to reopen later this week. Mr Hunt said students and skilled
labour would be allowed into the country from today We d n e s d a y, 15th December.
Booster shots bought forward The discovery of Omicron has led t o t h e Au s t r a l i a n Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation shortening the length of recommended time between second doses and boosters to five months to provide better protection against the virus.
Omicron Mr Hunt said that although it was too s o o n t o m a ke t o o many predictions about the Omicron variant, that international evidence makes him “cautiously optimistic” that the Omicron coronavirus variant is indeed milder than other strains.
Childrens Hospital Poll Having the COVID19 vaccine available at the local GP and through clinics on-site at schools will have a large influence on uptake for children aged five to 11, as Australian parents note easy access, familiarity and convenience as key factors in their decision-making. In a Royal Childrens Hospital
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK Being honest may not get you a lot of friends but it will always get you the right ones. - John Lennon
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Council approves permit for another Music Festival in Carapooee • From page 1 Modifications will be required to the access alignment to ensure that there is no impact on the DELWP pipe track located at the western boundary of the festival site. The new road will ensure that Torney Road will be available for the sole use of emergency vehicles.
Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas ...
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(Above and right) And the fun... these three dressed up as what we were not sure. According to them the reason for their costumes had a lot to do with the fact that it was Saturday.
Community invited to take action on St. Arnaud Tourism THE St. Arnaud community is being called upon to participate in a tourism survey that will form the basis of Northern Grampians Shire Council’s St. Arnaud Tourism Action Plan. The survey opened on 10th December 2021 and helps identify the vision and aspirations of community members for tourism in St. Arnaud for the next five years. Council has appointed DTM Tourism, a consultancy specialising in tourism business mentoring, to lead the engagement process. The firm has already commenced an initial polling of key tourism industry s t a ke h o l d e r s a n d undertaken site visits to several tourism assets. The survey is the next step in the community engagement process. The need for an action plan was identified by the community in the St. Arnaud Community Plan 2020-30 driven by the Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan and council Vision. Desired outcomes of the St. Arnaud Tourism Action Plan are: • To grow the tourism economy across the shire • To e s t a b l i s h a shared vision of the visitor economy and enable the coordinated delivering of key actions
• To increase the competitiveness of St Arnaud as a visitor destination and enable strong promotion, levering off existing opportunities • To grow jobs and visitor spend in Northern Grampians • To unlock and facilitate opportunities for private sector investment in the tourism offering. Northern Grampians Shire Council (NGSC) M a y o r, C r To n y Driscoll encourages everyone in St. Arnaud and surrounds to participate in the community engagement process. “As a St. Arnaud based councillor, I know how passionate this community is about their township and I anticipate that many residents will want to have their say in this survey. “Council relies heavily on your input to ensure that we provide what you want for your town’s tourism so please hop online and give us your thoughts or call in to customer service for a hard copy of the survey. “When complete, we hope this process will meld the views of St. Arnaud business operators and the community and put everyone on the one path to building a
strong and competitive visitor offering and burgeoning tourist economy” Cr Driscoll said. Further information and the survey is
available at www.ng shire.vic.gov.au/StArn audTourism and paper copies of the survey are available from customer service or the library in St. Arnaud. The sur vey will close on 10th January 2022.
Napier Street crossing lights to remain COUNCILLOR Ostarcevic at the last meeting of the Northern Grampians Shire Council (NGSC) on 6th December, spoke of a discussion by the SCAN group and the general consensus on the traffic lights in Napier Street. Cr Ostarcevic had voiced concerns that the cost of replacing the sensors that were causing unacceptable delays in the lights and thereby causing a hazard to pedestrians, was unnecessary. The current consensus was that the lights are functional and therefore Cr Ostarcevic would not pursue his suggestion of replacing the current system with a zebra crossing and flashing lights. Cr Ostarcevic said he understood the sensors needed replacing at an estimated cost of $4,000 and that Mr Trenton Fithall NGSC Director Infrastructure and Amenit was aware of the problem and this work would proceed.
Contract awarded for Tennis Clubroom renewal AT a closed section of the Northern Grampians Shire Council (NGSC) meeting of 6th December, the Contract for the renewal of the St. Arnaud Tennis Clubroom was considered. When the meeting was reopened to the public, the Chief Executive Officer reported that Council had awarded the contract to Design Builders (Vic) Pty Ltd for their submitted tender price. The tender price was not disclosed.
Additional conditions The motion to Council also included additional conditions to increase the level of security by having a static presence at neighbouring driveways that will assist those closeby in keeping unwanted visitors away. The litter collection will be collected and removed on adjoining neighbouring properties with the owner’s permission. The third condition was that the organisers will provide residents the opportunity to
leave the festival at the organiser’s expense. Helipad included Setting up will occur seven to ten days before the event and three to four days after the event is anticipated for the cleanup and vacating the site. Additional details to satisfy stakeholders were the inclusion of waiting bays on the road in, a helipad and the inclusion of different areas for different requirements. The site office and operations area will be in one vicinity, and there will be separate first aid area, arts vendors and marketing areas. Exclusion zones will be included for camping and access. Age requirement It will be a requirement that all who enter will be 21 years of age and above. Vaccinations Double vaccination
proof will be required and any additional COVID requirements that are implemented by the State Government before the start of the festival. No illicit substances will be permitted and will be controlled at the entry. Council voting All these conditions were adopted, with Crs Ostarcevic, Erwin, Gready, Dempsey and Driscoll voting for the proposed motion. Crs Emerson and Haswell voted against the proposal.
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The Defence Department presented machine gun captured from the Germans, to the Wi n j a l l o c k Hall Committee. Dancing followed a concert, which included a play. Those in the play were Mr H Coleman, James Smith, P Lougheed, H Raeburn, Bill Williams, Mary and Alma Cheesman and Fanny Raeburn.
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Mr P W Shanahan was given a farewell evening at Harmsworth’s Racecourse Hotel prior to his leaving for Killarney in the Port Fair y district. The ‘Mayor’ of Moolerr, Mr A J Burge presented him with a travelling rug on behalf of his many friends. Mr Charles Smith who has been on the painting staff of A E H Preece’s for many years will commence business on his own at Charlton. Mr Smith volunteered in the A I F in July 1915, sailed from Australia in October and served in Egypt and France. He was also the pound keeper for the K ara K ara Shire Council and was presented with a cigar holder in a case by the St. Arnaud Court of Foresters of which he was a member.
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Miss Evelyn Raeburn, daughter of Mr and Mrs Andrew Raeburn died age 18 years shortly after being admitted to the St. Arnaud Hospital suf-
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fering from a cardiac arrest. Evelyn was assistant teacher at the Navarre State School and her pupils walked in front of the hearse to the Navarre cemetery. Miss K athie Mc Phee, the youngest daughter of Constable and Mrs McPhee, died age ten years after a long and distressing illness. The scholars of St Patrick’s Primar y School marched in front of the hearse, which was followed by a long precession of mourners.
Fire Brigade Result of elections – Captain- C J Giles, Lieut – J Clark, Foreman – H Battersby, Apparatus Officer – R Westcott, and Secretary – A Walsh. A fire broke out at 7 o’clock on Monday evening destroying hay in a paddock owned by James Dunlop on Burnside Road and was quickly contained to a small area.
Fundraising The St. Arnaud Button Girls Committee collected £6-8-0 towards funds for the relief of children of devastated Flanders.
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Four rinks from Donald visited St. Arnaud where St. Arnaud 122 d. Donald 80. St. Arnaud teams were – McNair, Dunstan, Reed and Murrells / McKechnie, Nicholls, Levick and Burrows, / Rowe, Crone, Coupe and McNicol, / Coates, Millar, Lorimer and Williams.
Five anglers went to the Loddon River where they caught a total of 60 lbs of codfish, the largest weighing 6 lbs.
St. Arnaud 102 d. Donald 97 with the most runs for St. Arnaud by Williams 27 and Ritchie 24 and for Donald O’Brien 29 and Hay 13.
The men were, J Crone snr, H Murrells, H Barber, J and H McNicol.
Sale Landsborough sheep sale – 14,000 sheep, 10 cattle and 2 horses.
St. Arnaud 60 Years Ago - December 1961 - By Heather Pritchard
New Year’s Eve During the evening the Citizen’s Band played at the rotunda, and later the Norm Simpson Memorial Pipe Band played in front of the Town Hall. At midnight Bill Amos rang the fire bell and an electric sign ‘1962’ made by Dave Millar was switched on as the young people followed the Pipe Band up and down Napier St. At the Band Hall dance Hec Young’s daughter Glenda was named ‘Miss St. Arnaud 1961’.
State School Headteacher Mr Aubrey announced Carol Johnson was dux of the school.
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Lloyd and Heather Austerberry nee Gilmour, a daughter Kathryn Jane. Neil and Cecilia Feeny nee Gleeson, a daughter.
Citizenship awards – senior David Storer and Wendy Leonard, junior Norman Hedger and Gloria Medlyn.
Salvation Army Newly appointed Corps Officers Envoy and Mrs Craddock were welcomed to St. Arnaud.
Engagements Shelia Fitzpatrick and Thomas Wilton. June Bullen and Wynston Cummings.
Silver wedding Mr and Mrs Chas McKenny had a party at the St. Arnaud Hotel to celebrate their anniversary.
Birthday Mrs Ellen Kenny of Canterbury St celebrated her 90th Birthday.
Deaths James Birthisel age 65 of Bealiba. Mrs Annie Douglas age 74, widow of Robert. Miss Vera [Doll] Greenaway age 67. Mrs Reg Jardine nee Oxley, formerly of St. Arnaud. Miss Marion Wells age 83. Mr William Pounceby age 85, husband of Mary. Mr Harold [Curley] Dickinson age 64. Mrs Annie Read age 80, wife of Edward.
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Party Nearly there in the Elderly Citizens hold a much-needed Christmas LAST Wednesday was the date for the Elderly Solar Challenge Citizens Christmas Party.
THE new St. Arnaud Solar business is nearly at its challenge total of 15 systems to be booked in by Christmas in order for the St. Arnaud Community Resource Centre to receive a full system for FREE. Currently the bookings stand at 12 and it is looking good. If you are considering putting a solar system on your roof contact St. Arnaud Solar and add to the
The tables were decorated beautifully and all enjoyed their day together. John Caddy, President, welcomed everybody and wished them all a very merry Christmas.
total that are needed to give the Resource Centre the much needed boost so that they can cut their overheads and concentrate on giving much to this community.
Left: Some of the Elderly Citizens from last week’s Christmas Party.
Council recognises local miner in naming of road AT the recent meeting of the Northern Grampians Shire Council (NGSC) the earlier motion from 6th September that the formal naming be commenced was passed with no submissions received against the proposal. The intention was to name the unnamed road in St. Arnaud as Zebina Lane in recognition of Zebina Lane the long-time manager of the Lord Nelson Mine situated near the unnamed road. Although initially opposed by miners and owners, in 1887 Mr Lane substantiated the worth of his methods and revived the run down mine which remained profitable through the 1890’s and was the richest mine
in the histor y of St Arnaud. He was also a significant member of the community and involved in civic affairs. Public notice was given on 15th September and nearby property owners were notified to give the community an opportunity to comment on the road naming proposal. One submission was received requesting that the road name be extended to include the access road off
Trafalgar Street due to a new building development. Council officers inspected the access road and have confirmed that it has been graded and with further work would meet permit requirements and be included on council’s Road Register. In extending the road naming to include the access road it would enable prompt delivery of emergency services to the property if required.
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Changes ahead for Buloke Playgroups MALLEE Family Care has announced the resignation of its Buloke Shire Community Connections Worker, Wendy Hersey, who for the last six years, has delivered the Department of Social Services Child and Parenting Playgroups Program. Finishing in her role just ahead of Christmas, Ms. Hersey will miss the interaction with families, saying that being part of their lives has been an honour. “It has been a great privilege and pleasure to be able to walk alongside families during the past six years including the last 20 months which have been both full of fun and some challenges, in light of the pandemic. “I have loved seeing the joy families and their children express when together at playgroup and the wonderful support and friendship they offer each other.” Mallee Family Care’s Executive General Manager Education, Training and Research, Ms. Chris Forbes thanked Ms. Hersey for her contribution to the Buloke community and to
Mallee Family Care, acknowledging her many achievements over her six years as the Community Connections Worker. “Wendy has worked very hard for Buloke families and among the things she has delivered for the community are; a Family Friendly Service Directory; the drafting of ‘Continuity of Needs’ – a document for Donald kindergartens and schools – designed to assist with transition points; training to support early years professionals in the Shire to implement speech strategies, due to a shortage of speech professionals servicing the region, and she has also been at the forefront of several advocacy projects that have led to real change for the community. “On behalf of Mallee Family Care, I thank Wendy for her commitment to her community. She will be missed.”
W h i l e We n d y i s looking forward to a well-earned break, with travel, swimming and campfires high up on her agenda, she leaves her role confident it is in good hands. The playgroups program will continue in 2022 and Wendy has been assisting C o u r t n e y Te p p e r, Mallee Family Care’s Team Leader Early Ye a r s Supported Playgroups and Community Connections to engage with families across Donald, Wycheproof and Sea Lake, to make the transition as seamless as possible. Ms. Forbes says Courtney is ‘no stranger’ to the Buloke Shire, having previously delivered the playgroup in Sea Lake, and currently in the Wy c h e p r o o f and Donald communities. “Replacing Wendy will be no easy task, but she has provided a wonderful hand-over to Courtney and we have staff ready to go for 2022 and a great program for families to look forward to.”
Above: (left to right) Courtney Tepper and Wendy Hersey.
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Above: Mayor Cr Daryl Warren (left) and Interim CEO Wayne O’Toole receiving the Annual Report 2020/2021 at last Thursday night’s Buloke Council Meeting.
Buloke Shire December Meeting Wrap BULOKE Shire Council’s December Meeting was highlighted by the presentation of the 2020/2021 Annual Report and the adoption of Council’s Domestic Animal Management Plan, two key policies and the waiving of swimming pool hire fees for this season. The Annual Report 2020-2021 was presented by Mayor Daryl Warren highlighting Council’s advocacy and partnerships to creatively adapt new and modified approaches and technologies to overcome the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and address the needs of Buloke. Council adopted the revised Flag Flying Policy, acknowledging the importance of these symbols in maintaining pride and spirit, and displaying them in respectful and dignified manner at Council’s locations An updated Procurement Policy was also adopted, promoting open and fair competition and value
for money for the purchase of goods, services and carrying out of works by the Council. The Policy sets out a contract value of $250,000 (exc. GST) above which Council must invite a tender and additional best practice measures in the acquisition of all goods: accountability, probity and transparency, risk management, and sustainable and social procurement objectives. As Council continues to work through the recruitment process for a permanent CEO it has resolved to appoint Hannah Yu as Interim Chief Executive Officer from 13th December 2021, until a new Chief
Executive Officer has permanently commenced duties. Fees for the provision of lifeguards will be waived for the remainder of the Buloke Shire Swimming Pool season. Council had originally adopted the fees and charges as part of its Annual Budget 20212022. The waiving of these fees will be offset in the budget by the cessation of the banking of cold weather days that have in recent years been added to the end of the season. The Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) has been adopted. Council is required to have a fouryear DAMP under the Domestic Animal Act 1994, which guides Council’s activities in the management of domestic pets and provides for a method for evaluating whether the
animal control services are adequate as well as encouraging responsible pet ownership in the community. Council endorsed and supported the proposed joint application from Buloke Shire Council, Ararat Rural City Council and Yarriambiack Shire Council to Round 2 of the Rural Councils Tr a n s f o r m a t i o n Program RCTP). The RCTP is designed to help rural councils deliver services through funding the implementation of regional service delivery and shared services. Minutes and documents relating to the December Council Meeting will be made available on Council’s website. The next Buloke Shire Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday 8th February 2022.
Chateau Dore wedding and reception ON 20th February 2021 Elise Birthisel and Stephen Sier were married in the beautiful surrounds of Chateau Dore Winery in Bendigo. The wedding was followed by a reception at the same place. The bride was supported by Zoie Reyne and the groom by his brother, Matthew Sier. Elise is the daughter of Kerry and Shane Birthisel and Stephen is the son of Lynette and John Sier of Wangaratta. Elise and Stephen travelled to Tasmania for their honeymoon.
Right: Bride and Groom, Stephen and Elise. Below: (left to right) Matthew Sier, Groom Stephen Sier, Bride Elise Sier and Zoie Reyne.
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Awards given for volunteering at Vinnies ST. VINCENT DE PAUL has presented five volunteer service awards last Friday. Mary Elvey, Camelle James, Julie Kells, all with 2 years’ service, Emilee Lloyd with 5 years’ service, and Marlene Arandt with an amazing 25 years of service. A joint lunch was
held and each volunteer was awarded certificates, flowers and service pins. Marlene has been at the shop which has seen many renovations in its time. Lots of stories about
their time volunteering were shared, with many laughs. Vinnies is always looking for more volunteers if anyone would like to come to the shop and find out what volunteering is all about. Please come in and see what we do.
Above: (left to right) Mary Elvey, Marlene Arandt, Camelle James, Emilee Lloyd and Julie Kells.
FOR SALE Rotary Club Traditional Rum & Brandy Fruit Cakes $18.00 available at North Central News and Apex Service Station St. Arnaud
Above: Marlene Arandt was presented with a certificate to commemorate 25 years of service with Vinnies.
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Postie Bikers ride for Cancer TRAVELLING through St. Arnaud last week were 11 Postie Bikes and riders on their way from Geelong to Balranald, all to raise funds for the Cancer Council. Stopping in our beautiful Queen Mary Gardens in St. Arnaud for a bite to eat, the riders have a back-up crew included in their journey. The same group were involved in the 2019 run with COVID interrupting the chance for the group to
complete the event last year. Saturday night will be an exciting end to their travels with a night at the Homebush Hotel. Then it’s back home on the bus and a chance to ponder on the highlights of their travels.
Right: A hardy group on Postie Bikes made a run from Geelong to Balranald to raise funds for the Cancer Council.
Christmas lights mapped out This town map will help you to find all 13 entries in the St. Arnaud Home Timber & Hardware Christmas lights competition around St. Arnaud, so gather up the children and do the tour to appreciate the effort these homeowners have gone to. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
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Class of 2021
Year 6 Declan Anderson
Jack Batters
Tom Meredith
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – Being able to Graduate with my friends
My Favourite Memory of Primary School - Hanging out at recess and lunchtime
Max Ezard
Annylee O’Brien
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – Energy Breakthrough Cart
Finn Green
My Favourite Memory of Primary School - Making friends
Oliver Hand
My Favourite Memory of Primary School –Spending time with my friends
JJ
Bethany Ingram
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – All of the Camps I have been on.
Tessa Patton
Lucy O’Donnell
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – Representing the school in Sport
Bailey Henry
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – Year 5/6 Melbourne Camp
Max Payne
My Favourite Memory of Primary School –Spending time with Maurice
Mahlie Morris
Austin Lowe
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – All of the Camps I have been on.
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – Year 5 / 6 Melbourne Camp
Ruby Swanton
Hamish Tannock
My Favourite Memory of Primary School –Spending time with Maurice
Rylan Leach
My Favourite Memory of Primary School –Spending time with Mrs Weir
My Favourite Memory of Primary School –I enjoyed being able to start school
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – The School Dance
Addison Wright
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – Running around at lunch with friends
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – Helping Gerri with cooking and jobs
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My Favourite Memory of Primary School –Spending time with my friends
My Favourite Memory of Primary School – Year 3 / 4 Roses Gap Camp.
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Birthday wishes to: December 15th Sam Cummings Betty Dyke Richie Needs Shane Organ Kayla Walker Trenton Wright December 16th Breanna Burge Colleen Rusk Hannah Snow December 17th Lisa Anderson Zac Forster Hayden Harvey Ian Harvey Des Moulday Hugh Sutherland Lyn Walker Jenna Williams Graeme Medlyn
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE PURSUANT TO SECTION 181(5)(B) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1989 (VICTORIA)
NOTICE PURSUANT TO SECTION 181(5)(B) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1989 (VICTORIA)
TAKE NOTICE the Loddon Shire Council of 41 High Street, Wedderburn VIC 3518, in accordance with Section 181 of the Local Government Act 1989 (Victoria), intends on or after 18 January 2021 to sell or transfer to itself ALL THAT piece of land being Lot 1 on Title Plan 595221X being more particularly described in Certificate of Title Volume 10454 Folio 441 being the land situate at 17 Gibson Street, Korong Vale VIC 3520. CLH LAWYERS Level 7, 525 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Ph +61 3 9628 2801 Fax 9628 2810 Ref 1310478
TAKE NOTICE the Loddon Shire Council of 41 High Street, Wedderburn VIC 3518, in accordance with Section 181 of the Local Government Act 1989 (Victoria), intends on or after 18 January 2021 to sell or transfer to itself ALL THAT piece of land being Lot 33 on Plan of Subdivision 006200 being more particularly described in Certificate of Title Volume 05073 Folio 467 being the land situate at Gibson Street, Korong Vale VIC 3520. CLH LAWYERS Level 7, 525 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Ph +61 3 9628 2801 Fax 9628 2810 Ref 1310478
POSITION VACANT
Lions Club of St. Arnaud
St. Arnaud Country Club Christmas Hamper Winner: Beryl Milne
CASUAL Driveway Attendant
No Paper Collection Until Feb. 2022
December 18th Kylie Glidden Elvie Perry (94) Trevor Wiseman December 19th Isabella Wild John Cross Jason McIntyre Joanne Roberts December 20th Nicole Amos Elise Birthisel Zoe Torney Denis McIntyre Nathaniel Wright December 21st Murray Bartlett Darcy Bibby Kayla Macklin
EMPLOYMENT Job Opportunities • Associate Nurse Unit Manager • Enrolled Nurse • Food & Domestic Service Assistant • Quality & Risk Manager • Registered Nurse Further information is available at ewhs.org.au/employment.html
Weekdays and Weekends as needed Position includes fuel & shop sales, general cleaning and other sundry duties. Basic computer knowledge. Applications in writing, delivered to:Alan & Mark Esmore St. Arnaud Apex Service Station 1 Silvermines Road, St. Arnaud. Vic. 3478
St. Arnaud Secondary College St. Arnaud is looking for three enthusiastic teachers to join our teaching team Position No. 1257651 – Generalist Applications close 17th December 2021. Position No. 1258010 – Health P.E. Applications close 21st December 2021 Position No. 1258272 – English Humanities Position No. 1258271 – English Humanities Graduate Applications close 22nd December 2021 Apply via www.education.vic.gov.au/schooljobs For further information contact Tony Hand, Principal PO Box 40, St. Arnaud 3478 Ph: 03 54951811 Mob: 0408 812 019 Email: tony.hand@education.vic.gov.au
MEETINGS
St. Arnaud Hockey Club
AGM All Welcome Thursday, 3rd February, 2022. at
The St. Arnaud Sporting Club 8pm start. WHATS ON
Carols in the Gardens Botanical Gardens, Cnr McMahon & Millett Sts. Sunday 19th, Dec, 7:00pm
from Donald.
Please bring your own chairs, rugs etc Be seated by 6:45pm
Thanks to all who bought tickets.
COVID-19 restrictions will apply.
TO ADVERTISE PH: 5495 1055
Contact: Andrew George Vision St Arnaud Ph: 0409 291 430
Wishing everyone a safe and happy Christmas and New Year from Darko, Vesna and all the staff at ST ARNAUD MEDICAL CENTRE. Thank you all for your ongoing support. Please be advised of our Surgery Hours over the Holidays as below
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant – Part time Charlton Medical is searching for a friendly and proactive front desk person to join our administrative team. The position is a job-share role and hours can be negotiated. The successful applicant will have strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication skills and some computer knowledge are a must. Previous experience in a healthcare industry would be favourably regarded but full training will be available. Remuneration will be above the award and will be negotiated based on skills and experience. Please submit your application by email to: Jeanne Webb, Practice Manager at: Jeanne.webb@charltonmedical.com.au
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We encourage all our patients to check they will have enough prescriptions to cover the days we are closed. If you require prescriptions, please call the Centre on 5495 1766 to arrange an appointment with your doctor. For urgent medical attention during this time please contact the St. Arnaud Hospital on 5477 2100 In the case of an emergency - Dial 000
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REMOVALS - Maryborough- runs south. Phone: 0412 726 432.
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DEATH COTTINGHAM - Kenneth John of St. Arnaud 11.10.1969 - 5.12.2021 Loved son of Albert (Mick, dec) & Judith, loved brother of Jeffrey and Ian. Loving father of Danica; John & Crystal; Gemma & Samantha; and Natahlia. Adored Pa Kenny of Harrison, Ella-Louise, Bohdi; Cooper, Scarlett and Oskar. OUR STUBBORN, INAPPROPRIATE & PROUD DAD
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116 Napier St., St. Arnaud
Practical, experienced advice in plain English Appointments also available in Charlton, Donald & Wycheproof
Saturday 18th December 5 Burke Street, St. Arnaud. 9am - 2pm
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WHEN ARE YOU GOING TO START ACTING YOUR AGE?
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GARAGE SALE
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Love from Debbie, Jessie, Johanna, Jenna, Ellie & Harrison.
HAIRDRESSING SERVICES 9.00am - 5.00pm TUESDAY TO SATURDAY After hours by appointment Situated at the back of the St. Arnaud Health & Fitness Gym by entering Mewkill Court from McMahon Street. OVER 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE EFTPOS available
Phone: 0410 066 244
The St. Arnaud Gun Club would like to thank all its sponsors for the 2021 shoot season: • A.P. Earthmoving, • Weir’s IGA, • Driscoll Ag., • Driscoll Douglas East Real Estate, • GoldAcres, • Bertalli Family, • Paul Chipperfield. This sponsorship is greatly appreciated, and the club could not exist without this support.
SCHULZ - Keith Harold Our condolences to Jan and all the extended family. As a couple you have been an inspiration to us all. “For better, for worse”, For Richer, For Poorer, In Sickness and in Health, Till death do us part”. And this has stood by you all your life. Lots of love from Lee, Lindsay and all the Burkes.
DEATH
BEREAVEMENT THANK YOU
CHURCH NOTICES
POSTLETHWAITE - Sheila Grace 14/07/1931-12/12/2021 Passed away peacefully. Loved Wife to Lewis (Dec) and loving Mother to Rodney, Raymond, Yasmine and Justine. Treasured Grandma to Justin, Sebastian, Portia, LaToya, Bradley, Brooke, Tarryn, Daniel and Great Grandma to Maggie Patrick William and Daniel ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS
WEMYSS - Alvyn Melville 9.10.1927 - 20.10.2021 We wish to thank all who expressed their condolences at the loss of our father, grandfather and great-grandfather; your kind comments on his life and character gave us comfort. Our thanks also go to Dr D. Slipcevic, and to all at Coates Hostel for the care and consideration shown to Alvyn during the five years of his residence. You contributed greatly to his quality of life. Gail Remnant; Sue Wemyss; Paula Williamson.
ANGLICAN PARISH OF ST. ARNAUD
POSTLETHWAITE - Sheila Grace 12/12/2021 Loved sister-in-law of John and Dorothy, Aunty to Debra, Darrin and Stuart. Rest in peace.
CHURCH NOTICES
FUNERAL
ST. ARNAUD CHURCH OF CHRIST
COTTINGHAM A graveside service for Mr Kenneth J. Cottingham was held at the St Arnaud Lawn Cemetery on FRIDAY (Dec. 10th). Condolences at lifelived.com.au KELL FUNERALS ST ARNAUD
Cnr. Queens Ave & Alma St. Fourth Sunday of Advent Thursday 16th December 12 noon: Faith Group Luncheon Sunday 19th December 9.30am: Prayer time 10.30am: Christmas Carols Service Our Church services are open to all regardless of vaccination status. Enquiries: Brian Eccles Ph: 5495 2267
NFDA
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5495 1043 POSTLETHWAITE A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Sheila G. Postlethwaite will be held in the Uniting Church St Arnaud on MONDAY Dec. 20th at 2.00 pm. A private cremation has been held. KELL FUNERALS ST ARNAUD NFDA
EST: 1860
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CHURCH NOTICES ST. ARNAUD UNITING CHURCH ST.ARNAUD Sunday 19th December 9.30am G. Pearse PARISH OFFICE Chris & Rob Batters Pastorial Co-ordinators Enquiries 5495 6223
St. Arnaud & District Historical Society Inc. wish all St. Arnaud people and visitors a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
ANGLICAN PARISH OF CHARLTON/ DONALD Friday 17th December St. Paul’s Birchip 5.00pm Holy Communion Sunday 19th December Holy Communion (all services) St. George’s Donald 11.00am St. Martin’s Charlton 1.00pm Holy Trinity Wedderburn 3.00pm Parish Service Rev. Judi Bird Ph: 0435 593 359
Friday 17th December 9.00am St Arnaud Morning Prayer Sunday 19th December 8.00am Bealiba Eucharist 9.30am St Arnaud Eucharist The Rev’d Canon Jan Harper Phone: 0439 757 278.
DISTRICT CATHOLIC CHURCHES East Wimmera Parish BIRCHIP
Sunday December 19th 8.30am Mass BOORT
Sunday December 19th 10.30am Livestream in BANYENA No Mass CHARLTON
Saturday December 18th 7.00pm Mass DONALD
Saturday December 19th 10.30am Live Stream out to churches without Mass ST. ARNAUD No Mass WYCHEPROOF
Sunday December 19th 10.30am Livestream in Parish Coordinator: Noeline Hogan 0476 617 976
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PERSONAL CARING SERVICE CHARLTON & DISTRICT — 5492 2547
Thankyou for your support. “St. Arnaud Through Time Historic Buildings” and “St. Arnaud Though Time Mining” @ $5 each are handy Christmas gifts
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Truck with plenty of memories will be returned to glory ROGER Polkinghorne is now the caretaker of the old GMC truck that has been in the Polkinghorne family for four generations.
Above: The GMC truck ready to be restored by Alan Esmore.
Above and right: (left to right) Alan Esmore reminisces with John Shepherd and David Haynes, who all worked on the old GMC over the years.
Left: A lot of work to be done on the interior as well. Below: The GMC truck as it is today.
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Roger’s father, Floyd, and the four generations have been long-standing customers of the Esmore’s Apex Service, and the GMC has been cared for and serviced over the years. Alan Esmore’s father Tom worked on this GMC of Floyd’s for his honeymoon when he married Beryl in 1947. Marrylin (dec) was brought home as a newborn baby in a wooden box on the seat between the new parents. All the Polkinghorne kids learnt to drive in the GMC but were not allowed to touch the accelerator pedal until Floyd knew each could drive OK. As the new carer of the GMC, Roger to keep the family tradition going, has requested Alan to restore it to new again. The paint and panelling will be undertaken by North Central Panels in Charlton.
David Haynes and John Shepherd both worked at the Apex Service Station over the years and when the old GMC was bought in Alan rang them both to come in and have a look. There were lots of reminiscences about old times when they worked on the GMC (and others). The Apex History In 1947 Tom commenced a business on his own at the rear of George Smith Motors who sold cars and parts. Previously, in 1929, Tom had come from Dunolly and worked with W.C. McL ean (Devlin’s Block), J.T. Kershaw (North Central News building) and Ern Wescott (Apex). Tom employed several mechanics doing car and truck repairs and general engineering work. One, David was employed for 54 years, and ceased work when
his wife Elvie broke a leg in a horsing accident on 30.3.2001. He started with Tom on 1st June 1947. Another was John Shepherd who started in 1950 and he completed an apprenticeship, travelling to trade school in Maryborough in the back of a ute, summer and winter. The Shepherd family moved out to Gre Gre so John rode the push bike to work and home daily which was 16 km each way. ‘Shep’ was employed for 34 years. Alan Esmore started at the business in 1958 and has lived for cars old and new, and with Heather since 1966. Mark Esmore started in 1985 and continues ser vicing modern computerised cars and utes. His wife Lisa and Heather manage the office, and excellent staff compliment all other duties including the popular driveway service.
Above: Roger Polkinghorne, now the caretaker over the old GMC, delivers the truck to Apex Service Station.
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Celebrating the future of Victoria’s young farmers VICTORIA’S brightest and best young farmers have been celebrated at the 2021 Upskill and Invest Young Farmers Scholarship Awards. Minister for Agriculture Mary-Anne Thomas presented 13 farmers with scholarships at a ceremony in Melbourne last week, highlighting the important role young farmers play in Victoria’s $17.8 billion agriculture industry. The program, which has awarded 89 schol-
arships since 2015, supports young farmers with up to $10,000 to boost their skills and careers. Each recipient is eligible for up to $5,000 to upskill through study and training, followed by $5,000 to invest in putting new skills into practice with on-farm equipment and tech-
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nology or further professional development. Greater Bendigo farmer Madeleine Marson was one of this year’s recipients and plans to use her scholarship to undertake further training in viticulture. She will also invest in new equipment for her family vineyard to support herbicide-free weed management under the vines. Rupanyup cropping and sheep farmer Dougal McAllister will complete training in business management,
leadership and decision making to improve profitability on his family farm. Giving young farmers access to higher educational opportunities improves productivity and profitability of their businesses and ensures Victoria stays at the forefront of global modern farming. The Upskill and Invest Young Farmers Scholarship Program is part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to continue growing our strong, innovative and sustainable agriculture sector. The 2022 Young Farmers Scholarship program will open mid next year. For more information on the program and the next round of scholarships visit: agriculture. vic.gov.au/youngfarm ers.
Supporting future farmers through agricultural education LONGERENONG College has been awarded funding to build accommodation, a communal building for conferences and student gatherings and provide other on-campus improvements as part of the $50 Million Agricultural College Modernisation Program. The three facilities of L ongerenong, Marcus Oldham College in Geelong and the University of Melbourne’s Dookie Campus will receive a share of $6.5 million towards facility upgrades at the agricultural college. Construction is in full swing, with the completed site set to accommodate up to 41 additional students at one of Victoria's leading tertiary institutions for agricultural training. Victoria's growing agriculture sector needs more skilled workers with digital,
business, risk and marketing skills, as well as food and fibre entrepreneurs who can take products to international markets. These improvements will create stronger learning pathways for agriculture through better facilities that enhance student learning as well as ensuring more students can live on site and benefit from the full immersive experience of living on-campus. The investment is part of the $50 million Agriculture College Modernisation pro-
gram, which has allocated $20 million to upgrade facilities at Longerenong College, the University of Melbourne’s Dookie Campus and Marcus Oldham College in Geelong. The Agricultural College Modernisation Program is delivering on the L abor Government’s 10-year Agriculture Strategy to support the skills of the future and help more Victorians pursue an exciting career in agriculture. For more information visit agriculture. vic.gov.au.
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In The Paddock Real Estate
LISTINGS WANTED •Broadacre •Lifestyle •Residential •Commercial Contact:-
Mark Swanton 0407 102 050 87 Stawell Rd, Horsham
LAND AUCTION Renowned Callawadda Property Donald-Stawell Road, Callawadda 316 Acres – 127HA* (approx.) The offering of this lot presents an excellent opportunity to purchase land in a tightly held district. The property is well suited to Cereals, Legumes, Wool Production and Fattening. Presently under Legume stubble. Auction - January 21st 2022 at 2pm at the Wallaloo Golf Club. Terms - 10% deposit Settlement - March 5th 2022. Elders Real Estate 3 Patrick Street, Stawell 5358 3939 Jim Barham 0418 504 166 Stawell.eldersrealestate.com.au
New laws protect farmers from biosecurity risks NEW legislation was introduced to Parliament recently to deter trespassing on farms in the name of animal activism. The Livestock M a n a g e m e n t Amendment (Animal Activism) Bill 2021 will address the serious impacts of trespass on Victorian farms and recognises the significant biosecurity risks that breaches from animal activists can pose. Those who fail to comply will face penalties among the heaviest in Australia, with onthe-spot fines of $1,272 for an individual or $8,178 for an organisation. Further penalties of up to $10,904 for an individual and up to $54,522 for an organisation could apply for more serious offending. The proposed legislation seeks to reduce biosecurity risks and the spread of diseases on Victorian farms deter people from trespass-
Summer Trading Hours From December 19th, Elders St Arnaud will be closed on Saturdays through January. We will resume normal Saturday trading on the 5th of February 2022. CHRISTMAS TRADING HOURSFriday 24th Dec – 8.30am - 2.30pm Saturday 25th Dec – CLOSED Monday 27th Dec – CLOSED Tuesday 28th Dec – CLOSED Wednesday 29th Dec – CLOSED Thursday 30th Dec – CLOSED Friday 31st Dec – CLOSED Saturday 1st Jan – CLOSED Monday 3rd Jan – CLOSED Tueday 4th Jan – CLOSED Resuming usual Trade hours of 08.30am — 5.30pm from Wednesday 5th January 2022
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ing on farms with the introduction of new offences better enable prosecutions of trespassers and allow for the issuing of infringement notices. Victorian farmers have been impacted by a series of events involving animal rights activists intimidating farmers, stealing livestock, and disrupting businesses. Farmers will soon be able to implement biosecurity management plans (BMPs) which can include measures such as requiring consent from farmers before entering a property covered by a BMP. These new measures are part of the Government’s response to the Inquiry into the Impact of Animal Rights Activism on Victorian Agriculture, which delivered its report to Parliament last year. The L abor Government supported 13 of the report’s 15 recommendations in full. Peak industry bodies which represent farmers and agribusinesses, as well as animal welfare organisations were consulted during the development of this legislative framework and will be further engaged as the regulations are finalised. The new arrangements will come into effect in 2022.
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Soil management grants benefit Mallee THE final round of the Federal Government’s Smart Farms Small Grants program has now been finalised, with $843,000 of funding directed to Mallee. Mallee Sustainable Fa r m i n g I n c . w i l l receive $435,000 to help build knowledge and capacity in growers/advisers to diagnose sandy soil constraints to ensure successful amelioration of sands. Birchip Cropping Group Inc will receive $140,000 to help improve productivity and profitability through grid sampling and variable rate applications. There will be a total of $13.8 million funding for 32 projects across the country to improve soil health and soil management. Minister for Agriculture and
Northern Australia, David Littleproud said the grants will help farmers and land managers change the way they look at their soil and improve how they manage it. “Good soil management leads to increased agricultural productivity and profitability resulting in reaching agricultural outcomes such as improved biodiversity benefiting communities across rural and regional Australia,” Minister Littleproud said. “This funding round focuses on soil extension activities, which give farmers and land managers practical
Week ending Wednesday 8th December 2021.
— By Glendon Hancock
THE Australian wool market has a recorded another overall increase this series, for the fourth consecutive week. Unlike in the previous three weeks, every sector of the market and every individual Micron Price Guide (MPG) recorded either a positive movement or was unchanged. This week was the final buying opportunity for exporters trying to fill and ship December orders. This put pressure on many types, as a number of exporters fought hard to finish their respective orders. Finer merino fleece types attracted strong buyer attention, as a result these wools recorded strong rises for the series. This was reflected in the MPGs across the country for 18.5 micron and finer, which added between 22 and 41 cents. These gains combined with solid lifts in all other sectors, helped to push the
AWEX Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) up by 14 cents for the series, the EMI closed at 1,360 cents, a 1.0% increase. The EMI has now risen for four consecutive series, adding a total of 41 cents during this period. Although the Australian Dollar (AUD) lost further ground against the USD (The AUD traded 0.29 cents lower compared to the previous week), when viewed in USD terms, the EMI also recorded an increase. The EMI added 6 US cents for the series, closing at 971 US cents, a 0.6% increase. The crossbred sector was the best performing in percentage terms, particularly in the South. In Melbourne the MPGs for 26.0 micron rose
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tools and information they need, including increasing uptake of soil testing and better soil data, which will allow them to make evidence-based decisions for future growing seasons. “Soil extension activities will aim to improve, and increase, soil sampling and testing. Results from this will feed into the National Soils Monitoring and Incentives Pilot Program to assist in monitoring soil condition and contribute to international efforts to improve soil sustainability,” Minister Littleproud said. Member for Mallee, Anne Webster said these grants would have a transformative impact on landscapes in Mallee.
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by 31 cents (+4.3%), 28.0 micron by 25 cents (+6.3%) and 30.0 micron by 25 cents (+7.5%). Next week is the final sale of this calendar year and the last before the annual three-week Christmas recess. As the last selling opportunity before Christmas, the national offering has increased. 42,306 bales are currently expected to be of fered in Sydn e y, Melbourne and Fremantle.
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St. Arnaud Netball appoints coaches WE are delighted to announce the appointment of our under 13 and Net Set Go Coaches. Contributed Isabell Hand and Stacey Wandel will coach our Under 13 netballers and Kirri Ezard and Chelsea Gravener will
coach the Net Set Go participants with assistance of 2 junior girls, Demi Leach and Gypsy Donald.
The club is very lucky to have these ladies who bring experience, knowledge and are all very passionate to see growth and development within our club. The Netball club are still
seeking expression of interest for our Under 16 and Senior coaching roles for 2022. We wish our new committee and coaches all the very best success for the upcoming season.
Top right: Under 13 Coaches: Stacey Wandel (left) and Isabell Hand
Right: Net set Go coaches: Chelsea Gravener (left) and Kirri Ezard assisted by Demi Leach (right) and Gypsy Donald (pictured bottom right)
Left The St. Arnaud Netball office bearers for 2022 left to right: Fern Hahn (copresident), Veronica Wilson (treasurer), To n y H a n d ( c o p r e s i d e n t ) , Ta n i a Scarce (secretary), Stacey Wandel (vice President), Keegan Amos (committee).
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Donald Golf goes down to Saints ST. ARNAUD Division 1 bowlers inflicted the first loss suffered by top team Donald Golf this season, in a strongly contested round 10 of North Central pennant bowls played at St. Arnaud last Saturday. - Contributed St. Arnaud started slowly, being down 9 shots to 20 after the first 5 ends, with Wayne Gneil’s four leading Glendon Hancock, Maurie Wood, Darren Shepherd and Terry McSwain 13 to no score! The Donald Golf boys extended this lead to 18 -0 before the St. Arnaud four got on the scorecard, and then they fought hard to get back in the match, going down by only 5 shots. Allan Jackson, Ashley Dyke, Col Marchment and Tom Amos scored 4 shots on the first end but lost the next 3 ends to Dan Pettifer’s four. Allan’s four managed to open up an 8 shot lead by the 15th end, and held on under real pressure, for a vital 8 shot win.
Phil McRae, Graham Simpson, Kerryn Dyke and Kell Bibby were all square 7 - 7, with Trevor Hollis after 12 ends, in a closely fought game, but doubled their score on the next three ends and managed to hold off the Donald Golf boys in a real struggle, for a 2 shot win. Match details: St. Arnaud v Donald Golf Round 10 A. Jackson 29 def D. Pettifer 21 P. McRae 21 def T. Hollis 19 G. Hancock 24 lost to W. Gneil 29 St. Arnaud 74 shots defeated Donald Golf 69 shots – 10 points to 2 points, despite winning 36 ends to Donald Golf’s 39 ends. Other Division One results: Wycheproof 89 shots def Wedderburn 61
shots --- 12 points to 0 points. Charlton 78 shots def Donald 68 shots - 10 points to 2 points. Country Club 77 shots def Boort 72 shots - 8 points to 4 points. Ladder pts Donald Golf 80 Wycheproof 80 St. Arnaud 72 Country Club 68 Wedderburn 60 Charlton 56 Donald 33 Boort 31 Division Two St. Arnaud Division 2 bowlers had their second win of the season, defeating Boort by 18 shots in round 10
played at St. Arnaud last Saturday. Ladder pts Wedderburn 64 Country Club 59 Donald Golf 54 Wycheproof 54 Boort 50 Donald 44 St. Arnaud 42 Charlton 32
Christmas Break North Central pennant bowls competition will resume with round 11 to be played on January 15th. Division 1 - Charlton v St. Arnaud Division 2 - Charlton v St. Arnaud. Midweek pennant resumes on January 13th. Wedderburn v St. Arnaud.
Above: Division two skippers Mick Pole (Country Club) and Jeanie Grylls (Wycheproof).
St. Arnaud Country Club - Weekend Pennant WHAT a lovely day to be out playing bowls, greens were running true and fast with a mix of good company and friendly rivalry between clubs. This being our last game of Pennant for 2021 year and recommencing 11th January 2022 at Wedderburn where Divisions 1 & 2 will play.
Division 1.
Above: Gary Shinners watches his bowl all the way to the jack????
Rob Talbot and John Prendergast selecting the next shot.
Tennis in the land of the Mallee Bull BOTH St Arnaud tennis teams travelled to Birchip on Saturday and, completely unphased by the intimidating looks of the ever-present main street Mallee Bull, pulled of impressive wins over the - Contributed Birchip teams depleted by harvest commitments. In excellent sunny conditions conducive to good tennis St Arnaud’s Kara Kara Men’s Doubles team, playing with its strongest combinations, were far too authoritative for Birchip. Easily winning all sets for a 405 games win, the men set up Kara Kara’s win for the day. In the Ladies Doubles, even with the assistance of a “loan” player from Birchip the Kara Kara ladies fell just short of the Birchip combinations for a 32-35 games loss. A comprehensive win in the Mixed Doubles, 39-19 games, completed the victory 111-59 games (8-2 points). Three sets winners for Kara Kara Men were Bailey Durward, Thomas Watts, Sam Male and Luke and Duncan Jackson, while Tracey Graham, and Lorys Greenall were the best players for the Ladies. It was a much closer encounter for the St. Arnaud
team in its win over Birchip Wirrim. As for Kara Kara the St Arnaud Men’s team was at full strength and Birchip Wirrim’s combinations were no match on the day succumbing 40-8 games. However, it was a different story in the Ladies Doubles with Birchip Wirrim winning all but one set for a fine 36-21 games win. In the Mixed Doubles sets and games see-sawed between the teams until the combination of Don Erwin and Sophie Male provided the difference with an 8-0 set win to clinch the section 28-21 games, and an 89-69 games (8-2 points) victory for St. Arnaud. Three set winners were Don Erwin, Callum Goode and Jake Male. The St. Arnaud teams challenge each other at home next Saturday on what promises to be a “hot” day both weatherwise and tennis wise!
Played Boort at home in ideal playing conditions, but it was a tough day at the office with only 1 win and 2 losses but winning points overall 77 to 72, up 5 shots. Bill Rodger and team had a good day winning 37 / 23 and allowing St. Arnaud Country Club to win the day. Well done Bill and team. Jason Abbott and team hit the ground with a thud after last week's big win and losing by 4 shots. Bob McGregor and team experienced a similar fate to Jason and team losing by 5 shots.
Results: B Rodger [37] def. K Depiazza [23] J Abbott [23] lost to S Morris [27] B McGregor [21] lost to T Moresi [26] 77 / 72
Division 2. Played Wycheproof at Wycheproof again in ideal conditions. The green was well prepared and quick to play on. Country Club won 2 of the 3 rinks and were winners by 5 shots Mick Pole and team started off strong in the first half of the game [15/4], but Wycheproof pegged them back in the later of the game, but Country Club held their nerve and won by 4 shots. Well done Mick and team. Chris Webb and team experienced a hard fought game till end 15 with a 1 point
- Contributed lead over Wyche, but after that they started to etch a small lead and at end 23 were 10 shots up. Then Wyche made a late surge, but Country Club kept their head and won by 6 shots Amanda Marland and team fought a hard game all day, with Wyche opening up a good lead by 7 shots at end 19. Countr y Club weren't to be outdone clawing their way back to have the score 18 / 19 on the 24th end. Wyche. proved to be too strong winning the last end by 4 shots the game by 5 shots It was a great tussle between the two side. Results: C Webb [27] def. P Connolly [21] M Pole [26] def. J Grylls [22] A Marland [18] lost to S Barratt [23] 71 / 66
St. Arnaud Country Club midweek Pennant - Contributed
WE were hosts to Donald and we played in very blustery conditions.
Above: Duncan Jackson served strongly for his three set wins for Kara Kara.
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That was our excuse because we were clearly defeated and we were not successful in gaining points. Sue Wright, Trish Goode, Betty McDonald and Yvonne Nevill were defeated by Beryl Milne, Brenda Brennan, Joan Wood and John Howley. Heather Esmore, Colleen Bond, Yvonne Templar and Rhonda Pole were defeated by Lindy Morgan, Ian McEwan, Peter Wyllie and Kay Wyllie. Rhonda Marchment, Amanda Marland, Lyn Moulday and Faye Rodger were defeated by Margaret Quick, Marion McEwan, William Hegarty and Eve Adams after they got off the blocks very quickly and could
not be pinned back.
Singles Championship Congratulations to Heather Esmore on winning the Singles Championship again this year. She defeated Colleen Bond in a very good game. Commiserations to Colleen as she has been playing very well this year. The winner of the monster Hamper was Beryl Milne from Donald. Thank you to all the Ticket Sellers and all the support we had. This was in place of our Invitation Fours that we usually conduct at this time of the year but due to Covid uncertainty we cancelled it.
Charlton Badminton Club Season wraps up with End-of-Season Dinner THE 2021 Badminton season has come to an official close with the holding of the annual presentation dinner on Friday 26th November. Event Doubles Ladies C Grade Ladies B Grade Ladies A Grade Mens C Grade Mens B Grade Mens A Grade Singles Ladies C Grade Ladies B Grade Ladies A Grade Mens C Grade Mens B Grade Mens A Grade
Winners
Runners Up
Val Bourke & Aurelia Monaghan Tahli Roberts & Charlotte Stewart Lucinda Holmes-Brown & Abby Thompson Tyler Riley & Griffin House Nick Thompson & Jackson Zagame Troy & Mason Heenan
Carolyn Stewart & Riani Donaldson Imogen Stewart & Jemimah Webb Lisa & Megan Bruns Jeremy Gray & Allen Joy Sam Goldsmith & Joo Ong Brian Heenan & Stephen Webb
Riani Donaldson Amy Russell Abby Thompson Bailey Hooper-Dixon Nick Thompson Troy Heenan
Carolyn Stewart Jemimah Webb Lucinda Holmes-Brown Paul Sanderson Mason Heenan Anthony Stewart
It was great to see such a cross-representation of the club in attendance, with a spread in age from mid-teens to soon-to-be octogenarians. President Stephen Webb welcomed those in attendance and thanked them for making the most of a covid interrupted season, a relief to have a season at all after last year’s didn’t get started due to the pandemic and the indoor nature of the sport. Presentations were made for the Club Championships, unfortunately the Mixed Doubles was unable to be held as the final lock-down of the year brought an early close to the season. However, the Doubles and Singles events were both able to be held. Congratulations to all club champions, special call out to new L adies Club Champion, Abby Thompson who claimed her maiden club singles championship. Thursday night competition results are tallied to derive aggregate winners for the season. L adies Aggregate winner for 2021 was Kasey King (+45), 2nd – Jemimah Webb (+21); 3RD Riani Donaldson (+20), 4th Rae Heenan (+3), 5th Carolyn Stewart (0), (+20); While in the mens, the winner was – Troy Heenan (+246), 2nd – Tyler Riley (+127), 3rd Bailey Hooper-Dixon (+103), 4th Jeremy Gray (+97), 5th Fletcher HolmesBrown (+93). Section winners – Section 4 – Jeremy Gray; Section 3 – Tyler
Riley; Section 2 – Mason Heenan; Section 1 – Troy Heenan. Juniors The juniors have also wrapped up their season, this year there were 25 players take to the courts. Aggregate winners were: Beginners – Winner - Sam Olive, Runner Up – Liam Monaghan; Girls – Winner Elise Fitzpatrick, Runner Up – Amali Fitzpatrick; Boys – Winner – Joseph Monaghan, Runner up – Seb Zagame. Section winners: Section 4 – Rosie Fitzpatrick, R/Up Bohdi Jakubik; Section 3 – Sam Olive, R/Up Liam Monaghan; Section 2 – Amali Fitzpatrick, R/Up Joseph Monaghan; Section 1 – Elise Fitzpatrick, R/Up Seb Zagame. Junior All-Rounder award winner was Michael Olive. Rae Heenan’s coaches award winner was Clancy Bourke. Thursday Ladies The winter season for the ladies also came to an end due to a covid shut-down. Overall Aggregate Winner – Carla HooperDixon, Runner up – Naomi Fitzpatrick Section 2 Winner – Mary McLoughlan, Runner Up – Maree Hooper Section 1 Winner Carla Hooper-Dixon, Runner up – Naomi Fitzpatrick Rae Heenan Trophy – Naomi Fitzpatrick. Social ladies continues through the summer on Friday mornings at 9:30am, new players always welcome, bubs welcome too…
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Right: 2021 Ladies Singles left to right: Carolyn Stewart (C Grade R/Up), Abby Thompson (A Grade Champion), Riani Donaldson (C Grade Champion)
Above: 2021 Mens Singles Winners left to right: Paul Sanderson (C Grade R/Up), Bailey Hooper-Dixon (C Grade Champion), Mason Heenan (B Grade R/Up), Nick Thompson (B Grade Champion), Anthony Stewart (A Grade R/Up), Troy Heenan (A Grade Champion)
Above: 2021 Ladies Doubles Winners left to right: Abby Thompson (A Grade Winner), Tahli Roberts & Imogen Stewart (B Grade Winner), Charlotte & Carolyn Stewart (B Grade R/Up), Riani Donaldson (C Grade R/Up), Val Bourke & Aurelia Monaghan (C Grade Winners).
Twilighters take a break LAST Thursday evening December 9th was not a very pleasant one for bowling, but 24 players braved the chilly windy weather for the last time - Contributed this year. Two teams had decisive victories, with Tom Amos,Terence Robertson and Clive Hancock taking home the winnings with an 11 shot win. Also with a good win were runners-up Terry McSwain, Jess Maffescioni and Anne McSwain, 8 shots up. The players enjoyed some after game Christmas cheer. Twilight bowls will resume on Thursday January 20th at the St. Arnaud Bowling Club from 6,30pm to 8.30pm.
Above: 2021 Mens Doubles Winners left to right: Tyler Riley (C Grade Winner), Jackson Zagame & Nick Thompson (B Grade Winners), Stephen Webb & Brian Heenan (A Grade R/Up), Troy & Mason Heenan (A Grade Winners)
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WHEN Denis and Elise McIntyre set out for Humbletonian Day at Maryborough with their talented but still “green” 2yo “Puzzle Piece” they had high hopes that he could win the race thereby collecting their penalty free 2yo win and the Vicbred Bonus.
ST. ARNAUD Midweek Pennant played top of the ladder, Korong Vale, on their home green.
And win he did courtesy of a peach of a drive from James Herbertson, who had already driven two winners that day, the gelding scored a narrow but tough win rating 1.56.8. Two months in paddock is the plan now aiming for a stronger and more mentally mature 3yo in 2022. That night at Mildura Ry a n Sanderson drove a long priced winner “Apache Wind”, $19, for Redcliffs trainer Kate Attard taking Ryan’s 2021 tally to 62 wins. Melton on Thursday was the scene for a comfortable win for t h e J o h n To r m e y trained 3yo filly “Cracker Miss” who did her early racing in NSW. The Bendigo HRC conducted their Graeme and Gavin Lang Tribute night on Friday with Moyreisk
Although we didn’t win over all the results were promising with a win and a draw. Colin Marchment, Tom Amos, Marg McRae and Heather Stevenson had 6 shot win over John Gibson’s side. They led all day but their lead dwindled with Korong Vale winning the last 3 ends. G Simpson had an all male side with Ron Hollis playing his first game of Midweek. The scores were close for the first 12 ends but J Murnane’s side took the lead from lunch time until end 23 when they were 5 shots up. Luckily for St.
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trainers Barry and Ashley Ainsworth placing 1st and 2nd in Race 1, “The Lang Family Dynasty Trot.” Later in the programme the Kooreh trained “Chissy” won the Trot named after True Roman who won 73 races, 36 of them at Moonee Valley. Most of these wins were with Gavin in the sulky. “Chissy”, who has been dogged by bad luck and difficult barrier draws lately, is raced by Noel, Shaun and Jason McNaulty and trained by Jason. With a “Gavin like” drive James Herbertson had the punters biting their finger nails at the 300m before he found the gap through the
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Arnaud they scored 5 shots on the last 2 ends to register a draw. The other side had a tough encounter with Amy Robert’s side who dominated play all day. Amy is an extremely talented bowler winning a number of Division and Group events. All in all, scoring 3 points against the top team was a pretty good achievement. The last game before the Christmas break is against Charlton. We have some of our past pennant players available for selection so hopefully we will finish the 2021 year on a high note.
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