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Council Budget approved with only minor amendments THIS week at the Northern Grampians Shire Council meeting the Council Budget for 2024-25 was approved with only minor amendments to the rates in the dollar of Capital Improved Value.

Above: Matt Coffey performing in the Rookie World Championships of the Wood Chopping.

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A World Rookie Wood Chopping Champion takes the mantle AN unassuming and down-to-earth young man, Matt Coffey, who is currently doing some tractor work for Tim Polkinghorne from Marnoo, has just won the Rookie World Wood Chopping Championship title held in Milan on 25th May 2024.

Above: Matt Coffey on the podium after winning the World Rookie Wood Chopping Championship.

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Living in Ballarat, Matt is a concreter by trade, and currently just filling in a little time working for Tim on a tractor.

Matt says that although he doubted himself ‘just a little’ before the championships and during training, by the time they came along he was very ready and confident.

“I knew I was up there and that it would be a bit of a fight.

“As I missed out on the qualifiers for the Australian titles as they were just before I left for Milan I will not be in line for the Australian Rookie title.

“But I will be there next year with the trophy titles being held

around March next year” Matt said.

Matt won the Rookie World Championship with 67 points and in a time of 1:25.87 with the 2nd place coming in at 53 points in a time of 1:40.75.

A solid and comfortable win.

Matt performed in 5 components to become the Rookie Champion and came first in the Underhand Chop, which was a season best and the Single Buck and the Springboard, both of which were national records.

In the Standing Block Chop Matt did a personal best and came in 2nd, and in the fifth and final component, the Stocksaw, he performing for 6th place.

The development of the annual budget is part of an integrated process to ensure that appropriate resources are allocated to Council’s long term activities and initiatives.

The Council Plan and the Financial Plan are the underpinning strategies that inform the budget development process.

collection services is outside the rate cap as set by the Victorian Government the council has decided that the current waste levies are sufficient to fully recover the cost of waste management.

The municipal charge is being phased out and in the budget for the next 12 months this will be 50% of the original charge.

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Major influencing factors

A total of $20,400,000 will be raised by general rates, municipal charges, and annual service charges.

This amount will be raised in part by rates (residential, commercial, industrial, farming, cultural and recreation land) totaling $17,146,000.

Kerbside garbage collection services will remain stable with the annual charge to residents being $277 and for additional kerside garbage collection services, $159, with kerbside recycling collection services of $190.

Although garbage

The budget complies with the 2.75% rate cap set by the Minister for L ocal Government.

The rate cap includes the total rates (excluding cultural and recreational land and income in lieu of rates) and the municipal charge.

This budget includes the next phase of the council’s Revenue and Rating Plan which introduced the ‘floating differential’ model to the mix.

This was in response

to recent trends in property valuations where there were significant movements in farm land valuations which lead to some farmers paying a greater share of the total rates bill.

Submissions to the budget The adoption of the Draft budget for this coming year called for submissions from community and there were several of these.

A new format in the agenda this year is the printing of the questions and comments submitted by the community.

Most of the submissions related to the Council Plan and the reason for deleting some the items from the plan.

The reasons for changes to the Plan were requested by a number of these community members and the CEO, Mr. Brent McAlister, advised that in the future this would be included.

Filipino to wave their food and song celebrating diversity

COUNCILLOR Eddy Ostarcevic has highlighted the Rotary Club of St. Arnaud’s drive for recognition of St. Arnaud as a multicultural town with its support of a function of Filipino food and song and dance for 3rd July.

The food will be cooked by our Filipino community and the songs will also be conducted by them.

At the Northern Grampians Shire Council meeting of this week, Monday 24th June, Cr. Ostarcevic used his report time to send a message to

those in attendance and other councilors that St. Arnaud was the proud home of around 63 Filipino-Australian citizens or residents.

Invitations will be circulated shortly but to be sure, Cr. Ostarcevic noted, contact Mr Russell Steel (Rotary) so you do not miss out.

Above: An outgoing and fun loving group of Filipinos (not from St. Arnaud) in full celebration.

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To the Editor

Wildlife Thank you Dear Editor, A big thank you to Victoria Police Rupanyup Station and Wildlife Victoria Last Thursday week ago, I had a wildlife emergency with no rescuers available.

The evening was drawing in so with the amazing support (on the phone) from Wildlife Vic I was able to assess the situation safely.

Wildlife Vic then contacted Victoria Police who sent an officer from Rupanyup.

The officer was compassionate and thoroughly professional about the euthanasias that had to happen and supportive of me as well.

Wildlife Victoria operates 24/7 for injured or ill wildlife and can be contacted on 03 8400 7300.

Their support and knowledge is invaluable and also the way they have of talking you through the steps needed - you are not left to manage on your own.

A very big thankyou to Wildlife Victoria and the attending officer from Rupanyup Police Station.

Yours sincerely, Anne Hughes Carapooee West Editor’s Note: This is a reprint of the Letter that was on Page 4 of last week’s paper but not included due to a printing error.

Salvos End of Financial Year Dear Editor, As the 60th Red Shield Appeal is coming to an end for another year, we are once again so humbled and grateful for the incredible kindness and generosity of the Australian public.

In the midst of a cost-of-living crisis, Aussies have dug deep and looked out for their fellow mate in need.

A trait that we have seen time and time again in the past, but never ceases to amaze us.

This generosity is not in vain.

It allows us, The Salvation Army, to come alongside those doing it the most tough in our community.

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Will Victorians equally bear the cost of rising debt? ditorial

Some say that the Victorian state budget demonstrates the consequences of a decade of reckless and irresponsible economic management. Is the end result that generations of Victorians are going to be left with a bill they will have to pay with little, if anything, to show for it or will the financial penalty imposed be greater on regional Victorians.

Life is getting even harder for Victorians as the state's dire financial position climbs to record highs, with net debt now forecast to soar to nearly $178 billion by 2027, an increase of more than $6 billion since projections in the May budget.

The Victorian Government net debt remains higher than New South Wales, Queensland and Tasmania combined. With cost blowouts on major projects climbing to around $38.8 billion and the trend of greater debt and higher taxes will probably continue. There has been a $6.4 billion increase in net debt to a total of $177.8 billion

by June 2027. A $96.5 million increase in interest repayments in 2023-24, with interest repayments to reach $24 million per day by 202627. Total taxation revenue will increase by an G each year, largely driven average of $1.1 billion by increasing payroll and land tax.

A leading Investment bank argues the state's towering debt levels are not unprecedented and there is a credible path out of financial strife.

Rating agencies have revealed that state debt would climb to $188 billion in a budget which paused the Melbourne Airport Rail project and delivered $400 handouts for families, but failed to drastically cut spending. Victoria is hoping that a growing economy and a possible interest rate cut later this year, to curb the state’s $26 million-a-day interest bill.

Victoria’s interest payments Qldon government debt will become the A fastest growing 4217 spending item. This comes at a time when Victorians suffer the biggest jump in financial distress as cost 1 800 652 284 of living soars. More than one million Victorian F are living in financial homeowners and tenants stress, according to Digital Finance Analytics.

E More than 505,000 mortgage-holder households across the state, about 53% of the total number, now have more money going out than coming in as they grapple with sky-high mortgage repayments.

As Victoria's net debt soars, the government walks a very thin line trying to balance the books. This will entail cuts and big ones, but will they all impact on Victorians equally? The government is making extra cash by shifting commercial and industrial properties from a stamp duty (cost when sold) system to one that kicks in 10 years after the sale and is then annual. People using the tip will pay more and also lifting of the Fire Services Levy from where it started a decade ago to a higherTed level will impact Whillier all homeowners. Other measures include the C 10138 ending of some COVID-era employment and Q as work-from-home Peta Mandrakas reducing office space and those reduced numbers impact the desks C required. Trimming in a program to expand state-funded pharmacy and care clinics and making the money for Breakthrough Victoria, which funds speculative start-up tech businesses, stretch for 15-years rather than the original 10years it was meant to.

Underpinning all of this are a few things that might not seem obvious. One is the immense employment that's been delivered by infrastructure programs, public sector growth and things like ‘free TAFE’. Another is that the government has literally built credibility by starting and finishing big projects such as new schools and hospitals, the removal of scores of level crossings, which have been sprinkled in every corner of the state.

A final element is that there's not a compelling competing vision about Victoria's growth and how it is being dealt with. People can be unhappy about the untold millions spent on infrastructure, but when a new fivestation underground rail line opens under the central business district next year, we don't expect that there will be much protest about the cost as more people will use it, love it and

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ask a pressing question: When will there be one where I live? If you live in regional Victoria you may well ask that question. Here we have local councils that are being kept to a maximum rate increase (thank goodness, we hear you say) and we have a hospital that has been given an ultimatum to curb costs, but we won’t G see the benefits of the underground rail or any other of the big ticket infrastructure projects.

The leaked document from the Victorian Minister for Health revealed that regional hospitals were being ordered to stick to impossible D budgets and as well face closure or amalgamation. All we can do it trust that the people leading such organizations, the local council and the local hospital, make decisions that are in the best interests of the communities they Qld serve.

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Above: St. Arnaud NetSetGO team (left to right) Ella Wait, Dakoda Jackson, Leeara Williams, Kayne Williams, Erikah McIntyre, Bonnie McNally, Maddie McNally, Maria Taylor and Myah Carroll.

Back row: Rotarians Lori McKenny, Tony Marland, Dick Bray and Peter Marland.

New uniforms for NetSetGO junior program NEW uniforms were donated by the Rotary Club of St. Arnaud to the St. Arnaud Netball Club for their junior program NetSetGO. This program NetSetGO is a fun active program for girls and boys turning 5 to 10 years of age.

It gives children of all abilities a positive introduction to netball and teaches them the basic skills of the sport.

Right: Rotarian Dick Bray presents a new uniform to Ella Wait.

It allows us to support those who can’t make ends meet with financial, physical and emotional support.

It allows us to give people hope.

From all the people that we have the privilege to come alongside every day, we thank you.

The need for our services is greater than ever, with us seeing more than a 20% increase in demand for our financial relief services in the first quarter of this year compared to the same time last year.

In order for us to continue our work supporting Australians doing it tough, like we have done for the past 140 years, we need continued support from the Australian public.

For those who haven’t had the opportunity to give, it is not too late.

The Salvos are looking to raise $38 million

by June 30 so we can give a new beginning to people in need.

To all those who have given and will give to our Red Shield Appeal, please know that The Salvation

Army will honour your generosity by using your donation where it is needed most, creating the most positive impact for those in need.

To give a new beginning, you can make a tax-deductible donation to The Salvation Army’s 60th Red Shield Appeal by visit-

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Again, on behalf of The Salvation Army, thank you.

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St. Arnaud 100 Years Ago: 20th – 26th June 1924 Scouts A Troop of Scouts was enrolled by Mr Game, scout organiser from headquarters in Melbourne and assisted by our local scoutmaster Mr James Sandercock.

The St. Arnaud and District Boy Scout’s Assoc. was formed with G H Osborne – President, L G McKechnie – VicePresident, W D McPhie – Secretar y and Treasurer.

Scouts are to be 11 to 18 years old, in patrols of eight with two or more patrols in a troop, each troop to have a scoutmaster and an assistant.

The following boys were enrolled and received a certificate, Curlews – B Center [patrol leader] R Kellett, F Bilton and J Center.

K angaroos - R McGee [patrol leader], L Brabender, H Bilton and W Bray.

Owls – J Morrison [patrol leader], E Edelsten, P Osborne and J Rowe.

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There is £32 in hand in connection with the Senior Cadets, which has been disbanded and it has been decided to donate this money equally to the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides.

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Best players for St. Arnaud J and L Crone, Millgate, and B Wyatt; and for Birchip A and C Connelly, E Hampton Ted Whillier and P Green.

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Rob Haswell requested since then in the comGoals kicked for a meeting with munity’s attempts to Swanwater by G Minister Dimopoulos, have the decision Michael 2, Haynes 2, to convey the commureviewed. and J Walton 1 and for nity’s concern about “No longer is this Coonooer, J Scarce and the lack of community the era to do as I say.

L Robinson one each. engagement involved “It’s time to walk Navarre in the decision to the walk. ecommission “Martha Haylett Football Club dTeddington Reservoir. tried on our behalf to A concert and dance However, the letter have the community’s raised £53 for player was ignored. voice heard but she Allan Martin who fracCr. Ostarcevic said was ignored” a bitter tured his leg when he he was disgusted. and frustrated Cr. collided with another “To treat the local Ostarcevic voiced in player in a match held member of your own his report on his activat Stawell. political party with ities this month.

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Miss Molly Jones, sewing mistress at the school for the past nine years is getting married and leaving the district.

The children gave her a silver cake basket and a pair of silver salt and pepper shakers and the adults gave her a kitchen and linen tea party.

Stuart Mill The Junior Red Cross held a concert at which the children raised £6.

A cantata ‘Soot and the fairies’ by L Erwin, V Frohlich and C Swanton, songs by Misses L Davies, M Isaac, Vernon and Neville, recitation ‘Jack and Jill’ by Miss L Isaac and Master A Douglas.

Departures Mr Fred Straton, a native of St. Arnaud has left for America to enter the International Young Men’s Christian Association College at Springfield Massachusetts.

He intends doing a four-year course for secretaryship of the YMCA and will be away five years.

When Mr C Beale left Rowe & Sons shop to start his own business in Geelong, fellow staff members gave him a travel rug.

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Former St. Arnaud resident Mr Alfred Stair died at Bendigo age 84 years, leaving a son Jack.

Alfred’s father was Rev J B Stair the C of E minister in St. Arnaud for thirty years when he died in 1898 also age 84.

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tition, gent’s one-mile handicap and ladies and gents threading the needle races.

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Tenders The Borough Council has accepted the tender by A J Preece to erect a brick power house in connection with the St. Arnaud lighting scheme.

by Heather Pritchard

Sales Mr C Beale, who is leaving the district, sells near new furniture in Victoria St. At Mr T Ellen’s yards Wallaloo East, 1,810 sheep and at Logan 800 sheep.

At Banyena 1,414 sheep, plus a clearing sale on account of Mr J Liddle of the Banyena Hotel, who is leaving the district, which included 6 cows, a trotting mare and foal, 2 ponies, poultry, 2 gigs, a wagonette and harness.

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Wedderburn gets new COVID Updates and Developments Poor vaccination rates Donaldson Park Community Hub Victorian Stats There were no updates this week.

THE new Donaldson Park Community Hub has been officially opened, with celebrations taking place during the Wedderburn Redbacks first home game of the season.

Opened on 1st June

by Member for Ripon Martha Haylett MP and L oddon Shire Council Mayor Gavan Holt, the opening of the $7 million facility follows years of planning.

Speaking at the opening, Cr Holt thanked everyone who contributed to the delivery of the community hub.

“I’d like to acknowledge and thank all those involved in delivering this first-class facility for our community, sporting clubs and user groups,” Cr Holt said.

“This includes the very generous funding from our Australian Government and Victorian Government, without which, the Donaldson Park Community Hub would not have been possible.

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Unique cell responses mean some people may be immune to catching the coronavirus, even if they are unvaccinated.

Deliberately exposing people to the coronavirus which is behind a challenge study which has helped us understand why some people seem to be immune to catching the infection.

Above: An aerial photo of the new Donaldson Park Community Hub. PHOTO: Loddon Shire “I would also like to acknowledge and thank the contractor Searle Brothers who have done such a fantastic job in delivering this facility,” Cr Holt added.

“As Mayor, a Councillor and community member, seeing this project come to fruition from the very first concept plans through to the magnificent new hub we have today is very special indeed.

“To date, this is the biggest project we have seen in our Shire, and one of which we’re all very proud.” The new

multi-purpose Donaldson Park Community Hub includes social rooms.

Kitchen, meeting room, kiosk, bar, office, change rooms, trainers’ and first aid rooms.

In addition to the building itself, the new hub features 40 car parks, landscaping and irrigation, an accessible play space and paths and ramps for the convenience of all community members.

The project was made possible thanks to funding from the Australian Govern-

ment ($4.53 million), Victorian Government ($1.38 million), Loddon Shire Council ($600,000), Inglewood & Districts Community Enterprises Limited ($100,000) and Harness Racing Victoria ($100,000).

The Donaldson Park Community Asset Committee, user groups and the Wedderburn Development Association collectively provided funding towards the project of $310,000.

The Donaldson Park Steering Committee also provided input throughout the project.

As part of the first such COVID-19 study, carried out in 2021, a group of international researchers looked at 16 people with no known health conditions who had neither tested positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus nor been vaccinated against it.

Lockdowns sparked increase in eating disorders The Herald-Sun is reporting that a public eating disorder unit has seen a frightening jump in anorexia cases since the pandemic.

So many viruses circulating The ABC is reporting that although it is not a particularly extraordinary year in terms of flu there is a line of thought from experts that because each virus has a relatively high level and that they are simultaneous that it feels like everyone has something at the moment.

"It's a very significant thing for us to have to deal with and is creating a burden on our healthcare system."

in Aged Care homes The Daily Telegraph reports that urgent action is required in aged care homes as new data reveals COVID vac rates in every aged care home, along with the percentage of residents who have had a vaccine booster.

Qld rates of COVID on rise again The Australian Medical Association (AMA) reports that COVID infection rates are rising again in Queensland with more than 33,000 Queenslanders diagnosed with COVID so far this year and more than 230 hospitalised with it in the past week.

AMA Queensland President Dr Nick Yim has told ABC Radio Queensland that vaccination is key.

“While the vaccination may not prevent you from getting COVID, it can prevent you getting seriously ill or even needing to get into hospital, which is a good thing."

Big companies make big dollars The Guardian is reporting that Australia’s biggest companies made nearly $100bn in ‘crisis profits’ amid COVID. Oxfam analysis has found that Woolworths, Hancock Prospecting and NAB among companies to rake in much higher profits off the back of crisis conditions including the Ukraine war.

They are quoted as making more than 20% above their 2018 to 2021 average, according to the Oxfam Australia report.

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Friends of the Library celebrate 21 years THE history of the St. Arnaud Library service goes back over 150 years to 1867 when the first Mechanics Hall library was built.

It served as a library and meeting place for the community similar to what we have now.

The Town hall library opened in 1985 and the new section was opened in 2006.

The Friends of the St. Arnaud library was formed in 2003 with the

aim to encourage community awareness of the resources, programs and activities available to the library and to support the library staff.

The Friends have provided support for special programs such as visiting authors and historical grants as well

- Contributed as providing gifts for the library such as furniture and art works.

The Friends held book sales, movie nights and eleven Art shows to raise funds to provide these gifts.

On 20th June the Friends held a small celebration to mark the 21 years the group has been operating.

Above: The cake is cut in celebration of 21 years of the Friends of the Library.

History of the St. Arnaud Fire Brigade In the fifth of our series on the St. Arnaud Fire Brigade we take up where we left off with the combining of the Turncocks residence with the Fire Station.

This is an excerpt from the History of the St. Arnaud Fire Brigade and Original Fire Station 1883 by E. Ebery and J. Cameron (1995)

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Above: Brigade members in 1906 (left to right) Back row: W.E. Walsh, A. Stewart, H. Taylor, R. Jones, F. Jennings, G. Scarce, A. Hay. Centre row: R.J. Coath, H. Smith, A. Fuller, R. Pamphilon, C. Giles. Front row: A. Ditchburn, H. Grigg, H. Bryant, H. Pettit, G. Wheeler.

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The Fire Station was combined with the Turncock’s residence because in the early days, the water pressures were poor and the Turncock was alerted when an alarm came.

He could then get on his bike and rush to shut off certain valves to concentrate the flow of water to the fire area.

The Goldfields Reservoir, built in 1864 was the town’s first reservoir but for many years water was only available from a pump at the reservoir.

In later years a pipeline was laid but water was only available for short periods each day. Most water came from dams in the town in the early years.

Teddington Reservoir as the Town supply, was not built until 1940.

Arthur Walsh attended his first demonstration in 1908 at Ballarat.

Mr. Arthur Fuller was the captain and R.J. Coath was secretary.

Equipment consisted of a manual engine, fire reel, ladder carriage and demo reel.

Outstations were at Mill and McMahon streets corner, and the Navarre Road, Canterbury Street corner.

Both were equipped with hose reels.

Demonstrations The St. Arnaud Brigade attended every annual demo at the four locations of Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong and Warnambool by rail.

Arthur was fleet of foot and attended them all.

The Brigade would be given 16 rail tickets to attend.

Accommodation

would be booked 12 months ahead, for 16 men for three days at 10 shillings per man per day, plus one pound allowance for each man.

A Demo trip would cost 50 pounds. It was looked forward to by all members and a great event for the town holding the demo.

The railway station would be packed with people to welcome the firemen.

The Band went too In those days, St. Arnaud had the privilege of having the Band with them on many occasions. The Fire Board provided rail tickets for the Band. The St. Arnaud public subscribed the money for the Band’s accommodation.

The St. Arnaud Fire Brigade had a great record in the Discipline contents, either winning or being placed on more than twelve occasions.

Their Drill Instructor was Nelson Halfhide.

Manual engine

events were very popular at Demos being one, four, five and eight man events.

The St. Arnaud Brigade always competed and on one occasion won the 4 man event.

The prize was two large oil paintings which were hung until recent years in the Mayors Room at the Town Hall.

Extract from Chief Officer Marshall’s memoirs 1920 – an unusual request was received from the St. Arnaud Council when that body asked the Board to defray the cost of putting down a water circuit with five inch pipes in Napier Street to enable the Brigade to carry out a district demonstration.

Estimated cost fifty three pounds.

The board replies, “it is not within the province or jurisdiction of the Board to find money for such a purpose”.

The first Gardener water pump was received about 1914.

Charlton 100 Years Ago: 21st – 25th June 1924

by Charlton Golden Grains

Electrical Efficiency The efficiency that marks the management of the Charlton Electric Light and Power Co. Ltd. is shown by the fact that, while the current is produced and sold at a cheaper rate than Swan Hill, Kerang, and many other places in the State, the company is in a very sound position.

At the annual meeting it was revealed that the profit for the year was satisfactory, working out at 11.45 per cent on the capital.

Warm tributes were paid by directors and shareholders to the work of the manager, Mr A.C. Bertoli. Of the entire households in Charlton only 42 are not connected up with the electric lighting.

Directors were elected as follows: - Messrs E. N. Peverill, P. Spain, R. M. Klunder, E. Richards and W. Wylie.

Missing Soldier’s Fate Mrs Killeen has received from the Defence Department an identification disc and a French copper coin that were found on the remains of her son, Frank, who was posted as missing in one of the conflicts at Ypres, and whose fate had never been definitely ascertained prior to the receipt of these relics.

A photo of his grave accompanied them.

His body was recovered, and transferred to one of the cemeteries at Ypres.

Gramophone for the School The net result of the recent Ex-Students’ Association Ball was £24 16/-; and the outcome of the year’s operations is £39 in the bank.

It has been decided to present to the School a gramophone and records, to the value of £25.

C of E Euchre and Dance A record success for the season was achieved by the C of E euchre party and dance held in the Victoria Hall.

At the euchre, 23 tables were occupied; that is to say there were 92 players.

For the dance, between 50 and 60 couples took the floor.

The ladies in charge of the commissariat were loud in their complaints as to the state of the copper and the crockery; but they finally overcame all difficulties, produced an excellent supper, and established happiness in the hearts of a crowd which nearly “ate them out of house and home”.

The supper was provided by the ladies of the congregation, and served by the members of the Ladies’ Guild.

Methodist Young People’s Guild at a meeting.

Under the microscope of critical analysis, Charlton’s deficiencies were found to include the old bridge; the reservoir; the state of the cemeter y; the water supply; and drainage.

Among the good points were the quality of the agricultural land; the scenic variety; the picturesque banks of the Avoca; the social qualities of the people; and the various avenues of sport.

One writer, evidently interested in business adversely

criticized Charltonians for patronizing Bendigo, to the detriment of their home town in regard to their purchases.

Driving Vehicles without lights Five charges of driving vehicles without lights were heard at the Charlton Court of Petty Sessions.

Fines of 5/- each were imposed on Richard Sait, John Sait, George Cox, Peter Cudmore and James Cossar.

Football Features Woosang and Narraport have an arrangement whereby the former’s home match is played at Buckrabanyule, which is 8 miles from Woosang; and for their home game with the Maroons, Narraport come in to Wycheproof.

This is a convenient plan, and saves a fair bit of motor travelling.

Charlton - when the special steamed in to Charlton station, and no Micky Fitzpatrick was to be seen, Charlton was rather anxious.

The skipper was making for Charlton, to

catch the train, when he was bogged midway.

He missed the “express” but got to Wycheproof all the same.

Inter-Club Billiards A move in the right direction was the arranging of the 8 aside billiards match between the Charlton Club and the Returned Soldiers’ Club.

The social atmosphere engendered alone made the contest worth-while; and it would be a good idea if return were arranged.

The best of sportsmanship characterized the games.

The aggregate scores for the eight

matches counted, and the totals were:Charlton Club 688; Returned Soldiers’ Club 657.

As regards the games, each side won four.

The highest break in the series was compiled by N. Frahm.

Players were: N. Frahm, G. Day, A.L. Flockhart, J. Windsor, S. Lynas, W. Barron, R. Smith, J. D. Paterson, H. Davies, G. J. Johnson, R. Finn, A. O’Donnell, C. O. Williams, C. E. Williams, R. J. Crowe and L. A. Wilkinson.

(Information from East Charlton Tribune)

Charlton Rights and Wrongs “What is wrong and what is right with Charlton” was the subject before the

Fantastic IF screens at St. Arnaud Cinema LET your imagination run wild with this delightful fantasy IF - Invisible Friends.

A young girl called Bea who goes through a difficult experience in her life, and soon discovers she can see everyone’s imaginary friends.

They are the important and Invisible Friends who have been left behind when their real-life friends become adults.

Bea then embarks on a magical adventure, a journey to reconnect IFs with their kids.

This story is about rediscovering our inner child, and the themes in IF largely worked so well in times when old-fashioned

Contributed family entertainment has captured our imagination and brought us together.

This is great family entertainment with great performances by Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, Cailey Fleming, Emily Blunt, Steve Carell, Fiona Shaw.

This is a movie not only for children, but for the young-at-heart adults.

Screening takes place at the early time of 6.30 pm on Friday 28th June and Sunday 30th June at 2pm.

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An old murder leaves a footprint in history RESIDENTS of St. Arnaud may remember their local history story of the searching, court proceedings and hanging of gold miner Andrew Vair for the murder of the 37-year-old mine manager Amos Cheale back in 1869/70.

Not much information was known about Amos and his only local footprint left in time is his gravesite in the St. Arnaud cemetery.

Anyhow, af ter a recent St. Arnaud holiday stay I tracked down the remnants

and locations in the Armenian Gully of where Amos lived, the tram tracks where he was shot and the location of John Cadzow’s home of where Amos eventually died so now feel compelled to provide St. Arnaud with an update for those

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With the guidance and assistance of Jan Amos from the St. Arnaud Historical Society and going over the records of the original court documents, newspaper articles and other publications we can now report that a small but significant detail of those involved was missed by St. Arnaud’s histor y researchers.

As reported in the 1870 trial records of Andrew Vair, a cross examination of a witness, mining manager William Johnstone, in relation to what he was doing in the room whilst Amos was dying stated “I was trying to keep a woman out”.

And later an excerpt from the book called Track of The Years by Yvonne S Palmer adds “The lady who was trying to get into the room was supposed to be Mrs Cheale.”

Well, I can now advise everyone that this woman had a name indeed and was called Emily (maiden name Villiers) who was the wife of my 3rd great grandfather Amos Cheale.

In 1869 Amos and Emily had a 1-year-old son born in St. Arnaud (also called Amos) who was now fatherless and with only a mother without means to support herself and family.

The son was eventually adopted by George Cakebread, given the same name and raised by George and his wife Charlotte in Geelong, Victoria.

Amos junior/George Cakebread junior later married and had a son and daughter then six grandchildren etc to the present day including me.

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- by David Barker The key person behind the scene who was involved in making this happen was George’s brother, William Cakebread, who was a major shareholder of the St. Arnaud Gold and Silver Mine company, employer of Amos when he was a builder in Geelong and executer of Amos’ will and estate.

Further details about Amos you may find interesting: Amos Cheale was born in a small rural town of Southover, L ewes, Sussex, England in 1831.

He was the fifth of seven children born to parents Charles Cheale and Grace Goldsmith who continued the development of their family business originally established in 1760 of designing and manufacturing farm machiner y implements.

The family patriarch Charles died in 1849 when Amos was only 18 years old, however the family business continued to operate and run successfully under the management of Grace and her older sons.

After completing his apprenticeship in 1853 the 22-year-old Amos set sail for the 4month voyage to Australia aboard the ship Barrackpore.

None of his immediate family followed, although a nephew with the name David Amos Cheale arrived nearly 30 years later in 1881 to establish himself with family and resulting in more Cheale descendants and currently living in Victoria.

Soon after arrival

Above: Memorial of Amos Cheale at the St. Arnaud Cemetery.

Amos made his mining ambitions known with a mining related record in 1854 by talking up the prospects of finding gold in Cheswick’s Creek in a letter to the editor of the Geelong Advertiser and Intelligence newspaper.

Amos establish himself as a builder in Myers St, Geelong and subcontracted to Geelong businessman William Cakebread who was the head builder of the Geelong Town Hall.

We can also see Amos advertising in newspaper at the time of all sorts of building materials such as canvas, slate, plaster of paris, porcelain drain pipes etc. up to the year 1860.

The building game was not the long-term occupation Amos had in mind.

He was keen to utilise his knowledge of machiner y and sought to make a living out of gold mining.

He most likely

learnt a few things about mining in his first years from returned miners in Geelong and when he tried his first mining experience from 1860 to 1862 at Whroo River.

In February 1863 Amos must have proved himself in the occupation of a miner as he landed his first mine manager role at Beehive mine, Maldon, Victoria.

Months later he resigned and took out his own lease of 9 acres in Maldon for his own use.

L ater that year Amos had a major opportunity and landed his next big job as the Mine Manager at St. Arnaud Gold and Silver with support from William Cakebread.

Amos then lived and worked in St. Arnaud for 7 years, investing the proceeds of his earnings in mining companies and shares in properties such as blocks of land in McMahon St and

Queens Ave as well as a share in the large Bealiba Station, Avoca until his untimely death.

Unfortunately, none of this property ownership was known and unaccounted for at the time of his death but goes to show he believed in the future of St. Arnaud and was committed to make it his long term permanent family home.

Back to the present day I am happy to report Amos Cheale has many living descendants in Sydney, Melbourne and even Canada including my brother’s family who were drawn back to the St. Arnaud area and currently living in a town nearby.

The circle of life continues and I hope our family gravitate back to St. Arnaud to see for themselves the friendly local townsfolk, historic buildings still standing and mining remnants that remind us of days past.

Medical care now under one roof at Bendigo Health WITH the new Bendigo Health Clinical Services campus now fully operational residents can access a range of comprehensive medical services under one roof.

Premier Jacinta Allan and Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards have opened the $63.5 million stateof-the-art facility, previously known as the Bendigo Day Rehabilitation Centre.

The centre will provide patients with access to a team of dedicated health professionals,

helping their recovery from accidents, injuries and medical conditions, such as a stroke or heart attack.

While the newly opened hydrotherapy pool is the centrepiece of the facility, the project has also delivered specialist clinics including outpatient rehabilitation, allied health,

dental, mental health, renal dialysis, breast screening and diabetes education services.

The overhauled precinct will make services easier for patients to access, providing seamless care and improving health outcomes.

With all services now under one roof, allied health professionals will also benefit from working closely together, improving health outcomes for their patients,

and preventing future hospital re-admissions.

The project has allowed Bendigo Health to better utilise campus facilities resulting in more efficient operations.

Now that services are fully operational, construction crews will demolish the hospital’s ageing East and North Wing tower buildings to provide a new green open space for patients, visitors and staff to enjoy.

If only a Button could talk OV E R t h e l o n g we e ke n d t h e S t .

Arnaud Museum received a button from a detectorist who found the item when it was the last thing he wanted.

However, every button has a tale.

The detectorist said ‘it has no value to me and it needs to stay here in town’.

He took it to the Information Centre and asked would they give it to a good home. It was bought around to Jan Amos who said it was still dirty and hard to read.

“I think it says R Johns St Arnaud” said Jan. “I hope it says ‘P Johns’ because I had done research on P Johns a Tailor for a request a couple of years ago.

“P Johns started a Tailors business in a shop next to the Commercial Hotel (now the Chemist) from October 1888 (the first advert I found ) until 1912 (the last advert I found).

“A big thank you firstly to the finder for making sure it stayed in town and secondly to the volunteer at the

COMMUNITY UPDATE Bulgana Green Power Hub Community Benefit Fund is open - 3 June to 31 July 2024

Above: A button of a surprise was found by a gold detectorist.

Information Centre for delivering it to us.

“What a lovely surprise.

A ‘P’ with dirt and time could definitely look like an ‘R’ we believe.

Above: One of the earliest classifieds appearing in 1890.

Below: A classified appearing in the Mercury by P. Johns, Tailor, in 1909.

The Community Benefit Fund administered by council on behalf of Neoen Australia, (owner of Bulgana Green Power Hub) has $120,000 to contribute towards community-led projects and programs. Not-for-profit groups and organisations can apply for up to $5,000 to implement a small project and up to $20,000 for a large project with a co-contribution.

To be eligible for the funding, projects must align with one of the following areas: contribute to increasing health and wellbeing and environmental outcomes; enable First Nationsled initiatives; enhance arts and culture in the shire; provide advancements in education and training; support disaster relief efforts and emergency services; and enable participation in sporting and recreational opportunities.

To understand more about this funding opportunity check out the Bulgana Green Power Hub website page at https://bit.ly/4btn or attend an information session at: St Arnaud on Monday 17 June at 12pm and 5.30 pm in the Community Room at the Town Hall.

Stawell on Tuesday 18 June at 5.30pm and Wednesday 19 June at 12.00pm at the Stawell Library.

The information sessions will provide an overview of the funding eligibility, criteria, and expectations, grant writing tips, and an opportunity for you to discuss your project ideas.

Contact Rachel Whittaker for more information on 03 5358 0512 or by email at community@ngshire.vic.gov.au

Local Area Action Plan (LAAP) - Survey Extended to Tuesday 2 July 2024 Council is seeking community feedback on the draft Northern Grampians Shire Local Area Action Plan before the plan is endorsed by council.

Applications open for Council Road Safety Grants THE Victorian Government has launched a new round of grants to help more councils across the state deliver road safety projects in their local areas to keep their communities safe.

Councils right across the state can apply for grants of up to $100,000 to improve road safety, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists as part of the Transport Accident Commission’s (TAC) L ocal Government Grant Program.

Nearly half of all fatal accidents and serious injuries of pedestrians and cyclists that involve a vehicle happen on council managed roads.

The program pro-

vides grants to projects that adopt ‘Safe System’ principles to reduce crashes, these are principles that consider all elements of the road system including vehicles, travel speeds, road users, and the road itself.

Last year more than $2 million worth of grants were provided across 38 councils, including a $100,000 grant to Northern Grampians Shire Council for pedestrian safety works at Stawell

Primary as well as a $99,000 grant t o H o b s o n’ s B a y Council to upgrade the crossing at Williamstown High School.

All councils can attend a briefing session hosted by the TAC on Thursday, 20th June.

Details about the session, along with more information on the program is available at tac.vic.gov.au/aboutthe-tac/community/gr ants/local-government-grants.

The Local Area Action Plan (LAAP) is to assist Northern Grampians Shire Council, industry, and community to strengthen Northern Grampians Shire’s visitor economy, further developing their visitor offering and, as a result, assist in building the resilience needed to mitigate economic vulnerability.

We want to know if the LAAP reflects the way you want your town and region to develop in the future. If it does or doesn’t fit, we want to know why. Please submit your feedback by Tuesday 2 July 2024.

To read the LAAP and take part in the survey visit www.ngshire.vic.gov.au/Projects-andConsultation/Have-Your-Say/NorthernGrampians-Shire-Council-Local-Area-ActionPlan

Northern Grampians Shire Council - Latest News If you would like to keep up-to-date with council activities, please keep an eye out for our council news by subscribing to Latest News via the council website at www.ngshire.vic.gov.au/latest-news

New Waste Contractors You will notice new waste and recycling trucks driving around the roads and streets of the Northern Grampians Shire.

We welcome Wimmera Mallee Waste as the new kerbside contractor. They will commence the collection service on 1 July 2024.

Wimmera Mallee Waste has been working with Northern Grampians Shire Council managing the Stawell Transfer Station since 2019.

A huge thank you to Wheelie Waste for their dedicated service throughout the shire since 2013. Over their 11 years of service Wheelie Waste trucks have travelled every street in Stawell, St Arnaud, Halls Gap, Great Western, Glenorchy, Marnoo, Stuart Mill, and throughout our rural areas servicing over 6,000 homes and businesses.

In that time the Wheelie Waste trucks have collected over 4,608,240 waste and recycling bins, and travelled hundreds of thousands of kilometres.

There will be no interruptions to kerbside collection during this transition.

For all enquiries, please call 03 5358 8700.

Maternal and Child Health Drop-in Sessions Worried your baby isn’t feeding well?

Wondering how to switch to solids?

Baby/toddler not sleeping?

Visit our Maternal and Child Health drop-in sessions where our nurses can help you with these questions and any others you have about sleeping, settling and all things feeding, including breastfeeding.

This support is available for parents/carers of babies and children up to 6 years of age.

St Arnaud First Wednesday of each month between 2.00pm and 3.30pm, St Arnaud Maternal and Child Health Office, 7 Walker Street St Arnaud.

Stawell Second and third Wednesday of each month 2.00pm and 3.30pm, Stawell Maternal and Child Health Office, 87 D’Arcy Street Stawell.

Current Vacancies To check out our current vacancies www.ngshire.vic.gov.au/Careers/Currentvacancies

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In The Paddock Choosing the best feed this winter WHEN choosing the best feed to purchase for sheep or cattle, there are a few things to take into account– especially when feeding over winter.

Agriculture Victoria Livestock Industry Development Officer Nick Linden said costing feeds on the basis of energy is still the number one consideration, as energy content of the supplement will determine how much you need.

Feeding to requirements can have immediate and longterm implications.

Maternal and offspring survival can be compromised if nutrition is insufficient

during late pregnancy and lactation.

There are also longterm implications for their future growth, maturity and fertility.

Other considerations that might help determine which supplements and the quantity you provide include: Minimum protein Lactating and young growing stock (especially those early weaned) will have the highest protein demands of any livestock on the farm.

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Lactating or young growing sheep require over 12% protein (and as high as 18%), whereas lactating or growing cattle require over 10%.

Therefore, feeds like maize, oats and hays may not be sufficient for some stock if fed on their own.

Wastage if feeding on the ground, wastage can become an even bigger factor once the ground gets wet. Larger grains, such as maize and beans, may be better than small grains

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like barley.

Pellets break down and become less palatable quickly when wet.

Therefore, when costing feeds, you may need to build in a wastage factor.

Cold conditions and muddy ground may also increase requirements by at least 20%.

Roughage (fibre) As paddock feed declines over winter it’s important to consider fibre intake, especially for growing livestock or those making milk.

However, this must be balanced, as if fibre is too high, they may not be able to eat enough to meet their energy needs.

Processed grain Some grains require processing when feeding to cattle to achieve the full energy value (like wheat, triticale and barley).

If fed unprocessed, you may need to assume a lower energy value.

Processing grains for sheep is not required and will just increase the chance of acidosis.

Duck season compliance detects breaches to public safety

Infrastructure

DURING the 2024 duck season, the Game Management Authority (GMA) conducted 511 waterway and wetland patrols on private and public land across Victoria.

The ability to store and handle feedstuffs needs to be considered.

Adding a source of calcium (e.g. limestone) when feeding cereal grains will help meet the higher demand of lactating and growing stock.

As the demand for hay and feeds is high, you may be sourcing from suppliers other than your usual provider.

Be aware of introducing new weeds and think about inspecting the product before purchase.

Where to find resources for value and costing of feeds: Common values of feeds and animal requirements for energy and protein (sheep): w w w. f e e d i n g l i v e stock.vic.gov.au/sheepresources/usefultables-sheep/

The GMA worked in partnership with V i c t o r i a Po l i c e , DEECA, Safe Transport Victoria, New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Parks Victoria to regulate the 2024 duck season.

Authorised Officers checked more than 1,550 Game Licences and inspected more than 1,200 hunter bags.

A total of 56 breaches were detected throughout the 2024 duck season.

GMA will issue 22 infringement notices and is conducting 32 investigations related to these matters.

Twenty-six hunting related offences were detected, with the main offence

Week ending Thursday June 19 2024

themes being an invalid Game Licence, being in possession of toxic shot and failing to leave a wing attached.

Twenty-three persons were suspected of breaching public safety laws by entering or remaining in a specified hunting area or hindering or harassing hunters.

As a result, the GMA issued 22 Banning Notices.

GMA CEO Graeme Ford said the majority of people involved in the 2024 duck season acted safely and responsibly.

However, there was an increase in the number of suspected breaches to public safety laws detected over the 2024 Season.

— By Glendon Hancock

AFTER six selling days with consecutive rises, across which the benchmark AWEX Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) added 40 cents, the Australian wool market has been unable to maintain this upward trajectory, recording an overall fall this series, driven by losses in the merino fleece sector.

With Fremantle again holding no sale this week due to limited quantity, the national offering dropped to 27,490 bales.

With only one sale left in the 2023/24 selling season the total amount offered is set to finish lower than the previous season.

Season to date there has been 1,789,762 total bales offered, this is 43,528 bales or 2.4% lower than last season.

The individual Micron Price Guides (MPGs) for merino fleece dropped by between 2 and 38 cents.

The only exception was the 20.0 micron in the North, a limited offering of this type attracted strong competition and the MPG closed 3 cents higher as

result.

Skirtings were well supported through out the week, finishing the series generally unchanged.

The oddments had a mixed week, with the North rising and the South falling, for an overall small average loss.

A solid week for the finer crossbred sector in the Southern region, where the MPGs for 25 to 28 microns gained between 5 and 17 cents, prevented the EMI from recording a larger fall.

The EMI finished the series 10 cents lower, closing the week at 1,160 cents.

The softer market contributed to the passed in rate of 7.9%, the largest in six weeks.

Fremantle returns to

National Offering Centre North South Total

Week 51 51

Days Offering 18, 19 June 10,840 18, 19 June 14,092 31,984

Future Offerings Week

52

25, 26 June

Source - AWEX

27,490

the selling roster next week, pushing the national offering higher for the final sale of the season.

As this will also be the last sale of the current financial year, many sellers wishing to sell this year take this final opportunity.

There are currently 40,203 bales expected be o f fe r e d i n S y d n e y, Melbourne and Fremantle.

Melbourne 1134 M -9 16.5 1808n -2 17 1719 -9 17.5 1643 -10 18 1557 -6 18.5 1486 -18 19 1427 -19 19.5 1383 -23 20 1359 -19 21 1322 -30 22 1286 23 1268 24 1072n 25 731n -5 26 738n +7 28 585 +17 30 395 +5 32 297 -5 MC 729n -12 Ind.

Council launches Investment Prospectus and Advocates Videos NORTHERN Grampians Shire Council is delighted to launch Discover Northern Grampians, an investment prospectus and advocate videos last week.

The council has developed a beautiful, engaging and stimulating package to showcase its region and give people who might be thinking about bringing their family, their business or their investments to the Northern Grampians plenty of food for thought.

The package includes a prospectus document with all the facts and figures needed to make important decisions about where to locate your family and business and compelling vignettes where 19 locals tell their story of living and doing business in the shire.

The advocate videos showcase local people who love living in the shire and have been successful in business or other endeavours.

This is in response to little high quality video footage being available for potential new residents, investors and new business to view.

The CEO Brent McAlister developed a prospectus and similar videos in New South Wales and Gippsland

which were ver y successful.

"When it came to finding local people to tell their story, we were spoilt for choice, Northern Grampians Shire Council Mayor, Councillor Rob Haswell said.

“So many engaging people with great stories. Farmers, winemakers, producers, teachers.

“From big industry to small business and community members whose passion saw them working and developing their communities and community projects to benefit the region.

“They include people whose families have lived in the region for generations and those who were lured here by the beauty and many opportunities.

“Northern Grampians has so much to offer.

“Big ticket items such as the historic and iconic Stawell Gift, the Grampians National Park, the Grape Escape Food and Wine Festival and the Stawell

Underground Physics Laboratory to name a few.

“Those are generally known outside of the

area, but many other benefits of living and working in our region are not so well known.

“This package that will be launched changes that.

“A local real estate

business owner, Terry Monaghan, summed it up – ‘What we have above below and on the ground is pretty exceptional”.

Referring to the air quality, sunsets, and mild weather above

ground, the mountains, lakes, forests and industry on the ground and the Gold Mine and Underground Physics L aborator y below ground.

He is right, we really do have it all,

A musical weekend at REX LIVE-ON-STAGE and up on the big screen, a musical weekend is shaping up at The Rex to blow the winter blues away.

From the sounds of the classics to the hits of pop band “Take That”, the film “Greatest Days” and live performance of “Royal Harmony” brings a musical mix for audiences looking for indoor activities as the wintery days draw in.

GREATEST DAYS (movie) Based on the hit stage musical of the same name using the lyrics and songs from the Manchester boy band “Take That” (1990 to 1996), the movie is about five best friends who have the night of their lives seeing their favorite boy band in concert.

Twenty-five years later, their lives have changed in many different ways as they reunite for one more epic show by their beloved band, to relight their friendship and discover that maybe their greatest days are ahead of them.

An upbeat movie, celebrating the value of friendship (with just a little touch of heartbreak), this is a genuine feel-good film to sit back and enjoy.

ROYAL HARMONY (Live-on stage) Patrons, please note that this live show is on Saturday afternoon at 2pm (not Sunday afternoon).

A delight for music-lovers, and an opportunity to hear the expressive sounds of the Steinway concert grand piano, the works of Felix Mendelssohn and a selection of vocalists from Gilbert and Sullivan Opera

Contributed Victoria present the link to Britain’s Queen Victoria and Prince Albert during the early years of the royal couple’s reign.

As narrated by performer, Rachel Buckley (portraying the aging Queen) this is a unique afternoon of theatrical engagement, and all are invited to share afternoon tea with the “Queen” following the performance.

“Greatest Days” (M 104 mins) screens on Saturday 29th June at 8pm, Sunday 30th June at 2pm and Tuesday 2nd July at 8pm.

“Royal Harmony” Live – Saturday 29th June 2pm | Tickets $30 | At the door or bookings: https://events.humanitix.com/royal-harmony

Councillor and Mayor Rob Haswell explained.

“The prospectus and videos will be used to promote the shire in social media and local job sites to attract new employees.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK When debts are not paid because they cannot be paid, the best thing to do is not talk about them, and shuffle the cards again.

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ST. ARNAUD SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB PRESENTS

CALLUM GLEESON Monday 1st July - 1.30pm in the rooms at Market Street

ADMISSION $10.00 Includes: Afternoon Tea & a free ticket in the Jag The Joker Jackpot of $35.

Many raffles - $1 per ticket Line Dancers come and try out our new dance floor.

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Winter Woolies Special

15% off Scarves, Hats & Gloves

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Imelda Catherine Hewitt turned 100 on the 12th and her family celebrated her birthday at the Buninyong town hall on the 12th of May and it was appropriate as it was Mothers Day that day. We would like to thank all who attended her Birthday and to everyone who sent well wishes, flowers and gifts. Mum enjoyed her day.

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DEATH

ROUND - Russell John An acknowledged past President, Life Member and esteemed member of Charlton Bowling Club Inc. Our deepest sympathy to Stephen and Anna, Andrew, Greg and extended families From The Committee and Members of Charlton Bowling Club Inc.

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DEATH ELSO (Minogue) - Lynette ‘Vera’ passed away peacefully on June 18th 2024 aged 81yrs. Loving wife of Robert (dec) for 37 years. Loved mother of Stephen, Mark, John and adored stepmother to Mark and Leesa.

Treasured Nanna to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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ST. ARNAUD UNITING CHURCH Sunday 30th June NO SERVICE IN ST. ARNAUD Cluster Service in WYCHEPROOF 10.30 am Rev. Gordon Wild PARISH OFFICE Chris & Rob Batters Pastorial Co-ordinators Enquiries 5495 6223 ANGLICAN PARISH OF ST. ARNAUD Christ Church Old Cathedral Friday 28th June 9.30am Morning Prayer St. Arnaud 9.30am Every Sunday Eucharist Bealiba 8am 2nd/4th Sunday All Welcome Rev. Peter Downes Enquiries phone: Phone: 0412 957 383

National Water Week Poster Competition is back ENTRIES for this year’s National Water Week poster competition are now open and GWMWater is inviting all local primary, kindergarten and early learning students to enter and get creative.

Students across our service area in the Grampians, Wimmera and Mallee regions are encouraged to apply for the popular competition.

Last year, GWMWater received more than 370 entries from schools and early learning centres, across five age categories, with one local student going on to win a statewide prize.

Students can win a prize pack of up to $100 for themselves and $400 for their school to spend on a sustainability project.

This year, students are being asked to design, draw or paint a poster that reflects this year’s poster competition theme, ‘Water for all, inspiring action’ which highlights the important role water plays in bringing individuals and communities together.

CHURCH NOTICES ST. ARNAUD CHURCH OF CHRIST Cnr. Queens Ave & Alma St. Looking to Jesus Thurs. 27th June 10.30 a.m.

Faith Group Sun. 30th June 10.30 a.m.: Worship & Communion Speaker: Neale Postlethwaite Enquiries: Brian Eccles Ph: 5495 2267

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Winners from GWMWater’s local competition will automatically be entered into the state competition, with results an-

nounced during National Water Week (21st – 27th October).

GWMWater Manager Communications and Engagement, Holly Noonan, said the competition was a great opportunity for students to learn about the value of water in a way that’s fun and engaging.

“We’ve seen some

incredible entries over the years that promote water saving tips, the need to protect water as a precious resource and that showcase the local landscape,” Ms Noonan said.

“We encourage all local students to get on board and participate, and do our region proud.”

There are categories for each age range, from early learning and kindergarten to grade 6.

Entries close 6th September.

For more information, visit the National Water Week poster competition page https://www.nationalwaterweek.com.au/gw m-water

Wake up to the risk of electrical fires THIS winter, Victoria’s fire services are warning Victorians to be aware of the risk of at home this winter fires from everyday electrical household items.

Residents are being advised to keep the safety and maintenance of their electrical equipment front of mind when it comes to appliances such as clothes dryers, electric blankets and recharging portable devices.

In 2022-23, Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) and CFA responded to more than 5,137 structure fires across the state, which includes house fires.

“When a fire takes hold in a house, unit or apartment, it can swiftly spread and destroy your home in just a matter of minutes,” said FRV Deputy Commissioner Community Safety Joshua Fischer.

“Electrical fires are a common type of fire in the home. You can cut the risks by following a few simple steps and adopting commonsense habits that could make the difference between life and death.

“You should only use electrical equipment that meets Australian standards.

“Don’t overload power boards or cover them with flammable material.

“And don’t put electrical devices like laptops or hair straighteners on soft surfaces.”

DC Fischer said that people should turn off electrical devices at the power point, including electrical blankets and heaters before going to bed or leaving your home.

“Prevention is an essential part of fire safety

for your home, so make a note on your to-do list.

“It really is worth taking a few minutes this winter to ensure you and your loved ones are protected against the risk of an electrical fire,” he said.

CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said residents should check their appliances are in good working order with good air flow around them.

“No one thinks a house fire is going to happen to them, but last year CFA responded to 780 residential structure fires.

“More than 140 of those were caused by electrical equipment including appliances and air conditioning.

“Already this year there have been over 60 electrical fires in the home,” CO Heffernan said.

“Using damaged or faulty electrical equipment and appliances can result in a fire, so please, play it safe, and only use certified electrical tradespeople to repair faulty appliances.

“It’s also important to check your home office is set up safely, with no loose cables or double adaptors and switch off any appliances at the wall when they’re not being used.

"We recommend all households have working smoke alarms that are regularly inspected and tested, you can buy them for as little as $20.”

Remember, for electrical appliances using damaged electrical equipment and appliances can result in a fire.

Only use appliances in good working order.

Expanding habitats for wildlife PROTECTING and restoring landscapes into vibrant natural habitats for Victoria’s threatened species will be funded through the $77 million Bushbank program.

Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos has announced $4.4 million for seven projects that will deliver native plantings on public land across the state, including in the Otways, Berrook State Forest, Wodonga Regional Parks and the Clarkesdale Nature Reserve in the Goldfields.

The Bushbank program helps to create and preserve habitats for some of Victoria’s species by planting millions of trees and shrubs on both private and public land to combat the environmental impacts of climate change and a

growing population.

The new funding includes $643,000 to reforest land and improve water quality in the Otway Ranges by planting more than 100,000 plants to benefit species including the Platypus, Otway Burrowing Crayfish and Powerful Owl. Plantings delivered through a $990,000 project in the Berrook State Forrest in the Mallee will connect fragmented sections of Malleefowl habitat, to help safeguard the threatened species from the risk of extinction.

There will also be $440,000 dedicated to reforesting sections of the Wodonga Regional Park, including Ryans Lagoon wetlands, creating and expanding habitat for the Barking Owl, Squirrel Glider, Grey-headed Flying Fox, Murray Cod and Murray Crayfish.

These projects will build on BushBank plantings on public land over the last two

years across a range of landscapes including parks, reserves and state forests.

The program’s partner, Cassinia Environmental continues to work with landowners to continue planting

on private properties, working towards BushBank’s target of revegetating 20,000 hectares of land by 2035.

BushBank is part of the Biodiversity 2037 plan to safeguard and improve the state’s iconic natural environment for future generations.

Health and wellbeing boost for veterans VICTORIAN veterans are being helped to build and strengthen their social connections and wellbeing, with funding to ensure the RSL Active program will continue for years to come.

Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman has joined RSL Victoria President Dr Robert Webster last week to announce a further $300,000 in funding to support the RSL Active program for another three years.

RSL Active invites veterans and their families to participate in online and in-person events and activities to create and

develop social networks, enhance support circles and achieve mental and physical health outcomes.

The program offers a variety of outdoor, music, art, sport and social activities and helps RSL subbranches connect with veterans, undertake welfare checks and provide referrals to support services where needed.

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Coomealla trip for two St. Arnaud bowling clubs IT was a trip to Coomealla earlier this month for two St. Arnaud Bowling Clubs, (Country Club and Town Club) for a three day tournament.

All teams were randomly picked the night before and there were six teams entered on the first day, teams of fours.

There was some fantastic bowling throughout the day, and one St. Arnaud team did better than the rest.

Coming in third place with 70pts was Jody Nevill’s team, consisting of Jody Nevill (Skip), Phil Elliott (third), Peter Duncan (second) and Faye Rodger (lead).

Simon Elliott won a cheese platter and Phil Elliott won a basket of goodies on that first day.

The clubs have their own competition outside the tournament, which is worked out by how many shots up each player is at the end of the day, so on day one Jody’s team was in first place with

+21pts, and in last place was Bill Rodger’s team on -18, Mick Pole (third), Gary White (second) and Jorgy (lead).

Day two consisted of pairs, one lot played in the morning and the other played in the afternoon.

No teams were successful on the day, but the closest team to getting a prize was Bill and Faye Rodger coming in at 4th Place, just outside the prize money.

At the end of the day, our leaderboard was Bob McGregor on +44pts on top of the ladder, with Faye Rodger close in second place on +43 points, and on the bottom of the ladder was Mick Pole on -46pts.

Day three was back to playing fours again, with all teams picked randomly, and we had entered six

Contributed teams again.

All teams were playing ver y well throughout the day, but unfortunately no team was successful in winning any money, the winners for the day in our in-house competition was Bob McGregor’s team on +9 at the end of the day, which was made up of Bob McGregor (skip), Phil Elliott (third), Sub (second), and Jorgy (lead).

We had a couple of raffle winners that day with Rhonda Pole winning a bottle of wine and Tolberone, and Anne McNally winning a toilet bag.

They also had a lucky card prize for (lead, third, second and skip), Rhonda Pole won the lucky lead card, and Jody won the lucky skip.

All teams and players had a wonderful weekend of bowls, with only one team winning money over the 3 days.

Some great jokes were told, and fines were dished out to players/people who did something they were not meant to do.

So by the end of the three days, the leader board looked like this Bob McGregor took out first place with +53points, second place went to Faye Rodger on +49points, third place Phil Elliott on +31pts and fourth place +25pts Anne McNally.

In last place receiving the “NABA” award was Mick Pole on -54pts, 106pts behind the leader.

Left: Bob McGreggor winner of the in-house competition.

Above: St. Arnaud bowling competitors at the Coomealla Bowls competition in 2024.

Above: (left to right) First Bob McGreggor, Second Faye Rodger, NABA Award Mick Pole and third Phil Elliott.

Above: (left to right) Day 1, 3rd place winners, Faye Rodger, Phil Elliott, Peter Duncan and Jody Nevill.

The 2024 Inter-Hotels Pool Competition North Central Netball Association results ROUND eight of the Inter-Hotels Pool competition was played on Wednesday 19th June with another round of very interesting results.

Country Club two having a very impressive win over the Royal No 2 team have now moved to top of the ladder.

Harley Dur ward defeated Dillon Baldock 2-1, Grant

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Doyle defeated Toby Pickthall 2-0, Jake Male defeated Simon Elliott 2-0, Will Jackson defeated Nick Birthisel 2-0.

With the doubles shared Country Club won 9-2 Finalists from last season Farmers One reversed the result against the Royal one team by winning some very close games of pool.

L eigh Watkins defeated Mitch Philips 2-0, Hayden Perr y defeated Dave Russ 2-0, Geoff Watts defeated Sam Postlethwaite 2-1, Ben M e d l y n lost to Tom Watts 1-2 With the doubles

shared Farmers won 84 The game between the RSL and Farmers No 2 team was very close with the RSL getting home by one game.

Ned Gorrie defeated Luke Pole 2-0, Jack Ryan defeated Ruby Smith 2-0, Harr y Ryan lost to Logan Hines 0-2, Peter Anderson defeated Bianca Cannon 2-1 With the RSL losing both doubles they still

- by Caterpillar won 6-5 Another close game between Logan and the Sporting Club, with Logan getting over the line at the finish Ben Pell defeated Dayle Pitt 2-1, Eddy Swanton lost to Joel Nevill 0-2, Shaun McNaulty defeated Reg Nazifouski 2-0, Keith Turner defeated Jessie Cook 2-1 With the doubles shared Logan won 7-5.

Ladder Team Won Lost For Agnst pts % Country Club Two 6 1 58 23 24 252.1 Royal One 6 1 53 31 24 170.9 Farmers’ Arms One 6 1 50 32 24 156.2 Country Club One 3 3 41 27 12 151.8 Royal Two 3 4 44 40 12 110.0 Logan 3 4 31 48 12 64.5 RSL 2 5 31 48 8 64.5 Sporting Club 1 6 28 53 4 52.8 Farmers’ Arms Two 1 6 22 56 4 39.2

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14 & Under A: Birchip Watchem 36, Nullawil 6 Wycheproof Narraport 0 Donald 30 Wedderburn 7 St. Arnaud 35 Boort 12 Sea Lake Nandaly 23 14 & Under B: Boort 2 Sea Lake Nandaly 13 Wedderburn 2 St. Arnaud 31 17 & Under A: Wedderburn 20 St. Arnaud 56 Boort 27 Sea Lake Nandaly 30 Birchip Watchem 37 Nullawil 29 Wycheproof Narraport 31 Donald 19 A Grade: Wycheproof Narraport 18, Donald 51

Boort 43 Sea Lake Nandaly 39 Wedderburn 70 St. Arnaud 41 Birchip Watchem 46 Nullawil 37 B Grade: Boort 50, Sea Lake Nandaly 48 Wycheproof Narraport 14 Donald 72 Wedderburn 90

St. Arnaud 34 Birchip Watchem 38, Nullawil 37 C Grade: Wycheproof Narraport 27 Donald 25 Boort 56 Sea Lake Nandaly 35 Wedderburn 56 St. Arnaud 37, Birchip Watchem 33 Nullawil 32

Bealiba Hall Indoor Carpet Bowls - Contributed From way up north, Marg had come Leaving behind the warmth of the sun.

The teams were up, it’s time to play On to the mats without delay.

Kitty must stay where she is rolled Some of these shots were very bold.

Gary, Lyle and Heather, were all beaming bright Three wins they finished with for the night.

Supper was shared, the raffle was won It’s Gary again, cried someone.

A hot cup of tea, a sausage roll we seek Then back to do it all again next week.

Winner decided on countback A countback was needed to split the top point’s earners in last week’s 34th Noel Smith Memorial Invitation Drivers at Horsham.

Originally drivers were invited from NZ and interstate to compete against the Victorians but COVID altered the method that was used to select the 10 drivers with border closures necessitating an allVictorian lineup.

Currently the top 10 drivers from the p r e v i o u s s e a s o n’ s Victorian premiership are chosen and at the end of the six featured races three drivers were tied on 42 points with Lexton driver James Herbertson being awarded the championship with

two wins from the defending champion Ellen Tormey and Greg Sugars, one win each. Ellen’s winner was for Charlton trainer Zac Steenhuis.

Moyreisk trainer /driver Ashley Ainsworth won the last race at Bendigo on Tu e s d a y w i t h h i s mother’s promising trotter “Argyle Rocks”.

The 3yo colt by boom USA sire “Volstead” has now raced 7 times for two wins and two placings.

Not to be outdone Ashley’s younger brother Jason won the last race at Swan Hill

with the $51 chance “En Seventeen”, a 4yo “Skyvalley” trotter that broke through for its maiden win at its second start for Jason.

The day meeting at Mildura on Friday with a 12 race card saw “Chogi” successful for the Tormey stable.

That win was 1 of 4 wins for Ellen Tormey and takes her season’s tally to 76.

Former Charlton driver Ry a n Sanderson drove a treble on the programme.

Tonight, Wednesd a y, r a c i n g i s a t Echuca and hopefully there will be a change of luck for veteran

Inside running

by Archie

harness racing legend Brian Gath who is currently laid up in the Bendigo hospital with a broken leg.

Right: Berimal trotter “Champagnes” with Nathan Jack, sponsor Merv Butterworth and trainer Nick Youngson after winning a division of 34th Noel Smith Invitation Drivers Championship at Horsham.

Photo: Horsham HRC.

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North-Central Football Roundup Uniting Church Under-14s

Goldacres Seniors SEA LAKE-NANDALY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.3 10.10 14.16 19.21 (135) 0.0 1. 2 1. 4 5. 6 (36) BOORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Goals for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Billy McInnes 3, Tyson McKenzie 3, Wade Donnan 2, Adam Pattison 2, Will Simpson 2, Max Cahoon, Thomas Cox, Bryce Delmenico, Lachy McClelland, Chase Tait, Brody Weir.

For Boort: Tom Potter 2, Sam Barraclough, Alex Chamberlain, Jacob Coleman.

Best for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Max Cahoon, Wade Donnan, Tyson Mckenzie, Thomas Cox, Adam Pattison, Jack Poulton.

For Boort: Tom Potter, Jayden Dick, Matt Austin, Ryan McGhie, James Byrne, Jack Smith.

0.2 7.3 11.4 12.7 (79) WEDDERBURN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.1 4.2 4.2 6.3 (39) ST ARNAUD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Goals for Wedderburn: Tom Campbell 3, Oscar Holt 2, Tom Metherell 2, Junior Miller 2, Darcy Jackson, Matthew Lockhart, Mitchell McEwen.

For St Arnaud: Jackson Needs 2, Scott Driscoll, Mitch Egan, Owen Lowe, SImon Elliott.

Best for Wedderburn: Jackson McEwen, Darcy Jackson, Joe Lockhart, Michael Zelencich, Junior Miller, Danny Benaim.

For St Arnaud: Harley Durward, Zac Phillips, Scott Driscoll, Mitch Birthisel, Thomas Bertalli, Brayden Phillips.

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

1.3 3.8 3.10 7.12 (54) WYCHEPROOF-NARRAPORT . . . . . . . .

3.0 3.0 3. 3 5. 4 (34) Goals for Donald: Noah Berry 2, Blake Grant 2, Ryan Bath, Andrew Browne, Todd Stevenson.

For Wycheproof-Narraport: Joshua Grabowski 2, Nicholas Grabowski, Cody Green, Koby Hommelhoff.

Best for Donald: Daniel Pearce, Blake Grant, Ryan Hards, Andrew Browne, Todd Stevenson, Hayden Geddes.

For Wycheproof-Narraport: Koby Hommelhoff, Maysen Murgov, Thomas Trewin, Morgan Fawcett, Josh Walsh, Steven Kennedy.

BIRCHIP-WATCHEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.4 12.8 16.12 22.16 (148) 1.0 2.5 3. 8 6. 8 (44) NULLAWIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Goals for Birchip-Watchem: Ben Edwards 8, Joseph Reid 4, Ty Colbert 3, Daniel Bell 2, Nicholas Rippon 2, Angus Butterfield, Lachy Foott, Lochlan Sirett.

For Nullawil: Rylee Smith 2, Andrew Casey, Mitch Farmer, Dean Smith, Adam Thomson.

Best for Birchip-Watchem: Nicholas Rippon, Joseph Reid, Ben Edwards, Angus Butterfield, Darcy Reid, Hamish Hosking.

For Nullawil: Mitch Farmer, Rylee Smith, Brent Sheahan, Daniel Watts, Andrew Casey, Hunter Lawrence.

BYE: Charlton.

Haeusler’s Reserves

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

3.1 7.1 10.4 13.5 (83) BOORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.1 4.2 4.4 4.5 (29) Goals for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Harry Harcourt 4, Codey Elliott, Joel Clohesy, Tom Considine, Connor Michael, Cruz O’Sullivan, Felix Warne, Zachary Wemyss, Nathan Wight.

For Boort: Max Beattie, Caleb Keanelly, Chris O’Rourke, Kobie Streader.

Best for Sea Lake-Nandaly: James Trewick, Cooper Allan, Felix Warne, Connor Michael, Codey Elliott, Callan Noonan.

For Boort: Jack Dowling, Brady Whykes, Dylan Hatcher, Cameron Ross, Chris O’Rourke, Jack Hall.

ST ARNAUD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.2 4.4 7.4 10.6 (66) WEDDERBURN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.1 7.2 9.2 10.2 (62) Goals for St Arnaud: Joshua Hicks 4, George Gorrie 2, Heath McNally 2, Dillon Baldock, Riley Burke.

For Wedderburn: Chris Hargreaves 4, David Price 2, Jacob Rollason 2, Isaac Holden, Ashley Younghusband.

Best for St Arnaud: Frankie Donald, Joshua Hicks, Beau Knight, Benjamin Greenaway, Chase Zander, Heath McNally.

For Wedderburn: Hayden Polglase, Robert Tonkin, Samual Carroll, Ashley Younghusband, Joshua Turnbull, Chris Hargreaves.

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

2.4 7.10 8.14 13.18 (96) WYCHEPROOF-NARRAPORT . . . . . . . .

0.3 0. 3 3. 5 3. 5 (23) Goals for Donald: Patrick Morgan 5, Dawson Hollis 3, Colby Anderson, Gavin Beckham, Brady Griffiths, Eddie Landwehr, Will Noble.

For Wycheproof-Narraport: Joshua White 2, Rhylie Botheras.

Best for Donald: Patrick Morgan, Dylan Gowlett, Eddie Landwehr, Brady Griffiths, Jett Adams, Kalon Green.

For Wycheproof-Narraport: Hamish Catto, Christopher Cox, Zach White, Lachlan Catto, Byron Rogers, Zachary Cruse.

NULLAWIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.3 1.13 3.14 7.14 (56) BIRCHIP-WATCHEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.0 1. 1 2. 3 2. 4 (16) Goals for Nullawil: Les Cooper 5, Jack Barry, Samuel Hogan.

For Birchip-Watchem: Matthew Berry 2.

Best for Nullawil: Sol Kelly, Mitchel Barry, Jack Barry, Tiger Vearing, Tom Bickley, Samuel Hogan.

For Birchip-Watchem: Cormacc Wilson, Alexander Noonan, Matt Ryan, Nick Ryan, Bodie Colbert.

Community Bank Charlton & District Under-17s

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

3.2 3.10 6.11 7.16 (58) SEA LAKE-NANDALY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.3 2. 3 4. 3 7. 4 (46) Best for Boort: Jackson Bird, Cooper Gooding, Harold Malone, Jack Potter, Samual Toose.

For Sea Lake-Nandaly: Chad O’Sullivan, Charlie Goldman, Hamish Pickering, Angus Renney, Brayden Allan, Hugo Warne.

ST ARNAUD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.2 13.5 21.8 25.13 (163) WEDDERBURN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

0.0 0.0 0.0 0. 0 (0) Best for St Arnaud: Bob Donald, George Gorrie, Aidan Wickham, Jack Batters, Rylan Leach, Chad Hendy.

For Wedderburn: William Cunningham, Cree Ward, Deacon Tansley, Blaz Cramp.

BIRCHIP-WATCHEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.4 8.8 9.11 NULLAWIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

0.0 0.2 1. 3 Best for Birchip-Watchem: Nicholas Stein, Harry Cook, Charlie Frank, Ben Perry.

For Nullawil: Not provided.

10.16 2. 3

Next Round

Round 11, Saturday, June 29 — Charlton v. Boort St Arnaud v. Wycheproof-Narraport Bye: Nullawil

Sea Lake-Nandaly v. Wedderburn Donald v. Birchip-Watchem

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SEA LAKE-NANDALY 5.5 (35) d. BOORT 4.9 (33).

Best for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Hugo Warne, Coby Wight, Henry Cox, Cooper Symes, Ryder Newick, Zander Wight.

For Boort: Jacob Malone, Tristan Broad, Jasper Morcombe, Seth Muller, Luca Lanyon.

ST ARNAUD 7.3 (45) d. WEDDERBURN 3.2 (20).

Best for St Arnaud: Charlie Baldwin, Ned Ezard, Archer Reyne, Finn Green, Nathan Saludes, Finn Wilson.

For Wedderburn: Blaz Cramp, Miller Polglase, Abraxas Noordennen, Wayde Collins, Caleb Gault.

DONALD 8.7 (55) d. WYCHEPROOF-NARRAPORT 3.3 (21).

Best for Donald: Jake Italia, Ryan Needs, Darcy Burke, Max Reilly, Hugo Funcke, Emmett Geddes.

For Wycheproof-Narraport: Adele McNaughton, Ryder Harrison, Levi Hall, Finbar Polzin, Ollie White.

BIRCHIP-WATCHEM 9.1 (55) d. NULLAWIL 4.4 (28).

Best for Birchip-Watchem: Bayley Kemp, Willow Ryan, Jack McAuliffe, Aki Norton.

For Nullawil: Not Supplied.

Positions of Teams Goldacres North-Central Seniors Teams Birchip-Watchem . . . . .

Sea Lake-Nandaly . . . .

Donald . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wedderburn . . . . . . . . .

Wycheproof-Narraport .

Nullawil . . . . . . . . . . . .

Boort . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

St Arnaud . . . . . . . . . . .

Charlton . . . . . . . . . . . .

P 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 8

Teams Nullawil . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sea Lake-Nandaly . . . .

Boort . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Birchip-Watchem . . . . .

Charlton . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donald . . . . . . . . . . . . .

St Arnaud . . . . . . . . . . .

Wycheproof-Narraport .

Wedderburn . . . . . . . . .

P 9 9 9 9 8 9 9 9 9

Pts 34 32 26 18 16 16 14 4 0

% 208.91 218.63 122.51 120.69 93.05 89.33 78.98 41.01 41.42

W 8 8 6 4 4 4 3 1 0

L 0 1 2 4 5 5 5 8 8

D 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 0

B 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2

For 1055 986 664 735 616 737 650 374 345

Ag 505 451 542 609 662 825 823 912 833

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

B 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1

For 852 759 644 480 504 384 323 374 348

Ag 232 259 283 548 476 546 803 741 780

Haeuslers Reserves Pts 36 28 28 20 12 12 12 8 4

% 367.24 293.05 227.56 87.59 105.88 70.33 40.22 50.47 44.62

W 9 7 7 5 3 3 3 2 1

L 0 2 2 4 5 6 6 7 8

Community Bank Charlton and District U17s Teams Boort . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

St Arnaud . . . . . . . . . . .

Birchip-Watchem . . . . .

Sea Lake-Nandaly . . . .

Nullawil . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donald . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Charlton . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wedderburn . . . . . . . . .

P 8 8 8 8 8 7 7 8

Pts 28 24 24 20 12 8 8 0

W 7 6 6 5 3 2 2 0

L 1 2 2 3 5 5 5 8

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

B 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 2

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

B 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1

Uniting Church U14s Teams Sea Lake-Nandaly . . . .

Boort . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donald . . . . . . . . . . . . .

St Arnaud . . . . . . . . . . .

Charlton . . . . . . . . . . . .

Birchip-Watchem . . . . .

Wedderburn . . . . . . . . .

Wycheproof-Narraport .

Nullawil . . . . . . . . . . . .

Voting for round 10:

P 9 9 9 9 8 9 9 9 9

Pts 36 28 28 20 16 16 12 4 0

W 9 7 7 5 4 4 3 1 0

L 0 2 2 4 4 5 6 8 9

Tooleybuc Sporting Club Presidents’ Award

Sea Lake-Nandaly: W. Donnan 3, A. Pattinson 2, T. McKenzie 1.

Boort: T. Potter 3, J. Dick 2, M. Austin 1.

Wedderburn: J. McEwen 3, D. Jackson 2, J. Lockhart 1.

St Arnaud: H. Durward 3, Z. Phillips 2, S. Driscoll 1.

Donald: D. Pearce 3, B. Grant 2, R. Hards 1.

Wycheproof-Narraport: K. Hommelhoff 3, M. Murgov 2, M, Fawcett 1.

Birchip-Watchem: N. Rippon 3, J. Reid 2, H. Hosking 1.

Nullawil: M. Farmer 3, R. Smith 2, B. Sheahan 1.

Saturday’s Leading Goal Kickers Seniors Reserves

Ben Edwards (Bir.-Watchem) 8 . . . . . .

Joshua Jenkins (SLNT) 10 . . . . . . . . .

Mitch Farmer (Nullawil) 1 . . . . . . . . . . .

Tom Campbell (W’burn) 3 . . . . . . . . . .

Nicholas Rippon (Bir.-Watchem) 2 . . . .

Trent Grant (Donald) ...........

Jack Exell (Nullawil) ...........

Billy McInnes (SLNT) 3 . . . . . . . . . . .

57 28 28 27 26 25 21 20

Chris O’Rourke (Boort) 1 . . . . . . . . . . .

Billy Poulton (SLNT) ...........

Andrew Oberdorfer (Nullawil) - . . . . . .

Chris Hargreaves (W’burn) 4 . . . . . . . .

Harry Harcourt (SLNT) 4 . . . . . . . . . . .

Anthony Judd (Charlton) - . . . . . . . . . .

Sam Goldsmith (Nullawil) - . . . . . . . . .

Adam Thomson (Nullawil) - . . . . . . . . .

23 23 22 18 18 18 15 15

CHS Broadbent Club Championship

(Senior win 10 pts., Reserves 6, Under-17s 4, Under-14s 2) Sea Lake-Nandaly . . . . . . . . . . . .

Birchip-Watchem . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Boort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nullawil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

St Arnaud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wedderburn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wycheproof-Narraport . . . . . . . . .

Charlton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Snr. 10 10 0 0 10 0 10 0 0

Res. 6 0 0 6 6 6 0 0 0

U-17 0 4 4 0 0 4 0 0 0

U-14 2 2 0 0 2 2 0 0 0

Ttl. 162 147 119 106 99 62 57 54 32

St. Arnaud Football Club

GOODS & SERVICES

AUCTION SATURDAY 29th June @ 6.30pm at St. Arnaud Sporting Club, A selection of the items that will be on offer, this and much more.

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4000 Olives Helma Van Beek Michelle Funston Daniel Needs St. Arnaud Tyre Service Goldacres

Zach and Indiania Notting • 10 x Small Squares Lucerne Bales Dan Greenaway • 3 Night Stay for Two People in Torquay, Scott Driscoll Middle Creek Electrical • 6hrs Electrical Labour • 5x Bags Kindling Isaac Johns and Nathan Saludes • B-Ute Toolbox 140l Polymaster • LED Light Bar 22" Zane Bigmore • Load of Gravel (29.5t) carted locally AP Earthmoving • Meat Box QA Electrical • $200 Lyal Eales Voucher Brenda Beggs • 6 Bottles Wine Brenda Beggs • $300 Worth of Gypsum Spreading L & D Meagher • 4 x hours Excavator Work Jarryd Ezard Construction • Day Labour Concreting (Labour) Jarryd Ezard Construction • 2mtrs Concrete (within 20km radius) Corbin and Elisha O’Donnell (Boral) • Cleaning of Standard Size Loungeroom Gold Country Carpet Cleaning • Pick up & Cart 10 Bales of Wool to Melb. McKenzie Transport • Low and Slow Cook - Tags Mark Mactaggart • Load of wood (7x5) U14's • Physiotherapy St.Arnaud Physiotherapy - Initial assessments • Mobile chopping block table Ross and Michelle Kirk • "Roadie" Yeti 24 hard cooler Torin Petrie • 4 hours labour Petrie Mechanical • 2 x 25kg bags of Golden Yolk Chicken feed Matt Goode • Framed Dustin Martin memorabilia Matt Goode • 1 small truck load of mulch Greentime Nursery • 5 x deciduous fruit trees (sold as a bundle) Greentime Nursery • 2 x Fruit cakes Tammy Wright • Large grazing Box The Shire Cafe • Month membership PhysioBiz Fitness • 2 x day Toilet hire and 12 month naming rights Hockey Club • 1 hr photography session Oaklain Photography

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Wedderburn footy at Wedderburn Reserves One of the more exciting Reser ves contests we have witnessed this season.

The Redbacks established an early lead and maintained it right until the last minute when the Saints who played a much improved second half, were able to grab the lead late in the game and hold off a Redbacks combination desperate to claw back the lead with seconds remaining.

The Saints defence held firm and they turned the tables on the Redbacks.

Chris Hargreaves and Dave Price with four and two goals respectively provided the fire power up forward.

The experienced Robbie Tonkin and Hayden Polglase making a comeback for the Redbacks were very effective at half back.

Polglase showing that there is still life in that there body.

Sam Carroll provided good support out of full back.

Coach Ash

Younghusband continues to pick up possessions all around the ground and his good use of the footy brings many into play around him.

Josh Turnbull is enjoying his return to football, finding his feet quickly and getting amongst the action.

The Saints better contributors were Frankie Donald, Josh Hicks, Beau Knight (always seems to save his best for the Redbacks), Ben Greenaway, Chase Zander and Heath McNally.

Under 17 The Redbacks had a tough day at the office against the Saints.

A skilled, more physically superior St. Arnaud team slipped into gear quickly.

A six goal first term, followed by seven in the second while holding the Redbacks scoreless put the game well out of the Redbacks reach.

The second half was similar to the first with the Saints continuing to hold the Redbacks scoreless and keep the

Above: Under the watchful eye of umpire Bruce Hando Saints’ Arley Reyne gets his kick away as he is surrounded by Wedderburn opponents in the Under 14’s.

Maryborough Castlemaine District Football League results round 10 Seniors Dunolly 19.10 124 Trentham 11.9 75 Talbot 6.6 42 Maldon 17.11 113 Newstead 8.17 65 Navarre 1.12 18 Carisbrook 4.5 29 Natte Bealiba 5.13 43 Lexton 14.14 98 Avoca 4.4 28 Harcourt 31.11 197 Campbells Creek 3.2 20 Bye Maryborough Giants Reserves Dunolly 5.5 35 Trentham 7.3 45 Talbot 9.5 59 Maldon 13.6 84 Newstead 6.5 41 Navarre 6.14 50 Carisbrook 5.5 35 Natte Bealiba 4.11 35 Lexton 17.9 111 Avoca 3.9 27 Harcourt 28.22 190 Campbells Creek 1.2 8 Bye Maryborough Giants

- Contributed scoreboard ticking over.

As has been the case in all games the Redbacks showed plenty of desire but found a more accomplished opposition more than they could overcome.

Will Cunningham continues to play well in defence, marked well and held the Saints up many times but the wave of forward attacks kept coming.

Deacon Tansley and Blaz Cramp on half back flanks gave solid support while Cree Ward in the centre picked up plenty of possessions in a consistent effort all day.

The Saints had many contributors but were best served by Bob Donald, George Gorrie, Aidan Wickham, Jack Batters, Rylan Leach and Chad Hendy.

Above: Saints’ Archer Reyne shepherds as teammate Sam Greenaway handballs to Nathan Saludes in the Under 14’s match.

Below: Saints’ Under 14’s Finn Green applies a tackle on Wedderburn’s Trey Clarke, closely watched by team mates Charlie Baldwin (left) and Nathan Saludes.

Under 14 The young Redbacks started well, attacked quickly and had early goals on the board.

With Miller Polglase and Jagger Benaim busy in the forward line the Redbacks were moving the ball well.

However as the Saints settled, they started to put their game together and gradually reached the lead during the second quarter and maintained control for the remainder of the game.

Blaz Cramp and Caleb Gault on ball for the Redbacks have both showed good form in recent weeks and Saturday was no exception.

Finding the ball is not not an issue for either of them and most times their disposals hit a team mate.

Miller Polglase at centre half forward was in fine touch until a heavy knock after half time slowed him somewhat.

Odin Noordennen on a forward flank and Wayde Collins on a wing came under notice in productive passages of play.

Both showing the benefit of more games gaining more experience and confidence building.

Best for Wedderburn: Blaz Cramp, Miller Polglase, Abraxas Noordennen, Wayde Collins, Caleb Gault.

The Saints best performers were Charlie Baldwin, Ned Ezard, Archer Reyne, Finn Green, Nathan Saludes and Finn Wilson.

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A wash out then a big weekend of golf AFTER Thursday morning old farts golf was washed out we had a big weekend of golf with par on Saturday and round two of the championships on Sunday.

- Contributed Fourteen players played a rare par round with Barry Batters a runaway winner with plus 5.

Barry’s golf theories seem to be working.

Young gun Duncan Jackson came in with plus 2 to take home bragging rights in the Jackson household from brother Will even with the card.

Nearest the pins were the evergreen Bill Rodger on the 6th, the enigmatic Tony Coloe on the caravan park sponsored 8th and the gifted Jenny Lanyon on the IGA 18th.

A four ball match was played between Trevor and Lindsay Baldock up against Daniel Needs and Jimmy Coloe.

The long and short of it was a win for the Needs/Coloe combination on the outside 19th hole.

Sunday saw the 2nd

round of the championships with Jake Male having the best round of the day with a 1 over 72/5/67 to take home the St. Arnaud physiotherapy award.

Runnerup in A grade with 81/13/68 was Harley Durward from Bill Rodger on 78/7/71.

In B grade it was the mayor of Logan west Trevor Stewart with 80/18/70 from the consistent Trevor McDonald with 91/20/71 with the potential athlete Colin Reyne filling the minor placing with 98/24/74.

Nearest the pins were Harley Durward on the 6th, David Lanyon very close on the 8th, Scott Wright on the 10th and Jake Male who missed the putt on the 18th.

Leading the championships in A grade is Scott Wright and Craig Burn 2 shots ahead of Bill Rodger with Jake

Male 1 shot further back.

Jake has his coach and sports psychologist playing partners to thank for his effort in dragging back 8 shots to be in contention.

B grade as usual is very evenly contested with Harley Durward, Rob Batters and Sam Male all on 168, 5 shots ahead of returning golfer Peter Martin.

In C grade Trevor Stewart leads John Goode by 4 shots with Trevor McDonald a 2 shots back.

Next Saturday is a stableford round with the final round of the championships on Sunday.

Good luck to all those in contention.

Saturday 13th July is our annual wood auction followed by Christmas in July on the Saturday night.

A few drinks and plum pudding should

help ease the aches and pains after cutting all that wood.

Frosty start to golf FIVE souls braved the frosty conditions last Wednesday to play a stableford event at St. Arnaud Country Club Golf.

Although chilly to start with it soon became quite pleasant and the ladies were glad they persisted on a softer course with a green tinge after some welcome rain last week.

Results were: winner Alison Fahey with 31 points with Bernice Fithall runner-up with 28 points.

Nearest the pins on Weirs 6th and St. Arnaud Physio 18th was Glenda O’Neill.

North Central Hockey association results

The Saints Came Marching In WEATHER conditions for football could not have been more perfect at Donaldson Park on Saturday, and the young Saints certainly made the -Story & photos contributed most of it.

From the first bounce, the Saints controlled the game, winning clearances and delivering precise kicks to their forward line.

St. Arnaud’s players were eager and capitalised on every opportunity, resulting in a commanding lead by half time.

The second half saw the Saints continue their dominance, displaying their skills and teamwork.

With strong hands, accurate kicking and smart play, the Saints were unstoppable.

Wedderburn fought hard, but struggled to move the ball forward as the Saints midfield continued to control the ball and send the almighty Sherrin through the sticks.

Season first goals for Jack Batters and Tom Scarce were well celebrated with their teammates, as were the efforts by all players throughout the game.

The final siren confirmed a massive victory for the Saints that will surely boost their confidence and provide momentum for the remainder of their season.

A well-played game by all Saints players.

No doubt the task of selecting the best players for this match would have been quite the challenge.

Final Score - St. Arnaud 25-13-163, Wedderburn 0-0-0.

Best Players: Bob Donald (J & B Beggs), George Gorrie (Croplands), Aidan Wickham (Uniting Church), Jack Batters (Parkview Bakery), Rylan Leach (Canteen), Chad Hendy (Sonya’s Hair Directors), Max Ezard (MCL Legal) Goal Kickers: Aidan Wickham 5, George Gorrie 3, Max Ezard 3, Jackson Needs 2, Sean Bridgeman 2, Oliver Hand 1, Jack Batters 1, Austin Lowe 1, Ben Greenaway 1, Bob Donald 1, Chad Hendy 1, Harrison Meagher 1, Owen Lowe 1, Rylan L each 1, Sean Bridgeman 1, Thomas Scarce 1

Above: Saints’ full forward George Gorrie alludes his Wedderburn opponent as he looks for a goal in the Under 17’s.

Under 12: Boort 0 Sea Lake Nandaly 1 WycheproofNarraport 2 Donald 1 Underage: Boort 3 Sea Lake Nandaly 2, Wedderburn 1 St Arnaud 8 WycheproofNarraport 0 Donald 5 Women: Boort 0 Sea Lake Nandaly 0 Wedderburn 1 St. Arnaud 2 WycheproofNarraport 3 Donald 0 Men: Boort 2 Sea Lake Nandaly 2 WycheproofNarraport 1 Donald 4 Ladders pts Men Boort 16 Donald 15

Wyche-Narraport 12 St. Arnaud 6 Charlton 6 Sea Lake Nandaly 4 Birchip-Watchem 0 Women Charlton 16 Wyche-Narraport 16 Sea Lake Nandaly 16 Boort 10 Wedderburn 7 Donald 3 Birchip-Watchem 0 Underage St. Arnaud 24 Donald 21 Sea Lake Nandaly 15 Charlton 10 Boort 10 Birchip-Watchem 5 Wyche-Narraport 3 Wedderburn 0 Under 12 St. Arnaud 18 Charlton 15 Wyche-Narraport 12 Birchip-Watchem 9 Donald 6 Sea Lake Nandaly 4 Boort 1

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Above: Frankie Donald kicks the ball forward as Aidan Wickham follows as support in the Under 17’s match.

Left: Saints’ Under 17’s Jack Batters looks for options up field.

Left: Saints’ Chase Zander wins the tap out over Wedderburn’s Noah Winslett in this ruck contest.

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Saints still marching in the right direction DESPITE 30 minutes of very disappointing football in the Seniors, the Saints are still showing significant signs that things are heading in the - Story & photos contributed right direction.

Between the Seniors and Reserves, it was a combined 115 point turnaround, from the first time the Saints and Redbacks met in 2024.

The Seniors started extremely well, kicking four goals to their opponents zero in the first term, and had near on total control of the play.

The Redbacks hit back hard in the second, piling on 7, and keeping the Saints scoreless.

The Saints lifted quite a bit in the third, however were unable to put their work on the board.

In the final quarter, the Saints again lifted, putting on a couple of goals, returning to the style of play that was witnessed during the first quarter.

In the end, it was a 40 point margin.

For the Redbacks, it was enough to lift them back into the top four, and for the Saints, they were left wondering what could have been if not for the 2nd term.

Nevertheless, this does mark a significant improvement from their round 1 clash with Wedderburn, which saw the Redbacks storm home by 89 points.

Awards:- Harley Dur ward (Driscoll Douglas East Rural Real Estate), Zac Phillips (Douglas Hire), Mitch Birthisel (Country Kitchen), Scott Driscoll (Royal Hotel), Tom Bertalli (PhysioBiz)

Reserves The Reserves managed to come back from what was at one point a 22 point deficit,

to overrun their Wedderburn opponents, and put on a 4 point victory - a 75 point turnaround from their 12 goal loss in round 1.

The Reserves were sparked by some serious young talent stepping up from the Under 17s, with Frankie Donald, Ben Greenaway, and Chase Zander all featuring in the best players, while George Gorrie snagged two very timely and influential goals.

To date, the Saints have had 11 of their currently listed Under 17 players participating in open aged football, with many of them featuring in the better players each week.

These young Saints are the future, and it’s great to see them getting involved already.

Awards:- Frankie Donald (Saints BOG), Chase Zander (North West Ag), Josh Hicks (Farmers Arms), Ben Greenaway (Sporting Club), Beau Knight

(St Arnaud Physiotherapy Centre)

Under 17’s The Under 17s bounced back from their loss against Boort, with a well drilled effort against the Redbacks.

Awards:Bob Donald (J&B Beggs), Geo r g e Gorrie (Croplands), Aidan Wi c k h a m ( U n i t i n g Church), Jack Batters (Parkview Bakery), Ry l a n Leach (Canteen), Chad Hendy (Sonya’s Hair Directors), Max Ezard (MCL Legal)

Under 14’s The Under 14s, much like the Reserves, came from behind to run over the top of their opponents, to run out winners by 25 points.

Above: Wedderburn’s Oscar Holt applies a tackle on Saints’ Harley Durward as he attempts a hand ball to team mate Mitch Egan in the Seniors’ match.

Awards:- Charlie Baldwin (Banavie), Ned Ezard (Coaches), Archer Reyne (Parkview), Finn Green (Canteen), Nathan Saludes (Sonya’s Hair Directors), Finn Wilson (Croplands), Arlen

Reyne (Uniting Church), Isaac John’s (MCL Legal)

Social News This Saturday night, we have the Saints Goods and Ser vices Auction, which kicks off from 6:30pm in the Sporting Club function room.

Above: Assistant coach Torin Petrie addresses the Senior St. Arnaud team after their 4 goal spree at quarter time.

Below: Saints’ Mitch Birthisel forces Wedderburn’s Louis Holt close to the boundary line in the Seniors’ match.

This event forms a major aspect of the Football Club’s fundraising.

The St. Arnaud Football Club would like to thank all donors for their wonderful contributions to this auction.

They’re always looking for new items, great experiences et cetera, and if you or your business has something you’d like to donate towards this auction (as a last minute item) please contact Luke Batters on 0458 885 266 After round 13, the Saints have the inaugural running of the Saints “OP SHOP CUP” - Stay tuned for more information!

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