Edition 12, Wednesday 10 April, 2024

• Scottsdale High School teacher Sherri Rainbow and Year 10 student Tori Hall will soon leave for Europe to attend the Villers Bretonneux Service in Belgium on the Western Front. T FULL STORY, PAGE 4.

Bridport Pier a battle of ideas

BY RACHEL WILLIAMS

A CLEAR community preference for the new $5 million Bridport Pier is not in sight, with recent consultation revealing an equal split in viewpoints.

There is just one day left for people to submit their thoughts and ideas via an online survey.

The community is being asked to choose between three sites for the 126m recreational facility – adjacent to the existing Old Pier, at Croquet Lawn Beach or at Goftons Beach.

Consultant Nigel Palfreyman said there had been solid engagement at a drop-in session held at Bridport Town Hall on March 28.

“It has been surprising - there has been no common theme and there are definitely mixed opinions,” Mr Palfreyman said.

“There is certainly a small number of people who don’t want a pier at all and mixed support for the three sites – I’d say it’s a 30/30/30 split.

“We have already had over 230 submissions and it would be good to get as many as possible before the close of business tomorrow, Thursday April 11.”

A link to the survey can be found via https://mast.tas.gov.au/2024/03/proposednew-bridport-pier/ .

Mr Palfreyman said he would incorporate feedback into his report for MAST to consider before the end of the month,

along with details of engineering constraints and concept drawings, before detailed designs are completed for Ministerial approval.

One architect with connections to Bridport, Pippa Jensen, is concerned about the aesthetics and costs involved, as well as the impact of construction on the environment, a lack of design input, the visual impact of “a bridge to nowhere” and the lack of spending on other beautification and improvements around the foreshore instead.

“As an architect, I am pro-development, but it needs to be well considered and designed so that it can better service the residents’ needs, create opportunities

for the wider community, respond to the history and sense of place and improve the visitor experience,” Ms Jensen said.

“I also ask for better transparency around the project costs and budget allocations - what else could we get for Bridport? Just look at the facilities we met in for consultation, a Town Hall that has not been upgraded since it was built in the late 1970/early 80s.”

Mr Palfreyman said there would be opportunity for more feedback once concepts were progressed and the designs would take into account the need for a robust and durable structure as well as something that had nice furnishings and finishings.

10 Years Ago – April 9, 2014

Wardlaw wins cycling tour.

Felicity Wardlaw, formerly of Ringarooma, took out the Jarvis Subaru Adelaide Tour, the opening event in the women’s Subaru National Road Series (NRS). Wardlaw rode herself into the tour lead following her solo victory at the Woodside road race and maintained a 25 second lead. The victory was Wardlaw’s first for her NRS career, following a strong start to the season which began when she won the 2014 time trial national championship in January. “It’s always a tough one to finish off with and I must say this is the first time I’ve been in the yellow jersey and it’s very nerve wracking, but we had a lot to team support out there today and we were determined not to let it go,” Wardlaw said.

20 Years Ago – April 7, 2004

Anniversary of Derby flood.

More than 200 people attended a function to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the flood that devastated Derby in 1929 resulting in 14 people losing their lives. Many visitors came from throughout the State to reminisce with old friends and residents. Organisers Sharon Sachse and Yvonne Thorne were overwhelmed with the response. A minute's silence was observed to remember those who perished in the flood when the Cascade Dam wall burst open. At the function memorabilia was displayed and much was donated to the Derby Historic collection. Oral history was collected throughout the day and tours of the Briseis Lake and 800m long tunnel caused considerable interest.

30 Years Ago – April 14, 1994

Chemical spill in Forester River

The Great Forester River from the Hogarth Creek tributary at Tonganah to the coast at Bridport is littered with dead fish, following a chemical contamination. First noticed on April 6, the extent of the ecological disaster was not realised until April 9 when residents whose properties border the river in North Scottsdale observed dead trout, crayfish, eels and black fish floating and washed up on the bank. By April 11 it was apparent that marine life as far north as Waterhouse were also wiped out. Preliminary laboratory results confirmed the presence of pyrethrin in the water samples and the source of the chemical contamination was confirmed to be the Pyrethrum extraction plant owned by Davey Plant Extraction Pty Ltd at Tonganah.

The significance of Lodge Dorset

HISTORY REMEMBERED

WHEN NEW communities form, institutions soon follow in the form of schools, churches, courts etc. The first church in Ellesmere (Scottsdale), a Union Chapel, was opened in 1863, just four years after the first European settlers arrived. Gospel Hall opened in 1876 and a Methodist Church in 1879. The first school opened in Ellesmere in 1868, the first Court House in 1882 and the Scottsdale Mechanics Institute Hall in 1883.

The formation of a Masonic Lodge in Scottsdale began in late 1885 at a meeting held at the Court House in Ellesmere, with the decision to form under the Scottish Constitution. The first meeting was held on December 14, when visiting officials erected, dedicated and installed officers of the new Lodge. Two years later a Masonic Hall was built and consecrated. In 1887 number 736 was granted to Lodge Dorset under the Scottish Constitution. In 1890 the Lodge

Diamond Anniversary celebration

Lindsay and Shirley Walters celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary on March 28, 2024. The milestone was marked by the happy couple on April 7 at the Lietinna Hall with about 70 family and friends in attendance.

adopted the Tasmanian Constitution, becoming number 17.

In 1934 Alf Porteous, aged 54, originally from Sunderland in England, a local Scottsdale dentist, took on the job of documenting, over 214 pages, the history of the first 50 years of Lodge Dorset. He began by recording that there were very few records remaining from the early days of the Lodge, which made his job of telling the history that much more difficult. At the time Alf Porteous was writing his history there was one member of the Lodge from the original 1885 meeting who was still alive – Samuel Hawkes, aged 88 at that time, died three years later.

We are fortunate that Lodge Dorset is still active. According to the Freemasons Tasmania website there are currently 37 Tasmanian Lodges which meet in 23 Masonic Halls. Lodge Dorset still meet in their original hall, and have many of their records, regalia and memorabilia intact. In 2019 they worked with the

• Dorset Lodge memorabilia.

Dorset Tasmania History Society to create a digital record of their archives.

The records of who joined the Lodge and fulfilled the various roles over the years is truly a “Who’s Who” of the male population of Scottsdale and surrounds through the years. While the Lodge does not perhaps have the significance and standing in the community that it once had, it has played a very important role in local affairs for most of our history, and this history deserves to be preserved and treasured.

The North-Eastern Advertiser is working with the Dorset Tasmania History Society to publish historical articles so that our history, in stories and images, is not lost.

Baby Magpie joins nest

Scottsdale Football Club stars Joe Krushka and Dearne Taylor have welcomed a new Magpie to the nest, with the arrival of Archie John Krushka.

Weighing 9.1 pounds, Archie was born on April 5 at 1.30am after a 20-hour labour.

Both mum and bub are recovering and doing well now with Archie settling in nicely and meeting all his friends and family.

NORTH EASTERN EVENTS CALENDAR 2024

Every Monday

• Purple Frog Art & Craft Group Scottsdale Men’s Shed, 10:00 –2.00pm

Every Tuesday

• Scottsdale Choir

Scottsdale Uniting Church Meeting Room, 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Every Thursday

• Free morning tea drop in centre Scottsdale Uniting Church 10:00am – 1:00pm

Every Saturday

• St Helens Market

Portland Memorial Hall, 8:00am –12:00pm

First Friday Each Month

• Free Women's Legal Service

Dorset Community House

• Ladies of Dorset Coffee & Chat

Scottsdale Art Gallery Café

Second Monday Each Month (except June)

• Dorset Garden Club Scottsdale Uniting Church Meeting Room 2:00pm

April 13

• NTFA Heritage Clash Pyengana Recreation Grounds, 10:30am

April 14

• Weldborough Markets

Weldborough Pub, 11:00am – 3:00pm

April 17

• Basketball Clinic Scottsdale Stadium, from 9:00am

April 25

• ANZAC Day Services

- Gladstone Hall, Dawn Service 6:00am (Breakfast $5 Donation)

- Branxholm Hall, Dawn Service

- Winnaleah, Dawn Service

Weymouth, 10:45am

- St. Pauls Springfield, Cenotaph 2:30pm (laying of wreaths)

- Ringarooma Hall

- Scottsdale

Proudly brought to you by North East Tasmania Chamber of Commerce Inc

April 27

• Harvest Festival Springfield

Friends of St Paul’s Church

• Branxholm Market

Branxholm Hall/Rec Ground, 9:00am – 2:00pm

May 11

• Bridport Village Market

Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm

May 12

• Weldborough Markets

Weldborough Pub, 11:00am – 3:00pm

May 16

• Branxholm’s Biggest Morning Tea

Branxholm Hall, 10:00am – 1:00pm

May 16

• Scottsdale's Biggest Morning Tea

Northbourne Community Centre, 11:00am

May 22

• National Simultaneous Storytime Scottsdale Library, 12:00pm

May 25

• Bridport Bonfire & Cracker Night

Waterhouse Road, Bridport

• Branxholm Market

Branxholm Hall/Rec Ground, 9:00am – 2:00pm

June 1

• Gladstone Hotel, Lets defeat Cancer Together over Coffee & Tea

Gladstone Hall, Gladstone

June 8

• Bridport Village Market

Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm

• Winter Solstice Lantern Walk Weymouth, from 5:00pm

Info must be received by 3pm Monday, weekly. These can be made over the phone, in person or via email. Each event can only strictly advertise: date, location and name.

For more information about events, please see our website.

Contact: admin@northeasternadvertiser.com

Bull behaviour in firing line

AN INCREASE in recalcitrant livestock was putting drivers at risk and starting to wear thin on neighbours, according to those reporting sightings of stray cattle across the Lebrina area.

One large bull regularly spotted on the road near the turn off to Clover Hill winery has had many locals concerned, with City of Launceston Regulations Team Leader Joanne Denney confirming action was being taken.

“The City of Launceston's regulations officers routinely respond to call-outs regarding livestock around the municipality, including some recent calls regarding cattle at Lebrina.

“Both the Council and Tasmania Police

have attended Lebrina in response to these calls, and the Council has so far identified the owner of some of the cows reported and issued them with an abatement notice.

“Our regulations officers are currently working with property owners in the vicinity of these reports to identify the cattle in question and ensure they are properly contained and not posing any potential risks to motorists.”

One local resident said it was an accident waiting to happen given how frequently the issue occurred.

“There is widespread community concern regarding this bull constantly being on the road and the risk it poses to motorists,”

she said.

“I have been travelling home from work in Launceston at 11.30 at night and it has been lying on the very edge of the road, on a blind corner.

“There is evidence that the police and council have been made aware of this bull being a hazard to local motorists since late February and nothing seems to be done about it.

“In the eight or so years I have lived in Scottsdale and travelled to work in Launceston early morning or late at night, I could confidently say I have had up to a dozen near misses from cattle loose on the side of the road with two

occasions from different farmers and cattle just in this past month.”

Council is asking anyone who sees livestock on the loose in the City of Launceston boundaries to call 6323 3000 and, if possible, take a photo to assist in the identification process.

TasFarmers CEO Ian Sauer said it was an important issue in need of attention.

“Any livestock on a road where cars travel poses a serious risk of damage or injury if a collision occurs,” Mr Sauer said.

“If animals have been constantly on the road the issue needs to be taken seriously.

“A farmer has a duty of care to contain animals on his land.”

future for Dorset tips

SMOKY PILES of burning green waste will soon be a thing of the past at Dorset tip sites, as the practice comes to an end later this year.

Fires will no longer be allowed, with the Environmental Protection Authority putting a stop to permits.

Dorset Council General Manager John Marik said the practice was being phased out, with the last burning planned for September if required, with a complete stop by October, 2024.

Historically, burning of green waste has taken place monthly when between 400600m3 are stock piled, with no burning across the months of January to March unless conditions were favourable, Mr Marik said.

Burns could only occur with the support of Tasmanian Fire Service Permits and it had to be registered with EPA permits are also in place.

Mr Marik said that Scottsdale burns were currently undertaken under Council employee supervision, while Branxholm and Gladstone burns were undertaken in conjunction with TasFire due to the surrounding bush land and locality to builtup population.

Approximately 6,000-8,000m3 is being burned annually at Scottsdale, while the figure is 2,500-3,000 at Branxholm and 1,000m3 at Gladstone, Mr Marik said.

Council is changing its practices to deal with an EPA decision to no longer supply councils across the state with permits to burn.

“The green waste will be stock piled 3000m3 – 4000m3 and processed in a large shredding machine twice a year on site normally in October/November and June/ July,” Mr Marik said.

“The chosen dates are so the mulched product can heat up to kill weed seed, but not get hot enough to create self-combustion.”

Mr Marik said council was investigating long-term sustainable uses for the shredded waste, such as a mulch product, with use of the product planned for Council’s Waste Transfer Stations and municipal beautification programs.

Dorset Coastal Working Group Convener Lou Brooker congratulated council on implementing the change.

“As I drove into the Scottsdale tip the other day, a massive blanket of smoke was coming from the huge pile of green waste collected over Easter, pouring kilograms of CO2 into the air but worse, making the place unsafe for everyone,” Ms Brooker said.

“I felt sorry for the people who had to work there. They do such an amazing job attending to us as we drop off our waste.

“But, my grief turned to joy when I was told that change is afoot, and I drove away feeling positive.”

Fire accused awaiting court

The man has been charged with multiple offences, after allegedly setting fire to the house at about 9.40pm.

The fire was contained however the house was destroyed, causing an estimated $200,000 damage.

The man has been listed to appear in court at 2.15pm on Wednesday, April 10, on two charges of Trespass (Land), Unlawfully setting fire to property, two charges of Aggravated Burglary, three counts of Stealing, Destroy Property, Arson, and two charges of Burglary.

The alleged offender was arrested after fire investigators attended the scene and he was remanded in custody.

ANZAC pilgrimage looms for locals

SCOTTSDALE HIGH School teacher

Sherri Rainbow and Year 10 student Tori Hall will soon leave for Europe to attend the Villers Bretonneux Service in Belgium on the Western Front.

The trip is the final step to conclude a study tour with the Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize winners for 2024. In the lead up to ANZAC Day, the study tour will visit many significant locations including Menin Gate for the Last Post Ceremony, Pozieres, Fromelles and Hill 60.

All members of the Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize have been required to

• Noelene Lette presented Tori Hall with a cheque for $500 towards her Frank MacDonald Prize trip on behalf of Scottsdale Lions.

research a soldier who fought on the Western Front during WW1 and pay tribute to their life through a personal pilgrimage.

At the Tyne Cot Cemetery, Ms Rainbow will speak about how she will share her findings on two family members – Albert and John (Jack) William Walker.

By researching her Great Grandfather Jack Walker, a previous resident of Branxholm, she discovered his younger brother Albert Walker followed him to war.

She will speak about how in Albert’s war record, a letter was written from his mother after his life was taken in the ‘Battle of Passchendaele’.

Ms Rainbow will share with the group how war can have two contrasting outcomes for one family.

“One brother, Jack Walker, returned home a decorated war veteran with a distinguished conduct medal and the other, Albert, leaves behind no extraordinary record. He is not mentioned in dispatches and is survived by his service record alone,” Ms Rainbow said.

Below is an extract from the reading she will make while abroad, titled “A mother’s longing for answers”.

“How does a mother feel knowing her sons have gone to war? How does she know the children she nurtured and loved so deeply will return to her? As a mother how does she wrestle with them in the lead up to their enlistment? Does she try to enlighten them that with war comes sacrifice and death? Or was she overcome by their stubborn will and the ability to be lured into the romance of the time surrounding war?

For both John William Walker and Albert

George Walker their personal story is lost in the annals of time and the memories of those who knew them. Those searching for their story cannot refer to any letters or diaries that give an insight into their motivation, character, or experiences. The history of these men and the impact this war had on their family, in particular their mother, is something we can only attempt to empathise with.

The feeling of loss and achievement that filled their mother can only be read when she writes to the Department of Defence after losing one of her sons, Albert the young man whose grave, we stand by today to the true reality of war. She writes knowing the young child she raised, loved, and cherished for all those years is gone.

Tori Hall will pay tribute to David Royden Seymour Howell, her great uncle, at Mericourt-L'Abbe Communal Cemetery on the Somme.

As part of her study she has written a biography which outlines his life. This is an extract from her work.

“David Royden Seymour Howell was born on the 31st of December of 1892 in a town called Black Marsh in Tasmania. Growing up, David was one of four children to parents Janet Wyllie (mother) also known as Jean and Ernest Howell (father). The other three children of Jean and Ernest were girls, Ivy who married a Carrington, Vera who married a Barnett and Mable who married a Groves. The Wyllie family migrated from Fyfe and came on the immigration ship 294 on the 27th of April 1853. Growing up David attended state school and was awarded the book ‘Fun at The Circus’ by Father Tuck in 1897 at age six. David then went on to become a baker’s assistant and a labourer. On the 15th of March 1916 at age 23

Gladstone ANZAC Day preparations underway

GLADSTONE IS preparing for an ANZAC Day dawn service to bring the community together formally.

FutureLinks Gladstone Chairperson Jodie Terry said there had been previous occasions where individuals in the town had met to pay their respects at dawn, but this was a more formal way to recognise the past efforts of locals involved in war.

The not-for-profit community organisation has organised the commemoration at Gladstone Hall from 5.30am, to be followed

by the service at 6am and breakfast afterwards.

Ms Terry said many locals had stories to share of their descendants’ involvement in war and she is inviting people to bring memorabilia to display at the venue.

“My grandfather Henry Terry, and his three brothers, Walter, Thomas and Tasman, all served in WW1 and all grew up at Cape Portland,” she said.

“I have my grandfather’s original discharge papers and the framed photo behind me is a

embroidered cushion cover, sent from Egypt from my Great Uncle Charles Keegan who served in the Australian Light Horse Brigade.

“It would be lovely for others in the community to display their history.”

A breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausages, hash browns, baked beans, tea and coffee will be served for a $5 donation towards future commemorative projects.

RSVP to assist with catering would be appreciated via FutureLinks’ Facebook page or on 0418 699 834.

• Jack Walker and a letter from his concerned mum during World War 1 as researched by Sherri Rainbow as part of her Frank MacDonald Prize essay.

½ David made the decision to enlist and serve his country. He was deemed fit for service, being described as having dark features he stood at 5 feet 5 inches, weighted 148 pounds (67 kilograms) and had chest measurements of 37.40 inches. David was a religious man who was Christian always carrying a bible with him including when he was at war. Young men like David were influenced to enlist by the government. They put up cleverly thought-out posters to romanticise war. These posters used bright colours to draw men in, the posters felt personal as if it was meant for you and almost every time these posters worked.”

• FutureLinks Gladstone Chairperson Jodie Terry is preparing for the ANZAC Day dawn service at Gladstone this year.

Project progress at Gladstone

RESIDENTS HAVE just over a week to have their say on the future of land in Gladstone’s Edward St.

The parcel of vacant land will be the site of a council-led community project or open space. FutureLinks

Gladstone has been actively working on a proposal for the site and the council has opened it up for feedback, which will close on April 19.

The council has committed

$10,000 to the project and FutureLinks has also set aside $10,000, with the community group to seek other grants and funding to help with the development.

“Depending on what people in the community would like to see happen in this space, depends on who we approach for funding and how much funding we will require,” FutureLinks Chairperson Jodie Terry said.

Budget, rates decision loom

DORSET COUNCIL General

Manager John Marik said council received a “very positive” response to the community submissions process for its budget preparation.

Mr Marik said the ideas and initiatives would be assessed, costed and prioritised and workshopped with the Commissioner in a special workshop later this month.

“The assessment process will include a review of community

submissions against Council’s asset management plans and… some of the submissions may also be added to Council’s Customer Service Request system as the request may be more of a maintenance type issue,” Mr Marik said.

The Budget and any rate rise recommendation will go to the Commissioner in the June Council Meeting for a decision, Mr Marik said.

Ready, Set, Ride!

CONSTRUCTION IS set to start after ANZAC Day on Scottsdale’s new junior bike track at The Children’s Reserve near the Cenotaph.

The design includes a mini road network including road signage, renewed line marking on existing concrete pathways, a water fountain and seating, a “café/shop” play space for use as a pit stop, revegetated garden beds and new trees for shade.

The Learn to Ride facility is being funded with a $50,000 contribution from the Premier's Fund for Children and Young People, a $30,000 community member donation and funding from Dorset Council.

It marks stage one of the town’s long-awaited bike park project, with Stage Two, a pump/jump style track, requiring further funding and determination of a location before work can start.

Bad beach driving behaviour targeted

A NUMBER of drivers were reprimanded across the Easter period, as Tasmania Police joined with RoadsTas transport inspectors and Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service rangers to conduct a road safety operation in Bellingham and Bridport.

The operation targeted drivers of motor vehicles using the Bellingham to Bridport Traverse, within the Double Sandy Capes Conservation Area.

Drones were also used as officials patrolled the sand dunes and beach areas.

While no drivers were found to be driving in excess of the prescribed blood alcohol limit, nine vehicles were issued with major defect notices.

Police reminded beach goers that all normal registration and licensing requirements and road rules apply in the area, the same as any public street.

Elevating customer experiences

• The region’s tourism and hospitality business professionals were provided with the latest tips from the Tasmanian Hospitality Association and Visit North Tas at a function at Bo&Barn last month.

• THA’s Darren Martello with Megan Jensen, Jess Wheelan and Phil Bennett.

ALMOST 50 local operators last month attended a briefing session aimed at providing tips to improve visitor and customer satisfaction, as part of an update from Visit North Tasmania and the Tasmanian Hospitality Association to promote the THA’s Great Customer Experience program.

Attendees at the event, held at Jetsonville’s Bo&Barn, heard insights from VNT CEO Tracey Mallett and the THA’s Dave Noonan and Darren Martello.

“The Dorset Council Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw was also very interested in what we had to say about improving the visitor experience in the North-East, as was the President of the Chamber of Commerce, Maria Branch,” Mr Martello said.

“Some businesses attending had engaged with

BRIDPORT!

WE’RE HITTING THE ROAD

This is an opportunity for those interested in joining our community, as well as our current families, to join us in a relaxed setting, to have any questions answered regarding College life, Scholarship opportunities, and much more.

Sunday 21 April at 12:00 pm – The Bridport Bunker Club RSVP essential. Please register your attendance at www.soc.tas.edu.au/regional Questions? Please contact Nardia Deverell (03) 6336 3407 nardia.deverell@soc.tas.edu.au

• Stacey Miller, Justin Wiggins, Cathy Willis, Bob Willis and Taylor Clyne-Smith.

the GCE previously and the overall response to the information was extremely positive,” Mr Martello said.

“Operators from Derby, which is still riding the amazing wave of mountain bike-led tourism, were very keen to engage and discuss how we can make sure they remain a premium destination.

“Even the local service station wanted to get involved along with the hospitality venues as they have so many visitors asking questions about the area and its attractions every day.

“The Blue Derby Foundation which provides oversight of the mountain bike trails and experience is very keen to engage with the GCE and encourage local businesses to get on board and expressed interest in a Derby Great Community Experience session for the town.”

We look forward to welcoming you!

• Clippings from past North-Eastern Advertiser Harvest Festival reports.

Celebrating a decade of harvest festival fun

THE 10TH Anniversary Harvest Festival organised by the Friends of St Paul’s at Springfield is nearing, albeit slightly later than in previous years.

Friends of St Paul’s publicity officer Merrilyn Lette remembers the first festival a decade ago.

“We took ownership of the cemetery and the old St Paul’s building in August 2013 and held our first Harvest Festival in March 2014,” Mrs Lette said.

“Since that first gathering to celebrate the wonderful diverse bounty produced in our district, and those who work so hard to bring it to us, the event has certainly grown.

“There is a wider range of goods for sale, food vans, and games to keep children entertained.

“We continue to celebrate and bless the harvest but it’s now a day resembling an English country fete.

“Looking back on the earlier photos we see many familiar faces, some sadly are no longer with us but we also see those who were then small children now growing into adults.”

The Harvest Festival will be held on Saturday, April 27 with gates open at 10am.

The Blessing of the Harvest will take place at 11am followed by the announcement of the heaviest pumpkin entered in the Larry Gofton Memorial Pumpkin Competition.

“We are a month later than we usually have the event, which means those pumpkins have an extra couple

Herding workers to dairy career

A PUSH is on by the dairy industry to increase employment in the sector with one North-East farmer helping lead the charge to address workforce challenges, as half of the country’s dairy farms seek workers.

Dairy Farmer Marcus Haywood is one of many Australian farmers shining a light on career opportunities in a new campaign by Dairy Australia.

Mr Haywood works at Telita Dairy in Derby with a herd of 750 cows. He was born and raised on farms and has spent 16 years of his career in the dairy industry and is now promoting the satisfaction he gets from caring for his cattle and spending time in the great outdoors each day.

“After starting out studying a Certificate II in Engineering straight out of school, I realised how much I preferred being outdoors in the natural environment,” Mr Haywood said.

“I love working with animals and caring for the cows every day brings me so much joy. I came to understand just how important the role of animal husbandry is.

“I’m proud of the work us dairy farmers do - we’re contributing to the local economy, creating jobs in regional communities, and best of all, knowing that I helped put the milk in my daughter’s strawberry milkshake is pretty special.”

Dairy Australia’s National People Lead, Mick Fuller said new research by the organisation showed Australians were attracted to the prospect of dairy farming and the opportunities for career progression it presented.

“In fact, almost 8 out of 10 regional Australian adults agree that after seeing Dairy Australia’s ‘A job in dairy matters’ marketing campaign, they feel more positive towards jobs on a dairy farm.

“One in two dairy farmers are seeking people to work on farm.”

For more information you can visit the Dairy Jobs Matter website and jobs board, which connects job seekers with vacancies in the industry.

of weeks to finish growing,” Mrs Lette said.

The prize money of $500 for the heaviest pumpkin is donated by the Gofton family in memory of Larry, who was a keen veggie grower and a great supporter of St Paul's.

An auction sale of goods will also take place during the event.

“There certainly be cakes, sourdough bread, preserves, pickles, fresh garden vegetables and there’s sure to a surprise or two,” she said.

“We never know for sure what will be donated for sale until the day, but any donated goods are most gratefully accepted. The raffle will be drawn following the auction and all tickets will be sold on the day.”

• Derby's Marcus Haywood is a new poster boy for the dairy industry as it seeks to fill a large gap in worker numbers across the country.

New lease on life for Branxholm Hotel

AFTER TAKING over the Branxholm Hotel a week ago, Gladstone Hotel owners Cathy and Bob Willis hit the ground running, having a stellar opening weekend with much support from the locals and their regulars from Gladstone.

It's already having a positive effect on the community, with additional local staff hired to help in the day to day operations of the hotel, after it was handed over to them with one existing staff member.

The Branxholm Hotel will be open seven days a week and operating under the same menu as Gladstone with all the traditional favourites including Thursday night pot and parmis for $20.

“We have the bottle shop for customers and the hotel accommodation is going to continue,” Cathy said.

Both hotels that Cathy and Bob manage will have a strong focus on events that connect the community. when it comes to events.

This Saturday April 13 will see just that happen with the third annual North East Poker Run, with Branxholm being

“I want to build on the existing elements of the hotel and really get the community involved,” Cathy said. They’re taking their last three years of learnings from the Gladstone Hotel and transferring what makes that great across to their new venture.

the lunch venue and Gladstone being the smorgasbord dinner venue for $25 per person, bookings 03 6357 2143.

There will be free entry, live music with The Smokin Elmores from 8:30pm till late and all the proceeds will be donated to the Black Dog Institute.

A week later the Branxholm Hotel will be holding a grand “under new management” opening on Saturday April 20, that is set to include a band, face painting, lucky door prizes and give aways.

Cathy says “There will be pleny more events to come to life yet so to keep updated with everything Branxholm Hotel related on their Facebook page.”

• Behind the bar of the Branxholm Hotel is new manager Cathy Willis.

Eggcellent fun at Easter celebrations

PERFECT WEATHER abounded as Easter was celebrated in style across the Dorset community. Among the celebrations were egg hunts in Bridport and Scottsdale, a children’s disco, a number of traditional church services and plenty of fishing on calm waters across the coast.

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Addison Young with the Easter Bunny.

Bec Smith with Miguel and the Easter Bunny at the Better Health 4 Dorset event.

Emily Sykes with Leo and Paton.

Skyla Hughes with the Easter Bunny.

Sophie Binns with the Easter Bunny.

Jude Mainwaring with granddaughters Frankie, Annabelle and Sophie Glasson.

Kathy Dolega and Granddaughter Imogen Smythe.

Olivia Lovell enjoying the egg hunt at Bridport.

Sopheena Simmons and daughter Mayla Simmons

LOHREY, Malvin Roy

Sincere condolences to Mal’s family.

Mal worked tirelessly on the Rail Trail, assisted with other Rotary projects in our community, and was a valued member of our “Friends of Rotary” Club. He will be sadly missed by the Rotary Club of Scottsdale. Rest In Peace.

Talented trio on the ball

• Jorja Haberle, Ruby Hall,Taia Lette have been given their Tassie guernseys for the U18 Talent League.

Three North-East girls have been selected in the under 18 Coates Talent League, the highest level of football for their age.

The trio of Jorja Haberle, Ruby Hall and Taia Lette are part of a 43 girl squad and have just started their roster, with a team of 24 selected from the squad to play each week.

On Sunday, Ruby and Jorja were selected to play the Victorian team Oakleigh Chargers, going down by a narrow five points. Taia was named an emergency.

Tassie has a bye this week before they travel to Sydney to take on the Giants Academy. The league is a breeding ground for the AFLW and the young sportswomen have been training three times a week since November in a bid to impress.

With a lot of testing days and practice matches in between they were selected at the start of March and their season will run until September.

The state of the game

FOOTY FLASHBACKS

BY MICHAEL FINLAYSON

A LOT of football fans in Tasmania would be pleased with the news that our state will have a team in the AFL in 2028 and rightly so.

Many Scottsdale supporters will remember that way back in 1972 five Magpie stars were selected in the state team to play in Perth, Western Australia. They were Scottsdale Coach Bob Wilson, Max Hadley, Lance Styles, Stephen Nichols and Jim Leitch. Wilson coached Scottsdale to three premierships and a State title in 1973. He had played four games for Essendon in 1966.

Max Hadley was Scottsdale’s first Hec Smith Medallist in 1972 and won a best

and fairest at Glenorchy.

Lance Styles played three games for Carlton in 1973-74 and won the VFA division two best and fairest award in 1978 playing for Waverley.

Stephen Nichols became Scottsdale’s second Hec Smith Medallist in 1977. He played in several Magpie premierships and also trained with the Melbourne Football Club.

Jim Leitch played 12 games for Melbourne in 1964 and became a Scottsdale player after turning down an offer from Fitzroy. He was selected in the 1972 All Australian team at the end of the carnival. A great effort considering Tasmania lost all three of their games. Apart from Lance Styles, Wilson, Hadley, Nichols and Leitch all finished their careers in the local N.E.F.U competition.

Scottsdale soldiers making the mark

BY CAPTAIN JOANNE LECA

WHEN TWO soldiers from Scottsdale joined the Army, they never imagined they could continue playing football at work or be selected for the Army National Football team.

Privates Bonnie Farrell and Ruby Slater, together with mate Private Sophie Elias decided to sign up to join the national team.

All three are friends who work in logistics at the 9th Force Support Battalion.

The Woman’s Australian Army Aussie Rules Football team compete against Air Force and Navy for title championships at the Australian Aussie Rules National Carnival.

The game has been played around the globe by service men and women as a means of recreation and friendly rivalry.

Private Farrell, who plays forward position with the Army Aussie Rules team, said when it came to selection, she just got lucky.

“I wasn’t sure I was going to make it in, selection for the national team is pretty competitive,” Private Farrell said.

“But I had the right sergeant who believed in me and was willing to support me through the process to join.

“Now I’m part of the team, I get to travel and meet a community of people from all services.

“It’s a pretty good gig.”

Privates Farrell and Slater grew up in Scottsdale and have played the game since they were young kids.

“We’ve played together for a long time –there were no female teams when we were younger, so we grew up playing with the boys,” Private Farrell said.

“We were excited to play in the same team again, especially since we’re also in the same unit.

“I think it pretty cool that Army has given us this opportunity to play as a team.”

The woman’s Army Aussie Rules team won their first game against the Air Force National team last month.

Riders gravitate to Derby

DERBY WILL be a hive of activity this weekend when it hosts the final round of the Tas Gravity Enduro Series from April 12-15.

More than 250 riders from across the state and mainland will be looking to round out their placing on the granite slab trails Derby is famous for.

The main race will kick off at 9am on Sunday with a support race held on Saturday from 1pm after the practice day formalities.

Riders are self-sufficient all race day and are required to ride to each stage before “sending it full noise on their descents” to gain the quickest time.

It’s an art of both skill, speed and endurance, Tas Gravity Director Mark

McCann said.

Mr McCann said Derby was the biggest event on the gravity calendar and would not disappoint for spectators with Tassie’s best racers to cheer on.

“We’re expecting more than 400 spectators to rain down on the township and this course is really cool for getting right amongst the action,” he said.

Organisers are encouraging those attending to make as much noise as they can.

“One of the best places to spectate will be on Kookaburra Rock situated on the trail Cuddles,” he said.

“The course is epic with trails like Roxanne, Big Mumma, Krushkas Sprint and Kumma Gutza.

“And we have festivities throughout to really match the vibe – not to mention it’s the first weekend of school holidays so it’s going to be a big one.”

Local favourite Harvey Lee is currently sitting second on the ladder in the Men’s Elite section and he will be looking to reclaim his State Champion title.

“Harvey used to work in Derby so there will be a lot of support for him.”

In the elite women’s both Lacey Adams and Taylah Sherriff are ones to look out for.

“This event is big on families - a great example is the Russell family of Tasmania they have four kids that race as well as the parents which is really cool,” Mr McCann said.

That’s a wrap on swim season

SCOTTSDALE

AQUATIC Centre has closed for the season after a summer of solid swim and leisure sessions.

“It's been a fantastic season, and we're so grateful to have welcomed so many people through the gates to enjoy their swimming with us,” Manager Jane Kilburn said.

“We have taught over 200 children from the Dorset community swimming and water safety lessons, held aqua

fitness classes for four months and welcomed many lap swimmers from all over the world to enjoy our facility.

“It has also been rewarding to see community groups such as the Scottsdale Swimming Club, New Horizons, Scottsdale Football Club and Jetsonville playgroup all make use of the opportunities for health and fitness that the facility offers.

“We welcomed many schools from

inside and outside the Dorset region, including Big Picture School, Queechy High School and Beaconsfield Primary.”

The facility will reopen in early November with opening times and some new activities to be announced closer to the time, Ms Kilburn said.

“Anyone wishing to provide feedback on the facility and its activities can log on to the council website to access the feedback form,” she said.

• Privates Bonnie Farrell and Ruby Slater, together with mate Private Sophie Elias are combining their love of Aussie Rules with army life.

• A rider tackling Return to Sender in the heckle zone at last year’s event.

Those not competing are encouraged to participate in the Derby Gals Ride leaving the trailhead at 9am on Saturday or Monday’s Party Lap Shuttles from 10am with the Derby MTB Club.

The end of season race presentations will take place at Lot40 from 4pm on Sunday afternoon with live music to follow.

• Saying goodbye to the sun with the closure of the Scottsdale Aquatic Centre for the winter break.

Junior Magpies enjoy two wins

SCOTTSDALE ’ S UNDER 14 girls and Under 16 boys both won their matches against Tamar on Sunday in front of an appreciative home crowd.

The girls kept Tamar goalless in an impressive performance led by Amelia Carter who was once again among their best players.

Abby Samec with three goals and Tilly Smith with a couple were also prominent in the important victory.

The Under 16 boys continued their good form with another comfortable win by more than seven goals.

Deagen Young and Lochie Bowerman showed no ill effects from their debuts with the senior team on Saturday, while left footers Blake Hall and Jamieson Nunn used the ball well all day.

The Under 12 boys were beaten but not disgraced. Max Hilder, in only his second game, showed plenty of promise and was well backed up by Tommy Carter, Ethan

Morice and Archie Fish.

The Under 14 boys were well beaten by a very slick outfit but persisted throughout.

Taylor Heazlewood, Fergus Burns and Wes Styles were among their best players.

RESULTS

Under 12s: Tamar 10.6 (66) d Scottsdale 2.0 (12). Goals: Charlie Howlett, Mac Bingley. Best: Max Hilder, Archie Fish, Thomas Carter, Ethan Morice, Charlie Howlett, Mac Bingley.

Under 14s (Div 1): Tamar 20.10 (130) d Scottsdale 0.0(0). Best: Taylor Heazlewood, Fergus Burns, Wesley Styles, Harrison Murphy, Declan Knight, Chase McMahon

Under 14

Girls: Scottsdale 7.4 (46) d Tamar 0.2 (2). Goals: Abby Samec 3, Tilly Smith 2, Eneni Natoba, Madden Wood. Best: Amelia Carter, Madden Wood, Abby Samec, Catherine Coxen, Matilda Cassidy, Tillie Smith.

Under 16s (Div 1): Scottsdale 14.13 (97) d Tamar 8.4 (52). Goals: Deagen Young 3, Blake Hall 3, Andy Heazlewood 2, Conner Riggall 2, Jesse Wallner, Jack Burke, Jackson Murphy, Lochlan Bowerman

Best: Deagen Young, Lochlan Bowerman, Blake Hall, Jack Burke, Jamieson Nunn, Andy Heazlewood.

Games Sunday 14 April

Venues and times according to PlayHQ as follows. Please check playhq/facebook page/group chats for any changes.

Under 9s v South at Youngtown 8:30am. Under 10s v George Town at George Town 8:30am. Under 11 girls v Prospect at Gallagher Park 10:40am.

Under 12s v East Coast Swans at Pyengana 9:30am. Under 14 girls v East Coast Swans at Pyengana 10:50am.

Under 14s v East Coast Swans at Pyengana 12:10pm. Under 16s v South at Youngtown 2:40pm.

• U/16s Jamieson Nunn attempting to mark the ball.

• Andy Heazlewood named as one of the best for the U/16s.

Pennant season wraps up for Scottsdale bowls

BY JAN FOSTER

OUR 23/24 pennant season has almost come to end with our last roster games being played last Thursday, April 4 with both divisions played at Scottsdale.

Division 2 played Bridport and came home winners 72 shots to 54, giving us an across the greens win of 12 points.

Well done skip Graeme Walsh, Cindy Walsh, Peter Fogarty and Trevor Jessup having a 25 to 18 win.

Skip Mike Hansell, Nerina Hansell, Helen Pola and Neville were also winners on the day 22 to 17 and, last but certainly not least, skip John Dennis, Kevin Coates, Tony Giunta and Arch Ranson had a resounding

win of 30 to 19. Nice to see Arch back on the rink contributing to a great win on the day.

Div. 4 played Launceston and were all on top of their game, hoping to get a good total points score to give them a slight chance of making the finals but unfortunately missed out to Trevallyn.

Skip Kath Ginn, Danny Donaldson, Brian Walsh and Merv Chilcott went down by just 1 shot losing 20 to 21.

Chris Coates skipped with David Ezzy, Kerrie Donaldson and Phil Hay had a good win 27 to 16.

Finally, our other team skipped by Tony Williams with Diane Williams, Marie Charlton and Jeremy Carins won 19 to 15.

Big congratulations to our Thursday Divisions 2 and our Saturday Division 3 who ended up in the top four of their divisions ladders and being eligible for the finals.

Saturday saw Scottsdale Division 3 travel to Deloraine to play Cosgrove Park in a very exciting final that came down to the last end with a brilliant win to advance Div. 3 to the next round.

Skip Graeme Walsh, Cindy Walsh, Jan Foster and Tony Giunta lost by 1 on the last end, 18 to 19.

Skip Merv Chilcott, Trevor Jessup, Kevin Coates and Tony Williams won 23 to 15 and skip Sam Knight, Kerry Hayes, Pat Bennett and Kath Ginn lost 20 to 23. What a great

game was played by skip Merv Chilcott and team.

As each team finished all holding their breath as Scottsdale came home winners.

Again on Sunday, in less than pleasant weather, Div. 3 headed back to Deloraine to play in the 2nd Semi against L.B.C. but went down 49 to 64.

All teams played their best but it was not to be Scottsdale’s day. Congratulations to all players getting as far as we did in the finals.

Saturday morning social morning bowls will begin on Saturday May 1 at 9.30 for 10.00 am start. It’s a fun morning, a great social get together with heaps of laughs happening on the day.

BRIDPORT GOLF CLUB

SATURDAY, APRIL 6

STABLEFORD

Women’s Winner: Linda Noonan 32. R/Up: Karlene Cuthbertson 31 c/b June Atkinson. NTP 9/18: Karlene Cuthbertson. Men’s

Division 1 Winner: Damien Hyland 36. R/

Up: Will Homan 35. 3rd: Bob Murgatroyd 34. Men’s Division 2 Winner: Curt Nicholls 39. R/

Up: Fergus Stewart 38. 3rd: Bob Laird 36 c/b

Gary Lockhart. NTP 3/12: Jason Cochrane. 4th: Dougie Warren. Longest Putt over the Field 6/15: Kevin Russell. Friday Flappers: David Bird 20

Next Week: Stroke/Monthly Trophy - Moorina Tournament

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3

Davies. Silver Spoon: Karlene Cuthbertson 71

International Bowl: Silver - Raylene Taylor 77, Bronze 1 - Karlene Cuthbertson 71, Bronze 2 - Helen Davies 85. Croquet: Margaret Smith - draw. Linda Rosevear - Long Hoop Chris Russell- In off.

SCOTTSDALE GOLF CLUB

SATURDAY, APRIL 6

MONTHLY MEDAL

Winner: Rob Shea 62 nett. R/Up: Rob Kerrison 67 nett. Others: Kate Gofton 70, Barry Pickett 70, Cameron Dobson 71, Graeme Booth 71. Putting: Craig Styles 25 putts. NTP 1/10: Shaun Krushka. NTP 5/14: Tas Mundy. Longest Putt 4/13: Rob Shea. Longest Putt

Monthly Trophy Winner: Karlene Cuthbertson 71. NTP 3/12: Raylene Taylor. Putting: Raylene Taylor 30 c/b Maree Bauld. Men's Winner: Lindsay Freeland 28. Longest Putt 9/18: Helen

9/18: Bill Fahey.

TUESDAY, APRIL 2

WET WEATHER STABLEFORD

Winner: Lorissa Dobson, 38 points. R/Up: Tracey Taylor 28 points c/b Greg Blackwell Gobblers - Cameron Dobson, David Knight

RINGAROOMA GOLF CLUB

SUNDAY, APRIL 7

PINEHURST

Winners: Troy Harper & Stuart Worker - 57 nett. R/Up: Robert Bennett & Billy Torrents - 62.5 nett. 3rd Nick Sutton & Corey Fennell - 63.5 C/B. NTP 5/14: S Worker. NTP 7/16: R Bennett

MOORINA GOLF CLUB

SATURDAY, APRIL 6

JOSIES DAY STABLEFORD

Mens: L. Rattray 38, K.F. Wagner 34, J. Balfe,

G. Taylor, B. Nichols 31. Ladies: T. Taylor 37, D. Rattray 33. Longest Putt Mens 8/17: K.F. Wagner. Longest Putt Ladies 9/18: T. Taylor. NTP 4/13 Mens: I. Mountney. NTP 3/12

Ladies: T. Taylor.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30

STABLEFORD

Winner: J Balfe 36. R/Up: D Donnelly 35 3rd: K Wagner 33. NTP 3/12: R Apted. Longest. Putt 9/18: R Dodson. Medal Winner: J Balfe

NORTH-EASTERN LADIES DARTS

Imps def Rebels 6/3. Warriors def Devils 5/4. Highest score: B.Jones 113.

March 26: Imps def devils 7/2. Highest scores

L. Barrett 140, A. Barrett 130. Game shot L. Barrett 61. Warriors def Rebels 5/4. Highest score: A. Waqar 110.

East Coast Swans score bragging rights over Bridport Seagulls

BY STEVE MCKILLOP

The first round of the NTFA commenced on Saturday and old NEFU rivals the Bridport Seagulls travelled to St Helens to play the East Coast Swans where the home team came out victorious by 15 points in a hard fought game in wet conditions.

East Coast started the game well using the breeze to their advantage kicking four goals to one in the opening term, Bridport’s Cal Mulder was matched with East Coast’s Ethan Goldfinch and both gathered many possessions.

Ruckman Jye Balym was giving the Swans first use of the ball and the fast paced Swans were handling the ball better in slippery conditions.

The second term saw Bridport fight back to claw the margin back to two points at the long break.

Jamieson Nunn in his first senior game was showing his class under the watchful eye of his father Josh who also played, while Tadhg Blunt and Jack Ross gathered many possessions for the term for the home team.

Bridport, with ten scoring shots to seven, never capitalised on the opportunities they had and with many easy turnovers given to the Swans due to poor foot skills, Matt Taylor for Bridport was looking dangerous in this term and could have had another couple majors on the board but for inaccurate kicking.

After the long break the game was evenly matched but Bridport at times was uundisciplined and the free kick count favoured the Swans due to this.

Unfortunately Sam Child from East Coast Swans and Kade Mulder for Bridport were both injured in this term and took no further part in the game.

With the match evenly poised, Bridport had held East Coast to one goal for the term kicking with the aid of the strong wind. The Seagulls went into the last quarter three points down and looked like they could overun the Swans.

With the final term under away, the Swans were repelling many attacks from the Seagulls but as the game progressed the Swans turned these opportunities into attack and kicked three goals to reverse the trend of the game kicking goals to the town end.

Bridport’s Brooklyn Fulton tried hard to get the Seagulls back in front with many possessions and impressed in his first game for Bridport, with East Coast’s Michael Murfett kicking two for the term to put the Swans in control late in the game.

East Coast looked fitter than the Seagulls in the final term to take the four points in an entertaining game of football in front of a large crowd.

The Reserves was also an entertaining game and was made difficult by heavy rain. The East Coast Swans were victorious by four points.

The big winner on the day was grassroots football at its best - two great games with a big crowd in attendance from both clubs during the game and after.

Next week’s games see Bridport play its first home game against Meander Valley and its East Coast’s annual Pyengana game against Perth.

• East Coast Swans Jye Balym and Bridport Seagulls Liam Chorley contest a ruck.

• Joey Robinson trying to chase down East Coast’s Tully Watts.

Dobson heads West for Nationals

BY TARA LETTE YOUTH COLUMNIST

LORISSA DOBSON, a 16-year-old Scottsdale sportswoman, has been selected to represent Tasmania in a golfing tournament called the ‘Australian Junior Amateur’ in Perth, Western Australia.

Dobson’s event began yesterday, April 9 and will run until Friday, April 12 and the Scottsdale Golf Club member says she is looking forward to the challenge.

RESULTS

Seniors

East Coast 9.6 (60) d Bridport 6.9 (45)

Goals: East Coast - Murfett 3,Child 2 E. Goldfinch 2,Evans 1, Newitt 1. Bridport - Taylor 2, Lanham 1,Robinson 1, N.Barnett 1, Etchell 1.

Best: East Coast - E.Goldfinch, Balym, Blunt, S.Goldfinch, Lade, Ross. Bridport - C.Mulder, Etchell, Fulton, Blackwell, Jamieson Nunn, Mackey.

Reserves

East Coast 3.8 (26) def Bridport 3.4 (22)

Goals/; East Coast - Goulden 2. Barfoot

1. Bridport - Brown 2 Mckillop 1.

Best: East Coast - Cubit, Goulden, King, Goodyear, Roberts, Salter. Bridport - Farrell, Brown, Grynglass, Martello, Saunders, Beeson.

“I’m also a bit nervous as it’s a big event and I want to play as well as I can!’

Dobson’s achievement is the result of daily dedication and hard work training everyday - starting with gym sessions early in the morning, then spending three hours on the golf course after school.

Her love and interest for golf first spiked when her dad introduced her to the game.

“My first interaction with golf was with my dad on the practice fairway, then I got a set of clubs and would go for two or three holes at a time. My love for the game grew

“I am excited to be presented with this amazing opportunity and immensely grateful to all of my coaches, organisers, supporters and of course my parents,” she said.

from there and I’m lucky enough now that opportunities are opening up for me,” she said.

“My dad always pushed me to do my best and was always a competitor to beat –it’s safe to say I’ve got him now!’. Dobson said she has “no expectation” and although unsure how she will perform, Dobson believes that this opportunity will build her confidence and experience for future competitions.

Her former Scottsdale High School mates have expressed their pride in her achievements and look forward to watching her progress.

• Scottsdale golfer Lorissa Dobson’s recent successes has seen her selected to represent Tasmania.

Magpies suffer big loss first up

BY PETER FISH

A TRIP to Hillwood rarely results in good news and so it was again on Saturday when both the seniors and reserves suffered major losses.

After the match senior coach Joel Hayes lamented his team's efforts in the second and third terms when they conceded 13 goals, but in reality his players lacked the class and finishing of their opponents.

Hillwood owned the corridor all day and always had players running unchecked into space. And their passing by foot was first class.

They dominated the stoppages courtesy of giant ruckman Hamish Leedham and former Scottsdale under 19 player Isaac Thompson who racked up numerous possessions in the midfield.

When the Magpies did gain possession it was generally under pressure and resulted in kicks to a contest which gave the under-sized forwards few opportunities. Coach Hayes will be urging his team to concentrate on this shortcoming this week.

Defenders Jacob Singline and Bradley Whish-Wilson and on-baller Kyle Lanham were clearly the better players, but they didn't have many helpers.

It was a tough initiation for debutantes Nic Cresswell, Lochie Bowerman and Deagen Young but their coach was pleased with their efforts, and they were certainly not disgraced.

The issue for the Magpies, especially against the top teams, is the gap skill-wise between their best half dozen players, and the rest. Unfortunately, that's a breach that can't be filled overnigh.

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This week it's a home game against Longford, with Joe Krushka and Healey Mather expected back and recruit Grayson Lester another likely starter.

The reserves were also soundly beaten but did field a team which included a couple of overseas recruits who experienced their first ever game of Australian Rules. A few of their players were short of a gallop, and coach Kieren Mullins has a bit to look forward to.

The Under 18s returned to the field after a 12-month hiatus but they came up against a very well drilled unit in St Pat's. The boys, under coach Danny Mather, will only improve and they certainly played better after half time.

This week it's Longford at home for all three teams, while the senior women have their first roster match the week after.

RESULTS

Seniors

Hillwood 21.22 (148) d Scottsdale 1.3 (9)

Goal: K Lanham. Best: J Singline, B Whish-Wilson, K Lanham, E Tyson, L Bowerman.

Reserves

Hillwood 13.20 (98) d Scottsdale 2.3 (15)

Goals: R Probert, M Nunan

Best: W Burr, B Davis, K Wilson, R Probert, W Reeve.

Under 18s

St Pats 26.19 (175) d Scottsdale 0.2 (2)

Best: J Brown, H Auton, Z Sheehan, A Stein, D Wiggins, K Pou.

• Lachlan Bowerman, Nic Cresswell and Deagan Young made their debut for the Magpies’ senior side on Saturday.