Volume 46 - Wednesday 6 December, 2023

1909

VOL. 115

NO. 46

|

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023

|

PRICE $1.50 INC GST

Christmas is coming!

From late night shopping and a makers’ market to family fun celebrations across the region, the festive season is swinging into gear.

• Smile for Santa! Archer Edwards, 5, from Branxholm, Lola Smyth, 3, from Bridport, Hazel Edwards, 3, from Branxholm and Charlie Hughes, 3, from Scottsdale are getting into the Christmas spirit ahead of a shopping spectacular on Friday night. T FOR FULL DETAILS, SEE PAGE 6.

Simmons Wolfhagen lawyers wish all Tasmanians a happy and safe festive season.

swl-nea-fc-061223-xmas

With offices in Launceston, Scottsdale and now Smithton, we’re well placed to provide expert legal advice, client focused solutions and local knowledge when you need it most.

Conveyancing & Property Law | Family Law | Wills and Estate Planning | Personal Injury | Building & Construction | Agribusiness Law |

Need help with a legal matter.

Contact Simmons Wolfhagen first.

03 6338 2390 info@simwolf.com.au simwolf.com.au/scottsdale

Launceston | Scottsdale | Smithton | Hobart

2 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023

DO YOU REMEMBER?

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Proudly brought to you by

Letters must be short and preference will be given to letters of 250 words or less. Letters may be edited or not printed for space, clarity or legal reasons. Names, addresses and telephone numbers must be included. Unsigned letters or those with pen names will not be published.

Scottsdale Lions Club

WE

SERVE 10 Years Ago – December 4, 2013

Remarkable Century for Bridport The highlight of Saturday's round of Twenty20 matches was a remarkable century

by Bridport opener Matthew Taylor. Taylor smashed the Central bowlers to all parts of the Ringarooma oval as he raced to an unbeaten 128. His innings included 9 sixes and 11 fours. Sharing a century partnership with Taylor, Scott Hill finished with 17.

Bridport finished with an insurmountable 3/176 off its 20 overs. Ryan Irwin with 2/23 was the best of the beleaguered Central bowlers. In response Central were dismissed for 48 in the 19th over with Jace McDougall showing some fight with a patient 24.

Toby Lade 3/17, Scott Hill 2/14 and Jason Sarich 2/4 took the honours for the Bridport bowling attack.

40 Years Ago – December 8, 2013

Tanzania travelling teacher A Scottdale woman will teach in Tanzania for two years under the Australian Volunteers Abroad Scheme. She is Miss Jan Hughes, daughter of Mr and Mrs Chas Hughes, who will leave Scottsdale on January 10 enroute to her new location. Miss Hughes is a university graduate and has been teaching at the Invermay state school for the past four years.

On Tuesday night she spoke to Scottdale Rotary Club on the Australian Volunteers Abroad scheme. Under the scheme Miss Hughes will be employed by the Tanzanian Government, but as yet has no idea of the rate of pay. She will teach grade 5-6 and do some tutorial work with Tanzanian teachers.

50 Years Ago – December 4, 1973

Little demand for Tassie Potatoes Light supplies of Tasmanian Brownells and Kennebecs sold at $150 a ton in Sydney.

The Minister for Agriculture received this information from the Tasmanian Government Trade Representative in Sydney. Tasmanian supplies are now reported to be finished for the season. There is little demand for old season potatoes and further supplies would not be expected to realise satisfactory prices.

The bulk of Sydney market supplies came from NSW districts, with light quantities from special orders from Southern Queensland.

UNREASONABLE CUSTOMER COMMENT Dorset's proposed Unreasonable Customer Conduct (UCC) Policy which is in draft form was discussed at the November Council meeting and is claimed to be based on a NSW ombudsman's model.

I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone that may be at all interested, to contact Council and ask for a copy of the NSW policy and compare it to the Dorset version, as the term "loosely based" does appear to be applicable.

The NSW policy emphasises fairness for all and not unnecessarily escalating situations etc.

The NSW document is elaborate, well thought through and explained.

In contrast, the Dorset version is overly chopped.

This Council is currently under a

Board of Inquiry, awaiting the findings that could be far reaching and at this stage are unknown.

I question why, in this period, that a policy that will have direct impact on the people of Dorset could be finalised and then passed by the “One instead of Nine”, Commissioner Wardlaw, whom himself has not been democratically elected and is largely only accountable to the Director of Local Government.

Draft policy 60 - Dealing with Unreasonable Customer Conduct, is open for public submissions until Wednesday December 20, 2023.

Karl Willrath, Scottsdale.

BACK TO SCHOOL I had the pleasure of going back to my first school and attended the Winnaleah District High School Musical production

‘Star Warts – The Umpire Strikes Back’, nothing short of a delightful experience.

A huge congratulations to the entire school community for their outstanding production produced and directed by the wonderful Bev Hanlon and supported

by Acting Principal Benjamin Gofton and the Winnaleah District High School Staff.

To see a school production where 85 per cent of the students and a significant number of staff all playing a part to bring this musical to life with the ages ranging from early learning all the way to Year 10 students is wonderful achievement and speaks to the inclusive culture of the school. Popcorn and Choc Tops were on offer which made the show a genuine musical production experience which was well supported by the whole community. Well done to all!

Tania Rattray MLC

Wondrous works on display

• Helen Munro of Binalong Bay with Mary Richardson of St Helens.

A SHOWCASE of Scottsdale Art Gallery’s 20 major artists will be on display over the summer months until February 18, 2024.

Mirabilla 2024 exhibition was officially opened on Sunday by Helen Munro of Binalong Bay. Curator Shirley Rootes Martin said artists were invited to present works in a variety of genres with the underlying theme of “wondrous works”.

“The exhibition is quite diverse from

• Pam Osborne of Telita and Shirley Rootes Martin.

ceramics to watercolour, timber to pastel, oil and acrylic on canvas works along with much new jewellery have all been produced,” Mrs Rootes Martin said.

Award-winning artists who are showcasing include Nigel Lazenby, John Gibb, Evelyn Antonysen, Abhay Nique, Janet Carins, Jacqui Cleijne, Julie Wickham and Richard Klekociuk with jeweller John Doolen unveiling a new range.

“Artist Helen Munro is showcasing

some of her pastels and officially opened the exhibition. Helen has studied art over the past 25 years, now teaching many great techniques to her numerous students.

“She talked in her opening about the need to support artists and how buying just one piece is also buying a piece of their heart and soul as it takes many years for an artist to even get to the point where they are confident to not only show their work but put it on sale.”

USEFUL NUMBERS All Emergency Services (fire, police, ambulance) 000 North Eastern Soldiers Memorial Hospital 6778 8522 Tasmanian Police – non urgent 131 444 Parks and Wildlife Scottsdale Field Centre 6352 6421

NORTH EASTERN EVENTS CALENDAR 2023 December 8

Quality printers and publishers since 1909

EDITOR RACHEL WILLIAMS m: 0409 861 838 e: editor@northeasternadvertiser.com OFFICE DETAILS p: (03) 6352 2642 e: advertising@northeasternadvertiser.com 24A King Street, Scottsdale, TAS, 7260 CONNECT WITH US ON FACEBOOK

www.northeasternadvertiser.com Get in touch for all your editorial, advertising and commercial printing enquiries.

• Late Night Shopping Scottsdale • Christmas Market 4:00pm – 8:00pm Scottsdale Mechanics Hall • Derby Christmas Market 4:00pm – 7:00pm Derby • George Town Christmas Carnival 4:00pm – 8:00pm George Town

December 9

• Wood Chopping and Family Event Gladstone

• R ingarooma Pool Christmas Party 4:30pm Ringarooma Footy Ground

December 10

• Rotary Dorset Christmas Celebration 11:00am - 2:00pm Scottsdale Recreation Ground • Clean our Coast 10:00am – 1:00pm The Bridport Hotel, Bridport.

December 12

• String Duo, Christmas Carols with Linda and Rose 10:30 -12:30 Scottsdale Library

December 13 • Family Christmas Photos with Santa 3:30 – 4:30pm Scottsdale Library, Free photo per family

December 16 • Lilydale Christmas Carols 6:00pm – 8:00pm Lilydale Bowls Club • Christmas Carols 7:00pm Friends of St Pauls Springfield Hall

December 17 • Market in the Park 9:00am - 2:00pm Legerwood

Proudly brought to you by...

Tania Rattray MLC

Independent Member for McIntyre, Legislative Council

p: 6350 5000 e: tania.rattray@parliament.tas.gov.au a: 16 King Street, Scottsdale 7260

• Scottsdale Community Carols 5:00pm Scottsdale Primary School Hall • Christmas Carols by the sea from 4:30pm Bridport Village Green

December 24

• Christmas in Branxholm Branxholm Centenary Park • New Years Eve Extravaganza 5:00pm – 9:00pm Elizabeth Street, George Town

January 6

• Bridport Village Niche Market 9:30am – 1:00pm Main Hall, Bridport 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

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | 3

Eagle eye development proposal AN $8 million camera system is set to be installed at Musselroe Wind Farm in a bid to better prevent Wedge Tail Eagle deaths.

An application has this week been lodged with the Dorset Council for the installation of an Identiflight (IDF) system, which monitors the surrounding air space to better track the flight paths of birds and force a shut-down of turbines should they fly within close proximity.

IDF is produced by Boulder Imaging of California, USA, and has been used with some success at Cattle Hill Wind Farm on the Central Highlands.

While there is no reference in the Development Application to bird mortalities at the Cape Portland site since Woolnorth Renewables established the businesses 10 years ago, it is understood there have been a small number of fatalities.

The proposal is for the installation of 30 Identiflight camera monitoring towers ancillary to the existing windfarm.

Three towers would be located in the Environmental Management Zone and 27 towers would be located in the Agriculture Zone.

The project is being advertised for public submissions before a decision is made by Dorset Council.

The Environment Protection Authority said the proposal came within the ambit of a previous approval and therefore did not need any further approvals from the EPA board.

The system consists of monopole towers with “high precision optical cameras at the top of each tower, coupled with Artificial Intelligence (AI) networks that rapidly analyses the image-base data that is

captured”.

“IDF stations are strategically located across a wind farm with approximately one IDF tower for each two wind turbines,” the DA states.

“Each IDF has visibility of an approximate one-kilometre hemisphere, and all cameras have overlapping fields of view, providing coverage of the entire airspace above and around the wind farm.

“Each IDF station is connected to a nearby turbine by power and communications cables which link the IDF stations to an IDF Base Station located within the wind farm control building.

“The IDF System tracks the movement of objects in the sky around the wind farm and quickly determines whether they are birds, then whether the bird is an eagle.

“If a bird is identified as an eagle, IDF

commences tracking the eagle, recording its position, and trajectory in real time relative to turbines.

“Pre-defined curtailment conditions are then used to shutdown (curtail) turbines if the trajectory of the bird indicates it would cross the rotor swept area of a turbine.

“When an eagle is at risk, the IDF Base Station issues a signal … to curtail one or more turbines to avert risk of eagle collision. When the eagle is no longer at risk, another signal is sent to restart the turbine. The IDF system can track multiple eagles simultaneously and shutdown any number of turbines required to avoid a collision.”

Each tower would be 10m high.

Woolnorth Renewables is expected to provide more detail about the project and the history of bird fatalities next week.

Twenty year land deal at Tebrakunna AN HISTORIC deal was signed at the ninth-annual Mannalargenna Day on Saturday, with close to 1000 people visiting the site from across the state and country for the special occasion.

Hydro Tasmania and Woolnorth Renewables finalised the 20-year licence agreement with Traditional Owner group Melythina Tiakana Warrana Aboriginal Corporation (MTWAC) for the 81-hectare site, which is owned

by Hydro and leased to Woolnorth Renewables for their Musselroe Wind Farm at Cape Portland, Tebrakunna Country.

The directors and Elders of MTWAC were thrilled to have such a great attendance for the event which was officially opened by Governor Barbara Baker and involved yarning circles, an art exhibition and the serving of traditional Aboriginal foods including

Mutton Bird, Kangaroo and Abalone.

The event celebrates the revered clan leader Mannalargenna of the NorthEast Coastal Plains nation and provided an opportunity for community to come together to celebrate local Aboriginal cultural heritage, country and living culture.

Chair Nick Cameron said the event kept getting bigger and better and would do so again ahead of its 10th anniversary next year.

“The signing of the 20-year land access licence was a highlight and is extremely important to the Tasmanian Aboriginal community as we will have greater access to our homelands,” Mr Cameroon said.

“This land area is close to where on the 6th of August 1831, Mannalargenna was made a promise by George Augustus Robinson on behalf of the

• Tahila Hill performing a dance after the Welcome to Country.

Colonial Government that if he assisted Robinson, he and his people would be able to return to their homelands.

“Whilst this promise was deceptively broken and Mannalargenna died in exile, MTWAC, as his people's descendants, continue to work towards making it a reality.

“For MTWAC the licence will allow us to further develop the Tebrakunna Ranger program and explore other commercial enterprises. It’s the culmination of three years of hard work and we could not be more pleased with the outcome.”

Over the past 12 months the site has supported the ranger training program, run in collaboration with the Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) and TasTAFE. Giles Rinckes, Woolnorth Renewables General Manager, said the business was proud of the relationship built with MTWAC and was absolutely committed to working closely with Traditional Owner communities where its wind farms operate.

They have previously together established the Tebrakunna Visitors Centre to share information about the wind farm and local Aboriginal cultural heritage.

The land access agreement will also see MTWAC continue to collaborate with Woolnorth Renewables to expand its land management practices across the entire wind farm property (5500 ha) including the development of a Healthy Country Plan and cool burning.

• Aunty Patsy Cameron, Giles Rinckes from Woolnorth Renewables and Nick Cameron after the historic signing of a lease agreement for Tebrakunna Country.

Log truck crash dash cam wanted POLICE ARE continuing investigations into a crash on Bridport Road last week after a truck lost a load of logs onto the road.

The incident occurred on Bridport Road near Dorset Field and Game and resulted in a road closure while the scene was cleared.

No injuries were reported but Police are seeking dash cam footage or information about a white Kia Carnival station wagon on Bridport Road heading towards Bridport around 3.50pm, Thursday November 30.

Anyone with information should contact police on 131 444 and quote TCRN 23007155.

BRIDGET ARCHER Representing our FEDERAL MEMBER FOR BASS

100 St John Street, Launceston TAS 7250

6334 7033

bridget.archer.mp@aph.gov.au

Authorised by Bridget Archer MP, Liberal Party of Australia, 100 St John Street, Launceston TAS 7250.

community

bridgetarcher.com.au

BridgetArcherMP

4 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023

Hot summer ahead NORTH-EAST TASMANIA is set for an “unusually warm” summer with the Bureau of Meteorology warning of severe and extreme heatwaves across the region.

Bureau of Meteorology Senior Meteorologist Brooke Oakley said it was around three to three and a half times more likely than normal to be “unusually warm”.

The term unusually warm means temperatures are likely to be in the top 20 per cent of hot summers recorded.

“The North-East of Tasmania has already just experienced its warmest winter and spring six month period on record,” Ms Oakley said.

“Heatwave warnings take into account how unusual a given temperature might be at a given location, relative to what is normal for that location for that time of year, or what it has experienced recently.

“It is designed to be a measure of heat stress on the body and intended to alert people to consider when to take action.”

Director of Public Health, Dr Mark Veitch said hot weather could cause serious and sometimes lifethreatening illness, particularly for those at higher risk such as the elderly, very young or people with chronic illnesses.

To stay safe in the hot weather, Dr Veitch advised to minimise strenuous activities and time spent outside during the hottest part of the day, stay up-to-date with bushfire and smoke alerts, limit time in the sun, wear light coloured, long, loosefitting clothes, a hat and sunscreen, use fans or air-conditioners and close blinds and curtains to keep the heat out, drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty and never leave children or pets in cars.

Water wise request as flows reduce FALLING WATER flows in the Brid River have led to calls for North-East residents to start conserving water before restrictions hit.

TasWater General Manager of Sustainable Infrastructure Services, Matt Derbyshire, said that lower than average spring rainfall and warmer temperatures predicted for this summer meant North-East residents and visitors needed to be conscious of their water usage.

The Bureau of Meteorology’s El Nino prediction is bringing its own set of challenges for how TasWater manages the region’s water supply.

“We need to ensure there is enough water for all, including those days of total fire bans where water may be needed by the Tasmania Fire Service to fight fires,” Mr Derbyshire said.

“This summer will see challenges in North-East Tasmania from a

weather point of view but also from increased usage during times of warm weather when visitation to the region increases.

“We are beginning to see flows dropping in some rivers including the Brid and North Esk which provide water to Bridport and Launceston, and we will be monitoring these closely as we consider whether any restrictions are required.”

He said water conservation is something all Tasmanians can play a part in, saying a dripping tap could waste 1,500L per year.

“One of the quickest and easiest ways to save water is to fix dripping taps and leaking toilets or turning the tap off while brushing your teeth,” he said.

If you notice a leak on public property, such as water leaking on the road or footpath, or a burst water main, report it on 136 992.

SALES, SERVICE AND INSTALLATION of Jarrahdale Woodheaters ONLY. Wildcat Flue Kits and Flue components.

Heart of the town

• Bridport Primary School students with the new defibrillator.

THE BRIDPORT Primary School community was thrilled with the purchase of the new defibrillator, installed at the school this week.

Bridport Primary School Association President Kristen Moore said the association saw the importance of the health and safety of the students and wider community, and the decision was made to make the purchase of the DEFIB. “The device is located outside the school office, with the anticipation that if the situation arises, it can easily be accessed by the wider

community,” she said..

“While the Association purchased the DEFIB our Kinder – Grade 6 students participated in basic first aid training over the past two weeks, hosted by St Johns Ambulance Service.

“The fun, interactive, hands-on and practical first aid sessions gave students the confidence to act in an emergency through easy-to-follow step-by-step plans. This program is designed to equip students with vital skills to help in an emergency.”

Weymouth fire worries A NUMBER of Weymouth residents have expressed concern about the growth of vegetation along the foreshore and the fire risk it poses this summer.

Ralph St resident Jennifer Stuart said that she had been in discussion with a number of neighbours who shared her concern that with one road in and out of the coastal community, the reality of getting trapped in a fire situation was scary.

Mrs Stuart said there was a large overgrown bush area surrounding her street that needed urgent maintenance.

“I’ve known this area for the last 70 years and you used to be able to walk from the main road to the beach and it’s just been allowed to

AKS provides landowners with a forest to mill door service, taking the worry out of managing your valuable asset.

Contact Rob Hammond today for all your heating needs, including everything from in-builts to gourmet cookers.

• Over 40 years industry experience • FREE QUOTES AND ADVICE

grow, and it is now full of Tea Tree, She Oak and Wattle and it would go up in an instant,” she said.

“The situation at Dolphin Sands on the East Coast recently has hit home as an example of what we could face.”

George Town Council General Manager Shane Power said that council officers were working with PWS and TFS through the regional Fire Management Area Committee on bushfire reduction activities including maintenance of fire access roads, roadside slashing and issuing fire abatement notices for private land holders.

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania was contacted for comment.

STOCK AVAILABLE Outdoor Furniture, BBQs and The Gift Shop

EAST COAST WOODHEATING

100% NZ wool carpets

CARPETS - WOOL & NYLON TIMBER FLOORS - HYBRID VINYL & VINYL PLANKS BLINDS - MATTRESSES, MANCHESTER RANGE OF WOOD HEATERS

Buy local at everyday low prices Phone 6344 1143 | Tony 0419 573 205 email tony@aksforestsolutions.com.au

Come in and check out our sensational showroom!

BEST PRICES AND SERVICE IN TASSIE!

Also available from: Begents Scottsdale, Gazzmans St Helens and ETMS Bell Bay.

Phone: 0407 008 093 | 62 Walter Street, Bridport robhammond2@bigpond.com www.jarrahdaleheating.com.au

FLOORING AND FURNISHINGS

21 Quail Street, St Helens Ph 6376 2555

U GOTTA GO, U GOTTA GO TO GAZZMANS

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | 5

Harmonies by the sea Getting their game on PIPES ARE literally being warmed up as Bridport Lions prepares for a special performance at its annual Carols By The Sea on Sunday, December 17.

The Bridport Village Green will come to life from 4.30pm with carols and singing from local artists and choirs, with the Tasmania Police Pipe Band set to make its debut with pipes and drums.

“We are really excited about it being a highlight of what will be a beautiful family oriented event,” Secretary Leonie Johnston said.

Santa is also set to visit during the evening which includes a Lions Club BBQ and coffee van.

The event wraps up a big year for the club which saw a successful Bonfire Cracker Night that allowed for a $500 donation to Childhood Cancer research as well as a Christmas in July event that was

attended by more than 90 people including a bus load of visitors from George Town.

“We are a vibrant club full of members who work together as a strong and supportive team to ensure we support our local community,” Mrs Johnston said.

“This year we welcomed eight new members to take numbers to 27. We welcome new members – it’s a great way to meet other people and grow your network in Bridport.”

Bridport Lions will kick of 2024 with the annual Show and Shine Car/Bike Show on Sunday, January 14.

“Last year it was a sell out and we couldn’t fit everyone in, so we are really looking forward to another great event that showcases everything great about Bridport.”

Jetting off to big school

• Jetsonville Playgroup Class of 2023/ Jock Hall, Reuben Howlett, Zac Roach, Minnie Cresser, Indigo Hayes, Harrison Whelan, Olivia Midson.

JETSONVILLE PLAYGROUP held its end of year celebration including a graduation of their little people off to big school next year.

Each child enjoyed the presentation with a personalised certificate and even a mortarboard toss!

The special Christmas session included face painting, biscuit decorating and a very exciting visit from Santa.

The local playgroup supports many children from the greater Dorset area every Tuesday morning during the school year, with weekly theme-based activity.

• Maverick Wood, Nic Cresswell, Liam Knight, Montana Stagg, Zac Sheehan, Abby Samec, Savannah Barclay and Declan Knight, on stage this week.

SCOTTSDALE HIGH School is slam dunking its way through the week with the staging of Disney’s High School Musical.

There are just two shows left with tickets available – tonight, Wednesday December 6 at 7pm and Thursday, December 7 at 7pm.

Ninety seven students from across all grades started rehearsing for the show in Term Two, with the support of a large and committed backstage crew.

Rave reviews are flowing in – get your tickets from the School Office or via the QKR! App.

Local Voices matter Join our online survey program to help Bell Bay Aluminium understand what matters most to you and your community.

Earn donations for your local community groups for every survey you complete.

Surveys take 15 minutes and can be completed on your phone, tablet or computer.

100% confidential - surveys are delivered by Voconiq and your personal details will not be disclosed.

Labor Member for Bass

Have your say today!

To take the survey or nominate a community group for Local Voices Rewards scan the code or visit:

voconiqlocalvoices.com/bell-bay-aluminium

Authorised by Janie Finlay, 253 Wellington Street, Launceston 7250 janie.finlay@parliament.tas.gov.au • Ph. 6324 2060

6 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023

SCOTTSDALE LATE NIGHT SHOPPING FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 - Support your local retailers

Christmas is coming!

WITH A splash of tinsel here and there, Christmas cheer is starting to brighten the streets of Scottsdale ahead of this Friday’s Late Night Shopping Extravaganza.

Karen Rainbow and her team of helpers have this week been adding communityfunded tinsel and decorations around King St, Victoria St and George St to brighten up the area in readiness for the Silly Season.

Cakes have been cooked and candles

poured in readiness for the Makers’ Market at the Mechanics’ Institute Hall which has been fully trimmed with Christmas colour including a 3m-tall Santa.

And shop owners are busily stocking their shelves full of Christmas gift ideas as they keep their doors open with various discounts and promotions in store until approximately 8pm.

Chamber of Commerce Chairperson Maria Branch said Friday’s activities would be a wonderful occasion for people to get their Christmas shopping done in one place.

“The Chamber of Commerce encourages residents to come into Scottsdale, to shop, to eat and experience the joy our beautiful town has to offer with its vast range of giftware and requirements to satisfy all their needs and most importantly, supporting our local businesses this year more than ever,” Ms Branch said.

“The businesses open their doors after hours so locals can meet up with friends, get into the festive Spirit of Christmas and feel part of our wonderful, close-knit community.”

The Makers’ Market will be jam packed with 16 stalls from producers and makers from • Maureen Mountney from Scottsdale and Pam around the region.

Lamont of Springfield are getting ready for Friday's Makers Market at the Mechanics.

“This is our fourth market

Scottsdale

25% OFF 20% OFF MEN’S SHOES & BOOTS EXCLUDES WORK BOOTS

ALL HANDBAGS & WALLETS

GIFT VOUCHERS SUPERSIZED BY 20%

Open until 8pm Friday, December 8 14 King St, Scottsdale | 0448 878 000 www.scottsdaleshoeshop.com.au

LATE NIGHT SHOPPING FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2023

15% OFF ALL ASICS, HOKA & SKETCHERS SHOES Excludes all Sketcher work boots, Crocs, Lightfeet thongs and already discounted shoes.

53 KING ST, SCOTTSDALE • (03) 6352 2357

Meanwhile, on Sunday, the Rotary Dorset Christmas Celebration will be held at the Scottsdale Recreation Ground from 11.00am till 2.00pm.

The free family event has something for everyone from Fijian fire dancers to live performances, face painting, laser tag, pony rides, food stalls and rides.

Dorset Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw said Friday’s event marked the beginning of a season filled with gatherings that would draw the community close.

“The festive spirit brings an abundance of joy, unity, and a sense of togetherness to many in our community,” he said.

“As we embrace the festive cheer, let's prioritise safety and keep a watchful eye over one another. Stepping into the New Year, let's stride forward with hope, resilience, and unity, nurturing a community where safety and harmony thrive.”

SPEND $150 AND CHOOSE TWO BON-BONS FROM THE TREE! Guaranteed jewellery prize in EVERY bon-bon!

ON BON EO N CONTA-B INS A

$3000 RING

LATE NIGHT SHOPPING 8.30am to 7.30pm Friday December 9

20% OFF ALL GIFTWARE from 6pm to 7.30pm

15 King Street, Scottsdale (03) 6352 2777

LATE NIGHT SHOPPING

BOAGS ST GEORGE

30 CAN BLOCKS

PHARMACY SCOTTSDALE

LATE NIGHT SHOPPING

• Rebecca Lancaster and Karen Rainbow are set to decorate the Scottsdale streets to boost the Christmas spirit.

shoe shop MASSIVE SALE TABLES HEAVILY DISCOUNTED

and there will be a variety of different stalls – lots of presents for everybody,” The Mechanics’ Ally Mercer said.

“We have incredible talent here making everything from homemade candles to food and drink, clothing and Christmas attire – from 4pm to 8pm.”

The McCallum family and friends will be providing entertainment on the lawns of the Uniting Church in King Street with traditional Christmas hymns and songs.

The Lucky Shopper promotion is also in full swing ahead of being drawn on Monday, December 18, with entries available in participating shops.

First prize is a surprise humongous hamper with goodies valued at $1326 while second prize is worth $669 and third prize is $593, with prizes going up to 12th.

But in breaking news, Santa has lost his reindeer and needs your help to find them in time for Christmas Eve. The nine mischievous mammals are pictured in various shop windows, with entry forms available for collection and drop off at the Cottage Bakery, with vouchers up for grabs.

And, while you’re on the lookout for Santa’s reindeer you can also look out for the letters that spell Christmas in local shop windows to go into the draw to win a cash prize.

Christmas letter entry forms can be collected and dropped off to the Scottsdale Shoe Shop.

Both competitions close on Friday, December 15.

Open until 6pm for product and voucher sales.

Pop in and say hi to the girls for a 10% off stock for the night.

$60 while stocks last

37 KING ST, SCOTTSDALE | 6352 2411

A STYLE FOR EVERY STORY LATE NIGHT SHOPPING OPEN UNTIL LATE

20% OFF

STOREWIDE

6352 2919 | King St, Scottsdale

M 24B King St, Scottsdale N 0455 224 478

Retrofit to robotic milking Going robotics could be easier than you think Did you know that there is no need to build new accommodation when installing milking robots? Interest in retrofitting has increased in recent years and for good reason! Robotic retrofit's make use of existing infrastructure to help reduce cost, retain existing lanes and paddock layouts.

Our Farm Management and Technical Support teams have the expertise to make robotics successful on a variety of dairy farms.

Find out more via the QR-code and ask for the possibilities.

Ally and Robert Arnold, Tasmania

Scan me

Bright farming is yours by choice

Find out more on lely.com/au

8 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023

Consider a move to our local retirement village

MARKETPLACE ADVERTISER CLASSIFIEDS SERVICES

CARPET cleaning and lounges. Phone Felicity on 0428 226 198.

FOR SALE

37 Dent Street, Northbourne Park Scottsdale

16’ Viscount “Grand Tourer” pop top caravan. Gas compliance, new tyres, new roll out awning, new gas stove, gas/electric fridge, twin beds, table folds down for bed, full size heavy duty Canvas annexe and new ground sheet, TV, rego till 06/24, located Scottsdale, $9,250. Contact 0428 616 016.

This refurbished 2-bedroom unit will have a new kitchen, bathroom, floor coverings and window furnishing.

Asking price $320,000.

FARM CLEARANCE Lebrina, Saturday December 9, balloons out at 9.00am

Terms and conditions apply.

For further information:

Chris Brown 0419 364 170, Andrew Bennett 0427 224 155

FOR RENT Scottsdale, one bedroom, fully furnished unit, no pets, $240 per week. Contact 0427 112 225 DEATH NOTICES

DAVIES, Liz

PUBLIC NOTICE

Maple Cottage Nursery Open Saturday December 9 10.00am – 4.00pm 130 Ruby Flat Road, Ringarooma

RENTALS RENTALS

The Watts family wish to acknowledge, with the deepest sorrow, the passing of Shirley June Watts (Dilworth).

Loving wife of Basil (deceased).

Loving mother of Barry and Jan. Grandmother to Damian and Emma, Philip, Kirby and Richard.

Great grandmother of Isaac, Sophie, Zanthia and Campbell.

Our love surrounds you.

-------------Funeral is to be held on Friday December 8 at 11:00am.

Service at St Barnabas Church, King Street Scottsdale.

Followed by cuppa and cake at the R.S.L. Club, George Street.

No flowers by request.

SEPTIC PUMPING PUMPING SEPTIC

8:00am – 5:00 pm Sat Dec 9 Chaffey Street from the corner of Waterhouse Road

Protect Your Data Managed

Antivirus

For Home & Business

Defence

Harcourts North East

CAROLYN McLEOD 0427 424 155 carolyn.mcleod@harcourts.com.au

AUTO ELECTRICAL & OIL

• Auto electrical U I R • Batteries MC M • Oil and lubrication ING T C A TR CON

WE HAVE IT ALL IN STOCK!

Backup

MOTORCYCLES & & REPAIRS REPAIRS MOTORCYCLES

P: 0439 849 933 E: matthew_muir@icloud.com

Ph: 6352 3070 E: scottsdalesuzuki@outlook.com Web: www.scottsdalesuzuki.com.au

TRANSPORT WATER CARTAGE

HEALTH CARE HEALTH CARE

BATTERIES & GAS

CHEAPEST BATTERIES IN TAS! ALL BATTERIES DISCOUNTED Your provider of choice in the municipality of Dorset.

Local staff, local knowldge, responding to community need.

Phone Travis: 0417 300 967

BEEF SCHNITZEL

$13.99kg

SWEET & SOUR PORK

$14.99kg

Home Deliveries

Scottsdale area daily, Bridport on Thursdays

ENGINEERING ENGINEERING

METAL FABRICATION • Machining and CNC Plasma Cutting • Industrial Sandblasting and Spray Painting • Enzed Hydraulic Hose Doctor • Welding Consumables • Bearings and High Tensile Nuts and Bolts

2-8 Station Road, Branxholm p: 03 6354 6103 | m: 0419 583 019 e: branchfab@outlook.com branxholmfabrications.com.au

For information on home care packages call m: 0419 370 134

ADVERTISING

Advertise your business or service in the Dorset Services Guide.

(03) 6352 2642

advertising@northeasternadvertiser.com

TYRES TYRES

ELECTRICAL

AIRCONDITIONING CONDITIONING AIR

FUNERAL SERVICES SERVICES FUNERAL

KINGCAT BATTERIES

Covering the north east for over 30 years 17000L Water cart Stainless steel tank 9000 lt also available

For prompt and reliable service

$12.99kg

FULL RANGE OF NEW AND USED MOTORCYCLES AS WELL AS PARTS, SERVICES AND REPAIRS LOCALLY.

P: 6356 1542 M: 0438 561 542 E: info@gayesfunerals.com.au

Targett Transport

PORK FQ CHOPS

Margaret Caulfield

Title SERVICES COMPUTER COMPUTER SERVICES

Managed

Phone 6352 2237

Thank you to all my family and friends for the birthday wishes.

With Peace Of Mind Solutions

Have your investment property managed by

FUNERAL SERVICES FUNEREAL SERVICES

Road Closure GLADSTONE

(03) 6344 4423 solutions@another.com.au

Maximise your investment!

www.northbourneparkretirementvillage.com

PUBLIC NOTICES

WATTS (Dilworth), Shirley

14.4.1948 – 24.11.2023 The Scottsdale Football Club mourns the passing of Liz, a dedicated supporter, and volunteer of our club.

Condolences to John, Troy, Kurt, Brad and their families.

OPEN HOME: SAT, DEC 9 11.00am - 12.00pm

N70ZZ $150

GAS - 8.5kg for $28 Pick-up at 1582, Bridport Rd, Bridport (corner of Bridport and Boddingtons Road)

Please ring Mike on 0429 699 811 to make sure we have your battery.

"I won't be beaten on price!"

Lethborg Family Funerals

• Refrigeration • Heat Pumps • Air conditioning A local business

Phone Wade Howlett 0498 000 561

Free guidance with funeral planning We take the stress out of the funeral process Ongoing support

Call 1300 789 906

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | 9

Christmas 1918 Santa to make a splash THE RINGAROOMA Pool Christmas Party will raise much needed funds to keep the community-run facility afloat this season.

The party, at Ringarooma Football Ground, will take place on Saturday, December 9 from 4.30pm.

The cash only event is free for children with a $10 entry fee for adults.

Santa will make a special appearance and live music will be provided by Whiskey For Her Men – the band that opened for Adam Brand when he played at Mathinna.

There will be market stalls, face painting and the hurdy gurdy will spin around for the kids.

A chocolate wheel with prizes donated by

local busineses will be the big money spinner for the event while the bar will be open at The Hub. Sheree Forsyth said the event was important for the community pool.

“We were concerned we wouldn’t be able to run it this year because we had such a small committee of five people but we re-held the AGM and we now have 14 on the pool committee, which is brilliant,” she said.

“The money we raise will go towards running costs for the season and upkeep.”

The pool is open from 3pm-6pm MondayFriday and from 1pm to 6pm on weekends.

• F H Rose Branxholm.

HISTORY REMEMBERED WHAT WE now know as the First World War ended with the signing of the Armistice on November 11, 1918. The last infantry battle for the Australian Imperial Force (AIF) had been fought the previous month.

Over 330,000 Australians fought in the war, with over 61,000 being killed. More than 25 men from the Dorset region were killed in action in the year 1918, at least six died of wounds and three of disease. Three locals were killed in the last full month of the war, with one Gladstone man dying of pneumonia on the day the Armistice was signed. The commitment from locals was immense, and the sacrifices and consequences even greater.

Celebrations at Christmas time in 1918 were therefore a mix of joy and relief at the end of the long war, sadness for those who were lost, and anticipation for the return of those who had made it through. While some soldiers would make it back to Australia in December 1918, the majority would have to wait. The men returned throughout 1919, many wounded and traumatised.

On December 13, 1918, at a function at the Derby National Hall, returned soldiers were welcomed home at a town reception.

Warden John Auton and Lindesay Clark welcomed the men, who had arrived by train at Branxholm and been driven to Derby. The Derby and Branxholm Brass Bands provided music, supper was served, and ‘God Save the King’ was sung. The names of those who had fallen were read out.

Prior to the event, 44-year-old Branxholm storekeeper Frederick Rose had presented the Branxholm Band with a Union Jack for their trip to participate in the welcome to the Anzacs and, to show their appreciation, the Band later assembled in front of his shop and played a selection of tunes throughout an evening. On Christmas Eve 1918 the Branxholm Brass Band paraded the streets of Branxholm and played at various parts of the town. Father Christmas appeared at F. H. Rose’s Store.

On Christmas Eve in Derby, the Derby Brass Band had paraded the town where there were a large number of people out shopping. After midnight the Salvation Army carol singers, described as being a good choir, sang old carols to great appreciation.

It must have been a challenging Christmas – joy and happiness for some, sadness and hurt for others.

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.

merry christmas 2 0 2 3

COLOUR IN FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN! A GIFT VOUCHER TO HOLLYBANK TREETOPS ADVENTURES!

Categories : 16 and under - 12 and under - 8 and under Drop the coloured in copies off to the North Eastern Advertiser office

by Monday, December 18. Winners decided 3pm on December 18, 2023.

Copies can also be downloaded from our website www.northeasternadvertiser.com/colourintowin

Name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Age. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Email. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023

Humbling award for Atkinson T CONTINUED FROM BACK PAGE.

committee almost immediately which was my start in admin, and I’ve been on that committee almost every year since.

“I’m at present doing my 14th year as Women’s Captain (not consecutively), did two years as women’s President, two years as Co-Captain of the Club and I’m in my second year as Captain of the Club.

“I’ve also been a member of the Board for five years.

“I used to play every major tournament around the State when I was younger and was talked into nominating for the Northern Committee in 1990 by a legend of Tasmanian golf, Cons Pearce.

“I found this very overwhelming at first, but the learning curve had to be pretty

Savings Bank of Victoria was a golfer and invited me to have a hit.”

The rest, as they say, is history.

“It is the most frustrating game I have ever played but such a challenge, and because it is an individual sport you are letting no-one down but yourself if you have a bad day,” Atkinson said.

“We moved to Tasmania in 1983 when we bought the top supermarket in Bridport and within a couple of weeks I’d joined the golf club.

“We had intended at that stage to move back to the mainland once our girls were through school, but life in Bridport is pretty hard to beat and now we’ll never leave.

“I think I went onto the women’s

“I guess it also gave me the confidence to take on Club Captain at Bridport!

“Apart from my Life Membership of Bridport Golf Club, it is the most humbling and exciting experience to receive an award like this. It has pride of place on our lounge room wall.”

Atkinson first picked up a club in Victoria to have a hit in 1979.

“I was born and bred in Melbourne, but never even thought of playing golf until we moved to live in Maldon in central Victoria when Bob became Manager of the CBC bank there.

“The wife of the Manager of the State

Warrior the class 3yo

• Rob Hammond with the trophy won by Island Warrior.

LOCAL BUSINESSMAN Rob Hammond couldn’t wipe the smile off his face after Island Warrior won the Mcb Developments $125,000 Three Year Old Cup in Launceston last Wednesday night.

Island Warrior is the half-sister to well performed Glass Warrior and has proved she will be a force to be reckoned with

this season.

She was bred by Mandy Gunn of Motree Thoroughbreds at Waterhouse and purchased by Mr Hammond for David and Kath Anderson on Flinders Island.

Island Warrior holds the yearling purchase price record at Motree Thoroughbreds and will hopefully go on from Glass Warrior to do connections

A NIGHT WITH

STEVEN

BAKER

proud throughout the season.

She charged home late to win the 1200m cup ridden by Chelsea Baker, who rode the race of her life to seal the deal and win, thrilling owners and partners.

“She will follow on through the three year old filly races and the main target will be the Tassie Oaks (2100m) in Launceston,” Trainer John Blacker said.

After playing over 200 AFL games, the best and fairest St Kilda player will share is journey.

Talking about how grit beats talent and the tough battles he has faced on and off the field.

The Loft, Bridport Bunker Club LIMITED TICKETS - $55 PER HEAD

60 available including a meet and greet Contact Rodney 0417 169 644 There will also be a NEPC Cup Calcutta called by Rohan Hadley

NEPC Horse of the Year DE GOEY KARALTA ARTEMIS LOYOLA TRIOS ROCKANDAHARDPLACE STORMY SANZ COLBY SANZ THUNDER SANZ INDIANNA SANZ SUNNY SANZ GRIZZLY MONTANA THE MIGHTY DOC MAYS PLACE STAR WATCHING MIKI SANZ SEANNAFAIR BEAM ME UP CHOPPER MICTON AROHA SCARLET PLACE TIGERLICIOUS BRIDWOOD CHARLY CAPTURE IT IMPULSIVE GEORGE

19 17 14 14 14 13 13 11 11 9 9 8 8 3 3 2 2 2 2 1 1 1

NEPC Trainer of the Year KENT RATTRAY ROHAN HADLEY KYLE PRATTEN KATE MACLEOD MAX WADLEY

116 20 18 14 9

Hosted by the North East Pacing Club

7PM THURS JAN 4, 2024

fast.”

Atkinson paid tribute to Bridport Golf Club as an amazingly inclusive club where women and men are accepted equally.

“Gone are the days when men used to run our club; we now have a woman Secretary, woman Captain, plus two other women on the board, therefore half the board members are women.

“Of course there are different personalities in the club, but it is honestly like one big family where everyone supports everyone else.

“And the whole club is run by volunteers, from course maintenance, machinery maintenance, catering, cleaning and administration.

­

­

Scottsdale Football Club

Christmas BBQ

The club invites all players, partners, parents, children, and supporters to a family Christmas barbecue at the clubrooms.

Friday, December 15th at 5.30pm Pre-season recruit Santa Claus will be in attendance, and plenty of fun and frivolity will be assured.

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | 11

Paying tribute to a former Pies star

BY PETER FISH WHEN MAX Davidson passed away in October this year, the Scottsdale Football Club and the broader North-Eastern community lost a much loved personality.

Max came from the famous Davidson family of Campbell Town and that's where he commenced his football career in 1951, as a 16 year old.

In 1953 he played for North Launceston, and then moved to Melbourne a year later to train with Collingwood. Max played well in practice matches but returned to Tasmania the same year to do his national

service training and played with North Hobart.

The Collingwood Football Club website includes a very detailed description of Max's career at the club where he played from 1955-57.

Max made his debut with the famous club in 1956 and The Age newspaper described him as fast, clever and tenacious and said his disposal was good. He totalled 16 games but was surprisingly dropped for the Grand Final.

In 1957 he managed a few reserves games before contracting tuberculosis. The club rallied behind him and raised 680 pounds

for Max's benefit, and at the age of just 23 it appeared as if his playing career was finished.

He returned to Tasmania in 1958 to coach Campbell Town, and later Kings Meadows, Avoca and St Marys, before becoming a significant player with the Scottsdale club.

Aged well into his thirties Max played in the back pocket for a couple of years but retired as a player at the start of 1970.

He coached the thirds for two years, was a selector and committeeman and was appointed senior coach in 1983 when his team was defeated by North Launceston in the preliminary final.

Mixed results for Scottsdale

North-East 8-Ball finals

BY TED WHELAN

• Cindy Walsh in action on Saturday for Div 3.

BY CINDY WALSH ON THURSDAY November 30, Scottsdale’s Div. 2 side travelled to North Launceston and took home a win 69 to 60.

Skip Graeme Walsh, Lead Helen Pola, 2nd Cindy Walsh, 3rd Gary Ashby had an unfortunate five shot loss 19 to 24.

Skip Mike Hansell, Lead Nerina Hansell, 2nd Steve McMullan, 3rd Neville Lynch came home with a six shot win 23 to 17.

Skip John Dennis, Lead Kevin Coates, 2nd Barney Wise, 3rd Arch Ranson also had a great win, up by 8, 27 to 19.

Division 4 went into Kings Meadows and came home with a three shot win 59 to 56.

Skip Kylie Blackwell, Lead Julie Kean, 2nd Kerrie Donaldson, 3rd Brian Walsh went down by seven, 17 to 24.

Skip Tony Williams, Lead David Ezzy, 2nd Chris Coates, 3rd Tony Giunta also had a loss 14 to 21, down 7.

Skip Kath Ginn, Lead Marie Charlton, 2nd Phil Hays, 3rd Peter LeFevre had a great win, taking out the win with a 17 shot advantage - 28 to 11.

This gave Scottsdale a total win on the day of 59 to 56, up 3.

On Saturday December 2, Division 1 went

to Longford hoping for a win.

Skip Craig Bennett, Lead Nerina Hansell, 2nd Helen Pola, 3rd Gary Ashby unfortunately went down by 12 shots, 14 to 26.

Skip Nigel Chorley, Lead Steve McMullan, 2nd Tony Williams, 3rd Neville Lynch came out winners with a hard-fought one shot win, 20 to 19.

Skip Mike Hansell, Lead Peter Fogarty, 2nd John Dennis, 3rd Arch Ranson battled, going down by 11 shots, 14 to 25, giving Longford an overall win of 70 to 48 on the day.

Division Three was lucky enough to be playing at home against L.B.C. but couldn’t do it on the day.

Skip Barney Wise, Lead Tony Giunta, 2nd Chris Coates, 3rd Sam Knight went down 12 to 23.

Skip Graeme Walsh, Lead Kerrie Donaldson, 2nd Brian Walsh, 3rd Cindy Walsh struggled all day going down by 19 shots, 8 to 27.

Skip Kerry Hayes, Lead Kevin Coates, 2nd Pat Bennett, 3rd Kath Ginn also struggled and went down by five, 19 to 24, giving Scottsdale a loss of 39 to 74.

BRIDPORT TIDES WED 6 DEC LOW 12:03 am HIGH 6:22 am LOW 12:39 pm HIGH 6:22 pm

• Rex Lethborg and Max Davidson.

Preliminary Final – Ringarooma 5 d Scottsdale RSL 1 Last Thursday evening at the Ringarooma Hub the stage was set for a bumper evening which in fact turned out to be a rather disappointing match up for a preliminary final, we have in fact got used to witnessing them from time to time throughout competition.

The Bear Cats could only win one game and that was through rough head Kerrison who has been playing since the HR Holdens hit the show room floor.

Players like Daffy who has won two singles titles of late was car sick, Lethborg who is always quick to tell you of his ability but like a lot of others doesn’t produce, Fogarty played a blinder a couple of weeks ago - his wife Vilma

said it’s a pity he would turn a blinder in the kitchen duties.

Grand Final this week at the Weldborough Hotel Winnaleah and Ringarooma will have the long trek to their playing venue and hopefully a large gathering of onlookers will attend.

The Wanderers will start favourites I feel but The Hub have that extra game under their belt and are quietly confident they will need to do their homework I feel as the reigning premiers are like MacGyver, no matter what situation arises.

The Hub could do no worse than swap their playing order or even call on the old Dad’s Army Mr Fix It Boss Hayes to the number one slot.

Trophy presentations will take place after the game.

Full field in community bowls

BY PETER FISH SCOTTSDALE'S COMMUNITY bowls competition kicked off last week and two teams commenced with big wins. A total of 21 teams will do battle over the summer period.

Trevor Jessup led his Millies' Carers team to a 14 shot victory over Moore's Mongrels whose skip Quacker will now be removed from the forklift and put back on the broom.

Meanwhile nearby the Girl Power unit thrashed the Upper George team. Skip Nerina Hansell was in complete control not distracted by the sniping between mother and son, and selectors have already sacked both Fish and Petterwood from the Upper George team for next week.

Moore's Magicians made it a double loss for the farm after Team Arch beat them easily, while RSL Tigers gave Tools

Down a belting.

Despite the best efforts of China, his Ringarooma mate Craig Bennett led the Grave Diggers to a narrow win, while Kath Ginn's promise of free tea towels failed to inspire Kendalls' Mopokes who lost to the Late Comers by three shots. I think beer might be a more alluring offer Kath?

Serve Ag got their season off to a winning note defeating the Sledge Track Sliders by three, while Wayward Bowls got their season away with a win over Wick Masters. Merv's Marvels led by Chilcott were too good for Just Plastered and Murray Lade was complaining once again about his skip.

And in the closest match of the night the Grand Slammers held out the Wanderers by a single shot, and they were as noisy as Kyrgios after a session in a night club.

Matches resume tonight at 5.30pm.

• Tomahawk minus 1hr • Eddystone Point minus 1hr 35min • St Helens Wharf minus 1hr 15 mins

THU 7 DEC LOW 12:37 am HIGH 6:53 am LOW 1:17 pm HIGH 7:04 pm

FRI 8 DEC LOW 1:14 am HIGH 7:27 am LOW 1:57 pm HIGH 7:50 pm

SAT 9 DEC LOW 1:56 am HIGH 8:05 am LOW 2:42 pm HIGH 8:44 pm

SUN 10 DEC LOW 2:44 am HIGH 8:48 am LOW 3:32 pm HIGH 9:45 pm

MON 11 DEC LOW 3:39 am HIGH 9:36 am LOW 4:25 pm HIGH 10:50 pm

TUE 12 DEC LOW 4:40 am HIGH 10:31 am LOW 5:21 pm HIGH 11:54 pm

12 | THE NORTH – EASTERN ADVERTISER | WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023

SPORT Warrior Win

Mourning Max

PAGE 10

PAGE 11

Humbling award for Atkinson

• June Atkinson awarded Life Membership of Northern Golf by President Greg Williams.

BRIDPORT

JOHNNY’S SAVE $12.00

1099

$ Cadbury Favourites 520g $2.11 per 100g

ea

AFTER MORE than 40 years’ involvement on the fairways and behind the scenes, Bridport Golf Club Captain June Atkinson was humbled to last week receive Life Membership of Northern Golf.

The award was presented to Atkinson after the two-day City Week golf event at Bridport.

Atkinson is one of only two female Club Captains in the State and is already a Life Member of Bridport Golf Club.

The club’s Helen Davies said everyone was extremely proud of their humble leader and were thankful for her service.

“The fact that it was presented at home, in front of a large contingent of 18-hole golfers added to the significance of her achievements,” Davies said.

“As a club we are in awe of June’s accomplishments. She has a tournament named in her honour – the Ladies Northern B Grade Championship - June Atkinson Trophy and she is a great role model for girls and women in sport.

“Her impressive list of service

Schweppes Traditional/ Mineral Water/Mixers 1.1L $1.18 per 1L

SAVE $1.35

SAVE $3.01

$ 30

$ 99

1

ea

2

includes membership of Women's Golf Tasmania North for 13 years, delegate to Women’s Golf Tasmania for 10 years, Publicity Officer of Women’s Golf Tasmania for 10 years and State Handicap Manager for 10 years to mention only a few.”

Atkinson was also VicePresident of Women’s Golf Tasmania - North for two years, on the Technical Committee of Women’s Golf Australia for three years, Northern Vice-President of Women’s Golf Tasmania for three years and Chairman of Women’s Golf Tasmania Course Rating Committee for two years.

“When I was told I was getting the award my reaction was ‘what for’,” Atkinson said.

“I have never considered that I did any more than anyone else on the committees, and I loved every minute of the time that I served.

“Being on these committees gave me the opportunity to meet so many lovely golfing ladies from all over the state and quite a few of them were at City Week.

T STORY CONTINUES, PAGE 10.

Trading Hours Mon-Fri 6am - 7.30pm Sat-Sun 7am - 7.30pm

Under New Management!

ea

Moccona Coffee Sachets 8/10pk

These specials available until Tuesday 12/12/2023 at IGA Xpress Bridport, while stocks last. Pictures are for illustration purposes only.

We reserve the right to limit purchases to reasonable quantities. We reserve the right to correct printing errors. Trade not supplied.

83 Main St, Bridport