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Desalinisation plant plea for Cape Barren’s water woes BY RACHEL WILLIAMS AN EMERGENCY three-week 500,000 litre water drop to Cape Barren Island will come to an end on Friday with residents saying they are desperately close to running out of water. While the State Government says the island’s 88 residents currently have “sufficient water storage for its immediate needs”, Cape Barren Island Aboriginal Association General Manager Denise Gardner says the situation was precarious. “We met with representatives of DPAC and Aboriginal Affairs on Friday and they broke the news that the water truck and tank coming in every day for the last three weeks will come to an end this week,” Ms Gardner said. “Five weeks ago we knew we were in big trouble and it is really serious now - we really need some rain. I am scared to go and look at my tank to see what’s left.” Prolonged dry conditions on the island
have contributed to the low water levels in the island’s reservoirs. The State Government received a direct request for assistance on November 17, 2023 and has funded the effort to send daily supplies from a TasWater holding dam on Flinders Island in a water cartage truck on a barge to Cape Barren. Ms Gardner praised the efforts from the State Government, TasWater and Flinders Council for their assistance, saying the deliveries would have cost a lot of money, and they were “lucky to get what they got”. But a long-term plan was desperately needed as the height of summer approaches, she said. “We need a desalinisation plant to be honest and we are in the middle of getting that information and we would need the State Government to come to the party on that,” Ms Gardner said. “The dams on the island are pretty much empty – as they have been filling up the water it’s being used so it’s not rising and
with the heat from the sun it is evaporating as well. “The rain we have been getting is just a whisper – blink and it is gone.” The water deliveries have been put into one of the island’s two dams but there is not enough supply to allow for the water treatment plant to operate, rendering the water unconsumable. TasWater has mobilised its emergency stock of bottled water to Cape Barren Island for supply to the residents, with 6000 litres of bottled drinking water being distributed to residents. Flinders Mayor Rachel Summers said she hadn’t been informed of the cessation of water delivery this Friday. “It is part of our municipality and we will do what we can but we can’t finance an ongoing barge,” Councillor Summers said. “We have set aside $30,000 for the Cape Barren community this year so we can see what is important to them and if a desalinisation plant is what they need we
can put it in our priority projects plan and we can advocate for that from a political perspective.” Ms Gardner said the last rain provided 45mm at the Eastern end of the island where there is stock kept, but the main residential area only received 1mm. “God forbid there would be a fire but thankfully our truck does take salt water which is a bit of a godsend,” Ms Gardner said. A government spokesman said the decision to stop transporting water was informed by a combination of monitoring daily water usage and the volume of water within the storage system. “The Government is working with the Cape Barren Island Aboriginal Association to ensure a sustainable water supply system is in place as soon as possible,” the spokesman said. Cape Barren Island was declared as Aboriginal Land and returned to the Aboriginal people of Tasmania in 2005.
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New Zealand Placing for Junior Judge Alice Hall,18, returned this week from a hectic schedule in New Zealand after representing Tasmania in the 2013 FCaS (Federal Council of agricultural Societies) National Beef Judging competition. Each Australian state and New Zealand were represented. Alice qualified after winning the Tasmanian state final at the Devonport Show. The event was hosted by the Royal Agricultural Society of New Zealand and required each contestant to judge three classes of cattle and then make an assessment of one particular group over the public address system. Alice finished a very creditable third in the competition.
CHRISTMAS WITH THE SALVATION ARMY December is a very busy but special time for the Salvos in Scottsdale. Through our Christmas Cheer program, we will be distributing up to 70 Bags of Hope (Christmas hampers), along with presents for children and adults. A big shoutout to Cynthia at the Scottsdale Shoe Shop for distributing 40 of these empty bags within our community, which were returned filled to the brim. Thank you to all who contributed to make Christmas a little bit better for some this year. Our Blue Christmas gathering is on Monday, December 18th at 7.30pm. Christmas can be hard for many people. They are dealing with loss, heartbreak and loneliness. Not everyone feels like celebrating. We offer a safe space for those who find Christmas difficult. On Sunday, December 24th at 11pm,
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Scottsdale student wins scholarship. Former Scottsdale High student Melanie Knight has won the inaugural Blue Cafe scholarship to pursue a career in arts management. Melanie, a third year Visual and Performing Arts student at the University of Tasmania, was presented with a cheque for $1,000 last week. She is studying lighting and production and will be working on the set of the musical 42nd Street to be performed in Launceston next year. Award initiator and Blue Café manager Paul Alexander said that the business was pleased to support the arts considering the cafe's proximity to the academy.
we will be holding a Christmas Eve Celebration. Come and see in Christmas Day as we celebrate the birth of our Saviour – Jesus Christ! Both these events will be held at the Salvos, corner of Arthur and Ada Streets. If you need further info, please call me on 0429 000 829. Peter Lethbridge, Salvation Army SCHOOL MUSICAL CONGRATULATIONS Following last week’s published letter, it gives me enormous pleasure to now congratulate Scottsdale High School, again my school, on their fabulous High School Musical Production where students acting and singing talents were on display. The commitment to the community by presenting the show five times over four days was outstanding.
This gave SHS students, those from other schools, the wider community including proud family and friends, the opportunity to enjoy and appreciate the dedicated efforts of all involved to which many may have been well outside their comfort zone delivering great performances. To Principal Elizabeth Williams, Director Brittany Walker, Musical Director Liz Sharp and the teaching team, you can be extremely proud of your cast who performed and the crew who managed back stage and then to everyone’s delight came forward to be involved in the finale. Congratulations, the bar for future productions is certainly set high and I look forward to the next SHS production, a well-earned break is certainly deserved. It’s wonderful to see such great talent in the NorthEast. Tania Rattray, MLC Independent Member for McIntyre
Army cadets shine ON WEDNESDAY, November 29, 603 ACU held its final formal parade/ presentation evening. Scottsdale RSL Sub-Branch President Bill O’Reilly presented awards to those who participated in the Remembrance Day service.
Other award recipients were: CDT Samuel Chilcott - Cadet of the year 2023 CDTLCPL Mary Julianne Mangabulan - Most Improved 2023 CDTSGT Cody Johnson - Achievement Award
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New Aminya Units An additional 11 independent units complete with ensuites at the North-East Aminya Hostel are close to completion. Constructed by local builder Scott Dobson and designed by Launceston architect Robert Morris-Nunn, the new extensions are characterised by some interesting features. A bird aviary, fish tank, internal gardens, skylights and a waterfall at the entrance give the building a unique appearance. But perhaps the most unusual innovation has been the inclusion of a number of feature walls made from split timber palings salvaged from a farm shed, accompanied by rusty iron, to provide a nostalgic, rustic atmosphere to the complex.
• RSL Sub Brach President Bill O'Reilly with Achievement Award winner Cody Johnson
• Bill O'Reilly with Most Improved Award recipient Mary Julianne Mangabulan.
• Bill O'Reilly with Samuel Chilcott Cadet of the year 2023.
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• Scottsdale Community Carols 5:00pm Scottsdale Primary School Hall • Christmas Carols by the sea from 4:30pm Bridport Village Green
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In the swing of golf boom BRIDPORT’S MAIN Street will see a business of a different kind swing open its doors to further boost the town as a golfing destination. Local media content creator Nic Betts hopes the new golf simulator business will be ready for punters to have a hit by Boxing Day. The shop, which has seen many iterations including as a homeware retailer and most recently as a wine cellar door, will house the golf business alongside his other businesses - NB Media and North-East Car Rentals. As part of the development, said to cost between $50,000-$100,000, walls have been painted black and blinds will be installed to make the simulation area
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dark enough for players to have a hit on a variety of different simulated courses from around the globe. “You will be hitting real balls and basically play on graphics that come up on a projector like you are playing the real thing or you can practise with a driving range set-up,” he said. The business decision came after Betts planned to buy a simulator for his private use but decided the public would embrace the new opportunity. He said golfers would be able to add it to their itinerary as something different when playing Barnbougle and Lost Farm. “It will be a bit of fun,” he said.
“You will be hitting real balls and basically play on graphics that come up on a projector like you are playing the real thing or you can practice with a driving range set-up,”
• Nic Betts and partner Ellen Simons are preparing to open a golf simulator attraction on Bridport’s Main Street on Boxing Day.
No burn plans for Weymouth TASMANIA PARKS and Wildlife Service has responded to community concerns about a fire risk on Ralph Street in Weymouth. Resident Jennifer Stuart last week raised bushfire risk in the area as an issue that needed immediate attention. A PWS spokesman said the service continually monitored the weather and fuel moistures during the season to determine required objectives for fuel reduction burns. “Under the Bushfire Risk Assessment Model (BRAM) the bushfire risk level for that area has been identified as low to moderate with the greatest risk coming from the North-West, the direction
of the prevailing weather,” the spokesman said. “The coastal strip is vulnerable to erosion and removing vegetation can increase the risk of erosion. “The last fuel reduction burn conducted at Weymouth was in September 2016 north of Major Street. This is in line with appropriate fire regimes for that vegetation type.
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FORENSIC FIRE investigators from Adelaide will be on site at the fire devastated Nunamara General Store on Thursday to determine insurance pay outs, as the owners and operators plan to rise from the ashes. The inferno last Wednesday afternoon was heartbreaking for business owner Kerrie Sinclair to witness, just weeks after losing her husband Doug and after financially surviving a tough 12 months with the closure of the Sideling to heavy trucks while upgrades are completed. “It’s been pretty rotten,” Mrs Sinclair said. “The building has to come down. It gutted the shop area and went into the house through the roof. “The landlords have come down from NSW and they look like they are in shock but they have said they will rebuild. “I feel so bad for them because there was nothing I could do to stop it.
“Once they get it rebuilt and do up a new lease I will be back and hopefully keep it going because it means a lot to me. I have worked there for nearly 20 years and we have had it for seven years.” Staff noticed the fire, which started as a result of faulty wiring in the roof cavity, and called Triple 0 at 12.20pm. “When I came over the hill and saw the smoke I said ‘there goes my life’ but thankfully everyone was safe,” she said “The forensic fire investigators will come for the insurance on Thursday but the money will take a while to come through so my two employees will have to go and find other jobs while we wait which is hard.” Post usually collected at Nunamara will now be available at Kings Meadows Post Office.
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• Business owner Kerrie Sinclair outside the Nunamara General Store, recently gutted by fire; (inset) inside the fire ravaged store.
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AN EMERGENCY Hub at Bridport to house the local fire brigade and ambulance service is expected to gain momentum next financial year despite a land transfer remaining incomplete. Shadow Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management Michelle O’Byrne has expressed frustration at the time it’s taking to see progress, saying it wasn’t good enough. “Despite the Dorset Council transferring land in Emily Street to the Crown at the beginning of last year, the Rockliff Government is still yet to transfer this land to the State Fire Commission,” Ms O’Byrne said.
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• Michelle OByrne and members of the Bridport Fire Brigade.
“Repeated requests for updates are met with vague responses claiming the project is a priority without any idea of where it sits on the strategic assets plan.” Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Felix Ellis, said the project was important and the State Fire Commission had allocated $1.1 million in 2024-25 for the construction and relocation of the new facility at “Ezzy Park”. “The land transfer is underway with all parties engaged,” Mr Ellis said. “The relocated fire station will provide a custom-designed emergency response facility for our emergency services personnel in the area, to meet the needs of this growing local community.” Ms O’Byrne said Bridport Fire Brigade was a strong volunteer service with great local support but the current station was too small and not safety compliant. “Minister Ellis must provide a timeline on when the community can expect the transfer of land to be completed and when works to start on the new hub,” she said.
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Life Membership honour for Mary TWENTY TWO years after playing a pivotal role in the re-establishment of the North-East Chamber of Commerce, Mary Partridge has been honoured with Life Membership of the business body. Chairwoman Maria Branch said the award was a way to formally acknowledge and show appreciation for Mrs Partridge’s years of support, dedication and contribution to the community. “As a founding member of the reestablishment of Chamber in 2001, Mary also took the position of Treasurer for many years,” Ms Branch said. “Under the Chamber banner for the past 15 years, Mary has co- ordinated Lucky Shopper whilst still running her own business and continues in this role as a community member.” Mrs Partridge said she remembers that she and her husband Murray attended a meeting at Kendall’s Hotel along with Steve Love from the Scottsdale Pharmacy, Sue Farrell from the Secretariat and Peter Gutwein from The Bay Inn Bridport. “From that meeting Chamber of Commerce was reformed. We all felt it was time to reform and help revitalise
the area,” Mrs Partridge said. “I have stayed involved for most of that time. Now I do not attend meetings, but I am heavily involved with the Lucky Shopper, Find Santa’s Reindeers and the Letters of Christmas.” Mrs Partridge’s working career started in the office of Kraft Foods. “I was there for 14 years then left to start a family,” she recalled. “Three children later Murray and I were bread vendors for Nubake for several years, then we purchased the Cottage Bakery and owned that business for nearly 23 years. “My present career is being a grandmother as our daughter is a RN and we have the grandchildren every second weekend or any time that their mum needs a helping hand. “I am also heavily involved with making things to pack to go to children overseas for Operation Christmas Child.” Mrs Partridge said she was proud of her business journey and honoured to be recognised. “Along our journey at the bakery due to hard work and having a great team around us we lifted production dramatically, we
were able to win many State and Federal Baking Shows. “We were able to qualify six apprentices and had just signed a seventh when we sold the business. “We were admitted to the Baking Association of Australia Hall of Fame for our services to our Industry, but I think a real stand out for me was when Janine and Craig Williams were running their tourism business they hosted travel agents from overseas and we ended getting coverage for the North-East area in London and New York papers regarding the product we supplied for these tours. “My hope for the future of our business community is that our local population keeps up their support for these businesses. They provide employment for future generations and once you lose a business it is very hard to have that replaced in this economic climate. “I am honoured to have been made a life Member of the Chamber and I regard it as a privilege to have served both the business community and the local community and I hope I have a couple of more years in me to continue to do so.”
• Chair Maria Branch presents Mary Partridge with Life Membership of the North-East Tasmania Chamber of Commerce.
Bridport annual coastal clean up BRIDPORT HOTEL hosted the eighth annual Clean Our Coast event on Sunday to help remove rubbish from the beaches in the town. The hotel’s Justin Artis said 35 people turned up to assist with six wheelie bins of rubbish picked up on the day. “It is a great, feel-good family event for people to make a difference in the community,” Mr Artis said. • Cleaning up the Coast were Ike Helpers were treated to a free barbeque at the end of the day. and Scott Hill from Bridport.
• Jayden Lade-Wihongi, Blake Nettlefold, Maui LadeWihongi and Dax Hughes with Darren Martello.
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Christmas celebrations in full swing HUNDREDS OF people turned out to the Rotary Dorset Christmas Celebration at the Scottsdale Recreation Ground on Sunday with a special visit from Santa the highlight. Singing, line dancing and some Fijian Fire dancers entertained the crowds as children spun around on rides, played laser tag and were treated to pony rides. It finished a busy weekend of Christmas cheer, with the late night shopping and makers’ market busy until a downpour hit. That rain reduced the crowds at the Ringarooma Pool Christmas Party with only 70 people turning up. “We had hoped to get 200 there but the weather was absolutely terrible. Those that did brave the weather had an absolutely brilliant time and the band was brilliant so we booked them again for next year and hopefully the weather will be on our side then,” organiser Sheree Forsyth said. There’s plenty more yuletide fun planned this weekend – from singing to a trip looking at stuffed Santas. There are four carols events planned across the region. The first kicks off in Lilydale on Saturday, December 16 at Lilydale Bowls Club. Gates open at 5pm and carols begin at 6pm. The evening includes face painting, a sausage sizzle, pizza van and a visit from Santa. Lilydale and surrounding areas are well into the Christmas spirit, with stuffed Santas springing up in places you might least expect, doing all sorts of crazy things. You can vote for your favourite in the Lilydale Lions’ initiative at Wraggs IGA and Lilydale Take Away with winners announced on the 16.
Springfield will also host an event on Saturday evening, with Christmas Carols at the Friends of St Pauls Hall from 7.00pm. On Sunday, Scottsdale Carols will take place from 5pm at the Scottsdale Primary School Hall, followed by a free sausage sizzle. Organised by the Dorset Christian Leaders Network, the evening will feature fun carols and traditional hymns with guest artists including Ella Bayles, Max Hodgetts and Bobby Young. A Nativity story will be recreated by children as part of the event. Bridport Christmas Carols by the Sea kicks off at 4.30 with carols starting at 6pm.
• Santa arrives at the Rotary Dorset Christmas Party.
• Nate and Ollie Rainbow with Santa.
• Vanessa Wheeler with her • Liam Whyte, 10, from son Josh and grandson Launceston with his grandmother Debbie Searle, Avery. from Scottsdale.
• Baxter Viney, 5, from Scottsdale with sisters Hazel, 6, and Adaline,2, and mum Claire.
• Amy Cahill with daughter • Chloe Lethbog, 9, Adelene Ella Bayles, 14, from Bridport Tubb, 10 and Estelle after her singing performance Lethborg, 5, all from on stage at the event. Scottsdale.
• Lotte Walsh, 9, from Scottsdale with Harlow Potter, 1, from Launceston.
• Line dancers in action at the free Christmas event on Sunday.
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NESMH 25-year career celebrations THREE REGISTERED Nurses and a cleaner at North-East Soldiers Memorial Hospital have been celebrated for their longevity in their careers, with a presentation of 25 year service awards last week. Stacey Walters, Valerie Saville, Prue Oliver and Debbie Gooch have all clocked over a quarter of a century at the facility. Ms Walters, Ms Saville and Ms Oliver are Grade Four nurses and were initially
employed as Registered Midwives and worked in the maternity unit before the service closed in 2015. “All three nurses are extremely skilled nurses,” Director of Nursing Wendy Mackay said. “They are able to provide excellent nursing care, both for inpatients and emergency presentations to the NESMH. They display excellent leadership qualities - both clinical and non-clinical.” Ms Walters and Ms Saville’s Grade 4 portfolio is Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration and both occasionally relieve the Nurse Unit Manager. The pair also provide antenatal care to women in the Dorset area through the midwifery-run Antenatal Clinics at NESMH and post-natal care through the Extended Midwifery Service (EMS). Ms Oliver was until recently a Grade Four • Wendy Mackay (DON) presents Debbie RN/RM but has relinquished her midwifery qualification. Her portfolio is Medication Gooch with her award.
• Prue Oliver, Stacey Walters, Valerie Saville, Wendy Mackay (DON), Liz Gibb (NUM) at the 25 year presentation. Ms Mackay was also presented Safety and she also occasionally relieves with a certificate in recognition of the NUM. Ms Gooch is employed at NESMH as 25 years’ service, however some of her a cleaner in the hospital and she is also a service carried across from the Northern Territory and Queensland. Home Help Carer in clients’ homes.
Derby distillery plans brewing A NEW brewery and distillery is set to be established at Derby while a large mural will be unveiled on the weekend as one family business aims to pay homage to the area’s mountain biking and mining history. Kate and Tim Brown from Lot 40 Bar and Restaurant are behind the new agritourism proposal, which would see a new building at “Valleypond”, 32267 Tasman Highway. “The development at the Valley Pond site will pay homage to the building that was part of the Briseis extended mine on that site,” Ms Brown said. “The building will be the same shape as
the distinctive building that was part of the landscape in the early 1900s.” It will be the new home of Tin Valley Brewery and Blue Trail Distillery, which are currently operating at Lot 40 in the centre of Derby. “As well as increasing capacity to produce beer, gin, and other drinks, we will be providing tours and crafting sessions enabling visitors to make their own beer and gin,” Ms Brown said. The ground floor would include a bottling room cool room, bar and lounge with store and toilet facilities, large workshop and alfresco area while upstairs would include
a store, laboratory and mezzanine area. But before works start on the development, an artistic project designed by Tom Cosic is set to be unveiled on Saturday. “Glen Jacobs, a revered figure in the mountain biking community and a Mountain Bike Hall of Fame recipient, will be onsite with Rhys Atkinson and Max Connor to unveil this extraordinary mural, expansive in size and scope, which pays homage to the world’s pioneering mountain bike trail builders from the 1990s onwards.”
• An artist's impression of the proposed new distillery.
• The ‘Valleypond’ settlement.
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Open day to showcase redeveloped Winnaleah Hotel THE WINNALEAH Hotel is set to open its doors for the public to see its incredible makeover by Gillian Grove and Steve Blank on Saturday, December 16 at 4pm. Over the past 18 months the hotel has enjoyed updates to the 10 room accommodations, a group lounge and an enormous sunny beer garden overlooking the hotel kitchen gardens. The couple noticed the sun-drenched and windprotected back area of the hotel and prioritised sitting areas in the renovations. However, don't expect to enjoy a night’s stay in one of their luxurious rooms any time soon. The hotel is sold out until May 2024 with the couple’s niche art retreats business and other creatives running hosted retreats. Whilst the accommodations and grounds have had a complete makeover, Gill and Steve have been sensitive to the needs of the local community and taken a ‘hands off’ approach to the small country bar attached to the accommodation, leaving it in its
• Accomodation is booked out until next May.
original form. “We love our locals and we are proud to be a part of the community here,” Gillian said. “We have made a concerted effort not to touch the bar which really belongs to the locals. “December is our time for fundraising and the Winnaleah Pool Giant stocking is currently in the hotel along with raffle tickets to purchase at the bar.” The public can pop in to see the renovations at an open day on Saturday 16 December from 4pm where the band the 120Y’s are playing. “We will swing open the doors to the community for them to come and see their hotel and to celebrate all of the hard working tradies who supported us on our journey,” she said. “We can't wait for everyone to see the renovations and to usher in a new era for Winnaleah.” Winnaleah Hotel is open from 4pm Wednesday to Saturday for meals. You can follow the business on Facebook. Bookings for dinner can be made on 03 6354 2331.
• Winnaleah Hotel's new outdoor entertaining area.
• Gill and Steve are excited to unveil major renovations to the Winnaleah Hotel.
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IN MEMORIAM
SHEEDY, John Francis December 14, 2021 As the days turn into years, the memories you left behind bring us laughter and many tears. We all miss you so much Dad. Kelly and Family
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RETURN THANKS
CLARK, Beris Irene May (Bet) 6.5.1931 – 12.11.2023 Ken, Steve, David and Lyn and their families wish to sincerely thank all relatives and friend for their kind condolences on the loss of the Matriarch of our family. A special heartfelt thanks to her wonderful carers, doctors, and the staff at the NESM and LGH who assisted us in honouring Bets wishes to live at home for as long as possible. Thank you all.
December 14, 2021 It doesn’t seem like two years have passed, I think about you every day. You were my ray of sunshine, I will always love you. Your loving wife Maxene
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Acknowledging university achievements THE UNIVERSITY graduation season is upon us with at least two North-East women celebrating their achievements at a University of Tasmania ceremony in Launceston last weekend. Former Ringarooma resident and Scottsdale High School alumni, Victoria Branch, graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work with Honours. Victoria currently works with Relationships Australia supporting separated families. She intends
to continue working in this area, in particular supporting children experiencing separation, as well as disability advocacy. Katelyn Walters graduated with a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood). Hailing from Scottsdale, Katelyn has been teaching a grade 5/6 class at Port Dalrymple since Term Two this year and will continue in the role in 2024. UTAS will hold another ceremony in Hobart this weekend.
If you would like to let your community know about your university graduation or achievement, whether in Tasmania or interstate, please email editor@northeasternadvertiser.com for inclusion in next week’s final edition for 2023.
• Katelyn Walters of Scottsdale graduated with a Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood.
• Victoria Branch at her graduation.
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dorset C O U N C I L The Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, 18 December 2023 will be held at the Council Chambers, 3 Ellenor Street, Scottsdale commencing at 6:00 pm. Members of the public are invited to attend in person, however, if any member of the public is feeling unwell, please do not attend. The audio recording of the Council Meeting, except for any part held in Closed Session, will be made available to the public as soon as practicable after the meeting via Council’s website and social media. The following items are listed for discussion: • Commissioner Communications • Management Team Briefing Report • Annual General Meeting Motion | Northern Tasmania Development Corporation Membership • Schedule of Council Meeting Dates 2024 • Review of Policy 54 – Wood Encouragement • Variation to 2023/24 Annual Plan • Variation to 2023/24 Fees and Charges – Camping Fees Derby Trail Head • Child and Youth Safe Organisations Act Update and Policy • General Manager’s Annual Performance Review (Closed Session) Please note the listed items are subject to change, removal or additional items may be included. The agenda and attachments will be available to the public from Thursday 14 December on Council’s website www.dorset.tas.gov.au contact 03 6352 6500 or email dorset@dorset.tas.gov.au JOHN MARIK General Manager
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Tuesday 26 December
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The Commissioner, Management and Staff wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year! JOHN MARIK General Manager
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Market improvements a relief LIVESTOCK UPDATE BY WARREN JOHNSTON WELL, 2023 won't be a year to forget in the livestock world as many producers reflect on the downside of the markets for those that sold and the upside in the markets for those that purchased. As we saw markets of all descriptions of livestock plummet through the year it has just as quickly risen over the last three weeks, this being on the back of rain events up the Eastern seaboard, along with producer confidence and the massive impact this has had on livestock markets both up and down. It is amazing the strength positive impacts can have on markets and how this can reflect in producer returns. Forward contracts have played a big part in the rise within the lamb markets with
breeders, store buyers and finishers given the confidence to put the time and effort into finishing lambs and being given a locked in price to work towards. On this note and with the attitude change from store buyers of all descriptions, we are again seeing producers competing against abattoir processors to secure livestock to go back to the paddock, again creating this “competitive tension” and ultimately lifting rates. As we enter the last two weeks of trade for 2023, a short summary of individual markets follows. Cattle: Store cattle have lifted in excess of 100 cents per kg for both steers and heifers over the last two week period, with Victorian and NSW competition back in the State trying to secure numbers. Prime cattle also lifting over the last two to three week period. We are now
seeing lifts of 30-50 cents per kg whilst our manufacturing beef and cow sales are low, mainland cows are reaching 260 cents per kg live weight - this again a 50-60 cent rise. Lambs: 480-500 cents was the top end of the market three weeks ago. We are now seeing mainland rates in auction markets 630-720 cents on many sales and with this massive store buyer demand. This will follow through to Tasmania and we can expect healthy increases going forward. Mutton: Probably the hardest hit out of the family, with many sheep making 7090% less than last year, but finally starting to find some momentum. Big crossbred sheep that couldn't command a price of $2-$10 three weeks ago are now making $25-$30, so there is hope this will increase more. One area of major concern is the ever increasing costs of moving livestock across
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• Hanging around! Joe Philpott from Pro-Scaff working on the Pipers River Bridge. A $1.6 million upgrade to strengthen the Pipers River Bridge on Bridport Road has been completed. Work finished up last Friday on the deck and piers on the two-span bridge to increase its load capacity. A Department of State Growth spokesman
said the upgrade ensured the bridge could meet the region’s growing freight needs. “Roughly a third of the vehicles that cross the bridge each day are heavy vehicles. It supports continued growth in the Tasmanian economy by supporting the safe and efficient movement of goods,” the spokesman said.
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Bass Strait and an increase in charges by the shipping companies that operate the boats and pass this onto our transport operators. As this cost increases, it is worth noting that the freight equalisation scheme has never increased its rebate from its inception therefore increasing cost of shipping yearon-year. Whilst some parts of our Tasmanian processing sector are experiencing difficult times, we can only hope these issues are sorted and corrected quickly for the betterment of livestock and the producers around Tasmania. Rain, confidence and quality are three key ingredients to the livestock market. I saw a quote last week that rings true. “The windscreen is far bigger than the rear vision mirror, keep looking forward not in the past.”
Beechford residential expansion AROUND 12 representations have been made during the public advertising period for a major residential subdivision proposed for the coastal community of Beechford. The 42-lot subdivision is likely to go before the George Town Council for a decision in January after the feedback is collated and a planning recommendation is made by officers. The proposal would see 40 residential lots and two road lots created from one 7.33ha block of land with frontage to Davis Street and Soldiers Settlement Road. A report to council from Woolcott
Surveyors said the proposed lots are “sized generously to the (Low Density Residential) zone to allow for on-site servicing and to be sympathetic to the surrounding development’. The report says that while the proposal is “reasonably significant in scale” it was “consistent with the lots demonstrated in the surrounding area which range from 559m2 to 1600m2. All lots will rely on on-site services apart from stormwater which will be directed to the public drainage system.
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Remembering Harry Spotswood, OBE, MC, JP HISTORY REMEMBERED HENRY EDWARD Tregaskis Spotswood, known as Harry, was born at Sheffield in 1893. The third eldest of nine children, his mother died when he was 15, leaving the father to bring up the family with the youngest child less than two years of age. His father, Christopher, had earlier lived in the North-East then joined the National Bank of Tasmania, working at Moorina, Ringarooma and Derby. Christopher Spotswood later became the Council Clerk at Beaconsfield. After the First World War he retired to Derby and Scottsdale, where he died in 1939 and is buried in the Ellesmere Cemetery. At 18 years of age, Harry, joined the National Bank at Derby, then worked for the Briseis Mine.
He enlisted in the AIF in August 1914, making him one of the first from the local area to enlist. He served for five years, including at Gallipoli, a total of 1,680 days, enlisting as a Private before being commissioned in November 1916, ending the war as a Captain. In November 1918 Harry Spotswood was awarded the Military Cross (MC). He returned to Australia, and to Derby, in April 1919. In 1925 Harry was appointed the Council Clerk for the Ringarooma Municipality. When the Cascade Dam flooding disaster occurred in Derby in 1929 he played a major role in the rescue and the recovery, particularly in alleviating hardship and suffering in the period following the disaster. In 1934 he transferred to the position of Council Clerk at Scottsdale.
In 1942 Harry Spotswood, aged 49, enlisted in the Australian Army for service during the Second World War, attaining the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. On his return from service in 1943 he resumed his position as Council Clerk. In January 1952, having recently retired from working for the Scottsdale Municipal Council, Harry was made an Officer of the British Empire (OBE) for his community and military service. Fondly remembered by his descendants, Harry Spotswood is remembered today by the naming of Spotswood Drive in Scottsdale. He died in 1975, aged 81. The North-Eastern Advertiser is working with the Dorset Tasmania History Society to publish historical articles so that our history, • Harry Spotswood. in stories and images, is not lost.
New bushfire weapon for STT SUSTAINABLE TIMBER Tasmania has successfully finished trials using 360-degree smoke detection cameras to further strengthen statewide firefighting efforts this bushfire season. As part of the project, smoke detection cameras were installed at several fire towers managed by STT. The equipment enables live camera feeds to be established in incident control rooms, helping to detect and monitor potential threats. The project is a collaboration between STT, Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service,
• An image taken from one of the new 360-degree smoke detection cameras.
Indicium Dynamics and the Minderoo Foundation. STT’s Fire Management Manager, Dean Sheehan, said that following the success of the camera’s smoke detection abilities, the project has evolved from a research trial to an operational trial. “Following the successful trial, STT has invested in additional smoke detection cameras to expand its current monitoring network to trial this operationally,” Mr Sheehan said. “The new cutting-edge technology is an important and essential tool in fire detection moving forward.” The investment comes as the Tasmanian bushfire season gets underway and after STT fire crews have already put in extensive preparations. They have already responded to bushfires at Coles Bay, Flinders Island and managed the incident and operational response to the Pioneer fire. In 2022/2023, they undertook 11 fuel reduction burns to protect local
• Fire crew, Brodie Frost, Craig Denney, Jye Hill, Nathan Petterwood, Sean Boucher, Andrew Cox. communities, while also attending 30 bushfires, resulting in 354 person days of assistance to Tasmania’s Fuel Reduction Program. It has more than 200 trained employees
and contract firefighters ready to respond, including 40 employees and contractors on standby every weekend for immediate deployment and the capacity to quickly increase if the conditions warrant.
Kind act by Girl Guides BRIDPORT’S GIRL Guides are preparing to finish the year spreading some Christmas colour after a generous act of kindness for those less fortunate. Dorset District Manager Girl Guides Tasmania Lyn Commane said this term the senior Bridport representatives had sewn bags and filled them with children’s activities for the Launceston Women’s Shelter. The delivery was made while the girls were on their way to ROAR, a camp held at Chudleigh and the Trowunna Wildlife Park.
This week they are gearing up to make a delivery of a different kind – with their voices. The guides will be singing Christmas songs at May Shaw Aminya this coming Sunday afternoon and will then be performing at Christmas Carols by the Sea on Bridport’s Village Green. • Isla MacKenzie, Charlotte Stevens, a shelter representative who can't be named for privacy reasons, Lara Adams and Heartley Rowbottom.
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AFLW Grand Final experience for Taneil
• Former Scottsdale resident Taneil Bloomfied has been honoured for her work in female football at Deloraine Football Club. FORMER SCOTTSDALE footy volunteer Taneil Bloomfield had an experience of a lifetime recently when she was chosen as an AFLW Community Ambassador and celebrated for her outstanding contribution to the women’s game before the start of the AFLW Grand Final. Representing Deloraine Football Club, Taneil was part of a guard of honour with other ambassadors from across the country, as the AFLW Premiership Cup was officially carried onto the field. The program recognises members from the football community who have been instrumental in facilitating and nurturing the remarkable growth of women and
girls’ football. Taneil played an integral role in bringing women’s football to Deloraine. She first started as an assistant coach in 2012 when there were only boy’s teams. She developed the club’s first girls team, for juniors aged 9-13 in 2018. She then worked tirelessly to develop the U11, U14 and U17 teams. “I’ve seen first-hand the impact at the grassroots level that footy can have – the connection kids make – the building of resilience in girls is a huge thing,” she said. “I hope it [being selected as an AFLW Community Ambassador] can inspire others to ‘keep pushing the train’ and get as many girls as possible playing football.”
Gladstone to regain major championship MORE THAN 1000 people turned out to witness nearly 30 axemen in action at the third annual Gladstone Wood Chop on Saturday. A number of A-grade athletes were in attendance to thrill onlookers, with the State 275mm tree title championship a highlight. It was won by Matthew Gurr. Organiser Cathy Willis said it was a great day with next year’s event to be even bigger, as it will again play host to the 11-inch state championship which always attracts a big field. “The choppers all love it down here as it is a great family day with market stalls and food vans and the weather held out for us,” Mrs Willis said. “It is good for the community to get people into the town and have a look around.” The next event for the North-East Association is the St Helens Athletics Carnival on January 20.
• Luke Lade in action at the Gladstone Chops.
• Melissa Partridge with with Lewis Rattray and Gabby Partridge.
• Organiser Cathy Willis from the Gladstone Hotel with Shaun Percey.
SPORTS RESULTS SCOTTSDALE GOLF CLUB
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DECEMBER 9 K.J'S HAM AND TURKEY DAY Winner: K.F. Wagner 39 C/B , R/ Up: B. Aitken 39, 3rd: D. Rattray 38. NTP Ladies: L. Mullins 3/12. Longest putt: S. Sculthorpe 9/18. NTP: C. Sculthorpe 5/14. Longest putt mens: R. Apted 9/18 December 17 - two person Ambrose, own partner, Mike's Memorial Day
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 Monthly Trophy: John LeFevre 69, Kevin Russell, 72, David Bird 72, Bob Laird 73 Div 2: Gary Lockhart 70, Greg Gurr 72, David Dodson 73. NTP 5/14: Xavier Nicholls, 6/16: Keith Groves. Longest Putt 2/11: Bob Atkinson. Putting: Xavier Nicholls 27. Women: June Atkinson 33, Mandy Hall 31, Lindy Lockhart 31. NTP 9/18: Mandy Hall Next Week – Stableford
CHRISTMAS FUN DAY - 3 PERON AMBROSE Winners - Julie Collins, David Knight, Steve McMullen 59 1/6, Runners up - Cheryl Mackenzie, Tony Collins, Tracey Taylor 63 1/6, Longest putt Christie Ferguson. Next week - Stableford
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NORTH-EAST RESIDENTS are being asked to have their say at a Tasmania AFL Club community event in Scottsdale next month. Nine community events are being held around Tasmania with the Scottsdale event the eighth in the series. Attendees will be invited to share their dreams and ambitions for the Club. You’ll also get to hang out with Jack Riewoldt – part-time tradie and full-time footy legend – as well as other AFL stars from across the State. Tickets are limited. Attendees are being asked to register their interest by applying to be placed in a ballot. Those successful in obtaining a ticket will receive an email. The event will be held Saturday, January 20, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at the Scotsdale Football Club rooms. For tickets visit - https://lu.ma/bt-scottsdale
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8-Ball Grand Final at Weldborough Hotel BY TED WHELAN Winnaleah v Ringarooma In certain quarters there were several disgruntled personnel regarding this fixture given the nod at this venue. Let’s face it, these matters are settled at committee meetings well before the scheduled date I believe, so next time they call a meeting put your hand up. Patrons were happy with the turn out and a few tourists stopping in the amenities out back would have been a bit foggy if they were back on the road at their intended time. The Magpies took the first through Jarrod Smith against Nathan Bennett, then Andrew McDougall evened up against Simon Blanc. The ever-reliable Boris Taylor showed Chris Holmes a few of his trick shots he saves for these such occasions and Ronnie Apted stepped up to put a damper on Whitlam Gough’s night. I found out that Alan Mountney had booked the next day off, but Bowser Forsyth spoilt that party then Tiles Wagner struck back to even the score. Then the doubles were underway with Smith and Blanc of Magpies dropping
Bowls Report BY JAN FOSTER
• Winners are grinners. North East 8-Ball final Mark McDougall, Bruce Branch, Dale Hayes, Nathan Bennett, Simon Blanc, Ronald Apted, Chris Holmes, Bowser Forsyth. off the perch to Bruce Branch and McDougal. Then Taylor and Lee Shaw could not stem the solid hitting of Apted and Holmes to clinch the title. We hope you have enjoyed the coverage and remember it’s these sorts
of gatherings are the ones that get people out in the community to meet and greet, with some 80-90 people turning out of a Thursday evening. So “Ho, Ho, Ho and So Say All Of Us”.
Upper George rise from the ashes BY PETER FISH IN A remarkable form reversal, Upper George defeated Kendall's Mopokes 18-0 in Wednesday's community bowls at Scottsdale last week to win the weekly prize, and justify the selectors' decision to drop two of their former mainstays. In other results, RSL Tigers with Blackwell at the helm were far too good for the Latecomers winning 20-4 while Helen Pola's Sledge Track Sliders got on the winners' list at the expense of Moore's Magicians who slumped to yet another loss. Millie's Carers, big winners in Round 1, came back to earth losing to Skippy Bennet's Grave Diggers 13-3, but Girl Power maintained their form, overcoming Merv's Marvels by two shots. The knives are out for Kevin Coates after Just Plastered lost again, this time to Serve
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Ag, while Graeme Walsh showed he wears the pants at home as he led his Wanderers to a seven-shot win over wife Cindy's Wick Masters. John Dennis' Wayward Bowls remain unbeaten after a six-shot win over the winless Moore's Mongels, and China Chorley's Sustainable Timber won their first game for the season 11-7 against Team Arch. Grand Slammers won on forfeit and Tools Down did just that. They had the bye. Competition continues tonight. RESULTS ROUND 2 Upper George 18 d Mopokes 0; RSL Tigers 20 d Latecomers 4; Sledge Track Sliders 18 d Moore's Magicians5; Grave Diggers 13 d Millie's Carers 3; Wanderers 12 Wick Masters 5; Serve Ag 14 d Just Plastered 10; Sustainable Timber 11 d Team Arch 7; Girl Power 10 d Merv's Marvels 8; Wayward Bowls 12 d Moore's Mongels 6
LADDER RSL Tigers Girl Power Grave Diggers Wayward Bowls Serve Ag Grand Slammers Sledge Track Sliders Team Arch Upper George Wanderers Millie's Carers Sustainable Timber Merv's Marvel Latecomers Tools Down Just Plastered Wick Masters Moore's Mongrels Mopokes Moore's Magicians
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WHAT A beautiful day for bowls on Thursday December 7 as the Division Two team headed off to Westbury. John Dennis skipped our 1st team of Jan Foster lead, Arch Ranson 2nd and Barney Wise 3rd but went down by 12 - 13 to 25. Mike Hansell skipped our 2nd team consisting of Nerina Hansell lead, Steve McMullan 2nd and Neville Lynch 3rd who had a hard fought one shot win 20 to 19. Graeme Walsh skipped the 3rd team of Brian Walsh lead, Cindy Walsh 2nd and Gary Ashby 3rd, who went down by four - 20 to 24. Overall, a loss for the team 53 to 68. Division 4 side travelled to Launceston Bowls Club. Kath Ginn skipped 1st team Marie Charlton lead, Philip Hay 2nd and Peter LeFevre 3rd to a great 10 shot win - 21 to 11. Kylie Blackwell skipped our 2nd team with Danny Donaldson lead, Julie Kean 2nd and Chris Coates 3rd also having a great win 22 to 16 (up six). Tony Williams skipped 3rd team with David Ezzy lead, Kerrie Donaldson 2nd and Tony Giunta 3rd and they unfortunately went down by six -13 to 19. Overall a win of 56 to 46. On Saturday, December 9, Division One travelled to Deloraine while Division Three played at home and hosted East Launceston Division 1 Skip Nigel Chorley and team lead by Steve McMullan, 2nd Sam Knight and 3rd Neville Lynch went down by three - 23 to 20. Skip Mike Hansell with team mates Arch Ranson lead, John Dennis 2nd and Peter Fogarty had a two shot loss - 17 to 19. Skip Craig Bennett, lead Nerina Hansell, 2nd Helen Pola and 3rd Gary Ashby had a great 14 shot win of 24 to 10, giving Scottsdale a total win on the day of 64 to 55. Division Three’s Team 1 skipped by Barney Wise, lead Tony Giunta, 2nd Jan Foster and 3rd Tony Williams had a great 19 shot win - 30 to 11. Team Two skipped by Graeme Walsh, lead David Ezzy, 2nd Brian Walsh and 3rd Cindy Walsh also had a great 14 shot win - 27 to 13. Team Three skipped by Kerry Hayes, lead Kevin Coates, 2nd Pat Bennett, 3rd Kath Ginn went down by 11 - 12 to 23. Scottsdale came out with the overall win 69 to 47.
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Bridport surf carnival success TEN SURF Life Saving Clubs from across the State took part in the first Tasmanian carnival for the season at Bridport on the weekend. The beach was transformed with a sea of people and tents as 290 junior athletes and 160 seniors took part across the two days. Bridport claimed fifth overall in the juniors and eighth overall for the seniors with events including surf swims, board races, relays, sprints, beach flags and beach runs. Bridport SLSC President Anita Howard said it was a wonderful reward for a big effort by the club to host the carnival. “We had 32 in the Bridport team competing
against some of the really big clubs so to finish where we did is a really great result for a club of our size,” Howard said. “It is a massive event for us and it’s the third time we have held it and each year it just gets bigger and bigger because everyone loves coming to Bridport because it is so beautiful and easy to access. “It is a mammoth effort for our volunteers and we are really grateful for everyone that contributed to the success of the carnival.” Bridport’s participants have four more events across the state culminating in the State Championships at Clifton Beach for the juniors and Penguin for the seniors next year.
•M ason Sluce, Will Moore, Campbell Allen and Nate Reeve having fun at the first statewide junior carnival held at Bridport.
• The view back to the beach from the water.
• Burnie and Bridport friendly rivals Archie Munday, Cooper Reeve, Ruben Lovric and Tim Innes at the Bridport carnival.
• Annie and Lucy Barnett and Victoria Allen from Bridport SLSC
• U12 Boys getting ready compete in Beach Flags.
Changing of the guard at Magpies T CONTINUED FROM BACK PAGE. “With the new structure coming into place in 2025 I feel that now is as good a time as any to relinquish the role and give David the opportunity to lead the club into the premier league,” Moore said. Incoming president David Mullins thanked Cameron Moore for his efforts and also welcomed Corey Binns, Eva James, Sherri Rainbow, Makaylah Lester, and Clint Lette onto the board for 2024. The new board will be introduced at the club’s Christmas barbecue on Friday, December 15 at 5.30pm. The new coaches will also address the gathering. At the club’s annual meeting Cameron Moore, Cabel Hall and Denham Hall were
all nominated for life membership of the club. It was noted that Moore has been involved with the club for almost 20 years as a player, board member, and president for nine years “But perhaps most importantly, Cameron has ensured the financial sustainability of the club,” the citation read. Cabel Hall started playing under 18s as a 13/14 year old and has been involved as a player for more than 25 years in under 18s, reserves and seniors, and has also been a board member. He has coached the reserves, juniors (under 14 and under 16 boys and under 17 girls) and was the inaugural senior women’s coach for five years. In that time the team
made four grand finals and won two premierships. In 2022, Cabel was responsible for producing the Scottsdale Football Club documentary series. Denham Hall has been a player for more than 25 years in under 18s, reserves and seniors, and has played 150 senior games. He has coached reserves for a number of years, surely the toughest job at the club. He has been an assistant coach for senior women for four years and a board member for two years and has always put his hand up for any volunteer roles. The presentations for the life members will be made at the club’s season launch in March 2024.
• David Mullins has taken over the reins of the Scottsdale Football Club.
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Ringarooma victorious in rain-shortened thriller IN AN exciting cricket match that was plagued by bad weather, Ringarooma Cricket Club came out on top against Scottsdale Cricket Club in a closely contested battle. The Ringarooma team batted first and got off to a great start, with opener Matthew Cresswell leading the charge. Cresswell showcased his skills and determination with a top score of 18 runs, forming a solid partnership with Dusty Rockliff, who contributed valuably with nine runs. However, Ringarooma's momentum was halted when a magnificent catch by first-time player Django Fish brought an end to Xander Barrett's innings, who fought hard for his six runs. As the innings progressed, Ringarooma reached a total of 64 runs for the loss of five wickets. The standout bowler for Scottsdale was Tommy Carins, who claimed two wickets in his two overs, including the prized scalp of Cresswell.
Archie Fish, Tanner Lette, and Cameron Dobson also chipped in with a wicket apiece. When it was Scottsdale's turn to bat, they made a sluggish start. To their dismay, Cresswell struck a wicket on the very first ball of their innings, setting the stage for a challenging battle. Despite the early setback, Cameron Dobson emerged as the top scorer for Scottsdale with a commendable 15 runs. However, after his dismissal, the Scottsdale batsmen struggled to accumulate runs, with Archie Fish being the next highest scorer. The game had to be called off prematurely due to the imminent threat of lightning. It was a tight contest with only three overs remaining, and Scottsdale had managed to reach a total of 49 runs for the loss of seven wickets. Ringarooma's bowlers played a crucial role in their team's victory, with Cresswell and Rockliff both claiming
two wickets each. Rockliff's bowling figures of 2-1 off two was particularly impressive, especially as it was his first ever game of cricket. In round one’s Bridport v Scottsdale encounter at Bridport, Scottsdale batted first and were all out for 47. Top scorers were Cameron Dobson with nine, Dougie Cairns with eight and Archie Fish with four. Bridport’s best bowlers were Harry Moore who took 2/0 off two overs, Mac Bingley was 1/1 off two overs and Harry Murphy was1/4 off his two overs. In reply, Bridport made the runs in 11 overs only losing one wicket. The best were Tom Moore who made 18, Beau Gerke with 10 and X Richardson with 8. Scottsdale’s best bowlers were Cameron Dobson with 1-1 off two. This week’s match sees Bridport travel to Ringarooma.
• Cameron Dobson bowling for Scottsdale to Hunter Barrett of Ringarooma with Lexie Viney up the non striker's end.
2023 North East Primary Swimming Carnival OVER 130 local primary school students demonstrated their swimming skills at Friday’s North East Primary Swimming Carnival. The carnival, held at the Scottsdale Aquatic centre, saw participating grade 3 to 6 students demonstrate their freestyle, breaststroke or backstroke skills over 25 or 50m. Students competed in heats with the fastest times of the day recognised as our champion swimmers across the different events and grade groups. The program finished with students participating in grade relays and cross grade relays, as spectators cheered on their respective schools. There were many fine displays of students trying their personal best, representing their schools proudly and celebrating their love of swimming. Carnival organisers would like to thank
• Bridport Boys Cross Grade Relay Team Zeke Richardson, Ollie Gerke, Harry Moore, Taj Gillespie.
the Scottsdale Swim Club for the use of their equipment and expertise and Jane and the Scottsdale Aquatic Centre for enabling us to use this fabulous facility. 2023 NEPSSA SWIM CARNIVAL FINAL RESULTS 50M FREESTYLE BOYS Grade 6 - Zeke R,Bridport Grade 5 - Taj G, Bridport Grade 4 - Harry M, Bridport Grade 3 - Ollie G, Bridport 50m FREESTYLE GIRLS Grade 6 - Mackenzie H, Scottsdale Grade 5 - Catherine C, Bridport Grade 4 - Amali T, Scottsdale Grade 3 - Millie J, Scottsdale 25m FREESTYLE BOYS Grade 6 - Dustin R, Ringarooma Grade 5 - Fletcher H, Bridport Grade 4 - Archie F, Scottsdale Grade 3 - Ash G, Bridport 25m FREESTYLE GIRLS
• Bridport Girls Cross Grade Relay Team Macey Lovegrove, Mabel Summers, Catherine Coxen, Tori Gillespie.
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Grade 6 - Ruby M, WDHS Grade 5 - Lilian O’T, Bridport Grade 4 - Mabel S, Bridport Grade 3 - Macey L, Bridport 50m BREASTSTROKE BOYS Grade 6 - Zeke R, Bridport Grade 5 - Taj G, Bridport Grade 4 - Oakley H, Scottsdale Grade 3 - Ollie G, Bridport 50m BREASTSTROKE GIRLS Grade 6 - Mackenzie H, Scottsdale Grade 5 - Mayah B, Ringarooma Grade 4 - Amali T, Scottsdale Grade 3 - Millie J, Scottsdale 25m BREASTSTROKE BOYS Grade 6 - James S, Bridport Grade 5 - Zac S, Bridport Grade 4 - Archie F, Scottsdale Grade 3 - Ash G, Bridport 25m BREASTSTROKE GIRLS Grade 6 - Jemma O, WDHS Grade 5 - Lillian O’T, Bridport
• Scottsdale Boys Cross Grade Team Lemeki Natoba, Oakley Hall, Ethan Morice, Cooper Hockley.
Grade 4 - Mabel, Bridport Grade 3 - Aubrey B, Ringarooma 50m BACKSTROKE BOYS Grade 6 - Zeke R, Bridport Grade 5 - Taj G, Bridport Grade 4 - Harry M, Bridport Grade 3 - Ollie G, Bridport 50m BACKSTROKE GIRLS Grade 6 - Mackenzie H, Scottsdale Grade 5 - Catherine C, Bridport Grade 4 - Amali T, Scottsdale Grade 3 - Millie J, Scottsdale 25m BACKSTROKE BOYS Grade 6 - Harry M, Bridport Grade 5 - Fletcher H, Bridport Grade 4 - Connor J, Scottsdale Grade 3 - Lemeki N, Scottsdale 25m BACKSTROKE GIRLS Grade 6 - Jemma O, WDHS Grade 5 - Charlotte S, Bridport Grade 4 - Mabel S, Bridport Grade 3 - Macey L, Bridport
• Winnaleah Girls Cross Grade Team Ruby Mountney, Jemma Osbourne, Lacey Singline and Maya Groves
•S cottsdale Girls Cross Grade Team Amarli Taylor, Mackenzie Heazlewood, Millie Jones, Dakoda Widdowson.
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• Some of the Bridport Nippers getting ready to compete at the first Statewide Junior Carnival of the 23/24 season which brought hundreds of people to the area for the weekend. T FULL STORY AND MORE PICS, PAGE 14.
Changing of the guard at Magpies BY PETER FISH AFTER NINE years at the helm, Cameron Moore has stepped down from the president’s role at the Scottsdale Football Club.
Moore has been replaced by David Mullins who was elected unopposed. In his closing address at the club’s annual meeting Moore conceded that 2023 had been a tough year for the club, notwithstanding the success of the Under
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