Edition 14, Wednesday 24 April, 2024

Damage was also caused to the Children’s Reserve play equipment.

Vandals strike Children’s Reserve, Cenotaph gardens

BY RACHEL WILLIAMS

POLICE HAVE been sent CCTV footage from Scottsdale’s Children’s Reserve and Anzac Park as they investigate a vandal attack that caused close to $20,000 in damage.

Just days before Anzac Day commemorations, Dorset Council staff were required to repair a damaged garden bed near the Cenotaph after bricks were smashed.

The biggest damage caused by vandals was to one of the region’s only infant play equipment pieces, with a plastic helicopter set alight.

Emergency services were called to the

scene about 1.20pm on Saturday, and the fire was contained but the equipment is not salvageable. A replacement will cost $18,000 + GST.

Council General Manager John Marik said staff were working closely with Tasmania Police to assist them in identifying the culprits, including giving access to CCTV footage.

Council started installing cameras five years ago due to repeated infrastructure vandalism and the growing cost of repair.

The success of the initiative has seen the number of cameras grow to 57 cameras in 17 sites, covering internal and external areas.

The use of CCTV in this instance is

timely, given Council on Monday approved a draft CCTV and Remote Camera Policy for community consultation, which outlines use of cameras across the region.

It is also working with the Local Government Association of Tasmania on a statewide system and potential new high priority community safety CCTV requirements.

Mr Marik said it was an extremely disappointing and very expensive act for the community to bear.

bracket, therefore this will be a big impact on the community,” he said.

“The recently advertised Playground Upgrade project at Anzac Park was scheduled for later this year following the upgrades to the Winnaleah Park and Branxholm Park playgrounds.

“Due to the incident this timeline is being assessed and the Anzac Park upgrade will likely need to be brought forward to replace the vandalised equipment.”

Anyone with information about Saturday’s vandalism should contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000.

“The Children’s’ Reserve playground is well utilised and the helicopter is one of the few pieces in playgrounds across Dorset that caters for the infant/toddler age T

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• New Scottsdale RSL Sub Branch President Jan Warner and Treasurer Kevin Keating inspect the damaged area near the Cenotaph where they are preparing for Dawn and 11am Anzac Day services.

10 Years Ago – April 16, 2014

New Zealand award winner.

Aquaduct New Zealand and entrepreneurial founder Gerard van den Bosch, formerly of Scottsdale, took out the highly-sought-after 2014 Irrigation NZ Innovation Award. Aquaduct’s entry (alongside associate company Bosch Irrigation Ltd) included its ground-breaking solution for the manufacture of irrigation pipe for Valetta Irrigation Scheme’s new 84km underground pipe network. A factory to produce pipe on-site was created in a paddock within the scheme’s boundaries, slashing welding requirements by 80 per cent and reducing installation time and costs. The company supplied over 80km of pipe in sizes from 1.6m diameter to 200mm - in lengths up to 250 metres. The factory is New Zealand’s largest capacity plant pumping out 5800 tonnes of pipe in 60 days.

20 Years Ago – April 21, 2004

Just short of being a champion. Josh Champion of Ringarooma travelled to Albury to compete in the Australian Log Forwarder championships and with only 12 months experience on a Log Forwarder ran a commendable second place. The national championships are held at Aus Timber, a large forestry expo every four years. There were eighteen competitors from all over Australia participating in the event. The winner received $4000 and an all-expenses paid trip to Sweden to compete in the world championships and for second place Josh received $2000. Josh was trained by employer Mechanised Logging Pty Ltd. The Managing Director of Mechanised Logging, Mr Anthony Brown said he was delighted with Josh’s performance.

30 Years Ago – April 28, 1994

Represented at National Yard Dog titles. Matthew Johnson at age 20 represented Tasmanian at the National Yard Dog Championships in Queensland. Matthew who was a jackaroo on Roger Bignall’s Waterhouse property at the time was the youngest person to have ever won both the novice and open Tasmanian titles. He competed in both sections at the National titles and competed against over 80 competitors in the open division. Matthew was accompanied to Queensland with his two kelpies, Scoriochie Kell and Elpin Vale. Kelpie Kell gained a perfect score at the Tasmanian state event and Matthew hoped that repetition of that performance would ensure both master and dog a good placing at the nationals.

One of a thousand war stories

HISTORY REMEMBERED

WAR IS defined as a violent conflict between states or nations. By this definition it is large, but inevitably it involves individuals who fight, and those who are left behind who also suffer.

Twenty million people died in the First World War, with another 21 million wounded. We do not count the pain and suffering of their parents, brothers and sisters, husbands, wives and children.

In the Dorset region almost 1,000 enlisted, mostly men, and just less than 200 did not return. Each man and woman has their story, and these stories should be treasured. War may not tell the whole story of a person’s life but often it will define it, not just for the soldier but for their loved ones and descendants too.

Arthur Montgomery, pictured, was born in Branxholm in 1895, the fifth in a family of six children. Their father, Robert, came from Northumberland in England, their mother from Ross in Tasmania. Robert had been a labourer, then a policeman in London before coming to Sydney in 1885 where he obtained work as a carpenter. With two children they came to Branxholm in 1891, where their next three children were born.

Four of their five sons enlisted in the First World War. Arthur was one of the first to enlist, in August 1914 when he was aged only 18. He was Commissioned as a Lieutenant serving with the 12th Battalion. He returned home in December 1918, having served, and survived, for over four years.

His brother Wallace died at Gallipoli in May 1915, aged 21. Another brother Alexander died in France in March 1917, aged 20. His third brother Walter returned home in 1919, having served for

almost three years.

Arthur Montgomery returned to Tasmania and later married. His father, Robert, died in 1923 at the age of 70. His mother, Mary, died in 1940. Both are buried in the Branxholm Cemetery. Arthur was killed in a motor vehicle accident at Smithton in 1928, he was aged only 32.

We know about the Montgomery family because their history has been shared. Descendants still live in the Dorset region today. Arthur’s story is one of a thousand. They should all be told.

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.

ANZAC DAY SERVICES

Bridport

Dawn Service - Bridport Cenotaph at 6:00am.

• Main Parade - CWA Hall Car Park at 10:45am.

• Main Service - Bridport Hall then Cenotaph at 11:00am.

Branxholm

• Dawn Service – Branxholm Hall at 6:00am.

George Town

• Dawn Service - Macquarie Street Cenotaph at 5:50am.

• Main Parade - Macquarie Street to Anzac Parade, Max Harris Memorial Reserve at 10:30am.

• Main Service - Max Harris Reserve, Anzac Parade, George Town at 10:45am.

Gladstone

• Dawn Service - Gladstone Hall 5:30am for 6:00am start. (Breakfast to follow, $5 donation.)

Dorset Christian Leader’s Network

BY PASTOR PETER LETHBRIDGE - Scottsdale Salvation Army Community Church

Sacrifice. It’s a word we will hear a lot on Anzac Day. It is also heard quite often in Christian churches –especially on Good Friday. Sacrifice – I wonder how you would describe this word to someone else or even to yourself. Is it all to do with death or can the word be used in other circumstances?

In the case of Anzac Day and other conflicts Australian men and women have been involved in over the years, the idea of sacrifice is death. We often refer to it as the supreme sacrifice. After all, being willing to die for a cause is certainly a supreme sacrifice. And then we pause to wonder why so many were prepared to die for a cause, and why others who survived war were also ready to give their all – even to the point of death.

And then I think of God sacrificing His one and only Son. Jesus died for our sins, rose victorious from the grave, ascended into heaven and has promised to come again. Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice. He gave His life for us - you, me, everyone. Why? So that anyone who trusts in Him can spend eternity with God. Jesus said, “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”

April

25, 2024

Lilydale

• Dawn Service - Lilydale Cenotaph at 5:50am.

• Main Service - Lilydale Cenotaph at 10:50am.

Ringarooma

• Main Parade - Old bank corner at 10.45am. (Meet at 10:30am)

• Main Service, Ringarooma Memorial Hall at 11:00am. (Lunch to follow, $10 per adult.)

All children are invited to participate in the march and the service. Everyone is invited to lay a wreath or flowers, please contact Donna (0499 990 677) or Linda (0481 995 113) if you intend to do so.

Scottsdale

• Dawn Service - Anzac Park Cenotaph at 05:45am.

• Main Service - Anzac Park Cenotaph at 11:00am.

Springfield

• Main Service – Cenotaph, Friends St. Pauls Springfield at 2:30pm Laying of wreaths invited and this year’s theme is significance of flowers in war.

St Helens

• Dawn Service - Form up at Hilly's Supermarket at 5:45am. March to St Helens Cenotaph at 5:50am. Memorial Park, service starts at 6:00am. (Breakfast at St Helens Ex Servicemen’s & Citizens Club, $5 donation.)

• Main Parade - Form up at Hilly's Supermarket at 10:45am and March to St Helens Cenotaph at 10:55am.

• Main Service - St Helens Memorial Park at 11:00am.

Weymouth

Main Service – Weymouth Community Hall at 10:45am.

Winnaleah

Dawn Service - Town Hall at 6:00am (Breakfast to follow at Winnaleah Hotel)

• Arthur Montgomery.

Kyla’s back on the bike

the endeavour she loves.

Just 18 months after the crash threatened her entire future, Kyla Harper-Jones has claimed her first State podium and has a US adventure firmly in her sights.

“It feels awesome to be back. I love it – it’s too much of a passion to let it go,” the 16-year-old former Scottsdale High School student said.

“Even when the accident happened I knew I was getting back on.”

She recalls the incident at the end of a training session at Santarena Park.

“I was tired and fatigued but said to myself ‘just one more lap, one more jump’ but I hit the finish line table-top and the bike flew out from under me,” she recalled.

“I remember I over jumped it heaps and I remember landing on the ground and feeling the shock go up my back and shatter my vertebrae and my tailbone.

“I could feel my toes tingling and I knew I couldn’t move. They loaded me into an ambulance and took me to the Recreation Ground in Scottsdale and from there they flew me to the Royal Hobart Hospital.

“The paramedics knew I had spinal cord damage but doctors weren’t sure until after the second surgery whether I was going to walk again.”

After being advised to stay off her bike for 12 months, Kyla said the temptation to return to training got the better of her after nine months.

Earlier this month she finished second in the Cambridge leg of the State round for women in the 125cc250cc class.

“It was my first ever podium in

a State round and so I am pretty stoked with that,” she said.

She will line up for the final race in the series at Goshen on May 18-19.

Kyla first started riding in 2021 after “getting obsessed” with the machines when her mother bought one – now she has big career goals.

“It sounds really big but I want to go pro and start racing on the mainland and move to America but I know there will be a lot of training involved,” she said.

“I will need to train very hard and work out and eat healthy and have a good mindset but at the moment I train a few times a week at a mate’s farm and get out and ride as much as I can around work as a first-year apprentice mechanic in Launceston.

“I just really would love to thank everyone for all the good wishes I have been sent during my recovery.”

Vandals strike Children’s Reserve, Cenotaph gardens

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Scottsdale RSL Sub Branch President

Jan Warner said it was very disappointing to see the garden bed affected before Anzac Day but thanked Council staff for a quick response to fix the damage within hours of it being noticed on Monday morning.

The bricks were re-laid ahead of Thursday’s Anzac Day commemorations at the Cenotaph.

A Dawn Service will be held at 6am

with the Military Museum to be open immediately following the service with a gold coin donation as entry.

The Main Service will begin at 11am. Veterans, community groups and individuals who would like to march in are asked to form up in Alfred St at 10.30am.

Anyone wishing to lay a wreath is asked to register via email at eddiefurnell@ ozemail.com.au or 0408 410 667.

Scottsdale High School’s Tara Lette will address both gatherings, speaking

about the 25-year anniversary of the Timor Peacekeeping Mission and the role Peacekeepers have played since 1947.

It will be Mrs Warner’s first service as President, having taken over the role recently following four years as a committee member.

Originally from Lithgow, NSW, she served in the Women’s Royal Australian Army Corps. Her husband, Trevor Warner, was an Army veteran who passed away in 2012.

She had two brothers who also served in war with the eldest being a Vietnam Veteran.

“Over the next 12 months I aim to reach out to more veterans so that we can get their support and knowledge and understand their needs so that we can do the best we can to support them,” she said.

“I would also like to coordinate more fundraising, community awareness and support our young military cadets.”

Sustainable Timber wins in High Court

ENVIRONMENTAL COMMUNITY

group Blue Derby Wild has lost its High Court bid against logging around Derby and has been ordered to pay costs for Sustainable Timber Tasmania’s legal fees.

After a long-running legal battle, STT General Manager Conservation and Land Management, Suzette Weeding, said the decision vindicated the Government Business Enterprise and the forest practices system.

“Sustainable Timber Tasmania recently welcomed a second successful outcome in the Supreme Court of Tasmania (and now)

Blue Derby Wild's special leave application to appeal the Supreme Court decision was dismissed by the High Court,” Ms Weeding said.

“Sustainable Timber Tasmania welcomes the court’s decision as further vindication of the Tasmanian Forest Practices System and confirms the legality of forest operations in Tasmania's public production forests.”

STT will now be able to begin forest harvesting and reforestation in the Permanent Timber Product Zone (coupes CC105A which neighbours the Krushka’s

trail and CC119A).

Blue Derby Wild had been arguing a case of unlawful logging due to apprehended bias.

Campaign Coordinator Louise Morris said the setback would not stop their “long and proud campaign to end native forest logging”.

“We are obviously saddened and very disappointed at the decision by the High Court not (to) allow us to proceed with our claims that Tasmania’s forests have been unlawfully logged for decades, due to bias resulting from Sustainable Timber staff being delegated the powers of the

independent regulators,” she said.

“The issue that arose from the Tasmanian Supreme Court’s decision handed down on April 12, is that community groups such as Blue Derby Wild, or even larger organisations, do not have the right or standing to defend our wild places. This decision was a significant pillar of what we were hoping the High Court to hear”.

Minister for Business, Industry and Resources Eric Abetz said the decision provides further confidence that Tasmania’s forest practices system was well-managed, robust, and best practice.

• Kyla Harper-Jones is back on the bike and claimed her first podium finish - a remarkable recovery from her 2022 accident that could have left her unable to walk again.

A YOUNG Scottsdale woman who broke her back in a motorbike accident in November 2022 is back on her bike and thriving in

NTDC membership confirmed

DORSET WILL remain a member of regional economic body Northern Tasmanian Development Corporation after an initial return to the group was deemed worthwhile.

The council had been the only northern municipality to withdraw from NTDC in 2015 but General Manager John Marik was last year successful in his bid to return to the fold.

In November Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw approved Mr Marik’s proposal to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with NTDC for Dorset to return on a trial basis.

At Monday’s council meeting, Mr Wardlaw agreed to Mr Marik’s suggestion to continue membership until June 30, 2026, which aligns with agreements all other northern council have with NTDC.

“There is a chance that without NTDC

membership, and support from the surrounding Northern Councils, Dorset Council may not achieve some of the strategic imperatives within Council’s 2023 – 2032 Strategic Plan,” Mr Marik said.

“An example of this can be seen in Council’s Priority Projects Plan which includes various unfunded projects. Without grant funding, or election promises, many of these projects will not go ahead unless either the Dorset rate base is increased, or Dorset service levels are decreased in other areas to fund these projects.

“The support and advocacy by the NTDC at Federal and State Government level should improve Council’s chances of grant funding and election promises due to much of this funding being contingent on regional support for a project.

“With a Federal election looming in

2025, or sooner, having the NTDC ’s support in relation to priority project advocacy for possible Federal election promises and grant funding would be beneficial to Council.”

NTDC is currently facilitating the council’s Sports Facility Study stakeholder interviews with a draft report due within days.

Mr Marik also highlighted the importance of being involved as a region in NTDC’s Regional Future Program, which will cover off land supply issues, infrastructure and workforce planning in light of large development proposals by Sun Cable at Bell Bay and the ACEN North-East Wind Farm.

Membership fees are calculated on population of Local Government Areas, with Dorset budgeting $30,990 for 2024/25.

Road re-sheet for Cape Portland Rd

A HIGH-USE rural road in extremely poor condition will receive an overhaul within weeks after a budget variation was approved by Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw.

Infrastructure Director Michael Buckley proposed the change which will see a reallocation of $139,000 of unallocated funds to re-sheeting works on Cape Portland Road, Little Musselroe Bay.

The extra money was available due to other re-sheeting works across the municipality being completed under budget.

Cape Portland Rd, north of Gladstone, provides access to Little Musselroe Bay, and Mr Buckley said it was one of the region’s busiest roads for agriculture, tourism and industry but was in one of the poorest conditions.

“Council Officers have received internal and external feedback regarding the poor condition of the road during wet and dry weather,” Mr Buckley said.

“A combination of visitors, local residents, community groups and a school bus operator have contacted council with

concerns about the condition of the road with issues within the first 5km section to Rushy Lagoon identified as the most concerning.

“This section has eleven school students using the local bus service daily and a larger volume of traffic travelling regularly from Rushy all year round.”

He said the most cost-effective solution was to re-sheet approximately 5.2km of the road with a gravel wear layer and continue to maintain the remaining 9.3km section and prioritise that for resheeting in future budgets.

Tree risk assessed for campers

BRIDPORT CARAVAN Park has had a complete audit of all 359 trees within the facility to determine risk levels to the public as well as infrastructure within the park.

There were 132 trees recommended for works to achieve a low-risk rating.

Work started before Easter to address 12 high priority works, which were deemed necessary to complete within a month.

Infrastructure Director Michael Buckley said another 36 were deemed to need medium priority works, to be completed within 12 months, while 84 require low priority work, to be completed within 24 months.

“The remaining 227 trees require no action within the recommended inspection timeframe of three years to maintain a low-risk rating,” Mr Buckley said.

“Some trees were fighting for their

existence with some damage being caused by human intervention by those wanting a better view,” he said.

A public education campaign would be developed to warn people about the need to do the right thing to protect flora and fauna in the park, he said.

Trees across the council’s other recreation spaces were also being investigated for any risks that need to be addressed.

Crown, Council consent for new blocks at Bridport

A 12-LOT subdivision at the top of Henry St in Bridport was approved at Monday night’s Dorset Council meeting with slight amendments to conditions imposed on the permit.

Three representations were made against Alan Barnett’s new residential project, which requires a small section of the Bridport Wildflower Reserve to be used for access and stormwater infrastructure.

Mr Barnett had received consent from Crown Land to utilise the existing fire trail road reserve, which previously accessed the old tip site, and a parcel of reserve land also owned by the Crown, before the application went to the council for approval.

The project will see the top section of Henry St that sweeps into Maxwell St sealed to adjoin to a new road that will be built to access the new subdivision.

Representors raised concerns that using the reserve for private development would set a precedent and “slowly erode the natural landscape” but Consultant Town Planner George Walker said the area in question was less than 0.04% of the reserve, contained very low value vegetation and a lot of weeds.

Conditions on the approval included a public drainage system to drain the road, footpath, nature strips within the road reserve and all land draining onto the road.

Before approving the project, Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw queried whether the bushfire hazard management plan satisfied requirements, which Mr Walker said it did.

Mr Wardlaw also added a new condition relating to a proposed footpath right of way included in the proposal between lots eight and nine. An easement was added over lot eight that would facilitate a walkway to any new adjacent subdivision when required in the future.

Building a bright future with Barry Jarvis scholarships

AN ARCHITECTURE student has received the prestigious Barry Jarvis University Scholarship in the latest round of the program named in honour of the late Mayor Barry Jarvis.

Halle Walters was named the recipient and will receive a total of $9000 - $3,000 per year for three years – to assist with her endeavours.

Miss Walters is undertaking a Bachelor of Architecture and Built Environments at the University of Tasmania in Launceston.

Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw said

that after she completes her initial three years, she is planning on completing her Masters, which involves an additional two years of study.

“Halle is a hardworking and determined young lady who has always strived to succeed with her study which has contributed to the amazing results she has obtained through her high school and college education,” Mr Wardlaw said.

“Halle is very involved in the Dorset community and demonstrates strong leadership qualities through her involvement with local sporting clubs. After graduating, Halle plans to continue living in Dorset and run her own business.”

One $1000 Barry Jarvis Apprenticeship/ Traineeship Scholarship was given to Isaac Watts, who completed year 10 at Scottsdale High School in 2023 whilst doing a schoolbased apprenticeship.

He is completing an apprenticeship in electro technology with Joe’s Electrical in Bridport.

“Isaac is very committed to his apprenticeship and makes the most of every opportunity that comes his way,” Commissioner Wardlaw said.

“To be able to achieve the great year 10 school results and awards that he got while working two days a week are testament to

his dedication.”

There were no applications for one $2500 Agribusiness Scholarship for a local student enrolled in the University of Tasmania’s Associate Degree in Agribusiness, so Mr Wardlaw gave out five $500 scholarships to high standard applicants from the apprentice/traineeship category.

They were awarded to Ben Creswell, Callum Lancaster, Warrick Hall, Rowan Johnson and Nicholas Cresswell.

Five students were awarded Barry Jarvis

Scottsdale High School Scholarships to assist local students continue their studies in Grade 11 or 12 at Scottsdale High School.

The $500 scholarships were presented to Rachael Watson, Abby Singline, A’Jana Smith, Jordan Harris and Adara Hall.

Cr Jarvis was first elected to Council in 2007, becoming Mayor in 2009 until his death in 2015. He was passionate about education and enjoyed seeing community members armed with opportunity and striving for success.

Former columnist celebrates her centenary

FIVE GENERATIONS of Elvie

Scott’s family helped celebrate her 100th birthday at Medea Park, St Helens on Saturday. Elvie (LeFevre nee Browning) was born on April 20, 1924 and grew up at National Park in Southern Tasmania and her first job was a cook at the National Park Hotel.

She married Henry (Ken) LeFevre at aged 18 and had four children - Stanley, Joy (Healey), Kathy (Rattray) and Ian.

They moved to the family farm at Pyengana when Elvie was 20 and Elvie would write for the North-Eastern Advertiser reporting on the births, deaths and marriages in the area,

plus the local sports carnivals, dances and gatherings.

Elvie was on many committees raising money for the Anglican church, the Recreation ground and hall and she enjoyed playing social tennis.

“She had many successes over the years at the Scottsdale Show with her cooking - her sponge cakes, lamingtons and cream puffs were among a few of the family favourites,” her granddaughter Sandra Chugg said.

Elvie has four children, 14 grand-children, 32 great-grand children and 10 great-greatgrand children, with another two on the way.

Bridport odour action

UPGRADES AND improvements at the Bridport Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) are addressing odour concerns, TasWater Head of Water and Environment Services Fran Smith said.

The work, which began in late 2023, had gone to plan and the upgrade to the site had been successful, she said.

“We took the time to identify issues through sampling, modelling and odour logging to ensure our work was targeted,” Fran said.

“We have installed and commissioned Aeris Aerdisk aerators, known for their effective oxygen transfer in lagoon system STPs and this has greatly improved operations in Bridport.

“This follows the addition of carbon filters to a number of sewage pump stations in 2022.

“At the end of summer, and after the spike in visitor numbers over Easter, oxygen levels in the lagoons and odour loggers have confirmed the improvements have been successful.”

Big projects pushed back

TWO MONTHS out from the end of the financial year, a number of activities in Dorset Council’s Annual Plan have been deferred until the next 12-month window.

General Manager John Marik said he was proud the council achieved 100 per cent compliance with the plan for the March quarter, on top of having to respond to the demands of the Board of Inquiry which is due to hand findings to the Minister for Local Government next week.

But, there were a number of big ticket items that would be better left to the 2024/25 year to give staff more time to complete the important works, many of which were strategically significant, he said.

Items to be deferred were the Austins Rd Residential Development, Scottsdale Light Industrial Zoning, Bridport Structure Plan, Derby Master Plan and a new annual site policy for the Bridport Seaside Caravan Park.

• Halle Walters receiving the Barry Jarvis Education Scholarship from Dorset Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw.

• A’Jana Smith, Jordan Harris, Adara Hall, Isaac Watts, Halle Walters, Abby Singline, Rachael Watson, Ben Creswell and Callum Lancaster with Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw.

• Cheryl Studley, Melanie Rattray, Lucas Laing, Caryn Kerrison, Simon Healey, Elvie Scott and Kathy Rattray reading letters from the King, Prime Minister and Governor General.

• Elvie Scott celebrating her 100th birthday with children Joy Healey, Ian LeFevre, Stan LeFevre and Kathy Rattray.

Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at 3pm, Sunday 5th May at the Stronach Room, Lords Hotel.

All members welcome. New committee members are required for our Club to run the 24/25 season. Contact Tess Moore 0409 912 706 with any questions.

New draft CCTV and Remote Camera Policy Submissions Invited

Council are inviting submissions from the community regarding the new draft CCTV and Remote Camera Policy.

Council endorsed the newly developed draft Policy at the 22 April Council Meeting and invite members of the public to make submissions on any aspect of the draft Policy. Submissions can be made via the following methods and must be received by close of business on Wednesday, 22 May

2024: Online: Complete our online feedback form on our website

Post: Send a written submission to: Draft Policy 62 Submission, Dorset Council, PO Box 21, SCOTTSDALE TAS 7260

Email: Email your submission to gm@dorset.tas.gov.au with 'Draft Policy 62 Submission' in the subject line

Verbal: If you need assistance to complete a submission or would like to discuss your ideas directly with an officer, please call us on 03 6352 6500

A copy of the draft Policy can be downloaded from www.dorset.tas.gov.au or by calling 03 6352 6500. JOHN

available for the right applicant.

Above award wages and hours negotiable.

Applicant must be honest, reliable, have good communication skills and work ethic.

Phone: Leigh 0408 538 969

dorset COUNCIL

Briefing of Decisions made at the Council Meeting held on 22 April at the Council Chambers

• Acting as a Planning Authority, approved a planning application for a 12 lot subdivision at 61 Henry Street, 31 Marilyn Drive and Wildflower Reserve, Bridport, subject to conditions.

• Agreed to continue membership with the Northern Tasmania Development Corporation to 30 June 2026, and conduct a review of this membership – no later than 31 March 2026 – with the other northern councils to determine membership value and possible continuation of membership post 30 June 2026.

• Received and noted the Bridport Seaside Caravan Park quarterly report for the period ended 31 March 2024.

• Approved a variation to the 2023/24 capital works road re-sheeting budget by reallocating $139,500 of unallocated funds to re-sheeting works on the unsealed section of Cape Portland Road from the end of seal through to Rushy.

• Endorsed the newly developed draft CCTV and Remote Camera Policy (No. 62) for a community consultation period of 28 days.

• Received and noted the 2023/24 Annual Plan March quarterly report and adopted a revised 2023/24 Annual Plan with a number of variations and deferrals.

• By absolute majority, granted rate remissions in accordance with Section 129 of the Local Government Act 1993, as presented, in the closed session portion of the meeting.

The recording of the Council Meeting can be downloaded from this link: https://bit.ly/3Qe2vhY

For further information on any of these items, please contact Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw (0408 766 019) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).

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NORTH EASTERN EVENTS CALENDAR 2024

May 10

• Dorset Garden Club Street Stall

King Street Scottsdale, from 9:00am

May 11

• Lebrina Pumpkin Challenge

Lebrina Memorial Hall, 2:00pm

• Bridport Village Market

Every Thursday

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

Every Saturday

• St Helens Market Portland Memorial Hall, 8:00am –12:00pm

First Friday Each Month

• Free Women's Legal Service

Dorset Community House

• Ladies of Dorset Coffee & Chat

Scottsdale Art Gallery Café

Second Monday Each Month (except June)

• Dorset Garden Club

Scottsdale Uniting Church Meeting Room 2:00pm

April 27

• Harvest Festival Friends of St Paul’s Springfield, 10:00am

• Branxholm Market

Branxholm Hall 10:00am – 2:00pm

May 5

• Singer Terry Simpson

Legerwood Hall, 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm

May 12

• Weldborough Markets

Weldborough Pub, 11:00am – 3:00pm

May 16

• Branxholm’s Biggest Morning Tea

Branxholm Hall, 10:00am – 1:00pm

May 19

• Scottsdale’s Biggest Morning Tea

Northbourne Community Centre, 11:00am

May 22

• National Simultaneous Storytime

Scottsdale Library, 12:00pm

May 25

• Bridport Bonfire & Cracker Night

Waterhouse Road, Bridport

• Branxholm Market

Branxholm Hall 10:00am – 2:00pm

June 1

Gladstone Hotel, Lets defeat Cancer Together over Coffee & Tea

Gladstone Hall, Gladstone

June 2

High Tea

Legerwood Hall, 11:00am

June 8

• Bridport Village Market

Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm

• Winter Solstice Lantern Walk

Weymouth, from 5:00pm

June 9

• Weldborough Market

Weldborough Pub, 11:00am – 3:00pm

June 22

• Branxholm Market

Branxholm Hall, 10:00am – 2:00pm

July 6

• Bridport Village Market

Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm

July 27

• Christmas in July

Branxholm Hall

August 3

• Bridport Village Market

Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm

September 7

• Bridport Village Market

Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm

REGIONAL ROUNDUP

Lilydale District Progress Association

BY PRESIDENT TONY NAAR

THIS THURSDAY in Lilydale, the ‘town of the painted poles’, the centre of the town will shift - for a few hours – to the black painted poles of the Anzac memorial.

As usual, the Lilydale RSL will conduct a dawn service followed by breakfast in the Lilydale Memorial Hall and then a second service at 11AM.

The memorial itself is a moving and poignant reminder of the cost of war in our community.

The services are a way of continuing to

Break O’Day

BY MAYOR MICK TUCKER

You may have seen the recent speed limit changes on the Tasman Highway between St Helens and Scamander. The community’s concerns about this stretch of road have been constant.

Safety on our roads is important and it is reassuring to know that community concerns have been taken seriously and addressed.

The existing 100km section between St Helens and Beaumaris will be reduced to 90km, the existing 80km/h section through Beaumaris will reduce to 70km and the existing 100km section between Beaumaris and Scamander will change to 80km.

Keep an eye out for the ‘new speed limit ahead’ signage in the new speed limit areas.

The Pyengana Heritage Match between the East Coast Swans and the Perth Magpies was a fantastic community event. It's always special when communities come together to celebrate their heritage and love for football. For this year, the

Flinders Island

BY MAYOR RACHEL SUMMERS

THE ISLANDER Way was a State Government funded project that council completed focusing on tourism through a regenerative lens.

It continues to make waves even after its conclusion.

Sammi Gowthorp, Council’s Community Services Co-ordinator, has been selected to present at the Local 2030 Islands Network's Communities of Practice Gathering in Honolulu, Hawaii.

honour those who pay the highest price in any war – the young people and their families in local communities.

As the drums of war start to beat again, it is worth attending one of the services and thinking about the impact wars have had on our community, especially those who serve.

On a lighter note, Lilydale’s events calendar continues to offer plenty for people of all ages.

Last Friday, the Lilydale Events Group conducted a face painting workshop. We are looking forward to seeing lots

traditional jumpers from Ringarooma were selected to be worn with pride by our senior players in a local tradition that added nostalgia to the occasion.

Despite not getting the desired result on the field, the turnout and atmosphere makes it clear that there were plenty of positives to take away from the day. A terrific turnout, lots of community participation, and a festive atmosphere with camping, spit roasts, and live music, a memorable experience for everyone involved.

The Volunteer Film Festival is another wonderful initiative, highlighting the importance of volunteering and its positive impact on communities. Volunteering is not just about giving back, it's also about connecting with others and building stronger communities. By highlighting the efforts of volunteers through short films, the festival celebrates their contributions and shows the opportunities available for those interested in volunteering.

The festival will be held on Tuesday, May 14 from 3.30-5.30pm at Easy Tiger Cinemas in St Helens. It is a free gala event with light refreshments included. RSVP by April 30 by calling Council on 6376 7900 or email admin@bodc.tas.gov.au.

It is such a great result for a community of our size to represent not just Flinders Island, but all of Tasmania on a global stage.

The Local2030 Islands Network is a pioneering, global initiative led by islands, aiming to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by fostering local solutions.

It acts as a platform for islands like Flinders Island to engage with each other, exchange ideas and experiences, and collaborate on effective strategies.

of beautifully painted faces at upcoming events such as the winter solstice Lantern Walk (21 June).

Also coming up is an afternoon of music and entertainment at the Lilydale Tavern on June 2 to support suicide and mental health awareness and raise funds for the Direct Debit Bandits Blackdog Ride.

Meanwhile, almost five months after the tape went up across the quagmire in the Lilydale Playground, there is still no sign of action from the City of Launceston on making the playground safe and usable for the community.

George Town

BY MAYOR GREG KEISER

George Town Council has launched the inaugural Kinimathatakinta/George Town Art Prize. More than just an exhibition, the Kinimathatakinta/George Town Art Prize is a platform for connection and dialogue, offering opportunities for artists and residents to come together and appreciate the creativity that thrives in our region.

We invite all artists from and working in the municipality to share their work in this exciting venture.

Two of the winning artworks will become a prized addition to the George Town Council Art Collection, enjoying prominent display across various council spaces.

Healthy George Town is excited to work with the Heart Foundation and the University of Canberra’s Health Research Institute (UC HRI) on an exciting project to support walkability and active living in our community.

The George Town municipality is one of three communities across Australia working on this project, which aims to

This network encourages islands worldwide to work together, sharing their unique insights and addressing common challenges.

Sammi will showcase the Islander Way as a compelling case study of regenerative tourism, where instead of focusing on how we can grow tourism, we ask instead, how can tourism contribute to our social, cultural and environmental wellbeing.

Her presentation will delve into its framing, the local setting, the vital political and community support, as well as the challenges faced, and valuable insights gained.

As we deal with the ongoing dry, Whitemark on Flinders Island will be placed on stage one water restrictions from Monday, April 29.

• The waterlogged playground area at Lilydale.

The Lilydale community waited decades for a playground. It is very frustrating that the playground that was finally delivered has been effectively unusable since last December.

develop evidence-based online resources as part of the Heart Foundation’s Healthy Active by Design toolkit.

We would like to hear from you about opportunities to make George Town more walkable.

The Community workshop will be held on Saturday May 4, from 9.30am – 12 noon at the Launchpad.

With health in mind, council also invites community members to view and comment on the content, purpose and direction of the draft Health and Wellbeing Strategy.

Submissions close at 5pm, Friday May 3.

And, do you know someone who gives their time to make our community a better place?

Perhaps they run the canteen or coach at your sports club, operate community transport, offer their skills to tutor others, care for the environment, assist with emergency services, or assist in the day-today operations of a charity or organisation: whether that’s tourism, heritage, and the arts; administration; maintenance; or community services.

Recognise these people by nominating them for the George Town Volunteer Recognition Awards.

Visit the council website for more details.

The restrictions require only small changes to how people use water, but even small changes could have a significant impact on the amount of water available in the system.

This year has seen the driest February and March on record for Whitemark, so implementing these restrictions will help TasWater ensure water is available when residents, businesses and visitors turn on their taps.

Stage 1 restrictions aim to reduce nonessential water use by 20 per cent by encouraging more conscious use of water at home and at work.

Lilydale bowls over State Div 6 final

LILYDALE IS celebrating State pennant success after securing victory in Division Six competition over the weekend.

The club played Howrah at North Launceston Bowls Club and after 21 ends

of bowls were lucky enough to finish winners by seven shots.

Lilydale had earlier won its division in the Bowls North Pennant season, finishing on top of the ladder to progress to the grand final of last week’s final series played over two days and involving the regional Bowls Tasmania winners.

“We all put in a sterling effort to come out winners of the state final in our division,” group spokesperson Kim Booth said.

The players were: Rink One - Peter Tuthill, Rebecca Masters, Jeanette Elmore and Graeme (Crowie) Crawford; Rink Two - Matt Palmer, Graeme Campbell, Sebastian Williams and Claire Griffiths and Rink ThreeGary Mitchell, Kim Booth, Jill Bird and Michael McMaster.

It was an extra special achievement for Sebastian Williams, who has only been playing this year, and was celebrating his 12th birthday on the day.

• Winners are grinners - Lilydale’s successful Division 6 Bowls team

North-East Eightball Report

BY DAVID MARSHALL

IN THE eightball this week we saw the Dogs at home to the Tigers.

The RSL team were out for redemption after last week and the shoe shuffler Williams danced round the table to defeat Rat Farrell.

Jarrod Farrell clipped Fogarty’s wings then Kerrison gave civil works Cain a tune up. The Bridport Bell isn’t handling the travelling and lowered his colours to Cliffy Millwood. Sammy T found some form against Champy Brown and then the fly in Brown made small change of Cash.

Three all and into the doubles, with Rat and Cliffy against Slim Forbes and Ned Kelly. The latter had been warming the pine and the liniment had worn off resulting in a loss, Kerrison and Bell were too good for the Farrell brothers and it was down to the wire.

In a tight last game Cain and fly in Brown secured the result, beating Williams and Sammy T. Dogs 5

defeated Tigers 4.

The Gladstone boys hit the road to play the Bulls with a few new inclusions to the line-up. Daffy took the first for the Bulls milking Dairy Hayward, then real estate Wiggins was shown the door by streak Rainbow. Sassy and Wiggins junior took the next two for the Bulls rolling McKeagan and Nolan, the Happy Rock boys looked to be in trouble.

Newcomers Hodgins-Dickenson and Kelly showed their worth with the cue defeating Parry and Raymert, and the game was in the balance.

Dagas and Wiggins senior teamed up and were too good for Rainbow and HD. Then Cowmare was relieved of babysitting duties and he joined Sassy to claim another for the Bulls and the gate had been shut.

McKeagan and Nolan refused to lie down taking the last against Wiggins Junior and Raymert, leaving the Gladstone boys wondering what might have been. Bulls 5 defeated Gladstone 4. The Killers made the pilgrimage to

Magpie territory accompanied by new mascot forwarder Phil.

The two Smiths Jarrod and Ryan kicked things off and in a tight affair Jarrod prevailed for the home side.

Marshall gave Blank the short back and sides before Boris Taylor trimmed Gordy’s beard. Randone ran the planer over joiner Bicanic and the Killers were in strife.

New boy Lilo claimed his first win over Boags Smith which left him grinning like a cheshire cat but then Wylie Smith showed his experience by downing the butcher DeJersey. The mascot called a Killers team meeting and the rev up seemed to work taking the first two doubles through the Bearded one and Marshall, followed by the butcher and his apprentice.

Down to the wire with Wagner and Smith against Lilo and Bicanic. In a close game the Killers had a sniff but fell at the final hurdle handing the win to the Pies. Magpies 5 defeated Killers 4.

NTFA suspends North and Launceston

A RECOMMENDATION by the NTFA board to suspend North Launceston and Launceston from the association has been unanimously supported by all member clubs including Scottsdale.

The two clubs who have both been critical of AFL Tasmania over its decision to cease the statewide competition in 2025, have also entertained the idea of playing in the north-west or southern leagues, but these options have been rejected by those administrations.

Neither club has been supportive of plans for a 2025 premier league in Northern Tasmania.

The suspension of the two clubs from the NTFA is for 60 days and will remain in place until both clubs agree to a set of guidelines determined by the NTFA.

NTFA president Damien Rhind stated that opinions voiced by North Launceston and Launceston in recent weeks were derogatory and had been disrespectful to the NTFA community.

Rhind and Darrin Geard from AFL Tas will meet with the Scottsdale board next month about the premier league.

Preparing for the cold with winter boating

BY PETER HOPKINS, MAST Recreational Boating & Safety General Manager

FOR MANY Tasmanians, the coming winter marks the end of the boating season. Yet, there are still ample opportunities to go boating for those undeterred by the cold, regardless of vessel type.

Winter boating offers distinct advantages. On days of settled weather, the absence of afternoon sea breezes extends the boating hours, promising more time on the water. Moreover, popular areas are often less crowded.

However, boating in winter demands additional precautions. Cooler air temperatures correlate with colder water temperatures, increasing the risk of cold-water immersion. It's crucial to

recognise that your body loses heat 25 times faster in water than in air. With Tasmanian water temperatures often dipping below 15 degrees and sometimes as low as 10 degrees, cold water immersion poses a significantthreat, accounting for over 60% of fatalities in Tasmania since 2001.

To mitigate risks, boaters must ensure their life jackets are properly serviced and safety equipment is readily accessible and well-maintained. Owners of older vessels dating from the 1970s to 2000 should particularly check buoyancy levels. Retrofitting buoyancy by filling voids and spaces with foam is a relatively simple yet effective solution.

In the unfortunate event of sinking, vessels fitted with buoyancy provide a crucial advantage, aiding in access to safety

gear and increasing visibility for rescuers.

Nonetheless, prevention remains paramount. Wearing a life jacket, and appropriate clothing and carrying essential safety equipment substantially enhance survival chances.

Whenever possible, boating with a companion is advisable. If you are boating alone, it is vital to wear a kill cord and always inform someone of your intended route and expected return.

When inspecting your safety equipment, it's crucial to thoroughly examine your Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB). These devices typically have a 10-year battery life, and you can easily verify the expiry date by locating the battery symbol on the main unit.

Prioritising preventive maintenance during winter ensures vessels are in optimal condition.

Regular structural inspections, professional engine servicing, and comprehensive checks of trailers and electronics are indispensable routines for boat owners.

If you have a fibreglass vessel, it is a good idea to tilt the motor up slightly and apply gentle upward pressure to the engine while inspecting the transom area where it attaches to the hull. If you detect any movement, it's crucial to seek professional advice promptly. For aluminium boats, it's important to inspect for cracked welds and signs of electrolysis.

Additionally, all EPIRBs should be registered with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) through the online portal.

• Lilydale’s Sebastian Williams celebrated his 12th birthday on the day.

Swans nemesisslay

all day.

BY NICK FYSH

THE EAST Coast Swans reversed a series of big losses to St Pat’s over recent seasons, with a comprehensive victory on Saturday.

Played on the neutral turf of the Perth oval, the Swans had too many winners all over the field and a defence which held firm for the whole match.

The Swans were able to gain the early ascendency with a long “bomb” from the impressive Tully Watts, followed quickly by a goal from Isaac Newitt who was having a significant impact on proceedings.

“Big” Byron Johnston had an intriguing battle all day with dangerous St Pat’s forward, Nathan Barry, who had early touches, but the Swans player probably took the chocolates. After the Saints were gifted their first goal through a 50-metre penalty, the Swans responded with two of their own through Lade and Redman.

The “Bay Boys” wrested control of the game in the second term, kicking another three majors and being well served by their mid-fielders, Goldfinch, Haley and Maddern.

St Pat’s only six pointer for the quarter came through robust forward, Langley, but winners were difficult to find for his team, who were continually thwarted in attack by young Swans such as Aaron Mason, Jayden Blunt and Angus Tate.

The Swans gained complete control in the third stanza, adding seven goals to the Saints’ solitary major.

Watts produced the goal of the day with an amazing running effort from the centre clearance, as he and his team-mates in the middle were given ample opportunities by ex-Saint, Jye Balym who rucked tirelessly

KIDS FOOTBALL CLINICS

GARY CRANE and Rod Green were teammates, rivals and great friends. Both were respected and revered players of their time as pivotal members of the George Town and Hillwood Football Clubs respectively.

Both clubs will join together this Saturday in their NTFA Premier Division clash at Blue Gum Park to honour these two greats

Newitt continued his classy work around the ground, while Michael Murfet showed better form in front of goals this week, booting his third for the day.

Callum Harrison was a clear winner for the St Pat’s team, with captain Jacob Perkins also providing plenty of aggression around the ground, but their team found avenues to goal difficult to find, relying on too few to carry the team.

The last quarter meandered to its inevitable conclusion, with the Swans once again outscoring their opponents, three goals to two.

After a stalemate for the first 10 minutes, Hamish Tate snapped truly, followed by a scrounging kick off the ground in the goal square by Murfet who took his tally to four for the day, to be the most effective forward on the ground.

Ethan Goldfinch, who had been a strong runner in the midfield for the Swans kicked the last major of the match, to stretch the final margin to 64 points, a victory which no doubt would have pleased coach Kodie Joseph.

The Swans will need to continue this form after the bye as they face the formidable road trip to Lilydale.

RESULTS

Seniors

Swans 16.12 (108) d St Pats 5.14 (44)

Goals: Murfet 4, Newitt 2, Watts 2, Redman 2, J.Mason 2, E.Goldfinch 2, Lade, H.Tate. Best: Johnston, A.Mason, Balym, Newitt, Maddern, Watts, E.Goldfinch, Haley, Murfet.

Reserves

St Pats 21.11 (137) d Swans 4.4 (28)

NTFA shield honour for iconic pair Bridport Football Club

in a memorial match, that will become an annual event alternating between the two clubs each year.

They will be playing for the Gary Crane & Rod Green Shield, which will be presented to the winning team, along with a commemorative medallion to the best player for each team, by family members.

Live scores for NE netball

THE 2024 North Eastern Netball Association season has commenced, with Bridport, Central Swifts, Derby, Ringarooma, Scottsdale and Winnaleah Clubs participating.

Divisions range from juniors to seniors, with games being played midweek at Scottsdale, and some on weekends. In 2024, NENA is utilising new lights at the Bridport netball courts to play some midweek games, with the first played earlier this week from 4.30.

In late 2023, NENA applied and was successful in obtaining a $1000 technology grant through Netball Tasmania to implement live scoring of our 2024 roster matches.

Three tablets and associated equipment were purchased and have

• Ebony Styles, Letecia Hodgetts and Hayley Heazlewood live scoring via the tablet at a recent game between Central Swifts and Scottsdale.

been successfully implemented in 2024, allowing spectators at the games and those unable to be present in person, the ability to follow the game – being scores and time - live via either PlayHQ or the newly released NetballHQ app.

Team Captains Adrian Fletcher & Simon Black

Women’s Gala Day attracts big crowd

BY PETER FISH

TWELVE TEAMS and a host of supporters ensured that Saturday ’s Gala Day for female footy teams from Northern Tasmania was a very successful occasion.

Almost $3000 was taken at the gate all of which will be donated to the Launceston Benevolent Society courtesy of the NTFA, together with many individual contributions. The organisation provides emergency support and assistance for people in need in the form of food vouchers, food hampers, clothing, budget and financial advice.

Both grounds at the Scottsdale Recreation reserve were used, and perfect weather gave players and supporters every opportunity to enjoy the day.

The Scottsdale girls played first on the main oval but were no match for last year ’s premiers Old Launcestonians.

The visitors dominated in the air thanks to their tall players who won the clearances and most of the marking duels. Scottsdale’s smaller players Hannah Viney, Alex Hall and D’Arne Mason found plenty of the ball but poor disposal going into attack gave the forwards little opportunity to score.

The Under 18s journeyed to the NTCA ground to play Old Scotch and in a fiery encounter they were beaten.

However, coach Danny Mather was very pleased with the way his team finished the game, booting two goals and winning the final quarter.

Zac Sheehan in the midfield was good all day as was the consistent Noah Auton. Onballers Alex Stein and Jesse Farrell more than held their own and Kayde McKillop played his best game of the season.

The Under 18s have a bye this week.

RESULTS

Old Launcestonians 10.6 (66) d Scottsdale 0.1 (1)

Best: H Viney, A Hall, D Mason, B Mather, B Doohan, K Davis. Under 18s Old Scotch 16.10 (106) d Scottsdale 2.3 (15)

Goals: C Lancaster, C Fulton

The seniors travel to Bracknell and will be boosted by the inclusion of Jesse Crichton, Joe Krushka and Grayson Lester. The women’s team is up against Bridgenorth at 6.30pm on Saturday at the Bridgenorth ground.

Rowing regatta success for Scottsdale trio

THREE NORTH-EAST rowers have returned after representing the State in the Tasmanian Pathways Regatta Team at Sydney International Rowing Course.

Eliza Auton, Archie Burke and Jamari Lockhart were selected for the Rowing Tasmania Pathways Program based on their school and club regatta results as well as ergo times.

After two days of competition in Penrith last weekend, Burke and Lockhart (cox) claimed bronze in the boy’s coxed quad behind two NSW teams, while Auton was in

NORTH-EASTERN LADIES DARTS

TUESDAY, APRIL 16

ASSOCIATION SINGLES CHAMPIONSHIP

Winner: L. Barrett. R/Up: B. Jones. MOORINA GOLF CLUB

2 PERSON AMBROSE

SUNDAY, APRIL 21

the girl’s eight crew which finished sixth in the final.

The program is a feeder training and competition platform for high performance rowers aged under 18 across Australia.

It was a great learning experience at national level for Auton, a Scotch Oakburn College student, and Grammar’s Burke and Lockhart.

• Eliza Auton, Archie Burke and Jamari Lockhart competed in Sydney representing Tasmania in rowing last week.

Winners: R Apted & F Wagner, 64; C Sculthorpe & L Mullins, 64.5; P Michael & J Balfe, 66.25; L Rattray & R Youd, 67. NTP 8/17: L Rattray & R Youd. Longest Putt 9/18: R Apted.

Best: Z Sheehan, N Auton, A Stein, J Farrell, K McKillop.

SPORTS RESULTS

TAM O’SHANTER GOLF CLUB

Winners: B Beck & C Rolland 44 c/b. R/Up: B

Triffitt & S Clayton 44. Others: G Mancey & K Bower 42; J Langdale & P Underlin 41; S Cossins & K Fox 41; M & E Collins 40; J Boatwright & R Chapman 39; R Dobbin & C Perkins 38. Longest Putt: D Shaw. NTP 2/11: T Sparkes. NTP 4/13: P Hollingsworth. NTP: 6/15 M Collin

SCOTTSDALE GOLF CLUB

SATURDAY, APRIL 20

4BBB STABLEFORD

Winners: Rob Kerrison & Greg Blackwell, 43 points. R/Up: Julie Collins & Cheryl Mackenzie,

42 points. Third: Kevin Smith & Cameron Dobson, 42 points. Single Stableford Winner: Tracey Taylor 35 c/b Heather Lack. NTP 1/10: Tim Fletcher. NTP 5/14: Jock Ferguson. Longest Putt: Christie Ferguson.

TUESDAY, APRIL 16

CAPTAIN’S TROPHY ROUND 1 - STABLEFORD

Women’s Winner: Lorissa Dobson, 36 points. R/Up: Heather Lack, 34 points. Longest Putt: Noelene Lette. Gobbler: Lorissa Dobson. Eagle: Lorissa Dobson. Men’s Winner: Jock Ferguson, 34 points. R/Up: Darrell Wells 33 c/b David Knight. Men’s Longest putt - Bill Fahey

Early start for junior Magpies

ALL SCOTTSDALE junior football teams play East Launceston at the NTCA ground in Launceston this Sunday but it's an early start and late finish.

The Under 12 boys will be kicking off the dew at 8.30am while the Under 16 boys don't start their match until 4.55pm.

The times are as follows: Under 9s 9:30am; Under 10s 10:35am; Under 11 girls 10:35am; Under 12s 8:30am; Under 14 girls 9:50am; Under 14s 12:30pm; Under 16s 4:55pm.

Players and parents are advised to check PlayHQ, Facebook or group chats for any changes.

BRIDPORT GOLF CLUB

SATURDAY, APRIL 20

Women’s Winner: June Atkinson 37. R/Up: Trish Nichol 33 c/b Helen Davies. NTP 1/10: June Atkinson. Men’s Stableford Winner: Gary Lockhart 39. R/Up: Scott Dixon 36, Jamie Carins 35. NTP 6/15: Darren Nichol. Men - Foursome

Championships: D/E Winners: Chris & Eddie Walker 71.5, Curt Nicholls & Glenn Baker 73.5. NTP 3/12: Keith Groves & Kevin Russell.

Longest Putt O/Fld 9/18: Linda Noonan. Friday

Flappers: Damien Hyland 18.

• Chloe Kelly clears the ball out of defence. • D’Arne Mason kicks watched by Kresta Davis. • Alex Hall bounds away for Scottsdale.

SPORT

Gala Day success State rowing reps

Seagulls fall to reigning premiers

BY JUAN SALTER

BRIDPORT TOOK on a huge challenge playing reigning premiers Old Scotch at the NTCA ground on Saturday and were outclassed from the start.

The Thistles jumped to a four-goal lead early, even though the Seagulls were tackling well and staying solid.

Liam Arnold and Cal Mulder were finding the ball for the Seagulls trying to get through a tight Scotch defence. The Seagulls added two late goals, one from Will McBride who also added a goal assist. At quarter time it was Old Scotch ahead six goals to two.

The second quarter is where Old Scotch flexed their skills and abilities with a system play on the ball, adding nine goals to the Seagulls two.

After the main break the undermanned Seagulls had some cracking contests and didn’t lose too much ground, managing to keep Scotch to three goals for the quarter.

Liam McKean was prominent and at three quarter time scores Old Scotch were 117-29.

The father-son combination of Jamieson and Josh Nunn was a pleasing aspect in this term, with the pair gathering many possessions.

The fourth quarter saw Old Scotch kick away with a 132 point victory.

Brad Etchell proved his worth all day with his hard running, Jack Lanham and Liam Arnold were hard fought contributors and the final Seagulls score

was not a true indication in the difference of the teams. However weight of numbers told out on the final score.

The Bridport Football Club will welcome back some key players next week against Evandale with the likes of Joey Robinson, Matt Taylor, Christian Barnes, Jonty Saville, Scott Fenton and maybe Jake Blackwell and Liam Farrell to pass fitness tests.

Also some great news for the club - Will Mcbride got through his first game after a pre-season injury and should only benefit from the run .

The big inclusion also will be Daniel Rich from the Brisbane Lions who will play for the Seagulls in the Bridport Football Club Annual AFL Day which will entertain a large crowd at the seaside oval.

RESULTS

Seniors

Old Scotch

24.17 (161) def Bridport

4.5 (29)

Goals: Will McBride 2,Brad Etchell 1, Cal Mulder 1.

Best: Bradley Etchell, Liam Arnold, Jack Lanham, Monita Makitae, Jamieson Nunn, Joshua Whelan, Brooklyn Fulton, Josh Nunn.

Old Scotch

Reserves

25.22 (172) def Bridport 0.0(0)

Best: Alex Coombe, Zayne Cornish, Caleb Overdijk, Hayden Booth, Nathan Williams, Darren Martello.

• Jack Lanham contests the footy against Old Scotch.