Edition 20, Wednesday 5 June, 2024

Gladstone on a high

• More than $10,000 was raised at Gladstone on the weekend for cancer services, thanks to the

T MORE PHOTOS AND STORY, PAGE 5.

Critical $20m Flinders Airport request

BY RACHEL WILLIAMS

FLINDERS ISLAND Council executives have flown to Canberra to highlight urgent upgrades required to keep the island’s antiquated airport facility operating safely.

Mayor Rachel Summers and General Manager Warren Groves said a replacement for the post-WWII infrastructure at the Whitemark Airport was “becoming critical”.

“We let the Federal ministers and shadow ministers know the difficulties and challenges we face and to tell them not to forget about us because we are taxpayers too,” Cr Summers said.

“We wanted to be forthright and upfront …the airport infrastructure is becoming critical,” Mr Groves said.

If a breakdown was to occur, flying at night would be stopped on safety grounds, with concerns being raised about access for the Royal Flying Doctor Service in emergencies.

“We are running at high risk,” Airport Operations Manager Richard Harley said.

“We needed it done yesterday.”

“If we were to lose the cabling on the runway lighting we have no spare parts because they’re not being made anymore. We would have no night-time operations, so no RFDS for emergencies and they would have to send a helicopter which has complications.

“If there is low visibility during the day we wouldn’t be able to safely allow aircraft to operate without lights.”

Flinders Council needs $3 million for a

full electrical upgrade to meet required standards, including a complete upgrade to all runway lighting.

Another $17 million is required for a full asphalt grooved overlay to reshape the main runway surface and realign the main apron and taxiway to meet the required standards, facilitating the introduction of larger aircraft to service the island.

Mr Harley said the Commonwealth ran the 1955-built airport until it transferred ownership to the State Government in 1991, with Council handed control in 1992.

It has operated with multiple longstanding exemptions because it falls short of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority standards. The timeframe for leniency is soon to expire but Council doesn’t have the

funds to complete the required works.

Currently aircraft under 10tonne are allowed to land, with some aircraft up to 20tonne given occasional approval. The proposed works would give maximum capacity of 45tonne, allowing for a 70-seat aircraft to service the island.

Cr Summers said Council had just discovered that an upcoming 100 per cent funded grant they planned to apply for was only available if the facility was owned and operated by the Aboriginal community.

It’s mounting a campaign for 100 per cent funding before the next Federal election, due by September next year.

Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King was contacted for comment.

generosity of attendees at the Gladstone Ride and a morning tea at the hall.

WE SERVE

10 Years Ago - June 4, 2014

Scottsdale High School wins the shields. The Scottsdale High School Debating team has had a stellar year, taking home two shields against some highly fancied northern schools. With 20 students involved, Scottsdale entered four teams in the Northern High Schools Debating Competition. There was one grade 10 team in the Junior A competition and three teams from grades 7, 8 and 9 in the Junior B section. Training was held every Wednesday afternoon with Mrs Williams, Mrs Kelly and Mrs Davenport. Competition debates were held of a Tuesday evening and there were seven competition debates; one was held at Scottsdale High School and the others were at Riverside High, Scotch Oakburn, Prospect High, Launceston Church Grammar School, St Pats and Kings Meadows High School.

20 Years Ago - June 9, 2004

Brilliant Bullman takes singles title. The singles eight ball championships took place in front of an enthusiastic crowd at Lords Hotel who gladly stuck it out until very late in the night. Reigning champion "Sure Shot" Marshall failed to survive the playoffs, whilst Tomboy Robertson found his casual attitude an obstacle to going further than the second round. The final came down to a bout between Scottsdale Hotel's Hayes and Steve Bullman from Dad's Army. Bullman was in superb touch and his performance was described by Gilbert Green as breathtaking. He was equally brilliant in the final taking it in three frames, to win the championship.

30 Years Ago - June 2, 1994

Pivot acquires Scottsdale fertiliser depot. The acquisition of the existing fertiliser depot at Scottsdale has been announced as part of a $10,000,000 investment by the Chief Executive of Pivot Fertilisers, Mr Bob Campbell. The Scottsdale depot, which handles 17,000 tonnes of fertiliser, will continue under the management of Peter Hall. Mr Hall’s fertiliser spreading business will be managed by Mr Donald Johnson. Soil and analysis and tissue testing services offered by Pivot on the mainland will also be available to local farmers. Pivot Fertilisers intend to dramatically expand the Scottsdale depot. A modern blending amenity and greatly enlarged storage facilities will be part of Pivot’s development plant.

BRIDPORT STORM WATER

I agree with the comments made by Jeff Jennings in the North-Eastern Advertiser (May 29 edition) about the storm water set up at Bridport. I intend to continue to push for an upgrade, the existing outlets are spoiling three of our beaches.

Peter Smythe, Jetsonville

SEAWEED APLENTY

After last Friday’s gales, Croquet Lawn Beach has plenty of seaweed on offer for avid gardeners to collect and use on their garden beds this winter.

Tim Joyce, Bridport

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POOL COST PONDERINGS

In response to Lawrence Archer’s Letter to the Editor in The NorthEastern Advertiser on May 22, 2024, I would like to say that some of my happiest childhood memories reside at the site of what is now the Scottsdale Aquatic Centre (known when I was a child simply as ‘The Pool’).

I do not have children, I do not have money; nor have I used this facility since I was a child - in fact the last time I attended was in the summer of 1994/95.

I cannot speak for others, but I will say that for myself $19.80 per annum is happily absorbed into the household budget in order that our children (and indeed their parents and other adults in the community) might have an outlet for their energy that is beneficial, healthful and productive.

We live on an island; the ability to

swim is tantamount to our survival. How wonderfully fortunate we are to reside in a municipality that acknowledges and fosters both this and other forms of leisure and sporting activity and recognises that these things are crucial to the physical and social development of our youth. To their overall development in fact.

It does not, to my mind, require much more than a modicum of generosity of spirit to comprehend the value to the Dorset Municipality of the provision of such an Aquatic Centre, nor does it require a great deal of creative power to imagine the social disengagement that might otherwise preside without it (and other such facilities).

I’d be more than happy for him to do a lap or two at my expense. I only hope it might cheer him up a little.

Alice Brown, Springfield.

Lions Club of Scottsdale 56th Changeover dinner

THE SCOTTSDALE Lions Club held its 56th annual changeover dinner on Saturday night at the RSL Community Club.

The dinner was well attended and the guest for the night included Tasmanian Lions cabinet Secretary Phil Robinson and Regional Chairman Darrell Atkinson.

Awards for exceptional service were presented to Peter Kuntinsch, Noelene Lette, Wayne Harper and Janice Chilcott.

Immediate Past President Mervyn Chilcot said it had been low-key but satisfying year of service with work at Northeast Park a highlight.

“Northeast Park continues to be our Lions Park as it was established by earlier members of the club in the 1970s,” Mr Chilcott said.

“The showers and donation stone in the caravan park have been a good source of revenue and it has allowed us to return this money back into the community for the benefit of many.

“We have had three new picnic tables

added to the park to replace old ones and we regularly clean out the drains and the pond in the park.

“We had one of the tables paid for by Carol Northeast who is the grand daughter of the family that the park was named in memory of.

“Signs on the walking track connecting the caravan park and the rail trail have been renewed and the track cleared of debris.”

Mr Chilcott said the Club had forwarded a submission to Dorset Council for its budget consideration as a possible blue print to refurbish Northeast Park in a bid to “bring it back to its pristine state that it was a number of years ago.”

Other achievements for the year included a donation to Tori Hall from Scottsdale High School to assist her with her trip to France for the Frank MacDonald Prize, a donation to Legacy when Wayne Harper carried the Legacy Torch, numerous fundraising barbecues across the community, the supply of a load of wood to a needy pensioner

Mr Chilcott has stepped down as President and the Board of Directors for 2024-25 will be President Anton Ebbelaar, Secretary Peter Kuntinsch, Treasurer Noelene Lette, 1st Vice President Wayne Harper, 2nd Vice President Melissa Krushka.

NORTH EASTERN EVENTS

CALENDAR

2024

June 21

June 5

• NETCC Workshop Scottsdale Library, 10:00am June 8

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

• Winter Solstice Lantern Walk Weymouth, from 5:30pm

• Bay of Fires Winter Arts Festival Panorama Hotel, St Helens

• St Joes Big Band Mechanics Hall Scottsdale, 2:00pm – 5:00pm

June 9

• Weldborough Market Weldborough Pub, 11:00am – 3:00pm

• Alpaca Fibre Field Day

Tin Dragon Cottages Branxholm, 10:00am – 4:00pm

June 19

• Bridport Seniors Group Anniversary Lunch

June 20

• The Dorset Men's Table Introduction Session Kendalls Hotel Scottsdale, 6:00pm

• Lilydale Lantern Walk Memorial Hall, from 5:00pm

• Solstice in the Square Regent Square George Town, 5:00pm

June 22

• Branxholm Market Branxholm Hall, 10:00am –2:00pm

June 28

• Scottsdale Senior Social Club Northbourne Hall, from 1:30pm

REGULAR EVENTS: Every Monday • PlayConnect+ (School Term), Jetsonville Hall, 10:00am – 11:30am • Ukulele Group, Community House, 2:00pm – 3:00pm • Purple Frog Art & Craft Group, Scottsdale Men’s Shed, 10:00am – 2.00pm Second Monday Each Month (except June) • Dorset Garden Club Scottsdale Uniting Church Meeting Room 2:00pm Every Tuesday • Scottsdale Choir, Scottsdale Uniting Church Meeting Room, 7:00pm – 9:00pm,

July 6

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

July 26

• Scottsdale Senior Social Club, Soup & Sandwich Northbourne Hall, for 12:00pm

July 27

• Christmas in July Branxholm Hall

August 3

• Tassie Scallop Fiesta Bridport

Old Pier Beach after the welcome rain in late Mayshould more be done to prevent sand erosion on the beaches at Bridport?

who had just lost her husband as well as a contribution to help establish the Red Dirt Café.

• At the Scottsdale Lions Club Changeover Dinner were Regional Chairman Darrell Atkinson with incoming president Anton Ebbelaar and Immediate Past President Mervyn Chilcott.

Solicitor-General advice sought

THE STATE Government has referred the Board of Inquiry Report into the Dorset Council to the Solicitor-General as the wait continues for suspended councillors at the centre of allegations.

A Government Spokesman said they were awaiting advice from the Solicitor-General

Fuel thieves target Bridport Golf Club

• A young thief captured on CCTV taking fuel from the Bridport Golf Club.

POLICE ARE continuing to investigate a recent burglary and stealing incident at Bridport Golf Club where around 1000 litres of fuel was stolen and some property damage occurred.

The golf club has been the target of vandals and thieves on multiple occasions in recent history and the latest theft has left members frustrated and angry.

A Police spokesperson said they were following a specific line of enquiry and have thanked the community for its support during the investigation to date.

Anyone with information can contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au

before the Local Government Minister determines “an appropriate course of action”.

“To ensure due process is upheld, the Council will have an opportunity to respond to the Board findings and recommendations before it is released to the public,” the spokesman said.

Local Government Minister Nic Street has returned to duties following a break last month to deal with mental health issues. Mr Street stood down the council last August and established the Board of Inquiry to investigate serious allegations of systematic and widespread statutory non-

compliance and failings of good governance at the council.

It followed a report by the Director of Local Government into a series of complaints about the actions, decisions and behaviours of the Council, councillors, and senior council employees.

North East Chamber in action

THE NORTH East Chamber of Commerce is on a mission to improve business outcomes across the region with the launch of a new website imminent.

The organisation held a Chamber on Tap session for members at Little Rivers Brewery in Scottsdale on Monday night, with attendees hearing a presentation from marketing expert Natasha Buttler focussing on tips to improve the presence of their businesses.

Ms Buttler is also presenting an indepth session for businesses to better market their people, products and services today, Wednesday June 5, in Scottsdale.

The chamber is also finalising its new website ready for an official launch and is encouraging more businesses across the area to sign up as a member.

“We will be stronger if we work together to boost prosperity and encourage the growth of more businesses in the region,” Ms Branch said.

“If we can encourage a greater membership of the chamber we will have greater capacity to work in the interests of everyone in the community.”

SERVICE AND INSTALLATION

• Chamber president Maria Branch with Treasurer Andrew Bennett and marketing consultant Natasha Buttler.

• Bass Labor MHA Janie Finlay, Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw, Tony Scott and Visit North Tas CEO Tracey Mallett.

• Scott Timmins with Angelina Hemphill and Jo McGrath.

• Gina Scott, Shirley Rootes Martin and Jill van den Bosch.

• Jess Carins with Bonnie Raggett and Cynthia Summers.

Down disappearance a homicide: coroner

FIFTY FOUR years after his disappearance, a Coroner has found that Bridport man Vincent Edward Down was likely killed by a man who’d had an affair with his wife.

An inquest was held in Scottsdale on February 2, 2024, and Coroner Simon Cooper last week released his findings into the 1969 disappearance of Mr Down.

The former Police sergeant was reported missing by his wife Doreen, on August 8, 1969, and there has been no trace of him since then.

“I am in no doubt that he is dead and I suspect very strongly that he was the victim of homicide,” Mr Cooper said.

“I am satisfied that the most likely explanation for his death is that he was shot by Alvin Charles Feuerhammer who then removed his body in his ute and disposed of it somewhere in the general vicinity of Bridport and/or Scottsdale,” Mr Cooper concluded.

At the time of his disappearance, Mr Down was a self- employed fisherman at Bridport.

Police investigations at the time uncovered the fact that Mrs Down was

having an affair with Mr Feuerhammer, a local panel beater who was 25, but that had ended shortly before her husband’s disappearance.

Police treated Mr Feuerhammer as the prime suspect, as he was the last person to see Mr Down alive.

At the time, Mr Feuerhammer told investigators he’d invited Mr Down to his home to repair a TV cabinet which had a bullet hole in it.

Mr Cooper said the investigation found Mr Feuerhammer had threatened to cause

Celebrating a Senior Social Group milestone

BRIDPORT SENIORS Social Group is celebrating its tenth anniversary and is throwing a party.

All past members, guest speakers and those who have been involved are invited to a celebration on Wednesday, June 19, at the Bridport Hall from 10am.

Organiser Robyn McKeen said there would be a cake cutting at 11 am with a display of photographic memories and sharing stories before a luncheon.

Ms McKeen said the group started in June, 2014, at the Bridport RSL, with a well-attended inaugural meeting convened by Tracy Ferguson from Community Based Services.

“The aim was to form a Seniors Social

Group, where friends and neighbours could gather, meet new faces and enjoy social activities,” she said.

“The Group still thrives a decade on but are now under the banner of University of the Third Age as the CBS ceased operation.

“Each week the group enjoys having a guest speaker who shares their passions from all different fields. There have been many bus outings across our amazing region, trivia, quizes and bingo, with each Wednesday proving a much looked forward to outing.”

For more details about the anniversary you can contact Robyn on 0417 041 632.

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Mrs Down ‘pain’ and had given differing accounts of his interactions with Mr Down on the night he disappeared.

“Mr Feuerhammer made statements which were, implicitly at least, admissions as to his involvement in Mr Down’s disappearance,” Mr Cooper said.

Mr Down’s disappearance was not reported to the Coroner until 2020. He would have been 97 if still alive today.

Mr Feuerhammer died by suicide in Bundaberg, Queensland, in 1994 after murdering his wife.

BRIDPORT BOWLS Club held its annual Cuppa For Cancer event at the Bunker Club last Thursday.

About 75 people attended and together raised $1,507.10.

Bowls Club President Maxine Monson said it was a wonderful day and paid tribute to Jean Targett for organising.

• Anne Lethborg, Dorrie Phillips and Jenny Bryan at the Bridport Bowls Club Cuppa for Cancer event at the Bunker Club last Thursday.

• Pat Child and Kath Lovegrove. • Marlene Wadley and Marie Chugg.

Tea and tour for cancer cause

OVER 300 riders from around the State descended on Gladstone over the weekend to participate in the annual Gladstone Ride.

This year the ride left from the Gladstone Hotel and made its way through to Branxholm Hotel where the riders had lunch before returning to Gladstone.

The annual event raises funds for a different cause each year, with the

Launceston Cancer Council and Holman Clinic this year’s beneficiaries.

Gladstone Hotel owner and organiser Cathy Willis said the event went perfectly.

“There were no hiccups, and I’m extremely grateful to Shaun Percey and his helpers for getting the track organised and everyone else who played their part in making the weekend such a success.”

Alongside the ride, the Gladstone Hotel

hosted a morning tea for the cancer cause.

“Cate and Reg Ilott went above and beyond in organising all the donations and support of the morning tea event,” she said.

Almost 100 people attended and were treated to an abundance of food, dancers, stalls and community spirit.

More than $10,000 was raised through both events, with planning underway already for next year’s events.

• Aaron Smith of Lilydale with Sheree and Jake Ward of Launceston.

• Brian and Andrea Richards of St Helens with Deb Groves of Gladstone.

• Debbie Jepson of Gladstone with her sister Margaret Lehmann of Launceston.

• Glenn Ihnen of St Helens, Jessie, Donna and Clint McIntosh all of St Helens with Josh Rice of St Marys and Hayden Ihnen of St Helens.

• Hamish Campbell of Devonport with Sean Charleston of Elizabeth Town.

• Jack Millwood of Springfield with Connor Wagner of Winnaleah and Darcy Smith of Springfield.

• Jill Flowers and Eileen Edwards both of Legerwood.

• Kirk Wagner of Winnaleah, Josh and Malakye Bayles of Legerwood and Jack Hall of Springfield.

• Ky-Lee and Jason Ivory of Devonport with Stacey and Brad Day of Penguin.

• Lyn and Alan Arnold of Bellingham with Karen Waldron of Scottsdale.

• Scott and Ruth Partridge of Westbury with Anne Wright and Colin Russell both of Branxholm.

Rain relief boosts confidence

LIVESTOCK REPORT

BY WARREN JOHNSTON

WINTER HAS arrived and thankfully it has brought some rain relief with it.

Although growth rates will be understandably slower for grass, cattle and sheep the welcome rain will help fill some very low water holes and storage points across the State, with some more showers forecast over the coming weeks in areas.

We all say it doesn’t rain grass, but it has

put some confidence back into the markets with a positive tilt on store cattle prices and more demand across both Tasmania and mainland states in recent weeks.

Breeding cows and heifers are in demand with all descriptions receiving enquiry. This demand on the back of the rain events and some more positive news from the processing sectors, with access being granted back into the China market for five meat processors, along with an increased demand from the US, can only help moving forward.

Scottsdale Show a go

PLANNING IS well underway for the 119th annual Scottsdale Show on November 15 and 16.

North Eastern Agricultural Pastoral Society President Alice Hall said an eager committee was dedicated to making the event a great success, on the back of news that Launceston’s annual show was not going ahead this year.

“Planning is still very much early stages, but we've got so many fun ideas lined up,” Ms Hall said.

“So far we have booked performers and craft activity providers Make Believe for the kids and we have also booked Whiskey For Her Men for our Friday night entertainment which will be fantastic.

“This year we are again doing the pie eating competition for our adult

crew to kick off the Friday night entertainment!

“Just as in previous years we will also have the Where's Wally competition running throughout the entire show and there will be the inaugural potato throwing competition!”

Ms Hall hinted at the return of some old favourites to the Saturday program.

“We are also looking forward to having our upgraded stable facilities fully accessible this year for our equine competitors. They were very nearly at completion for last years show and have now finished which has enhanced the safety and feel of the stables as well as the security for the owners of animals using them during the show.”

You’re invited

Bell Bay Wind Farm Community Information Session

Farm north-east of George Town, Tasmania The project may host up to 28 wind turbines with a generating capacity of up to 224 MW, creating up to 192 jobs and generating enough electricity each year to power up to 104,000 homes or support emerging Tasmanian green industries.

You are invited to our drop-in session to learn about our project and provide feedback. Drop in anytime to have a chat and enjoy a cuppa with some light refreshments or join us for a BBQ lunch on Saturday.

When: 3:00pm to 6:00pm, Friday 14th June 2024; and 10:00am to 3:00pm, Saturday 15th June 2024

Where: Beechford Hub. Procter Street Recreation Ground Procter St (corner of Esplanade St), Beechford, Tasmania 7252

If you can’t attend our session and want more information you can:

Visit www.equis.com.au

Email AUProjects@equis.com

Register https://equis.engagementhub.com.au/bell-bay-wind-farm

We look forward to seeing you

Sheep exports are at record levels and this doesn't show any signs of change in the near future.

In short, the cattle market (Prime Cattle) is increasing in value as the quality through winter decreases and supply and demand kicks in and helps prices rise.

Lambs are on a similar trend, with quality being hard to find and both domestic and export markets searching for quality to fill kills.

Mutton sheep have finally levelled out

to some degree and are now finding some consistency in price, without these huge fluctuations or lack of value at all.

Bull sales will come around quickly for those that are normally into purchasing during Spring.

There will be a great selection of Angus bulls from a wide variety of studs available and other breed bulls available by private treaty.

Only 85-90 sleeps until the end of winter. The shortest day of the year is in a few weeks then we are on the turn!

George Town wind farm proposal

A NEW 28 turbine wind farm is being proposed for land between George Town and Beechford with community consultation planned for late next week.

Equis is in the early stages of developing the 224MW Bell Bay Wind Farm, which would connect into the existing George Town Substation and generate enough power for up to 104,000 homes

Drop-in sessions for people to learn about the project and provide feedback will be held Friday, June 14, from 3pm to 6pm and from

10am-3pm on Saturday, June 15, at the Proctor St Recreation Ground in Beechford.

The development phase of the project will take three to four years with construction to take 18-24 months, with more than 180 jobs set to be created during construction and 12 during operation.

Equis’ website says it has developed over 220 renewable projects, totalling over 17GW, across the Asia Pacific since 2010 and has battery projects in Victoria, South Australia, NSW and Queensland.

Joss Houses in the North-East

HISTORY REMEMBERED

THE WORD Joss refers to a Chinese god worshipped in the form of an idol. The term Joss House is therefore used by Europeans to describe Chinese temples used for the placement and worship of these items.

With the arrival in Tasmania of Chinese miners in the late 1870s and 1880s Joss Houses were formed. They were never substantial buildings, just simple small wooden structures. It was never the building that was important, it was the contents of the House that mattered for the worship.

In the North-East of Tasmania, a Joss House was known at Lefroy in 1874, Weldborough by 1880, Garibaldi (creation date unknown), and Branxholm in 1906.

As tin-mining declined, and the industry came to rely more on large-scale capitalintensive operations, the Chinese population declined. The Lefroy Joss House was dismantled in 1904, Garibaldi in 1926 and Branxholm in 1929.

In the 1930s Hee Jarm, a resident of Weldborough and last custodian of the Joss House there, became concerned for its future. He arranged with a prominent Chinaman from Launceston for the contents of the Weldborough Joss House to be transferred to the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG).

In 1951, when QVMAG celebrated its diamond jubilee, it described the Weldborough Joss House as one of its most cherished possessions, suggesting “From the point of view of public interest, this has become to the Launceston museum what Phar Lap is to the Melbourne museum”. High praise indeed!

One of the members of the Dorset Tasmania History Society recently unearthed an eightpage QVMAG brochure describing the Joss

House. The brochure has the date 1945 in the inside cover, suggesting that was probably the original brochure for the exhibit, so it is historically important.

It tells us that the display at QVMAG has two joss altars, one from Garibaldi and one from Hee Jarm’s store at Weldborough. It records that Hee Jarm took over the Weldborough store in 1920 and it is his personal joss which stood on the counter to protect the store.

The Joss House at QVMAG is now called the Guan Di Temple. According to the Museum

“This temple holds the contents of a number of Chinese temples from north-eastern Tasmanian mining towns. As these temples gradually closed down, their contents were kept and eventually donated to the Museum. The Guan Di Temple is still a working temple and offers a unique window into Chinese religious practice in Tasmania during the 1880s.”

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.

• An example of a Joss House in the NorthEast from 1914.

We are proposing to develop the Bell Bay Wind

cleaning and lounges. Phone Felicity on 0428

MORNING Kindling, available at Scottsdale Men’s Shed. Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, 10.00am till 2.00pm. Now also available at Ag Warehouse, Scottsdale, proceeds to Hospital Auxiliary.

SALE - Scottsdale Art Gallery Cafe closes on Sunday 23rd June, selected artworks on sale. Garage Sale of homewares and personal items continues with new stock added weekly. Open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am. Phone 6352 4388.

GRANNY FLAT or similar accommodation in Scottsdale or surrounds, MUST BE QUIET, non-smoking and non-drinking. Contact 0458 336 558.

CMTP ONSITE POST SALE

7th June 2024, 8.30am to 12.30pm

34848 Tasman Highway, Scottsdale Free Sausage sizzle

Treated Pine Post Aged Excess Stock

65-95 x 1.8 / 2.1 130-150 x 1.8 / 2.4 150-200 x 1.8 / 2.4 (large) / 3.0

Treated Pine Palings Aged Stock (limited stock/full packs only) 150 x 12 x 1500/1800/2100/2400 Palings IBC’s $80 post sale special. All enquiries to Craig Barrett 0427 524 321 Crosby Leedham 0419 141 958

BRIDPORT VILLAGE MARKET

“Where the Community comes together” June Long Weekend Market Car Boot Sale

Saturday 8th June 2024

9.30am - 1.00pm

$300 Lottery winners last week Adam & Hollie Viney, Dale & Katrina Lester.

Office closed King's Birthday Public Holiday

Our office will be closed Monday, June 10 re-opening 9.00am Tuesday, June 11.

Over 40 stalls offering quality handmade, baked and grown goods, alpaca woollens, handmade jewellery, clothing, plants, bric a brac and much more. Live music and sausage sizzle. Bridport Community Hall, Main Street Bridport and on the Village Green

Bus Driver, Scottsdale School bus run.

Appropriate licenses required. Training available. Contact: 0409 561 495.

Adult Literacy Support Officer

Scottsdale & George Town

Libraries Tasmania is looking for two Adult Literacy Support Officers to coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Libraries Tasmania Adult Literacy Service, based at George Town and Scottsdale, for Libraries Tasmania adult literacy learners. The Libraries Tasmania Adult Literacy Service is part of the 26Ten strategy to improve adult literacy and numeracy in Tasmania, by offering free one-toone tutoring and small group learning. To apply visit jobs.tas.gov.au and search for Adult Literacy Support Officer. Further details about the role and how to apply can be found on this page. Applicants needing more information are encouraged to contact Adult Literacy Services Coordinator, Sophie Flanagan. Phone: 0436 915 150

Email Sophie.flanagan@libraries.tas.gov.au

Applications close – Sunday June 9, 2024

Proudly supported by the CWA Bridport Branch.

Fog thwarts Partridge’s milestone match

LUCY PARTRIDGE will take to the court Wednesday June 5, to continue her 250th game of senior netball after thick fog caused last week’s action to be postponed mid-match.

Partridge started her milestone match for the central Swifts last week but the North Eastern Netball Association had to abandon the 8pm games due to safety concerns.

Club spokesperson Sarah Forsyth said it was an interesting turn of events to commemorate Partridge’s special achievement.

“She’s the girl that does everything.

Lucy is our current President, NENA Board member, chief trainer, umpire, scorer, coach, sounding board, the

list goes on and on,’ she said.

“We are so proud that she is part of our club and can’t wait to see her play 250 more!”

The 25-year-old goal attack turned defender has hinted that’s a possibility.

“Oh goodness, this is something I haven't really thought about but would definitely like to at least double my 250,” Partridge said.

“I was around netball from when I was born and I was counting down the years until I was eligible to play.

“I have always played with Central Swifts. I love my Swifts family very much. I am also super competitive, so I love that aspect as well.”

Partridge said she had lots of amazing memories from her netball journey.

“My favourite premierships would probably have to be Div 2 in 2016 and A Grade in 2021.

“Playing alongside my best mates with my parents as the coaches, and the celebrations of course.

“I feel super grateful to be able to play netball and for the lifelong friendships and memories I have made along the way.”

• Lucy Partridge celebrating her 250th netball game, which will continue this Wednesday after fog put an end to play during the game last week.

Devils, Frogs record big wins

HOCKEY REPORT

BY LAURA HILL

ROUND TWO began with Devils and Pythons taking the field in what was to be a high energy, high pressure game.

Both teams came out strong contending for the ball, placing pressure on the defenders.

Narelle Genge placed herself well up the side of the field to try move the ball into Pythons’ attack but her attempt was thwarted.

Ten minutes into the game Devils’ Kayden Carins got the opportunity to score, starting what was to be a goal scoring streak for his team.

Half time saw Devils well ahead 6-0.

Not to be deterred Pythons kept the pressure going, allowing Ben Williams to get into the circle and score for his team.

A change in layout for the Pythons slowed down the Devils’ goal run.

Devils kept a consistent pressure on Pythons’ defence with Deagen Young and David Galloway working together to try and score but Devils held their considerable lead 6-1 at the end of the match.

The second game had Frogs taking on Sloths. Play started heavily through the centre of the field as the ball went from one end to the other being defended each time with the midfield working

hard to try and slow the ball down.

Frogs’ Andrew Hill got the ball and moved it down the side line, navigating Sloths’ defence to score.

Half time had Frogs ahead 5-0.

Sloths’ Damien Wilson had some big runs up the field and he was successful in getting the ball to teammate Zane Smith who worked hard and placed it into goals.

Using the sides of the field, Frogs worked with some big runs to move the ball up the field to score with Nick Hill working to match his uncle’s goals. Frogs ended the game 12-2 to secure their second win for the season.

No games for the upcoming long weekend.

RESULTS

Devils 6 d Pythons 1

Best – Devils: Deagen Young, Tiah Simmons, Adam Fisher; Pythons: Alan Davenport, Laura Hill, Emily Hall.

Goals - Devils: Caleb Beane 3, David Galloway 2, Kayden Carins 1; Pythons: Ben Williams 1.

Frogs 12 Def Sloths 2

Best - Frogs: Andrew Hill, Nick Hill, Byran Atkins; Sloths: Damien Wilson, Lily Wilson, Claire Wright.

Goals - Frogs: Andrew Hill 5, Nick Hill 5, Byran Atkins 2; Sloths: Zane Smith 2.

Killers inflict Magpies’ first defeat

NE EIGHTBALL REPORT

BY DAVID MARSHALL

THE KILLERS were on home turf taking on the Magpies hoping to knock them off their perch for the first time this season.

Bugey Hodgetts took the first for the Killers clipping Boris Taylor’s wings before the tall one Smith gave Lilo an eight ball lesson. Marshall and Boags Smith locked horns in an ugly game with Marshall stealing the win.

The Pies flocked together and claimed the next three frames with wins to Blank, Lethal Shaw and Randone over apprentice, joiner and butcher to leave them in a commanding position once again.

The Killers were forced to rejig their teams for the doubles and something clicked into place. Hodgetts and Smith put on a show downing the father son combination of Smiths with DeJersey and Marshall following suit over Taylor and Shaw.

All eyes were on the last frame with Bicanic and Lilo taking on Blank and Wagner.

Both teams had their chances, but Lilo had the final say to secure a Killers victory.

Killers 5 – Pies 4.

The Dogs went for a short walk up the road to take on the Tigers with both sides hungry for a win.

Millwood scuffed up the shoe shuffler Williams in the first with Mountney doing likewise over Kelly after getting his bearings back. Roughead Kerrison lowered his colours going down to Rat Farrell and the Dogs had a sniff of blood.

They continued to hunt in a pack taking the next three wins to

Jarrod, fly in Brown and Champy Brown, over Forbes, Sammy T and Cash.

The Tigers were desperate for a win and it was the Bridport Bell teaming with money bags Cash getting them on the scoreboard, downing nomad Mountney and Champy Brown.

Williams and Forbes couldn’t repeat the dose however and lost the plot to Jarrod Farrell and newcomer Kent Brown. The garden gnome Fogarty along with Ned Kelly pinched the last frame off the Farrells for the Tigers but it was all to no avail.

Dogs 7 – Tigers 2.

The Bulls were on the road to Gladstone and after last week’s pumping any score would be a bonus. Spud Parry was bumped up the order and knocked off Captain McKeegan to get the Bulls under way and Cowmare Lethborg left Singline with a nasty mess on his Ugg boots.

Sassy had Taylor ’s measure to make it three from three before Nolan and Haywood steadied the dredge for the Happy Rock side defeating Wiggins junior and Daffy. Raymert left Groves by the supper plates in the last singles and the Bulls needed one more win to seal the deal.

They took no prisoners in the doubles hoping for a percentage booster and that proved to be the case.

Parry and Lethborg towelled up Nolan and Groves as did Wiggins and Sassy over Singa and Taylor, Daffy and Raymert refused to ease up giving Haywood and Smiley Alcorso a tune up, leaving the Bulls comfortable winners.

Bulls 7 – Gladstone 2.

• Frogs Andrew Hill moves the ball, backed up by teammate Preston Fursey as Sloths’ Brock Knight goes in to tackle.

Youngsters impress in Swans victory

BY NICK FYSH

IN AN even performance, the East Coast Swans cruised to a 96-point win over Evandale on Saturday.

The game was played in front of an excellent crowd with many old faces returning to the “Bay” for reunions.

Ned Hyland got the ball rolling early for the home team with a strong mark and goal, but in general play Evandale thwarted the Swans forward entries by throwing extra players into defence.

After a long goal by centre half forward, Jarrod Mason, the Swans were only able to scramble to an eight-point lead at the first break as the Eagles proved to be more than competitive.

The Swans were able to find more cohesion in the second term as young player, Tully Watts caught the eye with some fantastic run through the middle, while Angus Tate, who improves with each game, proved to be a winner at the centre clearances.

Tyler Brown in the ruck for Evandale was consistent as always and Luke Pirlot was also an excellent contributor.

After the Swans had booted five goals to two for the term, it seemed that Evandale’s competitiveness may have been dwindling. The second half proved to be one sided, as Evandale struggled to combat the Swans winners such as Ethan Goldfinch, Evans

and Murfet.

The Swans backline, meanwhile, led by Jayden Blunt proved to be impenetrable, not allowing the Eagles to register a score for the entire second half.

The last quarter was “party time” for the Swans as players lined up to get on the score sheet. Youngster Gus Redman took his goal tally to three, as did Jarrod Mason and “Murf” ran into an open goal, promptly booting the ball to Gladstone.

The Swans had 10 individual goalkickers on the day but it was fitting that Swans stalwart, Sam Child kicked

the last goal of the match to celebrate his 250th game in style.

The Swans will resume their rivalry with old foe Bridport after the bye.

RESULTS

Seniors

Swans 17.14 (116)d Evandale 3.2 (20)

Swans Goals: Murfett 3, Redman 3, J.Mason 3, S.Child 2, A.Tate, Page, E.Goldfinch, Hyland, Evans, Newett. Swans Best: A.Tate, Newett, J.Mason, Balym, Evans, S.Child, Watts, E.Goldfinch.

Reserves Evandale 9.4 (58) d Swans 3.8 (26)

Magpies blow early opportunities

BY PETER FISH

SCOTTSDALE DOMINATED the first 20 minutes of their match at Bridgenorth but still trailed by 16 points at quarter time.

Like last week against Rocherlea, the Magpies failed to take their chances. Experienced players missed easy shots at goal and allowed the home team to score with ease, while the Magpies missed easy set shots, Bridgenorth kept kicking goals.

It was frustrating to watch and coach Joel Hayes was equally exasperated.

The next two quarters were a procession as Bridgenorth with some very able former statewide recruits, booted 11 goals.

Prior to the game debutante Zac Sheehan was presented with his jumper as selectors continue their policy of giving young players their chance to play at the top level.

Sheehan is the seventh player under the age of 18 to have been selected this year. This bodes well for the future but explains why it's been so hard for the team to post a competitive score.

At half time the bench moved the magnets around, and regular defenders Julian Rattray and Bradley Whish-Wilson booted goals illustrating the problems the team has up forward.

But once again the team rallied late although the contrast between the

two teams was plain to see. While Bridgenorth shared the ball around with accurate kicking, the Magpies kicked long and hoped. And that was a plan that rarely bore fruit.

There is no NTFA football this week, and selectors may be able to add Joe Krushka and Warrick Hall to the lineup in a fortnight. Both have been on the injured list but may be ready to go against Hillwood at home.

The reserves had no answer to a quicker and fitter opposition. Veterans Corey Binns and Denham Hall turned the clock back to be proactive throughout but it was a struggle against a very good reserves team.

With 16 players unavailable because of injury and work commitments, the club had no option but to forfeit the

no

on Saturday because of the representative game on Sunday.

RESULTS

Seniors

Bridgenorth 20.11 (131) d Scottsdale 4.11 (35)

Goals: J Crichton, K Lanham, J Rattray, B Whish-Wilson.

Best: B Tuffin, G Lester, E Tyson, B Whish-Wilson.

Reserves Bridgenorth 24.10 (154) d Scottsdale 1.2 (8)

Goals: C Binns.

Best: C Binns, D Hall, J Brown, K Wilson, J Farrell. Under 18s

Bridgenorth d Scottsdale on forfeit.

Celebration for Tommy and team

THE EAST Coast Swans celebrated in style on Saturday night with a reunion for the 1984 Fingal Association premiership team as well as the unveiling of an 80s Team of the Decade and the announcement of two new members of the club’s Hall of Fame.

David “Tommy” Riley was inducted into the Hall of Fame along with John Thurley.

Tommy won five best and fairest with the Swans, represented the Fingal Association on nine occasions and he was best afield in an exhibition match against Bridport at York Park in the early 70s.

He was named in the centre in the Swans team of the decade for the 1970s and he went on to coach the Swans reserves to a premiership in 1978.

John Thurley coached the Swans to three premierships in four years having previously played with Hobart, North Hobart and Tasmania. He was coach of the Fingal Association on a number of occasions, won the club’s best and fairest and also the Association Best and fairest. He was named as coach of the Swans team of the 80's.

The St Helens 80s Team of the Decade: Robbie Richards (Captain), Rod McPherson, Nick Fysh, Rodney Eastburn, Anthony Green, Bruce Franks, Mark Richards, Tommy Freeman, Michael Mountney, Billy Griffiths, John Thurley (Coach), Jody Beven, Dean Jackson, Stephen Richards (Vice Captain), Pete McMaster, Chris Stoltenburg, Marjk Green, Robert Grainger, Nigel Vincent, Garry Pannan, Peter Garrett, Eric Davidson and Stephen Walley.

• David “Tommy” Riley was inducted into the Swans Hall of Fame on the weekend.

Under 18s match. There were

women's matches

• Zac Sheehan and skipper Elliot Tyson before the game.

• Sam Child carried off by team mates following his 250th game for the Swans on the weekend.

• Ruckman Brad Tuffin looks to handball.

Scottsdale junior boys record first wins

BY PETER FISH

IT WAS a day of celebration for Scottsdale’s Under 12 and Under 14 boys teams who both won their first games of the season. Any doubts about the boys not knowing the club song were soon erased after the matches.

The Under 12 boys have been steadily improving throughout the season and it all came together against Prospect on Sunday when they won by 35 points.

Tommy Carins with an amazing six goals out of eight was best afield but he had good support from Archie Fish, Ollie Gerke, Ethan Morice, Connor Jones and Thomas Carter.

The Under 14 boys were also deserving winners and could have won by more than 55 points had they kicked more accurately.

Zeke Richardson with four goals was their best player alongside the consistent James

Coxen, Thomas Smith, Chase McMahon, Tyler Hay and Noah Hay.

The Under 14 girls fell down in attack against Prospect and lost by 25 points.

Ruby Mountney was excellent again as were state representative Amelia Carter, Matilda Cassidy and Caitlyn Davis.

The Under 16 boys also met their match against Launceston but were certainly not disgraced against the strong city club.

Andy Heazlewood, Eli Jones and Will Probert were the team's best players in their 29-point defeat.

There are no junior games over the long weekend.

RESULTS

Under 12s

Scottsdale 8.6 (54) d Prospect 3.1 (19)

Goals: Thomas Carins 6, Connor Jones 2.

Best: Thomas Carins, Archie Fish, Ollie Gerke, Ethan Morice, Connor Jones, Thomas Carter.

Under 14 girls

Prospect 3.8 (26) d Scottsdale 0.1 (1)

Best: Ruby Mountney, Amelia Carter, Matilda Cassidy, Caitlyn Davis, Sakye Cassidy, Lacey Reynolds. Under 14 boys

Scottsdale 9.13 (67) d East Launceston 2.0 (12)

Goals: Zeke Richardson 4, Dustin Rockliff, James Coxen, Flynn Hayes, Lincoln Gerke, Fergus Burns.

Best: Zeke Richardson, James Coxen, Thomas Smith, Chase McMahon, Tyler Hay, Noah Hay.

Under 16s (Div 1)

Launceston 7.10 (52) d Scottsdale 3.5 (23)

Goals: Andy Heazlewood, Deagen Young, Maverick Wood.

Best: Andy Heazlewood, Eli Jones, Will Probert, Deagen Young, Lochlan Bowerman, Jamieson Nunn.

Footy funding for better facilities

GEORGE TOWN’S Blue Gum Park is being used as an example of what can be achieved for community clubs as AFL Tasmania launches a $1.5 million Tasmanian Community Football Facilities Fund (TCFFF).

Blue Gum Park won the 2023 Ken Gannon Award for its $500,000 redevelopment in 2023, which saw a new drainage system installed, the ground re-levelled and the installation of new goal posts, behind-goal netting, and perimeter fencing.

The award recognised best practice in

INDOOR BOWLS

Legerwood 56 def Scottsdale 29. B. Jacobs 19 def K. Ginn 18, M Styles 37 def M. Chilcott 11. Bridport 45 def Ringarooma 38. D. Glover 14 def by L. Singline 23, J. Binns 31 def J. Dennis 15.

NORTH EASTERN LADIES DARTS

Doubles championship 28/5/24 Winners: Tracey Webb and Felicity Hayes. R/Up: Barbara Jones and Cheryl Smith.

community football facility development.

Blue Gum Park was long susceptible to severe weather events, with the ground’s poor drainage leaving the venue vulnerable to closures and associated fixturing challenges.

This project has resulted in Blue Gum Park becoming a more reliable facility for the club, the NTFA competition and the broader football community.

Now other facilities have a new opportunity to vie for upgrades, with the AFL National Facilities Panel allocating an initial $1.5 million across three years for the TCFFF.

The program will see $500,000 made available each year to assist local clubs and stakeholders to develop community football related infrastructure.

Key areas of priority include all gender changerooms for players, officials, and umpires; increased provision of quality lighting; surface and ground works to improve the carrying capacity of venues and increasing the game’s footprint within Tasmanian schools.

Guidelines and application details can be accessed via AFL Tasmania’s website.

SPORTS RESULTS

SCOTTSDALE GOLF CLUB

TUESDAY, MAY 28 STABLEFORD

Women’s Winner: Cheryl Mackenzie, 36 points. R/Up: Christie Ferguson, 35 points.

Men’s Winner: David Knight, 34 points. R/Up: Rob Kerrison, 33 points. Longest Putt: Craig Styles, Cheryl Mackenzie.

SATURDAY, JUNE 1 MONTHLY MEDAL

Winner: David Knight, 71 nett. R/Up: Graeme Booth, 74 nett. Others: Craig Styles, 75; Kevin Smith, 75; Lorissa Dobson, 76. NTP 1/10: Rob

Kerrison. NTP 5/14: Craig Styles. Longest putt: Craig Styles. Putting: Graeme Booth 26 putts. RINGAROOMA GOLF CLUB

J HAYWARD DAY

Winner: I Mountney 38 c/b. R/up: S Worker 38. 3rd: P Watt 37. 4th: D Bean 34. NTP 5/14: S Worker. NTP 7/16: S Burr. BRIDPORT GOLF CLUB

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

Monthly Trophy Winner: Darren Nichol, 70. Div 1: Damien Hyland 73, R/up Chris Walker

76. Div 2: Darren

MOORINA GOLF CLUB

MULLIGAN STROKE JUNE 1 Winner: Bernard Holbein 68. R/Up: Shane Percy 70. 3rd Rodney Nichols 71 c/b Ronald Apted 71. L/P Andrew Rainbow. NTP 8/17 Ronald Apted.

Nichol 70, Fergus Stewart, 72. Women’s Winner: Andy Kent, 72. R/Up: Raylene Taylor, 75. Putting: Adrian Johnson, 23. Women NTP: Raylene Taylor. Longest Putt: Chris Hughes.

• Lochie Bowerman with the ball.

• Alex Abraham drives the ball forward.

• Will Probert swings onto his left foot.

• Andy Heazlewood rucking for the Scottsdale Magpies.

• Megan Reid with the ball followed by Mackenzie Heazlewood.

• Madden Wood being tackled by a Prospect Hawks player.

• Anthony Osborn (AFL Tas), Lynette Burt (George Town FC), Greg Dawson (George Town Council) and Nigel Baker (Baker Group)at Blue Gum Park.

SPORT

Demons too good for Seagulls

BY JUAN SALTER

BRIDPORT HOSTED the Lilydale Demons on Saturday in perfect conditions at the seaside oval in front of a large crowd.

The first term started at a fast pace with both sides eager to gain early control, but it was the skillful Lilydale side who used their pace and skill to hit the scoreboard early to lead by six goals halfway through the term.

Bridport were under pressure and made fundamental skill errors which allowed the Demons to gain ascendancy.

The Seagulls had minimal opportunities to score but when they had these, easy shots were missed, giving the visitors a 29-point lead at the first change.

Bridport showed more aggression early in the second term, but Lilydale had all the answers playing a fast-running game, Christian Barnes in the back line

continued his good form with Captain Nat Barnett showing his strength in the ruck.

Bridport couldn’t get the ball into their forward line and managed only two points for the term whilst Lilydale increased their lead with another four goals to head into the main break with a 55-point lead.

With the third term underway the crowd from both sides became bewildered by the holding the ball interpretation by the men controlling the game and, on many occasions, they seemed to be more concerned about the vocal support from both clubs.

Lilydale are a superior outfit and continued to score at ease but Bridport managed to kick two majors to slow down the Demons scoring late in the term, but Lilydale with five majors had stretched their lead to 62 points.

Josh Nunn battled hard down back with Liam Arnold continuing his great form.

At the three-quarter time huddle Coach Andrew Philpott urged his players to be tougher at the ball and the Seagulls came out with some much need enthusiasm and kicked three goals early to show some fight.

Most of the last quarter belonged to Bridport but the Demons kicked two late goals to square up with three goals apiece.

Lilydale eventually ran out victors by 73 points, in a celebration for Logan Reynolds’ 100th outing for the club.

Bridport now will need to regroup for the next home game against East Coast on June 15 which will be a deciding factor for making the final five.

Bridport Reserves were soundly beaten also but are also hoping to regroup with some inclusions next match.

The highlight was Brock Haas kicking four goals in the second term to be one of the best players.

RESULTS

Seniors

Lilydale 18.12 (120) d Bridport 6.11 (47) Goals Bridport: Barnes 1, Arnold 1, Mcbride 1, Blackwell 1, Whelan 1, Button 1 Goals Lilydale: Trent Griggs 6, Daniel Viney 3, Tom Maclaren 3, Luke Walsh, 2, Zeik Johnston 1, Matthew Saunders 1, Thane Bardenhagen 1, Jak Hadley, 1 Best Bridport: Nat Barnett, Liam Arnold, Christian Barnes, Hayden Tyson, Josh Nunn, Alex Coombe. Best Lilydale: Daniel Viney, Logan Reynolds, Luke Walsh, Tom Maclaren, Trent Griggs, Bailey Hawes.

Reserves

Lilydale 23.9 (147) def Bridport 5.2(32) Goals: Haas 4, Pearson 1. Best: Josh Pearson, Tom Saunders, Adam Kruska, Liam Chorley, Brock Haas.

• Logan Reynolds in his milestone match for Lilydale at Bridport as Joseph Robinson and Liam McKeen loom.