Edition 22, Wednesday 19 June, 2024

Spud Fest on the menu

BY RACHEL WILLIAMS

SCOTTSDALE FOOTBALL Club was aiming for a premiership within five years of joining the new Northern Premier League with a national recruitment campaign underway to boost playing and professional stocks.

The Magpies’ Patron Peter Gutwein is leading the charge to promote the worldclass lifestyle and job opportunities available across the North East as the club

starts a re-building phase.

After chairing a meeting of industry leaders earlier this month, the former Premier will guide the engagement of new players and officials from across Tasmania and interstate, with Victorian recruiters already on the case.

“I am certain there will be many players and coaches who see an opportunity to rebuild this club and be involved in its future success and while we will operate within the salary cap we are also putting on

the table the opportunity to live in a region with one of the world’s best mountain bike areas, two of the world’s best golf courses, some of the world’s best beaches and some great jobs and opportunities available – it’s a pretty compelling package,” Mr Gutwein said.

And the gloves are off when it comes to their new on-field rivals, North Launceston, given the Bombers’ vocal opposition to the demise of the TSL and their place in the new NTFA Premier League.

“If North Launceston stop being sooks and decide to play, our message is very clearly ‘we are coming for you’, ” Gutwein said.

“I played against Scottsdale when I was with East Launceston as a school boy and a teenager and played against guns like Stephen Nicholls, Rod Hill and Danny Hall so I know the passion and dedication and toughness that Scottsdale brings to playing and we will once again rediscover that.”

T MAGPIES ON THE MARCH: BACK PAGE.

• Spud Fest organisers, including Teresa Scott, Tessa Coote, Wayne Harper, Candice Walker and Fiona Bennett are planning for the inaugural event next March.

WE SERVE

20 Years Ago – June 23, 2004

Life Membership for Field Naturalists

The North-Eastern Field Naturalist Club bestowed the honour of Life Membership on Bridport local at their annual general meeting. Mrs. Joy Rayner who had worked tirelessly on the Bridport Foreshore Committee, Coastcare, and actively canvassed on behalf of the Field Naturalist Club to have the Bridport Wildflower Reserve protected under the Granite Point Conservation Area. Since joining the club in 1983 Mrs Rayner has held many positions of office, helping the club during the process of incorporation from 1993 - 95. She is well respected and loved by club members.

30 Years Ago – June 16, 1994

Brett Partridge to represent Australia

Another chapter in the rich heritage of sport in the North-East was written with the selection of Brett Partridge in the Australian Eisenhower Cup golf team that would compete in France during July and October. Aged 22 at the time Partridge became the second Tasmanian to gain this honour alongside the legendary Peter Toogood who achieved this distinction in 1958 when Australia won the event. Partridge grew up in Scottsdale and commenced playing golf at the age of 15. The competition would be contested by 70 countries and was a Strokeplay event which was Partridge’s preference.

60 Years Ago – June 19, 1964

Pyengana CWA wins trophy

The North-Eastern C.W.A group’s Audrey Ticker trophy was won by Pyengana branch on 36.5 points, with the Derby branch a close second on 36 points. This was revealed at the bi-annual conference of the North Eastern Group held at Ringarooma. Delegates from all 11 branches in the group were present and also two state vice presidents Mrs G Napier of St Marys and Miss W Edwards of Branxholm. The group president Mrs W Jarman, secretary Mrs J Volker and the treasurer Mrs G Dehais also attended the meeting. A trophy for the best branch was won by Pyengana and a pantry shelf competition was won by Bridport.

Production and price changes

Dear readers,

Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have been forced to make some decisions that will soon affect the printing and pricing of your NorthEastern Advertiser

Australian Community Media announced on May 30 that it would close its Rocherlea printing facility on June 30, leaving papers like ours to find a new printer.

Unfortunately, there are no viable options for news print in Northern Tasmania.

This means we will now be printing

our weekly edition in Southern Tasmania, at Huon Design and Print, in the Huon Valley.

As a result, we are faced with a significant increase in transport costs which will result in a cover price rise from $1.50 to $1.70 from Wednesday, July 3.

Despite significant increases in print production costs in recent years, this is the first price rise since 2016.

Our wonderful paper kids who deliver hundreds of editions throughout Bridport and Scottsdale will not be impacted by the price change.

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HISTORY REMEMBERED

THOMAS WILLIAMS was born in the Springfield area in 1878. In August 1862 his father, Edward, aged 13, and his grandfather John became the first settlers in the Springfield district. The Williams family were prominent citizens in the early days of Scott’s New Country and have ongoing connections to the Dorset Tasmania History Society today.

At the age of 18 Thomas began a career as a photographer in Scottsdale, and around this time he adopted the title ‘T. R. G. Williams’. Research by a member of the History Society has determined that he took this name so that he stood out from the many other men of the time named ‘Thomas Williams’.

In his early working days he travelled around Tasmania taking family and personal photos, plus landscape and landmark views. He named his business ‘Virtu Studio’ but seems to have dropped this name after a few years and just used

his name ‘T. R. G. Williams’ for business identification. He established his own shopfront in Main Street, Scottsdale (now King Street at the site of the recently closed Begents store). His photos of Scottsdale, Lilydale, Ringarooma, Derby, Branxholm and Bridport are historically significant, providing us with beautiful, clear images of early life in our region.

His very early photos are distinguishable by a highly stylised font of T. R. G. Williams printed on his photos. After some years he dropped this font and began to use a plainer style. He was active in Scottsdale and surrounds for 14 years before his family moved to Victoria, but he often returned and continued to take local photos.

Identification of T. R. G. Williams’ photographs is an ongoing quest for the History Society. Tasmanian Archives, Libraries Tasmania has a large, digitised collection of his work available on-line, but new examples of T. R. G.’s keep

Our e-edition subscription price will not change from $80 per year. There will be deadline changes for advertising and editorial contributions to ensure that we can still deliver the paper each Wednesday.

We remain committed to delivering a weekly print edition to our loyal readers and have been humbled by the growth in readership and circulation we have recorded in the past 12 months. We hope you can continue to support us during this transition.

Regards,

Rachel Williams, Owner and Editor

• A original T. R.

Williams photo with his name on the photo.

appearing. The History Society recently presented T. R. G.’s work at their monthly meeting, and two previously unknown T. R. G. images appeared soon afterwards. If you have any old Tasmanian photos with the T. R. G. Williams name or logo please make contact with the Society. You never know if you have a rare image from a highly-regarded local photographer. 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.

NORTH EASTERN EVENTS CALENDAR 2024

June 19

• Bridport Seniors Group Anniversary Lunch

June 20

• The Dorset Men's Table Introduction Session

Kendalls Hotel Scottsdale, 6:00pm

June 21

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

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

June 22

• Bingo

Gladstone Hall, 6:00pm

• Branxholm Market

Branxholm Hall, 10:00am –2:00pm

• Winter Trivia and Supper Night

Lebrina Memorial Hall

June 28

• Scottsdale Senior Social Club

Northbourne Hall, from 1:30pm

June 29

• Indoor Bowls

Gladstone Hall, 6:30pm

July 6

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

July 13

• Christmas in July Branxholm Hall, 6.00pm

July 26

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

August 3

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

August 4

• Tassie Scallop Fiesta Bridport

August 30

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

September 7

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

September 13-15

• NETAC Golden Anniversary Scottsdale Mechanics’ Institute Hall

September 27

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

REGULAR EVENTS: Every Monday • Bridport Community Men’s Shed Bridport, 10:00am – 1:00pm • PlayConnect+ (School Term), Jetsonville Hall, 10:00am – 11:30am • Ukulele

October 5

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

October 19

• Plant Fest, Springfield Friends of St Paul’s Church

October 25

• 60 Years of Seniors in Scottsdale Northbourne Hall, 1:00pm November 2

• Gladstone Hotel Rodeo Gladstone

November 9

• Ringarooma School & District Show

Ringarooma

November 29

• Scottsdale Senior Social Club, Xmas Northbourne Hall, for 11:00am

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Decade of service recognised

THE NESM Hospital Auxiliary recently held its Annual General Meeting with secretary Margaret Dennis presented with her 10-year service badge by acting Director of Nursing Liz Gibb.

Margaret took over as secretary soon after joining the Auxiliary in 2014 and has continued in the role since then, Public Officer Ann Etchells said.

“The Auxiliary is fortunate to have such dedicated long-serving members who continue to give their time to assist with the successful operation of our local hospital,” Mrs Etchells said.

“In August this year Judy Barnett will

have been a member for 22 years and has served continuously as President since 2005. Ivy East joined early in 2003 and continues to be involved 21 years later. Seven others have received their 10-year service badges over the last eight years.”

Mrs Etchells said the Auxiliary continued to assist the hospital with the purchase of needed equipment.

“In the past year purchases of approximately $ l0,000 have been made, including two further vital signs monitors following two being purchased in the previous year, a television set for the

Arrest ordered for Cassidy over gun, drug charges

A WARRANT was issued for the arrest of Bianca Jayne Cassidy when she failed to appear for scheduled sentencing on multiple firearm and drug charges in Launceston Magistrates Court last week.

Cassidy had pleaded guilty to the charges on May 30 in Scottsdale Court and was requested to have a pre-sentence report completed before Magistrate Ken Stanton was due to hand down her sentence last Wednesday.

She had been charged with one count of Possess a firearm when not the holder of a firearm licence of the appropriate category, one count of Possess a firearm to which a firearms licence may not be issued, one count of Possess an unregistered firearm, one count of Possess ammunition when not the holder of the appropriate firearm licence and one count of Fail to take all precautions to ensure the safekeeping of firearm and ammunition.

She had also pleaded guilty to six drugrelated charges including using, possession and selling a controlled drug.

The court heard evidence that ammunition had exploded in a fireplace at a house in Henry St, Bridport when Police were executing a search warrant.

No new date for her sentencing was provided by the court.

THERE WILL be no more action on the Sideling upgrades until next year.

Infrastructure Minister Michael Ferguson said a tender was expected to be released before the end of the year for the next section, from the Whish-Wilson Road junction to the Minstone Road junction in Scottsdale.

“It is scheduled to go to tender later this year, with construction to start in early 2025 and be completed in 2026,” Mr Ferguson said.

Mr Ferguson said investigations into design options for the Sideling Lookout to St Patricks River Bridge stage were progressing.

“Before making any decision on the exact route and design, we will be sharing recommendations with the community and seeking feedback,” Mr Ferguson said.

“The department expects to start seeking community feedback towards the end of this year.”

palliative care Forester Suite and a wall phone-charging system, which has been a real asset, being used by patients, staff and visiting doctors.

“A paediatric emergency trolley is currently on order.”

The Auxiliary raised funds though a garden party held last October, raffles and generous financial support from organisations including the Dorset Community Men's Shed, Scottsdale Football Club, and Branxholm Flower Show Committee, as well as bequests from estates, funeral collections and donations from individuals.

Lions call out at North East changeover

A PLEA for more people to join the Lions Club of North East Tasmania was made as Drew Carter was again entrusted as President.

The club held its 42nd change over dinner at Lot 40 on Saturday, June 15 with special guests Lions District Governor Robert Bachelor and McIntyre MLC Tania Rattray.

A number of Lions were thanked for their service including Bruce Muirhead (42 years), Frank Edwards (41 years), Craig Steel (40 years) and Jeff Harper (39 years).

Encouraging the next generation to give back to the community when and where they can is a challenge Mr Carter is taking on this year.

“If all members can search high and low for new members to help us grow it would be appreciated as we really need more Lions,” he said.

“We do some amazing things contributing to our region and it would be good to see new people stepping in.”

Mr Carter said it had been a successful year for the club, with fundraising undertaken at a range of events including Gladstone Rodeo, Ringarooma Show and Back to Branxholm to raise almost $25,000.

“All of these events allowed us to make significant contributions of $5000 each to Dorset Suicide Prevention Network and RAW, $1915 to Community Dorset House for their van steps, annual breakfast club donations of $1000 each

to Ringarooma and Winnaleah Primary School,

“We also provided a Bursary of $1000 each to Zoe Clarke (Scottsdale High School) and Sarah Kirkham (Winnaleah), $500 each to Lexie Viney and Dustin Rockliff for National Cross Country Championships, $500 to Tori Hall for her Frank McDonald Prize trip, $1500 to Max Richards to assist with costs for his Parkinsons treatment in Melbourne, $500 each to Royal Flying Doctors Service,

Cystic Fibrosis,

and

$250 each to Menzies Foundation and Careflight and $1000 to the Lions Foundation.

Mr Carter paid tribute to former members Victor Burt and Neil Doyle, describing them as dearly loved and valued members of the club who were greatly missed.

“We received funding for a defibrillator which we will place at Ringarooma Hub with a plaque dedicated to Victor,” he said.

Bridport service station plan imminent

PLANS FOR a new 24-hour selfserve fuel facility are imminent with developers behind the Bridport Rd project close to lodging a Development Application with the Dorset Council.

An original plan for the project was scuttled, with the Krushka family revising downwards the scope of the project.

“We are just gathering the last elements to relodge the documents – hopefully at some stage this week,” developer Joe Krushka said.

“Last time we tried to rezone it to have an envelope that allowed for multi-use development.

“We had plans for airport hangars and storage sheds and mixed use overlay so it could allow for things like a microbrewery or a builder or plumber could have their workshop there, but we got knocked back after it went to the Tasmanian Planning Commission after objections from neighbours.

“This time we have scaled it back and are keeping it as just a service station

which is a permitted use in the rural living zone.”

Under the plans to be assessed by council, the site in front of Flinders Island Aviation at 1954 Bridport Rd, would be transformed with the unmanned service station that would have three bowsers for general use as well as one station for high-flow diesel and AdBlue.

“It will have a lot of swing room for boats and trailers, log trucks and milk tankers,” Mr Krushka said.

• NESM Hospital Auxiliary Secretary Margaret Dennis presented with her 10 Year Service badge by Acting Director of Nursing Liz Gibb.

• North East Lions Club held its annual Changeover Dinner. Pictured Shane McGrath, Wally Rich, Jeff Harper, President Drew Carter, Frank Edwards, Mark Jefferey, Matt Michaelis and Craig Steel.

Ronald McDonald House

Parkinsons Tasmania,

Derby MTB maintenance shed planned for depot site

DORSET COUNCIL is planning a $50,000 project next to the Derby Depot site to facilitate a new headquarters for the MTB trail maintenance crew.

The existing Derby Depot proved extremely controversial when it was built in 2020 without approval on Crown Land and witnesses were called to give evidence about its construction in the ongoing Board of Inquiry into Dorset Council.

The depot has since received retrospective planning, building and plumbing approvals.

“This DA is entirely uncontroversial,” Director Community & Development Rohan Willis said.

The proposal would see a Colorbond and steel shed with approximatley 100 sq/m floor area be placed to the southeast of the existing depot building, within Council’s lease area.

“The land is Crown land, and Council has received landowner consent from the relevant Crown department (PWS) for the making of the

application,” Mr Willis said.

The application and associated plans and documents are available for inspection at the Council Offices, 3 Ellenor Street, Scottsdale during normal office hours ending on June 29.

“The application gets advertised for two weeks, during which representations can be made. If multiple representations are received, it will go to a Council Meeting for decision,” Mr Willis said.

“Council has engaged a planning consultant to provide independent assessment and recommendation upon the planning application.”

“If planning approval is given for the proposed development, Council would be required to obtain separate and distinct consent from the Crown before commencing any works on Crown land,” Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania Team Leader Jesse Walker said.

Rural road funding confirmed

A NUMBER of roads across the North-East have had funding confirmed under two different State Government programs.

The government this week announced that under the Safer Rural Roads Program, Lilydale Road would receive $200,000 for new line marking; guardrails would be erected on Mathinna Plains Road and

Mathinna Rd at a cost of $56,000 while a $600,000 pavement widening project would take place at Old Aerodrome Road, Low Head.

The government also confirmed recipients in the Vulnerable Road User Program, with Scottsdale’s King Street and George Street, and Bridport’s Main St to receive $70,500 for unsignalled road crossings.

Derby trail network progress

THERE’S BEEN significant progress made on two key pieces of infrastructure for the Blue Derby trail network, with both set to be finished by the end of June.

Relics Crossing now has a new bridge, a long overdue project according to Blue Derby spokesperson Taylor Clyne Smith.

“Devil Wolf bridge floods regularly on high water and makes it hard to cross the river. The new bridge means no more being cut off by flood events so it’s a big safety improvement.”

The second project is underway at Twisties.

“They are undertaking an alignment of a new trail and crossing of a new bridge, formerly the Rusty Crusty loop, that was

washed away in the 2022 floods,” Ms Clyne Smith said.

“A new section of trail will be created leading up to the Derby Tunnel making access so much easier for riders and walkers.

“The remake will incorporate the Twisties View and will be a pretty little walk for those off bike to enjoy as well.”

The Foundation contributed $5500 to Dorset Council for the project, with the remainder funded by Council.

“The works are being delivered by our awesome trail crew and the total estimated project cost was over $200,000 but it’s looking to come in well under budget,” she said.

• Adam Hall with Blue Derby trail crew Pete Coleburn, Xavier Smyrk and Angus McLarty installing the new Relics Bridge.

Embracing winter in Winnaleah

WINNALEAH’S FIRST winter solstice event was a huge success, with other celebrations of the cold and dark about to take place across the region.

More than 100 people rugged up and warmed up beside fire pits at Winnaleah Hotel on Saturday night.

“People come from all over the region to gather together and a few travellers who saw the event pop up on their social media pages made the effort to camp locally and join in the fun,” organiser Gill Grove said.

“After spending half a million dollars on the hotel renovations last year, it felt good to put the luxury beer garden space to use. We decorated with loads of hanging greenery and fairy lights and added in the fire pits and Waverley Mills recycled woollen blankets to keep everyone warm and we had music by Jack Hickey.

“We are incredibly proud of our team who worked hard to keep up with demand all night and the amazing community who continue to support us. This is the first in a roll out of monthly events at the Winnaleah Hotel with the July event to be released shortly.”

Other communities are set to come together and embrace the transition from darkness into light.

Lilydale District Progress Association is organising its Lantern Walk to light up the night this Friday from 5.30pm

The night of enchantment will include bagpipes and a movement piece with arts, displays, fire pits and food on offer.

George Town will also come to life on Friday with its Solstice in the Square event from 5pm -9pm with entertainment including fire twirlers and face painting.

Flinders Island is also gearing up for Wilderfeast on August 17.

Draw inspiration from pagan traditions, the earth and all its elements, attendees are being encouraged to “think greenery, sticks, feathers, fur, and leather for a night of enchantment and celebration” with a lantern parade, a feast of local fare and an art auction.

Play in the picture

IN A first for Tasmanian playgrounds, George Town Council has installed an accessible Playground Communication Board in Regent Square.

The board features picture visuals and Auslan alphabet signs, enabling individuals to gesture, point to, or scan through symbols to communicate effectively. The board provides a new avenue for connection, fostering better communication among all children, adults, and carers who visit the playground.

The communication board is a form of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)

that will benefit people of all abilities.

Mayor Greg Keiser said it was a small but impactful project.

“As part of our Diversity, Equitable Access, and Inclusion Policy, George Town Council is dedicated to ensuring fair and equal access for everyone in our community,” he said.

“We are dedicated to enhancing and improving the positive experiences of people with disabilities in our community. The Playground Communication Board is a testament to our ongoing commitment to inclusion and accessibility.”

Historic bid for Archer in Bass

GEORGE TOWN’S Bass Liberal MHR Bridget Archer has been endorsed by the Liberal Party to recontest the marginal seat for an historic third-consecutive term.

Ms Archer won the seat at the 2019 election and retained it over Ross Hart at the 2022 poll, with a 1.4 per cent margin.

Renowned as a seat with a one-term curse in recent history, if successful she would be the first politician since fellow Liberal Warwick Smith (1984-1993) to win a third term.

Ms Archer has been criticised by some within the party for crossing the floor and supporting The Voice campaign but says her values still align with Liberal members of her electorate.

“I am very pleased to be endorsed as the Liberal candidate for the next federal election,” Ms Archer said.

“The democratic process of preselection is an important function of the party and I thank our grass roots members of the party for their support and confidence.

“I will continue to work hard to be a genuine and authentic representative for the Northern Tasmanian Community.”

A Labor candidate is yet to be announced with the poll expected before mid-2025.

We’re visiting Bridport & St Helens

Friday 28 - Saturday 29 June

Our Principal, Mr. Dale Bennett and Head of Boarding, Mr. Theunis (TJ) Pieters, are visiting Bridport and St Helens and invite you to join them for some light refreshments and a chat.

Whether you are a current family or looking to learn more about our school, we welcome you to join us. Come and hear about Hawkes Boarding and all the opportunities our school has to offer your child.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Bridport: St Marks Bridport, Friday 28 June 5:30 - 7pm

St Helens: Parkside, Saturday 29 June 12:00 - 2pm

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• Holly Carins, 14, Charlotte Carins, 16 and Daisy Carins, 14, warming up at Winnaleah’s Solstice party.

• Laine and Billie Burr, Samantha Kerr, Courtney Wilson and Taylor Clyne Smith.

• Marie Rainbow and Val Walker with Sherri Rainbow.

Fibre fun for alpaca fans

MEMBERS OF the Ringarooma Textiles Group hosted a day of laughter, sharing and learning on Sunday, June 9.

Twenty six fibre enthusiasts from across the State attended the event, hosted by Cyndy McCann, Jan Denison and Christine Booth at Tin Dragon Trail Cottages.

Fibre enthusiasts learnt how to skirt, wash and card alpaca fleeces.

“The day was very organic - sort of a semi-organised chaos! But we were very pleased to see our guests mingling and chatting,” Mrs Booth said.

“One of our Ringarooma Textiles group commented that the event was relaxed and homely. It certainly was our aim to make everyone feel welcomed.

“In fact, this lovely group of people made the day into a success for everyone!”

The event was promoted by the Handweavers, Spinners and Dyers Guild of Tasmania, which aims to bring together everyone who practises textile and fibre crafts for their mutual benefit, for the advancement of their crafts and discussions, demonstrations and exhibition.

Inadequate freight infrastructure a concern for NE producers

BY IAN SAUER President TasFarmers

THE NORTH-EAST is often seen as a leader in Tasmanian agriculture.

With the possible exception of superfine wool and broad acre barley, the North-East produces nearly every commodity that this state is renowned for – food, fibre and pharmaceuticals. Dairy production is often benchmarked by the milk production here, this is the original potato growing region in Tasmania, onions, carrots, peas, beetroot, rhubarb and pretty much everything else that belongs on a well-rounded dinner plate is best grown in the North-East.

But for a region with soils so good you could throw nails in and get crowbars, access to market still lags behind what should be expected. Despite the region being incredibly fertile and farmed by some of the most efficient farmers in the country, it is still an exercise to get farm produce to processors or to fresh food markets.

Tax cuts for every taxpayer

The wise people who recognised this issue back in the 1880’s built the North-East rail line, which while taking a very long time to build, was the answer to the North-East’s access to market problems. While it wasn’t fully built all the way through to Herrick until well after the first world war, the North-East had a reliable rail service for the mining, vegetables and sawn timber into Launceston for well over 70 years. While primary production grew and heavy vehicle technology improved through the 60s, 70s and 80s, the quality of road access either over the Sideling or through Golconda and Lilydale didn’t match that level of expansion. Eventually the inevitable happened and the rail corridor that was no longer fit for purpose and closed, leaving producers in the NorthEast to go by roads that were out of date in the 1970s. At the same time, vegetable production in the North-East increased exponentially, despite the vegetable processing works in Scottsdale also closing, leaving the only option to truck everything out.

In the past five years many millions of dollars have been spent on the Sideling and Golconda Road, yet few in the farming and heavy transport sector will have noticed any real positive difference for the prime economic generator of the North-East. From the Sideling Lookout to the bottom of the hill, the road is certainly better, but it still has the same numbers of corners and Saliers Hill is still far too narrow.

Tasmania will always rely upon its vibrant and efficient agricultural sector for regional economic development. The North-East is a critical part of this but could be so much better and deliver so much more for Tasmania if there was a proper freight route in and out of the North-East that would encourage new investment and development.

To be added for discussion at another time is also sea freight for the Furneaux group, which highlights the obvious need for efficient freight solutions to overcome the isolated nature of the Islands. By prioritising robust sea freight infrastructure, we can foster sustainable development and ensure these smaller islands thrive within Tasmania's broader economic landscape.

Some say that talk is cheap, but talk is actually very expensive, as talk and no real long-term action is costing North-East farmers very dearly indeed.

• Branxholm’s Christine Booth discussing the art of alpaca fibre processing at the field day.

Jetty journey – MAST’s upgrade history

BY JUSTIN FOSTER, MAST Assets and Projects Manager

BEFORE THE establishment of MAST in 1997, the various marine boards were responsible for regulating safety and managing their licencing requirements and facilities.

At that time, Hobart, Launceston, Devonport, Burnie and Circular Head had varying by-laws and safety gear requirement but there was no safety oversight of our inland lakes, leading to numerous fatalities in the highland waters.

As well as the smaller boating facilities managed by the marine boards, the old Department of Transport managed the State’s larger commercial jetties, most of which were constructed from timber.

Prior to 1997, there were no Australian Standards for marine infrastructure and many existing facilities were in poor condition so initially MAST’s focus was on repairing existing infrastructure.

However, in 2003 MAST conducted state-wide forums and received strong support for the introduction of the current three-year licencing system to

fund infrastructure. This initially cost $30.00 per year for three years. With CPI increases, the cost in 2024 is $56.00.

The Tasmanian boating population wanted modern facilities and MAST has worked to meet this demand.

Some notable examples include:

• North-West - Port Sorell: Previously boaters had to launch directly from the beach. Since 2013 boaters have had a dual land ramp with a floating pontoon.

• South – Dru Point (Margate): In the past, there was an inadequate boat ramp and old, timber jetty. Progressively since then, one of Southern Tasmania’s most popular sites has been upgraded and now boasts three ramp lanes and two jetties.

• North – Eddystone Point: Historically, there was only a rough track down to a beach launching area. Now boaters have access to a recently-completed concrete boat ramp and a concrete landing stage.

• East Coast - Burns Bay: In the past, it consisted of a very mediocre concrete ramp where boaters had to clamber on and off boats from the end of the rock breakwater. In 2024, there are now three ramp lanes with an adjacent concrete

landing stage as well as a second concrete jetty.

• East Coast – Coles Bay: Previously there were three small wooden jetties. Today there is double-sided pontoon and new concrete jetty providing significantly more berthing area than ever before.

Construction costs continue to rise annually, but MAST is dedicated to focusing on larger projects around the State and includes long-lasting materials where possible.

The reality is that anyone born after 1997, or turning 28 this year, would have no idea what existed before – and neither should they.

While good marine facilities are important, MAST’s role in boating safety is just as important and MAST’s mantra is - don’t let the next trip be you last.

Which means preparing well by checking the weather before you leave and throughout your planned boating trip, carrying the right safety gear and ensuring your inflatable life jacket is up to date and fully-serviced.

We want Tasmanian boaters enjoy their time on the water and return safely.

Spud Fest on the menu for Scottsdale

THE REGION is renowned for producing premium potatoes and now the humble spud is going to be the centre of attention at a new annual event being planned for Scottsdale.

Spud Fest is being organised by a group of locals keen to promote the area’s rich food and wine offerings.

With support form Scottsdale Lions, the event is planned for Northeast Park on Sunday March 16, 2025, with a committee including Teresa Scott, Fiona Bennett, Tess Coote, Wayne Harper and Candice Walker.

The seed of an idea was first sown around two years ago at a King St café.

“I used to own Ellesemere Patisserie and Providore and I worked alongside a lot of farmers and producers in the area, so I was inspired to do something and Fiona came in as a customer and I said ‘we need to have a potato festival and celebrate what the region has to offer’ and she said ‘yep, let’s do it!’,” Ms

Scott said.

The committee is cooking up ideas for the family-friendly event, which aims to be affordable with any money made going back into the community.

“Basically, it will be based on

fresh produce from the area. We have so much amazing produce from rhubarb to carrots to onions and garlic, lamb, beef and pork – we are just an agricultural hub,” Ms Bennett said.

“And people’s back yard gardens are amazing – we will be celebrating the smaller producers too, not just those on a large-scale.”

The new date on the region’s events calendar will be a boost for the local economy.

“There have been a lot of events that have pulled out of Tasmania, so

we are hoping this helps Tasmania as a whole and ideally we want local people to attend and also visitors to our great state.”

With plans to serve up the event annually, there will be local chef demonstrations, and music as well as the serving of local wine and spirits

“We will have entertainment and competitions – a potato peeling competition and potato sack race perhaps – we are open to any ideas.”

Around 50,000 tonnes of spuds are processed from the North East region each year.

Fishing ambassador to hook into column

SEAFOOD INDUSTRY Tasmania brand ambassador Nick Martin has recently returned from a showcase in Sydney where he was promoting the best of our seafood selection.

“I have been on a few industry boards and was given an opportunity to be an ambassador at the Tasmanian Seafood Showcase at the Sydney Fish Markets to showcase to chefs what we can offer from Tasmania,” he said.

“We cooked up some wild, sustainable seafood including calamari, Bass, Jackass Morwong and Stripey Trumpeter. Others were there with octopus and salmon and Giant Crayfish.”

The St Helens fisherman, who runs Fresh Catch Tasmania, said it was a great experience for he and son Noah to be involved in.

He’s now ready to hit the water and find out what’s biting so that he can share his

knowledge with you.

From next week you will be able to learn about what’s hot, with Martin to share tips and inside knowledge in a regular column.

“Whether its tuna or whiting I’ll tell you what’s biting from Low Head to Coles Bay,” he said.

• Nick Martin with his son Noah from St Helens on a recent visit to Sydney Fish Markets.

• Boaters at Burns Bay have much improved facilities now.

• Burns Bay boat ramp facilities before their transformation.

Scottsdale Fire Brigade Social Club Inc

AGM

Thursday July 4, 7:30pm

Loved mother of Kirsten, loving partner of Ian Ross (dec.), treasured sister, aunt and friend. Privately cremated.

IN MEMORIAM

Ron Singline (“Spizzle”)

Dad/Pop one year has passed, Sadly missed along lifes way, Quietly remembered every day, No longer in our life to share, But in our hearts you are always there.

Love Brett, Mandy, Phoebe and Chloe. xx

Bridport Community Men’s Shed AGM

Monday July 15, 10:30am

Maxwell Street, Bridport

dorset COUNCIL

ROAD CLOSURE

JETSONS ROAD, JETSONVILLE

Motorists are advised that Jetsons Road, Jetsonville (North of Shanty’s Road) will be closed from 9.00 am – 12 noon on Friday 21st June 2024 for water line crossover.

Any inconvenience is regretted.

John Marik, General Manager

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Alec Vidler

My family and I would like to sincerely thank the wonderful and caring staff at North Eastern Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Ochre Medical Centre Scottsdale, Dr Lim at the Holman Clinic and Lethborg Family Funerals for the care and understanding they have provided to my husband over the years, up until his passing on May 28, 2024. Thank you also to our friends for their cards, flowers and offers of condolences at this very sad time, along with the Ringarooma Swimming Pool Association for catering the refreshments after Alec’s service.

We will be forever grateful to you.

Jill Vidler RETURN THANKS

North East Eightball Report

BY DAVID MARSHALL

IN THE last games of the roster, it was the RSL Tigers on the road to take on the Magpies. The gnome Fogarty ran through Blank like a packet of laxettes in the first before the tall one Smith cleaned up the mess downing shuffler Williams.

Rough head Kerrison sent shockwaves through Boris Taylor and the Bridport Bell put a stop to Whitlam Gough’s campaign. Lethal Shaw hung Ned Kelly out to dry to pinch one back for the Pies but then money bags Cash left Randone holding the small change and the Tigers were in the box seat.

Supper was served and the Pies made a couple of changes in the hope of saving face. Boags and Wylie Smith failed to warm up properly and both pulled hamstrings leaving Kerrison and Kelly to run away with the win.

Williams and Bell got in on the action downing Taylor and Gough before Fogarty and Cash rubbed salt into the wounds of Wagner and Randone and sealed their best win of the year. RSL Tigers 7 – Magpies 2.

The Killers were at home taking on Gladstone and the Happy Rock lads were up and about after last week’s triumph. Streak Rainbow kicked things off trimming the beard of Armstrong in quick time.

The butcher Dejersey whipped the hide off smiley Alcorso before sure shot Marshall left Nolan with seven balls still on the table and resulting in a small display in the bar.

Stand in captain Groves revved up his charges and they came out swinging. Ugg Boots Singline sent the

joiner Bicanic back to his sick bed and Groves dished out a master class to the apprentice Smith.

Bogey Hodgetts tried to stem the rot for the Killers, but Taylor had other ideas leaving Gladstone on the verge of victory. Hodgetts and Smith redeemed themselves in the doubles taking down Singa and Alcorso before Marshall and Hodgetts junior jumped on the wagon to run over Rainbow and Taylor.

The last was a thriller with neither side giving an inch but Dejersey and Armstrong ground it out to steal the win. Killers 5 to Gladstone 4.

The Dogs were full of yap prior to their game against the Bulls, hoping to secure a finals berth. Champy Brown was bumped up the order and knocked over Daffy in the first.

Millwood showed he hasn’t lost his touch milking a win out of Cowmare Lethborg but then real estate Wiggins called the exterminator and eliminated Rat Farrell.

Civil works Cain ran out of hydraulic oil and went down to Sassy as did the nomad Mountney who was led up the garden path by porker Parry. Jarrod Farrell was too good for Raymert in the last singles and the scores were level.

The Dogs went for the jugular throwing last year’s doubles champs Millwood and Brown in against the father son combo, Wiggins junior had to carry the old boy and just over the line in a photo finish.

Two newcomers Hurst and Farrell tried hard but went down to Sassy and Parry. In the last Al and Jarrod clawed one back for the Dogs after Lethborg and Daffy consumed one too many red wines. Bulls 5 – Dogs 4.

dorset COUNCIL

The Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, 24 June 2024 will be held at the Council Chambers, 3 Ellenor Street, Scottsdale commencing at 6:00 pm.

Members of the public are invited to attend in person, with doors opening at 5:45pm, however, if any member of the public is feeling unwell, please do not attend.

The audio recording of the Council Meeting, except for any part held in Closed Session, will be made available to the public as soon as practicable after the meeting via Council’s website and social media.

The following items are listed for discussion:

• Planning Application – Construction of a General Retail Building, and Buildings for Visitor Accommodation | 65 Main Street, Derby

• Structure Plans – Scottsdale and Derby

• 2024 Review and Progress Report | Dorset Council Strategic Plan 2023 – 2032

• 2024/25 Annual Plan

• Long-Term Financial Plan 2025 - 2034

• 2024/25 Budget Estimates

• 2024/25 Rates Resolution and Rates Policy Review

• 2024/25 Fees and Charges

• Urban Stormwater Asset Management Plan 2024

• Adoption of New Policy No. 62 – CCTV and Remote Camera

• Tabling of Code of Conduct Determination Report | 24 April 2024

• Commissioner Communications

• Management Team Briefing Report

• Bentley Street, Bridport Lease / Licence (Closed Session)

Please note the listed items are subject to change, removal or additional items may be included.

The agenda and attachments will be available to the public from Thursday 20 June on Council’s website www.dorset.tas.gov.au, contact 03 6352 6500 or email dorset@dorset.tas.gov.au

JOHN

MARIK General Manager

Bridport Football Club ball

• Jock Johnson, Zali Dolley, Brooklyn Fulton, Claire Bowen, Jaiden Clark, Ruby Grice.

• Danica Beeson & Tom Barnett.

• Alyssa Brown, Katelyn Singline & Leeara Jones. • Andrew & Alison Philpott

• Paige Chorley, Liam Chorley & Amber Walker.

• Joey Robinson, Tarin Robinson, Rubi Turner & Dylan Pickering.

• Mo Makitae, Christian Barnes & Kade Mulder.

• Amelia Barnett, Morgan Barnett & Kristy Mountney.

Photos: Bronte Hall Photography

Pythons dominate play against Rovers

HOCKEY REPORT

BY LAURA HILL

A SLOW start to the game didn't slow down the play on the field as the Rovers and Pythons began the first match.

Rovers won the toss allowing them the initial push into Pythons’ defence. The attempt was thwarted and the pressure returned as both teams battled to gain the upper hand.

After multiple attempts at goal by Pythons, defended by mother-daughter duo Kylie Blackwell and Sophie Walker, Pythons successfully scored.

Half time saw Pythons ahead 2-0.

The second half saw Pythons’ extra number have an advantage as players began to tire.

Not giving up, Rovers’ Faye Smith got

the ball into Pythons’ open defence and scored and that was shortly followed by another from teammate Zavier Ritson.

Pythons’ Brandon Goss Kitchin worked hard through the midfield, helping get the ball to Narrelle Genge, whose multiple shots on goal were extremely accurate, securing a solid 8-2 win.

The second match had the Frogs and Devils’ facing off. Midfield was busy, with both teams having the speed to get around each other’s players making them work hard for the ball. Devil David Galloway was first to put a score on the board with a well-placed goal.

Half time saw the Devils with a solid lead 4-1. Steph Hill worked well with daughter Bianca Hill to help clear the ball out of Frogs’ defence. Devils’ Caleb Beane kept the pressure up for his team

with multiple attempts at goals.

Second half saw the goal scoring run slow down with both teams only scoring a goal each leaving the Devils as victors, 5-2.

Results

Pythons 8 def Rovers 2

Best - Pythons: Narelle Genge, Laura Hill, Emily Cox. Rovers: Zavier Ritson, Kylie Blackwell, Aaron Ritson. Goals- Pythons: Narelle Genge 5, Lisa Williams 1, Ben Williams 1, Emily Cox 1. Rovers: Faye Smith 1, Zavier Ritson 1.

Seagulls top, Swans flop

BY NICK FYSH

BRIDPORT TOOK a significant step towards playing finals footy with a comfortable 43-point win over the East Coast Swans at Bridport on Saturday. Led by champion full forward, Mathew Taylor, who booted nine goals, the Seagulls were never seriously challenged by a Swans outfit that had trouble finding a consistent, winning forward.

Although Nick Child kicked a quick goal to open proceedings, it was all Bridport in the early stages, with Taylor answering with his first major - an omen for the headaches he was going to give the “coast” backmen during the game.

Lanham was lively at centre-half forward for the home team, while “Mo” Makitae provided plenty of drive around the ground.

Swans Jai Balym won most of the centre taps, but the Bridport midfield successfully sharked his work and were able to drive the ball deep into the forward half to put the Swans under relentless pressure.

Both Goldfinch brothers were good contributors for the Swans as was Trent Page, but once again poor disposal let their team down, often caused by Bridport’s pressure on the ball carrier. At the first break, it was Bridport

BRIDPORT GOLF CLUB

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 STABLEFORD

Women: Karlene Cuthbertson 29, June Atkinson 28, Helen Davies 27. NTPin 9/18: Raylene Taylor. Men: Div 1: Curt Nicholls 37, Danny Freeland 36, Darren Nichol 34. Div 2: Fergus Stewart 43, Greg Gurr 34, David Glover 31. NTP 3/12: Curt Nicholls. NTP 6/15: Danny Freeland. Putting 7/16: Darren Nichol. Friday Flappers: Mike Lambert 18.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 4BBB

STABLEFORD

Winners: Andy Kent and June Atkinson 37. R/Up: Karlene Cuthbertson and Helen Davies 36. NTP Div1 1/10: Mandy Hall. NTP Div2 6/15: Helen Davies. Longest Putt OTF: Helen Davies. Stableford Winner: Davis

with the momentum, but the Swans had confidence that they could reduce the gap while kicking to the scoring end of the ground.

Taylor quickly kicked goal number three to extend his team’s lead, but majors to Jarrod Mason and Murfet gave the Swans supporters a reason to enjoy their hot dog and beer.

The beer quickly turned sour however as the Seagulls surged and plundered three quick majors to head in to the long break with a 29-point lead.

Apart from the ominous presence of Taylor who was proving unstoppable on the lead, the Seagulls were well served by players such as Blackwell and Barnett while the remainder of the team continually out-muscled their smaller opponents.

Two early goals from Mason and Newett for the Swans narrowed the lead, but once again the clearance work of the Seagulls gave them repeated deep entries, where their forwards were able to answer with another four goals.

Having had a torrid time in the first half, young Swan Jayden Blunt took some impressive marks in the quarter, receiving solid assistance from the consistent Sam Maddern, but the Seagulls backline held firm and initiated some impressive link-up football,

SPORTS RESULTS

Bird 33 c/b Mike Lambert 33. Croquet: Draw Sandra Bond

RINGAROOMA GOLF CLUB

SUNDAY, JUNE 16 FOUR PERSON

AMBROSE

Winner: N Sutton, N Betts. Z McDougall & C Fennell - 51.625. R/UP: D, D & M Walsh & M Cook - 54.25. 3rd: M & S Rigby. T Rainbow, J Molondyke - 54 7/8. 4th: T Harper, S Worker. T Bowen & I Mountney - 55.5. 5th: S Burr, J & H Carins and Andrew - 56 1/8. NTP 2/11 - Z McDougall; 3/12 - David Walsh; 5/14 - A Shearing; 7/16 – Murray Summers; 9/18 - Long putt - N Betts.

INDOOR BOWLS

Bridport 78 def Legerwood 26. M.Monson 44 def B. Jacobs 13. J. Binns 34 def M.

particularly on the eastern side of the ground.

A long goal early in the last term by Bridport captain Joe Robinson put some early icing on the cake as his team strolled to an easy win.

Isaac Newett capped off an excellent game for the Swans with his third goal to be his teams’ best player on the day, but with only two goals being scored by each side in the last quarter, the game petered out to its inevitable conclusion.

With the Swans facing another tough road trip against Perth next Saturday and Bridport tackling the struggling Meander Suns, there is a definite chance that the Seagulls may be sitting in the top five next Saturday night.

RESULTS

Seniors

Bridport 15.13 (103) d Swans 8.12 (60)

Goals - Bridport: Taylor 9, Lanham 2, Coombe, Robinson, McBride, Etchell. Swans: Newett 3, J. Mason 2, Murfet 2, N.Child.

Best - Bridport: Taylor, Blackwell, Barnett, Barnes, Arnold, Farrell. Swans: Newett, S.Goldfinch, J.Blunt, Haley, Maddern, Tate, E.Goldfinch Reserves

Swans 10.16 (76) d Bridport 8.4 (52)

Austen13. Scottsdale 40 def Ringarooma 35. K. Ginn 23 def L. Singline 8. M. Chilcott 17 def by J. Dennis 27.

MOORINA GOLF CLUB

PRESIDENTS DAY 2 PERSON AMBROSE

SUNDAY, JUNE 16

L. Rattray & C Sculthorpe 64. T. Thompson & C Krushka 69.5. M. Taylor & F. Wagner

70. L/P 4/13 D. Donnelly & K Wagner. 5/14 J. Balfe & S Sculthorpe. 7/16 T. Thompson & C Krushka.

NORTH-EASTERN LADIES DARTS

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

Imps def Devils 6/3. Highest score B. Jones 128. Warriors def rebels 5/4. Highest scores

Honours at axeman awards

FOUR LIFE memberships were bestowed at last weekend’s North East Axeman’s Association dinner. Ron Forsyth, David Binns, Daryl Forsyth and Alan Green were each acknowledged for their contribution to the club.

Other awards presented on the night included: Front Markers Underhand Overall Daniel Wiggins, R/up - Dustin Kettle. 300mm Underhand Overall Joe Rattray, R/up - Dale Lester. 225mm Standing Overall Vaughan Kettle, R/up - Michael Tucker. 250mm Standing Overall Michael Tucker, R/up - Vaughan Kettle. 300mm Standing Overall Michael Tucker, R/up - Dale Lester. Most Successful Visiting Axemen Anthony McCauley, Equal R/up - Brett Walker & Toby Rowe. N.E.A.A Most Successful Axemen Michael Tucker, R/upDale Lester. North East Axe Person Of The Year Tania Rattray.

North Eastern Axemen

• Rovers mother daughter duo Kylie Blackwell and Sophie Walker defend against Pythons Ben Williams.

Devils 5 Def Frogs 2. Best - Devils: Caleb Beane, David Galloway, Kayden Carins. Frogs: Nick Hill, Bianca Hill, Greg Coker-Williams. Goals- Devils: David Galloway 2, Caleb Beane 2, Kayden Carins 1. Frogs: Shakira Coker-Williams 1, Dawson Jensen Cooley 1.

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Michael Tucker, Vaughan Kettle (President), Ron Forsyth, David Binns, Anthony Richards NEAA Member.

Magpies go missing again

BY PETER FISH

NOT FOR the first time this season, Scottsdale’s failure to kick a goal in two quarters against Hillwood on Saturday proved costly. In contrast their opponents kicked 10 goals to take control of the game.

After a promising opening term, the Magpies didn’t add to their score until the third quarter, and by then the game was well and truly out of their grasp.

They were up and about early pressuring their opponents with effective tackles and physical force, but once again that approach fell away as Hillwood’s slick ball movement and midfield brigade took over.

Scottsdale’s handfull of experienced players had to do most of the heavy lifting, and the difference in skill level became more apparent as the match went on. The top teams in this competition move the ball so much better than the Magpies who for all their endeavour just lack a capacity to use the football to best advantage.

Captain Elliot Tyson led the way again

for his team. He may not be the best kick at the club but no one goes harder at the ball than Tyson.

In his 100th senior game Jacob Singline ran himself into the ground, as did Brad Tuffin who works so hard every week.

The team welcomed back Joe Krushka and Warrick Hall from injury and they will be better for the run.

The women’s team met their match against the undefeated Bridgenorth. The ladder leaders and flag favourites moved the ball so well and gave the Magpies little respite.

Liyana Juraimi, who excels in the round ball game as well, stood out for her team while captain Makaylah Lester and Kresta Davis were the best of the rest.

The reserves, like their senior colleagues, failed to score goals in three quarters, and their defence was under pressure throughout the match.

Riley Probert was again their best contributor while young players Jesse Farrell and Liam Saunders were others to

show out.

The Under 18s had the bare minimum of players and a spate of injuries during the match put them out of contention against a well-drilled St Pats team. Callum Fulton enjoyed his return to the game while Ryan Galloway and Callum Lancaster also did well.

Next week the seniors, reserves and Under 18s head to Longford, while the women’s team meets Old Scotch at the NTCA ground.

RESULTS

Seniors

Hillwood 16.16 (112) d Scottsdale

3.6 (24)

Best: E Tyson, J Rattray, G Lester, J Singline, W Hall, B Tuffin Goals: J Rattray, J Singline, L Mountney.

Women

Bridgenorth 17.14 (116) d Scottsdale

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Best: L Juraimi, M Lester, K Davis, H Viney, A Hall, D Mason.

Reserves

Hillwood 18.5 (113) d Scottsdale

2.7

Goals:

0.0

Under 14 junior Magpies both winners

SCOTTSDALE’S UNDER 14 girls and boys had encouraging wins on Sunday.

The girls had a big win over Tamar by 55 points. Caitlyn Davis booted four goals while newly capped State representative Amelia Carter finished with a couple as did Abby Samec.

The improving boys finished too strong for Deloraine, running out victors by 19 points. Cousins James Coxen and Wes Styles both played well alongside Declan Knight and Noah Hay.

In a promising sign for the future the team had six individual goalkickers.

The Under 16s were certainly competitive against North Launceston on Friday night but failed by 30 points in an entertaining game.

Lochie Bowerman and Deagen Young were both prominent as well as Kade Norman and

Will Probert.

The Under 12s had a bye.

On Sunday the Under 10s and Under 11 girls both have byes, while the Under 9s and Under 12s both play at Evandale on Friday night.

RESULTS

Under 14 Girls

Scottsdale 8.10 (58) d Tamar 0.3 (3)

Best: Team effort

Goals: Caitlyn Davis 4, Amelia Carter 2, Abby Samec 2.

Under 14 Boys

Scottsdale 6.6 (42) d Deloraine 3.5 (23)

Best: James Coxen, Wes Styles, Declan Knight, Noah Hay, Beau Gerke, Harrison Murphy.

Goals: Adam Abraham, James Coxen, Jobie Rockliff, Wesley Styles, Tom Moore, Matthew Cresswell.

Under 16 Boys

North Launceston 12.7 (70) d Scottsdale 6.6 (40)

Best: Lochie Bowerman, Deagen Young, Kade Norman, Will Probert, Blake Hopkins, Thomas Wesley

Goals: Blake Hopkins 2, Lochie Bowerman 2, Jackson Murphy, Ryan Saunders. NEXT WEEK’S GAMES

Friday June 21st

Under 9s v North Launceston at Evandale at 4.30pm, Under 12s v Launceston at Evandale at 5.35pm.

Sunday June 23rd

Under 14 Girls v Deloraine at Deloraine at 10.55am, Under 14 Boys v South Launceston at Youngtown at 2.35pm, Under 16 Boys v Launceston at Windsor Park at 10.00am. (Check Play HQ/Facebook/group chats for any changes).

Thrilling TNL viewing for young netballers

YOUNG NETBALLERS from Winnaleah travelled to Launceston’s Silverdome last weekend to witness a thrilling Tasmanian Netball League clash between northern rivals Cavaliers and Northern Hawks.

President Jan Rainbow said it was a wonderful opportunity for the under 12 and under 16 players, some of whom had never seen a state game.

They witnessed a 1-point thriller

won by the top-of-the-table Hawks and got to meet some of the players including the Cav’s Scottsdale connection Shannae Heazlewood and the Hawks’ Lydia Coote.

“They got autographs and absolutely loved it,” Rainbow said.

The Hawks were without their 100-game superstar veteran Tessa Coote, who was at an Australian Mixed Netball Selection Camp – the team for which is yet to be announced.

• Some Winnaleah under 12 and under 16 players got to meet some of the Northern Hawks.

• Jacob Singline runs through the banner in his milestone game.

• Scottsdale President David Mullins with Amelia Carter, who has been chosen in the State U15 team and was given a $200 donation from the Scottsdale Football Club.

(19)

Best: R Probert, J Farrell, H Burr, L Saunders, X Clifford, C Hall

C Binns, B Atkins. Under 18s St Patricks 14.10 (94) d Scottsdale

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Best: C Fulton, R Galloway, C Lancaster, K Norman, J Farrell, H Auton.

• Winnaleah Netball Club members were excited to watch Cavaliers player Shannae Heazlewood in action at the Silverdome.

Magpies on the march

NORTH LAUNCESTON disrespected Scottsdale Football Club and its NTFA Premier League counterparts and the gloves are off in the fight for future premiership glory.

That’s the very clear message from Mapgies’ Patron Peter Gutwein, who is leading the charge for the club to return to dominance, with a recruitment campaign promoting attractive work and lifestyle opportunities in the region.

“Everyone at the club is dedicated to it being successful at the current time and I think everybody understands that in stepping up we need to look at personnel right through the club and have the necessary people in place to build us into the future,” Gutwein said.

He was joined by former SFC playing legends yesterday to throw down the gauntlet at critics who say the Magpies shouldn’t be in the top tier next year.

“Unlike North Launceston, who were prepared to give up and pack up (in recess), Scottsdale is going to accept the challenge and we will build a team that can beat North Launceston,” he said.

“We are coming for you.

“At the end of the day recent actions by North Launceston threatening to go into recess in protest is disrespectful, not only to Scottsdale but all the other clubs playing in the NTFA Premier League.”

Scottsdale met the AFL criteria with a junior program, women’s, under 18, reserves and seniors to be selected in

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the new top tier along with Deloraine, Longford, South Launceston, Launceston and the Bombers.

The former Premier said the club can “absolutely” compete at the highest level.

“The club understands there is a lot of work to be done and the one thing we bring to the table is culture and tradition – we know how to win, we like it and we will get there again,” he said.

“We know that there will be challenges and we will need an increase in fitness across the board.

“We are rebuilding and aim to not only be successful but to absolutely win a premiership in three to five years

“We are embarking upon a recruitment

campaign not just for the playing opportunities but the job and the lifestyle opportunities to come and play in the highest level competition in Northern Tasmania and play with one of Tasmania’s most successful clubs ever.”

Former club legends Danny Hall, Greg Lethborg, Stephen Nichols, Peter Roozendaal and Les Lette stood by Gutwein’s side yesterday to welcome in a new era for the club.

“We were a force to be reckoned with once we got that winning feeling and every time we won we got hungrier and people couldn’t stop us,” Hall said

“We had some fun.”

They’re confident of more fun into the future.

• Scottsdale Patron Peter Gutwein has the gloves off in the fight for the club’s future. Pictured with players (left) Will Moore, Bridget Moore, Lochie Bowerman, Deagan Young, Coach Joel Hayes, Joe Krushka, Abby Samec and Mila Hayes.