• Blue Derby trail builders Angus McLarty and Pete Coleborn
for a new trail being built to mark 10 years
New trail dropping for Derby decade Lyric owner called to action
BY RACHEL WILLIAMS
SCOTTSDALE’S ICONIC Lyric Theatre will go up for sale in August with its owner hopeful someone can restore it.
Terence Walder confirmed this week that he would list the property for sale, with a price tag of over $425,000.
Mr Walder said he would fix the damaged entry doors this week after receiving an order from Dorset Council to take action on safety grounds.
Council Director of Community and Development Rohan Willis confirmed the council had requested action on the doors, which have smashed windows and a collapsing frame.
The King St façade was first damaged
during inclement weather in May, when Council officers took emergency action to temporarily re-erect the entrance.
“Council has since commenced compliance proceedings with the owner to undertake necessary repairs to the premises and to ensure these measures comply with any requirements of the Tasmanian Heritage Council, noting the building’s heritage status,” Mr Willis said.
Mr Walder said he would respond to the request and had been in contact with the THC.
In the long-term, the Evandale-based owner said he was hopeful someone would be able to achieve a restoration vision that he could not.
“I had visions, but they fell through
with the banks and getting funding,” Mr Walder said.
“I am keen to see someone buy it and restore it and bring it back to its former glory.”
That vision is shared by many in the community, including one Scottsdale resident who has tried to purchase it in the past.
The woman, who wants to remain anonymous, said she had tried to buy it when it was last for sale two years ago and she would again put in a bid.
“It is a piece of real estate that is falling into disrepair and I want to see somebody do something with it,” she said.
“It will be a romantic investment not a wise one as it will require a lot of money
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to be spent on it, but I want to get it over the line and I think the only viable option is for someone local to buy it because they would have a vested interest in making it beautiful again for our community.”
A revitalisation would be the perfect last chapter for a new book on the rise and fall of the icon by passionate history writer Ally Mercer.
In conjunction with the Dorset Tasmania History Society, she is about to commence writing the history of the Lyric so that its importance to the region is not lost
“To many in the community the Lyric Theatre holds special memories,” she said.
“The building itself was the most T CONTINUES ON PAGE 3.
with Blue Derby Foundation chairman Chris Cafe (centre) at Black Stump which will be the access point
of MTB action at Blue Derby. T SEE PAGE 4 FOR FULL STORY.
WE SERVE
10 Years Ago – July 30, 2014
Student makes Tas Team
Ringarooma Primary School student Macenzie Kerrison was selected in the Tasmanian team to compete in the 2014 Australian Cross Country Championships to be held in Western Australia during August. This was the third consecutive year that Macenzie, aged 12, had been selected in the Tasmanian team to compete in the national championships. In 2012 she competed in South Australia at Oakbank and the year before the event was held in Tasmania at Symmons Plains. The 2014 event will be held in Albany, 420km south of Perth in Western Australia, with the individual events at Great Southern Grammar and the team events at Albany Racecourse.
20 Years Ago – August 4, 2004
Sporting cancellations
Sporting organisations in the North-East were forced to cancel events as visiting teams refused to come to Scottsdale to participate in matches because of the meningococcal outbreak. Basketball and hockey teams were banned from playing in Launceston because of the perceived risks involved, and the Longford Junior Football Club refused to play Scottsdale, and Burnie junior netballers have pulled out of a carnival planned for the same reason. One parent said such ill-informed decisions that could not be supported by any scientific or medical evidence, were discriminating against young people in the North- East who wanted to play sport.
40 Years Ago – July 26, 1984
Local Youth in Aus Team
A Nabowla youth was the only Tasmanian selected in the Australian under 18 athletic team to compete in South-East Asia. Craig Watson who was 17 at the time competed in shot put, dicuss, hammer and javelin events at meetings in Korea, Shanghai and Taiwan during August/September. Craig was a member of the Tamar Athletic Club and was coached by Bull Larsen for the field events. He first became interested in athletics at the Scottsdale High School where he broke records at the inter high sports carnival. In the last year Craig broke 20 state records, mainly in shot put which was his most successful event.
USEFUL NUMBERS
All Emergency Services (fire, police, ambulance) 000 North Eastern Soldiers Memorial Hospital 6778 8522 Tasmanian Police – non urgent 131 444 Parks and Wildlife Scottsdale Field Centre 6352 6421
RAIL REMINISCING
I refer to the report on the proposed Rail Trail (Wednesday, July 24), particularly the closing sentence - ‘The railway has not been in use for passenger
trains since 1978’. Although not running a regular service for many years, ‘special’ trains were run after this date.
I well remember one excursion, in1993 or 1994, when my son and I travelled in
a rail car from Scottsdale to Launceston. I am sure other residents would be able recall similar popular excursions in this period.
Trevor Priestley, Bridport
Council responds to Board of Inquiry report
DORSET COUNCIL has responded to the confidential report by the Board of Inquiry into allegations of systematic and widespread statutory non-compliance and failings of good governance at Dorset Council.
Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw considered the report provided to Council by the Minister for Local Government on July 4, at a Closed Session Special Meeting of Council on Thursday, July 25.
The Commissioner said Council was
grateful that the Minister extended the period for comment by seven days, due to the unavailability of key people during the initial 14-day period.
“The Council has formally received and noted the report. Over the last 21 days a submission relating to the findings and recommendations was prepared in collaboration with our legal advisor and provided to the Minister.
“Council will not be making any further comment in relation to the Board of Inquiry Report to its submission
until such time as the Minister makes a decision and provides a response in accordance with s225(2) of the Local Government Act 1993.”
Local Government Minister Nic Street confirmed that he had received the last of the submissions.
“I will consider the submissions and then determine what actions to take,” he said.
It is understood the Solicitor General will again be involved in the response process.
The growth of local tennis
HISTORY REMEMBERED
THE INVENTION of the lawn mower in Britain in 1830 is thought to have been the catalyst for the development of greens and ovals, leading to the emergence of newly organised sports. The world’s first tennis club was formed in England in 1872. The Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, held since 1877.
In 1886 the Daily Telegraph newspaper, reporting on the district of Upper Ringarooma (the current Ringarooma) noted that ‘Lawn tennis and cricket are to have their innings this summer’. In 1891 the Launceston Examiner reported that in Scottsdale the Bowling Club had recently amalgamated with the Tennis Club, and that the West Scottsdale club (comprised of Holmes and Ladbury family members) had played a game against the Scottsdale club. By 1913 there was one tennis club in Scottsdale, but the popularity of the sport brought about the creation of the Central Tennis Club, which laid down new double courts in the Recreation Ground, and the Methodist Church
Tennis Club which planned to put down a new asphalt court.
In 1902 there was a tennis match between the Brothers’ Home and the Derby tennis clubs. The Derby tennis court was originally gravel, but was asphalted in 1903, to the satisfaction of the players, though they did describe it as ‘not perfect’. In 1910 the Derby Tennis Club had 82 members, and in 1924 it was reported that the tennis court at Derby was ‘crowded practically every night’.
In 1925 a tennis court was opened at Branxholm, and a new club formed to organise play.
Ringarooma had a tennis club before 1909. In 1913 there was a meeting at Springfield which agreed to progress the tennis club into an association, and to put up new wire netting, cut the ferns and tar the courts. Pioneer had an early tennis club, as did Nabowla. Legerwood built a tennis court in 1920, Winnaleah formed a tennis club in the same year, Bridport had a tennis club by the 1920s, the Ringarooma Tennis Club was reformed in 1932, and a new tennis court was opened in Gladstone in 1947 Sadly, local tennis is not what it was.
While a number of the older tennis courts, or their original sites, are still visible, the courts are no longer used for tennis play. Organised competitions and matches between local towns no longer occur. It is not a local issue, rather it is one repeated across Tasmania and the country. Life has moved on.
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. The Society is recording and archiving Dorset’s local historical information and can be contacted via their Facebook page.
NORTH EASTERN EVENTS CALENDAR
2024
August 3
• Bridport Village Market Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm
August 4
• Tassie Scallop Fiesta Bridport, 10:00am - 4:00pm Tractor Show and Shine Scottsdale, 10:00am - 3:00pm
August 17
• RSL presents DJ Jack Scottsdale, from 7:00pm
August 30
• Scottsdale Senior Social Club, Northbourne Hall, from 1:30pm
August 30 – September 1
• Flinders Island Running Festival Flinders Island
September 7
• Bridport Village Market Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm
September 13-15
• NETAC Golden Anniversary Scottsdale Mechanics’ Institute Hall
September 19
• Lions Club of Bridport Charity Golf Day Barnbougle Dunes, tee off 8:00am
September 27
• Scottsdale Senior Social Club, Northbourne Hall, from 1:30pm
October 5
• Bridport Village Market Bridport, 9:30am – 1:00pm
October 8
• Garden Walk, Scottsdale Bowls Club
RSL Scottsdale, from 9:30am
October 12
• Winnaleah Football Club Reunion
Winnaleah Hotel, 5:00pm
REGULAR EVENTS: Every Monday • Bridport Community Men’s Shed Bridport, 10:00am – 1:00pm • 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 • Scottsdale Men’s Shed, Scottsdale, 9:00am – 2:30pm Second Monday Each Month • Dorset Garden Club Scottsdale Uniting Church Meeting Room 2:00pm Every Tuesday • Bingo, Scottsdale RSL, from 7:00pm • Scottsdale Choir, Scottsdale Uniting Church Meeting Room, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Every Wednesday • Bridport Community Men’s Shed Bridport, 10:00am – 1:00pm • Scottsdale Men’s Shed Scottsdale, 9:00am – 2:30pm Fourth Wednesday Each Month • Probus Club of Scottsdale, Northbourne, 9:45am Every Thursday • Free morning tea drop in centre, Scottsdale Uniting Church 10:00am – 1:00pm Every Friday
• Hazel McGilp at the Bridport tennis court c1925.
Lilydale lavender history noted
THE ORIGINAL Bridestowe Lavender Farm at North Lilydale has been provisionally listed on the Tasmanian Heritage Register for its historic cultural heritage significance.
The site, at 29 Browns Rd, was home to the first lavender farm in Australia. It was developed by the migrant Denny family in 1922.
The provisional listing said the buildings remaining on the property stand as a demonstration of the confidence its founders had in the economic future of Australia and an example of the new industries brought to Tasmania from Europe following World War I.
Areas of interest include the farm infrastructure, stock room, distillery, drying room, machinery shed and visitor infrastructure.
“The remaining outbuildings are
representative of the ambitious nature and technical innovation of the family who settled here in the early 1920s,” the heritage report said.
“These timber buildings have endured the test of time and retain elements which assist in demonstrating the technology and processes undertaken here, some for the first time in Australia, and others leading the world in modernising and improving the production and quality of lavender and other essential oils.”
The report said the buildings are all located within 115m of the roadside, while gateposts and a plinth remain on the adjoining title to the east, which “appear to be the last remaining structures relating to the direct farm sales and tourist venture on the site, significant as one of the earliest known examples of agri-tourism in Australia”.
Current Bridestowe Estate owner Robert Ravens said the farm was moved to its existing location at Nabowla in 1947 to escape harsh frosts and improve consistency and quality of the lavender.
Mr Ravens paid tribute to the Denny family, saying they were full of brilliance and the remains were an integral part of the State’s history.
“We are delighted to see it listed and have always said it should be and regrettably it didn’t occur earlier,” Mr Ravens said.
Bridestowe in its current location is now the largest lavender producer in the
Lyric owner called to action
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modern of its time back 100 years ago. Now, it is a shell of its former self and its heyday has passed. From its days of weekly films, fantastic dances, debutante balls and locally produced plays, the Lyric was such an important building to our region.
“I need help from our community who
have memories of the Lyric so that the full story of the building can be told.
“If anyone has photos or memorabilia, including programmes or tickets, that would be great too.”
Her research is starting with gathering stories and asking for access to any memorabilia to help prepare the history.
An information session is being held at the Mechanics’ Hall this Friday, August 2, from 10am until 2pm.
“I would love to see everyone come along and reminisce,” she said.
• Ally Mercer will be writing a history of the Lyric Theatre with hopes the final chapter will be a revitalisation and reactivation of the iconic building.
southern hemisphere.
Details of the listing are available via the Tasmanian Heritage Council and anyone can make a submission or objection within 60 days from Saturday’s notice of provisional listing.
Fiesta fun afoot
ABOUT 100 people helped launch the fringe events for the Tassie Scallop Fiesta at the Mariners Muse story telling session.
The evening, held at the Bridport Football Club rooms, heard a variety of stories of the life and times of four speakers with a maritime theme.
However, the fringe unofficially kicked off the night before with a special trivia night at the Bridport Hotel, with the pub overrun by pirates, sailors, captains, sea queens and even a shark that had eaten a woman wearing a seagull hat.
The events signalled the start of
some winter fun in the village by the sea.
The regular CWA market on Saturday, August 3, will combine with a special produce showcase in marquees on the Village Green.
As the market stalls start packing up, a host of free family fun will take over the village green and foreshore.
A clinic and performance by the Taiko drummers from Launceston will set things off on a strong beat, before a demonstration of kite making and flying will be taken by members of Kites Tasmania and nearer the beach, Mermaid Kaz will
appear from storytelling activities, followed by a community sing-along around the campfire near the surf club.
All of Saturday’s activities are free and designed for family participation.
The Fiesta with its spread of activities and attractions runs from 10 am till 4 pm on Sunday, August 4.
General entry tickets and even some of the value-added attractions, like beverage master classes and chef demonstrations, are still available but only online via the tassiescallopfiesta.com.au website.
• Scallop queen Caroline Joyce checks some trivia with diver Sue Barnett before the Scallop Fiesta fringe.
• The old gates to the orignal Bridestowe Lavender Farm at North Lilydale which is set to be Heritage listed.
New trail to mark 10 years at Derby
A UNIQUE
hand cut trail will be built for the ten-year anniversary of Blue Derby after the global mountain biking destination won a $125,000 trail building grant from global component brand Shimano.
Blue Derby Foundation chair Chris Cafe said the 1.37km trail would be challenging, sustainable and fun in equal parts, delivering a ride experience completely different to a machine forged trail.
It will be an intermediate design using a “Blended Earth” formula, allowing users to embrace Derby’s unique terrain and forest with a slim construction style that is challenging yet minimalistic.
Mr Cafe said the new slimline build
would add extra feel to the wide range of trail options available in the region.
It will be situated next door to popular descent trail Flickity Sticks and be accessed via shuttles from Black Stump or the existing climbing track.
“This is the next stage in the evolution of Derby and its trail network,” he said.
Local trail builders will construct the new trail, set to be opened as part of the town’s 10-year trail anniversary in April 2025.
BDF secured the project through an application to Shimano’s new Trail Born initiative, which aims to increase and sustain mountain bike trails and trail access around the world.
Shimano Marketing Manager Toby
Shingleton said Derby was the first global announcement in the unprecedented funding stream.
“Shimano will deliver industry support through the donation of ten million US dollars over the next decade across the world,” he said
“Building and maintaining great trails is really expensive. Costs typically range from $15,000 to $80,000 per kilometre, which includes everything from permitting and impact studies to tools, materials, and labour.
“But Shimano believes the return on investment is priceless.”
As part of the funding announcement, Shimano also committed to a maintenance fund worth $10,000 a year for three years.
Infrastructure role available after Director departure
DORSET COUNCIL is on the hunt for a new Director of Infrastructure after Michael Buckley finished up last week, just eight months into his tenure.
Mr Buckley said he had enjoyed his time in the area but was relocating to warmer climates in Queensland for family reasons.
His last day was Thursday, July 25. At last Monday’s Council meeting, Council Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw recognised Mr Buckley’s efforts in the role.
“While you have been here a short while you have left a mark,” he said.
Council has advertised to fill the vacant role.
Meanwhile, General Manager John Marik will temporarily fill the Dorset Municipal Emergency Management Coordinator role left vacant by Mr Buckley.
Digging deeper into new budget
LESS THAN a month into the new financial year, Dorset Council has approved variations to its budget.
A new excavator will be purchased for use at Blue Derby to save on hiring costs for the machinery into the future.
Dorset Council Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw agreed to a recommendation by Corporate Services Acting Director, Lauren Tolputt, at last Monday’s Council meeting. He approved the spending of $54,000 for the excavator and attachments for use on
mountain bike trail maintenance.
Ms Tolputt said officers had assessed the cost of continuing to dry hire or use contractors versus purchasing the required plant outright. She said it was expected to result in
savings to Council long term.
Commissioner Wardlaw also approved a variation of an additional $23,000 for preparation work required for a software upgrade, as the organisation moves to cloud-based software.
Stagoll’s service to municipality praised
COLIN STAGOLL has retired from Dorset Council after 35 years of service
Starting with the Dorset Council at the age of 32, there isn't a road in Dorset that he hasn't travelled, said Daniel Smythe, Council’s Civil Works Supervisor –Infrastructure..
“His knowledge of where to dump materials, find water sources, and his familiarity with every nook and cranny of our municipality is simply unmatched,” Mr Smyth said.
“He's not just our go-to guy for roads; he's the one who knows where every danger lurks when the diggers start working.
“Colin's love for his truck is legendary. It's not just a vehicle to him; it's his trusted companion on every journey through our roads and beyond. His expertise behind
the wheel and his knack for finding the best routes have saved us countless headaches and caused some as well over the years.
“And let's not forget Colin's remarkable ability to know everyone's UHF channel and almost every ratepayer's name. His connections with the community run deep, and his dedication to serving everyone with respect and kindness has made a lasting impact.”
Mr Smythe said Mr Stagoll’s dedication and resilience had been an inspiration
“Despite facing challenges that might have led others to leave, you stuck it out and showed us the true meaning of commitment. Personally, I've learned a great deal from you, and I know I'll be calling on you for advice even in your retirement.”
• Colin Stagoll with Dorset Council General Manager John Marik acknowledging his service.
Service recognised at Branxholm
Bright Dorset finds treasure
A SCAVENGER hunt was held on behalf of the Bright Dorset Out and About program during the school holidays.
Dorset House spokesperson Ray Keefe said the program aims to give youth an opportunity to connect with others and build lasting relationships and the day was a great success.
“We had kids from all over the community, they all worked together to solve the riddles which would lead them to their next
location,” Mr Keefe said.
“We visited the new Community Garden, Anzac Park, the RSL museum, the CFS fire station, the Post Office, the Big Thumbs Up and the local State Library.
“Once all the clues were found, we headed back to the Dorset Community House to piece together all the clues from the scavenger hunt which came in the way of a jigsaw puzzle. Then it was a hot cooked lunch and a competition on Mario Cart.”
BRANXHOLM FIRE Brigade held its election and award evening on July 23, with a number of officers receiving recognition.
Deputy Regional Chief Steven Richardson, Acting District Officer Ben Wilson and Acting North-East Field Officer Watene Kuka attended from Launceston for the official duties. Bob Barrett, the Dorset Group officer, also attended from Scottsdale.
John Cresswell accepted a 20 year Service Medal and National Medal for over 25 years’ service to Tasmania Fire Service.
Lloyd Haywood accepted a 20 year service award while 10 year service awards were
presented to Karen Haywood and Marcus Haywood.
Five year service awards were presented to Shaun Keachie and Simone Haywood.
“Officers and the Branxholm Brigade congratulated John on his service because 24/7 he’s been on call for 25 years,” Karen Haywood said.
“His family attended the award night as a surprise, where the brigade thanked his wife Jenni, who has supported him over the years.”
Lloyd Haywood remains chief of the brigade.
and Acting District Officer North East Ben Wilson.
Tractors set to shine
FROM OLD classics to the latest and greatest, tractors of all shapes and sizes will take centre stage at the Scottsdale Recreation Ground on Sunday with more than $2500 worth of prizes up for grabs for exhibitors.
The Rotary Club of Scottsdale’s Show and Shine will start at 10am, with entries taken right up until the day of the event. There is an early bird entry prize valued at over $250 for exhibitors who email entries to tastractorshowandshine@outlook.com before midnight, July 31.
An adult raffle has prizes totalling over $1400 while a kid’s raffle will see a pedal tractor and trailer head to a new home. Two pedal tractors for the kids are also on offer as lucky gate prizes.
Food vans, coffee, face painting and stalls will also be on offer on the day. Entry via gold coin donation.
• Ada Johnson, 15, Adan Hayes 15, and Jodie Lade at front with Jax Johnson 13, and Jack Hall, 12 at back.
• Marking milestones at Branxholm Fire Brigade were Lloyd Haywood, John Cresswell, Karen Haywood, Shaun Keachie
May Shaw Christmas in July
WHILE THE Grinch may have been in attendance, it didn’t stop the Christmas spirit at May Shaw’s Christmas in July event last Friday, raising $2500 for residents.
Around 60 people attended the event held at Scottsdale Football Club, with entertainment from Tori Rattray and a feast of festive treats.
The event was deemed such a success it will be held again next year.
New health hub and transport service for Dorset
A NEW Scottsdale Health and Wellbeing Hub has opened and a community transport bus is on the way as Better Health 4 Dorset continues its work to improve outcomes for the community.
Community Engagement Worker Bec Smith said the hub was identified as necessary through kitchen table conversations and the formation of the BH4D Action Plan.
The Hub aims to provide a physical space that people can visit to find information and advice about services that can support their Health and Wellbeing needs.
Other services will have an accessible space to use at the King St premises.
“The Hub will reduce barriers to accessing health and wellbeing services by connecting individuals with the information, supports or services they need,” Ms Smith said.
“We will advocate for and attract service providers to the region by providing a local connection point and coordination to ensure the services are able to operate within the region in a way that meets community need.
“And it will offer a safe, friendly, and inclusive space where individuals can see someone who will listen and support them with their needs, reduce barriers relating to cost, long wait periods, travel or referral requirements.”
Community members are able to pop into the Hub to talk with Bec to discuss their needs.
Meanwhile, Health Consumers Tas (HCT), through Better Health 4 Dorset (BH4D), and Community Transport Services Tasmania (CTST) have partnered to provide a new
transport service.
The Dorset Connector will start operating on Tuesday, August 6, with a celebratory sausage sizzle and information session for the public on Thursday, August 8 from midday.
The safe, well-governed and reliable transport solution will be cost effective for passengers requiring transportation to medical appointments, shopping, and community events.
The service aims to address gaps in current transport services and enabling individuals to remain living independently in their homes and actively participate in the Dorset community.
The Dorset Connector will seat up to 11 people and is available for all Dorset residents. It will travel within the municipality and to Launceston.
Importantly, it includes access for individuals who do not qualify for transportation services under the current Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and Home and Community Care (HACC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) or other available funded programs.
“Community consultation forums were an important part of the design process for this new service”, says CTST CEO Lyndon Stevenson.
“Dorset Connector is a direct response to what the local community said they needed and we appreciate their input”.
Dorset Connector runs each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and bookings can be made through CTST by calling 1800 781 033.
Better Health 4 Dorset has a brand new location!
Visit our Health & Wellbeing Hub at 21 King Street, Scottsdale
Monday – Thursday 9.00am – 5.00pm.
ADVERTORIAL
• Bec Smith outside Better Health 4 Dorset's new hub on King Street.
• Bill Costin, Glenda Mountney, Pamela Stevenson and CEO Fiona Onslow-Agnew.
• Chloe Read and Mr Grinch.
• Mandy McKay, Asha Kumar and Usha Thapa.
• Leonie Chilcott, Mr Grinch and Samuel Chilcott.
• Phoebe Breadmore and Michelle Parry.
• Rachel Bowen, Kali James, Mr Grinch, Mandy Wilson, Alana James and Usha Thapa.
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.
HAYES, Wayne Maxwell
12.10.1948 – 25.07.2024
Loved and loving eldest son of the late Max and Phyllis (Torch), and stepson of Ernie Groves.
Beloved brother and brotherin-law of Gary (dec) and Jill, Dale and Lou.
Respected friend of Joanne.
Dearly loved Uncle of all his nieces, nephews and their families.
The family and friends of the late Wayne Hayes are respectfully invited to attend a Service in Celebration of his Life, which will be held in the Chapel of Parkside Funerals, 254 East Cam Rd, Burnie, on FRIDAY, August 2, 2024, commencing at 11am.
Private cremation will take place at Parkside Gardens Crematorium. We invite you to view the service via live stream, please go to parksidefunerals.com.au
18.5.1930 – 20.7.2024
Loved wife of Bill (dec). Loving mother of Vic (dec), Graeme, Lindsay, Shirley, Rod and their families.
Loved grandmother to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
CARINS FENCING
Coaches wanted - Under 9s - Under 10s - Under 11 Girls - Under 12s - Under 14s - Under 14 Girls - Under 16s - Under 17 Girls
Applicants need to provide a resume to: Coach Application, scottsdalefc@bigpond.com Applications close Tuesday August 20th
dorset COUNCIL
Please be advised, effective immediately, that scavenging on the above waste transfer sites has been banned. This is due to workplace health and safety and licensing issues. Items of value can still be purchased through the Last Chance Shop at the Scottsdale and Branxholm Waste Transfer Stations.
John Marik General Manager SCOTTSDALE
Pythons strangle Sloths
HOCKEY REPORT
BY LAURA HILL
A COLD start as Rovers and Devils took to the field. Rovers worked to put the pressure on early with Aaron and Zavier Ritson along with Faye Smith working well together to move the ball around their opponents.
Ritson got an opportunity to score putting Rovers on the board. Devils’ Adam Fisher and Kayden Carins were busy in midfield applying pressure.
Half time Rovers had the lead 2-0. Early in the second half David Galloway got the opportunity to score for Devils and his accurate shot found its mark.
Jemma Artis came out of her usual place in defence to help move the ball up the field working with her team the Devils to play an attacking second half.
Lester Carins and Kylie Blackwell worked
hard in Rovers’ defence to stop multiple attempts. Galloway found his mark again for Devils. The game ended in a 2-2 draw, with many close attempts by both teams.
Pythons started off strong as they played Sloths in the second game, scoring within the first few minutes of the game. Pythons followed it up with Emily Hall working hard in midfield managing to bring the ball down and score her first hockey goal.
Sloths’ Damien Wilson worked hard getting around the Pythons to score Sloths’ first goal. Half time saw Pythons ahead 4-2.
Kerry Kershaw and Jake Graham Probert worked to hold the Pythons out of Sloths’ backline. Consistent cold rain in second half made for trying playing conditions, but both teams played hard.
Pythons’ Narelle Genge played a solid attacking game scoring multiple times.
Taree Mather made her debut for Sloths being
well placed to receive passes and be involved in contests for the ball. Final score Pythons won 7-3.
RESULTS
Rovers 2 Draw Devils 2
Best: Rovers: Aaron Ritson, Zavier Ritson, Faye Smith. Devils: Kayden Carins, Tiah Simmons, Jemma Artis.
Goals: Rovers: Zavier Ritson 1, Aaron
Scottsdale under 14 girls keep on winning
SCOTTSDALE’S UNDER 14 girls defied freezing weather and a swirling breeze to defeat East Coast at home on Sunday by 29 points
In a solid all-round performance, Ruby Mountney was very good as were Caitlyn Davis, Matilda Cassidy and Rhianna Lette. Abby Samec booted two goals for her team.
The Under 16 boys had to play away in the evening but proved far too good for North Launceston, winning by 10 goals. Deagen Young backed up from a game on Saturday to lead the way alongside Maverick Wood, Alex Abraham and Lochlan Bowerman.
The Under 12 boys were far from disgraced against the highly rated South Launceston Red team, but just lacked the polish in front of goals. Tom Carter, Ollie Gerke and Ethan Morice were among their better players.
The Under 14 boys met top team East Coast and struggled in the very wintry
SCOTTSDALE GOLF
MEN’S FOURSOMES CHAMPIONSHIPS ROUND 2
Day’s Event Foursomes Winners - Shaun Krushka & Tas Mundy 74 1/2 nett. Runners upCameron Dobson & Craig Styles 81 1/2 nett Longest Putt - Cameron Dobson. Foursomes Champions 2024 - Shaun Krushka & Tas Mundy 158 Gross. B Grade Winners - John Wood &
conditions. Noah Hay continued his fine form, and he was well supported by Declan Knight, James Coxen and Luke Reid.
SCORES
Under 12s
South L'ton 8.4 (52) d Scottsdale 1.1 (7)
Goals: Tom Carter.
Best: Tom Carter, Ollie Gerke, Ethan Morice, Harry Moore, Archie Fish, Hayden Stafford.
Under 14 girls
Scottsdale 6.6 (42) d East Coast 2.1 (13)
Goals: Abby Samec 2, Matilda Cassidy, Ruby Mountney, Mackenzie Heazlewood, Pacey Nichols.
Best: Ruby Mountney, Caitlyn Davis, Matilda Cassidy, Rhianna Lette, Ella Bayles, Abby Samec.
Under 14 Boys
East Coast 8.10 (58) d Scottsdale 1.2 (8)
Goals: Taylor Heazlewood.
Best: Noah Hay, Declan Knight, James
Jock Ferguson 192 Gross. B Grade Runners Up - Graeme Booth & Kevin Smith 198 Gross. July 23: Winner: Darrell Wells 35 points. R/Up: David Knight 31 points. Longest Putt: Jock Ferguson. Gobblers: Darrell Wells, Craig Styles, David Knight.
RINGAROOMA GOLF CLUB 2 PERSON AMBROSE
Winner: T Bowen & S Bond - 60.25. 2nd - M & H Summers - 63 cb. 3rd - L & R McDougall - 63.
Coxen, Luke Reid, Tom Moore, Taylor Heazlewood
Under 16 Boys Scottsdale 10.12 (72) d North Launceston 1.6 (12)
Goals: Jackson Murphy 3, Deagen Young 2, Lochlan Bowerman 2, Jack Burke, Jesse Wallner, Lachlan Popowski.
Best: Deagen Young, Maverick Wood, Alex Abraham, Lochaln Bowerman, Haydan Auton, Andy Heazlewood.
NEXT WEEK’S GAMES Friday, August 2 - Under 16s v East Launceston 5:00pm at Scottsdale, Under 14s v George Town 6:15pm at George Town. Sunday, August 4
Under 9s v Longford at Invermay Park 12:30pm. Under 10 v Deloraine at Invermay Park 11:30am. Under 11 Girls v Deloraine at Invermay Park 11:30am. Under 12s v Tamar at Longford 10:50am. Under 14 girls v Longford at Longford 12:50pm.
4th - N Sutton & C Fennell - 64.25. NTP 5/ 14: M Summers. 7/16: N Sutton. 9/18: Jock Ferguson. MORINNA GOLF CLUB
STABLEFORD
Rod Nichols 38, monthly medal winner Jon Balfe 35. Anders Loren & Ron Apted 34 NTP 4/13 Rod Nichols. L/P 9/18 Jon Balfe. BRIDPORT GOLF CLUB
STABLEFORD
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Women: Trish Nichol 28m, Mandy Hall 27 Men: Darren Nichol 37, Glenn Baker 33, Damien Hyland 31. Bridport Golfers Lounge NTP 6/15: Nick Hayes. Longest Putt O/Field 3/12: Nick Hayes. Friday Flappers: Nick Hayes 18.
NORTH EASTERN LADIES DARTS JULY 23 PRELIM FINAL Warriors def Rebels 5/1.
Authorised by Cecily Rosol, Parliament House Hobart, TAS, 7000.
Ritson 1. Devils: David Galloway 2. Pythons 7 d Sloths. Best: Pythons: Emily Cox, Jayden Knight, Lisa Williams. Sloths: Damien Wilson, Kerry Kershaw, Jake Graham Probert. Goals: Pythons: Lisa Williams 3, Emily Hall 2, Narelle Genge 2. Sloths: Zane Smith 2, Damien Wilson 1.
• Zavier Ritson clears the ball as Kayden Carins come in for the tackle.
Madden Wood breaking clear of her East Coast opponent.
Oh so close for Magpies!
BY PETER FISH
THE PRIMARY victory for the season was there for the taking at George Town on Saturday, but the Magpies fell just short and went down by a goal.
They led at every change but when the siren went, the scoreboard told a different story.
It was a scrappy match with few highlights. Coach Joel Hayes was battling the flu and could barely speak but played nevertheless, showing plenty of courage as usual, while Julian Rattray went forward and made a positive impact.
The club’s lack of depth has been exposed throughout the season, and when key player Kyle Lanham went down in the third term with what looked like a serious leg injury it left a gaping hole that couldn’t be filled.
The players were shattered after the match knowing that they had come so close to winning their first game, and assistant coach Troy Milne pointed out that George Town had put plenty of players back in the final term, but the team had been too slow to react to that move.
Once again the players’ commitment could not be questioned and a home game next week against Deloraine is definitely a winnable match. But as Milne said after Saturday’s game, the players must train harder this week and be smarter on match day.
Tuffin had another good game in the ruck and Deagen Young showed once again that he is ready to play at the top level. Bryton Mullins spent more time on the ball and was very good early while Warrick Hall is another young player with a big future.
The women’s team faced Bridgenorth without both Ruby Hall and Taia Lette who were away on State duties. The girls failed to score in the first half against the top team but did limit the damage thereafter.
Brianna Doohan played well on her return and Emily McCarthy relished playing against her former team.
The reserves were competitive with the famous fossil Denham Hall booting the team’s first four goals. He finished with five and despite the wishes of assistant coach he made the best players’ list together with Hayden Burr, Sam Tomkinson, Liam Saunders and Jordan Harper who are all a generation younger than their veteran full forward.
The Under 18s had the worst of the weather at George Town and were not disgraced, losing by 27 points. Noah Auton was active all day as were the Cresswell brothers, and Calum Lancaster.
Next week it’s a four game day at Scottsdale. The Under 18s start the day at 9.00am against Deloraine, followed by the girls v Old Scotch at 10.55am, the reserves against Deloraine at 12.30pm and the
seniors at 2.30pm.
It’s a big weekend for the club. The auction, the club’s major fundraising function is on Friday night, while the club will host a barbecue for cattle club members during Saturday.
RESULTS
Senior Men
George Town 8.10 (58) d Scottsdale 8.4 (52)
Goal: K Lanham 2, W Burr 2, W Monson, R Monson, G Davies, B Whish-Wilson.
Best: J Rattray, B Tuffin, W Hall, D Young, B Mullins, J Hayward, J Hayes.
Senior Women Bridgenorth 7.13 (55) d Scottsdale 0.1 (1)
The President and Board of the Scottsdale Football Club request the pleasure of your company at our
Annual Auction Dinner
Friday 2nd August 6pm for 6.30pm start.
$30 per head – 2 course meal and drinks.
If you would like to purchase a ticket or reserve a table for a party of friends, please contact Candice Walker on 0417 324 210.
Best: B Doohan, E McCarthy, M Rice, A Hall, H Viney, L Juraimi. Reserves
George Town 13.10 (88) d Scottsdale 8.10 (58)
Goals: D Hall 5, L Saunders, R Probert, J Mullins.
Best: H Burr, S Tomkinson, L Saunders, J Harper, D Hall
B Brown.
Under 18s
George Town 5.12 (42) d Scottsdale 2.3 (15)
Goals: N Cresswell.
Best: N Auton, B Cresswell, N Cresswell, C Lancaster, Z Sheehan, J Farrell.
We wish to thank the following businesses and individuals for their kind donations and contribution to this year’s event. In no particular order and subject to change after time of printing.
Eastside Motors
Michael and Carmel Coote
Luke Forsyth Building
Water/House Real Estate
KN Hall
Tas Petroleum
Bridport Golfers Lounge
Stuart Rainbow
Padgetts Pinebark
Winnaleah Hotel
Bridport Distillery
Letterworks
Cellarbrations
– Scottsdale Liquor Market
Sam Knight
Ringarooma Butchery
Country Club Tasmania
– Launceston
Glenn and Dinah Moore
William Moore
Daryl Towns
Grant Lethborg
Moores Farm Fresh
McLennans Butchery
Cabel and Alex Hall
Dobmac Agricultural Machinery
Camerons Accounting
North East Jewellers
D and Me Fashion
North-Eastern Advertiser
Cottage Bakery
ATH Engineering
Good Ride Café
T and D Contract Harvesting
Malcom Atkins Sales and Marketing
Fresh Accounting
IGA Scottsdale
Galloways Pharmacy
Reject Shop Scottsdale
Bridport Landscaping Supplies
Scottsdale RSL Club
Teena Petterwood
Massage Therapy
Grant and Robyn Hall
Teazed Hair
Two Sisters Baked
Hodgetts Surfwear
Serve Ag
Bass Strait Freight
Cutting and Wear Solutions
Bryton Mullins Building
Gaffneys Machinery
Allie Youd
The House Paddock
Nutrien
Harcourts North East
Sam Faulkner Hairdressing
Branxholm Sawmill
Cleone’s Secret Garden
Andrew Burrows Contracting
Bruce and Deanna Scott
Fire Solutions
Summerhill Simmentals
Becks Mitre 10
Stagolls Transport
Auton’s Agricultural
Circular Head Dolomite
Ken Lette
Leigh Jones Transport
Robin and Sandra Gerke
Victor Hall
TTMI
Gladstone Hotel
Heath Rattray
Saputo
Fonterra
Bronte Hall Photography
Branxholm Hotel
Stronach Timber Sales
Tas Stock Feed
Keran Thompson
McDougalls Contracting
McDougalls Fertilisers
Incitec Pivot
Scottsdale Spraying Service
John Williams
Beam Bros
Goodsports Scottsdale
Davies Way
Bridport Hotel
Joe’s Electrical
Lade Plastering
Seascape Café
Brogan’s Books
North East Plumbing
Dana Chorley – Thermomix
Little Rivers Brewery
Scottsdale Pork
Caz Mosaics
Scottsdale Shoe Shop
Lorraine Lea Linen – Cynthia
Summers
Elders Scottsdale
Dale and Craig Lester
Scottsdale Veterinary Service
Looking Great Beauty Salon
Thompson Building
Dorset Flex 24/7
Launceston Sport and Surf
Benny’s Blueberries
Matthew Cassidy
Ag Warehouse
Tim and Phillipa Hall
– Windy Hill
Flowers of Ironstone
Launceston Plumbing and Gas
Dynamic Osteo
Roses Newsagency
Muir Contracting
Suncoast Woodheater
Specialist
Luke Singline
Graeme and Jean Hall
Whifit
North East Glass and Screens
Otta Group
McPherson Chainsaw and Mower Services
Pure Living Soils
MH Water Solutions
• Brad Tuffin clears one out in the Magpie's disappointing loss by four points to George Town.
Grand finale to NENA season
NENA FINALS
BY SARAH FORSYTH
NENA NETBALL finals entered its final week, with Preliminary and Grand Finals held on Wednesday 24 July and Saturday 27 July respectively.
The first game of the Preliminary Final saw Scottsdale Green play Ringarooma in the 12/Under mixed game, with a grand final position on the line. The game saw multiple lead changes, with both teams showing great passages of play. It was Ringarooma in the last quarter who got a break way, taking the win by four.
Next up was the 16/Under mixed game between Scottsdale and Derby. Derby kept with the Scottsdale Green team until half time. It was all one way in the second half, Scottsdale winning by 20.
B-Grade saw Derby play Central Swifts Red. A nervous start for both teams, it was Derby who settled first taking the lead early. Swifts however, were back in the game at half-time and the third quarter saw them take the lead. Derby came back and the fourth quarter was a close one, with both teams having great passages of play, but it was Swifts who managed to retain the lead, winning by five.
A-Grade was between Central Swifts and Derby, with Swifts taking the lead early and never giving it up. Derby did their best to find some spark to bridge the gap, but Swifts were on a mission, winning by 17.
NENA held a junior clinic with about 20 young people participating prior to the grand finals, while 2024 NetSetGo participants received a participation certificate, drink bottle and some goodies from Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw. NetSetGo Coordinator Bridget Waterhouse was recognised for her efforts with this term two program, which saw approximately 30 young people participate over the 10-week period.
Then the grand finals commenced, with 12/Under mixed up first, between Scottsdale Black and Ringarooma. A fantastic display of the junior talent in the North-East, the game was neck and neck in the first half, with both teams finding the goal ring with excellent shooting. The second half saw Scottsdale pull away, with some great passing into the goal circle and defensive pressure. Ringarooma kept with them and were still in with a chance going into the final quarter. Scottsdale however, pulled away and claimed the 2024 premiership. The most valuable player for the game was awarded to Tanner Lette from Scottsdale Black.
Next up was Central Swifts taking on Scottsdale in the 16/Under mixed competition, with steady rain falling it was going to be a scrappy game. Both teams started well, showing why they finished first and second on the ladder,
with Scottsdale taking a slim lead into the first break. Swifts needed to regroup, but Scottsdale adapted to the wet conditions better and pushed ahead. An injury to a key Swifts player gave Scottsdale the opportunity to pull away further and the win was a formality going to the last quarter. Some great displays of skill and agility were on show by Scottsdale, who took the win and premiership by 20. The most valuable player for the game was awarded to Blake Hall from Scottsdale.
C-Grade didn’t have to brave the elements, with the competition finishing a few weeks back. Congratulations to the Bridport Netball Club on an unbeaten season to claim the Premiership. The peer voted players’ player was awarded to Sam Brown from Ringarooma.
B-Grade saw Bridport Blue play Central Swifts Red, with the rain easing a little. The game was tight and with slippery conditions both on court and catching the ball, both teams took a while to adjust. Bridport was accurate in goals and the oncourt pressure was great from both teams, with only a few goals separating them at half-time. Swifts came out firing in the third and took the lead for the first time in the game, but Bridport kept at it and took a slim margin into the final quarter. Swifts threw everything at them in the final quarter, but Bridport steadied and claimed the premiership by five, with Courtney Irwin awarded the game’s most valuable player.
GRAND FINAL RESULTS
12/Under Mixed
Scottsdale Black 31 d Ringarooma 23
Best, Scottsdale Black: Iris Jones, Eleni Natoba, Tanner Lette.
Ringarooma: Mayah Berwick, Ruby Barnes, Bethany Worker.
MVP: Tanner Lette (Scottsdale Black)
16/Under Mixed
Scottsdale 47 d Central Swifts 27
Best, Scottsdale: Maverick Wood, Blake Hall, Mackenzie Heazlewood.
Central Swifts: Emahlia Hodgetts, Tara Lette, Rhianna Lette.
MVP: Blake Hall (Scottsdale)
B Grade
Bridport Blue 37 d Central Swifts Red 32
Best, Bridport Blue: Cara Howlett, Kate Singline, Courtney Irwin.
Central Swifts Red: Rachelle Fish, Sarah Forsyth, Adara Hall.
MVP: Courtney Irwin (Bridport Blue)
A Grade
Central Swifts 34 d Bridport 33
Best, Central Swifts: Abbey Chorley, Sharlie Hodgetts, Paige Chorley.
Bridport: Sophie Broadhurst, Ellie Moore, Kiana Crichton.
MVP: Abbey Chorley (Central Swifts).
2024 NENA Award Winners 12/Under
2024 Leading Goal Scorer: Ruby Barnes – 124 goals (Ringarooma).
Best and Fairest: Mayah Berwick (Ringarooma).
Runners Up: Lana Hadley (Central Swifts), Riea Walsh (Central Swifts), Maya Groves (Derby). 16/Under
2024 Leading Goal Scorer: Emahlia Hodgetts – 268 goals (Central Swifts).
Best and Fairest: Jacob Williams (Winnaleah).
Runner Up: Beau Styles (Central Swifts).
C Grade
2024 Players’ Player (peer voted): Sam Brown (Ringarooma).
B Grade
2024 Leading Goal Scorer: Kate Singline – 352 goals (Bridport Blue).
Best and Fairest: Belinda Fletcher (Ringarooma).
Runner Up: Zoe Stingel (Bridport White).
A Grade
2024 Leading Goal Scorer: Abbey Chorley – 304 goals (Central Swifts).
Best and Fairest: Emma Broadhurst (Bridport).
Runner Up: Bree Mountney (Derby).
• 12 Under Leading Goalscorer - Ruby Barnes - Ringarooma.
• 12 Under Best and Fairest - Mayah BerwickRingarooma.
• 12 Under MVP - Tanner Lette - Scottsdale.
• A Grade Best and Fairest
- Emma BroadhurstBridport.
• 16 Under MVP - Blake Hall - Scottsdale.
• B Grade MVP - Courtney Irwin - Bridport Blue.
• B Grade 2024 Leading Goalscorer - Kate Singline - Bridport.
• B Grade Premiers - Bridport Blue.
• 12 Under Premiers - Scottsdale Black.
• 16 Under 2024 Leading Goalscorer - Emahlia Hodgetts - Central Swifts
Seagulls go down by a point
BY JUAN SALTER
BRIDPORT WERE at home to the strong Perth Football Club in a must-win game and unfortunately went down by one point in a great game of football.
The first quarter started at a frantic pace with both sides eager to get the upper hand early but after the 10-minute mark Perth started to show their authority to kick three goals in succession.
Bridport was able to score late due to Will McBride's brilliance, but Perth's ball movement looked better going into the second term with Perth’s Williams in everything. Tyson Digney had the job on Perth's Elmer and he was on top early as Perth took a 14 point lead to the first break.
Bridport came out firing in the second term, hitting the scoreboard with two unanswered goals early and the trend continued throughout the latter half
of the term kicking six goals to one to dominate the quarter. It was a hardfought battle with both sides playing a tough brand of football none harder than Captain Joey Robinson who was in everything.
Liam Arnold and Nat Barnett in the ruck both had good terms. Bridport was desperate to cement a place in the NTFA finals and showed in this term they were up to the challenge. The Seagulls had worked hard to go into the long break with a three goal advantage.
In the third term, Perth came out firing and put pressure on the Seagulls causing them to make fundamental skill errors resulting in turnovers, which allowed Perth to claw back the margin.
Bridport was starting to become undisciplined and that became a major factor in Perth leading by one point at the last change. Cal Mulder had gathered many
possessions for the term and Tom Barnett was playing his best game for the year down back.
The game was in the balance and Perth started the last term well, kicking the first but Bridport replied quickly with a goal to Jack Lanham. The next 10 minutes became a hard slog, but Perth was handling the ball better and went out to a 9-point lead halfway through the term. Bridport had more of the play but Perth’s defence was strong and repelled many attacks.
With four minutes to go Perth had a sixpoint margin but a late goal to Bridport had levelled the scores. The crowd was enjoying the tight contest and the game was destined to be level on the scoreboard but Perth rallied in the dying seconds to score a behind to take the four points in an entertaining game of football.
Bridport still hold a place in the five
by percentage and come up against St Pats away and then home to Ols which are both must-win games. The makeup of the final five could come down to percentage. Brad Etchell should return and Jonty Saville and Sam McDougall will push for selection after a great game in the Reserves. Bridport Reserves went down to Perth by 30 points.
RESULTS
Seniors
Perth 9.10 (64) d Bridport 9.9 (63)
Goals: Mcbride 3, Taylor 2, Lanham, Fenton, Robinson, Coombe. Best: Digney, Robinson, C.Mulder, Arnold, McBride, N. Barnett, T.Barnett
Reserves
Perth 10.8 (68) def Bridport 5.8 (38)
Goals: Brown 2, Chorley, Parker, Haas. Best: Booth, Brockett, McDougall, Chorley, Saville, Pearson.
BY DAVID WALSH
THE GAME started with a very wet oval and players from both sides took some time to adjust to our first wet day of the season.
Bardenhagen broke the ice with great goal on the run from 40 out, quickly followed Luke Walsh (1) and Matty Saunders adding two more from strong marks in front.
Meander were finding the Demons’ backline very hard to score against, as Jimmy Storay kicked truly to give
Lilydale a 43-point lead at quarter time.
The second quarter started with Meander Valley coach Will Stoltenberg going into the ruck and giving his players a revving up. They controlled the first ten minutes of the second quarter but couldn’t put the score on the board, then Lilydale broke free again with goals to Rothwell, Tuck and Saunders to open up 66-point lead at half time.
Lilydale opened the third quarter with better ball movement into the forward line with goals to Bardenhagen (2), Storay, Tuck and Tuckerman. The ruck
Lilydale started the last term with a 107-point lead and goals continued to come with the very clever Zeik Johnson adding two, Saunders piled on another couple for his tally of five, Venn, and Storay giving Lilydale a 149-point winning margin, with Meander unable to match the running strength of the Lilydale team despite trying hard all day.
RESULTS
Seniors
Lilydale 22.22 (154) d M'Valley 0.5 (5)
Goals: M Saunders 5, T Bardenhagen 5, J Storay 3, Z Johnston 3, R Rothwell, J Venn, K Tuck, B Tuckerman, L Walsh, J Oloughin. Best: D Viney, J Venn, T Bardenhagen, S Lockett, S Avent, M Saunders. Reserves
Lilydale 12.11 (83) d M'Valley 5.6 (36)
Goals: T Maclaren 4, T Watts 2, J Crowden 2, B Denman 2, C Watt, J Streets. Best: B Denman, J Streets, J Hawes, B Harris, J Russell, K Dwyer.
Swans paddle to victory over Uni Lilydale polish off the Suns
BY NICK FISH
In conditions better suited to (un) synchronized swimming than quality football, the East Coast Swans sloshed and slid their way to victory at Uni on Saturday.
It quickly became apparent that there would be no percentage booster for the Swans as both sides tried to adapt to the slippery surface.
After a period of acclimatization, Tully Watts popped through the first major as the Swans began to hold the ball in their forward 50.
Swans’ big man, Ned Hyland proved to be an unmoveable force in the ruck contests and was easily the best ruckman on the day. Marcus Haley was one to profit from his good work, as the cream rose to the top
and sure ball handlers such as Maddern and Newett came to the fore.
“Tiggy” Blunt had some good moments on his wing, and after goals from Nick Child and “Murf”, the Swans headed to the first break with a 21-point lead.
Jayden Blunt at centre-half back was outstanding in the early stages of the second term, as his team began to link up in fine style, leading to another two majors.
Ethan Goldfinch thrived in the conditions, showing as always how difficult he is to bring to ground, with his run and long left footers gaining hundreds of metres of territory on the day. The Swans defence did what it needed to, with Uni heading into the long break without a goal to their name.
Kicking to the “dry” end of the ground,
Uni were quickly able to break the shackles in the third quarter, with Dusautoy scoring, courtesy of a free kick.
The floodgates opened soon after, with Uni scoring their second in a row, much to the delight of their bench, who have had little to cheer about recently.
“Big” Byron Johnson had a moment of magic for the Swans, when he marked strongly and took off like a man possessed through the centre square, setting up “Murf” for his third goal. When Swans’ “tall” Jarrod Mason took an excellent high mark and goaled, the Swans had evened the ledger in the quarter and trudged to the last huddle with a 35-point lead.
Michael Murfet booted his fourth goal early in the last term, but with his team seemingly dreaming of tropical islands
and warm showers, Uni were able to add another two to their scorecard.
Isaac Newett showed why he played state league football and wowed the crowd with some amazing skills during this quarter and added a classy goal, to again be one of the Swans best players.
It was a hard day at the office for all concerned, with the Swans happy to just bank the four points.
RESULTS
Seniors
Swans 9.12 (66) d Uni 4.5 (29)
Goals, Swans: Murfet 4, J.Mason, Watts, Newett, N.Child, Goulden. Best, Swans: Goldfinch, Hyland, Tate, Johnson, Murfet, Maddern, Haley, Newett Reserves
Swans 5.7 (37)d Uni 5.5 (35)
dominance of Jack Venn giving on ballers Daniel Viney, Jak Hadley and Luke Walsh an arm chair ride, with the Suns struggling to hold on, the flood gates were about to open.
Seagulls lose nailbiter
Magpies miss the mark
Swift effort at end for Div 1 champs
NENA FINALS
BY SARAH FORSYTH
BRIDPORT WAS denied back-to-back
A-grade netball glory on Saturday with the Central Swifts claiming a one-goal win to finish off a week of fantastic finals action for the North East Netball Association.
After heavy rain, the court was semidry but threatening skies oversaw the spectacle which was touted as the game of the day – and it did not disappoint.
Swifts found the goal ring and took the lead early in the game. Bridport however, settled in the second quarter and turned the game around, with impressive defensive full court pressure to take the lead into the half-time break.
The third was a battle of athleticism from all players, with the scores all tiedup at the last break.
The crowd got involved and knew they were witnessing an exceptional game of netball, with the lead changing multiple times, it came down to who wanted the ball more and who could convert those opportunities when it counted.
The final minute saw frantic play from both sides, willing possession, but it was Swifts who gained crucial turnovers and took the win by one at the final whistle.
Abbey Chorley from Central Swifts was awarded most valuable player.
NENA Junior Umpire Encouragement Awards
Madden Wood (Scottsdale), Lotti Wadley (Bridport), Lexie Viney (Derby) and Matilda Harper (Central Swifts).
NENA Junior Coach Award
Sharlie Hodgetts
NENA Senior Umpire Awards (all attaining their C Badge accreditation)
Bree Mountney, Ashley Bowen and Gabby Partridge
NENA Volunteer Appreciation Awards
Jessica Burke, Patricia Radford and Bridget Waterhouse
More awards, match report page 10.
• Pictured (top) Central Swifts Division A Premiership Coach Brett Partridge with players Paige Chorley, Tessa Walters, Lucy Partridge, Halle Walters and Sharlie Hodgetts with (front) Abbey Chorley, Gabby Partridge and Tara Lette.; (above) Bridport Goal Shooter Ellie Moore shooting with Swifts Goal Keeper Halle Walters defending.
• A Grade MVP and 2024 Leading Goal Scorer - Abbey Chorley - Central Swifts.
2024 NENA AWARD WINNERS