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Scottsdale Aquatic Centre will officially re-open this weekend with a free BBQ on Friday to celebrate the season ahead. And in a world of cost increases, the Dorset Council has agreed to reduce the cost of swimming lessons for the community. T R EAD MORE, PAGE 2. • Theresa Kettle, Kate Singline, Tessa Walters, Kallum Prehn, Jesse Farrell, Halle Walters, Hamish Bennett with Rachel Burke, Saffron Bennett and Jane Kilburn. Pic by Milly Kilburn.
“Disgraceful” fire levy increase to hit hard BY RACHEL WILLIAMS A FIGHT is brewing between local councils and the State Government over major changes to the way money is raised to fund fire and emergency services. Break O’Day Mayor Mick Tucker is furious at the proposal that could see rural residents across the North-East region slugged significantly.
While Dorset Council is conducting modelling on what the impact will be in its municipality, Cr Tucker said an average St Helens residence could face an increase of between 69.1 per cent and 181.9 per cent. An average commercial business could face a hit of an increase of between 570.9 per cent and 632.8 per cent in what he as labelled a disgraceful process to adequately fund the important service.
The fire levy is collected through councils via the rates process and the money is then provided to the government. Levies are calculated differently at each council – some are based on a property’s capital value and some are based on an Assessed Annual Value, which is the estimated yearly rental value of a property. Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management, Felix Ellis, said the change
aims to better equalise rates across the State “to make it fair”. Mr Ellis said he was acting on the findings of multiple independent reviews to establish a “simple, fair and sustainable funding model”. Dorset Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw said the options paper suggested the fire levy be varied based on land classification, T STORY CONTINUES ON PAGE 3.
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SERVE 10 Years Ago – October 16, 2013 New life for Springfield Church. The St Paul’s Anglican Church on the Tasman Highway at Springfield was deconsecrated in 1997. Since that time the little church has been maintained by a small and dedicated group of community members and former parishioners. The church is Heritage listed and was put up for sale in 2009 by the Anglican Church. The sale prompted the formation of Friends of St Pauls Springfield, in an endeavour to purchase premises to ensure it remained in its former glory. After some testing times the property settlement was completed in August this year.
30 Years Ago – October 28, 1993 State team chosen for show challenge. The interstate chopping and sawing challenge match between Tasmania and Queensland is likely to be a hard-fought contest. The local team consists of 11 members in total with Michael Tucker, Cynthia Hall and Ron Forsyth all being from the North-East, the latter being the first Tasmanian woman chosen in a state team. The remaining members hail from all parts of Tasmania.
50 Years Ago – October 23, 1973 North-Eastern Trotting Cup worth $1000 Stake money for the five-event programme on December 1 will be $2,600, and is the highest outside of the Hobart metropolitan area. The main event will be worth $1000 and the four supporting events will carry prize money of $400 each. The club has the support of many NorthEastern sportsmen, and Derby publican, Mr Ron Hayes, has indicated that he and Ringarooma bookmaker Alan Sowell would donate a substantial trophy for the Cup. The State’s top horses, Speedy Ben, No Clues and Yallara are expected to attend for the Cup. 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
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TRAVELS OF A DORSET WOMAN Thank you to the people of Dorset, Tasmania, for your kindness and hospitality to this stranger from Dorset, UK, a month or so ago. The reason for my visit was that I had learned that there was a Dorset municipality in Tasmania and as a Dorset Councillor in the southwest of England I wanted to know more. I have come to Australia every few years to catch up friends and relatives but had never got as far as Tasmania before. I was delighted to visit Bridport on the River Brid, Weymouth with its lovely stretch of golden sand like ours, and Lulworth. I did not have time to go as far as Dorchester and Holwell, not least as it was getting dusk and I did not want to
meet any Tasmanian Devils on the road. Clearly a number of Dorset people ended up in Tasmania either as settlers, deportees or sailors and they commemorated their former homes in the names they chose here. I also found a number of Roses and a Trowbridge in your phone book, very frequent names in my part of the world – and the Rose family were the first free settlers in Australia I am told. A number of our stone bridges still bear a notice warning that anyone damaging the bridge will be transported for life. I came bearing gifts from the current Chairman of our Dorset Council to yours – a crested glass paperweight, a book of photos of Dorset and another book about our Dorset Labourers, the Dorset Martyrs, deported for their efforts to
set up a union to protect their fellow labourers. We do hope that, once the current problems besetting your Dorset Council are resolved, we could make some links between the two authorities, beyond trying to avoid confusion over each other's Facebook entries (a warning about ice on Dorset roads in July can lead to a double take on our side of the world, until you have checked out the logo!). So, thank you Dorset for a lovely few days, and maybe someday I can be back to explore more. Councillor Pauline Batstone, Blackmore Vale Ward, Dorset Council
Aquatic Centre ready to make a splash T FROM PAGE 1. WHILE A hot summer has been predicted, lifeguards gearing up for a busy season at Scottsdale Aquatic Centre had wintery conditions to contend with at a training session last weekend. Pool Manager Jane Kilburn said the new team of lifeguards endured challenging weather to complete their training in preparation for the upcoming season, which kicks off on Saturday. “It was wet and cold but it was very exciting for our new and returning lifeguards,” Ms Kilburn said. To celebrate, the Scottsdale Aquatic Centre will be holding a free BBQ on Friday from 3pm to 6pm. Scottsdale Swimming Club volunteers will run the BBQ and will also be available
to discuss what they have planned for the upcoming season. The kiosk will also be open with an exciting range of new treats plus some old favourites. “The slide will be operating and the pools are warm and ready for fun and there will be music and games” Ms Kilburn said. Opening Hours until the end of November will be: Monday (3pm to 6pm), Tuesday (5.30am to 8am and 3pm to 6pm), Wednesday (3pm to 6pm), Thursday (5.30am to 8am and 3pm to 6pm), Friday (3pm to 6pm) and Saturday/Sunday (11am to 6pm). “We have made a change to early morning swimming and have decided to open and close 30 minutes early to cater for those
with early starts to their working day,” Ms Kilburn said. The centre’s swimming lessons will also be provided at a reduced rate, with the council agreeing to a revision in fees from $19 to $17 a lesson to make the offering more affordable. “For all those waiting on swimming lesson notifications, registration letters with class times and payment details should arrive in your mailbox this week,” she said. “The aim of this change is to continue to improve the water safety skills of the community by improving the financial accessibility of these important education services,” she said. Entry to the pool for casual swimmers remains free.
Garden ready for palliative fundraiser THE COLOURFUL garden of Deanna and Bruce Scott is ready to welcome guests for a special fundraiser on this Saturday, October 28. The North Eastern Soldiers Memorial Hospital Auxiliary event is raising money to fund the inclusions in a new palliative care room planned for the hospital. The garden party will be held from 10am – 4pm with morning tea included in the $10 entry fee. Visitors will be able to meander through the property’s cottage garden at Homewood, 507 Sledge Track, West Scottsdale, with a plant stall and raffle also being held on the day. “Anyone can come – the more the merrier,” Mrs Scott said. “The hospital auxiliary provides lots of extras the government doesn’t supply. We have recently funded two vital sign monitors on the wall in emergency, new televisions in every room, we’ve replaced wooden shelves replaced with stainless steel in the drugs room. “We are seeking government approval to have another palliative care room and with the money we raise we will fit it out with items like chairs, curtains and linen to make it more comfortable for those using it. “If and when we get permission and they provide the bed, we will fit it out. We have the money thanks to the wonderful support we get from the community and generous bequests.” • Ann Etchells of Scottsdale with Bruce and Deanna Scott preparing for the Auxiliary fundraiser this weekend.
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ANZAC honour for Scottsdale High pair TWO SCOTTSDALE High School representatives have won a place in a prestigious European educational experience. Year 9 student Tori Hall has been selected as one of six students from across the State as recipients of the prestigious Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize. Tori, along with the other successful students, will take part in next year’s 10-day study tour of significant sites in France and Belgium on the Western Front in April. She will also travel to Canberra to visit the Australian War Memorial Museum in the lead up to the event. Teacher Sherri Rainbow was also successful in winning one of the two teacher positions and will complete a study tour in both 2024-2025. The last Scottsdale High School student to be presented with the prestigious Frank MacDonald Memorial Award was Cameron Willis fifteen years ago. Local RSL member and former Vietnam Veteran Bruce Scott had also previously attended the trip as a war veteran representative and shared his experiences with the pair in the lead up to their interviews for selection. Frank MacDonald was the last surviving World War 1 veteran in Tasmania, passing away on August 23, 2003 at the age of 107. The Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize was established in his memory as a partnership between RSL, the Tasmanian Government and Education Department and aims to commemorate and preserve the meaning of the ANZAC spirit in the Tasmanian
community. Tori said the Frank MacDonald Prize had been significant to her as she discovered a Great Uncle who fought and died on the Western Front. “I feel that it will be life changing to travel to the Western Front and follow in Frank MacDonald’s footsteps as a soldier who fought in both World War One and World War Two,” Tori said. “I feel that this opportunity will broaden my perspective on how I see the world and different cultures and their histories. “I hope to be able to make new life-long friends and to use the knowledge I will learn from to enhance my own family’s understandings and the understandings of our community here in the North-East further. “I really hope that other students from SHS will pursue this opportunity in the future and realise that where you live is not a barrier for achieving anything you set your mind to.” Ms Rainbow said she had always enjoyed teaching and learning about war history. “I hope that this remarkable experience is something that will enhance my teaching and give me the capacity to communicate with students the immense sacrifice soldiers have made in a time of war,” she said. “When teaching in the future I hope students can really connect with the experience of the Frank Mac Donald Prize and feel inspired to themselves apply and be part of it in the future.”
• Sherri Rainbow and Tori Hall have been selected to represent Tasmania on the Frank MacDonald Prize European tour.
“Disgraceful” fire levy increase to hit hard Nabowla road upgrade underway T FROM PAGE 1.
PRELIMINARY SITE works have started on an intersection that leads to one of the area’s most popular tourist attractions, Bridestowe Lavender Estate. Dorset Council’s construction crew have started stripping verges and drains on Gillespies Road to prepare for the widening of the road, which is scheduled to commence next week. The project, stated to cost $600,000 in the council’s Budget Estimates, is funded by a Safer Rural Roads Program grant via the Tasmanian Government and a contribution by Council. Meanwhile, the reconstruction works on Golconda Road are reportedly ahead of schedule.
a departure from the current system that is based on fire districts. Commissioner Wardlaw said a shift in funding was also proposed for the business fire levy, currently collected from the insurance industry. It would be added to a revised property-based fire levy collected by local government as part of the annual rates notice. “The Dorset Council is currently investigating the impacts the two proposed funding models will have on Dorset ratepayers,” he said. “Early indications are that there will be a substantial increase for commercial, industrial ratepayers and primary production and an unfair shift of funding for residential properties from the city to the country. “The General Manager is currently investigating the impacts that this proposal will have on Dorset ratepayers and will provide a submission to ensure that the State
Government is fully aware of any inequities that are likely to be experienced by our ratepayers." Cr Tucker said there were no details being provided about exactly how much extra the government wants to raise. “It is extremely concerning - rural councils do not have a fully paid 24/7 professional fire brigade like they do in the cities and the ones that are most likely going to be slugged the extra 69 per cent will most likely be the volunteers who go out and fight the fires that occur on Crown Land anyway,” Cr Tucker said. “While we fully support a well-funded and well resourced system we can’t work out how much they are actually trying to raise because there is no modelling. “They’ve spent six years developing this and given us five weeks to respond – it’s disgraceful and shows a great lack of respect.” Mr Eills said that no decisions had yet been
made. “We will consult on two options regarding the reformed property-based levy, including one that provides special consideration for rural communities,” he said. “Both provide a growth model for our Tasmanian Fire and Emergency Service and the funding will be ring-fenced for our TFES to exclusively support them in the work they do and the services they provide. “As part of these reforms we are also committing to double the funding for the Fuel Reduction Program to $18 million each year, to further protect our communities from bushfires. “The model must be fair to households, fair to businesses, fair to our regions, and importantly – fund our emergency services to save lives.” LGAT will meet in Devonport next week to formalise its position. Submissions to the State Government’s option paper close November 5.
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Adventure of a lifetime Fire concern heats up for Scottsdale’s Adia
• Adia Quilapic with her parents Paul Murray and Lourdes Quilapio after the adventure of a lifetime onboard the tall ship STV Windeward Bound. SCOTTSDALE’S ADIA Quilapio has just completed a trip of a lifetime on board the Windeward Bound and she’s encouraging other locals to get involved in the program next year. The 17-year-old Launceston College student said she went into the programme after being encouraged by a friend. “She said that it would be so fun and also memorable if we go and apply together,” Adia said. And she was right! Adia last week completed the eleven-day sailing adventure, from Devonport to Hobart with 16 other students from across the State. “The voyage involved lovely people especially the crews, leadership training, time management, doing what are the priorities of every watch, being responsible, communication, friendship, teamwork, delicious foods, beautiful view like sunsets, sea, islands, whales,
dolphins, stars, clouds,” Adia said. “Being able to learn and improve our sailing skills, understanding the terms and words and being able to call to sail the ship. “The voyage helped every trainee to be more productive, friendly and have the courage to say what’s on our mind or what is our opinion. “The most exciting thing is when we are sailing the Tall Ship where sometimes I was the one who handled the ship’s helm and when we are doing the rope races for all watches. “The biggest challenge is waking up early, doing the watch’s job and going aloft all by yourself and having the courage to do it.” Adia said the voyage had inspired her to work on a cruise ship in hospitality management in the future. “I really want to work in hotels and resorts, but the voyage inspired me to work somewhere in sea like in a cruise
ship because I definitely fell in love with the ocean and sea creatures.” Rotary’s Roslyn Teirney said the voyage was the last leg of the ship’s sixmonth expedition up the East Coast of Australia in partnership with Rotary International to celebrate 100 years of Rotary in Australia. “Comprising 11 voyages in total, and totalling more than 3,400 nautical miles, they have given over 192 young Australians, including some from refugee backgrounds, a life-changing leadership experience,” Ms Teirney said. “The 17 Trainees of this Tasmanian voyage were presented with Certificates of Participation by our Vice Regal Patron, Her Excellency, The Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania.” There will be another Rotary Tasmania Youth Leadership Challenge in December next year for students aged 14-17 and anyone who wants more information can approach the Rotary Club of Scottsdale.
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A FIRE on Lilydale Rd last week was deemed accidental after burning through 8.1ha of bushland near Underwood. The road was closed for approximately two hours as 14 Tasmania Fire Service vehicles, 45 personnel, a helicopter and a dozer were used in the response, with assistance from SES, Tasmania Police and Tas Networks. While there was no immediate threat to property, residents close to Holloways Hill were put on a watch and act alert. It was another early reminder that the season ahead could be a long and intense one. Fire Permits are now required across Dorset, George Town and Break O’Day municipalities as summer nears. A fire permit can be obtained by free calling 1800 000 699. Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service has also put a ban on all campfires, pot fires and other solid fuel stoves at high-risk campgrounds across a number of parks and reserves from this Saturday until further notice. This includes all national parks and reserves on Flinders Island and across Dorset, Break O’Day and Glamorgan-Spring Bay. “Tasmania has experienced a very warm winter and conditions are much drier than usual,” PWS State Fire Manager Katy Edwards said. “Climate drivers suggest this drying pattern is set to continue for the remainder of the year, with a high chance of unusually warm and dry conditions and a high chance of unusually high fire dangers for this period and into summer. “Fine fuel load is significant on the East Coast due to successive wet seasons allowing for significant vegetation growth. Curing grass is likely to present a grass fuel hazard over the next few months.” Ms Edwards said the seasonal campfire restrictions were put in place to help protect visitors and communities. “Our priority is community and visitor safety and preventing bushfires from starting. Eliminating abandoned, escaped or poorly-constructed campfires is part of our community and visitor safety strategy,” she said. “We want to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable camping experience and appreciate assistance from visitors and the community in complying with fire restrictions.” Last year there were 94 reports of unattended or illegal campfires on PWS managed land.
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STUDENTS AT Scottsdale High School swapped their classes for cars with a surprise visit from flamboyant TasBash entrants on Monday. Eleven themed cars and teams of passionate fundraisers stopped in at the school on their sixday journey traversing regional roads to raise money for Variety, which assists Tassie children living with illness, disadvantage or disability. Variety Tasmania CEO Mohammad Aldergham said the colourful parade of cars, and themed participants, is not a race or a rally. “It’s a drive in the countryside with a group of mates, helping out kids,” Mr Aldergham said. “Our volunteer Bashers dedicate countless hours to ensure the upkeep of their vehicles, raising funds that go directly to programs and grants that assist Tassie kids in need, all while paying to attend the event out of their own pocket”. The Bashers also visited students in St Helens and St Marys.
• Variety Tas Bash entrant Ian Johnson and Jan Gul with Scottsdale High School students Noah Hay, Tom Smith, Wes Styles, Lewis James and Tyler Hay.
• Elsie Burke and Ava Blundstone with Libby Burgess, Lily Walters, Abby Lancaster, Sophie Watts and Kyla Madden enjoying the display with TasBash entrants including fishing personality Andrew Hart.
Transport concerns for region DORSET RESIDENTS are missing medical appointments and other important opportunities because of a lack of public transport options across the region. After the loss of the area’s only taxi service at the end of 2022, the situation is set to worsen for the area’s elderly. Community Transport Services Tasmania has confirmed it will not take on any new clients due to a lack of vehicles to meet demand. It is not known how many people will be affected but it could be dozens, those at the frontline say. McIntyre MLC Tania Rattray said it was not good enough. “Those in the Dorset community requiring transport to meet medical appointments deserve to have access to reliable and affordable transport services,” Ms Rattray said. “Recent concerns raised with me regarding the lack of options is concerning and when you drill down into what is available, there appears to be a noncoordinated approach through the existing providers. “Table talks, feasibility studies and ongoing discussions isn’t delivering timely solutions to the benefit of the community.”
Community Transport Services Tasmania has 69 clients in the North-East region and did about 87 trips during the month of September, providing assistance for people aged 65 years and over, or over 50 for First Nations People, as well as for people with a disability aged 18-65, or under 50 for First Nations People. CEO Lyndon Stevenson said demand across Tasmania from new registrations, along with increased transport activity from currently registered consumers, had significantly increased. “As a result, we have made the necessary decision to temporarily pause new referrals to our service so that we can continue to deliver high-quality services to registered consumers,” Mr Stevenson said. “During this time, we will focus on ensuring all existing referrals are assessed, and that current consumer transport demands are met. We will monitor the number of registered consumers that we have and re-open referrals to eligible consumers as space becomes available.” Dorset Community House is trying to fill the void,
despite not receiving any government assistance to do so, Manager Naomi Buster said. “We deliver community transport voluntarily as it is a very high need area for the community,” Ms Buster said. “Our transport runs five days per week and prioritises non-emergency medical transport, but also supports isolated people to access social opportunities when there is no other way for them to do so. “During the year, the vehicles travelled a total of 33,538 kilometres and transported a total of 352 people. 197 people were transported to medical appointments and 155 to social appointments.” Health Consumers Tasmania, via its Better Health for Dorset program, is
trying to find another solution, Bec Smith said. “We have $70,000 for transport from our $550,000 budget and we are looking to get a service up and running as soon as possible but there have been challenges with logistics and insurances and getting an appropriate vehicle,” Ms Smith said. Ms Smith said she was working with Area Connect, a new transportation business serving smaller and more remote communities – which has been created and developed by CTST. “There is a definite need and we will hopefully have an outcome by the end of the week that will be complementary to the service provided by Dorset Community House,” she said.
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James Scott Wing 50-year reunion MORE THAN 40 people turned out at Barnbougle Dunes on Saturday, October 24, for the 50-year reunion lunch that was held for past staff of the James Scott Wing. Co-organiser Chris Wootton said there was a range of ages in attendance with many who had worked at the old hospital that became the town’s aged care facility. “It was a wonderful day with much comradeship, reminiscing, and many humorous stories being told,” she said. “There were three main speakers, Judy Northeast, Maureen Nichols, and myself who recalled our memories and stories. David Brown was MC and did a great job keeping people entertained. “It was very evident from all the people there how passionate they were about caring for the elderly, trying to make their last years happy ones. “It wasn’t just a job it was a privilege – it was hard work but so fulfilling. “This is the end of an era for the James Scott Wing but it is certainly not the end of many happy memories at this wonderful facility. “Thank you to all the staff who committed themselves to 50 years of care. Thank you to Yvonne Edgerton for her lovely poem.”
• James Scott Wing 50 year reunion attendees.
• Judy Northeast, Tammy Boxhall and Val Auton.
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• Kim Walker, Tony Reeve and Brooke Venn.
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• Marilyn Hodgetts, Trish Reeve and Denise Dunn.
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Summer boating: make Help needed for puppy love to continue the right decision BY PETER HOPKINS MAST Recreational Boating Safety & Facilities AS WE look forward to the new summer of boating and paddling, MAST wants all Tasmanian watercraft users to focus on making the right decisions. Sadly, when we review Coroner’s reports into fatalities on the water, it’s clear that some people have made poor judgement calls and paid the ultimate price – with their lives. Before and after we go out on the water, we need to be making considered decisions. The weather is the key to what we do – and Tasmanian weather can be somewhat variable! Whilst understanding the weather is a fundamental part of the decision making, we also need to consider the appropriateness of the vessel for the trip, the adequacy of the safety equipment on board and whether it is in working order and making sure someone knows where you are going and when you expect to be back. The decision making does not stop on the water – if there is too much swell to retrieve the cray pot – leave it. If the visibility is bad for a barway crossing – don’t cross. If you are boating alone, which many do, wear the kill switch when under power. Also, if you are boating alone and drift fishing or anchored, make sure you can get back on board. This can be difficult when
fully clothed and very few people think about this aspect of boating. Whilst larger boats may have a duck board or a ladder very few of the smaller tinnies have a custom-made retrieval system for a person in the water. If you’re the skipper, you’re responsible – for your crew, your family and your friends. You owe it to all of them to come home safely. Understandably, many people might not have looked at their boating and safety gear since last Easter. Before you go boating this Spring and Summer, make sure your gear is all set to go. Get all your gear out of the boat and lay it all out. Check that everything is in order and then either have various items serviced or replaced. Last, but not least, make sure you can pass the 30 Second Challenge: • I s everyone on board wearing their life jacket? Do they know how their inflatable life jackets work? •A re your flares accessible and ready for use? • I s your EPIRB close to hand and ready for use? •D o you know how to make a Mayday call? Make the right decision – and come home safely.
A FACEBOOK fundraiser has been established to raise money for the NorthEast Animal Sanctuary after the break down of the vehicle used to service the facility. So far $2820 has been raised with hopes of reaching the $5000 target set out by organiser Michelle Jesson. “We've had a run of things lately with losing our dear old George, one of our permanent residents,” Ms Jesson said. “We've taken in a whopping 31 puppies so far this year as well as a constant stream of dogs and cats on the waiting list to come to NEAST. “We have the usual things like food bills, flea treatments, medications, supplements and higher than usual vet bills but the biggest kicker is having our sanctuary ute cark it. “Not having the ute really affects the day to day running of the sanctuary and our ability to do necessary jobs like vet runs, collecting supplies and the like.” Ms Jesson, the founder of the service, said it had been challenging for her to simply buy another vehicle for the sanctuary as she was recovering from a serious fractured ankle sustained while walking one of the sanctuary dogs. She has been unable to work and may not be able to return to work for another six months due to needing more surgery. Money raised through the Facebook
• Michelle Jesson is asking for help to buy a new ute to assist the work of the North East Animal Sanctuary at Herrick. fundraiser will go towards buying a replacement vehicle. The sanctuary will be attending the Bunning’s Stores for Paws event at North Launceston to encourage the adoption of animals this Sunday and it will also be promoting its raffle which will be drawn at Winnaleah Post Office on December 5.
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Bessies to brighten up Bridport Bay Inn BRIDPORT BAY Inn will undergo a change to its dining establishment in the coming months, as new managers take over the running of the kitchen at the popular seaside location. Anita and Darren Lewis are settling into their new roles after taking over last week and are busily working behind the scenes to put their stamp on the venue. Within the next six weeks, they will rebrand as Bessies Bar + Kitchen, paying homage to Captain William Henry Jones who operated a ship called Bessie, trading bulk supplies of general cargo between Bridport and Melbourne. “In 1876 Captain Jones built the Forester Inn, which was the first hotel in Bridport,” Mrs Lewis said. “The new look for the Bridport Bay Inn,
and Bessies Bar and Kitchen will come to light over the next six weeks, just in time for a busy summer.” Anita and Darren have more than twenty years’ experience in the industry, starting at Surfside Motor Inn, Beaumaris, and building the very successful Angasi at Binalong Bay - which won State and National awards for many years. They have also worked in venues across Tasmania including Pyengana Dairy and White Sands Resort, ran major events including Taste of Tasmania and Dark MOFO stalls and the JJJ One Night Stand at St Helens. For the last two years they have transformed Low Head Pilot Station, creating the successful Seafood Shack. But the lure of Bridport has proven
too strong, and they are relishing the opportunity to redefine the dining option at The Bay Inn. “Bridport has been calling us for a long time, since our days at Binalong Bay,” Mrs Lewis said. “We are excited to take on a project of delivering a great food and beverage venue alongside classic motel rooms, a bottle shop and bar in a wonderful beach side venue. “It’s a region of Tasmania that means a lot to us, and we are proud to showcase.” While it won’t happen overnight, the
name change to Bessies will also bring a refinement of the menu style. “We are excited to bring some change to the venue; to create a beautiful modern beachside hotel vibe with fun and casual dining,” she said. “We will focus on our great Tasmanian produce, a family-friendly and beach-side atmosphere that locals and tourists can count on.” Tasmanian wines will be a feature along with extended trading hours to help feed the masses who might prefer a late lunch or early dinner following a day at the beach.
COMING SOON • Ready to make an impression on the Bridport dining scene are Darren and Anita Lewis who will soon rebrand the dining at Bridport Bay Inn to Bessies.
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BLAND, Louise Helene
Passed away peacefully 15 October 2023 Dearly loved father of Colleen, Ronald and Naomi. Father in law of Khyle, Heather and Sam. Proud grandfather of Fergus, Oscar, Sophie, Charlie, Archie and Lucas. Now reunited with Maureen.
29.3.1968 – 19.10.2023 Tragically taken Adored mum of Alex and Zak. Precious daughter of Helene & Walter (dec) Haas. Loved and loving partner of Grant. Dearly loved sister, sister-in-law and aunt of Sue & Bubbles, Jason, Harry, Sophia: Shan & Bugs, Shantelle, Nick, Oscar and Karissa. She touched so many lives. Larger than life. Forever in our hearts.
DONNELLY, Clarice Grace (nee Ranson) 13.8.1926 – 18.10.2023 Much loved wife of Jack (dec.) and cherished mum of Damien. Daughter of Fred & Sarah. Sister & sister-inlaw of Keith, Geoff and Shirley (all dec.) A Derby girl, at rest in God’s care. Private Funeral.
Family and friends of Louise are respectfully invited to attend a service to celebrate her life, to be held on Friday 3rd November 2023 at the Tailrace Centre, 1 Waterfront Drive Riverside, commencing at 11am. Livestream available at: lethborgfamilyfunerals.com.au/upcoming-funerals
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ROB PERKINS
The President and committee of the Bridport RSL Subbranch regret the passing of our esteemed treasurer, Rob. He was an integral part of our organisation and a tireless worker. Anzac Day won't be the same. Our sincere condolences to Marg and family. Lest we forget.
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Bass Strait Wind Zone consultation opens CONSULTATION HAS kicked off for the proposed new wind energy zone in Bass Strait. The State and Federal Governments have joined forces in a plan they say will unlock regional job opportunities and provide cleaner, cheaper energy for Tasmania. Minister for Energy and Renewables Nick Duigan said offshore wind would support well-paid jobs for engineers, electrical technicians, cable installers, crane operators, riggers, divers and administrators. “One spin of one turbine generates as much power as an average rooftop solar installation does in a day, and they spin roughly 15 times a minute,” Mr Duigan said. “The zone open for consultation has the potential to generate 30 gigawatts of electricity, enough to power over 20 million homes, and will be critical to Tasmania’s ambition to get to 200 per cent renewables and help support long-term energy security for local heavy industry in Tasmania.” The Commonwealth Government is seeking feedback on the proposed zone,
which is at least 20km from shore at its closest point, and spreads for 11,159 square kilometres. Community drop-in sessions will be held at Bridport, George Town and on Flinders Island in December with submissions closing January 31. Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen said the consultation would provide a genuine opportunity for communities to have their say in the first part of the process. “The Bass Strait is renowned for its offshore wind resource – and this potential zone could transform Tasmania into a new clean energy powerhouse, spurring investment in Tasmanian communities, providing energy security for decarbonising heavy industry and creating thousands of jobs,” Minister Bowen said. “This consultation period is vital for communities, industry and businesses to have their say on an offshore wind zone in Bass Strait from its earliest stages, and we encourage everyone to put a submission in or attend a community consultation.” Offshore wind projects cannot be developed outside of declared zones, and
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a zone must be declared before individual projects can apply for licensing and environmental approvals. A number of businesses, including Tasmania’s TasRex have expressed an interest in applying for a licence. “As we progress our plans, TasRex will build respectful relationships with communities,” TasRex CEO, Bess Clark said. “Our commitment to coastal communities with a strong connection to sea country, including the Tasmanian Aboriginal community, is that we will approach these projects sensitively and with a strong focus on partnerships and collaboration.” Consultation Community Sessions Bridport – Monday, December 4, 12pm2pm, Bridport Hotel George Town – Monday December 4, 4pm-6pm, George Town Memorial Hall Graham Fairless Centre Flinders Island – Wednesday December 6, 4pm-6pm, Flinders Arts and Entertainment Centre Whitemark.
Bibs and defibs among grant initiatives A NUMBER of North-East schools, sporting and community groups will benefit from Bell Bay Aluminium’s $60,000 community grants program. Grants of up to $3,000 were available under the smelter’s annual initiative, announed this week. RECIPIENTS INCLUDED: Bridport Surf Life Saving Club: Defibrillator ($2,468) Dorset Community Association: Community garden; rotary hoe, retaining wall repair and sandwich board ($3,000) Scottsdale Primary School: Kindergarten sensory garden ($3000) George Town Youth Impact Council: T-shirts, hats, print promotional products and outdoor flags ($1,797.50) George Town Yacht Club & Power Boat Club: Bain-marie ($1,200) Lilydale District School: Habitat development for biological science inquiry ($1,000) St Helens Netball Association: Mixed netball bibs and balls ($2000)
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• Margaret Kettle, Peg Howlett, Patricia Williams, Marie Brill enjoy the Eating with Friends event. ALMOST 50 people attended an Eating with Friends Gathering was held at Nugget Sellers Pavilion to celebrate Seniors Week in Dorset on Friday, October 20. The event was delivered by Dorset Community House through the Eating with Friends monthly social meals program. Dorset Community House Manager Naomi Buster said a casserole lunch was served with dessert of pavlova, pudding, fruit salad, cheesecakes and more. “Everyone enjoyed the food catered by Vicki Knight and the Scottsdale Seventh Day Adventist
Church Caterers and commented on how tasty it was,” Ms Buster said. “It was a great opportunity for older people in the community to get together, chat, catch up and get to know others with the purpose of celebrating older people in the Dorset Community and connect them with a social opportunity. “A big thanks to Pat Young who has been the voluntary coordinator of the Eating with Friends program, and without whom it would not be the vibrant and highly attended event it is.”
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Is it worth saving?
HISTORY REMEMBERED
WHEN MEMBERS of the Dorset Tasmania History Society were recently at PlantFest in Springfield we received a lovely small artefact from the history of Springfield. We were told that this was rescued from material destined for the local tip. That made us think that perhaps we are not doing enough to get the message to the public, that history is precious and easily lost. Something that has been retained and preserved in a family for perhaps 100 years can be thrown out and lost forever in one perhaps thoughtless act. So, the question is, what is worth keeping? It is never easy to answer but it really boils down to items that clearly represent or mean something from our past that
people of the future are likely to value and appreciate. Photographs of people and buildings are always worth preserving, and these can easily be scanned and digitised. Other items are worth preserving if they have clear provenance. Provenance is proof of an item’s origins or history, either by accompanying notes or historical record. An old saw may not say who it belonged to or where it was used, but if we can prove, for example, that it has been in the Campbell family since they first arrived in the district then it has excellent provenance. Items which include evidence of their history are highly valued. An old book with the name and date of the owner written in the inside cover would be worth keeping, as are items like sports programmes, concert
programmes, organisation Minute Books and shop dockets. Things that help us understand what life was like, for instance what people bought and what they did for entertainment and amusement, are worth keeping. There are limitations. Storing items takes time, money and effort. You often only need one of each item, so you keep the best example. Very large items are notoriously difficult to find the space to store. Items that deteriorate quickly can be tricky but can also be very valuable (historically). The real message here is that if you are not sure, please ask a member of the History Society. We can assess the merits of your items and whether we are able and keen to store and preserve them in a way that they will be around for future generations to
• An example of an item worth saving. appreciate. We have an Artefact Store, kindly supported by Dorset Council, and we have access to museum-standard expertise. Rather than end up at the tip, please at least give your items a chance to be assessed for their historical significance. 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.
Feathers to fly at Scottsdale show PLANNING IS well underway for the entertainment at this year’s Scottsdale Show with birds of a different kind set to steal the show. Spokeswoman Maria Branch said the show committee had been hard at work organising a great line up of entertainment for patrons at the event on November 17-18. Ms Branch said one of the highlights of this year’s show would be Majick Feathers – an amazing interactive show featuring bright and beautiful parrots that are trained, not tamed. “We will also see a return of the favourites like laser tag and face painting which are all free on both days,” she said. “There will be family entertainment on Friday with a pie eating competition for all to enjoy and have a laugh.” “Samora, who is a contortionist is back for three performances to astound all with his twists and turns and live entertainment on Friday night will be by Zack Walsh.” Other entertainment set to put a smile on the face of showgoers include: • Silly Circus – roving performers on Friday only; • Mascots Bluey and Bingo – roving on Saturday;
• Free Pony Rides on Saturday; • Wayfarers of Midgard – historically, authentic Viking encampment with tents, demonstrating combat in heavy armour. Patrons will have the opportunity to try out archery and combat safely and under supervision; • PCYC and Taiko Drums, both on Saturday; • Serpentarium – snake display on both days and • Eddie Freeman – chain saw sculptor – on Friday with a silent auction giving patrons the opportunity to acquire one of his amazing creations. It’s not to late for you to get involved with the historic event, which is set to attract up to 5000 people. Nominations for the rural ambassador close on Sunday, November 1 and entries for various categories in the show schedule have been extended to close on November 12. Tickets will be available at the gate with adults $15, children 7-15 $10, children under six free, concession card holders $12 and a family day pass for 2 adults and 2 children $40. Visit the show’s website for more details.
• Majick Feathers will be a colourful attraction at this year's Scottsdale Show.
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Rural Ambassador – Nominations close on 1st November. (Form under Homecraft on website) Sponsored by Bridestowe Lavender Estate.
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Photography – All photos need to be at the office by 3rd November. Visit www.scottsdaleshow.org.au for show features, links and downloads. Check out our Facebook page for regular updates. For further information contact secretary@scottsdaleshow.org.au
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Glory Days of Legerwood recalled in new publication FORMER PREMIER Peter Gutwein will be the guest speaker at the launch of Glenn Carins’ new local history, Legerwood Days, at the Legerwood Hall next month. Mr Carins describes the story of Legerwood as a familiar one among the small towns of the North-East - a slow anonymous beginning, a spectacular growth spurt in economic activity and community self-sufficiency, a plateau period of prosperity and finally a decline occasioned by loss of services and population. “Originally an undistinguished part of the large Ringarooma district, there was no compelling impetus for another town to emerge. This changed dramatically in 1910,” Mr Carins said. “The railway for which Ringarooma residents had long campaigned finally arrived – but the station was sited some miles short of the Ringarooma township. It proved a magnet for passenger traffic and freight of all kinds, particularly timber. It was almost immediately the busiest station on the North-East Line and, by the 1920s, the sixth busiest station by tonnage in the state. “The vigorous new town sprouting around the station needed a name. The first attempt – ‘Ringarooma Road’ – produced confusion for train and postal services. It took seven years to decide on ‘Legerwood’ – and another 50 years to agree on the spelling!” Legerwood Days is the second of Mr Carins’ books on North-East towns, following Winnaleah Days published in 2021. It draws on
material collected by Tony Targett and Carol Johnstone some years ago, as well as much original research.
Points of particular interest include surveyor James Scott and his descendants, the difficulties of road access, early land speculation, the breakup of the Legerwood and Lade estates, the railway brouhaha and Royal Commission, Boyd’s Orchestra, the butter factory, sporting clubs, town businesses and Memorial Park. Many prominent individuals and families are outlined, as well as a range of personal reminiscences including by Elsie Targett, Mary Schramm, Susan Diprose and George Coates. The launch will take place at Legerwood Hall, on Sunday November 26 at 2.30pm. All are welcome to attend and books will be for sale on the day at a discount price $40 (cash only). Afternoon Tea provided by Legerwood Caterers Group is by donation, with money raised going towards purchasing a defibrillator for the district.
• Glenn Carins with his new local history, Legerwood Days.
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Livestock market falls off cliff LIVESTOCK REPORT BY WARREN JOHNSTON LIVESTOCK MARKETS throughout Australia have taken some massive falls through the months of September and October and, in all honesty, these could be the lowest values we have experienced in over 20 years. Who would have thought in November last year we would be sitting here 12 months later looking at values of cattle being a third of last year’s results; lambs have halved in value and mutton sheep are approximately 10-20% of the value they would have returned this time last year . In short, we have fallen off the cliff. Whilst this is the dark side of the market,
there is light at the end of the race. As mentioned in an earlier livestock update, the US is increasing its imports from Australia each month to fill the gap in red meat produced in their country, due to a break in their season. While they are importing a larger amount of red meat, they are substantially lowering the amount of red meat they are sending out . This in turn is providing more export markets for Australia to put product into. Many processors are reporting they are receiving many more orders or enquiries from other countries to secure Australian product as they believe it is the best in the world. While prices may be low at present, it gives opportunities to tap into new markets and secure new contracts that
will have very positive volume and price increases going forward. In short, Australian red meat became outpriced and expensive to importing countries and they started shopping elsewhere to buy cheaper product . Another major factor in the livestock scene is re-stocker or buyer’s confidence. A major market for the livestock industry is from our very own farming, finishing, backgrounding community and when you take away this massive sector of the market it has a huge impact on price. There are some amazing opportunities available at present to secure livestock at very low rates and be in a position to cash in when the dial turns, and it will turn. The other opportunity is for people to ‘tidy up’ their herd.
Cash in the bits and pieces and put some funds into well-bred performing cattle or sheep and be ready for the better markets to come back and make some very good returns. The Bureau of Meteorology tells us the world is going to end! Twenty years ago, we would have walked out in the morning and said it might rain today. Today, everyone looks at their phone morning, noon and night and listens to the 15 different reports on where the season will be. Yes, we get dry times and we get wet times. We get seasons! Take advantage of what's in front of you now. It will rain again.
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BY PAM BRETZ THE NORTH-EASTERN Tasmanian Field Naturalists’ activity for October was a walk through the Humbug Point Nature Recreation Area, not far from Binalong Bay. The last two excursions were held in very windy conditions and this one was no exception. Fourteen of us gathered under the leadership of Ian Matthews to walk from Moulting Bay Campsite over the hill and eastwards to Dora Point and back via Humbug Point, a walk of some eight kilometres, through mostly open peppermint forest. Many plants were in flower, especially in the pea family, of which we saw at least four species including Pultenaea daphnoides, the tallest and showiest of the peas. Orchid spotters were alert and found the tiger orchid Diuris sulphurea standing tall and yellow and
the dainty little Caladenia carnea or pink finger. We also saw the twining fringe lily (Thysanotus patersonii) with its bright purple flowers. The track back along Humbug Point offered different vegetation, and here we were greeted by healthy Xanthorrhoea (grass trees), some of them with tall trunks and obviously having survived many fires in their lifetime. Boronia was thriving here too, mostly pink but we did see a couple of the white variety. The peppermints continued and many were covered with blossom. Blue gums started to appear and even the odd blackwood tree. Twice the walkers in front saw snakes on the track but they beat a hasty retreat. A blue tongue lizard was basking in the sun, allowing us to see its beautifully patterned skin. Out of the bush and onto the first of two beaches we were fully hit by the gale from which we had been somewhat
• Twining Fringe Lily. sheltered in the forest. It was hardgoing and we were disappointed to see the number of large plastic buoys and oyster frames that had been washed ashore. Seagrass lay in heaps along the beach and suddenly we saw a large echidna which had been delving in the piles of weed waddling away from us. It was the first time any of us had seen an echidna on the shore. On the second beach the resident pair of Pied Oystercatchers were nesting as they do every year there. Black Swans were numerous, as the name of the bay suggests, and we spotted a Whitebellied Sea-Eagle. Back at the cars we agreed it had been an interesting and pleasant walk. For more information, including about membership or attendance at the next activity of the Field Naturalists Club, visit the web site www.netasfieldnats.com.au.
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Walking laps to prevent suicide SCOTTSDALE’S RUBY Hall has been given another sobering motivation for her annual fundraiser to fight an all too common reality in the community. Ruby’s Marathon for Suicide Prevention will be held this Saturday at the Scottsdale Recreation Ground. While the Hall family has been impacted by suicide, Ruby also recently lost a good friend and football team-mate, Samara Whitney, who took her own life last month. “The impact this had on me and others in other community groups is huge,” Ruby said. “Seeing the look on the rest of my team’s face as we held each other tight is a moment that I will remember forever. “I thought to myself, looking across the
team, there are so many people who are going through this right now and I am going to do as much as I possibly can to look after not just my team and football community, but as many people as I can. “It has given me an even bigger reason to strive and do better for this Marathon for Suicide Prevention for 2023. Ruby said it was important for her to help those in need who have been affected by suicide or mental health problems in their lives. “In today’s society we face a lot of struggles and I feel that the motivation for continuing my marathon every year really comes from understanding that.” The community is invited to walk with Ruby for as many laps as they can from 8am
to 6pm, with those taking part asked to wear yellow. Funds raised will go towards the Dorset Suicide Prevention Network. Drinks and food will be available to purchase during the event from Rotary. “Personally, this achievement for me is huge,” Ruby said. “I am raising awareness for an issue that has hit me, my family and friends hard in the past and I hope that this event can positively help the wider community and create better access to mental health organisations and improve the wellbeing of others. “As my nan, Karen Hall, said in the 2021 marathon ‘one person can’t help everybody, but all of us, together, can help somebody’.”
• Ruby Hall is getting ready for her mammoth effort to raise money for suicide prevention.
Doohan to coach Under 17 girls Bowls North – Round 1 THE SCOTTSDALE Football Club has announced Hayley Doohan as the coach of the club’s Under 17 girls team. Doohan has had previous experience coaching in southern Tasmania and for the past two years she has umpired in the NTFA. Training for the girls will commence on Sunday, December 3, with a couple of sessions prior to the Christmas break. • Hayley Doohan is set to coach the Magpies' under 17 girls team next season.
NORTH EASTERN EVENTS CALENDAR 2023 Every Friday
November 4
• P urple Frog Art & Craft Group 10:00 – 2.30pm Scottsdale Men’s Shed • Launching into Learning Sessions 9:00 - 10:30am Kinder block, Scottsdale Primary School • Pre-Kinder sessions 10:30 -11:30am Kinder block, Scottsdale Primary School
• Gladstone Hotel Rodeo Boobyalla Park • Bridport Village Niche Market 9:30am – 1:00pm Main Hall, Bridport
First Friday Each Month • Free Women's Legal Service Dorset Community House • Ladies of Dorset Coffee & Chat Scottsdale Art Gallery Café
October 26
November 5 • Bridport 10 Plus Fun Run Bridport Village Green
November 11 • R ingarooma School & District Show Ringarooma Primary School
November 12 • Garry Pengelly 12:00pm – 5:00pm Legerwood Hall • Small Farm Living Field Day Lilydale School Farm
November 17 + 18
• Careers Expo Scottsdale • Dorset Careers and Education Expo 10:00am – 4:30pm Scottsdale RSL Club
October 28 • Marathon for Suicide Prevention 8:00am Scottsdale Recreation Ground
December 2
• Bridport Village Niche Market 9:30am – 1:00pm Main Hall, Bridport
December 8
• Late Night Shopping & Market Scottsdale
December 9
• Wood Chopping & Family Event Gladstone
December 17
• Market in the Park 9:00am - 2:00pm Legerwood
December 24
• Christmas in Branxholm Branxholm Centenary Park
January 6
• Scottsdale Show Scottsdale Recreation Ground
• Bridport Village Niche Market 9:30am – 1:00pm Main Hall, Bridport
November 26
January 14
• Book Launch for Legerwood Days – 2.30pm Legerwood Hall • Winnaleah Christmas Market 10:00am – 2:00pm Winnaleah
• Show and Shine Car/Bike Show Bridport Village Green
March 23
• Tractor Pull Scottsdale
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BOWLS NORTH kicked off its Saturday pennant season on the weekend with mixed results for the local teams. In the Premier League, Bridport defeated Invermay in a close battle – 60-55. The trip to Trevallyn for the Division One Scottsdale side was not a success, with the visitors going down 70-32. In Divison 2, Lilydale beat Kings Meadows 72-42 while St Helens lost to Longford 47-72. Division Three saw Scottsdale defeat Cressy at Scottsdale (7948), while George Town won over Ravenswood (64-50). In Division Four, St Helens lost to Longford (62-44) and Gerge Town won over Deloraine at home (60-49). George Town were defeated by
• Brian Walsh from Scottsdale sends down a bowl in Division 3. North Launceston at George Town in Division Five (57-51) while Midlands defeated Bridport at Midlands Bowls Club (75-29). In Division Six, Lilydale defeated Longford 70-42 while Bass and Flinders won over the top of Cosgrove Park, 72-37.
North-East Eightball BY TED WHELAN Ringarooma Robins 5 D Kendall’s Killers 4 When the Killers team left headquarters I felt they were heading to the hospital car park to board a helicopter being so late and they always go crook about the dogs barking when they get home late. It was 3 all at the break with the Killers’ Armstrong and Coker very much full of confidence but lacking in the performance areas. The doubles were one a piece with the Ling-Siding call up ‘Boss’ Hayes, subject to clearance wrangling, taking both games for the Robins as did Hayward then Bennett and Hayward took the points for them. Kendall’s Dogs 5 D RSL Bearcats 4 The rejuvenated Dogs are in search of supremacy giving the up-the-road neighbours something to scratch their heads about as on paper they think they are the untouchables. Vaughan Cain steam rolled his opponent and Farrell and
Baxter like wise. It was three all at the break. Seaside fly-in Bobbie Bell did dent the Dogs’ tune a bit as did Kerrison, but then the doubles commenced which is the Bearcats scalding room but they didn’t heat up to the occasion and fell short. Winnaleah Magpies 6 D Branxholm Wanderers 3 The Magpies had a full list to pick from this week and there was quite an enthusiastic crowd out for the evening. Alan Mountney has decided to use one of Teddie Ryan’s old cues that he found behind the door in the Hydro lunch room and he’s thrilled to bits with it and won both games and the Smith contingent, Lyndon and Jarrod, strung together a couple of wins. Tomkinson and Smith have been consistent winners for the Wanderers, but some are just not putting the effort in at practise. Weldborough Hotel 5 D Ringarooma Hub 4 No match report.
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Success on national stage for locals BY EMILY NIXON LOCAL GIRLS all placed in the top-10 of their respective divisions at the Pony Club National held in Western Australia. North-East Pony Club members Zoe De Vivo of Karoola, Layla Oliver and Eliza MacGregor of Ringarooma were the youngest members of a team of five that set off across the country at the end of September to represent Tasmania as a part of the Pony Club of Tasmania National Tetrathlon team. The competition was held in two parts, the first part was the show jumping held at a national’s hub in Launceston and the other held in Brigadoon, Western Australia. The girls had a week-long stay and competed across the first part of the week. With one category each day, they kicked off the week with the swimming phase of the event. In the sub juniors 100m swimming, Zoe placed first in her group and Layla did a personal best when it counted the most - shaving 20 seconds off her time. Day two saw the girls compete in the laser pistol shooting. Eliza collected a score of 711 in the junior shoot. She was required to shoot from a ten-metre distance and are required to shoot with
one hand. Sub junior Zoe scored 697 in the shoot and Layla scored 844 in the shoot. They were required to shoot from a seven-metre distance and allowed to use two hands. Across the national event the sub junior competitors produced the best scores overall. The third and final day of competition saw the running phase for all the girls, both sub juniors ran a one-kilometre course. Zoe ran a time of 4.02, not far behind her was Layla running a time of 4.46. Eliza as a junior was required to run double that with a two-kilometre course in a time of 11.53. After collating the scores from the show jumping in Launceston and the scores from the swimming, laser pistol shooting and the running, the girls all finished in the top 10 of their divisions. In the juniors Eliza McGregor placed 10th overall and in the sub juniors Layla Oliver placed 8th overall and Zoe De Vivo placed 5th overall. Zoe - 1km run time 4.02 - 100m swim 1.11 shooting score 697 - SJ 1310 max 1400 (TAS) Layla - 1km run time 4.46 – 100m swim 1.47 shooting score 844 - SJ 1310 max 1400 (TAS) Eliza - 2km run time 11.53 – 200m swim 4.28 shooting score 711 - SJ 2399 (TAS)
• Pony Club Nationals representatives Zoe de Vivo, Eliza McGregor and Layla Oliver.
North-East Pony Club annual gymkhana fun
•E liza McGregor, Zoe Nichols and Layla Oliver.
• Piper-Rose Parry showing off all her ribbons.
• Layla Oliver riding her horse Lacey.
• Eliza McGregor riding Neika Hazel.
SPORTS RESULTS MOORINA GOLF SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 STABLEFORD Winner: T. Taylor, 39 points R/Up: J. Balfe, 37 points Longest Putt 4/13: K. Wagner NTP 9/18: J. Lefevre
BRIDPORT GOLF SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 4-BALL AMBROSE 1st: A. Barron, B. Gale, B. Gale, L. Edgerton 52.5 2nd: A. Taylor, T. Milne, A. Cowley, S. Cowley 55
3rd: S. Alexander, T. Alexander, C. Hughes, T. Coyle 55.25 4th: C. Burr, J. Nunn, A. Rudling, W. Howlett 55.75 5th: D. Martello, D. Curtis, D. Lewis, N. Wilson 56.125 NTP 1st B. Gale, 6th M. Taylor Longest Drive: J. Nunn Next week - Bridport v Poatina Challenge at Poatina 28/10 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18 Winner: T. Nichol, 37 pts R/Up: R. Taylor, 35 pts NTP 6/15: J. Roozendaal Longest Putt 2/11: T. Nichol
BRIDPORT TIDES WED 25 OCT LOW 1:43 am HIGH 7:59 am LOW 2:13 pm HIGH 8:06 pm
Hole in one: J. Roozendaal Winner 9 hole: A. O'Keefe Croquet Winner: J. Pixley Croquet Hole in one: A. Bignell SCOTTSDALE GOLF CLUB OCTOBER 21- STABLEFORD Winner: L. Dobson, 34 pts R/Up: T. Mundy, 33 pts Others: T. Collins & G. Booth 32 pts, R. Shea & AJ Heyes, 31 pts NTP 1/10: S. Krushka NTP 5/14: R. Shea Longest Putt: AJ Heyes Next Week: PAR
RINGAROOMA GOLF
OCTOBER 17 ROUND 2 PRESIDENT’S TROPHY/ STABLEFORD Ladies Winner: L.Dobson, 36 points R/Up: T. Taylor 34 points Longest putt - L. Dobson Gobblers - L. Dobson, M. Nuttall, T. Taylor Winner 2023 President’s Trophy L. Dobson Men’s Winner - D. Knight, 36 points R/Up: G. Booth, 35 points Longest putt: G. Booth Gobblers: S. McMullin, D. Wells
3-PERSON AMBROSE REDUCED TO 9 HOLES Winners: C Fennell, D Reynolds, T Bowen 28.25net R/Up: T Harper, H Summers, A Mountney 28.50 net Third: M Cook, D Bean, I Mountney 29.25 Fourth: D & D & M Walsh 29.25 NTP 5/14: W Lockhart NTP 7/16: T Harper NTP 9/18: M Walsh Next week: Stableford
• Tomahawk minus 1hr • Eddystone Point minus 1hr 35min • St Helens Wharf minus 1hr 15 mins
THU 26 OCT LOW 2:37 am HIGH 8:50 am LOW 3:11 pm HIGH 9:09 pm
FRI 27 OCT LOW 3:36 am HIGH 9:46 am LOW 4:14 pm HIGH 10:20 pm
SAT 28 OCT LOW 4:40 am HIGH 10:45 am LOW 5:19 pm HIGH 11:34 pm
SUN 29 OCT LOW 5:48 am HIGH 11:46 am LOW 6:24 pm
MON 30 OCT HIGH 12:46 am LOW 6:55 am HIGH 12:46 pm LOW 7:25 pm
TUE 31 OCT HIGH 1:52 am LOW 7:57 am HIGH 1:44 pm LOW 8:21 pm
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Young riders star in local gymkhana • Under 10 Games place getters Sophie Nichols (2nd), Piper-Rose Parry (1st) and Keira Cassidy (3rd). BY EMILY NIXON NORTH-EAST PONY Club held its annual gymkhana on Saturday at the Springfield Recreation Ground along the Ten Mile Track. The event was attended by local competitors and other competitors from afar. Many riders did well across a range of disciplines that made up the event. The topsy ring is where many younger riders start out competing at gymkhanas and at this year’s event there were two categories; on-lead and off-lead. The topsy on-lead champion was Sophie Binns riding her pony Dusty and the topsy off lead
champion was Lilly Elphinstone riding her pony Westcourt Warlard. The popular pony ring was split into two sections with a pony and a small pony category. These classes turned into a real family affair with small pony champion awarded to Jazz, ridden by Sophie Nichols and pony champion being awarded to Coolinda Park Hotshot, ridden by Zoe Nichols. Closely followed by the reserve champion small pony was Heidi, ridden by Keira Cassidy and the reserve champion pony was Rhaedr Park on your Mark, ridden by Mackenzie Heazlewood. Moving up in height and onto the
galloway ring, the champion there was Little Miss Muffet, ridden by Emily Archer, who was also successful against the champions from the other flat rings, with Little Miss Muffet taking out the Supreme Champion horse. The ribbons didn’t stop there, Emily was also the most successful rider of the day taking out the Champion rider class. In the hack ring the champion was Zia, ridden by Samantha Timperon. Success for this combination didn’t only come in the flat horse classes; they were also crowned the show jumping champions of the event.
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