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Rodeo Rollick Bentley Lette, 10, of Springfield, jumps into the ring as part of the inaugural Gladstone Rodeo on Saturday. More than 5000 people flocked to Boobyalla Park for the event, which is set to become a permanent feature on the Tasmanian rodeo circuit. Pic by Kayla Byard. T STORY, MORE PHOTOS: PAGE 4.

Sun shines on a Southern Hemisphere first BY RACHEL WILLIAMS THE FIRST subsea cable facility in the Southern Hemisphere could soon be built on our doorstep, with Bell Bay chosen as the preferred location for a $2 billion SunCable project. Construction could start as early as 2025 with the first manufactured cable delivered in 2029. Dorset Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw said the council was excited about the project, set to provide 800 construction jobs and over 400 long-term advanced manufacturing roles.

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“A multi-billion dollar factory in Bell Bay would economically strengthen the NorthEast region, and would provide a possible catalyst for other sustainable energy projects in the region,” Mr Wardlaw said. “The proposed ACEN wind farm project in the Dorset municipality post construction would generate more energy than current Tasmanian requirements. “Therefore, additional industry such as the possible SunCable project in Bell Bay, along with the Marinus Link Project, are a pre-requisite to ensure excess power generation is either utilised by new industry in the Bell Bay area, or exported

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via the proposed Marinus Link Project.” George Town Mayor Greg Kieser said he was confident the community would welcome the project. “This is what Bell Bay is about, this is what George Town is about. We have an industrial history with a world-class port that has all of the right ingredients to attract and support new industry on a global scale,” he said. “Projects such as these are exactly what all levels of government and the Bell Bay Advanced Zone, through its strategies and plans for advanced manufacturing and green industry, have been championing for

Bell Bay.” “I have been impressed by the extensive research SunCable has completed to date, understanding that Tasmanians value highly their natural and cultural environs and am pleased to learn the facility is a green operation with a green footprint.” Premier Jeremy Rockliff said it was an extraordinary opportunity for the northern region while Deputy Premier and Bass MHA, Michael Ferguson, said the positive economic impact of the project would be felt in the region for generations to come. T CONTINUES ON PAGE 7.

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Melbourne Cup fun at Bridport MORE THAN 60 people donned their fascinators and hats for the annual Melbourne Cup function held in The Loft at the Bridport Bunker Club yesterday. The bubbles and bets flowed as those in attendance made the most of the social occasion.

10 Years Ago – 20 November, 2013 DairyTas Chair from Ringarooma RINGAROOMA dairy farmer Cheryl McCartie has been elected as the new chairman of the DairyTas board. Ms McCartie dairy farms at Ringarooma with husband Theo van Brecht and she has been on the board for five years. DairyTas reported on its operations with over 20 projects underway in 2013 and income close to $1.5M. This covers a mix of funding including farmer levies, government and other industry support. The projects cover a wide range of activity including education and training, people development, natural resources management, animal health, business management and extension, as well as industry development and industry growth.

• Yvonne Gerke, Deb Barnett and Kath Dolega. • Louise Beattie of Bridport, Ann Maree O'Keefe of Bridport, Lee Hodgson of Relbia, Kim Nichols of Bridport and Shelly Barcza of Launceston.

• Jaculyn and Brett Williams of Bridport.

40 Years Ago – 10 November, 1983 Record gate at Ringarooma Last Saturday’s Ringarooma School and District Show conducted in perfect weather had a record gate of $1032. The previous record was in 1980 when the gate takings were $817. Other highlights from the show included Susan Goodall’s dog Rusty wagged to yet another win in the pet parade. This is the third year in succession that Rusty has carried off the prize for the dog with the waggiest tail. Lindsay Rattray of Pyengana was the most successful axeman, he was second in both the 250mm and the 225mm events. Premier Mr. Gray said that Ringarooma was known as a family show which catered especially for the children.

60 Years Ago – 12 November, 1963 Success at Elphin Trots Two North East Coast owned pacers landed big betting plunges when they were successful at the Elphin on Saturday. They were Roy View, winner of the first maiden stakes, and Flemack, winner of the St Leonards Handicap. Roy View, backed from 10/1 to 6 /1, looked to be in hopeless position with a lap to go in the Maiden. Luckily Jack Cleary of Winnaleah had the drive of Roy View and was driving confidently, gradually making up ground on the leaders. His win gave Jack his first success at Elphin for about 13 years.

• Nat Coniston from Scottsdale and Kym Whittle of Bridport.

• Ann Maree O'Keefe, Bob Smith and Urbana Morton of Bridport.

Scottsdale High seniors celebrated SCOTTSDALE HIGH School’s Year 11/12 students attended a Celebration Dinner at Bridport’s Bunker Club last week. The Outstanding Contribution award was presented to Nikayla Smith, Kirra Smith won the Consistent Effort Award, Alex Terry was presented with the Dorset Employment Connect Pathway to Employment Award and Ben Cresswell received the Further Education Award. Back Row L-R: Alex Terry, Ben Cresswell, Sharlie Hodgetts, Adara Hall, Brandon Warner, Ben Harris & Liam Jensen-Cooley. Middle Row: Abby Samec, A’jana Smith, Abbey Singline, Kirra Smith, Jayda Hopkins, Adina Johnson & Ms Elizabeth Stanfield. Front Row: Harrison Knight, Cameron Brown, Nikayla Smith, Gabrielle Fenton and Jordan Harris.

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It comes as the council deals with the physical impact of more vehicular traffic on the access road to the North-East. “The increase in type and volume of traffic has been far greater than anticipated and has created ongoing road management issues for council,” Mr McCarthy said. The council has temporarily fixed a large number of potholes across Industry Rd, brought about due to increased traffic, especially heavy vehicles. “Council’s roads maintenance team respond to reports of hazards as soon as practicable, including Industry Road which has had a number of temporary repairs to potholes,” he said. “Permanent repairs are scheduled to occur over the coming weeks.”

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Volunteer work a hallmark for show ambassador success NORTH-EASTERN AGRICULTURAL Pastoral Society President Alice Hall has been selected as this year’s Scottsdale Show representative in the National Rural Ambassador competition. The national competition highlights and celebrates young people who have a genuine interest in rural and regional Australia or New Zealand, providing an opportunity to promote rural communities and industries, and the importance of agriculture and food production. Ms Hall said she was proud to be chosen in the role, with the state final to be held on Saturday November 18 at the Scottsdale Show. The Bison Constructions estimator will be up against rural ambassadors from other shows across the state. “A panel of three judges will interview me on the Saturday and will ask you to talk about your involvement in your local show and local area and what you do with volunteer work,” Ms Hall said. “From there the winner will go to wherever the national final is, which could be anywhere around Australia or New Zealand to represent Tasmania.” Ms Hall was selected for the competition hosted in Launceston in 2016 but says she has learned much over the seven years since then.

“It will be good – when I did it before I was quite young and didn’t have the life experience I have now – I have learned a lot since then and been more involved in the community since then,” the 28-year-old said. “Having moved away and come back to the area I view it in a different light. “It’s important to build up your involvement in the community and support it so that we can all operate. “In a rural area like this, the local show is so important, and we are so lucky to have so many events to get out and about. Like at the Gladstone Rodeo on the weekend where there were so many people out there enjoying themselves and the Ringarooma School Show on this coming weekend and then our show the following weekend. “They all provide a really important avenue to get out and catch up and be a community and get around each other and enjoy themselves.” While she has been busy leading a dedicated team of volunteers on the show committee to plan for and prepare all elements of this year’s event, she has also been actively helping her family prepare their Quarterway Angus cattle to show at the event. Show spokeswoman Maria Branch congratulated Ms Hall on her achievement.

• Alice Hall is this year’s Scottsdale Show representative in the National Rural Ambassador competition. “We are so lucky to have such an amazing, talented, and passionate young woman with the best interest and intentions in our show,” Ms Branch said. Other sections involved in the show’s ambassador program include: • Miss Toddler 2 – 3 years • Master Rural Tiny Tot 2 – 5 years • Miss Rural Tiny Tot 4 – 6 years • Rural Show Boy 6 -12 years • Rural Show Girl 7-17 years • Junior Rural Ambassador 13 – 18 years

(this was Miss Teenager 13 -18 years but now it is open for boys and girls) Registrations will be held in the show office from 10.00am until 10.45am with judging starting at 11.30am in the Scottsdale Football Clubrooms. “This is a traditional part of the show and is very popular and we are excited to have a section that teenage boys can enter as well preparing them for Rural Ambassador,” Ms Branch said.

Remembrance Day tributes to be unveiled TWO NEW memorials will be unveiled at Scottsdale’s ANZAC Park as part of this year’s Remembrance Day commemorations on Saturday. Scottsdale RSL President Bill O’Rielly said two new granite plinths with commemorative plaques had been installed as memorials to honour 75 years of Peace Keeping missions as well as pay tribute to those who fought in Afghanistan. “We thought it appropriate to recognise those who have taken part in Peace Keeping missions as they are not recognised anywhere and if you look at how many people have served over the 75 years it is a significant number,” Mr O’Rielly said.

Deputy Premier Michael Ferguson will unveil the Afghanistan tribute. “Personally, I know half a dozen locals who took part in the Afghanistan conflict and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs say there are 370 of their clients who live in the Dorset area so we would like to see as many people come out on Saturday to mark this important occasion,” Mr O’Rielly said. The service will begin at 10.40 ahead of the observation of a minute’s silence at 11am, followed by the new memorial dedications. A free BBQ for veterans will be held at the park following the service with others in attendance asked for a gold coin donation.

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A rollicking good time at Gladstone MORE THAN 5000 people turned out for the inaugural Gladstone Rodeo on Saturday with organisers overwhelmed by the support from enthusiasts from near and far. Organiser Cathy Willis said the event was above and beyond what she ever anticipated. “We will be back again on the long weekend again next year – even bigger and better,” she said. “The VIP tent went off and we will do the same again next year and the band was amazing.” Ian Brown from rodeo management ID Rodeo Promotions said the event exceeded expectations and would become a regular fixture on the rodeo circuit. “We’re already booked in for next year – we are so happy,” Mr Brown said. “We didn’t know what to expect so to have 5000 people there it was a pretty successful day and a nice surprise. We had 20-odd second division bull riders which is three times as many as we normally get and a lot of them are keen to do more events in the future which is great.” Locals now have to wait until February 10, 2024, for their next fix of rodeo action at the Scottsdale Rodeo at Santarena Park.

RESULTS Barrel Race: 1st – Jodi King 2nd – Laura Marshall 3rd – Karen Fish Jnr 4th – Cody Smith Open Bull Ride 1st – Bradley Franklin 2nd – Adam Clarke

Steer Wrestling: 1st – Luke Hamilton Breakaway Roping: 1st – Denvah Mills 2nd – Karen Fish Jnr 3rd – Ashleigh Good

Junior Bull Ride: 1st – Lane Viney 2nd – Lucy Williams 3rd – Harrison Kennedy Junior Barrel Race: 1st – Amarli Johnson

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• Annabel and Billie Burr of Bridport with Kennedy Smith of Winnaleah (centre).

• Adam Clark from Gunns Plains holds on tight.

• Aspen Hayes of Scottsdale at the rodeo.

• Zindzi Dunn and Amahlie-Jayne Johnson from Launceston with Bridport’s Indi Nettlefold at the Rodeo.

• Paige Murray from Kings Meadows in the local steer ride.

• Will Fitzallen from Hadspen meets the dust.

• Christina Alderston of Deloraine competing in the local steer ride.

• Clancy Beattie, 3, from Bridport enjoying the mechanical bull at the rodeo.

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Gold, lithium extraction optimism SENIOR EXECUTIVES from mining company Stellar Resources Limited have spent the past week in the North-East as they prioritise projects across the 12 Exploration Licences they hold in the area. Stellar Resources Executive Director Gary Fietz said he and chairman Simon Taylor joined some of their on-ground geological staff in the region to assess exploration progress across its leases, covering 2212 square kilometres. While the company’s flagship Heemskirk tin project at Zeehan is progressing more rapidly, work across Scamander and Pipers River is also set to pick up over the coming year. Mr Fietz said Stellar was on the hunt for gold, tin, lead, zinc, silver and lithium in the North-East, often where small historic mines have previously operated. Mr Fietz said: “Our most advanced project in the North-East is the North Scamander Prospect approximately 10km north-west of Scamander where we recently completed a discovery drill over a length of 32m. We are very excited by what we found and we plan to drill more holes. “It’s too early to say what sort of mine it would be – it could be underground or open cut although it looks more likely to be underground, but we will work with stakeholders and look at any environmental

concerns before we get to that stage.

“The North-East is not historically known for its lithium deposits but we are looking for a new style of mica-hosted lithium mineralisation that can occur near the margins of late stage fractionated granites. Lithium is in high demand with the worldwide demand for rechargeable batteries and electric vehicles. “The Constables Creek granite, approximately 15km north-west of Scamander is looking the most promising for that at this stage.” The company’s annual report says that there is a continuation of the Victorian Western Lachlan Fold Belt Gold deposit, one of the world’s largest orogenic gold provinces, into North-East Tasmania. Stellar hopes to find that gold across areas in the North-East and its geologists have been taking rock chip, soil and stream

• Stellar Resources Executive Director Gary Fietz with Tasmanian staff Richard Spencer-Lloyd, Bec Lockley and Dr Josh Phillips. sediment samples across both Crown and for this yet, but we expect that it will be private land to identify the best areas for sometime in the next 12 months. We have future drilling. also had some encouraging gold results in Some of the most promising gold stream sediment samples to the south of exploration results are at the historic Nabowla.” Leura and Back Creek goldfields near More results are to be released in Pipers River. the company’s ASX exploration update “The next step here will be follow-up announcement planned in the December drilling. We haven’t got a date planned 2023 quarter.

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Ringarooma dairy Bridport Main farmer agricultural Street proposal leadership graduate A RINGAROOMA dairy farmer has graduated from a new Tasmanian agricultural leadership program aimed at building skills and knowledge. Seventeen leaders in the Tasmanian agriculture sector took part in the innovative career development program, The Enable Program. The joint initiative of the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) and Rural Business Tasmania (RBT) aims to build practical skills and knowledge by bringing together owners and managers of agricultural businesses and people working in extension. Shaelyn Rockliff said Enable gave her more confidence and knowledge in running the family business. “The program has given me a greater understanding of things like business finance, succession planning, employee wages, different business structures, superannuation, banking and insurance,” she said. “This new knowledge has helped me understand the family farm business in depth and I now have confidence to discuss these topics with others. “The biggest highlight for me has been the development and improvement of my people management skills.” Ms Rockliff said she had been working for her parents, Theo Van Brecht and Cheryl McCartie, for ten years, milking 500 crossbred cows. “I am involved in multiple aspects of the dairy farm business including milking, rearing calves, farm infrastructure maintenance, operating tractors and completing the daily farm records for pasture, fertiliser, AI and animal health. I also manage the young stock agistment,” Ms Rockliff said. “After years of working in practical aspects on our dairy farm, I was seeking an opportunity to develop other skills that make the day-to-day operations run smoother. “The Enable course had exactly

• Ringarooma dairy farmer Shaelyn Rockliff graduated from the Enable Program. everything I was wanting to learn and develop skills in. “Some of the topics were selfdevelopment, conflict management, conscious leadership, performance management, coaching, mental health, succession planning, WHS and business management. “Working alongside other farmers from other sectors of agriculture has also been critical in assisting my learnings. “For myself, if I choose to change careers at any stage the skills, I have learnt from this course can be taken with me wherever I end up. Skills from the course have already helped me to deal with situations of conflict and pushed me to continue to improve myself. “For the farm, the course has provided me the with confidence to run all aspects of the farm business. This will allow my parents the opportunity to get take some well-earned holidays.” The Enable Program was delivered from April to October this year and included one full-day workshop and one 2-hour online session each month.

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A YOUNG boy with a family shack at Bridport is taking the increased traffic activity along the seaside town’s Main Street into his own hands in a bid to help pedestrians. Callum Alomes, 9, wrote to the Dorset Council in January to express his safety concerns, especially during peak holiday season when it is challenging to cross the road. This week he wrote to the NorthEastern Advertiser to see if we could assist him. “In January this year, I wrote a letter to the Dorset Council about how hard it was to cross the road in Main Street, Bridport,” Callum wrote. “The council replied and said they were looking at ways to make crossing the road easier. “I have just spent the long weekend at my shack at Bridport and it was still really hard to cross the road. Could you please ask the Council if they have worked out

what they are going to do about it before the summer holidays?” Dorset Council General Manager John Marik said council was aware of the issue and was actively reviewing the situation. “This review includes the engagement by Council of a traffic engineer to produce a traffic assessment report,” Mr Marik said. “This report for Main Street, Bridport will provide Council with possible options to improve the situation. “One of the options that Council is exploring is the reduction of the Main Street, Bridport speed limit from 50 km/h to 40 km/h. As speed limits are the jurisdiction of the Department of State Growth, this traffic report will be supplied as evidence and support.” A time frame for action has not been given and the use of traffic lights at the bottom of Henry St have not been ruled out.

Small farm sustainability showcase at Lilydale High THE SIXTH biennial Small Farm Living Day will be held on Sunday, November 12 at Lilydale District School. The NRM North and Lilydale Landcare event is an opportunity for land managers on small farms and rural lifestyle properties to access information about sustainability, biosecurity, and resilience on the land. This year’s free event will feature a wide range of demonstrations from mastering fencing techniques to monitoring native animals, as well as presentations from a host of experts on property planning and mapping, soil health, livestock management, cat management, and the conservation of biodiversity values on-farm. NRM North Biodiversity Program Manager Kate Thorn said since being

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“SunCable’s manufacturing facility would inject billions into the Tasmanian economy and I’m sure numerous Tasmanian businesses will see the flow on benefits of having such a project in our State. “This project would provide an exciting career path for the next generation of kids

in the Tamar region and Tasmania more broadly.” The construction of a purpose-built facility aims to help solve global supply constraints of high voltage direct current (HVDC) subsea cable. SunCable’s flagship development project, Australia-Asia Power Link (AAPowerLink), needs a HVDC transmission system to deliver renewable energy from Darwin and

Singapore. SunCable’s website said that all advanced HVDC subsea cable facilities were located in the Northern Hemisphere. The proposed facility would include workshop buildings for the cable manufacture, storage, testing and supporting offices; customised port facilities for the transport of finished product loaded on specialised cable laying

vessels; and a tower for the critical vertical manufacturing processes. SunCable Chief Projects Officer, Chris Tyrrell, said consultation with local communities and stakeholders would start soon. “We welcome further input and feedback before proceeding with a final decision and subsequent development applications,” Mr Tyrrell said.

New Dorset Council Farmer compensation framework Infrastructure boss FOR THE first time in a year, Dorset Council has a permanent Director of Infrastructure, with Michael Buckley arriving in the state to take up the role last week. After a 25-year career in local government across the country, Mr Buckley has made his way to Tasmania and said he was looking forward to delivering on the council’s strategic and annual plans which contain a large portfolio of infrastructure projects. “I have worked with some smaller organisations before and I prefer them because they are more transparent, hands-on and provide better outcomes for the community,” Mr Buckley said. “My number one priority at the moment, one week in, is to make sure I know who does what and how we do things and ensure we are providing efficient and effective service. “I am very interested in the projects listed in the council’s planning documents because there are a lot of good things happening.” Mr Buckley said he looked forward to having good conversations with staff and residents about pedestrian safety in the municipality, the Rail Trail project and council’s waste strategy. “I am also very keen to consult and collaborate on the priority list for road and bridge infrastructure and thankfully the condition of assets is good and there is a good, robust

• Michael Buckley started in the role of Dorset Director of Infrastructure a week ago. plan in place for a 10-year renewal process.” Council General Manager John Marik said Mr Buckley was a seasoned leader, most recently as the Director of Infrastructure at Paroo Shire Council in the Northern Territory and previously as a Manager - Asset Maintenance and as a Parks and Open Spaces Coordinator with Alpine Shire Council in Victoria. “It has been almost 12 months since we have had someone permanently engaged in the Director of Infrastructure role,” Mr Marik said. “Without Craig Wheeler stepping in as the Acting Director of Infrastructure, and without the dedication and hard work of the broader team, the absence of this role could have had a really significant impact on day-to-day operations.” Mr Wheeler stepped in following the controversial departure of Dwaine Griffin.

A COMPENSATION framework is being developed by the TFGA in consultation with similar bodies across the country to better protect farmers when their properties are impacted by compulsory acquisition. TFGA President Ian Sauer said the Marinus Link project impacting farmers along its NorthWest corridor was the catalyst for the initiative. Mr Sauer said he had heard nothing but positive feedback about ACEN’s community and landholder consultation for its transmission corridor, which is needed to facilitate its $4billion wind farm at Waterhouse and Rushy Lagoon.

But Mr Sauer said landholders should take a precautionary approach. “Tasmanian compulsory acquisition laws unfairly disadvantage the farmer so we want to develop a framework that helps farmers understand their rights and whether it’s per metre, per pole or per megawatt it needs to be a clear understanding of how you work out the compensation. “The framework will be a guideline or expectation of what is fair and reasonable.” It is expected to be completed in the “next few months”.

Fire levy meeting planned THE TFGA will today join forces with the state’s peak industry bodies at a meeting with the Emergency Services Minister Felix Ellis to rally against proposed fire levy changes. TFGA President Ian Sauer said rural residents should not be forced to pay any more than they currently do and in fact, should pay less. “I think they have forgotten the enormous contribution rural communities and farmers give to emergency service across the state,” Mr Sauer said. “We have volunteer stations in areas like Bridport, Derby, Winnaleah and Pioneer and farmers get off their tractors or leave the sheep yards to help fight fires at any time to help their

community.” Break O’Day Mayor Mick Tucker previously provided an example that St Helens residences could face an increase of between 69.1 per cent and 181.9 per cent on their levy, which is collected by local government to fund fire services. An average commercial business could face a hit of an increase of between 570.9 per cent and 632.8 per cent in what Cr Tucker labelled a disgraceful process to redesign the collection methodology to “equalise” rates across the state. Mr Sauer said it was a “profound” moment that all lobby groups were joining forces to fight against the proposed changes.

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Maintaining Moorina HISTORY REMEMBERED THE WORD ‘cemetery’ comes to us from the Greek language, derived from the word for ‘sleeping place’ which invokes a comforting image that our ancestors are at rest. However, cemetries and the individual burial sites take maintenance to keep them in good order. Some families will, over many decades, continue to care for the last resting place of their loved ones, but what happens if the family moves away, or if a branch of a family dies out, or perhaps the person who died had no local family? Who will care for the burial site, and who will care for the grounds?

General care of a cemetery tends to fall to either a private or a public owner. In Dorset our Council is responsible for the majority, 10 cemeteries, but there are also a small number of privately-owned cemeteries, St Paul’s at Springfield being one example.

It is not a small task, there are over 5000 people buried or commemorated in Dorset, with over 3000 of these at the Ellesmere Cemetery in Scottsdale. Keeping fences, paths, signs and car parks maintained and the grounds weed-free, tidy and mown takes time and money. There are over 400 people buried at the Moorina Cemetery, the first dating to the early 1880s. Significantly for local history, there are some important Chinese memorials. One hundred years ago at the Moorina cemetery, being by then over 40 years old, there was concern over its maintenance. In October 1923 the North-Eastern Advertiser reported: ‘At the present time money is badly needed to effect necessary improvements to the Moorina Public Cemetery. viz., scrubbing and cleaning up, and laying out of extra paths, etc. A public meeting to discuss ways and means of raising the necessary amount was held in the hall on Friday night, when the attendance was disappointing as the cemetery at Moorina is used by the surrounding district to a large extent, and it was expected that there would have been a more representative gathering. After discussion, it was unanimously decided to open subscription lists, and to solicit the

aid of collectors in other centres where there are relatives of those interred at Moorina. It is hoped by this means to raise a substantial sum.’ A century ago there was less reliance or dependence on governments – locals could and did organise themselves to get things done. It took leadership, effort, care and commitment. It was not always easy, and some individuals and families clearly stepped up more than others. The fact that they did means that we can appreciate today what remains of our local history. 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.

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November 12

Every Friday

• Garry Pengelly 12:00pm – 5:00pm Legerwood Hall • Small Farm Living Field Day Lilydale School Farm • Heritage Lilydale Gathering 10:30am – 3.30pm Lilydale School Performing Arts Centre

• Scottsdale Choir 7:00pm – 9:00pm Scottsdale Uniting Church Meeting Room • 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

Every Saturday

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

First Friday Each Month

• Free Women's Legal Service Dorset Community House • Ladies of Dorset Coffee & Chat Scottsdale Art Gallery Café

November 11

• R ingarooma School & District Show Ringarooma Primary School

November 17 + 18

• Derby Christmas Market 4:00pm – 7:00pm Derby • George Town Christmas Carnival 4:00pm – 8:00pm George Town

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December 8 • Late Night Shopping & Market Scottsdale • Christmas Market 4:00pm – 8:00pm Scottsdale Mechanics Hall

• Market in the Park 9:00am - 2:00pm Legerwood • Scottsdale Community Carols 5:00pm Scottsdale Primary School Hall

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• Christmas in Branxholm Branxholm Centenary Park

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• New Years Eve Extravaganza 5:00pm – 9:00pm Elizabeth Street, George Town

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

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BOTH DIVISIONS were played away this Thursday with Division Two having its game at George Town while Division Four went to West Launceston. Division Two came home with two wins and one loss. Graeme Walsh went down by a small margin of 14 to 18 with all players struggling, but doing their best on the day. John Dennis had a win of 20 to 12. It was a great win to our 3rd team

skipped by Mike Hansell taking top spot with 27 to 12 win. This gave us a 61 to 42 overall win. Division Four played its game at West Launceston, but unfortunately lost their three games, struggling on West’s grass green. Rink 9, skipped by Roy Charlton, battled all day with very little luck, going down 11 to 28. Tony Williams and team picked up after lunch but not enough to catch up, losing 14 to 23 and Kylie Blackwell’s team bowled more consistently but went down 14 to 26.

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Scottsdale Bowls Report

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• Scottsdale Show Scottsdale Recreation Ground • Book Launch for Legerwood Days – 2.30pm Legerwood Hall • Winnaleah Christmas Market 10:00am – 2:00pm Winnaleah

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Annual General Meeting Electors of the Dorset municipal area are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting of Council for the 2022/23 financial year, to be held at the Upstairs Function Room, Multi-Function Centre, Bridport Recreation Ground, South Street, Bridport on Monday, 20 November 2023 commencing at 6:00 pm (prior to the scheduled ordinary Council Meeting). The agenda for the meeting includes the formal presentation of the 2022/23 Annual Report and the discussion of any related public submissions. Guidelines for the meeting will be in accordance with Policy 41 – Council Meeting Procedures. Copies of the 2022/23 Annual Report are available by contacting the Council Office, 3 Ellenor Street, Scottsdale on 6352 6500 or can be downloaded from Council’s website www.dorset.tas.gov.au Members of the community are invited to make submissions on any aspect of the 2022/23 Annual Report. Written submissions are to be addressed to the General Manager, PO Box 21, Scottsdale 7260 or sent via email to gm@dorset.tas.gov.au and received no later than 12 noon on Wednesday 15 November 2023. Electors may present motions (maximum of 2 per elector) at the Annual General Meeting and if passed, the resolution will be considered by Council at its next meeting. JOHN MARIK General Manager

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Kendall’s Killers 5 D Ringarooma 4 The Killers were minus a couple of their big brass but those that stepped up still managed to play the tune. Their fly-in Hodgetts probably needs a shuffle down the order to gain some momentum as he has been a tad slow out of the blocks and leaves his run too late. It was three all at interval with Reynolds and Williams doing the stitch up stuff for the Hub, while Stevens and DeJersey won the last two singles for the Killers. It was four all after the first two doubles and there was some quick visits to the relief room and in the last the Hub’s old relief the farm in tense moments to McDonald and DeJersey. Kendall’s Dogs 5 D Weldborough 4 One wonders how our teachers of our days cleaned the black board as some few weeks ago after several attempts to locate a board Boags brewery answered the notice call and all letter headed. Have we no elbow grease or such a common thing these days as spray and wipe. The visitors only took the spoils in one game at home last week, so confidence was low. The Dogs took the first three and an alone trip home looked on the horizon, then Groves and Rainbow gritted their teeth and said ‘leave your shirts on’ as they took two singles to be 4-2 down. They then took the first doubles, but Brown and Cain sealed the deal while Nolan and Cash added some respectability to win the last. Branxholm 5 D Ringarooma Robins 4 The Siberian outfit has not fitted into the winners’ shoes too often this season but the juke box had the dust well and truly blown off it after this win. Craig Smith said the enthusiasm at training Thursday evening felt as if the team was starting to believe in their ability after some hill billy type showing and he won both games and Faye Smith and Tompkinson is a regular to the winners’ podium. Snowy Bennett did his bit winning both games, as did Bruce Branch, but the rest were out on a limb. Scottsdale RSL 5 D Winnaleah 4 On paper and the mumble you hear from Grant Lethborg, the Bearcats are unbeatable but they have been a long time coming to the surface with a winning formula. Duffy won both games as did Kerrison while “Hank” Williams played some gems in his singles, Alan Mountney won two games for the Pies as did Leigh Shaw and I must say on behalf of all, it’s good to see him back on the cloth. Simon Black won both games and the free meal voucher at the pub.

SPORTS RESULTS BRIDPORT GOLF CLUB NOVEMBER 1, 2023 MONTHLY TROPHY Div 1: T. Nichol 72 Decanter: T. Nichol 72 Runner Up: M. Bauld 75 Div 2: H. Davies 77 Runner Up: L. Lockhart 81 N/Pin Div 1 6/15: K. Cuthbertson N/Pin Div 2 1/10: M. Bauld L/Putt O/Field: B. Laird Putting: L. Lockhart 30 Men’s Winner: D. Dodson 36 pts

Croquet: J. Ranson Next Week: Stroke/Second Round Championships SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2023 STABLEFORD MEN Winner: D Hyland 37 c/b O Freeland & S Ayres, C Nicholls 36, K Russell 34 Div 2 Winner: O Freeland 37 N/Pin 1/10: M Ayres, 6/15: D Freeland Longest Putt O/Fld: D Hyland WOMEN

Winner: H Davies 30 c/b L Lockhart Next Week: Stroke/Monthly Trophy/ Decanter 1st round Championships.

Runner up: Tony Collins, 36 points Men’s Longest putt: Peter Beattie Gobbler - Darrell Wells

SCOTTSDALE GOLF CLUB

SATURDAY TOURNAMENT 4BBB Winners: G. Booth & R. Shea, 42 pts Others: K. Smith & M. Jago, C/B M & L Vandermolen, 40 pts;M & K Cuthbertson, 39 pts; T & J Collins, 38pts NTP 1/10: M. Jago NTP 5/14: M. Vandermolen Longest Putt: J. Collins

OCTOBER 31, 2023 HALLOWEEN STABLEFORD Ladies Winner: Julie Collins, 33 points Runner up: Tracey Taylor, 30 points Longest putt: Julie Collins Men’s Winner: Peter Beattie, 37 points

NOVEMBER 4-5, 2023

SUNDAY STROKE Day’s Winners: Graeme Booth C/B, T. Fletcher & R. Kerrison 72 nett Ladies Winner: Tracey Taylor C/B, T. Hall 76 nett Others: (M) K. Smith 73, M. Dobson C/B, R. Johns 74 (L) L. Dobson C/B, K. Gofton 87 nett NTP 1/10: (2nd Shot) T. Taylor NTP 5/14: R. Johns NTP 4/13 (2nd Shot): R. Johns Longest Putt: M. Jago Next Week: Medal Day and Gold Medal Play-Off

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Fun run in the Bridport sun HUNDREDS OF people turned out to enjoy the sunshine at Bridport’s Village Green on Sunday for the annual Bridport 10+ Fun Run. From parents with prams to serious athletes, the event attracted people from across the state to take on the challenging yet stunningly scenic course. The day started with the 2km fun run with dozens of children taking part, some with parents in tow. Hunter Dean, 13, from Launceston was the convincing winner of the 5km event while Beechford’s David Thomas smashed the field to win the 10+ title. Organisers, the Bridport Surf Life Saving Club, said it was a great day for the community and thanked all the volunteers and sponsors who made it happen again.

• Runners Sam Ashlin and David Bailey lead the start of Bridport 10km run.

• Val Byers heading towards the finish line.

• Runners Jenny Millwood and Shirley Hall.

• David Thomas out on the course.

• Shontelle and Arlie Reeve with Millie Sattler, Toby, Billie and Kathryn Hay.

BRIDPORT TIDES WED 8 NOV LOW 1:12 am HIGH 7:27 am LOW 1:43 pm HIGH 7:28 pm

• Charles Archer grabbing a refreshment from the drink station.

• Maddy Reid followed closely by Steven Bird.

• Barbara Clayton heading into the finish line.

• Hunter Dean, 13, from Launceston won the 5km event.

• Bonnie Dennis and Annie Barnett finishing strongly.

• Josh Sattler receives a drink at the top of the 10k course.

• Tomahawk minus 1hr • Eddystone Point minus 1hr 35min • St Helens Wharf minus 1hr 15 mins

THU 9 NOV LOW 1:48 am HIGH 8:02 am LOW 2:25 pm HIGH 8:13 pm

FRI 10 NOV LOW 2:30 am HIGH 8:42 am LOW 3:12 pm HIGH 9:08 pm

SAT 11 NOV LOW 3:19 am HIGH 9:29 am LOW 4:05 pm HIGH 10:12 pm

SUN 12 NOV LOW 4:16 am HIGH 10:21 am LOW 5:02 pm HIGH 11:21 pm

MON 13 NOV LOW 5:18 am HIGH 11:16 am LOW 5:58 pm

TUE 14 NOV HIGH 12:26 am LOW 6:22 am HIGH 12:12 pm LOW 6:53 pm

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SPORT

• New Magpies’ coach Joel Hayes is pictured with his three daughters Mila, Indigo and Aspen.

New coach for Magpies men

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THE SCOTTSDALE Football Club has appointed Joel Hayes as its senior playing coach for 2024. The 34-year-old has played 133 senior matches for the club, is a previous Reserves and Under 18 best and fairest winner, a two-time Under 18s premiership player, and an assistant coach in two other under 18 premierships. Hayes began his career with the Magpies in 2006, and his senior coach at the time was Troy Milne who will be assisting Hayes in 2024. Hayes has already been on the recruiting

path together with board members David Mullins and Marc Nunan, and senior players Joe Krushka and Kyle Lanham. Outgoing coach and three time best and fairest winner Ethan Petterwood wished Hayes well, and he will be a key target for the recruiting staff. “We’ve had some really positive feedback from a number of interested players, and hopefully we’ll be able to make some firm announcements in the next few weeks,” Hayes said. The new coach’s primary objective is to improve on what was a disappointing 2023.

“I think we’ve got plenty to work with, and I like the look of a couple of boys who were part of the club’s Under 16 NTJFA premiership team. “Age shouldn’t be a factor. If they have the ability and the physical attributes, then they should be given a crack at senior level,” Hayes said. He is also keen to maintain the “one club” approach. “Having women playing has been a real bonus for the club in many ways, and so when practice matches are arranged, I want the women’s team and the underage

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teams playing as well,” Hayes said. Club president Cameron Moore said that Hayes’ inclusive approach and clear understanding of the importance of Auskick and junior football was a significant factor behind his appointment. “And, of course, having a local bloke with strong connections to our community and the club, is a good sign for our future,” he said. Training for the men will commence on Monday, November 20.

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