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Rod Run returns

IT’S BACK: Cars and crowds filled Bright over the weekend in the first rod run since 2019. Further pics page 9.

REVVING engines filled the air last weekend for the first official Bright Rod Run in three years, with some attendees estimating it as one of the biggest in the event’s history.

Senior Sergeant Doug Incoll of the Bright Police estimated between 10 -15,000 were in Bright for the event, with an unprecedented number of visitors on Saturday and cars “bumper to bumper” for most of the day.

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to travel from Porepunkah to Bright,” he said.

“It was pretty well at and over capacity - there were cars parked on every bit of spare ground in Bright.”

On Saturday afternoon

Springhurst resident Peter Canning was watching the cars roll past with his family on Ireland Street, having attended the event for the past 30 years.

“It’s probably one of the best ones we’ve seen so far,” he said.

He estimated the event was 50 per cent busier than he had previously seen.

“Everyone’s having a

great time,” he said.

Melbourne resident David Lamb has been attending the rod run for 15 years, and said the event has been growing steadily in that time.

“When we used to drive up from Myrtleford we could drive straight through,” he said.

“There’s not enough Bright anymore.”

However, treasurer of the

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Bright Rod and Kustom Club Mike Dealy said the event was successful, but visitation didn’t reach the peak of the 2018 event.

“We’ve probably forgotten in the three years since we’ve had one how busy it does get,” he said.

“It had a busier feel, but I don’t think it was as busy as 2018.”

According to Mr Dealy, income from the event was lower than previous years and fewer cars were

displayed at Pioneer Park due to the condition of the oval.

“Costs have gone up an awful lot, in some cases as much as 50 per cent,” he said.

Tom Buckley, owner of three hospitality venues in Bright, said they had strong customer numbers from Thursday through to Sunday.

“It felt like one of the biggest,” he said.

“I’ve grown up in Bright, I’ve been around it for 20-odd years and it had a really good feel about it.”

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TWO major Myrtleford locations are set to receive solar panel installations in the near future in a move to increase the town’s sustainability and emergency resilience.

Last week the Myrtleford RSL received a grant of $49,909 from the Alpine Community Bushfire Recovery Grants Program for a 15Kw solar power system with battery backup to support off-grid light and power at peak load, from last light through to midnight.

According to Myrtleford RSL secretary John Twyford, the installation will make the RSL more sustainable, both financially and environmentally, and make it into an emergency hub during natural disasters.

The grant will also fund upgrades to door and window seals to provide an airtight building for the purposes of providing a clean air indoor environment free of bushfire smoke.

It will also contribute to the installation of a large TV/smart screen in the main hall of the Myrtleford RSL, connected for real-time, on-line incident control briefings during community emergency and disaster events.

We’re ecstatic about it,” Mr Twyford said.

“It’s definitely going to help us provide a service to vulnerable people in the community in times of need.”

SUSTAINABLE STEPS: Myrtleford RSL secretary John Twyford with Myrtleford Community Power (MCP) member and recreation reserve committee secretary Mike Clarke and MCP member David Coates.

PHOTO: Brodie Everist Mr Twyford said the RSL still needs around $30,000 for a larger battery, to ensure the building can be powered until around midnight.

The RSL’s Monster Christmas Raffle, with tickets due to start selling this month, will help raise money for the installation.

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Meanwhile, the Myrtleford Recreation Reserve committee was recently successful in its grant application for a 9.96 kilowatt solar panel system to be installed on the AW

Richardson Pavilion, under the Victorian Government’s Solar on Public Buildings grants scheme.

The installation is set to occur after the planned recladding of the pavilion roof in December.

Debbie Geddes, treasurer of the Myrtleford Recreation Reserve Committee of Management, said the installation will help keep

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running costs down for the showgrounds.

“A recreation reserve that’s going to be using green energy - we’re really excited about that,” she said.

Under the same Victorian Government grants scheme the Myrtleford indoor Sports stadium received a 19.89 kilowatt solar panel installation in August last year.

According to MCP, the

RSL installation will ensure the building reaches nearly 100 percent self-sufficiency, while the Richardson Pavilion installation will make the showgrounds around 80 per cent selfsufficient.

Further information on the Alpine Community Bushfire Recovery Grants Program is available on page five.

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Bogong landslide causing economic losses, events cancelled

Customers can support food relief drive BRIGHT Woolworths’ supermarket has commenced a Local Community Food Drive to help deliver high priority food relief to those experiencing hardship, in the lead-up to Christmas.

Customers can donate non-perishable food items into the specially marked Local Community Food Drive trolley, found instore, up until November 15.

Items include: breakfast cereals; pasta, rice and instant noodles; canned fish or meat; spreads (peanut butter, honey, jam); and baked beans and spaghetti.

BIG LOSSES: Accommod Accommodation owner Lachlan Beckett said his lodge was fully until the landslide hit. booked in November un

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THE Bogong High Plains Road landslide has disrupted a predicted strong summer tourist season for Falls Creek, with the road closed to all traffic, except emergency service vehicles, and no sign of the debris being cleared anytime soon.

Major sports events, such as the Ignition Mountain Bike Festival, the Australian Grinduro gravel festival, the Fox Superflow enduro race, and the Alpine Challenge marathon have been cancelled or postponed, which were expected to greatly boost visitation to the resort and ensure local venues remained economically viable.

Falls Creek Chamber of Commerce president Lisa Logan predicted the Mountain Bike Festival alone would have brought between 1000-1500 people to the resort over the three-day event.

“It was really shaping up to be one of our best summers ever,” she said.

Lachlan Beckett, co-owner of the Coroona Lodge in Falls Creek, anticipated his business would lose around $100,000 in revenue if the landslide remains until December or January.

According to Mr Beckett, his business was fully booked for the events in November.

“We were chockers,” he said.

MASSIVE: The landslide across Bogong High Plains Road remains active, with debris still falling across the road, according to the Department of Transport.

“The economic loss of them alone, let alone all the other visitation is quite large.”

According to Mr Beckett, authorities have said the landslide isn’t predicted to be cleared until December or January at the earliest.

Department of Transport regional director Steve Bowmaker said the department’s geotechnical team is currently completing assessments to determine the best long term plan to reduce the risk of further landslips at this site.

“Crews are using equipment to safely bring down soil, rocks and trees from above the road and clearing the site,” he said.

The department did not offer a timeline for the clearance of the

landslide, but did confirm the landslide remains active, with debris continuing to move onto Bogong High Plains Road.

Krista Sturday, marketing coordinator for Falls Creek Alpine Resort, said the resort is hopeful the landslide will be cleared by Christmas.

“We’re very hopeful that postChristmas the road will be stable, and we’ll be able to get up and hold all our events and have all our businesses up there be able to enjoy the summer season with visitors,” she said.

Without the half-hour drive to Mount Beauty the town is isolated, with ambulances a 2-hour drive from Omeo, and suppliers driving seven hours to stock the local supermarket.

To stock the Falls Creek Foodworks, suppliers from the Mount Beauty Foodworks are driving north to Tangambalanga, south to Shannonvale and then up the Bogong High Plains Road to Falls Creek.

The Falls Creek supermarket is currently open Monday and Thursday for an hour and a half so that locals can pick up their online orders and buy non-perishable goods.

Nick Cook, owner of the Mount Beauty Foodworks, said their priority was to ensure there is a supply of fresh food for residents.

“It’s not really an economically viable situation, but we’re doing it to provide some form of service to the community,” he said.

Festival rescheduled BRIGHT’S Alpine Valley Vibes festival has been rescheduled for January following wet weather and flooding in regional Victoria.

Alpine Valley Vibes 2023 will now be held at Pioneer Park in Bright on Saturday, January 21, 2023.

Event organisers Always Live, Live Nation Special Events and the Alpine Shire Council announced the decision last Thursday, citing uncertain weather and wet grounds impacting the event.

The event will still feature the original line-up of Australian artists,

including Jessica Mauboy, Illy, Gretta Ray and The Buoys.

Originally planned for November 12, Alpine Valley Vibes was created to support the Alpine Shire’s young people and communities to continue to revitalise after the 2019/20 bushfires and the COVID-19 pandemic, and to provide some assistance to local economic recovery.

RESCHEDULED: Bright’s Alpine Valley Vibes festival has been rescheduled for January 21, 2023.

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Society launches 2023 calendar THE Myrtleford and District Historical Society have launched their yearly calendar of ‘Historic Myrtleford Images’.

The images selected for the 2023 historical calendar range from an artist’s engraving of the town in 1865 to children at a RSL Christmas party in 1947 and demolition of the railway station goods shed in 1982.

The blend of photographs from the historical society catalogue and the ‘Tiff Rayner Collection’ represent community and working life across that period.

The calendars are available at the Old School Museum on Sunday afternoons or at their monthly Flea Market.

Historical society president John Taylor thanked the Myrtleford Post Office and Myrtleford Newsagency for selling the calendars on behalf of the society.

“Purchasing one for $20 is a means of supporting our ongoing work of preserving and displaying artefacts and assisting increasing numbers of people doing family research in what has been another very challenging year for community museums,” he said.

The historical society will also be holding their annual general meeting tomorrow, November 10, at 7pm at the Myrtleford Uniting Church hall on Albert Street.

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No quick fix to network challenges

By ANDY WILSON THERE may be no quick fix for the Alpine Valley’s telecommunications and network challenges but there has been significant progress from government, NBN Co, and at least one business owner to improve local issues.

Local IT expert and former secretary of the Bright Chamber of Commerce Bruce Hore has been so frustrated that he is willing to pay out of his own pocket to fix one black spot problem.

Mr Hore said last week that he was willing to bear the cost of maintaining the installation which would be almost $2000 per year.

“I offered Parks Victoria the installation of a Starlink system a few years ago and have had a positive response,” Mr Hore said.

“Holidaymakers who come to Bright and Mt Buffalo multiply the population three-fold during peak seasons, and then blame the town for poor

Skate series continues in Bright BRIGHT skaters, BMXers and scooters will compete next weekend as the North East Skate Series continues.

Local enthusiasts will have the opportunity to compete for a regional place as part of the Australia-wide Skate Park League series, held in partnership with YMCA Action Sports, Skate Australia, Victorian Skateboarding League and Aus Cycling.

The event will kick off at 11am with the skaters before BMX competitors begin at 12.30pm and scooters at1.30pm.

The Bright Skate Park is located off the Great Alpine Ride near the Morses Creek bridge.

coverage, which is reflected in poor reviews of hospitality services.”

Damien and Nicole Gardner have camped at Porepunkah every Easter for over 10 years and find the network coverage frustrating.

“We visit local cafes to use their wifi but cannot access coverage at the caravan park,” Mrs Gardner said.

“It can be frustrating, but at least it gets us in to town to support local businesses,” she said.

Consumer watchdog, the ACCC, has received 39 submissions to its recently released consultation paper on July 1 this year.

Mr Hore is experienced in how the telecommunications industry operates and has provided a submission.

“Market failure of mobile telecommunications to rural and regional Australia does nothing more to demonstrate this failure by applying large corporate decision-making processes that might work fine in metropolitan areas, but simply don’t work in rural

IF YOU WANT SOMETHING DONE: IT expert Bruce Hore. and regional areas, and could kill people in any emergency,” he said.

“The current state of mobile telecommunications can be summed up as a failed market, with small defects within regional tower infrastructure driving service vulnerabilities throughout the entire service chain.

“This is increased particularly by dominance of one or two key monopoly providers.”

Mr Hore said that at least one business in Bright closes during January and February and relocates to another town for reliable network coverage.

“The inability of adequate service during the tourist months, when the population

of Bright triples, should be of concern to the ACCC, but telecommunication companies only operate to meet the demands of census population numbers and the reality is different when the town is fully booked with tourists.”

The Federal Government launched its own inquiry in September into allowing multiple providers at each tower, rather than current monopoly arrangements.

The Federal member for Indi, Dr Helen Haines, helped establish the inquiry and has been successful in securing funding for the area.

In last month’s Federal budget, $400m was allocated for improving regional mobile reception in addition to $200m for other regional programs, with another $30m set aside for farmers.

Dr Haines said the solution for local telecommunication challenges needed ‘practical action’.

“There is a strong recognition by this government that regional areas have not been serviced well and so they’ve

announced big money with fibre to the node and to the business as well,” Dr Haines said.

“We have had long-standing issues with this and the impact this has on small businesses is significant,” she said.

“We need to address the issue of congestion on our networks.”

“The last round of improvements targeted bushfire areas, so this is not just about business or making a social call, but this is absolutely about safety as well.”

Dr Haines has proposed legislation which mandates carriers to provide a minimum speed of 25mbps at all times instead of it being the maximum requirement, which was reached only once a day.

NBN Co has been supporting Bright by installing public wifi along the river precinct to give tourists a boosted reception area.

A representative from NBN Co said that there were fibre upgrades currently underway in the town which are expect-

ed to be ready by the end of 2023.

“Bright will then have fibre to the node and to businesses,” they said.

NBN Co said that residents need to apply to their mobile provider for improved coverage.

A co-investment program between the Victorian Government and NBN Co was announced on October 12, to invest in satellite communications to improve coverage, and is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.

However, two applications from NBN Co and council to the Federal Government for extra funding were unsuccessful.

NBN Co also provides local support, having technicians within the region and a representative in Bright.

Telstra was unavailable for comment.

Submissions to the federal inquiry can be made at: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/House/Communications/Mobileco-investment.

Energy efficient lights to roll out across Alpine Shire MORE than 1300 street lights across the Alpine Shire will be upgraded to energy efficient LED lighting over the next six months.

Alpine Shire Council’s Energy Efficient Lighting Upgrade Project will see around 1333 inefficient streetlights replaced with LED luminaires.

According to council, residents may experience some changes to traffic conditions during the installations, however, replacing each street light takes less than five minutes, so any traffic disruptions should not last long.

The changeover of street lights involves a single elevated work platform with two to three crew members.

All cars can remain parked on the streets.

Works are expected to take place on weekdays between 6am - 6pm.

Alpine Shire mayor Sarah Nicholas said the project supports the outcomes set out in Council’s Climate Action Plan.

“It’s an essential step towards

LIGHT ‘EM UP: More than 1300 street lights across the Alpine Shire will be upgraded to energy efficient LED lighting over the next six months. our commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from council corporate operations to net zero by July 2023,” she said.

“Council declared a climate emergency in November 2021 in recognition of the vital role that we and our community must play in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change.

“As part of our Climate Action Plan, we are actively looking at ways to reduce our electricity use.

“This will bring benefits such as lower costs and frees up renew-

able electricity for other users.

“We want to leave our world to our children and grandchildren knowing that it has a sustainable and thriving future.”

Cr Nicholas said LED lighting install began across the shire last week and will run for the next 5 - 6 months.

“The new LED luminaires are up to 82 per cent more energy efficient and will increase lighting quality, with more light being directed toward the ground where it is needed, reducing light pollution into the night sky,” she said.

“The lighting will save enough to pay itself off in 4-6 years - each year afterwards is a net positive for council and, by extension, the community.

“This project will also be supported through rebates from a number of organisations, including AusNet and Department of Transport, once installation is complete.”

The project is anticipated for completion by March 2023.

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GHOULS, superheroes and even zombie nuns descended upon Alpine towns last week as trick or treaters walked the streets for lollies.

Myrtleford resident Vicki Burrington had adorned her Standish Street property with spiders, macabre masks and ghosts for the Halloween festivities on October 31.

“I figured kids have had a bad couple of years - let’s give them some fun,” she said.

Jed Devereux and members of his family were braving the rain at around 4:30pm last week in their quest for goodies.

Dressed as an Australian boxer, he had almost filled his bucket with sweets after only 20 minutes of walking door-to-door.

“I like the sour stuff and the warheads,” he said.

Alpine Shire mayoral election set for last night

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE

TERRIFYING: (Top, from left) Jed Devereux, Vicki Burrington, Taylor Burrington, (middle) Willow Heafield, Harry Heafield, Matilda Burrington, (bottom) Elsie devereux and Elsie devereux were joining in the frightening Halloween fun last week.

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THE Alpine Shire Council was due to elect a new mayor at their monthly meeting last night.

The newly elected mayor and deputy mayor will replace Cr Sarah Nicholas and Cr Katarina Hughes after their year long term, or the councillors will be re-elected for another term.

Council was also set to award a contract for the construction of the Dinner Plain Activation Phase 1 building works and get an update on the results of the community survey and project delivery timelines for the Dinner Plain Activation Phase 2 and Dinner Plain Snowmaking projects, to seek council’s approval to proceed with detailed design for both projects.

A full report from last night’s meeting will be in next week’s edition.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Step up and learn the ‘Myrtleford Story’ IN the classified columns of the local newspaper an advertisement appears inviting residents to the Historical Society’s AGM on November 10.

It appears at a time when voluntary organisations all over the country are in need of more support for the work they do.

Our organisation is no exception.

Many people from time to time congratulate our volunteers for the service they perform, who open the Old School Museum on Sunday

conducting activities every year in the town’s annual festivals.

It is now time for more people to step up and assist us with these tasks, enjoy being a local historian and learn the ‘Myrtleford Story’.

John C Taylor, OAM President of the Myrtleford and District Historical Society Inc

afternoons, conduct the monthly flea market, fund the publication of historical books and an annual calendar and conduct research on family history.

This is apart from the fortnightly historical feature which the ‘Times/Observer’ kindly publishes (which has now reached 60 articles) and

LETTERS to the editor must be signed with the full name, address and contact telephone number of the author provided.

Letters under 250 words are preferred and we reserve the right to edit letters to fit available space. Nom de plumes will only be published at the editor’s discretion. Opinions expressed are not necessarily shared by this newspaper.

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Student creativity on show

By BRODIE EVERIST WHEN tasked with creating artwork on a household object, instead of a conventional board or canvas, some Bright P12 College students chose plates or pots, some forgot to find an item and were given vinyl records or woodsaws by the teacher.

Year nine student Sam Gough chose his bedroom door.

Illustrated with acrylic paint and paint pens, he has painted cartoons on the door in the style of ‘The Wizard of Id’, the syndicated newspaper cartoon.

“I read it in the newspaper, I like it,” Sam said.

His work is one of the many pieces on show at the Bright Art Gallery in Bright P-12 College’s Exhibition of Student Work.

The exhibition will feature works by prep students through to works by graduating year 12s.

The Bright community is also invited to the school’s primary music soiree today and their secondary soiree tomorrow, both starting at 6pm.

Art teacher Janmaree Duguid said the exhibition is a wonderful way to showcase the students’ artistic development and inspire them.

“The exhibition really enables the kids to see their work in a public space,

GETTING CREATIVE: Artwork from prep to year 12 is showcased in Bright P-12 College’s Exhibition of Student Work, showing daily until Wednesday next week. PHOTO: Brodie Everist which not many schools can have,” she said.

“They’re proud to have their work displayed where others can see and comment on it, and they are very excited to bring their family and friends.”

According to Ms Duguid, the gallery volunteers appreciate the exhibition as it often brings new visitors to the gallery.

“They go along to see the schoolwork and they realise, ‘oh, this is where

the gallery is’,” she said.

Art projects in the exhibition include monochromatic selfportraits by year 10 students and free drawn sketches by year 10s and 9s.

Year 7 students have

painted boards using sponging to blend colours, many featuring popular cartoon characters.

Year 6 students have drawn birds, both near and far in a perspective exercise.

There will also be many skateboards painted for a design exercise to create a unified artwork across the entire board.

A silent auction of two wall hangings made up of prints created by prep to year four students will run throughout the exhibition to raise funds for the gallery.

The exhibition will be open daily from today until November 16 from 10am-5pm, and open late on November 11, 15 and 16 from 10am -8pm.

Local community groups share in more than $340k

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE ALPINE Shire community groups have shared in a total of $340,916 grants funding, thanks to the Bendigo Bank’s Bushfire Disaster Appeal recovery grants program.

As the third anniversary of the Black Summer Bushfires approaches, the disaster appeals - facilitated by the bank’s charitable arm, Community Enterprise Foundation - last week an-

nounced the 11 recipients.

The Myrtleford Chamber of Commerce and Mount Beauty Golf Club each received $50,000 for a multi-function mobile facility and static water supply, respectively.

Myrtleford RSL received $49,909 for a solar power system, battery, and associated items.

Sustainable Upper Ovens Inc received $49,680 for a pilot study to trial two community-based funding

models to provide solar PV installations for low-income households.

Upper Ovens Valley Landcare Group were granted $47,745 for riparian area restoration at the Ovens River/ One Mile Creek junction.

Mount Beauty Neighbourhood House received $26,459.70 for a roof replacement.

The air medical service and charity, CareFlight, received $26,450 for car crash

simulation training for first responder bushfire preparedness.

Myrtleford Neighbourhood Centre received $18,000 for a local history initiative; story telling for recovery and resilience in the Alpine Shire.

The 2023 Mount Beauty Music Festival received $12,260.

The Bright Lions Club received $6610 for facilities improvements and Bright Coworking Inc received

$3803 for a technology and ergonomic upgrade.

Branch manager at Community Bank Bright, Mark Ditcham, said the local community knows from experience that “recuperation from a disaster of this magnitude would be a marathon, not a sprint”.

“We all know community organisations play a critical role in rebuilding and strengthening the social fabric within our communities

and supporting these groups is critical in enabling them to facilitate programs, and to return to normal business,” he said.

The Alpine Community Bushfire Recovery Grants Program was set up to aid in the long-term recovery of the Alpine Region by assisting in the continued relief, recovery, reconstruction and sustainability of communities and people impacted by the Black Summer Bushfires.

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Furry friends grow community connections

By BRODIE EVERIST

A PAW-SITIVE INFLUENCE: (From left) Red Cross recovery and resilience team leader Jessica Davison, OVCC member Luisa Zanin with Brio the dog, Red Cross recovery and resilience officer Jai Edwards, Kelly Tapiolas from Gateway Health, Daisy Day from the Red Cross, Susie Geering from Gateway Health, and OVCC members Carolyn Jerome, Kathy Volkmer with border collie Annie, and Joe Leggio with dog Lola.

PHOTO: Brodie Everist

THE barking of kelpies and border collies punctuated the weekday quiet of the McNamara Reserve last Tuesday with farmers and dog owners converging for the free ‘Let’s Talk - Working Dogs’ training day organized by the Australian Red Cross.

A fenced ring had been set up next to the headquarters of the Ovens Valley Canine Club (OVCC), with dogs and their owners given the opportunity to round up sheep under the tutelage of renowned NSW sheepdog trainer Gary White.

“He’s got a nice gentle attitude,” OVCC lead trainer Kathy Volkmer said.

“He uses body language and emphasises body language a lot, which is what we try to incorporate in our training as well.”

Cattle breeder Libbe Pa-

ton brought one-year-old kelpie Rusty to the day, but she hadn’t yet been in the ring with him.

She is hoping to train Rusty to muster cattle on her farm in the Mitta Valley, which can fluctuate from 100-300 acres in size.

“Most of the time I’m there by myself shifting the cattle,” she said.

“When you’re trying to get them into the yards to do drenching or cattle health or get them pregtested - any of that stock movement I just need some help.”

But the day was not only for the education of dog owners, it was also to promote friendship and resilience amongst farmers and rural families to strengthen communities in the wake of bushfires, COVID-19 and the recent floods.

“We bring people off the land for a really nice

day out and get connected again,” Red Cross recovery and resilience team leader Jessica Davison said.

“We find that communities that have come together with things like this, where there’s been nice connections made, are often a lot more resilient in the face of future emergencies and disasters.”

The day was organised by the Australian Red Cross in association with Gateway Health, with catering provided by the OVCC. Myrtleford rural supplies cooperative TAFCO also donated prizes for the Melbourne Cup sweep that was planned for 3pm.

“Everyone’s chipped in, which is lovely,” Ms Davison said.

The Australian Red Cross had also organised similar working dog training days at Cudgewa and Barnawatha in late October.

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The major overhaul includes replacing the outdated wiring and electrical system to improve the load capacity of the system, and allow for new, high wattage lights to be installed to help illuminate the ground.

Dederang-Mount Beauty Football Netball Club president Richie Kreuzer said new lighting would be fantastic, not only for the club, but also for the reserve’s role as an emergency gathering point.

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Remembrance Day services this Friday

By BRODIE EVERIST

POPPY APPEAL: Myrtleford RSL members David and Lyn Cummins were selling poppies last Thursday on Myrtle Street, raising funds to support veterans and serving members of the armed forces. PHOTO: Brodie Everist

SERVICES across the Alpine Shire will be held to mark Remembrance Day this Friday, November 11.

All community members are asked to observe a minute of silence at 11am on Friday to remember those who died or suffered for Australia’s cause in all wars and armed conflicts.

In Bright, Ireland Street and the clock tower roundabout will be closed for the service between 10:30am and 11:30am.

It will begin around 10:40am, conducted by Bright RSL vice president Judy Moore, and feature a small speech from RSL presi-

dent Philip Keeghan.

In Mount Beauty, a short service will begin at 10:45am at the cenotaph on Lakeside Avenue, conducted by Mount Beauty RSL president Robert Williams.

Representatives from three local schools will lay wreaths.

Myrtleford RSL vice president Trevor Isherwood will lead the Remembrance Day service at the David Albert Lowerson VC Memorial Park, commencing at 10.45am in Myrtleford.

“It’s a time for celebration and a time for remembrance,” Mr Isherwood said.

“Friends gone but never forgotten, memories shared and all service personnel are re-

membered, even the animals.”

The annual poppy appeal will continue until November 11, raising funds to support current and ex-serving members of the Australian and Allied Defence Forces and their dependents.

In Myrtleford, RSL volunteers will sell poppies and other items at stands located at Foodworks, Coles, NewsXpress Myrtleford newsagency and the Myrtleford industrial estate.

Poppies can also be purchased at Bank WAW on Clyde Street and Arden’s Caravan Park.

In Bright, RSL volunteers will be selling poppies outside the Bright Hospital Op Shop on Ireland Street.

Falling property prices not reaching Alpine Shire

By BRODIE EVERIST PROPERTY data and analytics company CoreLogic has reported a 1.4 per cent decrease in house prices across regional Victoria, but local property agents say it hasn’t affected the alpine region.

According to CoreLogic’s national Home Value Index, Australia has moved through a sixth month period of declining property values, while regional Victorian property prices have fallen

4.5 per cent from their peak in May this year.

However, Dickens Real Estate sales manager Gerard Gray said property prices in Bright and surrounding areas hadn’t fallen from their high levels following the COVID-19 pandemic, and were likely to stay where they are.

“Prices have levelled out and in my experience they very rarely go down,” he said.

“Sometimes things take a little bit longer to sell, and it certainly feels like that’s

what’s happening at the moment.”

According to Mr Gray, the median price for properties around Bright is $1 million, with many buyers looking for properties between $11.2 million.

“Now that the dust has settled, people will realise that’s the current benchmark for pricing, and they’ll buy when they’re ready to buy,” he said.

Branch manager at Nutrien Ivone Agencies Bernard Ivone agreed the de-

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clining property values across Victoria weren’t reaching the Alpine Shire, with demand for properties remaining unchanged for the past 12 months.

He said house prices around Myrtleford remained high after increased demand during the COVID-19 pandemic caused prices to rise.

According to Domain’s September 2022 House Price Report, the median house price in the Alpine Shire was $787,500, a 0.3 per cent decrease on the June quarter.

This is in contrast to the 4.3 per cent fall in house prices in Melbourne over the same period.

According to Domain, this is the fastest fall in house prices in the city’s history.

CoreLogic research director Tim Lawless said the house price decline across some regions had eased, but it is probably too early to claim the worst of the decline phase is over.

“With Australian borrowers facing the double whammy of further interest rate

hikes along with persistently high and rising inflation, there is a genuine risk we could see the rate of decline re-accelerate as interest rates rise further and household balance sheets become more thinly stretched,” he said.

According to Corelogic, housing values across most of the broad regions of Australia remain well above preCOVID levels, implying most home owners remain in a positive valuation position relative to their purchase price.

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PEOPLE AROUND TOWN

Cathy Carne (with husband Neville Carne)

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How long have you lived in the area?

We bought a block of land between Myrtleford and Yackandandah about three years ago and in the last 12 months we’ve been building our house on the block. We moved in eight weeks ago.

What do you do for a living?

I’m a cook in aged care. I was working in Rochester, near Echuca, I transferred here into Alpine Health and I’m the first cook at Bright.

What are your hobbies and interests?

Our grandchildren. We’ve got a few acres with cows. We were dairy farmers for 20 years near Echuca.

What do you like about the area?

It’s beautiful - the scenery, the hills.

I like the climate and the people. I didn’t realise how lovely and friendly the people are here. We’ve been made to feel very welcome since we’ve moved in.

Where would you take visitors to showcase the area?

Probably up to Mount Buffalo. We saw the snow from our front veranda the other night on Buffalo, which was really beautiful - spectacular. We only got a quick glimpse of it because of the cloud.

Is there anything you would change about the area?

The potholes in the road? It’s very busy, which is great for the town.

Bright seems to have something on every weekend. No I don’t think I’d change anything.

How long have you lived in the area?

We came here from London 15 years ago.

Our family built apartments at Falls Creek.

What do you like about living in the area?

The feeling of safety, the definite changing seasons, and the people.

Would you like to see any changes?

More footpaths.

What do you do your hobbies and interests?

My fun job is at Gather and Harvest store, we are the “ Charlie’s Angels”. Making bath bombs, lip balms, candles and soaps on the premises. We source vessels for the candles from Bali. I own apartments at Falls Creek, and our family is in business with Duggans and Hanlon Constructions.

Where would you take people to showcase the area?

Up to Falls Creek. Pebble Beach Walk, and around the North East to nearby places like King Valley, Beechworth and more.

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What do you do?

I work here in Bright at Four Peaks Real Estate as a sales executive.

How long have you lived in the area?

Eight years now. I originally grew up in Wodonga and spent 20 years in Melbourne. I have come back to my old stomping ground, where we spent every holiday here almost weekly for years before finally biting the bullet and moving up. We were sick of living out of suitcases and spending so much time on the highway.

What are your hobbies and interests?

Any type of outdoor activity, really, and I quite enjoy the local beer and food opportunities that we have around here. I like taking cold plunges, and bike riding with the kids on the rail trail.

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I am involved with Rotary which I thoroughly enjoy as well. I think it is imperative that we keep volunteers because it is important to put back into the community instead of just taking from it. You meet so many wonderful people. I am a big fan of heading down the Buckland and Buffalo Rivers and walking in the pine plantations where you can just hide away. The bird life here is amazing.

Where would you take visitors to showcase the area?

I would have to say the Deer Farm, Ringer Reef Winery and Ginger Baker Cafe.

Is there anything you would change about the area?

Just keep Bright as it is. It doesn’t need to be changed. It’s perfect as it is.

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CLASSIC: One of the many stylish cars on display throughout Bright over the weekend.

WHAT A BEAUTY: Melbourne car restorer Joe Trapani had driven his client’s 1971 Ford XY GT to Bright on Saturday morning.

PHOTOS: Brodie Everist

IN THE ACTION: Ross Goulding, David Lamb and Linda Lamb were in the middle of Ireland Street on Saturday afternoon to watch the cars rumble past.

GOOD TIMES: Mansfield residents Trevor and Coral Dickson were visiting the rod run for the first time on Saturday.

A YEARLY EVENT: Springhurst residents (from left) Abby Canning, Kym Bourke and Peter Canning were on Ireland Street enjoying the good weather.

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Rod Run revs into Bright

By BRODIE EVERIST AN estimated 10-15,000 people visited Bright over last weekend for the Bright Rod Run, with many saying the event was busier than ever.

Visitors lined the streets to watch the souped-up cars drive through the town, many sitting along the rock walls on Gavan Street, others in the traffic

island in the middle of Ireland Street.

Melbourne car restorer Joe Trapani had driven his client’s 1971 Ford XY GT to Bright on Saturday morning.

“It drives like a bullet,” he said.

He was with his family on Coronation Avenue watching the cars roll past on their way to Pioneer Park.

“I love the cars, I love the smell of the petrol - it’s

awesome,” he said.

Senior Sergeant Doug Incoll of Bright police reported the vast majority of attendees were well-behaved and he particularly commended the rod run organisers for the official event at Pioneer Park.

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Bee kind during swarming season

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE WITH warmer weather upon us local beekeepers are reminding the community to keep an eye out for bees this swarming season.

Bright beekeeper David Stringer said swarming is a natural phenomenon and can occur during the whole of summer, based on the size of the hives.

“Swarming season usually starts in spring when the weather changes and we have a few warm days in a row,” he said.

“Swarming is a natural phenomenon and can take place when a hive is so big that the bees run out of room, or if the queen is ageing.

“A new queen is created by the worker bees and the hive prepares to split...when the hive splits, up to half the bees will leave the hive with either the new queen or old queen.

“They travel away from their hive and attach themselves to a tree, post, fence or anywhere they feel comfortable. “They bunch up and surround the queen to protect her and, once they have found a spot to be, many

BEE AWARE: Look out for harmless bee swarms during warmer weather. scout bees leave the bunch and go out looking for a suitable new home. “This can be a tree hollow, a cavity in a wall or anywhere that they can set up a new hive that is protected from the weather.

“The bees with the most convincing story will convince the bunch of bees to go to the new hive location; this is where they set up a new home.”

David, who has been beekeeping for 15 years, said bees are quite docile when they have swarmed and are not a threat to anyone unless disturbed. “They fill up their stomach with honey prior to

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Big plans for community patch

By BRODIE EVERIST MEMBERS of the Myrtleford Community Garden celebrated the official opening of their undercover shelter at their annual general meeting on Sunday October 30, and the group are looking forward to the installation of a greenhouse in coming months.

While the shelter had been near completion for some time, the installation of fencing that day meant it was finally ready for use.

The group held a barbecue under the shelter, while Alpine Shire councillor Ron Janas marked its opening with the symbolic cutting of a tomato.

The shelter was funded by a $10,000 grant from community development organisation Into Our Hands, and a $5200 contribution from Alpine Health.

The Myrtleford Community Garden group also contributed $2000.

A greenhouse is planned to be installed in the garden after Christmas, thanks to funding from the Bright Community Bank and the Alpine Shire.

Community garden president Mike Clarke said the greenhouse will be a significant enhancement to the garden, allowing them to propagate seedlings they can plant in the garden or sell.

He said they will also be working with the Myrtleford and District Landcare group to use the greenhouse in propagating local native species, such as the Stony Bush-pea, a rare shrub the landcare group has been planting on Reform Hill.

According to Mr Clarke, the 6m by 5m greenhouse will feature sliding doors and ventilation windows and sit on a base of crushed concrete.

They also plan to install a

sprinkler system for the greenhouse, however this will rely on a solar pump to send water from their water tanks, which has yet to be installed.

Another plan for the garden is a pathway up the hill to ensure people with disabilities can enjoy the garden.

At the AGM Mr Clarke was re-elected president, Alan Mitchinson was re-elected vice president, Susan Clarke was re-elected secretary, and Sjaani Vandenberg was elected treasurer.

Mr Clarke welcomed community members to visit the garden, harvest produce and drop off food waste into the compost bins.

While most of the beds only have newly-planted seedlings, there is a flourishing patch of herbs in the garden on Lawrence Street, and the warrigal greens and rhubarb are ready for picking.

READY TO DIG: (From left) Community garden members Cr Ron Janas, Mary Anne Wyatt, Glenda Janas, Barbara Broz, Alan Mitchinson, Sjaani Vandenberg, Sergio Broz and Mike Clarke where the new greenhouse will be installed.

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Bright skate park gets $30,000 grant for upgrade

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE BRIGHT skate park has received $30,000 in funding to go towards concept designs for a much needed upgrade, thanks to the State Government’s Local Sports Infrastructure Fund.

Local skateboarder and creator of the Alpine Shire Skateboarding Community Facebook group,

Ben Dittmer, said he was “super pumped” with the funding.

“This funding just makes our cause all the more legitimate so I’m stoked to keep it moving and do more,” he said.

“It means we can apply to other grants with this backing us, because we’ve mostly just been using community funding to raise money.

“I’ll be involved with the consultation and we’ll make sure the community is heard too.

“I’d personally love to see the site stay where it is and perhaps a broad range of obstacles in the upgrade for all ages and skill levels.

“I want it utilised by as many people as possible to keep that community feel.”

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The Victorian Budget 2022/23 provided an additional $88 million to deliver new and improved community sports infrastructure and programs to boost participation in local sports clubs and organisations.

Member for Northern Victoria, Jaclyn Symes, said initiatives like these are about “levelling the playing field, creating jobs, stimulating

local economies, and improving the health, wellbeing, and social outcomes for Victorian communities”.

“A 2020 report by KPMG commissioned by Sport and Recreation Victoria put an annual value of $7 billion on the economic, social and health benefits of community sport and active recreation infrastructure in Victoria,” she said.

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Region’s storages continue to spill RECENT flooding hasn’t helped when the hand of the region’s water authority is forced due to high rainfall and storages reaching capacity.

Lake Buffalo is a gated storage but is a relatively small catchment (23,504ML) compared to others in the region such as Dartmouth (4,000,000ML).

However, when water is released the outflow from Lake Buffalo, which connects to the Buffalo and Ovens rivers, can create some issues for property owners downstream.

Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) emergency controller Shayne Lowe explained that their water storages are not designed for flood mitigation purposes, although they do reduce peak flows downstream where possible.

With gated storages where they can manage water releases GMW take in elements such as current storage capacity and Bureau of Meteorology rainfall forecasts.

H HIGH WATERS: The gates have been fully open on Lake Buffalo in recent weeks to make room for iincoming rainfall.

“We are able to manage our gated storages by pre-releasing water to make room for further inflows,” Mr Lowe said.

“We determine whether releases are needed and the rate of any potential releases by assessing catchment conditions, storage levels, and the Bureau of Meteorology rainfall forecasts.

“During significant rainfall events, Lake Buffalo’s gates are fully opened, allowing all inflows to pass.

“This is because Lake Buffalo is a relatively small storage, and without the gates open, Lake Buffalo would soon reach capacity and begin to spill.

“The downstream impacts would be largely the same, but the potential damage to infrastructure would be more substantial.”

Mr Lowe said most of their storages are fixed crest spillways and they have limited ability to manage water levels at these storages, instead, they simply reach capacity and then begin spilling.

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At the moment, all GMW storages are releasing water over uncontrolled spillways or releasing via gated (controlled) spillways.

They are making room for further inflows from future rain events in order to mitigate downstream flooding as much as possible.

All releases are communicated to the relevant authorities so they can be used in modelling and flood warnings and advice.

GMW aims to have the storages at 100 per cent at the conclusion of flood events to maximise water availability for future use by its customers.

The level of flood mitigation that a water storage can provide depends on the operating rules of the storage, the size of the flood event, the level of water in the storage at the beginning of the event, the capacity of the storage and the capacity of the spillway.

Water storages may provide significant mitigation for small floods and may significantly re-

duce downstream flooding.

The storage’s ability to mitigate downstream flows so they remain below flood thresholds reduces as floods become larger.

Floods are natural events occurring on a regular basis in Victoria.

As a storage manager, GMW must be prepared to manage these events to minimise their negative and maximise their positive impacts as far as is possible within its control.

GMW storages take regard of the Australian National Committee on Large Dams (ANCOLD) and Victorian State Guidelines in their management, with regular inspections and works undertaken on them to maintain their integrity.

Each has a Flood Incident Management Plan that guides operators in how the storage is managed during flood events, and these plans have been activated.

The current level of inflows are well within the design parameters for all GMW’s storages.

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SHE’S BACK: Zuvele Leschen is a family face for the Labor Party having contested numerous state and federal elections in the past. INSET: NEW FACE: Zoe Kromar grew up in Mount Beauty and intends to nominate for the Australian Greens in Ovens Valley.

Labor, Greens to contest

By STEVE KELLY THE Labor Party and the Greens have announced Ovens Valley candidates for the upcoming state election, three weeks out from polling day on November 26.

Veteran federal Labor candidate and Buffalo River resident Zuvele Leschen, who was most recently contested the 2007 and 2010 federal elections, yesterday announced her Labor Party candidacy for the seat.

The former Alpine Shire councillor was a member of the country Labor executive, state Labor’s policy arm for rural and regional Victoria, for over 20 years, and served as its president for several years.

She has a long history of involvement in the community, serving on the board of Alpine Health, secretary for the Myrtleford Savoy Soccer Club (for

More candidates step p up p for Ovens Valleyy battle EARLY VOTING TO BEGIN EARLY voting for the state election begins November 14.

In the Ovens Valley electorate voters can attend voting centres at 46 Murphy Street, Wangaratta, and 26 McNally Street, Yarrawonga.

Early voting is also available at 82 High Street, Wodonga and 61 Fawckner Drive, Benalla, but the Victorian Electoral Commission advises it may take longer to vote outside your enrolled district.

Voters can also apply for a postal vote. which she was awarded Club Person of the Year), and secretary of the Myrtleford Landcare and Sustainability committee.

“I’m very proud to serve as Labor’s candidate for the Ovens Valley,” Ms Leschen said yesterday.

“The Andrews government has already promised a PET scanner for Wangaratta Base hospital, an upgrade for Wangaratta High School and capped train fares on our regional line.

“As well as these, the govern-

ment has committed to policies which will benefit all Victorians - such as reinstating the State Electricity Commission, which would literally put power back into the hands of Victorians.

“I’m looking forward to getting out into the community to discover the issues concerning ordinary people, and advocating on their behalf.”

Greens candidate and Mount Beauty resident Zoe Kromar also announced she will nominate for Ovens Valley.

Her bio on the Australian Greens Party website reads “your vote can push the next government to tackle the climate crisis by replacing coal and gas with 100 per cent renewable energy by 2030”.

Ms Kromar also mentions the building of more affordable housing and “an end to out-ofcontrol rent rises”.

They join incumbent Nationals Tim McCurdy and Liberal Democrat Julian Fidge who both intend to nominate for election in Ovens Valley.

Nominations opened on Wednesday but as of mid-yesterday afternoon zero nominations had been processed by the Victorian Electoral Commission.

The TAB has Labor as an unbackable favourite to win the election at $1.05 compared to the Coalition at $10.

Cheaper fares for regions

By GUS RIDDER A DAILY return trip from Wangaratta to Southern Cross Station on the V/Line rail or bus service network will only cost $9.20 instead of $67.60 if Labor is re-elected at this month’s state election.

The fares are part of a $1 billion package announced by Labor aimed at delivering cheaper public transport, more VLocity trains and extra weekend services for the regional rail network.

Unfortunately, despite several other major regional lines set to receive extra services, no new announcements have been made for the Albury line.

Discussions about regional trains have become a major talking point ahead of Novem-

TTravell to city i y and db back k on train, i ,b bus ffor under d $10 ber’s election, with the Coalition recently pledging to halve all V/Line fares if elected.

As part of the regional rail package, Labor will:  cap the cost of a daily ticket on the regional network at $9.20 for a full fare ($33.80 Coalition pledge), or $4.60 for a concession ($16.90 Coalition pledge) the same price as a metro daily fare;  order new VLocity trains; and  add almost 200 extra weekend services on major train lines in regional Victoria.

Premier Daniel Andrews spoke about the impact this investment will have for Victorians in regional areas.

“Cheaper fares, comfortable

trains and more frequent services - that’s what matters to commuters across regional Victoria, and that’s what Labor will deliver,” he said.

Regional commuters who use a myki pass to travel between 28 and 365 days a year will also be capped at the Melbourne rate, currently $5.52 per day.

Currently, all regional fares are calculated based on the distance travelled.

A full-fare return ticket from Melbourne to Wangaratta is currently $67.60.

Labor says these prices make it too expensive for families living in rural and regional Victoria to take the train to visit family and friends, or access vital health and education services in other re-

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ȅȒƳ ƬȒȇɀ Ȓȇƺ ɯȒɖǼƳ ƺɴȵƺƬɎ ǣȇƬǼɖƳǣȇǕ ȸƺɮƺȸɀƺ ƬɵƬǼƺ ǝƺƏɎǣȇǕ ƏȇƳ ƬȒȒǼǣȇǕً ƳȒɖ‫ٮ‬ ƫǼƺ ǕǼƏɿǣȇǕً n0( ǼǣǕǝɎǣȇǕً ƏȅȵǼƺ ƳƏɎƏ ȵȒǣȇɎɀً ƏƬƬƺɀɀǣƫǼƺ ƫƏɎǝȸȒȒȅ ɯǣɎǝ ɀǝȒɯ‫ٮ‬ ƺȸ ƏȇƳ ‫ א‬ɴ ‫ ׎׎׎ًד‬ǼɎȸ ɯƏɎƺȸ ɎƏȇǸɀِ zƏɎɖȸƏǼ ǼǣǕǝɎ ˡ ǼǼɀ Ɏǝƺ ɮƺȸɀƏɎǣǼƺ ˢ ȒȒȸ‫ٮ‬ ȵǼƏȇ ƬȸƺƏɎǣȇǕ ɮƏȸǣȒɖɀ ǼȒƬƏɎǣȒȇɀ ɀɖǣɎƏƫǼƺ ǔȒȸ ƬǼǣƺȇɎɀً ƬɖɀɎȒȅƺȸɀ ƏȇƳ ɀɎƏǔǔِ Áǝǣɀ ƫɖǣǼƳǣȇǕ ǝƏɀ ƫƺƺȇ ƳƺɀǣǕȇƺƳ ɎȒ ƫƺ ƺɴɎƺȇƳƺƳ ‫ ٮ‬ɀɖƫǴƺƬɎ ɎȒ ƬȒɖȇƬǣǼ ƏȵȵȸȒɮƏǼِ xƏǣȇ ƏƬƬƺɀɀ ɎȒ Ɏǝƺ ȸƺƏȸ ɵƏȸƳً ɯȒȸǸ‫ٮ‬ ɀǝȒȵ ƏȇƳ ȒɎǝƺȸ ǣȅȵȸȒɮƺȅƺȇɎɀ ǣɀ ɮǣƏ Ə ȅȒɎȒȸǣɀƺƳ ‫הِב‬ȅɎȸ ɯǣƳƺ ɴ ‫׏ِג‬ȅɎȸ ǝǣǕǝ ȸȒǼǼƺȸ ƳȒȒȸِ

Áǝƺȸƺ ǣɀ ƏǼɀȒ Ə ɎǝǣȸƳ ǣȇɮƺȸɎ Ȓȇ ÁȒȇƺ «ȒƏƳ ɯǝǣƬǝ ȵȸȒɮǣƳƺɀ Ə ɀƺƬȒȇƳ ƏƬƬƺɀɀ ȵȒǣȇɎ ɎȒ Ɏǝƺ ȸƺƏȸ Ȓǔ Ɏǝƺ ȵȸȒȵƺȸɎɵِ Áǝƺ ɯȒȸǸɀǝȒȵ ǣɀ ȇƺƏɎ ƏȇƳ ɎǣƳɵ ɯǣɎǝ Ɏǝȸƺƺ ȵǝƏɀƺ ȵȒɯƺȸ ƏȇƳ ȸɖȇȇǣȇǕ ɯƏɎƺȸِ Áǝƺȸƺ Əȸƺ ƏǼɀȒ ɮƏȸǣȒɖɀ ȒɎǝƺȸ ƬȒɮƺȸƺƳ ɀɎȸɖƬɎɖȸƺɀ ǣƳƺƏǼ ǔȒȸ ɀɎȒȸƏǕƺ ƏȇƳ ȵȸȒɎƺƬ‫ٮ‬ ɎǣȒȇ ǔȸȒȅ Ɏǝƺ ƺǼƺȅƺȇɎɀِ Áǝƺ ǼƏɵȒɖɎ Ȓǔ Ɏǝƺ ȸƺƏȸ ɵƏȸƳ ǣɀ ƬȒȇƳɖ‫ٮ‬ Ƭǣɮƺ ɎȒ ǔɖȸɎǝƺȸ ƬƏȵǣɎƏǼ ǣȅȵȸȒɮƺȅƺȇɎ ɀɖƬǝ Əɀ ǼƏȸǕƺȸ ɀǝƺƳƳǣȇǕ ǣǔ ȸƺȷɖǣȸƺƳ ٢ƏǼɀȒ ɀɖƫǴƺƬɎ ɎȒ ƬȒɖȇƬǣǼ ƏȵȵȸȒɮƏǼ٣ِ Áǝƺȸƺ Əȸƺ ȅƏȇɵ ǔƺƏɎɖȸƺɀ ɎǝƏɎ Ɏǝƺ ƺɵƺ ƬƏȇȇȒɎ ɀƺƺ ٫ ǔȸȒȅ ɀǣɴ ǣȇƬǝ ƬȒȇƬȸƺɎƺ ǣȇ Ɏǝƺ

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۴ Garry Nash & Co

¨ǝȒȇƺ ۴ 5722 2663 ¨ȸǣƬƺ

۴ $1,249,000 Plus GST

nȒƬƏɎǣȒȇ ۴ 229 Tone Road, Wangaratta ƳȸǣɮƺɯƏɵɀ ƏȇƳ ƬƏȸ ȵƏȸǸɀً ‫דِא‬ȅɎȸ Ƴƺƺȵ ȵǣƺȸɀً ‫׎׎ד‬ȅȅ Ƴƺƺȵ ɴ ‫׎׎ב‬ȅȅ ɯǣƳƺ ɀɎȸǣȵ ǔȒȒɎǣȇǕɀ ǔȒȸ Ɏǝƺ ȸȒƬǸ ɯƏǼǼ ɎǝȸȒɖǕǝ ɎȒ Ɏǝƺ ɖȵǕȸƏƳƺƳ ȵȒɯƺȸ ɀɖȵȵǼɵ ɎȒ Ɏǝƺ ȵȸȒȵƺȸɎɵ ٫ ƬȒȅȵǼƺɎƺ ɯǣɎǝ ȇƺɯ ƺǼƺƬɎȸǣƬƏǼ ƬȒȇɎȸȒǼ ƺȇƬǼȒɀɖȸƺِ XȇɀȵƺƬɎǣȒȇɀ Əȸƺ ǣȇɮǣɎƺƳ ɎȒ ɀƺƺ Ɏǝƺ ȵȒ‫ٮ‬ ɎƺȇɎǣƏǼ Ȓǔ ‫ חאא‬ÁȒȇƺ «ȒƏƳً áƏȇǕƏȸƏɎɎƏِ

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A UNIQUE PRESENCE

Executive living in town This beautiful contemporary three bedroom family home in popular Cambridge Drive Estate is sure to impress the astute buyer.

This fresh modern build is in one of Wangaratta’s most highly regarded suburbs.

The master suite features walk in robe and ensuite.

The remaining bedrooms have built in robes to suit the growing family or ǝȒȅƺ Ȓǔˡ Ƭƺ ɯȒȸǸƺȸِ A formal lounge room plus open plan kitchen/living/meals area lead out to the paved undercover outdoor entertaining area.

There is ducted gas heating and evaporative cooling for year round comfort.

A double garage has direct internal access.

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Let us work twice as hard for you Travis | 0477 138 372

Karen | 0400 500 681

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Agent

| Garry Nash & Co

Phone

| 5722 2663

Price

| $699,000

Location |

19 Logan Drive, Wangaratta

There are secure rear yards with side access.

It is all set on an established and easy to maintain 576m2 block.

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Nicole Dunstan

Phone

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0439 356 968

Price

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Expression of Interest

Address |

11-13 Meldrum Street , Wangaratta

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Peechelba 2100 Boorhaman Road

Wangaratta 9 Shadforth Street

1.58Ha

532m2

Build your dream home in Peechelba

Great First Home or Investor

Affordable with Street appeal

Ideal Presentation & Superbly Located

For Sale $310,000 View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L19187914 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

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For Sale $409,000 View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L19191693 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

For Sale $460,000 View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L20641924 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

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1

Wangaratta 30 Appin Street

1

688m2

Paul Reid M 0417 537 520

Hugh Amery M 0487 777 311

Harcourts Wangaratta

3

1

Wangaratta 17 Vernon Road

2

576m2

Paul Reid M 0417 537 520

Harcourts Wangaratta

1

2

Danial Siperki M 0400 027 473

Harcourts Wangaratta

NEW LISTING

2

Harcourts Wangaratta

NEW PRICE

FOR SALE

Wangaratta 76 Williams Road

Waldara Lots 5,7,9,10 Firbank Drive

Eldorado 99 Main Street

4010m2

671m2

Modern Low Maintenance Living

Old School Road Estate

The Bakery Eldorado

Big four, West End, Bus Stop

For Sale $477,500 View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L19191457 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

For Sale $505,000 - $515,000 View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L19258777 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

For Sale $520,000 View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L19187944 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

For Sale $669,000 View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L19194004 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

Wangaratta 21 Monash Drive 306m2

2

1

2

Paul Reid M 0417 537 520

Harcourts Wangaratta

5.39Ac

4

2

4326m2

5

2

2

2

Harcourts Wangaratta

NEW PRICE

AUCTION

Cheshunt 1092 Upper King River Road 42Ac

2

4

Joe McKenzie M 0423 655 179

NEW LISTING

Waldara 36 Rose Place

2

716m2

1

Harcourts Wangaratta

NEW LISTING

Stanley 42 Little Scotland Road

1

Paul Reid M 0417 537 520

Hugh Amery M 0487 777 311

Harcourts Wangaratta

3

5

3

5

Wangaratta 59 Burke Street 731m2

2

1

1

Family Living With Plenty of Room

On 1 acre, the Ultimate Entertainer is here

Picture Perfect in the King Valley

Great First Home or Investor

For Sale $1,295,000 View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L20484490 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

For Sale $1,290,000 - $1,390,000 View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L20628301 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

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For Sale $Auction 18/11/22 1pm Onsite View by appointment, www.wangaratta.nutrienharcourts.com.au/L20444822 Nutrien Harcourts Wangaratta

Paul Reid M 0417 537 520

Joe McKenzie M 0423 655 179

Harcourts Wangaratta

Harcourts Wangaratta

Harcourts Wangaratta

NEW LISTING

SOLD

Greta South 00 Benalla-Whitfield Road

Paul Reid M 0417 537 520

Danial Siperki M 0400 027 473

Harcourts Wangaratta

NEW PRICE

Rose River 867 Upper Rose River Road

Tarrawingee 70 Rusholme Road

Glenrowan 79 Dundas Road 2

100Ac

118.5 Ac

48.34Ha

Private, Peaceful, Paradise, River Frontage

Period Home, Liquor License, Agritourism Opportunity

“Grandview” 119Ac Alpine View, Everyday is a Good Morning

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TOYOTA C-HR GR SPORT HYBRID

Ŷ WINNING LOOKS: Toyota C-HR GR Sport is a real head-turner.

By ALISTAIR KENNEDY THE Toyota C-HR is a compact SUV that arrived here in 2016 when it filled the gap left by the RAV4 as that longserving and popular model steadily grew in size into the mid-size vehicle that it is now.

Our test car was the topspec C-HR GR Sport.

The GR stands for Gazoo Racing, Toyota’s global motorsport division, but if you’re looking for a hot-hatch type SUV then you’re going to be disappointed.

Apart from some suspension tweaks and 19-inch alloy wheels, the enhancements are largely cosmetic.

The complete C-HR range comes with two drivetrains, 1.2-litre naturally aspirated turbocharged petrol and 1.8-litre turbo petrol/ electric hybrid; three equipment levels, GXL, Koba and GR Sport; and either front- or all-wheel drive with the petrol-only models but only FWD with the hybrids.

STYLING The C-HR, marks quite a change in styling from the relatively conservative looks that have worked so well for Toyota over the years. No doubt aimed at younger buyers.

The acronym C-HR stands for Coupe High Rider and this does describe its styling - a coupe-like upper body but with the reasonably high stance of an SUV. The steeply sloped roofline tops off a lower body with plenty of creases and curves, especially around the rear.

‘Hidden’ rear door handles near the top of the C-pillar add to the coupe-like styling but can be a bit awkward to use.

Enhancements added to the GR Sport include bespoke two-tone 19-inch shad-

ow chrome alloy wheels; a bold vertical grille split by a thick chrome horizontal bar; and new foglight surrounds.

There are GR Sport badges on the front, sides and rear as well as on the brake calipers.

INTERIOR The sporty external theme is continued inside the C-HR GT Sport with dark silver highlights around the instrument panel and doors, piano black surrounds for the centre console and power-window switches.

Enhancements include GR Sport badging, leather accented sports seats and leatherwrapped steering wheel.

The rear seats are quite cramped although headroom is better than expected. Children are not going to like the tall front seats and high tapered side windows which combine to seriously limit outward visibility.

There are no ventilation controls and no USB ports in the rear.

The boot has a 318-litre capacity. There are tie-down and carry hooks. The spare wheel is a space saver below the boot floor.

POWERTRAINS C-HR comes with the choice of two powertrains. There’s a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol in the GXL and Koba variants, with either front- or all-wheel drive. Outputs are 85 kW and 185 Nm at 1500 rpm.

The Koba hybrid and C-HR GR Sport use a naturally aspirated 1.8-litre engine, with maximum power of 72 kW and 142 Nm of torque, with a 53 kW / 163 Nm electric for a combined power output of 90kW and an undisclosed amount of combined torque.

The 1.2-litre runs on stand-

ard unleaded petrol, the hybrid on premium.

Transmission is via continuosly variable transmission although there is no manual mode in the hybrid variants.

SAFETY Standard safety features across the C-HR range include seven airbags, enhanced ABS brakes with forward collision warning, brake assist and autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, road sign assist, rear cross traffic alert, hill-start assist, brake hold function and trailer sway control.

Koba (but not GR Sport) adds automatic braking to the rear cross traffic alert.

Also standard in all models is the Toyota Safety Sense package which adds lane trace assist, automatic high beam, active cruise control and pre-collision safety system with pedestrian detection.

INFOTAINMENT Compared with the expansive wide screens which are becoming increasingly common in many vehicles the 8.0inch touchscreen looks quite bland. However, infotainment screens are there to provide access to a large number of functions without distracting the driver from the road ahead and we found the C-HR screen one of the easiest to use.

The screen is angled slightly towards the driver and within easy reach.

There are four rectangular short-cut buttons on each side of the screen that open up the various options on the screen itself.

Like many other embedded satellite navigation systems, the version in the C-HR is difficult to use with tiny symbols

that don’t clearly indicate their functions. It’s hardly surprising that many drivers chose to use smartphone maps instead.

Bluetooth pairing is simple and allows access to Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, both wired, but no digital radio.

There’s 4.2-inch multi-information display in front of the driver with the usual features.

DRIVING While the Toyota C-HR GR Sport talks the Gazoo Racing talk it certainly doesn’t walk the walk.

Unlike its GR Yaris, GR Supra and recently-launched GR86 there are no performance enhancements. Of course, the other three are hatches or coupes while the C-HR is an SUV. Having said that, the C-HR is a capable and competent car to drive in normal day-today running. It’s easy to manoeuvre around the suburbs and a cinch to park.

The option of all-wheel drive in the non-hybrid variants is a bit pointless with a ground clearance of just 137mm effectively ruling out any off-road ventures.

Ride and handling in the GR Sport is excellent thanks to adjustments to the shock absorbers, spring rates and stabiliser bars.

There’s also a new centre brace which improves body rigidity and contributes to a more direct steering response.

Toyota was one of the pioneers of petrol/electric hybrids and almost every vehicle in its large range has a hybrid option. They have been refined the years and fuel consumption is a major selling point, never more so with soaring prices.

We were able to average

4.8 litres per 100 kilometres during our week-long test not that far above the claimed 4.3 L/100 km.

SUMMING UP There’s plenty of competition in the sub-$40k compact SUV market segment where the C-HR sits mid-field behind the top-selling Mitsubishi ASX. In addition to this rivalry with other brands, C-HR is certain to face a serious intra-brand challenge from the just-released Corolla Cross.

Both vehicles are built on the same platform but the Corolla Cross is marginally larger in all exterior dimensions.

The adventurous styling of the C-HR is likely to be one point of difference, especially with younger buyers.

We’re currently doing a review of the Corolla Cross shortly and will report back on what is likely to be a gamechanger for the small SUV market.

ENGINE: Capacity: 1.8 litres Configuration: Four cylinders in line, series/parallel, full hybrid Battery: 1.3 kWh, Nickel-metal hydride Maximum Power: 90 kW Maximum Torque: Not stated Fuel Type: Petrol 91 RON Combined Fuel Cycle (ADR 81/02): 4.3 L/100km CO2 Emissions: 97 g/km DRIVELINE: Front-wheel drive hybrid, 7-speed CVT auto DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT AND CAPACITIES: Length: 4395 mm Wheelbase: 2640 mm Width: 1795 mm Height: 1550 mm Turning Circle: 10.4 metres Kerb Mass: Not stated

Fuel Tank Capacity: 43 litres BRAKES: Front: Ventilated disc Rear: Solid disc STANDARD WARRANTY: Five years / Unlimited kilometres

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE C-HR GXL 1.2-LITRE TURBO-PETROL FWD:

$30,915 C-HR GXL 1.2-LITRE TURBO-PETROL AWD:

$32,915 C-HR KOBA 1.2-LITRE TURBO-PETROL FWD:

$35,165 C-HR KOBA 1.2-LITRE TURBO-PETROL AWD:

$37,165 C-HR KOBA 1.8-LITRE PETROL HYBRID FWD:

$37,665 C-HR GR SPORT, 1.8-LITRE PETROL HYBRID FWD:

$37,665 Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges.

Contact your local Toyota dealer for drive-away prices.

SPECIFICATIONS (Toyota CH-R GR Sport, 1.8 litre 4-cylinder hybrid engine, FWD, SUV).

RATINGS:

Looks: 9/10 Performance: 8/10 Safety: 8/10 Thirst: 8/10 Practicality: 7/10 Comfort: 7/10 Tech: 7/10 Value: 7/10

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The Alpine Shire Planning Permit is approved, with professional detailed design drawings that include the fitout details, approved by the Committee of Management.

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SPORT

Myrtleford bowlers back on the greens

LAST week because of the Melbourne Cup public holiday, pennant bowlers had to wait until Wednesday, November 2 to disclose their skills on the greens.

Even then, both the A1 and B1 teams were beaten by the weather and had to settle for a draw each.

Last Saturday, however, was a reality check for all three teams, with the A1 team going down to Wangaratta by 19 shots 84 (15 points) to 65 (three points).

Because of the effect rain has had on their greens, Wangaratta requested a flip flop of the draw so the club accommodated the opposition and hosted them at Myrtleford - Wangaratta will reciprocate in the New Year and host us.

The result was not all doom and gloom with Mick Dwyer skippering his team of Rod Mitchell, Jeff Stagg, and Maria Duic to a 21/19 shot victory for a valuable two points.

President Lance Symons guided his rink to a 17/17 draw against the Victorian men’s under 23 state singles champion - it was a huge challenge but full credit to Mark Simpson and Les Brown for competing strongly along with Wally Dunstone.

Wangaratta boast a strong lineup with a Commonwealth Games gold medallist also in their team - B1 went down to Wangaratta losing all three rinks while B3 went down to Corowa Civic 50 shots (two points) to 68 shots (12 points) Jill Bates’ team of Gerry Green,

SEMI-FINALISTS: The Myrtleford Bowls Club 100 Up Club Championship wrapped up on the weekend, with (from left) Lance Symons, Mick Dwyer, Marino Candusio and Les Brown all making it to the final four, with Les Brown taking the title.

Kath Wood and Robyn Byrne enjoyed a strong 25/19 win.

Sunday saw the semi-finals and final of the 100 Up Club Championship played with two very tight semis.

Les Brown was the eventual winner of the title for the very first time, after he tipped out Mick Dwyer 100/97, and Lance just got the better of last year’s

winner Marino Candusio 100/98.

Congratulations to Les Brown who went on to beat Lance convincingly 105/80 shots.

Play commenced at 10am but the title was not Les’ until 3.30pm that afternoon.

Les was very thrilled to win his first Club Championship at Myrtleford and totally deserved the title.

The Barefoot Bowls program commenced this week with the Bendigo Bank continuing their wonderful support again.

Mark Ditcham, Bright branch manager opened the season and Bright Brewery’s Lilly Katterl also launched their new beer on the night which was very well received by all and should be a huge hit over the summer months.

SANTO BONACCI

BRUCE PATON

MALCOLM WILSON

ON A ROLL: Myrtleford’s B1 bowlers took on Wangaratta at Wangaratta on Saturday, with impressive skills on show.

NOEL ROWE

Interrupted week for Bright golfers WITH rainfall a distant memory, golfers at the Bright Golf Club returned when they could get a game in on the rapidly drying course.

Veterans, Monday, October 31 No play.

Ladies, Wednesday, November 2, Stroke A grade winner: Tina Cook (10) 77. B grade winner: Elizabeth Barker (27) 80.

NTPs - third: Robyn McGrath, sixth: Tina Cook, 16th: Tina Cook.

Men, Thursday, November 3, Stableford A grade winner: Ray Ousley (8) 36 points c/b. B grade winner: William Kelty (20) 37 points. C grade winner: Graham Barrow (25) 38 points.

NTPs - third: Douglas Badrock, sixth: William Kelty, 11th: Norm McIntyre, 16th: Colin Richardson.

Men, Saturday, November 5, Stroke A grade winner: Mathew Ellis (17) 69.

B grade winner: Bill Stonnill (19) 71. C grade winner: Marco Pasquinelli (24) 72 c/b.

NTPs - third: Bill Stonnill, 11th: Peter McGrath, 16th: Greg Ebinger.

Ladies, Saturday, November 5, Stableford A grade winner: Heather Thompson (23) 34 points. B grade winner: Carolyn Haigh ( 31) 36 points.

NTPs - third: Charlotte Paton, sixth: Chris O’Shea, 11th: Carolyn Bailey, 16th: Heather Thompson.

Men, Sunday, November 6, Stroke, Last Round Club Championships A grade winner: Mathew Ellis (17) 70.

B grade winner: Steven Thomson (22) 73.

NTPs - third: Marco Pasquinelli, sixth: Ken Grummisch, 11th: Cameron Wickes.

A grade club champion: Cameron Wickes. B grade club champion: Mathew Ellis. C grade club champion: Ken Grummisch. Ken Grummisch: Hole-in-one, sixth hole.

Bright Bowls Club inches from victory OVER the weekend, Bright’s A3 side travelled to Wodonga for a nail-biter, the final score Bright 76 def by Wodonga 80.

The overall score was close throughout the day - two rinks managed a win and importantly four points for the club, which places Bright by a narrow margin 2nd on the ladder.

Well done to skip Martin Kupferle’s team with a 16-point win with lead Rob Ryan, second Trevor Poyner and third Bill Hayes 26/10, and Cheryl Raduczic’s team’s win with lead Steve Jenvey, second Greg Pepyat and third Peter Raduczic 22/20.

Patrick O’Shea’s team with lead Elaine O’Shea, second Gary Woods, third Jill Woods went down 13/21 Julie Ellis’s team with lead Libby Barker, second Bev Griffith, third Ernie Vanderwert went down 15/29.

The undermanned B3 side travelled to Wangaratta, with the final score Bright 44 def by Wangaratta 57.

Well done on a win to skip Terry Gibbons’ team with lead Terry McCaw, second Phyl Swindley, and third Ken Lewis 18/16 and importantly two points for the club.

Linda Hayes’ team with lead Bill Connolly, second Mikey Clayton, and third Wayne Curtis went down 13/20, and Otto Kupferle’s team with lead Linda Vanderwert, no player, and third Sam Kupferle lost 13/21.

The Bright Annual Christmas Carnival starts on Tuesday, December 27, which features six days of bowling including singles, pairs and triples.

Single entries will be taken - for further info, contact Patrick O’Shea by email at wandi86@bigpond.net.au, or by mobile on 0428 540 835.

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Wangaratta & District Cricket Association 2022/23 season

SCOREBOARD

WANGARATTA MAGPIES DEF OVENS VALLEY UNITED

YARRAWONGA MULWALA DEF DELATITE

BENALLA BUSHRANGERS DEF BY CITY COLTS

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WANGARATTA MAGPIES 1ST INNINGS C Matheson c S Phillips ....................................................5 F Ellis c J Newton b SB Piazza .........................................0 P Menon b SB Piazza ......................................................14 J Davies c F Jones b S Phillips .......................................38 J Wallace lbw b S Phillips...............................................17 N Pell b C Thomason .....................................................30 N Bonwick not out ..........................................................22 F Dent not out ...................................................................2 MD Gathercole dnb Z Guilfoyle dnb C Clement dnb Extras (nb 6, w 28, b 0, lb 4) ............................................38 Total................................................................6/166 (cc) Overs .............................................................................40.0 FOW: 14 (C Matheson) 15 (F Ellis) 43 (P Menon) 81 (J Wallace) 113 (J Davies) 154 (N Pell).

Bowling: C Thomason 3/0/1/18, SB Piazza/7/1/2/27, J Riley 2/0/0/10, F Jones/3/0/0/17, J Newton 8/0/0/26, S Phillips 8/2/2/20, M Vescio 5/0/0/21, T Thomason 4/0/1/23.

DELATITE 1ST INNINGS PM Scales lbw b R Bartlett ...............................................8 *MJ O’Loughlan c AT McMillan b M McCabe .................6 WC Christopher b B Kennedy........................................24 A Storer run out (R Bartlett) .............................................4 TG Dunstan c MT Casey b JR Irvine ................................4 LJ Scales c J Fraser b R Bartlett.....................................10 MW Stevenson b R Bartlett ..............................................0 TA Berry not out ..............................................................15 JC Kelleher dnb MB Burrows dnb +AP Storer b B Kennedy ...................................................7 MJ Clarke dnb Extras (nb 1, w 8, b 1, lb 2) ..............................................12 Total...................................................................8/90 (cc) Overs .............................................................................40.0 FOW: 17 (PM Scales) 20 (MJ O’Loughlan) 26 (A Storer) 34 (TG Dunstan) 53 (LJ Scales) 53 (MW Stevenson) 73 (WC Christopher) 90 (AP Storer).

Bowling: AT McMillan 8/2/0/16, J Bartlett 7/2/0/9, M McCabe 5/3/1/5, R Bartlett 8/2/3/18, JR Irvine 4/1/1/13, J Fraser 4/1/0/11, B Kennedy 4/0/2/15.

CITY COLTS 1ST INNINGS TM Nanson b T Webster .................................................50 JA Nanson c G Priest b CJ Brodie....................................4 T Schulze run out (LP Curtis, G Priest)..........................21 KM Braden not out .........................................................42 *+MA Giggins not out......................................................32 J Solimo dnb MJ Lister dnb TK Moore dnb NJ Crispin dnb AW Crispin dnb P Prasad dnb V Sharma dnb Extras (nb 0, w 8, b 0, lb 1) ................................................9 Total................................................................3/158 (cc) Overs .............................................................................40.0 FOW: 8 (JA Nanson) 75 (TM Nanson) 84 (T Schulze).

Bowling: CJ Brodie 8/0/1/28, LP Curtis 6/0/0/30, S Briggs 8/0/0/42, M Priest 8/1/0/29, T Webster 8/1/1/22, M Honman 2/0/0/6.

BEECHWORTH WANDERERS 1ST INNINGS K Surrey lbw b W O’Keefe ..............................................22 C Ellett b W O’Keefe ..........................................................4 *+B Surrey run out (L Whitten, GL Shantha) ...............10 D Cogger c GL Shantha b W O’Keefe ..............................0 C Fendyk c L Whitten b K Pienaar ...................................8 T Cogger lbw b M Winter ..................................................0 D Pool b K Pienaar ............................................................6 A Fendyk c GL Shantha b J Haddrick ...........................16 T De Silva b B Bartlett .......................................................0 R Worcester not out ..........................................................1 H Scalzo run out (M Winter, GL Shantha).......................4 D Fitzpatrick dnb Extras (nb 2, w 14, b 1, lb 3) ............................................20 Total................................................................................ 91 Overs .............................................................................39.3 FOW: 19 (C Ellett) 37 (K Surrey) 37 (D Cogger) 60 (B Surrey) 62 (C Fendyk) 64 (T Cogger) 72 (D Pool) 74 (T De Silva) 86 (A Fendyk) 91 (H Scalzo).

Bowling: PJ McNamara 5.3/2/0/8, B Bartlett 7/0/1/16, J Haddrick 6/2/1/16, W O’Keefe 5/1/3/14, J Wilson 5/1/0/17, K Pienaar 6/1/2/11, M Winter 5/1/1/5.

OVENS VALLEY UNITED 1ST INNINGS J Jones b C Clement.........................................................3 C Thomason b C Clement................................................1 S Phillips c N Bonwick b F Ellis ........................................8 J Newton c C Clement b F Ellis......................................25 M Vescio c F Dent b F Ellis ................................................4 DL Bursill b Z Guilfoyle ...................................................27 J Riley c C Matheson b Z Guilfoyle ..................................5 T Thomason c & b C Clement........................................11 *K Fitzpatrick b F Ellis .....................................................10 SB Piazza c J Davies b C Clement ...................................7 F Jones not out .................................................................0 Extras (nb 3, w 6, b 0, lb 2) ..............................................11 Total..............................................................................112 Overs .............................................................................39.2 FOW: 5 (J Jones) 6 (C Thomason) 30 (S Phillips) 41 (M Vescio) 46 (J Newton) 75 (J Riley) 80 (DL Bursill) 100 (K Fitzpatrick) 104 (T Thomason) 112 (SB Piazza).

Bowling: C Clement 7.2/1/4/17, MD Gathercole 3/0/0/5, P Menon 8/1/0/28, F Ellis 8/2/4/20, Z Guilfoyle 7.1/3/2/12, N Pell 6/0/0/28.

YARRAWONGA MULWALA 1ST INNINGS *+R Clarke c WC Christopher b MB Burrows................30 MT Casey not out ..........................................................104 J Fraser c TG Dunstan b MW Stevenson.......................22 J Bartlett c WC Christopher b MW Stevenson ...............0 K Archibald not out...........................................................1 B Kennedy dnb M McCabe dnb JR Irvine dnb AT McMillan dnb M Knight dnb R Bartlett dnb Extras (nb 1, w 25, b 0, lb 0) ............................................26 Total......................................................................... 3/182 Overs .............................................................................40.0 FOW: 99 (R Clarke) 165 (J Fraser) 175 (J Bartlett).

Bowling: LJ Scales 5/0/0/34, JC Kelleher 5/1/0/16, A Storer 8/1/0/20, PM Scales 4/0/0/13, MB Burrows 7/0/1/37, TA Berry 3/0/0/20, TG Dunstan 4/0/0/32, MW Stevenson 4/1/2/9.

BENALLA BUSHRANGERS 1ST INNINGS M Honman lbw b NJ Crispin..........................................27 J Fullager c MA Giggins b MJ Lister ...............................46 J Carboon c P Prasad b AW Crispin ................................0 GA Hoysted c JA Nanson b MJ Lister ..............................7 J Priest c T Schulze b KM Braden ..................................11 *CJ Brodie c TK Moore b KM Braden ............................18 T Webster not out .............................................................3 S Briggs dnb +G Priest dnb M Priest dnb LP Curtis dnb Extras (nb 2, w 20, b 3, lb 7) ............................................32 Total................................................................6/144 (cc) Overs .............................................................................40.0 FOW: 74 (M Honman) 75 (J Carboon) 92 (GA Hoysted) 103 (J Fullager) 129 (J Priest) 144 (CJ Brodie).

Bowling: JA Nanson 5/0/0/11, V Sharma 3/0/0/18, KM Braden 8/1/2/31, NJ Crispin 6/0/1/27, AW Crispin 6/1/1/14, MJ Lister 8/2/2/16, P Prasad 4/1/0/17.

ROVERS UNITED BRUCK 1ST INNINGS L Whitten c B Surrey b R Worcester ..............................19 K Pienaar c C Fendyk b K Surrey .....................................2 M Whitten lbw b K Surrey ................................................0 J O’Donohue c T De Silva b C Ellett ..............................13 *PJ McNamara b C Fendyk ............................................20 J Wilson b C Fendyk........................................................11 +GL Shantha lbw b R Worcester....................................10 B Bartlett b K Surrey .........................................................0 J Haddrick not out............................................................4 M Winter run out (C Ellett, B Surrey)...............................0 W O’Keefe c A Fendyk b D Fitzpatrick.............................1 Extras (nb 1, w 13, b 1, lb 2) ............................................17 Total................................................................................ 97 Overs .............................................................................38.0 FOW: 6 (K Pienaar) 7 (M Whitten) 30 (L Whitten) 52 (J O’Donohue) 76 (PJ McNamara) 79 (J Wilson) 80 (B Bartlett) 88 (GL Shantha) 89 (M Winter) 97 (W O’Keefe).

Bowling: K Surrey 8/0/3/13, T Cogger 5/1/0/13, D Cogger 3/0/0/9, R Worcester 5/0/2/14, D Fitzpatrick 6/1/1/15, C Ellett 3/0/1/16, C Fendyk 8/0/2/14.

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Just the nature of the beast

By NATHAN DE VRIES MYRTLEFORD will look to tighten up their list after several players from seniors, reserves and thirds sides signalled their departure from McNamara Reserve ahead of preseason.

The Saints have already lost Jarryd Wallace and Liam Byrne to Milawa and Sam Piazza to Whorouly in the Ovens and King, and brothers Jordan and Liam Eaton to Beechworth in the Tallangatta and District league.

During the 2022 O&M season, these departing players fronted up for a combined 17 senior, 48 reserve and 11 thirds matches for the Saints.

Myrtleford coach Craig Millar said players coming and going was simply the way community footy is.

Saints S i not ffazed d by pl player y d departures p “We’ve lost a couple of players, and we never want to lose any players really, and the club’s done a lot of work in the past to retain as many as we can,” he said.

“But we also understand people have different reasons for moving on, and we respect those reasons and hope they leave really satisfied with where their footy and netball finished once they leave the Saints.

“That’s part of community sport, getting new players in and unfortunately losing players at times.

“By and large the list is looking OK, reasonably happy with where things are at.

“We’ve got some ongoing discussions with some good quality recruits as we speak and hopefully have some an-

WATCH THIS SPACE: The Saints are close to announcing new names to McNamara Reserve after a handful of players signalled their departure.

PHOTO: Janet Watt nouncements imminent.”

Myrtleford looks to retain the majority of their big names, including Simon Curtis and Callum Crisp.

However, the Saints will

also be without local product Lachie Dale, who returned after a year in the Tasmanian State League and instead signed with Goulburn Valley club Mansfield to play with

his brother Frazer.

“We would’ve loved Lachie to come back, and Frazer in particular, and we know Tom (McDonagh) is down there at Mansfield,” Millar said.

“Lachie was really professional in his communication with us and while we were disappointed he wanted to play at Mansfield we completely understand his reasons.

“We wish him all the best and we look forward to getting both him and Frazer and potentially Tom back at some point but, unfortunately for us, at this stage it wasn’t the right timing for Lachie and Frazer made it pretty clear he wanted to play football with Lachie.

“We respect that and we’ll always welcome two Myrtleford juniors back to our club at any stage.”

Millar said they were close to announcing new signings and with preseason still a few weeks out, he was impressed with the drive from the leadership group.

“We’re really happy with where our senior leaders are taking the group, and they should be commended with where the group’s at as we speak,” he said.

“We had 12 players in the gym last week, we had 10 players down on Saturday morning just having a kick, so the players are driving that at the moment and the response has been really positive considering we don’t start training for another couple of weeks.

“In my dealings with other clubs, the culture that the club’s got is the envy of many, so we look to continue to build on that.”

Mixed bag for Saints’ men

By NATHAN DE VRIES IT was another busy weekend for Myrtleford men’s Country Basketball League squad, with their second double-header round in a row yielding a win and a loss.

The Saints headed down to Seymour to face the undefeated Blasters on Saturday evening, with the Blasters coming up with the goods 116-69.

Seymour took control of the game early and didn’t let up, despite strong performances from coach Tyler Barker (25 pts), Toby Cossor (16 pts) and Ryley Bouler (14 pts).

Humbled by the result, the Saints headed to Mansfield on Sunday to play the Eagles, with a revitalised and fired up squad taking the win 93-77.

The Saints learned from the Seymour game, breaking out to a 3513 point lead by quarter time before the Eagles clawed the margin down to 19 points by the half.

Myrtleford tried to extend their lead though the second half, but the Eagles came charging, eating away at the margin and outscoring the Saints wherever they could.

Thankfully for Myrtleford, their score buffer from the first quarter was enough to see them home, taking the victory by 16 points.

Barker said the back-to-back matches tested his side, but he was pleased with how they bounced back from the loss to Seymour.

“Saturday night’s game in Seymour was a tough one for the team, we all really wanted the win and we gave it our all but unfortunately it wasn’t our night struggling to get anything going,” he said.

“Having a game the next day was a perfect outcome for us to turn around from the night before.

“The coaching staff has assessed what needs to be worked on for the rest of the season and are putting it into action as soon as possible.

“Sunday’s game has given everyone a bit more confidence for the rest of the season and everyone is ready to succeed for the rest of the year.”

The Saints sit at fifth on the ladder, and will take the bye this weekend, returning to the court on Sunday, November 20 against Benalla.

SCORE MACHINE: Tyler Barker racked up 58 points across the weekend’s play.

MOVE IT IN: Racquel Stevens presses the advantage.

PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

Saints’ women lose shootout

By NATHAN DE VRIES

PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

MYRTLEFORD women’s CBL side squandered a strong first quarter lead to taste defeat at the hands of Seymour on Saturday evening, downed 63-85.

The Saints came out strong, sinking basket after basket to take a 25-17 lead by quarter time, but the Blasters retaliated.

A 20-11 second term against the Saints saw the margin disappear, with Seymour up by a point by half-time.

Myrtleford panicked through the third quarter, missing easy shots while the Blasters found nothing but net, as Seymour started to pull away.

Despite the best efforts of Abbey Zamperoni (20 pts) and Paige Zamperoni (17 pts), the Saints couldn’t keep up, downed by 22 points.

Saints’ coach Kory Batt said his side just missed opportunities.

“We started really well, everything was working and we had them rattled,” he said.

“Our defensive end was super again which is a plus, just offensively we couldn’t make shots, or were taking the wrong shots.

“We will go away and work on a few things offensively and try and get a better understanding of how each other plays at that end.

“I felt like we were the better side on the day, we just didn’t shoot well, where they did.”

The loss sees Myrtleford sit at fifth of seven on the ladder, with a bye booked for next week.

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Bright FNC elects new president

By NATHAN DE VRIES THE United Bright Football Netball Club has a new person at the helm for the upcoming year following the club’s annual general meeting.

The meeting, held last Wednesday, October 26, saw Gerard Gray move into the top job, taking the reins from Kristi Hacket.

Bright finished the 2023 Ovens and King season second on the senior football ladder and 10th on the A grade netball ladder.

Gray had nothing but praise for his predecessor, and said the club was in a very strong position.

“The reality is Kristi, our outgoing president, and I worked pretty hard in behind the scenes to ensure there’s as smooth sailing as possible, and this transition just came up in conversation,” he said.

“They are big shoes to fill - the work that Kristi had done last year and the year before, working through COVID, continually trying to improve in all areas,

“It felt like, for me, it would always be a role I’d fill at some stage, whether that was 2023 and beyond or whether that was in the years ahead, it just felt like a natural progression having done so much with the junior club over a long period of time and then coaching thirds with the senior club and being on the general committee for a number of years.

“I’m just excited, both the netball and football are in a good place, we’ve got some fantastic people, we’ve got a larger general committee this year than we had last year.”

Most of the executive from the season just gone will remain in their positions, including treasurer Joe Gasperoni and Marlene Steiner as secretary.

“It was a really well-attended AGM, it’s so exciting to see so many faces new and old at the AGM, and new committee members putting their hand up,” Gray said.

“Those faces who were there

who weren’t on the committee, they’re actually really active members of our past players or and supporters group as well, so it’s exciting.

“Ross Walkear, a fourth-generation local, he’s played football at the club, he’s been to Melbourne and come back - he’s been very active in the background over the last couple of years and active with our past players.

“Ross has stepped into the general committee and is vice president, Ross will look after a lot of our sponsor liaisons and keep an eye on how the football department is tracking, and Sally McCallum who was our vice president last year and keeping an eye on netball, Sally will again have that role.”

Football coaches are squared away with both Paul Harrison (seniors) and Darcy Martin (reserves) recommitting to lead the Mountain Men, while discussions are still ongoing regarding the netball coaching line-up.

MR PRESIDENT: Gerard Gray will lead United Bright FNC as president for the upcoming season.

PHOTO: Brodie Everist

Mount Beauty Tennis Club to welcome all KIDS and adults of all ages and skill levels are invited to head along to the Mount Beauty Tennis Club’s free open day, this Sunday, November 13 from 11am to 2pm for a day of fun and games.

A strong club of approximately 100 members with four synthetic courts, the Mount Beauty Tennis Club has been growing, with a recent school family fun day a massive success.

“We recently had a school family fun day specifically for the Tawonga and Mount Beauty primary school children and their families,” MBTC’s Rob Cabion said.

“This was such a success that we now have new members in our club and more juniors coaching with our club coach.

“The feedback from the attendees has set a positive atmosphere around the club and we aim to improve on this with our Open Day.” The open day, sponsored by the Australian Tennis Association, is open to all, and will even have prizes up for grabs.

“We welcome anyone from the community to attend, you do not need to be a member,” Cabion said.

“We have a free barbecue and

Mount Beauty golfers battle the elements A GOOD field of 21 men turned out for their Monthly Medal on Saturday, November 5.

Despite the rain the course had earlier in the week, the course had dried out noticeably, for some anyway.

There were considerably varied scores returned, depending on who navigated the course via the driest route.

The deserving winner of the medal was Ron Gallagher with a respectable, for the conditions, net score of 71.

Allan Retallick was hot on his heels with 72 net, assisted by an eagle on the par 4 second with a 150m ‘chip’ in.

Next in line were Peter Hertzog (73), Mick Luscombe (74) and Roger Church (75).

NTPs went to Dave Browning on both the seventh and ninth, along with the Tatts Ticket from the Tawonga South Newsagency & PO. Trevor English was closest on the 17th while Don Mason collected the money on the 18th.

Congratulations to all who played and well done to Ron for the win, and Allan for his eagle and the balls in the Eagle’s Nest, which he enthusiastically distributed among his playing group.

Next month’s Monthly Medal is the first one for the new season which also incorporates the club’s CAZNA Cup played between this seasons’ Monthly Medal winners: Ben Peacock (Dec 2021), Sam Bellchambers (Jan 2022), Stuie Jelbart (Feb), Michael Bartholomew (Mar), Dave Etherton (April), Dave Whelan (May), Dave Browning (June), Tony Campen (July), Ross Rynehart (August), Taf Sullivan (Sept), Peter Hertzog (Oct) and Ron Gallagher (Nov).

Myrtleford golfers return to course

WELCOME: Mount Beauty’s seniors one and two tennis squads (back from left) Wayne Williams, Claire Lucas Gear, Rob Cabion, (middle from left) Heather Mull, Andrea Moorman, Justin Bicknell, Paul Mock, (front from left) Ivan Mock, Georgia Moorman, Sonja Greenfield and Campbell Moorman.

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“Our coach will be running free fun tennis activities for all.

“Prizes include 40 Australian Open ground passes, five $100

Rebel Sport vouchers, nine free coaching vouchers for one hour, local shopping vouchers, and Australian Open merchandise.”

To register your interest in at-

tending the Open Day, please email mtbeautytennis@gmail. com by no later than today and let the club know the number of adults and children attending.

AS sunshine blankets the alpine region after weeks of rain, golfers returned to the still-drying Myrtleford golf course.

Saturday, November 5 MYRTLEFORD POST SHOP STABLEFORD COMPOSITE AMCR 73 A Grade winner: Paul Evans (17) 35 pts c/b. A Grade Runner Up: Ian Wales 12) 35 pts. B Grade: Damien Rossato (18) 40 pts. B Grade Runner Up: Pieter Veldman (26) 34 pts.

Ball winners: D Clark 36, D Rassato 35, C Piazza 34, I Wales 34.

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Power’s batters fail to fire

By NATHAN DE VRIES MOUNT Beauty’s cricket season is officially underway, but it wasn’t a dream start for the Power, downed by two wickets by Yackandandah in their Cricket Albury Wodonga District First Grade clash.

The Power were sent in to bat on the deck at the Yackandandah Sports Park, and Mount Beauty seemed comfortable, with openers Gregor McLennan and Sulaiman Hussain putting together a 62 run first wicket partnership.

After McLennan fell for 35, Hussain (43) and Frank Iaria (25) brought the Power into the 90s, before a collapse set in.

Acting skipper Patrick Dodd fell for 10 runs, Todd Jeanes and Jacob Styles were dismissed for nine runs each, and the last four batters were dismissed for ducks.

With a total of 139 to bowl to, Mount Beauty’s attack, led by Anthony Brewergay (3/28), went about disposing of Yackandandah’s top order.

The ever-dangerous Jay Hillary fell for just four runs, while skipper Bailey Glass only managed eight.

Yackandandah persisted, with each partnership bringing the side closer to the goal.

Hussain finally broke through, bowling Cameron Evans for 25, ending with 1/28.

However, Yackandandah proved too good, passing the total with just under five overs to spare.

Mount Beauty will look to rebound and shore up their batting stocks when they take on Barnawartha-Chiltern at home this weekend.

STORMING IN: Marcello Vescio sends one down in the Tigers’ loss to Wangaratta Magpies on Saturday.

PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

Underdone Tigers blown away by ‘Pies

By NATHAN DE VRIES THE weekend saw the official start of the Wangaratta and District Cricekt Association season for A grade and A reserve, but it was far from a perfect start for the Tigers.

In the A grade, Ovens Valley United suffered a 54 run loss at the hands of Wangaratta Magpies at the Norm Minns Oval, bowled out for 112 chasing 167 for victory.

After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, the Tigers picked up some early scalps including some of Wangaratta’s heavy hitters like Fraser Ellis (0) and Pranav Menon (14), before the Magpies found their groove.

Errant bowling was the thorn in the Tigers’ paw, with 38 runs coming from extras (six no balls, 28 wides, four leg byes), the equal top scorer for the batting side.

The Magpies fought to 6/166 by the end of their innings, with OVU skipper Dylan Bursill cognisant of what went wrong.

“When we actually got it right there weren’t that many bad balls besides the wides and no ball count, it would’ve nearly been an A grade record,” he said.

“That’s nearly six overs we had to re-bowl at them, we gave them essentially 35 runs plus another 34 bowls to bat against.

“The bowling attack as well was completely different from last year, we had blokes like Sam Piazza (2/27), who was playing A reserve last year and not really bowling too much, he opened the bowling and did a mighty job, and young Marcello Vescio bowled well too, right when the Maggies were in the box position he roped them back.

“A couple of our more senior

players in Josh Newton and Seamus Phillips really tied their ends down in the middle section bowling spin from both ends, they were more than handy.”

With their target set, the Tigers set about chasing down the total but couldn’t maintain a strong partnership.

Openers Josh Jones (three runs) and Cooper Thomason (one run) were skittled by Chris Clement early, with four of the OVU top five bats failing to make it to double digits.

“We just wanted to bat out our overs and see what happened,” Bursill said.

“We were actually going alright besides the regular wickets falling, the run rate was going alright, we were going at three an over for the first 20 overs which was not too bad.

“We just lost wickets too regularly, I guess, but there was some good batting as well.

“Some of the young fellas like Tyler Thomason (11 off 41 balls) stuck it out at the end and Josh Newton (25 from 39 balls) batted alright, I think he’s only had one hit in the lead up.”

The Tigers will look to polish some skills and hopefully welcome back regular A grade names to the squad, but are unsure of who their next opponent will be due to the WDCA still ironing out the fixture from washed out weeks.

The A reserve side was the only other to get a game in over the weekend, going down by 10 wickets at North Wangaratta - the Tigers posted 9/122 before the Magpies smashed 1/199 from their 36 overs after reaching the total without loss of wicket.

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