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DEFENDING THE ARTS

Private Keith Ross with his art piece Heavy is the head that wears the 381 crown, exhibited during the Defending The Arts Festival in Canberra.

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Haines drawn 1 on ballot

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INDEPENDENT INCUMBENT HELEN HAINES TAKES NUMBER ONE SPOT AFTER AEC BARREL DRAW INDEPENDENT incumbent federal MP Helen Haines has taken out the much sought after number one spot on the Indi electorate ballot paper following a bingo style barrel draw on Friday.

Staged at The Centre on Wangaratta’s Chisholm Street, about 30 people showed up, with many wearing orange, to witness the official draw.

A number was drawn by a blindfolded woman, Belinda, and allocated to each of the nine candidates appearing on a list in order of their nomination.

Under the Act, the

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blindfolded person to draw out the balls has to be an employee of the Commonwealth, or a state, or an authority of the Commonwealth or a state.

Then the balls were returned to the barrel and the first number drawn was lucky number 7 which was

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previously assigned to Helen Haines (Ind).

The rest of the ballot order was: 2. Mitch Bridges (Labor), 3. James Trenery (Liberal), 4.

Athol Thomas (One Nation), 5. Alysia Regan (The Greens), 6. Tim Quilty (Libertarian), 7.

Michael White (Family First), 8. Ben Howman (Legalise Cannabis), 9. Mark McFarlane (Independent).

Dr Haines said after the draw that she was very grateful to the AEC and the work they do to make it a public event with lots of people coming down and seeing how democracy operates.

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THIRD AGE CLUB INDOOR bowls will not be going ahead on Friday, 25 April as the club will be in use by the RSL for ANZAC Day services.

Next club meeting is on Thursday, 24 April at 2pm.

Also, a polite reminder that club memberships for 2025 are now due and are $15. All are welcome.

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Family values number one for Michael White

By STEVE KELLY

2025

FAMILY First candidate for Indi and Beechworth resident Michael White is not new to politics, having campaigned for the party at a state level for Northern Victoria.

It is the first time Mr White has contested Indi and he nominated because he wanted to stand up for Family First’s values.

“What Family First talks about correlates with my own personal values,” he said.

“People who vote for Family First are those looking for an alternative on the conservative side of politics.

“Our society has Christian values and we’re prepared to take those and put them in public policy.

“We look at the basic unit of our society, the family, and make

sure we have public policy which supports that.

“It’s like stepping back and looking at what are the fundamentals of our society and what should we defend rather be engrossed in promoting a particular interest or idea, for example workers rights or the environment, which other parties tend to do.

“This is not a bad thing, but we tend to take a bigger picture view which is why I wanted to run as a candidate.”

Mr White said Family First’s focus at this election is for sensible policies on energy to ensure prices don’t rise for struggling Australian families.

“We have concerns about government going too fast down the renewables track,” he said.

“We’re interested in making sure we have a reliable and

APRIL 25 The Euroa RSL Dawn Service will be held at 05.45am followed by the GunFire Breakfast at the RSL Kirkland Ave Euroa. The march and morning commemorative service will be at 10.00am, also at the RSL.

MAY 11 Sund’y By The Seven’s Concert with Greg Dudley and Rod Grant. (Grant n’ Dudley).

‘Give Mum a unique Mother’s Day Treat’.

Commences 1.30pm Sunday 11th May (Mother’s Day) in the Third Age Clubrooms Kirkland Ave Euroa. Admission Free.

OCTOBER 25-26 The Euroa Agricultural Society Inc will hold the 133rd Euroa Agricultural Show at the Euroa Showgrounds Sat 25 & Sun 26.

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affordable power system rather than the current ideology which says we have to go 100 per cent renewables.”

Given the chance he would convert the money spent on “bloated bureaucracy” into faster road repairs, shorter casualty wait times, and more frequent trains on the North East line.

Mr White said he also wants better care for children who aren’t born with the benefit of a stable family.

He has experienced first hand how kids can thrive when they have a permanent home and the damage done when they don’t get that soon enough.

VALUE DRIVEN: Family First candidate for Indi Michael White.

Libertarians plan to reform tax system, drive energy price down

By STEVE KELLY CUTTING taxes is a key policy Libertarian candidate for Indi Tim Quilty is pushing as he nominates for his second time in the electorate.

Politics and numbers are a familiar space for the Wodonga accountant as he served over four years in the state upper house for Northern Victoria under the party’s former name, Liberal Democrats.

“We want to make Australia better and it has been pretty obvious we’ve been on a downward slide, something has gone wrong and both of our major parties are completely out of touch,” he said.

“Our Independents aren’t doing much better so I want to stand to make a difference and I want Australia to be a place for our kids to have better jobs in, and I think the Libertarian party has the answer for that.

“I have a track record in parliament.

“People know I will fight for their freedoms and oppose tax grabs, wasteful spending and bad government regulation.

“Libertarians think Australia needs a radical program of tax and spending cuts, economic reform, regulation removal and protection of individual rights.”

Mr Quilty detailed a few of the party’s policies including cutting taxes - $50K tax free threshold, 20 per cent tax, combined family incomes (so $100K TFT for couples), and only taxing company profits when distributed, not when earned.

People know I will fight for their freedoms and oppose tax grabs, wasteful spending and bad government regulation.

LIBERTARIAN CANDIDATE FOR INDI TIM QUILTY “We’re also proposing reforms to company taxes and we’re only going to tax company profits when they’re distributed rather than when they’re earned.

“This would be a major change for small business in the way they finance.

“Instead of relying on debt they would be able to finance their business out of their own earnings and they’ll only pay tax when when they start taking profits.”

Cheaper electricity – no bans, no subsidies and protecting the environment from wind, solar and powerline destruction are key policies.

“As a party we have long proposed legalising nuclear power and the Liberal party took our policy, which was great,” Mr Quilty said.

“We don’t want to subsidise or

the government to pay for it, we just want to make it legal then let businesses do whatever is cheapest and drive energy prices down.

“What we’re doing with solar panels and wind farms and the connecting infrastructure which has been left out of the equation, is driving up energy costs.”

The Libertarians want to abolish the Federal Department of Education, encourage new education models and fund children, not schools, including home education co-ops.

Other goals include protecting women-only spaces and sports; reforming immigration to reduce the economic strains; enshrining rights in the constitution; defending freedom of speech; promoting rights to privacy; and ending Australian involvement in overseas conflicts.

MARK McFarlane wants to keep it real as a candidate for Indi as he believes there are too many groomed politicians following the party line.

Glenrowan is close to Mr McFarlane’s heart as he lived there for more than a decade and the now Benalla resident describes himself as a conservative Independent who is out to serve the people.

He took aim at incumbent Helen Haines because as he said farmers feel like they’re not getting any support from her around the construction of solar facilities on agricultural land.

“I am not for this renewable push and I’m representing the people who just want good base load power and I want to continue to support the coal and gas industry,” he said.

As a carpenter and home designer, he feels their needs to be a greater focus on building houses rather than the government just throwing money at schemes and nothing happens.

Mr McFarlane was an Australian Army apprentice carpenter when he was younger and he wants to see this reinstated as it will help bolster military as well as the building industry as more people become qualified.

“I am a real choice for the independence of Indi, and not an advocate for Climate200, World Economic Forum, World Health Organisation or the United Nations,” he said.

“These are all unelected infiltrators on our free way of life.”

Other topics Mr McFarlane is interested in include a push for better health care around untested vaccines, carcinogenic EMF microwaves from 5G towers and transmitters, aeroplane pollution and weather manipulation of the skies.

He also wants to lessen the income tax burdens on the average Australian, keep coal and gas in the power generation mix, and see an end to parental right impediments around schooling and medical aspects of people’s own children.

“I also want to stop the roll-out of toxic wind/solar and battery factories on our country, as well as lowering migrant stress on our housing and public facilities,” he said.

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Euroa Village THE FACE OF THE 2025 APPEAL: Jack Stevens had surgery at 15 months old to remove a brain tumour. Now 6, Jack still attends regular appointments at RCH to help support his recovery. The Good Friday Appeal makes journey’s such as Jack’s all the more easier for kids and their families.

Give that they may grow Royal Children’s Hospital – Good Friday Appeal 2025 at Euroa

By NEVILLE MAWSON THE Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal in 2024 was another highly successful year financially of new record totals set, with the Euroa area no exception.

Planning and fund raising for the RCH Good Friday appeal finishes on every Good Friday, and restarts on that same day for the following year.

One year reaches its culmination and the next one commences.

This year in Euroa, as in past years, we will see members of the local Fire brigade along with volunteers from within the community gather at the fire station from 8.30am on Good Friday

in preparedness for the start of the door-to-door collections in the Euroa township, which commence at 9.30am.

Prior to Good Friday, we have had the members of the Euroa Junior fire brigade selling raffle tickets for the Easter egg raffle, and most businesses in Euroa boast a collection tin for the Royal Children’s Hospital sitting on their counter, these are collected prior to Good Friday in readiness for counting.

Varying community groups also hold special functions throughout the year, such as the Euroa Bowling Club who hold a special bowls day on Good Friday with all proceeds being

contributed to the appeal.

So if you’re a bowler, be there on Friday and you will be assisting the kids at the hospital.

Our local hotels conduct a hamper raffle prior to Easter with all funds raised going towards the Euroa total.

How can you help?

You can meet our collectors in the street with your donation when you hear the fire truck in your street.

Should you miss the fire truck, donations can be left with members of the fire brigade who will be at the fire station from 9am through to 5pm on Good Friday.

Earlier donations may be left with Neville Mawson or you can

phone your pledge through on 0418 525 384 and pay this to Neville after the event.

A receipt will be issued upon request.

Please be aware that something new this year is that the fire brigade members will be issued with a special swipe facility on their phones with all monies being paid directly to the Appeal.

If a member offers their phone for you to swipe, this is not a fraudulent practice, but is a genuine way of saving on the cost of EFTPOS machines.

We look forward to your continued support in 2025, remembering we wish the community to “Give that they may grow”.

Farmers’ Market meet, greet, eat and shop SAT 19TH APRIL 9AM - 1PM

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“It is literally the luck of the draw of where you go on the ballot paper, so number one, I wouldn’t have any complaints about that,” she quipped.

“The independent movement in Indi has been run on volunteers and there were lots of them turning up today.

“It was terrific to meet the other candidates in this important race and their families and friends who were supporting them.

“We’ve got some important candidate forums coming up which is a real opportunity to have questions and answers with the general public.

“Then pre-poll starts and a lot of people in Indi do their voting in the two weeks leading up to election day.”

Liberal candidate James Trenery attended the draw and said he was happy with number three, but noted there will be a percentage of people who vote from 1 to 9 down the ballot, but others who vote from 9 to 1.

“The latter is something I might be promoting,” he said with a chuckle.

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SEE THE NUMBER: An AEC representative draws out one of nine numbers and shows the audience.

“It’s going to come down to a lot more than the ballot draw and there are quite a few issues starting to rear their head now, which is good.”

The only other candidate to attend the draw was Independent Mark McFarlane, who nominated first, however was assigned number nine on the ballot.

Now candidates will be busy finalising their preference deals with fellow candidates ahead of the

ORANGE ARMY: Liberal member Tony Schneider and candidate James Trenery enjoy a laugh at the ballot draw event that was strongly attended by Helen Haines supporters.

printing of the how to vote cards.

The elections has certainly had an injection of energy and this will continue on Monday night with the Victorian Farmers Federation Wangaratta and district branch election candidates forum.

The event will have VFF state president Brett Hocking as the convenor and no relevant questions will be barred.

All candidates have been in-

vited to attend the forum.

Early voting polling places open on Tuesday, 22 April with Wareena Park Hall the local venue.

Opening hours will include 22-24 April (8.30am-5.30pm), 26 April (9am-4pm), 28 April to 1 May (8.30-5.30pm), and 2 May (8.30am-6pm).

Polling places on Election Day voting, 3 May, will be open from 8am to 6pm.

Best friends and roommates Dreux (Keke Palmer) and Alyssa (SZA) are about to have One of Them Days.

When they discover Alyssa’s boyfriend has blown their rent money, the duo finds themselves going to extremes in a comical race against the clock to avoid eviction and keep their friendship intact.

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DISNEY’S SNOW WHITE Sat 26 April, 7:30pm & Sun 27 April, 4pm

“Disney’s Snow White” is a live-action musical reimagining of the classic 1937 film. The magical music adventure journeys back to the timeless story.

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Community Information Council Services – Easter and ANZAC Day Hours Heading away or staying local over the Easter long weekend?

Here’s what you need to know about Council services:

Rubbish Collection

There will be no kerbside collections on Good Friday, 18 April, and all transfer stations will be closed.

Saturday 19 April: Friday collections (Areas A & B) will be picked up. All other services will run as normal.

Customer Service Centres

The Council’s Euroa Customer Service Centre will close at 5 pm, while the Nagambie Customer Service Centre will close at 4 pm on Thursday, April 17. Both locations will reopen at 9 am on Tuesday, April 22.

For after-hours support, call 1800 065 993 and follow the prompts.

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New one-stop shop to help through every stage The project, developed in partnership with the Euroa Chamber of Business and Commerce and Euroa Action Group Inc., aims to link new and existing artworks in a vibrant, walkable trail that reflects Euroa’s identity, culture, and natural beauty.

EOIs close at 5pm on May 7, 2025, with installations planned by the end of July.

Download the brief and apply via Council’s website or contact info@strathbogie. vic.gov.au for more info.

The Euroa Three: A Celebration of Local Artistry

We’re proud to present The Euroa Three, an exciting new exhibition showcasing the work of three talented local artists: Deb Cavanagh (acrylic), Anna Mackrell (oil), and Bruce Hargrave (watercolour). Hosted at the Artbox in Euroa from April 2 to 28, the exhibition offers a unique Nagambie Visitor opportunity to experience three Information Centre distinct artistic styles, each • Closed Good Friday capturing the beauty of our • Open 10am – 4pm all region in their own way. Visitors other Easter days will also have the chance to meet • Closed until 1 pm on ANZAC Day the artists and gain insight into Euroa Community Hub their creative process. Entry is free, so don’t miss this fantastic Closed on Good Friday celebration of local talent! and ANZAC Day. Open 10 am – 2 pm daily.

Careers at Strathbogie We wish everyone safe and Manager - Planning restful long weekends. & Investment Nagambie Splash Park • Full time, permanent Season Ends Soon opportunity As the school holidays wrap up, • SEO Contract so does the season for Nagambie • Applications close Splash Park. The final day to 5pm, Monday April 21, 2025 enjoy the park is Monday, April Customer Service Coordinator 21, 2025. Operating hours are 9 • Full time, permanent opportunity am to 8 pm daily, though the park • Band 7 - $93,274 per annum will be closed if temperatures are • Applications close 5pm, forecast below 22°C or during Monday, April 21, 2025 extreme weather conditions.

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Located at Buckley Park on gov.au/careers to find out Blayney Lane, the Splash Park more and apply today. offers a variety of fun water play equipment for all ages.

Ordinary Council Meeting Take advantage of these last The May Ordinary Council Meeting days to splash and play! will commence at 4pm on Tuesday, For more details, visit: May 20, 2025. The community www.strahbogie.vic.gov,au are invited to attend the Euroa Community Conference Centre Artists Wanted: Bring or to view the meeting online Euroa’s Public Art Trail to via the livestream link on the Council website at https://www.

Life! strathbogie.vic.gov.au/meetings/ Strathbogie Shire Council is calling on artists to help shape the next chapter of Euroa’s Extraordinary Council creative story, with Expressions of Meeting Interest now open for the Euroa An Extraordinary Council Meeting Public Art Trail Project 2025. will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2025, at 4:00pm at the Euroa Building on the success of Community Conference Room. the beloved Swoop the Big Barrwarrang magpie sculpture, This meeting will consider the this next stage—funded with Draft Community Vision 2035, $50,000 from the 2024–25 Pitch Draft Council Plan 2025-2029, My Project initiative—will see at Draft Asset Plan 2025-2035, Draft least two new sculptures installed Long Term Financial Plan 20252035, Draft Budget 2025-2026 and in key locations like Binney draft Revenue and Rating Plan.

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THE Allan Labor Government has created a free new online service for Victorian parents and carers to support them through every stage of parenting - from planning a family to early childhood.

Minister for Government Services Natalie Hutchins launched the Parents Portal on the Service Victoria platform and app on Tuesday and announced that a digital birth certificate will be piloted later this year.

The portal is a one-stop shop for parents and carers seeking information and resources when planning to have a child.

It includes resources on maternal and child health services, early childhood education, playgroups, kindergarten, and critical information on emergency services.

Ms Hutchins said families needed trusted information to help raise the state’s youngest.

“From pregnancy to the first day of primary school, this will provide parents with vital information and

resources as their families navigate different stages of life,” Ms Hutchins said.

“We know parents are juggling multiple priorities at once, that’s why we’re making it easier for parents to access the information they need when they need it.”

The service is shaped by feedback from Victorian families and carers and includes important information for parents who have a child with a disability and for LGBTQI+ parents.

Building on information in the ‘green book’ – a book supplied to parents to track their children’s health and development progress – the portal aims to provide parents with more resources for early childhood and beyond, particularly around key life events and accessing essential healthcare services.

The new portal is part of the Labor government’s digital transformation agenda, designed to make it quicker and easier for Victorians to interact with government services.

This is the first phase of rollout for the Parents Portal, and it will be expanded over time to incorporate new functions and features to respond to the changing needs of Victorian families.

Future features being considered include a personalised navigator to enable new and soon-to-be parents to access personalised content about their child’s current development stage.

A new digital birth certificate will be piloted on the Service Victoria app to make it easier for parents to securely store and show proof of their child’s birth when they need to, such as enrolling their child in 3-year-old kinder.

More than 130 government services are available online and from the Service Victoria app which can be downloaded at the Apple or Google Play Store.

Victorians can also visit the portal at https://service. vic.gov.au/find-services/family-and-child/parent-support

RELAXING AFTERNOON: Di Mackrell playing in Euroa’s ARTBOX as Bruce Hargrave potters away at a watercolour.

PHOTO: Andy Wilson

HARPIST IN THE GALLERY

By ANDY WILSON IF a warm autumn afternoon in Binney Street was not relaxing enough, passers-by of the ARTBOX were turning their heads on Thursday to catch a glimpse of a self-taught harpist in action inside the makeshift, ‘itinerant’ art gallery.

Di Mackrell has been playing the harp for over a decade and decided to bring the smaller of her two instruments - made with all the right curves by Malmsbury musician Andy Rigby out of hoop pine, blackwood, and jarrah - and

delight firstly herself with her tunes and then those in the street.

Artist Bruce Hargrave worked meticulously on a commissioned water colour in the ARTBOX’s corner.

Ms Mackrell - a North Dakotan native but now from Kelvin View - has had enough years in Australia to almost cover her midwest twang when she stopped after a mesmerising rendition of Simon and Garfunkel’s Bridge over Troubled Waters.

“If you have played the piano, then there is a lot of transfer which I discovered

because I was first a piano player.

“I always wanted to play a harp but I had other instruments and thought maybe I don’t need a harp and then I went to a music camp and they had one and I asked if I could try it.

“And because I played piano and could play by ear, I could play a tune straight away.

“So I just had to have one.”

She then plucked a few strings and her revere for the harp returned as the lulling opening to Sting’s Fields of Barley drew the lazy afternoon mood back again.

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Outage outrage AS I sit here on Sunday, 6th April, my power has been off three times and this after I had no electricity for an entire day last week due to planned maintenance.

I went to the Outages website to find out how long this situation was likely to last, but - surprise surprise - the website showed no outages.

You have the option of reporting the outage via their website or by phone, except that the online reporting facility was undergoing “critical updates” so was not available.

Reporting by phone meant being on hold for at least half an hour, but I ran out of patience with that.

So my question is “would Ausnet get away with frequent power outages in our large towns and cities”?

Clearly they wouldn’t.

But we are country folk so we are expected to put up with it.

Lynda Griffiths, Balmattum

which use no water in cooling.

Smaller modular reactors, such as the Hitachi-GE 330MW, and micro-reactors use little or no water.

All base load power stations use steam to turn a turbine connected to a generator, this is where large amounts of cooling water are used.

The only difference is the energy source such as nuclear, coal, or gas.

So nuclear is a very good option for power generation.

I have worked in both the power generation industry and uranium extraction industry.

Mark Tame, Strathbogie

Regions under siege

REGIONAL Victorians are under siege as the Allan Labor Government continues to gouge those who live outside Melbourne with more new taxes, making regional Victorians pay the price for Labor’s failure to manage money.

As a Bendigo-based MP, Premier Jacinta Allan has attempted to market herself as a champion for regional Victorians.

I HAVE a question for people The sad reality is the only living in northeastern Victoria. attention regional Victorians get Do you support Australian from the government is ripping farmers and do you want our more money away in taxes and farmers to grow clean, green using it to fill budget black holes food in a sustainable way? for Melbourne-based projects.

If you answer ‘yes’ to that The callous Emergency question, you must also support the best possible water policy, as Services Volunteers Tax, looming on July 1, is set to sting water is the key ingredient for farmers 189 per cent more growing this food. than the fire services levy it is Perhaps you would then like replacing. to ask your local Independent But it will affect us all, Member, Helen Haines, why she ripping out an extra $140 does not support your region’s million annually from regional farmers, and those in other communities to be funneled into parts of the nation.

Melbourne, mostly to prop up I suspect Ms Haines will tell well-paid backroom office staff. you, “yes, I support farming”, We won a reprieve in but does she?

Parliament last week with a vote If she supports farming, why on the latest tax grab deferred. did she vote for Water Minister We will keep up the fight.

Tanya Plibersek’s legislation But this tax is just the which has allowed water beginning, with the Allan Labor buybacks on a massive scale, Government also about to slug yet without the original social Victoria’s food producers with and economic protections for regional communities that were another new biosecurity tax.

This new tax will impact promised from the start of the 2012 Murray-Darling Basin Plan’s anyone who engages with the agricultural supply chain – implementation? farmers, transporters, and even Has Ms Haines supported the local governments and will buyback legislation, and other be the 61st new or increased anti-farming policies of the Labor tax – and it is again aimed Albanese Government, because squarely at regional Victorians. that is what her Teal colleagues All this, while the dark cloud and their financial supporter that is the long-awaited new Simon Holmes à Court have animal welfare laws, which requested (or demanded)? hover over producers in regional Published data shows Ms Victoria.

Haines has voted with the There so much uncertainty Greens in 76 per cent of as we await imminent details of divisions during the current how it will impact hardworking parliamentary term. producers, not just now, but That means the Member for Indi is backing the Greens more particularly as deals are done with vegan micro-parties and than three-quarters of the time. independent MPs in the lead up That’s not what I would call to the next election. ‘independent’ and I am sure it There is a very real and does not align with the views of justified fear that these many in her electorate. changes will make it harder And there’s only one way to and more expensive for change it.

Jan Beer, Yea producers to grow food, which will only further push up the cost of groceries for every single Victorian.

This government is out of control - we live with potholes, a hospital system falling apart, I REFER to the egregious and schools that desperately article by Natalie Collard (The need upgrades, while cash is Euroa Gazette, 26 February) drained from our regions to top claiming too much water use up Melbourne pet-projects. is a reason that nuclear power Enough is enough. should not be used.

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A prosecco, by any other name, would not taste as sweet

Ducking the issue

I’VE been a member of a political party for over 20 years so I reckon I’m well placed to recognise other political party members and operatives.

Helen Haines has all of the I NOTE the news that the hallmarks of being a member Australian Government is reof the undeclared “Climate 200 opening discussions with the Party”.

European Union regarding a Political Party candidates and Free Trade Agreement.

MPs receive the bulk of their While this news will be funding from the party or its welcome in many corners due to surrogates (in this case Climate the uncertainty created by the 200), they campaign with and for tariffs imposed by the United other party-aligned candidates States, it is vital that any deal (e.g., anti-Liberal candidates), does not sell out the interests of they caucus on policy with other Australia’s farmers, winemakers, party-aligned MPs (Climate grape growers, and other 200-funded Teals & Greens), they agricultural industries. support each other’s political Indi produces some 60 per activities, and overwhelmingly cent of Australia’s prosecco, in vote as a bloc in Parliament. an industry which was under The most concerning thing threat in the proposal put for voters in Indi is that Helen forward by the European Union Haines prosecutes the Climate in the last round of negotiations.

200 agenda to the letter.

I fought tooth and nail That agenda may have some together with our local relevance in Melbourne but is winemakers for them to retain totally wrong for Indi. the ability to use the name If it walks like a duck and prosecco and the government quacks like a duck... was right to walk away from the Tony Schneider (Liberal deal at that time.

Party member), Benalla What was on the table in 2023 did not represent a good deal or fair trade for Australian winemakers.

With this renewed opportunity, I encourage the Trade Minister Don Farrell to I RECENTLY asked the negotiate in the best interest Treasurer if regional Victoria of our prosecco growers and would finally receive its fair winemakers. share in the upcoming state It is better to have no deal budget. than a deal that sells out Last year, we got just 13 per prosecco - a bad deal for cent of the state’s infrastructure Australia. spend, despite making up a Dr Helen Haines, quarter of the population.

Independent member for Indi We’re being short-changed.

I have shared a comprehensive list with both the Premier and the Treasurer, but here is a brief outline of a few WHY is Helen Haines things we need.

Campaigning in Western Victoria?

Euroa, Nagambie, and Helen Haines is supporting a Heathcote need fluoridated water. fellow “country independent” to Seymour, Avenel, and try and defeat Dan Tehan in the Swanpool are still desperate for seat of Wannon. more childcare.

Why? Do the people of Indi And housing? Pick a town. stand to benefit if another A lack of new builds has seen Liberal is defeated? waitlists reach over two years for Haines is constantly pushing social housing. agendas that are not in the Want some more? interest of the people of north Try our crumbling roads or east Victoria.

CFA brigades like Strathbogie She voted to support more stuck with 30-year-old trucks and water buybacks. unusable sheds.

She voted to end live-sheep Our health services are exports. being stripped back before our Whatever her personal eyes; we have 11,500 square opinions, both of these issues kilometres and you can’t safely are critical to the agricultural deliver a baby. communities of Victoria.

Funding is about to run out Less irrigation water means for Royal Flying Doctor Service lower and more expensive volunteer patient transport, agricultural production. and family violence and Stopping live sheep exports homelessness services have out of WA affects all sheep been cut in Benalla. producers in Victoria with lower It’s time this government prices. realised Victoria is more than Rural communities are doing just Melbourne, and that it hard enough without more infrastructure projects can go self-inflicted damage from a beyond CFMEU favours. politician acting against the Labor has to stop gaslighting interests of her constituents. regional Victorians and govern As for the voters of Wannon, for the whole state.

I do hope they’re not stupid Annabelle Cleeland, Member enough to vote out a member for Euroa who’s quite likely about to become a minister in government.

We did that here in Indi a few elections ago, and not only AS say the ATO folk: did we not get a seat at the big “Illegal tobacco’s no joke; table, now we have an MP who we’ll send out our spies, votes with Labor on policies so don’t act with surprise which harm our agricultural if your assets all go up in communities. smoke.”

Bill Stanton, Euroa Craig Penny, Terip Terip

Time for our fair share

Way out west

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Trenery backs Liberals’ plan

By ANDY WILSON THE furthest things from James Trenery’s mind on the campaign trail are the topics being discussed on the national stage and he has no hint of concern about a party-based candidate taking the seat of Indi from independent Helen Haines.

Mr Trenery spoke with The Euroa Gazette on Saturday on his third campaign trip to Binney Street.

He said criticism over the Liberals’ plans for gas and media-reports of about-faces on issues such as working from home and how 41,000 public servants will be shed from government departments, has little bearing on what the people of Indi want to talk about.

“I am on the streets every day, and not one single person has asked me about it,” Mr Trenery said.

“No one has come up to me and asked: ‘who’s working from home and who’s not?”

“A lot of people talk about campaigns from a political point of view, but around regional areas people don’t care about it, they (ask) ‘what are the results, what are you going to do?’”

Mr Trenery said there was one thing on everyone’s mind.

“When I was doorknocking, everyone was talking about their electricity bill.

“They were saying ‘bring the electricity bills down’.

“It’s really hurting these families.”

On renewable energy, Mr Trenery agrees with his party and said

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THIRD TRIP: John Mason, Bill Stanton, and Jimmy Davidson (right) talk local issues with James Trenery. that a combination of gas, renewables, and nuclear energy was the way forward.

He said he had not seen ‘even one’ energy plan where renewables reached the 2050 target of zero emissions.

“They are not going to get us

there – they are not – it has to be a mix of the whole lot,” he said.

“If we get there, (then) we get there, so how that looks if that’s the main aim won’t matter as much, as long as we are looking from the point of view of a lower cost.

“And the supply needs to be secure.”

Mr Trenery said he was ‘well connected’ in his community and has a strong CV which includes his role as Mayor of Indigo Shire.

He said any notion of his party telling him how to vote was over-

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Markets bloom again at Euroa

By HELEN BROOK THE Euroa Farmers Market is on this Saturday, 19 April in Rotary Park and along Kirkland Ave from 9am to 1pm.

It will be Easter Saturday and there will be lots to see and do with a big crowd expected.

As always, Rotary Park will be full of stalls selling everything from fresh fruit and vegies to honey, olive oils, wine, greeting cards and pottery, jewellery, soaps, and other beauty products.

Fresh bread, Italian biscuits and cakes, garlic, dried flower arrangements, original paintings, plants, lots of plants, and more plants, icecream, and coffee.

There will be dog coats and kid’s toys, handmade signs for all locations, candles, lavender products, and cheese.

And socks and hats, of course.

Young Neveah will be painting faces all morning for free.

The Filipino Australian & Friends Association group will be everywhere at the market.

They will be hosting the community BBQ and will perform some traditional and modern Filipino dances throughout the morning.

Local musician Neale Williams will be performing on the stage, singing all his popular originals and other blues songs fresh from his gig

at the Barooga BluesFest.

Euroa Kindergarten will have a table full of fun activities to keep every child entertained.

There will be egg and spoon races and lots of Easter themed props for great photo opportunities...and that’s all free as well.

If you like to shop, buying fresh locally produced products and locally made crafts or grown fruit and vegetables, then it’s all at the Euroa Farmers Market this Saturday.

See you there.

For more information call Helen on 0447 360 059.

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$1 billion pledge for mental health services

By STEVE KELLY FREE mental health care under Medicare announced by federal Labor as part of a $1 billion plan to bolster access if re-elected has been welcomed by Labor candidate for Indi and social worker Mitch Bridges.

The plan includes: * $225 million for 31 new and upgraded Medicare mental health centres; * More than $200 million for 58 new, upgraded or expanded headspace services; * $500 million for 20 youth specialist care centres for young people with complex needs; and

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* $90 million for more than 1200 training places for mental health professionals and peer workers.

Mr Bridges said this announcement and funding shows that the government is taking early intervention seriously.

He said that for too long governments have focused too much on the pointy end of the crisis when it comes to mental health support.

“I’ve seen the value that early intervention to our young people, not only in terms of the cost ben-

efit when you consider the savings that the approach makes in terms of intensive services that can be avoided, but also the impact that we can make as professionals on the trajectory of their lives,” Mr Bridges said.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the new network of 20 youth specialist care centres will close another critical service gap in the mental health system, ensuring young people in what mental health experts call “the missing middle”, get the specialist help they need.

He said these will aim to fill “the missing middle” service gap which means young people with complex

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“As we expand the range of free services backed by Medicare, the Medicare Mental Health phone line (1800 595 212) and website (medicarementalhealth.gov.au) will help Australians find the free service that is right for them,” Mr Albanese said.

The prime minister said providing more free, public mental health services for Australians with different levels of need will help to relieve pressure on the subsidised services provided by private psychologists.

He said it will take pressure off

the Better Access program, support psychologists to work to their full scope of practice and spend more time treating people with moderate and high needs.

The Coalition has promised to invest an additional $400 million in youth mental health services, including regional mental health services and a National Centre for Excellence in Youth Mental Health.

Data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare shows that 8.5 million or 43 per cent of the population aged 16-85 years old have experienced a mental illness.

Some 4.3 million or 22pc have experienced a mental disorder in the last 12 months.

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2025 federal election Indi Candidates Why have you put yourself forward as a Q1 candidate, and if elected, what principles would

your three key issues in Indi and what action/policy/ Q2 planWhatdo are you have to make a difference?

A1

A2

govern your representation as Indi’s federal MP?

Helen Haines Independent

Mitch Bridges Labor

James Trenery Liberal Party

Athol Thomas One Nation

Alysia Regan Greens

Tim Quilty Libertarian

Michael White Family First

Ben Howman Legalise Cannabis

A fair go for Indi and regional Australia: As Indi’s federal independent MP, we set our priorities here in Indi and my record fighting for our communities and for regional Australia is strong.

I have local impact and national influence, with a track record working across party lines and with both the Coalition and Labor in government.

I develop solutions in consultation with our community and with the experts. It’s how we do politics differently in Indi and what sets us apart from the major parties. My decision making is based on common sense, accountability, transparency, and fighting for a fair go for Indi and regional Australia.

Housing, health & accountability: People want leadership that is focused on helping our community instead of themselves, and I am laser-focused on achieving a better deal for regional Australia. My solutions to the housing crisis are focused on delivering funding for water, sewerage and power connections to unlock new housing – policy that has been adopted by both major parties and shows my influence on the national agenda. Regional Australians get sicker and die sooner and I am fighting for a dedicated Building Rural Hospital Fund to give regional health services access to funding to improve our local hospitals, keep care close to home and provide more regional training opportunities for healthcare workers. I will continue to hold the government to account, so that taxpayer spending stacks up, we stamp out corruption and ensure public money is spent for public good, not political self-interest.

A1

A2

I’ve put myself up as a candidate for Indi because the government has built momentum in heath, housing, cost-ofliving measures, education, climate and energy, as well as moved the scales and giving the hard workers in Indi better pay and conditions, and made sure that people are keeping more of what they earn. Indi deserves representation that will back in working families. In terms of values; as a social worker, everything that I do is in the interest of fairness, collaboration, action on systemic change, and putting people first.

The three issues I’m most passionate about are education, housing, and energy. Labor is committed to fully funding every public school, giving every child the best start and breaking the cycle of inequality early. Fee-free TAFE means school leavers can train for good jobs in key sectors like health and construction. We’re tackling the housing crisis from every angle - Build to Rent, the biggest rent assistance increase in 30 years, 1.2 million new homes, 100,000 homes for first home buyers, and training more tradies to get it done. In energy, we’re investing in household batteries and renewable projects across the country - well on our way to 82% renewable energy by 2030. Labor is doing the work now to make life better for working people—and I’m ready to fight for Indi to be part of it.

A1

A2

I’m running for parliament because it’s time for change to get Australia back on track. My wife Amanda and I own and operate a small business, run a farm, and like so many people across Indi, pay a mortgage and support our family. Just like you, we’re feeling the cost-of-living pinch. Everything is so much more expensive now than it was three years ago, when Albanese and Labor took over, and sadly, our current member has done nothing about it. I value individual freedoms, free enterprise that supports small business, and listening to our community, like I am on opposing solar factories.

Cost of living is the biggest issue impacting all of us right now. We can’t afford to continue on our current path. Interest rates, power bills, fuel, food, insurance, are all more expensive. Helen Haines has done nothing about it. Only the Liberals will deliver a cost-of-living Tax Offset, cutting your tax by $1,200. Cut the fuel tax in half, saving you 25 cents-per-litre, which is $14 per tank, or $700 a year, percar. We will also build more homes by investing $5 billion in essential infrastructure, unlocking 500,000 homes, we’ll ban foreign investors and temporary residents from purchasing existing Australian homes, and we’ll allow first home buyers to access up to $50,000 of their super for a deposit. We will also deliver cheaper and reliable power by unlocking gas and zero-emission nuclear technology, unlike Helen Haines’ plan for solar factories on our farms.

A1

A2

The lack of genuine, grass roots common sense in parliament has impacted most of us across Indi. Rather than get angry, I am pushing for change to bring those values back.Broadly, cost of living stress is obvious but the needs of communities throughout Indi’s many regions are quite different and cannot be adequately addressed without first being heard. Being truly accessible and actively listening to each area’s needs, I want to provide practical solutions supporting individuals, communities, businesses and our kid’s futures with fairness and equity based on my core belief that Australians should come first.

As your One Nation candidate for Indi, I’m focused on immediate cost-of-living relief. By cracking down on government spending, I’ll fight to put money back in your pockets by halving the fuel excise, pushing for family income tax sharing, and cutting electricity bills by 20%. Housing affordability and availability is another priority - I support One Nation’s plan to make homes affordable again by reforming immigration, banning foreign property purchases, and allowing you to use your superannuation for your own home. Lastly, I am also committed to advocating for measures that will end the utilisation of this region’s prime agricultural land for alternative energy solutions that are against the local communities wishes.

A1

A2

In a wealthy country like Australia, we should have world-class public health, education, and affordable housing. We have the resources to make it happen — but only if we choose to act. Under both major parties, you’re paying too much, while 1 in 3 big corporations pay no tax. Our plan takes on the big corporations and makes them pay their fair share. We’d use it to fund world-class public health and education and genuinely tackle the housing, climate and environment crisis. Our plan is ambitious and achievable – it’s fully costed by the Independent Parliamentary Budget Office. This election, you have a once in a generation opportunity to make it happen. Change starts with your vote.

Strong Sustainable Local Economy: • Financial incentives and advisory services for primary producers and regional processors to form cooperatives. • The direct economic benefits of the conversion of rural land to renewable energy generation are fairly shared with farmers and regional communities. • Increased support for new locally developed, owned and operated industries that are socially useful, support a healthy environment and provide fulfilling work. • The development and implementation of strategies to attract new residents and retain existing residents, through the provision of appropriate financial incentives, housing, community services, and cultural engagement. • Increased support for rural and regional arts, festivals and sporting fixtures.

A1

A2

Australia has a Cost of Government crisis. Australia is headed in the wrong direction. Both major parties have failed us. We are thrashing around to find the new direction.

Libertarians believe too much government is the problem, and individual freedom of choice is the solution.

I’m not promising more spending on someone’s pet projects. No subsidies paid for by higher taxes. The Libertarian Party will cut taxes and spending, leaving you with your own money to spend as you choose.

As I have in the past, I will never vote to increase your taxes or decrease your freedom.

We will unchain the economy to return prosperity to us all, set people free to live as they choose and defend our civil liberties from the ongoing attack by government. We will have a flat rate of tax of 20% on income over $50K, reform business taxation to only tax profits when distributed and reduce government participation in the economy. We will abolish the federal department of education empower parents by handing them control and funding, including home schooling co-operatives. We will protect women’s sport and spaces and restrict gender transition medical intervention to adults. We will enshrine a Bill of Rights in the constitution, abolish Sect 18C of the Racial Discrimination Act, and oppose misinformation and disinformation laws and government censorship of online platforms – there is no democracy or free society without freedom of speech and freedom of association.

A1

I’m running for Family First in Indi because I am passionate about defending the Judeo-Christian and liberal democratic principles that have built our nation. Family First stands for the values I hold - the sanctity of human life, opposition to radical gender ideology, and for the freedom to practise a faith and to educate your children in it. Our family-centric approach makes us a party of both principle and practicality. We need a common sense approach to energy to end high prices. We support family friendly taxation and housing policy. Less government waste means we can fund the services families actually need.

A2

Front line service delivery is how government can help Indi residents. Three major issues are ambulance and casualty wait times, more trains on the NE line and faster road repairs. Sometimes road repairs take so long that I suspect more is being paid to hire the warning signage for two years, than what the repair actually costs.

It’s too easy just to call for more services. They can only be responsibly delivered if we prioritise spending on what we actually need. When you have spent hours waiting for an ambulance to take your daughter from the local health service to hospital, it’s simple to understand that waste such as Ambulance Victoria hiring diversity officers has to go. Front line service delivery must take priority over woke, virtue signalling expenditure.

A1

A2

We were unable to contact this candidate, nor get a response from his party prior to going to press. The following is taken from the party’s website.

REDUCE HARM: The criminlisation of cannabis use is a decades old, failed policy that disproportinately harms young and Indigenous people and leads to massive upheaval in the lives of otherwise law abiding citizens. CREATE JOBS: Legalising and regulating cannabis will bring one of the nation’s leading cash crops under the rule of law. This will create jobs and economic opportunities in the formal economy instead of the illicit market. SAVE MONEY: Scare law enforcement resrouces will be better used to ensure public safety while reducing corrections and court costs. Governments would acquire significant new sources of revenue for regulating cannabis sales. PROMOTE CONSUMER SAFETY: Cannabis product testing is becoming a standard requirement for legalised cannabis markets. This means consumers are better informed about the cannabis they use.

A1

Mark McFalane Independent

A2

I have thrown my hat in the ring due to the bad name for independents that has been brought to bare on INDI, by the current sitting member.

The first issue for INDI is the great renewable rollout that is ripping us all off at the power meter box. These solar factories are a cancer on our prime agricultural land, of toxic proportions. We need reliable base load power, but ratcheting up power costs is all this renewable pipe dream is doing.

It is important that we have a representative that won’t bow to pressure outside of INDI, and concentrates more fully on the needs of our region. Currently we don’t have a true independent representative that cares enough for farmers, nor for the vulnerable in our electorate. INDI needs true independence that’s what I believe I am providing.

Housing is also in crisis mode, due to immigration sending homelessness rates off the charts. Immigration must be paused for at least two years while we recalibrate, and take care of our own peoples’ accomodation needs.

Finally, we need more funding for long term accomodation for the mentally ill. Drop in centres and headspace centres are not getting the results we need for so many who really need help. This would also create good outcomes for crimes committed by those who simply need long term help.

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LOCALS are being asked to keep their vehicles locked, as a recent increase in car crime has seen numerous offences and one arrest.

Euroa Police have noted a local increase in theft from motor vehicles and theft of motor vehicles where victims have left their vehicles unlocked and/or with keys in them.

Police will be educating locals on the ‘Remove it, Lock it or Lose it’ strategy, which will include fliers around town with information on how to prevent vehicle thefts and property theft from vehicles.

Sergeant Dempsey Willis said car owners needed to show precautions.

“Our take-home message for our community is to remove valuables from your

car,” Sgt Willis said.

“Lock your car, secure your keys, and never leave either them or spares in the car.

“Park in well-lit or secure areas and secure your number plates with anti-theft screws.”

A suspect in Avenel was arrested on Monday, 7 April and taken into custody for the theft of a motor vehicle.

The vehicle was towed for forensic investigation.

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Access to connect is easy in this community

By ANDY WILSON SUNDAY saw the inaugural Explore Euroa Day kick off with the re-opening of Euroa’s miniature railway before over 500 guests from a diverse range of ages flooded Seven Creeks Park to look at more than 22 displays and enjoy the entertainment from performers and musicians.

The miniature railway had been closed since the 2022 floods and drew passengers galore for driver Charlie Zameth to chuff around the refurbished tracks, proving it a hit with the grownups as much as the children.

Displays included those from the Men’s Shed, Cricket Club, Chamber of Commerce, Euroa Arboretum, and other services all geared to show Euroans that engagement with the local community was always at hand.

Mayor Claire Ewart-Kennedy said the day showcased the connections that locals can make.

“I felt as Mayor today so humbled and honoured to be part of

and there were food vans to keep everyone fuelled up.

The free event was part of Strathbogie Shire Council’s ongoing commitment to strengthening community resilience following the 2022 floods and was aimed also to support local groups and encourage volunteer participation.

Cr Ewart-Kennedy lauded a new initiative on display called ‘72 Hours’ which is designed for people to prepare their homes for disasters.

“It makes you think what do you need ready to go, when the time comes,” she said.

“And it made even me think about it so I am going to go home JUGGLING A TALL ORDER: Per and plan for any future disaster Westmann and Jermaine Smith ON THE RAILS: Euroa Miniature Railway driver Charlie Zameth delighted event.” get in on the act at the Explore “I think those kinds of things Euroa Day. PHOTOS: Dale Mann both kids and ‘bigger’ kids around the tracks. make us think about community, “If you want to be a part of your cide what she enjoyed the most. about helping each other.” such a grass roots event,” Cr Ewart The day was funded by the “She said ‘they were all so good’. community, it’s all easy to access.”

Kennedy said.

Community Recovery Hub, which “It was the loveliest thing.”

Cr Ewart-Kennedy said she “This was about connecting is jointly funded by the AustralThe gentlemen from the Men’s had met a family from Nagambie people who might not have have ian and Victorian Governments shed had a range of furniture for who were having a family reunthat connection with each other. through the Disaster Recovery sale that they make during the ion as well as an excited little “What it reinforced for me was Funding Arrangements. week, at quite affordable prices girl who said she could not dethe diversity and the access.

Finding the extraordinary in the ordinary at Army art fest

By CORPORAL MICHAEL ROGERS down from the work that I do, but it’s worked so far.”

One of Pvt Ross’ pieces was Growing up on a farm in Euroa, Private Keith Ross exhibited during the 2025 Denever took notice of the fending the Arts Festival, an magpie’s warble, part of the annual event held by the ADF background symphony of his Creative Arts Association to showcase Defence personevery day.

But after moving to Mel- nel’s work.

The pastel artwork Heavy bourne he realised how much he missed the mun- is the head that wears the 381 dane, how extraordinary the crown is a tribute to one of his fellow drivers at the Melordinary can be.

As an artist working in bourne University Regiment paints, pastels, and lino who relishes his role.

“He’s one of those people print, the emergency services worker and Army Re- who just gets things done.

“When he saw it, he stared serve driver now captures moments of ‘everyday spe- and said ‘Oh yeah, you’ve recialness’ as a way to de-stress ally captured me’.”

Pvt Ross describes his art from his jobs.

“I really do it for me and as a stylised, abstracted realif anyone else likes it, that’s ism.

“I try and distort things in great,” Pvt Ross said.

“It just puts a little coin brighter, more vivacious, or into the mental sanity piggy out-of-life colours so that it’s like ‘this is something that’s bank.

“I’m always a coin or two ordinary, but wow, colours’.

“It’s just jumping out and short from having a break-

UP CLOSE AND CREATIVE: Australian Army soldier Private Keith Ross painting a piece with watercolour markers.

PHOTO: Michael Rogers makes you think maybe it’s not so ordinary.”

The festival, held from March 10-14, comprised an exhibition and workshops and finished with a performance night.

The exhibit featured 39 pieces by 20 ADF artists and included paintings, sculptures, writing, and interactive art.

The theme of this year’s

festival was storytelling, and artists participated in workshops covering painting, writing, music, and tours of the NGA and the Australian War Memorial, to inspire and expand participants’ understanding.

Festival director and curator Major Anne-Maree Hunt said the performance night was the perfect way to finish.

“The performance was a

mixture of vocalists, dance, poetry, and musical instruments,” Maj Hunt said.

“It had a nice representation of all of them.

“Each of those artists that stood on stage put themselves out there, made themselves vulnerable, and represented their stories using that theme of storytelling.”

Maj Hunt’s children’s book Mateship was also featured in the exhibit, which she wrote and illustrated last year for the Army Storytelling Competition and which is about the different phases of mateship over the years, with instances out of every major conflict since the First World War. She said the aim of the festival was not only to display art produced by ADF personnel, but as a way for artists to connect at what is the equivalent of the annual ADF Sport carnival for the ADF Creative Arts Association (ADFCAA).

“A lot of the time we’re siloed and work in isolation,” she said.

“There’s not a lot of creative license to chat with your peers and get feedback.

“This one week means we can get together and talk about each other’s art, pat each other on the back and congratulate people for what they’ve achieved over the year.”

ADFCAA president Brigadier Isaac Seidl praised the artists.

“Creativity is capability,” Brig Seidl said.

“Sometimes performing as a leader requires you to lead the performance, and that is exactly what we’ve seen this week from some outstanding artists.”

Army personnel interested in exploring their creative sides should contact ADF. creative@defence.gov.au to join the association.

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AGRICULTURAL NEWS April favourable for beef, wool TUESDAY’S release of Bendigo Bank Agribusiness’ Monthly Commodity Update found that US tariffs should have less impact on agriculture than initially expected, however dry conditions across key cropping regions still have grain producers on edge.

Lamb markets are stable with wool a bright spot, while supply chain issues for fruit and vegetables have seen a lift in wholesale prices on the east coast and a struggle to get new crops in the ground due to soggy conditions.

Bendigo Bank Agribusiness senior manager of industry affairs Neil Burgess said the 10 per cent US tariff was expected to translate into a ‘minimal reduction’ of Australian beef export volume to that market, with it expected to continue at high levels.

“At this stage, the only limiting factor to exports is the processing capacity of local centres due to supply chain issues,” Mr Burgess said.

“Barley and canola exports are running well ahead of pace, helped by strong early-season shipments, but wheat is lagging.

“China (is) mostly absent from the market and the appetite for wheat imports remaining soft, held back by large domestic supplies and soft quota limits.”

Mr Burgess said the weather would remain in focus as farmers headed into sowing, particularly across southern cropping regions where conditions remain critically dry.

Australian wool was welcomed by the report as a ‘bright spot’ with the market gaining ground over the past month and the AWEX eastern market indicator (EMI) finishing higher in five out of the last six weeks to now sit at 1249c/kg, a 54c increase since the last selling week in February and up 9.4 per cent from this time last year.

IRRIGATORS BE PREPARED: The 2024-25 irrigation season ends on Thursday 15 May and opens again on Friday 15 August.

Major dewatering works to improve irrigation network

GOULBURN-Murray Water (GMW) is looking to enhance the performance of its delivery network with its most comprehensive dewatering campaign in more than a decade.

In the three months between irrigation seasons each year, GMW dewaters parts of its channel network to undertake crucial maintenance works on assets that are usually beneath the waterline.

GMW water delivery services general manager Warren Blyth said

dewatering channels also enabled GMW to inspect its network and combat aquatic weeds.

“Dewatering channels during the winter is one of the most effective means we have of treating aquatic weeds,” Mr Blyth said.

“Exposing weeds to frost helps us kill off large amounts without having to manually treat them with herbicide, making it a very efficient and cost-effective method.

“Dewatering also allows us to inspect more of our channel network,

which helps us prioritise future maintenance works.”

The 2024-25 irrigation season ends on Thursday 15 May, with Saturday 10 May the last day for placing orders.

The 2025-26 irrigation season then begins on Friday 15 August 2025.

Mr Blyth said irrigators needed to prepare now for the period between seasons when they would not have access to water.

“Customers will not be able to or-

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der water during the irrigation offseason, so it is important they have plans in place for if they need water during this time, such as filling their tanks and dams in advance,” he said.

“I strongly encourage anyone with questions about securing water for the irrigation off-season to get in touch with us to discuss their options as soon as possible.”

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New home for Euroa paramedics THE new, multi-million-dollar Euroa Ambulance Victoria branch is now open, providing crews with updated facilities in a boost to Euroa’s emergency and health services.

Ambulance Victoria interim CEO Andrew Crisp joined Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes on Thursday to officially open the state-of-theart branch.

Paramedics had already moved into the building last month, which is home to eight advanced life support paramedics and an ambulance community officer.

Located on Weir Street, the branch features a three-bay garage, two rest and recline areas, longer term accommodation facilities, training areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and improved security and car parking.

Mr Crisp said the opening was an exciting milestone for the community and local crews.

“This branch has cutting edge facilities that help our paramedics do their job and respond to life-threatening cases in the community,” Mr Crisp said.

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60 years ago – served the team and community well but wasn’t big enough to accommodate the number of staff now based at Euroa.

“This new building provides crews with the space needed to continue their training requirements, while also being conveniently adjacent to Euroa Health and other local emergency services.”

Ms Symes said the new branch was one of 46 new or upgraded ambulance stations

delivered through a $279 million investment by the state Government.

The number of on-road paramedic workforce has increased by more than 50 per cent – equal to almost 2,200 more paramedics.

“The new ambulance branch is a game changer for Euroa locals,” Ms Symes said.

“It provides 24/7 emergency healthcare for the community.

“Thank you to the paramedics, for all you do in taking

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care of the community.”

The branch was funded by the Victorian Government’s Ambulance Victoria Development Program and delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority in partnership with Ambulance Victoria, and builder Crow Constructions.

The Euroa team responds to communities including Violet Town, Avenel, Longwood, and Nagambie, and can be extended to surrounding towns such as Seymour and Benalla.

A PERFECT autumn day for the market and great to see new offerings. If only it would rain…

We say farewell to Abbey Ferguson who is stepping down as the Village Voice editor after five years and handing over to Andrew ‘AB’ Bullen.

AB has been in town a couple of years and looks forward to receiving your submissions at villagevoice@violettown. org.au Loved seeing the video on the Violet Town community noticeboard of cockies enjoying using the swing rope over the pond on Shadforth Reserve.

Early risers can see them in person!

Violet Town Football Netball Club presents the NetSetGo weekly program starting Thursday, 24 April from 4.305.30pm during Term 2 at the Rec Reserve.

NetSetGO provides children from 5 to 10 years with a positive introduction to netball, incorporating skill activities, minor games, music, dance, and modified matches.

Register at https://registration.netballconnect.com/userRegistration or email queries to violettownfnc@gmail.com Tickets are now on sale for the VTFNC Country Western Night on Saturday, 26 April 26 from 7pm.

It’s country music so wear your best country outfit.

Buy your tickets at http://thq.fyi/se/G4IWKUU or visit the club’s Facebook page.

Local artist Helena Gibson has a retrospective exhibition on at backARTS Gallery behind the museum in Cowslip St until Sunday, 27 April 27 with opening hours of Wednesdays-Sundays 10am-3pm.

The organisers of the Violet Town Music Festival are looking for volunteers to help. Contact Nett on 0417 166 824.

Over Easter, the VT Op Shop (aka our new Boutique) will be closed on Good Friday, but will be open Easter Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.

A recent discussion on the community noticeboard about vehicles and horses on roads made me check the Victorian Road Rules which state that if you ride an animal on the road (e.g., a horse), the animal is considered a vehicle.

Riders must obey the same road rules as other drivers.

If you are riding beside another rider, you cannot ride more than 1.5 metres apart.

Nevertheless, it is prudent to give way to horses on the road as they are less predictable in their behaviour.

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Veducci at Currie Park

David Gleeson and Neale Pool (back) with parents Peter Gleeson, Beth Poole, and Richard Poole, following the second week of ‘The Friday Swoop’ where David was a guest of Neale’s.

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By ELLEN DOYLE CURRIE Park held a modelling session of the winter collection of Veducci clothes on Thursday, 27 March, with 16 ladies attending, mostly from Euroa with a few from Currie Park Village.

The afternoon was enjoyed by all, with hostess Ellen arranging a beautiful afternoon tea and Mary Wallace bringing her homemade lovely pavlova and coconut biscuits.

A special thank you to all who attended and helped in any way, making it a happy occasion.

It will possibly be the last Veducci afternoon at Currie Park until later in the year.

HOW’S THIS FOR SIZE: Veducci consultant Chrysanne Brown and our Veducci model Susanne Wright showed off a selection from the winter range. PHOTO: Ellen Doyle

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The swoop returns to GraniteHill

By CATIE HILL JUST in time for Round 1 of the Goulburn Valley Football League’s 2025 season, residents at GraniteHill were just delighted to have Neale Poole, senior football assistant coach of Euroa Football Netball Club return for his newly named program “The Friday Swoop”.

Now in its third wonderful year, Neale Poole continues this fantastic work bringing the local footy and netball to GraniteHill residents and last week introduced senior coach David Gleeson to residents.

Neale’s dedication to volunteering on Friday nights and keeping everyone in the loop shows his passion for

the sport and the community by the way he incorporates achievements and highlights family connections from GraniteHill to the Euroa Football Netball Club, which really adds a personal touch that makes it even more special for the residents.

GraniteHill resident, and father of David, Peter Gleeson said that he really looks forward to hearing from Neale on a Friday night and is so appreciative of him giving up his own time after work to get to GraniteHill for the session.

“It’s not just about the footy scores or stats; it’s Neale’s efforts to go beyond just sharing sports news,” Mr Gleeson said.

“He’s truly invested in the community, and that makes

the sessions all the more meaningful to us.”

Not one for the spotlight, Neale said he was looking forward to bringing some special guests.

“I am excited to return in 2025 to continue building on the strong connection we have built up over the years between the residents and the club,” Neale said.

“I’ll be swooping in every Friday from 4pm.”

A presentation was made to Neale and the club of a framed certificate on behalf of the residents committing to being the No 1 supporter of the Euroa Football Netball Club as they continue to cheer loudly for the footballers and netballers and wish the club every success as always.

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Church Services ANGLICAN CHURCH Thursday 17th April (Maundy Thursday) 5pm St Paul’s Euroa Friday 18th April (Good Friday) 9.15am St Paul’s Euroa Saturday 19th April (Easter Saturday) 11am St Dunstan’s Violet Town Sunday 20th April (Easter Day) 8am St Andrew’s Longwood 9.15am St Paul’s Euroa Enq: 0405 879 554 Rev Richard Pennington www.anglicaneuroa.org.au All Welcome BAPTIST CHURCH 31 Kennedy Street, Euroa Sunday April 20th, 10am Tuesday: 9.30am Prayer, 10.30am Bible Study.

Listen to Vision Radio 88.4 FM Enq: Pastor Rob Archer 0408 513 566 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Services at Kelvin View Hall Sunday April 20th 10.30am Morning Worship Everyone welcome Pastor: Murray Broughton 5795 1950 PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Balmattum Every Sunday 3pm Worship Enq: Rev. Stephen McDonald 5762 6275 Yea Presbyterian Church, 9am St Andrew’s Seymour, 11.15am Nagambie inquiries to: Bonnie Purbrick 5794 2544 or Bill Day 5794 2070 CATHOLIC CHURCH St John’s, Euroa Holy Thursday 17th April 7pm Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper followed by “the watch” until 9.30pm Good Friday 18th April 10.30am Ecumenical Stations of the Cross at St Patrick’s Longwood 3pm Solemn Celebration of the Passion at St John’s Euroa 6pm Stations of the Cross at St Attracta’s Violet Town Holy Saturday 19th April 7.30pm The Easter Vigil at St. John’s Church Euroa Easter Sunday 20th April Masses 8.30am St Patrick’s Longwood 10.30am St Attracta’s Violet Town Enquiries: Fr Tony Hill 5795 3048 For Baptisms and weddings please contact Fr Tony or the Parish Office UNITING CHURCH St Andrew’s, Euroa Regular Sunday Service at 9.30am Everyone Welcome 17th April 5.00pm Maundy Thursday Service 18th April 9.30am - Good Friday Service 20th April 9.30am - Easter Sunday Service Enq: Robyn Burke 5795 3103 Judi Ward 0437 686 072 St Andrew’s, Strathbogie Service on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at 11am All Welcome Enq: Joan Wood 5795 1175 St Andrew’s Violet Town Regular Sunday Service at 9.30am All Welcome Enq: John Dunn 0419 362 866 EUROA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Old School House, Clifton St Euroa Every Sunday Meeting at 9.45am for prayer requests.

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Open Day welcomes Euroa to history of St Andrews Were you a debutante, or the partner of a debutante at the Caledonian Debutante Ball?

Did you sit for your VCE exams in St Andrew’s Hall?

If so, you are part of the 160year history of St Andrew’s Uniting Church.

Acknowledging that St Andrew’s U.C. continues to play a role as part of the Euroa community, the church members have planned an Open Day for Sunday, 27 April.

The general public will have the opportunity to view the commemorative stained glass windows and plaques inside both the church and the hall.

There are still descendants of the people named there who are living in the district which provides a tangible link between the past and the present.

In keeping with its reputation for its welcoming hospitality, refreshments will be part of its service.

The church building is on the heritage trail which links Euroa’s historic buildings.

Major upgrades over the years have included joining the church to the hall, upgrading the hall to have toilets and a modern kitchen, and installing an audio-visual system.

The facilities continue to provide a valuable venue for community use.

From its first service in 1865 which was held in the old Euroa

Part of the community for 160 years

HISTORY INSIDE: St Andrew’s Uniting Church will open its doors on Sunday, 27 April for a luncheon and opportunity to see the historical plaques and stained glass windows.

PHOTO: Andy Wilson Service: 10:30am-11.30am schoolhouse (situated where the role in the life of the Euroa comAll welcome to lunch from current Anglican vicarage now munity.

12pm Open Day: stands), to its current ‘home’ in Sunday, 27 April, 9:30amEssential RSVP for catering: Kirkland Avenue, St Andrew’s Marg Watters 0427 952 891 U.C. continues to play an active 3:30pm

Spirit Matters A RISEN SAVIOUR! Jesus last words on the cross were,” It is Finished!” (John 19:30); the Greek translation is ‘Paid In Full’. Past, present, and future sin were all dealt with at Calvary, so everyone may have life eternal for the genuinely asking. There’s nothing we can do, to add to what Jesus has purchased once and for all. (1 Tim.2:6) “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (Rom 5:1). ‘The Law of Double Jeopardy’ means you can’t be tried twice for the same crime. Applying this principle to Salvation, Jesus has already been tried and punished for our guilt, is irrevocably removed as far “as East is from the West”. (Psalm 103:12) His mercy and grace are beyond comprehension if we only know.

The word ‘justified’, means we’re declared ‘righteous’ in the sight of God. When you personally place your trust in Jesus as your Saviour, you begin a relationship as a restored you.

“It was the Fathers’ good pleasure...to reconcile all things to Himself...through the blood of His Cross.”. (Col 119-20) This world offers promises full of emptiness. Easter offers emptiness full of His Promises_empty cross, empty tomb and grave-clothes, for lives of joy and freedom.

Upon receiving Christ personally, in gratitude for His Amazing Grace, we become His children and kingdom co-heirs with Him. Heb. 11:6 says, “Without Faith is impossible to please God, because those who come to Him, must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.” Without Good Fridays’ grief, there’d have been no Sundays’ rejoicing! Our own resurrection someday, is now assured as foretold. His earliest followers spent Passover Saturday, devastated because they hadn’t really understood when Jesus had said that He must die but would return in three days. (Mark 9: 30-32) However, we celebrate Easter in full knowledge that Jesus is today seated at the right hand of His Father in Heaven (1 Peter 3:22), waiting for whom-so-ever will draw near and experience His vast love and blessings here and now ‘on earth as it is in heaven: So why not seek Him this Easter?

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Easter Sunday celebration for all THERE is no better way to celebrate Easter Sunday here in the Strathbogie Shire than to join with others and stand on Mt Wombat in the early hours of the morning and watch the sun come up.

This year there will be a short ecumenical service and an opportunity to sing some wonderful Easter hymns as we celebrate the resurrection of Christ.

The service will be led by Pastor Bob Bruce (retired) and music accompaniment provided by Di Mackrell with her harp and piano accordion.

Please meet at Mt Wombat at 6.30am and

bring a chair if you wish.

There will be car parking in several places including just below the summit.

Should the weather be inclement we will adjourn to the Kelvin View Fire Station on the Euroa-Strathbogie Road (TBC).

A hot drink and hot cross bun will be provided after the service.

You are also most welcome to bring your own thermos, mug, and hot cross bun if you prefer.

Come and be part of this wonderful celebration on Easter Sunday, 20 April from 6.30am.

For enquiries, please contact Joan Wood 0427 905 297.

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RCD Foundation raises $70,000 In epic NZ Adventure

By DAN GODSMARK A GROUP of 14 determined individuals set out on a weeklong challenge across New Zealand’s spectacular South Island, all in support of the Robert Connor Dawes Foundation (RCD Foundation).

Their goal was to raise vital funds for paediatric brain cancer research and the development of new treatments.

The journey was months in the planning, led by Euroa local and passionate RCD Foundation supporter, Dusty Perry.

Having previously helped raise about $150,000 through the well-known Connor’s Erg Challenge in Euroa, Dusty sought a new and physically demanding way to rally support for the cause.

Working closely with RCD Foundation chief executive Liz Dawes, the idea for a coast-to-coast endurance fundraiser was born - a cross-discipline challenge designed to push participants physically and mentally, while raising funds and awareness for an important cause.

The group was made up of people from all walks of life including myself, each carving out time from their busy schedules to be part of something greater than themselves. Despite differing backgrounds, they were

FUN ON THE WATER: Hunter leads the boat as the group enjoys a moment on the beautiful Waimakariri River. united by one goal - to raise money to help end paediatric brain cancer.

Day one started in Christchurch with an early morning briefing before transferring to Hokitika on the ever-wet West Coast.

After checking bikes and warming up with a short ride on the West Coast Wilderness Trail in cold and wet conditions, the group gathered for a welcome dinner at a local guide’s home.

The real challenge began at Cameron’s Beach, where the group cycled 50km through stunning scenery, passing Mitchells and Lake Brunner.

The rain only began to ease as the team approached Stanley Gooseman Bridge.

It was a physically demanding day that set the tone for the week ahead.

Everyone was relieved to be off the bikes and warming up again.

On day three, the group took on a 12km alpine crossing, starting at Arthur’s Pass and climbing to Temple Basin ski field before descending to Bealey Chasm.

Reaching an elevation of 1,400 metres, the hike tested every participant’s endurance, but rewarded all with panoramic views and a deep

sense of achievement.

The surrounding landscapes were unforgettable, and it was impossible to take your eyes off Mt Rolleston.

The rafting day was one of the most enjoyable.

With the guide’s dog, Hunter, entertaining the group with his boat-hopping abilities, spirits were high.

The team rafted 40km through the Waimakariri Gorge, navigating scenic highlights such as Hamilton Rapids and Horseshoe Bends.

The day was filled with adventure and required total teamwork.

ON YOUR BIKE: Completing 70km on the final day was a new personal best.

The final leg featured a 70km bike ride from the Waimakariri River to New Brighton Beach in Christchurch.

With rural countryside and farmland as the backdrop, the route posed one final test of stamina before reaching the New Brighton Pier - the symbolic end of the coast-tocoast challenge.

By the end of the trip, the group had raised almost $70,000 for the RCD Foundation.

These funds will go directly towards research, clinical trials, and wellness programs that support children

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On the third night, while waiting for our evening meal, RCD Foundation chief executive Liz Dawes presented each of us with a personal letter from a child - mine was Hugh.

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SPORT

Weather and form align for Euroa’s autumn golf season EUROA LADIES GOLF

home two nearest the pins as well as qualifying for the playoffs.

The matches to be played before Monday, 13 May are: Walker and Sutherland vs Roper and Flavel. Seeber and Rosenbrook vs Farmer and Bubeck. McCarthy and Jones vs Healey and McMahon. McNair and Gilbert vs Horwood and Johnson.

The first prize in the Eagles and Birdies competition went to Nicholas Watson.

Next week’s event will be Stableford.

By DEBRA COX Wednesday, 2 April saw fifteen women play 18 holes in the weekly competition under fabulous autumn skies.

We were also pleased to welcome back four of our nine-hole players.

This week, the scores reflected the ideal playing conditions with some impressive results.

Erica Mercer won the day with 37 points, closely followed by Levenia Redfern on 36.

There was a five-way tie for line balls between Lorraine Ellis, Mandy Edwards, Gail Allen, Robin Lied, and Freda Edwards, all finishing on 32 points.

We are all making the most of the good run on the fairways, although it certainly helps if you can hit straight.

Nearest the pin: 8th to Erica Mercer, 12th to Levenia Redfern, and 18th to our newest member, Faye Mollison.

A great result for Faye, and no doubt the first of many.

Drive and Pitch: 5th to Gail Allen, 15th to Lorraine Ellis.

Saturday, 5 April – Stroke and Monthly Medal.

Saturday’s competition featured Stroke and the Monthly Medal, sponsored by Drummond Golf. B Scratch was also up for grabs.

Once again, fifteen women took to the course and the scores were even better than Wednesday’s.

Annette Smith claimed the Monthly Medal with an exceptional net 68 - a brilliant result, particularly given that she has only recently returned to the course after six months off.

Jean Duff was runner-up with a net 70. Gail Allen and Jenny Thompson also had podium finishes with net 71.

Michelle Grady won B Scratch.

Least putts went to Grace Eddy with 28.

Drive and Pitch: 8th to Sarah Bullen, 12th to Annette Smith, and 18th to Grace Eddy.

5th to Freda Edwards and 15th to Jenny Thompson.

Wednesday, 9 April – Par Round.

Next Wednesday and Saturday will both be Par rounds - the gods of golf clearly have a sense of humour scheduling two in a row.

We all wish Judy McLean a speedy recovery following her mishap on Wednesday.

Judy, if anyone can wear a moon boot with style, it’s definitely you.

Eleven players turned out for 18 holes of the dreaded Par format.

The nine-hole competition was also well supported with seven players contesting Stableford.

It was a tight finish in the Par round, with three players finishing on plus one.

One of our newest members, Faye Mollison, won on a countback from Annette Smith and Erica Mercer.

A fantastic start to Faye’s golfing journey.

Kae Lummas was the best of the 9-hole players, returning a solid 18 points.

Nearest the Pin: 8th to Deb Cox, 12th to Annette Smith, and 18th to Kae Lummas.

Drive and Pitch: 5th to Michelle Thomson, 15th to Gail Allen.

Saturday, 12 April – Stableford Switch.

Saturday was originally scheduled as another Par round, but in a stroke of wisdom (and absolutely no selfinterest), our captain Sarah Bullen changed the format to Stableford.

Mary Dewis led the field with an excellent 38 points. Gail Allen and

OPEN SEASON: Marlene Hull officially opens the golfing season at Avenel Golf Club.

Sarah Bullen both returned 37 points, with Annette Smith rounding out the winners with 36.

Nearest the Pin: 8th and 18th to Jenny Thompson, and 12th to Erica Mercer.

Drive and Pitch: 5th to Annette Smith, 15th to Gail Allen.

Next Wednesday, the Easter Bunny is coming to the Club for a fun 12-hole round.

May Hamilton will be providing hot cross buns, and Freda Edwards will be distributing chocolates to the winners.

off from the red markers. Phil Fry is on duty.

Also, a reminder that our monthly dinner will be held on Saturday, 27 April.

Please get your bookings in early, as last month we reached capacity and had to close bookings.

Our pennant team recorded its first win of the season, defeating Yea at home, 3–2.

Congratulations to Nathan Macauley, Phil Fry, and David Kennett on their match wins.

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By RICHARD JOHNSON

LAST Saturday we had a good field despite many regulars being unavailable.

A stroke round was played for the April Monthly Medal.

There was a tie for the Monthly Medal, with Greg Roberts and Anthony Newham both finishing with a net 68.

After a lengthy countback, Anthony Newham was declared the winner.

The ladies’ winner was Bec Newham with a net 75.

Lineball prizes went to Greg Roberts (68), Rick Brodie (71), Phil Raftery (76), Victoria Fry (76) and Wally Dunn (76).

Nearest the pin winners: 4th hole – Victoria Fry. 8th hole – no winner. 15th hole – Chris Bennett. 17th hole – Ria Pearce.

Drive-and-pitch winners were Anthony Newham (men’s) and Victoria Fry (ladies’).

The least number of putts was recorded by Anthony Newham with 26.

The straightest drive was won by David Kennett.

Our pennant team of Aaron, Nathan, Mick, Phil and Barney lost to Alexandra at Yea, 3–2, with Aaron and Phil claiming wins.

Next week will be a Stableford round and the first round of the Wally Dunn Trophy.

What a cracker of a day Saturday was – the weather was absolutely gorgeous, and the scores were red-hot once again.

Peter Smith clearly enjoys returning to play at Strathbogie whenever he can, finishing with an impressive 40 points to win the men’s competition.

Kerry Hewlett took out the ladies’ competition with a solid score of 34 points.

Lineball prizes were awarded to: David Kennett – 40 points. Greg Roberts – 39 points. Mick Dixey – 37 points. Kevin Chenhall – 35 points. John Moore – 35 points.

Nearest the pin winners: 4th and 8th holes – John Moore. 15th hole – Greg Roberts. 17th hole – Visitor Christian Treloar.

Drive-and-pitch winners were John Moore (men’s) and Victoria Fry (ladies’).

The straightest drive was claimed by Grant Pearce.

Next week, the men will be teeing

DALE McIntosh’s net 71 saw him crowned the April monthly medal winner, finishing one shot ahead of Neal Healey on 72.

Cam Roper followed on 73, with Paddy McCarthy and Jackson Walker equal on 74.

Another junior member, Walt Pedder, claimed Division two with a fine net 75, which could have been much better if his putter had behaved.

Laurie McMartin had no such issues, using the flat stick only 22 times to win the putting prize on the much firmer and faster greens.

These challenging conditions tested many Division two players, with a dozen of them returning cards with Bradman scores.

Better scores were recorded during the Wednesday competition, with Keith Seebers winning on 38 points.

Matt Mills finished on par for the round, returning 37 points off a plus one handicap.

The scratch pennant team returned to the winner’s circle with a 3/2 win over Woodend at Alexandra.

The restricted handicap team were less fortunate, going down to Broadford on their home course.

The Birdies and Eagles draws begin next week, with a couple of tickets still available.

A week of par events was held at Euroa Golf Club. On Wednesday, 21 players took on the course in lovely autumn conditions. Jackson Walker continues to impress, recording another Division one win with a score of plus two from his handicap of 10.

Paddy McCarthy finished square.

In Division two, Walter Pedder continued his winning run with a plus six, ahead of fellow junior Alex Burton on plus three.

Charlie Walker was the best of the more seasoned players, finishing on plus one.

Saturday featured the qualifying round of the Murphy Motors four-ball event.

The winning pair was Charlie Walker and Ian Sutherland, who combined perfectly to return plus nine-one better than Paul Jones and Paddy McCarthy.

Ian Horwood had a strong day, taking

claimed the drive and pitch on the 7th.

The opening day for the 2025 winter season took place on Saturday, marked by a two-person Ambrose.

The field was welcomed by Vice President Bill Eddy, who invited Marlene Hull to officially open the course.

Marlene reflected on more than 40 years of playing golf at Avenel, a sport she was introduced to by chance but which has become close to her heart.

After formally declaring the season open, she continued tradition by NAGAMBIE GOLF CLUB making the first putt of the year.

Many thanks, Marlene.

By DAVID LOVE Visitors from Shepparton and Euroa joined the competition. It was the IT was a near-perfect summer’s day at the Nagambie Golf Club in mid-April, Shepparton pair of Ymer Memhet and with the daytime temperature reaching Colin Basham who took out the scratch with an impressive score of 69.

30 degrees.

Runners-up were Scoota Donovan Local players enjoyed the and Dennis “the menace” Neville with unseasonably hot conditions, with 30 70, followed by Emily and Craig Flavel teeing it up for a Stableford event. on 74.

Just as hot as the temperature was Handicap winners were Jed and winning golfer Ryan Ezard, firing three Rachel Smith, with a score of 70 net birdies in his round to record a score of 60.25.

41 points and take home the Seymour Runners-up were Shane Myers and Club matchday voucher.

Corey Pilcher with 73 net 65.

Ezard was long from the tee and The trio of Dave Fullager, Dee Wright precise with his wedges, enabling him and Marlene Hull finished with 78 net to shoot his first sub-80 total in golf.

65.67 and also claimed a ball prize.

Runner-up was Ben Cassar, also on Nearest the pins went to Marlene Hull 41 points, with a round inside 80 shots. on the 5th (she also made the putt), Colin Cassar’s recent form has been good, Basham on the 8th, Corey Pilcher on the but Sunday was exceptional.

Third place went to the dashing Doug 14th, and Rachel Smith on the 18th.

The Avenel Imperial Hotel $50 Neville-more of a four-ball specialist voucher was won by Marcus Steers. than an individual event contenderThe men’s pennant team travelled who turned out a rock-solid 38 points. to Broadford on Sunday to take on Nearest-the-pin prizes were awarded Woodend. to Dean Brown with a well-weighted Unfortunately, the Broadford course high iron onto the 3rd; ‘Ravishing’ Rhys is currently in poor condition and play Shepherd, who blasted away at the 8th; was tee-up throughout-something and Rod Wilson, displaying high-quality iron play to claim both the 13th and 16th. unfamiliar for most players.

The team went down 4–1, with Mark Next week’s golf will be held on Easter Hannigan the sole winner.

Sunday, with a Par event scheduled.

Campbell Smith was unlucky, B. Leviston will be on office duty and narrowly losing on the 20th hole.

J. Mills in the bar.

Saturday’s game will be Par off the AVENEL GOLF CLUB short course, followed by pennant hosting duties on Sunday, starting at

By LYN CARRACHER 11am.

All members are kindly asked to bring IT has been a hive of activity at a plate to share for afternoon tea.

Avenel Golf Club in recent weeks, with preparations in full swing for the official NAGAMBIE LADIES GOLF opening of the golfing season.

Members and friends have dedicated

By KARYN THOMPSON many hours around the course, which is now in excellent condition and THERE were nine players for the expected to improve further with some beginning of our Winter Competition. decent rainfall.

It was a Stableford round, and the The Friday twilight series concluded winner of the 18-hole competition, recently, following a successful run over the Monthly Medal and the Seymour summer.

Club Voucher was Karyn Thompson Participation numbers were strong, on a countback from Jane Bow with 33 with several new members joining the points. ranks.

The nine-hole winner was Jane with Rachel Smith and Samantha 18 points.

Hannigan have both taken to the game There were no nearest the pin with enthusiasm and have shown winners. significant improvement since picking Balls down the line for 18 holes went up their clubs. to Karyn and Jane, both with 33 points.

Both have claimed multiple wins Balls down the line for nine holes during twilight and are expected to went to Jane with 18 points and Moz continue their good form into the main Fowler with 16 points. season.

Results – Wednesday, 9 April.

The final round of twilight was It was a round of stroke with eight Stableford, played off the front nine players. short course.

The winner of the 18-hole The winner was Sam Hannigan, who competition was Monica Hurley on a had a standout performance with 22 countback from Karyn Thompson, both points. with 77 net.

Word is she had a lesson from Sam at The nine-hole winner was Karyn with Mooroopna, and it appears to be paying 39 net. dividends.

Nearest the pin on the 3rd was Karyn.

Runner-up was Campbell Smith, who Balls down the line for 18 holes went also played an impressive round to to Monica and Karyn, both with 77 net. finish with 21 points.

Balls down the line for nine holes Nearest the pin on the 5th went to went to Karyn with 39 net and Monica Campbell, while Captain Jed Smith with 39.5 net.

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Swans fall short after brave A Grade fightback in the heat

By DAN GODSMARK A GRADE NETBALL THE Avenel Swans had a slow start against a new-look Rushworth side, trailing by six goals at quarter-time, with noticeable absences from Maddie Albers and Ebony Heers.

A tough fightback followed over the next two quarters in the heat, with rolling-sub contributions from B grade players Lou Jones and Alyssa Quigg leaving Swans just one goal down heading into the final term.

A-grade debutant Briodie Robinson goaled well, while defensive pressure from Maddie Richards and Adi Thornberry created key opportunities for the Swans late in the game. However, it was not enough to secure the win, with Rushworth holding on to claim victory by one.

TWO NEWBIES: Sophie Reynolds and A-grade debutant Briodie Robinson head into attack for the Swans against Rushworth.

OUTNUMBERED: Avenel’s Tim Dundon breaks away from the Rushworth followers.

PHOTOS: Andy Wilson

SENIOR FOOTBALL

with confidence, knowing pre-season structures well in the opposition would come the first half, showcasing the AVENEL approached the with a determined effort. potential of their game style. match against Rushworth The Swans executed their Despite several players

managing illness during the week, the team showed resilience and made a strong start in hot conditions.

Rushworth responded in the third quarter, controlling much of the play and putting Avenel under pressure.

At the final change, the Swans refocused and regained momentum by sticking to their game plan and winning more of the football in the final term.

Physical pressure across all four quarters was a highlight, particularly given the 30-plus degree heat.

Leaders stood up when needed, including Tim Dundon, Chayse Thomson, Jack Myers, and Braydon Hardstaff, helping steer the group through crucial stages of the contest.

A standout feature of the match was the even spread of goal-kickers, with all tall forwards hitting the scoreboard multiple times - a promising sign of versatility in attack.

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LONGWOOD NAGAMBIE

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3.4 6.5 11.6.72 9.9 14.13 19.15.129

GOALS: RUSHWORTH: L. Oakley 2, L. Adlington 2, R. Edwards 2, L. Francis 1, N. Oaten 1, I. Griffin 1.

AVENEL: A. Crnko 3, T. Stretch 2, J. Webster 2, C. Salmon 2, J. Stretch 2, J. Ryan 1, C. Thomson 1, J. Inzillo 1.

BEST: RUSHWORTH: C. Horsfall, R. Beale, I. Griffin, L. Francis, L. Adlington, S. Young. AVENEL: H. Ashworth, C. Thomson, J. Stretch, B. Hardstaff, A. Crnko, J. Carrafa.

GOALS: LONGWOOD: L. Edwards 2, A. Smith 2, D. Francis 2, H. Shiner 1, W. Pointer 1, J. Duncan 1, L. Smith 1, B. Burfitt 1. NAGAMBIE: L. Mckinnon 3, B. Laverie 3, D. Obrien 2, B. McKinnon 2, L. Hockley 2, M. Nolan 1, T. Barnes 1, J. Walker 1, T. Laverie 1, T. Mason 1, W. Dalton 1, M. Lusted 1.

BEST: LONGWOOD: B. Klemke, J. Duncan, N. Watson, G. Chamouras, B. Burfitt, L. Smith. NAGAMBIE: T. Laverie, M. Sanderson, B. McKinnon, D. Comi, B. Laverie, T. Chapman.

SHEPP EAST 8.7 18.11 27.17 32.22.214 TALLYGAROOPNA 0.0 1.0 1.3 1.4.10

GOALS: SHEPPARTON EAST: J. Sutherland 10, D. Webster mill 5, R. Pfieffer 3, L. Keady 3, Z. Groombridge 2, M. Rendina 2, J. Dhosi 2, M. Heggart 1, J. Gattuso 1, S. Campbell 1, J. Kerambrun 1, d.

Mundi 1. TALLYGAROOPNA: B. Larkins 1.

BEST: SHEPPARTON EAST: M. Pottenger, J. Sutherland, D. Webster Mill, R. Pfieffer, L. Keady, J. Gattuso, TALLYGAROOPNA: K. Montgomery, Z. Langley, J. Sidebottom, A. Oldfield, J. Clee, B. Larkins.

A Grade Rushworth 39 def Avenel 38 Longwood 27 def by Nagambie 52 Voilet Town 35 def by Undera 55 Shepp East 59 def Tallygaroopna 16 Girgarre 63 def Merrigum 18 Stanhope 41 def Murchison-Toolamba 33 B Grade Rushworth 23 def by Avenel 39; Longwood 20 def by Nagambie 49; Voilet Town 40 def Undera 26; Shepp East 45 def Tallygaroopna 43; Girgarre 46 def Merrigum 37; Stanhope 29 def by Murchison-Toolamba 32.

C Grade Rushworth 26 def by Avenel 46; Longwood 30 def by Nagambie 32; Voilet Town 37 def by Undera 40; Shepp East 50 def Tallygaroopna 34; Girgarre 51 def Merrigum 18; Stanhope 41 def by Murchison-Toolamba 42.

C Reserve Rushworth 28 def by Avenel 56; Longwood 10 def

by Nagambie 50; Voilet Town 23 def by Undera 43; Shepp East 45 def by Tallygaroopna 58; Girgarre 34 def Merrigum 32; Stanhope 30 def by Murchison-Toolamba 33.

17&U Rushworth 32 def Avenel 13; Longwood 36 def by Nagambie 47; Voilet Town 44 def Undera 5; Shepp East 35 def Tallygaroopna 18; Girgarre 28 def by Merrigum 43; Stanhope 49 def Murchison-Toolamba 22.

15&U Longwood 20 def by Nagambie 45; Voilet Town 4 def by Undera 59; Shepp East 33 def Tallygaroopna 28; Girgarre 70 def Merrigum 14; Shtanhope 40 def Murchison-Toolamba 23.

13&U Rushworth 35 def Avenel 11; Longwood 13 def by Nagambie 45; Voilet Town 8 def by Undera 27; Shepp East 26 def Tallygaroopna 13; Girgarre 35 def Merrigum 8; Stanhope 13 drew with Murchison-Toolamba 13.

11&U Rushworth 7 def Avenel 6; Longwood 1 def by Nagambie 25; Voilet Town 25 def Undera 3; Shepp East 8 def by Tallygaroopna 26; Stanhope 5 def Murchison-Toolamba 2.

RUSHWORTH AVENEL

ROUND � SATURDAY, APRIL �� Nagambie vs Rushworth Undera vs Longwood Tallygaroopna vs Voilet Town Murchison-Toolamba vs Shepparton East Merrigum vs Stanhope Lancaster vs Girgarre Avenel - Bye

GIRGARRE MERRIGUM

2.3 2.3

6.5 13.9 18.15.123 4.5 5.8 5.9.39

VOILET TOWN UNDERA

4.3 3.2

7.6 17.10 25.14.164 5.5 10.5 13.11.89

GOALS: GIRGARRE: R. Butler 4, J. Temple 3, B. Barnes 3, S. Phillips 2, K. Mcleod 2, J. Mackrell 1, L. Ironside 1, R. Morris 1, T. Mclean 1. MERRIGUM: none allocated.

BEST: GIRGARRE: C. Lowe, B. Barnes, S. Phillips, J. Temple, R. Butler, J. Marino. MERRIGUM: B. Hall, S. Ludlow-Lambrick, K. Robinson, E. Moor, D. Collins, J. Samkakai.

GOALS: VIOLETTOWN: R. Wilson 2, C. Robinson 1, A. Hobbs 1. UNDERA: E. Hart 1, J. Fitzsimmons 1, H. Fennell 1, A. Hywood 1.

STANHOPE 5.1 6.1 7.4 7.5.47 MURCH-TOOLAMBA 4.6 10.11 22.15 30.22.202

GOALS: STANHOPE: R. Glass 2, J. Taylor 1, N. Wright 1, J. Pearson 1, P. Heenan 1, D. Brock 1.

MURCHISON-TOOLAMBA: A. Cashion 6, J. Lloyd 6, A. Lloyd 4, A. Lloyd 3, L. Devine 2, L. Wellington 2, L. Jones 1, A. Ralph 1, N. Turner 1, K. Sanders 1, J. Utiger 1, S. Mackrill 1.

BEST: STANHOPE: D. Flynn, M. Ludbrook, P. Heenan, R. Dryden, B. Wol, S. Trevena. MURCHISONTOOLAMBA: A. Cashion, S. Mackrill, J. Utiger, K. Sanders, A. Lloyd, L. Wellington.

RESERVES Violet Town 10.4.64 def Undera 7.9.51 Stanhope 4.3.27 def by MurchisonToolamba 17.13.115 Rushworth 6.2.38 def by Avenel 19.11.125 Girgarre 19.17.131 def Merrigum 3.3.21 Longwood 4.3.27 def

by Nagambie 11.15.81 Shepparton East 16.13.109 def Tallygaroopna 3.3.21 

UNDER ��s Violet Town 6.8.44 def by Undera 19.8.122 Shepparton East 1.2.8 def by Tallygaroopna 29.11.185 Girgarre 4.3.27 def by Lancaster 18.15.123 Longwood 1.2.8 def by Nagambie 31.16.202 Tigers 7.4.46 def

by MurchisonToolamba 9.17.71 

UNDER ��s Stanhope 13.12.90 def MurchisonToolamba 0.6.6 Violet Town 13.7.85 def Undera 3.6.24 Longwood 1.4.10 def by Nagambie 10.16.76 Shepparton East 12.7.79 def Tally 7.4.46

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MIXED CHAMPIONS: Charmaine Reid and Shane Drysdale claimed the mixed pairs title.

ALL LINED UP: Beryl Harris looks focused as she prepares to roll.

ALL THE WINNERS: Shane Drysdale, Marc Stevens, Jeremy Boruch. Front row: Charmaine Reid, Margaretha Cerini, Ken Sutcliffe and Tony Kingma. Group photograph of all winners.

PHOTOS: Dale Mann

CLUB CHAMPION: Ken Sutcliffe has claimed another Club Championship title.

WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP: Margaretha Cerini won the women’s Club Championship.

Ken Sutcliffe takes out the Men’s Club Championship

By GREG BLATCHFORD THE bowling season appears to be far from over, with things rolling along at a frenetic pace.

On Wednesday, 16 participated in social bowls, including four visitors – Murray and Theresa from Port Fairy and Kaz and Kaz from Bendigo – who all fitted in as though they had been life-long members.

There were multiple two-game winners, with the pairing of Cro-

quet Kev and Dot Lomer prevailing on shots-up.

Three matches were also completed in Club Championship events.

The winners of the Blue Ribbon Club events: Mens singles Champion: Ken Sutcliffe.

Ladies singles Champion: Margaretha Cerini.

Mens pairs Champions: Tony Kingma and Marc Stevens.

Ladies pairs Champions: Marga-

retha Cerini and Charmaine Reid.

David Clarke won the 21-up final with a 21-13 victory over Lindsay Cocking.

It was a tight tussle for most of the game, until David secured a late 4 and 3 to seal the win.

The semi-finals of the mixed pairs also took place, and two close and high-quality contests went down to the wire.

Don and Kerry Steers defeated Tony Kingma and Peta Webster 16-14, while Shane and Charmaine

came from behind to defeat Jeremy and Margaretha 12-11. The final is scheduled for 10am Saturday.

The final of the B grade championship will be held Wednesday afternoon (16 April) at 2pm, with the 100up final taking place at 5pm on Friday.

A farewell for Richard will also be held from 5.30pm to 7pm.

But there is more...

Social bowls continues on Saturday afternoon, and President’s Day will take place on Sunday.

Bowls will commence at 1pm, fol-

lowed by afternoon tea at 4pm (provided by the Club), and then presentations to the winners of the Club events.

Please place names on the board.

Ken Sutcliffe is currently in Bendigo competing in the State Champion of Champions events.

We wish him all the best and know he will perform admirably.

Finally, the annual general meeting will be held on Wednesday, 4 June, with nominations for board positions closing on Monday, 5 May. All the best and bowl well.

MATCH REVIEWS � B Grade Towners triumph in first win of the season ROUND

A GRADE It was a tough and disappointing loss for the Towners after the high of defeating Nagambie last weekend in the opening round.

Despite the scoreboard, the team’s effort and determination were nothing short of inspiring.

From start to finish, every player gave their all, showing real heart and commitment across the court, despite the heat affecting several players.

The Towners’ effort in defence was exceptional-constantly applying pressure, taking clean intercepts, and making it hard for the opposition to settle into their rhythm.

It was a standout of the game and kept the Towners in the contest.

Despite the challenges, the players never gave up.

Their resilience, support for one another and refusal to back down made for a strong team performance

UNDER 17s

that deserved more points on the scoreboard.

Plenty of positives to take forward-heads high and onwards to the next game.

SCOREBOARD: Violet Town 35 defeated by Undera 55.

Awards went to Emma Warnock and Prue Holmes.

SCOREBOARD: Violet Town 44 defeated Undera 5.

Awards went to Matila Kubeil, Lilliana Williams and Ella Bast.

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B GRADE AN excellent effort was seen by each and every player as the Towners coped with summer-type heat and recorded their first win of the season.

It was a strong team game, with players rotating on and off the court to provide frequent breaks, sometimes playing in unfamiliar positions but always giving their best.

Macey Ross played a very strong game in goals, and Makaila Gilbee stepped up to B Grade with great prowess this season.

A special thank you to Tilly for providing the ice that helped both players and

ON THE MOVE: Violet Town netball juniors in action against Nagambie during round one. coaches make it through. but did not capitalise.

SCOREBOARD: Violet In the end, Undera Town 40 defeated Undera 26. emerged victorious.

Awards went to Macey SCOREBOARD: Violet Ross and Makaila Gilbee.

Town 37 defeated by Undera 40.

C GRADE Awards went to Ashleigh On an extremely hot day Bertoli and Courtney Pilcher. for netball, the Towners C RESERVE struggled with the conditions and were thankful for the SCOREBOARD: Violet ability to rotate players using Town 23 defeated by Undera rolling subs.

43.

Violet Town led at times Awards went to Mikaela and had opportunities to win Dunn and Georgie Bale.

SCOREBOARD: Violet Town 4 defeated by Undera 59.

Awards went to Georgia Mackrell and Addison Pastuszka.

UNDER 13 SCOREBOARD: Violet Town 8 defeated by Undera 27.

Awards went to Lilly Coridas and Gypsy Campbell.

UNDER 11 What a game.

The Towners delivered a standout performance filled with energy, precision and unity.

Right from the first whistle, the players came out strong, making great leads and creating space across the court.

The attacking end was sharp and relentless, working the ball with confidence and flair.

The chase for the ball was impressive-every loose ball was contested with determination, showing just how hungry the team was for possession.

Defensively, the pressure was on point.

Strong, structured defence kept the opposition on their toes, with intercepts and turnovers that swung momentum Towners’ way.

Above all, the teamwork was impressive.

Every pass, drive and defensive play reflected the hard work they have put in at training.

It was a great game from start to finish-a brilliant example of what happens when a team comes together and plays with heart.

SCOREBOARD: Violet Town 25 defeated Undera 3.

Awards went to Lucy Coridas and Lillian Pommeroy.

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Tough start to Euroa Reserves’ season persists RESERVES XVIII

By TONY BRODIE

MAGIC TRICK: Euora’s Grace Hill shows her skill as she attempts to keep the ball in play.

IT was always going to be a tough day for the reserves as Echuca’s second side is a strong outfit.

With several players unavailable due to various circumstances, the team was again depleted and relied on others to step in and assist.

From the opening bounce, Echuca quickly gained control, moving the ball into their forward line and applying scoreboard pressure.

Andrew Bell, unable to play in the senior game due to other commitments, gave much-needed support to the reserves, winning the ball at stoppages and contests and providing run across the ground.

Although this wasn’t reflected on the scoreboard, it was felt that the team showed improvement from the previous game against Kyabram.

The team was led again by an experienced group including Mitch Penman, Nicholas Thomson, Jye Bjorksten, and Nicholas Hill – returning for his first game of the season.

He contested well and will be a valuable addition moving forward.

It has been a difficult start to the season with two strong opponents in as many weeks, and the team now looks ahead to facing Rochester – another side known for a

GOULBURN VALLEY SENIORS LADDER TEAM

P

W

L

D

PTS

%

1 2 3 4 5 6

SHEPPARTON KYABRAM SHEPPARTON SWANS ROCHESTER ECHUCA MANSFIELD

2 2 2 2 2 2

2 2 2 2 2 2

0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0

8 8 8 8 8 8

311.24 285.39 206.72 181.13 175.96 147.83

7 8 9 10 11 12

MOOROOPNA SHEPPARTON UNITED EUROA SEYMOUR BENALLA TATURA

2 2 2 2 2 2

0 0 0 0 0 0

2 2 2 2 2 2

0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0

70.00 69.89 58.15 48.68 40.34 17.92

A Grade: Mooroopna 45 def by Rochester 56 Seymour 56 def Shepparton Swans 48 Euroa 67 def Echuca 49 Benalla 42 def by Shepparton 62 Shepp Utd 46 def Mansfield 25 Tatura 51 def Kyabram 20

17&U: Mooroopna 30 def by Rochester 38; Seymour 44 def Shepparton Swans 34; Euroa 44 def by Echuca 59; Benalla 27 def by Shepparton 54; Shepp Utd 32 def Mansfield 31; Tatura 40 def by Kyabram 46.

15&U: Mooroopna 45 def Rochester 32; Seymour 21 def by Shepparton Swans 53; Euroa 37 def by Echuca 47; Benalla 16 def by Shepparton 42; Shepp Utd 61 def Mansfield 26; Tatura 39 def Kyabram 18.

THE opening 10 minutes were scrappy from both sides, with Echuca the first to score.

Although Euroa were winning the ruck contests through Baxter Fraser and Drew Coller, the midfield struggled to gain clean possession.

Euroa’s first goal came through Ben Creevy, running into an open goal, before Echuca responded with two goals of their own.

Euroa then kicked one on the siren, leaving the score at Euroa 12 – Echuca 19.

The game opened up in the second quarter, with both sides having good passages of play.

Turnovers, however, plagued both teams.

Echuca kicked two quick goals to extend their lead to 16 points, before Euroa responded with two of their own.

Standout efforts came from Cal-

MOOROOPNA ROCHESTER

2.5 3.1

4.6 6.11 5.5 9.7

9.12.66 11.7.73

SEYMOUR SHEPP SWANS

2.1 2.2

4.2 9.5 11.5.71 6.6 12.8 16.13.109

EUROA ECHUCA

2.2 5.6 5.7 4.4 5.10 10.15

GOALS: MOOROOPNA: L. Campbell 2, J. Johnston 2, K. Issell 1, N. Drummond 1, R. Evans 1, W. Wood 1, J. Formica 1. ROCHESTER: M. Cricelli 3, W. Hamilton 2, H. Hamilton 2, S. Williams 2, N. Ramage 1, T. Woodfine 1. BEST: MOOROOPNA: J. Johnston, R. Huggard, E. Hunt, K. Madgwick, M. Calleja. ROCHESTER: A. Henderson, C. Hamilton, M. Cricelli, W. Hamilton, D. Williams.

GOALS: SEYMOUR: N. Fowler 3, L. Lubeck 2, L. Waite 1, N. Quigg 1, C. Powell 1, L. Cavigan 1, N. Beattie 1, D. Scopel 1. SHEPPARTON SWANS: A. Riordan 3, N. Rachele 3, M. Kovacevic 2, J. Cooper 2, L. Rachele 1, T. Collison 1, O. Warburton 1, A. Fichera 1. BEST: SEYMOUR: N. Quigg, D. Cook, S. Feery, J. Murphy, N. Beattie. SHEPPARTON SWANS: N. Hrovat, A. Fichera, J. Cooper, Z. Alderton, N. Rachele.

7.8.50 12.18.90

GOALS: EUROA: J. Trotter 3, C. Paul 1, M. Varley 1, Z. Gleeson 1, W. Creevey 1. ECHUCA: C. Barber 5, W. Monahan 2, R. Smith 1, S. Reid 1, H. Byrne 1, J. Evans 1, J. Stewart 1. BEST: BEST: EUROA: K. Jager, C. Paul, J. Gleeson, J. Penman, M. Varley. ECHUCA: J. Evans, C. Barber, S. Reid, M. Wales, C. Townrow.

NETBALL SCORES

B Reserve: Mooroopna 45 def Rochester 44; Seymour 36 def Shepparton Swans 27; Euroa 39 def Echuca 35; Benalla 26 drew with Shepparton 26; Shepp Utd 39 def Mansfield 16; Tatura 63 def Kyabram 23.

THIRDS XVIII

By JASON WILSON

lan Howell and Noah Campbell, with support from Nathan Hendricks.

The half time score: Euroa 22 – Echuca 45.

Echuca came out aggressively in the third term, applying pressure and extending their lead.

However, Callan Howell and Harrison Mills continued to fight hard, with Mills presenting well at centre half forward.

Down back, Baxter Fraser, Nathan Hendricks, and Max Miller battled hard.

Scores at three quarter time: Euroa 29 – Echuca 71.

Echuca remained in control, but Euroa continued to work hard.

The team began chipping the ball around to slow Echuca’s momentum.

Callan Howell, Casey Collett, Harrison Mills, and Damian Matthews kept up their effort.

Jack Walters worked hard through the centre.

Both ruckmen in Baxter and Drew continued to provide first use to midfielders.

SCOREBOARD: Echuca 16.6.102 defeated Euroa 4.5.29.

Best players: Callan Howell, Drew Coller, Harrison Mills, Noah Campbell, Oliver Wilson.

Goal kickers: Baxter Fraser (two), Noah Campbell (one), Ben Creevy (one).

SENIORS SCOREBOARD

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B Grade: Mooroopna 42 def by Rochester 45; Seymour 43 def Shepparton Swans 40; Euroa 46 def Echuca 37; Benalla 33 def by Shepparton 47; Shepp Utd 37 def Mansfield 29; Tatura 51 def Kyabram 42.

solid contest.

It is hoped several players will return next week to bolster the line-up.

SCOREBOARD: Euroa 0.0.0 defeated by Echuca 22.14.146.

Best players: Andrew Bell, Nicholas Thomson, Bailey Allen, Nicholas Hill, Mitch Penman.

RESERVES RESULTS Benalla 5.1.31 def

by Shepparton 16.13.109 Euroa 0.0.0 def by Echuca 22.14.146 Tatura 0.0.0 def by Kyabram 21.20.146 Shepparton United 4.2.26 def by Mansfield 13.13.91 Mooroopna 4.7.31 def by Rochester 10.10.70 Seymour 8.4.52 def by Shepparton Swans 10.7.67 

ROUND 3 FRI, APRIL 18 - SAT, APRIL 19 GOOD FRIDAY APRIL 18

Shepparton Swans vs Mooroopna 2pm Kyabram vs Benalla Rochester vs Euroa 5pm Shepparton United vs Shepparton 6pm SATURDAY, APRIL 19

Mansfield vs Seymour Echuca vs Tatura

BENALLA SHEPPARTON

1.3 3.5 6.6 10.11.71 5.3 10.8 18.11 24.14.158

SHEPP UNITED MANSFIELD

1.2 5.3

TATURA KYABRAM

1.0 3.0 3.1 5.2.32 4.6 8.16 15.24 22.28.160

GOALS: BENALLA: N. Wright 4, J. Wolff 2, N. Mellington 2, T. Riley 1, T. McGregor 1. SHEPPARTON: L. McShane 6, L. Smith 5, R. Lau 3, X. Stevenson 2, J. Watts 1, O. Lambourn 1, A. Holland 1, T. Madigan 1, L. Rumbiolo 1, L. Duguid 1, A. Decicco 1, D. Meek 1. BEST: BENALLA: N. Mellington, C. Welsh, M. Marriott, C. Gracie, N. Warnock. SHEPPARTON: J. Watts, A. Decicco, X. Stevenson, L. McShane, L. Smith.

5.2 8.2 7.7 10.11

12.4.76 13.15.93

GOALS: SHEPPARTON UNITED: L. Serra 3, S. Mcinneny 2, H. Hurley 1, J. Loverso 1, M. Trevaskis 1, M. Serra 1, k. clarke 1, J. Serra 1, K. Gibson 1. MANSFIELD: J. Hutchins 3, N. Buchanan 1, J. Howes 1, W. Foster 1, M. King 1, M. Mahoney 1, J. Herridge 1, H. Mahoney 1, B. Les 1, B. Reardon 1, M. Lewis 1.

BEST: SHEPPARTON UNITED: L. Serra, S. Mcinneny, J. Serra, C. Phillips, K. Clarke. MANSFIELD: B. Les, G. van der Heyden, D. Koenen, M. King, N. Gray.

GOALS: TATURA: C. Ryan 2, M. Elliott 1, C. Ryan 1, S. McAllister 1. KYABRAM: A. Depasquale 5, C. Barnett 4, K. Herbert 3, R. Ironside 2, M. Mattingly 2, E. Ogden 2, T. Holman 2, A. Watt 1, A. Robinson 1.

BEST: TATURA: X. Hutchison, A. Ciavarella, C. Ryan, A. Enever, C. Murdoch. KYABRAM: E. Ogden, M. Mattingly, J. Parkinson, K. Herbert, A. Robinson.

UNDER 18s RESULTS Shepparton United 11.15.81 def Mansfield 5.9.39 Euroa 4.5.29 def by Echuca 16.6.102 Seymour 7.6.48 def by Shepparton Swans 13.8.86 Mooroopna 6.12.48 def Rochester 5.9.39 Tatura 2.2.14 def by Kyabram 17.15.117 Benalla 1.3.9 def

by Shepparton 21.20.146

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Unfurling of flag a good omen A GRADE IN what was an unfamiliar – but very pleasant – task, the match on Saturday against Echuca allowed the 2024 A grade premiership flag to be officially unveiled, as the Euroa side, again led by coach Ellie Warnock, celebrated their success from 2024.

Fortuitously, the win in the grand final last year was against Echuca – as was the game on Saturday.

Olivia Morris continued to dominate in the goal-ring, claiming beston-court honours as the home team won the match convincingly.

Mia Sudomirski was again lively in the front two-thirds of the court, shooting goals alongside her dominant goal-shooter.

Mid-courters Eliza Hoare, Sophie Owen, and Hollie Reid (until injured) were winning the ball well and feeding it forward to their team’s benefit.

Wonderful defensive efforts from Ellie Warnock and Kellie Davidson meant the Euroa team were in control for the majority of the match.

FINAL SCORES: Euroa 67 defeated Echuca 49.

Best players: Olivia Morris, Mia Sudomirski, Eliza Hoare.

at wing attack, with Bethan Burton shifting into goal attack.

The pairing of Marnie and Ruby Fowler in centre proved effective, strengthening Euroa’s play through the centre third.

Despite facing much taller opponents, Bethan displayed impressive grit, holding her position well and making a strong impact in the attacking circle.

The third quarter was Euroa’s most competitive of the game.

They outscored Echuca 14–13 and gained valuable momentum.

The final quarter continued in the same competitive fashion.

Echuca’s experience and precision saw them extend their lead, but Euroa refused to back down.

Although Echuca edged the final term 13–11, Euroa’s spirit and effort never wavered.

It was a strong showing from EuPRESSURE UP: Bree Sudomirski fights through the heat to deliver the ball to her teammate. PHOTOS: Dale Mann roa’s 17 and under side, who demonstrated great resilience and composure throughout the match.

FINAL SCORES: Euroa 44 defeated by Echuca 59.

Best players: Ruby Fowler, Avie Hill, Macey Watson.

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B GRADE

By MOLLY REDFERN ROSES are red, violets are blue, Echuca wanted the win, the Magpies did too.

Jumping and leaping, intercepts galore, So much so, our defenders will be sore.

Attacking the ball and making plays, Always thinking about second phase.

Rolling, screening – they rarely miss – our shooters were on; thank God for practice.

They dodge, they feed and they pass, Watching our mid-court is like taking a masterclass.

Magpies’ mid-court – so connected they are – Each of them resembling a superstar.

Continue to watch on Good Friday, Off to Rochester for a game far away.

The Rochester Tigers are sure to put up a fight – A game likely to be closely contested – quite a sight.

FINAL SCORES: Euroa 48 defeated Echuca 37.

Best players: Bree Sudomirski, Sami Kreitzhelm, Kelly Hill.

B RESERVE ON Saturday, Euroa’s B Reserve team opened their first home game with a hard-fought 39–35 win over Echuca at Memorial Oval courts.

The autumn sun lit up the courts as a vocal home crowd supported the team in a match full of determination and strong teamwork.

Captain Sienna Trotter, leading from goal attack, set the tone with solid drives and pinpoint accuracy, scoring 19 of her team’s goals.

Centre Megan O’Bree was the engine room, her tireless running cutting through Echuca’s mid-court.

Annika Sutherland proved reliable at goal shooter, adding 13 goals with composure and focus.

LASER FOCUS: Grace Warnock keeps her eyes locked on the action as B Grade continue their winning streak.

Wing attack Abbie Ellis impressed with clever positioning, consistently creating space for the shooters.

In defence, Demi Walker at goalkeeper and Tejuan Sutherland at goal defence were formidable, forcing turnovers that transitioned into attack.

Tejuan, who will celebrate her 50th game at Rochester on Friday, was her usual vocal self.

Echuca’s goalers kept the contest close, with only one goal separating the teams at half-time.

Scores were tied at 25-all at the three-quarter time break.

In the final quarter, Euroa lifted.

Megan O’Bree and Ruby Watson delivered slick passes into Abbie Ellis, who had moved into goals, allowing the Magpies to gain the edge.

Echuca launched a late challenge, but Euroa’s composure held strong to seal the four-goal win.

Coaches Sophie and Grace praised the team’s effort and were particularly proud of the composure shown in the final minutes.

Best wishes to Jayde Evans for a speedy recovery after leaving the court with an ankle injury.

The win brings optimism for Euroa’s B Reserve side, who aim to

CATCHING GAME: Samantha Kreltszheim pulls in a strong grab and quickly looks to drive the play up court.

build on last season’s preliminary final appearance.

Supporters left Memorial Oval hopeful for more strong performances across the season.

FINAL SCORES: Euroa 39 defeated Echuca 35.

Best players: Abbie Ellis, Demi Walker, Tejuan Sutherland.

17 and UNDER

By GEORGIA CORNISH IT was a beautiful day for netball as Euroa faced off against a strong Echuca side.

The first quarter began with a tight, goal-for-goal contest, both teams matching each other with intensity and sharp play.

Echuca began to edge ahead through their height advantage and some well-timed intercepts, using strong, accurate passing to build momentum.

Lily Asquith made an immediate impact when she entered at goal attack, combining seamlessly with goal shooter Avie Hill, both players backing up for their second game of the day.

Their well-established on-court connection helped keep Euroa in the contest.

By the end of the first quarter, Echuca had pulled slightly ahead, 16–11.

The second quarter delivered more high-pressure netball.

Euroa’s defenders, Charli Pittock (GK) and Macey Watson (GD), were kept busy against Echuca’s relentless attack, working hard to disrupt play and regain possession.

In the mid-court, Evie O’Dwyer stepped up at wing defence, executing strong passes and making a number of crucial intercepts.

Bethan Burton came on for Marnie Salter at wing attack, bringing fresh energy to the front line.

While Avie and Lily continued to shoot accurately, Echuca’s dominance grew.

They controlled the quarter and extended their lead.

The quarter ended with Echuca outscoring Euroa 17–8.

Euroa returned from the break with renewed energy.

Defensive adjustments saw Macey Watson move to goalkeeper and Charli Pittock to goal defence.

The duo worked effectively to interrupt Echuca’s attacking rhythm, securing several key intercepts and even turning over centre passes.

In attack, Marnie Salter returned

FOLLOWING a strong win against Kyabram in round one, Euroa entered the court with confidence.

However, a difficult first quarter allowed Echuca to take early control.

With tall, accurate shooters, Echuca capitalised on their opportunities and opened up a 20–6 lead by the first break.

Euroa found their rhythm in the second quarter, tightening their defensive structure and transitioning the ball with greater purpose.

Belle Ford moved into centre, injecting fresh energy through the mid-court.

The team’s determination showed, reducing the deficit by half-time to 28–16.

The third quarter was Euroa’s most consistent.

Improved ball movement and pressure across the court saw the team challenge Echuca’s attack.

Zahara Johns came on at goalkeeper, combining well with Ellie Robinson at goal defence to limit scoring opportunities.

In attack, Lily Asquith at goal shooter and Avie Hill at goal attack worked tirelessly, with accurate shooting and clever positioning.

Wing attack Bethan Burton supported well, delivering strong, wellplaced passes into the circle.

The scoreboard read 40–29 at the final change.

In the last quarter, Euroa’s midcourt lifted again, led by Maisy Wilson at centre and Grace McKellar at wing defence.

Defenders Ellie Robinson and Grace Hill continued to apply pressure, competing for every rebound and following up on any missed shots.

Although the final score of 47– 37 did not reflect the effort shown, Euroa’s performance across the final three quarters was full of promise.

The team demonstrated strong teamwork, resilience, and improvement, providing a solid foundation for their upcoming match against Rochester.

Best players: Maisy Wilson, Lily Asquith, Grace Hill.

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Nth Melbourne vs. Carlton

0438 010 974 12-14 Hay St Euroa

5762 1600 25 Bridge St Benalla Member for Euroa

5795 1221 80 Binney St Euroa

West Coast vs. Essendon

www.packandstowe.com.au

www.annabellecleeland.com.au

www.choicesflooring.com.au

Last week: 7

TOTAL: 36

Collingwood North Melbourne Essendon Fremantle Greater Western Sydney Gold Coast Sydney St Kilda Hawthorn

TIPSTER

Last week: 8

TOTAL: 33

Brisbane Lions Carlton Essendon Fremantle Adelaide Gold Coast Sydney St Kilda Geelong

Damien Murphy

Last week: 7

TIPSTER

Glen Burton

TIPSTER

(Adelaide Oval) (M.C.G.)

SUNDAY APR 20

(03) 5795 2783 2 Binney Street Euroa PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS

www.murphysmotors.repcoservice.net

www.iga.com.au/burtons

Brisbane Lions Carlton Essendon Fremantle Adelaide Gold Coast Sydney Western Bulldogs Geelong

Travis Mee

TIPSTER

Last week: 8

(S.C.G.)

W Bulldogs vs. St Kilda (Marvel Stadium)

MONDAY APR 21 Geelong vs. Hawthorn (M.C.G.)

TOTAL: 30

Brisbane Lions Carlton Essendon Fremantle Adelaide Gold Coast Sydney St Kilda Hawthorn

Kelly Hill

TIPSTER

Collingwood Carlton Essendon Fremantle Greater Western Sydney Gold Coast Sydney St Kilda Hawthorn

Andy Wilson

TIPSTER

Shane Thomson

EUROA BUS LINES

ENRICH OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

THE EUROA GAZETTE

RAY WHITE REAL ESTATE

5762 6566 8 Nunn St Benalla

0419 352 574 PO Box 313 Euroa

5795 3041 45-47 Railway St Euroa

0438 148 181 65 Binney St Euroa

www.benallabuslines.com.au

Last week: 7

TOTAL: 31

Sydney vs. Port Adelaide

Noel O’Meara

5795 2004 75 Binney St Euroa

TIPSTER

(M.C.G.)

Richmond vs. Gold Coast

5795 2702 1 Tarcombe St Euroa

Brisbane Lions Carlton Essendon Fremantle Greater Western Sydney Gold Coast Sydney St Kilda Hawthorn

Melbourne vs. Fremantle Adelaide vs. GWS Giants

NOEL G. O’MEARA & ASSOCIATES

Last week: 6

SATURDAY APR 19

Collingwood Carlton Essendon Fremantle Greater Western Sydney Gold Coast Sydney Western Bulldogs Geelong

BURTONS IGA+ LIQUOR

TOTAL: 33

(Optus Stadium)

TOTAL: 33

MURPHY’S MOTORS AND TYRES

Last week: 6

(Marvel Stadium)

TOTAL: 30

Last week: 6

TOTAL: 30

LEADERBOARD AFL LADDER After ROUND 05

Bill O’Brien ...................................................... 36 Annabelle Cleeland..................................... 33 Jacqui Thomson ........................................... 33 Damien Murphy............................................ 33 Glen Burton .....................................................31 Noel O’Meara.................................................30 Travis Mee ......................................................30 Kelly Hill ...........................................................30 Andy Wilson ................................................... 28 Shane Thomson ...........................................18

Last week: 6

www.nemedia.com.au

TOTAL: 28

16 Collingwood .............................16 Hawthorn ..................................16 After Geelong ......................................12 Adelaide .....................................12 Brisbane Lions .......................20 Fremantle .................................12 St Kilda .......................................12 Gold Coast ................................16 Sydney .......................................... 8 p yGiants g ..............................16 g p g y Port Adelaide y ,............................. 8 GWS

ROUND 05

Last week: 3

Annabelle CLEELAND MP 03 5762 1600

Annabellecleeland.com.au

TOTAL: 18

W Bulldogs .................................. 8 Essendon..................................... 8 Carlton.......................................... 4 Nth Melbourne.......................... 4 Richmond.................................... 4 Melbourne ..................................0 West Coast .................................0

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NETBALL

UNFURLING OF FLAG A GOOD OMEN

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BATTLING HARD: Lachlan Hill embraces the responsibility of leading from the front.

GRAND FINAL WINNERS: Ken and Mick, winners of the Violet Town Bowls Club Pairs competition.

Pairs competition wraps up with strong community spirit

STANDING TALL: Jack McHale takes on multiple opponents during a hard-fought reserves clash.

By LEANNE RUSSELL-JONES THE second semi-final between Dennis and Bec, and Ken and Mick, was a great game.

Bec, as a social bowler, put down some great bowls, as did Dennis.

Spectators were treated to an exciting competition, with Ken and Mick only taking the lead on the 16th end to claim victory 18-15.

The grand final of Ken and Mick against Leanne and Jamie was one-sided for the first five ends, with both Ken and Mick producing terrific bowls to reach 10-0.

Jamie then helped us re-set, and we clawed our way back before going down 17-13.

Congratulations to all, and a special mention to those new bowlers who participated in this competition.

Please feel free to box up 10-cent refundable bottles and cans – unscrunched – and drop them off at the club.

Thanks go to Fee at the Ellen Frances Hotel for allowing us to collect their recyclables as well.

Social bowlers are welcome to come along on Sundays at 2pm.

Where enough bowlers arrive, we will hold a competitive round of six games at a cost of $5.

Please like and follow our Facebook page to stay in the loop about when we are open for social bowls, right through to the end of May.

HOT ON THE TROT: Keily Jager continues his strong start to the season with another standout performance.

PHOTOS: Dale Mann

PLEADING PIE: Bryce Frost searches for a spark as the Magpies battle hard against last year’s premiers.

Determined Magpies take fight to premiers

SENIORS XVIII IN their first home game of season 2025, the Euroa Magpies senior side took to the ground at Memorial Oval on Saturday with high anticipation for their clash against the 2024 reigning senior football premiers, Echuca.

A good crowd was in attendance.

The Euroa side again featured several debutants – Henry Thomas and James Henry.

These two – as well as Bryce Frost – came in for Jayden Gleeson (injury), Jack McKernan (illness), and Andrew Bell (wedding).

The trio slotted well into the team as the game opened in rapid fashion.

Both Echuca and Euroa moved the ball quickly and with precision.

In a tight tussle throughout the first two quarters, pressure from Mitch Walters, Tom and Nic Burke, and Jacob Gleeson meant the Euroa team remained competitive against their more experienced opposition.

Cohen Paul was marking the ball well in the back half of the ground, continuing his fine form from the opening game of 2025.

After half time, Echuca began strongly and immediately applied scoreboard pressure on the Magpies.

Captain Jett Trotter (three goals)

underlined his class with excellent midfield and forward play.

Bryce Frost, Jake Penman and Lachie Hill were involved in everything, working hard to further the team’s cause.

Keily Jager was having a standout game – marking and tackling exceptionally well.

Linc McKernan and James Henry shouldered most of the ruck duties throughout the match.

Midfield ball use from the likes of Will Creevey meant the forward supply was consistent.

Nic Asquith and Declan Redfern were again lively up forward.

The side now looks forward to taking to the ground on Good Friday at

5pm under lights in Rochester – the players will again be up for the challenge.

On a sad note, club players and officials wore black armbands last weekend in memory of Mrs Marg Giovannini and Mr Rob McMartin.

May they both rest in peace.

SCOREBOARD: Euroa 7.8.50 defeated by Echuca 12.18.90.

Best players: Keily Jager, Cohen Paul, Jacob Gleeson, Jake Penman, Marcus Varley.

Goal kickers: Jett Trotter (three), Will Creevey (one), Marcus Varley (one), Zac Gleeson (one), Cohen Paul (one).

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