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BOGIE’S BRUSH WITH FAME

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STRATHBOGIE, Avenel and Nagambie played host to the $600,000 18-carat-gold Lexus Melbourne Cup on Tuesday last week, thrilling many residents.

Pictured are Strathbogie Primary School students Flynn Dealy (left), Dan Dealy, Pip Daws, Alex Delahey, Carissa Croxon, Maggie Garden and Clara Croxon.

PHOTO: Jay Town ■ See full story, more photos on pages 2 and 6.

Train plows through car

Viceroys win Rockfest 2023 Posties ride

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Euroa S E Secondary d yC College ll g b band d ttakes k outt bigg biggestt p prize i iin national ti l competition p titi

A BAND comprised of three Euroa Secondary College students, The Viceroys, have won Rockfest 2023, a national music competition with over 150 entrants this year.

The students – Jeremiah Johnston (15, lead vocalist and guitarist), Grace Whitney (17, bass guitarist) and Tyler Kipping (16, drummer) – took first prize in the competition’s biggest category, Best Senior Band, winning a guitar, digital piano and drum-kit for their school, plus $2000 for themselves to spend at Colemans Music in Melbourne.

The band could still not contain

BY DARREN CHAITMAN dchaitman@ nemedia.com.au

their excitement when they spoke to this masthead about an hour after the announcement last Thursday.

Jeremiah said they were “ecstatic”.

“It was a massive shock,” Tyler said.

“It took about five minutes for us to process it and I was just screaming, and then I started crying,” Grace added with a laugh.

Finishing each other’s sentences

and riffing off one another with ease, they are clearly not only band-mates but a tight-knit group of friends, despite being in different year levels.

Their mixed ages made them different from other bands to enter the competition, and Jeremiah had assumed this would be a barrier to winning in the senior band category.

“We were up against mostly year 12s and 11s and we said, ‘Just not gonna happen’,” Jeremiah said.

But while the year nine student was at the bottom of the age spectrum for senior competitors

(years nine to 12), his song-writing and vocal delivery were judged to be of a standard beyond his years.

In written comments, judges Luc Travers and Adam Maynard heaped praise on the band’s performance of three original songs, “Stability”, “Simple Day” and “With Me”.

“The drummer and bass player locked in perfectly, and the vocals and guitarists was free and raw – reminds us a little of Children Collide, a band we absolutely love,” Mr Maynard wrote about the band’s performance of “Stability”.

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Melbourne Cup worth $600,000 romps around the Strathbogie Shire Cup visit a “dream come true” for local Strathbogie g farmer,, horseman James Ryan y

By DARREN CHAITMAN STRATHBOGIE, Avenel and Nagambie played host to the $600,000 18-carat-gold Lexus Melbourne Cup on a sunny Tuesday last week, dazzling many residents as it glinted in the sunlight.

Strathbogie farmer and horseman James Ryan, who had applied to the Victoria Racing Club for the tour to visit Strathbogie, said it was “a little bit of a dream come true”.

“The tour’s been going for just over 20 years now and I’ve always hoped wherever I was, maybe we’d get our hands on it one day,” he said.

“It’s great for the local community and it’s just Australiana at its finest.

“I’ve seen a lot of smiles today, and that’s what it’s all about.”

The charismatic farmer had been required to apply

for the tour under a group or club name, so he started his own association he named the Strathbogie Social Society.

Keeper of the cup Joe McGrath and former racing commentator Greg Miles kicked off the day’s tour in Nagambie at Strathbogie Shire Council’s official opening of the newly built Nagambie Foreshore Walk.

The cup then made its way up Mount Wombat, where a small group of excited locals bathed in the cup’s glory surrounded by panoramic views of the Strathbogie Shire and beyond.

It was no ordinary day’s work for Greg Broughton, who has manned the Mount Wombat fire tower for 30 years and posed with the cup inside the tower.

Euroa’s Tyson Thomson took his lucky daughter Olivia and son Bailey out of

OUT OF THE ORDINARY: It was no ordinary day’s work for Greg Broughton, who has manned the Mount Wombat fire tower for 30 years and posed with the cup inside the tower.

PHOTO: Darren Chaitman

school for the occasion, saying it was a “once in a lifetime” opportunity to see the famous cup at the top of Mount Wombat.

“Making memories with the kids – that’s what it’s all about,” he said.

After a rocky ride down the hill, the cup’s next location was Strathbogie Primary School, where a small group of young students were somewhat dazed in the famous cup’s presence.

The trophy then travelled to Strathbogie Golf Club and the Strathbogie General Store, and made a quick stop in Avenel, before returning to Nagambie, where it spent the evening.

In Nagambie, the cup made the rounds at the Mitchelton Gallery for Aboriginal Art, the Nagambie Brewery, Nagambie Healthcare and Yu Long Stud.

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MAKING MEMORIES: Olivia Thomson and her father Tyson Thomson on Mount Wombat.

PHOTO: Darren Chaitman

GLAD GOLFERS: Happy punters at the Strathbogie Golf Club pose with the cup.

PHOTO: Jay Town

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NUMBERS DON’T LIE: Every polling station in the Strathbogie Shire recorded majority No votes.

Indi, Strathbogie Shire Farmers’ Market say No in referendum meet, greet, eat and shop

LLocall electorate l votes 67 67.8 8p per cent N No versus 32 32.2 2p per cent Y Yes

By DARREN CHAITMAN & STEVE KELLY INDI voters have given a resounding No to altering the Constitution to establish an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.

Voters were massively against the notion with just 32.2 per cent Yes and 67.8 per cent writing No on their ballot papers, as of Monday afternoon, with postal votes still being counted.

However, on Referendum Day polling places in Beechworth, Bright, Harrietville, Mount Beauty, Stanley and Yackandandah all had a majority Yes vote.

Out of the 39 Victorian federal electorates, Indi had the fifth highest percentage No vote, behind Mallee at 78.41pc, Nicholls 76.19pc, Gippsland 73.06pc and Wannon at 68.78pc.

Closer to home, every polling station in the Strathbogie Shire recorded majority No votes.

Of the 1510 who voted at St John’s Primary School in Euroa, 1075 (71.1pc) voted No and 435 (28.81pc) voted Yes. This was the second highest No vote count in the shire, with Nagambie delivering the strongest No in the area at 78.82pc, with just 21.18pc of voters writing Yes. The highest Yes vote count in the shire came from the smallest polling station, Ruffy, although No still had the majority at 56.69pc while Yes trailed at 43.31pc.

Other polling stations in the shire included Violet Town (62.41pc No), Longwood (68.04pc No) and Avenel (64.3pc No).

HOPEFUL FOR CHANGE: Euroa’s Kate Auty supporting the Yes vote at the St John’s Primary School polling station in Euroa.

PHOTOS: Dale Mann

POLLING TIME: 1510 people voted at St John’s Primary School in Euroa on the weekend. Over two thirds of them voted No. The shire’s No vote count was well above the state-wide average, with Victoria the highest proportional Yes vote in Australia compared to other states at 45.17pc Yes and a 54.83pc No (at the time of going to press).

The highest proportions of Yes voters in the Victoria were from Kooyong (59.89pc), Higgins (60.28pc), Wills (64.26pc), McNamara (65.01pc), Cooper (65.64pc) and Melbourne (78.04pc).

Independent MP for Indi Helen Haines – who had supported the Yes campaign – said change

is hard and changing our constitution is exceptionally hard.

“On Saturday, Australians including voters in Indi, comprehensively voted No to recognition in our constitution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through a Voice to Parliament,” Dr Haines said.

“While I am disappointed in the outcome, I am grateful that we have a democracy that allows every one of us to have our say.

“I sincerely thank First Nations Australians here in Indi who have opened their hearts, shared their stories and views with me, who have spoken at

information sessions, and so much more.”

Euroa’s Kate Auty was one member of a dedicated group who campaigned for the Yes vote in the local area, including at the Sheila Gallery shopfront which was decorated in support for Yes. “The North East community got together to support the Yes campaign, worked very hard to do so, letterboxed, telephoned, conducted polling booth staffing events, and met regularly to talk about how to communicate the message to the public,” she said.

“It’s really unfortunate that in our country we don’t have legislation that makes it an offence to publish lies and misinformation, and we should have that legislation – it’s good to see that Zali Stegall has introduced it to the Federal Parliament last year.

“I’ve got a lot of Aboriginal friends today who are deeply, deeply distressed by what happened, and that is people who are both young and old.”

Gregory Carlson, who served as a mayor and councillor in the shire during the 90s and early 2000s, confirmed he had voted No. “The opinion polls appear to have been correct, and the obvious thing from all this is that there is a genuine divergence of opinion between those who live in the capital cities and large urban areas in Australia, and those who do not,” he said.

“And that’s unfortunate, but that’s the reality.

“I’m glad that it’s over, put it that way.”

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Community Information Have your say: Cycling and Walking Strategy Do you love to cycle or walk the many tracks and trails throughout Strathbogie Shire? Strathbogie Shire Council is keen to talk to you!

We are calling on our residents to assist with the development of a Cycling and Walking Strategy.

Visit an upcoming face-to-face opportunity: ąŗŗ 0-* ŗ -( -.ŗ -& /ŗŗ /0- 4ŗ 21 October, 9am-1pm ąŗŗ * .*)Ď.ŗ 0/'**&Āŗ " ( $ ŗŗ -$ 4ŗöôŗ /* -Āŗõĕù+( You can also head online to www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au or 1$.$/ŗ*) ŗ*!ŗ *0) $'Ď.ŗ.0-1 4ŗ./ /$*).ÿ

Longwood Ruffy Road closure 24 & 25 October We apologise for this inconvenience as the road is closed to traffic so repairs can take place. Detour options include: ąŗŗ *+' ŗ/- 1 ''$)"ŗ/*ŗ/# ŗ$)/ -. /$*)ŗ *!ŗ *)"2** ĕ 0ð4ŗ Ęŗ *)& )ŗ Creek Rd /Gap Rd will detour to Gap Road to access the Hume Hwy. This road will not be suitable for semitrailers or trucks with dog trailers. ąŗŗ *+' ŗ/- 1 ''$)"ŗ/*ŗ/# ŗ *)"2** ĕŗ 0ð4ŗ ŗĘ *' ).ŗ ŗĘŗ 0)/$)"ŗ $''.ŗ Rd intersection will be detoured *2)ŗ 0ð4ĕŗ -$+ŗ ŗ/*ŗ - $"#/*)Ď.ŗ Creek Rd to access the Hume Hwy. If you require further information, contact our Customer Service / (ŗ*)ŗõýôôŗôûúŗþþ÷ÿ

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Police seek drivers after Ferraris zoom through Euroa POLICE are seeking public assistance to identify a number of alleged offenders, following reports of multiple Ferraris speeding along the Hume Freeway last week.

According to police, multiple reports were made to triple zero of the exotic

cars speeding along the Maroondah Highway at Alexandra, Yarck and Merton, as well as the Hume Freeway near Euroa and Benalla on Monday.

The vehicles were alleged to have also been performing dangerous over-

takes on other motorists.

Investigators have urged anyone who witnessed the incidents or who may have dashcam footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a report on www.crimestoppersvic. com.au.

Have your say: Draft Fire Management Plan Strathbogie Shire Council is calling on /# ŗ *((0)$/4Ď.ŗ! &ŗ*)ŗ$/.ŗ - !/ŗ 0)$ $+ 'ŗ $- ŗ ) " ( )/ŗ ' )ÿŗ # ŗ plan takes a collaborative approach to identify the fire risks and corresponding actions to reduce the likelihood, severity and impacts of fire within the Strathbogie Shire communities.

To have your say head to www. share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au, visit a survey station in your town, or drop into one of our Customer Service Centres. Submissions close at 5pm on Friday, October 20, 2023.

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WINNERS: Celebrating their Rockfest victory at Euroa Secondary College are Grace Whitney (left, 17, bass guitarist), Tyler Kipping (16, drummer) and Jeremiah Johnston (15, lead vocalist and guitarist), collectively named The Viceroys.

PHOTO: Darren Chaitman

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“Just amazing, please keep writing and playing, this is what music is all about.”

“I love this band… awesome song-writing… wellrehearsed band, tight rhythm section,” Mr Travers wrote in another comment.

The band-members credit much of their success to the influences and opportunities they have been exposed to in Euroa.

Asked about their musical influences, their answer was instantaneous and unanimous: “Bad Ibis”.

Like their own band, Bad Ibis started as three Euroa Secondary College friends, who also participated in Strathbogie Shire Council’s FReeZA program.

Since finishing high school last year, Bad Ibis have won praise from audiences, featured on popular radio stations, headlined popular venues in Melbourne and opened at other gigs for well-known bands.

“Massive, massive influence for us – they’re the reason I am a musician, to be

honest,” Tyler said.

“We idolise them, really,” Grace said.

“I always looked up to them and I was like, ‘oh my god, they’re awesome – like, how are they at our school?’” she continued.

“And then we started doing gigs with them.”

The Viceroys have twice opened for Bad Ibis this year at gigs at The Workers Club and The Last Chance Bar in Melbourne.

The band also described how important the council’s FReeZA program has been, through which they have taken charge of sound engineering for gigs throughout the Strathbogie Shire.

The program is led by the council’s youth development officer Annette Walton, who is also Bad Ibis’ band manager. “[Annette and her husband Andy] have come to our practices outside of school, outside of their own time, and to my place and worked with us closely – working on refining our songs and refining our music,” Jeremiah said.

“She’s helped us be more than a school band,” Tyler said.

The band also said Euroa Secondary College music teacher Neil Lemon was a “big influence” and “very supportive of us”.

They added a special “shout-out” to Euroa Guitars owner Carl Leech.

Although the band is thankful to those who have influenced and helped them, it is also clear they put a lot of work into their music.

“I feel like what’s helped us a lot with our creative process is we practice a lot,” Grace said.

“We practice and we have a sleepover and we’re friends, which helps us make songs.”

And they are keen to keep going.

“If there’s anyone that wants to give us gigs, give us gigs,” Jeremiah said.

“Yeah, like, we’ll take whatever gigs we can get… just ‘cause we love it,” Grace added.

“Yeah, we love it,” Jeremiah agreed.

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BLASTED AWAY: A Nissan X-Trail was hit and pushed off the tracks by a train at about 8pm after the interstate driver got stuck on the railway line and disembarked the car.

ON CALL: Police, Euroa SES, Euroa CFA and Ambulance Victoria attended the scene.

Train demolishes car following mishap at “awkward” Euroa intersection

BY DARREN CHAITMAN dchaitman@ nemedia.com.au

A COLLISION between a train and vehicle at the Birkett Street level crossing in Euroa on Friday night has raised questions about the need to improve the crossing’s safety.

Euroa Police Senior Leading Constable Lucas Paul said the crash occurred after the driver of a Nissan X-Trail tried to cross the railway line but missed the turn and got stuck on the rail.

The driver and passenger, from interstate, disembarked the vehicle, which was then hit and pushed off the tracks by the Southern Cross to Albury train at about 8pm – leaving the individuals unharmed, but their car totalled.

The 268 passengers aboard the train waited about an hour and 20 minutes before being allowed to disembark, following emergency services investigations and a track inspection, according to V/Line.

Police, Euroa SES, Euroa CFA and Ambulance Victoria attended the scene, and the emergency services personnel assisted with ushering

Firefigghter says y p preventive action needed after fifth crash at crossing g passengers onto replacement buses when they disembarked.

“Police have raised the issues in the past about the awkward crossing,” Led Sen Const Paul said, noting similar crashes had occurred at the same location.

“In the past, it’s been inexperienced drivers who haven’t used that road before who have had issues with the crossing.”

Euroa CFA firefighter Garry Kenyon said the CFA had been called to similar crashes at this site five times, and something needed to be done “without question” to prevent the situation from recurring again.

“There’s obviously something very wrong with the intersection,” he said.

“These situations wouldn’t happen if everything was clear and people understood, so it needs to be addressed or there is a fatality. “[The problem is that drivers] think they’re going in a straight line, without realising there’s a sharp veer to the right.”

Mayor Laura Binks said the council-owned signs leading up to the level-cross-

ing “are intended to provided warning only and we continue to encourage road users to drive to the conditions and adhere to signage and warning signals”.

The crossing’s boom gates and flashing lights are owned by the ARTC, who were not available to comment by the time of going to press.

V/Line said damage was sustained to the front of the train and it returned to Melbourne at a reduced speed to undergo repairs.

V/Line confirmed there had been changes to some services as a result of the collision, including two cancelled train services (replaced by coaches) on the following Saturday and Sunday.

Ambulance Victoria and V/Line said no train passengers were injured.

Euroa’s William Buckingham was on the train, travelling home from Melbourne, at the time of the collision.

“The odd thing is, there was no sensation of an impact at all,” he said.

“We were slowing down anyway, on the way into Euroa, and the next thing you

TRAIN UNDER STRAIN: The 268 passengers aboard the train waited about an hour and 20 minutes, following emergency services investigations and a track inspection.

PHOTO: Dale Mann know the train came to a halt and you couldn’t press any of the [exit] buttons.

“About a minute or two after that, we were told there had been an accident [over the loudspeaker] and every 10 or 15 minutes there was an update, saying they were waiting to find out from head office what the situation is, and we were advised replacement

buses were on the way.”

Mr Buckingham said he was surprised by how calm everyone was, as passengers took to chatting with each other and walking up and down the train.

He said on the whole it was handled well by V/Line, but he thought it took slightly too long for passengers to be allowed to disembark.

“We thank passengers for

their patience and understanding as we worked to get them to their destination as quickly and safely as possible,” a V/Line spokesperson said.

“Safety Investigations and inspections of the train and track were required before the train was cleared to move to the platform for passengers to disembark the service.”

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Inner city voters dance Allan’s first days as to their own tune premier a train wreck CONSIDERING the inner Melbourne and Canberra voting trends, it would appear to me the richer you are and the whiter you are the further away you are from our neglected regional indigenous communities you were more likely to vote “Yes”.

Bill Stanton, Euroa

The silent majority has spoken in referendum WINNING an election does not always come down to the voices of the loudest agitators or the button wearers.

The referendum a case in point, where the formidable silent majority were not swayed by the loud.

Let’s live and let live in our own way.

Cynthia Cato, Euroa

JACINTA Allan’s first weeks in the top job have turned into a train wreck, as the truth is finally coming out about the Commonwealth Games debacle.

It’s disappointing that the Premier avoided accountability and refused to face a parliamentary inquiry into the Games’ cancellation, and dodged questions in Parliament last week, despite being the Minister responsible for delivering the Games.

At the Parliamentary Inquiry hearings this week, it was revealed that the Premier was notified of the $2 billion cost blowout four months before the Games were cancelled. But instead of being up front, she falsely assured the public that everything was proceeding without a hitch.

Well before the public announcement that the games were cancelled, the Government enlisted the services of lawyers to initiate the process of terminating the Games contract.

Evidence presented to the Victorian Parliament’s Select Committee reveals that taxpayers will pay $600 million just to cancel the Games.

In April this year I joined my federal Nationals colleague Senator Bridget McKenzie in Bendigo, to raise concerns about State Government budget blowouts in funding for the Commonwealth Games, and to seek assurances that local communities wouldn’t be left paying the bill.

At the time Jacinta Allan said there was no truth of budget concerns or timeframe issues, and said they were making great progress with regional communities on the delivery of the 2026 Commonwealth Games to showcase regional Victoria on the international stage.

It’s disappointing to find out now that the Premier knew the Games were under financial pressure, and yet told the people of Bendigo a very different story.

It will take a long time to rebuild Victoria’s reputation as a sporting and events centre on the international stage.

Gaelle Broad MP, Member for Northern Victoria

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Men on postie bikes have a message for Euroa Riders urge rural men to prostate checked gget their p

By DARREN CHAITMAN A LARGE crew of men on ex-Australia Post “postie” bikes representing the Male Bag Foundation will stop in Euroa tomorrow (Thursday, October 19) to build awareness and raise funds to beat prostate cancer.

On what will be the first day of a four-day journey, the crew plans to travel from Melbourne to VC Memorial Park in Euroa, where they will arrive at 11am to enjoy a barbecue lunch provided by the Rotary Club of Euroa, before they head to Bright for the evening.

Ian Clayton – who lives in Melbourne, but plans to retire soon to a property he owns in Moglonemby and is involved in local groups including Landcare and the CFA – will be one of the riders to land in town on postie bikes.

“It’s not just directed at men, it’s directed at wives, sisters, partners to ensure that men go and get themselves checked – which is a pretty simple PSA blood test,” Mr Clayton said.

“For me it’s just a cause worth fighting for.

“I personally know of people in Melbourne and in Euroa who have suffered prostate cancer.

“Treat it early, the success rate is very high.

“If it’s left untreated or left undiagnosed, it can get into other organs of the body and the prognosis is not very good.”

The riders will also take donations along the way, which will go towards putting transperineal biopsy machines into rural hospitals.

Mr Clayton describes transperineal biopsy machines as a safer tool for collecting biopsies than the traditional rectal method.

Having more of these machines in rural hospitals would reduce the need for rural patients to travel to larger cities to have their prostate tested.

Former AFL coach and player David Parkin – the Male Bag Foundation’s patron and a prostate cancer survivor – will join the four-day ride and be present for the barbecue in Euroa.

PROSTATE PREACHER ON POSTIE: Ian Clayton – who plans to retire to Moglonemby soon – will be one of the riders to land in town on postie bikes.

Contribute to council’s cycling and walking strategy STRATHBOGIE Shire Council is calling on residents to assist with the development of a cycling and walking strategy.

“The strategy will guide cycling and walking infrastructure in the future as well as providing direct maintenance to improve existing cycling and walking routes,” Mayor Laura Binks said.

“The Strathbogie Ranges is such a beautiful mountainous area that attracts many cyclists who love to test their riding skills.

“We also know that there are keen bush walkers who seek out the Strathbogie’s nature walks and scenery.”

Council is asking on the community to participate in a survey on its online engagement hub Share Strathbogie to identify the most popular tracks and trails, as well as the infrastructure required for cyclists and walkers.

Council will be at the Euroa Farmers Market this Saturday to engage with the community on this subject.

You can have your say via www. share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au or visit survey stations at Avenel Library, Euroa Library, Violet Town Library, Strathbogie General Store, Graytown Community Centre, Ruffy Hall or Longwood General Store.

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The workshop covers how fire behaves, preparing your property, personal survival, and planning.

DETAILS: Date: Thursday 2 November 2023 Time: 5:30 pm for light refreshments, session will commence at 6.00pm sharp and conclude by 8.30pm Where: Euroa Fire Station, 19-23 Clifton Street, Euroa

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A SPECIAL VISIT: A heritage Sprit of Progress carriage (pictured at Euroa), towed by a S307 train, stopped in Avenel, Euroa, Violet Town and Benalla on the weekend to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the opening of the North East Rail Line.

PHOTO: Dale Mann

JUST LIKE OLD TIMES: Garrie Moore, Violet Town’s former station master, showed up in his old work uniform and relived his glory days.

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Cleeland takes aim at electric bus plan MEMBER for Euroa Annabelle Cleeland has taken aim at the State Government’s plan to phase out diesel buses.

In 2021, the State Government announced a $20 million, Zero Emissions Bus (ZEB) Trial to inform the transition of almost 4500 diesel buses to zero emissions.

From 2025 onwards, all new buses added to Victoria’s public transport routes will be required to be zero

Reminders were also sent “There’s p policy, y, then there’s reality,” y, bus operator p says y a few weeks later encourag-

emissions as older diesel buses are phased out.

But Ms Cleeland has argued the plan does not adequately consider rural bus operators.

“Rural operators do not have the same opportunity to charge electric buses as their city counterparts,” Ms Cleeland said.

“Many of the buses are parked at the driver’s home, or a similar arrangement,

which limits the opportunity to charge the buses.”

The office of Ms Cleeland spoke to Benalla Bus Lines manager Travis Mee – whose company is behind Euroa’s school buses – who shared Ms Cleeland’s concerns.

Mr Mee told Ms Cleeland’s office it was not unusual to have a bus stored in a paddock under a tree.

“There’s policy, then there’s reality,” Mr Mee said.

“There’s been no consultation, no contact, no communication.”

Responding to Ms Cleeland’s statements, a State Government spokesperson criticised the Nationals’ record on environmental policy.

“What’s unrealistic is thinking the Liberals or the Nationals would do anything to help tackle emissions on the bus network – a critical move to ensure Victo-

ria meets our target of net zero emissions by 2045,” the spokesperson said.

The State Government said they launched a consultation paper in August to seek feedback and input on the plan from bus operators, which was promoted throughout the bus industry including to Bus Association Victoria and to Mee’s Bus Group, of which Benalla Bus Lines is a subsidiary.

ing contributions, according to the State Government.

Last month, Shadow Minister for Roads and Road Safety Danny O’Brien asked the Minister for Public Transport to commit to providing flexibility for regional bus operators during the phase-in of zeroemission vehicles.

The minister was due to answer Mr O’Brien’s question on September 29 and still has not responded.

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Rae receives Senior Achiever Award

By DARREN CHAITMAN VIOLET Town’s Robbie Rae is one of 14 Victorians this year to receive a Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria Senior Achiever Award.

The “thrilled” 70-year-old received the award at an event hosted by Governor of Victoria Margaret Gardner and attended by Victorian Minister for Ageing Ingrid Stitt at Government House on Wednesday, October 11.

“I’m just generally delighted and thrilled and

on it,” she explained.

Violet Vi l Town T volunteer l recognised i d ffor d dedication, di i h hard d work k name Violet Town’s Sandy Garoverwhelmed and all of the above,” Ms Rae said.

But the humble senior added she thinks “there are other people ahead of me in the queue”.

A State Government statement accompanying the award described Ms Rae as “a highly respected and dedicated community member in Violet Town, known for her extensive volunteer work spanning over three decades”.

“Her commitment,

awards, and enthusiasm for nurturing community spirit and reducing isolation make her a cherished community leader,” the statement read.

Ms Rae has served as the VICSWIM Regional Coordinator for 32 years, is a judge for Keep Australia Beautiful Victoria (Tidy Town) and is a member of groups including Victoria Volunteers and the CFA. She is also actively involved in the Violet Town

Bowling Club and Violet Town Hall Committee, and has contributed to environmental and community projects over the years.

Asked by The Euroa Gazette whether she had any advice for today’s young people, Ms Rae recommended they “get out and volunteer”.

“So many people are looking for jobs, looking for opportunities, and it also gives you an idea, a pathway to lead to,” she said.

“You start volunteering – you might not like it, so, that’s fine, try something else.

“But it also leads to you finding an interest in things you never thought you would have.”

Ms Rae said she was “surprised” when she learnt she had been nominated for the award by her friend Sarah King.

“It was a few people who got together and collaborated on it, and Sarah put her

rett has known Ms Rae for many years.

“She’s always [had] a really strong community spirit, worked tirelessly in the community – she’s sort of been everywhere,” Ms Garrett said.

“Her mother Dot was the same and they used to make plum puddings at Christmas for the community… her mum was a tireless worker and Robbie’s sort of followed suit.”

Euroa Music Festival to return this weekend

RSL REPAIRS: Repairs to the Euroa RSL are 25 percent complete, according to council, after the building was damaged by flood in October 2022.

Council shares update on repairs to flood-damaged facilities STEADY progress is being made to repair Strathbogie Shire Council’s community facilities following the October 2022 floods, according to the council.

Strathbogie Shire Council Mayor Laura Binks thanked the community for their patience and understanding on what she described as “a challenging process”.

Cr Binks said an insurance claim relating to flood damage currently stood at $1.2 million and was expected to continue to rise.

“‘This huge damage claim relates to the Euroa RSL Club, Euroa Bowls Club, Euroa Croquet Club, Euroa Third Age Club, and Euroa Miniature Railway alone,” she said.

The council has shared the following updates on the progress of repairs to each of these facilities.

RSL Club: 25 per cent complete, with works continuing in midSeptember; the discovery of termite damage has been addressed to prevent further

delays in the restoration process.

Euroa Bowls Club: progress is at 50pc, with works initiated in early July; plastering and flooring have been successfully completed.

Euroa Croquet Club: at 70pc completion, most of the carpentry and plastering work is done; about 40pc of the electrical and plumbing work has been completed, with painting scheduled to commence in early October; upcoming tasks include installing new windows and an

entry door, along with completing the flooring.

Euroa Third Age Club: progress currently stands at 20pc, with the starting focus on the flooring, which recently commenced.

Euroa Miniature Railway: the facility has been stripped out and is on track for restoration works to commence in December.

Euroa Caravan Park: this area is still under investigation as council works to assess the extent of the damage and develop a comprehensive plan for recovery.

EUROA Music Festival will return to town this weekend.

The festival will begin at 7pm on Friday night at Seven Creeks Hotel, where Kilmore-born indie rockers Swim State will perform, supported by Melbourne singer-songwriter Maddy Petch.

On the Saturday, 13 artists will play across two stages at the Euroa Butter Factory and Northern Republic.

Buses have been organised to loop between the two venues throughout the event.

On Sunday, Recovery will play at the White Hart Hotel in Longwood.

The day kicks off at 1pm and New Zealand band Soaked Oats will also be playing.

The organisers said they had scaled back on venues based on a lower-thanexpected crowd, noting that cost of living pressures has recently put a strain on music festivals in Australia.

Last year, over 1100 people attended the festival.

Adam Palmer – who until recently owned Euroa’s Northern Republic restaurant, before selling it to Jessica, Lauren and Melissa Anders – is the festival director.

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October 20-22 Euroa Golf Club are hosting the Power Industry association (PIA) Golf State Championships for 150 golfers. This event was washed out last year. The golf course will be closed to members and green fee players on these days.

22 Jimmy and Jarrod’s Country and Rock n Roll show featuring Venessa Waara with supporting act Jimmy and Jarrod and live band: The Night Owls.

Sunday 22 October at the Longwood Community Centre from 12pm – 5pm. $15 per head. Bookings essential contact Jimmy on 0412 723 356 BYO drinks and nibbles – tea & coffee available. BBQ lunch available for purchase.

23 Euroa Probus Club provides you with the opportunity to join a social club in your local community to meet retirees on a regular basis, listen to interesting speakers and join together in activities.

Meetings are held 4th Monday of each month, 10am at Uniting Church Hall, Kirkland Ave Euroa. Enq: Fred 0408 443 288 or Stan 0427 884 075.

28-29 Euroa Agricultural Society Inc will hold the 131st Euroa Agricultural Show. Online entries now open. Show schedule available online.

November 4-7 Strathbogie “Cup Weekend” Festival 4 days of fun and events. www.strathbogiecupweekendfestival. com 6 Longwood Senior’s monthly two course luncheon held at Longwood Community Centre at 12.30pm - all seniors welcome.

Cost per head $16. Enq: Margaret 0407 529 991.

11 Great Ruffy Trivia Challenge Ruffy Hall Contact 5790 4264 to book your table

December 4 Longwood Senior’s Christmas Luncheon which is fantastic, held at the Longwood Community Centre. All seniors welcome. Enq: Margaret 0407 529 991.

Register your function in Special Events Diary at a cost of $9.90 per listing which lasts up to 12 months.

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Flenley appointed CEO of Nagambie Healthcare Aged Ag d care ffacility ili y “f “fortunate”” to gain g i experienced p i d lleader d r

By DIANE GRANT NAGAMBIE Healthcare (NHC) has been fortunate to gain the experienced Alison Flenley as their new chief executive officer (CEO).

Mrs Flenley made the decision to move to Nagambie when accepting the role as executive manager care services and then progressed to CEO of the Nagambie Healthcare facility.

Mrs Flenley was welcomed to the facility by NHC board members, aged care residents and staff in late August and was made to feel quite at home in her new role.

“It was a big decision to decide to work in a smaller health facility, but one I hope will bring me back to my passion; delivering health care to the community,” Mrs Flenley said.

“One can lose sight of that when involved in a high administration role such as I had working in the prison system.”

Born and bred in Maryborough, Alison Flenley knows what living in rural communities entails.

She qualified as a registered nurse in the Maryborough and District Hospital and worked there for a while before moving to Ballarat Hospital for a short time, sometimes working casually and travelling to and from Maryborough.

She met her husband Glen Flenley and they married at Beaufort in 1997.

They were blessed with two children Bailey (26) and Monique (24).

They were brought up in Beaufort.

Each daughter and partners have given her and Glen one granddaughter each.

Going by first impressions, Alison Flenley comes across as a hands-on, sensible and practical person.

One with compassion and understanding about the importance of healthcare for those in the community.

From 2008-2010 Mrs Flenley worked at the Beaufort/Skipton Health Service residential care hospital, and as associate unit manager – after hours co-coordinator in charge of facilities on

NEW CEO: Alison Flenley is the new chief executive officer of the Nagambie Healthcare aged care facility.

PHOTO: Diane Grant afternoon and night shifts.

Then from 2012 up to 2021 she undertook the role of health service manager in the prison system and the Hopkins Correctional Centre at Kal Kal near Beaufort and then moved to the role of facility manager at Mt Clear near Ballarat.

Mrs Flenley then decided she might like to try agency work and have some time with her family.

At the end of 2022 she filled in at Nagambie Healthcare Aged Care Facility for a few weeks and became the executive manager care services in January 2023 up until August 2023, when she was appointed by the Nagambie Healthcare board as the new CEO. With her many years of experience gained in the health services and management side of the healthcare field, I feel Nagambie Healthcare is very

Youth music event to coincide with Euroa Music Festival COINCIDING with the Euroa Music Festival, Strathbogie Shire Council’s FReeZA crew are hosting a free music festival for youth in Euroa this weekend.

The “Here and Now” youth music festival will be held in the Seven Creeks Park on Saturday, October 21 from 2pm-9pm.

The event will include the North East Battle of the Bands Euroa heat, plus performances by last year’s Battle of the Bands winners Swim State and Bad Ibis, along with two bands from Melbourne, Zero

City and Sex Mask.

Battle of the Bands is a competition for bands and soloists aged between 14 and 25 years.

There will also be art activities, workshops and local food vans.

The event is open to all ages (children under 12 must be accompanied by a guardian) and is drug, alcohol, vape and tobacco free.

Tickets are free but limited; bookings can be made at https://events.humanitix.com/ here-and-now.

lucky to have obtained her services for the future years ahead.

It was apparent that she loves working in rural areas and getting to know the people in the community and finding out their needs so improved health services can be provided for the benefit of the aged community.

“The staff at Nagambie Healthcare provide excellent care and are a pleasure to work with,” she said.

“They are very helpful and I feel we will work as a great team together.”

A new staff room and laundry are a couple of goals to be achieved in the facility.

“I want to make sure we provide the best service to our aged care residents as we can,” Mrs Flenley said.

She also looks forward to working with the Nagambie Healthcare board and the staff

in the hostel and nursing home, developing collaborative relationships with them as she settles into her new role as CEO. Mrs Flenley agreed people in the community need to have a sense of ownership in their health facility and she welcomes the continuation of the work by the large volunteer base who serves the Nagambie Healthcare community.

She believes this relationship with all concerned is integral to any health service.

Besides enjoying her family around her, she loves gardening, camping, outdoor activities, films and fishing and is an avid St Kilda supporter.

In coming months, Alison Flenley will do her best to settle into the CEO role and looks forward to meeting not only those associated with the health facility but those in the wider community as well.

Road maintenance blitz to repair major roads in shire THE State Government has kicked off this year’s road maintenance blitz.

Between now and June 2024, crews will be carrying out on-road repairs, inspecting and maintaining bridges, traffic lights and signage as well as controlling vegetation on roadsides to minimise bushfire risk on the state’s road corridors.

This work will include major maintenance work in the Strathbogie Shire on multiple locations on the Goulburn

Valley Highway, Hume Highway, Murchison-Violet Town Road and the Midland Highway, according to the government.

“We know we are facing a significant and complex repair program after some of the worst floods in our state’s history – that’s why our plan is backed by a long-term funding commitment and data-driven plan to fix our roads,” Minister for Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne said.

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AGRICULTURAL NEWS High milk prices add to dairy farm profitability

REMEMBERING WARREN: Georgia and Thomas lost their father Warren Birch (pictured) to suicide in 2017. The proceeds from the siblings’ speed shear event will be donated to Beyond Blue.

Speed shear to support rural mental health

By DARREN CHAITMAN

BROTHER and sister Georgia Birch (a former Euroa resident) and Thomas Birch (a Euroa farmer and shearer), have found a fun way to raise money and awareness for a serious cause.

They are the team behind the inaugural Elders Euroa Speed Shear 2023, a competition to be held the evening before this year’s Euroa Agricultural Show, with all profits to be donated to mental health support organisation Beyond Blue.

“For the farming industry, the industry in its entirety has higher rates of poor mental health and poor mental health treatment,” Georgia said.

“We wanted to share awareness… [regarding] the pressures and strain that the lifestyle of the farming industry can put on an individual.”

Georgia and Thomas know this too well, having lost their father Warren Birch to suicide in 2017. “[The speed shear] is a fun way to raise money for a good cause such as Beyond Blue,” Thomas said.

Georgia explained that in con-

trast to ordinary show shearing, speed shearing is “more exciting and more of a spectacle” due to the sole focus on shearing a single sheep as fast possible.

“It’ll be really good to have the community there, because it’s the first time that we’re trying to bring it,” Thomas said.

“So, we really want as many people as possible to turn up and have a look.”

A barbecue and bar during the event are set to complement the competition.

The siblings noted there is still

time for more shearers to enter.

Cash prizes will be awarded to “open” finalists placing first to 10th, and to “senior”, “intermediate” and “learner” finalists for places first to sixth.

The show will begin at the Euroa Showgrounds at 6pm on Friday, October 27, with presentations to be held at the Euroa Hotel following the competition.

Pre-purchase entry via https:// www.eventbrite.com.au/e/elderseuroa-speed-shear-2023-tickets-723911457657 is encouraged for spectators and competitors.

VICTORIAN dairy farmers enjoyed one of their most profitable 12 months in the last 17 years, according to a new report.

Agriculture Victoria recently released the 2022-2023 Dairy Farm Monitor, an annual survey tracking 80 dairy farm businesses statewide.

Agriculture Victoria sector development and services executive director Dougal Purcell said the report showed that in 2022-2023, the milk price increased by 33 per cent to $9.77 per kg milk solids – the highest on record in 17 years – helping to offset rising feed costs and overheads including labour.

“It is pleasing to see Victorian dairy farmers come out on top following a year of higher business inputs, wet conditions and flooding,” Mr Purcell said.

Dairy Australia, general manager for research and innovation, Greg Jarman said farmers are making multiple operational and tactical decisions on a daily, weekly and seasonal basis.

“Some of these decisions can have a lasting impact on the profitability and sustainability of their farm,” he said.

“The Dairy Farm Monitor Project is a valuable source of independent physical and financial data around a wide range of on-farm practices, equipping farmers with essential insights to inform their decision making.

“This information also ensures that on-farm consultants and industry stakeholders can use reliable, independent and useful information and resources to provide good advice to farmers.”

Valued at $2.5 billion, Victorian dairy leads the nation’s exports, with the gross value of milk produced in Victoria worth $2.86 billion and the sector supports almost 13,000 jobs, almost half of which are in regional Victoria.

There were approximately 2773 dairy farm businesses in Victoria that produced 5.14 billion litres or 63 per cent of Australia’s national milk production in 2022-23.

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Curfew 3.30pm Tuesday Entries Invited - Contact Selling Agents: www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au/community/pets-and-livestock/euroa-saleyard/ Call Lorraine 5795 3041 or email lmillard@nemedia.com.au Euroa 03 5795 2240

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Church Services ANGLICAN CHURCH Saturday 21st October 12.30pm St Dunstan’s Violet Town Sunday 22nd October 9.15am St Paul’s Euroa Wednesday 25th October 10am Eucharist St Paul’s Euroa Enq: 5704 0330 www.anglicaneuroa.org.au All welcome BAPTIST CHURCH 31 Kennedy Street, Euroa Sunday October 22nd, 10am Tuesday: 9.30am Prayer, 10.30am Bible Study.

Listen to Vision Radio 88.4 FM CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Services at Kelvin View Hall Sunday October 22nd 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 Friday 12.30pm Mass Saturday 6pm Vigil Mass in St. John’s Church St Malachy’s, Nagambie Monday 10.30am Rosary Wednesday 12.30pm Mass Mass on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 9am Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Sunday of the month at 9am St Attracta’s, Violet Town Mass on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at 11am Mass on the 5th Sunday at 10am Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 11am St Mary’s, Avenel Mass on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 11am Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Sunday of the month at11am.

St Patrick’s, Longwood Mass on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at 9am Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month at 9am Enquiries: Fr Tony Hill 5795 3048 UNITING CHURCH St Andrew’s, Euroa Regular Sunday Service at 9.30am Everyone Welcome 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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Concerned residents discuss future of Euroa Goods Shed

By SHIRLEY SAYWELL, on behalf of EUROACONNECT WHEN it was built 150 years ago, the Euroa Goods Shed was key to shaping Euroa’s development.

“Now is the time to think about what Euroa will look like in the next 150 years” advised Norman Day, a well-known Melbourne architect and teacher, and one of the many contributors to the “save our shed” discussion at the Northey on Sunday.

The history and future of the Goods Shed has created enormous interest from architects and engineers, who have joined EuroaConnect in the quest to preserve this significant piece of Euroa’s heritage.

This Euroa icon celebrates 150 years this year, but its future survival is threatened by ARTC development plans.

SAVE OUR SHED: Chair of EuroaConnect John Simpson welcomes attendees to a “save our shed” discussion at the North Eastern Hotel on Sunday.

A group of 60 enthusiastic supporters, mostly Euroa residents who say they love being part of a progressive community, enjoyed presentations from those with local knowledge and design expertise, before being invited to contribute their thoughts.

The consensus was for an inspired approach, one which re-

flects our great landscapes, our vibrant community and our central location.

Feedback included the need to meet growing recreational pursuits, including bicycle hire and walking trails, galleries and artists’ spaces and to incorporate a striking entrance to Euroa from Shepparton.

A cake celebrating the past 150 years was shared amongst the guests after the presentations.

EuroaConnect invites feedback on future plans for the rail precinct and will continue to campaign for responsible and appropriate development of this public space.

SHOW-WORTHY GOODIES: Euroa’s Lorraine Mawson took out three second-place prizes at the Royal Melbourne Show this year for her sultana cake, banana cake and sweet muffins, which she entered in the “open cooking” category. Ms Mawson said she has been entering the show for over 30 years. The sultana cake is Anne Marsden’s signature recipe.

Lively farmers market to feature musicians, community groups, walking, cycling plan

By HELEN BROOK THE sun is out, shining brightly and life is good.

The monthly Euroa Farmers Market is on this Saturday, October 21 and Kirkland Avenue will be filled with amazing stalls full of wonderful and interesting things.

The market starts at 9am and goes till 1pm.

So, there will be chopping boards and soap, native flowers and leather goods. Jewel-

lery and pottery, olive oil and beer, unique knitted beanies and quilts, hand painted garden items.

There will be garden sculptures and plants galore.

There will be food for you to eat straight away and food to take home, there will even be food for your dog.

The fruit and veggies will be fresh seasonal and local.

There will be jams, fudges, granola and honey.

You will be able to take home

greeting cards, calendars, body creams, socks and hats and of course another plant.

The market is very supportive of all the community groups in the town.

This month, Euroa Garden Club will have a plant stall, Euroa Community House will have an information stall and the Strathbogie Shire Council will be there to talk to everyone about their walking and cycling plan.

On the barbecue this month will be volunteers from the Eu-

roa Secondary College.

Buy a sausage and help raise funds for your local school.

Besides live music being all over town on Saturday night with Euroa Music Festival, Euroa Farmers Market favourites Katie and Kiwi will be playing on the band stage from 10am.

It’s all at the Euroa Farmers Market this Saturday; see you there.

For more information about the market, call me on 0447 360 059.

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Flexible barriers helping reduce serious injuries

By STEVE KELLY FLEXIBLE safety barriers along the Hume Freeway have saved lives with the number of fatalities and serious collisions reducing by 35 per cent since their installation in October 2019.

Historical data between 2002 and 2019 show 35.4 serious or fatal crashes on the Hume Freeway occurred on average each year compared to 23 in the 2020 to 2022 data period.

The Victorian Government spent $89 million to install around 980km of new, flexible safety barriers on the Hume Freeway from the M80 to the NSW border after it was identified as one of the highest-risk roads in the state.

Data shows a decline in head-on and run-off-road collisions along the Hume Freeway that account for half of Victoria’s total road deaths.

Crash data on the Hume Freeway since 2002 shows a lower number of serious injuries in recent years with the average annual figure of 20 serious injuries, well below the 29 long-term se-

SERIOUS CRASHES DROP: The number of serious or fatal collisions on the Hume Freeway has decreased by 35 per cent on average since the installation of flexible safety barriers in October 2019. rious-injury average (20022019).

The average number of other injuries over the last three years (2020-2022) is 27 compared to the long-term average of 37.

The average number of fatalities on the Hume Freeway (2002-2019) has been

four per year, with the last three years involving three per year off the back of zero in 2019 - the year the barriers were installed.

The government reported that the barriers work by absorbing much of the force in a collision, reducing the impact to passengers and al-

Walking Garden opened at GraniteHill Just in time for spring, the Walking Garden at GraniteHill has been officially opened and is now another perfect place for residents to embrace the season and enjoy the benefits of being outdoors.

The new Walking Garden offers a serene outdoor setting where residents and their visitors can enjoy the beauty of nature. Surrounded by a concrete walking path to provide a safe and accessible way for leisurely strolls and the lush grass areas offer a space for picnics, games, or simply lounging in the sun.

Residents and their families can now look forward to spending time together in the Walking Garden, creating cherished memories and enjoying the beauty of nature in a welcoming environment.

The official opening of the Walking Garden followed by a BBQ dinner, allowing residents and their families to come together and enjoy a delicious meal.

The area was funded through a Grant which was awarded to Euroa Health.

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lowing the vehicle to come to a gradual standstill.

Victoria Police Eastern Region Division 4 Highway Patrol Senior Sergeant David Gillespie, who has been to the scenes of several serious and fatal collisions, believes the flexible safety barriers save lives and re-

Data shows 35% decrease in fatalities, serious injuries on the Hume Freeway since 2019

duce the number of injuries resulting from road crash trauma.

“The number of crashes hasn’t necessarily changed over the years, but what has changed is the number of injuries and fatalities,” Sen Sgt Gillespie said.

“It has peaked in the last 12 months with more fatalities on the Hume Freeway from Thomastown to Wodonga compared to a number of years prior, but the number of injury collisions has reduced.

“The reason for that is vehicles are impacting the wire rope barriers and not the trees, shrubs, or passing through the centre median strip into oncoming traffic.

“They (wire rope barriers) are controversial and they’re known by some as the cheese-cutters, which is a name labelled in association with motorcyclists, but in my experience I am yet to see a motorcyclist impact wire rope barriers and be hurt.

“Yes it would be scary skidding along the road and coming towards wire rope barriers but I’ve seen the result of a motorcyclist skidding along the road and

head-butting a tree and that was life ending.”

A Department of Transport and Planning spokesperson said road safety is always their number one priority, and it’s a responsibility they take very seriously.

“Life-saving infrastructure such as flexible safety barriers helps to prevent head-on and run-off-road collisions - the most common cause of death on Victorian roads,” she said.

“Since the completed installation of centreline and left-hand side flexible safety barriers along the Hume Freeway in October 2019, we’ve seen a significant reduction in the number of accidents on this road.

“Flexible safety barriers are the most effective way of preventing crashes on high speed roads or reducing the severity of injuries.”

There was a dip in the number of crashes in 2020 which could have been due to less traffic on the roads as a result of border closures and lockdown restrictions, which could have impacted overall statistics.

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NAGAMBIE NOTES with Di Grant P: 5794 1720 E: stardust2011@bigpond.com

THOUGHTS FOR THE WEEK: Humour is to life what shock absorbers are to cars.

PERSONALS: Birthday greetings go this week to Dean Pearce, twins Izaac and Matthew Koeleman, Helen Shepherd, Zackerie Andrews, Margaret Hurren, Sarah Beaumont, Lyn Tanner, Wayne Page, Jenny Miller, Katherine Green, Dale Melican, Elisha Traynor, David Morrison, Nora Burke, Sue Tennant, Sandra White, Belinda Stevens, Lucy Duncalf, Bart O’Sullivan, Hannah Tuckett, Winifred Mountjoy, and Carolyn Steers.

Happy 63rd anniversary to Ossie and Deirdre Kleinig, happy anniversary to Bronwyn and Wayne Sullivan, Jake and Sharni Lloyd and Deanne and Michael Thomson.

BIG THANK YOU: Nagambie’s popular pharmacist Rebecca Baker is stepping down as our chemist and new owners will take over her well established business she has operated for 18 years.

Thanks Bec for your wonderful service, support and commitment to our community as a whole.

Good luck for the future.

EVENTS COMING UP: October 21: Nagambie Little Athletics season starts.

October 22: Nagambie Farmers Market at Tahbilk winery from 10am-2pm; call 0429 023 618 for details.

October 23: Nagambie Rowing Club annual meeting at 6pm at 301 High St, Nagambie.

November 11 and 12: Comedy in the Vines, in the Nagambie Lakes wine region.

CHURCH NEWS: CATHOLIC: Farewell to Fr Tony Hill from the St Malachy’s and St Mary’s Nagambie parish centres.

Fr Tony has been parish priest for over 16 years and he will be missed.

I hope to see him at the St Malachy’s 150th celebration mass on November 19.

God’s blessing Fr Tony from the whole Nagambie community.

ANGLICAN: Sunday, October 29, the Anglican Bishop of Wangaratta Diocese, Right Rev Clarence Bishop, will be visiting St Paul’s Avenel for the 10.30am service.

Lunch to follow.

No services at Nagambie or Seymour on that day.

COMMUNITY HOUSE NEWS: Due to plaster works at the House, it will remain closed to activities until October 23 now.

Tentatively, the House will open up again for groups to meet after that date but they will confirm with everyone before then.

On Tuesday, October 31 there will be a Halloween Family party night featuring fun, music and games from 6-8pm at Mechanics Hall.

All ages are welcome; the cost is $5 for a child and $10 max for a family.

If anyone is able to help in anyway, please let Anna know when and how you can assist on 5794 1487 on weekdays.

NAGAMBIE BOWLS CLUB NEWS: On Saturday, November 11 will be the Nagambie Bowling Club’s Nagambie Cup night.

Early bookings are $30 pp for dinner and horse racing; $35 on the night.

It is a great social night, with a prize for best hat.

Bookings essential with Fiona Smith on 0418 942 446.

ST JOSEPH’S PRIMARY SCHOOL SPRING MARKET & FETE: On November 12 will be the St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School fete with a modern twist of a spring market.

There will be activities and stalls such as face painting, barbecue, games, raffle, spinning wheel, and much more from 10am-2pm.

For more details, call 5794 2608.

MECHANICS INSTITUTE RE-CREATION BALL: On November 25 will be the Nagambie Mechanics Institute’s (NMI) Re-Creation Fundraiser Ball from 7pm-midnight.

There will be the unveiling of the honour board detailing 150 years of executive positions at the NMI. Patrons are asked to bring a plate for shared supper plus table snacks.

Hot finger food will be provided for the shared supper. The cost is $30 a head, with no BYO and drinks available for purchase on the night.

The entertainer will be Trevor Dennis.

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Rai’s run stops in Euroa ahead of referendum

By DARREN CHAITMAN

IN a last-ditch effort to lend his support to the Indigenous Voice to Parliament, Palwinder Rai last week ran into Euroa en route from Albury to Melbourne.

Mr Rai, a proud Sikh-Australian, said he had the backing of Cragieburn Sikh Temple in undertaking the seven-day run (“roughly a marathon a day,” he noted casually).

The 37-year-old catering worker and marathon trainer from Melbourne said he was inspired by Pat Farmer’s recent run around Australia in support of the same cause.

“This is the time we need to stand with those people who gave us land to grow our generations and give us opportunities,” he said.

“This is the time to stand with

them and say, ‘support Yes, vote Yes’.”

Mr Rai acknowledged it appeared the nation would most likely vote No, but he still wanted the record to show he had supported the Yes vote with the backing of his community.

“Being a migrant community, these people gave us a land,” he said.

He was hosted overnight by Euroa’s Shirley Saywell and said he would “never forget” the hospitality of Euroa and Ms Saywell.

“I’m feeling like I’m staying tonight home and with my family,” he said.

Following his run into town, Mr Rai dined with Ms Saywell and other locals at Euroa’s Indian restaurant Northern Rasoi, where he provided expert suggestions on what the group should order.

POST-RUN MEAL: Haydan Fergusson (left), Shirley Saywell, Palwinder Rai, Andi Kofler and Nelly Watson at Northern Rasoi in Euroa, where Mr Rai enjoyed a post-run meal.

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Way Back Wednesday - a look back at what was making news 20 years ago this week.

ON this week 20 years ago, Mrs EV Watkins of Euroa praised fellow Euroa resident Max Burnside in a letter to the editor.

“I wish to congratulate Max Burnside, on the wonderful work he has done, and is still doing, with the old graves in the Euroa Cemetery,” she wrote in an October 21, 2003 letter.

“Many of my family members are buried there; it has become a changed place is much more of a pleasure to visit.”

In another letter, Merryl McNamara of Nagambie slammed Strathbogie Shire Council for holding a “completely useless meeting” for the public to have their say about the Nagambie shopping precinct car parking strategy.

She stated that 90 percent of those present at the meeting opposed any change to parking throughout the town, and the council’s draft strategy was a “fait accompli”.

In the same week, an alpaca shearers’ accreditation day saw four men shear 28 alpacas to test their skills.

Those tested were Byron Schultz from Devenish; Geordie Brady from Mathora; Sput Ellis from Goorambat; and Tony Dornom from Broadfoard.

“As the day was so bitterly cold, all the shorn alpacas spent the night in the shearing shed until the weather warmed up the next day,” the Gazette printed.

Annette Walton, who is now the council’s youth development officer and a well-known Violet Town arts all-rounder, penned a column about Violet Town in the Gazette’s “district news” section.

Other “district news” columns were penned by Anne Bush (Balmattum), Deirdre Linkins (Strathbogie) and Ted Armstrong (Violet Town again), while anonymously penned columns included “Activities in Avenel” (now written by Lynj James), “Longwood Lookout” (now written by the Longwood Action Group) and “Moglonemby Murmurs” (now defunct).

In other news, Euroa Kinder enjoyed a pyjama day.

Stephanie O’Connor, Lucy McDonald, James Knight, Eliza Brodie, Carli Roper, Dylan Miller and Bryah Mailton were among those who rocked up to kinder in their pyjamas.

NEW CITIZENS: Strathbogie Shire Council’s citizenship ceremony last week saw 10 conferees from United Kingdom, Macau, Iran, Thailand, India, Philippines, Sweden and Russia formally pledge their commitment to Australia in front of family and friends. Pictured are Yasmin Schaff (left), HaoJan Huang, Normita Quintana, Roghayeh Javanmard, David and Janet Eastwood, Kamonwan Khunsuwong, Mayor Cr Laura Binks, Cicilia Thure and Akash Manoj.

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Haines makes suggestions on renewable energy consultation

District News ACTIVITIES IN AVENEL

By LYNJ JAMES

The recommendations follow concerns raised by Ruffy residents • Clearly defining land that is not suitable for renewable energy infrastructure development, including land that has high agricultural value, fragile ecosystems, or in high-risk natural disaster zones; • Ensuring renewable energy project developments do not adversely impact the availability or affordability of insurance for neighbouring landholders; • Establishing community engagement guidelines that require developers to broadly engage local communities early and honestly, with genuine avenues for addressing community concerns; and • Requiring all new large-scale renewable energy projects offer at least 20 per cent of project equity to local investors in a community co-investment funding round before final planning approval can be granted.

The community engagement review will report to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy in December 2023.

LET THE GOOD TIMES BEGIN: The Google Maps app (pictured) now features real-time train arrival times for V/ Line services, the State Government announced.

Real-time data on V/Line arrivals now available REAL-TIME information on V/Line train arrivals is now available on phones and other digital devices, the State Government has announced.

Earlier this month, the government announced real-time data on V/Line train services – which previously had only been available at stations on platform display boards – is available on the

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“What I’ve heard from landowners and farmers in places like Meadow Creek and Bobinawarrah, Ruffy and Strathbogie, is that public consultation by project developers has been disappointing at best and non-existent at worse so far,” Dr Haines said.

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PLAY, create and explore with council this Children’s Week at Avenel, this Saturday October 21, 10am-12pm.

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As part of the Seniors Festival, Avenel Active are hosting a free movie screening at 10.30am on Monday, October 23 at Avenel Memorial Hall.

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is holding its AGM on Friday, November 10 at 6.30pm at Earlston fire shed.

The purpose of the meeting is to confirm the minutes of the previous AGM, receive the financial statements for the 2022-23 financial year, elect the committee members for 202324 and confirm annual subscription fees.

Dinner will be provided by the Landcare group, following the meeting.

For catering purposes please RSVP to our project officer, Ali Piper if you wish to attend the dinner on 0459 953 669 or agrimmy@hotmail.com.

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Hear from guest speakers and share your ideas for the year ahead.

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A battle for safer roads

ONE man, more than any other person, is responsible for Strathbogie Shire Council putting a $1.8 million contract to upgrade Weir Road in Nagambie on hold, and compelling council to commit to implementing an ongoing program of road safety audits in the future.

The individual, Paul Lancaster, has no affiliation with council other than as a ratepayer and resident: he is a retired civil servant with a double degree in chemistry and physics, who lives on a farm in Nagambie.

Mr Lancaster spent months pursuing answers regarding

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the proposed upgrade of Weir Road by sending emails to council repeatedly, meeting with council officers and the mayor, and writing letters published in the Nagambie Community Voice, while his son Michael Lancaster, a civil engineer specialising in road design, submitted a freedom of information request to council.

At last month’s council meeting, these efforts saw concrete results.

Councillors noted the $1.8 million upgrade to Weir Road, which had been approved by council in April 2023, would be delayed while a road safety audit was undertaken to address safety concerns, thereby putting on hold the work of contractor Seven Creeks Excavations and exposing council to possible penalty fees for delaying the contract, according to the meeting agenda report.

The agenda report stated new traffic counts found significantly more vehicles (350 per day) use the road since the closure of Kirwans Bridge, and this new traffic level meant the road would need to be widened to 6.2m seal and 1.5m shoulder on both sides to meet Infrastructure Design Manual (IDM) standards.

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Mr Lancaster had raised this point in emails to council officers, and in a letter published by the Nagambie Community Voice in July, in which he wrote, “the shire has not been clear as to when an Annual Average Daily Traffic study was completed, before or after the closure of Kirwans Bridge” even though this traffic study “dictates the design of the road” and traffic had increased since the bridge’s closure.

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BONDED BY SUCCESS: Archie Andrea secures 3rd place in the 9/10-year boys discus event, while Eli Andrea triumphs with 1st place in the shot put at the recent regional championships.

LAUNCHING OFF: Jock Macdermid exhibits exceptional form during his discus throw at the local championships.

Strathbogie Schools shine at the regional athletics championships

By DAN GODSMARK THE athletic talent in the Strathbogie Shire was on full display during the recent regional championships held at the Alexandra Park athletic complex in Albury.

With a remarkable number of participants making it through to the next stage, the school’s pride was high.

The championships had an impressive turnout of young athletes, with Nagambie Primary School making a significant impact.

Among the standout performers were Iylah Morris and Ruby Sullivan, two 12-year-old girls who showcased exceptional prowess in their respective events.

Sullivan’s impressive second-place finish in the

RUNNING ACE: Billy Harrison crosses the finish line in style, claiming first place in the 800m race for boys with a swift 2 minutes and 34 seconds.

12/13-year girls 1500m secured her a spot at the state championships, while Morris’s outstanding performance in hurdles and the triple jump landed her a coveted spot in the upcoming state-level competition.

Billy Harrison’s astounding 800m run, completed in an impressive 2 minutes and 34 seconds, solidified his place at the state champion-

ships as well.

The school’s dominance continued with Brodie Miller and Eli Andrea, all of whom secured commendable positions in their respective categories, thereby earning spots at the state championships.

Another impressive mention goes to Darby Hoare from St. John’s, who exhibited remarkable skill securing

STATE BOUND: Brodie Miller sprints to victory in the boys’ multi-class 100m race, securing his place in the upcoming State Championships.

ST REGIONS: Jaeger Saxon, Aidan Hamill, Darby Hoare, Bethan Burton and Isobel Zhu gear up for the regional championships, displaying remarkable form and determination.

FEATHER IN CAP: Darby Hoare excels in both disciplines at the championships, securing the top position in the Discus event and claiming a commendable second place in the High Jump.

a spot at the state championships in two events.

Hoare’s exceptional performance in discus and high jump showcased his talent and potential.

Just missing a spot in the state trials was Henry Lloyd (11 year boys discus 3rd place) and Archie Andrea (9/10 year boys discus 3rd place) The achievements of

these young athletes not only reflect their dedication and hard work but also highlight the exceptional athletic talent nurtured within the Strathbogie region.

As they prepare for the upcoming SSV State Championships on Wednesday, November 1 at Lakeside Stadium, we wish all kids the very best.

GREAT EFFORT: Henry Lloyd displaying his throwing skills at the regional championships, securing a commendable 3rd place in the 11-year-old boys’ discus event.

IN FOR THE LONG HAUL: Ruby Sullivan shows remarkable stamina, securing the second position in the 1500m race at the regionals.

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Euroa Bowls Club kicks off 2023- 24 season with impressive start AVENEL BOWLS CLUB

By KATE DONOVAN THE Avenel Bowls Club demonstrated its prowess across various divisions in the recent pennant matches.

In the Mid-Week Pennant division 3, Avenel 14 – 70 defeated Mooroopna Golf 2 – 65 Rusty Schwab, James Wall, Dennis McGregor, Spud Furletti (s) defeated L. Blake 25 – 14.

Ruth King, Kate Donovan, Fay Hateley, Grace Kenworthy (s) defeated B. Morris 29 – 26.

Nyoli Bell, Howard Geldard, Graeme Lewis, Geoff Hateley (s) lost to N. Haldon 16 – 25.

Mid-Week Pennant division 6 – Results Avenel 0 – 26 were defeated by Nagambie 14 – 54.

Mark Morse, Marg Harrison, Marion Gittus, Graeme Toy (s) lost to J. Gorman 11 – 25.

Moiann Papageorgiou, Ron Harrison, Ruth Underwood, Glen Bell (s) lost to L. Sinden 15 – 29.

Weekend Pennant division 3 – Results Avenel 15 – 87 defeated Rushworth 13 – 83.

Nyoli Bell, Donna Rowley, James Wall, Jake Wall (s) defeated G. Chandler 22 – 14.

Glen Bell, Rusty Schwab, Dennis McGregor, Spud Furletti (s) defeated B Wooton 23 – 22.

Ruth King, Fay Hateley, Kate Donovan, Grace Kenworthy (s) drew with K. Gilbert 22 – 22.

Ron Harrison, Graham Lewis, Charlie Kemp, Geoff Hateley (s) lost to L. Nicholson 20 – 25.

Weekend Pennant divi-

sion 7 – Results Avenel 12 – 42 defeated Nagambie 2 – 35.

Norm Billingsley, Sub P. Keady, Ross Sinclair, Graeme Toy (s) were defeated by J. Goring 17 – 25.

Mary Black, Kyle Pedder, Sub L. Sinden, Maron Gittus (s) defeated M. Speck 25 – 10.

EUROA BOWLS CLUB

By AUDREY McINTOSH EUROA Bowls Club commenced the 2023 - 24 season with a flourish as they saw four pennant bowls teams perform admirably last Saturday.

The weather gods smiled upon the players, contributing to an excellent start to the season.

The collective efforts of the players reflected a determined drive to secure promising scores in these initial matches.

This season, the club boasts a side in division one, division four, and a formidable division six side making its mark in the area.

In the first-round matchups, the division one team, while displaying a commendable performance, unfortunately succumbed to a 75-109 loss against Shepparton Golf. Conversely, the division four team secured a strong victory, defeating Shepparton 108-69.

Not to be outdone, the division six team showcased their prowess, triumphing over Shepparton Golf with an impressive 72-32 win.

The Euroa Bowls Club is brimming with optimism and determination as they stride into the heart of the season.

BOWLING SHOWCASE: Kerrie Steers demonstrating her precision and skill on the green. PHOTOS: Dale Mann

RELEASING PERFECTION: Lindsay Cocking displaying perfect form while releasing the bowl for Euroa.

BALANCING THE BIAS: David Cerini demonstrating exceptional balance during this delivery.

ON THE LINE: Don Steers showcasing impressive focus and technique during his bowling performance.

Euroa B grade fights hard at Friendlies

By JOHN BRODIE THE picturesque Friendlies Ground set the stage for B grade’s first home game of the season.

The match began positively for Euroa, who won the toss and chose to bat.

However, early wickets posed a challenge, with Euroa finding themselves three down by the ninth over.

Despite a promising partnership between Nic Hill and Vaughan Kirk, Euroa faced consistent pressure from Pine Lodge following Hill’s dismissal for 14.

Kirk’s commendable effort led to a stylish 56, but his fall in the 33rd over further complicated Euroa’s innings.

Even so, Euroa managed to set a competitive total of 10/124, understanding that defending this target would demand an almost flawless fielding effort.

Euroa’s bowlers began tightly, with Walter Jackson (4/13) making an early breakthrough in the sixth over.

The game witnessed fluctuations as Pine Lodge stabilised their innings, but Ryan Hill and Fletcher Paul’s back-

to-back wickets in the 14th and 15th overs kept the pressure on Pine Lodge.

Andrew Butterworth’s disciplined bowling in the middle overs allowed Jackson to return for a second spell, claiming three crucial wickets across two overs and bringing Euroa back into contention.

Kirk also made an impact, taking a wicket in the 27th over, leaving Pine Lodge at 7/100 with Euroa gaining momentum.

Kirk struck again in the 31st over, yet the tailenders of Pine Lodge managed to clinch the victory just two overs later.

Despite the loss, Euroa’s valiant fielding and bowling display demonstrated commendable resilience.

The team can hold their heads high and look forward to their next challenge against Central Park/St Brendans at Deakin Reserve, A Grade will be playing their first game of the season.

Euroa B Grade 10/124 off 40 overs.

Vaughan Kirk 56 (78).

Pine Lodge B Grade

8/126 off 33 overs.

Vaughan Kirk 7 overs 2/27.

Walter Jackson 9 overs 4/13.

By JACK WILSON EUROA experienced a heavy loss in their first game of the season, encountering a challenging match against Mooroopna at Young Oval in Mooroopna in one round of the D Grade competition.

Captain Connor McCombe lost the toss and decided to bowl first.

Euroa’s bowlers initially put up a strong fight, with Mooroopna reaching 0/62 at the drinks break after the initial 20 overs.

However, Mooroopna’s opening batters gained momentum, breaking the barrier more frequently until Jack Wilson intervened, breaking the opening partnership of 100 runs. Justin Dimond’s catch at deep square leg proved crucial in the breakthrough.

Euroa had to wait until the 39th over to claim another wicket, with McCombe contributing to the effort, and Dimond’s catching proficiency in the outfield was

notable once again.

In the final over, Dion Grant showcased his prowess, taking two wickets in two balls.

Despite their efforts, Mooroopna concluded their innings with a strong total of 4-187.

Euroa’s innings began on a disheartening note, with the first seven wickets falling quickly, accumulating a mere 30 runs.

Despite a valiant effort from the tail-enders, who managed to secure 45 runs collectively, Euroa was eventually bowled out for 75.

Jake Tunks and Carl Norton emerged as the top scorers, contributing 18 and 11 runs respectively.

Mooroopna secured the victory with a notable performance, with D Grant taking 2-41 and J Wilson securing 1-19.

Looking forward, Euroa’s D Grade team will be travelling to Tatura for their upcoming match next week.

Mooroopna D Grade 4/187 off 40 overs.

Euroa D Grade 10/75 off 31 off 31.2 overs.

MASTERFUL TECHNIQUE: Josh Robertson skillfully ‘shouldering arms’ during a crucial moment vs Pine Lodge.

PHOTOS: Dale Mann

EARLY CALL: Nic Hill completes a lightning-quick single.

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SPORT - SCOREBOARD GOLF AVENEL GOLF CLUB THE Juniors got the ball rolling last Saturday morning, which was their final round of the Junior six hole championship.

The winner of the morning’s event was Charlie Golighty with a 25 nett, just one shot ahead of Owen Smith and Abby Eagles was third with a 28 nett.

Bob Taylor-White received the Bank Street Wood Fired Pizza and Gardens voucher for a magnificent chip in.

The afternoon saw a small field head out to play a stableford round.

The course had been sprayed a few days before so the fairways hadn’t been cut, which made it pretty hard going at times, however, it’ll be great once it’s cut again.

Lyn Carracher collected the winner’s voucher with 34 points.

Dale Smith was runnerup with 31 points and added to his ball collection with nearest the pin on the fifth, which he birdied and it was the birdie hole, so he received another ball.

Presentation night followed on from golf and it was pleasing to see a good crowd in attendance, including many of our junior golfers.

Members and guests enjoyed a delicious barbecue tea and thanks go to captain Jared for manning the tongs.

Thanks also to Rachel, Sam and Lyn for taking care of the kitchen.

Alex Smith kicked off the formal proceedings with the junior awards.

The junior club championships are decided on a best 2 of 3 rounds and the winner was Owen Smith with a combined score of 61.

Runner up was Bob Taylor-White with 73.

We also have a handicap event and the winner for the second year running, was Abby Eagles with 54 nett, just one shot ahead of Riley Wall on 55 nett.

The men’s presentation followed with captain Jared Smith giving a brief summary of the season’s events and he thanked volunteers and members for their invaluable work during the year.

Scoota Donovan is once again club champion, having shot a superb final round of two under 70, to defeat captain Jed by a couple of shots.

B grade champion and winner of the Bernie Stevens memorial trophy, is president Dale Smith, who’s had a pretty good season overall, so he was a fitting winner of his old mate’s trophy.

Dale also won the medal of medalists.

The C grade champion is Bill Eddy.

Bill has been a member for 42 years and was very excited to receive the winner’s trophy.

Captain’s trophy for the best nett score overall for the championships was won

by Danny Neville.

Junior club championship winner was Campbell Smith

and Saturday morning junior championship was won

by Owen Smith.

Our season has officially come to an end, however, we will continue to play Juniors and Seniors on Saturdays if there’s enough interest and hopefully a twilight competition as well.

The juniors gather at the club at 9.30am for 9.45am hit off.

The entry is $2 and we welcome any youngsters who would like to come and try.

For afternoon golf, we assemble around 11.45 am for 12 pm hit off and everyone is welcome to join us.

Finally, a reminder to all of the AGM, commencing at 7.30pm tonight.

Good golfing.

STRATHBOGIE GOLF CLUB

By KRISTEN MOORE STROKE was played on Saturday, October 14 at Strathbogie Golf Club, it was the third round of championships and monthly medal as well.

Winner of the day and monthly medal was Chris Bennett with a net 76.

A lineballs were won by Peter Boyd with a net 78, Phil Raftery with a net 78 and Mick Dixey with a net 79.

Nearest the pins winner on the forth and 15th John Moore and on the 17th Kerry Hewlett.

Men’s drive and pitch was won by David Kennett.

Ladies drive and pitch was won by Kerry Hewlett.

Putting was won by Chris Bennett with 26 putts.

Next week we are stableford and Peter Smith is on Duty.

On Monday, November 6 we are holding a stableford competition 10.30am assembly for 11am hit off.

There will a barbecue luncheon with golf.

The price for playing golf and lunch is $20 for members, $30 for non club members and if you would just like to come for lunch its $20 for adults and under 13 it is $10.

NAGAMBIE MID-WEEK GOLF

By KARYN THOMPSON NAGAMBIE’S mid-week golf enthusiasts recently showcased their skills and resilience in a series of engaging matches, displaying a passion for the sport that remains undeterred by any challenges.

From battling inclement weather to competing in stroke and par rounds, the players demonstrated unwavering dedication and sportsmanship throughout the competitions.

The week of October 4 began with unfortunate weather conditions leading to the cancellation of the day’s competition, leaving the players eagerly anticipating their next opportunity to tee off.

However, the spirits remained high as the golfers gathered on October 5 for the mixed nine hole competition, bringing their A-game to the stroke round.

Dave Love emerged as the standout performer, securing victory with an impres-

Saturday, October 28 and 27-hole stroke to top off the weekend on Sunday, October 29.

TENNIS

AVENEL CHAMPIONS FOR 2023: (From left) Bill Eddy - C Grade winner, Campbell Smith Junior Champion, Stephen Donovan - Club Champion, Owen Smith - Sat Morning Junior Champion and Dale Smith - B Grade Champion. sive net score of 36.5.

Terry Lewis and Shaun Bryant also exhibited exceptional skill, claiming the nearest the pin spots on the 13th and 16th, respectively.

As the days progressed, the competition intensified on October 11, marked by an exhilarating stroke round that determined the monthly medal winners.

Monica Hurley’s outstanding performance in A and B grades not only earned her the monthly medal and the Seymour Club Voucher but also garnered admiration for her remarkable net score of 68. In a parallel event, Ronda Richards emerged victorious in the C Grade category with an equally commendable net score of 88. Deirdre Kleinig and Jane Bow shone bright, clinching the nearest the pin titles on the third and 16th, respectively.

The momentum continued on October 12 during the mixed 9 Hole competition, witnessing an impressive turnout of 20 players ready to tackle the par round.

Dave Love’s exceptional form persisted, securing the lead with a remarkable score of plus four and claiming both nearest the pin positions on the third and eighth holes.

Mick Bates also displayed admirable skill, securing the Runner-up position.

These results not only reflect the players’ unwavering passion for the sport but also highlight the camaraderie and competitive spirit that define Nagambie’s mid-week golf community.

NAGAMBIE GOLF CLUB

By DAVID LOVE THE Nagambie members and visitors turnout in big numbers to contest a stroke event as well as the gold medal playoff for the 12 qualifiers, it was typical spring weather with a windcheater required to be put on and off multiple times throughout the round.

Unlike previous weeks good scores were returned with the days winner Greg Whiteman belting out a 9120-71 to beat playing partner Des Phelan on countback Phelan carded a 87-16-71.

Whiteman’s return to form is attributed to the return of his vision after some months of treatment to cure an eye condition, being able to see the ball was of great benefit to the crafty ball striker, for runner up Des Phelan it was also his first time in a while

near the top of the leaderboard with both players spurring one another along.

Third overall was the in form man from throughout the year Rhys Shepherd producing a solid 92-20-72, but the big winner was the big President Jeff Lodding finishing fourth on countback but doing enough to win the 2023 gold medal with a 9725-72 in accepting his gold medal Lodding was heard saying, “it can go into the draw with the rest of them,” he said.

The nearest to the pins went to Des Phelan pounding away on the third, Michael Sloan finding the green with an iron from the blue markers on the eighth, the return of Nathan Wilson netted him a ball on the 13th and Peter Davies amazing everyone including himself with a superb strike into the 16th.

Next week’s golf will be a Par event with D Love on office duty and B Leviston in the bar.

EUROA GOLF CLUB

By RICHARD JOHNSON ONE hundred rounds of competition golf spread over three days of events were enjoyed by Euroa Golf Club members.

All of those who played benefitted from the many hours of volunteer efforts of the club members who have put in an enormous amount of work preparing the course to host the Power Industries Association three day event which will bring up to 150 players and visitors to the course from October 19–22.

Twenty-three men played the stableford event on Wednesday, October 11 which was won by Pete McMahon with a big score of 40 points which will see him back on to a single figure handicap.

The hot and cold golfer Mick Keeley was also hot with 37 while Ian Sutherland continued his good form with 36 points.

Glen McMartin was the best in the Friday Twilight event with 20 points from his handicap of two, just one point in front of the consistent Dale McIntosh on 19.

Ed Carracher and Keith Seeber rounded out the ball winners both on 18.

Saturday saw the last round of the Castle Creek Golf League Teams event played over the winter and spring with 10 rounds completed.

In what turned out a very close finish Erica Mercer’s Green Stars Team comprising Erica, Geoff Vincent, Lucas Paul, and Dale McIntosh just pipping Gail Allen’s Diamonds in the Rough team.

Gaz Ritchie had a very good 37 points in the last round, but it wasn’t enough to lift his Rich Tea Tigers Team off the bottom of the ladder.

The event brought much fun and banter to the club house and will be repeated again with a summer series.

In the meantime the elaborate Long Neck Goose crystal trophy will adorn the mantle piece at Wagra Creek.

Great to see 20 ladies in the Saturday field when Lish Boadle had the round of the day to take Division two with 39 points while Lorraine Ellis took out Division one with 35 points.

Deb Cox also had a good day with 37 points.

Mandy Edwards and Gail Allen collected the Drive and Pitches.

Fourty-nine men turned out in two divisions.

Good to see a young up and coming star Lachey Robinson have a big win with 42 points in division two while a countback separated Owen Robertson as winner over Gaz Ritchie with 37 points in division one.

Balls down the line went to Paul Robinson and Laurie McMartin, both on 36 in division one while in Division two K Dell had a tidy 39 in front of Andrew Cullen on 37. Andrew is playing some nice golf in his return from a long injury break.

It was also good to see some young members including Tim Cullen collect a Nearest the Pin on 15 which is no easy task and Sam Mills played his first competition round from a handicap of just 18 which is quite an achievement for a junior member.

Lucas Paul took home most of the money with the only two ball win for the day.

Stableford Wednesday before the members events are suspended while we host the PIA. There’s plenty of golf to be played with GV Vets on October 23, while on Thursday, October 26 we host Dalhousie Veterans.

The Euroa Tournament has a mixed Pinehurst on Friday, October 27 followed by a four ball Par event on

By CAROLINE KEENAN AFTER kicking off the season at home last week when all teams played at Euroa, the courts were empty this week with every team playing away.

It was a round of mixed results for the traveling teams with three wins and four defeats.

Longwood Lawn was on the winning side of the ledger this week against Benalla Lawn.

Molly Redfern was a stand-out, winning all three matches to help her side get over the line in a tight contest.

The final score was 61-54.

Strathbogie continued its winning form from last week with a victory over Moglonemby.

A couple of very one-side rubbers meant Marlene Hanrahan’s side went down 48 to 61, despite winning four rubbers.

Michael Nolan had a great day to win all three of his matches.

It was also a tough day for Gooram which went down 45-67 to Benalla Lawn Green.

Bob Furphy worked hard all day to keep his side in the mix, winning two rubbers with Josh Higgins and Dan Flack and being pipped at the post in a tie-breaker with Gayle Furphy.

Terip Terip got back on the winners’ list after toppling Euroa Lawn by the slimmest of margins.

Marja Wondergem had a sensational afternoon and conceded only four games to keep her side in it but it wasn’t quite enough with Terip Terip winning 51-50.

Reigning champions St Paul’s kept its season track with a win over Gardens Gold.

Again, best and fairest winner Sarah Ternes played her heart out to win all three rubbers, as did Rosie Cameron.

The final score was 59-54.

In division two St Paul’s went down in a heart-breakingly close contest with Violet Town.

Lisa Krepp’s one-sided rubbers proved crucial to keep the reigning champions in the contest but it wasn’t quite enough with St Paul’s going down 55-56.

Longwood Lawn notched up its first win for the season over Gardens Royal with the ladies having a strong afternoon at Benalla.

Maddie Andrews and Erin Durkin both won all three rubbers.

The final score was 61-51.

While, Avenel White, strengthened by a number of former section one players, is firming as the team to beat after a strong win over the ultra-consistent Swanpool.

Murray Lowis and Jackie Drayton both won all their matches.

The final score was 63-49.

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Local Cricket Flashback: October 14, 1967

By JOHN GILBERT THE local cricket scene saw a spectacular clash of titans as Wanderers’ batsman and celebrated local hero, Dick O’Bree, left a lasting mark in the derby against Euroa.

O’Bree’s explosive batting style manifested in a swift century, amassing an impressive 101 runs, including a remarkable tally of five sixes.

His outstanding performance was a prelude to his successive Maygar Bat wins in the 1967/68 and 1968/69 seasons, solidifying his status as a powerhouse in the local cricket circuit.

On the same eventful day, the revered Tamleugh Champion, Jack Gibbs, proved his enduring prowess with a magnificent century against Violet Town at the Shadforth Oval. Remarkably, Gibbs’s 102 runs were punctuated by a solitary boundary, highlighting his unparalleled finesse and precision on the pitch.

However, Gibbs faced the formidable challenge of contending with the young, fiery pace bowler, Dick McNair, who made an impact with a stellar performance, claiming five wickets for 56 runs off 20 overs.

Gibbs, a stalwart of Tamleugh since the 1940s, had earlier showcased his exceptional skill, securing the prestigious Maygar

Bat accolade in the seasons of 1948/49, 1950/51, and 1952/53, cementing his legacy as an indispensable force in the cricketing history of the region.

The rich tapestry of local cricket history resonates through the contrasting styles and enduring legacies of these two exceptional players, leaving an indelible imprint on the hearts of cricket enthusiasts for generations to come.

Extracted from ‘100 Years of Euroa and District Cricket – 19042007’ by John Gilbert, these legendary tales serve as timeless reminders of the unmatched spirit and passion that have defined the legacy of cricket in the Euroa and District region.

MASTER BLASTER::The explosive brilliance of batsman Dick O’Bree.

LEGENDARY SCORER: Century making prowess of batsman Jack Gibb.

EFNC Corridollar winners 2023 1: 3rd June-144 Jack Frewen 2: 3rd June-46 Graeme Hewlett 3: 3rd June-209 Gus Varley 4: 3rd June-162 Will Hayes 5: 3rd June-199 Libby & Hixy 6: 3rd June-100 Graeme Thomson 7: 3rd June-175 Jett Trotter 8: 3rd June-31 Brian Bamford 9: 8th June-88 Michael Tehan 10: 15th June -1MMK team 11: 22nd June-178 Harrison Jarvie 12: 6th July-61 Musgrove & Farmilo 13: 13th July-27 Scott Rowan 14: 20th July-52 Barb Putamorsi 15: 27th July-81Rod and Kerri Newnham 16: 3rd August-136 RB Sellars 17: 17th August-6 Scott Watson 18: 24th August-4 Dave Gleeson Major Prizes -Drawn August 31st 1 - $2000 Burtons; $1000 Flooring

by Thomsons; $500 Home Hardware 169 Andrew Smith 2 - $1500 Burtons-127 Watson Family 3 - $1000 Home Hardware-11 Will Hayes 4 - $500 BP voucher-60 Burton’s Supermarkets 5 - $300 BP voucher-87 John & Lou Frewen 6 - $200 BP voucher-86 BJ Allen Property Pty Ltd.

EFNC celebrates a brilliant season ■ From back page

B Grade: Best & Fairest – Kelly Hill (Donated

by Life Members) Runners Up Best & Fairest – Caitlyn Elliott Coaches Award – Molly Redfern Milestone games were awarded throughout the night to netballers and footballers for 2023.

Milestones 50 games: Sophie Owen, Bree Poole, Lily Meehan, Chloe Salter, Laura Frewen, Mimi Hamilton, Abbie Ellis 100 games: Sarah Ternes, Caitlyn Elliott, Grace Warnock 150 games: Eliza Hoare 200 games: Tylah Marchbank 300 games: Kelly Hill 350 games: Megan O’Bree Football Milestones 50 Senior games: Nate Stewart, Adam Giobbi, Lachie Hill 50 Reserves games: Brodie Asquith, Ash Hobbs 150 Senior games: Matthew Ivill Further club awards for season 2023 were made with acknowledgements to the many volunteers (trainers, runners, timekeepers, team managers, football/netball managers, assistant coaches, water carriers, goal umpires, gate attendants, hot dog vendors, hill bar staff, main bar manager, barbecue staff, match report authors.

This section of the evening also saw the coveted Best Club-Person award for season 2023 - this went to a quiet achiever whose work behind the scenes has been so wonderful, for many years now - Felicity Watson was awarded this recognition for her tireless efforts in all things netball match day management, netball changeroom upkeep, netball court upkeep, overall facility maintenance and so on.

The Basil Bruce ‘Spirit of Magpie’ award for unwavering

EMERGING TALENT: Justin Bjorksten, Jye Bjorksten and Lauren Bjorksten presenting the Ryley Bjorksten Rising Star Award to Ryan Hill. volunteerism for a number of years was awarded to Sally Redfern (match report coordinator, match report contributor, Thursday night dinner crew, gate attendant) and Shane Thomson (bar manager, EMOCOM leadership) for their ongoing support of the club.

A run-down of the Reserves football season was given by coach Linc McKernan with, as always, some entertaining comments - hopefully in 2024 Linc can take the boys deeper into the finals.

Award winners in this grade were: Best & Fairest – Craig Bamford (Donated by Life Members) Runner Up Best & Fairest – Robbie Wilson Henry & Lorraine Billman Award – Craig Bamford (Donated by Life Members) Best Team Man – Mitch Penman Most Consistent – Declan Redfern Coaches Award – Nic Hill The senior XVIII football were next.

Scott Rowan gave a short run down of the 2023 season and thanked all for the opportunity to coach at the club for several years.

Indeed, many award winners and club officials publicly thanked Scott for his efforts across this time and

the way in which he steps away from the role with the club in wonderful shape.

Incumbent Ryan Pendlebury is stepping onto a solid platform.

Winners this year: Best & Fairest – Will Hayes (Donated by Life Members) Runners Up Best & Fairest – Jacob Gleeson Mick Peel Award – Will Hayes (Donated by Life Members) Most Consistent – Jett Trotter Most Determined – Nate Trotter Coaches Award – Lachie Hill Ryley Bjorksten Rising Star Award – Ryan Hill (Donated by Lauren, Justin and Jye) A Grade were last to present their awards. Coach Ellie Warnock re-capped a highly successful season with the side finishing minor premiers (the club believes this is a first for this grade) and ultimately getting to the grand final yet unfortunately not winning on the day.

With the re-signing of Ellie for 2024 and a confirmation in the coming weeks of all remaining coaching appointments for 2024, things continue to look promising.

Best & Fairest – Tylah Marchbank (Donated by Life Members) Runners Up Best & Fairest – Kellie Davidson Coaches Award – Eliza Hoare A big thank you to all who helped around the club in 2023 either on the committee, the oval or court or behind the scenes.

The Club doesn’t function without volunteers, and we are lucky to have some of the best in the GVL. On that note, please mark in your calendars the AGM which is set for Monday, November 27, at 7pm at Memorial Oval social rooms.

Nomination forms for the 2024 EFNC Committee are available from the office at Burton’s IGA in Euroa.

NETBALL ELITE:: Ellie Wallock hailed as the Netball Coach of the Year by GVFL, alongside Eliza Hoare’s dedication, Kellie Davidson’s exceptional performances and Tylah Marchbank’s impressive achievements, marking their stellar contributions to A grade netball.

SHINING BRIGHT: Applauding Mitch Penman’s teamwork, Declan Redfern’s consistent performance, Nic Hill’s exceptional dedication and Robbie Wilson’s goal-scoring prowess.

PHOTOS: Raelee Jager

FOOTBALL FAME: Celebrating the achievements of Jacob Gleeson as the Runner-up Best and Fairest, Will Hayes for securing the Best and Fairest and Mick Peel Award.

Ryan Hill for the Ryley Bjorksten Rising Star Award.

RECOGNISING COMMITMENTS: Commending Sally Redfern and Shane Thompson for their unwavering dedication and support, as they receive the prestigious Basil Bruce Spirit of Magpie Award.

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CHAMPIONS OF THE 18s: Under 18s team shines bright with their outstanding achievements. Congratulations to Mitchell Walters, Cade Miller, Bailey Allen, Will Creevey and Brodie Hamill for their remarkable performances.

PHOTOS: Raelee Jager

SUPERSTARS OF NETBALL: A big applause for Chloe Townsend, Tess Walker and Ruby Watson, shining bright in the Under 17s netball category.

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By SCOTT WATSON THE Euroa Football Netball Club wrapped up the 2023 season with the presentation night on Friday.

President Scott Watson welcomed all to the evening and outlined the format for the night.

With over 100 in attendance and quite a number of apologies received from players, their families, supporters, members and sponsors the club is in great shape for the 2024 year.

Thank you to all attended and supported the club through 2023.

The under 18 football team had their votes counted next with the results as follows: Best & Fairest – Will Creevey (Donated by Life Members) Runner Best & Fairest – Mitchell Walters David Mills Award – Will Creevey (Donated by Mills Family) Most Consistent – Brodie Hamill

STAR PLAYER: Under 15s netball talent Jade Raleigh receives the well-deserved Coaches Award.

Best Team Man (David Currie Memorial) – Dublin Anderson Most Improved – Ned Ivill Rising Star Award – Caid Miller Coaches Award – Bailey Allen & Tynan Cummins The club wishes to acknowledge the many sponsors and trophy donors that help support the individual honours across the three grades of football and five grades of netball throughout the night.

The club wishes to thank

all who have contributed in this regard.

Four of the netball grades were then counted – EFNC had another successful year on the netball court and it was great to see such a large number of players attending the night.

15 and under girls trophies were presented by Coach Kelly Hill: Best & Fairest – Marnie Salter (Donated by Life Members) Runners Up Best & Fairest – Irish Anderson

EXCELLENCE ON DISPLAY: In the B Reserve category, Hannah Kubeil and Tej Sutherland with Demi Walker securing the well-deserved Best and Fairest title.

Coaches Award – Jade Raleigh Most Improved – Ruby Fowler 17 and under coach Alita White then spoke of this team’s season with awards as follows: Best & Fairest – Tess Walker (Donated by Life Members) Runners Up Best & Fairest – Ruby Watson Coaches Award – Tess Walker and Chloe Townsend Most Improved – Charlotte Palmer

B Reserve and B grade teams had a short run down of their season by Sophie Owen and Eliza Hoare (B Reserve co-coaches) and Kellie Davidson (B grade coach) with trophies presented to the following players: B Reserve: Best & Fairest – Demi Walker (Donated by Life Members) Runners Up Best & Fairest – Hannah Kubeil Coaches Award – Tejuan Sutherland ■ Continued page 23

LEGACY HONOURED: Celebrating the remarkable milestones of Molly Redfern and Sarah Ternes, while applauding Kelly Hill and Megan O’Bree for their incredible dedication.