Euroa Gazette 190723

Incorporating the Nagambie Times and Violet Town Sentinel

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Weatherald to return as the new councillor for the shire

ROBIN Weatherald has been elected as a Strathbogie

Shire councillor once again following a countback conducted by the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) last week, which was triggered by the resignation of former councillor Dave Andrews.

The two remaining candidates in the running to fill the Lake Nagambie ward vacancy were Paul Ayton

BY DARREN CHAITMAN dchaitman@ nemedia.com.au

and Mr Weatherald.

Mr Ayton was the successful candidate in the countback on Wednesday, July 12, with more votes than Mr Weatherald, but he was not elected because he did not return a written declaration to the VEC

stating he was still qualified to be a councillor, which is a requirement of the Local Government Act 2020. This made Mr Weatherald the only remaining eligible candidate from the October 2020 general election.

The VEC’s distribution report from the September 2021 countback for the Nagambie ward, which was triggered by the resignation of Melanie Likos, shows

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Mr Ayton with 508 first preference votes compared to Mr Weatherald’s 244 first preference votes.

Mr Ayton, who in May became the CEO of Master Builders Insurance Brokers and is the chair of council’s audit and risk committee, did not respond to a request for comment from The Euroa Gazette.

Mr Weatherald was asked by the VEC on Friday to

return a written declaration stating he was qualified to be a councillor, which he did on the same day.

He was then declared elected on Monday this week, which was his 84th birthday.

He is the fourth councillor to have been elected to represent the Nagambie ward during this term of council, with Ms Likos and Mr Andrews having resigned

from the ward, and Cr Reg Dickinson continuing to serve as a councillor for the ward.

Mr Weatherald served as a Strathbogie Shire councillor from 2003-2008 and again from 2012-2016, representing several wards, and also served as a Shire of Euroa councillor before the Shire of Strathbogie was formed in 1994.

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THE kelpie is officially the most popular dog breed in the Strathbogie Shire, data from Central Animal Records has revealed. Pictured is Euroa’s Glenn Withers with his two-year-old kelpie, Jack.

PHOTO: Dale Mann ■ Read the full story on page 5.

Help Ashleigh get to Birmingham

AshleighisraisingfundsforhertripinAugust,whereshe’llplayblindcricketforAustralia

ASHLEIGH Malone, the daughter of Euroa’s Christine and Peter Malone, will be stationed outside Burton’s IGA & Liquor on Friday to raise funds for her trip to Birmingham in August, where she will play blind cricket for Australia.

Ashleigh is one of three Victorian girls who will compete in the first ever blind cricket female team to compete for Australia on the world stage.

She and her mother Christine will be outside Burton’s from about 10am-4pm, near the carpark on the Kirkland Avenue side, raising funds for herself and the two other Victorian girls in the team, Ingrid McKenna and Tess Whelan.

While their flights and accommodation will be partially funded, the athletes are required to pay the remainder, as well as fund their own training camps, equipment and weekly training costs.

The fundraising effort, which has a goal of $9000 ($3000 per athlete), seeks to minimise the financial burden placed on the athletes to compete for Australia.

At the stall outside Burton’s, Ashleigh will bring along blackout goggles for children and other community members to try on.

Blackout goggles are used by some blind cricketers,

and are also used by sighted cricketers to simulate blindness when playing against blind cricketers in a training setting.

She will also bring along a blind cricket ball, which has bearings inside that make a rattling sound, allowing players to hear where it is.

In August, Ashleigh’s team will compete against the English and Indian women’s blind cricket teams in the International Blind Sporting Association (IBSA) World Games.

She told The Euroa Gazette in May she was “super excited” to play for her country.

She explained blind cricketers bowl underarm, not overarm, using a hard plastic ball that does not bounce like a regular cricket ball –this makes sweeping a bigger part of the game.

She said communication is even more important in blind cricket than in regular cricket.

“You’re communicating with each other, you’re communicating with your keeper and about what the batter is doing – whether they’re taking a run, whether there’s an opportunity to run out,” she said.

LONGTIME CRICKETER: Ashleigh in India in 2014, where she played for Australia in the mixed gender blind cricket team. She was the second ever woman to play blind cricket for Australia.

Weatherald says he wants to focus on transparency and cohesiveness

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The retired businessman’s time as a Strathbogie Shire councillor was one of controversy, as he frequently put forward controversial ideas and motions that at times put him at odds with his council colleagues.

In 2015, The Euroa Gazette reported his controversial conduct led two of his fellow councillors to request he undergo a mental health evaluation, but the evaluation found he was “completely sane”, in Mr Weatherald’s words.

“It seems to be universally agreed that the shire is in a stage where its future existence is seriously questioned,” he told The Euroa Gazette on Monday.

His remark referred to the prospect the municipal monitor overseeing the council could recommend terminating the employment of all councillors next month.

“The most important job that I will do after looking after the Nagambie community and servicing their needs is to work closely with the

current council to give the local government monitor a clear indication that the Shire of Strathbogie has become a cohesive unit and will work to impress and achieve solid results that are visible to the community,” he continued.

Mr Weatherald said stepping back into the role of councillor after several years would be challenging.

“It’ll be very, very difficult and challenging – I’m under no illusions that the task is probably bigger than I expect,” he said.

“But the community and the risk of not having an election for six years would push me towards modifying my desires and ideas to ensuring that the cohesiveness and the working capacity of the shire as a cohesive, transparent, governmental body of people looking after the community is the only and top priority.”

Later on Monday, Mr Weatherald attended an online meeting over Microsoft Teams in which the VEC declared the election result.

Also in attendance were

VEC election manager Susan Thompson, Strathbogie Shire Council CEO Julie Salomon and four other council officers.

Ms Salomon welcomed Mr Weatherald on behalf of the council’s administration and

officers, wishing him a happy birthday and saying officers would work diligently to support him in his role as councillor.

Addressing the meeting attendees, Mr Weatherald said he will “need to put aside past grievances” to work with

the shire to demonstrate to the municipal monitor that the council is a comprehensive, functioning unit.

“It is something I will have to work very hard on, as I have a past history that is not at all helpful,” he said.

PREPARED FOR A CHALLENGE: Former councillor Robin Weatherald has been elected to council again after the VEC’s countback last week, triggered by the resignation of Dave Andrews. “It’ll be very, very difficult and challenging,” he said.

PROUD MUM: Ashleigh Malone (left) with her proud mum Christine at Mely & Me in Euroa in May, shortly after she was selected to play for Australia’s first ever female blind cricket team.

PHOTO: Darren Chaitman

Could a new brand for Euroa boost tourism?

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By DARREN CHAITMAN

EUROA is set to say farewell to the blue “Village by the Ranges” signs dotted around town, following council’s funding of a community-led project to update the town’s brand. Through council’s Pitch My Project initiative, $50,000 was allocated for the Euroa Branding Project in response to a pitch submitted by the Euroa Chamber of Commerce, which had input from the Euroa Community Action Group (ECAG) and DESIGNEuroa.

But Euroa Chamber of Commerce president Steph Swift said ditching the old slogan is only one part of the project, which aims to attract tourists and promote commercial growth in the town.

Ms Swift said in addition to a new slogan and brand imagery, other outputs will include better wayfinding signage and brand guidelines local businesses can share.

“There’s updating the ‘Village by the Ranges’ slogan and there’s also the need for signage in and around town,” she said.

“For instance at Travelers Rest, they see such a high number of volume of visitors and we hear all the time that the main street [Binney Street] in the main part of Euroa misses out on so much traffic because a lot of people think that Kirkland Avenue, when they’re visiting, is the main street.”

She said “nice and neat” wayfinding signage at the town’s electric vehicle charging stations and other locations could direct visitors to Binney Street, where local businesses would capture more of the tourist market.

Jim Gall, who worked with the Euroa Chamber of Commerce on the project submission, said a strong, single brand for promoting the area will help local businesses.

Mr Gall lives on a farm near Euroa, owns Faithfulls Creek on Railway Street and last year resigned from the role of CEO at Clemenger BBDO Melbourne Group, the Melbourne branch of one of Australia’s largest marketing companies.

“Having a career in advertising and marketing, one thing that struck me is there wasn’t any clear, distinctive and differentiated brand for Euroa and its surrounding districts,” he said.

“We’ve wavered over time –we’ve been the capital of the three VC winners, we’ve been the thoroughbred capital of Victoria, we’ve been rivers and mountains and the foothills of the Strathbogies, but we’ve never been consistent.

“I think there’s real progress occurring in respect to the restaurants, to accommodation, to the B&Bs that have opened up.

“We’ve seen in our business the tourism economy is really strong, and I think it can only get stronger with one single consistent, distinctive brand for the region to attract tourists and commerce to the area.”

But so far, not everyone in the community is on board with the project – on a Facebook post in May promoting the Euroa Branding Project’s Pitch My Project submission, supportive comments were outnumbered by critical comments.

“Wasting more money on signs,” one comment read.

“Rebranding costs a small fortune but we have homeless and potholes that don’t get fixed properly,” another comment read.

However, Mr Gall stressed there is more to the project than just a “rebrand” – he said an important part of the project will be consulting community members and local businesses to understand what is distinctive and special about Euroa.

“We all have different views on what is good for the area because of our own interests, but this is very much about, ‘what is Euroa great at?’ and ‘why should people visit here?’,” he said.

Mr Gall expects to sit on a working group with Chamber of Commerce representatives and other community members, who will work alongside council to direct an external organisation to undertake consultative research

and develop the new brand.

Ms Swift said the “Village by the Ranges” slogan was unpopular even at the time it was introduced.

“I reckon I would have been in my early teens when it happened and as soon as it got put up, I remember listening to conversations that dad was having, or just different businesses and community members, saying, ‘we’re not a village, why are we being branded as a village?’” she said.

Former Strathbogie Shire councillor Graeme “Mick” Williams said council was involved in developing the “Village by the Ranges” tagline and branding some time during the 2000s.

Mr Williams said he recalls there was a forum on Binney Street in front of Burton’s supermarket, where community members responded to a paper survey pasted to a wall asking if they supported the new brand and tagline.

“They had an opportunity to give their opinion whether they were for it or against it, so coun-

BLUE GUM: Services Australia’s Mobile Service Centre, “Blue Gum”, will visit Euroa and Nagambie next week, helping locals access government services.

Mobile service centre in shire next week

SERVICES Australia’s Mobile Service Centre, “Blue Gum”, will visit Euroa and Nagambie next week, helping locals access government services.

It will be in Nagambie on Monday, July 24 at the Centre car parking area, High Street from 9am-4pm, and in Euroa on Tuesday, July 25, near Burtons IGA in Brock Street, Euroa from 9.30am-4pm.

Staff on board the 20-tonne truck trip can help with Centrelink claims, Medicare registrations and accessing online government services.

Information about National Disability Insurance Scheme and Department of Veterans’ Affairs programs and support services will also be available.

For more information, including stopping times throughout the Hume region, go to servicesaustralia.gov.au/mobileoffice.

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cil didn’t just do it off their own bat,” he said.

“The [new brand] was supported by nearly all the community.”

An article published by The Euroa Gazette in June 2009 reported that ECAG was responsible for erecting new “Village by the Ranges” signs at Burton’s Bridge and showed former ECAG president Neville Harris pictured with one of the signs.

Mr Harris said ECAG might have erected the signs, but he does not recall ECAG having input into the tagline or artwork.

“I know it’s been a bit controversial,” he said.

“Some people have been trying to run a campaign ever since to get rid of the word ‘village’, because they think it belittles the town.”

Heather Bamford, who was ECAG secretary at the time when Mr Harris was president, said the term ‘village’ suggests a smaller sized locality than Euroa, which is a town.

“Village is a misnomer – we don’t really have villages here in Australia,” Ms Bamford said.

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GALL TO GIVE HIS ALL: Faithfulls Creek owner Jim Gall, who until recently was the CEO of the Melbourne branch of one of Australia’s biggest marketing companies, is also involved in the project.

PHOTO: Darren Chaitman

SWIFT CHANGE IS COMING: Euroa Chamber of Commerce president Steph Swift is involved in a project that will see Euroa get a new brand.

PHOTO: Darren Chaitman

VILLAGE NO MORE: An article in The Euroa Gazette in June 2009 showed former ECAG president Neville Harris pictured with one of the new “Village by the Ranges” signs at Burton’s Bridge. Mr Harris does not recall ECAG having input into the tagline or artwork.

Extraordinary Council Meeting

An Extraordinary Meeting of Strathbogie Shire Council is scheduled be held on Tuesday 25 July 2023, commencing at 2pm at the Euroa Community Conference Centre, 1b Bury Street, Euroa.

Business:

Good Governance

Adoption

The gallery will be open to the public.

The meeting will be livestreamed at www. strathbogie.vic.gov.au and we encourage community members to watch the meeting via this option.

The agenda for this meeting will be available on Council’s website by close of business the Friday prior to the meeting. Hardcopies of the Agenda will no longer be available, however, a limited number of on hand for public use at the meeting.

Community Grants applications now open

Strathbogie Shire Council has updated its community grants program to better deliver outcomes for the community.

The grant amount has doubled to $10,000 and Council has simplified processes for application and administration.

There are now three funding opportunities for community groups and an events funding stream.

Groups will now be able to apply for Community Strengthening Grants of up to $10,000.

The $1000 Quick Response Grants will the CEO ensuring they are quick and accessible.

The funding pool for Event Grants has increased from $30,000 annually to $50,000, with event organiser able to apply for up to $5000.

Timelines:

Community Strengthening Grant: June 26 to August 7, 2023

Community Conversations Grants: June 26 to July 24, 2023

Event Grants: Open on June 26, 2023, and remain open for the financial year or until funds are expended.

Quick Response Grant: Open on July 1, 2023, and close May 31, 2024, or until funds are expended.

Harry’s Creek Road works

for an estimated period of three to six months. The lane reduction will occur between 470 Harry’s Creek Road and 556 Harry’s Creek Road.

The road has suffered from damage as a result of the October 2022 flooding event. Council discovered a sinkhole which requires Geotech investigations and subsequent monitoring and therefore the section of road must be reduced to one lane in order for this to take place. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, however, please note traffic management measures will be in place to ensure smooth navigation through the lane closure. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. For further information or inquiries, please 065 993.

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Environmental Health Officer. Full Time, 11% super. Applications close July 24, 2023.

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Applications close 9am, 31 July 2023. Visit www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au for further details and instructions on how to apply.

Strathbogie Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and a Child Safe organisation. We value diversity in our workplace and will consider flexible working arrangements.

Tenders

The following tenders are now open at Strathbogie Shire Council:

Provision of Internal Auditor to engage suitably qualified service providers for the delivery of internal audit services for a term of three years

Tenders received until 4pm AEST Wednesday 19 July 2023.

Provision of Consultancy for the Delivery of Nagambie Employment Precinct Economic Analysis quotations from suitably qualified and experienced consultants for the the Employment Investigation area identified within the Nagambie Growth Tenders received until 4pm AEST Wednesday 26 July 2023.

Supply and Install Solar Upgrade, Euroa Depot Facility suitably qualified professionals to tender

be completed within three months of commencement. Tenders received until 4pm AEST Wednesday 26 July 2023.

Decanting of Leachate Dam and Water Disposal, Violet Town invites licenced Contractors to quote for Transfer Station. Tenders received until 4pm AEST Wednesday July 26, 2023.

Consultancy for Delivery of Municipal Settlement Plan is seeking quotations from suitably qualified and experienced consultants for the development for a municipal wide Settlement Strategy and framework plan that sets a vision development of residential land for the next 20 years. Tenders received until 4pm AEST Wednesday 9 August, 2023.

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Waterways are costing ratepayers $150-$200k a year

By DARREN CHAITMAN

STRATHBOGIE Shire

Council has called for locals to support a campaign asking the State Government to provide funding to council to undertake a waterway management role.

Under the Marine Act 1988, Strathbogie Shire Council is the appointed waterway manager for the Goulburn River from Hughes Creek to Goulburn Weir including Lake Nagambie.

But at the council’s ordinary meeting in May, councillors voted to request full funding from Safe Transport Victoria (STV) to undertake the role as waterways manager and if funding is not secured, to consider exiting the service, effective October 1.

The meeting agenda stated managing the waterway costs ratepayers $150–$200k annually, while council receives no income from waterway patrolling activities.

Now council is seeking the community’s support in advocating to the State Government to fund the waterway management role, asking

locals to send letters to Minister for Outdoor Recreation Sonya Kilkenny and post “tiles” to social media in support of the campaign.

A pro-forma letter to Minister Kilkenny is available on the Strathbogie Shire Council website, along with instructions for how to email the letter to her office.

“Strathbogie Shire is a small rural shire with a limited number of ratepayers,” the letter reads.

“We need support from you, to ensure we continue to thrive, and our waterways continue to be a safe tourism drawcard to our region.”

Also on the Strathbogie Shire Council website are “tiles” (images) locals can download and post to social media with messages such as “Keep Lake Nagambie Safe for everyone to enjoy” and “It’s costing ratepayers $200,000 annually and it’s not council’s role”.

At the May ordinary council meeting, Cr Reg Dickinson said he had been a member of the waterway management committee for over two years.

“We‘re a bit of a toothless

tiger on this waterways committee – we have contracted out to a company that carries out regular inspections, cruises the waterways, but has no power to book anyone,” Cr Dickinson said.

According to the meeting agenda, council’s patrolling is undertaken in addition to patrols conducted by STV directly, Fisheries or Victoria Police.

The State Government now has just six weeks to provide funding for Strathbogie Shire Council to deliver the waterway management role before their potential exit of the service from October 1.

Funding for the waterway management role is not listed as one of council’s five advocacy priorities in its recently updated “Australian Government Advocacy Ask” document.

Council’s five priorities for state and Federal funding according to this document are, in brief: roads and bridges; the Greening Euroa Project; reliable power supply; equitable digital and telecommunications infrastructure; and nature based play space.

TOOTHLESS TIGER: Cr Reg Dickinson (pictured) has said council is a “toothless tiger” when it comes to its waterway management role, as council has the ability to undertake patrols but not to issue infringements.

PHOTO: Darren Chaitman

NOVELIST IN TOWN: Best-selling crime novelist Margaret Hickey presented her new book Broken Bay to an audience of 18 people at Euroa Library on Thursday last week. The charming author had the crowd hanging on her every word as she described how she constructs her murder mysteries.

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Treated wastewater release following wet weather

FULLY treated wastewater from Goulburn Valley Water’s Euroa, Seymour, Kilmore, Mansfield, Tatura and Kyabram wastewater management facilities will be released over coming weeks.

The wastewater storage lagoons at these locations are

reaching capacity, as a result of rainfall over the past couple of months.

Releases will occur as required at each system, into Castle Creek at Euroa, Seymour’s Back Creek, Kilmore Creek, Fords Creek Mansfield, Mosquito Depression/

Murray River Tatura, Coram drain/Yambuna Creek at Kyabram beginning from mid-July.

They are expected to be around one to four millilitres per day, depending on which waterway the release is happening at.

GVW’s Wastewater and Recycling Coordinator Stuart Harris said discharging excess fully treated wastewater from our storages helps to reduce any potential for uncontrolled overflows.

Mr Harris said releases will continue until climatic condi-

tions improve and irrigation can begin at the facilities.

The water being released has been fully treated and meets Class C standards.

GVW has informed the EPA of these releases and will monitor for any unexpected impacts on the environment.

Strict water quality monitoring processes remain in place to protect the health of local communities and environments.

If you have any questions, you can call GVW’s 24/7 customer service centre on 1800 454 500.

Kelpie is shire’s most popular dog

By DARREN CHAITMAN

IT is official: the kelpie is the most popular dog breed in the Strathbogie Shire. Data from Central Animal Records, an Australian microchip registry with over five million animals, shows the kelpie topping the list of most popular dog breeds in Strathbogie Shire postcodes covering the townships of Euroa, Strathbogie, Avenel, Longwood, Violet Town and Nagambie.

The kelpie is the fifth most popular dog breed in Victoria, with 103,016 registered in the Central Animal Records database.

The most popular breed in Victoria is the Staffordshire bull terrier (138,878), with the Jack Russell terrier in close second place (137,831), the Maltese in third place (133,232), and the Labrador in fourth place (105,923) just ahead of the kelpie.

The Jack Russell terrier is the second most popular dog breed in the postcodes of Euroa, Strathbogie, Avenel, Violet Town and Nagambie, but Longwood bucks the trend, where the Chihuahua is the second most popular dog breed (79 registered) and the Jack Russell trails in fourth place (32 registered) behind the Alaskan malamute (36 registered).

The Chihuahua is the fourth most popular dog breed in Nagambie’s postcode (130 registered), but does not make the top 10 list in the postcodes covering Euroa, Strathbogie, Avenel or Violet Town.

EIGHTH PLACE: Garda

Leangley’s four-year-old rescue dog Annie, pictured on Railway St, Euroa, is an Australian cattle dog. This breed is the eighth most popular in Euroa’s postcode.

Longwood’s postcode is the only one of the major townships where the Alaskan malamute appears in the top 10 list.

Euroa’s Bronwyn Starkey, a regular patron of the Euroa off-leash dog park, said she was not surprised to hear the kelpie is the shire’s top dog breed.

“They’re a great combination of pets and working dogs,” Ms Starkey said.

“Some traditional farmers used to say, ‘you can’t have a working dog as a pet’, but I think that’s changed over the years and lot more people do have that combined, especially with kelpies, because they’re smart and they’re friendly.”

Ms Starkey said she sees “such a range” of breeds at the dog park, with two of the most common she has no-

ticed being Jack Russells and fox terriers (the ninth most popular dog breed in Euroa, with 68 registered).

The breed of her own dog, the groodle, does not make the top 10 list in Euroa’s postcode but comes in at sixth place in Avenel’s postcode with 34 registered.

Euroa’s Jack Monte said he owns two kelpies because his partner Emily Crocker, who grew up on a farm, has a soft spot for the breed.

“They’re a pretty fun dogthey’re a bit challenging,” Mr Monte said.

“You’ve got to be active with a kelpie - you’ve got to walk them at least a couple of times a day, so they keep you active as well.”

Of the major townships, only Nagambie’s postcode features the cavoodle in its top 10 list, where it comes in at ninth place with 38 registered.

The cavoodle is the most popular dog breed in several wealthy inner-city Melbourne suburbs including Brighton, Camberwell, Caulfield, Hawthorn and South Yarra, and is the tenth most popular dog breed in Victoria with 53,041 registered.

Other notable outliers include the presence of the German Shorthaired Pointer (103 registered, third place) and the dingo (69 registered, fourth place) on the top 10 list for Violet Town’s postcode, while these breeds do not appear on the top 10 lists for the postcodes of other major townships in the shire.

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CRAZY FOR KELPIES: Euroa’s Jack Monte with two-year-old kelpie Jack (in front, owned by Glenn Withers) and nine-year-old kelpie Pippi (behind, owned by Caroline Crocker). Mr Monte also owns two kelpies of his own, Dotty and Squid (not pictured).

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State must act for regional communities

THE 2022 floods had disastrous impacts on regional communities and agricultural production.

Rainfall (Euroa Township)

RAINFALL for Euroa in the week until 9am Monday, July 17 included 0.6mm on July 10 and 1.0mm on July 11, totaling 1.6mm.

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The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has expressed its disappointment to the premier following Victoria’s decision not to take up funding to help local government rebuild infrastructure that farming communities depend on.

We have sought clarification from the government as to their reasons for not taking up the funding opportunity, and how the government intends to provide immediate assistance to flood impacted councils.

The VFF has held discussions with representatives from local government across northern Victoria who are desperately concerned by the lack of support being provided to them to fix critical infrastructure, such as the regional road network.

The Victorian Government’s inability to

provide funding to these councils will only further hamper and delay recovery.

This in turn places additional burdens on farmers and freight transporters, increasing their costs and impacting the affordability of food for the whole community.

Victorian farmers are crying out for the government to take action and deliver immediate and meaningful funding to the local government sector in the aftermath of the floods.

VFF

president Emma Germano

Farm safety week a timely reminder

THIS week is a timely reminder for primary producers to remain vigilant when it comes to farm safety and their health and wellbeing.

Having grown up on a berry, fruit and flower farm, I understand the multiple safety risks faced by primary producers and the vigilance needed to maintain health and wellbeing of farmers, their families,

employees, contractors and visitors.

Most farms are both a workplace and the family home.

Understanding the many risks and managing them is vital.

Being a farmer is more than an occupation, it’s a 24-hour, seven day a week commitment, performed in all weather and often alone in remote locations.

Our agriculture workers face many physical and mental pressures each and every day.

Statistics tell us that our farms are Australia’s most dangerous workplaces, last year 55 people tragically lost their life on a farm.

Farm machinery accidents involving tractors and quad bikes dominate the statistics, making up 40 per cent of all farm fatalities.

Given the importance of the work farmers do, promoting safety, assessing risk, identifying, and talking about the dangers of farm work is an important conversation worth having.

Nationals Member for Northern Victoria, Gaelle Broad

Euroa Music Festival to return in October

EUROA Music Festival will be back with its latest event “Flow” on the October 21.

The announcement follows the Euroa Music Festival team being awarded a much needed grant from the Victorian Government.

The grant was awarded through Music Victoria’s Live Music for Flood Recovery Program.

Local folk will remember the big rain event which created havoc for not only the town, but also for the organisers of the Euroa Music Festival.

After being unable to hold the event by the creek, the whole town pulled together, with organisers able to execute a superb event in the main street of Euroa, just aweek following the floods of 2022.

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SHARING HER EXPERIENCE: Mayor Binks introduced two speakers at Rural Councils Victoria’s RCV Forum 2023 last Friday. The speakers were Malcolm Lazenby and Gayle Hardie, the co-founders of Global Leadership Foundation, who earlier this month offered a leadership course in South Australia that Cr Binks attended.

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Mayor represents Strathbogie Shire at local government forum

By DARREN CHAITMAN

STRATHBOGIE Shire Council Mayor Laura Binks, along with more than 150 mayors, councillors and local government CEOs, were in Echuca on Friday for the Rural Councils Victoria’s RCV Forum 2023.

Two of the speakers at the event were Malcolm Lazenby and Gayle Hardie, the co-founders of Global Leadership Foundation, who earlier this month offered a leadership course in South Australia that Cr Binks attended.

Cr Binks, who is the deputy chair of RCV, gave a short speech at the forum introducing these two speakers.

“I just shared that I’ve worked with them in their course just this last weekend,” she told The Euroa Ga-

zette shortly after the forum.

“The theme of the forum was ‘doing things differently’ and I guess I was sharing about the opportunity for us to look at how we can lead differently as leaders in our communities.

“There’s the opportunity to lead differently and to lead with empathy and kindness.

“[Global Leadership Foundation] have done quite extensive work in the local government sector, working around raising the emotional health levels of communities to get greater outcomes in leadership –so, they have a long association with local government sector.”

Cr Binks said that following her introduction, Mr Lazenby and Ms Hardie gave a speech that covered themes including “above

the line” and “below the line” behaviours, looking at problems from several perspectives, listening without knowing and listening without judging.

Other speakers at the forum included Minister for Local Government and for Roads Melissa Horne, Victorian Nationals leader Peter Walsh, Shire of Campaspe Mayor Rob Amos, and the CEOs of councils including Golden Plains Shire, Mount Alexander Shire and Moyne Shire.

Cr Binks said Peter Walsh spoke about the parliamentary inquiry into cost shifting, which is “absolutely a hot topic in local government at the moment”.

“That opportunity to share that knowledge and to see what other councils are doing was really beneficial,” she said.

Aptly named “Flow”, this musical event will be presented by Euroa Music Festival and hosted by three very historic venues well known to Euroa locals and visitors alike.

The venues include Euroa: the Butter Factory, Nor thern Republic (the old Flour Mill) and Seven Creeks Hotel.

Festival director Adam Palmer the grant is a real boost for our not-for-profit group and the town.

“The 2022 flood really put the pressure on, and this funding will certainly help us get out of the mud and onto firmer ground,” Mr Palmer said.

“Planning is well underway and we can’t wait to showcase the amazing talent we have assembled for the 2023 event.”

The full line-up for 2023 has also been announced this morning, with dozens of acts from near and far joining Vaudeville Smash, who return to Euroa for the third consecutive year.

Joining Australia’s best party band are world champion rock underdogs The Fauves, who will be celebrating 35 years of making great Australian music.

The line-up also includes rising indie outfit from across the ditch Soaked Oats, the silky sounding soul band, The Meltdown, rising pop artist Woodes, and Melbourne’s loveable Cool Sounds.

Other hands in the line-up include: Gena Rose Bruce; Bones & Jones; Zoe Fox and the Rocket Clocks Folk Bitch Trio; Taylah Carroll; Zig Zag; Swim State; and Bad Ibis.

Mr Palmer said with a line-up like this, the event is set to be another classic Euroa Music Festival success story.

Tickets go on sale tomorrow (Thursday, July 20) with early bird specials and a special deal for locals.

Head to euroamusicfestival.com for all the details.

Dale Mann PHOTOGRAPHER Nick McCabe SPORT EDITORIAL

PHOTO: Rebecca Pilgrim

Euroa’s $584,000 truck wash set to change game

By DARREN CHAITMAN

SOME $584,000 was allocated in council’s 2023/24 budget for a new truck wash that is being touted as a game changer for livestock carriers and transport businesses that pass through the area.

Community members of a truck wash committee say the relocation of the current truck wash at the Euroa Saleyards, which is listed in council’s budget as a capital works expense, will result in a larger, more useful washing facility.

Nutrien Euroa branch manager Russell Mawson, who is a member of both the truck wash committee and the Euroa Saleyards committee of management, said the new double bay drive-through truck wash will be able to accommodate “B triple” size trucks.

Mr Mawson said users of the current truck wash need to spend a “long, long time” backing their trucks in, but the new truck wash will remove this burden by allowing trucks to drive through and for two trucks to be parked beside one another.

“It’s like going from a T Model Ford to a brand new Lexus,” he said.

“It’s faster, it’s more modern, it’s not going to have the blockages that the old machine would have.

The payment system will also be modernised – instead of a coin slot like the one in place now, payment will be “all electronic”.

Mr Mawson said users will receive a data key from council

to claim the wash off their taxes.

He said Euroa will be the first town out of Melbourne on the Hume Freeway to have a high quality truck wash.

Dene Burls, who operates five livestock trucks out of Euroa as the owner of Burls Livestock Transport, is also on the truck wash committee.

Mr Burls said waiting time is one of the biggest issues with the current truck wash for livestock carriers.

“Because there’s only one bay line, if there’s a truck on there, it can take between 30 minutes and two hours to wash the crates out,” he said.

“So, if you’re sitting there waiting for someone in front of you, you could potentially sit there and wait two hours before you can get your turn.”

He said usage time would be sped up by improved pumps and water flow, in addition to the new truck wash’s double bay and drive through capacity.

Mr Burls said he believes these improvements will see the relocated truck wash better utilised and council will recoup the funds spent on construction.

He stressed the truck wash is an income-generating asset for council, which patrons pay to use per minute.

Council’s 2022-23 budget shows $500,000 was borrowed for the project, with the allocated funding appearing under the budget’s “borrowings” stream.

The work has been carried over into this year’s budget.

Farmer Richard McGeehan, another member of the truck

Back Wednesday

ON this week 15 years ago, there was news in The Euroa Gazette of 20 Euroa Secondary College students attending the annual Box Hill Japanese Festival.

It was reported on May 20, 2008 that the students, accompanied by their Japanese language teacher Anna Wild, ate Japanese food, walked on stilts and watched karate demonstrations.

Student Shantelle Dawe bought a stuffed penguin for $1 and student Mark Jesser “managed to spend the entire two hours chatting away to the men who were running a huge model drain display”.

In other news, five Euroa Primary School students – Nate Trotter, Nicholas Johnson, Jake Smith, Dylan McDonald and David Mole – were selected for the Victorian Primary School State under 13 football tryouts in Benalla.

Of these players, Nicholas and Dylan were selected to be part of the 40 player Victorian Country squad.

Stories of both the young

Church Services

ANGLICAN CHURCH

Saturday 22nd July

11am St Dunstan’s Violet Town

Sunday 23rd July

9.15am St Paul’s Euroa

wash committee, said he was sceptical council had priced the project appropriately.

“If you can’t put in a concrete slab for $500,000, I’ll go and jump in the local creek, because it’s probably no bigger than a house when you think about it, just a different configuration – a rectangular piece of concrete,” Mr McGeehan said.

But Mayor Laura Binks said the facility “goes beyond being a simple ‘concrete slab.’”

She said the design takes into account regulations and standards set by the Environment Protection Authority (EPA), and gives careful consideration to ensuring safe vehicle turning movements and the installation of proper drainage infrastructure.

Mr McGeehan also said he was amazed by how drawn out the process of working with council on the project has been.

“It’s just incredible how long things take local government,” he said.

“I mean, it’s been going on for a couple years now.”

Cr Binks said council’s decision to revise the original design, which added on time to the project, was prompted by a significant increase in associated costs.

“In response, a thorough redesign was carried out to ensure the project remained within budget,” she said.

“Now the design has been finalised, the project will move forward to the tendering stage, where contractors will be invited to submit their proposals for the construction work.”

Wednesday 26th July

10am Eucharist St Paul’s Euroa Enq: 5704 0330

www.anglicaneuroa.org.au

All welcome

BAPTIST CHURCH

31 Kennedy Street, Euroa

Sunday July 23rd, 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 July 23rd

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

and the old were in this edition, with news of Nagambie resident Doreen McPherson’s 99th birthday.

“For 99 years of age, Doreen has a remarkable memory, and is still active and mobile around the [Nagambie Lakeview] Hostel,” the article reads.

“At 96 she learnt to paint at the art classes and has realised you are never to old to learn.”

The article was written by

Nagambie’s Diane Grant, who still writes on a weekly basis for The Euroa Gazette of present times and continues to contributes profiles of older Nagambie residents on milestone birthdays.

In present times, Ms Grant recently celebrated a milestone birthday of her own, having just turned 75.

More news: rural outreach worker Ivan Lister presented an art exhibition at Euroa’s Flour

Mill Gallery; Tehan George & Co lawyers welcomed a new lawyer, Jacqueline Brauman, to their team; and a 19-year-old male was arrested by Euroa police following a “crime spree” early on a Sunday morning, after he damaged a plate-glass window of the Seven Creeks Hotel, gained entry into Old Hume Automative and inflicted various damages there, and also damaged letterboxes at three separate properties.

Enq: Joan Wood 5790 5297

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.

10am Service

Enquiries: Aaron 0493 101 663

WE WANT A WASH: Farmer Richard McGeehan said he believes a new truck wash at the Euroa Saleyards would create a huge demand.

PHOTO: Darren Chaitman

Way

- a look back at what was making news 15 years ago this week.

July

24 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.

30 Gayle Fitzgerald with supporting act Jimmy and Jarrod Davidson at the Longwood Community Centre from 12pm – 5.30pm. Live band: The Night Owls. $15 per head. Bookings essential contact Jimmy on 0412 723 356. BYO drinks and nibbles – tea & coffee available. BBQ lunch available for purchase.

August

9 wawa biik tour is on, offering Taungurung-led cultural experiences in Euroa and Nagambie. We’ll yarn, we’ll walk, we’ll laugh, we’ll listen, we’ll learn and we’ll reflect. Call 03 5784 1466 or book via www.wawabiik.com.au

11-13

Euroa Little Theatre presents ‘Seaside Rendezvous’ at The School House, Clifton Street, Euroa on Friday and Saturday August 11 and 12 at 7pm and Sunday, August 13 at 2pm. Tickets $10 cash at the door. Enq. Mary 5795 2545.

28 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.

September

25 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.

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.

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.

Little locals

entertained by stories read by Euroa librarian Cathy Arbridge

LITTLE locals were entertained by stories read by Euroa Library librarian Cathy Arbridge on Friday last week.

Some 10-15 people turned up to the “Rhyme & Story time” event, which runs every Friday for ages 0-6.

As well as stories, there are sometimes games, puppets and other activities.

Photographer Dale Mann said it serves as a meeting place for the kids to socialise, as well as for parents and caregivers to catch up.

“It was really charming,” Mr Mann said.

“I think it was a really great atmosphere - fantastic, it’s what the kids need.”

STORIES FOR SIBLINGS: Archie (aged 3), Matilda (aged 1) and Hannah Capstick.

READING FOR THE ROOM: Librarian Cathy Artridge reads “What Colour is the Sea?”

HOLDING THE CROWD: Librarian Cathy Artridge entertains a crowd of rowdy youngsters.

FAMILY STORYTIME: Roma (aged 3), Louie (aged 3) and Hayley Raglus.

LOUISE AND LUCY: Louie Hamill (aged 4) and Lucy Hamill.

MILEY AND TONI: Miley Sayers (21 months) with Toni Sayers.

EMMETT AND ILEY: Emmett (aged 3) and Iley Sidmore (aged 1).

JILL AND JAMES: James Alton (aged 4) with his grandmother Jill Ailton.

PHOTOS: Dale Mann

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Volunteers, traders put on a peerless show at the farmers’ market on Saturday morning

By WILLIAM BUCKINGHAM

COME rain, hail or shine, the tireless volunteers and traders at our mid-winter Euroa Rotary Farmers’ Market put on a peerless show on Saturday morning.

The number of visitors and traders has now fully recovered since the lifting of COVID restrictions, and the market is thriving.

Now in its 11th year, the market offers a range of local produce and services.

Everything from knife sharpening, watch battery replacement, boutique beer, plants of many varieties (including a native offering from the Euroa Arboretum), warm woollen socks and beanies, soaps, preserved meats, and honey are for sale.

In addition, a range of unique craft items are offered: decorated saws and hammers, pottery, sauces, and an impressive variety of iron garden creations.

Winter morning appetites were well satisfied by the barbeque facilities provided by the Euroa Rotary Club for the Euroa Toy Library volunteers.

Long time organiser Helen Brook works with a different range of community groups each monthly market in order to raise funds for the group manning the barbecue.

The market is open every third Saturday, so make sure you join us all again for this great community event.

HONEY HERE: Long-time Euroa Farmers’ Market stallholder Jim Speechly with his honey.

EPIDEMIC OF LONELINESS.

“I lie awake… like a sparrow alone on the housetop.’ (Psalm 1102:7) Even, great King David wrote (Psalm 25:6) “Turn to me and be gracious_ for I am lonely and afflicted.” “Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? (Matt.10:29) Yet not one falls, without your Father knowing.”

Remember, you’re not alone, as you may think. Birds of the air neither sow, reap or store, yet Our Heavenly Father sees and feeds them; how much more we, who are made in Gods’ image?! (Matt.6:26) Speak to God when you feel alone; ask Him to reveal Himself. “We have not because we ask not.” (James 4:2-3). “Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness; THEN all things, will be added unto you!” (Matt.6:33). Nathaniel was the bloke who’d facetiously asked disciple Phillip, ‘Can anything good could come out of tiny Nazareth?’ Upon meeting Jesus, who seemed to know about him, Nate asked “How do you know about me?” to which Jesus replied, “I saw you under the fig tree!” (John1:48)

Tragically, many live lonely, forgotten lives even till death in unvisited homes. Social media is a poor substitute for human touch and no substitute for personal intimacy with Jesus, who died for Relationship. (Genesis 2:18). Humans weren’t created to be alone; so don’t accept loneliness as your destiny. Acknowledge your need and go meet the needs of someone else. Loneliness isn’t so much absence of people around us but absence of Purpose and Meaning. “……in humility value others above yourselves, not looking just to your own interests but to the interests of others”. (Philip 2:3-4) 2)

And let’s learn to be alone without feeling lonely. Jesus often left the crowd to be alone with His Father in prayer; because He knew that solitude is essential to spiritual growth. He returned from those times, personally enriched and better equipped to deal with challenges.

Like Jesus, we can’t really live rightly_ without the closeness of Our Father God, who promises, ‘to never leave nor forsake us.’ (Heb 13:5, Joshua 1:5) Apostle Paul wrote; “The first time I was brought before the judge, no one came with me. Everyone abandoned me; but the Lord stood with me, giving me strength so that I might preach the Good News…”. (2 Tim 4:16-17). Read Matthew 13 parables, which explain the wisdom of seekers going all out, to gain the Pearl of Great Price, the ultimate Treasure_ Christ Jesus Himself.

Last week, USAs’ Surgeon General declared that loneliness is a severe public health threat, on par with smoking and obesity. Like-wise here. Statistics indicate that Millennials and Gen Z are most disconnected. Depression and suicidal thoughts skyrocket as hopelessness takes hold. Sadly, these generations grew up, not hearing about their strong Christian heritage, either at home or in school as previous generations did. Some psychiatrists even suggest, people go to church and get involved with others!! Good advice as Hebrews.10:25 testifies; “Consider one another; stir up love and good works and don’t forsake the assembling of yourselves together”.

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Euroa Baptist Church

BEHIND THE BARBIE: Euroa Toy Library volunteers manned the barbecue at the Euroa Farmers’ market on Saturday morning.

(you-tube: “If You Died Tonight’. By Big Daddy Weave; “Touch The Sky” by United; Truth Be Told and “Me on Your Mind” by Matt West; “Stronger” by Ellie Holcombe)

NEW

Reforms to reduce gambling related harm

THE Victorian Government is to introduce sweeping new reforms to reduce gambling harm at venues with electronic gaming machines (EGMs) across the state.

Speaking on Sunday, Premier Daniel Andrews and Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation Melissa Horne said an estimated 330,000 Victorians experience harm as a result of gambling each year – costing Victoria around $7 billion annually and leading to significant financial distress, mental health concerns and relationship issues.

Premier Andrews said under the reforms all EGMs in Victoria will require manda-

tory pre-commitment limits and carded play, putting the power back into the hands of patrons while also ensuring that money is tracked –stopping money laundering through gaming venues.

He said load up limits –how much money an individual can put into an EGM at a time – will be capped at $100, down from the current limit of $1000.

Premier Andrews said mandatory pre-commitment, carded play and load up limits will be introduced subject to thorough consultation with industry through an implementation working group – taking into account trials in other jurisdictions and the experience at Crown

Melbourne, which will have mandated pre-commitment and carded play on all EGMs by the end of 2023.

By mid-2024, mandatory closure periods will be enforced for all gaming machine areas in a venue, except the casino, between 4am and 10am.

The government will also make it mandatory for all new EGMs to spin at a rate of three seconds per game, slowing the pace of the game down and limiting the amount that can be lost.

Anyone affected by their own or someone else’s gambling can call Gambler’s Help 24/7 on 1800 858 858 to access confidential and free advice.

COME FOR CRAFTS: Craft items on offer at the market.

REFORMS: The Victorian Government will introduce new reforms to reduce gambling harm from electronic gaming machines.

THOUGHTS FOR THE WEEK: Happy are you if you can take things seriously and face serious things calmly, you will go far in life.

PERSONALS: Surprise, surprise, John and I became great grandparents on July 12 when our granddaughter Jasmine gave birth three weeks early to baby Willow Harper on the Gold Coast.

Needless to say we are very happy with this outcome.

Both are doing well and so is dad Tom.

Grandpa Simon Laverie (my son) and wife Emily now have L plates on for being new grandparents.

Birthday greetings go this week to Kristie Crofts, Perry Tranter, Mark Treble, Jason Woosnam, Jo Mitchell, Judy Tranter, Fay Hateley, Michael Sidebottom, Peter Grant, Nick Friedrich, Reanne Grant, Cassandra Grant, Jonathon Lejins, Graham Jarvis, Elisa Branagan, Heather Tingay, Kerrie Spencer, Robert Underwood, Lorraine Willcocks and Kate Lewis.

MEMORIAL ROSE GARDEN FOR LATE

QUEEN: I met with representatives of the shire last Thursday to discuss the formation of a Queen Elizabeth II Memorial rose garden in the nature strip in Nagambie’s High Street water tower area.

The meeting was very cordial and the parks and gardens supervisor was keen to assist our community with this royal project.

A site was chosen and will be developed into a small circular rose garden by his staff, then volunteers can look after it by planting roses in memory of Her Majesty’s 70 or more years of service on behalf of the Nagambie community and look after it.

So, now I can order standard roses for those who have shown expressions of interest such as Go Nagambie, Nagambie Senior Citizens, Nagambie Primary School, Julie Cubbin of Bloomin Natives, John and I, Cathy Lawrence, and I am hoping a few more community groups jump on the band wagon soon so we can plant them around 18–24 August.

I will call for volunteers to plant them close to that time.

I will order a memorial plaque for the garden then we can hold a dedication time in spring to honour Her Majesty.

POSTAL VOTES: To vote in council or state elections one needs to have oneself enrolled for receiving postal vote forms close to an election.

Thanks to Mayor Laura Binks and Kirsten Favaloro of the shire I am now registered to lodge a postal vote for council and state elections.

They helped me enrol recently, and I received VEC postal vote confirmation.

I also received enrolment forms to share with our Kelvin Grove Village people, so they can have their VEC confirmation back before any elections come up.

COMING UP: The Avenel Make It, Bake It or Grow It market is on the second Sunday of each month.

On Friday, July 21 will be an Avenel winter concert at Avenel Memorial Hall with dinner starting at 6pm and the concert starting at 7pm.

The concert will feature the Flinders Quartet chamber ensemble and the Piccolo String Quartet.

Get tickets through Trybooking or email avenelactiveinc@gmail.com.

Proceeds will support local Avenel community projects.

Nagambie Farmer’s market will be on July 23 from 10am-2pm at Tahbilk Winery.

ANGLICAN CHURCH NEWS: Sunday, July 30.

A combined Central Goulburn parish service will be held at St Paul’s in Avenel at 10am, followed by morning tea in the church.

If parishioners want to partake of lunch at the Avenel Imperial Hotel they are asked to let Peter Foote know please on 0419 467 319. There will be no service at Nagambie or Seymour on that day.

National alcohol-related fatalities reach decade peak

A NEW report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has highlighted the increasing need for action to prevent alcohol related harms and deaths.

According to the report, alcohol-related deaths reached a 10-year peak of 1559 in 2021, an increase of more than seven per cent from 2020.

Alcohol accounted for nearly 57 per cent of drug-related hospitalisations in 2020-21, up from 53 per cent in 2019-20.

The majority of these were recorded for males.

The report also revealed the number of Australians reaching out to alcohol treatment services is at its highest in a decade.

Alcohol and Drug Foundation chief executive officer Dr Erin Lalor said alcohol-related deaths were largely preventable and more needed to be done to address the concerning trend.

“The impact of these deaths is widespread – we must remember these are real people whose lives have been tragically cut short, with families and friends who are suffering,” Dr Lalor said.

“We can’t afford further delay on action to stop these rising numbers.”

Dr Lalor called for greater investments in evidence-based prevention and harm reduction initiatives.

“We also need to see stronger regulations around the avail-

RACV provides safe driving tips for winter travellers

ability and promotion of alcohol, which is linked to higher risk drinking,” she said.

“We know that men experience a significant proportion of alcohol harms, and this report highlights the importance of targeted interventions with vulnerable populations, including people with long-term alcohol use problems.”

The report also includes data showing the number of people using drugs in Australia has been gradually increasing, despite record drug seizures.

“When it comes to illicit drug use, despite best efforts from law enforcement and our judicial system, drugs continue to be imported into Australia,” Dr Lalor said.

“And we know many people, from lawyers to mechanics to office workers, use illicit drugs.

“The criminalisation of illicit drug use causes stigma and can stop people who use drugs from reaching out for help and support when they need it most.

“This is why a health-based approach to drug use is needed to reduce the significant harm experienced by people who use drugs.

“Treating drug use as a health issue can have many benefits for individuals, families and communities, including less drug use among problematic users, fewer drug related deaths and disease, and more people help-seeking.”

RACV is urging Victorians to prioritise safety on the roads as driving conditions can become more dangerous during winter.

Now that winter has set in weather conditions are more likely to change frequently resulting in wet, icy and foggy roads, making it harder to see, stop and navigate.

RACV general manager Automotive Services Jackie Pedersen said it was imperative that motorists took a safety-first mindset to work together to reverse the tragic trend of lives lost on Victorian roads in 2023.

As at June 30, Victoria’s road toll now sits at 153 lives lost on the year to date, up 29.7 per cent - this is the highest number at this stage of the year since 2018.

“Even one life lost on our roads is too many – it’s why we need to take our responsibility to drive safely seriously,” Ms Pedersen said.

“Victorians will know all too well that weather conditions – and driving conditions – can change quickly, so it’s vital to plan ahead wherever possible.

“Motorists also need to keep pedestrians, cyclists and motorcycles at the forefront of their minds - they are much more difficult to see in low visibility conditions.

“Snow chains (diamond pattern) are a must-have when heading to the snow and you should make sure you test-fit them before you leave.”

RACV has posted on its web-

ADJUST TO CHANGES: RACV advises drivers to adjust their driving habits when travelling in snow conditions.

site six tips for safe driving in winter conditions:

1. Slow down - travel just a little slower, even on roads you know well.

2. Keep an eye on the weather - Be aware of changed conditions and heed any weather warnings particularly when travelling in areas where extreme weather is more common.

3. Maintain a safe breaking distance - it takes much longer to stop in the wet, so extend the distance between you and the car in front to at least four seconds.

4. Take care of your vehicleensure your car’s safety equipment, windscreen wipers, batteries, lights, and brakes are working correctly.

5. Check your tyres - tyres must have plenty of tread depth (no less than 1.5 millimetres) and no damage.

6. When in doubt, pull over – it is never worth the risk to drive in conditions you’re even the slightest bit unsure of.

Government called to stand up for producers

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By ANITA MCPHERSON

LOCAL wine businesses say they need the Federal Government to stand firm on its position, giving Australian businesses the right to continue using the name prosecco for its locally made product.

It’s one of a number of sticking points in Australia’s trade talks with the European Union (EU), which has been laboured over for five years and appears no closer to a resolution, despite Australian Trade Minister Don Farrell’s bolt to Brussels this week in an attempt to finalise an agreement.

The EU wants Australian producers to stop using Geographical Indicators (GI) for Australian-made products they believe belong to Europe, but in the case of prosecco, Italy only changed the name of the prosecco grape variety to Glera in 2009, then registering prosecco as a GI with the EU, in an effort to secure exclusive rights to the world’s most popular sparkling wine.

The EU wants to prevent Australian producers from using the name prosecco to market their own sparkling wines, made from the same grape variety.

Australia’s prosecco market is booming and, according to Australian Grape and Wine, was worth around $204m at the end of 2021.

With more than half of it coming from the King Valley, it makes it worth more than $100m to the wine industry within the Rural City of Wangaratta, and it is growing each year.

As 95 per cent of Australian prosecco is sold in the Australian domestic market, local producers don’t want to con-

fuse consumers by having to change the name of a product, one they have invested heavily in to build its profile and substantial following.

Wines of the King Valley president Dean Cleave-Smith confirmed prosecco accounts for over 40 per cent of all wine production in the King Valley.

He said he would encourage the Federal Government not to budge on the issue of prosecco naming rights, to protect the viability of the King Valley.

“The Australian Govern-

ment must stand up for the rights of our producers,” he said.

“The Italians, through dubious methods, fabricated the notion that prosecco should be a GI whereas their own department of agriculture records, their export documentation and a large body of scientifically and legally considered material, clearly demonstrates that prosecco is a grape variety.

“The Australian Government cannot make decisions that condone and perpetuate the Italian misinformation.

“Prosecco along with half a dozen or so other grape varieties which are also at risk, are critical to the future economic viability of the King Valley producers, and an adverse outcome will have significant implications for future of the industry, and in turn, the broader community.”

Minister Farrell says the government “remains strongly committed to the best possible deal for Australian businesses, farmers, workers and the broader community” and that he was prepared to persist, “even if it means the negotiations extend into the second half of this year”.

ALOT AT STAKE: Dean Cleave-Smith (centre) wants the government to stick firm on prosecco. He is pictured last month with fellow King valley vigneron Michael Dal Zotto (left), whose father Otto grew Australia’s first prosecco vintage, and Shadow Minister for Trade and Tourism Kevin Hogan.

PHOTO: yappenington, Pixabay

Laughlin to teach ladies about livestock

By DARREN CHAITMAN

A PROGRAM named “Ladies in Livestock”, which will introduce ladies to the practical skills of farming, will begin in August.

Farmer Jackie Laughlin will facilitate the program, which will include a get-together once a month for 10 months in locations throughout North Central and North East Victoria.

Ms Laughlin is a qualified agriculture and horticultural teacher who has worked in agriculture for 50 years.

She said there are many reasons participants may choose to attend a farming course specifically for ladies.

“There are a lot of young women in the area that have no experience in farming,” she said.

“And the other reason is there’s nowhere for them to learn unless they go back to ag college or something like that.

“Also, it’s in an environment where it’s not intimidating with men yelling and pushing and shoving and in the cattle yards or in the

Have your say on biosecurity

COMMUNITY and industry feedback is invited on Victoria’s new Biosecurity Strategy to help strengthen the existing system against increased pest and disease risks.

Biosecurity Victoria Executive Director Katherine Clift said widespread input is critical in shaping the strategy to prevent and manage harms to our farms, natural environment and people.

“Victoria’s biosecurity system needs to adapt and change to meet current and future challenges with improved clarity on the role that everyone can play to reduce risk,” Dr Clift said.

“We welcome feedback on Victoria’s new Biosecurity Strategy – a key commitment to strengthening our existing system against increased pests

and disease risks.

“It’s crucial this strategy is informed by people from a range of backgrounds and experience – including those who regularly deal with biosecurity risks and benefit from a strong biosecurity system.”

Biosecurity is the actions to prevent and manage the harms caused by pests and diseases, and the impact they have on what we value most.

“Victoria’s biosecurity system has responded strongly to high priority threats in recent years and there are great examples of partnerships across the system,” Dr Clift said.

“The new Victorian Biosecurity Strategy prioritises more widespread collaboration as key to a stronger and more resil-

ient system.”

The draft strategy was developed with people who have a role in biosecurity, including farmers, agriculture industry bodies, supply chain and transport businesses, community and emergency management organisations, Traditional Owners and government agencies. Community consultation included a series of statewide workshops earlier this year and builds on Victoria’s Biosecurity Statement endorsed by the Victorian Government in 2022.

The strategy has also been shaped with input by Victoria’s Biosecurity Reference G roup (BRG), a collective representing industry and community views.

“In our collective pursuit of a secure future for

sheep yards.

“And we’ve had quite a few older ladies and middle aged ladies that feel that their husbands don’t have

the time to teach them, so they want to learn themselves so they can be of assistance on the farms.

“We’ve got another lady whose husband died and she said, ‘I really want to learn about the farming side of things, I never did’.

“The kids want her to sell the farm, but she doesn’t want to –she wants to learn how to run the farm, not sell it.”

In addition to Ms Laughlin, other experts will contribute to delivering the course, including Gallagher, Vic Ag, Landcare, Cooper’s and All Flex.

Sessions will cover stock tagging and scanning, pasture and crop production, fencing, animal health, plantations and more.

For more information, contact Ms Laughlin on 0429 149 173.

both food and fibre, we must recognise that biosecurity is a shared responsibility,” BRG member and VFF vice president Danyel Cucinotta said.

“We encourage farmers to actively engage in

shaping the draft strategy with invaluable insights and collaboration that will fortify our defences, ensuring a resilient and thriving agricultural sector for generations to come.”

HAVE YOUR SAY:

Community and industry feedback is invited on Victoria’s new Biosecurity Strategy to help strengthen the existing system against increased pest and disease risks.

THE State Government is urging Victorian farmers to make safety a non-negotiable, during National Farm Safety Week – highlighting farm safety issues in rural communities across Australia.

Last year, six workplace deaths were vehicles and machinery related, while a further 597 people received workers compensation after seriously injuring themselves.

Minister for Agriculture Gayle Tierney said safety should be a non-negotiable in agriculture.

“The Farming Safe and Well program will help everyone come home safe from their jobs,” she said.

“Farm Safety Week is an important reminder that we all have a part to play in farm safety, and we look forward to working collaboratively with industry to keep people safe and well.”

MURRAY GREY: Jackie Laughlin’s Murray Grey cattle, purchased this year.

Farmersurgedto makesafetyanonnegotiable

Bogie Panthers roar into WDCA

By NATHAN DE VRIES

AFTER decades of inactivity Strathbogie has a dedicated cricket club once again, following the Bogie Panthers’ inclusion in the Wangaratta and District Cricket Association.

The pet project of president Brad James, 25, the club was voted in as the 14th member club of the WDCA at last week’s annual general meeting by a landslide, 23-3.

James has dreamt of bringing cricket back to Strathbogie for some time, and was overjoyed by the association’s acceptance of his proposal.

“I had faith in myself and backing myself and the boys, but seeing those hands go up was just unreal,” he said.

“I began playing cricket in Violet Town in an under 15s side in the Benalla league, I played right through until I was 18 then started working, and that was the end of my cricket career but it’s been reignited.

“I don’t think the Strathbogie club has been active for 25, 30 years - my old man and his mates, they all played up there as a collective and had it all going up there.

“Things came to the worse and the club folded,

and it never got picked up again until now.

“The idea was always a fantasy, something we just dreamt about.

“I went up to the clubrooms there at Strathbogie and I saw they were renovating the clubrooms themselves, and something just sparked in me – why not just try and get something together and make it happen?

“I didn’t really expect something to take off at the start, then I started talking to people and getting certain ideas and support off people.

“It was unbelievable –just a bit of talk between mates came to fruition.”

With his application accepted and the season fast approaching, now the real administrative work of assembling a functional club begins.

“I’m having a few more meetings with a couple of higher ups and just seeing how we go about starting it up,” James said.

“Preparation of the ground itself and getting them and the pitch up to scratch, getting uniforms organised, fees, bank accounts, all that sort of stuff has to be organised to get the team where it needs to be.

“I’ve organised a few meetings with Wayne

(Cooper, WDCA secretary) and Peter (Brear, Cricket Victoria cricket manager North East Country) so I’ll be chatting with them to see how to go about everything.”

The Panthers will look to field a side in C grade in their first season in the WDCA, and James said his side didn’t mind a bit of driving around the vast geographic region the association covers.

“Most of us live up in the hills so we’re not too worried about driving to Myrtleford or driving up the freeway to other places,” he said.

“It’s somewhere different every week, it’s not the same group every week.

“The only other option we had was joining a Shepparton league which wasn’t too appealing to us.

“For a few of the older blokes who have families, it’s something they can make a day out of for their family and go somewhere nice, to a lot nicer grounds than what would be in Shepparton and make something out of the day.”

PROUD PANTHERS: Bogie Panthers president Brad James (left) and vice captain Bill Webb. PHOTO: Dale Mann

DEATH NOTICES

WEBB, Dulcie Lillian. 11/11/1930 - 10/7/2023

Today our beloved mum left us her four children Anne, Helen, Paul and Jennifer, she leaves behind 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

She will be very sadly missed.

We all know that she is now reunited with her beloved husband Don.

ASQUITH (Pilcher), Shirley Beris. Passed away peacefully at GraniteHill Aged Care, Euroa on Wednesday, July 12, 2023. Aged 87 years.

Loved and loving wife of Ed (dec).

Loved and adored mother and mother-in-law of Craig (dec) and Lyn, Chris and Margie.

Treasured Nan of Cameron, Jessica, Brodie, Jordan, Nic and Lily and Great Nan of Rowan, Sonny, Ziggy, Finn and Arlo. ‘Reunited with Ed and Craig’ ‘Forever in our hearts’.

WEBB

The graveside funeral service to celebrate the life of Dulcie Lillian Webb will be held TODAY Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at Euroa Cemetery commencing at 11.30am.

The Moglonemby Community Hall Inc will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Friday, July 28 at 8pm at the Moglonemby Hall, 270 Moglonemby Hall Rd. All members of the community are welcome.

Euroa Library Assistant

Goulburn Valley Libraries is seeking a dynamic person to join the team at Euroa Library in the role of Euroa Library Assistant. The Euroa Library is a community-based library with a highly motivated, customer focused team. You need to have excellent customer service skills and be able to work independently while being part of a larger team.

WEBB, Dulcie.

Euroa Cricket Club extends its sympathy to the Jones/Webb family in the loss of Dulcie.

Dulcie and Don were longtime sponsors and supporters of our club. She will be sadly missed.

ASQUITH

The funeral service to celebrate the life of Mrs Shirley Beris Asquith will be held on Monday July 24, 2023 at the Euroa Lawn Cemetery commencing at 11am

A video recording of the service can be viewed from 2pm, please go to the NJ Todd website and follow the livestream link.

N.J. TODD

Member AFDA EUROA 1800 352 425 BENALLA (03) 5762 2461

Euroa Health Inc. Board of Management are seeking volunteer Directors. We are looking for new board members with knowledge of, or experience in the following areas, to support our organisation; Financial background (including financial management and accounting capabilities, analyse key financial statements, oversee budgets/investments and accountability)

Technical skills in relation to significant information technology and cybersecurity

Consumer with knowledge or experience as a Carer or Family member of a GraniteHill/Aged Care resident

N J Todd Funeral Directors

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Servicing Euroa & District since 1937

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You will work 23.5 hours per fortnight, including one Saturday in four. The Position Description can be found at www.gvlibraries.com.au or contact Jenny Wyllie on 1300 374 765 for further information.

Applications addressing the selection criteria can be delivered to Euroa Library, emailed to humanresources@gvlibraries.com.au or posted to Operations Manager, PO Box 632, Shepparton, 3632. Applications close at COB on 4 August 2023.

If this is you, please send your resume attention to ‘Euroa Health Board Chair’ by email to feedback@euroahealth.com.au or deliver hard copies to our Acute Hospital

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Winter conditions test golfers

EUROA GOLF

ROUND 2 of the Castle Creek Golf Club Team Challenge was played as a Stableford event in fine but heavy winter conditions.

Many of the teams called up emergencies to fill the vacancies resulting with many players escaping to Queensland for the winter.

This week’s winners were Gail Allen’s Diamonds in the rough team which has propelled them to the top of the leader board tied with the Golfaholics.

Round 3 to be played this Saturday combined with the Royal Liverpool Stableford event, sure to be an interesting and fun challenge.

The individual events were won by Glen Langlands in the Mens and Levena Redfern in the Ladies.

It was Glen’s first victory since joining the Euroa Club and will set him up with an appointment with the handicapper.

Balls down the line went to F O’Connor 37, Paul Robinson 36, Laurie McMartin 35, R Langlands 34 on P Squires 34, and in the Ladies, Gail Allen, Dee McMartin, Lish Beadle, and Deb Cox.

Some 39 players made up the fields for the events and as the course dries out, stronger player numbers will be expected.

Sunny skies brought good numbers of members and green field players to the course on Sunday.

Earlier in the week, 15 men took on very heavy conditions and most of them got the better of the course.

No one more than Peter Bath who had a massive 40 points from his handicap of 8 spurred on by his playing par tner Lucas Paul’s eagle on the par 5 first.

Phil Squires and Peter McMahon each returned 36 points.

Phil Squires is in good form and is likely to propel the red-hot Drivers to the top of the team’s

event on a Captain’s Pick fill in for the next two weeks playing alongside Club Captain Ross Wishart, whose recent good form has seen him join the ranks of single figure handicaps.

Round 2 of the Lindsay Park Match play has been drawn with the following matches to be played before the August 26.

J Moran v D Baker, O Robertson v P McCarthy

R Langlands V R Wishart, P Jones v G Ritchie

C Walker v J Gilbert, L Paul v P McMahon

D Farmer v K Seeber, G McMartin v D McIntosh

Plenty of golf to be played and hopefully the worst of the wet is behind us. We will have the course looking a picture as we head into spring, so get out the clubs and make the most of this great country course.

AVENEL GOLF CLUB

WELCOME back to the Juniors following a two-week break over school holidays.

Five youngsters took to the course on Saturday morning and with three players on 27 nett, a countback was required to determine the winner.

Max Harding prevailed as the result of having holed out for Eagle on the 2nd last hole and it also earned him the Bank Street Wood Fired Pizza and Gardens Voucher for Play of the Day.

Owen Smith came 2nd and Bob Taylor-White got 3rd. Just 3 shots separated the field in a good competitive day.

The afternoon field saw the white tees utilised for a PAR round.

The weather has been much kinder this week, but scoring was still proving tricky.

Ron Harrison didn’t seem to mind as he plotted his way round for victory for the second week in a row, carding a handy +1.

Runner up for the second

ROUND RESULTS:

week in a row was “jetsetting captain”, Jed, who composed himself after being -5 after 6 holes to finish -1 and held out Tim Batten in a countback.

Balls went to Tim Batten, young gun Rayden Hannigan and evergreen Bill Eddy on -2.

NTP on the 8th was Tim Batten, and the 14th was claimed by Campbell Smith.

Drive and Pitch on the17th was Jed.

No birdies were recorded on 13.

The Avenel Meats $100 meat tray was collected by Kevin Spencer.

Thank you to Tim Batten, Mark Hannigan, Kevin Fiorini and Bill Harmeiston for their great work on the course once it dried out during the week, it’s really looking a picture.

Our tournament is not far away so get your calendar sorted to make sure you get there with great prizes on offer, including a car, yes that’s right – Beer Auto Group Seymour are putting up a brand-new Mitsubishi ASX GS for the first person to hole our on the par 3, 5th hole.

Make sure you mark August 20 in your diary.

Our feature sponsors this week is Puppa & Gaehl Real EstateNagambie /Tatura who are one of our major sponsors and are the people to see for all your real estate needs.

Tomorrow we are hosting the Dalhousie Vets tournament –special thanks to Dave Fullager for organising this par 3 layout for the event and we hope to see a good roll-up.

This Saturday is stroke/ monthly medal and will be followed by the mid-year 1930’s themed ball. If you haven’t already done so, get your tickets booked to assist with catering.

Finally, safe travels to two of our jet-setting members, Jed and Adam, who headed off on Sunday. Good golfing to everyone.

STRATHBOGIE GOLF CLUB

STABLEFORD was played on Saturday, July 15 at Strathbogie Golf Club.

It was a wonderful day, and the course was in great condition.

Thank you to all the volunteers that prepared the course this week.

We held the Kelvin Peart Shield where Dalhousie district played the Northeast district.

The winner of the shield this year was Dalhousie, the first time they have won it.

Winner of the day was Ed Carracher with a great score of 37 points, he shot 4 under on the last nine holes, his best round yet at bogie.

Daniel Payne also had an albatross on the sixth hole.

His second stroke and putting it in the hole was from 268 meters.

First time ever that there has been an albatross on the course at Strathbogie.

Lineballs were won by Luke Heard with 35 points, Darren Edwards with 35 points, Ollie Shaw with 34 points and Ria Pearce with 34 points.

Nearest the pin winners are Mark Jones on the 4th, Luke Heard on the 8th, Ria Pearce on the 15th and Matt Mills on the 17th.

Men’s Drive and Pitch was won by Matt Mills

Ladies Drive and Pitch was won by Kerry Hewlett

Straightest drive was won by Ethan Bell

Next week we are playing stableford and it’s the Euroa Hotel Voucher.

David Kennett is on duty.

NAGAMBIE GOLF

WOMEN’S Results Wednesday, July 12

WE had 12 players for a round of Stableford.

The winner of A & B grades was Irene Keogh with 29pts.

The winner of C grade was Jane Bow with 28pts.

The 9 hole winner was Annette Mills with 15pts on a C/B from Irene.

Balls down the line for 18 went to Irene 29pts, Jane 28pts and Moz Fowler 27pts.

Balls down the line for 9 went to Annette 15pts, Irene 15pts and Karyn Thompson 14pts.

N/P on the 3rd was won by Monica Hurley with a beautiful drive.

Results Thursday mixed 9-hole competition.

Results Thursday, July 6

There were 15 players for a round of Stableford and the winner was Reece Shepherd with 20pts.

No N/P.

Results Thursday, July 13

There were 23 players for a round of Stroke.

The winner was Mark Bates 49/12.5/36.5 on a C/B from Dave Love 42/5.5/36.5.

No N/P

MEN’S

The usual suspects were all the top finishers again with ‘Fabulous’ Phil Hageman winning for the second time in a month, Hageman put together 36 points from a handicap of 17 to win by two, the winter of great results keep coming for ‘Fabulous Phil’.

The next three on the leaderboard have all been the top contenders throughout the winter so far Jeremy Ezard was runner up on 34 points followed by Rhys ‘Lightening’ Shepherd on 33 points and Tim Baldwin with 32.

The nearest the pin prizes went to wild swinging ‘swinger’ Des Phelan on the 3rd and the 13th, Rhys Shepherd was the other ball getter with a glorious strike on the 8th. Next week’s golf will be a Par event with J. Lodding on office duty and H. Lawrence in the bar.

NORTH East

Bushrangers

Basketball (NEBB) is a collaboration between local North East basketball associations with the commitment of “Creating Realistic Pathways for all North East Athletes”

Eleven NEBB junior teams compete in the Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL) - the highest level junior competition in Victoria.

One NEBB Youth League Men’s (YLM) team competes in the semi-professional Big V competition.

Big V & VJBL consist of teams from both metropolitan and regional Victoria.

U14 Boys 1 59 def Korumburra 1 33

(Top Scorers: Keoni Anderson 16, Sam Lupo 12, Connah Hart 10)

U14 Boys 2 46 def Westgate 3 35

(Top Scorers: Brock Buckland 26, Michael Moylan 5, Blake Manning 5)

U14 Girls 1 32 def by Korumburra 1 38

(Top Scorers: Ella Mercieca 19, Minnie Humphry 6, Layla Graham 4)

U14 Girls 2 30 drew Wallan 30

(Top Scorers: Maria Hanley 12, Kaity Ford 4, Paige Ely 3)

U16 Boys 1 39 def Nunawading 2 36

(Top Scorers: Blake Newton 9, Dashiell Smith 7, Cooper Clark 6)

U16 Boys 2 49 def Darebin 1 38

(Top Scorers: Sam Kain 13, Mateo Hanley 10, Lenny Lonergan 7)

U16 Girls 1 48 def by McKinnon 1 57

(Top Scorers: Molly Moylan 15, Lily-Anne McClure 11, Mekenzie Wood 7)

U16 Girls 2 32 def Darebin 1 19

(Top Scorers: Sophia Kotzur 7, Amelia Frazer 6, Scarlett Mullavey 5)

U18 Boys 1 70 def Eltham 1 49

(Top Scorers: Lochie Harvey 15, Frank Oguche 13, Jobe Shanahan 12)

U18 Boys 2 54 def by Melton 1 56

(Top Scorers: Cam Cooper 17, Nic Watson 11, Jac Green 9)

U18 Girls 40 def by Dandenong 2 56

(Top Scorers: Holly Humphry 10, Jess Freeman 9, Niamh Moylan 8)

YLM 50 def by Albury/Wodonga 103

(Top Scorers: Jesse King 14, Dylan Hoare 10, Isaac Plummer 8)

U16 BOYS 2 TEAM: BACK ROW: Aiden Button, Josh Vearing Sam Kain, Lenny Lonergan, Aaron Hamill, Riley Robinson, Brayden Lincoln, Ian Pople (Coach). FRONT ROW: Sam Gebauer (Assistant Coach), Seth Graham, Mateo Hanley, Jackson Walker, Harry Pople, Ethan Pigdon.

Euroa junior netballers shine

JUNIOR NETBALL

Under 11 Division One

By THERESE THOMPSON

AFTER a few weeks off for the school holidays, the girls where rearing to go.

Team manager, Tez, filled in for Beck this week as coach.

Tully Watson was captain this week, and the girls were off to a speedy start.

Tully, Jessica Lipscombe and Lylah Hammill did a wonderful job, all contributing to a couple of great goals in the first quarter.

After a few encouraging words from Coach Tez, the girls take the court again.

St Brendan’s fought back this quarter, but Leila Thompson, Isla Moore and Evie Buchanan worked well together in defence to hold them back.

A positional change this quarter brought Crystal Lipscombe on the court in centre.

Another couple of goals from Jess and Tully kept Euroa level on the score board.

Lylah in WA didn’t stop moving and was winning the ball down the court.

Half Time Score: Euroa Black 4 - St Brendan’s Thunder 4

After some more words of wisdom at the long break from Coach Tez, the girls came back on the court with energy and pace as they moved the ball up the court.

Zara Hill moved into GS this quarter and shot some nice goals, after some strong, accurate ball feeds from Evie, Lylah and Jess.

Isla and Leila in defence had their work cut out for them, as St Brendan’s were fighting back but were able to display their tight defensive skills and keep them to only one goal for the quarter.

Lylah moved into centre and again showed her speed.

St Brendan’s came out firing with a few goals in the last, but Euroa’s defenders; Leila, Isla and Crystal were working overtime to stop them.

Meanwhile, Evie and Zara hit back with some wellplaced shots through the ring after some very impressive, fast play down the court from Evie, Tully and Lylah.

It was a true nail biter in the end as the scores became level with only a couple of minutes to go. Euroa Black kept their cool and scored the final goal.

A great, whole team performance from this fast-developing team.

Final Score: Euroa Black 11 - St Brendan’s Thunder 10 Award winner this week was Lylah Hamill.

11 WHITE

UNDER

By BRENTON

SESSIONS

Euroa under 11s v St Mel’s ST Mel’s got off to a fast start keeping Ella Torr and Amelia Sessions busy in de-

fence against much taller opponents.

Both teams moved the ball well through the mid court, but St Mel’s tall defenders kept the scoring opportunities to a minimum.

Score 0/8

New team member Piper Clarke scores the first for Euroa with a fantastic link up play through Zoe Holden and Skye Cameron. A much-improved quarter with many close scoring shots for Euroa.

Score 1/10

In the third Euroa was dominate through the mid court in the 3rd quarter with Ella Torr, Piper Clarke and Amelia Sessions getting their hands to everything giving Millie Boyle and Zoe Holden many good chances, Zoe went on to score a fantastic goal from long range.

Score 2/12 at three quarter time.

Millie Boyle and Skye Cameron worked tirelessly in defence to start the last, cutting off much of the play and keeping St Mels scoring opportunities to a minimum.

With much of the play in St Mels attack, a close long range shot from Lillian Halsall in the final minutes was Euroa’s only opportunity for the quarter.

Overall, the girls a showing great improvement as the season progresses.

Final Score Euroa 2 defeated by St Mel’s 14 awards went to Piper Clarke and Amelia Sessions.

U13 BLACK

THE Magpies were dominant and strong from the first centre pass.

Sissy Davey used her height and shot with tremendous accuracy in goal shooter.

Bethan Burton was her

usual reliable self in goal attack with speed and agility.

Grace Eddy and Daisy Cameron worked hard all game with an extremely solid performance in the mid court.

Asha Embling had a great game in defence with clever passes and many turnovers.

Defensive pressure by Adelaide Downie and Lara Saxon kept St Brendans under constant pressure, with many turnovers, intercepts and rebounds.

Molly Fowler had a consistent performance in attack, proving that height is no barrier scoring goals in GA.

For four quarters the Magpies dominated and played exceptionally well as a team, they came away with a welldeserved 21 to 8 win.

U13

SECONDARY

By JASON TIMPERLY

THE Euroa girls took on Tatura Lightning without the services of their captain Grace McKellar.

In what turned out to be a hard fought and physical game the young Magpies got off to a quick start scoring the first few goals of the game following some great intercepts by Willow Hamill, Ella Kearns and Zahara Johns.

Ellie Robinson and Ella Kearns were working beautifully together to limit the opportunities of the Tatura shooters.

The second quarter saw the Lightning fight back and the Magpies feathers were ruffled by some poor decision making and execution led to several turnovers and the lightning had their noses in front with a narrow 1 goal lead at half time.

Goal shooter Grace Hill found the bottom of the net five times in the third quar-

ter and the scores were tied at three quarter time.

The defence really stepped up all over the court with Centre Maisy Wilson creating havoc all over the court with her frenetic pace and Willow Timperley clamped down on her opposing wing attack and provided an avenue in transition through the mid court.

Shelby Baker broke up several opposition attacks in the goal circle and also grabbed a couple of important rebounds.

Shooters Zahara Johns and Ellie Robinson were as cool as ice in the final quarter and the Magpies closed the game with a 26-22 win.

Award winners were Willow Timperley and Heidi Taresch.

This sets up a tantalizing top of the table clash with Shepparton Opals next weekend.

U13 WHITE

By CLAIRE HANHEL

A COOL but sunny Saturday morning in Shepparton Euroa white u13 vs CSPS Yellow.

The first game after school holidays the girls were excited to be back playing but nervous to come head-to-head to the top of the ladder.

Mia Holmes was the captain for the day and showed commitment and consistency throughout the whole game. The first two goals of the match were made by Charlotte Burden GA followed closely by Grace Burden GS.

Brianna Maher GK and Mia GD fought hard to the final whistle to keep the ball away however it wasn’t enough to finish on top.

Isla Hahnel in WD for second quarter was up against a talented boy to keep up with

forward line and it paid off as he scored the first goal.

The forward’s of Koby ross, Haimi, Ethan Saxon were locking the ball in at every occasion. Backed up by Doug Kipping, Max & Bella Beckham Euroa were again on the board in the first quarter.

The tackling pressure and field kicking was outstanding.

Euroa 3.2 (20) Leitchville/ Gunbower 0.0 (0)

With the dominance of the first quarter Coach Saxon wanted the team to press on.

Ollie Swain back from a few weeks away was chasing down everything, his tackling pressure and delivery into the forward line was exceptional.

Ethan and Koby were starting to mark well in the conditions.

Will Davey and Ben Creevy were repelling many attacks forward.

it, Isla showed great communication and teamwork throughout this quarter.

CSPS yellow defended well up to half time.

Being in lead 8 to 3. After the quick break Euroa came back strong Audrey WA, Grace and Charlotte work well together to attempt a score and keep the ball out of the opponents’ hands.

Shortly after CSPS use their skill and score their 9th goal.

Grace in GS scores closely followed by Charlottes 4th goal for the third quarter.

Bridie Simpson WD and Audrey Anderson WA showing great intercepting skills getting the ball back to Charlotte to score again.

Final quarter. Fast paced Bridie WD, Ivy Burden C and Mia Holmes GD were on fire moving the ball however, the goals didn’t arrive for us coming out 19-14 for the final whistle.

It’s great seeing these girls excel in teamwork and communication.

UNDER 14 FOOTBALL

By TROY VAN DEN BERGHE

WHAT a beautiful day for football.

Not a breath of air and full sun at Kialla reserve.

Euroa (2nd) to take on Leitchville/Gunbower (3rd).

The previous match was a tight contest all day; Coach Saxon rallied the team together to go from the first bounce.

That is exactly what happened.

From the first bounce the Ruck was won by Aaron VDB into the hands of Ollie Wilson to blast the ball forward.

There was a 3-minute window where the ball was in and out of the forward line.

Haimi Wolfenden was looking dangerous in the

Ollie Robinson, Jackson Walker & Ryder McClure, together with Blade Johns were stopping the opposition with timely tackles and great ball usage.

The forwards were again looking lively, Haimi, Patrick Murphy.

Ollie Rozema not giving an inch to the taller opponents.

Euroa 4.4 (28) Leitchville/ Gunbower 0.0 (0)

The premiership quarter was a tight tussle, no team wanting to give in.

This was a quarter played between the 2 opposing backlines.

Will Davey was outstanding, repelling the ball forward time & time again.

Blade Johns was getting on top in his duel at Full back with speed and some remarkable Shepards.

Great team work all day by Euroa.

Leitchville/ Gunbower were lifting and throwing everything at Euroa.

Haimi slotted through another goal and Euroa had skipped away to a handy lead at 3 quarter time.

Euroa 5.6 (36) Leitchville/ Gunbower 0.2 (2)

Coach Saxon asked for a 4-quarter effort from the team.

That is what he got.

Even with only one on the bench and rotations down, the team rallied to keep on fighting. Patrick Holden and Jack Sheridan continued to run, chase and tackle.

It was a great team effort. Good skills , hard running, a rock-solid defence led by Will Davey and Blade Johns Euroa came away with a great win.

Goals scorers : Haimi Wolfenden 2 , Ethan Saxon 2 , Koby Ross 2. Best players Ollie Swain, Will Davey, Ethan Saxon, Jackson Walker, Haimi Wolfenden, Blade Johns

Euroa 6.8 (44) Leitchville/ Gunbower 2.2 (14)

MIXED RESULTS: Euroa’s junior teams had a mixed bag of results in the round just gone.

A grade break 8-year Deakin Reserve hoodoo in emphatic fashion

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A GRADE

THE A grade started as a fast-paced game and very competitive, but it was Euroa who missed a few opportunities to get an early lead.

United’s fast start had Euroa under pressure in the early stages but as the quarter went on the structures of the Magpies began to fall into place which is where the separation between the two sides started.

Sophie Owen in wing defence was having a cracker of a game early with several deflections making it difficult for united to get a smooth transit into their goalers.

In the second quarter despite the game looking very even, the Magpies were able to gain a valuable lead with constant pressure throughout the court and making sure they valued every possession.

Finishing the quarter with an 11-goal lead at the main break.

The Magpie’s defence in the third was making it difficult for the Demons to score but Euroa’s goalers Mia Sudomirski and Annabelle

Gorman were giving Bree Poole and Kellie Davidson plenty of options, Mia doing a couple of long bombs from midcourt into goals catching United out of position and going into the last with a 25goal lead.

In the 4th quarter with a

comfortable lead Euroa took the opportunity to make a few changes but were still able to maintain their strong momentum with some lovely passages of play and beautiful goaling breaking a long drought with an important A grade win at Deakin Reserve.

Best players were Mia Sudomirski, Bree Poole and Sophie Owen.

B GRADE IT was practically balmy at Deakin Reserve on Saturday when Euroa’s Magpies arrived to do battle with the Shepparton United Demons.

The sun was out, almost banishing the winter chills and putting a spring in everyone’s steps.

Euroa started methodically but took some time to work their way up to their recent good form.

There were a few wayward passes and a few missed opportunities, but this did not unduly rattle the Magpies.

United however, started strongly, and looked more confident and poised during the first term.

The Demons entered the first break pumped up with possibility.

It was a very even second quarter of play, with both teams showing flashes of brilliance.

Euroa had a number of injury scares, with Sarah Ternes and Millie Watson

both forced from the court with niggling ailments that were quickly and efficiently dealt with by trainer Glen Burton.

Rhi Teichert was, once again, dominant in defence. What a sensational pick up for Euroa netball this girl has been.

Rhi was steadfast at goal defence, using her height, vertical leap and ability to read the play to her team’s benefit time and time again.

Combining well with the experience of Kelly Hill, Euroa’s defenders controlled the back half of the court with conviction.

Abbie Ellis played a number of positions on Saturday and played them all well.

Abbie fed into the goalers with skill, using precise passes to dictate movement in the ring.

Working seamlessly with Caitlyn Elliott, both players provided a valuable link between defence to the Magpies’ scoring end.

Although the Magpies eventually took the lead, United were never completely out of the game, staying close enough to ensure Euroa could not relax their efforts.

At the end of play, it was a hard fought, seven-goal win to Euroa.

Euroa 38 def Shepp United

Best players: Kelly Hill, Rhi Teichert, Caitlyn Elliott

B RESERVE DID you know the number 12 carries religious, mythological and magical symbolism, generally representing perfection, entirety or cosmic order?

Twelve was also the number of goals the Euroa B reserve team trailed by against Shepparton United on Saturday, before they mounted the comeback of the season to win by a solitary goal at the final whistle.

The Demons had complete control of the game, for much of the game.

Euroa, on the other hand, had shown glimpses of promise but silly mistakes had allowed Shepp United to establish what looked like an unassailable lead.

Demi Walker played a fabulous four quarters at goalkeeper, playing a tight, defensive game and causing a huge number of valuable turnovers.

Demi also provided constant encouragement and guidance for her teammates, dictating moves and options all over the court.

Sienna Trotter’s versatility as a player was very evident on Saturday when she played in three different positions over the course of the game.

Sienna had a definite and valuable impact on the game, from wherever she was playing it.

Her movement over the

court was deliberate and her determination to get the ball unparalleled.

Molly Redfern was outstanding at goal attack.

Her drives into attack were purposeful, her passing was clever, and her goaling was confident and accurate.

Combining beautifully in the ring with Sienna and then Maddi Murray, Molly played a very strong game for the Magpies.

Midway through the final quarter, Euroa took the lead, stunning their increasingly vocal supporters, the opposition and perhaps even themselves.

Playing percentage netball, making the right choices at the right time, and backing themselves paid dividends, and allowed Euroa to maintain their narrow one goal lead until the final whistle thankfully sounded.

There were jubilant scenes as the team realized what they had achieved, with high fives and hugs for all team members and their coaches.

Euroa now need to maintain this momentum for next week, when they will meet up with strong rivals Seymour at Memorial Oval.

Euroa 40 def Shepp United 39 Best players awarded by the coach: Demi Walker, Sienna Trotter, Molly Redfern.

UNDER 17s

THE under 17s started the game strongly in the first quarter, playing under blue skies at Deakin Reserve.

However, it did not take Shepp United long to lift their game and dominate the court.

Maggie Pittock, Chloe Townsend and Chloe Salter kept up the pressure in defence throughout the match.

However, while Euroa’s defence was fierce, applying pressure at every opportunity, Shepp United were equally as determined and their shooting accuracy was unmatched as they continued to net goals.

By the fourth quarter the Euroa girls were tiring and suffering from injuries from stumbles and falls.

Ultimately, Shepp United were far too strong, defeating Euroa 63 to 18. Bella Van der Schoor was best on court, followed by Chloe Salter and Maggie Pittock.

Even with the challenging scoreline, the Magpie’s perseverance and determination was evident throughout the game.

Despite facing a significant point deficit, Euroa continued to give their all until the final whistle.

Euroa 63 def Shepp United 18 Best players: Bella Van der Schoor, Chloe Salter, Maggie Pittock.

FROM LONG RANGE: Abby Ellis shoots at goal.

PHOTOS: Raelee Jager

STEADY IN GOAL: Bree Pool goes through her routine to complete another Euroa goal.

SCANNING THE COURT: Kellie Davidosn looks for a teammate to present a lead.

NOT GIVING AN INCH: Tylah Marchbank closley defends the United Goaler.

Reserves lose in a thriller

RobbieWilson,inhisroleascaptain,workedhardtobeafocalpointfortheteam

EFNC - RESERVES FOOTBALL

By TONY BRODIE

OUR Euroa reserves took to the field with help from thirds players and mates who made up the numbers.

From the first bounce both teams worked hard to win the ball and hit the scoreboard with both teams finishing the first quarter with scores of five goals and two behinds coming from high-quality passages of football.

The second quarter was going to be very interesting, with both sides supporters thinking who would break away and setup a good lead.

Unfortunately, it was not the Magpies as the Shepparton United team scored five goals to our one leaving our Euroa team behind by four goals.

The third quarter was going to be a challenge, with Captain Robbie Wilson asking the players to put in a strong effort in this quarter.

Our players took to the task, playing very good foot-

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ball with clean passages resulting in Euroa going to the three-quarter time break with a lead of one pointwhich was a great fight back.

The last quarter was again a good contest by both teams with both trying to hit the scoreboard.

It was a see-sawing affair with both giving their all to score and control the game however the Shepparton United side were able to just hold on and win the game by three points.

This was a good game of reserves football with supporters from both sides encouraging their players to win the ball and game.

Our team was best served by Peter Cairns who was everywhere, playing on-ball and forward. JD Hayes was another who worked hard to win the ball and bring his teammates into the game.

Robbie Wilson, in his role as captain, worked hard to be a focal point for the team up forward and on-ball.

Our rucks lead by Heath Downie worked hard - as-

sisted very well by Ben Harrison. Josh Robertson in his first game back from a hand injury performed well, working hard at the stoppages giving good run over the ground.

Although it is disappointing to lose it was a very good effort by the group to only go down by three points.

Discipline is something we must watch going forward as it can hurt during the course of the games.

To the thirds players and mates who helped us to make up numbers a big thank you.

Euroa 12.9.81 defeated by United 13.6.84.

Goal Kickers Euroa: Robbie Wilson (4), Peter Cairns (3), Josh Robertson (2), Ben Harrison (2), James Ivill (1)

Best Players: Peter Cairns, Josh Robertson, James Hayes, James Ivill, Robbie Wilson, Ben Harrison

UNDER 18s

ROUND 13 kicked off with Shepparton United hosting the Under 18’s at Deakin Re-

serve under blue skies with no chance of rain, a pleasant change on the recent weather. Numbers were a challenge again this week with four players stepping up to the seniors.

Cale Robertson traded the boundary whistle for a jumper to help-out along with three United lads who had a real crack for the ‘Pies.

The entire game was played in a competitive nature that the final score did not reflect, with United having to work extremely hard to get over the ‘Pies.

The first quarter was an even affair with both teams having equal time in their respective forward lines, the Euroa boys just couldn’t get the ball into scoring positions. Tynan Cummins marked strongly in defence to repel United. Robert Lawrence was strong across half back, Ed Tilton was playing his man on man contested football and running off when the opportunity presented.

Blake Hepworth was relishing his role in the mid

field providing a strong body at the contest, giving first opportunity at the ball to his teammates, until he had to call for the lap running substitute “pickle juice”.

Clean use of the ball by Euroa resulted in Alif Chambers marking within scoring range resulting in a behind.

Caid Miller was everywhere in the second quarter intercepting marks, busting contests and winning ruck contests.

Kusuma Wolfenden had multiple possessions and his confidence and decision making is growing each week.

Brodie Hamill was putting in another solid effort this week, a strong mark and resulting 50m penalty put him in scoring range for a behind.

Bailey Allen was having a good game and then had a run in the ruck in the third quarter, resulting in four of the first five centre clearances to Euroa.

Dublin Anderson was providing his usual run and consistency.

Kusuma Wolfenden received a free kick and hit Blake Hepworth on the lead, who kicked Euroa’s first goal.

Walter Jackson, like other players, had a run on the ball today and looks to have gained half a yard or maybe it was the Thailand suntan.

Euroa moved the ball through a chain of kicks and Tynan Cummins marked and kicked truly for Euroa’s second goal.

Ned Ivill continued this year’s very consistent form and along with Tynan Cummins backed up in the reserves game.

As mentioned, Euroa put together some very good passages of footy and the game was far more even than the final score indicated.

Euroa 2.2.14 defeated by United 22.12.144

Best players: Bailey Allen, Ned Ivill, Caid Miller, Brodie Hamill, Tynan Cummins, Blake Hepworth Goal kickers: Tynan Cummins (1), Blake Hepworth (1)

Competition resumes - MTA enters agreement with Mansfield Shire to manage property

By RHONDA CARPENTER

THE Euroa winter women’s tennis competition resumed after the midwinter break with much excitement after some missed opportunities before the break.

Players arrived at the Euroa courts, attempted to warmup but the slippery surface was deemed unplayable, and the match cancelled.

The Terip courts too were wetter than expected.

Moglonemby hosted Benalla but were able to get through in a tight contest.

Luckily Mansfield Black and Mansfield Blue had begun early for their match at home to complete the round.

Grey damp skies threatened, and light rain briefly interrupted play during the contest.

The sun peeped through, and everyone was delighted to be on court.

The opening sets were determined by tiebreakers with Blue’s Michelle Pigdon, Peta Kelly, Sophie Yencken and Clare Beecham winning both.

The current and former club champions combined superbly all day with strong baseline hitting and clever courtcraft

Black’s Liza Karras, Jenny Bell, Rhonda Carpenter, Di Bergelin, welcomed Di Ellis back into the fold, and battled hard but could not match Blue’s class in the remaining sets. Blue won 6/48 to Black’s 0/17.

Moglonemby hosted Benalla who had welcomed Mog’s Robyn Johnston into their side.

The match was hotly con-

tested and briefly interrupted by rain.

Judy Sands, Debbie Seach, Mary Kelly, and Lyn Johnson narrowly took both openers.

The next pairings went one each way and then Benalla’s Kate Campbell, Maureen Jewell, Helen Chetuti with Johnston, powered on in the final sets.

Despite them winning both, one in a tiebreak, Mo-

glonemby sealed the win by three games.

Moglonemby won 3/41 to Benalla’s 3/38. Washouts were recorded for Seven Creeks versus Mansfield Red, and Terip versus Euroa.

Ladder: Terip 51, Euroa 49, Moglonemby 47, Benalla 40, Mansfield Black 33, Seven Creeks 29, Mansfield Blue 19, Mansfield Red 12. Recent off court develop-

ments include an upgraded playground, external painting, a shade structure adjacent to the playing surfaces, and a new agreement with the local council.

Mansfield Tennis Association has occupied Elvins Street land owned by the Mansfield Shire Council from 1963.

Over time, MTA has developed and administered this excellent sports facility.

All buildings, playing facilities and improvements are owned by the association.

Five years ago, council sought to enter some form of lease to allow MTA to continue to operate as a tennis club on the land.

While MTA has always been supportive, original proposals did not reflect the relationship built and the on-

going purposes of the club.

After a significant amount of recent negotiation involving the MTA committee and council’s executive, both parties have formalised an arrangement to see MTA well into the future.

Effective July 1, MTA will become a community asset committee of council (previously called a committee of management) with the responsibility of occupying and managing the applicable land on council’s behalf.

This appointment will be for an initial period of 10 years to July 1, 2033.

An unlimited amount of further 10 options is then available for MTA to exercise at our prerogative only.

The committee is well pleased with this new agreement and commends it to the MTA membership.

MANSFIELD BLACK: Liza Karras, Jenny Bell, Rhonda Carpenter and Di Bergelin (Di Ellis absent).

PHOTO: Sophie Yencken

KICK AWAY: Ned Ivill gets put to ball as his opponent closes him down.

DECISION TO MAKE: Heath Downie surveys the field looking for a target.

PRESSURE ON: Brodie Asquith races to beat his man to the ball. PHOTOS: Raelee Jager

Nagambie too strong for gallant Redlegs

By IAN SHINER

THE Longwood Redlegs C grade team has done it again recording a strong 9-goal (42 to 33) win over the higher ranked Nagambie side at the Lakeside court in round 12 action.

Michelle Groom dominated and Christie Atkins provided valuable support and the team is looking to finish the season strongly.

The under 17s side put in a good team performance against quality opposition in the second placed Nagambie Best on court was awarded to Skye Tippett and the coaches award went to the determined Ebony Harper.

The B grade side struggled against tough opposition with the best players at opposite ends of the court.

Shooter Emily Jenkinson and the ever-reliable defend-

Friday, July 21

er Serena Bleckwehl were our leading lights.

Our A graders, with their highest score of the season, enjoyed a free-flowing contest in their 67 - 42 loss to the 5th placed Lakers combination.

Hannah Blamey a standout in a good team effort.

The Avenel Cafe helper of the day award went to Monique Allison for her tireless efforts.

Essendon vs. Western Bulldogs (MRVL) (N)

Saturday, July 22

Richmond vs. Hawthorn (MCG)

Carlton vs. West Coast Eagles (MRVL)

Brisbane Lions vs. Geelong Cats (G) (T)

Fremantle vs. Sydney Swans (OS) (N)

Port Adelaide vs. Collingwood (AO) (N)

Sunday, July 23

Euroa Gazette ........97

Rodwells ........................96

Hunter Rural ..................91

GWS GIANTS vs. Gold Coast SUNS (MO)

Melbourne vs. Adelaide Crows (MCG)

St Kilda vs. North Melbourne (MRVL) (T)

All three football teams found the finals bound Nagambie sides too much to overcome but all sides were able to put together some good passages of ball movement.

The creative Bailey McMurtrie showed the way for the senior Redlegs with excellent support from the J. Formosa’s and defenders Dillon Hardy and Nathan Watson. The reserves were best

served by the consistent Zayde McLeod Dylan Barrett super veteran Michael Hanson and Joshua Ferguson.

The team leaders Harry Shiner Seth Kilroy Nathan Groom Luke Allison and Tom Skinner were the strong performers for the under 18 side.

The Redlegs have a welcome weekend off this week before their round 13 game against Gigarre at Gigarre on Sunday, July 30.

Match ball sponsors for the week were Board Games and Battlegrounds representative Sarah tossed the coin before proceedings commeneced in the senior football.

TOSS OF THE COIN:

PHOTO: LFNC

Magpies exorcise Demons

EUROA’S senior side took to Deakin Reserve in Shepparton for the first time in 2023 with a few changes to the team that defeated Benalla in very heavy conditions the week before.

Out of the side were Jayden Gleeson (soreness), Keily Jager (broken nose from Thursday night training) and JD Hayes.

Into the team were Marcus Varley, Cohen Paul and Linc McKernan.

The match began as a seesawing affair with the home side looking to run the ball fast into their forward line in the hope of catching the Euroa team on the back foot.

Adam Giobbi – playing in his 50th senior game for the club –was brilliant early as he led well,

converted with the first goal of the match and was about to have a go at two goals in two minutes when in the process of taking the mark he copped an errant knee to the mouth.

This sidelined him for 15 minutes or so, yet he was to return with a vengeance and finish the match with 5 goals.

Ruckman Andrew Smith was giving his midfield of Will Hayes, Max Gleeson, Andrew Bell and Captain Jacob Gleeson an armchair ride all-round the ground.

This meant the rest of the team were able to get in on the action, none more-so than the youthful Mitchell Walters, Will Creevey and Cohen Paul (3 goals).

These boys were very ably backed up by the cool heads of

Ryan Hill and Jack Frewen (who was playing another outstanding game on the opposition’s best player).

The floodgates started to open up in the second half as Lachie Hill (2 goals) and Nate Stewart (2 goals) got in on the action.

Not to be outdone, however, was the sensational Jett Trotter who proceeded to boot 4 goals in the last quarter alone to cap off an excellent team effort.

With traditional rivals Seymour this weekend coming – July 22 – at Memorial Oval in Euroa, it is sure to be a massive day for the club and for this team.

The game starts at 2pm so make sure you are there.

Euroa 21.19.145 defeated United 7.7.49

SCORES: ROUND 13

Shepp United vs Euroa Q1

49145

7.7

GOALS: SHEPPARTON UNITED: Jayden Magro

4, Sheldon Bogdan 1, Robbie Mifka 1, Liam Serra 1. EUROA: Adam Giobbi 5, Jett Trotter 5, Cohen Paul 3, Lachlan Hill 2, Nathan Stewart 2, Will Creevey 1, Jacob Gleeson 1, Zac Gleeson

1, Ryan Pendlebury 1. BEST: SHEPPARTON

UNITED: Liam Serra, Declan Newbound, Fergus Pinnuck, Jayden Magro, Sheldon Bogdan.

EUROA: Andrew Smith, Will Hayes, Max Gleeson, Adam Giobbi, Jett Trotter.

COOL AND COMPOSED: Cohen Paul offloads a handball amoungst heavy Shepparton United pressure.

CHASE DOWN: Marcus Varley wraps up his opponent.

MILESTONE MAN: In his 50th game for the club Swingman Adam Giobbi played a starring role booting home 5 majors.

UP AND OVER: Ruckman Andrew Smith leaps over his opponent etching another hitout. Smith his total hitout tally for the day totalling 50 along with a cool 21 disposals.

PHOTOS: Raelee Jager