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Phone: (03) 5775 2115
Wednesday, August 3, 2022 $1.50 inc GST
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Incorporating
Phone: (03) 5775 2115
Wednesday, August 3, 2022 $1.50 inc GST
TO say the Mansfield Shire’s economy had kicked off again would be an understatement.
Following two years of COVIDravaged trading, local businesses are experiencing a deluge of customers and clients, with many scampering to keep up with demand.
The snow season is undoubtedly playing a big part in this.
As locals would have seen, tourists have been flocking to the mountains in the thousands, with over 250,000 visitors hitting Buller and Stirling’s slopes already.
Previous comparable records in 2018 and 2019 have been broken by almost double, the lag time from town stopovers unquestionably benefiting local traders.
But the positivity surrounding the district’s economy is also tempered by those experiencing issues arising in the post-COVID era.
Wes Mudge, executive officer at the Mansfield District Business Association, reports that their members are pleased that lockdowns are over and the snow trade has been strong for Mt Buller businesses and themselves.
But he also highlighted some concerns.
“All businesses and staff are facing their own industry-specific struggles,” said Mr Mudge.
“With the countrywide staff shortages many businesses are operating below ideal staffing levels, causing longer service delivery times.
“As customers, we need to be tolerant.”
Mr Mudge also noted the ongoing local issue of affordable housing;
something he said is limiting the region’s economy.
“Demand is exceeding supply and pushing up rents and house prices,” he said.
Local state member for Eildon and Shadow Minister for Economic Development, Cindy McLeish, echoed these sentiments, noting that until there’s a further shift, many businesses will continue to boom on the one hand, while navigating evolving operational issues.
“The thing I am hearing everywhere, and so are my colleagues across the state, is about staffing,” said Ms McLeish.
“Until we have students and backpackers return, there’s going to
be a lot of pressure on hospitality and tourism jobs.
“Mansfield would be particularly noticing it.”
Proposed residential and commercial developments continue to go through council and divide local opinion.
Mansfield Shire Council is positive about the district’s economic outlook, and say that they’re aware of these changes and pressures, and are looking ahead to support residents and businesses in a time of record growth.
“As our population grows, so too grows our community’s expectations for things to do, new eateries, retail spaces and other business
offerings to support our changing demographic,” said Mayor James Tehan.
“That’s why we’ve invested in a new car park, which supports increased traffic in our central business district.
“Council has been able to advocate for increased funding to deliver high value projects that contribute to our shire’s economic development.
“Council also offers custom support for businesses through its dedicated business support program which all businesses in the shire have access to.
“Local business is well equipped to grow and council has the supports in place to strategically oversee and support this growth in the right direction.”
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Mansfield is a beautiful, bustling regional centre and I love representing this town, and all of Indi, in Parliament.
Supporting local businesses means boosting local jobs, keeping money in our communities and giving our young people rewarding careers close to home.
I am working to ensure the Government supports business properly, including by addressing the housing shortage in regional Australia.
Local businesses need our backing. In this time, I encourage you to shop locally where you can, and choose local businesses and community groups.
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Business name: Mansfield Power AG formerly Stihl Shop Mansfield
Years in Operation: 25 years
Opening Hours: 8am-5pm Mon-Fri and 8:30am-12pm Sat
Who’s who in your business: Over the past 7 years we have grown our business from 3 people when we took over to 11.
Describe your field of expertise:
Providing expert sales, service and parts to the home user, professional and farmer.
Did you know?
We are a third generation business. I have sold product to people who have purchased off my grandfather at Croydon Mowers, my father at Doncaster Mower and later Yarra Glen Mower & Tractor Centre; and now ourselves at Mansfield Power AG.
We guarantee:
To supply the best available product on the market to suit the consumers’ needs. We offer onsite visits to ensure we select the product to suit your needs based on budget and need.
Supporting local business is important because?
Keeping things local is very important. It enables us to grow and employ locals who in turn spread their knowledge and income throughout the community. We take pride & joy in sponsoring a lot of community groups and sporting clubs.
Business name: Global Ballooning Australia
Years in operation: This year marks our 30th put down roots in the very beginning.
Opening Hours: permitting.
Who’s who in your business: Georgia Croft is operating as her ground crew and heading up marketing in the region. Both girls broke into the industry in 2017 and have lived and breathed ballooning ever since.
Did you know?:
can consistently hot air balloon in the afternoons –of ballooning without waking up before the sun! We guarantee:
Supporting local business is important because?:
that is good for the whole community and continues to make living the dream here even better!
Testimonial:
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Business name: Delatite Wines
Years in operation: Delatite Vineyards was established in 1968. The original winery and cellar door was built in 1982 and last year we opened a new cellar door and dining room.
Opening Hours: 11am – 5pm for tastings in our cellar door and 12pm – 5pm in the dining room + until late on Saturdays.
Who’s who in your business: Delatite is a family owned and run business. It was started by Robert and Vivienne Ritchie. Their son, David Ritchie is now the Managing Director.
Winemaker: Andy Browning
Vineyard Manager: Matthew Greene.
Vineyard: Brad Leary
Garden and Logistics: Anna Shinns
Head Chef: Alwyn Ong
Kitchen: Saskia Mueller
Summit Club Guru: Amanda Hupe
Events: Jean Harding
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Open 7 days a week 11am - 5pm + 6pm - 10.30pm Saturday night.
Marketing: Polly Ritchie
Cellar door: Monica Culican
Dining room: Renata Caia
We specialise in making and growing natural wines.
All our wines are vegan friendly. All Estate and Family Reserve block wines are grown biodynamically at Delatite.
We guarantee: Some of the best views in the area as well as delicious wines and seasonal, and locally sourced food.
because: Our family has a long history in farming and timber town to an all-yearround destination. A lot has changed since then and it is great to see so many new businesses servicing the town and helping it grow. We are lucky to live in a farming community.
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“Our highlight for the weekend was lunch at the take in the spectacular views. The wines are delicious and the food divine.”
Business name:
District Property Group.
Years in operation:
Just celebrated our 7th Birthday.
Opening Hours: 7 days a week! Office is open:
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm.
Saturday and Sunday 9am –3pm.
Who’s who in your business:
Jenny Gould – Director & Licensed Estate Agent
Natalie Moggach – Sales Associate
Allana Storer – Sales Associate
Jessica Berton – Sales Associate
Imogen Richter – Property Manager
Bernadette Caminos –
Reception, Accounts and Property Management Support
Describe your field of expertise:
Property management, marketing and sales.
Did you know?
We donate $1,000 to the Mansfield Football and Netball Club for every property we sell for their members or anyone referred to DPG by a member.
We guarantee:
To work incredibly hard to make selling or leasing your property as easy and profitable as possible.
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Supporting local business is important because?
Business name: Mansfield Holiday Letting
Years in operation: The business was established in 1999. I started working here in 2015 and brought the business in 2016
Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm but on-call 24/7
Who’s who in your business:
Leith Mounsey – Owner/ Operator
Rebecca Barrett – Office Assistant
And an awesome team of cleaners and maintenance crew
Describe your field of expertise: We specialise in holiday rental accommodation in and around Mansfield. We pride ourselves on our exceptional management and our high standards of service to both landlords and guests.
Did you know? Unlike real-estate agents, our focus is simply Holiday Letting. No property sales or rentals
We guarantee: Whether you are a property owner, first time guest or a returning guest, we guarantee a professional, honest and down to earth experience every time.
Supporting local business is important because? We employ local and give back to the community through sporting awards, sponsorship (particularly for the youth of Mansfield), fundraising donations and we work together with other local businesses to promote their business to our guests, all of which contributes to keeping our beautiful town thriving.
Business name: Barefoot Studio Pilates & Physiotherapy
Years in operation: 5 years
Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 6:15am - 7:15pm
Who’s who in your business:
Barefoot Studio brings together a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals from the new, fresh purpose-built Pilates studio in Eisners Lane.
Cherie Worthington - is the founder and owner of Barefoot Studio. Cherie brings all of her passion and years of experience to her Reformer and Clinical Pilates classes.
Chee Ting - Physiotherapist and Pilates Instructor
Kimberly Marsden - Myotherapist & Pilates Instructor
Tash Logan - Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor
Amy Jewson - Exercise Science and Pilates Instructor
Kerry Smith - Pilates Instructor
Everyone is warmly welcomed to an atmosphere that is inviting and supportive. We believe in inclusive exercise and creating a community where everyone enjoys a positive experience, gaining improvements in their physical and mental health. The focus of Barefoot Studio is evidence-based practice – where teaching and treatment is adapted from current research and
Group Reformer Fitness Pilates
Chronic Pain Management
Pre and Post Natal Courses
Exercise Rehabilitation Classes
Physiotherapy Consultations
We have 40 classes per week to choose from whether you are looking for a Group Reformer Pilates Class or a Clinical Pilates Class with our Physiotherapist tailored to you. We have two treatment rooms, where you can book an appointment to see our Physiotherapist Chee or with Kimberly Marsden from Keep Active Myotherapy, we have something for everyone.
Business Name: Mansfield Carpets and Blinds
Years in operation:
1 year but over 40 years experience
Opening hours: 9am -7pm, 7 days
Who’s who in your business?
Steve & Kerry Curtin , Locally owned and operated
Did you know?
We guarantee: We are a community-minded, inclusive wellness centre with the goal of providing holistic, practical healthcare. We understand that everybody’s needs are unique, and our approach looking for.
Through one of the toughest global situations we have seen, supporting the local businesses has never been more important. Barefoot Studio enjoys being involved in and giving back to the local community. We believe if we all support local businesses we can contribute to a sustainable local economy and healthier, happier communities.
“I attend a small group class every week and my body responds positively every time. I love how Cherie listens to my goals and builds a program to get me where I am trying to go. I appreciate the time she takes to guide my form, encourage me to improve and push me beyond what’s comfortable. The results are tangible: in core strength, stamina and mindset.” M.Z
“We just had Mansfield Carpets & Blinds replace our old carpets with beautiful new wool carpet in our bedrooms. We highly recommend them, they did an amazing job and we are so happy with our new carpet”
– Kate McDougall
We only use local suppliers and service all the shire as well as Mt Buller. We are a carpet and flooring store, carpet repairs service, timber and carpet tiles, blinds and shutters.
We guarantee:
All workmanship
Supporting local business is important because: It keeps our families here in the district
Business name: R.J.Clarke Farm Fencing & Rural Contracting.
Years in operation: 17 years.
Opening Hours: 8 – 5pm Monday to Friday 8 – 12pm Saturday. Closed Sunday and Public Holidays.
Who’s who in your business: Rob and Kerry Clarke. –Husband and Wife owned and operated
Describe your field of expertise: All areas of rural to specialist fencing including chain mesh security fencing. Entrances, feature fencing and bespoke timber gates. We supply and install solar powered gate openers. We offer all rural solutions for smaller lot holdings.
Did you know? We specialize in horse fencing, as we have both been involved in the horse industry for many years. We also build on request outdoor bespoke hardwood furninture.
We guarantee: Quality assurance. We back our products and workmanship.
Supporting local business is important because? Supporting local business keeps our town thriving.
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Mansfield Real Estate (MRE) has been successful in selling and leasing residential, rural, lifestyle, commercial and development Real Estate over the past 25 years through out the Mansfield District.
MRE saw a change of hands in May 2021 when Nea Leydon and Adam Holland purchased the business.
Nea has a background of nearly 20 years experience in the local Real Estate industry and is proud to continue to build MRE's reputation in providing the best possible Real Estate service to our new and esablished clients alike.
Our sales team including Nea, Andrew and Peter draw upon their collective local knowledge and experience in Sales and Real Estate to help clients through all stages of buying and selling properties to ensure a smooth and hastle free transaction for all parties.
Our permanent rentals are well looked after with our dynamic duo of Claire and Debbie making sure to maximize each properties full letting potential.
MRE will be implementing a new business venture, Mansfield Holiday Homes in the coming months. We will be offering a full management service to Holiday Home owners throughout the district. Our superstars Jaimie and John will front our new Holiday Rental department with the support of our full team.
MRE has been built on local services and we believe in supporting the local community. Nea is continuing the family tradition as her parents are also local business owners and a staple in the Mansfiled Community.
Mansfield Real Estate's Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00am -5:00am
Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday: By appointment only
Business name: Mansfield Tyre Service & Rent a car
Years in operation: Over 28 years, new ownership Dec 2021
Opening Hours: Monday 8.30am-5pm. Sat 8.30am -12.30pm
Calls out available on request
Who’s who in your business: Mark Eden owner and qualified tyre technician for race cars and passenger cars, John is our all rounder mechanic, two trainee’s Jake and Callum, Miss Jane is our Admin superstar.
Mark Eden
Describe your field of expertise: Tyre, rims, batteries, punctures, brake replacements, exhaust, light mechanic service, and car rentals.
Did you know?: We are the only independent tyre store in Mansfield.
We guarantee: Your safety is our priority. We exceed the local customers expectations on time everytime. Supporting local business is important because:? The locals are our business.
NEW NAME same GREAT LOCAL SERVICE
Business name: AFESS Accurate Fire & Electrical Safety Service
Years in operation: 10 years
Opening Hours: 7am – 5pm Monday - Friday 8am – 12pm Saturday
Who is who in your business: We are family owned and operated by myself Jock Christopher and Kate Christopher. Describe your field of expertise: Safety & Compliance – Electrical Test & Tag – Fire Service & Safety – Smoke Alarm Inspections.
Did you know: Locally owned & operated. Fire appliance sales & services. Fully Mobile. Supporting local business is important because:
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Business name: SBD Plumbing & Gas
Years in operation: 3 years
Who’s who in your business?
Shaun & Danielle Wade – Husband & Wife team + our laborer Glenn Rekers. AKA – The “A” Team
Describe your field of expertise: We supply & install Wood & Gas Heaters & Split System. Shaun is a fully licensed gas plumber.
Testimonial from Barry Mahoney, Mansfield.
Yep, boy’s and girls did an awesome job, nothing was a problem (except that lintel) which was sorted...
Very professional and tidy..
Thanks guy’s...
Would highly recommend S.B.D Plumbing... Cheers.
Shop 6F 20 Highett Street
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm 5753 6624
Email: sbdplumbing@gmail.com
Did you know? We are a one stop shop. We supply and install our heaters & split systems, so there is no need to look any further.
We guarantee: Great value for money & a professional service from start to finish.
Supporting local Business is important because: It’s not just our future in the town; it’s our children’s future too! Shop local & make it count!
We will offer 20% off all Toolsets and Accessories for the month of August 2022.
Business name:
Dosser Panel & Paint
Years in operation:
Locally owned since 1969 – 1 ½ years under new management.
Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8am till 5pm.
Who’s who in your business:
We can also assist you in lodging your claim over the phone or online, we even offer contactless quoting –contact us to find out how.
We guarantee:
That you will be updated throughout the repair process and drive away delighted in your newly repaired vehicle.
Manager/ Estimator – Andrew, Administration – Kate, Panel Beaters – Rory, Michael, Matt & Blake, Spray Painters – Brandon & Ben.
expertise:
Motor vehicle smash repairs. Specialising in accident claims and private work.
We treasure the relationship we build with our customers weather we meet with them once or assist again in the future. Owning a business in a small town and helping locals not only forms a stronger community and a more personalized customer service, but you also feel you become part of a bigger family.
Business name: Buffalo Built.
Years in operation: The company has been building sheds for 23+ years.
Opening hours: 7:30am – 5:00pm.
Who’s who in your business: Ross Barker (Managing Director), John Teiffel (Project Manager), Kelly West (Sales Consultant), Karen Bennett (Administration Clerk) and Kiarha West (Planning & Permit Administrator).
Describe your field of expertise: Registered builders – full project management of rural & domestic sheds.
Did you know? We can help design a structure to suit your budget and your property. We offer a turn key solution from permit to completion.
What’s a product or service that’s new to your business? We have an in house Planning and Permit Administrator who liaises with councils, taking the stress out of it for the customer.
Supporting local is important because? It strengthens the local economy and provides jobs and helps the local community keep food on the table.
When repeat customer Ross Barlow needed another shed he knew just who to call. He first dealt with Ross Barker three years ago and was impressed enough that he didn’t need to look at other options this time around. “When this job came along I just went to Ross and said ‘Do your best’.”
He fully trusted that the team would get the job done right and at the right price. “I had a good experience with them delivering on time and as promised so it was an easy decision,” he says “Once again I’m happy with how it all went.”
He describes the process as “hassle free” regarding permits and project management from the team.
“If we have a need for another one, Buffalo Built will be the first call I make!”
Business name: Williams Hunt & Bett
Years in operation: 51 (established by The Hon Marie Tehan in 1971).
Opening Hours: 9.00 a.m. until 5.00 p.m. (and otherwise by arrangement)
Who’s who in your business: Martin Hunt and Stuart Bett, Partners/ Principals of the firm; Susan Ryan, Family Lawyer, Estates and claims pursuant to Part IV of the Administration and Probate Act; Tony Williams, Consultant; Belinda Caldow Senior Conveyancer; Christina Ratten, Wills, Probate and Estates; Stacy Mackray, Personal Assistant to Susan Ryan; Michele Abela, Receptionist and diary manager.
Describe your field of expertise: A solid general practice, broadly in the areas of Property Conveyancing (and all aspects of property law); Commercial and Farm Leases; Wills, Powers of Attorney and estates; Farm succession planning; sales of business; Trusts; commercial law; Family Law; commercial litigation; estate litigation (including claims for provision pursuant to Part IV of the Administration & Probate
Act); commercial litigation; Mansfield Magistrates’ Court Appearances by Martin Hunt (with over 30 years’ experience in Court Appearances), including both criminal and commercial matters, road traffic offences, firearms offences etcetera; we can provide either specific or general advice on any legal matter and in the latter case, if the matter is not within our particular field of expertise we can brief Counsel (i.e. Barristers to provide advice and appear in Court) or refer you to another legal firm if necessary.
Did you know?
Our principal “bread and butter” work is property conveyancing and not only are we described as ‘lawyers and conveyancers’ in our Title but ironically many clients say “we didn’t know that you do property conveyancing”, including established clients, even though lawyers solely acted in property conveyancing before Conveyancing Companies ever existed (which is only in the past 30 or 40 years). Further as lawyers who are closely regulated by legislation and the state, we offer a full suite of services and such
things as a Trust Account, full indemnity insurance cover and our conveyancing clerks are supervised by lawyers with decades of experience. Presently in our office our lawyers have a combined 130 years of experience. We offer all of this and our property conveyancing costs are competitive with those of the conveyancing companies. We can also advise simultaneously on other matters that inevitably arise in property matters. We always work to guarantee: Punctual, quality and courteous service to all of our clients. Every client’s matter is of importance to them, and to us.
Supporting local business is important because:
We provide employment to local people. The income we generate remains in the community and the expertise we have means that clients can be serviced in a timely manner in their home town without having to travel many kilometres and hours away for the same service, at far greater cost.
Business name: Mansfield Newsagency and Stationers. Years in operation: Coming up to our 19th anniversary in October.
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 6am-5.30pm Sat 6am-4pm Sun 6am1pm.
Who’s who in your business: Frank and Moya (pictured), owners and operators, Steph, Linda, Joyce and Anita and our Junior superstars Jack and Audrey.
Describe your field of expertise: magazine & newspapers, high country maps & directories, stationery, cards & wrap, toys, games & souvenirs, art supplies and we are your local Lego specalists Did you know? Free local delivery is available for stationery orders and our large range of art supplies and toys.
We guarantee: Good smile, good laugh and great service.
manaunew@mansfield.net.au
Supporting local business is important to us because? We would like to do a special shout out to all our loyal customers we wouldn’t be here without their continued support.
Business name: Dejai’s cleaning and gardening services
Years in operation: 2 Years
Opening Hours: 0900 – 1700 (winter) 0800 – 1800 (summer)
Who’s who in your business: Ewen & Dale are my gardeners. Caz & Guy are my cleaners with the introduction of Nathan in the coming months. I, Dejai, cover all areas and run the business.
We over all areas of cleaning and gardening.
Home cleaning / Air BnB / holiday homes / commercial. New home cleans or exiting home cleans. Carpet and upholstery cleaning. Window cleaning (limited to inspection only).
All aspects of mowing / ride-on mowing. Whipper snipping. Hedging / blowing. Weeding or spraying. General garden maintenance. Together we have over 40 years of experience. We guarantee: A satisfaction on both behalves. It keeps local people in local jobs. Let
Mowing, ride-on mowing, whipper snipping, hedging, blowing, weeding, spraying, general garden maintenance.
Business name:
Canavan Ray White Mansfield
Years in operation:
Longest standing Real Estate Agency in Mansfield, established in 1966.
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Agent’s phones are always available.
Who’s who in your business:
Missy Daly - Director / Sales Agent / Licensed Estate Agent
Matt Daly - Director / Sales Agent
Lee Denton - Sales Manager / Sales Agent / Licensed Estate Agent
Ellie Kipping - Sales Agent / Licensed Estate Agent
Toni Maynes - Sales Agent
Naomi Martin - Marketing Co-ordinator
Charli White - Administration / Property Management
Mandy Snell - Property Management / Administration
Wiesha Sherwood - Property Management / Administration
Michelle Spencer - Property Management / Administration
Describe your field of expertise:
As a third generation family business, Missy and Matt have focused on taking the business forward with a contemporary approach, focussing on innovative marketing strategies, advanced systems and merging with Australia’s largest real estate group, Ray White. They specialise in residential sales, commercial property sales, developments, land subdivisions and in recent months, have built a gold standard property management division.
We guarantee:
Honesty, Knowledge, Professionalism
Testimonial:
“Missy and Matt went above and beyond their call of duty. They are both extremely professional and obviously know their stuff. They put in a huge effort with a friendly manner. Has changed my perception of the real estate game.” Vanessa
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Each year since establishment in 2007, the over $923,746!
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This community investment is made possible simply because of the customers
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