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Teamwork on wheels By KYLIE WILSON
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John Myles and Renata Lewis can often be found cycling throughout Wangaratta and beyond and said it boosts their health and wellbeing as well as benefiting the environment. PHOTO: Kylie Wilson
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FROM families enjoying regular rides to school and work, to fun loving tourists freewheeling their way around the region’s various bike trails, cycling in the North East continues to grow and evolve. Among those helping develop the local cycling scene are members of the Wangaratta Cycling Reference Group Strategy (WBRG). The group has been operating in the area for around two years and has a vision of increasing cycling through creating a vibrant and dynamic cycling culture across the Rural City of Wangaratta. They aim to be a voice for the needs of the broader cycling community, share information and enhance local cycling opportunities. Among the group’s dedicated members are veteran cyclists Renata Lewis and John Myles, both of whom know the roads around Wangaratta and district like the backs of their hands. Renata, also a member of Wangaratta Out and About, can be seen cycling in and around Wangaratta as part of her daily routine. She chooses to use cycling as her main means of transport to benefit not only her health, but also the environment by reducing her carbon footprint. “I do it because I enjoy it and because I can,” she said. “It’s a very healthy activity.” Renata said cycling has become a more respected activity in the North East in recent years, and with many facilities much improved there are plenty of reasons for people of all ages to get into the pastime. She believes road safety has also improved, with most motorists taking more care around cyclists. continued page |
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Renting retirees need Fabulous figs good savings THE Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) has released its Retirement Standard updates for the December 2016 quarter showing a slight increase in the cost of living for retirees. The Association also released new figures showing Sydney retirees relying on the private rental market for accommodation would need more than $1 million in super savings, as would all retiree couples living in Australian capital cities. Single retirees renting outside Sydney slip under the million dollar indicator. ASFA CEO Dr Martin Fahy said whether single or in a couple, renting retirees in Sydney, that is those without a debt-free family home, were at a distinct financial disadvantage and would need about $1,045,000 and $1,166,000 at retirement respectively to reach the ASFA comfortable standard. “This compares to $545,000 for a single and $640,000 for a couple who own their own home,� he said. “For a single person renting privately in Sydney, around $320,000 is needed to support even a modest standard of living in retirement, with a couple needing around $450,000 to support a modest budget.� Dr Fahy said one in 12 Australians aged more than 65 live in private rentals. “Housing affordability and availability is a significant and increasing concern for many
FUTURE SAVING: Those looking forward to retirement may have to look at their savings to ensure they will be able to live a reasonable lifestyle. Australians and particularly impacts older Australians grappling with the private rental market,� he said. ASFA estimates a single retiree renting privately in a one-bedroom unit in Sydney will need to spend $62,434 annually to be comfortable and a couple renting a two-bedroom unit will need to spend $79,801. By comparison, ASFA comfortable retirement standard annual budgets for home owners in Sydney are around $43,300 for singles and $59,600 for couples. “All estimates assume people are enjoying reasonable health, so any
serious illness or disability makes the situation even more challenging, as does rental instability and associated costs,� Dr Fahy said. “Compulsory superannuation contributions at 9.5 per cent fall well short of what is needed to support a comfortable standard of living in retirement for anyone renting privately.� Currently around 75 per cent of households with the household head aged 65 and over own their home outright, eight per cent are still paying off a mortgage and around eight per cent are renting privately.
ONE delicious fruit in season now is the Fig. With its sweet, juicy, pinkish flesh, it is best eaten ripe straight from the tree. Figs fruit in Australia from mid-summer to mid-autumn, depending on the variety. Botanically known as Ficus carica, Figs originated in southwest Asia. They are one of the oldest fruits; fossilised specimens found date back to between 9200 and 9400 BC. They supposedly grew in the Garden of Eden, where the leaves were used to cover Adam and Eve’s nakedness. Ficus carica is a deciduous small tree, growing to a height of 3-4 metres tall and five metres wide. It makes an excellent shade tree, can be hedged or even espaliered. They also grow well in large pots. Figs are a curious fruit in that they flower on the inside. The pinkish pulp inside the fig is actually lots of tiny flowers. The commonly sold fig tree varieties have all female flowers and do not need cross-pollination by another tree or by insects. Some varieties of fig are pollinated by a small wasp but the varieties available to the home gardener are selfpollinating.
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Fig trees are relatively hardy once established and grow well in the North East, preferring warm to hot summers and cooler winters. They are drought tolerant, but fruit better with regular watering. They will need protection from heavy frosts when young. Plant fig trees in a sunny spot, sheltered from strong winds. They need a well-draining soil with lots of added humus and organic matter. Fig trees will take four to five years before they fruit. Most produce two crops a year. The first crop forms on last year’s wood and is not the main eating fruit. A heavier crop is produced later in summer on the new growth and ripens in autumn. Some varieties to try are Black Genoa, Brown Turkey, Preston Prolific, White Adriatic and White Genoa. Happy gardening.
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Parvovirus in dogs MANY of you may have heard, especially recently, about parvovirus in dogs. There have been a number of confirmed cases in the area, making it all the more important to have your pet up to date with vaccinations. Canine parvovirus is a contagious virus that causes lethargy, inappetance, fever, vomiting and bloody diarrhoea. It can be fatal to dogs, and some may show all or only some of the symptoms of the disease. Young puppies and unvaccinated dogs are most susceptible. Once confirmed by a faecal test, treatment of parvovirus involves intensive supportive care, IV fluids, pain relief, and antibiotics to give the intestines a chance to heal. With early, aggressive treatment survival rates can be over 80 per cent. Without treatment, more than 90 per cent of infected
dogs can die. The good news is that parvovirus (parvo) is easily prevented with regular vaccination. The puppy vaccination schedule should be followed, with the last vaccination occurring at 16 weeks old, followed by yearly, or three yearly (with the triennial vaccine) boosters. Parvo is a hardy virus that survives for months to years in the environment. It can be spread by contaminated clothing, brushes, bedding and anything in contact with an infected dog. It can be inactivated by bleach at the appropriate concentration. Ensure that puppies that have not had their final vaccinations are kept away from possible contaminated areas (eg yards where there has been a history of parvovirus infection). This isn’t to say that your
young pups cannot go out and socialise at all – as this is an important learning time for young dogs - but this must be done in ‘safe’ environments, with fully vaccinated dogs where there has not been any illness. So rustle through your paperwork or contact your vet and check that your dog’s vaccinations are indeed up to date! If you have any questions or concerns about parvovirus, please contact your vet. Julia Smith, Wangaratta Vet Clinic
PETS CORNER THIS week’s pet of the week at Wangaratta RSPCA is Shae, a white, desexed female lop ear cross rabbit who is six months old. To see more animals up for adoption at the Wangaratta RSPCA, visit the shelter in Connell Street or phone (03) 5722 2874.
TALKING IT OVER: Members of the Wangaratta Bicycle Reference Group have a discussion at one of their regular meetings.
Fellow cyclist John Myles, who rides hundreds of kilometres each week often in social groups - to other towns around Wangaratta, said he had also noticed an improvement in safety. He has been cycling as long as he can remember, including in his former home of the Dandenong Ranges. “Some 95 per cent (of drivers) are pretty good, they’ll give you a wide berth,� he said. “And cyclists are taking more care to be visible.� John has ridden with a number of groups including the Bicycle User Group and was also a former committee member on the Murray to the Mountains Rail Trail. For him, the camaraderie with other riders and social engagement is one of the most important aspects of riding. “There’s always new people to talk to,� he said. Fellow group member Michelle Armstrong said road riding is an increasingly popular sporting and recreational activity. “Road cycling is strongly embedded
in our sporting culture, with Wangaratta producing many road cycling champions,� she said. “We will continue with our efforts to create a mindset of shared respect amongst all road-users. “We strongly urge motorists to take care when they see a cyclist, slow down and when it’s safe and no other car is approaching, indicate and overtake allowing at least 1.5 metres between the cyclist and the vehicle. “With more locals using their bikes for short trips around town, motorists should not be surprised to see a cyclist and be happy that they have chosen a carbon-free means of travel, have freed up a car space and are fit, healthy members of the community. “Bike riding delivers so many benefits to the individual, the community, the environment and the economy.� People interested in finding out more about the reference group can see up to date news and contact them through Bicycle Wangaratta on Facebook.
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GOT A PHOTO FOR CATCH OF THE WEEK? Send in your fishing photos along with your name, contact number, size and type of fish and where you caught it to... kwilson@ nemedia.com.au Phone: 03 5723 0135 PLENTIFUL REDFIN: One of the many redfin which I have caught at Lake Buffalo last week. There has never been a better time to take your kids fishing than right now. Lake Buffalo and Lake William Hovell have both been producing redfin, and putting huge smiles on kids’ faces.
Redfin, cod and trout still biting LAST week’s rain has had little impact on the fishing in North East Victoria. If anything it has enhanced it. The fishing seems to be red hot just about everywhere at the moment. My father and a small group of men spent last week at Lake Mulwala where they managed to catch around eight to 10 Murray cod each day, and a couple of yellowbelly. A few of the fish were over the legal minimum of 55cm in length. Most of their fish were caught on various types of lures. I have been fishing at Lake Buffalo twice in the last week and have had huge success. Lake Buffalo is currently full of redfin. While most of them are small, there are a few larger ones in the mix that
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are big enough to take fillets off. If you go to my YouTube channel “robbiefishing” and look at the last few videos which I have uploaded, you will see everything you need to know to catch redfin in Lake Buffalo at the moment. The videos are titled “Insane redfin perch fishing….” Last Wednesday I fished the upper Buffalo River, upstream of Abbeyards. That is one of my favourite parts of the world up there, I absolutely love it. The trout fishing was OK, but not spectacular.
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WHILE most of us have been keenly awaiting a refreshing change in the weather and good dose of rain, winemakers must have appreciated the warm and dry conditions. The extended summer allowed more time for fruit to ripen and vineyards are still busy with the hustle and bustle of harvest. Those of us who spend most of our time in an air conditioned office probably don’t appreciate how hard picking by hand can be, especially if it’s hot and the vineyard is on the steep side. It’s a gruelling and monotonous job for the pickers and the bucket boys who feel the wear and tear in every muscle in their bodies. I feel for the poor souls every time I drink a glass of wine – and that’s quite a lot. Today it’s Campbells of Rutherglen’s Shiraz Durif, which is 85 per cent Shiraz,
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Young farmers urged to upskill A
ustralia’s agricultural sector is poised for a good year, but strong business management skills are needed if farmers are to capitalise on this buoyant outlook, the head of Rabobank has told farmers. Announcing the opening of applications for this year’s Farm Managers Program, Rabobank Australia CEO Peter Knoblanche said the bank saw a strong outlook for Australian agriculture in 2017 and beyond, with factors in its favour including the projected rise in global economic growth and strong commodity prices for most livestock and crops. “This has translated into strong investment activity within the sector, and it is those farmers with astute business management skills who are better equipped to capitalise on these opportunities,� Mr Knoblanche said. Designed to strengthen the operational and strategic skills of emerging farmers, the annually-held Farm Managers Program covers topics including global trends in agriculture, business planning, financial management, leadership and succession planning. Mr Knoblanche said, there was “no better time for the younger generation to develop their business and leadership skills, particularly those looking to take over the reins of the family business or step up into managerial positions�. While there has “rarely been a better time to be in agriculture�, Mr Knoblanche said, the bank’s view of the year ahead was that it wouldn’t be “all smooth sailing�, with “potential storm clouds gathering on the horizon� as uncertainties prevailed
on global economic and regulatory fronts. With the Farm Managers Program examining global trends and key influences in agriculture, Mr Knoblanche said the program was focused on developing a range of commercial management skills to help farmers increase their resilience in this changeable environment. As part of this, the program also looked at technologies and the future of the food and agri sector in an increasingly ag-tech world, he said. Mr Knoblanche said the appetite amongst farmers to improve their skills and knowledge, particularly around the adoption of emerging technologies, was strong. A recent survey of 1000 Australian farmers, conducted by Rabobank, found 34 per cent of respondents were looking to upskill through education and training over the coming year – of which, more than half (57 per cent) were intending to increase their knowledge around the adoption of emerging technologies. “While young farmers are leading the way when it comes to the adoption of new technologies, the pace of change is so rapid which makes it a complex process to not only keep abreast of the new technologies but make informed decisions around which will deliver tangible benefits to the business,� Mr Knoblanche said. With strong demand expected for a place on the program, and only 36 farmers accepted in this year’s intake, young progressive primary producers are urged to apply before April 13 at www. rabobank.com.au/bmp
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The secret life of a serial procrastinator WITH CHRIS FEBVRE, NEM CREATIVE DESIGNER cfebvre@nemedia.com.au
DOES this sound familiar? You’ve just been handed a task to do. Let’s just say, for argument’s sake, it’s an article for a newspaper. The deadline for the job is one week away - which is ample time to get it done. “Heck,’”says Mr. Brainy, the sensible part of your brain. “If I start now, I could have this done by tomorrow. “My boss will love me, and I’ll have the rest of the time to relax and enjoy myself.” “Yeah....’”replies Goofy, the irresponsible part of your brain, somewhat unconvinced. “That sounds great and all, but just give me another five minutes. I just remembered that there was a video on Youtube of a whistling monkey wearing a funny hat. “After that, we’ll get straight on the job, I promise.” Five hours later as Goofy is reading an article entitled ‘Five facts about Justin Bieber that will totally blow your mind’ Mr. Brainy politely interrupts. “Look,” says Brainy. “I’m sure these facts about Justin Bieber will have enormous impact on the value of your life, but maybe we should get onto that job we were going to do?” “You’re right’” replies Goofy. “Look. I just wrote the headline of our article, I’m on a roll. “Oh wow, someone just shared a link on Facebook for the trailer of that movie we want to see, let’s check it out.” Six days later Goofy is staring blankly into fridge late at night.
I’D WRITE THIS CAPTION: But I’m busy wasting my time. At this point, Mr. Panic - the mostly dormant part of your brain - suddenly wakes up in hysterics. “Oh My God. You still haven’t written that article? What have you been doing for the past week? Are you insane?” ‘I’ve been trying to tell Goofy…” Brainy meekly pipes in. “You’re both useless,” shouts Panic. “I’ll do it myself.” When we are faced with an onerous task we need to complete, often what occurs is a battle between our limbic system (the unconscious part of our brain that contains the pleasure centre) and the prefrontal cortex (the planning part of our brain).
The limbic system is one of the oldest, most dominant parts of our brain and it’s on automatically. It tells you useful things like, ‘Run that’s a scary lion’ or ‘Don’t touch that, it’s hot.’ It also tells you less useful things like, ‘That’s a super boring job you should avoid.’ Meanwhile, the prefrontal cortex is younger and not automatic at all. You have to actively engage it, and the minute you stray from your task, the limbic system takes over again. Hence, we procrastinate. The good news is, we can try to trick our brains into overriding or manipulating the limbic system by
trying the following things. Have a 2pm reset: There’s nothing worse than watching the morning go by unproductively. So why not have a second morning? At 2pm, there’s still plenty of time to get things done. Make your coffee, have a yawn and a stretch, and get cracking. I realise this sounds like an excuse, but that’s the point. Make your excuses work for you. Create an audience: Embarrassment is a powerful motivator. If you’re only holding yourself accountable for your task, it’s very
easy to put things off. Try setting a deadline and tell someone that at that allotted time you’re going to present your work to them. Make the job fun and rewarding: Make the limbic system work for you, instead of against. Set some mini goal posts for your job, and give yourself a reward at each stage. A small snack, or a five minute break to do something fun and enjoyable can gradually train the limbic system into thinking the job is actually fun. “There.” Says Mr. Panic. “Was that so hard?”
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