OPEN Door Neighbourhood House
OPEN Door House coordinator Loretta Waters and volunteers know the importance of the volunteers know the of the house’s food relief provision. Open house’s food relief Door has backed Neighbourhood House Door has backed House Victoria calls for an increase in funding to Victoria calls for an increase in to ensure such services are maintained. ensure are STORY PAGE 3 PHOTO: Kurt Hickling STORY PAGE 3 PHOTO: Kurt
Council looks at ways to create more affordable housing, tackle homelessness yg,
WANGARATTA council
has unveiled a new draft strategy to increase affordable housing and work towards ending homelessness and people sleeping rough in the city.
The Affordable Housing Strategy that went before councillors at Tuesday
BY STEVE KELLY skelly@ nemedia.com.au
night’s meeting and is being released for public comment, contains a series of aims, principles and actions into how council
can proactively work with government and partners to bolster housing options.
Figures highlighted in the strategy show that 30 per cent of rents are more than 30 per cent of incomes (2021 Census), while 11pc of mortgagees have repayments more than 30pc of their incomes.
There are 686 social housing dwellings in the city, however, the 2021 Census reported a 67pc increase in homelessness from 125 people compared to 75 in 2016.
Mayor Dean Rees noted that contributing factors
have been a rise in house prices by 50pc in three years where housing supply has not kept up with demand.
He said key worker accommodation is also sparse and they are not able to find housing they can afford, consequently impacting services and businesses.
Along with increasing support of social and affordable housing, council aims for homelessness across the municipality to be “rare, brief and a one-time occurrence and that no one has to sleep rough in the city”.
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LOCAL CFA are reminding landholders to remain vigilant around private burn offs after a significant rise in out of control fires.
The Fire Danger Period (FDP) across the North East and District 23 region ended on April 15, which has led to an increase in registered burn offs as farmers and private landholders aim to capitalise on favourable temperatures to ignite stubble burns on their properties.
District 23 acting assistant chief fire officer Steve Contessa said local CFA crews attended more than
15 out of control burn offs this past weekend alone.
“I would like to remind the community of the responsibilities they have when conducting burning off activities at this time of the year,” he said.
“It is understandable many landowners are eager to conduct burn offs on their property for a variety of reasons, however we are seeing a significant rise in ‘out of control’ fires.
“A number of these fires required the use of an excavator or specialist crews to fell trees which were impacted by the fire requir-
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ing them to be brought down.
“There does remain a real risk to conducting burn offs and we shouldn’t become complacent.”
Mr Contessa said across the FDP there were more than 290 fire permits issued across the district with no out of control fires recorded.
Since the end of the FDP, just 0.2mm of rain has been recorded at the Wangaratta Aerodrome rain gauge, with no further rain expected to fall within the rural city for at least the next week, according to BOM forecasts.
Mr Contessa said the community must maintain safe private and
planned burn off protocols and not become complacent in the coming weeks.
“I would like to reiterate the importance of registering any burn off on 1800 668 511 or the Fire Permits Victoria website,” he said.
“If the burn off is under control, this notification avoids Triple 000 Victoria unnecessarily dispatching volunteer firefighters to the fire.
“Before lighting up, ensure that you have the ability and the means to extinguish the fire if it does become out of control and have a good understanding of the current and forecast local weather, espe-
cially if the wind is prominent.
“Understand your local council by-laws and notify your neighbours of your planned burn off.
“Most importantly, call 000 if the fire does become out of control.”
For the latest information about when and where planned burns are occurring near you, residents are encouraged to sign up to Planned Burns Victoria at www. plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.au and download the app.
If you do see smoke and want to know if it is a planned burn or a fire, visits the VicEmergency app or visit emergency.vic.gov.au.
IMPAIRED driving offences in the region were recorded at a concerningly higher rate than the rest of the state during road safety Operation Tribute, according to local police.
The operation saw police in high enforcement on busy arteries of the North East region and Victoria over the ANZAC Day long weekend in an effort to reduce road trauma on Victorian roads.
Sergeant Shaun Hillier of Wangaratta Highway Patrol said impaired driving was a particular concern for police going into the operation and it was worrying to see the results.
“There was high enforcement data for the duration of the operation, but we had a concerningly high result offences in impaired driving, which was inconsistent with state figures,” he said.
“This particular operation yielded uncommonly high results for drug and alcohol related impaired driving, so we’re going to continue to increase that drug and alcohol testing throughout our whole area.
“People were generally doing the right thing but there was some concerningly high results for those offences.”
A 25-year-old man was tragically killed in a single-vehicle collision at Everton Upper in the early hours of Saturday morning.
It was one of two lives lost on the state’s roads throughout the operation.
Around 2500 preliminary
ON THE LOOKOUT: Police will continue to be out and about testing for impaired driving after returning uncommonly high offence rates for drink and drug driving across
breath tests were conducted within the rural city.
Sgt Hillier said people can expect to see police continue to enforce impaired driving regulation within the region’s major thoroughfares.
“I want to remind people that if they’re planning on driving, they need to plan their departure and method of transport appropriately,” he said.
Overall police detected 6857 traffic offences across Victoria over the ANZAC Day period.
More than a third of offences detected were for speeding,
with the majority of motorists caught speeding between 10km/h and 25km/h over the speed limit.
Police were also astounded by more than 300 drivers caught using their mobile phone during the blitz, and a further 104 fined for not wearing a seatbelt.
The total lives lost on Victorian roads in 2024 now stands at 93, compared to 101 at the same time last year.
The total 6857 offences detected during Operation Tribute included:
2799 speeding offences, with 2152 of those caught speeding between 10km/h and 25/km over the speed limit
441 disqualified/suspended and unlicenced drivers
308 mobile phone offences
224 disobey signs/signals
168 drink drivers from 108,303 preliminary breath tests
133 drug drivers from 2,193 roadside drug tests
104 seatbelt offences
130 impoundments
597 unregistered vehicles
By STEVE KELLY
TEMPORARY changes to pedestrian and vehicle access at Wangaratta Station will take place from May 10 to 24 due to works that are part of the upgrades to the station access and utility relocations.
During this time the public can expect:
* temporary bus pick-up and drop-off locations in Norton Street;
* station carpark access via the northern end only with traffic management in place;
* changes to pedestrian access at the station with a temporary pathway installed;
* southern section of the carpark closed due to construction works;
* way finding signage to assist with understanding temporary changes; and * some Norton Street parking bays closed off for temporary bus parking zones.
Temporary fencing and traffic management in place to ensure safe access for pedestrians and motorists in and around the station precinct.
Trains and buses will operate as per normal timetable during these works.
Works will occur during normal construction hours, 7am-6pm Monday to Saturday.
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PRIORITIES set out by Neighbourhood Houses Victoria ahead of the coming State Government budget have been backed by Open Door Neighbourhood House executive officer Loretta Waters.
The NHV budget submission seeks a 22.37 per cent increase in Neighbourhood House Coordination Program funding ($39.2 million over four years); a $2.5 million boost to meet food relief need; establishment of a growth fund for new neighbourhood houses across Victoria; and a one-off $5 million rescue package to stabilise Neighbourhood House occasional childcare provision.
As neighbourhood houses like Burke Street’s Open Door, Ovens Street’s Pangerang Community Hub and Moyhu’s King Valley Learning Exchange continue to provide vital services during the current cost-of-living crisis, Ms Waters said it was growing increasingly difficult to make ends meet while supporting the community.
Additional funding beyond State Government provision, through avenues such as Rural City of Wangaratta allocations and grants from community funds like GIVE Wangaratta, are helping Open Door attempt to keep pace with the particularly high need for its food relief provision.
However, in line with the NHV budget submission, Ms Waters said Neighbourhood House Coordination Program funding provided by the State Government needed to be restored to allow for funding above and beyond award wages for a single part-time coordinator.
“We are sometimes seeing up to 30 people in a day, in the space of four hours, for food assistance,” Ms Waters said.
“Some days are a little quieter, with about 15 people, but
that would only be one day each week.
“The cost of living is biting the whole community, and we’re trying to do our bit, but we would love to see our state funding increase to enable food provision to be separate from operating costs, which are also rising.
“We have definitely noticed that (current funding) puts significant pressure on our capacity to work in other areas.
“Predominantly, what we’ve noticed is the gap between wages and the increase in funding.
“For instance, if I was full-time, our state funding would cover my wages and nothing else; that’s not even taking into account other increases.
“We are always having to find additional funding, and have been fortunate to receive it through grants instead of it com-
THE NHV budget submission outlines three costed measures which would ensure the sustainability and ongoing effectiveness of neighbourhood houses:
• a 22.37 per cent increase in Neighbourhood House Coordination Program funding to restore the 80/20 split in wage/operating costs based on current employment costs - amounting to $39.2 million over four years;
• provision of $2.5 million to meet additional community need for frontline distribution of food relief, so these critical programs can be maintained during a time of high need; and
• establishment of a growth fund which would support five new neighbourhood houses annually over four years across Victoria, a cost of $4.8 million over the four years.
Additionally, NHV is seeking a one-off $5 million rescue package to stabilise Neighbourhood House occasional childcare provision leading up to the implementation of new arrangements by the Federal Government.
It is also asking the State Government to advocate to the Federal Government to ensure a more targeted approach to funding and supporting occasional childcare.
While Open Door does not provide occasional childcare, it is provided at Pangerang.
NHV believes the $5 million rescue package will enable providers to retain staff; ensure facilities meet required standards; and manage the impact of thin markets and regulatory change pending the next round of Federal Government reforms which will hopefully secure their future.
The state budget will be delivered on May 7.
ing out of fundraising.
“However, a lot of grants won’t support costs such as wages; even though we have a significant volunteer base, we need paid staff to coordinate that, and to bring their areas of expertise.
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Council’s list of actions include direct investment of council resources to support social, affordable and key worker housing, land use planning, advocacy, and community engagement and partnering.
A caveat on what council can achieve under the strategy is explained due to a restriction of council’s role due to “much lower levels of resources” than those available to other levels of government.
Some of the strategy’s key actions include the identification of council owned land that can be made available for social, affordable and key worker housing projects.
Council will continue to provide rates exemptions or reductions on a case-by-case basis where additional public value for the city can be demonstrated.
It will continue to provide concessions for planning fees for relevant housing developed by not-for-profit housing organisations.
Land use planning initiatives include planning scheme provisions to facilitate affordable housing.
Under a raft of advocacy actions, council will advocate to the Victorian Government and Homes Victoria for interim housing solutions for people experiencing homelessness in the city.
It will also continue to advocate the Commonwealth and Victorian governments for funding to build social, affordable and key worker housing.
Ms Waters said the funding amount had not kept step with the increase in compliance required for small notfor-profits.
“What we know is that a lot of not-for-profits are not being funded appropriately.”
She said increases to human resources, legislative and policy requirements and compliance have significantly increased over the last decade for small NFP businesses, with no additional resources or funding support given, making it very difficult for under resourced NFP organisations.
Under its engagement and partnering, council will also work with organisations to identify opportunities for crisis accommodation and unused land for development of relevant housing.
The strategy was due to be endorsed at Tuesday night’s council meeting and the public can comment on the document from this Friday.
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ONE Nation MP for Northern Victoria, Rikkie-Lee Tyrrell, has ruled out supporting the formation of a Treaty with Victoria’s Indigenous people.
The state upper house MP for the local region said she opposes potential elements of the agreement that could include financial exemptions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
It comes after Former Treaty Advancement Commissioner Aunty Jill Gallagher recently raised demands, which included Aboriginal people being exempt from land tax and council rates and other requests such as interest free loans to purchase homes, free tertiary education and designated seats on local councils.
“A policy that is purposely
implemented for the benefit of only one race of people, to the disadvantage of every other race of people is by both definition and nature a racist and divisive policy,”
Mrs Tyrrell said.
She said she has never supported a Treaty because of the lack of transparency on the process and how it would impact the lives of all Victorians.
“The Allan Labor Government has been unwilling and unable to articulate what a Treaty will be or what it will mean to all Victorians, so I have never supported it,” Mrs Tyrrell said.
“Now we learn that the government is considering including in the Treaty ridiculous and inappropriate tax exemptions for Indigenous Victorians that will divide
the Victorian community rather than unite it.”
Mrs Tyrrell said the State Government had promised an initial $65 million to Traditional Owner groups just to get ready to negotiate the Treaty, with no account-
ability of where or how this money would be spent and reaffirmed she would not turn her back on the beliefs of her constituents regarding Aboriginal issues.
Minister for Treaty and First Peoples, Natalie Hutch-
ins, said the government continues to back a better future for Aboriginal Victorians through Victoria’s Treaty process.
“When we listen to Aboriginal people, it means better outcomes for Aboriginal communities and all Victorians,” she said.
“We continue to progress towards Treaty in Victoria, and negotiations are expected to start later this year.”
The Coalition’s withdrawal of bipartisan support for Treaty was announced publicly earlier this year, with Nationals Party leader Peter Walsh citing a lack of openness and transparency as the main reasons.
The government said that Victoria’s journey towards reconciliation and Treaty had bipartisan support - in-
HOT and humid weather, little or no mobile phone coverage and limited access to electricity are just some of the hurdles faced by residents of Lacluta; a region of East Timor located about 250km south east of the capital Dili.
There was also a 10 hour road trip facing Friends of Lacluta’s Barbara Broz, who headed there in March to spend a month helping out in the community which has been a friend of Wangaratta since 2005.
In that time the Friends of Lacluta has supported the community in all kinds of ways, from supplying items including mosquito nets, baby clothes and school books to establishing a community centre built by the Appin Park Rotary Club, as well as a kindergarten and playground.
During her most recent trip, Barbara, a former secondary teacher from Myrtleford, aimed to brush up on her local language skills while seeing how things were progressing at the kindergarten, which was established with the help of a $20,000 government grant through AusAid.
“Lots of equipment has gone
cluding in the critical 2022 Treaty Authority Bill.
“Treaty is about providing self-determination and healing for Aboriginal Victorians and creating a shared future that all Victorians can be proud of,” a government spokesperson said.
“In 2018, Victoria enacted Australia’s first ever Treaty legislation which led to the establishment of the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria.
“The second General Election of the Assembly was held in 2023, and the newly elected representatives intend to begin state-wide Treaty negotiations this year.
“The Assembly has proven to be an effective way for Aboriginal Victorians to have a say as we continue to work together towards reconciliation.”
SUPPORTING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY: A new kindergarten complete with tiled floor and training for local teachers, is all part of the contribution made by Wangaratta’s Friends of Lacluta.
over (thanks to the support of local schools and community groups) and teachers have been trained, and now we have a playground going up,” said Mrs Broz.
“That took up a fair amount of the money and we were able to give quite a lot of it to the community, because we got people to cut timber for us, we found a carpenter who had enough tools to do what we needed, and they were paid for their work.
“It’s really good to be able to give as much as we can to local people,
but sometimes it can be hard to do because you can’t find the equipment or materials you need there, or what is there is not very good quality.”
Books, pencils, pens, USB sticks and calculators are all items donated by schools in Myrtleford, Whorouly and Wangaratta which are gratefully received by the community.
Mrs Broz said the Wangaratta group was also focused on improving health care services, including access to training,
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education and to hygienic birthing centres.
One of the most recent projects the group was supporting was called “Days for Girls” which provides reusable sanitary kits for young women who might otherwise miss up to one week a month of school during their menstrual cycles.
“I took 25 bags over made by people in Myrtleford, and the girls understood what they were about and loved them, and they should be able to be used for up to three
years,” said Mrs Broz.
“That was a new initiative and we are immediately making more so we can take some over in June.”
Mrs Broz said another new project the group would focus on this year was to train members of the community how to establish a kitchen or community garden as well as learn about nutrition, which will be run from Dili.
“It’s good to have a lot of women, mums, and heads of families take part, so we’re hoping to have the first group from the village start this year,” said Mrs Broz.
“It will cost us about $3000 a group, so if we can raise the money, we plan to have more groups go.”
Mrs Broz said supporting Friends of Lacluta was “good stuff” and something she’d been enjoying ever since she retired from teaching 11 years ago.
“They really appreciate what we’re doing and they are such friendly people,” said Mrs Broz.
“I’ve got no doubt being a teacher is ingrained and I think I could teach every day of my life, and hopefully I’m doing something reasonably good with my skills.”
To find out more about the local organisation visit www. friendsoflacluta.org.
COMMUNITY input is being sought on a plan to increase biodiversity along a trail linking Winton Wetlands to Benalla.
Benalla Rural City Council, with assistance from TREC Land Services, is seeking community engagement on a management plan for Holland Bio Link - a linear reserve to the east of Benalla which connects Holland Creek with Winton Wetlands.
The reserve follows the route of the Mokoan Discovery Trail, a cycle and walking trail which links
Benalla with the Winton Wetlands.
The Holland Creek Bio Link Project aims to increase biodiversity along the channel.
More than 9000 trees and shrubs have been planted along Zone A of the Hollands Bio-link Channel to date, transforming it into a crucial wildlife corridor.
As the project progresses into Zones B and C, community input will help shape the future use and management of this important community asset.
A survey aims to find out how this reserve is being used by residents, what environmental and recreational value it provides, and what improvements could be made to the strategic vision of the project ahead of commencing works within Zones B and C.
The survey is now open and will close for submissions at 8am on Wednesday, May 22. For more information and to have your say visit haveyoursay.benalla.vic. gov.au.
THE Rural City of Wangaratta is inviting community consultation through an online survey to assist in the development of a masterplan for the Wangaratta Sport and Aquatic Centre (WSAC).
The masterplan seeks to identify strategic enhancements to the centre’s amenities and help ensure the facility reflects the needs of its members and wider community.
This year, WSAC will celebrate its 50th anniversary and will soon complete its major expansion and upgrade project.
Council is seeking community input on how to improve the facilities, for example: enhancing the outdoor pool space to be fun and accessible for families; increasing opportunities for community connection throughout the centre; and improving the accessibility and comfort of the change rooms for all age groups.
Current and past users of the facility, as well as those who have never visited the Wangaratta Sport and Aquatic Centre, are all encouraged to participate in the survey, which will require about 10 minutes to complete.
Survey participants will have the opportunity to enter a draw to win a free 12-month membership at WSAC.
The masterplan aims to inves-
FEEDBACK WELCOME: Council is calling on community members to give them feedback about the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre to assist with their creation of a masterplan for the facility.
are rural city CEO Brendan McGrath and centre manager
tigate ways to further activate the centre and identify opportunities for greater inclusion and accessibility.
Feedback from this survey will be one of many considerations that will inform the WSAC Masterplan along with asset condition reports, RCOW strategies and policies, and industry best practice.
A WANGARATTA man has received a twoyear suspension from driving after repeat drink-driving offences.
Police prosecutor Senior Constable Imogen Akers told Wangaratta Magistrate’s Court on Monday that on December 1, 2021, a black Holden ute was intercepted at the intersection of Ovens and McKay streets in Wangaratta.
The sole occupant and driver of the vehicle had no driver’s licence and blew a reading of 0.126 BAC on an evidentiary breath test.
The court heard the man had failed to renew his driver’s licence after having it suspended for a separate drink-driving offence a year and three months prior, when he was caught driving with a reading of 0.152 BAC and charged with reckless conduct endangering life.
Defence lawyer Nancy Battiato noted her client had not been charged with any further offending following the incident and had stable employment in Wangaratta.
Magistrate Peter Dunn suspended the defendant’s driver’s licence for two years and also fined him $1200.
Council chief executive officer Brendan McGrath encourages the community to participate and said council recognises that the heart of any facility lies in its ability to serve the community effectively.
“We are committed to creating a masterplan that truly reflects the needs of our members and the broader commu-
nity,” Mr McGrath said.
“By inviting feedback through this survey, we are ensuring that every voice is heard, whether you’re a long-time user, a newcomer, or someone who has yet to step through our doors.”
The survey can be accessed online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WSACMasterplan.
LOCAL parents and carers of children with type 1 diabetes are encouraged to join in a dinner being held in May.
The latest in a series of dinners organised by locals, the dinner will be held at King River Café in Oxley on Friday, May 17 from 7pm. It will be another opportunity for parents of children with type 1 diabetes to come together and discuss their challenges, strategies and achievements, and share ideas.
For more information about the dinner, contact Kylie Wealands via Facebook Messenger.
THERE were two disturbing sets of figures from the weekend in today’s Chronicle that raise some worrying concerns.
Firstly, from the local CFA with reports the local brigades had to attend more than 15 out of control burn offs at the weekend alone, just over a week since the Fire Danger Period (FDP) officially ended.
The FDP dates are nominated by authorities based mainly on climatic conditions with associated tough penalties for those who don’t follow the guidelines.
But it seems once that danger period is over, despite only a slight easing of climatic conditions, some landholders are throwing caution to the wind, literally, when burning off.
Conditions remain dry and with plenty of ‘fuel’ around extreme caution needs to be taken on all burn offs, with no excuses.
If such carelessness continues, authorities may need to look at either lifting penalties for irresponsible actions or extending FDP until well into winter.
It’s similar disappointment on our roads with equally disturbing figures from the ANZAC Day long weekend state police campaign, Operation Tribute.
Police were out in force on the road, as the public was well-alerted to, with results showing “uncommonly high” number of offences for impaired drivingthat means for drink and drug driving.
Despite endless campaigns over the years some people continue to drive under the influence, putting anyone in their vehicle, and every other road user at risk.
Across the state there were thousands of speeding offences recorded, and hundreds caught driving while using mobile phones.
It seems tougher penalties are needed here as well to get the safe driving message through.
1 Which hit 2000s song starts with the words, “Well, you done done me and you bet I felt it”?
(a) 2 Hearts
(b) If I Were a Boy
(c) Straight Lines
(d) I’m Yours
2 Who immediately succeeded Giuseppe Conte as Prime Minister of Italy in 2021?
(a) Vito Crimi
(b) Sergio Mattarella
(c) Paolo Gentiloni
(d) Mario Draghi
3 A
farrier is a specialist in what field?
(a) Hat making
(b) Equine hoof care
(c) Homing pigeons
(d) Calligraphy
4 What is the currency code for the official currency of Saudi Arabia?
(a) SAA
(b) SDA
(c) SAR
(d) SDR
5 Who knocked Novak Djokovic out of the 2022 French Open men’s singles tournament?
(a) Rafael Nadal (b) Casper Ruud
(c) Alexander Zverev
(d) Marin Čilić
LOCAL farmers are facing a new onslaught, with out of touch inner-city activists once again refusing to listen to common-sense and logic.
A new petition from the Australian Dingo Foundation completely ignores the challenges farmers face, and deliberately conflates dingoes and wild dogs into the same category.
It’s frustrating to see farmers not being given greater support from the State Government.
Premier Jacinta Allan has refused to provide any long-term guarantee to farmers by extending the unprotection order beyond 12 months.
A clear message needs to be sent: these creatures are dangerous and destructive, they are not cute and cuddly.
You might think of your family pet, or a stray, when you hear wild dogs, but the reality is these are wild animals that are well known to kill for fun.
Whilst we need to protect native flora and fauna, we need to strike a balance with farmers interests.
I encourage everyone to put their support behind our local farmers, who are only trying to protect their livestock, and sign the petition.
The petition can be found at change.org/ wild-dog-management-program
Tim McCurdy, Nationals MP for Ovens Valley
READING the ‘Wild dog control concerns’ story (Wangaratta Chronicle, April 29), I find it fascinating that sheep farmers are complaining they can’t kill wild dogs and dingoes – a threatened species - to protect their sheep.
How about these farmers show some actual concern for their sheep and provide them shelter so they don’t die from the elements?
I’m sick of seeing lambs which have perished on a cold night because farmers have not provided shelter.
As for the threat of dogs, investing in an alpaca or two would be cheaper than ammunition, and save what is likely toxic lead, being pumped out into the environment. It’s not rocket science.
Sam Pernod, Castlemaine
6 As at May 2022, Neptune was known to have how many moons?
(a) 2
(b) 14
(c) 20
(d) 27
7 The first published novel by Agatha Christie is titled, ‘The Mysterious Affair at’ what?
(a) Radcliffe
(b) Rylands
(c) Portico (d) Styles
8 Arequipa is the second most populated city in which South American country?
(a) Ecuador (b) Brazil (c) Peru (d) Uruguay
9 Who provided the voice for Buzz Lightyear in the Toy Story movie series?
(a) Mike Myers (b) Tim Allen (c) Eddie Murphy (d) Tom Hanks
10In which decade did Bikram Choudhury develop Bikram Yoga? (a) 1970s (b) 1980s (c) 1990s
Should parents enforce stricter controls to reduce smartphone use in children under 16?
OBVIOUSLY the CEO of Field and Game Australia is going to argue that duck and quail hunting and hunters are terrific (Wangaratta Chronicle letters, April 29).
However, to claim “it’s about ensuring a sustainable future for our wetlands, our wildlife and our communities” is going too far.
The Eastern Australian Waterbird Survey shows waterbird populations have declined as much as 90 per cent over the last 40 years in eastern Australia.
Shooting wild birds simply won’t help reverse this sad, unsustainable trend.
The RSPCA predicted the 2024 duck and quail hunting season would mean tens of thousands of ducks and quail would be wounded during the season, experiencing avoidable pain, suffering and distress.
So, I’d suggest it’s not a “sustainable future” for that section of our wildlife.
The RSPCA also pointed out that the government’s (taxpayers’) $10 million for improving shooters’ skills would
not provide a quick or effective fix to excessive duck wounding and could, in a better world, be spent helping Victorians struggling with the cost of living, not upskilling shooters.
The truth is, the Labor-led inquiry into duck hunting recommended an end to the shooting but union backlash and, possibly the 543 licensed shooters in the Premier’s electorate, meant that their careful, independent deliberations were ignored.
Lesley Walker, Northcote
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COMMUNITY members from throughout the King Valley met with North East Catchment Management Authority (NECMA) officials this week to help inform a rehabiltation plan for the King River.
NECMA held drop in sessions on Monday and Tuesday in Oxley, Moyhu and Cheshunt, with local residents able to raise their concerns, identify priority areas and share what action they would like to see NECMA take in managing the King River.
NECMA project officer, Phil Falcke, said Water Tech has done a technical review of the river, looking at all its problem spots from a geomorphological perspective.
“They’ve looked at the way the water moves through the landscape and how that affects the form of the river
BY JORDAN DUURSMA jduursma@ nemedia.com.au
and flooding,” he said.
“We need to balance that technical information with community concerns.
“There are lots of different perspectives and we have to balance them.
“We need to consider how the river is changing, where the greatest needs are and what’s the biggest priority to fix now, and what’s going to provide the best outcome and making sure that we have a plan for when funding becomes available.
“We are developing a plan that is a living breathing document that is flexible so we can hit the ground running.
“At the end of the day, we are putting this together be-
A NAGAMBIE man will be spending six months behind bars for continual breaches of family violence intervention orders.
The 44-year-old man appeared at Wangaratta Magistrates Court from custody on Monday when the court heard he had been ignoring multiple intervention orders placed on him by the same victim.
Police prosecutor Senior Constable Imogen Akers told the court on February 28 this year police investigated a Yarrawonga address in response to a call, where the defendant was found hiding under the bed of the affected family member.
The man had been bailed nine days prior on orders to not re-enter the Yarrawonga township, having two family violence intervention orders placed on him involving the same victim.
The court also heard the man had been calling and texting the victim repeatedly from a Wangaratta caravan park, urging her to stay with him.
The affected family member visited the caravan park and the defendant was caught with the accused some three weeks later on March 1, breaching intervention orders.
cause we care about the people within the landscape that use the river.”
More than 20 people gave their input to the plan at the Oxley session on Monday.
Leigh Smith from Water Tech said the local community knows these waterways best.
Defence lawyer Mark Martoccia said his client was recently diagnosed with ADHD, and his 61-day stint in custody had hindered his treatment for the condition.
Magistrate Peter Dunn said the number of court appearances for the accused concerning the same victim was not acceptable.
“The court condemns family violence and a clear message needs to be sent,” he said.
“It’s time for him to change his ways.”
Magistrate Dunn said the 61 days already served in custody would be included in his sentencing.
NORTH East residents
have a chance to have their say on telecommunications issues with a face-to-face consultation set to be held in Benalla this Friday, May 3 by the Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee.
The consultation will allow the committee to
more closely examine the experiences of people with telecommunications delivery.
The committee’s terms of reference include how the universal service arrangements could be modernised to meet today’s needs, the potential of emerging technologies, the effectiveness of existing government
investment programs, and the improvement of telecommunications in emergencies.
For more information on the review, to make a submission, or to register your attendance at the stakeholder consultation session in advance visit www.rtirc.gov. au.
“They know where issues are, it’s an important point of view to include,” he said.
“To capture that, we have done a technical piece of work to understand what is going on with the river and we need the community to help us prioritise where to do works.”
Concerns raised by local landowners at the Oxley session included logs and debris obstructing the river, preventing water escaping during floods and addressing recreational activities.
Attending the Oxley session, NECMA chief execu-
officer
said hearing from people and seeing what they love about the river is so important.
“There are so many values that people have whether that’s Indigenous values, agricultural values or recreational values,” she said.
“We are privileged to work with the community to map out how we can get the best for everyone.”
Local landowner Judy Brown said the health of the river affects her livelihood.
“We are interested in the water flow and maintaining the health of the river for our vineyards, it’s a necessity for us,” she said.
For those who want to have their say, an online feedback form will soon be available at NECMA’s website necma.vic.gov.au.
CONGRATULATIONS to Warby House who won the House Swimming Carnival for 2024.
This is Warby House’s first time winning the shield, and they are to be congratulated for their determination, house spirit, high level of participation and, of course, fabulous swimming.
Warby House captains, Oscar Brundell and Maddie Cherry, were thrilled to receive the House Swimming Shield from principal Nick Jones.
AT Wangaratta West Primary School, students from grade one have been reinforcing their phonics skills by identifying and recognising letter combinations within words.
Students apply their knowledge into a fun and engaging phonics word search.
PHOINCS SKILLS: Sadie O’Keefe applied her phonics knowledge in a fun word search.
EXPLORINGTHEOCEAN:Gabby
EXPLORING THE OCEAN: Gabby Cox and Matilda Newton proudly display their first art work relating to their Ocean Quest.
THE year 1/2 students are eagerly beginning some new learning about the ocean, including the five layers of the ocean and what animals they might find in each layer.
Their investigations are allowing them to learn many new things, which they are showing through craft activities, creating word walls, and eventually designing dioramas to show the layers of the ocean. They are keen to learn about some of the different animals that live in the ocean, the food and shelter that they need and how they may be similar and different to humans.
The term ahead looks like it will be engaging for all.
STUDENTS were thrilled to have a new three metre sandpit.
The children enjoyed playing in the sand and the surrounding autumn leaves.
SAND FUN: Students from prep to year 2 have had fun in the new sandpit at Carraragarmungee Primary School.
SCHOOL leaders – Darcy Wheeler, Ryan VanDerPoel, Mark Henschke and Kyrah Evans represented Wangaratta Primary School at the ANZAC Day service, taking part in the march and laying a wreath on behalf of the school.
They showed their respect to all those associated with the Gallipoli campaign as well as recognising the efforts of both current and past service men and women who have served their country acknowledging those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Students in grade five and six also showed their support and recognition of ANZAC Day with a selection of artworks.
ANZAC DAY SERVICE: Darcy Wheeler, Ryan VanDerPoel, Mark Henschke and Kyrah Evans represented the school at the ANZAC Day service.
NORTH East Sri Lankans Association (NESLA) held a Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebration at Wangaratta’s CWA hall and the King George Gardens on Saturday, April 20.
People from all areas of the community joined in the celebration and enjoyed cultural games, traditional dances and shared a meal.
Crowd estimates reached 100, including mayor Dean Rees, deputy mayor Harvey Benton and councillors Irene Grant and Harry Bussell, who joined in the festivities.
NESLA secretary, Punarji Gunaratne, said they were delighted to see the diverse group of people who attended the event to celebrate the solar New Year.
“There was great support from the wider community,” he said.
“People travelled from surrounding areas to join in the festivities, which was a highlight.
“We are part of the broader community as Sri lankans, and we share Wangaratta with so many different cultures.
“I think it’s important that we share our cultures and create awareness about each other, to build a respectful and cohesive community.
“And that is what we saw at the event.”
Local artist, Akila Fernando, donated artworks to be given out as prizes for the lucky winners of traditional games embraced by the crowd.
Traditional Sri Lankan sweets and meals were shared, catered for by Sri Lankan restaurant, Oh My Ceylon.
Traditional Sri Lankan dances were shared by Shali and Shani Performing Arts Australia, in a mesmerizing performance.
The State Government’s Multicultural Festivals and Events Program helped fund the event.
The celebration was supported by the Victorian Multicultural Commission, the Rural City Wangaratta and The Centre For Continuing Education.
NESLA is a completely volunteer led organisation, made up of people from the community working for the community.
A NEW program by Alpine Valleys Community Leadership (AVCL) seeks to support individuals in building their capacity and that of the small, agriculturalbased communities of Springhurst, Chiltern, Baddaginnie, Indigo Valley and Barnawartha.
The new “Community Capacity Creators” program, running from May to September this year, is being tailored through the lens of individuals and communities preparing for climate-related risk, including drought.
AVCL executive officer, Madeline Hines, said the program will be delivered over seven sessions, immersing participants in leadership and community development learnings, adaptive thinking, site-tours and insights from expert guest speakers.
“A highlight of the program includes an immersive regional study tour to Holbrook and Wagga Wagga, offering firsthand experiences of effective practices in social capital building and drought preparedness innovation,” she said.
Ms Hines said the program is about investing in people and communities to strengthen social fabric, so that when times get tough, people have a toolkit, the mindset and know-how to bounce back – or bounce forward.
“This program aims to do just that; it recognises and harnesses the existing wisdom of our community members, and will provide participants with useful information about climate-change, while also equipping them with new strategies to increase their personal and collective capacity,” she said.
The program is supported by FRRR with funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund, with the cost for participation subsidised to only $50. Applications are open to individuals residing in or connected to Springhurst, Chiltern, Baddaginnie, Indigo Valley and Barnawartha, as well as those from surrounding areas within the LGAs of the Rural City of Wangaratta, Benalla Rural City Council and Indigo Shire Council. Applications close May 16 or when capacity is reached.
For more information or to apply, visit https://avclp. org.au/capacity-creators
HOT off its sold out 2023 UK Tour, ‘A Taste of Ireland -The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ returns to Wangaratta this month with a performance that is ‘Celtic - for this decade’.
Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a show that has entertained thousands on May 22 at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre.
Having performed more than 300 shows since 2019, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ has merged cultural tra-
SET in the Memorial Hall at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre, participants will enter the village of PokeinghamSoftly-on-the-Wold in a classic murder mystery dinner experience coming to Wangaratta this week.
Meet crime writer Jonathon Mapletree and a cast of suspicious characters as you solve this quintessentially British whodunnit, beginning with a welcome drink and canapes on arrival, followed by a sitdown two course dinner.
Question the suspects, decipher the clues and work to crack the case, with everyone invited to come dressed in the stylish Art Deco period and fully immerse themselves in this experience to die for.
Dinners will be held this Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4 from 6.30pm to 9.30pm, with tickets available at wpacc.com.au.
ditions, modern flair, and craic galore to deliver a performance that has brought the house down night after night.
On May 22, join an acclaimed cast of champion Irish dancers, dazzling musicians, and a contemporary vocalist, as they blend Irish charm with mindblowing talents to present an unforgettable night of entertainment.
Featuring revamped classics like ‘Danny Boy’ and ‘Tell Me
ONE of Australia’s most awarded, respected and well-known artists, Ross Wilson and his all-star band
The Peaceniks, will perform 50 Years of Hits at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday, May 10 at 8pm. The show includes all the Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock favourites you’d expect, along with the latest offering from an almost six-decade career, tracks from his latest EP and everything in between. Twice inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame, Wilson’s live performances are legendary, with tickets available now at wpacc.com. au.
Ma’, the show’s energetic blend of melodic folk music mashups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, and heartwarming emotion, transports you through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history - complemented by stunning production and lighting.
Starring dancers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance alongside a treasure trove of Irish dancing champions, ’A Taste of Ireland’ merges inter-
national Irish dance stars with the very best talent in the nation to deliver intricate choreography that is 100 per cent live.
Don’t miss your chance to see one of the world’s most prominent Irish dance shows before it takes off around the globe once again.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https:// wpacc.sales.ticketsearch.com/ sales/salesevent/119097.
THE 47th annual Historic Winton, Australia’s longest running, all-historic motor race meeting, will be held at Winton Motor Raceway on May 25 and 26.
More than 400 historic racing cars, motorbikes and sidecars from the 1920s to the 1980s are expected to battle it out for line honours, supported by vehicle displays, an automotive trader market, food vendors and more.
Tickets are available at historicwinton. org.
BEECHWORTH Theatre Company presents the classic British television comedy
The Vicar of Dibley live on stage at the Beechworth Memorial Hall on Friday, May 10 at 7.30pm, Saturday, May 11 at 5pm, Sunday, May 12 at 2pm, Saturday, May 18 at 5pm, Sunday, May 19 at 2pm.
Tickets $30 adult, $25 groups of six or more, $20 student/concession, $15 kids 6 to 12, kids under 6 free.
Purchase tickets at Stickytickets.com. au or at the door.
THE Rural City of Wangaratta along with North East Catchment Management Authority (NECMA) and Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability will present a platypus and rakali discovery event at the Mullinmur Wetland on Friday, May 3. The event is a chance to learn more about Australia’s fascinating water mammals: the renowned platypus and the lesser-known rakali (Australian water rat). It will be an enriching event featuring insightful presentations by local specialists, engaging interactive exhibits, enjoyable family activities and a barbecue. It will be held at 3.45pm and is free to attend (byo water bottle, sturdy shoes and mosquito protection) with registration at events.humanitix.com/mullinmurplatypus-rakali.
BRIGHT Singers are bringing you a smorgasbord of classic pop tunes with two nights of performances spanning music from the 1950s to early 2000s. Bring along your singing voice to join in with the singers’ rendition of My Fair Lady (1950s), Unchained Melody, Eye of the Tiger and more.
The performances are a $5 entry and will both be held at the Bright Senior Citizens Centre at 10 Cobden Street from 4pm Sunday, May 5.
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You’re doing better on a flexibility issue, but you still need to loosen up a bit to show that you can be less judgmental and more understanding about certain sensitive matters.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your personal aspect continues to dominate this week, but try to make time to deal with important career-linked matters as well. A change of plans might occur by the weekend.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Excuses are not really needed for much of the confusion occurring this week. However, explanations from all parties could help in working things out to everyone’s satisfaction.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A surprising (but pleasant) recent turn of events continues to develop positive aspects. But be prepared for a bit of a jolt on another issue that needs attention.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Creating a fuss might bring you the attention that you want. But are you prepared for all the explaining you’d have to do? Better to use more subtle ways to make your bid.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) With education continuing to be a strong factor this week, this could be the time to start learning some new skills that can later be applied to a bid for a potential career move.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might do well to reconsider some of your current priorities before you get so deeply involved in one project that you neglect meeting the deadline on another.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) With an important decision looming, you need to be careful about the information you’re getting. Half-truths are essentially useless. Get the full story before you act.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Find out what everyone’s role is expected to be before accepting a workplace proposal. Getting all the facts now could prevent serious problems later on.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A flexible position on a workplace matter could be the best course to follow during the next several days. A personal issue also benefits from an open-minded approach.
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PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Before submitting your suggestions, take more time to sharpen the points that you want to make. The clearer the presentation, the more of a chance it has to get approved when submitted.
Covering Moyhu, Edi, Myrrhee, Whitfield, Cheshunt and Whitlands areas
BY ANITA McPHERSON amcpherson@ nemedia.com.au
KING Valley residents are invited to kick up their heels and enjoy a night of entertainment the way it used to be, when the Old School Night Out is held on Saturday, May 11 at the Edi Upper Hall.
The event is supported by the Rural City of Wangaratta Grit and Resilience team, who approached King Valley Residents Association (KVRA) members to see if the community would like to host an event.
The team had run a similar night in Wangaratta with great success and offered it to four other locations throughout the rural city.
As having a community event was one of the top priorities identified from the King Valley Community Action Planning initiative held by the KVRA last year, the committee thought it was a great idea.
KVRA member Kaye O’Kane said many locals have memories of the old-time dances that used to be held at the Edi Upper Hall, which is why it was chosen as the venue.
She said many locals remember coming to the dances, including some who had played tennis at the courts that same day.
“Dances included the fox trot, progressive barn dance, Pride of
COMMUNITY SUPPORT:
The Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall now has a defibrillator, courtesy of a generous donation by Lex and Beatrice Anderson. The defib was officially unveiled at the April community lunch. Lex and Beatrice attend the lunches and were keen to see the life saving device installed there, located externally beside the kitchen door at the front of the hall, so that it is available to hall users and the general public. The hall committee including (left) Peter Shanley and (far right) president Alan Sampson, thanked Lex and Beatrice Anderson (centre) on behalf of the Moyhu community.
PHOTO: Neil Jarrott
WANGARATTA Senior Citizens Club
will host an in-house movie from 1.30pm today at its clubrooms in Tara Court, off Ford Street.
Erin, the gypsy tap, the chicken dance and many more,” she said.
“The Wangaratta band that played each month was called Vision and included three members of the Elliott family - Graeme, Colin and Sharon - as well as other musicians.
“The suppers were memorable because they were held at 11.30pm.
“The band would sometimes have supper rather than pack up, then play a few more dances for the younger ones after supper.
“Therese Holmes recalls supper
consisting of 10 loaves of sandwiches and many, many sponges, cakes and slices made by local families.
“She still remembers her mother making a sponge cake topped with cream, sliced banana and red jelly.
“Today, Therese does a wonderful job cooking food for the community lunches at Edi Upper Hall so obviously these experiences have been beneficial for many people in many ways.”
The May 11 event kicks off at 7pm
at the Edi Upper Hall, with Wangaratta jazz band “Sweet Buzz” to perform, and residents of all ages in the King Valley encouraged to come along with family and friends.
Bookings are appreciated for catering purposes, with drinks at bar prices and a range of food available to purchase on the night, courtesy of the Whitfield District Primary School.
Get your free tickets now by visiting events.humanitix.com/oldschool-night-out-edi-upper-hall.
meet on Thursday, May 2 from 1pm in the Seventh Day Adventist Church Hall in Phillipson Street.
Indoor carpet bowls is on Thursday from 12 noon, cards (500) on Friday from 1.30pm, indoor carpet bowls on Monday from 12 noon, and cards (500) and hoy on Tuesday from 1.30pm, all in the group’s clubrooms or in the adjoining St Patrick’s supper room.
The club will meet for breakfast at the Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway on Friday, May 3 from 8am.
WANGARATTA Newcomers will hold their next gathering on Thursday, May 2 from 2pm to 3.30pm at Intermezzo Café.
Join the group for a cuppa and to meet some new people. For details, phone Joy on 0401 843 815 or Ann on 0435 275 864.
WANGARATTA Garden Club will
There will be a mini-show with members’ flowers, a stall, and afternoon tea will be served.
The special effort is a container/ vase of variegated leaves/foliage. Everyone welcome.
VETERAN and family morning tea is held at the Wangaratta RSL on the second Tuesday of each month, with the next catch-up on Tuesday, May 7 from 10am to 11.30am.
All current and ex-service personnel and families are most welcome, contact 0447 217 768.
OXLEY Garden Group will hold its next gathering on Thursday, May 9 from 10am at Gaye and Steven Loechel’s garden at 12 Bartley Street, Moyhu. BYO cup, chair and a small plate to
share. Also bring cuttings, bulbs, etc and gardening tips to share. Enquiries to Gaye on 0467 323 144.
LEARN the art of making sugar flowers with demonstrator Stella Abrahams on Saturday, May 18 from 10am to 3pm at the Galen College food tech room in Phillipson Street. Registration required - contact local Cake Decorators Association of Victoria branch president Lee on 0419 513 735.
WANGARATTA Sing Australia Group holds its weekly meetings each Wednesday from 7.30pm to 9pm at Purbrick Hall, next to Holy Trinity Cathedral.
THE next meeting of the Moyhu CWA will be held on Wednesday, May 8 at 7.30pm. Contact moyhucwa@ outlook.com or Moyhu Evening Facebook page for more details, with all welcome. Moyhu
THE next Moyhu community meal will be held at the Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall on Thursday, May 16 from 12pm.
RSVP is essential, one week before meal date to Neil Jarrott on 5727 9464 or email neil.jarrott@bigpond. com.
show in Cheshunt
KING Valley Arts Presents has released its program for the coming year, beginning with Damon Smith’s Piano Palooza coming to the Cheshunt Hall on Saturday, May 18.
The show is described as a time-travelling piano extravaganza for all ages with songs that span centuries, best enjoyed by people who like rock and roll, blues and storytelling. Doors and bar open at 6.30pm with the show to start at 7pm and tickets are $30 which includes supper provided by Sustainable King Valley, available at events. humanitix.com/damonsmith-s-piano-palooza or visit kingvalleyarts.com.au and follow the links.
THE trash and treasure outlet at the King Valley Community Memorial Hall is open on Saturdays from 10am until 3pm (cash only). All income goes towards supporting and maintaining the community-owned hall, with donation enquiries to Angie on 5729 8487.
All welcome. For details, call Keith Fleet on 0491 114 480 or Cheryl Hoysted on 0419 005 062.
WANGARATTA Woodworkers Inc meet at the Wangaratta Showgrounds each Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9am to 12 noon (closing earlier if no-one is present). The rooms are open on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 7pm to 8.30pm, and Sundays from 10am to 1pm.
All welcome. Contact Bevan on 0437 196 118.
WANGARATTA Keenagers Table Tennis Club plays on Mondays and Thursdays at the table tennis centre at the Wangaratta Showgrounds. Play begins at 8am. New players welcome. Morning tea provided –please bring your own cup. Contact Maureen O’Keefe on 0409 215 881.
WANGARATTA Orchid Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 6.30pm in St Patrick’s supper room, off Ford Street.
Meetings include flower shows and talks, and everyone is welcome. Phone Hans on 0428 119 737.
SATURDAY Quilters meet on the first Saturday of each month from 9.30am in the Wangaratta Small Bore Rifle Club rooms off the river end of College Street.
Beginner and experienced members welcome.
Contact Frances on 0417 158 220.
OSTINATO Wangaratta and District Community Choir meets each Tuesday from 7pm to 9.30pm at the Log Cabin, corner Faithfull and Chisholm Streets, Wangaratta. New members welcome.
Contact Helen on 0457 269278.
37 Rowan Street, Wangaratta 3677
AGM and Guest Speaker
Swamps, Rivers and Ranges are holding their AGM on Friday, May 3,
guest speaker David Watson. For
GARAGE sale, household, kitchen, books, clothes, Saturday , May 4, 8am - 12noon strictly, 25 Morrell Street, Wangaratta, cash only.
CONCRETING, big or small jobs, paths, driveways, shed slabs, verandahs, 15 years experience. For a free quote, phone Trev Anderson on 0422 200 761.
MARK’S Mowing, reasonable prices, ride on mowing, edging, clean up, spraying and any waste removal. Ph 0472 603 156.
PAINTER, old school, for all your painting needs, commercial, industrial renovations. Phone Julian 0412 597 482.
WHEELER Earthworks, available for all your earthworks needsyard clean ups, stump removals, driveways, material supply and spreading, and more. Call Marcus on 0491 094 545.
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To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to: Edward Higgins CEO North East Media Pty Ltd ehiggins@nemedia.com.au
Truck Driver/Meat Lumper
Required in South Hedland WA. $1000+ per day.
Accom, car and flights provided. Contact Tony on 0417 034 421.
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JACK Russell pup, female, tri-colour, 9 weeks old, vaccinated and microchipped, beautiful pup, $750 each, source ID: MB247428, microchip number: 956000016590495. Ph 0432 243 392.
LABRADOR puppies for sale, $1500 each, source number: MB248445, microchip numbers: 956000016295636, 956000016300685, 956000016300280, 956000016285962, 956000016287034. Ph 0408 581 996.
2006 NISSAN PATHFINDER, reg (UDQ911), 180,000km, 1 owner, 7 seater, second spare, roof racks, very good condition, $8000 ono. Call Robin 0412 485 113.
2015 Skoda Octavia Scout Premium Wagon, diesel, roof racks, tow bar, 304,000km, service history, RWC, reg (AEV982), $8000 ono. Ph 0438 648 123, Milawa.
OLD cars wanted, cars removed. Ph 0435 083 115.
CARAVANS & CAMPERS
HONDA Accord Euro sedan 2005, red, auto, one owner, regularly serviced, runs well, reg (TNC309), no RWC, straight, 466,686km, Whitfield, $2200 ono. Ph 0447 526 403.
2019 Ezytrail forward fold with annex and many extras including 95L f/freezer, $15,000, located Euroa. Ph 0437 064 426.
CARAVAN Phoenix Scorpion Off-Road, reluctant sale, $15,000. Ph 0407 373 167.
2005 Izuzu Van (T0V227), manual, diesel, reg till Aug 2024, services regularly by Robinsons Trucks, in good condition, $15,000 ono. Ph 0439 030 062.
2005 Toyota Corolla Ascent Hatchback (TIZ667) May 15. 126,000km, manual, 17" alloy wheels, TRD upgrades, tinted windows, excellent condition $8000. Ph 0438 988 608.
FORD XR6 sedan for sale (XIB978), aero blue, automatic, 54,000km, rego in December, $25,000, contact Debbie 0427 711 462.
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RWC.
BLAIR, Andrew. Passed
in Healesville, April 27,
Aged 83
Former
Alternatives. Friend of Helen and Adrian
McCORMACK,
Ann June. 24/5/1941 – 25/4/2024
Passed away peacefully at Northeast Health. Loved wife of Brian
Loving mother to Sharon, David and Chris.
Sister of Mick, Dee and Tony
A light from our lives has gone, A voice we love is still.
A place is vacant within our hearts
Which never can be filled.
A bouquet of beautiful memories, Sprayed with a million tears.
I wish God could have spared you
If just for a few more years.
We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain.
To walk with us throughout our lives
Until we meet again.
So, rest in peace our little Angel And thanks for all you've done. We pray that God has given you The crown you've truly won. Your vacant place no one can fill
We miss you now and always will.
McCORMACK, Ann.
I will think about you always, and I will talk about your funny ways. You will never be forgotten, and you never will.
I will hold you close to my heart and there you will remain, to walk and guide my through my life until we meet again.
I love you eternally and will miss you so very much.
~ Always your loving daughter Sharon. McCORMACK
The service to celebrate the life of Ann McCormack will be held in the Mason Park Chapel, 95 Mason Street, Wangaratta, on Friday, May 3, 2024
commencing at 10.30am
Burial will follow in the Wangaratta Lawn Cemetery
Ann’s service will be live
streamed and can be viewed at
https://masonpark.com au/ live-streaming/ Mason Park Funerals 5721 5060 masonpark.com.au
By WILLSON MACK WANGARATTA
superstar Daniel Sharrock will miss the rest of the 2024 season after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus.
Sharrock, one of the competition’s best midfielders, was stretchered from the ground in the third quarter of Wangaratta’s loss to Yarrawonga on April 20.
The 25-year-old suffered an ACL injury to his right knee as an emerging youngster in
2018 and underwent a reconstruction and, given his history, he was immediately concerned when the injury occurred against the Pigeons.
Sharrock had a scan last Tuesday, but had not received the result until Monday.
He spoke to a surgeon yesterday (Tuesday) to determine the plan of attack on surgery.
It’s a massive loss for the Magpies who are facing an uphill battle of playing finals after starting the season 1-4.
THREE swimmers from Wangaratta District Specialist School Lara Pearson, Harry White and Toria Waddell–Laing competed in the multiclass division of the School Sport Victoria Swimming Championships at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre last month.
In front of 1000 swimmers and spectators in a large stadium 50m swimming pool the students each excelled in their event swim bringing home a swag of medals.
Lara Pearson – 12-14yrs
50m Girls Freestyle Multiclass – 3rd place & time 42.43
Harry White – 15-16yrs
50m Boys Freestyle Mulitclass – 3rd place & time 44.12
Harry White – 15-16yrs 50m Boys Freestyle Mulitclass – 5th place & time 1.08
Toria Wadell – Laing –15-16yrs Girls Freestyle Mutliclass – 3rd place & time 59.65
Toria Wadell – Laing – 1516yrs Girls Freestyle Mutliclass – 3rd place & time 1.22
WDSS physical education teacher Rowan Barrow congratulated the students on their achievements.
“Well done to the students for competing for the first time in the School Sport Victoria pathway events, representing the school, Hume region and reaching state level championships,” Mr Barrow said.
and
STRONG RUN: Tom Gerrish ran his 6km leg in a time of 21.13 mins at Athletics Victoria’s cross-country relays on the weekend.
SATURDAY’S Athletics Victoria cross-country relays series saw Wangaratta and area athletes in action for North East Region - the combination of Mansfield, Shepparton, Albury and Wodonga athletic clubs.
In warm conditions at Jells Park in Melbourne, the div three team (5x6 km) saw Caleb Gilbert lead off with a time of 20.03 minutes for his 6km.
Tom Gerrish ran the third leg in 21.13 mins.
The team finished fourth in division three.
Gilbert finished 10th in the u20 age group.
The div six team (4x6km) featured Brendan Norden on the third leg in 28.13 mins and Liam Delany the anchor leg in 24.23 mins. Again, the team finished fourth in division six. Kay Heinecke ran the third leg for the division two women in 38.16 mins. Also in action was Corey Harrap with Melbourne Uni division three, running 20.51 mins.
For information and full results see Athletics Victoria athsvic.org.au or locally Brendan Norden.
Next event is a new one at Hanging Rock on May 11.
Magpies
BEST: KANGAROOS: Edward Clayton, Leonard Clayton, Mario Sacco, Ollie Reynolds, Kade Jackson, Eamon Mullins. JUNIOR MAGPIES: Jackson Hewitt, Lucas Sexton, Alex Cairncross, Cooper Allan, Riley Burrows, John Wohlers. GOALS: KANGAROOS: Edward Clayton 1, Ryley Downing 1, Will Graham 1. JUNIOR MAGPIES: Riley Burrows 2, Alex Cairncross 2, William Petersen 2, John Wohlers 2, Zach Bott 1, Jackson Hewitt 1, Jack Holmes 1, Charlie Miller 1, Corey Petersen
Lucas Sexton 1. Tigers
Myrtleford
BEST: TIGERS: Mac Correll, Oliver Mullane, Sam Morey, Jensen Perna, Billy McClen, Drew Winter. MYRTLEFORD: Charlie Piazza, Rourke Warner, Jethro Novak, Taj Cooper, Sam Muraca, Oscar Benson. GOALS: TIGERS: Lucas Webb 6, Mac Correll 1, Billy McClen 1, Ryan McKay 1, Kayden Mckelvie 1, William Simpson 1. MYRTLEFORD: Liam McManus 1, Rourke Warner 1.
BEST: CENTRALS: Cooper Boman, Connor Breheny, Dean Balfour, Connor Ormond, Charlie Curr, Hayden Currie. IMPERIALS: Luke Griffiths, Jed Marek, Nicholas Kjar, Ben McMonigle, Marshall Semmens. GOALS: CENTRALS: Connor Breheny 2, Reid McNamara 1. IMPERIALS: Nicholas Kjar 5, Marshall Semmens 4, Beau Benton 2, Kai McPhan 2, Hugo Bandt 1, Luke Griffiths 1, Charlie Maher 1, Max Startin 1, Cooper Young 1. Mansfield
BEST: MANSFIELD: Charlie Dobson, Andrew Friday, Edwin Morphett, James Lean, nick Taylor, Samuel Kain. BENALLA: Sam Gates, Mitchell Cooney, Bryce Cooney, Jobe Stovell, Josh Hart, Josh Mathieson. GOALS: MANSFIELD: James Benton 4, Harry Craddock 3, Alistair Daniels 2, James Lean 2, Xavier Maroney 2, Ben Baklis 1, Christopher Caminos 1, Liam Smith 1. BENALLA: Mitchell Cooney 3.
BEST: COLLEGE: Fraser Burgan, Rory Harvey, Kallam Pensak, Christian Ashworth, Harvey Lyster, Selby Doyle.
Junior Magpies
BEST: KANGAROOS: Jack Pople, Noah Gigliotti, Mitchell Murphy, Mason Skermer, Charlie Kelly, John Crotty. JUNIOR MAGPIES: Maxwell James, Cooper Cassidy, Sam McIntosh, Lane Sloan, Winston Maiden, Patrick Alker-Jones. GOALS: KANGAROOS: Henry Ackerly 4, Oscar Edwards 2, Charlie Kelly 2, Maddox Coleman 1, Mitchell Murphy 1, Jack Pople 1, Archie Symons 1, Hudson Wallace 1, Kieran White 1.
Patrick Alker-Jones 1, Archie Johnson 1, Winston
Myrtleford
BEST: TIGERS: Riley Webb, Marlon Togolo, Hugh Sharp, Blake Kantor, Nate O’Keefe, Austin Whitehead. MYRTLEFORD: Matthew Morgan, Sam Lupo, Leon Gabler, Taylor McPherson, Blake Parolin, Tex Cartwright. GOALS: TIGERS: Blake Kantor 2, Xavier Sheldon 2, Mia Simpson 2, Zachariah Akers 1, Lachie Farrington 1, Noah Williams 1. MYRTLEFORD: Tex Cartwright 2, Sam Lupo 1, Cooper Roman 1.
BEST: CENTRALS: Austin Morris, Ethan Cryer, Andrew Fraser, Milla Wallace, Noah Paul, Jesse Walkerden. IMPERIALS: Riley Mckay, Sam Newton, Zeke Hogan, Samuel K Savage, Jack Ambrose, Luke Jones. GOALS: CENTRALS: Ethan Cryer 3, Andrew Fraser 2, Dusty Hogarth 2, Cooper Blair 1, Cooper Grimshaw 1, Beau Johns 1, Jesse Walkerden 1. IMPERIALS: Jack Ambrose 1, Wally Startin 1, Luke Welch 1, Logan Wilson 1. Mansfield Blue
BEST: MANSFIELD BLUE: Bodhi Killeen, Gus Robinson, Noah Langlands, Harry Theodossi, Reeve Purday, Phoebe Guppy. BRIGHT: Harris Bruneau, Harry West, Gabriel Banks, Alex Tanaskovic, Oscar Lewis, Campbell Nightingale. GOALS: MANSFIELD BLUE: Gus Robinson 3, Bodhi Killeen 1, Jay Kynnersley 1, Taj Kynnersley 1, Regan Watts 1. BRIGHT: Alex Tanaskovic 4, Gabriel Banks 2, Darcy Andersen 1, Harris Bruneau 1, Brock Buckland 1.
COLLEGE: Cooper Bowman, Reegan Monk, Tate Llewellyn, Charlie OBrien, Kayden Reid, Dominic Ciccone. MANSFIELD YELLOW: William Benton, James
BEST: TIGERS: Vaughn
WANGARATTA City gritted out a 1-all draw against Twin City Wanderers at South Wangaratta Reserve on Sunday.
Twin City found the first goal of the match through Shane Hasler midway through the first half and when Wangaratta’s Alex Pitt was handed a red card at halftime the Devils looked to be up against it.
However, the home side rallied in the second half with Mason Taylor equalising midway through the term.
The Devils hung on from there and coach Raff Molinaro said his side was pleased with the result.
“Against a full-strength Twin City side who were sitting second or third on the table at the time we’ll take the draw,” Molinaro said.
“We went 1-0 down and then had a man sent off around the 40th minute mark so to come out in the second half and play the way we did was great.
“We had a chat at half-time and I definitely feel like everyone lifted in the second half, the boys wanted to get a result.”
The Devils have had a tough start to the season winning just the one game, however, Molinaro believes his side can build from here on in.
“The weekend was the first time we’ve had a full strength side so it was really our first proper test as a team,” he said.
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“Everyone’s still getting used to playing with each other but all of the boys still believe we can make an impact and challenge any side this season.
“The weekend showed that the boys still believe, we were 10 down for a whole half and the extra effort all of the boys put in to not only hang in but also find the equalising goal was awesome.
“There were a few great tackles and great saves from Jamie (Walker) in goals so I think we can take some momentum from here.”
Wangaratta welcomed Vitaly Leschen and Taylor back into the team with both making an immediate impact.
“Vitaly’s back from overseas so we started him on the bench because he needed limited minutes but when he came on he was really good so it’s going to be exciting when he’s 100 per cent,” Molinaro said.
“Mason played his first game back from suspension and put onE in the back of the net – he’s a quality player and one that’s good to have back for the rounds to come.”
Wangaratta City face the bye next weekend before hosting Albury Hotspurs on May 12.
■ From back page “Pippa (O’Connor), one of the under 14s, she went in goals for the second half and Estella (Hernandez) went out on the pitch, we gave her a run.
“We changed our centre halves, we took them off and brought a couple of others in there to give them a run because they hadn’t had much game time.
“We tried to get some minutes into people - ‘Kiki’ (Kalika Miliankos-King) only came back last week, she had a go in the reserves
then played half a game in the seniors.”
The senior Lady Devils now sit in the top three on the ladder, trailing Albury Hotspurs and Wodonga Diamonds, and face Wodonga Heart this weekend.
It was a similar story of domination in the division two match, the Lady Devils surpassing Wanderers 8-0.
Wangaratta shared the ball around, with seven players finding the back of the net, Coco Fan the only multiple goal scorer.
WANGARATTA posted the highest score of the A grade competition to date on their way to a 23goal win over Myrtleford at Norm Minns Oval on Saturday
The Magpies led at every change before putting on an 18-goal to 11 final term to run away convincing 64-41 winners.
The victory continues a super start to the 2024 season for Wangaratta who hit this weekend’s bye with a 5-0 record.
Magpies coach Shea Cunningham said she was pleased with the result.
“We were really happy with the way we went,” Cunningham said.
“We hadn’t been great starters at the start of the season, but we’ve worked really hard and we were able to do that again today after a great first quarter against Yarrawonga last week.”
Amanda Umanski was enormous under the post shooting 50 goals, while as always, Issy Newton was unstoppable in the mid-court.
Wangaratta defender Katie Dean enjoyed a tussle with Myrtleford
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star shooter Daisy O’Kane with the latter netting 38 goals.
The Magpies have also been using former Yarrawonga star Abbey Jones in attack in the absence on Georgia Clark.
“We went really deep on the bench and everyone played their role really well,” Cunningham said.
“We’re really pleased to have Abbey on board with us this year and she just gives us something a little bit different.
“We’ve been using her mainly in goals at the moment until Georgia is ready to come back, then we’ll look to probably swing her through the midcourt.
“She just offers a nice cool, calm and collected head and great leadership on court, adding lots of depth to our side.”
Wangaratta hits the bye with an unblemished record and resume their season with a clash against Lavington on May 11.
Wangaratta Rovers had the bye on the weekend.
SHOT: Emily Canny shot at 82.22 per cent in the
BRIGHT’S A grade netball side recorded their first win of the season on Saturday, defeating King Valley 42-34, while Milawa had a close call against Bonnie Doon.
Playing at Whitfield, the Roos and Bright traded blows early in the first quarter, going goal for goal until midway through the second term.
Bright managed to open up a four-goal lead by the
long break, a margin which was pushed out to seven goal by the start of the final term.
Bright’s defenders proved the difference, combining scoreboard pressure with intensity in the defensive end to force the turnover, which Bright’s shooters were all too happy to send the ball through the ring at the other end.
Ellen Buckley and Kristi Hacket in goal defence worked well with young goal keeper Molly Whitty, while
Kate Buckley shot at 75 per cent accuracy for the match.
Co-coach Kate Buckley said it was a full team effort.
“It was another tough opponent but thankfully we came out on top - each and every player really did their role and contributed to the win,” she said.
“We connected well in goals with our percentage at the highest it has been so far this season.
“Patience around the
ring, strong defence across the entire court, a positive mindset and consistency across the four quarters was definitely what helped us secure our first win.”
Elsewhere, Milawa survived a scare against a thriving Bonnie Doon outfit, taking the points by just two goals 51-49.
The court was alive with competition, with neither team able to open up and maintain a substantial mar-
gin, the scores level at 36-36 by three quarter time.
Milawa shooters Jordan Leslie and Emily Canny (37 goals at 82 per cent accuracy) were able to hold their nerve and shoot true through the final term to help their side to the full helping of points.
“It was a really tough match on Saturday against a strong opponent in Bonnie Doon, with plenty of changes in the lead throughout the match,” Milawa
coach Kerrie Gray said.
“We had plenty of positional changes and I am proud of the girls for adjusting their play during the game and working hard for the win.”
In other A grade matches from the weekend, Greta handed North Wangaratta a 47-goal loss, Whorouly proved too good for Goorambat 39-21, and Moyhu thumped Benalla All Blacks 59-38.
ROUND 4
SUNDAY was the first home game for Wangaratta Rovers’ open women’s side, and the sun was shining.
A few late outs with sickness meant that Rovers lined up with 21 players but all of them ready to go.
The first quarter saw the Rovers take control quickly out of the middle, with Alice Minns winning the tap and propelling the ball into the forward 50.
Helen Collins was awarded with a free kick after landing a great tackle and slotted the first goal of the day.
The midfield led by Emma Gosbell kept delivering the ball in the forward 50 with five other goals following.
Alanna McKenna worked tirelessly on the wing during the second quarter to help rebound the ball back to the Rovers’ forward 50.
After the half-time break, Rovers came out hard and put more scoreboard pressure on.
In a highlight of the game, Chloe Kungl took a mark on the 50m line and a long bomb got it through the big sticks for her first goal of the game.
Emma Gosbell was strong in the midfield all the way to the end, laying tackles and clearing the ball from congestion.
The duo of Helen Collins and Cas Sammon worked hard in the last quarter as ruck and rover, moving the ball down the field.
Final score: Wangaratta Rovers 13.7 (85) def Thurgoona 0.1 (1).
Goals: Amy Collins (4), Charlize Simmonds (3), Jacinta Findlay (2), Renea MacBain (2), Chloe Kungl (1) and Helen Collins (1).
Best: Emma Gosbell, Alana McKenna, Chloe Kungl, Charlize Simmonds, Jacinta Findlay, Amy Collins.
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The Rovers came up against a Thurgoona Bulldogs side who were struggling for numbers on Sunday at W.J. Findlay Oval - Rovers players Chloe Mizzi, Immy Cook and Mia Atkinson Reiffel filled in for the Bulldogs in the first half and Ella Pund and Hannah Carrol played for the Bulldogs in the second half.
Lily Currie Fraser was in and amongst it early, laying a few fantastic tackles in a row.
Ella Pund worked brilliantly in the last line of defence and her kicking out from full back was always to the Rovers advantage.
The Rovers went into the quarter time break trailing the Bulldogs 2.2 (14) to 4.1 (25).
Defensive efforts were the high-
light of the second quarter, with Molly Thomas, Clare Collins, Lilias Coonan and Lara Maples all taking strong contested marks.
A handball from Lara Maples hit Tasmyn Clunie on the run and she ran in to score the Rovers’ third goal of the game.
Hannah Carroll’s tackle efforts and a great goal line touch by Ella Pund kept the Bulldogs to two goals for the quarter.
Abbey Waide moved into the middle of the ground for the last quarter and made an immediate impact with a great hit out in the first ruck contest of the quarter.
Ammy Thompson, who worked tirelessly all day, took a great defensive mark.
The Rovers’ efforts in the last quarter held the Bulldogs to just one goal and they ended the match 4.3 (27) to Thurgoona 11.4 (70).
Final score: Wangaratta Rovers 4.3 (27) def by Thurgoona 11.4 (70).
Goals: Abbey Waide (2), Tasmyn Clunie (1), Lily Currie Fraser (1).
Best: Makenzie Clark, Lily Currie Fraser, Chloe Mizzi, Tasmyn Clunie, Gemma Couch Trinder, Abbey Waide.
UNDER 14
A cool and slightly dewy morning met the under 14 Rovers for their home game clash against Thurgoona Bulldogs at WJ Findlay oval.
The first quarter was a dominant display from the whole team, with mids and forwards competing strongly for the ball on the ground and in the air, and the defence holding up extremely well when the ball entered Thurgoona’s half of the ground.
The second half became a more tightly contested game, with lots of the newer Rovers finding opportunities to play through the midfield, wings and forward line, to continue to develop skills and confidence.
Two excellent marks were taken in the forward line by Eloise Booth, who played in front of her opponent to win the footy.
The final quarter saw Issy Foster hit the scoreboard, who was rewarded from some excellent play on the half forward line, bursting through the contest into space.
Finals score: Wangaratta Rovers 14.12 (96) def Thurgoona 0.0 (0).
Goals: Ruby Newton (7), Mia Simpson (4), Quinn O’Keefe (1), Isabelle Foster (1), Tessa Koop (1).
Best: Inanay Gilson, Ruby Newton, Mia Simpson, Amy Lowe, Isabelle Foster, Tessa Koop.
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AMANDA Umanski’s Wangaratta dispatched Myrtleford by 23-goals at Norm Minns Oval on Saturday. The victory made it five wins from five games to start the 2024 season.
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Division one women thrash Twin City Wanderers 16-0, reserves win 8-0 y,
WANGARATTA City FC’s senior women recorded one of their most dominant wins ever on the weekend, annihilating Twin City Wanderers 16-0. The heavy favourites heading into the match against the current bottom of the table, the Lady Devils
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wasted no time finding the back of the net, scoring goal after goal to lead 12-0 at half-time. Another four goals
followed in the second half, with Lara Seeger (seven), Bianca Mulqueen (four), Hannah Swindley (four) and Leanne Branson (one) doing the damage.
Coach Terry Masters said it was good to see his side doing their job, no matter the opposition.
“That’s the main thing, they did what they had to do and they got rewarded with a lot of goals and a lot of chances,” he said.
“We didn’t make any changes, we played the starting 11 for the whole half, just so they could get a run together.
“It didn’t really get over the halfway line – I think our keeper touched it once, and that was a back pass from quite a way out.”
Masters said the effort in the first half allowed him to trial players in new positions, and give some returning players some more gametime.
“The pleasing thing was we didn’t all go looking for goals, we had everyone maintain their positions and shape – that was one pleasing thing but to be honest you really can’t take too much from it,’ he said.
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