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By STEVE KELLY

ON THE LOOKOUT: Homicide Squad detectives released a 47-year-old Wangaratta woman without charge pending further enquiries into their investigation into the fatal stabbing of a 42-year-old Wangaratta man.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

FATAL STABBING Man dies in Vincent Road incident: woman released without charge

A WANGARATTA woman has been released from police custody without charge as investigations into a fatal stabbing at a Vincent Road home remain ongoing.

Police said a 42-year-old Wangaratta man was found injured at the Wangaratta address around 11:30pm on Sunday night after officers were called to an altercation.

He was taken to hospital and died a short time later.

BY BAILEY ZIMMERMANN bzimmermann@ nemedia.com.au

A Victoria Police spokesperson said police arrested a 47-yearold Wangaratta woman at the scene and held her in custody for questioning.

“She has been interviewed by police and released without charge

pending further enquiries,” they said.

“The investigation remains ongoing.”

Homicide Squad detectives are leading the investigation.

Police believe the 47-year-old woman and 42-year-old man were known to each other.

On Monday Homicide Squad detectives and forensic investigators established a crime scene at the address examining a rear bungalow

of the Vincent Road property.

Officers were also seen examining a blue Trek bicycle out the front nature strip, the property’s driveway and an empty Vodka bottle on top of a bin.

Any witnesses, anyone with CCTV/dashcam footage or information was urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au

SEVERE storm damage in the Rural City of Wangaratta has forced council’s hand to swap roads funding for vital clearing of trees over powerlines.

Council has approved a budget reallocation of $233,000 from its road resheeting program to arboriculture.

Marcus Goonan, director of community services and infrastructure, emphasised that the funding was not additional money to council’s existing budget.

“Council is responsible for powerline clearances in areas it manages, specifically high voltage, low voltage and service wires,” he said.

“This work must be carried out in accordance to the Safety Act as council does not have the in-house resources to complete this work, they need to be outsourced via contractors.

“These clearance works are required to be completed annually and non-compliance may result in a fine.

“Due to several severe storms in late 2024, these works were delayed, and significant damage required clean-up.

“This also impacted the normal budget allocated for this task.”

Mr Goonan explained that the gravel resheeting budget is primarily used to purchase gravel for unsealed roads, with resheeting of each road typically occurring every 10 to 15 years apart.

Two roads due for resheeting in the next three months, including Bella Vista and Dickens roads, will be graded instead, with resheeting of these roads rescheduled for two to three months’ time.

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Indi pollies welcome PBS co-payment cap

By STEVE KELLY THE Consumers Health Forum of Australia (CHF) has welcomed the reduction of the maximum copayment under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) to $25 from January 2026, a move that has gained bipartisan support from Labor and the Coalition.

CHF CEO Dr Elizabeth Deveny said it is a major win for Australian health consumers and something CHF has consistently advocated for.

“Every dollar matters when people are choosing between food, bills and essential medication, and this is a significant win for health consumers struggling with the rising cost of living,” she said.

“What we have heard from consumers ever since the rise in cost-of-

living is they have had to choose between paying for essentials or filling their prescriptions.

“This will ease the burden for millions.”

Indi candidates for Indi from respective parties and the Indi incumbent also support the cost saving measure.

Labor candidate Mitch Bridges said “After nine years of Coalition damage and the worst health minister (as voted by doctors) since Federation, Labor is making great legwork in making life-saving treatments available, but we know there’s plenty still to do”.

Liberal candidate James Trenery said a Dutton Coalition government will guarantee cheaper medicines and lower the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme co-payment to $25, in

line with its proud record of supporting a strong PBS in Australia.

“This will ensure Australians have more affordable access to the medicines and treatments they need, at a time when healthcare has never been more expensive,” he said.

“Labor’s cost-of-living crisis is forcing Australians to make difficult decisions about their health – decisions that no Australian should have to make.

“Under Labor and Helen Haines, the electorate of Indi has experienced a 179,391 reduction in Medicare Bulk Billing services.

“This means 179,391 doctor appointments where members of our community had to pay more to see a doctor now, than they did three years ago.

“This is a 8.4 per cent reduction in bulk billing across Indi, since 2022

when Helen Haines was re-elected and Labor came to government.”

Indi incumbent Helen Haines said people with chronic health conditions are often most vulnerable to cost-of-living pressures and reducing the PBS cap will make a big difference to their regular budget.

“When people avoid getting their medications because they can’t afford it, it not only impacts their quality of life but puts further strain on our health system,” Dr Haines said.

“As an Independent, I support good policies that work for Indi and this is one of those policies.

“We’ve seen a lot of ‘me too’ from the Coalition in quickly matching many of Labor’s election promises, so I was pleased to see them agree to this measure to give certainty to Australians they will receive this relief.”

FURPHY: Grand Central Hotel owner Steve Wilson was bemused to arrive at the Murphy Street venue on Tuesday morning and see handmade signs promoting

a ‘grand opening’ this month. ‘Get Ready for April 18’ read the signs, which were accompanied by colourful streamers. Steve said he had a chuckle to himself about the April Fool’s Day prank, saying it obviously highlighted the eagerness of locals to return to the venue. The hotel has been closed for renovations since late September, and while no grand opening date has yet been set, Steve said it would definitely not be April 18.

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The Labor government’s School Saving Bonus provides cost of living relief to hundreds of thousands of families, who have so far saved more than $150 million on the costs of school essentials.

More than 700,000 transactions have been processed since the bonus was launched in November, with families saving more than $60 million on uniforms, $58 million on camps and excursions, and $31.8 million on textbooks.

Families have until 30 June to use the $400 School Saving Bonus to purchase uniforms or textbooks, either through approved suppliers or at second-hand uniform and textbook shops run by schools.

Any money unspent by this date will automatically transfer to a family’s school account, with parents able to use these remaining funds on school activities like camps, sports or excursions.

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Village dams rejuvenated for release of native fish

TWO thousand golden perch fingerlings, regarded as an important native fish across the Murray-Darling basin range, have been released into dams at The Terrace retirement village by Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability.

The release took place several months after the dam was made ready, with electrofishing to remove non-native fish species such as carp.

“It’s a great day for the local the local environment, as the release of golden perch is part of a larger project including significant revegetation around the dam and the addition of in-water habitat to support the fish,” WLS president Tony Lane said.

The project has been supported by the Victorian Fisheries Authority, which provided the fingerlings in addition to the many fish releases into local rivers in recent weeks.

There may also be opportunity to involve secondary school students in designing and constructing a frog pond next to the dam.

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GREAT DAY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT: Residents and Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability volunteers attended the fish release event at The Terrace. operator Respect Group Ltd, the large Wangaratta campus houses St John’s aged care and 153-home retirement village, The Terrace.

Once farmland on the outskirts of Wangaratta, Respect’s site now represents a valuable environmental space in the midst of fast-

growing suburbia, as well as offering room for expansion.

Retirement village manager Peter Kenyon said Respect was proud to work with locals to realise opportunities that benefited residents, the local community and the environment.

“We’re renowned for our re-

markable birdlife, and this is something that brings delight to our residents,” he said.

“Village streets are named after different bird species, but now that we’re also providing homes for fish, one of our newer streets should probably be called Golden Perch Way.”

The network of dams on the Respect campus is fed from natural inflow as well as a bore.

It supports a diversity of native birdlife through enhanced resident amenity in addition to providing for site irrigation.

Adding to the work being

GOLDEN MOMENT: The release of 2000 golden perch fingerlings into dams at The Terrace retirement village was carried out last week by Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability. led by WLS with native fish and revegetation around the dam, a broader landscaping upgrade will also commence soon across other areas of the Respect site.

Ten residents and nine WLS volunteers attended the fish release event in a great show of support for the project.

Young people in Wangaratta asked to voice ideas, priorities THE Rural City of Wangaratta is inviting young people aged 12-25 to lead the way in the new ‘What YOUth Want’ campaign, running until Sunday, 11 May. The quick and easy 60-second survey is designed by and for young people.

This initiative empowers participants to voice their ideas, hopes, and priorities

through a Youth Census.

By taking part, young individuals stand a chance to win great prizes including the opportunity to customise Nike sneakers to the value of $250 with Nike By You. Featuring local youth ambassadors, social media engagement, and pop-up events across the region, the campaign aims to amplify the

voices of young people.

Rural City of Wangaratta youth councillor Edward Browne said this was an exciting opportunity for young people to shape the future of the region.

“We want to hear what is important to them and how we can make our region better for all young people, now and into the future,” he said.

Wangaratta Mayor Irene

Grant said young people are the future of the community, and their voices matter.

“The ‘What YOUth Want’ campaign is a fantastic opportunity for them to share their ideas and shape the decisions that affect them,” she said.

For more information visit connect.wangaratta.vic.gov. au and follow @wangyouth on Instagram.

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Saturday, 5 April, Netball, Rovers Ground, 9-12 pm.

Friday, 11 April, Al’s Skate Co: skate jam and deck art workshop, Mitchell Ave, 1-3pm.

Saturday, 12 April, Wangaratta Farmers Market, 8am-12pm.

Tuesday, 15 April, McDonald’s, Ryley Street, 12-1pm.

Tuesday, 15 April, Zambrero, Murphy Street, 1-2pm.

Tuesday, 15 April, Scoops Ice Creamery, Murphy St, 2-3pm.

Thursday, 1 May, Wangaratta Library, 4-5pm.

Thursday, 1 May, KFC, Ryley Street, 5-6pm.

Thursday, 8 May, Schnitz and Co-store, 3:30-5pm.

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Budding writers build storytelling skills

By SIMONE KERWIN

ABOUT 100 primary school students from Wangaratta and surrounds completed an engaging term-long writing course with published authors by attending workshops at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre last week.

Authors Judith Rossell, Claire Saxby, Huda Hayek and Lili Wilkinson, who had offered their knowledge and experience during a series of online sessions, were thrilled to be able to meet the students faceto-face in Wangaratta.

“It’s so lovely to come out of the city; country kids don’t often have the opportunity to work one-onone with authors, and they are so enthusiastic and open, real information absorbers,” Claire said.

“It’s great that the program has been co-designed with State Library Victoria and educators as well as the authors, to make sure it’s as appropriate and useful as possible.”

Claire said it was as vital for children to understand the importance of mistakes during the writing process as to see a finished publication.

“I show examples of my mistakes, and how I go back and fix them, instead of children thinking that they have to get it right all the time,” she said.

She said youngsters always offered surprising ideas in what they produced, and she loved hearing them read the stories they had de-

veloped over the program.

Everton Primary School teacher Bec Feldtmann said the grade three, four and five students who were part of the program had risen to the challenge and relished the opportunity to extend their writing skills with the authors’ guidance.

“It’s really well structured and the online part worked brilliantly; they were so engaged and couldn’t wait for each session, and to come here today,” she said.

Everton Primary student Archie Dobbs said he had enjoyed creating the characters for his story, as well as thinking up the plot, and had learnt how to overcome any obstacles that arose in his writing.

Isabel James from Appin Park Primary said it had been fun to meet the authors and build on her skills.

“I learnt that the characters in a story can be you - you can put yourself in any spot you like,” she said.

State Library Victoria director experience Joel McGuinness said it had been wonderful to see the students come together for the inperson workshops after developing a rapport with the authors over several weeks online.

He said it was incredibly important for State Library Victoria to extend its programs across the state.

“We are a state library, not just a library for Melbourne,” he said.

“I grew up in regional Western Australia, so I know how meaningful it is to have these kinds of experiences for young people in rural and regional areas.

STORYTELLERS UNITE: Author Lili Wilkinson chats to Everton Primary School students Mitchell Titcumb, Archie Dobbs and Nate Robinson during Tuesday’s writing workshops organised by State Library Victoria.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling “The authors are awesome; they are all award-winning and love working with young people.”

Carraragarmungee Primary School principal Marie de Prada said she always jumped at the opportunity for students to have any involvement in arts programs.

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“They get a bit of motivation and inspiration; we looked at structuring a story, and talked about what they like in books and what engages them. They have thoroughly enjoyed it.”

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Mural is a work of art Wednesday, April 1, 2015

By ANITA McPHERSON A HAND-painted mural depicting Australian native animals, family pets and some familiar farmyard friends, is catching the eye of passers-by at the Warby Street Veterinary Hospital.

The mural is the work of the St Patrick’s Primary School community, who was approached by veterinarian Andrew Bett to come up with something fresh to replace an 18-year-old sign which had become weathered and damaged over the years.

Visual arts teacher Nara Nicoll said the project was completed during term four last year and involved the kids brainstorming the kinds of animals a local veterinarian would be treating.

“Through our enquiry unit, we were looking at native Australian animals and how it would apply to our area, and then we thought about who would be using the vet services,” she said.

“Our learning support officer Jodie Mays was the artist who sketched and created the stencils, and then the kids did the rest.”

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ARTSCAPE: Warby Street veterinarian Andrew Bett (right) is delighted with the surgery’s new mural, which was created with the help of St Patrick’s staff and students including (from far left) Jodie Mays, Nara Nicoll, Ben Nolan and Regan Gambold.

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to grade six all had an opportunity to be involved in the project, employing a wide variety of different

painting and printing techniques they learnt in class to create the work of art.

The mural is in three panels and was installed this week, and Mr Bett is pleased with the result.

“I reckon it looks fantastic,” he said.

“I love it, because it’s got just about every kind of animal we see here.”

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Donation extends NHW wig collection

A GENEROUS $4500 donation from Cathedral College Wangaratta’s Parents and Friends Association is set to assist the wig room at Northeast Health Wangaratta’s oncology department.

The funds were raised at the college’s inaugural ladies’ day, held last year at Henley’s Wine Bar, which brought together more than 150 women for a day of fun and friendship.

The event was well-supported by local businesses, which donated time, as well as auction and raffle items.

Half of the funds raised from the day have been donated to the NHW wig room, which exists to enable women undergoing cancer treatment to access a wide range of wigs free of charge.

During a visit to the oncology unit, P&F president Hannah Clancy, along with ladies day organisers and P&F members Anita Hamilton and Kristy Ryan, had the chance to meet Anne Coutts, a dedicated volunteer who manages the wig room.

A retired hairdresser who volunteers at NHW, Anne plays a crucial role in providing support and confidence to women navigating their cancer journey.

Thanks to the CCW donation, the wig room now boasts a variety of additional wigs.

“I was able to buy 29 wigs to add to our collection, which I

Four directors reappointed to livestock exchange

By STEVE KELLY FOUR directors of the Wangaratta Livestock Exchange have been reappointed for a term of two years.

The directors include Daniel Fischer, John Muraca, Doug James and Justin Keane.

Cr Dave Fuller acknowledged the work the four members have given to date as they have created a “very vibrant and prosperous livestock exchange”.

Early this year the exchange recorded its largest yarding witnessed in living memory and last year’s throughput and turnover was strong.

Cattle throughput in 2024 was the highest it’s been in several years at the Wangaratta Livestock Exchange with 54,733 head sold for $66,598,786.

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TRUE FEELING OF COMMUNITY: Cathedral College Wangaratta Parents and Friends Association member and organiser Kristy Ryan, president Hannah Clancy, organiser Anita Hamilton, Northeast Health Wangaratta volunteer Anne Coutts and Samantha Cooper, NHW cancer and wellness service manager in the wig room at NHW, to which the CCW parents and friends association recently donated $4500, enabling the purchase of 29 new wigs. call ‘my girls’,” Anne said.

“The wig room provides our patients with the choice of loaning a wig of their choosing and having it styled as they like.

“It is a privilege to be able to help these incredible ladies during this challenging time of their lives.”

Hannah said the CCW P&F was grateful for the community’s

support in making the ladies day such a success.

“This donation will make a real difference in the lives of local women facing cancer,” she said.

Event organiser Anita Hamilton agreed: “It was truly special to not only spend a great day celebrating with friends, but also to witness the incredible impact

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OUR local community spirit is all about giving from the heart and caring for your neighbour.

This community spirit has been truly embodied by the Cathedral College Wangaratta’s Parents and Friends Association who have raised a generous $4500 donation to assist the wig room at the Northeast Health Wangaratta’s oncology department.

Thanks to this heartfelt donation the wig room now boasts a variety of additional wigs, helping women take back a little bit of dignity on their cancer journey.

This comes after a recent Women’s Dance Party event which saw more than $5000 was raised for the Beautiful You Program, a local charity providing practical support to women with cancer.

Cancer has no doubt affected everyone in the locality, if not directly then a family member, friend or colleague.

Wangaratta is more than a township or rural city, it is a community, and as a community we must stand with one another and lend a helping hand to those who are fighting an unseen battle.

Another recent show of community support has been for local business owner and father, John Giggins, who the local car scene has rallied behind in the light of his stage four brain cancer diagnosis to raise funds to build his dream car.

When hearing heartfelt stories from the community, one is often stirred to be part of the positivity and make a lasting impact on the community for the better.

It’s time to ask yourself how can you help?

What can you give?

Who is your neighbour in need of support?

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How many times did Layne Beachley win the Surfing World Championship?

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Hainan Island is the largest and most populous island of which country?

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The 2009 book, Reinventing the Body, Resurrecting the Soul, was written by which selfhelp guru? (a) Wayne Dyer (b) Anthony Robbins (c) Deepak Chopra (d) Eckhart Tolle

(a) Good Will Hunting (b) The Green Mile (c) Days of Thunder (d) Braveheart

(b) 50 (c) 75 (d) 100

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Tamarine Tanasugarn represented which country in international tennis tournaments?

(a) Australia (b) Thailand (c) Japan (d) Croatia

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Approximately how many standard bricks are there per square metre of single skin wall? (a) 25

10 An otoplasty is an operation concerning which specific part of the human body? (a) Ear (b) Foot (c) Nose (d) Knee

Answers 1 (a) Us 2 (c) Winston Churchill 3 (d) Switzerland 4 (b) Seven 5 (c) Deepak Chopra 6 (a) China 7 (d) Braveheart 8 (b) 50 9 (b) Thailand 10 (a) Ear

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Misdirected hyperbole lacks research GEORGE Browne’s letter (Chronicle, 28 March) requires correction regarding assumptions he relies on regarding fair acknowledgment for actions of Dr Helen Haines as the Independent Member for Indi.

George’s misdirected hyperbole lacks primary research beyond Haines’ public voting card.

Easily accessible information reveals her proposed $2 billion Regional Housing Infrastructure Fund, enabling growth in towns like ours through critical investment in housing-enabling infrastructure, shaped by direct consultation with local councils, housing services and economic experts.

Her advocacy for healthcare reform actioned direct support for initiatives including the extension of practical placement payments for allied health workers in rural communities, easing chronic shortages and supporting regions who cannot access medical care.

She’s also introduced a national electrification plan to reduce living costs through clean energy upgrades practical, forwardthinking solutions based on expert analysis and evidence.

The complex elements surrounding water buybacks and live sheep export outcomes required responses supporting evidencebased reforms to ensure responsible sustainability in agriculture, inclusive of balanced environmental preservation with the long-term viability of local economies.

Attacks on Dr Haine’s contributions to The Voice referendum also lack differentiation between campaigning, and responsibly hosting information forums about the referendum providing access to factual content due to the fear-based misinformation and fabrications of the liberal party to actively manipulate the public, confirmed by the Australia Institute, ABC Fact Check, and RMIT FactLab. Thus, Helen Haines’ role in holding governments to account through legislative transparency frameworks, budget scrutiny, and crossbench collaboration has been vital to protecting her electorate from opportunists, regardless of who holds power.

The assumptions George derived from scanning a voting card, lacks understanding of evidence based long term planning strategies.

Also noticeably absent was the core point in the article he was responding to - Indi de-

STEAMING AHEAD: Works at the new Parfitt Road site for Wangaratta Mazda are going great guns with the exterior frame being bolted onto the concrete slab which was poured last week. The dealership plans to move from their existing Templeton Street address when the project is due to be completed later this year. serving representation rooted in responsible and ethical governance serving the entire electorate, respectful engagement, education based sustainable strategies and public transparency.

Clara Sage, Wangaratta

Trenery’s statements fail in the facts WE are only a few days into the election campaign and already the Liberal candidate is failing to check his facts and spreading blatant misinformation.

In last Friday’s Chronicle, Mr Trenery said ‘no new mobile phone blackspot towers have been funded since 2022’.

In fact, since the last election, Indi has received Commonwealth funding for four new mobile towers and five more towers were activated.

Indi received funding for three towers in Indi under Round 2 of the Regional Connectivity Program in October 2022.

Those towers are online at Boho South ($675,000), Tarrawingee ($519,000) and Goorambat ($232,000).

Then, on 11 December 2023 Indi received $967,000 for a new macro mobile site at Kennedys Point (Bonnie Doon) under Round 3

of the Regional Connectivity Program. Indi also received $2.36 million for Fibre to the Premises NBN in Harrietville.

Since my election, I have worked with local communities, telcos and councils through the Indi Telecommunications Advisory Group.

Working together Indi has been the most successful electorate in Victoria for funding under the Federal Government’s Mobile Black Spot Funding.

Community leadership and collaboration gets results and shows why being Independent works for Indi.

Helen Haines, Independent MP for Indi

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pleads Benalla man attempted to steal Man to magistrate leniency home parcel, high-end fragrance for over speeding

A BENALLA man was caught stealing a parcel from a Wangaratta home and an expensive fragrance, a court has heard.

The 39-year-old appeared at Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court on Monday pleading

guilty to the thefts.

The court heard on 13 December last year the 39-year-old was seen walking a dog along Trotman Drive.

He would return to the area some minutes later and

was taking a parcel from the front of a home.

Following a confrontation, he would return the package back to its owner.

A few days later the court heard the defendant placed a $235 Paco Rabanne per-

fume bottle into his pocket from Ramsay Pharmacy and left without paying.

He was arrested by police on 16 January and admitted to his thefts.

Defence counsel Geoff Clancy said his client was

experiencing mental health issues at the time of his offending and had returned the stolen perfume back to the store.

Magistrate Peter Dunn fined the Benalla man $750 with conviction.

‘Stupid’ theft of hat and phone charger A WANGARATTA man found himself in a precarious situation, unable to pay for a hat at a local store due to a flat phone, a court heard.

He appeared at Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court on Monday admitting to stealing two items on 13 February.

The Wangaratta man told the court he went to Kmart to buy a hat, but he couldn’t pay for it because he didn’t have his credit card on him and his mobile phone battery, with his card stored on it, went flat.

The court heard rather than returning and purchasing the hat later, he made the decision to take the hat and a phone charger so he could charge his device while on the road.

The court heard the total value of items stolen was $18.

“For $18 it was stupid,” he said.

Magistrate Peter Dunn placed the man on a 12-month good behaviour bond.

ONE MORE TIME WITH FEELING: Wangaratta High School year 12 students Anthony Chisholm (left) and Harry Goeby are

looking forward to taking part in their final school talent quest today. Year 12 students have chosen the theme for this year’s Wangaratta High School Talent Quest, ‘Nostalgic Kids TV’, and will take the stage in opening and closing acts, with some also involved in the acts between which will highlight the talent across the school. The talent quest, also featuring the popular staff act, will be held in the WHS Performing Arts Centre on Wednesday, with doors opening at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. Tickets can be purchased via compasstix.com or the Wangaratta High School administration office.

PHOTO: Simone Kerwin

Christmas Eve A HOTHAM Heights man pleaded for leniency from a local Magistrate following the “embarrassment” of being caught speeding 18km/h over the speed limit in Freeburgh with his son as passenger.

The 52-year-old appeared in Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court on Monday showing strong remorse for his firsttime offence.

The court heard the Hotham Heights man was travelling 98km/h in an 80km/h zone along the Great Alpine Road on Christmas Eve last year, telling police he didn’t see the change of speed limit.

He was given a $395 speeding ticket.

Representing himself in court, the Hotham Heights man pleaded for further leniency for his offending.

“My young son was in the car so I thought that was embarrassment enough for me,” he said.

Magistrate Peter Dunn placed the driver on a three-month good behaviour bond, but the three demerit points would still stand.

“The reality is good people can sometimes do things they shouldn’t,” he said.

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Challenge accepted

Appin Park Primary School STUDENTS from year 4/5/6 were invited to participate in a gruelling fitness challenge – The Beep Test.

Not having seen it before or really understand what was expected of them, 24 students bravely fronted the start line, ready to give their all.

Learning how to pace themselves from the start was the first challenge they confronted.

The first minute allows most participants to run the 20 metres quite comfortably, leaving plenty in store for subsequent minutes of running, at a progressively faster pace.

As time progressed so did the intensity of the running

required to cover the distance in a shorter time.

Students worked hard to keep up with the pace.

The encouragement and support from each other helped each participant find a little bit extra to make one last attempt at running another 20 metres.

The initial effort set a baseline for each of the students, the new challenge is to now better their result the next time they undertake the task.

It showed that these students have a determination to always work hard and to participate in new activities where sometimes the internal feeling can be overwhelming.

ON PACE: Year 5/6 participants Aidan Kerr, Indie Goldsmith and Isabel James focus on the end of the 20-metre run, waiting for the next ‘beep’ before going again.

Fun Run Wangaratta Primary School

BALLOONS AWAY: Archy Nottingham demonstrates how you can play with perspective chalk drawing.

Carraragarmungee Primary School

Life drawing

STUDENTS got creative as they played with the possibilities of perspective chalk drawing.

Archy Nottingham was among those getting carried away by the opportunity to experiment with the medium.

PARTICIPATION: Wangaratta Primary School students including brothers Harry, William and Mason Cook were among those to conquer the 2km fun run.

THE school was well represented in the recent local fun run, with over 45 students competing in the 2km Primary School Challenge.

Demonstrating outstanding persistence, dedication and motivation, the students gave their all on the track, showcasing their commitment to fitness and school spirit.

The event was a fantastic opportunity for students to challenge themselves, support their peers and celebrate an active lifestyle.

We are proud of all participants for their efforts and determination, making the school community proud.

Congratulations to everyone who took part in this fantastic event.

Colour Run Cathedral College Wangaratta STUDENTS enjoyed a vibrant afternoon celebrating Founders’ Day on 19 March.

The event was organised by the college’s house captains and symbolised the unity and spirit of Cathedral College.

All students and staff had a wonderful time and ended the day very bright and colourful.

CELEBRATION: Students (from left)Natalie Vincent, Zoe Doodewaard, Georgie Edwards, Mia Coles, Rebecca Holland and Makenzie Clark enjoyed the fun of the Colour Run.

1

When do comets reach their highest speed? Is it a) when they are closest to the Sun, b) when they are furthest from the Sun, or c) exactly halfway between the two?

2

Which of the following animals has the fastest top speed? Is it a) a yellowfin tuna, b) a bearded dragon, c) an ostrich, or d) a human?

3

Where would you find phloem? Is it a) in deep ocean currents, b) in the stems and trunks of plants, c) in bicycle helmets, or d) in mobile phone antennas?

4

Which of the following is a unit that measures speed? Is it a) barns, b) light nanoseconds, c) jiffies, or d) furlongs per fortnight?

5

How many thumbs does a koala have? Is it a) zero, b) two, c) four, or d) six?

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QUIZ ANSWERS: 1. a) Comets gain speed as they fall towards the Sun and lose speed as they fly away.

2. c) Ostriches can run faster than 95km/h for very short stretches. 3. b) Phloem is tissue that transports sugar from the leaves to the rest of the plant. 4. d) One furlong per fortnight is quite slow – about one centimetre per minute. 5. c) Koalas have two thumbs on each front paw.

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WHAT’S ON

Friends of Warby Ovens art exhibition FRIENDS of Warby Ovens National Park will be holding an art exhibition in the Bainz Gallery at the Wangaratta Library during April.

Participating artists will be exploring three different ecologies in the park, the Warby Range, Killawarra Forest, and Lower Ovens, in forms of visual art including painting, lithograph, ceramics, photography and embroidery.

An official opening will be held on Thursday, 3 April at 5.30pm with all welcome.

Madagascar The Musical in Wangaratta FROM the producers of Shrek The Musical and Dr Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat, DreamWorks brings their electrifying stage show Madagascar The Musical to the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Saturday, 5 April at 10.30am and 2pm.

Madagascar The Musical captures the essence of the beloved Dreamworks animated film, bringing the characters everyone knows and loves to the stage with a fresh and exhilarating twist.

Get ready for a wild ride as a talented cast delivers an unforgettable performance, combining vibrant costumes, pulsating rhythms, hilarious antics and infectious tunes, with tickets available at wpacc.com.au.

TOGETHER AGAIN: Southern Sons Geoff Cain, Peter “Reggie” Bowman, Pete Drummond and Jack Jones will relive the magic and play all their hits live on Friday, 2 May in Wangaratta.

Southern Sons celebrate 35th anniversary tour

AUSTRALIAN rock icons Southern Sons are back on the road in 2025 performing the biggest hits on their 35th anniversary tour, visiting the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday, 2 May. Southern Sons, the iconic band from the 1990s, are returning to their roots and revisiting the songs that kickstarted their music careers, bringing music lovers a nostalgic journey through their timeless hits.

Original members Jack Jones, Geoff Cain and Peter “Reggie” Bowman will come together to deliver an unfor-

gettable experience, featuring chart-topping classics that include Hold Me In Your Arms, Heart in Danger, Always & Ever and many more.

Lead vocalist Jack Jones expressed his excitement, saying he was looking forward to being back on the road.

“I’m proud of everything I’ve done, but Southern Sons is where it all started for me,” he said.

“The band represents a remarkable time in my life.”

With the addition of Pete Drummond, renowned for his exceptional drumming skills, Southern Sons are looking for-

ward to an extraordinary future.

The band’s debut self-titled album received an ARIA nomination and soared to the top of the charts, captivating audiences with hits like Heart in Danger, Hold Me In Your Arms, Always & Ever and Waiting For That Train.

The release of their first single, Heart in Danger, in 1990 solidified their position as a formidable force in the music scene, dominating charts for years to come.

Their 1992 album, Nothing But The Truth, continued their streak of success, featuring sin-

Library book sale on Saturday

Open Gardens Victoria event in Tarrawingee

THE Friends of Wangaratta Library are holding a book sale on Saturday, 5 April from 9.30am to 12pm at Wangaratta Library.

There will be a large range of secondhand adult fiction, non-fiction and children’s books to choose from and all money raised will assist the library in providing programming and events.

Mark Shelley present The Roy Orbison Story EXPERIENCE the wonder of Roy Orbison in a brilliant theatrical portrayal of the man, his music, his voice and his life at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday, 9 May at 7.30pm.

Supported by his seven-piece band, Mark Shelley embodies the voice and spirit of Roy Orbison, sharing his story and his hit songs, including Only the Lonely, Sweet Dream Baby, Anything You Want, Crying, Pretty Woman and many more.

Tickets are available now at wpacc. com.au.

gles such as Lead me To Water and You Were There.

Additionally, three Southern Sons tracks were included in the acclaimed 1993 Sydney Dance Company production of Beauty & The Beast.

The band’s third and final studio album, Zone, released in 1996, showcased a guest appearance by Men At Work’s Colin Hay on the lead single, Don’t Tell Me What’s Right.

See Southern Sons at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday, 2 May at 8pm with tickets at wpacc. com.au.

STORYTELLER: An exhibition of textiles and printmaking

exploring connection to family and culture by artist Juanita McLauchlan (right) is showing at the Wangaratta Art Gallery.

Barra, meaning thread in the Gamilaraay language of McLauchlan’s grandmother’s country in northern New South Wales, presents the two distinct yet complementary aspects of the artist’s practice for the first time. Wangaratta Art Gallery director Rachel Arndt (left) described McLauchlan’s use of both mediums as “exquisite and original”. See the exhibition in Gallery 2 until Sunday. PHOTO: Grace Fredsberg

REGIONAL garden lovers are in for an Easter weekend treat as Open Gardens Victoria opens a charming private garden filled with vibrant autumn colour in Tarrawingee.

Llangrigg Park is a three-acre garden owned by Julie and Robert Lamond, located just off the Great Alpine Road, a 15-minute drive from Wangaratta.

At the front of the house, an English-style garden is filled with fragrant pink Violina roses, daylilies, hollyhocks, foxgloves, Watsonia, and asters, while a shady Golden Ash is underplanted with azaleas, hellebores and fuchsias.

Eucalypts out the back provided the inspiration for a native garden, planted around the trees with a meandering path through the area, while there is also an expansive productive garden.

Llangrigg Park will be open on 19 and 20 April from 10am to 4.30pm.

yourstars ARIES

(March 21 to April 19) With change dominant this week, don’t be surprised to find new emerging facts that could put a slant on a situation and offer you another choice. Think it through before you decide.

TAURUS

(April 20 to May 20) There could be some lingering problems from a previous matter that involved a decision you felt you had to make. Resolve the situation with your strong Taurean no-nonsense approach.

GEMINI

(May 21 to June 20) The Gemini’s carefully made plans could be undone by someone’s unexpected decision. Getting the full story behind a surprise move can help you decide how to deal with the matter.

CANCER

(June 21 to July 22) Recently uncovered information might put a new light on a situation you thought had been resolved. Keep an open mind about possible changes that you might have to consider.

LEO

(July 23 to August 22) With a potential revision of an old agreement, you can’t beat the Big Cat for knowing how to sharpen a “clause” to the best advantage. Meanwhile, someone close could have the news you’ve been waiting for.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22)

Certain issues in the workplace could put you in the middle of a dispute you’d rather not deal with. Express your honest feelings before the pressure to take sides builds up.

LIBRA

(September 23 to October 22) You might feel uneasy disagreeing with someone you’ve been close to. But your relationship should be able to withstand and even thrive when you confront your true feelings.

SCORPIO

(October 23 to November 21) A romantic situation seems to be creating more confusion than you can handle. If so, own up to your feelings. The sooner you do, the better your chances are for working things out.

SAGITTARIUS

(November 22 to December 21) With change directing the Archer’s aim, consider a second look at your plans and see where they might benefit from a revision.

In other news, a workplace matter is close to a resolution.

CAPRICORN

(December 22 to January 19) New contacts help you learn some important information about upcoming developments. The week calls for the Sea Goat to be more flexible than usual in a number of matters.

AQUARIUS

(January 20 to February 18) With both change and uncertainty in your aspect, you might feel less confident in a previous decision. This is OK. Check it out and see where it could be modified, if necessary.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Old

relationships that seemed to be sinking are buoyant again, and new relationships are benefiting from Cupid’s loving care. This could be a good time to make a major move!

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KING VALLEY NEWS

Covering Moyhu, Edi, Myrrhee, Whitfield, Cheshunt and Whitlands areas

Improvements continue at Gentle Annie reserve

BY ANITA McPHERSON

amcpherson@ nemedia.com.au

A NEW amenities block has been installed at the Gentle Annie Caravan and Camping Reserve in Whitfield, now providing upgraded facilities for all.

The reserve’s committee of management said its asset improvements and upgrades program is continuing at pace and going according to plan, and at this stage, is also within budget.

Committee secretary Steve Bowman said they are on schedule for completion of project components by the end of June this year.

“Following the major riverbanks works for flood mitigation which were carried out in October last year, the second new amenity block was delivered and installed on site last week,” he said.

“The first of the two new amenity blocks was installed in January last year, and now the male block has been installed alongside it as a pigeon pair - and they look great.”

Mr Bowman said the installation required another significant, coordinated operation, with a super tilt semi-trailer needed for the long wide load, which together with an escort vehicle, picked up the unit from Wodonga and delivered it to Whitfield.

He said a 30-ton slewing crane from Wangaratta was set up on site in preparation to lift the nineton block, and thanks to great teamwork, it was successful.

“Over the next week or so, services will be connected, and a construction inspection carried out,” he said.

“All being well, the new block will be commissioned and open WANGARATTA Senior Citizens Club will host indoor carpet bowls on Thursday from 1pm, cards (500) on Friday from 1.30pm, indoor carpet bowls on Monday from 1pm, and cards (500) and hoy on Tuesday from 1.30pm, all in the clubrooms or the adjoining St Patrick’s supper room.

Breakfast will be held at the Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway on Friday, 4 April. Next Wednesday’s social gathering is bingo in the clubrooms from 1.30pm.

WANGARATTA Newcomers will hold their next gathering on Thursday, 3 April from 2pm to 3.30pm at Intermezzo Café in Ovens Street.

Join the group for a cuppa, a chat and to meet some new people. For more information, phone Susan on 0412 497 183, Joy on 0401 843 815 or Ann on 0435 275 864.

Moyhu Autumn Dance at the hall AN autumn dance event will be held at the Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall on Saturday, 5 April.

It will be the first since recent renovations were completed, and it’s hoped the event will be the forerunner of regular attractions taking place at the hall.

There will be live music with Marc Paola, a raffle, and supper will be provided (with drinks at bar prices) and tickets are $25 per person (seniors $18, under 18 free) available via Eventbrite or by calling Josie on 0407 722 526.

King Valley Arts Film Club screening THE King Valley Arts Film Club will hold its next screening at the Cheshunt Hall on Tuesday, 8 April.

The movie will be satirical comedydrama, Being There, starring Peter Sellers and Shirley MacLaine, with its witty, award-winning script and standout performances making it a must-watch classic.

Doors open at 7pm for the screening at 7.30pm, and annual membership only $40 per person (six films a year) available at kingvalleyarts.com.au/film-club/.

Moyhu Lions Easter Saturday market

TAKING IT GENTLY: Specialist equipment was required when the second new amenities block arrived from Wodonga last week and was set up on site at the Gentle Annie Caravan and Camping Reserve in Whitfield.

PHOTO: Steve Bowman in about two weeks’ time, and all going to plan, the old block will be demolished by the end of June.”

Committee chairperson James Nicholson said as part of the $482,000 grant from Department of Energy, Environment and Cli-

mate Action (DEECA), further project works will include electrical and water system upgrades to “Area A” in the park, which is the older more established of the three areas located in the southwest corner of the reserve.

on Monday, 7 April from 7pm at the Oxley Hall.

Adults and secondary school students welcome to take part, BYO bat, $2 entry fee, please bring a small plate to share. For further information, contact June Uebergang on 0497 860 785 (text only).

VETERAN and family morning tea is held at the Wangaratta RSL on the second Tuesday of each month, with the group’s next catch-up set for Tuesday, 8 April, 10am to 11.30am.

With ANZAC Day fast approaching, please feel free to bring a memento from your service days to share with others. All current and exservice personnel and families are welcome, for further information or transport contact 0447 217 768.

WANGARATTA Garden Club will hold its general meeting on Thursday, 3 April from 1pm in the Seventh Day Adventist Church Hall in Phillipson Street.

The special effort is a container or vase of pink/red/burgundy tones.

There will be a mini-show bench and afternoon tea after the meeting.

Visitors are welcome.

WANGARATTA Prostate Cancer Support Group will hold its next meeting at the North Eastern Hotel in Spearing Street on Wednesday, 9 April from 7pm to 8pm.

Members and prospective members are welcome to come along earlier at 6pm for dinner prior to the meeting. Partners most welcome.

For more information, phone Bill on 0408 552 768, Neil on 0427 214 856 or Frank on 0448 313 506.

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OXLEY Garden Group’s next gathering will be held at Lorna

“It’s great to see that there will be benefit flowing through to patrons, who make their journey to this destination, here on the banks of the King River, in Whitfield in the beautiful King Valley,” he said.

“We hope they enjoy their stay.”

SOCIAL CALENDAR Nankervis’ garden at 43 Nankervis Lane, Oxley (off Whitfield Road) on Thursday, 10 April from 10am.

Bring a cup, chair and a small plate to share, as well as cuttings, bulbs, etc. For details, phone Lorna on 0439 673 256.

PEECHELBA Memorial Hall will hold its centenary celebration and market on Sunday, April 27 from 9am.

Flag-raising and official proceedings will be held at 10.30am, with the day also including a vehicle show and shine, market stalls, barbecue food and drinks, music, free games, face-painting and displays from CFA, ambulance, embroidery and dance groups. This is a cashpreferred event, with gold coin entry.

For more information, phone 0488 417 893.

WANGARATTA Old Time/New Vogue Dancing is held every Tuesday from 7pm to 10pm at the CWA Hall in Templeton Street.

Admission is $10, please bring a plate of supper to share. Entry also includes raffle ticket and lucky door prize. Phone 0431 190 630 for more information.

WANGARATTA Keenagers Table Tennis competition is held at the Wangaratta Showgrounds each Monday and Thursday from 8am.

New players welcome, morning tea provided (BYO cup).

Contact Maureen O’Keefe 0409 215 881.

CONNECTING Community Café runs during school terms on Thursdays from 10am to 11am at Intermezzo Café.

Learn what’s happening in the community, meet others and have a place to drop in, have a cuppa and chat. For more information, contact Open Door Neighbourhood House on 5721 9175.

CENTRE Quilters Circle meets on the second Thursday of each month from 10am in the Uniting Church Hall in Rowan Street.

New members welcome, current members are willing to share their expertise and skills. BYO lunch.

Contact Wendy on 5722 4415 or Leonie on 0403 226 129.

PANGERANG Ukes and More meets each Thursday from 5.30pm at Pangerang Community Hub. Cost is $5, and any instruments, as well as voices, are welcome.

Enquiries to 0407 311 899.

THE North Eastern branch of the Embroiderers Guild of Victoria meets every fourth Tuesday at

MOYHU Lions will hold their Easter Market on Easter Saturday, 19 April from 8am to 12pm at the Moyhu Lions Park.

There will be an Easter Bonnet Parade at 11am, live music by the Rustic Ramblers, a hot breakfast, fresh coffee and Salus bread and the chance to win a $100 meat voucher in the raffle.

This market will feature baked goods, handmade items and quality craft, art, upcycled wares, preserves, plants, produce, handcrafted chocolate and much more, with community groups and displays welcome to join in by contacting Donna on 5729 7563 to book a stall. the Masonic Lodge in Appin St, Wangaratta.

Beginners and experienced embroiderers welcome from 9.30am. Contact Jen on 0407 560562.

SATURDAY Quilters meets 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.

WANGARATTA Table Tennis Social Group is held every Tuesday from 10 am to 12 noon, at the Showgrounds table tennis pavilion.

All ages and abilities are welcome, with coaching for new players. Free tea and coffee. Entry fee $2. For more information phone Maxine on 0403 209 857.

FREE weekly weight loss park classes are held during school terms on Mondays at 9.30am on Barr Reserve Oval 1 (Bill O’Callaghan Oval).

Those taking part are advised to allow 90 minutes for the social and fun class, with a 10 minute chat before and after the 50 minute session. For details or to join, text or call Dani on 0467 494 024.

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Football and netball made a triumphant return in the Ovens and King league in misty conditions on Saturday. North Wangaratta’s Hunter Fraser (left) puts a chase on Milawa’s Brandon Fitzpatrick in the Demons’ 45-point win at home. See full results in sport. PHOTO: Marc Bongers

Let the games begin Battle lines for Indi electorate have been drawn with campaigns underway for 3 May federal election

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Incumbent Independent MP Helen Haines will be seeking her third term this election and said she would be fighting for what matters to Indi, not party politics.

“We set our own priorities right here in Indi and I’ll keep fighting for a fair deal for us and for regional Australia,” she said.

Dr Haines outlined key election pledges going into her campaign would include the Border community’s fight

for a new Albury-Wodonga hospital, further local infrastructure to unlock new housing, improve health services, access to childcare and telecommunications and government accountability.

“I’ve got a strong track record and worked across party lines and with governments of both stripes,” she said.

“Whether that’s been fighting for stranded communities during the pandemic, relief for communities impacted by bushfires, shaping the national agenda with

liver on the community’s call for change.

“Here in the North East, the past three years have been tough… we have not got our fair share,” the former Indigo Shire councillor said.

Mr Trenery has pledged to follow through with his party’s plan to halve the fuel excise and drop the price of fuel by around 24 cents per litre, as well as delivering on cheaper energy with a mix of renewables, and “getting tough” on violent crime.

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housing solutions, and securing a National Anti-Corruption Commission, I’ve had local impact and national influence.

“We share a vision of what Indi is and could be.”

Liberal candidate James Trenery is looking to win the Indi seat for his party for the first time in 12 years.

For the Liberals to overcome the orange wave, Mr Trenery would need to pull off a near nine per cent swing from the 2022 election.

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A STUDENT’S ability to apply themselves during their schooling is a large ting a slightly better percentpart of how they perform Beechworth Secondary Mansfield Secondary Col- College age of 40+ scores at 3.6pc College

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Wang Repair Café returns THE Wang Repair Café will hold its next event tomorrow at Apex Park from 8am until 12pm.

The café will have some t-shirt rugs for sale as well as other items, and cash donations as well as donations of unwanted Christmas presents for them to sell would be appreciated, as the volunteer-run organisation seeks assistance to cover its operating costs and ensure its continuation.

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Teens look to the future with uni

WANGARATTA High School year 12 graduates Kayla Fisher and Amy Henderson were among hundreds of local students, and tens of thousands around the state, who received their first round university offers yesterday.

The pair are both interested in humanitarian work and development, and were offered their first choice course at their chosen universities.

Kayla, 17, has been offered a

double degree in Arts and Public Policy with a major in third-world development at the Australian National University in Canberra.

“I was happy with my ATAR score even if I thought I could do better but it’s been a tough year,” Kayla said.

“It was difficult not having feedback from classmates because I didn’t know if I was doing okay or needed to improve.

“But, I got there in the end and am

looking forward to the next step.”

Amy, 18, will be doing occupational therapy at Deakin but hopes to branch into humanitarian work in third world countries.

“I had hoped for a higher ATAR but I didn’t need one, I’m pretty happy with how I went,” Amy said.

“Last year I really missed out on having the balance of sport and social aspects of school which really help me get through the study aspect.

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“The offer I received was my first choice so I’m really happy with that.

“I’ll jump straight in this year I think because my initial plans to have a gap year and travel aren’t likely now.

“Eventually I want to go into allied health overseas and Kayla and I have always talked about collaborating; she’s more interested in the politics side and I’d do the health side so that could be cool.”

Musicians invited to orchestra meeting MUSICIANS interested in becoming part of a new regional orchestra being formed in Wangaratta will be meeting in the King George V Gardens on Sunday at 2.30pm.

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PIVOT: Kyra Bell looks to get around Ellie Hourigan.

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Elsewhere, Bright produced a stunning result over benchmark side Greta, defeating the Blues 30-23 in a low-scoring thriller.

After Bright finished 10th overall last season, the massive upset came as a surprise to plenty of so-called pundits, particularly those who write for this masthead.

It was Bright who brought the heat early on, keeping up

with the more-fancied Greta side to trail by one goal at the first break, then managed to level the scores at 15-15 at halftime.

Not only were they competitive in the closing stages of the game, but Bright managed to hold Greta at bay and increase their narrow lead to three goals with a quarter to play, then were able to extend the final margin to seven

goals by the final whistle.

Bright A grade coach Ash Grimes was understandably thrilled with the side’s performance throughout the match.

“It was an absolutely amazing four-quarter effort from the team, and every single player out on the court played their role and had a huge part in the win,” she said.

“The team showed great determination, lifting the inten-

sity when it mattered most, and the girls really showed off all the hard work they had done in preseason.

“We will be looking to build on this momentum in the coming weeks.”

In other A grade matches, Tarrawingee accounted for Benalla All Blacks 54-39, Goorambat defeated King Valley 40-20, and Milawa handed North Wangaratta a 61-16 loss.

SEARCHING FOR OPTIONS: Bec Allen looks for a pass into the Lions attacking third in their win over reigning premiers Bonnie Doon.

PHOTO: Nathan de Vries

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Weather scuttles aggregate tennis finale WITH the uncertain weather conditions on Saturday, an early call was made to abandon the day’s play in the Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Croquet and Pickleball Club’s senior aggregate tennis competition, giving the traveling players time to adjust their travel plans.

However, presentations were still made later in the afternoon, with awards given to the club champions and to the aggregate competition winners.

The aggregate competition had 22 rounds scheduled for the season with two rounds being cancelled, including the last round, and a total of 83 different players participating over the 20 completed rounds.

The aggregate competition has awards for the top five players overall, and one for the lady player with highest aggregate score.

The overall aggregate winner was Ryan Patterson with 345 games, slightly ahead of Mark Gorman (343 games) and Andrew Cope (341 games).

Mark Brown (326 games) and Peter Curran (321 games) rounded out the top five, while the ladies aggregate was won by Sue Piper with 253 games, nine games clear of Amy Lairson.

With that, the summer season has come to an end, but Saturday tennis will continue throughout the off season with an earlier start time of 1pm.

In other club news, the North East Vets day at WLTCP will be held on Sunday, 13 April - this is a fun social event and is open to all players over 30 years of age.

The full details can be found on the club’s website at wanglawntennis.com.au.

TOP OF THE CHARTS: Ryan Patterson finished on top of the aggregate competition with 345 games, and received his trophy from WLTCP president Barry Sullivan.

FIERCE COMPEITIOR: WLTCP president Barry Sullivan (right) hands Andrew Cope his award for third place, just four games out from the top spot.

SWIM STARS: Cathedral College swimmers heading to Melbourne for May’s state finals include (back) Jasmin Thwaites, Zara Kalish, Max Chandler, Harvey Muraca, Jess Scott, Harry Chandler, Hannah Sanders, Hunter Szaraszek, Zachary Borg, Eliza Walker, Grace Martin, (front) Wilson Muraca, Logan Riordan, Caitlyn Barnden, Leo Palmer, Tom Benton, Eliza Looby, Emmy Brettig, Lucinda Judd and Mackenzie Lawford. Absent: Bill Bourke, Nicholas Brain, Angus Jenkins, Mia McGuffie, Emily McLean, Morrison, O’Keeffe, Zoe Riordan, Lachlan Walker, Dyan Dickson, Emma Wyatt, Hayden Ledger, Harry Allen, Otis Dalbosco, Tom Stefaniak, Finn Devereux, Logan Pace, Jemima Pizzini, Jack Thomson.

Cathedral swim stars set for state finals

CATHEDRAL College Wangaratta will be well-represented at the School Sport Victoria State Swimming Championships in Melbourne on May 1, with several relay teams and individual swimmers having qualified for the event.

A contingent of 37 middle and senior school students from CCW competed at the Hume Region Swimming Championships in Wodonga on March 14, where Cathedral finished first overall by almost 300 points - the eighth year in a row the college has won the event.

Several students excelled in their individual events, with Tom Benton (year seven), Hayden Ledger and Max Chandler (year eight), Harry Chandler and Harry Allen (year 10), Jemima Pizzini (year 11), and Jess Scott and Jasmin Thwaites (year 12)

all qualifying for the state finals.

This year, Jess and Jasmin had the honour of serving as Cathedral College Wangaratta’s inaugural swimming captains; as outstanding swimmers who have represented the college for many years, they brought experience and leadership to the role, assisting staff with marshalling and team management.

Six relay teams also earned their spots in the state finals at the March 14 event, and will join the junior school contingent of six relay teams, along with individually selected competitors Zoe Riordan, Mia McGuffie, and Leo Palmer.

Among the individual highlights in Wodonga, Tom Benton, Jasmin Thwaites, and Jess Scott were crowned age champions, recognising their outstanding

performances in the pool.

A number of competitors secured silver and bronze medals, contributing to Cathedral College’s overall dominance in the event.

Sports coordinator Dale Carmody commended the swimmers for their dedication and teamwork: “The results speak volumes about the effort and commitment of our students.

“Their hard work in training, support for one another, and passion for the sport were on full display.

“It was fantastic to see them achieve such great success, and we look forward to seeing what they can accomplish at the state finals.”

With 17 junior and 21 middle and senior students now set to compete in Melbourne, Cathedral College is gearing up for another great day of racing and success on May 1.

LEADERS: Cathedral College Wangaratta’s inaugural swimming captains, year 12 students Jasmin Thwaites and Jess Scott.

Tennis sustainability project goes from strength to strength TENNIS Victoria is building through the next chapter of the Sustainable Regional Tennis project, following its official launch at Country Week in Swan Hill back in February – the perfect setting to highlight the million reasons to grow tennis regionally.

Since its launch, the Sustainable Regional Tennis project has already delivered key outcomes, including: eight new Local Champions committed, four coaching businesses enrolled, four clubs identified for establishment grants, and mentors secured for business development and Local Champions.

Tennis Victoria CEO, Kim Kachel reflected on the project’s strong start.

“Launching the Sustainable Regional Tennis project at Country Week was the perfect way to showcase its purpose – supporting regional clubs, volunteers, and coaches to strengthen local tennis communities,” she said.

“We’ve already seen fantastic progress, with new local champions stepping up, coaching businesses getting involved, and increased regional coaching activity.

“This is just the beginning of a long-term commitment to making tennis sustainable across Victoria.”

City of Wangaratta manager community services, rural, Ben Thomas, echoed the sentiment.

“The Rural City of Wangaratta welcomes Tennis Victoria’s significant investment in local tennis through the Sustainable Regional Tennis program,” he said.

“The appointment of a dedicated club services officer to support both the Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club and the Wangaratta Hardcourt Tennis Association is a fantastic initiative.

“This support will empower these clubs, reduce the burden on volunteers, and ultimately strengthen the game of tennis within our community for years to come.”

Accompanying the launch, Tennis Victoria has released a new video capturing the project’s official launch and vision, the challenges it hopes to address, and the initiatives already underway.

Featuring regional coach testimonials, key project details, and the energy of Country Week, the video highlights the ongoing efforts to make tennis thrive in every Victorian community.

With the project already making an impact, Tennis Victoria encourages regional clubs, coaches, and local tennis leaders to watch and share the launch video and explore opportunities to get involved.

To watch the video and learn more, visit www.tennis.com.au/vic.

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Tennis is a hit at Everton

EVERTON Tennis Club’s night tennis competition consists of five teams competing in a relaxed and social setting at the Everton Recreation Reserve, however competitive juices were flowing more strongly at the grand final last Wednesday evening.

The final match of the season saw Dropshots - Russell Bennett, Noel Kneebone, Tomoko Moreya and Ruth Kneebone (absent Bec Sacco, Tim Dickinson and Matthew Gordon) - competing against Myrrwood - Cathy Van Berlo, Bec Meyer, Phil Corker, Steve FUN FOR ALL: More than 40 kids signed up for Everton Tennis Club’s Hotshots tennis program Cole (absent Cam Wood).

In a top of the ladder in term 1.

clash between minor premiers Dropshots and second placed Myrrwood, the tables appeared to be turning as Myrrwood dominated early in the match, winning three of the first four sets and leading by five games before the final two sets were played.

But, as players took the court for the final time, perhaps with an air of inevitability in their step, it was Dropshots who surprisingly snuck home, winning both sets 6-1 and 6-4, and posting in a two -game victory.

Future tennis players have also been keen to display

their talents at the local Hotshots program supported by Tennis Victoria.

Over 40 children were treated to some fun, fitness and tennis over a four-week program during term 1.

The club wishes to send a big thank you to Jo Maples of Tennis Victoria and to volunteer coaches Ben Evans, Kevin Hill, Ben Kneebone and Stacey Thomas.

This program will re-commence in term 4.

For further information about tennis programs at Everton please contact the club at evertontennisclub@ gmail.com.

Harsh result for Lady Devils

By NATHAN DE VRIES

THE lean start to the season continued for Wangaratta City FC’s senior women, who were handed a brutal 0-8 loss by Boomers.

Taking on Boomers on the road, it was one-way traffic for most of the match, with the Devils on the back foot early.

Boomers controlled the game from the midfield, repelling any counterattack from Wangaratta before it ventured too deep into the opposition half of the ground.

The backs were put under pressure all day, but goalie Sarah Morris held firm under a barrage of shots.

Without Morris’ leadership and skills with the gloves, the margin would’ve been far wider, earning her best on ground honours from the coaches.

While the game result was far from ideal, senior coach Raul Pahina said it highlighted what the team needed to improve.

“We were too complacent,” he said.

“Boomers had some extra players and killed us through the middle.

“We will work on playing under pressure this week at

training, and hope we can rebound.”

The Lady Devils sit dead last on the division one women’s table, with three points from the bye and a goal difference of -10.

In other grades, the reserve women tasted their first setback of the season with a 1-3 loss to Boomers Red. Victoria Broady was the side’s only scorer, and while the defensive structure held up well, it wasn’t enough to keep the Boomers at bay.

The reserve women are third on the ladder, a win behind frontrunners Albury Hotspurs and Wodonga Heart.

While the senior men had the bye over the weekend, the reserve men were on the park and fought a challenging match against Boomers.

In a game of ebbing and flowing momentum, at the conclusion of the 90 minutes points were shared, the final scoreline reading 2-2.

Cambell McDiarmid and Shaban Abdulrahman found the back of the net for the ressies, but the Boomers forward strikes proved too good to keep out at times.

The division two Devils are in the middle of the table, with a win, a loss and a draw from their first three matches.

DEADLOCKED: EMILIO MILLIANKOS-KING AND THE RESERVE MEN’S SIDE FOUGHT OUT A GRITTY 2-2 DRAW. SOMETHING TO CHEER: VICTORIA BROADY FOUND THE BACK OF THE NET IN THE RESERVE WOMEN’S FIXTURE. PHOTOS: KAT DE NAPS PHOTOGRAPHY

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(Top Scorers: M. How 10, J. Key 8, L. Harcus 8)

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U18 Boys 2 26

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(Top Scorers: C. Potter 12, R. Grant 12, C. Keatch 9)

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2025 sees seven NEB junior boys and girls teams compete in the Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL), the highest level of junior competition in Victoria.

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OPENING ROUND OF O&K NETBALL PRODUCES SHOCK RESULTS ACROSS THE LEAGUE

Thrills and spills in O&K netball

IT may have taken a while to come back, but the wait was worth it.

The first round of Ovens and King netball on Saturday was welcomed with open arms and fantastic matches across the competition, but not everything went to script when Whorouly produced a stunning upset in the A grade competition.

Reigning A grade premier Bonnie Doon was humbled by the fierce Lions, with Whorouly taking the win 52-40.

The Lions were slow off the mark, letting the Bombers take a 9-17 lead into the first break, but the fight was on.

A second quarter surge saw the Lions defend hard and transition the ball down the court cleanly, conceding only seven goals while scoring 13 of their own.

Whorouly kept the pressure on through the second half, extending their lead and working hard defensively to run out winners by 12 goals.

Lions coach Kelly Cousins said her side had to work hard to knock off the reigning premiers.

“Bonnie Doon has had some big changes to their team from last year however you always know you will get a hard-fought, four-quarter contest from them,” she said.

“They’ve got some talented young players this year who really put the pressure on us in that first quarter, forcing us to reset at quarter time.

“We weren’t following our processes in that first quarter so we just got to work on delivering those standards on a consistent basis for the rest of the game.

“We also upped our full court de-

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fensive pressure and I think both things saw the momentum shift our way for the rest of the game.”

The defensive unit of Sally Wood, Ebony Allen and Laura Keighran were strong and turned the ball over well, while Abbey Forest was dominant under the post, shooting 38 goals from 47 shots.

Midcourt recruit Sally Sharp was dynamic in her first official match for the Lions, moving the ball well outside the ring.

“Sally Sharp has come on board and brings a lot of court smarts with her - her experience and voice has been extremely valuable,” Cousins said.

“Sal and Bec [Allen] really started to connect in the midcourt as well and I can’t wait to see how that combination develops as the season progresses.”

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