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Step up for homelessness and support those doing it rough by donating a coffee ppppggyg
LOCAL businesses are getting on board to ‘Pay It Forward’ for National Homelessness Week.
Cafés involved in the “Step Up for Homelessness
BY JORDAN DUURSMA jduursma@ nemedia.com.au
- Pay It Forward” campaign will be collecting donations from the public which will in turn be distributed to local people doing it tough who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Beyond Housing service development manager, Katrina Holland, said support workers have highlighted that a lot of their clients are struggling
with material needs.
“I think if we can buy them a coffee or a meal, it’s just something nice to do and brings back the humanity,” she said.
According to Beyond Housing’s data, more than 600 people were experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless across
Wangaratta in 2023-2024.
Ms Holland said local cafés are responding to this and doing their bit to help out the community’s most vulnerable.
Tony Molinaro’s Aroma Deli Café is one of the cafes participating in the campaign, and said his team is involved because it’s a good cause.
“It’s great to be able give back to our community,” he said.
Following Homelessness Week, participating cafés will give a figure of how much was donated by the community, vouchers for cafes will then be distributed to those most in need by service providers.
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Local Area
Network homelessness coordinator, Renee Murtagh, said the cost of living crisis is hitting everyone, particularly the most vulnerable people in the community who are having trouble with housing being supported.
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GALEN Catholic College students (back) Toby Beggs, Jose Obaniana, Grace Gough, Felix Ott, Leila Gephart, Spencer Haywood, (front) Bailey Walch, Alice Appleby, Emily Bevan and Bonnie Melbourne inhabit their characters as they prepare for the school’s production of Roald Dahl’s ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’, which opens tomorrow night.
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PHOTO: Kurt Hickling
Honour best nurses, midwives in community
THE search is underway to find Australia’s most exceptional nurses and midwives with nominations now open for the 2025 HESTA Australian Nursing and Midwifery Awards.
The awards have been running for 15 years and strive to honour the vital contributions made by Australia’s nurses, midwives, nurse educators, researchers, and personal care workers, who improve health outcomes for those in our community through exemplary care and support.
If you know of any local nurses or midwives that have done exemplary work in our community, visit hestaawards.com. au by December 15 to nominate them.
The finalists will be announced in April 2025, with the winners revealed at a special ceremony in Melbourne in May 2025.
No place like Rome
yBy PRIYA LINTERN
On November 16, 2023, eight year 11 students from Galen Catholic College waved goodbye to their friends and family for the last time before they embarked on the adventure of a lifetime: two months abroad in Italy.
For each of them, this trip would mark the first time they left home for such an extended period of time - and alone.
While nerves were running high in the hours leading up to the lengthy flight to Milan, the excitement easily surpassed it.
A white Christmas, a New Year overseas, and plenty of famous foods to try and monuments to see were only the beginning of what they were about to experience in Italy.
Two of these students, Jamieson Hunter and Eve Grantham, recently reflected on their experience.
“The opportunity to travel overseas at such a young age was an offer too good to pass on,” Eve said.
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“I liked that the exchange was something far out of my comfort zone.”
For Jamieson, the exchange had always been a dream - a key reason being her personal connection to Italy, which “definitely influenced [her] decision to go there”.
She had also studied Italian for the majority of her primary and high school education, saying how “my studies of the language at school made the pathway even more desirable, especially with the inclusion of foreign exchange students completing similar experiences here in Australia”.
While Eve did a one-way exchange with an assigned host family, Jamieson hosted an Italian student her age during the winter of 2023.
For two months she served as a host sister to Bianca, who attended Galen Catholic College alongside her during her stay.
Once that time had passed, Jamieson travelled back to Italy alongside Bianca to live with her family and go to Italian high school.
Their few first days in Italy were memorable, to say the least.
“I was located in Crema, about a 45 minutes’ drive from Milan,” Jamieson said.
“And the city streets were unlike anything I’d seen.
“Everything felt cosy yet industrialised, and it made me really grateful for the openness and greenery of Australia.”
School was another culture shock for the students.
“The six-day school weeks were definitely jarring, as well as driving on the right side of the road instead of the left,” said Jamieson.
“I actually never got used to it.”
For Eve, it was just how different lives were for the adolescents in Italy, in spite of being the same age.
“Teenagers in Italy have such a busy lifestyle compared to Australians,” she said.
“They have to manage the difficult school system and hours of homework each night, plus a number of extracurricular activities outside of school.”
Within a few weeks though, the two comfortably settled within their respective towns and made memories that would stay with them forever.
In fact, both of them were lucky enough to travel abroad, while abroad.
Jamieson had the opportunity to fly to Paris for three days with her host sister Bianca, exploring the Louvre and climbing the famous Eiffel Tower.
Meanwhile, Eve travelled to London with her family to explore the city and spend time together with her two host sisters.
The day of their departure came all too soon on January 22.
“I wish I knew how hard it would be to leave,” Jamieson said.
“I particularly miss my host family, and I wish I knew how significant this family on the other side of the world would become - they will be forever part of my life.
“I also found that, upon return, I was more open to change and felt significantly more confident in myself, which has definitely helped me in the transition into adulthood and independence.”
Eve too learnt a great deal while on her exchange.
“The main takeaway I learnt
is that it is so important to do things out of your comfort zone, because it gives you the opportunity to grow as a person and experience things that once you wouldn’t have ever dreamt of doing,” she said.
To conclude their reflections, Jamieson and Eve left some advice for anyone else interested in going on exchange as well.
“The skills and lifelong memories and relationships you develop are invaluable,” Jamieson said earnestly.
“Embrace every single opportunity you see, and let your curiosity guide your adventures.”
“Exchange teaches you things about yourself that you didn’t know before and gives you something special to look back on,” Eve explained.
“Even though the thought of being on the other side of the world seems daunting, it might be just the thing that brings you out of your comfort zone.”
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TOUCH OF PARADISE: Eve Grantham enjoyed living la dolce vita in Assisi.
PHOTO: Eve’s host mother, Maria Letizia Campanile
AIMING HIGH: Jamieson Hunter took a quick trip to catch the sights of Paris.
PHOTO: Jamieson’s Italian host sister, Bianca Agricola
MUST SEE: When in Rome, do as the Romans did - explore the Colosseum.
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Funding boost for city’s long-term water security
A MAJOR upgrade to Wangaratta’s long-term water security is taking its first steps as $750,000 in federal funding has been received by North East Water (NEW).
The Federal Government, through the National Water Grid Fund, has committed the funding as a co-contribution with NEW towards a $1.5 million project to develop a preliminary business case for additional groundwater bores and an innovative large scale managed aquifer recharge (MAR) system.
NEW general manager environment, systems and operations, John Day, said if the project is found to be feasible, further funding would be required to deliver the project in three stages at an estimated cost of $45 million.
“The project is aimed at supplementing Wangaratta’s surface and existing groundwater water supply during periods of drought and low river flows, reducing the frequency and severity of water restrictions for the community,” he said.
“We currently operate two bores that augment the city’s water supply, and the business case will assess the feasibility of using further groundwater bores in conjunction with an extensive environmental monitoring program.
“Additionally, the project will consider the potential to recharge the aquifer with surface or treated water to augment groundwater resources.”
Mr Day said Wangarat-
WATER SAFETY: North East Water has secured
for Wangaratta.
ta’s reliance on the Ovens River for water supply was severely tested during the Millennium Drought, highlighting the need for a supplementary groundwater source.
“This system will not only secure water supply during dry periods but also provide a reliable backup during periods of poor water quality caused by floods and bushfires,” he said.
“With a changing climate and major population growth in Wangaratta over the past six years,
A 67-YEAR-OLD Wangaratta man has been warned for continual breaches of a family violence intervention order.
Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court heard last week that the man and an ex-partner met regularly for drinks and were known to be “alcohol abusers”.
this is a vital project.”
Mr Day said NEW and the Rural City of Wangaratta have been working on groundwater solutions since 2009.
“We are committed to ensuring the liveability and growth of Wangaratta while addressing longstanding water security challenges, and this is a critical step towards a sustainable and resilient water future for our community,” he said.
“We thank the Federal Government for supporting this important project, as
An intervention order was put in place by the 40-year old female victim which stated the man could not enter the victim’s address when under the influence of alcohol or maintain communication with her.
The court heard the defendant had attempted to enter the victim’s property multiple times from June to July, attempting to break in through the back fence when refused entry on one occasion.
well as the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action for helping to facilitate our application.”
In announcing the funding yesterday, Senator for Victoria, Lisa Darmanin, said everyone deserved to have a consistent and reliable water supply in Australia, regardless of where you live.
“We know climate change and climate related events like bushfires and droughts are increasingly impacting water
Defence counsel Geoff Clancy said his client was receiving regular treatment for a traumatic brain injury and he was “in the depths of addiction” with alcohol as he had started receiving alcohol treatment.
Magistrate Ian Watkins
availability,” she said.
“This investment will help us better understand how to safeguard Wangaratta’s water supply and identify potential solutions to ensure the region has consistent water for generations to come.
“This project is not just about water; it’s about the future of our communities.
“This funding shows the Federal Government’s commitment to addressing water security and enhancing climate resilience for all Australians.”
said the defendant had breached too many orders in recent times and imposed a $750 fine.
“You shouldn’t be talking to her at all, you shouldn’t be going to her place and you need to focus on your own health,” he said.
Man killed in
By BAILEY ZIMMERMANN
A 63-YEAR-OLD man died after a fatal collision near the livestock exchange in Barnawartha on Tuesday morning.
Police and emergency crews were called to the Murray Valley Highway at around 6:40am.
Police said it is believed that a white Mitsubishi Triton collided with a white Toyota Hilux on Murray Valley Highway, between Coyles and Mildrens roads.
The driver of Mitsubishi, from Tangambalanga, died at the scene.
The driver of the Toyota, 38-year-old Kiewa man, was taken to hospital with minor injuries.
Police said the exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be determined and investigations remain ongoing.
Emergency services closed the road between Coyles Road and Mildrens Road, with a detour open via Chiltern using the Hume Freeway.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has CCTV, dashcam footage or any other information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Helping youth Keep a Cool Head when behind wheel
POLICE are encouraging young drivers to take in a free CoolHeads young driver program session at Benalla on August 28.
CoolHeads is a thought provoking, confronting, interactive and informative road safety program with advice on a wide range of topics for young drivers
The program is an opportunity for young drivers and parents to understand fully the consequences associated with road trauma and to discuss safe driving with police and guest presenters.
The session will be held at Lakeside Community Centre from 7pm-9pm.
PHOTO: Kurt Hickling
More support for mums in city’s CBD
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2014
By SIMONE KERWIN
JUST over a year since a survey revealed many local parents preferred to travel to Albury than shop in Wangaratta due to a lack of facilities, feedback has come full circle.
Formation of the Communities Latching on to Breastfeeding partnership, between Gateway Health, Women’s Health Goulburn North East and Northeast Health Wangaratta, has increased visible support for breastfeeding and families in the rural city.
And the partner agencies say a parents’ room available in the redeveloped Co-Store complex is a great example of local businesses’ eagerness to cater for a
once neglected section of the community.
“Parents have welcomed the new room at the Co-Store,” Barb Young, health promotion officer with Gateway Health, said.
She said recent improvements, with the addition of a couch, some child-friendly Pepa Pig posters, and Communities Latching On information, had been greeted enthusiastically.
And with the planned installation of heating and the inclusion of some children’s toys, she said the facility would make outings
even easier for young families, who were now more likely to spend more time in the central business district.
Mrs Young said Co-Store management had been actively involved in making the room more welcoming for parents.
And she said the result was a change to the opinions expressed last year about Wangaratta being difficult to negotiate with young children.
“One mum said that when she moved to Wangaratta from Melbourne with a new baby six years ago, she despaired at the lack of facilities,” Mrs Young said.
“She now has three children and told me the other day that, ‘Whatever you guys have been doing, the improvements in facilities for parents is fantastic’.
WANGARATTA Senior Citizens Club members will host an in-house movie (‘Kate and Leopold’) today from 1.30pm at its clubrooms in Tara Court, off Ford Street.
The club will also host indoor carpet bowls tomorrow (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 clubrooms or in the adjoining St Patrick’s supper room.
Social gathering next Wednesday, August 14 will be bingo at the clubrooms.
OXLEY Garden Group’s next gathering will be held at Janice and Greg Cherry’s home at 34 Simpson Street, Oxley at 10am on Thursday, August 8.
BYO cup, chair and a plate to share. All welcome.
OXLEY table tennis weekly social competition will return on Monday, August 12 from 7pm at the Oxley Hall. Adults and secondary school students of all ages and abilities are welcome to join in. Bring your own bat, $2 entry fee, and small plate to share. 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. The group’s next catch-up is Tuesday,
BELOW average rainfall over most of Northern Victoria including North East Victoria and also the Riverina occurred in July. Rainfall totals included 47.6mms at Wangaratta, 50.6mms at Rutherglen, 41.6mms at Benalla and 60.6mms at Albury.
The July average at all four towns is just over 60mms.
The heaviest daily rainfalls all occurred on July 9 at Wangaratta, Rutherglen and Benalla, and on July 20 at Albury.
The highest temperature during July occurred on July 4 around 17-18 degrees at all four towns.
Severe frosts occurred on the last two days of July - the lowest temperatures on July 30 were minus four degrees at Wangaratta, minus 3.1 at Benalla, minus 4.5 degrees
August 13 from 10am to 11.30am.
All current and ex-service personnel and families are welcome. For further information, contact 0447 217 768
CAKE Decorators Association of Victoria Wangaratta Branch will hold a session on edible fabric and cosmos flowers from 10am to 3pm on August 17 in the Galen Catholic College food tech room.
Afternoon tea provided, tea and coffee available all day (BYO mug and lunch), cost is $15 members, $25 nonmembers. To book, phone Lee on 0419 513 735.
WANG Ukes meets on Tuesdays from 7pm to 8.30pm at the Masonic Lodge in Appin Street.
All abilities welcome, phone 0407 311 899 for more information.
WANGARATTA Artists Society Inc provides a supportive environment for local artists to work on their projects, welcoming beginners to experienced individuals.
It hosts workshops led by experienced artists in various mediums throughout the year, and the studio is equipped to cater to artists and their artistic endeavours.
For more information, contact Robyn on 0412 291 066.
WANGARATTA Orchid Club meets on the second Wednesday of each
Below average rainfall for July
at Rutherglen and minus 3.3 degrees at Albury.
Maximum temperatures at all four towns were half to one degree above normal whilst minimum temperatures were half a degree below normal.
A very cold southerly change hit the region in the last weekend of July and brought the heaviest snowfalls to alpine resorts for this year to date, but precipitation totals at Mt Hotham, Falls Creek and Mt Buller failed to reach the July average.
By contrast, Mt Baw Baw recorded 425mms which is
SOCIAL CALENDAR
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.
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.
WANGARATTA Sing Australia Group holds its weekly meetings each Wednesday from 7.30pm to 9pm at Purbrick Hall, next to Holy Trinity Cathedral. 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 5pm to 7pm, and Sundays from 10am to 1pm. All welcome. Contact Bevan on 0437 196 118.
easily its wettest July in 28 years of records and also the wettest ever month.
Temperatures were consistently higher at Mt Baw Baw than those recorded at Mt Buller, Mt Hotham and Falls Creek.
Mt Hotham recorded minus 8.9 degrees on July 30 - the coldest in July since minus 10 degrees on July 26,1986.
Most of Melbourne suburbs recorded well above average rainfalls and it was very wet in Gippsland too for July.
Frankston with 138mms and Scoresby with 141mms for July both had their wettest July since 1952.
Warragul with 133mms had its wettest July for 10 years.
August 1 saw the City of Melbourne have its coldest
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 Nick Youings on 0408 240 554.
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.
COME and play mahjong at the Wangaratta RSL on Thursdays from 11am.
Beginners welcome. Contact Jan on 0429 166 016.
WANGARATTA Toastmasters meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 6.45pm at The Centre in Chisholm Street. For more information, contact Joanne Howell on 0417 558 881.
WANGARATTA Family History Society opens each Thursday from 10am to 3pm in the local history room at the Wangaratta Library. Outside of these hours, assistance is available by appointment only by emailing wangfamhs@gmail.com or phoning 0474 443 626.
early August morning (1.1 degrees) since 0.4 degrees in 1997.
That’s a prelude to a very hot conditions from November right through to March.
There has been a sudden stratospheric warming during July over Antarctica which is considered very rare after the last 55 years and has occurred only twice this time of year previously in 2002 and 2019.
In addition, further north at Macquarie Island it was one of the warmest June and July periods in 72 years of records.
The other warmest June and July periods at Macquarie Island were in 1971, 1979 and 2018.
The summers following these were notably hotter than normal in North East Victoria.
COME and try croquet at the Wangaratta Croquet Club, 46 Ryan Avenue.
Equipment and instruction provided. Phone Susan Fischer on 0417 217 009.
WANGARATTA Symphony Orchestra meets each Tuesday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Wangaratta Baptist Church, 1 Sisely Avenue.
Email wangsymphonyorchestra@gmail. com or call Wendie 0408 495065.
CYCLING Without Age Wangaratta offers free tri–shaw rides to the elderly, and to people of any age with disabilities or reduced mobility. Phone 0418 387 089 or email cwawangaratta@gmail.com
PARKINSON’S Disease Support Group meets every Friday at the Wangaratta RSL for coffee at 10am. Those who are able meet at the main entrance at 9.30am for a 30-minute river walk prior to coffee.
Contact Dave James on 0409 011 953 or Ros Taylor on 0429 624 844.
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.
BIG FALLS: The alpine resorts at Mt Hotham (pictured) and Falls Creek enjoyed their best snowfalls for the season last month. PHOTO: Vail Resorts
WHAT’S UP WITH THE WEATHER?
By Peter Nelson Nelson, retired CSIRO climatologist
THIS IS NICE: Enjoying the new parents’ room in the Co-Store yesterday were (from left) Barb Young, Monique Hillenaar, Jess Colman and Faryal Khan with her seven month old daughter Manha. PHOTO: Luke Plummer
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Enjoy a sweet trip to Wonka’s factory
By SIMONE KERWIN
LOCAL audiences can access a golden ticket to a world of pure imagination this week, as Galen Catholic College presents its wholeschool production of Roald Dahl’s ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’.
The show will be staged in the school’s new performing arts centre on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7pm, and there will also be a matinee at 2pm on Saturday.
Based on the novel by British author Roald Dahl, and featuring some songs from the 1971 motion picture, including ‘Candy Man’, ‘I’ve Got a Golden Ticket’, ‘Oompa Loompa Song’ and ‘Pure Imagination’, the en-
semble musical tells the story of what happens when world-famous candy maker Willy Wonka opens the gates to his mysterious factory to a lucky few.
Unassuming young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world, which features chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka’s army of curious OompaLoompas.
Production coordinator Julie Nolan, who is overseeing her 66th show in 34 years at Galen, is co-directing ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ with Olivia Jones.
She said the school was
keen to present a show it hadn’t done before as a whole-school production, to celebrate the new era in the performing arts centre.
“It’s a classic for children, and we’ve been able to hire a revolving stage too, so we’re going all-out for our first show,” she said.
“It’s very exciting to have facilities we can leave in place the whole time, and we’ve found it’s easier to bump in (than when performing off-site).”
Julie said she still felt the same joy she did at the beginning of her career when watching young people take part in school productions.
“It’s that same sense of satisfaction that we can provide opportunities for chil-
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Community can help our cafes to ‘pay it forward’
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She said the ‘pay it forward campaign’ is a way the community can support both local businesses as well as local people in need.
she said.
Ticket prices for ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ are also set to make the show accessible to a wider audience, at a cost of just $10 for adults and $5 for children.
To secure your tickets, visit https://www.galen.vic. edu.au/
“It will be going directly to the people we know are doing it tough, because it will be the support workers and services who are handing out vouchers, the vouchers mean people
don’t have to ask for something in the café, they will have something to hand over to pay for it,” she said.
“It gives back a little bit of dignity.”
For those unable to give financially, show your support by visiting https:// everybodyshome.com.au/ end-homelessness/ to sign the petition for national Homeless Action Now.
Local businesses participating in the campaign are: Aroma Deli Café, Wangaratta Sport & Aquatic Centre Café, Madem Espresso (coffee roasters), The Railyard Espresso, Little B’s, Mama D’s, Moos Brew HQ, Where is My Coffee,
DREAMING
GOLDEN TICKET: Bella Charlton-Evans, Khiana Loveridge, Toby Beggs and Tom Mason play Charlie Bucket’s beloved grandparents in Galen Catholic College’s production of Roald Dahl’s ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling
HELPING HANDS: Jacob Grogan, Tony Molinaro, Jack Molinaro, Katrina Holland and Renee Murtagh are encouraging the community to do their part in supporting vulnerable people in Wangaratta during Homelessness Week.
PHOTO: Jordan Duursma
dren to shine,”
Spare some change for homelessness
LOCAL businesses are banding together to give back to the community and support those who are doing it rough during national Homelessness Week.
It’s your chance to step up and help out by joining in the ‘Pay It Forward’ campaign, simply walk into a participating café and pick something off the menu to donate to someone in need.
By giving as little as $5 for a cup of coffee, you can warm the hands of someone doing it rough and let them know the Wangaratta community looks after one another.
In the midst of a national housing crisis and cost of living crisis, the number of people in our community who are struggling to make ends meet is on the rise.
According to Beyond Housing, more than 600 people were experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless across Wangaratta in 20232024.
While the statistics are staggering, Beyond Housing’s data is only representative of their client base, not including people who fall through the cracks and aren’t connected to official support services.
While the Pay It Forward campaign won’t solve the housing issue, it can bring some cheer to an otherwise bleak time for some, and a message of support to someone who feels forgotten.
The Pay It Forward campaign is a simple and accessible way for the community to be part of actionable change and make a real difference for vulnerable people in our community.
As a collective, it’s imperative for the Wangaratta community to gather around its vulnerable members and support one another in tough times.
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
The Australian QuizNo.87
1
Which country shares the longest land border with North Korea?
(a) China
(b) Russia
(c) Mongolia (d) Vietnam
2 Who starred as Lloyd Christmas in the 1994 movie, Dumb and Dumber?
(a) Mike Myers
(b) Jeff Daniels
(c) Jim Carrey (d) Keanu Reeves
3
Which team were the minor premiers for the 2022 Suncorp Super Netball season?
(a) Giants Netball
(b) West Coast Fever
(c) Collingwood Magpies
(d) Melbourne Vixens
4 Han Duck-soo became Prime Minister of which country in May 2022?
(a) Japan
(b) Cambodia
(c) South Korea (d) Thailand
5
What is the title of the second book in Leo Tolstoy’s semiautobiographical trilogy?
(a) Boyhood
(b) Manhood (c) Youth (d) Childhood
Renewables continue to be unreliable
WONDERING why your power bills are getting bigger - from August 1 2024 Victorian power prices will rise again.
Well part of it could be that in the last year foreign wind farm owner in Victoria are getting subsidies worth up to $200 million dollars.
While subsidies are not uncommon in the energy sector a report found that most of that subsidies has been funded via the Victorian citizen through their power bills in “hidden” charges.
The report goes on to say that wholesale energy prices have soared since the beginning of the year due largely to higher demand, network and generator outages and lower wind and solar output.
This is the thing , we cannot predict the weather reliability even seven days out.
How are you going to have a stable, reliable grid if the current output for the last few weeks on renewables as a whole has been producing considerable less energy which has forced coal and gas production to pick up the majority of the slack.
It was also observed that wholesale electricity prices hit a new landmark on Tuesday night when all five states that make up Australia’s main grid, the National Electricity Market, had prices pushed above $15,000 a megawatt hour (MWh) at the same time.
According to market observers, this has never been seen before.
I understand renewables have a place in the future but as a majority this is a fantasy that will end badly for this country and the consumer.
We are more than happy to dig and ship out high grade coal to countries like China and India because it supports our GDP while those countries utilise it in their modern power stations (India to provide 80GW coal based capacity by 2032) that provide reliable and cheap power to their citizens while outputting about 50 per cent of all global emissions but how dare we utilise it here to benefit Australians while we have about a 1.1 per cent footprint.
Matt Strahan, Greta South
Please give back this Dadofil Day
WITH about 253 people in the greater Wangaratta region diagnosed with cancer in 2022, chances are that most people have been
6
Yo-Yo Ma is best known for playing which instrument?
(a) Violin
(b) Oboe (c) Piano (d) Cello
7 In October 2020, Justis Huni defeated which boxer to win the Australian heavyweight title?
(a) Arsene Fosso
(b) Christian Ndzie Tsoye
(c) Faiga Opelu
(d) Jack Maris
8 St. Mark’s Basilica is one of the most important tourist sites in which Italian city?
(a) Venice (b) Naples (c) Rome (d) Milan
9 Joe Perry is a founding member and lead guitarist of which band?
(a) Journey (b) Aerosmith (c) Foreigner (d) Eagles
10 The Proterozoic eon is subdivided into how many geologic eras? (a) Six (b) Five (c) Four (d) Three
EXPLORING THE PAST: The Wangaratta Historical Society invites the community to be transported to the past at their Wangaratta 1920s – An Optimistic Gaze exhibition. Exhibition curator, Rhonda Diffey (pictured) hopes it will inspire more people to appreciate local history. Key themes of the exhibition will include streetscapes, industry and manufacturing, agriculture, the CBD, retail advertisements, parks, key events, sports, and schools and will be open to the public until August 31 at the Bainz Gallery in the Wangaratta Library.
touched by cancer in one way or another.
This August, Cancer Council Victoria is urging Victorians to give to this Daffodil Day on Thursday, August 22 to fund life-saving research.
The dedication and compassion of supporters and donors has helped secure a $130 million investment in research over the past five years.
With almost one in two people heartbreakingly impacted by cancer during their lifetime, it is essential we continue to invest in life-saving cancer research.
More than $410,000 was raised through daffodil sales, donations and community fundraising events in 2023.
Thanks to our amazing supporters, we’ve made huge strides in cancer prevention, screening and treatment over the past 38 years – but there’s still a long way to go.
Thirty-two Victorians die from cancer every day, but breakthroughs in prevention, screening and treatment has helped improve survival rates.
The five-year survival rate has decreased by 48 per cent over the past 30 years, however cancer is still the leading cause of death in the state.
Each year, Daffodil Day brings our community together to make a real impact, and with
every dollar raised, we move closer to breakthroughs in cancer treatment and prevention.
Your support means we can continue to fund critical cancer research and provide vital resources to people with cancer right now – it takes all of us.
You can support Daffodil Day by buying flowers at a local site, donating online at www. daffodilday.com.au or phone 1300 65 65 85, buying a limited edition eCard, hosting a fundraiser or joining the Daffodil Day Dip. Lyrian Fleming-Parsley, head of fundraising and communications, Cancer Council
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Lower ‘P’ driving age to 17
By STEVE KELLY
NORTHERN Victoria Upper House MP Gaelle Broad has urged the Victorian Government to lower the probationary driving age to 17 years old to enable younger Victorians to attend work.
Ms Broad highlighted that Victoria is the only state or territory in Australia that still requires P-plate drivers to be aged 18 or over.
She said the move would be a game-changer for many families.
“Young people, especially those living in rural and regional areas are at a disadvantage by not being allowed to access their provisional licence at the age of 17,” Ms Broad told Parliament.
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“People who live in rural areas in my electorate do not have access to public transport to help them access jobs or apprenticeships.”
Ms Broad said she was contacted by a mum whose son would love to start looking for an apprenticeship or a school-based apprenticeship but is unable to do so in this state until he is 18.
“If he were living in Melbourne, he would have a much better chance of pursuing this dream due to the availability of public transport,” she said.
“His mum already drives 1000km weekly to provide her kids with a fraction of the opportunities that city kids get.
“It’s about time the Victorian Government stopped disadvantaging our country kids and Victoria align with
the rest of Australia.
“All Victorian 17-year-olds should be allowed the opportunity to drive with a provisional licence, provided they have met the necessary requirements.
“If they have completed their 120 hours of driving, passed the hazard test, and the P-plate test, and proven themselves to be safe drivers, then they should be allowed their driver’s licence, or at the very least, a rural ‘restricted licence’.”
Opposition spokesperson for Roads and Road Safety, Danny O’Brien, said the Nationals had been strong advocates for reducing the driving age for many years.
“Back in 2006 the Victorian Nationals launched a youth policy in Bendigo, which included lowering the state’s driving age to 17,” Mr O’Brien said.
“The Liberals and Nationals also took the policy to the most recent state election in 2022.”
Readers took to Wangaratta Chronicle’s social media on the topic yesterday with Kim Winnell giving a firm no on the idea.
“The teenagers’ minds still haven’t fully developed and some l truly believe never will,” she said.
“Leave it as is, as l haven’t heard to many young adults asking for it to be lowered.”
Alexis Baillie agreed and said older would be better as some “aren’t capable enough to make responsible decisions”.
While Kim Pond said it was a “very good idea actually”.
Businesses connect with workforce experts
BUSINESS leaders from Wangaratta and district were among 200 from across the region who were able to gain insights into workplace-based training at GOTAFE’s 2024 Industry Connector Events.
Building on the success of last year, the theme for last week’s events was: Accelerating our region’s workforce potential through workplace-based training.
Nicholas Wyman, who began his career as an apprentice in Melbourne and is now an internationally renowned workplacebased training expert, spoke at all three events in Wangaratta, Seymour and Shepparton.
He emphasised that the learning needs of industry have changed and that employers needed to take a holistic approach to skills development, and to tailor training programs to match the specific needs and timelines of both the employee and the organisation.
GOTAFE’s executive director of student experience, Laura Baker, said the events provided support to businesses considering employing an apprentice or trainee.
MAKING CONNECTIONS: Local business leaders gained insight into workplace-based training at GOTAFE’s 2024 Industry Connector Events.
“Workplace based training, including apprenticeships and traineeships, plays a vital role in building our future workforce in our region,” Ms Baker said.
“We know the needs of our
communities and industries are continually changing and GOTAFE plays an important role in responding to those needs.
“Facilitating events like these ensure employers have access to
the information they need to make decisions about how best to meet their workforce needs.”
Learn more about apprenticeships and traineeships at www. gotafe.vic.edu.au.
Last chance for voters to enrol for council election
ELIGIBLE Rural City of Wangaratta residents and ratepayers have until 4pm today to enrol or update their details for October’s council election.
Australian citizens who have recently turned 18 years old or changed address can enrol or update their details online at vec.vic.gov.au/enrolment
There are also additional enrolment categories for ratepayers, including non-Australian citizens, who are not already on the state roll for that council area.
These people should contact the Rural City of Wangarattae council to enrol.
Speeding driver’s licence suspended, car impounded
A DRIVER was recently apprehended for speeding at 123km/ hr on the Great Alpine Road, Mt Hotham in a 40km limit zone directly outside the toboggan and snow play area.
His driver’s licence was suspended and his vehicle impounded for 28 days.
Northern VIctoria MP Gaelle Broad and Nationals spokesperson for Roads and Road Safety Danny O’Brien want the probationary driver’s licence age lowered to 17.
Wind in the Willows
Cathedral College
CATHEDRAL College’s production of Wind in the Willows took place on August 2 and 3.
The musical is adapted from Kenneth Grahame’s classic story where Mole, Rat and Badger try to save Mr Toad’s mansion, which is under threat from the notorious Chief Weasel and his sinister gang of Wild Wooders.
The students had been rehearsing for the show since the start of term two, with preparations for the show taking place since the start of the year.
First aid training
Wangaratta High School
WANGARATTA High School students who study VET Community Services and Sport & Recreation have completed their Senior First Aid and CPR under the guidance of IVET.
Senior First Aid is a key component of both of these VET courses, and an important attribute to have on your resume and to support the community. Wangaratta High School would like to thank IVET for their training.
IMPORTANT TRAINING: Ryley Downing, Lachlan Suffield, Kayden Harrison and Imogen Robinson were some of the VET Community Services and Sport & Recreation students undertook first aid training courtesy of IVET.
Big celebrations
Edi Upper
EDI Upper Primary School is celebrating 150 years. They will be having a celebration together at the school on Friday, October 11 from 10:30am to 11:30am. This will include putting new items in the time capsule, unveiling the new plaque and having morning tea.
If anyone knows of past students, staff or parents please invite them to this event or, if you need more information, contact (03) 57 293 560 during school hours or email edi. upper.ps@education.vic.gov.au.
PJ Day
Wangaratta Primary School
WITH the recent frosty mornings, students from Wangaratta Primary School found a comfy way to keep warm – wearing their pj’s and oodies to school on Friday, July 26. Students from Foundation through to Year 6 swapped their uniforms for colourful, fluffy and comfortable attire.
COMFY AND COZY: Chelsea Wallace, Maya Blackall, Celeste Mallinder, Ruchika Kumar, Khalil Gabrielle switched out their school uniforms for PJ’s to stay warm on Friday, July 26.
Book parade
Wangaratta West Primary School
ON August 2 all students at Wangaratta West Primary School eagerly dressed up for the book parade, embodying characters from their favourite magical tales. Their costumes sparked imagination and excitement whilst celebrating the theme “Reading is Magic”.
DRESSING UP: James Murphy, Peyton King, Riley Fisher and Logan Vincent dressed up as their favourite characters for Wangaratta West’s book parade.
CELEBRATING HISTORY: Edi Upper student Jessica Young invites everyone to celebrate the school’s history.
TALE OF FRIENDSHIP: Bella Goodman (Rabbit), Eliza Murrells (Mole), Makenzie Clark (Mr Toad) and Alysha Brough (Rat) performed in Cathedral College’s production of Wind in the Willows. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling
The Tap Pack to perform in Wangaratta
FOLLOWING sold-out shows and rave reviews on London’s West End, at Sydney Opera House and around the world, Australia’s hottest tap dance sensation, The Tap Pack is coming to Wangaratta.
Picking up where The Rat Pack left off, The Tap Pack conjures up a modern twist to the crooners and artists from the fifties through to the noughties, featuring songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr to Ed Sheeran, Michael Bublé and Beyoncé.
With a mix of slick humour, high-energy entertainment, and world-class tap dance, see The Tap Pack at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday, September 6 at 7.30pm with tickets available now at wpacc.com.au.
The Visitors coming to WPACC
THE Visitors, a play which tells the story of the First Fleet landing from the perspective of First Nations people watching, will be presented at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Saturday, August 10 at 7.30pm.
Following its Sydney Theatre Award-winning premiere production at the 2020 Sydney Festival, Muruwari playwright Jane Harrison’s The Visitors has been reworked for this new production directed by one of Australia’s most celebrated directors, Quandamooka man Wesley Enoch.
Co-produced by Moogahlin Performing Arts and Sydney Theatre Company, it is described as a riveting, deeply researched insight into one of the most impactful and painful days in Australia’s history, and tickets are available at wpacc.com.au.
Farmers market this weekend
THE Wangaratta Farmers Market will be held on Saturday morning in the grounds of the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Docker Street from 8am until 12pm.
Shop for seasonal produce from local growers and makers including bread, eggs, fruit and nuts, plants, honey, preserves and more.
Author Margaret Hickey to visit the library
AWARD winning local author and playwright Margaret Hickey will speak at the Wangaratta Library on Tuesday, August 13 at 6.30pm.
Margaret is the author of the popular novels Cutters End, Stone Town and Broken Bay, a crime series featuring detective Mark Ariti. Celebrating the launch of her latest novel, The Creeper, all are welcome to the free event, with bookings essential via Humanitix or by contacting the library at library@wangaratta.vic.gov.au or call 5721 2366.
The Howie Brothers to play reunion gig in Wangaratta
By ANITA MCPHERSON
VETERAN Melbourne mu-
sicians The Howie Brothers look forward to entertaining a local audience when they perform a reunion gig at Park Lane Bowling Club in Wangaratta, on the afternoon of Friday, August 16.
Identical twins John and Graeme Howie will be joined on the day by long time Howie Brothers bass player and funny man, Robbie Edge, who now lives in Mulwala.
Graeme said Robbie only performs with the Howie’s on rare occasions, and they are looking forward to catching up again at this very special show.
“It is always great fun performing with Robbie – he makes us laugh, with his jokes and funny songs,” he said.
“And as well as Robbie, local Wangaratta musician, Gill Delaney, will be part of the band.
“Gill plays a number of musical instruments, including ukulele, banjo mandolin, mouth organ and piano accordion, and knows millions of songs.”
The Howie Bros will have the crowd singing along to songs like When Irish Eyes Are Smiling, You Are My Sunshine and I Belong to Glasgow, to name but a few.
Over careers spanning almost 50 years, the Howie Bros have produced around 50 albums, including 10 volumes of their “Singalong with The Howie Brothers” series, which has recently been released as a 10-disc pack called 500 Singalong Songs.
They play a variety of in-
struments including piano, guitar, accordion, mandolin, ukulele and drums, and are keen songwriters, having won three Golden Guitar awards at the Australasian Country Music Awards in Tamworth.
The Howie Brothers are also the only Australians to have won the coveted International Harmony Award in the USA, and have performed on many cruise ships, including the world famous QE2.
See the Howie Brothers with special guests Robbie Edge and Gill Delaney at the Park Lane Bowling Club in Wangaratta on Friday, August 16 from 1.30pm to 3.30pm.
Tickets are $20, available at the door, prior to show, which includes a cuppa and bikkies at interval.
James Taylor show at The Vine
CELEBRATE the timeless music and iconic smooth sounds of James Taylor with Melbourne’s acclaimed singer-songwriter John Flanagan and his dynamic band, when they perform at The Vine Hotel in North Wangaratta on Saturday, September 21.
Flanagan’s warm baritone vocals have seen him compared to James Taylor over the years and now he brings these legendary songs to life, accompanied by a fivepiece band.
The show starts at 8pm and tickets are available at thevinehotel.net.au.
Chiltern Antiques Fair
THE annual Chiltern Antique Fair, attracting dealers and enthusiasts from around the country, will be held at the Chiltern Memorial Hall from August 23 to 25.
The event showcases a full range of antiques from fine china and porcelain to furnishings, jewellery, artworks, and a range of everyday older items and collectables.
It will open on Friday, August 23 at 6.30pm (entry $10 includes a light supper and refreshments) and it will then be open over the weekend from 10am to 5pm each day (entry $5 per adult).
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Don’t gnash those pearly whites because you might have to delay your plans. This could give the Lucky Lamb a better perspective of what’s been done and what still needs doing.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Scoring financial bull’s-eyes is easy for the focused Bovine who knows the ins and outs of the marketplace. But even with your success record, caution is still the watchword.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Watch your tendency to romanticize a situation that should be given closer scrutiny. Better to be suspicious now and ask for an explanation, or face a sad surprise later.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A bruised self-confidence can make things difficult, unless you accept the fact that you have what it takes. Ignore the critics and concentrate on believing in yourself. Good luck!
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Congratulations on what you’ve accomplished! But this is no time to curl up with some serious catnapping. Your rivals are probably already working on plans to overtake your lead.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your adventurous side wants to play a more dominant role this week, and you might want to oblige. Try to arrange for a getaway with a special person.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Taking logical approaches to pesky workplace issues can help resolve even long-standing problems. A shift in policy might catch you by surprise. Be alert to signs of change.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your kindness and compassion are exactly what are needed in dealing with an awkward situation during the early part of the week. Share the weekend fun with family and friends.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Keeping your focus straight and true is a good way of getting your points across. Save any variations for a later time. Meanwhile, the musical arts are important this weekend.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Reject advice to cut corners in reaching your goal. Better to take a little more time to do the job as you promised. You’ll gain new respect for your honesty and integrity.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18)
RUN TO PARADISE
CHOIRBOYS will share outrageous stories of Australian rock ‘n’ roll when they visit the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday, August 16. Run To Paradise is described as a “spilling of the beans” of sorts; a show that’s part story, part song and chronicles some of the wildest, cheekiest and downright hilarious stories of Australian Rock. The show starts at 8pm and tickets are available now at wpacc.com.au.
Don’t allow a troublesome situation to grow so big that it will be increasingly difficult to deal with. The sooner you speak up, the sooner everyone will be able to benefit from the resolution.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20)
Confronting someone who is making a lot of mistakes could be the kindest thing that you can do both for this person and anyone else who could be adversely affected by the errors.
SINGALONG SHOW: The Howie Brothers will perform old favourites everyone will know and love at Park Lane Bowling Club in Wangaratta on Friday, August 16 from 1.30pm.
Call for Nominations for Directors of BankWAW
The Board of BankWAW calls for nominations from persons seeking election as Director of BankWAW at the 2024 Annual General Meeting, who believe they meet the skills-based criteria outlined below. Nominations can only proceed on the prescribed forms included in the Nominee Information Pack available from BankWAW on request by phone on (02) 6022 8422 or by email at info@bankwaw.com.au
Nominations must be lodged by 5.00pm on Thursday, 29 August 2024.
Interested persons must be prepared to meet with the Board’s Executive and Remuneration Committee. Prospective Nominees must be interviewed by the Director Nominations Committee for a Fitness and Propriety assessment under the Board’s Fit & Proper Policy before they are eligible to be considered for election or appointment to the Board.
The Board has determined that nominees suited to apply in this election cycle would be those with at least:
• 5 years’ experience at Senior Management level in a commercial/corporate law role, along with a formal legal qualification.
• 5 years’ experience Executive Management level in a dedicated enterprise risk management role.
• 5 years’ experience at an Executive Management level in a strategic information technology role that included material accountabilities for cyber security, or 5 years’ experience at a Senior Management level in a specific cyber security role, along with a formal qualification.
The Fit & Proper Policy and other resources are included in the Nominee Information Pack.
The AGM will be held on 13 November 2024. Formal notice will be issued in due course.
BankWAW is the registered Business Name of WAW Credit Union Co-operative Limited ABN 48 087 651 787
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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 Juliano 0412 597 482.
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2018 Toyota Prado, 4WD, Auto, white, 7 seats, bull bar, snorkel, towbar, caravan and horse float ready, current RWC, 145,005km, (IVL 7VT), $46,500. Ph 0437 762 668.
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MERCEDES C300 sedan, 2018, Auto, White, black interior, 6 months rego (AYG702), RWC, HAS 4AMG PACKAGES, air suspension, petrol, 2ltr Turbo, 74,910km, full service history, excellent condition, $48,000. Ph 0412 543 949.
2015 Hyundai i30 Trophy, min t condition, leather seats, alloy wheels, 150,000kms, full service history, RWC provided, rego till Nov 24 (1EK1PD), $14,000. Ph 0404 704 300.
HINO,
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PACKAGE Deal, for genuine sale 2004 Ford F250, 7.3ltr Diesel, 292,000km, has near new bravo a/t Maxxis 980 tyres, plus 2 spares on back, rear camera, rear airbag suspension, 274ltr fuel capacity plus 100ltr tank under rear canopy, rear slide on picnic table, central locking system, Hayman Rees tow ball, top winch to help load the boat, plus 15,000 pound bull bar winch, lots storage includes 2x60ltr fridge slides, plus boat motor slide, 2 large draws in canopy, lots storage above canopy and below 3x120 Uni solar panels, has pro star solar controls wired ready to go, 4 glass matt batteries, plus built in charger, built in compressor. Side steps and bull bar all aluminum, driving lights CB radio, electric brake system to suit caravan, fully serviced and will sell with road worthy. Caravan, 2004 Kedron Cross Country, made in Brisbane, 20ft inside, electric brakes, pullout awning, has matching wheels as the F250, dual axle plus 2 spares. 2 x jerry can holders at rear, in front bin has 4 x glass matt batteries, pro star solar controls invertor, has 4x120 Uni solar panels on roof, tv antenna, fold up side cooking table built on side, steps that fold up on the door, single beds with inner spring mattresses, wired for CPAP machines x 2, lots storage cupboards, built with Tasmanian oak, 4 burner stove with grill and oven, 240ltr Vitri Frigo, full sink, wired for TV, reverse cycle air con, Island bench table with storage under seats, storage under beds, brand new elec and gas hot water service (never used), water filters and hoses, electric legs, A-Trail Jack plus ockie wheel, 2 wind stiffeners pegs and mat (outside 8x4m) original tyres and rims for caravan, out door shower, 5 water tanks, one tank for drinking only, carpet or vinyl flooring, wired for 12 volt or 240 volt, full annex plus extra plus sun shade, never used, new wheel bearings (never used), 2 gas bottles, front bin and generator compartment, very clean and neat, has lots of extra’s as well. $139,900 ono package deal, will consider splitting, but they do compliment one another. Boat not included. Ph 0427 936 630.
MOTOR VEHICLES
CARAVANS & CAMPERS
CIMINO Maria Teresa.
1/7/1934 – 30/7/2024
Beloved wife of Tommaso “Tom” (dec). Loving mother of Penny and Vivian and respected mother-in-law of Robert and Pat. Adoring Nonna of Michael and Belinda; Mark and Lisa.
Great-Nonna to Bailey, Ella, Sophie, James and Natalia. Will be sadly missed.
ILOTT, Maureen.
The President and members of the Wangaratta Central Combined Probus Club are deeply saddened by the passing of Foundation member, Maureen Ilott. She was an enthusiastic member and was involved in the many and varied activities of the club.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to her family from all club members on this sad occasion. She will be sadly missed.
McDONALD, Jessie Mary.
5/7/1929 – 2/8/2024
Passed away peacefully in Wangaratta with family by her side.
Loved Mum of Jean, Bill, Barb, Kerrie (dec), Gary, Bob and their families. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day.
CIMINO
Requiem mass for the repose of the soul of Mrs Maria Cimino will be held in St Patricks Catholic Church, 1 Ford Street, Wangaratta, on Monday, August 12, 2024 commencing at 10am. Burial will follow in the Wangaratta General Cemetery, Vault section.
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McDONALD
The funeral service for Mrs Jessie Mary McDonald will be held in the Mason Park Chapel, 95 Mason Street, Wangaratta on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 10am. Burial will follow at the Wangaratta Lawn Cemetery.
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MILNE
A funeral service to honour the life of Nancy Milne will be held at North East Funerals, 184 Greta Road, Wangaratta at 1.30pm on Friday, August 9, 2024 followed by a private cremation.
Nancy’s service can be viewed via live stream on the North East Funerals website.
STONE, James “Jim”. The Tarrawingee Football Netball Club extends its sincerest condolences to Bev and the extended Stone family on the passing of Life Member, Jim. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Rest peacefully.
COGAN, Kyle Steven. 7/8/1987 – 27/2/2024
Happy 37th Birthday beautiful boy. Our 1st without you. Your birthday is here, But you are not. We’d send a gift, but we cannot, So we’ll make a wish upon a star, To carry our love to where you are. ~ We love and miss you so so much, your ever-loving heartbroken Mum and Dad.
IN MEMORIAM
SHARP, John Robert. Passed away August 6, 2005. In loving memory of our dear brother and Uncle, John. Time changes many things, but not the sadness this day brings. We have so many wonderful memories of you John, and we wish you were at home with us all again, in the same old way. We love and miss you so much. You loved your football and cricket. You were a loving and caring brother to us and we all thank you for it. In our hearts you will live forever.
Loved and remembered always by your loving sister Marie, nephew Stephen and by your loving brother, George. We love you John xx.
Holden umpires at the bright lights Marvel Stadium
By CHLOE JAENICKE
LOCAL umpire Len-
ny Holden umpired at Marvel Stadium alongside his twin 12-year old granddaughters, Milly and Marley Highman.
They umpired the Under 10s Auskick game at half-time of the game between St Kilda and Brisbane on Sunday, August 4
Mr Holden said he got the call from the AFL to umpire on Wednesday, July 31 and had to take the opportunity.
This will be Mr Holden’s first time umpiring in Melbourne after umpiring locally for many years and he said his favourite part of the day was stepping onto the ground with his granddaughter.
“I’m looking forward to seeing the look on her face when she runs out in front of the crowd,” he said.
“I just love seeing kids playing sport and getting involved.”
The Auskick games were Milly’s first time umpiring and Mr Holden said Marley has been doing boundary umpiring since the start of the year and aspires to continue.
“It’s something she’s always said to me that she wants to keep going,” he said. They also umpired alongside other North East umpires, William Sayers, Brett Taylor-Perkins, Jaiden Taylor-Perkins, Gus Benson and Isaac Moore who are also from Wangaratta.
Lady Devils push Pat’s aside
WANGARATTA City sit third on the division two women’s ladder with two games to go, after handing St Pat’s a 2-0 loss on Sunday.
Jess Campbell and Samantha Scott did the damage for the Lady Devils up top, finishing with a goal apiece, while the defensive unit kept a clean sheet.
Coach Hannah Swindley said it was a comprehensive performance from a side with their back against the wall.
“We had a really good game, I think that’s probably one of the best games I’ve seen us play all season,” she said.
“We had very low numbers, only 11 people with no one on the bench – we had quite a few pull out on the day and on the weekend due to illnesses and people away.
“It was a bit of a shaky start, but the way the girls
handled it and the way they played was good.
“They were moving the ball around the park well, we just had full control, I don’t think they (St Pat’s) had a shot all game, to be honest.”
Swindley said the side played well despite missing key targets up top.
“We were always going to struggle with getting goals because our normal goal scorers were out, we didn’t have Georgia (Mahoney) and we didn’t have Kat (De Napoli), they’re normally the ones who get us the goals,” she said.
“I think that’s why we were moving the ball around so much, we didn’t have that normal target up top so the girls were taking
NORTH East Bushrangers Basketball (NEBB) is a collaboration between local North East basketball associations with the commitment of “Creating Realistic Pathways for all North East Athletes”
Ten NEBB junior teams compete in the Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL) - the highest level junior competition in Victoria.
Our Club offers specialist Basketball Clinics, as well as pathways through Senior Big V Competitions.
One NEBB Youth League Men’s (YLM) team competes in the semi-professional Big V competition.
Big V & VJBL consist of teams from both metropolitan and regional Victoria.
the game on themselves in the midfield, creating more opportunities.
“While we didn’t get many goals, creatively, we were playing the ball very well, it was a good game to watch.”
The Lady Devils have two matches left to fine-tune their structures ahead of finals, up against Myrtleford Savoy (eighth) this weekend at home before finishing the home and away season at LaTrobe Ground against Wodonga Diamonds (fifth).
“We don’t look too much into the games and who we’re playing,” Swindley said.
“We’ll just keep doing what we’re doing.
“For us, it’s perfecting our play and it’s really pleasing to see we’re playing out from the back, finding feet, moving the ball well - that’s all we want from the girls, and they’re doing it perfectly.”
ROUND RESULTS:
U14 Boys 1 37 def by Dandenong 2 69
(Top Scorers: N. Atukorala 11, C. Hueston 7, T. Thorp 7)
U14 Boys 2 32 def by Whittlesea 3 33
(Top Scorers: N. Caccianiga 9, J. Goodyear 7, C. Keatch 6)
U14 Girls 1 34 def Frankston 2 32
(Top Scorers: E. O’Neill 8, A. Damianopoulos 8, M. Moscrop 7)
U14 Girls 2 28 def by Keilor 6 32
(Top Scorers: L. Nedelkovski 10, E. Kennedy 6, Q. Saltmarsh 6)
U16 Boys 1 39 drew Hawthorn 1 39
(Top Scorers: C. Clark 11, L. Cashman 6, S. Kain 5)
U16 Boys 2 54 def Wyndham 3 50
(Top Scorers: J. Payne 13, A. Morris 12, J. Kelly 7)
U16 Boys 3 48 def Sunbury 4 38
(Top Scorers: A. Richardson 22, I. Lacey 10, D. Andersen 6)
U16 Girls 1 43 def by Sandringham 3 44
(Top Scorers: E. Napier 12, M. Evans 10, E. Mercieca 7)
U16 Girls 2 53 def Diamond Valley 3 44
(Top Scorers: E. Gray 22, C. Campbell 10, L. Collins 7)
U18 Boys 2 44 def Craigieburn 3 34
(Top Scorers: R. Robinson 11, C. Gow 9, A. Button 9)
Devils men grab their fourth win
WANGARATTA City secured their fourth win of the season on Sunday.
Travelling to Albury’s Alexandra Park to take St Pat’s on, the Devils got out to a 2-1 lead at halftime before finding the back of the net once more in the 3-1 win.
Erik Ihasz was the star of the show converting twice, while youngster Fraser D’Agostino also got on the scoresheet.
Wangaratta City now faces Myrtleford at South Wangaratta Reserve this weekend and will be out to spoil the party.
Myrtleford is now six points clear of United with only two rounds left
If Myrtleford defeats the 10thplaced Devils on Sunday, it claims the league title.
However, if the away team suffers a shock loss, the final round clash between Myrtleford and United will decide the title.
United has the round 21 bye, so it automatically receives three points.
IN CONTROL: Division two women coach Hannah Swindley (pictured) said her side dominated possession in their 2-0 win over St Pat’s. PHOTO: Kat De Naps Photography
BY NATHAN DE VRIES ndevries@ nemedia.com.au
BIG STAGE: Marley and Milly Higham umpired Under 10s Auskick together at Marvel Stadium on August 4.
FAMILY AFFAIR: Lenny Holden (middle) was excited to umpire alongside his granddaughters, Marley and Milly Higham.
HUGE OPPORTUNITY: William Sayers, Brett Taylor-Perkins, Marley Highman, Milly Highman, Jaiden Tyalor Perkins, Lenny Holden, Gus Benson and Isaac Moore umpired at the St Kilda Brisbane game on Sunday, August 4.
Wangara a Chronicle photographer Marc Bongers was at the Blue Ribbon (Spirit of Sport) football match between Kangaroos and Tigers at Wareena Park hosted by WDJFL.
Kangaroos 2.1 3.5 4.5 7.5 (47) Tigers 1.3 3.5 5.6 7.7 (49)
GOALS: KANGAROOS: R. Downing 4, E. Mullins 1, E. Clayton 1, T. Hunter 1. TIGERS: R. Mckay 3, L. Webb 3, M. Benton 1. BEST: KANGAROOS: Z. O’Shannessy, E. Clayton, E. Mullins, H. Cook, O. Kent, L. Harding. TIGERS: Z. Carroll, J. Wall, L. Webb, D. Winter, H. Dodgshun, O. Mullane. College 1.0 2.1 2.3 3.3 (21) Imperials 6.3 10.4 13.10 17.14 (116)
GOALS: COLLEGE: L. Pensak 1, C. Ashworth 1, H. Bowman 1.
IMPERIALS: M. Semmens 8, N. Kjar 2, M. Marek 2, D. O’Sullivan 1, H. O’Brien 1, K. McPhan 1, M. Gay 1, A. Schultz 1. BEST: COLLEGE: C. Ashworth, H. Bowman, S. Doyle, S. Reid, H. Cook, L. Pensak. IMPERIALS: N. Kjar, D. O’Sullivan, M. Semmens, H. Bandt, P. Stamp, M. Gay.
Centrals 3.2 6.4 13.8 16.9 (105)
Bright 0.3 1.7 3.8 4.11 (35)
GOALS: CENTRALS : C. Curr 5, C. Boman 3, R. McNamara 3, H. Barry 3, R. Parsons 1, H. Fraser 1. BRIGHT : L. Robinson 3, J. Thomson 1. BEST: CENTRALS : H. Barry, H. Fraser, C. Boman, R. McNamara, K. Wohlers, D. Balfour. BRIGHT: J. Thomson, P. Ferrito, A. Grasser, O. Dalbosco, A. Hargreaves, H. Johnston.
Benalla
Kangaroos 2.3
(53) Tigers
(11)
GOALS: KANGAROOS: A. Symons 4, H. Ackerly 1, M. Coleman 1, L. Downing 1. TIGERS: M. Togolo 1. BEST: KANGAROOS: A. Symons, I. Chilcott, H. Ackerly, M. Murphy, J. Crotty, C. Borschmann. TIGERS: M. Togolo, N. O’Keefe, T. Jones, H. Sharp, R. Webb, P. Edwards. College
Benton 1, H. Togolo-Hill 1.
C. Ackerly, H. Edwards, D. Jeffries, S. Lewis, L. Delarue, Z. Ivory. TIGERS: H. Togolo-Hill, L. Benton, O. Fisher, Z. Williamson, D. Dickson, Q. O’Keefe.
(29)
(120) Junior Magpies
GOALS: COLLEGE: C. Bowman 4, L. Sims 4, D. Ciccone 2, J. Guley 2, H. Dean 1, C. OBrien 1, R. Monk 1, H. Allan 1, K. Reid 1. Junior Magpies: J. Nesbitt 1, S. McIntosh 1, W. James 1, A. Johnson 1. BEST: COLLEGE: L. Sims, D. Ciccone, C. Bowman, T. Llewellyn, H. Ledger, R. Monk. JUNIOR MAGPIES: L. Cannata, A. Scholes, W. Maiden, J. Nesbitt, S. McIntosh. Centrals
(38) Bright
GOALS: BRIGHT: O. Kelly 2, D. Andersen 2, H. Bruneau 1, A. Tanaskovic 1, O. Lewis 1, C. Garratt 1, B. Buckland 1, C. Nightingale 1, G. Banks 1. BEST: BRIGHT: N. White, C. Garratt, O. Lewis, H. Bruneau, G. Banks, O. Kelly.
Mansfield Yellow
(78) Imperials
BEST: COLLEGE: J. Borschmann, K. Hope, J. Tonkin, J. DAY, C. Scanlan, S. Guley. IMPERIALS: T. Benton, N. Matthews, M. Ashmead, L. Riordan, C. Govers, J. Ginnivan.
BENALLA RED: J. Hart 4, J.
(15) Mansfield 2.2
(65)
GOALS: BENALLA: J. Hart 1. MANSFIELD: J. Benton 1, A. Daniels 1, E. Morphett 1, L. Smith 1, E. Pigdon 1, C. Dobson 1, A. Friday 1, H. Banks 1. BEST: BENALLA: B. Cooney, J. Hart, J. Mathieson, L. Ham, L. Hyland, S. Gates. MANSFIELD: N. Whittall, A. Friday, O. Guppy, M. Payne, S. Kynnersley, E. Morphett.
Junior Magpies 5.4 8.6 10.8 11.10 (76)
Myrtleford 1.0 3.1 5.3 6.6 (42)
GOALS: JUNIOR MAGPIES: M. White 4, J. Comensoli 3, R. Burrows 2, J. Wohlers 1, C. Miller 1. MYRTLEFORD: T. Cooper 2, T. Morgan 1, R. Harris 1. BEST: JUNIOR MAGPIES: J. Wohlers, M. Alker-Jones, M. White, C. Miller, J. Holmes, C. Briggs. MYRTLEFORD: T. Cooper, T. Morgan, O. Benson, B. McMasters, J. Novak, L. McManus.
GOALS: MANSFIELD YELLOW: M. Rossiter 4, M. Storer 2, J. Clydesdale 2, T. Gerrans 1, O. Pigdon 1, W. Benton 1. IMPERIALS: S. McIntosh 3, J. Campbell 3, J. Pell 1. BEST: MANSFIELD YELLOW: W. Benton, Z. Hotton, C. Martin, M. Rossiter, J. Clydesdale, H. George. IMPERIALS: S. McIntosh, J. O’Connor, K. Ely, G. Marek, C. Littel, H. Allan. Benalla Red
Mansfield Blue
GOALS: BENALLA RED: H. Skelton 1. MANSFIELD BLUE: T. Kynnersley 5, A. Dunn 3, G. Robinson 2. BEST: BENALLA RED: H. Skelton, M. Willett, C. Pollard, N. Hogan, J. Pollard. MANSFIELD BLUE: G. Robinson, A. Dunn, T. Kynnersley, R. Purday, J. Kynnersley, H. Theodossi. Myrtleford
Benalla Black
(42)
GOALS: MYRTLEFORD: H. Durling 2, T. Cartwright 2, S. Lupo 1.BEST: MYRTLEFORD: S. Lupo, T. McPherson, M. Morgan, M. McMahon, B. Parolin, O. Hunkin.
MADDOX COLEMAN
COBY ACKROYD ISAAC CHILCOTT
Lions locked into finals, Hawks on the board
By NATHAN DE VRIES
WHOROULY guaranteed their spot in the A grade finals series with a thrilling three-goal win over Moyhu, 34-31.
The Lions took a narrow lead into quarter time, and doubled it through the second quarter to lead 20-14 at the major break.
The Hoppers fought their way back into the contest through a positional shift to Sophie Morey, moving from defence into a shooting role.
The change brought the Hoppers right into the match, trailing Whorouly by just three goals at the final break.
The fourth and final quarter was an arm-wrestle, with possession hotly contested and battled out through the midcourt and on rebound.
Whorouly coach Kelly Cousins said it was a hard-fought contest throughout.
“It was a close one, they tried to give me a heart attack towards the end there,” she said.
“Moyhu are a real confident side, so once they get on a roll, they really push hard - I think we were up by seven at one stage, that was maybe through the third quarter, but then they really brought it back.
“It just flowed in that first half, but they had a pivotal change in
bringing Sophie Morey from defence to attack, it really made us reassess what we were doing.
“We held strong and we got there.”
The Lions sit 16 points ahead of King Valley in seventh on the ladder and are guaranteed to finish anywhere from fourth to sixth, but are up against Bonnie Doon (third) and Greta (second) to close out their season.
Elsewhere, North Wangaratta picked up their first win of the season, downing Benalla All Blacks 37-32 at Friendlies Oval.
The Hawks were up by two goals at the first break, but the Panthers managed to level the playing field through the second.
Benalla pressed their lead, outscoring North Wangaratta 10-6 through the third quarter to head into the fourth term up by four.
The Hawks rallied, and on the back of some outstanding defensive efforts from Abbey Freeman and Hayley Cunningham, as well as some clean shooting, North Wangaratta produced a stunning quarter of netball to run out winners by five goals.
In other matches, reigning premiers Greta stood tall against Tarrawingee, taking the win 50-34.
Milawa continued their impressive form, knocking off Goorambat 72-36, and the Bombers easily accounted for King Valley, home 68-43.
Tough day out for Knights
By ADELAIDE FITZPATRICK
THE Wangaratta Knights put forward their best effort against Shepparton Eagles on Saturday in the Goulburn Murray Storm Premiership League.
The rugby grounds in Mooroopna were well populated, with players and spectators gathered to celebrate the Women in League Round.
An award ceremony was held to honour a nominated lady from each club who has shown their dedication to the game of rugby, as well as dedication to their club.
The Knights voted for Sally Kaiwai to receive the Recognition Award.
200 GAMER: Chaye Crimmins played her 200th club game in Wangaratta’s loss to Lavington.
‘Pies upset in Crimmins’ 200th, Hoppers beat Hawks
By WILLSON MACK
WANGARATTA dual premiership hero Chaye Crimmins didn’t get the win she deserved in her 200th Magpies game on Saturday.
Lavington produced one of the upsets of the season off the back of a fast start that saw Wangaratta trail by eight goals at the first change.
Trailing by seven goals at three quarter time, the Magpies pro-
duced a fast-finishing final term but fell just one goal short in the 34-33 affair.
Lavington’s Ange DeMamiel got the 250th game she was after, playing a pivotal role in the win, while Erin Haberecht shot 26 goals for the home side.
Amanda Umaski converted 24 of Wangaratta’s 33 goals with Issy Newton and Leah Jenvey fighting hard for the ‘Pies.
Wangaratta will look to bounce back from the loss against CorowaRutherglen in an exciting match up at Norm Minns Oval on Saturday.
Meanwhile, Wangaratta Rovers fell short against North Albury at WJ Findlay Oval on Saturday.
The Hawks battled well and trailed by just four goals at halftime but it was the Hoppers who grabbed a 47 to 54 victory.
Sami
was outstand-
ing under the post for Rovers netting 38 goals in a dominant performance, while Molly Murray and Gracie Reid continued strong seasons.
For North Albury, Kealey Moore and Sophia Kohlhagen shot 27 goals each.
Wangaratta Rovers now turn their attention to Wodonga in what they’ll be hoping is a winnable game at Martin Park.
For the last round before finals, Wangaratta Knights ladies pushed hard against the Eagles, but the concluding score showed there was more work to be done.
The final points were 34-4 Shepparton Eagles way, with Ella Harris scoring the Knights’ only try for the game.
The ladies have slipped to third position in the ladder, and will progress on to semi-finals against the Eagles in Corowa this Sunday.
The Shepparton Eagles men started the game firing against the Knights, getting ahead by 16 points within the first 10 minutes.
This gave the Knights some motivation to hit hard, making some effort to get points on the board in wake of last weekend’s disappointing points difference.
In the end, Shepparton’s head start was all it took for defeat of Wangaratta.
Final score for the game was 6016 in favour of the Eagles.
Try scorers for the game were Stephen Smith (1), and Mosiah Kerr-Kaiwai (2).
Successful conversions came from Stephen Smith (1), and captain Scott Miller who made his conversion kicking debut scoring two points for the team.
Following this, the seniors wrapped up their season, finishing fifth on the ladder.
The first games of the Goulburn Murray Storm Premiership League semi finals are being played this Sunday at Corowa.
The Knights encourage everyone to come along and support the ladies for their game at 11am. The Knights are also gearing up to host the Grand Final at their home ground of Glenrowan Recreation Reserve.
Kreltszheim
OPTIONS: Sally Wood weighs up her passes through the midcourt. PHOTO: Nathan de Vries
THROUGH THE MIDDLE: Scott Miller kicks a conversion.
PHOTO: Adelaide Fitzpatrick
GUN: Sami Kretlszheim was one of the best on court. PHOTO: Marc Bongers
HAWKS GO DOWN: Gracie Reid and Rovers went down to North Albury on Saturday. PHOTO: Marc Bongers
Rovers women advance through
OPENS
BY KATHRYN BURNS & OLLIE
RODARO
MORTON
AFTER watching the U14s make history for the club by defeating the Wodonga Raiders in their elimination final, the Wangaratta Rovers Opens were ready to take on the Murray Felines under lights at WJ Findlay Oval, in a bid to earn their way through to a preliminary final.
The Hawks put together arguably their most complete game of the season and by half-time had all but put the game away.
The midfield and half forward line of Rovers were on top from start to finish, ensuring great supply for the forwards who showed glimpses of just how potent they can be. Renea Macbain was on fire, clunking marks from the opening minutes of the game and finishing with a bag of five goals.
Young gun Lily Gibb put on an impressive three goal performance and Ella Bradley and Charli Simmonds also got on the board for the Hawks.
Rovers had winners all over the park, led by best on ground Amy Collins in the ruck and in her 50th game for the club, Lily Fan played best game of her career.
The Rovers’ defence was typically resolute and secured a lock out against a Felines side who had scored 90 points in the previous two games between the sides.
Final scores: Wangaratta Rovers 10.8 (68) def Murray Felines 0.2 (2).
Rovers now head to Martin Park on Sunday, August 11 with two teams playing for the chance to feature in the big dance on Sunday, August 18.
Goal scorers: 5 Renea Macbain, 3 Lily Gibb, 1 Ella
Bradley and Charli Simmonds. Best players: Amy Collins, Alice Minns, Ella Bradley, Lily Gibb, Renea Macbain, Amelie Thompson.
Coaches awards – Frankie Butler (Grilled), Charli Simmonds (Rovers Meal).
UNDER 14 BY BRONWYN MCGORLICK
Elimination Final – U14s Rovers v Wodonga Raiders (2:45pm, WJ Findlay Oval)
The U14 Rovers played an absolutely brilliant match of footy today to beat Raiders throughout the season, so the challenge was set for a terrific
match.
Captains Erin Collins, Lizzy Healy, Tessa Koop and Amy Lowe led from the front all game.
The Rovers were able to get our first goal of the match through some terrific contested work in the middle of the ground by Bella Boulton, who kicked long to Mia Simpson on the half forward, who then sent a well-weighted pass to Ruby Newton’s lead.
Ruby finished with a lovely long range set shot goal for her first of the day.
The second quarter saw Raiders win more posses-
BEN’S OLYMPIC RUN OVER
MYRTLEFORD’S
Ben
Buckingham is out of the Paris Olympics after failing to qualify for the finals of the men’s 3000m steeplechase.
Running in the third of three heats in the early hours of Tuesday morning AEST, Buckingham competed well but was unable to advance, finishing 10th overall with a time of 8:32.12.
With the first five across the line in each heat qualifying, the frontrunners set a strong pace.
Buckingham tried to push his way up the pack, but the quality of the runners kept him at bay.
Kenya’s Simon Koech led
the way for the majority of the race, with Ethiopian Lamecha Girma and German Frederik Ruppert close behind.
With two laps of the Stade de France to go, the pack began to separate, with Buckingham falling further behind.
Girma was first across the line with a time of 8:23.89, with Kenneth Rooks (USA), Koech, Mohamed Amin Jhinaoui (Tunisia), and JeanSimon Desgagnés (Canada) also qualifying.
The final of the men’s 3000m steeplechase will be contested at 5.43am Thursday, August 8 AEST.
sion of the footy around the ground to lead at half-time 20 to 13.
The Rovers really stepped up in the third quarter, laying some excellent tackles, led through the middle by Issy Foster, with our defenders winning the football with some excellent contested work and propelling the ball forward.
Small forward Lily Webb managed to cleverly pick up and kick the ball in one movement to register her first goal for the season.
The Rovers went in to three quarter time slightly in front,
26 to 21.
The fourth quarter was again tightly contested with the ball moving into each team’s forward lines.
Some excellent marking and kicking from Tessa Koop, Amy Lowe, and Mia Simpson meant that the ball was continually pushed forward.
Ruby Newton added two more impressive goals to her tally for the day, with some great support from her teammates.
A terrific team effort from all 19 players today, with everyone contributing to our first-ever finals win.
Goals: 5 Ruby Newton, 1 Lily Webb.
Best: Bella Boulton, Mia Simpson, Amy Lowe, Issy Foster, Ruby Newton, Inanay Gilson.
UNDER 12 BY CHARLI SIMMONDS AND KATHERINE PRESLEY
Our team was excited to play at home as the curtain opener for a full day of finals action.
Emily McLean, Morrison O’Keefe, Ashton Ryan and Zoe Riordan all made their debuts.
Phoebe Cresswell and Maddy Healy volunteered to be on the opposition for the first half.
Ashton made an immediate impact acting as ruck and following through with impressive runs.
Most of our work in Q1 was in defence, and there were great efforts by Milly Bihun, Aviva Lovelle, Lexi Clark and Milla Graham.
But despite good defence, our opposition had peppered the goals, including a goal and a point from Phoebe.
Quarter two saw us still on the back foot, but showing real determination in defence.
Mailah Tremellen was very strong for us and Zoe Riordan contested in the air.
Again, we built on our team work seeing a great passage of play from Ashton to Mailah. Bonni continued to make inroads through strong running and follow up.
We didn’t manage to capitalise on our possession during the quarter, and again our opposition did (with Phoebe again adding to their scoreline).
At half time Maddy and Phoebe returned and Anna and Bonni moved over to join the combined team.
Quarter three started with strong defence again on display – Milly’s tacking was inspiring and Maya Horne was also strong.
Phoebe was all around the ground for us and Lexi really worked on positioning us well.
We secured points from Aviva and Phoebe while Anna was a strong defender for our opposition.
During the quarter, Milly took a big knock and sat out the rest of the game, so Anna switched back to us.
Although behind, the team went into Q4 with energy and focus.
Our defence was continually tested but Maya and Morrison tackled well.
Emily McLean showed great footy smarts to work out where play was headed and disrupt the opposition.
Lexi moved the ball out of defence effectively and Ashton’s work rate, which had been huge all game, continued apace.
We were rewarded with a goal and a behind from Phoebe (for our score sheet) and a point by Maddy Healy who had run all around the ground tirelessly.
TOUGH TASK: Ben Buckingham did not qualify for the final of the men’s 3000m steeplechase at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
HIGH FLYER: Amy Lowe wins the tap.
PHOTOS: Kev McGennan
Buckingham Olympics update
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HAWKS FALL
KELSIE Wilson donned the brown and gold in Wangaratta Rovers’ 47-54 loss to North Albury at WJ Findlay Oval on Saturday.
■ O&M netball: Page 14
PHOTO: Marc Bongers
Brisbourne’s fab
Ben Brisbourne kicks 2024/25 campaign off in style with four winners at /pgygWodonga
BEN Brisbourne had a day to remember at Wodonga on Sunday.
The talented trainer kicked the 2024/25 season off in style winning four of the nine races, while he also had a further two placings.
Brisbourne scored with OTI Racing’s French import Bernay ($7) in the second, before taking out races four through to six with Tallinga’s Prince ($4.20), Sheer Lunacy ($10) and At The Mint ($15).
BY WILLSON MACK wmack@ nemedia.com.au
Brisbourne said he was confident all horses would perform.
“You never do go to the races and think you’ll come away with four winners,” Brisbourne said.
“We were confident that all of our horses were placed in nice races and we hoped
that we would come away with a winner or two.
“We thought all of them were genuine each way chances, they’re bread and butter horses where they all have their turn and we were lucky that they all had their turn on the same day.”
Bernay is OTI’s first horse with Brisbourne and the local trainer is hopeful the racing and bloodstock giant will send a few more horses to Wangaratta.
“Since coming to us Bernay has been campaigned at a lower level than she had previously,” he said.
“The instructions were that they just wanted her to tick her maiden off so she could go into breeding because she’s a nicely bred mare.
“That was our trial for OTI and we managed to do what they wanted and as a result they might reinvest a few more horses with us.
“Hopefully we can offer than another angle where we can give their horses a run in a different part of the country.”
Brisbourne thought all winners produced pleasing runs.
“I thought they all won with merit,” he said.
“We rode them a bit quieter on a track that favoured horses further back and wide which is uncharacteristic for Wodonga.”
The Spring Carnival
shapes as an exciting time for all racing enthusiasts with lucrative races on offer every week and Brisbourne could well have a few horses in those races. The likes of Reasonable Point and Grizinger Pod will be looking to make a name for themselves.
“We’ve got three or four horses that look above average that we hope we can have a bit of fun with this spring,” Brisbourne said.
