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Station designs arrive Plans p Pl progress g to create safer f p pedestrian d i underpass, d p , move eastern track k NEW designs show that a pedestrian underpass will replace two existing footbridges at Wangaratta Railway Station to accommodate double stacked Inland Rail trains in future years. The Australian Rail Track Corporation released designs for the new works on Monday showing a completely revamped station precinct that will

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include the relocation of the existing track and platform on the eastern side of the station to run parallel with the existing track. Key improvements include a new access area

to the station from the Spearing Street side of the tracks which will further connect the whole station area to the newly revamped railway precinct and CBD. Wangaratta Mayor Dean Rees expects the works to cost in excess of $15 million based on the cost of the works council undertook on the railway precinct on the eastern side of the station. He noted that the design

of works on the western side of the train tracks would be most welcome as that area has been “an eyesore” for the last 50 years. “Councillors are in support of the ARTC’s designs, the parking and improvements to the Spearing Street side that are practically an increase to the size of our CBD,” he said. “It will allow for all-day

parking and connect well to the new railway precinct. “With council spending $6.5m to improve the railway precinct, we believe ARTC will spend in the vicinity of $15m and it will make it a recognised area for the Rural City of Wangaratta. “It will create the investment opportunities in the future because there is a big commercial area

and there are a number of businesses that could change hands over the years and get rejuvenated.” There has been some conjecture around the underpass model from the Wangaratta Rail Action Group, which maintains its belief that the better option would have been to lower the tracks to accommodate the double stacked trains. ■ Continued page 2

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A DAY on the Green, which was to be held this Saturday at All Saints Estate in Rutherglen, has been postponed, following Midnight Oil band member Rob Hirst returning a positive test for COVID-19. The band has had to postpone its next two gigs to allow Rob to quarantine as required by Victorian law, with the Rutherglen gig (with Hoodoo Gurus and All Our Exes Live In Texas) rescheduled for Sunday, April 24 on the ANZAC Day long weekend. All tickets will automatically be valid for the new dates so no action is required by ticket holders, with refunds available from point of purchase for those who are unable to attend on the new date.

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TUNNEL: A well lit pedestrian underpass will allow people to navigate from one side of the tracks to the other.

WANGARATTA’S Anglican diocese will celebrate its 120th anniversary on Sunday. The milestone marks the inauguration of the diocese through the enthronement of its first bishop, Thomas Henry Armstrong, who served in the role from 1902 to 1927. A picnic lunch will be held at Bishop’s Lodge before a thanksgiving service at Holy Trinity Cathedral at 2.30pm, followed by afternoon tea in Purbrick Hall.

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From page 1 Group spokesperson David Moroney also believes the pedestrian underpass would attract anti-social behaviour, homeless people, littering, and cause a general risk to people’s safety. “The ARTC haven’t listened to us since consultation started and they talk about security cameras and the tunnel being well lit, but who is going to monitor these cameras to protect citizens?” Mr Moroney asked. “The group also rejects Ovens Valley MP Tim McCurdy’s statement in Monday’s Wangaratta Chronicle that we are “mostly supportive” over the proposed changes.” Rebecca Pickering, interim chief executive, Inland Rail, ARTC reports community and stakeholder engagement had a significant influence on the design. “Feedback has been very positive around an option that includes a pedestrian underpass from the community, council and state government agencies,” Ms Pickering said. ARTC’s Victoria and South Australia Projects general manager Ed Walker agreed with his colleague.

MORE ACCESS: The western side of the station will be reconstructed to include better pedestrian access and parking options.

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Outbreak reaches rural city Concerns continue to mount over mosquito-borne q disease Japanese p encephalitis p

By GUS RIDDER B THERE is a growing concern across Victoria about the spread of the mosquito-borne disease Japanese encephalitis. As of yesterday, six cases have been confirmed as Victorian residents with another case currently being investigated. All of these confirmed cases had spent time near the Victorian - New South Wales border prior to the illness being detected. There are also two interstate residents who are cur-

rently tl receiving i i medical di l care in Victoria. Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) most commonly affects pigs and horses and can cause reproductive and neurological issues for these animals. The potentially fatal disease can also be spread to humans through mosquitos that have been infected with the disease. Most people who contract JEV will have no symptoms or very mild ones that will likely see a full recovery. Children under the age of five and older people who

become infected b i f t d are att a greater risk of developing more severe illnesses and symptoms. Anyone who develops a sudden onset of fever, headache, vomiting as well as seizures or disorientation should seek urgent medical attention. A vaccine is available for JEV and is currently being recommended for people who work with or around pigs. This includes transport workers or vets who visit pig farms and those who cull or hunt pigs.

Piggeries the state Pi i across th t t have been impacted by the spread of this disease, including the shires of Wangaratta, Loddon, Campaspe, Gannawarra, Greater Shepparton and Greater Bendigo. As infection can only occur through mosquitos - pork products will remain safe to eat. Victorian chief veterinary officer, Dr Graeme Cooke, urged anyone with pigs or horses to remain vigilant on the condition of their animals and the amount of mosquitos near them.

“We encourage pig “W i farmers f and horse owners to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds near their animals, such as stagnant water, to reduce the chances of them being bitten,” he said. Federal Minister for Agriculture, David Littleproud, discussed potential economic ramifications of the outbreak. “It’ll be well into the hundreds of millions of dollars, not just across stock, but also pineapple turf, vegetables... even seeing the meat processing plants,” he said. “There’s a real issue that

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BREAK THE BIAS: Bpangerang woman, Jiarra Atkinson, was a key speaker at the International Women’s Day breakfast. PHOTO: Kurtis Hickling

DETECTIVES from Wangaratta Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team (SOCIT) have charged a 27-year-old man with a series of offences believed to have taken place between January 2020 and May 2021. The Wangaratta man faces sexual assault by touching, common law assault and unlawful assault charges following interactions with three separate victims. He has been bailed to appear before Wangaratta Magistrates Court on July 25.

“Break the Bias”on International Women’s Day By GUS RIDDER INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day was celebrated in Wangaratta yesterday with an outdoor breakfast at Merriwa Park to discuss this year’s theme of “break the bias”. Bpangerang woman, Jiarra ‘Ji’ Atkinson, was among the guest speakers and after beginning proceedings with a Welcome to

Country, she spoke purposefully on the issue of cultural bias and the experiences she has had growing up. “I want to discuss what cultural bias is, how it leads to stereotypes and the different types of stereotypes I experienced as an Aboriginal woman,” she said. “I also want to talk about my forefathers and cultural bias

we’re have tto work ’ going i tto h k through”. Authorities are urging people to report any cases of unexplained pig deaths, especially piglets, or unexplained horse illnesses, to the 24-hour Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888, to your local vet or to Agriculture Victoria animal health staff. For more information visit: agriculture.vic.gov.au/je The Department of Health has issued public health advice available at www.health. vic.gov.au/infectious-diseases/ japanese-encephalitis-virus.

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that they experienced in their lifetimes too. “Bias is something that some people don’t even recognise that they have. “It’s about identifying these biases and learning how to combat them” Also speaking at the breakfast was Wangaratta-based Indi independent federal MP Helen Haines. “I’m very honoured to be up

there with Helen,” Ms Atkinson said. “International Women’s Day is a great chance to empower other women, to come together as women and allies to share stories and lift each other up.” The event at Merriwa Park was hosted by Mandy Hogan, women’s health physiotherapist and was supported by the Rural City of Wangaratta.

THE life of cycling great Dean Woods will be celebrated in a service at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Tuesday morning. Woods, who gathered four Olympic medals during his career - including gold as part of the Australian team pursuit squad in 1984 - and was a three-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist, passed away on the Gold Coast late last week aged 55, following a battle with cancer. He retained strong links to his hometown, where he was widely respected as a businessman, family man, mentor and friend. Tuesday’s service will be held at the WPACC from 11am, followed by private burial. The service will be livestreamed and available to view at northeastfunerals. com.au/live-streaming/

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Floodwaters recede but Yogi Bear still a bit wet behind the ears By SHANA MORGAN, Wednesday, March 7, 2012 EMERGENCY relief has been scaled back in Wangaratta and district and the focus has shifted to the clean-up after the Ovens River peaked at a lower than expected level on Monday. A moderate flood level peak of 12.47 metres at 3.30pm meant no further damage was done to the Rural City of Wangaratta’s roads infrastructure, which already had a preliminary damage total of about $3.5 million. Council spokesperson, Andrew Chuck, said crews had been busily attending to various landslides, blocked drains and road damage since the heavy rain first started last week. “The first part of our priorities was to make roads safe so people could get past ... Now it’s all about getting the roads fixed up,” he said. “We believe we’ll be able to claim this back (from the State Government) through a similar process to the 2010 floods.”

KEEPING AFLOAT: Wangaratta’s unofficial flood marker, affectionately known as Yogi Bear, had floodwaters up to his mouth in Apex Park on Monday and was kindly helped with some floaties around his neck.

Council chief executive officer, Doug Sharp, met with Premier Ted Baillieu when he was in Wangaratta on Sunday. The Bureau of Meteorology’s flood warning for Wangaratta will be lifted today, with the Ovens River expected to fall below the minor flood level of 11.9 metres overnight Tuesday. Wangaratta Incident

Control Centre information officer, David Findlay, said the centre closed down yesterday after the State Emergency Service stopped receiving callouts after Saturday. “There are no issues, no problems, no worries,” he said. Great Alpine Road, between Parfitt Road and the Hume Freeway, was still closed yesterday along with various roads in Wangaratta, Boorhaman, Peechelba and Killawarra. The latest road information is available at www.alerts.vicroads.vic. gov.au.

SPREADING THE WARMTH: Di Worthington of West End Lotto & Wool, with some of the colourful donations dropped off to her.

Wrapped with all the effort THE Wangaratta knitters and crocheters have been busy and have made a great contribution to the local Wrap With Love donations. Donations were recently dropped off to West End Lotto and Wool and other donations of completed wraps as well as squares have been collected from the Wangaratta Library, and other local knitting groups, and will be

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well received at the national collection point in Sydney, from where they are distributed to those in need. Over 22,000 wraps were distributed last year in Australia and overseas to help as many people as possible here and overseas by providing warm wraps to ward off hypothermia. Just one square provides 1/28 of warmth, and collec-

tively, 28 assembled squares create one whole warm and sheltering wrap. Donations may still be left at the library, West End Lotto & Wool, or Oxley Post Office. If you can knit or sew and would like help contact Jenny Brown, Wangaratta Wrap with Love area contact via email at robandjen45@ gmail.com.

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Subsidies would be sweet news A WANGARATTA family has joined the call for Omnipod Insulin Management System (Pods) for all type 1 diabetics to be subsidised by the Federal Government, after trialling the use of the new technology. Kylie Wealands and daughter Georgia (10) recently began using the tubeless, wearable and waterproof pods, which provide up to 72 hours of non-stop insulin delivery, combined with a touchscreen, Bluetooth-enabled personal diabetes manager (PDM) device. After hearing about the technology online, the mother and daughter decided to give the pods a go, and like what they have found so far. “Having a child with diabetes, I joined a few groups to get ideas about how to deal with certain aspects, and I could see the ‘pods’, which were already in steady use in the US, were coming to Australia,” Kylie said. The devices arrived on Valentine’s Day, and while Kylie said it was very early in their journey with the technology, it had shown plenty of positives. She said diabetes management was never easy, and adjusting to the device to get her own blood glucose levels right had presented some obstacles. “Sadly, the biggest stress-

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or is the cost of changing the insulin pod if it isn’t working,” she said. “Georgia (who was diagnosed with diabetes in July, 2020) loves it. All she needs to do now is count how many carbs are in her food, tap that into the PDM device, and it figures it all out for her. “It gives me a bit of hope for the future. We are so much more prone to other things going wrong, particularly when our sugars aren’t managed; every single organ in the body can be affected. “With the pods, we have barely had any hypos, which is when your blood sugar goes low, and Georgia was getting quite high readings, but this has helped regulate it. “It’s amazing, from what I’ve seen in my 27 years of living with the condition.” Kylie said while continuous glucose monitors were subsidised for some Australians, the Omnipod was not subsidised at all, and cost $400 each per month for herself and Georgia. “Georgia will definitely keep going with them, but long-term, I don’t think I could continue (without a

NEEDS TO BE ACCESSIBLE: Wangaratta’s Kylie Wealands hopes the Omnipod Insulin Management System (Pods) will be added to the National Diabetes Services Scheme, to allow easier access for more Australians. PHOTO: Kurtis Hickling subsidy), but I would if the pod went onto the NDSS (National Diabetes Services Scheme),” Kylie said. “I’d like to see subsidies across the board, regardless of age. “It’s just not accessible for the majority of people, but these pods would potentially

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save someone from being in a coma if they could afford them.” Kylie said she heard suggestions in December that the Federal Government would consider the subsidies, but there had been no definite announcements. “It’s just a case of, the tech-

nology is there, why can’t we make it accessible across the board for everyone, which would then reduce hospital admissions and make lives which are already complicated that bit easier?” she said. “Hopefully, we will see some movement on this,

and in the meantime, we are asking people to make some noise on our behalf.” Bec Humphreys, a diabetes nurse practitioner in private practice locally, said the technology made life much easier for type 1 diabetics and could improve their long-term health. “Every day in my practice, I see how this technology would benefit people, but they just can’t afford it,” she said. Helen Haines (MHR, Indi) said it was fantastic to see that the technology was allowing people with diabetes to live freer lives. “I know this is an issue the Health Minister (Greg Hunt) has been watching closely, and I hope he reviews the results of the trial quickly and considers listing this technology on the NDSS,” Dr Haines said. “Right now, it would cost around $400 a month for someone to access a device like this, and that’s just way out of reach for most people. “This is why we have a public health system, so that everybody gets the health they deserve. “As a former nurse, I’ve treated too many people with complications from diabetes. It doesn’t have to be this way - we can intervene early to get people the services they need to keep them healthy and living full lives.”

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Inland rail changes edging closer IT appears we are on the home stretch for the final designs for the Wangaratta Railway Precinct to accommodate the Inland Rail project. This has been a bone of contention for many over recent years as consultation sessions followed by submissions followed by more consultation sessions tried to a find a common design plan to please locals and users. Initially, most if not all communities along the affected rail line from Seymour to Albury felt they weren’t being listened to with the frustration growing with each ARTC information session. It even led to several protests at local railway stations and a visit by then Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack to Benalla and Euroa after claims were made by Indi independent MP Helen Haines that local voices weren’t being heard. But based on comments from some of the locals who attended the most recent forum, the ARTC has come a long way in appeasing most people’s concerns about the proposed designs. And of course, we know, you can’t please everyone. There remains some opposition to any thought of a pedestrian underpass to accommodate crossing the track but it seems that is unlikely to change. I understand the new designs have allowed for better lighting and fewer if any blind corners to try and help allay fears but either way the underpass is expected to be there in some form to enable an all-abilities route from the station to Spearing Street. There is still time to view the designs, discuss them with ARTC personnel and even make suggestions at the ARTC shopfront at 48A Norton Street between 10am-2pm, so make the best of it if you have any concerns.

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FACEBOOK users this week commented on a development plan proposing more than 200 new residential lots off Worland Road lodged with the Rural City of Wangaratta.

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AUSTRALIA has experienced “devastating unprecedented natural disasters” in recent years. This has included major wild fires, intensive rain fall causing floods, heat waves, drought and wind storms. The damage, loss and stress has been unprecedented. These are the extreme weather events predicted by climate science since the 1980s. Inaction on climate change mitigation and adaptation is a failure of due diligence and duty of care by political leaders and business. Labelling them natural disasters can be used as cover for “...it’s not my responsibility!” Russell Sully, Wangaratta South

International Women’s Day important for all INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day is an important day to mark the achievements of the fantastic women in our community. Over the coming weeks there is a variety of events being held throughout the Ovens Valley, and I encourage everyone to find the time to attend one of these events. The Ovens Valley has been home to a large number of talented women who have gone on to do some wonderful things. We continue to get behind them and ensure that the next generation of young women and girls have the opportunity to follow in their footsteps. International Women’s Day helps to raise awareness and support for those women who are still suffering from discrimination, such as those unable to access education for various reasons. It also celebrates the contributions made by all women - no matter how big or small it is. I am always reminded every year the impact my mum has had on me, and the hard work she did for my siblings and I, ensuring that we were able to grow up in a better world. Her contribution, whilst small to some, had a large impact on me. Once again, I encourage everyone to get out and help celebrate the important role women play in our society. I look

FOCUS ON NATURE: Henry Ross, Jade Scown, teacher Hedge Thompson and Ailley Everett at work on a mural being produced at Borinya Wangaratta Community Partnership, which will be installed at nearby Mullinmur Billabong. PHOTO: Nick Richards forward to attending various events over the coming weeks to help celebrate. Tim McCurdy National MP for Ovens Valley

Dire warning as nation’s debt balloons IF you or your children plan on being alive in 40 years, you may want to start working on a backup plan. New modelling reveals Australia’s debt is growing at an increasing rate and is on track to trigger national bankruptcy by 2065. Based on current information, the debt model indicates the country’s total net debt will rise to match - and then surpass - GDP in 45 years. The numbers represented a bigger threat to Australia’s prosperity than either COVID or climate change. These numbers can seem abstract and far removed from everyday life but it’s a significant and alarming situation. The debt was expected to hit $916 billion by June 2022. This amounts to 42 per cent of Australia’s GDP, or just over $35,000 for every man, woman, and child in the country. The modelling is based on current data, including the latest budget papers from state and federal governments. During the past week alone, Australia’s net

public debt has increased by $2.7 billion. Next week it will increase by another $2.7 billion and this trend is set to continue. The longer we wait to address our debt problem, the harder it will be. Yet politicians seem content to put this issue in the “too hard” basket for now, safe in the knowledge they will have retired from politics before the debt bomb explodes. It is often noted how we are leaving a growing amount of debt for the next generation to repay. The more dramatic interpretation is that we may be leaving them with so much debt they will never be able to repay it, resulting in an eventual financial crisis and economic collapse. Dr John Humphreys, Australian Taxpayers’ Alliance chief economist

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Full duck season returns

IGNITE: Planned burns have been undertaken regularly at Wangaratta Common.

PHOTO: Nick Richards

Ideal conditions help fuel planned burn commitment

PLANNED burns are set to increase statewide this month, in the wake of a mild summer which has created ideal autumn burning conditions. The majority of the 1400 burns planned over the next three years are slated to take place throughout March and April, with higher forest moisture levels and lower temperatures resulting in increased opportunities to burn throughout the year. Other treatments such as clearing, mowing, mulching, slash-

ing and strategic fuel breaks have been undertaken in recent months to allow firefighters to more easily access and suppress unplanned blazes. Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change, Lily D’Ambrosio, said being prepared well ahead of a fire season was becoming increasingly important as a result of climate change. “We need to burn when conditions are right, to reduce the risk of fighting larger bushfires later

- it’s crucial we are prepared for bushfires especially as their frequency and severity increases due to climate change,” she said. “Investing in risk reduction strategies like planned burns is vital to protect property and our precious environment.” The initiative has also seen 1692 cultural burns outlined over the next three years, following extensive consultation with Traditional Owners to support cultural and land management aspirations,

which include managing food, medicines, flora regeneration, fauna habitat protection and healing country’s spirit. Some 470 planned burns were undertaken during the 2020-21 financial year, addressing 133,000 hectares of public land. To find out when and where planned burns are occurring, sign up to vic.gov.au/plannedburns, download the VicEmergency mobile application or call the VicEmergency hotline at 1800 226 226.

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OVENS Valley MP Tim McCurdy has lauded the return of a full duck season, with hunting set to begin on March 16. The 2022 season will permit the hunting of six of the eight Victorian game duck species between 8am on March 16, and 30 minutes after sunset on June 13. Eligible ducks include Pacific Black Duck, Mountain Duck, Chestnut Teal, Grey Teal, Pinkeared Duck and Wood Duck, while Blue-winged Shoveler and Hardhead species have been identified as threatened and will be ineligible to be hunted throughout the season. Mr McCurdy said he was pleased to hear the 2022 duck season would not be curtailed, and encouraged residents to participate in a responsible and safe manner. “In late January 2022 I expressed my concerns for the return of a full duck season this year - we are now in March and have finally received confirmation of what this year’s season will look like,” he said. “Despite hunters being frustrated by the 8am start for the first four days and four bird per day bag limit, it is good to see that the season is going ahead. “Although this duck season has been modified in accordance with the Game Management Authority findings, it is important that this legitimate sport continues.” For more information on the upcoming duck season, visit ttps://www.gma.vic.gov.au/ hunting/duck/when-to-hunt/2022duck-season-arrangements.

| By Alice Mary Cooper An intimate theatrical event with splashes of humour that tells the story of a life fully lived.

When

Sunday 8 May 2pm

Tickets

Adults $59 - Conc/Sen $49 Student (16 - 25yo with valid Student ID) $49

Friday, 11 March 2022 @ 7pm MOYHU SOLDIERS MEMORIAL HALL

Child (15 & under) $40 - Group 4+ $49ea Duration 3hrs (incl. 20 min interval)

Tickets - $25 - CWA supper included in price.

COVID Information COVID Safe Protocols will apply to this show.

Doors open @ 6.15pm - drinks at bar prices

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Qld flood deaths hit 13, cleanup ongoing QUEENSLAND’S newlyappointed flood recovery coordinator “can see the hurt in people’s eyes” as the state’s disaster death toll rose to 13. Major General Jake Ellwood will lead the state’s recovery effort after major floods damaged more than 20,000 homes and businesses across the southeast. The veteran of Kosovo, Timor Leste, Iraq and Afghanistan promised to do his best to help flood-ravaged areas recover. “Look, it is a tough time

for Queenslanders, and for some this comes on the back of a number of other disasters, and so my heart goes out to the community,” he said. “You watch the news and you can see the hurt in people’s eyes.” The flood death toll rose to 13 on Monday after police found the body of a man in a car in the Condamine River, about 160km southwest of Brisbane. Another man remains missing and feared dead after falling from a boat

on the Brisbane River near Breakfast Creek on February 26. Queensland Treasury estimates private flood insurance claims on homes and businesses will top $936 million and fixing public infrastructure like roads, bridges, power lines and railways will cost more than $500 million. The disaster is also expected to wipe 0.25 per cent, or $1 billion, off state’s economic growth in the current quarter. There were 1288 defence

force troops cleaning up homes and businesses in Gympie, Gatton, St Lucia, Fairfield, Graceville, Rocklea, Esk, Gatton, Grantham and Goodna on Tuesday. Deputy Premier Steven Miles said there were 1778 homes with severe damage and 2430 with moderate damage after 15,000 assessments were undertaken. He said there were 17 flood mitigation projects in the pipeline, including an upgrade of Queensland’s early flood warning system, and he expects further mit-

igation ideas to come out of the disaster. The deputy premier said buying back and demolishing homes was one option for mitigating future floods, but it wasn’t the only option. “In the past we have seen small buybacks where there haven’t been alternative options available, but they are expensive and they obviously displaced people, and so we will consider all of the appropriate options, including allowing for onto building alterations, local-

RUSSIA HIT: Australia has imposed more sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.

ised levees or stormwater protection,” Mr Miles said. “So there’s a range of options that may be most appropriate in each individual circumstance.” Flood waste weighing more than 24 Airbus A380’s has already been collected in Brisbane, where properties have been damaged in 190 suburbs. Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner also said simply buying back and demolishing flood-prone homes was too expensive, and not a “silver bullet”. -AAP

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Australia launch fresh sanctions against Russia AUSTRALIA will impose a fresh round of sanctions against Russia, targeting people who disseminate propaganda and disinformation about the invasion of Ukraine. Ten people with a strategic interest in Russia will be sanctioned for encouraging hostility towards Ukraine and driving false claims that a genocide was taking place against ethnic Russians in eastern Ukraine. Foreign Minister Marise Payne said other financial sanctions will

be imposed on Russia’s armed forces, as well as six senior military commanders responsible for attacks on Ukraine. Senator Payne said the invasion of Ukraine was also accompanied by a widespread disinformation campaign within Russia. “Tragically for Russia, President Putin has shut down independent voices and locked everyday Russians into a world characterised by lies and disinformation,” she said. “The addition of sanctions on

those responsible for this insidious tactic recognises the powerful impact that disinformation and propaganda can have in conflict.” The foreign minister said Australia was working alongside major social media companies to help remove propaganda from their platforms. “The assertion that there is a genocidal action happening in Ukraine against Russia, that there is a ‘denazification’ required in Ukraine, is an obscene sugges-

Cop’s charges dropped over Laidley leak A POLICE officer who shared details of ex-AFL coach Dani Laidley’s arrest in a police group chat has successfully challenged criminal charges. Murray Gentner was accused of accessing Ms Laidley’s arrest record while on a day off in May 2020 and sharing details with colleagues in a WhatsApp group called the “SD1 Gentlemen’s Club”. One charge was dropped by prosecutors during a contested hearing in Melbourne Magistrates Court, but his lawyers argued there was no case for him to an-

swer on five others. The charges had alleged he offered commentary on Ms Laidley’s charges and appearance, including that she was “now a full blown ice head and tranny”. Magistrate Samantha Poulter on Tuesday found Detective Leading Senior Constable Gentner had not acted contrary to his duties as a police officer, as alleged. “The disclosure did not impede crime prevention, detection, pursuit of offenders or the like,” she said. “On that basis I find that the prosecution has not established a legal duty not to

disclose the information in those circumstances.” In his interview with investigators, Det Gentner said he considered discussions within the WhatsApp group to be private and didn’t consider he had done anything wrong. He also said he would still access a photo of Ms Laidley “100 times out of 100” but regrets having done so now because of the “s***storm” that followed. “Whoever has leaked this out of the circle of us as police - the words I have are probably not fit to be recorded,” he said. -AAP

tion,” Senator Payne told Sky News. “Putting a stop, with partners, to those who are perpetrating this disinformation, this propaganda, is something Australia can do.” It comes as Australia was included among a list of so-called unfriendly nations by Russia, following widespread sanctions by western nations. Australia is included in the list alongside the European Union, the UK, US, Canada, Japan, Singapore,

New Zealand and South Korea. Defence Minister Peter Dutton said the world, including Australia, was standing together against Russia. “It’s a badge of honour, and I think if we have, as a world, a united front against Russia’s aggression, then I think that’s a good thing,” he told ABC Radio on Tuesday. “It also makes us realistic about the threats within our own region, within the Indo-Pacific.” -AAP

Dylan Alcott wants in at National Cabinet AUSTRALIAN of the year recipient Dylan Alcott wants to attend national cabinet to ask the country’s decisionmakers to provide better healthcare for disabled Australians. The former wheelchair tennis professional and 15time grand slam winner said he wants to ask for free rapid antigen tests and personal protective equipment for Australians with a disability. Alcott was the first man invited to give a speech at the Marie Claire annual International Women’s Day breakfast on Tuesday and used the platform to lobby for better

employment levels for disabled people. “There are four and a half million people in this country with some form of a disability and only 53 per cent of them are involved in work,” he said. Working aged men with a disability are more likely to have a job, with 56 per cent of them employed, compared to 51 per cent of women. Alcott said unemployment statistics for disabled men and women were “big numbers” compared to ablebodied Australians and disabled women were in some cases four times less likely

to be employed than abledbodied men. Disabled people who did paid work often did not enjoy upward career trajectories and were often stuck in part-time, insecure jobs. Alcott now tells people to consider their boss could be replaced by a disabled person when they ask him what kind of roles people should consider for disabled workers. “Representation is absolutely everything”, he said. Seeing disabled people at all levels of the workforce helped improve his own selfesteem. -AAP

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Tenacious duo set for Teal Tassie Trek By SIMONE KERWIN

SURVIVING a shock ovarian cancer diagnosis more than a decade ago continues to motivate Jess Golin Woods to experience new things, but she baulks at suggestions she’s brave. “I don’t think I’m brave; I just think if you keep putting one foot in front of the other, you’ll keep going forward,” she said. “I try not to look too hard at things.” And that’s exactly Jess’ approach to taking part in next month’s Teal Tassie Trek, which will see herself and friend Linda Nero join a group of passionate Ovarian Cancer Australia supporters to trek Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain between April 5 and 9. One of Australia’s premier trekking destinations, the route through the Tasmania Wilderness World Heritage Area features rocky mountain peaks, buttongrass moorlands, glacial lakes, waterfalls and dense rainforest but Jess has not spent too much time dwelling on the terrain she’ll be required to traverse. “I’m not looking - I’m just going to put on my boots and trek. I’ve never been to Tassie, so I’m looking forward to it,” she said. Along the way, Jess and Linda (under their team name, Tenacious Teal) will be helping to raise funds to support those affected by ovarian cancer. Together, they have a $7000 target, and have so far raised more than $2500.

ALL IN TEAL: Jess Golin Woods and Linda Nero will trek Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain next month to raise funds for ovarian cancer support. PHOTO: Kurtis Hickling Their dollars will go to a cause close to Jess’ heart, given she has been cancer-free for 12 years, after initially being given just 12 months to live. She took part in the Relay for Life when it was held in Wangaratta, joining with other locals to raise funds for cancer research and support of those affected, and was keen to find a way to continue lending a hand. “I saw a mention of this trek online, so I rang Linda and asked her if she’d be interested,” she said. Linda was in, and the Tenacious Teal team began its plan-

ning for what will be a nine-day trip to Tasmania next month, incorporating some sight-seeing with acclimatising treks before the Cradle Mountain event. “We’re doing things like visiting Wineglass Bay, but also doing the 11km walk there,” Jess said. While trekking, Jess said she would be carrying the memories of all those she knows who have lost their battles with ovarian cancer. “There were not a lot of people locally who had what I had when I was diagnosed, so I had to get online, which was all new back then, and I found people who all

banded together and checked in on each other,” she said. “Forty-eight per cent of people diagnosed with ovarian cancer don’t make it past five years, and slowly, that group is all dropping off on me. “This is what’s egging me on, to do it for them. “I was told I wouldn’t be alive in 12 months after I was diagnosed, so I shouldn’t be here, but while I am here, I’m going to keep going for all of them.” To donate to Jess and Linda’s fundraising trek, visit ovariancancer.net.au, and donate to Tenacious Teal.

Community raffle draw this Friday ACTING president of the Rotary Club of Appin Park Wangaratta Inc Geoff Dinning and club members have given a big shout out to the local community for this Friday’s Community Raffle draw from 6pm at the Wangaratta Motor Group in Tone Road. “We extend an invitation to all who can make time to attend the drawing of this year’s Community Raffle,” Geoff said. “We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all those who participated in the raffle and wish everyone with a ticket the best of luck with the draw.

“There will be light refreshments and finger food available.” Wangaratta mayor Dean Rees will also be in attendance to officiate with the drawing of the raffle. “We would also like to take this opportunity to thank the clubs that took part in making this year’s raffle a success given the very trying times that the community was and still is facing,” Geoff said. “Also thank you to the Wangaratta Chronicle and staff once again this year for their outstanding support along with

ACE Radio station and OAKFM as well. “To our sponsors, who are many this year, we say a huge thankyou too because without this support, the raffle would not be possible.” The community raffle sponsors for this year are Rural City of Wangaratta, Wangaratta Motor Group, Bi-Rite Electrical, Wangaratta Coachlines, Wangaratta Trailer Sales, APCO Wangaratta, IGA Express Wangaratta, Your Everyday Gourmet, Shelley’s Bakehouse, and La Bella Rocca.

IT COULD BE YOURS: Dean Jacob, principal dealer of Wangaratta Motor Group, with a Toyota Yaris, the same model as the first prize in this year’s community raffle.

Trafficking accused faces incarceration A LACEBY man who began dealing drugs following correspondence on a gay messaging application could face a term of imprisonment. The 66-year-old faced Wangaratta Magistrates Court via WebeX on Monday, when he pleaded guilty to a series of trafficking and possession offences, with a return appearance in person set to take place today. Police prosecutor Acting Sergeant Heath Dosser told the court the accused’s Snow Road residence had been the subject of a search warrant executed on October 6 last year, when police located amounts of cocaine, methylamphetamine and amphetamine, as well as two unregistered firearms. Some $6195 in cash was also located, confirmed to be proceeds of the operation, while up to 900ml of the drug Butanol was found in a kitchen area. A ticklist detailing the accused’s drug sales was also identified in a locked safe. In total, police located 23 grams of cocaine, 10 grams of methylamphetamine, and eight grams of amphetamine, while a single barrel shotgun and a .22 rifle were found in a bedroom area. The defendant allegedly made full admissions to trafficking, and told police he had cut the cocaine himself for sale across the New South Wales border. Defence lawyer Nick Marcevski said his client had turned to dealing narcotics following a downturn in work opportunities throughout the COVID pandemic. He said three separate users on a gay messaging app had asked his client to source drugs for them, prompting the defendant to become involved in the drug trade. According to Mr Marcevski, the unregistered firearms had been in his client’s possession for almost 45 years, and were purely used to euthanise animals on his property. Magistrate Peter Dunn questioned whether the defendant could have sourced more than $6000 from only three clients. “They must spend a lot,” he told the court. Mr Dunn ordered the defendant be assessed for a community corrections order (CCO), but admitted a combination sentence with a term of imprisonment was well within range for the offending. Sentence is set to be handed down today.

We’re upgrading the North East Line Coaches replace trains 12 to 20 March As part of Victoria’s Big Build, we’re upgrading the North East Line to enable improved train services. Coaches replace trains in both directions between Southern Cross and Albury from 12 to 20 March.

Authorised by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne

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‘Guess the Principal’ competition - week 1 IN the lead up to the annual Prep Feature on Wednesday, March 23, we are running a ‘Guess the Principal’ competition for our print and digital readers. Running in the next two Wednesday editions, print and digital readers can enter, and by entering both weeks, you will have a better chance of securing the prize. Above you will find the first lot of photos from our local principals along with their own prep photos (or photos of themselves at that age). Study them carefully and fill out the entry form, do the same with the photos

next week and email the pages to Belinda Harrison at bharrison@nemedia.com.au or drop your answers into the Wangaratta Chronicle office at 37 Rowan Street by Monday, March 21, 2022. The two entrants who guess the most correct answers over both editions will win a kid’s meal voucher each from @Charlies in Wangaratta.

ENTRY FORM:

Full Name: ........................................................................

1. FRAN WATERMAN = A / B / C / D / E

Postal Address: ................................................................

2. CASSIE LYNCH = A / B / C / D / E

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3. NICK JONES = A / B / C / D / E

Phone Number: ...............................................................

4. KRISTY KEENAN = A / B / C / D / E 5. ASH GRAHAM = A / B / C / D / E

Email: ............................................................................... All details need to be filled in to be eligible for prize. Prize not redeemable for cash or able to be re-sold. Photocopies not accepted. Winners will be announced on the school’s page on Wednesday March 23.

Pancake Day

Swim event

Wangaratta Primary School STUDENTS in year 1/2 celebrated Pancake Day in style - and what better way to recognise the day than making pancakes? They enjoyed the experience of making pancakes from scratch and were involved in the cooking process. Students then used the opportunity to do some procedural writing demonstrating their understanding of the steps involved.

TRUE BLUE: Students Kiana Lane, Sage Milne and Luke Jones showed their team spirit during the swimming carnivals.

Cathedral College Wangaratta

DELICIOUS: Students Everett Cox and Everly Brown also enjoyed eating the pancakes they had made.

THE school held three consecutive days of swimming carnivals in February. They were a wonderful demonstration of house spirit, friendship and collegiality.

What was Australian inventor Lawrence Hargrave’s most famous invention? Was it: a) the box kite, b) the stop sign, or c) the zipper?

How many dwarf planets have we sent spacecraft to?

What colours are the flowers on Sturt’s desert pea?

In seawater, what are the two most common elements?

Is athlete’s foot a bacteria, a virus or a fungus?

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QUIZ ANSWERS: 1. a). Lawrence Hargrave invented the box kite. 2. Spacecraft have visited two dwarf planets - New Horizons visited Pluto, and Dawn is currently orbiting Ceres. 3. The flowers on Sturt’s desert pea are red, with black centres. 4. The most common elements in seawater are hydrogen and oxygen - the two elements that make up water. 5. Athlete’s foot is a fungus.

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Science forum opens clues to healthy future

GREATER recognition needs to be given to the vital role of natural wetlands in reducing the risk and severity of major floods, according to speakers at a major science forum this week. Increased public and private funding, and closer cooperation between scientists, landowners, local communities and regulators would all be essential to protect individuals and communities in coming years, experts at the Winton Wetlands Science Forum 2022 heard. Speaking outside the forum, event organiser and wetlands ecologist Lance Lloyd said there was a consensus among most at the forum that resources for wetlands protection and restoration needed to be stepped up. “We’ve all been impressed at the forum to get updates about a range of fantastic projects that are under way to preserve and restore wetlands in different locations, supported by different organisations and funding sources - but we also know so much more can be done given the right resourcing and cooperation levels,” Mr Lloyd said. “The fact that so many people working in the field are willing to come together this week and share their knowledge and the lessons being learned is a very heartening step along the way.” Mr Lloyd said more people were becoming aware that wetlands brought benefits that went beyond the pure environmental benefits - important as these were. They also helped protect lives, livelihoods and potentially whole communities by acting as giant natural ‘sponges’ along watercourses which would otherwise concentrate their water flows in much narrower ways, which may

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WINTON WETLANDS: A forum heard that wetlands can play a role in reducing the risk and severity of major floods. cause major flooding. This was on top of their role in preserving native plant and animal species, insects and other forms of life which all had a role to play in maintaining an environment safe and healthy for humans to live in. Excessive drainage and degradation of wetlands for urban development, combined with climate change and other factors, together posed very real dangers to “human habitat” in the years ahead. “I think there was strong rec-

ognition at the forum of the importance of building effective partnerships of all kinds, particularly at the local level between landholders and other parties who have best knowledge of the landscape and a shared commitment to keeping it in good health,” Mr Lloyd said. “There must be genuine respect to work together on all sides.” Key themes and topics which emerged at the two-day wetland science forum included:  the value of developing strong “communities of prac-

tice” among scientists and practitioners working on restoration projects;  the importance of taking science-based and evidencebased approaches at all times;  the need for cooperation across groups to achieve ‘landscape-wide’ action that can extend beyond isolated individual projects; and  the potential to get more done, in less time, through streamlining of some government approval, monitoring and funding processes.

Charles Sturt Explore Day We are holding Explore Days at our campuses throughout March – a great opportunity for students to participate in hands on workshops, see the campus and accommodation, and meet their future lecturers. Tuesday 22 March – Wagga Tuesday 29 March – Albury Wodonga Students can book their spot here: https://study.csu.edu.au/life/events/explore-day

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Queensland arts specialist to visit Benalla QUEENSLAND Art Gallery assistant director Tarragh Cunningham (pictured)will be the final speaker in the Benalla Art Gallery’s series of talks on the “Power of Cultural Infrastructure”. The series which began in December is being presented in partnership with RACV and MPavilion, and explores real world social, cultural, and economic outcomes stemming from investment in leading cultural organisations. For the final instalment, Tarragh Cunningham will draw on 25 years’ experience in the gallery sector, exploring the growth of the Asia Pacific Triennial (APT) of Contemporary Art the Queensland state gallery’s flagship exhibition series. Since 1993, the APT has drawn almost four million visitors to ten exhibitions with a compelling and surprising selection of the region’s most innovative contemporary art. Through the lens of the APT, Tarragh will discuss the opportunities it created for the Queensland Art Gallery’s Collection and infrastructure and how the series became a catalyst for the institution’s second site, the Gallery of Modern Art, announced in 2000 and opened in 2006. Tarragh will also look at how the gallery’s exhibition program has built meaningful visitor experiences and boosted cultural tourism, while touching on cultural tourism trends in the sector, pre- and post-COVID. Benalla Art Gallery director Eric Nash said it was a coup for the local gallery and the town. “To be able to attract speakers of the calibre we have through this series, and particularly for Tarragh to be flying across the country to share her knowledge with our community, is really pleasing,” he said. “I trust those who attend will be inspired by her insights. “The presentation will likely stoke some great conversation around what gallery experiences can be created or further developed in our own backyard, and what other doors may then open for us.” The talk will be held on Saturday, March 12 at 10.30am and is free to attend with RSVP required to gallery@benalla.vic.gov.au.

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Comedy festival coming to town THE Melbourne International Comedy Festival Outta Town tour will visit the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday. It is a taste of what’s to come at the nation’s biggest comedy festival which will be held in April. Among the comedians set to perform in Wangaratta are Lloyd Langford, Danielle Walker and Luka Muller, with tickets available now at www.wpacc.com.au.

Television favourite comes to local stage POPULAR Australian actors Julie McGregor and Christopher Truswell will star as Maggie and Arthur in the stage version of hit television series Mother & Son, which comes to the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre next week. The play tells the story of Arthur who is at his wit’s end and desperate for some time away with his new girlfriend, but who will look after Maggie? The heart-warming and funny show written by Geoffrey Atherden will be performed on Wednesday, March 16 at 7.30pm with tickets available now at www. wpacc.com.au.

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(March 21 to April 19) This is a good time to reassess important relationships, both personal and professional, to see where problems might exist and how they can be overcome. Keep communication lines open.

TAURUS

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CANCER

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LEO (July 23 to August 22) That unexpected

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workplace problem needs your attention now, before it deteriorates to a point beyond repair. A trusted third party could be helpful in closing the gaps that have opened.

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EXQUISITE SOUNDS: Hear award-winning singer songwriter Emily Barker and instrumentalist Lukas Drinkwater play live at The Vine next week as part of their tour of the eastern states.

Barker shares poetic vocals at The Vine

THIS week Emily Barker is a few gigs into a three week tour of the eastern states, having begun in Queensland and navigated her way around flood affected zones to arrive in Sydney. The award-winning singer songwriter, probably best known as the writer and performer of the theme to the BBC’s hugely successful crime drama Wallander, is on the road with her husband and musical collaborator, instrumentalist Lukas Drinkwater. While a show in Yamba couldn’t go ahead because of flooding, remaining dates have held firm in the wake of the storms. “Most of the shows have managed to go ahead, which we’re feeling pretty lucky about,” she said. “It’s a strange time to be touring but it’s the first tour since the pandemic began too so it’s good to be out and doing it.

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Catherine Britt to visit The Vine

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Multi award-winning and topselling country artist, Catherine Britt, is bringing music to the bush and the outback with a special show which arrives at The Vine Hotel in North Wangaratta on Sunday. The Golden Guitar-winning country singer and songwriter - who was famously “discovered” by Elton John as a teenager and moved to Nashville at age 17 - is visiting a number of rural locations across the country during her Bush Pub Tour. Catherine Britt will play from 2pm with tickets available now at www. thevinehotel.net.au.

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“For us, it’s certainly bringing us a lot of joy and for the people who are getting to the gigs it’s a nice moment away from the anxiety.” They are touring on the back of the release of Emily’s 2020 album A Dark Murmuration of Words, with COVID having constrained earlier plans. She describes the album as talking a lot about climate crisis and our personal emotional response to it, including grief, guilt and despair - but hope as well. “Woven into it is thinking about people in general and our connection to each other - to the earth, to non-human species and our interdependency,” she said.

“That’s why I use the image of a murmuration - because starlings when they do these beautiful patterns in the sky are apparently focussed on the seven starlings most near to them - and by focussing on them and keeping a specific distance apart, they are able to avoid chaos and bumping into each other and falling down. “There was something in the metaphor I really liked - focussing on what’s in our backyard and our immediate community and how that radiates outwards and becomes a beautiful thing.” Since the release of the 2020 album, Emily, known for her clear, expressive and poetic vocals and warm acoustic sound, has also released Room 822, an album of favourite Australian songs recorded entirely while the couple were spending two weeks in quarantine at Perth’s Westin Hotel last year.

Wangaratta Off-grid Living Farmers’ Festival 2022 market ENJOY a big weekend full of THE next Wangaratta Farmer’s market will be held this Saturday in the grounds of the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Docker Street from 8am until 12pm. Stock up on locally grown and made produce including meat, fish, fruit and vegetables, eggs, berries, cakes, bread and more in preparation for the long weekend.

sustainable and off-grid living ideas at the Off-grid Living Festival which will be held in Eldorado on April 9 and 10. It will be an opportunity for those attending to meet people with vast experience in a wide variety of off-grid living areas, with over 200 exhibitors taking part in a full weekend program of talks, workshops, demonstrations, food, entertainment and kids fun. To find out more or to purchase tickets, visit www. offgridlivingfestival.com.au.

It includes covers of Paul Kelly (Sleep, Australia, Sleep), Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds (Push The Sky Away), Deborah Conway (Will You Miss Me When You’re Sober), You Am I (Mr Milk), Kasey Chambers (The Captain), The Church (Under The Milky Way) and many more. Emily will be playing songs from both those albums and from earlier releases during her visit to the historic Vine Hotel on March 18, and she’s looking forward to playing in the atmospheric space. “I’m from a little country town in WA called Bridgetown and we have some beautiful old pubs there too,” she said. “It sounds like this will be more of a listening space, so that will be cool.” See Emily Barker and Lukas Drinkwater at The Vine on Friday, March 18 with tickets available at www.thevinehotel.net. au.

Wool Day coming in April WANGARATTA Handweavers and Spinners group and North East Yarns will present its annual Wool Day event at the Milawa Hall on Saturday, April 30. Various fibre traders will be selling fibre, yarns and other items related to spinning and weaving, with demonstrations of carding, spinning, weaving and felting, plus complete items available to purchase. Refreshments will be available throughout the event which runs from 10am until 4pm at the Milawa Hall in Milawa.

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KING VALLEY NEWS

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

Moyhu CWA meeting tonight THE Moyhu CWA will hold its next meeting tonight at the Masonic Lodge Hall at 7.30pm. This month the group will be enjoying a Malaysian inspired meal and celebrating International Women’s Day. All are welcome with more information on its Facebook page or email moyhucwa@outlook.com.

King Valley Arts in Moyhu this Friday

READY TO LAUNCH: Sustainable King Valley’s Dave Gilson, Anita Torrance, Jess Young and Kate Gilson have been busy setting up the new hub which is opening at the Cheshunt Hall. PHOTO: Anita McPherson

Food hub to launch at valley’s harvest event

By ANITA McPHERSON

AN event which celebrates the abundance of produce harvested in autumn and the opportunity we have to share what we grow and know with others, will be held at the Cheshunt Hall on Saturday, March 19. Sustainable King Valley Inc will hold its Autumn Harvest event at the hall while also launching the King Valley Food Hub - a space for the community to connect, learn, share skills and knowledge about growing and sourcing quality local food. The hub will be an ongoing outlet where people can purchase local and bulk food; something the group has been doing as part of a co-operative order system for the past two years. Sustainable King Valley’s Jess Young says it was always intended to be run more like an outlet, but the arrival of COVID meant they NORTH East Prostate Cancer Support Group will hold its next meeting today from 7.30pm to 8.30pm at the North Eastern Hotel in Spearing Street. Members are also welcome to join the group earlier, at 6.45pm, for dinner prior to the meeting. Partners most welcome. For more information, contact Dave Edwards on 0401 909 410 or Sally on 5722 5355.

needed to temporarily adopt a different model. She said the Cheshunt Hall generously made a space available and the project has been further boosted by a Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning grant of $6000 through its Climate Change Adaption Strategy grants program. “We are really excited that people will be able to come and fill up their own containers with the excess produce that others have brought along, and at the same time catch up and talk with one another,” she said. “It’s great to have a place where people can come, share and be reenergised.” While a Moyhu group is running a similar food hub at the Moyhu Lions Park on the second Saturday of the month, the King Valley Food Hub will run on the first and the third to complement it. It will be run by volunteers and

open to the public from 10.30am to 12.30pm, with the opportunity to expand if the demand and interest is there. “We’re starting small but hoping it will grow,” said Jess. “It will also be a place where people can share their skills and ideas, and be a venue for workshops on topics such as preserving, bee keeping, cheese making and more.” This year’s Autumn Harvest festival follows on from a successful event last year, which drew dozens of people from all walks of life. “We were so impressed with how many people came from far and wide with such an amazing array of produce and everyone went away with their baskets full,” said Jess. “There were stalls sharing seeds and preserving, propagating, fruit fly management and composting tips - and we hope this year will be even better.”

and on Monday from 12 noon. Euchre will be held on Friday at 1.30pm, with cards (500) and hoy on Tuesday, also from 1.30pm, at the clubrooms in Tara Court, off Ford Street. ELDORADO Carpet Bowls is held every Thursday from 12.45pm at the Eldorado Community Hall. All the group’s events are held at the Eldorado Community Hall.

WANGARATTA Sing Australia Group meets each Wednesday from 7.30pm to 9pm at Purbrick Hall, next to Holy Trinity Cathedral. Everyone welcome. For further information, call Cheryl Hoysted on 0419 005 062.

CWA Boorhaman branch will conduct a fundraising stall at the Wangaratta City Kiosk, corner of Murphy and Reid Streets, on Saturday from 9am to 12 noon. The stall will feature preserves, fresh produce, cakes, scones, slices, (including gluten-free baking), craft, plants and CWA merchandise.

WANGARATTA Senior Citizens Club will host bingo at its clubrooms in Tara Court, off Ford Street, today from 1.30pm. Carpet bowls will run tomorrow

GROW, a peer support group for mental wellbeing, meets at Benalla’s Waminda Community House, 19 Ballintine Street, on

The Autumn Harvest will be held on Saturday, March 19 from 2pm until 4pm, with those attending encouraged to bring along their excess produce and seeds or seedlings to share. Those with nothing available to share are also welcome and they can take home a box of fruit and veg for $5. You will also be able to hear from specialists in fruit fly management, climate adaptation, recycling and renewable energy Connect Those interested in learning about how renewable energy could support your home or business can arrive at 12.30pm for a presentation and lunch from Project Edge, with more details on the Sustainable King Valley Facebook page. The Autumn Harvest event is supported by the state government’s Climate Ready Hume project and the Rural City of Wangaratta.

SOCIAL CALENDAR Mondays from 10.30am. All welcome, no cost, phone 0448 052 769 for more information. WANGARATTA Concert Band rehearses on Mondays from 6.45pm to 9pm at the Avian Park Raceway Band Room in Newman Street. New players welcome, contact Helen on 0401 021 448. KEENAGERS Table Tennis has resumed play on Mondays and Thursdays from 7.30am to 10am at the table tennis centre at the Wangaratta Showgrounds. All players must show proof of double vaccination to be able to enter and play. For more information, contact Michael Chambeyron on 0490 447 452.

KING Valley Arts Presents will present the first in this year’s series of live performances at the Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall this Friday night. The play Waves by Alice Mary Cooper, follows the story of Alice, a hospice care worker who meets Elizabeth Moncello, the unofficial inventor of the butterfly swimming stroke, in a tale of historical fiction. The show starts at 7pm with tickets $25 each which includes a Moyhu CWA supper after the performance (doors and bar open at 6.15pm) available at www. trybooking.com.

Moyhu community meal next week THE next Moyhu community meal will be held at the Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall on Wednesday, March 16 from 12pm. RSVP is essential, one week before meal date to Neil Jarrott on 5727 9464 or email neil.jarrott@bigpond.com.

Prosecco Road bike trail meeting THE Rural City of Wangaratta will hold a meeting to discuss the project to develop a shared cycle pathway from Edi to Cheshunt, at the Whitfield Recreation Reserve on Wednesday, March 16. Two sessions will be held starting at 4pm and 5.15pm and registration is encouraged by contacting infradmin@ wangaratta.vic.gov.au or phone 57220888.

Live music in Moyhu hall GOLDEN Guitar winner and Hands of Fame recipient Graham Rodger will perform country music at the Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall on Sunday, March 20 at 2pm. Presented by the Moyhu Bowls Club, entry is $20 (including afternoon tea) with tickets available at the door.

THE Wangaratta Veterans Art Group meets every Tuesday at the Yarrunga Scout Hall from 10am to 2pm. New members welcome, enquiries to Michael on 0432 991 055. LIFEBALL is played every Tuesday from 1pm on the basketball court at the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre. Lifeball is a non-contact game of netball, designed by a doctor and physio for the safety of mature players, with no running, walking backwards or throwing high balls, but enjoying fun and friendship. For more information, phone 0418 574 404. WANGARATTA AL-Anon Family Group meets on Tuesdays from 1.30pm to 3pm at the backstage meeting room at St Patrick’s Hall in Ford Street. All welcome. If your life has been affected by someone else’s drinking,

this group may be for you. Contact David on 0403 552 950. WANGARATTA Symphony Orchestra rehearses each Tuesday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Wangaratta Baptist Church, 1 Sisely Avenue. New string and wind players are welcome to come along to rehearsals to try out. For more information, email wangsymphonyorchestra@gmail. com or call Chloe on 0413 775 027. WANGARATTA Toastmasters conducts its meetings on the second and fourth Monday of each month from 6.45pm in the community room at the Wangaratta Library in Docker Street. For more information, contact Leah Walker at leahwalka@gmail.com TO include your group’s activities in this listing, email the details to skerwin@nemedia.com.au

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DEATH NOTICES

BRAUMAN, Raymond John (Ray).

Passed away peacefully at Northeast Health Wangaratta on Friday, March 4, 2022. Aged 75 years. Much loved husband of June. Loving Dad of Sharon and Scott, Diane and Johnny, Donna and Simon, Lisa and Gordon, Dwayne and Vicki. Adored Pop of 15 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren.

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NUNN, Ross Malcolm. 23/3/1964 - 28/2/2022 Passed away suddenly and peacefully at home at age 57. Loving partner of Melanie. Father of Mathew. Loved son of Marty and Wally. Dearly loved brother of Richard and brother-in-law of Tania, and uncle of Molly and Eliza.

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VALE DEAN WOODS TRIBUTES have continued to flow for one of Wangaratta’s favourite sons, Dean Woods, who passed away in a Queensland hospital on Thursday afternoon, surrounded by family and friends after a battle with cancer. A post on his Facebook page that afternoon broke the news to the world and paid tribute to Dean, who was just 55. “Today our boy rode his final lap. He’ll be missed by everybody whose lives he touched,” the post on Thursday afternoon read. “Admired, loved and respected by all. A truly iconic legend.” Dean leaves behind wife Megan and daughters Paris, Kennedy and Devon. Dean rose to worldwide fame when as the youngest member of the Australian team pursuit squad, they upset the favoured United States quartet to win the gold medal at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. Their win over the Americans brought the regime of national coach Charlie Walsh to widespread attention and marked the start of a sustained era of international success for the Australian track program. Mr Walsh said in a Sport Australia Hall Of Fame statement that he was thankful to

WOODS, Dean Anthony. 22/6/1966-3/3/2022 Dean, my son-in-law, my mate. With great strength, you made a long sustained sprint to the ﬁnish line. We are so proud of you! ~Love from Ian and Kodi.

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FOND MEMORIES: Dean Woods is pictured being welcomed back to Wangaratta by 7000 people in a home town parade on the morning of September 15, 1984. Around Dean‘s neck proudly hangs the gold medal he won with the Aussie pursuit team at the 1984 Atlanta Olympics.

A DEVELOPMENT plan proposing more than 200 new residential lots off Worland Street has been lodged with the Rural City of Wangaratta. And the public has until this Friday to lodge any submissions on the Wangaratta North West Growth Area Precinct 2 Development Plan Proposal for 28-62 Worland Road, Wangaratta. Precinct 2 comprises four parcels of land held in four different ownerships. The total area is approximately 20 hectares with frontage to Worland Road and Cruse Street. Under the plan there is: Ƕ +-*1$.$*) *! ++-*3$ǰ mately 235 new residential lots with an average lot size between 600-700m2 and a range of lots sizes between 500m2 - 2000m2; Ƕ - /$*) *! ) 2 '* ' access road network with two new intersections to Worland Road and two new intersections to Cruse Street; Ƕ - /$*) *! /2* ) 2 passive open spaces that will also serve to protect remnant native vegetation; and Ƕ +-*1$.$*) *! ./*-( 2 / - drainage infrastructure including a bio-retention basin located adjacent Worland Road and connection through to the existing storm water network along Currawong Drive to the east. ■ Continued page 2

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MEMBERS of the Northeast Radio Control Car Club gathered at Mitchell Avenue last Saturday to test their vehicles in competition. New members are always welcome. For more information contact president Matthew Johnson-Begg on 0467 974 305. f INTO HIS CARS: Gordon Flighty

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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 age of 40+ scores at 3.6pc BY STEVE in VCE, but there are many compared to Cathedral’s KELLY other factors that contribute 3.3pc. their desired outcome such skelly@ nemedia.com.au But while Wangaratta as getting into a university High School had a lesser mecourse of their choice. Wangaratta’s three sec- dian study score at 26, it was Despite students dealing ondary schools stack up well better than Galen and Cathewith adversity from the pan- when compared to others dral with a 40+ percentage of demic in 2020 and the touted across the region and even 3.9. country-city education divide, several metropolitan counAcross the region Goulthey performed reasonably terparts across the state. burn Valley Grammar School well judging by the VCE study Galen Catholic College in Shepparton scores released by the Victo- and had a median Cathedral College both 35 with 21.6pc achieving rian Curriculum and Assess- achieved a median study 40+, placing ment Authority (VCCA). it 30th best in score of 29 with Galen get- Victoria.

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Beechworth Secondary College had a median study score of 29, but it was its 40+ score that was a standout with 13.7pc reaching the A grade figure. Benalla P-12 College had a median study score of 26, with zero over 40+, while FCJ College Benalla had a strong median of 30 with 6pc of scores 40+. Euroa Secondary College’s dux achieved one of the highest scores in the region with a 98.55 ATAR.

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Mansfield Secondary College had a median of 29 with 1.3pc of scores 40+. Myrtleford P-12 College had a median of 28 with 3.9pc of scores 40+, while Marian College had a median of 28 with zero scores 40+. Mount Beauty Secondary College had a median of 28, with 2.7pc of scores 40+. Wodonga Senior Secondary College had a median score of 23, with 1.1pc of scores 40+, while Catholic

College Wodonga had a median of 29, with 3.2pc 40+. Yarrawonga College P-12 was a median of 28 with 3.3pc of scores 40+. The top three schools in Victoria were Bialik College in Hawthorn that had a median of 38 with 39.9pc of scores 40+, Mount Scopus Memorial College was next with 38 and 39.7pc, with Ballarat Clarendon College third with 38 and 38.4pc. For the full results visit vcaa.vic.adu.au.

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c REVVED UP: Northeast Radio Control Club president Matthew Johnson-Begg works on his machine in the pits.

c HOT WHEELS: Teo Valle (9) from Peechelba raced for the first time in RC Touring Class.

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. Bring items in need of repair to the park tomorrow morning where volunteers will be on hand to help bring them back to life.

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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. A newly formed committee, involving local violinist Sally Ross, will be in attendance and the group welcomes other potential members to come along, particularly seeking violin and flute players, a percussionist and a conductor. For more information visit the Wangaratta Arts Council on Facebook or come along to the meeting in the park on Sunday.

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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

The Wangaratta Cycling Club is deeply saddened with the passing of Dean Woods OAM. Dean was a passionate club member, Olympic gold medalist and 20-time National Champion. His presence and guidance will be missed. We pass on our deepest condolences to Megan and his family. Ride in peace.

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BY SHANE DOUTHIE have had Woods as a friend. “There are people in life we admire, and Dean Woods was one of those,” he said of his fellow Hall of Fame member. “(He) was an exceptional cyclist and an even better person. “Whatever others were capable of doing, he had to do it, and if possible, better. “He always sought to treat others with respect and dignity.” Dean won another three Olympic medals after the LA gold including a silver and bronze at the 1988 Seoul Games and returned in 1996 to claim bronze in the team pursuit at the Atlanta Olympics. He was a three-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist who also set a world record and four national records, won three world championships and 20 national titles. But for those who knew him in Wangaratta his incredible sporting achievements were just one part of the amiable, respected businessman, family man, mentor and friend. ■ Continued page 22

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BRAUMAN The funeral service in celebration of the life of Ray Brauman will be held in the Mason Park Chapel, 95 Mason Street, Wangaratta on Friday, March 11, 2022 commencing at 10.30am. Private cremation will follow the service. Ray’s service can be viewed via livestream at www.masonpark.com.au/live-streaming ,Q OLHX RI ÀRZHUV D GRQDWLRQ PDGH LQ memory of Ray to Peter Mac would be appreciated. Donations can be made online at www.foundation.petermac.org

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AFL confirms COVID-19 top-up players plan

AFL clubs will be able to call on up to 20 extra players as the league plans to push on through the third-straight season affected by COVID-19. After two years of serious disruptions and games held without crowds, the AFL is determined to stage its most normal campaign since before the pandemic. In updated COVID-19 guidelines released on Tuesday, the AFL has announced contingency lists for clubs affected by coronavirus infections and isolation periods. Clubs can access their top-

up players from state leagues and academies but need to submit their lists by 5pm this Friday. “Over the last two seasons the AFL has put measures in place to best protect the competition, our clubs, players and umpires,” AFL football manager Brad Scott said. “While the ongoing pandemic will continue to challenge us, we remain committed to completing the season for supporters in a way that prioritises the health and safety of the wider community.

“In a national sport, played across many states and territories, we need to be able to adapt, and adapt quickly to the COVID-19 conditions at any one time at locations where home teams are based, or away teams are travelling to. “These guidelines help us achieve that while providing potential opportunities for talented players plying their craft in state league competitions to play football at the elite level. “Through these guidelines, we have worked to-

gether with state leagues to ensure minimal impact or disruption to their respective competitions.” Clubs will only be able to call up footballers from their contingency list if they less than 28-listed AFL players to choose from due to COVID-19 circumstances, injuries and general unavailability. Teams based outside Victoria will have access to players from standalone VFL clubs. The Brisbane Lions have formed alignments with Coburg and Port Melbourne, the Sydney Swans with Wer-

ribee and the Northern Bullants, while GWS will be able to pluck players from Frankston and Williamstown. Lions captain Dayne Zorko has expressed concerns about how forced isolation periods will affect the physical conditioning of players. He pointed to the Lions suffering three injuries, Keidean Coleman, James Madden and Deven Robertson, in their pre-season win against the Western Bulldogs on Friday night as an example. “I think we’re going to see a lot more of this happening

NEVER FORGOTTEN: Australia cricket great Shane Warne had shown interest in being England coach before his death.

over the year,” Zorko told SEN. “(Coleman) was in isolation because his brother had caught COVID the week before and wasn’t able to train, he obviously had to stay at home, (then he) comes out, has one training session and feels good. “Then, reaching the high intensity of the game, and the game was quite a high-paced game, and injury happens. “So I think we’ll see a lot more of that with COVID and people in isolation and people wanting to play as well.” - AAP

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Shane Warne had ambitions to coach England RICKY Ponting believes great mate Shane Warne would have been able to turn around England’s flagging fortunes if given a chance to coach the old enemy. The legendary legspinner had confided to friends, in the weeks prior to his death on Friday, about being seriously interested in leading England. “I’d like to do it, it’s a great time to be England coach... I think I’d do a pretty good job,” Warne told the Sky Sports cricket podcast last month.

Several people, including Warne’s long-time manager James Erskine, confirmed his coaching desire was genuine. Fellow Australia legend Ponting had not heard about Warne’s ambitions but thinks he knows why. “He didn’t (talk to me about that) because I would have tried talking him out of it pretty quickly,” the former Australia captain told the ICC website. “I think he had a pretty good idea of things to talk to me about

and not talk to me about. “But he would have made a great coach. “I know he’s done a bit of it in The Hundred (with the London Spirit) but having someone like Shane Warne to take over the England cricket team now he would have done a great job. “He’s a huge loss to the world game, whether he would have done some coaching or just the insights he gives through his commentary we’re all going to miss that.”

Naiqama stoked to answer Roosters’ call IT’S the dream NRL comeback that Kevin Naiqama never imagined possible. Now Naiqama looms as the Roosters’ wildcard winger to replace retired great Brett Morris, who was the same age when Trent Robinson lured the try-scoring freak to Bondi Junction in 2019. “To be honest, no I didn’t,” Naiqama said when asked if he thought he’d ever be back in the NRL. “I’m 33 now and with that age now and how fast the game is now and how it’s developing, I didn’t think there’d be an opportunity for

me to come back, especially with my age. “The club has shown faith in me and seen that there is still some potential there, so I’m very grateful. “It is a big blessing for myself and my family to come back and continue what I love doing and that’s playing football.” As Naiqama’s under-20s coach at Newcastle in 2008, Robinson has known the winger’s potential for much more than a decade. And with threeÂ Super League titles in three seasons at St Helens, including a man-of-the-match showing

Challenge Cup, it was obvious to Robinson that the Fijian Test captain and former Wests Tigers, Penrith and Knights star had lost none of his class while in the UK. “It feels good,” Naiqama said of his one-season career lifeline offer from the Roosters. “The big reason for me and my wife coming back was because of our newborn baby. We wanted to be closer to our family. “There’s a great opportunity with the Roosters that I got offered a role to come here. I’m really enjoying it.” - AAP

In an emotional interview with fellow broadcaster Isa Guha, Ponting declared it was imperative to carry on Warne’s legacy as one of the sharpest cricket minds the game he has ever known. “It’s up to us now that are still here, and have that great passion for the game, to carry on Shane’s legacy that he left,” Ponting said. “I’ve known him for a long time and I think I understood him pretty well, so it’s up to me to let the world know what he was all about and

hopefully I’ll be able to pass onto other people some of the things I’ve learnt from him.” Warne’s death continues to reverberate around the world, with tributes continuing to flow for the charismatic larrikin, who is arguably Australia’s second-greatest cricketer after Sir Donald Bradman. The MCG remains the most likely location for a state memorial service in coming weeks, with the cricket legend’s family to hold a private funeral first. - AAP

Golf’s new PGA Tour of Australasia event THE National Golf Club in Victoria will play host to a new tournament on the PGA Tour of Australasia next month after the scrapping of two events in New Zealand because of COVID-19. The PGA of Australia has added the National PGA Classic from April 5-8 to the 2021-22 season as an important new playing opportunity after the cancellation of both the New Zealand Open and New Zealand PGA Championship. The $200,000 in prize money on offer on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula

will count towards the official order of merit. The field will feature 108 players. “We are very fortunate and grateful that The National have been so enthusiastic about making their facility available to host an additional tournament on the ISPS Handa PGA Tour of Australasia schedule,” PGA of Australia Tournaments Director Australasia Nick Dastey said. “When border closures forced the cancellation of both of the events in New Zealand we were keen to find a way to add at least

one tournament to the schedule. “That such a prestigious club as The National has stepped forward and provided the use of one off the best golf courses in the country for our players will make for a fantastic event that will help to determine our order of merit winner.” Ten spots in the field will be reserved for the top 10 finishers at pre-qualifying on Monday at The National’s Long Island Course with a further 10 spots reserved for tournament invitees along with six amateurs. - AAP

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Finals await undefeated Wangaratta lawn bowlers A1: WANGARATTA completed an undefeated home and away season with a strong win at home over Yarrawonga on Saturday. A scheduled 10am start was delayed due to rain but when play commenced the home side wasted no time in gaining the ascendency. Adrian Pantling, Jodie Fruend, Leon Quartermain and Rhoanna Smith were close to perfect winning all but four of the 21 ends to win (365), while Ian Brimblecombe, Laurie McDonald, Paul King and Greg Braden broke free after an even start to win (27-17). Maurie Braden, Dylan Filuk, Graeme Smith and Craig Fruend came from behind to win (2216) and Ethan Fruend, Greg McDonald, Trevor Selwood and Phil Davern went down to Ian Woods’ rink (12-27). Final scores: Wangaratta 16 pts 97 shots def Yarrawonga 2 pts 65 shots. Wangaratta will play YMGCR next Saturday in the qualifying final at Rutherglen with a spot in the grand final for the winners. Final ladder: Wang 205, YMGCR 190, Wodonga 154, Benalla 128, Rutherglen 79, Yarrawonga 64, Kiewa 56, Corowa RSL 42. A3: Wangaratta were washed out on Saturday but returned to Beechworth on Sunday morning to play the final round of the home and away season. Gary Fenlon, Brian Challman, Gary King and Mick Mackow had a strong win (24-15), while Gary Chambers, Renee Hill, Bev Hogan and Bobby McCalman beat a strong Rick Robinson rink (19-18). Losses however to Brian Godfrey (17-25) and Terry Corrigan (13-31) saw Wangaratta go down by 16 overall and lose a second chance in next week’s finals. Final scores: Wangaratta 14pts 82 shots def Bright 4 pts 73 shots. Wangaratta will play Club Mulwala in an elimination final next Saturday at Wodonga. Final ladder: Moira 171, Milawa 145, Wang 142, Club Mulwala 132, Wodonga 129, Beechworth 120, Bright 53, Yarrawonga 44. B1: Wangaratta upset second placed Moyhu at Wangaratta on Saturday. Ken Essenhigh, Lance Jenkin, Mick Montgomery and Gayle King ensured the home side victory with a big win over Max Baker’s rink (26-12).

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BOWL HERE: Ethan Fruend assesses his teams options. Keith Izard fell to Stuart Brain (11-18), while Klaus Kazenwadel, Lyn Sier, Steve Bihun and Joy Izard finished just short of Ian Ritchie’s rink (17-20) but Wangaratta were able to hold on for a four shot win. Final scores: Wangaratta 10 pts 54 shots def Moyhu 4 pts 50 shots. Wangaratta will play St James in an elimination final next Saturday at Benalla. Final ladder: Mansfield 175, Moyhu 150, Wang 130, St James 93, Benalla 89, Myrtleford 66, Moira 45, Swanpool 36. B3: Wangaratta managed to finish in top spot after an away win at Club Mulwala on Saturday. Jack Dillon, Bruce Desmond, Graeme Bull and Chris Bell were the big winners for Wangaratta (3015), while Graeme Norman, Allan Wilson, Mick Lenane and Howard Beard managed a draw (18-all). Fred Herman, Ron McAuliffe, Malcolm Hargreaves and John

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LET IT GO: Dylan Filuk in action. Keen went down (19-23), but with ladder leaders Beechworth recording zero points for the bye, Wangaratta had done enough to finish at the head of the table. Final scores: Wangaratta 11 pts 67 shots def Club Mulwala 3 pts 56 shots.

Final ladder: Wang 128, Beechworth 122, Corowa Civic 99, Milawa 84, Club Mulwala 83, Myrtleford 53, Bright 26. Wangaratta will play Beechworth for a spot in the grand final next week at Myrtleford.

Young Stingrays shine at relay meet THE Ovens and Murray District Swimming Association held the annual long course relay meet hosted by the Wangaratta Amateur Swimming Club on Sunday, March 6. The Wangaratta Stingrays had 14 swimmers take part in the event, all competing against other swim clubs in the district. All competitors swam strongly with the under 10 girls team consisting of Stephanie Parsons, Lexie and Eliza Looby and Talya Wilson bringing home second and third place medals.

The O&M age champions were announced for the 2021-2022 long course season; the Wangaratta Stingrays had two winners take out the prestigious award. Tayah Martens was awarded the female 14yrs age champion and Eliza Looby awarded female 8yrs age champion. The Stingrays will have a well earned rest from competing before 11 of its swimmers who gained entrance times to attend the all-juniors finals in Melbourne will compete on the March 19 and 20.

SUCCESS: The Wangaratta Stingrays enjoyed Sunday’s relay meet.

UP to 20 games of football a weekend could be without umpires in 2022, and clubs will be left to fill the void, with umpiring numbers at a critical low. AFL North East Border umpire operations manager Michael Bocquet, says the situation will have significant impacts on all senior leagues in the region, including the Ovens and Murray. “Our biggest gap is in the field umpires, with boundary umpire numbers not far behind,” Bocquet said. “On a typical weekend, with all games playing, we supply 68 umpires to senior games. “At this stage, we are forecasting to have just 63 senior field umpires on the list. “On some weekends, after injuries and peoples work commitments, we could have up to 20 unavailable. “We won’t have enough to service the leagues for the whole season. “We need at least 20 more field umpires in the next three weeks. “The alternative is clubs having to find a volunteer to officiate in games of senior football. “If there’s anyone out there that has previously umpired, retired from football and thought about umpiring or currently playing and thought about umpiring, get in contact with us and talk about how you can be involved.” But while the senior field umpire ranks are taking a hit, Bocquet says the junior pathways are growing. “We are getting some good numbers in our junior development list with 15 field umpires ready to officiate junior grade football, and that is expected to grow,” he said. “Kids are wanting to get into umpiring and are eager to learn, it’s now up to us and the wider football community that we embrace and support them.” Anyone interested in getting into umpiring should visit umpireafl.info. Why get into umpiring? Get paid - Field Umpires earn between $100-$205 a game, with boundary and goals earning between $40$100. Get fit - With training two nights a week and a game on the weekend, umpiring is a great way to keep active. Gain life skills - Learn valuable skills such as conflict resolution, leadership and teamwork that you can bring with you into any career path.

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BUILDING: Dan Kelly played well in the Devils practice match against Shepparton South on Thursday. PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

Devils building confidence ahead of round one By WILLSON MACK WANGARATTA City had their final dress-rehearsal before kicking off their season against Albury United on Sunday in one of the most highly-anticipated first round clashes in years. The Devils travelled to Shepparton’s John McEwan Reserve on Thursday night where they met Shepparton South. A near full strength Wangaratta City side ran over the Regional Premier League club 4-3 showing plenty of positive signs. “The game went well,” Wangaratta City coach Daniel Vasilevski said. “Shepparton South are a really physical side and it’s a tough trip to Shepparton on a Thursday night but we won 4-3 which is good signs. “We scored a couple of good goals and the boys fought hard.” The Devils had as close to a full side as they’ve had throughout the pre-season but were still missing key players. Liam Nash, Stoycho Ivanov, Kai Lyster and Rahul Pahina were all absent from Wangaratta City’s lineup. “It’s the closest we’ve had to a full side but we were still missing some key players which is exciting because we’re only going to be stronger when we add those players in,” Vasilevski said. “’Burchy’ (Adam Burchell) and Dan Kelly worked well together up front and Vitaly Leschen also looked good. “Tommy (Lee McCarron) was good in goals and was organising the backs really well. “Cooper Patterson’s only 16 and he really stood out as well.” Vasilevski has been vocal about playing young talent this year and a number of rising stars have put their hands up for round one selection. “Cooper Patterson, Alex Pitt and Adam Greaves will all be a chance to play seniors,” he said. “It’s really exciting having younger players playing well, it gives us options and good depth.” Wangaratta City play Albury United at home on Sunday and after tying for league champions last year, there will definitely be some feeling in the clash. “We’re as ready as we can be,” Vasilevski said. “The boys are up for it and it would be nice to start with a win. “Albury United were up there with us last year so we’re definitely going to give it a crack.”

HAPPY COUPLE: Maree and Barry Sullivan took out the mixed doubles title.

DYNAMIC DUO: Sam (left) and Matt Allen reigned supreme in the men’s doubles.

Club championships was a family affair

THE finals of the club championships got underway on Sunday with Sam Allen taking out his very first singles crown, the senior club champion. The match was played on show court four with many people in attendance to watch Sam come up against John Brunner. John with his steady baseline rallies not missing their mark he broke early to take a 3/0 lead. Sam then started to find his groove and eventually broke John to get back to level and then at 5/5 he unleashed some of his trademark topspin forehands down the line. This seemed to rattle John a tad and subsequently Sam went on to win the first set 7/5. The second started off with John changing tactics slightly with him coming to net more. This tactic paid dividends with some shorter points being won and at 3/3 the game was anyone’s for the taking. Sam stepped up a gear and

started to hit the ball with more power and ended up breaking the serve of John to lead 4/3. A hold of serve to go to 5/3 and then another break of John’s serve gave Sam the match 7/5 6/3. The doubles saw a tight three set match with the father/son combination of Matt and Sam Allen finishing the day as doubles club champs by beating the combination of John Brunner and Phil Peck The first set saw Matt/Sam come out of the blocks sharply and broke the serve of Brunner seeing the Allen’s leading early at 2/0. Brunner and Peck regrouped quickly and broke twice to lead 4/2 and then take the first set 6/4. Brunner hitting his ground strokes to perfection with Peck playing a role of getting it back into play and waiting for mistakes to be made at the other end. The second set was very much the same with Peck serving for the match at 5/4 but the Allen’s had cause to turn it on and turn it on they did to break the serve

and eventually the set went to a tie break. This is where Matt stepped up and took control with some classic groundstrokes followed by a crisp volley of his own. Sam would not let his father do it by himself as he sent down some hard first serves to win the tie breaker 8/6. Brunner/ Peck regrouped for the third set with John playing the rallies as if his life depended on it, but at the other end there were the Allens equally striving to win the points. At 3/3 the gates were finally broken with Matt and Sam Allen, the father/son combination, embracing each other after winning their first club champs together with a 6/3 final set. Brunner/Peck tried as they might, but were outplayed by the better combination with all meeting at the net for the shake of hands. A match played in great spirits with both sides of the court not

giving an inch. The mixed doubles final which saw the mother/son combination of Mandy/Sam Allen come up against the married pairing of Barry and Maree Sullivan. Mandy and Maree hit their cross court forehands with accuracy like an arrow from a bow with both players not wanting to give up a point. Then there was Sam hitting his backhand topspin down the line to win many a point. Barry was as consistent as ever with his first serve hitting the mark countless times to set Maree up at the net for an easy volley. There were a number of breaks in serve throughout the match but eventually Barry and Maree got on top to win the contest 10/6. The last time that Barry and Maree had won the title was back in 2002, some 20 years ago. What an effort, well done to both sides of the net in finishing what was a very entertaining days’ tennis.

FOR CHARITY: The Wangaratta Stingrays had seven swimmers participate in the Starlight Super Swim Challenge for the month of February, clocking up a whopping 194.65kms. The team proudly raised a total of $1352 for the charity. Pictured (L-R back row) Lexie Looby, Hannah Sanders, Tayah Martens, (L-R front row) Darcy Sanders, Eliza Looby, Emily Martens, Kendra Hill.

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Wangaratta represented well at historic event WANGARATTA Cycling Club members Grace Jenkins and Max Holgate competed in two of Australia’s most prestigious cycling events in Melbourne over the weekend. These events were the Bell Helmet’s Carnival, one of the richest carnivals in Australia, followed by the historic 124th Austral Wheelrace Carnival on Sunday. Both events attracted attention from the best of riders across the country including the Tasmanian, South Australian, Victorian and Australia’s elite cycling teams. The Wangaratta team made the most of spending the weekend among the best of Australia’s track cyclists and got to know a number of the Olympic riders. Holgate is relatively new to track cycling following a strong performance in competitive road cycling over the past season. Holgate has certainly left an impression after a strong performance among Australia’s best riders in the under 17 males across the weekend.

IDOLS: Grace Jenkins with Olympic Australian Cyclists Alyssa Polites (left) and Mauve Plouffe (right). Holgate picked up first prize at the Bell Helmet’s M17B 10 lap scratch race on Saturday. In the Keirin Championship Heats, Holgate led the pack for most of the race, however, Alex Eaves took Holgate by surprise with a late sprint to the finish line, taking first place a bike length ahead of Holgate. Jenkins once again showed her grit and determination against the state’s top riders in their field. The first race was the U17W 10 lap scratch race, where she was a strong con-

tender for first place against Quinn Rothenbuehler. However, returning from several weeks of injury, Jenkins took out second place, narrowly missing first position. In the U17W Keirin Championship heats, Jenkins proved a strong contender, sticking with the pack until the final sprint lap, where Jenkins held onto fifth place. The final race of the day, the 15 lap points score, saw Jenkins take fourth place in the strong field. Sunday proved to be a

harder day for Grace, who had been evacuated from her accommodation early in the morning due to the fire alarms being activated. Jenkins was in good company as the entire Australian Olympic team were staying in the same accommodation, and waited on the footpath in their pyjamas after having a late finish at the Bell Helmet carnival the night before. In the historic Austral Wheelrace carnival, Grace took out sixth place in the U17W 15 lap scratch race, while Holgate took ninth

position in a large field of nearly 20 competitors. The progressive points race consisted of 10 laps, eight of which were sprint laps which saw riders gain points for being first over the line at each lap. Grace Jenkins held her position again coming sixth in the field, while Holgate finished fourteenth in their respective races. The Austral Wheelrace pushed the junior riders significantly, with only a 2030 minute break between races. At the 20 lap motor pace

race, rider fatigue became evident. While Jenkins again finished sixth in her race, various competitors behind Jenkins dropped off without completing the race. In the U17M race, riders lost concentration which showed on the track, after three close calls and narrowly avoiding accidents, the final lap saw a large number of bikes go down in the middle of the pack. Thankfully Holgate was able to narrowly miss collision and able to complete the race, taking fifth place and claiming his place in the final. The final race for the U17M of the day saw significant carnage on the track in the final lap. Holgate found himself just behind the frightening accident, his quick thinking and reflexes guided him through the field safely, finishing in seventh place. In the U17W 1500m Austral Wheelrace Final Jenkins finished the day strongly holding her place and finishing in eighth place in the field.

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ªxHRKILCy8720 3z FINALS TIME GREG Braden (pictured) and his Wangaratta A1 teammates will go into finals this weekend after an undefeated home and away season. Other Wangaratta grades will also feature in finals action.  Story: Page 17 PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

Basketball breakthrough The North East Bushrangers g under 18s boys y team will p playy in division one of The Victorian Championship p p THE North East Bushrangers under 18 boys have earned themselves a place in division one of The Victorian Championship (VC). After a successful grading phase the young guns were placed in the premier competition and will now play against the best associations and players in the state across a 20-odd week season plus finals (draw wasn’t available at time of print). “It’s a big congratulations

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to Brett Harvey and his team for getting the boys there,” North East Bushrangers president Adam Maher said. “The grading goes over two years and Brett’s put a lot of time into these boys over those years. “It’s the top competition in the state for juniors and then VJBL (Victorian

Junior Basketball League) is possibly the best junior competition in the country so it’s a big thing to get there. “It’s not only a big win for the u18 team but it’s also a big win for our program which we started up in 2018.” Maher believes the u18 boys will inspire younger groups to stay in the program. “It shows our 14s and u16s teams that they can get there,” he said.

“The younger players can see that doing things like these are achievable. “We don’t want to have VC sides once every few years we want to have sides in every year so we need our players to stay on.” With the majority of the Victorian players being selected out of division one, the Bushrangers’ boys will now gain more exposure to selectors. “State sides are picked off one day but selectors watch division one basketball

throughout the year so this will give our players more exposure,” Maher said. “Hopefully playing division one will help some of our kids make state sides. “I’m not saying we get overlooked but this definitely helps.” The NE Bushrangers president said it’s paramount the u18 boys stick around post this season. “It’s an absolute must that we keep these kids around,” Maher said.

“We’re not putting our Big V sides in to the competition anymore because we believed it was too much of a gap from u18s basketball. “We have a side in the u23 Youth League which we believe will help keep the u18 players in the system because it’s not as big of a jump. “We think it will keep the kids more engaged.” The Victorian Championship season starts tonight.

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