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A SPECIAL TREAT FOR MUMS AT AUSKICK

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MUM is the word at Wangaratta Auskick this Sunday.

Hundreds of children, watched on by parents and carers, will participate in the hugely popular footy program.

And participants will have the opportunity to purchase special cookies baked for Mother’s Day, with Auskickers Alfie Thayer and Maddison Watts getting a sneak peek.

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Aged care joy AGED care is “absolutely a winner” as a result of the 2023/24 Federal Budget handed down this week, according to St Catherine’s Wangaratta chief executive officer Adrian Johnstone.

“Unfortunately, there are going to be some sectors and industries which have not done so well, and it is not going to fix everything, but it is going to go a long way,” Mr Johnstone said.

Budget g to “reward staff with the p payy increase theyy deserve”

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A 15 per cent increase in award wages for aged care workers, which includes registered nurses, personal care workers, home care workers, and chefs and

cooks, was revealed by the Federal Government in a pre-budget announcement.

This wage increase - the largest ever for aged care workers - has been provided for in an $11.3 billion budget allocation.

“For St Catherine’s, it means being able to reward staff with the pay increase they deserve,” Mr Johnstone said.

“This 15 per cent increase rewards places like us which are already paying above the nurses’ award.

“It’s bringing the industry into equity.

“Our EBA (enterprise bargaining agreement), even with the 15 per cent, is still above award, but we’ve decided with the additional money to match the wages

of those in the acute (hospital) sector.

“We’re excited about that and think it will be great for our staff, and may encourage others in the acute nursing sector to come and work in aged care because there is not that big pay gap.

“The only problem is that you’re robbing Peter to come to Paul; there is a

shortage of nurses in both hospital and aged care, and wages are a great incentive, but the labour shortage is not going to be filled for some time.”

Mr Johnstone encouraged young people considering future careers to look seriously at nursing - a role which ensured ongoing employment.

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FEDERAL BUDGET

Mixed reception to budget: Haines Indi MP celebrates wins on home electrification and agriculture, but criticises lack on action on housing, development g, regional g p INDEPENDENT Indi I di MP Helen Haines welcomed some aspects of Labor’s first full Federal Budget including measures to make going to the doctor cheaper and lower electricity bills for those doing it tough, but said there isn’t enough action on housing or enough funding for the regions.

“The number one issue people talk to me about in Indi is housing,” Dr Haines said.

“There’s so much more this government could do to kickstart housing development in regional Australia to ensure we all have a safe,

aff ffordable d bl rooff over our heads.

“The budget includes measures to help people get into home ownership, which I support, but in many towns in Indi there are just no houses to buy.

“These measures won’t be effective without first addressing supply issues.”

The budget includes a $2 billion increase for the National Housing Finance and Investment Corporation to support more social and affordable housing and measures to incentivise buildto-rent projects, but didn’t implement Dr Haines’ plan

Regional Housing ffor a R i l H i IInfrastructure Fund.

“I welcome the funding increase for social and affordable housing...now the challenge for the government is to make sure this funding actually makes a difference on the ground, and fast,” Dr Haines said.

“I will be speaking to the Minister to see how projects in Indi can make the most out of this expanded funding pool.”

Dr Haines said the budget showed just how important it was for the Housing Australia Future Fund legislation to be passed so building could begin on more social

and housing, d aff ffordable d bl h i however, that was scuttled on Wednesday afternoon in the senate when the Coalition joined the Greens in delaying a vote on the bill until parliament resumes possibly in June.

She welcomed budget measures to ease cost of living pressures, such as:  a $40 per fortnight increase for JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, Austudy and other income support payments;  a higher rate of Jobseeker payments for people aged 55 and over, who will receive an increase of $92.10 per fortnight;

MORE REQUIRED: Indi MP Haines believes more could still be done to improve the cost of living.

 iincreasing the maximum rate of Commonwealth Rent Assistance by 15 per cent;  $3.5 billion to triple the Medicare bulk billing incentive for GPs, for eligible Australians, including pensioners and children under the age of 16; and  $3 billion in energy bill relief for eligible households and small business.

“Almost 30,000 people in Indi will benefit from the tripling of bulk-billing incentives and I welcome this commitment from the government,” Dr Haines said.

However, she said more

could still be done to improve the cost of living.

“The government has said the energy bill relief will be different from state to state and it’s not clear what this means for Victorians,” Dr Haines said.

“I will be seeking more information about what this means for Indi residents.

“The $40 a fortnight increase to JobSeeker is below the increase that the Australian Council of Social Service and other sector leaders called for and will still leave thousands of people in Indi living below the poverty line.”

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“It is definitely something to consider; it’s also an industry that can take you all over the world,” he said.

Mr Johnstone said the 15 per cent increase would not arrive in a lump sum for providers, but would be made available through the Australian National Aged Care Classification (AN-ACC), which provides subsidies to approved aged care providers based on the type of service and each resident’s care needs.

“The level of acuity of patients is a factor,” he said.

“What the sector has been given is historic, but it does come with responsibility and accountability.”

Mr Johnstone said St Catherine’s was already paying above award wages to workers in roles not included in the 15 per cent increase - such as maintenance and

administration - which may next be the focus of the Fair Work Commission.

Helen Haines (MHR, Indi) welcomed the 15 per cent increase in award wages, as well as the Federal Government’s announcement of $166.8 million to release 9500 more home care packages, and $112 million to introduce a new general practice in aged care incentive payment, to encourage GP attendance in aged care homes to reduce avoidable hospitalisations for residents.

“I have consistently advocated for more funding across all areas of our aged care system. I support these practical budget measures,” Dr Haines said.

“I look forward to consulting with my constituents when these measures are rolled out, and hope to see improvements for Indi’s elderly residents.”

GOOD NEWS: St Catherine’s Wangaratta chief executive officer Adrian Johnstone (centre) discusses the budget with Agnes Dwyer, Kim Meads, Sam Finlay and Virginia Paton.

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Support appeal to help the Salvos help others

Council acts on parking concerns

By SIMONE KERWIN

By CHLOE JAENICKE THE Salvation Army is urging the local community to get involved in this year’s Red Shield Appeal, with funds raised locally to support community services and programs in the area.

Pastor Peter Lewis from the Wangaratta Salvation Army said more volunteers are needed locally for the appeal, mainly to man collection points.

“Our congregation is getting smaller and the number of available volunteers have diminished,” he said.

“We need people who would be able to sit at fixed collection points and supervise people donating to the Salvation Army.”

While all Australians are feeling the pinch of the cost of living pressures, it’s more extreme for some.

VOLUNTEERS: Rhonda Lewis, Peter Lewis and James Crawford are urging others to become Salvation Army volunteers ahead of the Red Shield Appeal.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling The Salvos are seeing more and more people living below the breadline - skipping meals, going without prescribed medications, struggling to keep the lights on.

“The money collected from the Red Shield Appeal is directed back to support mechanisms within Wangaratta including emergency relief, emergency accommodation and other assistance,” Pastor Lewis said.

The appeal weekend is set for May 20 and 21, however, there are a number of volunteer opportunities available throughout May - any time you can give is appreciated.

People can get in touch with the Salvos by visiting salvationarmy.org.au.

Now in its 59th year, the annual Red Shield Appeal funds vital community programs, including financial assistance, homelessness,

family and domestic violence, and drug and alcohol services.

In Victoria, the Salvos are aiming to raise $950,000 during the Red Shield Appeal this year to support community members doing it tough.

To donate or volunteer to the appeal visit salvationarmy. org.au or call 13 SALVOS. You can also donate at any Salvation Army store in Rowan Street, Wangaratta.

CONCERNS around parking arrangements in Appin Street have been eased by changes effected by Rural City of Wangaratta council.

The concerns were raised earlier this year by Wangaratta District Specialist School parents and carers, with principal Alysha Jackson saying at the time that the school community hoped to see more disabled parking, or longer parking times, for parents delivering or collecting students from WDSS. As term two kicked off, Ms Jackson said the school was pleased council had listened and acted on these requests, with two additional disabled parking spaces added at the front of the school, and parking restrictions altered from five to 10 minutes.

She said the changes had made parking arrangements clearer and more conducive to specialist school families’ needs.

“It gives people more time during drop-off or pickup periods,” she said.

The changes also fit well with parking around the entrance of the new WDSS building in Appin Street, which has been in use from the first week of this term.

Council director community and infrastructure Marcus Goonan said formalisation of the drop-off zone, changes to timed parks, and the extra two disabled parking spaces were an adjustment on what previously existed in the street.

Parking restrictions in side streets, off Appin Street, remain in place.

“Given we haven’t made significant changes, we have done a letterbox drop to notify residents,” he said.

“It’s a good outcome.

“We need to keep working on these things right across our school areas, as planning requirements for parking don’t exist for schools.”

The review and changes occurred within the six week window Mr Goonan had predicted when speaking to the Wangaratta Chronicle in March.

Creative approaches to help address workforce shortages

By CHLOE JAENICKE LOCAL businesses are having to come up with creative ways to help combat workforce shortages that have been exacerbated since COVID. Alpine Truss managing director, George Prothero, said they have been experiencing massive shortages impacting their ability to serve their customers, despite advertising their positions.

“We’ve got an afternoon shift that is running at about 30 per cent capacity because

we just don’t have enough people to work on that shift,” he said.

“We’re investing heavily in equipment to reduce or to not be so reliant on people but at the end of the day, you still need people to turn up to work and that’s one of the biggest issues.”

Mr Prothero said people who apply from the city are often forced to go back due to the tight local housing market.

“People that come and work for us who applied from outside of the town just

couldn’t because they had nowhere to stay,” he said.

However, other companies have had to rely on employing people from outside the area and have found it effective.

Dysons bus lines has had to look for applicants from interstate as well as rely on other depots to keep up with its bus services.

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“We’ve had to cast our net statewide and interstate and we’ve even had applications from Tasmania.”

Wangaratta High School principal, Dave Armstrong, said they had to get creative about advertised careers to prospective employees by allowing trials through student teacher programs and other means.

“We’re not just advertising, we’re putting work inviting potential teachers and staff to our school,” he said.

“We’re advertising and

talking about what is good about living and working in Wangaratta.”

The Rural City of Wangaratta council has employed a similar tactic, with director of corporate and leisure, Sarah Brindley, saying they had to review how they promoted careers at council.

“We have been showing a more holistic face to the public by advertising that we are in one of the most beautiful locations in Victoria,” she said.

Both Wangaratta High School and Dysons, while

using traditional advertising, have also taken a word of mouth approach to gain new employees.

Mr Armstrong said staff sharing their stories, to help attract other staff, has worked well.

Mr Squires said referral programs, with cash incentives to employees to refer potential workers, has been productive.

Both Wangaratta High School and council said their issues with employment are beginning to ease in a number of areas.

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MATURE aged JobSeekers aged 55-59 will get an increase of $92.10 per fortnight, however, pensioners are still on the bench when it comes to incentives to work as a result of a restrained 2023/24 Federal Budget.

Wangaratta Senior Citizens Club secretary Ken Daly has generally welcomed budget relief along with a pathway for mature aged Australians to access work through the delivery of home care packages.

It will involve the aged care sector benefitting from a dedicated training scheme to encourage mature aged people to deliver new home care packages.

However, Mr Daly and National Seniors Australia (NSA) have been calling for greater financial incentive for older residents to rejoin the workforce, with relief from income means testing so pensions are not impacted.

Mr Daly questioned where the workers will come from to deliver the 9500 home care packages.

“It seems to me that is a good example to encourage active seniors back into the workforce,” he said.

“It would take minimal training for mature aged people, who would be able to relate to the needs of people needing home care, to enter the industry.

“However, it gets back to the fact that there simply isn’t the financial incentive to do so under the current pension penalties to enter back into the workforce.”

NSA chief advocate Ian Henschke said giving pensioners who are care workers an exemption from the income test would also go a long way to help retain desperately needed workers.

“Job vacancies are high, employers need workers and pensioners want to work without losing their pension and reporting to Centrelink,” Mr Henschke said.

“Government could do more by capitalising on the skills of older people.

“Older people are a critical part of the budget equation - not only in terms of what they need but how they can contribute.

COMMITTED: Ken Daly is continuing to advocate for older locals who want to return to work without their pensions being impacted.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling “It’s time to stop penalising pensioners who work.

“We hope this policy, backed by the ACTU, business and the wider community will now be recommended for implementation in the upcoming Employment White Paper.”

Mr Henschke welcomed the budget relief for renters who are more vulnerable to higher

costs, lower living standards and homelessness.

“This increase will go some way to help ease these pressures, particularly for older women who are most at risk,” he said.

The government is expanding eligibility for the existing higher rate of JobSeeker to recipients 55 and over who have received the payment for nine or more continuous months, which currently applies to those 60 and over.

Around 52,000 eligible recipients will receive an increase in their base rate of payment of $92.10 per fortnight.

Payments will also continue to be automatically indexed to reflect changes in consumer prices.

A $1.3 billion Household Energy Upgrades Fund will create low interest loans and fund upgrades to social housing to improve energy performance.

JobSeekers will benefit from an extra $40 per fortnight, and a 15 per cent rise to the maximum rate of rent assistance are other highlights.

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NO FUNDING: Senator Bridget McKenzie reported that no new infrastructure funding programs have been announced for the regions.

Regions face infrastructure delays: McKenzie A LACK of funding for infrastructure for the regions in the 2023/24 Federal Budget has left Senator Bridget McKenzie reeling off the back of Labor’s review of $10 billion in regional programs in last October’s budget.

Ms McKenzie reported that the government has put a 90day review on up to 800 infrastructure projects, leaving each project under a cloud of doubt, some of which will be cancelled.

She said the government will also force local communities to wait two years to access regional grant programs, with funding opportunities available in 2022 under the Coalition now delayed until well into 2024.

“Labor has pushed back critical funding needed for Indi while only targeting projects worth more than $1 million,” she said.

“It means smaller projects like sports ovals, playgrounds and libraries will be ineligible for funding in our regions.

“Ripping up or delaying investments in roads, rail, bridges, dams and community facilities, while increasing taxes on heavy vehicles and taking away regional grants programs, is not how we build a more prosperous, stronger and sustainable Australia.”

Ms McKenzie said health access in Indi has been neglected through the government’s failure to invest in bespoke initiatives to deal with shortages in medical professionals.

“Labor’s changes to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), allowing 60-day dispensing instead of 30, also risks unintended consequences, such as rural medicine supply shortages

and pharmacists in Indi being forced to shut down,” Senator McKenzie said.

“Indi struggles to find accessible GPs, but Labor is committing just $4.5 million over five years to train rural GPs through its Single Employer Model trials.

“Labor is throwing crumbs at increasing access to GPs for families in the North East.”

Senator McKenzie also took aim at Labor’s misgivings with childcare, and said its policies have failed to introduce one single new childcare place in Indi.

She said while affordability was impacting families, regional, rural and remote Australia also needed availability.

“There is no improvement for regional childcare,” she said.

“Labor have failed to create one new childcare place, leav-

ing Indi mums and dads no better off.”

Ms McKenzie said the budget will introduce a new food tax on Australian families, right in the middle of a cost-of-living crisis.

She said the new tax on farmers to pay for the biosecurity risk of international importers was senseless and would be passed onto consumers, pushing up the cost of groceries even more.

“The Labor Government is shamefully asking farmers to pay for the biosecurity costs of importers from other countries,” Senator McKenzie said.

“The Coalition proposed a cost recovery model that importers would pay commensurate to the proposed risk.

“This model was ready for implementation before the end of 2022.”

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Mother’s Day treats at Auskick AFTER a busy morning at Auskick on Sunday, local footy mums could be heading home with a special Mother’s Day treat to enjoy with a cuppa, in an initiative also set to support Northeast Health Wangaratta’s midwifery department.

Mother’s Day cookies will be available for a gold coin donation at Auskick this Sunday, as a way to celebrate the mums, step-mums, sisters, grandmothers, nannas and other special women supporting the youngsters who step onto the field each week at the Barr Reserve.

Further connecting the community, the money raised from the cookie sales will be donated by Wangaratta Auskick to the NHW midwifery department.

“The committee wanted to do something to recognise Mother’s Day,” Wangaratta Auskick president Ben Watts said.

“Knowing how much

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mums give back, it’s a great chance to recognise them.

“We reached out to Kristy Eames at Kdubs Cookie Co, who is producing 300 cookies for us to make available to be purchased - one for each Auskicker - as Mother’s Day gifts on Sunday.

“It will be just a gold coin donation for each child to purchase a cookie.”

Kristy said she would also make a donation to kick off the fundraiser.

The cookies will be available in a couple of different designs, and are set to brighten the days of the many women who coach, assist and encourage youngsters attending weekly Auskick sessions, including those supporting the new girls-only program.

GREAT SUPPORT: Northeast Health Wangaratta team leader midwifery group practice Karli Vincent, with Auskickers Alfie Thayer and Maddison Watts, is rapt the Wangaratta Auskick centre will be donating profits from its Mother’s Day fundraiser to the NHW midwifery department.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling “We have recruited two girls’ coaches, and are getting great support from the Wangaratta Rovers’ women’s team,” Ben said.

“Lots of mums are jumping in and doing things to help the program run smoothly.”

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“In our first week we had 325 kids come along, including 45 girls,” Ben said.

“Numbers were high last year at 304, so we have increased that again.

Karli Vincent, Northeast Health Wangaratta team leader midwifery group practice, said the depart-

ment was extremely grateful for the fundraising initiative.

“It’s really special that Auskick obviously has an affinity with the maternity ward, and wants to give back,” she said.

“There are lots of little Auskickers who were probably born here (at Northeast Health Wangaratta).

“I have two of my three

boys involved in the program - this is our first year down there - and it’s so nice to see those connections being made, among adults as much as the kids.”

Karli said money donated through the Auskick cookie fundraiser would go towards providing updated educational resources for students at the hospital.

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Sign of Golden Sun Moth

By STEVE KELLY A PROMINENT sign detailing all you need to know about the rare species Golden Sun Moth has been opened to mark the area where they can be found at Wangaratta’s Barr Reserve.

Indigenous artist Rebecca Atkinson designed the artwork on the sign and her work has been included in an information brochure on the species around identification, distribution and ecology.

Trust for Nature’s Will Ford discovered the moth in December 2020 while walking his dogs and he later identified it as a species that was critically endangered at the time and the next step would have been extinction.

“I noticed a moth I didn’t recognise so I took a couple of snaps on my phone and uploaded it to iNaturalist, which is a citizen science app that can be used to help identify plants and animals,” he said.

“There is a community who use the app and can make suggestions about what a species might be and it also uses artificial intelligence to make suggestions based on characteristics within the photo.”

When a species reaches the critically endangered stage they tend to attract more funding and more effort went

 Golden Sun Moth male.

 Golden Sun Moth female.  MOTH SIGN: Uncle Dozer Atkinson (left), Vanessa Thompson, Rebecca Atkinson and Trust for Nature’s Will Ford at the Golden Sun Moth site sign when the area was officially opened recently.

PHOTO: Marc Bongers into preserving the moth and the habitats they live in.

“It was a huge surprise in finding the moth initially as they are not really known to be in locations in the North East, except for a couple of locations in Carboor,” Mr Ford said.

The site at the rear of Wangaratta’s Barr Reserve near the Scout Hall and the Ovens River was surveyed during

the summer of 2021/22 and hundreds of moths were found in the area around Christmas time.

“It’s was a reasonable quality habitat as it was and that’s why the moths were still there, however, we have made it better with the installation of bollards to stop vehicles from driving in the area and we’ve broadcasted more native wallaby grass

seed, a grass which they rely on for a food source,” Mr Ford said.

“We’ve sprayed the exotic grasses and the woody weeds that were in the site as well.”

The moth is now on the vulnerable list thanks to the works.

Trust for Nature has partnered with Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability

on the works and Mr Ford said he’s hoping to attract some volunteers to assist with future surveying of the site.

The public is allowed to visit the site but they will not be able to view the moth until it hatches, anytime from late November to early January.

“The sign and the brochure gives landholders,

who might have the moths on their property, some information about them,” Mr Ford said.

“Uncle Dozer Atkinson has also provided information about caring for country and how the sun moth ties with that.”

Recreational access is available at the reserve with walking and Frisbee golf is still active in the area.

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Cautious budget focus on the needy WHILE federal budgets will never please all the people all the time, this week’s has been generally welcomed from most interest groups albeit with a plea for more.

Considering the economic situation this country finds itself in with massive debt and the repeated warnings from all of more financial headwinds coming, the Federal Government’s decision to use the vast majority of unexpected revenue windfalls over the last 12 months to reduce debt is prudent.

The highly publicised budget surplus of $4.2 billion to the end of this financial year seemed more about proving a political point than its actual economic benefit, but it is still welcome.

The current government, and most economists, have predicted years of deficits ahead, and that’s without any more unexpected national or global crises similar to the ones in the recent past that have torpedoed successive governments’ budget forecasts.

Yes, increases to areas of greatest needs don’t seem big enough but in the present economic position, it could be more dangerous to have spent more considering potential impact on current inflationary pressures.

If you get past the party political noise from all sides, the most obvious aim of any government, and all those elected to serve in it, should be to look at constructive, longer term budget reform.

As a country we have been living beyond our means for more than a decade, and with growing calls for investment in health, housing, defence, social welfare, NDIS, infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture and more, something serious and bipartisan needs to be done.

Sadly, the current political atmosphere doesn’t augur well for that to happen any time soon.

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Facebook users also commented on the art work of former Moyhu resident and current Beechworth artist, Therese Stanley, who was a finalist

in the prestigious Sir John Sulman Prize last week.

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Kim Winnell: This is such a lovely piece of artwork Janine McLaurin: Good luck Therese.

Kathleen Woodward: Love her work. Well done and congratulations.

Kirstyn Ellis: That’s awesome! Congratulations!

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Do you think the Federal Government could have afforded more than a $40 increase a fortnight to JobSeeker?

IT’S to be hoped that council do not give approval for the erection of an illuminated sign at the corner of Reid and Ovens streets as a lot of motorists have trouble negotiating the roundabout now without the distraction of a sign high above their heads.

If it goes ahead, watch for the number of accidents as a result.

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Please give to Red Shield Appeal WHAT would you say if I told you that Australian kids are going without meals because their mothers can’t afford the weekly grocery shop?

Or missing school because there’s not enough money to put fuel in the car after paying rent?

Indeed, some mums are skipping meals almost daily, just so they can feed their kids and keep a safe roof over their heads.

In such a ‘lucky’ country like Australia, this is difficult to believe but sadly, it is the reality for more and more people.

There are countless heartbreaking stories from around the country.

Loving mothers who are going without basic essentials like food, fuel, and electricity - let alone extras like “new shoes”, “school clothes”, “better toothpaste”, or “birthday presents”.

I quote these items as they are taken directly from stories from our clients.

One 28 year old mother we are supporting said that when there is nothing to eat, she sells something of her own to get by that week.

“I get paid fortnightly so I shop when I get paid and always run out no matter how much I buy,” she said.

“All our mental health has declined.”

As I read through stories from people we have supported, one word catches my attention - a 34 year old mum says she feels like a “failure”.

Imagine skipping meals, giving everything you can to your children, yet thinking yourself a failure.

She isn’t a failure at all.

She’s a person doing the best they can with what they have, who needs a leg up to get through these tough times.

Someone who shouldn’t struggle alone.

So, considering this, I would say that we, the wider Australian community, need to take action.

Let’s not fail that hardworking mother.

I would ask anyone who is able to please

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I know times are tough and money is tight, but sparing $10, or even $20 or $50, makes a pivotal difference.

That gift could be the reason a child doesn’t miss a meal - or a mother doesn’t starve so her kids can eat.

It could be the reason that nobody struggles alone - because, I think you’ll agree, nobody should.

To donate to The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal, or if you need support from The Salvos, visit salvationarmy.org.au or call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58).

You can also donate at any Salvos Store.

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SHARED VISION: Local wildlife artist and tutor Kate Jenvey (pictured) has invited her students to showcase a selection of their own artworks in the latest exhibition being held at the Art Gallery on Ovens. MsJenvey said it was rewarding for her to give them this opportunity and to celebrate all they had achieved. Including drawings and other mediums, many capturing animals or inspired by nature, they are on display until May 22.

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FACEBOOK users this week commented on a planning permit application currently with council for an electronic promotion sign to be installed above Paulie’s Corner Café.

Mark Sanders: Love the idea.

Creates some excitement in the area Kristian Olenczuk: Why don’t you put the money into fixing the roads Marc Bongers: Kristian Olenczuk It isnt the council wanting to do this its a private developer so they wont be paying for any roads

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GANEAA committee ready for opening event tonight

By ANITA McPHERSON THE community is invited to join members and friends of the Goulburn and North East Arts Alliance at the Wangaratta Art Gallery tonight for the opening of this year’s Across the Arts Festival.

The biennial event which features a broad range of arts inspired workshops and activities will run from today through until Sunday at GOTAFE Wangaratta and celebrates the theme of “Home”.

The group says the theme reflects the difficult times the region has endured over the last couple of years from extreme weather events to COVID lockdowns, with many of us enjoying the solace of home, in whatever form that takes.

It also recognises how participation in the arts can lead to enhanced feelings of wellbeing and social inclusion, with festival workshops open to all.

While a number are now booked out, places remain for workshops on Saturday including an introduction to traditional weaving with Desiree Walker, painting with Rebecca Kos, a mural making with Tim Bowtell and Adam Simmons’ Big Band - Big Ears jazz session for local musicians.

There are also spaces for those who want to enjoy community singing with experienced community choir director, Andrée Cozens - an inclusive workshop which

READY TO ROLL: GANEAA committee members including (back) Kerryn Taylor and Linda Lees, with (front, from left) Virginia Eckels, Paddy Milne and Tim Dickinson, have been busy behind the scenes preparing for this year’s arts event.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling welcomes people of all ages and abilities to come together in song, from 1pm to 4pm on Saturday afternoon.

On Sunday there will be an abstract art workshop with Fran O’Neill and felt hat making with Joan Guttormsen.

The festival will also be celebrated at the Wangaratta Farmers Market tomorrow where there

will be free activities for all ages including ephemeral mandala making with artist Jess Young on the Ovens Street side of the site from 9am to 11.30am.

Hear the famous Willis pipe organ in the Holy Trinity Cathedral, with Kieran Crichton set to play “Sounds Organic” including music from Star Wars at 9am, 10am and 11am, while the community can

come and try playing the historic federation bells which will be located on the cathedral steps for the duration of the market.

To find our more or to make a booking visit https://ganeaa.com. au/across-the-arts-forum-2023/.

The Across The Arts Festival opening will be held in the Wangaratta Art Gallery tonight from 5.30pm to 7pm with all welcome.

Finding the abstract in nature

By CHLOE JAENICKE FRAN O’Neill will be hosting a workshop on ‘Searching for the Abstract within Nature’ as a part of this weekend’s Across the Arts festival.

In the workshop, Ms O’Neill said she hopes to give participants an introduction into looking at landscape in an abstract way.

“It’s really just getting them to tease out how to look and see colour and see things they might take for granted in the landscape as something special and interesting,” she said.

Ms O’Neill said she was invited to do the workshop and that she loves teaching others as it gives her a chance to see others interpretations of landscape.

“I think it’s actually a very fun way to expand upon information and also to tease out what other people’s interests are in landscape,” she said.

As part of the workshop, participants will create art based on the landscape.

Ms O’Neill said participants will be provided with materials and that they can also bring their own supplies to create whatever they want to.

“We’re going to be supplying kits for them that have watercolour and ink and pencils in particular, but they’re free to bring along whatever they want to,” she said.

The workshop will take place at GOTAFE Wangaratta this Sunday, between 10am and 3:30pm.

More information and tickets can be found at https://ganeaa.com.au/ ata-program/fran-oneill-searchingfor-the-abstract-within-nature/.

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Earl proud to be part of historic royal occasion

By SIMONE KERWIN

PART OF HISTORY: The 15th Earl of Loudon, Wangaratta-based Simon Abney-Hastings (front left in procession), was one of 13 people with ceremonial roles in the coronation ceremony.

THE Wangaratta-based 15th Earl of Loudon, Simon AbneyHastings, enjoyed being in London during the historic coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla.

“The week in London preparing for the coronation (was) an incredible week full of highlights,” he told the Wangaratta Chronicle.

“To be in official attendance as the Bearer of the Great Golden Spurs, which has been

the privilege and family prerogative for centuries, has been a profound experience.”

It’s through the Grey de Ruthin line (an English baronetcy) and the Marshal family that the Earl has the right to be the Bearer of the Great Golden Spurs.

Earls of Loudon have filled the role at the coronation of the monarchs of England and Great Britain since the coronation of King Richard I in 1189.

The current spurs, which

form part of the sacred regalia of the coronation ceremony, were made in 1661 for Charles II, and updated in 1820 for George IV by adding new textiles, buckles and straps.

Local viewers may have been looking out for the Earl to physically present the golden diamond-encrusted spurs to the new monarch, recognising the sovereign’s role as head of the armed forces.

Instead, he was part of the procession into Westminster Abbey as a bearer of the

spurs - one of 13 people with ceremonial roles in the coronation ceremony.

The Earl said his part in the historic occasion involved two days of rehearsals, on Wednesday and Thursday at the 750 year old abbey, including a full dress rehearsal on Thursday.

“I didn’t mind that I didn’t physically present the spurs to HM, who was at rehearsals on Thursday,” the Earl said.

“The atmosphere was relaxed.”

IT’S SHOWTIME: Audience members of all ages es are singing along to High School Musical which opened ed at the Wangaratta Performing ng Arts and Convention Centre last night. The Galen Catholic ic College production of the Disney hit musical continuess tonight and tomorrow and it’s jam packed with great songs and energetic dance routines. Featuring a cast including (pictured, from left ft) Jose Obaniana, Tahli Gibson, n, Spencer Hayward and Baileyy Walch, get your tickets now from the box office or by visiting www.wpacc.com.au.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

COMIC MASTER: Internationally acclaimed Irish C co comedian Jimeoin will visit the Wangaratta Performing A Arts and Convention Centre in July to perform his sm smash–hit show Jimeoin: The Craic! The award– w winning performer and master of observation will b bring his hilarious show to Wangaratta on Saturday, July 22 at 7.30pm. Get in quick with tickets on sale now at www.wpacc.com.au or by visiting the box office.

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Fashion parade hits town tomorrow

THE Zonta Club of Wangaratta with Reality Fine Clothing is bringing back its ‘Fashion of the Decades’ fashion parade tomorrow from 2pm at the Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway.

The fashion parade has been a big part of displaying the latest in fashion every winter and this year will be no exception.

All funds raised will be donated to Northeast Health Wangaratta for the purchase of a Vital Signs Monitor, much

needed by the health service and people in our community.

Tickets are $52 a head and can be booked through Trybooking (https://www. trybooking.com/CHHSP).

COME ON DOWN: Kay Adams (left) of Reality Fine Clothing and president of Zonta Wangaratta, Alison Grant, are welcoming the community to support the extravagant Zonta Club of Wangaratta fashion parade tomorrow afternoon.

PHOTO: Bailey Zimmermann

Change to community care Public Health Units to shoulder burden in Victoria amid revised health outlook

By RYAN MALCOLM

FUNDING CHANGE: Ovens Valley MP Tim McCurdy says a shift away from funding of community health networks could limit the state’s ability to address healthcare in the short-term.

ADDITIONAL funding is set to boost the responsibilities of local public health units (LPHUs) throughout the North East, but could see job losses and service reductions across the state’s community health network, according to the Victorian Health Association (VHA).

Last year’s state budget committed $40m to the state’s local public health network, led by Albury Wodonga Health in the North East, however, according to VHA acting chief executive officer, Juan Paolo Legaspi, the move would adversely limit funding for 45 other community health services across the state.

He said the Department of Health contacted a number of impacted providers to inform them of looming budget cuts last month, and said the VHA was unsure exactly which services would be subsequently cut.

“This will reduce access to health programs that keep people well and out of our busy hospitals at a time when we desperately need to take the pressure off,” he said.

“Our health system is seeing an unprecedented rise in sicker people needing more complex health care due to a lack of prevention and delayed and deferred care since the pandemic began.

“If we don’t do enough to slow this trend down, people are going to wait longer and longer for ambulances and hospital care.”

LPHUs were initially introduced in 2020 at the height of the COVID pandemic, overseeing reporting and management of local COVID cases.

A Victorian Government spokesperson said LPHUs would be responsible for a number of preventative health measures, such as promoting healthy eating, active living and tobacco-re-

lated harm, areas which Mr Legaspi said were currently promoted by community health networks.

“These changes were elements of last year’s budget now being implemented they do not represent a cut to health services,” the spokesperson said.

Mr Legaspi noted that while next month’s budget was likely to commit billions of dollars to build new hospitals over the coming decade, the move should not compromise the funding of health services to deliver timely care now.

“Victoria’s 81 community health services have been trapped in a cycle of ‘boom and bust’ funding - this affects their ability to plan, attract and retain staff, and deliver services that meet the increasingly complex needs of Victoria’s growing and ageing population,” he said.

“This is not the right time to cut funding to programs

that help people stay well and out of our stretched hospital system.”

Wangaratta-based Ovens Valley MP Tim McCurdy likened the shift to funding LPHUs to a PR exercise.

“It is clear to see that the spin and spend of Labor is coming home to roost, and as usual, Victorians are paying the price,” he said.

“Whilst this government likes to spruik their investment in healthcare, it is apparent that they are only investing in the next ribboncutting PR exercise.

“Victorians deserve better - whilst we need upgraded facilities to match the hard work of our doctors and nurses, we also need to be focussed on fixing the crisis now.

“The Liberals and Nationals have a plan to fix the health crisis, and it wouldn’t hurt Labor to come to the table and work with us in order to save lives.”

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FITNESS AND FUN: The new Lifeball committee comprises (from left) Helene Allen (activities), Glenyce Roy (treasurer), Glenis Johnsone (president) and Elaine Broadway (secretary). A non-contact game of netball designed by a doctor and physio for the safety of mature players, Lifeball is held each Tuesday from 1pm on the basketball court at the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre. For more information, phone 0418 574 404.

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Quilting for a cause

THE CHRONICLE, Friday, May 12, 2023 - Page 13

By BRODIE EVERIST

The Indi Way, for all to read

AT 36 blocks and six halfblocks, Whorouly local Jo Matheson has spent at least 20 hours on her quilt so far, but it’s all for a good cause.

“I do it because I love to do it,” she said.

The single-bed quilt will be the big raffle prize in the Whorouly Country Women’s Association’s (CWA) Biggest Morning Tea event on May 25, raising money for cancer research.

The annual ‘cuppa for cancer’ has a quilt prize each year, but this is the first time Ms Matheson has taken up the mantle of being the prize seamstress.

“This quilt is one I started a few years back and then put away,” she said.

“Us quilters, we tend to start lots of things and there are lots of unfinished things in the cupboard.”

The top of the quilt, which only needed a three-inch border before completion, is made of a series of squares (called blocks) that make a ‘Chinese lantern’ pattern.

Each one takes between 30 minutes to an hour to make, Ms Matheson explained.

She sews each block together into a strip, then each strip together to make the top of the quilt.

The top will be layered with the bottom fabric and the in-

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Twelve people met for the first time at their local library in the rural and regional electorate of Indi one winter's day in 2012, driven by a growing sense of despair about how their community was being represented.

Beginning with shared values, they formed Voices for Indi, and set about engaging everyday people.

They didn’t realise that the Indi Way — a new relationship between the community and its member of parliament — was being forged.

With the selection of Cathy McGowan as their independent candidate for the 2013 federal election, they hoped to make one of the safest Liberal seats in the nation marginal.

In fact, after a highly innovative grassroots campaign, they delivered the Coalition its only loss.

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PASSION FOR PATTERNS: Whorouly seamstress Jo Matheson and grandson Chase Beach with the top of her latest quilt, which will be the first prize in the Whorouly CWA’s raffle on May 25.

PHOTO: Brodie Everist in funding research and patient support.

CWA branch secretary Jeannette Allen said the COVID-19 pandemic has dented attendance numbers in the past few years, but they are hoping to reverse that trend.

“We invite sister branches in the North East, as well as local organisation representatives and community to the

ternal wadding and then quilted - where the three layers will be stitched together.

While some people take their quilts to professional quilters, Ms Matheson said she prefers to do the stitching herself.

“It’s fairly costly, for one thing,” she said.

The raffle and the entry donations for the morning tea go to the Cancer Council to assist

morning tea,” she said.

“Even with only a small crowd last year, they were very generous crowd.

“We raised almost $1000, and if we can top that we will be most happy.”

The morning tea will be held at the Whorouly Recreation Reserve function room on Thursday, May 25 from 9.30am to 11.30am.

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND

Jazz great Adam Simmons in concert at The Vine ACCLAIMED multiinstrumentalist Adam Simmons will perform at The Vine Hotel in North Wangaratta tomorrow night, as part of Goulburn and North East Arts Alliance’s (GANEAA) Across The Arts Festival.

The Melbourne-based musician, artist and teacher is well known on the world music scene, performing contemporary jazz, punk, afro-beat, new music, traditional Japanese honkyoku, funk and more.

Adam is one of Australia’s most prolific and varied

artists; a performer in a myriad of ensembles, creator of unique musical sculptures and specialised educator in improvisation, instrumental technique and shakuhachi.

He has curated various major events, including the Festival of Slow Music and Wangaratta’s own Festival of Jazz and Blues.

Adam will be performing an eclectic mix of musical styles, some solo and some with guest musicians, before being joined on stage by members of Jazzaratta with whom Adam will have delivered a ‘masterclass’

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GALA EVENT: Acclaimed multiinstrumentalist Adam Simmons will perform with Jazzaratta and friends tomorrow night as part of this year’s Across The Arts Festival concert.

THE Goulburn and North East Arts Alliance (GANEAA) Across the Arts Festival will be held this weekend at GOTAFE Wangaratta from Friday through until Sunday.

The festival offers a unique opportunity to learn from a talented array of artists with affordable and accessible workshops in painting, drawing, poetry writing, printmaking, weaving and more, along with a big band jazz workshop and community singing.

To find out more or to register for a workshop visit www.ganeaa.com.au with places strictly limited.

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during the day.

Among other pieces, Jazzaratta will perform some of Adam’s own compositions.

The concert will also feature the beautiful voice of Andrée Cozens performing a couple of songs with those who attended her Community Singing Workshop earlier in the day and a performance by local alt-folk singer/songwriter Chloe Jade.

Whether performing her own compositions or putting a spin on well-known tunes, Chloe Jade’s unique approach has left audiences in awe,

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GALEN Catholic College is presenting Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical High School Musical on stage at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre this week.

It tells the story of Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High who must deal with issues of first love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities.

Featuring two separate casts performing four shows and celebrating the talents of the young performers, see them tonight and tomorrow with tickets available at www.wpacc.com.au.

using a stomp box and loop pedal to create a dynamic and captivating experience.

Chloe will be performing her song specially written with year six students from Cathedral College Wangaratta for this year’s Across The Arts Festival, plus her song ‘Taking Over’ which spent seven consecutive weeks in the number one spot on The Atomic Charts.

Tickets for the concert are $35 per person ($30 for GANEAA members) available through GANEAA.com.au or at https://www.thevinehotel. net.au.

Beechworth Theatre Company presents Cosi MADNESS, mayhem and joy will prevail when Beechworth Theatre Company (BTC) performers bring to life all the crazy characters in the hilarious Aussie stage classic, Cosi.

Written by Australian playwright Louis Nowra, this production includes two well-known Wangaratta actors; Reg Carmody as Henry and Lyndal Perry as Cherry.

The play will be performed at the Beechworth Servicemen’s Memorial Hall tonight, tomorrow and on Friday, May 19 and Saturday, May 20 at 7.30pm, with a Sunday matinee on May 21 at 2pm and tickets are available at https://www.stickytickets.com.au.

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND

Shared Vision of teacher and students

52 Actions exhibition at gallery

RENOWNED wildlife artist and illustrator Kate Jenvey is sharing an exhibition with her students at the Art Gallery on Ovens in the laneway off Murphy Street.

The exhibition includes a wide range or artworks created by the students and gives them an opportunity to showcase their achievements in a professional arts space.

An official opening will be held tomorrow at 1pm but the exhibition is open today, Monday and Thursday from 10am until 4pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 2pm until May 22.

ARTSPACE Sydney’s acclaimed exhibition 52 ACTIONS is on national tour, visiting the Wangaratta Art Gallery.

The exhibition features works from 52 Australian artists and collectives across generations, geographies and cultural backgrounds who, working in a wide variety of mediums, highlight the diversity, complexity and dynamism of contemporary Australian art.

The exhibition runs until June 4.

Wangaratta Farmers Market tomorrow THE Wangaratta Farmers Market will be held tomorrow in the grounds of the Holy Trinity Cathedral from 8am until 12pm.

Meet the local makers and shop for seasonal produce and artisan products with a number of free activities for all ages also taking place this month as part of the GANEAA Across the Arts Festival.

CONTEMPORARY VIEW: The exhibition includes works such as Tristan Chant, Happy Hour, 2023, Jacquard woven tapestry.

Art exhibition bound to captivate and provoke Wangaratta community

AN exhibition by Sydney artist Tristan Chant titled ‘Superpicture’ has arrived at the Wangaratta Art Gallery, in the lead-up to the 2023 Wangaratta Contemporary Textile Award (WCTA).

Running from May 13 to June 11, Chant’s exhibition of modern art in the Dadaist tradition is thought-provoking as it explores the human condition through popular culture, media and advertising.

Chant is a multi-disciplinary artist who works in print, collage and textile mediums.

A finalist in the 2021 WCTA, Chant is featured in the gallery’s exhibition program to mark the beginning of the WCTA season.

Wangaratta Art Gallery curator Ashlee

Laing said he was excited to bring this provocative exhibition to Wangaratta.

“Chant challenges viewers to examine authorship and originality in art,” he said.

“Superpicture aims to explore the relationship between images and art, and to challenge the viewer’s position on both context and consumption.

“The works are primarily in collage Chant carefully selects images quoting other images, from high culture of art and history and low culture sources including adult magazines, comics and tabloids.

“These images are then used to create large-scale jacquard tapestries which offer a modern perspective on traditional artwork.

“’Superpicture’ is sure to captivate visitors to the exhibition.”

An opening reception will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2pm featuring an “In Conversation” with artist Tristan Chant and Blackartsproject director, David Hagger.

Mr Laing said the event will provide the public the opportunity to gain greater insight into Chant’s practice.

“The exhibition is highly recommended for everyone interested in contemporary art and the relationship between images and art,” he said.

For more information about the exhibition and to RSVP for the opening reception and In Conversation, please visit www.wangarattaartgallery.com.au or call 03 5722 0865.

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Nursing leader appointed Former Northeast Health Wangaratta g leader scores top p nursing g role

By STEVE KELLY FORMER Wangaratta resident Karrie Long has joined Safer Care Victoria as the state’s new chief nurse and midwifery officer (CNMO).

Ms Long is a visionary nursing leader with more than 15 years’ experience driving health delivery innovation to ensure safer and more effective patient care.

She said working at Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) enabled her to develop unique knowledge and skillsets.

“I had opportunities to take on diverse clinical roles, which provided me

with tremendous learning and professional development experiences,” she said.

“It was extremely rewarding and motivating to see the benefits of the work we were doing right there in our community.”

Much of Ms Long’s work at NHW was about developing safety systems to prevent patient deterioration.

“It was a privilege to be able to continue this work as part of its board, where I served as deputy chair of the quality and safety subcommittee between 2020 and 2022,” she said.

“My new position as chief nursing and midwifery officer at Safer Care Victoria allows me to take all that I have learned across my career and apply it more broadly across the state.

“My goal as always remains the same - to help those in need, including our nursing workforce, by delivering safer, more effective healthcare.”

This year, Ms Long became an inaugural recipient of the Florence Nightingale Foundation’s Dame Yvonne Moores Global Leadership Scholarship.

She brings with her an expansive knowledge of Victoria’s public health system gained through her previous roles as a clinician in intensive care and in education, digital health, research, and senior leadership, including the director of nursing research and interim chief nursing officer at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Ms Long has a Graduate Diploma in Advanced Clinical Nursing (Rural Critical Care) and a Master of Public Health.

She spent her childhood in Papua New Guinea, which

has been a strong driving force behind her career in health and where she can be of service, particularly to vulnerable and voiceless populations.

Ms Long demonstrates a real passion for digital health, having designed and implemented Telehealth at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

This was informed and driven by a career of almost 20 years of practice in regional Victoria, where she saw the need to better connect, improve and innovate health for all Victorians.

TOP OF HER GAME: Karrie Long’s goal remains the same - to help those in need, including the state’s nursing workforce, by delivering safer, more effective healthcare.

WILL YOU TAKE ME HOME: Fraser is not always the most affectionate cat and is more of a listener than a lap cat. He will always listen to you whenever you need a friend and will never tell anyone your secrets. He will show you his softer side in no time as long as he is in a quiet and adult only home to make him feel comfortable enough. Fraser may like to live with another friendly cat for some company.

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Students taking a stand against bullying Friday, May 10, 2013

By STEVEN BURKE STUDENTS at Wangaratta Primary School are driving a campaign to stop bullying.

Every school student will be asked to make a pledge against bullying as part of the ‘make a stand, lend a hand’ campaign.

Grade six school leaders, Eliza Nunn and Grace McIntyre, have taken the project on as their own, telling other students what effects bullying can have.

“Bullying hurts people,” Eliza said.

“If it happens to someone, it can stay with them for the rest of their lives.”

Grace said bullying “doesn’t make people feel good about themselves”.

The school also has a group of five students in

MAKING THE PLEDGE: Students Eliza Nunn (right) and Grace McIntyre sign the pledge against bullying.

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10 years ago the “legends of getting along club”, who take notice of the behaviour of other students in the playground and reward positive actions.

School principal,

Anne Fahey, said the initiatives were part of an overall push to stop bullying in the school and the community.

“We are not doing this because we have a problem with bullying,” she said.

“We want to keep promoting a safe culture in our school.

“We don’t want to hide our heads in the sand.”

WANGARATTA RSPCA THE Wangaratta RSPCA currently have plenty of options for your new playmate/s.

For more information or to meet any of the kittens, cats, dogs, puppies and rabbits the Wangaratta RSPCA currently have available, call (03) 5722 2874 or visit the shelter and find your new special friend.

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NORTH EAST NATURALLY

The energetic Grey Fantail

By IAN DAVIDSON and CHRIS TZAROS MORE so than other species of birds that frequent our bushland areas, the Grey Fantail is conspicuous, vocal and confiding, often allowing a close approach.

In fact, on many occasions, they will make a point of flying towards you as you pass through their patch, erratically darting about at close quarters, spreading their cocked tail feathers to form a fan and swaying it from side to side, usually while giving a constant chirpy chip-chip-chip call.

It is this behaviour that gives the Grey Fantail the nickname of ‘Cranky Fan’ or ‘Mad Fan’.

Present throughout the year, numbers of Grey Fantails increase in our local area during autumn, as birds disperse from the high country to escape the extreme of the cooler months.

Some even migrate from as far as Tasmania, occurring here through winter until around September, before heading back across Bass Strait to the island state.

Tasmanian birds are usually identified by being a darker grey, showing more buff colouring on their underparts and having less white in their tail.

Grey Fantails usually occur singly or in pairs, though they sometimes form loose feeding flocks of up to five or six birds, or larger flocks when migrating.

They often form mixed-species feeding flocks with other small insect-feeding birds such as thornbills, robins and whistlers.

At all times, they are restless and active by nature, being continually on the move and switching back and forth between perches as they flit around the edges of shrubs and the lower parts of the canopy.

While foraging, they often give a cheery song - typically a series of short squeaky chirps ending on a rising note.

They feed on a variety of insects that can be taken from various substrates, with birds foraging up and down trunks of trees, fluttering amongst the canopy and darting between and above trees and shrubs in pursuit of aerial prey.

This versatility allows the Grey Fantail to occupy a wide range of wooded habitats, though they appear to be most common where there is a healthy understorey of medium-large

wattles and other native shrubs, which provide foraging opportunities and shelter.

Like most other small bush birds, Grey Fantails breed during spring and summer.

Their tiny, exquisite nests are shaped like a typical wineglass with a long trailing stem, built from dry grasses and fine shreds of bark, bound tightly with cobweb and lined with soft feathers.

They place their nest on a thin horizontal fork of a tree, usually within a couple of metres of the ground.

Locally, Grey Fantails occur just about everywhere.

Good places to observe them include the Ovens River, the Warby Range and many of the larger native gardens throughout the district.

FAST AND FURIOUS: Alert and inquisitive. Grey Fantails are a chirpy and friendly inhabitant of our local area.

PHOTO: Chris Tzaros (Birds Bush and Beyond)

BEVERIDGE TO ALBURY TRANCHE 1 WORKS Construction activities May – June 2023 Construction on the Inland Rail project in Victoria has started.

Works are progressing to provide sufficient clearance to allow double-stacked freight trains to pass safely. These include a new Beaconsfield Parade bridge at Glenrowan, lowering the rail track at Barnawartha North and track, bridge and pedestrian works at Wangaratta Station precinct.

At Glenrowan temporary road closures and traffic changes will be in place throughout construction. For full details visit inlandrail.info/traffic.

At all sites residents and motorists are asked to take care and observe all traffic management and signage.

Inland Rail is a nation building project that will transform how goods are moved around Australia, generating opportunities for our regions and our economy, now and into the future.

Planned works include: Glenrowan

Wangaratta

Barnawartha North

Ongoing piling works to prepare foundations for the new Beaconsfield Parade bridge.

Site compound establishment including installation of offices in the rail corridor opposite the railway station building.

Further piling and capping works to stabilise the existing Murray Valley Highway rail overpass.

Delivery of equipment and materials.

Drainage works.

Approved vegetation removal.

Ongoing utility relocations.

Stormwater relocations on the Siege Street East side of the bridge.

Relocation and connection of water, power and sewer services within the rail corridor.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation while we carry out these works.

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12 May

International Nurses Day

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A new home and nursing in the North East WHEN experienced nurse Glacy Onga visited Myrtleford from the Philippines in 2019 with a view to being registered and working as a nurse in Australia, she could not imagine that within four years she would be living and working 30 minutes away.

In January this year, Glacy and her family migrated to Australia in a place she describes as ‘like no other’.

Glacy is part of a national push to bring more international healthcare workers to Australia, with 120,000 positions needing to be filled across the country by 2030.

The process to convert registration for nursing is known to be a challenge, which Glacy said was worth the effort to realise her dream to live and work in Australia.

“I attained my Bachelor of Nursing in the Philippines and my expertise is in ICU, but of course healthcare is different from country to country and so I understood and appreciated the need for accreditation,” Glacy said.

“Once I achieved my conversion to be

WELCOME: Registered Nurse, Glacy Onga is delighted that she and her family now call Wangaratta home.

CELEBRATION: NHW CEO Libby Fifis (left) and director of clinical operations/chief nursing and midwifery officer Bernadette Hammond with some of the prizes for nursing staff.

a registered nurse in Australia, COVID hit and that put our plans on hold.”

“By 2022 we started to gather all of the things to make an application and I talked with Northeast Health a few times about the opportunities here.”

Glacy and her family are sponsored by Northeast Health for a four-year visa as part of her employment in NHW’s general nursing pool.

“There is a need for more

nurses in the pool for medical and surgical wards, so I am very pleased to help make a difference for those teams.”

Glacy’s husband is also a nurse and is planning to pursue Australian nursing accreditation while taking a casual role at a local hotel.

“I feel enormously grateful that our family could stay together,” Glacy said.

“We have two children, the eldest is five and the

youngest has just turned two, so it would have been very painful to be separated from them.”

When asked what it was about Wangaratta that felt like home so quickly, Glacy said she found it hard to find the right words.

“I love it here; I love the hospital, the people.

“I don’t know why, but I fell in love with this place.

“This is my dream to come to Australia, even

before I was a nurse.

“I felt that Australia was like my own values, and I knew that it was where I wanted to be.

“The experience of settling in here and becoming part of this community has been nothing short of incredible.”

NHW chief executive officer, Libby Fifis, who is a nurse herself, said that NHW felt very fortunate to have secured new nursing staff such as Glacy.

“Our nursing workforce is incredibly committed, to the care of our patients and aged care residents, but also to supporting each other,” Libby said.

“International Nurses Day gives us a great opportunity to celebrate that care and

dedication, to promote nursing for the skilled and rewarding career that it is, and to thank our workforce for their enormous efforts.”

Libby said securing nurses to work and live in Wangaratta was a win-win for the health service and the community.

“We can see from stories like Glacy how much the North East has to offer healthcare workers and their families in terms of career and lifestyle opportunities in this region.”

Glacy said she was looking forward to the next four years and that Wangaratta was certainly part of the long-term plan for her family.

International Nurses Day is today Friday, May 12 and NHW is commemorating the day with decorations, staff celebrations at the hospital and Illoura, and giveaways for staff including a NHW calico bag, scrubs, fob watches, coffee, perfumes and candles from local and specialist producers.

The Chronicle will be bringing more profiles for our readers’ enjoyment in the weeks ahead.

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REGIONAL NEWS

Community rallies in support of Trish’s cause

READY FOR RENOVATIONS: McNamara Reserve committee president Bob McNamara is happy to see funding for upgrades to the Ablett Pavilion in the latest Alpine Shire Council draft budget.

PHOTO: Brodie Everist

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE

Myrtleford’s major spend SEVERAL infrastructure projects in Myrtleford are to receive a combined total of $3.6 million, under Alpine Shire Council’s draft budget.

Big ticket items include funding for the Myrtleford Splashpark, Myrtleford Memorial Hall, the Nimmo Pedestrian Bridge and upgrades to the Myrtleford Savoy Soccer Club and Ablett Pavilion.

McNamara Reserve committee president Bob McNamara said the $720,000 allocated to the pavilion was for renovating and extending the building to make the upper floor an events and community space.

He said the upgrades will

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include a boardroom and storage extension on the west side of the building, upgrades to the bar and kitchen, and concertina windows facing the football oval.

The upgrades aim to make the pavilion an improved space for functions, making it financially self-sustaining and a source of income for the Myrtleford Football and Netball Club (MFNC), according to Mr McNamara.

“They’ll bring the building up to a standard that will that will see it out for the next 30 or 40 years and make it a really valuable asset for the community,” he said.

“The plans we’ve drawn up look great.”

Mr McNamara said events held at the upgraded pavilion might include corporate functions, weddings or other midweek events.

“Similar to a Savoy Club concept to give another alternative to the shire and the town for an events area,” he said.

He said eventually the football club would consider

employing full-time staff and a manager to make the space a fully self-sufficient commercial enterprise that could also fund the MFNC, which is in a league of significantly larger clubs.

“It would help take pressure off a small club like Myrtleford, who are competing against major cities that are much bigger,” he said.

“It helps them, hopefully, to be a bit more sustainable and eventually take pressure off the volunteers.”

The Myrtleford Splashpark, brainchild of local chamber of commerce

president Jim van Geet, has $860,000 earmarked for the project.

Mr van Geet said tenders received for the project have been over budget, so council have been looking to cut costs without impacting the overall concept.

He said the park, which will be located on the site of the former Myrtleford scout hall, will be a major attraction for the town in summer months.

According to the budget report, council’s capital expenditure program totals $12.6 million, supported by government grant funding of $6.6 million.

MYRTLEFORD community members are rallying behind local woman Trish Semmens.

Trish, who lost her legs and fingers more than 20 years ago after medical complications during a breast cancer diagnosis, recently lost her wheelchair accessible car which was also modified to suit her disabilities and allowed her to drive.

While NDIS will pay for any modifications, Trish has to purchase a new car herself, which will cost around $85,000.

A Gofundme campaign has raised just over $11,000 but past resident and performer Sharyn Bilston wanted to do more so she has organised a fundraising event at the Myrtleford Hotel on Saturday, May 20 from 3pm.

“I’m an old Myrtleford girl and have been in the entertainment industry for more than 35 years and I remember as a community we would help however we could and locals would band and rally together,” she said.

“When I read about Trish’s situation on Facebook my heart was taken by it and the darling has been through so much already so to have gone through that now I immediately contacted them and wanted to know how to help.

“We’ve pulled a fair few musicians together for a fun, family day with live music, activities for the kids, a live auction and challenges and it’s only $20 entry.

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Alpine Shire to probe short-stay state laws

A ROYAL AFFAIR DESPITE being in a crowd of more than 3 million, wellknown Mansfield identity Liam Wilson managed to get himself front and centre for King Charles III first balcony appearance during the royal coronation in London on Saturday. To get himself in prime position, Liam walked out his route in the two days leading up to the event to prepare, chatting with locals, media and police, as well as packing everything needed for 12 hours of standing.

“It was a very special day in history which I will never forget,” said Liam. “I managed to get a great view of the procession, the carriage, the band, and finally the balcony appearance.”

By BRODIE EVERIST

ALPINE Shire Council plans to investigate short-term rental accommodation local laws.

Council’s main towns of Bright, Myrtleford and Mt Beauty are all challenged by a lack of longterm residential rental properties, contributing to labour shortages.

Mayor John Forsyth said funding in council’s draft budget will go towards looking at what other jurisdictions are doing and what council can do under the current restrictions within Victoria.

“We’re saying to the public, we recognise that there is a problem,” he said.

Last year council committed to developing a business plan for five key worker accommodation units in each of the council-owned caravan parks in Bright, Myrtleford and Tawonga.

Mayor Forsyth said Tourism North East had also developed research into the regional accommodation shortage, but any investment in worker accommodation could come at a significant cost.

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“We just need to come up with partnerships because they’re talking in the millions of dollars to build worker accommodation,” he said.

Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) president David Clark said the MAV is actively engaging with councils on the issue and are looking to build an evidence base on the impacts of short-term rentals on local housing markets and community cohesion.

“This is not an issue councils can solve on their own,” he said.

“The State Government needs to step up and use the levers it has to empower councils to address shortstay accommodation.

“Potential avenues to address the issue include through the planning system, through application of a different council rate, or even by restricting how frequently throughout the year a property can be used as a short-stay like what’s currently proposed in New South Wales.

“As a starting point the State Government needs to implement a statewide register of short-stay accommodation, which New South Wales, Tasmania and Western Australia already have done.”

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Community Cup unites clubs LAST Saturday just wasn’t about the action on the footy field and netball courts for Milawa and Moyhu football and netball clubs.

The day also marked the fourth iteration of the netball clubs’ ‘Community Cup’, which went to Milawa as the victor of the senior netball match.

The cup however, brought together players and supporters from both clubs to enjoy a very social afternoon tea.

With generous support from attendees and club sponsors, approximately $1000 raised from the day towards sporting equipment for Moyhu Primary School.

ENJOYING THE DAY: Melissa Flynn, Emma Johnson and Tayla Ward.

SHARING THE JOY: Moyhu and Milawa senior netball coaches, Sharlene Wohlers and Jerri Gray, with the ‘Community Cup’, won

by Milawa. PHOTOS: Marc Bongers

• Jacqueline Lake, Millie Carson, Claire Annett and Charli Draper.

• Claudia Humphreys (left) and Annabelle Edwards.

• Micaela Larkings, Ellie Hourigan and Emily Hourigan.

• Charlie West, Kaye West, Jo Wales and Xavier Wales.

HELPING SUPPORT PASTURES ON YOUR FARM

• Jenna McIntyre, Alana McIntyre and Kerri Michelini.

• Georgia Allen (left) and Amy Holmes.

• Jorja and Mark Duffy.

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Notorious Aussie cult inspires a new series

Negotiations are underway for new Tawonga toilet

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE

By HANNAH KENNELLY

WALT Disney studios have brought all kinds of families to the screen - from 101 Dalmatians to dwarves to Mary Poppins and the Banks children But now, the studio will tackle a new type of family inspired by an infamous Australian cult who resided near Lake Eildon in the early 1960s.

Disney+ recently released a trailer for The Clearing, an eightpart psychological thriller based on the best-selling crime novel In the Clearing, by Melbournebased author J.P Pomare.

Pomare’s 2019 novel was inspired by The Family, a doomsday cult led by Anne Hamilton-Byrne.

Filmed across Victoria, the Disney+ series follows the nightmares of a woman (Teresa Palmer) who must face the demons of her past to stop a cult from kidnapping local children.

The series boasts an impressive all-star Australian cast including Miranda Otto (Lord of the Rings), Guy Pearce (Jack Irish), and Hazem Shammas (Safe Harbour).

Director Jeffrey Walker was thrilled to feature some of “Australia’s finest talent”.

“The atmosphere and mood of this piece is so unique, I truly hope that it captivates, enthrals

AUSSIE TALENT: The upcoming series will feature Teresa Palmer, Miranda Otto, and Guy Pearce. and thrills the audience,” he said.

From the 1960s to the 1980s, Hamilton-Byrne acquired approximately 28 infants and young children and inducted them into her cult, known as The Family.

The children’s identities were changed and they were dressed in matching clothes and had bleached platinum hair.

Hamilton-Byrne claimed she

was a reincarnation of Jesus Christ and preached a variety of apocalyptic prophecies.

She allegedly subjected the children to beatings and starvation and forced them to take LSD and other hallucinogens as part of initiation rituals.

Despite Hamilton-Byrne’s notoriety, she was never officially charged with abuse and was only fined $5000 for falsifying birth documents.

Multiple documentaries, novels and podcasts have explored the cult’s alleged atrocities, Australian and New Zealand Walt Disney Senior Vice President Kylie Watson-Wheeler said the company was proud to debut the series.

“This is our first Australian produced scripted series and there’s more to come,” she said.

The Clearing will premiere May 24 this year on Disney+.

ALPINE Shire Council has made an offer to purchase land in Tawonga South for the construction of a public toilet.

Residents have been campaigning for years for public facilities in the town.

Speaking at last week’s council meeting CEO Will Jeremy said an offer to purchase land had been made.

“If this is accepted it will allow us to develop public amenities there but we haven’t had a response yet,” he said.

“We’re awaiting that response but at some point we’ll decide if we’re going to get one and alternative plans will be made to develop public amenities within another reserve in Tawonga South.

“We don’t want to jump the gun as we’ve made the offer and it is a better spot but if we don’t get positive confirmation we’ll move forward.”

Mayor John Forsyth commented on the timeline, ahead of snow season.

“I think the CEO has triggered something here and that is we probably should push harder as a council to get a result from our acquisition proposal,” he said.

“We should give a timeline and if that isn’t acceptable we should be pushing hard as we have another snow season coming up with more traffic so we have to get something put in place.”

Council was unable to disclose the location of the land while going through negotiations.

Police investigating spree of break-ins and thefts in Beechworth AN overnight spree of break–ins and thefts across private properties, storage facilities and a Beechworth business is still under investigation.

In the early hours of Monday morning, it was reported properties on Crawford Street and High

Street business Beechworth Machinery were targeted where a motorbike, a 2014 Subaru Forester and unknown items from storage sheds were stolen.

The reported missing Subaru was found burnt near a Lavington park in

the early hours of Tuesday morning as Fire and Rescue NSW extinguished the fire at the scene.

Police later learned the vehicle had been reported missing since Saturday from Last Street in Beechworth.

A police spokesperson

said Wodonga Criminal Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the burglaries and thefts in the Beechworth area.

“Investigators are seeking assistance from the public who may have seen or heard something overnight in the vicinity of

Crawford Street between midnight and 4am, including anyone who may have dash cam footage, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au,” they said.

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The property boasts substantial stock and domestic water, with tanks that are filled for paddock use from a reliable dam located lower down on the property.

Total water storage capacity is an impressive 250,000 litres, with an additional 250,000 litres of rainwater storage available for household use.

The homestead is nestled in a fenced four-acre mature garden, and sheds are available to cater to workshop, firewood, and other storage needs, as well as parking for up to four vehicles.

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The kitchen has been updated with Falcon 900mm stove, stone benchtops, appliance cupboard and breakfast bar.

The main bathroom has a separate bath, shower and a double vanity, plus there are three toilets in total.

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ESTABLISHED OVER 28 YEARS FIRST TIME OFFERED/OWNERS RETIRING Domestic, Corporate and Institutional Ground Maintenance and Mowing A model and successful business that ticks all the right boxes. Based on an enviable and respected local reputation of customer response, reliability and service. r Complete inventory of modern plant r Computerized accounting program and equipment – nothing leased r Registered staff checks in place r Regular cash flow – ongoing work r Reliable experienced workforce stays schedule. Income stability.

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Agents comment ‘An established and profitable small business with income from day one and great potential for expansion.’

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‘Acacia Park’ - King Valley Vineyard – 263 ha (651 Acres) A/C A.P. & R.L. Murtagh

• 99 hectares (244.6 acres) established, quality vineyard • 9 varieties – Pinot Gris, Prosecco, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Blanc, Savagnin, Chardonnay, Tempranillo, Saperavi • Exceptional water supply – 143meg plus 2 dams and springs with high rainfall 1,000-1,100mm pa average • Undulating terrain providing a selection of rich productive soils • Extensive and well maintained Plant & Equipment, workshop tools and parts included in sale

A rare & outstanding opportunity • Reliable income stream and return on investment • Two residences set in established and restful park like setting • Two machinery sheds, workshop, historic King Valley Hall • Potential for further development with a diversity landscape • ‘Acacia Park’ offers some of the best views in the King Valley • ‘Prosecco Point’ an elevated 700m2 (approx.) site – potential cellar door, restaurant, helipad, new home site, accommodation (STCA).

Agent Remarks: ‘Acacia Park’ is one of a kind, and one of the largest vineyards in the highly regarded and sought after King Valley region.

One ownership since 1947. Potential and opportunity for development to tourist attracting enterprises and higher levels if desired.

Inspection and tender offers are encouraged for this outstanding rural asset showing positive returns on investment.

FOR SALE BY TENDER: Tenders will close on Wednesday 17th May @ 12 noon at Agents office. Terms: 1% with tender offer, a further 9% payable if accepted. Full settlement within 60 days of vendor confirming acceptance. The vendor shall have sole discretion to accept or reject any offer submitted and the highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted. Offered for sale on a Walk In Walk Out basis.

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• 2,578m2 approx. allotment in Oxley township • Located only a 5 minute drive to Milawa & 15 minute drive to Rural City of Wangaratta • All services are available to the property • Walking distance to King River Cafe, the Rail Trail, playground, & Oxley General Store • Stunning rural outlook overlooking the rear water way of Horseshoe Creek & farms • Build your dream home with a view

• Charming 3 bed double brick townhouse that blends convenience with period charm • Centrally located with public transport at your doorstep & only a short stroll into CBD, train station, cafes or schools & Tafe • Central kitchen, living room & formal dining • Central gas heating, reverse cycle aircon, along with the original open fireplace • 476m2 approx. allotment with double carport & lock up storage shed

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Modern in Milawa

24 Swinburne Drive • 3 bed, 2 bath & 2 living spaces, room for the whole family situated on a 504m2 allotment • Master boasting ensuite & generous WIR • Well appointed kitchen with plenty of bench space, dishwasher & great storage • Open plan living & dining flowing seamlessly through to the spacious courtyard & yard • Light filled formal living at front of the home • 2 split systems & wall heaters, double garage with external access, high colourbond fence

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Brand New in Arlington

32 Milawa - Bobinawarrah Rd

42A Arlington Park Avenue

• Beautifully renovated on 948m2 allotment • 4 generous bedrooms with BIRs, ceiling fans, and stunning master ensuite & WIR • Multiple living areas & convenient Euro laundry • Fully renovated kitchen & bathrooms, highquality appliances & abundant storage • Ducted reverse cycle heating & cooling • Paved undercover outdoor entertaining, relaxing rural outlook & access to the Milawa Gourmet Region on your doorstep

• Brand new 3 bed, 2 bath home in the highly sought after Arlington Park Estate • Spacious open plan living area at the rear of the home connecting to the kitchen featuring modern white cabinetry, WIP & freestanding gas cooktop with electric oven • Master bedroom offers spacious ensuite & walk in robe. Along with 2 more bedrooms • Modern fixtures, double garage & ducted reverse cycle heating & cooling, all set on a generous size allotment of 627m2 approx.

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• Renovated 3 bed home situated in the West End, just a stone’s throw from Wangaratta West Primary School & Phillipson Street shops • 2 bath including ensuite & large functional main bathroom with shower, bath & toilet • Modern open plan living, dining & functional kitchen with gas cooktop & electric oven • Gas heating & evaporative cooling • Spacious & secure rear yard with undercover patio area & garden shed, 905m2 approx. allotment with potential for subdivision STCA

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BUSINESS FOR SALE

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The Choice is Easy

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• Market leader in irrigation design, pumping system installation and retail supply across NE Victoria and Southern NSW • Turnover exceeding $2.5m • Fully equipped workshop • Extensive plant and equipment • Stockists of key brands such as Davey, Toro, Rain Bird, Grundfos and many more • EBITDA exceeding $250k • Secure lease

• Established premier service and supply of premium deli, beef, lamb, and chicken to both retail and approved wholesale customers • Serving wide list of customers regionally from Wangaratta, Yarrawonga, Rutherglen, etc.

• Long lease. Extensive plant & equipment • Excellent IP in place with ordering website and critical social media accounts • Strong growing turnover with very favorable returns for a working owner operator

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FOR SALE $359,000 + SAV

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• Freehold in prime Murphy Street location • Home of Office Choice Wangaratta since 1985 • The five year lease commenced 19 July 2022 • Annual CPI rent reviews with Market review on renewal. $28,800 rent p.a.

• Two further five year Options with tenant paying usual outgoings • 50% regional stamp duty concession available

• Tastefully renovated home, ready to move in • 3 bedrooms, each with BIR & ceiling fans • Spacious light filled living room with unique bookshelf • Centrally located kitchen offers a seamless flow into the dining & outdoor alfresco area • Family bathroom with full size bath & shower, as well as a separate toilet • Ducted gas heating, evap cooling, garage, 4.5mx8m shed/workshop & double glazed

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Desirable Family Living 25 Rose Place, Waldara • Situated on over 4116m2 approx. of land with well established gardens & fruit trees • 4 spacious bedrooms plus study all with built in robes, master with ensuite & walk in robe • Quality timber kitchen with plenty of cupboard space overlooking large family area • 2kw solar system, multiple tanks, extensive watering system, ducted gas central heating & evap. cooling plus an additional 2 split systems • Oversized double garage with direct entry to home & good size shed with concrete floor

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RURAL INDUSTRIAL

Versatile Opportunity 210 Bourke Road • 17.14Ha (est) only about 8 mins drive from Wangaratta city centre • Neat & tidy 2 bedroom 1 bathroom residence • Attractive & established gardens & lawns • Ancillary improvements, stable, sheds & bore • Well set up for horses & grazing with infrastructure to remain • Industrial 1 Zone - potential uses STCA • 50% regional industrial stamp duty concession may be available

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■ TO THE MAX: The D-Max LS-U+ . . . Isuzu slips in a spot of luxury.

By DEREK OGDEN Marque Motoring IT seems that like the Genie of the Lamp a customer’s wish is Isuzu Ute’s command, for a new model has elbowed its way into the top echelons of its rugged pick-up truck ranks.

The Japanese manufacturer has slotted the D-Max LS-U+ in between the wellpresented LS-U double cab lifestyle ute and flagship of the updated third generation for those who want a touch of luxury without the ‘shouty’ styling of the X-Terrain.

The new D-Max LS-U+ Crew Cab 4x4 Ute features similar equipment to the MY22 LS-U variant, but with the addition of premium black leather-accented upholstery and interior trims.

Convenience is also enhanced by the addition of a Smart Key, providing keyless entry, push button start, welcome light, and walk away door lock.

Similar to the system in the X-Terrain, the welcome light illuminates the cabin when it detects the key is within two metres of the vehicle and the latter automatically locks the vehicle when the smart key is detected more than three metres away.

Also available is a genuine canopy, which adds a combination of convenient lockable pop-out or sliding windows, making the LS-U+ a versatile load carrier.

Pricing reflects the added creature comforts and con-

venience, with the LS-U+ priced at $61,900 plus onroad costs, $2500 more than the regular LS-U, but considerably $4000 cheaper than the range-topping X-Terrain.

Warranty is six years or 150,000 kilometres; seven years roadside assistance, provided servicing is with an Isuzu Ute dealer, and seven years capped price servicing.

STYLING The LS-U+ comes exclusively with a double cab and style-side high tensile steel body on a ladder-frame chassis.

The front is lifted from X-Terrain extremes with a dark coloured grille broken up by dual chrome cross pieces, the latter considered a badge of premium quality, especially in Europe.

Flanking this are automatic bi-LED headlights, incorporating LED daytime running lights, with auto-levelling and automatic high beam control.

Below are LED fog lights.

LEDs sign off the rear with combination taillights.

On a sad note, large heated door mirrors are poorly positioned up front to produce a niggling blind spot.

The D-Max LS-U+ rolls on 18 inch machined-face alloy wheels with 265/60R18 Bridgestone 684II HT tyres.

There’s a full-size spare.

INTERIOR The cabin is modern and comfortable, with black leather-accented upholstery, eight-way power assisted driver’s seat with power lumbar support and a premi-

um-leather bound steering wheel with reach and rake adjustment.

Dual zone air-conditioning allows driver and front passenger singly to control the temperature.

Rear passengers also benefit from rear air vents.

ENGINES / TRANSMISSIONS The LS-U+ is powered by Isuzu’s 3.0-litre, turbo-diesel engine, developing 140 kW of power and 450 Nm of torque, mated with a six-speed automatic transmission.

SAFETY In line with all MY22 DMax models, the LS-U+ takes up a five-star ANCAP safety rating and comes standard with Isuzu’s Intelligent Driver Assistance System, a suite of advanced driver safety and assistance technologies, including a state-of-the-art 3-D stereo camera that detects other motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.

DRIVING Sharing its engine and chassis with the Mazda BT50, there is considerable clatter from under the D-Max LSU+ bonnet.

There’s little excuse these days for this amount of diesel rattle and here the motor shows its age.

The six-speed transmission handles most situations but can be a tad tardy in dropping down a cog under hard acceleration.

Isuzu claims a combined urban/ highway fuel consumption of 8.0 litres per 100 kilometres.

The Th test LS-U+ LS U used d as much as 10 litres per 100 kilometres of diesel in city working and 6.6 litres per 100 kilometres on motorway cruising, so there’s little to complain about here.

I am not alone in having a love-hate relationship with vehicle lane intervention.

As part of the IDAS suite, the LS-U+ features the new Lane Support System switch, located on the steering wheel, allowing the driver to toggle all Lane Support Systems on or off, by a single push of the button for two seconds.

Going off road? Switch to Isuzu’s Terrain Command 4x4 with 2-High, 4-High and 4-Low drive modes, an electromagnetic rear differential lock and ground clearance of 240 mm.

Measuring up among the best in the range, approach, departure and ramp-over angles weigh in at 30.5 deg, 19.0 deg and 23.8 deg, respectively.

A water wading depth of up to 800 mm is also up there with the best in class.

With customer surveys detailing that close to half of all Isuzu owners tow with their vehicle, the D-Max LS-U+

has h a 3.5 3 5 tonne braked b k d towing capacity and is equipped with a factory-fitted tow bar receiver as standard.

Customers can thus tailor their vehicle to specific towing needs, with an optional seven or 12 pin plug, electronic brake controller, tow tongue insert with 50 mm ball and a weight distribution hitch.

All are available through Isuzu Ute’s Genuine Accessories catalogue.

SUMMARY Isuzu’s third-generation D-Max range has successfully muscled in on the highly competitive pick-up truck range in Australia with close to 22,000 examples sold in 2021.

Proving popular among families, however, it’s worth remembering tub capacity and versatility are seriously limited by the solid roller cover - a bit like comparing a briefcase to a travel trunk.

RATINGS Looks: 8/10 Performance: 5/10 Safety: 7/10 Thirst: 4/10 Practicality: 7/10 Comfort: 7/10 Tech: 8/10 Value: 6/10

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE ISUZU D-MAX SINGLE CAB CHASSIS SX: $43,200 (MANUAL: $41,200) ISUZU D-MAX SPACE CAB CHASSIS SX: $46,700 (MANUAL: $44,700) ISUZU D-MAX CREW CAB CHASSIS SX: $49,700 (MANUAL: $47,700) ISUZU D-MAX CREW CAB UTE SX: $50,900 (MANUAL: $52,000) ISUZU D-MAX CREW CAB CHASSIS LS-M: $52,800 ISUZU D-MAX CREW CAB UTE LS-M: $54,000 ISUZU D-MAX SPACE CAB UTE LS-U: $56,400 ISUZU D-MAX CREW CAB UTE LS-U: $59,400 (MANUAL: $57,400) ISUZU D-MAX CREW CAB CHASSIS LS-U: $58,200 ISUZU D-MAX CREW CAB UTE LS-U+: $61,900 Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges.

Contact your local Hyundai dealer for drive-away prices.

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Public notices Inclusive Wangaratta Working Group If you’re passionate about inclusiveness and want to make a real difference in your community - then this is your chance to join a working group who are making things happen!

The Inclusive Wangaratta Working Group is currently being built to help work through new projects that matter to you.

The anticipated time commitment will be:

Have your say on Council’s 2023/24 Draft Budget Rural City of Wangaratta 2023/24 Draft Budget is prepared as required by the Local Government Act 2020. The 2023/24 Draft Budget outlines the resources required to deliver the Council Plan’s strategic objectives and includes a four-year budget forecast.

The 2023/24 Draft Budget is now on public exhibition for community feedback through written submissions.

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If this interests you please visit our website for further details https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/ Committees/Inclusive-Wangaratta or email council@ wangaratta.vic.gov.au.

How to make a submission

By Email: council@wangaratta.vic.gov.au.

Please include “2023/24 Draft Budget” in the subject line.

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Oxley Meeting

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PO Box 238, Wangaratta VIC 3676.

Please include “2023/24 Draft Budget” as the reference.

Application No PlnApp23/015 Location Co Store 86 Reid Street Wangaratta

In Person: To Customer Services, Wangaratta Government Centre – Corner Ford and Ovens Street, Wangaratta.

Please include “2023/24 Draft Budget” as the reference to your submission

Proposal

Oxley and District residents are invited to a community meeting to discuss local infrastructure projects. This meeting is part of Council’s ongoing commitment to the Rural Placemaking Project and the Snow Road District Plan.

Draft designs for the Oxley Township Drainage Improvements, Johnson & Green Streets, and projects for the next financial year will be discussed.

Development of an electronic promotion sign and associated works

These applications can be viewed on Rural City of Wangaratta’s website under Development, Planning, Current Applications. Any person who may be affected by the granting of a permit may object or make a submission (must be in writing). For more information, please contact the Town Planning Unit on 03 5722 0888. Council will not decide these applications before 23 May 2023

Closing date for written submissions Any person may make a written submission regarding the proposed 2023/24 Draft Budget.

Submissions will be received up to 5pm on Friday 26 May 2023.

PLEASE NOTE: Submissions are public documents and form part of the meeting minutes. Therefore submitters’ names and addresses will become part of the public record. Anyone who has made a written submission to the Council may request to be heard in support of their submission, or be represented by another person acting on their behalf. If you want your submission to be heard

by Council, you must advise this in your written submission.

Join us and have your say at the Oxley Shire Hall, 6pm - 7:30pm Tuesday 30 May 2023.

For more information please visit https://www. wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/Public-notices/ Oxley-Community-Meeting.

Environment and Sustainability Community Reference Group Are you passionate about our environment and want a say in Council’s future projects and strategies to improve sustainability?

Then we would love to hear from you! Nominations for the Environment and Sustainability Community Reference Group are now open. Together with environmental experts and business and community leaders, we will build a more sustainable Rural City of Wangaratta.

To nominate please visit, https://www.wangaratta.vic. gov.au/Your-Council/Committees/Environment-andSustainability-Community-Reference-Group

Council will meet to adopt the 2023/24 Budget at the Ordinary Council Meeting on 27 June 2023 at 6pm.

For further information please contact (03) 5722 0888.

Positions vacant Conflict of Interest Policy 2023 Council is considering establishing the Conflict of Interest Policy 2023. This is being revised as part of Council’s standard policy review cycle, to clarify the types of conflicts of interest, formalise Council’s approach to conflict of interests disclosures, to establish circumstances in which affected persons must not participate in a decision making process and to satisfy the provisions of the Local Government Act 2020 (Vic). All submissions and any proposed changes will be considered

by Council prior to the policy being adopted.

Submissions will be received up to 5.00pm on 26 May 2023. To view this policy please visit, https:// www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/ Public-notices

Tenders Q40076 Glenrowan Heritage Centre – External Sign Tender closes at 2pm Tuesday 16 May 2023.

C40034 Bank Street Pump Station Tender closing at 2pm Monday 22 May 2023.

C39979 Everton Tennis Court Redevelopment Tender closing at 2pm Monday 24 May 2023.

C40193 Wangaratta Creative Precinct Detailed Design Tender closes at 2pm Wednesday 7 June 2023.

Further details may be obtained by visiting Council’s website at, https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/ Working-with-Council. To discuss upcoming projects in your community please contact Council on 03 5722 0888

Child Care Educator Level 2 Councillor & Executive Services Support Officer Gallery Technician Graduate Design Engineer Mechanic Senior Gym Instructor Aquatic Education Instructor Community Care Worker (B3) Customer Experience Officer Domestic Care Worker Group Fitness Instructor Gym Instructor Lifeguard For further information on these positions please visit https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/ Careers.

Contact your Councillors

Dean Rees

Harry Bussell

Ashlee Fitzpatrick

David Fuller

Irene Grant

Harvey Benton

Jack Herry

Mayor 0429 623 141

Deputy Mayor 0429 475 863

City Ward 0448 384 600

City Ward 0429 545 907

Warby Ward 0428 189 249

North Ward 0429 542 928

City Ward 0400 669 615

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WE are looking for a lovely family home for these adorable puppies, vet checked, vaccinated, microchipped and wormed, Jack Russell pups, 1 male tan/white, 1 female black/white, born February 2023, $1500, Wangaratta. Source number: MB124078, microchip numbers: 991003002269941, 991003002269934. Ph 0474 145 796.

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ANGEL! New to Wangaratta Sweet lady, slim and sexy No rush

0432 735 169

ANGUS bulls, very quiet, good growth.

Visit mmas.com.au for videos, data and pricing.

Murramungee Angus Stud, ph 0429 809 288.

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MASSIVE garage sale, tools, car tyres and parts, horse and camping gear, old matchbox cars and trucks, shelving, furniture, car ramps, bric-a-brac, all must go as moving interstate, no reasonable offer refused. 9am-3pm, no early callers, 33 Burke Street, Wangaratta.

AUSTRALIAN Cattle Dogs Blue Heeler pups looking for their forever homes, 4 boys, 1 0 w e e k s o l d , ve t checked, microchipped, vaccinated and wormed, $1600 ono Tarrawingee, R R Microchip numbers: To Visit Visited 991003002269929, 991003002269922, 9 9 1 0 0 3 0 0 2 2 6 9 9 3 3 , S AT U R D AY a n d 991003002269923. Ph Sunday, May 13 and 14, 8am-3pm, 41 Burke 0418 346 146.

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FREE Range Hens, ISA Good stuff priced to sell.

Brown Pullets, POL, $27 each. Phone Becky R R or Hugh on 5798 1868.

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whatever your need is in pets or livestock for all your classified advertising needs

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SATURDAY 13 and Sunday 14, 10am to 2pm, furniture, fridges, hanging plants, pots and lots more, flat 1/8 Cribbes Road, Wangaratta.

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CONCRETING - Big or small jobs. Paths, driveways, shed slabs, verandahs. 15 years experience. For a free q u o t e p h o n e Tr e v Anderson on 0422 200 761.

DANIEL’S Carpentry and Maintenance Solutions. Servicing Wa n g a r a t t a a n d surrounds. For a free quote and examples of my work find us on Facebook or www. danielscarpentry.com or phone 0413 660 636.

ENVIRO LIQUID WASTE. Your locally owned and operated septic cleaning business. Servicing septics, grease traps, triple interceptors and winery waste. Phone Peter 0419 163 420.

GARDENING, M OW I N G f o r a l l gardening needs in Wangaratta district from Violet Town to Cheshunt, Springhurst, Bundalong South.

Please phone Geoff Moore 0421 639 775.

HEDGE TRIMMING, gutter cleaning, pruning, garden tidy up, rubbish removal, odd jobs. 25 years trade experience.

Phone Michael 0412 857 771.

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EMPLOYMENT

Student Support Services Branch Manager Ovens Murray

Finding the right job for you matters to us

Position Number: 20008263 Employment Type: Ongoing – Full Time Job Function: Education and Training *SHZZPÄJH[PVU! VPSG6 Closing Date: 19/05/2023 Salary Range: $129,379 - $173,138 (+Superannuation) Contact: Bernie Boulton, 0429539421

JOIN OUR TEAM FCJ College Benalla is seeking passionate applicants for the following positions:

Food Technology, Japanese & Religious Education Teachers VIT Qualified Tutors A letter of application and resume are invited from suitably qualified/experienced teachers to commence in Semester 2, 2023.

An exciting opportunity exists to join the North-Eastern Victoria Region, Ovens Murray Area Leadership team as Student Support Services Branch Manager.

Applications close on Friday 19th May 2023

The purpose of Student Support Service (SSS) is to assist children and young

APPLY NOW VIA THE FCJ COLLEGE WEBSITE: www.fcjbenalla.catholic.edu.au

people facing a range of barriers to learning to achieve their educational and development potential through the provision of a range of strategies and specialised support at individual, group, school and Area levels.

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For further information please contact Bernie Boulton on 0429 539 421.

Temporary Part-Time (0.5 EFT) until May 2024

Candidates must address the key selection criteria to be considered for the position.

Temporary Part-Time (0.4 EFT) until January 2024

For further information on position description and selection criteria visit

We are seeking applications from suitably experienced and enthusiastic persons for the positions of Temporary Part-Time Library Services/ Customer Relations Officers.

Closing date for applications is 19 May 2023.

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NIOA (BENALLA)

Maintenance Coordinator with Australia’s leading Weapons and Munitions Provider

In the role you will be responsible for providing exceptional administrative and customer service duties which support the operation of the Sir Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop Learning Centre.

To be successful you will have demonstrated interpersonal skills and customer relations experience in a service industry.

Download an Employment Information Pack at www.benalla.vic.gov.au or obtain a pack from Human Resources Coordinator Rhonda McDonald, telephone 03 5760 2662.

NIOA is an established and growing 100% Australian owned and operated company. Due to recent program successes, a newly formed role exists within the Maintenance division to assist with the everyday running of the business for Australia’s leading Weapons & Munitions business.

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21 Sydney Road, Benalla VIC 3672 SmartPlay Early Learners Benalla are currently seeking: Lead Educator (Diploma of Early Childhood Education or 50% completed or equivalent) Assisting Educator (Cert III in Early Childhood or 50% completed or equivalent) Current Working With Children’s Check required Part-time, hours negotiable.

No expiry date to application. Starting date ASAP. Please visit www.smartplay.edu.au/careers For any enquiries please contact (03) 5764 7850

Applications addressing key selection close 5pm Monday 22 May 2023.

For a confidential discussion on the positions, telephone Human Resources Coordinator Rhonda McDonald on 03 5760 2662.

Galen

PRIVATE NURSING HOME

Rangeview Private Nursing Home currently has vacancies for REGISTERED NURSE DIVISION 1, PCA WORKERS AND COOKS Aged Care experience required.

A variety of shifts available.

Email resumes to janis@meracare.com.au

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EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

BOOKKEEPER | TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT ACCOUNTANT | SENIOR ACCOUNTANT OPPORTUNITIES Are you a motivated and focused individual seeking a fulfilling career in Chartered Accounting and Business Services? Look no further than Johnsons MME! With locations in both Wangaratta and Albury/Wodonga, we offer full-time and part-time positions with flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.

We prioritise the promotion and facilitation of both our clients’ and team members’ business and personal goals, fostering a work-life balance environment that enhances your wellbeing.

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We believe in investing in our team members’ career advancement opportunities, with the chance to complete the CA program and receive considerable postgraduate support.

With an attractive remuneration package to be negotiated with the successful candidate, we want you to feel valued for your hard work.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, submit your written application to The Human Resources Director enclosing details of your study progress, university/academic transcripts, and experience to be received no later than Monday, 29 May 2023.

Alternatively, you can submit an online application at johnsonsmme.com.au/ careers/apply_online.

Join our team at Johnsons MME and discover what a fulfilling career in Chartered Accounting and Business Services can look like.

CLIENT SERVICE COORDINATOR Are you a motivated and focused individual seeking a fulfilling career in Client Services? Look no further than Johnsons MME! There are currently roles availalbe in both Wangaratta and Albury/Wodonga and we offer full-time and part-time positions with flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.

Our Client Services Coordinators work closely with accounting teams across the firm, providing support in a range of accounting related matters for clients.

We prioritise the promotion and facilitation of both our clients’ and team members’ business and personal goals, fostering a work-life balance environment that enhances your wellbeing.

Our broad range of services includes Accounting, Audit and Assurance, Financial Advisory, Superannuation, Taxation, and Business Consulting Services.

At Johnsons MME, we offer more than just a job – we offer: •

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training and career advancement opportunities

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active social club and sporting club subsidies

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7 Chisholm St

520 Swift St

Wangaratta VIC 3677

Albury NSW 2640

T 03 5721 6233

T 02 6023 9100

EMPLOYMENT

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST ƉĂƌƚͲƟŵĞ ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶ ŝƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ĨŽƌ Ă DĞĚŝĐĂů ZĞĐĞƉƟŽŶŝƐƚ ŝŶ ŽƵƌ ďƵƐLJ 'W ĐůŝŶŝĐ͘ tĞ ĂƌĞ ůŽŽŬŝŶŐ ĨŽƌ ƚŚĞ ƌŝŐŚƚ ƉĞƌƐŽŶ͕ ǁŚŽ ĐĂŶ ĐŽŵŵŝƚ ƚŽ ƌĞŐƵůĂƌ ŚŽƵƌƐ͕ ĂƐ ǁĞůů ĂƐ ĞdžƚƌĂ ŚŽƵƌƐ ǁŚĞŶ ŶĞĞĚĞĚ͘ ƌŽƐƚĞƌĞĚ ^ĂƚƵƌĚĂLJ ƐŚŝŌ ǁŝůů ĂůƐŽ ďĞ ƌĞƋƵŝƌĞĚ͘ dŚĞ ƐƵĐĐĞƐƐĨƵů ĂƉƉůŝĐĂŶƚ ǁŝůů ŝĚĞĂůůLJ ŚĂǀĞ ƐŽŵĞ ĞdžƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ ǁŽƌŬŝŶŐ ŝŶ Ă ŵĞĚŝĐĂů ƉƌĂĐƟĐĞ ĂŶĚ ďĞ ĂďůĞ ƚŽ ǁŽƌŬ ǁĞůů ŝŶ Ă ďƵƐLJ͕ ƐŽŵĞƟŵĞƐ ǀĞƌLJ ĚĞŵĂŶĚŝŶŐ ĞŶǀŝƌŽŶŵĞŶƚ͘ ƉƉůŝĐĂŶƚƐ ĂƌĞ ĂƐŬĞĚ ƚŽ ƐĞŶĚ Ă ůĞƩĞƌ ŽĨ ĂƉƉůŝĐĂƟŽŶ ĂŶĚ ƌĞƐƵŵĞ ƚŽ͗ dŚĞ WƌĂĐƟĐĞ DĂŶĂŐĞƌ WŚŝůůŝƉƐŽŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ ůŝŶŝĐ ϲϯ WŚŝůůŝƉƐŽŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ tĂŶŐĂƌĂƩĂ͕ sŝĐ͕ ϯϲϳϳ ĚďƌŝĚŐĨŽŽƚΛƉŚŝůůŝƉƐŽŶƐƚƌĞĞƚĐůŝŶŝĐ͘ĐŽŵ͘ĂƵ ƉƉůŝĐĂƟŽŶƐ ĐůŽƐĞ ŽŶ DĂLJ ϯϭ͕ ϮϬϮϯ

CARAVANS & CAMPERS

To find out more about this role, head to johnsonsmme.com.au/careers.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, submit your written application to The Human Resources Director enclosing details of your experience, to be received no later than Monday, 29 May 2023.

TOYOTA Hilux SR5, 4WD, petrol, tray, 1981, reg (BBO864), excellent farm vehicle, no RWC, $4100. Call Rod 0439 839 228.

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7 Chisholm St

520 Swift St

Wangaratta VIC 3677

Albury NSW 2640

T 03 5721 6233

T 02 6023 9100

Find the widest range of jobs in the North East at

2009 Jayco Sterling Caravan 21ft, very little use, locally on site, great condition. $34,500 Ph. 0437 339 665.

KIA Serato 2016, auto, one owner, in good condition, reg (1HO3HB), 156,000km, $17,500 ono. Ph 0429 033 285.

2016 Ford Territory, titanium, diesel, auto, 7 seater, RWC, full service history, 60,000km, REG (1IR4EG), $32,000 ono.

Ph 0427 595 561.

2003 Ford Falcon XT BA Fairmont, only 170,000km, RWC, 5 month reg, (IJQ405), $5,500. Ph 0499 992 860. Bright.

HONDA Civic 2009, 4 0 t h a n n i v e r s a r y, 144,000km, leather seats, alloys, in very good condition, reg (AAG703), $10,500.

Ph 0428 871 803.

OLD cars wanted, cars removed. Ph 0435 083 115.

2008 Prado GXL, auto, 3.00l diesel, 7 seater, very clean and tidy, 3 4 9 , 0 0 0 k m , d r ive s well, serviced regularly, RWC, rego (SIR327), $22,500. pH 0417 561 585.

2000 silver Commodore Executive, low kilometers, one owner, reg (QMC201), $2500 ono. Ph 5721 6078.

WANTED TO BUY VINTAGE jewellery, old watches, coins, notes and anything unusal.

Turn your unwanted goods and cash. Ph 0478 162 069.

FOR SALE GUINEA fowl, $20. Ph 5725 3271.

M OT H E R ’ S D a y flowers available, chrysanthemum bunches f r om $15, m i xe d p o s i e s f r o m $20, box and flower arrangements available, portia mix, gerbera and lily mix. Delivery available, 78 Arundels Lane, Wangaratta. Ph 0407 500 302.

TYRES new and secondhand, trailer, rims, wreckiing. New hours 9am to 5pm, M o n d a y, Tu e s d a y, Wednesday, 44 Newman Street, Wangaratta. Ph 0428 257 221. Adzam Tyres.

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Golden Wedding Anniversary

Alan and Jayne JARRAD Married May 12, 1973 at St Mark’s Anglican Church, Fitzroy 50 wonderful years together

BRADEN, Esther.

Deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of life member Esther.

Personal Notices may be placed before 2.30pm the business day prior to publication

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FISHER, Patricia (Pat).

Formerly of Wangaratta.

Loved wife of John Fisher.

Mother of Robyn (dec), Dale and John.

Private Burial.

DEATH NOTICES BOWIE, Robert Arthur (Bob).

You were the love of my life. and we had a wonderful life together.

You were my rock, you made me so very happy.

Thanks for doing everything for me, even right till the end.

I love you so very much. ~ Your loving wife Leonie.

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DEATH NOTICES

FUNERALS

IN MEMORIAM

BOWIE, Robert Arthur (Bob).

FITZSIMMONS The service to celebrate the life of Mr Michael Raymond (Mick) Fitzsimmons will be held in the Mason Park Chapel, 95 Mason Street, Wangaratta on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 10.30am.

A private cremation will follow.

Mick’s service can be viewed via livestream at www.masonpark.com.au/live-streaming/

In loving memory of

Our hearts are broken knowing we will never see that cheeky smile again.

We will miss your kindness and trusted advice whenever needed.

Your love for family, especially your grandchildren and spoiling them rotten!

No matter if we were sitting in silence or having a laugh, time spent with you was pure magic.

We miss you beyond words and you’ll always hold a special place in our hearts.

Love you to the moon and back x ~ Matthew, Rachel, Dustin and Hadley.

FITZSIMMONS, Michael Raymond (Mick).

Passed away peacefully at St John’s Respect Wangaratta with his daughter and Molly his dog by his side.

Aged 70 years.

Much loved father of Charmaine and Naithan (dec).

Father-in-law of Matt.

Loving Grandad of Taylor and Dylan.

Reunited with Julie and Naithan.

Will be missed by all.

SAWERS, Valda Florence (Val).

Bowie, Robert Arthur (Bob).

Dad, there was still so much I wanted to say, We were so lucky to have you in our lives.

I will miss your voice; it was such a comfort.

I loved our chats and watching the footy together.

I will miss your jokes and your positive outlook on life.

You never complained, you were always positive, even right till the end.

I will always remember you. ~ Love Andrew.

So many discussions about Chris Scott and the cats playing list, but he got Geelong another Premiership in the end!

You were good old Collingwood through and through, but I reckon you had a soft spot for Geelong.

You will be missed by all, but mostly your family.

Grief is the price we pay for love. ~ Love Lauren.

My Pop was a great Pop. I loved it when we would go and have an ice cream together.

I will miss you so very much. ~ Love Chloe.

I will miss spending time with my Pop. Pop always made me laugh.

I will miss your big hugs and kisses. ~ Love Chelsea.

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DOOLAN, Christopher.

Holding you close within my heart, There you will remain.

Walking beside me throughout my life, Then we will meet again, and continue on together forever.

Whenever you said you loved me, I always said “Ditto” then you smiled. ~ Shirley Ann.

BRADEN, Esther Frances.

Eldest daughter of Jim and Verna Hall.

Sister to John (Midge), Willie, Doreen (dec), Kathleen, Tricia (dec), Christine, David (dec), Robert (dec).

Much loved sister to us all.

Rest in peace. ~ Loved sister of Kathleen.

Loved Auntie to Gavin and Darren.

Will be missed by all.

Love to all of the family.

4/10/1933 – 4/5/2023 Beloved wife of Robert (Bob) (dec).

Dearly loved mother of Andrew and adored ‘Granny Val’ of Noah and Aurora.

Val passed away peacefully at Northeast Health Wangaratta on May 4, 2023.

The family wish to thank the staff at Northeast Health Wangaratta Emergency Department and Medical Ward for providing the greatest care and support in her final days.

You will always be remembered for your kind, caring and loving nature.

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To all at Mason Park and Rosemary, thank you for guiding us through, what was a tragic loss in our lives.

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You are and will always be immensely loved, cherished and so very deeply missed.

Forever our precious and beautiful Morgan.

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SPORT

On for young and old at Oxley table tennis IT was on for young and old when 23 players turned up at 7pm for the Oxley social table tennis competition last Monday.

After walking the long road to the hall, Debbie Brunken was fresh as a daisy when she and ‘the bloke with history’ Neil Brock threw out the challenge to ‘Will to win’ Bonwick and ‘hit or miss’ June Uebergang.

One of the longest games on the night proved to be hard on the older players, however, they supported their partners to the best of their ability.

Keeping track of the scores was difficult but everyone was in agreeance when Bonwick announced the final scores of 25-23.

The unstoppable Joyce Fisher was hot to trot and this was laid out on the carpet when she and Neil Spurgeon made it as hard as possible for laughing Lucy Uebergang and red hot Richard Morgan.

With Fisher’s serves proving difficult and supported

by Spurgeon’s returns, Uebergang and Morgan had the job in front of them.

A great game finished with lots of chatter and laughter with one declaring “we’ll get ya next week”.

In a family feud game, Adam Bosley and daughter Phoebe faced up to their friends and foes Kate Cole and son Archie Crispin in a nail-biting contest.

Every stroke in the book

HIT AWAY: John Fisher, Lucy Ubergang and Graham Stephens in the thick of the competition of the Oxley table tennis on Monday night.

PHOTO: Jason Mullins was displayed by all players as spectators oohed and aahed as the young guns set up the shots for the oldies.

Who won?

Dunno.

Jason Mullins was quick to remove his Golden Fleece

when he and Richard the lionheart Morgan took on the sleeveless pair Panni Poulos and Graham Stephens in a close battle.

After plenty of high powered attack and defence not much separated the pairs

but it was the M&Ms who won the chocolates.

It was another all in the families game when young guns Audrey and Allister Olsson challenged Audrey’s friend and her mother, Marnie and Kate Woodberry, in a cat and mouse game of catch me if you can.

With Allister sending down some rippers, sister Audrey was ready for the rebounds that came back hard and fast from the Woodberrys.

A great game between friendly foes ended with an unsurprising result - a tiebreaker.

Newcomer mathematician Dale Stebbins quickly summed up the game when he and Martin Butcher put

out the challenge to Simon Brown and John Fisher.

There was power and precision right through the contest giving onlookers plenty to cheer about.

But with deafening noise and laughter unfortunately the scores could not be heard.

Following another evening of many sets of enjoyable close competition, thirsts and appetites were satisfied with everyone enjoying the last match of the night with a cuppa and scrumptious eats.

Adults and secondary students are most welcome to join the group which meets at the Oxley hall every Monday beginning at 7pm.

Bring your own bat, $2 entry fee and a plate to share.

SCOREBOARD JUBILEE GOLF CLUB SATURDAY, May 6 Stroke Winner: Val Ellis 73.

Ball winners: Leeanne Carmody 75.

NTP: 8th Val Ellis, 13th Leeanne Carmody.

Saturday, May 6 Stroke 1st round club championships A Grade Winner: Daniel McPhee 72. Runner Up: Nat Hirunwiwat 74. B Grade Winner: Jeff Elliott 71. Runner Up: Jaxon Osmotherly 72. C Grade Winner: Steve Rigoni 75. Runner Up: Fraser Jeffrey 75. D Grade Winner: Terry Docherty 78. Runner Up:Greg Hogan 79.

Ball Winners: Jacob Schonafinger 74, Shane Andrewartha 75, Glenn Ryan 75, Ian Miills 76, Dylan Pool 76, Daryl Johnstone 76, Steve Fisher 77, Leslie Naidoo 77, Wayne Roberts 77, Wayne Hibberson 77, Martin Hill 77, Rhys Rigoni 77, Bronte Bruce 77, Rodney Sebire 77, Andy Senkic 78, Zac Guilfoyle 78, Charl Demink 78.

Super Nine Club Shirt: Michael Baillie 20.

Aroma Deli: Laurie Miller 19.

2 Balls: Ric Chivers 19.

NTP: 4th Ken Beitzel, 8th Jim Darcy, 13th Andy Senkic, 17th Jeff Elliott.

Sunday, May 7 - Stableford Winner: Eon Scott 34 Ball winners: Martin Hill 26, Wayne Hibberson 25.

NTP: 13th Eon Scott.

Monday, May 8 Vets Stableford A Grade Winner: Michael Baillie 34.

B Grade Winner: Noel Holmes 36.

Ball winners: Ray Hyland 34, Greg Hogan 34, Phil Bebb 33, Laurie Miller 32.

NTP: 4th Chris O’Keefe, 8th Mike Monro, 13th Bernie Grealy.

Tuesday, May 9 Stroke 1st Round Club Championships and Silver Spoon A Grade Winner: Ange Mitchell 77 B Grade Winner: Carol Myles 77.

Ball winners: Bruna McDonald (2) 79, Judy Fogarty 80, Kaye Pink 80, Frances Duffy 81, Kellie Roberts 81 NTP: 4th Ange Mitchell, 8th Val Ellis, 13th Judy Fogarty, 17th Ange Mitchell.

Wednesday, May 10 - Stableford A Grade Winner: Steven Fisher 38.

B Grade Winner: Sam Richards 42.

C Grade Winner: Ian Wiedemann 33 c/b.

Ball winners: Ric Chivers 38, Martin VanRhee 37, Jim Moore 35,

Laurie Miller 35, Carmine Pane 34, Alan White 34, David Richards 33, Michael Monro 32 C/B Eagles: Geoff Gourley (9th) 2b.

Wednesday, May 10 - Stableford A Grade Winner: Michael Lugg 21.

Ball winners: Wade Goodwin 19, Sam Richards 18.

Playing days are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday commencing at 1pm.

Visitors are welcome to come down and enjoy some games with our members.

Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow for the draw to be done.

Late arrivals will be included in the next game.

The club is located at 46 Ryan Avenue, Wangaratta.

For further information please contact one of the numbers listed below.

President Janet Kelly 0429166016 or Secretary Terry Wilson on 0417326739.

WANGARATTA GOLF CLUB WGC Competitions: Week ending May 7 Womens Competition: May 2 - Womens Championship 1st Round Winners: Glenda Dodson 67 Nett.

Runners Up: Jan Hill 72 Nett.

Ball Winners: Lorraine Adams, Sue Miller, Barb Thomas, Nora Martin, Judy Brown.

NTP: 4th Jan Hill, 9th Lorraine Adams.

Mens Competition: May 3 18 Hole Stableford Winner: Michael Webster 35 Points. Runner Up: Peter McLaughlin 34 Points.

Ball Winners: Kurt Schubert, Dean Campagna.

NTP 4th Kurt Schubert, 9th Kurt Schubert, 11th Kurt Schubert, 16th Dean Campagna.

9 Hole Stableford Winner: Graeme Beale Runner Up: Ed Smith Women’s Competition - Thursday, May 4 - 9 hole Stableford Winner: Carol Coghill 16 Points.

18 Hole Stableford.

Winner: Glenda Dodson 37 Points 18 Hole Stroke - Monthly Medal May 6 A Grade Winner: Scptt Thomson 71 Nett (MEDAL WINNER). A Grade Runner Up: Trevor Clark 72 C/B Nett.

B Grade Winner: Binh Chu 66 Nett.

B Grade Runner up: Jarred Clark 71 Nett (MEDAL WINNER).

Ball Winners: Ashley Clayton, Laurie Miller, Craig Henwood, Steve Bismire.

NTP: 4th Rod Moyle, 7th Trevor Clark, 9th Ashley Clayton, 11th Scott Thomson, 13th Trevor Cooper, 16th Rod Moyle.

Secret 6: Ryan Massey.

Raffle: Sue Chatfield.

TARRA GOLF CLUB TARRAWINGEE Golf Club Results Saturday, May 6.

The members played the first round of the club championships and the leader after the first round is Jason McCoy, nett winner on the day was Angelo Garraffo 92-21-71,

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GOLF LOVER: Matt Nicholosi enjoyed a round at the Wangaratta Golf Club.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling runner up Leo McCoy nett 72, the Monthly Medal which was held in conjunction and was won on a countback by Glen Simmons from Mark Nolan.

Nearest the pin: 2nd Mark Nolan, 4th Glen Simmons, 8th (Hollywoods Award) Jason McCoy. Golf on Saturday, May 13 will be the second round of the club championships which will be conducted over the next three Saturdays.

Ladies are asked to attend as there will be a separate event for them.

The hit off times for Saturday’s are 11:30am roll up for a 12noon start, we ask members to be early to enable the days program to be organised.

New members are always welcome at the Tarrawingee Golf Club.

The contact number is 0428122590 or by contacting a member of the club.

Tarra ladies Tarra ladies braved the cold to play a three-person Ambrose on Tuesday.

The winners were Audrey Bradfield, Lucia DaPos and Di McLaughlin.

On Friday, June 2 the ladies will be conducting their Annual Tournament featuring the A G Warehouse Bowl.

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Many great prizes on offer.

CROQUET RESULTS for Monday, May 8 are as follows: Robyn Muller and Janet Kelly d Wendy Waddington and Heather Gulbin 7/3, Gavan Kelly and Maureen O’Keefe d Bruce Guttormsen and Elaine Mudge 7/2, Terry Wilson and Nathan Reynolds d Lauren Kazenwadel and Sally Fisher 7/1, Joan Dyson and Wendy Burgess d Christine Ireland and Margaret Bennett 7/6, Yvonne McLaughlin and Elise Downes d Elaine McDonald and Dawn Wind 7/2.

On Friday, May 5 seven Wangaratta members travelled to Wodonga to compete in the NEDCA Autumn Social Day which was run in two divisions.

Terry Wilson won the lower handicap division, while Maureen O’Keefe was runner-up in the higher handicap division.

Andy Barbero and his croquet partner Janine Sisson from Mornington played in the Australian Croquet Association Doubles Tournament in Melbourne finishing in the middle of a field of forty eight.

Former Wangaratta member, Shane Downie placed fourth in the doubles with Kevin McGlynn of Canberra.

Currently, Andy is playing in the Australian Singles Tournament and is placed third of twelve in his block with four more days to play.

WEDNESDAY, May 10 Lower Ovens Walk 11 walkers including Benny, an international visitor from Timor Leste, walked about 7 kms along the banks of the Ovens River in superb weather conditions.

After driving in on the Frost’s Crossing Track from the main road, we parked near Cleal’s Bend and then followed the river track south until Hill’s track heads off to the west and into billabong country.

The group then ambled along Boundary Track back to our cars.

Highlights were talking briefly to some campers enjoying those delightful Ovens campsites, spying a sleeping koala in a big red gum and meeting friendly Parks Victoria staff and weed removal contractors.

Coming Events Saturday, May 13 Kelly’s Lookout, Beechworth, Lesley, 0439 776 687.

A medium walk of approx 13km on a relatively flat 4WD gravel track, a bush track, and the last kilometre off track, with loose stones, exposed rock and a steep descent. Views along the valley. 250 metre ascent and descent.

Sunday, May 28.

Ingram’s Rock, Beechworth Historic Park, Chris, 0418 503 802.

A medium loop walk of approx 10km on bush tracks in the Beechworth Historic Park, visiting Ingram’s Rock, Fidde’s Quarry, Precipice Lookout and other features of the Park.

Thursday, June 1.

Killawarra Forest Walk, Chris, 0418 503 802.

An easy walk of two 4km loops on bush tracks from the picnic area at Killawarra Camp in the Warby Ovens National Park.

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SPORT

Dragons impress on field across all grades WANGARATTA’s under 14 side are showing some really good improvement this week.

The Dragons played Magpies in Albury and the rain did not stop.

Edward Robertson captained the team with great leadership and inspiration at half-time.

Wangaratta followed their game plan and had many attacking movements down the wing into the D and lots of shots on goals.

A great run and pass by Hamish Kerr to James Wheeler who was in great position to score a goal and was a stand out for the play of the day.

Adara Evans took out the best on ground with strong defence and Lachie Rymill got the encouragement award.

Unfortunately, the Dragons didn’t come away with the win but they are getting better as a team, which is fantastic to see.

The division three men had their work cut out for them on Saturday as they faced a strong Norths team from Albury, so it was no surprise when Hunter Kerr’s goal was promptly equalised by a determined Norths team.

But the Wangaratta Dragons were not going to lay down and quit.

They fought back hard, with the young men on the team really stepping up to be counted.

Xavier Bennett put in such an amazing performance that he was awarded the coaches’ best on ground.

Not to be out done by his son, Stewart Kerr stepped up and scored the winning goal in the third quarter.

With experienced players on the field like Tim Longman and Antho-

ny Couche the men made it to the final bell one goal up.

The division three women played a competitive game on Saturday and won 2-0 against Wombats.

Lucy North and Adelaide Crocker brought the balls into the goals where Susie Rudd and Jessica White were both in prime position to score a goal each.

Full backs Jane Dwyer, Turtle and Louise Trenker played fiercely and no goal was scored on their watch.

The youngsters of the team - Ada Wheeler, Ellie Samson and Lucy Dwyer - performed amazing tackling to retrieve the ball from the opposition.

Hannah Davy and Lesley Forman also played well in the front and backline in a brilliant game to watch.

The under 12 girls went into the game against Wodonga full of confidence after a last start win against the Magpies.

The first quarter was scoreless with the Wangaratta girls creating opportunities but unable to capitalise.

Early in the second quarter Wodonga scored.

The Dragons responded immediately with Kiana Lane tapping one in from the left post for her tenth goal of the season.

Wangaratta dominated play in the second half with Kyrah Evans and Greta Le proving impassable at half back.

The game looked like ending in a stalemate before a great individual goal from captain, Emma Shallue, broke the deadlock and gave the Dragons a 2-1 lead.

After a nervous last two minutes the defence held firm to give the

IN CONTROL: Alex Ellem keeps possession of the ball. side their third victory of the season and third position on the ladder.

The under 16 boys took on top of the table Norths.

With both teams undermanned due to representative duties, the boys went into the game with some confidence.

With plenty more of end to end ball movement, the boys ran hard all game.

Edward Robertson switched positions from wing to a more central half, and took on the switch admirably.

He marked his opposing player pretty well for most of the night, but while still learning the game was caught out of position a couple of times.

The other newcomer to the team, Ollie Fox, got himself in some great positions on the wing, at times to receive the ball unmarked.

Jack Weir, the fearless goalie, made some fantastic saves in goals, being backed up by Alistair Merritt, who himself made a couple of amazing goal lines saves to keep the score respectable and also taking out the player of the match.

Unfortunately the boys were unable to come away with a win going down 3-0

PHOTOS: Kylie Samson

YOU SHALL NOT PASS: Adelaide Crocker tries to work around her defender.

The under 16s girls took the field Friday night and welcomed Eliza Garraffo to the Dragons and she got straight into it.

Adara Evans played a great game, read the play well and she was always in the best position on the field, unfortunately she didn’t get the ball as much as hoped but it’s something the

girls were working hard to do. player of the match went to Lily Gibb FOR played hard, gaining the ball back in defence, taking those big hit outs and finding the spaces.

Though our numbers are slowly growing we are still playing short and hopefully with a few more players we can turn into an attacking team and get some goals on the board.

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ROUND

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MATCH PREVIEWS

Whorouly Lions seeking resurgence with hunt

By NATHAN DE VRIES AFTER a positive first round to their season Whorouly has faced injuries and inconsistencies, but a win over King Valley tomorrow at home may be just the shot in the arm the Lions need.

It’s been a tough year so far for the Lions, with multiple long-term injuries preventing the senior squad from settling and stringing together some cohesive football, despite patches of brilliance, most recently leading top side Greta at half-time.

Coach Riley Calvene, who himself will be missing from the King Valley match with a calf complaint, said it hasn’t been the easiest start for the Mighty Maroons.

“We’ve had a fair few injuries, and it just seems like when it rains, it pours - instead of getting one or two, we end up with three or four,” he said.

“We’ve had a lot of changes most weeks so it’s been pretty hard for guys to settle into the team, playing in a lot of different positions and being undermanned most weeks.

“I’ve got full confidence in the way we play, we saw last year in the second half how well it goes when executed consistently, and we’ve seen it this year in patches.

“We’ve had a lot of great patches of footy where we’ve looked really good, but it’s just been a lack of rotations in the second half due to injuries that’s really hurt us.

“If we play the way we want to, we’ll beat anyone.”

The Lions currently sit eighth on the senior ladder with a 1-4 record, and if Whorouly wants to keep their season alive, wins on the board is the only way forward.

“What a win brings is confidence,” Calvene said.

“We’ve had a tough month of football, so if we walk away on top, coming back in Tuesday the following week you’ve got that spring in your step, we’ve got confidence our best is good enough.

“In terms of the rest of the year, it’s games like these we have to win, because if we drop a few more games the year’s over before you know it.

“We’re well aware of what this week means, but it’s not the end if we don’t walk away on top.”

The Roos have faced similar struggles early in the season, but have found ways to win four of their six matches played.

With quality players across the ground, and plenty of young players with run in the legs, King Valley looms as a true challenge for the Lions.

“They’ve got some really A grade players like Tony Ciancio, Jack

Davies, Beau Wheeler - they’ve got some really good A graders,” Calvene said.

“For us, we’ve just got to match them around the rest of the ground - we need 21 contributors, not four or five.

“I think we’ve just got to control the ball on the inside, win our contests then trust our outside run and our ball use.

“We were able to maintain possession a lot against Greta, so if we can control the ball and maintain possession, we’re not going to give them a chance to attack.”

Whorouly hosts King Valley tomorrow in their Mother’s Day clash.

In other round seven matches, the Blues take on Benalla All Blacks at home, North Wangaratta looks to upset the Demons, Tarrawingee goes up against Bonnie Doon, and Bright squares off against the Bats.

READY TO FLY: Tyler Schulze and the Hawks are prepared for a massive month of football, which kicks off against Milawa tomorrow. PHOTO: Marc Bongers

Hawks to face the fires of Milawa

By NATHAN DE VRIES

ONE of the most-improved sides in the Ovens and King league face an established name tomorrow, as the North Wangaratta Hawks make the drive to take on the Milawa Demons in their own backyard.

The Hawks currently sit sixth on the ladder after a bottom three finish to last season, after a string of three back-to-back victories.

On the other hand, Milawa are also on a bit of a spree, with their last two matches resulting in victories of more than 80 points.

North Wangaratta coach Steve Manning said his side had really started to play cohesive football in the past month.

“We felt like we turned a little corner against Greta four weeks ago, we had a good win against Whorouly,” he said.

“The boys are striking a bit of form, we’re starting to get a bit of consistency in our side as well, with not too many ins and outs every week which makes a difference.

“If there has been a change or two, we feel like we’ve got the depth and experience underneath to bring another solider in to fulfil that role.

“It’s a work in progress, but we still feel like we haven’t played our best footy yet, we still feel like there are improvements across all lines that we can make.

“We’re just working as hard as

we can to make that happen every week.”

The Milawa match tomorrow kicks off an important block of games for the Hawks, with North Wangaratta facing the Demons, Bright, King Valley and Bonnie Doon over the next four weeks.

“It’s really going to tell us where we’re at, and my guys are really excited about it,” Manning said.

“They’ve worked really hard, they had a tough summer and they’ve been working hard to get the results they want over the last month.

“To come up now against an experienced and hardened side like Milawa is perfect timing, we couldn’t be more excited about the challenge.

“We’re going to bring a young side, we had nine teenagers play in our side last weekend, so we’ve really backed our youth, we’ve put them into tough situations and they’re relishing the challenge.”

With their targets in front of them, and a fire in their bellies, the Hawks are ready to take on the challenge.

“We’re looking forward to the next month of footy,” Manning said.

“I wouldn’t say it’s going to make or break our season, but I certainly think it could define our season, it could really put us in great stead.

“The opportunity is so exciting, we’re just going to give it everything we’ve got, the boys are ready.”

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Bombers a threat to Tarrawingee’s winning run

By NATHAN DE VRIES BONNIE Doon’s A grade netball squad will have their hands full tomorrow when they take on defensive powerhouse Tarrawingee at The Kennel.

The Bulldogs have conceded the second-least amount of goals from their five matches played, but sit fourth on the ladder.

Meanwhile, the only two games the Bombers have dropped have been against last year’s grand finalists, and flag contenders once again, Greta and Milawa.

With a harsh early fixture, Bonnie Doon coach Michelle Tanner said her girls were ready to stretch their legs and start posting consistent results.

“When we played Greta, I was very happy with our game because we were incredibly competitive for the first half - we were only down by two in the first quarter and then it was only seven at half time,” she said.

“That’s massive for us, so I was very happy with that game.

“When we played Milawa, it probably wasn’t our best game, but they didn’t flog us, so I was happy with that game as well.

“I think we’re pretty much settled, they’re all happy and that’s all you can ask for, they’re all enjoying playing so it’s good.

“We’re playing well, I think we’ve just got to do it for the full 60 minutes.”

Tanner said her side always looks forward to pitting themselves against the Bulldogs, with a fierce contest expected in the Bombers’ shooting circle.

“I don’t worry too much about what the other team’s doing, I always tell our girls to focus on what we do,” she said.

“Their defenders are going to do their job, but our girls have got to do their job.

“We’re lucky that we don’t have one shooter that we rely on - Portia (Keatch) and Steph (Ward), if the last couple of games are anything to go by, they share the goaling quite equally, which is probably quite rare.

“When you’ve got a shooter like Portia, a tall, holding shooter, they normally will take the brunt of the goals, but Steph’s just as good, so they share it, and I think that works for us to have two options in there.

“Steph in particular, she’s been shooting at at least 80-85 per cent each game.

“She’s a long-range shooter, she’s not scared to put them up, but then it’s good to have Portia there too because you can just give it to her with her height.”

With the top half of the ladder looking extremely competitive, the Bombers need wins on the board to make their case for finals.

“Looking at the other teams, King Valley’s coming on better than they were last year so they’re going to be tough as well, Whorouly’s never easy, none of them are easy,” Tanner said.

“It will be nice to not have to worry about Milawa and Greta again, but we definitely won’t be putting our heads down thinking it’ll be easy.”

The Bombers head to Tarrawingee tomorrow to take on the Bulldogs, with the A grade match starting from 2.15pm.

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Devils searching for momentum WANGARATTA City gets a golden opportunity to return to the winners’ list this weekend when they meet St Pat’s.

Paddies are yet to win a game in 2023 and after a tough loss to Wodonga Diamonds last weekend, the Devils will be eager to snatch victory.

Wangaratta should see a number of players return from illness, including star Jordan Vellien.

Coach Raff Molinaro said his side is looking to build over the coming weeks.

“The next couple of weeks are really important for us,” Molinaro said.

“We need to get momentum over the next couple of weeks and hopefully we can start that against St Pat’s.

“We always say we need to treat every game as serious as the last and that’s certainly the case again this weekend.

“It’ll be interesting to see what sort of response we get from the boys but we won’t be taking this game lightly.”

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After eight rounds Wangaratta sits in sixth position but are just one win behind the second placed Cobram.

Molinaro said his side is where he expected them to be at prior to the 2023 season starting.

“I think at the start of the season I thought we’d be where we are now at this point of the season,” he said.

“Earlier on in the year we had some great wins and were really happy with how we were going but now we’re in a position where I thought we’d be from the start.

“We just need to keep moving on and building.”

ROUND NINE: Vitaly Leschen and Wangaratta City take on St Pat’s this weekend.

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Lady Devils are coming home

By NATHAN DE VRIES

TRUE CHALLENGE: Beth Cope and the Lady Devils will be pushed when they host Melrose FC this Sunday.

PHOTO: Kat De Naps Photography

Wangaratta City FC

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AFTER five weeks of trekking around the North East, Wangaratta City FC’s senior women’s side will return home to South Wangaratta to host Melrose FC this Sunday from 11.20am.

The Lady Devils are coming off of a 2-1 win over Wodonga Diamonds, and with a win over Melrose leapfrogging them to second place, the match is shaping up as incredibly important for their season aspirations.

It will be a definite test for Wangaratta’s defensive structures - four of their last five outings were decided by a single goal, and the Lady Devils are yet to keep a clean sheet so far this season.

Coach Dan Kelly said it was time for the defenders to stand up and dominate.

“Keeping a clean sheet would be our next target,” he said.

“We’ve won five games but we’ve conceded one or two goals in those games.

“There’s going to be a point in this year where we’re only going to score one, and to win,

we’ll need our defence to keep a clean sheet.”

Up against the current number two side in the competition, Kelly said his side would have to use speed to keep possession and create their chances.

“We’re pretty similar in the way we both play,” he said.

“We’ve probably got a bit more pace, so as long as we can bring the physicality battle and match them with that, and try and utilise our fast girls up the wings and up front, hopefully we should nick a few goals.”

The reserves side also has a challenging match ahead of them, with the seventh-ranked Lady Devils hosting St Pat’s, who are just one point behind them on the ladder.

Wangaratta City are three goals behind St Pat’s on goal difference, with a huge win for Wangaratta sure to elevate them up the Ladder.

The reserve match gets underway from 9.50am this Sunday at South Wangaratta Recreation Reserve, with the division one women’s match to begin from 11.20am.

Sunday, May 14 Juniors: From 9:55am D1 Women v Melrose: 11:20am D1 Men: 3:00pm

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MATCH PREVIEW

Wangaratta Rovers a chance to grab first win

By WILLSON MACK WANGARATTA Rovers A grade netballers will be searching for their first win tomorrow when they host Albury.

The Hawks look a genuine chance to notch up their first win for the season when they meet the Tigers who have penciled in just the one win this season.

Albury have had a tough draw to start the season though, having played Yarrawonga, Myrtleford, and Wangaratta all in the first four rounds with their only win

coming against North Albury.

Wangaratta Rovers coach Gracie Reid can’t wait for the challenge.

“We definitely feel like it’s a good opportunity to take the win,” Reid said.

“I think they’ve got some young players in their team like us so it’ll be a good match up.

“We have Albury, then Wodonga and then North Albury so we really want to set a high standard so we can hopefully push all three of those teams over the next few weeks.”

The Hawks are coming off the bye after being sched-

Rovers ready for match of the round AFTER a tough loss to Myrtleford two weeks ago, things won’t get any easier for Wangaratta Rovers when they clash with Albury this weekend.

Fresh off the bye, the Hawks will host the Tigers at home who will also be hoping to return to the winners’ circle after going down to the Magpies last weekend.

Rovers are yet to have played in a game decided by more than seven points this season and this clash once again looks destined for a thriller.

Wangaratta Rovers coach Sam Murray is expecting another tight tussle.

“Albury are a really good side and we’ve had some

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great battles with them over the last two years including last year’s finals win,” Murray said.

“I think this will give us a good insight on where we’re at because we’ve had some close games with sides who aren’t going as well as Albury.

“We have a bit of a bad trait in playing in relevance to our competitors so hopefully we’re up to the challenge of Albury.”

Tomorrow’s test against the Tigers will be a massive task for Hawks’ ruckman

uled to play Corowa-Rutherglen last weekend but fell to Myrtleford by 32 goals in their previous match.

“We’ve all had a week away from netball but our C grade and juniors were playing so we tried to get around them,” Reid said.

“Myrtleford were a really polished team and knew what they were doing off by heart so we got caught chasing so it was definitely a good time to have a break .

“We learnt things from that game though so coming into Albury we really want to set high standads at training

and try and bring a positive mindset to the game.”

The Hawks will have 2022 best and fairest winner Sami Kreltszheim return to the line-up though after she missed the Saints game.

“It’s going to be great to have Sami back,” Reid said.

“She’s an older head and a lot of the girls really look up to her.

“We also work together with me playing wing attack and her in goal attack so I’m pumped to have her back.”

Even if a win doesn’t come from their clash with the Tigers, Reid is hopeful her side

can keep the contest tight.

“We haven’t been happy with the scoreline that’s come out of a few of the games,” she said.

“We lost by 32 to Myrtleford so we definitely want to be making our games a little bit closer so that’ll be a focus for the rest of the season.

“I’ve said to the girls even if we’re not winning we can still try and keep the score close which gives us something to work towards.”

Reid said it’s important to keep her young players positive after consecutive losses.

“It’s definitely difficult to

try and keep the young players positive,” she said.

“Coming into a good standard of netball can be difficult so you can get pretty down on yourself before anyone even tells you that you’re doing things wrong.

“It’s really important to try and keep them in a good head space.”

Meanwhile, Wangaratta takes on Wodonga Raiders at Birallee Park.

It’s set to be a close contest with both teams having only dropped one match this season, both to reigning premiers Yarrawonga.

GOAL KICKER: Alex Marklew shapes as a massive player in Wangaratta Rovers’ chances of downing Albury this weekend.

Toby Murray who has had an outstanding season to date but will face arguably the league’s best big man in Isaac Muller.

Muller leads the league in hit outs (169) and clearances (47).

“Isaac’s a big player in their side from an impact point of view,” Murray said.

“He’s been around the league for a long time and has been a really good player for a long time so it’s going to be a massive challenge for Toby.

“Toby’s aware that if he’s going to be the player he wants to be he needs to compete with the best.

“Whichever ruckman gets on top will give their side plenty of good looks so it’s

going to be strong battle in there.”

Both sides boast gun midfields which will prove to be a massive factor in the result.

“The midfield is a barometer,” Murray said.

“Most teams have gun forwards, we’ve got Alex Marklew and Tom Baulch, Yarrawonga has Leigh Williams and Albury has Jacob Conlan who is out with injury but if your midfield can get on top and give your forwards good looks it has a massive impact on the game.

“Most good forwards a good enough that if you give them half a chance to kick a score they will so if you can have 40-50 inside 50s a game it goes a long way to winning.

“The midfield battle plays a massive part in that.”

Murray believes his side has taken plenty out of the loss to the Saints.

“The weeks are certainly a lot longer when you have a bye so we’ve had plenty of time to look at that,” he said.

“We’ve identified a few flaws in our game, we were beaten in our clearance work which wasn’t up to standard and defensively we have some things to improve.

“We’ve worked hard on those at training so hopefully we see improvement there this weekend.”

The Hawks may see Will Nolan return from a rib injury that he suffered in round

one, while Will McCarthy is likely to miss another week after suffering a concussion against Myrtleford.

McCarthy’s concussion led to the match being called off but thankfully the young star is on the mend.

Meanwhile, a win this weekend would have Wangaratta back on track after a slow start to the season.

The Magpies are travelling to Birralee Park to take on Wodonga Raiders in a bid to make it three straight wins after starting the season with a trio of losses.

Raiders will be breathing fire after falling to North Albury last weekend and no doubt Cam Ellis-Yolmen will be leading from the front.

The clash starts at 2pm.

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Car Club to celebrate historic 70th anniversary

THE North Eastern Car Club (NECC) will celebrate a remarkable achievement in June when it holds a 70th Anniversary Celebration Dinner.

The club began in March 1953 and initially focussed its attention on circuit racing, firstly at the old Wangaratta Aerodrome in Greta Road, then at a purpose-built track at Tarrawingee.

Since those early years, the club has remained firmly attached to Tarrawingee, although the racing circuit is long gone, having fallen victim to the rising costs of maintenance.

In more recent years the NECC’s focus been more on

gravel rallying, and has regularly run rounds of either the Australian or Victorian Rally Championships.

Training young drivers has also been a long-held part of the club’s existence, and hundreds of youngsters have been taught valuable driving skills through motorkhana and khanacross events over many years.

Their Junior Driver Development Program has had hundreds of participants over many years, with kids as young as 12 able to learn the skills of driving a car in a safe environment.

The 70th anniversary dinner will be held on Saturday, June 3 at the Grand Oaks

Function Room at the Wangaratta Turf Club.

Along with a three-course meal, many of the club’s long-term members will talk about their experiences in the club, while long-distance rally competitor Matt Bryson will entertain with stories of his worldwide adventures.

This will be the perfect time for NECC members both new and old - to catch up with old friends, make some new ones and join us to celebrate an amazing 70 years of one of Victoria’s oldest continuous car clubs.

To book tickets for the event, head to the club’s website at www.northeasterncarclub.com.au.

CATCH THE RACING BUG: Racing on the North Eastern Car Club’s track at the Wangaratta Aerodrome in Greta Road

Huge round of semi-finals at Wangaratta table tennis

THREE YEAR DEAL: The Lavington Sportsground will host the next three Ovens and Murray grand finals. PHOTO: AlburyCity

The Ovens and Murray grand final will be played at Lavington for the next three years ■ From back page

“It highlighted the increasing pressure on clubs and respective councils not only to submit, but ultimately deliver the event, in a timeframe that is no longer relative to the size of the event.”

Sinclair said the recently redeveloped sportsground enhanced the O&M’s biggest day.

“The redeveloped Lavington Sportsground proved itself to be an outstanding facility for last season’s grand final, with spectator and player

experiences the key focus,” he said.

“The recent resurfacing of the netball show court, along with the completion of a new court since last year’s decider, will further enhance what the facility can provide.

“We look forward to working with Lavington Panthers and Albury City to build the event over the next three seasons.”

Only 8700 people attended the 2022 O&M grand final at Lavington, however, it was held the day after the AFL Grand Final.

Community Umpiring Week

THE

INNER SANCTUM

This weekend the AFL, AFL North East Border and its Leagues celebrate Community Umpiring Week.

Community Umpiring Week acknowledges the important role umpires play in our great game. On behalf of the ‘Home’ & ‘Away’ football clubs, and football fans across Australia, we thank our umpires for their contribution to football.

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Over the past week Auskick kicked off across the region, with boys and girls from ages 5 through to 12 hitting the turf to learn new skills, make new friends and most importanty... have FUN. Auskick Registration Numbers Year to Date vs 2022 Wangaratta Auskick.............................. 309 (the biggest Centre in the State!!)

WANGARATTA Table Tennis Association’s Autumn Competition semi-final results: A Grade: Somerset Communications (John Wright and Kim Brown) def Nathan Vincent Fencing (Steve Picken [sub] and Mark Commensoli [sub]), three rubbers to one.

John won two singles and Kim added one.

John got the better of Mark this time in an arduous seven set battle and Kim rose to the occasion to defeat Steve.

NE Agricultural & Industrial (Ken Parker and Tom Brown) def Boralma Berkshire (Marcus Angehrn and Mark Brown) three rubbers to two.

Ken won one singles and Tom claimed the win against Marcus in a see sawing tight match.

Mark Brown won both his singles for the losing team.

Ken and Tom determinedly overcame Mark and Marcus to win the deciding doubles.

B Grade: Plum Digital Hub (Austin Lindner, Michael Bellingham and Andrew Holmes) def NE Ag-

ricultural and Industrial (Aaron Plum, Seb [sub], and Klaus Kazenwadel) six rubbers to two.

Austin won two singles and Michael and Andrew added one.

The team won both doubles matches to reach the necessary six rubbers.

For the losing side Aaron and Seb won a singles each.

Somerset Communications (Andrew Higgins, John Maletta and James Loughnan) def Boralma Berkshire (Rod Gerrett, Peter Leonard and Ted Tatulaschwili) convincingly six rubbers to one.

Andrew and John won both their singles matches and the doubles.

James added a singles.

Ted was the sole scorer for the defeated side.

C Grade: NE Agricultural and Industrial (Julie Lindner and Reggie Kanaskar) def Blue Raven (Dennis Esdredon and Seth[sub]) three rubbers to one.

Julie won both singles and Reggie added one, to reach the final winning score line.

Greta Auskick ......................................... 72 Whorouly Auskick ................................... 31 Myrtleford Auskick.................................. 65 Bright Auskick ........................................ 53 Benalla Auskick .................................... 226

Head of Leagues Meeting This week saw the first Head of Leagues meeting held in the region facilitated by AFLNEB, with League Chairs and board members in attendance. The meeting provides the opportunity for leagues within the region to get together to collaborate and discuss ideas for the future of football within the region, build on existing relationships and hear from key figures within AFL Victoria regarding programs and initiatives that are available.

We thank all those who attended and hope to make this a regular feature on the football calendar year in year out.

Boralma Berkshire (Phil Fitzgerald and Paul Hughes), def Brownles Builders (Stephen Algar and Matt Curran) four rubbers to one.

Phil won both his singles and Paul added one to reach the three rubbers necessary to win the night.

Play continued for pure enjoyment in the remaining dead rubbers.

The winning teams now proceed to the grand final on Wednesday, May 10.

Presentations will be made directly after completion of play.

Wangaratta Table Tennis Assoc. will hold two muster nights Wednesday, May 17 and May 24 from 7pm.

New and existing players of all abilities are warmly invited to attend.

The Winter Competition will commence the following week on Wednesday, May 31 at the showgrounds venue.

Juniors coaching will continue between 6pm and 6.45pm each Wednesday of school terms.

AFL NEB Junior Carnival The Latrobe University Junior Carnival returns in 2023! After having to cancel the carnival in 2022 due to Covid, the Junior Carnival makes its return to the football events calender this year.

We have teams competing across the WDJFL, AWJFL, Tallangatta League and Hume Football League in a massive day to be held at Lavington Sportsground on Sunday May 21st.

Preparations within the Leagues is in full swing, with coaching appointments made and training underway, we look forward to seeing some of the regions best talent on display in the U14 and U16s age group.

The Whisper Reports are circling that a couple of players have requested that for Mothers day their mum gets a club vote card this week!

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LINE IT UP ISLA Busk lines her shot up during the Wangaratta Netball Association’s junior competition at Barr Reserve on Saturday morning. See more photos on page 36.

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Lavington locked in The Ovens and Murrayy ggrand final will be p played y at Lavington g for the next three yyears WANGARATTA Mayor Dean Rees believes the SS&A Ovens and Murray Grand Final rights to stage the event should have alternated each year between Wangaratta and Lavington, but instead the league’s board has locked in the latter for the next three years.

The board made the decision this week but

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it has upset Wangaratta proponents who have only hosted the major event twice since 1994.

“It’s a little bit disappointing that they announced it for a three-

year period and I’m all for announcing it early, but I just don’t know why they can’t alternate it every year between the two venues that are currently up to standard host that event.

“That way we can prepare 12 months out or more that we know we’re going to have it, unless we decline and say we don’t want it.”

Wangaratta’s Norm Minns

Oval, which has staged multiple pre-season AFL games over the last decade, hosted the O&M grand final in 2018 and 2019 when completion of works on the Lavington Sportsground were delayed.

The league recently conducted a closed tender process, with submissions for hosting rights received from Wangaratta FNC and

Lavington Panthers FNC, with support from their respective councils.

The preference was a multi-year deal with clubs and councils and the aim was to assist the future planning and growth of the event.

League chairman David Sinclair said the O&M was excited to lock in a venue.

“The SS&A Ovens and

Murray Football Netball League are incredibly fortunate to have two venues in our competition who have proven track records in hosting the grand final,” Sinclair said.

“The intention of the decision to extend through to 2025 resulted from a review of last year’s tender process.

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A winery wedding in the country at Annapurna Estate A BEAUTIFUL country setting can provide all the sought after elements to a wedding - romance, intimacy and that personal touch that is lacking in clichéd function centres.

However, many bridal couples are daunted by the idea of organising a wedding so far from home.

The thought of synchronising guests, goods and services over distance can be overwhelming.

But it doesn’t need to be according to Ezio Minutello, wedding co-ordinator at Annapurna Estate.

“We pride ourselves on helping couples bring all those elements together effortlessly,” Ezio said.

“Our speciality is hosting a wedding which has that personal touch because it is tailor-made to the bridal couple’s individual requirements.

“We have hosted reception brunches, afternoon teas, buffets, cocktail parties, spit roasts and sit down dinner menus with anywhere from a cosy 30 to 130 or more guests.

“With our chef, Daniel, we work with couples to design a menu and occasion that suits their

WARMTH AND CHARM: Every season has its appeal at the stunning Annapurna Estate, especially during winter.

budget and provides value for money.

“We have successfully created elegant wedding dinners and

informal celebrations alike.

“String quartets, rock duos, jazz bands and even an international gypsy troupe have performed on

our stage and we have a long list of musicians on file.

“Likewise, cake decorators, florists and talented local

photographers are listed with us.”

The vineyard set in the alps offers such a spectacular backdrop, that couples often choose to have their wedding service and photo shoot at Annapurna Estate.

Nestled in the upper Kiewa Valley, Mt Beauty is a charming town to spend a weekend and visitors will find that it boasts a fantastic range of accommodation from the picturesque and affordable caravan parks, through well-appointed motels and classy five star self-contained units.

“Warm summer nights are especially romantic, but every season has its appeal and Annapurna Estate is a stunning wedding venue all year,” Ezio added.

“Despite the alpine location, there is no need to be worried about the weather.

“With our recent renovations we can seat more guests undercover, provide heating and still offer that sense of openness with unique panoramic views.”

To learn more about how Annapurna Estate can make your dream day shine, contact them today.

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Outstanding views and a perfect backdrop WHEN looking for a wedding venue in North East Victoria, look no further than the Wangaratta Turf Club.

They boast Wangaratta’s largest and most modern facility, amazing views, and the ability to cater for events with thousands of attendees within their landscaped surroundings.

The Wangaratta Turf Club has a number of picturesque locations for that picture perfect wedding photo including on their beautiful lawns or at their rotunda.

The modern grandstand can even provide the unique backdrop for your ceremony.

When it comes to the reception, there are indoor or outdoor choices with a variety of rooms and sizes for fun and formalities.

Two smaller suites on the third floor offer private bars and stunning views and are idyllic for a small intimate

function - or even your ceremony.

Level 1 has one of the most beautiful function rooms you have ever seen with three sides of floor to ceiling windows allowing natural light to set the scene.

This room has the flexibility to be divided into smaller rooms if needed and the experienced inhouse catering team at the Wangaratta Turf Club will work with you to create the perfect menu and can cater for as little as 20 or as many as 500 people.

You can look forward to a variety of food choices from an intimate dinner, a widespread buffet, a formal three course meal or even a relaxed cocktail party.

Speak to the events team today to discuss all your options and book your venue tour via wangaratta@ countryracing.com.au or call (03) 5722 1242 for more information.

OPTIONS: There are several locations for your ceremony, photos and reception.

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Brides and grooms can relax, Kerrie has got this WEDDINGS can be a stressful planning journey with so many details to exact and think about.

But brides and grooms can relax because Kerrie from Bring Around a PosY has got this.

She will take all your stress away and your floral ordering will be a breeze.

Emotion is Kerrie’s design tool and she will guide you in your options and choices from the moment you first reach out.

“By providing me with your colour palette for your day and wedding setting I can work on a mood board of choices to get to know you and your perfect vision for the wedding day,” Kerrie said.

“From there it’s easy to put it all together - just a few questions around your preferred flowers list and clear communication and your time and focus can turn to other planning tasks.”

Kerrie immerses herself in the care and trust given to her by clients and feels privileged and honoured to help create the perfect flower arrangements

PEEK-A-BOO: Kerrie will take care of all your floral needs before and on your special day.

for the most special and memorable of days.

The care Kerrie takes flows through to all her

designs and you’ll be glad you chose her to take care of all your wedding floral requirements.

Wonderful winter weddings ROMANTIC candlelit venues, flattering, soft sunlight for your photographs, red wine, the sound of a crackling fire and a hearty meal at the reception - these are all good reasons to celebrate a wedding in winter.

Typically, there are less social events and weddings during winter so guests are more likely to be able to come and they won’t have ‘wedding hangover’ from constant casual drinks or celebrations.

They might be more inclined to lengthen their stay, giving you extra time to catch up.

When it comes to what to wear, the option of something more casual or chic can be styled up with a long or short jacket or a functional shawl which will be easy to remove before you hit the dance floor, but offer you enough warmth while you’re sitting down catching up with family and friends.

Long-sleeved wedding dresses and well-cut suits in shades other than brown or pale blue have

WONDERFUL WINTER: Winter weddings offer intimacy and the chance to get cosy by a fire.

also come a long way since the 1960s and 1970s so you might be able to update your mother or grandmother’s dress to something that’s a little more ‘you’.

Maybe your tastes run in a different way ... who says you can’t ask your guests to get dressed up in their best pair of sweatpants for your wedding celebration?

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Make your smile the ‘something’ new on your special day IF you think a picture-perfect smile is out of your reach... think again.

Evolve Orthodontics has a clear alternative to traditional braces that can help you achieve a smile to be proud of.

Clear, removable and comfortable, Aligners can transform your smile in just a few months.

The best part is, a new smile doesn’t wash off at the end of the day - you can enjoy it for the rest of your life together.

Book your free, no-obligation consultation with the dedicated team at Evolve Orthodontics today to discuss how Orthodontic treatment can fit in to your dream wedding plan.

Their treatment co-ordinators Erin and Kristy work closely with their specialist orthodontist, to guide you through the initial treatment process and will be with you every step of the way as you start your journey towards your picture perfect smile.

Your personal treatment coordinator works with you to ensure your treatment and all the events associated are scheduled in a convenient and efficient way.

They will help arrange a payment plan to cover the cost involved and will provide you with all the information you need to make an informed and confident decision.

Evolve Orthodontics use the revolutionary Dental Monitoring technology to make sure your treatment stays on track in the countdown to your big day.

Say yes to the smile of your dreams.

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Just what does a celebrant do?

YOUR chosen celebrant’s whole focus is to help you design a celebration that will “make all your dreams come true.”

The celebrant will try to truly get to know the couple, learning all about their ‘love story’ and considering ways in which to incorporate that into their own specially designed ceremony.

Some couples may want to incorporate special rituals that will make their celebration ‘stand out’ or ask family or friends not otherwise involved in the wedding party to do a ‘special reading’.

“We would encourage everyone to explore their own cultural and spiritual heritage and beliefs when looking to design their own personal ceremony,” Sandra from Dream Believer Celebrancy said.

“We are happy to explore any cultural or spiritual requests.”

The role of the celebrant may involve working with any additional people involved in the ceremony, ensuring that everyone

INDIVIDUAL: Celebrants can help you incorporate special elements to your wedding ceremony.

is comfortable and clear about their role and where it fits in with the ceremony as a whole.

Aside from writing the

personalised ceremony, the role of the celebrant is to ensure that all the legalities are adhered to, including assisting with garnering required permits for park or beach locations.

The celebrant will liaise with all the other vendors, including the venue, photographer/ videographer and the person responsible for the music, ensuring everyone is clear about their role.

“I feel that a large part of the job is to ensure that the ceremony runs as efficiently as possible.”

Sandra said.

“In many ways, we might operate as a quasi ‘wedding planner’, ensuring that the ceremony runs as smoothly as possible on the day.”

“It is also possible to extend the contract and hire us to MC the reception, which will provide continuance of the liaison service, guaranteeing a smooth running of the reception,” she said.

Mobile catering is a real option YOU have the perfect reception venue in mind.

Then you find out that they don’t offer food.

Your perfect location suddenly doesn’t seem so perfect, does it?

There is no need to worry, because that’s when mobile, on-site catering companies come to the rescue.

Whether your venue is a private property, a rented holiday house, a local hall, a vineyard or something else entirely, mobile catering might be just what you need.

During lockdowns and the unknown during COVID, many bricks and mortar businesses ‘pivoted’ and found new ways to provide their well-known and delicious food to new and regular customers.

Many offered a takeaway or delivery service whereas others, who were already dipping their toes into the catering service waters, took a chance and dove right in, preparing themselves for when life got ‘back to normal’ by

HAVE KITCHEN, WILL TRAVEL: Thanks to the COVID epidemic, many businesses took the opportunity to offer new options to customers, including mobile catering.

renovating or enlarging their catering kitchens or vehicles and updating their menu options.

With so many celebrations postponed and previously booked or dream venues still somewhat unavailable, it’s good to know that

there are a number of local businesses who offer mobile catering especially for weddings, wherever you choose to have it.

So when considering the reception and food element for your big day, consider a local mobile, onsite caterer.

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The perfect location for your perfect day THE Pavilion at Buller Wines is the ideal venue for your wedding this year and beyond.

With flexible wedding packages available, the friendly team will sit down with couples and design a unique package just for their special day.

Ceremony locations abound, with favourites being at the old gum tree in front of the vineyard on The Calliope Lawn and on the second lawn area under dappled shade from beautiful deciduous trees.

A dedicated bridal car entrance is currently under construction and will feature a row of white roses for guests to make their way to the ceremony location.

Their ceremony package includes signing table, arbour and ceremony chairs and the team at The Pavilion will set everything up out on the lawn, or in the case of inclement weather, inside.

When it comes to your photos, the winery has some amazing photo location opportunities with a backdrop of old buildings, the vineyard and the expansive lawn areas.

While couples are getting their photos taken, guests can take part

PERFECTLY PLACED: The Pavilion at Buller Wines is the ideal venue for your wedding.

in lawn games while enjoying canapes out on the lawn and drinks are served from the pop up lawn bar, which makes for a lovely, relaxed afternoon.

Then it’s time for the allimportant reception where couples can choose from traditional alternate plated meals

to a cocktail style, all paired with beautiful wine from Buller Wines.

There’s even a Mimosa Bar option and, for the warmer months, couples can book an ice cream cart to provide an exciting little treat to finish the night on.

Alternatively, if you want to celebrate a post-wedding brunch

or lunch you can book space inside or spill out onto the lawn.

Eight new one bedroom Vine Views apartments will open later this year where bridal parties can prepare before the wedding and/ or have a place to retire to after the wedding.

There will be two ‘views’

available - the historic Calliope vineyard or garden views.

The Pavilion at Buller Wines offer some helpful hints for couples when it comes to choosing your ceremony and reception venue/s: Always have a plan B for your outdoor ceremony - make sure that you love any inside venue you choose just as much as your outdoor setting.

At The Pavilion, they utilise one of their indoor rooms which comes complete with an arch window and is the perfect backdrop for your ceremony.

Transport - you want to make it as easy as possible for your guests to arrive at your wedding (and on time) and there are several local bus companies that can be booked for transporting guests between their accommodation in Corowa and Rutherglen and The Pavilion and to collect them to take them home again.

There are still some available dates for weddings in 2023 at The Pavilion at Buller Wines and they are now taking bookings for 2024 so contact the friendly team today and discuss your ideal, unique wedding.

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The perfect setting for your beautiful winery wedding, spacious lawn areas, gardens, vineyard and vintage buildings for amazing photo locations.

Our flexible packages will have you and your guests enjoying delicious food paired with the perfect wine in our relaxed, elegant and slightly rustic Pavilion.

We have the flexibility to cater for weddings from 30 - 130 guests for a sit down function, including dance area.

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Celebrate your way at Feathertop Private Estate

WITH 360-degree views of Mount Buffalo and the valleys, plentiful vistas of vineyards and exclusive Tuscan inspired architecture, Feathertop Private Estate will ensure your wedding is as romantic and memorable as you have always imagined it will be.

Feathertop has been delivering weddings for more than 30 years and has built great relationships with local like-minded professionals.

They have a list of preferred partners from celebrants, to hair and make-up, photographers, videographers and florals.

Holding your event at Feathertop Private Estate ensures exclusive use of a dedicated wedding planner and stylist to assist with all your coordination and planning in the lead up and on the day, so you can enjoy the day stress free knowing you have professional care.

The estate’s newest addition, The Vineyard Residence, is the perfect

WHAT A VIEW: The Vineyard Residence at Feathertop Private Estate is the perfect place to relax and unwind after your nuptials.

location if you are looking to elope or have a small intimate family celebration.

The Vineyard Residence is a spectacular architecturally designed luxury home, showcasing its intoxicating vineyard views and breathtaking

views of the region’s famous Mt Buffalo.

The Residence is unbeatable for its grandeur and features whilst still maintaining a sense of place in the surrounding landscape.

The Private Estate can

accommodate up to 18 people with The Vineyard Residence sleeping 10; Mount Buffalo View Apartment sleeping six; and Peggy Adelaide Penthouse sleeping two.

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your special day becomes luxurious, easy and stress free with plenty of space for bridal parties and families to relax.

The Vineyard Residence can cater for seated celebrations of up to 30 people or cocktail style

celebrations for up to 50 guests.

Operating as a private estate allows you and your guests to enjoy the property exclusively for the duration of your events.

This extends beyond your ceremony and reception and can also include any pre or post wedding celebrations you may want to organise (eg; welcome Friday dinners, private tastings, recoveries, hen’s pampering or stay for a few extra days to kick start your honeymoon).

Event styling with casual canapes or grazing tables, to formal seated degustations and decadent dessert bars, Feathertop can work with you to design anything you have on your wedding vision board.

All events are individually styled and coordinated so call Feathertop Private Estate today on (03) 57562356 or email functions@ feathertopwinery.com.au to arrange your special day.

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