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MILESTONE FOR JOYCE JOYCE Barry visited Wangaratta Golf Club for a 100th birthday celebration on Tuesday, posing alongside this marker on the club’s new driving range. Read her story on page 7.

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SES to CFA’s rescue Symes y confident SES can accommodate soon to be homeless CFA Group p

WANGARATTA SES could still come to the rescue of the ‘homeless’ CFA Wangaratta Group, after Emergency Services Minister Jaclyn Symes threw her support behind the group being accommodated at the SES’s $1.6m Handley Street SES headquarters.

The 16 local CFA brigades in the Wangaratta Group have no permanent home, and will lose their

BY RYAN MALCOLM rmalcolm@ nemedia.com.au

temporary base in Ely Street when the Wangaratta District 23 Incident Control Centre moves back there ahead of this summer.

Recent discourse between the two local emergency services groups has resulted

in concerns about the CFA group’s ability to access the headquarters without express permission from the local SES group.

Speaking in front of the Legislative Council this week, Northern Victoria MP Wendy Lovell confronted Ms Symes over a lack of clarity for the long-term residency prospects of the Wangaratta Group.

“Last week’s state

budget was particularly disappointing to CFA brigades in District 23 as it contained no funding to refurbish the incident control centre at the Ely Street district headquarters or to provide a dedicated home for a headquarters for the Wangaratta Group,” she said.

“The CFA are pushing ahead with the refurbishment of the

control centre through their own limited funds, but this will effectively displace the Wangaratta Group from the Ely Street headquarters, leaving them homeless.”

Ms Symes said there had been considerable support for the local CFA plight, with both Ovens Valley MP Tim McCurdy and Wangaratta-based state MP Tania Maxwell also writing

to express their concerns.

According to Ms Symes, finding a suitable home in the short-term for the Wangaratta Group was a key priority, with their permanent residency to be addressed at a later date.

“I understand that there may be some members who are looking for a different outcome or a long-term solution,” she said.

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FIRED UP: Firefighters Peter Gunkel, Captain Lesley Forman and Ian Sheldrick are looking forward to connecting with the community at tomorrow’s open day.

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SOUTH Wangaratta CFA is holding a community open day and recruitment drive tomorrow from 10am to 2pm.

The open day at South Wangaratta fire station, 314 Shanley Street, will feature firefighting demonstrations, including how to manage a kitchen fire, and also give locals the chance to ask fire safety questions.

Children will get a free activity pack and can talk to the CFA about joining the junior brigade program as well.

Captain Lesley Forman said the open day was an opportunity to connect with the community after COVID-19 and learn more about fire safety.

Female and male volunteers are wanted for all roles: firefighter, community education, fundraising Admin, maintenance and more.

Firefighter Ian Sheldrick said there are many ways to get involved with the brigade.

“Its not all about fighting fires and big red trucks,” he said.

“It’s about connecting with community.

“A strongly connected community before a major emergency will fare better after the event.”

For more info call 0412 471 835 or 0400 877 731, or email fbsrat@cfa.vic.gov.au.

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Locals urged to cool on burn-offs CFA officials are urging local residents to exercise extreme caution when burning off, with local crews responding to some eight out of control burn-offs since the end of District 23’s fire danger period in March.

With fire restrictions officially lifted across Victoria, state officials have called on

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According to CFA chief officer Jason Heffernan, it was important Victorians did everything they could to avoid the need for an emergency CFA response.

“We are seeing a large number of escaped burn-offs across the state which could have been avoided,” he said.

“Despite restrictions ending, it is still important for residents to check local conditions on the day of any burn-off they are considering undertaking.

“It is also vital that people register their burn-offs as they can get out of control easily with a simple wind change.

“Make sure the fire is extinguished with water before you leave it and never leave a fire unattended.”

According to Mr Heffernan, it was important local residents registered their burnoffs by visiting firepermits.vic.gov.au or notifying the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority by calling 1800 668 511 or emailing burnoffs@esta.vic.gov.au.

“We ask that landowners register burnoffs to help reduce the risk of CFA brigades being called out unnecessarily if a member of the public calls about smoke or a fire in the area,” he said.

“If a burn-off does get out of control, call ‘000’ immediately - people should have a fire plan and prepare for the event of fire, and never be complacent.”

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A big campaign trail for Senate hopeful

Myrtleford man killed in Markwood crash A MYRTLEFORD man has died in tragic circumstances, after he was hit by a vehicle attempting to take evasive action on Wednesday afternoon near Markwood.

The 47-year-old father of three was fatally struck by a vehicle on Yarrabee Road at approximately 12:30pm, after attempting to wave for help when his vehicle rolled.

According to a police spokesperson, the man had escaped from the vehicle, before flagging down a nearby motorist for assistance.

Shortly thereafter, a third vehicle came from around a bend, and took evasive action to avoid the parked vehicle, ultimately hitting the Myrtleford pedestrian, who died at the scene.

“The female driver of the car stopped at the scene and is helping police with their enquiries,” the spokesperson said.

Major Collision Investigation Unit attended to analyse the scene yesterday afternoon.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, has dashcam footage or further information about the incident is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au.

The fatality takes the state road toll to 91, 10 more than at the same time last year.

By BRODIE EVERIST SHE has been travelling across the state for months, but independent Senate candidate Susan Benedyka was happy to be at home in Wangaratta campaigning at the pre-poll voting centre in St Pat’s Hall on Wednesday, as she seeks to win a seat at this month’s federal election.

The Byawatha business woman has been campaigning since October last year, and has spoken to voters across almost all of Victoria.

She is campaigning on four key platforms - strong climate policies, building national resilience to disasters and crises, political integrity and accountability, and building inclusion through reforming welfare, improving aged care and supporting the Uluru Statement from the Heart.

She has been travelling across Victoria in her Senate campaign - and after talking to voters at the pre-polling station on Ford Street on Wednesday she planned to campaign in Wodonga later that day.

Yesterday she was handing out how-to-vote cards in Mansfield and Benalla, and then attending a politics in the pub event in Warburton last night.

Ms Benedyka said many voters are bringing up political integrity and climate issues, but particularly emphasised housing as an issue across the state.

“I’m hearing about housing, and it’s everything from social housing, to housing affordability, to rental affordability, to even the availability of housing, and then not being able to get workers to do all the construction work that’s

ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL: Byawatha resident Susan Benedyka is travelling across Victoria in her bid to win a Senate seat at this month’s federal election. She was busily campaigning outside Wangaratta’s pre-poll station at St Pat’s Hall this week.

PHOTO: Brodie Everist needed,” she said.

“And there’s a palpable feeling for people under 40 about totally being excluded from being able to buy a house.”

Ms Benedyka, who has been living in North East Victoria since 2000 and runs a Wanga-

ratta-based consulting company that works in facilitation, strategic planning and engagement, wants people to be intentional about voting.

“Go to column T - T for trust, independent to a T, and that’s where you find me,” she said.

“It’s a job half done if we only get good Independents into the lower house.

“We need that same respectful considered debate going on in the Senate as well.”

■ Further local federal election coverage on pages 4, 5.

Symes confident SES can accommodate soon to be homeless CFA Group ■

From page 1 “At this point in time I want to make sure that there are suitable facilities right now.

“Exploration of and continued conversations about a joint-use arrangement at that facility, which has adequate space to accommodate many emergency services - whether it is our CFA, whether it is our SES or indeed others - are an opportunity, so I would encourage people to stay at the table and con-

tinue to have those conversations.

“In terms of long-term premises, that is also a conversation that has not resulted in a final outcome those conversations continue to be ongoing, and I am keeping abreast of all of those conversations.”

Ms Symes also said the conversation around ease of access had progressed in recent weeks.

“SES have revised their position to accommodate CFA requests in relation to use and the steps that need to

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ic of a neglect of brigades throughout District 23.

“With confirmation the incident control centre is returning to Ely Street, it is time the minister stepped in to provide an acceptable permanent headquarters for the District 23 group,” she said.

“The minister’s latest answers regarding infrastructure needs in District 23 show the contempt the State Government has for the CFA and its wonderful personnel.”

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be taken so everyone knows who is there, what is there and what part of the facility they are using,” she said.

“It is a massive facility - there are room dividers; there are lots and lots of options.

“If people sit down and have the conversation, I am more than confident that mutually acceptable terms could be agreed.”

Having initially questioned Ms Symes on the issue in March, Ms Lovell said the situation was symbol-

Vehicle impounded following Hume Freeway dash A DRIVER who reached speeds of up to 160kph along the Hume Freeway near Wangaratta will be without his car for at least 30 days after it was intercepted by police last week.

Wangaratta Highway Patrol members were monitoring the Hume Freeway southbound at around 7.30pm on May 6, when a Toyota Corolla was travelling some 50kph over the speed limit in busy traffic.

A New South Wales man was identified behind the wheel of the vehicle, which was promptly impounded by police for a 30 day period under hoon legislation.

The man will return before Wangaratta Magistrates Court at a later date, charged with driving at a speed dangerous and a number of other traffic offences.

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FEDERAL ELECTION

Haines spruiks energy plan

INDEPENDENT Indi MP Helen Haines visited the home of Wangaratta resident Peter Gotham this week to spruik her energy plan for households.

The proposal, which Dr Haines tabled in Parliament in February, would cut the cost of home batteries by up to $3000 and would offer $5000 zerointerest loans to households wanting to install solar, batteries, or ultra-efficient electrical heating systems and appliances.

“Cost of living is the single biggest thing that’s worrying people right now, and energy costs are one of the biggest line items on a family budget,” she said.

“We need to have a system

that enables everyday people on average incomes to get appliances in their home that save them money.”

Under the scheme, home batteries will be eligible to earn renewable energy certificates, which they can sell to electricity retailers to offset the installation cost of new batteries.

“The cost of a battery is still way too expensive for an average family,” Dr Haines said.

“And one way to start getting that price down, is to include it in that legislation with the certification and rebate scheme.”

Mr Gotham said his new 13.5kwh Tesla battery will save him more than $700 a year, but they are too expensive.

“Our battery cost $16,000,

which is out of reach for most people,” he said.

“Helen is proposing to make batteries cheaper so more people can install them and start saving money, and that’s a great thing.”

Dr Haines said the proposal would drive down the price of home batteries, similar to government schemes for solar panels.

“We know under John Howard the legislation he introduced to make rooftop solar cheaper for everyday people really worked,” she said.

“We’ve got 34 per cent of all rooftops and family homes with solar - that legislation needs to be brought up to the next century.”

BIG BATTERY: Indi MP Helen Haines visited the home of Wangaratta resident Peter Gotham this week to spruik her policy to reduce home battery costs.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

GIRLS OF STEEL: Jane Hume, Minister for Women’s Economic Security, and Liberals’ candidate for Indi, Ross Lyman visited Wangaratta-based business Evero this week. The business is participating in the Girls of Steel program, which the Federal Government has invested more than $1 million into to help get young women into apprenticeships that are traditionally male dominated, such as mechanics and electricians. Pictured are (from left) Evero managing director Brendan Ritchens, Nicki Lewis, Maggie MacFie (Girls of Steel director for Hume), Laine Forshaw, Ann Dugdale, McKenzie Hamilton, Senator Hume and Mr Lyman.

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Funding fills up glass LOCAL wineries, breweries and distilleries will be able to invest in upgrading their cellar door facilities, with a $15m investment by the Federal Government set to allow businesses throughout the region to access up to $100,000 in matched funding.

The funding injection would also see a $5m investment into the Wine, Spirits and Craft Breweries Tourism Events program, with up to $100,000 available to tourism and local government organisations to further solidify Indi as a tourism hotspot.

According to Nationals’ candidate for Indi, Liz Fisher, the region has continued to grow in profile due to the success of its wineries, breweries and distilleries in recent years.

“This new investment will help to boost our local economy by bringing even more tourists to the area,” she said.

“We have some of the best, world-class wineries, distilleries in the North East.

“Now, more visitors and tourists will come here and enjoy our beautiful region while helping support our wonderful local businesses.

“A strong economy means our government has cut taxes for tourism operators while investing more in promoting our country, building the infrastructure that improves the visitor experience and protecting the environment that helps drive tourist demand.”

Regional Vic being treated like “poor cousins,” says Hinch

By BRODIE EVERIST SENATE candidate Derryn Hinch visited Wangaratta on Wednesday, as part of a tour of regional Victoria ahead of the federal election on May 21.

He said that government money was unfairly spent on Melbourne, with insufficient commitments for regional Victoria, and pointed out the recent $2.2 billion pledge

by Anthony Albanese for Mel-

bourne’s suburban rail loop.

“They’ve got to stop treating regional Victoria like the poor cousins,” he said.

“How about spending a few dollars on improving rail services in regional Victoria?”

The Derryn Hinch Justice Party is running on a platform of justice system reforms, vowing to restrict bail rights and eligibility for parole, and strengthen sentences for violent crimes.

“There should be a system where bail is harder to get, where you don’t get suspended sentences. And if you are a convicted paedophile, you must know you are going to jail,” Mr Hinch said.

“No ifs, no buts, no suspended sentences.”

Another major party policy is a commitment to nurse-patient ratios and better food in aged care homes.

“There should be a nurse in every aged care centre 24 hours a day - there

must be,” the former Senator said.

“I made a motion to get ratios for nurses and carers in aged care and Labor didn’t want to know me, the Liberals didn’t want to know me, the National didn’t want to know me.

“They now are all suddenly discovering that aged care is terrible, which we’ve known for years.

“The Federal Government spends billions of dollars on private aged care and we don’t know where it goes.”

ENJOYING A CUPPA: Senate candidate Derryn Hinch visited Shelley’s Bakehouse on Reid Street on Wednesday, as part of his tour of regional Victoria ahead of this month’s federal election. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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FEDERAL ELECTION

Nadia backs leader’s 5% call

LABOR’S candidate for Indi, Nadia David, strongly supports Opposition leader, Anthony Albanese’s, push for a five per cent increase to the minimum wage.

“This is a no-brainer,” Ms David.

“The least paid workers in our community are the ones doing it the hardest.

“They are the cleaners, care workers and retail workers who kept turning up during the pandemic.

“Their wages have gone backwards over the nine years and a five per cent bump to the minimum wage would bring them only to parity with inflation.”

Mr Albanese first backed a five per cent minimum wage rise on Tuesday when asked by journalists.

Since that time, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has claimed businesses wouldn’t be able to afford it and it would have a negative impact on inflation.

“This is just fantasy from Mr Morrison,” Ms David said.

“Businesses are doing better than ever and making more profits and have more confidence in the economy.

“Business failure rates are the lowest they’ve been in decades.

“It’s time businesses shared a tiny portion of their profit with the workers who gave it to them.

“A five per cent increase to minimum wage is about a dollar per hour.

“It’s hardly the 400 per cent plus increase to the Prime Minister’s salary we’ve seen in the last 10 years.

“Executive salaries rose to record highs in 2021 while the lowest paid workers wages stagnated.

“How is that fair?”

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RAISE WAGES: Indi Labor candidate Nadia David has backed her party leader’s call for a five per cent raise in the minimum wage.

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INDI Independent MP Helen Haines wants all parties to “respect the independence of the wage umpire (Fair Work Commission) and stop politicising Australia’s economic management”.

While not calling for a wage rise, Dr Haines ‘hoped’ the commission would raise the minimum wage as inflation, likely to go even higher than 5.1 per cent, “has outpaced wages for some time”.

“I trust that they (commission) will make a decision in the best interests of all Australians,” she said.

Liberals’ candidate for Indi, Ross Lyman, said actions by Mr Albanese appearing to “pressure the independent umpire were both unprecedented and irresponsible”.

“The Morrison Government supports the independence of the Fair Work Commission to make its wage decision...it is the role of the government to provide a comprehensive submission, backed and informed by Treasury analysis, that enables the Fair Work Commission to consider a range of economic conditions in making their decision.”

Nationals’ candidate for Indi, Liz Fisher, had a similar position, and said the worrying rise in the cost of living was driven by a number of complex issues.

“Simply increasing wages doesn’t solve the problem and may contribute to higher costs of living if raising wages alone is the only solution,” she said.

Indi Greens’ candidate Benjamin Gilbert backed his party leader Adam Bandt’s support for a rise in the minimum wage, something both the ACCI and the ACTU are calling for.

He said the Greens believe the best way to make Australia more egalitarian is to lift the minimum wage, raise Newstart and invest in universal services like health and education.

Liberal Democrats’ Indi candidate Julian Fidge said his party supports the commission in determining the competing claims for wage rises between the unions and businesses.

He said his party is committed to increased incomes for working people, and would “increase the income tax threshold to $40,000, and reduce tax to a flat rate of 20 per cent, increasing basic income by an average of $9000 per year”.

Derryn Hinch’s Justice Party Indi candidate Lachlan O’Connell said he supports a wage increase, particularly for nurses and aged care workers, but it’s up to the commission.

“They are supposed to be independent,” he said.

Other Indi candidates Angel Aleksov (Animal Justice Party), Stephen Williams (United Australia Party) and Beth Stevens (One Nation) were not available prior to going to press.

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Textile creativity celebrated in Strictly Quilts

THE combined quilting groups of the Rural City of Wangaratta are once again proud to present their Strictly Quilts Exhibition in July.

It will be the 14th year of the popular annual event, showcasing the talents of quilters living within the vicinity of Wangaratta.

Committee member Ros Janas said guest speakers on opening night will be well known local quilters Shelley Kelley and Jan Manglesdorf from Skellywags Sewing School in Barnawartha.

She said they will also exhibit a selection of their unique quilts.

“Shelly was recently awarded first prize with her quilt ‘The French Tile Quilt’ in Mainly Applique-Professional at The Victorian Quilter’s Showcase 2021,” she said.

“An added feature this year will be a display of the Strictly Quilts challenge entitled ‘Japan’.

“These quilts are to be A3 size and can be made using any technique.”

Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to win a quilt donated by the Centre Quilter’s Circle - the quilt created using some very striking Japanese prints.

Other prizes have been gener-

Local art workshops for kids YOUNG people will have the opportunity to practise and improve their artistic skills with the help of workshops being run by the Wangaratta Artists’ Society.

Members of the local arts group will be on hand during the fun, interactive sessions which start on Monday and are specifically designed for those aged from 10 to 16 years.

Society secretary Marina Foad said the workshops have been made possible with the help of a grant from the Rural City of Wangaratta.

She said among the tutors will be Janelle Day, Thea Day and Mary Ellis

who have years of experience in the creative arts.

The children’s drawing and painting workshops will run every Monday from 4pm until 5pm for six weeks at The Studio in Batchelor’s Green, with tutors providing guidance in handy drawing and painting techniques which will help participants hone their skills and achieve their goals.

The cost is $40 for the full six week course and all art materials are supplied, with registration available by email to wangart3677@gmail.com to secure a place.

GRAND DESIGNS: Ros Janas and Carole Ockenden are among those looking forward to the return of Strictly Quilts, opening at St Bernard’s school hall on July 1. ously donated by My Little Patch and Saturday Quilters.

Centre Quilter’s is held on the second Thursday of every month 10am to 4pm and new members are always welcome.

Strictly Quilts will be run in accordance with the current COVID regulations.

The exhibition will be held in the St Bernard’s Primary School hall in Williams Road, Wangaratta from Friday, July 1 through to Sunday, July 10 from 10am until 4pm.

Entry is $5 per person with raffle tickets available for $1 and all welcome to attend.

TIME FOR TEA: Members of the Wangaratta Volunteer Group Cancer Council Victoria look forward to welcoming everyone to their Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea event being held next week. Group leader Barb Thomas (right) and supporter Heather Champlin said this year they will be having a Devonshire tea in the Uniting Church hall in Rowan Street on Wednesday, May 18 from 10am until 11.30am. Entry is $10 which includes the chance to win a lucky door prize. Enjoy a cuppa with friends knowing proceeds are going towards cancer research.

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Joyce aces 100-year target JOYCE Barry believes staying active has been one of the keys to her long life, so it was fitting that the 100-year-old continued the celebration of her milestone with friends and fellow life members at Wangaratta Golf Club on Tuesday.

The long-time Wangaratta resident reached her three-figure birthday on Sunday, May 1, when she enjoyed a party attended by family including her four children - Wendy, Peter, Susan and Brian - and her five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

She was also chuffed to receive messages of congratulations from dignitaries including Queen Elizabeth II: “I’m a bit of a royalist, and I really admire her”.

Another gathering at the RSL followed last week, before Joyce visited the golf club for Tuesday’s afternoon tea.

The elegant centenarian was unfazed when asked to take a trip in a golf cart down to the ‘100’ marker on the club’s new driving range to pose for a photo, and quipped that she’d have loved to be out on the Waldara course she started playing when she was in her 60s.

Joyce said her passion

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for golf began after her late husband, Dick (or RJ Barry, long-time manager of the North East Co-operative Store, after whom the fountain at Wangaratta’s Rowan/ Ovens/Reid streets intersection is named) bought her a set of clubs.

While she hadn’t used them for the month Dick was overseas and had thought they would come in handy, when Joyce did take to the course soon after, she relished the experience and continued playing until she was in her 70s.

A long-time life member of the club, Joyce also served as secretary for five years, and said she had many wonderful memories of working behind-thescenes at club functions, as well as thoroughly enjoying her playing days.

Her daughter, Sue, has ensured she stays in touch with the development of the golf club, and Joyce marvels at the growth in the city’s north-west corridor.

It’s among the many changes she’s seen in Wangaratta, where she was born and - after leaving as

a child - returned with her parents to attend Wangaratta High School.

After school, Joyce worked in the city’s first Coles store in Murphy Street, then joined the air force in 1942.

She remained in service until 1946, training in Ascot Vale and working in the office at Laverton before transferring to Victoria Barracks.

Joyce married Dick, who was serving in the Navy, in 1945, and they raised their family of four in Wangaratta after World War 2.

Dick passed away at just 61, when the couple had been married for 38 years, and Joyce said it was her grandchildren and golf that kept her going.

As her family and friends have helped celebrate her milestone this month, Joyce said she didn’t feel any different as she moved into her second century.

The St John’s resident has clearly inherited genes of longevity from her mum, who was 101 when she passed away, and also attributes her long life to “light beer and golf” and a sense of humour, as well as reading the detective stories she enjoys: “Not romances - they’re a bit too soppy”.

SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE: Wangaratta’s Joyce Barry marked her 100th birthday on May 1, and has continued the celebrations in recent weeks.

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A day of praise for our nurses

FACEBOOK users this week commented on the discussion between incumbent Indi MP Helen Haines and political journalist Barrie Cassidy about trust and integrity in politics.

Bellini Homer: I’m appalled at Morrisons facilitation of corruption, his suffocating incompetence, his abrogation of any responsibility (that’s not my job™) and his laughable claims to leadership when he cowardly, flees the country

THE pressure on our health professionals due to the pandemic have been well publicised.

The frontline staff, particularly nurses, have been called upon to work well above and far beyond their regular duties, not only putting themselves at a higher risk of being infected, but also covering for absent staff who have been struck down.

Today’s Chronicle features a tribute to nurses to mark International Nurses Day held yesterday and our own public and private hospitals celebrated their often unsung heroes.

Our hospitals employ well over 700 nurses between them so they also make up a large proportion of our total workforce.

We know that during the pandemic incidents of abuse and violence against these dedicated people rose substantially even though they were just doing their job and actually trying to help others.

Often in our darkest hour they will be the ones bringing comfort and hope.

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I WONDER how many farmers are aware that they have been excluded from the fuel price cut for the three months from April to June.

Farmers and construction businesses normally claim a fuel excise credit with their Business Activity Statement.

For the period that the Morrison government has cut the fuel excise at the pumps by 22 cents/litre, farmers’ credit rates for fuel have been reduced by 22 cents/litre meaning they get nothing to assist with cost of living.

Thanks for nothing Mr Morrison and Mr Joyce.

Peter Leonard, Wangaratta

world’s most popular children’s entertainment band The Wiggles will fly onto the stage at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre in June as part of their all new action-packed Superhero Tour. Anthony, Tsehay, Lachy and Simon are super excited to sing, dance and play music for their fans once again, and they will be bringing along their Wiggly friends too.

With favourite Wiggles songs such as ‘Do the Propeller!’, ‘Hot Potato’ and ‘Rock-a-Bye Your Bear’ as well as some new and catchy tunes too, see them on Saturday, June 25 with show at 10am and 12.30pm. Get in quick with tickets are on sale today from 10am at www.wpacc.com.au.

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Mike Culley: Two lefties together Mark Sanders: Integrity?

You wouldn’t know the word!

Gerald Fittock: The two words shouldn’t be mentioned in the same sentence Facebook users also commented on the success of a quartet of Wangaratta lawn bowlers at last weekend’s state championships.

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WITH the 2022 federal election imminent recent Chronicle reports refer to Helen Haines’ parliamentary voting on legislative matters.

Those agreeing with her voting records and otherwise, generate conflicting observations.

Media reporting attributes Senator Hume, identifying authoritative parliamentary voting details that give rise to furthering discussion.

Helen asserts her voting is Coalition 48 per cent, Labor 48 per cent, remaining four per cent other parties, challenges doubters to her declared voting record.

Her claimed voting percentages appear anomalous, quite neatly contrived for any sense of credibility.

Correspondence from Helen omits any reference to China’s rising regional influence, activities and expansion close to Australia.

There is nothing on the AUKUS agreement.

Indi has no policy information from Helen’s office on defence matters vital to and affecting Australia’s national security and that of the Pacific region.

China forcibly re-takes Hong Kong, plots Taiwan invasion, ignores International Court ruling on South China Sea island defence expansion.

China’s expansionist attitude does not promote world harmony.

It ultimately leads to war.

Helen’s sole focus for North East region seems to be climate change, solar, wind, renewable madness.

Phillip Servaes, Wangaratta

It’s a fine line between corrupt and fair I RECEIVED a letter from our local Federal Member Helen Haines, in it she talks about the federal money that has “flowed” to Indi since she was elected.

She also implies that we didn‘t get our “fair share” because of corruption that she will help to clean up.

There seems to be an element of incompatibility between the concept that money spent in Indi is good and should be increased but money spend elsewhere is possibly corrupt.

Helen wants to put my interests first, which is very laudable, but maybe an increase in money allocated to us in Indi could be seen as corruption by others because these are all essentially political decisions.

That is why we elect our representatives to Federal Parliament.

Peter Hebbard, Wangaratta

Help end animal cruelty and report incidents EVERY year, many animals violence and cruelty and die at the hands of humans.

The voiceless cannot defend themselves; we have to stand up and help them and not close our eyes and turn our backs and walk away

and hope someone else will do something.

Please report all animal cruelty and keep ringing until something is done and don’t give up.

Please desex all cats and dogs and stop the sadness that these kittens and puppies have to endure.

A pet’s quote from my sister: “I’ll walk just beyond the moon then I’ll stop and wait for you.

“Don’t forget, somewhere between hello and goodbye there was love, so much love.”

Vist Dunroamin’s Animal Rescue Albury Wodonga’s website and support them if you can.

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FACEBOOK users this week commented on our web poll, which asked ‘Does the state budget strike the right balance between funding for metro and regional Victoria?’

Paul Crabb: With the mass exodus from Melbourne , country centres need immediate substantial infrastructure upgrades , funding is far to City centric .

Facebook users also commented on the partial commercialisation of VicRoads in an effort to establish a $10b future fund.

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Nurse practitioner helps boost emergency department NURSE practitioner Lydia Cobham is relishing the chance to increase access to care in Northeast Health Wangaratta’s (NHW) emergency department.

Ms Cobham recently began in her nurse practitioner role - a senior position in the emergency department with an advanced scope of practice.

She is able to refer patients to specialists, prescribe medications, and order diagnostic investigations - like blood tests and X-rays.

To become a nurse practitioner, Ms Cobham was required to undertake additional study, culminating in 5000 hours of advanced practice over a three year period, followed by the development of a portfolio, before she was endorsed by the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

She said increasing access to care was the driving force behind her becoming a nurse practitioner.

“It means I’m able to provide an

advanced nursing model of care to achieve positive outcomes for those accessing our health service,” she said.

“Having this role means we can increase access to healthcare for people and reduce the time they need to wait when attending our emergency department.”

Ms Cobham began at NHW 10 years ago in her third year out of university, having moved to Wangaratta from New Zealand.

In that time she has completed a post-graduate Certificate in Rural Critical Care, a Masters degree, and spent 18 months working in remote locations.

Her latest qualification serves as a pathway for other local nurses.

“It’s inspiring for other nurses as well - people are getting super excited about the possibilities,” she said.

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SKILLED UP: Lydia Cobham loves her role as a nurse practitioner at Northeast Health Wangaratta’s emergency department.

A WOMAN who expressed concern for her children’s wellbeing as her reason for not accompanying police for an evidentiary drug test will be ineligible to drive until 2026.

The Wangaratta mother of two faced Wangaratta Magistrates Court on Wednesday, when she pleaded guilty to drug driving charges and refusal to accompany police, after a preliminary oral fluid test returned a positive methylamphetamine result on February 19 last year.

Magistrate Peter Dunn read a summary of the charges into the court, detailing how the defendant had told police she could not accompany them to the station due to her two children being in the car with her.

“I’m sure the police would have proceeded in a way which would have preserved the safety of her children,” he said.

According to defence counsel Steven Sartori, his client had acknowledged she had done the wrong thing.

“It was purely a mistake by my client and shouldn’t have happened,” he told the court.

In cancelling the defendant’s driver’s licence for the mandatory four years, Mr Dunn also imposed a $1000 fine, and warned the defendant not to risk a term of imprisonment if caught driving again.

“With her history that would become increasingly more likely,” magistrate Dunn said.

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Election war of words rages over wages SCOTT Morrison has hit out at the federal opposition’s minimum wage rise push, as Anthony Albanese flagged a Labor government would take its time to draft its submission to the industrial umpire.

Mr Albanese said he would support a 5.1 per cent wage increase in line with the highest inflation figure in two decades, but indicated the mechanism by which a Labor government would seek the rise would be determined in coming weeks.

The prime minister brand-

ed Mr Albanese’s statement as “reckless”.

“We all want to see wages increase but I don’t want to see reckless behaviour in how the process should work and this is where Mr Albanese has failed,” he told reporters in Tasmania.

“He knows he got that wrong. He knows he acted recklessly, and he’s been trying to cover his tracks ever since.”

Mr Morrison has not put a figure on what an appropriate wage rise would be, but warned a rise and its

flow-through effect on other wages could trigger higher inflation.

“Any potential support you might have got in wages would be clawed back in even higher interest rates and even higher inflation,” he said.

“That’s not how you manage an economy.”

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said the independent umpire would make its decision with a complete understanding of the economic consequences.

“When it comes to the Labor Party’s commitment to a

5.1 per cent increase in wages, it was a thought bubble,” he said.

“It goes against the practice of both sides of politics to leave these decisions to the independent Fair Work Commission.”

Mr Albanese hit back, saying his message had been consistent in that he supports a real wage increase and the government couldn’t go over the top of the commission.

“There is a cost of living of everything is going up except for wages. The idea that we

TORRENTIAL: Heavy rain battered Queensland overnight leading to 114 calls for help, mostly in the southeast.

would support a real wage cut for people on the minimum wage is an extraordinary claim,” he told reporters in Gladstone.

“What I have said consistently ... is if the Fair Work Commission, that operates independently of government, makes a decision to not cut real wages and keep up with the cost of living, that’s something that I would welcome.”

Mr Albanese accused the government of constantly spruiking a strong economy, but acting as if “the sky is fall-

ing in” when Labor supports a $1 an hour increase to the minimum wage.

He said a Labor government would have until June 7 to draft a comprehensive submission to the industrial umpire.

Labor’s campaign spokesman Jason Clare accused the prime minister of being out of touch with the reality of living costs.

“I say to Scott Morrison, you’ve got a screw loose if you don’t think people are struggling to pay the bills at the moment,” he said. -AAP

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Man spends night in tree following Qld floods A MAN has spent the night clinging to a tree in floodwaters near Bundaberg with at least five other people escaping flooded cars as an intense deluge sweeps across southeast Queensland.

The man in his 60s was driving near Bundaberg when his car became swamped by rising waters on Wednesday night.

He managed to get out and a cling to a tree before it went under, but unable to raise the alarm, he spent the night there before being

spotted by farmers on Thursday morning.

The man was suffering from hypothermia and was flown by a RACQ LifeFlight Rescue chopper to hospital where he is in a stable condition.

Another five people escaped flooded cars in Caboolture, north of Brisbane, and at Imbil, west of Noosa, overnight as rainfall of up 177mm was recorded in some areas in the 24 hours to 4am on Thursday.

A woman in her 30s died in floods near Mackay, in north Queensland, with unseasonal May rain up to 10 times the monthly average lashed on parts of the state.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services received 114 calls for help in the past 24 hours, mostly in the southeast, as the rainband tracks south.

Despite the massive rainfall, only one home was inundated with ankle-deep floodwater at Kelso, outside Townsville.

Cloud engulfed aircraft before fatal crash A HELICOPTER pilot was told to turn around because a “wall of cloud” was approaching, minutes before the aircraft crashed north of Melbourne, a preliminary report into the accident says.

Pilot Dean Neal, 32, was killed along with four passengers when the Microflite helicopter he was flying crashed at Mt Disappointment 60 kilometres north of Melbourne on March 31.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau’s preliminary report into the crash, published on Thursday, said Mr Neal’s helicopter was following a second aircraft as they

approached the mountain that morning.

They were initially flying between a layer of scattered cloud at about 3500 feet, but the pilot of the leading helicopter reported seeing a “wall of cloud” begin to surround the aircraft.

They initially broadcast to Mr Neal they would turn around, before repeating again, “U-turn, U-turn, Uturn”, as they performed a sharp left-hand turn about 7.56am.

The pilot saw Mr Neal’s helicopter pass below them and continue towards the mountain about 30 seconds later.

The ATSB report said the helicopter hit a large tree before crashing to the ground through the tree canopy and catching fire.

Mr Neal, First AG Capital co-founder Nicholas Vasudeva, AXIchain founder Linda Woodford, finance consultant Ian Perry, and meat industry boss Paul Troja were all killed.

ATSB chief commissioner Angus Mitchell said investigations into the fatal crash would continue, with weather data, the helicopter’s maintenance history, and the operator’s management systems among the areas still to be analysed.

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Fourteen state schools have closed due to flooding and more than 530 roads have been closed or are impacted.

The Bureau of Meteorology has warned of further heavy rainfall over the next 24-48 hours, which could increase flooding.

“We’re expecting rain areas to continue across parts of central and eastern Queensland and within these rain areas, we could see thunderstorms, which could bring more intense pockets of rainfall

as well as damaging winds,” BOM senior forecaster Laura Boekel said on Thursday.

“These rain areas will likely ease from Saturday, where we will see rain activity become more showery over the weekend before easing.”

Emergency services are doorknocking homes in Grantham and villages in the Lockyer Valley, west of Brisbane, where flash flooding is possible on Thursday and Friday.

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PM rejects Chinese envoy ‘no threat’ claim SCOTT Morrison has rejected a claim by China’s ambassador that Beijing’s cooperation with Pacific island nations is not a threat to Australia.

Ambassador Xiao Qian told the Australian Financial Review the two nations had common interests that should outweigh their differences.

The prime minister said China’s “interference” in the Pacific was of “great consequence”.

“I don’t want to give any amplification for the views of the Chinese government,” he told reporters while cam-

paigning in Launceston on Thursday.

“I support Australia’s national interests, not the Chinese government’s view of what national interests are, whether it be in Australia or across the Pacific.”

The ambassador said while there would inevitably be some different positions and views between China and Australia, the two countries “should uphold the principle of mutual respect, treat each other objectively and fairly, respect each other’s history, culture, philosophy, systems and development path”.

“China’s growing power

should not be seen as a threat

by Australia,” Ambassador Xiao wrote.

“A big and powerful country that pursues a friendly policy can definitely become a friendly and powerful partner. While growing and growing, China has always been committed to conducting friendly cooperation with countries around the world, including Australia.”

Cooperation with the South Pacific was about “regional prosperity and stability”. “(It) will by no means threaten Australia’s security.”

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Speaking from experience

Landcare group welcomes new office bearers

By SIMONE KERWIN CHARLES Halloran (pictured) is hoping his musings on the joys of ageing will strike a chord with judges presiding over this weekend’s district Toastmasters International competition.

The Wangaratta Toastmasters member will be competing against the best seven speechmakers in the ‘humorous’ category from South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania, after progressing through his club, area and division competitions.

“In the humorous category, this is as high as it goes. There are a couple of other levels for those competing in the international category, and they can end up performing in America, as a couple of our members have done,” he said.

Having reached district level

last year, Charles is hoping to go further - with a place, or even a win - when he presents his speech online on Sunday.

Charles said he first joined Toastmasters 20 years ago to boost his self-confidence, and after a break he returned to join a club in Geelong, where he was living at the time. He has been a member of the Wangaratta club for the past five years.

“Over the years, my speech-craft has improved significantly,” he said.

“Not only does Toastmasters teach you how to put a speech together, and get rid of those ‘ums’ and ‘ahs’ when you’re speaking, it’s also about leadership.

“People join Toastmasters for all sorts of reasons - they may have a wedding speech they’re preparing for; we had one member join because they had a stutter, and they have gone on to do

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some public speaking.

“We’ve also had some air force cadets come through who have got a lot out of it.

“It’s wonderful to see people grow and develop, and be able to present a speech where they come in solidly, have a plan, and sell a message.”

Charles said fellow Toastmasters members had helped him hone his speech in preparation for Sunday’s competition, and he was eager to present it to the judges.

“There will be seven other very strong competitors, but I’m aiming for a place,” he said.

Charles encouraged locals interested in Wangaratta Toastmasters to find out more by attending a meeting.

The group meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month from 7pm at the Wangaratta Library, and occasionally at

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a club or pub for dinner.

President Kevin Vaughan said Toastmasters could help improve communication skills and selfconfidence, enable members to learn more about public speaking and effective presentation, build leadership abilities, and assist with networking.

“We have some very accomplished speakers in our ranks (including an international speech contest winner), however most of our members have joined not to be the best speaker in the world, but to be better than they were when they started out.

“In this sense, we have a 100 per cent success rate. This is due to the supportive environment and expert advice available within our club.”

The group’s next meeting will be held on May 23 at the library in Docker Street.

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HODGSON and Horseshoe Creeks Landcare Group welcomed some new office bearers and committee members at its recent annual general meeting.

The May 1 meeting was well attended by 19 members, who saw the new executive team installed, comprising president Gerard O’Neil, vice president/equipment officer David Schultz, secretary Kate Owen and treasurer Maria Schultz.

Committee members are Sue Briggs, Noel Kneebone, Gianni D’Ortenzio, Dena Lobban, Murray Bennett and Maree Dobbs.

The meeting marked the end of a two-year presidential term for Murray Bennett, whose leadership will be greatly missed, and the retirement from the committee of Murray’s grandfather, Arthur Bennett.

During his involvement, Arthur held the position of president for three years, public officer for 19 years and committee member for a further seven years - a total of 29 years of service to Landcare.

The Bennett family have provided a very neat piece of succession planning, as Murray’s father Noel was the inaugural president at the group’s inception in 1989, so they have produced presidents in three generations.

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EXCITING TIMES: They’re pretty excited about the upgraded facilities at the Wangaratta Equestrian Centre, so much so that Tubby the horse took the opportunity to get in Rural City of Wangaratta Councillor Rozi Parisotto’s ear at the launch of the facilities on Sunday. Also enjoying the day were (from left) Anne Shaw, Natasha French, Cr Parisotto, Amy Ledger (on white horse), Tamlyn Godfrey (on black horse), Michelle Lilley, Laura Nankervis and Tim McCurdy (MLA, Murray Valley).

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By STEVEN BURKE THE $90,000 upgrade of the Wangaratta Equestrian Centre has transformed the sport for local riders. Tim McCurdy (MLA, Murray Valley) and Rural City of Wangaratta councillor Rozi Parisotto were on hand to open the Shanley Street facilities on Sunday.

The works have included new drainage and a new surface for the arena as well as lighting, meaning the arena is now flood-proofed

10 years ago and available to use all year round.

Wangaratta Adult Riders Club held its dressage championships at the arena on Sunday, with about 70 riders from all over Victoria competing.

Club secretary, Michelle Lilley, said the improved surface was already having a positive impact.

“We were able to do everything on the sand, where in the past, we were on the grass - it’s absolutely fantastic,” she said.

“We’ve already started using the lights so that people can go after work.

“We’ll be able to do that all throughout winter.”

More work is also under way to help the pony club and adult riders club grow, with a cross country track

being built on 50 acres of land in Shanley Street.

“We’re working together with the saleyards to build a track for all grades, from beginners through to advanced,” Mrs Lilley said.

“There’s been a lot of sponsorship from local businesses and we’re hoping to have it finished by the end of the year in time for the new horse trials season.”

The pony club meets on the fourth Sunday of each month while adult riders meet on the first Sunday of each month.

ACTIVE FELLOW: Jimmy is an active boy looking for a new owner who can keep up with him. He’s full of love, but might be a bit too boisterous for little kids as he doesn’t know his own strength. He is also a bit of an escape artist, so needs a fully enclosed and secure yard to play in. Jimmy’s microchip number is 956000014864823.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

RSPCA WANGARATTA WHEN you are looking for your next pet, make an appointment at the Wangaratta RSPCA. The shelter has many animals waiting for homes with availability changing daily.

The Wangaratta RSPCA animal adoption source code is BR100934 and animal microchip numbers are below.

Cats:  Short hair, male, 6 months, 956000014645213, ‘Zing’;  Medium hair, female, 2 years, 991003001345714, ‘Tania’;  Short hair, female, 10 months, 956000014865069, ‘Tabitha’;  Short hair, female 3 years, 941000026566959, ‘Regan’;  Short hair, female, 8 years, 956000014972820, ‘Munchkin’;  Medium hair, female, 4 months, 956000014649903, ‘Mia’;  Short hair, female, 2 years, 956000014648382, ‘Kylie’;  Short hair, female, 11 months, 956000014650844, ‘Ida’; Dogs:  Kelpie, female, 10 months, 956000014862016, ‘Izzy’;  Bull Arab x, male, 9mths, 956000014864823, ‘Jimmy’;  Bull mastiff x, male, 1 year, 9560000145151023, ‘Frank’;  Jack Russell Terrier, male, 2 years, 900164001765401, ‘Bunji’.

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Browns made an impact on Wangaratta

BY SIMONE KERWIN skerwin@ nemedia.com.au

End of an era after 75 years for city’s largest commercial building g g business

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EXT month will mark the end of an era for Wangaratta’s construction industry, as long-standing local company Browns Wangaratta officially winds down.

As operators Paul Challman and Dennis Backas move into retirement on June 28, their departure from the industry signals the end of Wangaratta’s largest commercial building business.

Browns Wangaratta began in the hands of Lionel H Brown, who started working as a builder in the city just after World War 2.

Lionel, who would travel to building sites by bike with his tools loaded on board, initially worked on construction of Housing Commission homes in Wangaratta before taking on commercial projects.

Among his early employees was Max Backas, who was working for Lionel before Dennis was born, and helped instil in his young son plans to pursue a building career.

“It was something I’d always wanted to do; Dad and I went and met Lionel in his driveway, and he offered an apprenticeship,” Dennis said.

He began as an apprentice with the Dobbyn Street-based business in 1972, and was followed in 1976 by Paul, who “just wanted to be a carpenter, so I came here and fortunately got a start in the industry.”

“Back when I started my apprenticeship, the business had built two-thirds of the Wangaratta hospital and half of the Mayday Hills Mental Hospital in Beechworth, as well as working on the Ovens and Murray aged care hospital,” Paul said.

It was after Paul had spent a couple of years working in Queensland, and returned to begin his own commercial company, that he and Dennis decided to take over the Dobbyn Street premises from LH Brown Industries in 1997, from thendirectors Lionel Brown, Garth Hodge, Phil Cunico, Max Pyle and Steven Brown, becoming the heads of Browns Wangaratta.

“We weren’t just handed jobs we had to work for them - but the Brown name definitely helped,” Paul said.

One of the new-look business’s first major projects was development of the Bluegum Technology warehouse, then came work at ADI, and contracts for Franklins supermarkets through

the region; flicking through printed job sheets, the pair can recall just how much work each involved.

In fact, it’s apparent when perusing those records that LH Brown Industries and Browns Wangaratta have made a significant impact on the landscape of the rural city as it’s grown since wartime.

From Lionel’s early years working on projects at local textiles businesses Bruck, Yakka and Wangaratta Woollen Mills; the Maximus Motel (which was later the Downtowner before becoming the Wangaratta Gateway, with the company working on all iterations); TAFE’s trade wing; through to the HP Barr pavilion in 1970 (which has twice been extended by the business), the bell tower at Holy Trinity Cathedral, and Our Lady’s Church, the Brown name has had a hand in construction of a large slice of the city’s buildings.

It has also been called on from afar, to handle numerous projects throughout the region, in Albury/ Wodonga, Mulwala and Bright, in Puckapunyal, and even in Swan Hill.

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H Brown Industries was involved in works on the Lavington Sports Club, construction of the Wangaratta Plaza (which has since made way for Dan Murphy’s and Quest Apartments), St John’s Village, IBM Wangaratta, Brown Brothers’ Epicurean Centre and North Wangaratta’s MDF plant before Paul and Dennis took the helm as Browns Wangaratta.

PART OF THE PLACE: Dennis Backas and Paul Challman look over some of the bus iness’s job sheets featuring projects from 75 year company’s operation in Wangaratta. s of the

END OF AN ERA: Paul Challman and Dennis the Backas at the front of se ba tta ara ng Wa Browns in Dobbyn Street, where his Lionel H Brown began ess sin bu ion construct just after World War 2.

PHOTOS: Kurt Hickling

STEADY GROWTH: Paul Challman and Dennis Backas at the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre. Involvement in the development of the Barr Reserve sporting complex, from the original pavilion built in 1970 when Lionel Brown was at the helm, to aquatic centre additions in 2000 and in recent years, is part of the Browns Wangaratta legacy.

Since then, projects have ranged from Wangaratta Hospital upgrades (to the Dicker Wing and Matthew Rohan Wing), design and construction of St Anne’s Primary School in North Albury, and development of Bright P-12 School, to building The Hub at the Wangaratta Showgrounds, upgrading the Wangaratta Saleyards, working on Mount Buffalo Chalet, and winning a Master Builders award for work on the Wangaratta High School senior school.

Changes in the political and world climate can often filter down to local trades; so it was with then-Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s Building the Education Revolution (BER) program - part of the Federal Government’s response to the global financial crisis in the late 2000s - which resulted in

Browns delivering on 13 school projects in the area.

Similarly, State Government bushfire protection programs for schools introduced in 2010-’11 and further developed in 2016-’17 saw Browns work on 48 schools from Marlo in the east, through a large section of the Yarra Valley and the Mornington Peninsula, and later from the South Australian border through to East Gippsland.

“The steel mesh on one of our projects near Bairnsdale, at Clifton Creek, was the only thing left when bushfires went through that area,” Paul said.

Redevelopments to Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning offices at Swifts Creek, Bendoc, Broadford, Mansfield, Rushworth and Myrtleford have been another boon for the local business.

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oth Paul and Dennis believe they timed their run in the building industry well.

“I’ve been fortunate - except for the red tape that’s involved now.

Building something is simple - it’s putting together the inches-thick tenders, and the constant emails and job administration, that are the difficult part,” Paul said.

“On the commercial side, the tech going into buildings is just mind-blowing compared to what it was, things like nurse call/fire alarm systems in hospitals, air conditioning systems and control systems in aquatic centres.

“There’s two ways you can look at it, though - either you don’t want to know about that technology side of things, or you never stop learning, and the latter is what we’ve chosen to do.

“In the end, you get out of this job what you put into it. If you do the hard yards, you’ll come through okay.”

Both Paul and Dennis said the most satisfying part of the job was seeing a completed project and a happy client.

“Wang council has been one of our biggest clients, and one of the best to work with,” Dennis said.

It’s not just the project plans that have passed through the Dobbyn Street office which mark the history of the place; it’s also the number of apprentices who have learnt their trade and gone on to run their own businesses.

“We’ve always had a fantastic workforce,” Paul said.

And even through the uncertainty and changeable nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, Paul and Dennis said Browns’ reputation among sub-contractors for having everything ready to go when they step on-site had been upheld.

Paul has concerns that the building industry will take a hit in the next 12 months: “Workers are as scarce as hen’s teeth, and the continuity of supply is going to be a major headache.”

However, having carved out strong careers in construction, both Browns Wangaratta operators encouraged other local young people to follow the path they’ve trod.

“If you’re not a rocket scientist, go and do a trade; if you’re good enough at it, you’ll never be out of a dollar,” Paul said.

The pair are now preparing for an online auction of the business’s remaining property, ranging from shelving and doors to tools and even several kitchen sinks, to be conducted by Garry Nash & Co on May 20.

And beyond that, there will be more time for travel, watching footy, and to be with family including their grandchildren.

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Don the orange, join the SES

By RYAN MALCOLM WANGARATTA’S newest SES unit controller has urged local community members to get involved with the volunteer service.

Jess Zuber took over the helm of Wangaratta unit controller last month, after forging a reputation as a vital member of Chiltern’s emergency response since 2017.

She believes the local effort could be further bolstered by an influx of new members.

“I asked if I could go in and help out the unit and install some new processes,” she said.

“They have an amazing facility in Wangaratta - we have road crash rescue here which is different to Chiltern, so it’s been interesting to learn and see how the members respond.

“We had three callouts last week, we’ve had quite a busy start to the year so we’re always looking for new members.”

Taking over the mantle at the $1.6m state-of-theart facility, Ms Zuber said strengthening the connection between local SES and the community were key focal points for the brigade under her leadership.

“I want to get our

community more engaged - people need to know what we do,” she said.

“We do such a diverse role by helping police and CFA crews on scene, rescues and flood response.

“We’d love some new volunteers to join who are ready and willing to get involved.”

To get involved call 0448 024 128 or email wangaratta@ses.vic.gov.au.

IN CHARGE: New Wangaratta SES unit controller Jess Zuber is urging local community members to get involved with the local emergency service.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Marking ‘10 years of giving’

BRAND NEW: Into Our Hands has launched its new website which will help locals understand what they do.

THE Into Our Hands Community Foundation has started its ‘10 years of giving’ celebration with a new website.

After receiving grant money early last year, the Into Our Hands team put their website project out to tender.

Many fantastic applications were received and after reviewing them all, the project was awarded to Albury Wodonga Creatives with Aimee Chan, Ben McLeish and Rowan Latimer working tirelessly to make the vision for the new website a reality.

Into Our Hands was estab-

lished after the Black Saturday bushfires and has been distributing money throughout our region for the past 10 years.

They have been supporting community projects and strengthening community relationships via grants, support and non-profit/community volunteer capacity building.

Since 2012 they have awarded more than $1.2 million back to the region.

With foundation growth over the past 12 months, an increase in staff, and establishment of new sub-funds under

their umbrella, as well as having the best year on record for donations, Into Our Hands believe that their profile is growing in the community.

“We are so thrilled that we have this new website to showcase our work, our funds and our grants and explain how people who live local, can give local and make an impact in the region they live in,” Into Our Hands executive officer Sarah Thompson said.

“The new website is a culmination of years of work to transition this organisation to be a foundation for the whole

“That’s what Into Our Hands is here for, and we are delighted that our new website can help more people understand what we do.”

Launching the new website is just the beginning of celebrating the 10 years of giving for Into Our Hands.

The Foundation has several new projects in the pipeline and some exciting new partnerships which will be announced in the coming months.

To view the new website visit https://intoourhandsfoundation.com.au/.

region, for broad community needs and causes.

“We’ve been here for 10 years and we want to be around another 10 and another 10 after that.

“The website showcases a range of new grant stories, donor stories and fund stories thanks to funding from the June Canavan Foundation and FRRR. “It’s critical our regional community have a partner in their fund development, help with the grants and their projects and support to bring big ideas to fruition.

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Whorouly speed limit concerns voiced

By STEVE KELLY WHOROULY resident Sue Nicholl wants the 100kph speed limit on the town’s main road reduced to 60kph.

Ms Nichol addressed Wangaratta council at its monthly meeting, saying she has voiced her concern for years about the speed of vehicles in the vicinity.

“I would like the 100kph sign moved down to the other side of the Ron Nicholl bridge and perhaps 60kph through the town.

“At the other end of town it’s 80kph through to the main road, but right near my house it’s 100kph and people are going that speed well before they reach my house.

“I think it’s dangerous because you have kids walking or riding their bikes to and from school and something needs to be done about it urgently.”

Council director of infrastructure services, Marcus Goonan, said speed zoning is the responsibility of Regional Roads Victoria and VicRoads in Melbourne.

“We can advocate for it and I’m more than happy to do some research on it and we can put counters out on the road to see what traffic is doing and we do this on many of our roads,” Mr Goonan said.

“This will give us an indication of speed, numbers of vehicles and types of vehicles and from there we can continue that conversation.”

Mr Goonan warned Ms Nicholl that the process to have a speed limit changed was not a quick one and it could take 12 months.

He said the lifting of speed limits from 60kph to 80kph could be approved locally but what she is requesting has to take a longer process.

Council will now assess the site and ascertain whether the request meets the criteria of a speed limit change application.

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Visitors’ scheme has helped for 30 years

FRIENDLY DUO: Volunteer Michael (standing) visiting Ron.

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The Community Visitors Scheme (CVS) has been matching volunteers to socially isolated residents in the Hume region for 30 years, so it’s time to celebrate.

The CVS has been part of Wangaratta’s Centre for Continuing Education since 1992.

“For 30 years, volunteers have been offering friendship to socially isolated residents in home and aged care, facilitated by the Community Visitors Scheme,” Felicity Williams, chief executive officer of The Centre for Continuing Education said.

“During two long years of COVID-19 lockdowns, the elderly have struggled with isolation in their home or aged care facilities.

“The Community Visitors Scheme is a vital pathway to reconnect those elderly persons with the community.

“Volunteers in the region are the life blood of the community, dedicating their time to building relationships with elderly persons.”

Michael is a volunteer who visits Ron in Bright.

“I really enjoy visiting Ron regularly for the conversations and providing company,” Michael said.

“It really helps to make Ron happy, and it only takes one hour every fortnight.”

Ron enjoys the visits.

“I love when Michael visits, we reminisce about the history of Bright and it breaks the monotony of my day,” Ron said.

All current CVS volunteers are invited to the celebration at The Centre’s Wangaratta Campus on Monday, May 16.

“What l like about visiting is the laughs that we share and the way that a visit with someone brightens both our days,” volunteer Rebecca said.

Jennifer, who visits an aged care facility in Seymour loves the way the resident lights up when she sees her.

“I feel it really makes her day,” Jennifer said.

Aged care facilities see the positive aspects of community visitors.

“When Jennifer visits her resident, it really enhances their mood,” the case manager for Karingal Aged Care Facility said.

“The CVS one-on-one visits combat loneliness,” she said.

One of the most important aspects of the CVS program is that it provides a special friend to someone who does not have family or friends nearby who visit.

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Vine Hotel hosting Rainbow Ball ENJOY a night of great food, entertainment, music and dancing when the Vine Hotel hosts the inaugural LINE Wangaratta Rainbow Ball tonight.

Tickets include a two-course meal and entertainment available at www. thevinehotel.net.au.

Hidden Creatures at Merriwa Park FAMILY fun is in store tomorrow when the Rural City of Wangaratta and Arena Theatre Company present the Hidden Creature Gallery project at Wangaratta’s Merriwa Park.

Everyone is invited to come down to the park from 10am to 12pm and hunt for the Hidden Creature tags, exploring the wonderful virtual creatures that have been developed by local children.

There will be a Lions Club sausage sizzle, ice cream and creative workshops by Ladybird Education, with no bookings are required with more information available at www. wangaratta.vic.gov.au.

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND a collection of textile artworks and paintings inspired by the humble chook in the Bainz Gallery at the Wangaratta Library this month. The fun pieces are captivating people of all ages and they were created by members of the Goulburn and North East Arts Alliance, the Peechelba Machine Embroidery Group and Embroiders Guild Victoria North Eastern Group, including Kerryn Taylor (pictured). Enjoy them throughout the month of May. Friday from 10am until 4pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 10am until 2pm until May 23 and entry is free.

Abstract art exhibition in Wangaratta Wangaratta GUEST artist Dore Stockhausen Farmers’ Market from Beechworth will be holding an exhibition of paintings inspired by the local environment at the Art Gallery on Ovens in the laneway off Murphy Street this weekend.

Her love of the rough granite found in the area is abstracted by formal geometry in this latest series of works.

“Wanderings - seeing outside to in” will be open Monday, Thursday and

bition touring with NETS Victoria, it is an exhibition of cultural consciousness and knowledge and of an unsevered connection between First Peoples of Southeast Australia and their Country over thousands of generations.

Featuring exciting new work by a number of contemporary artists it will run until June 12.

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DISCOVER the flavours of autumn at the Wangaratta Farmers’ Market which will be held tomorrow in the grounds of the Holy Trinity Cathedral from 8am until 12pm.

There will be a range of seasonal local produce to choose from plus baked goods, meats, cheeses and more, with purchases supporting local farmers and makers.

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Wangaratta Symphony performance THE Wangaratta Symphony Orchestra will present an afternoon of orchestral music by some of the great composers in the Memorial Hall at the Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre on Sunday.

It will be the inaugural concert of the Wangaratta Symphony Orchestra - a community orchestra formed in the midst of the challenges of COVID in 2021 - now thriving and attracting members from the across North East Victoria.

Featuring the music of Dvorak, Wagner, Vivaldi, Strauss, Brahms and more, including Dvorak’s 6th Symphony and Strauss’s ‘Firefest’, the all-ages performance starts at 2.30pm and tickets are available at www.wpacc.com.au.

Wilam Biik in Wangaratta AN exhibition which celebrates Wilam Biik (or home country in the Woiwurrung language) and how the First Peoples connect with it, is open at the Wangaratta Art Gallery.

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AN exhibition by Australian based artist Alun Rhys Jones whose practice analyses the ingrained stereotypes of perceived LGBTQI lives still perpetuated from and by mainstream news media, is being held at the Wangaratta Art Gallery.

After the recent marriage equality debates, the discussions regarding LGBTQI children and teaching staff being expelled from religious schools because of their sexuality and more, discrimination against the community never seems far from public discussion and media attention.

Jones’ work explores the constant and continuous scrutiny focused on the LGBTQI world and it will be on display until June 2.

Wangaratta community market BUYERS and sellers are welcome to browse the Wangaratta community market which is held every Sunday at Avian Park in Newman Street.

There will be a huge range of stalls showcasing plants, handmade items, second-hand goods, hats, moccasins, fruit and veg, tools, bric-a-brac and much more.

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NORTH EAST NATURALLY BRIGHT EYES: Collared Sparrowhawk with its staring bright yellow eyes. PHOTO: Chris Tzaros (Birds Bush and Beyond)

Collared Sparrowhawk lives up to its name

By IAN DAVIDSON and CHRIS TZAROS THE Collared Sparrowhawk, like its name suggests, mainly hunts small birds.

Its long, slender legs limit the size of the prey that it can carry, up to around the size of the Crested Pigeon.

At times they may catch insects, lizards and small mammals to eat and rely on stealth and surprise to catch their prey by hunting in flight or bursting from a concealed perch among foliage.

They hunt during the day and at dawn and dusk to catch birds at their roost sites, using their very long middle toe to clutch their prey, before they are killed, plucked and eaten.

The Collared Sparrowhawk is a medium-sized, finely built raptor with large staring bright yellow eyes.

The upperparts and side of the head are slate-grey, with a complete chestnut half-collar.

The underparts are finely

barred pale rufous on white and the rounded wings are rather short.

The bill is black, with a pale yellow cere (fleshy bill base).

The tail is long and generally squared at the tip and the sexes are similar in appearance, but males are smaller than females.

While very similar in appearance to the Brown Goshawk, Collared Sparrowhawks have a rounded tail rather than the squared tail of the goshawk.

The Brown Goshawk is also larger and more solid with thicker legs and toes and a heavy brow, giving it a fearsome look.

Collared Sparrowhawks are found across Australia and New Guinea, although they are generally uncommon.

Collared Sparrowhawks

are mostly resident in woodlands and will live near human settlements and in cleared areas, if there are trees or tall shrubs for cover to ambush their prey and to nest in.

They often eat introduced birds like House Sparrows and Common Starlings.

The Collared Sparrowhawk builds a rather flat nest of twigs and sticks in a tree fork, usually high among the foliage.

The nest is lined with fresh leaves.

The female incubates, with the male helping at times and provides her with food.

The female broods the young for the first week or so and then shelters them in very hot or cold weather.

The young are fed with small pieces of food, bill to bill.

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North East catchment strategy approved by government A NEW long-term vision and blueprint for investment into and management of natural resources for North East Victoria has been approved by the Victorian Government.

The North East Regional Catchment Strategy (RCS) was recently signed off by Minister for Water, Lisa Neville.

North East Catchment Management Authority (CMA) strategy investment and evaluation coordinator, Lachlan Thomas, said the development of the RCS took an engaging and learningdriven approach to capture the aspirations of the community, Traditional Owners/First Nations and other organisations in natural re-

source management.

“By incorporating different types of knowledge and developing new partnerships, the RCS is well placed to support new ways of working, seek new investment and progress priority directions within landscapes and communities,” Mr Thomas said.

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ral resource management priorities and support the development of landscape resilience in the region.”

Established by the Victorian Government to provide to provide a blueprint for natural resource management at a regional level, the RCS has evolved to consider how people and place are entwined, what drives

Chris Cunningham said she was excited to support the CMA and its delivery partners in implementing the RCS. “The renewed Regional Catchment Strategy reflects the histories, interests and aspirations of North East Victoria,” Ms Cunningham said.

“The strategy will act as a guide for delivering on natu-

change and how to deal with opportunities and threats to create resilient landscapes.

Public consultation for the draft North East RCS was undertaken in the second half of 2021, including online workshops and an online survey.

The North East RCS is now available at https://northeast.rcs.vic.gov.au.

Winton Wetlands sculpture walk A MAJOR new outdoor art installation which permanently showcases the work of Yorta Yorta artists will be opened at the Winton Wetlands on Sunday from 11am until 2pm.

The Sculpture Walk will be known by an indigenous title, Lotjpatj Natjan Danak, which is the ‘Yarning and Gathering Pathway to Sculptures’.

The public event will be held at the area between the hub and café complex and the former Mokoan Yacht Club, with the opportunity to view the art, talk with some of the artists, eat and enjoy live music and other family-friendly activities.

Yarrawonga Mulwala community market THE Yarrawonga Mulwala Rotary Club will hold a community market on Sunday at the Yarrawonga Showgrounds.

This market is an opportunity for vendors to sell their wares, and for residents and visitors to pick up a bargain or just have an enjoyable day out with over 100 stall holders are expected.

There will also be a Rotary BBQ and funds raised go to the club’s community service and charity projects.

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Acting council CEO appointed

By MARTIN DAVIS

NEW CEO: Alan Clark will become Alpine Shire Council’s acting CEO from May 21, for up to 12 months.

PHOTO: Steve Kelly

ALPINE Shire Council has appointed former Rural City of Wangaratta senior manager Alan Clark as acting chief executive officer for a period of up to 12 months.

Councillors endorsed Mr Clark’s appointment at their meeting last week, and he will commence on May 21.

Current CEO Charlie Bird, who chose not to seek an extension after being in the top job for the last five years, will leave council on Friday, May 20.

Mr Clark said he is looking

forward to the being in the top job for the next six to 12 months, while the CEO selection committee seek to recruit a permanent CEO. “During my time at the Rural City of Wangaratta and Indigo Shire I was involved in the infrastructure side of the capital works projects,” Mr Clark said.

“I oversaw all of the works with the roads, emergency services, asset planning, parks and waste...my role being quite similar in both councils.”

Mr Clark said the Alpine Shire is a fantastic council which delivers far more for its size, and he is keen to to con-

tinue with the work Mr Bird and the rest of the council have been delivering in recent years.

“I did a stint just over 15 months ago at Alpine while Charlie was away, with Will (Jeremy) going into the CEO role for the time and I was the director of infrastructure,” Mr Clark said.

“So, I got to know Alpine well.

“I have owned property in Alpine and also farmed here so it feels like I am coming back home.”

Outside of council Mr Clark and his wife developed and

owned Watchbox Wines in the Indigo Valley, which has recently reopened, while he was also an Army officer for 20 years prior.

Some of Mr Clark’s immediate challenges will be around finalising the council budget and also starting talks around legislative changes around waste removal.

“There are always challenges around priorities as there is never enough money,” he said.

“The first cat of the rank will be adopting the new budget, which seems to have progressed well already so it should be relatively easy.”

Boat ramp improvements begin at Lake Buffalo GETTING out onto the water at Lake Buffalo will be made easier with construction beginning on a $250,000 boating upgrade at Marshalls Ridge.

The upgrade is being funded by the State Government’s $33 million Better Boating Fund, which reinvests boating licence and registration fees back into projects and programs to improve boating.

Better Boating Victoria (BBV) has worked with facility managers to progress concept designs for the project as part of the state’s

biggest ever boat ramp construction program.

Improvements are being managed by GoulburnMurray Water and include formalising parking and boat preparation areas near the ramp to reduce queueing and make parking trailers easier.

Existing dirt parking areas will have compacted gravel laid down to make them easier to access in all conditions.

Additional works include reinforcing the foreshore area around the boat ramp to allow for temporary mooring and to reduce the

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The connection between the boat launching area and the top of the ramp will also be improved to make it easier to reverse a trailer down the ramp when launching or retrieving boats.

Minister for Fishing and Boating, Melissa Horne, said Lake Buffalo is a spectacular spot to enjoy a day on the water and the latest upgrades will make it easier for boaters to launch and retrieve their vessels.

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Alpine resort frustrations Bushfire insurance challenges g for p properties p and businesses remain unresolved

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WEEKEND snowfalls may have heightened expectations for a great snow season ahead next month, but it has done little to allay insurance concerns that some fear threaten the future viability of many clubs, apartments and businesses at our alpine resorts of Mt Hotham and Falls Creek.

More than six months ago Victorian Snowsports Association president Dave Clark raised industry concerns over many major insurers having decided not to offer cover to alpine properties, following the 2019/20 bushfire season.

Since then the situation has only got worse, according to Mt Hotham Chamber of Commerce president Steve Belli, who is also deputy chair of the Alpine Resorts Industry Advisory Group and of the Alpine Community Recovery Committee - Bushfire.

“Buildings valued at over $20 million at alpine resorts are unable to be insured at all and some underwriters are now not insuring buildings with any wooden cladding or wooden flooring, which accounts for a majority of buildings in the alps,” Mr Belli told the Wangaratta Chronicle this week.

“For those who have been able to get insurance, the premiums from 2019 to 2022 have risen enormously, some up by 700 per cent.

“This is simply unviable,

WINTER WONDERLAND: Mt Hotham (pictured) and Falls Creek were blanketed in snow late last week, and into the weekend, in what many hope is a good omen for the winter season ahead. Vail Resorts Australia wasted no time taking full advantage of the early cold snap, firing up their snow guns at both resorts to start building a base for the season ahead, which will officially open on Saturday, June 11.

PHOTO: Vail Resorts Australia particularly after the financial challenges of the past two years, with only a four day season in 2020 and another lockdown plagued 2021.”

Mr Belli said it is mandatory for properties to have insurance or they breach crown alpine leaseholder requirements.

“The government is entitled not to renew their lease, but that is not happening at present,” he said.

“We first raised this insurance issue two years ago and despite ongoing discussions with government agencies we don’t have any resolution...it’s a major concern and is certainly stifling development and investment.

“Resort management

boards have been doing what they can to assist, recognising there is a problem, but ultimately the decision does not lie with them.

“There have been time lines for a response from DELWP that keep blowing out and we are aware of them doing something, but what and when is turning into a bigger mystery...it’s simply not good communication at all.

“We’ve been telling the government there is a market failure of insurance in the alpine resorts - based on some properties unable to get any bushfire insurance, and those that can having to pay exorbitant premiums.

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“We’re not after a free ride, we just want access to reasonable priced premiums.”

North East state and federal MPs, Tim McCurdy (MLA, Ovens Valley), Bill Tilley (MLA, Benambra), Cindy McLeish (MLA, Eildon) and Helen Haines (MHR, Indi) have raised the issue over the past year with the State Government.

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He urged Minister Pearson to assist the VMIA, Insurance Council, resort boards and local businesses of the alpine region in finding an affordable resolution which helps achieve their “legal obligations and insurance compliance”.

“We need to act now, before the situation spirals out of control, and a potentially devastating event occurs that will put many of these businesses, and by association, their owners, and employee’s livelihoods, in jeopardy.”

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Celebrate the Italian traditions at La Fiera

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE

MYRTLEFORD’S La Fiera has seen strong ticket sales yet again this year, with some still up for grabs for the three-day festival which kicks off today.

Festival spokesperson John Costenaro said sales were on par with previous years with strong interest from the community in all the events across the weekend.

“We’ve had really strong sales of tickets, especially for the festa on Saturday,” he said.

“The live production that is replacing the usual chess match has a fair few tickets left for the 6pm session so we strongly encourage people to come along.

“There’s still definitely some spots left for the festa and other things in the program and tickets will be available for purchase from 11.30am on Saturday as well.

“La Fiera has been an event that was fortunate to never be cancelled throughout COVID, although we’re in a different

HERE WE GO: Looking forward to a weekend of festivities are (from left) Mary Tomaino from Circolo Calabrese of Myrtleford and District, Vivek Sharma from Coffee Chakra, Sebastiano Revrenna from Circolo Vicentini, La Fiera spokesman John Costenaro and Kane Michelini from the festival’s major sponsor Michelini Wines.

PHOTO: Martin Davis sustainability focus and are glad to have Community Garden and Landcare as part of the team this year.”

The full program is available online, visit www.lafiera.com.au.

our range of local Italian families cooking the food on the day and they’re people from this region so the food is made with great care and love.

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world this year and people can really enjoy themselves.

“We’re really proud of our festival; we’re confident to say we’re the most authentic Italian festival in Australia with

FUN FOR ALL: A big highlight of the La Fiera weekend is Sunday’s traditional clash between the Myrtleford Savoys at home to Wangaratta.

Market to add to Sunday’s Italian flavour ALL things Italian will be a special focus at the Il Mercato (market in Italian) this Sunday at the Myrtleford Piazza from 9.30am.

After a successful Il Mercato in 2021 with a load of positive feedback, the La Fiera and Myrtleford Farmers Market committees decided to bring it back.

The market will have an Italian spin with more food, roasted chestnuts, coffee, salami, vin Brulee (mulled wine) from La Fiera’s primary sponsor, and many more Italian treats for people to enjoy.

Myrtleford Farmers Market coordinator Louise Benini said there would be something for everyone with heaps of Italian food and entertainment.

“We will be having the return of Jazz Amore who entertained us last year, while we have a new addition with Matthew Arena and friends to join in with the entertainment,” she said.

“There will also be a cooking demonstration where Patrizia Simone and James Mele from the Meat Room will be joining forces to teach you everything about cooking and making sausages.”

The market will run from 9.30am to 1pm.

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$60m build for aged care LAST week Upper House MP for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes made a surprise visit to Mansfield, but the real surprise was what she brought with her - a shock announcement of funding for the shire’s aged care services in the vicinity of $60 million.

“The Mansfield community has been calling for an upgrade of the town’s aged care facilities and I’m delighted to say that, with

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this announcement, (we) are delivering,” Ms Symes declared at the Bindaree Retirement Centre.

“This is a major upgrade which will benefit dozens of residents and give peace

of mind to families in and around Mansfield that their loved ones have the best living conditions possible.”

The project will mean a brand new Buckland House replacing the existing and ageing 30-bed facility.

The new structure will go next to the Bindaree Retirement Centre in Highett Street on land already owned

by Mansfield District Hospital.

Once the all new Buckland has been built, the 42 bed Bindaree will also receive a complete refurbish itself.

“That’s not only 72 new beds, but 72 separate rooms,” said Ms Symes.

“It will be a bigger, better and safer home for residents.”

Indeed, the plans

Focus on alpine threatened species

By MARTIN DAVIS AROUND 60 people attended a successful Threatened Species Day held by Upper Ovens Landcare Group at Dingo Dell on Saturday, April 30.

The day started with a ‘Welcome to Country’ and smoking ceremony from Uncle Shane Monk from Taungurung Land & Waters Council, before speakers from organisations such as Zoos Victoria, DELWP, and the Australian Platypus Conservancy talked about various topics.

Event organiser Aviya Naccarella said all topics ranged from climate change and the increasing fire frequency in the alpine region.

“People who attended got an introduction to some of the unique threatened species that persist in the North East,” she said.

“This included the LongFooted Potoroo, Spotted Tree Frog, Macquarie perch and unique plant species endemic in the area, as well as the conservation efforts

state residents will be accommodated in single bedrooms with a private ensuite, in settings that “promote dignity, privacy and independence” - an environment that is dementia friendly and better suited to supporting mental health and the complex care needs of older locals.

The design also includes

Grant backs social enterprise efforts in Bright helping to skill up Indigenous youth

By MARTIN DAVIS

SMOKING CEREMONY: Uncle Shane Monk from Taungurung Land & Waters Council performed a smoking ceremony at the event at Dingo Dell.

PHOTO: Peter Jacobs being undertaken to protect them.”

“The day provided a great opportunity for people to network and share knowledge on the various topics.”

Participants also ventured outside to learn

about plants and animals which surround Mount Buffalo before ending the day with a panel discussion.

“The discussions were very thought-provoking, reflecting on bushfires and biodiversity with questions

from the audience being very engaging,” Ms Naccarella said.

“The audience questions revolved around how the community can get involved in conservation and data collection through citizen science projects.”

using ‘small households’ with their own dedicated kitchen, dining, lounge and break-out sitting areas.

The build is expected to be completed in 2025.

Ms Symes said it was all part of the spotlight on health in this year’s budget and it will no doubt be the biggest development the area will see for a long time.

BRIGHT entrepreneur Rebecca Crawley (pictured) is among 10 business leaders passionate about creating positive change in their communities from all across the nation who have been awarded $5000 grants to attend the Social Enterprise World (Rural) Forum on October 2-5 in Beechworth.

The co-owner of Dumu Pty Ltd, Ms Crawley received the grant through the Social Enterprise Business Boost, which was launched during National Ag Day last year.

She said she is looking forward to attending the forum and learning different ways to develop leadership skills.

“I hope to be able to network with other social entrepreneurs and learn from their journeys, while also learning how to work with community to increase the number of

people involved with social enterprise,” she said.

Ms Crawley runs Dumu Café, a youth training café that focuses on promoting the Indigenous people from the Nothern Territory while having a community ‘pay what you feel’ lunch and creating meals from rescue food.

She has been working with an Aboriginal organisation for several years, motivated by a gap in the transition to employment for the Indigenous population.

“We thought a café would be a good way to help train these youth in many different areas from customer service to hygiene and cooking skills,” Ms Crawley said.

“The café is used as a place of reconciliation while also giving first nations people a safe place to be a part of the community.”

First nations people in the alpine region have been able to get work readiness skills since 2015, which has assisted them in getting into the workforce.

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Celebrating our nurses For International Nurses Day 2022 Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) would like to thank and acknowledge the amazing work of nurses in our health service.

With in excess of 700 nurses at NHW they are key to providing the safe, quality care that NHW prides itself on.

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On 5 July 2022 Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) celebrated International Day of the Midwives.

This year the theme for the day was “100 years of progress”, celebrating 100 years since the formation of the International Confederation of Midwives.

NHW has seen significant progress in its midwifery team over recent years, as the number of babies born at NHW each year has tipped over 700.

The team has also diversified to include two “Midbros” – male midwives who are making a significant contribution to the team.

In celebrating International Day of the Midwives NHW would also like to thank all of the community members who had their children in our maternity unit, and who reached out with messages of support for our midwives.

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Celebrating our local

Thank you to nurses on International Nurses Day NURSES at Wangaratta Private Hospital were celebrated on International Nurses Day for their continued commitment to patients and the Wangaratta community.

Wangaratta Private Hospital acting director of clinical services, Suzanne Sims, said the hospital’s nurses take pride in delivering exception care.

“Our nursing staff have always been the lifeblood of our hospital, but I feel it’s particularly important to pause and recognise the contribution our nurses have made in the last few years,” Ms Sims said.

“While COVID-19 impacted us all, it made their workplace a much more challenging environment.”

Wangaratta Private registered nurse, Tamara Fisher, has been working at Wangaratta Private for more than 22 years.

“The comradery and genuine care for all is the ingredient that makes Wangaratta Private Hospital such a great place,” Ms Fisher said.

“We’re fortunate to be home to wonderful surgeons and specialists, nurses, office, kitchen,

cleaning and allied health staff.

“There is a great team environment which allows us to provide excellent care for patients.”

Fellow Wangaratta Private registered nurse, Rachel York, said the global pandemic put more pressure on nurses than ever before but the team worked together to always put patients first.

“Going to work every day we worry about the health of our patients, but during COVID we also had to worry more than ever about protecting our own health and safety and our families,” Ms York said.

“But, as a nurse you’re there to care, no matter what the situation.

“I love my workplace, my fellow colleagues and my job.

“Despite the pressures, l have loved every minute.”

International Nurses Day is about recognising the important role nurses play in health care.

The event is held on May 12 - the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the foundational philosopher of modern nursing.

 THANK YOU: Wangaratta Private Hospital nurses including (from left, back) Maria Seymour, Suzanne Sims, Prue Erickson; (front, from left) Anita Walker, Christine Macklin, Julie Coller and Jo McLaren take pride in delivering exceptional care.

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WONDERFUL WINTER: Many people avoid winter weddings, but there are many positives to the season.

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 friends and family.

Long-sleeved wedding dresses and wellcut suits in shades other than brown or pale blue have 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 - it is your day after all.

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IF you want a magical wedding day then The Witches Garden is for you.

They offer a unique wedding venue situated in the stunning scenery of the Mitta Valley just one hour and fifty minutes from Wangaratta.

The Witches Garden, so named for its dedication to preserving knowledge of healing through plants, has an extensive collection of medicinal herbs.

Guests are welcome to explore and learn about witches and healing in their Medieval Witch’s cottage garden.

With four acres of magnificent landscaped gardens, hedged rooms, endless flower beds, ponds, fountains, shady paths and a lake with wisteriacovered Monet Bridge, The Witches Garden is the perfect venue for traditional or themed weddings.

Dare to be different.

Make your vows under the silvery light of the full moon in a Celtic

PERFECT BACKDROP: The Witches Garden is unquestionably the most beautiful garden venue in the North East.

hand fasting or embrace a fantasy theme with costumes, colour and fun.

There is a huge formal staircase leading to the marquee area right beside the Mitta Mitta River, which is a great space for games to entertain guests while wedding photos are being taken.

Alternately, you are welcome to use the outdoor kitchen to serve

canapes and drinks.

The team can advise you on all aspects of your special day, including accommodation, nearby reception venues such as Mitta Pub and Brewery or marquee hire and catering.

This is unquestionably the most beautiful garden venue in North East Victoria so let The Witches Garden help you create the wedding of your dreams.

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Photographic affordability without compromising on quality HUSBAND and wife team, Kurt and Charlyne Hickling have photographed brides and grooms in the North East and love every aspect of their job.

From Albury’s Botanical Gardens, the roaring backdrop of Lake Hume, to the wineries of Rutherglen, the heights of Mount Buffalo and by the bay in Geelong, Hickling Photography will ensure your photos are as spectacular as the natural surrounds you have chosen.

Kurt and Charlyne are highly passionate about wedding photography and love working beside couples from the first planning meeting right through to the day they present the couple with their images.

“We know how important a wedding day is and we go above and beyond to capture every facet and to tell a story through digital photography,” Kurt said.

“Creating affordable memories is what Hickling Photography is all about and we love interacting and putting everyone in the bridal party at ease so we capture those key images.

“Our cost structure ensures our services are affordable so

couples can put more towards their honeymoon or within their wedding day budget.”

“Our rates may be lower than other wedding photographers but we take great pride in ensuring our results are comparable, if not better,” Charlyne added.

Working closely with people is a key element to capturing stunning images and knowing how much memories matter when it comes to a bride and groom’s special day, Kurt and Charlyne put their creative minds together to create fresh, original images unique to each couple.

“There is nothing more rewarding than when couples show off their large framed wedding print on the wall,” Kurt said.

Hickling Photography’s wedding packages cater for all types of weddings and locations and number of guests, whether you have 10 or 200.

To arrange a meeting or to learn more, visit www. hicklingphotography.com.au or @hicklingphotography on Facebook.

PICTURE PERFECT: Whatever backdrop you choose for your wedding photos, Hickling Photography will get the most out of it.

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Picture perfect event centre WITH 360 degree views of the Yackandandah Valley, Annie’s Retreat, Vineyard, Orchard & Outdoor Event Centre sits atop a small hillock which offers guests the perfect backdrop for their wedding photos.

Although the property is nestled near the snowfields, they rarely receive snow, instead, you will be treated to gorgeous sunset views, beautiful gardens and a working vineyard.

To take advantage of the best weather, event bookings are between September and March each year.

Husband and wife team Anthony Muhlebach and Anne Taylor are your hosts at Annie’s Retreat and delight in working with couples to organise an affordable and unique wedding day at their venue.

Trained wait staff can be organised to assist your chosen caterer or supplier and there are two areas available - one for ceremonies and one for the reception with photo opportunities in the vineyard or five acres of landscaped gardens including a beautiful rose arbour.

There are Angus cattle which are fantastic for real ‘country-themed’ wedding parties.

When they are not taking care of guests at weddings and events, Anne and Anthony are hard at work in the vineyard and have produced two vintages so far - a Sparkling Shiraz bottled in 2018 and the Muhlebach Series Shiraz in 2021.

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BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE: In addition to accommodation, an event centre and orchard, Annie’s Retreat also boasts a working vineyard.

rent on AirBnB with many visitors choosing to make their base at Annie’s and exploring the nearby snowfields, historic towns and bike trails each day of their stay.

Small wedding parties can also be accommodated at the farmhouse.

So when you are considering where to have your wedding or your next event, make Annie’s Retreat, Vineyard, Orchard & Outdoor Event Centre the top of your list.

Your perfect wedding gown KRYSTAL Kaye has known since childhood that her dream career was to be a designer/dressmaker.

With a love for creativity and expression, a natural talent for drawing and a passion for all the beautiful fabrics available, Krystal had her career path mapped out, and for the last 10 years she has been living her dream.

At Krystal Kaye Designs, the traditional stigma and values of what a wedding ‘should’ be or what a wedding dress ‘should’ look like is set by the wayside and Krystal works with clients to create their dream grown.

“I have a soul urge to break through those stigmas and create something unique for my clients,” Krystal said.

“You don’t have to have a typical white or ivory wedding or event gown if you don’t want to, there are so many options to choose from.

“By bringing new ideas, bold colours, alternate fabrics, prints and designs

TRADITIONAL OR NOT: Krystal Kaye Designs work with clients to create their perfect wedding gown.

to the table, clients’ wedding gowns can be as individual as they are themselves.

“I love to bring awareness to our future brides to be bold, be different and be confident in wearing you.”

Clients are invited to visit Krystal in her creative

studio space where you will receive friendly guidance and support as you discuss what you envisage your ‘perfect’ wedding gown looks like.

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Creating moments to cherish BETH Hulley’s mother was rarely in family photos as she was always the one taking the pictures.

After her passing, Beth realised how precious the photos of herself, her brothers and her father were, and how absent her mother’s presence was.

That absence inspired Beth to become a family photographer and her business has grown to include weddings, newborn and lifestyle photography.

“Initially, I wanted to capture those real moments for others, moments that mums and dads could be part of, instead of being behind the camera,” Beth said.

“Photographing families and couples led me to photographing weddings and I now regularly photograph these couples’ growing families.

“I adore the bubbling excitement of weddings, the raw unapologetic love people show for one another, the bear hugs and the secret glances between lovers when they think no one is watching.

“I love observing the magic unfold and capturing it, and telling it back in a story of photos.”

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A modern twist on the veil

SPECIAL DAY: Rian & Carmen Littler were married at Bald Hills House, Stanley.

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micro weddings or large events and says her style is very natural and candid.

“If you are looking for a photographer who is low key, low stress, but still pays high attention to detail,

contact me.

“I have photographed extensively around the North East, however I will also travel several hours from home if that is your wish.”

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THE history of the wedding veil dates back to ancient Greece.

The meaning of what the veil represents has shifted over time and has a variety of symbolisms.

Some references about the purpose of the veil include the delivery of a modest and untouched maiden, hiding a bride from evil spirits who might want to thwart her happiness and that it is bad luck for the groom to see the bride before the ceremony.

Veils can be made from a variety of light materials.

Longer veils are usually made from a net or tulle while the 1950s saw the introduction of a birdcage veil.

This style covers just part of the face, floating across the nose to reveal the lips.

For the modern bride looking to embrace the longstanding wedding tradition, a birdcage veil is a modern playful option.

The accessories worn on a wedding day are nowadays more about personal style and a real reflection of the bride and groom.

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The veil can be customised to suit your wedding day outfit with a range of veiling available.

Veils can range from striking large diamond shapes to a light delicate net that sits across the face and colour matched to your wedding dress.

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Celebrating love in all its forms

CIVIL marriage celebrant Lesley Sanderson from Sandersons Celebrancy Services is blessed to have a life filled with love, laughter and community.

Married to the love of her life, Warren, for more than 30 years and mum to three wonderful (human) children, two fur kids and a granny to four grandchildren, she is passionate about creating the perfect wedding ceremony for her clients.

Lesley believes everyone deserves to marry the person they love and to celebrate that love in the way that reflects the people they are.

She is a proud supporter of same-sex marriage and has links to the LGBTQIA+ community through her beautiful trans daughter, Lexie.

Lesley will work to create a truly bespoke ceremony for your special day that will reflect who you are and how you both arrived at this momentous occasion.

From music to readings, rituals and vows, every part of the ceremony will reflect your love and give

WE GOT MARRIED: Shannen Reed and Nathan Bassett’s elopement was organised by Sandersons Celebrancy in just five weeks.

you beautiful memories to cherish for the rest of your lives together.

Lesley offers all prospective clients a noobligation consultation where you can discuss your plans and decide if you have found your perfect celebrant.

! Bespoke Wedding Ceremonies ! Romantic Wedding Ceremonies ! Elopement Style Marriages ! Legal Only Ceremonies ! Same Sex Marriages

Contact Lesley 0407 573 298 info@sandersonscelebrancy.com.au www.sandersonscelebrancy.com.au

So, when you are looking for a ceremony that’s all about you, one that celebrates the magic of your story and captivates your family and friends then Sandersons Celebrancy Services should be your first choice wherever you are across the North East.

Did someone say cheese...cake?

CHEESE towers make a wonderful alternative to a traditional wedding cake - just ask the team at Milawa Cheese Company.

With a range that includes hard cheddar, softer blue, brie, camembert and washed rinds, as well as delicate goat’s milk chevres (which make a great topper for the tower), you are sure to find the perfect choice to provide a unique twist and a talking point among your guests.

“A wedding is all about the opportunity to express your personality as a couple and if handmade cheese is what you’re about, we are very supportive of that,” said Kellie Wiedemann, Event Manager for Milawa Cheese Company.

“At Milawa Cheese, we love helping couples design a cheese tower that creates a statement on the night, as well as delicious memories.”

Once the tower is cut, the cheese can be served on a board, for a casual sharing feast, or individually plated as a finishing touch to a fine dining menu. Quince paste, fresh and dried fruits, bread or crackers make great accompaniments, and the tower can be decorated with an array of flowers and flourishes.

The fun needn’t end when the celebrations do; any leftover cheese can be made into next-level toasties for your guests the following day.

To organise a tasting for a wedding cheese tower, contact Milawa Cheese Co.

UNIQUE: A cheese tower in lieu of a traditional wedding cake will keep your guests talking long after the event.

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Modern three bedroom home THIS is an ideal investment or low maintenance Wangaratta property.

It is set in Wangaratta’s Baltimore Estate, which is almost complete as the last of the builders and tradies f ill in the last remaining vacant lots.

The home boasts three bedrooms, two bathrooms, separate shower and bath, double garage and has a

small private north facing f ront yard and lawn ideal.

The open plan kitchen/living area features an island bench, double sink, upright gas/electric cooking, dishwasher and ducted gas heating with evaporative cooling - all as you would expect for a 2016 built home.

Current renters have given notice

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to vacate this modern and clean property, which is available to settle as you need anytime after May 19.

There is a huge demand for rental properties of this description f rom $450 per week to $475 per week.

Agents Nutrien Harcourts look forward to showing this impressive property.

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Location | 2 Peepbo Street, Wangaratta

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Engineering - General Plant & Equipment - Collectors - 500+ Lots

Wednesday 18th May @ 12 Noon (on site)

(Online) 12 Noon Wed 11th May - 12 Noon Mon 16th May

27 Rowan Street, Wangaratta. Formerly Church of Christ.

a/c: M.J. DeNatris - 67 Main Street, Eldorado PROPERTY SOLD

PROPERTY SOLD

17 X 2M CHURCH PEWS, 1 X 4M CHURCH PEW, 2 - LECTERNS, 3 - MATCHING HARDWOOD CHAIRS, ALTAR, RANGE OF TABLES, KITCHEN PREPARATION BENCH, SMALL SELECTION CROCKERY, GLASSWARE & CUTLERY

SELECTION OF ITEMS. ENGINEERING: Oxy Set; Trolley Jack; Surface grinder 6” x 12” magnetic chuck; Frejoth power hacksaw c/w hydraulic lift; Shaper slotter e/motor; Servex compressor c/w 303 Kuboto engine plus 3 phase e/motor; Senior horizontal mill c/w extension table; Standaco vertical mill c/w direct current power feed; 8” bench grinder; Simplified electric lath 460mm swing 1 mtr B/C over bed - face plate 600, c/w accessories; Herless lathe 600 B/C, 150 swing over bed c/w accessories; Vyce & hand press; Makita metal cut off saw c/w bench; Pedestal 3/4 HP electric drill; 10 ton hydraulic press; Electric compressors; Large selection of tools/spanners.

Kubota A800 Generator. Plus a host of sundry items. GENERAL PLANT & EQUIPMENT: Fordson Major Diesel Tractor; Daken AG 4’6” slasher; Band sawmill 16hp Briggs and Stratton Vanguard engine; 5 FT home made slasher, 3’ P\L S/tyne ripper; 3 P\L Jib; 3 P/L Daken adjustable blade; 8 x 5 trailer c/w stock crate; Treated pine posts; 17ft high tank stand; Large quantity pipe, steel, steel posts; Fire wood elevator; Cement mixers; Steel car ramp; 5HP B&S Motor c/w horizontal shaft; Car accessories; Selection of timber; Trailer 800ltr; Fire fighting unit, c/w 5HP motor; Stihl chainsaws; Honda mower; Masport mulcher; Silvan portable sprayer; 3 wheel Moller mower 12HP B&S; V&H wood splitter 5HP B&S (Homemade); Outdoor settings & sundry items; Singer 200 industrial sewing machine. COLLECTORS: 2 old Fordson E27N tractors (1 with hydraulics) Fordson Spanners; Restoration; Collection of S/P mowers & rotary hoes; Sunbeam portable shearing plant c/w Villiers petrol motor; Forge with water cooled tuyere; Old engines - (Ronaldson & Tippet, Lister, Wisconsin); Quantity bottles; Cast iron tiled fire surround; Large anvil; Furphy tank; Howard rotary hoe to suit Fordson; Box old Catalogues; Black Smith tools; Camp ovens; Antique scales; Old Radio; Old piano stool; Reel mowers; Engine components; TNG baltic pine flooring; Winlass; Mining bucket; Antique childs digger; Horse drawn plough; Mitchell seat on stand; Wooden car models.

Inspection dates: Agents on site:

Tuesday 10th May - 12 Noon - 3pm Saturday 14th May - 9.30am - 12.30pm 67 Main Street, Eldorado

ONLINE BIDDING ONLY Terms Cash on day of sale. Items are subject to GST. All items to be removed on day of sale.

All proceeds will be shared equally with the above community funds.

To register, view photos & full list of items, download catalogue or to register to bid online scan the QR code.

Terms No GST applicable. 5% Buyers Premium, applicable on all items. Payment by electronic transfer or at the office. All items must be paid for in full & a copy of receipt provided must be shown when collecting items.

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How to help take the stress out of moving house Written by | realestateview.com.au in buying MOST of us consider moving home to be one of the most stressful events in our lives, yet it doesn’t have to be.

With some careful planning and prioritising you can truly get excited about moving to your new home.

Make a checklist Before you jump in and start building the first packing box, make a checklist.

Make a list of everything you need to do for your move, from booking the removalists to organising packing supplies.

Start early Time is everything when it comes to staying on top of your move.

As early as two months out, start by making your plan, get quotes from at least three removalists and get one booked in.

Giving your home a full edit prior to packing is crucial for a seamless move.

Begin with a walk through of your current home, taking note of large items that may need to be sold or donated - remember that every home is different, and some items may not have a place.

When it comes to editing the smaller things, work through one

category at a time.

Moving to your new abode is the perfect opportunity for a f resh start so you won’t want to bring things that are weighing you down.

After you have discarded those items not worthy of space in your new home, start packing.

Set up a box in each room and pack by category first.

Start with categories you can live without, like books and decor.

Up to one month before you move, change address for your utility bills and broadband with the start date being the day you move.

This is also a great opportunity to check if the plan you have been on is still suited and offers the best value.

Setting up a mail redirect through Australia Post is an effective way of making sure you don’t miss any important post - just make sure to update the mailing address of the redirected post as it arrives.

If you can get into your new home early schedule a visit to make sure it’s move-in ready.

Prepare the new home If you can get your hands on the keys for your new home early, schedule a visit.

Check for any work that might

FRESH START: Moving house is the perfect time to declutter and avoid bringing items into your new home that you no longer need or use. need immediate attention and ensure internal spaces are clean and ready for the new contents to be unpacked and organised.

Take note of the layout and storage space so you can plan out where things will go in advance.

Many hands make light work, so get as much help as you can.

Get help Many hands make light work, so if you can get help for your move it’s

likely to be less stressful.

Reach out to friends and family if they are close by and if you have young kids, consider getting a babysitter.

There are many great services that can help with moving from removal companies to professional organisers - it all helps.

• Edel Beattie is a professional organiser and can be found at thehappyorganiser.com.

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St Brigid’s - 861 Moyhu-Hansonville Road, Hansonville • Offered for sale for only the second time in its history is the former Catholic Church of Greta, St Brigid’s. Ideally located in the picturesque Greta Valley, deep in NE Victoria’s Kellycountry, St Brigid’s is situated 20 mins from Wangaratta, 12 mins from Glenrowan and 2 hrs 40 mins from Melbourne.

• Beautifully renovated to the highest standard (Smeg and Ilve appliances), while retaining all of the original architectural features that reflect its’ historical and cultural origins, St

FOR SALE $875,000

7 Stars At Number 7 7 Maple Circuit • This 2015 built family home located in Maple Circuit offers contemporary living in a prized location • Fabulous & spacious open plan living with the kitchen centrally located offering a seamless flow into the dining and living • An abundance of natural light fills both the living area & lounge room thanks to the home’s orientation • Large master bedroom towards the front with walk in robe & spacious ensuite

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Perfect Family Home - 40 Williams Road

Brigid’s is a benchmark property for the discerning buyer.

• With all of the complexities associated with conversion of a historical venue and uncertainty related to renovation costs removed, St Brigid’s offers the new custodians a range of options. From permanent residence to the perfect weekender escape, or operation as turn-key boutique accommodation in this rapidly developing tourist destination.

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Milawa At Its Best

163 Milawa-Bobinawarrah Road, Milawa • 4,624m2 large corner block. Ideally situated in a desirable location, nestled in the heart of the Milawa Gourmet Region, North East Victoria.

• A beautiful double brick family home providing generous family living & space.

• 4 generous sized bedrooms including ensuite & built in robe to the master bedroom • A flexible floorplan, multiple living areas including a large detached studio with designer bathroom.

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• Superbly located family home in the West End, set on a 699m2 approx. low maintenance allotment • Master bedroom with ensuite, additional three bedrooms also with built in robes • Open plan kitchen & dining with gas cooking and dishwasher • Large family room opens onto paved outdoor area • Main bathroom with bath, separate shower and toilet

FOR SALE $595,000

Opportunity On Vernon 2 Vernon Road • Neat & tidy 3 bedroom solid brick home • Ensuite to main bedroom including split system & built-in robe • Light & bright kitchen/dining area with dishwasher & gas cooking • Gas heating and split systems cooling for all year round comfort • Double garage, single carport, caravan or boat storage space & side yard access • Well-established gardens all set on 671m2 approx. allotment

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• Ducted gas heating & evaporative cooling for year-round comfort • Undercover entertaining area set in a very private rear yard with garden shed • Two vehicle carport along with a large shed • Recent installation of a solar system in 2021 • Located just moments away from the schools, recreational facilities & local shops

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Country Family Home With Fabulous Views 47 Blackboy Lane, Glenrowan • Family size home on 4.11Ha (approximately 10 Ac) situated in Hamilton Park, Glenrowan.

• Five bedrooms or 4 bedroom plus study.

• Large master bedroom includes updated ensuite & walk in robe.

• 9 foot high ceilings with open-plan living and ample storage.

• Combustion heater & split systems throughout for all year round comfort.

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Engineered for Success

Privacy & Tranquility - 2 O’Callaghan Drive • A quality home situated in a very desirable location enjoying a tranquil creek aspect • Featuring 3 large bedrooms with BIR (ensuite & WIR to master) • North facing formal lounge room with stunning vaulted timber ceiling & adjoining formal dining room

FOR SALE $790,000

• Open plan kitchen, meals/dining & family room • Double garage plus large brick shed/workshop Wonderfully established gardens all situated on a 1,195m2 approx. allotment

WEB ID 3468587

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Since its inception in 2003, Fitweld Engineering has built a resilient reputation as one of the region’s most trusted and experienced engineering companies. Located in Wangaratta, North-East Victoria, it is perfectly positioned to cater for the major corridors that service the major metropolitan hubs.

The business specialises in a diverse range of engineering including but not limited to: • General engineering • Structural engineering • Metal fabrication and welding • Mechanical engineering • Fabrication

FOR SALE $1,175,000 WIWO No GST Going Concern

Billy Tea Rooms 39 Gladstone Street, Glenrowan • Business & freehold opportunity in ‘Ned Kelly country’ • Located on active Kelly tourism business strip • Café with 40+ year history ideally suited for a sole trader or couple • Building includes a 2 bedroom residence previously a B&B • Current owners have completed a raft of capital improvements • An Information Memorandum is available

FOR SALE $395,000 WIWO No GST on freehold. GST on plant and equipment.

WEB ID 3439848

MAY 13 - 19 | 2022

Honda’s CR-VTi L7

■ WORTH CHECKING OUT: Practical lines with plenty of style work well visually for the new Honda CR-V VTi L7.

By EWAN KENNEDY HONDA CR-V VTi L7 is a seven-seat SUV that is one of many models within the comprehensive range.

It’s aimed at those who need to carry plenty of people, often including children either on everyday running about, though it’s the sort of vehicle that can be used on holiday trips as well.

Keep in mind that if you do carry seven the luggage capacity is severely limited.

Check for yourself be taking the family along while you are choosing which SUV you’re going to buy and making sure how they all fit in. At the same time have the little ones have a good view out to the side.

STYLING The designers have sensibly kept practicality in mind when penning CR-V but have managed to give it a pretty styling look.

All who commented on it during our test period liked the shape.

INTERIOR The front seats are wide and comfortable and are shaped to provide support during fairly spirited cornering.

The second-row seats have plenty of space to accommodate two adults or teens who are growing up fast.

And the centre seat is wide enough to be reasonably comfortable.

There’s a fold-down centre arm rest with drink holders, directional air vents provide a good flow.

There are pockets behind both front seats, and bottle holders in each door.

The rearmost seats are reasonably spacious but aren’t all that easy to get into.

At least for adults, the kids will love them and will chose to sit way back there as far from the parents as possible!

Ahead of the driver is a part-digital instrument cluster, with a 7.0-inch touchscreen sitting out from the dashboard.

There is a phone-shaped shelf in the centre console, large drink holders and a deep centre stowage as well as big door bins.

INFOTAINMENT Android Auto and wired Apple CarPlay are standard in the CR-V model, as is satellite navigation with traffic updates.

ENGINES/ TRANSMISSIONS Power comes from a hightech1.5-litre turbo-petrol fourcylinder engine.

It has 140 kW of power and 240 Nm of torque that’s there all the way from 2000 to 5000 revs.

The CR-V’s engine sits beside a CVT automatic that keeps the revs at exactly the right place all the time.

SAFETY Honda CR-V has a five-star ANCAP rating.

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE CR-V 2.0 VI 2WD: $35,300 CR-V 1.5 VTI 2WD: $38,300 CR-V 1.5 VTI 7 2WD: $40,300 CR-V 1.5 VTI X 2WD: $41,200 CR-V 1.5 VTI L7 2WD: $48,700 CR-V 1.5 VTI L AWD: $45,500

CR-V 1.5 VTI LX AWD: $53,200 Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges.

Contact your local Honda dealer for drive-away prices.

SPECIFICATIONS (Honda

CR-V VTi L7 seven-seat 1.5-litre petrol five-door wagon).

There are front, front-side and curtain airbags, the latter extending to the third row in seven-seat models It has lane- and roaddeparture warnings, there’s blind-spot monitoring is fitted to the VTi X and up models.

If you’re driving another model you will have to pay attention to what’s happening rather than having the car do it for you.

What Honda calls ‘Lane Watch’ is a blind spot camera that gives a picture on the interior screen when

■ ROOMY: The rearmost seats are pretty spacious and the kidws will love them. you turn on the blinker.

However, it’s only on the passenger side, presumably because Honda feels the driver has better vision on their side.

Can’t say we liked the way it works, so I used the usual turn of my head to check before changing lanes.

DRIVING Driving on smooth roads, these Hondas are quiet and unflustered, indeed there was near silence from the tyres on motorways.

Some coarse-chip surfaces added significant noise, but not to an uncomfortable level.

Comfort is good and the seats supported well, even

over long distances.

Steering is light and responsive, it’s safe and forgiving in tight cornering if you push it hard.

Obviously, it’s not intended to be driven that way, but it’s nice to know should you want to give it a fang.

Honda has a long history in motor sport, whether it’s on two wheels or four.

The cruise control is easy to set up and adjust on the move.

Honda CR-V’s engine has a minimum of turbo lag.

The transmission is always in the correct ratio - which is hardly a surprise given that it has an infinite number of

‘gears’ between the lowest and highest ratios in the automatic.

If you’re not used to driving a continuously variable transmission you may initially not like the way it operates.

However, you will become accustomed to it and appreciate the added performance and fuel saving it provides.

Fuel consumption on our 500-plus kilometres of testing was in the seven to eight litres per hundred kilometres around town and in the suburbs.

On the motorways it dropped to an impressively low five to six litres per hundred.

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Volvo’s S60 B5 Inscription: stylish, affordable

By CHRIS RILEY IT’S not quite the 374kW beast that we drove in Sweden a few years ago, but it’s a Volvo S60 nevertheless.

These days that means a rather sedate 183kW executive sedan that doesn’t use much fuel because it’s a hybrid.

The S60 remains a practical alternative to the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and MercedesBenz C-Class, for those not keen on German fare - and interestingly, it’s now built in the United States.

Inscription is Volvo’s midspec grade in terms of equipment, sitting between the Momentum and sporty R-Design grades.

It features a unique radiator grille, chrome themed exterior detailing, follow the road LED headlights with high pressure cleaners plus colour-coordinated door handles that are illuminated and provide puddle lights at night.

There’s just the one model, the S60 B5 Inscription, priced from $62,490.Standard equipment includes 19inch alloys, four-zone climate air, with humidity sensor and CleanZone air quality system, plus Driftwood inlays, light-coloured headlining, leather-accented upholstery, with front seats that are heated, have power adjustment, position memory, four-way lumbar support and power cushion extension.

There’s also keyless entry and start, head-up display, auto lights and wipers, auto dimming inside and outside mirrors, 360-degree camera, auto parking, and front and rear park sensors.

There are eight colours to

choose from, all a no cost option.

Our test vehicle was optioned with Lifestyle Pack: Panoramic Sunroof, Tinted Rear Windows, Bowers and Wilkins Premium Sound ($5700), Perforated Nappa Leather Accented Charcoal/Charcoal Interior ($3000); Advanced Air Cleaner ($500) and Metallic Paint (no cost option).

It brings the total price to $74,190 before on-road costs.

STYLING Volvo S60 is a standout design with clean, athletic lines, a short rear deck and longish bonnet.

It manages to be understated while retaining a personality.

Inside it’s classic Scandinavian, a mix of charcoal, lighter shades, metal finishes and the aforementioned grey driftwood inlays.

ENGINES/TRANSMISSIONS The S60 is powered by a 2.0-litre mild hybrid, four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine. The combination delivers a handy 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque, with power to all-four wheels via an eight-speed conventional automatic.

DRIVING Dynamic, Eco, and Comfort drive modes are accessed via the touchscreen and you can adjust the level of steering assistance to suit your taste.

The dash from 0 to 100km/h takes 6.5 seconds while top speed is limited to 180km/h (it’s a Volvo safety thing).

Suspension is double wishbones at front and integral axle rear suspension at the rear, with what Volvo de-

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■ STICKING WITH A SEDAN: Volvo S60 . . . its continued existence could depend on sales. scribes as Dynamic Chassis.

Switching to Dynamic mode definitely sharpens the way the car responds and handles, but to be frank it was a little too busy for our liking -- so we reverted to normal.

There’s no gear change paddles on the steering wheel but you can change gears using the transmission shifter.

The thing is it’s a little stiff and awkward to use. In fact, the positioning in relation to the seating position and fall of your hand feels all wrong.

In a stint hustling across the countryside along some backroads, we spent the majority of time shifting between 3rd, 4th and 5th gears -- which keeps engine revs in the desired zone.

The ride feels crisp and sporty and there’s plenty of grip thanks to all-wheel

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drive and Michelin Sport Pilot tyres.

However, the suspension is a little soft to really get into it.

At one point the seatbelt suddenly cinched tight when the car bounced over an undulation and the suspension unloaded.

At the same time, it’s satisfying to drive.

Cleverly the rear seat back fold down to accommodate longer loads, with a hidden storage compartment under the floor of the boot and space saver spare.

Volvo S60 doesn’t get the latest Google operating system yet. It does have iPhone support as well as speed camera warnings.

Private locking allows you to keep the luggage and glove compartment locked when you lend out your remote key.

This stops both compartments from being unlocked with the remote, but the central locking and ignition can be used as normal.

Additionally, the boot lid overlaps the hidden storage compartment under the load floor - making it impossible to open from the inside.

Fuel consumption from the 60-litre tank is a claimed 7.2L/100km. We were getting 8.4L/100km during our test period of just over 400km.

SUMMING UP Sedans are a dying breed as buyers gravitate towards pickups and SUVs. Hats off to Volvo for keeping the faith, even if there’s just the one S60 model.

It’s a stylish, practical package at a relatively affordable price (but unless it chalks up some sales, we feel it won’t stick around for long).

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Work experience Wangaratta District Specialist School AS part of his final year at school, senior student Toby Crawford is exploring employment options.

So far, he has worked for five days at Merriwa Industries in the packaging department as part of the school’s Structured Workplace Learning program.

He is supported by school staff and enjoys socialising with others whilst also working hard.

HANDS ON: Toby Crawford enjoys his time in the packaging department at Merriwa Industries.

Camp cooking COOK UP: Wangaratta Primary year 3-6 students try roasting their marshmallows in the camp fire.

CULTURAL JOURNEY: Appin Park students (from left) Cassidy Butler, Riley Laxton and Linken Stow proudly display their colourful artwork.

Creative expression Appin Park Primary School INDIGENOUS students are enjoying learning more about their culture through art activities.

Regional Koorie educational support officer Judy Kirby attends the

school weekly to support the students to enhance their cultural understanding.

Students are learning about the land and the animals that tell a story.

They are also learning

Schools days Cathedral College Wangaratta

Oxley Primary School KIDS enjoy many different activities during their camp at Queenscliff. They included body boarding and exploring all the beach has to offer.

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STUDENTS in years 3-6 had the fun opportunity to cook some marshmallows on the camp fire, participate in rounds of trivia and complete an Easter egg hunt at school.

It followed the postponement of their school camp during term one.

about respecting the land and their elders, what that means and what that looks like.

Creative art is a fun way to engage the students with their culture and history.

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Which species of penguin is the largest: a) king penguin, b) emperor penguin, or c) gentoo penguin?

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UP AND AWAY: Cathedral students (from left) Tayah Dickson, Lindsay Vincent, Layla Graham and Isabelle Pizzini raise the flags at the college.

STUDENTS have made an enthusiastic start to the new term. They have enjoyed catching up with friends and being back in the classroom.

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QUIZ ANSWERS: 1. b). The emperor penguin is the largest species of penguin, some reaching more than 120 centimetres tall, and weighing as much as 40 kilograms. 2. Your appendix is attached to the start of your large intestine, unless you’ve had it removed! 3. Two. Scientists believe that our Sun is a third generation star. 4. Rubies and sapphires are both made of the same mineral: corundum. However, rubies are red because they include chromium impurities. Sapphires are blue because they include titanium and iron impurities. 5. The south pole of Earth’s magnetic field is in the ocean between Australia and Antarctica, so if you walk ‘south’ of the South Pole, you’ll be walking towards Australia!

BEACH PLAY: Oxley students (from left) Baiden Hallinan, Bodi Jackson and Angus Fraser had a lot of fun at the Queenscliff camp.

Wangaratta Primary School

For more CSIRO Double Helix science visit www.csiro.au/ helix or call 02 6276 6643.

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Rural City Connection Friday 13 May 2022

Documents on Exhibition

Public notices

Know your backyard

Have your say on Council’s 2022/23 Draft Budget The Rural City of Wangaratta has prepared the 2022/23 Draft Budget as required by the Local Government Act 2020. The 2022/23 Draft Budget outlines the resources required to deliver the Council Plan strategic objectives and includes a four year budget forecast. The 2022/23 Draft Budget is now on public exhibition for community feedback through written submissions.

How to access documents Copies of all documents are available from the Wangaratta Government Centre, Cnr Ford & Ovens Streets, Wangaratta during office hours or online at https://bit.ly/3kqNbOJ How to make a submission

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

Please include “2022/23 Draft Budget” in the subject line.

Mail:

PO Box 238, Wangaratta VIC 3676. Please include “2022/23 Draft Budget” as the reference.

In Person: To Customer Services, Wangaratta Government Centre – Corner Ford and Ovens Street, Wangaratta. Please include “2022/23 Draft Budget” as the reference to your submission Closing date for written submissions Any person may make a written submission regarding the proposed strategy. Submissions will be received up to 5pm on Friday 27 May 2022.

Planning and Environment Act 1987 WANGARATTA PLANNING SCHEME Notice of the preparation of an amendment Amendment C88 The Rural City of Wangaratta Council has prepared Amendment C88 to the Wangaratta Planning Scheme.

The land affected by the amendment is described as Lot 2 PS704122M Vol 1136 Fol 843, Reith Road, Wangaratta.

The amendment proposes to amend Schedule 7 to the Special Use Zone as it relates to the Reith Road Equine Village land at Reith Road Wangaratta.

The existing Schedule 7 limits ownership of a dwelling / horse stables and the undertaking of animal training to a person registered under the Australian Rules of Racing. This requirement is proposed to be varied to allow a wider variety of Equine users to operate within the proposed village.

You may inspect the amendment, any documents that support the amendment and the explanatory report about the amendment, free of charge, at: r UIF 3VSBM $JUZ PG 8BOHBSBUUB XFCTJUF BU www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/publicnotices ; and/or r EVSJOH PGàDF IPVST BU UIF PGàDF PG UIF QMBOOJOH authority, Rural City of Wangaratta, 62-68 Ovens Street, Wangaratta, Victoria, 3676 r BU UIF %FQBSUNFOU PG &OWJSPONFOU -BOE 8BUFS BOE Planning website www.delwp.vic.gov.au/public-inspection.

Any person who may be affected by the amendment may make a submission to the planning authority about the amendment. Submissions must be made in writing giving the submitter’s name and contact address, clearly stating the grounds on which the amendment is supported or opposed and indicating what changes (if any) the submitter wishes to make.

Name and contact details of submitters are required for council to consider submissions and to notify such persons of the opportunity to attend council meetings and any public hearing held to consider submissions.

The closing date for submissions is 21 June 2022. A submission must be sent to the Rural City of Wangaratta, 62-68 Ovens Street, Wangaratta, Victoria, 3676.

The planning authority must make a copy of every submission available at its office and/or on its website for any person to inspect free of charge for two months after the amendment comes into operation or lapses.

Tenders

Generating Cashflow Thursday 19 May at 2pm – 4pm Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre The Rural City of Wangaratta is working together with Business Victoria to run a free online workshop designed to help you identify the key cash flow drivers in your business and provide ways of improving your operational activities that will immediately improve your cash flow.

During this online workshop we will cover profit vs cash, cash conversion cycle, suppliers and cash flow, improving customer collections and marketing and cash flow.

Registrations essential. Lock in your spot today and register here: https://bit.ly/3L00Lnp

C35320 King Valley Playground Upgrade Tender closes at 2pm Monday 23 May 2022.

C35452 Reconstruction of Merriwa Park Retaining Wall Tender closes at 2pm Wednesday 25 May 2022.

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Design & Construct Bank Street Levee Bank Pump Station Tender closes at 2pm Thursday 2 June 2022.

Further details may be obtained by visiting Council’s website.

Positions vacant Temp Full Time

Mechanic - Heavy Stream Support Officer -

Influenza Vaccinations With flu season fast approaching, we have added more vaccination sessions during May. The next sessions are held at Wangaratta Performing Arts Center and will run on 16 and 19 May. Please see our website for further details https://bit.ly/3MjhjHN

Development Services

Temp Part Time

Youth Engagement Officer

Temp Part Time

Delivery & Contracts Coordinator

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Visitor Services Officer

Full Time

Health Programming Coordinator Wangaratta Sports & Aquatics Centre

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PAC Theatre Technician Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre

Part Time

PAC Superviors - Front of House Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre

Casuals

These positions close Monday 16 May 2022 at 3pm Aquatic Education Instructors - Q2 Wangaratta Sports & Aquatics Centre

Casuals

Gym Instructors - Q2

Join us for a fascinating introduction to our nocturnal native animals with a guided spotlight walk at Northern Beaches. Enjoy a free dinner and presentation from local experts. Please head to the link for more information or to book your spot https://bit.ly/3stoo0Z

Wangaratta Sports & Aquatics Centre

Casuals

Domestic Care Worker

Casuals

Community Care Worker

Casuals

These positions close Thursday 30 June 2022 at 3pm For further information: www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/about-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

d.rees@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

h.bussell@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

a.fitzpatrick@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

d.fuller@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

i.grant@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

h.benton@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

Council Contact Details 03 5722 0888 council@wangaratta.vic.gov.au Wangaratta Government Centre Cnr Ford & Ovens Streets Wangaratta 3677 PO Box 238, Wangaratta, VIC 3676. Open - Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5pm Closed - Public Holidays

j.herry@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

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Any person who may be affected by the granting of a permit may object or make other submissions to the Responsible Authority.

An objection must be sent to the Responsible Authority in writing, include the reasons for the objection and state how the objector would be affected. This should be sent to: Manager Planning & Statutory Services PO Box 28, Beechworth 3747 or info@indigoshire.vic.gov.au The Responsible Authority will not decide on the application prior to 10 June 2022.

If you object, the Council will tell you its decision.

Please be aware that copies of objections submissions received may be made available to any person for the purpose of consideration as part of the planning process.

www.indigoshire.vic.gov.au Phone: 1300 365 003

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REGISTRATIONS OF INTEREST Building Contractors are invited to register their interest in tendering for the construction of a S.T.E.M and Foundation Building for Sacred Heart Primary, Yarrawonga, in the range of 720sqm.

Registration of Interest does not imply inclusion on the tender list. Tender documents will be released June 2022.

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REGISTRATIONS OF INTEREST Building Contractors are invited to register their interest in tendering for the internal renovations and construction of a Science and Senior Learning Centre for Sacred Heart College, Yarrawonga, in the range of 1200sqm.

Registration of Interest does not imply inclusion on the tender list. Tender documents will be released June 2022.

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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Expression of Interest Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues The Festival is planning a return to live music for the weekend commencing Friday, October 28, 2022.

We are seeking expressions of interest from licensed venues to potentially co-host performances and be a part of the Festival marketing.

This expression of interest is open to venues located in the municipality.

Pending successful EOI venues will be assessed via site visit on a number of parameters including; · capacity; · accessibility; · safety; and · funding capability; Terms and conditions will apply.

To register your interest email: businessmanager@wangarattajazz.com If you have any queries, please phone 0404 248 765.

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HERD TESTING COURIER National Herd Development Co-Op Limited, a leading provider of Herd Improvement Services have a position available for a Herd Test Courier at our Wangaratta site.

To succeed in this role you will be fit, active, enthusiastic, and reliable.

The role will involve: The delivery and collection of milk recording equipment and samples Maintenance and cleaning of milk recording equipment, crates, and flasks.

Sorting and weighing of milk samples On Farm Herd Test Sampling Delivery of Liquid Nitrogen.

Skills required: A full Drivers Licence essential.

Must be able to work well within the team, as well as independently.

Please forward applications no later than 27/05/2022 to: HR Manager National Herd Development Co-Op Limited steven.cameron@nationalherd.com.au

Hand Therapist (Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist) Permanent Full Time or Part Time role Grade 3 role (Grade 2 Therapists wishing to upskill to Grade 3 are encouraged to apply) Recruitment incentives may be available to the successful candidate About the role An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join our dynamic team at Goulburn Valley Health in either a full or part time capacity to suit the successful candidate.

A generous support program for continuing professional development is on offer for the successful candidate and support to complete post graduate qualifications in hand therapy may be available to the right person.

We have a varied caseload and our goal is to assist our clients in achieving optimal outcomes following either simple or complex trauma or injury, overuse injuries, or due to a disease process.

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WANGARATTA HIGH SCHOOL

Are seeking suitably qualified applications for the following vacancies;

Classroom Teacher Woodwork/Metal Years 7-10 Years Full Time Position - Start Date: 30.05.2022 to End Date: 9.01.2023 Job ID: 1277220 Closing Date: 16.05.2022

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The Centre Against Violence values inclusivity and diversity and are a team that is passionate about supporting victim/ survivors in both family violence and sexual assault.

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North East Media, publisher of the award winning Wangaratta Chronicle, is currently seeking expressions of interest from motivated candidates to join the team in Wangaratta as a cadet journalist.

The cadetship is ideally suited for a Year 12 graduate.

It is for three years, including course study by correspondence from Deakin University.

The successful candidate will learn how to write clear, concise and interesting news, sport and feature stories for our newspaper and associated digital and social media platforms.

We are searching for a budding writer who has the skills, passion and determination to be a journalist of the future.

Candidates must have excellent verbal and written English, sound computer skills, solid general knowledge, a genuine interest in the local community, and an ability to build rapport and networks quickly.

You will need to be well organised, able to work to deadlines, and have strong attention to detail.

Candidates must hold a valid driver’s licence, be available to work flexible hours, and photography and social media skills are desirable.

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DEATH NOTICES

DEIMEL, Steven Jon. 13/3/1989 – 5/5/2022 Dearly loved son of Jon and Chris.

Registered Nurse – Grade 2 (Acute)

WANGARATTA HIGH SCHOOL

Permanent Part Time 0.70 EFT

Are seeking suitably qualified applications for the following vacancy;

Assistant Director of Nursing

English Teacher Years 7-10

Permanent Part Time 0.20 EFT

Endorsed Enrolled Nurses Registered Nurses – Grade 2 Health Care Workers

Full Time Position - Start Date: 11.07.2022 to End Date: 9.01.2023 Job ID: 1277994 Closing Date: 22.05.2022

Much loved brother and brother-in-law to Joshua and Lauren, Luke and Abby.

Adored Uncle Stevie to Liliana and Gracie, Sophie and Archie So Dearly Loved, So Sadly Missed.

Forever In Our Hearts.

Apply through Recruitment Online

For more information, please contact Principal Dave Armstrong on 03 5723 0500.

Casual contracts available

For further information please contact Angela Clement, Director Clinical Services – (03) 5728 0316 Closing Date: 25/05/2022 JOYCE, William John (Joe).

Food & Domestic Assistants Casual Contracts available For further information please contact Crystal Price, Acting Support Services Supervisor – (03) 57 28 0340

Closing Date: 25/05/2022 As we are an Aged Care Facility, the COVID 19 vaccination is mandatory for all staff.

To apply and for full details on the positions, please log on to: www.beechworthhealthservice.com.au

Business Administration Trainee We are currently seeking an energetic and dedicated Business Administration Trainee to join our team. The successful candidate will undertake a 12-month traineeship and be provided with hands on experience and exposure to a wide range of business functions including Accounts Payable; Accounts Receivable, Customer Service, and Accounting Software whilst completing a Certificate III in Business Administration. This is initially a 12-month fixed term position working from 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday (38hrs pw). North East Media will endeavour to find an ongoing employment opportunity with the company following the successful completion of this period.

The Primary responsibilities of this position are: r -FBSOJOH BMM GBDFUT PG QSPWJEJOH BENJOJTUSBUJPO and clerical support to the business r -FBSO UP IBOEMF JOUFSOBM BOE FYUFSOBM enquiries r "TTJTU JO UIF NBJOUFOBODF PG EBUBCBTFT UP support the operations r "TTJTU JO NBOBHJOH SFDPSET BOE CBTJD BDDPVOUT r (FOFSBM CBOLJOH BOE NBJM IBOEMJOH r (FOFSBM BENJOJTUSBUJPO EVUJFT To succeed in this role you will have: r " QSPGFTTJPOBM BOE QPTJUJWF BUUJUVEF XJUI B high level of enthusiasm and motivation r $PNNJUNFOU UP B NPOUI USBJOFFTIJQ PO going learning and completion of TAFE units to schedule r "UUFOUJPO UP EFUBJM BOE BDDVSBDZ r 5SVTUXPSUIZ BOE SFMJBCMF XJUI B TUSPOH XPSL ethic r " ESJWFS T MJDFOTF JT QSFGFSSFE To apply please send your resume and covering letter to kmayhew@nemedia.com.au

SUBARU Forester 2012 2.5i, silver, tow bar, heated leather seats, very good condition, new tyres, just serviced, RW C , ( Z I P 8 4 5 ) , 279,000km, $9750.

Phone Ian 0414 428 544.

COMMODORE VE International MY10, one owner, garaged, RWC, 11 months rego, leather interior, auto, tow pack, parking sensors, electric driver’s seat, 18” alloys tyres 90%, tinted windows, full service history, top condition all round, 148,500km, (XPD457), $12,000. Ph 0409 037 635.

RHINOCEROS XN12 excavator with trenching, standard and mud buckets, log grab, ripper, rake, post hole digger, Japanese diesel, 15 hours, $15,000. Save $3000. Call (03) 5764 4332.

PICK your own olives, various varieties. Phone to arrange 0434 370 879. Varieties of olive oil for sale also.

TYRES, used, guaranteed quality.

F and B from $30 each. 10” to 16”. W treads, light truck. X ply. Adzam Tyres, 44 Newman Street.Ph 5722 2035 or 0428 257 221.

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Joe was a long serving member with 71 years service to the Winton Brigade.

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DEIMEL Steven Jon Family and friends are warmly invited to the celebration of Steven’s life which will take place at the Lester and Son Chapel, 49 Thomas Mitchell Drive, Wodonga on Tuesday, May 17 commencing at 10.30 am. ,Q OLHX RI ÀRZHUV SOHDVH FRQVLGHU a donation to beyondblue.org.au To access the live stream of the service please navigate online to www.lesterandson.com.au/deimel/

MELOURYKAUP, Joshua Zane.

31/7/1994 - 14/5/2010

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MICHAEL, Sandra Gaye.

A farewell and celebration of the life of our fun loving and crafty Sandra Michael will be held on Friday, May 13, 2022 from 12noon at the Wangaratta Club where some of her happiest memories were made.

MATTHEWS, Betty.

May 14.

Remembering your 83rd birthday with lots of memories.

We miss you lots. ~ Love from your siblings.

Instead of flowers,

a Memorial Gift An alternative to flowers at a funeral of a loved one is a memorial donation.

Family and friends can make a donation in lieu of flowers in recognition of the care and attention provided

by Northeast Health Wangaratta.

For more information please contact our Community Engagement Team (03) 5722 5069 or PO Box 386, Wangaratta, Vic 3676.

FUNERAL DIRECTORS Proud Member of Australian Funeral Directors Association

John & Christine Haddrick All Hours

(02) 6040 5066 Albury Wodonga (02) 6056 1700

2009 Holden Commodore VE SSV, auto, V8, RWC, rego (XHD347), new hydro lifters and reco cylinder heads, very clean car, 292,000km, $22,500. Ph 0427 500 815.

BEREAVEMENT THANKS CLAYTON, Kevin.

CARS WANTED. Cars removed. Ph 0435 083 115.

2010 Subaru Forester, diesel, 170,000km, RWC (EEL4IR), colour s i l v e r - g r e y, r e a l l y nice car in excellent condition, $13,000. Ph 0427 500 961.

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The Chairman, Board, Management and members of the CFA regret the passing of their colleague and R൵HU WKHLU GHHSHVW sympathy to his family.

RO S T RO N , L e s l i e Robin.

20/1/1929 - 14/4/2022 My father and best mate, You stuck with me through the good and the bad times.

Reunited with Mum. Love you both.

- Leith.

GAMBOLD, Betty.

Always remembered by your husband Philip (dec) and sons Ian and Noel and family.

WANTED - Looking to purchase road or dirt bikes of various makes and models, any condition, cash paid and prompt pickup. Contact Damian on 0422 540 255.

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We have been so grateful and overwhelmed with the ongoing love and support given to us on the loss of our dearly loved Kevin.

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~ Fay, Sharon, Michelle, Jamie, Kylie and families.

Magic memories forever.

Glenn & Emma Bouchier A Funeral experience…

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We invite you to make an appointment to speak with :ĂLJƐŽŶ Ăƚ ŽƵƌ tĂŶŐĂƌĂƩĂ Žƌ DLJƌƚůĞĨŽƌĚ ŽĸĐĞƐ͕ for all your professional ĨƵŶĞƌĂů ƐĞƌǀŝĐĞƐ Jayson Hall

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Great Mother’s Day at clay target club DESPITE the less than favourable weather and the fact that it was Mother’s Day, five squads of shooters turned out for the Wangaratta Clay Target Club’s sporting clays competition on Sunday, May 8.

Clay target shooters are a respectful bunch, so they undoubtedly set Mum up with at least a cup of tea before heading off to the gun club.

The club’s small but dedicated team of volunteers were at it early to set up the traps, the office and, perhaps most importantly, the canteen.

Anita’s pulled pork rolls made the trip to Wangaratta worthwhile on their own, the challenging targets and fine shooting were just a bonus.

In AA Grade, the very experienced Tom Challis finished the four rounds tied with local shooter Rhys McGauran, necessitating a shoot-off.

Tom came out ahead in the end with 96/110 to Rhys’ 94/110.

David Jackel took time off from his apiarist duties to win A Grade and High Gun for the day with an excellent 92/100.

Second in A Grade went to Shepparton SCA member Neil Campbell on 88/100.

New South Welshman Neville Brearley won B Grade with 77/100 from vintage gun connoisseur Barry Ellis, who hit 75/100 with his old 1890s Stephen Grant side by side.

Brad Walker looked to be having a lot of fun at Sun-

day’s shoot and he went home with the C Grade prize under his arm.

His 55/100 gave him the win from hard-working host club volunteer Alison Harwood, second on 42/100.

The Ladies category went to Wodonga Albury Field and Game member Angela Kloppenborg with 71/100.

Top scorer in the Juniors category was Matt Motha on 77/100.

Veterans category top scorer was Alan Backman with 91/100.

Alan is a Port Phillip Field and Game Club member, so a big thank you to him and to all the other shooters and visitors who travelled from far afield to attend the competition.

As always, it was a great day’s sport and a chance to

catch up with old friends and make some new ones, too.

To top it off, in honour of Mother’s Day, all the ladies involved in the competition scored a box of chocolates.

The Wangaratta Clay Target Club’s next competition will be down the line (DTL) on Saturday, May 21.

The club holds practice sessions twice a week from 1:30pm until 5:30pm.

On Saturdays for DTL, except the third Saturday of each month, and on Wednesdays for DTL and Sporting Clays.

Non-members and visitors are welcome.

More details on competitions and practice sessions can be found on the club’s website at https://wctc.jimdofree.com/.

WINNERS: (Back row L-R) Brad Walker, Alan Backman, Neil Campbell, Neville Brearley, Tom Challis, (middle row L-R) David Jackel, Barry Ellis, Angela Kloppenborg, Alison Harwood, (front row L-R) Rhys McGauran, Matt Motha.

Knights take out all grades

By JANET DRAGE

PINKED UP: The Wangaratta Knights geared up in pink for Mother’s Day and to raise funds for the Glenn McGrath Foundation.

ROUND five of the Murray Cup was played at Glenrowan last weekend as the Knights played Corowa in both ladies league tag and men’s rugby.

The Knights were victorious in both of their games: Men’s Knights 22 def Corowa 14.

Ladies Knights 24 def Corowa 4.

Both coaches were impressed at the level of game from their players.

The Knights wore new

strips of pink gear to celebrate Mother’s Day as well to raise funds for the McGrath Foundation.

Best on ground: Ladies: 3 Alison Adamo, 2 Janine Lambert, 1 Cathy Parker.

Men’s: 3 Tom Elliot, 2 Tom Evans, 1 Gerard Meehan.

Other game results were: Ladies league tag: Wodonga Wombats 6 lost to CSU Mud Dogs 30.

Ladies league tag: Benalla Wolfpack 22 def Wodonga Storm 4.

Men’s: Bonegilla won by Tumbarumba forfeit.

Round six played At Baranduda: 10am: Ladies - Wodonga Wombats vs Benalla Wolfpack.

11:15am: Men’s Bonegilla Gorillas vs Wangaratta Knights.

1pm: Ladies CSU Mud Dogs vs Corowa Cougars.

2:15pm: Ladies Wodonga Storm vs Wangaratta Knights.

3:30pm: Men’s Wodonga Wombats vs Corowa Cougars.

NATIONAL SPORT

AFLW talks remain at a standstill: Pearce

By AAP NEWSWIRE NEGOTIATIONS for the next AFLW season remain at a standstill less than three months away from the mooted start date.

The AFL and AFL Players Association are locked in talks trying to finalise the new collective bargaining agreement.

But frustration is boiling over at clubs about how to prepare their part-time players as the competition expands to 18 teams next season.

The AFL is determined to keep the season to 10 rounds despite the addition of Sydney, Hawthorn, Port Adelaide and Essendon.

Melbourne captain Daisy Pearce, who has been one of the leading identities of the AFLW since the competition’s inception, admits players are desperate to see genuine growth ahead of a push to be fully professional by 2026.

Pearce helped out with coaching NAB League players last weekend and the underage crop is anxious to know if there will be a draft next month.

“We want 12 (games) in the

next season and then 14 in the season after that,” Pearce told SEN. “I think most players would be accepting given the short turnaround that we don’t have a lot of time to change things.

“If it was 10 (games) and then we saw significant growth beyond that, I think most players would be satisfied by that.

“We caught up as a player leadership group (on Wednesday), frustratingly, we didn’t learn too much more.

“It’s at a bit of a standstill at the moment.

“The group’s really united and I’ve never been more confident this is top of the agenda for the AFL Players Association.

“We want certainty but also wanting to balance that with getting a good deal in an important phase for the competition.

“It’s tricky on so many levels and it is a bit frustrating, but we also know we have to get a good deal as we go towards trying to be a professional competition.”

Pearce believes it is imperative for the code of Austral-

ian Rules Football to make the women’s game a priority.

“Women’s football has been a reason why the game has grown and will continue to grow in the next 10 to 20 years,” she said.

“To me it’s more what’s the cost of not doing it (becoming professional) and encouraging women and girls to play and engage with this sport.”

Collingwood captain Steph Chiocci, who works in education, described the lingering uncertainty about next season as a “sad reality”.

“My Leave without Pay has already been approved for Term 3 and 4 in preparation for an August start that may not happen,” she wrote on Twitter.

Chiocci’s Magpies teammate Sarah Rowe kicked off a discussion on social media last month after pleading for the league to let players “plan their lives”.

Rowe’s tweet was replied to and shared by several other players, including Adelaide star Ebony Marinoff and Melbourne spearhead Tayla Harris. AAP

STANDSTILL: Daisy Pearce is frustrated by the ongoing CBA, saying it’s time the AFL made women a priority.

(James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

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JUBILEE GOLF CLUB SATURDAY, May 7 - Stroke Winner: Pauline Mercer 72. Ball winners: Di Murphy (2) 72, Frances Duffy 74, Kay O’Shea 74. NTP: 4th Melody Adams, 8th Jackie O’Brien, 13th Erika Lombard, 17th Kay O’Shea.

Saturday, May 7 - Stroke 1st round club championships A Grade Winner: Darby West 68.

Runner Up: Tom Lindsey 72. B Grade Winner: Ben Waite 73. Runner Up: Martin Van Rhee 73. C Grade Winner: Fraser Jeffrey 71. Runner Up: Zac Guilfoyle 72. D Grade Winner: John Johnstone 71. Runner Up: Markus Angehrn 72.

Ball Winners: Paul West 72, Tom Aggett 73, Barry Adams 73, Josh Ormand 73, Wayne Roberts 74, Rick Harnwell 74, Glenn O’Connell 74, Alan Sands 74, Kevan O’Shea, Bill O’Brien 75, Alex Gibbs, Brian Wallace 75, Jeff Elliott, Jacob Schonafinger 75, Bronte Bruce and Joe Marjanovic 75, Charlie Davies, Michael Cordier 76, Paul Lawrence, Pat Ernst 76, Jack Stamp and Hamish Lewis 76.

Eagle on 9th Hole to Jacob Schonafinger.

Super Nine - Club Shirt: Ben Waite 21. Aroma Deli: Gordon Hines 21. 2 Balls: Pat Grady 20.

Sunday, May 8 - Stableford Winner: Wayne Hibberson 35. Ball winners Gary Dinsdale 33. NTP: 8th Wayne Hibberson, 13th Matthew Nunn.

Monday, May 9: Stableford veterans 27 players A Grade: Pat Ernst 41. B grade: Laurie Miller 36. Ball winners: Alan Sands 39, Alex Gibbs 37, Greg Hogan 36, Barry Adams 34, Ian Mills 33. NTP: 4th Alex Gibbs, 8th Jim Moore, 13th Greg Hogan.

Tuesday, May 10 - Stableford Bette Belcher Day A Grade Winner: Liane Graham 37.

B Grade Winner: Kathie Hyland 36.

Ball winners: Kay O’Shea (2) 36, Joy Hester 34, Josie Fitzsimons 34, Di Murphy 34. NTP: 4th Heather Wickham, 8th Josie Fitzsimons, 13th Josie Fitzsimons, 17th Kay O’Shea.

Wednesday, May 11 - Stableford A Grade Winner: Aaron Kungl 37. B Grade Winner: Gary Butler 39. C Grade Winner: Jeff Hemphill 38. Ball Winners - Martin Van Rhee (2) 39, John Batchelor 36, Steve McNaughton 36, Russell Stone 36, Pat Grady 35, Barry McLeod 33, Gordon Paterson 33, Alex Gibbs 33, Brendon Essex 33.

NTP: 4th Michael Cordier, 8th Martin Van Rhee, 13th Ian Mills, 16th Gordon Paterson, 17th Nigel Cooper.

Wednesday, May 11 - 9 hole stableford: A Grade Winner: Leo McCoy 17.

Runner Up: Josh Wason 17. B Grade Winner: Allen Mercer 17. Runner Up: Jim Darcy 17. NTP: 8th Alan White.

SCOREBOARD

WANGARATTA GOLF CLUB WOMENS Competition: May 3 Womens 18 Hole Stableford Winner: Jill Halbwidl 35 Points.

Runner Up: Lorraine Adams 33. Ball Winners: Carol Coghill, Jan Hill. NTP: 4th Jan Hill.

Womens 9 Hole Stableford Winner: Liz Madden 20. Runner Up: Judy Hirshfeld 17. Ball Winners: Julie McInnes.

Men’s Competition - May 4 18 Hole Stableford Winner: Matt Nicolosi 40 C/B Points. Runner Up: Ashley McIlroy 40 Points. Ball Winners: Matt Ring, Neil Membrey, Michael Webster, Willie Hall, Glenn Burns. NTP: 4th Geoff Webster, 7th Rod Moyle, 9th Rod Moyle, 11th Luke Kelly, 16th Ashley McIlroy.

9 hole - Winner: Bob Haynes 18 C/B. Runner Up: Bill Griffith. NTP:11th John Millman.

Womens Competition: May 5 Womens 18 Hole Stableford Winner: Lorraine Adams 35 Points.

Runner Up: Susan Miller 32. NTP: 9th Lorraine Adams. NTP: 13th Rosie Webb.

Womens 9 Hole Stableford Winner: Helen Tate 17 C/B. Runner Up: Jan Hill 17. Ball Winners: Jenny Kerr, Marlene Thompson.

Men’s Competition: May 7 18 hole May Monthly Medal Stroke Medal Winner: Scott Thomson 71 C/B. A Grade Winner: Joel Tilbrook 70 C/B. A Grade Runner Up: Scott Thomson 70 C/B. B Grade Winner: Damien Kelly 64 (Monthly Medal). B Grade Runner Up: Alastair McLean 65.

Ball Winners: Rod Moyle, Neil Membrey, Russell Wallace, Max Webster, Glen Seymour, Trevor Cooper, Trevor Clark, Bobby Hutchieson, Arthur Ingarfield, Phillip Winnell, David Ryan, Peter Korteman, Neville McCormick.

NTP: 4th Glen Seymour, 11th Ethan Bell (Dominos Voucher), 13th Ray Hutton, 16th Nick Jones.

Secret 6: Damien Kelly.

KFC Birdie: Trevor Cooper.

Subway Birdie: Ashley Clayton.

TARRA GOLF CLUB THE first round of the 2022 club championships was held in conjunction with the May Monthly Medal, with the Medal winner being Bradley Simmons with a score of 86-17-69.

Runner up was a previous winner Manny Tanirau with a nett 68.

The leader of the club championship after the first round is Jason McCoy with a total of 82 Followed by Manny Tanirau, Bradley Simmons and Leo McCoy, all on 86.

The second round will be played on Saturday, May 14.

NTP: 2nd Jason McCoy, 8th Hol-

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Ladies are also welcome on the day to play their own event.

Starting time is 11:30am rollup for a 12noon start, all players welcome.

New members are always welcome at the Tarrawingee Golf Club with a first year membership of $100.00 and $60.00 for juniors the contact number is 0428122590 or by contacting a member of the club.

Tarra ladies: Tarra Ladies played the second round of the club championships on Tuesday, May 10.

The stroke winner was T. Wilson with nett 69. Runner/up was Lynn Barrow with nett 70.

NTP on 13th was Lynn Barrow.

Next week will be the third round of the championships.

CROQUET RESULTS for Monday May, 9 are as follows: Cassie Hurley and Susan Fischer d Heather Gulbin and Elise Downes7/3, Margaret Bennet and Janet Kelly d Yvonne McLaughlin and Dawn Wind 7/3, Christine De Caneva and Maureen O’Keefe d Barbara Trower and Julie Davey 7/2, Joan Dyson and Joan Guttormsen d Nathan Reynolds and Trish Rogash 6/4, Christine Ireland and Gavan Kelly d Michael Prater and Annette Filipek 6/5, Bronwyn Townsend and Elaine Mudge d Robyn Muller and Cheryl Sampson 5/4.

All games that did not reach seven hoops for the winner were extremely competitive and ran out of time.

Twenty seven members and one

visitor attended on Monday and a set of third colour balls needed to be used to accommodate all players.

During play on Monday, Margaret Bennet played a ball from within three inches of one hoop and ran the next one.

On Wednesday, Wangaratta hosted Beechworth in the pennant competition with the result being Beechworth eight games to Wangaratta four.

Congratulations to Beechworth.

Stand outs for the day were Paula Dorrington who won all of her games including the last one with a brilliant angled jump shot and Joan Dyson on a handicap of eight defeated Alan Holt, a four handicap player, without using all of her extra turns.

Fortunately the rain held off until after the match was finished.

Last Friday, six members ventured to Albury to play in a social day sponsored by NEDCA. The eventual winner was Judith Young of Wodonga after a play-off against Gavan Kelly of Wangaratta.

Playing times are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday are 1pm on all days.

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

Late arrivals will be included in the next game.

Visitors and new players are welcome.

Just contact one of the numbers listed below.

Club contacts are president Trish Rogash on 0409974326 and captain Terry Wilson on 0417326739.

WARBY WALKERS TUESDAY, May 10 Loggers Lane, WONP

The starting point for the adventure was at the corner of Wangandery Road and Gerritt’s Road, and the distance to be covered was about 12 kilometres.

The day provided mostly blue skies, albeit a bit cloudy at times.

Having met at Rotary Park at 9am, the nine of us (including Elaine, a welcome visitor) set off walking at about 9:30am, and had morning tea at the junction of Loggers Lane and Stypandra Track.

We then continued towards Taylor’s Track.

On the way we enjoyed nice views of the Ovens River Flood Plain, and admired the many colonies of grasstrees.

Moving on, we turned north at an un-named single-file track that provides a very scenic loop around to Taylor’s Track.

In this section we enjoyed some nice rocky scenery, and some more views (including Wangaratta, and the distant high country).

We then made a gradual descent to Wenhams Camp, where lunch was enjoyed sat at the picnic tables.

After a leisurely lunch, we started the journey back to the start, taking a myriad number of single-file tracks to the north.

These tracks took us through some amazing stands of spur-wing wattles, and grass-trees, and eventually back to our vehicles.

This completed a five hour journey, and our great day was completed by the now traditional hot drink and fresh biscuits prepared by Pat. The walk is graded as moderate, and we also rated it as possibly the best walk in the Warby Ranges.

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6

Biggest challenge to date: Reid

By WILLSON MACK THE clash of the round will go down this weekend when the dominant Wangaratta faces Myrtleford at Norm Minns Oval tomorrow afternoon.

While no one has come close to the Magpies this season, the third placed Saints could change that narrative.

Myrtleford has claimed some big scalps this season including Wangaratta Rovers and Albury and look well poised to take it up to the flag favourites.

And Wangaratta coach Ben Reid is well aware of that.

“I think it’s our biggest challenge to date,” Reid said.

“They’re a really good contested side and their midfield and forward line is dangerous so if we don’t bring our A game they could hurt us.

“Jake Sharp is in good nick and played well last weekend, Simon Curtis is a great player and Matt Dussin has been playing a bit on ball as well so they’re all bigger bodies we’re going to keep our eye on.

“Then they’ve got speed up forward with (Murray) Waite, (Kurt) Aylett and (Matt) Munro who are all nippy forwards.”

Sharp was arguably Myrtleford’s best player in their 19 point win over Albury two weeks ago, racking up 25 touches, seven tackles and a goal.

It’ll be a mouth-watering battle in the ruck with Wangaratta’s Chris Knowles in excellent touch, while Saints’ star Callum Crisp dominated Albury’s ruck-

man with 48 hit outs.

For Wangaratta it’s the same philosophy that has held them in good stead all season.

“I think our focus is the same as every other week,” Reid said.

“Our pressure around the contest is going to be crucial and I really do think it’s going to be a battle of the mids.

“The game’s going to be won or lost in there, we were a bit off through the midfield against North Albury so they’re all keen to get back to

form and bounce back this weekend.”

Both Wangaratta and Myrtleford had the week off with byes last weekend.

“The boys trained well on Tuesday after four or five days off but they all did something over the weekend on their own,” Reid said.

“We trained well on Tuesday night and Thursday night was short and sharp.

“The boys can’t wait to get back into it.”

Reid, Michael Newton and Abe Ankers are set to return

Hawks netballers eyeing first win

Win over Bulldogs could send Rovers into three

By WILLSON MACK WANGARATTA Rovers’ hot streak is a strong chance to continue tomorrow when they clash with Wodonga.

After a much publicised off-season for the Bulldogs that included landing high-profile recruits in Alex Smout and Angus Baker, the side is yet to hit their straps with only one win to their name.

However, Werribee listed key forward Hudson Garoni may be back in the Dogs’ colours on Saturday in a huge boost to his side’s chances.

Wangaratta Rovers football operations manager Barry Sullivan is expecting a good contest tomorrow afternoon.

“They’re looking like a really competitive unit,” Sullivan said.

“The word is that Hudson Garoni might be playing for them this weekend too which further enhances their capabilities up forward.

“It’s going to be a tough match, they kept up with Yarrawonga until the last quarter but they then broke away (Wodonga lost by 17 points).”

For the Hawks, a win could see them jump as high as third pending the results of Albury, Myrtleford and Corowa-Ruther-

glen who are all locked up on three wins.

“From three to seven the ladder is really tight,” Sullivan said.

“It’s not the end of the world if we do lose but it’s certainly a good opportunity to set us up for the rest of the season.

“We’re just pleased that we’re building a bit of momentum and we know whoever is selected is able to perform, we saw that against Yarrawonga where our younger fellas did well.

“Our reserves are undefeated too which shows that our depth is strong.”

Sullivan admitted the Hawks incredible game winning last quarter against Yarrawonga in their game before the bye has given his side plenty of confidence.

“It was a really good morale boosting win,” he said.

“It gives everybody belief that no matter where we are we can get the job done. “’Crezza’ (Darryn Cresswell) was pleased with the response the boys gave after three quarter time - he’s the master at knowing which reigns to pull.”

Jayden Bear will be out for the dual with Wodonga after straining a hamstring in his side’s win over the Pigeons.

By WILLSON MACK

CLASSY: Raven Jolliffe gets a kick away against Yarrawonga.

PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

Nine locals selected in u18 O&M squad

By WILLSON MACK THE Ovens and Murray has released their intital 35 player train on under 18 interleague squad.

Five Wangaratta players and four Wangaratta Rovers’ have been selected for the squad that will be cut down to 22 plus three emergencies before the clash against Goulburn Valley on May 28 at Mooroopna.

For the Magpies, Jayden Adamo,

Ryan Battin, Xavier Laverty, Braeden Marjanovic and Waitai Tua have been selected, while Hawks quartet Charles Ledger, Brodie Paul, Judd Schubert and Fred Wilkinson have also been named.

Under 18s coach Tom McGrath said he’s looking forward to leading the young stars.

“It’s very exciting, we have some great juniors at all clubs,” McGrath said.

“It’s great to have interleague footy back.

“With the Goulburn Valley League we spoke about how we want to give kids who haven’t had the exposure through the Bushrangers an experience to play at a higher level.

“It just gives other kids an opportunity.

“It’s a really good opportunity for all of them.”

The O&M has noted that three under 19 players will also be eligible for the team.

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this weekend, while Saints coach Dawson Simpson will come back in after five weeks off.

“We’ll have almost everyone back in,” Reid said.

“We were a bit cautious with a few players before the bye but now we’ve got this weekend and Raiders before another week off (interleague bye) which is going to be a bit strange.

“We’ll be giving the next two weeks a real crack.”

Tomorrow’s clash begins at 2pm.

WANGARATTA Rovers A grade netballers could bag their first win of the season tomorrow.

The Hawks face the last placed Wodonga at Martin Park in what shapes as a thrilling contest with both teams vying for their maiden victory of 2022.

Wangaratta Rovers have showed positive signs and have by no means been as easy beat this season.

They nearly got their season off to a flier in round one when they just went down to Myrtleford by one goal and also showed positive signs in their round one derby clash against Wangaratta.

Wodonga’s closest loss came against Albury where they went down 44-34 also in round one.

Meanwhile, Wangaratta will be eyeing redemption against Myrtleford after a horror 44-32 loss to North Albury two weekends ago.

Myrtleford’s only win this season came against the Hawks and they will certainly be gunning for their Wangaratta counterparts tomorrow.

“We just need to get redemption,” Wangaratta coach Hannah Grady said.

“We didn’t play well at all and North really put us on the back foot.

“We went out and it was a fight back from the first quarter, they definitely deserved the win.”

Although Grady doesn’t know a great deal about the Saints, she expects a challenge.

“Because of COVID it

IMPORTANT: Kelsie Wilson will need to be a huge contributer if Wangaratta Rovers are to get their first win of the season.

PHOTO: Melissa Beattie can be hard to tell how sides are going to go because there are so many ins and outs,” she said.

“I think they’ll be similar to North (Albury) though.

“They were competitive last year and I think they’re even better this year so they should be competitive.”

Grady wants to see improvement through the midcourt from her ‘Pies.

“We threw a few balls away through the midcourt against North Albury so hopefully we can improve there,” she said.

“Also our connection in our defence as well will be something we’ll work on.”

Zara Berry will be missing due to COVID-19 which will bring Rachelle Petts into the fold.

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Demons demanding a bounce back

By NATHAN DE VRIES

PITCHED CONTEST: Benalla All Blacks will aim to keep their momentum going agaisnt Tarrawingee this weekend.

PHOTO: Garry Jones

Versatile Panthers courting another win

By NATHAN DE VRIES THE start of the 2022 A grade netball season has been a spectacular one for Benalla All Blacks, who will front up to tomorrow’s round eight clash against Tarrawingee without a loss to their name.

Distance from the O&K heartland has been keeping the Panthers under the radar with coach Samantha Bochtler saying her squad enjoys being underestimated by other outfits.

“Each week I’m getting more and more impressed with the girls, it’s nice that each week we keep building,” she said.

“Even though we are doing quite well this season, even last season we did quite well, we’re still seen as the underdogs and people might not think that we’ll get the win.

“At the same time, I think the girls prefer that, in the sense that people are surprised at how well we’re doing and continue to do.”

Bochtler said a strength of the All Blacks squad was the players’ willingness and capability in playing in whatever role they’re needed to on the court, and a healthy depth of talent.

“One thing is our girls are quite good at adapting to changing

positions,” she said.

“We’ve got a lot of players that are quite versatile and can play multiple positions in terms of defence or mid court, or midcourt going into shooting and vice versa.

“I think the girls are quite good at adapting to those changes, and obviously we have been short, we’ve had to have some B grade players come up and fill in as well for some parts of it, and the girls just seem to adapt so well to it.”

Benalla All Blacks will have to get one over on a renowned opponent in Tarrawingee if they want to keep their win streak going into the

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“It’s definitely not going to be an easy game,” Bochtler said.

“From last year, we beat them the first time then we came up against them the second time and lost which was unfortunate.

“I am intrigued to see how they are this year - I did hear a rumour that Sarah Bond has been out so I’m not sure if she’s back in because obviously I know she’s a key shooter for them.

“I definitely think it’s going to be a nice, challenging game for us hopefully we can play well enough and get the win.”

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IT’S been an uncomfortable week for Milawa’s senior footy side, coming off their 38 game winning streak breaking loss against Bright last weekend.

Milawa will be looking to fight and get back to their winning ways when they come up against Goorambat this weekend.

Demons’ coach Ricky Petts, who on Saturday played in his first loss in the red and blue since coming to the club in 2019, said the gravity of the defeat was a catalyst for improvement from the entire playing list.

“It sunk in right away,” he said.

“It was not a great feeling at all, for anyone.

“The players all have reflected on the loss and it has been a wake up call for us - players are now looking at what extras they can do on top of footy training.

“We had a good training run on Tuesday and Thursday and made sure that we were training good habits.”

The obstacle which stands between the Demons and their familiar victorious results comes in the form of Goorambat, who have made an impressive bid for the premiership flag, sitting equal with Milawa, Benalla and Bright at the top of the table, separated only by percentage.

“Goorambat are a strong team that have been playing some great footy, we need to respect them and I am tipping that it will be a hard fought game,” Petts said.

“We have belief in our structures and game plan so that won’t change, it will be more about making sure that we execute the game plan better.

“We have been hit with injuries and unavailability which has made things tough, but we have to cop that and still deliver on game day with what we have.”

In other round nine matches, the Hoppers make the trip down to Bonnie Doon, the Hawks host the Lions, Bright and Greta go head to head up the valley, while Benalla All Blacks take on Tarrawingee.

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Oxley table tennis group continues to grow strongly

By JUNE UEBERGANG FROM the first ping of the ball it was ‘all systems go’ when 17 players and one spectator rolled up for action at last Monday night’s social table tennis competition in the Oxley hall.

Doubles and singles matches by the dozen were contested on the four tables, and although the number of ‘regulars’ were absent, three new players in Kate Cole and her 15 year old son Archie Crispin and local man Dan Offermann, arrived with bats in hand to join the weekly physical and social activity they’ve been hearing about.

Also, Sydneysider Maria Matavesi made the trip down south to pick up a few ‘tricks of the trade’ with a view to

joining the crew soon.

First cabs off the rank were the ‘high velocity’ Cheryl Coad partnered by ‘livewire’ Zac Mullins, when they lined up for battle against their ‘more senior’ opponents, Neil Brock and Graham Stephens.

Age and experience counted for nothing as they all drove up, down, and across the table at high speed and accuracy, resulting in a marathon tie-breaker, with Coad and Mullins eventually crossing the line first with a score of 24-22 - well, that’s what they said.

Ready to go from the word ‘go’, Simon Brown, and the ‘leg weary’ June Uebergang fronted up to newcomers to the group, but certainly not newcomers to the game,

their money’s worth.

With no photo finish equipment available, it was hard to tell who won, but it was good to watch.

With two couples, Gary and Cheryl Coad, and David and Leonie Waters, there were no ‘Family Fueds’, but instead it was the ‘Perfect Match’, both for the competitors and the spectators.

While the Coads used their secret codes, the Waters flowed deep and fast and the tempo was red hot.

So it came as no surprise to hear the match finished in a tie-breaker - but in whose favour, it wasn’t certain.

Plenty of enjoyment was had by all when the Ueber ‘gang’, ‘laughing Lucy’ and the ‘old girl’ June, fronted up to take on Kate Cole and ‘a la

DOUBLE TROUBLE: (from left) Richard Morgan and Dan Offermann take on Gary Coad and Simon Brown at the weekly social table tennis group in the Oxley hall. PHOTO: Jason Mullins Kate Cole and her teenage son Archie Crispin, in a tight battle at times and a walkover at others.

But the family unit had too many answers to the shortage of questions posed

by Brown and Uebergang, resulting in Kate and Archie winning the contest by a considerable margin.

In one of the many ‘Big

Bash’ events, Neil Spurgeon and Richard Morgan took on Jason Mullins and ‘new boy on the block’ Dan Offermann.

In the ensuing battle there certainly was some power - with and without glory - mixed with finely tuned strategic placement of long, short, and crafty cuts and slices, leading to all players delivering and receiving

carte’ William Bonwick.

It was a feast of activity from start to finish, but after much ducking and diving by everyone, final scores saw Cole and Bonwick enjoying the sweet taste of success, while the ‘Uebers’ were left to pick the bones.

After a very busy night of singles and doubles matches, everyone adjourned to the supper room for a cuppa, fine foods, and a chin wag on what was and what might have been.

Adults and secondary school students of all ages and abilities are welcome to join the group in the Oxley hall each Monday night beginnings at 7pm.

Bring your own bat and $2 entry fee - all players must be fully vaccinated.

Corke’s World Cup milestone

By SUE-ANNE STUART A CAREER milestone was achieved on Saturday, May 7 when Riley Corke experienced racing at World Cup level in Cross-country Olympic (XCO) discipline at Albstadt in Germany.

Twenty-five countries were represented.

Riley is a year 12 student attending Wangaratta High School and is a member of the Australian Cycling Team currently experiencing what it would be like to live and race his mountain bike in Europe.

Here is Riley’s report following the race.

“That’s my first World Cup done!

It’s a completely different level out there even compared to the other two euro races I’ve just done,” Riley said.

“There were 161 riders in our race and every single one of them would go flying past if you lost fo-

cus or backed off for even a second.

“I’m super happy with my 51st place for my first ever World Cup with a 6:50 gap to the leader (similar to the last race which I placed 17th in, that’s a lot of riders in a short time period).

“The track was a tough one with 190m of climbing each lap and the descents still super slick from rain earlier in the week.

“Once again this race gave me a heap more experience in terms of race craft and pacing to carry into next weekend in Nove Mesto.

“I can’t thank my parents, @ rockandroadcycles and @toddcuth_ridecoach enough for getting me to this point in my cycling.

Thank you.”

The last racing for the team in Europe will be at another World Cup level event at Nove Mesto Na Morave in the Czech Republic tomorrow before returning home to Australia early next week.

A HECTIC PACE: Riley Corke (13) in the red helmet, ahead of team-mate Jack Ward (31), during the XCO race in Albstadt, Germany on Saturday.

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Rangers struggle to control Warriors WANGARATTA Baseball Softball Sports Club Rangers travelled to Gayview Park, Wodonga on Sunday to play Wodonga Warriors in North East Baseball.

The under 11’s game saw Rangers have a very good roll up with 16 boys and girls turn up to play.

Warriors were down to eight and played with a couple of Rangers players.

Each team had their maximum of seven batters face the plate in each of the three innings played with Warriors managing to bring in one more run than Rangers 18 to 17.

In the under 15’s game, Rangers got off to a good start, losing just one out in their first innings to score six runs, with Warriors scoring just three runs before they lost their third out.

Both teams struggled to have their pitchers throw strikes resulting in batters reaching first base from walks and forcing runners home and only playing two full innings in the time allowed, Rangers won 13 runs to Warriors eight.

Neither team could score a run in the first innings of the B Grade game with Rangers Orange breaking the hold in the third to bring in three runs.

Warriors kept in touch when they had two runners cross the plate in their turn at bat.

It was not until Rangers Orange added another seven runs in their fifth innings then held Warriors to one in their turn at bat that Rangers took charge of the game and went on to win 10 runs to six.

In the A Grade game, Rangers Black scored nine

BATTER UP: Tetsu Kamiyama steps up to bat. runs in their first turn at bat but it was not good baseball with Warriors pitcher, Jesse Griffith struggling to find the strike zone with only a few batters going for a hit.

Rangers coach, Ross Johnson started on the mound for Rangers and had the same problem as Griffith and was

not due to the umpire having a tight zone.

Warriors had one run in and bases loaded, all from walks before Warriors had a safe hit.

Warriors were able to bring in three runs to trail by six at the top of the second.

Rangers run rate stopped

completely for their next two turns at bat while Warriors added one to their score.

Rangers first batter got on base from a fielding error in their next turn at bat, then their next three batters were walked to first to see him come home and the pitching change was made with no further runs added.

With two down, two runners on base and having already brought in two runs, Rangers new pitcher, Nathan Pool was under pressure.

Warriors first batter got on first from a fielding error at short stop but the Rangers got the next batter out at first from a dropped third strike and no further damage was done to hold a two run lead at the top of the fifth inning.

Although Rangers were getting runners on base in their next two turns at bat

La Fiera clash an AWFA staple

they could not bring in any more runners home.

Warriors added two runs in their next turn at bat to even the score and hold on for a 10 runs each draw.

Benalla Bandits forfeited to Rangers Grey in the other B Grade game.

This Sunday’s games will be all played in Wangaratta at Targoora Park: A Grade: Wodonga Warriors vs N.A.S.C. Bears, Rangers Black V’s Porepunkah Panthers.

B Grade: Benalla Bandits vs Bears, Rangers Orange vs Rangers Grey, Wodonga Warriors vs Porepunkah Panthers.

Under 15’s: Benalla Bandits vs Bears, Warriors vs Panthers, Rangers have the bye.

Under 11’s: Warriors vs Bears, Rangers vs Panthers.

By WILLSON MACK

Lady Devils set for spectacle match

THE annual highly-anticipated La Fiera clash will be played out this weekend and the stakes couldn’t be higher at Savoy Park.

Both Wangaratta City and Myrtleford have enjoyed solid starts to the Albury Wodonga Football Association season to have the pair locked up after eight rounds.

Only goal difference separates the Devils and Savoys and the winner is set to claim outright second at the end of the clash.

Wangaratta coach Daniel Vasilevski is keen for the major encounter.

“We always look forward to this match,” Vasilesvki said.

“It’s a good weekend and always a competitive game and Myrtleford are doing quite well at the moment.”

There was plenty of talk in the off-season that Myrtleford weren’t going to be the side they have been over the past few seasons but the Savoys have defied that chat.

“There was a lot of talk around that they didn’t have as much experience as they have had but you can’t buy into that,” Vasilevski said.

“They’ve been flying under the radar this season and they’re on the same points as us so they must be doing okay.

“If we win this Sunday we will

THE annual La Fiera match between Wangaratta City FC and Myrtleford Savoys is a stable of the fixture, as the Devils and Lady Devils make the trip across the Savoy Park to take on their rivals in blue.

For division one women’s coach Lockie Campbell, the spectacle of the entire day is something the entire club looks forward to.

“There’s a fair bit of excitement around the club overall as you can imagine, it’s always a great weekend against Myrtleford,” he said.

“The girls are definitely getting around it, they’re very ready for this weekend and looking to secure a big, strong three points.

“This will be our first time coming up against them so it’ll be good to see what they have coming up into the division one competition.

“It’s always a great atmosphere on the day, there’re lots of people around, the food’s good - there’s not much to complain about, really.

“It’ll definitely be a good hit out overall.”

The Savoys haven’t taken a win from their seven outings, but Campbell isn’t taking any chances, bolstering a COVID impacted side with division two players set to have a bye week.

“I have had the girls in my ear letting me know what they have done before and who to watch out for, so we’ll be definitely keeping a keen eye out for a couple of key players and will plan accordingly,” he said.

“I’ve never really been there to watch their div two or div one games, so it’ll be a bit of a new experience for us.

“The ressies have a bye but on Monday and Tuesday I had a few girls message me letting me know they’re staying at home because they’ve got COVID, so we’ve lost another two or three players from my 16 squad, so I’ll definitely be pulling girls up from the twos.

“We’re starting to get a really good bit of depth in our squads, which is great to see.

“Fingers crossed we’ll get a great day of football out there.”

By NATHAN DE VRIES

PHOTO: Janet Watt

they had a few players at our game on Sunday because they had the bye,” he said.

“We’ve played that many times over the past few years and they know our danger players so I think they’ll mark ‘Burchy’ (Adam Burchell) heavily.

“We know their danger

players too and Connor Capponnechia is one of those we’re going to have to watch.”

Devils young star Kai Lyster is expected to return, while Karl McLaughlin will go out of Wangaratta’s side as he returns home to Ireland for a couple of weeks.

break away from third and go three points above Myrtleford.”

The two teams have had some enthralling battles over the past few seasons and Vasilevski expects nothing different this time around.

“Myrtleford would have done their homework on us,

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PITCH PERFECT PETER Korteman shows off his outstanding technique when hitting an iron off the tee at the Wangaratta Golf Club on Saturday.

Korteman was one of the ball winners from the competition .  Scoreboard: 49 PHOTO: Charlie Young

IT took them seven weeks to do it, but now North Wangaratta’s senior squad have tasted success in 2022, they are determined to take another bite.

Last weekend’s 20.14 (134) to 3.7 (25) win over the Hoppers proved a lot of naysayers wrong about the Hawks’ chances this year, and with a home game against the winless Whorouly set to rock the North Wangaratta Recreation Reserve, the stage is set for the Hawks to go backto-back.

Hawks coach Josh Warren said last week was proof the best footy coming out of North Wangaratta could compete with the rest of the league.

“I’ve been saying for a long time, if we get everyone on the park we’re half decent, we’ve just never been able to get everyone on the park at the one time,” he said.

“Last week we had our 21 best players play and obviously the result showed that.

“If a couple of us forwards kicked a bit straighter it could’ve been an even bigger margin.

“We’ll be the same, we’ll make no changes, we’ll have the same team - everyone pulled up OK and when you’re up and about, everyone wants to be a part of it.”

The Hawks will be hoping for history to repeat itself, as they celebrate a past players day and the 10 year anniversary of the club’s senior and reserve flags, won against Whorouly back in 2012.

“Last year we played a pretty good game against them, and not too much has changed,” Warren said.

“Obviously they’ve lost their coach and their co-coach for this year has done his ACL, so they’re a bit of an unknown for us in regards to what they’re

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“But we’re probably a six or seven goal better team at home, so we’re confident.

“Whorouly will still start as favourites because no one gives us a chance, but inside our four walls, we’re pretty confident in what we can dish up.

“If we can play anything close to what we did on the weekend, I think the result will be a good one for us.”

On top of a potential win for the Hawks’ success-starved fans, a victory this weekend would mean a lot for North Wangaratta stalwart Jamie Berry, who runs out this weekend for his 200th senior game for the club.

“Words can’t describe how beneficial and how lucky we are to have him at our footy club,” Warren said.

“His footy IQ, everything is so well respected by our club but also well respected by the opposition players as well.

“We’re awfully lucky to have him, and hopefully we can get the win for him on the weekend because it’s something that he deserves.”

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