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FOR THE SICK KIDS! WANGARATTA Fire Brigade members (from left) Daniel Macdonald, Kylie Byrne, John Seymour and Alex Carmody are urging local residents to give generously to this year’s Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. Collectors will be back on local streets tomorrow to raise as much money as possible to support the hospital, so it can help children such as Wangaratta’s Milla Hall. Her story is on pages 4 & 5. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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AN Australian-centric program featuring artists including The Black Sorrows will herald the return of the live Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues this October. Festival organisers released a sneak-peek of what they described as an “adventurous and eclectic” 2022 program during an event launch on Friday evening at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre. The program features premier Australian jazz and

blues artists, along with international collaborations, and the annual National Jazz Awards, from Friday, October 28 to Sunday, October 30. Festival chair Dave Fuller acknowledged the significant impact of the pandemic on the arts, but said organisers were thrilled to see the return of live events. “Our focus this year is on an Australian-centric program that includes Australian expatriates returning from abroad and international

artists in collaboration with Australians,” Mr Fuller said. “We’ve taken the decision this year to announce part of the program early, and to create an opportunity for people to register now for our limited release early-bird tickets.” First Nations musician and songwriter Jess Hitchcock, who has toured recently with Kate Miller-Heidke and Paul Kelly, and is a teacher, composer and artist with Australia’s Indigenous opera

company Short Black Opera, will revisit her jazz roots in a festival-curated project of new arrangements of lesser known standards and originals. Finnish pianist Kari Ikon will return for a worldpremiere collaboration with Melbourne-based bassist Helen Svoboda, while Austrian-based Brazilian composer/guitarist Emiliano Sampaio will bring a collaborative iteration of his renowned ‘Mereneu Project’ nonet, featuring players

from Brazil, Germany and Australia. Festival favourite Wanderlust will convene from across Australia to celebrate its 30th anniversary at the festival; the always imaginative and innovative Scott Tinkler will bring together a collection of Australia’s finest improvisers in the Antipodean Collective; and the powerhouse collaborative ensemble This World will draw together the talents of Mike Nock, Hamish

Stuart, Julien Wilson and Jonathan Schwartz. Making their festival debut are experimental jazz artists, Queensland duo Shamin, featuring Sophie Min on piano and Benjamin Shannon on drums, as well as Tasmania’s Julius Schwing Trio. 2021 National Jazz Awards winner Matthew Thomson will perform with his Sydney trio, comprising 2018 NJA winner Alex Hirlian on drums and Jaques Emery on bass. ■ Continued page 2

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From page 1 This year’s National Jazz Awards will put the spotlight on guitarists, with young performers again expected to jump at the opportunity to compete for the prize pool of cash and studio time along with national recognition; entry details are to be released in coming weeks. For blues lovers, the Merriwa Park stage is set to be a “hot bed of brass and scintillating sounds” on the last weekend in October. The Black Sorrows will play their classic hits alongside songs from their latest blues album, while Australia’s queen of blues, Fiona Boyes, with her band The Fortune Tellers will light up the stage. Melbourne’s Checkerboard Lounge, another festival favourite, is set to deliver its dynamic take on classic blues, soul and originals, featuring singing drummer Carl Pannuzzo, guitar master Shannon Bourne, Hammond virtuoso Tim Neal and uber-musical bassist Zoe Frater. Other blues program highlights include Rob Susz

(Dynamic Hypnotics) with his funky blues and soul combo The Continental Blues Party, and This Way North, featuring the explosive energy and expansive sounds of Leisha Jungalwalla and Cat Leahy. This year’s festival will culminate in a free event in Merriwa Park, set to showcase musicians from Wangaratta and surrounds, collaborating with funky New Orleans brass band Horns of Leroy and Zimbabwe-born star-on-therise Thando for a joyous celebration of brass and groove. The festival’s co-artistic directors, Eugene Ball and Scott Solimo, said Australian musicians were among the best in the world. “We simply have a unique and bold way of making jazz and blues in this country, and it’s time to put our creators front and centre, loud and proud,” Mr Solimo said. Early-bird tickets for the festival will be on sale in May, with the full program to be announced over coming months.

SINGING THE BLUES: Australia’s ‘queen’ of blues, Fiona Boyes, will light up the Merriwa Park stage this October, as part of the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues.

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$2b infrastructure idea to help housing crisis THE dire need to renew Wangaratta’s 90-year-old sewer lines and build a new waste water treatment plant could be addressed under a new plan by Indi incumbent MP Helen Haines’ plan to create a $2 billion infrastructure fund. Dr Haines is proposing the establishment of a new $2 billion Regional Housing Infrastructure Fund that would provide direct funding to regional councils and utility companies to build essential infrastructure that will enable more housing to be built in their towns. “Right now, Wangaratta can’t build any more houses because the main sewer line is at capacity,” she said. “But it’ll cost hundreds of millions to upgrade that infrastructure. “That’s money a regional council doesn’t just have lying around.

“My fund would provide that direct funding, so councils and utility companies like in Wangaratta can make the approvals for housing we desperately need.” Dr Haines said unlocking more housing supply in regional Victoria is being held back by constraints on water, sewerage, roads and electricity infrastructure. “My proposal puts money on the table so we can get on and build the roads, street lights, electricity poles, community centres, gardens, sewerage systems, and childcare centres to open new areas as soon as possible,” she said. “Cost of living is a major issue in Indi at this election and housing is a huge part of that. “We need to unlock supply and my plan would help increase the number of blocks available. “With people flocking to our

region, we need to build more houses - simple as that - otherwise, prices will just go up further.” With more housing supply, prices would level out and more rentals would become available in what is an extremely difficult market. Dr Haines cited one person who had applied for 170 rentals in Wodonga before she found somewhere to live and the matter is just as bad for people looking to buy a home with house prices at record highs. “In the last two years, prices are up 33 per cent in Wodonga, 34pc in Wangaratta, and 25pc in Benalla,” she said. “In some of the smaller towns it’s even worse - in Euroa it’s 40pc and in Bright it’s 55pc. “Both major parties have announced policies that will increase demand for existing

houses, but they’ll do nothing to increase supply, that’s where my plan comes in.” Dr Haines said the government’s existing National Housing Infrastructure Facility - a $1 billion fund designed to invest in housing-enabling infrastructure - had failed to deliver. “This fund has been around for almost five years, it’s only spent a fraction of the money, the minister decides from Canberra what it can be spent on, and it’s done absolutely nothing to fix the infrastructure gaps here in Indi,” she said. “It’s only added 800 houses a year, across all of Australia.” Dr Haines’ plan would operate on grants-system only with robust selection criteria and all money would be delivered on a competitive basis - $500 million would land on the ground every year for the next four years.

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Don’t ruin your weekend Operation Compass to target risky driving on local roads

By RYAN MALCOLM

POLICE patrols have descended on North East motorways, as part of a concerted effort to reduce regional road crash incidence over consecutive long weekends. Impaired driving, speeding, distracted driving, seatbelt compliance and fatigued driving will each be targeted during the operation, as local officers aim to crackdown on behaviours which have resulted in 41 serious injury collisions in the region in 2022.

Wangaratta Highway Patrol Senior Sergeant Colin Provan expects holidaygoers to flock to the North East throughout the coming weeks, and said a highly visible police presence will intercept any drivers identified undertaking risk-taking behaviour. Highway Patrol, Heavy Vehicle Unit, Drug and Alcohol and Public Order Response Teams are all set to be deployed throughout the North East, with automatic number plate recognition (ANPR)

software to be commonplace on major thoroughfares. “It’s going to be incumbent for all members to be engaged in road policing duties,” Snr Sgt Provan said. “We aim to have a really physical presence on the roadways - we have Highway Patrol members based at Wangaratta but we also have general duties police who will be out there where they can be engaging in road policing duties. “When they’re not otherwise engaged, we’ll expect

them to be intercepting vehicles, checking compliance and conducting alcohol and drug tests. “It’s about providing that safe environment for all road users.” Some 76 drivers have died on Victorian roads so far this year, 60 per cent of which have occurred on regional roadways. According to Snr Sgt Provan, it remained paramount visiting motorists exercised caution on roads which they may be unfamiliar with over

what is expected to be an increasingly busy time. “First and foremost you have to drive to your capability, your vehicle’s capability and the conditions,” he said. “When driving on roads you’re not familiar with, reduce your speed and come back to that level of comfort where you’re not going to create a hazard for yourself, you passengers or other road users. “We want people to come to the regions and enjoy themselves, be safe and re-

Art galore this week at The Studio MEMBERS of the Wangaratta Artist’s Society look forward to welcoming visitors to their annual Easter exhibition of unframed artworks which opened yesterday. The event is an opportunity for members to showcase artworks completed during the year along with others drawn from their studios and for local art lovers to purchase an original artwork at an affordable price. There promises to be a wide variety of artworks on display including oils, acrylics, watercolours, pen and wash, sketches and even sculpture. Those who visit can also find out more about the long running community organisation which held its 50th annual exhibition last year, speak to members and hear about the latest series of workshops. The exhibition is open daily from 10am through to 4pm at The Studio in Bachelors Green and entry is free with plenty of parking outside. The exhibition is presented by the Lions Club of Wangaratta and it will run until April 20.

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SHOWTIME: Wangaratta Artist’s Society member Thea Day hangs one of her paintings for the exhibition, which also features sculptures.

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spectful of other road users. “If we can do that, then everyone benefits - and it benefits the local economy as well.” The first stage of Operation Compass will run from this morning through to 11.59pm on Monday night, before recommencing over the Anzac Day weekend from 12.01am on April 22 through to 11.59pm on April 25. April has already seen some 11 lives lost, while the state road toll has increased by more than 15 per cent as compared to the same time last year.

TWO males believed to be linked to the sale of illegal tobacco and vape products from a Murphy Street store were arrested by Wangaratta Crime Investigation Unit (CIU) members yesterday morning. A Commonwealth search warrant saw quantities of loose tobacco and packaged cigarettes seized by police members, while a number of glass smoking implements were also under investigation. A 56-year-old Westmeadows man and a 56-year-old Fraser Rise man were subsequently detained and interviewed by police. Detective Sergeant Chris Hill said police had been investigating the store for some time, with numerous search warrants executed in the past. “We’ve been looking at it for a fair while,” he said. “The legitimacy of the store remains of interest to local police. “Locally, the sale of these types of items is illegal and police will continue to investigate their sale.”

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Police enforce hard lesson for driver A PROBATIONARY driver has been slammed with a $545 fine and sidelined for six months, after returning a positive breath test in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police intercepted the Ford Ranger Utility at 3.45am on April 10, when the driver tested positive for alcohol. A further evidentiary breath test at Wangaratta Police Station returned a reading of 0.087. The driver’s licence was suspended on the spot.

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ROUTINE drive to dance class last year turned into a frightening trip to the emergency department for Wangaratta’s Hall family, leading to ongoing Royal Children’s Hospital visits, and cementing the family’s respect for the facility ahead of tomorrow’s Good Friday Appeal. It’s also helped prompt 10-year-old Milla Hall and a group of her fellow Pulsate Dance Force studio members to take part in the Dance for Sick Kids fundraiser in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities, as they prepare to dance every day for a week in May. Dance-loving Milla was stung by a bee as she and mum Tennille prepared for their afternoon drive to Pulsate Dance Force last year, and though it was not her first sting, this one was different. Milla began to experience an anaphylactic reaction and to struggle for breath as they drove, and Tennille quickly

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Milla would receive a series of injections of bee venom aimed at desensitising her extreme reaction. She again suffered anaphylaxis during the treatment, and the arrangement changed to weekly visits over three months when Milla was found to be a rare case - the initial five trips ballooning to 25. She will now continue treatment monthly for the next five years, and carries an Epipen at all times. Tennille said the experience had brought

home to her the breadth of services offered by the RCH, particularly on the eve of the annual Good Friday Appeal, and she hopes locals again show their generosity in supporting the hospital. “Your heart goes out, especially when you’re there, to the patients who are in for treatment of illnesses like cancer, and you realise how important the hospital is for them and their families, but the Royal Children’s helps so many people in so many ways. They do such an amazing job,” she said.

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DANCING FOR THE KIDS: Pulsate Dance Force members Bridgette Mason, Milla Hall, Kyle Tyers, Holly Gorman and Jasmine Hope will be among those taking part in a fundraiser next month for Ronald McDonald House Charities. Milla has personal experience of the great work done by the Royal Children’s Hospital, and is also hoping locals support tomorrow’s Good Friday Appeal. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

nother Pulsate Dance Force student was receiving treatment at the hospital at the same time as Milla, and Tennille said the studio had been extremely supportive of including youngsters who needed to be absent for treatment when planning dance performances. “It has been hard on Milla. Every needle she has feels like a bee sting, and sometimes it can involve seven in a day, so it’s tough telling her that’s what’s going to happen,” she said.

“She’s just puts everything into dance; it gives her a sense of control, and something to focus on, so that’s helped a lot. “The hospital also does great work, through initiatives like the Starlight Room and the clown doctors, in terms of making good memories for kids while they have to be in hospital.” Tennille said the importance of Ronald McDonald House to regional families - both financially and in creating a home-like environment for patients - was front-of-mind in

choosing to support the charity through Dance for Sick Kids. “Due to COVID, we’ve always been able to stay on-site at the hospital in overnight accommodation as they scaled back procedures, but the alternative is Ronald McDonald House, which is where we are staying next time we visit. It would be tough to pay for a hotel every time,” she said. “But mostly we are doing this because of a friend who had leukaemia (who is well now); Ronald McDonald house was a huge part of their journey and

made such a difference.” Seven Pulsate Dance Force members have so far signed up to take part in Dance for Sick Kids, and others are expected to join Milla in backing Ronald McDonald House Charities. “I feel like this would be important to me anyway, but it’s even more important to me now because I’ve been to the Royal Children’s Hospital,” Milla said. Pulsate Dance Force director Sam Pulvirenti said the fundraiser was a fantastic way for the young dancers to give back to the community. “It’s not always about competitions and coming here to dance, it’s about teaching young people to give back, especially to a cause most of us has used or has some connection to,” she said. The studio has set an initial target of $1500 for its involvement in Dance for Sick Kids, with youngsters set to make a move every day for a week next month. A donation of $160 could help provide one night of supported accommodation for a sick child and their family at Ronald McDonald House, while just $35 could help keep the cupboards stocked with cooking essentials for families. If you would like to support the fundraiser, visit https:// www.danceforsickkids.com/ fundraisers/PulsateDanceForce To support the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal, look out for collectors around the Rural City of Wangaratta today and tomorrow, or visit www. goodfridayappeal.com.au/ donate

Keep on giving FIREFIGHTERS are preparing to return to the streets of Wangaratta tomorrow, as they rattle tins to raise money for the 2022 Good Friday Appeal. Volunteers will line the streets, urging pedestrians and motorists alike to give generously to support the Royal Children’s Hospital, as in-person donations return after being sidelined the previous two years. However, online donations will also be facilitated, with residents encouraged to visit www.virtualtinshake.com.au and donate to their local brigade or community group. Local organisations accepting donations online include:  Wangaratta Fire Brigade  North Wangaratta CFA  Wangaratta South CFA  Glenrowan CFA  Boorhaman CFA  Springhurst CFA  Eldorado CFA  Oxley Flats CFA  Killawarra CFA  Whitfield CFA  Moyhu CFA  Goodstart Wangaratta Moore Street. Acting chief officer Rohan Luke commended the efforts of statewide CFA members, who have raised more than $35 million for the cause since 1951. “If you see CFA volunteers out and collecting this Good Friday, please stop for a chat and donate generously,” he said. “The Royal Children’s Hospital supports sick kids from right across Victoria and the money raised will help to support their care. “I’m very proud of our volunteers who have put in such a great effort to raise money again this year.”

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Cast your vote for local podcaster MANFRED Reich, a Wangaratta resident since 1963, featured in a podcast about his life in Nazi Germany and then his subsequent immigration to Australia. It is called “Up from the Rubble”, which references a time when Manfred was bombed in Berlin. The multi-storey block of flats collapsed on Manfred and amazingly, he dug a way out from the debris and led all the survivors to safety. This and other tales of sur-

vival pepper the podcast and have led to its success across the world. The project was made by his son Simon Reich, while a student at SAE Creative Institute. Having now graduated, Simon is now interviewing former immigrants from Bonegilla Migrant Camp. The Webby Awards in New York recognise outstanding podcasts and have chosen “Up from the Rubble” in the top five entries

in the student category. More than 14,000 entries were received in this year’s submissions from around the world. Now comes the public voting phase of the awards. Simon is hoping the people of Wangaratta can help him out by voting for “Up from the Rubble”. It’s simply a matter of scanning the code and submitting a vote via a Facebook button. The competition closes on Thursday, April 21.

VOTE NOW: Scan this code to vote IN ARMS: Simon (right) with his Dad Manfred Reich. for Simon Reich’s podcast.

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David and Barbara celebrate their creative calling ARTISTS David and Barbara McCabe are well known to many in Wangaratta and the local arts community. David was director of the Wangaratta College of TAFE for many years but it was after his retirement that he set about completing a series of watercolours depicting alpine huts and other rural buildings. Those artworks celebrating architectural forms in the landscape have featured in a number of exhibitions and in two self-published books. Barbara became a life member of the Centre Quilters and played a pivotal role in the establishment of Wangaratta’s Stitched Up Textile Festival. While they now live in Melbourne, in June and July this year the couple's work will be featured in a retrospective exhibition at the Wangaratta Art Gallery. We meet them in the latest edition

of North East Living magazine which offers an interesting mix of stories, just right for weekend reading. We talk to Rosie Arnel and Angela Lawrence about their plan to row a tiny boat across the Atlantic Ocean, meet Hamilton Park couple Dr Corina Modderman and Dr Werner Vogels and find out what brought them here from the Netherlands and find out about the remarkable history of Wangaratta’s own Holy Trinity Cathedral. We also taste spicy food at Glenbosch Kitchen in Beechworth, hear what the Chambers family are doing at Lake Moodemere Estate in Rutherglen and tour and spectacular home in Mansfield. Pick up the autumn/winter edition of North East Living magazine at local newsagencies or from the Wangaratta Chronicle office in Rowan Street for $5.50.

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Buying frenzy keeps buzzing By STEVE KELLY THE house buying frenzy in Wangaratta is continuing with first home buyers and investors cashing in on record high prices in the rural city. Morris Bros Real Estate property development manager Rob Bell said all types of properties are changing hands including lifestyle properties that remain in strong demand, with many local buyers and around 20 per cent from metro or interstate.

He said residential properties continue to have good interest and attract multiple buyers and offers exceeding expectations. “A lot of first home buyers who have renovated their first property are cashing in on the higher property prices and selling,” Mr Bell said. “There are also old school investors who are savvy with the market conditions and want to move away from the recent rental reforms and off load investments in the higher market conditions.”

Mr Bell said this has contributed towards the lack of rental accommodation over the past year. He said with rural land prices on the rise this hasn‘t ruled out farmers selling rural and lifestyle properties and looking to downsize onto a town block as well. While some property commentators have predicted a fall in property prices off the back of expected interest rate rises, Mr Bell believes that it’s more likely that prices sta-

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of an interest rate rise it will likely stabilise the property prices and slow down the current buyer frenzy. “Instead of a property being sold within 48 hours, which is what is currently happening, in might take two to four weeks to sell your property which was the case prior to the pandemic.” Joe McKenzie from Nutrien Harcourts gave examples of their sales in the last quarter which indicate how much house prices have risen in the Wangaratta district

over the last few years. “301 Boggy Creek Road Moyhu, 507 acres, sold for $5.450 million (last sold in 2014 $1.35m),” he said. “66 Londrigan Tarrawingee Road, 220 acres, sold for $3m (last sold in 2016 $1.075m). “2/50 Vincent Road, Wangaratta, 351 m2, sold for $375,000 (last sold in 2020 for $279,000). “9 Braithwaite Street, Wangaratta, 760 m2, sold for $625,000 (last sold in 2011 for $268,500).”

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No worthier cause than hospital appeal WHILE football, rugby and even horse racing will be on people‘s TV screens tomorrow as most enjoy a day off work, there will be one show that continues to attract the attention of viewers and that‘s the Royal Children‘s Hospital Appeal. Over the last few years the appeal has still managed to pool about $18m annually despite tough financial times for many families throughout the pandemic. The research on diseases and care that the Royal Children‘s Hospital gives to its patients is world class and many local families would attest to the wonderful health service, having experienced it first–hand. Good Friday has long been a day when people can either watch the telethon on television or simply listen out for sirens as our local firefighters drive the streets of Wangaratta collecting loose change and notes. There is a great story in today‘s Chronicle about a young dancer Milla Hall, who required treatment at RCH last year after she was stung by a bee and experienced an anaphylactic reaction. Milla had to receive treatment on a weekly basis over three months, 25 visits to RCH in total for her and her family. She also has to continue treatment monthly for the next five years due her ongoing condition. This is just one person‘s story and there are many other people in the rural city who know only too well how vital the RCH is to regional residents. To donate to a cause that is right up there on the list of worthiness, visit https://www.goodfridayappeal.com.au.

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FACEBOOK users this week commented on a decision to initially omit Wangaratta from hosting 2026 Commonwealth Games events.

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Paul Crabb: Lack of top class facilities and accommodation could be an issue Sandra Duffy: The Netball Facilities are pretty poor in Wangaratta. Suellen Loki: Wow ! if only we had cycling enthusiasts on the council

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years ago when the option of a first-class cycling track was possible??? We snooze we loose! We have now missed out! Karen Catt: Is anyone surprised? Melissa Duguid: The same as the 2006 games. Preliminary games out in those regions and then medal games in Melbourne. Kristy Passmore: Not surprised this town still needs alot of work to be up to games standard sorry to say!!

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The “new model” of care at NHW WE write in response to the letter from Dr Bronwyn Pearse published on Friday, April 1 and the reply from Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) regarding the new model of care being implemented by the hospital. We are specialist physicians who have worked at the hospital for more than 30 years. We choose to live in Wangaratta as we are committed to rural and regional health. Regrettably, our service to the hospital was discontinued by NHW in November last year. We would be very supportive if the new model of care at NHW offered better care to the people of Wangaratta. This is unfortunately not the case. The “new model” has shut down the continuity of specialist medical care that has been provided for several decades to the people of Wangaratta by locally resident specialist physicians. We are increasingly aware of the negative impact of the “new NHW model” on our patients. The new model has seen the loss of several types of procedures that were performed locally and reduced the availability of others. People who needed hospital admission have been referred on discharge to receive their follow-up care in either Albury, Melbourne or other regional cities. We are concerned about the risk of both duplication of diagnostic procedures and under-servicing, when patients have to travel from Wangaratta to distant health service providers. Physicians such as ourselves were recruited by resident colleagues because our specialty interests met gaps in locally available specialist care. The long term role of specialist physicians at Northeast Health Wangaratta has included supervision of medical students and trainees. The experience of training at the hospital led directly to the recruitment of several medical specialists to long term commitment, working at the Wangaratta hospital and in the community. We had expected to continue to provide that pathway to permanent residence and career opportunities in this region in line with the rapidly increasing population. We remain strongly committed to health care both inpatient and community-based and hope to continue our service to public and private health care for the benefit of our community. Drs Robert Krones, Philip Macleish, Andreas Baisch, Consultant Physicians, Wangaratta

STRIKING WORK: This week is the last opportunity to see the Tonality exhibition at the Wangaratta Art Gallery. Among the artworks which have been curated from the Rural City of Wangaratta’s own extensive collection is Mandy Gunn’s Fire Sticks (Burnt Out Series) 2009, shredded inner tubes woven on cotton, wood, Wangaratta Art Gallery Collection. It was the winner of the 2009 Wangaratta Contemporary Textile Award. See Tonality until April 14. PHOTO: Kurtis Hickling

New cars don’t improve forgotten roads OBVIOUSLY there is an election and it’s fascinating to see this time so many politicians (and hopefuls) opening their mouths and putting their foot in it. In Monday’s Chronicle we had Darren Chester with a report possibly written in a big city, claiming that all of the road safety comes down to old cars. Obviously another politician looking forward to retirement. It matters little how old the vehicle is when we have rural roads with “washboard” (viz. corrugations around 50mm in height and depth and more) and other damage caused by decades of underfunding. Vehicle suspensions, I have noted, will be lucky to get to 30,000km without incident. A suspension, or steering (part of

suspension) failing, or caused to fail while driving, can easily be a killer. So here is a failure to face reality. Marc Chick, Wangandary

No hiding the Liberal Senator’s intent THE origin of the political advertisement in The Chronicle, (page 3, April 8) proved to be as challenging as searching for ‘Where’s Wally.’ Hidden in a vertical line of miniscule type, on a ‘smoke screened’ background, was the ‘shy’ endorsement of Senator Jane Hume. Obfuscating authorisation of this disparaging advertisement reflects poorly on Senator Hume and her futile intention to discredit the integrity of our highly principled and well-respected Indi Independent, Helen Haines. Beverley Waring, Hansonville

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NOTE: Comments as they appear online, without corrections. Continued from page 8. New stick• ers on all bins would help, rate pay•ing be withdrawCan displaying what goes in each by all those bin. in town who still don’t have footpaths ? There • needs to be more education How can • Deb Coleman:

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people to comply. Recycling is important, and it’s not too difficult to learn what goes where online. Facebook users also commented on Wangaratta Magpie Daine Porter enjoying a 121 point win over Wangaratta Rovers in his 300th game of Ovens and Murray football. Denise Gay: Well done Daine and a great win by the Maggies. Leanne Kelly: Congratulations Daine!

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Milawa Oxley Rotary Club raises $11,000 for Ukraine THERE are 62 Rotary clubs in Ukraine and astonishingly, all but the one in Kherson which is under Russian occupation, is still functioning. Rotary has a motto, ‘Service above self,’ and that is the case as Rotarians and Rotary clubs in Ukraine and around the world have sprung into action to help mitigate the humanitarian disaster happening in the Ukraine. Rotary has been rebuilding the humanitarian hubs along the Ukraine borders with Poland, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania to co-ordinate the aid pouring in. They are receiving the supplies, mostly clothes, food, medicines and medical supplies and sending them across the border to the hubs inside Ukraine where Rotarians redistribute them to the cities that are in dire need of help. They have also been looking after the Ukrainian refugees fleeing the conflict and finding accommodation, clothes, food and baby needs, and helping them move on towards safety. To help do their part, Milawa Oxley Rotary recently held a Peace for Ukraine dinner. St Paul’s Church Hall in Milawa was filled to capacity as 70 guests gathered to show support for Ukraine and celebrate the amazing culture and food of Ukraine.

DO IT FOR THE KIDS: Event organiser Emma McInnes and publican Katie Bachelor welcome the community to join in the fun on Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal at the Boorhaman Hotel. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

DINNER WITH A DIFFERENCE: Enjoying the dinner supporting Ukraine were (from left) Maria Pantling, Alina Samborska and Luda Lucas. Diners were treated to a Ukrainian feast, incorporating classic Ukrainian dishes such as borsch, chicken Kyiv and cabbage rolls. More than $11,000 was raised, which will be sent directly to the Rotary Foundation’s special Disaster Response Fund in Support of Ukraine. Here these funds will directly support humanitarian aid efforts in Ukraine and the surrounding countries that are receiving waves of refugees fleeing the conflict. The club wished to thank the Appin Street butcher for supporting the fundraiser, and Butko’s of Albury-Wodonga, who provided

help in catering for the dinner and spread the word among the Ukrainian community of North East Victoria and the border. Guests attended from from Central Queensland, Adelaide, and several guests who had recently arrived in Australia after fleeing their homes in Ukraine. A club spokesperson said it was a particular honour to provide a warm welcome to the Ukrainian guests and show solidarity and care in what must be unimaginably trying times. Tax deductible donations to the Disaster Response Fund can be made at https://my.rotary.org/ en/disaster-response-fund.

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THE popular Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) Good Friday Appeal event at the Buffalo Brewery/Boorhaman Hotel is on tomorrow and new pub owners Katie and Nick Bachelor invite everyone to come and enjoy the day while supporting the good cause. It’s extra significant for the Bachelor family and locals with Katie and Nick’s daughter being diagnosed with systemic juvenile arthritis last year and she requires ongoing care at RCH. A new feature this year will be chook races (see advert on page 23), and the regular family fun will be on

with a jumping castle, face painting, raffles and auction of goods donated by more than 80 different local businesses. Appeal coordinator Emma McInnes said the day is about raising money for the Royal Children’s Hospital and this is done via donations made on the day through participation in activities and the auction. For those who live in Wangaratta you can call the hotel (5726 9335) to book your spot on a Fallons courtesy bus that will leave Big W car park at 2.30pm and Kmart car park at 3.30pm on Good Friday, with a return bus leaving the pub at 9pm.

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PM outlines $250m fuel security pitch

PRIME Minister Scott Morrison used the third day of the election campaign to outline fuel security measures, including a $250 million grant to shore up domestic supply. The grant will be split between two refineries - an Ampol facility in Brisbane and the Viva Energy refinery in Geelong - and used for major upgrades. Mr Morrison says the in-

vestment will secure fuel production and supply against global uncertainty sparked by events like the conflict in Ukraine. “COVID-19, the Russian war in Ukraine and trade restrictions have disrupted global supply chains and Australia is not immune,” he said. “Oil refineries literally fuel a stronger economy and these investments will help keep

our truckies, miners, defence force and farmers moving across Australia.” The prime minister started Wednesday with a visit to a manufacturing facility in the seat of Lindsay in western Sydney which is held by the Liberals on a margin of five per cent. He is expected to fly to another marginal seat later in the day.

Earlier on Wednesday, he discussed Victoria’s vaccine mandates on Geelong radio station Bay FM, after a listener questioned why they applied to facilities like golf clubs but not polling places on election day. “I don’t see any reason why they shouldn’t be able to go and do the other things, they can do those other things in other states and territories,”

Mr Morrison said. “People will continue to be sensible, but people are going to go out there and vote on election day and especially be able to go and play golf, too.” Mr Morrison’s election campaign had a hiccup overnight when he was confronted by an angry man at a private event in Sydney. The 20-year-old, who was told to leave Penrith’s Nepean

NO RISE: Anthony Albanese has indicated it’s unlikely JobSeeker would be raised in a first Labor budget.

Rowing Club by police, posted footage of his encounter with Mr Morrison on TikTok. “Scomo, across the river here, across the Nepean River, people lost their houses and they were burned. You’re a disgrace - you are a disgrace,” the man said. He has been identified online as a “progressive activist” and member of Young Labor. -AAP

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Payment review constrained by debt: Labor

ANTHONY Albanese has rebuffed claims Labor had moved to dump its plan to review the JobSeeker payment, but admitted huge government debt would constrain any policy change. The opposition leader said while Labor did not have a plan for raising the unemployment payment of $46 a day in its first budget, should the party win the election, reviews would be conducted in subsequent years. Speaking to reporters in Melbourne on the third day of the election campaign, Mr Albanese said suggestions Labor would dump the review were wrong.

Labor frontbencher Andrew Leigh told a welfare sector forum on Tuesday that Labor had not committed to an increase and had no plan for an independent review “at this stage”. “We can’t do everything given the circumstances we are in,” Mr Albanese said. “If we are fortunate enough to form government, we will form government at a time where debt’s heading towards $1 trillion, whereby you can’t repair all of the damage.” However, the opposition leader said he knew what it was like to live on a fixed income.

Mr Albanese said each payment such as JobSeeker would be reviewed in every budget going forward. The Labor leader was campaigning in the seat of Melbourne at a rally of healthcare workers, where Mr Albanese pledged a trial of 50 urgent care clinics across the country, offering an alternative to busy hospital emergency departments. The clinics would treat patients needing care for problems like broken bones, minor burns and cuts, in a bid to free up clogged emergency departments. Introducing Mr Albanese at the rally, Labor deputy leader Richard

Labor announces its new health clinics plan OPPOSITION Leader Anthony Albanese has defended his $135 million election promise to fund 50 urgent medical care centres across the country, amid criticism it’s a copy of a previous policy. Mr Albanese kicked off day three of the election campaign in the Greens-held seat of Melbourne on Wednesday morning, where he announced the four-year trial of the clinics in a bid to relieve clogged hospital emergency departments. The bulk-billed clinics will be based at GP surgeries and community health centres nationwide, and will treat patients

needing urgent care including for broken bones, minor burns and stitches for cuts. Mr Albanese denied the plan was a recycled policy previously announced for the 2019 federal election. “It wasn’t the same commitment, it wasn’t delivering the same service,” he told reporters. “There’s a different commitment, different policy. This policy has been costed.” Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Labor’s health policy was identical to a proposal pitched by former Labor prime minister Kevin Rudd. Health Minister Greg Hunt

said the previous Labor government promised 65 “super clinics”, but only delivered 33, with a damning auditor-general’s report criticising the $650 million plan. Mr Albanese said families would be able to get the care they needed from the clinics without long wait times. “These clinics are a key part of Labor’s plan to strengthen Medicare by making it easier to see a doctor,” he said. “Medicare Urgent Care Clinics will take the pressure off emergency departments, so they can concentrate on saving lives.” -AAP

Marles said the party would back the health system should they win government. “Australians will choose who they wake up with on May 22: Morrison or Medicare,” he said. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Scott Morrison began his day in the electorate of Lindsay in western Sydney, visiting a manufacturing facility. He is expected to jet interstate later in the day to spruik two $125 million grants to be matched by refineries in Brisbane and Victoria to begin major construction to upgrade facilities. Mr Morrison told a Geelong radio station that Labor’s health policy

was identical to a proposal previously pitched by former Labor prime minister Kevin Rudd. Health Minister Greg Hunt said the previous Labor government promised 65 “super clinics”, but only delivered 33, with a damning auditor-general’s report criticising the $650 million plan. In Queensland, former coalition MP George Christensen signalled he’s making a comeback ahead of the May 21 poll and joining One Nation. One Nation leader Pauline Hanson said Mr Christensen would be third on the party’s Senate ticket in Queensland. -AAP

Activist’s antics at event under scrutiny LABOR has condemned the actions of a member who confronted the prime minister at a private event in Sydney. Adisen Wright describes himself on social media as a “progressive activist” and is listed online as a Young Labor member. He’s said he’s the man filming himself as he approached Mr Morrison at western Sydney’s Nepean Rowing Club on Tuesday evening. “Scomo, across the river here, across the Nepean River, people lost their houses and they were burned. You’re a disgrace - you are a disgrace,” Mr Wright yelled, before leaving the premises. Labor leader Anthony Albanese condemned the “inappropriate” action. “I have seen footage of it and I think that gentleman - I don’t know who he was

- his actions were entirely inappropriate,” he told reporters in Melbourne. “We need to have civil discourse. “Our democratic processes can be robust but people can be polite and people can engage in appropriate forums in appropriate ways.” It is understood the NSW branch is looking at the man’s involvement in the party. The video had more than 140,000 views on social media as of Wednesday afternoon. NSW police confirmed they were called to a licensed premises at Penrith about 7.30pm when they issued a 20-yearold man with a direction to move on. “He left the venue without incident,” a spokeswoman said. -AAP

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Merriwa Park court being transformed By SIMONE KERWIN WORKS are well under way on transforming space at Merriwa Park’s Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club into courts which will service local pickleball and junior

tennis players. The project won funding last year from both the State Government and Rural City of Wangaratta, and involves the creation of three courts which will be used by the Wangaratta Pickleball Club

and for juniors’ Tennis Hot Shots program. “It will be used by the full spectrum of the community, so I think it’s a real winner,” Jonathan Koop, a tennis club member assisting with the project, said.

The redevelopment of the court, which fronts parkland and the nearby playground in Merriwa Park, received a boost in mid-2021 via a $10,000 VicHealth Reimagining Health grant. Late last year, this was

followed by a $6500 Rural City of Wangaratta community grant, which is being used to remediate the court through removal of old carpet and preparing the surface ahead of sealing and painting.

Mr Koop said the tennis club was pleased to be collaborating with the pickleball club on the project, and had also received support from council on correcting drainage issues in the area.

Jazz and blues book launched at library A BOOK which shares the behind the scenes story of how the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues was established three decades ago has been officially launched. Brought together by long time artistic director Adrian Jackson and his journalist sister, Andra Jackson, the book Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues 30 Years tells the story of how the festival defied the sceptics who thought it wouldn’t last, overcame challenges and obstacles along the way, and went on to be firmly established as Australia’s leading jazz festival. Last Thursday evening’s launch at the Wangaratta Library was attended by an enthusiastic crowd, many of whom supported and contributed to the festival’s success over the years. All were delighted with

how the book celebrates the festival, which brings musicians and punters from all over Australia together, has won tourism awards and is now ranked as a hallmark event by the Victorian Government. It’s also the story of how musicians and punters alike embraced the festival, told through their recollections. Leading local and overseas musician have written about their experience of the festival; one where the usual barriers between performer and audience are broken down and musicians walk around freely through the crowds and rub shoulders with punters. What shines through in this story of Wangaratta is the remarkable community spirit despite adversity.

HAMILTON PARK CELEBRATING 50 YEARS: The book detailing Hamilton Park

JOINING THE CONVERSATION: Patti Bulluss, who chaired haired the festival committee for many years, was a guest speaker at the book launch. INSET: BOOK LAUNCH: Adrian and Andra Jackson launched their book, Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues 30 Years, at the Wangaratta Library last week.

Estate’s history to mark its 50th birthday last year is available now for $34.50 and needs to be pre-ordered at www. hamiltonpark.org.au/book. The 96-page book details the estate’s beginnings in 1971, its people, its achievements and its growth as a proud, friendly, vibrant community that shares good times and bad. The book is a wonderful keepsake for current and past residents. For more information visit www.hamiltonpark.org. au/celebrate or www.hamiltonpark.org.au/ book or call 0437 555 083.

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Locked and unloaded G storage Gun t laws are set to change g FIREARM owners are being urged to prepare for changes to firearm storage requirements from August 30, with new legislation to be imposed on all licensed firearm owners. From August 30, Category A and B longarms must be stored in a purpose-built steel storage receptacle that:  is of a thickness of at least 1.6mm which complies with Australian/New Zealand standard 1594:2002 (as amended from time to time);  if the receptacle weighs less than 150kg when it is empty must be bolted to the structure of the premises where the firearm is authorised to be kept; and  is locked with a lock of sturdy construction when the firearm is stored in it. Also from August 30, Category C and D longarms and general category handguns must be stored in a purpose-built steel storage receptacle of the aforementioned specifications. The new receptacles will be expected to be purpose-built for the storage of firearms, with those licence holders currently storing their firearms in bolted clothing lockers or hardwood receptacles encouraged to begin making plans to upgrade.

STORAGE CHANGE: Steel storage units such as the one flanked by LSC Andrew Auhl (left) and Adventure, Camping and Fishing’s Nathan Bradley will become the norm following the August 30 changes to firearm storage laws. Eastern Region Division 4 divisional firearms officer Leading Senior Constable Andrew Auhl said the new changes were designed to curtail further serious offending if firearms fell into the hands of thieves. Police are anticipating highdemand for commercially made gun safes, and outlined discretion may be granted to owners who attempt to proactively upgrade their storage before August 30, as long as proof of purchase is provided. LSC Auhl said police will be carrying out regular checks at the premises of licence holders over the coming months to ensure owners have addressed their storage compliance. Licence holders are urged to

avoid keeping firearms at vacant properties or holiday homes, which can become the target of theft, as these properties do not meet safety requirements and standards. LSC Auhl also warned gun owners not to leave tools lying around in the vicinity of any storage receptacle but to make sure they are locked away to prevent them being used in a theft or break-in. He said it was important to secure the safe keys in a room separate to the room the firearms are secured to make it more difficult for firearms to be stolen. “Offenders will often look for soft targets and take advantage by stealing firearms,” he said. “You should also store ammu-

nition in a separate locked container. “Remember - if your guns are stolen due to your lack of care and attention, you may be charged with offences that carry heavy fines and you may be deemed ‘not fit and proper’ and have your licence cancelled.” With the changes set to impact Category A and B licence holders in particular, more than 80 per cent of the total registered firearms throughout the state which are registered against these licences are expected to be subject to the new storage requirements. For further information on the updated laws, visit https://www. police.vic.gov.au/firearms-industry-news.

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Snap yourself shopping local to win $300 spree THE Rural City of Wangaratta is running an Easter themed social media competition celebrating shopping locally. The competition is running until April 21 with the lucky winner of a shopping spree, valued at over $300, drawn on April 22. “People are being asked to shop small and make a big difference,” rural city mayor Dean Rees said. “Let’s celebrate shopping locally this Easter. “Keep an eye out on Facebook and Instagram for this fantastic promotion and details of how to enter the draw. “You will be automatically entered into the Easter draw if you post a photo of yourself shopping locally during the competition period and hashtag #shoplocalwangaratta.” Also, as part of the Victorian Government’s Victorian Entertainment Program, people can also claim 25 per cent back on the total cost of their entertainment and dining bill when they spend $40 or more. Under this $30m program, launched by Minister for Employment Jaala Pulford, the entertainment rebate is available on any day of the week for eligible experiences anywhere in Victoria, including the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Conferencing Centre, Wangaratta

IF THE HAT FITS: Take a photo or yourself shopping local at outlets such as Flynns Inland & Surf to be in the running to win $300 shopping spree. Art Gallery and many other entertainment and tourism venues. For dining experiences, customers can claim 25 per cent off their bill when they spend $40 or more between Monday and Thursday. Take away food purchases can also be claimed subject to $40 minimum spend.

Note that Friday, Saturday and Sunday dining are not included in the rebate program. A total of $30 million is available to claim on a first come, first served basis until funds are exhausted. Each customer can claim up to $125 in combined rebates for dining and entertainment experiences. You can submit your claim at

www.vic.gov.au/victorian-dining-and-entertainment-program with your proof of purchase or tax invoice, and personal bank account details. The program encourages people to seek out our world-class entertainment experiences. It will help boost consumer confidence and support the entertainment industry’s recovery.

Council adopts updated roadside conservation management plan THE importance of conserving roadside biodiversity has again been recognised by Rural City of Wangaratta with an updated roadside conservation management plan being adopted at the March council meeting. Mayor Dean Rees said the plan aims to provide a balanced approach to the protection and sustainable management of environmental and cultural heritage values on roadsides in the rural city, while meeting key functional, legislative and fire prevention requirements. “Many roadsides support important biodiversity values because they retain remnants of native vegetation and wildlife habitats that were once widespread throughout the landscape,” he said. “Roadsides often provide the only habitat connections to other native vegetation remnants in heavily cleared rural landscapes. “In some parts of the rural city roadside vegetation represents the only remaining habitat for specific Indigenous plant and animal species and without roadside habitats these species would be locally extinct.” Council director of development services, Stephen Swart, said the plan updates legislation and conservation knowledge and sets out relevant legislation, required permits and procedures to help council staff, government agencies, community groups and private landholders to meet responsibilities during roadside activity. “Extensive community and stakeholder engagement has been central to the development of this updated plan to ensure it is locally relevant, practical and addresses the range of values and threats associated with road reserves in the Rural City of Wangaratta,” he said. The plan is available on council’s website.

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WHAT’S ON AROUND THE REGION

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THE Bright Rotary Club Easter Market will be held in the open air on Saturday in the Pioneer Park Oaks Lawn area in Bright from 9am to 4pm. The monster markets offer something for everyone with food, homemade items, craft, skincare, clothing, and plenty more and entry is free.

THE Yackandandah Lions Club market will be open in Wellsford Street on Sunday from 9am until 1pm. Shop for regional produce and products from olives, hand crafted soaps and candles, wines, plants, clothing, jewellery and more. There will also be a Lions Club sausage sizzle and all are welcome.

Yarrawonga community market THE Yarrawonga Mulwala Rotary Club will hold a massive community market on Easter Sunday from 8am until 12pm. The community market is an opportunity for over 100 stall holders to sell their wares, and for residents and visitors to pick up a bargain or just have an enjoyable day out. A barbecue will be available and gunds raised go to the club’s community service and charity projects.

Gold Battery open day THE Gold Battery committee in Rutherglen will hold an open day on Saturday from 9.30am until 2.30pm. The event is a fundraiser to keep the iconic old Gold Battery open and maintained. There will be morning tea for a small donation, a small plant sale and an automated visual display deck, open on Battery Road in Rutherglen.

EASTER ENTERTAINMENT: The spectacular street parade makes its return to the Beechworth Golden Horseshoes festival this year. PHOTO: Beechworth Golden Horseshoes

Golden horseshoes returns to Beechworth THIS year’s Golden Horseshoes Festival over the Easter long weekend is shaping up to be one of the biggest in years, with a full street parade returning to delight spectators. The fun run has also made a big comeback and the Beechworth Rotary Club is a holding its popular Easter market at Queen Victoria Park. Beechworth Football and Netball Club is excited to bring back the town’s fun run as part of the festival on Easter Saturday for the first time in three years.

The event will kick off at 9am from the football ground with cash and spot prizes, egg and bacon rolls and coffee there too. Beechworth Rotary Club’s Easter market will be held in Queen Victoria Park on Easter Saturday and Sunday offering something for everyone from around 85 stalls. Funds raised by the market will help rotary support local projects including the pontoon on Lake Sambell, as well as a number of others initiatives. The Golden Horseshoes main event will be on Saturday

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Rutherglen rumble on Sunday ENJOY a fun, family event when the Rutherglen Rumble is held on Sunday from 10am until 5pm. Run by Caffeine N Machine and the Rutherglen Lions Club with other sponsors, the event is a fundraiser to help the recent Rutherglen flood victims, many of whom have lost everything. Bring your car, bike, 4x4 and truck with food stalls and vendors, prizes to be won and registration enquiries can be made by contacting the Rutherglen Lions Club.

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WHAT’S ON AROUND THE RURAL CITY

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ENJOY a traditional Good Friday family fundraiser at the Boorhaman Hotel tomorrow from 3pm until late. There will be a jumping castle, face painting, chook races, raffles and more, with fish and chips available from 5pm until 6.30pm and a massive auction to start at 7pm. A courtesy bus is available departing from the Big W carpark in Wangaratta at 2.30pm with more information by visiting the pub on Facebook.

RESIDENT artists at the Art Gallery on Ovens in the laneway off Murphy Street are holding a joint exhibition of their work at the non-profit community gallery. The event gives the public the opportunity to see works by all 12 artists showcasing their unique and individual styles. A Residents’ Collection is open Monday, Thursday and Friday from 10am until 4pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10am until 2pm and entry is free.

Moyhu Easter market ENJOY Easter entertainment at the next Moyhu Country Market which will be held at the Lions Park on Saturday, April 16. There will be a traditional Easter bonnet parade at 10.30am and also a children’s Easter scavenger hunt. Browse a wide range of stalls with refreshments available including egg and bacon rolls and freshly brewed coffee from 8am until 12pm.

King Valley wineries open WITH an influx of visitors expected in the King Valley over the Easter break, more than a dozen cellar doors will be open and offering a range of food, wine and live entertainment. While most are closed on Good Friday, there are casual and seated wine tastings, sweet and savoury dishes on special Easter menus and bookings are encouraged where possible. To find out more visit www.winesofthekingvalley.com.au or individual winery websites.

OUTDOOR CELEBRATION: Join the Brown family for a fun, family Easter of food, wine and special entertainment at the Milawa winery this weekend.

Easter fun for all at Brown Brothers this weekend ENJOY two big days of family-friendly fun when Brown Brothers holds its popular Easter family festival this Saturday and Sunday at the Milawa winery. It will be a vibrant celebration of all things food and wine, with food stalls and pop-up bars, live music and entertainment plus engaging and interactive kids’ activities throughout the day. Families can throw down a rug and make themselves comfortable on the lawn before setting off to browse the food stalls for something delicious to eat and drink.

Kids will have the chance to encounter unique animals from around Australia courtesy of Wildlife Xposure, play a variety of lawn games and on Saturday, take part in Bluearth activities. One of the highlights will be a visit from the Easter Bunny who has promised to call in during his visit to the region. Live acoustic music will be provided in the grounds from Luke Dewing Duo and Liv Cartledge with roving entertainer Margarita Enchilada performing hysterical comedy and dazzling circus tricks throughout the festival.

The Easter Family Weekend runs on both days from 10am until 5pm and tickets are $20 per person per day (children $5 per child per day) and they must be pre-purchased online at www.brownbrothers.com. au. Proof of double vaccination is required on entry with BYO chairs and picnic blankets recommended (no BYO food or drink). Each ticket includes a GoVino wine tumbler to take home (for each adult), access to complimentary wine tastings and free kids’ activities all day.

Artist’s Society Easter exhibition THE Lions Club of Wangaratta is presenting the Wangaratta Artist’s Society annual Easter exhibition of unframed art at The Studio in Batchelor’s Green this weekend. See a wide variety of artwork from members who meet, create and take part in workshops at the centre. It will be open from 10am until 4pm and entry is free until April 20.

Bishop Clarence to visit King Valley EASTER church services in the King Valley are at All Saints Anglican Church in Byrne Street, Moyhu on Easter Sunday at 9.30am, and at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Whitfield on Easter Sunday, April 17 at 11am. Bishop Clarence will spend the morning in the valley and lead the services with all welcome to attend.

Call goes out for new wave of Rural City of Wangaratta Job Coaches There’s a new employment services provider coming to town, aiming to transform the lives of Rural City of Wangaratta residents, and they’re looking for readers of the Wangaratta Chronicle to join them. Asuria has been helping people to reach their job and career goals for over 25 years, and from July, they’re going to be bringing their expertise to job seekers in Rural city of Wangaratta, Beechworth, Myrtleford & Bright. To make that happen, they’re opening up their doors to people interested in taking up new roles as Job Coaches/ Mentors, and support staff - helping people to find and stay in work that matters. Job applicants don’t even need to have any experience to get started in the employment services industry,

with training provided to help them become part of a new wave of first-class Job Coaches. What makes a successful Asuria Job Coach/Mentor is a combination of empathy, the ability to build relationships, a commitment to excellent customer service, and everyday office skills, with things like Microsoft Office, Word, or Excel. More than anything though, Asuria is looking for people with a passion for helping others. In exchange, the company promises ongoing support for its staff, combined with job security and the ability to reach their job and career dreams by helping others to reach theirs. Cynthia Jennings, a Community Engagement Officer, says of her experience with Asuria: “At Asuria we’re all

a part of something which we call Enterprising Heart, which really sums up what it’s like to be part of the company. “One of the things I love most about the role is the teamwork, the supportive environment, and the culture that everyone helps to create. To know that we’ve all got each other’s back is one of the things that makes this such a special team to be a part of.” When it comes to what being an Asuria Job Coach/Mentor, or Community Engagement Officer is all about, Cynthia says: “The way I help participants discover their dream roles is by really sitting down and getting to know them, building a rapport with them, and establishing trust and understanding. “As Job Coaches, when we’re able to do that and really get to the heart of who people are, what they’re inter-

ested in, and what they love to do, that’s when we get to make a real difference in people’s lives.” On what people in The Rural City of Wangaratta and surrounding areas can get out of a career with Asuria, Cynthia says: “You’ll know when you’ve found your dream job, when you’re able to have fun with your team, when you feel that support behind you, and when you turn up every day wanting to put your best foot forward for the people you’re there to help. I’m very lucky because I’ve been able to find that with Asuria.” Job opportunities with Asuria are open now. So if you’re interested in seeing if you have what it takes to be an Asurian, helping the people in your community to find and stay in work that matters, visit Asuria Community Engagement Officer, Cynthia Jennings www.asuria.com.au/careers.

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Keep an ear out for the Striated Thornbill By IAN DAVIDSON and CHRIS TZAROS THE Striated Thornbill is another one of those little brown birds that bird observers often have difficulty identifying. They are typically found in small flocks actively moving through the outer foliage of eucalypts in forests and woodlands in our region. The Striated Thornbill maintains contact with other members of its flock by continually uttering quiet ‘tiziztiziz’, insect-like calls. They often occur as a part of mixed-species feeding-flocks in the treetops, usually joining with other species of thornbills, but also occasionally other small insectivorous species, such as sittellas, warblers, treecreepers, whistlers and robins may accompany them. They feed mainly by collecting insects from the foliage. Striated Thornbills feed mainly by collecting insects from the foliage, but may sometimes eat seeds, nectar or fruit. They mainly feed in trees,

but may feed on the ground at times. The Striated Thornbill is an attractive medium-sized thornbill with greenish upperparts, an orange-brown cap, streaked distinctively with white and off-white to cream underparts, heavily streaked on chin, throat and breast. The sexes are similar and young birds are only slightly different to adults, with less streaking on the underside. They can be mistaken for the Brown Thornbill which tends to forage more in the lower canopy and undergrowth and have a much stronger call. They are found only in south-eastern Australia and their preferred habitat are open forests and woodlands, mainly dominated by eucalypts, with a well-developed understorey. Sometimes seen in parks and gardens, they prefer areas that have some larger trees. They may be common in

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LOCAL pharmacist and pharmacist immuniser Kim Ching says local people who work around or are exposed to pigs, or whose occupation means they are exposed to mosquitos, should consider whether they would benefit from the of Japanese encephalitis (JE) vaccine. It comes in the wake of advice from the Department of Health that people residing in or visiting Murray regions including Wangaratta need to be aware of the risk of JE virus and take steps to significantly limit their exposure to mosquitoes. JE virus is spread to humans through mosquito bites and may cause a rare and potentially life-threatening infection of the brain. While most infections are asymptomatic, a small number with severe infection (less than one per cent) may go on to develop encephalitis. There are now nine con-

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tion, including pest control workers, should also be aware of JE. She said a wetter than average summer and warmer weather conditions had led to greater numbers of mosquito being detected. “Until the weather changes and winter weather kicks in, we all need to be mindful of using preventative measures to avoid getting bitten, such as using repellent,” she said. Anyone wanting to make enquiries about the JE vaccine is advised to make an appointment with their health care professional, including the South Wangaratta Medical Centre, which has it in stock. After a consultation with a GP, they can be assessed for their eligibility and suitability to receive it. Ms Ching said if the person is suitable for the vaccine, they can also have their influenza and COVID-19 at the same time if they choose to, with no adverse effects.

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LEARNING JOURNEY: St Bernard’s Primary School students including Corinne Forster and Charli and Holly Rees (pictured) recently took part in a learning day at Mokoan (the local indigenous name for Winton Wetlands). The students participated in a Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony with Yorta Yorta elder Nikki James. They also heard from La Trobe University scientists, who shared their knowledge about the long-necked turtle, which is the totem of the Yorta Yorta people. Students will share this learning, about indigenous culture and about the diet and habitat of the long-necked turtle, on their return to school as they prepare to design an Indigenous garden at St Bernard’s.

Blokes Time Out proving popular By SIMONE KERWIN A MONTHLY opportunity for local men to get together for a chat over dinner, a barbie or even a game of pool is among the activities being supported by the Wangaratta Grit and Resilience Program. Organiser Tim Webster said Blokes Time Out had been operating for about six months, and had proved successful in offering a wide demographic of local men a new social connection. “The number attending varies from three or four to sometimes about 15, and the youngest attending is probably aged in their mid-20s, up to the oldest in their 70s; it’s really good to have that mix of ages,” he said. Tim said he had felt for some time that such a group would work well in the Rural City of Wangaratta.

“Often, blokes don’t like getting on the phone for a chat, but the chance to meet once a month can be a great chance to catch up with people in relaxed surrounds,” he said. “Word of mouth has seen numbers grow, and the support through Grit and Resilience has helped too; it’s really building momentum.” The group, which will meet next on Saturday, April 23 for a barbecue in Apex Park, gathers on the third weekend of each month. Attendance is open to anyone aged 18 and over, and interest can be registered by emailing gritandresilience@ wangaratta.vic.gov.au. The four-year Grit and Resilience Program, set to continue through to June, 2023, is supported by $1.2 million in Federal Government funding.

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Vic Hume manager regulatory operations Andrew Dean. “Our officers will be visiting as many sites as possible, from rivers, to camping grounds and popular hiking trails, to ensure people are following regulations and obeying the rules while enjoying our forests,” he said. “An unattended campfire can become a bushfire in a matter of minutes - even in the cooler Autumn climate, embers can spark and start a fire that spreads quickly in the bush, putting people and the environment at risk. “All campfires must never be left unattended and need to be extinguished with water, not soil, as fires can still

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Tin rattlers back on the street By MARTIN DAVIS CFA volunteers will be out and about across the Alpine Shire rattling tins to raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal tomorrow. Local appeal volunteer Brett Mitchie said CFA members will be rattling cans seeking public donations along Ireland Street in Bright, with further donation tins in caravan parks across Bright, Wandiligong, Porepunkah and Harrietville. “We will have a team of 15 members going to the caravan parks and the Bright Clocktower,” he said. “We are hoping to raise a similar amount to that of previous years... around $13,000.

“By doing this we are able to give back to the children’s hospital and it gives you a really good feeling as you are helping others. Myrtleford CFA captain Gloria Pizzolitto said the group is looking forward to being able to go back out onto the streets to raise funds for the Good Friday Appeal. “This year we are trying to get as many people involved especially kids, as it’s always a fun day for the kids but also for the adults that are involved,” she said. “We will be having trucks going down the streets in Myrtleford with some smaller runs to the neighbouring areas but we just looking forward to be able to get out and raise money for sick kids.”

RAISING MONEY FOR THE KIDS: Myrtleford CFA captain Gloria Pizzolitto (left) and Good Friday Appeal manager for Myrtleford and surrounds Karen Jones (right) are looking forward to get back on the streets collecting today. PHOTO: Martin Davis

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A WHOPPING $17.8m in capital works is proposed in Alpine Shire Council’s draft budget for 2022/23. The draft budget, which councillors discussed last week and have put out for public exhibition, also proposes to raise total rate revenue by 1.75 per cent, in line with the Fair Go Rates System established by the Victorian Government to ease the cost of living. The budget includes a projected surplus of $8.11 million. Almost $9 million in gov-

ernment funding will help pay for the proposed $17.8m capital works program to deliver significant upgrades to various buildings and roads across the alpine region. Major capital works projects include:  Dinner Plain Activation ($1.45m);  Dargo High Plains Road Upgrade ($2.25m);  Landfill Rehabilitation ($2.2m);  Annual Road Renewal Program ($1.5m);  Detailed Design of the

Ablett Pavilion Upgrade;  Myrtleford Splashpark;  Myrtleford Savoy Soccer Club Upgrade;  Harrietville Tronoh Dredge Hole Precinct;  Tawonga Memorial Hall Upgrade, and  Concept designs for the Mountain View Children’s Centre will be carried out. Further supporting council’s commitment to climate change mitigation and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, a number of key projects will be delivered to

improve the efficiency and environmental impacts of council infrastructure. These vital projects include:  Mount Beauty Stadium Renewable Energy Upgrade ($200,000);  Bright Office Electric Vehicle Charging station installation ($61,000);  Energy Efficient Streetlight Upgrade ($500,000);  Climate action initiatives to deliver net zero corporate carbon emissions by July 2023; and

 prepare for the roll out of the kerbside collection service for food organics and green organics (FOGO). Alpine Shire Mayor Sarah Nicholas encouraged community members to read the draft budget and make a submission if they would like to see changes or additions “This budget reflects the ambitious Council Plan 2021-2025 and must serve the needs of our community, so the public exhibition stage is vital to ensuring we get it right,” she said.

Cr Nicholas said the budget strikes the balance between recovery, financial responsibility and future growth. “The past few years have been difficult for everyone it has been hard to plan for the future during uncertain times,” she said. “As we move closer to COVID normal, we can start to broaden our horizons and plan for more freedom and prosperity. “This budget captures much of the optimism we’re feeling now, while remaining financially responsible.”

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BRIGHT residents are set to see a larger police presence on local roads with the resurrection of Operation Early Bird. Local officers will increase their regularity and volume of patrols after complaints from locals of speeding along Delaney Avenue and Gavan Street. Senior Sergeant Doug Incoll said Bright police will be out in force to limit the risk to the community. “We will be mounting this operation to address this issue, especially for early morning workers such as tradies,” he said. “We ask people regardless of the time of day, to respect the speed limit they are in to ensure everyone in the community is safe.” The operation will run as necessary from Monday, April 11.

THE Myrtleford Visitor Information Centre (VIC) will relocate from its current location within the Alpine Gate Café building, further up the road to the currently idle Myrtleford Memorial Hall, within months. Alpine Shire councillors endorsed the move last week, hearing that the VIC could move into the unused hall at 38 Great Alpine Road sometime after June 30, when restorative works on the building are set to be completed. Council cited a raft of reasons the proposed move would be beneficial, which included more parking spaces in the areas surrounding the site, financial savings, and greater control on operating hours. In order for the VIC to retain Victorian Tourism Industry accreditation, the centre needs to operate for a minimum of six hours per day, which was difficult to ensure when council was merely acting as a tenant in the café building. Speaking at the council meeting, Cr Ron Janas said it would be fantastic to see the hall in use once again after a decade of inactivity. “This building, it needs something happening with it, it’s been vacant for so long, it’s an iconic building within Myrtleford,” he said.

Police investigate car stolen in Myrtleford NEW PURPOSE: The Myrtleford Memorial Hall is being renovated and will be the new Myrtleford Visitor Information Centre from mid-year. PHOTO: Martin Davis “This is a real positive step to get that building back to some functionality – like anything, if it’s not used and maintained properly, it’ll just deteriorate, and we just don’t want to keep throwing money at it because it’s deteriorating without getting some return from it.” Cr Katarina Hughes said the dedicated volunteers, who support the move, would help elevate the already established building. Cr John Forsyth praised the move, but called for increased signage for parking, which the

shire is looking into. Mayor Sarah Nicholas said it will be wonderful to see the VIC relocate to the hall, which was built in 1925 as a monument to WWI personnel. “What better place to welcome our visitors than this beautiful, central hall, that encapsulates so much of the story that makes our region unique,” she said. Council has said the hall’s ageing timber floor has been repaired, the electrical switchboard will be upgraded and heating and cooling installed.

Two internal meeting rooms will be added and available for community use, providing a valuable gathering space. Cr Nicholas said an accessible entry and toilets, along with a kitchen and storage will be added to the current auditorium area, leaving ample space for groups and community gatherings. “The refurbishment is not simply internal - the outside area will be landscaped to create an accessible, attractive space with outdoor seating, gardens and ramp,” she said.

MYRTLEFORD police are currently investigating the theft of a blue 2005 Holden Commodore from a house on Mummery Road last Sunday, April 10. Sergeant Dominica Hunkin of Myrtleford police said the incident occurred between 2pm and 6.30pm. “By what we have seen, it looks like the person has broken into the Mummery Road property and has taken the keys from the kitchen table before taking off with the car,” Sgt Hunkin said. Police are urging anyone who can assist with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1300 333 000 or call Myrtleford police 5752 1003.

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MP calls for action on historic carriage collection relocation LIBERAL MP for Benambra Bill Tilley has entered the debate over the relocation of the historic Beechworth Carriage Collection saying the current impasse must be resolved. Mr Tilley was following up on Indigo Shire Council and the National Trust’s (Victoria) reasons for ruling out using the refurbished railway goods shed as a new location for the historic carriage collection currently housed by Bilson’s Brewery. “This collection is priceless and another element to the living history within Beechworth,” he said. “What I’m hearing is that the historical society were offered a shed in the industrial estate - that’s not good enough.” Mr Tilley said the carriage collection should be a vibrant tourist attraction for the region, not just Beechworth. “The question is what is the impasse?,” he said. “The council wants paying tenants for a building that has been vacant for years and something that is complementary to the precinct. “Well, this site was a transport hub, a heritage site and here we could have a magnificent carriage collection from the colonial past that might act as a catalyst to attracting a café or other tourist businesses. “Surely something as significant as this collection should have a home within the historic Beechworth precinct.” Indigo Shire Council said last week it would continue to look for a commercial tenant, which is was required to do by the terms of the funding arrangement, and the National Trust (Victoria) said it would continue to seek community input on any new site.

NEW HOME NEEDED: An historic hearse which is part of the Beechworth Carriage Collection. PHOTO: Coral Cooksley

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Groups helping flood ravaged Lismore people By CORAL COOKSLEY BIG hearts have created busy hands with working bees well underway between a group of Boomerang Bag organisations in the North East to help flood affected people in Lismore. As a combined effort, volunteers from Albury-Wodonga, Beechworth, Corowa, Kiewa/Tangambalanga, Tallangatta and Wangaratta will stitch 500 cloth bags for toiletries to go to people in need in the flood affected areas. Among donations to purchase items have been from Fletchers Supplies in Wangaratta, and the Melbourne Sikh community with a $1000 donation from the Corowa Boomerang Bags. Items include razors, shampoo, conditioner, soap, face washers, toothpaste, toothbrushes and bamboo or recycled plastic combs. Beechworth Boomerang Bags volunteer Anne Wilson said Sikh community members will take the bags to Lismore. “We hope to have the project completed in two weeks time,” she said. “The group is also looking for additional donations to buy more toothbrushes and toothpaste.” A donation bucket will be at the Lions sausage sizzle being held outside the RSL Club in Ford Street on Easter Saturday for toiletry bag items. Donations can be also be made by contacting the local Boomerang Bag group by email at beechworthboomerangbags@gmail com.

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What’s happening around Whorouly By JENNIFER GARRETT, Whorouly Newsletter Editor Auskick starting in Whorouly WHOROULY Lions AFL Auskick will commence on Saturday, May 14 at the Whorouly football oval. Kinder and primary school kids are welcome every Saturday from 9am to 10am. Kids are asked to wear running shoes or football boots, and bring a hat and water. To register go to auskick. com.au or for more information contact Luke on 0402 575 739 or Monique on 0430 214 554.

shrubs etc. that are within the grounds. The park can be traced back to the original purchase of 40 acres of land in 1919. The committee has an extensive list, but if you have some information you can contact Ruth Costenaro (0400 622 386).

Wet March for Whorouly WHOROULY’S total rainfall for March was 94.4mm, with the biggest one-day fall being 31.2mm on March 2. March’s hottest day was 32.3°C on the 23rd and the coldest days were on the 10th and 11th when the temperature dipped to 7.2°C. The wind hit an impressive 31km/h on March 5.

Whorouly CWA mourns Doris’s death THE Whorouly CWA branch acknowledged the passing of one of its longest serving members, Doris Boyd, who joined the branch as a 21-yearold and was a continuous member for 75 years. Doris May Boyd (Kneebone) was born on January 20, 1926 and passed away peacefully at Alpine Health Myrtleford on March 21. She was the loved and loving wife of Robert Boyd and Len Kneebone (dec). As a CWA member she served in various committee positions and was a loyal, supportive and valued member who will be sadly missed.

Can you help with history? WHOROULY Memorial Park committee is in the process of compiling a Memorial Park history and are listing all the plaques/memorials/ monuments/gates/trees/

Want to join Inner Wheel? INNER Wheel Whorouly will hold its next meeting on Thursday, april 21. If you would like to join contact Sherren on 0437 668 696.

LEARNING ABOUT BIRDS: Many Alpine Shire locals attended the ‘Birding up your Backyard’ event at Whorouly East. PHOTO: Glenda Janas

Gardeners learn how to discourage ‘bullies’ By MARTIN DAVIS FIFTY keen gardeners from across the Alpine Shire attended Myrtleford & District Landcare and Sustainability Group’s ‘Birding up your Backyard’ event in Whorouly East on Saturday, April 2. The event sought to increase community awareness of the problem of the Indian Myna bird within the Alpine area while creating a biodiverse

habitat to increase the native birds into local gardens. Myrtleford & District Landcare secretary Glenda Janas said it was great to have people out at the event learning about how they can protect native species from these ‘bully’ birds. “The discussions around creating these habitats were quite positive with people learning about what different plants are able to offer the various

bird species taking into consideration the height, density and food source of each plant,” she said. “Consideration was also paid to bushfire awareness, especially when planting close to buildings.” Myrtleford Landcare would like to thank everyone who came to event and also the speakers Sue Brunskill, Sally McDonald and Gayle South who imparted their valuable knowledge onto all the guests.

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Lifestyle, comfort and space THIS custom-built home was constructed with an emphasis on space, lifestyle, comfort, and functionality for family living. Located within the desirable Oxley township on 3937m2 providing the opportunity for country living within 10 kms to Wangaratta. The custom kitchen designed with island bench breakfast bar, 900mm stainless cooking, dishwasher, stone benches along with additional butlers pantry with sink and storage to satisfy. Open plan kitchen, living and dining while two additional living areas providing space for everyone. With four bedrooms with three bathrooms, this home offers a master suite

with a spacious walk-in robe and the ensuite features floor to ceiling tiles and walk in shower. Cleverly designed, the second bedroom features its own ensuite while guest rooms three and four share the main bathroom and powder room. All bedrooms containing walk-in robes. Maximizing natural light, with a seamless flow from indoor to outdoor living. The alfresco creates the ideal space for entertaining whilst overlooking the gorgeous 11m X 4m in-ground pool. Maintaining comfort within the home is made easy with ducted refrigerated heating and cooling along with wood burning heater. Car accommodation consists of dou-

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ble garage with internal access along with additional bike storage and mudroom/storage. Shedding is complete with power, concrete floor and three roller doors, personal access door and measures approximately 6m X 18m. This list of features continue that further enhance this property, bore, solar system consisting of 26 panels, irrigation to gardens, landscaping, and fully secure yard. This brick veneer home is less than four years old and ready for new owners to start enjoying. Located with only a short walk to the King River Café and Oxley Pantry and on the gateway to the King Valley.

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1 Kirby Street, Thoona • 3 bedroom Hardyplank home • Open plan style kitchen & living area • Enclosed garage plus open machine/ storage shed • Situated on 1.22Ha (approx.) • Conveniently located approx. 30km from Wangaratta

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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

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• 3 bedroom partially renovated weatherboard home • Split system heating & cooling plus ceiling fans • Spacious rear yard & large shed with concrete ﬂoor • Add your ﬁnishing touches • Set on 553m2 approx.

• 3 bedroom home located close to local schools & shops • WIR & ensuite to master bedroom • Renovated kitchen & bathrooms • Split system heating & cooling plus gas heating & evaporative cooling • Low maintenance gardens & undercover alfresco area • Secure tenant until September 2022

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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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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■ STILL PLENTY TO OFFER: The new Mitsubishi Outlander has run into a snag but will that put off bids for the popular SUV?

Stop-start Outlander still something to aspire to WITH pandemic, war and bad weather chipping away at our lifestyles, automobile manufacturers, with their reliance on semi-conductors, have suffered more than most industries. Mitsubishi is no exception and with shrinking supplies of tech equipment for its best-selling Outlander SUV, and increasing material, manufacturing and logistic costs, has reduced variants’ standard specification for a 22.5 model year. For example, with the mid-range Aspire model (the test vehicle) has a full digital driver display, has gone back to the seven-inch multi-information display, replacing the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, the maker says, to optimise production and minimise supply delays. However, there is still much to mention about the popular 22MY Aspire AWD, which sells for $43,990, plus on-road costs. Mitsubishi is the first to admit the new Outlander is a five-plus-twoseater rather than a sevenseater and has been quick to use this as a selling point. The Outlander also recently gained top marks for adult and child occupant safety, safety assist systems and pedestrian and cyclist protection in the independ-

By DEREK OGDEN ent ANCAP 2022 testing protocols, thus earning a top five-star rating. All Outlanders are covered by Mitsubishi’s ten-year 200,000-kilometre warranty and capped price servicing, with all scheduled services done through the authorised Mitsubishi Motors Dealer Network. Otherwise, it’s a five-year / 100,000km one. STYLING The new Outlander shares a chassis with the new Nissan X-Trail, which is some way off, and according to Mitsubishi, continues the tradition of an authentic SUV with a bold and distinctive exterior, including ‘muscular fenders and chiseled lines of the next generation Dynamic Shield grille’. Designers have done a real job on the front end, with dominant squiggles of chrome descending from bonnet to bumper bracketing automatic levelling headlamps with adaptive driving beam, and incorporating daytime running lights. This feature, to my mind, can either add to, or detract from the look of the vehicle, depending on the body colour behind it. Too flashy, it is not totally to my taste. However, the 20-inch alloy wheels

with two-tone finish do complement the total set-up. INTERIOR Comfort and convenience are to the fore with the newly crafted cabin clothed in classy materials, including Microsuede/synthetic leather seat trim, leather steering wheel and gearshift knob and power driver’s seat with lumbar support. As mentioned above, the new Outlander is a fiveplus-two-seater rather than a seven-seater, with the third row having limited leg, head and toe room, plus upright backrest and is best suited to small kids. Headrests can be stored in an underfloor cubby and there’s also a space-saver spare wheel underneath the rear of the vehicle. As for cargo, the maker quotes 163 litres with the third row in place, 478 litres with the third row folded, and 1473 litres with the second and third rows folded. INFOTAINMENT All 2022 Outlanders feature more technology and connectivity than previously, with wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto now standard. Instrument layout and controls have been simplified in line with modern design. Sadly, as stated above a

planned 12.3-inch full colour digital instrument cluster has been abandoned in favour of the 7-inch colour multi-information display due to supply constraints. There is a 10.8-inch fullcolour windscreen head-up display as standard on the Aspire models and above, and wireless smartphone charger. ENGINES / TRANSMISSIONS A newly developed 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, delivering 135 kW of power at 6000 rpm and 245 Nm of torque at 3600 rpm, is mated with a continuously variable automatic transmission. Sport mode with eight preset gear ratios is available via steering wheel-mounted paddle shifts. SAFETY All new Outlanders have earned a top ﬁve-star ANCP safety rating on the latest 2022 tests. They already enjoyed a comprehensive set of active safety measures, including predictive forward collision mitigation with pedestrian detection, driver attention alert, land change assist, emergency stop signal and emergency brake assist. In addition, all Outlanders have hill start assist and hill

descent control, active stability control, trailer stability assist, traction control, anti-lock braking, electronic brakeforce distribution and brake override. DRIVING The new Outlander may have run into tough going but there’s no lack of new tech and equipment for Mitsubishi’s popular SUV. An upgraded powerplant ensures smooth going without any ﬁreworks, after all it is only a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder unit taking on more than 1700kg of metal. Generally, driving dynamics are adequate. At hand is a new drive-bywire transmission with new CVT logic, delivering a more direct shift pattern under large throttle inputs, while retaining smooth cruising and fuel efficiency of the CVT. Mitsubishi’s motorsportdeveloped Super All-Wheel Control all-wheel drive system serves up six drive modes - sport, gravel, snow, mud, eco and normal (default) - that adjusts the 4WD system to suit the going. This re-engineered system includes active yaw control with rear-wheel brake control to independently act on all four wheels and a new hydraulic direct coupling device for faster all-wheel response.

SUMMARY Despite the shortfall in technical upgrades, the Mitsubishi Outlander still has plenty for the discerning mid-size SUV buyer to Aspire to, not least the seven-seat capacity and extensive warranty plan.

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE OUTLANDER ES 5-SEAT 2WD: $34,490 OUTLANDER ES 7-SEAT 2WD: $35,490 OUTLANDER ES 5-SEAT 4WD: $36,990 OUTLANDER LS 7-SEAT 2WD: $37,990 OUTLANDER LS 7-SEAT 4WD: $40,490 OUTLANDER ASPIRE 7-SEAT 2WD: $41,490 OUTLANDER ASPIRE 7-SEAT 4WD: $43,990 OUTLANDER EXCEED 7-SEAT 4WD: $48,490 OUTLANDER EXCEED TOURER 7-SEAT 4WD: $50,990 Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Mitsubishi dealer for driveaway prices.

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■ POPULAR: Toyota remained the most popular new car bought in Australia.

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2.6 billion reasons for better fox and cat control RESEARCH published last week in conservational journal Diversity and Distributions has drawn attention to the devastating toll that foxes and cats are having on Australian wildlife. The research coordinated by the Threatened Species Recovery Hub of the Australian Government’s National Environmental Science Program has calculated the total number of mammals, birds and reptiles killed by foxes and cats in Australia each year for the first time. The study was undertaken by a team of 23 scientists from 16 universities and conservation agencies and is underpinned by over 50,000 poo and stomach samples and hundreds of density counts for cats and foxes across the country. The study’s lead author, Charles Darwin University Adjunct Researcher Dr Alyson Stobo-Wilson, said that without a major increase in the amount and effectiveness of cat and fox control in Australia, these predators would continue to take a heavy toll on many species which are often also struggling from other causes like habitat loss.

“Collectively these two predators kill a staggering 2.6 billion animals in Australia each year (more than 7 million animals per day). That number is made up of 697 million reptiles, 510 million birds and 1.4 billion mammals each year,” Dr Stobo-Wilson said. “There are an estimated 1.7 million foxes in Australia. They occur across 80 per cent of the country, being absent from only Tasmania and the monsoonal tropics. Foxes have been recorded killing 350 species of native mammals, reptiles and birds. “We found that fox densities and impacts are highest in temperate southern mainland Australia. In temperate forests they collectively kill at least 1000 animals per square kilometre per year. “Foxes take a heavy toll on forest animals like possums and gliders, and also on larger prey, like kangaroos, wallabies and potoroos. “Cats occur across more than 99 per cent of Australia. There are an estimated 2.1 million feral cats in natural areas in Australia and another 6.6 million cats in urban areas. They have been

ENDANGERED: Birds like this superb fairy-wren are at greater risk of being killed by cats and foxes. PHOTO: Nicolas Rakotopare (lerako.net) Europeans, they have played a major role in the declines and extinctions of many native animals,” Prof Woinarski said. “To be effective management programs need to be highly strategic as numbers of both of these predators can rebound quickly when management is not on-going or is piecemeal across a landscape.

The project’s senior scientist Prof John Woinarski from Charles Darwin University’s Research Institute for the Environment and Livelihoods said that the findings highlight that targeted and integrated management of both foxes and cats is essential to conserving Australian wildlife. “Since foxes and cats were introduced to Australia by

recorded killing over 700 species of native mammals, reptiles and birds. “Cats take a heavy toll on islands and across Australia’s arid central and tropical northern regions. The highest toll by cats is around urban areas where the number of animals killed per square kilometre per year is 5670 killed by feral cats and 13100 by pet cats.”

“We also need to be clever in reducing impacts, not just aim to kill cats and foxes. For example, in tropical savannas, protecting and restoring habitats by better managing fire and reducing grazing pressure can reduce the number and impact of feral cats.” Co-author Professor Trish Fleming, Director of the Centre for Terrestrial Ecosystem Science and Sustainability at Murdoch’s Harry Butler Institute said that the research gives us 2.5 billion reasons to undertake more effective fox and cat control. “While some areas of Australia benefit from broadscale baiting of foxes and similar control measures for cats, most of Australia has no effective management practices in place and so the impacts on biodiversity are likely to be severe, widespread and ongoing. “This research aims to help direct management efforts to areas where the death tolls are greatest and investment in control measure will be most effective.” For more information go to https://onlinelibrary. w i l e y.c o m /d o i / 1 0 . 1 1 1 1 / ddi.13497.

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Public notices

Public notices South Wangaratta Growth Area

New speed restrictions will apply to Eldorado from Friday 22 April 2022.

Council is currently considering the proposed 'South Wangaratta Growth Area Precinct 4 Development Plan' and as part of this process wishes to engage with all members of the community. We invite members of the public to make comment to Council for its consideration during the assessment process.

The 80km buffer zone at the entrance to Eldorado will be reduced to 60km. By order of RCoW

Tarrawingee Community Meeting As part of the Rural Placemaking Project and the Ovens Valley District Plan, Council has been working with the community to design key priority infrastructure projects. A follow up community meeting is being held to provide an update on the key design projects, which include drainage and footpath improvements. Community members will have the opportunity to view the draft designs and be informed of the next steps.

Government Centre Closed

Submissions are invited from anyone affected by the development plan and must be received by close of business on Friday 29 April 2022. More information and plans can be found at https://qrco.de/bcteYO or scan the QR code.

When: Wednesday 27 April at 6pm. Where: Tarrawingee Hall Registrations are encouraged, to register please contact infradmin@wangaratta.vic.gov.au or phone Council on 03 57220888.

Active Wangaratta Grants

Wangaratta Government Centre will be closed from Thursday 14 April and reopen Monday 18 April at 8.30am.

The Active Wangaratta Grants Program has been established to provide financial support to local community sporting clubs, groups and organisations in developing programs, activities, and projects for those who are vulnerable to being disengaged in sport and physical activity

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Submissions close 18 April 2022 These applications can be viewed on Rural City of Wangaratta’s website under Development, Planning, Current Applications. Any person who may be affected by the granting of a permit may object or make a submission (must be in writing). For more information, please contact the Town Planning Unit on 03 5722 0888. More information and plans can be found here https://qrco.de/bctcnC

Positions vacant Rural City of Wangaratta Tourism Events Funding Program

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Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre

The Tourism Events Funding Program supports the growth of events in the region that attract outside visitation providing an economic benefit to the municipality. The program is now taking applications for events taking place from 1 July 2022 to 31 December 2022.

Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre

Wangaratta Sport & Aquatic Centre Expansion Project Tender closes at Thursday 21 April 2022 at 2pm Further details may be obtained by visiting Council’s website

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Event operators must comply with any regulations and restrictions at the time of their proposed event.

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For further information: www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/about-council/careers

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ATT: Commercial Plumbers Cooinda Village Inc. 1-35 Kilfeera Road Benalla Vic 3672 invites tenders from suitably qualified contractors to complete upgrade works to our residential care facility fire water supply system. Works include the installation of a fire water storage tank, associated pumps and booster assembly, fire water supply ring main, hydrants and connection to existing fire suppression systems within the facility. For tender documents and enquiries please contact Daniel Whipps, danielwhipps@cooinda.org.au or 03 5761 3328.

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JOBS AT INDIGO Project Manager – Capital Works • Beechworth Location • Full time, Permanent • $80,534 - $87,959 per annum, plus super

Stormwater Engineer – Capital Works • Beechworth Location • Full time, Permanent • $80,534 - $87,959 per annum, plus super Applications close 4pm Friday, 29 April 2022

Operations Engineer • Beechworth Location • Full time / Permanent • $80,534 - $87,959 per annum, plus super

Transfer Station Attendant • • • •

Beechworth Location Up to 3 months casual Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday 1 - 5pm $36.94 per hour (inc. allowances) per hour + 25% casual loading, plus super

Applications close 4pm Friday, 22 April 2022

Coordinator Planning • Yackandandah Location • Full time, Permanent • $103,964 - $116,850 per annum, plus super Applications close 4pm Monday, 18 April 2022 Visit www.indigoshire.vic.gov.au/jobs to download the position recruitment kits and to view instructions on how to apply.

www.indigoshire.vic.gov.au Phone: 1300 365 003

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SNOW DRIVERS Coach charter operator in NE Victoria seeks full time and casual drivers for the 2022 snow season. x Driving Mt Hotham or Dinner Plain village shuttle buses x Accommodation provided for F/T drivers x Minimum MR license, Driver’s accreditation(Vic), WWC essential x HAA (Hazardous Area Authority) for Mt Hotham preferred. HAA course on offer x Generous wages on offer to the right candidate Please send cover letter and resume with at least 2 current referees to ofﬁce@alpinespirit.com.au

HC Driver WE ARE RECRUITING An exciting full-time opportunity is available to join our team. For more information, please visit our website: www.nesay.com.au to access the position description and find out the details on how to apply.

Reliable HC Driver Required Full Time Mon- Fri Contact Frank 0418 599 347

The successful applicant will have: - Excellent Microsoft Ofﬁce communication skills - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Ofﬁce - Ability to mutli-task and prioritise - Previous legal and administration experience would be an advantage Position description available on request. Above award wages. Applications close at 5pm on Friday, April 22, 2022. Please send your resumes to admin@wangarattalegal.com.au

Make a diﬀerence with a career in aged care Registered Nurses & Carers Needed BENEFITS

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RISK ASSESSMENT & MANAGEMENT PANEL RAMP COORDINATOR Work with a passionate, values based and professional team. Flexible work arrangements. Generous conditions including salary packaging, above award package and professional development. Wangaratta or Wodonga Position. 1 EFT Negotiable (FTE) $92,694 - $96,804 pro rata + Super + Salary Packaging 12 month fixed term position 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.

• Friendly & supportive team

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RAMP’s involve the participation of government and key statutory agencies which respond to and support victims and perpetrators of family violence. Member agencies include Victoria Police, Corrections Victoria, Health, specialist family violence services for victim survivors and children, agencies responsible for protecting and supporting children, mental health services and housing providers.

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Standish Street Surgery Myrtleford We currently have a Permanent Part Time Receptionist Position for 3 days per week, plus rotational Saturday mornings, to join our very busy Team. The successful candidate would need to have experience in Customer Service with Administration skills, and excellent communication and time management skills. Medical Reception experience would be an advantage but not essential, as training is provided. Applications close Wednesday 20th April 2022 and can be forwarded to The Practice Manager, Standish Street Surgery, 105-107 Standish Street, Myrtleford or emailed to kerri.bray@standishstreetsurgery.com.au For further information and a Position Description, please contact Kerri Bray on (03) 5751 9900.

ALPINE MDF INDUSTRIES PTY LTD

Alpine MDF

Business Expansion Offers Exciting New Job Opportunities

The Risk Assessment and Management Panel (RAMP) Coordinator is employed, managed and accountable to CAV as a specialist family violence service provider. The RAMP coordinator will contribute to the effective operation of the RAMP and actively contribute to the sector capacity building in the family violence and broader service system.

A RAMP is a formally convened meeting of a number of key agencies and organisation sat on area level. RAMP’s comprehensively assess the safety of women and children at highest risk from family violence and develop coordinated action plans for member agencies to undertake.

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Join the team at Fletchers Supplies! Fletchers Supplies are looking for a new Sales Representative to service clients within the Wangaratta and the surrounding areas. Fletchers Supplies is a fast-paced, family owned and operated local business distributing cleaning, packaging and hospitality products to a wide range of industries. Responsibilities include: y Actively developing and maintaining client relationships y Seeking and presenting product solutions to clients y Identifying and perusing new business opportunities y Meeting monthly and quarterly sales targets Skills & Experience y Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. y Excellent customer service and communication skills y 'SRƼHIRX ERH [IPP TVIWIRXIH y An interest in sales and achieving goals The offer: y A full-time position, working Monday to Friday (home every night!) y Guaranteed base salary plus a bonus paid on achievable sales targets y % GSQTER] GEV TLSRI ERHɸM4EH JSV FYWMRIWW YWI To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to WLST$ƽIXGLIVWWYTTPMIW GSQ EY *SV QSVI MRJSVQEXMSR GEPP SV ZMWMX YW EX 8SRI 6SEH ;ERKEVEXXE.

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Alpine MDF Industries is a large wood processing facility located at Wangaratta in North East Victoria offering permanent employment for over 140 local people. Alpine’s core business is manufacturing Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) for many uses in the construction, and related, industries and is distributed and sold nationally in Australia. Complimenting the core business, Alpine MDF has established a re-manufacturing business on the same site where core products are reprocessed into specific building products such as pre-painted skirting, architraves, door and window components and decorative wall lining panels. The Company has invested heavily in upgrading the re-manufacturing department in the last 2 years with the construction of over 4,000m2 of new factory and warehouse space. This is to house new state-of-the-art plant and equipment that will double the manufacturing capability in this part of the business. With this project nearing completion in addition to internal staff promotions and movements, Alpine MDF has new and varied job opportunities across its entire site. Alpine MDF’s staff profile is wide and varied and there are jobs available to suit a diverse range of skill sets and capacities. Due to the specialised nature of the machinery and equipment required to manufacture MDF and remanufactured products, the people we are seeking do not require a specific skill set, we will train you. If you would like to be part of the Alpine MDF team, are motivated, reliable and have a willingness to learn new skills and in return would like to receive a generous salary package then you may be the person we are looking for. For further information please send your application and contact details to: Operations Manager brett.forrest@alpinemdf.com.au Alpine MDF Industries Pty Ltd P.O. Box 804 WANGARATTA VIC 3677

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BEREAVEMENT THANKS

The Centre, a not-for-profit adult and community education college is seeking experienced

TRAINERS IN – Civil Construction, Health Service, Individual Support (Aged Care), Education Support, Disability Traineeships, Disability and many more

NISSAN TIIda ST 2009, 1.8l petrol, auto, hatch, one owner, 46,000km, excellent condition, always garaged, 7 months reg (XHW 318), service history, 2 keys, $8990 ono. Ph 0448 313 506.

Wangaratta, Shepparton, Seymour, Wodonga Contract, $60-70k For more information, please visit https://www.thecentre.vic.edu.au/careers/

LABOURERS 2-3 Positions available Required to work in modern precast yard based in Wangaratta Full time position for the right person after trial period

Email: info@precastwang.com.au or Send Resume to Precast Concrete Wangaratta 9 Murrell Street Wangaratta

To Visit Visited EASTER SATURDAY, 8am-1pm, 104 Taminick Gap Road, Wangaratta South. Many sundry household items plus bar fridge, beer fridge, c l o t h e s d r y e r, b e d frames, tools, barbecue, spit and much more!

2012 Jayco Sterling 21ft, toilet, shower, washing machine, queen bed, air conditioning, heating, $48,000 ono. Contact 0417 163 242.

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DEATH NOTICES McCALLUM, Duncan. 30/5/1927 – 11/4/2022 Dearly beloved husband of Nola. Loved father and father-in-law of Glen, Julie and Garry. Pa to Brenton, Rhys, and Tegan and Great Pa to Billy. As a family we mourn for you. A face we love is missing, A voice we love is still, A place is vacant in our hearts, :KLFK QR RQH HOVH FDQ ¿OO

FINN, Lorna June. 28/6/1931 – 28/2/2022 Lorna’s family would sincerely like to thank everyone for their kindness, support, cards, ÀRZHUV DQG DWWHQGDQFH DW KHU IXQHUDO To Mason Park Funerals especially Mark Archer and Vanida O’Brien thank you for your professional, compassionate support in the planning of Lorna’s funeral service. Special thanks to Rosemary Steele for guidance and delivering a beautiful service. 7KDQN \RX WR DOO WKH ZRQGHUIXO VWD൵ DW (VWLD Health Benalla for their kind unwavering support and care of Mum during her last 18 months. Also Dr Price for his medical care over many years and Dr Hollins at Benalla. Please accept this as our personal thanks. ~ Jennifer, Colin, Joanne and families.

GINEVRA, Jean (Agnes Jane). 5/3/1936 - 25/3/2022 Annette, Christina and families would like to express sincere thanks for your thoughts, ﬂowers, cards, calls, messages and funeral attendance, with the sad loss of our Mum, Nan and great Nan. Our thanks to our celebrant, Christine Capewell, and to Mark and staff at Mason Park Funerals for their assistance, compassion and care. Our very special thanks to Dr Lynette Squires, and to Jackie and Kate at Northeast Palliative Care and the team of district nurses, for not only the wonderful care and attention given to Jean in her last few weeks, but also for the concern and guidance given to us as we cared for Mum at home. “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened”.

PANE, Gwenda Lenette (Gwen). Passed away peacefully at St John’s Aged Care on Sunday, April 10, 2022. Aged 73 years. Loving wife of Carmelo (dec). Much loved mother of Rosalba Pane, Angela and Tony Hunkin, Claudia Pane and Jake Ladgrove. Adored Nonna of Michael, Adrian; Joseph, Alessia; and Sylvie. Gwen’s memorial service will be held at 1pm on Friday, April 22, 2022 at North East Funerals, 184 Greta Road, Wangaratta. Private cremation will have preceded the service.

McCONKEY, Lorraine. The family of Lorraine who passed away on March 26, 2022, aged 99 years, would like to thank the following people: Illoura Aged Care for their professional and caring support over 6 years. Rosemary Steele for a great, simple service as Mum requested. Mason Park Funerals for their hassle free, professional attention to detail. Everyone for their kind thoughts, FDUGV DQG ÀRUDO WULEXWHV Please accept our sincere thanks.

BOAK, Garrett. April 13, 2017. Five years of missing you.

~ Loved always Dad, Mum and Isaac.

JONES (Dyer), Lynette Margaret. 13/4/2017 Beautiful memories silently kept, Of one that we loved and will never forget. ~ David, Jan, Lauren, Andrew, Chloé, Chelseá; Jason, Lea and Ivy.

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A Service of Thanksgiving in celebration of the life of Mr Duncan McCallum will be held in the Mason Park Chapel, 95 Mason Street, Wangaratta on Thursday, April 21, 2022 commencing at 10.30am. Burial will follow at the Wangaratta Lawn Cemetery. Duncan’s Funeral Service may be viewed via livestream at www.masonpark.com.au/live-streaming In lieu of ﬂowers, a donation made in memory of Duncan to Guide Dogs Victoria online at https://vic.guidedogs.com.au/ get-involved/donations/ would be appreciated.

JONES (Dyer), Lynette. April 13, 2017. Another year passed (5). Your light continues to shine. Missing you dear ǟ. The winds of love whisper softly, You are very near and dear, We love you forever. Rest in peace Hallelujah. ‘Til we meet again.

~ Love Mum, Dad (dec), David, Jan and family; Rae, Wendy and Geoffery.

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KLEMM, Paul Anthony. 18/4/1972-27/4/2013 Deeply loved, sadly missed. ~ Your loving family.

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The memory of a much loved family member or friend can live on through a donation to your local health service - Northeast Health Wangaratta. Your memorial donation can assist in securing the continued availability of comprehensive health care locally. The bereaved family will be notiﬁed of your memorial gift according to your wishes and you will receive a tax-deductible receipt for your donation. For further information or to make a donation please contact: Community Engagement Team (03) 5722 5069 or PO Box 386, Wangaratta, Vic 3676.

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Cleary can become Penrith’s greatest ever

PENRITH have declared Nathan Cleary can become their greatest ever player after he and father Ivan signed mega extensions at the club until the end of 2027. The Panthers on Wednesday hailed the deals as the most significant at the NRL club in the past decade, while admitting both could have commanded more money elsewhere. The deal means Ivan will coach more than 300 games for the club across his two stints, after becoming their most experienced coach in

Sunday’s win over Canterbury. Nathan had already been signed to the club until the end of of 2024, but his new deal worth more than $1 million per season will likely see him become the club’s most capped player. He will also be on track to become the club’s leading points-scorer during the current deal, while the dual signatures all but assures the defending premiers long remain a title threat. Penrith’s football CEO Matt Cameron would not put

a figure on the number of premierships the pair could win together, but believes the 24-year-old can become the club’s all-time greatest. “I can’t see why not,” Cameron, who also signed Nathan to his first deal as a teen, said. “Part of today is future proofing this club going forward. That’s what we have always tried to do. “He epitomises what we stand for as a development club.” Ivan also backed the calls. “I think (he can be),” the coach said.

“I don’t know who measures that. You just look at the history of this club and there are just so many great players. “Guys like Brandy (Alexander), Royce (Simmons). Those guys are revered in this club. “With this deal Nat is going to rack up a lot of games and I feel like his best is ahead of him.” Negotiations with the pair only began at the start of last month and took less than four weeks to finalise. Penrith are also adamant they will not be the last for either at the Panthers, stating

they planned on extending again well before 2027. They will also be hopeful they are as easy as this time, with Nathan clear he never intended on testing his value. “It wasn’t really that hard of a decision for me ... I’m absolutely blessed to be at this club. I couldn’t picture myself anywhere else,” Nathan said. “It’s definitely home for me. I am getting paid to do something I love.” The deals mean Penrith can turn their eye to their next rounds of recruitment with Liam Martin and Brian To’o,

HEAD MAN: New Australian cricket team coach Andrew McDonald will delegate some short-form tours to assistants.

who each come off contract next year. “(Keeping salary cap in mind) was just probably a frank conversation between Nat and I,” Ivan said. “It’s probably one of the advantages we have. “We’ve just got to try and keep the core of the team together ... Because I feel like we haven’t achieved what we set out to do. “We wanted to become a team that is up there with the best of them, and there is still a long way for us to go to be seen like that.” - AAP

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New CA coach McDonald prioritises workload

NEW Australian men’s cricket coach Andrew McDonald will not hesitate to hand the reins over to assistants during a jam-packed touring schedule. The former allrounder, who played four Tests in 2009, replaced Justin Langer on an interim basis after the Australian great’s messy departure in February. McDonald’s appointment on a four-year deal was confirmed by Cricket Australia on Wednesday.

The Victorian became the red-hot favourite to secure the job full-time after Australia’s recent 1-0 Test series win in Pakistan. He has also received strong public backing from the players, where Australia’s leaders were reluctant to endorse Langer to extend his stay during his last months in the job. With Australia touring less since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, international commit-

ments are set to ramp up. Having just completed the historic tour to Pakistan, Australia will head to Sri Lanka in June, before preparing for their Twenty20 World Cup defence on home soil. Next year’s schedule involves a Test tour of India, an away Ashes series, and an ODI World Cup in India. Despite talk of the coaching roles being split between red and whiteball cricket, McDonald wanted the job for all three formats.

However, he will consider opting out of some white-ball tours to recharge and give other coaches a go in the top job. “The great challenge for coaches and players is to manage your workload across the four years,” McDonald said at the MCG on Wednesday. “I’d like to think I have the coaching staff to step-up, and we can elevate certain coaches at different times to take on different tours and different challenges.

“While doing that it’s only growing the depth of our coaching staff... coaches will get exposed along the journey to help out the workload which is quite significant for a head coach. “Once it was decided that I was the preferred candidate I got a chance to sit down with Cricket Australia and the people around that to shape the role. “It (managing the workload) was a huge part of it, no doubt it.” - AAP

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Action in Oxley table tennis By JUNE UEBERGANG

WITH Victoria having been awarded the hosting of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, and the announcement that many of the games will be staged in regional areas, it will come as no surprise if Oxley is chosen to host the table tennis event - just waiting for the announcement. Seventeen players lined up last Monday night to hone their skills while enjoying all the fun games, and the social atmosphere the weekly competition provides. And by 7.10pm, all four tables were on the go. What Simon (Brown) says, Simon does; and so when Simon said to his partner, Karen Van de Sande, “let’s do it”, they took the game right up to, and almost away from ‘Jack of all trades’ Robb Mollison and Sue McGregor. When complimented on their standard of play, the fellas admitted their school teacher partners, Karen and Sue, taught them to meet and greet the challenge with confidence. Finals scores were not recorded, but it was a very close and entertaining game. In the ‘heavyweight’ game, Glenrowan’s David Waters and a bloke who’s ‘been there and done that’,

COME ONE, COME ALL: Adults and secondary schoolers of all ages and abilities are welcome to join the Oxley social table tennis group, which meets every Monday night at 7pm. Wangaratta keenager Michaels Chamberyon, took on the lad with Commonwealth Games potential, Zac Mullins, and the big hitter from Markwood Richard Morgan. And it was game on from the first ping of the ball. Keeping spectators entertained, both pairs threw everything at each other in desperate attempts to win each point. However, it was the ‘Big M’s’, Mullins and Morgan who finally savoured the sweet taste of success. It was as clear as black and white, that Collingwood supporters Neil

Brock and June Uebergang would stick together when took on father and daughter combo, Adam and Phoebe Bosley. But while the ‘oldies’ met some of the challenges put to them, they became unstuck, hitting too many balls out on the full, resulting in the ‘youngsters’, Adam and Phoebe, winning by a large margin. Numbers man, Chris Kalkulka, was in good form from the word ‘go’, when he and ‘I’ve been everywhere’ Margot Ingwerson, fronted up against Kangaroos man, Graham Stephens, and ‘I’m from Tigerland’ Leone Waters.

And the ensuing battle held spectators’ interest in a marathon game on table one. Ducking and diving for every ball, with neither pair wanting to concede a point, scores remained close as each displayed the necessary determination to take the honours. Who won? Not sure. The ‘roundabout lady’ Alison Stephens and Neil Brock put their best feet forward when they lined up against ‘near neighbours’ Sue McGregor and Simon Brown. Spinning his wheels every which way, Brown played forward, while McGregor covered the backline. And while this tactic paid off many times, Stephens and Brock were victorious, with all agreeing to a rematch next week. Another enjoyable night on the four tables concluded with everyone retiring to the supper room for a wellearned cuppa, and ‘tasties’ while replaying the night’s activities. Adults and secondary schoolers of all ages and abilities are welcome to join this very active group which will come together next Monday night (Easter Monday), beginning at 7pm. Bring your own bat and $2 entry fee - all players must be fully vaccinated.

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Locals head to iconic Stawell Gift BELLA Pasquali, Jack Boulton and Callum Bott will all be in action at the annual Stawell Gift this weekend. Fresh off a national title in the 400m, Pasquali will be a chance to continue her hot streak when she takes her place in the 400m event (20m handicap) at Stawell. Pasquali will also run in the 120m women’s gift given an eight metre handicap, Boulton will run in the country’s richest footrace, the 120m open gift and won’t be without a shot off a 5.25 metre handicap, while Bott will take his place in the u18 boys 100m (7.75m handicap), 100m restricted (6m handicap) and the 400m backmarkers (30m handicap). See race timetable at www.stawellgift.com/onthe-track/race-timetable.

Knights two from two RUGBY

LOCAL STARS: Wangaratta’s Brodie Paul (left) and Charlie Young have been plying their trade for the Albury Wodonga Bandits in the Big V Youth League. The boys had a 61-57 win over Western Port on the weekend. Paul had five points, two rebounds and one assist, while Young finished with 13 points, three rebounds and two assists.

Sporting Schools program to continue THE extension of the Federal Government‘s popular Sporting Schools program will see more children across Indi participate in free sports activities according to Nationals Senator for Victoria, Bridget McKenzie. Senator McKenzie said the Sporting Schools program is the Liberal and Nationals Government‘s largest investment to help Australian kids stay physically active. The $79.6 million extension to the end of 2024 was announced as part of the government‘s $155 million

2022–23 Federal Budget package for sports. In 2021, more than 500,000 students participated in the program each term, with more than two million students taking part in Sporting Schools across the year. "This is a decade–long commitment from the government to ensure children in Indi have the opportunity to be involved in sport, free of charge," Senator McKenzie said. "Sport provides a range of physical, mental and social benefits to

Australians, and we are committed to ensuring children can live active and healthy lives." The program helps schools provide high–quality, inclusive, and diverse sporting activities to primary school students and year seven and eight students. Minister for Sport Richard Colbeck said the extension of the Sporting Schools program would inspire the next generation of kids to play a variety of different sports they may not otherwise consider.

"Sport Australia‘s national AusPlay survey shows that the COVID–19 pandemic has caused a significant decrease in children‘s participation in organised sport," Minister Colbeck said. "This renewed investment will help us bring more schools and sports together to get Aussie children active and build skills in a sport they enjoy." To learn more about Sporting Schools visit www.sportaus.gov.au/ schools/.

ANOTHER big day of rugby games were played at the Knights home ground Glenrowan Recreation Reserve last Sunday. Wangaratta Knights are now two from two after defeating the Bonegilla Gorillas 18/10. Coach Leigh Drage was very happy with the teams continued improvement, commitment and discipline to achieve the win. Best on ground votes were: 3. Poutasi Faaiuaso. 2. Mose Faiilagi. 1. Tom Evans. Even though these players scored votes coach Drage said it was a great team effort. The ladies league tag game was also very entertaining with the game lead changing several times, however, the ladies couldn’t quiet replicate the men’s win. Knights 14 were defeated by Benalla Wolfpack 18. With the signings of up to five new players during the week Knights strength had improved dramatically. Coach in Drage commented that there are bigger and better things heading the Knights way. With everyone getting to training the team will be a side to reckon with. Ladies votes: 3. Sal Kaiwai. 2. Cathy Parker. 1. Adelaide Hambleton. Results from other games: Men’s Wodonga Wombats defeated Corowa 54/6. Ladies CSU Mud Dogs forfeited to Wodonga Storm. Wodonga Wombats were defeated by Corowa 4/6. The Murray Cup faces a league wide bye for Easter before venturing to Corowa the following week.

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Connell claims clay target top spot MARGINS were tight at the top for shooters at the Wangaratta Clay Target Club’s Sporting Clays competition on Sunday, April 10. In both AA grade and A grade, only one target separated first and second place. Further down the order, scores tended to spread a bit more, but the standard of shooting throughout the day was very high, in spite of very changeable weather and a constantly varying sky. Brett Jory continued his good form from last month to once again take out AA Grade, this time with a score of 87/100. Russell Barnes was second to Jory last month and was second to him again this month. Russell managed to improve his score by five targets this time to finish on 86/100, just one shy of the win. Marc Connell and Alan Seccull spend a lot of time shooting together and on Sunday they were never too far apart, literally and on the score board. They shot in the same

SHOOTING STARS: Sporting clays place getters at last Sunday’s event. squad and finished the day separated by only one target. Marc’s impressive 89/100 gave him the A grade win as well as the day’s High Gun award. Alan’s 88/100 secured him second place in A grade. In B grade, Gil Farish gave himself an extra challenge

by using his 20 gauge gun, rather than the otherwise universally used 12 gauge guns. It was certainly no impediment though and Gil took the class win on 85/100. Andrew Jacobs was second in B grade with 81/100. Andrew even managed

25/25 in his final round. C grade went to Tangambalanga dairy farmer Stephen Coulston with 77/100. Stephen has recently returned to competitive shooting after a long break. Second went to Brad Walker, another Tangam local, on 63/100.

Something in the water up there, or is it just the quality of that Kiewa milk? Marion Barnes was top scorer in ladies with 54/100. Top Junior was Matt Motha on 79/100, none the worse for wear after all the hours he’s put in rebuilding the club’s fences.

A very happy Malcolm Hill topped veterans, using his lovely new Caesar Guerini to smack 88/100, including a 25/25 third round. Young Bailey Coulston had a great day out with his dad Stephen, the C grade winner, and scored the club president’s encouragement award. As always, any club is only as good as its volunteers, so a big thank you to Linda Motha in the office and the canteen crew of Anita Klima and Phil Smith. The usual brains trust of Graham Coyle, Anton and Matt Motha, Russell Barnes, Ian Auranaune and Phil Smith put together two interesting and challenging layouts to keep the shooters on their toes. This Saturday, April 16, the club will conduct their first Down the Line (DTL) competition since February last year. That will see the club back into their regular cycle of two competitions each month.

SCOREBOARD JUBILEE GOLF CLUB Thursday, April 7 Stableford Sponsored by Ultimate Hair A Grade Winner: Kay O’Shea 37. B Grade Winner: Pauline Mercer 36 Ball winners: Lyn Male (2) 35, Josie Fitzsimons 35, Chris Boseley 34. NTP: 4th Linda Stone, 8th Bruna McDonald, 13th Josie Fitzsimons, 17th Kay O’Shea. Saturday, April 9: Stroke Winner Chris Boseley 72. Ball winners Kay O’Shea (2) 73, Jackie O’Brien 75. NTP: 4th Kay O’Shea, 8th Ange Mitchell, 13th Di Murphy, 17th Kay O’Shea. Saturday, April 9; Stroke A Grade Winner: Glenn O’Connell 71. Runner Up: Darby West 71. B Grade Winner: Tom Lindsey 69. Runner Up: Bill O’Brien 73. C Grade Winner: Brendan Nolan 71. Runner Up: Attila Kungl 72. D Grade Winner: Michael Lugg 71. Runner Up: Noel Holmes 73. Ball Winners: Dave O’Connor 74, John McKenzie 74, Steve McNaughton 74, John West 74, Col Braden 74, Nigel Cooper 74, Joe Marjanovic 74, Charl DeMink 74, Peter Ford 75, Brian Luxford 75, Phil Ockwell 75, Rodney Sebire 75, Glenn Ryan 75, Alan Sands 75, Michael Cordier 75. Eagle on 9th to Tom Lindsey. Super Nine Club Shirt Kay O’Shea 22 Aroma Deli Jim Moore 22 2 Balls: Rick Harnwell 22 NTP: 4th Bill O’Brien, 8th Mark Dean, 13th Michael Baillie, 16th Ben Waite, 17th Aaron Kungl. Sunday, April 10 Royal Childrens Hospital 4 person ambrose Mens Winners: Zac Hedin, Zac Guilfoyle, Robert Voss, Darren Jones 55.50. Runners Up: Sam Neave, Ash Robbins, Wade Goodwin, Ed Dunstan 56.50. 3rd Place: Graham Ulbrick, Larry Ball, Dean Star, Quentin Cook 57.00. Mixed Winners: Darby West, Harry Guthrie, Joy Hester 55.80. Runners Up: Hayley Kuiper, Ashley Kuiper, Evan Laverty, Xavier

Tracy Loyst 25 - 48. Section: 3 Nancy Reid 48 - 40, Andrea Wearne 44 - 44, Robyn Frezzini 43 - 45, Michael Reid 41 - 4.

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AMBROSE WINNERS: (L-R) Zac Guilfoyle, Darren Jones, Robert Voss and Zac Hedin took out the men’s ambrose at the Jubilee Golf Club. Laverty 56.0. 3rd place: Marilyn Pane, Liz Bannister, Steve McNaughton, Michael Cordier 56.6. Mens NAGA: Captain Mark Dean, Mick Riedy, Peter Evans, Trevor Morris 64.75. Mixed NAGA: Ros White, Alan White, Jackie O’Brien, Bill O’Brien 66.3. NTP: 4th Jack Parrot, 8th Charlie West, 13th Andrew Gillespie, Joy Hester, 17th Ken Beitzel. Monday, April 11 Stableford 11 players Winner: Michael Baillie 36. Ball winners Barry Adams (2) 35, John McKenzie 34, Phil Densten 34. NTP: 4th Michael Baillie, 8th Barry Adams, 13th Spencer Lamb

WANGARATTA GOLF CLUB WOMEN’S Competition April 5 18 Hole Stableford Winner: Glenda Dodson 37 Points. Runner Up: Cheryle Leitl 35 Points. Ball Winners: Carol Coghill 32, Helen Tate 31. NTP: 4th Nora Martin, 9th Cherylee Leitl, 13th Nora Martin, 16th Glenda Dodson. Men’s Competition April 6: 18 Hole Stroke Winner: Ashley Clayton 66. Runner Up: Trevor Clark 68 C/B. Ball Winners: Max Webster 68, Bobby Hutchieson 68, Stephen Noble 69, Joh Southwell 70, Dan Madden 70. NTP: 4th Lachy Moore, 7th John

VICTORY: Joy Hester represents her winning mixed ambrose team with Harry Guthrie and Darby West absent.

Southwell, 9th Phillip Moss, 11th Stephen Noble, 13th Rod Moyle, 16th Chris Martens. 9 hole Stroke: Winner: Bill Griffiths. Runner Up: Graeme Arnold. NTP: 11th David Lawson April 7 Womens 9 Hole Stableford Winner: Lesley Anderson 17. Runner Up: Jill Halbwidl 16. Men’s Competition: April 9: 18 Hole Stableford A Grade Winner: Stephen Noble 41 Points. A Grade Runner Up: Simon Mason 40 Points. B Grade Winner: Mark Hall 38. B Grade Runner Up: Phillip Moss 37 C/B. Ball Winners: Joh Southwell 38, Trevor Clark 37, Scott Thomson 36, Edward Dunstan 37, Arnold Sparks 36, David Lawson 36. NTP: 4th Brendan Huggard, 7th Max Webster, 9th John Southwell, 11th Scott Thomson, 13th Stephen Noble, 16th John Southwell. Secret 6: Simon Mason. KFC Birdie on the 15th: Colin Felton, Simon Mason. Subway Birdie on the 2nd: John Wiskin.

NTP: 4th Leo McCoy, 8th Mark Nolan. Golf to be played on Easter Saturday is to be organised on the day. Starting time is 11:30am rollup for a 12 noon 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. Ladies Golf Stableford : Winner: Beat Allan 28 points on countback from Di McLaughlin 28 points. NTP 13th: Nola Griffin. Winner 9-hole stableford: June Christensen. Tuesday, April 12: Stableford A Grade Winner: Leeanne Carmody 38 B Grade Winner: Robyn Ottaway 33 Ball winners: Mary Jones (2) 36, Kay O’Shea 35, Wendy Hogan 34, Melody Adams 34 NTP: 4th Linda Stone, 8th Linda Stone, 13th Melody Adams, 17th Wendy Hogan

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WANGARATTA PICKLEBALL

SATURDAY, April 9 Singles K.O. winners: Manny Tanirau, Terry Ousley, Glenn Simmons and Leo McCoy. Those players not involved in the K.O played a stableford event which was won by Mark Nolan with 35pts, runner up was June Christesen 31pts.

Round 21 results: Section: 1 Bryan Wilson 48 - 25, Carol O’Brien 40 - 33, Neville Bell 32 - 41, Tyson Chivers 26 - 47. Section: 2 Tim Dickinson 45 - 28, Clive Jones 40 - 33, Klaus Kazenwadel 36 - 37,

RESULTS for Monday, April 11 Anne Dodd and Margaret Bennett d Marie Wallis and Terry Wilson 7/2, Trish Rogash and Heather Gulbin d Janet Kelly asnd Susan Fischer 7/2, Nathan Reynolds and Cheryl Sampson d Dawn Wind and Robyn Muller 7/3, Christine DeCaneva and Cassie Hurley d Garry Meuleman and Joan Dyson 7/2, Yvonne McLaughlin and Wendy Waddington d Maureen O’Keefe and Annette Filipek 5/4 in an extremely competitive, close fought game which ran out of time. Last weekend, several players from the North Eastern District played in a Selectors Invitation Tournament at the Victorian Croquet Centre in Melbourne with John Collins of Albury being runner-up to Tony Pye of Geelong. In a supplementary tournament run on the Sunday, Cheryl O’Dwyer from Yarrawonga, John Collins and Terry Wilson took out the three top places. On Monday at Wangaratta, Margaret Bennett cleared balls from in front of hoops on several occasions with 20 yard roquets. On Tuesday, 10 Wangaratta members travelled to Wodonga to take part in their Autumn Gala day with the winner being Terry Wilson with four wins and 17 net hoops. 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

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Bright lights and basketball BY RYAN MALCOLM

Wangaratta W g athlete hl sees success iin U United i dS States

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 AS GOOD AS IT GETS: Chloe Storer couldn’t contain her excitement after clinching the Southland Conference Tournament championship.

HLOE Storer would have been forgiven for going into her second season of American collegiate basketball with tempered expectations. After all, the Wangaratta product’s first season in San Antonio, Texas was largely interrupted, with COVID restrictions throughout the 2020/21 season wreaking havoc on the now 20-yearold’s first foray into the hyper-competitive American basketball landscape. The former Wangaratta Warrior and Victoria Country representative joined the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) in late 2020, spending a total of six weeks in quarantine before even competing alongside her new teammates. It would all be worth it when, in her ‘sophomore’ season, Storer and her Cardinals teammates made school history, qualifying for the fabled National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) March Madness tournament for the first time. Having been largely written off ahead of the season, the team overcame a challenging homeand-away calendar and clicked into gear during its post-season conference tournament, outlasting rival Southeastern Louisiana University in overtime in the final to qualify for the nationwide single-

 HARD TO THE HOLE: Storer lays one in over a Southeastern Louisiana University defender in the final.  CHAMPION: The tournament win meant the University of the Incarnate Word women’s basketball program qualified for the NCAA March Madness tournament for the first time. elimination tournament. “Personally, I knew that absolutely anything could happen - for me it honestly felt like we were starting afresh, and that nothing that had happened during the regular season mattered or would dictate the results of the tournament,” Storer said of UIW’s Southland Conference Tournament run. “Our conference season had been full of upsets and close games, so we all knew that whichever team decided to show up and play their hardest would be the team to win it all - which proved to be us. “We had a one game at a time mindset - coach (Jeff ) Dow would say to us before

every game, ‘this game is the biggest and most important game on our record so far’. “I think that way of thinking really helped us, as we played loose and confident as if we had nothing to lose. “It’s (March Madness) a really big deal over here in America, as every college basketball team in the nation basically competes to see who gets that number one spot,” she said. “For us it was huge - the game was filmed and shown on ESPN, we got to fly on a private plane, and it felt like we were receiving the VIP treatment. “It was such a crazy and

fantastic for her to be in the thick of it and a key contributor. “She had a really tough start, we couldn’t even get her a visa because the consulate was closed. “That’s another reason why it’s so satisfying.”

amazing experience that I’ll never forget.” Regularly parking herself in front of the television in Wangaratta in the early hours of the morning to watch her daughter compete, mother Trish said the reward had been worth the wait. “It was a huge achievement, the first time the program had a win at the conference champs - it was a history-making run,” she said. “It’s been so exciting Chloe started the season in the starting five but it slipped away a little - she had a couple of really great games during the tournament, so it was

espite falling to Howard University in their first game of the 68 team singleelimination March Madness tournament, the UIW Cardinals are well placed to use the tournament berth as a springboard, with Storer’s third season with the group set to see them debut in the more competitive Western Athletic Conference.

The team could also be set to receive considerable in-person support to spur them along next season, with the Storer family planning to visit their youngest daughter for the first time since the move more than 18 months ago. “When I moved over here I had to develop my independence very quickly, as I could no longer rely on my parents to do everything for me - it’s my responsibility to keep up with the schedule, show up on time, have my clothes washed, make sure I eat enough food and make sure my body is ready to go for games and practices,” she said. “I’ve been lucky enough to train and play with an amazing group of girls over the past two years and they have become my American family. “Having my family eventually come over and visit will be so exciting - I can’t wait to show them everything and introduce them to everyone. “I feel so lucky to be gaining such an incredible experience, and am looking forward to the next few years.” Until then Storer says she will continue to enjoy the little things that come with being a collegiate athlete. “This year it felt amazing to even just be able to practice on a consistent basis without any interruptions, and I enjoyed the experience so much,” she said. “Experiencing in-person student-athlete life was so exciting for me. “My life feels like a movie.”

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Bulldogs prepared for match on the big stage By NATHAN DE VRIES THE Easter long weekend means different things to different people, but for the players of the Tarrawingee Football Netball Club, it means a fiery contest up the valley against Bright in front of a bumper crop of screaming fans. One of the premier fixtures on the O&K calendar, the Easter Saturday match at Bright’s Pioneer Park attracts a massive crowd and makes for a phenomenal experience for players, one which Tarrawingee senior football coach Xavier Norden said is unparalleled outside of a grand final.

“I would say it’s one of the biggest Ovens and King games for the calendar,” he said. “Just with the amount of people who get to the game, and it’s always good weather, it’s obviously a huge game for Bright and their football/ netball community - we’re just lucky to be a part of it every year and we love taking up the challenge. It’s definitely a massive game every year. “It’s Easter so everybody’s got their family at home and it’s not just Bright supporters, it’s our own supporters - we all have our extended families come up this way and come and watch.

“It’s just a great feeling and it just highlights what footy and netball’s all about, just getting friends and families together and enjoying it.” The Bulldogs have had a rough start to the year, with only one win from their three outings so far, marred with injuries and COVID complications. “It’s been an interesting start - we started really well against King Valley and had a healthy list, but things have taken a bit of a spiral turn from there,” Norden said, “We’ve had a few key injuries, obviously a couple missing out from COVID, so

it’s been an interesting start but everything’s still positive, which is good. “Ollie Williams went and got a scan on his hamstring, so he’ll be out for an extended period of time. “Scott Thompson’s got a bit a knee clean-out, so he’s out for an extended period of time, then players like Jason Cooke, Tommy Deans, Hayden Johnston, Matthew Robinson are still on the sidelines. “It takes away that depth of players when you’ve got eight to nine on the longterm injury list.” The Bulldogs and Mountain Men will both be looking for a massive win, and

with stars in both camps like Tarrawingee’s Frazer Judd and Bright’s goal kicking machine Tom Mullane-Grant eager to impress the crowd, the match will be intense from the first siren. “Frazer Judd kicked six against Greta - he does a bucket-load of work up the ground, and you look at the stats and go “oh, six goals”, when he doesn’t spent much time 30, 40 metres out from goals, he spends most his time up the ground,” Norden said. “It just shows his work rate, he’s getting up but also working back - he’s in redhot form. “He’s (Mullane-Grant)

been very busy, he’s kicked a lot of goals so we’ll have to make sure we get the right match up there. “We probably won’t leave it up to one person, there’ll probably have to be a few changes here or there depending on who’s available and our own structures. “You can’t leave a bloke like that too free, because he just knows where the goals are.” Tarrawingee take on Bright at Pioneer Park in Bright on Easter Saturday - the reserves match starts at12pm while the seniors match kicks off at 2pm. Musical entertainment will begin after the senior match and run until 10pm.

King Valley eager for breakthrough win By NATHAN DE VRIES IT hasn’t been the smoothest start to the O&K netball season for King Valley, but with a home ground packed with Easter holidaymakers this Saturday, the time is right for the A grade squad to grab their first win of the year. The Roos have yet to get their full strength side on the court so far, but coach Anna Wallis said this weekend North Wangaratta will face the full might of King Valley. “Unfortunately with COVID and events that got postponed with COVID, we’ve yet to have our full team take the court,” she said. “So this is the first week where we have, in A grade, our selected nine girls. “It has been a tough start to the season, unfortunately we got a bit of a tough draw this year - ‘Tarra’, Whorouly and then Milawa, so it has been a rocky start. “Even after Milawa - I didn’t even look at the scoreboard at Milawa, probably didn’t even want to look - everyone came off the court saying they felt good about it. “We know it was going to be a tough day out there, but all you can ask for is

everyone giving everything they have. “As long as everyone just keeps chipping away, everyone’s staying positive so that’s good.” North Wangaratta are shaping up to be one of the Cinderella stories of the 2022 O&K season - after scraping together just a handful of wins last season, the Hawks beat Bright in round two and fell one goal short of defeating one of the premiership contenders Benalla All Blacks last weekend. Wallis said her gun squad is not underestimating the challenge ahead of them. “We’re definitely going in ready to have a tough match again, it’s not going to be easy,” she said. “In looking at their (North Wangaratta) side - I was away last year but I came back and helped out one game, and that was the game against North Wangaratta - the likes of Casey Brown in goals, and Leah Bihun are very strong players, so it’s not a team we’re going in thinking we’ve got it in the bag. “Especially after their one goal loss to Benalla, who are sort of the favourites this year. “We’ve had Gemma (Wallis) in our goals, consistent every single week,

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V Line Cup It was a brilliant week at Shepparton for the V-Line Cup with three AFL North East Border teams fighting it out at Deakin Reserve. With players coming together from all across the region, with their footballing ready to embark on its first foray into their pathways- there was plenty of excitement. With matches against powerhouses- AFL Barwon and AFL Goulburn Murray- the teams performed admirably; but after two different dates and multiple shutdowns and postponements- it was great to get the V-Line Cup finally away and completed in the 2021 edition.

and also Maggie Bromley who has been thrown around each end. “She’s played a bit of defence, mid court and goals, helping out on the weekend because we were short a shooter. “Those two have just been consistent the whole season so far, they’re very strong players for us. The match is sure to attract a massive crowd of people visiting the King Valley over their Easter long weekends, which Wallis said gives the proceedings on the court and footy field a sense of spectacle. “It is a really, really big round, there’s a huge crowd up the King Valley, it’s a huge camping time,” she said. “We have these regular groups who come up who want to give money to the club - they pick a best on each year in the footy, this one group of campers, they give their own six pack to their own selected best on in the footy. “It’s just a really positive, upbeat environment - I think that gets everyone fired up a bit more. “We put on a bit of a show, everyone’s rooting for King Valley since we’re playing at home - it’s a really, really good day.”

HEAD TO HEAD: King Valley and North Wangaratta face off at Whitfield this Easter Saturday. PHOTO: Kieren Tilly

Random Rule 18.12 INTENTIONALLY SHAKING, CLIMBING OR OTHERWISE INTERFERING WITH A GOAL POST OR BEHIND POST 18.12.1 Free Kicks – Intentionally Shaking, Climbing or Otherwise Interfering with a Goal Post or Behind Post Unless Law 18.12.3 applies, a field Umpire shall award a Free Kick against a Player or Official who intentionally shakes, climbs or otherwise interferes with a goal or behind post (either before or after a Player has disposed of the football). 18.12.2 Taking Free Kick The following shall apply to a Free Kick awarded under Law 18.12.1: (a) if a Free Kick is awarded against a Player or Official of the Defending Team and a Goal is not scored, the Player from the Attacking

Team who was about to or who has Kicked for Goal shall take the Free Kick at the centre of the Goal Line; (b) if the Free Kick is awarded against a Player or Official of the Attacking Team, the Player on the Defending Team who was nearest to the position from where the football will be or has been Kicked shall take the Free Kick from that position. For the avoidance of doubt, any Goal or Behind which would have been recorded in favour.

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Reid expects fire breathing ‘Dogs By WILLSON MACK B WANGARATTA’S top form will be keen to roll on this weekend with a clash against Wodonga awaiting the hot ‘Pies. Wodonga is seen as one of the big improvers of the O&M this year after bringing in the talent of VFL footballers Alex Smout and Angus Baker, along with promising key Michael Driscoll. The former VFL duo headed the disposal count in their first game in the maroon and white with Baker accumulating 42 touches, while Smout wasn’t far behind with 37 of his own. However, the Bulldogs were given a reality check last weekend with a dismal 48-point loss at the hands of Albury and the side will now be keen to bounce back against the league’s in form team. Traditionally the ‘Dogs are one

off th the more physical the h i l sides id iin th competition and almost broke even with the Tigers in clearances (37-32) highlighting their midfield prowess Wangaratta coach Ben Reid expects a much improved Wodonga outfit this season. “Last year they were physical and we expect the same this time around,” Reid said. “They recruited some really good onballers and we’re going to have to keep an eye on them because they’re going to be very dangerous. “We played a good midfield against both Albury and Rovers and it’s going to be another test against Wodonga’s. “The midfields in the competition are as strong as they’ve ever been, even Yarrawonga and Myrtleford look strong so it’s going to be a good test every week.” Wangaratta’s midfield was the

GOOD TOUCH: Abe Ankers is in dominant form to start the season. PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

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star the show in the derby with t off th Abe Ankers (30 disposals, seven goals), Joe Richards (30 disposals, three goals) and Jackson Clark (26 disposals, one goal) all the highest ranked players from the clash. Although Wangaratta have been almost flawless across their first two rounds, Reid insists his side is still seeking improvement. “It’s a long year so we need to keep finding ways to improve,” he said. “We don’t want to be playing our best footy in round two so we need to keep building. “We’re really focused on the contest at the moment and we’re aware that a lot of the games will be won or lost in the midfield.” The first year coach expects Wodonga to come out firing. “It’s a funny one I reckon, when you’re playing your first game against a team that’s playing their second like they were against Al-

bury I don’t think you’re going to play your best footy,” he said. “They’ll be better positioned this weekend than they were last and they’ll definitely be breathing fire after their loss.” The ‘Pies emerged from last weekend with no injuries and with round one debutant Charlie Stewart returning from unavailability the side is set for some selection headaches. “The ‘ressies’ are playing really well and Charlie Stewart returns after missing last week so selection will be difficult,” Reid said. “Charlie had a really good debut, he’s come to the club from Balwyn and fitted in really well. “He was coached by ‘Rocket’ (Rodney) Eade down there so he’s learnt a lot of things and knows a lot about the game so he’s one who we think can really help our side this year.”

WANGARATTA Rovers netballers are primed to take out their first victory for the 2022 season tomorrow at 2pm. The Hawks face Wodonga Raiders who are coming off a 21 goal loss to league powerhouse Yarrawonga, while the Hawks fell to a strong Wangaratta side by just 10 goals. Wangaratta Rovers made big in roads on last year’s derbys where they lost by 16 and 22 goals in each, bridging the gap to nearly a single figure deficit. It’ll be an interesting battle in the Hawks defensive end with Wodonga Raiders shooter Taylor Donelan in form shooting 16 goals against the Pigeons and Wangaratta Rovers’ defender Jenna McLeod will be looking to stem her influence. Meanwhile, Wangaratta face Wodonga who fell to Albury by 10 goals, while the Magpies are up and about after two big wins in their first two games. Wangaratta are yet to be challenged and the Dogs have no better way to redeem themselves than push the 2018 and 2019 premiers. Issy Byrne will need to be stopped through the midcourt after an outstanding start to the season, while Georgia Clark has been sensational under the ring in her start to her O&M career. For Wodonga, Ella Dickins and Aleisha Coyle were on fire against Albury, while Cassie Mathey shapes as a task for Wangaratta defenders after netting 30 of her side’s 34 goals. Wangaratta’s clash against the Bulldogs starts at 2pm on Saturday.

Hawks are hoping for a Good Friday By WILLSON MACK WANGARATTA Rovers will be eager to bounce back against Wodonga Raiders on Good Friday after a 121-point drubbing at the hands of Wangaratta in the derby. Both the Hawks and Raiders (62-point loss to Yarrawonga) suffered big defeats in round one so redemption will be on the cards for each of the proud clubs. “There’s no doubt we need to put up a good performance on our home park,” Wangaratta Rovers football operations manager Barry Sullivan said. “Credit to Wangaratta they

were phenomenal and they really impressed me. “They’ve set the standard for the competition now and we’re expecting a big response from our players in front of our supporters.” Although the Raiders have lost some of their premier players in Jydon Neagle and the Clarke boys (Hayden and Dylan) they still have plenty of experience in 2019 Morris Medallist Jarrod Hodgkin and ruckman Isaac Muller. The pair were both at the top of their games last weekend as Hodgkin recorded 36 touches and seven tackles, while Muller was dominant in the ruck with 39 hitouts.

“They’ve got some really good players,” Sullivan said. “Jarrod Hodgkin is a gun, Isaac Muller is one of the premier ruckman in the competition and then they have Will Farrar from the NT (Northern Territory) who’s an excitement machine. “They’re capable of testing any opposition so we’re looking forward to hopefully redeeming ourselves.” The Hawks have moved on quickly from the loss to Wangaratta but Sullivan noted the return of Michael Clarke as a positive from the derby. Clarke held Michael Newton goalless.

FIRST HOME GAME OF 2022 GOOD FRIDAY WANGARATTA ROVERS VS RAIDERS Join us on Friday 15th April for our first home game of 2022. Gates open at 9am Footy start times: U18s 10am RESERVES 12pm SENIORS 2pm Netball start times: U17s 9.30am C GRADE 11am Join us on Socials

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“I thought Michael Clarke was terrific,” he said. “He’s had a tough run with injury and he came straight back in and his job on ‘Juice’ (Newton) was first class. “At times we showed glimpses of what we can do and hopefully we can bridge that gap when we play them again at home.” Wangaratta Rovers are still awaiting the call on injuries to Shane Gaston, Todd Bryant and Ryan Stone from their season opening match against Myrtleford. The Good Friday clash kicks off at 2pm at WJ Findlay Oval.

KEY: Sam Murray picked up 29 disposals last weekend and will be keen to carry on his form into his side’s clash against Wodonga Raiders. PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

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Wangaratta Rovers vs Wodonga Raiders Friday, April 15 - 2pm WJ Findlay Oval

ON THE UP SAM Kreltszheim and her Wangaratta Rovers teammates will be eyeing their first win of the season when they come up against Wodonga Raiders on Good Friday. The Raiders went down to Yarrawonga 36-57 in their round one clash. ■ O&M previews: Page 45 PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

Good Friday showdown Moyhu M yh take k on G Greta iin E Easter clash l h after f p pulsating l i g one p point i win i over Wh Whorouly ly llast weekend k d MOYHU’S senior footballers will aim to get their season on track tomorrow, when the Hoppers host in-form Greta in a Good Friday showdown. After a shaky start against two of the top sides in the league, Moyhu snared their first win last weekend by a single point over Whorouly. Senior coach Ian Muller said all the pieces were coming together for a successful period of play for the Hoppers.

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“I think everybody’s pumped still,” he said. “They deserved the game on the weekend, they played really, really well coming off the Goorambat game where they played well and they just didn’t quite get up at the end there.

“They deserved the win - I think they’re looking at this weekend and going “we’ve got every opportunity to get another win under our belt” and are reasonably confident of it. “I think there’s a whole group of clubs that are in the middle of the pack there, Greta are one of them and I think we are one of them. “The top end of the competition is going to be

pretty tough as it always has been, so we’ve just got to concentrate on ourselves and not worry too much on other people. “We’ll just go out and play our game, do our absolute best and we think it’s going to be good enough.” With the exception of Brady Bartlett, who was concussed in last week’s match against the Lions, Moyhu is expected to be at full strength against a Greta

side who almost took the win over the ever-strong Milawa back in round one. Muller said the club is expecting a large turnout to the ground tomorrow. “I think there’ll be quite a good response,” he said. “Last year there was a good response out at Greta itself when we played them there, and there usually is at Greta-Moyhu games. “So I think there’ll be good numbers and

hopefully it’ll be a pretty good game.” In other Easter round O&K matches, Bonnie Doon hosts Benalla All Blacks in the second Good Friday hit out, North Wangaratta travels across to Whitfield to face King Valley on Saturday, and Bright take on Tarrawingee up the valley in front of an expected bumper Easter Saturday crowd - Milawa, Goorambat and Whorouly all have the bye.

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