WANGARATTA’S Clair Christison, Charlotte Brundell, Beth Cope and Kalika Milankos-King were backing the Matlidas at one of the earlier World Cup games... and they will join millions of Australians cheering on the Matildas in the semifinal against England tonight. The game will be on the big screen in Wangaratta’s Riverside Square. Full story page 3
AS blossom starts to decorate the rural city’s trees and add a scent of spring to the air, thoughts turn to the arrival of warmer weather - and with that comes full-blown preparation for the Wangaratta Show.
The traditional event returned to delight crowds last October after a two-year COVID-induced hiatus - the first years the show had been unable to be held since World War 2.
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It will again fill the Wangaratta Showgrounds with entertainment this year, on October 13 and 14.
Wangaratta Agricultural Society secretary Charmane Bennett said four new attractions at the 2023 show were part of moves to
expand the demographic of crowds attending.
There will be a Beaut Ute competition for the first time in many years; the Working Equitation equestrian event will hit the arena on the Saturday; Thomas the trackless electric train will wind his way through the crowd to captivate youngsters; and band Sweet Buzz will perform near the main gate over the two days.
Ms Bennett said the Beaut
Ute competition was aimed at drawing 18 to 30 year-olds to the event.
It will feature four sections - best work ute, best farm ute, best B&S ute and ugliest ute.
“So get polishing - or not - and enter your ute for the competition on the Saturday,” she said.
“Whether it’s your pride and joy, or you have a town ute you’ve driven through the mud, bring it down to be judged.
“Fiona Evans, our president, will be the judge of the competition.”
Working Equitation North East Victoria will stage the exciting equestrian discipline over two phases on the Saturday of the show.
Riders negotiate a course of obstacles which replicate what they would encounter doing farm or stock work, or out on a ride - first for manoeuvrability, and then for speed.
“It will be a real
spectacle,” Ms Bennett said.
Bringing a new level of interest for youngsters who love the show’s junior rides, Thomas the electric train will be available to carry them - and adults tagging along for the ride - at walking pace through crowds on the showgrounds’ western side.
Thomas’ piped music and authentic train bell and horn will add to the fun experience for kids.
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By SIMONE KERWIN
LAST Thursday offered a valuable opportunity for local students, as Wangaratta’s Digital Technology Advisory Committee’s Inspired by Tech Regional Festival opened up a meeting with scientists who are working in cutting-edge research.
Quantum and Dark Matter Team members were in the rural city to stage a pub quiz at the Wangaratta Club on Wednesday evening as part of the festival, which is being conducted with the help of a $15,000 Federal Government National Science Week grant.
The road trip team also received a National Science Week grant for its initiative, to take all things quantum technologies and dark matter to schools and communities around Australia.
The 16-plus scientists are covering 4500km and visiting 24 cities and towns this month, as they spread knowledge and excitement about cutting-edge science happening in Australia, to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.
Making the most of their time in Wangaratta, the team spent Thursday at Galen Catholic College and Cathedral College, enabling students from those schools and from Wangaratta High School to take part in interactive sciencebased workshops.
Students had the chance to listen to two presentations, take part in a Q&A session, and enjoy fun, hands-on activities - including holding a quantum computer microchip etched in gold.
It was the ideal lead-in for the youngsters to National Science Week, running from August 12 to 20, and to the final week of
the DTAC Inspired by Tech Festival, which continues with a panel evening tomorrow at the Wangaratta Library from 6pm to 8pm, and rounds out on Friday with the Inspired by TECH Showcase running from 10am to 3pm at Galen College.
Wangaratta High School physics teacher and DTAC Wangaratta committee member Tim Friel said students from years seven to 12 had enjoyed Thursday’s workshops with the Quantum and Dark Matter Road Trippers.
“The students asked highly inquisitive questions. One of our female year eight students spent the next two hours excitedly sharing what they learnt with their peers,” Mr Friel said.
With the Federal Government estimating that quantum-based industries could create more than 19,000 jobs and generate $5.9 billion in revenue by 2045, Thursday’s visit was a fantastic way to motivate the future quantum industry workforce.
At Wednesday evening’s ‘pub quiz with a science twist’, the team led the fun with about 60 community members at the Wangaratta Club.
Science department heads from local secondary schools each formed team tables alongside other community team tables, with Cathedral College’s science department winning the bragging rights as overall winners on the night.
Mr Friel said the team certainly hit its target during the visit to Wangaratta.
“We are extremely grateful that early career physicists from across Australia came to our town to share their experiences with cutting-edge quantum research,” he said.
“This was an inspiring day of physics workshops for our students, and a fun night of ‘sciencey’ trivia with the community.”
For more information about the road trip, visit https://www. qdmroadtrip.org/
Tomorrow, the festival’s science focus continues with the panel evening at the Wangaratta Library from 6pm to 8pm.
Local alumni Madalynn Baumanis (chemistry), Maisie Walker-Stelling (biology/conservation) and Zach Wingrave (computer science), along with other regional leaders, will un-
HANDS-ON SCIENCE:
Wangaratta High School students Jacinta Snowdon and Matilda Gibson, and Galen Catholic College student Torrin Busk listen to Quantum and Dark Matter Road Tripper Abhishek Roy during Thursday’s workshop at Galen.
cover the limitless possibilities of STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths).
The event is perfect for anyone captivated by the wonders of technology and eager to hear about the feats of local community members.
The final event on the Inspired by Tech Regional Festival calendar will be a showcase at Galen College on Friday from 10am to 2.30pm.
Those attending can experience a dynamic showcase of innovation, collaboration and cutting-edge technologies, with students, alumni and industry professionals coming together to demonstrate how they are utilising technology to revolutionise various domains.
Witness VEX robotics in action, learn about machine learning and artificial intelligence, and be inspired by a myriad of other ground-breaking projects and ideas from our students and industry partners.
For more information about the Inspired by Tech Regional Festival, visit https://dtac.zone/ pages/events
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nursery will be back this year.
BRING IT ON: Wangaratta Agricultural Society secretary Charmane Bennett is excited for this year’s Wangaratta Show on October 13 and 14.
On both Friday and Saturday, funky eight-piece band Sweet Buzz will perform on the entertainment stage at the main gate, bringing their mix of pop, soul, and songs to get everyone having a great time to the show atmosphere.
Along with the ever-popular Friday night Winsec Savings and Loans fireworks display, the pavilion and livestock exhibits, and the animal
In addition, Eljay Freestyle Entertainment, an all-weather, action-packed motorcycle and bicycle trials stunt show delivered with a comical twist, will perform on the main arena on Friday evening and throughout Saturday.
And Friday evening will see the dog high jump competition staged on the arena from 6.30pm.
Ms Bennett said interest in this year’s show had already been
strong, with lots of phone enquiries flooding in about the 2023 schedule, which is now available online at www.wangarattashow.org.au
She encouraged locals to start thinking about their entries for the pavilion exhibits (art; cookery; horticulture; jams, jellies, salamis; knitting, needlework and craft; photography; produce, fruit and vegetables) and being part of this year’s show in any way they could.
DIE Hard Matildas fans and those swept up in the euphoria of the FIFA Women’s World Cup will be able to celebrate the game together at multiple venues around Wangaratta tonight.
The Matildas will take on sporting foe England in the semi-final from 8pm, with the winner’s prize, a spot in the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday night.
Wangaratta City FC division one women’s captain Beth Cope has been to a few of Australia’s World Cup games and just survived Saturday night’s nail-biter.
“I have no fingernails left - it was that stressful for everyone when the match went down to a penalty shootout,” she said.
Ms Cope has played in a
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penalty shootout only once before and she’s “not a fan” of the pressure involved.
“I’m normally one of the kickers and I usually have my preferred side that I go to and I just put the ball down, don’t look at the keeper, just look at the goals, and just kick,” she said.
“People who don’t know much about soccer are seeing just how exciting the game is and it’s just great for the sport.
“I went to the Canada versus Australia game a few weeks ago at AAMI Park and it was an unbelievable atmosphere.”
Wangaratta City FC members are invited to the Wangaratta Club tonight with at least 50 people expected to attend.
For the general public, a 6x4 metre screen will be set up at Wangaratta’s Riverside Square on Faithfull Street and it’s expected to be
ANDY Coatsworth could barely keep himself together as he rang his wife Kylie to inform her he had found his father in law’s long lost blue Dodge.
The vehicle was located at the former property of Colin Diekmann, who had originally purchased the vehicle from Dennis ‘Barney’ Watson 16 years ago to add to his collection of Dodge’s.
Colin’s daughter, Linda, recognised the car when she saw the photo of the vehicle in Friday’s Wangaratta Chronicle and quickly contacted Andy’s son, Harrison, about the discovery on Friday morning.
Andy travelled out to the Markwood property later that afternoon with a friend and Colin to find the sought after Dodge parked in the paddock and camouflaged among the shrub.
Andy said it was a sensational feeling to have found the car,
ending a 14 month search.
“You would never have found it just driving past,” he said.
“One of the leads I was following was that you go to Oxley, turn right at Oxley and run up and down those dirt roads all the way to Carboor.
“I would have been three or five kilometers away from it, we were that close but you would never have seen it from the road.
“We were looking for a farm, we weren’t looking for a stash of cars like that and that’s what Cole said to me, ‘you silly bugger, I was in your shop the other week, why didn’t you say something about it’?
“It’s wet, it’s got a heap of stuff in front of it but we’ve made the deal and it’s ours, it’s just a matter of getting it.”
The Dodge was originally sold to Colin through a mutual friend who was aware of Barney’s desire to sell the Dodge and Colin’s wish to add to his collection.
Andy said his mind has
been racing with ideas and modifications to restore Barney’s 1972 AT4 Dodge.
“By the looks of it, it’s gone out there, it’s been parked and that’s where it has sat for the last 16 years,” he said.
“I’m sort of thinking I might turn it into my daily driver, but it’ll have all the modifications and will have to decide whether we do chasis changing, motor changes and gearbox changes.
“I bought a couple of car magazines on the weekend to see who is selling what.”
Andy said he thanked everyone who had attempted to help with acquiring the old part of family history, with Colin’s daughter Linda retrieving the $500 finder’s fee as a thankful gesture.
“We’ve been looking for a long while and we’ve had a lot of good thought and well wishes, on Friday I must’ve got five phone calls,” he said.
“People liked the story and people were really helpful.”
a festival atmosphere with restaurants on the riverside strip also expected to be busy.
City Mayor Dean Rees encouraged people to come along to the event and celebrate the Matildas reaching the World Cup semi-final for the first time in history.
“Wangaratta has a huge sporting and soccer culture and that’s why we wanted to put on an event,” Cr Rees said.
“People are able to bring their own food and drinks to the event and all the restaurants around there will be open and have their own smaller screens.
“Bring your own chair and sit down or stand up while cheering the Matildas as they take on England.”
Temperatures are expect-
ed to fall to just 6 degrees Celsius by 9pm, so it’s advisable to rug up well with clothing and blankets.
Cr Rees has watched all the games including quarter final match against France.
“My favourite player is the goalie, Mackenzie Arnold, and all the players are great ambassadors for women’s sport and sport in general,” he said.
“The match came down to penalties and even though she missed the goal when it was her turn, she was so poised to block the French player twice even though she ran off her line.
“We were very lucky and all those girls are super skillful.”
The match is on 7 Plus, Chanel 7, or Optus Sport, with kick off at 8pm.
IN ALL ITS GLORY: Andy Coatsworth’s much coveted Dodge pick up was found on Friday afternoon at Markwood with the help of local Colin Diekmann and the help of daughter Linda.
REJOICED: Kylie and Andy Coatsworth are happy to have found a part of family history, ending a 14 month search for a 1972 Dodge previously owned by Kylie’s father Barney
VICTORIAN fire services are calling on homeowners across the region to clean their chimneys to help prevent a fire occurring.
cording to a responding firefighter.
high flue, you couldn’t see a torch light.
OUT OF CONTROL: The build up of creosote in flues and chimneys can quickly result in devastating roof fires if left uncleaned.
A recent chimney fire at Raglan, west of Ballarat, was one of 48 similar fires responded to by fire services across the state so far this year, after a free-standing wood heater went up in flames having been “95 per cent blocked by soot”, ac-
“Because of the design of the heater and the way it was burning, there was a significant build-up of black tar, which evidently caused the blockage and the fire to ignite,” Elmhurst Fire Brigade member Hamish Keith said.
“It looked like a cancer inside an artery – from the top to bottom of this five-metre-
“Luckily, the family had working smoke alarms that alerted them to the fire, as smoke filled 60 per cent of their house due to the chimney being unable to exhaust it.”
Chimneys often experience a build-up of creosote, a black tar-like residue which is highly flammable and can clog up chimneys through general use, or through the
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
By STEVEN BURKE
FLOWERS left on a grave will die or blow away, but a tree will grow for generations.
Wangaratta’s Elaine Smith and Maria Pulvirenti have taken that attitude towards dealing with their personal grief, making the Remembering Trees event an annual pilgrimage for the close friends.
They were among the estimated 100 people who planted a tree in memory of loved ones where One Mile Creek meets Cribbes Road on Sunday.
For Maria, the event holds significance because her parents, who passed away five years ago, were
fond of the Australian native plants used for Remembering Trees.
“It’s nice to find the plants they liked the most,” she said.
Elaine has planted trees for a number of people she’s lost, and also planted one on behalf of her granddaughter, whose grandmother on her father’s side passed away earlier this year.
“It’s a lovely way to remember,” she said.
“The trees are alive and
growing – it’s a lasting memory.”
The friends have participated in Remembering Trees for the past three years and took the opportunity on Sunday to visit some of the trees they’ve planted in previous years.
Nine year old, Imogen Britton-McKay planted trees in memory of her poppy, two cousins and her pet dog.
“It makes me feel quite happy when I remember them,” she said.
Organiser, Alex McKenna of Ovens and King Community Health Service, said the event continued to grow.
“I want to acknowledge the continuing partnership of council, Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) and OKCHS,” he said.
YOUNG GRIEF: Imogen Britton-McKay planted trees in memory of family members and a pet.
use of incorrect fuels such as green wood and treated timbers.
CFA chief officer Jason Heffernan said the recent Raglan fire was a strong reminder to residents to have their chimneys professionally cleaned each year.
“This is just one of the damaging 48 chimney fires CFA have responded to this year,” he said.
“As you warm your home
this season, simply use a torch to regularly check for soot build-up or obstructions to reduce the risk of a fire starting from your fireplace or wood heater.
“Our latest statistics show us most fatal fires start in sleeping and living areas, so for your family’s best protection, smoke alarms should be installed in every bedroom, living and hallway area.”
AS one of the North East’s most effective child and family support organisations, Upper Murray Family Care (UMFC) is partnering with The Man Cave to bring two free keynote events ‘What’s Up With Masculinity’ to the region, to empower boys to become great men.
The Man Cave, which offers a preventative mental health program that aims to inform boys about healthy masculinity, will run free events at Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre from 6pm – 7pm on Thursday, August 24 and at The Cube in Wodonga at 6:15pm – 7:15pm on Wednesday , August 23.
UMFC CEO Felicity Williams, said the initiative, supported by both cities’ councils, aims to highlight the importance of health and wellbeing programs for boys and young men in the local community.
“Recognising that levels of bullying, behavioural issues, anxiety and depression have been on the rise since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, UMFC is working to provide resources that can help educate families and community leaders on how to proactively support adolescents to build positive social behaviour,” Ms Williams said.
“These events are designed to provide practical insights and tools to those who mentor, parent and work with young people.
“Delivered by diverse, highly-trained staff and facilitators from The Man Cave, this keynote blends presentation, group discussion and Q&A.
“The keynote will normalise challenges parents and mentors may be experiencing and provide actionable takeaways to improve relationships with young people.”
Ms Williams said UMFC was seeing some “very concerning” stats of increasing numbers of
adolescents using violence towards parents, siblings and other young people.
“Our region is experiencing levels of bullying, behavioural issues, anxiety and depression at higher rates than the Victorian average, and this has increased since COVID,” she said.
“Toxic masculinity and negative, harmful social media influences is a problem for our communities that needs to be specifically counteracted
A SERVICE to mark Vietnam Veterans Day will be held at the Wangaratta RSL Sub-Branch in Templeton Street on Friday.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s commitment to the Vietnam War, which saw 60,000 Australians serve, more than 3000 wounded, and 523 give their lives in the longest conflict Australians were involved in during the 20th century.
On Friday, Long Tan Day, the local service will be held in the 2/24th Battalion Function Room at the RSL, commencing at 2pm. Vietnam veterans, their friends and families, and any other interested people are invited to attend.
The service will feature a presentation by Vietnam veteran Bob Hayward, and will be followed by afternoon tea provided by the sub-branch’s women’s auxiliary.
through role modelling and mentoring, as well as social connections with healthy and supportive community groups, including sporting clubs, and creative arts groups.
“The Man Cave’s workshops and events are resulting in materially significant improvements to mental health related outcomes with boys and young men across Australia. “That is why we were thrilled to bring The Man Cave’s program to the region.”
YOUNG musicians and budding event developers across the Rural City of Wangaratta have the chance to be part of this year’s Wangaratta Battle of the Bands. One of a series of events being held across the North East in the lead-up to the region’s January 20 final, the Wangaratta Battle of the Bands will be held on Saturday, October 7 at The Vine Hotel.
The competition is open to everyone aged 12 to 25 and hosted by the Rural City of Wangaratta’s youth services FReeZA crew, Spilt Milk.
Those who would like to be part of the showcase can register their expression of interest by visiting https://forms.office. com/r/EqwyR60H7U before September 23.
For more information, contact council’s youth team via email, youth@wangaratta. vic.gov.au
Dedicated Test & Tune Days are for the preparation and setup of race cars. Test days may be broken into sessions (if applicable) which allows for sedans and open wheelers to share the track independently, this ensures the Test & Tune Day is perfect for any race car from Production Specification to V8 Supercar to S5000 and everything in between.
THE euphoria which has swept up millions of Australians alongside the Matildas’ current Women’s World Cup run has the ability to reach fever pitch tonight.
It’s a perfect cocktail of circumstance; a World Cup semi-final on home soil against England, weeks after both nations carried out heated Ashes series’ against each other on the old enemy’s shores, and last week’s netball World Cup final.
Saturday night’s record-breaking penalty shootout win over France perfectly encapsulated the beauty of football fandom to a mass audience still looking for a reason to embrace the world game over Australia’s traditional football codes.
Football is truly a game of moments, and the millions who watched our Matildas go to battle for 120 scoreless minutes, holding their breath each time Sam Kerr or Mary Fowler bore down on goal or Mackenzie Arnold made a sprawling save, will remember where they were the moment Cortnee Vine deposited her match-winning penalty.
Against the English Lionesses tonight, the Matildas battle to cement their names in history, and lay the foundation for the next generation of young footballers to follow in their footsteps.
Many might have rolled their eyes at the suggestion of a national public holiday in the event of a Matildas World Cup win.
But rarely has a team captured the imaginations of so many, and brought a nation so rich in sporting history to a standstill.
After outlaying such an emotional commitment to these heroes, many may be well in need of a days’ break if the unthinkable is achieved.
But the memories of the moments of brilliance which got us there will last a lifetime.
1 The Raggiana bird-ofparadise on the flag of Papua New Guinea is on what colour background?
(a) Red
(b) Black
(c) White
(d) Gold
2 In 2016, Kalyn Ponga started his NRL career with which team?
(a) Newcastle Knights
(b) Manly Warringah Sea Eagles
(c) North Queensland Cowboys
(d) Gold Coast Titans
3 Which song by Bruce Springsteen starts with the words, “In the day we sweat it out on the streets of a runaway American dream”?
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(a) The River
(b) Born to Run
(c) Glory Days
(d) Dancing in the Dark
4 Biz Stone and Noah Glass were two of the key people involved in the creation of which social networking entity?
(a) Facebook
(b) Instagram
(c) Twitter
(d) LinkedIn
5 Amman is the capital city of which country?
(a) Oman
(b) Kuwait
(c) Jordan
(d) Yemen
AUSTRALIAN Red Cross welcomes the announcement that the number of people resettled through Australia’s Humanitarian Program will increase from 17,875 to 20,000 per year.
The number of people forcibly displaced across the world has reached record levels, with more than 108 million people forced to flee their homes in 2022; one third of these people are refugees, and almost half of all refugees are children.
In the 2021-22 financial year, Australian Red Cross provided support to more than 47,000 people from 165 countries through our migration support programs, including refugees and people seeking asylum.
We work to ensure all migrants, regardless of how they arrived or their visa status, have their humanitarian needs met, are protected from harm, and can access the services and supports they need.
This recent announcement means 2125 more people who are refugees will be supported in coming to Australia and making it their home this year.
For these vulnerable adults and children, the increase will make a life changing difference.
The journey of resettlement is far from easy, but the stories of resilience and courage displayed by those forced to flee their homes, rebuild their lives in Australia, and go on to make significant contributions in their new communities, are inspiring.
Every person in Australia can play a part in creating a welcoming and supportive community for refugees and people seeking asylum and I encourage people to visit our website to learn more about ways they can help.
Vicki Mau, Australian Red Cross
WE, as a federation of tenants’ unions and advice services, are calling for today’s National Cabinet meeting to take rental reform action including an end to no-cause evictions, fair limits on rent increases, minimum rental standards, and greater privacy protections.
Renters who are struggling to find an affordable home, on the verge of eviction, too scared to request repairs, and experiencing discrimination can’t keep hoping for change - they are desperately relying on all govern-
What is the name of Tony Shalhoub’s character in the TV series, Monk?
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(a) Harold Monk
(b) Leland Monk
(c) Adrian Monk
(d) Charlie Monk
7 Emma McKeon won how many gold medals at the 2020 Summer Olympics?
(a) Zero
(b) Two
(c) Four
(d) Six
8 The Waltz in D-flat major, Op. 64, No. 1 by Frédéric Chopin is often referred to by what name?
(a) The Seasons
(b) The Blue Danube
(c) Green Serenade
(d) Minute Waltz
9 Which of the following words describes a person whose expertise spans a significant number of different subject areas?
(a) Polycot
(b) Polyamide
(c) Polymath
(d) Polyptych
10Who wrote the 2021 bestselling self-help book, Atlas of the Heart?
(a) Brené Brown
(b) Jen Sincero
(c) Tony Robbins
(d) Paulo Coelho
BACK TO BACK: After a visit to Wangaratta a fortnight ago, arborist Barton Allen-Hall has claimed back to back world championships at the International Tree Climbing Championships at New Mexico on Monday. The Melbourne based arborist was the first Australian to ever win the event last year at Copenhagen after coming second multiple times. Mr Allen-Hall was in Wangaratta as a part of local service Arboressence’s mentoring program, taking the team through the latest treeclimbing techniques and helping trim some of the Wareena Park pine trees. Fellow Victorian Jack Lewis finished runner-up at the championships and three-time world champion Jame Kilpatrick from New Zealand finished third, who has also worked for Arboressence in the past.
ments to take action now.
Our recommendations for rental reform will create the stable, affordable, liveable, accountable and safe private rental market that renters need and deserve.
The Federal Government must step in just as it has in developing a consistent approach to state and territory legislation in other areas.
The national nine principles to strengthen renter’s rights we are calling for are:
1. Stability - ending all no cause terminations.
2. Affordability - stabilise rent prices.
3. Liveability - minimum standards for all rental homes, including energy efficiency.
4. Compliance and accountability - accessible and robust frameworks to ensure laws are effective.
5. Use of bonds - independent rental authorities to hold, safeguard and manage tenants’ money and provide prompt return and a source for resourcing services that benefit renters.
6. Protection of private information and discrimination - transparency and protec-
tions in relation to collection and unlawful use of information.
7. Support/advice and advocacy for all renters.
8. Universality of protections for all people renting their home.
9. Using data to inform policy.
Penny Carr, National Association of Renters’ Organisations (NARO) convenor
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(c) Twitter 5 (c) Jordan 6 (c) Adrian Monk 7 (c) Four 8 (d) Minute Waltz 9 (c) PolymathBrené Brown
A 16-YEAR-OLD Benalla boy who was struck by a vehicle while crossing the town’s main road earlier this month has died in hospital.
The mother of Caleb Puttyfoot announced earlier this week her son had passed away, after suffering severe injuries including a frac-
tured skull, a broken pelvis and femur, two collapsed lungs and severe brain damage in the August 4 incident.
On a Go Fund Me page established in the wake of the collision, Michelle Guppy confirmed Caleb had passed away on Sunday night, and expressed her thanks to the
community members who had given generously in an attempt to support his recovery.
As of Tuesday morning, more than $22,000 had been raised in support of the family.
A 23-year-old Benalla man was last week bailed in relation to the alleged hit and
run, having been charged with failing to stop, failing to render assistance, perverting the course of justice and driving while disqualified.
Appearing before Shepparton Magistrates Court last week, Detective Senior Constable Leigh Miller of the Major Collision Investiga-
tion Unit had opposed bail, having alleged the accused man had attempted to beat the panels of his Mitsubishi Triton back into shape after the incident.
Officers allegedly found the Triton at the rear of a Baddaginnie address on August 7, covered by a blue
THE Gordon Sinclair Memorial Spring Feeder and Weaner sale will see more than 4000 head of cattle and a predicted strong showing at the Wangaratta Livestock Exchange this Friday.
Despite a struggling market, prices have remained steady over the last few months and local vendors and agents are optimistic for strong market demand.
Greta West producer Stewart
Thrum, who has been working on his 600 acre farm for more than 60 years, believes a slower than average market will take a turn for the better in the coming months.
“The market has had peaks and troughs over the last 12 months with confidence in vendors declining at the market due to lower sale prices,” Mr Thrum said.
“I remain optimistic however that the tide will turn on the market and believe sales will
increase that will present a better price structure and regain some confidence at a local level.”
Mr Thrum will be presenting 20 head of Angus and Black Baldy Angus, with an age of 16 months old, at Friday’s sale.
“Since 2018 we have purchased our bulls from Black Aqua Bulls from Georgie and Josh Trimble that have seen a big boost in the quality of our stock and a desired variety that vendors are choosing,” he said.
“Currently heifer prices sit below the prices of steers so it would be nice to see the gap bridged.”
Mr Thrum said supporting the cattle industry and local producers is the key to the future in seeing the market go forward in Wangaratta.
“Leading into this Friday’s sale, there is plenty of positive talk that the sale will be the breaking point for a positive future ahead in the market,” he said.
towel and sawdust.
DSC Miller had said there was scope for charges against the accused to be upgraded, however, police yesterday said they would not comment on the investigation.
The accused was last week bailed to return to court in January.
A BENALLA man was hospitalised on Monday following an alleged non-fatal shooting in the town.
Detectives from the Armed Crime Squad are currently investigating the incident, after emergency services were called to a Ballantine Street address around 6am, following reports a man had been located with a gunshot wound to the lower body.
A police spokesperson said the local 28-year-old man had been transported to hospital with nonlife-threatening injuries.
“The exact circumstances surrounding the incident are yet to be determined and the investigation remains ongoing,” the spokesperson said.
Anyone with information, CCTV or dash cam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
VOLUNTEERS from the Wang Repair Café will be meeting at the Wangaratta Club on Thursday at 6pm.
The Wang Repair Café crew aims to fix a range of items including electronic, electrical, garden, sporting and sentimental goods at its monthly event in Wangaratta and keep them out of landfill.
Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer who would like to know more is welcome to come along, meet the team and see if it’s something they’d like to do.
LAST week students enjoyed an Indigenous presentation from Dion Drummond and Brother Phil. They travelled from far north Queensland to talk to everybody about all things Indigenous; including their lifestyle, the meaning of the Indigenous flags and the different artefacts that had been brought along.
Their connection to the land was evident in all facets of the presentation, as was the definition of community - not thinking about self and sharing things they do have.
One of the highlights for the students was the opportunity to learn three different dance moves, quick moves with repetition.
DANCE LESSON: Students Linken Stow and Huntah Voss were concentrating carefully as they followed dance instructions from Indigenous performer Dion Drummond.
THE school captains for semester two have settled in well to their new role.
Mia Zachariou, Jack Vincent, Ellouise Jones and Xander Haynes have been working well together to run our assembly to a high standard.
They are great role models for their fellow students and the school cannot wait to see what the rest of the year has in store for them.
YOUNG LEADERS: Mia Zachariou, Jack Vincent, Ellouise Jones and Xander Haynes are settling into their role as school captains.
UP FOR THE CHALLENGE: Ryan VanDerPoel tried his hand at rock climbing during the recent school camp.
ROCK climbing was just one of the many activities enjoyed by students during the year 5/6 camp held last term.
They also took part in horse riding, laser tag, tube sliding, archery and more during their trip to the Upper Plenty Conference Centre near Whittlesea.
STUDENTS were making the most of a burst of early spring sunshine, collecting spring blossoms to make bush jewellery. The enjoyed the opportunity to play outdoors in the knowledge spring is well on the way.
FUN TIMES: Carra students George Newman, Giorgio Panozzo, Max HerrmannO’Brien, Archy Nottingham, Cypress Morton, Alice and Milly Richardson, collected blossoms at playtime.
1When weighing mosquitoes, how many do you need to make a gram? Would it take a) about 2, b) about 20, c) about 200, or d) about 2000?
OPEN DISCUSSION: Students Ned Thomas, Will Loechel, Will Perkins, Collins Sloan and Scarlett Hart enjoy an enthusiastic discussion during their lesson.
STUDENTS in prep/one recently enjoyed a rich discussion about the probability of events occurring.
It is good to be able to share thoughts and ideas with supportive classmates.
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ISRO is a space agency. Where are they based? Is it a) France, b) China, c) New Zealand, or d) India?
Bos taurus is the scientific name for which animal? Is it a) the cow, b) the sheep, c) the red crab, or d) the common scorpion?
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Octane is a chemical often found in petrol. How many oxygen atoms are there in each molecule of octane? Is it a) 18, b) eight, c) four, or d) zero?
5Which of these diseases is not spread by mosquitoes? Is it a) Zika, b) measles, c) Ross River fever, or d) chikungunya?
oxygen in octane! An octane molecule is made of eight carbon atoms and 18 hydrogen atoms.
5. b) Measles is an airborne disease, spread by coughing and sneezing. It’s not spread by any other animal species.
Space Centre in south-eastern India. 3. a) Bos taurus is the scientific name for the cow. 4. d) There is no
ANSWERS: 1. c) Mosquitoes typically weigh about 5 milligrams each, so it takes about 200 to make a gram. 2. d) ISRO is the Indian Space Research Organisation. It launches missions from the Satish Dhawan
QUIZ
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GOTAFE is getting a jump start on training mechanics of the future.
Following the arrival of two new Tesla vehicles, GOTAFE’s automotive workshops at its Wangaratta and Shepparton campuses are now training the mechanics of tomorrow, with students learning to service and repair electric and hybrid vehicles (EVs).
The recent additions appeared at the NE Tracks LLEN Hands on Trades Career Expo last week.
The two Teslas provide a much-needed boost to local workshops, enabling them to keep up with industry.
“We’re making sure more Victorian’s have access to the leading training equipment and technology - getting them skilled and ready for the jobs of the future,” Minister for Training and Skills, Gayle Tierney, said.
GOTAFE’s coordinator of automotive, Mark Ward, said the reason behind the surge in demand for EV training and upskilling is the market for vehicles is finally switching gears.
“There has been an increase in demand for electric vehicles,” Mr Ward said.
“Everyone is looking at green energy and making a move away from fossil fuels.
“We are one of the first TAFEs in Victoria to have Tesla vehicles.
“Local workshops are experi-
encing a large demand for electric vehicles.”
GOTAFE plans to use the in-demand vehicles to deliver a range of training to industry including mechanics, spray painters, panel beaters, CFA, Police, Ambulance and tow truck drivers.
“The biggest benefit of having access to electric vehicles is
the support it will provide to our learners,” Mr Ward said.
“We are planning to have some courses in the market to help local workshops keep up with changes in technology.
“It is an exciting time for the automotive industry.”
Charging stations have also been installed.
GRANTS of up to $3000 will be made available to the state’s wildlife rescue volunteers, to ensure sick, injured and orphaned animals get the support they need.
Northern Victoria MP Jaclyn Symes said applications have opened for the State Government’s grant funding, which aim to support the care of thousands of native animals across Victoria.
Last year, more than 100 carers and shelters across the state received grant funding, which supported wildlife enclosures, medication, feed, rescue equipment and veterinary fees.
Ms Symes said it was important to recognise the state’s volunteer carers. Applications close on September 15to apply go to wildlife.vic.gov.au/grant/ wildlife-rehabilitator-grants.
THE State Government is looking for fresh ideas and new ways to honour, commemorate and remember Victoria’s veterans with the opening of a new round of grants.
It coincides with the Anzac Day Proceeds Fund and Victoria Remembers grant programs which opened last week.
Both programs provide an exciting opportunity for Victorians to contribute and find new ways to support our veterans.
For more information on courses offered by GOTAFE, please attend upcoming open days this Sunday, August 20 (Wangaratta, Docker Street campus), Saturday, August 26 (Shepparton, Fryers Street campus) and Saturday, September 2 (Seymour, Wallis Street campus).
The Anzac Day Proceeds Fund helps exservice organisations deliver activities that boost the wellbeing of Victoria’s veteran community.
Victoria Remembers supports projects that honour the service and sacrifice of our veterans or educates Victorians about their contributions.
For more details visit vic.gov.au/grantssupport-and-commemorate-veterans.
THRILLING READ: Author Marion Hughes.
AUTHOR Marion Hughes will visit the Wangaratta Library in August to speak about her most recent novels, the Dark Illusion trilogy.
Marion is an author of fastpaced, action-packed thrillers full of twists and turns and has received wide praise for the trilogy; with book one - Watch Your Back - described as a thrilling read.
A secondary school English teacher and disability educator, who worked to inspire a love of literacy amongst disengaged teenage readers, students with disabilities, ESL students and juvenile offenders, Marion offers insight into complex circumstances.
She has written and published a series of literacy resources and short stories in Australia and Japan over the past 15 years and is now creating novels.
Come and meet Marion Hughes as she shares her writing insights at Wangaratta Library at on Thursday, August 31 at 2pm.
Bookings are essential and can be made online via Humanitix, or by contacting library staff on 5721 2366 or email library@wangaratta. vic.gov.au.
MARATHON walker Neil Para was welcomed with messages of support as he ventured through the Rural City of Wangaratta last weekend, as part of his 1000km walk from Ballarat to Sydney.
Neil is advocating for more certainty for refugees in securing permanent visas, and he walked his way to Glenrowan on Friday night
before making it to Wangaratta on Saturday, and heading out to Springhurst on Sunday.
He stayed with local Rural Australians for Refugees member and fellow Sri Lankan refugee Suzie Leonard on Friday and Saturday night.
Around 20 residents welcomed Neil to Wangaratta, which he said was a pleasant surprise and a morale booster through his long journey. “Wangaratta was fantastic, when
I arrived there was people with a welcoming sign and it’s a fantastic feeling,” he said.
“It’s a good feeling when you come to a place you’re not familiar with and people are lining up to welcome me, it’s a great feeling.
“Suzie was brilliant, she made every food that I liked, it was a good feeling, she’s awesome.
“I would like to say thanks to RAR Wangaratta who organised all of this”
Neil is currently having a rest day in Albury today, where he will be attending community events to help further promote his messaging.
Neil’s petition currently has more than 16,500 signatures asking for more certainty for refugees waiting on permanent visas.
To find out more visit Neil’s petition via: https://www.change.org/ walkforfreedom.
LOCAL police are hoping to reunite a bracelet with its owner, after it was found at a local store in late June. The gold-coloured bracelet, which features a star charm with a small circle hole through the middle, was found on June 26. If you have lost a bracelet
and believe the item may belong to you, contact Wangaratta Police on 03 5723 0888 and quote reference number 202306-E-2025.
Proof of ownership must be supplied, and the owner will be able to describe the features of the bracelet.
LOST AND FOUND: Police are searching for the owner of a bracelet, which was found at a Wangaratta store in June.
WANGARATTA Art Gallery, in collaboration with the Centre Against Violence, is presenting Warriors Unmasked, a powerful exhibition celebrating strength and resilience in the face of adversity, opening at the gallery this weekend.
Warriors Unmasked is an exhibition of works created through The Art Project, which brought together nine victimsurvivors of sexual assault and gender-based violence to use art to help heal their own recovery.
The works delve deep into the hearts and minds of survivors who have displayed unwavering courage and determination.
Through the transformative power of art, these survivors have harnessed their pain and transformed it into a powerful medium of expression, telling their stories in a way that words alone could not capture.
Wangaratta Art Gallery director Rachel Arndt said the exhibition is a testament to
WANGARATTA Players Inc presents the heartwarming Australian musical “Ladies in Black” opens at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre tomorrow.
Based on the bestselling book by Madeleine St John, with words and music by Tim Finn, Ladies in Black is set 1950s Sydney and tells the story of a young high school graduate Lisa who takes a holiday job at the most prestigious department store in town, where a world of possibilities opens up.
An entertaining night of live theatre and music for all ages, tickets are available now at wpacc.com.au with shows tomorrow, Friday and Saturday at 7pm and a matinee on Saturday at 2pm.
THE annual Chiltern Antique Fair is one of the best shows of its type attracting dealers and enthusiasts from around the country, will be held from August 25 to 27 at the Chiltern War Memorial Hall and Library.
The event showcases the full range of antiques from fine china and porcelain to furnishings, jewellery, artworks and a range of everyday older items and collectables.
It officially opens on Friday night, August 25 and is then open on Saturday, August 26 from 10am until 5pm and on Sunday, August 27 from 10am to 4pm with entry $5 per adult.
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the importance of the creative process for all people.
“Through the year-long program each participant, or Warrior, has developed tools and techniques to creatively express themselves, share their stories and build resilience,” she said.
“The result of this is a poignant exhibition of painting, sculpture, installation and sound works, and I invite and encourage people to see these powerful works and bear witness to the important issues at their heart.”
Led by the Centre Against Violence, The Art Project has been made possible with the support of the Kyamba Foundation, GOTAFE and the Rural City of Wangaratta.
The commitment and contributions of these organisations have been vital in bringing this exhibition to life and spreading its important message far and wide.
“We believe in the power of art to heal and unite
AN important and timely exhibition which brings together two of Australia’s most acclaimed contemporary artists - Waanyi artist, Judy Watson and Kokatha and Nukunu artist, Yhonnie Scarce - opens at the Wangaratta Art Gallery next week.
At its heart, the exhibition called Looking Glass is both a love song and a lament for Country; a fantastical alchemy of the elemental forces of earth, water, fire and air.
Watson and Scarce express the inseparable oneness of Aboriginal people with Country, a familial relationship established for millennia.
An opening reception for Looking Glass will be held on Friday, August 25 from 5.30pm to 7pm, with bookings essential for catering purposes and free tickets available at wangarattaartgallery.com.au.
communities,” said Centre Against Violence CEO, Jaime Chubb.
“Through Warriors Unmasked, we aim to raise awareness about the critical issues surrounding sexual assault and gender-based violence while providing a safe space for survivors to express themselves creatively.
“In a world where it’s easy to assume that gender-based violence and sexual assault only happens elsewhere, the stark reality is that it’s occurring right here in our own backyards.
“The Wangaratta region has statistics for both family violence and sexual assault well above the state average.
“These are not just numbers; they represent the lived experiences of our own families, friends, neighbours, and colleagues.
“The time has come to acknowledge this truth and take action together as a community.”
SEE BMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more when the international smash hit 360 ALLSTARS comes to the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on September 18 and 19.
A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus featuring a cast of world champion and world record holding artists and athletes. Delivered with a live soundtrack by award winning musicians and coupled with spectacular video projections, book tickets now for this visual feast at wpacc.com.au.
Ms Chubb said Warriors Unmasked - The Art Project is committed to shining a spotlight on this critical issue that affects countless lives.
“We must come together, stand united, and confront this issue head-on,” she said.
“The safety and well-being of our community members is at stake, and it is our responsibility to protect and support those affected.
“The reality is harsh and unsettling: one woman a week is losing her life due to family violence.
“This is an intolerable and tragic situation that demands our attention, our empathy, and our determination to put an end to the cycle of violence.
“This exhibition is not only a celebration of survivors’ strength but a call to action for all of us.”
Warriors Unmasked - The Art Project is open to the public from August 19 to September 24 in Gallery2 at the Wangaratta Art Gallery.
THE Craig Smith Quintet will present dynamic and authentic interpretations of compositions of iconic performer/ songriter Billy Joel, at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre in October.
Billy Joel - In A Jazz State of Mind, is a tribute show with a Jazz twist, taking audiences on a journey through the life and music of the Piano Man through quirky anecdotes and the personal lyrics of a true balladeer.
Hear favourite tunes like Piano Man, Only The Good Die Young, Big Shot, My Life and more, with the show on Saturday, October 21 at 7.30pm and tickets available at wpacc.com.au.
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CANCER (June 21 to July 22)
Opportunities for you are like the phases of the Moon -- constantly appearing and reappearing. So, cheer up. The opportunity you thought slipped by will be replaced by another.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) An opportunity that you hoped would open up for you remains closed. Stop wasting time scratching at it. Something else you’ll like will soon make itself apparent and accessible.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22)
Congratulations. You’ll soon hear some positive feedback for all of the hard work you recently put into a project. Meanwhile, a Pisces could soon swim into your personal life.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22)
Someone whose friendship you felt you had to write off will try to revive it. What you do is up to you, but don’t do it without giving it considerable thought.
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A job-related plan might need to be reworked to allow for changes. Lucky for you, there’s strong planetary influences that can help you focus on getting it done right.
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AUTHOR Georgina Banks, the great-niece of former Cheshunt resident and nurse Dorothy ‘Bud’ Elmes, who was killed at Bangka Island in World War 2, will talk about Bud and her book called Back To Bangka at St John’s Terrace on Saturday.
Georgina was born in Sydney and left at 19 to study acting in New York at the Neighbourhood Playhouse and then worked as a performer throughout her 20s.
Following her interest in what makes people tick, she changed direction and went back to university to study Applied Psychology, going on to establish a consulting business called Changeable.
As a performer, Georgina worked mainly in theatre for companies such as Sydney Theatre Company, Playbox and Theatre South, and in television for shows like A Country Practice and Outback, but she is now based in Melbourne and has two daughters in their early 20s.
In her book Back To Bangka, Georgina searches for the truth of what happened to her great aunt Bud.
Bud grew up in Cheshunt and her sister (Georgina’s grandmother) was the librarian in Wangaratta, so Georgina says the region is very important to her family.
One of the most confronting stories of the war, the tragic event took place in Bangka Strait, Indonesia, in 1942.
WANGARATTA Senior Citizens Club will host lunch at the Wangaratta Club from 12 noon today.
The club will host indoor carpet bowls from 12 noon tomorrow (Thursday), cards (euchre) from 1.30pm on Friday, indoor carpet bowls on Monday from 12 noon, and cards (500) and hoy on Tuesday from 1.30pm, all at its clubrooms in Tara Court, off Ford Street, or in the adjoining St Patrick’s supper room.
Next Wednesday, August 23, the club will host a social music and song afternoon with The Rustic Ramblers at its clubrooms in Tara Court.
ELDORADO Senior Citizens Club hosts indoor carpet bowls at the hall every Thursday from 12.45pm.
SPRINGHURST Old Time Dance will be held at the Springhurst Hall on Saturday, August 19 from 7.30pm to 11pm.
Music will be provided by The Rustic Ramblers, and entry is $10 per person.
Those attending are asked to bring a plate of supper to share.
For more details phone 5726 5241.
WANGARATTA Cake Decorators meet every third Saturday of the month at Galen College in Phillipson Street from 10.30am, with the next meeting scheduled for August 19. Guest at the meeting will be Adrien Trevillian from Melbourne, demonstrating the new style of cartoon cakes.
SHOP for quality, affordable, waste free, bulk wholefoods and enjoy great social connection at the King Valley food hub, open at the Cheshunt Hall on the first and third Saturday mornings of the month.
The food hub will be open this Saturday from 10.30am until 12.30pm with all welcome.
Allied ships were evacuating thousands in flight from Singapore, the island having fallen to Japanese Imperial forces.
Facing terrifying assaults by fighter planes, one ship, the Vyner Brooke, was bombed and sank.
Its survivors swam or paddled for hours to the nearest land, a beach on Bangka Island, with many dreadfully injured.
One of the survivors was Australian Army nurse Dorothy ‘Bud’ Elmes, the great-aunt of Georgina Banks.
Bud, along with other nurses from the Vyner Brooke, including one Vivian Bullwinkel, made it to the island, where they tended to the wounded as a plan was formulated.
But it is soon discovered the place is occupied by Japanese forces, and two days later they arrive on the beach.
Bud was one of 21 Australian Army Nurses massacred on that beach, with Vivian Bullwinkel the only survivor.
Seventy-five years on, Georgina received an invitation to a memorial service for her great aunt.
She knows little of the national history buried in her family but as she retraces Bud’s steps in Indonesia, and then deep in archives back in Australia, she is left making sense of halftruths and confronting the likelihood that she may never know exactly what unfolded on the
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beach on that devastating day.
Back to Bangka is described as a deeply moving intergenerational family story; a gripping retelling and investigation of events that throw a spotlight on women in wartime – in their vulnerabil-
THE Australian Plant Society meets on Thursday, August 24 from 7pm at the Masonic Hall in Appin Street for its annual general meeting plus a Dutch plant auction.
The monthly outing will be the following Sunday, August 27, to a garden near Rutherglen.
For details, phone 5725 7207.
THOONA CWA will mark Jean Hailes
Women’s Health Week with a morning tea on Monday, September 4 at the Thoona Hall.
It will feature guest speakers talking about ovarian and breast cancer and self-test pap smears.
Join the group from 9.30am for a morning of important health discussions in a warm, friendly atmosphere, RSVP August 30 via Robyn, 0429 635 509.
WANGARATTA’S Vocal Dimension will be part of the Three Choirs Festival at Holy Trinity Cathedral on Sunday, September 10 from 2.30pm to 4.30pm.
The event will feature an uplifting repertoire sung by the combined choirs of Vocal Dimension, the Murray Concert Choir and Beechworth Singers.
Tickets are available by visiting https://www.trybooking.com/ events/1082812/sessions/4010998/ sections/2012176/tickets
Everyone welcome, cost for the day is $15 members of $20 non-members.
WANGARATTA Table Tennis Association is hosting a new social
MOYHU Primary School will be bringing back the 80s at their end of term disco being held on Friday, September 15 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm.
All school aged children are welcome and encouraged to dress in their best 80s gear and hit the dance floor, with a DJ and photo booth. Supported by the Rural City of Wangaratta, there will be finger food and cordial with entry by gold coin donation.
MOYHU Primary School will hold a trivia night fundraiser on Saturday, October 14 at the Moyhu Recreation Reserve.
Doors open at 6pm with the first question at 6.30pm and entry is $20 per person which includes a free sausage sizzle (byo drinks and nibbles).
There will be great prizes up for grabs with teams of 10 welcome, and those wanting to be part of a team are encouraged to call 0432 601 337.
GOLDEN guitar winner Graham Rodger will perform at the Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall on Sunday, October 29 at 2pm.
ity and profound strength. Find out more when Georgina Banks speaks at Respect - St John’s Terrace on Saturday, August 19 at 2pm and it is free to attend with all welcome and with no bookings required.
daytime group at the Wangaratta Showgrounds pavilion on Tuesdays from 10am to 12 noon.
People of all ages, from beginners to more experienced players, are encouraged to play singles and doubles in a relaxed, friendly environment, with coaching for beginners.
For more information, phone Maxine on 0403 209 857 or Julie on 0422 321 456.
THE Wangaratta Artists are under new management, and welcome budding artists to come along, and established artists to exhibit in the studio at Batchelor’s Green.
The group meets at the studio on Mondays and Thursdays from 12 noon.
For more information, phone Clare on 0419 365 149.
COME and play mahjong at the Wangaratta RSL on Thursdays from 11am.
Beginners welcome. Contact Jan on 0429 166 016.
WANGARATTA Keenagers Table Tennis Club plays on Mondays and Thursdays at the table tennis centre at the Wangaratta Showgrounds. Play begins at 8am. New players welcome. Morning tea provided – please bring your own cup.
Winner of over 100 country music awards, mark the date in your calendar and enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, with tickets $20 per person.
Book by calling Christine on 0427 276 264, with tickets also available at the door on the day.
For more information, contact Trevor Wolfel on 0476 891 596.
WANGARATTA Sing Australia Group meets each Wednesday from 7.30pm to 9pm at Purbrick Hall, next to Holy Trinity Cathedral.
All welcome – for further information, call Keith Fleet on 0491 114 480 or Cheryl Hoysted on 0419 005 062.
WANGARATTA Concert Band rehearses on Mondays from 6.45pm to 9pm at the Avian Park Raceway Band Room in Newman Street.
New players welcome, contact Helen on 0401 021 448.
GLENROWAN Indoor Carpet Bowls is held at Glenrowan Recreation Reserve Hall each Wednesday – arrive 12.45pm for 1pm start.
The competition runs until 3.30pm–4pm, and is followed by afternoon tea.
For details, phone Frank on 0409 662 462.
COME and try croquet at the Wangaratta Croquet Club, 46 Ryan Avenue, on any Monday, Wednesday or Saturday at 12.30pm.
Equipment and instruction provided in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
For further information, phone club president Susan Fischer on 0417 217 009.
SATURDAY Quilters meet on the first Saturday of the month for a relaxed day of sit, sew and chat, from 10am to 3pm at the Wangaratta Small
Bore Rifle Club, off the river end of College Street.
Contact Colleen on 0427 221 138.
A NEW croquet club has started at the Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club in Merriwa Park.
The group plays on Sunday afternoons, Tuesday afternoons and Thursday mornings, equipment supplied. While the park is closed, the club has found a temporary home for social gatherings at Corowa Croquet Club. For more information, contact Anne on 0490 173 169.
WANGARATTA Symphony Orchestra meets each Tuesday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Wangaratta Baptist Church, 1 Sisely Avenue.
New string and wind players are welcome to come along to rehearsals to try out.
For more information, email wangsymphonyorchestra@gmail. com or call Chloe on 0413 775 027.
WANGARATTA Woodworkers Inc meet at the Wangaratta Showgrounds each Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9am to 12 noon (closing earlier if no-one is present).
The rooms are open on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 7pm to 8.30pm, and Sundays from 10am to 1pm. All welcome.
For more information, contact Bevan on 0437 196 118 or Les on 0412 250 674.
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Thursday, August 31, 2023, 6.30pm.
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HEANEY, Ron.
We watched you grow weary, we knew your time would come, to leave here on earth and go beyond to Mum. No more tears for you to cry, for you missed her so, now you’re with her across the famed rainbow, reunited eternally. Is it so hard not to have you here, will always love and miss you. It will never be goodbye, our memories are forever, and in our hearts you remain. Go onward together with your soulmate and explore the universe.
~ All our love Ray and Jenny.
HEANEY, Ron. Farewell Pop. While earthside our hearts are broken, we know yours is whole again, reunited with Nan.
we are forever grateful for the memories you gave us, and the stories you shared.
“Hoo roo!”
~ Kara, Coby, Genna and Jordan
HILL (Duell), Patricia Gertrude. Passed away August 10, 2023.
Loved mother of Jeanette and mother-in-law of Max. Nan to Darren, Sally, Mark and Lisa. You-Hoo to Ryan, Lillie, Shaylha, Zaine and Peyton. So dearly loved, so sadly missed.
HILL, Pat (Patricia). We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain, loved and remembered every day.
~ John, Jenny, Matthew and Leah.
Passed peacefully August 10, 2023.
Loving memories last forever.
~Ian, Glenys and family.
RICHENS (Abernethy), Barbara Anne.
3/2/1941 – 8/8/2023
Passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side. Aged 82 years. Forever in our hearts.
WHYTE (nee Stebbing) Yvonne Mary.
19/4/1934 – 12/8/2023
Loving wife of Jack (dec).
Loved mother and mother in-law of Lance (dec), Karen and Peter, Robert, Gayle and Keith. Gran of Christopher, Michael, Ben, Hayden and Mitch.
Great Gran of Amelia, Hunter, Beau and Sienna. At Peace.
Reunited with Jack to travel again.
HEANEY
The funeral of Mr Ronald Thomas Heaney will be held at the NJ Todd Funeral Home, 81 Baddaginnie-Benalla Road, Benalla on Saturday, August 19, 2023, commencing at 1pm. Private cremation.
RICHENS (Abernethy), Barabara Anne. Passed away Lutheran Aged Care, Albury. Aged 82 years. Loved sister of Beverley. Brother-in-law of Barry. Aunty of Sharon (dec), Colin (dec) and Robyn and their families. Will be missed but you can rest without pain. Peace.
RICHENS (Abernethy), Barbara Anne.
Passed away Lutheran Aged Care, Albury. Aged 82 years.
~ Loved sister of Beverley and Phyllis (dec). Always remembered. R.I.P.
RICHENS (Abernethy)
The funeral service for the late Barbara Richens (Abernethy) will be held at the Chapel, Conway Funeral Home, 20 South street, Wodonga at 10am on Friday, August 18, 2023. At the conclusion of the service the cortege will depart for the Eldorado Cemetery, Cemetery Road, Eldorado.
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PRESSURE KICK: Sam Newton gets boot to ball in the tackle.
CLEARANCE: Jimi Pell sends the ball flying from the stoppage.
SET SHOT: Samuel Patterson goes for goal.
PHOTOS: Kurt Hickling
HEAD TO HEAD: Junior Magpie Lukas Cannatta tracks down the ball with Wally Startin hot on his heels.
BOUNDARY BALL: Mason Jones keeps the ball in play close to the boundary line.
BEST: KANGAROOS: Hamish Laverty, Curtis Hines, Mario Sacco, Edward Clayton, Jaxon Coleman, Zac O’Shannessy. BENALLA GIANTS: Xavier Wapling, Will Botten, Cooper Binion, Trent Nicholson, Logan Hyland, Leo McNeill. GOALS: KANGAROOS: Mario Sacco 6, Ryley Downing 4, Jaxon Coleman 3, Corey Marjanovic 3, Curtis Hines 2, Edward Clayton 1, Will Graham 1, Hamish Laverty 1, Zac O’Shannessy 1. BENALLA GIANTS: Xavier Wapling 1.
BEST: JUNIOR MAGPIES: Ryley Dalton, Jackson Hewitt, Lukas Allan, Jack James, Keegan Anderson, Jasper Bladon. IMPERIALS: Marshall Semmens, Noah Hall, Luke Griffiths, Jed Marek, Declan O’Sullivan, Will Prebble. GOALS: JUNIOR MAGPIES: Will Phillips 4, Jack James 1, Aaron O’Riley 1, Mark John White 1. IMPERIALS: Dylan Savage 2, Nicholas Kjar 1, Will Prebble 1.
BEST: BENALLA BULLDOGS: Hunter Carter, Sam Gates, Lachlan Glass, Callum Carter, Christian Squires, Jaxon Brunner. CENTRALS: Charlie Kerwin, Kade Hadley, Bailey Paul, Hunter Barry, Angus Jayet, Charlie Eames. GOALS: CENTRALS: Charlie Eames 4, Bailey Paul 4, Kade Hadley
3, Charlie Kerwin 3, Hunter Barry 2, Charlie Curr 2, Patrick Ford 1, Angus Jayet 1, Seth Johnson 1, Jack Lockhart 1. Bright
Tigers 4.10 9.16 13.19 21.26.152
BEST: BRIGHT: Jack Thomson, Aidan Hargreaves, Tyson Brierty, Zac
Bradley, Alan Grasser, Brady Fletcher. TIGERS: Benjamin Hogan, Harry Mullane, Drew Winter, Wil Carmody, Eden White, Dane Fountain. GOALS: BRIGHT: Tyson Brierty 3, Tyke Dobie 1, Cade McGregor 1. TIGERS: Lucas Webb 5, Jock Correll 3, Deacon Cleal 2, Kayden McKelvie 2, Eden White 2, Lucas Alexander 1, Samuel Allan 1, Wil Carmody 1, Ryan McKay 1, Harry Mullane 1, Jayden Whitehouse 1, Drew Winter 1.
College 5.0 6.2 9.6 11.7.73
Mansfield 1.1 4.3 5.4 6.6.42
BEST: COLLEGE: Cormac McNamara, Charlie Haring, Joshua Cook, Hudson Lloyd, Rory Harvey, Fraser Burgan. MANSFIELD: Jack Marks, James Benton, Adam Storer, Charlie Dobson, Trent Berry, Harry Craddock.
GOALS: COLLEGE: Cormac McNamara 6, Hudson Lloyd 2, Charles Fitzgerald 1, Rory Harvey 1, Ayden Peebles 1. MANSFIELD: Adam Storer 4, Mitchell Adams 1, James Benton 1.
BEST: KANGAROOS: Eamon Mullins, Ollie Reynolds, Henry Ackerly, Tyler Hunter, Kieran White, Oscar Edwards. BENALLA GIANTS: Josh Hart, Noah Hogan, Josh Mathieson, Riley Mccarthy, Oliver McNulty, Dustin McCarthy. GOALS: KANGAROOS: Tyler Hunter 3, Eamon Mullins 3, Oscar Edwards 1, Billy Hiskins 1, Kade Jackson 1, Ollie Reynolds 1, Jamie Scheier 1, Archie Symons
GIANTS: Josh Hart
BEST: JUNIOR MAGPIES: Charlie Briggs, Leo Sammon, Will James, Kalti Ross, Maxwell James. IMPERIALS: Charlie Flynn, Max Marek, Archer Direen, Harry Allen, Lenny Campbell, Isaac Robinson. GOALS: JUNIOR MAGPIES: Archie Johnson 1. IMPERIALS: Harry Allen 5, Archer Direen 2, Isaac Robinson 2, Beau Benton 1, Charlie Flynn 1, Max Marek 1, Samuel Savage 1, Aiden Sibraa
BEST: BENALLA BULLDOGS: Nate Nicholas, Luke Welsh, Tom Osborne, Ryder Humphries, Mason Butterworth, Hudson Blyss. CENTRALS: Connor Ormond, Dean Balfour, Kaiden Wohlers, Ryan Parsons, Brooklyn Mawson, Andrew Fraser. GOALS: BENALLA BULLDOGS: Nate Nicholas 1. CENTRALS: Ryan Parsons 6, Cooper Grimshaw
BEST: BRIGHT: Fraser Stephens, Hamish Johnston, Lachlan Russell, Harry West, Gabriel Banks, Luke Carey. TIGERS: William Farrington, Xavier Dodgshun, Sam Morey, Thomas Jones, Oliver Mullane, Nate O’Keefe. GOALS: BRIGHT: Otis Dalbosco 3, Alex Tanaskovic 2, Darcy Andersen 1, Brock Buckland 1, Cash Garratt 1. TIGERS: Mac Correll 4, Jaxon Wickham 2, Mitchell Benton 1, Xavier Dodgshun 1, Henry Gibb 1, Oliver Mullane 1, Marlon Togolo 1.
BEST: COLLEGE: Harrison Bowman, Lenny Sims, Sam Reid, Jay Llewellyn, Hudson McKenzie, Harvey Lyster MANSFIELD BLUE: Liam Smith, Cruz Purday, Sam Hough, Oscar Smyth, Zac Hotton, Harrison Sheeran. GOALS: COLLEGE: Sam Reid 9, Lenny Sims 4, Liam Bigham-Wallis 1, Harrison Bowman 1, Jack Hourigan 1, Kyle Tonkin
1. MANSFIELD BLUE: James Lean 1, Oscar Smyth 1, Mitch Storer 1. Myrtleford
KANGAROOS: Charlie Kelly, Bodi Jackson, Luca Solimo, Maddox Coleman, Earnest Byrne, Harlow Muratore. BENALLA GIANTS: Thomas Snell, Jack Hart, Xavier De Fazio, Noah Cooney, Samuel Mount, Thomas Mount. GOALS: KANGAROOS: Luca Solimo
Charlie Bowen 1, Samuel Mount 1.
JUNIOR MAGPIES: Dodge Lawrey, Samuel Patterson, Riley Sessions, Ollie Parr, Jake Olenczuk, Charlie Wright. IMPERIALS: Judd Campbell, Nate Matthews, Luke Welch, Sidney Smerdon, Aleksia Hayward, Jack Ginnivan. GOALS: JUNIOR MAGPIES: Samuel Patterson 1, Jimi Pell 1, Riley Sessions 1. IMPERIALS: Reece Pearson 1, Ames Rea 1.
BEST: BENALLA BULLDOGS: Nicholas White, Hugh Ross, Oliver Parker, Joshua Montgomery, Ryan White, Ben Wells. CENTRALS: Sonny Gales, Nicholas Jones, Samuel Elkington, Harvey Muraca, Zeke Harding, Patrick Godfrey. GOALS: BENALLA BULLDOGS: Oliver Parker 5, Riley Hilton 2, Joshua Bamford 1, Hugh Ross 1. CENTRALS: Dusty Hogarth 1.
BEST: BRIGHT: Campbell Nightingale, Harris Bruneau, Kobe Buckland, Walter Bailey, Brody Goodall, Ben McConnachie. TIGERS: Jobe Dummett, Murphy Flanigan, Spencer Murray, Blake Kantor, Ollie Fisher, Michael Flanigan. GOALS: BRIGHT: Oliver Kelly 1. TIGERS: Jobe Dummett 1, Lachie Farrington 1, Michael Flanigan 1, Murphy Flanigan 1, Thomas McCully 1, Hugh Sharp 1, Mia Simpson 1.
BEST: COLLEGE: Baiden Hallinan, Cooper Bowman, Luke O’Brien, Jax Borschmann, Tate Llewellyn, Billy Younger. MYRTLEFORD – RED: Gemma Corcoran, Sam Lupo, Jake Jennings, William Koers, Milla Corcoran, Claye Corcoran. GOALS: COLLEGE: Charlie O’Brien 2, Cooper Bowman 1, Luke O’Brien 1, Jack Tonkin 1, Billy Younger 1. MYRTLEFORD – RED: Cooper Roman 1.
THE Victorian Short Course Championships at the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre proved to be a bumper meeting last weekend.
More than 570 swimmers from 35 different clubs from across the state attended the championships with Geelong Swim Club taking out winning honours.
The Wangaratta Amateur Swim Club finished 11 in the team rankings which was a massive effort considering the club had 15 swimmers competing as opposed to Geelong’s 70-plus.
Wangaratta Amateur Swim Club president Allison Allen said everything went to plan.
“Everything went smoothly, it was a fantastic weekend,” Allen said.
“We had 570 swimmers, plenty of spectators and a
packed out stadium which was great to see.
“We had great feedback on the facility and everyone said they loved coming to Wangaratta.
“Another thing people loved was that the outdoor pool was open for swimmers to warm up and cool down as well as train in the Friday night.”
MILAWA Recreation Reserve was awash with past legends last weekend, as the Demons celebrated 50 years since the club’s 1973 reserves premiership, and marked 10 years since securing the Ovens and King FNL double, with premierships in both the seniors and reserves football competitions.
ROUND RESULTS:
Wangaratta Amateur Swim Club had a successful weekend with Max Chandler winning three silver medals, while Gabe Watson won bronze in the 50m breaststroke.
“The whole team, including swimmers, coaches and parents did our club proud as one of the host clubs of
the meet,” Allen said. “All had fun, did their best, and helped ensure the competition was a huge success.”
The short course season now comes to a close with long course meetings next on the agenda.
September will be a huge month with swimmers at-
tending the Victorian State Aged Championships in Melbourne, as well at the Australian Country Championships to be hosted in Darwin.
Wangaratta Amateur Swim Club Victorian Short Course Championships results:
Wangaratta Amateur
Swimming Club had 15 swimmers qualify for the competition.
59 swims in total.
Max Chandler won silver in the 50m backstroke, 50m freestyle and 100m freestyle multi-class events.
Gabe Watson won bronze in the 50m breaststroke.
Harry Allen, Max Chandler, Dylan Dickson, Nina Fortaliza, and Gabe Watson achieved finalist (top 8) positions.
22 personal best times achieved.
Seven new State qualifying times achieved.
Four new Australian Country Championships qualifying times achieved.
24 improved rankings.
11th position overall –punching above our weight with powerhouse clubs like Geelong (1st) and Traralgon (2nd) entering more than 70 swimmers each.
NORTH East Bushrangers Basketball (NEBB) is a collaboration between local North East basketball associations with the commitment of “Creating Realistic Pathways for all North East Athletes”
Eleven NEBB junior teams compete in the Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL) - the highest level junior competition in Victoria.
One NEBB Youth League Men’s (YLM) team competes in the semi-professional Big V competition.
Big V & VJBL consist of teams from both metropolitan and regional Victoria.
U14 Boys 1 46 def by Bellarine 1 58
(Top scorers: Keoni Anderson 21, Harris Kain 15, Connah Hart 5)
U14 Boys 2 43 def by Whittlesea 3 53
(Top Scorers: Joseph Milton 17, Cruz McAuliffe 5, Brock Buckland 4)
U14 Girls 1 31 def by Craigieburn 1 33
(Top Scorers: Ella Mercieca 15, Lily Purss 11, Maisy Moscrop 3)
U14 Girls 2 24 def by Diamond Valley 4 34
(Top Scorers: Maria Hanley 8, Ruby Pickles 6, Winnie Heffernan 4)
U16 Boys 1 66 def Knox 2 33
(Top Scorers: Cooper Clark 19, Connor Breheny 18, Charlie Maher 10)
U16 Boys 2 47 def Altona 3 46
(Top Scorers: Sam Kain 13, Seth Graham 7, Mateo Hanley 7)
U16 Girls 1 49 def Frankston 2 41
(Top Scorers: Lily-Anne McClure 11, Molly Moylan 11, Mekenzie Wood 9)
U16 Girls 2 31 def Keilor 4 30
(Top Scorers: Sienna Sampson 6, Sophia Kotzur 5, Amelia Frazer 5)
U18 Boys 1 62 def Frankston 1 31
(Top Scorers: Lochie Harvey 18, Coen Ainsworth 10, Caleb Wharepapa 10)
U18 Boys 2 65 def Broadmeadows 2 39
(Top Scorers: Zach Schluter 17, Cam Cooper 16, Jac Green 7)
U18 Girls 43 drew Sandringham 2 43
(Top Scorers: Jess Freeman 14, Niamh Moylan 8, Milly Evans 7)
SUNDAY’S 1-0 victory over Cobram Roar continued the run of incredible form for Wangaratta City’s senior women’s side, and sees them within striking distance of a top two finish.
The match at Cobram was a hard-fought contest, with an early flurry of big tackles turning into a slower paced match.
The midfield was evenly matched and both backlines worked well to repel the attacks when they appeared.
While the scores were deadlocked at half-time, Lady Devils’ coach Dan Kelly backed his side in to keep their effort up and take the chances when they came.
It took until the 79th minute when Sarah Morris’ strike broke through the defence and into the back of the net.
WANGARATTA City senior footballers took it up to the second-placed Cobram but ultimately fell short.
The Devils took the trip to Cobram and proceedings didn’t get off to the best of starts with the Roar’s Kieran O’Donnell scoring in the 20th minute to take an early lead.
Five minutes after the half-time break, O’Donnell scored again to give his side a 2-0 buffer and put serious doubt in Wangaratta’s minds.
The Devils didn’t drop their heads though with Tom Christison finding the back of the net in the 64th minute with plenty of time left to find an equaliser.
Unfortunately, that equaliser wasn’t found as the Devils went down 2-1.
Wangaratta City assistant coach Terry Masters said despite the loss, it had been a “super effort” by the team.
“’DK’ (Dan Kelly) hurt his calf on Thursday so we lost him for the weekend which saw Jack Whiley come in for his first full game and Angus Aggenbach had a run in the last five minutes,” he said.
“It the second half we were a chance at pinching a point which was really positive considering they’re the second best team in the league.”
Melrose’s loss to Albury United has the Devils certain to finish in fourth position with one match to go.
With the Devils locked in fourth, Masters saw the clash as an opportunity to experiment.
“We tried to restructure some
BY WILLSON MACK wmack@ nemedia.com.authings so that if we come up against them again in finals we have some different things we can do,” he said.
“We threw Stoycho (Ivanov) forward for the last 15 minutes to see how that would go.
“For us we know our defence has to be strong against them because they have probably the best striker in the league and I thought we held up well.”
Oscar O’Keefe was once again excellent for the Devils, while Ivanov and James Pursell were also solid.
“That game just gives us plenty of confidence that we can match it with them if we play them in finals,” Masters said.
“We had nine players who we couldn’t pick because of injury or unavailability too so there’s a few players to come in still.”
Wangaratta City play Albury United this weekend but it’s unsure whether that game will be played on Saturday night or Sunday.
“Football NSW have a rule that if the Matildas are playing no one else can,” Masters said.
“So if they lose in the semi-final the Matildas play Saturday night so we’ll play Sunday but if they win they’ll play Sunday so we’ll play Saturday night.”
BY NATHAN DE VRIES ndevries@ nemedia.com.au“It was end to end, really one of those games where whoever took their chance was going to win,” Kelly said.
“They definitely were taking the game on, it was just a matter of breaking down the opposition - they were finding it hard to break us down and we were finding it hard to break them down.
“We had more possession, had more of the ball so I just said not to change what they were doing, and when those half-chances come just try to take it.
“It was from Beth’s (Cope) corner on the right-hand side, Leanne (Branson) headed it and the keeper
punched it away - it fell to Sarah on the edge of the box and she smashed it through a crowd of players into the bottom right-hand corner.”
The result continues the Lady Devils’ strong run of form through the back end of the year, with four wins from their last five matches.
Wangaratta sit third on the league ladder with only a handful of matches remaining, with this Saturday’s clash against Albury United a chance to pinch top two, provided United lose their match tonight against Melrose.
Regardless, the Lady Devils will be sure to channel the Matildas’ spirit in their last matches before finals.
The division two women’s side enjoyed their last bye of the year ahead of the match with United this weekend.
GRETA proved they’re the reigning O&K premiers for a reason after handing the previously undefeated Milawa A grade squad a 10 goal loss in their top of the table clash on Saturday.
The Blues led at each break and came home from the Milawa Recreation Reserve with a 48-38 scoreline. Both teams were evenly
■ From back page “We took it up to them though so I’m reasonably happy with how we went, we just need to improve our errors.”
Lavington’s Christine Oguche couldn’t be stopped under the ring shooting 37 of her side’s goals at 77 per cent, while Amanda Umanski led the way for Wangaratta with 20 goals at 62.5 per cent.
The Magpies remain in second position but are just a win ahead of the Panthers now.
Wangaratta plays Myrtleford this weekend before facing the bye in the final round, while the Panthers face Wodonga Raiders who they’re level on points, followed by Albury making it an exciting race for second place.
Meanwhile, Wangaratta Rovers couldn’t get the job done against Wodonga.
The Hawks would’ve seen themselves as a strong chance to grab their second win of the season against the second-last placed Bulldogs but ultimately fell 45-48 in a tight affair at WJ Findlay Oval.
Rebecca Kreltszheim netted 30 goals in the loss, while Sami Kreltszheim shot 15.
The Hawks will be up against it when they meet Yarrawonga this weekend, they will then take on North Albury in the final round, the team they notched their only win over this season.
matched early, but Greta managed to convert on the Demons’ few errors, turning a three goal lead at quarter time to a six goal margin by the half.
The third term was poised on a knife edge, with neither side allowing any easy passages down the court, but the Blues won the quarter by a single goal to head into the final term up 29-36.
Momentum continued
Greta’s way, outscoring the Demons 12 goals to nine to come out on top.
Taylah Reidy was the focal point for the Blues in the shooting ring, making 28 goals from 38 attempts, while Milawa’s Emily Canny only missed one shot from 35 attempts.
Demons coach Kerrie Gray said Greta simply played better on the day.
“We were outclassed
by Greta who dominated all seven positions on the court,” she said.
“They have a way of just getting into their opponents heads and they were very good on the weekend.
“I was pleased with our fight and the girls battled hard all game.
“This was a game that could have seen the margin blow out but to our credit the girls hung in their keeping
the margin to 10.
“Greta from the start were hard at the ball, converted on their opportunities and showed why they have dominated and continue to dominate the competition - they will be tough to beat this season.”
In other round 19 matches, it came down to four goals in North Wangaratta’s match with Bright, with the Hawks picking up their third win of the year with a 35-31 win.
The Bats picked up a handy three goal win over Moyhu to keep Goorambat’s finals hopes alive, while Whorouly’s 34-57 loss to Bonnie Doon has the Lions needing either a win over Greta this weekend, or other results to go their way for them to see September action.
Tarrawingee showed their premiership capabilities with a comprehensive 65-30 win over Benalla.
THERE was another exciting round of Wangaratta Junior Netball contested at the Barr Reserve on Saturday morning.
Results were as follows:
Premier A: Tarra Blue 11
(Abby James/Maddie Jones) def by Magpies White 28 (Pippa O’Connor); Greta Blue 17 (Steph Parsons) def Magpies Black 9 (Peyton Kay); Rovers Gold 20 (Stella Johnson) def by Rovers Brown 27 (Layla Graham). Premier B: Milawa Red 11
(Ellouise Jones) def By Yfnc 18 (Chelsea Phillips); Greta White 10 (Carla Flannigan) def by Myrtleford Black 24 (Sienna Molina); Rovers Pink 14 (Jasmine Smith) def by Rovers Navy 21 (Adele Hamill).
Section 1: Maltesers
26 (Charlotte Smith) def Tarra Red 10 (Caitlyn Mccarthy/Crystal Copeland); Whorouly Cubs 23 (Holly Podubinski) def Milawa Blue 7 (Abby Hart); Milawa White 23 (Millie Johnson) def Rovers Yellow 15 (Ruby Wilson); Bright 9 (Summer
Iles) def by Rovers Black 15 (Mia Gambrell).
Section 2: Alpha Wolves 7 (Asta Elzinger) def by Redbacks 13 (Whole Team); Jellybeans 20 (Annabell Martino) def by Wolf Pack 21 (Bridie Kay); Myrtleford Red 27 (Charlotte Koers) def The
Strikers 22 (Catherine Ford).
Section 3: Sharks 4 (Harley Smith) def by Dream Team 19 (Whole Team); The Diamonds 20 (Maya Symons) def Golden Girls 5 (Grace O’Keefe); Westy Warriors 9 (Ella Tucker) def by Wild West 17 (Evie Fisher).
SEASON 2023 came to a close for Wangaratta Rovers’ open women’s footballers on Sunday, as they went down to last year’s premiers, Lavington Panthers, in the preliminary final at Wodonga’s Martin Park.
Although they didn’t progress to the grand final, Rovers can be immensely proud of the season they put together in a league where the standard of football continues to go from strength to strength.
Sunday’s game was a tough, physical, contested ball encounter.
The Hawks’ pressure was through the roof for the whole game - a trademark of Rovers football over the course of the season - the scoreboard never affecting their effort, determination and commitment to the contest.
The Panthers threw everything at Rovers in the first quarter, and if not for the never-say-die mindset of the Hawks in defence, the Panthers may well have jumped
out to a dangerously large lead.
As it was, the score at quarter time was Rovers 0.0 (0) to Panthers 1.4 (10).
The second quarter played out in similar fashion to the first. Rovers more than matched it with Lavington in the contest and won the clearance battle from the second quarter onwards. However, it was on the outside where the Panthers were able to be more effective, moving the ball well when in possession and shutting down the Rovers’ outlet players when in defence.
While Panthers had the better of the first two quarters, at half-time the match was still there for either team, Rovers 0.0 (0) to Panthers 2.8 (20).
After half-time, Panthers found another gear and were able to convert more of their possessions into points on the board, scoring 3.3 (21) and 2.4 (16) in the third and fourth quarters respectively, while Rovers weren’t able
to get the ball deep enough into their forward line often enough to put the Lavington defence under real pressure.
The scoreboard in the end told the truth about the Panthers’ ability to convert possession into points, but belied the efforts and evenness of the contest in general play by Rovers, who were unable to register a score.
Final score: Wangaratta Rovers 0.0 (0) to Lavington Panthers 7.15 (57).
Best players: Emma Gosbell, Faith Bentley, Sophie Boyle, Ash Foubister, Jacinta Findlay, Bronwyn McGorlick.
The North East Border Female Football League grand final will be played between Wodonga Raiders and Lavington Panthers on August 20 at Birrallee Park in Wodonga.
As for Wangaratta Rovers’ female football teams, they will be back on the park for pre-season in no time, ready to take their football and the club to another level again in season 2024.
If you would like to give AFL a try or you are interested in volunteering or helping at the club please contact Debbie Plattfuss 0481 288 755
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CHEERING their Ballarat Swim Club team mates on poolside in Wangaratta over the weekend were (from left) Bella Till, Luke Gallagher, Liam Orton and Catherine Cornish. They were among almost 600 swimmers at the Victorian Short Course Championships at the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre.
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WANGARATTA couldn’t get over the Ovens and Murray A grade netball’s most in-form side’s.
Going into the clash Lavington had won five straight including wins over premiership favourite Yarrawonga and top five outfit Myrtleford, and they only added to that streak against the Magpies on Saturday.
In tough conditions at the Lavington Sportsground, the clash was destined for a scrappy affair but it was the Panthers who adapted the best to the miserable weather to prevail 39-34 in a close contest.
BY WILLSON MACK wmack@ nemedia.com.au
Wangaratta coach Lou Byrne said her side weren’t at their best.
“There was only a few goals in it and we probably had more of the ball,” Byrne said.
“We made some errors and missed a few goals which was the difference in the end.
“Lavington are the benchmark at the moment, they’re playing well and making a lot less errors than we are, our
error rate is too high.
“I wouldn’t rule us out yet though.”
Byrne admitted the Panthers adapted better to the slippery conditions.
“The court was so slippery, the players were sliding everywhere,” she said.
“At one stage one of their players slid for about three metres so it was horrendous conditions but they adapted to them better.
“The weather made it more of a defensive game from both sides which is why the scoring was low.
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