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WANGARATTA Centre for Continuing Education (The Centre) is once again facing challenging times with a dramatic downturn in enrolments continuing despite pandemic lockdown restrictions easing. The Centre’s board chair, Carol Nolan, said the lack of enrolments was an issue across the sector.

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“In its 60 years of serving Wangaratta and other local communities, The Centre has learnt that demand for education goes up and down, and this year is a

time when we are attracting lower than expected numbers of learners and clients,” Ms Nolan said. “We are experiencing a similar downturn to other educational providers in our sector, which has been compounded by the impacts of COVID restrictions and lockdowns over the past two years.

“There has only been a small increase in enrolments now that restrictions have ended. “Despite our best efforts, we have not been able to attract the required numbers of learners and clients.” Ms Nolan said enrolments in certificate courses at The Centre, for people who pay the full fee, are more

than 30 per cent less than expected. Similarly, there are 25 per cent fewer enrolments for ACFE funded courses, which focus on adult learners who are seeking to prepare for study or work. “As a result, our income has fallen; the board and management have already put in place a series of

measures to combat these challenging circumstances,” she said. “The board and leadership of The Centre are exploring additional measures to manage the downturn, including opportunities to increase our income as well as other short-term relief. ■ Continued page 2

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Centre enrolments have decreased by 25-30 per cent as COVID impact lingers ■

From page 1 “An organisational restructure is one measure we need to take. “We understand and appreciate that this restructure will impact our staff and their families. “We will work through this with care and in consultation with staff and our business partners. “We are confident that with the right organisational structure and support we will continue to support and service Wangaratta and other local communities. “We are working as quickly as

possible to put these measures in place, and thereby address the understandable concerns of our staff and partners.” Ms Nolan said it was too early to say how many jobs could be lost. She agreed the massive increase in free TAFE courses could be affecting other training providers like The Centre, along with the record low unemployment rate. “Like many others, we are very grateful for the support we received (from government) over the past two years to get through COVID, and the continuing

support for adult education,” Ms Nolan said. “We think it is great that so many people can learn new skills for free but, no doubt, the offer of free TAFE courses is very attractive to learners who may have perhaps considered one of our courses. “We don’t have any evidence, but it seems logical that with so many people in employment that there is less demand for retraining or upskilling, especially for some of our courses which are designed to help people find work.”

Back in 2014/15 The Centre faced a major financial shortfall and was on the verge of closing its doors due to falling enrolments mainly caused by unscrupulous online training organisations, but was saved a year later by extra funding from the State Government and seemed to be prospering until COVID-19 hit. Ms Nolan said although she was not involved with The Centre in 2015, with the downturns already mentioned, the current situation is serious and requiring immediate and concerted action.

CONCERNING: Carol Nolan, The Centre board chair, says a dramatic downturn in enrolments is a sector wide issue.

Catholic schools take to the stage to perform ALMOST 150 Catholic school students from Wangaratta’s Our Lady’s, St Bernard’s and St Patrick’s primary schools, and Galen Catholic College took part in a performing arts spectacular held in the city on Tuesday. Sandhurst Arts on Show, held at St Patrick’s Hall in Ford Street, was a day-long opportunity for the students to hone their performing arts skills. It included a series of workshops with members of the Australian School of Performing Arts. Students and teachers have been working with the school of performing arts to prepare for the festival, practising in their school settings over the past two terms in the lead-up to Tuesday. Claire Spinelli, Catholic Education Sandhurst’s education officer for the arts, said Sandhurst Arts on Show provided an opportunity for schools to perform rehearsed and prepared repertoire, and to showcase the capacity and skills of Sandhurst Arts teachers and students. “The arts are an integral aspect of Sandhurst schools,” she said. “The partnership between CES Ltd schools and Australian School of the Performing Arts is well-established, and provides the opportunity to expose and engage students in the choral arts. “Since its inception in 2009, the program has expanded to incorporate Sandhurst Arts on Show.”

Regional family violence court push gains momentum WANGARATTA-based state MP Tania Maxwell and local organisations will stage a roundtable discussion next Tuesday to plan future advocacy for the establishment of a specialist family violence court and legal aid office in the North East. The Derryn Hinch’s Justice Party MP for Northern Victoria, Wodonga-based Hume Riverina Legal Service, and the Wangaratta-based Centre Against Violence say demand is so strong for family law services across communities where 140,000 people live that many are turned away or have to wait long periods for appointments. “There’s no specialist family violence court or Victorian Legal Aid office in the region to help victims of family violence,” Ms Maxwell said. “HRCLS - the only free legal service in the North East and southern NSW - describes this as ‘a serious injustice’. “More than 80 per cent of its clients experience or are at risk of family violence.” The roundtable comes as the latest Crime Statistics Agency data released yesterday shows the number of family incidents exceeded the state average by 82.1 per cent in Benalla, 52.3pc in Wodonga and 50.2pc in Wangaratta in the year to June 30. Compared with an average 1373.5 family incidents per 100,000 people in Victoria for the period, police and other agencies recorded 2501 incidents in Benalla, 2063 in Wangaratta and 2092 in Wodonga.

RAISING THEIR VOICES: Wangaratta Catholic primary school students perform the ‘High School Musical’ song ‘We’re All in This Together’, led by Laura Aldous from the Australian School of Performing Arts. PHOTO: Jenni Kennedy Singing, dancing, drama and choral performances were all included in the high-energy event. The Wangaratta performance followed on from those held in Echuca, Kyabram, Shepparton, Cobram and Bendigo, with Wodonga also hosting an event on Tuesday. The roadshow rolled on to Myrtleford and Benalla on Wednesday and Thursday, completing three weeks of performances which have involved more than 2000 students from Catholic schools in the Sandhurst diocese.

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March court hearing in Melbourne for former Bruck trio DEFENCE lawyers of former Bruck Textiles' executives who are facing charges linked to the dispersal of employee entitlements, have requested easier access to some 17,000 documents lodged by the prosecution in the case. A committal mention was held at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday concerning defendants including former Bruck Textiles chair Philip Bart, chief financial officer Ronald Johnson and former chief execu-

tive officer Geoffrey Parker. The three face allegations they entered into an agreement to prevent or significantly reduce the recovery of entitlements for employees, following the business’ sale to Australian Textile Mills (ATM) in July 2014. It is alleged the sale of assets for $1 to Parker and Johnson’s new business ATM left up to 60 redundant employees unable to access entitlements totaling around $3.48 million.

On Wednesday the defence raised concerns over the volume of evidence and asked whether the prosecution could deliver more reasonable access to the documents. A special mention will be held prior to a March 2023 committal hearing for the purposes of discussing the scope of providing to the defence more streamlined access to the high volume of documents concerning the case. Another purpose of this

week’s mention was to discuss the prosecution’s objection to the cross-examination of three witnesses. One of the witnesses is a provider of payments to companies which have gone into liquidation. Another will give evidence in relation to the availability of government grants at the time of the liquidation. And a third is an expert who gave a valuation of the Bruck premises and shares that were sold at the time.

The cross-examination of an expert to explore the notion that the availability of grants were generally declining at the time was accepted by Magistrate Rohan Lawrence. Another assertion by the defence was made about the prosecution’s summary in that it insinuated “a flavour” that transactions relating to payments were not of fair value. The court heard that there was a difference of $500,000 between claims made by em-

New public holiday bemuses BY STEVE KELLY skelly@ nemedia.com.au

ANOTHER public holiday, this time to commemorate the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, will have varying impacts on local businesses with penalty rates forcing several to shut their doors. With what will be a four-day weekend for most including the grand final public holiday next Friday, businesses which relish tourist clientele are hoping people flock to the region from Melbourne and other areas of Victoria and NSW. The downside is business owners will have to fork out public holiday penalty rates for Thursday and Friday of next week. George Prothero, managing director of Wangaratta manufacturer Alpine Truss, isn’t happy about the public holidays as they will have to cease operations during a time of extreme demand for product. “We’re extremely busy and just trying to service our customers on a day to day basis and we can’t afford two days off in the one week,” he said.

VISITORS WELCOME: A four-day long weekend next week due to the Queen’s passing and grand final day could be bonus for some businesses, but not for others. Pictured are Business Wangaratta chair Dave Fuller, Peter Joyce at Lili Murdoch at Cafe PreVue. “But we also can’t afford to work on the public holidays because it would cost us $30,000 a day.” It comes at time the timber manufacturing industry has been hamstrung due to bushfires in 2020, COVID-19 restrictions, a major shortage of timber, and the workforce skills shortage. “All of this and they go and throw another public holiday in to make it even harder,” Mr Prothero said. Hospitality business Charlies Burgers welcomes any public holidays, with owner Jonathan Sanders believing they generally

generate more business. “It is sad that she (Queen) passed away, but I have always had the philosophy that the more public holidays, the more people spending money, so I am very excited to have another public holiday,” Mr Sanders said. “I spoke to a few local businesses this week and yes it’s great there are more people coming through the door, but the only downside is that operators need to pay more wages. “You can’t win, but overall I reckon the more public holidays we have, the better.” Booking for hospitality

venues was vital during the heavy COVID-19 restriction periods to help with staffing resources, but Mr Sanders said he is not fazed by people walking in without a booking. Commerce group Business Wangaratta chair Dave Fuller said there have been mixed reactions from business operators he’d spoken to, with one saying they were flustered as they scrambled to rejig deliveries and stock availability. “One business said they would likely close the Thursday, which was a shame given it will be school holidays, but added

the monarch did deserve recognition,” Mr Fuller said. “Another queried why they chose that date, and felt it much better to have had it on Monday, November 1 prior to cup day - especially given the Queen’s love of horses. “Other feedback included that they hope next year the grand final public holiday is removed, or at least from regional Victoria. “One thought a guiding light would be the four-day weekend in Victoria might bring a steady trade of business people out of the metro area, on top of the school holiday trade.”

ployees and what was dealt out. The case had previously been moved from Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court on September 1, as Magistrate Peter Dunn noted the likely impossibility of finding an impartial jury if the matter was heard in Wangaratta. Mr Lawrence set a date for a committal hearing from March 6-28 at Melbourne Magistrate’ Court, which will follow a special mention likely in December or January.

Police presence at O&K grand final POLICE will be on patrol at the Ovens and King grand final matches at Wangaratta’s WJ Findlay Oval tomorrow to curb any anti-social behaviour. Testing for alcohol and drugs will also be set up on roads near the venue and police urge patrons to be on their best behaviour. The O&K grand final usually attracts a large crowd and with several clubs in the mix across the football and netball fixture, the only thing that will dampen numbers is forecast rain. “There will be increased police presence during the day in and around public order and safety at the ground,” Acting Sergeant Craig Robinson of Wangaratta police said. “On exiting the venue people can expect to see high visibility policing with the focus being on responsible driving around impairment and safety. “At this stage it’s forecast for inclement weather and we ask people to drive appropriately to the conditions to allow themselves plenty of time to get to and exit the venue.”

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School maintenance blitz for North East schools SEVEN schools across the North East are among 111 schools to share in a multimillion dollar maintenance blitz, which includes painting, resurfacing and fixing roofs and windows. As part of the Term 3 Planned Maintenance Program:  Edi Upper Primary School has been allocated

a total of $65,000 for high priority maintenance tasks.  Greta Valley Primary School has been allocated a total of $10,000 for high priority maintenance tasks.  Whitfield District Primary School has been allocated a total of $50,000 for high priority repair and maintenance works.  Springhurst Primary

School has been allocated a total of $490,00 for high priority maintenance works on the school’s Shelter in Place building.  Rutherglen High School has been allocated a total of $215,000, for high priority maintenance works on the school’s Shelter in Place building.  Wandiligong Primary

School has been allocated a total of $145,000. This includes $120,000 for high priority maintenance works on the school’s Shelter in Place building and $25,000 for high priority maintenance works around the school. • Porepunkah Primary School has been allocated a total of $10,000 for high priority maintenance tasks.

Labor’s Northern Victoria MP Jaclyn Symes said the program will see schools across the state share in $11.24 million for various works, including the repair or replacement of solar power systems. Ms Symes said the government was now ahead of schedule in opening 100 new schools by 2026, with 75 new schools opening be-

tween 2019 and 2024 - ensuring every student can access a great local school and a quality education no matter where they live. “This investment ensures schools across the North East are safe and comfortable - giving our students the best possible settings to learn and thrive in,” she said.

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TONIGHT the Wangaratta and District Girl Guides will celebrate their 90th birthday with a campfire and sausage sizzle attended by past leaders and Guides. If it is raining the celebration will be held indoors. The Wangaratta district has been a vibrant one for all Guides since October 1931, at one time with seven active units. Wangaratta district manager Jan Vonarx shared some of the group’s history in the lead up to the anniversary. “Girl Guides started in Wangaratta in early 1931 when a Wangaratta Cub mistress was travelling to Melbourne on the morning train and was asked to present a bouquet of flowers to Lady Baden-Powell - the wife of Lord Baden-Powell who founded the Scouting movement - who was a passenger on the train,” she said. “While they were talking, Lady Baden-Powell asked why there weren’t any Girl Guides in Wangaratta. “When she got home, Mrs Browne asked the Scout commissioner at the time, Dr Godby, if Mrs Godby would be interested in starting Girl Guides. “Mrs Godby then contacted Una Hoysted, Muriel Sadler,

GUIDING LIGHT: Hazel Smith out front the hall that bears her name in Ryan Avenue in 1986. Eileen Robbie and Hazel Smith to see if they were interested in training and becoming Girl Guide leaders. “She also asked Mrs North, who had been a Brownie leader before coming to Wangaratta and Leila Howell and Edith Sadler. “Training was by correspondence with Guide leaders from Melbourne and other districts and then these ladies were tested for their tenderfoot on July 27, 1931 when they all made their promise.” In October 1931 the first meeting of the 1st Wangaratta Guide Company was held in the art room and sometimes in the quadrangle of the Docker Street

Technical School (now TAFE). In March 1932 the first enrolment for 1st Wangaratta Guides was held and on October 18, 1932 the Swallow Patrol from 1st Wangaratta, with Eileen Robbie and Hazel Smith, started the 2nd Wangaratta Guide Company, and they met in St Paul’s Hall (Presbyterian Church). “During the war years 1st Wangaratta lost their leaders so they worked with the 2nd Company until they combined as 1st Wangaratta,” Jan said. “Over the years these Girl Guide groups have closed down and then re-opened again. “Girl Guides in Wangaratta once had four guide units, six Brownie packs, one Ranger

Guide unit and one Gumnut Guide unit. “Unfortunately Wangaratta only has one unit at the present time. “This is not for lack of interested girls wishing to join but getting leaders to volunteer their time has been harder and harder over the years.” Today the Australian Guide Program is a non-formal educational program based on shared leadership and decision making at all ages. Camping has changed, the uniform has changed and all Guides have a say in how the program is run and this has helped develop girls in decision making and leadership. “We are desperately looking for Guide leaders so we can open another unit,” Jan said. “Without leaders Girl Guides wouldn’t be able to survive. “Volunteering for Girl Guides is an extremely fulfilling role, especially watching the Guides grow into confident young women taking on the challenges of the world. “Our mission statement is ‘Empowering girls and young women to discover their potential as leaders of their world’”. Leaders have to go through a training process and also have a Working with Children Check, Police Check and also Child Safe training and First Aid. If anyone is interested, please email Jan Vonarx: jan.vonarx@ guidesvic.org.au.

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Festival to focus on mental health and wellbeing THE “kernel of an idea” to unite the region’s providers, and at the same time build greater community mental health awareness, has grown into a planned afternoon festival to be held in Wangaratta next month. Marking World Mental Health Day on Monday, October 10, the Grit and Resilience Festival will run from 4pm to 6pm in the King George Gardens, offering a great chance for the community to connect, develop its resilience, and learn more about the services available locally. The Wangaratta Grit and Resilience Program, Mind Australia and the Centre Against Violence have partnered to host the event, which aims to be lots of fun, according to Mind Australia’s Nush Abikhair. “It says a lot about Wangaratta’s community that from

UNITED: Paige Warner from Centre Against Violence, Mind Australia’s Nush Abikhair, and Sarah Blatchford from the Wangaratta Grit and Resilience Program are looking forward to the Grit and Resilience Festival, to be held in the King George Gardens on World Mental Health Day, October 10. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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this kernel of an idea which was presented to councils in the region, Wangaratta took it on and built it into a festival,” she said. “The festival is going to be a fabulous, positive, fun event. “It’s an opportunity for community and services to celebrate connection and inclusion in the wonderful Wangaratta community. “I’m really excited to be part of it. “There are so many organisations in Wangaratta; we have really wonderful support here, but they can be siloed, so this is a great opportunity to let people know what is available and where to go for support. “Prevention is better than

cure, so reaching out when things are starting to go pearshaped is much better than waiting until everything falls in a heap.” Sarah Blatchford from the Wangaratta Grit and Resilience Program said the program’s team had been keen to mark World Mental Health Day in some way. “This event is a lot of the work we do coming together in one place, and we really wanted it to be fun,” she said. As such, the festival will involve live music, drop-in yoga sessions, giant games, a barbecue, and plenty more fun during the afternoon and early evening event in the gardens. “We have encouraged pro-

viders to have something interactive as part of their display, and we’re looking forward to seeing their creative ideas,” Ms Blatchford said. Jaime Chubb, Centre Against Violence chief executive officer, said the festival would be a fantastic way to celebrate the importance of mental health and wellbeing. “The Centre Against Violence team is very excited to join council’s Grit and Resilience Program and Mind Australia alongside many other organisations for this debut event,” she said. “It is important for all of us to understand mental health better, not only for ourselves, but for our friends and family.”

Along with a range of interactive activities, the festival will feature mental health and wellbeing stallholders providing an opportunity to find out about the services and supports available in the local area - all in a relaxed, informal setting. “It’s been a turbulent few years for our rural city, experiencing both climate impacts and the pandemic,” Marcus Goonan, Rural City of Wangaratta director community and infrastructure, said. “I am thrilled that we can bring an event like this to our community which is all about connection, fun and wellbeing.” All members of the commu-

nity are invited to come along to the King George Gardens on Monday, October 10 for the festival, to connect and share in some wellbeing-focused frivolity. “We want this to involve the whole community; especially after years of being in and out of lockdown and COVID having an impact on mental health, this is a great opportunity to reconnect, and promote the importance of looking after ourselves and each other,” Paige Warner from Centre Against Violence said. For more information about the event, follow the Grit and Resilience Program online at www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/ Residents/Grit-Resilience

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Helping kick education goals on and off the field AN education program in Wangaratta designed for aspiring AFL players and led by former Richmond defender Alex Rance is encouraging students to pursue pathways that better prepare them for life beyond the paddock. With grade 10 and 11 students currently weighing up their options for 2023, The Academy is calling on male students with a passion for AFL to undertake VCAL in an AFL-stimulated environment that leads to career pathways both on and off the field. The Academy combines students’ passion for football with learning pathways that align with their other strengths and interests. A percentage of graduates go onto university, while many enter the workforce or pursue a trade. The Academy has an experience day for families to learn more about the program at Wangaratta on Monday, September 26, from 12:30pm - 4pm. Mr Rance said the experience day will give students a condensed snapshot of what day to day life is like at The Academy.

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“We will do some running, testing and skills but we will also be doing some numeracy and literacy which will be based on their passion and a bit of pathway planning,” he said. The Academy has been operating in Wangaratta since last year and has proved successful in its short lifespan. Mr Rance said 22 of a possible 25 students enrolled into the Wangaratta campus this year and many have enjoyed the engaged learning experience, especially being a lockdown free year. “It’s going really, really well,” he said. “I think talking to students about how they best learn and what they’ve shown during lockdowns is that computer screens are not the best way to learn, we need to passionately engage in what we’re doing, so whether that’s out on the footy field or in the classroom it needs to be aligned with your passion and getting the most out of it”

Students hone their football skills while on the education side students head down a path of their choosing. One of those students is Brayden George, who has been a member of The Academy since relocating to Wangaratta last year. He is touted by many to be a first round draft pick in this year’s AFL draft, and he said the professional preparation habits within a football season has been one of his biggest takeaways from the experience. “Things I’ve taken the most from it all would have to be the leadership side of it all and probably the professional mind set from switching from a normal mainstream school to a kind of more professional environment,” he said. “Making new friendships and meeting new people moving to a town I’d never been to and making some really strong bonds is something I’m really grateful for.” To register for The Academy experience day, visit https://theacademy.com.au/ events/.

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THANKSGIVING: Anglican Diocese of Wangaratta Bishop Clarence Bester is inviting members of the public to attend a service of thanksgiving for the life of Queen Elizabeth II this Saturday at the Holy Trinity Cathedral. PHOTO: Steve Kelly

Seeking hosts for young jazz artists By SIMONE KERWIN

Cathedral to host thanksgiving service for the Queen’s life faithful Christian disciple,” Anglican Diocese of Wangaratta Bishop Clarence Bester said. “As the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, the Queen lived out her faith every day of her life in patient, humble, selfless service. “The Queen spoke of a faith that gave the light that no darkness could overcome.”

WANGARATTA’S Holy Trinity Cathedral will host a special service of thanksgiving for the life of Queen Elizabeth II tomorrow from 12 noon. Locals are invited to join fellow community members and clergy to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s life as they mourn her death. “The Queen lived her Christian faith and was a

Bishop Bester said Queen Elizabeth’s “impact, influence and steadfast presence continued to be a shining light” through decades of change and challenge. “She was a tireless champion of decency and humanity, her life deeply rooted in her Christian faith provided an example to us all,” he said.

HOSTS will be sought from within the Wangaratta community to accommodate students and emerging artists visiting the rural city for October’s Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues. The festival is preparing to return for its first live iteration since 2018, following a break in 2019 to work on safeguarding its future, and then two years impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Festival representative Dave Fuller said a registration point on the festival’s website would be set up in coming days for those who may be able to provide accommodation for young artists planning to travel to Wangaratta for the festival. The arrangement harks back to the days of the festival’s ‘home stay’ initiative, which encouraged locals to open their residences to visiting jazz fans. Mr Fuller said festival organisers were also exploring options for group sharing at venues with the appropriate facilities for students, to accommodate the influx of visitors. “And we will be looking for help with

transport for our young artists and students as well,” he said. Mr Fuller said local accommodation houses were among the businesses which had offered great support for the festival. “It’s great to see visitors returning and boosting accommodation providers after the three year absence of the festival,” he said. “Accommodation is one of our biggest outlays - nearly 10 per cent of our expenses - and we appreciate the flexibility and availability of local providers.” Mr Fuller said the event would inject an anticipated $60,000 into the accommodation sector across its three day duration. Those considering offering their assistance with this year’s ‘host family’ initiative can look out for further information in coming weeks on the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz website, www. wangarattajazz.com The volunteer program for the festival, which will run from Friday, October 28 to Sunday, October 30, is also set to go live online soon.

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Footy, netball finales need your support FOR three years rural communities have missed celebrating the grand finals of their respective winter competitions but tomorrow for the O&KFNL that day returns. Taking place at the WJ Findlay Oval it‘s the opportunity for all footy and netball fans, or anyone who is making up lost time attending live events, to come out and witness something special. In every grand final there is something to see, not just the celebration of the winners, but the tension and excitement of the contest as players in all grades of football and netball give their all for their club. There will be winners and of course losers, heroes and most likely a few villains, all taking part in the unscripted drama that is live sport. It‘s also a big day for fundraising as clubs take on various roles on the day to earn much needed revenue that was so badly impacted by COVID–19 lockdowns. Never mind the weather, this is country footy and netball on the big arena with all the atmosphere we missed throughout 2020 and 2021, and to ensure it continues into the future it needs bums on seats. This is the place to take the family or your friends to share in the action and create your own lifelong memories. Sport and live entertainment have fought back bravely to resume their integral role in our lives; for mental and physical wellbeing, as well as economic benefits they bring but without specators, they lose part of their magic. Become a ‘player‘ in this event yourself and feel the rewards without even raising a sweat or straining a muscle. The game will thank you for it.

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FACEBOOK users this week commented on new Wangaratta Agricultural Society secretary Charmanne Bennet stepping up to the role and learning from outgoing secretary Bev Tiffin.

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Keep the monarchy, it has worked well JOHN Suta writes (Wangaratta Chronicle, September 14) that he wants a republic. I see no benefit in Australia becoming a republic to achieve constitutional independence. Severing ties with Britain denies our history, our heritage. Histories of Britain and Australia, whether good or bad, are past and cannot change. Neither do I acknowledge past history for which I bear no responsibility. I do not see Australia being better governed by becoming a republic. Queen Elizabeth II throughout her life and 70 year reign showed her commitment to duty and service, with devotion, honour, dignity and credibility. Her life long declaration to duty and service is on public record. Queen Elizabeth II is testimony to the success of a Constitutional Monarchy unparalleled in world history. I believe this world has lost a truly remarkable monarch. Our Queen. A constitutional monarchy is apolitical, above, unconnected with government, has no parliamentary input in legislation or enacted law. We are already independent. Australia’s ties with the UK are a merely ceremonial connection. What possible benefit is there in an Australian republic? I see none. I do not support Australia becoming a republic. Compared with the above, a president or republican government differs significantly, without separation between head of state (president) and the parliamentary system. Phillip Servaes, Wangaratta

Prepare ahead for natural disasters COMMUNITIES across Australia are reeling from the compounding effects of fires, floods, cyclones and the global pandemic, and there can be no doubt that more challenges will emerge. Australian Red Cross is urging people to act now to prepare for the inevitable disasters ahead. Red Cross has long known the value of communities and individuals taking

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CUPCAKES FOR MENTAL HEALTH: Galen Catholic College had their World Suicide Prevention day yesterday to help raise awareness of suicide prevention and checking in on friends. Conor Lide helped serve tables full of cupcakes. All proceeds for the day went to R U OK? Day funds. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling time to plan and prepare for potential disasters. That value has now been underscored by a Curtin University report into the effectiveness of our emergency preparedness programs for people who lived through the devastating 2021 Wooroloo Bushfire in the Perth Hills. Preparedness is an essential part of life in Victoria, where we have experienced major fires, floods and storms in recent years, along with isolation during the pandemic. This month marks our annual campaign to encourage people to prepare ahead for disasters, because preparedness has been found to improve how people experience disasters and how they recover from them. Excellent resources on the Red Cross website www.redcross.org.au/prepare which include steps to create your own emergency plan. Download the Red Cross Get Prepared App, prepare a survival kit, emergency contacts list, and keepsake list, and understand ways to help manage stress. With disaster season almost upon us, I urge people to start thinking now about how they will manage. Lisa Devlin, director, Australian Red Cross, Victoria

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NOTE: Comments as they appear online, without corrections. Facebook users also commented on the announcement of a oneoff public holiday on Thursday, September 22 as a National Day of Mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away last week.

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Oxley Knitters’ 20th anniversary

• (From left) Helen Hill, Joy Hester, Jenny Shearer and Barb Griffiths.

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MEMBERS of the Oxley Knitters celebrated their 20th anniversary with a delicious lunch at the King River Café at Oxley on August 27. Members reminisced about that fateful day of August 10, 2002 when a group of friends gathered at Jenny Brown’s house to enjoy some knitting together. Little did they know at the time that this would be the beginning of the Oxley Knitters which has had a focus of friendship, knitting, social activities and wonderful Knitaway weekends to various places in the North East over a period of 20 years. Member Joy Hester said the group has enabled the sharing of ideas, boosting of confidence through the practice and learning of technical skills, the development of creativity, the forming of networks and friendships and the advertising to the community of the value of these crafts. “It has also been a catalyst for house cleaning and enjoyment of some scrumptious afternoon teas in members’ homes,” she said. “The group grew in numbers rapidly and the members met in private homes once a month and at the King River Café once a month. “With the problems associated with the pandemic, this has now developed into two meet-

• (From left) Donna Prentice, Robyn Harrison and Dwi Rochfort. ings at the King River Café and two meetings at Café Martini in Wangaratta each month. “We are most grateful to these cafes for allowing us to meet and knit on Saturday afternoons. “Our wonderful leader Jenny Brown has been extremely generous in sharing her outstanding skills in knitting and crocheting and we are so grateful to her for having had the initial idea of forming such a group.” Ms Hester said several group projects were created under the expert leadership of Helen Hill. “For the 2015 Stitched Up Festival which had the theme ‘Connecting Threads to Ideas, Place and People’, the Oxley Knitters made a collaborative piece inspired by a stormy South African beach, covered in bamboo kelp,” she said. “The image was captured using 2D and 3D knitted forms.”

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SPECIALISTS REQUIRED: CAV counsellor Wen Hall said they desperately need more appropriately trained specialists to be available in multiple locations across Victoria to help reduce victim survivor wait times.

More resources are needed to assist victims of sexual assault WANGARATTA’S Centre Against Violence (CAV) is advocating for more to be done to reduce wait times for forensic medical examiners (FME) to arrive to be there for victims of sexual assault. Wen Hall, CAV sexual assault counsellor advocate, said she has worked with victim survivors that have travelled long distances to receive an FME, sometimes leaving young children behind and heading to an unfamiliar town. “Extended wait times

after sexual abuse mean victim survivors are not able to wash, change their clothes or get the additional supports they need,” Ms Hall said. “We see firsthand how these issues can add to the trauma for victim survivors. “We desperately need more appropriately trained specialists to be available in multiple locations across Victoria to help reduce victim survivor wait times and keeping perpetrators accountable.”

CAV staff are on-call 24 hours to attend and offer emotional support, practical assistance and information about the options that are available to someone who has recently been sexually assaulted, for example how to make a police statement, get medical care, or have a forensic examination. They can be contacted by calling the state-wide Sexual Assault Crisis Line (SACL) 1800 806 292 (24 hours per day, seven days a week).

Incubator nurtures new businesses STARTUP Shakeup will hold a launch event for its latest ‘Incubator’ cohort in Wangaratta on Thursday, September 29. The Startup Shakeup community is a ticket to networking and educational events for local startup businesses, and its Incubator program runs over six months. Successful applicants to the program have the chance to view and implement learnings in a group environment, based in Wangaratta. The Incubator includes two days of a combination of self-paced, online and applied learning, along with expertly-facilitated group sessions, presented in a mix of face-to-face and online workshops. Those who complete the program receive the guidance, structure, capabilities and support needed to sustain and successfully get their new businesses off the ground. Incubators have been made possible through fund-

ing from the State Government and LaunchVIC, and offer $20,000 worth of expertise at a subsidised cost (local government scholarships are available for businesses located within Wangaratta, Alpine, Indigo, Benalla, Mansfield and Towong council areas). Next week’s event at the Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway will see the most recent Incubator cohort launch its ideas, with those attending given an exclusive first look at what these innovative entrepreneurs have developed as their ‘minimum viable product’, and a chance to listen to their pitches before they go live to market. Tickets are $15, and are available via the link at www. startupshakeup.org Participants joining the October Incubator cohort will also be welcomed as the success of the current group is celebrated. There is still time for locals to apply for the next program, with more infor-

mation available at https:// startupshakeup.org/incubator Lyndal from Meadow and Marsh, a member of the current cohort, said the program helped her realise the start-up journey didn’t need to be a lonely one. “Through the Incubator model, I have gained so much from weekly sessions with like-minded individuals all riding the same startup wave; sharing in the joy from everyone’s little wins, having a focus group at my fingertips, and accessing masterclasses and weekly content that has been invaluable in my startup journey,” she said. Startup Shakeup is also planning an ‘online bootcamp’ for Friday, October 7. It will be an interactive workshop showing participants how to create an innovative and tech-enabled business. For details, see the ‘things to do and programs’ section on the www.startupshakeup. org website.

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Record pollen count for spring hayfever season SEPTEMBER marks the official beginning of hayfever season and the one in five Aussies who experience the condition are being warned of a record pollen count expected this year. Allergic rhinitis caused by pollen allergy can lead to symptoms such as an itchy, runny nose and itchy, watery eyes and sometimes can lead to poor sleep. By being prepared, people can live less impacted by their hayfever symptoms, which can be more prevalent in spring due to an increase in pollen from grass, weeds and trees, and carried easily by wind. South Wangaratta Medical Centre GP pharmacist Deborah Hawthorne said the body identifies something like pollen as a dangerous substance and launches an attack in the way of signs and symptoms. “Each person will react differently to various allergens, and identifying the cause of your hay fever is important; which will hopefully allow you to minimise any future exposure or plan strategies to help in hay fever management,” she said. “Untreated allergens can precipitate asthma or make asthma harder to control, so it becomes especially important to treat hay fever if you have an asthma diagnosis.” Ms Hawthorne said minimising mites, pet hair and mould in the house will help limit hayfever this spring.

STOCK UP: South Wangaratta Medical Centre’s Dr Dung ‘Sunny’ Ho and GP pharmacist Deborah Hawthorne are getting supplies ready for this hayfever spring season. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling “Remain indoors if possible, avoid mowing lawns, shower after pollen exposure, wear sunglasses to ensure pollen doesn’t come into contact with eyes, and use a dryer for clothes and bedding,” she said. Medications are the most utilised form of treatment with antihistamines, intranasal corticos-

teroids and nasal sprays being the most popular. A spokesperson from Telfast said to keep your home spaces allergy free use an air purifier and wear a mask to limit airflow containing allergens. “Useful for a range of purposes, an air purifier helps by filtering the air, which can include pollutants and

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allergens,” the spokesperson said. “Wearing a mask creates a physical barrier between your airways and external allergens. “A mask can help reduce the chances of being exposed to pollen, allergens, and pollutants”. If you require support, please contact your GP or pharmacist for management advice of hay fever.

MP urges locals to beware of scammers WANGARATTA-based Ovens Valley MP, Tim McCurdy, is urging locals to be vigilant when signing up to unsolicited rebate schemes. Mr McCurdy said he is aware of an alarming trend of companies leaving locals high and dry in order to exploit one of the government’s various energy rebate schemes. He said “dodgy companies” are offering to upgrade old hot water systems, and either do not show up, or take months to continue to the next step. “This extends beyond hot water; the government has set these schemes up and as with most things the government handles, they have dropped the ball,” he said. “I recently spoke in Parliament on a bill that was patching up on a big loophole that saw a Melbourne business left with 14 fridges on their door. “It is clear that many companies are out to rort the system.” Mr McCurdy said these companies are almost impossible to get in contact with and are poorly regulated. “Many of the companies that are approved providers do not have a shop front, and certainly not one in regional Victoria,” he said. “I encourage everyone who is interested in taking up the rebate offer, to first talk to your local plumber or electrician, and see whether they are able to do the works for you.”

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“Diversity is the one true thing we all have in common… Celebrate it everyday” – Winston Churchill Everyday at Merriwa, we are blessed to be surrounded by the diversity of our people. The most important part of our diversity it not just that it exists, but that we genuinely celebrate it and embrace it everyday as part of our embedded culture. Just one look at our featured articles and you will see examples of learning and empowerment, celebration of team, diversity, inclusion and respect, and passion and drive for our organisation in the community. The principles of empathy, respect, inclusion and empowerment guide the way we lead and support each other. A wonderful example of this has been welcoming new team member,

It’s not everyday you get to work with Elvis Presley, but at Merriwa we have the pleasure of working alongside Elvis in Wodonga! New to Merriwa, Elvis joined the team last month and is a joy to have on our team. Having started at Wodonga and working one day per week, Elvis feels like he is part of the team already, “I love it here (at Merriwa), everyone is friendly, they treat me with respect and all of the staff are great.” Elvis is a local performer and says every performance is special, “I love performing, it makes me feel really good. I can perform at private functions including weddings, parties and birthdays and my favourite songs to perform are That’s All Right Mama, Hound Dog and Blue Suede Shoes.” “One of my most memorable performances was at the Elvis Festival in Parkes, NSW. I was able to get up and sing ƙZI SJ )PZMWŞ WSRKW ERH [MPP VIXYVR XS XLI festival in January 2023.” Elvis also spoke of his trips to America, visiting Memphis, Nashville and Chicago, “We visited Graceland in Memphis and it just felt like home to me. We walked through the house and it has 23 bedrooms and the grounds are just amazing. We were also able to meet the Cash family (Johnny Cash) after a show in Nashville and that was incredible. Our next trip to America will be to Las Vegas and I can’t wait for that.” Elvis’ talents go far beyond his musical ability and performances, and he is

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widely involved in his local community, participating in ten pin bowling, guitar lessons and playing AFL for the Wodonga Bulldogs (formerly Wodonga Jets). Starting AFL at the age of 8, his passion for footy continues as he barracks for the Sydney Swans and he plays locally in the all abilities AFL competition, “I’ve played 549 games of footy and kicked 549 goals. I play full forward and love it, the club is great.” His Support Worker Bob Reid is proud to be involved and support Elvis, saying “He is very independent and has a lot of

drive and determination, and loves being involved in the community. We catch up for coffee and we have a laugh and say how embarrassing it is walking around because everyone stops to so hi and chat to Elvis!” Elvis Presley will be performing at Merriwa’s Awards Night in October and the team can’t wait for his performance. If you are interested in having Elvis perform at a private event, party or function, you can contact him on 0448 356 042.

Elvis. He started with Merriwa just 3 weeks ago and already feels respected and included by the team. I commend our Wodonga team for creating an environment that is open and safe for people to be themselves, to welcome the diversity that each team member brings. When you look around your workplace, community group, social groups, sporting club, take the time to reflect on the diversity of the amazing people you are surrounded by. Embrace people, respect people and let’s celebrate diversity everyday.

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Ivan celebrates retirement at Merriwa Ivan Shortis recently celebrated his retirement from Merriwa after commencing in 2008 at Timbers. ,I [SVOIH EX 8MQFIVW JSV ƙZI ]IEVW and after a short break from work, recommenced at our Packaging division in Plant 2. Ivan would bring his guide dog Shine to work with him and they both became a part of the Merriwa family. 7LMRI [SYPH WTIRH XMQI MR XLI SJƙGI while Ivan worked on the production ƚSSV A quiet achiever, Ivan has also had a very successful sporting career in Vision Impaired Bowls where

Ivan celebrates his retirement with the team at Merriwa he has competed in local pennant, State Championships and Australian Championships, representing Victoria multiple times.

We wish Ivan all the best in his retirement and thank him for his commitment to Merriwa, thank you Ivan.

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Get a Spring in your step at Park Lane Nursery Spring is here! Can you feel it? The birds are chirping, the buds are appearing on the trees, the grass is growing, there is the slightest warmth MR XLI EMV ERH XLI ƚS[IVW EVI WXEVXMRK XS bloom. But wait, with all this change in the air, is your garden ready? If not, don’t panic, the team at Park Lane Nursery is here to help you become your own garden hero! Retail Manager, Grant Allen says there is plenty of time to get your garden prepared and get plants in the ground in preparation for the warmer months, “Take advantage of the beautiful sunny days and try get out in the garden. Try not to work the soil if it’s too wet, let it dry out before cultivating as you’ll destroy the structure of the soil. You

can also start mulching the garden beds prior to the warmer weather, keeping mulch away from the trunks and stems of plants.” If you are keen to get your veggie garden up and running it’s not too late for that either. Grant’s advice is to, “Add fresh compost and organic material to garden beds in preparation for the Summer months and you can be planting lettuce, silver beet, spinach, rainbow chard, peas, carrots, beetroot, onions, spring onions and herbs.” “In preparation for planting tomatoes it’s time for dolomite lime and sulphated potash in garden beds and we recommend planting towards the end of the month.” Lastly, if you are wondering what

Drop in and see the team at Park Lane Nursery for the best garden advice this Spring (pictured: Bec, Grant and Kerrie Anne) else you can be planting in the month of September, the team at Park Lane Nursery recommends Petunias, Snapdragons, Impatiens, Marigolds, Salvias and Lobelias. Park Lane Nursery are also excited to welcome to the team Kim and Jess

who will be working alongside your familiar faces, Grant, Christine, Bec and Kerrie Anne. So come along, meet the team and get the best garden advice and quality plants for your garden. You can ƙRH SYX QSVI F] ZMWMXMRK SYV *EGIFSSO page or calling (03) 5721 6955.

Timbers providing valuable experience for students Wangaratta District Specialist School (WDSS) students Dylan Hasson, Andrew White and Sebastion Himsley have been engaged in Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) at Merriwa’s Timber division as part of their Year 10 curriculum. Meg Rickard is the Jobs, Skills, and Pathways Coordinator/Careers Advisor at WDSS and has said the students have thrived with this opportunity at Merriwa, “Dylan, Andrew and Seb have developed important workplace skills such as teamwork, time management, development of independence, planning and organising and more. Andrew, Dylan ERH 7IF LEZI KVS[R MR GSRƙHIRGI ERH

Trevor McDonald from Merriwa Timbers supporting WDSS student Andrew White

other students at the school look up to them.” Dylan, Seb and Andrew are currently in Year 10 and are studying a variety of subjects from English, Maths, IT, Work Related Skills, Geography, Art and Sport. Dylan is interested in Building and Construction, being outdoors and working on his farm in Glenrowan. He enjoys playing summer sports, especially cricket! Seb loves cars and anything Holden – he recently got his L plates so you may see him driving around town. He enjoys playing and watching footy and in his spare time he enjoys playing xbox. Andrew is a mad sports fan and enjoys playing hockey and recently won the coaches award for the Wangaratta Dragons men’s team! He loves playing footy at school and his favourite subject is art. Some of the skills the students have learnt include safe practices on machinery and equipment, safe handling of timber,basic grading of hardwood timber and basic manufacturing process of laminated beams. Andrew says he has learnt a number of new skills, “I have learnt how to operate the moulder, work with glue, understand how the machines work, how to work safely in the timber’s

WDSS students Dylan Hasson and Sebastion Himsley with Chris Black from Merriwa Timbers environment, what types of chemicals they use, what to do when things go wrong. I have also learnt about working in a team and working independently as well.” 7ERHVE 6SWWM 7YTTSVX 3JƙGIV EX Merriwa Timbers has been impressed by the student’s work ethic and engagement with the team saying, “All 3 students are polite and enthusiastic to work and learn new skills. They have good communication skills, respectfully listening and following instructions, effectively working as a team. The students have demonstrated a basic knowledge of OH&S requirements and follow safety procedures and policies.” We asked each of the students how they have enjoyed working at Merriwa and some of their highlights, with their responses below;

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Seb: I have really enjoyed working at Merriwa and will continue to work there until the end of the year. The best thing is working on the moulder. Andrew: I get to learn new skills in an environment I wouldn’t normally – the highlight for me has been working in the various parts of timbers – there are so many options for me to be involved in and have experience in. Dylan: I love working at Merriwa, I really enjoy working with Trevor and Chris. They help me put the wood through the moulder and restack. They provide me with support and I get along with them really well. They train me to make sure I know how to operate machinery properly and safely. Thank you to Seb, Andrew and Dylan for being a part of the Timbers team at Merriwa!

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WANGARATTA RSPCA WHEN you are looking for your next pet, make an application with the Wangaratta RSPCA via their website at rspcavic. org/. The Wangaratta RSPCA animal adoption source code is BR100934 and animal microchip numbers are below. Cats:  Short hair, tabby and white, female, 7 months, 956000014445901, ‘Biscuit’;  Ragdoll, female, 11 years, 956000006095150, ‘Jasmin’.  Short hair, grey tabby, female, 6 months, 956000014444555, ‘Judy’;  Short hair, white tabby, female, 10 years, 982000190966504, ‘Layla’;  Medium hair, tabby and white, male, 7 months,

MIXED BAG: Mack has heaps of energy to burn and he’d love to find a home with another tolerant dog. Mack’s microchip number is 956000014846582. PHOTO: RSPCA 956000014445557, ‘Max’;  Short hair, black and white, female, 6 months, 941000026819906, ‘Scarlett’;  Short hair, male, 9 years, 900012000941365, ‘Stone’;  Short hair, male, 5 months, 956000013286620, ‘Archie’.

Dogs:  Staghound, male, 2 years, 953010004967411, ‘Diesel’;  German Shepherd, male, 5 years, 991003000068636, ‘Harvey’;  Staffordshire Bull Terrier, tan, female, 5 years, 991001000625577, ‘Karla’;  Catahoula Leopard Dog, white, female, 1 year, 953010005557550, ‘Keana’;  Bull Arab x Labrador, black, male, 9 months, 956000014846582, ‘Mack’;  Coonhound, female, 3 years, 956000015014390, ‘Roxy’;  Bloodhound, female, 7 years, 943094320491190, ‘Shelley’. Small animals:  Lop eared rabbit, white, female, 1 year, 956000015015806, ‘Blanc’.

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NOT even a cold, wet winter, holding back orchid flowering, could dampen the success of last weekend’s annual Wangaratta Orchid Show. Almost 200 entries from across Victoria and New South Wales helped transform St Patrick’s Hall into a colourful makeshift garden which was rated among one of the best this year by visiting Melbourne dignitaries. “It’s been one of the best shows in a long time,” enthused club president John Hawker. “All sections from growers displays, floral art and

orchid photography had very strong entries...more than many of the shows have been getting in Melbourne.” First time entrant Keith Scott of Wagga Wagga won the prestigious Grand Champion Orchid of the show award with his Australian native orchid Dockrillia Tweetas ‘Mustard’. Reserve Champion Orchid went to Rob Monteith of Albury for his cymbidium Drovin Mantlepieces ‘Renae’. Other growers to collect multiple awards were: Adrian Goodall and daughter Jessica (Albury/Wodonga); Alan Pleitner (Wahgunyah);

Jacques Garnier (Albury); Travis and Carmel Milton (Wagga Wagga); Hans Proebsting (Bright); Susan Hutson (Beechworth); Willie and Rhonda Hawker (Cobden); Keith and Jenny Kilo (Albury); and John Hawker (Beechworth). Norm Gardiner of Cobram won the award for the pre-eminent exhibit by a Wangaratta Orchid Club member. Local club members will now prepare for the Three Rivers Show, which they run in collaboration with the Wagga Wagga and Albury orchid clubs, on the second weekend in November in Corowa.

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Vision Australia needs volunteers PAM Power is the volunteer partnerships coordinator, people and culture for Vision Australia and has been a part of the team for the past 25 years. Prior to joining Vision Australia, Pam lived in Sydney and worked with youth as the president of the Blue Light committee and as a training manager for Mission Australia. Working with people comes naturally to Pam who has never wavered in her dedication to her job.

“Every job I’ve ever had has been so rewarding, and being the Volunteer Partnerships Coordinator, People and Culture for Vision Australia is no different,” she said. “I love being a part of a team that works with people who are blind or have low vision. “This type of work is extremely rewarding and you form a real bond with those you work with or come in contact with.” Vision Australia has touched many people’s lives

during the last 150 years and looks to continue helping Australians who are vision impaired to improve their quality of life and to gain confidence in everyday activities.

Their services cover people of all ages from babies to the elderly. Right now, volunteers are needed more than ever in the Wangaratta area to provide not only assistance in the home but to help people to learn to read phones, money and other forms of braille. Being able to do these things gives blind and lowvision people confidence and oftentimes, friendships between the clients and the volunteer are made. Pam said that volunteers

are key to assisting those in need and the requirements are very simple. “We will provide in home care or centre-based support to clients to enhance their learning with use of equipment recommended to them by Vision Australia specialists,” she explained. “By helping our clients at home, they don’t need to become VA drivers or access fleet vehicles as the therapists and volunteers will visit, support, assess and assist them accordingly at home.”

There are many benefits to volunteering and it is suitable to all kinds of people. “We are constantly seeking volunteers to assist those in the Wangaratta area and it doesn’t have to be an overwhelming amount of time - it could be as simple as making a phone call, catching up for a coffee or helping someone in their home,” Pam said. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please call Pam Power on 0456 980 149.

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MR ENTERTAINMENT: Aussie cabaret and recording star legend Tony Pantano will perform on Saturday night, September 24 at the Da Vinci Social Club.

ONE of Australia’s most popular and hard working cabaret artists Tony Pantano will perform at the Da Vinci Social Club on Saturday, September 24. He has forged a celebrated music career starting as a child star right through to the present and he remains in high demand. Tony was born in Messina, Italy and arrived in Australia with his parents in 1956. The talented entertainer and vocalist is one of the few live acts to have been in business before 1970 and still winning awards and

working hard today. He has been compared to the likes of Tom Jones, Englebert Humperdinck, Mario Lanza, Elvis Presley and Luciano Pavarotti all rolled into one amazing entertainer. Tony has won multiple Mo Awards over five decades for male vocalist (11 times), entertainer of the year (twice) for a record 13 wins. He has been a headliner in live entertainment shows, corporate functions and events throughout Australiasia, Europe and The USA and the headline act on several international

cruise lines and hotels and casinos for more than 20 years. Don’t miss this incredible entertainer live here at the Da Vinci Social Club in Pyles Lane Laceby. The evening will include a three course Italian inspired meal for just $65 for members and $75 for non-members and $25 for kids under 15. Doors open at 6.30pm with first course served at 7pm. For tickets call Pip on 0409 30 606, email dvsc. wang@gmail.com or via http://www.eventbrite. com/e/402129719817.

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND King Valley Exchange Day opening THE community is invited to grab a bargain and pick up some handy garden tips when a King Valley Exchange Day is held at the King Valley Learning Exchange in Moyhu on Saturday. There will be a pop-up op shop open from 9am until 1pm, repair shop for electricals from 11am until 1pm and a plant propagation workshop from 11am. There will also be a food swap run by Moyhu Food Share where people can swap excess home-grown produce and gardening extras. It will be held at the King Valley Learning Exchange at 2533 Wangaratta-Whitfield Road in Moyhu.

Moyhu community market THE Moyhu community market returns for Spring this Saturday morning from 8am until 12pm but it will be held at the Moyhu Recreation Reserve this month due to expected wet weather. There will be a range of stalls to browse showcasing local produce including bread, olive, jams and more, plus a hearty breakfast available courtesy of the Moyhu Lions, with egg and bacon rolls and snags in bread plus great coffee.

Variety night with classic hits TAKE a trip down memory lane as part of an amazing interactive live variety experience when The Robertson Brothers 1960’s TV variety show comes to the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Saturday night at 8pm. WITH special guest Simon Brook McLachlan from the original cast of the hit musical Jersey Boys, the show features hits from The Seekers, Bee Gees, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Neil Sedaka and The Everly Brothers. With a rockin’ live band and an amazing multimedia presentation, tickets are available at www.wpacc. com.au.

STREET STYLE: An exhibition by local artist Mark-John “Sank” Martyn called Urban Experience is being held at the Art Gallery on Ovens in the laneway off Murphy Street. The exhibition showcases what graffiti has to offer mainstream art and includes works on canvas created throughout the year with a strong focus on lettering. Sank was part of the gallery’s young artist mentorship program this year and expressions of interest are now open for the 2023 program. It’s designed for young artists aged 17 to 25 who want to develop their artistic practice, exhibit their work and be part of a vibrant gallery team. For more information on the benefits and how to apply visit www.artgalleryonovens.com with submissions closing on October 30. Sank’s exhibition is open daily until Monday. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Cake decorating session THE Wangaratta Cake Decorators (CDAV) meet every third Saturday of the month at the Baptist Church in Sisely Avenue, Wangaratta from 12.30 pm. The next meeting is this Saturday featuring a demonstration of mirror glaze by state president Pam Archibald and all are welcome, with the cost for the day $10 (byo cup). For more information call Jeanie on 0439 087 630.

Chiltern art exhibition THE Chiltern courthouse committee of management is holding an art exhibition from today to Sunday,

10am until 4pm each day, at the Chiltern courthouse. The event is an opportunity for all local artists to showcase and sell their work and all are welcome to come and see it. Anyone interested in exhibiting, whether it is painting, pottery, sculpture or photography, should get in touch with Bill Hotson via email to hotson@westnet.com.au.

Yarrawonga community market THE Yarrawonga Mulwala Rotary Club will hold a community market this Sunday, September 18 at the Yarrawonga Showgrounds from 8am until 12pm. This community market is an opportunity for vendors to sell

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Beechworth Contemporary Art Award THE Beechworth Contemporary Art Award will be held in the township this weekend. Ten artists from across Australia have been selected to exhibit site specific artworks and installations, each vying for the $10000 award to be presented by exhibition judge Sebastian Goldspink at the launch party tonight.

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NORTH EAST NATURALLY

It’s great weather for Dusky Moorhens By IAN DAVIDSON and CHRIS TZAROS

SUNSHINE ON WATER: Dusky Moorhen with its distinctive red bill with a yellow tip. PHOTO: Chris Tzaros (Birds Bush and Beyond).

THE Dusky Moorhen is common in our region this year as many of our wetlands and parkland ponds are full after good winter and early spring rainfall. When met they can be identified by the repeated flicking of their tails, revealing conspicuous white feathers under the tail. The Dusky Moorhen is generally a drab dark grey-black water bird; however, their bare parts are more colourful with a reddish-orange shield on its forehead with a brightred beak and a canary-yellow tip, red legs and red or orange toes that have yellow fringes. Young birds lack the bright colours of their parents being browner with a greenish bill and face shield. Two other water hen species that look similar are found locally but can be easily distinguished. As described in last week’s article the similarly-sized Eurasian Coot has a white bill and face shield and a red eye, while the Purple Swamp Hen is much larger and has a distinct purple-blue colouring These birds are found from Indonesia through New Guinea to Australia, where they are widespread in eastern and south-western Australia, ranging from Cooktown to eastern South Australia and in the southern corner of Western Australia. While common in large wetlands, the Dusky Moorhen can also be

observed in swamps, rivers, and artificial waterways. They prefer open water and water margins with reeds and rushes but may be found on grasses close to water such as parks, pastures and lawns. The Dusky Moorhen feeds in the water and on land on algae, water plants and grasses, as well as their seeds and fruits, water snails and aquatic insects. They do not dive when feeding and their tail is always visible above the water, even when upended. During breeding season, the Dusky Moorhen are cooperative breeders, forming breeding groups of up to seven birds, with all members defending territory, building nests and looking after young. The nest is a shallow platform made up of reeds and other water plants over water, among reeds and rushes or on floating platforms in open water. Two or more females will lay their eggs in the same nest and all members of the group help to incubate the eggs and feed the young. Locally, Merriwa and Wareena parks and other ornamental ponds and wetlands with fringing aquatic plants in Wangaratta offer good close views of Dusky Moorhens.

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PULSATE DANCE FORCE DEBUTANTE BALL: (back) Georgina Little and Xavier McKenzie, Verity Quilty and Lachlan Newton, Tahlia Dobson and Campbell Timms, officials Tennille Hall, Trent Wood, Cr David Fuller and Samantha Pulvirenti, Tahlia Thomson and Jyda House, Olivia McConchie and Fergus McNamara, Charley Hall and Xander Van Bergen, (front) Caitlin Somerville and Ryley Miller, Cathy Reynolds and Oliver Hall, Isabelle Wathen and Jim Johnston. PHOTO: The Occasion Studios

Debutantes out in force ST Patrick’s Hall provided the ideal backdrop for a debutante ball staged this month by Wangaratta’s Pulsate Dance Force. The event offered an opportunity for several local young people who had missed out on making their debut, due to COVID-19 lockdowns and other barriers and challenges, to enjoy the experience with friends and family members. Current year 12 students

and some graduates have missed formals and other rites of passage over the last couple of years, so the September 3 ball was the perfect chance to dance the night away. The event was attended by 250 people, most of them teenagers, who filled the dance floor throughout the evening. A bonus was that funds raised from the night will help support 40 students

from Pulsate Dance Force to represent Wangaratta at the Follow Your Dreams National Dance Competition, to be held in Adelaide in January. Dancers and their families are busily fundraising at the moment to support the travel and accommodation expenses required to compete, and proceeds from the deb ball ticket sales will assist those efforts. The ball was supported

by Bendigo Bank’s Wangaratta Connected Community Fund, through a $2000 grant to help cover some of the costs involved with running the event, and The Elements Catering and Cakes, which donated supper. “We live in the most amazing community. Thank you to everyone who volunteered, attended and supported the event,” Tennille Hall, one of the event organisers, said.

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 THE BIGGEST GAME OF ALL: Either Benalla’s Nic Spencer (left) or Bonnie Doon’s Ken Murray will lift the cup as a premiership coach tomorrow.

NO matter who you support or who eventually wins, the 2022 Ovens and King senior grand final is already one for the ages. For Bonnie Doon, tomorrow will mark their first senior grand final appearance in the O&K since joining the league in 2010, while Benalla All Blacks will aim for their first senior flag in any league since 1981. The entire season, since round one on March 26 and even earlier with preseason, has led to this moment. The Bombers had to go the long way round,

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vanquishing Goorambat, Greta and Bright on the road to the cup, while the Panthers won through to the big game with a single semifinal victory. Bonnie Doon coach Ken Murray said the finals campaign has gelled the side together in a profound way. “They’ve been up and

about for weeks now - I don’t need to do much for them at all, they’re a really selfmotivated bunch,” he said. “I’m just enjoying the ride with them at the moment. “They were pumped to make the grand final, but they were very quick to turn their attention to what comes next, and making it isn’t enough in their eyes. “I think the clearance work is going to be crucial whoever can spread from the clearance is going to be hard to stop when they go forward. “Benalla have got a much-lauded forward line

that everyone speaks of and knows, and if we can’t keep pressure on at the source of the stoppage and those clearances, they’re going to get a lot of good looks. “It doesn’t matter how well our defenders are going, if a good side gets good looks for their forwards, they’re going to be hard to stop.” With the likes of league best and fairest winner Riley Moran, runner up Jackson Hourigan, and centurion goalkicker Lachy Thompson all running out in their black gear, Benalla is going to be hard to beat.

“We thought leading into the season it might be us and Bonnie Doon,” Benalla coach Nic Spencer said. “We feel like we’re the best team, the only team who can beat us is us - as long as we play our game, turn up and are right to go mentally and physically, then we’ve got full confidence in our ability. “Bonnie Doon are fit, they’re quick, and I like the way they play with their ball movement. “They’re slick, they like to feed the hands and they’re happy to take the short option.

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“We’re a very good ball movement side, we’re pretty big and we are fit, so I think we’re going to match up with them very well. “There’s a feeling amongst the group when we play a big game, it’s in the rooms, you can tell that we’re on. “I’m pretty confident that our group will get that feeling again and come out there and put on a show.” The 2022 Ovens and King senior grand final between the Benalla All Blacks Panthers and the Bonnie Doon Bombers kicks oﬀ from 2.15pm tomorrow.

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GRETA VS MILAWA Saturday, Sept 17 2:45pm @ WJ Findlay Oval - Wangaratta  FIGHT FOR THE CUP: Loren Gathercole’s Blues (left) and Stacey Lamb’s Demons go head to head for the A grade premiership.

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Four-peat or drought breaker

THEY’VE been flag favourites all year and tomorrow, Milawa and Greta’s A grade sides find out who truly is the best once and for all. The Blues have been at the top of the mountain all year, and indeed for many years, while Greta attempts to notch up a fourth-straight A grade flag. It’s been nine years since the Demons held the A grade trophy aloft, and after losing to Greta in the big dance in both 2018 and 2019, it’s fair to say there’s a score to settle.

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The top two sides last met in the semi-final, which Greta won by 16 goals, but after the Demons overcame Tarrawingee by nine in the prelim, the rematch of the year was booked in. Milawa coach Stacey Lamb said her super squad

has what it takes to reclaim the crown from Greta. “We have been playing some wonderful netball and the girls really showed that they can run hard and fight it out in close games,” she said. “We go into the game with nothing to lose and a grand final to try and win. “We have such depth in all areas of the court and such a versatile team. “Mik Cose and Shani Rickard have been shooting well and are supported well

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would meet the challenge head on. “It’s hard having people have that mindset, because we know it’s going to be a tough game and we know that it’s not joining to just be handed to us,” she said. “If we want to win we have to work incredibly hard. “With Milawa, if you want to win that game, everyone has to be on, we’re not going to be able to win it if we don’t have everyone playing their best because Milawa will just take any

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BENALLA ALL BLACKS VS BRIGHT Saturday, Sept 17 11:45am @ WJ Findlay Oval - Wangaratta  THE BIG GAME: Bright co-coach Darcy Martin (centre), along with Benalla’s Jordan Smith (left) and Harry Parsons, will have a big impact on the outcome of the match.

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Weather could decide reserves premiers STORM clouds gathered over the WJ Findlay Oval ahead of the reserve’s grand final match, and with up to 30mm of rain expected to fall, the stage is set from a contested and physical game. Bright and Benalla All Blacks have been the dominant sides of the reserves competition all year, and the tale of the tape predicts a very close game - Bright took the win over the Panthers in both home and away

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fixtures, but when the two went at it in the semi-final, Benalla reigned supreme. Panthers coach Dylan Exton-Cash said his side was up and about and ready for the Mountain Men. “We’ve been strong all

year, but Bright’s been our biggest competitor in the home and away season,” he said. “I think we’re going in with good prospects coming oﬀ the first win against Bright, but it’s a grand final, so anything can happen. “The game will be won in the first quarter, whoever jumps on in first will win the game. “I’m expecting a big game from Tom Levy, Corry Westbury and Liam Sinclair - he

was the leading goalkicker for the league. “If any one of those three plays their best game of the year they’ll win the game oﬀ their own boot.” For Bright co-coach Darcy Martin, the rain may give his side the edge they need to take the flag back up the mountain. “With the forecast, it looks like it’s going to play into our hands - we’ve played a lot of wet games at Bright, so I think it’s going to work to our advantage,” he said.

“We’ve done everything possible throughout the year to get ourselves in this position. “They’ve trained really well, there was a good skill level, we worked on a few things we wanted to work on that relate to Benalla and how they play. “Clearly Bailey JenningsAllen is the man in form in the ruck, that’s three straight best on grounds if you include round 20 as well. “He’s really leading the

way in the ruck, and with his follow-up work around, he’s like having another midfielder in there. “The season’s been a success already, so win or loss, we’re happy to be successful - we hope to take the cup home, though.” The reserves decider between the Bright Mountain Men and Benalla All Blacks Panthers gets underway from 11.45am tomorrow at the WJ Findlay Oval - bring an umbrella.

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MILAWA VS BONNIE DOON Saturday, Sept 17 1pm @ WJ Findlay Oval - Wangaratta  GAME ON: (L-R) Milawa’s Rachael Llewellyn (coach) and Lia Williamson (captain) will take on Bonnie Doon’s Jess Harris (captain) and Michelle Tanner (coach) in the B grade final. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Bonnie Doon stand between Demons and a perfect season

THE undefeated Milawa B grade team will go into tomorrow’s grand final clash as favourites but a great game is expected to be on show. The Demons pushed Bonnie Doon aside comfortably in their qualifying final clash (53-40) but after a massive 17 goal victory over Bright last weekend, the Bombers have found some form ahead of the biggest clash of the year. Milawa coach Rachael Llewellyn said her girls are raring to go for the last game of the year.

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“The girls were pumped at training,” Llewellyn said. “It’s been a bit of a wait for us because we got straight through so the wait has seemed like forever. “We’re all excited though.” Llewellyn admitted being undefeated adds pressure. “Being undefeated gives confidence but it also adds a

bit of pressure because this is the one game you don’t want to drop,” she said. “We’ve got a lot of experienced players though who will be able to handle the pressure.” The Demons took their round nine clash against Bonnie Doon comfortably by 18 goals but Llewellyn is still expecting a tough game. “We only played them once in the season but it was a tough game for most of it and it was similar in the final,” she said. “They’re strong in defence and attack so we’re

going to have to be on.” Bonnie Doon will need to be mindful of this year’s B grade league best and fairest Maya Ackroyd who has had an excellent season, while teammate Jenna McIntyre finished runner-up. Bombers coach Michelle Tanner said her girls are ready to have another crack at the Demons. “After we lost our first final to them the girls woke up on Sunday morning and said they were ready to have another crack at them,” Tanner said. “We’ll go in as the

underdogs so we have nothing to lose. “Milawa have a few handy players though that we’re going to have to keep an eye on.” Despite falling to Milawa in the qualifying final, Tanner is confident her girls stand a chance. “Last time we played them we didn’t have a good game which is promising for us,” she said. “We had a few of our better players who didn’t stand up but I think we learnt a bit about them as well. “We had plenty of the ball

but just didn’t convert that into scores. “I think for us we just need to focus on playing the way that we play and not get sucked into their game style because we’re two teams that play a lot diﬀerently.” Tanner couldn’t be prouder of the club as a whole to be so prominent on grand final day. “I’ve been at Bonnie Doon for 22 years so I can’t believe what we’ve done,” she said. “I just couldn’t be prouder of everyone, hopefully we can bring a few home.” Tomorrow’s B grade clash starts at 1pm.

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BONNIE DOON VS MILAWA Saturday, Sept 17 11:35am @ WJ Findlay Oval - Wangaratta  B RESERVE: (L-R) Bonnie Doon’s Michelle Tanner, Leith Mounsey and Milawa’s Kim Michellini and Emily Hourigan will go head-to-head in the B reserve final.

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Anyone’s for the taking in B reserve B RESERVE’S grand final is anyone’s for the taking as Bonnie Doon meet Milawa. Bonnie Doon finished the season on top and advanced straight to the final with a convincing 24 goal win over the highly touted North Wangaratta, while Milawa has done it the hard way, winning three finals to find themselves in the big dance. Milawa looked destined to finish in the top two but were stripped of eight points after inelglible players took the court, seeing them finish sixth. The Bombers have had

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the wood over Milawa this season, winning their one clash (41-29), but the Demons can’t be underestimated after downing the Hawks 48-36 in the preliminary final. Bonnie Doon’s Mia Tanner believes her girls are primed for a good performance. “There’s obviously a

lot of nerves going into a grand final but we’ve got an experienced team that knows that letting your nerves get on top won’t help,” Tanner said. “We’ve had an extended break now which I think has been good for us, it’s allowed us to work on and fine tune a few things and go over the basics. “We feel like we’ve got everything we need to have a good crack.” Tanner admitted tomorrow’s clash will be a tough one.

“Milawa are a strong team,” she said. “They have heaps of grand final experience but we’re confident in ourselves and think that we can do it.” Milawa coach Kim Michellini believes having a settled team in finals has allowed for consistent form. “We haven’t had a consistent side all year, we’ve always had players out with COVID-19, injuries or holidays so it’s nice that we’ve all come together for finals,” Michellini said. “We had eight points

taken oﬀ us as well so that put us behind the eight ball but we’ve played some great netball to make sure we’d push deep in finals. “After losing points we’ve wanted to show the rest of the competition that we deserve to be where we are so hopefully we can show that on Saturday.” Michellini believes her midcourt, including Em Hourigan, is the key to their success. “Em Hourigan is one of the fittest players I’ve ever seen, she just runs all day so we’re

going to need to see that from her,” she said. “A hot day would really suit us because we have fit players like her but we can also play wet weather netball because we have players like Maddie Anderson in defence who can play body on body. “I’ve had a look at the match ups after watching Bonnie Doon’s match against North Wangaratta so now it will just come down to whoever can battle the elements better.” The B reserve grand final starts at 11:35am.

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UNDER 17s FIINAL GRAND F

MILAWA VS BONNIE DOON Saturday, Sept 17 10:10am @ WJ Findlay Oval - Wangaratta  CLOSE CONTEST: (L-R) Milawa’s Kerri Michellini (coach), Kayla Essex (captain) and Bonnie Doon’s Sarah Fox (captain) and Steph Ward (coach) are all pumped for the u17s final.

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Pre-game “rev up” may be on the cards for Bonnie Doon TOMORROW’S under 17’s final looks to be one of the tightest games of the day. Milawa is yet to lose a game this season and Bonnie Doon has only lost one - a round nine clash where they went down to the Demons by six goals. Milawa proved too strong in their qualifying clash, downing the Bombers 46-28, but no doubt the pressure of a grand final will even the two. Bonnie Doon coach Steph Ward said her girls are fired up ahead of their big clash. “I gave them a bit of a rev up

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last weekend and last night at training they all asked if I could do it again so I think they’re pretty pumped,” Ward said. “Milawa have set the bar but they’re the only side we’ve dropped a game to this year so hopefully the girls can put their best food forward.

“They’re more than capable of winning, they just need to understand that, I’ve been trying to reiterate that they are good enough over the last few weeks.” With the weather looking wet and cold, Ward believes that could work into her team’s favour. “Milawa’s a slick side so it could work in our favour,” Ward said. “Our girls don’t mind the wet weather though and it could slow the game down a bit as well.

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“I’m confident we have the depth and skills to do the job,” Michellini said. “The weather will play a big part though and neither team will be able to play to their full potential so it’ll come down to whichever team can adapt best. “The wet will take the speed and agility out of the game so we might have to reassess some match ups and look at some diﬀerent combinations as well.” Michellini praised her captain Kayla Essex’s work

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see the Bushrangers Cup played on September 17 at the WJ Findlay Oval. The match will take place between the two Under 14s premiers in the AFL North East Border region – in Albury JFC and Imperials JFC – the match will start at 10am and will be viewed by VLine Cup and Murray Bushrangers’ staff.

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BONNIE DOON VS WHOROULY Saturday, Sept 17 9am @ WJ Findlay Oval - Wangaratta  FUTURE STARS: (from left) Bonnie Doon co-coaches Sarah Fox and Cass McCormack, along with captain Cobie McCormack, will look to take down Rachael Newton’s Lions in the Under 15 flag match. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Under 15s angle for first premiership THE future of netball in the O&K looks incredibly bright, with two teams of the best up-and-coming netballers getting ready to play in what would be their first taste of a grand final at this level. With their chances to play netball impacted over the last few years, the Bonnie Doon and Whorouly under 15s netball squads are ready to go.

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The Bombers enter as the slight favourites, having taken the win over the Lions twice, including in the semifinal, but the young Whorouly

side can’t be counted out. Whorouly co-coach Rachael Newton said there was a sense of real positivity and energy at training. “A lot of them are still bottom age, so it’s their first year playing O&K or any sort of league instead of just Wednesday nights,” she said. “They’re feeling good, very positive which is all we can ask for especially with

them being so young. “They’ve gelled as a team really well, they’ve all worked out where everyone’s moving to and where to throw the ball.” Newton said star midcourt player Brooke Del Mastro would be a player to watch, with a strong defensive pressure set to worry the Bombers. Bonnie Doon aren’t

without their trump cards, including league goal shooting winner Cobie McCormack in the attacking ring and Demi Murray in the centre. “None of them have played in finals like this before it’s a bit of a first, so that’s exciting,” Bonnie Doon cocoach Cass McCormack said. “They’re actually a really good team, juniors aren’t the

easiest to coach sometimes, but they are an absolute delight. “Demi Murray in the centre, she’s a really good little player - she’s a very smart player for her age, she reads the ball really well for a 14-year old.” The under 15 premiership match will kick oﬀ proceedings on grand final day, set to start at 9am.

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Bell rings for Queen’s passing By BRODIE EVERIST AT noon on Saturday Myrtleford’s Saint Paul’s church bell rang 96 times to mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. At 12pm Myrtleford resident Alan Garside began ringing the bell at 10-second intervals, with assistance from the Reverend Moira Evers, who kept time, and the Reverend Jane Trigg, who counted the peals. Before the bell-ringing began they offered a prayer, giving thanks for the life of Queen Elizabeth II, and once the ringing was over they gave a prayer for King Charles III. “We are saddened by the death of her majesty,” Mother Moira said. “She was the defender of the faith, and for Anglicans and members of the Church of England she was our sovereign lady. “She promised when she was crowned that she would serve her nation, the realm and her people faithfully and I think she did that for all those years. “She was receiving the new Prime Minister Elizabeth Truss, just a couple of days ago - she

was working right up to the last minute. “I think she epitomised Christianity - love and devotion to her people and to her god.” After the bell-ringing Mr Garside recalled when was at Castlemaine to attend the Queen travelling through the town during the 1954 Royal Tour. “I can remember standing on Castlemaine station as the train went, it slowed down but it didn’t stop,” he said. “I was one of hundreds of kids.” Mr Garside said his family had left the UK only a year earlier, missing the coronation by a month. “We left England in May and the coronation was on the second of June,” he said. “My mother always said (the Queen) was so disappointed we couldn’t make it she came out the next year to see us.” Messages of condolence for the Royal Family can be left at the Bright Council Office and libraries at Mount Beauty, Myrtleford and Bright. The condolence book will remain open for 14 days, after which time the Alpine Shire Council will send it to Buckingham Palace via the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet.

IN MEMORIAM: Myrtleford resident Alan Garside rang the St Paul’s Church bell 96 times to mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. He was assisted by the Reverend Moira Evers and the Reverend Jane Trigg. PHOTO: Brodie Everist

Savoy club redevelopment By BRODIE EVERIST A MULTI-MILLION dollar redevelopment of the Myrtleford Savoy Soccer Club facilities is predicted to start in August next year, near the end of the soccer season. According to Peter Sacco, vice president of the Myrtleford Savoy Soccer Club, the building will be completely refurbished, with new changerooms and

redesigned bathrooms, and a larger canteen. He said the refurbishment will work within the existing footprint and walls of the building, but all parts of the clubrooms will be renovated. “It’s not an expansion of the club room, it’s a refurbishment and a realignment of the facilities within the footprint,” Mr Sacco said. He also said the design of

changerooms will be more inclusive, with an emphasis on improved privacy. According to Mr Sacco, the club has received positive feedback on the designs over the past two months during an informal consultation period. He said around 200 people attend the club’s recent junior presentation, with many enthusiastic about the redevelopment.

“There was a really positive vibe about the future - everyone’s excited about next year,” he said. Mr Sacco said people from across the region play with the club, including from Harrietville, Bright, Porepunkah, Mount Beauty, Stanley and Beechworth, meaning the refurbishment will service residents across the shire. Club committee member Charlie Showers said it was

an exciting time for the club and the community. “The soccer club’s got a very long and proud history in Myrtleford and this is the next evolution of that,” he said. Mr Showers said other local groups use the clubrooms, meaning they will also benefit from the refurbishment. According to an Alpine Shire Council spokesperson,

council has engaged Avor Architects to work with the Myrtleford Savoy Soccer Club, relevant stakeholders and council to finalise the detailed design of the pavilion prior to the commencement of construction. In February the Federal Government granted $1.99 million for the upgrades as part of its Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program.

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Heat times with male and female divisions for each are: Skate 11am (10 and Under, 13 and Under, 16 and Under, opens); BMX 12:30pm (13 and Under, opens); Scooter 1:30pm (10 and Under, 13 and Under, 16 and Under, opens). For event guidelines, scoring criteria and policies go to http://skateparkleagues.com/ guidelines/.

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Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE HIKERS will soon have more options to cross from Mount Hotham to Falls Creek, with draft designs for the extended Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing track released for consultation last week. The State Government is investing $15 million towards stage one of the 57-kilometre multi-day walk, the designs come after architects were appointed in July this year. The designs include track upgrades and two campgrounds that will feature camping platforms, small basic huts and toilets. The trail will be extended from its current 37km length to 57km by connecting a network of existing tracks and creating up to three kilometres of new track, which will also connect to the new overnight campground and protect sensitive environmental areas. The facilities will form part of the five-day, fournight route, but will also be available for shorter overnight walks. This new extended route

NEW PLANS: Public comment is being sought on draft designs for the extended Falls to Mt Hotham Alpine Crossing. will take in Diamantina Spur and Razorback with an optional to climb Mount Feathertop, Victoria’s second-highest peak. Minister for Environment and Climate Action Lily D’Ambrosio said designated walking tracks will make it easier for hikers to navigate the trail and help protect the sensitive Alpine eco-systems. “The Alpine landscape is truly unique - and by managing the impact of visitors and allowing a broader range of people to enjoy walking here, we encourage people to love and further protect this important landscape,” she said. The huts and facilities are being designed in a way

that will minimise the visual impact on the landscape, by locating them in carefully considered locations and using cladding and finishes that blend in with their surroundings. A range of independent environmental, visual impact and cultural heritage assessments and a full business case have been undertaken. Further assessments will continue as the project progresses to ensure it is done in the most environmentally sensitive way. Stage one is expected to be completed in 2024. To see the draft plans and have your say visit engage. vic.gov.au/falls-to-hotham.

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The King of Mansfield Schooled locally, y, King g Charles III could be claimed as Mansfield’s own BY JARRAH LOH jloh@ nemedia.com.au

THE newly crowned King Charles III has had many brushes with Mansfield Shire. Possibly most notorious in recent memory was when international headlines were made after the thenPrince was presented with a Mansfield Eagles jumper. But Charles’ link to Mansfield first kicked off decades earlier, specifically in 1966, when he famously took two terms at Geelong Grammar’s nearby Timbertop campus as a teenager. On February 2, 1966 the prince was officially welcomed to Mansfield, where hundreds of people lined the streets and dozens reached into his slowly moving car to shake hands with the young royal. After which, a young woman was reported to have run down the street yelling, “I touched him, I touched him.” Many locals reported that it was clear the young prince had already been sunburnt after his first taste of a real summer in Australia.

THE ARRIVAL: Hundreds lined the street of Mansfield in 1966 to welcome Prince Charles. He was asked by the radio on the day what he thought of the local sights, to which Charles replied, “I think it’s absolutely marvellous”. Charles often came into Mansfield to sporting events and selected his weekly meat requirements from Highton Butchery. He also left his mark by signing into the Shire of Mansfield’s visitor’s book on July 27, 1966 - overseen by then acting Shire President Cr Frank Findlay. Another duty that had to be performed in Mansfield was getting his hair cut, which was given much

fanfare at the time. Mansfield barbers Charles Richardson and Bill Hogarth cut the future king’s hair a few times each. Mr Hogarth admitted he was a bit nervous cutting a prince’s hair for the first time. But the elder Mr Richardson wasn’t so easily intimidated, “To a barber, one head is the same as any other,” he said. “There will be no fancy trimmings.” Charles got plenty of time on horseback while he was in the High Country and of course strapped his skis on up at Mt Buller.

KINGLY MEMBER: Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Timothy Mathieson present Charles with his Mansfield Eagles jumper.

Even on his very first day at Timbertop, Charles tackled the Howqua River in a rickety homemade flying fox and was guided by weather-worn local Fred Fry, who was incidentally known as the King of the Howqua. The young prince was no doubt in culture shock at the alpine campus, where he took part in grueling hikes, cross-country runs and wood-cutting - though years later he would often reminisce on the good times he had here. He recalled the days much in 2005 when he revisited the school.

“It was a more physically testing experience than Gordonstoun,” he said of his regular school in Scotland, which he described as a “prison” that he “hated”. “In spite of the blisters on my hands and feet almost every day, I loved it there (Timbertop). “It was jolly good for the character and, in many ways, I loved it and learnt a lot from it - it was the most enjoyable part of my whole education.” Charles made several return visits to Mansfield, the first being just four years after he left, returning with his sister Princess Anne on

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Spring bulls boast fine genes

By ANDY WILSON FINE breeding has always been the mainstay for cattle production at Alpine Angus. This year’s spring bull sale will be no different for the quality of the 65 bulls on offer to cattle farmers across the country on Wednesday, September 21 at their Rosewhite headquarters. Manager of Alpine Angus, Chris Oswin, is confident the condition and lineage of the bulls will be excellent for any breeding requirements needed by cattle producers. He said this year’s winter rainfall has not affected the company’s management strategy nor reduced feed on the properties. “Winter is always harder and the June rainfall came a bit early this year,” Mr Oswin said. “But it’s the nature of the beast, really. “If it’s wet here, then it’s dry elsewhere on another of our grazing sites...it is what it is.” The condition of the bulls at present is excellent and the hope is the spring sale will match the one in autumn where all 109 cattle were sold at an average price of $16,000 and a record-breaking top price of $90,000.

SEEKING A NEW RECORD: Dan Ivone, Chris Oswin and Mick Curtis hope to break last autumn’s record of $90,000. INSET: Two of the Angus bulls for sale. PHOTOS: Andy Wilson “We have lots of support from local farmers ranging from near Wangaratta right over to Omeo, who normally want bulls for putting in with their cows,” Mr Oswin said. “There are some studs that would use them for artificial insemination and a couple bought for embryo transfer. “One customer brought an embryo in from America to improve his blood line with one of our bulls.” Popularity of the autumn and spring sales has seen

some customers travel more than 1400 kilometres. “A breeder from Mitchell in Queensland bought one, and another bull went all the way out to a property east of Perth,” Mr Oswin said. Angus cattle have been bred since the early 19th century and, originally from Scotland, are much valued in cooler climates due to their adaptability to cold, gentle nature, good milk production for calves and ease of calving. The breed is also

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popular due to its carcass size and quality, and the level of intramuscular fat (IMF) that results in the marbling effect seen in the meat. Dan Ivone from Nutrien Ivone Agencies in Myrtleford said that local producers usually want a bull with good structure. “Usually, they just want them to stand up and work,” he said. “There’s a few people now diving into the IMF side of production.

“And Chris is now breeding them to get a bit more IMF into the bull.” Mick Curtis from Rodwells Livestock Agency in Euroa said that the choice of bull depended largely on what direction a commercial producer wanted to take. “It could be growth, IMF, high or low birth rate,” he said. “The customers basically want to see a bit of variety for sale...to see what they like and then buy it.

“But generally re-stockers just want a bull that breeds good weaner cattle to sell at early weaner sales.” • There will be a display day with barbecue at the Rosewhite sales complex, 1138 Happy Valley Road this Sunday, September 18 between 11am and 3pm. The sale is on Wednesday, 21 September from 1pm. All cattle will be penned by 11am. For more information visit: https://www.alpineangus. com.au/.

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area along with separate formal lounge. Master bedroom features an ensuite and large BIRs, study also a part of the extension with BIR’s. Ensuring year-round comfort with refrigerated heating/cooling along with combustion heater. The veranda wraps the extended area all overlooking beautifully established gardens and farmland. The farm is broken into 10 main paddocks with multiple holding paddocks, whilst stock water is well setup by a bore to all troughs and one dam. Other features enhancing this prop-

erty include great shedding for hay, machinery, and storage. Horse stables are in great condition with bricked floor, hot water service, tack room along with a great wooden round yard. Cattle yards adjoin the horse stables with crush, race and access to front holding paddock. Properties of this size and location are becoming increasingly difficult to secure, if you are currently in the market for a grazing opportunity with a renovated home in a tightly held district then book your inspection today.

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Items available on Auctions Plus and on-site - sale begins 12.00 pm Case Axial flow 8230 AFS, 2013 model, 3262 engine hrs, 2598 rotor hrs, tyres 70%/90%, pre harvest service by O’Connor’s Shepparton, 800/70 R38 drive tread, VF 620/70 R26 steer, 40ft 2152 draper front cross auger, steer ready, trimble looms & wiring in; 2015 Case 340 Magnum 480/80 R50 rear dual tyres, 480/70 R34 front, 4991 engine with 3pl quick hitch, steer ready; 372 receiver & nav controller; Goldacres G4 Cropcruiser 4030, 30m boom, 3TS rapid fire, 2WD, 2015 model, wheels 18.4-38 R1, 2669 engine hrs, serviced @ 2500hrs, Trimball steering plus field IQ, Raven 4400 monitor; Horwood Bagshaw air seeder, 10.5m, 10 3¼ inch spacing, Single shoot, Press wheels, RFM harrows & Berrigan harrows, Cart – 6000ltr dual shoot with small seed box with auger, Electric drive bar, one up 2020, Controller too, RFM rotary hoe; Sterling Truck 2003, 500hp, 341,000km, prime mover; B-Double tipper trailers x2 (unit), – 1x Byrne , 1 x Tefco; Acco 2350e Grouper truck with integrated bin, tipping divided, 240 Cummins motor; 9 speed Eden, remote shoot; 779,000 kms; Registered Vic; 1980 Mercedes Benz 911 fire truck with diesel fire pump, unreg, 88,444kms; Mitsubishi 1980 FM215 18ft tipping tray with grain bin & stock crate, unreg, 682,793kms; Case MXU135 tractor, 5000hrs, loader, hay forks & bucket; Chamberlain 306 Champion tractor; Phillips canola front with trailer; RK Macey field bin, 22 tonnes; Weswil chaser bin, 18 tonnes with spout; 70 tonne motler bin, 2019 model; 1070 swing away “Brandt” auger; 56 plate Big Dog disc; Chamberlain 24 plate disc; Chamberlain 22 plate disc; Horwood bagshaw 60ft hydraulic harrow bar; 10ft John Berend Slasher; Fuel tank, 1100ltr petrol & electric pump; Fuel tank 2500ltr with electric fuel pump; TWP slimline wool press; Mitsubishi Triton 2019, 18,400kms, NSW reg (CV91HJ); 1983 Toyota Landcruiser, unreg, 322,435kms; Jaguar E-pace D180 2018, 51222km, unreg with roadworthy; Steel House frame with plans (2 beds); 1940s Lister Blackstone diesel generator; 2 x Furphy tank; Asco wool scale; Oaten hay x 280 big squares 170 tonnes, 8x4x3; Canola hay x 50 big squares 30 tonnes; ZE143N boat – ski boat, 19ft with 200hp mariner motor with all ski gear; 2011 Gold acre sprayer 8500 lit 33mm boom, new pump , isobus, good condition; Massey Ferguson 2270XD purchased new 2021. Only done one season, 5000 bales. Baler is a current model, has scales, moisture meter and a hay guard. Had a full end of season service, ready to go.

Items available on-site only - sale begins 9.30am and continues in the afternoon Farm, Plant & Machinery: Spreader super; Windrower; John Deere D140; International 3.5 24 plate disc; John Shearer 33ft wide liner; 40ft cultivator; 4 x hay racks; 6x4 trailer; Goldacre x2 tray mates 200ltr; Goldacre 100ltr; Tyres; Southern Cross single cylinder diesel motor; Bumper bar F150; Tray back Mitsubishi utes x3; Old motors; Trailer; Cement mixer; Sunshine gates; Wheels; Old harrows; Rolling hoes; Howard bag saw tynes; Windmill pieces; Grainline sheep weigher; Short steel posts; Wire spinner; Rims; Old air compressor tank; Fuel tank, 1000ltr with pump; Car stands; Tins; Pressure washer; Signs; Assorted nuts/ bolts/ bearings/ tools; Chainsaw Stihl 629; 12V winch x2; Yamaha YFM350 ER 4 wheel; Scrap steel; Reel & nozzle; Cement mixer; Ramps; 120m air reel; PTO shaft 540 RPM; Drag chain; Jumper leads; Bin stand; Auger, 40ft x 9” no motor; Rotary hoe; Sheep feeders; Drum & pump; Honda CT 200; Concrete trough; Sprinkler riser with disc; Bin; Pine posts; Drums; Polypipe; Welder EMF; Press; Irrigation pipe 12m; Troughs; Wool press, Morton Baker electric press; Spike roller 3M; Pipe spinner; Ramps; Irrigation stops; Bolt cutters; Feeder bins x 2; Vicon rotor flow RSXL, 3000ltr PTO; Generator Pencil auger; Mud guard linkage for tractor; Coolamon stubble harrows 40ft; Fencing stays; Harrows; Barbed wire; Assorted gates; Wire; Case wheel spacers; Farm trailer; Hay rake; Ripper; Tanks; Shuttles; Fuel tank, 2250ltr; Grinder; Shearing plant; Air compressor; Tin; Lamb marking cradles; Pressure washer; Lamb bar; 35 bag sheep feeder; ex guide 250. Household: TV cabinet; Eskys; Gun cabinet; Tables; Fridge; Golf clubs; Wheel barrow; Garden items; Side tables; Stools; Side bench; Record player; Chairs; Couches; Sideboards; assorted China; Artwork/Prints/Mirrors; Bed frames; Dressers; folding bed; Garden chairs; Trolley; Meat safe; Garden Bench; Bikes; X9 Ford Falcon hub caps; Dog kennels; BBQ; Swing set with slide; Garden Trailer Animals: Male Kelpie, 18 mths, Good yard & paddock worker; 8 very quiet Alpacas

Outside Entries A/c Est GM Martin Farm, Plant & Machinery: Woodchipper; Pipe fitting; Motor bike sprayer; Scooter; Generator SINCRO EW 200AC; Wire spinner; Trailer; Tools/ Sundries/Pulleys/ Blocks; Air compressor; Tool bench; Welder; Drag chain; Wheelbarrow; Wool table; Press Baler; Firefighter pump; Pope fridge; Bar fridge; Goldacre 3PL sprayer; Massey Ferguson combine; Massey 35; Trailer 6x4; Chain; Diesel generator; Solar pump & panel; Disc mower; Wheels; Fill Rite 2275 chemical batcher; Hoses; Pavers; Gates – sunshine and others; Saw bench; Conveyer belt rubber; Cement mixer, industrial self-propelled with motor; Water cart 750ltr; 29 Tyne Massey Ferguson scarifier; Mobilco hay elevator, small bale; Rubber tyre trolley suit combine; Pipes, aluminium; Harrows; Auger, Mobilco 32ft x2, 16hp motor Household: Composter; Mower, ride on Rancher 2242; Push mower; Circular saw; Ladders; Electric pressure washer; Assorted power tools; Lounge chairs; Dining table; Sideboards; Beds; Dressers; Desk; Filing cabinets; lounge furniture; Chesterfield couch Some pictures available for viewing at www.corcoranparker.com.au or on our Facebook Page. Terms of Sale: EFT, Cash or approved cheque on day of sale, I.D required: Bidding number system will apply. For further details contact: Vendor: Simon 0428 763 253 / Finn 0467 224 448 or Agent: Cameron 0419 578 309

TIMING IS EVERYTHING: Should you sell your home in summer, spring, autumn or winter? What’s the best time of day to sell? How should you sell your home, privately or by auction?

When is the best time to sell your home at auction? THERE are no hard and fast rules to timing an auction, but leaning on the expertise of those within the industry who have learned from years of observation will help you identify how your property might perform in different seasons, days of the week and even times of the day. What time of year is best to sell your home? “The property market in Sydney is seasonal,” says Nicky Cadry, director at BuyEast Buyers Agency in Sydney. “School holidays and public holidays are major factors that are taken into account when marketing a property for sale.” Holiday periods, especially school holidays over summer and the depths of winter, tend to see people organising trips or being less inclined to make major financial decisions during this period. They are traditionally seen as the quietest times of the year in the property market. This can play to a vendor’s advantage, however, if supply remains low and your property becomes…well, hot property. Aiming for this outcome can be risky if the number of properties on the market stays high and demand remains low, which may see your property passed in or with few attractive bids. Outside of these quiet periods, there are usually points in the year where more activity occurs on the market, which makes it easier to be confident that your property will sell above your reserve. “There are two strong selling seasons we see in the eastern suburbs — one around March and the other in October,” says Nicky. “Both periods generally have good weather and are not in school holidays. Auctions in these two months are generally strong and have plenty of buyers circulating. “As buyers agents we love buying homes in these months, but we also look for the quirky, odd auctions that come up when other buyers are away or overseas, this is one strategy we use to buy at a discounted price for our clients.” Coastal homes tend to benefit from sales during the warmer months, as potential buyers can get a sense of the lifestyle of being near the coast by inspecting a home with open windows, plenty of natural light and a flow of air through the home.

Winter can be a good time to present other types of properties by relying less on natural light but to use various lighting techniques and textural additions to create a visually warm and inviting home for potential buyers. What day and time should you auction your home? In Victoria, many homes are sold on a Saturday, and usually during the morning. This is why it can be handy to use a buyers agent or to bid over the phone, as it frees bidders up to be at more than one auction at once so that they do not miss out on a property if they can’t secure the first. The vast majority of properties are sold on the weekend and most on Saturday. This makes sense because most people are working midweek and Saturday is usually a free day. This means that auctions on a Saturday are best for vendors as well, as they attract the most people and can generate the most activity during the auction as a result of ‘auction fever’. There are auctions held midweek, which benefit those selling apartments the most. Fewer bidders (as it is midweek) can see competition falter during midweek auctions, which can affect overall clearance rates. For Nicky Cadry, the opposite is true, with midweek auctions constituting a large number of properties for sale. “In the eastern suburbs, auctions are generally held in local auction rooms after 6pm on a weekday evening. These auction rooms tend to fill up quickly as they conduct up to ten auctions per night there. The crowd creates a buzz, the auctioneers are excited and the atmosphere is great for selling high-end properties. “Alternately, we see on-site auctions on a Saturday mid-morning. These are good when the property is special and the buyers can tend to get more emotional if they are at the property when bidding. These on-site auctions are not great if parking at the property is difficult, or they are held too early in the morning.” If you plan an auction too early in the morning, you risk getting low numbers at your auction. However, mid-to-late morning auctions are ideal, especially in the warmer months, with clearance rates during this period of the day being their highest compared to the afternoon.

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3267 Snow Road, Whorouly

60 Green Street

• Spacious family home on approx. 4.97 Ac

• Very neat stand-alone 2 bedroom brick unit

• 3 bed, master with ens. & private balcony upstairs with stunning views to Mt Buffalo

• Central location close to City Centre,

• Updated central kitchen with electric oven and stove, dishwasher and large pantry

• Open plan kitchen, dining & lounge room

• Great family entertaining room with large open ﬁre overlooking solar-heated pool

• Evaporative cooling and gas heating

• 27,000L rainwater tank, 5kw solar, large powered shed and multiple paddocks

hospital, sporting precinct & schools • Bathroom with separate toilet • Neat & complete rear yard & plenty of scope to potter in the front yard

Convenient Lifestyle

Central Charm

31 White Post Road, Everton

5 Vernon Road

• Modern 3 bedroom brick veneer family home • Set on 4179m2 approx. in Everton, 18km from Beechworth & 24 km from Wangaratta • Master bedroom boasts an ensuite & WIR, built in robes included in bedroom 2 & 3 • Electric appliances and hot water system • 4.2kw solar system, wood heater, ducted evap. cooling plus split system air conditioner • Impressive 9m x 9m shed with concrete ﬂoor, power & remote roller doors plus double remote lock up garage

• Charming 3 bedroom weatherboard home • Updated kitchen with walk in pantry, soft close drawers & stainless steel appliances • Polished ﬂoorboards greet you at the entry through to kitchen/meals • Gas heater plus split system air conditioner • Renovated bathroom & laundry, restumped, re-wired & re-plumbed • Garage/shed with remote roller door, carport, secure yards & established gardens

FOR SALE $920,000

FOR SALE $370,000

FOR SALE $810,000

FOR SALE $455,000

WEB ID 3475598

WEB ID 3478141

WEB ID 3478060

WEB ID 3476245

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20 Sloan Street

33 Esmond Street

• 3 bedroom brick veneer home 434m2 in classic West End position • Located close to Wangaratta West Primary School, parks & Muntz St shopping strip • Ducted evap. cooling & gas space heater • Generous sized living space • Full bathroom with separate bath & shower • Single garage

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3 bedroom family home on a 664m2 approx. Open plan kitchen, adjoining meals/dining Formal North facing lounge room Separate second living area Gas heating & reverse cycle heating/cooling Paved alfresco area Carport with additional space for a trailer Secure shed/garage with power

Opposite Parkland 39 Esmond Street

21 Morrell Street • Renovated 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home • Split system heating & cooling

• 4 bedroom brick veneer home in popular West End location, ﬁrst time offered for sale

• Gas cook top with electric oven

• Updated kitchen, d/washer, electric cooking

• Large secure yard & undercover timber decked area

• Large north facing lounge room

• Located conveniently close to supermarket & shopping strip

• Undercover entertaining area

• Ideal as a ﬁrst home or a low maintenance investment

• Ducted gas heating plus split system A/C • Double carport, single garage, caravan or boat storage space & rear yard access

FOR SALE $399,000

FOR SALE $499,000

FOR SALE $339,000

FOR SALE $529,000

WEB ID 3477076

WEB ID 3476449

WEB ID 3478098

WEB ID 3392577

BUSINESS & FREEHOLD

Rare Opportunity 26 Templeton Street • Secure a home in one of Wangaratta’s most tightly held areas, boasting wonderful views with direct access to the Ovens River • Gorgeous period style weatherboard home includes 3 bedrooms, one & a half bathrooms, open plan kitchen & living room • Ducted evaporative cooling throughout the home & a gas space heater • Undercover entertaining area overlooking established gardens & the Ovens River

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Ready to Build Lot 12 Lendamm Tce, Waldara • Rare occasion to secure a titled block of land that is ready to build on NOW! • Located in the exciting Fithall Park Estate • 4226m2 allotment with a generous building envelope • Services available; natural gas, town water, low pressure sewer system, power, telecommunications & NBN • Magniﬁcent opportunity to build your dream home and enjoy space and privacy

VACANT LAND - 4,226m2

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The Oven 451 King Valley Rd, Cheshunt

26 Gibson Street

• Successful unique business set in King Valley • Selling ethically & sustainably produced, breads, pastries, pies & seasonal produce • Generous 1639m2 land parcel • 298m2 restaurant area • Seating capacity of 40, internally & externally • 2 x 22kw electric vehicle charging stations • 2meg domestic water licence (King River) • Additional 2meg domestic water licence over std 2 meg stock & domestic lic. 4 meg total.

• One of the regions most trusted and experienced engineering companies • Perfectly positioned to service major corridors that service the major metropolitan hubs, with notable customer supply contracts • Recent shed addition to meet demand, well maintained plant & equipment • Strong, resilient turnover & NET proﬁt • Secure lease, consistent supply contracts • Owner can stay to consult after change over

FOR SALE BY EOI

FOR SALE $470,000

FOR SALE $1,200,000 + SAV

FOR SALE $1,175,000 + SAV

WEB ID 3478000

WEB ID 3477728

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■ MISSES THE MARK: Civic...nice but the price is off-putting.

By CHRIS RILEY THIS is the latest in a long line of Honda Civics. It’s a smooth, refined, urbane motor vehicle that’s easy, comfortable and rewarding to drive. But I wonder if Honda has done enough to justify the sharp increase in price, with just the one model and no sedan on offer, arguably the better looking of the pair? I understand why Honda has culled the lineup, with sales of sedans and hatches in decline across the new car market. Just a couple of weeks ago Ford announced it was cutting the Focus ST, Focus ST X and Fiesta ST models until now bonafide flag bearers for the brand. It’s been 50 years since the first Civic landed in Australia, but like the Falcon and Commodore, unless the public responds positively and in numbers it could well be the last Civic we see. Honda says the arrival of the all-new, 11th-generation Civic is the first step in a three-phase rollout for its iconic small car in Australia. A hybrid is set to join the line-up later in the year followed by the much anticipated, high-performance Type R version which is sure to be a cracker. STYLING New Civic looks discernibly different, at least from the rear and it’s lost those huge, Volvo-esque, some might say ugly tail lights (wonder if this is the start of something new). On the flip side, the car doesn’t stand out from the crowd in quite the same way as it used to. If anything, the styling is more mainstream. Prices start and finish at a fixed, driveaway $47,200 across this great land of ours.

There will be no negotiation, as Honda aims to make purchase a less daunting, haggle-free experience. To put the new car in perspective, the previous VTiLX was priced from $35,590 plus on-roads. What do you get for the extra $11K or so plus onroads? The body is stiffer with a wider track and longer wheelbase which means better ride and handling. The 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine produces fractionally more power and torque, while the CVT transmission has been updated with the addition of sport mode. Inside, there’s a couple of extra airbags, a larger 9.0inch touchscreen, new navigation system, DAB+ digital radio, wireless phone charging, premium Bose audio with support for wireless CarPlay -and an instrument panel that is at least partially digital. Vale LaneWatch, the passenger side, rear-view camera system that has been a feature of Hondas for so long. It’s gone but not forgotten, replaced by a proper blind spot alert system. Other kit includes 18-inch alloys, LED lighting all round, adaptive cruise control with stop/go, surround-view camera, keyless entry and start, automatic lights and wipers, auto-dimming rear-view mirror and interior ambient lighting. Wait a minute . . . isn’t it supposed to be fully equipped? What about a sunroof? I hear you ask. What about head-up display and where are the parking sensors? The navigation lacks speed sign recognition and camera warnings and the instrument cluster can’t be conﬁgured to show different home screens and information?

INFOTAINMENT The new high-definition 9.0inch colour touchscreen, infotainment and audio system features built-in, off-line satellite navigation, DAB+ digital radio, AM/FM radio, Qi-compatible fast wireless charging, together with wired Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay. ENGINES / TRANSMISSIONS The 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol four-cylinder engine has been tweaked to produce 131kW of power at 6000 revs and 240Nm of torque from 1700-4000 revs -- an increase of 4kW and 20Nm (the latter figure is significant). It will happily run on standard 91 unleaded, but if you stick premium in -- you get another 3kW. Transmission is via a Continuously Variable Transmission with 7-steps, gear change paddles and drive to the front wheels. SAFETY New Civic is yet to be crash tested by ANCAP (previous model is still waiting too). DRIVING My wife remains unimpressed, but I reckon the new Civic is a sweet thing. The cabin has a more premium feel, compared to the hard plastics of the previous model, with two-zone climate air, black leatherette seats with red accented suede, plus heated and power adjustable front pews. But the dash is half-baked, with two traditional looking round analogue dials, the right one a standard analogue speedo while the left one acts a tacho with digital driver information display in the centre. It will show navigation prompts, but that’s about the extent of it.

The dash from 0-100km/h takes a middle of the road 7.5 seconds. Fuel consumption from a smallish 47-litre tank is a claimed 6.3L/100km (same as before). We were getting 6.9L/100km after 540km of mixed driving. By far and away the best aspect of new Civic is the comfort and quality of the ride. The previous model was good, this one is outstanding. Rear legroom is good, but the plunging rooﬂine makes access difficult - watch you head. While it’s good to see satellite navigation included, it does not have speed sign recognition, nor any speed camera or school zone warnings. As well as Sport and Economy modes, gear change paddles are provided to move through the CVT’s seven “steps” manually. But you can’t change gears manually using the transmission lever. After trying both Sport and

Economy modes we were happy to leave it at the default. The broad spread of torque, available from 1700 to 4000 revs, provides effortless performance, while the CVT is remarkably smooth. It also steers and handles well to a point, although it can become floaty hustling over uneven backroads as the suspension unloads. Good one Honda. Civic is covered by a 5-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, with five years of roadside assistance and map updates. The service cycle is a relatively short 10,000/12 months, with the first five services capped at $125 each. SUMMING UP I like it. The stumbling block is the price. Civic is being promoted as one, fully-equipped model. While it excels at the basics, it falls short of competitors when it comes to the bells and whistles. Where’s the sunroof, seat

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE Honda Civic VTi-LX Hatch $47,200 Note: This price does not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Honda dealer for drive-away prices. https://marquenews.com.au/column/ pd220902/ RATINGS: Looks: 7 Performance: 7 Safety: 7.5 Thirst: 7 Practicality: 7.5 Comfort: 8 Tech: 7.5 Value: 7 Overall: 7.3

cooling, head-up display, not to mention the 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster that the car is offered with overseas? For the price I’d expect and demand more.

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Rural City Connection Friday 16 September 2022

Public notices

CBD Transport Survey Notice Rural City of Wangaratta are undertaking a CBD transport survey into the movement of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists around the city. As part of this survey origin destination cameras have been placed on main intersections, cameras have been placed on smaller intersections and tube counters have been placed across roads in central Wangaratta. The survey equipment will be in position until 24 September 2022.

Public notices Draft Policies and Plans

Rural City of Wangaratta Tourism Events Funding Program 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 January 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023.

Non-Fixed Assets Conditions Assessment and Renewal Plan Tender closes Wednesday 21 September at 2pm

t GPS .BSRVFF BOE .BKPS FWFOUT (Major events attract 500 – 2999 visitors and marquee events attract 3000+ visitors with a signiﬁcant economic beneﬁt). t GPS .JOPS FWFOUT (attracts less than 500 visitors).

Council is holding a community meeting to present the concept design for the Whitfield Adventure Play Space and Visitor Hub and provide an update on the project timelines.

Tenders C36686

The Program provides funding up to:

Whitﬁeld Community Meeting

Council is inviting community feedback on our proposed Draft Procurement Policy. Feedback on these draft policies will be received until 5pm Friday 30 September 2022. For more information about the proposed policies and how to have your say, please go to our website www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/ Policies-and-documents

C36807 Provision of Security Services Tender closes Wednesday 21 September at 2pm Further details may be obtained by visiting https://www.eprocure.com.au/wangaratta/

Events supported under this program have a strong tourism focus that demonstrate the potential to the region as a destination for tourists.

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For more information or to download the application form and guidelines, visit: https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/ Grants-and-funding/Tourism-Event-Funding

This project has been funded via the Prosecco Road Revitalisation Project, helping to deliver community improvements as part of our ongoing commitment to the Rural Placemaking Program.

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Asset Ofﬁcer - Arboriculture

Child Care Educator Level 3 Wangaratta Childrens Services

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When: 5.30pm, Tuesday 20 September 2022 Where: Swinburne Pavilion at the Whitfield Recreation Reserve

Vegetation Management

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These positions close Monday 19 September 2022 at 3pm Aquatic Education Instructor Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre

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Café Attendant Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre

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Child Care Educators L2 & L3 Wangaratta Childrens Services

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Community Care Worker

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Customer Experience Ofﬁcer Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre

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Domestic Care Worker

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Group Fitness Instructor Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre

From 5 September to 5 October cyclists and pedestrians are encouraged to use the Snap Send Solve app to report places on footpaths, walkways and the shared path network that aren’t well lit or don’t feel safe. These reports will help inform Council’s lighting program over the next few years

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PAC Theatre Technician Wangaratta Performing Arts

If you can think of a person, a group or an event that deserve recognition of their great contribution to our community, nominate them for an Australia Day award!

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& Convention Centre Personal Trainer 30 Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre

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Supervisor - Front of House Wangaratta Performing Arts

Nominations are open until 4pm on Friday 4 November 2022 and can be made at https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/ Residents/Events/Australia-DayAwards-2023-Nominations

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These positions close Monday 3 October 2022 at 3pm Procurement Specialist

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This position closes Monday 19 October 2022 at 3pm For further information: www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/about-council/careers

Contact your Councillors

Dean Rees

Harry Bussell

Ashlee Fitzpatrick

David Fuller

Irene Grant

Harvey Benton

Jack Herry

Mayor 0429 623 141

Deputy Mayor 0429 475 863

City Ward 0448 384 600

City Ward 0429 545 907

Warby Ward 0428 189 249

North Ward 0429 542 928

City Ward 0400 669 615

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Council Contact Details 03 5722 0888 council@wangaratta.vic.gov.au Wangaratta Government Centre Cnr Ford & Ovens Streets Wangaratta 3677 PO Box 238, Wangaratta, VIC 3676. Open - Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5pm Closed - Public Holidays

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WORK! Following an Expression of Interest process conducted during June 2022, Council is proposing to award a lease for the management of the Council-managed Crown Land known as the Tawonga Caravan Park. The lease will be awarded at the Ordinary Council Meeting scheduled for 4 October 2022. Property: Tawonga Caravan Park Location: Mountain Creek Road, Tawonga 3697 Title: Crown Allotments 2004-2008 Parish of Mullindolingong Lease Term: 21 years Proposed Use: Caravan Park

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Candidates must have excellent verbal and written English, sound computer skills, solid general knowledge, a genuine interest in the local community, and an ability to build rapport and networks quickly. You will need to be well organised, able to work to deadlines, and have strong attention to detail. Candidates must hold a valid driver’s licence, be available to work flexible hours, and photography and social media skills are desirable. North East Media is a leading independent family-owned media group with a commitment to community journalism. Applications, including covering letter and resume, should be emailed to Group Editor Jeff Zeuschner at jzeuschner@nemedia.com.au

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We offer the following • FREE Traineeships (Certiﬁcate III Individual Support (Aged Care) • FREE Online accredited training and courses to upskill • FREE Vaccine programs to all staff and exceptional OHS standards • Encourage people unskilled or returning to the workforce to apply • Encourage school students that are seeking income while studying • Generous tax-free salary packaging which increases your income • Industry placement and employment for Nursing and Healthcare students • Leading not-for-proﬁt organisation where you are truly valued • New established home in Benalla with Café, parking and safe modern equipment To apply for these roles please go to our careers page on our website www.royalfreemasons.org.au or email recruitment@royalfreemasons.org.au or drop in and see us 107 Thomas Street, Benalla, we look forward to hearing from you soon.

We are also seeking Volunteers that might be interested in supporting residents for a few hours with lifestyle activities such as painting, trivia, bus outings, reading and music therapy.

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Delivery. Contract No. 2223/051 Suitably qualified Contractors are invited to submit Tenders for the Loading and Delivery of gravel for Gravel Road re-sheeting program in the eastern area of the Shire. The contract requires the loading and delivery of approximately 7,000 cubic metres of gravel from Council’s Horseshoe Quarry at Everton. Tenders will be received up until 2pm on Monday 10 October 2022. A copy of the tender documents are available by going to http://www.indigoshire.vic.gov.au/ tenders and accessing Councils E-Procure portal to download documents.

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We require someone: That has sensational customer service skills With a knowledge and passion for books Who loves reading and sharing their reading with others That is digitally literate Experience with managing social media platforms is also desirable. If this is you, please email your current resume and covering letter to edgars@edgarsbooksandnews.com.au Applications close Monday, 19 September, 2022.

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21/12/1939 - 10/9/2022 Passed away suddenly. Aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife of Raffaelle. (Ralph). Loved mother of Gino, Angelina, Tony and Robert. Adored Nonna of 9 and Bisnonna of 2. Funeral details are yet to be ﬁnalised. Please see www.northeastfunerals.com.au for further information.

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Oxley table tennis honours the Queen

ACKNOWLEDGING Queen Elizabeth II, a photo of her taken in 1955 was displayed in the Oxley Hall when 24 players gathered for table tennis last Monday night. If, as they say, laughter is the best medicine, up and comers, have beens, young and old certainly received their full dosage and more as the floors and walls trembled with noise and enjoyment coming from each of the four tables all evening. With his mind and eyes fully focused, Jason Mullins teamed up with the girl with boundless energy, Alison Stephens to challenge quiet, but dynamic Joyce Fisher and ‘horse whisperer’ Graham Stephens. Fisher’s consistency combined with Mr Stephens keeping the wheels in motion, resulted in them winning a heart-stopper by one point. When young Archie Crispin and old bloke Adam Bosley stood shoulder to shoulder to face ‘Coadnamed’ Cheryl and Brian ‘bare armed’ Bourke, it was

FULL ON: At the table (note Queen on background) Cheryl Coad, Lucy Ubergang, and Graham and Alison Stephens. PHOTO: Jason Mullins obvious this would be a ripper contest, exhibiting every style and stroke that makes the game so popular. And while it seemed the match would never end, it was evident that none were suffering fatigue after their many contests for the night, as the lead see-sawed until a tie-break determined the winner. In between sets it was good to see Maria Matasevi

honing her skills in preparation for her debut performance next week. Coming out of a 12-month hibernation period, Ben Bonwick was all talk and advice as he pushed his legweary partner, June Uebergang, to the limits in their match against over the fence neighbours Margot Ingwersen and Janet ‘Zumba’ Heath. But amidst lots of laughter, it was a great match.

Kate ‘floats like a butterfly, stings like a bee’ Cole partnered ‘the Don’ (not Bradman) Heath, when they faced Phoebe ‘never give in’ Bosley and cool as a ccmber Will Bonwick. And what a game it was, Bosley and Bonwick dished it up with big serves and slices. But Cole and Heath were hungry for the whole range on offer and were prepared

to devour anything that came their way. Back home from Canberra , Erica Pike was in good form when she and the bloke down the road, Martin Butcher joined forces to giver sturdy and strong Brian Bourke, and Lucy ‘tearaway’ Uebergang their money’s worth in a battle of the bounce. Wearing her dancing shoes, Uebergang topped

the ball and her feet, while Bourke kept his feet firmly on the ground, as Pike and Butcher landed the big ones in a sea of foam and lather. Exhausting to watch, but well within their untiring bodies and minds, the boy from town, John Fisher, and local lad Zac Mullins, paired up against the ‘tall timber’ pair Gary Coad and Neil Spurgeon. And using the entire length and breadth of the table and surrounds, each gave a fair dinkum performance as they strove for victory. It was top-quality competition, top-quality viewing for spectators and exhausting for all. Players were refreshed with tea, coffee, fruit cake, biscuits and savouries on tap all evening, players were refreshed but worn out after another very enjoyable night at the oblong table. Everyone is advised the season will come to a close on October 10. The evening will include table tennis, celebration of a wonderful season of community physical and social enjoyment.

SCOREBOARD JUBILEE GOLF CLUB Saturday, September 10 Stroke Medal Winner: Chris Boseley 79 Best Scratch: Di Murphy 89 Ball winners: Di Murphy 80 NTP: 4th Leeanne Carmody (Pinsent Hotel), 8th (Londrigans Finer Foods), 13th (Reality Clothing), 17th Val Ellis (Appin Park General Store). Saturday, September 10 Stroke Medal A Grade Winner: Glenn Ryan ****MEDAL WINNER**** 75. Runner Up: Charl DeMink 75. B Grade Winner: Ian Mills 76. Runner Up: Pat Ernst 77. C Grade Winner: Mark Dean 76. Runner Up: Alex Gibbs 77. D Grade Winner: Dave O’Connor 76. Runner Up: Jack Reiter 77. Best Scratch: Charl DeMink 77. Ball Winners: Kyle Bridgeman 76, Tom Lindsey 76, Tom Aggett 76, Sam Neave 77, Fraser Jeffrey 78, Bronte Bruce 78, Josh Ormand 78, Wayne Hibberson 79, Col Braden 79, Danny Fogarty 79, Jeff Elliott 79, Darby West 79. Super Nine Club Shirt: Charl DeMink 22 Aroma Deli: Ben Honeychurch 21 2 Balls: Gordon Hines 20 NTP: 4th Paul West (Pinsent Hotel), 8th Bronte Bruce (Fraser Jeffrey Finance), 13th Kyle Bridgeman, 17th Ken Beitzel. Sunday, September 11 Brian Kerlin 9 hole 3 person Ambrose Winner: Kerry Newton-Allan White-Fraser Jeffrey 29.42. Runners Up: Ange MitchellTanu Nuu-Josh Ormond 30.25. NTP: 4th Wayne Roberts Di Murphy, 8th Allan White Frances Duffy. Tuesday, September 13 Stableford Winner: Vicki Moorhead 37. Ball winners: Liane Graham (2) 35, Kathie Hyland 33, Mary Jones 33.

NTP: 4th Di Murphy, 8th Lyn Male, 13th Liane Graham, 17th Melody Adams. Wednesday, September 14 Stableford A Grade Winner: Alex Jones 36. B Grade Winner: Ken Beitzel 39. C Grade Winner: Michael Lugg 39. Ball Winners: Andrew Skewes (2) 36, Alex Gibbs 35, Ian Dinsdale 35, Barry McLeod 34, Steve McNaughton 34, Dave Woodstock 34, Attila Kungl 34, Gordon Hines 34, Pat Ernst 33, Peter Challman 33. Eagle on 5th Hole to Andrew Skewes NTP: 4th Dave Woodstock, 8th Ian Dinsdale, 13th Dave Woodstock, 17th Geoff Gourley. Wednesday, September 14 9 Hole Stableford A Grade Winner: Peter Evans 20. Runner Up: Wade Goodwin 19. B Grade Winner: Ron Renkin 20. Runner Up: Jack Reiter 19. NTP: 4th Ian Dinsdale, 8th Ron Renkin.

CROQUET Results for Monday September 12 are as follows: Wendy Waddington and Margaret Bennett d Robyn Muller and Terry Wilson 7/6, Christine Ireland and Janet Kelly d Dawn Wind and Andy Barbero 7/4, Elise Downes and Lauren Kazenwadel d Cheryle Beckley and Kath Godsen 6/3. Visitor, Kath Godsen attended for the first time on Monday and enjoyed the experience. Wendy Waddington and Margaret Bennett benefited from a Terry Wilson mistake with the score at six all when he attempted to clear Margaret’s ball and instead put it through the hoop. On Wednesday, 12 members played golf croquet, while three played ricochet. Andy Barbero defeated Lauren Kazenwadel and Terry Wilson

24/20 in the ricochet game over two and a half hours. Andy achieved a four-hoop break and several three hoop breaks while Terry Wilson managed two 23 yard roquets. Playing days are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 1pm. Visitors are welcome. Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow for the draw to be done. Late arrivals will be included in the next game. For further information please contact one of the numbers listed below. President Janet Kelly 0429166016 or captain Lauren Kazenwadel on 0455023538.

WARBY WALKERS Saturday, September 10 Mount Glenrowan This was an interesting variation on a tried-and-true venue, involving a loop down to Moonlight Track via Casuarina Track on the way to Mount Glenrowan. On a very cool (and wet) morning, we headed off to Taminick Gap, and started walking at about 8.50am, despite the

drizzly conditions. There were 16 of us on this adventure, and we split into two groups, one tackling the standard route to Mount Glenrowan (via Chick Hill), the other tackling Casuarina Track; the distance planned for this latter option being about 14 kilometres. Setting off, we walked along Ridge Track, to the Casuarina Track turn-off, where the two groups temporarily parted company. Heading down Casuarina Track there was evidence of track maintenance everywhere, so instead to taking the usual offtrack descent down to Moonlight Track, we stayed on Casuarina until it met up with Moonlight Track. A few kilometres on this scenic pathway took us to a collection of rocks, where we had a quick morning tea. Continuing on, we enjoyed seeing two seasonal waterfalls in their full glory - very photogenic. We also had to perform a few spirited (elegant?) water crossings - the catchment is well and truly soaked.

We now followed Moonlight Track to where it swings to the east, and starts a steep climb up to Ridge Track then to Morgan’s Lookout (Mount Glenrowan) where we enjoyed a scenic lunch in a sheltered location. The views were restricted by the low cloud over the high country, but it was still interesting to see hundreds of water patches on the flood plain. The two groups re-met and we then ambled back to the cars via Ridge Track. Coming Events Sunday, September 18 Friends Track, Kwat Kwat Lookout and Mt Warby, WONP. Chris, 0418 503 802 An easy loop walk of about 6k, or a longer medium loop walk of about 10k atop the Warby Range. Both walks on bush tracks, with the longer walk including the Alpine Views Track and Mount Warby. Sunday, September 25 Walk from Killawarra to Peechelba, WONP. \rAndy, 0439 209 749 A medium walk of approximately 12 kms from near the Forest Camp, with lots of wildflowers, to Peechelba via Wallaby Hill and Irishtown Creek. Following the walk, there will be a campfire get together at the Killawarra Forest Camp for walkers and others who drive out around 12.30. This occasion is to mark the Spring Equinox. You’re welcome to bring your own chair, something to cook in, over or on the fire, or just lunch that doesn’t need any cooking. By midday we’ll have a fire going well and all members or are welcome. Kath, 0401 752 550. When you book in for the walk, just let Andy know if you’d like to stay for the social event.

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A grade, A reserve cricket fixture revealed

WINNERS: (Back L-R) Angela Kloppenborg, Max Kavanagh, Royce Wojtowyez, Marty Seymour, Michael Murrell, Warrick Benton, Shaun McGauran, (front L-R) Matt Motha, Mitch Benton.

Clay target success for Marty Seymour WANGARATTA Clay Target Club’s Sporting Clays competition on Sunday, September 11 was held in clear and mild conditions, so while the weather presented no challenge to the shooters, the targets set up by hard-working club volunteers Phil Smith and Ian Auranaune certainly did. The variability of sporting clays is what makes it so enjoyable for many shooters and, as in golf, there are easy courses and tricky ones. Last Sunday’s course at Wangaratta was a tricky one, but Yarrawonga shooter Marty Seymour was up to the challenge. His final score of 85/100 gave him

the AA Grade win and the Overall High Gun award. Shaun McGauran, recently promoted to AA Grade, took second place, just one target down on 84/100. A Grade went to Brian Taylor with 78/100, from the Corowa club’s Royce Wojtowyez, second on 75/100. Matt Motha was out at the club early on Sunday to help prepare grounds, but had enough energy left to shoot a respectable 58/100 to take the B Grade win. New club member Warrick Benton was shooting in his first competition and took out C Grade with 35/100.

Benalla field and game shooter Michael Murrell was second with 29/100. Overall High Gun went to Marty Seymour on 85/100. veterans category went to Max Kavanagh on 71/100. Angela Kloppenborg took the ladies category with 61/100. Juniors category went to Mitch Benton with 48/100. Young Mitch probably did a lot of talking about scores with his dad, C Grade winner Warrick, on the way home. Thanks to the usual core of volunteers who keep the cogs turning at every competition.

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Anton and Matt Motha, Col Crittenden, Phil Smith and Ian Auranaune for preparing the grounds. Alison Harwood and Linda Motha in the office and Bruce Henshall and Anita Klima in the canteen. Keeping an eye on proceedings and filling any breech in the lines, the omnipresent Brian Reid. The Wangaratta Clay Target Club’s next competition will be down the line on Saturday, September 17. This event will include the annual Dick English Memorial Handicap. Visitors are always welcome. Details on all aspects of the club’s operations can be found on the website at https://wctc.jimdofree.com/.

THE Wangaratta and District Cricket Association released the first look at what the 2022/23 cricket season will look like, with the A grade and A reserve fixtures released. Fixtures for B grade, C grade, and the junior competitions will be released in coming weeks. The regular season for the A and A reserve grades will consist of 14 matches, with eight one dayers and six two day matches. The first block of two day cricket will be in rounds four and five, covering the month of November. The season will run from October 15, 2022, with the grand final set for March 25, 2023, with a break for Christmas and New Year from December 17 to January 7. In round one of the A grade, Benalla host Beechworth, Yarrawonga play City Colts on the Bill O’Callaghan Oval at the Barr Reserve, Wangaratta Magpies take on Delatite in Mansfield, and Ovens Valley United go up against reigning premiers Rovers United Bruck at McNamara Reserve. The full fixture can be viewed on the WDCA MyCricket page.

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Vasilevski hangs the boots up WANGARATTA City’s 2019 cup winning coach Daniel Vasilevski has coached his last game. Vasilevski led his team to the league-and-cup double in 2019, finished joint league winners in 2021 and came as close to a 2022 cup final win without taking the cup home on Saturday night. After four years at the helm, Vasilevski said his time is up. “I’m definitely feeling mixed emotions,” Vasilevski said. “I’ve been involved with the club since we moved so I haven’t known anything else than driving to South Wangaratta Reserve every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. “We’ve had another child since moving so now it’s time to spend some time with both of them while they’re young. “Hopefully I’ll still be around the club as a supporter and I’ll definitely keep an interest in how the guys are going, I may even pull the boots on in the over 35s but we’ll see what happens.”

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Vasilevski admitted that coaching has taken up a large chunk of his life. “I need a break, I was pretty relieved when the season ended on the weekend, it was really disappointing to lose and I’m still getting over it but I feel relieved,” he said. “So much energy goes into planning training every week, as well as game day so I’ll have heaps of time for my two young kids (Ollie, 5-years-old and Lily, 2) now. “I’m looking forward to taking the kids, and even my wife (Genevieve) down to the soccer on Sundays. “I’ll be able to turn up at three o’clock and sit on the camp chair on the hill.” Vasilevski made an instant impact on the Devils with his highly successful 2019 campaign in his first year as coach. “2019 is definitely the highlight,” he said.

TIME IS UP: Daniel Vasilevski has called time on his decorated coaching career. “That was a massive year, we won everything, we won the pre-season cup, league and cup final, it was unbelievable. “I think I just want to be remembered around the club for bringing high standards which hopefully

showed when we played.” Apart from his 2019 triumphs, the former A-League player will always remember the clashes with Myrtleford. “I remember when the club first contacted me they asked me to come down to a game against Myrtleford in

2018 to have a look and we went down 6-0,” he said. “To then win the next four or five when I signed on as coach was just awesome. “I loved playing them and loved beating them, there was just a really good crosstown rivalry there.”

Inaugural juniors match set to raise curtain on O&K grand final By NATHAN DE VRIES BEFORE the Ovens and King football grand finals are contested tomorrow, WJ Findlay Oval will see the first staging of the La Trobe University Bushrangers Cup, pitting two of the best under 14s sides in the region against each other. Wangaratta and District Junior Football League (WDJFL) under 14 premiers Imperials will take on their Albury Wodonga Junior Football League (AWJFL) premiership counterparts, Albury, in a curtain raiser match from 10am. WDJFL operations manager and O&KFNL general manager Cam Green said the lack of a thirds competition in the O&K left the door open to show off some other young footy talent. “This will obviously fill a spot

without the O&K thirds for the first time - we haven’t had a grand final since 2019, that was the last grand final in the under 19 competition,” he said. “This fills a time gap as well, but it’s also a great opportunity for these kids to play. “We thought it was a pretty good time to have a look at the next generation coming through, and there’s no better way to look at that than in a game of footy. “The junior interleague carnival was cancelled earlier this year, so this will be a great booster to playing against people you don’t normally play against. “Being the two premier sides in the junior league competitions in their age group, it sets up how good it’s going to be for them in the next couple of years.”

Green said the cup was ready to go last year, but with complications from COVID restrictions, it was forced to be postponed. “It was identified last year as a potential opportunity, but it’s taken off this year,” he said. “We let (clubs) all know back in July, before even the home and away season finished and they didn’t even know who would play. “We definitely want to continue this, I think it’s great - it gets more eyes on the O&K, gets more eyes on junior players, and helps create pathways from junior clubs to O&K clubs which is what we’re after. “It should be a regular staple (of grand final day).” The first La Trobe University Bushrangers Cup between Imperials and Albury is set to start at 10am tomorrow at the WJ Findlay Oval.

CUP CLASH: Harrison O’Brien and the rest of the under 14 premiership Imperials take on Albury in the first La Trobe University Bushrangers Cup from 10am tomorrow. PHOTO: Janet Watt

After playing professional soccer, Vasilevski has ambitions to one day return to the level to coach. “I’d like to believe that one day I might get back into coaching,” he said. “Once the kids grow up a bit I want to get my pro badges and maybe coach at a higher level. “Football’s been a part of my life since I was five-yearsold so it’s going to be interesting not being involved, some professional players get that feeling when they retire but I went straight from playing to coaching so I haven’t felt that yet.” Vasilevski thanked his family for allowing him to do what he’s done over the past three years. “My wife Genevieve has allowed me to coach because quite often you put yourself first when you do things like these,” he said. “I’d also like to thank the club for taking my family and I into the club and making us feel welcomed. “Ollie will be playing miniroos so I’ll still be around.”

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From back page The canteen will have the full range of treats - chips, potato cakes, steamed dim sims, sausage rolls, pies, hot dogs, chicken schnitzels, sandwiches, salad rolls and, of course, barista coffee and soft drink. Alcohol will be for sale at the usual spots, definitely no BYO allowed, or pets. The national anthem will be performed by Cathedral College year 10 student Eliza Murrell. Entry to the game is $20, $15 for concession and under 16 free. Footy Record included in the admission. The match will also be live-streamed by All In Sports Steve Murphy. Entry to the O&K Grand Final Breakfast is $40, $25 for O&K life members, drinks at bar prices, continental breakfast included. For tickets email cam.green@afl.com. au. Don’t miss our massive 16 page lift out inside covering every grand final.

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Wang Rovers one win away from big dance A DERBY grand final is on the line in this weekend’s preliminary final with Wangaratta Rovers only needing to knock over Yarrawonga to book a spot against Wangaratta on the biggest day of the year. The Hawks are riding a wave of momentum in their finals campaign thus far, knocking over Myrtleford by 22 points and then backing it up with a thrilling come from behind victory over Albury (five points) last weekend. But the Pigeons will be no easy beats and only went down to the Magpies by five points last Saturday, however, the record between the Hawks and Yarrawonga stands at one apiece this season, setting up a scintillating clash this weekend. Wangaratta Rovers coach Daryn Cresswell is looking forward to a big day that will see both the seniors and reserves (playing Wodonga)

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battle it out for a grand final spot. “It’s going to be a huge day for the club,” Cresswell said. “If you rewind five or six weeks back we were sitting in sixth and battling for a finals spot. “We’ve found some momentum now, the confidence is high and you don’t get many opportunities to play in games like these so the boys are ready to go.” The Rovers running game has been a highlight of this year’s finals series with Jack Gerrish and Sam Murray dazzling spectators with their bursts through the middle. “Our running game has certainly been something we’ve been working on,” Cresswell said. “Our team likes to carry

ONE WIN AWAY: Todd Bryant and Wangaratta Rovers take on Yarrawonga in Sunday’s preliminary final at Bunton Park. PHOTO: Melissa Beattie the footy and get it into space and that’s definitely come to the forefront over the past few weeks. “I think we’ve challenged good sides with it and that’ll be the case on Sunday.” Cresswell admitted the Pigeons have plenty of players that he’ll have to keep tabs on.

“I went down and watched them last weekend and they’re playing really good footy at the moment,” he said. “They’re a hard team to score against and play a strong, defensive brand of footy, while also having plenty of players that can hurt you.

“(Bailey) Fraunfelder, (Leigh) Williams, (Nick) Fothergill, (Willie) Wheeler and (Mark) Whiley are all players that can really hurt you and then they have (Leigh) Masters who holds their backline up. “They’ve had a successful season but we’ve had some good battles against them, we beat them at home and then they got a hold of us in the last quarter in Yarrawonga.” As for containing power forward Williams, who has booted 72 majors this year, Wangaratta Rovers have options. “We’re seriously considering Tyson Hartwig, he’s played on him in the Eastern Football League,” Cresswell said. “But then we’ve got Tristan Lenaz back from injury, Michael Clark, Jace McQuade and even Tom Boyd can go down there if needed so we’ve got options there. “Lukas Webb and Cody

Schutt are likely to be fit too so we’ve got a few players to come back in. “We’ll go through that at selection though but it’s going to be interesting because we don’t want to change the side up too much.” Alex Marklew has been carrying a sore quad since round 18 and has looked sore this finals series, particularly last weekend, however, Cresswell warned Marklew is coming good. “He’s been sore since that last round match against Albury,” he said. “He’s been contributing though, he’s probably been at 85 per cent but he told me he’s feeling as good as he’s felt over the past few weeks now. “Him and Boyd have been so dynamic up forward over the past few weeks, they’re good mates and that’s shown with the way they play together.” Sunday’s clash starts at 2pm.

150 up for Byrne as ‘Pies face Roos By WILLSON MACK

KEY PLAYER: Issy Byrne will play her 150th game when Wangaratta meet Corowa-Rutherglen at Bunton Park on Sunday in the preliminary final. PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

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TO OUR THIRDS TEAM AND SENIORS FOR WINNING THEIR PLACES IN THE O & M GRAND FINAL FOR 2022. Good luck to our A Grade Netballers who are competing for their place this Sunday @ 12.15 Bunton Park – Preliminary Final V Corowa

GO PIES!!

IF you want to be the best you have to beat the best, that’s the scenario for Wangaratta’s A grade netball team on Sunday. The Magpies are set to meet Corowa-Rutherglen in Sunday’s preliminary final at Bunton Park after the Roos fell to Yarrawonga by 11 goals last weekend. Not only will Wangaratta be wanting to make it to next weekend’s grand final, they’ll also be looking to make it a happy 150th game for gun Issy Byrne. And while Wangaratta is yet to beat Corowa-Rutherglen this season (losses of four goals and 14), the only win that matters is this weekend’s. A victory would keep Wangaratta’s hopes of a threepeat alive after claiming the 2018 and 2019 premierships. Wangaratta co-coach Chaye Crimmins is expecting a tough clash on Sunday. “This game is going to be

another tough tussle,” Crimmins said. “We definitely haven’t played our best netball the other times we have played them. “We just really need to stick to our game plan and have confidence in each other.” Corowa-Rutherglen has threats across the court with the sister shooting duo of Grace and Chloe Senior posing a threat in attack, while Sophie Hanrahan is a pillar in defence and will no doubt be looking to stop Wangaratta’s star shooter in Georgia Clark. But it will be Wangaratta’s experience of Issy Byrne, Hannah Grady, Katie Dean and Crimmins who will be looking to step up and send their side into the grand final. The quartet will be harnessing 2019’s grand final energy when they downed the Roos by three goals to claim the premiership. Sunday’s game starts at 12:30pm.

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ªxHRKILCy872010z GAME ON SAM Carpenter (pictured with Will Nolan in support) and Wangaratta Rovers need to win just one more game to feature on the Ovens and Murray’s last day of the year. The Hawks take on Yarrawonga at Bunton Park in Sunday’s preliminary final.

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Back bigger and better OVENS and King Football and Netball League’s biggest day of the year has finally arrived with the grand final tomorrow at the WJ Findlay Oval. In what is shaping to be a true wet weather finale to the season, titanic contests abound on the city oval and courts from go to whoa. Action starts at 9am on the netball courts and the footy follows at 10am with a special interleague clash of our future stars when WDJFL under 14s premiers Imperials take on the AWJFL under 14s premiers Albury

O&K readies for first ggrand final dayy in three yyears BY SHANE DOUTHIE sdouthie@ nemedia.com.au

in the inaugural La Trobe University Bushrangers Cup - see page 54 for the full story Away from the battlefield, the action begins even earlier with a Grand Final Breakfast in the Rovers’ clubrooms at 8am for an 8.15am start. Catered for by the chefs

at Wangaratta Gateway Hotel and hosted by the consummate MC Joe McKenzie, it will be a start to remember with five new O&K life members and three hall of famers inducted. Excitement will hit a fever pitch at 2.15pm for the senior footy between Benalla All Blacks and Bonnie Doon and continue through to 2.45pm for the A grade netball final between arch rivals Milawa and Greta. O&KFNL general manager

Cam Green could scarcely contain his excitement at the prospect ahead of him. “It will be a massive day,” Green said. “In the footy it is history in the making either way as both Bonnie Doon and Benalla All Blacks will be going for their first premiership in the league while the rivalry between Milawa and Greta is unrivalled; it’s their third grand final against each other in a row. “Hopefully it will be a

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great turnout from the O&K supporters and sports followers in general; it’s hard to tell as it’s been three years since grand finals could be held, but everything else is shaping up well.” Spectators will also be spoiled off the ground thanks to the Benalla All Blacks who are providing the food and refreshments. Club president Doug Aiton said it will be a big day for all involved, on-field the seniors have not won a flag

since 1981 and the reserves since 1995, while off the ground the club has the catering to take care of. “There will be three outlets; the main canteen, a barbecue, which will offer bacon and egg rolls early before switching to the standard barbecue later offering sausages and hamburgers, plus a minicanteen near the netball courts,” he said. “It will be all hands on deck and a massive night back at the clubrooms afterward.” ■ Continued page 54

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