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THOUSANDS GO OFF-GRID AT ELDORADO

MORE than 5000 people flocked to Eldorado’s Centennial Park on Saturday for the annual Off-Grid Living Festival. Organiser Kate Nottingham said rain saw a smaller crowd of around 3500 attend yesterday. “Even with the lesser numbers on Sunday, the sell-out crowd on Saturday ensured the event was a great success,” she said. More than 200 exhibitors offered a range of products and skills for off-grid living. Ms Nottingham said while the festival has outgrown its current location, it could still stay within the Rural City of Wangaratta, or Benalla, with a number of options being assessed.

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Sewer solution

SEWERAGE capacity woes in Wangaratta that have slowed residential housing are set to ease from late 2024 with a series of strategies to link growth areas to the city’s wastewater system.

North East Water (NEW) is in the process of evaluating design options for sewer pump stations, detention storages (underground tanks) and trunk sewers that will link

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these growth areas in the north-west and south.

It will be an interim fix to the capacity problem caused partly by antiquated

sewer lines until a largescale wastewater treatment plant is built to service new developments for decades to come.

Guy WilsonBrowne, NEW general manager planning and infrastructure, said they are continuing to progress wastewater solutions in

Wangaratta to improve the capacity of the city’s sewer network and to accommodate growth.

“As part of this, we are working proactively with the Rural City of Wangaratta and developers to plan and deliver essential services,” he said.

“We have already installed new pumps and pressure

mains that have opened up several development areas where new housing is currently being constructed.

“A number of developers are also installing detention storages in developments under construction in the city’s north-west which will help ease pressure on the city’s sewer system

during storm events.

“We are also developing a servicing strategy to provide sewer infrastructure to the southern and north-west growth areas of Wangaratta.”

NEW announced a plan in March last year that would involve developers installing underground tanks on a parcel of land near their developments to store waste for release in the sewerage system during off-peak times.

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$18.4m build to lift city’s social social housing

VHA urges state to rethink health cuts

THE Victorian Healthcare Association (VHA) is urging the State Government to abandon its plan to slash millions of dollars from preventative healthcare in the May budget.

The Victorian Department of Health last Friday contacted many of Victoria’s community health services to inform them of looming budget cuts to their health promotion programs.

Acting CEO of the VHA Juan Paolo Legaspi said the VHA understands the decision involves millions of dollars being cut from the budget and will affect 45 community health services, resulting in job losses and service reductions.

“It is unclear which services community health providers will have to cut, but they currently deliver a broad range of preventative health interventions including programs that aim to increase healthy eating and active living, and reduce tobacco and vaping related harm,” he said.

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Intoxication law will see policing change

AN imminent change to the state’s public drunkenness laws must address serious concerns held by regional communities, according to Wangaratta–based Ovens Valley state MP Tim McCurdy.

The proposed changes, which are set to be enacted from November 7, will see public drunkenness decriminalised, with the current criminal justice response instead replaced with what the State Government describes as a ‘health–based approach’.

Under the plan, health centres are set to be established at a number of locations throughout the state, including 10 in regional areas, and will rely on outreach services to transport those found intoxicated in public spaces to access ongoing support.

The move follows the coronial inquest into the death of Yorta Yorta woman Tanya Day in 2017, after she was detained in a police cell in Castlemaine after being found drunk in a public place, and later died.

However, The Police Association Victoria (TPAV) secretary, Wayne Gatt, said the change could considerably curtail the police’s ability to act in a preventative manner.

“My members join the job to

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keep the community safe – a lot of that work is in preventing incidents that can endanger Victorians – removing drunk people from situations in which they pose a danger to themselves and others falls firmly into the prevention category,” he said.

“Under this new response model soon to be introduced by the government, police will only respond once a crime is committed – that is, when it‘s too late.”

Mr Gatt said the burden of response would likely fall on other emergency responders, such as paramedics, who may be ill–equipped to intervene in a situation fueled by alcohol.

“Instead, this burden of responsibility will have been placed on workers who have neither the training nor the means to carry out meaningful intervention – the burden of conscience will lie directly with the government,” he said.

Having regularly spoken on the challenges facing paramedics throughout the North East, where code one serious emer-

gency response times are regularly below the state average, Mr McCurdy said the State Government had failed to consult regional communities such as Wangaratta and Alpine Shire.

“The comments made my Mr Gatt raise genuine concerns for the safety of regional communities and paramedics who will be forced to deal with these situations alone,” he said.

“The impact of alcohol can be devastating in regional areas, and when bad behaviour is not addressed, can lead to tragic outcomes.

“I would urge the government to go back to the drawing board and work with the communities and stakeholders to deliver a better outcome for locals.”

According to a Victorian Government spokesperson, details around specific regional health sites were yet to be decided, and

are set to be confirmed through a commissioning process over the coming months.

They said police would be able to respond in the event someone presented a significant community safety risk, with the response to be informed by the person‘s behaviour rather than the intoxication.

An intoxicated person could then be forwarded to paramedics or outreach programs depending on their risk factor.

“We are working with first responders, including Victoria Police, on how best to support people found intoxicated in public following decriminalisation,” the spokesperson said.

“Ambulance Victoria and ESTA (Emergency Services Telecommunication Authority) will continue to play a critical role in providing services to people found intoxicated in public.”

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The tanks are three metres in diameter x 21 metres long and made out of fibreglass, with each tank servicing 115 land lots.

In several years’ time once the sewer system capacity is upgraded, the tanks may be removed, they could be incorporated into the

longer term solution, or have another use such as stormwater collection.

Mr Wilson-Browne said in the longer term, as part of a major regional master planning program, the water authority is working to develop new, larger infrastructure and upgrades to existing assets to provide

sewer capacity to the whole of Wangaratta for generations to come.

He said this phase is a large-scale complex process which will take several years to plan, and then be implemented in stages over several decades.

“We remain committed to investing in the future of

the North East region with more than $286 million being invested in new and upgraded water and sewer infrastructure during our 2018-26 pricing plan,” he said.

“Our team continues to encourage developers to have early discussions with our team about options for their developments.”

NEW PLANT REQUIRED: The North Wangaratta Treatment Plant (pictured) and 90-year-old sewer lines are at capacity so other options are in the design phase.

Second person dies following fatal crash in Wangaratta

A SECOND person has died following a single vehicle collision in Wangaratta on Sunday, April 9.

Victoria Police confirmed that a 16-year old Wangaratta boy, who was airlifted from the crash scene in a critical

condition, sadly died in hospital on Saturday afternoon.

The teenager was one of three passengers of a vehicle that was allegedly being driven by his 23-year-old brother from Wangaratta, when it rolled and came to

rest in a paddock near the intersection of Greta Road and Clarkes Lane, about 7.15pm last Sunday.

One of the three male passengers, a 26-year-old Beaconsfield man, died at the scene.

A 24-year-old Beaconsfield man was taken to hospital where he remains with nonlife-threatening injuries.

Police said the male driver has been charged with culpable driving causing death, dangerous driving

causing death and negligent driving causing serious injury and he was also issued with a notice of immediate driving ban.

He has been bailed to appear in Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court on September 7.

April spike for vehicle break-ins

By RYAN MALCOLM

A SERIES of vehicle breakins across Wangaratta since the start of April has prompted local police to urge local residents to remain vigilant in locking their doors.

As of Friday, seven vehicles across the rural city had been broken into since the start of the month, equating to an average of one every two days, and Detective Sergeant Chris Hill said police believe a number could be linked. He said the spike in thefts was not uncommon around the Easter break and during the school holidays.

According to Det Sgt Hill, vehicles were broken into at Ocallaghan Drive and Trotman Drive early last Thursday morning, while vehicles at Tone Road and Vista Drive had been targeted on Easter Saturday. Items were also stolen from a vehicle at Currawong Drive on either April 6 or 7, according to DSC Hill.

“We wouldn’t say it’s at epidemic proportions by any stretch,” he said.

$18.4m build will help with social housing void

AN $18.4 million construction of units on Wangaratta’s Templeton Street will commence in the coming months with the existing Uniting flats to be demolished.

The site has been fenced off in readiness for demolition activity, with the project expected to take 18 months to complete.

The social housing development aims to help ease a critical housing shortage in the rural city.

A Homes Victoria spokesperson said Uniting Housing Victoria has received funding to build 44 homes on the site to provide safe, stable, and supported housing for people who need it.

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The site is in Wangaratta's CBD and there will be 20 car parks provided for renters, along with parking spaces for 40 bicycles, enabling travel for residents.

“The $18.4 million fourstorey development is part of the Andrews Labor Government's $5.3 billion Big Housing Build, which will deliver more than 12,000 new social and affordable homes for Victorians by 2026,” the Homes Victoria spokesperson said.

“The project will deliver high-quality, modern one to three-bedroom apartments which will house single people, families, older people and people with disabilities.

“The homes are designed to be sustainable, keeping the houses cool in summer and warm in winter, saving residents money on their bills.”

Uniting Vic/Tas general manager housing and property, Kristie Looney, said regional areas are experiencing growing rental rates and home ownership is out of many people’s reach.

She said they will begin engagement with the community this year and they’ll start to look at the VHR (Vic-

torian Housing Register) waiting list and talk to community partners.

“As we get down the track in the future we'll talk about how we start to allocate those houses accordingly to local people who need safe and secure housing in the town,” Ms Looney said.

The State Government also announced that a $13.3m youth foyer at GOTAFE will be built to house 15-24 year olds at risk of homelessness.

Planning is also underway to develop social housing at the former Ovens College site on Greta Road, with Nestd Kids Under Cover chosen in principle by Wangaratta council as a

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In just over two years of the Big Housing Build, 43 new homes have been completed in Wangaratta, and a further 118 are underway through $57 million of investment.

“It’s slightly above standard.”

Anyone with information or CCTV footage of a vehicle break-in is urged to contact Wangaratta Crime Investigation Unit on 5723 0888.

WEEKEND rainfall has helped push Wangaratta’s April total well above its 35 year monthly average.

According to the Bureau of Meteorology’s weather station at Wangaratta Airport, the city had 13.4mm in the 24 hour period to 9am Sunday.

That takes its total monthly rainfall to 60.6mm, well above the April average of 38.6mm.

Heaviest 24 hour falls to 9am Sunday were Mt Hotham with 55mm, Mt Buffalo 54mm, Black Range Trout Farm (King Valley) 47mm, Carboor Upper 29mm, Bright and Harrietville 27mm, Greta South 25mm, Rutherglen 24mm and Everton 21mm.

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OUT WITH THE OLD: Fencing has been installed before the flats are demolished to make way for a four-level, 44 unit development on Templeton Street.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Concerning findings on our use of child car restraints

ALMOST 90 per cent of child car restraints in Wangaratta are incorrectly fitted or used, dramatically increasing the risk of transport-related injuries, according to figures released as part of the ‘Safe Seats, Safe Kids’ free child car restraint fitting and checking program.

The figures have prompted Kidsafe Victoria to issue an urgent call for local parents and carers to regularly check that their child car restraints are correctly installed and adjusted to fit their child and book in for a free fitting or check.

Of the 90 child car restraints recently inspected in the municipality, 87 per cent were incorrectly installed or used, including:

• 56 per cent which required an adjustment;

• 30 per cent which required a complete refit; and

• one per cent which needed to be replaced due to issues including being more than 10 years old, having damaged/ missing parts, or being an overseas model that does not meet Australian standards.

Kidsafe Victoria CEO, Melanie Courtney, said the figures highlighted the immense danger posed by incorrectly installed or used child restraints.

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injuries has been shown to be four to six times greater when child car restraints are incorrectly fitted or used,” she said.

“Ensuring child car restraints are properly installed can be challenging for parents if they haven’t been shown how to do so, which is why the

‘Safe Seats, Safe Kids’ program is so important.

“Many parents and carers who attend one of our free checking days simply don’t know that their child isn’t restrained safely.

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fitted and also provide education and advice to help parents continue to keep their kids safe on every trip.”

Ms Courtney said transport related incidents are one of the leading causes of accidental death for Australian children.

Coles deal welcomed

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By STEVE KELLY

NORTH EAST dairy farmers have welcomed a new deal between Murray Goulburn (MG) and Coles that will deliver fresh milk direct to supermarket shelves.

MG has struck a 10-year deal to process and supply Coles’ house-branded milk from July 1, next year.

As part of the deal MG will spend $120 million on two factories in Melbourne and Sydney to supply the supermarket giant’s stores, effectively cutting out the middle man.

MG said the Coles contract locks in a premium that will deliver additional profits to 2480 farmer supplier-shareholders from July 2014.

Greta dairy farmer Bill Tanner said something had to happen to improve returns to the farm gate and this was the reason farmers are with the co-op.

“If supermarkets are going to continue their $1 per litre pricing they need to make sure farmers are getting paid prop-

Typical incorrect child car seat installation and usage issues:

• Top tether straps that are twisted, connected to the wrong point in the vehicle or not connected to an anchor point at all.

• Twisted harness straps or harness straps that are at the incorrect height.

• Seatbelts that are threaded through the incorrect path.

• ISOFIX attachments which aren’t secured correctly.

• Children who have been graduated to the next stage of restraint before they are the right size.

“On average, around seven children under 15 are killed and 300 are injured each year on Victorian roads,” she said.

The ‘Safe Seats, Safe Kids’ program was introduced to help combat the issue of incorrectly fitted child car restraints and improve safety

outcomes for children travelling in vehicles.

It is run by Kidsafe Victoria in partnership with Neighbourhood Houses Victoria, with support from the Victorian State Government. Neighbourhood Houses Victoria CEO, Keir Paterson, said the program provided a vital service to local communities that many families may not otherwise be able to afford.

Local parents and carers –including grandparents – can book a free appointment to have their child car restraint installed or inspected at the Pangerang Community Centre in Wangaratta, where free fitting and checking days are regularly held – www.safeseatssafekids.com.au.

A free e-learning tool has also been created as part of the program to assist parents and carers in choosing, installing and using child car restraints correctly - https:// safeseatssafekids.com.au/ courses/child-car-restraints/. For information and advice on the best practice guidelines for the safe transportation of children, please visit https://safeseatssafekids.com.au/resources/.

erly,” Mr Tanner said.

Springhurst farmer Lindsay Humphry, who has been in the industry for decades, said the 10-year contract will bring longterm gain.

He also said it is good for the Australian dairy industry as a whole.

“What we currently have is money going out of the country, with Lion and

Parmalat shareholders reaping the dividends,”Mr Humphry said.

“Now MG is going all out to help the industry and doing all it can to promote it.”

United Dairyfarmers of Victoria (UDV) president, Kerry Callow, said dealing direct locks in a premium for the milk that dairy farmers desperately need.

“It’s also great to hear Coles has agreed to re-stock its shelves with Devondale-branded fresh milk and cheeses.

“From June this year, consumers will once again see these iconic Devondale cheese brands back on Coles’ shelves, after a nineyear absence.”

GOOD DEAL: Local farmer Bill Tanner supports the Coles deal.

SAFETY FIRST: Kidsafe Victoria is encouraging people to book a free appointment at Pangerang community Centre in Wangaratta to have their child car restraint installed or inspected, after a recent study found most are incorrectly installed or used.

Police sentiment survey is seeking public feedback

WANGARATTA police are urging community members to share constructive feedback on the state of local policing as part of Victoria Police’s annual community sentiment survey.

Officers throughout the Wangaratta police service area have frequented local businesses in recent weeks, urging residents to share their safety concerns and police experiences before the end of April.

Wangaratta local area commander, Senior Sergeant Joel Hughes, said the initiative would help inform police practice over the coming months.

“Wangaratta police

would like to encourage the community to participate in the annual community sentiment survey,” he said.

“While our doors are always open, this survey gives local Wangaratta residents and businesses an opportunity to tell us about your community safety concerns, engagement preferences and experiences of local police.

“Our first and foremost priority is always the safety of the community.”

To complete the survey, visit https://engage.vic.gov. au/annual-victoria-policecommunity-sentimentsurvey-2023.

Pig protesters arrested

Seven charged with trespass over a protest at Benalla abattoirs

By RYAN MALCOLM

SEVEN protesters who chained themselves to equipment at the Benalla abattoirs on Thursday morning will face court at a later date, after they were arrested on trespass offences.

According to the Farm Transparency Project, 30 protesters chained themselves to the business’ gas chamber and pig ‘race’ in a demonstration aimed at prompting the State

Government to launch an inquiry into the 'humane' stunning of pigs for slaughter.

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Campaigner and advocate Chris Delforce recently released footage in close proximity to the carbon dioxide chambers at a major Victorian pig abbatoir, and said Thursday’s demonstration had demanded action to outlaw the practice.

“Today we are here to peacefully put our bodies in the way of these instruments of death

and destruction and demand an immediate ban on the use of carbon dioxide gas chambers, at the very least until a full inquiry can take place,” he said.

“Pigs are dying in agony in these gas chambers every day, we couldn’t wait any longer for someone else to intervene.”

A police spokesperson said seven of the protesters had been arrested and processed following the demonstration.

“It’s understood a number of

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people chained themselves to equipment at a business about 4am,” the spokesperson said.

“Seven people were arrested at the scene - as a result, three men and four women between the ages of 23 and 53 from Melbourne, Tasmania and New South Wales were charged with trespass offences and bailed to attend the Benalla Magistrates’ Court at later dates.

“No one was injured during the incident.”

SEEKING FEEDBACK: Constable Jacob Handley and Senior Constable Mark Jensen took to the streets of Wangaratta on Thursday to raise awareness around the police Community Sentiment Survey.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

FIGHT FOR CHANGE: Protesters at the Benalla abattoirs on Thursday sought action to launch an inquiry into the ‘humane’ slaughter of pigs.

Accommodating a growing social need

THE $18.4 million development of 44 one to three bedroom apartments in Templeton Street will provide a much needed boost to the city’s social housing.

Demand for social housing continues to rise, with current stocks simply unable to keep up.

Even with this new development - to be ready at its earliest by late 2024 - Wangaratta will continue to need more investment from governments and other partners into social housing stock.

According to state figures in 2022, Wangaratta had 513 people on the priority waiting list for social housing.

Last month the Wangaratta Chronicle reported that homelessness in our city had increased by 67 per cent since 2016.

Based on figures recently released from the 2021 Census data, Wangaratta had 125 people classified as homeless.

BeyondHousing, the region’s main homelessness system access point, said the rise only highlighted the critical need for governments to continue to build more social and affordable housing.

The Community Housing Industry Association Victoria has been calling on the State Government to commit to a $6 billion Social Housing Investment Fund to deliver 20,000 social homes over the next decade.

It’s still only around a third of what’s required to hit Infrastructure Victoria’s recommended target, but it would still make a big difference.

Encouragingly, the government last week indicated it’s looking at slashing red tape for the building industry, helping to expedite development.

Let us hope that this renewed focus can deliver outcomes not just private residential housing, but also social/affordable housing.

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FACEBOOK users commented on the sighting of a juvenile Red-bellied black snake on Thursday afternoon at the Apex Park playground, which Tarrawingee Snake and Reptile Relocation catchers were unable to catch.

• Kristy Grinter: Glad it wasn’t seen on Saturday the 10th when the Easter bunny was in town.

• Felicity Jaylar: I also spotted what looked to be either a

dead snake or toy snake on the road on Rowan street between phillipson St and Swan street

• Ged Blum: Parkour under pressure

• Catherine Jones: One also removed from Barr Reserve recently.

• Stacey Lowry: Courtney Hartwig noooo!!!! Or should I say yessssss it didn’t come near us?!

• Anne Willett: Sharryne Kiker we’ll have to be mindful Saturday

• Katie Kate: Paul Crabb

Do not be conned by the ‘Yes’ vote

IN response to Jill Lindquist’s letter (Wangaratta Chronicle, April 12) on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.

Jill you say don’t follow regressive Liberals - vote ‘Yes’.

I say don’t follow Labor’s secret agenda and desperate push wanting Australians to vote for something Labor will only give all the information on six months after, if they win.

Sadly the whole letter was a shocking personal attack on Peter Dutton.

Obviously you haven’t listened to those highly qualified legal people and many others dissecting this proposal and the dangers and repercussions it will inflict on our country going forward.

Like it or not, this is a political issue and thank goodness Peter Dutton and many others are giving us the knowledge and information we need before we vote.

Like it or not, this is two sided, not oneyes or no.

Voters need to give very serious consideration to anything being added to the constitution, especially given the secrecy surrounding the Voice.

It’s too later after.

PatChick,Wangaratta

Medicare Heart Health Check saves lives

HEART disease is Australia’s leading cause of death and tragically takes the life of one Australian every 30 minutes.

The good news is, heart disease is largely preventable.

The bad news? Our best tool for heart disease prevention - the Medicare Heart Health Check - is about to expire.

We are seeking a guarantee from the Australian Government that funding will continue beyond June 30 this year.

Nearly 440,000 Australians have seen their GP for a Medicare subsidised Heart Health Check since they were introduced.

The Heart Foundation is asking the government to invest $11.5 million per year, to continue subsidising Heart Health Checks into the future.

It’s not too late for you readers to take action: I urge you to please help us save Medicare Heart Health Checks by signing our petition, writing to local MPs and sharing the petition with friends and family.

To take action, please visit www.heartfoundation.org.au/save-heart-checks.

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ANZAC APPEAL: Coles Wangaratta has been getting plenty of public support for its ANZAC Day Appeal stall prominently located near the store’s entrance. Pictured there on Friday were (from left) Wangaratta RSL vice president John Bailey, Ovens Valley MP Tim McCurdy, store manager Scott Richards, and Indigenous Australian Amy Butler, who was proud to see the stall also highlighting the diversity of the ANZACs, with many Indigenous Australians putting on the uniform to fight for Australia. People can support the appeal by buying a poppy, ANZAC badge or ANZAC biscuits.

Poor Fuel Efficiency Standards costing us

RESIDENTS of the Hume region in North East Victoria can save a combined $89 million on fuel over the next five years if the Federal Government strengthens Fuel Efficiency Standards.

Last Thursday in Euroa we launched a new report, “Recharging Hume”, based on data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

If found that:

• a Fuel Efficiency Standard that aligns with Australia’s major trading partners would save Hume motorists $89 million over the next five years in reduced fuel costs;

• Regional Australia as a whole would save nearly $4 billion;

• the reduced pollution would be particularly helpful in the Hume area, because the region’s rate of lung conditions is 1.9 per cent compared to the national average of 1.7 per cent; and

• the number of electric vehicles in Hume would likely boom from 61 in 2020 to 7174 in five years, if the Federal Government brought in Fuel Efficiency Standards matching other countries.

Hume residents can not afford to lose $89 million in savings offered by embracing clean transport.

Regional communities like those along the Hume are hit hardest by rising fuel costs, because we drive more large vehicles, drive further, and pay more at the petrol pump.

Fixing Fuel Efficiency Standards would mean more fuel-efficient cars would be sent to Australia by car companies, including a much better range of electric vehicles.

Australia has the weakest fuel efficiency standards in the world, so car makers send us their most polluting cars.

Hume region communities, and the nation, deserves better.

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New visitor information kiosk opened in WPACC

By CHLOE JAENICKE

WANGARATTA’S Visitor and Information Centre has relocated from Murphy Street to the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre (WPACC).

The new kiosk on the ground floor of the WPACC, located near the theatre stairs between the Ford Street and Ovens Street entrances, opened last Wednesday.

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Councillor Irene Grant said council decided to set up the kiosk at the WPACC since it was an accessible space.

“It’s about accessibility and being visible so people can come and get information,” she said.

“When I walked in today there were actually people here asking for advice.”

Council director of sustainability and culture, Stephen Swart, said he hoped the new kiosk will make information more flexible for visitors.

“Over Easter our visitor information team provided information from the community kiosk in the middle of the CBD with terrific results, and we hope to continue this by having a permanent kiosk

at the WPACC,” he said

“The kiosk is conveniently situated for travellers.

“The WPACC has all abilities amenities, Intermezzo Cafe, and is adjacent to the Wangaratta Art Gallery.”

As well as the new kiosk

in Wangaratta, council economic development and tourism coordinator, Janine Rolles, said the main visitor centre will be opening in Glenrowan later this year which she hoped will also bring more visitors from

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Cheaper train tickets sees communities travel more this month

By BAILEY ZIMMERMANN

V/LINE has reported up to a 20 per cent increase in ticket sales on the Albury line since the introduction of the regional price fair cap at the beginning of the month.

Between March 31 and April 11, V/Line reported a total of 1142 tickets were sold at Wangaratta Station and saw strong ticket sales over the popular Easter long weekend on the Albury line.

A V/Line spokesperson said it was pleased with the response of the community to the capped fares.

“While patronage can vary from day-to-day and service-to-service, initial indications show the fare cap is proving to be very popular and feedback from passengers and staff, and people planning to travel, has been positive,” the spokesperson said.

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“We chose Glenrowan for the main visitor information centre because that’s where the tourists are,” she said.

“If we can catch visitors as they're coming into the region we have a chance to

disseminate and get them into the Wangaratta as well as the surrounding towns.

“We’ll have volunteers doing pop ups at different locations so we’re expanding our services not shrinking them,” she said.

Daily adult tickets were slashed from $67.60 per adult and $33.80 for concession for a return ticket from Wangaratta to Southern Cross Station to $9.20 and concessions $4.60 statewide from March 31.

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NEW KIOSK: Councillor Irene Grant and Laura Nelson showing off the new visitor centre located in the WPACC.

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Exhibition reflects on the local landscape

A DISPLAY of watercolours depicting local scenery and native birds by local artist Carol Perry is being held in the shop at the Benalla Art Gallery throughout April.

Carol began painting in watercolour after taking a course at Preston Technical College in 1964, before refining her drawing skills while working in the engineering field.

She went on to work for an industrial designer, followed by a gas manufacturing company, drawing three dimensional illustrations of parts and appliances.

Currently practicing at the Benalla Broken River Painters studio, Carol now has the opportunity to paint what she is passionate about.

Her work has been included in art shows across North East Victoria, and featured in an exhibition of work by the Broken River Painters at Benalla Art Gallery in 2016. The exhibition of watercolour paintings focuses on Carol’s love of the local scenery and native birds. She finds beauty and inspiration in the North East Victorian landscape, with a particular interest in reflections on water.

Benalla Art Gallery director Eric Nash said the exhibition was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the sensitive watercolours of a local artist - someone who has had a long involvement with the Benalla Art Gallery through both the painting group and as a volunteer.

SCENIC WONDER: The exhibition at the gallery includes works such as Carol Perry’s Clouds 2021, watercolour 10 x 23 cm.

Film, television celebrated in Benalla gallery concert

ONE of Melbourne’s most captivating jazz, chanson and bossa nova singers, Jackie Bornstein, will present a concert celebrating music from iconic television and movie soundtracks at the Benalla Art Gallery on the afternoon of Saturday, April 29.

Known for her rich tones and ability to get to the heart of a tune, Jackie’s performances champion music from across the globe, sharing timeless stories from diverse cultures.

Singing in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Yiddish and Portuguese, Jackie will perform songs drawn from classic films and acclaimed TV series including Six Feet Under, The Sound of Music, The Wizard of Oz, Schindler’s List and more.

From the swinging It’s a Good Day to the haunting Oyfn Pripetshik, the program

features diverse composers including Peggy Lee, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Maria Grever, Keren Ann, Luiz Bonfá, Bruno De Filippi and more.

Joining Jackie will be virtuosic guitarist Nathan Slater and bassist Philip Rex, one of Australia’s finest jazz musicians.

The concert is staged in partnership with the Melbourne Recital Centre, Melbourne’s award-winning live music venue, as part of its regional touring program.

Benalla Art Gallery director, Eric Nash, said it was a pleasure to be able to rekindle the gallery’s partnership with the centre, who are recognised leaders in the live music sector.

Jackie Bornstein and ensemble will perform on Saturday, April 29 at 3pm with limited tickets available by contacting the gallery on 5760 2619.

Galen set for High School Musical

GALEN Catholic College will present Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical High School Musical on stage at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre in May.

It tells the story of Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High who must deal with issues of first love, friends and family.

Featuring two separate casts performing four shows and celebrating the talents of the young performers, see them on May 11, 12 and 13 –with a matinee performance on Saturday– and tickets available at www.wpacc.com.au.

Reading Portraits exhibition celebration

THE Reading Portraits exhibition is on throughout April in the Bainz Gallery at the Wangaratta Library.

It features portraits by Wangaratta photographer Marc Bongers of locals as they read - the images accompanied by written pieces by those featured expressing their experiences of books and reading.

Wangaratta Players are back on stage

WANGARATTA Players’ latest production, Six Characters Looking for an Author, is on again at the Stage Door in Evans Street.

Performances will be held at 7.30pm on April 21 and 22, while a matinee performance will be held on Sunday, April 23 at 2pm.

To secure your tickets, visit www. trybooking.com/CGQSE now.

Somewhere Down the Line opened at gallery

THE Wangaratta Art Gallery is presenting ‘Somewhere Down the Line’ - an exhibition which explores the complexities of boundaries and borders through the works of Bethany Thornber and Courtney Young - in Gallery 2.

It offers a unique opportunity to explore the interplay between art and culture while demonstrating the ways artists from contrasting backgrounds can come together to create meaningful and thought-provoking works.

Foliage featured in new gallery exhibition

A NEW exhibition by local artist Tanya Rose, inspired by foliage and flowers she collected from her garden and the Australian bush, has opened at the Art Gallery on Ovens.

Called Foliage, it features a series of ethereal paintings made using a range of stencils created from the ephemera brought together, layered and enhanced. The exhibition is open until April 24 at the gallery located in the laneway off Murphy Street.

Karen From Finance on Friday

THE hilarious Karen From Finance will bring her onewoman show Doing Time to the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre this Friday, April 21.

A follow up to her award-winning debut Out of Office, Doing Time follows Karen’s journey after being made redundant from the accounts team at a small pie wholesaler in Geelong and heading to the big smoke, on her way to becoming a real team player in Melbourne. Tickets are available now at www.wpacc.com.au.

Enjoy African song, dance

FOLLOWING a sell–out Broadway season, Cirque Mother Africa has returned to Australia with an all new show which comes to the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre this Saturday, April 22, at 7.30pm.

The heartbeat of Africa pulsates throughout this jaw–dropping 90 minute spectacular as the musicians and artists transport audience members to the breathtaking continent.

For ticket enquiries go to www.wpacc.com.au.

JAZZ GROOVES: Singer Jackie Bornstein will present music from iconic television and movie soundtracks at the Benalla Art Gallery on April 29.

Sterilisation works move to mobile pod

A NEW mobile sterilisation pod at Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) will keep important procedures on campus, as major upgrades commence on the hospital’s existing sterilisation department.

The ink was barely dry on the official opening of NHW’s $22.9m redevelopment before construction swung back into action with the installation of a portable sterilisation pod, which was craned into position earlier this month.

The hospital’s Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) is a specialised area which supports the collection, decontamination, storage and distribution of sterile equipment across the health service.

Upgrades are expected to take up to three months, with an eye to providing more room for the department while installing four new washer

disinfectors, motorised packing tables, a new reverse osmosis water treatment system and fume cupboard.

NHW chief executive officer Libby Fifis said the refu rbishment works would ensure compliance with national standards and improve critical workflows to meet demand.

Ms Fifis said surgical services are not expected to be impacted during the refurbishments.

“The standalone pod was craned in with precision recently and will allow our sterilasation work to continue on-site while the refu rbishment works are undertaken,” she said.

“Commissioning and transition of our team into the pod will take around four weeks, and provides a safe and purposedesigned space for this critical department to continue to operate.”

Sporting chance for people of all abilities

By BAILEY ZIMMERMANN

SPORT North East is encouraging people of all abilities to connect through sport at a free Sports Try Day this Wednesday at Wangaratta Primary School.

The try day is split up into two separate sessions, with the kids (15 and under) age group encouraged to visit from 10am - 12pm and the adults (16+) from 1pm-3pm.

The Centre for Continuing Education manager of education and support, Sharee Castagna, said the event is an opportunity for those with a disability to connect with various sporting clubs and organisations in the community including athletics, basketball, netball, hockey, cricket and more.

Ms Castagna said there will be activities where participants can try new sports, talk

to club representatives, meet new people and make friends.

She said Sports North East is looking to promote inclusivity within the community, hoping to build participation and inclusion in sport and recreation for all.

“It (day) brings engagement in the community for people and supporting clubs to be more inclusive,’ Ms Castagna said.

“We’re going to be communicating with the clubs as well, so those clubs that can’t be here, we will also have details of those clubs to be able to hand out to the participants.”

Wednesday’s event is under Sport North East and Regional Sports Victoria’s Access All Abilities (AAA) initiative and is part of the Together More Active (TMA) program funded by the State Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions.

WHAT’S UP WITH THE WEATHER?

By Peter Nelson, Peter Retired CSIRO climatologist

State’s coldest Easter since ’77

THE recent cold air mass which gave Victoria its coldest Easter since 1977 did not extend far north beyond Narrabri.

Very high temperatures for April in outback Queensland such as 35 degrees at St George, 34.7 degrees at Roma and 37 degrees at both Blackall and Barcaldine were recorded on Good Friday.

A very similar high temperature situation did occur at these four towns on Good Friday, April 16,1965 - which was also during one of the coldest Easters on record in Victoria in April 1965.

My wife Margery and I were able to enjoy excellent weather for two weeks starting from April 25 to May 8 in 1965 during our honeymoon at Mt Beauty. The daily maximum temperatures averaged 22 degrees, warm sunshine and distant snow on Mt Bogong.

Will the same weather conditions occur in North East Victoria at the end of April or early May this year?

Wangaratta’s rainfall of 14mms last Wednesday takes the month’s total to 47mms, which is above average for April.

Wangaratta’s maximum temperature last Wednesday of only 13.3 degrees was nine degrees below normal and the coldest April day since 12.3 degrees in 2012.

It was also the coldest April day for the first fortnight of April since the low maximum reading of 10.7 degrees in 1995.

There was a brief warm spell a month later in North East Victoria during the second week of May in 1995 but no warm days after the 2012 event.

June and July of both 1995 and 2012 were wetter and much colder than usual in Victoria.

The tropical cyclone Ilsa affecting Western Australia is unusually late for this time of year.

The late cyclones of April 20, 1953 and Rhonda of mid May 1997 did give widespread heavy rain to NSW but mainly patchy light falls in Victoria. There were heavy frosts in Victoria and NSW during both winters of 1953 and 1997.

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BIG MOVE: A new mobile sterilisation pod has been installed at Northeast Health Wangaratta as upgrades begin on the hospital’s Central Sterile Supply Department.

GIVE

GO: Chief executive officer for The Centre for Continuing Education, Sue Geals, manager of education and support, Sharee Castagna and marketing and communications officer Michael Crofts showcasing the wide variety of sports to be on offer on Sports Try Day this Wednesday.

PHOTO: Bailey Zimmermann

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Maggie the wellbeing dog winning hearts

By SIMONE KERWIN

A SUPER-cute new member of the St Bernard’s Primary School community won plenty of hearts during her first official day at school this month.

Maggie the groodle, the Williams Road school’s new wellbeing dog, thoroughly enjoyed the chance to ease into life at St Bernard’s during the morning of the final day of term.

St Bernard’s deputy principal - wellbeing, Leigh Symons, said he had seen the need, particularly after the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, for the introduction of an animal to the school community.

“It’s a great opportunity to support children, teachers and families,” he said.

“The possibilities connected with having a wellbeing dog at school are endless.

“If a child is escalating, a dog can help to calm them, as it can for staff members at stressful times, or even when parents are upset.”

Mr Symons said Maggie could assist in building students’ leadership skills, as well as with behavioural issues, school attendance, and helping students dealing with trauma. Her presence will also help further develop connections within the school community.

For Maggie’s introduction to school, St Bernard’s is utilising the 12-month Dogs Connect program, which has introduced wellbeing dogs to more than 100 schools across Victoria where students and staff report being happier and noticing less anxiety.

According to Dogs Connect, there is increasing evidence about how a welltrained dog can help in a

whole range of settings, and that being near a dog can reduce stress and anxiety, and decrease the heart rate.

Maggie has settled into life at home with the Symons family, and will be enjoying longer and more regular stays at school as she grows.

On her first day, grade six students Makenzie Ledger and Caitlin Lewis, and their Foundation buddies Alana McIntyre and Layla Ives, were among those to welcome Maggie to school.

“She’s so fluffy,” Alana said as she patted Maggie’s golden fur.

Makenzie said she thought the addition of a dog at St Bernard’s was a great idea: “It helps people calm down, and want to come to school, because some people don’t always want to come, but something like this can help them.”

Portrait exhibition celebrates the magic of reading

BOOK lovers united for the opening of the Reading Portraits exhibition at the Wangaratta Library last Thursday evening.

The exhibition showcases portraits captured by local photographer Marc Bongers of locals reading books in the library, accompanied with written pieces where those in the photos express their relationship with the book and reading.

This project is part of the ‘Libraries Health and Wellbeing’ strategy launched last year by State Library Victoria and Public Libraries Victoria which focuses on enhancing social connection, physical health and mental wellbeing.

Participants featured in the project all received a free copy of their photos as part of the initiative.

The exhibition remains freely open to the public at the library’s Bainz Gallery this month.

READING THROUGH LIFE: Luke Davies has been reading all his life and is excited to be featured in the Reading Portraits exhibition.

READING WITH FAMILY: Andy Kimber with his potrait, which shares his love of reading with his family.

YOUNG READER: Jasmine Carboon, who has enjoyed a childhood of reading, with her mum Cathryn Carboon.

BOOK OBSESSED: Joy Brooks celebrating her love of both fictional and non-fictional books.

BOOK LOVER: Stephanie Hopper with her reading portrait at the exhibition opening.

PHOTOS: Chloe Jaenicke

RIGHT AT HOME: Maggie the wellbeing dog eases into life at St Bernard’s Primary School with deputy principal - wellbeing Leigh Symons, and students (back) Makenzie Ledger (11), Caitlin Lewis (12), (front) Alana McIntyre (5) and Layla Ives (6).

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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ACROSS

3 What is the national legislative body of the USA (8)

7 Name the head of a Muslim State (6)

8 Which military staff officer assists the commanding officer (8)

9 What, in the USA is a five-cent piece (6)

10 To inoculate, is to do what (8)

11 Name a renowned movie dog (6)

14 What are beginnings known as (6)

17 What is a radio or TV broadcast of news reports (8)

18 Name groups of fish crowded fairly close together (6)

19 Who often plays the music in a church (8)

20 Name a volcanic mountain in eastern Turkey, Mount ... (6)

21 What is a beginning or a development (8)

DOWN

1 Name a tropical climbing orchid (7)

2 Who wrote Oliver Twist, Charles ... (7)

3 Name a cup for the wine of the eucharist (7)

4 Name a French post-impressionist painter, Paul ... (7)

5 To be indirect, is to be what (7)

6 What are sofas also known as (7)

11 Name the 16th President of the USA (7)

12 What are waste matters that pass through sewers called (7)

13 Which aromatic substance is burnt for its fragrant odour (7)

14 To remain too long, is to do what (7)

Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.

SUDOKU

15 What is a metal urn for heating the water for making tea (7)

16 What is a picture, as of a scene (7)

QUICK THINK

Solve the crossword. Each answer has four letters.

Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.

WHICH WORDS

1 CHARLATAN

(a) A mere talking pretender

(b) The edible leaf stalk of artichoke

(c) A dance characterised by spasmodic knee action

2 DEBENTURE

(a) A contention in words

(b) A complete break-up or collapse

(c) A written acknowledgement of a debt

BIYWORD

Build it yourself using the clues and each of the twenty-four letters once only to form ten words: five across and five down. A key word (bold clue) builds on the letter set in the grid.

CLUES:

Bird: Jabiru ... (5)

Dark yellowish-brown (5)

Disease-transmitting organism (7)

Farm animal (3)

Means of access (7)

Movement of a dog’s tail (3)

Music: principal tonality (3)

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Rain helps build optimism

BY BAILEY ZIMMERMANN bzimmermann@ nemedia.com.au

A WET past few weeks has brought relief for local vendors and buyers as the cattle market begins to rise after a dry March period.

Spirits were high at last Friday’s store sale at the Wangaratta Livestock Selling Complex, where steers topped at 487c/kg and heifers at 411c/kg.

Corcoran Parker cattle agent Reiley Murtagh said the rain over the past three weeks alone has bumped average prices up around $100 per head from last month.

“People were pretty reluctant to be buying because we really hadn’t had a season opening bit of rain,” he said.

“Two weeks ago we had a pretty big rain event spread across the North East and it has sort of just kicked everyone into gear.

“They’re starting to get crop in, grass is starting to grow everywhere, so it’ll just keep the market pretty solid if not a bit better going forward.”

Milawa cattle producer Darryn Hourigan and daughter Ellie brought along 28 head of black Angus steers, at an average weight of 347kg, to sell at Friday’s sale in Wangaratta.

Mr Hourigan said after a slow start to the year, the recent rain

GOOD PASTURES AHEAD: Milawa cattle producers Darryn Hourigan and daughter Ellie are optimistic the cattle market will begin to rise off a good start to their autumn season. PHOTO: Bailey Zimmermann

over the last couple of weeks has brought some relief and a positive outlook going into winter.

“We’ve got plenty of stock around; we’re just unloading a few to test the market, see how it’s going,” he said.

Mr Hourigan had a return of $1380 per head at the sale, which he said was reasonable considering where the current market prices sit.

“It has corrected, but probably overcorrected a little bit, hopefully it can find a happy medium but we all knew it would come back from that high of last year,” he said.

“When it’s going to find that

middle ground I don’t know.

“But it’s a fantastic start to the autumn; hopefully it continues on, we have a nice autumn break and have plenty of feed going into winter.”

Mr Murtagh said over the next month he expects the market to start to rise.

“We’ll start to see less fat cattle through the system now that they've got a bit of rain...it means people can hold cattle and finish them off a bit better,” he said.

“It should mean that prices come up a bit.”

Wangaratta’s next monthly store sale will be held on May 5, at the new starting time of 9am.

New registration process for onfarm tyre use in silage production

A NEW Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) registration for farmers using waste tyres in silage production will help reduce the risk of fire and harm to human health and the environment.

Stockpiled tyres can pose a significant fire risk.

Tyre fires are hard to extinguish, emit toxic smoke and can contribute to harm in the environment.

Having an understanding of a farm’s tyre stocks will help mitigate the risk and severity they pose.

EPA North East regional manager Renee Palmer said silage production is critical for a healthy agricultural industry.

“The registration strikes the right balance between making sure farmers can feed their stock while also helping to reduce the risk of harm to human health and the environment,” she said.

Farmers, or anyone, using and/or storing more than 5m3

NEW REGO NEEDED: Farmers, or anyone, using and/or storing more than 5m3 (about the size of a small skip bin) of waste tyres as weights for silage production, have until July 1 to apply for a registration.

(about the size of a small skip bin) of waste tyres as weights for silage production, have until July 1 to apply for a registration.

“We’ve made the process to apply for a registration as easy as possible,” Ms Palmer said.

“It’s free, fast and can even be done on your smart phone.

“By having farmers and others, who use waste tyres for silage production, apply

for this free registration, we are all doing our part to ensure waste tyres are correctly stored and managed to help reduce the risk of fire or environmental harm.”

For more information and to apply for a registration by July 1, go to www.epa.vic.gov. au/for-business/permissions/ registrations/b04-guidanceon-waste-tyres-for-silage-production.

Flood, storm recovery applications extended to July

APPLICATIONS for primary producer and rural landholder financial supports related to the October 2022 to January 13, 2023 flood and storm event have been extended to July 13.

The extension applies to:

• Primary Producer Flood

Recovery Grant;

• Rural Landholder Grant;

• Flood Recovery Transport Support Program;

• Primary Producer Flood Recovery Concessional Loan.

to understand and apply for flood and storm support. Primary Producers can contact their local RFCS on 1300 771 741.

information is available at Rural Finance www. ruralfinance.com.au/ or by calling 1800 260

14 No. PRODUCER AGENT Av Wgt c/Kg AV PRICE STEERS 3 Ang RJ & RJ Stamp CP 203 487.0 $ 990.00 13 Ang JH & TM Parton AWN 248 463.0 $1,150.00 11 Ang RF & MR Floyd AWN 273 457.0 $1,250.00 25 Ang Tabletop Angus AWN 318 452.0 $1,440.00 11 Ang SM Davies ELD 298 449.0 $1,340.00 11 Ang R & W Pyle AWN 280 435.0 $1,220.00 4 Ang E Crosher NUTR 300 433.0 $1,300.00 HEIFERS 7 Ang RJ & RJ Stamp CP 170 411.0 $700.00 2 Char X KC & GJ Manton CP 287 365.0 $1,050.00 4 Ang A & E Wheelens NUTR 378 357.0 $1,350.00 2 Ang RJ & RJ Stamp CP 285 350.0 $1,000.00 8 Mixed PG & MA Evans CP 293 341.0 $1,000.00 9 Ang A & J Hanna NUTR 322 338.0 $1,090.00 COWS & CALVES 12 x 12 Ang RJ & RJ Stamp CP $2,010.00 7 x 7 Ang RJ & RJ Stamp CP $1,740.00 1x1 Ang P Gorman ELD $1,700.00 3x3 Hfd Tomeli Past ELD $1,600.00

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TENDERS

GALEN CATHOLIC COLLEGE AND ST PATRICK’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

PROVISION OF SCHOOL UNIFORMS

NOTICE OF TENDER

Galen Catholic College and St Patrick’s Primary School invites tenders for the provision of School Uniforms commencing 1 July 2023

Galen Catholic College is a co-educational school, catering for students in years 7-12, with an enrolment of 1057

St Patrick’s Primary School is a co-educational primary school, catering for students from Foundation to Grade 6, with an enrolment of 280

Request for Proposals Close: Friday 28 April 2023

Request for Proposal documentation is available by contacting:

Emily Hordern Business Manager email: emily.hordern@galen.vic.edu.au

phone: 03 5721 6322

CONCRETING - Big or small jobs. Paths, driveways, shed slabs, verandahs. 15 years experience. For a free quote phone Trev Anderson on 0422 200 761.

PAINTER, old school, for all your painting needs. Commercial, industrial renovations.

Phone Julian 0412 597 482.

TILING, wall/floor, bathrooms, renovations. Phone Claude 0435 945 513.

ANGEL!

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Lease by Tender

Location – Allans Lane Bobinawarrah

Size – 90.46ha or 223.95ac

Duration – 3 years with an option of 2x2 years subject to agreement by both parties

Payment – Quarterly in advance

Tenders Close –Thursday 13th April 12pm

Inspection of property -  Wednesday 12th April 8am -12pm

Commencement of lease – 17th April 2023

*Full conditions of lease available by request*

Contact: Daniel Fischer Nutrien Wangaratta 0429 165 073

Transition Administration Officer –Full Time Fixed Term up to 6 months

Beechworth Correctional Centre is a minimum-security prison for men, with a focus on preparing offenders for their release back into the community. The role of the Transition Administration Officer is to provide administrative support to assist the team with compliance with the practice principles of the Offender Management Framework.

About the role

EMPLOYMENT

To apply for this role, go to www.careers.vic.giv.au and or for more information, contact Sheryl Mitsch at Sheryl.Mitsch@justice.vic.gov.au

Applications should include a resume and cover letter that details the skills, attributes, and motivation you would bring to this role.

Application close on 19 April 2023

Wangaratta Chronicle Cadet Journalist Career

North East Media, publisher of the award winning Wangaratta Chronicle, is currently seeking expressions of interest from motivated candidates to join the team in Wangaratta as a cadet journalist.

The cadetship is ideally suited for a Year 12 graduate.

It is for three years, including course study by correspondence from Deakin University.

The successful candidate will learn how to write clear, concise and interesting news, sport and feature stories for our newspaper and associated digital and social media platforms.

We are searching for a budding writer who has the skills, passion and determination to be a journalist of the future.

Candidates must have excellent verbal and written English, sound computer skills, solid general knowledge, a genuine interest in the local community, and an ability to build rapport and networks quickly. You will need to be well organised, able to work to deadlines, and have strong attention to detail.

Candidates must hold a valid driver’s licence, be available to work flexible hours, and photography and social media skills are desirable.

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

2010 VW Golf Wagon

diesel, manual, 156,600km, reg to July 8, 2023 (ZWH478), RWC, tow ball, $6000. Contact Libby 0438 648 123.

JBC Backhoe 4x1

b ucket, extende d hoe 4WD, 6 buckets, $19,000 ono. Ph 0429 809 643.

CAVOODLE puppies, males available, black and apricot, $1800. Microchip numbers: 900164002196249, 900164002195902, 900164002195919, 900164002196253, 900164002196230.

HEATH (nee Christopher), Maree.

Those who touch our lives stay in our hearts forever.

Loved sister of Julie, sister-in-law of Andrew and Aunt of Kate and Steven.

STYLES, Christine. Passed away April 18, 2021. Loved and remembered always by her husband John and family.

DEATH NOTICES

STEEL, Joanne Maree.

Died April 13, 2023. Aged 60 years.

Daughter of John and Shirley (both dec).

Sister of Jeanette, Robert and Colin.

Aunt of 10 and great Aunt of many.

2008 manual Holden Combo Panel Van, excellent condition, reg June 2023 (WZT360), m ileage 52,000km, located in Wangaratta, full history service, price $6000. Ph 0408 261 330.

WANTED to buy Toyota Hiace Van 2006-2018 with less than 300,000km or a caravan preferably with shower and toilet. Ph 0405 224 466.

CARAVANS & CAMPERS

Source number MB170559. Ph 0408 205 066. GUINEA fowl. Ph 0429 928 220.

KELPIE pups for sale, microchipped, vaccinated and wormed, all male, $450, microchip numbers: 953010005853319, 95301000585336, 953010005853399, 953010005853315, 953010005853302, 953010005853378, 953010005853315, source number: EE137473. Ph 0488

A challenging life because of childhood illness.

Many thanks to Illoura Aged Care and the staff for their great care of Joanne for the past 5 years and to the many community members for the kindness and compassion shown to Jo over many years.

She lived in a wonderful community.

Sister and sister-in-law of Rob and Kerry, Auntie to Bec, Daniel and his wife, Jo, and great Aunt to Olivia, Emily and Gracie.

FUNERAL NOTICES

STEEL

The funeral service for Joanne Steel will be held in Holy Trinity Anglican Cathedral, corner of Ovens and Docker Streets, Wangaratta on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 commencing at 1.30pm.

A private cremation will follow.

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WINNERS AND LOSERS

OVENS AND MURRAY SENIORS LADDER

SCOREBOARD RESERVES RESULTS

NORTH ALBURY 1.2 5.5 6.6 6.7.43

YARRAWONGA 6.4 9.6 16.7 22.11.134

GOALS: NORTH ALBURY: Nathan Dennis 2; Joshua Minogue 2; Carter Norman 2.

YARRAWONGA: Nicholas Fothergill 6; Leigh Williams 4; Brayden Coburn 2; Tim Lawrence 2; Cameron Wilson 2; Ryan Bruce 1; Max Hemphill 1; Ben Kennedy 1; Jordan Urquhart 1; William Wheeler 1; Mark Whiley 1. BEST: NORTH ALBURY: Jackson Weidemann, Joshua Minogue, Thomas Anderson, Julian Hayes, Archer Gardiner, Nathan Dennis. YARRAWONGA: Nicholas Fothergill, Brayden Coburn, Mark Whiley, Ryan Bruce, Harrison Wheeler, Matthew Casey.

WODONGA RAIDERS

WANGARATTA

NETBALL SCORES

A GRADE: Wangaratta 60 defeated Wodonga 41

Wodonga Raiders 57 defeated Wangaratta Rovers 40

Albury 34 defeated by Myrtleford 46

North Albury 36 defeated by Yarrawonga 56

B GRADE: North Albury 43 def by Yarrawonga 44; Albury 35 def by Myrtleford 37;

Wodonga Raiders 40 def Wangaratta Rovers 33; Wangaratta 45 def by Wodonga 49

C GRADE: North Albury 35 def by Yarrawonga 40; Albury 22 def by Myrtleford 43;

Wodonga Raiders 35 def by Wangaratta Rovers 36; Wangaratta 42 def Wodonga 30; Lavington 37 def Corowa-R’Glen 17

17 & UNDER: North Albury 53 def Yarrawonga 36; Albury 38 def Myrtleford 35;

Wodonga Raiders 50 def Wangaratta Rovers 35; Wangaratta vs Wodonga; Lavington 42 def Corowa-R’Glen 28

15 & UNDER: North Albury 43 def Yarrawonga 14; Albury 20 def by Myrtleford 41;

Wodonga Raiders 39 def Wangaratta Rovers 25; Wangaratta 29 def by Wodonga 36; Lavington 25 def Corowa-R’Glen 22

THIRDS RESULTS

Wangaratta 8.9.57 def Wodonga 7.11.53

BEST: WANGARATTA: Oscar Roberts, Ned O’Kane, Charley Holland-Dean, Hugh Canning, Tyler Hogan, Josh Styles.

WODONGA: Reuben Bourke, Etienne Tshijika, Hugh Venturoni, Joseph Rawson, Lachlan Nugent, Riley Thompson.

Wodonga Raiders 9.4.58 def by Wangaratta Rovers 9.9.63

BEST: WODONGA RAIDERS: Lincoln Reed, Archer Scammell, Jack Stewart, Baxter Jones, Beau O’Neill. WANGARATTA ROVERS: Harvey Correll, William Ashton, Samuel Rourke, Riley Allan, Trey Vincent, Cooper Gracie. GOALS: WODONGA RAIDERS:

WODONGA RAIDERS: Lincoln Reed 3; Connor Howells 2; Tom Johnson 2; George Ingram 1; Bailey Smith 1. WANGARATTA

ROVERS: Samuel Comensoli 2; Harry Nolan 2; Trey Vincent 2; Riley Allan 1; Judd Schubert 1; Oliver Sharp 1.

North Albury 8.6.54 def Yarrawonga 3.7.25; Albury 9.15.69 def Myrtleford 5.7.37.

ROUND

GOALS: WODONGA RAIDERS: Brendan Kantilla 3; Nick Bracher 2; Jason Burke 2; Cameron Ellis-Yolmen 2; Cooper Smith 2; Charlie St John 1; Zac Whitsed 1. WANGARATTA ROVERS: Alexander Marklew 3; Alex McCarthy 3; Thomas Boyd 2; Finn Osborne 2; Sam Allen 1; Ryan Hebron 1; Dylan Wilson 1. BEST: WODONGA RAIDERS: Cooper Smith, Ned Conway, Cameron Ellis-Yolmen, Charlie St John, Nelson Bowey, Jason Burke WANGARATTA ROVERS: Toby Murray, Brodie Filo, Dylan Wilson, Lockey McCartney, Samuel Murray, Michael Clark.

GOALS: ALBURY: Jacob Conlan 8; Ben Kelly 4; Jeff Garlett 2; Riley Bice 1; Lucas Conlan 1; Luke Daly 1; Alex Jones 1; Spencer Jones 1; Elliott Powell 1. MYRTLEFORD: Simon Curtis 4; Josh Muraca 2; Ryley Sharp 2; Thomas Cappellari 1; Mitch Dalbosco 1; Sam Hilton-Joyce 1.

BEST: ALBURY: Jacob Conlan, Elliott Powell, Isaac Muller, Hamish Gilmore, Brayden O’Hara, Alex Jones. MYRTLEFORD: Sam Hilton-Joyce, Austin Wickes, Alex Jacobs, Ryley Forrest, Simon Curtis, Mitch Dalbosco.

GOALS: No team goal scorers submitted.

BEST: WANGARATTA: Michael Bordignon, Liam Mcveigh, Murray Waite, Daniel Sharrock, Mathew Grossman, Luke Saunders. WODONGA: Thomas Johnson, Adam Jorgensen, Joshua Mathey, Charlie Morrison, Jack O’Sullivan, Ollie Greenhill.

ROUND 3 -ANZAC DAYWEEKEND,APRIL 22, 25

YARRAWONGA V WANGARATTA

WANGARATTA ROVERS V LAVINGTON

COROWA-RUTHERGLEN V MYRTLEFORD

Albury ..................19.16.130 Myrtleford ................5.3.33

GOALS: ALBURY: William Haberecht 3; Noah Heywood 3; Chas Retallick 2; Mitchell Scott 2; Sebastian Sproule 2; Max Bruton 1; Zach Bye 1; Harry Cameron 1; Oliver Hayes 1; Charlie Lappin 1; Charlie McGrath 1; Lachlan TaylorNugent 1. MYRTLEFORD: Toby Cossor 1; Jye Gribbin 1; Tyler Harrington 1; Josh Jones 1; Joshua Langman 1. Wodonga Raiders .........0.1.1 Wangaratta Rovers ..17.19.121

GOALS: WANGARATTA ROVERS: Matthew Smith 7; Luke Arcuri 3; Shane Gaston 3; Connor Crimmins 2; Joe Allen 1; Regan Gorman 1. North Albury ................2.3.15 Yarrawonga.............15.16.106

GOALS: NORTH ALBURY: Connor Hetherton 1; Justin Lawler 1. YARRAWONGA: Jacob Adkins 6; Xavier Leslie 5; Jack Brooks 2; Luke Congram 1; Dillon Walsh-Hall 1. Wangaratta ..................6.6.42 Wodonga ................19.13.127

GOALS: WANGARATTA: Jesse Bianco 1; Braeden Marjanovic 1; Josh Nanson 1; Harrison Smart 1; Caleb White 1.

WODONGA: Jack Chesser 7; Noah Spiteri 6; Jack Stefani 2; Will Bradshaw 1; David Kapay 1; Aaron Reichman 1; Jack Zuber 1.

LADDER Rd2 pts %

WODONGAV

OVENS AND KING SENIORS LADDER

TUESDAY 25, 3PM NORTH

TUESDAY 25

WINNERS AND LOSERS

SCOREBOARD RESERVES RESULTS

GOALS: GOORAMBAT: Aaron Blackburn 4; Simon Briggs 2; Charles Hunter 2; Benjamin Reaburn 2; Jamie Dunne 1; Dylan Leadingham 1; Matthew Priest 1. WHOROULY: Simon Chalmers 2; Adam Harris 2; Lachlan Moore 2; William Allen 1; Jake Riley 1; Glenn White 1.

BEST: GOORAMBAT: John House, Ryan Burns, Benjamin Reaburn, Charles Hunter, Bradley Simmons, Curtis Anker. WHOROULY: William Allen, Riley Calvene, Samuel Piazza, Cody Poulton, Edward Bramich, Cameron Wood.

MILAWA

BONNIE DOON

*Ladder correct at time of print from Ovens and King website.

NETBALL SCORES

A GRADE: Goorambat 32 def by Whorouly 42;

Moyhu 67 def Benalla All Blacks 49; King Valley 52 def Bright 21; North Wangaratta 19 def by Greta 69; Milawa 64 def Bonnie Doon 38

B GRADE: Goorambat 32 def by Whorouly 48;

Moyhu 42 def by Benalla All Blacks 52; Milawa 56 def

Bonnie Doon 32; King Valley 47 def Bright 26

B RESERVE: Goorambat 17 def by Whorouly 55;

Moyhu 28 def by Benalla All Blacks 57; Milawa 46 def

Bonnie Doon 33; North Wangaratta 26 def by Greta 60; King Valley 34 def by Bright 40

UNDER 17s: Goorambat 33 def by Whorouly 40;

Moyhu 19 def by Benalla All Blacks 47; King Valley 29 def

Bright 22; North Wangaratta 32 def by Greta 42

UNDER 15s: Goorambat 6 def by Whorouly 46; Moyhu 25 def Benalla All Blacks 10; King Valley 15 def by Bright 25; North Wangaratta 8 def by Greta 39

No other scores available at time of print.

ROUND 4

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

BENALLA ALL BLACKS VS BRIGHT

GOORAMBAT VS KING VALLEY

MOYHU VS BONNIE DOON

WHOROULY VS NORTH WANGARATTA

TARRAWINGEE VS GRETA

MILAWA - BYE

6.9 7.9.51

GOALS: MILAWA: Declan Joyce-Lawford 3; Patrick Hourigan 2. BONNIE DOON: Al Bennett 3; Luke Murray 2; Matthew Hedin 1; Joel Sanford 1. BEST: MILAWA: Steven Williamson, Aiden Bihun, Ben Clarke, Simon Pane, Ricky Petts, Declan Joyce-Lawford. BONNIE DOON: Jordan Davey, luke berriman, Campbell Smedley, Al Bennett, Will Foster, Connor Heaslip.

MOYHU 5.2 8.5 15.10 21.16.142

BENALLA ALL BLACKS 2.1 2.2 4.4 6.4.40

GOALS: MOYHU: Jared Lea 6; Harrison Grant 3; Brady Bartlett 2; Nick Stewart 2; Samuel Holmes 1; Will Johnson 1; James Kelly 1; Fraser Landgren 1; Jett Roberts 1; Ned Taylor 1; Charlie West 1; Bailey Zimmermann 1. BENALLA ALL BLACKS: No stats supplied. BEST:

MOYHU: Nick Stewart, Harrison McCarthy, Harrison Grant, Dylan Carmody, Fraser Landgren, Jared Lea. BENALLA ALL BLACKS: Jake Jones, David Button, Kieran Linke, Jordan Smith, Lachlan Sinclair, Joshua Hyland.

NORTH WANGARATTA 0.4 1.5 2.6 8.8.56

GRETA 4.6 5.11 11.17 13.20.98

GOALS: NORTH WANGARATTA: Matthew Prestianni 2; Jamie Berry 1; Adam Enever 1; Cooper Matheson 1; Tyler Nanson 1; Tyler Schulze 1; Timothy Wilson 1. GRETA: Cameron Newbold

2; Tyler Arrowsmith 1; Lachie Kennett 1; Nicholas Pell 1; Thomas Rosser 1. BEST: NORTH

WANGARATTA: Patrick Kelly, Brandon Fitzpatrick, Daniel Williams, Matthew Prestianni, Adam Enever, Timothy Wilson. GRETA: Bryce Hooper, Thomas Rosser, Lachie Kennett, Nicholas Pell, Jarrod Morham, Mark Wettern.

KING VALLEY 2.4 5.4 7.6 7.7.49

BRIGHT 3.3 6.9 10.12 16.19.115

GOALS: KING VALLEY: Anthony Ciancio 4; Dylan Barr 1; Charlie Davies 1; Thomas Stewart 1.

BRIGHT: Thomas Mullane-Grant 5; Riley O’Shea 5 ; Jonah McIntosh 4; Samuel Dalbosco 2

BEST: KING VALLEY: Dylan Barr, Joshua Toy, Anthony Ciancio, Vincent Star, Charlie Arthur, Charlie Davies.. BRIGHT: Jonah McIntosh, Samuel Dalbosco, Mikka Paulsen, Riley O’Shea, Nick Howell, Thomas Mullane-Grant.

Bonnie Doon .............4.7.31

GOALS: MILAWA: Zachary Wallace 3; Thomas Brown 2; Scott Pell 2; Michael Walker 2; Daniel Freeman 1. BONNIE DOON: Samuel Bennett 1; Noah Kelleher 1; Wayne Lockhart 1; Lachlan Revell 1. Moyhu .................23.14.152 Benalla All Blacks ......5.5.35

GOALS: MOYHU: Jacob Beattie 6; Andrew Balfour 5; Anthony Welsh 3; Dylan Shepherd 2; Harry Verdon 2; Leroy Dowling 1; Ryan Hargreaves 1; Jack Manners 1; Matt Ryan 1; Liam Semmens 1. BENALLA ALL

BLACKS: Dylan Bell 1; Jacob Donlon 1; Joshua Kotvas 1; Harry Moran 1; Anthony Wilkinson 1. North Wangaratta ......6.4.40 Greta .....................11.11.77

GOALS: NORTH WANGARATTA Cameron McCormack 4; Paul Bonacci 1; Blake Marlborough 1. GRETA: Brad Graham 3; Matt Gathercole 2; Osbert Ramage 2; Tom Webster 2; Alex Fitzpatrick 1; Corie Hooper 1. King Valley ..................1.3.9 Bright ..................24.15.159

GOALS: KING VALLEY: Bradley McPoyle 1. BRIGHT: Jet Walton 7; Jack Banks 2; Joseph Crawley 2; Bailey JenningsAllen 2; Yannick Paulsen 2; Callum Smith 2; Jesse Bilkey 1; Mason Cracknall 1; Tim Dornom 1; Conner Forde 1; Reuben Jamieson 1; Darcy Martin 1; Mac Simpson 1

MATCH REVIEWS

Goorambat swoop to 26-point victory over Whorouly

By NATHAN de VRIES

GOORAMBAT’S senior footballers proved they can never be counted out on Saturday, after the Bats took down a charging Whorouly outfit 13.12 (90) to 9.10 (64) at home.

After being on the end of a 141-point drubbing in round one, the Bats were seeking a reset and a win on their home deck.

A slow first term allowed the Lions to break out to an 11 point lead by quarter time, but the home side managed to get their systems firing to head into the long break ahead by nine points.

Tempers started to flare in the third quarter as the battle raged on, with neither side able to grab the upper hand.

The Bats rallied in the final term, as they ran over the top of the Whorouly defence with a 3.6 final term to take the win by 26 points.

Goorambat co-coach Jared Brennan said it was a terrific way to launch their season after the disappointment of round one.

“It was really pleasing after what we dished up in round one,” he said.

“We put a bigger emphasis on making more of an effort this time.

“I really put the onus back on the midfield to make sure they defended, because I felt against Greta we tried to run one way too much and not run both ways.

“I thought our midfielders stood up well on Saturday, we had a bit of a different look in there.

“We lost Cooper McCoy in the

Greta game so we lost a bit of a hard edge, but bringing in Sully Mallay and bringing John House up from the back line to the middle made a huge difference.

“Jamie Dunne was good again, we saw how good he was last year and we probably marked him against his efforts last year - he might not have been named in the best but I thought he played really well.

“I thought we had winners across the whole ground, which was pleasing.”

Aaron Blackburn starred for the Bats with four goals, while Whorouly’s Will Allen, Sam Piazza and Cameron Wood were among the best for the Lions.

Brennan said the win helped steady a side which was still finding its feet.

“We had one of those days where everybody clicked,” he said.

“We haven’t played much footy together, so I think the more we do get to play together, the better we do.

“We still have potentially five to six blokes to come back in which is really pleasing - after Saturday’s performance, I don’t think you could single out anyone who didn’t play their role.”

The Lions took the victory in the reserves match, winning 6.13 (49) to the Bats’ 2.3 (15) in a scrappy affair.

Matthew Priest and Todd Haslam were among the best for the home side, while Whorouly’s Nathan de Vries booted three goals.

Demons faces barometer check

MILAWA Demons senior footballers were put to the barometer test on Saturday as they went down to Bonnie Doon by 15 points, 5.6 (36) to 7.9 (51), in a low scoring encounter at the Milawa Recreation Reserve.

In a game touted as a potential preview for late in September, the tension was on early as the Bombers went into the first break up by a goal.

Bonnie Doon added to its margin at half-time but a scoreless third quarter from the Demons set up the win for the Bombers who were

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able to hang on from their 28 point three quarter time advantage to make it two wins from two games to start the season.

Bombers coach Ken Murray said he was pleased to come away with the win in the grind with a fellow premiership contender.

“It was a funny old game, it was a good tight contest but never sort of reached

any high level I wouldn’t have thought as a spectacle goes,” he said.

“There’s probably not a massive amount we took out of it as far as development goes, we had about six or seven changes due to unavailability which really challenged our depth a bit.

“We never really got a chance to get our game up and running and open in any stretch of time; we certainly had a couple of patches where we looked quite good, but we just couldn’t string that together with any momentum.

“Credit to Milawa, they made it a tough, in close contest all day.”

Campbell Smedley and Will Foster were yet again dominant for Bonnie Doon and Al Bennett left his mark on the game as the match’s leading goal kicker with three.

For the Demons, Aiden Bihun and Ben Clarke continued their great starts to the season with standout performances and Declan JoyceLawford was dangerous in front of goal, bagging three majors.

Murray said despite hav-

ing to make up to six changes to the senior side from last week due to unavailability, he was impressed with how his team held up in defence.

“The system we’ve got for our defensive group is really good, four of our changes from last week were out of our defensive half so it was really pleasing to see that we can make some changes and adapt to a good forward line that Milawa has and still be able to really hold them to a low score,” he said.

“As we hopefully welcome a few boys back next week it will only hold us in good

stead going forward.”

It’s now back to back losses for the Demons coming off their one point loss to King Valley last week as they head into the bye, whereas the Bombers will look to continue their winning ways against the up and coming Hoppers at Moyhu.

In other results, an inaccurate Greta was able to come off comprehensive winners over North Wangaratta, Bright made light work of King Valley and Moyhu won by 102 points over the reigning premiers Benalla.

TIGHT CONTEST: The Demons and Bombers competed in plenty of stoppages in their grinding battle at the Milawa Recreation Reserve on Saturday.

LAUNCHING FORWARD: Beau Smith and the Bonnie Doon Bombers were pleased to grind out a hard fought win on Saturday against fellow premiership contender Milawa at the Milawa Recreation Reserve. PHOTOS: Kurt Hickling

HANGER: Lachy Moore uses teammate Jake Riley as a stepladder.

CLEARANCE: Sully Malay boots the ball forward.

HEAD TO HEAD: Whorouly’s Cody Poulton and Goorambat’s Ryan Burns fight to gain possession of the Footy in the Bats’ 26-point win over the Lions. PHOTOS: Nathan de Vries

Rovers clinch seven point win over Wodonga Raiders

■ From back page Former AFL player Cam Ellis-Yolmen made his Wodonga Raiders debut and caused plenty of headaches for Rovers’ midfielders throwing his 191cm, 105kg frame around.

“Cam Ellis-Yolmen was a big presence and they probably just missed Isaac Muller in the ruck,” Sullivan said.

“Brad St John always plays well too so they definitely have some handy players.”

Wangaratta Rovers have now won their first two games of the year by a combined nine points in a nerveracking start to the season.

“It’s been great to see the boys fight over the last two weeks,” Sullivan said.

“We controlled the ball really well once we hit the lead and managed to get over the line.

“I think it shows a lot of character when you can win close matches.”

Alex Marklew and Alex McCarthy had their kicking boots on snagging three majors each.

“Alex McCarthy is a great user of the footy and it was great to see him kick a few,” Sullivan said.

“He’s really good in tight spaces which is definitely his strength.”

LAUNCHED: Darcy Melksham gets a kick away in Wangaratta’s loss to Wodonga on Saturday night. PHOTOS: Marc Bongers

Wangaratta “outplayed” by ‘Dogs

WANGARATTA Magpies

senior footballers have been stunned by Wodonga, falling to the Bulldogs by 24 points at Norm Minns Oval on Saturday night.

The Magpies opened up a four point lead at quarter time but it was Wodonga who responded to lead at every other break, pulling away to a 6.12 (48) to 10.12 (72) victory.

The Bulldogs are showing they’re one of the league’s most improved sides this season, jumping out to

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three wins on the trot.

Wangaratta coach Ben Reid said his side was “simply outplayed”.

“They played a really solid brand of footy and best us around the ball and then they spread a lot better than we did,” Reid said.

“From that aspect it was really disappointing and it

shows we have a bit that we need to work on.”

Reid believes his side has gone away from the brand of football that stacked up against every team in 2022.

“We’re just not playing the way we want to play for long enough,” he said.

“We’re going away from the things that we do well so we’ve got to get back to work, review our performances and learn from it.

“We have a massive game this weekend against Yarrawonga and in a way our

season starts now.”

Wangaratta can now win premiership points after AFLNEB stripped them of that right for the first two round of this season after being found guilty of breaching the salary cap in 2022.

“I don’t think the fact we can’t win points has anything to do with the way we’re playing,” Reid said.

“I’d like to think all of our players like to compete in every game we play no matter the circumstances.”

Wodonga’s Angus Baker and Josh Mathey were once again instrumental in the midfield, while Tom Johnson was solid down back.

“Baker is a star, he’s a class player and Josh Mathey looks like he’s gone to another level as well,” Reid said.

“They’ve also brought in a few players who all play their roles so they’ve improved a heap.

“They were just too good and they certainly gave us a lesson.”

For the Magpies it was

Daniel Sharrock who led the way as captain after Daine Porter was a late out with a corked calf.

“I thought Daniel Sharrock was good again,” Reid said.

“We had a couple of late outs with Daine Porter and ‘Juice’ (Michael Newton) so ‘Dools’ (Sharrock) stood in as captain and battled hard all night.

“Paddy Warner was also good in his first game for the year, he worked really hard.”

ON THE BURST: Jack Gerrish finds space.

FULL STRETCH: Brodie Filo battles for the ball.

GOOD GRAB: Ryan Hebron takes it on the chest.

YOUNG GUN: Toby Murray was one of Rovers’ best in their seven point win over Wodonga Raiders. PHOTOS: Melissa Beattie

ON A STRING: Jackson Clarke reels the ball in.

TOE TO TOE: Wangaratta’s Jessie Smith and Wodonga’s Liam Andrews battle for possession.

Rovers hold on

managed

away a spirited Wodonga Raiders side by seven points

WANGARATTA Rovers’ senior footballers managed to hold off a spirited Wodonga Raiders side at Birallee Park on Saturday afternoon.

Many would’ve seen the Hawks as heavy favourites going into the clash but a much improved Raiders

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team gave a strong challenge but ultimately fell short 13.7 (85) to 13.14 (92).

After trailing by three

points at the final break, the Hawks fired in the last quarter snatching the lead midway through the fourth.

“It was a real arm wrestle,” Wangaratta Rovers operations manager Barry Sullivan said.

“We lost Ryan Stone early with what looks to be

a pretty bad knee injury so that didn’t help at all.

“But aside from that Raiders were pretty strong, they’re a bit of an unknown because they didn’t play any high profile practice matches and they didn’t play in the first but they came out strong and put it to us.”

Toby Murray was once again a presence in the ruck, while Brodie Filo and Sam Murray were influential with ball in hand.

“Unfortunately this week probably wasn’t a full team effort but we had some nice contributors,” Sullivan said.

“Toby Murray, Brodie Filo

and Sam Murray were all excellent and it was also great to see ‘Pup’ Clark (Michael) back in the side and controlling the defence.

“Lockey McCartney was also good after half time and provided plenty of strength inside.”

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PHOTO: Kurt Hickling