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SET FOR FUN AND GAMES NORTH East Multicultural Association team members (from left) Sharon Squires, Kulvir Kaur and Faryal Khan are all set for tomorrow’s children’s week celebration in Wangaratta. All members of the community are welcome to attend the free event at Batchelors Green from 11.30am to 2.30pm. ■ Full story page 15

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WANGARATTA’S Landcare and Sustainability (WLS) community will be hoping to emerge from the ashes, after a fire at their Mullinmur Billabong storage shed destroyed thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment at the weekend. An 11-year-old boy was rescued from the site by a passer-by and treated for smoke inhalation by paramedics around 7pm on

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Sunday evening, as emergency crews converged on the Phillipson Street site, in the vicinity of Galen College and the Borinya Community Partnership. The fire was investigated by police as a suspicious

blaze, with other youths located in the immediate area. WLS vice-president Tony Lane confirmed the blaze had destroyed an estimated $12,000 worth of equipment including mowers, whipper snippers, rakes, shovels and hand tools, most of which was unlikely to be covered by the group’s insurance package with Landcare Victoria. A firefighting pump, backpack spraying units,

pop-up gazebos and nets used to examine aquatic life in the billabong were also lost in the fire. “The loss of important equipment in the fire is a major setback for WLS volunteers, however, these concerns are minor compared to our relief that no other young people were severely injured in the incident,” Mr Lane said. “WLS will now explore

options to access replacement mowers, whipper snippers, shovels, rakes and other hand tools in preparing for summer. “Our equipment has been progressively gathered over the years through funding grants, plus some items were donated by the local community – replacing the lock-up storage facility will be a further challenge, however, at present we have little outdoor

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Suputo, Lactalis, Peter’s workers strike for wage rise THE largest dairy strike in living memory in Australia’s largest milk producing state starts at 13 sites across regional and metro Victoria on Wednesday, with workers demanding a cost-of-living wage increase. The strike has disrupted the supply distribution which could impact some product availability on supermarket shelves. Some 1400 workers walked off the job for 48 hours from the first shift across four major dairy producers – Fonterra, Saputo, Lactalis and Peter’s – where national brands including Western Star butter, Cracker Barrel cheese, Peter’s Icecream and Perfect Italiano are manufactured. This included Kiewa’s Su-

puto factory where YoPRO yoghurt, and Danone cream cheese are manufactured. “Workers who put up with wage increases as low as 2.5 per cent a year during the pandemic are saying they deserve a cost-of-living wage increase,” United Workers Union national secretary, Tim Kennedy, said. “These workers are fighting for safe, secure jobs in regional communities, where almost every dollar they earn goes back into those communities. “Given the historic nature of the strike across the state consumers can expect a big impact on supply chains and their favourite products.” Mr Kennedy said workers who had backed the multinational companies had seen

milk prices rise and the profits of the companies increase, but workers had not received a fair share. “These workers are not even asking for a wage increase that keeps them ahead of the current inflation rate,” Mr Kennedy said. “While the dairy industry sees profit increases, these financial gains are not being fairly distributed to the workers. “Our members are the backbone of this industry, and it’s high time profits are shared more fairly.” SUPPLY DISRUPTION: There could be shortages in some dairy product lines due to an industry workers’ strike over wages.

Electric vehicle tax struck out BY RYAN MALCOLM rmalcolm@ nemedia.com.au

STATE Government attempts to impose a tax on the distance travelled by electric, hydrogen and plugin hybrid vehicle users have been ruled unconstitutional by the High Court. In a decision handed down earlier this week, the Canberra-based court ruled in favour of Victorian drivers Chris Vanderstock and Kath Davies, who had argued the Victorian Government could not impose its own road user tax on zero and low-emission vehicles (ZLEVs), with the responsibility instead falling on the Federal Government. The tax charged electric and hydrogen vehicle owners 2.8c for every kilometre they travelled during the year, and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners 2.3c for each kilometre. Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) chief executive Behyad Jafari said the High Court decision to rebuff the “illconsidered” EV tax would pave the way to better policy across the nation. “There is nothing inherently wrong with road user charges, but they should

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never be calibrated to discourage the take up of electric vehicles,” he said. “The electric vehicle industry warned the Victorian Government this policy was muddleheaded years ago, and the offer has always been on the table to work with the state on a more sensible approach.” Attorney-generals from each of the nation’s six states had voiced their support of the Victorian Government’s position in the lead-up to the ruling. In an address to the National Press Club in August, Australian treasurer Jim Chalmers indicated the Federal Government could introduce an ‘electric-car tax’ in the future in order to replace revenue lost from the nation’s fuel excise as a result of the increasing uptake of electric vehicles. The fuel excise is expected to net the Australian Government upwards of $60 billion between the 2022/23 and 2025/26 financial years. “I think in the next few years, an increasing focus, certainly of our government and most likely governments will follow us, will be this public policy challenge, this

SHIFT TO ELECTRIC: Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability’s Rob Carolane with Mayor Dean Rees at the opening of Wangaratta’s Docker Street Evie charging station earlier this year. revenue challenge, this challenge to the revenue base,” he said. “No doubt at some point probably relatively soon by

which I mean in the next few years, a government – our government – or our successor, will turn our mind to it.” The Rural City of Wan-

garatta is currently in the process of transitioning to a partial-EV fleet, and director sustainability and culture, Stephen Swart, said

the council was committed to supporting EV uptake locally. “Transitioning to EVs will contribute to environmental and sustainability targets,” he said. “Council’s support of the publicly available Evie charging station on Docker Street is an example of our commitment to lowering emissions and fostering the growth of electric vehicles in our community.” Ovens Valley MP Tim McCurdy also threw his support behind the High Court’s decision, labelling the state’s proposed tax “a cheap cash grab” to cover up for “abysmal financial mismanagement”. “Instead of incentivising electric cars and in turn encouraging more Victorians to buy them, Labor has made it more expensive for families to invest in renewable technology,” he said. “Now taxpayers are left to foot Labor’s expensive legal bill and clean up their mess. “EVs are the future, and we need to support innovation and make it as cheap as possible to own and operate electric vehicles into the future.”

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Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability left reeling after equipment destroyed in fire ■ From page 1

Despite the loss of maintenance equipment, Mr Lane said the group was relieved the damage had not spread to WLS’ nearby education hub, which is utilised by schools throughout the region to learn about the local environment. He said the existing relationships with Borinya and Galen colleges would see the latter assist in the upkeep of the billabong while the group strengthened its equipment reserves. “Our main equipment for education and kids visits sits in the education hub, and none of it was damaged, so we’re able to proceed at 90 per cent capacity in working with schools and so, it’s just the outdoor aspect and maintaining that environment where we’ve copped a bit of a whack,” he said. “Galen are starting to assist more with their own outdoor maintenance crews, and they’ve got one

or two people who bring a ride-on mower to do some of (the billabong’s) wider areas – (but) working in close around the education hub has been our responsibility. “The immediate thing is just preparing for summer, cutting grass and whipper snipping around – the kind of preparation any landowner would do.” While a decision on how the group will replace their vital equipment is yet to be made, Mr Lane said WLS would welcome community members willing to support their plight through the donation of equipment or for a temporary loan. “It’s a chance for anyone in the community to say ‘you do some good work down there, maybe you could use this thing which is sitting in my shed and is not getting much use right now’, but that’s up to them,” he said. Those willing to support the group can contact Mr Lane on 0417 378 983.

TAKING STOCK: Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability vice-president Tony Lane said the group was relieved no one was seriously injured in a blaze which destroyed an estimated $12,000 worth of equipment near Mullinmur Billabong on Sunday night. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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TWO weeks remain until the staging of the final Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues. More than 30 years of history will be celebrated with the ‘Last Hurrah’, to be held between November 3 and 5 and comprising three ticketed events as well as the traditional Sunday morning jazz mass. The size and shape of a planned outdoor community stage is yet to be determined, with organisers still hoping to secure a $5000 sponsor to bolster the concept. The festival board announced in August its decision to wind up the event, citing ongoing financial constraints, a shifting and uncertain outlook for Australian music festivals, and diminished resources for the board and its volunteer base as the key reasons. Tickets went on sale in

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September for the three events on the final festival’s program - a Friday gala dinner featuring saxophonist Wilbur Wilde; the Saturday afternoon National Jazz Awards; and a performance by Elixir (Katie Noonan, Zac Hurren and Ben Hauptmann), supported by Barney McAll, on the Saturday night. Festival chair Dave Fuller said tickets were half sold for both the gala dinner and the Katie Noonan performance, and he hoped all events could be filled over the next fortnight. “We would love to showcase Wangaratta as a great music audience, and especially support emerging art-

ists (through the National Jazz Awards) to show how much we appreciate live music,” Mr Fuller said. He said there had been lots of conversations about where the jazz awards - an annual part of the festival may land in the future, and those discussions would be ongoing. Funding assistance has been sought through the Friends of the Festival program to support the staging of ticketed events, and Mr Fuller said donations were midway to the board’s target of $12,000. He said he was grateful for the assistance shown so far through the Friends program, and added that there was still time to lend a hand, as there was for anyone who could provide the $5000 sought for the Saturday afternoon free stage. “We understand cost of

living and business struggles, but if someone felt they could contribute to the stage, it may enable a more fullsome program,” he said. Mr Fuller said the outdoor free community stage was contingent on both available finances - including from ticket sales - and Wangaratta’s changeable spring weather conditions. “Our initial budget for the space was $25,000, including that $5000 from a major co-sponsor; we have scaled back once already,” he said. “It will be on a smaller scale than first imagined.” Venues are still being scouted for the outdoor stage, but Mr Fuller said it could be located within Wangaratta’s creative precinct, ideally in the grounds of Holy Trinity Cathedral. Whether or not the outdoor stage becomes a reality, locals not attending the

ticketed events can be part of the last festival by attending the annual jazz mass at the cathedral on the Sunday morning. Commencing at 10am, it will feature singer Kerri Simpson and pianist Bob Sedergreen. But Mr Fuller encouraged locals to show their support for the final festival, and appreciation for all those preceding it, by purchasing tickets to the gala, the jazz awards and the Saturday night performance at the WPACC. “It’s a great opportunity for the community to show how much live music events like this mean to us,” he said. He said it was pleasing to see support for a number of ‘satellite’ events planned around Wangaratta on the pre-Melbourne Cup weekend, including a performance by The Daisies at

The Pinsent Hotel on the Saturday afternoon, the Tarrawingee Blues Festival at the Plough Inn on the Sunday, and Wangaratta Arts Council’s event at Holy Trinity Cathedral on the Sunday afternoon. Mr Fuller said the jazz festival board would close its books on December 31 before sending its information on to independent auditors, who will then report back to enable plans to be set in place for the final annual general meeting. The AGM is expected to take place around April. As explained on the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues website, “there will be an opportunity at that AGM for interested parties to explore potential ongoing opportunities”. Tickets for the final festival are available through www.wangarattajazz.com

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Mayor apologises for vote against inclusivity By RYAN MALCOLM WANGARATTA Mayor Dean Rees has reiterated his council’s commitment to support inclusion within the community, after voting against a resolution for the State Government to support local governments in hosting diverse events at a recent meeting of Victorian councils. Responding to a question from Wangaratta’s Allison Winters at an ordinary council meeting concerning his vote at a Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) state

council meeting in May, Mr Rees said he would be seeking to reverse his vote. Allison, who is the executive officer of LINE Wangaratta, said the mayor had opposed a resolution urging the State Government to actively work for the local government sector and other relevant stakeholders to support councils and their communities to hold inclusive activities and events that celebrate collective diversity. Cr Rees said he believed he had initially called for a lengthy, two-part recommendation to be voted on

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as two separate recommendations early in the meeting, and may not have been in attendance when the motion was re-called. “It was (motion) number 100 of the state council meeting and I’m just not sure whether I was even there at that time it was voted on, and I’m not sure whether the vote has gone to no because I didn’t answer,” he said. “I looked at a couple of the other regional councils and we usually leave at about item number 65 so we can get home and miss the traffic.

“The recommendation shows us as voting against that recommendation and that certainly wasn’t the purpose of it, so I will endeavour to talk to the MAV and get my position on that reversed. “I’ll also take the opportunity to confirm that council is strongly committed to supporting and celebrating our LGBTQIA+ community and collective diversity.” Cr Rees said council had thrown its support behind inclusive initiatives such as the North East pride collective partnership, have sup-

ported programs such as the 16 Days of Activism and IDAHOBIT day, and have provided funding for LINE. “We do invest a lot into inclusion in our community, and I’ve certainly invested in that a lot personally myself, so I’m sorry if I’ve offended anybody by the action of maybe pressing the wrong button, maybe not being there at the time or somebody else pressing the button my behalf,” he said. “That was not what I was meant to do, and we will work with MAV to get that reversed.”

NOT DELIBERATE: Wangaratta Mayor Dean Rees says a vote against inclusive events at a recent Municpal Association of Victoria meeting may have been done in error.

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A GROUP of University of Melbourne Italian students, including a trio of locals, will visit Wangaratta next week to present a public performance of ‘Non Tutti I Ladri Vengono Per Nuocere’ (‘The Virtuous Burglar’). The play, which focuses on the political climate of 1958, will be performed in the Galen auditorium on Thursday, October 26 from 6pm, with past Galen students Archie Gemmill, Jayelle Walsh and Caitlin Somerville among the cast. University students will also work in class with Galen students studying Italian, before the performance that evening. Matt Absalom, convenor Italian studies at the University of Melbourne, said there were no tickets or bookings required for the performance, with locals encouraged to simply come along to Galen and enjoy Dario Fo’s one-act play. Mr Absalom said the play would be performed in Italian, but there was a strategy to accommodate those who don’t speak Italian, so it would appeal to everyone. Archie Gemmill, currently in his second year of study at the University of Melbourne, said he was looking forward to returning to Galen and showing where Italian studies could lead, both academically and socially. “Studying a language is all about practising communication, so it fosters a very communal and social learning environment, something invaluable when you have just moved to a new city and university,” he said. Archie said ‘The Virtuous Burglar’ was essentially a political comedy. “The play opens with a thief who is caught midway through a burglary by the homeowner returning with his mistress,” he said. “Then, the play really de-

HOMECOMING: Former Galen Catholic College students Caitlin Somerville, Archie Gemmill and Jayelle Walsh are among the cast of of ‘Non Tutti I Ladri Vengono Per Nuocere’ (‘The Virtuous Burglar’), which will be performed at Galen on Thursday evening.

It’s a massive challenge moving away from home straight after school, but I have learnt a lot.. - Archie Gemmill scends into chaos with misunderstanding after misunderstanding, and a web of infidelity and funny lies. “While it is quite entertaining, it also plays with gender and class stereotypes cleverly, taking the stock characters of the Commedia dell’Arte style that inspired Dario Fo, the playwright, and transporting them into consumerist mid-century Italy. It’s well worth a watch! “In the Italian course at Mel-

bourne University, the play acts as our final exam for the course this semester, so considerable effort and consideration has been put into it. “For students considering Italian studies at a tertiary level, Italian migrant families in the region, theatre people, the politically-minded, there are plenty of things to love about Fo’s play and our production of it. “Even if you just have an appetite for a hilariously dramatic tale of affairs and lies, much akin to an episode of MAFS, ‘Non Tutti i Ladri’ is definitely for you - come along to check it out.” Archie said he was enjoying university, from the people he’s met to the course material and the culture of learning and debate. “There are also just so many opportunities,” he said. “I am off to Venice for a month just before Christmas for an intensive about Renaissance lust and consumption; the chance to follow your interests

in ways that you could never have dreamed of is incredible. “It’s a massive challenge moving away from home straight after school, but I have learnt a lot and feel fortunate about all that the move has brought me. “Italian studies is something that can take you anywhere. “I am a history student and much of my course has been focussed on Late Medieval and Early Modern Europe, so Italian is complementary.” Like Archie, Jayelle Walsh graduated from Galen in 2021. She said she was looking forward to returning to see her former Italian teachers, who inspired her to keep studying while at university. “I would encourage anyone to come to the play; even if you don’t speak Italian we have tried to make it as accessible as possible for non-Italian speakers, which was a part of our assessment criteria,” she said.

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Open day at Tarrawingee to spread bushfire awareness

SPREADING THE KNOWLEDGE: Wangaratta North CFA brigade Captain Mark Connor and Lieutenant Ryan Crole, alongside youngsters Pat and Sophie Connor, will provide advice ahead of the upcoming fire season at the October 28 event.

A JOINT CFA open day to be held at Tarrawingee Hall next weekend will provide important information to local residents ahead of an anticipated “significant” fire season this summer. Members from Wangaratta North, Eldorado, Tarrawingee and Everton brigades will be on hand from 9am to 1pm on Saturday, October 28, answering questions, offering advice and showing off their fire fighting equipment to crowds. CFA community safety coordinator Craig Iskov said the local brigades aimed to support a safe and well-informed community around the wider district, including Wangaratta. “The public is invited to

come along and have a chat with volunteer firefighters about local risks and possible solutions,” he said. “There will be information available for a wide range of urban and rural scenarios including preparing for the fire season, writing a bushfire plan, making good decisions if a fire occurs, and managing pets.” Adults and children will also be able to test their skills operating hoses and squirting targets at the event, and can find out additional information about volunteering as a firefighter or in a brigade support role. For more information contact Mr Iskov on 0428 737 788.

New water plan spurs debate Wangaratta’s g federal MP negotiates g four amendments,, but our state MP says y still bad deal

INDEPENDENT Federal MP for Indi Helen Haines has successfully amended the government’s Bill on the Murray Darling Basin Plan to improve accountability and support for impacted communities. The Restoring our Rivers Bill sets out to include an additional 450 gigalitres of water for the environment, and repeal the 1500GL purchase cap to give more options. On Wednesday, Dr Haines

effectively negotiated four amendments to the bill. The first amendment provides for reviews of compensation payments made to address detrimental social or economic impacts on communities from water buybacks, to ensure they are adequately and meaningfully responding to community needs. The other successful amendments strengthen the independent auditing

powers of the inspector general of water compliance, to improve accountability and transparency when it comes to meeting Murray Darling Basin Plan targets and delivering projects as promised. Dr Haines also moved amendments explicitly stating that buybacks are targeted from across the whole basin, to make it clear that the pursuit of environmental outcomes in the Northern Basin is allowed and encour-

aged; and ensuring communities, farmers and landholders affected by increased water flows resulting from constraints relaxation projects are adequately consulted about these projects. “The largest amount of water that is delivered to the lower Murray Darling Basin flows from the Hume, Dartmouth and Eildon dams in Indi, and I am concerned about serious negative environmental and economic

impacts for Indi farmers below the dams on the Goulburn and Murray Rivers,” Dr Haines said. “If additional water is to be purchased, it must be from where it is most effective rather than from where it is easiest.” But fellow Wangarattabased, Victorian Opposition Spokesperson for Water, Tim McCurdy, said this bill will destroy regional communities regardless of

where buybacks come from. “Federal Labor has ripped up the old basin agreement and completely ignored the social and economic neutrality test, something put in place to protect communities,” Mr McCurdy said. “The Victorian Labor Government opposes them, yet Labor’s federal MPs are teaming up with the Greens and independents to stab hard working Victorian communities in the back.”

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MP shuts up shop in Wangaratta By STEVE KELLY ONE Nation MP RikkieLee Tyrrell is packing up her office in Wangaratta and moving a new headquarters to a more secure office in Shepparton. She said the move was prompted as her current office does not comply with security requirements and

Move to Shepparton pp as new office has better securityy that meets requirements q the Parliament of Victoria has an available office in Shepparton. The Wangaratta office will close on Friday, October 20, but she can be contacted via email. “The Shepparton office will be up and running late November, early December with

plans to relocate to Numurkah mid next year to provide access to our rural constituents located in the irrigation district,” Ms Tyrrell said. “My electorate goes from Wodonga to Mildura and is the biggest in Victoria and I will continue to be a constant visitor to Wangaratta to

speak with my constituents and I am always contactable via email at rikkie-lee.tyrrell@parliament.vic.gov.au.” The MP for Northern Victoria has been operating out of her Faithfull Street, Wangaratta office since the start of the year after being elected as the first ever One

Nation candidate in Victorian Parliament. The office was previously occupied by former Derryn Hinch’s Justice Party MP Tania Maxwell. Ms Tyrrell is from Invergordon and has expressed her desire to secure better water security for the irriga-

tors in Northern Victoria. “For too long, Victoria’s irrigators have borne the brunt of water reform in the Murray–Darling Basin and the cost of water has driven many farmers out of the industry with commensurate impacts on regional economies,” she said at the time of election.

Specialist school receives funding for NDIS Navigator WANGARATTA District Specialist School (WDSS) is one of 32 specialist schools across Victoria to receive part of $21.2m of state funding to hire NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Navigators. NDIS Navigators will provide direct support to families and carers to help them navigate the NDIS, including how to access the NDIS, prepare for plan reviews and access the right support. WDSS principal Alysha Jackson said the funding would make a real impact on the students and their families. “Currently, our wellbeing team do a lot to support our families with this, because it’s quite a big job to get the information you need, collate it all, read the document sometimes,” she said.

“We do a lot of work with our students around postwork options and accessing work placement, whether it’s employment or day programs. “To access these, you have to have an active NDIS plan, so it’s really important we have it set up before they move into the Victorian Pathway Certificate program that we have or before they move into the senior part of the school.” Minister for Education Ben Carroll said NDIS Navigators would be in every one of the state’s 86 specialist schools by the end of 2025. “Our investment in special school infrastructure, support and the nationleading disability inclusion reforms are giving students with disability the support

they deserve,” he said. Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes said the funding will make sure families in Wangaratta and surrounds have extra support so that students with additional needs can make the most of the services they need. “Having this extra assistance in school will make it easier for parents and carers to access resources which will help build on a student’s strengths and abilities, and thrive in their education,” she said. “Our nation-leading delivery of Inclusive Education across the state is about making sure all students get the chance to learn, grow and play in world-class facilities and are able to reach their full potential – no matter their needs.”

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EV tax break to leave dearth in road fund WHILE many electric vehicle (EV) owners will laud the High Court’s decision to strike out a state road user tax on zero and low emissions vehicles (ZLEVs) earlier this week, the question of taxation on these vehicles is one that will need to be answered sooner rather than later. The 4-3 decision handed down by the court shows while many have voiced strong opposition to the state’s ability to implement its own tax, the issue is not as cut and dry as it might appear. The nation’s current fuel excise, 100 per cent of which was originally directed towards road infrastructure, but now goes toward general revenue, is slated to account for some $60.1 billion in revenue for the Australian Government between 2022/23 and 2025/26, a figure which is likely to only decrease as more people make the logical shift to EVs. By 2030, the Victorian Government aims to ensure 50 per cent of all new light vehicles sold will be ZLEVs. These vehicles are becoming increasingly viable, and the direct benefit to the environment has been well-documented. But the reality is that more EVs on the road will mean less revenue in fuel excise, and the question for the Federal Government then becomes from where to source those lost billions. Otherwise, as we’ve already seen throughout the North East in recent times, our local roads will suffer as a result, and the government’s capacity to further extend EV infrastructure will be hamstrung. But for now, those who have embraced the electric revolution can be happy they’ve chosen a cheaper and environmentally-friendlier way to get around.

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Helen Haines is out of touch with Indi THE outcome of the No vote in the parliamentary seat of Indi not only shows that its constituents are very aware of the dangers of letting Labor get their hands on our Constitution, but also shows how out of touch Helen Haines MP actually is. Haines was party to the total waste of taxpayers’ money in promoting this divisive Yes campaign. Indi has responded to this nonsense with a resounding No, mostly due to its lack of clarity on what we were actually voting on. This lack of information was a total snub on what referendums are meant to be about, leading to all kinds of unknown legislation that could have far reaching and damaging impacts on many if not most Australians if, indeed, it did get the go ahead. If Helen Haines really cared about government corruption and keeping things above board, she wouldn’t have supported this reckless swipe at our founding document. Mark McFarlane, Glenrowan

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‘WHAT feeling do you have?’ My three-year-old neighbour asked me this. This is a good question. Right now, the feeling I have is sad. And worry. Deep sadness and worry. In 1770, Captain Cook arrived in Australia. The start of colonialisation, just over 250 years ago. Science says Indigenous people have been here for 60,000 years. Dreaming says, eternity. Australia has decided not to have Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people recognised in the Constitution. What feeling do you have, First Nation peoples? I am so sorry for what the last 250 years have done to you. I wish we had learned more from you each day in those years. I thank you for all that you teach. Life is not easy for you. I see dignity and wisdom and laughter and pride, alongside the sorrow and damage.

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Bernie Holmes and Ray Steadman sign in with Ross Robotham at Sunday’s social gathering for current and ex-service personnel and their families, which was held at the Wangaratta RSL Sub-Branch. Organised as part of Veterans’ Health Week (October 8-15), the event attracted just over 100 people who enjoyed the chance to connect over a pizza lunch. The afternoon aligned perfectly with the theme of this year’s Veterans’ Health Week, ‘Mental Wellness Matters’. A monthly morning tea for local veterans and their families is held on the second Tuesday of each month at the RSL in Templeton Street from 10am to 11.30am.

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TIME FOR ACTION: Craig, Robert and Brett Ferguson, and Robin Gibb want Wangaratta council to take greater responsibility for Forest Lane Markwood which at present is not on council’s road register. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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group of frustrated property owners will seek to have Forest Lane, Markwood placed on Wangaratta council’s road register after what they say has been a decade of neglect. Group representative Robin Gibb said the lane was essential for at least six landholders to get safe and ready access to their land to care for stock, fencing, pasture and fire prevention measures. He said at present when it rains it is impassable. The long term resident said the lane was maintained by the former shire since the 1970s until the council amalgamation era under the Kennett Government in 1994 and although Wangaratta council had carried out occasional work since, it had been intermittent and often just a temporary repair. “Its condition has deterio-

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rated very badly,” Mr Gibb said. “Now parts of the track are lower than the ground level hence it is a permanent pond in the wet season. “Other sections of the track have now become the drain as its surface has been washed (or eroded) away. “Each time a vehicle passes it stirs up the soft mud which the water washes it away hence the track becomes lower until it becomes a bog and has deep wheel tracks, which is the state it’s in at present. “It really needs to be formed up properly.” Mr Gibb feared the road is in such a state that soon the erosion will make it com-

pletely inaccessible. He estimated that affected property owners had paid more than $40,000 a year in rates which was increasing all the time yet they seemed to get little in return from council. Milawa CFA has also raised concerns council staff over the state of the laneway. Milawa CFA captain Nathan Heywood said he had raised his concerns with a council staff member as a property owner and also in his role with the CFA, not only in the last 12 months but also several times over the last decade. “It’s one of a number of roads that are risky for CFA tankers,” he said. “It’s dangerous if you have to go off the road for whatever reason and also if you meet an oncoming vehicle or CFA tanker coming the other way, particularly if it’s wet.”

Mr Heywood said he had also received complaints from transport operators such as fertiliser trucks who say it’s extremely dangerous when making deliveries. “There would have to be six possibly eight property owners affected by Forest Lane,” he said.

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angaratta council director - community and infrastructure Marcus Goonan said Forest Lane is a Government Road Reserve. “The Local Government Act states that councils are responsible for caring for and managing all government roads, including formed and unformed,” he said. “A council is only responsible for ‘road maintenance’ on roads on their road register. “This road is not on the

Council Road Register; therefore, it is not maintained in any way.” Mr Goonan said community members can write to the council and request a road status be reviewed and council officers will review the status. “If the CFA require maintenance completed on the road reserve, then they would bring that via the CFA captain to the Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee for their consideration,” he said. “They would then pass on the recommendation to the council.” Mr Goonan said although council has no obligation to do works, they will if they can, do some works. Mr Gibb and Mr Heywood told the Chronicle they were unaware of the process to have the status

of the road reviewed. When contacted by the Chronicle Mayor Dean Rees said he was aware of the issue and had passed the residents’ concerns onto council staff and had since spoken with Mr Gibb. “After speaking with our team they said they had spoken to Mr Gibb on numerous occasions about the road explaining it was not council responsibility,” Cr Rees said. “It’s a dry weather road and although I can imagine what it’s like when it’s wet, you can get through it okay when it’s dry. “We have hundreds of kilometres of roads like this and we get a lot or requests to maintain them but we simply can’t afford to do every one.” Cr Rees echoed Mr Goonan’s words saying council would do what it could to the lane when it can.

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expected to arrive and be displayed. “This will be the culmination of 12 months work by our local ladies,” she said. “The range of the works that will be on display is so varied and interesting - they vary from modern art quilts through to the more traditional and functional.” “The ‘challenge’ section this year will be ‘And all That Jazz’ which is a salute to the last Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues, running on the same weekend. “These quilts are all inspired by the theme and only small ( just A3 in size).” Ros said also featured this year will be a selection of

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CANCER Council Victoria is reminding people in the Wangaratta area about the importance of regular cervical screening, as new research shows knowledge of this life-saving test is low, with less than half of eligible regional Victorians surveyed aware they needed to screen every five years. The Cervical Screening Test replaced the Pap Test in 2017 and looks for a virus called HPV (human papillomavirus) which causes almost all cervical cancers. The test is offered every five years to women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 74 to protect against cervical cancer. The new Cancer Council Victoria research, which surveyed more than 700 eligible women and people with a cervix in regional Victoria also found that only:  one in 10 respondents knew they needed to start screening at 25;  one in five respond-

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ents knew that the test looks for a virus called human papillomavirus or HPV; and  half of respondents knew about the self-collection testing option. Cancer Council Victoria’s Kate Broun said that the findings were concerning, and that low knowledge of the Cervical Screening Test could impact participation, putting more people at risk of cervical cancer. “It’s so important that everyone who is eligible for cervical screening knows when to screen and what their testing options are so that they have the best chance of protecting themselves,” she said. Gateway Health sexual health nurse Ange Davidson said cervical screening tests are simple, especially with the introduction of the self-collection tests.

“Regular screening is the best protection against cervical cancer and we have seen many of our patients opt for self-collection when offered the choice,” she said. “Self-collection is reducing barriers for many people and making easier to screen for HPV. “Gateway Health’s Clinic 35 can provide a free swab and instructions for someone to collect their own sample. “It’s very easy.” From the period 2018 to 2021, it’s estimated that in Victoria only 62 per cent of eligible women and people with a cervix participated in cervical screening. In the Wangaratta area, participation was even lower at 56.8 per cent. Ms Broun urges anyone in Wangaratta who has been putting off their Cervical Screening Test to speak to their doctor and find out about the new testing option called self-collection that can be done in a private space in a health clinic.

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Home Care Packages still available for eligible seniors By CHLOE JAENICKE COMMUNITY Interlink, alongside Northeast Health Wangaratta, have been providing around 85 members in the community with Home Care Packages. Home Care Packages provide services to those over the age of 65 who require extra support while living independently at home. They are also available to younger people with a disability in a unique circumstances where their needs aren’t met through other specialised services. “We cater to individual needs,” Community Interlink Home Care Package case manager, Jamie Stafford, said. “We really hear what is important to our clients and we work with them to find the

correct services to help them meet their goals.” “A part of what I do as a Home Care Package case manager, is I look at the consumer’s goals, then I write a detailed care plan and budget to help them meet their goals.” Community Interlink offer services in the Hume Region and Southern New South Wales. For one of their consumers, they source services including home cleaning, occupational therapy and physiotherapy. “This client had a recent health setback,” Ms Stafford said. “One of her goals was to increase their mobility and their strength to what it was prior to the health setback.” “We assisted them by finding the right allied health services and equipment to reach that goal.

“This included the installation of rails in their bathroom as recommended by the occupational therapist. “We have also sourced an exercise program and a social planned activity through Gateway Health to help keep them active. “And we organise the odd gardening and mowing service to keep their yard safe and maintained.” Community Interlink can also assist with dementia support services, meal preparation, transport and more. Those interested in applying for a Home Care Package can do so through My Aged Care who will determine if they are eligible for a Home Care Package. For more information on Home Care Packages visit communityinterlink.org.au.

COMMUNITY CARE: Service support coordinators, Lee O’Neil and Fiona Sheridan, and case manager Jamie Stafford from Community Interlink are a part of the team who provide Home Care Packages to those in need. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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on the Convention th United U it d Nations N ti C ti on the Rights of the Child article 31: Children have the right to relax, play and take part in activities they enjoy, and the events on offer aim to engage children in new and enjoyable actions in a relaxed environment. This is a chance for you to connect with local families, meet Wangaratta Children’s Services Centre educators, and observe their

expertise they guide ti as th id children hild through a program of imaginative activities. On offer will be a Play-Doh table with natural elements, a painting table where things can get messy, and an area for children to try their hand at musical instruments. If that sounds a bit raucous there will also be a quiet and contemplative zone with cushions and books. “Our Children’s Week celebra-

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Celebrating children’s fun and play and more BY CHLOE JAENICKE cjaenicke@ nemedia.com.au

NORTH East Multicultural Association (NEMA) will hold their biggest children’s week event to date this Saturday, October 21 at Batchelors Green on Tone Road in Wangaratta. Project coordinator and outreach worker, Sharon Squires, said this year will be much different to other years and feature more entertainment. “In the past it has been activity based play with volunteers in the park with kids and members of the community who wanted to join in,” she said. “Because we’re getting more government funding we’re trying to do more with functions and events and trying to use other community services with us so we can offer more services to the community.” To fit in with this year’s theme for children’s week, ‘children have the right to relax, play and take part in activities they enjoy’,

BLASTED AWAY: A Nissan X-Trail was hit and pushed off the tracks by a train at about 8pm after the interstate driver got stuck on the railway line and disembarked the car.

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CELEBRATING FUN: NEMA team members Kulvir Kaur, Faryal Khan and Sharon Squires are looking forward to hosting their children's week event. the event will include jumping castles, giant lawn games, balloon artists, face painting, a lucky dip and reptile encounters from 12pm to 2pm, with children able to meet the animals after the show. Ms Squires said the emergency services will also be there for both entertainment and to educate people about their roles.

“We’re trying to educate our migrant community in general not to be afraid and that they’re (emergency services) there to help,” she said. Ms Squires said they are proud to hold the event and that people should come along to enjoy a fun day in the sunshine, support the community, and make friends.

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A COLLISION between a train and vehicle at the Birkett Street level crossing in Euroa on Friday night has raised questions about the need to improve the crossing’s safety. Euroa Police Senior Leading Constable Lucas Paul said the crash occurred after the driver of a Nissan X-Trail tried to cross the railway line but missed the turn and got stuck on the rail. The driver and passenger, from interstate, disembarked the vehicle, which was then hit and pushed off the tracks by the Southern Cross to Albury train at about 8pm – leaving the individuals unharmed, but their car totalled. The 268 passengers aboard the train waited about an hour and 20 minutes before

being allowed to disembark, following emergency services investigations and a track inspection, according to V/Line. Police, Euroa SES, Euroa CFA and Ambulance Victoria attended the scene, and the emergency services personnel assisted with ushering passengers onto replacement buses when they disembarked. Euroa CFA firefighter Garry Kenyon said the CFA had been called to similar crashes at this site five times, and something needed to be done “without question” to prevent the situation from recurring again. “There’s obviously something very wrong with the intersection,” he said. Ambulance Victoria and V/ Line said no train passengers were injured.

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Appin Park students excited for the Big Brother Big Sister Aquathon By CHLOE JAENICKE STUDENTS from Appin Park Primary School are getting ready for the Big Brother Big Sister (BBBS) Aquathon. The aquathon aims to raise money for the BBBS program with a day of swimming and competition. In the lead up, Appin Park students are currently taking swimming lessons at the WISAC. Year five student from Appin Park Primary School, Imogen Rocchiccioli, said she hopes plenty of people compete in the Aquathon to help raise money for the BBBS program. “I think it’s good because it’s fundraising for the Big Brother Big Sister program and that’s really important,” she said.

“I also want to compete because I really like swimming.” Hayden Nelson, another year five student at Appin Park Primary School, said he thinks raising money for BBBS through an Aquathon is a perfect idea. “I think raising money for BBBS is a perfect idea and it gets more money and its competition and fun at the same time while raising money at the same time so three things at once,” he said. Hayden said he has already signed up to compete in the Aquathon, bringing Appin Park Primary School closer to the $250 prize that is awarded to the school or organisation with the most participants.

Hayden will be competing in the Goldfish race, which consists of a 500 metre run, 50 metre swim and another 500 metre run, aimed for children under 12. Those aged 13 or older can compete in the Marlin or Clownfish race. The aquathon will take place on Sunday, December 3 and for more information visit https://events.humanitix.com/big-brothers-bigsisters-aquathon-3rd-december-2023-ofurbk37 or email wangaratta@bbbsau.au. COMPETITION READY: Hayden Nelson, Lucas Doig, Logan Fraser and Imogen Rocchiccioli are all looking forward to the Big Brother Big Sister Aquathon. PHOTO: Chloe Jaenicke

On brink of a prison term

A WANGARATTA man who repeatedly intimidated his partner and was found in possession of stolen tools could face a prison term for his offending. The 25-year-old faced Wangaratta Magistrates Court on Monday, pleading guilty to family violence and proceeds of crime offences following two separate incidents earlier this year. According to police pros-

ecutor Leading Senior Constable Stuart Pritchard, the defendant’s partner had confronted him on the night of May 27 regarding another relationship the man had reportedly entered, at which time he was said to have physically assaulted the woman. The court heard the alleged assault had occurred at the defendant’s parents’ home, with the man’s father separating the couple after

his son placed one hand on the woman’s neck. The accused was told to leave the home, and was later found disoriented in a laneway in the Wangaratta CBD, the result of an accidental drug overdose according to defence lawyer Kalia Laycock-Walsh. The court heard the man subsequently spent six days in intensive care at Northeast Health Wangaratta, and

had no recollection of the assault. In another incident, a police raid of the accused’s Wangaratta address in March located a number of allegedly stolen Makita tools, including tool belts inscribed with initials which did not match the accused. He told officers he could produce receipts for each of the tools, but failed to do so. The owners of the tools

could not be located by police. Ms Laycock-Walsh said her client’s offending had occurred in line with an escalation in his drug use, for which he had since undergone counselling and a three-month residential rehabilitation stint. She said he was also undertaking weekly drug screens, and was “on the path of starting to turn things around”.

Magistrate Victoria Campbell conceded the defendant’s extensive criminal history for his age had meant a prison term had been her initial assessment. But she noted the steps he had taken to rehabilitate himself in the wake of the offending were positive. She ordered the defendant be assessed for a corrections order, with the matter to return to court later this month.

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND

Moyhu Lions Spring expo event

Choral Evensong at the cathedral

THE next Moyhu Lions Country market will be a celebration of the season with a Spring Expo at the Moyhu Lions Park tomorrow from 8am to 12pm. There will be more than 30 stalls plus displays and demonstrations, with the CFA attending, the Warby Engine Steam club and Meadow Creek Nursery, plus a flower show with prizes to be won. Enjoy all the entertainment with refreshments available including a Moyhu Lions country breakfast.

ENJOY a relaxing hour of music with the Holy Trinity Cathedral Singers performing on Sunday from 5pm to 6pm at the Holy Trinity Cathedral. Part of the 2023 Wangaratta Seniors Festival, all are welcome to come along.

Looking Glass at Wangaratta gallery A SIGNIFICANT exhibition of works by two of Australia’s most acclaimed Aboriginal artists, Judy Watson and Yhonnie Scarce, is showing at the Wangaratta Art Gallery. The exhibition called Looking Glass features paintings, video and sculptural works exploring the elements of earth, water, fire and air. Kokatha and Nukunu artist, Yhonnie’s Scarce’s heated and blown glass sculptures are shown alongside Waanyi artist, Judy Watson’s washed canvases, stained with earthen pigments, and they can be seen in Gallery One Sunday.

NEMA Children’s Week event THE North East Multicultural Association will hold a Children’s Week event with free entertainment for children in Batchelors Green in Wangaratta tomorrow from 11.30am to 2.30pm. There will be jumping castles, giant lawn games, balloon artist and face painting with a reptile encounter stage show from 12pm to 2pm (with refreshments available to purchase).

Friends of Warby bush dance FRIENDS of Warby-Ovens National Park will hold a bush dance celebration and fundraiser at the Boorhaman Hall on Saturday night from 6pm to 10pm. All are welcome to come along and have fun with a barbecue and live music courtesy of Sal Kimber. Funds raised support conservation work taking place in the local Green Listed National Park, with adults tickets $20 and family and kids tickets also available through trybooking.com.

Distraction by The Umbilical Brothers COMEDY duo The Umbilical Brothers will perform live at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Sunday night at 8pm. The Umbilicals take the energy of live performance and the spectacle of cinema and smash them together into a new show performed simultaneously on stage and on the big screen. Come and experience their unique mix of mind-bending comedy and back-breaking physicality, with tickets available at wangarattapac. com.au.

SCENIC WALK: Visitors to Marg and Clive Pullen’s garden can follow the stone path to discover a variety of colourful plants. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Visit a garden with a difference By CHLOE JAENICKE

UNIQUE gardens will be on display this Sunday as part of a fundraiser for Wangaratta Friends of Lacluta. Marg and Clive Pullen’s garden located at 77 Boorhaman Road, North Wangaratta, will be one of the three gardens open on the day. The Pullens have been adding to their garden for over 40 years and Marg said it has been evolving since then. “Since 1977 we started putting our garden together after a tour to the United States and Europe,” she said. “That’s when we decided to make a decision to remove the restrictive fence lines and plant a rose garden and put in some pathways.” Marg said they developed the

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garden all on their own, creating an inviting landscape over two acres. “We just designed it ourselves - we had no assistance or formal guidance - it just evolved through our conversation and a love of plants, trees and bushes,” she said. Some plants that commonly feature in their garden include native species like grevilleas, mock orange bushes and the native frangipani. Visitors can also view the sculptures created by Marg, which are part of the North Wangaratta Sculpture Trail, as they walk along the brick path created by Clive. “I made the sculptures using equipment and horseshoes from my grandfather’s blacksmith shop that I’ve worked into various designs,” she said. The couple said they are

looking forward to sharing their garden with others and supporting the Wangaratta Friends of Lacluta. “People should come along to see a garden with a little bit of colour and get out into a different setting,” said Marg. “Clive and I are happy to participate in this fundraiser for the Friends of Lacluta as it’s a worthwhile cause.” Gardens will be open at 77 Boorhaman Road in North Wangaratta, 1610 Boorhaman Road in Boorhaman and at 434 Lyons Road in Tarrawingee. They will be open between 10am and 4pm and tickets are $10 for entry to one garden, or $20 for entry to all the gardens (cash only, children free). Devonshire tea and live music will also be available in the Tarrawingee garden.

Whorouly Village Fair this Sunday THE Whorouly Village Fair on Sunday will feature approximately 50 market stalls, selling everything from Christmas decorations to handmade clothing, plus representation from local community groups and an outdoor food court offering a variety of international cuisine. Between 11.30am and 12.30pm, the Rural City of Wangaratta will be holding a Pitcher This! event, which involves community organisations pitching for funding for a local project, with winners determined by a crowd vote. Enjoy all the fun of the fair this Sunday from 9am to 2pm at the Whorouly Recreation Reserve.

Wangaratta community market THE Wangaratta community market runs every Sunday at Moore Than Swimming, located at 11-13 Mason Street in Wangaratta, from 8am until 1pm. There is a wide range of stalls to browse and refreshments are available. Stalls are available for $25 each (must have own market stall insurance) with more information via the market’s Facebook page.

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Open Door Neighbourhood House values support as demand rises FOR Wangaratta’s Open Door Neighbourhood House, community support from GIVE Wangaratta has been vital. GIVE Wangaratta is currently holding its $100,000 Challenge, a community-led initiative to raise money from businesses and individuals that has been boosted this week by a generous donation of $2000 from local gym Body Fit Training. The funds will be returned, over time, to community organisations and initiatives in the Wangaratta local government area. Open Door Neighbourhood House executive officer Loretta Waters said that the organisation’s community food pantry, which offers fresh produce and household items to all members of our community free of charge, had benefitted from GIVE Wangaratta’s generosity. Earlier this year, Open Door Neighbourhood House received a GIVE Wangaratta grant, which was then followed up with a complementary $5000 grant from a silent donor. “In the face of rising living costs and the increasing prevalence of the working poor, we have observed a substantial surge in demand for our

services over the past three years, a trend that continues to grow,” Ms Waters said. “Our food pantry was established to provide a safe and accessible space where individuals in need could access essential resources without facing the burden of providing proof of hardship. “We recognise that many people experience feelings of shame and failure when seeking emergency food support, and we are committed to reducing the associated stigma by providing a welcoming environment that treats all individuals with the dignity and kindness they deserve. “Grants like the one we received from GIVE Wangaratta and the anonymous donor play a pivotal role in sustaining our efforts and filling the funding gaps necessary to support initiatives like ours.” Ms Waters said the community food pantry relies solely on donated food. “We receive generous donations of fruits and vegetables from SecondBite every weekday, along with a weekly donation from FoodShare Albury Wodonga. “Additionally, we accept contributions from our community and maintain our vegetable garden. “The funds from GIVE

Wangaratta are being used to purchase essential produce and products that may not be readily available through donations, including items like coffee, milk, pasta, and toilet paper. “We will be able to distribute more food and household essentials to our local community, alleviating some of the financial pressures faced by many families and individuals. “It also helps our community members access healthier food options and other necessary items and services, such as medical appointments and transportation.” The food pantry has about 70 unique visits each week, directly benefiting up to 150 individuals over this period, with one-third of them being children. Demand for its services has been steadily rising, increasing by 10 per cent over the last 12 months and surging by over 60 per cent since 2020. Anyone interested in donating to the $100,000 Challenge can do so via the webpage https://intoourhandsfoundation.com. au/fund/give-wangaratta/ by contacting Ruth Kneebone on 0402 104 188 or Sarah Thompson on 0490 174 878.

THANKFUL FOR SUPPORT: Open Door Neighbourhood House executive officer Loretta Waters said GIVE Wangaratta’s support of its food pantry had been vital, amid growing demand.

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Beautiful and friendly - Eastern Yellow Robin By IAN DAVIDSON and CHRIS TZAROS THE beautiful Eastern Yellow Robin is one of Australia’s easiest to observe robins which is often seen perched sideways on tree trunks. They have a grey back and head and yellow underparts and an oliveyellow rump. The throat is off-white and, in flight, there is a pale off-white wing bar. The bill is black. Both sexes are similar in plumage colour and pattern, but the female is slightly smaller. Young Eastern Yellow Robins are rufous-brown. The plumage has some paler streaks, which are confined to the wings when the birds are a little older. These robins are one of the earliest birds to call in the morning before dawn. They eat insects, spiders and other invertebrates mostly found amongst the leaf litter, which they pounce on from a low perch. They typically forage alone. Females weave a cup-shaped nest in a tree fork. They bind grasses and bark together using spider webs and then they line the nest with leaves and grasses. Females lay and incubate up to three clutches of two to three eggs each year. Young birds are raised by both parents, and sometimes other helpers. Eastern Yellow Robins are

altitudinal migrants, moving to lower areas during winter. Their calls are a distinctive part of the dawn chorus voice includes a variety of high bell-like piping, a repeated “chop chop” and some scolding notes. The Eastern Yellow Robins are confined to the east and south-east of the Australian mainland. Their range is mostly along the coastal and adjacent areas but does extend quite large distances inland in some areas. These robins are found in a wide range of habitats, from woodlands to rainforests where the rainfall is generally more than 500mm per year. They are also common in parks and gardens and are usually first seen perched on the side of a tree trunk or other low perch. Eastern Yellow Robins are inquisitive and confident with humans. Locally they can be found in woodland and forest wherever there are tall wattles including in gullies and creeklines in the Warby Ranges and Killawarra forest and parts of the Ovens and King rivers. They readily make themselves known with their insistent chop chop call and will happily remain nearby to people who watch quietly.

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Spreading the jazz and blues message A GROUP of community creatives attended two workshops last week to help “paint the town jazzy blue” to promote this year’s Wangaratta Jazz and Blues Festival. Under the guidance of visual art educator David Godkin, the artists created a range of ‘train’ displays for the theme “The Midnight Special”, borrowing from a traditional old blues song popularised by the artist Leadbelly (AKA Huddie Leadbetter). The Jazz Blues train was taken down to the Wangaratta Station platform on Sunday morning to welcome the vintage train and passengers and it created a lot of interest and featured in many photographs. The community work will go on display in selected Wangaratta CBD windows over the jazz and blues festival on the Melbourne Cup weekend but organisers would welcome more pieces from the community. “We would really like some more schools to try and ‘get on board’ please,” David said. “They and any other artists can do so by accessing the Jazz Blues Festival website where instruc-

BEWITCHING IDEAS: Halloween craft can spark children’s imagination.

Spooky craft a gateway to imagination

MIDNIGHT SPECIAL: (Back from left) Kohen Stone, Ayla Ali-Milne, Lucas Van Schijndel, Alfie Fulton, Scarlett McArdle, Baxter Rourke and Christina Slatter. (Front from left) Tania Sutherland, Paddy Milne, Patricia Boak, Dave Fuller and David Godkin. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling tions and suggestions for participating can be found. “The A3 train window template can be downloaded and printed off from the website.” Completed artworks can be dropped at the front desk of the council off ices and need to be f inished preferably by

the end of October. Depending on the number of artworks created they will be displayed in the council windows, WPACC windows, Helen Haines office windows and also at the Wangaratta Library. The actual paper mache train will also be on display in the library.

The train has had quite a journey since it was created by David for the 21st Wangaratta Jazz and Blues Festival and its ultimate resting destination will hopefully be the Wangaratta Historical Society. For information on the program go to the Wangaratta Jazz and Blues Festival website.

SHARING STORIES: Author Helen Edwards enjoyed dropping in to St Patrick’s Primary School on Monday, where she discussed her new book, ‘The Rebels of Mount Buffalo’. The novel is a captivating time-slip tale in which a girl lost to grief meets a daring rebel on a misty mountain, who guides her to rediscover her courage and find her way home. St Patrick’s students had the chance to hear about the inspiration for the story, Guide Alice Manfield, as part of Helen’s visit arranged through Edgars Books and News. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

FROM dressing up to trick-or-treating, there’s lots for kids to love about Halloween. Craft expert Shannon Wong-Nizic who runs parenting hub Oh Creative Day, says creating and making Halloween costumes and decorations is a great way to stimulate kids’ imaginations. “World-building and storytelling is an important part of a creative childhood, which is why Halloween really captures kids’ imaginations – it makes anything possible,” she said. Shannon’s top tips for Halloween crafting with the kids are:  set the scene: create a fun, spooky mood for your Halloween craft activity - dim the lights, put some ghoulish music on to transport your little crafters to another world, where the only limit is their imagination;  simple symbols: from cats to bats, to witches and ghosts – Halloween is bursting with symbols that can be drawn free-hand or can be traced and cut-out to create fantastic masks, costumes and decorations. For little children, cutting out with scissors helps build fine motor skills as well as confidence;  tools for the job: you don’t need to go glitter glue crazy to create fabulous artwork. Keep it simple with scissors, tape or a glue stick, and some colours; and  balance it out: encourage young artists to engage in creative activities that are open-ended and where they have a choice over their designing and making, finding a balance between guiding and scaffolding. This is where a template can be helpful - they can cut it out, colour and create it the way they like, adding their own touches to create a unique artwork to be proud of. Shannon has created a free ‘haunted house’ craft template that kids can cut out and colour. It has a ‘haunted door’ they can open and close and use their imagination to create their own cute or creepy creature to hide behind and even build their own story. To download, visit www.pilotpen. com.au/topics/creative

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There’s lasting recognition for Wangaratta North firefighters By RYAN MALCOLM FIVE new CFA life members were added to a newly constructed honour board at the Wangaratta North brigade at the weekend, recognised for their years of service to the 90-year-old Byawathabased unit. Former captains Lachlan Gales and John Wells, as well as long-time members Warren Anker and Stewart and Russell Canning were celebrated by a crowd of almost 50 during Sunday’s ceremony, which was also attended by CFA board member Ross Coyle, CFA district 23 commander Paul Scragg, and brigade administration support officer (BASO) Mel Evans. A further 35 service medals were also presented to Wangaratta North volunteers on the day. Brigade captain Mark Connor said the new honour board, which was crafted by brigade lieutenant Brendan Burns, was a valuable addition to the local CFA shed. “Brendan’s pretty handy at (woodworking) – there’s some very good craftsmanship that has gone into it,” he said. “We only had minute books and the works (to recognise previous office bearers) – we

STRONG COMMUNITY: Wangaratta North CFA brigade came together to recognise its volunteers at a ceremony on Sunday where (INSET) the brigade’s new honour board was unveiled by captain Mark Connor and Ross Morrison. The honour board was constructed by brigade lieutenant Brendan Burns. PHOTOS: Courtesy Wangaratta North CFA had a donation from the Morrison family – Ron Morrison is a previous captain - and when he passed there was a donation from the family, and that money’s gone towards the construction of the board. “There were a lot of family names that have been in-

volved in the Byawatha and Wangaratta North district for a long time.” One such name with strong ties to the brigade was the Canning family, whose property was home to the brigade’s first fire station in 1933. Stewart and Russell would

each go on to live in close proximity to the station, however, have since retired and moved into Wangaratta. According to Mr Gales, who served two terms as the brigade’s captain, there was “always a Canning on the tanker” when the Wangaratta

North brigade turned out during the pair’s active years. Mr Gales said former captain John Wells had been an “integral” member of the brigade over two decades since moving from Beechworth, having played a key role as a crew leader during impor-

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Local players enjoy Lifeball for all PLAYERS hit the court at the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre recently for a few games of Lifeball. The non-contact sport is suitable for participants over 60 and is similar to netball, although with a soft, foam ball and no running. Also enjoyed as a fun, social activity, more information on how to get involved in a local game is available by contacting Elaine Broadway on 0418 574 404.

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GETTING TOGETHER: Barb Smith, Margaret Polkinghorn and Barbara Jennings.

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Walking in the footsteps of a Milawa pioneer The great-great nephew of James Henley drops in at the Milawa inn his forbear founded BY SHANE DOUTHIE sdouthie@ nemedia.com.au

years and he was thrilled with the reception he received. “As I walked into the bottle shop, it was a wonderful site to see with the original wooden floors and the exposed brick walls,” he said. “Each room at the location offers a great, comfortable, and cozy location for a glass of wine or a meal.” James Henley was Andrew’s great-great grandfather’s brother, who kept in contact with his siblings in the United States up until his death. In 1841, the Henley family immigrated to the United States from Herefordshire,

England and settled in Hillsville, Pennsylvania. Shortly thereafter, the patriarch of the family, Matthew Henley (1795–1846, died in 1846 at the age of 51, leaving his wife with six children, ages four to 21. “It was shortly thereafter that two of the eldest brothers, James and Thomas (1825– 1894), decided to move west, settling in California and Oregon around 1849–50. “Both brothers went to the region for the gold rush at the time.” Upon their return from California, the two brothers decided to travel back west, with one of the brothers, Thomas, landing in Missouri and the other, James, in Victoria, Australia. “Uncle James quickly took

 James and Sophia Henley.

up entrepreneurial opportunities following his move to the area,” Andrew said. “Following the gold rush to Melbourne, he worked at the gold sites of Bendigo, Buckland and Tarrawingee. “In 1861, James built the Old Emu Inn, which marked the town corners in the rural country just outside of Wangaratta, known as Milawa. “Here, he purchased land and cultivated a 120 acre vineyard and cellars, capable of holding 100,000 gallons of wine...this was known as the ‘Richmond House’ vineyard. “Uncle James brought with him a Kentucky tobacco farmer, who assisted in growing 27 acres of Florida, Havana, Connecticut and Maryland varieties. “Uncle James was noted as

the first grower and manufacturer of tobacco in Victoria and won prizes of bronze and silver medals in London exhibitions.” In 1896, James and his wife, Sophia, announced their travels to the British Isles and the United States and celebrated their leave at the Library Hall in Milawa, where more than 80 individuals came to celebrate their departure, announcing at the end, “Say au revoir, but not good-bye” and closed the event by singing Auld Lang Syne. “It was on this trip that James would reconvene with his siblings, who he had not seen for over 50 years,” Andrew said. “Here, he took a photo with his family and celebrated his stay.

“For over 100 years, a member of the Henley family from the States has not visited Milawa until today, where I was able to tour the Old Emu Inn. “Sommer-Lee gave an incredible tour from basement to attic of the inn and provided me much context of my family’s involvement in Milawa. “To this day, Henley’s Wine Bar and Kitchen is the only publicly-accessible location, commemorating James and Sophia Henley’s involvement as the first successful tobacco producers in Victoria, as they lie in an unmarked grave in the cemetery. “Sommer Lee and her staff are wonderfully welcoming and operate a beautiful business and I took with me some business cards and menus to show my family in the States.”

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Open garden for charity PLANS are in place for an entertaining charity open garden at Birchwood at Molyullah on October 28 and 29. Along with the one acre of diversely planted garden beds, lawns, garden art, seating, and landscaping features on Birchwood, there will be several artisans and stallholders to facilitate a day’s activity at the property at 653 ODea Road, Molyullah. Catherine Pianta is bringing her abstract and impressionistic art to the garden, along with her lovely beeswax candles. “Catherine has established hives in her garden and is passionate about creating genuine beeswax candles,” event organiser, Julie Campbell said. Margie Young’s colourful and finely crafted mosaic art and stained-glass art will be on display and for sale. You can see Margie’s work on Facebook and Instagram. “Naomi, Missy’s Garden” is bringing her hardy herb and veggie seedlings and Roly Ceehuiz is returning with his garden structures. Benalla’s Rose City Band is performing in the garden

OPEN GARDEN: The Birchwood Open Garden will be open on October 28 and 29 which will feature a variety of artisans and stallholders. from 12pm on Saturday, with several band members returning on Sunday at the same time. People can enjoy the band whilst lunching on well filled ham, cheese and salad rolls, scones, jam and cream and an assortment of cakes and muffins. Gary and Julie Campbell have put together some salvia pots, summer perennials and bearded iris for avid gardeners to snap up. “We have no idea how we found the time to do these as

well as continue to improve and develop our garden layout and floral display,” Ms Campbell said. Birchwood’s Open Garden is once again supporting Cancer Council Victoria, Wangaratta and Benalla hospitals, with 100 per cent of gate takings and net profit from refreshments being donated. Entry is $8 with people 18 years and under free. Dogs will not be admitted. For more information contact Julie Campbell on 5766 6275.

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SUSTAINABLE: Pictured in Whitfield District Primary School’s vegetable garden are (back, from left) teacher Dianne Feldtmann, Mikaylee Soderblom, Cassie Soderblom, Katelyn Van Gastelen, (front) Hunter Calvene and Xander Van Bergen. PHOTO: Caitlin Sartori

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Friday, October 18, 2013 By CAITLIN SARTORI “REDUCE, reuse and recycle” is not the typical “three Rs” used in school curriculum, but Whitfield District Primary School has adopted the motto in its everyday routines. With a population of 32 students, the primary school received a highly commended in the active schools category at the Keep Australia Beautiful Tidy Towns Awards over the weekend. A vegetable patch with 20 beds, fruit trees, herb gardens and chooks are solely cared for by students, parents and teachers, with fresh produce regularly used in the school’s kitchen in conjunction with the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program. WDPS teacher, Dianne Feldtmann, said receiving the highly commended recognition was great for the students.

10 years ago “What we do is not an extra special project, it’s our daily sort of thing,” Ms Feldtmann said. “So it was interesting to see how we’d go in an event like this,” she said. “It’s good for the kids to know their work is recognised too. “It’s a really good program, I’m amazed at the food the kids will try, and how they will have a go now at eating different foods.” Saving energy is a main priority for the school community, with the use of solar panels, water tanks and compost all utilised. “It’s all about reducing

consumption by saving water and power, and turning it into sustainable living,” principal Mark Van Bergen said. “The students all have their own daily jobs that they do, and have worked on a number of projects around the school,” he said. “They’ve helped to construct a paddock, and have built a shelter out of all recycled materials.” Each classroom contains recycle, rubbish, compost and scrap paper bins, while students use reusable drink bottles and containers for lunches, with some families regularly aiming for rubbish free lunches. Students conducted the tour of the grounds when judging for the awards took place, explaining in pairs the purpose of each implemented project. The school community also regularly participates in Clean Up Australia Day, National Tree Planting Day, SEEDS and Water Watch.

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“Industry House” fully Three-bedroom family tenanted within CBD home in Pelican Court THIS Art Deco inspired smaller commercial opportunity is in the heart of Wangaratta. The property is returning $31,356 p/a with three leases to 2024, 2027 and 2028. The building has terrif ic history and was constructed to accommodate strongroom, kitchenette and toilets. It has a classic pulley dumbwaiter shute for document delivery top to bottom in the days before email of documents or even Bluetooth. It’s great location would make a great apartment in future years with no need for a vehicle, as all is near. Yopu can walk to the train, bus, shops and all the amazing things Wangaratta has to offer. This is a sound investment as it

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■ PEPPED UP: The Jolion S has pepped up the Haval SUV range.

‘S’ Puts on Jolion good show

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THE Chinese automobile maker GWM Haval has spiced up its popular small petrol sports utility vehicle segment with the addition of a Jolion S, as well as doubling up on the hybrid models to two. With the Jolion Premium acting as the entry-level, at $28,490 drive-away, the ‘S’ variant ($36,990), slots in the six-model range between the Ultra and the two hybrids, the lesser with Lux trim and priced the same as the S. The Jolion Ultra Hybrid ($40,990) tops off the line-up. The new Jolion S, on test here, stands alone from the rest of the model range with a pepped-up power plant, fresh multi-link rear suspension and various unique black exterior features for a sportier appearance. Inside the cabin, only on the ‘S’, is a new layout of buttons directly under the centre dash infotainment screen, preventing their accidental operation. Owners benefit from GWM’s seven-year unlimited kilometre warranty and economical capped price servicing costs for five years. STYLING Setting the Jolion S apart from other models are black 18inch wheels, black door mirror caps, black roof rails, black side garnish, and blacked-out lower front and rear bumpers. Jolians in general, feature a multi-faceted pattern of daytime running lights bookending LED headlamps and foglights. The grille adds to the shine

with sparkling finish and horizontal accents to create a bold, if flashy, show. The car’s profile is standard SUV lines with a coupe-like roof curve approaching the Cpillar. Except having more badges than a Scout jamboree, the rear is as plain as the front is glitzy. INTERIOR The general occupant opinion was that heated front seats were some of the most comfortable in this class of car, while faux leather with contrast stitching and Haval logo was good enough to give the impression of the luxury of the real thing. That as maybe, but the lack of angling the driver’s seat base for added comfort and the absence of lumbar support shaved off some of the shine. The leather-clad steering misses out on reach adjustment. It’s angle only. Thanks to a long wheelbase the bench-like back seat accommodates three across with generous legroom. Boot space checks in at 430 litres (enough to take a couple of big suitcases) and 1133 litres with the 60:40 second row stowed. There’s room only for an under-floor space-saver spare. INFOTAINMENT A 12.3-inch touchscreen crowns the central dashboard and a 7-inch digital display sits directly in front of the driver. Topping this off is a head-up windscreen display featuring digital speedo, speed limits and lane discipline diagram. Connectivity consists of the 12.3-inch colour multimedia

touchscreen linked to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Audio is handled by a sixspeaker system, which misses out on a volume knob or toggle, other than on the steering wheel. The front passenger is left out, limited only to using the audio menu via the touchscreen. The Jolion S continues the quirky driver focused camera constantly checking whether he or she is paying attention to matters at hand. A camera fixed to the A-pillar serves up an audible ding and the admonishment ‘Hey, don’t stray!’ on the touchscreen on catching what it thinks is concentration wavering. Chinese checkers? It’s all a bit naff to me. ENGINES / TRANSMISSIONS The Haval Jolion S is powered by an upgraded 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine hitched up to a seven-speed dual clutch automatic transmission driving through the front wheels. This is enough to come up with a maximum 130 kW and 270 Nm, 20 kW and 50 Nm above the trio below it in the line-up. SAFETY Standard safety features include seven airbags including front-centre, autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection. There’s lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, traffic sign recognition, rear crosstraffic alert, adaptive cruise control with stop / go and safe exit warning. Unfortunately, some of the assistance is a tad too keen

comfortably to help out. Cameras create an all-round plan view of the vehicle, while Haval’s A-pillar-mounted spy camera keeps a check of the driver’s behaviour behind the wheel. All Jolians are rated five stars for safety on 2022 testing. DRIVING Despite upgrades to the powerplant, the turbo turned out to be a little hesitant to connect, especially on inclines. This was even more pronounced in reverse gear, when power came in annoying bursts. Once on the move, however, the Jolion S put on a boisterous (some would say harsh) performance, especially when wound up. Ragged edges did appear in stop / start city motoring. As stated by the maker, expect a combined urban / highway fuel consumption of around 7.5 litres per 100km, compared to the standard 1.5’s 8.1 litres per 100 kilometres. A 55-litre tank takes 91 RON unleaded petrol. The Jolion S is the only model in the line-up to be fitted with a multi-link independent rear suspension, in place of the standard torsion beam set-up, which the maker claims offers ‘enhanced ride and handling’. The test car took to sweeping around fast bends with the tail fixed firmly to the road. However, the suspension was susceptible to a bang or two from behind on bumpy roads. The rotary gearshift is wayward in selecting (D)rive or (M) anual mode and spins without any transmission connection if

AT A GLANCE MODEL LINE-UP HAVAL JOLION PREMIUM: $28,490 HAVAL JOLION LUX: $30,990 HAVAL JOLION ULTRA: $33,990 Haval Jolion S $36,990 Haval Jolion Lux Hybrid $36,990 HAVAL JOLION ULTRA HYBRID: $40,990 NOTE: These prices are drive-away. SPECIFICATIONS: ENGINE: CAPACITY: 1.497 litres CONFIGURATION: Four cylinders inline COMBINED MAXIMUM POWER: 130 kW COMBINED MAXIMUM TORQUE: 270 Nm FUEL TYPE: Regular unleaded petrol COMBINED FUEL CYCLE (ADR 81/02): 7.5 L/100km DRIVELINE: Seven-speed dual clutch automatic, frontwheel drive STANDARD WARRANTY: Seven years / unlimited kilometres

not careful. On the other hand, new push-button climate control switches on the centre dash have alleviated the previous faults with the touch controls, which were easy to catch accidentally while resting the palm when working the touch screen.

SUMMARY While the price of the Haval Jolion S is $3000 up on the past petrol flagship, the Ultra, there is more in the newbie’s performance and packaging to more than justify the financial jump.

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Attention Food Vendors! Time is running out - submissions close 21 October. We are developing our New Years Eve event and need delicious food options. Following the success of last year, we are planning another giant celebration at the Wangaratta Showgrounds for 6500+ people with live music, children’s entertainment, fireworks and of course food! We cannot say yes to everyone and will be prioritising locals where possible. The event runs from 6pm to midnight, with gates opening at 5:30pm. Applications close Saturday 21 October 2023. Apply now via our website.

Wangaratta Library on Saturday 21 October at 10.30am. Bookings are essential and can be made by contacting library staff on 5721 2366, by emailing library@wangaratta.vic.gov.au or, via Humanitix at https://events.humanitix.com/wangaratta-library

EOI Opportunity Residents, Community Members & Artists Cultural Symposium Residents of Alpine Shire, Indigo Shire and the Rural City of Wangaratta are invited to submit their interest to attend a half-day Cultural Symposium in Beechworth where they can contribute stories, thoughts and impressions of the region that may be incorporated into artistic installations along the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. This opportunity is not limited to artists and creatives, all locals are encouraged to apply to share their unique perspectives.

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Children’s Week Event

Become a citizen scientist and investigate how healthy your local waterways and wetlands are, simply by exploring and identifying the waterbugs they contain. Saturday, 21 October from 10am at the Mullinmur Wetland. Spots are limited, register through the Events page on our website.

Join us at our Children’s Week 2023 celebration! The Children’s Services Centre is hosting a free family event offering a variety of activities on Wednesday 25 October at Lion’s Park, Wangaratta. There will be fun and games to engage the senses, capture the imagination and encourage the creative expression of children and families.

Planning Applications

Tenders

Application No

PlnApp23/148

C42213 Provision of Pest Control Tender closes at 2pm, Friday 3rd November 2023

Location

Merriwa Park – 66 Ryley Street Wangaratta

Proposal

Removal of native vegetation

C42220 HVAC Services Maintenance Tender closes at 2pm, Friday 3rd November 2023

These applications can be viewed on Rural City of Wangaratta’s website under Development, Planning, Current Applications. Any person who may be affected by the granting of a permit may object or make a submission (must be in writing). For more information, please contact the Town Planning Unit on 03 5722 0888. Council will not decide these applications before 6th November 2023

C42223

Essential Services Inspections, Monitoring and Reporting Tender closes at 2pm, Friday 3rd November 2023 Further details may be obtained by visiting Councils website.

Positions vacant

Application No PlnApp23/138

Nominations for the Rural City of Wangaratta’s Australia Day Awards 2024 CLOSING SOON Nominate a citizen, young citizen, community event or project that has inspired you over the last year. Jump on our website or contact our customer service center to submit your nomination. Nominations close at 4pm, Friday 3 November 2023.

Location

Tarrawingee Rec Reserve Nolan Lane Tarrawingee

Proposal

Buildings and works for the construction of a telecommunications facility

These applications can be viewed on Rural City of Wangaratta’s website under Development, Planning, Current Applications. Any person who may be affected by the granting of a permit may object or make a submission (must be in writing). For more information, please contact the Town Planning Unit on 03 5722 0888. Council will not decide these applications before 7th November 2023

Maintenance Worker Accountant Child Care Educator Level 3 Technical Services Coordinator Payroll Officer Aquatic Education Instructor - Schools Group Fitness Instructor Lifeguard PAC Theatre Technician Supervisor - Front of House For further information on these positions please visit https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/ Careers.

Contact your Councillors

Dean Rees

Harry Bussell

Ashlee Fitzpatrick

David Fuller

Irene Grant

Harvey Benton

Jack Herry

Mayor 0429 623 141

Deputy Mayor 0429 475 863

City Ward 0448 384 600

City Ward 0429 545 907

Warby Ward 0428 189 249

North Ward 0429 542 928

City Ward 0400 669 615

d.rees@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

h.bussell@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

a.fitzpatrick@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

d.fuller@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

i.grant@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

h.benton@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

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

j.herry@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

wangaratta.vic.gov.au

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Chronicle Classifieds 2pm business day prior to print North East Jobs 3pm Friday

SELLING A CAR

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WANGARATTA’S MARKET PLACE WITH OVER 40,000 READERS EACH WEEK IN PRINT AND ONLINE PUBLIC NOTICES CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION (CPE) A unit of CPE, which is supervised training for Pastoral and Spiritual Care, will be available in Wangaratta in first semester (February – June) 2024. For further information, contact Dan Murphy at dan.murphy1949@gmail.com or on 0408 841 997.

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Wangaratta West Primary School

SCHOOL CLEANING CONTRACT TENDER Tenders are invited from cleaning contractors to clean Wangaratta West Primary School, commencing Monday 29th January 2024 for three years (ending 26th January 2027). Cleaners must attend a compulsory site inspection on at Wednesday 8th November at 4pm. Contract documents will be provided at the site visit. Please register your intention to attend site inspection by emailing the Business Manager, Tania Pool at tania.pool@education.vic.gov.au. Please submit tenders in a sealed envelope by 4pm on Friday 24th November to: Kristy Mullins Re: Cleaning Contract Tender Wangaratta West Primary School PO Box 169 Wangaratta 3676.

RSVP: info@wlsi.org.au by 13/11/23

FRIENDS OF THE WANGARATTA ART GALLERY INCORPORATED The annual general meeting will be held in the Art Gallery at 5:30pm, Tuesday, November 21, 2023. Guest speaker at 5:30pm. Jamie Kronborg Journalist, writer, photographer and arts community leader. Members and Arts Community are requested to attend. Andy Kimber, Secretary. 0439 209 749 OAK FM 101.3 annual general meeting will be held at the office in Murdoch Road at 11.30am on November 11, 2023, the meeting will be followed by a BBQ lunch, all welcome.

Notice is hereby given that the

Annual General Meeting

of the Da Vinci Social Club Inc will be held at the Club, 55 Pyles Lane, Laceby on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 2pm.

Credit Card &Eftpos facilities Why not charge your advertisement to Mastercard or Visa?

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CONCRETING - Big or small jobs. Paths, driveways, shed slabs, verandahs. 15 years experience. For a free q u o t e p h o n e Tr e v Anderson on 0422 200 761.

Administration Assistant Community Care Centre

Part Time, Permanent Contract 48 hours per fortnight

Part Time, Permanent Contracts 64 hours per fortnight

For further details and employment opportunities visit

northeasthealth.org.au/careers

DOG TRAINER, Frank Vickers, behavioural solutions, 0418 314 610. MARK’S Grass, reliable, professional and efficient, I am cheap, ask my family. Call Mark 0439 616 805. PAINTER, old school, for all your painting needs, commercial, industrial renovations. Phone Julian 0412 597 482.

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Environmental Programs Officer An exciting role at Beechworth Correctional Centre (Corrections Victoria), a minimum-security prison for men, is currently available. The Prison has a strong focus on preparing offenders for their release back into the community, by engaging offenders in the prison industry, recycling, and environmental areas. This organisation works in collaboration with program areas and communities to deliver services that are efficient, effective, and integrated. This opportunity will see you joining a dynamic, friendly, and supportive team where you are responsible for the efficient delivery of the environmental strategy and assist in the supervision of various programs and environmental projects. The position will work with the community, and stakeholders and provide prisoners with an opportunity to acquire skills and knowledge that can be utilised post-release in relation to environmental management. About You To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong passion with your environmental strategy skills and as our ideal candidate you will possess: t

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MECHANICAL and earthmoving repairs. Pre-season repairs and servicing, breakdowns and call-outs on Ag and earthmoving equipment, dam cleaning, boundary prep and drainage. Phone Tenny 0400 232 760

PLANTS and trees all $2, 3 trailers, 2 dismantled fernerys, 2 small sheds, lots of tolls, all has to go, 2 Lucas Street, Wangaratta, SLASHING large or Phone 0484 297 122. small blocks, reliable service, will travel North East area, phone Ned 0407 516 221. classifieds@nemedia.com.au

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To Visit Visited 4 1 T h o m a s We d g e Drive, Saturday October 21, 2023, 9am - 12pm, PAINTER. Ovens and power tools, hand tools, King Painting Service, prints and more items. trade qualified, over 25 years experience, Interior/exteriors, R R for free quote phone To Visit Visited Cherime Demaj 0422 G A R A G E a n d 778 257 or 5721 5482. household sale, S a t u r d a y, O c t o b e r TILING, wall/floor, 21, 8am start, garden, bathrooms, renovations. household and decor, Phone Claude 0435 945 collectables, glassware, 513. lots of stuff. 16 Thurles Avenue, Wangaratta.

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FARMING SUPPORT OFFICER

to join our Wangaratta team! With a passion for farming and sustainability, this role supports the ongoing success of our farming and irrigation practices. This is a limited tenure role (8 months). For further details and apply for the role, please refer to our website: newater.com.au/vacancies Applications close: Sunday, October 29, 2023. For enquiries, please contact Simon Palframan on 0428 590 908.

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EMPLOYMENT

Education Manager

CATHEDRAL COLLEGE WANGARATTA

A school of the Anglican Schools Commission (Inc.) Exceptional educators are invited to apply for the following position for 2024:

Secondary/VCE Science Teacher This position is ongoing and commences in Term One, 2024. Please refer to our website for more information, or contact Amanda Pigram, Executive Assistant to the Principal on 57 222 144. Applications are to be forwarded to The Principal, Mr Nick Jones, at principal@cathedralcollege.vic.edu.au by 9.00am, Friday October 27, 2023 Cathedral College Wangaratta is a Child Safe School and an Equal Opportunity Employer

EMPLOYMENT

Are you a passionate leader with a knack for empowering others? Do you have a strong commitment to driving educational excellence? Look no further! NERPSA is seeking an exceptional Education Manager to collaboratively shape the pedagogical future of our child safe organization. As Education Manager, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of lifelong learning within NERPSA. Your strong leadership skills, creativity, and friendly character will empower and support our excellent Early Childhood Teachers and Educators to continually learn, develop, and deliver exceptional educational experiences. Join our dynamic team at NERPSA and be part of an organization that is shaping the future of early childhood education. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and ample opportunities for professional growth. ¹ū ǛŠē ūƭƥ ŞūƑĚ ĿŠIJūƑŞîƥĿūŠ îŠē DŽĿĚDž ƥĺĚ detailed position description, please visit ūƭƑ DžĚċƙĿƥĚ îƥɉwww.nerpsa.com.au. To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your experience driving educational excellence, a brief response to all Key Selection Criteria, and three professional references to hr@nerpsa.com.au.

Closing 5pm, November 10, 2023.

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How to apply WůĞĂƐĞ ƐĞŶĚ ĐŽǀĞƌ ůĞƩĞƌ ĂŶĚ ƌĞƐƵŵĞ to jason@rapidhosesystems.com.au

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EMPLOYMENT

Early Childhood Teachers

Are you a dedicated and passionate Early ĺĿŕēĺūūē ¹ĚîČĺĚƑ ƙĚĚŒĿŠij î IJƭŕǛŕŕĿŠij career opportunity? Look no further! NERPSA is currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team of Early Childhood Teachers in 2024. ØĚ ūIJIJĚƑ ǜĚNJĿċŕĚ ĺūƭƑƙ ƥū îČČūŞŞūēîƥĚ NjūƭƑ DžūƑŒȹŕĿIJĚ ċîŕîŠČĚȫ ƎîĿē ƎƑūIJĚƙƙĿūŠîŕ development opportunities aligned with NjūƭƑ ČîƑĚĚƑ ijūîŕƙȫ îČČĚƙƙ ƥū ūƭƑ /ŞƎŕūNjĚĚ Assistance Program for personal and ƎƑūIJĚƙƙĿūŠîŕ ƙƭƎƎūƑƥȫ îċūDŽĚ îDžîƑē DžîijĚ ČūŞƎĚŠƙîƥĿūŠȫ îŠē ŞƭČĺ ŞūƑĚȣ ¹ū ǛŠē ūƭƥ ŞūƑĚ ĿŠIJūƑŞîƥĿūŠ îŠē DŽĿĚDž ƥĺĚ detailed position description, please visit ūƭƑ DžĚċƙĿƥĚ îƥɉwww.nerpsa.com.au. ¹ū îƎƎŕNjȡ ƎŕĚîƙĚ ƙƭċŞĿƥ NjūƭƑ ƑĚƙƭŞĚȡ a cover letter detailing your teaching ĚNJƎĚƑĿĚŠČĚȡ î ċƑĿĚIJ ƑĚƙƎūŠƙĚ ƥū îŕŕ eĚNj Selection Criteria, and three professional references to hr@nerpsa.com.au. cūĿŠ ūƭƑ ƥĚîŞ îƥ s/¤¡¬ îŠē ĚŞċîƑŒ ūŠ a rewarding journey, shaping the future of our young learners and sharing our commitment to child safety!

Closing 5pm, November 10, 2023.

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Marian College Myrtleford Deputy Principal: Learning and Teaching Commencing January 2024 Marian College is a co-educational Year 7-12 Catholic Secondary College located in Myrtleford. The College serves the Ovens and Alpine Valley regions of North East Victoria and surrounding areas. Marian College provides excellent learning opportunities for students in years 7 to 12, with a focus on contemporary teaching practice and student engagement meeting the needs of a range of learners with diverse educational pathways. Student population 180. Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd is seeking an experienced and committed educational leader to join the Marian College Leadership Team. You will be an outstanding educator with excellent organisational and communication skills. You will work collaboratively and reflectively in teams to implement high quality, evidence based pedagogical practice to drive improved student outcomes. Application package and position descriptions are available from https://www.mcm.vic.edu.au/employment or phone (03) 5752 1596 Applications to be emailed to recruitment@mcm.vic.edu.au. Applications close 12 noon, Monday October 30, 2023. CES Limited embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

Food and Domestic Assistants Permanent Part Time – 0.70 EFT Contract Permanent Part Time – 0.80 EFT Contract

Qualified Cook Casual Contract For further information please contact Belinda Achammer, Essential Dining Experience Supervisor-(03)5728 0273

Allied Health Assistant – (Primary Health) Permanent Part Time – 0.20 EFT (minimum) For further information please contact Louine Robinson, Primary Health Team Leader-(03)5728 0312

District Nurse (Level 2) Casual Contract available

Endorsed Enrolled Nurses (Level 2)

RAMS Further details Hill View Poll Dorset and White Suffolk Chiltern 0437 490 738 $800 - $1200 Breeding rams since 1994

FOR SALE Male Jack Russell puppy, 9 weeks old, $800. Vet checked, vaccinated and microchipped. (991003002428011)

Source ID: 124078 Looking for his forever home. Phone Adam 0419 105 557.

Permanent Part Time Contracts available

Registered Nurses Casual Contracts available For further information please contact Angela Clement, Director Clinical Services-(03)5728 0316 Closing Dates: 01/11/2023 Application instructions can be found on our website As we are an Aged Care Facility, the COVID 19 vaccinations and booster vaccination is mandatory for all staff. A copy of your covid19 vaccination status is required upon application. All staff who work in our residential aged care units also require a current NDIS check

8 Goslings, 5 weeks old, ready for sale, $240 the lot or $40 each. Call John 0438 050 475 at Harrietville. ROUGH coat Jack Russell, 1 female, vet checked, source no. 187746, m/chip no. 956000013053 230, ready to go. Ph 0400 257 317.

To apply and for full details on the positions, please log on to: www.beechworthhealthservice.com.au

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 (AKN936), under 25,000kms, auto, AWD, light grey leather interior, immaculate condition, $42,900, ph 0408 009 535.

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FORD Ranger 2018 (1MO2YK), cc tray, 126,000km, reg to Sept 2024, toolbox, nudge bar and side steps, $24,000 ono, ph 0412 252 314. FORD Ranger 2017 XLT 4x4 (IKC7SE), 12 months reg, 125k klms, senior lady owner, alloy bulbar, tub lid, 3.2 ltr, $38,750, ph 0461 596 819. OLD cars wanted, cars removed. Ph 0435 083 115.

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VCE students celebrate before exams

By SIMONE KERWIN

VCE students across Wangaratta have been in celebration mode over the past week, marking the end of their secondary school classes before they embark on final exams. Galen Catholic College year 12 students had a sneak peek at the school’s new stadium on Friday, October 13, with their final assembly held in the venue (which is expected to be officially opened soon). The cohort also took part in a graduation ceremony the following Monday. At Wangaratta High School, VCE students started their final week by dressing as something starting with

the first letter of their names, then were able to alter their uniforms on the Tuesday, before returning to school for a breakfast cooked by teachers on Wednesday. Cathedral College Wangaratta students took part in a final chapel service and valedictory ceremony, followed by a celebration day on Tuesday including a breakfast, whole school farewell assembly and then a graduation dinner. Celebrations also included dress-ups. While performance and language exams have been held, many students will have their first exam on Tuesday morning when English is on the agenda. The exam timetable continues until mid-November.

TIME FOR FAREWELL: Cathedral College captains Scarlett Simpson and Thomas Clayton during their cohort’s final celebrations.

RECALLING HISTORY: Issy Patterson (iceberg) and Tully Dwyer (Titanic) dressed up for Wangaratta High School’s year 12 celebrations.

CELEBRATION: Galen students Tori Sampson, Lauren McInnes, Sophie Paton, Ruby Rigoni, Alex McInnes and Amelie Doyle at their graduation.

CLASSIC PAIRING: Ralph Lampa (Romeo) and Jordan Gosbell (Juliet) joined the fun at Wangaratta High School.

GOING BANANAS: Nicholas Patternotte, Jai Graham and Harrison Hewitt dressed up for Cathedral College’s celebrations.

SUN SETTING ON SCHOOL DAYS: James Papakostas, Cameron Budic, Ben Harris, Amy Kurjan, Jake McCully, Austin Harris and Hayden Cole celebrate their graduation from Galen College.

SMILES ALL ROUND: Kayla Essex, Krissy Rees, Georgie McLaughlin, Maya Hartvigsen, Olivia Plummer, Tahli Gibson, Abigail Cook, Bailey Woodward and Amelia Davidson at the Galen College year 12 graduation.

GALAXY DEFENDERS: Cathedral College’s April Shimura, Scarlett Simpson, Thomas Briggs, Erin Forbes and Oliver Neil did their best Men In Black impersonations.

WE GO TOGETHER: Wangaratta High School students Breeanna Keys (Barbie), Kelly Winter (Ken), Brodie Garratt (bread) and Breanna Finger (beans) joined those dressing as something starting with the first letter of their names.

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WANGARATTA Chronicle photographer Melissa Beattie made her way down to Wangaratta Bowls and Sports Club on Saturday to capture some sports action. Photographs can be purchased at the Chronicle. CHRIS RANDELL

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Local golf club’s magical 13th hole

The 13th hole at Wangaratta Golf Club has been the scene of much jubilation over the last three Saturdays, with a different player each week scoring a hole-in-one at this point on the course. Denis Hill kicked off the trilogy on September 30, followed by Kurt Schubert on October 7, and then Brannan Duffy on October 14. Who will it be tomorrow?

ONE: Denis Hill after a hole-in-one on the 13th.

TWO: Kurt Schubert celebrates.

THREE: Brannan Duffy collects his ball.

SPORT JUBILEE GOLF CLUB Saturday, October 14 Stroke Pairs Championship Aggregate Stroke Scratch Winners: Leeanne Carmody and Wayne Hibberson 90-86-176. Nett Winners: Ange Mitchell and Steve Fisher 7672-148. Ball Winners: Jackie and Bill O’Brien 7 4 - 7 7 151, Leeanne Carmody and Wayne Hibberson 78-74-152. NTP: 4th Di Murphy, 8th Kellie Roberts, 13th Jackie O’Brien, 17th Jackie O’Brien. Saturday, October 14 Stroke A Grade Winner: Darren Jones 72 B Grade Winner: Jim Moore 72 C Grade Winner: Mark Dean 71. D Grade Winner: Ian Wiedemann 70. Ball Winners: Trevor Gunn (2) 72, Andy Charles 73, Gary Walder 73, John Fitzgerald 73, Pat Ernst 74, Peter Geldens 74, Nat Hirunwiwat 74, Matt Walker 74, Josh Ormand 75, Brian Thomas 75, Martin Van Rhee 75 Super Nine Club Shirt: Ben Honeychurch 25. Aroma Deli: Ian Wiedemann 22. 2 Balls: John Fitzgerald 21. NTP: 4th Nat Hirunwiwat, 8th Robert Voss, 13th Matt Walker, 17th Mick Reidy. Sunday, October 15 Winner: Wayne Hibberson 41. Ball Winners: Matt Walker (2) 39, Phillip Densten 36, Kevin Hill 34 NTP: 4th Glenn O’Connell, 8th Adrian Speziale, 13th Matthew Pane, 17th Michael Cordier. Tuesday, October 17 Stableford and 9 Hole Stableford Winner: Linda Stone 35. Ball Winners: Lee Freeland 34. 9 Hole Winner: Marilyn Pane 17. Ball Winners: Bruna McDonald 13. NTP: 4th Ros White, 8th Lee Freeland, 13th Josie Fitzsimons, 17th Di Murphy. Wednesday, October 18 Stableford A Grade Winner: Shane

Andrewartha 42. B Grade Winner: Dave Richards 40. C Grade Winner: Michael Baillie 36. Ball Winners: Ken Beitzel (2) 38, Mark Hall 38, Mike Monro 37, Glenn O’Connell 37, Joe Marjanovic 37, Ian Mills 36, Steve FIsher 35, Eon Scott 35, Nigel Cooper 35, John Batchelor 34. NTP: 4th Joe Marjanovic, 8th Ian Mills, 13th Ian Mills, 17th Steve Fisher. Wednesday, October 18 9 Hole Stableford A Grade Winner: Gary Dinsdale 17. Runner Up: Hamish Lewis 17. 3rd: Alan White 17. B Grade Winner: Mark Dean 17. Runner Up: Kevin Elliott 17. 3rd: Tony Kosch 17. NTP: 13th Kevin Elliott .

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October 10 Women’s 9 & 18 Hole Stableford 9 Hole Winner: Rosemary Webb 16 Points 18 Hole Winner: Di Phillips 36 Points 18 Hole Runner Up: Karen Smith 33 Points October 11 Men’s 9 & 18 Hole Stableford 9 Hole Winner: Arthur Ingarfield 18 Points. 9 Hole Runner Up: John Millman 17 Points. 18 Hole Winner: Matt Nicolosi 37 Points. 18 Hole Runner Up: Roy Methven 35 Points. NTP: 4th Bobby Hutchieson, 9th Trevor Clark, 11th Maurie Braden, 13th Glenn Burns. October 12 Women’s 9 Hole Stableford Winner: Maggie Ray 17 Points. NTP: 9th Di Phillips, 11th Maggie Ray. Men’s Competition: 18 Hole Monthly Medal - Stroke October 14 A Grade Winner: Russell Wallace 68 Nett. A Grade Runner Up: Brannan Duffy 69 Nett. 3rd Place: Martin Anania 70 C/B Nett. B Grade Winner: Phillip

Moss 65 Nett. B Grade Runner Up: Craig Donoghue 69 Nett. 3rd Place: Ray Hutton 70 Nett. Ball Winners: Trevor Cooper, Glen Seymour, Matt Ring, Greg Sullivan, Matt Nicolosi, Arthur Ingarfield, Arnold Sparks, Hayden Johnston, Alastair McLean, Bill Dodd, Denis Hill, Matt Fischer. NTP: 4th Glen Seymour, 7th Ethan Bell, 9th Ray Hutton, 11th Chris Martens, 13th Brannan Duffy (HOLE IN ONE), 16th Jason McCoy. Secret 6: Russell Wallace. Birdie: Ethan Bell, Matt Fischer, Craig Donoghue. Eagles: Brannan Duffy. Hole in One on the 13th: Brannan Duffy. Raffle Winner: Jarred Clark. Medley Stableford: 9 & 18 Hole Competition October 15 2023 18 Hole Winner: Glenn Burns 29 Points. 18 Hole Runner Up: Brannan Duffy 27 Points.

TARRA GOLF CLUB Tarrawingee Golf Club Results Saturday, October 14 The men and ladies members played for the Bill and Mary McCormack memorial trophies at the weekend with the men’s section being decided by a three way countback with the winner being Pete Nolan from Lindsay Steer and Ken Miller all with 34pts. The ladies section was won by Andrea Simmons with 28 pts and the runner up was Fay Phillips with 20 pts. The only nearest the pin was Peter Scoullar on the 4th. The annual tournament will be held on Saturday, October 21 being a mixed Pinehurst and stableford; for those men without a partner 11:00am roll up for an 11:30am start. Sunday, October 22 will be a 18 hole stroke event, A, B. and C grades if numbers permit. 9:15am for a 10:00am start. Post entries accepted or call on 0428122590 or 0415834032 to enter.

All welcome. New members are always welcome at the Tarrawingee Golf Club, the joining fee is $100 the contact number is 0428122590 or by contacting a member of the club. Ladies golf On Tuesday, October 17, Tarra Ladies played the October Monthly Medal. The winner Lynn Barrow. The Stroke event winner was Di McLaughlin. NTP on the second was Carole O’Sullivan and on the fourth was Di McLaughlin. The least putts competition was won by Beat Allan.

CROQUET Results for Monday, October 16 are as follows: Christine Ireland and Nathan Reynolds d Susan Fischer and Margaret Bennett 7/4, Janet Kelly d Cheryle Beckley 7/1. Also, on Monday we had several people attend our Come and Try Croquet day in conjunction with the Victorian Seniors Festival. On Wednesday evening, playing Advantage Handicap Singles, Terry Wilson defeated Cheryle Beckley by one hoop. He was then beaten by three hoops by Joan Dyson. Last Thursday we held a Social Day with 32 players from Yarrawonga, Benalla, Wodonga, Howlong, Beechworth and Mooroopna attending. The day was overcast with passing showers, however, everyone seemed to enjoy themselves despite the conditions. Overall winner was Wendy Wiltshire from Yarrawonga with four wins and 18 nett hoops. Runner-up was Tony Daniel from Howlong with four wins and 16 nett hoops. Jump Shot winner was Joyce Torpy from Yarrawonga with three jump shots and Hoop in One winner was Leah Venville from Wodonga. Playing days are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday commencing at 9am and Wednesday at 6pm. Visitors are welcome to come down and enjoy some games with our members. Please arrive 15 minutes

early to allow for the draw to be done. Late arrivals will be included in the next game. The club is located at 46 Ryan Avenue, Wangaratta. For further information please contact president Susan Fischer on 0417217009 or secretary Terry Wilson on 0417326739.

WAREENA PARK BOWLS

This week saw Wareena Park play their first match of the 2023/24 season at home to Corowa RSL. Corowa RSL are always a tough competitor and we knew we would have to play well to beat them. Wareena Park welcomed two new players to the pennant team in Ivan Shortis and Gizella Tahin. Rink one skippered by Alice Dobson played well and lead with three ends to go but eventually lost by two shots. Her team of Giz, Val and Betty were unlucky to lose. Neil Reid’s team of Gerda, Rosemary and Barry tried hard but were no match for their opponents and went down 22-8. The feel good story of the round was Walter Bret’s team of Jenni, Ivan and Lola who trailed all day but surged over the final ends to run out winners 27-19. Corowa RSL won overall by seven shots, 61-54. “Although we lost we were encouraged by our efforts and look forward to our away game next week against Wodonga,” Reid said. Prior to commencement of play Gerda gave a brief and moving eulogy for president Allan Allan who passed away after conclusion of previous season. This was followed by a minute’s silence.

WARBY WALKERS Saturday, October 7 Greta History Walk There were 15 enthusiastic participants who took off from the front of the former Greta Primary School on a mostly level walk but with occasional views of the Warbys and the Alps on higher ground. We followed mainly

sealed roads plus some gravel tracks, exploring the area and guided by Adrian Younger who was a gold mine of interesting information. We visited the site of the former Greta police station but most time was spent at the Greta cemetery where Adrian pointed out significant graves and told us stories about some of the deceased. Lunch was enjoyed in the rear yard of the old Greta School and then later afternoon tea took place at the rotunda at the cemetery. Coming Events Sunday, October 22 Bowser to Boorhaman, John, 0417 391 044 A near level medium walk of approx 14km, following alongside the Peechelba – Wangaratta Rail Line Bushland Reserve from Bowser to Boorhaman. Walking on gravel roads and bushland. After the walk visits can be made to the North Wangaratta and area Open Gardens which have been, organised by Friends of Lacluta (East Timor support group). Saturday, November 4 Horseshoe Gap Loop Walk, Lesley, 0439 776 687 A pleasant medium loop walk of approximately 15km beginning at the Everton store. Walking on country roads, and partly on the rail trail, and a walking track between farms. The terrain is undulating, and there are great views of the surrounding farmlands from Horseshoe Gap. Tuesday, November 7 Mt Glenrowan to Morrisons winery, Andy, 0439 209 749 An easy to medium walk of approx 7km to Mt Glenrowan along gravel road, and bush track, and then descending off track along the ridge to Morrisons winery for afternoon tea, and celebrating the ‘Cup’ with shared afternoon tea, wine, cupcakes and of course don’t forget your ‘Cup Day’ hat. Non walking Club members can join the walkers at the winery at about 2pm when the descent from Mt Glenrowan is completed and the cup will be run at 3pm.

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Action packed night at local Speedway By DEAN THOMPSON ON Saturday night, Wangaratta Speedway put on a terrific season opening night of racing. Winners included Hayden Glare in round one of the Wangaratta Street Stock series, Darren Forrest in round one of the Unlimited Sedan state series, Wangaratta members Zach Erickson in national Junior Sedans, Sarah Meakins in Ladies Sports Sedans, and Warrick Howie in Standard Saloons, plus Anthony Knight in Sports Sedans. Speedway Sedan’s Australia Street Stock competitors were competing in the first round of five in the Wangaratta Street Stock series and the start was promising for local competitor Shane Roycroft who won the first heat of the night ahead of a tight tussle behind for minor placings. In the final qualify it was a close finish, Hayden Glare defeated Roycroft who was soon to discover that a valve was broken in his engine to end his night without starting the feature. In the Street Stock final, the initial laps of the race saw the lead change between Glare and Meakins and back again as Meakins pulled infield with mechanical concerns leaving Leigh Gooding and Tim Hutchinson chasing the leader Glare. Hutchinson moved into second with Brooks pressuring Gooding for the third spot. A change of race direction with five laps to go only encouraged Glare to go harder and he finished

with a three second margin back to Hutchinson, Gooding, Brooks, and Nathan Fawns. Victorian Speedway Council Unlimited Sedans were at Wangaratta for round one of their statewide ‘Lucky 7s’ series with competitors from Horsham, Wagga Wagga, and Gippsland making the trek into town. Horsham’s Danny Smith took victory in a close finish as Trent Susol chased him down in the later stages. Susol set the fastest one lap time all night of 16.795, Smith held on to a half a second margin at the close of heat one. Darren Forrest went on to win from Farley and Smith after the res-start before winning again in heat three. Speedway Sedan’s Australia Junior competitors were also entertaining with children aged 10 to 16 in competition. Wangaratta were represented by Zack and Allie Erickson and Zack proved to be a standout as the night wore on. Visiting competitor River Paterson won the first heat race and the second before Will Fallon secured a win in the third heat race after Judd Bowers had a huge crash going upside down in his debut race meeting, while Zack Erickson was the highest placed New Star ranked racer in all three. Drama in the feature event on lap five for Patterson came when he was penalised to the rear of the field for contact with Allie Erickson as he tried to pass her. Allie Erickson hit the windrow

on the pole line soon after causing a caution as her car spun around facing traffic and sat stranded. At the next start Patterson was deemed to have passed cars before the starting cone and subsequently was sent to the rear of the field in the Top Stars class. Fallon had the race lead briefly before James Peacock assumed the lead with Zach Erickson and Axel Robinson challenging him. Erickson moved into the race lead with two more laps to go and went on to a popular win. Erickson in New Stars defeated Axel Robinson, Jaylen Knight, Brad Marshall, and Cruz Paterson whilst Peacock who finished second at the line was winner of the Top Stars ahead of Fallon and River Paterson. Warrick Howie from Chiltern another Wangaratta member took victory in the Standard Saloon class after some hard-fought battles during the heat racing. Sports Sedans competed with the Open category and the Ladies category seeing a handful of the Ladies taking advantage and racing in both. In the first heat of the Open Category Felicity Roycroft claimed the win. Anthony Knight from the Corowa club took the win, while Dennis Reid was entertaining in second place hiking his car up on three wheels through turns three and four. In the final heat Josh Beattie and Knight came together in the middle of turns three and four and a re-start was required. Garry Gapes led until lap four

when Beattie made a pass into the lead and went onto win from Knight and Riley Balins a senior class rookie. In the feature event Knight was leading Beattie and Balins up until lap six when Roycroft passed Balins into third place. Roycroft put pressure on Knight for the victory with Knight defeating Roycroft, Reid, Balins and Gapes to end the feature event. Ladies Sports Sedan competition turned into a battle between Felicity Roycroft and Sarah Meakins A tangle early in heat one between Roycroft and Bianca Ballantyne didn’t change positions for a re-start, however, soon after Ballantyne parked her car with a flat tyre while, Roycroft went on to win. Meakins secured victory in heat two while she was leading in the third heat before getting loose in turn four almost connecting with Roycroft in second spot who then claimed a second heat win. Meakins and Roycroft, both Wangaratta members, lined up on the front row in the final and Roycroft won the fight to lead lap one. Meakins took command of the field on lap two with Roycroft snatching the lead on lap nine once again, only to give it up the next lap around. At the finish line with a margin of just .188 of a second Meakins secured the win in front of Roycroft, Jaimi Barber, Ballantyne and Cobie McGraw.

HAPPY WHEELERS: Eli Fitzgerald, Arthur Howe, Ben Fitzgerald, Toby Fitzgerald and Stella Reid are all the more comfortable on the their bikes after attending the first AusBike session.

AusBike sets cyclists off on the right track THE first group of riders in the Wangaratta Cycling Club’s AusBike program took to the track at the showgrounds on Monday night. Similar to Auswim or Auskick for their respective sports, the AusBike program is designed to teach children aged 5 -12 the basic skills to be able to ride a bike

safely and to get kids back on their bikes. AusBike caters for kids with all levels of bike riding experience whether they’re just off training wheels, or more confident riders. They’ll learn about road safety, build essential life skills, and have a whole lot of fun. On day one of the eight week

program the cyclists learnt about correct helmet fitting, tyre pressure, checking brakes, starting off in a power position, braking, cornering and other cycling skills. There is still room for late enrolments in the program if any parents are considering the course for their children.

Wangaratta Cycling Club will also be conducting mountain bike skills sessions and come and try days at the showgrounds velodrome. Anyone interested in these programs can contact Paul Somerville on 0490 842 295, email ausbike@auscycling.org. au or visit AusBike website.

TRACK STARS: Oxley PS students (back row) Lonnie Johnson and Isabella Boulton, (front) Harriet Day and Summer Fenn have qualified for the state primary school championships.

Oxley proves home of budding track stars By SHANE DOUTHIE

OXLEY Primary School may be a rural school with only 90 students, but they seem to have a few budding stars coming through the school. At the recent Regional Athletics Sports Carnival in Albury for Primary School students, the rural school had six students representing the Ovens and Mitta Division. Of these six students, four managed to qualify to represent the Hume Zone at the State Athletics Championships at the Lakeside Stadium at Albert Park on Wednesday November 1. All students who competed at the Athletics Sports in Albury said that was a wonderful experience and the competition was very tough. For Isabella Boulton, it is the second time that she has qualified to compete at the State Athletics Championships having competed in the 11-year girls 200m sprint in 2022. In 2023, Isabella has qualified to compete in the 100m and triple jump. At the Zone sports, she came first in the 100m and second in the triple jump. For Summer Fenn and Lonnie Johnson, it was the first time that they had competed at the Regional Athletics. Both students have shown excellence with the discus in 2023. Summer won through to the Regional Sports having finished first at the Zone Sports. She threw a personal best in Albury and finished first again. Lonnie who also threw a personal best in Albury, was leading the competition until the final round. At the completion of all the rounds, Lonnie finished second and was very excited to have qualified for a trip to Lakeside Stadium. Harriet Day won through to the State Championships in long jump. Harriet finished equal first in the 11-year-old girls event but was awarded second place on a count back. Due to COVID, this is the first time that Harriet has been able to compete at athletic sports. All four students are very excited about the trip to Melbourne, however, they admitted to being extremely nervous. The school is very proud to have four students representing it on the big stage at the State Athletics Championships.

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STRONG PERFORMANCE: Sharon Hahn came away with a third, fourth and fifth placing.

“Good day of racing” at harness club By WILLSON MACK AN October meeting at the Wangaratta Harness Club could continue to feature in the future. The daytime meeting reeled in around 600 spectators despite winterlike weather, with the crowd on deck to witness plenty of local success. South Wangaratta trainer Sharon Hahne finished the day with a third (Luverboy), fourth (Breyls Boots) and fifth placing (Olly Odd Pots), while Chiltern’s Peter Romero took out the second race of the day with Renway Reactor. Wagga Wagga’s Paul Kahlefeldt dominated race six, grabbing the trifecta in outstanding scenes as Glamour Fox, No More Promises and All So Sassy followed each other home. Wangaratta Harness Club secretary Bernadette Costantino said it was a great day. “It’s the first day meeting we’ve had in years,” Costantino said. “We were a bit worried about the weather but luckily it was okay, all things considered it was a good day. “Around 600 people were there for a good day of racing. “The only problem we had was one of the contracted medical teams were late so the first race was delayed by around 50 minutes.” Costantino is hopeful the club can continue to host an October meeting in future years. “October is usually a good time of year because the weather isn’t too hot, although it’s been a bit colder than usual this year,” she said. “We can then hold this meeting and have a bit of a break before our March cup day. “We had to run it throughout the day because if it was a twilight meeting we just wouldn’t get a crowd – if there isn’t a public holiday on the Monday we feel like we need to run it during the day. “We’ll look to keep an October meeting in the pipelines for the future but it’ll also depend on other programming.”

COMMITTED: Jacob Beattie will travel from Bendigo every weekend to play for Rovers United Bruck.

PHOTO: Mel Beattie

Beattie makes huge commitment to RUB

JACOB Beattie’s commitment to Rovers United Bruck is second to none. The two-time premiership player isn’t letting anything get in his way of claiming a third grand final win with his beloved Hawks, embarking on a five hour round trip, every weekend to try and help his club go back-toback-to-back. Beattie recently moved to Bendigo for work and to be closer to family but the batting all-rounder has decided to stick with the Hawks despite having to travel. “I moved on October 8 so I’ve only had the one week of travel so far,” Beattie said. “I had a few personal things going on last year and after a good discussion with Dad we decided that it was best for me to move to Bendigo to be closer to the family. “I grew up in Wangaratta so it was definitely a nerveracking decision to move to Bendigo because my life is in Wangaratta but I’m sure it

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will be a good change. “I’ve enjoyed being close to family and that’s a real positive for me.” Beattie travels to the Wangaratta region just for games, training with Bendigo and District Cricket Association outfit White Hills throughout the week. “I’m fortunate that White Hills Cricket Club is letting me train with them,” he said. “They play in the Bendigo and District competition which is a good level of cricket so I’ve really enjoyed facing their bowlers and bowling at people I’ve never played against. “When you face the same people every week at training you can sometimes know what’s coming so I think it’ll be good for my cricket training at White Hills.” Beattie said it was a no

I can’t thank the club enough for how supportive they’ve been over the last 12 months with everything that’s been going on in my life, I wouldn’t be travelling back if it wasn’t a good club. - JACOB BEATTIE brainer to stick with the Hawks this season. “The big thing is wanting to win a third premiership,” he said. “But when I spoke to the club about moving they were so supportive and when I moved to Rovers United Bruck a few years ago I instantly felt at home so I wanted to stay. “I’ve got a lot of love for the place so when I decided that I’d move to Bendigo it was a no brainer to stay at the club and travel back every week, I just enjoy the place so much. “I can’t thank the club

enough for how supportive they’ve been over the last 12 months with everything that’s been going on in my life, I wouldn’t be travelling back if it wasn’t a good club.” Beattie’s first weekend of travel resulted in a win as RUB downed Yarrawonga Mulwala at Stan Hargreaves Oval on Saturday with the all-rounder making 34 with the bat and taking 1/25 from five overs. “It was a long day of travel, I left at around 8am and got home at 9:45pm,” he said. “Going forward I’ll be looking at coming to Wangaratta on the Friday and hav-

ing a hit before playing on Saturday and then heading home on the Sunday. “I knew that there’d be a lot of travel involved and I’m okay with that, especially if we’re still playing late in March.” This weekend the Hawks take on Delatite at Mansfield. After a strong win against the Lakers, RUB will be looking to roll on, while Delatite kicked their season off last weekend with a loss to Benalla Bushrangers after their round one clash against Beechworth was abandoned. “Going into Delatite we’re focused on continuing to drive the standards that we aim for every weekend,” Beattie said. “We don’t read into other teams too much, we know our best cricket holds up so we’ll be looking to bring that. “I’m looking forward to seeing how ‘Matty’ Winter goes this weekend because he’s started the season really well with the ball.”

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Magpies and Wanderers to do battle in round three

Warriors battling through a tough condensed CBL season

By NATHAN de VRIES

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BOTH Wangaratta Magpies and Beechworth Wanderers will be looking to build some consistent form with bat and ball when they go head to head in their A grade clash this Saturday at Norm Minns Oval. The Magpies take to their home deck for the first time this year, and while their batting so far has seemingly covered the hole left by last year’s top batter Pranav Menon, there’s still room to improve. Skipper Jack Davies said the side was focussed on making consistent improvements in all aspects of their game. “I think there’s really good signs both ways, without being where we want to be at, and that’s a positive for us, something to strive for,” he said. “We know we’re good enough with a long way to go, so improvement across the season is going to be good for us. “Across the board, we’ve got enough talent there to make a competitive score, and if we’re on with the ball we’re going to be very hard to beat. “You’ve got to be on your game, we know the comp’s pretty even, so the more we can bat in partnerships and bowl in partnerships, the easier it will be for us.” Up against a largely unchanged Wanderers squad from last year, Davies said their bowlers had to knock over key Beechworth batters sooner rather than later. “Any time you’re bowling at the Surrey boys (Brenton and Kayde), you’re up for a

TWILIGHT TENNIS RETURNS: THE popular Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club mixed twilight competition commenced the week. This is the earliest it has ever started thanks to the use of the clubs light system. Players can still register to play if interested as fill-ins are always needed. Contact Steve or Sean via the club website. Pictured under lights are (from left) Frank Harris, Claire Fisk, Wendy Hogan, Lee Unwin, Jim Gales and SueAnne Stuart.

fight, they’re definitely the key for us,” he said. “They’ve obviously got some quality players, and over the last couple of years we’ve probably been 1-1 each year, so they’re definitely a side that we don’t take lightly. “We’re keen as – we’ve got the new rooms (at Norm Minns Oval) and the new set-up there so we’re ready to go. “We’re really excited to get in, make it our own and get back on our home deck.” Beechworth captain Brenton Surrey said the Magpies posed a solid opposition to his side in only their second match of the year. “It’ll be a good challenge, it’ll be on our bats to really get a competitive total,” he said. “If you get 160 against those guys, you’re doing really well and you give yourself a good chance, and it’ll be easier to defend. “The boundaries are a lot bigger at Norm Minns, and the ground’s not as quick. “The onus will be on the bats to bat well and give ourselves a chance. “Norm Minns Oval is a hell of a lot different as a ground, it’s not as quick, there’s a lot more vast space out and about. “It’s a different challenge, they were the side (to beat) up until the grand final, and their bowling line-up’s first class.” In other round three A grade matches, Ovens Valley United host Yarrawonga Mulwala, Benalla takes on City Colts at the Gardens Oval, and Rovers United Bruck head down to Mansfield to play Delatite.

ALL IN: Jack Davies will be hoping for a full-team effort at home against Beechworth. PHOTO: Janet Watt

IT’S been a physical and gruelling first fortnight of competition for the Wangaratta Warriors in their Country Basketball League season. The young Warriors have played two double-header rounds in successive weeks against bigger, tougher, and more physical foes, with another pair of hard matches across this weekend. Wangaratta takes on the Albury Cougars at the Lauren Jackson Sports Centre on Saturday from 7pm, before hosting Seymour Blasters on Sunday from 2pm. Coach Shane Wilson said his squad has stepped up to the challenge. “We’re the only team in the whole competition that’s playing doubleheaders every single week – a lot of teams will have single games, Myrtleford have only had one doubleheader,” he said. “It’s been tough getting a proper rehab session in. “We’re struggling to back it up, with being thrown around – we’ve either got really young or nearly retired, so it’s been really tough, but you get through it. “These boys are working tirelessly – we had a two-hour team meeting on Tuesday night, then a two-anda-half hour session on Wednesday night, focussing on our rebounding. “It’s coming together, which is good.” The Warriors face a true obstacle on Saturday against the Cougars, but the match-up may end suiting Wangaratta if they can play their natural game. “We’re very positive, we want to try and rattle a few people coming towards the end of our season, and stay positive, that’s the biggest thing,” Wilson said. “We’ve stayed with teams, the classy teams of Benalla, Shepparton, Myrtleford, we’ve stayed with them all. “We’ve either been running out of legs or just a higher IQ that we’re struggling with from the opposition that’s got us. “As long as we can stay involved, I think this Albury game can suit our style, they’re very athletic, very quick. “I think it could be another close one, like Myrtleford.” Wilson views the Seymour match as a danger one – the Blasters are a quality side but have yet to register a win, and are sure to come out swinging. “Seymour, you can never underestimate – they’ve got the size, they won 32 games straight, they’ve come off a 66-73 loss but we’re not going to take them lightly at all,” he said. “We have a big player coming back in for both games, Sam Maher, who we haven’t had, so that’s adding another piece to our team that’s going to lift us to a whole other level. “This could be the difference – instead of losing by 11 points, we could potentially get the win, or staying with the team and not getting blown out in that third quarter. “We’re getting another mature, senior player on the court to teach these young ones.” The Warriors take on Albury Cougars at the Lauren Jackson Sports Centre on Saturday from 7pm, and Seymour Blasters on Sunday from 2pm at the Wangaratta Indoor Sports and Aquatic Centre.

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Court queen’s honour

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WANGARATTA’S Michelle Hill has taken out the Most Outstanding 30+ Tennis Master award at the 2023 Victorian Tennis Awards, held at Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club on Tuesday night. The Victorian Tennis Awards, delivered by Tennis Victoria, align with the Australian Tennis Awards, and Victorian Tennis Award winners with a national category are now eligible to be nominated for the 2023 Newcombe Medal (the Australian Tennis Awards). It’s been a phenomenal year for Hill, with a bevy of domestic and international titles to her name. She won the 60s singles and doubles in Melbourne, Yarrawonga, Swan Hill (Aus-

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tralian Champion), Swinouijsci Ahlbeck, Prague and Sopot, and was singles and doubles runner up in Melbourne (Oceania) and Kalovy Vary. Hill was the Australian Mixed Doubles 60s Champion in Swan Hill, was the captain of the Australian Alice Marble Cup team, and reached world number two (singles) and number four (doubles) in her age group. All this while battling a chronic knee injury. Despite this, Hill said she never expected to re-

ceive the award. “I thought I had a reasonable chance, but when I saw the other nominees, they were pretty good too,” she said. “I’d had a very good year I’d won the Australian Championships, I’d won three tournaments over in Europe, and came runner up in the Oceania Championships, and I had enough points to be ranked number two in the world in my age group. “(The awards night) was very nice, it was at Kooyong so it was very up-market. “There was media there, Sam Groth was there – he grew up in Corowa and actually played tennis with my sons when they were little, and he presented

some of the awards. “It was run really well, it was good.” Hill said she wanted to thank her husband, her sister who got her back into tennis, and everyone who’s had a hit with her over the years. Hill’s triumph at a state level means she’s eligible to progress, with a panel of three judges determining the winner and two finalists across all states and territories for the Newcombe Medal at the Australian Tennis Awards in December. Finalists and unsuccessful nominees won’t be notified until Friday, November 10, so Hill will spend the wait time having a hit with her many playing partners across the region.

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