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Graffiti spree

A SPREE which saw swastikas and offensive language spray painted on cars and property in Wangaratta late last week has been slammed by a local MP.

Independent Indi MP

Helen Haines said the behaviour, which saw more than 15 instances of graffiti in the Murdoch Road and Mather Street areas early on Friday morning, was “unacceptable” particularly in the lead up to ANZAC Day.

Victoria introduced laws

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BY RYAN MALCOLM rmalcolm@ nemedia.com.au

criminalising the public display of the Nazi swastika late last year, which could see an offender face a maximum penalty of fines of around $22,000 or 12 months in prison, or both.

“I am disgusted by the shocking, hateful graffiti of Nazi symbols and slogans that took place in Wangaratta overnight,” she said.

“This behaviour and these attitudes are unacceptable, and have no place in our town and community.

“For this to take place in the days leading up to ANZAC Day, when we stop to remember those who fought

for us, and against the hatred that these symbols represent, is particularly disturbing.”

Photos published to Facebook by victims on Friday morning showed orange spray paint had been used on the side panels of a number of vehicles in the area, as well as used to cover the headlights of a number of vehicles.

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LT Col Andy McDonell is the new secretary of the Wangaratta RSL Sub–Branch, and will take over MC duties at Wangaratta’s ANZAC Day service from next year. Thousands of rural city residents are expected to attend services throughout the region tomorrow.

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PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Nazi symbols spray painted throughout community in lead up to ANZAC Day

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Local fences were also targeted as part of the spree, as were bins left out for collection overnight.

One of the locations plastered with a Nazi swastika was a nearby Greek Orthodox church.

Police confirmed on Friday they had identified a number of persons of interest, who were expected to be processed into the weekend.

Detective Senior Constable James Nelson said police believe the damage had been random in nature.

CCTV footage was alleged to have caught at least one offender travelling along Murdoch Road onto Kums Road, where similar graffiti was found, onto Bindall Avenue and then along Mather Street.

WEATHER

Dr Haines said the damage had gone against the rural city’s values.

“Wangaratta has been my home for 37 years and I love this town for its welcoming, generous attitude,” she said.

“This display of hate is completely against the values of our town.

“In Wangaratta we celebrate our diversity and I want to send a message to those in the community who are targeted in this graffiti - you are loved, you are welcome, you are valued.”

Residents took action to remove the graffiti throughout Friday.

DSC Nelson urged anyone impacted who had footage to contact Wangaratta Police Station on 5723 0888.

Life in military a true community connector

By SIMONE KERWIN

LIEUTENANT Colonel Andy McDonell knew while at school in his native Sydney that his future would be with the Army.

“There were always a couple of students at my school who joined the army each year, and they were good people – good leaders, and caring people – and I thought, I want to be like that,” he said.

Following a 22–year career in the Royal Regiment of Australian Artillery, which included deployment to East Timor in 2006 and Afghanistan in 2008, ‘10 and ‘12, Lt Col McDonell is proud he decided to follow that initial feeling, and proud of the contribution he’s made to Australia’s defence.

“I worked and mixed with people from all over Australia, people from different backgrounds, different states and territories, and it didn’t matter who you were, you were part of the team,” he said.

“Essentially, you’re working out the future capabilities that soldiers on the ground will receive, which was a very satisfying role,” he said.

In 2019, Lt Col McDonell undertook a capability management masters at the Capability and Technology Management College, and until late last year was based in Canberra working in the Land Explosive Ordnance Program, in capability acquisition of artillery, missiles and mortars.

He and Pam moved to Taminick in October, 2021 after scouting for locations for their future project – a wedding venue – which is currently in its first incarnation as a bed and breakfast offering.

“We have 180 degree views over the Strathbogies and Winton Wetlands, it’s a beautiful place,” he said.

While Lt Col McDonell commuted to Canberra until the end of last year, he is now enjoying long service leave and spending time with Lachie while seeking his next work challenge.

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Having relocated to the Rural City of Wangaratta 18 months ago with wife Pam and son Lachie (2) – and with a second child due later this year – Lt Col McDonnel has now taken the reins from Greg Larkins as Wangaratta RSL Sub–Branch secretary, and is relishing the opportunity for involvement in his new community.

“My wife and I both like the idea of community involvement, we like engaging with people, and for me, the most logical and natural way to become involved was through the RSL,” he said.

Encouraged by neighbour John Bailey, who has taken on the sub–branch’s vice–presidency, Lt Col McDonell found his place at the Templeton Street RSL base, and has been impressed by the level of volunteer effort – particularly amid preparations for ANZAC Day.

MAKING CONNECTIONS: Lt Col Andy McDonell believes occasions like ANZAC Day are an important chance to bring people together.

achieve a sense of community.

That feeling echoes the camaraderie Lt Col McDonell experienced in the Army, after graduating from Canberra’s Australian Defence Force Academy in 2003, and in 2004 from Royal Military College Duntroon into the Royal Regiment of Australian Artillery.

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He is looking forward to shadowing the outgoing secretary during tomorrow’s main Wangaratta service at the cenotaph, as next year he will take on the MC role at the ceremony that Mr Larkins has fulfilled during his 10–year stint.

As a veteran, Lt Col McDonell knows the importance of occasions like ANZAC Day as opportunities not only for the public to recognise those who have served the nation and those who have lost their lives doing so, but for veterans themselves to gather and

He was based in Sydney in 2005 before a four–month rapid deployment to Dili in East Timor in 2006 as part of Operation Astute, where he fulfilled the role of civil military cooperation officer.

In 2008, he was deployed to Afghanistan for six months as part of Operation Slipper as a forward observer and joint terminal attack controller; in 2010 as part of Operation Herrick he was deployed to Afghanistan with the British Army’s 4th Brigade; and in 2012 he was deployed again to Afghanistan as part of Operation Slipper, with the 3rd Battalion Battle Group.

Working at the interface between the military and the population in East Timor, and while in Afghanistan helping to coordinate artillery, mortar and air strikes both on the ground and in command posts, Lt Col McDonell said he enjoyed the wide–ranging experiences of deployment, and had good memories.

Following his deployments, he spent time in Newcastle, and was based in Darwin between 2013 and ‘16.

“I had the privilege of being there for four years as an artillery battery commander. I have a healthy respect for Darwin, but I did miss the southern states; NSW and Victoria are home,” he said.

In 2017, he moved to Canberra to work at Army Headquarters in the Combat Support Program, focusing on capability development and determining future resource needs.

He said he wouldn’t think of changing a thing about his work life to date, and would “100 per cent” encourage young people to consider a career in the military.

He is also looking forward to continuing to make an impact with the RSL, including encouraging younger veterans to join and find the connections they may be seeking post–military life.

“The RSL is for all veterans, and it can be a challenge to work out how to include new veterans, who may be at the stage where they are working and raising families, but for those veterans who need assistance, it can be an important connection,” he said.

“I appreciate seeing all the older folk come together – days like ANZAC Day are so important for them to build on those strong bonds they have developed over the decades.

“Likewise for younger veterans, having the opportunity to develop community and connect is vital. We’ve all lost people, whether during a tour or from suicide; I can’t believe the incidence of suicide and self–harm in veterans –the toll is really significant.

“So I think days like ANZAC Day are really important to bring people together.”

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling.

UNACCEPTABLE: Independent Indi MP Helen Haines slammed the vandalism, which she said went against the rural city’s values.

PHOTO: Jo Mich Butler

JOURNEY BACK IN TIME: Young friends Georgia Kelly and Will Clark were just two of the thousands of keen motor enthusiasts on Sunday roaming the Wangaratta Airport in the amazing display of vehicles at the fourth bi–annual Wangaratta Historic Motor Show and Fly In. The pair was particularly taken by this 1960s Dodge d100. Full story, photos in Wednesday‘s Chronicle.

PHOTO: Bailey Zimmermann

Light fixture sees CFA response

EMERGENCY crews were quick to respond to a blaze on Saturday night, after a bathroom light caught fire at a Tone Road address.

CFA crews were called to a residential property near the Newman Street intersection around 8pm, with firefighters identifying a structure fire.

A CFA spokesperson said two CFA crews worked to bring the incident under control, which had been caused by a light fixture which had caught fire.

The spokesperson said firefighters declared the scene safe after around 20 minutes.

City will remember on ANZAC Day

THE Wangaratta RSL SubBranch will conduct ANZAC Day services and a march in Wangaratta on Tuesday, April 25.

A dawn service will be conducted at the Wangaratta Cenotaph in Docker Street, on the corner of Ovens Street, at 6am.

Veterans, their families and members of the public are asked to start assembling at 5.45am, and the service will conclude at approximately 6.25am.

A gunfire breakfast will be provided to veterans and their families at the RSL in Templeton Street from 6.30am. Intermezzo Cafe, opposite the cenotaph will be open for light breakfasts, coffee and tea from 5.30am, for those who cannot attend the gunfire breakfast at the RSL.

Participants in the march will assemble on the footpath outside the King George V Gardens in Templeton Street at 10am. They will be called into their positions at 10.20am, and the march will step off at 10.40am. The march will proceed up Ovens Street to the memorial gardens, and the service will commence at 11am.

At the conclusion of the service, participants will

march back to the RSL, where they will be dismissed.

A lunch will then be provided for veterans, partners and carers by the women’s auxiliary at the RSL. A sausage sizzle will be provided for young people involved, in the carpark at the rear of the RSL.

Please note: Templeton Street will be closed between Ovens Street and Baker Street from 9.30am until 11am, and from 12 noon until the marchers have dispersed following the march. Other road closures will also be in place.

Holy Trinity Cathedral’s bells will be rung from 10.15am until approximately 10.45am before the service.

Guest speaker at the 11am service will be Lieutenant Josh Lovell-Hawkins.

Born, raised and educated on the Gold Coast, he was appointed to the Royal Australian Navy Reserves in July, 2021.

Following completion of his reserve entry officer training at HMAS Creswell in March, 2022, Lt LovellHawkins commenced fulltime service in May, 2022, and was posted to the Maritime Operational Health Unit at HMAS Penguin.

While posted to MOHU, he deployed on HMAS Canberra as the role 2E health training officer on Operation Render Safe.

Shortly after returning, Lt Lovell-Hawkins deployed on HMAS Adelaide on Sea Raider, Sea Trident and Indo-Pacific Endeavour, again as the health training officer. While on IPE, he created and delivered a dualnation/tri-service integrated learning package which saw medical officers from other nations work alongside Australian Naval and Army health teams in a variety of critical care clinical areas, which resulted in a multi-department simulation for the Australian and guest nation Surgeon General.

He is currently posted as the officer in commandhealth training team within the health specialist wing at the Army School of Health.

Lt Lovell-Hawkins has been nursing for 21 years, 16 of which has been in the emergency environment. He holds a master of emergency and education, and is RIPRN endorsed, working to grow the next generation of military nurses and support the tri-service health effect within the Australian Defence Force.

ANZAC SERVICES IN RURAL CITY OF WANGARATTA & SURROUNDS

Monday, April 24

Greta Cemetery, 10am

Tuesday April 25

Eldorado dawn service, 6am Cheshunt dawn service, 6am Wangaratta dawn service, 6am Wangaratta main service, 11am Moyhu, 10am Everton, 9am Thoona, 11am

PAYING TRIBUTE: Hundreds of locals were in attendance at the Wangaratta Cenotaph for last year’s ANZAC Day service.

Submissions open in 2022 Victorian election inquiry

PARLIAMENT’S influential Electoral Matters Committee has opened public submissions into a review of the 2022 Victorian Election. These valuable public submissions are critical to both the Parliament’s understanding of the 2022 election, and the development of recom-

mendations for reform.

“Now, more than ever, it is crucial to ensure Victoria’s electoral processes are robust, responsive to a rapidly changing social and media landscape, and tailored to the needs of all Victorians,” committee chair, Will Fowles MP said.

The committee is accepting submissions from right across the Victorian community.

Candidates, voters, political parties, non-government organisations and representative groups are all encouraged to make a submission.

“This inquiry, and its rec-

ommendations, are critical to the strength of our democracy,” Mr Fowles said.

“The better the submissions, the better the result.”

The inquiry will examine a host of key issues from enrolment, to candidature, campaigning behaviour and the voting process, as well as the

More accommodation helps to train student doctors in rural communities

Monday, April 22, 2013

By SHANA MORGAN

IT is hoped two new student accommodation facilities in Mansfield and Mount Beauty will lead to more intern doctors coming to the North East.

Speaking at the official launch of the accommodation at Northeast Health Wangaratta last week, the University of Melbourne’s faculty of medicine, dentistry and health sciences dean, Professor James Angus, said the student accommodation would help build and sustain the rural workforce.

“We aim to improve the health of people living in country areas with health education, research and the promotion of rural health careers,” he said.

“I hope we will have more intern

placements that the minister will fund shortly for next year.”

The State Government provided $598,535 to purchase a four-bedroom house in Mansfield and lease a two-bedroom unit in Mount Beauty that will act as a home away from home for Melbourne Medical School students during year-long clinical training placements.

“One of the major issues we face, in addition to their education, is providing accommodation for students at these rural sites,” Prof Angus said.

He thanked Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) for welcoming the university into the community.

Rural Health Academic Centre chair, Professor Julian Wright, said he hoped the investment would help attract and retain students to rural practice.

Parliamentary Secretary for Health, Georgie Crozier, officially opened the accommodation, saying she appreciates the challenges and importance rural health services.

“It’s a terrific initiative to get the students out to really experience first-hand what rural Victoria has to offer,” she said.

“It is important that your local doctors, nurses and allied health professionals have the right skills and training to help as needed.”

The opening was held on Friday at NHW’s Learning and Teaching Centre as part of a Rural Health Excellence Showcase with local practitioners and students.

Local openings will also take place for each of the properties at a later date.

role and functions of the Victorian Electoral Commission.

Importantly, the inquiry will also examine options for significant reforms, including changes to the Upper House voting system and improvements to the voter experience.

As part of the inquiry,

the committee will be conducting public hearings and accepting written submissions.

For more information, visit the Electoral Matters Committee website. Submissions close on June 19 and the committee will report by May 2024.

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HEALTH INVESTMENT: University of Melbourne’s Professor James Angus and Parliamentary Secretary for Health, Georgie Crozier, were in Wangaratta on Friday to officialy open two new medical student accommodation facilities.

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Script for social connection

By BAILEY ZIMMERMANN

OPEN Door Neighbourhood House is hoping a community cuppa can be a first step in helping sufferers of social isolation and loneliness in Wangaratta and district.

A new pilot project, Connecting Community, supported with funding from the Upper Murray Regional Neighbourhood House Network, aims to reduce social isolation and loneliness among members of the community by creating links into the community‘s social activities for the improvement of wellbeing.

The project hopes to strengthen neighbourhood houses‘ relationship with the health sector and position themselves as a vital part of social prescribing and social inclusion environments.

Open Door Neighbourhood House‘s Tanya Grant said the new project uses a similar model to one used in neighbourhood houses is Knox, which has proven successful in the suburban community.

The social prescribing begins at a community café session, which is held every Thursday (during school term) from 10am–11am at Madame Espresso, open for anyone who would like to attend.

Members of the community can either be self–referred or receive a referral from a

Community cuppa helping kickstart new pilot project in Wangaratta district

“What I love about it is that it‘s about really getting out in the community and talking to people, and letting them know of all the wonderful things out there,” she said.

“And also holding their hand a little bit, because sometimes for people it‘s not just whether there‘s things out there they‘re interested in, it‘s fear of going along.

“We become that connector for this person, so they‘re not having to do the research, they‘re not having to make the phone calls, that‘s what we do and then we come back to them afterwards and discuss what we‘ve found.

“We really do have huge confidence in the model and we can absolutely see how this is going to make a big difference to people’s lives.

“We feel that neighbourhood houses are really well situated, because they‘re a place where people don‘t feel fearful or they‘re going to be judged, they can come in comfortably and have a talk with our volunteers.”

health or community organisation who notice the impacts of social isolation on an individual.

This involves sitting with a volunteer community connec-

tor to discuss one on one what they are wanting to connect in with such as community activities or groups to join which align with their personal interests.

The community connector will support with researching what‘s available, how to get involved, costs and more.

Ms Grant said it‘s not just about re–connecting peo-

ple into the post–COVID–19 world, but also aiding the health sector in providing a script for social connection, which is just as important as a script for medication.

Ms Grant said the reception from participants and organisations involved in the early stages of the project has been “amazing”.

For further information, and to receive a referral form, contact Ms Grant on (03) 5721 9175.

COME FOR A CUPPA’: Open Door Neighbourhood House project worker Tanya Grant (left) with program volunteers Keith Beattie and Bobbie Titcher welcome people to come down for a cuppa on Thursday mornings at Madame Espresso to help as a script for social connection into the community.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Turn out in support of our veterans

TOMORROW’S ANZAC Day services throughout the rural city will provide locals a poignant moment to reflect and pay tribute to those who fought to protect Australia’s way of life.

The Wangaratta community has a long history of turning out in support of its service men and women, a tradition Wangaratta’s RSL sub–branch will be hoping to see continue on the 70th anniversary of armistice of the Korean War.

As residents turn out at cenotaphs throughout the region tomorrow, it’s important we each take a moment to appreciate the situation we find ourselves in.

No matter the personal hardships we face day–to–day, the majority pale in comparison to the conditions our diggers faced overseas and on Australian shores in times of warfare, with many paying the ultimate sacrifice for the love of their country.

The brave soldiers who poured onto the beach at ANZAC Cove in 1915 exemplified the Australian spirit, and are remembered alongside the thousands who have served their nation in times of war since.

This year also marks the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War, and two years since Australia withdrew from active warfare in Afghanistan, with many surviving veterans from these conflicts expected to attend memorial services across the North East tomorrow.

Strong crowds greeted the return of Wangaratta’s traditional ANZAC Day march from a COVID hiatus last year, and it’s vital that trend continues into tomorrow.

So buy a pin, support the local RSL where you can, and take a moment to reflect on those who came before.

The Quiz No. 32

1. In March 2014, who served as Treasurer of Western Australia for only seven days?

2. How many players are on the court at the beginning of a standard netball game?

3. What is the capital of Algeria?

4. In which decade of the 20th century did Kellogg’s create Rice Bubbles?

5. Which microbrewery in Willyabrup, near Margaret River, claims to be “an oasis of beer in a desert of wine”?

6. Who sang the 1999 hit song, Smooth?

7. Which organization’s symbol is a candle with barbed wire?

8. Ian Thorpe won his gold medals at which two Olympic Games?

9. Which 2013 movie starred Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill and Margot Robbie?

10. What is the currency unit of Sweden?

11. Who replaced Shane Watson for the second Test Match of the 2015 Ashes series?

12. In July 2015, the New Horizons space probe

13. Who did Olivia Newton John marry in 1984?

14. The High Court of Australia is located in which city?

15. What are the two legs in a duathlon?

16. Who wrote the 1896 novel, The Island of Doctor Moreau?

17. What are the three colours on the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

18. In which 2010s TV series does Jonathan LaPaglia play the role of Dr. Patrick McNaughton?

19. What is the length of a full-sized snooker table?

20. Greg Louganis was a champion in which sport?

FACEBOOK users this week commented on a local rail action group who have called for the Inland Rail project to cease development, at least unitl efforts are made to implement a series of recommendations following an independent review.

• Frank Tarrawingee: Ahhh Wangaratta, the town that stopped a massive rail development.

• Matt Ryan: Bahhh, how dare the area be improved

and modernised leave our old out of date infrastructure alone

• Ian Corbett: About bloody time Go get them guys

• John Barnard: As if they’ll listen Facebook users also commented on the seven protesters who chained themselves to equipment at the Benalla abbatoirs who will face court after they were arrested on trespass offences,

Listen to those who oppose the Voice

WE are seeing more and more, the misleading push from the ‘Yes’ supporters, telling us it’s perfectly safe to vote yes in the proposed referendum (for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament) as there is enough information out there to warrant voting yes.

This is not correct, as we have a responsibility to listen to the likes of Jacinta Price, Warren Mundine and many, many others strongly opposing the unknown side of the Yes vote.

Pat Chick ( Chronicle letters, April 17) is absolutely correct in saying, it will be too late after it ends up in our constitution.

DotFox,Wangaratta

Fake foreign police should be outlawed

I SAW the news about the fake Chinese Special Police car sighted in Melbourne (and others in South Australia and NSW), and I want to give you my opinion.

Arrest those in the cars, and make a huge racket in Parliament to close any and all legal loopholes about that sort of behaviour being both legal and acceptable in Australia.

In Victoria, there are laws against impersonating a police officer or a police vehicle, however, the laws do not extend to the impersonation of foreign authorities.

This violation of privacy and protection for all Australian citizens should be made a federal violation.

People immigrate to Australia to get away from that kind of intimidation from their former countries.

I don’t want to get responses of “blame Labor, blame the Liberals/Nationals ...”, from our politicians - just do something about it.

DianneNicholson,Milawa

Tax reform to address housing affordability

ONE of the main contributors to the cost of housing is the significant tax added to build a house.

The Federal Budget is an opportunity to reform the way home building is taxed to increase the supply of new housing and improve affordability.

In 2019, the Centre for International Economics (CIE) released a research report, Taxation on the Housing Sector,

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• George Dimopoulos: VaL Am-Me well said.

• Paul Hearn: Good they should be charged Facebook users this week also commented on

the Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway being awarded an International Best Choice Award for 2022

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LEADING THE CHARGE:

RSL Wangaratta volunteer Marianne Franke is among those who’ve been helping sell ANZAC Day badges and other items to raise funds for veterans in the Wangaratta region. Badges are still available at stalls in Coles, Bunnings Warehouse and the post office.

which identified the costs associated with bringing land and housing to market and provided a breakdown of these costs as either resource costs, regulatory costs (red tape), statutory taxes (federal, state and local) or excessive charges.

The research showed that the combined costs of the statutory taxes, regulatory costs and excessive charges equate to 50 per cent of the cost of a new house and land package.

The situation since 2019 has only worsened.

While many of the taxes are applied by local and state governments, there are a range of federal f inancial relations mechanisms that could be used to leverage reforms that directly impact the price of new housing.

The tax that has a direct impact on home ownership is stamp duty.

The government needs to lead the way

via National Cabinet and encourage the states and territories to universally drop stamp duty and replace it with another more equitable and affordable tax.

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Police lodge

ANZAC Day plea

POLICE are pleading with motorists to slow down ahead of ANZAC Day, as the state threatens to eclipse 100 lives lost on Victorian roads in less than four months.

So far this year, 96 motorists have been involved in fatal crashes throughout the state, a figure almost 30 per cent higher than Victoria’s five-year average (74).

In an effort to drive down road trauma, police launched Operation Tribute from 9am Friday, with additional police to take to the streets through to 11.59 tomorrow night.

Sheilas Shakedown donates

$6500 to support survivors

A $6500 donation from the annual Sheilas Shakedown event in Ballan to Wangaratta’s Centre Against Violence (CAV) will help support local efforts to eliminate violence and provide support to those who have experienced it.

Sheilas Shakedown is a women’s motorcycle festival that has been running

for seven years. During the event, riders take the opportunity to raise awareness and funds for organisations that work towards creating safer and more supportive communities for all.

CAV chief executive officer Jaime Chubb said they were incredibly grateful for the generous donation from

Sheilas Shakedown.

“These funds will go a long way in supporting our efforts to eliminate violence and provide essential services to survivors,” she said.

“We especially want to thank the event organiser Remmi Aloni, raffle coordinator Jodie Bye and everyone that took part in the event.”

Remmi said Sheilas Shakedown isn’t just a motorcycle festival, it’s about building strength in community and connection.

“Each year we take the opportunity to raise money for an organisation that aligns with our values of safety, equity, and empowerment for all humans,” she said.

“We feel so proud that

we could give back to an inclusive organisation doing great work in our rural communities.”

CAV provides critical services to those impacted by violence, including crisis intervention, counselling, and advocacy.

If you would like to support the CAV, please visit https://centreagainstviolence.org.au/support-us/.

Free seminar to support parents of teenagers

DON’T miss the chance to attend a free seminar on Raising Responsible Teenagers at Wangaratta High School on Wednesday evening.

Facilitated by Triple P (Positive Parenting Program), the 90-minute seminar will target everyday

concerns, such as how to encourage responsible behaviour, improve family relationships, deal with independence, or manage problems at school or with friends.

In a relaxed and informative format, it will provide practical tips

to support key life skills for 10 to 16 year olds.

The seminar will be held in the senior room at Wangaratta High School from 6pm to 7.30pm on Wednesday, April 26, and is open to parents and guardians of local

primary and secondary school students.

To reserve your free place, use the QR code on the Wangaratta High School Facebook page or Instagram account, or email wangaratta.hs@ education.vic.gov.au

With many schools having curriculum days and the industrial sector taking a rostered day off today, police are expecting traffic volumes akin to a long weekend, with a slew of road policing command vehicles to be deployed to target speed and impaired driving.

Previous police intelligence found drink driving detections were significantly higher on ANZAC Day last year compared with regular weekday detections in the same month.

Assistant commissioner road policing, Glenn Weir, said speed was becoming too common in fatal crashes on Victorian roads.

“Unfortunately, it is becoming far too frequent that police are pleading with motorists to slow down,” he said.

“We really need everyone to take some responsibility for their own behaviour behind the wheel.

“ANZAC Day is another highrisk period on our roads, so police will be out during this time doing all we can to prevent road trauma.

“In addition to targeting speeding motorists, we’ll also be focusing on impaired drivers, as we tend to see a spike in drink driving detections around ANZAC Day.

“There is no excuse for getting behind the wheel whilst you’re alcohol or drug affected.”

SHEILAS UNITED: Mariah Morelli gives the victory salute at the Sheilas Shakedown at Ballan.

PHOTO: Shannyn Higgins

Cyclone brought below daily max temps to region

TROPICAL cyclone Ilsa’s impact was not restricted to the Western Australian coastline.

It had an effect on the daily maximum temperature profiles across most of the nation, including North East Victoria where maximum temperatures last week were a few degrees below the April normal.

At Wangaratta the mean maximum temperature to date this month is 20.2 degrees, which is more than two degrees below normal.

Maximum temperatures this past week have been

WHAT’S UP WITH THE WEATHER?

By Peter Nelson, Peter Retired CSIRO climatologist

notably above normal from the Carpentaria region of the Northern Territory right across to the whole of Queensland and the far north of NSW; with near record April temperatures at many places in far north of Queensland.

For instance, Cairns’ mean maximum temperature for the first half of this April was 32.2 degrees.

This was the second hottest for the first half of April in 135 years of records , the hottest being in April, 1930.

On April 15 the temperature in Cairns reached 34.5 degrees.

This has been exceeded only twice in April since 1889 - with 34.7 degrees in 1907 and 36.8 degrees in 1988.

I am inclined to follow the year 1907 rather than 1988 for our region.

The January to April period for 1988 was warmer than normal in North East Victoria whilst the January to April period of 1907 was cooler than

Critical expression finds No Easy Answers

AN exhibition called No Easy Answers which brings together six artists from Australia and the United States who explore art as a way of thinking, is showing at MAMA Albury.

Through sculpture, video, performance, installation and painting, it makes the case for art as a necessary strategy to make sense of our contemporary reality.

MAMA director and exhibition curator, Bree Pickering, said the exhibition is an invitation to consider cultural understanding as an exchange across international, national and local contexts.

“This exhibition brings together artists working with different mediums and themes, who come from vastly different life experiences,” said Ms Pickering.

“They share the languages of art, which creates connections between people.”

No Easy Answers presents renowned Australian artist Tracey Moffatt’s Laudanum series.

The museum holds two works within its collection, but for the first time will show the full series on loan from the National Gallery of Australia.

Artists Ella Barclay (Canberra, AUS), Wilmer Wilson IV (Philadelphia, USA) and Vitche-

normal, just like this year to date.

We had a warmer and wetter June in 1907.

The last four months of 1907 was notably warmer and drier except for above average rain in November.

At Bendigo the temperature reached 27 degrees in September, 32 degrees in October, 37 degrees in November and 40 degrees close to Christmas Day .

Bendigo last year recorded 868.4mms of rain.

This was Bendigo’s fourth wettest year in the last 164 years.

The wetter years at Bendigo were 974.6mms in 1870, 1016mms in 1973 and 1060mms in 2010.

All three of these wettest years were followed by excessive rainfalls the next two years.

The year 1956 was a very wet one in Bendigo with 778mms of rainfall.

The year 1957 has been somewhat similar to this year to date in North East Victoria.

June of 1957 was warmer and wetter than usual.

August to November 1957 was drier and warmer, whilst

December was also warmer with temperatures near 40 during the third week, with heavy rain at end of this month.

Currently on the synoptic weather chart a slow moving strong high pressure system is approaching and thus little or no rain is expected for the next week.

Not much in the way of significant rainfalls is expected until the fourth week of May in North East Victoria with more significant rainfall during the second week and about June 20.

THE ACROSS

Boul Ra (Philadelphia, USA) and Christopher Hanrahan (New York, USA) will be presenting new and re-fabricated works commissioned especially for this exhibition.

The exhibition includes Vera Hong’s mesmerising video

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One of the most-read and famous children’s books of all time, The Very Hungry Caterpillar emerges off the page in a masterful theatrical experience for children 18 months+ and their adults.

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Wangaratta Chronicle

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Competition

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portrait of the Blue Gum Forest in the Blue Mountains that was transformed by the Black Summer Bushfires and a major video installation that imagines the insides of the internet by Ella Barclay.

Philadelphia-based dancer and

artist Vitche-Boul Ra presented a newly commissioned performance at the opening of the exhibition.

“My hope is that those experiencing this exhibition will leave curious about how politics, the internet and pop culture shape our understanding of the world and how this in turn shapes how we relate to each other,” said Ms Pickering.

“The artists in No Easy Answers show that art can be - and always has been - a critical tool for navigating the more difficult and challenging aspects of our time.”

No Easy Answers runs at MAMA Albury until July 16 and entry is free.

Alongside The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the show features three

Eric Carle stories – Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, Ten Little Rubber Ducks, and The Very Busy Spider.

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Jonathan Rockefeller, the production features a menagerie of over 75 magical puppets, including the star of the show - The Very Hungry Caterpillarand an Australian cast who bring these beloved books to life on stage.

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Seniors advisory group would be welcome

By SIMONE KERWIN

RESULTS of a National Seniors Australia social survey have prompted suggestions Rural City of Wangaratta council should establish a seniors advisory committee.

Meanwhile, council says the upcoming creation of an inclusive community reference group will ensure voices such as those of seniors are heard and considered in council decision-making.

Prepared by National Seniors Australia in response to its survey, the research report ‘Changing Local Communities to Improve Quality of Life: Older Australians’ Wishlists’ details 15 community-themed ‘wishes’ shared by older Australians.

The report is based on responses to National Seniors Australia’s 2022 social survey,

which asked Australians aged 50 and over what needed to change in their communities to improve their quality of life.

Respondents highlighted the need for more public transport, local medical services, accessible activities, active community communication, and affordable housing.

They would also like to see less ageism, less crime and better-planned development, as well as more transparent government, and greater consultation with older residents in council decisions.

While around a fifth of respondents to the national survey said they were satisfied with their community, 61 per cent made suggestions for change.

Wangaratta Senior Citizens secretary Ken Daly said the wish list was wide-ranging, and contained several obvious

points which would be beneficial to seniors.

“As far as our own local situation, we could do with council consulting senior citizens more often on matters that concern them,” he said.

“Opportunities have been missed that would have resulted in less cost to ratepayers had council asked senior citizens’ advice.”

Mr Daly said while the Rural City of Wangaratta had a youth advisory group, a similar forum representing the thousands of local residents aged over 65 would be welcome.

Rural city director community and infrastructure, Marcus Goonan, said council wished to engage with all groups across the community, and did this in a number of ways, including through reference groups and committees for advice and

input on specific business and community matters.

“We undertake direct engagement with specific demographic and geographic areas of the community in relation to activities, events and projects,” he said.

“We seek whole-of-council resident feedback through avenues such as the annual community survey, and councillors and council officers attend a range of stakeholder group meetings.

“Effective engagement is critical for good outcomes, and the Rural City of Wangaratta strives to connect with all groups and voices across our municipality.

“We look forward to engaging more thoroughly with senior residents as we create a new Inclusive Wangaratta Community Reference Group.

“This group is being formed to ensure voices from communities of priority such as seniors, people living with disability, and people who are culturally and linguistically diverse, are heard, and that council decision-making on matters such as strategy creation have lived experience at the table.

“Many of the communitythemed wishes identified in the National Seniors Australia Survey have been identified in surveys and reports undertaken in our municipality.

“We are aware that seniors are keen to have direct input into council on matters such as better access to healthcare, improved communication connectivity, and more affordable housing.

“Working across the broad spectrum of our community ensures we are able to deliver the best outcomes possible,

and the Rural City of Wangaratta looks forward to engaging more thoroughly with senior residents.”

National Seniors Australia senior research officer Lindy Orthia said written suggestions to the survey from almost 1500 people indicated how important local communities were to older Australians.

“Our report is a guide, not a blueprint, so we’re calling on councils to use it as the foundation for consulting with older residents on what they want and need,” she said.

The report can be downloaded from at https://nationalseniors.com.au/research/reports

Also available on the website is a companion report, ‘Older Australians, Community and Quality of Life’, which reports further National Seniors social survey findings.

SENIORS WISH LIST: Ken Daly welcomes the idea of a seniors advisory committee for community members over 65.

PHOTO: Chloe Jaenicke

Hunting for clues at library

CHILDREN were challenged to find a list of items in a scavenger hunt as part of the Wangaratta Library’s school holiday program last Wednesday.

As part of the scavenger hunt, they had to use the clues they were given to find items such as books and artwork hidden throughout the library.

The scavenger hunt also allowed them to explore and learn more about the library.

Lego challenges part of holiday fun

CHILDREN took part in a series of Lego challenges at the Wangaratta Library on Friday as part of its school holiday program.

The kids did more than just build with the blocks as they had to meet the library’s tough challenges.

Some of the challenges included a car race where they had to see whose car, powered by a balloon, could go the furthest.

SCAVENGER HUNT: Evy Bongers looking for clues.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN: Chester Glendenning and Lily Briton with some of the items on the scavenger hunt list.

LIBRARY FUN: Ryan Hassan and Tyler Drage participated in the scavenger hunt.

CLUE FOUND: Olivia Hylnd used the clues to find items at the scavenger hunt.

SEARCHING: Grace Jackel and Joy Jackel worked together to find the clues.

PHOTOS: Kurt Hickling

HOLIDAY FUN: Tuhaniu Angikiamo having fun at the Lego challenges.

BALLOON FUN: Callan Foster attaching a balloon to his car for the car race.

LEGO LEGENDS: Iris Angikiamo and Millie Hines enjoyed the Lego challenges.

BUILDING: Hugh Barden, Chester Glendenning and Lily Britton participated in the car race challenge.

LEGO MASTERS: Imogen Hyland and Elliot Cameron showing off their Lego cars.

PHOTOS: Chloe Jaenicke

Island is located about 30 kilometres north of Dili and with limited access to ferries, small boats are often used to cross the sometimes unpredictable Wetar Strait.

Local friends head north in support of Atauro Islanders

BY ANITA McPHERSON amcpherson@ nemedia.com.au

AGROUP of locals continuing their longterm commitment to support the people of Timor Leste have embarked on a journey this week which will take them up to Darwin, over to Dili and to the beautiful but rugged Atauro Island, located about 30 kilometres north of Dili across the Wetar Strait.

The trip is being coordinated by Libby Hosking, member of Friends of Atauro (Indigo Shire Atauro Island Friendship Committee) which has been partners with the islanders for around 20 years.

Libby, a committee member for 10 years and involved with the partnership since its inception, is looking forward to a return visit accompanied by Dr Rik Thwaites and Dr Wendy Connor, with Judy Flinn, Helen McGowan and Philip Haines making their first trip to Timor Leste.

“We are spending six days touring the mainland and then doing a short, six day cultural tour of the island,” she said.

“We’ll be experiencing the traditional way of life as well as learning about the colonial past, which there

is still evidence of, led by a local tour operator.”

Libby said the people of the Atauro Island are very poor - mostly relying on fishing and agriculture to exist - and it was Dr Connor who first sparked their interest in the island when she worked there as a doctor in the 90s, raising awareness of the nutritional needs of the local children.

Today, one of the friendship group’s main focuses is on tertiary educational scholarships, so young people from the island can continue their studies in Dili, something they would otherwise be unable to do because of the limited income of families and the costs involved, including school fees, supplies and accommodation.

Coordinator of the student scholarship program, Libby said they’ve had 17 students complete it and 14 of them now have jobs - and they had the opportunity to meet those successful young people

 BRIGHT FUTURE: Friends of Atauro enjoy catching up with scholarship students during their visit to the island, including Domingos, Ratna, Eva, Rosa and Crizanio.

 ISLAND LIFE: Libby Hosking says the Beloi market is held every Saturday morning on the island.

during a trip to the country in November.

“Now they are supporting their younger siblings and their families because they’re earning an income,” she said.

“If you can educate people, the ripple effect can benefit up to 40 people (according to research in developing countries) and we see them become role models and carry it on within their families.”

Libby says the efforts of the Friends of Atauro are all about education, health and responding to needs from the community, something they achieve by working with a liaison person on the ground.

It’s how a project to install composting toilets on the island began, with the island having very little water in the dry season for sanitation - disease still rife in the tropical environment.

There are now 32 composting toilets on the island and another six will be built this year - the facilities welcomed by the

schools and kinders who didn’t have any.

Some years ago when a nursing home in Corowa was updating its equipment, they gave items like crutches and walking frames to the group, who sent them over to Timor Leste in a container, where they we sorely needed.

During COVID when the weekly ferry from Dili to Atauro Island stopped running and food supplies ran low, the local council approached the Friends group for help, who answered the call and immediately sent money so rice could be purchased for the people.

The group raises money to pay for the programs by holding fundraising events, gratefully collecting donations from individuals and groups and receiving support from organisations including the Uniting Church in Beechworth and Indigo Shire Council.

Libby says the group’s

regular visits to Timor Leste are an important way for them to stay connected to the community and ensure they are meeting the needs of those they support.

“When you build relationships, people talk to you,” she said.

“It’s important to see people to ask how they are going and to ask them if there are things they need, particularly our students.

“We also try to meet with local councils, the families of students we support and the students themselves to see how they are going and let them know we’re here for them.

“They also need to know there is a face behind their sponsorship - all our students are given the contact details of the sponsors so they have a relationship with them.”

Another endeavour is the women’s cooperative called Boneca in Atauro who use donated sewing machines and fabric from North East Victoria to make items they can sell in shops on the

island and in Dili.

This week’s group of travellers who hail from places including Beechworth, Indigo Valley, Tangambalanga and Wangaratta will be travelling light when it comes to clothing, as their suitcases will also contain teaching resources they’ll take to local schools.

Libby said the need is ongoing and the group is grateful to the support it receives from across the shire and beyond, as well as Indigo Shire Council.

“It’s about being responsive to what the local people want, and ensuring the money goes where it needs to go,” said Libby.

“Once you visit the island, you realise how great the need is and it also gives people confidence the programs are going to continue - it’s important people know our nearest neighbour needs a bit of hand.

“There are very few overheads in our program - the money goes straight to the people who we know will benefit.”

• Anyone who would like to get involved and support the people of Timor Leste can do so by making a donation or joining the group. Contact the Friends of Atauro (Indigo Shire), Friends of Lacluta (Wangaratta) or Friends of Venilale (Mansfield) via Facebook.

 SEA BOUND: During their last trip, Irene Cracknell and Libby Hosking made their way over to Atauro Island on one of the smaller boats.  CREATIVE ENDEAVOUR: The women’s cooperative called Boneca make items they can sell in shops on the island and in Dili using sewing machines and materials supplied by Friends of Atauro.

 SCENIC JOURNEY: Atauro l d i l cated

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD

ACROSS

1 Name the English poet, biographer, and essayist, (Henry) Austin ... (6)

8 Which early English king was known as the “Unready” (8)

9 What is an image cast on the ground by a body intercepting light (6)

10 Rwanda is adjacent to which East African republic (8)

11 What is the term applied to an animal or plant lacking pigmentation (6)

12 Name a part of speech (4)

13 What are medals known as (coll) (5)

16 Which board is used to file fingernails (5)

19 Name the track over which horseraces are run (4)

21 Which man was formerly employed as a harem attendant (6)

22 What is a long-distance race (8)

23 What are moral obligations (6)

24 Which term describes the distance upwards (8)

25 What is something unusual (6)

DOWN

2 Which Shakespearean character was the Moor of Venice (7)

3 What, in NZ, is a steep ridge (7)

4 Name a former Australian TV entertainer and compere, Bert ... (6)

5 Which colourless, volatile, flammable liquid hydrocarbon is obtained chiefly from coal tar (7)

6 Which colour is tawny, with darker streaks (7)

7 Name a term describing “perfectly” (7)

13 What is syntax also known as (7)

14 What salt is used in a fertiliser (7)

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

SUDOKU

15 What is an enactment made by a legislature, and expressed in a formal document (7)

17 Name a province in the south-western Republic of Ireland (7)

18 Which term describes the wealthiest (7)

20 What, in the USA, do they call a mudguard of a motor vehicle (6)

QUICK THINK

Solve the crossword. Each answer has four letters.

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

WHICH WORDS

1 ENCLAVE

(a) A cabinet made to fit in a corner

(b) A piece of land entirely enclosed within foreign territory

(c)High commendation

2 FURACIOUS

(a)In a state of fear

(b) Very angry

(c) Thievish

BIYWORD

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

CLUES:

Deliver formally to (7)

Dogs: mottled coat colour (5)

Existing (5)

Large group (3)

Ovum (3)

Particular point of view (7)

Restore (5)

Round-based cook pot (3)

Sales representative (abb) (3)

Sound of a plucked string (5)

SOLUTIONS

Confidence grows for crops

Perfect autumn break conditions will see sowing begin soon across region P f b k di i ill i g b gi gi

BY KURT HICKLING khickling@ nemedia.com.au

A WET start to autumn, followed by widespread falls of 20mm-55mm over the last few weeks, has provided the perfect break for local winter crop growers.

Agronomist Bec Bingley from AG Warehouse in Wangaratta, said the autumn season has shaped up to be the best in a number of years, with soils holding moisture from recent rainfall in combination with mild temperatures.

“This season has proven to be perfect, presenting prime conditions for farmers in the region who are ready now to sow their winter crops,” Ms Bingley said.

“Because of mild temperatures, soil temperature tests have been consistently perfect which shows farmers are now ready to commence sowing for their winter crops.

“ANZAC Day is traditionally the key date where farmers begin to sow their crops.

“Because of the moisture in the soil already, follow up rain is not needed immediately; however, another burst of rain in the next four weeks will be beneficial.

“After seed has been sown, it’s important that conditions remain stable and as an a agronomist, I continue to test soils and conditions for farmers for things like sulphur, trace elements and nitrogen.”

Some farmers have been fighting an ongoing bat-

tle with crickets, African black beetle and slugs, which is the result of a mild summer with more feed tor these pests which has d elayed farmers’ preparations.

For Springhurst farmer Mark Dunne, the year is shaping up well with prep-

arations now complete with sowing to commence in the coming days.

Mr Dunne farms sheep, cattle and cropping on his family property, with 300ha for sheep and cattle, 75ha assigned for canola and 50ha for wheat.

“The autumn season this

year has been unreal with perfect conditions,” he said on Friday, inspecting a freshly hoed paddock.

“Soil conditions are perfect thanks to the ongoing assistance from Bec who has ensured our ducks are lined up to commence sowing before winter and

we see a good return later on this year.

“I rely on Bec all year round for our crop and pasture paddocks to ensure we get maximum output for our farm.

“We don’t need follow up rain for now until seed is sown.”

Project calling all Victorian livestock farmers

THE Victorian Farmers Federation’s (VFF) Stock Sense Project is seeking expressions of interest from local livestock producers to join the Stock Sense Network Group to help increase engagement in animal health, welfare and biosecurity.

VFF Livestock president Scott Young said it remains essential that livestock producers themselves have a say on these important issues for the livestock industry.

The opportunity is open to all Victorian livestock farm-

ers and anyone interested can register online or email the VFF’s Stock Sense team at stocksense@vff.org.au. Stock Sense is funded by the Cattle Compensation Fund and Sheep and Goat Compensation Fund and delivered by the VFF.

PERFECT TIMING: Mark Dunne, agronomist Bec Bingley and her dog Betty, check over final preparations for the autumn season.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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NEW MASSAGE SHOP

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All welcome. Contact Lyn: 0427 270 551

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

PAINTER, old school, for all your painting needs. Commercial, industrial renovations. Phone Julian 0412 597 482.

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CAVOODLE puppies, males available, black and apricot, $1000. Microchip numbers: 900164002196249, 900164002195902, 900164002195919, 900164002196253, 900164002196230.

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GORGEOUS pedigree poodle puppies, apricot (rarest colour), red and brown, excellent temperaments, registered breeder, vet checked, vaccinated and microchipped, Wangaratta. Source number: RB101993, microchip numbers: 991003001958965, 99100300958879. Ph 0427 886 635 or 0455 171 780.

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Wangaratta Chronicle Cadet Journalist Career Opportunity

Full

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

The cadetship is ideally suited for a Year 12 graduate.

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

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

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

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

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

North East Media is a leading independent family-owned media group with a commitment to community journalism.

Applications, including covering letter and resume, should be emailed to Group Editor Jeff Zeuschner at jzeuschner@nemedia.com.au

EMPLOYMENT

Maintenance Person / Welder

Wangaratta Abattoirs provides an opportunity for a maintenance fitter wanting to build their career and be involved in the operations of a meat processing facility. We are a respected supplier of lamb, beef and pork to the Australian wholesale market for over 40 years and are looking for an additional person with maintenance experience to join our team. This opportunity is there for someone who is self- motivated, dependable and has an eye for detail to assist with project work and preventative maintenance.

Skills Required:

• Excellent mechanical skills

• Welding skills

• Problem solving

• Must hold current driver’s license

• Forklift license an advantage

Please email resume to justin@gathercole.com.au or ring Justin on 0412 251 397.

CARAVANS & CAMPERS

2010 VW Golf Wagon diesel, manual, 156,600km, reg to July 8, 2023 (ZWH478), RWC, tow ball, $6000. Contact Libby 0438 648 123.

UNDY, Patricia Linda 03.04.1949 - 21.04.2023

Beloved partner of Damien.

FLOYD

Gregory Allan

September 5, 1973

- April 25, 2017

2000 model Toyota Echo, 4 door and hatch, auto, aircon, power windows and mirrors, 12 months reg (1JR6CL),$1500. Ph 0435 584 746 or 5778 7661.

REGAL Deluxe pop top caravan, tandem wheel base, full oven, air conditioner, island double bed, good condition, reg (F21556), $9500. Ph 0407 218 377.

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KIMBERLEY 21’6”, built by Masterpiece Caravans, GVM 3300kg, immaculate condition, self-contained, semioffroad, sleeps 2, new diesel heater, reg till Aug 2023, pet-free/smokefree, great features and extras. Urgent sale. $68,500 ONO. Contact 0439 153 477 Mansfield.

Loved Mother and Stepmother of Sherry, Paul, Geoff, Kim, Kelly, Brendan, Sam (dec) and Adam.

Loved Nanny to all 17 grandchildren.

Cherished best friend of Joan.

Dearly loved, sadly missed.

Loving father to Daeja, Aniston, Urban and Koda.

Beloved son to Dawn (dec) and Charles (dec).

Loved brother of Naomi, Rodney, Trudi, Murray, Annette, Neville, Justin.

“Always loved, will never be forgotten”.

HOLT, Ora.

April 25, 2017

DELI MANAGER

FoodWorks Myrtleford

As the Deli Manager, you will be responsible for the successful operation of your department within this busy supermarket.

You will be responsible for leading and developing a small team, ensuring the highest quality of goods are being presented, deliver a high level of customer service, and ensure a health and safety standards are meet.

About You:

• Previous experience in fresh department, deli preferred

• The ability to train and develop staff

• Be positive, approachable and people focused

• Be organised and have the ability to meet deadlines

• Control department costs such as wastage, wages and other operational costs

• Understanding of local market and seasonal trends

• Understand food safety standards

• Have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits & Rewards:

• Job stability - Stores located throughout North Vic and Southern NSW

• Roster offering work life balance

• Staff discount on offer

• Community focused business

• Career advancement opportunities

• Strong support network from management and local head office

Please forward resume and cover letter to careers@rmgstores.com

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

Kokoda Xtrail 2013, length 17’8”, tare 2440kg, ball weight 220kg, REG (V73133U), TV, off-road suspension, 2 x 150w solar panels, gas/electric hot water, 2 batteries with charger, highland hitch, 2x95lt water tanks, antenna, toolbox, kitchen, 175lt fridge, queen bed, ensuite, toilet, many extras, $44 000. Ph 0417 773 852.

UNDY A graveside funeral service to honour Patricia will be held at Wangaratta Lawn Cemetery at 11:00am on Wednesday, April 26, 2023.

Loved Cherished Sadly Missed “Forever in our hearts” The Floyd Family

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360.

HANG TIME: Nick Pell gets some air to take a hanger.

PHOTOS: Kurt Hickling

RELEASE: Jarrod Everitt offloads the ball.

ENTRY: Pat Byrne boots the ball downfield.

ROUND 4

DISPOSAL: Arcadian Vearning gets the drop perfect to deliver the ball into the Greta forward line.

WINNERS AND LOSERS

OVENS AND KING SENIORS LADDER

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

NETBALL SCORES

A GRADE: Benalla 38 def Bright 36; Goorambat vs King Valley; Moyhu vs Bonnie Doon; Whorouly 55 def Nth

Wangaratta 30; Tarrawingee 48 def Greta 44

B GRADE: Benalla 67 def Bright 29; Goorambat vs King Valley; Moyhu vs Bonnie Doon; Whorouly 51 def Nth

Wangaratta 36; Tarrawingee 40 def Greta 25

B RESERVE: Benalla 55 def Bright 37; Goorambat vs King Valley; Moyhu vs Bonnie Doon; Whorouly 59 def

Nth Wangaratta 20; Tarrawingee 33 def by Greta 35

C GRADE: Benalla 30 def by Bright 31; Goorambat vs King Valley; Moyhu vs Bonnie Doon; Whorouly 40 def

Nth Wangaratta 26; Tarrawingee 30 def by Greta 46

15 & UNDER: Benalla 24 def Bright 14; Goorambat vs King Valley; Moyhu vs Bonnie Doon; Whorouly 37 def

Nth Wangaratta 16; Tarrawingee 10 def by Greta 42

ROUND 5

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

WHOROULY VS BRIGHT

KING VALLEY VS MOYHU

BONNIE DOON VS GRETA

NORTH

WANGARATTA VS GOORAMBAT

TARRAWINGEE VS MILAWA

BENALLA ALL BLACKS - BYE

SCOREBOARD RESERVES RESULTS

ALL BLACKS

GOALS: BENALLA ALL BLACKS: Cody Crawford 2; Albert Hill 1; Chelton Orchard 1; Brendon Smith 1. BRIGHT: Cooper Thomason 7; Jack Dalbosco 4; Nick Lebish 4; Patrick Bren 2; Kieren Jamieson 2; Jonah McIntosh 2; Thomas Mullane-Grant 1; Max Rampling 1.

BEST: BENALLA ALL BLACKS: Cody Crawford, Ayden Amos, Jake Jones, Kyle Collisson, Regan Williams, Jesse Walker. BRIGHT: Nick Lebish, Darcy Sholl, Cooper Thomason, Michael Elliott, Kieren Jamieson, Max Rampling.

GOORAMBAT

KING VALLEY

GOALS: GOORAMBAT: Samuel Gladstone 4; Robert Wilson 3; Kobe Black 1; Aaron Blackburn 1; Charlie Campbell 1; Charles Hunter 1; Dylan Leadingham 1; Gary Priest 1. KING VALLEY: Anthony Ciancio 10; Charlie Arthur 1; Joel Price 1; Charlie Wood 1. BEST: GOORAMBAT: Ryan Burns, Jamie Dunne, Rick Walker, Brady Purcell, Alexander Moloney, Tim Colville. KING VALLEY: Anthony Ciancio, Charlie Davies, Thomas Stewart, Charlie Wood, Aaron Cheong, Jacob Finger.

MOYHU 2.2 5.2 6.4 8.5.53

BONNIE DOON 3.4 5.13 12.15 16.22.118

GOALS: MOYHU: Jared Lea 3; Samuel Holmes 1; James Kelly 1; Fraser Landgren 1; Harrison McCarthy 1; Bailey Zimmermann 1. BONNIE DOON: Al Bennett 6; James Fox 3; Sean Campitelli 2; Jayjay Curtin 1; Will Foster 1; James Law 1; Luke Murray 1; Joel Sanford 1. BEST: MOYHU: Dylan Carmody, James Kelly, Luke Grady, Bailey Zimmermann, Harrison McCarthy, Private player. BONNIE DOON: Luke Murray, Campbell Smedley, James Fox, Jordan Davey, Beau Smith, Ben Hedin.

WHOROULY 3.1 6.4 8.4 8.8.56

NORTH WANG 2.1 3.4 6.8 8.9.57

GOALS: WHOROULY: Simon Chalmers 4; Riley Calvene 1; Rhys Goodley 1; Lachlan Moore 1; Glenn White 1. NORTH WANGARATTA: Baxter Lane-Gee 3; Damien Bradley 2; David Killen 1; Matthew Prestianni 1; Tyler Schulze 1. BEST: WHOROULY: Edward Bramich, Paul Glanville, Riley Calvene, Samuel Piazza, Rhys Goodley, Josh Jones. NORTH WANGARATTA: David Killen, Taylor Obrien, Damien Bradley, Adam Enever, Flynn Butterworth, Patrick Kelly.

TARRAWINGEE 2.0 3.1 3.2 4.6.30

GRETA 6.5 15.11 20.17 26.20.176

GOALS: TARRAWINGEE: Matt Seymour 3; Danyon Hearne 1. GRETA: Tyler Arrowsmith 5; James McClounan 5; Bryce Hooper 4; Frazer Judd 2; Brenton Newbold 2; Cameron Newbold 2; Lachie Kennett 1; Stuart McCauley 1; Nicholas Pell 1; Thomas Rosser 1; Acadian Vearing 1; Mark Wettern

1. BEST: TARRAWINGEE: Patrick Byrne, Will Creed, Jarrod Everitt, Daniel Everitt, Hugh Amery. GRETA: Tyler Arrowsmith, James McClounan, Lachie Kennett, Cam Green, Thomas Rosser, Bryce Hooper.

Benalla All Blacks .......2.1.13 Bright ..................27.19.181

GOALS: BENALLA ALL BLACKS: Joel Eastwood 1; Jack Melrose 1. BRIGHT: Sam Buckley 6; Paul Harrison 6; Jet Walton 4; Felix Blazek 2; Callum Smith 2; Jack Banks 1; Brodie Brain 1; Michael Bunn 1; Dylan Bursill 1; Joseph Crawley 1; Conner Forde 1; Jed Pryor 1. Goorambat ................7.4.46 King Valley ...............7.12.54

GOALS: GOORAMBAT: Haider Alhasnawi 2; Peter Cochrane 2; Wil Hoskins 1; Todd Wapling 1; Bailey Ward 1. KING VALLEY: David Allen 3; Alex Tatulaschwili 3; Brett Sessions 1. Moyhu..................15.12.102

Bonnie Doon ..............7.7.49

GOALS: MOYHU: Harrison Bell 6; Leroy Dowling 2; Logan Reynolds 2; Caleb Bell 1; Josh Coonan 1; kiangkai Douangphosay 1; Zach Evans 1; Matt Ryan 1. BONNIE

DOON: Wayne Lockhart 2; Samuel Bennett 1; Ben Kelleher 1; Jed Murray 1; James Reid 1; James Trellu-Coker 1.

Whorouly ....................1.1.7

North Wangaratta .22.16.148

GOALS: WHOROULY: Matthew Harris 1. NTH WANG: Cameron McCormack 8; Matthew Fischer 6; Blake Marlborough 3; Brandon Bowen 1; Hayden Gray 1; Caleb Kuschert 1; Josh McQueen 1; Kye Williams 1.

Tarrawingee ..............2.4.16

Greta ...................29.10.184

GOALS: TARRAWINGEE: Ben Amery 1. GRETA: Tom Webster 10; Chris Dube 7; Osbert Ramage 7.

Roos bounce back with gritty win

By NATHAN DE VRIES

KING Valley’s senior squad found themselves back on the winners’ list after a gutsy six-point win over Goorambat on Saturday, 14.9 (93) to 13.9 (87).

The Roos went to Goorambat looking to rebound after their 66-point drubbing last week against Bright, and faced up against a Bats squad who were on the up at home.

King Valley surged through the first quarter, kicking 5.2 to lead the Bats by 23 points at the first break, but Goorambat managed to peg the margin back to 10 points before half-time.

Goorambat game out firing after the break, with Sam Gladstone (four goals) kicking the Bats back to within a goal of King Valley by the final quarter, but it was a 10 goal haul from King Valley’s Anthony Ciancio which proved the difference.

King Valley co-coach Jack Davies said his side played well against a challenging opposition.

“Other than the first quarter, we didn’t have much go our way and it turned into a bit of a scrap - to get the win by six points was a really good job by the boys,” he said.

“Goorambat didn’t allow us to play to our game plan, and we weren’t as disciplined later on as we were in the first quarter.

“Things weren’t going our way as

much and it turned into a bit more of a scrap, they clawed their way back and got themselves right in the game.

“We knew that if we just slowed the game down and made them defend and use a bit more method, we’d be able to hang onto the footy and go on a bit of a run.

“It ebbed and flowed there, they came back at the end but we hung on.”

Ciancio, Charlie Davies, Thomas Stewart and Charlie Wood all turned in strong performances for the Roos, while Ryan Burns and Jamie Dunne were among the best for the Bats.

“One thing that wasn’t great throughout the day were our forward entries, we bombed it in a little bit,” Davies said.

“But we lowered our eyes in the last quarter and goal a few points, but we failed to convert at a rate that we’d like - we could’ve put the game to bed a bit earlier.

“He (Ciancio) was marking everything, everything we kicked to him, even two-on-ones.

“He had a terrific day - he might’ve kicked a couple of points, but he had a couple of cheeky little snaps from the pocket as well, he did quite well.”

In other results, Bright thumped Benalla All Blacks by 119 points, the Bombers took down Moyhu 16.22 (118) to 8.5 (53), Greta downed Tarrawingee by 146 points and North Wangaratta got the win over Whorouly by a solitary point.

Hawks clinch victory by a point over Whorouly Lions

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Manning put the result down to his on-field leaders doing what they do best and pushing teammates to keep grinding the match out.

“Our leaders stood up, David Killen, Damien Bradley, Pat Kelly - they turned things around for us on the field,” he said.

“We got off to a good start, we were playing our brand and style of footy especially early in that first quarter, and we just didn’t capitalise on the scoreboard.

“The first quarter we started well, the second quarter we went away from what works for us and we had a poor quarter while Whorouly were really good and punished us on the scoreboard.

“We had six forward-half turnovers in the first quarter to one in the second, so for me that’s a big indicator of where our minds wereat and where our attention had gone.

“I said to the boys we had to forget all the stuff on the outside, all the external noise - we just had to control what we can control, our competitiveness and our determination to win the footy, to be first to the footy.

“The boys did that really well in the third quarter and we were able to turn it around that way.”

Baxter Lane-Gee led the scoring for the Hawks with three majors, while Whorouly ruck Ed Bramich competed well all day after sustaining a nasty head gash in the opening minutes of the game.

The Hawks had a massive win in the reserves match, outclassing Whorouly 22.16 (148) to 1.1 (7).

GOLDEN BOOT: A 10-goal haul for Anthony Ciancio, pictured in round one, secured King Valley’s third win of the season.

PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

FOOT RACE: Lachy Moore (left) and Mitch Sayers both work to get the ball under control.

STOPPED: Josh Jones tries to break through the tackle from Pat Kelly.

BODY BLOW: North Wangaratta’s David Killen gets crunched by Whorouly’s Sam Piazza in the Hawks’ one-point nail biter. PHOTOS: Nathan de Vries

MATCH REVIEWS

Goalless second term sees Magpies fall

By WILLSON MACK

A GOALLESS Wangaratta second term cost the Magpies a chance of victory against Yarrawonga on Saturday afternoon at JC Lowe Oval.

Wangaratta jumped out to a 17-point buffer but the Pigeons responded, slotting eight goals to none in the second quarter to lead by 36-points at the main change.

From there it was an evenly poised clash but Wangaratta couldn’t fight back to go down 16.18 (114) to 12.11 (83).

Wangaratta coach Ben Reid said the second quarter was to blame in the loss.

“It was probably just the second quarter that let us down,” Reid said.

“In the second half I thought we fought back and evened the contest but you can’t let good sides get on a

roll like Yarrawonga did in the second quarter.

“We showed good signs to fight back though which was pleasing.”

Yarrawonga’s midfield of Willie and Harry Wheeler, Mark Whiley and Lach Howe in the ruck proved a tough challenge for the Magpies.

“We were beaten in the middle,” Reid said.

“Willie Wheeler killed us in the first half and we seemed to play into their hands a little bit but their midfield were just too good.

“They had a number of guys who were really good around the stoppage and they beat us inside, particularly in that second quarter.”

Reid described his side’s first three rounds as ‘patchy’.

“I’d say we’re patchy at the moment,” he said.

“We’re playing two and a half

quarters of footy which just doesn’t get the job done against any teams in this competition.

“We’ve seen from many games across the first few rounds that if you don’t put four quarters of effort in you’re going to make it hard for yourself.

“We’re having a few lapses of concentration here and there and that’s hurting us.”

Wangaratta’s Cam Barrett was a shining light in the loss, showing his strength around the contest, while Dan Saunders also impressed.

The Magpies’ talls in Callum Moore, Michael Newton and Reid also combined for 11 goals in encouraging signs.

“Cam Barrett was really strong around the ball in a bit of a new role for him which was a big posi-

Rovers vs Panthers

tive for us,” Reid said.

“Our talls kicked 11 between us which was good as well and ‘Juice’ (Newton) kicked three in his first game for the year.

“I also thought Matt Grossman did well on Leigh Williams.”

Despite the loss and a winless start to the year, Reid insisted it’s not panic stations.

“It’s definitely not panic stations yet,” he said.

“We’re zip and three and we definitely need to get our season going but it’s only round three and we still have 13 games to qualify for finals so there’s a lot of footy to be played.

“We’ve played three sides who will probably be in the mix come September and besides a 20 minute patch against Yarrawonga we matched it with them.”

WANGARATTA ROVERS

LAVINGTON PANTHERS

14.8

11.19

GOALS: WANGARATTA ROVERS: Alexander Marklew 4; Dylan Stone 2; Stuart Booth 1; Thomas Boyd 1; Jack Gerrish 1; Alex McCarthy 1; Lockey McCartney 1; Toby Murray 1; Finn Osborne 1; Ky Williamson 1. LAVINGTON: Myles Aalbers 2; Shaun Driscoll 2; Ewan Mackinlay 2; Tyson Neander 2; Jake O’Brien 2; Jack Driscoll 1.

BEST: WANGARATTA ROVERS: Dylan Stone, Lockey McCartney, Toby Murray, Alex McCarthy, Dylan Wilson, Will McCarthy.

LAVINGTON: Nicholas Newton, Clayton Marsh, Ewan Mackinlay, Myles Aalbers, Jake O’Brien, Christopher Annett.

Magpies vs Pigeons

YARRRRAWAWONONGGA

Another nail-biter for Hawks

By WILLSON MACK

WANGARATTA Rovers seem to only know one way to win and that was the case once again on Saturday against Lavington.

The clash at WJ Findlay Oval saw the Hawks make it three wins in a row to start their season as they ran away five-point winners.

Inaccuracy cost the away side with the Panthers registering six more scoring shots than their counterparts in the 14.8 (92) to 11.19 (85) final score.

Wangaratta Rovers football operations manager Barry Sullivan said it was another thriller.

“The boys have certainly been

giving the spectators value for money that’s for sure,” Sullivan said.

“Lavington were probably a bit stiff as they missed a few but credit to our boys we managed to hang on.

“I thought our first quarter was strong - we started off well but Lavington took it to us in the second quarter and it was close from there.”

The Rovers now have a combined winning margin of just 14 points from their three matches with two and seven point victories in rounds one and two respectively.

“I was actually talking to ‘Crez-

za’ (Daryn Cresswell) this morning (Sunday) and he was saying we lost five or six games by less than a goal in 2019 but now that’s flipped around,” Sullivan said.

“He was saying how back then we might not be winning these types of games so it’s good that the boys have got the confidence and composure to close them out.

“For our coaches and supporters’ sake we obviously want to get to a point where we’re not putting that sort of pressure on ourselves but it’s pleasing that the boys are running out quarters.”

Lockey McCartney continued a strong start to his first season for the Hawks winning plenty of ball

on the inside, while Dylan Stone showed his class once again.

Mobile forward Alex Marklew booted four majors, while Stone was the only other player to kick multiple goals with two.

“Lockey McCartney was great again and Dylan Stone was awesome as well, they gave us plenty in the midfield,” Sullivan said.

“Sam Murray was strong down back alongside Cody Schutt and Michael Clark as well.

“One of the most pleasing things was Will McCarthy in his first game, he showed he’s very capable of playing at the level and was composed and used the footy well.”

GOALS: YARRAWONGA: Ned Pendergast 4; Leigh Williams 4; Cameron Wilson 2; Matthew Casey 1; Nicholas Fothergill 1; Bailey Frauenfelder 1; Max Hemphill 1; Tim Lawrence 1; Mark Whiley 1. WANGARATTA: Callum Moore 4; Ben Reid 4; Michael Newton 3; Jackson Clarke 1. BEST: YARRAWONGA: Ned Pendergast, Mark Whiley, Ryan Bruce, William Wheeler, Cameron Wilson, Leigh Williams. WANGARATTA: Cameron Barrett, Daniel Saunders, Mathew Grossman, Ben Reid, Daniel Sharrock, Liam Mcveigh.

RESERVESMATCHRESULTS

Wang Rovers 6.5.41 def by Lavington 7.10.52

Yarrawonga 11.8.74 def

Wangaratta 10.5.65

THIRDSMATCHRESULTS

Wang Rovers 12.8.80 def Lavington 3.9.27

Yarrawonga 5.8.38 def by Wangaratta 10.13.73

NETBALLMATCHRESULTS

AGrade:

Wang Rovers 31 def by Lavington 63

Yarrawonga 38 def Wangaratta 30

BGrade:

Wang Rovers 29 def by Lavington 60

Yarrawonga 44 def Wangaratta 26

CGrade:

Wang Rovers 37 def by Lavington 51

Yarrawonga 21 def by Wangaratta 38

Myrtleford 48 def Corowa-R’glen 28

17&UnderGirls:

Wang Rovers 43 def Lavington 33

Myrtleford 40 def Corowa-R’glen 37

Yarrawonga 15 def by Wangaratta 44

15&Under:

Wang Rovers 26 def Lavington 21

Yarrawonga 5 def by Wangaratta 43 Myrtleford 39 def Corowa-R’glen 20

COME AT ME: Tom Baulch looks for a teammate.

COMPOSED: Ky Williamson finds a target.

DISHED OFF: Will McCarthy gets a handball away in his senior debut.

GOOD GRAB: Alex Marklew kicked four majors in Wangaratta Rovers’ win over Lavington. PHOTOS: Kurt Hickling

QUICK KICK

WANGARATTA Rovers midfielder Lockey McCartney is swarmed by Lavington players as he gets a kick away under pressure. Rovers came away with a five point victory.

Hawks on the board

North Wangaratta clinch result by a lone point over Whorouly Lions in dramatic showdown gypy

A STUNNING game of footy was played in the sunshine at the Whorouly Recreation Reserve on Saturday, when North Wangaratta came from behind to post a one-point win over the Lions in dramatic fashion.

At the final siren, the scoreboard showed the

BY NATHAN DE VRIES ndevries@ nemedia.com.au

Lions ahead by two points, however, the scores shown were incorrect, with North Wangaratta ultimately finishing on 8.9 (57) ahead

of the Lions’ 8.8 (56). Whorouly were in the box seat for the majority of the first half, with immense tackling pressure helping the Lions to a three-goal lead by the half.

North Wangaratta turned up the heat through the third, as the Hawks pegged a few goals back to be trailing

by eight points heading into the final term.

In the end, the Hawks turned in the better performance for the day, notching up their first win of the season after a hardfought contest between two of the emerging sides of the competition.

Hawks’ coach Steve

Manning said the scoreboard mishap was a new experience for him and his side.

“I was flat when the siren went, thinking we had lost,” he said.

“I wasn’t sure what to make of it, and I just heard a few rumblings in our crowd about the scoreboard and something was up, but I

didn’t get too caught up in that.

“To go from absolute misery to pure ecstasy in an instant like that was a strange feeling, I didn’t know what to do.”

“Regardless of the result I was just so proud of my boys to turn things around.”

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PHOTO: Kurt Hickling