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RURAL City of Wangaratta is throwing open the gates to the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre (WSAC) outdoor pool this Australia Day for a free community event.

Supported by a National Australia Day Council grant, today’s event will feature free water aerobics, a giant inflatable, music and games.

There will be free entry to the outdoor pool only from 11am to 7pm.

“Throwing a pool party is a great way for council to give back to our community on Australia Day,” Wangaratta mayor Dean Rees said.

“Pool parties are a part of Aussie life, so bring the family down for a free swim and enjoy a snag or two from the Rotary Club of Appin Park Wangaratta.”

WSAC manager Penny Hargrave said a free aqua aerobics class with Jenny, Gena and Kylie at 2.15pm will be a bit of fun for everyone.

“It’s not a workout style aqua class, but more like a bit of frivolous fun, and there are no bookings required so just come along, get involved and enjoy yourself,” she said.

This year’s main Australia Day celebrations will be held at Wangaratta’s King George V Gardens from 8am.  Australia Day story page 3

Learning curve SCHOOL communities in the Rural City of Wangaratta are this week coming to grips with State Government recommendations they’ll be following for next week’s return to school.

The majority of local students will return to the classroom from Monday.

COVID-safe measures, including mask-wearing indoors for grades three and above, staying home when unwell, physical distancing and regular

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hand hygiene, will continue into term one to ensure a safe environment for on-site classes to resume.

In addition, the State Government plan has strongly recommended

voluntary at-home rapid antigen tests (RATs) for all staff and students - twice a week for mainstream primary and secondary schools, and each school day for specialist school students and staff - for the first four weeks of term.

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To enable this, free RATs will be delivered to schools over the next week, and it’s expected parents will be invited to collect them.

While many local schools were expected to be briefed further on the rollout of the plan late yesterday, new St Patrick’s Primary School principal Gabrielle Downie, Appin Park Primary School

principal Fiona Carson and Wangaratta High School acting principal Michelle Bootes said their initial advice was that parents would receive a pack of five tests per student in week one, with another pack to follow in week three.

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All three principals said their schools had taken delivery of air purifiers (which form part of the State Government’s ‘3Vs’ focus on ventilation, vaccination and vital COVID-safe steps) and were awaiting the arrival of the RAT supplies.

“We are excited to be back on Monday, and to see all our students back on site,” Ms Carson said.

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Questions answered on COVID vax for kids

LOCAL vaccine champion Kim Ching, a qualified pharmacist and pharmacist immuniser, is back to tackle some of the common questions raised by the community about COVID-19 vaccination.

Today she talks about the latest recommendations made in regards to the vaccination of children, as families across the region prepare for a return to school next week.

Kim says the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine to children aged five to 11 from January 10 was welcome news to many parents.

However, she says it is also understandable that some parents have questions about the vaccines, especially around vaccine safety.

“Considering the benefits and risks of vaccination in children is a delicate balance for many parents,” she says.

“They need to have the opportunity to have these addressed and to access clear, trustworthy information to guide their decisionmaking.”

What is the vaccine (and the vaccination schedule)?

Children aged five to 11 will receive a new formulation of the paediatric Pfizer vaccine created and explicitly registered for their age group.

ATAGI recommends that children aged five to 11 receive two doses of the paediatric Pfizer vaccine, eight weeks apart.

The paediatric Pfizer vaccine is a lower dose vaccine containing one-third (10ug instead of 30ug) of the recommended dose for people 12 years of age and older.

The interval can be shortened in special circumstances to a minimum of three weeks, such as in outbreak response, prior to the initiation of significant immunosuppression or international travel.

Protection against COVID-19 starts about two to three weeks after the first dose.

While one dose may provide some protection, it may only last for the short term, while two doses will give improved protection.

Why are we vaccinating children aged five to 11?

The vaccine will directly protect the children from getting sick

ARM YOURSELF: Qualified pharmacist and pharmacist immuniser Kim Ching says parents need access to clear, trustworthy information to guide their decision-making on vaccinating their children.

PHOTO: Kieren Tilly from COVID-19, especially severe infection, and potentially for any longer-term side effects or longCOVID. Even though most children experience no symptoms or mild symptoms, one per cent of symptomatic children who test positive for COVID require hospitalisation.

Furthermore, about one in 3200 children may experience the rare but severe multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MISC).

In the United States, almost 6000 MIS-C cases have been reported.

Most children with MIS-C need to be treated in hospital, and a small proportion of children with MIS-C have died.

Most people who contracted MIS-C were aged between five and 11 years.

A recent clinical trial published in January 2022 showed the estimated effectiveness of two doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine against MIS-C was 91 per cent.

Among critically ill MIS-C patients requiring life support, all were unvaccinated.

Children with pre-existing medical conditions are at greater risk and need to be prioritised.

The vaccine is also essential in reducing the spread of COVID-19 and helping to keep schools open so that children can have more face-to-face learning and play-

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time with their friends.

The COVID-19 research brief published by Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) last week has outlined the pandemic’s significant toll on children’s mental well-being, academic results, and physical health.

The indirect impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on children and adolescents are as substantial, if not more so than the direct effects of COVID-19 infection.

What do recent trials and safety data show?

The Pfizer Paediatric Vaccine trial included 2268 children aged five to 11.

Of these children, 1517 were given two doses of vaccine three weeks apart, and 751 were given a placebo.

The results found the vaccine was safe and had good efficacy.

The vaccine was around 90 per cent effective at preventing confirmed COVID-19 infection, with three COVID cases in the vaccine group and 16 in the placebo group.

Based on this data, the TGA provisionally approved the vaccine for use in five to 11 year old Australians.

As of December 9, 2021, more than 5 million US children in this age group have received at least one dose, and more than 2 million have received both doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.

The large, real-world population has identified no specific safety concerns in this age group, noted that the number of children vaccinated is almost double Australia’s entire primary school-aged population.

One potential concern authorities are watching out for is the risk of heart inflammation, called myocarditis.

This is a rare side effect after the second dose in young males aged 12-17, with an estimated risk of around 10 cases per 100,000.

The clinical trial in children aged five to 11 years did not have enough participants to assess rates of myocarditis or pericarditis following vaccination with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.

Still, no specific safety concerns have been identified so far from millions of doses of this vaccine administered overseas to children aged five to 11 years.

What makes Omicron different from other variants?

With Omicron becoming the dominant variant, it is much more transmissible and is causing new waves of infections, including children.

However, most experts, including many in Australia, believe Omicron is no more dangerous to children than previous strains.

Because of the sheer high numbers of children getting infected, more children are in hospital, but they are still a tiny proportion of overall cases.

Should the vaccine be mandated for children?

While vaccination is recommended for children aged five to 11 years, ATAGI does not support restricting the activities of children in this age group who are not vaccinated or have only received one dose.

A no-jab policy can compound disadvantages and undermine community trust and confidence.

Many kids have paid a high price during the pandemic.

Children should not be penalised further by restricting access to school, social or sporting activities based on their vaccination status.

Efforts need to be made to support the right of children and their guardians to make an informed decision about vaccination.

Telstra offers free calls to Tonga following tsunami TELSTRA has announced it is temporarily waiving call charges for customers to be able to contact their loved ones in Tonga, following the tsunami disaster experienced there.

Telstra group executive consumer and small business, Michael Ackland, said the company’s thoughts are with those in Tonga and their families abroad, following the devastation caused by the volcanic eruption of Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai and

the subsequent tsunami.

The company has waived charges for calls to Tonga from Telstra home phones and post-paid mobiles for seven days until January 28.

Mr Ackland said the offer isn’t available for prepaid mobile calls at this stage, but they will be monitoring the situation and will extend the offer and the time it’s available - if needed.

“With infrastructure damage across the country, you might not be able to

immediately get in contact with your friends or family, but we want to make it as stress free as possible when you can,” he said.

“We have teams from across the business working with the Digicel Pacific technical team on a satellite communications solution to help restore some communications.”

Mr Ackland said depending on their account, some people may not see the free calls logged in their call records.

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Police deploy extra set of eyes over holiday period MORE than 200 police highway patrol vehicles are set to deploy automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) technology across the state today, in an effort to eradicate unauthorised drivers from Victorian roadways.

As part of today’s statewide Operation Amity, ANPR technology will further bolster police presence on roadways during the Australia Day holiday period, as they endeavour to swiftly identify suspended, disqualified or unlicenced drivers.

The new technology will also see unregistered and stolen vehicles stand out from the crowd, with registration information to be matched against a database of vehicles of interest to expedite their removal from the road.

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ANPR technology has been present in the North East for some time, and Wangaratta Highway Patrol Acting Senior Sergeant Sarrah O’Keefe believes the technology has allowed officers to rapidly intercept those not following the rules.

“It’s very, very quick - it will alert police members whilst on patrol and enables a large number of detections,” she told the Wangaratta Chronicle.

“Officers used to manually type in number plates while

ON PATROL: Police will ramp up efforts to identify unauthorised and impaired drivers during the Australia Day holiday period. on patrol, it was slow and you could mistype a plate - the new technology gives our members an opportunity to turn around and intercept them.”

Some 239 individuals lost their lives on Victorian roads last year, with unauthorised

driving a factor in approximately 10 per cent of fatal collisions in 2021.

According to assistant commissioner road policing Glenn Weir, police are more committed than ever to minimising the road toll, following the loss of 20 lives on Victori-

an roads in the new year, a 150 per cent increase on the same time period last year.

“We’re removing more unauthorised drivers from our roads than ever,” he said.

“These drivers have no right to be on our roads they pose a significant risk not only to themselves but to all road users.

“ANPR technology gives us another set of eyes on the roads to stop these drivers in their tracks.”

Despite the holiday’s midweek rostering this year, Act Snr Sgt O’Keefe said local police anticipated an influx of vehicles to the regional North East, and urged all road users to drive with care.

“One third of fatalities statewide this year have been

Reconciliation focus this Australia Day RECONCILIATION will be the theme of Wangaratta’s Australia Day celebrations today, shining a light on the rich cultural tapestry present throughout the rural city.

A welcome to country led by Bpangerang Elder Uncle Dozer will kick start proceedings which begin at 8am at Wangaratta’s King George V Gardens, before the Damu Dance group presents a traditional performance.

The formal awards and new citizens ceremony will then be followed by a traditional smoking ceremony led by Uncle Dozer, as a symbol of bringing communities together.

Mayor Dean Rees said it was important local residents took time on Australia Day to address reconciliation.

“This Australia Day is all about all of our community reflecting on the past and celebrating our future,” he said.

“This Australia Day will be more inclusive than ever, as we take the time to reflect on the

past and celebrate the future.

“Australia Day is a fantastic opportunity for people from all backgrounds to come together to celebrate what we love about our country and what it means to be Australian.”

As part of the reconciliation effort, the 2022 citizen of the year recipient will join five previous winners in having their handprint carved into Apex Park’s Murmungun Rock as part of a traditional ceremony during National Reconciliation Week later this year.

Other Australia Day celebrations throughout the rural city’s nearby towns include:  Boorhaman: From 8am, community breakfast followed by flag raising and Australia Day address.  Carboor: From 6pm, community barbecue, flag lowering at 8pm followed by speeches. Children’s activities throughout the evening.  Cheshunt: From 6:30pm,

under the age of 25,” she said.

“Our young people and our inexperienced drivers are at risk and over represented in our road toll.

“Be cautious when travelling near heavy vehicles or vehicles towing caravans - road users need to be conscious of other road users.”

Alcohol and drug testing vehicles are also expected to maintain a strong presence on Victorian roads, with local police to be on the lookout after some 24 drug or alcohol related offences were recorded in the Wangaratta region during the Christmas period.

Some 2758 alcohol and drug tests were carried out

by Wangaratta police officers during Christmas’ Operation Roadwise.

CELEBRATING TRADITION: The Damu Dance group, led by Kyrie, Tom, Jarrah, Damien, Bradley, Eli and Uncle Dozer, will perform a traditional dance at today’s Australia Day ceremony.

community barbecue with meat and sweets supplied. BYO salad to share.  Everton: From 8am, community breakfast and local achiever award under the new barbecue shelter, followed by games and competitions.  Glenrowan: From 11am, flag raising ceremony and awards, followed by refreshments and a sausage sizzle served by the Knights Rugby Football Club.  Hamilton Park: From

8:30am, community breakfast among the gumtrees followed by flag raising and award presentations.  Moyhu: From 8:30am, community breakfast, flag raising ceremony, speeches and awards.  North Wangaratta: From 10:30am, presentation of storyboards followed by morning tea and tours of Wangaratta Clay Target Club.  Peechelba: From 8:30am,

community breakfast and flag raising.  Tarrawingee: From 8am, community breakfast followed by official ceremony.  Whorouly: From 9am, barbecue breakfast, national anthem and award ceremony followed by morning tea and coffee with scones.

NB: Events at Eldorado, Greta, Milawa/Oxley, Murmungee and Springhurst were canceled.

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NGV kids tour comes to town CHILDREN got creative when the National Gallery of Victoria Kids on Tour 2022 program visited Wangaratta last week. Hosted by the Wangaratta Art Gallery, the fully booked craft sessions were an opportunity for families to have fun and add a bit of colour to the school holidays.

PHOTOS: Nick Richards

FAMILY AFFAIR: Taking part were Kristy, Georgie, Edith, Polly and Amelia Neville.

ALL TOGETHER: Also putting pen to paper was Logan Ring.

FUN TIMES: Annabell and Clara Batters enjoyed the session.

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HELPING HAND: Denise and Evelyn Sear-Pirko played together.

TEAMWORK: Annika Carson, Emma Edwards and Iris Angikiamo had fun together.

CREATIVE PLAY: Tuhaniu Angikiamo had plenty of materials to choose from.

ART SHOW: Mac Philips and friend show their finished works.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY SOCIAL FOCUS

THE TIME OF OUR LIVES

ARIES

(March 21 to April 19) You’re eager to take on that new opportunity opening up as January gives way to February. Now all you need to do is resist quitting too early. Do your best to stay with it.

TAURUS

YOUNGSTERS around the rural city found plenty of ways to keep themselves amused over the school holidays. Chronicle photographer Nick Richards visited a few of the most popular haunts to capture the action.

(April 20 to May 20) Doff a bit of that careful, conservative outlook and let your brave Bovine self take a chance on meeting that new challenge. You could be surprised at how well you do.

GEMINI

(May 21 to June 20) You might not want to return to the more serious tasks facing you. But you know it’s what you must do. Cheer up. Something more pleasant will soon occupy your time.

CANCER

(June 21 to July 22) As you dutifully tidy your end-of-the-month tasks, your fun self emerges to urge you to do something special: A trip (or a cruise, maybe?) could be just what you need.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Your achievements are admirable as you close out the month with a roar. Now you can treat yourself to some wellearned time off for fun with family or friends.

(Or both!)

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Be

sure you know the facts before you assume someone is holding back on your project. Try to open your mind before you give someone a piece of it.

LIBRA

(September 23 to October 22) You might feel comfortable in your familiar surroundings, but it might be time to venture into something new. There’s a challenge out there that’s just right for you.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November

 Jagger and Jas Vlaskic in the shade at the splash park.

21) Your love of things that are new gets a big boost as you encounter a situation that opens up new and exciting vistas. How far you go with it depends on you.

SAGITTARIUS

(November 22 to December 21) That recent workplace shift might not seem to be paying off as you expected. But be patient. There are changes coming that could make a big difference.

CAPRICORN

(December 22 to January 19) While few can match the Goat’s fiscal wizardry, you still need to be wary in your dealings. There might be a problem you should know about sooner rather than later.

 Matthew and Hamish Graham with Alex Philpott at the Wangaratta Supa Bowl.

 Nathan, Kobe, and Brody Rawlings at the Wangaratta Supa Bowl.

 Myah, Mark and Shelley Pollard have just had a refresh at the splash park.

 Callum and Rhys Bailey at the skate park.

AQUARIUS

(January 20 to February 18) Easy does it when it comes to love and all the other good things in life. Don’t try to force them to develop on your schedule. Best to let it happen naturally.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A

surprise decision by someone you trust causes some stormy moments. But a frank discussion explains everything, and helps save a cherished relationship.

 Luca Earle at the splash park.

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Two new roles on offer in Startup Shakeup

PLANS IN PLACE: Appin Park Primary School principal Fiona Carson with one of the air purifiers delivered to the school in readiness for the start of term one.

PHOTO: Simone Kerwin

Locals prepare for term one under state’s back to school plan ■

From page 1 The local principals said one of the challenges of the 2022 COVID settings would be managing staff absences created by COVID infections.

“It will be a challenge, but I’m confident we will endeavour to keep the environment as safe as possible,” Ms Downie said.

“I’m hoping that the vaccination rate will continue to reduce the impact of the virus.”

Ms Carson said there was already some difficulty securing casual relief teachers (CRTs), so if

a number of staff were impacted by isolation requirements at once, it could cause issues.

“I think it will be a difficulty we will possibly face, as CRTs will also need to have been vaccinated,” she said. “(The call for retired and inactive teachers to assist) might extend the pool - we will have to wait and see. For a lot of us, it will be a waiting game,” she said.

Ms Bootes agreed this could pose a challenge for regional schools.

School staff must receive a third

dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by February 25 if they are already eligible, or within three months and two weeks of receiving a second dose, to continue working in education settings. The voluntary vaccination rollout continues for young people aged five and over.

Ms Carson said it was important for schools to maintain a positive outlook on the plan for term one.

“We’ve had two really tough years, and I think we were all hopeful that this year would start a little better than it did, but we

hope to continue with our planned camps and swimming programs and just go in and give it a go,” Ms Carson said.

“We’ve learnt how flexible we can be and how adaptable we are to change, and the communication between families and schools has grown, so we’re really looking forward to the start of the year.”

Ms Downie said: “We’ll take it one day at a time with a positive attitude, and look at what we can do and how we can do it, and just keep supporting each other.”

STARTUP Shakeup, which aims to grow the North East’s startup ecosystem for entrepreneurs, investors and supporters, is looking to fill two part-time roles in its team.

Ilena Young, Startup Shakeup managing director and chief executive officer, said the roles may be ideally suited to someone seeking a change at the start of the New Year, in a position which could make a real difference across the region.

The roles are for a three day per week program coordinator, and a two day per week marketing and communications coordinator.

More information, including a position description for each role, is available by contacting Ilena Young on 0427 283 101.

Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday, February 1.

Live music at the rural city’s Outdoor Ball THE Rural City of Wangaratta will present the annual Outdoor Ball on Saturday, February 12 at Merriwa Park from 6pm.

Bring your own picnic hamper or indulge in the range of local beers, wine and gourmet food available for purchase, with music by German Silva and his band Vatos Locus.

The event is free for all to attend, however tables for 10 can be booked in prime viewing spot for $80, or byo picnic rugs and chairs (strictly no BYO).

More vax appointments open at clinics ELIGIBLE school and early childhood staff will be added to the list of workers in key sectors who must receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by February 25.

To accommodate the extra demand for vaccines, South Wangaratta and Docker Street Medical Centre have made more

booster vaccination appointments including on Sundays.

South Wangaratta Medical Centre will open Sunday, January 30 from 9am to 1pm to enable educators to access the vaccination service before returning to school.

Educators and school staff can make COVID-19 booster

vaccination appointments online via the clinic website or by calling the clinics during business hours.

Those who are not yet eligible must can get their third dose within three months and two weeks of receiving a second dose to continue working in education settings.

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Australia Day a celebration for all ANOTHER Australia Day is upon us, and while debate continues to rage about the appropriateness of January 26 as the date going forward, the local celebration this year has made extensive efforts to establish common ground among local residents.

Locally, Australia Day has prioritised reconciliation with the rich cultural heritage in the North East, with a traditional smoking ceremony and indigenous dancing set to take centre stage at today‘s Wangaratta awards ceremony.

The inclusion of key local indigenous figures such as Uncle Dozer in the celebration, as well as the tradition of carving the handprint of each citizen of the year recipient into Apex Park‘s Murmungun Rock as part of a traditional ceremony, are key steps the city has taken to increase collaboration with the local indigenous community.

To its credit, Wangaratta council has actively sought to create unity among local cultures for today‘s celebration, providing important indigenous representation at a ceremony which acknowledges the tireless efforts of local residents, and welcomes new citizens alike.

Australia Day is a day to enjoy the weather, celebrate our beautiful country and appreciate the situation we find ourselves in, particularly after a dire two years heavily impacted by COVID. While things have been challenging in recent years, compared to many nations, we are still the lucky country.

Enjoy the holiday and get down to your local ceremony and show your support for these initiatives, for while debate about the date is set to continue, January 26, 2022 is a day for all Australians to celebrate together.

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Kellie Webster: Dianne Brooker does this change things for you?

Dianne Brooker: Kellie Webster not sure, missed a call 2 hours ago. They left a message to say they would ring back for my admission instructions. Have to see what happens Monday

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Kelly Leanne Zuch: It’s good to see this but also even if we have a sniffle we can’t go see our GPs even if we feel we really need to.

Suzanne Smith: Though there are nurses in their community they will not employ but are happy for them to work at other hospitals Eileen Dinning: What a wonderful Hospital we have and such dedicated staff

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FACEBOOK users this week also commented on tennis player Nick Kyrgios,

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Jack Carruthers: Blokes the complete package. Highly skilled. An entertainer at times a funny bloke. The Tennis purists Dont rate him. They prefer the robotic type. However Nick draws people to an otherwise extremely boring game and TV ratings are at their highest when he is playing..

Kelly Clarke: NO ! He is not interested in the tennis as much as he is at being a

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Paul Crabb: Let someone that is fairdinkum about playing have his spot . Show off spoiled brat , blowing up at umpires all the time , poor sportsman !

Heidrun Kneebone: He is one player in a field of many.

Not even in the top 10.

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Fox seeks WSAC management change I HAVE written a letter to the Rural City of Wangaratta CEO Brendan McGrath and Mayor Dean Rees asking them that they immediately consider leasing out the operation of the Barr Reserve complex.

It is my view that management under direction from council has no hope whatsoever of developing this $40,000,000 complex to its maximum financial potential whether that be profit or loss and its maximum potential as an enjoyment facility for the people of Wangaratta.

I have taken no interest in the fitness centre nor the indoor pools, however, I drive past the outdoor pool almost daily and at no time have I seen more than 25 people in that pool.

I am well aware that the pandemic has had a negative effect on numbers but please don’t use this as a reason or excuse.

I have asked council to erect signage directing local and visiting potential customers to the facility.

This has been met with a blunt no from senior management much to my regret.

Brian Fox, Wangaratta

FACEBOOK users this week commented on Northeast Health Wangaratta officially moving to ‘code brown’ in response to the pandemic.

A faster fix for lack of road funding THERE has been significant state-wide commentary over the last fortnight in response to the State Labor Government’s plan to cut the speed limit across our country road network.

When Labor assumed government in 2014, they swiftly axed the Liberal and Nationals’ well-supported Country Roads and Bridges program that was maintaining roads and rebuilding deteriorating bridges across the state.

Since that time, Labor has neglected our road and bridge infrastructure, with funding being cut to the bone - another 25 per cent reduction in the current budget period alone.

When it comes to our bridges, Victoria is allocating a mere $20 million a year to slap a band aid across them.

That’s compared to NSW’s annual $500 million fund to maintain and replace their bridge infrastructure.

Labor’s lazy policy amounts to nothing more than a scandalous act of sticking their head in the sand and ignoring the issue.

Disappointingly, there is now a very real concern that Victoria’s crumbling road network is risking the lives of freighters and commuters.

Those of us who live and work in regional Victoria look on and see mega-projects being installed across Melbourne, all while we struggle for basic roads.

Should Australia Day continue to be celebrated on January 26?

OUT AND ABOUT: Residents of the King Valley have been making the most of the warm weather this week, including this jacky dragon who found himself on top of the world and enjoying the view.

PHOTO: Anita McPherson We don’t begrudge the $52 billion being spent on these projects.

We object to the people living in country towns and regional cities not getting their fair share.

The bitter pill we refuse to swallow is the total disrespect and lack of accountability Labor takes when spending taxpayer’s money - your money.

The gross negligence on the West Gate Tunnel and Melbourne Metro projects sits at approximately $6 billion alone.

If I factor in the cost over-runs on all major projects in Melbourne, that cost blows out to a waste of $23 billion taxpayer dollars.

That is $23 billion of your money that has gone towards absolutely nothing. Except for the bulging coffers of the contractors bungling these projects under the nose of the state government.

That money could revolutionise our road network, and so much more.

Yet regional Victorians sit, looking patiently to the horizon, hoping that Labor’s city-centric government will someday remember that Victoria extends past the outskirts of Melbourne.

Peter Walsh Victorian Nationals leader

Help fight the biggest killer this February EVERY 10 minutes an Australian suffers a heart attack.

Sadly, many do not survive with 48 Australians dying every single day from heart disease

- someone’s family member, wife, husband, or special friend that means the world to them.

Given that heart disease is our biggest killer, it would be impossible for all Australian communities to not be impacted in some way.

The simple fact is that there is still so much for us to learn about heart disease and research saves lives.

Heart Research Australia aims to reduce the devastating impact heart disease has on families and the community by supporting worldclass and emerging researchers to conduct ground-breaking research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease.

That’s why this February we invite all Australians to get involved with REDFEB, heart health awareness month, to raise much-needed funds for ground-breaking research into heart disease.

Nicci Dent CEO Heart Research Australia

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NEW boss to tackle water, sewage issues NORTH East Water (NEW) has welcomed its new managing director, Jo Murdoch, to oversee the region's water and sewer services.

She joins the corporation from Barwon Water in Geelong with extensive water sector and local government experience.

Ms Murdoch said it is a tremendous privilege to lead a passionate and talented team dedicated to supporting the health and prosperity of Victoria's North East region.

Operating out of centres in Wodonga, Wangaratta, Benalla, Yarrawonga, Corryong, Beechworth, Mount Beauty and Myrtleford, North East Water provides critical water and sewerage services to more than 110,000 people across a 20,000 square kilometre area.

“I look forward to building on the important work North East Water and the Victorian water sector is doing to respond to critical challenges such as water security, climate change, population growth and protecting the environment,” Ms Murdoch said.

• Jo Murdoch “This includes working with regional partners to increase the use of renewable energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and expand the use of recycled water for productive purposes.

“I’m keen to explore any opportunity that is both good for the environment and good for our customers.”

NEW chair Cath Botta said the board is delighted to have Ms Murdoch start in the role as managing director.

“Jo brings a wealth of relevant experience to the corporation and will be an enormous asset to the organisation,” Ms Botta said.

The board is looking forward to working with Jo and

addressing some of the important challenges affecting water and sewer services in our region.”

Ms Murdoch said she was also passionate about continuing to support customers, community and staff through the pandemic.

“North East Water has a range of support services to help anyone experiencing financial difficulty due to coronavirus (COVID-19) or other reasons,” she said.

“Just reach out and we will be here to offer support.”

Ms Murdoch said a priority in her first three months would be visiting all parts of the service region to strengthen relationships with local communities, with a focus on meeting Traditional Owners, councils, business and community groups.

“I’m wanting to learn about their priorities, discuss mutual opportunities and challenges, and look at proactive ways of working together,” she said.

Ms Murdoch commenced her five-year term in the role last Thursday.

ACTIVATE SERVICE: Ovens Valley MP Tim McCurdy has called on the Minister for Transport Ben Carroll to allow an existing bus to be used as a transport service by residents.

MP calls for Glenrowan bus service WANGARATTA-based Ovens Valley MP Tim McCurdy has written to the Minister for Public Transport, Ben Carroll, urging for Glenrowan’s public transport shortage to be resolved.

The Nationals’ local member said Glenrowan is famously known as the town where the Ned Kelly siege took place all those years ago, yet this small town has been left off the map when it comes to public transport services.

“For instance, the North East train line from Melbourne to Wodonga no longer stops in Glenrowan, making the need for bus services even more paramount,” Mr McCurdy said.

“The solution is simple - the services are already available through the Greta West

Primary School bus route, this service now just needs to be utilised.

“I ask the Minister for Public Transport to enable this change to allow for the empty bus to instead be used by Glenrowan residents, specifically elderly residents to commute to Wangaratta and back without having to drive themselves.”

Mr McCurdy said the proposed solution would be an ideal mode of transport for residents of Glenrowan and help them get to and from Wangaratta without any hassles.

He said he will share the response, once received from the Minister for Public Transport, with the community.

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Vic hospital ‘code brown’ still needed VICTORIA’S unprecedented hospital emergency settings will remain in place, with health services still under “enormous strain” from the Omicron wave of COVID-19.

A first system-wide “code brown” declaration was enacted in Melbourne hospitals and six regional ones last week, as health authorities forecast up to 2500 virus patients by early February.

It was slated to last four to six weeks, although would be constantly reviewed.

Since then, Victorian

health services deputy controller Adam Horsburgh said there had been a drop in triple-zero calls and emergency presentations.

The number of healthcare staff forced into the isolation as confirmed COVID-19 cases or close contacts has also fallen from more than 4000, to about 3500 on any given day.

The easing shortage has been attributed to increased availability of rapid tests to release workers from isolation and more staff ending their seven-day quarantine

period than beginning it.

Despite the situation improving, Mr Horsburgh said the system is still under “enormous strain”.

“Therefore, we do think that the code brown setting is still the appropriate response at this point in time,” he told reporters on Tuesday.

One in five calls to triple zero are still not for emergencies and Mr Horsburgh said many people with COVID often ring or attend hospitals because they don’t know how to access

advice or support.

To help more Victorians with mild COVID-19 symptoms recover from home, the state government is launching a new advertising campaign for its pathway program to run on TV, radio and social media platforms.

“For those who are experiencing severe symptoms, the campaign explains what to look for,” Health Minister Martin Foley said.

Opposition Leader Matthew Guy said the government should be prioritising the resumption of elective

surgery, not a TV advertising campaign.

“They are needed. People are not doing this for fun,” he said.

Victoria’s hospital patient numbers jumped by 59 to 1057 on Tuesday, after falling slightly in recent days.

There remain 119 people in intensive care, with 45 of those on a ventilator.

It comes after Victoria recorded its highest daily COVID-19 death toll since its second wave.

A further 14,836 infections and 29 virus-related

FREE USE: The Aboriginal flag can now be used by everyone without the spectre of legal action.

deaths were reported in the state, 12 of which were people who died in the past two days.

The deaths are the most tallied in a single day since September 4, 2020, when Victoria posted 59 fatalities amid Melbourne’s 112-day lockdown.

The grim result came two years to the day since Australia’s first case of COVID-19, then known as the novel coronavirus, was confirmed in a man who earlier flew to Melbourne from Wuhan.

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Indigenous advocates welcome the freed flag THE freeing of the Aboriginal flag for public use has been celebrated by advocates who have been pushing for its use in the public domain for years.

Laura Thompson was issued a cease and desist notice in 2019 after selling t-shirts with the flag on them, leading to her two-and-a-half year free the flag campaign.

“To know that all Australians can use it, and Aboriginal people can use it without payment or fear or permission, it’s a great day,”

she told the ABC. The flag was previously owned by the flag’s designer Harold Thomas and a non-Indigenous clothing company.

It is now freely available for public use after the federal government completed a $20 million deal to take ownership of its copyright.

It comes after a number of Indigenous groups were sent cease and desist warnings for using the flag in an apparent breach of copyright.

Minister for Indigenous Austral-

ians Ken Wyatt said the change was “profoundly important for all Australians”, adding “no one can take it away”.

“Over the last 50 years we made Harold Thomas’ artwork our own we marched under the Aboriginal flag, stood behind it, and flew it high as a point of pride,” he said.

“In reaching this agreement to resolve the copyright issues, all Australians can freely display and use the flag to celebrate Indigenous culture.”

Melburnians are using too much water MELBURNIANS don’t know how much water they are using - but it’s too much.

However, if each person could reduce their consumption by four litres a day it will likely help protect Victoria from future shortages, suppliers say.

A recent survey conducted by Melbourne’s water corporations found most Melburnians admit they don’t know the recommended water usage or what they are using themselves.

Water restrictions are not currently in place across Melbourne, but that hasn’t

always been the case.

Permanent water-saving rules were introduced by the state government in 2011, after six years of restrictions, and target individual water usage to be no higher than 155 litres a day.

The current average usage is 159 litres a day, four litres higher than recommended.

With Melbourne’s population forecast to almost double by 2051 and the changing environment affecting water storages over the next 30 years, the pressure is on to help secure

water supplies.

Belinda Shore, from Forest Hill in Melbourne’s east, came up with a way to pump her bath water over her roof and into her garden.

“Mum was from the country, in the Wimmera region, so for her every drop was precious and that’s how we were brought up,” Ms Shore told AAP. During the 2004 drought, she bought a long plastic tube with a hand pump in the middle from her local hardware store and away she went.

-AAP.

Carroll and Richardson Flagworld will remain the exclusive licensed manufacturer and provider of Aboriginal flags and bunting.

But Flagworld won’t restrict individuals from making their own flag for personal use.

As part of the deal, the Commonwealth will put all future royalties received from Flagworld’s sale of the flag towards the work of NAIDOC. As well, an annual scholarship in Mr Thomas’ honour will be provided to Indigenous students and

an original painting celebrating the flag’s 50th anniversary will be displayed by the government.

Mr Thomas said he will use $2 million to make an Australian Aboriginal Flag Legacy not-for-profit.

“The Aboriginal flag design is my dreaming, intertwined with my wife’s family and mine, our ancestral belonging,” he said.

“The flag represents the timeless history of our land and our people’s time on it. It is an introspection and appreciation of who we are. -AAP

Grace Tame’s awkward meeting with Morrison OUTGOING Australian of the Year Grace Tame and Prime Minister Scott Morrison have had an awkward meeting in Canberra.

Attending Tuesday’s Australian of the Year Awards morning tea, Ms Tame stood stony faced for a photograph next to the prime minister at The Lodge.

She appeared to reluctantly shake Mr Morrison’s hand without meeting the prime minister’s eyes.

Ms Tame is a survivor of child sexual abuse and has been vocal in her criticism of the coalition government’s

response to women’s safety issues.

Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese later thanked Ms Tame for her “quite extraordinary courage and her fierce advocacy”.

“Grace, you’ve inspired countless Australians and you’ve earned enormous respect,” he said during an address to the National Press Club.

“The events that occurred in parliament ... constituted a powerful wake-up call.

“But we’ve had so many wake-up calls. We have no excuse to wait for another.”

Liberal senator Hollie Hughes tweeted Ms Tame’s demeanour during the meeting with Mr Morrison was “immature!”

LNP senator James McGrath criticised Ms Tame for being “partisan, political and childish”.

“The important issues raised by last year’s Australian of the Year must continue to be addressed by all of us,” he wrote on Facebook.

“It is a pity her behaviour and attacks on our prime minister are so partisan, political and childish.

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THE CHRONICLE, Wednesday, January 26, 2022 - Page 9

Speed limits marked to drop

By STEVE KELLY

Concern over reducing country limits instead of fixing roads

THE State Government has hit back at claims by the Victorian opposition deputy leader over plans to reduce speed limits to 80kph on country roads instead of fixing more road surfaces to reduce the risk of accidents.

Nationals MP Steph Ryan described the move as “lazy” and said reducing speed limits on regional roads doesn’t fill potholes, fill cracks or stop roads completely falling apart.

However, a government spokesperson said there were no plans for blanket

80kph speed reductions on arterial country roads and changes would be assessed on a case by case basis.

“Local roads change at the request of the local council, and any speed limit changes will continue to be assessed on a case by case basis,” the spokesperson told the Wangaratta Chronicle.

Ms Ryan said the government cut the road maintenance budget by 25 per cent last year.

“At the same time as cut-

political point-scoring by the Victorian Liberal and National parties on the important issue of reducing the number of lives lost on our roads,” the government spokesperson said.

“A bipartisan parliamentary inquiry into the road toll recommended the speed limit on all rural and regional roads undergo a review - including support from a Liberal member and the Transport Matters Party.

“The proof is in the pro-

a Labor majority and the recommendation was vigorously opposed by Opposition MPs so any attempt to sell this as a bipartisan initiative is dishonest,” she claimed.

The government labelled Ms Ryan’s assertion as nothing more than a cheap political trick, and said the Liberal Nationals Government in 2012/13 slashed the roads budget to just $388 million with regional road resurfacing targets cut by 60 per cent at the time.

“Once again, this is cheap

ting funding for road maintenance in country areas, Labor is pouring $52 billion into four transport projects in metropolitan Melbourne - including six billion which has just been wasted on poor project management,” she said.

The recommendation to lower some speed limits came from a parliamentary committee, but Ms Ryan questioned the legitimacy and weight of the outcome.

“The committee that recommended this change had

cess - even the minority report identified there may be circumstances where speed changes are required.”

Around 30 per cent of fatal crashes and 15 per cent of serious injury crashes in Victoria occur on the 180,000km of lower standard and lower volume rural roads that are currently limited at 100kph.

The Department of Transport reports that it continuously monitors speed limits across the road network, along with local councils, to ensure set limits are appropriate while also assessing whether future improvements may be needed.

Initial works to bolster WSAC set to start tomorrow mence tomorrow, beginning with upgrades over the next six weeks to the existing changerooms and toilets to improve accessibility.

“There will be some disruption to the usage of the family accessible change rooms as well as the male and female change rooms and patrons will be directed to alternative amenities within the facility during this time,” Rural City of Wangaratta director infrastructure services Marcus Goonan said.

“Extensive stakeholder consultation with local sporting clubs and WSAC

MAJOR upgrades to the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre (WSAC) are set to commence following Rural City of Wangaratta receiving a $5.46 million grant from the State Government’s Community Sports Infrastructure Stimulus Fund.

The project will include additional multipurpose courts, an upgraded show court to competition-level, a gym expansion almost doubling the existing size, and improved accessibility to existing change rooms and amenities within the facility.

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Bluey’s Big Play comes to town in February THE countdown is on, with only a week to go until the Heelers arrive in Wangaratta for Bluey’s Big Play at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre.

Audiences can’t wait to catch Bluey, her younger sister Bingo and their parents Bandit and Chilli, in what is their first live theatre show.

For those who don’t know, Bluey is a six year old Blue Heeler pup who loves to play.

Her parents and teacher give her lots of time to practice, which means she’s become very good at inventing games, helping everyone choose their roles and deciding on the rules.

Her favourite games are ones that involve lots of other kids and grown-ups (especially her dad) and she mainly likes to pretend she’s a grown up doing grownup things herself.

In this show, when Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday arvo time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans.

Everyone is welcome to join them as they pull out all of the games and ingenuity at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag.

Bluey’s Big Play is a brandnew theatrical adaptation of the award-winning children’s television series, with an

WHAT’S ON

Self Made market in Wangaratta THE next Wangaratta Self Made market will be held in Apex Park on Friday afternoon.

There will be handmade goods galore, as well as food, music and free family entertainment from 4pm until 8pm with entry by gold coin donation.

Questions answered in theatre show AGE collides with experience as innovative production “I’ve Been Meaning To Ask You” arrives at the Butter Factory Theatre in Wodonga this week.

Audiences young and old come together in a revealing one-hour-tell-all, where adults take a back seat as a powerful group of nine to 13 year olds, direct from the community, tackle the answers they receive to the questions they’ve always wanted to know.

Featuring a cast of local young working with one of Queensland’s most exciting independent companies, The Good Room, HotHouse Theatre is presenting the shows which are ideal for families during the school holidays, with tickets at www. hothousetheatre.com.au.

Hughies album launch and fundraiser

FAMILY FUN: The award-winning children’s television series Bluey will be brought to life on stage at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre next week. original story by Bluey’s creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Brisbane’s Beethoven and Bluey composer, Joff Bush.

Made just for their fans, it features brilliantly created

puppets, with Bluey brought to real life as you’ve never seen before.

Two shows will be held on Tuesday, February 1 and two shows on Wednesday,

February 2 at family friendly times and there are still limited tickets available.

Find out more or book by visiting www.wpacc.com.au/ Whats-On/Blueys-Big-Play.

LOCAL performer Ian Hughes will launch his new album, Hughie’s Hot Rod Country at the Vine Hotel in North Wangaratta on Sunday, February 6 from 1pm until 5pm.

The fundraising event will feature live entertainment, with a line-up including Chloe Jade, Soundcanvas, Intensity Duo and Johnnys Green Room.

There will also be special guests and DJs, with tickets $5 per person and funds raised going to the Wangaratta prostate cancer support group.

Tickets are available at www.thevinehotel. net.au/event-details/hughies-album-launchfundraiser.

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KING VALLEY NEWS

Covering Moyhu, Edi, Myrrhee, Whitfield, Cheshunt and Whitlands areas

Breakfast in Moyhu for Australia Day BEGIN Australia Day with a sausage sizzle at the Moyhu Lions Park this morning from 8.30am (byo chairs) with the flag raising and awards to be presented from around 9.30am.

All are welcome to the community event.

Cheshunt Australia Day supper AUSTRALIA Day will be celebrated with a barbecue at the Cheshunt Hall today from 6.30pm.

All are welcome with meat and sweets provided (byo salad to share).

King Valley CWA meeting TEAM EFFORT: Members including Gus Brond, Greg Rosser, Dan Shanahan and Graeme Stanyer are among those contributing their time to help support the Whitfield and District Golf Club and maintain its impressive course.

PHOTO: Anita McPherson

Have fun and show support for Whitfield’s golf club PREPARATIONS are underway for the Whitfield and District Golf Club Membership Drive 2022, which will be held in the Swinburne Pavilion at the Whitfield Recreation Reserve on Sunday, February 6.

The event is the club’s major community gathering for the year and raises significant funds towards its operation.

President Greg Rosser said the nonprofit community service organisation had endured a challenging couple of years and the annual membership drive will be one of the most important events in the club’s 60-year history as well as being a great community gettogether.

He said like many other clubs, most of its normal sources of income had

WANGARATTA Senior Citizens Club carpet bowls will run tomorrow and on Monday from 12 noon.

Euchre will be held on Friday at 1.30pm, with cards (500) and hoy on Tuesday, also from 1.30pm, at the clubrooms in Tara Court, off Ford Street.

WANGARATTA AL-Anon Family Group meets on Tuesdays from 1.30pm to 3pm at the backstage meeting room at St Patrick’s Hall in Ford Street.

All welcome. If your life has been affected by someone else’s drinking,

been severely eroded by COVID-19, while inclement weather had also curtailed many of its regular events.

“Unfortunately, the club’s expenses do not dry up and course upkeep and maintenance is a costly business - with fuel and service to tractors and mowers among the major overheads,” he said.

“Fortunately, club volunteers provide the labour component of the large workload, and their contribution to providing locals and the ever-increasing numbers of visitors to our region with a classy and picturesque golfing facility, is simply outstanding.”

Mr Rosser said when costed, the number of work hours contributed by volunteers equates to around $50,000 per annum, which is significant for a small, rural club.

SOCIAL CALENDAR this group may be for you.

Contact David on 0403 552 950.

ELDORADO Carpet Bowls is held every Thursday from 12.45pm.

All events are held at the Eldorado Community Hall.

GROW, a peer support group for mental wellbeing, meets at Benalla’s Waminda Community House, 19

He said those hours also contribute to providing the community with a place where people can come together to socialise, exercise and play golf on a quality course.

“The selfless efforts of Graeme Stanyer, Dan Shanahan, Gus Brond, Merv Porter and the committee members of the Whitfield & District Golf Club deserves very special acknowledgement,” he said.

The club’s efforts to fundraise are even more pressing this year, with both their much-overworked mower and long-serving fridge having broken down recently.

The community is encouraged to show their support by purchasing a ticket to the drive and help it cover operational costs and re-

place essential equipment.

The event will be held on Sunday, February 6 from 12pm to 4pm, with the ticket price of $50 per person including a chicken and salad lunch (including beer, wine and soft drink) and the chance to win cash prizes, including a $3000 major prize.

The ticket also includes 12 months membership of the golf club, with unlimited play.

Tickets are available from committee members or by calling 0418 364 828 and details can be provided for bank transfer payment.

Those attending will not only be able to enjoy a fun, social day with friends and neighbours, but will also be supporting an important, community asset.

Ballintine Street, on Mondays from 10.30am.

All welcome, no cost, phone 0448 052 769 for more information.

Saturday of every month, and the group welcomes new and current members. Current COVID requirements are observed.

For further information, contact Colleen on 0427 221138.

WANGARATTA Concert Band rehearses on Mondays from 7pm to 8.30pm at the Avian Park Raceway Band Room in Newman Street.

SATURDAY Quilters will hold their next meeting at the Wangaratta Small Bore Rifle Club, located off the river end of College Street, on Saturday, February 5 from 10am to 3pm.

Meetings are held on the first

WANGARATTA Area Suicide Prevention (WASP) will hold its next meeting on Thursday, February 17 from 5.30pm at the Wangaratta Library.

All welcome.

TO include your group’s activities in this listing, email the details to skerwin@nemedia.com.au.

THE King Valley CWA will hold its next meeting at the King Valley Community Memorial Hall (former RSL in Whitfield) on Tuesday, February 1 from 6.30pm.

All interested are welcome to attend.

King Valley arts grants KING Valley Arts is proud to offer small grants of up to $1,000 to people for projects or initiatives which enrich the King Valley arts culture.

Anyone with a fabulous idea for an arts-based project who needs help to get it off the ground, is encouraged to apply.

King Valley Arts 2022 Arts Culture Grant application forms are available at www.kingvalleyarts. com.au or email hello@kingvalleyarts. com.au with applications closing on February 28.

Community lunch in Cheshunt THE next King Valley community lunch for residents will be held at the Cheshunt Hall on Thursday, February 3 from 12pm.

RSVP is required one week prior by contacting Lyn on 0427 270 551 or 5729 8383.

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If you are looking for a new challenge in an energetic and stimulating environment with a long standing publisher, we would encourage you to forward your covering letter and CV (including two referees) to: Danny Fogarty, Print Manager, North East Media 37 Rowan Street, Wangaratta VIC 3677 dfogarty@nemedia.com.au All applications are regarded as private and confidential. Award wages apply.

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EMPLOYMENT

Wangaratta Chronicle Cadet Journalist Career Opportunity Full time 38 hours per week

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

Looking for a change of direction?

Personal Notices GRIFFITHS, Walter Archibald (Wally).

Passed away peacefully in his sleep, Monday, January 24, 2022 at his home in Benalla.

Born in Wangaratta 90 years ago, Wally rejoins Beryl, the love of his life, for eternity.

Father of Greg, Phillip and Raymond.

Father-in-law of Sue, Michelle and Lindsay.

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Grandfather of Barry, Julie, Victoria, Trevor, Duncan, Shane and Jake.

Great grandfather of Lachy, Layla, Nora, Edward and Alby.

Much loved and missed by all.

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MEMBERS of the Northeast Radio Control Car Club gathered at Mitchell Avenue last Saturday to test their vehicles in competition.

New members are always welcome.

For more information contact president Matthew Johnson-Begg on 0467 974 305. f INTO HIS CARS: Gordon Flighty

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A STUDENT’S ability to apply themselves during their schooling is a large part of how they perform in VCE, but there are many other factors that contribute their desired outcome such as getting into a university course of their choice.

Despite students dealing with adversity from the pandemic in 2020 and the touted country-city education divide, they performed reasonably well judging by the VCE study scores released by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCCA).

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Wangaratta students compare admirably

ting a slightly better percentage of 40+ scores at 3.6pc compared to Cathedral’s 3.3pc. skelly@ nemedia.com.au But while Wangaratta High School had a lesser meWangaratta’s three sec- dian study score at 26, it was ondary schools stack up well better than Galen and Cathewhen compared to others dral with a 40+ percentage of across the region and even 3.9. several metropolitan counAcross the region Goulterparts across the state. burn Valley Grammar School Galen Catholic College in Shepparton had a median and Cathedral College both 35 with 21.6pc achieving achieved a median study 40+, placing it 30th best in score of 29 with Galen get- Victoria.

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Beechworth Secondary College had a median study score of 29, but it was its 40+ score that was a standout with 13.7pc reaching the A grade figure.

Benalla P-12 College had a median study score of 26, with zero over 40+, while FCJ College Benalla had a strong median of 30 with 6pc of scores 40+.

Euroa Secondary College’s dux achieved one of the highest scores in the region with a 98.55 ATAR.

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Mansfield Secondary College had a median of 29 with 1.3pc of scores 40+.

Myrtleford P-12 College had a median of 28 with 3.9pc of scores 40+, while Marian College had a median of 28 with zero scores 40+.

Mount Beauty Secondary College had a median of 28, with 2.7pc of scores 40+.

Wodonga Senior Secondary College had a median score of 23, with 1.1pc of scores 40+, while Catholic

College Wodonga had a median of 29, with 3.2pc 40+.

Yarrawonga College P-12 was a median of 28 with 3.3pc of scores 40+.

The top three schools in Victoria were Bialik College in Hawthorn that had a median of 38 with 39.9pc of scores 40+, Mount Scopus Memorial College was next with 38 and 39.7pc, with Ballarat Clarendon College third with 38 and 38.4pc.

For the full results visit vcaa.vic.adu.au.

Wang Repair Café returns THE Wang Repair Café will hold its next event tomorrow at Apex Park from 8am until 12pm.

The café will have some t-shirt rugs for sale as well as other items, and cash donations as well as donations of unwanted Christmas presents for them to sell would be appreciated, as the volunteer-run organisation seeks assistance to cover its operating costs and ensure its continuation.

Bring items in need of repair to the park tomorrow morning where volunteers will be on hand to help bring them back to life.

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(left) and Amy Henderson were celebrating

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WANGARATTA High School year 12 graduates Kayla Fisher and Amy Henderson were among hundreds of local students, and tens of thousands around the state, who received their first round university offers yesterday.

The pair are both interested in humanitarian work and development, and were offered their first choice course at their chosen universities.

Kayla, 17, has been offered a

double degree in Arts and Public Policy with a major in third-world development at the Australian National University in Canberra.

“I was happy with my ATAR score even if I thought I could do better but it’s been a tough year,” Kayla said.

“It was difficult not having feedback from classmates because I didn’t know if I was doing okay or needed to improve.

“But, I got there in the end and am

looking forward to the next step.”

Amy, 18, will be doing occupational therapy at Deakin but hopes to branch into humanitarian work in third world countries.

“I had hoped for a higher ATAR but I didn’t need one, I’m pretty happy with how I went,” Amy said.

“Last year I really missed out on having the balance of sport and social aspects of school which really help me get through the study aspect.

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“The offer I received was my first choice so I’m really happy with that.

“I’ll jump straight in this year I think because my initial plans to have a gap year and travel aren’t likely now.

“Eventually I want to go into allied health overseas and Kayla and I have always talked about collaborating; she’s more interested in the politics side and I’d do the health side so that could be cool.”

Musicians invited to orchestra meeting MUSICIANS interested in becoming part of a new regional orchestra being formed in Wangaratta will be meeting in the King George V Gardens on Sunday at 2.30pm.

A newly formed committee, involving local violinist Sally Ross, will be in attendance and the group welcomes other potential members to come along, particularly seeking violin and flute players, a percussionist and a conductor.

For more information visit the Wangaratta Arts Council on Facebook or come along to the meeting in the park on Sunday.

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Auger-Aliassime targets new approach

FELIX Auger-Aliassime knows full well that turning up with the same old stuff won’t be enough if he is to find a way past title favourite Daniil Medvedev in the Australian Open quarter-finals tonight.

It didn’t work at the ATP Cup a couple of weeks ago, it wasn’t effective in the US Open semifinals last September and it won’t cut the mustard this time either.

Nick Kyrgios and towering American Maxime Cressy

have each taken a set off Medvedev in the early rounds at Melbourne Park, without being able to maintain the rage for long enough against the metronomic Russian.

The ninth-seeded AugerAliassime boasts different weapons to both the enigmatic Kyrgios and the US serve-volleying expert.

“I would say the first time we played (at the 2018 Canadian Open) was a while ago and we are both very different

players,” said the rising Canadian star.

“But the last two times, one was last week or two weeks ago, and also the US Open, so yeah, I need to try to change things up.

“I have nothing to lose, to try and do something differently or to play good and then to dig deep.

“I can try to mix up things as much as I want.

“The reality is he’s the best player almost in the world now.

“I need to play a great match. I need to be able to give a great effort both mentally and physically to go through.”

The Canadian No.9 seed can at least draw encouragement from his four-set win in the fourth round against Croatian Marin Cilic, as the 2014 US Open champion had won their previous three encounters.

“It feels really good to beat a player you have lost to in the past,” said the 21-year-old Auger-Aliassime.

“It also proves to yourself that you have done improvements, you have become a better player.”

Medvedev lost his cool on a number of occasions in his fourth-round win on Monday, later apologising for slamming Cressy’s style of play as “boring”.

“I was quite mad because of a few things,” said Medvedev, who won his first grand slam title last year at Flushing Meadows after beating Auger-

OUT: Test star David Warner will sit out Australia’s five-match Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka.

Aliassime in the semis and world No.1 Novak Djokovic in the final.

“To be honest, I’m working on myself, and that’s why I managed to win and still kept my composure, as much as I could, because sometimes I go much crazier than I did today.”

The winner will play either Greek No.4 seed Stefano Tsitsipas or young Italian sensation Jannik Sinner in the semis on Friday.

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Warner, Marsh and Langer to miss Sri Lanka T20Is DAVID Warner and Mitch Marsh headline the notable omissions in Australia’s 16-man squad for a Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka, while coach Justin Langer will also be absent.

Australia are hosting Sri Lanka in a five-match T20 series, with the games to be spread across the SCG, Manuka Oval and MCG on February 11-20.

There were fears that selectors could be forced to pick separate squads for those white-ball games and the ensuing three-Test series in

Pakistan, which starts on March 3.

That has not transpired, although Langer is among the members of support staff set to be on leave during the T20 series.

Andrew McDonald will serve as head coach in Langer’s absence, as was the case during last year’s T20 tour of New Zealand Warner and Marsh, who both played key roles in Australia’s T20 World Cup triumph in the UAE, will also sit out the five T20s ahead of the trip to Pakistan.

Legspinner Mitchell Swepson,

who is poised to make his Test debut in Pakistan, is the other member of Australia’s T20 World Cup squad that was omitted from the squad named on Tuesday.

Fit-again paceman Josh Hazlewood is poised to return from his side strain during the T20 series, while Travis Head’s impressive red-ball form has resulted in a T20 call-up.

BBL player of the tournament Ben McDermott, Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques, and paceman Jhye Richardson have

Madison Keys into Australian Open semi-finals AN emotional Madison Keys is the first woman through to the Australian Open semi-finals after continuing her spectacular summer renaissance at Melbourne Park.

The former US Open runner-up upset Czech fourth seed Barbora Krejcikova 6-3 6-2 on Tuesday to continue her giant-killing run on Rod Laver Arena.

Keys had snapped Paula Badosa’s unbeaten start to the year in the fourth round and will next face either Australia’s top-seeded title favourite Ash Barty or US compatriot Jessica

Pegula on Thursday for a place in the final.

Keys, a one-time world No.7, slumped to 81st in the rankings following a forgettable 2021 season dogged by injury and selfdoubt.

But the 26-year-old is now riding a 10-match winning streak after launching her revival with a droughtbreaking sixth career title at this month’s Adelaide International 2.

Now she stands within two wins of an elusive grand slam crown which many tipped the precocious talent would win years ago.

“I think I’m going to cry,” Keys said.

“It means a lot. Last year was really hard and I did really everything I could with my team in the offseason to re-set.

“Really to start on zero and be fresh and not worry about last season and, wow, it’s gone well so far.

“I’m really proud of myself.”

Keys first made the Open semi-finals aged just 20 back in 2015, before losing to great friend and fellow American Sloane Stephens in the US Open title match two years later.

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also been named in the T20 squad.

“This squad will begin preparation for the ICC T20 World Cup defence at home later this year and includes several players who have an early chance to impress,” chairman of selectors George Bailey said.

“David Warner and Mitch Marsh will miss the campaign to prepare for the Pakistan tour.

“Justin Langer and a number of other core support staff will take planned leave in preparation for the Pakistan tour.”

Cricket Australia (CA) is expected to make a call on the future of Langer in coming weeks.

Langer’s current contract expires soon after the tour of Pakistan.

Australia’s 16-man T20 squad: Aaron Finch (capt), Ashton Agar, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Moises Henriques, Josh Inglis, Ben McDermott, Glenn Maxwell, Jhye Richardson, Kane Richardson, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, Adam Zampa. - AAP

Macarthur to unleash Giannou against Glory MACARTHUR FC coach Ante Milicic says he wants to see Apostolos Giannou enjoying his football again as he prepares to unleash the Socceroos striker in Wednesday’s clash with Perth Glory.

Giannou has signed with Macarthur for the remainder of the A-League Men season, and he’ll be hoping to put in a string of hot displays to boost his Socceroos’ hopes.

The 32-year-old was part of the national set-up in June, but his most recent Socceroos cap was back in 2019.

Giannou struggled to get on the park for Greek club OFI Crete during the past

two years, but his move to the A-League could spark the fresh chapter his career needs.

“Our main thing is that he gets back to enjoying football,” Milicic said.

“He’s had a difficult couple of years, he needs those match minutes, he’s got quality. He’s still got a lot of ambition with his career.

“We won’t put a lot of pressure on him, because he has his own high expectations.”

Milicic was keeping his cards close to his chest when asked how many minutes Giannou would play against Glory at Camp-

belltown Stadium.

“I don’t want to put a limit on the minutes, whether he starts or comes off the bench,” Milicic said.

“That’s something we’ll leave up until kick-off tomorrow. But he’s a good professional and he’s presented himself in good condition.”

Third-placed Macarthur haven’t been in action since losing 3-0 to Sydney on Boxing Day. The squad was ravaged

by COVID-19 after that, with as few as five players spared from contracting the virus.

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UNBELIEVABLE: Chris Thewlis was all smiles after his astonishing innings.

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FORMER Wangaratta Magpies star batter Chris Thewlis played the innings of a lifetime for Camberwell seconds in his side’s 238 run victory over Kingston Hawthorn.

The hard hitting Thewlis smacked an astonishing 237 runs from 72 deliveries at a whopping strike rate of 329.17 at the top of the order.

Thewlis steered the Magpies to a mammoth 5/441 off their 50 overs with his side then restricting their opponents to 8/203.

Thewlis has been restricted to just three games with Camberwell this year due to hamstring injuries which he said played a factor in his big hitting on Saturday.

“I injured my hammy in round one which was the sixth time in two years so I haven’t been able to play much,” Thewlis said.

“Because of my bad hammies I’m not too keen on running singles and I also haven’t been able to work

on my fitness so that might’ve had a bit to do with it (his big knock).”

The Camberwell life-member slapped 20 fours and 24 maximums on his way to his ridiculous double century.

Of his 237 runs, 224 of those came from boundaries.

“The wicket was seaming around a bit early down at Watson Park but because it was slow I just thought to get on the front foot and swing hard,” Thewlis said.

“I didn’t really realise the significance of it when I was batting, the ball was just hitting the middle of the bat nicely.

“There wasn’t a scoreboard at the ground either so I thought I’d been out there a lot longer than I had.

ALL SMILES: Mitchell Palmer crossed the line with a grin on his face in the 300m Masters.

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“When I came off I thought I might’ve faced 120 balls but I looked at my phone and it was going nuts with messages and people tagging me in stuff.”

Since his innings, Thewlis has gone crazy on social media, featuring on Fox Cricket and MyCricket’s Facebook pages as well as Gray-Nicolls Instagram account where Cricket Australia congratulated him for his knock in the comment section.

“I hate all the attention, I’m embarrassed,” Thewlis said.

“Maybe it might be something I’ll look back on in the future and talk about the time I made a few runs but I’d prefer to fly under the radar.”

It’d be a no-brainer to think that

Thewlis would be a shoo-in selection for the first grade side this week but Thewlis said he’ll have to wait and see.

“I’ve been struggling to get through a full day in the field because of my hammies and we’re allowed to play with 12 in the twos so I can go off for a spell but you can’t do that in the ones,” he said.

“I’ll have a run around at training and the coach will probably put me though some fitness testing.

“I might be able to sneak a game in the ones.

“Knowing the cricket gods though, I’m paying $1.01 to make a duck this weekend.”

Camberwell play Casey-South Melbourne on Saturday.

FINAL STRIDES: Isabella Antonino crosses the line first in the 400m women’s.

2022 Wangaratta Sports Carnival results Wangaratta Sports Carnival results  400m Men’s 1. Michael Dinan (45.838 secs) 2. Matt Dinan (46.340) 3. Leigh Bennett (48.336)  300m Masters 1. Mitchell Palmer (25.508) 2. Adrian Bender (36.712) 3. Narelle Lehmann (36.720)  400m Restricted Intersport Distance 1. Olivia Barbour (50.281)

2. Montana Kerr (51.025) 3. Callum Bott (51.176)  400m Women’s 1. Isabella Antonino (56.291) 2. Sue Anderson (56.818) 3. Alex Tzilantonis (56.826)  120m Men’s Wangaratta Gift (late update to placings from VAL) 1. Aiden Green (12.293) 2. Jackson Bennett (12.465) 3. Jack Boulton (12.51)  120m Women’s Wangaratta Gift 1. Gabriella Boulton (13.893)

2. Helen Pretorius (13.983) 3. Bella Pasquali (14.066)  120m Masters 1. Jeff Sargent (13.299) 2. Matthew Eddy (13.401) 3. Vic Sharma (13.469)  120m Restricted 1. Jesse Patterson (12.484) 2. Jack Wolff (12.564) 3. Matthew Warren (12.819)  1600m Open 1. Glenn McMillan (4:09.877) 2. Terence Carter (4:13.165)

Bulldogs keen to sink their teeth into season 2022

3. Liam Hanrahan (4:16.558)  70m Under 18 1. Xavier Sanchez (7.634) 2. Ryan O’Neil Parker (7.885) 3. Isaac Malamantinas (8.144)  70m Open 1. Helen Pretorius (7.502) 2. Gabriella Boulton (7.569) 3. Brendan Matthews (7.574)  800m Open 1. Clint Anderson (1:56.184) 2. Liam Hanrahan (1:56.245) 3. Sean Davidson (1:56.613)

From back page “Gav’s close mates with Ben Ross and Lachy (Hansen), and I actually went up and met him last week because we haven’t been able to catch up.

He’s just excited to play footy with those lads again.

“In the year we won the flag, 2018, Frazer was our leading goal scorer - I think he kicked five or six in a prelim to get us into a ‘granny’ - and he was only 18 years of age.

“It just shows what a quality player he is.

“He went back into ‘Wang’ because he was ready to get back into there and unfortunately he spent two years there, but they were two COVID years.

“Speaking to him, he’s excited to come back.”

The Bulldogs will ramp up preseason training next week, and will host Violet Town in a practice match on Saturday, March 5.

The 2022 O&K season kicks off on March 26.

Bushranger girls look to debutants The Murray Bushrangers showcased the talent of 10 debutants during their round one NAB League win against Bendigo Pioneers in Yarrawonga on Saturday.

The under-19s defeated the Pioneers by 37-points at JC Lowe Oval.

Lavington’s Zarlie Goldsworthy dominated in the midfield for the Bushrangers in what was a standout performance to get the season under way.

Wodonga Raiders’ Kloe McElhinney and Lavington’s Kaylea Kobzan were strong in defence, while Thurgoona youngster Bella Browne proved she belongs out on the field.

India Lehman booted three goals, while Mindy Quade kicked two.

Keeley Skepper, Samantha Peppler, Destiny Dodd and Browne were also goal kickers.

The girls were faced with warm playing conditions for their opening game, with the mercury peaking at 31 in Yarrawonga on Saturday.

The Bushrangers’ under-17s Futures side put up a hard fight but were overrun by the Pioneers earlier in the day.

An additional 15 debutants took to the field for the side in that clash, with many of the players currently only 14 and 15-years-of-age.

The Bushrangers will now prepare to take on Geelong Falcons at Bendigo’s Epsom Huntly Recreation Reserve.

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Matthew Peart wins title two Peart took out back-to-back Men’s Open p Singles g titles at the Australia Dayy Tournament

CLOSE: Wangaratta’s Sam Allen made it to the quarter final in the Men’s Open Singles but was knocked out by finalist Aaron Breust.

PHOTO: Nick Richards

THE top-seeded Matthew Peart pulled off his second straight victory in the Men’s Open Singles at the Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club’s Premier Panels Australia Day Tournament.

It was déjà vu with Peart coming up against last year’s fellow finalist and Wangaratta local Aaron Bruest, who was the second seed.

Once again the Narre Warren local proved too classy, taking the final out in a three set spectacle, 6-7 (5-7), 6-2, 6-2 to secure the $1200 winner’s cheque.

In the Ladies Open Singles, it was Hope Curtis-McDonald who did the job on Wangaratta tennis maestro Michelle Hill.

After losing the first set 5-7, Curtis-McDonald put her foot down to win the last two sets 6-2, 6-3.

Peart said this there was a different feel to this year’s victory.

“Last year it was just really surreal to win because it was my first year and I didn’t ex-

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pect to win at all,” Peart said.

“This year being the number one seed and reigning champ meant there was some expectation on me to do well so I was happy to put that aside and focus on my tennis.

“It was the first time in my career that I’ve been the defending champ and number one seed so mentally I had to prepare for that.”

After going a set down to Breust early on, Peart said he had to lift his game.

“I have a lot of respect for Aaron, he’s a heck of a player,” he said.

“We have similar styles, he came out really strong in the first set and was on top and took the first set in a tiebreaker.

“I knew from there I had to lift my game which luckily I managed to do.”

It wasn’t all smooth sailing for Peart though.

His back was up against a wall in his semi-final clash against third seed Matthew Leffler with the game tied up at 4-6, 6-4.

However, a tight calf to Leffler meant he had to retire hurt just one game into the third and deciding set.

“The match against Matthew Leffler was one of the more difficult ones I’ve ever played,” Peart said.

“The way he played the game and the length of it in those conditions was really tough.

“We had to grind two and a half hours of tennis for just two sets but I think that game held me in good stead for the final.”

For now, Peart doesn’t have too many plans in store for the rest of his tennis season.

“I’m playing in the Tennis Victoria Country Week in Swan Hill but apart from that I’ll just return to my home club and play in their champs,” he said.

A1 triumphs thanks to two big rink wins A1: WANGARATTA began the second round with a win over Benalla on Friday evening.

Wangaratta got home courtesy of two big rink wins with Maurie Braden, Dylan Filuk, Gary Chambers and Graeme Smith in complete control all night as they romped to a (32-6) thrashing.

Ethan Fruend, Greg McDonald, Trevor Selwood and Phil Davern also dominated their match winning by an impressive 21 shot margin (30-9).

Ian Brimblecombe, Laurie McDonald, Craig Fruend and Greg Braden had a great tussle with Chris Cooney’s rink but fell just short (20-22), while Adrian Pantling, Jodie Fruend, Gerald Brown and Rhoanna Smith were beaten (14-24).

Final scores: Wangaratta 14 pts 96 shots def Benalla 4 pts 61 shots.

Wangaratta will play second placed YMGCR at home next week.

A3: Wangaratta’s unbeaten season came to a screaming halt at home on Saturday.

Wangaratta were no match for top side Moira who remain the only undefeated side in A3.

Terry Corrigan, Paul King, Barb McDonald and Tyson Chivers were the only winning team for the home side putting together a strong 10 shot victory over Ron Arendt’s rink (23-13).

A poor start cost Brian Godfrey, Peter Selwood, Gary King and John Knight dearly when they dropped nine shots on the first two ends and, despite outscoring their opponents from

GETTING LOW: Tyson Chivers in action for Wangaratta A3 recently. then, they lost by seven (16-23).

Gary Fenlon (11-28) and Leon Quartermain (13-34), however, were never in the hunt in their respective matches.

Final scores: Wangaratta 2 pts 63 shots lost to Moira 16 pts 98 shots.

Wangaratta will travel to Wodonga next Saturday.

B1: Wangaratta staged a strong fightback to win a thriller against Myrtleford at Wang on Saturday.

The visitors held a comfortable

double-digit lead through the halfway mark before Wangaratta got cracking to level the scores with only 16 ends remaining in the game.

Ken Essenhigh, Lance Jenkin, Mick Montgomery and Chris Bell were the biggest winners for the locals posting a (26-17) win.

Terry Johnson, Keith Izard, Ralph Martinelli, and Gayle King recovered from an early deficit to score a strong six shot win (21-15), while Klaus Kazenwadel

PHOTO: Melissa Beattie was the lone casualty going down (13-26).

Final scores: Wangaratta 12 pts 60 shots def Myrtleford 2 pts 58 shots.

Wangaratta will travel to Benalla next week.

B3: Wangaratta were far too strong for visitors Myrtleford on Saturday.

Graeme Norman, Alan Wilson, Mick Lenane and Howard Beard scored 21 unanswered shots through the middle stages of

their match to run out easy winners (26-12).

Fred Herman, Bob Edwards, Malcolm Hargreaves and Peter Jones were also big winners (25-15), while Jack Dillon, Bruce Desmond, John Keen and Lorna Nankervis set up their four shot win (26-22) in the early stages of their game.

Final scores: Wangaratta 14 pts 77 shots def Myrtleford 0 pts 49 shots.

Wangaratta are away to Bright next week.

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“Special” win for Weeding CRAIG Weeding notched up his first Flemington winner when Big Day Out strode home to victory at $4.40 on Friday.

The four-year-old gelding with Damian Lane in the saddle ran his first race down the straight at headquarters in the Silverpoint Homes Sprint BM70 over 1000m where he got the bob over Cosmic Rhapsody.

“It was a great thrill,” Weeding said.

“It’s a special thing to have a Flemington winner, it’s something you always dream of as a kid.

“There’s just something about Flemington.”

Weeding said his heart was in his mouth in the final 200 metres.

“He’s been beaten in photos a fair few times so I was definitely holding my breath,” he said.

Big Day Out has raced in Melbourne company in two of his previous four starts without any luck.

However, the tide turned this time around which Weeding puts down to racing on the straight.

“I really think he’s suited to the straight, even though this was his first race down the straight,” he said.

“He an honest horse and I think we’ve worked out how to ride him which also helps.

“He’s got a really short sprint so if you use it too soon he gets

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beaten but it was a well-timed ride by Damian Lane.”

The stable has had the fouryear-old in their company from day one, making the victory even more special.

“He’s been a really good horse for us,” Weeding said.

“He’s super consistent and always makes us look good because he tends to run a place more often than not.

“He’s had 30 starts for 22 top three finishes so he’s an important horse for us.”

Big Day Out now jumps to a 70 rated galloper, meaning more trips to the city will more likely than not be on the cards for the star sprinter.

“He’ll probably have to race in Melbourne with his rating now but if not we’ll look to bounce him between that or open handicaps in the country,” Weeding said.

The Wangaratta horseman’s attention will now turn to Wagga today where Victory Chuckle will run in race eight.

The four-year-old gelding has been in sensational form since joining Weeding’s stable, winning once and placing twice in three starts under his care.

THRILLING FINISH: Big Day Out (number six) gets his head down at the right time.

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COLOURS REMAIN: WDCA teams won’t get to wear their whites this season.

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WDCA decides to axe their two day fixtures due to the current COVID climate

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It’s Tarra time Bulldogs keen to sink their teeth into season 2022

EVEN though it’s still only January, Tarrawingee has wasted no time in preparing for the upcoming Ovens and King football season, with preseason training well and truly underway.

The Bulldogs ended last season sitting third on the ladder, before the competition was called off in August due to COVID complications.

Senior coach Xavier Norden said the club had a range of social events and practice matches in the

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books before officially launching their 2022 flag bid next week.

“We actually finished off the year with a bit of a friendly against Beechworth before the Christmas break,” he said.

“It was just a good chance to play footy again, obviously with

only 12, 13 games over a couple of years.

“Speaking to Tommy Cartledge, the coach of Beechworth, we both wanted to get another game in, as many as we can before the season to reward the lads who have been training and see how everyone is moving again.

“You can’t replicate like you can in a match against an opposition.

“It was really good, really enjoyable and kicked us off into the break.”

With a second practice match booked against Violet Town for early March, the Bulldogs have plenty of time to get their new and returning players fighting fit.

Frazer Judd will return to the Kennel from Wangaratta Magpies, and will be joined by new signings Ollie Williams from Mount Waverly Blues, and VFLW coach and former AFL and EDFL asset Gavin Urquhart.

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THE Wangaratta and District Cricket Association board has made the decision to scrap the two-day games scheduled for the end of the year in the A and A reserve grades.

The longer format was set to take place from round 16 onwards, meaning the final two rounds of the home and away season, plus finals will now revert to one day matches instead.

WDCA president Greg Hoysted said the current COVID-19 climate was the major factor for the switch.

“The executive met on Monday night and decided that it’s best to play a season of one day cricket,” Hoysted said.

“We were nervous about starting a two day game and then a club being impacted by COVID and being down players for the second week of the match.

“A team might have 11 or 12 the first week and then be missing a few the next week which would make it all pretty messy when trying to find replacements.

“We want two day cricket to be played but this year it’s just too risky.”

The WDCA will update the fixture in the coming days.

Despite the change, Hoysted insists the board will be looking to play two day games next season.

“In an ideal world we’d like to play everyone twice, once in one day cricket and once in two-day cricket,” he said.

“Hopefully next year we’ll be able to do that.”

However, in the under 16s and under 14s competition, two day matches will still be played.

“We think it’s easier to shuffle junior teams around than seniors,” Hoysted said.

“We need to work through some little tweaks with the juniors but they won’t change much.”