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VETERANS Jim Hoysted and Brian Kensington (above) and local Army cadet Dylan Cooper were among more than 2000 people attending the ANZAC Day 11am service in Wangaratta.  Full coverage pages 2, 3, 4 and 10.

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THE 2024-25 state and federal budgets will be watched with a keen eye as the Rural City of Wangaratta sets its sights on maintaining service delivery in a difficult economic climate.

As the inflation rate rose a full per cent to $3.6pc

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on Wednesday, the cost of goods and services remains high and doesn’t look like easing soon.

Rural city chief ex-

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ecutive officer Brendan McGrath indicated that an increase in funding under the federal Roads to Recovery Program could arise to offset escalating costs such as materials and labour.

Council also has funding applications active with the Federal Government

under its Growing Regions Program connected to boosting housing in South Wangaratta, along with sports and arts precincts and a rail trail in the King Valley.

“The cost of living impacts our ability to fund our services and when you

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combine that with a cap on our rates it gets harder and harder to make ends meet each year,” Mr McGrath told the Wangaratta Chronicle.

“There has been an obvious tightening of funding, particularly at a state level, but also at the federal level

over the last year or two.

“We’re hoping for the reinstatement or continuation of some of our key grant programs at a state and federal level that help us with some of our capital projects but also our ongoing operating costs.”

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COMMEMORATING ANZAC DAY

TRIBUTE: Dozens of wreaths were laid by organisations next to the cenotaph.

MOVING: Bugler Ben Thomas played The Last Post at the 11am service.

COMRADES: Veterans Jeff Forster, Ian McMonigle, Russell Godde and Daryl Norman.

PROUD: Lachlan McDonald wore his relative’s medals in the march.

MATES: Michael O’Brien, Gary Hadley, Pat Paola and Theo Bongers.

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HONOUR AND RESPECT: Bill Gore and Paul Gamman gathered with hundreds at the dawn service to honour those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

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CROWDS gathered in the half light of dawn around the Wangaratta Cenotaph for yesterday’s ANZAC Day dawn service, honouring those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country.

As the sun rose, service members and civilians alike commemorated those who have served Australia on the front line and those who still do.

Crowd estimates of up to 2000 was a testament to the Wangaratta community’s support.

Bill Gore and Veteran Paul Gamman were among the large crowd of locals who gathered for the sombre service.

Bill was wearing his police service medals and his grandfather’s WWI medals, while Paul was wearing his service medals from three tours in Vietnam.

Bill said the pair had been attending the ANZAC Day dawn services for as long as he could remember.

“Someone’s got to say thank you to these guys because we wouldn’t be here without them, it’s that simple,” he said.

“We’ve been coming to the dawn service forever, years ago Paul was postmaster at Jamieson and I used to play the bugle and it’s a thing we do every year.

“My grandfather was at Villers-Bretonneux, my Dad was in the Air Force in WWII, Paul’s Dad was in the Air Force in WWII and his grandfather was in the 15th infantry battalion in WWI. “I’ll be back here setting up for the march with the RSL later on.”

Ben Thomas played The Last Post on the Wangaratta Concert Band’s newly acquired bugle in a moving tribute to symbolise that the duty of those fallen in service had finished and they can now rest in peace.

Rural City of Wangaratta mayor, Dean Rees, said it is great to have The Last Post played on the bugle.

“The bugle brings all of the emotions to the surface as it’s very symbolic,” he said.

“It was a good service with a lot of people in attendance, it is probably the biggest one I’ve seen here.”

Wangaratta CFA deputy group officer Garry Nash said the service was moving and he was thrilled to see such a large crowd in attendance.

“I remember, when there was only 50 or 60 people at a dawn service but to see it develop to this size is outstanding,” he said.

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COMMEMORATING ANZAC DAY

THREE HORSEMEN: Horsemen paid tribute to the Australian Light Horse Regiment.

COUNTRY’S FUTURE: Vietnam Veteran Jeff Forster with grandsons Ollie (10) and Harvey Forster (7).

MARCHING FOR FALLEN: Royal Australian Navy Commander Michael Cormack leading, was the guest speaker at the morning ANZAC Day service in Wangaratta on Thursday.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Sacrifices remembered at city’s solemn service THOUSANDS of people came to witness ANZAC Day services in the rural city with more than 2000 attending the morning march and service in Wangaratta yesterday.

Marchers included people like Paul Zuch from the Army Cadets 33 ACU Wangaratta, who has attended services for years and all of his family have served in the military.

Jeff Forster served as a Private in South Vietnam and he marched with his grandkids Ollie (10) and Harvey (7).

“We go to the dawn service and then I go to the morning march and the RSL to enjoy life and have a yarn to everyone, that’s all part of it,” Mr Forster said.

Veteran Jim Hoysted said ANZAC Day is one of the

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By STEVE KELLY most important days on the Australian calendar and it is special to him as he reflects on what he’s done and who he knew, including some who are no longer with him.

“It’s important to remember all the people who served and those still serving today and why they’re there and who put them there,” he said.

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This year marks his 40 years of service and his family have served in all three branches of the armed forces.

“We gather as always not to glorify war but to remind ourselves that we value who we are and the freedom we possess and to acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed to shaping the identity of our nation and those who continue to serve,” he told the large crowd.

“I am with you to remember those from Wangaratta and the surrounding district

of all generations who have served our nation and paid the ultimate sacrifice, never again to return home to the land they love, never again to see their family and friends.

“Sadly, our World War II Veterans are few in number, known as the greatest generation, they helped our allies to defeat hate, cruelty and greed in Europe and across the Indo- Pacific.

“These Veterans, both men and women who returned tempered by war, took on the task of rebuilding Australia - we’re in their debt and we pay our respects to those of that generation of citizens still with us today.”

Almost 1900 officers and sailors of the RAN made the ultimate sacrifice and for the majority there was no headstone and no burial service.

“Their ships sank quickly and became their eternal resting place - today when our ships pass their locations, we stop, say a prayer and cast wreaths into the sea above where our ships are resting,” Commander Cormack said.

“They have no grave but the cruel sea, no flowers lay at their head, a rusting hulk is their tombstone afast on the seabed. Lest We Forget.”

During the service five crosses were laid to commemorate ex-servicemen

who have passed since last ANZAC Day. Wangaratta Mayor Dean Rees addressed the crowd and said “we the citizens of Wangaratta reaffirm our steadfast loyalty to the throne and British Commonwealth of nations”.

He said we must do all things possible to rehabilitate returned service men and women as a thankful gesture for their service.

A rendition of God Save The King and the New Zealand and Australian national anthems were sung, and The Last Post was played by bugler Ben Thomas.

Wreaths were placed at the cenotaph and five white crosses were laid to remember RSL members who have passed in the last 12 months.

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COMMEMORATING ANZAC DAY

GRETA REMEMBERS ITS VETERANS ANZAC DAY

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By SIMONE |KERWIN GRETA marked ANZAC Day early with its annual service at the Greta Cemetery on Wednesday.

About 50 people attended the event, which was organised by the Greta Cemetery Trust, Greta-Hansonville Hall and Greta Valley Primary School.

Students placed flags and poppies on local veterans’ graves, and there was an opportunity to lay wreaths and flowers.

A highlight of this year’s service was Ben Thomas playing The Last Post.

A ‘picnic in the field’ was held following the ceremony.

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TIME TO REMEMBER: Rural City of Wangaratta councillor Irene Grant, Noeleen Lloyd, Greta Valley Primary School principal Howard Gibson, Helen Haines (MHR, Indi) and Adrian Younger with Greta Valley Primary School students at the ANZAC Day service on Wednesday.

PAYING TRIBUTE: Greta Valley Primary School student Lewis Nicholls with Bill McMonigle, the son of World War 1 veteran Trooper Robert John McMonigle, who was a 13th Light Horseman and is buried at the Greta Cemetery. Lewis is the student who honoured Trooper McMonigle during Wednesday’s service.

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Ovens Valley Nationals MP Tim McCurdy (left) visited the graves of local ANZACs at Gallipoli on April 25. He sent the following words back home to Ovens Valley residents.

“From the time we arrived on the Gallipoli Peninsula on Tuesday I have been profoundly impacted by all that we have seen.

“From the wild poppies growing on the side of the road, to laying poppies at the graves of our fallen soldiers in the immaculately kept cemeteries, to the Dawn Service – I have been deeply moved.

“The Dawn Service, which marks the point in history that the ANZAC spirit was born, was a special occasion, and one I am deeply honoured to have been at.

“I am truly grateful to experience this extraordinary and overwhelming occasion and walk in the footsteps of our fallen ancestors.

“Lest We Forget.”

He is pictured at the grave of Pte Thomas Bryan, 21, of Greta West who died on June 24, 1915.

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THE graves of up to 30 ANZACs from the Ovens Valley region, who were killed in action in 1915, were being visited by local state MP Tim McCurdy this week.

The Wangaratta-based MP flew out to Turkiye last Sunday and was among those paying their respects at Thursday’s dawn service at Gallipoli.

Mr McCurdy laid a wreath on behalf of the people of the Ovens Valley at the service.

He said it was an honour to be visiting the graves of local soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice and are laid to rest at various cemeteries on the Gallipoli peninsula.

“The Gallipoli campaign was a bloody and brutal campaign, and the beginning of our distinct Australian identity,” he said.

“With an uncertain future, we would do well to remember their legacy, and their sacrifice, so that we may enjoy the freedoms we do today.”

Soldiers from the local district buried on the Gallipoli peninsula include:  Private Walter Price, 25, of Peechelba, served with 231/22nd Battalion, KIA November 21, 1915, buried at Ari Burnu Cemetery;  Private Alex Emslie, 24, of Wangaratta, served with 187/14th Battalion, KIA April 27, 1915, buried at Courtney’s and Steel’s Post Cemetery;  Private Allan Lindsay of Glenrowan, served with 1148/7th Battalion, KIA May 8, 1915, buried at Helles Memorial Cemetery;  Private Phillip Shore, 26, of Wangaratta, served with 1628/3rd Battalion, KIA August 7-12, 1915, buried at Lone Pine Cemetery;  Private Gladwyn O’Brien Garnett, 34, of Wangaratta, served with 1596/14th Battalion, KIA August 8, 1915, buried at Lone Pine Cemetery;  (DVR) Robert Langlands, 20, of Wangaratta, served with 1435/2nd Brigade Field Artillery, KIA May 8, 1915, buried at Lone Pine Cemetery;  Private John Bendle, 22, of Springhurst, served with

Remembering a fallen ANZAC CHARLES Powley was born in 1894, one of 10 children of Edward and Arabella Powley of Boweya.

Known affectionately as “Charlie” by his family and friends, he attended Wangaratta High School where he was involved in senior cadets.

On the eve of the First World War, he was working as a blacksmith at T. Mason Coach and Wagon Builders in Wangaratta.

He enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force with his older brother, Jack, in Wangaratta just days after Australia went to war in August 1914.

They were 20 and 21 years of age respectively.

The pair spent several weeks training at Broadmeadows Camp on the outskirts of Melbourne, after which they embarked for the fighting in Europe with the first Australian troopship convoy in November 1914.

The convoy was later diverted to Egypt to protect British interests in the area following Turkey’s entry into the war.

The 7th Battalion spent the following months training at Mena Camp near Cairo.

The monotony of life in the desert changed in April 1915 when the Australian and New Zealand troops received orders to prepare for an amphibious landing on the Gallipoli peninsula.

Their effort would be part of a much broader allied attempt to breach the Dardanelles by naval force, shell Constantinople, and force Turkey out of the war.

On April 25, 1915, troops of the 7th Battalion landed at what later became known as Anzac Cove, forming part of the second wave attack that came ashore in the area called Fisherman’s Hut. While most Australian troops had come ashore unopposed, a Turkish platoon occupying a knoll behind Fisherman’s Hut poured devastating and accurate 1910/4th Battalion, KIA August 11, 1915, buried at Lone Pine Cemetery;  Private Charles Powley, 21, of Boweya, served with 347/7th Battalion, KIA April

FALLEN SON: Private Charles Powley of Boweya was killed while landing at Gallipoli on April 25, 1915.

PHOTO: Australian War Memorial rifle fire into the 7th Battalion as they rowed ashore.

Of the 120 men in the first four boatloads, just 40 evaded death and wounding.

Charlie was shot as soon he landed at Anzac Cove.

Jack later wrote home from a hospital in Egypt to say: “He was shot close to me on the beach when we were landing. No words can tell how heart-broken I am … It is a hard task to tell of his death but he had no pain at all. I knelt down beside him and said ‘good-bye’, but he did not answer.”

This letter reached the Powley family in Boweya several weeks before his parents were notified through official channels.

Charles was buried at No. 2 Outpost Cemetery near Fisherman’s Hut on Gallipoli.

His grieving family inserted the following epitaph in the Wangaratta newspaper several weeks after his death: “We loved him in life, he is dear to us still In grief we must bend to God’s holy will; Our sorrow is great our loss hard to bear, But the angels will tend our dear Charlie with care.”

Jack survived Gallipoli and returned to Australia on October 31, 1915.

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25-May 2, 1915, buried at No.2 Outpost Cemetery;  Private Thomas Bryan, 21, of Greta West, served with 1709/6th Battalion, KIA June 24, 1915, buried at Shrapnel

Valley Cemetery;  Private Henry Cullinan, 24, of Wangaratta, served with 1939/8th Battalion, KIA August 7, 1915, buried at Shrapnel Valley Cemetery.

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Drug driver’s jail time for collision that killed riders

A MOTORIST who caused the death of two Wangaratta motorbike riders has been sentenced to three and a half years in prison.

Ashley Ward McDonald, 38, of Tatong, appeared in Wangaratta County Court on Wednesday, where he received the sentence with a non parole period of two years.

McDonald had pleaded guilty to two charges of dangerous driving causing the death of 71-year-old Barry Holland, and 81-year-old Ross Stewart.

The court had heard that McDonald was driving to Benalla along the GoorambatThoona Road when his Toyota Hilux utility collided with both oncoming motorcyclists near Goorambat at 12:19pm on December 14, 2021.

Mr Stewart died shortly after the collision at 12:50pm due to neck injuries sus-

tained in the collision and Mr Holland, who suffered horrific injuries including a severed spine and leg damage that required amputation, died in the Alfred hospital on January 8, 2022.

Police found McDonald’s vehicle was travelling 1.9 metres on the wrong side of the road at the time of the collision.

At the scene McDonald was given a preliminary oral fluid test which indicated positive for methylamphetamine.

A later blood test found he had 0.15mg/L of methylamphetamine in his blood which the court found to impact his driving.

“Mr McDonald’s crossing onto the incorrect side of the road may be attributed to the impairing effects of methamphetamine or its rebound effect,” Dr Jason Schreiber from the Victorian Institute

of Forensic Medicine had told the court.

In his sentencing Judge Peter Lauritsen told McDonald that he “should not have been driving at all” as the drug level in his system was “significant and affected your driving skills”.

And he told McDonald he should have taken greater care on the road, given it was a blind corner.

Judge Lauristen noted that McDonald’s guilty plea had been made almost two thirds of the way through the legal process - he had initially provided a no comment interview with police and contested more serious charges before pleading to the two counts of dangerous driving causing death.

He also noted that the father of two had no criminal record, was of good character and had excellent prospects of rehabilitation.

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Councils’ service delivery challenges being reviewed Haines p part of investigation g in financial sustainability, y, service deliveryy obligations g of LGAs INDI Independent federal MP Helen Haines will be part of a committee investigating the financial sustainability and service delivery obligations of local governments over the coming months.

In March the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Regional Development, Infrastructure and Transport launched an inquiry to examine and report on challenges impacting local governments and their delivery of services to the community.

Dr Haines said she works closely with Wangaratta and the other eight councils in the electorate and “hear time and again from mayors, councillors and CEOs that their local government budgets do not stretch far enough to cover the needs of their communities”.

“Communities rely on councils to deliver essential services such as maintaining local roads so that they’re safe to drive on, putting in the critical infrastructure needed to build more homes, and look-

ing after the spaces that bring our communities together.

“Beyond meeting core infrastructures needs of communities, some councils also provide important community services such as childcare, aged care, disability and local health services.

“We must ensure councils can continue to fund these important community amenities.

“While we cannot pre-empt what the inquiry will learn from public submissions and hearings, I look forward to

working with my parliamentary colleagues to find solutions to current challenges and make recommendations for the federal government to act upon.”

The inquiry’s terms of reference will include:  an understanding of the financial sustainability and funding of local government;  the changing infrastructure and service delivery obligations of local government;  attracting and retaining a skilled workforce in the local government sector;

 structural barriers to security for local government workers and service delivery; and  the role of the federal government in addressing issues raised during the inquiry.

“As a regional Independent MP, I will be particularly interested in the committee examining the challenges faced by local governments in meeting the needs of communities in regional, rural, and remote areas,” Dr Haines said.

“Thriving, prosperous regional communities require consistent and effective delivery and management of local services and critical infrastructure.

“Communities expect the management of resources and funding to benefit them locally and be sustainable long into the future.”

Written submissions related to the inquiry’s terms of reference can be made by individuals and organisations

by May 31 via the committee website.

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CUTTING EMISSIONS: A few of the council team who are involved in their Emissions Impossible initiative aimed at encouraging people to walk or ride instead of using their cars. Pictured are (from left) Olga Davis, Tori Ferguson, Dave Jenkin, Rachel Harrop, Hilary Fielding, Evelina Dudzinski, Felicity Bates, Thomas Rudder and Zaylee Saint-James Turner.

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COUNCIL WORKERS TAKE ON ‘EMISSION IMPOSSIBLE’ COUNCIL staff have been getting active while reducing their carbon footprint as part of an initiative to walk, cycle, catch public transport or car pool for the whole of April.

Titled ‘Emission Impossible’, 33 staff accepted the challenge to re-

duce their personal emissions and with a couple of days left to go, they’ve already collectively saved 700kg of CO2 emissions from entering the atmosphere, and they’re healthier for it.

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Mr McGrath said Road to Recovery and federal assistance grants are both important to council at the federal level and they’ve long been arguing as a sector to make sure there is proper indexing each year to ensure council keeps pace with growing costs.

“There was an announcement on the Roads to Recovery by the Federal Government some months ago that they were proposing to increase the amount of funding in that program over several budget years, so we’re waiting with interest to find out whether we can expect to see any increase in funding in the 2024/25 budget,” he said.

Mr McGrath said in recent years council has been increasing the money it spends on roads, for example gravel resheeting programs and the ability for it to still do this is not there anymore but he confirmed that they will look to maintain the level of money it spends.

He said council’s main focus is to renew existing assets in a world that there is more pressure on building new infrastructure than renewing existing assets.

The Growing Regions Program, which was preceded with several different titles, was the fund that supplied $4.4 million for the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre’s 50- metre pool.

Council has four applications currently active under the Growing Regions Program including a joint submission with North East Water for an integrated water management project that will connect to the new 233-lot development on Clarkes Lane in South Wangaratta.

“We’ve applied to build a new community hub at Wareena Park that will cost about $8m, another $1.5m is being sought for the Wangaratta Creative Arts Precinct, and jointly with Tourism North East and Indigo Shire, council is looking to improve the rail trail that would connect to the King Valley,” Mr McGrath said.

“The integrated water management facility will be critical to the establishment of more housing in the city and the other three will provide a valuable community asset and strong economic return.”

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Man pleads guilty to fatal rollover charges A NORTH East man has pleaded guilty to charges of dangerous driving causing death near Eldorado in 2021.

During a hearing in the Country Court on Wednesday, Judge Gerard Mullaly said he had to determine whether the incident that occurred on September 11, 2021, was one where the court was likely to impose a sentence not involving incarceration.

The defendant, who was 18 at the time of the incident, was behind the wheel of the deceased’s utility vehicle when it rolled along Lonies Gap Road near Mulls

Track around 10:45pm.

Judge Mullaly said the case met the exempting criteria for incarceration due to the “exceptional and compelling” and “exceptional and rare” factors of the case and said he’d suggest a community corrections order would be an appropriate sentence.

“It’s a sad case of yet again an impressive young person causing the death of another,” he said.

Judge Mullaly said one of the the sentencing factors was the “low moral culpability” of the defendant due to him being intoxicated, and the deceased unexpectedly

jumping onto the side of the vehicle, despite his failure to break.

Judge Mullaly also highlighted the fact that if the defendant was to be incarcerated it would end his career with the army after a significant amount had already been invested in him by the government.

“He could be a useful role model to other soldiers who think about acting in a risky way,” he said.

“This could be a small positive that flows from this utter tragedy.”

Another plea hearing was scheduled before the County Court for the case on July 15.

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Fundraiser is just the ticket for Mum’s day MOTHER’S Day is fast approaching, and Wangaratta Auskick has just the ticket to snare Mum a great gift while also supporting an essential local health service.

Tickets for the Auskick centre’s Mother’s Day raffle are on sale each Sunday at the barbecue held during sessions at the Barr Reserve, with locals encouraged to drop in and watch some future talent learning the skills of the game, grab a bite to eat, and purchase a few tickets for the chance to win.

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for $5, and all proceeds from the fundraiser will be donated to the Northeast Health Wangaratta breast and gynaecological cancer service.

Prizes include a six-hour bus package for the winner and 20 guests, a facial and massage, a blow-dry and style, gym memberships, a full house clean, and others donated by locals cafes, restaurants and jewellers.

Tickets will be on sale each Sunday at Auskick until Mother’s Day, May 12.

Wangaratta Auskick president Ben Watts said the centre had received fantastic support from local businesses who had donated raffle prizes, and were only too happy to recognise mums’ contribution to footy, as well as the vital support offered by the NHW breast and gynaecological cancer service.

“Auskick is all about community, and having the support of these businesses as well as people purchasing raffle tickets to support such an important service which helps locals shows that our community is well and truly alive,” he said.

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Smartphone use the curse of society WANGARATTA High School principal Dave Armstrong’s plea in Wednesday’s edition of the Chronicle for parents to implement stricter controls on young children’s smartphone only reflects what schools across the world are experiencing.

The evidence has been out there for many years about the harmful effects of social media on younger or more vulnerable users not only from among their peer groups but also from predators, scammers, ideologues or just straight-out malevolent trolls who target unsuspecting prey for their own advantage or sick pleasure.

Schoolyard bullies are invariably cowards, targeting the ‘weak’ when they are away from the herd or adults, but now through smartphones, they can carry out their attacks 24 hours a day.

The bombardment of ‘alerts’ sent through as news items or must-see messages are often calculated on the individuals smartphone usage and while they may portray some empathy or understanding, invariably the content is not for the receiver’s benefit but for the sender’s.

The refusal of internet message service X (formerly Twitter) to take down footage of a recent knife attack in a church, as ordered by Australia’s e-Safety Commissioner, highlights the lack of responsibility such companies have in the destruction their products brings to the world.

Yes, companies like X and Facebook have benefits, but their disregard for the devastation they cause worldwide to innocent individuals proves they are not to be trusted, especially by parents of adolescents.

You wouldn’t allow your children to drive a car without guidance, logical restrictions and repeated instruction; the internet highway is no less dangerous.

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FACEBOOK users this week commented on what they will be doing for their mum this Mother’s Day. Ronan Holdsworth Gallery: I do have a couple of commission art spots open or i have beautiful prints on my website for mothers day Kim Brimblecombe: St Michael’s Artisan Market Joan Fuller: Where Sue CB: I’m taking my crew to the Football!!

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Petals has some beautiful things in store for mums too Hello Petals: Caroline Stone thank you lovely!!

Thank you for supporting our small business xx Katerina JS: Creatives of Wangaratta and Surrounds - COWS is a great place to find some Mother’s Day gifts too. First one is Saturday the 27th April!

Facebook users also commented on local Milawa

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beekeeping business, Walkabout Apiaries.

Marita Joseph: It all began at Mudgegonga didn’t it?

Alida Foottit: Leanne Branson good read- thanks LJ Carol Ashford: Love the creamed honey Tania Hardman: Overdue for a visit William Magnus: Cold extracted?

Sandy Prendergast: I have bought heaps of

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honey from here. It is just yummy Vanessa McLean: The best honey Linda Simpson: THE best honey!

Facebook users also commented on local woman’s efforts support women going through cancer.

Cancer with a Twist: Fabulous work Debbie x Rita Robinson: Well done Debbie Vikki Law: Awesome job

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Greta students’ moving tributes to ANZACs OUR sincere thanks to the Greta Cemetery Trust, the Greta/Hansonville Hall Committee and the Greta Valley Primary School for another memorable ANZAC service held at the Greta cemetery.

We were capably led through the formalities by Noeleen (Lloyd), Adrian (Younger) and our bugler, Ben Thomas, but the guest speakers, the students from the Greta Valley Primary School, need special commendation.

The Greta Valley students, after very thorough research under the watchful eye of their principal Howard Gibson, took us on a tour of the cemetery, stopping at each soldier’s grave and giving us a snapshot into their family life, their service and the contribution they made to the freedoms we enjoy in this wonderful country of Australia.

Their respectful treatment of our service men and women was a credit to them, their school, and the community in which they live.

This time of reflection is looked forward to each year and we very much appreciate all the effort, by many people, that allows us to take this time out to remember.

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Call for comments on PSA testing AUSTRALIANS impacted by prostate cancer are being urged to have their say on Australia’s guidelines for PSA testing, in a bid to help strengthen systems for detecting the disease early.

The call comes on the back of a major expert and consumer review into national testing protocols for prostate cancer.

A new and improved surveillance program will be key to our success in detecting high-risk prostate cancers at the earliest stage in order to reduce the burden of prostate cancer on the Australian community.

We have gathered 51 national and international experts, alongside consumers, to help review the latest evidence and now want to hear from Australians whose lives may have been impacted by the existing guidelines to see what we can learn.

The current guidelines were approved by the NHMRC and released in 2016.

Consumer comments would be key in devising new communication strategies for a revised set of guidelines.

Should parents enforce stricter controls to reduce smartphone use in children under 16?

POSITIVE ENERGY: Orange was the colour of choice for students including Gema Winn, Maisie Broomfield, Emily Henschke, Tommy Knox, Ryan VanDerPoel when Wangaratta Primary School embraced Harmony Week back in March. Wearing the colour shows support for cultural diversity and an inclusive Australia.

PHOTO: Zoe Henschke Prostate cancer is a major threat to the health of Australian men, with more than 25,000 men newly diagnosed each year.

As our population ages and increases, with improving life expectancy, the number of men at risk of prostate cancer in Australia will significantly increase, so that by 2032 around 30,000 Australian men will be newly diagnosed each year.

Without concerted action to detect highrisk cases of the disease early, many of these men will face an unacceptable risk of avoidable death.

It’s vital that we invest in programs to promote early detection among high-risk men and ensure these men and their families get the earliest possible access to worldleading clinical care and support.

By this time next year, we hope to launch a new way forward for Australian men and families impacted by prostate cancer.

Our approach will represent the very latest evidence, guided by community input, to ensure no man gets left behind.”

PCFA research estimates that around 630,000 Australian men face at least double the risk of a prostate cancer diagnosis due to their family history of the disease.

To comment, go to pcfau.org/psa-guidelines-review.

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FACEBOOK users this week commented on the psiibility of a new 7-Eleven service station.

Lauren Howell: Omg this side of the overpass would be swell - just one servo just ONE west end/Yarrawonga road side for the love of GOD honestly how blind are you.

Dave Allen: Must be very profitable in the fuel business nowadays.

Moggi Frasca: We’ll definitely need traffic lights there, too many accidents already in that area.

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Jack Buckley: Grant it me and Mia Buckley need our donuts and slurpees Trevor Dawson: Good for the town I guess.

Renayee Holt: We don’t need more of them why not put something there for youth Jason Bunce: I thought this was denied due to some legal issue regarding being next to a daycare?

John Giggins: Yet the new Metro servo down Tone road which is built right next door to houses, has no slip road in an 80kph zone.

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Christine Clarke: Why dont they open up out on the Yarrawonga road . It would make much more sense . There is nothing out there and so many new homes going up .

Kristy Walsh: Typical government departments.

They no longer care about the community they represent. They all need to go.

Charles Szeligiewicz: An opportunity existed for the developer to contribute to either traffic lights or a roundabout at the intersection of Ovens/Perry

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and Riley Streets. Pretty sure 7eleven sells E10 unleaded, which you cannot buy in Wangaratta for what reason I do not understand? Also, many residents had reported fuel prices as very high when compared to towns such as Wodonga etc.

Surely, adding another retailer for fuel will increase competition and reduce fuel costs.

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COMMEMORATING ANZAC DAY

IN FORMATION: A troop of local Girl Guides were proud to attend.

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WATCHING THE MARCH: Ebony Newton and Arlo McPhail.

SO SOLIDARITY: Emergency service personnel proudly march along Ovens Street on their way to the cenotaph.

HAPPY TO BE THERE: Amarlie and Arlo Macauley watching the march.

RESPECT FOR THE PAST: Cadet Cara Broady at Wangaratta’s 11am service.

THANK YOU: Veterans from Timor, Iraq and Afghanistan wars.

COMMUNITY EVENT: Annabel and Clara Batters with Tania Sutherland.

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GPs play critical role in frontline of family violence

By BAILEY ZIMMERMANN

CENTRE Against Violence Wangaratta (CAV) is encouraging local clinics to rally behind GP training courses to help detect signs of family violence.

The Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) has re-launched its Family Violence GP Education Program this month and RACGP Victoria chair Dr Anita Munoz is urging all GPs to sign up.

“Estimates suggest full-time GPs may see up to five women per week who have experienced some form of intimate partner abuse in the past year,” she said.

“GPs play a vital role, with one in five women first disclosing their experience of domestic violence to a GP.” CAV Wangaratta CEO Jaime Chubb, said the importance of healthcare professionals in detecting signs of family violence and facilitating access to support services couldn’t be understated.

She said gendered violence continues to plague local communities, with alarming increases in reported incidents.

“With 18 deaths reported this year compared to 10 at the same time last year, it’s evident that despite improvements in systems, the problem persists and is

worsening,” she said.

“Manifestations of gender inequality, such as the lack of respect shown towards girls in areas such as sports, perpetuate harmful gender dynamics.

“Additionally, the gender pay gap reinforces gender inequality, with women earning on average only 78 cents for every dollar earned by men.

“These are just a few of an endless list of examples, incorrectly giving boys, a clear message from a young age that they are the dominate gender.

“We must urgently address these issues to create a culture of empathy and respect.

“Simply put, we are just asking people to be good to each other,” she said.

“If you or someone you know has been impacted by family or sexual violence, please know that you are not alone; get help early.”

If you or someone you know needs our help due to family violence, contact CAV during business hours at the Orange Door on 1800 271 157.

If you require immediate support outside of business hours call Safe Steps on 1800 015 188.

For sexual assault support call 03 5722 2203 for support and assistance.

For after-hours support call 1800 806 292.

GREAT AUSTRALIAN BOOKSHOP TOUR: Authors Anne Buist and Graeme Simsion vistied Wangaratta last week, thowring their support behind Pete Rourke, initiator of Project 365.

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Great Australian Bookshop tour delighted patrons in Wangaratta

By JORDAN DUURSMA AN enthusiastic crowd gathered at Where’s My Coffee in Wangaratta to meet bestselling authors, Anne Buist and Graeme Simsion last week.

The pair shared the writing process for their new novel, “The Glass House”, along with personal anecdotes and answered fans’ questions.

More than 30 people attended the event, creating a warm environment buzzing with excitement and laughter.

Belinda Harrison, from Edgars Books and News, said the husband and wife duo sold at least 17 copies of “The Glass House” on Thursday night.

The royalties from book sales and donations served as a fundraiser for Project 365, an ini-

tiative started by Pete Rourke to promote positive mental health in the community.

Guest speakers from the Grit and Resilience Program, Project 365 and Albury Wodonga Health shared what their organisations and projects are doing to support those with mental health struggles.

Ms Buist said they have put the focus on the mental health aspect of their novel.

“The mental health theme is relevant to the content of our book,” she said.

“Even when we are talking about our characters, it’s about looking at the mental health system in that setting.

“We hope to shape some attitudes and grease some understanding, it’s not why we wrote the book, we wanted it to be a

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Man charged as part of Cobram death investigation DETECTIVES from Cobram Crime Investigation Unit have charged a man as part of the investigation into an incident where a woman was located deceased in Cobram on Tuesday.

A 39-year-old Cobram man has been charged with intentionally cause injury, recklessly cause injury, common law as-

sault, aggravated assault of a female and unlawful assault.

He faced an out of sessions court hearing on Wednesday and was remanded in custody to face Shepparton Magistrates’ Court on Friday.

Police will allege the parties involved are known to each other.

The investigation commenced

when emergency services were called to an address on Campbell Road about 2.15pm on Tuesday, where they found the body of a 49-year-old Cobram woman inside the property.

Detectives from Cobram CIU are continuing to work to establish the exact circumstances in relation to the woman’s death.

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The pair are travelling around Australia on their Great Australian Bookshop Tour, stopping at every book store in Australia.

They have visited 131 bookshops so far and sold 488 copies of The Glass House at events, donating the royalties to mental health organisations.

The pair said the motivation behind the book tour was to promote the role of bookshops and mental health services in the community.

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SOCIAL FOCUS

Final cruise night of the season

FAMILY AFFAIR: Jaxson Garner, Shane Garner, Kevin Felmingham, Pauline Garner, Leesa Woodstock and Maddy Garner enjoyed the display of cars.

By JORDAN DUURSMA LOCALS congregated on Murphy Street for the final Wangaratta Cruise Night of the season on Saturday, April 20.

Cars of all shapes and sizes, from hot rods to classics, cruised the street in harmony, uniting onlookers who gathered along the footpaths to watch.

Local eateries buzzed with business and families brought along chairs to enjoy the show.

Wangaratta Cruise Nights usually start back up in the warmer months, between October and March.

BUMPER TO BUMPER: Cruise night makes a colourful sight at twilight.

LADS NIGHT OUT: Dane Taylor, Edgar Rucins, Jay Ginevra and Jamal Khan joined in to cruise Murphy Street on Saturday night.

FAMILY FRIENDLY: Katherine Hollands with her grandson, Archie Hollands.

BLACK BEAUTY: Ross Pearson’s 1961 EK Holden.

PHOTOS: Jordan Duursma

COUNTING CARS: Rory Burne.

HANG TIME: Jaeda Rubenis.

CLASSICAL CAR KIND OF NIGHT: This yellow hot rod is a common sight around Wangaratta.

THE WORK CAR: Jayson McDonald with his work car for All Metal Polishing.

PARK OUTING: Teodor Rubenis.

Autumn fun at Apex Park

By KURT HICKLING FUN ADVENTURES: Thomas Warfe and Oliver Sallows.

MILD autumn weather last week provided perfect conditions for families to venture to Apex Park for some family time.

SWINGING AROUND: Kalyn Hopkins.

GOOD FRIENDS: Theo and Walter Landale and Will Wright.

PHOTOS: Kurt Hickling

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OUR ENVIRONMENT

Adaptation by design Future Now Climate Solutions

By RUSSELL SULLY, WANGARATTA LANDCARE & SUSTAINABILITY INC. IT is possible to improve year-round liveability in our houses in the face of a changing climate by using passive solar design principles.

These are especially important in new homes but can also be used to improve existing houses.

Clever design can provide year-round comfort while reducing the need for energy to POSITION, POSITION, POSITION: An example of a house designed with north orientation. Good orientation for solar hot water, solar panels, shading by eaves and run heating or cooling machines. use of deciduous plants.

Energy efficient behaviour by residents also contributes to lowering household energy bills.

New subdivisions that foster passive solar design and construction create climate ready communities able to cope with extreme weather events such as heatwaves, floods, and storms.

See the Future Now exhibition currently at the Wangaratta Library for climate solutions for our homes, cities and country.

Key aspects covered include:  Optimum orientation ENHANCED PROTECTION: Good design including wide verandahs and insulation can of a dwelling means the drastically reduce your energy bills.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling sun’s normal path across the

seasons provides natural heating in winter and keeping out the summer sun.

This reduces the need for heating or cooling by having the rooms you use most, facing the sun - usually the living/family room.  Cross-ventilation takes advantage of existing cool breezes through a home, from one side to the other to provide natural low-cost cooling.  Having a floor plan that provides effective cooling and natural air circulation is the basis of low-cost cooling without the reliance on machines e.g. fans or air conditioning.

It also reduces the risk of mould while creating a healthy, efficient, and comfortable home.  Ceiling fans in living and sleeping areas can also reduce the cost of heating and cooling through improved air circulation.

 Windows and shading manage the sun’s heat from entering your home in summer along with external shade structures, awnings, eaves, shutters, shade sails, and deciduous plants along with other vegetation.

External shading can block up to 90 per cent of unwanted direct sunlight from entering the house.  Insulation: a continuous layer is critical for maximum effect.

Use bulk and reflective in the ceiling and bulk in the walls.

Seal thoroughly against drafts and include an entry airlock if possible.  Zone the house so you can close off the living area and heated room from the rest of the house.  Heating and cooling are the most energy hungry machines in the house and consume 40 per cent of the household energy.

A passive energy design home and energy efficient machines will cost less to run to keep the house at a comfortable temperature.

Local event to learn more about Australia’s water mammals PEOPLE can learn more about platypus and the lesser-known rakali (Australian water rat) at a free event at Wangaratta’s Mullinmur Wetlands on Friday, May 3 at 3:45pm.

The Rural City of Wangaratta along with North East Catchment Management Authority (NECMA) and Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability are hosting the event to learn more about Australia’s fascinating water mammals.

The event will feature insightful

presentations by local specialists, engaging interactive exhibits, enjoyable family activities and a barbecue.

While the platypus captures the imagination with its extraordinary features, the rakali remains a hidden gem.

With webbed feet and waterrepellent fur, the rakali bears a resemblance to a diminutive otter, complete with its distinctive, whitetipped tail.

Explore their world and contrib-

ute to understanding their local habitat through a discussion on citizen science data.

Council’s environment team encourages locals to record their sightings of platypus and rakali and share the data via their email so that local information can be explored at the event.

Email your sighting information including species, location, date, and time to environment@wangaratta.vic.gov.au.

Participants at the event are ad-

vised to bring their own water bottle, wear sturdy shoes, and cover up to protect themselves from mosquitos.

Remember to keep your four-legged friends on a lead to protect the local wildlife.

For more information contact council’s environment team on 5722 0888 or email environment@wangaratta.vic.gov.au.

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CALLING CITIZEN SCIENTISTS: Register your place to learn more about the platypus (pictured) Australian water rat.

PHOTO: Rene Martens

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ANZAC Day is a family affair for the Guerins Friday, April 25, 2014

BY ANITA McPHERSON

MARCHING on ANZAC Day and being involved in the catafalque party for both the dawn and 11am services at the Cenotaph in Wangaratta today will be an honor for Tim and Emma Guerin.

The husband and wife are members of the 4th Combat Services Support Battalion army reserves unit at Beersheeba Barracks in Wangaratta, having transferred there last year from the regular army.

Today they will join fellow members of the catafalque party who surround the memorial as part of the traditional and highly symbolic form of respect for those who have fallen.

Having spent close to 10 years full time in the Australian Army moving between bases in Northern Queensland, New South Wales and Canberra, the couple and their three young sons were finally ready to come home.

“We both really like Wangaratta and this is our home, and with (son) Jonah having started school last year and Israel and Samson not far away, we wanted to settle down instead of moving around all the time,” said Emma.

Tim volunteered to be catafalque party commander and Emma also volunteered for a role as memberin-waiting, and over the last two weeks the party of six have come

together to practise their drill and rehearse on site.

Six year old Jonah will be marching with classmates from Yarrunga Primary School, which held its own ANZAC Day service at school assembly on Thursday, and today students will lay a wreath they created from flowers and foliage growing in the school grounds at the 11am service.

“We’ve explained the meaning of ANZAC Day to Jonah before, but at school he has also been learning about it and the story of Simpson and his donkey, so it’s been nice to have him coming home and telling us stories because he’s quite passionate about it,” said Emma.

“It means a lot looking back at the sacrifice all those men made for us to now be able to live in this country, and it continues on.

“It’s important that children keep those stories alive and keep the spirit of ANZAC Day alive.”

After the ceremonies tomorrow, Emma and Tim are looking forward to heading to the RSL and spending time there with friends.

Today is a day Tim is unlikely to forget for a long time to come.

“In the army it is an honor to be involved in the catafalque party and doing it in your home town is something I’ve always wanted to do,” said Tim. “I never got a chance to march in my home town, so to be a part of the catafalque party is even better.”

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King River community input sessions THE North East Catchment Management Authority (NECMA) is seeking community input on a rehabilitation plan it is developing which will guide future investment to maintain the King River as a key regional asset.

The plan is being developed to address damage from recent flooding and to understand the future impacts of climate change, such as more frequent and severe weather events.

Local residents and landholders can share their concerns, priorities and aspirations for the King River during three drop-in sessions being held on Monday, April 29 at the Oxley Shire Hall from 10am to 1pm, at the Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall from 2pm to 5pm, and on Tuesday, April 30 at the Cheshunt Public Hall in Cheshunt from 10am to 1pm, with all welcome to attend.

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ANZAC HONOR: Emma and Tim Guerin volunteered to be part of the traditional catafalque party for today’s ceremonies, and their six year old son Jonah, who has been learning about ANZAC Day at school, is looking forward to marching with classmates. PHOTO: Luke Plummer

ROUND five of the 2024 North East Skate Park Series will be held at Wangaratta’s Mitchell Avenue skate park on Sunday.

Open to skateboards, scooters and BMX, the all-ages event will kick off at 11am, with registration and warm-up from 10.30am.

Those interested in taking part on Sunday are encouraged to drop in to the Mitchell Avenue venue from 10.30am to register their details.

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Couple’s epic drive raises $11,300 for Camp Quality Craig Reynolds and Lyn Malone have returned from their six-day FUNx4 High g Countryy trek

By STEVE KELLY B LOCAL Craig Reynolds and Lyn Malone have returned from their six-day FUNx4 trek across Victoria’s High Country, raising $11,300 for Camp Quality.

Starting in Mansfield and finishing in Bright last week, the pair joined a crew of four-wheel drivers who have all been determined with the same goal, collectively raising $177,467 for the charity that helps provide a better life for sick kids and their families.

Craig and Lyn held a trivia night in the lead up to the event and it was well supported by locals in helping them achieve their fundraising target.

“The High Country is such as

beautiful - it was amazb tif l place l ing because every corner you go around offers postcard views,” Mr Reynolds said.

Mr Reynolds has an 80s series Landcruiser he calls Big Red and he “sat it at the back of the convoy and it chugged up and down the hills and it never missed a beat”.

“It was such a humbling experience to achieve the total from the local community and a large portion of the money will go to the families as Camp Quality’s admin costs are so minimal with over 90 per cent ending up in their programs.”

Next year Craig and Lyn will head from Cairns to Cape York and the pair will begin their next fundraising campaign soon.

FAMOUS PUB: The convoy stopped at the Dargo Hotel along the way.

GREAT TIME: Craig Reynolds and Lyn Malone had a magnificent trip across Victoria’s High Country all in the name of fun and raising money for sick kids and Camp Quality. PHOTO: Brodie Everist

VIEW: Brilliant views were waiting for the four-wheel drivers at every corner.

The 47th Historic Winton is one month away

By JORDAN DUURSMA

ONE MONTH AWAY: The highly anticipated 47th Historic Winton is not far away, on May 25 and 26 at Winton Motor Raceway.

THE 47th Historic Winton is one month away, on May 25 and 26 at Winton Motor Raceway.

It’s gearing up to be a weekend of non-stop racing featuring over 400 historic racing cars and motorbikes from the 1920s to the 1980s.

There will also be a huge array of veteran, vintage, rare and unusual vehicles on display.

Historic Winton was established in 1977 and stands as Australia’s longest running and most popular historic motorsport event.

Stephen Whyte, chief executive officer (CEO) of Benalla Auto Club Group said preparations for the event are coming along nicely and it’s set to be a well-presented circuit.

“It’s one of our key events for the year, it’s always well participated and well supported

by the motor racing public,” he said.

“It’s only one month out so we encourage people to get their tickets early, once you have guaranteed your ticket then you’ll have no problem coming along.”

“Also, book your campsite nice and early so you know that you have a spot and you have the advantage of coming in on the Friday to have a great weekend.

“The Austin 7 Club do a great job of having various displays and car clubs gather for the event across the weekend.

“They have been involved in this event for 47 years, they see it as part of their main stay.

“They are very passionate and historically they have dedicated a lot of time into this, we work with them to put the event on and offer any services we can to help out.

“It’s steeped in history and that’s why so many people follow along.

“HMRAV will be providing support for the Austin 7 Club and the track is ready and prepared.”

Len Kerwood, president of the Austin 7 Club Inc and Historic Winton organiser, confirmed both car and motorcycle events will be running at the 47th Historic Winton as there have always been.

“It is business as usual for Historic Winton,” he said.

“The Austin 7 Club continues to enjoy our long-held association with Winton Motor Raceway and we look forward to running our historic motorsport event of cars and motorcycles again this year.”

Tickets are available at the Historic Winton website https:// historicwinton.org/.

SHEEDY PART OF ROVERS’ SPONSORS DAY WANGARATTA Rovers Football Netball Club held its annual sponsors’ day during the Hawks’ clash with Albury last Saturday.

AFL legend Kevin Sheedy was part of the gathering, speaking during the half-time break about some of his memories from football.

Sheedy said while he was known for his roles as a player and coach, his job in life was “chasing knowledge and sharing it”.

PHOTOS: Simone Kerwin

DAY ON THE BALCONY: Harrison Coatsworth, Kylie Coatsworth, Andy Coatsworth and Jason Parsons.

ENJOYABLE ARVO: Ryan O’Sullivan, Wally Pasquali, Kevin Sheedy and Barry Sullivan.

SOCIAL GATHERING: Bob Murray, Andy Murray and Pete Murray.

WEALTH OF KNOWLEDGE: Football identity Kevin Sheedy speaks to Wangaratta Rovers sponsors day attendees during the half-time break on Saturday.

IN THE HAWKS’ NEST: Craig Ryan, Harrison McCarthy and Mick Pellegrino.

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND

Shadow Murmurs at Wangaratta Art Gallery

Future Now exhibition at the library THE Future Now exhibition from the Australian Museum in Sydney is open at the Wangaratta Library.

The exhibition was developed to demonstrate positive solutions for the future and to explore the impacts of climate change through interactive displays.

Take a look into a hopeful future with three dioramas featuring scale models and audio-visual content bringing sustainable landscapes to life and highlighting innovative solutions for tackling the impacts of climate change.

Featuring everything from community gardens to flying taxis, each pod explores how solutions can be applied to your home life or community, and they are on display until June 4.

AN exhibition of drawings and sculptures by Julie MonroAllison which explores themes of transformation and the evolution of form, is being presented in Gallery 2 at Wangaratta Art Gallery.

Shadow Murmurs includes ink and graphite drawings, ceramic forms, bronze and woven cane sculptures, developed from sketches made while investigating and observing living organisms and their cycles of life: in this instance the termite mounds in Far North Queensland.

It will be open to the public until June 9 with an official opening celebration being held on Friday, May 3 from 5pm.

A Lifetime of Lions in Wangaratta AN exhibition of paintings and drawings by award-winning artist Kate Jenvey, which capture the majestic beauty of lions in the wild, is open at the Art Gallery on Ovens in Wangaratta.

Renowned for her realistic paintings and drawings of wildlife, Kate said this exhibition reflects on her growth as an artist, from her first painting as a five-year-old, through to today, with lions as a subject.

A Lifetime of Lions is open today and Monday from 10am until 4pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 10am until 2pm, in the laneway off Murphy Street, with entry free.

Emily Williams in Women Of Colour MULTI platinum-selling recording artist Emily Williams and her three-piece band will present ‘Women Of Colour’ – a performance of empowerment and celebration like no other - at The Vine Hotel in North Wangaratta on Saturday, April 27 from 8pm.

Williams will be joined by fellow artists to perform songs from the classic ballads of Whitney Houston to the pop presence of Lizzo, pulling back the red curtain on the history of music to prove how much it’s been influenced by the raw talent and power of women of colour.

Tickets are available now at thevinehotel.net.au.

Hints of the Valley by Joan Mullarvey A COLLECTION of works by local artist Joan Mullarvey is on display in the foyer gallery at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre.

Hints of the Valley brings together a series which use the printmaking process of collagraphy; a technique she is particularly drawn to, where textural collaged plates are created then inked in a painterly approach.

They will be on display until May 29.

BEST DRESSED: Sandy Thornhill-Cole, Barbara Amery, Jean Walpole and Annie Longmuir wear a selection of handcrafted vests in preparation for the annual Wool Day at Milawa Community Hall on Saturday.

Enjoy a yarn on Wool Day at Milawa Hall

THE Wangaratta Handweavers and Spinners, together with North East Yarns, will hold their annual Wool Day event at the Milawa Hall on Saturday.

The theme for this year is “InVESTed” and there will be a feature display of vests showing the creative skills of spinners and weavers using hand spinning, knitting, crochet, weaving and felting techniques.

Members have been working on their handcrafted garments and the display promises to be a colourful and original tribute to these useful clothing items, with a selection of garments also for sale.

There will also be a display of completed entries for the 2024 International Scarf Exchange before they are forwarded to Canberra Spinners and Weavers for display, and then posting to the supplier of

the original 150gm of combed wool tops.

Wool Day is aimed to support current crafters and to also inspire visitors to try new skills and projects.

There will be changing demonstrations of spinning, weaving and felting throughout the day with visitors invited to learn from the people demonstrating.

See small, portable pin looms that are used to weave small shapes without fringes featured on the day; the shapes able to be joined to create original mosaic patterns which are suitable for garments, bags, cushions and accessories.

Wangaratta Handweavers and Spinners member Ruth Wolfel has become a dedicated pin loom weaver and will have a vest on display which has been made from 80 handwoven shapes.

Ruth’s enthusiasm has been passed on to her granddaughter Zoe and they will both be demonstrating and sharing their passion for pin loom weaving.

Julie and Joe Hofer from Petlyn Fibre Products in Jindera are manufacturers of pin looms and they’ll be available for purchase on the day.

Loom sizes vary and they are ideal for using up small amounts of yarn left from larger projects.

A number of other traders will have fibres, yarns, equipment and crafted items for sale.

Refreshments will be available all day, with catering by the Milawa Hall committee, and all funds will contribute to ongoing improvements at the hall.

Wool Day will be held at the Milawa Community Hall tomorrow from 10am to 3pm and entry is $2.

Wangaratta community market THE Wangaratta community market runs every Sunday at Moore Than Swimming, located at 11-13 Mason Street in Wangaratta, from 8am until 1pm.

There is a wide range of stalls to browse with new and used items, plants, fruit and veg and more, with refreshments also on site.

Stalls are available for $25 each (no bookings required) with more information via the market’s Facebook page.

Bright autumn art exhibition THE 62nd Annual Autumn Art Exhibition is being held at the Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre until May 12.

See a wide range of beautiful paintings, sculptures, ceramics and jewellery by award-winning artists from around Australia, with all artworks for sale.

It’s open daily from 10am until 4pm in Mountbatten Avenue and entry is $5.

CREATIVE FUN AND GAMES THE Creatives of Wangaratta and Surrounds (CoWS) Creatives Market is back for 2024, with 21 artists, makers and small business owners taking part in the indoor market being held in the CWA Hall in Templeton Street on Saturday from 9am to 1pm.

This year the market will be held on the fourth Saturday of every month (except December) and they have introduced a Junior Creatives program, giving one lucky young entrepreneur a spot at the market free of charge each month. They have also introduced a sticker rally, with free booklets to pick up at the entrance and six stickers to collect from random stallholders, with collectors who find them all in the running to win a prize. Find out more on entry to the April market tomorrow from 9am.

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NORTH EAST NATURALLY

Common yet cryptic - the Plains Froglet

By IAN DAVIDSON & CHRIS TZAROS OF the dozen or so species of frogs that occur in the Wangaratta region, the Plains Froglet is among the most common and widespread.

Inhabiting a range of different habitat types, Plains Froglets are not as highly specialised as some other frog species, thus they are found in just about any wet, damp or flood-prone environment, such as creeks and rivers, dams and billabongs and even roadside ditches and low-lying farmland.

In these areas, they shelter

under logs, rocks and ground litter, usually at the edge of water or otherwise in shallow depressions.

Numerous individuals may be found beneath one rock or log.

Rains stimulate their activity and in wet conditions, they freely move across the landscape seeking moist patches of shallow water required for breeding.

Eggs are laid individually or in loose clumps, on the bottom of

shallow waterbodies, and once the eggs hatch, tadpoles are bottom dwellers feeding on plant matter.

Like birds, frogs make distinctive calls.

To the trained ear, it is often the unique sounds given by each species that indicates their presence as most frogs can be quite difficult to actually see.

The call of the Plains Froglet, a long squelching ‘eeeeeek’, can most commonly be heard after rains from late autumn, through winter and into spring, as males advertise to prospective female mates.

However, unlike most other frogs, Plains Froglets do regularly call throughout the year, day and night, whereas other species typically call only at night.

In appearance, Plains Froglets are among the smallest species of frog in our region, adults measuring 20-24mm, around the size of a 10-cent coin.

Their general upper body colour of light grey to brown, and patterning of blotches and bands, is extremely variable, making identification difficult.

They are very similar in appearance to the related

Common Froglet (with which they often co-occur) and the much rarer Sloane’s Froglet.

In the hand, they can be flipped over to observe their belly patterning, Plains Froglets being lightly ‘peppered’ in complexion, Common Froglets more coarsely mottled black and white, Sloane’s being pale with scattered flecks of dark grey in clusters.

Identification by call is the most reliable method, the Common Froglet giving their distinctive ratchet-like ‘crick-crick-crick-crick’ call, and Sloane’s giving a short, sharp ‘eep’.

HEARD BUT RARELY SEEN: Plains Froglets are rarely seen out in the open but here a male gives its breeding call from a shallow puddle.

PHOTO: Chris Tzaros (Birds Bush and Beyond)

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SONGBIRD: Di Duursma sharing her songs with the crowd.

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SWEET TUNES: Tracey Hamilton playing some sweet tunes to set the mood at the Plough Inn.

ANZAC DAY TRIBUTE: Graeme ‘Lefty McIan’ Chandler performing original song written for ANZAC Day “Never Forget”.

MULTIFACETED MUSICAN: Shell Britt jumped between instruments, showcasing her multifaceted musical talents.

Locals take to the stage

By JORDAN DUURSMA THE Plough Inn in Tarrawingee hosts an Open Mic night every Monday evening from 6pm.

The environment is warm and inviting, whether you’re a seasoned performer or just starting out, all are welcome to come along and try their hand on stage.

The diverse range of performers means it is always a surprise who you’re going to end up listening to.

From classic rock covers to originals, jazz to country, blues to acapella, there is a little something for everyone.

Local musician, Shell Britt who spear-headed the initiative said it’s a chance for anyone to come along and have a go.

“Anyone is welcome to perform, and of all ages,” she said.

“It’s a great chance to make connections.

“It gives bands, musicians, and younger kids the opportunity to start performing.

“I would encourage everybody to come along, it’s a family friendly environment.”

COME JOIN IN: Sebastiano Nicolosi, Graeme ‘Lefty McIan’ Chandler, Andrea Simmons, Sonya Bley, Shell Britt, Tracey Hamilton and Di Duursma all performed at this week’s Open Mic night.

PHOTOS: Jordan Duursma In the summertime the Open Mic night is held on the main stage in the courtyard but during the cooler months they have moved inside, adding to the cozy vibe.

Toby Hyland, owner of Underdog Guitars, donates a voucher every week to be given as a token of encouragement to a lucky musician on the night.

SUPPORT FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES: Toby Hyland from Underdog Guitar and Shell Britt with a voucher donated by Underdog Guitars.

Toby said his motivation behind the donation is to support the local community and encourage those who get up on stage.

Cate and Phil Lithgow donate a meal voucher and The Cribbes Road Convenience Store donate a voucher for any child who is brave enough to get up on stage and have a go.

The Plough Inn have been booking bands from the Open Mic night to play gigs on other nights, creating a community of musical regulars.

Owner of the Plough Inn, Phil Lithgow, said the Open Mic night is a great fit for their pub and brings customers in, fostering a musical community.

SHARING THE STAGE: Di Duursma, Graeme ‘Lefty McIan’ Chandler and Shell Britt sharing the stage.

“We like people being able to come and enjoy themselves,” he said.

“People can have a bit of a buzz out and fulfil a few of their dreams without any questions.

“We think it’s fun and family friendly, which really suits us as a pub.

“It’s such a good community here and we like to be

a community-minded pub that is village orientated.

“Before we opened the pub, we did a fair bit of research, particularly in Ireland and we really like that Irish pub feel which is built around food and music, we tried to bring those elements into what we do here.

“We had been thinking about hosting Open Mic nights for a little while and after talking to Shell we kicked them off.

“The stage will be inside until it warms up again, and we will keep going as long as everyone keeps turning up.

“Everyone is welcome to come out and have a sing.

“People may have an inner voice that they’d like to stretch out so they’re welcome to do that here.”

Anyone is welcome to perform, simply rock up on the night, write your name on the blackboard and enjoy some sweet tunes while you wait for your turn to perform.

For more information contact The Plough Inn via phone at 03 57192450 or via email to either phil@tarrapub.com.au or cate@tarrapub.com.au.

COMMUNITY EFFORT: Shell Britt, Toby Hyland, Di Duursma, Graeme ‘Lefty McIan’ Chandler and Edwin Wahlander from the Plough Inn.

More fun for runners at Bright this weekend

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE WITH just a few days until this year’s Bright P-12 Fun Run it’s time to warm up your muscles and prepare to enjoy the spectacular autumn views along the local trails.

The event began in 2011 and, after a three year hiatus, made its comeback last year with a hugely successful community feel, according to Bright P-12 Fun Run committee member Shanna Gray.

Ms Gray said the event remains the same as last year, before changes come with Mystic Park trail upgrade works.

“We’re still running the three course lengths; 3km, 8km and 18km along the same courses, as its the last year we can do that and it was easier for us to manage getting it up and running,” she said.

“It will kick off at 7am from our Bright P-12 campus and we’ll have coffee, food, face painting and more outdoor activities for the kids.

“So far we’ve got a couple hundred registrations for entry and, historically, that number doubles in the week leading up to the event so we’re hoping to see even more people get involved and it’s looking like a busy event this

year which is great.

“We’ve also heard from the guys checking our trails that the views are spectacular with the autumn leaves already on show.

Those interested can also enter on the day with registrations open 30 minutes prior to each race start time.

Organisers are highly encouraging participants to arrive early enough to collect your bib, especially with high registration numbers expected.

The Bright P-12 Fun Run will be held this Saturday, April 27.

For more information, go to https://www.brightfunrun.com.au/.

GEARING UP: Bright P-12 Fun Run was a hit last year, pictured here, and participants are gearing up for the 2024 event being held this Saturday.

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By Jen Melocco, National Property News Director, ACM & View.com.au BUYING a property can be a nerve wracking experience for many, but buying at auction can cause even more nerves.

However that doesn’t need to be the case according to an award winning young auctioneer, with preparation and a few useful tips putting you ahead of the pack no matter what type of market.

“My number one tip would be to know exactly the figure you are willing to pay for the property and ensure you are comfortable with potentially losing the property for any amount over that figure,” says Ashley Maikousis of Woodards South Yarra who recently took out the Real Estate Institute of Victoria’s Novice Auctioneer Award.

It is important to know exactly how much you are willing to pay and stick with it at auction.

“The more researched and educated you are on the property itself and the market, the more comfortable you will feel on game day.”

Some people may not be comfortable with jumping into such a charged atmosphere as an auction and that is okay according to Ms Maikousis, who says it is fine to then call in someone who is one step removed to the buying process.

HOW MUCH: It is important to know exactly how much you are willing to pay and stick with it at auction.

“Bring a trusted friend or family member that has experience in bidding at auctions,” says Ms Maikousis.

And there is also an opportunity to call in a professional.

“If it is within your means, a buyers

agent who will take care of this whole process for you is certainly worth looking into - an experienced buyers agent could land you with a dream property at a great price without the anxiety,” she said.

“I believe in bidding strong from the

start and let the auctioneer and everyone else know you’re serious about the property.”

When it comes to when to bid there are a number of options on when is the time to make your move.

“There are a lot of theories around the psychology of bidding at an auction, but personally I believe in bidding strong from the start and let the auctioneer and everyone else know you’re serious about the property,” says Ms Maikousis.

While the amount of homes selling at auctions has eased as the market cools from its peak last year, there is still value in bidding at auction.

“In a slower market where properties may pass in more often, ensuring you are in that position of power to negotiate exclusively with the vendors is important. Put your hand up if no one else is to ensure you are in that drivers seat,” says Ms Maikousis.

She has worked alongside and been mentored by her colleague Luke Banitsiotis of Woodards Blackburn who took out the title for REIV Senior Auctioneer of the Year.

“I’m pleased with my achievements, however mentoring my peers is what I’m proudest of,” she said.

“Providing advice, teaching, and training Ashley and seeing what she has achieved in such a short time is amazing”, said Mr Banitsiotis.

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Why fix something that ain’t broke

■ STEADY AS SHE GOES: The H6 SUV hybrid version accounts for 30 per cent of sales and all the signals suggest that it’s steady as she goes.

By CHRIS RILEY, Marque Motoring NOT much has changed since we drove Great Wall’s mid-sized Haval H6 SUV a couple of years ago.

But then why would it when the five-seater has reportedly been the best-selling SUV in China for the past nine years?

The current model dates back to 2020, while the hybrid and a fastback version called the GT were added to the mix in 2021.

The hybrid version that we are looking at here now accounts for 30 per cent of sales and all the signals suggest that it’s steady as she goes.

STYLING The mid-sized H6 comes in several grades, priced from $31,990 driveaway.

Only two of them however are available with a hybrid, petrol-electric drivetrain, the Lux and Ultra.

Lux is priced from $40,9900 while the top of the line Ultra is $44,990, both are driveaway prices.

Optioning the fuel-saving hybrid adds $5500 to the price of Lux and $6000 to the price of Ultra.

Our test vehicle was the top of the line Ultra Hybrid finished in Crayon Grey.

There was a head-up display, an electric tailgate, panoramic sunroof and a fully automatic system that will park the car for you.

The cabin is dominated by two large colour displays: a 12.3-inch touchscreen for infotainment in the centre of the dash and a smaller 10.25-inch screen mounted behind the steering wheel for the speedo and other instruments.

The touchscreen provides control for most features but it can be tricky getting it right while trying to drive and keeping an eye on the traffic at the same time.

Most car makers at least provide a quick access volume knob for audio.

Towing capacity is 1500kg, with 225/55 series Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 rubber and a tyre repair kit in place of a spare.

Haval H6 Hybrid is covered by a 7-year unlimited kilometre warranty, along with 5 years roadside assistance and 5-year capped price servicing.

ENGINES / TRANSMISSIONS The petrol engine generates 110kW and 230Nm, while the battery adds another 130kW and 300Nm to the equation.

It brings combined output to 179kW of power at 5500 rpm and 530Nm of torque from a low 1500 to 4000 rpm, with claimed fuel consumption of 5.2L/100km (using regular unleaded).

While petrol models employ a seven-speed dual clutch transmission, the hybrid is equipped with a dedicated,

two-speed hybrid transmission (DHT), with auto engine stop-start to further reduce consumption.

SAFETY Five star safety includes seven airbags, including a centre bag, 360-degree camera, forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, secondary collision mitigation and autonomous emergency braking including pedestrian, bicycle and crossroads.

The big, bright, high definition camera provides a crystal clear image of the surroundings.

DRIVING The cabin is roomy and reasonably comfortable, with plenty of rear legroom and air vents for back seat passengers.

We found the air conditioning slow to cool the cabin, while luggage space was soon found wanting when we packed for a weekend away for two adults and two children.

The complex hybrid powertrain has been developed in house and consists of a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine together with a twin-speed electric motor.

The car has the ability to operate in a variety of hybrid modes, including EV, Series, Parallel and Regeneration, providing optimum performance at all times.

The tightly integrated, light weight transmission offers excellent reliability and NVH performance.

The batteries are hidden under the luggage floor, occupying the space normally devoted to a spare wheel.

There are four drive modes from which to choose: Eco, Normal, Sport and Snow.

Sport feels the best but unfortunately has to be selected each time you start the car.

Ditto the annoying lane assistance which we eventually turned off because it quickly becomes annoying.

Like an electric car the battery provides sharp acceleration off the line, before the turbocharged petrol engine kicks in at about 30km/h.

The brake regeneration effect can be adjusted and monitored through the touchscreen.

Sounds impressive and the H6 Hybrid certainly packs a decent punch, but it is let down by the overall drive experience.

The chief problem is that the suspension is soft and bouncy.

While it remains comfortable, even fully loaded on country roads, it tends to porpoise over undulations in the road surface.

And be sure to slow down for dips because we bottomed out on the first one that we encountered.

For the record, it wasn’t that deep and we weren’t going that fast.

And, as before, the front drive wheels break traction easily in the wet, scrabbling for traction.

The thing is traction control is supposed to prevent this from happening, or at

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE: H6 2.0T PREMIUM 2WD: $33,990 H6 2.0T LUX 2WD: $36,990 H6 2.0T ULTRA 2WD: $39,990 H6 1.5T LUX HYBRID 2WD: $42,490 H6 1.5T ULTRA HYBRID 2WD: $45,990 H6GT 2.0T LUX 2WD: $40,990 H6GT 2.0T ULTRA AWD: $46,490 NOTE: These are driveaway prices and include all dealer delivery and government charges.

least nip it in the bud.

Too bad only the petrol version of Ultra adds all-wheel drive.

Like lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control proved to be annoying too.

It slows down for bends and brakes for on-coming traffic that is safely on its side of the road sometimes suddenly.

We were forced to turn it off.

Pairing our phone with the car via Bluetooth was simple enough, but Android Auto kept dropping its connection, making navigation difficult.

Remember, it doesn’t come with built-in satnav.

The touchscreen itself is slow to respond or doesn’t respond at all and this goes for the driver info screen as well.

Also, there are no physical controls for volume or

the air conditioning.

At one point the screen went completely black.

On a more positive note, fuel economy is excellent. We were getting 6.0L/100km after more than 500km, and 6.6L long-term.

SUMMING UP For the price, the H6 Ultra Hybrid is tempting.

It’s a good size, it’s well equipped and doesn’t use much fuel.

What more could you want of a car?

Well, how about navigation and digital radio for starters.

And isn’t it about time Great Wall responded to some of the issues that we have identified, issues that have been there for at least the past four years.

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Rural City Connection Friday 26 April 2024

Council Meeting The April Scheduled Council Meeting will be held at the Eldorado Memorial Hall at 6pm on Tuesday 30 April with public consultation time available from 5:30pm. Questions from the public are welcome. These can be submitted up until 10am on the day of the meeting through our website at www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/Contact-us.

Alternatively, questions can be asked in-person at the meeting.

A recording of the meeting will be available following the rural meeting on our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@ RuralCityofWangaratta. A light supper will be provided.

Wangaratta Art Gallery Exhibition Opening Friday 3 May 2024 from 5pm

Local Shop Hop

Come along to the opening reception of Petite Miniature Textiles. This biennial exhibition showcases innovative textile practice from across Australia in small scale and brings together a diversity of artists and approaches. For more information and to book your free ticket to the opening, visit www.wangarattaartgallery.com.au

Each month we are showcasing the cool, quirky, and unique shopping spots across our region. From April to November 2024, residents and visitors alike are invited to explore our charming townships for a chance to win some awesome prizes.

Remember to scan the QR code at point of purchase, and you’re in! It’s your last chance to enter in Glenrowan this week, next stop is Milawa. With More info here: https://bit.ly/3IZq8Xy

Have your say Municipal Early Years Plan - Community Survey This survey is designed to gather insights and opinions from residents regarding the future direction of early childhood services in Wangaratta. Your feedback will help us understand the needs and priorities of families with young children, ensuring that our services are tailored to meet those needs effectively.

Submissions close Friday 31 May https://bit.ly/4cYqHyD Come along to this free event and get to know our intriguing local water mammals the Platypus and Rakali. There will be presentations from local experts, fun activities for families, and a bbq. For more information and to book your tickets visit https://events.humanitix.com/mullinmur-platypus-rakali

Notice of Planning Scheme Amendment C86wang Location: Lot 2 PS744661D Wangaratta-Whitfield Road and part of Targoora Park (330 Wangaratta-Whitfield Road), Wangaratta Proposal: This combined Sec 96A planning scheme amendment and planning permit application (ref: PlnApp24/005) proposes the rezoning of Lot 2 PS744661D Wangaratta-Whitfield Road from Low Density Residential Zone - Schedule 1 to General Residential Zone - Schedule 1 to facilitate a multi lot staged residential subdivision (233 lots) including the removal of native vegetation, the alteration of an access to a road in a Transport Zone 2 (Wangaratta-Whitfield Road) and the removal and variation of an easement (E1). The amendment also proposes to partially rezone Targoora Park (330 Wangaratta-Whitfield Road) from Public Park Recreation Zone to Public Use Zone 1 to accommodate the construction of an integrated waste water treatment plant. The amendment can be viewed on Rural City of Wangaratta’s website, including details of how to make a submission: www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Development/ Strategic-planning/Planning-Scheme-Amendments.

For more information, please contact the Strategic Planning Department on 03 5722 0888. Any submissions must be received by COB on 14 May 2024.

Synergy Youth Hub Come down to the Synergy Youth Hub on Monday afternoons in April for a series of great activities. 29 Flanagan St, Wangaratta (behind James Tilson Kindergarten).

29 April:

Personnel Group info session & FREEZA catch-up. The Personnel Group assists individuals to find long-term, sustainable employment

Planning Applications

Did you know that you can hire space at the Digital Hub? They have a conference room with camera and TV display for Teams/Zoom meetings and presentations, a kitchenette and lounge for breaks, plus co-working desks, PCs, MACs, and iPads for use. They are open to bookings from all organisations and groups, whether you need the full site or just a table.

For more details visit https://www.wangarattadigitalhub.com.au/

Application No

PlnApp24/048

Location

13-17 Garnet Avenue Wangaratta

Proposal

Buildings and works for the construction of ten dwellings.

Positions vacant

These applications can be viewed on Rural City of Wangaratta’s website under Development, Planning, Current Applications. Any person who may be affected by the granting of a permit may object or make a submission (must be in writing). For more information, please contact the Town Planning Unit on 03 5722 0888. Council will not decide these applications before 30 April 2024.

Administration Officer Digital Transformation Business Analyst Customer Service Officer Lifeguard

closing 29/04/2024 29/04/2024 6/05/2024 6/05/2024

For further information on these positions please visit https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/Careers.

Contact your Councillors

Dean Rees

Harvey Benton

Ashlee Fitzpatrick

David Fuller

Irene Grant

Harry Bussell

Jack Herry

Mayor 0429 623 141

Deputy Mayor 0429 542 928

City Ward 0448 384 600

City Ward 0429 545 907

Warby Ward 0428 189 249

South Ward 0429 475 863

City Ward 0400 669 615

d.rees@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

h.benton@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

a.fitzpatrick@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

d.fuller@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

i.grant@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

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

h.bussell@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

j.herry@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

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Tourism and Events Officer Full-Time (Re-advertised) Benalla Rural City Council is looking for an experienced Tourism and Events Officer to join our highly motivated and dedicated Economic Development and Sustainability team. The successful candidate will have event management experience, relationship building and project management skills to successfully promote Benalla and grow the local tourism and event opportunities.

The role will primarily focus on: the growth and development of the tourism and events at Benalla Rural City Council. coordinate civic events including but not limited to Australia Day and Citizenship Ceremonies. provide professional advice to community and external events coordinators and be a point of contact for community events and to assist to deliver outcomes for these events. processing of event applications. support the local tourism industry to grow and develop. assist in the attraction, development, delivery and promotion of major events such as the Benalla Festival and Benalla Street Art Festival. undertake market research and analysis. provide assistance with the Visitor Information Centre when required.

The successful applicant will have experience in Local Government, event management, tourism and/or marketing. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a range of internal and external stakeholders will be fundamental.

For a confidential discussion on the position, telephone Manager Economic Development and Sustainability, Courtney Naughton on 03 5761 2211.

Supported Playgroup Facilitator Temporary Part-Time (19 hours per week 0.5 EFT) April 2025 Do you enjoy working with families in the community?

Are you a great communicator and team player?

Are you positive, creative and organised?

In this rewarding role you will: implement the Supported Playgroup Program work closely with families to participate and benefit from the Supported Playgroup provide innovative and creative ways to benefit children’s development and families’ well-being.

For a confidential discussion on the position, telephone Family Services Team Leader Rebecca Mudd on 0458 001 664.

Download an Employment Information Pack for these positions at www.benalla.vic.gov.au or obtain a pack from Human Resources Coordinator Rhonda McDonald, telephone 03 5760 2662.

Applications addressing key selection criteria should reach us by 5pm Monday, May 6, 2024.

Benalla Rural City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child Safe Organisation.

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KITCHEN HAND Casual contract For further information please contact ÔʽʡĬɃύÀȤĬʭǧ·ύώ$ǶʉơƓʭɡʉύ ʽʡǶɃơʡʡύуύÔơʉ̂ǶƓơύ$ơ̂ơȤɡʄȽơɃʭύώ - (03) 5728 0342 Closing Dates: 01/05/2024 Application instructions can be found on our website As we are an Aged Care Facility, the COVID 19 vaccination ĬɃƚύʭ̃ɡύƒɡɡʡʭơʉύ̂ĬƓƓǶɃĬʭǶɡɃʡύĬʉơύȽĬɃƚĬʭɡʉ̉ύǐɡʉύĬȤȤύʡʭĬ̶Άύ A copy of your vaccination status’s are required upon ĬʄʄȤǶƓĬʭǶɡɃΆύ ȤȤύʡʭĬ̶ύ̃ǧɡύ̃ɡʉȟύǶɃύɡʽʉύʉơʡǶƚơɃʭǶĬȤύĬǒơƚύƓĬʉơύ ʽɃǶʭʡύĬȤʡɡύʉơʇʽǶʉơύĬύƓʽʉʉơɃʭύ $^ÔύƓǧơƓȟ To apply and for full details on the positions, please log on to: www.beechworthhealthservice.com.au

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We are currently seeking applicants for the following ongoing positions from Term 3, 2024:

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Accounts & Office Manager North East Media and Group Companies

Vacancies Food Services – Sandwich & Salad Production Permanent Contract 64 hours per fortnight

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Clinical Nurse Consultant – Acute Pain Services Fixed Term Contract Up to 64 hours per fortnight

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Full Time North East Media and associated companies are looking for an experienced accounts and office manager to bring their expertise into play in a role that is pivotal to our success.

If you are looking to be a part of a company that values your skills and offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team then this role would be ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities: / Overseeing financial management, billing, payroll and accounts payable/receivable. / Managing the administration operations of the media business, including workflow management, resource allocation, and staff supervision. / Implementing and maintaining efficient office systems and procedures to enhance productivity and quality improvement processes. / Providing leadership and guidance to the team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Requirements: / A minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounts and administration. / Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. / Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues. / Intermediate to Advance Level in the Microsoft suite of products (Outlook, Word and Excel). / Experience in accounting systems such as Xero or MYOB. To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to: Edward Higgins CEO North East Media Pty Ltd ehiggins@nemedia.com.au

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FREE Range Hens, ISA Brown Pullets, POL, $28 each. Phone Becky or Hugh on 5798 1868.

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2006 NISSAN PATHFINDER, reg (UDQ911), 180,000km, 1 owner, 7 seater, second spare, roof racks, very good condition, $8000 ono. Call Robin 0412 485 113.

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DEATH NOTICES

BEREAVEMENT THANKS

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GROOM – CAIN Claudia and Joel.

Congratulations on your marriage.

Friday, April 26, 2024.

We wish you a lifetime of love and happiness. ~ Love Rosa and Doug Groom and Michelle and Dion Cain.

RICKARD, Diana Monica.

22/9/1944 – 17/4/2024 Passed away peacefully at Blackwood Cottage, Beechworth.

Aged 79 years.

Dearly loved daughter of Herbert and Phyllis Rickard (both dec).

Loved sister and sister-in-law of Bert (dec) and Wendy, Lance and Beth, Lester (dec) and Bettye, Kevin and Evange, Terry and Judy, Jenny and Tim. Loved Aunty to her many nieces and nephews.

FUNERALS

CAIRNS, Robert “Bob”.

The President and members of the Probus Club of Wangaratta Inc mourn the loss of our member of nine years.

With our deepest sympathy to Jan and Bob’s family.

CAIRNS, Robert John.

A memorial service to honour Bob's life will be held at North East Funerals, 184 Greta Road Wangaratta at 2pm on Monday, April 29, 2024.

Thanks to everyone who attended the funeral especially to Rev. John van Riet, Brian Sheppard and Marti Hooper for all your support and beautiful tributes at the service.

A memorial service for Mrs Gwendoline Margaret “Gwen” Ham will be held in the Mason Park Chapel, 95 Mason Street, Wangaratta on Friday, May 3, 2024 at 2pm.

A committal of Gwen’s ashes will follow at the Wangaratta Lawn Cemetery.

Gwen’s memorial can be viewed via livestream at www.masonpark.com.au/live-streaming/.

Dear friend of Ann, lifetime friend of Jim. Loved Aunt of Diane, Stephen and Heather.

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Justice denied Legal service says lack of funding has seen only half community demand met

A COMMUNITY legal service says it has had to turn away almost as many people as it has been able to help in Wangaratta and the North East because of chronic government underfunding and uncertainty.

Hume Riverina Community Legal Service is calling on

BY SHANE DOUTHIE sdouthie@ nemedia.com.au

the Federal Government to address what is says is a national funding crisis affecting the community legal sector and invest in justice for

regional communities.

“We partner with health, education and community service organisations across North East Victoria and the Southern Riverina of New South Wales to provide legal assistance to people experiencing disadvantage, and barriers to justice,” said

Hume Riverina Community Legal Service manager and principal lawyer Sarah Rodgers.

“In 2022-23 we assisted more than 1300 clients experiencing intersecting disadvantage who would not otherwise have been able to access legal assistance.

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Budget, and a commitment to long-term funding security for the sector.

“Access to justice is essential to the wellbeing of individuals and communities and should be based on need, not postcode or the size of your bank balance.”

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“We turned away almost as many people seeking legal assistance as we were able to help.

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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 ting a slightly better percentpart of how they perform Beechworth Secondary Mansfield Secondary Col- College age of 40+ scores at 3.6pc College

BY STEVE in VCE, but there are many Wodonga had a mehad a median study lege had a median of 29 with dian of 29, with compared to Cathedral’s score KELLY other factors that contribute 3.2pc 40+. of 29, but it was its 40+ 1.3pc of scores 40+.

3.3pc. their desired outcome such skelly@ Yarrawonga College P-12 score that was a standout Myrtleford P-12 College was nemedia.com.au But while Wangaratta with as getting into a university a median of 28 with 13.7pc reaching the A had a median of 28 with 3.3pc of scores High School had a lesser me- grade course of their choice.

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Wangaratta’s three sec- dian 3.9pc of scores 40+, while study score at 26, it was Despite students dealing ondary The top three schools in Benalla P-12 College had Marian schools stack up well better than College had a me- Victoria were Galen and Cathe- a median study with adversity from the pan- when Bialik Colscore of 26, dian of 28 with zero compared to others dral with a 40+ percentage of with zero over scores lege in Hawthorn that demic in 2020 and the touted across had 40+, while FCJ 40+. the region and even 3.9. country-city education divide, several a median of 38 with 39.9pc College Benalla had a strong metropolitan counMount Beauty Secondary of scores Across the region Goul- median they performed reasonably terparts 40+, Mount Scopus of 30 with 6pc of College had across the state. a median of 28, Memorial College burn Valley Grammar School scores well judging by the VCE study was next 40+.

Galen Catholic College in Shepparton with 2.7pc of scores 40+. scores released by the Victo- and had a median with 38 and 39.7pc, with Euroa Secondary College’s Cathedral College both 35 with Wodonga Senior Second- Ballarat 21.6pc achieving dux achieved rian Curriculum and Assess- achieved Clarendon College one of the ary College had a median study 40+, placing a median third with 38 and 38.4pc. ment Authority (VCCA). it 30th best in highest scores score of 29 with Galen get- Victoria. in the region score of 23, with 1.1pc of For the full results visit with a 98.55 ATAR. scores 40+, while Catholic vcaa.vic.adu.au.

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c REVVED UP: Northeast Radio Control Club president Matthew Johnson-Begg works on his machine in the pits.

c HOT WHEELS: Teo Valle (9) from Peechelba raced for the first time in RC Touring Class.

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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Teens look to the future with uni

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.

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Fun for all at Oxley table tennis

By JUNE UEBERGANG

ALL roads led to the Oxley hall last Monday night, where 20 players arrived to take part in the weekly social table tennis competition.

Ripping into gear early, two dad and daughter pairs, Richard and Phoebe Morgan and Adam and Phoebe Bosley faced each other in a ‘family feud’.

While there were two Phoebes, there were certainly no freebies in a game which showcased each player’s strengths in desire and

delivery on every point.

Final scores revealed Phoebe and her partner won by a whisker.

On top of his game, ‘master chef’ Will Bonwick and the man of ‘Manni’ talents, Poulos, took up the challenge by ‘little and lively’ Kate Cole and the lad who stands tall Archie Crispin.

While Archie and Kate rucked and roved the high and low balls with purpose, Manni and Will played down the lines with precision, as each pair searched long and hard to achieve their own goals.

An entertaining contest resulted in a win for all.

There were no advantages in the ‘maiden handicap’ event, when ‘sleeves up’ Debbie Brunken, and the girl with more up her sleeve than her arm, Millie Bosley, partnered to play Lucy Uebergang and ‘fine foods creator’ Jenni Poulos.

With all four players attacking and defending shorts of a high standard, it came as no surprise to learn it was yet another tiebreaker, which saw Debbie and Millie take the win.

After each had already played many sets, it was on for young and old when octogenarians June Uebergang and Neil Brock challenged the ‘young fry’ Katie Woodberry and Graham Stephens to ‘catch us if you can’ in a great tussle of bodies and minds.

With tactics being discussed in code language and bat whispering, Katie and Graham thought they had the game in the bag, but June and Neil responded well to each and every question that came their way, resulting in a closer than expected duel.

Final scores saw Graham and Katie ‘would bury’ their opponents’ hopes, 21-19.

When Jason Mullins threw off his golden fleece to partner ‘ever-smiling’ Theo Poulos to take on father and son duo Pete and Hugh Spring, everyone knew the game would be a cracker.

From the first serve, Pete and Hugh sprung out of the blocks, throwing everything at their equally talented opponents.

After belting it out for what seemed and eternity, big smiles, hearty handshakes,

and a call for a replay next week were testament to the intensity and enjoyment of their marathon performance.

The final set for the evening saw everyone gather around the supper table to enjoy refreshments and hearty chatter on what ‘coulda’ been.

Adults and secondary school students of all ages and abilities are most welcome to join the group each Monday night, beginning at 7pm at the Oxley hall.

Bring your own bat, $2 entry, and a small plate to share.

SCOREBOARD JUBILEE GOLF CLUB SATURDAY, April 20 Stableford Ladies Winner: Yogie Naidoo 34 Ball Winners: Di Murphy (2) 34, Alison Comensoli 34, Mary Jones 33, Melody Adams 31, Linda Stone 30.

NTP: 4th Ali Comensoli, 13th Marilyn Pane.

Saturday, April 20: Stableford A Grade: Jack Stamp 39. R/Up: Tom Aggett 38. B Grade: Adam Anderson 38. R/Up: Ken Beitzel 38.

C Grade: John Porter 38. R/Up: Ray Hyland 36. D Grade: Bernie Grealy 38.

R/Up: Russell Stone 37.

Ball Winners: Daniel McPhee (2) 37, Jaxon Osmotherly 37, Andrew Walker 37, Peter Glidden 36, Peter Geldens 36, Ron Webb 35, Chris Palmer 35, Michael Baillie 35, Stan Goldsworthy 34, Ian Dinsdale 34, Richard Arnold 34, William Slade 33, Attila Kungl 33, Brian Lee 33, Phil Densten 33, Pat Ernst 33, Ben Davis 33, Nat Hirunwinwat 32, Mal Ellis 32, Allen Bastin 32.

NTP: 4th John Porter, 8th Andrew Charles, 13th Danny Fogarty, 17th Brendan Cairns.

Sunday, April 21: Stableford Winner: Matthew Pane 39.

Ball Winners: Jacob Schonafinger (2) 37, John Huntington 35, Tom Aggett 32.

NTP: 13th Aaron Kungl.

Monday, May 22: Vets’ 18 Hole Stableford A Grade: Pat Ernst 38. B Grade: Michael Baillie 37. C Grade: John Batchelor 38.

Ball Winners: Jim Moore 35, Laurie Miller 35, Ian Dinsdale 35, Michael Tanner 35, Keith Moorhead 35, Carmine Pane 35, Dave McFarland 35, Barry Adams 35, Michael Monro 34, Gordon Patterson 34.

NTP: 4th Gerard O’Brien, 8th Pat Ernst, 13th Ian Dinsdale, 17th Allan Sands.

Tuesday, April 23: Ladies’ Monthly Medal A Grade: Melody Adams *MEDAL WINNER* 67.

Best Scratch: Di Murphy 86.

B Grade: Erika Lombard 75.

Best Scratch: Joy Hester 103.

Ball Winners: Joy Hester (2) 76, Liane Graham 77, Di Murphy 77, Chris Boseley 77.

NTP: 4th Robyn Hogan, 8th Chris Boseley, 13th Robyn Ottaway, 17th Melody Adams.

Wednesday, April 24 Men’s 18 Hole Stableford Winner - A Grade: Gordon Patterson c/b from Carmine Pane 37. B Grade: Jim Moore c/b from Laurie Miller 35. C Grade: Noel Holmes 36.

Ball winners: Carmine Pane 2 Balls 37, Andrew Skewes 36, Laurie Miller 35, Rhys Rigoni (Eagle on 15) 34, Gary Butler 34, Steve Richards 34, Stan Goldsworthy 34.

NTP: 4th Gary Butler, 8th Carmine

Pane, 13th Gary Butler, 17th Angus Williams.

Wednesday, April 24: 9 Hole Stableford Winner - A Grade: Sam Richards 18. B Grade: Jim Darcy 19.

Ball winners: Peter Walker 2 Balls 18, Allen Mercer 18, Chris O’Keefe 17.

NTP: 4th Bill O’Brien, 8th Bill O’Brien.

WANGARATTA GOLF CLUB WGC Competitions: Week ending April 21 Tuesday, April 16: Women’s Stableford 18 Hole Winner: Judy Brown 43 Points. 18 Runner Up: Lorraine Adams 40 Points.

Ball Winners: Lesley Anderson, Carol Coghill, Barb Woodward, Dawn Fleet, Jenny Kerr.

NTP 9th: Glenda Dodson. NTP 11th: Judy Brown. NTP 13th: Ros Gormly.

9 Hole Winner: Nora Martin 19 Points. NTP 4th: Nora Martin.

Wednesday, April 17 Men’s Competition 18 Hole Stroke - Nett Winner: Dean Campagna nett 66.

Runner Up: Matt Nicolosi net 68 C/B. Ball Winners: Kurt Schubert, Geoff Webster, Craig Donoghue, Steve Baertschiger, Jeremy Winter, Trevor Nipress, Matt Walsh, Michael Webster.

NTP: 4th Arnold Sparks, 7th Trevor Clark, 9th Dean Campagna, 11th Bill Dodd, 13th Michael Webster, 16th Trevor Clark.

9 Hole Stroke Winner: David Lawson 32 nett.

Runner Up: 35 nett.

Ball Winners: Keith Fleet.

April 18 - Women’s Stableford, Wangaratta verses Jubilee 18 Hole Winner: Sue Miller (Wangaratta) 43 Points Chris Bosely (Jubilee) 42 C/B Points.

18 Hole Runner Up: Jill Haldwidl (Wangaratta) 42 Points Robyn Grealy (Jubilee) 40 C/B Points.

Ball Winners: Judy Brown, Barb Thomas, Kathleen Hyland, Sue McCall, Pauline Mercer, Joy Hester, Frances Duffy, Bruna McDonald, Roslyn White.

NTP: 7th Glenda Dodson, 9th Roslyn White, 11th Christine McCarthy, 13th Judy Brown, 16th Frances Duffy.

Saturday, April 20: President’s Gold Cup A Grade Winner: Max Webster 36 Points. A Grade Runner Up: Chris Martens 34 C/B Points. B Grade Winner: David Woodstock 40 Points.

B Grade Runner Up: Joe Antic 38 Points.

Ball Winners: Cam Nottle, John Southwell, Darren Burns, Daymn Hoffard, Steve Bismire, geoff Webster, Graeme Ray, Jake Burns, Matt Nicolosi.

NTP: 4th Geoff Webster, 7th Rob

Holloway, 9th Chris Martens, 11th Joe Antic, 13th Scott Thomson, 16th Ash Clayton.

McDonalds Birdie: Edward Dunstan.

Secret 6: David Woodstock.

Raffle Winner: Trevor Clark.

Sunday, April 21 18 Hole Stableford Winner: Darren Oats 42 Points Runner Up: Dean Campagna 37 Points.

Ball Winner: Jake Burns 35 Points.

TARRA GOLF CLUB TARRAWINGEE Golf Club results Saturday, April 20.

A Stableford round was played with the winner being Pete Nolan, 30 pts, runner up Manny Tanirau 29 pts.

Nearest the pin on the 4th was Mark Nolan.

Another round of the singles KO was played with the winners being Lindsay Steer and Mark Nolan.

Mark Nolan will play Pete Nolan (no relation) on Saturday, April 27 in the semi final to decide who plays Lindsay Steer in the final, golf to be played by the other members will be decided on the day.

There will also be an event for the ladies on the day.

Hit off times will be 11:30am for a 12:00 noon start.

New members are always welcome at the Tarrawingee Golf Club, the joining fee is $100 the contact number is 0428 122 590 or by contacting a member of the club.

On Tuesday, April 23 the Tarra Ladies completed the second round of the Club Championships.

The stroke winner on the Day was Toni Wilson and Andrea Simmons was the runner-up.

The best performer for the putting on the day was Lorraine Grenfell with Andrea Simmons recorded the nearest the pin on the 17th.

Next week the club will conduct the Milawa Hotel event.

CROQUET RESULTS for Monday, April 22 are as follows: Nathan Reynolds and Wendy Waddington d Dawn Wind and Joan Guttormsen 7/4, Gavan Kelly and Terry Wilson d Christine Ireland and Susan Fischer 7/5, Janet Kelly and Gabi Heywood d Elise Downes and Cheryle Beckley 7/3.

Last weekend Janet Kelly (Division 2) and Maureen O’Keefe (Division 3) along with David Staff (Div1) of Benalla represented NEDCA at the Golf Croquet Regional Singles Final in Melbourne finishing mid-field in their respective divisions.

Geelong Croquet Association was the overall winner.

Terry Wilson of Wangaratta was Tournament Referee.

Thursday last week saw Christine Ireland an associate member of Wan-

garatta win the Benalla Social Day. On Wednesday this week Wangaratta hosted Albury in the Pennant competition with Albury winning by running more hoops after each team won six games.

Gabi Heywood in her first outing as a Pennant player performed well.

Play is on Monday, (Thursday until May 16) and Saturday commencing at 1pm.

Visitors are welcome to come down and enjoy some games with our members.

Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow for the draw to be done.

Late arrivals will be included in the next game.

The club is located at 46 Ryan Avenue, Wangaratta.

For further information please contact president Susan Fischer on 0417217009 or secretary Terry Wilson on 0417326739

WARBY WALKERS WEEK away based at Merimbula April 6 to April 13 Day 4 April 10 - 6-10 km easy After three strenuous days walking, for most of the group it was decided to visit the Haycock Point area at the north of Berowa National Park (formerly Ben Boyd N P). Several short walks to the Pinnacles, Quondolo Point and Heycock Point were visited.

We were surprised to see kangaroos out on the rocky Heycock Point oblivious to several fishermen and walkers.

Day 5 - 13.5 km - medium level plus easy Twenty walkers undertook the north half of the Light to Light in the Berowa National Park.

We had an 80km drive and so to save travel time two carloads crossed over with a key swap and the remaining 15 walkers starting from Boyd’s Tower in the north were collected at Saltwater Creek by the easy walkers.

This was a beautiful walk mostly hugging the coast with lots of viewpoints along the way.

No whales at this time of year but we did see dolphins and seals.

The easy walkers visited Boyds Tower and walked the first section of the track before driving down the explore the Green Cape lighthouse where they lunched.

They then drove into Saltwater Creek to collect the tired and grateful longer walkers.

Day 6 - Various walks around Merimbula and Pambula After five solid days walking for most and facing a long trip home, our last day was a chance to explore the rivers and wetland trails close to the Lodge.

Some walkers also visited walks they had missed during the week.

Most visited the local shops, enjoyed coffee while some took a dip in the ocean.

So a week down on the glorious NSW coast was top notch according to the attendees.

Accommodation in rustic lodges and catering were great.

Walks were well regarded with the only slight negative being the presence of a few over friendly natives who were desperate to cling to us – leeches and ticks.

Overall, it was a fantastic week away (again) and a huge thank you to the organising group – Cheryl, Melanie, Erin, Marita, Sonia, Karen, Anne, Sandi and Kerri.

Coming Events Sunday, April 28 Salisbury Walk, Friends Track, Kwat Kwat Lookout, Warby Ovens NP (Jeanette 0417 546 974) A choice of two loop walks both starting at Wenham’s Camp.

An easy walk of about 5k on the Friends Track, with a stop at Kwat Kwat Lookout and Mount Warby, or a longer easy walk of about 10k that takes in the Alpine Views Track and Salisbury Walk before reaching Mount Warby.

Both walks are on bush tracks in the Warby Ovens National Park.

Excellent views over the Ovens Valley to the Victorian Alps from Kwat Kwat Lookout, and from Mount Warby.

Saturday, May 11 Billabongs and Ovens River Flats, Killawarra, WONP (Michael, 0447 617 880) A medium loop walk of about 14k on bush tracks among billabongs, creeks and Ovens River flats at Killawarra.

This is one of the most level walks we do.

The previous time we completed this walk there was an abundance of birdlife.

WAREENA PARK BOWLS WAREENA Park Bowls Club recently held their annual Mason Park Pairs day.

This was also co-sponsored by Northo Hotel and Chicken time It took the form of a lightning premiership with each match decided over two ends.

The best two teams then played the final over five ends.

At completion of the round robin the two leading teams were Neil Reid/ Gerda Vincent and Rosemary Forster/ Ivan Shortis.

Neil and Gerda prevailed in the final to win the day.

The pairs was then followed by lunch and presentations for season 2023/2024 The winners were: Men’s singles champion: Walter Brett. Runner up: Jim Lamb.

Ladies’ single champion: Lola Clarke.

Runner up: Jenni Stevens. B grade singles: Barry Watt. Runner up: Ivan Shortis. 100 up Winner: Neil Reid. Runner up: Walter Brett.

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CONCENTRATION: Olivia Steel.

ATHLETICISM: William Cook.

COMMITMENT: Poppy Jones.

Wangaratta students gave their all at annual fun run STUDENTS from Wangaratta Primary School exhibited remarkable dedication, commitment and enthusiasm during the Wangaratta Chronicle Marathon and Fun Run held last month.

Taking part in the RJ Sanderson 2km Primary School Challenge, they showed unwavering determination, training diligently in the leadup to the event and embracing the challenge with passion.

More than 40 students took part and their spirited participation not only showcased athleticism but also their strong sense of community and sportsmanship, inspiring peers and onlookers alike.

It also saw the school win the Primary School Challenge, together with the $1000 prize sponsored by RJ Sanderson, which is going back into sports equipment.

TEAM EFFORT: The Wangaratta Primary School led the way in the RJ Sanderson two kilometre primary school challenge.

PHOTOS: Zoe Henschke

TOP EFFORT: Christopher Munzel.

GOOD RUN: Emily Steel.

DETERMINATION: Vihas Wasla.

SUCCESS: Maisie Broomfield, Emily Henschke and Stella Graham show off their medals.

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Inexperienced Hoppers set to tackle Panthers

By NATHAN DE VRIES

A YOUNG and inexperienced Moyhu senior squad will hope to take some confidence out of their match this weekend against a struggling Benalla All Blacks side, but it won’t be a walk in the park.

After a number of seasoned Hoppers departed the club during the offseason, the next generation have had to step up into leadership roles, but persistent injuries have been a thorn in the group’s side.

Moyhu coach Darren Bell said the fight and determination shown by every player on the list in the face of adversity was encouraging.

“We had about seven out last week which was a bit disappointing against King Valley (five point loss), which is why

the effort was so pleasing, with a couple of boys playing their first game out of junior league and they did really well,” he said.

“To nearly pinch that game at the Valley, it would’ve been really nice, but their confidence is still up.

“We’ve probably lost about 18 players who played senior footy last year who aren’t with us this year.

“We’re so much less experienced than all of these sides – when I looked at it on the weekend, at how many 100 game players King Valley had, they steadied them up from time to time.

“Dave McDonald was playing his 50th game on the weekend and he’s the third highest we’ve got, he’s a veteran in the group at the moment.”

With the injuries mounting up, it gives the chance for those

Hoppers performing well in the midday game to make their case for a spot in the senior side.

“A lot of boys we’ve blooded in the twos have come up and stood up well, like Harry Verdon and Darby West have taken the next step for us,” Bell said.

“We’ve got some new players like Cooper Verdon and Ryley Dalton who have taken the next step up into their first season of senior footy.

“It’s put more pressure on ‘Zimma’ (Bailey Zimmermann), Harrison Grant, Jett Roberts, Tom Bannon and Dylan Carmody, and they’ve all stood up.

“The boys are still learning and experiencing senior footy and they’re putting a good show of it.”

Bell said their youth and desire to take the game on would hold them in good stead throughout the season, particularly this

weekend against a struggling Benalla All Blacks.

The Panthers have withdrawn from the reserve competition due to low numbers, and have lost their three senior matches by an average margin of 133.6 points.

“We’re not going to take them lightly because I’m sure they’ll put up a fight,” Bell said.

“We’ve just taught them little avenues up and down the ground, and we play some really exciting footy when we get it.

“We’ve got some tough little buggers in there too who put their bodies on the line and really help us keep that contested ball 50 per cent to each side as well.”

The senior Hoppers take on the Panthers from 2pm tomorrow at the Moyhu Recreation Reserve.

UP FOR THE FIGHT: Liam Cook and the Hoppers will look for a statement win over Benalla this weekend. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Valley Roos to battle Bright, Dees and ‘Doon clash

By NATHAN DE VRIES

PLAYMAKER: Shani Rickard looms as an important figure for the Roos ahead of their clash with Bright.

PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

ROUND five of the A grade season is set to commence this weekend, and there are some blockbuster fixtures on the cards.

King Valley will look to start building momentum at home to Bright, eager to restart their season after their seven goal loss to the Hoppers, and tough bouts with Milawa and Tarrawingee.

Coach Deanna Mawson said the group was still looking to find their rhythm in the season.

“We’re going OK, we’ve come up against two of the top teams in the first few rounds which didn’t give us the opportunity to get some teamwork happening, and we had to start learning on the court early,” she said.

“We’re just trying to get the individuals to gel as a team in their sequence of plays, and getting to know where each other sits on the court and where each other is going to be.

“That’s been the biggest thing, just learning each

other’s ways of play.

“I think we maybe went into the Moyhu game a bit too confident and didn’t fight for that game, so that’s something we’ll be improving on as well.”

Bright currently sits winless towards the bottom of the ladder, but have improved vastly from last season and even from round one.

Their defensive end, led by the experienced Kristi Hacket and young gun Molly Whitty, lifts the entire squad and they’ll be a challenge for the King Valley shooters.

Mawson said star shooter Shani Rickard will be up to the task.

“I’ve been really impressed with Shani Rickard - last year we had her in the centre because we needed a centre and we had enough shooters, but this year I’ve put her into goal attack which is her favourite position,” she said.

“She’s been playing really, really well, she’s providing a lot of opportunity down the court but also in goal.”

In other matches, the Bombers will look to bounce

back after suffering their first loss of the season last weekend to reigning premiers Greta.

It won’t be an easy feat, with Bonnie Doon coming up against a fired-up Milawa outfit who are fresh off a 20goal win over Tarrawingee.

Elsewhere, Whorouly heads to Goorambat in hopes of keeping their flawless season on track.

The Lions are currently third on the ladder, but the Bats will be buoyed by their clutch two goal win last weekend over North Wangaratta, and will look to bring a physical presence to the court.

For their part, the Hawks will be up against Greta on the road, with the Blues looking just as good as they did last season.

Moyhu will be looking to string some solid performances together, up against Benalla All Blacks.

The match is sure to be a heated affair, with the Hoppers fresh off their win over the Valley and Benalla boasting fresh legs from the bye last weekend.

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“It was nice to hear that all the hard work we are doing is paying off.

“We’re not getting carried away, we just want to push as hard as we can this year and see what we can get to, but it’s not just about this year.

“We just want to keep working on our game and try to take it up to as many sides as we can.”

The Bats have brought in new faces to bolster their established list, with mainstays of the senior squad like Jamie Dunne, Sam Gladstone and Ben Reaburn turning in consistent performances alongside new names such as Brayden and Rory Wapling, Duane Haebich and Lachlan Boyle.

“A lot of guys like Sam Gladstone, Jamie (Dunne) and people who were there last year, they copped an absolutely embarrassing hiding off North Wangaratta, and said North Wangaratta had a better side in than last year,” Wapling said.

“So for us to go there and do what we did on the weekend, for them it was satisfying after the work they’ve put in.

“If you look at the sides like Bonnie Doon, Greta and Bright, a lot of those boys have been playing together for a long time, and we have got a bit of a new crew with some of the older crew.

“We’ve obviously brought in some new blood, but some of the guys who

were there last year really excelled on the weekend with the new blood around them.

“We’ve still got a lot of learning to do, working with each other and stuff like that - we’re still working but we’ve clicked in a couple of games in a row.”

The Bats play host to Whorouly this weekend, who will be looking to shrug off last weekend’s 140-point belting from Bright.

In other round five fixtures, the Hawks head across to Greta, the Roos host the Mountain Men, Milawa looks to hand Bonnie Doon their first loss of the season, and Moyhu fronts up against Benalla All Blacks.

ALL CLASS: Jamie Dunne and the Bats have rocketed up the ladder from last season.

PHOTO: Meredith Tolliday

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‘Pies set for in-form Saints

ROUND FIVE: Amanda Umanski and Wangaratta face Myrtleford tomorrow.

PHOTO: Marc Bongers

WANGARATTA will be hoping to keep an unblemished record intact when they hit the bye next weekend.

The Magpies have started the 2024 season 4-0 and face Myrtleford on Saturday before getting the opportunity to rest and reset at next weekend’s bye.

After losing their first two games to North Albury and Wodonga, the Saints have rallied to put on impressive wins against Yarrawonga and Lavington in the past two weeks.

Wangaratta coach Shea Cunningham said her side won’t underestimate the Saints.

“We’re quietly confident but won’t be underestimating Myrtleford,” Cunningham said.

“They’ve looked like they’ve hit their straps over the past couple of weeks so it’ll be a tough game against

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them on Saturday.

“We’re getting that little bit better every week and hopefully that’ll continue.”

Myrtleford shooter Daisy O’Kane was on fire in her side’s win over the Panthers, netting 54 of her side’s 59 goals and will be one to watch for Wangaratta’s defenders.

O’Kane, who hails from Torquay, has previously played in the Victorian Netball League for Geelong Cougars.

“It looks like Daisy O’Kane is adjusting to O&M netball,” Cunningham said.

“She’s played a lot of her netball indoors so it can be an adjustment to playing outdoors, especially for shooters.

“She’s been shooting really well so we’re going to have to work hard to stop the feeds coming into her, she’s one we’re going to have to watch.”

Cunningham felt her side’s win over Yarrawonga last weekend was the best for the season thus far.

“Everything fell into place for us against Yarrawonga,” she said.

“We started strong which is something we’ve been trying to get better at because we’ve been slow starters this season and have had to play catch up.

“I thought our defensive end was great and provided plenty of turnovers, our mid courters found their groove and passed (the ball) when they saw it and our goaling end was great too – Amanda (Umanski) is shooting and moving well.

“Hopefully we can build on that on Saturday.”

Who will get on the board?

ONE side will get their first win for 2024 when Wangaratta hosts Myrtleford tomorrow.

In what’s a standalone game after North AlburyAlbury and WodongaWodonga Raiders played on ANZAC Day, the ‘Pies will be desperate to snap their winless streak against the Saints.

Wangaratta has been beaten by Wangaratta Rovers (12 points), North Albury (10), Wodonga (8) and Yarrawonga (2), while it’s been a similar story for the Saints with no loss over 25 points.

Magpies coach Ben Reid is expecting a tight affair.

“Myrtleford’s pressure this year has been impressive so we’re going to have to match it with them in that area,” Reid said.

“They like to get speed on the ball and then use handball chains and when they get that up and running they look impressive.

“Like us they’re 0-4 but they haven’t been beaten by much in all of their games this year so while they haven’t had a win they’re not in bad form.”

The Saints have plenty of quality with Lachie Dale dangerous up forward, while Matt Munro and Frazer Dale are players to watch in the midfield.

“I rate Lachie Dale and Matt Munro,” Reid said.

“They both play high half forward and then can go in the middle as well, they’re players with good leg speed and good kicks so they’re ones to watch.

“And then they have guys like Frazer Dale who’s a big bodied mid but covers the ground well so there’s a few we’re going to have to keep an eye on.”

Reid felt his side moved in the right direction in their two-point loss to Yarrawonga last weekend.

“Last weekend we moved in the right direction,” he said.

“We were doing the basics well which is what gave us a chance to win the game, we played a better brand.

“We want to move the ball quick but we also need to do that with a bit more method so hopefully we can build on that and not go backwards.”

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Cathedral College top 10 in state swimming championships

By CHLOE JAENICKE CATHEDRAL College came ninth in the School Sport Victoria Swimming Championships, improving upon their placing of 31st last year.

Forty-six students from the school competed in the championships against 49 other schools on Friday, April 19 at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre after coming first in regionals earlier in the year.

They had 12 swimmers qualify for 19 individual events, with one of the standouts being year 7 Max Chandler who won bronze in each of his 50-metre butterfly, breaststroke, backstroke and freestyle events.

The majority of the school’s success came from their 13 relay teams.

“All medley and freestyle relay teams smashed the times they swam at the regional championships,” Cathedral College teacher, Sue Synnot, said.

Emily McLean, Amelia Conway, Zoe Riordan and Mia McGuffie of the year 4 girls freestyle relay team, and Hannah Sanders, Imogen Mattey, Jasmine Horne and Alice Colson from the 15-year-old girls freestyle relay team all achieved bronze medals.

“It was a pretty good feeling coming first at regionals and then going on to state’s with my relay team,” Alice Colson said.

The year 5 boys, 14-yearold boys and the 15-yearold boys finished a narrow fourth in their respective relays.

School principal, Nick

Jones, said he is proud of all the swimmers who competed and improved upon their performance from last year.

“We had our largest group of swimmers qualify for the states,” he said.

“For a school in regional Victoria to compete against all the big schools across the state and to finish within the top 10 is an amazing result.

“Big thank you to Lauren Lee and Sue Synnot who put a lot of time and effort into building our swimmers and helping out our swimming program which continues to go from strength to strength.”

Ms Synnot said they are looking forward to building upon their skills for next year.

“All students should be proud of their efforts, and we look forward to next year and more success,” she said.

SWIMMING CHAMPIONS: (back) Alice Colson, Jasmine Herne, Imogen Mattey, Hannah Saunders, (front) Zoe Riordan, Mia McGuffie, Amelia Conway, Emily McLean and Max Chandler all achieved bronze medals at the School Sport Victoria Swimming Championships.

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Walker settling into life at Wangaratta City

Lady Devils confident against Wanderers

By NATHAN DE VRIES

By WILLSON MACK WANGARATTA City Scottish goalkeeper Jamie Walker is confident his new side can turn their fortunes around in 2024.

After starting the season 1-4, Walker played his first game for the club in the side’s loss to Boomers on Sunday with the Devils now set to face Twin City this weekend.

The 22-year-old arrived in Australia last week and said he’s settling into life in Wangaratta.

“The first week or so has been brilliant,” Walker said.

“I’ve got rid of the jetlag and seen some of the town.

“I’ve visited places like Bright and Beechworth and I’m getting to know some of the local people which has been nice.”

Walker said the process of coming to Australia happened quickly.

“I was talking to a friend in New Zealand who’s coaching there and he put me onto someone in England and they had a connection to Wangaratta – I think he was the same guy that got Mason (Taylor) over here too,” he said.

“From there I spoke to some people at the club like Raff (Molinaro) and Terry (Masters) and then it all happened pretty quickly.

“I got here last Monday or Tuesday and prior to that it probably took four or five weeks to sort it

TOUCHED DOWN: Devils’ Scottish import Jamie Walker played his first game for the club on Sunday.

PHOTO: Kat De Naps Photography all out so it was rather hectic but everything’s sorted now.

“I wanted to come over here to do something different – I’d just finished my studies and didn’t have any football plans in concrete so thought I’d try something different and come over here and give it a bash.”

Walker is a Kilmarnock academy product which is a club in the Scottish Premier League, while he has played second division in his home country.

He also has his coaching badge and will look to assist players at Wangaratta City, particularly junior goalkeepers.

“I’ve done some coaching back home and am definitely keen to do some over here,” Walker said.

“I’m only 22 (years-old) but am one of the more experienced guys in the senior squad so will definitely pass some knowledge on if anyone wants it.

“I’ll definitely help out with any junior goalkeepers at the club, I love coaching young players so that’s something I’m looking forward to.”

Walker joins fellow import in Mason Taylor at the Devils with the pair living together.

“Mason and I will definitely help each other while we’re over here,” Walker said.

“We’re staying at the same house together and are getting to know each other.

“We’ve been on a few trips to Bright and been out and about

around town together so it’s been good to get to know him.”

While Wangaratta City haven’t had the start to 2024 they were after, Walker is confident his side can turn it around.

“I’ve only been here a week and from what I’ve seen there are plenty of players working hard at training who want to turn things around,” Walker said.

“There were enough positives in the 3-0 loss to Boomers on the weekend, we tried to get forward and created a few chances but couldn’t find the back of the net.

“We just need to keep working, stay patient, stay positive and hopefully the results will change and we’ll get ourselves back up the table.”

SENIOR women’s coach Terry Masters is quietly confident his side can record a win over bottom side Twin City Wanderers this Sunday.

The Lady Devils currently sit fourth on the division one women’s ladder after four matches and boast a positive goal difference.

Conversely, Twin City sit winless and goalless from their five games, and have conceded a total of 38 goals.

Wangaratta has also not recorded a win since April 7, and are coming off the back of a 3-3 draw and a 1-5 loss in the last fortnight.

While all the signs on paper point to a thunderous win for the Lady Devils, Masters said his squad must not expect an easy fight.

“You’ve still got to win these games, but if we play well we’ll win comfortably,” he said.

“It’s important because they’re bottom of the ladder, and if we drop points to this side it means we’ve dropped points to everyone.

“They aren’t just beating them (Wanderers), they’re beating them by a lot.

“It’s important we get a result, but it’s also important we play well.

“We have to go in with the right attitude – if we’re complacent, it becomes an ugly result, whereas if we put a good performance on we’ll get a good result.”

The Lady Devils will be without Sarah Morris, who broke her fibula last weekend in the Boomers match, and Georgia Mahoney, but will otherwise field strong sides in the senior and reserve competitions.

Masters said the side had been working on polishing their skills at training.

“From the reports from the game on the weekend, our passing was a bit off and that seems to be our problem - when the passing’s off, we don’t perform,” he said.

“Against the better side, because the pressure’s on, some of the players don’t have as much time, so their decision making and passing falters.

“Most of what we did at training was all about developing those skills, but it’s not going to happen in one session.

“It’s something we’re going to work over the course of the year, our decision making and execution.”

The senior Lady Devils take on Twin City Wanderers at South Wangaratta this Sunday from 11.20am, while the reserves kick off at 9.50am.

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Hockey season hits off for young Dragons A VERY eager and excited bunch of under 12 girls hit the field for their first game this season against Albury Falcons on Saturday.

From the outset they worked hard as a team and implemented what they had been training.

Through some beautiful passing from Ava Ryan, Phoebe Read, Amelie Reilly and Morgan Hope, Scarlett Clancy jumped with joy after scoring her first goal of her hockey career and season in the first quarter.

It wasn’t long before Amelie Reilly scored the second goal for Wangaratta.

The Falcons rallied and managed to have some forward attack which resulted in a goal.

Wangaratta’s backline remained strong through Greta Le, Eliza Taylor, Claudia Kerr and goalkeeper Jordana Moore making some amazing clearing kicks.

As the heat set in Wangaratta continued their attacking pressure on the Falcons and Amelie Reilly managed to score her second to cement their win, with the final score 3-1.

The division two men played their first home game against Wodonga on Sunday.

With Wodonga a very strong attacking team, the Dragons went into defensive mode early in the game.

The backline of Sam Couche, Xavier Bennett and Jack Weir were kept on their toes throughout the first half, with Wodonga pushing hard with their attacking raids.

Despite all their efforts the Dragons went into the half-time break four goals down.

The midfield of Henry Findlay, Charles Webster and Scott Tognola ran their backsides off manning up their opponents and trying to work the ball downfield.

With Wodonga able to squeeze in another goal in the third quarter, the Dragons still hadn’t given up.

The Dragons were able to force a short corner penalty in the final quarter and made the most of it with Aaron Rhodes clawing a goal back, the final result a 6-1 loss.

This week the men travel up the

ON THE RUN: Isla Ruhe-Crofts runs the ball forward in the division two Dragons’ women’s match on the weekend.

PHOTO: Kylie Samson highway to Albury to take on the Wombats.

The division three women defeated Wodonga 1-0 with Jamielee Sexton scoring the winning goal.

Lucy North played strong with many attempts in goals but the Wodonga defence was on point.

The Dragons backline of Jane Kealy, Louise Trenker, Susie Rudd and goalkeeper Carli Notman were impenetrable all day.

It was great to see mother daughter duos on the field , Kylie and Ellie Samson, also Jane Kealy and Lucy Dwyer.

The combined under 12 team of boys took to the field for the first game of the season against Corowa United.

Elias Thompson and Cooper Drage worked hard to control the midfield, while Miles Henderson took every opportunity to attack.

Arlo Rivett and Ethan Richardson defended well to support Jaxon Walker as the goalie to fight off the strong United attack.

Whilst they lost to United, the team showed great skill and promise for the future.

Division 3 Wangaratta men played on their home field on Saturday afternoon against a visiting team from Wodonga.

It didn’t take long to realise how strong the visitors were - despite under 14s coach, Matt Lane, joining the team for his first game of hockey and solid performances from Mi-

chael McMurrie in defence and John Lee in goals, Wodonga was just too strong taking the win.

The division two women faced an experienced and strong Wodonga team on a warm and sunny Sunday.

Wodonga had much of the attack in the first quarter, however, the strong defence of Paula Collins, Katie Crane and Tayla Coonan stood firm Unfortunately, Wodonga managed to score a goal from a fast breakaway.

In the second half Wodonga quickly scored off a short corner.

Both teams had several opportunities Wangaratta had several scoring opportunities, however, Wodonga’s skilful goalkeeper stopping anything coming her way.

AFL NEB launch under 12 female footy comp IN exciting news for girls across the region, the Fernwood Fitness North East Border Female Football League (NEBFFL) is introducing their newest and youngest age group, an under 12s competition, in 2024.

The U12s competition will kick off in June for a six-week period and will continue throughout July alongside the league’s U14, U17 and Open Women competitions.

Following a successful introduction in 2024, the league will assess the ongoing inclusion of a junior girls’ age group for the full season in 2025.

NEBFFL league manager, Matthew Elliott is excited about the prospect of a new age group for the competition.

“The introduction of an under 12s age group provides a fantastic opportunity for our clubs to continue to grow, allowing them to establish and foster strong junior participation, which in turn should increase and support the ongoing viability of the clubs and league

NEXT GENERATION: Wangaratta Rovers juniors Lily Currie-Fraser (left), Paige Lee-Dummet and Mia Simpson will be joined at the club by the next generation of female footballers when the under 12 competition launches in June. into the future,” he said.

AFL North East Border region manager Zac Hedin praised the huge step forward the league is taking.

“Introducing the junior girls age group to the competition is a big step for girls and women’s foot-

ball in the region, it closes the gap between Auskick and junior football,” he said.

“All the research tells us that the majority of girls want to play with girls, and with many Auskick Centres now running ‘All Girls’ groups, girls in the North East can start and

finish their football journey in an all-girls environment.”

Work has been underway to get the new age group off the ground since late 2023, and with the wheels now fully in motion the idea is becoming a reality.

Many of the clubs, including Wangaratta Rovers Female Football Club, have been able to source funding through the AFL’s Telstra Footy Grants program to purchase equipment, uniforms and footballs.

The league is also looking to launch the competition with a round similar to the AFL’s Gather Round, with all clubs and teams playing in the one location on the one day later in the year.

The league will provide further updates and information through their Facebook page, including AFLW Community Camps, AFLW players attending the launch, promotion through schools and coaching support for new NEBFFL coaches.

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Rangers hit the diamond for baseball season start THE North Eastern Baseball Association season started on Sunday, April 21, and Wangaratta Rangers sides were eager to start their year off with wins on the park.

Wangaratta Rangers are very well situated with strong numbers in the junior grades, and are sharing their players with Benalla Bandits along with their second A Grade side playing at Benalla games.

If there is anyone in the Benalla area who would like to play baseball, please contact their secretary Summer Barber on 0455 444 530.

The Wangaratta Rangers played Benalla Bandits in their games on Sunday.

Bandits had five of their own boys and girls in each of their junior games and were topped up with young Rangers.

The Rangers won both games but the Bandits, most of them new to the game, enjoyed the experience and look forward to next week.

In the C Grade game, made up of overage juniors and new players, Rangers played North Albury Bears.

Both teams had some girls playing, and all players from their summer softball teams, playing to keep fit.

Bears got off to a good start when they stopped Rangers from scoring in their first dig, then put on three runs in their turn at bat.

Rangers scored eight runs in their next three innings, while Bears added just seven to hold a two-run lead at the end of time, winning 10-8.

Benalla Bandits played Wangaratta Rangers Orange in the B Grade game.

Rangers had the benefit of having 12 players in their side to use, and lent two players to Bandits to make nine players in their side.

Experience showed in the Rangers’ game and they were able to run out winners 10-4.

In the A Grade game, the two Wangaratta Rangers teams played each other.

The Rangers Black side from last season was split into two sides and players from last season’s two B Grade grand final sides were added along with a couple of new players and a player returning to the game after a couple of seasons made up the two sides.

Rangers Grey’s Tanner Godenzi and Josh Wells made a welcome debut to A Grade after playing juniors.

Play was very tight for the first three innings when neither side could score a run, but there were some very good individual plays with Heath French taking a very good catch at first base.

When a player had a hard line drive down the line, French dived gloving the ball just above the ground for the out.

Rangers Black second baser, Angelo Reale Rontos, covered a lot of ground to catch a fly ball well behind first bag and Travis Frost finished the game with a double play.

Rangers Black won 8-1.

All games of round two of North Eastern Baseball Association season will be played at Targoora Park, Wangaratta this Sunday with juniors starting at 8.30am followed

by C Grade, B Grade and then the A Grade match starting at 2.30pm.

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Helen Haines

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Tom McCurdy

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Lillian & Nino

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Saturday, April 27 North Melbourne vs. Adelaide Crows (BA) Geelong Cats vs. Carlton (MCG) (T) Fremantle vs. Western Bulldogs (OS) (N)

Sunday, April 28 Gold Coast SUNS vs. West Coast Eagles (HBS) Hawthorn vs. Sydney Swans (MCG) (T)

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“I’ve tried to keep things lowkey, I’m not spruiking or anything like that, but we’ve worked really hard on our fitness, which is holding us in good stead in the second half,” he said.

“I know ‘Dubes’ (Greta coach Chris Dube) pretty well, and we probably let them get away in that first half, but our second half, we were missing a couple blokes down forward when we played Greta, but he said our pressure was elite, and said we were going to knock some sides off this year.

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GOORAMBAT is firming as one of the massive improvers of the 2024 O&K senior footy season, and will look for a third win on the trot when they host Whorouly this Saturday.

After finishing 2023 at ninth on the ladder with a 4-14 record, the Bats have won two of their first three hit-outs, with substantial victories over King Valley (111 points) and North Wangaratta (81 points) in the last fortnight.

Currently, the Bats are fourth on the ladder.

Coach Ben Wapling puts the positive results down to the sheer amount of work his list is willing to put into their training and game days.

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