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Skydiving stars smash record Bacchus Marsh woman Nicole Kearns was one of 19 women to break a skydiving record. Photo - Kristan Fischer By Lachlan Ellis A team of 19 skydivers from across the nation, including one from Moorabool, have broken the Australian record for most women skydiving in star formation. The previous record sat at 16 women. Nicole Kearns from Bacchus Marsh was one of the 19 women who took part, breaking the record after 10 attempts at Skydive Ramblers in Toogoolawah, Queensland. Ms Kearns was also part of the team that set the previous record in 2021, and said it was exciting being part of a recordbreaking team once again. “It took us all years to get our skills up to the level where we could even attempt it. But as for the record event itself, we did some warm-up jumps on the Friday, then we started attempting the record on the Saturday morning. We had five attempts on the Saturday and five on the Sunday, we
broke the record at the tenth attempt,” Ms Kearns told the Moorabool News. “That was one of the most amazing moments in my life…it’s what I’ve wanted and worked towards, but it was a difficult thing to achieve. We all had to do our job to achieve it, it was a whole team effort. So actually completing it was unreal, we were ecstatic.” Over nearly two decades, Ms Kearns has completed over one thousand dives, which all began when friends gave her a skydiving voucher. “I’ve been skydiving for 19 years. I must’ve mentioned that I’d always wanted to do it, and a group of my friends got me a voucher on my birthday to do my first jump…so that’s how it all started. In that time I’ve done about 1100 dives,” she said. “You get a lot of pleasure from skydiving, but what drives me even more, especially long-term, is that it’s a way to push and challenge yourself, and improve yourself both
mentally and physically.” As for what’s next, Ms Kearns says there’s another possible record attempt on the horizon – an even more challenging one than the star formation. “I always like to have other goals in sight like most skydivers…the main organiser of this event, Kristina Hicks, is hoping to plan a women’s sequential formation record in 2023. That’s where we’ll make multiple formations on the one jump instead of just one formation.” Ms Hicks said the successful record attempt was “such a special moment” for everyone involved. “Participants travelled from all over Australia for this record attempt, something that hasn’t been possible for quite some time due to all the COVID border restrictions and shutdowns. It was great to be able to reunite with amazing women from around the country and work together to achieve something great,” she said.
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Shooting birds through a lens
Bernie McRitchie has a passion for photographing birds and was a second place in the recent Art Show for his piece titled, Rowsley Eagle and a Smoky Sunset. Photos - Helen Tatchell/Bernie McRitchie By Carol Saffer Bernie McRitchie has lived in Moorabool shire for around 27 years and knows the countryside well. At the recent Bacchus Marsh Rotary Art Show during the Queen’s Birthday long weekend, his image of a Rowsley Eagle and a Smoky Sunset came second in the Best Photograph in Show category. He started photographing about ten years ago but was a bird watcher from age 10. He has a digital SLR camera with a 500 mm lens which he says is pretty standard for bird photography. “We are living in good times now being able to use digital cameras that take hundreds of shots and don’t cost a thing,” Mr McRitchie said. Birds of prey are his preferred avian subject, but he will photograph almost anything in nature. “I even photograph the blue-banded bees in our lavender bushes.” “But birds are the most obvious conspicuous form of wildlife around,” he said. He confesses that he spends too much time with this camera out in the country. He is an arborist with Wyndham Council and packs his camera in his work bag daily along with this lunch. “The boys at work know that if it is lunchtime, we are going to stop next to an open paddock so I can use my camera,” he said.
Driving around the local country area gives him a lot of opportunities to see what he can shoot. “I like action, so if eagles are getting swooped by other birds, I stop and see what shots I might get,” “Birds of prey provide the most action.” Mr McRitchie said there are lots of eagles, falcons and kites on his side of Bacchus Marsh. He recently watched and filmed two falcons diving at a quail on the ground. “One falcon was on the chase when the second one swooped down, picked up the quail in his talons, and I almost heard him say, “see, that’s how you do it.” “Photography is highly addictive; I don’t take it lightly,” he said with a chuckle. “I don’t drink coffee but go bird-watching every day.” “Birdwatchers used to be the nerds, you would get maybe one per school, but now it is trendy.” Mr McRitchie loves hanging out in his local area, shooting images of what is in his neighbourhood. He takes delight in posting these images on the local social media pages showing them just what is out about and in the sky above where they live. “A lot of people are amazed at what is around,” he said. Mr McRitchie is also a part of the church in Bacchus Marsh. “Because of my belief in God the Creator, when I see the birds, I can see who is behind this; it’s the full understanding of my faith and nature.”
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Scruffy Fella scrubs up well By Carol Saffer A Ballan business has been named one of Australia Post’s 57 Local Business Heroes chosen from nearly 1,000 entries. Run by Nigel Bullamore, Scruffy Fella, an online retailer of artisan beard care products, shaving gear and accessories, received a Heroes Package worth up to $5,000 in recognition of its unique and valued connection to the Ballan community. Mr Bullamore said he is at the Ballan LPO most days of the week posting his products to his customers. “As a modern online business shipping our hand-made products around the country, we rely on Australia Post to deliver and see them as an integral part of our business,” he said.
the Ballan Post Office for a month, receive personalised sending offers and gain access to business coaching through Small Business Australia. He sees this award as an opportunity to increase his brand recognition and reach. “Small businesses, like mine, often don’t have much allocated in their budget for advertising; the Local Heroes award will be of great help to Scruffy Fella,” he said. All Scruffy Fella Beard Oils, Balms, and Butters are hand-made by Mr Bullamore using his formulations. “Quality, value, and care are at the forefront of all our products,” he said. “I am proud that all our products are tested only on Scruffy Fellas and not on animals.”
“It has been nearly three years of dropping off my parcels, so during this time, I have developed a friendly relationship with Mike and Rhanda, who own the post office here in Ballan,” he said.
Gary Starr, Australia Post’s executive general manager, customer and commercial, said the program, now in its second year, played an important role in supporting local businesses grow.
“They kindly nominated me for the Local Heroes award, and I was absolutely stoked when I received the email saying I was selected.”
“We know small and medium businesses are the backbone of Australian communities, and we’re committed to helping them succeed,” Mr Starr said.
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Scruffy Fella can be found online at www. scruffyfella.com.au
The Scruffy Fella, Nigel Bullamore is Ballan’s Local Business Hero. Photo - Helen Tatchell
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Dreaded ‘Lerdy’ strikes again
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VICSES Bacchus Marsh Unit volunteers conducted their seventh search and rescue for lost hikers in the last two months in the Lerderderg Gorge. Photo – BM SES By Helen Tatchell It is getting beyond a joke, with SES volunteers from the Bacchus Marsh unit involved in their seventh search in the Lerderderg Gorge area in the last two months. Around 8.30pm on Saturday 25 June, SES Rescue crews were on scene searching for two missing hikers. The volunteers successfully located the hikers just after 10pm, escorting them back to the carpark. A spokesperson said on social media the hike involved difficult terrain. “We do recommend allowing extra time on this hike, particularly at this time of year
when it gets dark quite quickly. “It also involves getting wet feet, as the track passes through the Lerderderg River several times.” The spokesperson said they are working with Parks Victoria and local police. “We are exploring options in this area to help hikers complete their hikes safely.” Regardless of the search and rescues that take place, the VICSES Bacchus Marsh unit said their volunteers are “committed to the safety of our community members and are ready to respond 24/7”. The Lerderderg Gorge Circuit is rated as ‘difficult’ and is just over an eight kilometre loop.
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A driver who tested positive for drugs and had an imitation firearm in his car has been spared imprisonment, with the Magistrate accepting the imitation gun was not intended for malicious use. Solomona Raeina appeared in-person at the Bacchus Marsh Magistrates’ Court on Friday 24 June, entering a guilty plea on four separate charges including illicit drug possession, possession of an imitation firearm, and driving while suspended. Magistrate Ronald Saines heard that Mr Raeina had been stopped at a vehicle checkpoint when police discovered the imitation firearm and drugs. “At 6 pm on Thursday the 1st of October 2020, the accused was directed into a COVID vehicle checkpoint on the Western Freeway at Bacchus Marsh. Checks revealed his licence was suspended until 15th of October 2020. A search of the vehicle was conducted with his consent, prior to the search the accused informed police there was an imitation firearm in a bag behind the driver’s seat. It was located in the bag, along with a bottle containing blue gel ammunition pellets,” Police Prosecutor Leading Senior Constable Clare Kane said. “A small deal bag containing a small quantity of methamphetamines was also located, and these were seized. He was arrested and taken to Bacchus Marsh Police Station for an interview. The methamphetamines weighed 0.011 grams. “The accused admitted the firearm and the methamphetamines belonged to him. He didn’t have any exemptions or permits to possess the imitation firearm. He said he wanted to shoot his mates at a social
gathering for fun,” SC Kane said. The court also heard that Mr Raeina had failed to notify VicRoads of a change in address, and thus may not have received a letter telling him his licence was suspended. Magistrate Saines found all four charges proven, and gave Mr Raeina a chance to speak before delivering his penalty. “At the time of the offence I willingly submitted to all charges. Also, at the time, I didn’t know that the gel blaster was illegal. It was actually my son’s, I bought it off Ebay. When police took me to the station, I willingly told them that I had bought more. They came to my house and took them, my sons weren’t too happy about that,” Mr Raeina said. While Magistrate Saines acknowledged that the gel blasters were unlikely to have been bought with any criminal use in mind, he said they did strongly resemble real firearms. “The fact that gel blasters are treated as being firearms under Victorian law is problematic, because most of their use is for kids to play and have war games, which is non-criminal. If I was a bank teller and someone pointed that at me, I wouldn’t ask if that was a toy, I’d be too scared to consider it,” Magistrate Saines said. “I am prepared to accept you bought them on Ebay, they may have been for the use of their children more than your own use, and you were quick to volunteer all the truth about your possession of them.” For the two driving charges Mr Raeina received a two-month suspension and an aggregate fine of $600, a $500 fine for the imitation firearms, and a further $200 fine for the drug possession. He was also ordered to pay $129.30 in court costs.
Seek out free music events
By Helen Tatchell The tunes are already playing however, there is still time to experience the dulcet tones wafting around Moorabool Shire. The Hide & Seek Music Festival has an array of free events every Saturday, coming up in Ballan and Bacchus Marsh. Gordon and Blackwood have already held their events which started on 25 June. The festival offers a rare opportunity to see over 60 local artists across 20 unique venues. The free music program for Bacchus Marsh will play host this Saturday 9 July, 1pm-9pm inside local venues and roving, whilst Ballan offers free indoor and outdoor sessions from 12 noon – 9pm on Saturday 16 July. Ballan’s Young & Local musicians offer classic covers and original music. A spokesperson for Moorabool Council said they have 17 young people from across the Shire involved in the program. “It’s a truly inclusive program and has involved young artists from across the
Shire,” the spokesperson said. The music festival not only involves young musicians, it has been developed by young people within the shire, with the aim to build capacity for them to produce events and progress their careers within the music industry. “This program will support further pathways for young people and provide links to the music industry. It will also establish an ongoing music focused Freeza group and continue to support further events and inform youth led initiatives as aprt of the Shire’s Live Music Plan.” The Hide and Seek Music Festival will also develop a model that can be replicated in future years. The festival of music has been run in partnership with Moorabool Shire Council, Victorian State Government, Freeza, Moorabool Youth Services and Live and Local. Find all the program details at www. moorabool.vic.gov.au/hide-and-seek
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Koala count expands
By Helen Tatchell
After the success of a pilot program run earlier this year, the Moorabool Koala Count will be expanding. Jackson Cass from Moorabool Catchment Landcare Group said they plan to continue their collaboration with the CSIRO and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners. “We will be fine tuning what worked well and improve our collaborations to deliver a larger and more rigorous monitoring program, that addresses key knowledge gaps in Koala population data, that will lead to better decisions being made for their survival,” Mr Cass said. From the recent success of the program, the group will now be hosting a co-design workshop. “The workshop will discuss how everyone from citizen scientists to public land managers can be a part of the project,” he said. The workshop will consist of a morning and afternoon session, with the former to be held at the Ballan Mechanics Institute. “We will be going over some new mapping that the CSIRO has developed to determine what areas there are with knowledge gaps, where we need to ground truth data, and what feedback the community has on this information,” Mr Cass said. “This will influence where we decide to ‘send in’ our citizen scientist, and where we perform our future surveys.” Nearby bushland at the Bostock Reservoir will be visited by attendees for the afternoon session, with training from CSIRO on how to look for evidence of koalas. The Moorabool Koala Count Co-design workshop will be held on Thursday 14 July from 10am-1pm indoors and 1pm4pm outdoors, lunch and morning tea will be provided. Book your free tickets online at www.eventbrite.com. au/e/moorabool-koala-count-co-design-workshop-tickets, places are limited. Can’t make the workshop? You can still be a part of the program, as there will be opportunities in the future for all eager citizen scientists. Contact Jackson Cass on email moorabool.landcare@gmail.com
COMMUNITY UPDATE July 2022 Moorabool North Wind Farm Progress to date • Finalising commissioning of all turbines. • The project played an integral part during the recent energy crisis by li�ing output from 100MW to 300MW when it was most needed. Look ahead • An�cipate full genera�on of 104 turbines, subject to AEMO approval. • Big thank you to the community for your support.
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Zenviron, the contractor appointed by Goldwind for the civil construction and electrical works for the wind farm project, has started the initial stage of works. This work includes the establishment of he contractor appointed by Goldwind for the civil construction and electrical works for the temporary construction compound and access roads on the project area. Construction activity is arm project, has started the initial stage of works. This work includes the establishment of currently focused on the western side of the Ballan-Meredith Rd and will move to the western side rary construction compound and access roads on the project area. Construction activity is of the Moorabool River later in the year. ocused on the western side of the Ballan-Meredith Rd and will move to the western side orabool River later in the year. There will be an increase in construction traffic in the coming weeks due to the movement of
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Establishing the future direction President Ballan Chamber of Commerce Michael Ryan (middle) received the 2022-2027 5-year Strategic Plan from Anthony Galea and Sarah Maguire (Marmalade Sky), along with Chair Ballan District Community Bank Darren Rix (right), Bank Branch Manager Amanda Embling (left) and Central Ward Councillor Paul Tatchell (2nd left). Photo – Helen Tatchell
Local Businesses coming together to network, share information and ideas
By Helen Tatchell It is difficult to picture yourself in a boat on a river in Ballan however, the town does have tangerine trees and marmalade skies at certain times of the year. Just over three months ago, a survey was commissioned by the Ballan & District Chamber of Commerce, with Marmalade Sky Marketing (MSM) preparing a business and marketing plan using those survey results. The five-year 2022-2027 Strategic Plan was presented last week by Sarah Maguire and Anthony Galea (MSM) to the Chamber and also members of the Community Bank Ballan, who provided the $16,000 funding for the Plan, through a Community Investment Grant. President Michael Ryan said the conversation started 18-months ago of what they could or couldn’t do, and from that the plan was born to invest in a professional to start the ball rolling. “We talked with the local community bank and fortunately, they thought it was a good thing to do,” Mr Ryan told the Moorabool News. “The grant we received was to work on the 5-year strategic
plan for Ballan and surrounds. We came up with Marmalade Sky Marketing to do the work, after we put out to others for quotes, their presentation appealed to us.” Mr Ryan said although the Chamber is quite a small group, it was very important to do this project, “otherwise interest in the group could wane”. “It is something to look forward to and will offer challengers, as we do not want to lose members. This will give us a real boost,” he said. Part of the Strategy includes five key topics – Memberships, Events & Promotions, Digital Marketing & Communications, Streetscape and Tourism. There are different implementations for each Year, 1 through to Year 5. Central Ward Councillor Paul Tatchell said there was one item in the Plan, that he said is often ‘missing’ from other plans that come before him. “Measurement and Review is key to any strategic plan as it explains to Council how you are going to monitor and measure what you are doing, especially if Council is potentially, a funding contributor.” The Plan outlines processes to enable information and data to be gathered and collected.
Bee movement restrictions
Restrictions are now in place to prohibit the movement of bees from New South Wales into Victoria. Restrictions have been put in place by Agriculture Victoria, to prevent and control Varroa mite, as New South Wales respond to multiple detections near the Port of Newcastle. Victoria’s Deputy Chief Plant Health Officer Stephen Dibley said the measures were necessary to support the national response and ensure “we keep Varroa mite out of Victoria and protect our beekeepers”. “Varroa mite is a serious threat to Australia’s bee population and horticulture industries that rely on pollination,” Dr Dibley said. “The restrictions mean that no bees, hives or beekeeping equipment can be moved into Victoria from New South Wales without a permit. However, no permits will be granted while the NSW standstill is in place, to comply with NSW emergency orders.” These are in addition to the rules in New South Wales and other states.
“I would ask, possibly, the Economic Development Taskforce to do a report on the funding mechanism or model, but not use Council as that person you need to drive this. You need to be in control of your own destiny, and you sail the ship where you want it to go,” Cr Tatchell said. And how will the plan be implemented? Cr Tatchell said he would take the document to the next Assembly of Council and present it for consideration, with Sarah Maguire recommending a payment agreement but “it would all come down to your funding”. Mr Ryan there is a lot of energy and excitement about it all, but realistically to do the doing, “we need someone professionally to do it for us”. “If that is in your vision to do, to have someone take on that executive role, it is something we would recommend,” Ms Maguire said. Cr Tatchell said the costs need to be attained first on who is going to drive the project, “before we all get too excited”. You can view the 5-year Strategic Plan on the Chamber’s website – www.ballanchamberofcommerce.com.au
Dr Dibley said there had been no detections of Varroa mite in Victoria, and these restrictions are in place to prevent that from happening. And the message is that beekeepers should be vigilant with their surveillance of hives. “Beekeepers should inspect their hives regularly for signs of Varroa mite and other exotic pests, using the appropriate methods including sugar shake and drone uncapping,” Dr Dibley said. Victoria intercepted Varroa mite when it was found on a ship at the Port of Melbourne in 2018. Agriculture Victoria and industry worked together to address the threat and conduct surveillance around the port, and no further mites were found. Any suspect detections can be reported immediately to the national Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 084 881. For more information visit the Agriculture Victoria website.
Varroa mite (Varroa destructor) Is a serious, exotic parasite of adult European honeybees and their brood. It weakens and kills honeybee colonies and can also transmit honeybee viruses. The mite occurs in beekeeping countries throughout the world but is not established in Australia. It is considered the greatest threat to Australia's honey and honeybee pollination plant industries.
Agriculture Victoria Bee Biosecurity Manager Nikki Jones preforms a varroa mite check. Photo - Agriculture Victoria
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surrounding weather and transmit the data to CFA and the Bureau of Meteorology A local permanent automated weather (BOM). station has been positioned in Ballan, set to The portable units can be set up in 15 improve firefighter and community safety. minutes and can record parameters including CFA unveiled a total of ten of the new temperature, relative humidity, wind speed automated weather stations, improving and direction, rain, solar radiation and more. firefighter and community safety at incidents The data is transmitted remotely using either and planned burns with hyper-localised 4G or satellite iridium technology. weather data, fire spread predictions and CFA Acting Chief Officer Garry Cook said community warnings. the additional weather intelligence will Of those ten, seven are portable, and three be invaluable to firefighters for not only will be located permanently at Ballan, East their safety but also in fire response and Ordinary Mee�ng of Council will be held TrenthamThe andnext Glenburn. preparation. The Remote Automated Weather Stations is aChambers, true force 15 of Stead nature,St and its on Wednesday 7 July 2021 in the “Fire Council (RAWS) for Ballan is located at the new CFA behaviour can change in an instant, putting Ballan, star�ng at 6.00 pm. training facility on Ingliston Road, and is a lives and property at risk,” A/CO Cook said. permanently installed unit, used extensively “Accurate, localised and up-to-the-minute in fire management the US, Canada weather information on to a fireground is For details across on a�endance or to the view the agenda, go and many states of Australia. critical to providing an effective emergency www.moorabool.vic.gov.au Captain of the Ballan Fire Brigade, Ben response. Hatfield said there are many benefits for this “They have a huge potential to improve our to be located directly in Ballan. planning and responses, thereby improving “In the past our weather readings came from firefighter and community safety as well.” the Ballarat Airport, and that is around 40 The weather stations can also transmit data kilometres away, so there is always varying via satellite to the Bureau of Meteorology weather, especially wind directions,” he told which is then is accessible to CFA, partner the Moorabool News. agencies and the general public. “Locally, the weather readings will be more An investment of $680,000 for the ten accurate and not only for summer during weather stations and their maintenance the bushfire season, but for our controlled was funded from a State Government grant burns.” in response to the IGEM 2019-20 Phase 1 The Portable Automated Weather Stations bushfire inquiry into the 2019-20 Victorian (PAWS) are standalone units which measure Fire season. By Helen Tatchell
The Remote Automated Weather Station at Ballan - (photo courtesy ESS Weathertech)
Council Mee�ng
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Commi�ee Mee�ng
Navigators Community Centre Incorporated Public Mee�ng Employment The next Ordinary Mee�ng of Council will be held Council invites applica� ons for ng vacancies: 7 July 2021 in the the exis� Council Chambers, 15 Stead St on Wednesday Tenders Ballan, star�ngDigital at 6.00Futures pm. • Coordinator Full-Time Fixed-Term - Based at Darley Council Mee�ng For details on a�endance or to the view the agenda, go to • DataHave IntegrityYour OfficerSay: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au Full-Time Fixed-Term - Based at Ballan Female Friendly Strategy
Commi�ee • Community and SocialMee�ng Planner Planning Permit Full-Time Permanent - Based at Darley
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Incorporated Public Mee�ng • Governance Offi cer OrderSupport made pursuant to sec�on 25 of the Full-Time Permanent - Based at Darley domes�c animals act 1994 Employment Applica�ons close on Sunday 17 July 2022
All details available from the website: moorabool.vic.gov.au/careers
Changes to Waste Service - Easter Tenders Zone – Northern Collec�on - North Western of Old Melbourne Road Have Your Say Say: Have Your Female Friendly Strategy CouncilCommunity has the following consulta� Grantsons currently open: Planning Permit • Moorabool Shire Dra� Enforcement Policy • Rotary Park Master Plan • Domes� c Animal Management Plan Order made pursuant
to sec�on 25 of the Unscheduled Mee�ng of Council • Bacchus Marsh Aerodrome Master domes�c animals actPlan 1994
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Tourism Changes Grants to Waste Service - Easter Western Zone – Northern Collec�on - North
Council Mee�ng The next Ordinary Mee�ng of Council will be held in the Council Chambers, Ballan, tomorrow, Wednesday 6 July 2022, at 6.00pm. Commi�ee Mee�ng Council Mee�ng The mee�ng will be open to the public and live-streamed on our Community website:Navigators moorabool.vic.gov.au/mee� ngs Centre Incorporated
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Navigators Community Incorporated Employment Public Mee� ng - MountCentre Wallace Hall Public Mee�ng There will be a public mee�ng at 16 Mount Wallace Hall Road Mount Wallace 3342, on Monday 18 July, star�ng at 7:00pm.
Employment Tenders
The purpose of the mee�ng is to nominate no less than three or more than nine persons as the Commi�ee of Management for the Mt Wallace Hall and Recrea�on Reserve for a term of three years. All posi�ons will be declared open, and nomina�ons will be accepted prior to or on the night. Nomina�ons from women, Aboriginal people, people with disabili�es, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
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A 38-year-old male driver who was involved in a collision last year has had his licence disqualification upheld, with a conviction recorded despite his lawyer’s request for no conviction. Blagoja Stojanovski appeared on livestream at the Bacchus Marsh Magistrates’ Court on Friday 24 June, after he tested positive to methamphetamine following a 2021 vehicle collision.
was analysed and confirmed the presence of methamphetamines. He was asked his reason for driving with drugs in his system, he said ‘No reason, I’ve got nothing in my system, I just take medication’,” LSC Kane said. Mr Stojanovski’s lawyer, Simon Northeast, asked that a conviction not be recorded given that this was Mr Stojanovski’s first time facing a charge in court. “Mr Stojanovski is a qualified plasterer, but
“On the 26th of September 2021, police were performing divisional van duties in the Bacchus Marsh area when they were notified by police communications of a collision involving two vehicles on Geelong-Bacchus Marsh Road. At 3.06 am police arrived and spoke to people at the scene. First Constable Jahn spoke with the driver of one of the vehicles we now know is the accused,” Leading Senior Constable Clare Kane told Magistrate Ronald Saines.
for the past three years he’s been on disability
“The accused was driving southbound on Geelong-Bacchus Marsh Road, he drove over a slight inclined ridge before colliding with a stationary vehicle. The stationary vehicle was involved with a single vehicle collision only moments prior, and as a result was blocking the left-hand lane.
“I accept it’s his first time in court, but this
support pension, taking home about $370 per week. He’s spoken to the prosecutors about whether his medication could have affected the reading…this is his first time in a court, with excellent prospects of rehabilitation,” Mr Northeast said. “He’s pled guilty at the earliest possible opportunity. I think we can be confident we won’t see Mr Stojanovski in court again.” is his second offence as a driver…I don’t see there’s a basis upon which I should withhold conviction,” Magistrate Saines replied. Mr
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“A breath test showed there was no alcohol in his breath. A drug test was then conducted which was positive. A sample
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From midnight last Thursday 30 June, residents in Moorabool and all of Victoria, are not able to collect firewood from public as the autumn collection season has finished.
of the storm works is assessed for the highest and best end use.
Peter Kambouris is Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) Grampians Region Acting Deputy Chief Fire Officer, and said firewood collection areas would reopen in spring, on Thursday, 1 September.
People who collect firewood outside designated firewood collection areas or a firewood collection season or take more than the maximum allowable amounts can face fines of $727, or a maximum penalty of one year imprisonment or a fine of up to $9,087 or both, if the matter proceeded to Court.
$500 and court costs of $85.70 imposed by Magistrate Saines.
Sam Rae is congratulated by newly elected Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the Labor Government caucus in Canberra on 31 May. Photo - submitted The ‘projected winner’ of the new seat services and infrastructure our community of Hawke has officially been declared the needs,” Mr Rae said. electorate’s inaugural MP by the Australian “We haven’t wasted a single day since being Electoral Commission (AEC). elected. We’ve already seen the minimum Sam Rae was Labor’s candidate for the new wage increase by $40 a week, we’ve scrapped seat at the federal election in May, which the cashless welfare card and I’m pushing takes in Bacchus Marsh, Ballan, Melton, and forward on the Western Highway. Sunbury. “I want to thank the volunteers, my family, Despite a significant swing against the and my partner Zoe for all their support major parties (-7.4% for Labor and -3% for during the campaign. Most of all, I want to the Liberals on first preferences), Mr Rae thank the people of Hawke for trusting me was elected the MP for Hawke with 57.6 per to represent them in Australia’s Parliament.” cent of preferences in the final count, to his In a media release, Mr Rae said his priorities Liberal opponent Enamul Haque’s 42.4 per were “building the roads and infrastructure cent. our growing community needs, getting our Rae was confirmed as Hawke’s MP by kids the best education possible, creating the AEC at 2 pm on Wednesday 15 June, decent, well-paid local jobs, and ensuring our and said it was “an honour and a privilege loved ones can access world-class healthcare to represent the people of Hawke in the when they need it”. Australian Parliament”. Given Hawke is a new electorate, Mr “I want to speak with as many people across our growing area as possible to make sure Rae doesn’t yet have an electorate office our community’s voice is heard in Canberra. – but he can be contacted via email I’m excited to get to work and deliver the Sam.Rae.MP@aph.gov.au.
Firewood collection season closes
“More firewood was made available to the community following the storms in 2021,” Mr Kambouris said. “DELWP has balanced the need to ensure the debris caused by the storms doesn’t pose a fire risk with the desire to provide the community with firewood and ensure fallen logs are still available to wildlife,” he said. Mr Kambouris said timber collected as part
“This includes timber to supply local mills, construction and community firewood.”
Mr Kambouris said financial help is available for people on low incomes who purchase firewood or wish to transition to other energy sources. Further information is available at www.ffm.vic.gov.au/firewood/ energy-concession-and-support
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Grand prize for school art
Holding the $1000 cheque is Village Shopping Centre Manager Jenni Buller, with BMPS students and (right) Marketing Manager Matt Dworakowski. As for the students: back 4 are Guy, Rebecca, Ami and Mikita, middle 4 are Oscar, Andi, Braxton and Logan, and front 4 are Madi, Adel, Taylor and Lucy. Photos - The Village Shopping Centre By Lachlan Ellis Students from six local schools have taken part in an art exhibition for Education Week, with a public vote determining which school would win a $1,000 prize. Education Week was celebrated from 22 to 28 May this year, but the exhibition, which was held by Bacchus Marsh’s Village Shopping Centre, displayed the students’ artwork for three weeks, from Monday 23 May to Monday 13 June. Bacchus Marsh Grammar, Bacchus Marsh, Exford, Myrniong, Pentland, and St Bernard’s Parish Primary Schools all submitted art under the theme ‘celebrating 150 years of public education’, with Bacchus Marsh Primary School being voted the winner. All six art pieces were exhibited outside Australia Post, with the community able to scan a QR code at the display to vote for their favourite art piece. Over 1,000 people voted during the three-week period. Bacchus Marsh Primary School received a $1,000 Officeworks voucher, funded by The Village Shopping Centre, and five lucky voters also won a $50 dining voucher to be spent at cafes and restaurants at the Centre. Marketing Manager at The Village Shopping Centre, Matt Dworakowski, congratulated school students and staff.
“It was absolutely incredible to see the passion and creativity students put in towards their respective art pieces. All the students and teachers involved should be very proud of the work they created, and we certainly look forward to working with our local schools on future projects and initiatives,” Mr Dworakowski said. “The Education Week initiative was an opportunity to foster and further strengthen the Centre’s relationships with local stakeholders and community groups. The team and I thought that this would be a fun and creative way to bring colour, creativity and community spirit to the Centre, and showcase the talent of our local schools in an engaging way.” Visual Arts teacher at Bacchus Marsh Primary, Megan Fromholtz, said the winning art piece was a collaborative effort between students, teachers, and even parents and grandparents of BMPS students. “The Art Captain team collaborated on some ideas and together with myself, and with the amazing support of a BMPS grandparent, Cecelia Clarke, we were able to measure up the space, creating small boxes which allowed students to participate in their moment of history that they chose. Recycling was an important concept, so items encouraged to create in the art we're cardboard boxes, reused materials, and upcycled objects,” Ms Fromholtz said.
“Students from Prep to Grade 6 were encouraged to work with families, to then bring more ideas into the whole piece. The collaboration was amazing on so many levels. From students working with mum and gran sharing memories, to a team putting it together during a late-night working bee.” The school was also conscious of celebrating diversity and inclusion, including First Nations peoples in the piece as “education really started thousands of years ago”. “We know this piece was covering the start of free public education in Victoria, but we were keen to acknowledge Aboriginal Land first, and the changes to policies affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait learners and families along the way,” Ms Fromholtz said. “We hope that many conversations were had reminiscing about the past. It's the best thing having an art project that means something: an art project that involves many voices and shares ideas. Art can be pretty and skilfully created, but does it mean something?” And as for what the $1,000 Officeworks voucher will go towards, ideas are already flowing from excited BMPS students, including styluses for iPads for more detailed digital art, and other supportive technology to develop the digital/media area of the school’s curriculum.
Get hooked on fishing Hundreds of rainbow trout have been stocked across the region, and with the school holidays still active, it is the perfect time to get into fishing. The Victorian Fisheries Authority have stocked almost 8,000 catchable sized rainbow trout into 24 lakes across Western Victoria – with the hope to get families outdoors and land their first ever fish. They move quick; however, the rainbow trout are great for fishers of all ages and skill levels because they’re easy to catch and take a variety of baits and lures. Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle said this is exciting for families and kids with so many of the local waters now stocked with rainbow trout. “It includes The Gong in Buninyong, Lethbridge Lake in Lethbridge and Esmond Lake in Ballarat – which are great spots for those wanting to wet a line – close to home,” she said.
The stocked rainbow trout have been grown by the Victorian Fisheries Authority at the Snobs Creek hatchery near Eildon. The stockings have been funded by recreational fishing licence fees and form part of the Andrews Labor Government’s $35 million Go Fishing Victoria plan to get more people fishing, more often. A daily bag limit of five trout applies in lakes, of which only two trout can exceed 35 centimeters. A total of 35,000 catchable sized rainbow trout have been stocked into more than 70 waters state-wide. Some of the closest waterways to be stocked with rainbow trout include: The Gong in Buninyong (200); Lethbridge Lake in Lethbridge (300);Esmond Lake in Ballarat (250); and Jubilee Lake - Daylesford (200). For the full list of state-wide waterways stocked for these school holidays visit: www.vfa.vic.gov.au/holidaytrout
Michaela Settle MP helps in the release of rainbow trout. Photo - submitted
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The price of beef is soaring at over $50 kilogram in the butcher shops however, if you were one of eight people to share in a recent TattsLotto first division prize, you may consider ordering a celebratory steak. A group of eight Bacchus Marsh shoppers have shared a $2.86 million prize in the Saturday TattsLotto draw. The players were part of a store syndicate, which held one of the seven division one winning entries in TattsLotto draw 4271, drawn on Saturday, 25 June 2022. Each member of the syndicate will bag a share worth $358,361.07 Shares in the winning syndicate were purchased at Bacchus Marsh Newsagency, 138 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh. Bacchus Marsh Newsagency owner Pete Drever said discovering his store’s syndicate had scored division one was a fantastic way to start the day. “It was incredible to discover a store syndicate that’s been running for over a decade won a division one prize,” he said. “We know all the share owners and they’re all locals.” Mr Drever said he reached out to the syndicate members the next morning and some of them have stated that they are going to share the win with loved ones doing it tough, extend their holidays, and pay off their mortgages. “The win could not have come at a better time. People are struggling with the cost of living now and this win will help a lot of families. It’s also great news for the township in general. “Although we have had some division one wins over the last ten or so years, the buzz of a new win is always special, so we plan to celebrate with the town and decorate our outlet,” Mr Drever said. In 2021, TattsLotto created 210 millionaires across Australia.
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Get up, stand up and show up, is the message for NAIDOC Week celebrations this year. The national event is held across Australia, and Moorabool in the first week of July each year, to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples. It is an opportunity to learn about, and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth. In Moorabool, Council will be hosting and promoting a calendar of events and activities for NAIDOC Week, at Moorabool Libraries from 3-10 July. Indigenous artist and weaver Michelle Napanangka Earl, will present a woven raffia bracelet making class, by instructional video, whilst Jayden Lillyst a Gunditjmara singer, songwriter and educator, will be the presenter for the July BacchChat. Mr Lillyst will also present NAIDOC Storytime at the Lerderderg Library. NAIDOC Week Craft - Lerderderg Library Session 1 - Thursday 7 July, 10am-11am Session 2 - Thursday 7 July, 2pm-3pm BacchChat - Lerderderg Library Saturday 9 July 10am-12noon NAIDOC Storytime - Lerderderg Library Saturday 9 July 1pm-2pm Bookings are required for all the free events www.moorabool.vic.gov.au and search NAIDOC week.
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An overloaded power board that has potential to start a fire in the home. Photo - CFA There is an important reminder out for Moorabool residents to make sure their electrical appliances are safe this winter. Victorian firefighters have joined The Alfred to also mark Burns Awareness. Last year, CFA and FRV attended more than 1,500 electrical fires involving household equipment and appliances. CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said it is a timely reminder to take extra precautions to prevent serious burns or devastating house fires. “Electrical appliances including double adaptors, power boards and extension cords are a major cause of residential fires,” Mr Heffernan said. “Check you’re not overloading power boards. Don’t leave electrical appliances like hair straighteners and laptops on soft surfaces. And never leave electrical devices like
your phone charging overnight.” Mr Heffernan said to also ensure monitors, laptops, televisions and other equipment have good air flow around them. “And make sure they are not covered or in confined spaces, while outdoor electrical items like eBikes, eScooters, or hoverboards should be properly maintained.” Burns Surgeon Dane Holden at Alfred Health, said each winter brings about a spike in presentations to the Victorian Adult Burns Service at The Alfred. "Each year we see a spate of preventable burns injuries caused by faulty products, or because people let their guard down," he said. "Unfortunately, when products such as electric heaters malfunction, it can quickly lead to a house fire
and catastrophic burns injuries. “These types of fires result in burns all over the body, which requires significant surgical intervention and long, painful rehabilitation periods. Fire Rescue Commissioner Ken Block said more than 70 per cent of fatal house fires start in bedrooms and living areas. “These can be caused by a range of factors, including electrical appliances, and we are calling on all Victorian households to install smoke alarms in every bedroom, living area, and hallway.” It is also a timely reminder to test household smoke alarms as it only takes a few minutes to check if your smoke alarm is in working order. “Only working smoke alarms save lives,” Mr Block said.
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Bacchus Marsh Little Athletics
Week 10 of the Centre Cross Country season saw athletes return to Myrniong Reserve for their weekly competition. The Under 7 and 8 athletes were the first race for the morning. Melton team-mates Harry Wark and Fletcher Reid led the field out over the 1km course with Bacchus Marsh’s Emilia Ibrahim following closely. Fletcher and Harry were neck and neck at the halfway mark but in the later stages of the race Fletcher had opened up a slight gap on the field with Emilia slipping into 2nd place. Once again Fletcher finished strongly to take line honours, with Emilia holding onto 2nd (1st girl) and Harry claiming 3rd overall. Athletes continue to improve as the season progresses and this race saw 90 per cent of athletes record PBs – Fletcher Reid (Melton), Emilia Ibrahim (BM), Harry Wark (Melton), Harry Johansen (BM), Patrick Delaney (BM), Archie Clarke (BM), Emmy Foley (BM) and Charlotte Delaney (BM). The Open age athletes lined up on the start line next for their 3km event; three laps of the 1km course. A slip on the start line did not deter Under 13 athlete, Alexis Johnston (BM) from stamping her authority on the rest of the field and setting the fast early
pace. Mackenzie Estlick (BM) battled hard throughout the race to remain in touch with the lead, but Alexis, in only her second race for the season, proved far too strong to claim victory in a time of 13:15.48 mins. Both Alexis and Mackenzie recorded PBs while Emma Stewart notched up a whopping 34 seconds PB. Braydn Rich also recorded a big PB. A small field of Under 11 & 12 girls contested the 2km event. Melton’s Mataya Leetham was quick off the start line and was determined to claim her first overall win for the season. Not only did she claim the victory, Mataya sliced over 25 seconds off her previous best time. Myah Estlick (BM) was next home with Louisa Christians (Melton) running a sensational race to finish in 3rd place and record another PB. The Under 9/10 athletes contested the 1500 metre race which consisted of a 500m loop followed by the 1km course. Iyla Robinson (BM) continues to progress over the 1500m distance taking victory with a PB time of 6:10.10 mins. Iyla will be one to watch in the upcoming Region Championships and will be vying for a top place at both the Little Aths and Schools State Championships next month. Under 9 athlete Joshua Askew also
Under 7 & 8 athletes off to a quick start. Photo - submitted ran a PB and was the first boy across the finish line. Mitchell Tung (BM), who always gives 100 per cent in his races, was rewarded with a PB result as was Mackenzie Delaney (BM). Our enthusiastic Under 6s were the final race of the meet. The keen athletes took off quickly and were setting a fast pace, thanks to the early downhill, but it wasn’t long before the fast start took its toll on a few
of the athletes. Melton’s Mckinley Wilson showed her strength over the 500m course and recorded, yet another victory. A fastfinishing Bowie Clarke ran out of distance but was closing quickly to finish in 2nd place while Hayden Tung, who like his older brother, leaves everything on the track and was rewarded with a top three finish. This Saturday - Cross Country meet with be held at Lake Dewar, Myrniong.
Teen scores first metro win By Michael Howard (HRV)
Abby Sanderson coming in for the win with Mighty Flying Art (1) at Shepparton on Saturday night. Photo: Stuart McCormick
It was a big night for Abby Sanderson at Shepparton last Saturday, a young driver who took the reins for the first time in a metropolitan race and – true to her recent form – delivered another winner. Sanderson was in complete control of the Barastoc Pace, working to the front on Julie Douglas’s Mighty Flying Art and then switching off through a 31.4-second second quarter. The well-paced breather left her six-year-old gelding with plenty in the tank for a 27.5-second last quarter and he held out Cool Rocking Daddy to score. “It’s my first metro meeting and I’m really excited,” Sanderson told TrotsVision. “It was good that he drew barrier one, knowing he had a lot of gate speed and the small field helped him out. “When Struve went back at the start I knew I would take some running down because he would have to catch me. It
was good that I could get that cheap quarter and it made it hard for him.” Leading into the night the 17-year-old had produced 13 wins across 178 starts but none as rich as the night’s $20,000 pace for horses rated 78 to 97, which was one of three wins by the Douglas camp at Shepparton. They also scored with Would You Mind, who was ultra impressive in winning the ID22 Heats @ Shepparton Claiming Pace, running past favourite Sicario. Ellen Tormey was in the sulky and then she paired with Douglas for more success in the Neatline Homes Pace, with brilliant pacing warrior Bernie Winkle registering a 58th win courtesy of a trademark sprint lane burst. Sanderson credited the Douglas team for giving her terrific support. “They’ve been great – Glenn, Julie, Eric (Anderson) all the team,” she said. “They’ve been really good and give you a good opportunity.”
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Central Highlands Netball League Central Highlands Football League Results - Round 11 A Grade Hepburn (21) lost Skipton (62) Newlyn (46) lost Beaufort (49)
Ballarat Football Netball League Results – Round 11
Buninyong (67) def Springbank (22) Gordon (27) lost Rokewood (48)
Results - Round 11 SENIORS Daylesford 17.21 (123) def Ballan 6.6 (42) Dunnstown 17.19 (121) def Creswick 4.2 (26) Learmonth 19.22 (136) def C’ham/Linton 7.4 (46) Waubra 9.8 (62) def Bungaree 5.12 (42) Newlyn 13.11 (89) def Beaufort 7.4 (46)
Learmonth (83) def C’ham/Linton (28)
A Grade
Buninyong 11.8 (74) def Springbank 8.6 (54)
Dunnstown (66) def Creswick (38)
Gordon 15.19 (109) def R’wood/C’hap 6.4 (40)
North Ballarat (56) def Darley (40)
Daylesford (59) def Ballan (15)
Hepburn 15.10 (100) def Skipton 7.10 (52)
Bacchus Marsh (28) lost Wendouree (61)
Waubra (31) lost Bungaree (49)
Bye - Clunes
East Point (46) lost Redan (53)
Bye - Clunes
RESERVES
B Grade
B Grade
Daylesford 14.6 (90) def Ballan 1.7 (13) Dunnstown 14.10 (94) def Creswick 4.5 (29)
North Ballarat (42) lost Darley (49)
Hepburn (11) lost Skipton (39)
Melton (33) lost Sebastopol (49)
Dunnstown (53) def Creswick (20)
East Point (38) lost Redan (45)
Newlyn (32) lost Beaufort (38)
Newlyn 19.10 (124) def Beaufort 4.2 (26)
Bacchus Marsh (50) def Lake Wendouree (42)
Waubra (18) lost Bungaree (42)
Buninyong 8.8 (56) def Springbank 6.8 (44)
Sunbury (33) lost Ballarat (53)
Learmonth (51) def C’ham/Linton (14)
Gordon 5.11 (41) lost R’wood/C’hap 13.6 (84)
C Grade
Daylesford (27) lost Ballan (40)
North Ballarat (23) lost Darley (35) East Point (39) def Redan (27) Bacchus Marsh (31) lost Lake Wendouree (44) D Grade North Ballarat (35) def Darley (21) Bacchus Marsh (34) lost Lake Wendouree (44) Sunbury (14) lost Ballarat (36) Melton (29) def Sebastopol (19) East Point (32) def Redan (18) E Grade North Ballarat (26) def Darley (6) Melton (25) lost Sebastopol (31) Bacchus Marsh (19) lost Lake Wendouree (34) East Point (36) def Redan (20)
Buninyong (37) def Springbank (22) Gordon (39) def Rokewood (18) Bye - Clunes
Newlyn 2.2 (14) lost Beaufort 14.8 (92)
Gordon (26) def Rokewood (20)
Buninyong 1.1 (7) lost Springbank 15.12 (102)
Newlyn (36) def Beaufort (24) Dunnstown (40) def Creswick (18) Buninyong (47) def Springbank (20) Daylesford (13) lost Ballan (52)
Bye - Clunes Under 15s Daylesford 4.14 (38) def Ballan 2.3 (15)
17 & Under
Learmonth 14.14 (98) def C’ham/Linton 0.1 (1)
Buninyong (44) def Springbank (12)
Waubra 3.9 (27) lost Bungaree 5.4 (34)
Daylesford (13) lost Ballan (19)
Waubra (14) lost Bungaree (40)
East Point (31) def Redan (0)
Newlyn (42) def Beaufort (8) Hepburn (32) def Skipton (17) Bye - Clunes
Results - Round 11
15 & Under
SENIORS
Buninyong (12) lost Springbank (35)
Bacchus Marsh 10.12 (72) def Lake Wendouree 6.6 (42)
Learmonth (35) def C’ham/Linton (18)
North Ballarat 16.11 (107) def Darley 5.8 (38)
Daylesford (13) lost Ballan (15)
East Point 16.13 (109) def Redan 9.10 (64)
Newlyn (34) def Beaufort (7)
Melton 12.12 (84) def Sebastopol 6.7 (43)
Dunnstown (40) def Creswick (3)
Sunbury 8.8 (56) lost Ballarat 8.9 (57)
Gordon (44) def Rokewood (8)
Under 19s
Hepburn 4.4 (28) lost Skipton 10.14 (74)
Dunnstown 16.20 (116) def Creswick 0.0 (0)
Sunbury (21) lost Ballarat (44)
Sunbury 13.12 (90) def Ballarat 4.8 (32)
Gordon 19.14 (128) def R’wood/C’hap 6.5 (41)
Bye - Clunes
Learmonth (27) def C’ham/Linton (20)
Melton 11.8 (74) def Sebastopol 4.2 (26)
Dunnstown v Creswick (cancelled)
Waubra (18) lost Bungaree (39)
Bacchus Marsh (10) lost Lake Wendouree (38)
East Point 14.13 (109) def Redan 4.3 (27)
Under 18s Daylesford 14.16 (100) def Ballan 2.5 (17)
Waubra 20.19 (139) def Bungaree 0.0 (0)
Dunnstown (47) def Creswick (7)
North Ballarat 10.10 (70) def Darley 6.4 (40)
Bye - Clunes
Learmonth (36) def C’ham/Linton (17)
Gordon (22) lost Rokewood (27)
Bacchus Marsh 6.4 (40) lost Lake Wendouree 8.7 (55)
Hepburn 2.5 (17) lost Skipton 22.20 (152)
Learmonth 8.8 (56) def C’ham/Linton 6.5 (41)
North Ballarat (35) def Darley (22)
RESERVES
Waubra 0.4 (4) lost Bungaree 20.18 (138)
C Grade
19&Under
Ballarat Football League
Learmonth 26.14 (170) def C’ham/Linton 0.1 (1)
Newlyn 4.9 (33) def Beaufort 2.1 (13) Buninyong v Springbank (cancelled) Gordon 9.14 (68) def R’wood/C’hap 2.2 (14) Hepburn 7.12 (54) def Skipton 5.1 (31) Bye - Clunes
Ballan Golf Club Results – Week ending Saturday 2 July Wednesday - Stableford Winner - Nick Wallace (25) 38 points. R/up - Bob Arklay (10) 35 points. Magpie - 14th Les Martin. NTPs - 12th John Fitzgerald, 15th Hugh Miller.
Waubra (10) lost Bungaree (23)
Saturday – Stroke – Monthly Medal.
Hepburn (25) drew Skipton (25)
A Grade
Bye - Clunes
Winner - Damian Toohey 73-8-65.
13 & Under A
R/up - Bob Arklay 75-9-66 on c/b from Anthony Moore.
Daylesford (12) def Ballan (6)
B Grade
Gordon (26) def Rokewood (5)
Winner of Medal
Dunnstown (15) def Creswick (2)
Rob Brown 85-21-64.
Waubra (17) def Bungaree (5)
R/up - Andrew Germon 88-22-66.
Bacchus Marsh 14.11 (95) def Lake Wendouree 2.2 (14)
Newlyn (23) def Beaufort (2)
NTPs - 12th Vic Buttigieg, 15th Anthony Moore.
North Ballarat 7.9 (51) def Darley 1.8 (14)
Buninyong (4) lost Springbank (13)
Magpies - 14th Damian Toohey, 18th Jason Bonar.
East Point 11.15 (81) def Redan 1.6 (12)
Learmonth (17) lost C’ham/Linton (25)
Balls 5, Cut-off 66
Melton 10.16 (76) def Sebastopol 6.7 (43)
Hepburn (2) lost Skipton (6)
Rob Brown, Damian Toohey, Bob Arklay, Anthony Moore,
Sunbury 1.4 (10) lost Ballarat 5.8 (38)
Bye - Clunes
Andrew Germon.
Sport Cobras move into top six Trotter 'knows he's good'
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By Todd Whelan Bacchus Marsh v Lake Wendouree The Cobras simply did enough to hold out Lake Wendouree and move into the six, a game clear of cross-town rival Darley (6th), and Sebastopol (7th). On the whole, the game was underwhelming to the eye but I’m sure the Cobras faithful would be happy just banking the points with their sixth win of the season. The Cobras led at every change and while the Lakers were always in touch on the scoreboard, there was a certain inevitability about the result a long way out. Riley Stuhldrier extended his run of recent form to be one of the Cobras best, while Tom German and Michael Culliver looked dangerous on the spread setting up many forward 50 entries. It wasn't the best exhibition of the fundamentals by any stretch making it difficult for the forwards of both teams. However, Cobras quartet Rex Hickman (3 goals), Aaron Willetts (3 goals), Jason Robinson (2 goals) and Joel Freeman competed well in the air to make the most of their opportunities. 2018 Henderson Medalist Daniel Burton (foot) and Harry King missed paving the way for 19 yo debutant ruckman Spencer Meagher (Torquay) who competed well. For the Lakers, Nathan Pring was their most efficient player, a standout with his ball use and decision making. Joel O'Connell had plenty of it while Callum Mackay (2 goals) provided an aerial target forward, shouldering some of the heavy load. The Cobras now face the daunting task on the road this week for their Round 12 meeting with the undefeated Bloods. The two sides have met once already this season back in Round 2 when the Bloods prevailed by 28 points at Maddingley Park.
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Graham’s stables, the veteran trotter of 110 starts had previously registered consecutive victories only once before – going backto-back in April 2020 – but has enjoyed a stunning winter that has many talking Inter Dominion and the Aurora Australis series.
WHAT THE COACHES SAID Where was the game was won and lost? GERMAN (B/Marsh) - We moved the ball well in patches and got a lot more inside 50s which created opportunities. We hit the scoreboard when it counted but credit to Lake Wendouree, they brought the pressure and moved the ball well. Rate your 'forwards' performance GERMAN - Worked well in patches. Joel Freeman played higher and led up which allowed Aaron Willetts some space. It's an area we are playing our young blokes which is great for our development. Rate your 'midfielders' performance GERMAN - Young Spencer Meagher replaced Daniel Burton which is no easy feat and held his own. Our mids worked well on the spread and controlled the possession for large parts of the game. Rate your 'defenders' performance GERMAN - They cut off a lot of the ball and rebounded well, Jake Owen and Jason Williams worked really well together and gave us good drive. Rate your 'Overall' performance FITZPATRICK (Lakers) - A much better performance this week. We clearly have plenty of work to do but can at least be pleased with the application shown by the boys. FINAL SCORES Bacchus Marsh - 10.12-72 def Lakers - 6.6-42 B/Marsh (Whelan's Best) - R. Stuhldrier, T. German, S. Crea, T. Shea, M. Culliver, R. Hickman, N. Stuhldrier B/Marsh (Goals) - R. Hickman 3, A. Willetts, J. Robinson 2, E. McKercher 1, N. Stuhldrier DON'T MISS "THE PRESSER'' - LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT FROM 8PM. LISTEN TO APPPLE 98.5FM OR STREAM LIVE www.apple985fm.com.au
The string of four victories has built a hype that wasn’t lost on his reinsman. Nephew of Sonoko (4) winning on Saturday night at Shepparton. Photo: Stuart McCormick By Michael Howard (HRV) James Herbertson belief that he has a topclass trotter in his hands is only strengthening and, perhaps more importantly, the talented young reinsman said Nephew Of Sonoko was even more sure of his status. The Ross Graham trained trotter produced a no-nonsense dominance of the TAB Touch Merchant Trotters Free For All at Shepparton last Saturday night, holding Majestuoso at bay and comfortably registering a fourth successive win.
“I was actually a little bit nervous before (the race),” Herbertson said. “Been a bit of a lead up to it actually, even though it’s just a nice Group 3 race, just a bit of pressure there. At the end of the day it’s very exciting.” The nerves didn’t show in the run, with Nephew Of Sonoko working to the front in a sharp enough lead time (42.5 seconds) but then able to switch off for 31.5 and 31.7 first and second quarters. While Majestuoso loomed large on his outside, Herbertson and Nephew Of Sonoko controlled the pace and were never threatened, getting home in 57.1 seconds to score by six metres from Humble Ladd with Majestuoso a close third.
“He’s a character,” Herbertson said of Nephew Of Sonoko. “He’s got a bit of human style to him in the way he’s a bit nippy and plays.
“The way he did it, plugs in and Majestuoso siting outside you … and cruising, I barely asked anything of him,” Herbertson said.
“He’s really enjoying it, he’s become these last couple of starts – even tonight I noticed it a bit more – a little bit more arrogant actually and he knows that he’s up there now and he knows that he’s good.
“There’s a little bit more speed there,” he said. “I think he’s still a little bit tougher than he is quick.
“That’s a really good attribute to have at this point heading forward. Hoping we can just keep him there.” Affectionately
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So is the sky truly the limit?
“I think he still lacks that little bit of real high speed that Majestuoso has. If Majestuoso was on his back he would have a really hard time trying to beat him, but in terms of pure toughness and just the way he’s doing it, it’s very exciting.”
Devils meltdown on Mars
By Todd Whelan
Darley v North Ballarat League improvers Darley have failed to measure up against another top six opponent, going down to North Ballarat by 69 points at Mars Stadium. The game was touted as the Match of the Round heading in but ended in a 'fizzer' as Brendan MaCartney's boys dominated the young Devils, booting 13 goals to two after quarter time - a stark reminder to rivals that North are the real deal despite having seven of arguably their best 12 on the sidelines. No Tom Hotchin (ACL), Joey Symonds, Ryan Hobbs (soreness), Riley Polkinghorne (shoulder), Elliot Lamb (foot), Jarrod Curran (collar bone) or Sam Glover (Collingwood VFL). The 2021 Minor Premiers have kicked 29 goals to five after quarter time in the last two weeks, an ideal preparation for a tough month ahead. After their bye this week, North meet Melton, East Point, Ballarat and Sebastopol. Footscray VFL affiliate Josh Chatfield (3 goals) was terrific on his return while dangerous duo Jack Riding and Jamie Quick finished with three goals of their own. Cam MaCallum (2 goals) monstered the Devils once again while in and under soldiers Brock Leonard and Tim Spiers were also prominent. Swing man Harry Loader was named best afield. For Dan Jordan's Devils, Mace Cousins continued with his promising year and looks to have a bright future. Luther Baker and Brett Bewley never gave up the chase on a day hampered by the serious injury to Adam Azzopardi (broken leg) in the first quarter. The horrific injury stopped play for the best part of 40 minutes awaiting an ambulance and paramedic attention. The word from the Devils Den is that Adam's surgery went well but a determined time frame is impossible to gauge, but would be in the 12 month range. On resumption of play, Andy Azzopardi, fuelled by the injury to his younger brother, brought the Devils to life with two quick goals. But wasted opportunities in the second term would come back to bite the undermanned Devils. North Ballarat by 34 at the final change before piling on seven goals to one to win going away. It would be the second time in three weeks the Devils conceded 10 goals in the second half. Jordan conceded his young boys struggled with the intensity
around the contest brought on by a more seasoned opponent. So what to make of the Devils? Well, they're 0-5 (67%) against top six opposition and look vulnerable against quality. However, sixth position with five wins - that alone must be pleasing for Devils fans on the back of a winless 2021. The Devils will aim for a sixth win of the season this Saturday when they meet Melton South at Darley Park in Apple 98.5FM's Match of the Round - LIVE FROM 2PM or stream audio via apple985fm.com.au WHAT THE COACHES SAID Where was the game was won and lost? JORDAN (Darley) - We were soundly beaten around the contest. We'll take some learnings out of the game. Rate your 'forwards' performance JORDAN - Struggled to impact. We didn't take advantage of our opportunities in the first half. They weren't helped by some poor entries. Rate your 'midfielders' performance JORDAN - Pretty solid. Brett Bewley and Luther Baker battled hard for us all day. Shane Page, Jack Bewley, Andy Azzopardi tick. Rate your 'defenders' performance JORDAN - Battled against quality opposition. Rate your 'overall' performance MACARTNEY (North Ballarat) - Our teamwork and tackling were really good. We are training hard and building intensity. FINAL SCORES Darley 3.2-20, 3.5-23, 4.5-29, 5.8-38 lost North Ballarat 3.3-20, 6.7-43, 9.9-63, 16.11-107 BEST - Darley - M. Cousins, L. Baker, B. Bewley, J. Bewley, B. Young, J. Cadman. GOALS - Darley - An. Azzopardi 2, N. Rodda 1, B. Bewley, S. Page. DON'T MISS "THE PRESSER'' - LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT FROM 8PM. LISTEN TO APPPLE 98.5FM OR STREAM LIVE www. apple985fm.com.au
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ROUND 11 Darley v North Ballarat FOOTBALL The Devils travelled up the highway to a chilly Mars stadium on Saturday to play North Ballarat. Unfortunately, none of the football teams could get the job done. After an even first half, a 4 goal to nil 3rd quarter put the game to bed for the 19s. With 5 games to go, the boys need to start putting some good football together come finals time. Best players were Ryan Densley, Jay Altay and 2 boys up from the 17’s; Cooper Growcott and Seth Fawcett. The reserves put in the best performance of the day against an opposition that’s 4th on the ladder. Only 5 points down at 3 quarter time, the boys couldn’t keep up the pressure going down by 30 points. In the absence of the coach, George Cini stepped up and did a great job.
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LEO—July 23-August 22
Stars & Puzzles Singles may discover that a friendship is developing into romance. Attached Leos can find that relationships are much more comfortable. A communication from overseas may bring you up to date about someone from the past. VIRGO—August 23-September 22
QUICK PUZZLE
★★★★★★★★ ★★★★★★★★ ARIES—March 21-April 20
Self improvement is the theme of the week. Brush up on an old skill, learn a new language and improve your physique. A face from the past may step into the present and coincidences are a way of life by the weekend. TAURUS—April 21-May 22
Travel is emphasized through the week and conferences could take more time than anticipated. A simmmering feud starts sizzling and then the smoke clears completely. The news you want to hear may arrive late Thursday. GEMINI—May 23-June 21
Reunions and travel bring better results than initially expected. Plan to have the facts on hand when called on to present your side of the story. Joint projects could bring extraodinary results this week.
6. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 16. 20. 22. 23. 24. 25.
ACROSS Game (10) Old (4) Beak (4) Walk (5) Uttered (4) Hired (9) Fruit (9) Look (4) Stroll (5) Fury (4) Intend (4) Proxy (10)
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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 7. 13. 14. 15. 17. 18. 19. 21.
DOWN Disappear (6) Bird (7) Fortress (6) Foist (6) Breaks (5) Brute (5) Hurry (3) Ghosts (7) Cap (5) Drink (6) Expels (6) Illuminates (6) Flower (5)
CRYPTIC PUZZLE
ACROSS 6. The repairer’s charge, it seems, doesn’t alter (5-5). 8. Jot the first thirteen letters of the alphabet (4). 9. He drew St. Andrew (4). 10. Minor injuries: in fact, they sound nothing (5). 11. Chucks out - some hints (4). 12. Not “The Ballad of Reading Gaol”, presumably! (4,5). 16. What the draper makes on curtain material? (3,6). 20. Sign that means there’s going to be a merger (4). 22. A name worth fighting for (5). 23. Teases the children (4). 24. I am in the French capital! (4). 25. But it could be a sharp no! (4,6). DOWN 1. Icy cold beer (6). 2. Dad has two old ones but they are not of any use (7). 3. Cake with which to soak up the tea? (6). 4. Cuts it fine! (6). 5. Just the tiniest bit stale, perhaps (5). 7. She’ll buttonhole you on Anzac day! (5). 13. Right inside there’s a cavity, due to decay (3). 14. It’s wonderful working in a bottling factory (7). 15. Dead snail, it might be (5). 17. An ex-star, perhaps, now getting only walk-on parts (6). 18. Beseeches the jury not to find one guilty? (6). 19. Nina, I’d found out, is a foreigner (6). 21. Quickly turn the key with hands (5).
SOLUTIONS - CROSSWORD NO. 9253
CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Fixed price. 8, A-to-M. 9, St.-An(drew). 10, Nicks (nix) 11, Tips. 12, Free verse. 16, Net profit. 20, Plus. 22, Title. 23, Kids. 24, L-I’m-a 25, Flat denial. Down - 1, Bitter. 2, Pennies. 3, Sponge. 4, Minces. 5, Least (anag.). 7, Poppy. 13, R-O-T. 14, Corking. 15, Slain (anag.). 17, Extras (anag.). 18, Pleads. 19, Indian (anag.). 21, Staf-f.
QUICK SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Round the clock. 8, Begun. 9, Cordial. 10, Sudden. 11, Alcove. 12, Chase. 14, Chest. 18, Herald. 20, Cloche. 23, Skipper. 24, Inane. 25, Chrysanthemum. Down - 1, Robust. 2, Urged. 3, Dangers. 4, Hock. 5, Carol. 6, Ominous. 7, Killed. 13, Harrier. 15, Hellish. 16, Physic. 17, Redeem. 19, Lopes. 21, Claim. 22, Grin.
QUICK SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Backgammon. 8, Aged. 9, Bill. 10, Troop. 11, Said. 12, Chartered. 16, Pineapple. 20, Peep. 22, Amble. 23, Rage. 24, Mean. 25, Substitute. Down - 1, Vanish. 2, Skylark. 3, Castle. 4, Impose. 5, Snaps. 7, Devil. 13, Run. 14, Spirits. 15, Beret. 17, Imbibe. 18, Ejects. 19, Lights. 21, Pansy.
CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Long time no see. 8, T-it-an. 9, Monocle. 10, Sister (anag.). 11, (circum)Stance(s). 12, Fresh. 14, Close. 18, Al-lure. 20, Port-i-a. 23, In-tense. 24, Ibsen (anag.). 25, Lady of the lamp. Down - 1, La-test. 2, No-tes (rev.). 3, Tenders. 4, Mi-mi. 5, Nonet. 6, Seconds. 7, Eve-Ned. 13, Related (anag.). 15, L-eon-ine. 16, Racial (anag.). 17, Cat-nap. 19, Ringo. 21, Tessa (rev.). 22, Bent.
CANCER—June 22-July 22 Obstacles are moved aside in both the home and work environments and projects receive the go-ahead. This is a good week for making acquisitions. Bargain hunting is accented through the weekend. LEO—July 23-August 22
Singles may discover that a friendship is developing into romance. Attached Leos can find that relationships are much more comfortable. A communication from overseas may bring you up to date about someone from the past. VIRGO—August 23-September 22
This could be one of the most sociable weeks you have enjoyed in a while, but check the guest list before issuing invitations. You may feel self-indulgent on the weekend, but avoid taking off on a spending spree. A loved one charms you in a big way. LIBRA—September 23-October 22 You can enjoy life more than ever- provided you make a real effort - when a pressing burden is lifted from your shoulders. Image is more important than you think. This week spend extra time grooming yourself
SUDOKU
SCORPIO—October 23-November 21
NUMBER GAME
Friends share deep secrets, but don’t feel that you must reciprocate. A recent financial misfortune can become a thing of the past by the weekend. Happy announcements ANSWER BELOW from faraway could brighten the week. SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22
It is easier to promise than deliver, so be realistic before making generous offers. Home remains a centre of calm through the weekend. Chase up unanswered messages and collect overdue debts by Friday. CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20
A key conflict, perhaps involving two friendships, should be resolved soon. Your financial situation improves if you explain that expenses must be shared more equitably. AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19 Watch the tendency to be picky and pessimistic, particularly on the weekend when those close to you may depend on your cheer. If you have been planning to launch an alliance, Thursday or Friday is favourable. PISCES—February 20-March 20 Outspokenness can land you in hot water, with a loved one being reluctant to forgive so easily. Friends want to pamper you on the weekend and you should let them. If in a mood to celebrate, go easy on rich and spicy foods. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Although you seem indecisive, once your goal is clearly defined, you pursue it with determination. Variety is the spice of life and you won’t be disappointed for the rest of the year.
This could be one of the most sociable weeks you have enjoyed in a while, but check the guest list before issuing invitations. You may feel self-indulgent on the weekend, but avoid taking off on a spending spree. A loved one charms you in a big way.
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LIBRA—September 23-October 22 You can enjoy life more than ever- provided you make a real effort - when a pressing burden is lifted from your shoulders. Image is more important than you think. This week spend extra time grooming yourself SCORPIO—October 23-November 21
Friends share deep secrets, but don’t feel that you must reciprocate. A recent financial misfortune can become a thing of the past by the weekend. Happy announcements from faraway could brighten the week. SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22
It is easier to promise than deliver, so be realistic before making generous offers. Home remains a centre of calm through the weekend. Chase up unanswered messages and collect overdue debts by Friday. CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20
A key conflict, perhaps involving two friendships, should be resolved soon. Your financial situation improves if you explain that expenses must be shared more equitably. AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19 Watch the tendency to be picky and pessimistic, particularly on the weekend when those close to you may depend on your cheer. If you have been planning to launch an alliance, Thursday or Friday is favourable. PISCES—February 20-March 20 Outspokenness can land you in hot water, with a loved one being reluctant to forgive so easily. Friends want to pamper you on the weekend and you should let them. If in a mood to celebrate, go easy on rich and spicy foods. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Although you seem indecisive, once your goal is clearly defined, you pursue it with determination. Variety is the spice of life and you won’t be disappointed for the rest of the year.
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ForTrading all your Livestock Real Estate needs Phone your Hours: and Monday to Friday 8am–5pm Local Elders Agent Bernie Shanahan 0429 184 996 Saturday 8am–4pm Sunday 10am–2pm
461 Old Melbourne Road, Ballan
Telephone: 5368 1199