The Great Southern Star - May 2, 2017

www.thestar.com.au TUESDAY, MAY 2, 2017 - $1.40

Budget hopes high

Page 3

Students set for Guys and Dolls

Page 33

NETBALL JOY $300,000 GRAB FOR NEW PARROT NETBALL FACILITIES

By Tony Giles

LEONGATHA Football Netball Club will have the ability to host Gippsland league football and netball finals in the future with the announcement of funding for a two court outdoor netball facility worth $300,000.

Training night was of extra importance last Thursday night when more than 100 footballers and netballers heard the announcement from South Gippsland Shire mayor, Cr Ray Argento, about the club’s success.

Cr Argento read out part of the letter from State Minister for Sport, John Eren, which announced the $100,000 state contribution towards the Leongatha Football Netball Club’s outdoor netball courts development.

The application was submitted by the South Gippsland Shire Council as part of Sport and Recreation Victoria’s 2016-2017 Country Football and Netball Program.

The remainder of the $300,000 project will be made up with a $100,000 contribution from South Gippsland Shire Council, with the club needing to raise $100,000 for the completion.

Leongatha is the only club in the Gippsland league to have only indoor courts for matches, meaning it is unable to host league finals, unlike other towns in Time for fun: the Leongatha Parrots netballers and friends celebrated the announcement of two new netball courts for the club at its annual ball on the league like Moe and Traralgon which Saturday night at Leongatha Memorial Hall. Pictured back from left, Kate Browne, Alisha Hemming, Jaclyn Smith, Kasie Rump, front row from left, boast excellent facilities for netballers.

Maddie Kerr, Kate Sperling, and Abby Davison kicking back and soaking up the atmosphere. See more on page 6.

Continued on page 52.

PAGE 2 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 3

Child abuse campaigner awarded by hospital Fifty years ago, Dr Birrell and his police surgeon brother John published two seminal papers describing the features of child physical abuse and advocated bringing police into hospitals where cases of abuse were being treated.

At the time, they were not believed by hospital hierarchies, who opposed police involvement.

Now it is clear the Birrells were right and a discipline of paediatrics has developed to deal with child abuse and neglect.

Last Thursday, Dr Birrell received an “award for exceptional contributions to paediatrics” on behalf of the hospital, the Victorian Forensic Paediatric Medical Service and the Royal Children’s Hospital Medical Alumini.

Dr Birrell said he was delighted to receive the award, reflecting on the eventual death of a 23 month old patient due to abuse.

The boy was admitted with frost bite, a fractured femur and evidence of past fractures, pres-

sure sores, malnutrition and anaemia.

“I was devastated and could not see how these problems could have developed by accident,” Dr Birrell told the audience at the award presentation.

The police were unable to find anything, but the boy was re-admitted to hospital on a further two occasions over coming years and, after suffering hypothermia and in coma, died.

“I know there was a need to investigate this further, even though it was vigorously discouraged by some staff members,” Dr Birrell said.

Show us the money South Gippsland hopes for a winning State Budget

LEONGATHA CHEMIST ON DUTY

By Jessica Anstice and Brad Lester FUNDING for schools, fire stations and South Gippsland Hospital at Foster are among South Gippsland’s wishlist for today’s (Tuesday) State Budget.

Money to fix dangerous locations in the South Gippsland Highway and build the Wonthaggi highball facility also rates highly.

Bass MLA Brian Paynter is hoping for $25 million to build the new McBride Campus of Wonthaggi Secondary College on what will eventually become the Bass Coast Education Precinct in McKenzie Street, Wonthaggi. Bass Coast Specialist School is already on site.

Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien wants funding for stage two of Korumburra Secondary College and a rebuild of Foster Primary School, new fire stations for Foster, Mirboo North and Yarram, and money for a cantilevered viewing platform and tourism developments at Agnes Falls.

South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Ray Argento would like funding to improve the South Gippsland Highway at the Coal Creek bends at Korumburra, and east of Foster.

Eastern Victoria Region MLC Melina Bath is hoping the government will back Bass Coast Shire Council’s commitment to the Wonthaggi highball facility.

Plans are underway for the design of the new Wonthaggi college campus and will be submitted for funding approval to the Victorian Government.

The next stage of the precinct will be to improve post-compulsory education opportunities for youth (above 15 years) and adults (life-long learning).

It is intended the precinct will offer the local community excellence in education and training through shared facilities, resources and expertise.

“It’s now an ideal opportunity. The government keeps making the claim about Victoria being the

THIS SUNDAY NAGEL’S PHARMACY

10am - 1pm

Plea to government: MPs Nick Wakeling and Brian Paynter are more than ready to receive the funding they need to rebuild Wonthaggi Secondary College Senior Campus in a new location.

They’re hoping the $25 million project will be funded in today’s (Tuesday) State Budget. education state. Well, we want it to be the education state for all people regardless of where you live,” Mr Paynter said.

“Now we’re looking on Tuesday to see the announcement of funding. We’d be very disappointed if we didn’t get it.

“It’s what the people of Wonthaggi want and what they need. This is the third budget we’ve asked for funding at. People in this community don’t want to wait on this issue anymore.”

The existing McBride Campus is outdated, cramped and landlocked.

Mr Paynter expressed his concern for the students’ wellbeing and education.

“We know the curriculum’s good, we know that teachers and staff are good, we know it’s a good

quality education,” he said.

“It’s just the buildings are simply not good enough for modern day standards. It’s not going to be physically large enough for an expanding population so they’re actually bursting at the seams.”

Shadow Education Minister Nick Wakeling inspected the college with Mr Paynter last Thursday.

Mr Wakeling said, “This is an issue that’s been bouncing around for too long. The community wants it solved, they want it fixed and they want it settled.

“Providing a new learning space is a clear indication of the importance of Wonthaggi for the purpose of education.

“They only way that that can happen is if the government confirms that all the funding needed will be provided.”

Highway warrants safety overhaul THE South Gippsland Highway needs funding in today’s State Budget to remove winding bends at Korumburra and improvement the surface east of Foster, mayor Cr Ray Argento said.

The bends near Coal Creek Community Park and Museum have been the site of numerous accidents, including a fatality, and the highway beyond Foster services tourists, and the farming and transport industries, as well as linking with the Yarram district.

“The Korumburra bends have proved to be a disastrous spot that deserves attention,” Cr Argento said.

The highway between Foster and Hedley often suffers pavement failures. Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien agreed roads needed attention.

“From an overall perspective we need greater investment in country roads to fix our crumbling

Long time coming: Dr Bob Birrell and wife Jan Birrell were delighted by his award presented at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne last Thursday.

• Gippsland South • Eastern VictoMLA Danny ria Region MLC Melina Bath.

O’Brien. highways and major arterials and the reinstatement of the Country Roads and Bridges Program,” he said.

Mr O’Brien and Eastern Victoria Region MLC Melina Bath also sought funding for capital works

at Korumburra Secondary College and a rebuild of Foster Primary School, new fire stations at Foster, Mirboo North and Yarram, and the cantilevered viewing platform and tourism developments at Agnes Falls.

Mr O’Brien said he was still waiting for the announcement of $2 million funding for works at South Gippsland Hospital at Foster through the Regional Health Infrastructure Program.

“I expect the Labor Government to deliver for all Victorians, not just those in the major cities,” he said.

Ms Bath also said Wonthaggi needs a new senior secondary campus and highball facility.

“Country roads is an area I have been raising concerns about since I entered parliament two years ago. The money cut from the VicRoads maintenance budget must be reinstated. As roads fall into disrepair, we’re seeing the only ‘treatment’ being a lowering of the speed limit on many rural roads,” she said.

Mental Health First Aid for Teenagers

Join Bryan Jeffrey, Director of MOAT Mental Health Services, for this practical and free presentation that will focus on teenage anxiety and dealing with challenging behaviour.

Bookings essential at: www.newhavencol.vic.edu.au Tuesday 9 May, 6.30 - 8.00pm Newhaven College Middle School 1770 Phillip Island Road, Phillip Island

SMI830352

LEONGATHA’s Dr Bob Birrell OAM was honoured by the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne last Thursday, in recognition of his work in raising the profile of child abuse and neglect.

PAGE 4 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

TV gardening expert inspires TINO Carnevale, gardening expert from Lifestyle farms or hobby farms do not provide ABC TV’s Gardening Australia, visited a primary income, but provide an opportunity to South Gippsland on Sunday to speak live in and enjoy a country environment.

As well as being a presenter on Gardening at a Landcare workshop on ‘Lifestyle Farms’.

vised participants, “Of course people living on the land want to grow their own fruit and vegies. It’s one of the reasons for being there. But take your time to know your land and your soil, and grow the things you love.”

Information sessions on ‘Selecting a Lifestyle Property’ and ‘Farm Layout and Fencing’ were presented by David Stewart, agricultural consultant, Small Farm Services Victoria.

A session on ‘Water Management’ was presented by Benita Kelsall, dairy extension officer, Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources.

Following the presentations, participants were taken on guided tours of a Mirboo lifestyle farm.

Farm owners, Libby Anthony and Colin Goodwin, provided tours of their passive solar strawbale house.

Last Sunday’s event was the last of a series of unique one day workshops for new and experienced farmers organised by the Mardan and Mirboo-North Landcare Group.

The topics covered were ‘Hill Farms’, ‘Small Commercial Farms’ and ‘Lifestyle Farms’, and the workshops were held on properties in the Mardan-Mirboo area.

The workshops attended by some 160 farmers were made possible by funding from the Commonwealth Government’s Sustainable Agriculture Small Grants Programme to the Mardan and Motivating speaker: TV gardening host Tino Carnevale offered tips for successful lifestyle Mirboo-North Landcare Group, in partnership with the South Gippsland Landcare Network.

Australia, Tino is involved in the Feeding the Future Coalition and has been part of The Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program.

During his speech at the workshop, Tino ad-

farming at a workshop held by Mardan and Mirboo-North Landcare Group on Sunday.

Wonthaggi’s future on display BASS Coast Shire Council is inviting people to take a glimpse into the future by learning more about the future growth and development of Wonthaggi.

The emerging Precinct Structure Plan for Wonthaggi North East will guide the future development of the town for the next 30 years, including identifying the future locations of roads, community hubs, schools, parks, housing, employment opportunities and transport connections.

A Development Contributions Plan is also being developed, which will identify costs of development and ensure they are provided equitably across the precinct.

Bass Coast mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said council was now seeking public input during a week long consultation event.

“We’d love to hear what the local community think about these plans for our future growth, and will be asking for input into the Precinct Structure Plan in particular,” Cr Rothfield said.

“There will also be opportunities to speak with council and Victorian Planning Authority staff, and find out more up to date information on the project, and how work around key infrastructure issues such as road, drainage and land to generate employment is progressing.”

Consultation will be taking place at the Wonthaggi Library in Murray Street, Wonthaggi from Monday, May 15 to Friday, May 19 from

10am until 6pm, and on Saturday, May 20 from 9.30am to 1pm.

An opportunity to speak with staff from both council and the Victorian Planning Authority will also be held at a drop-in event at the Old Library in Watt Street, Wonthaggi, on Tuesday, May 16 May from 6pm to 8pm.

For younger community members, a colouring competition will also be held, with all entrants going into the draw for a chance to win a prize.

For more information about the Precinct Structure Plan, please contact Council’s Planning Team on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or (03) 5671 2211, or email c.peckett@basscoast.vic. gov.au.

per” a sp ew n y it n u m m co r ou Y “

36 McCartin Street, Leongatha 3953 Postal : PO Box 84 LEONGATHA 3953 Telephone : 5662 2294 Fax : 5662 4350 Web : www.thestar.com.au Editor Brad Lester : news@thestar.com.au Advertising Manager Joy Morgan : advertising@thestar.com.au Find us on Facebook Produced and published by Giles Newspapers Pty Ltd and printed by Latrobe Valley Express, Morwell.

Registered business. ACN 006507580 | ABN 61 318 952 541 Print Post 336735 10006 HOUSE1627

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 5

Arts centre boost

by Tayla Kershaw A $1.58 MILLION upgrade of the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre is a feature of Bass Coast Shire Council’s 2017-18 draft budget.

Council has drawn up an $18.6 million capital works program, with projects for across the shire.

The arts centre will have improved access, bigger dressing rooms and improved safety.

Whilst keeping within the State Government’s two per cent rate cap, some of the other major projects included in the budget are $1.68 million for the Phillip Island Nature Park commercial development, $1.32 million for the Cowes Transit Hub, and $1.8 million for the Grantville landfill cell constructions.

“The arts centre is an important project because it will get the facility up to scratch and put a bit of confidence back in the arts,” deputy mayor Cr Brett Tessari said.

The capital works program also proposes council contribute $1.5 million to the Wonthaggi highball facility and $600,000 to the Cape Paterson Surf Life Saving Club redevelopment over two years.

Rates and charges have increased by 5.3 per cent to accommodate the new three bin waste service. The garbage charge will also increase from $327 to $374.

Valuations have not changed and rates to properties will be the same as at January 1, 2016.

Mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said the draft budget reflects the input and aspirations of the community, following extensive consultations sessions that started in early January.

“We have committed to maintaining services and infrastructure, as well as delivering projects and services that are valued by our community, and doing this within the rate increase of two per cent mandated by the State Government,” she said.

“Remaining aligned with our long term financial plan, the draft budget includes funding for a number of priority projects our community has been calling for.

“We have also focussed on maintaining and upgrade existing assets, proposing over half of our capital works budget is committed to renewal.

“Other highlights from the budget include the continuation of the Inverloch transfer station, an ongoing commitment to the development of skate parks across the shire, land contribution towards a medical facility on Phillip Island, and commencing community engagement on how we spend $2 million on open spaces in 2018-19.

“The draft budget also continues to support our agricultural community with a rating differential of 80 percent, as well as the opportunity to apply for the rural land management program, which returns approximately $602,555 in environmental value to the rural community.”

Council directly communicated with 820 people at various pre-budget sessions along with many through social media and the website.

Drop in sessions for the draft budget will be held.

For public consideration: Bass Coast Shire Council deputy mayor Cr Brett Tessari and mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield released the 2017-18 draft budget last week.

Missed chance to save costs

By Tayla Kershaw BASS Coast councillor Les Larke said council could’ve gone a step further in its 2017-18 draft budget for community consultation.

Although Cr Larke commended his fellow councillors and council staff for producing an exceptional budget, he estimated council could’ve seen an additional $5 million into the capital works program if it had taken a transformational

approach.

The capital works program has been sent $18.57 million, and includes major projects such as the Cowes Transit Hub, traffic lights for Wonthaggi’s central business district, an extension on Inverloch’s Surf Parade footpath, and provision for the highball facility.

“Overall I think it (the budget) was an excellent turnaround from the previous five years. We delivered a good budget with a modest surplus ($3.89 million),” Cr Larke said.

“However, I believe we missed an opportunity to follow a

transformational approach in relation to costs, which would have contributed significant dollars into the capital works program.

“We have stopped the haemorrhaging deficit, but an opportunity was missed that would’ve put us in a strong position for government grants.

“I was looking for a more aggressive budget, whereas other councillors perhaps didn’t really want make a significant transformational step in this early stage.

There is potential to make these changes in the future.”

Cr Larke said there were three

key areas councillors needed to tackle to improve the budget: organisational design, the cost of governance and the discretionary fund.

“There are opportunities to trim our head office costs. In terms of the discretionary fund, we’d be looking at consultants in particular.

Creating more efficiency in these three areas will make significant savings,” he said.

At the special meeting on Wednesday night (April 26), Cr Larke proposed an amendment to the recommendation to refine the strategic resource plan and reduce

budget expenditure in these three areas. However, this amendment was not accepted.

“I did not get the support, but that’s not to say there won’t be opportunities to address these issues in the future,” he said.

“I wasn’t able to get a more aggressive budget on this occasion, but we will continue to work together to achieve these savings.”

As a whole, Cr Larke was pleased with the outcome of the budget and the equity in the capital works program.

“I haven’t got an issue with the overall outcome of the capital

works program. We’ve attempted to provide equity in our expenditure across the shire,” he said.

“We can’t achieve total equity in one year, but if everyone gets a bit of the pie during our four years, I will be comfortable.

“One of the big issues has been Phillip Island Stand Alone. If we become a transparent council and deliver fairness over our four year period, hopefully the want to deamalgamate will dissipate to some extent.”

Council voted to release it draft budget to the community on Wednesday night.

PAGE 6 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Annual ball hosted by Parrots LEONGATHA Football Netball Club hosted its annual ball on Saturday night at the Leongatha Memorial Hall with more than 300 partygoers having a great night.

The music provided was fantastic featuring Jimmy King and The Paddy Cakes, getting the hall jumping all night.

The Star thanks Dom Amato for providing photographs of the annual ball.

Celebration: Nikita Wright and Gemma Coulter enjoyed a chat at the ball.

Great night: from left, Matt Borshmann, Beau Vernon and Josh Having fun: from left, Elly Egan, Lauren Redpath, Lachie Wright and Philippa Littlejohn had a special night.

Hopkins catch up at the ball. All photos courtesy Dom Amato.

Welcome: Jaclyn Smith and Rob Van Rooy were some of the hard working Parrots who helped make the night a great success.

Relaxing night: from left, Melinda McLennan, Kate Browne, Brain’s trust?: from left, Kristian Gray, Aaron Hillberg (sportNicole Salmon, Kasie Rump and Kate McCarthy had an enjoy- ing a footy stop injury after taking a mark) and Chris Dunne had a top night. able night.

Big night out: the annual ball goes down well with these rev- Photo shoot: from left, Renae McFarland, Josh Fiddelaers, Jusellers, from left, Louis Riseley, Harrison McGannon, Sam For- tin Pellicano and Courtney Dyke pose up for a picture before enjoying the annual ball. rester, Christie O’Loughlin, Ryan Olden, and Sophie Thomas.

Oakley Kerr: one of the talented members of The Paddy Cakes.

Glamourous: looking stunning at the annual ball were, from left, Early on: taking a pause during the ball are, from left, Amy WatLauren Redpath, Cate McCracken, Laura Higgins, Georgia Rise- kins, Millie Taylor, Codie Davidson, Jaria Bernaldo, and Emma Watkins. ley, Hanna Flanders, Nicola Marriott, and Sarah McCahon.

Save the Date - NDIS Workshop!

Tuesday 16 May 2017, 9.45am to 12.30pm Meeting Room One, Michael Place, Leongatha Rural Access and South Gippsland Shire Council together with the Centre for Access are delivering a workshop about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

The session is free and open to anyone who wants to learn more about the NDIS. Please arrive at 9.45am for a 10.00am start.

For more information or to RSVP contact Alisha Gilliland on 5662 9376 or alisha.gilliland@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 7

Fight to save ’Burra centre

By Brad Lester THE Korumburra Business Association (KBA) is concerned the Korumburra Visitor Information Centre may be closed as a result of a review by South Gippsland Shire Council.

Closing information centres at Korumburra or Foster is one of the five options council has listed for public consideration as part of its Visitor Information Services Review.

Council operates two accredited visitor information centres at Korumburra and Foster, delivered by staff and volunteers, at a cost of around $300,000 a year.

KBA president Noelene Cosson said, “We acknowledge that technology has changed the way people access travel information but South Gippsland (Prom Country) has a long way to go before the digital information they have available can replace our information centres.”

Council held an information session about its review at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum last Thursday night. Coal Creek is the location of the Korumburra centre.

Council is reviewing the services to ensure they are being delivered efficiently. The review paper states more tourists use the internet to plan and book holidays nowadays.

The five options council has issued for public consultation are: maintain the current operating model, increase digital service officer, an integrated model, a new location for a visitor information centre, and closing centres and increas-

ing volunteer involvement.

Ms Cosson said council had put forward “very little detail” about the four proposals, “making it difficult to make an informed decision on what is the most suitable option going forward”.

“The information centres play an important role in tourism with their personalised service and up to date local and region knowledge,” she said.

“The cost of running the centres is such a small portion of the overall shire budget and with Korumburra being the gateway to South Gippsland, we want tourists to feel welcomed into our region and give them a chance to experience everything we have to offer.

“It’s not just about Korumburra. It’s about tourism for the whole of South Gippsland and our area needs tourism more now than ever before.”

Council’s visitor information services coordinator Renae Littlejohn said about 25 people attended the Korumburra session.

The session informed people of the review process to date and an explanation about why the review is taking place including: being delivered as efficiently and effectively as possible, meeting customers’ needs, meeting the industry’s needs and delivering value to ratepayers.

Council will hold a second information session at the Foster Visitor Information Centre on Tuesday, May 9, from 5.30-6pm.

People wishing to email submissions to the final review process can find more information at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/visreview.

Moving moment: guest speaker Tessa Sydenham and Inverloch RSL secretary Bob Lambie among the display honouring Australian nurse Vivian Bullwinkel, who survived a massacre by the Japanese. Tessa spoke about Sister Bullwinkel’s experience at Inverloch’s Anzac Day service. Read more in The Star’s Anzac Day coverage on pages 22 and 23.

SOUTH GIPPSLAND

Central enrolment for four-year old kindergarten

CLO

SES

30

JUN

E

Bomb hoax teen arrested - in Israel The youth appeared in court last Thursday A TEENAGER from Israel has been charged in relation to a series of bomb and was bailed to June 26, 2017. hoaxes at Leongatha, Inverloch and Cowes primary schools last year.

BUILDING OR RENOVATING?

Call Capeview Your local manufacturer today Frames and trusses Aluminum windows and doors Shower screens Security doors Kitchens and cabinetry Robe inserts and doors Visit our show room at....

Capeview Mitre 10 today

Is your child ready for kindergarten in 2018?

To enrol your child in funded four-year-old Kindergarten for next year, you will need to register now. Kindergarten enrolment is centralised through South Gippsland Shire Council. Simply complete a single enrolment form and nominate your Kindergarten preferences. Enrolments must be lodged by 30 June.

You can enrol at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/centralenrolment or you can pick up an enrolment form at Council, your local library or Maternal & Child Health Centre.

COL110382

A joint international investigation involving the FBI, Israel, New Zealand, UK and Australian law enforcement agencies resulted in Israeli police making the arrest in Israel.

Victoria Police E-Crime Squad detectives, together with NSW Fraud and Cybercrime Squad and South Australia Police Electronic Crime Section detectives, were a party to the arrest of the 17 year old boy after bomb hoaxes in the three states.

The bomb hoaxes were allegedly made to various education facilities throughout Victoria, NSW and South Australia between May 2016 and April 2017.

The extensive joint investigation resulted in the arrest and the seizure of electronic devices.

The teen was charged with 74 offences, including: • Victoria: nine counts of make bomb hoax; • NSW: 13 counts of use carriage service to make a hoax threat; and • South Australia: 49 counts of use carriage service to make a hoax threat.

For more information, please contact Shelley on 5662 9200 or visit

5672 4890 www.capeviewbuildingproducts.com.au

www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/centralenrolment

MASTER BUILT LUXURY HOME & LAND* A boutique lifestyle community Would you like a new 2 bedroom, master built, luxury home with fewer maintenance costs and no deferred management fee* for as little as $170,600?* At Mountain View Leongatha boutique retirement community that dream can be a reality!

Drop in or call us today on 1300 306 255.

RETIREMENT LIVING FROM

$170,600*

* via Lease Agreement

1 Dale Drive, Leongatha, VIC 3953 Phone: 1300 306 255

www.mountainviewleongatha.com.au

PAGE 8 - “THE STAR� Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Caught out twice A PENALTY notice was issued to a 49 year old Yarram man for driving without his alcohol interlock machine on Thursday.

The driver was intercepted by the Foster Police at 10.55am between Agnes and Port Franklin.

At 11.30am the same day, he was intercepted for the second time on the South Gippsland highway near Agnes without the alcohol interlock.

He will be summonsed to court.

Safety first A CYCLIST was fined for not wearing a bike helmet on Sunday.

The 26 year old Foster rider was intercepted around 4pm in the main street of Foster.

Vehicle destroyed: a hired Nissan Pulsar caught fire on the Bass Highway near Lang Gym disgrace: Foster Secondary College students, from left, Tyla Angwin, principal Mat- A TRAILER was stolen from a residential prop- Lang on Sunday. thew McPhee, Lachie Rathjen, Ryan Lavarda and Lachlan Gale outside the school’s gymna- erty in Cutlers Circuit in Wonthaggi on Friday.

The theft occurred overnight when the tradessium which is well overdue for refurbishment.

Trailer thief

School gym far from fit

By Jessica Anstice THE Foster Secondary College gymnasium is in very poor condition.

The majority of the college buildings are only 12 years old but the gymnasium is one of the original buildings, making it around 30 years old.

The poorly designed building has major drainage issues and maintenance workers are unable to access the roofs gutters, so these have not been cleaned.

Gutters are overflowing and water is not property drained, causing leakages inside the building, resulting in mould.

The concern is the occupational health and safe for the staff and students, especially in the nearby canteen area where food is served daily.

Paint on the roof and walls is peeling and falling off.

Inside the gymnasium, on the roof, there is no barrier covering insulation. “Every time a ball hits the roof, insulation fibre falls down, which is a major safety hazard,� principal Matthew McPhee said.

The college has applied for funding through the State Government’s Emergency Maintenance Program, established to address unforeseen maintenance issues that pose an immediate risk to the health and safety of school users.

An architect has drawn up a design brief and handed it over to three building companies.

The building companies have each sent quotes to the department and the college is now waiting for approval. “I am confident the approval will go through smoothly. It’s definitely a priority considering it’s now a safety hazard,� Mr McPhee said.

Mental health first aid for teenagers IMPROVING teenagers’ mental health will be the focus of a workshop to be hosted by Newhaven College.

Following the success of his workshop in 2016, Bryan Jeffrey, director of MOAT Health Services, is returning to Newhaven College for a free presentation discussing Mental Health First Aid for Teenagers.

The focus of the session will be teenage anxiety and dealing with challenging behaviour and it is targeted at parents, health professionals and the wider community.

The presentation will build on the information

that was given in 2016, but is also suitable for new attendees.

Mr Jeffrey has worked for 18 years as a psychiatric nurse and has extensive experience developing and delivering mental health training packages for welfare agencies, schools, colleges and universities.

Newhaven College is hosting the event on Tuesday, May 9 from 6.30pm to 8pm in Middle School at the Phillip Island Road Campus, 1770 Phillip Island Road, Phillip Island.

This free and practical presentation is open to all in Bass Coast Shire and bookings are required.

Please reserve your seat at www.newhavencol.vic. edu.au

man’s trailer was parked next to the nature strip of his private property.

Police are investigating.

Fire engulfs hire car

AN interstate driver pulled over on the Bass Highway just near the Lang Lang roundabout after noticing smoke inside Cars targeted A VEHICLE parked on private property in Won- the vehicle on Sunday. thaggi was broken into on Tuesday, April 25.

The crime took place overnight on Wentworth Road. The Ford sedan was locked.

It is unknown how the thief accessed the inside of the vehicle.

Personal items were taken from the vehicle’s console.

On the same night, a Toyota Sedan parked in a residential property in Oxford Way, Wonthaggi was broken into.

The vehicle was left unlocked and a small amount of cash was stolen from inside.

A Kia stationwagon parked at the same place, also unlocked, was broken into.

A small amount of cash and tools were stolen.

Police are still investigating.

Police would like to remind everyone to lock unattended vehicles to reduce crime.

The driver of the Nissan Pulsar was coming from Stanlakes Road in Lang Lang before the car caught fire around noon.

No one was injured.

Police are still investigating but do not believe the car fire was suspicious.

$2000 heist A GOLF bag and buggy were stolen from a property on Pier Road in Inverloch on Thursday.

The items were taken at around 1.30pm when the owner left them on the naturestrip outside his property after returning home for a short while.

After he returned to collect his belongings, they had been removed.

The equipment is valued at $2000.

Anyone with information should contact Inverloch Police on 5674 1202.

Restrictions stay for Korumburra STAGE one water restrictions remain in place for Korumburra, despite recent rain.

The town’s Coalition Creek catchment recorded 43mm of rain between April 22 and 28, and received 73mm for April. Coalition Creek reservoirs are 52 percent full.

Ravi Raveendran, South Gippsland Water’s manager of operations, said, “The last week has seen some decent rainfall wetting catchments and generating some run-off, with critical catchments of Coalition Creek and Little Bass holding steady.�

9 Smith Street, Leongatha 3953 Private Bag 4 P: 5662 9200 / F: 5662 3754 E: council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Other rainfall recorded at South Gippsland Water’s storages from April 22 to 28 was: Lance Creek 35mm, Ruby Creek 46mm, Deep Creek 38mm, Little Bass 43mm and Battery Creek 52mm.

Rainfall figures for April were Lance Creek 46mm, Ruby Creek 73mm, Deep Creek 59mm, Little Bass 65mm and Battery Creek 83mm.

Lance Creek reservoir (Wonthaggi, Cape Paterson and Inverloch) is 71 percent full, Leongatha’s Ruby Creek 54 percent, Foster’s Deep Creek 80 percent, Little Bass (Poowong, Loch, Nyora) 50 percent, and Fish Creek’s Battery Creek dam is at 68 percent.

Noticeboard

PROPOSED SALE OF PART FORMER R D OFF MUNROS ROAD, MIRBOO NORTH Pursuant to Sections 189 & 223 of the Local Government Act 1989, Council, at its Ordinary Meeting on 26 April 2017, proposed to sell part of the land described in

area of approximately 1,414.02m2 to the adjoining COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK landowner (the Proposal) - shown on the plan below. ( Any person may make a submission to Sealed Roads Maintenance & Tree Requests: Whole Shire the proposed sale of land. Submissions Zone Maintenance: Leongatha, Leongatha South, PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS (Council Agenda Topics only) must be in writing and received no later Koonwarra, Welshpool, Hedley / Carpark & Sealing Works: Wednesday 24 May - 10.00am. than 5.00pm Tuesday 30 May 2017.

Leongatha Recreation Reserve / Footpath Renewal: George Please indicate in your submission if St & King St, Korumburra / Pavement Stabilising: Geale St, ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING you wish to be heard in support of your Meeniyan, Soldiers Rd, Fish Creek, Walkerville Sth Rd, Wednesday 24 May - Council Chambers, Leongatha submission. Submissions should be Walkerville / Roadside Slashing: Mirboo North, Mardan, 2.00pm. Please note that the Ordinary Council Meeting in addressed to the CEO and lodged at Stewarts & Dunlops Rd, Buffalo / Streetscape Works: Main May will be streamed live inline with Council’s Live Streaming

! !

St, Foster / Pavement Rehabilitation: Bass Valley Rd, Policy. See our website for more details.

Leongatha or posted to Private Bag 4 Bena / Guardrail Renewal: Lower Toora Rd, Bennison & Greens Rd, Loch / Road Reconstruction: King St, Leongatha Vic 3953.

Submissions may ultimately be OPEN AIR BURNING Korumburra / Guardrail Extension: Cooks Outlet Rd, Loch / contained within a report to Council. The minutes of Council would like to remind residents that although the Unsealed Road Resheets & Vegetation Maintenance: Council meetings are available for public inspection and Fire Danger Period has lifted, there are restrictions in place Nerrena / Intersection Works: Walkerville Rd, Walkerville / published on Council’s website. Submissions may contain for Open Air Burning. See our website for more information.

Road resheeting & Drainage Works: Egans Rd, Koonwarra, personal information. Submitters may request in their NDIS FREE COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION Carmodys Rd, Leongatha South, Meeniyan - Nerrena Rd, submission that they do not want their personal Council is running a workshop for people interested in Nerrena, Mt Nicoll Rd, Meikle Rd, Harmons Rd & Powells information published and it will be removed. Council will learning more about the National Disability Insurance Rd, Fish Creek / Endwall Replacement & Drainage Works: consider and determine submissions at the next available Scheme (NDIS). The workshop is free and will be held from McIndoe Park, Leongatha meeting of Council. If there are no submissions received 9.45am -12.30pm on Tuesday 16 May in Meeting Room 1 Council will implement the proposal.

CITIZENSHIP CEREMONY tha. For more (Council Chambers), Michael Place, Leongatha.

Wednesday 3 May, 6.00pm Council Chambers, Leongatha. iland on 5662 information and to RSVP, contact Alisha Gilliland and.vic.gov.au.

9376 or email alisha.gilliland@southgippsland.vic.gov.au.

PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times are essential, phone 5662 9222.

Wednesday 17 May - Council Chambers, Leongatha 10.45am - Council Plan and Budget Submission Hearings – Open Hearing. Hearing of Submissions as prescribed under the Local Government Act 1989, Section 223 in respect of 2016-2017 Budget and 2017-2021 Council Plan.

2.00pm; 7.00pm* (*by noon 16/5)

IMMUNISATION SESSIONS 3 May: Mirboo North - Maternal and Child Health Centre, Brennan Street, 9 - 9.30am / Korumburra - Karmai Community Children’s Centre, Princes Street, 11.30am 12.00pm / Nyora - Community Hall, Henley Street, 1.00 - 1.30pm.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 9

Go team: from left, cousins Olivia Bell from Wonthaggi, Georgia Bell from Leongatha, Hamish Bell from Wonthaggi, Rylan Bell from Leongatha and Campbell Bell from Wonthaggi were at the Allies and MDU match at Meeniyan on Saturday, to cheer on the players.

Pool funding makes a splash

By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council is proposing to spend $3.8 million – 10 percent of its annual rate revenue – on the Mirboo North outdoor pool and Cr Lorraine Brunt is concerned that is excessive.

“Korumburra has $2.3 million allocated to it and it is much bigger,” she told council’s meeting last Wednesday.

“We have four pools and if we allocated $3.8 million (to each), that is more than $15 million. It is not very equitable.”

The $3.8 million is earmarked for a redevelopment of the Mirboo North pool next financial year, as outlined in the Mirboo North Outdoor Pool Masterplan endorsed by council last Wednesday.

Korumburra pool is also proposed for redevelopment next financial year. Council also approved that pool’s masterplan last week.

Cr Don Hill felt the Mirboo North community deserved the investment, saying the pool was “a much loved community asset”.

The completion of the Mirboo North pool masterplan allows for the start of the detailed design process and for council to seek other government funding for works.

Council’s director sustainable communities and infrastructure Anthony Seabrook said, “The completion of the masterplan for the Mirboo North outdoor pool has been much anticipated by the local community.

“It has been fantastic seeing the Mirboo North

community provide their vision of the much loved asset and influencing the future works at the site.

“We also wish to thank the Friends of the Mirboo North Pool Committee who worked hard to receive this community feedback through community surveys.”

The next step in delivering the outcomes of the masterplan is to release a tender for the detailed design works and quantity surveyor costs. A tender for the detailed design of the works and quantity surveyor costs will be released in May 2017.

The Korumburra pool masterplan was completed with community feedback sourced through meetings with the Korumburra Swimming Club and through local newspapers, council’s website and social media.

“Users of the Korumburra outdoor pool strongly supported the masterplan developed for the site so no changes were necessary,” Mr Seabrook said.

“They are hoping to see the project continue into the design phase and be allocated funding for this in a future capital works program.”

To see the masterplans, visit council’s websites: www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/mirboonorthpool and www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/korumburrapool Also last Wednesday, council resolved to acquire land at 17 Baths Road, Mirboo North for a reserve to use for pool carparking and an amenities block.

The land was originally bought with community funds and freehold titles held in the names of Charles Shiels and Fitzjames Scott. The men have since died but a descendant of Mr Scott said descendants desire for council to own the land.

Council will apply to Victorian Planning Minister Richard Wynne to initiate the process.

Inspectorate dismisses form guide complaint

By Brad Lester THE Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) received nine complaints in relation to the South Gippsland Shire Council election last year.

Three were in relation to the administration of the election and the other six related to a possible breach of the act.

One candidate was accused of using a council car to distribute election material by some in the community but the Local Government Inspectorate said no formal complaint was lodged.

The inspectorate also investigated the form guide distributed during the campaign, which some candidates claimed was improper election material.

It likened the election to a horse race, with suggested ‘bets’ or recommendations given for each candidate.

The inspectorate did not identify a breach and will not take further action.

The VEC further stated, “Of nine matters, six alleged a breach of the Local Government Act 1989 through the production or distribution of election material and were referred to the relevant enforcement

agency, the Local Government Investigations and Compliance Inspectorate. The VEC is not notified of the outcome of these investigations.

“The three complaints relating to the administration of the election were investigated, responded to and resolved by the Electoral Commissioner’s delegate, the Local Government Program Manager.

“In the interests of privacy and impartiality, the VEC does not discuss or release the detail of matters received as complaints with third parties.”

As a percentage of the total enrolment for the 2016 South Gippsland election, the number of ballot papers counted was 79.89 percent.

This compared with an average turnout of 75.67 percent for all postal elections at the 2016 local government elections.

South Gippsland Shire Council recorded a turnout of 74.71 percent at its last general election in October 2012.

The informal vote recorded at the 2016 South Gippsland general election was 4.27 percent, compared with 6.06 percent for all postal elections across the state.

South Gippsland Shire Council recorded an informal rate of two percent at its last general election in October 2012.

PAGE 10 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

COLUMN 7 LEONGATHA Secondary College Year 9 community fitness class enjoyed two sessions at the Leongatha Bowls Club recently. The sun was shining on both occasions, making for great conditions for a game of bowls.

“Everyone showed respect for the volunteers who came along to share their expertise and teach students how to play,” Leongatha Secondary College physical education teacher Linsey Boddy said.

“Some cracking games took place once everyone started to get the hang of it, seeing bowls landing only centimetres away from the jack.

“All students were a wonderful representation of the school and were commended on this by the volunteers from the bowls club.”

Keeping in shape: Leongatha Secondary College Year 9 community fitness student Teagan Werahiko learnt how to play bowls at the Leongatha Bowls Club last term. list to join the program but the band does not have instruments for them to use.

If you have any unused brass instruments in the cupboard, perhaps you might consider selling them cheaply or donating them to the training program, which is run at no cost to the learners.

The band believes everyone should have SOUTH Gippsland Shire Brass Band’s the chance to learn music. If you can help, training program needs more instruments. contact Penny via email sgsbb@outlook.com There are children and adults on the waiting or 0408 558 594.

A LONG time Leongatha resident was less than impressed to come across a verbal stoush between two groups of young people in Bair Street, Leongatha, last Thursday. Foul language was shouted backwards and forwards between them, and creating a less than positive impression to passers-by.

PET CREMATIONS

Leave your pet in the care of a local business when that sad day arrives

PEA2420005

Pearly Mates Pearly Mates is a family owned business that has been operating in South Gippsland for five years.

We offer affordable rates and a caring service.

Phone 0488 373 429 or visit www.pearlymates.com.au

MENTION THIS ADVERTISEMENT FOR SPECIAL RATES

THE Cancer Council is hoping to make this year’s Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea bigger than ever by recruiting almost 10,000 generous morning tea hosts across Victoria, with a target of raising $3.5 million.

Since 1994, Victorians have raised more than $30 million for Cancer Council’s research, prevention and support services through Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, helping to in-

col7@thestar.com.au

Tayla Kershaw

Smart learning LEONGATHA Secondary College Year 12 students attended a study skills seminar on Friday run by Elevate Education. Elevate’s high impact seminars and workshops help students improve their study techniques, increase motivation, build confidence, and lift performance.

The day began with a study seminar from the Elevate presenters followed by a tertiary information session as an introduction into courses, university life and accommodation options.

Afterwards Year 12 students were introduced to mindfulness training and strategies to ace the Year Motivation: Leongatha Secondary College 12 exams.

Year 12 student Sarah Bouquet was taught Staff and parents attended presentations in the study skills by Elevate Education last Friday evening outlining how to best support students studying Year 12. during a seminar at the college.

crease Victorian cancer survival by almost 20 percent.

To register an event at your workplace, home or community group, visit www.biggestmorningtea.com.au or phone 1300 65 65 85.

THE fundraising never stops at Lifeline Gippsland to train telephone crisis supporters, who help prevent suicide and talk people through crisis.

To help raise funds, Lifeline Gippsland has two large plant sales a year, on May 26 and November.

Donations for the May sale can be dropped off at the following Lifeline shops: Wonthaggi, Churchill, Moe, Morwell, Sale and Traralgon.

For larger donations, a pick up can be arranged by calling the office on 5136 3500.

LEONGATHA Rotary Club hosted a joint meeting with the Inverloch Rotary Club at Le-

ongatha recently. Guest speaker Beau Vernon talked on overcoming his handicap of being confined to a wheel chair after a football injury several years ago, to now being the coach of the Leongatha Football Club, the Parrots.

KORUMBURRA Primary School will take part in the National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) on Wednesday, May 24 at 11am. NSS is an annual campaign that aims to encourage more young Australians to read and enjoy books.

Every year a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and illustrator is read simultaneously in libraries, schools, pre-schools, childcare centres, family homes, bookshops and many other places around the country.

The story this year is The Cow Tripped Over the Moon written by Tony Wilson and illustrated by Laura Wood.

Artist to inspire PROM Coast Arts Council presents the fourth in its ongoing occasional series of artist talks.

Tom Murray-White will present Love is the Goal, Art is the Gift Wrapping on Friday, May 12 at 7.30pm in the supper room of the Fish Creek Memorial Hall, at 13 Falls Road, Fish Creek.

Entry is by donation and no bookings are required. Bring your own drinks and nibbles.

To find out more, see www.facebook.com/promcoastartscouncil or phone 0421 209 878. This event has received financial support from South Gippsland Shire Council and is part of the Creative Gippsland program.

Tom is a resident of Wonthaggi and well known to many locally through his work appearing in the

Great Southern Portrait Prize, appearing on the panel in the PCA forum back focused on portraiture back in 2012, as well as his work with youth and the Wonthaggi laneway project.

Tom is a free spirit, especially when it comes to his art. He has interesting views on art and life, and is driven to share these views because he feels there is not enough love in art and life generally.

Come along to hear Tom speak, to ask questions and to open yourself to new experiences.

Come along: Tom MurrayWhite will talk about Love is the Goal, Art is the Gift Wrapping at Fish Creek on May 12.

NBN Bundle

Wi-Fi Modem

UNLIMITED DATA + PHONE LINE tpg.com.au

Sarah Vella

/mth MIN CHARGE $189.94

NO LOCK-IN CONTRACT

13 31 60

Min Charge includes $10 Delivery + $20 Prepayment + $99.95 Setup. Available in selected coverage areas. This plan has an access connection speed of up to 12Mbps download/1Mbps upload. Actual throughput speeds may be slower and could vary due to various factors. Prepayment automatically topped up if it falls below $10. Service barred if prepayment top up payment fails. This offer may be withdrawn at any time. For full terms, conditions & exclusions visit tpg.com.au.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 11

New director joins council FAITH Page has leapt straight into setting future directions at South Gippsland Shire Council since joining the executive team recently.

Ms Page is the new director of corporate and community services, taking over from Jan Martin who resigned last year due to ill health.

Ms Page has worked in financial services, technology operation and governance, risk and regulatory compliance.

Most recently she was a partner at professional services firm Ernst and Young.

“On my second day I went straight into council’s strategic briefing which was a good opportunity to embed myself in the process,” she said.

Joining ranks: South Gippsland Shire Council’s new director of corporate and community services, Faith Page, is welcomed by chief executive officer Tim Tamlin.

Supermarket site earmarked THE future of Nyora has been planned for, with land rezoned for a supermarket and other shops in the future.

South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday approved the rezoning of residential land for commercial purposes, setting aside enough land for a possible supermarket.

The land to be rezoned is 2-12 Hewson Street and 29-31 Davis Street, earmarked as the possible site for a supermarket.

However, council planners did not rule out the prospect of a supermarket from being located on railway land now owned by VicTrack.

Amendment C110 to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme implements the recommendations of the Nyora Development Strategy.

The amendment will now be submitted to Victorian Planning Minister Richard Wynne for approval.

Council’s director development services Bryan Sword said Amendment C110 was supported by the Nyora community. “Research shows that Nyora’s population is steadily increasing and the rezoning of this land allows for space for a supermarket where there currently is none,” he said.

“The new amendment also provides design guidance to mitigate inappropriate development in the town centre as the town grows.”

Cr Lorraine Brunt said council expected Nyora to expand substantially.

“I believe it will get 18 percent of our growth,” she said.

CARER SURVEY — HAVE YOUR SAY

Fishy road puzzle Land sale opposition community proves hard to solve THE Help shape Victoria’s future direction continues to oppose some land sales by South Gippsland A BUSY Fish Creek road may be closed Shire Council.

Council received two to improve safety but not everyone bepetitions at last Wednesday’s lieves that is the best solution. council meeting, objecting

By Brad Lester

South Gippsland Shire Council will investigate the need to close the southern end of Old Waratah Road.

Residents submitted a petition to council requesting council consider closing the road to through traffic at Meeniyan-Promontory Road.

The residents believed traffic had increased over the past year, possibly due to GPS units directing vehicles down this road as the shortest route to Wilsons Promontory.

The road is primarily a residential street, with nearby Meeniyan-Promontory Road a major road.

Cr Meg Edwards said she had received a request from businessman Ray Poletti for council to consider options other than closing the road, as that would affect his business on Old Waratah Road by hindering truck access.

She also noted some residents were concerned closing the road would only result in visitors travelling up the road, becoming frustrated when finding it closed, and then turning around and exiting at a greater speed.

Cr Alyson Skinner said council had a responsibility to consider all points of view.

“We are seeking information about what options there are going to be to reduce speed and flow along that road,” she said.

Council will undertake further community consultation before considering another report.

to sales of land at Venus Bay and Welshpool.

Cr Alyson Skinner presented a petition signed by 891 people asking council • Cr Alyson Skinnot to sell existing public open spaces and council ner. owned land in Venus Bay. That petition also called for council to undertake cultural heritage and environmental assessments of such land in the town, and based on the recommendations of those assessments, reserve such land to Public Park and Recreation Zone, or Public Conservation and Resource Zone.

The petition requested council to set an initial target of five percent public • Cr Jeremy Rich. open space for Venus Bay and allocate funds from its annual budget to acquire this land.

Cr Jeremy Rich presented a petition initiated by the Welshpool and District Advisory Group asking council to stop the proposed sale of council land between Sutherland Lane and adjacent to Welshpool Rail Trail.

The petition noted the land was subject to flooding and should be retained for the community’s benefit.

Council will consider a report about the petitions at the May 24 council meeting.

to better support unpaid carers!

The Victorian Government is working with Carers Victoria to develop a Carer Statement to outline how we can best support and recognise carers. We want to hear from unpaid carers of all kinds – tell us what works best and what could be improved.

Complete the online survey at www.carersvictoria.org.au Or call 1800 242 636 to receive a hard copy.

Survey closes Friday 26 May 2017.

Treatments we provide: Conservative Dentistry Pain-free Dentistry Root Canal Treatments Orthodontics

7/43-49 Commercial Street, Korumburra

Ph: 5655 1816 www.korumburradental.com.au e: info@korumburradental.com.au KOR8160004

Crowns and Bridges Dentures Cosmetic Dentistry Wisdom Teeth Removal

OPENING HOURS: Mon- Fri 9am - 5.30pm | Saturday 10am - 3pm Dr. Sean How (BDS, Adelaide) Dr. Shal Chan (BDS, Adelaide)

PAGE 12 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

OPINIONS

Letters to the Editor

Go Yanakie

E D I T O R I A L College funding must be promised SOUTH Gippsland deserves a slice of the budget cake when the State Government hands down its budget for 2017-18 at 1pm today (Tuesday).

At the top of the list is funding for the construction of a new senior campus for Wonthaggi Secondary College, to cater for the school’s growing enrolments which the administration is somehow catering for on a cramped site, with students already crossing busy McKenzie Street to access facilities.

With funding for design work given in last year’s budget, the community of the school and broader Bass Coast deserves money on the table for actual building work this time round.

Victorian Education Minister James Merlino has visited the school and knows only too well of the quality education teachers deliver in sub-standard facilities. Imagine what could be achieved with even more space.

Wonthaggi has been earmarked as a regional growth centre in the past and with education the pillar of any community, the State Government therefore has a responsibility to ensure the region has the educational facilities it needs to cater for the present and the future.

As the only state secondary school in the Bass Coast Shire, and with the shire’s population growing, sooner or later the government must fund a new campus.

Let that time be now.

In the electorate of Gippsland South, the community of Foster Primary School is hoping for capital works funding for a new school.

The school council has worked with Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien to raise the school’s plight in Spring Street, as well as that of the second stage of Korumburra Secondary College.

Foster possibly has a better chance of receiving funding than Korumburra given stage one works at KSC are now underway.

Mr O’Brien was hoping for KSC’s stage two works and new fire stations at Mirboo North and Foster to be funded in last year’s budget, and while South Gippsland received funding for the Northern Towns water project last year, that was largely where the State Government’s love stopped.

South Gippsland would rightly expect more this afternoon.

Letters guidelines ALL letters should be kept to 400 words or less.

The Star reserves the right to edit all letters for length and style.

Writer’s details, including full name, address and phone number (not for publication), must be included.

WE applaud and greatly encourage the owners of the Wilsons Prom Cafe Bakery at Yanakie to expand their business to meet the ever increasing needs of visitors to this region.

From our perspective, Yanakie is the obvious choice for further development. This proposed extension would offer a much needed boost to the local economy and provide employment opportunities.

During our time as owners of Yanakie Gallery Tearooms (1990-2000) we too became aware of an escalating need for a more extensive menu and longer trading hours to service the requirements of tourists.

Surely now the time is right to recognise that people want a choice rather than having to travel longer distances for a decent feed.

We wish Bill Clappers the best of luck with having the application approved.

Dave Clarke and Marianne Ruff, Leongatha.

Alberton’s absence JACK Charlton (“Where was Alberton league?”, Opinions, The Star, April 25) raises a great question regarding the AFL Gippsland Football Netball Magazine and the absence of the Alberton Football Netball League.

This project was a joint ini-

Email: letters@thestar.com.au Post: PO Box 84 Leongatha 3953 Fax: 03 5662 4350

tiative between AFL Gippsland and newspapers across Gippsland, including The Great Southern Star, with the aim of providing a ‘snapshot’ overview of every club in every senior football and netball competition in the region in the lead up to the start of the season.

All clubs and leagues were invited to participate in the magazine, but the Alberton Football Netball League board and member clubs declined the opportunity – the only league to do so.

The official response from the league was that “the AFNL clubs are not in favour of participating in the magazine as they feel they get enough promotion in our local newspapers

and social media”.

In light of this, the newspapers supplying the editorial content for the publication elected to respect the wishes of the league and its member clubs and not include them in the final product.

The feedback for the magazine has been overwhelmingly positive and we are proud of our involvement in the project and optimistic of a second edition going ahead next year.

Hopefully the AFNL board and member clubs will reconsider their position for such promotional opportunities in future.

Damen Francis, AFL Gippsland media/ marketing manager.

VOXPOP! VOX Education is always a point of interest in state budgets.

With the 2017-18 budget to be issued today (Tuesday), The Star asked Leongatha Secondary College students “What do you think could be done to improve your school?”

“I reckon they should try and work on the trade wing. An update and new facilities in that area would be great for the school.”

Harrison Bell, Leongatha.

“I think getting more help for those students who lack in certain subjects would be useful.”

Alexandra Scott, Tarwin.

“More sports equipment and facilities such as more soccer balls and volley balls.”

Spencer Chadwick, Leongatha.

“The ECA needs to be cleaned and refurbished. An update to that would be good.”

Cameron Anstice, Koonwarra.

South Gippsland missing out: MP

By Tayla Kershaw BASS MLA Brian Paynter called out the State Government for favouring metropolitan areas recently.

Helping hand: from left, Dawn Rasmussen, vice president of Inverloch Lions, with Bass Coast Specialist School principal Edith Gray and student Jake Fox at last Friday’s cheque presentation.

Mr Paynter claimed analysis into the projects funded through the $500 million Regional Jobs and Infrastructure Fund revealed the electorate of Bass had not received funding.

However, according to Mr Paynter, three Labor held electorates shared $112 million in commitments.

The fund was established under the State Government and was to be allocated during the period 2014-18 across the entire state.

“It would appear however the Premier is using the fund for his own personal re-election slush fund. The uneven allocation across the state is a clear illustration of the lack of respect the Premier has for regional Victoria,” Mr Paynter said.

“The many projects I have put forward to the government, including health and education projects, have been ignored.”

However, the State Government claims significant

investments have been made in Bass, including $48.2 million into the penguin parade, $3.2 million for upgrades on the Phillip Island road, $80,000 of maintenance funding for Wonthaggi Secondary College – plus $865,000 in equity funding – and support for the Bass Coast Adult Education Centre.

“Our Regional Jobs and Infrastructure Fund is already supporting 245 projects and is an essential part of rebuilding regional Victoria after the cuts of the Liberal National Coalition,” Premier Daniel Andrews said.

“A Liberal National Coalition that claim to be ‘the party of the bush’ couldn’t be further from the truth. It was the Labor Government that in 2015-16 delivered the highest regional infrastructure investment on record.

“That included $151 million for regional school upgrades and the establishment of a new $200 million Regional Health Infrastructure Fund. That same budget delivered a massive $1.6 billion investment for regional roads and public transport, continuing Labor’s proud record in backing regional transport.

“Things are moving in regional Victoria despite being let down by a Federal Government that only invests 7.7 percent of its infrastructure spending in our state.”

Inverloch Lions help Poowong land sale mooted specialist school INVERLOCH and District Lions Club members presented $2000 to Bass Coast Specialist School at Wonthaggi on Friday.

The funds will help the school replace a school bus written off in an accident in Melbourne last year.

The insurance company covered the replacement

of the bus but funds are needed to replace the hydraulic wheel chair lifting device.

“On hearing of the need for this vital piece of lifting equipment, we are very pleased to make this contribution to the children of Bass Coast Specialist School,” Lions club vice president Dawn Rasmussen said.

A POOWONG reserve could be sold under a proposal by South Gippsland Shire Council.

Council will relinquish its role as committee of management role of the Crown land reserve at 21-25 Nyora Road.

This would enable the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning to sell the land on the open market.

The reserve was formally leased to Scouts Victoria but

this lease ended in 2010 and the reserve has been vacant since.

An adjoining landowner has been using the reserve for grazing and to store belongings.

“This use has caused concern to the local community and in the particular, the surrounding landowners, as the storage of materials is unsightly and potentially detrimental to the environmental value of the land,” a report to last Wednesday’s council meeting stated.

Cr Lorraine Brunt, of Poowong, told council, “It’s quite steep but it would make some lovely building blocks.”

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 13

Seniors ready to party LEONGATHA Senior Citizens Club’s 4pm.

The club is open for inspection on Tuesday 50th birthday anniversary is coming from noon until 4pm and Wednesday and Thursup.

Members are proposing many events to celebrate.

“We’ve got a lot going on at the moment,” club member Ian Rasmussen said.

On Tuesday, May 9 a silent auction will be held in the Dakers Centre in Leongatha.

From 9.30am until noon there will be many items, new and pre-loved, edible, plantable and playable up for grabs.

Devonshire tea will be served and bookings are appreciated. Entry is $5.

“Everyone is welcome to come in. Lots of fun is guaranteed,” Mr Rasmussen said.

Featured will be 50 years of photographs and historical records of the Leongatha Senior Citizens Centre.

Concert party costumes will also be on display and modelled.

The week of celebration continues with indoor bias bowls on Monday, May 8 from 1pm until

day from 1pm until 4pm.

On Friday the centre will be open for inspection from 10am until noon. From noon onwards a light luncheon will be available for $10 and bookings are essential.

From 1pm until 2.30pm musicians Dave Allan and Ron Soul will be performing.

The History of Leongatha Seniors book will be for sale, as well as a recipe book with old and new recipes each for $10.

Everyone is welcome and tea and coffee will be provided for just $3 entry.

Appreciation: Topsy Winkler (middle), president of the Leongatha Senior Citizens, presented musicians Vida and Eric Scott with a 50th birthday celebration award last Friday to say thank you for performing at the Daker Centre for more than 20 years.

South Gippsland Shire briefs Promote shire CR MEG Edwards suggested South Gippsland Shire Council could do more to attract new residents to the shire.

She said the recent Prom Coast Seachange Festival was a great promotional event for the lifestyle the shire offers and said council could do more to lure people now the Victorian Regional Living Expo was no longer being held in Melbourne. Council staff attended that expo to encourage newcomers to the shire.

an unused road at Mirboo North.

Formerly an unused part of Munros Road, the land is now freehold land owned by council.

Council will seek public comment on the proposal until May 30.

An adjoining landowner has asked council if they can buy the land.

Fraud watch

SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council staff and councillors are better prepared to deal with potentially fraudulent or corrupt conduct, after council adSaving towns opted a new policy last Wednesday.

PEOPLE from across the shire attended the April The policy will guide councillors, staff, volmeeting of the South Gippsland Towns Associa- unteers and contractors to avoid such conduct tions/District Associations Network at the Leon- and how to manage such situations. gatha Golf Club.

Changes include updated responsibilities for South Gippsland Shire Council facilitates four meetings of the association annually.

Guest speaker Leslie Smith, of Latrobe Community Health, spoke of developing the Gippsland Multicultural Strategic Plan.

Another speaker, John Henshall of Essential Economics, talked about helping small towns become resilient in the face of businesses closing and empty shops.

Off and racing SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council ensured farmers and their families had fun away from work by sponsoring a race at the Stony Creek Racing Club recently.

Sponsorship at the club’s family day was provided via a Dairy Assistance Grant and Cr Meg Edwards noted it was money well spent.

Emergency money CR ALYSON Skinner praised the organisers of the Tour de Tarwin event held at Venus Bay and Tarwin Lower on Easter Saturday.

Some 1500 people took part in the walk and cycle along the path from Venus Bay to Tarwin Lower, raising funds for the Venus Bay Community Emergency Response Team, Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club and Tarwin Lower Country Fire Authority.

“It has grown into a big Easter festival with a fun run for the first time this year,” she said.

“It was really heaving in Venus Bay.”

Lions raise bar CR AARON Brown praised the volunteers of the Korumburra Lions Club after attending the group’s 50th anniversary celebration recently.

He was impressed by some members receiving awards recognising 45 years of service to the community through Lions.

“It is something people of my age look up to,” the youngest South Gippsland Shire councillor said.

Fits the mould CR ANDREW McEwen was named the substitute councillor on South Gippsland Shire Council’s Active Retirees Advisory Committee.

Cr Lorraine Brunt noted he was the most senior councillor and an appropriate stand-in. The regular councillor is the munch younger Cr Jeremy Rich.

Land sale proposed SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council proposes to sell

those parties and alterations to satisfy Independent Broad based Anti-corruption Commission Act review requirements.

Mayor on show THE mayor and councillors of South Gippsland Shire Council have a new policy guiding their attendance at functions.

The policy ensures invitations to attend events do not pressure council to support a cause or project, and whether council could use the event as an opportunity for a media release.

New hire rules NEW terms and conditions apply to the hire of Leongatha Memorial Hall and Korumburra Community Meeting Room.

Users of both halls will now pay a deposit of 20 percent and have up to 14 days after their event to finalise payment.

South Gippsland Shire Council adopted the new terms and conditions last Wednesday.

$616m in assets SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council had more than $616 million worth of assets in 2016.

To ensure these assets are looked after, council has revised and adopted a new asset management policy and strategy.

The new documents reflect the new council staffing arrangement, and asset quantities and replacement values.

PAGE 14 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Regional representation SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Ray Argento is the only Gippsland mayor to be selected to be part of the Local Government Mayoral Advisory Panel.

He and other select Victorian mayors will advise Victorian Local Government Minister Natalie Hutchins on issues affecting councils.

Cr Argento attended the panel’s second meeting in Melbourne last Wednesday and was absent from council’s ordinary meeting.

Money’s tight some weeks, but it’s not like I’ve lost control.

Yanakie’s tourism reputation to rise YANAKIE’S reputation as a tourism destination is growing, after South Gippsland Shire Council approved a beer garden and live music at a business.

Prom Café Bakery will be extended to create a beer garden and a bigger verandah, with a liquor licence for the business and permission to offer live music. Seating for 100 people will be provided.

Cr Meg Edwards said, “There will be changes (for Yanakie) but we have to weigh up the benefit for Yanakie as well.”

She noted the expansion would offer more work and entertainment opportunities for local youngsters.

Cr Alyson Skinner said Yanakie was the gateway to Wilsons Promontory, and the expansion would complement existing businesses and benefit locals and tourists.

Council’s director development services Bryan Sword said the application was referred to council for a decision as six objections were received.

“The objections primarily related to adverse amenity impacts from live music and a liquor licence, and car parking concerns,” he said.

“Whilst it is acknowledged the proposed development could have amenity impacts if not controlled or restricted appropriately, council supported the proposal subject to appropriate conditions.”

Some conditions include a restriction on when live music can be played, the development of a security management plan and ensuring car parking spaces, access lanes, driveways and associated works and landscaping are finalised and maintained to standard before opening.

Bridge ready for replacement POWNEYS Road Bridge in Tarwin Lower will receive a much needed replacement after South Gippsland Shire Council secured Victorian Government funding for the $320,000 project.

Council has allocated $106,666 towards the project with a further $213,334 secured from the Victorian Government’s Local Roads to Market Fund.

The existing bridge is a temporary structure built in 1984 due to the washout of the previous crossing.

Due to the short term nature of the asset, the narrow bridge lacks safety barriers, guardrails and the concrete abutments do not have piled foundations.

The timber deck bridge is no longer suitable for dairy and cattle farmers using heavy vehicles and will be replaced with a 14 metre long concrete bridge.

The new structure will allow vehicles up to 68 tonne to use the bridge with a minimum lifespan of 100 years.

South Gippsland Shire Council’s manager engineering and assets John Moylan thanked the Victorian Government for supporting the project.

“We expect the replacement bridge will improve productivity and competitiveness of goods and services for local famers due to the enhanced transport route,” he said.

“As South Gippsland is one of the key dairy farming locations in Australia and beef farming has also become a major industry in the area, it is vital to implement projects such as the replacement of the Powneys Road Bridge to support the industry.”

The bridge will be constructed as part of council’s 2017-18 Capital Works Program and is expected to be completed by April 2018.

Yet ...

Medical boost BASS Coast Health has received $25,000 to conduct a feasibility study into options for after hours care at the new Phillip Island Medical and Health Hub.

Harm from gambling starts earlier than you think.

So learn the signs and get the tools to help you stay in check.

betcheck.vic.gov.au Authorised by the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation, Melbourne.

Flinders MP and Minister for Health Greg Hunt MP said the federally funded study would identify the best models of care for visitors and residents on Phillip Island.

“Lead agency Bass Coast Health will use this funding to investigate innovative models of care for after hours medical treatment,” he said.

“Bass Coast Health will consult with the community through an advisory panel to identify any gaps with the current after hours service and make recommendations for alternative delivery methods, based on successful approaches from around the country.”

Bass Coast Health CEO Jan Child said this was an important collaboration with the medical centre, Ambulance Victoria and the Primary Health Network, in better meeting the medical needs of Phillip Island residents.

“This will provide options for the best future service model to ensure health services meet the needs of the community,” she said.

Gippsland Primary Health Network awarded the funding to Bass Coast Health through its After Hours Small Grants program.

Construction of the hub is soon to start, with the facility expected to be operational in the first half of 2018.

The hub will provide a range of new health and medical services in a state of the art building.

It will become part of the Bass Coast Health network, and benefit from the service growth occurring at Wonthaggi Hospital in its journey to become a sub-regional hospital.

This will further expand the availability of health services to Phillip Island over time. ► Read more about the hub on page 16.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 15

Meeniyan hub gets support

By Sarah Vella SOME 30 people gathered in Meeniyan last Wednesday night to discuss the possibility of establishing a community hub in the town.

A committee has been formed to explore potential sites and prepare a proposal to be presented to the community later in the year.

If developed, the Meeniyan facility would be the tenth for South Gippsland.

Euan McCowan has stepped in as chair of the Meeniyan community hub committee and said while it would be a shame to see the town’s Uniting Church building lost, it is not a viable home for a community hub.

He said the group present at the meeting unanimously agreed the community could not afford the ongoing costs associated with the building.

“The suggestion from the meeting was the Uniting Church should compensate the community when it sells the building,” he said.

“The money received should go towards funding a community hub.”

A range of uses were discussed for a potential hub, including professional services rooms, a social activities space, short courses and training, an agency for Centrelink and Medicare, community internet access and a youth drop in centre.

“These are services residents currently have to go out town to access and the concern is the population of Meeniyan is an ageing one,” Mr McCowan said.

“The committee will investigate other sites in the town suitable for a community hub and the services it will offer and report back to the community.”

South Gippsland Shire Council councillor Andrew McEwen attended the meeting and said it had

Spreading the word: South Gippsland Shire Council deputy mayor Cr Maxine Kiel with one of four cameras council used at last Wednesday’s meeting during a test run of live Home needed: chair of the newly formed streaming. Council plans to broadcast the May 24 meeting via the internet.

Meeniyan community hub committee Euan McCowan said potential sites for the facility will be investigated. a “good feeling”.

“Viable communities need to have spaces people can meet and connect, so the concept of a community hub is tried and true,” he said.

“The question is if there are enough people wanting to make it happen, is there support in the community.”

Cr McEwen said council has a draft community plan, looking at developing a policy for social infrastructure.

“I am hopeful that will be endorsed by council in June,” he said.

Gippsland to get drug rehab THE State Government will provide $9.7 million to acquire land in Gippsland to build an up to 18 bed new residential drug rehabilitation facility.

Over the next 12 months, the government will consult with the local community to determine a suitable and appropriate sight.

Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing said, “Ice use continues to have a significant and terrible impact on Gippsland’s communities, workplaces, families and individuals.

“This investment will enable a local facility to be built for ice users to beat their addictions and for their families to get much needed support closer to home.

“To ensure this facility is located where it can make the greatest difference, we will work closely with Gippsland communities and organisations over the next year to find the most suitable site.”

Across Victoria, 30 new rehabilitation beds will be opened, supporting over 80 patients a year, as well as treatment places and counselling services for 3800 Victorian parents, working to reunite them with their children and loved ones.

The government will also provide 960 treatment places for people on community correction orders.

Recognising the impact of drugs has a disproportionate effect on Aboriginal communities, $14.1 million will employ 34 Aboriginal health workers.

The government will also invest $12.4 million to expand services for those transitioning in or out of alcohol or drug treatment, who may be at risk of overdose.

In Victoria last year, there were 257 overdose deaths from illicit drugs and many more from prescription drugs.

Council to go live

SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council plans to broadcast its first meeting via the internet this month.

The May 24 meeting will be streamed live to reach out to ratepayers unable to attend the 2pm meeting due to distance or time constraints.

Meeting footage will be archived for people to access from council’s website and view at their convenience.

Last Wednesday’s meeting was recorded as a trial and according to June Ernst, council’s corporate planning and council business coordinator, “As far as we can tell, so far it went okay.”

Ms Ernst monitors four cameras set up in the

middle of the council chamber to record councillors and a screen displaying the item of council business being debated.

By merely attending a council meeting, people are consenting to their image, voice and comments being recorded and broadcast.

Whenever misleading, defamatory or potentially inappropriate comments are made, the meeting chair or CEO Tim Tamlin can interrupt or order the termination of the recording.

Cr Lorraine Brunt made the most of her moment in the spotlight by quipping at last Wednesday’s council meeting, “I feel like I’m on television today.”

Recycling coup at Mirboo, Mossvale RESIDENTS and visitors are able to make sustainable choices when disposing of their litter in Mirboo North and at Mossvale Park now South Gippsland Shire Council has completed a public litter bin upgrade.

Materials that can be put in the new public place recycling bins include glass bottles and jars, rigid plastic bottles and containers, aluminium cans and items made from paper and cardboard, including disposable coffee cups.

The project was sponsored by the Keep Australia Beautiful Beverage Container Recycling Community Grants, funded by Coca-Cola.

Council’s waste management supervisor

Pete Roberts was pleased the new service could be offered in Mirboo North.

“This new service will help to reduce the amount of litter and waste sent to landfill each year and increase the recovery of recyclable packaging materials,” he said.

“Council would like to encourage our residents and visitors to use the service to its full potential by recycling as much as possible.”

Similar projects implemented in Leongatha in 2016 and in Korumburra in 2014 have been a great success. These projects are consistent with the aims and objectives of council’s Waste Management Strategy which supports projects that reduce waste sent to landfill and recover recyclable materials.

PAGE 16 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

From Pippin to Paris THE Wonthaggi Theatrical Group continues to support local young talent through the Gwen Derrick Youth Development Fund, affectionately known as the Gwennies.

Korumburra’s Tierney Lilleyman is the fourth recipient of the Gwennies fund, enabling her to embark on an amazing training opportunity.

Tierney, 22, has committed to a career as a makeup artist.

Her dedication is evident through her commitment to further study, completing a Diploma in Specialist Makeup Services, and also her pursuit of practical experience.

Tierney designed the incredible makeup effects and led the make up team for Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s Pippin.

This was her first work in the theatre arena, which led her to receiving a well deserved Gippsland Amateur Theatre award.

Providing funds to access education and development opportunities, the Gwennies were established in 2011 to help young people follow their creative dreams.

“There is often a negative stigma attached to following creative dreams; it’s seen as less important or less worthy than a more mainstream career. But the truth is without art, and beauty, and creativity, we would be miserable,” founder and benefactor Gwen Derrick said.

Tierny will travel to Nice, France, on May 19, where she will meet with her hair and makeup mentors.

The team of nine will spend 10 days touring through Europe, providing makeup at high profile global events including the Festival de Cannes and Monaco Grand Prix.

The opportunity will equip Tierney with experience

On the job: Tierney Lilleyman gained practical experience through local theatre productions. working in high end fashion events alongside talented and renowned hair and makeup stylists.

“This is the opportunity of a lifetime. I feel very excited and lucky to be going,” Tierney said.

President of Wonthaggi Theatrical Group Peter Hanley said the programs such as the Gwennies fund are extremely important.

“The Gwennies fund is aligned with Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s purpose to provide ongoing opportunity for the development of skills of young people from our community through all aspects of the performing arts,” he said.

Tierney’s story is a great example of how dreams can be reached through continued community support, hard work and determination.

Local company to help build Island health hub WONTHAGGI company TS Constructions has been announced as the successful tenderer for the construction of the eagerly awaited Bass Coast Health (BCH) Phillip Island Health Hub at Cowes.

getting this service up and running.”

With some community consultation already undertaken by BCH, more detailed consultation will continue over the next 12 months to ensure BCH delivers the right service profile when the hub opens in April 2018.

A community consultation group, to be called the Phillip Island Community Advisory Group, will work with the The local construction company was awarded the conboard and executive team at BCH to develop future sertract for the $6.5 million project last week, with building vices. due to start within the coming weeks to ensure the project The new group will add to the considerable input BCH remains on time and on budget. will continue to receive from other local groups such as TS Constructions director Trevor Bowler said the comPhillip Island Health and Medical Group, sporting clubs, pany was looking forward to working on the project.

Phillip Island Community and Learning, schools, and Pro“We’re extremely honoured and proud to be the builder bus, Rotary and Lions clubs. appointed for this important community project and assure This will ensure the collective voice of Phillip Island everyone a successful delivery,” he said. is brought into decision making about services that will be BCH CEO Jan Child said the hub was an important delivered from the health hub. part of Bass Coast Health’s strategy to improve health serAlso guiding these service options will be the soon to vices on Phillip Island. be unveiled sub-regional Clinical Services Plan, which in“We are extremely pleased to work with TS Construccorporates BCH and the South Gippsland health services tions to deliver this state of the art facility on time and on Leongatha, Korumburra and Foster. budget,” she said.

This report will focus on key principles that will en“TS Constructions has an excellent state wide and able these health services to expand services and reduce national reputation and it brings significant local skill and service gaps whilst always prioritising safety, quality and expertise. We couldn’t be more pleased to work with it on capability.

One of the first topics of discussion for the PICAG will be to brainstorm best practice models of care that might meet the 24 hour health needs of Phillip Islanders.

This will include development of services such as Hospital in the Home and telemedicine.

Anyone who would like to be involved in this next phase of consultation should contact jan. child@basscoasthealth. org.au or paul.greenhalGrand plan: an artist’s impressions of the interior of the Bass Coast gh@basscoasthealth.

Health Phillip Island Health Hub to be built by Wonthaggi firm TS Con- org.au, or phone 56713 209. structions.

Bass council’s call for cash BASS Coast Shire Council is urging the Federal Government to honour its promise to restore indexation to the Local Government Financial Assistance Grants payments in the upcoming 201718 Federal Budget.

Mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said the funds have played an important role in helping council provide services and infrastructure.

“The untied Financial Assistance Grants are an important part of our revenue base, allowing us to provide and maintain our community’s infrastructure services,”

she said.

“The Commonwealth’s decision in the 2014 Federal Budget to freeze indexation of this valued funding means Bass Coast has received a reduced level of Financial Assistance Grants for the past three years, putting a noticeable dent in our cash flow and impacting on the services we’re able to provide to our community.”

The government committed to restore indexation in this year’s Federal Budget and Cr Rothfield said council and the community will hold it to its promise.

“Politicians in Canberra must restore indexation of Federal Assistance Grants so that we can meet our community’s demand for services and provide the level and quality of service they deserve,” Cr Rothfield said.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 17

Potential for Phillip Island car ferry THE feasibility of a car ferry between Phillip Island and Stony Point on the Mornington Peninsula is under investigation with a tender to develop a business case for the project now open.

Earlier this year, Bass Coast Shire Council and Mornington Peninsula Shire agreed to participate in and contribute $25,000 to the Cowes to Stony Point car ferry infrastructure business case project – a joint $250,000 project between councils and Regional Development Victoria.

The business case will review the cost, requirement and viability of a car ferry between Stony Point and Phillip Island.

Bass Coast mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield was appointed chair of the project steering committee.

Cr Rothfield said investigation into the feasibility of a car ferry is supported by council’s Phillip Island and San Remo

Visitor Economy Strategy 2035 – Growing Tourism, and Destination Phillip Island’s Strategic Tourism Plan 2014-19.

There has been strong interest by a range of key stakeholders, such as Visit Victoria, Regional Development Victoria, Destination Phillip Island, Destination Gippsland, key tourism attraction on Phillip Island, Mornington Peninsula Shire and the Mornington Peninsula Regional Tourism Board, to continue to explore the viability of a car ferry.

At this stage, the councils have not committed to anything more than a business case and in the second half of 2017 will be asking the community for input as part of the process.

“There are a lot of factors to consider, including of course, an environmental impact study, before a decision is made, and it is important for our council to get involved in the project at an early stage so we can ensure our communities have

as much input as possible as the project progresses,” Cr Rothfield said.

Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor Cr Bev Colomb welcomed the opportunity to work with Bass Coast to develop the business case.

“The project is consistent with the shire’s Economic Development Strategy 2016-19 and the Mornington Peninsula Regional Tourism Board’s Destination Management Plan 2014,” she said.

“Our councils will have the opportunity to assess the recommendations of this project before any further decisions are made, and we will ensure our communities continue to have input throughout the process.”

Supporters suggest that a car ferry between Stony Point and Cowes will create an iconic coastal touring route.

Such a touring route incorporating the Great Ocean Road, the Mornington Peninsula, Phillip Island, mainland Bass Coast, Wilson’s Promontory and the Gippsland

Iconic crossing: the feasibility of a car ferry between Phillip and Stony Point, similar to the ferry pictured between Sorrento and Queenscliff, is being investigated. Photo: Facebook.

Lakes has the potential to boost both international and domestic visitation, including the winter season.

Interested applicants can find a link to the tender online at www.basscoast.vic. gov.au/tenders.

PAGE 18 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 19

Mum will look and feel superb Treat your mum THIS Mother’s Day treat your mum with natural skincare from LEONGATHA HEALTH FOODS, luscious nail colour at JAY DEEZ or glorious hair from JAMP HAIR STUDIO then finish with a divine fragrance by Estee Lauder from NAGELS AMCAL PHARMACY. Why not give mum a winter warming knit from NICKS or puffer jacket from INFLUENCE and help her step out in style with new season boots from INSIDE OUT CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR. Don’t forget the finishing touch from SHAGPILE with a sparkling new jewellery piece from their Mints range.

If mum adores home life, why not surprise her with stunning flowers from KORUMBURRA FLORIST or a new fragrance candle release “Florence” by Glasshouse from AW SMITH AND SONS GIFTS AND HOMEWARES. Perhaps your mum will love a friendship ball from SO-ME or give the gift that keeps on giving from BURRA GARDEN SUPPLIES. Whatever you do remember to show your mum how much she means to you this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14.

MUMS love to look good and the welcoming team at Shan’s Lingerie and Leisure in Leongatha are dedicated to pleasing every customer who walks through the door.

With Mother’s Day imminent, Shan’s has many present ideas for mothers, whatever their age and style.

A fashionable and practical range of sleepwear is in stock, with plum, teal, silver, lilac, purple and pink among the popular colours this season, in addition to an appealing selection of patterned fabrics.

There are nighties, pyjamas, dressing gowns and bed jackets that are light and warm.

Shan’s stocks the quality range of Possum Down clothing made in New Zealand from merino and possum fur.

“It’s light, warm and lasts forever,” Shan’s proprietor Shirleyanne Wright said.

The Possum Down day wear range includes vets, capes, shawls and unisex jumpers, and accessories include hats, scarves, gloves and shawls that reach to one’s knees.

For 22 years Shan’s has been selling the superb Tani range of clothing made from Austrian beech wood.

“It’s very comfortable, cool in summer and warm in winter,” Shirleyanne said.

“It’s like a second skin and they do everything from camisoles and t-shirts to tops, skivvies and briefs.”

Customers from as far as western Victoria have phoned through orders for Tani clothing.

Other clothing brands stocked include Black Pepper and Yvonne Black, catering for sizes eight through to 24, plus there is a broad range of everyday and special occasion underwear and hosiery from such reliable brands as Triumph, Berlei and Bendon.

Practical and elegant: Shirleyanne Wright (left) and Marion Pollock of Shan’s Lingerie and Leisure in Leongatha wear fabulous items by Possum Down.

Swimwear is sold year round, with some designs coming from Germany.

With 27 years’ experience in the industry, Shirleyanne knows what the women of South Gippsland and beyond desire in clothing.

Shan’s Lingerie and Leisure in Bair Street is open 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, and 9am to noon Saturday.

Postal orders and enquiries can be made by phoning 5662 2454.

PAGE 20 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

HEY MATE, DON’T FORGET

! y a D s r e h t Mo ’ Only

SHE’LL LOVE THESE BATTERY POWERED SHEARS

$

179

GRASS MERS TRIMMERS

179 $ 269 From

From

$

BLOWERS

+ FREE VAC KIT *

Marriott’s MPE Cnr Allison St & Sth Gippsland Hwy, Leongatha - Call 5662 2028 *On select models whilst stocks last.

From

HIGH PRESSURE CLEANERS

199

$

HEDGE TRIMMERS

From

299

$

Wonthaggi Motorcycles & Power Equipment 48-52 Inverloch Rd, Wonthaggi - Call 5672 3500

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 21

Reality bites: 1st Foster Cub Pack stands before an amphibious tank, a feature of Foster’s Anzac Day parade last Tuesday, April 25. The cubs are, back, from left, leaders Louise Anderson and Keith Armstrong, middle from left, Billy Boyd, Sage Anderson, Ripley Bravington, Zaine Shelcott, Tom Marriott and Benjamin Burgess, and front, Olivia Burgess, Multiple benefits: staying active and mixing with family and friends benefit your heart Skye Anderson and Jasmine Anderson. Photo courtesy of Ben Cooper. health.

Cubs honour Anzacs Keep your heart healthy FOSTER Cubs marched behind an amphibious tank during Foster’s Anzac Day parade last Tuesday, April 25.

The tank was a standout of the parade, organised by Foster RSL Sub-branch.

The 1st Foster Cub Pack has enjoyed a busy start to the year, enjoying such activities as swimming, canoeing and geocaching.

Most recently, the cub pack took part in a three night district camp at Koonwarra Recreation Reserve.

Foster, Leongatha, Korumburra, Yarram, Fish Creek, Mirboo North, Inverloch and Wonthaggi Scout groups wish to thank the Koonwarra Recreation Reserve Committee for its exemplary efforts in making the camp possible.

The venue proved wonderful and scouts were grateful that scouting returned to the site. The reserve was previously home to the now retired Koonwarra Scout and Guide troops.

The committee prepared the grounds beautifully and made bush trails safe for the children aged seven to 10 years.

The camp qualified the children to attend the once in a lifetime opportunity state camp – Cuboree - being held in October.

Dedicated reserve committee members include Dane Hawley, Bob Wylie, Malcolm Fletcher, Damian Minogue, Helen Wyhoon and David Wyhoon.

Should anyone wish to contact the committee to arrange to use the Koonwarra Recreation Reserve, contact Bob Wylie on 5664 2275 or Dane Hawley on 5664 2366.

The 1st Foster Cubs has more activities planned for the year including abseiling, hiking, pack sleepovers and performing arts.

Anyone with enquiries regarding joining the Foster Scout Group as a youth member or much needed support leader can contact Ben Cooper on 0427 822 977.

Youth focus: Flinders MP Greg Hunt chats with Newhaven College students, from left, Lily Johnstone, Kirby Fuller, Balin McKay and Fleur Timmins about the progress of works on new buildings at the college during a recent visit. Construction of new facilities for students in years 10 to 12 has begun after the school received a $1.4 million federal grant.

Children tackle marine debris STUDENTS across Gippsland region are on the frontline in tackling the serious issue of marine debris, thanks to Phillip Island Nature Parks and its Turn the Tide marine debris education program.

“This enquiry based student program engages and inspires students to take action at school, at home, and in their local communities,” Kim Dunstan, education coordinator with Phillip Island Nature Parks, said.

“Thanks to a $20,000 grant received through Sustainability Victoria’s Litter Innovation Fund in 2016, our education rangers have nearly completed stage one of the program by visiting four schools in the region so far, with one school still to visit in Term Two.” The first stage of the program establishes a benchmark of the students’ prior knowledge of the issue of marine debris through a questionnaire, followed by a waste audit and observation survey.

The ranger presentations include footage and images which are sometimes emotive, and use local connections to enable students to become motivated to change their behaviours.

Students are then introduced to the idea of developing their own conservation action plans which

can be implemented in their schools or local communities.

“Local beach and waterway monitoring and clean-ups, recycling, composting, nude food and the formation of school sustainability committees are just some of the action plan ideas the students have come up with so far,” Kim said.

Stage Two of the ‘Turn the Tide’ program includes an excursion to Phillip Island for students to take their classroom learning and ideas out into the field.

They will conduct marine debris surveys on island beaches and analyse their results. One of the highlights of the excursion is bound to be a trip on the EcoBoat out to Seal Rocks to see first-hand the effects of entanglements and marine debris on the natural environment.

A visit to the informative and interactive Antarctic Journey will allow the students to immerse themselves into the fragile habitats they are seeking to protect.

Implementation of their action plans is the final stage of the program.

“The grant we received through the Litter Innovation Fund allows us to fully fund our rangers to visit the schools, as well as the schools’ visits to Phillip Island including their transport, ride on the EcoBoat and entry to the Antarctic Journey,” Kim said.

THE best way look after your heart is good social support. Having a good social life with a healthy lifestyle, according to the with family and friends can help.

Depression is more than feeling sad or low. If Heart Foundation. you feel depressed for more than two weeks, talk During Heart Week, the foundation is urging to your doctor, a family member or someone you smokers to give up cigarettes as it is one of the know well. best things you can do to protect your heart.

To find out more, see the Heart Foundation Managing one’s blood cholesterol will also help. website: www.heartfoundation.org.au Cholesterol is a fatty substance carried in the blood. The body needs cholesterol to be healthy, but an imbalance of cholesterol in the blood can lead to a heart attack or stroke.

Eat healthily to reduce build up of bad cholesterol in the blood, which can lead to narrowing of arteries.

If your blood pressure is too high, have it treated by a medical team and also closely watch diabetes if applicable.

Regular, moderate physical activity is great for your heart health. It’s never too late to start and get the benefits. It’s also important to sit less during your day and break up your sitting time.

Maintaining a healthy weight can reduce the risk of heart disease and other health problems. It can help to know your body mass index and waist measurements and what these mean.

Eating a varied diet of healthy foods can help with your weight, blood pressure and cholesterol.

There are also specific changes you can make to your diet to help prevent heart disease, such as eating less salt to reduce blood pressure, replace unhealthy fats with healthy fats and limit alcohol.

The Heart Foundation also notes there is a greater risk of heart disease for people who have depression, are socially isolated or do not have

PAGE 22 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Packed house at Meeniyan THE Meeniyan community showed its Anzac spirit last Tuesday, by turning out en masse for the commemoration ceremony, despite the wet weather.

Meeniyan and District RSL president Heather Scott said since 1860, nearly two million Australians have served in war, conflicts and peace keeping operations.

Ms Scott said this year marks the 100th anniversary of the third battle of Ypres, a costly offensive which ended with the capture of Passchendaele village.

“This year is also the 75th anniversary of the fall of Singapore in World War Two,” she said.

“The allied forces surrendered to the Japanese in February 1942 and 15,000 Australian troops were taken prisoner.”

Ms Scott said in the days after the surrender, the prisoners were moved to Changi and some were then sent out to other camps including the Burma – Thailand railway.

Lieutenant Commander Jane Bourke from the Royal Australian Navy was the special guest speaker at the Meeniyan service.

LC Bourke has been in the navy for 26 years and is now the inaugural officer in charge of the newly established ADF Training Systems School.

LC Bourke and her husband Tim have a weekend property in Koonwarra.

Remember them: father and daughter team Laurie and Kaetche Park proudly rode in Meeniyan’s Anzac Day march, to represent the Australian Light Horse.

Any weather: the marchers took to the street in Meeniyan on Anzac Day under threatening skies, led by local flag bearers.

Music: South Gippsland Shire Brass Band members from left, Greg Wright, Graeme Heath, Neville Drummond, Paul Stampton and Ralph Christensen performed at the Leongatha Anzac service on Tuesday, April 25.

Leongatha honours heroes THE Leongatha community remembered past servicemen at the Anzac Day ceremony on Tuesday, April 25.

The South Gippsland Shire Brass Band led the march along McCartin Street, joined by representatives of service clubs and members of HMAS Cerberus towards the cenotaph for a minute’s silence and the laying of wreaths.

School students, scouts, girl guides, RSL members, current and former service men and women, Salvation Army members and other

groups also marched.

The community was then invited to a service inside the Leongatha Memorial Hall where the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band performed along with local singer Janie Gordon.

All guests were given a program that included the honour roll of all World War One enlistees from the region.

Leongatha Secondary College students Georgia Edwards and Tom Brew preformed a reading at the service.

Paying respect: from left, Petty Officer Ian Potter (retired), Mirboo North RSL president Lt. Col Rick Elliot (retired), Flight Lieutenant Adon Lumley and South Gippsland Shire Council deputy mayor Cr Maxine Kiel at Mirboo North’s Anzac Day service last Tuesday.

Mirboo North remembers THE Mirboo North community commemorated the brave service of the men and women who have fought and who continue to fight for their country last Tuesday.

Anzac Day is the anniversary of the landing

by Australian and New Zealand soldiers at Gallipoli in 1915.

South Gippsland Shire Council deputy mayor Commemoration: South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Ray Argento, Citizen of the Cr Maxine Kiel said the day was one of the most Year Bev Hanily and Cr Don Hill at the Leongatha Anzac Commemoration Service on Tues- significant events on the national calendar.

“It is a day when we remember all Australians day, April 25.

who have served and died in war,” she said.

Guest speaker Flight Lieutenant Adon Lumley from the Royal Australian Air Force said the word ‘Anzac’ has transcended its physical meaning, to become something that embodies the Australian qualities of sacrifice, mateship and a fair go.

“We do not commemorate Anzac day to glorify war. War is not a thing to be celebrated,” he said.

“Today we remember the spirit of Anzac, forged on the beaches of Gallipoli that has passed from generation to generation of Australian service personnel.”

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 23

Official parade: veterans and RSL members proudly marched in Inverloch’s Anzac Day march along A’Beckett Street to the cenotaph last Tuesday, April 25.

Nurse’s story moves Inverloch THE terrors endured by Australian nurse Vivian Bullwinkel at the hands of the Japanese during World War Two were shared at Inverloch’s Anzac Day service last Tuesday (April 25).

Stirring sound: Navy veteran Eric Cross played The Last Post at Inverloch’s Anzac Day service. He is before the cenotaph covered in poppies made by the Inverloch community.

Guest speaker Tessa Sydenham of Inverloch spoke about Sister Bullwinkel surviving a massacre of nurses in the sea off Banka Island in 1942. Despite being shot, she hid on the island before surrendering to the Japanese.

She survived the war and later told of the events on the island’s Radji Beach.

Reading Sister Bullwinkel’s diary, Tessa, a Wonthaggi Secondary College student, said, “I told myself I had to survive, and that I had to tell my story, for without me, my friends would be forgotten, and just another wartime statistic.”

Simone van Gaalen of The Wonthaggi Salvation Army gave a stirring rendition of Amazing Grace, joined by pianist Shirley Burchett, and We’ll Meet Again.

The service featured performances

by Wonthaggi U3A choir, and singing of The Last Anzac by Inverloch-Kongwak Primary School choir. School

captains Abbey Dwyer and Sebastian Toomey read The Anzac Requiem.

The crowd watched veterans, scouts, emergency services personnel and a catafalque party from HMAS Cerberus march down A’Beckett Street to the cenotaph, decorated with poppies by the Inverloch community.

Navy veteran bugler Eric Cross play The Last Post, and the national anthems of New Zealand and Australia were sung.

The crowd later joined members of the Inverloch RSL Sub-branch, who organised the service, at the RSL clubrooms for lunch.

Naval history recounted in Korumburra DESPITE the gloomy weather, the Korumburra Scout Hall was full with people wishing to pay their respects to local war heroes on Anzac Day.

Paying respects: back from left, Korumburra RSL welfare officer Perry Neil, vice president Neil Dunn, president Kevin Moon and committee member Hugh Hendry invited Poowong’s Indigo (front, left) and Savannah Foster to lay a wreath at the Korumburra RSL’s Anzac Day service.

A large crowd turned out for the dawn service at 6am, which was followed by a more intimate service at 10.30am.

The guest speaker on the day was Neil Dunn – a navy veteran and the current Korumburra RSL vice president.

Mr Dunn is a former petty officer of submarines. However, instead of reflecting on his service, Mr Dunn recounted the contribution submarines made in World War One. “The contribution of submarines in the Gallipoli campaign is a seldom told story,” he said.

In March, 1914, a journey was made from the United Kingdom to Sydney in a submarine. The journey took 83 days – 60 of which were spent submerged. It was the longest journey in a submarine at that time.

They arrived in Sydney in May, but it wasn’t long before war broke out. On April 25, 1915, Australian and New Zealand troops were landing in Gallipoli. At that time, the Australian Navy was also breaking through enemy lines.

“It’s 102 years on and the Anzac Spirit still remains, and rightly so,” he said.

Wreaths were laid by the Korumburra RSL, ladies auxiliary, Legacy, CWA, CFA and the community.

The 2nd Korumburra Scouts were on deck at Korum-

burra Primary School, and served breakfast to more than 300 people.

Remembering: from left, Krowera’s Emanuel Licitra and Korumburra mother and son Helen Maguire and Simon Van Der Craats attended Korumburra’s Anzac Day service. Simon has served 17 years in the army, serving in the likes of Afghanistan, Solomon Islands, Timor and Iraq. Helen is the daughter of World War One veteran Thomas Thomas of Krowera.

Wonthaggi shows Anzac spirit THE Wonthaggi RSL was impressed with the turnout to the Anzac Day services last Tuesday, April 25.

Big moment: former radar operator and Wonthaggi local Wyn Kelly (centre) participated in the Wonthaggi Anzac Day march for the first time this year.

She is pictured with her family, from left, Bridget and Fergus O’Keefe, and Anne and Pat Kelly.

Some 500 people attended the dawn service in the rain, held at the cenotaph.

The service was followed by a gunfire breakfast at the RSL hall, and again the RSL was pleased by the community support.

“We were surprised at how strong the turnout was, given the weather. It just goes to show Wonthaggi’s community spirit,” Wonthaggi RSL’s Mark Stephenson said.

The march was led by the Wonthaggi Citizens’ Band, and featured the CFA, SES, scouts, guides, veterans and community members, was held at 9.45am, and preceded the mid morning service.

The march began in Graham Street and wove its way to the cenotaph.

Among the marchers was Wonthaggi’s Wyn Kelly, participating in the march for the first time. Mrs Kelly served as a radar operator at just 16 years old. Her husband John Kelly was in the British Navy.

A service was also conducted at the Wonthaggi Motocross Track, as requested by the motorcycle club.

“The juniors were practicing, so the club asked we do a service.

We conducted the service over the PA system, which created atmosphere,” Mr Stephenson said.

“We are appreciative of the club for asking us along, and we hope we can do something similar next year.”

United: from left, Wonthaggi’s Brent Renehan, Leit Rivers, Hayden Renehan, Taya Renehan, Seth Renehan and Jack Renehan marched in Wonthaggi on Anzac yesterday. Brent is wearing is father’s medals from Vietnam, Leit is wearing his grandfather’s World War Two and Vietnam medals, Hayden is wearing his great, great, great, grandfather’s World War One medals, and Seth is wearing his great, great grandfather’s World War Two medals. Taya and Jack are wearing replicas of the family medals.

PAGE 24 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Leongatha Girl Guides needs volunteers LEONGATHA Girl Guides group is in desperate need of volunteers to help run the unit.

Please help: Leongatha Girl Guides is calling for more volunteers. Back, from left, Ayla Jones, CharlieRose Graham-Cross, Pheobe Helps, Olivia Helps, Erica Begg, Kaydee Jones, Savannah Interlandi, Rubyann Kuffer and Charlotte Cashin, and front from left, Erin Dooley and Georgia Lawry.

A junior guide unit runs with 11 active members who are enthusiastic, fun loving and friendly, however, the unit needs new leaders or helpers to keep running and hopefully expand numbers.

Girl Guides is an ethics based organisation that strives to enable girls to become active community leaders of the future. Guides challenges girls to be the best they can be.

Being a Girl Guide volunteer is

rewarding and a great way to learn new skills. Girl Guides has a training program for all new leaders that supports and develops the skills needed to develop and run a varied and worthwhile program.

All volunteer costs are covered by Girl Guides.

If you are interested in becoming a Girl Guide leader or unit helper or you think you could help out in some other way, then contact district manager Chris Oliver (coliver@guidesvic.org.au) or region manager Sue Viney (sviney@ guidesvic.org.au).

Come and join the fun.

Council puts seniors first A NEW plan by South Gippsland Shire Council will help older residents get more out of life in the region.

Community role: Leongatha Girl Guides took part in last Tuesday’s Anzac Day parade in Leongatha.

Is your child ready for kindergarten in 2018?

THE enrolment period for funded fouryear-old kindergarten in 2018 is now open.

If you have a child who will be ready for kindergarten next year you can sign them up via the centralised enrolment process.

Centralised enrolment was introduced last year to help minimise the administrative burden on service providers and to streamline the placement process for parents.

All funded kindergartens in South Gippsland are involved in centralised enrolment, which is coordinated by South Gippsland Shire Council.

Parents or guardians simply need to register their child via the enrolment website and nominate their top three kindergarten preferences before June 30, 2017.

Children will then be allocated into kindergarten programs in accordance with State Government Priority of Access guidelines. Where demand for a program exceeds the number of places available, a waitlist will be created in partnership with kindergarten service providers.

“Last year was our first year operating a centralised enrolment system and we were very pleased with the results,” said Shelley Fix-

Council last Wednesday endorsed its plan, An Age-friendly South Gippsland 2017-2021 – promoting active ageing in our community.

The strategy will help minimise social isolation by promoting events, and offering seniors discounts to events and services.

Training programs will be offered to encourage volunteering, and new aged care facilities will be close to services, with adequate footpaths and rest stops.

The plan ensures policies, services and buildings are designed to help people age actively, and was informed through 330 people responding to council via survey, community consultation, workshops or individual discussions.

Cr Jeremy Rich told council last Wednesday, “We are likely to attract more

people in the aged community.”

Figures back that claim, with South Gippsland having a higher percentage of people aged 55 and over than Victoria, with 37.5 percent compared to the state average of 30.9 percent.

By 2036, 39.2 percent of South Gippslanders will fall into the age group.

Older residents told council South Gippsland appealed because of the friendly people, rural setting, proximity to family, climate and relaxed lifestyle.

Council’s social planning officer Vicki Bradley said, “The plan aims to promote active ageing by removing barriers people encounter as they grow older.

“We envisage the plan will strengthen and build effective partnerships between local agencies, levels of government and the community to support our older residents. “ The plan can be viewed on council’s website at www.southgippsland.vic.gov. au/activeageing. Further consultation will occur to develop the implementation plan.

Mayor’s message Cr Ray Argento IT’S good to see the Anzac spirit is alive and well in South Gippsland.

There were many commemorative services throughout our shire, despite the rain, and once again the crowds didn’t disappoint.

Don’t forget: Piper and Sophia have fun at kindergarten. South Gippsland Shire Council is now reminding parents enrolments for funded four-year-old kindergarten in 2018 are now being taken. ter, council’s community services project officer.

“It helped us to ensure the maximum number of children were able to receive their preferred kindergarten preferences through an equitable process.

“Knowing how many children required kindergarten services, and from which locations, also helped us to plan for the future by providing us with data that we can use to apply for additional funded

kindergarten places.”

There are currently 10 funded kindergartens operating in the South Gippsland region, each offering a mix of services.

Some offer before or after care services.

“Kindergarten is so important in encouraging childhood development,” Ms Fixter said.

“The programs offered give children a chance to solve problems, communicate and have fun.

We hope many parents

will look at the opportunities kindergartens present and start their enrolment process today.”

Kindergarten enrolments can be completed online at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/centralenrolment. Hard copy enrolment forms can be collected from council, local libraries and maternal and child health centres.

The enrolment period for 2018 four year old funded kindergarten closes on June 30, 2017.

From all corners of our shire, the young and old, and everyone in between, people came together as a mark of respect to honour those that have fallen.

It’s always such a proud and sad moment to see the myriad of local family names featured on cenotaphs and in community halls.

The contribution South Gippslanders made in the battles should not be understated. All too often during these services we hear the term ‘in recognition of the fallen’, yet those who gave the ultimate sacrifice are, to this day, still holding up the values and principles we honour so much in today’s society.

Their legacy and contribution still carries whilst we acknowledge anniversaries of battles long gone.

Along with the many community groups, including scouts, guides and our emergency volunteers, that marched with pride in support of our veterans and those still serving, the work of our local Returned Services League (RSL) branches must be acknowledged. They operate with a simple goal – to ensure all current and former Australian Defence Force personnel and their families in need of help get the support they need.

The RSL is the backbone behind organising events for Anzac Day. Thank you

and congratulations to all who work behind the scenes to support the day to ensure it runs as smoothly as possible.

I recently also had the fortune to visit another group of dedicated individuals who had seen the need to help local producers by instigating a farmers cooperative known as the Prom Coast Food Co-op (PCFC).

This group aids in the facilitation of the sale of home-grown produce from paddock to plate via a single website.

The PCFC has been able to create a hub for consumers who have pre-ordered products from registered local producers, meeting initially once a month at Blue Tree Honey Farm in Dumbalk.

Consumers can collect their prepaid produce from cheeses to sourdough bread and much more.

PCFC members believe their new method of selling has great potential and lasting impacts for Gippsland producers.

Congratulations to the founders of such a great initiative.

I recommend you check out the PCFC website and support our local producers.

And finally, businesses are gearing up for the Gippsland Business Awards and if you know of a local business making an outstanding contribution to our community and economy, I encourage you to nominate them.

The Gippsland Business Awards have been celebrating the achievements of Gippsland business for more than 20 years. All of the information you need is on the awards website at www.gba. org.au.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 25

STAR Real

THE GREAT SOUTHERN STAR

Quiet court living Page 26

Leongatha

PAGE 26 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

STAR Real

ADVERTISING FEATURE

Huge family home in quiet location T

HIS huge family home has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, the master with ensuite and walk in robe, three living areas and a study nook off the kitchen.

It is perfect for a growing family or a family with teenagers who can enjoy their own space to watch movies, play games or relax.

With lots of street appeal, this is a very attractive home that is also light and bright on the inside.

At the front of the house is a double car garage

GJG2190011

Welcome home.

Wednesday 12noon - 3pm and Saturday 2pm - 4.30pm or by appointment 5952 2150 113-115 Parr Street, Leongatha

with remote access that gives you internal access to the house.

On a good size 785 square metre block there is plenty of space for the children to play, or to create that perfect outdoor entertaining area you have been dreaming of.

This home is sure to impress, it is in a great location at the end of a quiet court and would make the perfect family home. This home is currently rented out at $360 per week.

Please contact Jean O’Loughlin on 0417 805 312 to arrange now. g an inspection p

LEONGATHA 2 Lapin Court Elders Real Estate Leongatha 5662 3523

$410,000

4

2

2

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 27

STAR Real

ADVERTISING FEATURE

Grazing property T

HIS superb rural property located on 140 acres with a classic period home is now being offered for sale.

This property has long been established in the area and on a bitumen road frontage is only 10.2 kilometres from the main township of Leongatha.

The original homestead would be more than 100 years old and has now been tastefully renovated but still retains the classic period features.

Comprising three generous bedrooms, two still have the original fireplaces.

An open plan living area with large sliding doors leading onto to the veranda and take in the uninterrupted rural views.

The features of this property include a separate dining area, large solid wood heater, reverse cycle air conditioner, ceiling roses and fret work.

There is a new double garage with remote access

on one side close to the home.

The outside infrastructure consists of new stock yards and cattle race, new machinery shed 36’ by 60’ with concrete floor and power, original hay shed.

The old chook house is still in good order and is located centrally to the orchard and veggie patch.

An easy to manage property offers ideal grazing country and has been very well looked after with good fencing.

Pastures are gently undulating and are divided into seven paddocks with four dams, two of these paddocks watered by troughs from a header tank.

The property provides excellent shelter for cattle with 40 acres of natural bush which is completely fenced.

This truly unique property has everything you could want for making that ‘tree change’ to the country to enjoy a peaceful lifestyle amongst the extensive wildlife.

NERRENA 970 Nerrena Road Landmark Harcourts Leongatha Kellie Thomas 0438 647 449

P.O.A.

3

1

2

PAGE 28 - “THE STAR� Tuesday, May 2, 2017

STAR Real

ADVERTISING FEATURE

Escape to the country L

OOKING to escape the hustle and bustle?

Ever wanted to live with no power bills, no water bills and no neighbours?

Then look no further.

This cleverly designed north facing home complete with a fully automated (off grid) solar system and 17 peaceful acres is waiting for you.

Prefectly situated this home is just three kilometres from Tarwin Lower and an easy 15 minute drive to the beaches at Walkerville or Venus Bay. The home is open plan living along with study/ rumpus room and two large bedrooms.

The master bedroom comes complete with a walk in robe and dual access to the family bathroom.

The home also features, double glazed windows, wood heating, ceiling fans, a gas oven, hot water and a double carport.

Outside you can enjoy the decks for entertaining or relaxing, take a walk along the established walking tracks in your own private bush land or

get stuck into some gardening with ample space to cultivate and enjoy.

This property with its bush tracks would also suit horse riding or biking.

There is secondary shedding alongside an old style camp hut which offers loads of potential as a weekender for visitors or extended stays during holiday times.

For more information please contact Peter Bellingham or Irene Walker at SEJ Real Estate Leongatha.

Inspections are strictly by appointment.

TARWIN LOWER Call for location SEJ Real Estate Leongatha 5662 4033

$449,000

2

1

2

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 29

STAR Real

ADVERTISING FEATURE

LEONGATHA 9 Parkside Close Alex Scott and Staff Leongatha 5662 0922

$439,000

4

2

2

Ideal location P

ARKSIDE Close is one of Leongatha’s favourite addresses, and it’s easy to see why.

This generous flat block and modern build in an attractive court location ticks the boxes for family living.

This home is approximately nine years old and offers loads of generous living spaces.

The home has four bedrooms, including a

master with an ensuite, a separate study, a large lounge which goes through to a spacious tiled kitchen/dining/living area which will give the whole family plenty of room to spread out and enjoy.

There is a double garage with internal access via the study, and enough room alongside for vehicle access to the backyard.

It is a big modern home in a great location.

Come and park your family here.

PAGE 30 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

STAR Real

ADVERTISING FEATURE

Pure class T

HIS very attractive architecturally designed home is packed full of quality fittings and ideas and would be right at home on grand design.

The home consists of four good sized bedrooms plus a study all with fans and built in robes with the master boasting an extra deep no screen shower recess and separate toilet.

The hub of the home is a light, open living area that combines the kitchen, dining and lounge and offers direct access to the magnificent covered outdoor living area.

The kitchen is just full of quality features including concrete bench tops that compliment the superb

LEONGATHA 24 Carr Avenue Stockdale and Leggo Leongatha 5662 5800

$675,000

4

2

2

polished concrete floor, butler’s pantry, a huge 900 millimetre stove, designer sink, and taps and door servery to the outdoor living.

There is a second living area that allows access to the outdoor area.

The bathroom and laundry have the works with the bathroom boasting a extra deep bath, huge no screen shower, large vanity and mirror, while the laundry has heaps of cupboards and also incorporates a huge separate storage room.

Externally there is a double garage with direct access into the home and also has car access through to the backyard and lock up shed or workshop.

This home has heaps of extras and design highlights and is well worth an inspection.

“THE STAR� Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 31

STAR Real

ADVERTISING FEATURE

Unmistakable quality A

N impressive property comprising custom built residence with high quality construction that beautifully balances grandeur with contemporary living to create a prestigious, yet relaxed family environment.

A mix of four casual and formal living areas include a large step down formal lounge with solid fuel heater and bay window directly off the main entry.

A spacious open plan living room includes a beautiful black wood kitchen with a recessed window outlook over the backyard, the central sitting area and the French doors off the dining section leading straight out to an outdoor entertaining area.

A well thought out design includes a third living area, an attractive smaller TV/sitting/playroom through double doors off the family room.

The fourth separate living zone is a massive upstairs rumpus room, a unique design with angled roofline and rich spotted gum flooring.

This room has seen many uses in the past including studio, children’s playroom and gym.

Bedrooms are also impressive, the main suite to one end of the home incorporating separate sitting area/study, ensuite, spacious walk in robe and beautiful bay window in the bedroom.

The other bedrooms are all queen size.

Quality finishes to the home include custom made curtains and blinds, ornate cornices, gleaming parquetry flooring in high traffic areas, leadlight features and floor heating in both bathrooms.

A double garage with direct access into the home and extensive paving provide parking for multiple vehicles.

Set on approximately 2/3 acres, in a popular tree lined court location so close to the local schools and within easy walking distance to the town centre, inspection is highly recommended appreciating all the many extras on offer.

LEONGATHA 10 Louise Simon Court Insight Real Estate Leongatha 5662 2220

$640,000

4

2

2

ALEXSCOTT.COM.AU

FOR SALE

Expressions of Interest closing Friday May 26th 2017 at 4pm.

5520 & 5450 Bass Highway, Inverloch 835 ACRES/337.5 HECTARES 5 TITLES - UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY POTENTIAL PLUS

CONTACT INVERLOCH: - . / 0 1 02 3 4 . 0 5/5 . 0

INVERLOCH OFFICE 7 a’Beckett Street 03 5674 1111

ALE5310156

As a whole or parts thereof

!

" #

$

" %

! & %

'

(

)$*+, ! "

PAGE 32 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Waterside fun: residents of Wonthaggi’s Rose Lodge, front from left, Mary Florrimell, Len Witherden, Nell Dennis, Bernie Winter, Alison Brooks and Geoffrey Ward, and back, Ralf Heusserer, and volunteers Ian Kent, Alan Lowe and David Walsh enjoyed their fishing trip to Tarwin Lower.

Seniors relax by Tarwin River RESIDENTS of Wonthaggi’s Rose Lodge Aged Care enjoyed their annual fishing trip to the Tarwin River at Tarwin Lower recently.

The event was organised by local community members and David Walsh, proprietor of Rod Bending’s World of Fishing at Inverloch, provided fishing rods, tackle and bait.

Volunteers Ian Kent and Allan Lowe provided freshly caught bass yabbies and baited everyone’s lines, while head chef Shannon Burns cooked up a storm on the barbecue.

Residents swapped fishing yarns as they reminisced about past fishing experiences and the hundreds of fish they caught before the days of bag limits.

The morning delivered lots of bites and finally Len Witherden was the first to catch a fish - a very undersized but beautiful bream.

Mary Florrimell was fisherwomen of the day after catching two mullet and Nell Dennis caught one mullet, showing it was ladies luck or skill as the ladies outperformed the catchless men, although Ian Kent, David Walsh, Geoffery Ward and Ralf Heussererall caught some toadies.

VIOLET Elizabeth Stuckey was born on April 24 at Leongatha Hospital.

Violet is another daughter for Glyn and Anna of Korumburra and a sister for Sian, 10, Henry, 4, and Mariette, nearly two years old.

Milpara Community House news DUE to popular demand our Chinese Dumpling class is full for this Friday but we have opened up another workshop of Friday, May 19.

Next week is a special week for Milpara as we celebrate Neighbourhood House Week, May 8 to 14. We have a number free come and try sessions and information sessions planned throughout the week.

Learn to organise your digital photos on Monday, May 8. This session will include transferring your photos from your phone or camera onto your computer, and learning to create folders so you can store your

photos and find them again.

On Tuesday, May 9 we have an information session on wills and power of attorney, retirement and aged care accommodation information session.

On Wednesday there is a free information session called Money. Come and Learn - helpful tips and useful tools. A financial counsellor will also be available for questions. A light lunch will be provided. Then stay and try our Social Singing group.

On Thursday, May 11 come try our Creative Writing Class in the morning. In the afternoon we have home produce cooking. We’ll be transforming fresh produce into

yummy food and will include afternoon tea.

On Friday, May 12 come and try a session with our Korumburra Playgroup that meets weekly on Friday mornings during school terms.

Bookings are required for all activities.

Coinciding with Neighbourhood House Week is Volunteer Week. Volunteers play a huge part at Milpara Community House, fulfilling many different roles.

With the support of volunteers we are able to offer such a dynamic service to our community and we are incredibly grateful for the hours and dedication they put in.

JETT James Cope was born on April 20 at Leongatha Hospital. Jett is the second son for Shaun and Sharna of Meeniyan and a brother for Trey, nearly two years old.

Mayor’s message Cr Pamela Rothfield

IT’S been another busy week at council.

Just as the winter weather kicked in, so did the winter sports. I had a wonderful day at both the official opening of the Wonthaggi Netball Courts, followed by the opening the soccer season in Newhaven.

The Phillip Island Soccer Club has received the great news of a $100,000 grant from the State Government for new lighting at the Newhaven Recreation Reserve, along with a $65,000 commitment from council.

I was delighted to witness the exuberance of the children on their opening day, but more delighted to know the new lighting will means they will be able to play and train after school during the winter evenings.

I also attended the soft opening of the inaugural Literary Festival of Phil-

lip Island (which will take place from June 9 to 11), held by The Island Story Gatherers Inc; a passionate group of people who are themselves, wonderful story tellers.

This event will be something to look forward to every year as it grows and flourishes. It is exactly what we are encouraging as part of the Phillip Island and San Remo Visitor Economy Strategy 2035, by establishing new events to attract visitors outside the peak tourist season.

Conjuring up an imaging of a cold winters day, complete with a hot mug of chocolate in hand, relaxing in comfort, listening to story tellers – I can’t wait!

It’s also been a big news week for tourism in Bass Coast. We, along with Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, have officially gone out to tender for

the Cowes to Stony Point Car Ferry Infrastructure Business Case Project, and there have also been early discussions for the potential of a cancer clinic focussing on medical tourism on Phillip Island. Very early days yet, but watch this space!

And finally, after hours upon hours of time and dedication from community members, council staff and councillors, we have now released our draft Council Plan 2017-21 and draft Annual Budget 2017-18 for submissions.

You can read them online at www. basscoast.vic.gov.au/abetterbasscoast, or at any of our customer service centres.

We asked the community what they wanted us to achieve over the next four years, and now we want to make sure we’ve got it right. I’m looking forward to seeing what our community members have to say!

Caring for the carers GIPPSLAND Carers Association works to support family carers of people with disabilities, aged frailty, chronic or mental illness.

Gippsland Carers free service includes information, support, advocacy, links to services and a sympathetic,

non-judgemental ear for carers of family or friends.

The drop in centre at Carers Place, 185 Commercial Road, Morwell is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am until 3pm.

A carer mentor is also available to come to people if they are unable to come to the office. Support groups are run across Gippsland and the associa-

tion can put carers in touch with one.

A carer support group in Morwell meets from 10am till noon on the first Wednesday of each month except January, at the ‘Rose Garden room’ A carer support group in Warragul meets at Warragul Regional Library, Victoria Street, Warragul from 10am until noon on the fourth Wednesday of each month, except December.

EDWINA Anne Allan was born to Luke Allan and Philippa Farr of Harmers Haven, at Bass Coast Health on March 13. She is a sister for Millicent.

CHARLI Ester Lorraine Jansson was born at Greenslopes Private Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, on April 21 to Kelly, Nic Jansson, and is a sister for Felix, 4.

Charli is another precious grandchild for Sheryl and Grant Hosking of Mirboo. Kelly is their daughter and attended Dumbalk Primary School and Leongatha Secondary College.

Right, SAVANNAH Lily Lamers was born to Tegan and Mark Lamers of Wonthaggi at Bass Coast Health on March 29. She is a sister for Lucas.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 33

The Good Life

Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment

Guys and Dolls opens Friday WITH the expectation of sell out shows, students and staff involved in Newhaven College’s production Guys and Dolls have only a few more sleeps until opening night, this Friday, May 5.

The cast is planning to knock your socks off with an energetic, funny, warm, sparkling performance.

Originating from a series of short stories by Damon Runyon, the script’s unique and quirky dialogue is based on the sharp tongued streetwise one liners of the New York West Side that set the pattern for the great American ‘wise crack’ comedians of the 1940s through to the present.

The cartoon like dimensions of the characters and settings create an irresistible medium on all levels of stage interpretation.

This production is about showcasing the tremendous depth of talent at Newhaven College, and audiences are guaranteed not to be disappointed.

To find out more about the cast, follow Ne-

whaven College’s Facebook page.

The students have been rehearsing in an extremely limited time frame. Up to opening night they have had only 63 hours to learn music, choreography, blocking, character, to fit costumes, rehearse and refine; a seemingly infinite number of tasks in a finite timeframe.

Guys and Dolls is a classic piece of musical theatre that’s all about fun. Please come along, ready to sit back, relax, and enjoy Newhaven College’s major production for 2017.

Final tickets are on sale now for Guys and Dolls. See any, or all, of the four performances at the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre from Friday, May 5 to Sunday, May 7.

Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 concession, and can be purchased at www.newhavencol.vic. edu.au .

Follow the link from Upcoming Events. Online ticket sales close at 3pm on Friday, May 5.

Tickets may also be purchased at the theatre from Don’t miss it: Benny Southstreet (Noah one hour prior to each show.

Friday and Saturday night are almost sold out, Lugt-Cole), Nathan Detroit (Byron Scothern) so book today to get the best seats in the house. and Nicely Nicely Johnson (Mack Williams)

bet you their last dollar you’ll love Newhaven College’s production of Guys and Dolls.

Mystery abounds: will Miss Adelaide (Abi Boucher) get her wish to walk down the aisle with her infamous craps game organiser and fiancée, Nathan Detroit, during Newhaven College’s production of Guys and Dolls?

Fun and games: what are notorious gambler Sky Masterson’s (Tom Barker) plans for innocent mission girl, Sarah Brown (Jorgie Mae Thompson) in Newhaven College’s production of Guys and Dolls?

Cast needed for Christmas play NAUTILUS Theatre Project, based in Fish Creek, is gearing up for a new production to be staged this Christmas.

The play has been written by local playwright Chris Dickins, who will also be directing the production.

A Criss-Cross-Christmas is set in Australia in 1956 and everyone is getting ready for the usual Australian heat wave.

But strange things begin to occur and piece by piece a northern hemisphere Christmas takes over.

First there are sightings of strange creatures, carolers suddenly appear at people’s doorsteps, snowflakes fall and eventually the whole neighbourhood is turned upside down by traditional Yuletide reveries.

A Criss-Cross-Christmas will feature actors of all ages and a special ensemble of young performers.

There will be a variety of puppets used in the show as well as Christmas songs of the 1950’s performed by a trio of singers known as Holly and the Ivies.

Well known local theatre identity Christine Skicko will be performing a leading role as well as designing the production.

Nautilus is seeking five young people to be a part of this fun production. There are leading roles for four boys and one girl and also roles for an ensemble of young people.

Auditions for these roles will be held at the Fish Creek Hall on Sunday, May 21 May from 2pm to 5pm.

There will be an information session at 2pm and then the auditions will take place. To reserve an audition time please call Chris Dickins on 0428 560 842.

PAGE 34 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 35

Venus Bay raises $2953 THE Venus Bay and District Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) has been in existence for more than nine years now.

The responder volunteers and committee of management held a fundraiser high tea recently to raise additional funds towards training, travel expenses, accommodation and training aides not provided through Ambulance Victoria (AV).

The responders and other volunteers assisted with serving the 132 people who attended the High Tea fundraiser in support of their community, with raffle prizes and background music a great afternoon had by all.

Team leader Anne McIntyre was announced by AV as the longest serving CERT responder in Venus Bay. She has just completed 10 years’ service this April.

The financial outcome of this successful event was $2953 which was raised to assist CERT with its committed community work.

If you would like to know more about what CERT contributes to the local communities or volunteer for our organisation please contact Anne McIntyre 0447 257 061 or Michelle Ford 0487 120 041.

Inverloch names shed in Merv’s honour INVERLOCH’S Merv Riley first discussed the possibility of a men’s shed in the town in November 2012.

A public meeting was organised to gauge community interest and from that gathering, Inverloch Men’s Shed Inc. was established.

Today the group has an active membership of 35.

In the ensuing years, members feverishly obtained sponsors, applied for grants and sought a suitable site on which to build the shed.

Once a location was found, plans were drawn up, approval from Bass Coast Shire Council was obtained and it was full steam ahead for the project.

On Tuesday, July 5, 2016, Mr Riley, as the number one member for the shed, turned the first sod of earth on the Inverloch Recreation Reserve to signal the start of the build program.

During the preceding four and half years, Mr Riley has been an inspiration to all members.

His commitment and enthusiasm to see the shed completed and open for business has never wavered.

For all these years he has been a rock solid supporter of his dream for a men’s shed, to the extent of cutting up kilograms of onions for the men’s shed regular fundraising barbecues in Wonthaggi.

On Monday, April 24, at the men’s shed regular meeting, Mr Riley was presented with a certificate of life membership to the shed.

All members present heartily endorsed this special occasion, with one member saying, “Congratulations Merv. Well deserved. God bless you mate.”

The shed hence forth will be known as ‘The Merv Riley Inverloch Men’s Shed’.

Well deserved: from left, Julian Sellers, president of The Merv Riley Inverloch Men’s Shed, presents a shed life membership to Merv Riley, who initiated the idea of a shed in the town.

PAGE 36 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Farming Insight

Moving on from price crash

By Sarah Vella

Mr Clark said.

“So after 100 plus years and four generations of supplying MG, we decided to leave. It didn’t sit well THE farmgate price paid for milk in late with me at the time, but you don’t get up and work April last year by Murray Goulburn and 12 hours a day to lose money.”

This financial year, South Gippsland farmers other processors came crashing down, experienced a much kinder season, particularly devastating farmers in an already trying have for making home grown feed. season.

“We had a pretty kind winter and the season was The previous spring and summer had been par- pretty good for the most part. It stayed wet a fraction ticularly dry, slashing hay and silage yields and forc- too long, which meant we were two or three weeks ing farmers to buy in fodder, which cost them around late cutting silage,” Mr Clark said. $100 above average per tonne.

“We made a heap of silage, but the quality was “We came into it from a long way back, which down. Our herd has never given the butterfat and probably had more effect than the milk price drop in protein percentage it has this year, but we have sacthe end,” Nerrena dairy farmer Terry Clark said. rificed the litres.”

“Financially, we were affected more by the poor The increased yield of silage and hay has helped season leading up to the price drop. In the finish, we the Clarks save money, as they haven’t had to buy still got paid a closing price of $5.40 per kilogram of in extra hay. milk solids.”

“We spent $180,000 on hay last season. HowMr Clark said as a Murray Goulburn supplier, the ever this year, we haven’t fed the cows as much opening price of the season following the drop was supplementary feed as we normally would,” Mr just $4.27kg/MS. Clark said.

After enlisting the help of Dairy Australia’s free “At $6/kgMS you can afford to buy in extra Taking Stock program, the Clarks determined their feed.” cost of production at $4.57kg/MS. Mr Clark said they saved $80 per tonne by pur“We tweaked a few things and got that back to chasing a lower quality grain and took a good hard around $4.40kg/MS. We were going to lose money look at stock and culled “pretty heavily” to take adwith MG and break even if we moved to Fonterra,” vantage of high beef prices.

The Clarks milked around 225 cows this season and are looking to reduce that number to around 180 in the coming year.

“We have lost a lease block and we are at the age where we want to work a little less. Our other option was to employ someone, but it didn’t make much

Dairy love: Nerrena dairy farmer Terry Clark said the dairy industry continues to have its ups and downs 12 months on from the devastating price cut. sense this season,” Mr Clark said.

“A couple of months ago, this season’s closing price was looking really positive, with talks of it being as high as $6kg/MS. “It has gone quiet more recently and I am no lon-

ger as positive as I was.”

Mr Clark said the Taking Stock program really helped and if nothing else, the program at least got farmers to talk to someone about the issues facing their farms.

Managing the season ahead

By Greg O’Brien, Dairy Services, Agriculture Victoria THE three month climate outlook is not particularly promising for temperature and rainfall.

This translates into increased risk of a warm and dry start to autumn in Victoria’s dairy regions.

At the end of February there was above average to average soil moisture which will help to make autumn rainfall and irrigation go further.

February growth rates have generally been above average (East Gippsland being an exception) and silage reserves are generally

high.

High cereal grain and hay yields have transferred into lower grain and hay prices. Generally speaking, this makes them a cost-effective option for filling a genuine feed gap, despite the current lower milk price.

Due to good seasonal conditions, temporary irrigation water price is also much lower this year.

Implications for growing pasture The increased probability of warmer temperatures and below average rainfall has associated risks to consider and plan for.

For irrigation pastures, it means there may be a need for more purchased water to get the desired level of pasture growth.

For rain fed pastures,

it will mean less autumn pasture growth and maybe a later break.

A strategy to address the possible lower amount of pasture growth should be considered. Revise the plan as the season rolls out and adjust if required.

Considerations could include adjusting stocking rate or dry-off date, agistment of stock, supplement feed purchasing decisions, nitrogen use, irrigation timing and water purchasing, and the timing of pasture renovation.

There will be financial budgeting implications depending on the strategy used. Costs may be higher than planned and/or milk income lower than planned.

Early budgeting helps finance management decisions; such as adjusting spending in other areas of the business, repayment of debt and the level of borrowing.

Hopefully, little or no adjustment ends up being required (the forecasts are probability based – an average autumn is still possible).

Pasture renovation and re-sowing Generally speaking, summer conditions have enabled more pasture plants to survive the summer. With denser pastures there is likely to be less need for weed control and over-sowing/ renovating this autumn.

The impact of a wet winter in the northern irrigation area has had the opposite effect, with an increased need for pasture renovation.

With a three month

Dry time: rainfall is predicted to be low in the months ahead but there are strategies farmers can adopt, according to Agriculture Victoria. climate outlook for higher than average temperatures, and a lower probability of receiving average rainfall, there is greater than normal risk associated with early sowing of pasture and crop.

Young seedlings are very susceptible to high temperatures and moisture stress. Consider the risk of seedling deaths when deciding on sowing date.

A late sowing date can also be a problem.

The onset of cold conditions before plants are well established can significantly slow plant growth over winter.

Feed management Summer growth rates

have generally been above average in most dairy regions. Silage reserves are also good.

This has resulted in less need for purchased supplements overall.

The quality of homegrown silage is generally lower this season.

Farmers may be considering improving the quality of the ration with higher energy density feeds such as grain.

If pasture availability is low, high protein supplements such as canola may also be considered.

Pasture is high in protein (almost as high as high protein supplements), so good amounts of pasture in the diet will have a big

bearing on the need for protein supplements.

A feed plan for the autumn and winter will help farmers determine the need for purchased supplements.

As a result of the generally favourable season to date, it is likely that less purchased feed will be required than normal.

It is a good idea to monitor the feed plan monthly and adjust it as required in response to seasonal conditions.

Dairy Australia has feed planning resources on their web site (http:// w w w. d a i r y a u s t r a l i a . com.au/Pastures-andFeeding/Feed-management/Feed-planningand-purchasing.aspx)

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 37

Farming Insight Heavy steers stand out THERE were approximately 1800 export and 300 young cattle penned representing a decrease of 450 head week on week.

The usual buying group was present and competing in a dearer market. Quality declined with fewer well finished grown steers and bullocks and a similar trade offering with a few more light weights.

Trade cattle sold mostly 5c to 10c/kg dearer.

Grown steers and bullocks gained 2c to 3c for the plainer offering. Heavy weight grown heifers sold firm. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers lifted 12c and the crossbred portion 5c to 7c/kg. Cows varied with most selling 5c to 10c/kg dearer while the heavy weight bulls sold firm.

Vealers suited to butchers sold from 340c to 368c/kg. Yearling trade steers made between 332c and 366c/kg. Yearling heifers to the trade sold between 315c and 362c/kg.

Grown steers made from 313c to 336c/kg.

Bullocks sold from 315c to 337c/kg. Heavy weight grown heifers showing good finish made between 280c and 315c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold between 259c and 289c with the crossbred portion between 275c and 318c/kg.

Most light and medium weight cows made from 180c to 245c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly from 210c to 268c after a top of 275c/ kg. Heavy weight bulls made between 267c and 314c/kg.

The next sale draw - May 3: 1. Landmark, 2. Rodwells, 3. SEJ, 4. Elders, 5.

Phelan & Henderson & Co, 6. Alex Scott & Staff.

Sheep sale Wednesday, May 3 at 12pm (fortnightly).

Prime Sale - Wednesday, April 26 BULLOCKS 12 K.R. Hendrick, Kirrak 15 J. Maclachlan Pty Ltd, Sale 8 N. Littlejohn & Son, Mirboo Nth 2 D. & M. Robertson, Tarwin Lwr 2 D. McLaren, Koorooman 12 Argent & Walker, Corinella

627.9kg 624.3kg 595.6kg 707.5kg 602.5kg 612.1kg

336.6 336.2 334.6 334.6 334.2 333.6

$2113.57 $2099.01 $1992.96 $2367.30 $2013.56 $2041.91

STEERS 1 R. & L. Brooks, Korumburra Sth 5 P. & K. McLaren, Krowera 1 L. Potter, Kernot 3 E. & S. Miles, Leongatha 2 Calder Dairies, Meeniyan 1 A. Pocklington, Mirboo

325.0kg 478.0kg 365.0kg 370.0kg 362.5kg 275.0kg

367.6 366.0 365.0 364.6 360.6 360.6

$1194.70 $1749.48 $1332.25 $1349.02 $1307.18 $991.65

HEIFERS 1 R. & L. Brooks, Korumburra Sth 2 P. & K. McLaren, Krowera 1 Calder Dairies, Meeniyan 1 R.L. McPhie, Mardan 1 L. Potter, Kernot 2 I.M. Ross, Poowong

345.0kg 430.0kg 345.0kg 335.0kg 325.0kg 350.0kg

367.6 362.0 360.6 359.6 355.0 355.0

$1268.22 $1556.60 $1244.07 $1204.66 $1153.75 $1242.50

COWS 6 Carnacoo Past Co, Stony Creek 1 M. & K. Nicholls, Toora 1 S.M. Davies, Outtrim 1 R. & C. Donat, Wonthaggi 1 T.V. Greig, Doomburrim 1 R. Jones, Foster

669.2kg 680.0kg 650.0kg 705.0kg 665.0kg 615.0kg

268.0 268.0 265.6 265.6 265.6 265.6

$1793.37 $1822.40 $1726.40 $1872.48 $1766.24 $1633.44

BULLS 1 S.B. Marriott Livestock, Outtrim 1 Vuiller Shorthorns, Waratah 1 P. & B. Boag, Fish Creek 1 M.L. Doherty, Leongatha South 1 R.G. & J.L. Missen, Toongabbie 1 S.W. Scott, Inverloch

960.0kg 935.0kg 880.0kg 1015.0kg 1010.0kg 460.0kg

313.6 305.6 301.6 298.6 297.6 297.6

$3010.56 $2857.36 $2654.08 $3030.79 $3005.76 $1368.96

Above: Just browsing: Neil Harvey and Nicole Harvey from Poowong were at VLE Leongatha last Thursday, to see how prices were looking.

Left: Well fed: Meeniyan’s Margaret Wight had well grown Hereford steers for sale at last Thursday’s store sale at the VLE Leongatha.

Bottom: Family day: Phil, Beth, Doreen, Alessandra and John Western from Tarwin Lower had their annual draft of cattle for sale at the store sale held at VLE Leongatha last Thursday.

VFF offers funding to UDV Conference DAIRY farmers are invited to apply to the South Gippsland branch of the Victorian Farmers Federation to attend the UDV Conference on Friday, May 12.

The branch will sponsor two farmers under 40 to attend, to the value of $350 each.

While the conference

is free to farmers and farm workers, the funding is designed to go towards accommodation and a relief milker.

In return, the South Gippsland branch requires the recipients to attend a branch meeting and give a brief verbal report about what they learned from the day.

The conference is a full agenda, with the Young

Farmer breakfast where participants from the UDV and Gardiner Foundation tour of New Zealand give an overview of the trip.

The conference finishes with a dinner where Anthony Everard, who heads up the Big Bash cricket, will be talking about the evolution of that sport.

To apply or enquires please contact Damian Murphy 0458 645 437.

MG considers reaction to ACCC court action DAIRY company Murray Goulburn is considering its options after being told the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against it.

The ACCC alleges MG engaged in unconscionable conduct and made false or misleading representations in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law. The ACCC also alleges that former managing director Gary Helou and former chief financial officer Bradley Hingle were knowingly concerned in MG’s conduct.

“The allegations relate to representations made by Murray Goulburn to its Southern Milk Region dairy farmers between June 2015 and April 2016 about the average farmgate milk price (FMP) it expected to pay them during financial year 2015-16 (FY16),” ACCC chairman Rod Sims said.

“The ACCC alleges that Murray Goulburn’s conduct had an adverse impact on many farmers who, as a result of Murray Goulburn’s representations regarding the farmgate milk price, had made business decisions.

“The farmers relied on Murray Goulburn’s representations and were not expecting a substantial reduction in the

farmgate milk price, particularly so close to the end of the season when it was not possible for them to practically readjust their expenditure.”

The ACCC alleges that from June 2015 until February 2016, Murray Goulburn misled farmers by representing that it had a reasonable basis for setting and maintaining an opening FMP of $5.60 per kilogram of milk solids (kgms) and a forecast Final FMP of $6.05/kgms, and that it considered the forecast Final FMP of $6.05/kgms was the most likely outcome for FY16, when that was not in fact the case.

Further, the ACCC alleges that from February 2016 until April 2016, Murray Goulburn misled farmers by representing it had a reasonable basis for expecting to be able to maintain its opening FMP of $5.60/kgms for the remainder of the season, and that it considered a Final FMP of $5.60/kgms was the most likely outcome for FY16, when that was not in fact the case.

The ACCC alleges that, in all the circumstances, Murray Goulburn’s conduct towards farmers was unconscionable.

These circumstances include that Murray Goulburn: • knew that farmers relied on information about the opening FMP and forecast Final FMP to make significant business decisions during the financial year; • was aware that many farmers were unable to easily switch milk processors,

particularly those contracted to Murray Goulburn; • created an expectation that the opening FMP would be set conservatively and would be a minimum price, and that the final FMP would be higher than the opening price; • knew that farmers expected that it would update the forecast Final FMP regularly to reflect material changes; and • provided and maintained FMP forecasts despite knowing that these forecasts were overstated and unachievable in FY16 and that farmers were making decisions in reliance on these forecasts.

“Many farmers are in a relatively vulnerable trading position, and rely on transparent pricing information in order to budget effectively and make informed business decisions. In these circumstances, farmers were entitled to expect Murray Goulburn to have a reasonable basis for determining its pricing, and to regularly update farmers if there was any change in forecast prices,” Mr Sims said.

The ACCC is seeking orders against Murray Goulburn that include declarations, compliance program orders, corrective notices and costs. The ACCC has decided not to seek a pecuniary penalty against Murray Goulburn because, as a co-operative, any penalty imposed could directly impact on the affected farmers. The ACCC is seeking declarations, pecuniary penalties, disqualification orders and costs against Mr Helou and Mr

Hingle.

MG responded by saying, “Murray Goulburn Co-operative Co Limited (MG) has been notified by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission that it has filed proceedings against MG in the Federal Court of Australia.

“The proceedings have been served on MG today (Friday) and allege that MG engaged in unconscionable conduct and made false or misleading representations in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law. These allegations arise in connection with the milk price decrease announced by MG in April 2016.

“MG is considering the proceedings, however notes that ACCC has decided not to seek a pecuniary penalty against MG.” Separately, after careful consideration, the ACCC has decided not to take any further action against Fonterra Australia Pty Ltd in relation to the step-down of its FMP, announced one week after Murray Goulburn’s revised Final FMP in April 2016.

“A major consideration for the ACCC in deciding not to take action was that Fonterra was more transparent about the risks and potential for a reduction in the farmgate milk price from quite early in the season,” Mr Sims said.

Store sale Thursday, April 27 Steers: Thimm’s Hotels Pty Ltd, Callignee, 19 x $1910; D. McLaren, Koorooman, 10 x $1880; D.J. Halliday Farming, Narracan South, 13 x $1840; K. Davis, 15 x $1800; Mount Angus Stud Pty Ltd, Trafalgar, 13 x $1790; I.D. & N.M. King, Glengarry, 14 x $1690.

Heifers: D.J. & K.M. Kuch, Darriman, 17 x $1520; A.W. & C.M. O’Mara, Glengarry, 19 x $1410; The Firs (Vic) Pty Ltd, Korumburra, 15 x $1360; Stackhouse, Alberton, 11 x $1330; M.J. Parry, Welshpool, 2 x $1310; Maxray Nom, Buffalo, 12 x $1250.

Bulls: A. & L. Griffin, Warragul South, 1 x $3000; 1 x $2600.

Cow and calf: T. Vening, 5 x $2350; R.W. & M.J. Campbell, Leongatha, 1 x $1900; J. Fox, Boolarra, 1 x $1900; J. & M. McInnes, Trafalgar, 11 x $1800; P.J. & N.C. O’Loughlin, Berrys Creek, 1 x $1520; B.J. O’Loughlin, Mirboo North, 3 x $1450.

PAGE 38 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

situations vacant

situations vacant

situations vacant

situations vacant

situations vacant

situations vacant

MAINTENANCE / HANDYMAN Part time or Casual – 20+ hours per week

Reliable and experienced Handyman wanted to finish room renovation work over several months.

After that work has been completed there will be regular ongoing motel maintenance work of approximately 5 to 10 hours per week (with more required occasionally). Hours can be flexible.

Varied duties, including basic carpentry, installing shower screens, grout refurbishment, minor plumbing, carpet and vinyl tile laying, and small painting jobs.

Please phone Leongatha Motel on 5662 2375

St Laurence O'Toole Primary School seeks a suitably qualified and experienced

EDUCATION SUPPORT OFFICER

The successful person will be working with a funded student with complex needs.

For a role description and application forms please email principal@stlleongatha.catholic.edu.au St Laurence O'Toole PS has a clear commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.

Maintenance Manager • MAINTENANCE MANAGER • Key Leadership Role!

• Autonomous role! Passionate team!

• Salary of $100,000+ (plus super)!!

We currently have an exciting job opportunity for a Maintenance Manager to join our Eastern regional project team. If you are a highly motivated individual who has genuine career aspirations, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply and for more information visit our website https://vicroads.taleo.net/careersection/external/ jobsearch.ftl and search for the job number: 006J3.

Applications close on 5 May 2017.

ZO770201

Posi ons Vacant SITUATIONS VACANT

Customer Services and Dispatch Officer Full Time Permanent Role South Gippsland Water is an equal opportunity employer committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and feel valued and supported.

We are currently seeking a person with experience in a customer service and/or dispatch team environment to join our Maintenance Planning Team. The successful person will be required to work collaboratively with the Maintenance Team, as well as efficiently and effectively deal with all areas of Customer Service.

The position will initially be based in Wonthaggi, with an ongoing requirement to start work between 7:30am and 9:30am on a cyclical basis.

Well-developed communication skills, coupled with competent computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and email will be highly regarded.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit www.sgwater.com.au for a copy of the Position Description and for a full outline of the application process.

Please contact Lee Hamilton on 03 5682 0471 for enquiries relating to employment at South Gippsland Water, or Rod Murray on 03 5682 0302 for specific information on this role.

Applications close Monday 8th May 2017 at 9am.

Gippsland PHN is a federally funded primary health care organisa on with a focus on suppor ng general prac ce, health planning, health system integra on and commissioning services in line with na onal and local health priori es.

Gippsland PHN currently has two employment opportuni es available: Educa on and Training Officer This full me role supports the delivery of educa on and events including con nuing professional development for stakeholders working in health organisa ons to improve skills and competencies rela ng to the health needs of Gippsland.

Health Planning Officer This part me role (0.8FTE) will assist in the collec on, analysis and interpretation of qualitative and quan ta ve popula on health data, through prepara on of reports to describe the data, current health services, system gaps and consumer and community views to inform service planning.

Applica ons Close 5pm Thu 11 May 2017.

To apply: Visit our careers page online. www.gphn.org.au/about-us/careers

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 39

for sale

wanted to buy

FIREWOOD - local messmate/stringy bark, cut, split, dry. Discounts on bulk loads. Free delivery available. Pick up or delivered. $100 per cubic metre. Ph: 0437-176187.

ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.

FIREWOOD, redgum and local wood. Ph: 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175.

HAY for sale: Vetch hay $264 inc, lucerne hay $330 inc, barley Straw $165 inc. All prices are delivered to Leongatha area. Phone Joe 0429138748.

HAY, shedded small squares, new season, no weeds, $9 each, Mardan. Ph: 5664-1320, 0428-999691.

livestock BULLS for hire or for sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale. Phone 0447-331762.

OLD PORT POULTRY FARM Delivering 18 wk old Isa Brown laying hens to your area on Sunday, May 14, $21 each. Ph: 0438-832535.

public notice

20 Griffin Road Leongatha SATURDAY & SUNDAY May 6 & 7 9am No early birds

GARAGE SALE The “STAR” can help you promote your event with our

GARAGE SALE KIT

KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $33.00) • 2 x A4 Garage Sale Signs • Garage Sale Tips (dos and don’ts) • Sheet of Price Stickers • Star Carry Bag

SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200 x 50 x 2.4 $12.10 each, 200 x 75 x 2.4 $16.75 each, 200 x 75 x 3.0, $20.90 each.

Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417530662.

situations vacant

births

GARAGE SALE

$27.50

PINE retangular dining table with 6 chairs, 1800mm x 1050mm, $150 ONO, VGC. Ph: 0437-247085.

TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 5681-2261.

garage sales

Total package valued at $41

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays

situations vacant

ADVERTISE by calling 5662 5555 or emailing classifieds@thestar.com.au or call in to 36 McCartin Street LEONGATHA to pick up your kit when you place your advertisement

situations vacant

Department of Health & Human Services Advanced Child Protection Practitioner – Sexual Assault Investigations Team

deaths

STUCKEY (nee Clark) - Glyn, Anna, Henry and Mariette are proud to announce the safe arrival of Violet Elizabeth on April 24 at 4.31pm, weighing 6lb. Thanks to everyone at Leongatha Hospital.

marriage celebrant

Jo Fennell 0437 465 399

johanne4@bigpond.com

Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

bereavement thanks MILNER - Paul On behalf of the families of Paul Frederick Milner, I wish to thank everyone for their love, companionship, prayers and cards, etc.

They have made this journey so much easier for all of us including Paul.

God bless you all.

Rhondda

in memoriam CAMPBELL - Marion Lorna.

4.7.42 - 30.4.02.

In memory of Marion, sadly missed.

Ian, Stuart, Fiona and Paul.

MATERIA - Gaetano (Tom).

May 4, 1990.

You are always remembered and loved.

Love your wife, Pina and family.

situations vacant

CANOBIE Lewis William.

(RAAF 159843) The president and members of Leongatha RSL regret the passing of their esteemed member and extend deepest sympathy to the family Lest We Forget CANOBIE - Lewis.

A life member of the Leongatha Tennis Club, whose involvement in the game for many years was significent. A valued member.

From the president, committee and members of the Leongatha Tennis Club.

COOK - Estelle Passed away at Korumburra Hospital on April 24, 2017, aged 95 years Loving wife of Ralph Gould (dec) and later to John (Jack) (dec).

Much loved mum and mother-in-law of John and Marg, David and Jane, Annette and Tim. Loving Nana to Adam and +Rebecca, Belinda and Stephen.

Forever in our Hearts

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays situations vacant

• Location: Morwell • Ongoing, Full-time (76 hours per fortnight) • Salary Range: $78,773 - $89,375 plus superannuation The Advanced Child Protection Practitioner receives and assesses reports of alleged abuse and neglect of children and young people. They undertake investigations and develop plans to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people is achieved. This may include taking matters to court.

For further information on the position description and the selection criteria, please visit; www.careers.vic.gov.au or contact Sharyn Duffell, Area Manager – (03) 5136 2594 Job Reference number: DHHS/SSD/00417528 Applications close: Sunday, 14 May 2017 To apply, please visit our child protection jobs site www.dhs.vic.gov.au/childprotectionjobs where you can access the job description and additional information about a career in child protection.

You will need to provide your resumé and academic transcripts when completing the application form.

In order to specifically apply for this role, please ensure you select preferred office location as Morwell and preferred program area as Investigations. If possible please also include the position number in your application.

For more information about the Department of Health & Human Services visit www.dhhs.vic.gov.au Police Checks form part of the Department of Health & Human Services recruitment process.

The department promotes diversity and equal opportunity in employment and is committed to a more diverse workforce. If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant, or if you have a disability, and require advice and support with the recruitment process, please contact our Diversity Unit on DiversityInclusion@dhhs.vic.gov.au

Projects Engineer

ZO720381

• PROJECTS ENGINEER

Rewrite tomorrow, one child at a time.

To apply, please go to www.dhs.vic.gov.au/childprotectionjobs

We currently have an exciting job opportunity for a Projects Engineer to join our Eastern Region Project Planning team. If you are a highly motivated individual who has genuine career aspirations, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply and for more information visit our website https://vicroads.taleo.net/careersection/external/ jobsearch.ftl and search for the job number: 006JK. Applications close on 5 May 2017.

ZO770202

deaths

deaths

funerals

HALL - Eleanor Patricia (Pat).

14.02.1926 - 27.04.2017 Passed away peacefully whilst holding her daughters’ hands.

Dearly loved wife of Charles (dec), married 60 years, now together again in eternity in the love of Christ.

Loving mother of Michael, Cathrine, John, Gerard, Moira, Ann, Martin (dec) and Rosalie.

Lovingly remembered by all her sons and d a u g h t e r s - i n - l a w, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Now at peace in God’s care.

HALL - Pat. Dearly loved mother of Michael and Doris. Much loved Nana of Therese, Diane and Richard, and their children.

Words are few, our feelings are deep, Our memories of you, we will always keep.

HALL - Pat. Dear dear Mum, you are greatly loved and sorely missed by us.

Love from all the Schumanns.

R.I.P. xxx HALL - Pat. Mum your last words to me were I love you John. ... and Mum I most certainly love you. ... your son John.

HALL - Pat. Our Mum and Nana. You gave so much. We were truly blessed.

A golden light in our lives.

Go to thy rest in peace, and soft by thy repose.

Gerard, Katie, Casey, Liam, Joseph.

HALL - Pat. Dearly loved mum to Moira, mum-in-law to Geoff, loving Nana to Della and Craig, & Amy. Will be greatly missed.

HALL - Pat. Rest in peace Mum. Loved and missed by daughter Annie Strumila, son-inlaw John Strumila, granddaughters Michelle, Kathleen and Genevieve.

All your burdens lifted.

HALL - Pat. Loving mother of Rosalie and mother-in-law to John, doting Nana to Matthew, Daniel and Alysa.

We will love her always and cherish our memories of a patient, kind and devoted woman.

May God strengthen and comfort her as she enters into eternal life.

O’LOUGHLIN - Brian.

6.8.31 - 23.4.2017 With deepest sympathy to his family from the Forrester and Funnell families of Wooreen.

PATERSON - Margaret Mae. 2.2.1932 - 11.4.2017 Loved wife of Bob Paterson (dec).

Mum to Valerie and Andrew Grayden.

Nana to Rebecca and Aaron, Stuart and Tenneale.

Great nana to Logan, Indy and Shelby.

Mum - we will all miss you. Thank you for being the beautiful person that you were.

Val. SMITH (Sheehan) Sylvia Eleanor.

18.08.1933 to12.04.2017 Forever in our hearts and memories.

Dearly loved mother of Gayle and Darrell. Nan of Stacey and Rhys, Luke and Lachlan.

Friend of Margie and Titch.

COOK - A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Estelle Cook will be held at St. Andrew’s Uniting Church, Peart Street, Leongatha, on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 commencing at 11am.

Email your adverts to The Star ads@thestar.com.au

Most photos that appear in The Star can be purchased by calling 5662 2294 deaths

A private burial will precede the above service.

HALL - Requiem Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Mrs Eleanor Patricia (Pat) Hall will be offered at St Laurence’s Catholic Church, Ogilvy Street, Leongatha on May 5, 2017 commencing at 11am.

The funeral will leave at the conclusion of Mass for the Leongatha Cemetery.

Rosary will be recited in the above church on Thursday evening, May 4, 2017 commencing at 7.30pm.

deaths

Paul & Margaret Beck Proprietors

Caring for our Community, personal dignified service to all areas 5662 2717 Pre-need Funeral Plans available Office and Chapel: 24 Anderson Street, Leongatha hfs1@vic.australis.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

Scott and Sharon Anderson With care & dignity we serve South Gippsland and Phillip Island Main Office: WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH 5672 1074 176-178 Graham Street, Wonthaggi 3995 Fax: 5672 1747 email: randm33@bigpond.net.au PHILLIP ISLAND 5952 5171 15 Warley Avenue, Cowes 3922 (by appointment only) Pre-paid & pre-arranged funeral plans available CARING & PERSONAL 24 HOUR SERVICE www.handleyandandersonfunerals.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

PAGE 40 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Taking action: from left, Shadow Minister for Health Mary Woolridge, Bass Coast Health board president Don Paproth, Bass MLA Brian Paynter, and Shadow Parliamentary Secretary for Women’s Health and Rural and Regional Health Margaret Fitzherbert found themselves at the pointy end of proceedings with BCH infection prevention and control nurse Nicky Baker.

Flu vaccine helps Schools combine protect patients for sports day Go girls: AFL Women’s Carlton skipper Lauren Arnell was at Inverloch last Friday to inspire local girls at an AFL Gippsland Auskick session. Source: Twitter.

WITH this year’s influenza (flu) season approaching, Bass Coast Health (BCH) staff recently rolled up their sleeves to protect themselves and their patients from catching the virus.

TARWIN Lower, Fish Creek, Welshpool, Foster, Toora and Tarwin Valley students competed at the Corner Inlet Athletics Carnival at Foster Secondary College on Friday, April 21.

“It was great to see so many students trying their best and giving everything Best of field: Foster Primary School age champions back row a go,” Corner Inlet district from left, Reghan, Ranaiya, Sorina, Faith and Chloe and front sports manager Kristie Moore said. row from left, Willem, Zane and Luella.

Students rotated through and heartily competed in track and field events.

Foster Primary School won the perpetual shield.

There was considerable planning by the schools for a successful day.

Corner Inlet schools would like to thank everyone who helped make this day possible including the teachers and staff from all schools, Foster Secondary College, the Year 9 students who helped out at Champion winners: Foster Primary School students Macey and events, Corner Inlet Little Zane held up the perpetual shield their school won at the Corner Athletics Club and parent volunteers.

Inlet athletics day on behalf of their school.

Call for more caravan park figures to be released THE South Gippsland Action Group continues to keep a close eye on council matters. Group representative Steve Finlay last Wednesday called on South Gippsland Shire Council to release more detailed figures about the receipts and expenditure in relation to the operation of the Long Jetty and Yanakie caravan parks.

The group had previously requested the figures but Mr Finlay said the response from council “was not transparent and has avoided giving an open and clear response”.

“At present there is no means of seeing if

council is making a profit or loss on this activity.

We again call on council for this data and seek a motion from council directing the administration to make this data available to us within one week of this meeting in order that we may make a delayed response to the budget,” he said.

Mr Finlay also asked deputy mayor Cr Maxine Kiel to confirm the number of South Gippsland shire staff paid more than the $290,000 he said was paid to Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews.

“Is it realistic that shire employees of an agglomeration of small country towns, farms and rural properties be paid more than the premier of the whole state?” he said.

Cr Kiel took Mr Finlay’s questions on notice.

Up to 170 Australians lose their lives each year from the flu and high-risk groups in particular are urged to see their GP now for a flu shot.

As healthcare workers, BCH staff are among those considered to be in a high-risk group.

Others include: pregnant women, children aged six months to five years, elderly people and people with specific chronic medical conditions such as HIV/AIDS, asthma, and chronic heart or lung diseases The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the National Health and Medical Research Council recommend healthcare workers get a flu vaccination every year.

This is because the dominant influenza strains often change year to year so the protection of the flu vaccine only gives seasonal coverage. This year’s flu vaccine contains an additional strain compared to last year’s vaccine.

Proving there is no such thing as an inconvenient time to have a flu shot, even discussions with visiting politicians are seen by BCH as a great opportunity to make sure everyone in their organisation is protected.

So discovered Shadow Minister for Health Mary Woolridge MP, Shadow Parliamentary Secretary for Women’s Health and Rural and Regional Health Margaret Fitzherbert MLC and Bass MP Brian Paynter, who met with BCH CEO Jan Child and board president Don Paproth at BCH last week to discuss the excellent progress made so far in improving quality and safety across the health service.

Discussions also focussed on future opportunities and planned service growth arising from the soon to be released Clinical Services Plan, as well as options for significant capital improvements required for the hospital.

Shadow Secretary Fitzherbert and Mr Paproth in particular, found out just how serious the organisation is about protecting its patients when they were both given their flu shot as discussions came to a close.

Ms Fitzherbert said, “After useful discussions about future plans and local health needs, our

meeting finished with a bonus flu shot – an offer I couldn’t refuse!”

The health service aims to have 80 percent of its staff and volunteers vaccinated against the flu by winter.

During World Vaccination Week, April 24 to 30, the aim is to raise awareness about the critical importance of full immunisation throughout life.

The theme this year is ‘Vaccines Work’. Vaccines protect against 26 diseases world-wide.

Did you know: • vaccination is the most effective method of preventing influenza; • vaccines are safe and effective; • vaccines prevent deadly illnesses; • vaccines provide better immunity than natural infections; • having multiple vaccines at one time is safe and beneficial; • if we stop vaccines, diseases will return; • children are exposed to more antigens from a common cold than they are from vaccines; • vaccines limit the spread of antibiotic resistance by preventing diseases in the first place; • you can’t get the flu from the vaccine because it’s inactivated and does not contain any live viruses and cannot cause the illness; • vaccines, like any other medicine, can have side effects, however the majority of side effects are minor. Common side effects following influenza vaccination include soreness, redness, pain and swelling at the site of the injection; drowsiness; tiredness; muscle aches and low grade temperature. These side effects are usually mild and go away within a few days, usually without needing any treatment. Some people may experience flu-like symptoms after having the flu vaccine, but these should only last a few days; • you can come down with the flu within the first two weeks after having the vaccine, as it takes this long for the vaccine to start to work; • if you have influenza, you can be infectious to others for 24 hours before symptoms start, and continue to be infectious for about a week after the symptoms start; • influenza does not discriminate. Even fit and healthy people can catch it and pass it on to others. The past is no predictor of the future.

For more information about getting a flu shot, please speak with your GP.

Rail dream now closer THE $435 million upgrade of Gippsland’s rail system may be a step closer to the return of rail services to South Gippsland.

That is the vision of South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Ray Argento.

The regions’ councils group, the Gippsland Local Government Network (GLGN) welcomed the Victorian Government’s $435 million landmark funding announcement to upgrade the Gippsland rail line.

The funding will be allocated under today’s

(Tuesday) State Budget.

GLGN chair Cr Joe Gauci said, “The announcement has been long awaited in our community and the urgent need for these upgrades have been heard.

“The upgrades will provide some much needed relief to our local economy and communities.”

The upgrades will include new tracks, stations and stabling to provide services every 40 minutes to and from Gippsland during the day, at night and on the weekend.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 41

| SPORT

thestar.com.au

Showjumpers impress KARDELLA Farm Equestrian, run by Russell Morrison and Amalfi White located at Kardella South, ran the Annual Kardella Farm Showjumping Classic on Saturday, April 29.

This is proving to be a popular showjumping event and attracted local, amateur and professional riders from across Victoria.

Despite the weather, the event ran smoothly and the all weather riding arena maintained a good surface for the horses to support them with their ability and confidence.

Many professional riders use this event to bring on young horses.

Incoming: Oliver McLean powered through Kernot on Saturday. This is his first year riding in the Men 17 A Grade division.

Riders included World Cup and Grand Prix riders Scott Barclay from Shepparton, Adam Johnson and local rider from Jumbunna Wesley Joyce.

One of the youngest riders was 10 year old Alyssa Greening from Maffra, who jumped in her first 1.04m.

Winners of the classes included: First place Browns Stockfeed 75cm: local rider Maree Young First place in the Mitre 10 Leongatha Branch 90cm: Wes Joyce riding LH Miss Boss First place: in the PK Stud 1.04m: Lily Ivancic riding Copabella Volcanic First place: in the NAB Wonthaggi 1.15m: Sophie Crooke, Sale riding Nasam Artimore

Battling: Kaleb Jans took on the Poowong hills on Sunday.

Junior cyclists on tour THE Leongatha Cycling Club members had a big weekend promoting the Leongatha Junior Tour with racing at Kernot on Saturday and Poowong on Sunday.

More than 100 riders fronted for the U17, U15, U13 and U11 events with riders coming from West Australia, South Australia, Albury, Mildura, Bright and elsewhere from regional Victoria and Melbourne.

Some of the main winners were the interstate riders so competition was pretty intensive in each age group and grading.

The riders raced a time trial and road stage at Kernot and a further road stage at Poowong.

This tour was part of the state series with another tour scheduled for Ararat in a fortnight.

The club members did a great job helping out with corners, lead cars and

catering.

The Poowong Football Netball Club showed its support on Sunday with catering.

This was a change of format for the junior road promotion and the club received many compliments on the running of the event.

The visitors thought the scenic roads were fantastic for riding and racing.

The local riders had a great weekend and best outcome was Thomas Fitzgerald who claimed a third in the time trial and sixth in the road stage on Saturday.

He backed up with another good ride to be just pipped at the line to take fourth on Sunday.

This left him in sixth place overall in the Men 17 B Grade. The winner of this section came from Bright.

In the Men 17 A Grade Oliver McLean, who is having his first year in this division, rode really well and finished the weekend with a ninth at Poowong and moved him up from 18th to

14th overall.

The top rider in this group was Sam Eddy from the Echuca-Moama Club.

In the Women 17, Felicity Waddell worked hard all weekend but was out of the placings.

In the Men 15 B Grade division, Kaleb Jans and Jack Allen were just off the pace and swapped ninth and 10th places most events.

Overall general classification saw Kaleb ninth and Jack in 11th.

The top rider in the U15 was a rider from the Peel Club in West Australia.

The planning now starts for next year and for the three day Gippsland Tour in June where older club members get a chance to turn the pedals.

Next weekend the club will race on Sunday at the Leongatha Industrial Estate.

Business owner in the estate Steve Allen says that with some roads recently asphalted the criterium racing should be a great change from battling up hills.

First place: Lily Ivancic riding Copabella Volcanic won the PK Stud 1.04m class.

Leongatha Small Bore Rifle Club GIPPSLAND Shield, round five - 50 metres Held at Leongatha on the April 9 Sale won the round with 1189.9 with Traralgon very close behind on 1188.5.

Leongatha came third on 1179.7.

Best shooters (scratch) on the day

were: David Garrett, Traralgon and Wayne Bastin, Traralgon each scoring 194 in Bench Rest. Daniel Croatto, Leongatha scoring 196 in Prone.

Best handicap winners on the day were: Mathew Eldridge, Leongatha scoring 202.7 in Bench Rest. Peter Anderson, Sale scoring 206.0 in Prone.

Round six will be held at Traralgon on Sunday, June 4, at 10am.

The club shoots on Wednesday nights at 8pm at the rifle club on the recreation reserve.

Any inquiries, please call R. Spratt on 5664 2358.

Achievement: 10 year old Lily Greening jumped in her first 1.04m at Kardella South on Saturday.

Power go down to the Jets

by Bryan Mitchell AFTER a typically slow start to the match against the Western Jets, the Gippsland Power followed its pattern for the 2017 season and got back into the game with a combination of hardness and more focussed use of the ball.

Consequently, when it led by 21 points at the last break, it looked likely to record a well-deserved victory.

However, it didn’t finish the game off and the Jets were able to record a two point win.

Selectors made three changes to the team that had played so well against the Bendigo Pioneers with Rylan Henkle and Aiden Quigley back after injury and AFL Academy duties respectively.

The third change saw Leongatha youngster Boadie Motton make his TAC Cup debut, and this meant there were 10 bottom age players in the team.

It was the Jets who made the early break after the Power defence was caught on the back foot.

Things got even worse when the Jets were able to rebound the ball with little or no pressure by the Power and score a very soft goal.

Some more purposeful ball use up field and then strength by Will Stephenson created an opportunity for Irving Mosquito and he kicked a vital goal for the team. The Jets then scored another and things were looking ominous for the Power.

In the latter part of the quarter the Power conceded far too many scoring opportunities to the Jets but, luckily for the boys, they failed to take advantage of some very soft defensive decisions. At the first change the Jets led by 19 points but it should have been a lot more considering the fact that they had 13 scoring opportunities but only managed three majors. Obviously, Leigh had plenty of issues to address during the break with the short kicking in defence being one of the critical areas needing more direct action.

Some hardness in a tight contest resulted in a free kick to Nick Hogan and the Jets made it a certain goal after some very ill-

disciplined play. Key defender, Sean Masterson is renowned for his ability to take strong, intercept marks, and he used one to help to set up some excellent ball use that resulted in a goal to Matt McGannon. Sean then repeated his “party piece” and the boys again used the ball effectively to allow Aiden Quigley to kick another major.

It seemed as if the team had realised the value of thinking about how to use the ball more efficiently and Callum Porter, Quigley and Masterson combined with vision and skill to set up Will Broadbent for a crucial gaol.

The Power was on a roll but began to miss gettable opportunities and, as if on script, the Jets scored a very easy goal on the rebound from one of these misses.

More chances were wasted late in the term but, by the long break, the Power led by four points and seemingly was ready to take control of the match.

Statistically, it wasn’t too hard to see why the Power had seized the initiative, as it had double the number of inside fifties compared to the Jets and, even more importantly, it had applied a huge number of crunching tackles all over the ground.

Another key factor was the move of the

club’s hardest onballer, Callum Porter, into defence and he initiated many positive attacking forays as well as shutting down his opponent’s influence.

One downside was the fact another tough-nut, Nick Hogan, was injured and unable to make a significant contribution for the rest of the match.

Early in the third term, the Power maintained its momentum but was again off target despite being so clever in the use of the ball to set the opportunities.

It took some outstanding forward pressure by Cody Henness to set up McGannon for his second and, from the resultant centre bounce, Sale team mates, Stephenson and Hogan linked up to allow Broadbent to kick a crucial goal.

The Power was playing the best team oriented football for the year so far and seemed to be exploiting its renowned fitness to ensure it continued.

To illustrate this, Kyle Reid and Julian Patterson were able to move the ball from full back into attack and Henness finished off with a fine goal.

Fellow key defender Sean Masterson seemed inspired by Kyle’s excellent play and combined with Jack Hudson and Boad-

ie Motton to let Mosquito use his magical skills to finish off their excellent ball use.

With minutes to go, the Power was almost five goals ahead and looking likely to do as it had done in each game this season, win the last quarter.

However, the Jets had other ideas and kicked a very easy and important goal to reduce the Power’s lead to 21 points by the last change.

The Jets regained the initiative after some soft free kicks gave them two goals and the Power was under extreme pressure to maintain the lead.

They began to miss easy goals and to add insult to in injury, a resultant turnover from one of these misses, allowed them to get within one kick of the Power on the scoreboard.

The final indignity for the Power came when the Jets kicked the match winning goal and, what seemed to be a very winnable game was lost.

Final scores, Western Jets 9.20.74, defeated engie Gippsland Power 9.16 .70 points.

Goal kickers: Irving Mosquito, Matt McGannon and Will Broadbent 2, Nick Hogan, Aiden Quigley and Cody Henness 1.

PAGE 42 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

SPORT |

thestar.com.au

• SOCCER

Stars take control

IT turned out to be a great day by the time the Inverloch Seniors took to the pitch to play Mirboo North at 3pm on Sunday, and the Stars were shining from the kick off.

Buoyed by last week’s convincing win and clean sheet, the Inverloch team knew it was in for a tough game, as is always the case when you line up against the Mirboo North team.

The Stars started really well, continuing the passing game that had served them so well the previous week.

Gene Parini and Stuart Hutchison were marshalling the midfield and providing the opportunity for Gerson Pacheco and Tim Thornby to attack down the left and right hand sides.

Thornby released Michael McLean down the left, who put

in an inch-perfect cross to allow San Oo to start the scoring for the Stars.

The Stars controlled the game with Patrick Gilbert and Denis Landron guiding the defence and snuffing out any attack from Mirboo North throughout the first half; but weren’t able to make their dominance pay until San Oo scored just before half time, squeezing the ball in from a tight angle.

The second half started with the Stars seeming even more confident than they had been in the first half.

They played some magnificent football; crisp, accurate passing carved up the Mirboo North team for the Stars’ third goal. Starting from defence, some majestic passing between James Bremner, Thornby and McLean lead to another beautifully taken goal by San Oo. The Stars’ strength and depth was on display as they were able to bring Anthony Collins on from the bench in

both halves to bolster the Stars’ midfield.

Collins’ strength on the ball and reading of the game added an additional weapon to the Stars’ arsenal.

Hitting the post in the first half, he was pushed further up the pitch in the second and scored a wonderful debut goal, chipping the unfortunate Mirboo North keeper from 35 yards.

Another flowing move from the Stars, starting on the right with Aaron Fraser, ended with a fantastic header from Jordan Thomas.

At five-nil the Stars maintained control in the closing stages, with strong tackling from Sean McCrossan and Marco Orr keeping the Mirboo North strikers at bay.

A solid game from Eli Cousins in goal and Morlay You rounded off a great start to the season and another clean sheet for the Stars.

Reserves The Inverloch Stars Re-

Tough competition: Lucas Iddon-Tauvry from Inverloch Stars tackles the ball with Lily Loudoun-Shand from Mirboo North.

serves were confident off the back of last week’s game, and started the game off strongly against their Mirboo North opposition.

The Stars dominated the first half, but Mirboo North played well and at half time it was two to one to the Inverloch Stars. The Stars started strongly again in the second half, but the day was all about a hat trick hero from Inverloch.

Mark Farmer bathed himself in glory with a hat trick, showing strength, skill and unfailing determination to net three goals and ensured the win for the Stars.

It was a great team performance, but Farmer’s ability to put the chances away really made the difference.

He was ably supported with goals from Aaron Fraser, Joe Licciardi and Eddy Halaijian but the day belonged to Farmer.

The Stars finished the game seven to four winners.

U14s In a match between two quality outfits, Inverloch dominated possession and the shot count in the first half, yet an inaccurate Inverloch struggled to pull apart the well organised Mirboo North back four.

Despite Maverick Matheson’s leadership and coolness from the back, Inverloch went behind zero to one through a nice Mirboo North counterattack and finish.

A change of game plan at the break saw goals from Inverloch’s front three Liam, Toby and Luca G. Inverloch, who were looking in control, were victim to a late hat-trick from Mirboo North’s clinical striker, as the young Inverloch defensive structure fell apart in a game which they could have won

comfortably.

Final score: Inverloch 3 – Mirboo North 4 U10s The increasing enthusiasm for the game was highlighted the Stars welcomed some new U10s to the team.

With 18 players to rotate, it was terrific how everyone shared and understood the need to make regular changes off the bench.

With that many players in the game, it is a great chance to practice learning to play either as a defender, midfield or attacker.

What’s more, all players appear to be listening to the coach’s messages, and the improvement in the teamwork in just the second week was obvious.

Regardless of each player’s individual skill level, all players appeared to be gaining confidence, which translates into enthusiastic play and fun for all.

This is the type of spirit that is really pleasing to see and makes for a good game for everyone.

“It was really good today to see how our defenders practiced keeping in a line forming a wall along half way line when the ball was down with our attackers, as well as protecting our goalkeeper. I really noticed how great our passing and team play was in the defence and midfield. We will work on doing more passing with our forwards going towards goal,” coach Luke Wilkinson said.

A fabulous team effort meant Inverloch Stars were able to score at regular intervals without one player dominating the score card, and a couple of exciting goals and play making from Mirboo North made for a great game.

TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area.

To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below.

Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90

At Point Lonsdale

MAY Time

3 WED

4 THUR

5 FRI

6 SAT

7 SUN

8 MON

9 TUE

height (metres)

0432 1032 1734 2300

1.55 0.27 1.69 0.59

0523 1119 1826 2349

1.49 0.36 1.61 0.61

0621 1208 1920

1.42 0.47 1.53

0045 0733 1300 2016

0.64 1.36 0.58 1.47

0147 0848 1400 2114

0.65 1.34 0.68 1.42

0259 0959 1512 2210

0.64 1.36 0.75 1.40

0406 1104 1627 2304

0.60 1.42 0.79 1.40

All times shown in 24 hour clock 0001 - 1200..................AM 1201 - 2400..................PM

Technique: Grace Farmer from Inverloch Stars dribbles the ball.

Talented: Julian Rosse about to score in U12’s nine to three win against Lang Lang United. Photo courtesy of Rose Hurst.

‘Burra juniors star KORUMBURRA City Soccer Club held its first home game for the season against Lang Lang United on Sunday.

Kicking off in style, the U14 squad opened the day’s games with a handy eight to three win.

The Korumburra players shared the goals around, Riley Olden netting three, Julien Rosse two, and Julio Decarlo, Harrison Clark and Liam Richards each scoring one.

The U16s managed their first win for some time; it was smiles all round for the mixed boys/girls side taking a convincing four to zero victory.

Coach Joe Veltri couldn’t have been happier.

Lang Lang was right in the game but couldn’t get the ball past Burra’s keeper Joel Findlay.

Korumburra’s Aiden Hall managed a hat trick, netting three fantastic goals and a goal assist to Riley Olden late in the game. Korumburra’s defence of Kieran Lewis, Amelia Hurst, Zeth Austin and Dakota Decarlo stood tall continually feeding midfielders Aaron Lopez-Freeman, Peter Veltri and Estelle Rosse who in turn pushed the ball on to the attackers Hall and Olden.

The U12’s managed their second win of the season, two from two for the well oiled machine.

“I was really pleased with the U12 team today, not because they won by so much, but because they played as a team, played their positions and backed each other up. There was quick throw ins and some fantastic through balls. Well done team, ” coach Graham Beech said.

A nine to three win proved that they are a team to be watched this season.

The multiple goal scorers were Decarlo, Richards, Rosse and Clark.

Midfielders and defenders had plenty of the ball and shared around accurate kicks with pin point accuracy passes.

Fern Hurst played an outstanding game in defence, taking on much bigger opponents and winning the ball.

U15 Girls – bye The Reserves fought hard but were unable to take the win from Lang Lang, a two to five loss.

Aidan Richards scored both Burra’s goals.

Highlight of the match was a spectacular save by Korumburra’s keeper Michael Smith, a super fast reaction deflecting a rocketing ball over the cross bar.

The women’s team tried hard up against a depleted Lang Lang side, ending the match with a zero to five loss.

Injuries came thick and fast for Korumburra, who looked slow compared to the fast paced attackers from Lang Lang.

Three Korumburra players left the pitch injured and sat out the remainder of the game.

Korumburra, missing some key players from last winning team, just couldn’t get through Lang Lang’s tough defence, whereas Lang Lang made the most of a rapid start solidly scoring four in the first half with one from an own goal off Korumburra’s defence during a corner kick.

Korumburra ended the first half with Eve Geddes suffering a hard hit from a ball to the face knocking her to the ground.

Korumburra regrouped at half time and stepped up the pace early, inspired by a fantastic save from keeper Treen Stoel, but it wasn’t to be Burra’s day as many shots just didn’t find the net.

The Seniors game was close most of the match with Lang Lang hitting the net first and continuing to hold off a very determined Korumburra side.

It was a two to five loss to the home side, which was in with a chance to draw or win but instead conceded two late goals.

It wasn’t to be Korumburra’s day as Lang Lang relentlessly attacked for the whole 90 minutes.

Burra’s keeper Adam Richards excelled in goals saving many shots; by far the best game played by the two rivals and in a pleasingly good spirit.

Next week Korumburra City is at home to Wonthaggi United with U12s, U15 Girls, U16, Women’s and Seniors teams playing.

• Croquet

Leongatha retain the shield THE LeonBurra Shield annual challenge was hosted by the Korumburra Croquet Club last Saturday.

The LeonBurra Shield is a handicap competition played every year between Leongatha and Korumburra, each club entering five doubles teams.

It was a hard fought competition with Leongatha winning 13 games to 12.

These scores indicate how close the contest played out with hoops scored also close, Leongatha scoring 143 hoops and Korumburra 136.

Korumburra put on a great day, which

ran very smoothly, turning on lovely weather and culminating in a very enjoyable afternoon tea supplied by the Korumburra members.

Leongatha were very happy to take home the shield which was kindly donated by the South Gippsland Shire Council.

Congratulations also to Mary Ann Kinnish, who won the internal club Singles Handicap contest this year.

Anyone wishing to come and try the great game and join in the fun is welcome to come along on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons at 1pm; please wear flat soled shoes, and use of equipment and coaching is free.

Leongatha wins: Korumburra president Joan Hopkins presents the Leonburra Shield to Leongatha president Merry Dyson-Holland.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 43

BOWLS | SPORT

thestar.com.au Inverloch

Great effort: Toora’s Terry Corcoran, Donny Lawson and Ray Letcher were congratulated on a great last day by Karen Dorling, representing Toora and District Community Bank.

Fish Creek THE ladies division of the Fish Creek Bowls Club held its annual general meeting on Wednesday, April 19.

Christine McClean remains president with Meree Bath as vice president.

Eileen Bell will take up the duties of secretary.

Further positions will be decided at the next meeting.

The final Summer Turkey Triples, sponsored by Toora and District Community Bank, was held on Thursday, April 27.

The Winners on the day were the Meeniyan team comprising Max Brown, Dudley Harrison and Robbie Butterworth.

Runner up was the Toora group, Alan Spooner, David Legg and Tony Brown.

Best last game was awarded to another Toora team, Terry Corcoran, Ray Letcher and Don Lawson.

Prizes were presented by Karen Dorling, representing Toora and District Community

Appreciation: Fish Creek Bowls Club president Tim McLean thanked Jeff Pendergast for umpiring during the 2016/17 season.

Bank.

President Tim McLean gave a special thank you to Jeff Pendergast from Leongatha for umpiring for the entire season of 2016/17.

This draws to a close the summer bowling season at Fish Creek, as there will be no winter bowls held this year.

Kindly diarise all of the following dates.

The presentation night will be on Friday, May 5.

The monthly casserole night and the club’s annual general meeting will be on Wednesday, May 17.

Both functions will be held at the clubrooms.

Runner up: Toora’s Alan Spooner, Tony Brown and David Legg came in second in Fish Creek’s Summer Turkey Triples. They were congratulated by Toora and District Community Bank representative Karen Dorling.

Mardan indoor THIS week, there were two mats down; some with three players and some with four.

President Ann Plowman announced they would play three games of eight ends with the winners moving at the end of game one and toss for the third game.

Three teams started off well with a win each then promptly fell into a hole loosing the second game.

A couple of teams redeemed themselves to win the third game.

The runner up team comprised of Graeme Trease (lead) Theresa Bateman0 (second), Jeanette Grady (third) and skipped by Vito Serafino.

They had a score of two wins and 11 ends.

The winning team also had two wins and ended up with 13 ends to take the night.

They were skipped Russell Grady, Denyse Menzies (lead), and John McColl played second.

Russell’s team members played well. The evening turned out to be a rather satisfying for the team.

They had the usual supper and said good bye to a couple of long standing members who like the ducks go north for winter.

The club said hello to Jeanie Baker, and hopes to see her back soon.

That’s about it for this week.

South Gippsland Indoor Bias Bowls Association AFTER the second game of pennant, there has been a complete ladder reshuffle.

Mardan proved a little too strong for Buffalo on the night, with an easy win and the other two games were closely fought out with Foster Fishys winning by nine shots to Korumburra Blue and Korumburra White winning by five shots to Dumbalk.

Sunday saw the association host a ‘Hospital Day’ at

Dumbalk hall.

There was a great turnout of 40 players with four visiting teams from across the valley.

A great day was had by all. Lots of fun all round, followed by a scrumptious afternoon tea.

A big thank you goes to all and a good sum was raised on the day which will be distributed to the local hospitals.

Sunday, May 7, will see the association play the Mid Gippy challenge at Trafalgar.

Hope to see you all around the mats.

Happy bowling to all.

Ladder Mardan.................. 8... +27 K’burra White ...... 8... +13 Foster Fishys ......... 4.... +1 K’burra Blue ........ 2......-9 Buffalo ................... 2....-19 Dumbalk................. 0....-13

Foster Indoor Bowls IT’S the second week of indoor bowls at Foster.

THE final Wednesday social bowls for the season didn’t happen as the weather wasn’t up to bowling even though some of the members might have been.

The News and Views was held before the scheduled bowling to update what has been happening around the club.

Next season, the ladies will have social bowls on a Thursday and men’s social bowls will move to Wednesday.

The bowling committee hopes that will help increase the number of players for social bowls as many found it hard to play another game the day after Pennant.

It will also start monthly get togethers, scheduled for the first Thursday of the month starting at the beginning of next summer season.

Please refer to the noticeboard for members who have agreed to help with other responsibilites.

Last Thursday social bowls fixture was played in ‘marginal’ bowling weather, but 18 hardy bowlers formed six teams to play two games of two-bowl triples and finished in time to carry out the annual ballot for Saturday pennant selectors.

Only one team managed to win both games.

Winners, with 34 points were Rob Howard’s (trouserless) team of Bruce Corrigan and Richard Huntriss.

Runners-up, with 22 points, were Gary Hardy (S), Peter Dalmau and David Turnbull.

The annual Skirts vs.

Shirts, which is the last bowling event for the season, was held on Saturday, April 29.

The club was very lucky with the weather.

There were 52 players sorted into triples and fours.

The ladies have been unable in the last few years to be successful in winning the trophy but were quietly confident this was the season.

There were two games of 10 ends played before they retreated to the clubrooms for a delicious afternoon tea.

Thanks to all ladies and men who supplied the welcomed goodies.

As the match committee totalled up the shots for the men and ladies teams, raffles

There was a good roll up of 13 players both weeks.

It was great to see some new faces and some old ones coming back for the challenge.

The first night was two bowl triples, (one player decided to put their feet up and watch).

Winning team on the night was Bev Tyers, Ray Wheeler and Peter Stapleton with two good wins.

This Saturday’s winning team was Ian Park, Ian Rogers and Rosa Raiti, the best two game winners on the night.

The club seems to be off to a great start but there is plenty of room for more.

If you are interested in having a game it’s on Saturday nights at the bowls club, names in by 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start, $4- to play.

Light supper to follow.

Phone names in to the club at 5682 2061, or for further details phone Bev on 0408 369 298.

Shirts: the best men’s team was skippered by Ross Gabb with Arthur Moule and Laurie Gabell contributing to the 33 shots up over two games. were drawn and won by John Sutcliffe, Nellie Martin, Jack Miller, Jewel Huntriss, Pam Sutcliffe, Keith Cousens and Richard Huntriss.

The shots up tally had the men’s teams at 181 shots up to the ladies teams at 131 shots up. Congratulations to the Shirts Team, winners yet again of the trophy.

The best men’s team was Laurie Gabell, Arthur Moule and Ross Gabb.

The best ladies team was Rita Everitt, Linda Gallyot and Shirley Phillipson.

Winter bowls will begin on Wednesday, May 10, starting at 11am.

It will be a mixed mufti format and played on Wednesdays and Sundays until August.

Names are to be in by 10am if you are interested.

Congratulations to the team of Frank Seaton, Ron Burge and Wayne Parks who were silver medalists in the Victorian State Triples Championships held in Bendigo.

In what can only be described as a match to be remembered, the boys kept

pace with a very strong team from Warnambool (West Coast).

At many stages, scores were level, two all, six all, nine all and 12 all.

Going into the last end two shots down the boys picked up one to go down 13-14.

To get to the finals, the boys had to defeat Murray Mallee, Yarra MCC and Bendigo Campaspe; a great effort and representation for the club. Well done and congratulations Michael Bowman in a composite men’s pairs team with Alex Houston (sub) did well winning his first two matches but came across a stronger team in Northern Gateway.

The club’s annual general meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 3, starting at 7.30pm. All welcomed to attend.

The Southwest Gippsland Mid Week Bowls will be held at Inverloch on Thursday, May 4.

There is a list in the clubrooms were you can add your name if interested in

playing in this mixed mufti competition.

Please indicate the position you prefer, which will help the organisers make up teams.

Be at the club by 10.30am for an 11am start.

Barrie Lester will be at the club on Tuesday, May 9, for an interactive bowling demonstration.

Barrie is a member of the Australian Squad, the Jackaroos, competing at the upcoming Commonwealth Games in 2018.

The program for the day will start with a presentation about Aero Bowls.

A question and answer session about products and being a better bowler will follow.

On the greens, players will receive coaching advice on technique and the best ways to practice.

It is a very interactive and fun session.

Be sure to mark your diary for May 9 from 10am.

Skirts: the best ladies team was Shirley Phillipson’s team of Linda Gallyot and Rita Everitt.

Well done: The final Thursday social bowls for the season was won by Richard Huntriss, Bruce Corrigan and Rob Howard.

PAGE 44 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

SPORT | GOLF

thestar.com.au Lang Lang

Winners: Kerrie and Tim Davey win the Anzac Day 4BBB with 45 points.

Leongatha THE second round of the W McCaughan 4BBB Par and Scratch event was completed on Saturday, and this year there was a very exciting and close finish in the Handicap event.

With mother nature dishing out some wet and challenging conditions this weekend, some of the leaders from the first week (best score +10 by Chris Leaver and Peter Hartigan) fell by the wayside.

The Scratch winners of this year’s event were Barry Attwood and Russell Williams

with a two round total of 149 from Trevor Rickard and Steve Fisher on 160, and a shot away third on 161 was Ryan Thomas and Rod Brown.

The Par event was a much closer, with three groups on +12.

The eventual winners on count back were John Dumont and Alan Kuhne from Russell Williams and Barry Attwood and Peter Hartigan and Chris Leaver.

One shot behind on +11 was the team of Jason Dennerley and Leroy Sharrock.

John Dummett and Alan

• Leongatha Badminton

Badminton starts tonight THE 2017 Leongatha badminton season will begin in earnest on Tuesday, May 2.

The club is excited with the new players who have come to the club and look forward to a promising year.

Teams as follows: Kia: Neil Jeremiah, Shaun Helms, Brayden Krohn, Tom Dudley.

Mazda: Trent Hughes, Matthew Oomman, Jamie Davidson, Brae Byrne.

Honda: Greg Marshman, Neil Langstaff, Simon Perks, Jo Parsons.

Toyota: Steve Johnson, Joel Langstaff, Ian Cole,

Karsten Krohn.

Nissan: Frank Dekker, Nigel Grimes, Phil Munro, Lyn Missen.

Subaru: Josh Almond, Gary McGrath, Matt Patterson, Gail Beer.

Holden: Tim Bright, Alan McEachern, Arthur Grabham, Rhonda Newton.

Ford: Paul Robinson, Mike Timpano, Glen Kleeven, Muiren Healy / Dom O’Brien.

If any players have queries they can contact either Rhonda Newton or Frank Dekker.

We will be having a different format this season which will create great interest.

Good luck to all.

DATE: Tuesday, April 25 Event: Anzac Day Stableford – Autumn Week of Golf.

Field: 46 (morning).

Winner: Brett Mottrom (5) 39. Runner up: Jaymes Leahy (9) 38. NTP: fifth Glenn Dignan 134cm, ninth Doug Collins 399cm, 12th Brett Mottrom 580cm and 15th Jim Welsh 715cm. DTL: Michael Fahey 38, Tony Ambrus 37, Rod Batt 37, Nicholas Jones 36, Glenn Dignan 36, Garry Walters 35 and Will Christensen 35 Date: Tuesday, April 25 Event: Anzac Day 4BBB. Field: 44 (Afternoon).

Winners: Tim Davey and Kerrie Davey 45 points. Runner up: Ruth May and Greg Kuhne also took out the daily event with a very good score in the conditions of +8 in a count back from Barry Attwood and Russell Williams.

Balls were awarded to the teams of David Barrack and Ian Watson, Ron Findlay and Darrell Prior, Jason Dennerley and Leroy Sharrock, Steve Fisher and Trevor Rickard, Andrew Smith and David Forbes, Nick Lafferty and Peter Stivic and Bryan Sword and Mark Anderson.

NTPs were Barry Attwood on the 14th and Barry Stevens on the 16th.

Only a few dedicated golfers braved the wet conditions on Tuesday with Coralie Baker doing best with 34 points.

Balls were won by Daniel Ruffin and Mark Anderson.

Thursday was a Four Person Ambrose event with the team of Arthur Nilsson, Michael Thomas, Mark Warby and John Renwick taking the honours with a net 55.

Balls were awarded to the teams of John Simon, Antony Roberts, Trevor Seebeck and Denis Wallace, Ian Trease, Graham Hoskin, Alan Sperling and Bruce Cathie, Ian Watson, Hugh Goodman, Jim Arnott and Ian Nunn, Alan Kuhne, John Dumont, Bruce Clark and Paul Luck, Karen and Colin Bear, Maryanne Gartner and Allan Schache.

NTPs were John Simon on

Austin 44 C/B. NTP: fifth Sue Thwaites, ninth Bill Hutchins, 12th Bill Hutchins and 15th Ruth May. DTL: Pat Randall and Ken Mooney 44, Sue Purser and Peter Cooke 43, Anne De Leeuw and Marten De Leeuw 42, Keith and Cheryl Stockdale 42, Peter Johnson and Aileen Armour 42, and Rob Wedlock and Cath Welch 42.

Congratulations to Kerrie and Tim Davey on taking out the Anzac Day mixed 4BBB event with 45 points.

Date: Thursday, April 27 Event: Henry Hatch 4BBB Par. Field: 71.

Henry Hatch winners: Rod Cameron (17) and Mal McKenna (2) plus nine. Runners up: Rod Batt (19) and Michael the 14th hole and Arthur Nilsson on the 16th.

Leongatha ladies NO competition due to weather conditions.

Saturday, April 29.

Mixed Individual Par Winner: Gino Hennequin (10) Wonthaggi Golf Club -1 Down the line: Joshua Snibson RACV Club -2 and Anne Gibson -4.

Korumburra THERE were 27 players on Saturday, April 29 for a stableford competition.

A Grade: (12 hcp) I. Cash 38 pts, R. Ludenia 37, P. Hop0kins 35, T. Herbert 35, P. Johnson 34, S. Rose 34.

B Grade: (16 hcp) B. Pope 39 pts, G. Bull 35.

Nearest the pin: 1st J. Stein, 7th T. Herbert, 10th N. Leppin, 13th M. Belvedere.

Tuesday’s winner was P. Vanagtmaal 36 pts and Thursday’s winner T. Fowles 37 pts.

Korumburra ladies UNFORTUNATELY, the greens were under water on Wednesday morning, so the start of Club Championships will now begin on May 3 and continue through until May 17.

There have been slight changes to the time sheet so please check your starting time.

Contact Heather Grist if you are unsure of your time or if there are any concerns.

Fahey (12) 8 C/B. NTP: fifth Ernie Rush 167cm, ninth Rick Pearce 47cm, 12th Ralph Stewart 52cm and15th Chris Hams 349cm. DTL: Tony Ambrus and Bill Stainsby 8, Nick De Hey and Ron Smith 5, Angie Peluso and Brian Tollkuhn 5, Chris Clark and John Lynch 5, Steve Pollock and Will Christensen 5, and Noel Bradford and Peter Gulliver 5.

Date: Friday, April 28.

Event: Ladies Lang Lang Cup – 4BBB Stableford.

Teams: 24.

Winners: Di Fraser (25) and Carol Lynch (34) - Lang Lang 46 points. Runner up: Susan Mongelli (40) and Lyn Bennett (35) - Cranbourne 45points. NTP: fifth Kerrie Davey, ninth Bec Thomas, This week will also be the May Monthly Medal competition, with the stall in operation and a committee meeting after presentations.

As there was no golf last week, a novelty indoors ninehole putting competition was held.

Much concentration was required to adapt to the new ‘greens’ with all competitors finding them lightning fast.

Much laughter and interest captivated the players and spectators, with semi finals and then a final between Jenny Blackmore and Jan Hewitt.

The floor boards were added for the 10th hole when scores were square.

This proved to be extra difficult for both girls but Jenny finally won the nail-biting playoff.

Last Friday, five members played in the Lang Lang Cup, a 4BBB event.

There were no wins from the club but the weather remained fine and the girls enjoyed the day.

The weather was damper than forecast and the conditions were somewhat heavy going for the small group of golfers on Saturday.

Deb Wrigley (24) was the winner with 24 pts and she also had a birdie on the first hole, after a lovely NTP. Lynette McIvor was NTP on the 13th green.

12th Jeanette Diss, and 15th Rhonda Boyd. DTL: Heather Richards and Tricia Borman 44, Leanne Marshall and Cheryl Stockdale 43, Jeanette Diss and Rhonda Boyd 43, Sue Van Gaal and Kirra Moon-Curry 42, and Lee Andrews and Ruth May 42.

Date: Saturday, April 29 Event: 2017 Lang Lang Cup - Stroke. Field: 175.

Lang Lang Cup winner: Mal McKenna 72. Grades A: Tony Andrews (11) 68 and runner up: Mal McKenna (2) 70.

Grades B: Troy Robins (14) 70 and runner up: Ray Orchard (18) 71. Grades C: Peter Farren (22) 67 and runner up: David Taggert (22) 68. NTP: fifth Gary Barker 610cm, ninth Dan Cameron 61cm, 12th Shane A reminder of the combined presentation night planned for Saturday, May 20.

This is a chance to meet up with fellow golfers and their partners.

The major trophies will be presented, followed with entertainment provided by Fiona Curram, at the cost of just $5.

If you are able to attend, please add your name to the list in the bar.

Woorayl APRIL’S Monthly Medal was contended with 43 players hitting off.

The winner and best score for the day was the A Grade winner T Hogan 68 net.

B Grade went to B Fennell 72 net and C Grade went to B. Collier 76 net. Well done to the major winners.

Balls down the line went to B. Robjant, M Luscombe, T. Walters, M. Smith, A. McEachern, C. Hall, R. Winkler, T. Williams and G. Ennoss.

Nearest the pins went to L. Lancaster on the eighth and the 17th P. Rayson.

Best putter for the day was C. Hall – 25 putts.

Raffle winner was the Hermen’s Syndicate, well done to all winners.

Next week we have a Stableford event. Good luck to all that take cards out.

South Gippsland golf Division 1 (at Foster Golf

Penguins win Swimmers amaze WONTHAGGI North Primary School awarded its house swimming champions at an assembly last week.

First race: U9 swimmers Sophie, Charlotte and Sybil kicked off Wonthaggi North Primary School’s house swimming sports in the 50 metre freestyle.

The swimming sports were held before the end of term one.

The champions were; Nine years old: Charlotte Crellin and Sam Carter.

10 years old: Edward Cross.

11 years old: Olivia Bramley and Jaxon Foon.

12 years old: Kade Rigby.

Congratulations to Powlett Penguins, which was presented with the house swimming shield.

Age champions: Edward Cross, Olivia Bramley, Jaxon Foon, Kade Rigby, Sam Carter and Charlotte Crellin performed extremely well at Wonthaggi North Primary School’s house swimming sports.

LEONGATHA Primary School’s U10 relay team came second in the state following School Sport Victoria State Swimming carnival recently.

Held at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Jhett Brown, Ayden Williams, Isaac Bolge and Thomas McKenzie teamed up for the 50x4 relay.

With a time of 2.33.17,

the boys narrowly missed first place to Scotch College by 0.60 seconds.

Nicolette Wight also competed at state level in the 11 year old girls’ 50 metre backstroke.

She came in third with a time of 38.09 seconds.

The relay team and Nicolette each won regionals in Sale and earned their spots at the state competition.

The school was proud of their efforts and congratulated them at an assembly late last

Great race: from left, Thomas McKenzie, Jhett Brown, Isaac Bolge and Ayden Williams competed in the U10 relay and came in a close second at the School Sport Victoria State Swimming carnival recently.

week.

Leongatha Secondary College had a sole representative at states in Josh Wight.

Josh competed in the butterfly (fifth, 32.15), freestyle (seventh, 30.77) and backstroke (fifth, 35.43).

Nicolette Wight: achieved third place in 11 year old girls’ 50 metre backstroke at the School Sport Victoria State Swimming carnival held at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre.

O’Brien 355cm, 15th Shane Jackson 310cm, and 18th Dan Cameron 129cm. Ladies NTP: fifth Maria Warburton 650cm.

Ladies winner: Paula Sweeney (22) 37. Runner up: Kerri McKenna (18) 34. DTL: Peter Sellers 70, Chris Newman 70, Phil Lane 71, Clint Williams 71, Henk Mauriks 71, James Hedrick 71, Jason Moran 71, Bill Taberer 71, George Morozoff 72, Colin Casey 72, Ricky Appleyard 72, Gary Burgess 72, Bradley Carey 72, Laurie Burgess 72, Jaymes Leahy 72, Shane Jackson 73, Roger Parker 73, Ron Smith 73, Chris Roberts 73, Peter Caust 73, Brenton Adams 73 and Grant Close 73.

Club): Lang Lang 4 defeated Meeniyan 3; Wonthaggi 5 defeated Woorayl 2.

Division 2 (at Foster Golf Club): Leongatha 6 defeated Phillip Island 1; Korumburra 4 defeated Foster 3.

Division 3 (at Woorayl Golf Club): Foster 4 defeated Meeniyan 3;Woorayl 4 defeated Leongatha 3.

Division 4 (at Korumburra Golf Club): Korumburra 4 defeated Lang Lang 3; Wonthaggi 7defeated Phillip Island 0 (W/O).

Division 5 (at Wonthaggi Golf Club): Lang Lang 4 defeated Wonthaggi 3; Leongatha 6 defeated Welshpool 1.

Division 6 (at Wonthaggi Golf Club): Phillip Island 4 defeated Aussie Golf 3; Korumburra 7 defeated Wooray1, 0.

Ladders Division 1 Wonthaggi ........ 4 – 20 .... (50.76%) Meeniyan.......... 2 – 20 .... (52.08%) Lang Lang ........ 2 – 17 .... (48.30%) Woorayl ............ 2 – 13 .... (48.84%) Division 2 Leongatha......... 4 – 21 .... (53.75%) Korumburra...... 4 – 19 .... (51.06%) Foster ................ 1 – 16 .... (46.72%) Phillip Island .... 1 – 14 .... (48.37%) Division 3 Woorayl ............ 4 – 18 .... (50.87%) Foster ................ 3 – 18 .... (49.30%) Meeniyan.......... 2 – 20 .... (52.13%) Leongatha......... 1 – 14 .... (47.58%) Division 4 Lang Lang ........ 4 – 18 .... (53.16%) Korumburra...... 2 – 16 .... (51.08%) Wonthaggi ........ 1 – 13 .... (49.14%) Phillip Island .... 1 – 9 ...... (46.56%) Division 5 Lang Lang ........ 4 – 19 .... (54.41%) Leongatha......... 3 – 21 .... (48.48%) Welshpool......... 3 – 16 .... (48.96%) Wonthaggi ........ 0 – 14 .... (48.37%) Division 6 Korumburra...... 4 – 27 .... (57.12%) Phillip Island .... 3 – 20 .... (52.19%) Woorayl ............ 3 – 17 .... (50.00%) Aussie Golf ...... 0 – 6 ...... (40.47%)

Foster THURSDAY, April 27 Stableford Winner: Jim Parry 41 points.

NTP: fourth Nev Thompson and 17th Robert Fulton. DTL: Nev Thompson 40 points, John Mathers 38 points and Fred Tyers 38 points.

Friday, April 28 Chook Run Winner: Geoff Nott 23 points. NTP: sixth B. Amreister. DTL: P. Spencer 21 and D. Studham 20.

Saturday, April 29 Par Winners: A Grade Phil Schofield +2. B Grade: Athol McGrath -1 c/b. NTP: fourth .

P. Dight, sixth N. Cooper, 13th S. Canning and 17th P. Schofield. DTL: S. Canning +2, P. Dight 0 and D. Knee 0. Nine holes: D. Knee.

Pennant Sunday, April 30, at Foster Division 2 : Foster vs. Korumburra – Foster lost 4/3. Division 3: Foster vs. Meeniyan – Foster Won 5/2.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 45

| SPORT

thestar.com.au

New records at parkrun THIS week, 93 people ran, jogged and walked Inverloch’s course, of whom 10 were first timers and seven recorded new personal bests.

Awarded: Inverloch’s Max Wells (centre) was presented with his life membership at the Launch Party for the 56th Rip Curl Pro by Surfing Victoria CEO Adam Robertson and GM Elley Harrion. Photo courtesy of Peter Marshall.

Max receives surfing honours SURFING Victoria is proud to award the 18th life membership to Max Wells OAM. Max has been involved in all aspects of the sport of surfing, from management of the Victorian and Australian Surfing Teams, judging at Surfing Victoria events and event director of the Rip Curl Pro for 13 years.

Employed at Surfing Victoria for 16 years, of which he was CEO for 14 years, Max grew the organisation from two to eight staff members whilst financially securing the future of Surfing Victoria for years to come.

Surfing Victoria under his leadership has been a pioneer in Indigenous sport and recreation participation programs, along with tirelessly working towards gender equality with the creation of a state wide female surfing program.

Surfing Victoria’s chairman Paul Robson is proud to formally recognise Max’s commitment to Surfing Victoria.

“On behalf of Surfing Victoria, it is a great honour to provide Max Wells OAM

with a Life Membership,” he said.

“Max’s dedication and impact to the sport of surfing has been huge. He is viewed as a leader, mentor and friend within the surfing community.

“Surfing Victoria is indebted to Max for his passion, hard work and strategic direction provided to our sport.”

Max was also awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for service to surfing and to the community in 2014.

“Surfing Victoria has been a massive part of my life for over 25 years,” Max said.

“I am honoured to be awarded a life membership and join a small group of well deserving recipients.

“It is extremely special to be given the award and I would like to thank everyone who I have worked with over the past two decades, my family Deb, Sarah and Kate for all of their support and all of the members of Surfing Victoria during my time there.”

Max is still involved with Surfing Victoria in an advisory role and working at select events across the state.

South Gippsland Bridge Club FRIDAY, April 28, at Inverloch Week one of a three week competition State simultaneous pairs – (a state-wide competition) North/South First with a very deserving win from a sound pair of players was Julie and Ian Macphee with 61.01 percent. Second was the father son pair of Philip and Neville Chapman with an excellent 56.60 percent. Third with a lovely 54.17 percent was the stalwarts John Sutton and John Sullivan, and fourth with a fine 51.04 percent were Bron Sund and Frank Arndt.

East/West First with the fine score of 61.01 percent were the experienced team of Viv Westaway and Maurine Stiles. Second with 55.06 percent was the always reliable team of Hannah Martin and Margaret Munro. Third with 51.79

percent were the very steady team of Faye Rowlands and Pat West, and in fourth place were Norma Hannay and Marg Freeman with an excellent 51.49 percent.

Tuesday, April 25, at Tarwin Lower – pairs competition North/South First was the very skilled team of Jean Barbour and Greg Nicholson with 60.07 percent.

Second with an excellent 58.58 percent were the ever reliable Kathryn Smith and Colin Cameron. Third with 56.60 was the consistent pair of Faye Rowlands and Clive Hope. Fourth with a superb 55.21 percent was the new pair of Anne Sommerville and Susan Edwards.

East/West First with a fine 61.31 percent and the score of the week were Margaret Smith and Margaret Munro. Second with 57.44

percent was the reliable pair of Ruth Stevenson and Dawn Jolly. Third was the very skilled pair of Viv Westaway and Philip Chapman with 52.56 percent, and fourth with a very solid 49.40 percent were John Cocking and June Metcalf.

Monday, April 24, at Meeniyan – pair’s event First with an excellent 61.90 percent were Faye Rowlands and Frank Arndt. Second with 53.57 percent were Rachel Brown and Clive Hope, a fine result given this pair do not play together often. Third with a very sound 56.60 percent were Viv Westaway and Ineke De Graaf.

Viv has had an excellent week at the bridge table featuring in several competitions.

Please check out the website for details about competitions.

Representatives of five different clubs took part.

The event was made possible by eight volunteers.

Full results and a complete event history can be found on the Inverloch parkrun results webpage.

Male placings: Glenn Sullivan of Wonthaggi Road Runners was first over the line in 20:53 - 48th time in 114 appearances. Trent Allen of Wonthaggi Road Runners was second over the line in 20:55. Jason O’Reilly (VM40-44) of Wonthaggi Road Runners was third over the line in 21:01.

Female placings: Kate Sly (unattached) was first (fourth overall) over the line in 21:05 - second time in two appearances. Rachel H. Tattersall of Wonthaggi Road Runners

was second (12th overall) over the line in 23:19 - has been first to finish on four previous occasions. Fiona Richardson (unattached) was third (13th overall) over the line in 23:23 - was first to finish once before.

The three highest age grades were recorded by: Lily Whitehouse – 73.25 percent for the time 25:03 (20th overall). Rick Whitehouse – 72.77 percent for the time 21:29 (fifth overall). Michael Reddie – 71.00 percent for the time 23:51 (14th overall).

The female record is held

by Charlotte Wilson, who recorded a time of 00:18:11 on October 29, 2016.

The male record is held

by Stephen Rennick, who recorded a time of 00:16:36 on November 22, 2014.

The age grade course record is held by Lavinia Petrie who recorded 106.20 percent (22:03) on November 26, 2016.

Organisers of the Inverloch parkrun thanked its many volunteers for its continued support.

Congratulations: Inverloch parkrun’s Kirby Ireland presented Maximillan Brocklesby with his Junior 10 last week. Maximillan is under 10 and already has a personal best of 27:45.

Phillip Island hosts surf team challenge THE Archysurf team, captained by Luke Archibald, won the Phillip Island National Surfing Reserve’s 2017 Surf Team Challenge and Dave Fincher Memorial Trophy on the weekend.

Competition was fierce yet friendly at Saturday’s community surfing event and Archysurf is delighted to have finally taken out the prize after coming runner up every year since the competition began in 2014.

At 7.30am, the 99 competitors took it in their stride when decision was made to relocate the comp from Flynns to Smiths Beach.

The gutsy grommets (surfers aged 14 and under) were first to paddle out in each round and showed how it is done with displays of courage

Fierce competition: 11 surfing teams took to the Phillip Island National Surfing Reserve for the Surf Team Challenge and Dave Fincher Memorial Trophy on the weekend. Photo courtesy of Graeme Burgan. and skill.

After a solid eight hours of surfing action, the group met back at Woolamai Beach Surf Clubhouse for the all important presentation.

In the end it all came down to guts, determination, teamwork and skill, with Archysurf finally taking home the prize money along with the Dave Fincher Memorial Tro-

phy proudly presented by Dave’s daughter Michelle.

Second place was the Island Surfboards team, third, the Smiths Beach team and fourth place, Woolamai Hards.

• Wonthaggi Table Tennis

Wonthaggi players win again WONTHAGGI Table Tennis Association players Zach Anstey, Archie Paxton, Jack Duff and Beau Dobbins continue to bring home cash prizes from Victorian Championships and are definitely ‘on a run’.

On Saturday, 11 year old Beau and 12 year old Jack won the Albury/Wodonga Under 13 Doubles Championship, and Beau was runner up in the final of the Division 6 Singles event.

At the Albury/Wodonga Seniors Championships the following day, Zach Anstey won the hotly contested Division 2 event and was runner up in the final of

the Riverina Open Singles title and the Open Doubles.

The New Zealand Veteran Championships were played at Easter and Michael Ede came home with two gold medals, a silver and a bronze.

Congratulations to all the travelling junior, senior and veteran players.

The Wonthaggi B Grade Championships will be played on Thursday, starting at 6 pm.

The cost is $5 per player and there are various events.

Ladders: A Grade Wollemi Pines ......................24 21 (94) Willows ................................16 17 (86) Camelias...............................16 16 (74)

Blue Gum ...............................8 The Oaks ................................4 Wattle .....................................4 Undefeated: Justin Licis A Reserve Mator ....................................12 Rally Cars.............................12 The Classics ...........................8 Dodge Challengers .................8 Mercedes ................................8 Range Rovers .........................0 B Grade (final ladder) Rocket League .....................20 TMNT ..................................16 Butterfly ...............................16 Beater Busters ........................8 Hurricane (bye) ......................8 Bentley ...................................4 Speed Servers .........................0

12 (64) 11 (65) 7 (65)

20 18 19 17 17 14

(70) (75) (65) (63) (55) (60)

18 17 15 13 11 9 8

(37) (35) (33) (29) (28) (20) (16)

PAGE 46 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

SPORT | NETBALL

thestar.com.au

West Gippsland netball Results - Round 4

Contested: Bec Browne and Brylee Angwin compete for the ball. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning-@ fourcornersframing.biz.

Alberton netball Results - Round 5 April 29 A Grade: MDU 142 d DWWWW 2, Toora 26 drew Tarwin 26, Foster 44 d Stony Creek 26.

B Grade: MDU 83 d DWWWW 14, Toora 57 d Tarwin 43, Foster 58 d Stony

Creek 55.

C Grade: MDU 66 d DWWWW 8, Toora 35 d Tarwin 25, Foster 33 d Stony Creek 32.

17 & Under: MDU 96 d DWWWW 7, Toora 28 d Tarwin 13, Foster 40 d Stony Creek 14.

15 & Under: Toora 8 lt

Eyes up: MDU’s Jasmin Mackie puts a shot up under the pressure of Allies goal keeper Charlee Isles-Phillips.

Tarwin 13.

13 & Under: MDU 8 lt DWWWW 18, Toora 5 lt Tarwin 21, Foster 30 d Stony Creek 3.

Ladders A Grade MDU .............................364.81 Fish Creek ...................250.98 Foster............................119.31 Stony Creek .................120.00 Tarwin .............................59.51 Toora ...............................58.33 DWWWW ........................6.20 B Grade MDU .............................199.36 Toora ............................130.77 Fish Creek ...................152.94 Foster............................104.98 Stony Creek ....................70.64 DWWWW ......................36.89 Tarwin .............................72.49 C Grade MDU .............................261.48 Fish Creek ...................181.82 Foster..............................89.94 Toora ..............................79.72 Stony Creek ..................117.56 Tarwin .............................70.55 DWWWW ......................14.35 17 & Under MDU .............................400.00 Foster............................120.92 Fish Creek ...................156.86 Toora ..............................84.25 Tarwin .............................59.75 Stony Creek ....................43.43 DWWWW ......................15.25 15 & Under Fish Creek ...................312.50 Foster............................122.81 Tarwin ............................72.22 MDU ...............................69.84 Toora ...............................49.40 13 & Under Foster............................411.90 Tarwin ..........................530.77 Fish Creek ...................171.88 DWWWW .....................56.44 Toora ...............................35.11 MDU ...............................29.03 Stony Creek ....................16.52

20 16 12 8 2 2 0 18 14 12 8 4 4 0 20 12 12 8 4 4 0 20 16 12 4 4 4 0 12 8 8 4 0 20 16 8 8 4 4 0

Gippsland netball results Results - Round 3 A Grade: Bairnsdale 37 lt Warragul 48, Drouin 46 d Wonthaggi Power, Leongatha 42 lt Moe 49, Maffra 37 lt Morwell 48, Sale 27 lt Traralgon 69.

B Grade: Bairnsdale 46 d Warragul 34, Drouin 51 d Wonthaggi Power 34, Leongatha 47 d Moe 43, Maffra 39 drew Morwell 39, Sale 34 lt Traralgon 58.

C Grade: Bairnsdale 17 lt Warragul 52, Drouin 24 lt Wonthaggi Power 40, Leongatha 33 d Moe 19, Maffra 34 d Morwell 25, Sale 26 drew Traralgon 26.

Under 17: Bairnsdale 43 d Warragul 23, Drouin 38 d Wonthaggi Power 25, Leongatha 32 d Moe 31, Maffra 48 d Morwell 16, Sale 31 lt Traralgon 36.

Under 15: Bairnsdale 62 d Warragul 16, Drouin 20 lt Wonthaggi Power 29, Leongatha 48 d Moe 25, Maffra 32 lt Morwell 44, Sale 29 d Traralgon 27.

Under 13: Bairnsdale 53

d Warragul 11, Drouin 2 lt Wonthaggi Power 53, Leongatha 27 d Moe 18, Maffra 37 d Morwell 17, Sale 54 d Traralgon 15.

Ladders A Grade Traralgon ...................210.20 Morwell ......................145.45 Drouin ........................127.97 Leongatha ..................127.27 Warragul ......................84.21 Maffra............................91.74 Moe ...............................82.50 Bairnsdale .....................70.45 Wonthaggi Power ..........66.88 Sale................................61.49 B Grade Drouin ........................140.20 Leongatha ..................132.26 Moe .............................121.19 Traralgon ................... 114.52 Bairnsdale ..................102.90 Morwell .........................96.46 Sale................................81.63 Maffra............................94.70 Warragul ........................70.90 Wonthaggi Power ..........66.67 C Grade Warragul ....................228.57 Leongatha ..................191.23 Maffra ........................135.62 Traralgon ...................103.45 Wonthaggi Power ......109.64 Morwell .........................95.24

12 10 10 8 8 4 4 4 0 0 12 12 8 8 8 6 4 2 0 0 12 12 12 6 4 4

Drouin ........................... 74.11 4 Moe ...............................68.42 4 Sale................................96.43 2 Bairnsdale .....................41.50 0 Under 17 Maffra ........................169.23 12 Leongatha ..................122.99 12 Drouin ........................148.31 8 Moe .............................125.29 8 Sale ...............................91.74 4 Traralgon .......................90.74 4 Wonthaggi Power ..........90.38 4 Bairnsdale .....................89.92 4 Morwell .........................44.53 4 Warragul ........................66.02 0 Under 15 Sale .............................144.58 12 Wonthaggi Power ......131.71 12 Morwell ......................129.63 12 Bairnsdale ..................182.56 8 Leongatha .................. 110.10 8 Traralgon .....................122.62 4 Moe ...............................74.78 4 Drouin ...........................81.00 0 Maffra...........................53.23 0 Warragul ........................47.01 0 Under 13 Sale .............................781.25 12 Bairnsdale ..................346.88 12 Wonthaggi Power ......267.50 12 Morwell ......................267.50 8 Moe ...............................89.87 4 Traralgon .......................81.19 4 Maffra............................77.33 4 Leongatha......................64.52 4 Warragul ........................24.32 0 Drouin ...............................4.32 0

A Grade: Bunyip 24 lt Dalyston 40, Kilcunda-Bass 55 d Garfield 25, Phillip Island 34 lt KorumburraBena 45, Nar Nar Goon 37 lt Inverloch-Kongwak 44, Cora Lynn 36 lt Koo Wee Rup 47.

B Grade: Bunyip 17 lt Dalyston 24, Kilcunda-Bass 38 d Garfield 35, Phillip Island 48 lt Korumburra-Bena 68, Nar Nar Goon 17 lt Inverloch-Kongwak 62, Cora Lynn 43 d Koo Wee Rup 32.

C Grade: Bunyip 28 lt Dalyston 29, Kilcunda-Bass 24 lt Garfield 28, Phillip Island 20 lt Korumburra-Bena 35, Nar Nar Goon 35 drew Inverloch-Kongwak 35, Cora Lynn 30 d Koo Wee Rup 21.

Under 17: Bunyip 14 lt Dalyston 49, Kilcunda-Bass 32 d Garfield 22, Phillip Island 23 lt Korumburra-Bena 34, Nar Nar Goon 14 lt Inverloch-Kongwak 56, Cora Lynn 38 d Koo Wee Rup 23.

Under 15: Bunyip 20 d Dalyston 19, Kilcunda-Bass 29 d Garfield 10, Phillip Island 27 d Korumburra-Bena 14, Nar Nar Goon 11 lt Inverloch-Kongwak 40, Cora Lynn 34 d Koo Wee Rup 9.

Under 13: Bunyip 8 lt Dalyston 34, Phillip Island 18 d Korumburra-Bena 10, Nar Nar Goon 2 lt InverlochKongwak 20, Cora Lynn 19 drew Koo Wee Rup 19.

Ladders A Grade Korum-Bena ..............233.03 16 Koo Wee Rup .............185.71 12 Cora Lynn .................. 110.26 12 Inverloch-K’wak ....... 110.19 12 Dalyston ......................155.77 8 Nar Nar Goon.................91.61 8 Bunyip ..........................129.03 4

Phillip Island ..................92.27 4 Kilcunda-Bass ................47.83 4 Garfield ..........................25.89 0 B Grade Dalyston .....................156.67 16 Cora Lynn ..................141.56 16 Korum-Bena ..............163.77 12 Inverloch-K’wak .......137.43 12 Koo Wee Rup ............123.66 8 Bunyip ........................ 118.75 8 Phillip Island .............. 111.63 8 Kilcunda-Bass ..............48.44 4 Nar Nar Goon...............54.09 0 Garfield ........................29.54 0 C Grade Cora Lynn ..................187.74 20 Dalyston .....................217.05 16 Bunyip ........................219.18 12 Korum-Bena .............. 114.91 12 Koo Wee Rup ............178.41 8 Nar Nar Goon...............79.41 6 Phillip Island ................69.68 4 Garfield ........................38.07 4 Inverloch-K’wak ..........74.33 2 Kilcunda-Bass ..............30.81 0 Under 17 Dalyston .....................245.33 16 Inverloch-K’wak .......169.63 16 Korum-Bena ..............167.68 12 Cora Lynn ..................166.67 12 Phillip Island...............87.50 8 Bunyip ..........................67.76 8 Koo Wee Rup ...............90.74 4 Kilcunda-Bass ..............57.86 4 Nar Nar Goon...............47.40 4 Garfield ........................31.28 0 Under 15 Inverloch-K’wak .......169.70 20 Phillip Island..............315.22 16 Cora Lynn ..................183.33 12 Korum-Bena ..............170.00 8 Kilcunda-Bass............106.32 8 Bunyip ...........................91.30 8 Nar Nar Goon................67.52 8 Dalyston ........................ 82.11 4 Koo Wee Rup ................29.03 0 Garfield .........................18.83 0 Under 13 Cora Lynn ..................302.27 18 Korum-Bena ..............152.08 12 Phillip Island..............181.82 10 Bunyip ........................106.35 8 Inverloch-K’wak .........81.40 8 Dalyston ......................157.14 6 Koo Wee Rup ..............124.00 6 Nar Nar Goon................18.56 0 Garfield ...........................3.37 0 Kilcunda-Bass .................0.00 0

Mirboo North triumph over Hill End A Grade Mirboo North 58 d Hill End 30 Best: Abbey Nash. Coaches award: Emily Loh. The girls’ efforts could not be faulted. They will focus on keeping up the hard work at training so the wins keep coming.

B Grade Mirboo North 67 d Hill End 18 Best: Karli Densley.

Coaches award: Janet Bradley.

It was a strong win by the Tigers. It was pleasing to see the intensity was maintained throughout the whole game.

Coaches award: Tahlia McCormack.

It was a tough game today. The pressure down the court has improved. The girls will keep practicing passes and shooting to improve.

U15 Mirboo North 64 d Hill End 17 Best: Jaime Chila. Coaches Award: Lucy Edmonson.

It was a very wet and soggy game, but no one gave up.

There was great transitions down the court and amazing defensive pressure all over.

C Grade Mirboo North 37 d Hill End 19 Best: Gregoria Castello.

Coaches award: Alyce Turnbull.

It was a great team effort with everyone contributing to the first win for the season.

Hopefully it is just the start of things to come.

D Grade Mirboo North 24 d by Hill End 25 Best: Katie Symmons.

Coaches Award: Monique Giardina.

If the first half was as strong as the final half, the result would have been different. Great effort and team work. Training is starting to pay off.

U17 Mirboo North 27 d by Hill End 31 Best: Charlie Chila.

Down the court: Mirboo North’s A Grade wing defence Shona Chila calmly looks for her next pass after a turn over against Hill End.

Possession: Sarah McCahon assesses her options as Leongatha takes control of the ball.

Parrots netball A Grade Leongatha 42 lt Moe 49 Auction player - Nicola Marriott. Awards: Mika & Max - Sarah McCahon, Forage & Grind - Nicola Marriott, Rusty Windmill - Taylah Brown.

It was a very physical game from start to finish. The lead changed continuously throughout the first three quarters as we continued to drive onto the ball with repeated quick, sharp movements.

Unfortunately turnovers in the last quarter so Moe pulled away.

Great job girls for keeping your heads high and never giving up.

B Grade Leongatha 47 d Moe 43 Auction player - Kasie Rump. Awards: Lyn Rose Kasie Rump, Mika & Max - Jackie Smith, Evans Petroleum - Sara Riseley.

Big expectations were set as Moe was deemed to be our hardest game. Slowly Moe led the game with Parrots hot on their tail. With sudden injuries and numerous changes B Grade persisted to be fourth quarter champions thanks to

LDNA netball Results - Saturday, April 29 11 & Under Section 1: Mt Eccles Purple 10 d Mt Eccles Pink 5, Parrots 9 d Town 5, Mirboo North 12 d Mt Eccles Silver 5, St Laurence Maroon 7 drew St Laurence Blue 7.

11 & Under Section 2: Mirboo North 11 d Town 2, St Laurence 8 d Mt Eccles 3.

13 & Under: Mt Eccles Silver 9 d St Laurence Blue 9, Mirboo North Gold 24 d Mt Eccles Blue 3, Parrots 10 d Mt Eccles Purple 5, Town 14 d St Laurence Maroon 2, Mirboo North Purple 37 d St Laurence Gold 4.

15 & Under: Town Black 19 d St Laurence Maroon 13, Meeniyan & District 23 d Mirboo North 10, St Laurence Gold 17 d Town Tangerine 2, Mt Eccles Yellow 20 d Mt Eccles Blue 17.

17 & Under / C Grade: Mirboo North Gold 72 d Meeniyan & District 36, Town Black 33 d Town Tangerine 21, Mt Eccles 35 d Mirboo North Purple 28.

Open: St Laurence Maroon 34 d St Laurence Gold 28, Town Black 38 d Town Tangerine 36, Mt Eccles Blue 48 d Mt Eccles White 20.

some incredible turnovers, while keeping composure.

Once again girls you pushed the limits and made the game yours. Well done.

C Grade Leongatha 33 d Moe 19 Auction player - Dani Logan. Awards: Evans Petroleum - Danielle Logan, RSL - Melinda McLennan, Mika & Max - Elicia Garnham.

Great game girls, played out all four quarters to have a strong finish.

Under 17 Leongatha 32 d Moe 31 Awards: South Gippsland Therapy Centre - Zali Hill, A.W. Smith & Sons - Simone Dekker, Baker’s Delight - Taylah Brown.

Well done girls in an amazing, close game. Everyone put their bodies on the line and fought hard until the end.

Composure right throughout, great work.

Under 15 Awards: Bair’s Hotel Belle Grabham, McDonald’s - Keely Price, Baker’s Delight - Stacey Giliam.

What an absolute amazing game girls, everyone played a ripper of a game. We came out firing from the first whistle to the last whistle. Overall a great start to a winning streak.

Go Parrots.

Under 13 Leongatha 27 d Moe 18 Awards: Baker’s Delight Trace Patterson, McDonald’s - Zara Littlejohn, Serafino’s Kylah James.

We played an absolute ripper. Everyone really put in what Paris and Taylah have been teaching us in training.

LDNA umpires Saturday, May 6 11am: Sue Ritchie, Bek Vagg, Emma Smith, Cayli Lane, Anita Gourlay, Jesseme Arnason, Pat Kuhne, Mitch Price, Julie Grant, Lauren Baudinette, Erin Baudinette, Lori McKenzie.

12noon: Sue Ritchie, Amy Smith, Bridget Eldred, Robyn Harris, Jesseme Arnason, Chelsea Hoffman, Sam Anderson, Cayli Lane, Pat Kuhne, Jemma Caithness, Erin Baudinette, Maddie Brew.

1pm: Lauren Baudinette, Nikki Stockdale, Julie Grant, Mitch Price, Emma Smith, Lori McKenzie, Katrina Spark, Bek Vagg.

2:15pm: Mar Gourlay, Anita Gourlay, Anna Patterson.

Any queries, please contact Erin Baudinette 0448 487 492.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 47

| SPORT

thestar.com.au • Kilcunda Bass v. Garfield

Panthers stand strong against Garfield KILCUNDA Bass continued its good run of form with a 14 point win over a young Garfield side that refused to concede defeat until the final siren.

After some showers throughout the day, the skies cleared for the main event and both sides looked damaging early.

Returning from injury, Matt Moore got the home side off to a good start slotting the first goal for the day and his first for the year.

Luke James then got on the board, launching one from 50 on the run, but Garfield hit back with consecutive goals, levelling the scores.

Giving a sneak preview of what was to come for the majority of the contest, mercurial small forward Jason Wells enhanced the Panthers’ lead with two majors while Moore also slotted his second to bring the lead out to three goals. Right before the siren the Stars snagged one bringing the margin back to 13 points.

The second term looked to be a big one for the away side as Garfield got off to the perfect start, converting three times in the space of 10 minutes.

Jarryd Drew, who was dangerous around the ground all game, was the instigator of the purple patch as he added to the score.

Will Collis was dominant in his second game of the year, gathering plenty of the ball and more importantly impacting the scoreboard at crucial times in the contest.

All of a sudden it was a six point lead for the away side, who seemed to have all the momentum.

Once again it was Wells who pinged an opponent for holding the ball, not far from goal, kicked truly and scores were level.

With the game in the balance, Daniel Mock was initiating some damaging attacks from halfback, which the Stars seemed to have no answer for.

James doubled up for the day after a perfect set up from Wells. This was backed up by Tim Smith who took a one handed

Miners take on Morwell U13

C Grade

SOUTH Gippsland and Morwell shared the points in a double forfeit.

The South Gippsland Miners captured the lead early to defeat the Morwell Cougars 19-5.

Morwell Cougars fell behind early and couldn’t come back.

South Gippsland Miners scored on a triple by John Long and a single by Bart Ruyter in the first inning allowing With zero outs in the first inning, John Long drove in two runs when he tripled.

South Gippsland Miners scored seven runs in the third inning.

The big inning for South Gippsland Miners came thanks to a walk, another walk and a single by Geoff Bynie, a walk by Callum Buckland, an error, and a single by Jordan Knox, extending the comfortable lead.

Talfryn Glass, Kenny Dron, Brett Toms, and Matthew Davison all had one hit to lead Morwell Cougars.

South Gippsland Miners collected 11 hits and Knox and Bynie each collected multiple hits for the team.

Knox went three for three at the plate to lead South Gippsland Miners in hits.

Bart Ruyter led South Gippsland Miners with two stolen bases, as they ran wild on the base paths with seven stolen bases totalling a great game for the Miners.

Both teams lacked the numbers to take the field.

However, the day was not lost as a scratch match was put together between combined sides of Sale/Moe vs. Morwell/Miners.

Charlie Carew continued to set a high marks as a pitcher. He kept the opposition to two runs for his two inning performance.

Both teams traded runs as Sale pitching allowed four on the day.

Will Anthony supplied two runs batted in (RBI) off his two hits.

Rylee Prosser and Tom Nicholas had base hit and a run each to top up the score.

But the Sale/Moe side was able to squeak one more run out to score five against Morwell pitcher Daniel Toms, before Tom Nicholas came in to end the game with three strike outs.

It was great to have Obi Nicholas join the side. He saw a bit of action at second base.

Next week we should have a side to face off against Sale, that looks to be a contender this year.

U16 South Gippsland Colts Vs Morwell Cougars and Miners win points due to forfeit by Cougars.

Tarwin will face off against Foster on the day.

The Worksafe game of the month is an initiative to spread the word about health and safety checks.

all over it.

He did not disappoint as he rose above the pack and gripped the ball whilst on an opponents shoulders.

He capped off the perfect quarter for the Panthers as he kicked truly and extended the lead to 40 points.

Seeing the first ball up of the final quarter, it was clear Garfield was not going to give up, despite the massive task ahead of it.

The Stars’ midfield, which included Will Collis and Saxon Watson, started to dominate as they consistently won contested possession and sent it forward.

Darcy Payne instigated the scoreboard pressure as he marked strongly and was dead accurate from 40m out.

Watson gathered a ball that spilled to ground and classily finished, bringing the margin to a nervy 28 points. However, with his best attempt at steadying the ship, Wells nudged his opponent under the ball, wheeled around and dribbled his seventh major through to ignite the crowd.

Yet, the anxious times were still to come for the Panthers as Ned Marsh was continuing his fantastic form, and hitting targets in the forward line.

Getting on the end of one pass was Harley Lacunes who kicked truly as did Daniel Helmore, whose quick goals brought the margin within reaching distance.

Collis improved on his brilliant performance by once again nailing a set shot, this time cutting the margin to 14 points.

With Garfield’s mids still dominating, Moore was thrown back to sup-

Kilcunda Bass 14.4.88 Garfield 11.8.74 Kilcunda Bass Goals: J. Wells 7, L. James 3, T. Smith 2, M. Moore 2 Garfield Goals: D. Helmore 2, W. Collis 2, D. Johnson 2, S. Watson, D. Johnson, D. Payne, H. Lacunes, J. Drew Kilcunda Bass Best: J. Wells, D. Mock, B. Law, M. Edwards, D. Wells, M. Moore Garfield Best: W. Collis, N. Marsh, J. Drew, S. Batson, B. Scamporlino, S. Watson RESERVES

Kilcunda Bass 6.8.44 Garfield 6.6.42 Leading Goalkickers: S. Pugh 2, J. Good 2, S. McMillan 2 KB Best: D. Smith, M. Grant, D. Foss, A. Miller, S. Pugh, J. Good Gar Best: A. Van Strijp, R. Archer,

port Edwards in the dying moments, who both took some crucial intercept marks.

Despite Garfield best efforts in the last, the final siren sounded as the home side breathed a sigh of relief and took the four points.

The Panthers will face a massive task next week as they look to win their third in a row, this time against an undefeated Inverloch Kongwak side.

Garfield will travel in a similar direction this week and take on Phillip Island, which will also be another tough matchup.

D. Clebney, J. Gown, T. McDonald , S. Clebney THIRDS

Garfield 10.8.68 Kilcunda Bass 4.5.29 Leading Goalkicker: J. Bow 3 Gar Best: A. McMillan, E. Sauze, N. Glen, S. Hatley-Smith, B. Leggett, A. Tynan KB Best: J. Bastwrous, R. Taylor, A. Honeysett, S. Casey, J. Rosenow, J. Stylianou FOURTHS

Garfield 17.11.113 Kilcunda Bass 2.1.13 Leading Goalkicker: B. Friend 4 Gar Best: B. Friend, M. Bow, T. Miller, F. Rennie, T. Loomes, R. Fleming KB Best: F. Homer, D. Taylor, H. Berry, C. Sinniah, W. Lindsay, M. Graham-Edden

Women’s football to start in Bass Coast HISTORY will be made in Bass Coast on Sunday when the Bass Coast Breakers Women’s AFL team plays the first official women’s match in the district.

Come along and support your local team as it kicks off its inaugural season against Gippsland Maroons at 1pm on Sunday, May 7, at Dalyston Recreation Reserve.

Made up of women from all over the area the team is excited to finally get to play its first match for premiership points.

With only a handful of the team having ever played before, the team philosophy is about supporting each other and giving AFL a go.

Three of the young leaders Kate Edney, Sophie Bolding and Nicole Randall all played school football but had no local opportunities outside of that to pursuit their love of the game.

The introduction of the team has given young women such as these, as well as older women who have families, the opportunity to play for the first time.

Having put in a solid preseason, Edney, Bolding and Randall are firing and The match day function ready to go for the weekwill begin at 11.45am, with end. the major match scheduled for “I’m so excited to ac2pm. tually be playing on Sun-

Tarwin promotes safety WORKSAFE’S game of the month will be held at the Tarwin Lower Recreation Reserve on May 7.

grab and nailed the shot from a very tricky angle to give the Panthers a 10 point lead going into the main break.

After half time, the Panthers did not take the foot off the pedal as they well and truly took control of the game in the premiership quarter.

Matt Edwards put on a defensive master class for the quarter, not letting the Garfield forwards mark anything, resulting in them not scoring for the whole quarter.

Returning to the wing, Danny Wells was providing plenty of run and also taking some strong grabs, setting up his brother’s first goal of three for the quarter.

Ben Law was looking good in the ruck often putting the ball on a platter for his on-ballers.

When an entry after a quick centre clearance went to ground, Wells pounced on it and snapped over his shoulder for his fifth of the day.

Shortly after Smith kicked his second for the day, an entry into the Panther’s 50 that was chipped in the air had Wells’ name

ROUND 4 SENIORS LADDER W L D

Inv-K’wak.....5 Dalyston ......4 Cora Lynn ....3 Phillip Is......2 Garfield .......2 KooWeeRup ...2 Kil-Bass..........1 Nar Nar Goon ...1 Kor-Bena ........0 Bunyip............0

0 0 2 2 1 2 2 3 4 4

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

218.15 161.11 129.30 163.00 115.43 84.33 94.39 82.50 32.82 27.57

Pts

20 16 12 8 8 8 4 4 0 0

GOALKICKERS T. Mahoney (Inv-K) ............. (4) 19 S. Pimm (Phillip Is)............. (6) 16 N. Langley (Cora Lynn) ....... (0) 16 B. Fisher (Dalyston) ............ (6) 14 D. Johnson (Garfield) .......... (2) 9 J. Wells (Kil-Bass)............... (7) 8 R. Gillis (Cora Lynn) ............ (0) 8 T. Wyatt (Inv-K) ................... (2) 7 J. Rout (Cora Lynn)............. (0) 7 A. Soumilas (Inv-K)............. (1) 7 M. Marotta (Dalyston) ......... (0) 7 L. James (Kil-Bass) ............. (3) 7

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Phillip Is......4 Nar Nar Goon..3 Kil-Bass ......3 Garfield .......3 KooWeeRup..2 Inv-K’wak .......2 Cora Lynn.......1 Dalyston .........1 Bunyip............1 Kor-Bena ........1

0 1 1 1 2 3 4 3 3 3

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

131.25 138.10 131.93 127.10 121.08 62.98 131.40 82.76 74.29 66.11

16 12 12 12 8 8 4 4 4 4

GOALKICKERS S. Pugh (Kil-Bass)............... (2) 12 M. Lewis (Nar Nar).............. (1) 11 S. Dillon (Cora Lynn)........... (0) 9 M. MacKay (Inv-K) .............. (1) 9 L. Woolford (Phillip Is)........ (4) 8 M. Adair (Cora Lynn)........... (0) 7 M. Cameron (Koo Wee)....... (0) 7 R. Hughes (Bunyip)............. (0) 6 K. Taylor (Phillip Is)............. (2) 6 M. Schreck (Dalyston) ........ (1) 6 J. Dowie (Inv-K) .................. (0) 6 T. Buckingham (Bunyip) ...... (0) 6 B. Hobson (Koo Wee) ......... (0) 6

THIRDS LADDER W L D

Cora Lynn ....5 Phillip Is......4 Garfield .......3 Inv-K’wak.....3 Bunyip ........2 KooWeeRup ...1 Kil-Bass..........1 Dalyston .........1 Nar Nar Goon ..0 Kor-Bena ........0

Game on: from left, Kate Edney, Sophie Bolding and Nicole Randall are excited to lead the Bass Coast Breakers in the district’s first women’s football league. day. I have wanted to for as long as I can remember but there has been no opportunity until now,” Bolding said.

“Our practice match was really good. We were all a little nervous but it gave us the confidence that we can actually do this.

“We have good mix in the team. Some experienced players, some girls moving up out of the Youth Girls and some women trying footy for the first time.

“The team is really supportive and encouraging of each other; we just want to get better both individually

and as a team.”

If you can’t make it on the day, keep up to date with live updates of the first game and weekly updates on the Facebook page Bass Coast Breakers Women’s Football Team 2017 The team will be having its official launch at The Wonthaggi Club on May 19 at 7:30pm.

This event will feature guest speaker All-Australian and GWS best and fairest Jess Dal Pos, who will help launch the team and talk about her first season in AFLW.

FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 6: May 6 Tarwin v Foster Stony Creek v Fish Creek DWWWW v Toora MDU - bye

MID GIPPSLAND Round 5: May 6 Mirboo North v Yall-Yall Nth Yarragon v Newborough Yinnar v Morwell East Trafalgar v Hill End Thorpdale v Boolarra

GIPPSLAND Round 4: May 6 Warragul v Maffra Wonthaggi v Bairnsdale Moe v Drouin Morwell v Sale Traralgon v Leongatha

WEST GIPPSLAND Round 5: May 6 Kor-Bena v Cora Lynn Dalyston v Nar Nar Goon Koo Wee Rup v Bunyip Inverloch v Kilcunda-Bass Phillip Island v Garfield

0 0 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4

%

Pts

0 447.41 20 0 353.40 16 0 186.30 12 0 62.50 12 0 97.72 8 1 76.77 6 0 75.63 4 0 62.17 4 1 54.08 2 0 13.18 0

GOALKICKERS Z. Williamson (Cora Lynn) .. (0) 14 J. Verleg (Garfield) .............. (2) 12 H. Briggs (Cora Lynn) ......... (0) 10 B. Taylor (Phillip Is)............. (3) 9 L. Dowsett (Cora Lynn) ....... (0) 7 L. Dunn (Bunyip)................. (3) 7 C. Sungalis (Koo Wee) ........ (0) 7 Z. Baguley (Bunyip)............. (2) 7 Z. Caughey (Inv-K) .............. (1) 7 J. Bow (Garfield) ................. (3) 6 C. Hampton (NNG) .............. (1) 6 M. Freeman (Phillip Is)........ (2) 6 B. Coffey (Garfield) ............. (2) 6

FOURTHS LADDER W L D

Phillip Is.......3 Cora Lynn .....3 Bunyip .........2 Garfield ........2 Koo Wee Rup...2 Kor-Bena .........1 Dalyston ..........1 Inv-K’wak ........1 Kil-Bass...........0 Nar Nar Goon ...0

0 1 0 0 1 2 2 3 3 3

0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

903.57 210.86 542.59 242.17 203.85 91.20 63.91 33.91 13.24 12.42

12 12 10 10 8 4 4 4 0 0

GOALKICKERS H. Morgan-Morris (Bun) ..... (4) 13 M. Nadenbousch (Bun) ....... (4) 12 M. Sellars (Phillip Is) .......... (2) 12 L. Taylor (Cora Lynn) .......... (0) 10 S. Tapner (Bunyip) .............. (4) 9 N. Anderson (Ph Is) ............ (2) 9 B. Friend (Garfield) .............. (4) 9 B. Font (Cora Lynn) ............. (0) 7 L. Murphy (Bunyip) ............. (2) 7 J. Wilson (Ph Is) ................. (1) 6 G. Wells (Kor-Bena) ............ (0) 6

PAGE 48 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

SPORT | FOOTBALL

thestar.com.au

• Bunyip v Dalyston

Dalyston too tough DALYSTON proved too strong for the young Bunyip side on Saturday.

This was Dalyston’s first match against a brand new team. Although they didn’t know what to expect, the boys were pumped for the new experience and rose to the challenge.

The scoreboard suggested Dalyston won convincingly, but Bunyip proved to be a handy side, giving the Magpies a run for their money in the first half.

On a slippery ground,

Bunyip got plenty of run and moved the ball well, taking control of the first quarter. Putting up the first couple of goals, Bunyip was in front at quarter time by six points.

However, it wasn’t long before Dalyston adjusted to the conditions and got back into the game.

Dalyston’s midfield was working extremely well, with Kyle Kirk and Clay Tait all over the ground, and Kurt Thomas standing strong in the ruck.

Dalyston powered through the second quarter with three unanswered

goals.

Bunyip tried to keep up in the second half, but Dalyston had found its rhythm. A strong backline ensured Bunyip did not make an impact on the scoreboard, despite some classy play.

By the fourth quarter, Bunyip only scored one behind, while Dalyston put up five goals and seven behinds.

The final score was Dalyston 13.16.94 to Bunyip 6.7.43.

Dalyston’s best players were Kyle Kirk, Clay Tait, Kristian Butler, Daniel Belsten and Brad Fisher.

Bunyip’s best players were Michael Whyte, Ben Jostlear, Jeb McLeod, Bradley Walker, Joel Gibson and Rickie Crockett.

Dalyston take on Nar Nar Goon at home this weekend. This will be another test for Dalyston, coming up against another unknown side.

Tackled: Dalyston ruck Kurt Thomas protects the ball from his Bunyip opponent.

Below, Back up: Dalyston’s Kurt Thomas sends the ball towards team mate Flynn Brosnan.

Dalyston 13.16.94 Bunyip 6.7.43 Dalyston Goals: B. Fisher 6, M. Rosendale 2, B. Carew 1, K. Thomas 1, C. Graham 1, D. Belsten 1, K. Kirk 1 Bunyip Goals: M. Ross 3, M. Laszczyk 1, J. Masset 1, N. Lieshout 1 Dalyston Best: K. Kirk, C. Tait, K. Butler, K. Thomas, D. Belsten, B. Fisher Bunyip Best: M. Whyte, B. Jostlear, J. McLeod, B. Walker, J. Gibson, R. Crockett RESERVES

Dalyston 11.10.76 Bunyip 5.7.37 Leading Goalkicker: J. Brooker 4 Dal Best: A. Chetland, K. Kerr, G. Parker, A. Wallis, J. Brooker, D. Pruysers Bun Best: B. Morton, D. Jameson,

Challenge: Chris Graham and his Bunyip opponent were evenly matched in a tussle for the ball.

D. Wright, M. Sloan, T. Blakey, T. Buckingham THIRDS

Bunyip 12.8.80 Dalyston 2.5.17 Leading Goalkicker: L. Dunn 3 Bun Best: L. Shaw, Z. Baguley, T. Richter, T. Jayamaha, A. Broughton Dal Best: L. Ion, J. Loughridge, C. O’Halloran, B. Monson, P. Byrnes_ davies, B. Hill FOURTHS

Bunyip 16.17.113 Dalyston 0.0.0 Leading Goalkickers: H. MorganMorris 4, M. Nadenbousch 4, S. Tapner 4 Bun Best: S. Tapner, J. Stewart, B. Stokes, J. Pope, J. Newnham, J. Booth Dal Best: A. Geyer, J. Derrick, T. Derrick, L. Ibrhaim

• Phillip Island v Korumburra Bena Phillip Island 22.8.140 Korumburra-Bena 5.5.35

Harris THIRDS

Phillip Island Goals: S. Pimm 6, J. Taylor 4, A. Edwards 3, M. Griffin 2, L. Warne 2, J. Witnish 2, J. Keating 1, N. Higginson 1, H. Moore 1 Korumburra-Bena Goals: M. Cooke 2, W. Jeffs 1, N. Cant 1, J. Winderlich 1 Phillip Island Best: J. Taylor, H. Moore, S. Everington, M. Griffin, J. Youle, S. Pimm Korumburra-Bena Best: B. Fitzpatrick, W. Jeffs, A. Snooks, J. Henderson, J. Celebrine, A. Johnston RESERVES

Phillip Island 14.14.98 Korumburra-Bena 1.3.9 Leading Goalkickers: B. Taylor 3, M. Mattock 3 PI Best: M. Mattock, B. Anderson, C. Thompson, B. Taylor, L. Arnold, M. Fletcher KB Best: A. Walker, B. Walker, L. Fievez, B. Dalli, L. Snooks, J. Wyhoon FOURTHS

Phillip Island 18.7.115 Korumburra-Bena 9.6.60

Leading Goalkickers: M. Sellars 2, N. Anderson 2 PI Best: N. Bee-Hickman, N. Anderson, C. Farrell, K. MacKenzie, J. Anderson, B. Christopher KB Best: M. Nicholas, T. Newton, R. Hill, J. Anthony, J. Stewart, M. Rowe

Leading Goalkicker: L. Woolford 4 PI Best: M. Jackson, A. Redmond, J. Nicolaci, B. Johnston, J. Conder, J. Spottiswood KB Best: M. Kennewell, M. Snooks, J. Van Rooye, J. Kyle, S. Moore, J.

Phillip Island 8.19.67 Korumburra-Bena 0.2.2

Dogs dominate at home PHILLIP Island secured a convincing win over Korumburra Bena on Saturday.

Playing at Phillip Island, the Giants kicked towards the scoreboard end with a slight advantage in the first quarter.

With Michael Cooke in the centre, and Jake McMillan Joel Winderlich up forward, the Giants were competitive from the kick off.

Despite this, the Bulldogs doubled the Giant’s score, finishing the first term 24 to 12.

Kicking with the wind in the second quarter, Phillip Island began to run away from the Giants. Regardless, the Giants played well into the breeze.

Approaching time on, the Giants were just

13 points behind, but the Bulldogs weren’t finished. The Bulldogs kicked four goals in six minutes to lead by 37 points at half time.

The third quarter has not been the Giants’ best so far this season.

They tried hard but missed three easy chances, missing out on the opportunity to make four goals for the quarter.

Phillip Island began to run a bit harder and booted three goals into the wind. Going into the last quarter, the Bulldogs were up by 49 points.

The Bulldogs dared to win the last quarter, upping the work rate. The Dogs dominated while the Giants were hesitant; the Giants’ play fell away dramatically and more opportu-

nities were missed.

The final score was Phillip Island 22.8.140 to Korumburra Bena 5.5.35.

Phillip Island’s best players were Jack Taylor, Hayden Moore, Shaun Everington, Mark Griffin, Jaymie Youlle and Steven Pimm.

Korumburra Bena’s best players were Ben Fitzpatrick, William Jeffs, Ashley Snooks, Jesse Henderson, Jye Celebrine and Alexander Johnston.

Next week, the Giants will play at home against Cora Lynn. They will need to keep up their competitiveness for a solid four quarters.

Phillip Island is home to Garfield in a battle of the big guns.

• Nar Nar Goon v Inverloch

Inverloch’s intense match IT was a tight game for Inverloch Kongwak’s seniors against Nar Nar Goon on Saturday.

“It was a tough game all the way through until third quarter when we started to come through,” Seniors team manager Andrew Burns said.

Nar Nar Goon definitely put up a strong fight throughout the match.

“They did their homework and they’re a pretty handy side,” Burns said.

“However we also played really well and happen to come out stronger.”

Inverloch Kongwak had eight goal kickers for the day.

The match didn’t disappoint.

It was a fast paced thriller for much of the day and victory wasn’t decided until late in the final quarter.

Corey Casey put in a dynamic performance for the home team and was judged as one of the best players.

Casey consistently ran all day long, he was good and clean with the ball use and attacked everything really hard.

Josh Clottu was also named one of the best players for the day.

Clottu knew how to get in and under and was constantly tackling.

Ryan Sparkes played his first senior game extremely well and did everything asked from him.

Tomas Hams injured his ankle at the end of the last quarter however nothing major and should be right to play next week.

Inverloch Kongwak will play Kilcunda Bass next week on their home ground.

“We know it won’t be an easy game,” Burns said.

“We’re just going to go and do the things right that we do and go from there.”

Inverloch Kongwak 15.19.109 Nar Nar Goon 10.3.63 Inverloch Kongwak Goals: T. Mahoney 4, T. Wyatt 2, A. Cross 2, T. Hams 2, J. Purcell 2, L. Scott 1, C. Casey 1, A. Soumilas 1 Nar Nar Goon Goals: T. Dovaston 5, M. Stevens 2, B. Hermann 1, K. Fowler 1, J. Marcon 1 Inverloch Kongwak Best: S. Hawking, C. Casey, J. Purcell, J. Clottu, C. Allum, R. Sparkes Nar Nar Goon Best: T. Sherer, T. Dovaston, T. Payroli, J. Cribbes, R. Cracknell RESERVES

Inverloch Kongwak 10.8.68 Nar Nar Goon 2.5.17 Leading Goalkicker: B. Starkey 3 IK Best: D. Newman, B. Withers, M. MacKay, B. Wardle, S. Zammit, B. Hayes

NNG Best: M. Poels, J. Mills-Franklin, S. Collins, M. Brown, M. Van Roy, B. Selby THIRDS

Inverloch Kongwak 9.6.60 Nar Nar Goon 4.4.28 Leading Goalkickers: C. McCaughan 2, C. McInnes 2 IK Best: L. Scott, H. Smith, J. Hutchinson, T. Heislers, L. Cairnduff, C. McInnes NNG Best: C. Height, M. Tweedale, D. Taylor, J. Tabone, J. Vogrig FOURTHS

Inverloch Kongwak 9.10.64 Nar Nar Goon 5.6.36 Leading Goalkicker: J. Hutchinson 3 IK Best: J. Hutchinson, J. Soumilas, P. Holian, S. Greenhalgh, O. Beaton, A. Eberbach NNG Best: J. Van Dord, J. Vogrig, L. Dunne, L. Motta, M. Kosta

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 49

FOOTBALL | SPORT

thestar.com.au

Tigers on a roll

by Rover MIRBOO North needed all of the energy, determination and courage it could muster to achieve its 19 point victory over Hill End at Willow Grove on Saturday.

After two successive wins, Mirboo North has squared its 2017 ledger, following defeats against Thorpdale and Trafalgar prior to Easter.

Five goals straight into a

Mid Gippsland League SENIORS LADDER Trafalgar ............... 191.84 Yinnar ................... 173.87 Newborough ......... 123.59 Thorpdale ............... 93.09 Yall-Yall North....... 122.78 Mirboo North.......... 108.48 Morwell East ............ 99.24 Hill End .................... 75.09 Yarragon .................. 61.82 Boolarra ................... 43.42

12 12 12 12 8 8 8 4 4 0

RESERVES

slight westerly breeze gave the mighty Tigers a 15 point advantage at the first break.

Zac Kilgower (twice), Jack Robertson, Brayden Wilson and Jake Nash, were Mirboo North’s goal scorers to quarter time.

Hill End’s two opening term majors came from Jeremy Cattanach and Michael Santo, but three narrow misses from mid range let the visitors off the hook.

Mirboo North had been first to the ball in most of the contests and made positive things happen with adventurous, fast-paced teamwork.

Then, with the picturesque Baw Baw’s providing a salubrious backdrop, the Tigers’ momentum was halted by the Hillmen and only 1.4 was added to their tally in the next two quarters.

Often, the Tigers were torn between two delivery options and poor disposal decisions on the run, ended up in Hill End’s hands.

Trying to decipher Mirboo North’s game plan was difficult and it seemed some of its strategies were being

LADDER Newborough ......... 324.00 16 Trafalgar ............... 231.58 16 Yinnar ................... 231.58 12 Mirboo North ........ 193.10 8 Yall-Yall North....... 147.19 8 Yarragon ................ 121.15 8 Hill End .................... 79.41 8 Morwell East ............ 72.63 4 Thorpdale ................ 27.18 0 Boolarra ..................... 6.94 0

THIRDS LADDER Newborough ......2152.38 100 Trafalgar ..............373.91 100 Mirboo North .......110.56 67 Hill End ................285.82 50 Yall-Yall North........72.99 50 Yinnar .....................25.93 0 Morwell East .............2.26 0

FOURTHS LADDER Trafalgar ............... 401.54 16 Hill End ................. 150.67 12 Newborough ......... 122.76 12 Yinnar ................... 117.12 8 Boolarra .................. 39.59 4 Mirboo North............ 37.02 4

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Yall-Yall North 20.6.126 d Yarragon 5.7.37 Newborough 15.12.102 d Yinnar 11.6.72 Morwell East 13.3.83 d Thorpdale 7.11.53 Traralgar 21.17.143 d Boolarra 7.2.44 RESERVES Yall-Yall North 11.14.80 d Yarragon 6.4.40 Newborough 6.3.39 d Yinnar 2.6.18 Morwell East 10.7.67 d Thorpdale 4.7.31 Trafalgar 25.8.158 d Boolarra 2.3.15 THIRDS Trafalgar 17.12.114 d Yall-Yall North 2.4.16 Newborough 17.11.113 d Yinnar 2.2.14 FOURTHS Newborough 8.13.61 d Yinnar 7.7.49 Trafalgar 14.9.93 d Boolarra 3.2.20

forgotten, bypassed, overlooked or substituted.

That said, the Tigers’ work rate credibility and endeavor were never in question and at the end of the game, nothing was left in their fuel tanks.

Nash, Josh Taylor, Jacob Blair and Hudson Kerr provided plenty of drive into the forward 50 for Mirboo North, but Ben Rotheram, Matt Moseley and Mark Bradley were especially effective in defence for the Hillmen.

Others competing purposefully for the home side were Gerhard Egerer, Tyler Forte and Sven Batten.

Hard tackling by both teams was prominent and many promising build ups were stopped dead in their tracks.

Hill End briefly hit the front in the third quarter when Joseph Pedemont screwed a high shot home, to give the locals a one point advantage at the 12 minute mark.

Then, Joe Brooks found Robertson, who kicked a long goal from the boundary to restore the Tigers’ lead.

Mirboo North’s forward

press held the ball inside its scoring half for much of the game, but the Tigers’ indecisive transitional mobility functionality close to goal, kept bringing them undone.

With only five points separating the teams at the last change, it came down to a ding-dong battle to decide the winner.

Two minutes into the final quarter, Taylor goaled from a free kick to extend Mirboo North’s lead to 11 points.

A couple of minutes later, Santo replied for Hill End, before Jesse Giardina broke free and snapped truly over his head for the Tigers.

Then Santo marked but missed from five metres on a tight angle for the Hillmen and Giardina put Mirboo North 16 points clear, after a deft handball from Robertson in the goal square.

Strong intercept marking across half back, plus feed-offs and runs through the midfield by Dom Pinneri, Damien Turner, Mitchell Wightman and playing coach Clancy Bennett restricted a number of Hill End’s advances in the closing stages.

SENIORS

THIRDS

Mirboo North 9.8.62 d Hill End 6.7.43

Mirboo North 7.5.47 d Hill End 3.8.26

Mirboo North goals: Z. Kilgower 2, J. Robertson 2, J. Giardina 2, J. Nash 1, J. Taylor 1, B. Wilson 1.

Hill End goals: M. Santo 3, J. Cattanach 1, J. Pedemont 1, M. Van Tilburg 1.

Mirboo North best: J. Nash, J. Taylor, J. Blair, L. Palmer, C. Bennett.

Hill End best: B. Rotheram, G. Egerer, M. Bradley, M. Moseley, T. Forte, S. Batten.

RESERVES

Mirboo North goals: C. White 2, L. Dight 1, D. Fahey 1, C. Rudling 1, K. Abas 1, C. Pinkerton 1.

Hill End goals: D. McIver 2, T. Kirkbright 1.

Mirboo North best: D. Fahey, T. Melbourne, K. Abas, C. Pinkerton, L. Oddy, E. Parker.

Hill End best: J. Bright, D. McIver, R. Powell, L. Mirams, B. Stansbury, A. Abvan.

Hill End 9.6.60 d Mirboo North 5.11.41

FOURTHS

Hill End goals: N. Perkins 2, P. Randall 2, R. Phoenix 1, S. Romari 1, B. Young 1, S. Curtis 1, A. Cochrane 1.

Mirboo North goals: P. Aveling 2, J. Alexander 1, C. Le Page 1, J. Richards 1.

Hill End best: H. Binstead, M. Mutke, S. Romari, T. Briggs, N. Perkins, A. Tangusso.

Mirboo North best: B. Richards, L. Gervasi, T. Holland, S. Peters, Z. Porter, M. Richardson.

Hill End 8.18.66 d Mirboo North 2.4.16 Hill End goals: D. McMahon 1, D. Keyhoe 1, B. Clymo 1, C. Paul 1, C. Millsom 1, D. Breheny 1, J. Pinch 1, L. Cameron 1.

Mirboo North goals: M. Green 1, J. Burgess-Pincini 1.

Hill End best: B. Clymo, L. Balfour, D. McMahon, J. Pinch, B. Turra, B. Paul.

Mirboo North best: S. Kennedy, L. Jowett, D. Powell, R. Aveling, B. Peters, J. Bessell-Browne.

U18 interleague squad announced GIPPSLAND League’s U18 interleague coach Kristian Gray has named his initial squad for this year’s representative program.

LDNA action: Under 15 Town Black GA Alahna Arnason puts in another goal during the win over St Laurence Maroon on Saturday.

Gray has once again been appointed coach and his first task was assembling a training squad ahead of the Worksafe Community Championships clash with AFL Yarra Ranges on May 13.

All 10 clubs are represented among the 58 names, with Leongatha and Traralgon accounting for 10 apiece.

The first training session was at Moe’s Ted Summerton Reserve on Wednesday, April 26, with a final team of 24 to be announced one week prior to the game.

Following on from the championships match, the squad will attempt to defend the league’s title at the Evans Petroleum Cup Gippsland junior interleague carnival in July.

The 2017 TRFM Gippsland League Under-18 Squad: (Bairnsdale) Darcy McKendry, Alex McLaren, Josh Wykes, Charlie Mein, Glen Perkins, Jordan Ray, Ricky Tatnell, Ben McKinnon, (Drouin) Cody Harrison, Robert Baker, Ryan Taylor (10), (Leongatha) Jacob Patullo, Jordan Patullo, Jesse Patullo, Boadie Motton, Dylan Garnham, Lochlan Scott, Cam Olden, Ben Perr, Jordan Hill, Josh Edey, (Maffra) Luke Shelton, Kieran Jones, Jack Allman, (Moe) Harrison Sim, Matthew Pearce, Hayden Prestidge, Jay Murphy, Thomas Fleming, Alex Skinner, Rhys Anderson, Josh Galea Morwell; Brendan Briggs, Harrison Law, Matthew Pollutro, Anthony Rosato, Reece Lewis, Will Kennedy Sale; Jack McLindin, Max Reeves, Tim Dessent, Jack McLaren, (Traralgon) Blake Aurish, Matt Williams, Wilson Gaudion, Jack Strong, Darcy Barnes, Justin Barnes, Hayden Willaton, Luke Johnson, Tom Northe, Conor Little, (Warragul) Will Cole, Matthew Fox, Jedd Serong (Wonthaggi0 Tom Murray, Darren Gardiner, and Flynn Anderson.

Advantage: Foster’s Darren Granger has clear passage to the ball as Troy Van Dyke keeps Stony Creek’s Jack Stuart out of reach. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning-@ fourcornersframing.biz

Lions hang on to victory FOSTER returned to its home ground on Saturday, and came within inches of pulling off an upset.

However, Stony Creek remained strong and took home a 22 point win.

Stony Creek was well in front for the first three quarters, before taking the pedal off in the last term.

Kicking three goals to Foster’s one in the first quarter, and following it up with another two goals to Foster’s one in the second, suggested Stony Creek was in for an easy run home.

With a 45 point lead at the end of the third quar-

SENIORS

Stony Creek 10.8.68 Foster 7.4.46 Stony Creek Goals: K. Baskaya 3, J. Cann 2, J. Byrnes 2, A. Zuidema 1, J. Gee 1, J. Cameron 1 Foster Goals: D. Granger 1, J. Williams 1, B. Rooney 1, T. Van Dyke 1, J. Steen 1, L. Globan 1, J. Segat 1 Stony Creek Best: J. Gee, S. Marriott, J. Stuart, J. Cann, D. Gee, W. Stewart Foster Best: J. Segat, M. Howell, J. Cook, D. Lush, N. Van Dyke, K. Bohn RESERVES

Stony Creek 18.9.117 Foster 2.2.14 Stony Creek Goals: W. Thorson 10, J. Brown 2, E. Taylor 1, D. Preston 1, M. Dyer 1, B. McKnight 1, N.

ter, it looked to be smooth sailing for Stony Creek.

The game was stopped during the third quarter as the goal umpire was moved off the ground after suffering a dislocated knee. Foster president Mal Davies stepped in to finish off the umpiring.

Fourth quarter was no time for Stony Creek to be resting, as Foster switched gears in the last quarter and was back in the game.

Foster made quick turnarounds and kicked five goals between multiple goal scorers in the final effort, leaving Stony Creek with just one goal to show for the quarter.

Michael Howell was

Nowell-Svenson 1, D. Gilliatte 1 Foster Goals: L. Lidstone 1, S. Dobson 1 Stony Creek Best: W. Thorson, D. Preston, S. Cope, B. Hayes, S. Browne, J. Brown Foster Best: D. La Casa, L. Hulse, J. Smith, S. Dobson, L. Cripps, D. Hateley THIRDS

Stony Creek 13.9.87 Foster 3.5.23 Stony Creek Goals: not submitted Foster Goals: B. Smith 1, K. Davy 1, Z. Duursma 1 Stony Creek Best: H. Funnell, J. Bright, L. Thomas, J. Phillips, J. Steele-Rockall, B. Davey Foster Best: L. Rathjen, N. Van Dyke, L. Lidstone, O. Cox, B. Armstrong, B. Smith

the named the best player for the Tigers, keeping Stony Creek key forward Kerem Baskaya to just three goals – following Baskaya’s 13 goal stint the previous week.

Stony Creek’s midfield kept the pressure on Foster and ensured the game belonged to the Lions. Jayden Gee was outstanding in the midfield, and Sam Marriott got 35 touches out on the wing.

Jamie Cann played well in forward, contributing two of the Lions’ 10 goal haul.

The final score was Stony Creek 10.8.64 to Foster 7.4.46.

Foster’s best players were Jonathon Segat, Michael Howell, James Cook, David Lush, Nathan Van Dyke and Kieran Bohn.

Stony Creek’s best players were Jayden Gee, Sam Marriott, Jack Stuart, Jamie Cann, Daniel Gee and Wayne Stewart.

Stony Creek will be up against a big challenge against Fish Creek this weekend.

Foster will come up against Tarwin, which will also prove to be an interesting match.

Pressured: Foster’s James Cook keeps his eye on the ball despite the oncoming tackle by Stony Creek’s Dylan Zuidema and Jayden Gee. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning-@ fourcornersframing.biz.

PAGE 50 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

SPORT | FOOTBALL

thestar.com.au • DWWWW v. MDU

Allies smash MDU WITH 14 goals from Kael Bergles, Allies took an outstanding victory over MDU on the weekend.

Allies had full control of the game from the first

SENIORS

DWWWW 32.14.206 M.D.U. 3.3.21 DWWWW Goals: K. Bergles 14, A. Sigeti 4, J. Nolan 3, B. Nolan 3, B. Mayers 2, J. Phillips 2, J. Nolan 1, D. Atkins 1, L. MacKenzie 1, C. McKenzie 1 M.D.U. Goals: M. Smith 1, T. Corry 1, D. Thorson 1 DWWWW Best: S. Scott, K. Bergles, C. McKenzie, D. Atkins, J. Nolan, A. Sigeti M.D.U. Best: T. Corry, M. Smith, J. Kennedy, C. Harris, C. Dougherty RESERVES

DWWWW 15.24.114 M.D.U. 4.2.26

Big shot: Allies full forward Kael Bergles kicked 14 goals and two behinds in the game against MDU on Saturday.

DWWWW Goals: V. Pecora 5, G. Lay 3, A. Fabris 2, B. Bartolomei 2, M. Daoud 1, M. Ruprecht 1, A. Peebles 1

siren, kicking eight goals in the first quarter.

The Allies demonstrated some classy play, with plenty of run allowing the ball to easily sail into the forward line. Anthony Sigeti played well for the Al-

M.D.U. Goals: B. Park 2, C. Krohn 2 DWWWW Best: L. Anedda, M. Daoud, B. Bartolomei, J. Lamont, M. Allan M.D.U. Best: C. Dyke, N. Tuckett, L. Harris, T. Davison, C. Krohn, L. Smith THIRDS

M.D.U. 9.3.57 Toora 7.8.50 M.D.U. Goals: S. Pearce 3, J. Stockdale 2, L. Smith 1, B. Thorson 1, C. Krohn 1, B. Cantwell 1 Toora Goals: D. O’Keefe 2, K. Pavlou 2, A. Hewson 1, J. Platt 1, L. Ireland 1 M.D.U. Best: B. Thorson, J. Gourlay, S. Pearce, M. Wight, S. Bright, M. Scrimshaw Toora Best: K. Pavlou, T. Koolen, L. Ireland, J. Beecroft, A. Hewson, C. Walker

lies, being lively at centre half forward.

The midfield caused some headaches for Allies, with MDU’s centre players creating plenty of pressure.

MDU coach Tom Corry led by example and kept the play tough for the Allies. Sam Wilson and Matthew Smith were also classy in the midfield, with Smith and Corry contributing two of MDU’s three goals.

However, Allies responded with its own tough midfield, sending in Darcy Atkins, Steven Scott and Jake Weightman to dominate. Scott played his best game for the Allies, causing havoc in the middle and getting 35 disposals.

Left, Get it: the Allies’ Tait Sabec and MDU’s Kurt Lipp tussle for the ball in the seniors match played at Meeniyan on Saturday.

SENIORS LADDER W L D

Fish Creek.... 4 DWWWW ..... 3 Toora... ....... 3 Stony Creek .. 2 Tarwin ............ 2 Foster ............. 1 MDU............... 0

0 1 1 2 2 4 5

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

185.04 307.55 210.65 142.25 96.19 56.75 16.38

Coming into the second half, Allies were up by 60 points.

There was no joy for MDU for the rest of the game, remaining scoreless with just 21 points.

At the end of the fourth quarter, Allies had racked up a whopping 32 goals.

The final scores were MDU 3.3.21 to the Allies 32.14.206.

MDU’s best players were Tom Corry, Matthew Smith, Jason Kennedy, Cameron Harris and Charlie Dougherty.

Allies’ best players were Steven Scott, Kael Bergles, Cameron McKenzie, Darcy Atkins, Jayden Nolan and Anthony Sigeti.

Allies have a massive clash to look forward this week, playing Toora at home. This match against old rivals is expected to draw in the large crowd and will be a big test for both sides.

MDU will have the week off.

Pts

16 12 12 8 8 4 0

GOALKICKERS K. Bergles (DWWWW) ...... (14) 35 K. Baskaya (Stony Ck) ......... (3) 18 J. Weston (Toora) ............... (6) 16 R. Robertson (Toora) .......... (0) 15 J. Smith (Fish Ck) ............... (0) 12 L. Manders (Toora) ............. (1) 9 T. Toussaint (Tarwin) ........... (3) 9 A. Seccull (Fish Ck) ............. (0) 8 T. Cameron (Tarwin)............ (2) 7 T. Holman (Foster) .............. (0) 7 A. Sigeti (DWWWW) ........... (4) 7

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Fish Creek.... 4 Stony Creek .. 3 DWWWW ..... 3 Tarwin ........ 2 MDU............... 2 Toora ... .......... 1 Foster ............. 0

0 1 1 2 3 3 5

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

280.95 187.57 152.94 113.18 58.94 64.83 28.19

Pts

16 12 12 8 8 4 0

GOALKICKERS W. Thorson (Stony Ck)...... (10) 16 A. Bright (Fish Ck)............... (0) 14 D. Devonshire (Fish Ck) ...... (0) 12 J. Arter (DWWWW)............. (0) 9 M. Dyer (Stony Ck) ............. (1) 7 M. Daoud (DWWWW) ......... (1) 6 C. Batten (Fish Ck) .............. (0) 6 B. Park (MDU)..................... (2) 6 B. McKnight (Stony Ck) ...... (1) 6 C. Macri (Fish Ck) ............... (0) 5 B. Mead-Ameri (Tarwin) ...... (0) 5 J. Byrnes (Stony Ck) ........... (0) 5 V. Pecora (DWWWW) ......... (5) 5 A. Sheedy (Toora) ............... (0) 5 L. Borne (Tarwin) ................ (0) 5

THIRDS LADDER W L D

Stony Creek ..3 Fish Creek....1 Toora ..........2 MDU...........2 Foster ............ 2 DWWWW ...... 0

0 1 2 2 3 2

0 0 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

827.78 221.84 115.93 109.41 109.41 0.33

12 8 8 8 8 0

GOALKICKERS C. Cary (Stony Ck) .............. (0) 10 Z. Duursma (Foster) ............ (1) 8 L. Smith (MDU)................... (1) 6 A. Wilson (Fish Ck) ............. (0) 6 J. Stockdale (MDU) ............. (2) 6 L. Lidstone (Foster)............. (0) 6 J. Platt (Toora) .................... (1) 5 S. Pearce (MDU) ................. (3) 5 R. Angwin (Foster) .............. (0) 5 K. Napier (Foster) ................ (0) 5

• Toora v. Tarwin

Weston fires up Toora JACK Weston led Toora to a resounding win over Tarwin on Saturday.

Playing at home, Toora took immediate control of the game with Weston kicking five of his six total goals in the first quarter.

Toora continued to accumulate points on the scoreboard in the second quarter, while Tarwin only managed one behind.

Lukas Jenkins was a powerful force in the ruck, and quickly moved the ball out of the centre and into Toora’s forward line.

The first half had left Tarwin shell-shocked, but it came into the second half fired up.

The second half was

much more of an even tussle, with both teams only managing three goals each in the third term.

Ready for a comeback, Tarwin balled up for the final quarter and managed to get within 50 points of Toora’s final score.

Tarwin got four goals passed Toora in the final quarter, but Toora answered with three of their own and solidified a convincing win.

Ten goal kickers contributed to Toora’s 18 goal haul.

The final score was Toora 18.14.122 to Tarwin 10.12.73.

Toora’s best players were Ben Wells, Jack Weston, Jayden Attard, Peter Grant, Zac Clavarino

and Lukas Jenkins.

Tarwin’s best players were Jordan Pastura, Dermott Yawney, Ricky O’Loughlin, Stuart Kilsby, Alex Whalebone and Troy Toussaint.

Toora will face off against old rivals the Allies away next week, in

SENIORS

Toora 18.14.122 Tarwin 10.12.72 Toora Goals: J. Weston 6, B. Osborne 2, J. Attard 2, J. Vening 2, B. Wells 1, B. Scarcella 1, R. Jaroszczuk 1, L. Manders 1, J. Griffin 1, W. Jenkins 1 Tarwin Goals: T. Toussaint 3, C. Millman 2, T. Cameron 2, R. O’Loughlin 1, D. Yawney 1, A. Whalebone 1 Toora Best: B. Wells, J. Weston, J. Attard, P. Grant, Z. Clavarino, L. Jenkins Tarwin Best: J. Pastura, D. Yawney,

what promises to be a massive clash.

Tarwin will take on Foster in a Sunday game.

The two teams have appeared evenly matched in the start of the season and look forward to the challenge ahead.

R. O’Loughlin, S. Kilsby, A. Whalebone, T. Toussaint RESERVES

Tarwin 6.10.46 Toora 3.1.19 Tarwin Goals: K. McLean 3, M. Holm 1, L. Anderson 1, J. Giliam 1 Toora Goals: K. Holmes 2, C. Hilder 1 Tarwin Best: J. Giliam, B. Carmody, V. Van Dillen, E. O’Loughlin, K. McLean, M. Holm Toora Best: K. Holmes, K. Pavlou, T. Allott, N. Nicholls, B. East, D. O’Keefe

Thirds shake up THE Alberton Football Netball League Thirds will now have a new fixture.

The fixture shake up was caused by the Allies pulling out of the Thirds competition. Tarwin also have not fielded a team this season.

The league and clubs decided at a meeting that players will be transported by bus to venues where one team was scheduled to play Allies and Tarwin, thus avoiding a bye for each team.

The games will start at 9.45am to enable the game to be played and

then players transported back to the venue where their Reserves, Seniors and netballers are playing.

Round 6 will be played at Foster under lights at 6pm and rounds 11 and 19 details are to be negotiated as both club’s senior teams have away games.

Ladders will be points only; percentages will not be reported.

If games played are uneven at the end of the season, adjustment or count-backs will take place to decide the finals teams.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - PAGE 51

FOOTBALL | SPORT

thestar.com.au • Leongatha v. Moe

Parrots win scrappy game ROUND 3 SENIORS LADDER W L D

Maffra.........3 Leongatha ....3 Traralgon .....3 Morwell ......1 Moe ...........1 Bairnsdale ......1 Wonthaggi......1 Warragul ........1 Sale ................1 Drouin ............0

0 0 0 2 2 2 2 2 2 3

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

246.43 238.89 205.33 139.07 88.80 79.23 74.83 66.25 63.58 29.57

Pts

12 12 12 4 4 4 4 4 4 0

GOALKICKERS M. Bennett (Maffra)............. (3) 12 B. Fowler (Warragul) ........... (2) 12 D. Sheen (Maffra) ............... (4) 11 C. Dunne (Leon).................. (3) 11 D. Cupido (Bairns) .............. (6) 10 L. Stockdale (Trar) .............. (6) 10 J. Neagle (Trar) ................... (3) 9 Z. Vernon (Leon) ................. (1) 9 N. Paredes (Warragul) ........ (3) 8 D. Grech (Moe) ................... (0) 6 J. Sandy (Trar) .................... (3) 6 S. Van Dyk (Moe) ................ (3) 6 J. Hopkins (Leon) ............... (3) 6

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Traralgon .....3 Morwell ......3 Leongatha ....2 Maffra.........1 Moe ...........1 Wonthaggi......1 Sale ................1 Drouin ............0 Warragul ........0

0 0 0 1 2 2 2 3 2

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

691.53 181.13 135.79 270.31 83.26 57.09 7.78 53.79 24.18

12 12 8 4 4 4 4 0 0

GOALKICKERS R. Loprese (Trar)................. (4) 11 M. Duncan (Morwell) .......... (4) 11 R. Horton (Moe).................. (2) 7 N. Wozniak (Maffra) ............ (2) 5 L. Phillips (Trar) .................. (2) 5 H. Akram (Trar) ................... (2) 5 Z. MacDermid (Won) .......... (4) 5 M. Webb (Morwell) ............. (0) 4 H. Hector (Trar) ................... (2) 4 H. Nettleton (Maffra) ........... (0) 4 M. Membrey (Trar) .............. (0) 4

THIRDS LADDER W L D

Leongatha ....3 Traralgon .....2 Moe ...........2 Maffra.........2 Morwell ......2 Bairnsdale ......2 Drouin ............1 Wonthaggi......1 Warragul ........0 Sale ................0

0 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 3 3

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

304.44 280.87 216.53 148.92 103.55 96.48 130.65 17.63 33.73 23.05

12 8 8 8 8 8 4 4 0 0

GOALKICKERS R. Anderson (Moe) ............. (3) H. Prestidge (Moe) .............. (2) M. Pollutro (Morwell).......... (3) M. Williams (Trar) ............... (0) H. Willaton (Trar) ................ (2) S. O’Callaghan (Drouin) ...... (1) L. Carman (Maffra) ............. (3) O. Henry (Maffra) ................ (1) L. Michie (Moe)................... (0) J. Wykes (Bairns) ................ (1) B. Daniel (Bairns) ................ (5)

9 9 8 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5

FOURTHS LADDER W L D

Moe ...........3 Warragul .....2 Maffra.........2 Traralgon .....2 Bairnsdale ...2 Leongatha ......1 Sale ................1 Wonthaggi......1 Drouin ............1 Morwell ..........0

0 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 3

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

191.58 237.23 209.76 186.09 115.43 94.87 92.74 47.62 41.98 20.41

12 8 8 8 8 4 4 4 4 0

Aaron Hillberg made his welcome return to the senior line-up after some holidays and he showed he is right back into top gear.

He booted three goals from his time in the forward line, also moving up towards the wing and centre areas.

He came into the side for Bailey Patterson who went back to Gippsland Power.

Hillberg was one of nine goalkickers for the Parrots with Leongatha’s aim of not relying on one or two goalkickers working well.

But the game was very scrappy and dominated by turnovers from both sides.

The ground was in good condition despite the occasional shower, except the centre wicket area was “sticky”.

Leongatha’s mistakes however weren’t capitalised upon by Moe with the close knit Parrot backline performing superbly.

Aaron Coyle was best for the Parrots in defence; collecting 20 possessions and six intercept marks in a solid four quarters of footy.

Other backmen to perform well were Hayden Browne who spent some time in the midfield, Louis Riseley and Jake Mackie who both used the ball well.

The Parrots collected Moe’s turnovers and made the Lions pay on the scoreboard.

Despite kicking into a slight breeze kicking to the Splash pool end, Leongatha managed 4.6 to Moe’s 1.2 and looked good despite a few shots going astray.

9 8 7 7 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

With the advantage of the chook sheds end Leongatha booted a further six goals to Moe’s three goals to take a commanding lead at half time; 10.8.68 to Moe’s 4.3.27.

The Parrots suffered an injury when Ben Willis came off with a calf injury and didn’t return after half time.

This will put Willis in doubt for the big clash against Traralgon this Saturday.

Josh Schelling managed the rucking responsibilities well on Saturday and covered for the loss of Willis.

Tom Marriott continued his great early season form, driving the ball out of the middle continuously.

The third quarter was a pretty ugly one with scrappy play and turnovers evident as Leongatha added three goals to Moe’s two in the tightest term for the game.

At three quarter time it was Leongatha 13.11.89 well ahead of the Lions 6.6.42.

Josh Hopkins was proving to be dangerous around the wing and half forward for Leongatha and he booted three goals in a solid performance.

The last quarter was all Leongatha as it kicked four goals to Moe’s no score.

Justin Pellicano at centre half forward again presented well and he booted two goals.

He may be utilised in the ruck a bit this Saturday against the Maroons.

Moe had some excellent players on Saturday including Tyson Biffin off half back and young Gippsland Power squad member Tom Fleming down back and on the wing.

In other football matches Leongatha reserves won and it was a thrilling win in the thirds when Cameron Olden marked and his kick after the final siren needed any score to win. His behind was enough to gain victory by one point.

Quick thinking: Parrots’ruckman Josh Schelling uses quick hands before he is pounced on by his Moe opposition. More photos at www.mdphotos.net The fourths was the only team to go down to the Lions.

There should be a lot of interest in this Saturday’s clash at Traralgon so supporters should get over there as the Parrots face its toughest test of the season so far.

SENIORS Leongatha 17.13.115 d Moe 6.6.42 Leongatha goals: A. Hillberg 3, J. Hopkins 3, C. Dunne 3, J. Pellicano 2, C. Maskell 2, B. Chalmers 1, B. Davidson 1, Z. Vernon 1, J. Hickey 1.

Moe goals: S. Van Dyk 3, A. Dugan 2, C. Sanbrook 1.

Leongatha best: A. Coyle, J. Hopkins, H. Browne, J. Mackie, T. Marriott, L. Riseley.

Moe best: T. Biffin, T. Fleming, C. Rieniets, B. Collings, J. Wood, S. Van Dyk.

RESERVES Leongatha 11.12.78 d Moe 8.7.55 Leongatha goals: M. Borschman 3, T. Sauvarin 2, L. Wright 2, O. Kerr 1, G. Fleming 1, T. Pellicano 1, K.

The Parrots should have Luke Bowman back for this game after a few weeks off for hamstring soreness.

Then it’s the break for many because of interleague duties with a number of Parrot players in the squad.

Materia 1.

Leongatha best: R. Kelly, G. Fleming, J. Ginnane, M. Taylor, M. Borschman, S. Horvath.

THIRDS Leongatha 7.8.50 d Moe 7.7.49 Leongatha goals: J. Patullo 3, J. Patullo 1, L. Scott 1, D. Garnham 1, J. Norton 1.

Leongatha best: J. Patullo, D. Garnham, N. Battersby, J. Hill, T. Sheedy, D. Ginnane.

FOURTHS Moe 8.9.57 d Leongatha 3.5.23 Leongatha goals: N. Hanily 1, R. Kemp 1, W. Littlejohn 1.

Leongatha best: Z. Reid, M. McGannon, W. Littlejohn, J. van der Pligt, R. Drysdale, N. Hanily.

Better position: Leongatha’s Hayden Browne is in prime position to mark here against Moe.

OTHER MATCHES

• Drouin v Wonthaggi

SENIORS Bairnsdale 19.15 129 d Warragul 9.7.61 Traralgon 19.14.128 d Sale 6.7.43 Maffra 12.13.85 d Morwell 5.13.43 RESERVES Traralgon 20.15.135 d Sale 2.1.13 Morwell 9.3.57 d Maffra 7.9.51 THIRDS Bairnsdale 11.13.79 d Warragul 5.4.34 Traralgon 16.14.110 d Sale 4.2.26 Maffra 7.7.49 d Morwell 6.7.43 FOURTHS Warragul 8.8.56 d Bairnsdale 4.10.34 Traralgon 14.10.94 d Sale 2.3.15 Maffra 15.21.111 d Morwell 3.0.18

Power wins all four

SENIORS Wonthaggi 19.12.126 d Drouin 5.6.36

GOALKICKERS F. O’Reilly (Warr) ................. (3) B. Bundle (Warr) ................. (0) H. Cook (Bairns) ................. (0) S. Berry (Maffra) ................. (2) L. Noble (Trar)..................... (3) M. Bown (Sale) ................... (0) F. Phillips (Warr) ................. (3) J. Ziino (Sale) ...................... (1) A. Smyth (Maffra) ............... (0) K. Noonan (Bairns) ............. (1) K. Simpson (Sale) ............... (0) F. Shields (Trar) ................... (0) T. Nash (Leon) .................... (0) C. Cook (Maffra) ................. (3) B. Maslen (Moe) ................. (1)

THE game didn’t reach any great heights but Leongatha still recorded a convincing win over Moe on Saturday at Parrot Park.

Wonthaggi goals: E. Richards 3, J. Liddle 3, D. O’Connor 2, T. Harley 2, L. Jones 2, M. Kelly 2, A. Lindsay 2, T. Davey 1, J. Rocotas 1, C. Gilmour 1.

Drouin goals: D. Allison 1, L. Ferguson 1, C. Jolly 1, M. Theodoridis 1, B. Lockhart 1.

Wonthaggi best: A. Lindsay, J. Liddle, E. Richards, P. Ryan, J. Blair, J. Membrey.

Drouin best: R. McCallum, T. Barr, L. Axford, J. McKellar, L. Anderson, S. Piner.

RESERVES Wonthaggi 11.16.82 d Drouin 6.3.39 Wonthaggi goals: Z. MacDermid 4, A. Busana 2, M. Ware 2, M. Davey

WONTHAGGI Power had a rare feat on Saturday against Drouin winning all four of its football matches.

It is believed to be the first time the club has won all four contests since joining the league and is a credit to the club’s recruiting of more junior players.

In the seniors, the club notched up its first win of the season on the back of a superb effort by the midfield and a general lift of intensity across the whole team.

1, Z. Gilmour 1, T. Wells 1.

Wonthaggi best: J. Kuyper, Z. MacDermid, Z. Gilmour, M. Davey, C. Boucher, A. Pugh.

THIRDS Wonthaggi 5.6.36 d Drouin 1.11.17 Wonthaggi goals: J. Vuyst 2, J. Dawson 1, C. McLean 1.

Wonthaggi best: T. Robinson, J. Benson, C. McLean, T. Scarce, F. Anderson, R. Williamson.

FOURTHS Wonthaggi 7.7.49 d Drouin 3.5.23 Wonthaggi goals: C. Smith 2, J. Gilmour 2, N. Anderson 1, K. Benson 1, H. Dawson 1.

Wonthaggi best: C. Smith, M. Pier, N. Anderson, K. Benson, H. Dawson, C. Cummins.

In slightly slippery conditions at Drouin Wonthaggi kicked its first goal in 15 seconds and this set the tone for the entire match apart from a lapse in term three.

The Power kicked four goals for the first term leading 4.4.28 to Drouin’s 0.3.3 Aiden Lindsay was a power through the midfield, the co-captain setting an example to the team with his attack on the footy.

The Power was able to control the ball for long periods through other quality midfielders in Joel Liddle and Jack Blair.

Power kicked another six for the second term while Drouin was held to just one major for the first half, mainly due to the defence led by running half back Pat Ryan and Jarryd Membrey.

Ryan used the ball well, delivering off half back and setting up opportunities.

At half time it was Power 10.8.68 to Drouin 1.4.10 With Hawks’ ruckman Bob McCullum really working hard for his team, Drouin fired up in the third term and gave Power some good opposition, outscoring the Power three goals to one.

Three quarter time Won-

thaggi Power 11.9.75 to Drouin 4.6.30.

The Power switched back on in the last term when it lifted another gear, booting eight goals

to Drouin’s one to runout comfortable 90 point winners.

Wonthaggi now host Bairnsdale in a winnable game at home and a chance

to put its season back on track before the interleague break.

With no injuries and a boost in confidence it’s now all steam ahead for Wonthaggi.

Midfield strength: Wonthaggi ‘s Luke O’Connor and Jack Blair take front spot in this contest against Drouin, a pattern that was set for the day.

PAGE 52 - “THE STAR” Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Parrots’ netball joy Continued from page 1.

Wonthaggi Power has also just completed wonderful new outdoor netball courts meaning it too can now look at hosting finals of the Gippsland league.

The ability to showcase Leongatha in hosting a final one day will be a big plus for the town. Not to mention the importance of integrating both the football and netball divisions of the club into a unified body, something the club has been developing for some years.

The new facility will be made up of two netball courts, a fully compliant match netball court complete with competition lighting and a second court to provide training and warm-up facilities.

While the completion date is 2018, the club can probably expect to start using the new courts in the 2019 season.

Cr Argento was pleased the project could now go ahead and thanked everyone involved.

“I would like to thank the Victorian Government for its contribution that will make the Leongatha Court Development Project possible and congratulate the Leongatha Football Netball Club for its significant investment,” Cr Argento said.

“The Leongatha Recreation Reserve is the premier municipal recreation precinct and home to the only club playing within a major league. The development of the new courts will ensure the reserve is worthy of this status.

“Council acknowledges the reserve is a premier recreation facility for the region, with works already underway to improve the parking and links within

the reserve; the Leongatha Court Development Project will only further enhance the reserve.”

Cr Argento said it was recognised as best industry practice to conduct league netball outdoors in a space that is co-located with the football to ensure equity and fairness.

“The development of the new courts will therefore also provide for a more cohesive club without the netballers feeling isolated,” he said.

“Once complete (in 2018), I know the project will help meet the high standard of netball and football facilities expected by such a well established and successful club and community.”

Former mayor, councillor and avid supporter of the Parrots, Mr Jim Fawcett who was present for the announcement, was acknowledged for his work leading up to successful grant application.

Also in attendance was Judy Buhagiar from Netball Victoria, Michelle Harris from GippSport, South Gippsland Shire Council’s Cr Meg Edwards and life member of the Leongatha Football Netball Club, Pat Kuhne.

Parrots’ netball president Renae Littlejohn and footy club president Mal Mackie were both present for the announcement.

“The club has raised $31,000 so far with another $4,000 in pledges so we will be working hard to see if anyone can help us achieve our $100,000 target,” Mrs Littlejohn said.

“This has been two years in the making with a lot of grant writing and so on. This will be great for our club and will save a lot of money and time in not having to move everything around on a trailer.”

Go Parrots: some of those netballers who’ll benefit from new courts in 2018 onwards are, from left, Zali Rogers, Harper McLennan, Anika Grabham-Andrews, Zara Littlejohn and Chloe Brown, who were pumped with the news last Thursday night.

The Shire’s Grants/Emergency Management (MRM) coordinator Penni Ellicott was thanked by Mrs Littlejohn for her role and considerable time in getting the application prepared and approved.

Win for netball: welcoming the announcement of new netball courts for the Parrots are, from left, LFNC president, Mal Mackie, club life member Pat Kuhne, Cr Meg Edwards, Side by side: the two netball courts will sit next GippSport’s Michelle Harris, Netball Victoria’s Judy Buhagiar, South Gippsland Shire may- to each other and will occupy the “hill” between or Cr Ray Argento, and Leongatha’s netball division president Renae Littlejohn. the football ground and the velodrome.

Plans unveiled: Parrots netball division president, Renae Littlejohn and mayor Cr Ray Argento, show off the sketches of the Leongatha courts due for completion in 2018.