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Landfill rejected

THE controversial landfill proposed for Leongatha South has been delayed for now.

Dancers light up stage THIS year’s four day Great Southern Star Eisteddfod in Leongatha from Thursday to Sunday, showcased dancers from near and far at Mesley Hall. Dressing in international costumes to perform traditional dances were, from left, Kasey Stoops and Taya Cameron from Leongatha’s Lisa Pellin Dancers, and Mia Kelly from Julia Ryan Dancers in Newborough. The girls caught up after their 12 and Under National Solo on Friday afternoon. More photos on pages 6 and 7.

KICK IN THE GUTS

By Stuart Biggins

THE Alberton Football Netball League feels cheated in the wake of AFL Gippsland’s restructure of football in the region that will leave the competition with just seven clubs.

Clubs have been further angered by AFL

Gippsland’s advice that the league ‘calls around’ and finds an eighth club.

League executives are furious, particularly given the undertaking league president Barry Stride received before Korumburra-Bena’s appeal being heard that Alberton would not be left a seven club league.

Neil Park, league director of football management, was “disappointed”.

“It is as if AFL Gippsland saw what could

be done and thought, let’s do it, and acted too quickly,” he said.

“It haven’t just fragmented Alberton; it has pulled us apart in a major way. It is terrible what has happened.”

Continued on page 4.

Eyeing sticks: Jack Homer takes aim for the Allies during the Reserves clash with MDU on Saturday.

The project by Veolia was not listed in the draft Gippsland Regional Waste and Resource Recovery Implementation Plan released on Friday, meaning the landfill is not needed to service Gippsland’s future waste needs.

Wendy Reed of protest group Dump the Dump was relieved but stopped short of saying the landfill, which would store rubbish from Melbourne, would now be abandoned.

“We want to make sure that proposals like Veolia’s do not proceed because they pose a threat to our community and other communities in regional Victoria,” she said.

“While it may not be on the table immediately, we just want to make sure it does not go back on the table in three years’ time.”

The landfill was mooted for an exhausted quarry on Whitelaws Track.

Veolia’s Andrew Race did not return a call from The Star.

Dump the Dump representatives will attend a meeting about the plan at the Leongatha Football Clubrooms this Friday, August 19. A session for businesses will be held from 12.30pm to 3pm, and a community session from 3.30pm to 5pm.

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Stoush inspires council bid

By Brad Lester

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Council rejected Mr Rich’s Walkerville Village proposal, sayWALKERVILLE farmer ing it went against State Governand would-be developer Jerment policy to not develop coastal emy Rich will run for South communities outside of existing town boundaries.

Gippsland Shire Council, Mr Rich said his village proinspired to over-turn what posal included a sewerage system he believes is council’s antithat would have also serviced the business attitude.

Promontory Views Estate. He said He will seek election to Coastal he developed the system at counPromontory Ward, spanning from cil’s request.

Venus Bay to Foster and WelshCouncil CEO Tim Tamlin ofpool. fered this statement in regards to Mr Rich has unsuccessfully • South Gippsland the water dispute: “Council can tried to seek council approval for a Shire Council candidate confirm it has been in negotiations $30 million, 80 house village next Jeremy Rich. with Ansevata (the Rich family to Promontory Views Estate and is company) to settle a legal proceednow in the midst of a legal stoush with council ing initiated by the Rich family. over water rights.

“The dispute itself is a legacy issues for the That water matter is before the Supreme shire and relates to an agreement made over 25 Court. The Rich family sold land to council more years ago, where the then council paid full market than 25 years ago but Mr Rich believes his family value for some land, purchased from a Rich famiheld rights to water from the dam council said it ly company, on which the council built a drainage built on the land. basin to service the adjacent Prom Views Estate.

He believes council has used too much water “The agreement for the land sale included a for road construction, resulting in E.coli levels right for Ansevata to take stormwater (not treated rising due to water mixing with sediment in the water of any kind) from the drainage basin at no bottom of the dam and aging septic systems in cost. the nearby Promontory Views Estate, rendering “In recent years, the council used some of this the water unsuitable for agricultural use on the water for local roadworks and Ansevata took isRich family farm. sue with this, asserting it was entitled to all of “I expect I have been dealing with a dysfunc- the water (regardless of whether it used it or not), tional shire council and I do not think that is in the and has also raised concerns about the quality of best interests of the farmers and businesses in the the water which it can use for pasture and stock shire,” Mr Rich said. watering.

He is calling for better leadership, vision and “Ansevata initiated the proceedings in the Sugovernance from council, and for council to work preme Court seeking declarations as to the exact to spread investment more broadly across the meaning of various parts of the agreement. shire.

“Whilst the parties have entered into negotiaMayor Cr Bob Newton did not believe Mr tions, the matter has not yet settled. The council Rich was a serious contender for council. will continue to seek to settle the proceedings to “He’s going on one issue and I believe that achieve a satisfactory outcome in terms of cost one issue councillors, once they find they can’t to the community and the interests of all affected change the local laws, do not do anything,” he parties.”

Inverloch man faces sex charges AN INVERLOCH man will face court today (Tuesday) in relation to charges of alleged sexual assault dating back to 1971.

The 79 year old was charged with one count of buggery and 14 counts of gross indecency by Central Gippsland Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team detectives on Friday.

He has been bailed to appear at Latrobe Valley

Magistrate’s Court today.

The offences, which involve a number of victims, are alleged to have occurred in 1971 when the man was a teacher at a Dandenong high school.

The investigation into the incidents remains ongoing and anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Opening ceremony: from left, John Armstrong (France), weightlifter Gail Truscott (Australia) and Debbie Bullock (Great Britain) get ready for the march of the athletes at Woorayl Lodge’s Olympics in Leongatha last Tuesday, August 9. See the full story and more photos on page 24.

Asbestos hoard leads to $8000 fine A WOOREEN landowner was fined $8000 after South Gippsland Shire Council found an estimated 20 tonnes of asbestos on her property.

She was also ordered to pay council’s prosecution costs of $337, including for testing of the asbestos, after pleading guilty.

The matter was heard at Korumburra Magistrates Court on August 4.

Dianne Niblett owned grazing land at 211 Forresters Road, Wooreen.

She was one of three directors of an asbestos removal company. The other directors were her husband and son.

On March 4, 2016, acting upon information received, council officers attended the property and executed a search warrant.

They found more than 20 tonnes of building rubble about 300m from the locked front gate and behind a second locked gate.

The rubble was predominantly asbestos sheeting and was in four piles, under trees.

Amongst the rubble were protective clothing of the type worn by tradespeople engaged in the removal of offensive or dangerous materials.

There were also bags of material labelled “WARNING ASBESTOS DUST. DO NOT INHALE”.

The officers walked to a shed and found material including asbestos sheeting and other building materials.

Council contacted Ms Niblett and asked her to attend for interview but she chose not to. Instead, council said Ms Niblett took steps to remove the offending materials the following week.

At the time of executing the search warrant, samples were taken from each location for analysis.

The samples were tested at a laboratory and found to contain white, brown and blue asbestos.

The barrister for the accused, Paul Lawrie, told the court his client was an elderly woman in poor health and that “even though she didn’t put the items there, she accepted she was guilty because she owns the land”.

He said some of the material stored in the shed was from a building on the land that had fallen before council’s inspection.

Magistrate Fiona Hayes said the accused knew the items in the shed were at the property and had done nothing to remove them until council became involved.

The court also heard Ms Niblett was not aware of asbestos piles on her property and her son had placed asbestos there.

Council’s regulatory services manager Matthew Patterson said licensed asbestos removalists are required to transport asbestos material they have removed to a landfill that accepts commercial asbestos.

“If you are thinking of undertaking any repairs, renovation and demolition work in a house built prior to 1990, please be aware it is likely it has asbestos containing products,” he said.

“Asbestos can also be found in certain types of machinery. Your legal responsibilities for finding and identifying asbestos will depend on whether you are in the workplace, home, environment or a builder or tradesperson.”

When disturbed, asbestos produces a dust that contains asbestos fibres. Fibres breathed into the lungs can cause a range of health problems including asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma.

“If you have to work with asbestos, such as removing, drilling, cutting or cleaning, you need to understand the legal requirements and how to start planning the work,” Mr Patterson said.

Information about finding and managing asbestos can be found at www.asbestos.vic.gov.au.

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Vietnam veterans honoured

SOME 40 Vietnam War veterans and their families attended the 50th anniversary of the battle of Long Tan commemoration service on Wednesday morning.

Held at the Wonthaggi cenotaph, those presented reflected on past events and remembered their comrades who fought alongside them.

The service was led by Wonthaggi RSL secretary Rod Gallagher, and Reverend Graeme Peters was welcomed to do a bible reading and read a poem written

by Vietnam veteran Lachlan Irvine.

“It’s hard to believe it has been 50 years since Long Tan which left so many Australian casualties,” Reverend Peters said.

“Today we honoured those men who served our country.”

The service also included a wreath laying in respect of those who served in the war.

Mr Gallagher said the service held great significance for the community and the turnout on the day was excellent.

The service was followed with a peacekeepers and peacemakers lunch held at the Wonthaggi RSL. The RSL hosts three of these lunches each year and all Vietnam veterans and veterans who have served in recent conflicts are most welcome.

The service was held last Wednesday so as not to conflict with the Vietnam Veterans Day celebrations which will be held in Melbourne this Thursday, August 18.

Left, Nice lunch: from left, Barry Rogers from Cranbourne and Vince Campisi from Leongatha enjoyed the peacekeepers and peacemakers lunch at the Wonthaggi RSL following the battle of the Long Tan 50th year commemoration service.

Above, Veterans: from left, Leongatha’s Colin James, Leongatha’s Bob Birrell, Allambee South’s Daryl Kerslake, Leongatha’s Tony Kamphuis, Philip Island’s Kevin Patterson and Anzac House Melbourne’s Peter Smith gathered at the Wonthaggi cenotaph to commemorate 50 years since the battle of Long Tan last Wednesday.

Alberton won’t just roll over Continued from page 1.

Korumburra-Bena had AFL Gippsland over a barrel when its appeal was heard by AFL Victoria.

First it was named in the new league, and then it was out. While there was something of a senior players’ crisis, the Giants were thriving on the netball courts and at junior level.

Then AFL Victoria upheld the club’s appeal to join West Gippsland.

Alberton was prepared to accept a reduction from 12 to eight clubs if that was in the best interests of the future of Australian Rules Football in Gippsland, but seven teams was an insult.

Mr Park said, “We never caused this to happen and now we’re told to find another team.

“Fish Creek, Foster, Allies and Toora are all clubs that have celebrated 125 years of history this year.

“AFL Gippsland has ruined and wrecked the Alberton FNL.”

Mr Stride is not a happy president.

“Alberton has been left high and dry,” he said.

“It is an absolute disgrace the way a league that is 125 years old has been decimated in this way.

“AFL Gippsland is sitting on its hands and doing nothing.”

The president of MDU Andrew Mackie said, “It’s a tough situation.”

In respect of Alberton finding another club to come on board and become an eighth club he said, “There hasn’t been a wave of clubs wanting to jump on board.”

Toora co-president Craig Jenkins said, “As far as Toora is concerned, we would like to see another side come in and make an eight team competition, but if they don’t then we have to suck it up and get on with it, be positive and make it work.

“We believe having all local sides will see

bigger crowds and a closer competition.

“Last week when Toora played Allies we had a massive crowd.

“The fact is we can jump up and down, but it won’t change the decisions that have already been handed down so we just have to get on with it if we still want to play netball and football.”

Allies president Doug Kay agreed.

“We could work with seven teams but we are looking at every aspect of the AFL Gippsland and AFL Victoria decision to leave Alberton with seven teams when you consider this league is 125 years old,” he said.

The decision to be made will be clear at the end of a meeting on Monday, August 22 when the Alberton Football Netball League president and seven club presidents meet with the review commission, AFL Gippsland and the AFL Vic Country, which heard and upheld KorumburraBena’s appeal.

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Call to close tip WITH litter and debris scattered right along the bank of Little Screw Creek, the South Gippsland Conservation Society (SGCS) believed closing the Inverloch transfer station would be Bass Coast Shire Council’s best decision yet.

Council officers recommended the closure due to impact of water quality in Little Screw Creek and because council believed it was not producing value for money.

Should the transfer station close as planned in September, 2017, the land will be evaluated by the EPA, rehabilitated and the public land may become a reserve, which is music to the ears of the society. “I am an advocate for waterways including the Screw and Little Screw creeks. By global standards the observed condition of this tip is deemed universally untenable. This is a small tip. Like many things in this country town the scale, the complexity and the accessibility allow for a readily achievable solution,� leader of the society’s Inverloch branch Ed Thexton said. “I congratulate the Bass Coast Shire Council in bringing forth the closure and the rehabilitation.�

Mr Thexton and society president Dave Sutton said it may take generations to properly rehabilitate the land, but it would be well worth the effort. “They couldn’t have put the tip in a worse place and it’s important it’s closed as quickly as possible,� Mr Sutton said. “The confluence of the two waterways is one of the loveliest things we have and it’s just metres away from an avalanche of rubbish. The surrounding parkland is an alienated from the public. “It is also close to the salt marsh, which is unusual find in an urban area. Having a reserve here would be far more appropriate.�

The move to create a reserve is already well underway, with 34 hectares parkland established around Screw Creek in the past 10 years.

“There’s a fine vista from Townsends Bluff – the inlet, the creeks line with dark mangroves, tea tree and eucalypts and the tip right in the middle.

It’s a tip within a park,� Mr Thexton said.

Mr Sutton said council’s green waste bins would help ease the loss of the transfer station. “As it is, the transfer station excludes people who can’t tow trailers. Not everyone can use a transfer station, but we can all use a green waste bin,� he said.

The men acknowledged many residents would be unhappy with the closure, but agreed it was the best outcome for the community. “People have been unhappy about the inconvenience of travel, but that’s the way it is,� Mr Thexton said. “They won’t be happy but council can’t ignore Stay closed: from left, leader of the South Gippsland Conservation Society Inverloch branch the problems here.�

Council will make a decision about the future Ed Thexton and South Gippsland Conservation Society president Dave Sutton want to see of the Inverloch transfer station at tomorrow’s the Inverloch transfer station closed to protect the nearby environment.

(Wednesday, August 17) monthly meeting.

Inverloch reserve wanted REHABILITION of the Inverloch transfer station site is the ultimate goal for the South Gippsland Conservation Society.

Leader of the society’s Inverloch branch Ed Thexton said it had been 50 years since Ivanhoe residents lobbied Gough Whitlam’s government to start rehabilitation of a tip site on the Darebin Creek in Northcote, and he wants to see the same happen in Inverloch. “Thirty years ago I was employed by the local governments of Heidelberg, Preston and Northcote as the Darebin Creek coordinator,� he said. “Vast tips littered the lower 10 kilometres of Darebin. Millions (of dollars) have been poured into their rehabilitation. The blighted and derelict tips are now community resources. The councils still fund the position and still fund the rehabilitation.�

Mr Thexton was confronted with the same legacy when he moved to Inverloch, with bottles and debris falling into the waterway near the transfer station and has supported the pending closure of the site. “Decommissioning the transfer station and beginning the long rehabilitation journey is entirely consistent with the refuse disposal site and waterway management practice globally,� he said. “In its current condition, it is Inverloch’s shame.�

Should council opt to remove the Inverloch transfer station in September, 2017, extensive works will be undertaken to remove infrastructure, control weeds, revegetate the site and cap the old landfill.

It would then act as a buffer to protect environmentally sensitive areas in and around Screw Creek from developed land.

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Talented dancers dazzle at

By Tayla Kershaw DANCERS from across the region wowed at Leongatha’s Mesley Hall during the seventh Great Southern Star Eisteddfod last week.

really love it and love coming back each year to see the friends they wouldn’t normally get a chance to see.”

The competition included place winners in each category and the opportunity for individual winners to receive summer school scholarships.

“They get a chance to go for a week

and it makes a huge difference. Summer schools can cost a lot of money to attend, so it’s fantastic to be able to give them this opportunity,” Nella said.

She thanked the committee and the sponsors for their input this year.

“Everyone did a great job. The committee really came together and

helped each other out, and without the sponsors the eisteddfod couldn’t go ahead,” Nella said.

“The volunteers were wonderful and it was a really friendly environment over the four days. We are always looking for more people to join the committee if anyone is interested.”

Committee president Nella Mitchelson said the event ran smoothly and was pleased to see many age groups and dance schools represented.

“We’ve got local groups, as well as groups from as far as Morwell, Narre Warren, Drouin, Berwick and Melbourne. The eisteddfod keeps growing and more schools are getting involved. We had to start on Thursday just to accommodate all the entries,” she said.

“It is really good to see the children learning and enjoying themselves. The eisteddfod is really about the friendships. It’s a competition p dancers butt al bu alll th thee da danc ncer nc erss er

In action: Cleo Hogan from Lisa Pellin Dancers wrapped up the classical solo 13 and Under 15 open section with a strong performance at the Great Southern Star Eisteddfod on Friday in Leongatha.

Fun theme: Lisa Pellin Dancers’ U/12 modern jazz troupe placed first with its Scooby Doo inspired dance.

Front from left, Grace Patterson, Maya Williams, Kasey Stoops, Chloe Fox and Ashley Geary recreated the famous team while, back from left, Alice Dell, Ruby Adkins, Claudia Leys, Taya Cameron, Keona Gale and Siobhan Cooper dressed up as the ghosts at the Great Southern Star Eisteddfod in Leongatha.

Tap and classical: with a mixed schedule, audiences were amazed by tap soloist Imogen Leahy from Sale (front), and classical dancers such as Sale’s Brooke Ainsworth and Warragul’s Sophie Vale, Abby van Rossum Duo: Foster siblings Yasmin and Zane Duursma represented Susan Green School of Dance at the Great Southern Star Eisteddfod on Friday. and Olivia McDougal all on the same day at the Great Southern Star Eisteddfod.

Pretty in pink: from left, Kasey Stoops and Chloe Fox looked gorgeous Graceful: from left, KC’s School of Dance’s Abby van Rossum and Katie Roberts and Lisa Pellin Dancers’ in their costumes for the Under 15s song and dance troupe. The girls are Cleo Hogan were excited to perform their classical solos on Friday afternoon at the Great Southern Star Eisteddfod. from Lisa Pellin Dancers.

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Leading ladies: Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale (far left) and Eastern Victoria MLC Melina Bath (fourth from right) congratulated, from left, Judy McLeod (Leongatha), Yvonne Gannon (Erica), Tamara Dower (Warragul), Alison Vincent (Inverloch), Linda Bayly (Warragul), Susanna Waugh (Yarram), Renae Steer (Rosedale), Janice McConnachie (Yarram), Wendy Shiels (Warragul) and Raelyn Ziebe (Warragul) for their dedication to the SES.

Praise for SES volunteers DEDICATED SES volunteers from all over the region were honoured at an annual VICSES awards ceremony at the Leongatha RSL on Sunday.

The event was attended by special guests including Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien, Eastern Victoria MLC Melina Bath, South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Bob Newton and Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale. “I was coming back from Traralgon on a cold wet July day and a big eucalypt fell onto the road.

I called 000 and the amazing SES was there within what felt like moments,� Ms Bath said.

Fast response: Wonthaggi, Inverloch and Pound Creek fire brigades attended a holiday house fire at Coral Court, Cape Paterson on Saturday afternoon.

The CFA said the fire started due to a malfunction with a chimney flue, and while firefighters found the fire difficult to contain due to multiple roof levels and pitches, the house was saved. Smoke detectors were installed in the home and were working when fire fighters arrived. Wonthaggi CFA reminded people who have wood fires to have their flues inspected and that every house has a working smoke alarm installed.

“They worked with such precision and teamwork to clear the road and I felt very safe. These people are highly skilled and dedicated to our safety.�

The recipient of this year’s National Medal was Darryl Harrap from the Yarram unit, who unfortunately could not be there on the day.

Manager of regional operations Mark Sommers said the annual events were an excellent opportunity to rec- GAS escaped during a fire in Leongatha ognise the time the volunteers commit to the service. on Saturday. “We’ve had two ceremonies this year, during The incident in Louise Simon Court was which 1800 years of service were recognised. The caused by heat from hot coals setting fire to a medals acknowledge the phenomenal work the vol- plastic container, which then set fire to two nearby unteers put in. They are on standby 24/7 and this is a rubbish bins. small token of our appreciation to them,� he said.

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attended.

Knife revealed POLICE found a knife in a car intercepted during a routine check in Wonthaggi on Friday.

The 21 year old male driver from Hampton Park was pulled over by police at 1am.

He was also found to be driving while suspended, and will face traffic and weapons offences at Korumburra Magistrate’s Court at a later date.

Bike found A BIKE was found in Inverloch on the weekend and police want to return it to its owner.

The bicycle was found in Lindsay Court, near a path leading to the foreshore caravan park.

If you know who it belongs to, contact the property officer at Wonthaggi Police Station during business hours on 5671 4100.

Police bust tax scam POLICE are urging residents in the Bass Coast area to be wary of an ongoing Australian Tax Office phone scam.

People have been contacted by someone claiming to be from the Australian Taxation Of-

The heat caused the cap on a natural gas line between the bins to melt, allowing gas to escape.

The shut off valve was also damaged.

As the gas company was at least an hour away, Leongatha Fire Brigade firefighters stopped gas escaping by jerry rigging a stop valve using parts carried on the brigade’s Hazmat truck normally used for vehicle gas flare offs.

fice and told they have a large outstanding tax debt.

Victims have been threatened with legal action and even imprisonment if they refuse to pay.

Victims are then directed to make cash deposits into accounts nominated by the scammer. Some victims in the Bass Coast area have lost significant amounts of money to this scam.

Members of the Bass Coast Crime Tasking unit have recently executed a number of warrants in relation to the scam.

Four offenders have been arrested so far. Two of these offenders are facing serious charges.

Police expect to lay further charges against the individuals involved in the coming weeks.

Police remind people they should never transfer any money in these circumstances. For any issues surrounding tax, members of the public should always seek advice directly from the Australian Tax Office or from a trusted accountant.

Residents are urged to report any scams of this nature to the Australian Taxation Office on 13 28 61 Police are also encouraging anyone who has relatives living in the Bass Coast area, particularly more vulnerable residents such as the elderly or those who speak limited English, to talk with their families and ensure they are aware of the scam.

Anyone with information about those behind the scam is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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Staying united: South Gippsland Shire councillors Don Hill (left) and Andrew McEwen are retaining their partnership as they seek re-election to council in October.

Duo reveal game plan

By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire councillors Don Hill and Andrew McEwen will continue working as a team, as they launch a joint campaign for re-election in October.

Cr Hill is seeking to remain as a representative for Tarwin Valley Ward and Cr McEwen for Strzelecki Ward.

They promise to campaign for a reduced management structure that could see some managers reallocated to other positions “at the coalface”, saying council has “too many chiefs and not enough indians”.

They will abandon the current proposal for what they see as a $32 million municipal precinct project, saying the existing council offices can be refurbished instead of rebuilt, while still including a new Leongatha library.

Cr McEwen said, “If we save money from the municipal precinct, we could have an extra cycle in council’s roads maintenance program.”

They want more money spent in smaller towns and

those communities to have greater say in spending priorities. They will advocate for a school camp at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum at Korumburra to increase revenue and create 23 jobs.

Cr Hill believed between $50 million and $70 million could be removed from the existing budget.

“Over the next four years, we could put in a 2.5 percent, 1.5 percent and then two zero percent rate rises, and then go back to 2.5 percent,” he said.

Cr McEwen wants to attract an extra 10,000 people to the shire, saying they would bring an extra $2 million in rate revenue to council each year.

He is also seeking community hubs in smaller towns that would incorporate council customer service centres and libraries, with library staff also providing council services.

The duo want more public discussions of council business instead of debate being made confidential, online streaming of council meetings, the creation of a finance committee to review council’s forward expenditure for the next 15 years and councillors to be given portfolios based on their skill sets.

Cr Hill wants to reduce council’s media unit budget by $300,000, while Cr McEwen would reallocate one media officer position to an arts officer role.

Mayor’s back in council race

By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Bob Newton has changed his mind and will contest the October council election.

He has 24 years as a councillor under his belt, having served with the current shire and the former Shire of Korumburra before council amalgamations.

The Korumburra resident was to stand down at the end of this current council term but felt the new council needed the stability and experience he could offer, and so he will recontest Strzelecki Ward “to keep the place running smoothly”.

Councillors Mohya Davies, Jeanette Harding, Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks, Lorraine Brunt, Don Hill and Andrew McEwen have confirmed they will re-stand. Crs Jim Fawcett and Kieran Kennedy are undecided.

The mayor said, “I would like to see the Karmai Children’s Centre come to fruition and down the track all the streetscapes for all the towns.”

Cr Newton said the current council could face a major shake-up, predicting up to nine candidates could vie for the three positions within Strzelecki Ward alone.

“There will be a lot of votes taken from the current councillors so it will be interesting. If I get booted out, so be it,” he said.

“There’s just been a few upsets with fellow councillors but that has not been my doing.”

Reflecting on his past term, Cr Newton cited his lobbying as contributing to the sealing of Hudsons Road, Korumburra South, being listed among this year’s capital works, as well as the Korumburra cemetery carpark and the Karmai centre, although he was reluctant to take full credit, also paying tribute to fellow councillors.

Cr Davies, of Foster, pledged to provide strong leadership and governance.

“I will provide regional representation and effective advocacy to State and Federal governments to maximise our opportunities to attract government funding,” she said.

“I want to have a collegiate approach, provide a steady hand and not to be distracted by disruptive influ-

• Cr Bob Newton.

ences.”

Cr Davies wants to maintain, improve and develop buildings, roads, bridges and recreation facilities.

“We need to continue to act strategically on issues such as planning for the future development within the shire, planning for growth and development in the western end of the shire, in Korumburra, Leongatha and Nyora especially,” she said.

“In the Corner Inlet area, council needs to help provide economic stimulus enabling the area to take advantage of opportunities in tourism such as boating, fishing, providing adequate facilities for tourism.

“We also need to develop stronger relationships with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, and Parks Victoria to better care for and manage some of our reserves and tourism infrastructure.”

A councillor of 16 years, Cr Harding said she has worked for the restoration of the Long Jetty at Port Welshpool, served as an ambassador for Viplus Dairy factory at Toora, and chaired the transport lobby group, South East Australian Transport Strategy (SEATS).

“This reaches from Goulburn in New South Wales to Bass in Victoria, and is a very strong transport organisation,” the Toora resident said.

“Being involved in local government for many years, I am in a position to work with governments of all persuasions.”

Cr Hutchinson-Brooks is hoping for a council of “new blood and old experience”.

“I want to continue the big picture issues I have been involved with, like emergency management planning for the shire, economic development, arts development, Municipal Association of Victoria and continue involvement with council’s relations with State and Federal governments, from whom we get much needed grant monies,” he said.

“I would love to serve on a council with a majority of women and hopefully that can be achieved this election.

“Councillors competing amongst themselves is such a waste of time and energy. It is unfortunate that some councillors do not understand the meaning of TEAM: Together Each Achieves More! I believe I can offer a balance of experience and maturity.”

• Cr Mohya Davies.

• Cr Jeanette Harding.

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Anne Frank to be staged in Wonthaggi A CAPTIVATION with the story of Anne Frank has led former Leongatha man Josh Gardiner to his directing debut with the Wonthaggi Theatre Group.

a delicate topic that can educate and captivate minds of all ages.”

Josh said he wanted to direct an original staging of the hard hitting play - encompassing a mix of contemporary and traditional elements to make it speak The Diary of Anne Frank will be performed from to all supporters of WTG. August 19 to 27 at the Wonthaggi Union Community His aim is to incorporate music and multimedia Arts Centre. into the production, “to really detail how horrendous In German occupied Amsterdam during World Europe was during the Nazi regime”.

War Two, the Frank family had gone into hiding.

The cast features Cluanie Swanwick as Anne Living in very small confinement, Anne Frank Frank, Simon Furniss as Otto Frank, Bron Kalos as Edith Frank and Jaz Hendry as Margot Frank.

Other cast members include Brad Boucher as Mr Van Daan, Jaz Kaye as Mrs Van Daan, Adam Turner as Peter Van Daan, Brad Beach as Albert Dussel, Georgia Kaye-Helmot as Miep Gies, Aidan Clark as Victor Kraler and Jack Boterill, Finnian Donohue and Isaac Muldoon as Nazi officers.

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THE Leongatha Horticultural Society has an will have further details in coming weeks. alternate phone number for enquiries and entries about next week’s Leongatha Daffodil and Floral VICTORIANS are being encouraged to register Show: 0409 649 237. for VicHealth’s Walk to School which starts on October 3.

THE Sherar family has been wonderfully To get involved, go to www.walktoschool.vic. generous coming up with the idea of placing two bull gov.au. Participating schools will be provided with calves in the paddock next door to the Loch Primary certificates to celebrate students’ achievements, as School. A competition to name each calf is underway well as being in the running for regional prizes. The and when it comes time to go to the market, one of proportion of Victorian children walking to school them will be donated to the school as a fundraiser. has declined dramatically in recent decades, with only one in five children aged five to 17 getting the MARK October 15 in your diary. The recommended amount of physical activity every Korumburra Primary School will be celebrating day.

125 years in existence. The significant milestone In a bid to get children moving VicHealth is celebrated with lots of catch ups, fun and games, encouraging Victorian primary students to walk, ride and photo opportunities will also include the or scoot to and from school for one month. raising of the time capsule placed in the ground back in 1991. A working party planning the event

ST JOSEPH’S Primary School, Wonthaggi is hosting a Father’s Day stall on Wednesday, August 31. There will be a fantastic range of gifts available for students to purchase on the day. Gift prices range from $2 to $5.

IF YOUR friends, family or workmates would pay for you to be quiet for a while, sign up for Barrier Breakers’ Silence For A Voice Challenge.

Barrier Breakers Inc, Gippsland’s mental health advocacy service, is a voice for people with mental illness.

Barrier Breakers is asking people to be silent for a period of time chosen by themselves, and seek people to sponsor them for each 10 minutes of quietness.

If possible, the time of silence should be during Mental Health Week, October 9 to 16, but participants may choose another time.

People can sign up either as challengers and raise money for Barrier Breakers, or as contestants, with the contestant who raises the most winning prizes.

More details, and a contestant pack, can be found on Barrier Breakers web site, www.barrierbreakers.org.au

SPREADING WINGS: Dumbalk author Mandy Kuhne (right) has recently returned home from a successful book launch in the Northern Territory. She read her book Noisy Nature during Storytime sessions at Casuarina and Katherine libraries. Children had fun joining in with the animal sounds. She also held a book signing in the Smith Street Mall in Darwin. Ms Kuhne is pictured with her cousin Annette Ballard, nee Heppell, who lives in Darwin and grew up in Dumbalk.

MUST NOT BE MISSED: the next ecumenical afternoon at Mardan South’s Scots Pioneer Church will be held on Sunday, August 28. nclude a The event will include ll, with tribute to Beth Dyall, special guest musicianss Hilary n, and Robert Harrison, and Ian Sullivan.

Barry Harms will take part as a vocalist.

Everyone is most welcome to join in, with afternoon tea and a chat to complete

the day.

From left, enjoying the fun of a past Pleasant Sunday Afternoon at Mardan South were Michael Holloway, Lillian g Nicita, Sam Nicita and Douglas Parker.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, August 16, 2016 - PAGE 11

Time is now: Leongatha high jumper Eleanor Patterson will be aiming to beat her personal best jump of 1.96m when she competes in the Rio Olympic Games in Brazil this Thursday, August 18.

The Commonwealth Games gold medallist will begin her campaign during the qualifying rounds from 10.50pm our time, with the final to be held from 9.30am Sunday.

Patterson is pictured on her way to winning the IAAF World Challenge high jump event in Melbourne in March this year.

South Gippsland wishes her well.

Exciting development

By Stuart Biggins THE site of the former shire offices in Korumburra is about to undergo generational change.

The corner of King and Commercial streets now houses the Korumburra Art Gallery, library, community meeting room and Korumburra Historical Society.

George Auddino of First National Real Estate in Korumburra said the site has been sold.

Korumburra Rotary Club president, Peter Biggins described what is about to happen on the ripest corner for redevelopment in the district as “an exciting time for Korumburra”.

“There has been a lot of talk for the last five or 10 years but this time something is going to happen,” he said.

The old building on the site, once the Korumburra Shire office, will be demolished and with the vacant allotment next door, will be redeveloped.

Who the developer is and exactly what will materialise on the site is still a closely guarded secret, however, a new library is expected to form the centrepiece of a mixed use community/commercial development.

Korumburra can expect a new library at street

level sitting on top of and integrated with what is highly likely to be a new supermarket.

The Rotary club has operated the Korumburra Art Gallery since 2006 and is making a strong case to South Gippsland Shire Council to commit to keeping the gallery at the site.

Rotary has been purchasing the winning entries from its annual art show since 1980 and this now amounts to a magnificent collection of some 130 pieces of art independently valued recently at around $150,000.

The collection is housed in a vault but pieces fill the gallery walls between exhibitions and are on loan to other localities within the town.

Council is keen for the art gallery to be relocated to the Korumburra Railway Station. A community meeting will be held on September 5 to discuss the station’s redevelopment.

Mr Biggins said it was difficult to imagine how the heritage protected railway station building could accommodate the kind of rooms which a modern art gallery demands to mount exhibitions.

He said the art gallery and library have worked effectively together since an entrance to the gallery through the library was installed in 1983.

That has allowed the gallery to remain open 210 days a year, supervised only by being in earshot of

Cars collide

Guinea pigs returned

NO ONE was injured during a two car collision in Leongatha on Sunday.

TWO Inverloch children are happy again after their pet guinea pigs were returned.

A Mornington woman, 43, received a penalty notice for failing to give way as she was travelling east on Church Street, around 3.30pm.

She collided with a vehicle travelling south on Bruce Street, driven by a 38 year old Leongatha man, with his partner and three children on board.

Leongatha CFA’s Hazmat vehicle was called to address leaking liquid and the intersection was blocked for a short time.

Both cars were towed from the scene.

The pets were taken from their home in Nautilus Road, Inverloch, recently.

The guinea pigs were in a two storey wooden cage that had been placed on the naturestrip by the children to access fresh grass.

Police believe the cage may have been taken by someone who was unaware the animals were inside and thought the cage had been placed on the naturestrip as hard rubbish.

The cage and pets were returned by an unknown person.

the library staff.

Long time Rotarian John Kurrle said the club had a right to significant input about where the new gallery is located.

When asked if he felt the club was being listened to, he shook his head and said, “No.” Mr Auddino, a past Rotary president, said of the library and gallery, “We feed off each other and work well together. Anyone can come in at any time when the library is open.”

The Korumburra Historical Society too has been briefed and the president Bob Newton – also council mayor – said most members were enthusiastic about the society’s likely move to the railway station.

He said the vast cellar beneath the building would be ideal for the archives.

Cr Newton said he was keen to see gallery retained as part of the library redevelopment, which he said would cost between $4 million and $5 million.

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OPINIONS

Querying figures

I REFER to the mayor’s message of August 2.

Mayor Cr Bob Newton writes, “One of the issues being heavily misreported at the moment is the council’s municipal precinct proposal.”

He goes on to say this project will not be fully funded by $32 million of ratepayer’s dollars as being reported and that the total cost is $24.72 million.

I find this publication disturbing because this year’s publicly available council budget is not consistent with the mayor’s publication but details the following: Borrowing costs $16m, grant $2m, draw down general reserve in 2022-23 $2m, draw down general reserve in 2026-27 $2m, finance cost on borrowings to 2029-30 $5.67m, internal reserves $2.98m, finance costs on borrowings estimate beyond 202930 $1.35m and total costs estimate $32m.

C. Newton, your figures do not reconcile with the published documentation as described in your article and I am of the opinion they are incorrect and as such unacceptable to me.

I am happy to bring in the Adopted Annual Budget 2015-16 papers and show you the figures on at least 15 pages they are listed on.

To deliberately not include the finance costs of the project I also find unacceptable, period. I would suggest to rectify this immediately because I would think that to state otherwise looks extremely unprofessional.

In addition, please explain where the total $32 million is not funded by ratepayers and taxpayers’ money. Unless, of course, the tooth fairy is asked to contribute a few bucks.

I suggest a public apology and immediate rectification, including the admittance that finance costs on borrowings are part of the total costs, is required.

Gus Blaauw, Venus Bay.

Challenge council ARE we, the ratepayers of the Shire of South Gippsland, up to the challenge?

Are we prepared to challenge this current council on the following?

• why are our rates so high, without any value added services?

• why is it, that this mob of councillors will not stand united on the exemption of CSG and fracking in

South Gippsland?

• why are we currently paying four percent of our rates to fund a $32 million council precinct?

• if you happen to live outside town boundaries, are you happy driving on your pot-holed roads?

• why does it seem the Splash program at the Leongatha pool is more vital than smaller town swimming pools?

• are we happy with the debacle at council meetings?

• is there a majority bloc thwarting proper debate on issues fundamental to the ratepayers?

• are you aware some councillors have made it their mission to tell us all how it really is, and have been accused of misinformation? Why? • do you believe our councillors should be truly independent?

• is the funding from our rates primarily focused on the big towns in this shire?

• do you think all of your elected councillors represent you and your concerns?

• who runs this shire: the CEO or your councillor? I think the former; • have you lost confidence in the governance and management of this shire. Have you given it any thought?

So the question is, are we the ratepayers happy as things currently stand or do you think a better solution is out there?

I am encouraged and delighted by the number of people who are nominating to run for council in the upcoming October elections.

We the ratepayers have been the victims for too long.

We need to send a clear message to council we are not happy.

The need for change has never been greater. Before you vote at the next council election think about the way this shire has been managed.

Make your vote count and take the challenge.

Frank Oostermeyer, Dollar.

Financial claim does not add up I WOULD like to discuss the proposed closure of the Inverloch transfer station.

One of the fundamental responsibilities of any local government is to provide for the waste management of its resi-

E D I T O R I A L Alberton needs eight clubs WHEN was the last time a new football netball club was created in South Gippsland?

Not since Wonthaggi Power, Woodside Wildcats and Korumburra-Bena, but these clubs were formed either from the merger of two clubs in the case of Wonthaggi and Korumburra-Bena, while Woodside was formed from a field of some existing players from the Allies and Yarram clubs.

So imagine the Alberton Football Netball League’s dismay when asked by AFL Gippsland to find an eighth team to boost the league after AFL Gippsland reduced the league to just seven clubs from 2017.

Football and netball clubs are, and have to be, run by like businesses these days and are expensive to operate.

With a dwindling field of potential players to draw from, and businesses hit by the dairy downturn less likely to be able to provide sponsorship like they have done in the past, the possibility of establishing a new club in South Gippsland is absurd.

Most towns already have a football netball club, even Stony Creek which only has a few streets to its name, so the chances of creating a new one are next to impossible.

The only possibility that comes to mind is the Dollar Dollars Football Netball Club, as in reality, any new club would have to have bucketloads of cash to start and to continue. Where will that come from?

But what is the solution? With some elements of Dalyston and Kilcunda-Bass football netball clubs not keen to move to the new West Gippsland competition, AFL Gippsland should give consideration to allowing at least one of these clubs to remain in the Alberton league.

At least an eighth side in Alberton would guarantee everybody a game each week while ensuring football and netball retains a stronger presence on the region’s sporting calendar than the seven team competition proposed will.

Letters to the Editor

dents.

The Inverloch transfer station has largely fulfilled this need for Inverloch residents and those from surrounding areas for decades.

It is a well used and wanted resource.

According to Bass Coast Shire Council’s own data, the Inverloch site has 100 users per day during most of the year and this rises to 130 over summer.

In comparison, the Wonthaggi site also receives 100 people a day while in summer the number is 140.

In other words, on the days it is open the Inverloch site gets very close to the same amount of traffic as Wonthaggi does.

So, if Inverloch were to shut down and residents went to Wonthaggi instead, doesn’t it stand to reason the Wonthaggi site would somehow need to be enlarged or upgraded to keep pace with the huge increase in use?

Why would you shut down one site that is already up and running only to shift the cost to another location?

Not only that, but by closing the Inverloch site, council would be pushing the cost of waste management on to residents as they would have to cart their rubbish on an individual basis using their own transportation. This is inefficient.

Many residents who live at Pound Creek or Wattle Bank who do not get rubbish collection from their properties use the station as a matter of need, and also use it to clear their properties of green matter which helps in reducing fire hazards in the lead up to fire season.

Part of the rationale for the proposed closure relates to Little Screw Creek.

Of course the environment is important and always needs to be taken into account, however I am concerned not enough weight has been given to residents in this matter.

According to council statistics, the site costs $185,000 a year to run.

To get some context of the cost, the total council budget is $72.3 million.

That means as a percentage of the total budget, the Inverloch transfer station costs 0.26 percent.

In other words, it costs around a quarter of one percent to provide this vital piece of infrastructure to Inverloch and its surrounds.

Given council should always make sure it is getting roads, rubbish and rates right before any other programs, it should let the station remain.

Julian Brown, candidate for Bunurong Ward, Inverloch.

What about CFA volunteers?

RECENTLY read an article in the Melbourne press with our local Eastern Victoria MP Harriet Shing attacking the CFA and supporting the UFU takeover.

Is Ms Shing interested in representing all her constituents or just the union and metropolitan voters?

Steve Finlay, Leongatha.

Gas free please THE Victorian Government is due to

hand down a decision about the future of onshore gas exploration and mining in this state.

This is of great concern to me as a resident of South Gippsland, where there are many coal seam gas exploration licences.

South Gippsland has a lower unemployment rate than Victoria or Australia as a whole. In the last five years, the unemployment rate in South Gippsland is 2.3 percent lower than that of Victoria (and 2.2 percent lower than Australia).

In South Gippsland, the majority of people are employed directly in the agriculture sector (19.4 percent) with 10.7 percent employed in manufacture (which is agriculture related in this region) and 11 percent in retail (which is dependent on the viability of the agricultural sector).

In South Gippsland we are lucky to live in a vibrant and healthy economy, which is based in agriculture. Onshore gas mining and exploration represents a triple threat to agriculture.

1. The water required to release gas will be diverted away from agriculture and once viable farms will not have sufficient water supply.

2. There is a threat of contamination of the water supply, as we have seen in Queensland and in United States. Even if there is no direct contamination the produce from the farms will no longer have the clean and green image.

3. Gas wells on farms may only be accessed by roads, cutting farms into pieces, which make the farms unusable in a practical sense.

The miners are claiming to bring us prosperity, but is this true? We are already better off than the rest of the country. Let’s keep South Gippsland gas free.

Source: http://economy.id.com.au/ south-gippsland/Employment-census Deborah O’Connor, Berrys Creek.

Without prejudice WE have been ratepayers at Venus Bay since 1990. We have always paid our rates on time and without complaint, despite the fact they have always, and continue to be, exorbitant as they have offered no real services in that timeframe.

Rubbish bins have recently been provided at an extra charge but I found out the service is only for six months.

The six monthly fee is $145 or $225 for 12 months.

The ‘handbook’ provided by South Gippsland Shire Council states household rubbish is removed weekly, and the recycle and garden bins are emptied fortnightly.

However, this is only from November through to January. Unfortunately, nowhere in the ‘handbook’ is it stated it is a six month service unless more is paid.

The only thing clearly marked with an asterisk is that recycle bins are emptied weekly from Christmas through to the end of January.

Considering we are not always down when it has been “our week”, we have only had our bins emptied exactly three times since Christmas, which equates to $48.33 per pickup, making it an expensive service consid-

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

ering we can take the same amount of waste and recyclable material to the tip for under $20.

If we were forced to go for the 12 months service at $225 and double the amount of usage, it would be $37.50 per pickup, still more than tip charges.

In my phone conversation last week I requested the shire comes to collect its bins and remove the amount from our rates notice as we want out of the service, but I was told it is “compulsory”.

My Banyule Council rates in Melbourne are less than in South Gippsland and for my annual rates, the council provides: 52 household rubbish collections; 26 recyclable collections; 26 garden collections; three hard rubbish collections; building, erecting and maintenance of all roads; footpaths; naturestrips and all other local public amenities, including roundabouts.

At least 10 years ago, South Gippsland Shire Council lumped a mountain of earth to close off Zenner Drive with the assurance it was going to complete the roundabout in a decent way but that has not eventuated.

The only thing it has done is install steel gates, but some vehicles still manage to ignore that it’s a closed road and go over the mound.

Also, the stair access to beach number four is virtually impossible for anyone other than a billygoat but this too continues to be ignored.

My questions are: • what exactly does the shire provide Venus Bay for our (approx) $1500 a year?

• why am I forced into paying a compulsory service that costs up to four times more than using the shire run tip, or taking my rubbish back to Melbourne where it costs me no extra?

• why can’t I opt out of this money grab?

• the law states I am free to accept or refuse any given service yet the shire is denying me this right. Why? • considering the tip at Venus Bay is operated by the same shire that charges me my annual rates, isn’t this a conflict of interest and/or double dipping?

• why is household rubbish not collected weekly, regardless of whether one pays for six months, or 12 months?

Regardless of whether someone is here all year, as opposed to several times a year, if they’re not here their bins will not be out so there is no collection or time wasted by the garbage collector, who still has to go along the street anyway.

Using the excuse that with the removal of bins and the compulsory charges has shown a reduction of dumped rubbish is a fallacy as the shire cannot compare the Christmas/summer months with the rest of the year.

During the year the bay is relatively clean, demonstrating ratepayers do not soil their own backyard.

The summer holiday makers who come for daily trips to harvest pipis will continue to dump their rubbish wherever is convenient, including residents bright, shiny new bins.

The shire believes the compulsory introduction of bins is on a six month basis. Why is it not compulsory for the

full year?

If the dumping of illegal rubbish has reduced in the second half of the year, doesn’t this show it’s not the ratepayers who are are dumping but the annual blow ins. In which case, why are we being penalised?

Instead of removing bins, put more in. Locals (all ratepayers) have bins that should be included in their annual rates, not charged as extra.

We have no need to dump rubbish anywhere. We “locals” know quite well who is doing all the dumping during summer but unfortunately it is easier to penalise the ratepayers than it is to police the areas concerned during high tourist times.

I question most strongly the legality of the shire’s refusal to let me op out of this ‘compulsory component.

Rita Raspa, Venus Bay.

Ideal candidates SO, one ponders the question of who could be an ideal candidate to take on the role of councillor for a four year term?

The person should, ideally, have a strong focus on good governance.

Additionally, there is significant scope for improvement in Bass Coast Shire Council’s engagement in key areas such as performance, financial transparency, accountability, money management and related wastage, efficiency, effectiveness and communication.

Further, each newly elected (or re-elected) councillor must be able to contribute to establishing advantages for the Bass Coast Shire.

Based on the above criteria each councillor should be capable of: • operating as part of an effective team; • vigorously debating and challenging management in a constructive manner; • an outstanding performance and exhibiting impeccable, balanced values, • contributing strongly to risk management, strategy and policy; • providing a mix of skills and experience required for the formulation of the council plan, mission statement, vision and values, which are key policy settings; • devoting time to studying the Local Government Act, underpinning acts and codes of conduct; and • providing important and significant input at council meeting and consultative community forums using their experience and skill sets.

The skills and experience should be related, specifically, to: • strategic awareness, planning, networking; • governance and management frameworks; • planning and other regulatory functions; • asset and financial management; • community and other stakeholder consultation; • workforce relations; and • business or facility management.

• Do the prospective councillors have these attributes?

Robert Scott, Inverloch.

VOXPOP! VOX Who do you think will win the Alberton Football League Seniors grand final?

“Fish Creek. It has a great team and a great coach this year.”

Liam Edgelow, Fish Creek.

“Inverloch because we give 10/10.”

Kahlia Truman, Inverloch.

“Dalyston because it has Michael Marotta.”

Jack Legione, Dalyston.

“I reckon the Daly boys will win. They’ve just got skilled players and are always hungry for a win over any other team.”

Santo Joma, Wonthaggi,

“THE STAR” Tuesday, August 16, 2016 - PAGE 13

Leongatha’s bridge to the future

By Stuart Biggins EACH Easter a group of Grade 5 students from the Leongatha Primary School visit their sister school in the Chinese city of Chang Shu, 100 kilometres from Shanghai.

With a permanent population of two million people, the textile manufacturing factories swell the daytime population by that much again.

The return visit by the Leongatha students’ Chinese counterparts has happened at about this time every year since the sister school relationship began five years ago.

All 24 of the 12 year old Chinese boys and girls have been learning English since they were in Grade 1.

They are accompanied on this visit by teachers Shen Weixia and You Xuefen, making their first trip to Australia.

What struck them first about South Gippsland is how fresh the air is and how much space there is.

“So many farms!” Ms Shen said.

But it is the different educational styles evident at the Leongatha Primary School that have had the most profound impact.

The Chinese teachers have observed how open the teaching style is, how much sharing goes on be-

tween teachers and how transparent the classrooms.

Leongatha students seem so free to move around and permitted to share their opinions.

In China, children still sit in rows of desks in classes of 40.

Both Chinese teachers and Rob Higgins, principal of the Leongatha Primary School, agreed the experience brings the two countries closer together.

Mr Higgins said, “Our two schools have known each other for a long time now and we have developed a true friendship.”

“We have become part of each others’ communities. When teachers and students from our school go to Cheng Shu they are taken out into the community.

We are friends.”

Ms You said, “The sister school relationship means Australia is close to our lives.

“Chinese children are raised on Australian milk powder and here they get to visit the farms where the milk is produced.

“The cross cultural influence we have on each other is everything. We want to learn and share about Australia.”

Mr Higgins said, gesturing to the students in the school yard, “In the future these students will be producing the milk for China.

“They need to know their market and be capable of thinking globally. Children, otherwise, usually only worry about their own backyards.”

Crossing the divide: from left, Mia Bellingham and Harper McLennan in Grade 5 at Leongatha Secondary School played chopstick races with Tang Li Yu Xin and Chen Yuxi, who are in Grade 5 at the Chang Shu Experimental School in southern China.

University set for 2016 open day FEDERATION University Australia is excited to welcome prospective students and their families to its Gippsland and Ballarat campuses for the 2016 open day on Sunday, August 28.

To be opened in 2017, the Berwick campus will hold its open day tomorrow Wednesday, August 17.

At Fed Uni you will be able to learn practical, handson skills as part of a community, not just a university.

The uni’s Mt Helen and Camp Street campuses in Ballarat and Gippsland campus in Churchill will be open from 10am to 3pm on the Sunday.

Visitors will be able to explore the wide range of programs at Discovery Points at each campus.

Prospective students will be able to meet and speak with staff and current students; attend informative pro-

gram information sessions; collect detailed course and student services and support information; explore facilities and FedUni Living accommodation; and find out how to apply for courses.

An open evening for students, parents and teachers also will be held on Wednesday, August 17 from 4pm to 8pm at its new Berwick Campus.

The university will deliver some programs from 2017 at the new Berwick campus at 100 Clyde Road, Berwick.

“On behalf of the university I am pleased to welcome students and their families to FedUni for our 2016 open day,” Professor David Battersby, vice-chancellor, said.

“You will find university staff and student ambassadors at hand who will readily help with any questions or wishes you may have.”

Exclusive to the Mt Helen Campus this year will be the new Try A Trade Alley.

At the alley, visitors will be able to get their hands dirty

and try out the university’s huge range of trade programs.

Study options in these fields include building, construction, hair and beauty, bakery, carpentry, plumbing, robotics and mechatronics.

Other activities at the Mt Helen and Camp St campuses will include a race car simulator; canoeing; rock climbing; V02 max testing; biomechanics and fitness testing; interactive video skills analysis; and visual and performing arts demonstrations and galleries.

In Gippsland, visitors will be able to explore visual art and design galleries and demonstrations; media power (design your own advert); criminal justice; education classroom activities; nursing skills survivor challenge; outdoor and environmental educations activities; and business skills activities.

For further information, the university can be contacted on 1800 FED UNI (1800 333 864) or at info@federation.edu.au

Friendship: on the bridge that symbolises the relationship between Leongatha Primary School and Cheng Shu, and more broadly, China and Australia, from left, You Xuefen, Leongatha Primary School principal Rob Higgins and Shen Weixia.

Draft Implementation Plan

The plan is available on the website: www.rightcycle.com.au or is available by contacting the Group on 5633 2744

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South Gippsland offers wedding bliss HAPPY couples about to make their vows explored the South Gippy Wedding Showcase at the Wonthaggi Workmens Club on Sunday.

Beautiful dresses: from left, Korumburra’s Victoria Vanderland admired the wedding gowns modelled by Jo Duscher and Emma Main at the South Gippy Wedding Showcase on Sunday. The girls were modelling for Maria’s Bridal Studio.

Wedding plans: from left, South Gippy Wedding Showcase organiser Bev Main discusses her business Main Memories Videography with Grantville bride to be Belinda Pechotsch and her bridesmaid Brooke Edwards from Geelong.

Although it is undecided whether or not it will become an annual event, the showcase was indeed a success with many people coming along to discuss their plans with the expert stallholders.

There were 30 stallholders covering the entire region from Phillip Island to Traralgon.

“It’s about generating some business for the district,” organiser Bev Main said.

“We wanted to showcase the area to ensure people know what is on offer for their wedding day right here in South Gippsland.”

The showcase covered everything, including fireworks, DJs, photography, celebrants, lingerie, bridal wear, men’s wear, event planning, marquees, caterers, nails, make up and florists.

“We’ve covered everything and it’s nice to have this sort of thing for people to come to in the area,” organiser Iris Bloomer said.

Quality ceremonies: Jenny Milkins is dedicated to ensuring your wedding ceremony is everything you imagined. Jenny is based in Wonthaggi but travels all over South Gippsland for weddings.

Caterer: Leongatha’s Brent Sinclair offers delicious menus for wedding days.

Fine details: from left, Shaun Peattie and Haydie Watson of Leongatha inspected flower arrangements at the South Gippy Wedding Showcase.

Health service names new CEO Health risks remain after floods subside JAN Child was officially appointed CEO of Bass Coast Health (BCH) last week.

New CEO: after five months as the interim CEO, Jan Child was announced as the permanent CEO of Bass Coast Health last week.

Ms Child has been acting as interim CEO for the past five months. Originally from Peninsula Health, she came to the hospital with 30 years of experiences in public health services.

In that time, she inspired change and steered the hospital towards a positive future with the introduction of more short stay beds and added cardio services.

The board undertook an extensive and detailed process to find the best person to take on the CEO role permanently and – although there were many applications and a high level selection from a large range of strongly credentialed applicants– Ms Child was chosen as the right person for the job.

The board’s recommendation was approved by the Department of Health and Human Services and Ms Child will begin her initial five year contract effective immediately.

SOUTH Gippsland experienced extreme weather conditions last month, with flash flooding inundating a number of streets and homes.

South Gippsland Shire Council is urging residents to consider health issues in the clean-up after floods, some of which can also affect those living outside the worst hit areas.

The main elements to be aware of include bacterial infections, injury prevention, mosquito-borne viruses and rising damp. Council’s environmental health officer Kristy Kearney said household mould could make some people quite ill.

“Mould will be an issue for many

people after the recent rains, even those who have not been directly affected by floodwaters,” she said.

“Mould in damp buildings can trigger nasal congestion, sneezing, coughing, wheezing and respiratory infections. It can also worsen asthma and allergic conditions.

“Those most at risk include those with weakened immune systems, allergies, severe asthma and some other chronic lung conditions. If your health is impacted then you should consult your GP for advice.”

It’s important to remove sources of moisture that are allowing mould to grow. After flooding or rain damage, you should notify your insurance company before removing

wet floor coverings to assist drying.

If walls have been affected then seek advice from your insurance company in relation to how best to dry these areas to prevent structural damage and longer term mould growth.

Further information on cleaning up after a flood and preventing mould growth is available on council’s website under Flood Emergency.

Council’s environmental health team is on hand to answer any questions or concerns.

If your house was damaged by the recent floods, an assessment team can visit your property to ensure you receive the best support and advice for your circumstance.

Hidden gem glimmers with promise

By Stuart Biggins KORUMBURRA’S railway station building came under the spot light again recently at a meeting held

by South Gippsland Shire Council.

Council directors Jan Martin and Bryan Sword, and councillors Lorraine Brunt and Andrew McEwen were among those in attendance, along with representatives from key interest groups: Korumburra Business Association, Korumburra Round Table, Korumburra Community and Development Association, Korumburra Arts Group, Korumburra Historical So-

ciety, Milpara House, Korumburra Men’s Shed and others.

The meeting included a tour of the building which is regarded as unique and presents Korumburra with the kind of opportunity that the Maryborough Railway Station brought to the central Victorian town when its refurbishment gave it new life as an antique emporium, regional wine centre and cafe.

The owner of the Korumburra property, VicTrack, has a Community Use of Vacant Rail Buildings Program with funds available if the community can come up with a viable business case for the property.

Between 2013 and 2016, VicTrack restored 15 of

the state’s historic railway buildings and opened them to local people.

Funded by the State Government, buildings which had sometimes been unused for decades were restored and put back into use by local community groups.

The program involves heritage architectural firms Quadratum Architecture and Davidson Architecture, who work with builders to ensure restorations are as sympathetic as possible to the original building designs.

Yarragon and Trafalgar station buildings both benefited under the program.

The Baw Baw Arts Alliance has the Yarragon Arts Hub which houses an art gallery, studio and sales space at the station. The

Yarragon and District Community Association uses the station building as a local history space and also provides an affordable community meeting space.

The Trafalgar and District branch of the Bendigo Community Bank has the head lease of the Trafalgar station building which The Baw Baw Arts Alliance is using the building as a community art exhibition and workshop space.

When the community use for the Korumburra railway station buildings is identified and supported by council, the business case will be developed by a Korumburra community group with assistance from council and lodged with VicTrack.

The next step in the

search for a community use that will revitalise the historically significant building is a workshop on September

5 when interested parties will throw their ideas into the ring.

Council’s property de-

velopment coordinator Chris Van Der Ark said, “It is now up to the community.”

Taking shape: Brian Beckerleg (right) stands with his son Aaron as they excavate the site of the new Inverloch Men’s Shed which will be built at the town’s recreation reserve. The shed will serve as a venue for men to gather, create and talk, and could be finished by November this year.

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Explore the world’s gardens with Botanica AUSTRALIA’S leading garden travel operator Botanica World Discoveries has announced an outstanding line up of special hosts and guest lecturers for its 2016-17 cruise and touring program.

All are available to be booked through Leongatha Travel and Cruise, a Botanica Ambassador Agent.

Having built an enviable reputation for taking guests to some of the world’s most exciting private gardens and floral showcases as part of a cruise or land tour hosted by specialist botanical guides, Botanica’s itineraries also incorporate history, art, music and gourmet themes.

In 2017, Botanica has once again secured well known international gardener and TV expert Monty Don as a special guest aboard two of their cruises: the 11 day British Isles Castles, Gardens, History and Birdlife Cruise, and the eight day Bordeaux Gardens, Chateaux, History and Wine Cruise.

Monty Don will deliver a special lecture to the lucky guests, staying onboard afterwards to host a luncheon where he will be on hand to answer questions relating to his gardening experience.

The British Isles Cruises features remote castles, wind-swept islands, luxury estates and Zodiac landings into private gardens and quaint villages.

As well as having the chance to meet Monty Don, guests will also visit some of the most outstanding gardens in the British Isles including the exotic botanical gardens of Inverewe in the Highlands, stunning gardens such as Bodnant in Wales and Tresco on the Isle of Scilly, Duart Castle on the Isle of Mull and Mount Stewart in Northern Ireland.

Also joining Botanica as special hosts on the Bordeaux River Cruise are gourmand and best selling author of At My French Table, Jane Webster and her husband, wine expert Peter Webster.

The couple team up with a specialist botanical guide to showcase Western France, while gardening guru Rosemary Alexander joins the group in London to deliver a special lecture on Botanica’s new luxury river cruise and land journey.

Also joining Botanica’s expert team of guides in 2016-17 is well respected gardening historian Dr Toby Musgrave, who appears on Monty Don’s Lost Garden series.

Dr Musgrave will be on hand to give his insights on a number of tours, including the Italian and French Gardens and History in Spring tour, as well as the exclusive small ship cruises through the Mediterranean, Japan and Korea.

Botanica founder and co-owner Judy Vanrenen shared her insights as to what she believes will be the top three best selling Botanica destinations in 2016 and beyond.

Judy said, “In response to demand we have expanded our Chelsea Flower Show tours, offering the chance to visit this iconic event on six of our itineraries. We expect these to sell out.

“Japan was also incredibly popular last year and next year we have three itineraries for guests to choose from, two of which feature cherry blossoms.

“Finally, we’ve added an exclusive and private cruise aboard the MS Royal Eleganza for just 30 people that showcases the spring wildflowers of the Italian lakes, Slovenia and Croatia. It’s a stunning itinerary and one that will attract a lot of interest.”

Travellers can design their own itinerary by combining holidays and Botanica is offering a saving of $1000 per couple when you combine two cruises or tours of more than 10 days length each.

Terms and conditions apply and offer is valid until October 31, 2016.

For more information about Botanica call 1300 305 202, visit botanica.travel or see Leongatha Travel and Cruise, Shop 1, Compass Arcade, 16 McCartin Street, Leongatha. Phone 5662 3601.

Stunning gardens await GARDENING enthusiasts can see superb gardens across Victoria, Australia and the world with Botanica World Discoveries.

Living history: Het Loo Palace is a grand sight in Apeldoorn, The Netherlands, and one of the destinations visited by Botanica World Discoveries’ tours. and of the highest standard.

Tours take in significant gardens in Victoria, with tours encompassing homesteads and mansions in the Western District, Dandenong Ranges, Yarra Valley and Gippsland.

Intriguing trips also run to South Australia, New South Wales, Western Australia and Tasmania, including the Private Gardens and Taste of Tasmania tour that travels to Sheffield, Launceston, Ross, Hobart and stunning Mount Field National Park.

Western Australia’s wildflower season is here and while trips this season are already booked, people wishing to head west in 2017 should book now with Botanica.

“All these garden tours are always popular and guests should aim to book early to avoid disappointment,” Mrs Carmody said.

Travellers wishing to head to New Zealand in October 2016 need to book soon, while there is plenty of

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Early bird bookings are now being taken for travel to Europe and the United Kingdom for the 2017 season.

“We can also assist you with arrangements such as visiting family and friends, river cruises and other touring arrangements,” Mrs Carmody said.

She particularly recommends the Dutch Tulip Time Cruise offering eight days of relaxed cruising aboard a luxury river ship, touring Holland and Belgium in the spring when the magnificent tulips are in flower and the Keukenhof Gardens are looking resplendent.

Leongatha Travel and Cruise is sponsoring this year’s Leongatha Daffodil and Floral Show, and will be offering a prize of a book by Judy Vanrenen, the founder of Botanica World Discoveries, entitled Beyond the Garden Gate.

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Listening intently: Nationals’ Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien met with Mary Eagle and Dilene Hinton in his Leongatha office recently. During the day, Mr O’Brien met with a number of constituents to discuss issues such as roads, community safety, planning and seniors. Mr O’Brien regularly conducts town visits and recently held a mobile office in Mirboo North. He also undertook a street walk to talk with local business owners about State Government issues affecting them.

Volunteers needed THE South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau is currently looking at expanding its team of volunteers.

Have you ever considered becoming a volunteer?

Do you like a challenge? Are you looking for something new? Would you like to contribute to the community? Do you have skills that you would like to utilise and develop?

Volunteering can be a rewarding experience and a great way to give back to the local area.

It doesn’t matter what age you are, or what type of skills you have there is always a place or role for you to be included as part of the team at the bureau, in Leongatha.

The bureau will begin its next training course

on September 21.

This is a one day a week, six week course that would enable you to be qualified to volunteer at the Citizens Advice Bureau and to assist a range of people from all backgrounds with community and tourist information.

Come in and collect an application form and fill it in before applications close on August 24.

You will then be contacted for an interview on August 31.

If you are interested in applying, you can come into the bureau, in the Memorial Hall complex on Michael Place, on Monday to Friday between 10am and 4pm to collect an application form and register your interest. Alternatively, call the bureau on 5662 2111 or email cab@dcsi.net.au

International experience: from left, Leongatha Primary School teacher Megan Holland, student Mollie-Mae Nicols, assistant principal Leonnie McCluskey, and students Courtney Embury, Josh Allan and Jacob Stewart discuss their looming trip to Japan with Leongatha Rotary Club president Don Bruce. The students went to Japan last week.

Rotarians inspired

by Japan adventure LEONGATHA Rotarians recently enjoyed an informative presentation from Leongatha Primary School students and teachers who visited Japan to participate in the 2016 Natural Disaster Youth Summit in Niigata, last week.

This invitation came about because of Leongatha Primary School’s involvement in an earlier project, Water is Wise.

Students researched ways to reduce pollution and water waste, and their findings have been discussed in Paris, Taiwan and India.

Grade 6 students Mollie- Mae Nicols, Courtney Embury, Josh Allan and Jacob Stewart took part.

The students chose ‘Bushfires’ as their environmental issue, given the risk posed by bushfires to South Gippsland.

As many Leongatha Primary students are bus travellers, they have developed a ‘safety package’ bus travellers can carry with them in case of a bushfire occurring.

Other countries to attend the summit were Shenzhen, China, Taiwan, India, Turkey, Indonesia, Iran, Colombia, United States of America, Mongolia, Nepal and Japan.

Leongatha Primary is the only Australian school to have been invited - a great compliment and honour for the school and its students.

Before travelling to Japan, Molly-May, Courtney, Jacob, Josh and six other classmates visited CFA headquarters to gain a better perspective about bushfires.

Whilst in Japan, the students will also be able to immerse themselves in Japanese culture, enjoying food, traditions and Disneyland.

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Festival glitters for diamond anniversary THIS year, the Leongatha Horticultural Society’s annual Daffodil and Floral Show, also known as the Daffodil Festival, turns 60.

The diamond anniversary will be celebrated in style with three full days of fun and festivities of the floral kind.

The floral show runs from Thursday, August 25, to Saturday, August 27 in Memorial Hall in Leongatha. It is open from 2pm to 5pm on Thursday, 9am to 5pm on Friday and 9am to 4pm on Saturday.

Entry to the show is just $5 for adults and with that, ticket-holders gain free access to several open gardens and free bus transport to and from the gardens if required.

With its beginnings as a small, one day festival, the Daffodil Festival has grown over the years into what it is today.

Now it is run over three days, horticultural society president Sue Thompson said 60 years ago, the festival would have been a locally attended event.

She said around six years ago, a survey of festival goers showed that more than 70 percent of visitors were from outside the town.

“It has really got to be a big thing.

I don’t know if I have been to a bigger show, even in Melbourne,” she said.

“It is a huge show for a small country town.”

This year, a highlight of the show

Fabulous flowers: Leongatha Horticultural Society treasurer Ian Rasmussen and president Sue Thompson are looking forward to the 60th annual Daffodil and Floral Show and Daffodil Festival. will be the official opening, which will feature television presenter Stephen Ryan.

“Stephen has been on ABC television and is a published author who is well travelled and extremely knowl-

edgeable about plants,” she said.

“He is opening the show on Thursday, August 25 at 3pm and will stay at

the show until it closes at 5pm.”

Other events running on the festival weekend include an art and craft exhibition at the Leongatha Gallery, a floral display and used book sale at the St Peter’s Anglican Church and the Leongatha Senior Citizens open day at the Dakers Centre.

The Leongatha Uniting Church is presenting a display of collectables, the Leongatha and District Historical Society will be open and the South Gippsland Gemstone Club will have a display at the bowls clubrooms on Hughes Street.

Saturday will see the Memorial Hall laneway filled with entertainment, a display of historical cars in the Woolworths car park and a rock’n’roll dancing display on McCartin Street.

Ms Thompson said a big addition to this year’s festival is the Leongatha Rotary art show, which will once again be run alongside the festival.

“In the past, the art show and the Daffodil Festival were always held together. It has been some years, but now they are back together again,” she said.

This year is the 40th annual Leongatha Rotary Art Show and will be held in Mesley Hall on Ogilvy Street.

Another new addition to this year’s festival is a $50 prize for the champion daffodil of the show. This has been made possible by the sponsorship of Milly and Romeo’s Cooking School and Artisan Bakery in Koonwarra.

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40 art show set to shine THE Rotary Club of Leongatha 40th annual Arts Prom Country, art and photography show is once again being held on the same weekend of the Daffodil Festival.

On from Friday, August 26 to Sunday, August 28 in Mesley Hall, the event will help make it Leongatha’s biggest weekend of the year.

One of the region’s outstanding events, the art show attracts more than 400 entries from artists and photographers from across Gippsland, Melbourne, regional Victoria and interstate.

This year, the judge is Shelley McDermott, senior curator at the Latrobe Regional Art Gallery in Morwell.

The prize pool for the show is around $6000, with awards given out for various mediums, photography, 3D art, the junior sections and the new all abilities section.

Awards are presented on opening night.

Art show chairman Harry Leggett said the

major raffle prize is a magnificent oil painting by Ted Rowbottom, a previous winner of the show.

“The raffle and other money made over the event go towards many worthy local charities and services,” he said.

“Tickets for the raffle are available outside the newsagents on Bair Street in Leongatha or during the show.

The feature artist at this year’s show is well known Inverloch artist John Mutsaers. He is a highly awarded artist and his works have been collected by many galleries and famous people.

Opening night is on Friday, August 26 from 8pm. The cost is $20 and includes finger food and drinks. Entry is free for entered artists.

Tickets for the opening night can be purchased at the door.

The show is open on Friday from 1pm to 5pm (official opening at 8pm), Saturday, August 27 from 10am to 6.30pm and on Sunday, August 28 Shiny display: Coral Johnston, left and Kaye Littlejohn from the St Peter’s Ladies Guild are from 10am to 3pm. looking forward to creating the display for this year’s Daffodil Festival. It will be on display Entry to the show is $5 per person. in the church from Thursday, August 25 to Saturday, August 27.

Church display sparkles ST PETER’S Anglican Church in Leongatha will be putting on its annual display for the 60th Daffodil Festival, an event it has been involved with for more than 30 years.

Running from Thursday, August 25 until Saturday, August 27, the display will include the churches’ representation of the festival theme as well as a display of religious carvings.

Coral Johnston said the floral display, Flowers in Praise, will reflect the theme of daffodils and diamonds.

“There won’t be any diamonds, but there will be lots of bling, including a wedding dress from 60 years ago, some ballroom gowns and plenty of crystal,” she said.

“There will also be some anniversary letters from the Queen and other wedding memorabilia from 60 years ago.”

Ms Johnston said it was always surprising to see what people come in with to contribute to the Daffodil Festival display.

“As an added interest, this year we will be putting on a display of religious carvings crafted by Ed Carmody,” she said.

“The carvings are quite abstract and reflect Ed’s feelings about religion, they are very interesting.

One is made from a recycled sleeper from the old railway line.”

Other churches from around the region, including Dumbalk and Meeniyan, contribute a lovely floral arrangement to the display as well.

The St Peter’s Ladies Guild supplies an array of delicious refreshments across the three days, including a soup and sandwich lunch and a big selection of homemade sweets.

The church’s display will be open from 10am to 4pm on the Thursday and Friday and from 10am to 2pm on the Saturday.

Historical tree to creative woodwork FROM the small seed of a Cedar of Lebanon collected in the Middle East during World War One, a historic tree was First prize: Rotary Club of Leongatha Arts Prom Country, art and photography show chairman planted to thrive at Leongatha North.

Harry Leggett and the raffle prize of an oil painting by Ted Rowbottom, Keefer’s Boat Shed.

Blown down as a mature tree some 75 years later in 1995, the pieces were salvaged by one of the South Gippsland Woodworkers – affectionately known as ‘Woodies’ – and has now been reincarnated as finished craft for this year’s 60th cally grown Australian flora in Leongatha Memo- Daffodil Festival.

Come along and see the Woodies in action rial Hall while the show is open. from Thursday, August 25, from 10am to 5pm, Also at 11am on Saturday, August 27, listen for the superb music of the South Gippsland Shire Friday, August 26, from 9am to 5pm and Saturday, August 27, from 9am to 4pm.

Brass Band while in Leongatha.

Plants, music and more THE Leongatha Daffodil Festival is a showcase of the local community.

The Australian Plants Society, South Gippsland Group, will be holding a display of lo-

Visit the displays in the Leongatha Gallery and Memorial Hall Courtyard to view the functional and decorative items from a variety of timbers – purpleheart, huon, pine, walnut, black sassafras, red gum, cypress, silky oak, blackwood and wattle.

Members will be working on the wood lathe and scrawl saw in the tent, and will be happy to share ideas and information with you.

Don’t miss the ‘everfresh’ 60th festival cake.

Admission is free into both the courtyard and the gallery. Access is available up the round steps opposite the post office, up the ramp in Michael Place, or through the hall during flower show hours.

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Country and tea: the Leongatha Senior Citizens Club is holding its annual open day in conjunction with this year’s Daffodil Festival. On Friday, August 26 from 12.30pm, guests will be treated to the musical stylings of Shelley and Brian West (pictured) and their country and western music. The music will finish at 1pm and light refreshments will be available, all for the grand charge of $2. The event will be held at the Dakers Centre, on the corner of Watt and Smith streets in Leongatha.

Bag a bargain book or two THE Friends of the Leongatha Library will be dusting off dictionaries and picking out the best pictorials for its annual used book sale.

The sale will be held on Thursday and Friday, August 25 and 26 from 10am to 4pm in the St Peter’s Anglican Church Hall, on the corner of Bruce and McCartin streets.

Sale coordinator Sue Wakefield said retired books from West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation libraries and private donations will be up for grabs.

“Money raised from the sale goes back to the Leongatha library, to help facilitate the purchase new books and other media, such as CDs to go into the loan system,”

she said.

“Money raised by the friends group has been used to purchase comfy reading chairs in the past. It can be used for anything the library needs.”

The sale will feature a huge range of books, both fiction and nonfiction, for adults and children.

Ms Wakefield said there will be a lot of good reference books, autobiographies, books on war, cooking, craft, history and Australiana, novels and children’s books.

“Books will start from 50 cents each.

Buy five adult books and get one free and buy five children’s books for $1,” she said.

“There will be some higher quality books at the sale as well, which will start at $1 each.”

Plaque walk: from left, Leongatha Historical Society member Lola Bailey, secretary Lyn Skillern and member Ian Lester invite you to explore Leongatha’s history during the Daffodil Festival.

Historical society welcomes you DISCOVER Leongatha’s rich history with the Leongatha Historical Society during this year’s Daffodil Festival.

Located in the Mechanics Institute on McCartin Street, the display will be open for viewing throughout the festival from 10am to 4pm.

Saturday will be a particularly big day for the Leongatha Historical Society, with a plaque walk also on the agenda.

“Historic plaques have been put up

and we will be taking people on a short walk to see them at 2pm,” Leongatha Historical Society secretary Lyn Skillern said.

The four plaques are located at McCartin’s Hotel, Bairs Hotel, the florist – formerly owned by Gollers – and Great Southern Outdoors – formerly owned by Edneys.

The main display will be about the local soldiers who served in World War One, based on research the Leongatha Historical Society has been collecting

for the past three years, but visitors are welcomed to look at historical documents, maps and photographs on a range of different subjects.

“We are hoping to attract new members and helpers. We want people to come in, see that we are here and hopefully we will see some interest,” Ms Skillern said.

“We want to show the public what we have. There’s plenty of material for everyone to look at that could spark a bit of interest.”

Discover the magic of gems THE South Gippsland Gemstone and Lapidary Club is delighted to once again participate in the Leongatha Daffodil Festival.

Get your books here: principal librarian South Gippsland, Michael Hogan and Friends of the Leongatha Library used book sale coordinator Sue Wakefield have plenty of books ready for sale during the Daffodil Festival.

Club members will open their rooms in the old Leongatha Bowls Clubrooms in Hughes Street, Leongatha, to the public from noon to 4pm on Thursday, August 25, and between 10am and 4pm on Friday, August 26 and Saturday, August 27.

Members will display their skills in polishing and faceting stones, as well as wire wrapping techniques.

There will be displays of members’ work, faceted stones, rough stones, wire wrapping and a large assortment of findings for sale.

As this is the club’s major fundraising drive for the year, there will also be an assortment of plants, and home baked and grown produce for sale, as well as raffle tickets.

As the Leongatha Bowls Club is generously allowing the club to spread its working area into another room and upgrade the electrics in the building, the lapidary club members are able to stay warm in winter.

The club plans to keep the clubrooms open on the first and third Mondays of June, July and August, recommencing the normal weekly meetings in the Old Bowls Clubrooms in Hughes Street on Mondays from 9am until 3.30pm in September.

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Open gardens will inspire LEONGATHA Memorial Hall will not be the only place to see spectacular floral displays during the Leongatha Daffodil Festival.

The Leongatha Horticultural Society has arranged for two grand gardens to be on show on Friday, August 26 and Saturday, August 27, from 10am to 4pm both days.

The properties are Digswell, owned

by Cheryl Vernon and Mark Willey at Ruby, and the Kardella home of Martin and Fay Sullivan.

The society’s Thelma Arnup will be guiding bus tours to the gardens, although the public is welcome to attend by driving themselves.

“The two gardens we have open this year have history to go along with the festival’s 60th anniversary,” she said.

The home at Digswell was built from locally quarried stone around 1912 and the garden conveys old world charm.

The cottage style garden has a mix of rooms and open areas, featuring roses, daises, salvias, irises, daffodils, hardenbergia and blooming camellias.

Garden beds have been sculptured beneath gum trees and a bay tree is a feature, overlooking the vista of Ruby below.

Mr Willey built a wooden gate complementing a native area where bluestone steps lead to an open area.

“All of a sudden you get a whole different feel,” Mrs Arnup said.

Rural paradise: Cheryl Vernon and Mark Willey have created a stunning garden at their Ruby property, Digswell.

Visitors could be treated to a historic blood plum in flower during the open gardens, complementing original claret and golden ash trees, a huge elm, plus mulberry, pear, apples, figs, peaches, nectarines and orange trees.

Mrs Arnup believed visitors would be impressed by the “wow factor” of the Sullivan garden.

“It is a rambling cottage garden with historic trees of great significance,” she said.

The original owners planted maSpecial place: Fay Sullivan has worked with her husband Martin Sul- jestic liquid amber and ash trees, and the Sullivans have added pin oak and livan to make an attractive garden in the hills of Kardella.

Vintage cars to shine THE South Gippsland Branch of the Gippsland Historic Automobile Club (GHAC) will again have its vintage, veteran and classic cars on display during this year’s Daffodil Festival.

Held on Saturday, August 27 in the Woolworths car park from 9am to 2pm and will feature plenty of old cars, including some not displayed in Leongatha before.

Max Wise from the club said members of the Westenders and Latrobe Valley branches of the GHAC will be bringing cars along for the display as well.

“There is no charge to come along and see the

display and there will be plenty of opportunity to speak to club members about their cars and the club,” he said.

“The main thing is to promote our club and to support the Daffodil Festival. This will be the 14th year we have held a display in the Woolies car park as part of the event.”

The South Gippsland branch of the GHAC has 170 memberships, including three life members. They meet at the Leongatha Recreational Reserve.

The club features several vintage cars, from between 1900 and 1920, around 10 cars from between 1920 and 1930, while the majority are cars from the 1950s and 60s.

On show: Leon Watchorn and his prized 1935 Ford Coupe exemplify the dedication car enthusiasts show to restoring vehicles. Leon’s vehicles will be on show during the Daffodil Festival.

walnut, plus taxodiums with arum lilies beneath in a wet area.

“We have done all of the beds ourselves. We both enjoy gardening,” Mrs Sullivan said.

A jacaranda could flower for the first time by Christmas and daises abound.

“We are trying to pick a selection of different cottage plants because that is what we like,” Mrs Sullivan said.

“We mulch very heavily with pine shavings so the garden does not need a lot of work to maintain.

“A lot of the garden is grown from cuttings because we have a few friends

who love their gardening so we just swap cuttings, and we also have a glasshouse we propagate in.”

An unusual maidenhair tree will be a talking point during the open gardens and pear trees may blossom for the occasion, creating a spectacular scene against the backdrop of Leongatha’s reservoirs.

A bus will leave Leongatha Memorial Hall at 10.30am and 1pm, and is free with a purchase of a ticket to the flower show.

People wishing to drive themselves can collect a map from the hall.

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Strong competition for Bass Coast Business Awards FOR the eighth year running, Bass Coast businesses will be recognised for excellence at the 2016 Bass Coast Business Awards.

Entries closed last month and the 19 finalists have been announced.

This year’s finalists are A Maze’N Things, Bass Strait Direct, Cheeky Goose Cafe, Coast Magazine, Diverse Auto Electrics, Grantville Pharmacy, Inverloch Views, Island Whole Foods,

Maru Koala and Animal Park, Mendl’s Coffee House, My 24/7 Gym, newsXpress Inverloch, Phillip Island Tenpin Bowling and Entertainment Centre, Rhyll Trout and Bush Tucker Farm, Sargeants Bass Coast Conveyancing, Silverwater Resort, the Cape Kitchen, Wattlebank Park Farm and Wildlife Coast Cruises.

Each year, the Bass Coast Business Awards highlight the strengths of local businesses and recognises the hard work of the staff involved.

Friendly team: Pete Flocas and proprietor Trudy Banks of newsXpress Inverloch, a finalist in the Bass Coast Business Awards.

There are six categories in the judged awards – business excellence zero-five employees, business excellence six or more employees, marketing and promotion, new business, environment and sustainability, and good access is good business.

Businesses can also get involved in the people’s choice awards.

“Five of the 19 businesses were finalists in multiple categories. Over 150 different businesses were nominated in the people’s choice awards,” Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Jordan Crugnale said.

“This year we had a big increase in new entrants to the awards. Over 50 percent of entries were from businesses that had never entered before.”

Voting for people’s choice closed last Monday (August 8).

The awards will be presented at an awards Stunning views: 2016 Bass Coast Business Awards finalist The Cape Kitchen offers a flaw- dinner at the Silverwater Resort this Friday, Auless dining experience. gust 19.

This is an exciting night open to all businesses – not just businesses that entered – all staff, and friends.

Cr Crugnale said it was important to host these awards to acknowledge the achievements businesses make each year and set a benchmark for businesses in the region.

“The awards encourage innovation and business excellence within our local business community and provide an opportunity for businesses to be recognised for their valued contribution to the community. The awards presentation dinner is also a great networking opportunity for our local business community,” she said.

“The Bass Coast Business Awards also provide a stepping stone for businesses looking to enter bigger awards programs such as the Gippsland Business Awards, Victorian Tourism Awards and the Telstra Business Awards.”

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Ready to help: Inverloch Sheds’ manager Dennis Orr has more than 30 years’ experience in the building industry. He will help customers design a shed or garage to suit their needs.

Top right, Quality fare: Mark Chapman and the friendly staff at Chapman’s Butchery look forward to seeing you and making the most of the Super Thursday specials.

Don’t forget to take your coupon in to receive the great discount offer at 32 Bear Street.

Right, Find it all: the Anglican Op Shop in Cashin Street welcomes donations of clean saleable items during business hours. The shop is a great place to grab a bargain and customers are amazed by what they find there. The op shop is manned by volunteers, including Liz Watkins (left) and Barb Bickley; the proceeds provide revenue for welfare and for the work of the church. The shop is open from 10am to 4pm, Thursday to Saturday.

Come and discover INVERLOCH’S industrial estate is like no other.

There is a mix of businesses meeting the community’s everyday needs and of the variety one would expect to find in a typical industrial estate.

There are also businesses one would not expect to find there and that’s what makes a trip to the estate so satisfying.

Inverloch Sheds offers a variety of sheds and garages to suit the needs of the residential home right through to demand for larger buildings.

Chapman’s Butchery offers a delectable range of quality meats and other gourmet fare to make lunch and dinner that extra special.

The Anglican Op Shop will more than likely have that elusive item shoppers are looking for, plus a few other surprises that will appeal too.

Inverloch Motor Body Works is there to serve when people are in need after a collision or simply require a few dents attended to. Contact the business for accident repairs and a 24 hour towing service.

Treat yourself to exploring this fascinating part of Inverloch. There’s always the beach to enjoy afterwards.

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Mock Olympics entertain at lodge LEONGATHA’S Woorayl Lodge held its own version of the Olympic Games last Tuesday, August 9.

There was an opening ceremony, a parade of athletes, and finally competition itself.

Countries represented were France, England and of course Australia with athletes competing in high jump, weight lifting, shot put, fencing, a walk, and finally gymnastics beam.

There were plenty of laughs and applause from lodge residents as some of the attempts were unsuccessful!

Well done to staff members Gail Truscott (Australia), Debbie Bullock (Great Britain) and visiting member of the French team John Armstrong.

Olympics antics: torch bearer and Woorayl Lodge president, Marilyn Lewis and Gail Truscott (Australia) have a bit of fun at the opening ceremony at Woorayl Lodge’s Olympics last Tuesday, August 9.

Right, Big leap: Aussie high jumper Gail Truscott attempts the high jump with success at Woorayl Lodge’s Olympics last Tuesday, August 9.

Upgrades on the way THE Fish Creek Hall will be refurbished thanks to $15,000 in grants received recently.

Funky feet: from left, Wonthaggi North Primary School students Tenneil, Levi, Rikki, Kirra, Freya, Tilly, Rosie, Leah and Niamh sported crazy socks in support of State Schools’ Relief.

Crazy socks support families WONTHAGGI North Primary School recently held a crazy sock day to raise money for State Schools’ Relief.

State Schools’ Relief is unique; no other Australian state has a similar organisation that ensures every student, regardless of their back-

ground, can fully participate in education.

Having a uniform and looking like everyone else ensures all students feel included and valued.

State Schools’ Relief has supported tens of thousands of young Victorians and their families, clothing one in 60 children for school each year.

Mayor’s message Cr Bob Newton COUNCIL and the Leongatha RSL are hosting a 50th Anniversary Battle of Long Tan event this Thursday, August 18 to honour those who served Australia during the Vietnam conflict, whether in Vietnam or within Australia, and their families and friends.

The event has been organised to create an opportunity for people who served and those who supported them to talk about their experiences.

I must acknowledge the commitment by former South Gippsland Shire councillor and Vietnam veteran, Richard Lester, who was a catalyst for the event and will be laying a wreath on behalf of council.

We are pleased our guest speaker is Barry Heard, a Vietnam veteran who has written a highly regarded memoire about his time in Vietnam and the difficult years following his return to Australia.

The South Gippsland Shire Brass Band will be providing musical entertainment of the era and the Leongatha RSL will supply light refreshments.

We can only imagine the gruelling conditions experienced by those who fought in Vietnam during the war but it is our responsibility to listen to those who did and demonstrate our gratitude.

It is vital we provide our respect to not only those who bravely fought in the Vietnam War but in all wars and conflicts as they have sacrificed to ensure our safety and quality of life.

The event is open to the public and will be held from 5.30pm to 7.15pm in Leongatha Memorial Hall.

Please contact council to advise your attendance for catering purposes.

A free financial literacy workshop to help support farmers is being held on September 2. The Southern Gippsland Agricultural Climate Resilience Project, which is a joint initiative of South Gippsland and Bass

Coast shire councils and the State Government, is making this unique program possible.

It is being presented by Meridian Agriculture and will cover business planning, financial skills, risk management and supporting profitable business.

With the pressures currently being experienced by our agricultural sector, particularly the dairy industry, this workshop will help farmers consider diversifying their farms to produce other products that create sustainability for their business.

The workshop will be held from 10am to 3pm at Manna Gum at Broad Beach, Inverloch. Bookings are essential by Monday, August 29. Any individuals wanting more information or to book can contact Council or visit www.sustainabilitygippsland.com/event/financialliteracy-workshop.

Finally, a little word of warning for those affected by the floods early last month. As we now start to clean up the streets and our homes, there are a range of health issues we need to consider; some of which can also affect those living outside the worst-hit areas.

The main things to be aware of include bacterial infections, injury prevention, mosquito-borne viruses and rising damp where household mould can make some people quite ill.

It’s important to remove sources of moisture that are allowing mould to grow. After flooding or rain damage, you should notify your insurance company before removing wet floor coverings to assist drying. If walls have been affected then seek advice from your insurance company in relation to how best to dry these areas to prevent structural damage and longer term mould growth.

Council’s environmental health team is on hand to answer any questions or concerns. If your house was damaged by the recent floods, an assessment team can visit your property to ensure you receive the best support and advice for your circumstance.

The hall committee received a grant for $5000 from the FRRR and Gardiner Foundation and another for $10,000 from the South Gippsland Shire Council.

“The hall was built in 1930 and hasn’t had a lot of maintenance done in the last 20 years,” committee secretary Catherine McLead said.

“We will start in the supper room, which is the most used part of the hall. The floor will be polished, a new suspended ceiling with acoustic tiling will be installed, the heating and cooling will be improved and it will get a new coat of paint.”

Ms McLead said on the outside of the hall, the facia is rotting and will be replaced and the eaves will be lined to help exclude weather and birds.

“The steps up to the supper room will be replaced with a ramp to help make the hall more accessible for everyone,” she said.

“In the front part of the hall, we want to replace the floor, the ceiling needs work and we need to address things like storage.”

Renovating the front part of the hall is included in the master plan and more funding will be sourced through Regional Development Victoria to complete those works.

New life: Fish Creek Memorial Hall committee secretary Catherine McLead and Clancy are pleased to see the hall will receive some much needed upgrades after receiving $15,000 in grants recently.

New school name likely THE principal of South Gippsland Secondary College Matt McPhee is confident the school’s name change will take place before the end of the year.

He said the application to change the name of the school to Foster Secondary College had been

submitted to the Department of Education’s regional director of south eastern Victoria, which was endorsed.

“It now goes to the central office. I don’t imagine they will oppose the RD’s wishes so I think the change will take place. We just have to wait before we have official word,” he said.

Shape health services PRIMARY Health Network (PHN) is encouraging people with an interest in primary care and/or governance to nominate for one of two vacancies available on the organisation’s board of directors.

The Gippsland PHN Board is an opportunity for suitably qualified individuals to help shape the strategic direction of Gippsland PHN, to improve the coordination of primary health care in Gippsland.

Gippsland PHN board chair Dr Nola Maxfield said serving on the board was a great way to assist Gippsland PHN to improve the community’s health.

“Individuals interested in the coordination of

Gippsland’s primary health care have an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a board director role,” she said.

“We’re looking for people who have expertise in clinical quality and safety, and being inclusive, strategic and familiar with board processes.

“It’s important potential candidates are able to translate this experience into Gippsland PHN business environment and priorities.”

Results of the director election process will be announced at Gippsland PHN’s Annual General Meeting to be held on November 16 at Traralgon Vineyard.

Further information on the application process can be found on the Gippsland PHN website.

Applications close August 21.

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The hub of the home is the open plan kitchen, dining and living area.

The kitchen has all electric appliances, a pantry large enough for the busiest chef, large bench and prep areas, ample draw and cupboard space plus a breakfast bar.

The dining area off the kitchen flows to the living room in one direction and also opens onto an outdoor sun room that offers great views across town and surrounding district.

Accommodation is by the way of five bedrooms.

The master bedroom is again large with robes and en suite, and all the family bedrooms are double or bet-

ter with robes, all have the family bathroom central.

Downstairs the rumpus room with its own bathroom is currently being used as guest accommodation plus a gym, also downstairs is the laundry and access to the double garage, to lock up a small car or trailer storage plus storage room.

Other features of the home include Tassie Oak polished floors, heating and cooling via gas heaters and reverse cycle air conditioner, and large verandas with stainless steel rails.

Outside is the family playground, with paved pool and barbecue area.

There is also a fully fenced lawn area for children to play or to keep family pets enclosed.

There are low maintenance garden beds, lawn areas, vegetable garden areas and fruit trees, the triple block as mentioned is 2794 m2 and has potential subdivision possibilities (STCA).

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There is a formal, sunken lounge and a dining room that has plenty of natural light which creates a lovely sense of warmth and space.

It has been freshly painted throughout, with good carpets and window furnishings.

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There is a well maintained easy to care for back garden providing privacy, which is accessed through a side entrance or through the lock up garage.

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Set on approximately 1926 m2 this parcel of land lends itself for further development with another factory or storage units at the rear of the property.

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Median house price growth was widespread across Victoria - from Gippsland, to the state’s north and west, as well as a number of locations within commuting distance of Melbourne.

Meanwhile, annual price growth was also

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In the year to June 30, the state wide median price for one bedroom units increased 2.3 per cent to $163,750, up from $160,000 for the same period last year.

Three bedroom units recorded significant price growth, up by 3.8 per cent over the year to a median of $342,500.

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Band shares musical passion THERE is new music sounding from the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band, with a fresh team at the helm welcoming more people to experience the joy of learning to play a musical instrument.

New president Natalie Stewart of Leongatha is leading the band she first joined as a nine year old before leaving at age 18 after being accepted into the Victorian College of the Arts to study trumpet.

She is joined by new musical director, former Navy musician Rod CoughranLane OAM of Agnes.

Ms Stewart is teaching two training groups, on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, at the Leongatha Courthouse, where the

band rehearses at 7.30pm Wednesdays.

“Learning music when I was young has allowed me to do so many things with my life and meet so many people, so I feel that I owe something to the community,” she said.

“Unfortunately music isn’t as strong as it once was when I was at school, so my dream is to get more children excited about music again and get more people involved with the band.

“The band has been such a huge part of my life and the only way it will play on for another 125 years is with support from the community and to have enough players to make the music.”

The band offers free lessons and free music in return for a small membership fee of $30 for children and $50 for adults.

Ms Stewart’s grandpar-

ents Jim and Jean were life members of the band and her late father Kingsley, brother James and sister Kathryn were playing members.

Ms Stewart recalls being part of the band as providing some of the best memories of her life.

“The best moment would have to be being a part of the marching band for the Sydney 2000 Olympics opening ceremony,” she said.

While studying music performance at the Victorian College of the Arts, Ms Stewart played in semi professional theatre companies, playing in shows such as Les Miserables, My Fair Lady and Jekyll and Hyde.

She also played in two A Grade brass bands, Kew and Footscray Yarraville, where she played in many AFL grand final parades, Anzac day parades and on Channel 9’s Footy Show.

Family fun: the new learners with the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band include, from left, Meg Edwards and son William Talbot, and Zara Harland and Khye Simpson.

Mr Coughran-Lane began his musical education in the Armidale Brass Band in New South Wales, playing tuba and euphonium.

After success as a junior soloist in state and regional competitions, he decided to make music his career and enlisted in the Royal Australian Navy Band in 1969.

There he concentrated on bass instruments including double bass and bass guitar, and also played euphonium with the Mordialloc Brass Band.

He progressed through the ranks, performing all around Australia and overseas as a member of the Navy Fleet Band.

As a chief petty officer and drum major of Navy parade bands, he became recognised for his intricate musical marching displays that were performed throughout Australia.

For this work he was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the 1995 Australia Day Honours List.

Throughout his career, he filled many administrative roles with the Navy, before retiring in 2002 and moving to Agnes.

As musical director of the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band, Mr CoughranLane is working at developing the band’s repertoire.

He urges musicians who have taken a break to return to their instruments.

“It’s not just the act of playing the instrument. It’s being part of a team and together creating sounds that others will enjoy,” he said.

To find out more about the band and the learners’ groups, phone Ms Stewart on 0405 034 203.

Leading the way: South Gippsland Shire Brass Band’s new musical director Rod Coughran-Lane and president Natalie Stewart.

Discovering music: among the new learners at the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band are back, from left, Lachlan Denbrok, Melissa Denbrok, Hannah Richards and Teagan Denbrok. Front, Megan Richards, Joshua Hunt, Kaitlyn Nicholas and Sienna Hunt.

Natives get Teens well spoken “no” vote NOSES were out of joint when Bass Coast Shire Council voted against prioritising the funding of native revegetation at a recent meeting.

The motion to allocate $40,000 towards native revegetation in the region was put forth by Cr Phil Wright immediately following the release of the State Ministerial Community Roundtables report.

Mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale released the report, a 62 page document which summarised action plans and priorities identified back in April when six ministers visited Bass Coast to discuss the shire’s needs with stakeholders.

“The afternoon consisted of a presentation by the mayor and CEO of Bass Coast Shire Council, followed by six separate ministerial round tables with community representatives leading the discussions and covering a wide range of issues of importance in Bass Coast,” Cr Crugnale said.

“As a result we have made this document which encapsulates the day. It holds all of the presentations the CEO and I did and contains all of the action plans that came out of the event.”

Council unanimously agreed to endorse the document which also sought to establish a committee of State Government, local businesses and community leaders to approach the action plans as a group initiative.

“The report is a great starting platform for this,” Cr Crugnale said.

Cr Wright seconded the motion and put forth a subsequent motion which requested $40,000 to go towards revegetation and rehabilitation work along the Bass Coast

Coastline.

“The community does not like it when council does something and it sits on a bottom shelf. Within the next 10 years we want 30 percent of vegetation in Bass Coast to be native,” Cr Wright said.

“This $40,000 would be used to set up a framework to identify problem areas and increase vegetation. Should this project be the first cab off the ranks from the roundtable?

I think yes.”

Cr Crugnale chose to vote against Cr Wright’s subsequent motion and said other action plans within the roundtable report needed to be prioritised.

“The action plans are a reflection of the day and revegetation is a medium term plan.

Family violence and teen pregnancy were identified as short term plans and there is no time period for funding revegetation,” she said.

“There are things that need immediate funding.”

Cr Bradley Drew agreed with Cr Crugnale and said “health, education and tourism are just as important. We need to identify the needs of the community as a whole.”

Cr Wright disagreed with Cr Crugnale and Cr Drew’s suggestions.

“You think teen pregnancy is more of a problem? We need to stop making excuses and get on with things. We have done so poorly when it comes to implementing strategies,” he said.

“This is what we need for our future.

Let’s make one of the strongest decisions we have made as a council.”

Cr Wright and Cr Clare Le Serve voted in favour of the subsequent motion. All other councillors voted against and it did not pass.

SOUTH Gippsland Secondary College students Hugh Nicoll and Phoenix Milner represented their school at the Legacy Junior Public Speaking awards recently.

It was the first year of the school’s involvement which saw Hugh and Phoenix present speeches to Legacy representatives at the Bass Coast Shire Council chambers in Wonthaggi.

Both students had been nominated by their teachers for their ability and potential in the area of public speaking.

Hugh and Phoenix each prepared speeches on areas of interest including social justice and equal rights for

Speaking out: Phoenix Milner and Hugh Nicoll represented South Gippsland Secondary College at the legacy Junior Public Speaking awards held in Wonthaggi recently. gay and lesbian couples, with support from family

and teachers.

Hugh’s speech was well

researched and the judges were impressed by the thought for the experiences of others who do not live in Australia.

Both students presented their work clearly and confidently to the audience, after a nervous wait for the day to start.

The prepared speech was followed by an impromptu speech on a topic nominated by the conveners, rainy day, happy day, which had to go for a maximum of two minutes.

Many students found this a challenge, however Phoenix managed to create a talk that spoke of family times and reflection on the week.

Phoenix ended the day second in the regional final, an outstanding effort from a group of 13 students.

Milpara Community House news WE’RE halfway through term three. We still have a lot on offer to keep you busy, but now is a great time to get in touch if you have suggestions for next term.

Food safety training, for all staff and food supervisors, is on offer on Monday, August 22. Whether you’re doing food training for retail, food processing, aged care, childcare or hospitals, we have you covered. Is the date and time unsuitable? Give us a call to discuss other options we

can provide.

The Traffic Management and Traffic Control Course is Thursday, August 25. This is national accreditation for those wanting to work in the civil construction industry, local councils and VicRoads.

Do you need to update your CPR? Or complete your Apply First Aid-Level 2 training? If so give us a call and book in for Saturday, August 27.

We’ve had a lot of interest in our upcoming Newcomers afternoon tea on Tuesday, August 30. Please let us

know if you plan to attend.

Milpara is excited to have Cindy Melksham provide two workshops this term. For the adults we have Creating Confidence and Calm Within on Saturday, September 3.

She’ll also run a workshop designed for children aged nine to 12 called Mindfulness, Resilience and Gratitude – life skills for kids. This will be on Sunday, September 11. Cindy is an Empowerment Coach, EFT Practitioner and Energy Healer.

For further details, contact Milpara 5655 2524.

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Fishy’s famous fish nearly finished

By Sarah Vella BACK in 2006, 72 fish sculptures lined the banks of the Yarra River in Melbourne, as part of the city’s decorations during the Commonwealth Games.

Joining ranks: the growing unit of Leongatha’s Lyrebird Guide unit. Back from left, Charlotte Cashin, Kaydee Jones, Naomi Peters-Ellis, Erin Dooley, Olivia Helps and Pheobe Helps, and front from left, Silvanna Interlandi, Ayla Jones, Rubyann Kuffer, Georgia Lawry and Erica Begg. Absent, Elana Abicare.

Six new Girl Guides make their Promise SIX girls made their Guiding Promise at the Lyrebird Guide unit in Leongatha recently.

They were Georgia Lawry, Alya Jones, Rubyann Kuffer, Erica Begg, Savannah Interlandi and Elana Abicare.

They were welcomed by the other members of Lyrebird Guides after promising to do their best to: • be true to myself and develop my beliefs; • to serve my community and Australia; and • and live by the Guide Law. This is a big ask from young girls, but the Girl Guides at Leongatha are doing an excellent job of

living up to their Promise.

The girls have been having fun at Guides earning their pets badge. This has entailed visits to the vet, bringing their pets to Guides, making toys to cats and more.

While having fun, the girls are also living their promise and developing their leadership skills.

The Lyrebird unit for girls from grades 1 to 4 meets on Wednesdays, from 5pm to 6.30pm. Unfortunately, the Lizard unit, for girls from Grade 5 upwards, is temporarily in recess.

Both Guide units are looking for new unit helpers or leaders. If anyone can help out in these units or is interested in joining Girl Guides, please contact Chris Oliver at coliver@guidesvic.org.au

Teens open doors to jobs MORE than 2500 students from secondary schools across South Gippsland, Bass Coast, Latrobe and Baw Baw shires attended the biggest JobSkills Expo ever staged in the region.

More than 100 exhibitors provided a showcase of careers at Warragul’s Lardner Park with hands on activities in areas such as bricklaying, carpentry, hospitality, health, horticulture, agriculture, beauty, retail, electrical, engineering, automotive, emergency services and more.

The Gippsland Jobskills Expo was organised by Baw Baw Latrobe LLEN and the South Gippsland Bass Coast LLEN. LLEN partnership broker Karena Kerr said, “This year’s expo had exceeded expectations. It was a great event with record numbers of students, schools, exhibitors, parents and community members attending.

“The JobSkills Expo is a great opportunity for young people to view training and career options available and encourage them to start investigating their pathway. It also provides industry with a greater understanding of the aspirations of our young people”.

The JobsSkills Expo showed students career and training opportunities available in Gippsland and fur-

ther afield.

With many young people electing to leave the area after school, the event aimed to facilitate networking between industry and education in Gippsland.

GippsTAFE hosted displays and hands on activities in areas such as sport and recreation, hospitality, massage, and more, while Monash University showcased their nursing program.

Seven industry based seminars were also run on the day. Guest speakers from each industry covered career pathways, training and job opportunities.

The conference facility at Lardner Park was the ideal location for the seminars, including the LEAP into Health program that seeks to engage students with universities and professional communities while demystify the links between school, higher education and professional careers.

Funding came from organisations throughout Gippsland including councils, Monash University, GippsTAFE, Community College Gippsland, EIV, West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, MEGT, Energy Australia, AusNAC, Lardner Park, and Gippsland Trades and Labour Council.

Their sponsorship enabled the provision for free transport to every student to and from the expo. This significantly increased student participation and removed any barriers students face because of distance.

Two of those fish sculptures ended up in Fish Creek and now, local artist Andrew McPherson and metalworker Ray Jones are working together to create a fish wind vane from the two fish.

It has taken some years, but the sculpture is nearing completion and is expected to be erected between the rail trail and the butter factory by Christmas.

Mr McPherson said one side of the fish used the back sides of road signs and is smooth and silver, while the other side used the faces of signs and is designed to look like colourful scales.

“When the wind changes, people will be able to see the different sides,” he said.

“We are still looking for aluminium road signs to finish the project. The South Gippsland Shire Council gave us quite a number, but we have run out at the moment.”

Mr McPherson said if anyone has some aluminium road signs they would like to donate to the project, he would be happy to hear from them.

When finished, the fish wind vane will be erected on a three metre high pole, making the

sculpture over six metres tall.

The project has not come without difficulties and there was a chance it wasn’t going to be completed at all.

“It was always going to be a big project. We had some site difficulties which was disheartening,” Mr Jones said.

“We feel like there is a bit more community involvement with the project now, it feels a bit more buoyant.”

Mr McPhershon said while there is still a fair bit of work to go, he is confident it will be finished by the end of the year.

“It has been a couple of months constant work for the two of us and there is probably about a month left, once we get going again,” he said.

“We are happy to do it as our contribution to Fish Creek.”

Fish Creek Community Development Group vice chair Tony Walker from the said the project was made possible by the work of many.

He said past members of the development group, Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks, the Great Southern Rail Trail committee of management and members of the community are all to thank for the project coming to fruition.

“The sculpture should be visible from both in town and by passing traffic, so we hope it is eye catching enough to be a feature of the town,” he said.

Fantastic fish: Andrew McPherson, right and Ray Jones are bringing two famous fish from the 2006 Commonwealth Games back to life as one giant sculpture for Fish Creek.

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The Good Life

Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment

Play festival with local impact FAMDA will stage its sixteenth South Gippsland One Act Play Festival this weekend at the Foster Arts Centre.

Locals are invited to make the most of the chance to sample some (or even all!) of the huge variety of plays on offer at this friendly festival complete with great entertainment, good company, good heating and good old fashioned hospitality.

This is one of eight such festivals held in the state but sponsorship from the local Community Bank Branch of Toora and District, Foster branch and Welshpool agency means that FAMDA’s festival offers the largest prize money and also the cheapest ticket prices on the circuit.

The prize money attracts skilled performers and the low prices are designed to attract members of the local community to sample at least some of the festival.

This year there is a distinct local flavour with eight Gippsland plays on the menu.

The entertainment gets underway at 10am Saturday with the Young Players Festival and entries from the Riverbend

Home School Group, Koonwarra Village School, Mary MacKillop College and Foster Primary School giving lots of young students the chance to demonstrate their dramatic talents.

Leongatha Lyric Theatre will be represented by a comedy called The Loveliest Afternoon of the Year which will be staged at 11.30am Sunday.

FAMDA’s entry is Flora of the Prom, a vintage style melodrama, with a huge cast drawn from Port Welshpool to Venus Bay and points in between means there is bound to be someone you know on stage on Sunday afternoon.

Latrobe Valley based theatre group, Here There and Everywhere Theatre, who staged the winning entry in last year’s festival, will be back again on Saturday evening to defend their title with the dramatic Snake Bite.

Impact Theatre from Warragul, the winning company in 2014, return to open the Sunday morning session at 11am with a brand new drama/comedy called Anyone There?

The program is divided into sessions

each with at least three plays.

Adult sessions cost $10 each or a festival pass for the entire festival comes at just $25.

For the Youth Festival on Saturday morning the price is just $5 for adults with children free.

Ideally people should come for the start of each session: 10am, 2pm and 7.30pm on Saturday and 11am and 2pm Sunday, however playgoers are welcome to drop in during the daytime in the breaks (15 minutes maximum) between the plays.

Tickets are on sale now via www.famda.org.au and will be on sale at the door prior to each session and between the individual plays.

Light lunch and afternoon tea will be available throughout the day and playgoers are also welcome to bring their own nibbles and drinks.

For full details of the festival schedule, including play lengths and classifications, check www.famda.org.au.

Grab this opportunity to enjoy the lowcost fun and surprises of this fabulous festival right on your doorstep.

Bruce Crowl Award: the $1000 cheque and trophy for the best production at the South Gippsland One Act Play Festival is known as the Bruce Crowl Award. Bruce is pictured at last year’s festival with adjudicator, Max Rackham, and the writer and director of the winning play, Phillip Mayer from Latrobe Valley based Here There and Everywhere Theatre.

Experiments, investigations celebrate Science Week NATIONAL Science Week is a week-long celebration of science and technology when thousands of scientists, students, teachers and researchers get involved in activities and events right across the country.

Budding scientists are set to converge on the Antarctic Journey at the Nobbies, Phillip Island, for a series of experiments, demonstrations and activities on the weekend of August 20 and 21.

In Mad Scientists, the Nature Parks’ mad scirangers need your help to complete their wacky experiments. Have you ever wondered where elephant toothpaste comes from?

How does energy create waves?

Find out the answers to these important questions and more during an hour of

wacky science demonstrations from 10am to 11am at the WWF Antarctic Journey, Nobbies Centre, this Saturday and Sunday.

During Icy Science, discover what lives beneath the sea ice surrounding Antarctica.

Antarctic adventurer Diver Matt illustrates the diversity and abundance of marine life on the coastal margin of Antarctica, and engages in quick and simple experiments to help explain why it’s so different to what we find on the Victorian coast.

This event is on from 11am to noon at WWF Antarctic Journey, Nobbies Centre, Saturday and Sunday.

In Savvy Science, can you drop a fresh egg without it breaking? Can you grow a plant in a jar?

Join our slightly zany sci-rangers for an afternoon of fun activities where the kids get to use their heads

Out there: science experiments will be part of the fun this weekend at the Antarctic Journey, Nobbies Centre, Phillip Island. and provide some clever and amusing solutions for the little scientist in all of us.

Don’t worry; it’s perfectly safe, but it could be a little messy!

This event is held at

WWF Antarctic Journey, Nobbies Centre, from 1pm to 3pm, Saturday and Sunday.

All of these fun-filled activities are included in the standard entry fee to the Antarctic Journey of $18

per adult, $9 per child (aged four to 15), $45 per family (two adults, two children), and $12.60 concession.

Come and help us celebrate National Science Week at the Antarctic Journey at the Nobbies.

Lyric lovers plan to elope She enlists the aid of Theseus, Duke of Athens, to enforce her wishes upon her daughter.

Hermia is given four days to choose between Demetrius or life in a nunnery.

Ever defiant, she and Lysander elope into the surrounding forest.

Further complications arise when Hermia’s friend Helena and

Demetrius join them.

This romantic mayhem is only one of several plot lines in the upcoming Leongatha Lyric Theatre’s production of Shakespeare’s comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

With a cast of 31 talented actors of all ages, this show is sure to entertain the whole family.

There will be five evening and four matinee performances from September 23 to October 2.

To purchase your tickets online, simply go to the Leongatha Lyric Theatre website.

Talented cast: from left, the four young lovers in Leongatha Lyric Theatre’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be portrayed by Julia Enter (Hermia), Jacob Beckwith (Lysander), Billy Wilson (Demetrius) and Anne Marshall (Helena).

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Children discover past to learn about future INVERLOCH and Kongwak primary school students com-

bined fun and learning at Narm- south of Ballarat, recently.

While there, they learnt about combool, an environmental camp

posting, energy, indigenous archaeology, farming and astrology with staff from Federation University at Ballarat.

The Grade 6 children also visited the MADE Museum at Ballarat, Eureka Stockade and the Scienceworks museum in Melbourne.

The archaeology dig site at Narmbool is the site of an old homestead on the property.

Students from LaTrobe, Melbourne and Deakin universities have been excavating the site to learn more about life on the farm from 1870 to 1970 when the homestead was used.

Inverloch and Kongwak students learnt about how archaeologists work and looked for remnants and relics Looking back: Inverloch Primary School Prep students celebrated 100 Out, about: students of Inverloch and Kongwak primary schools took themselves, and also played an indig- days of schooling with a special dress up day recently. The children part in a team building activity with a helium filled rod at camp at the enous game called Gul Gul. dressed in old fashioned attire and made special 100 biscuits. Teacher

property Narmbool, near Ballarat.

Clare Peterson is pictured with her Prep P class.

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Farming Insight Rain buoys hopes as spring approaches

By Sarah Vella DAYS are getting longer and as spring approaches, the regions’ farmers are hopeful good winter rain will bring a bumper growing season.

said could be mitigated slightly by a decent spring.

He said while a good spring could help margins, at the current milk price not many farms would be in the black.

“If we do have a ripper spring, we will have extra grass to conserve, which eats into our cash flow,” he said.

“This year we will have a cash flow deficit through the spring harvest period, coupled with an extremely low milk price. It is the farmer’s traditional nightmare.

“This will cause a hole for a lot of farmers

over the summer months.”

Mr Hollingworth said the recovery of milk price globally would be the only way for dairy farmers to get out of trouble.

A Murray Goulburn spokesperson said seasonal conditions remained challenging, however suppliers were generally hopeful for a decent spring.

“Heavy rain in many key dairy regions during the early part of this season should help to reduce some of the additional costs incurred during last season’s tough seasonal conditions on water and feed,” he said.

Koonwarra dairy farmer Shawn Hollingworth said currently on his farm, things are shaping up for a decent spring.

“We have a good feed wedge in front of us. We are borderline wet, so if we get a good week of dry weather it would be nice,” he said.

“Considering we came out of a horrible autumn, we are looking good.”

Mr Hollingworth recorded more than 100mm of rain in May, June and July, which has helped to fill dams and replenish soil moisture.

“It is a significant thing to have the dams full.

It will give us a good start,” he said.

Due to the wet conditions, Mr Hollingworth took the advice of his farm consultant 60 days ago and began his cows on a 30 day round.

He said that was the equivalent of an early spring grazing rotation.

“It has paid dividends for us. We are essentially putting less cows on a bigger area, which has reduced pugging and doubled the daily allocations for the cows,” he said.

“It seems to be working at this stage. We have another 30 days of feed, so by then we should have warmer weather and longer days and it should take off.”

Mr Hollingworth also uses a feed pad on his farm, which also helps limit pasture damage.

“I have also avoided causing any tractor damage to the paddocks so far. I put urea out last round, but haven’t this round because it is too wet,” he said.

The dairy industry has faced several setbacks Looking forward: Koonwarra dairy farmer Shawn Hollingworth is looking forward to what over the past six months, which Mr Hollingworth he believes will be a cracking spring.

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Quality declined in the grown steers and bullocks however the trade run was similar to last sale.

The young cattle suited to the trade were mostly yearling heifers which eased 10c/kg.

Grown steers sold around 5c easier for a limited selection while the bullocks sold 15c/kg cheaper and even more on some isolated sales.

Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers slipped 15c with quality an issue while the crossbred portion eased 11c/kg.

Cows sold from firm for most light and medium weights and dearer on some sales up to 5c/ kg easier for most heavy weights.

The heavy weight bulls sold firm to a few cents easier.

Yearling heifers to the trade sold from 310c to 367c/kg.

Grown steers made between 325c and 370c/ kg. Bullocks sold between 330c and 361c/kg.

Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers

made from 273c to 275c with the crossbred portion from 288c to 352c/kg.

Most light and medium weight cows sold from 200c to 260c/kg. Heavy weight cows made mostly between 240c and 300c after a top of 318c/kg for a pen of heavily muscled European bred cows.

Heavy weight C and B muscle bulls made from 280c to 318c/kg.

The next sale draw - August 17 & 18: 1.

Rodwells, 2. Alex Scott & Staff, 3. Elders, 4.

SEJ, 5. Landmark, 6. Phelan & Henderson & Co.

Prime Sale - Wednesday, August 10 BULLOCKS 2 R. & J. Edwards, Fish Creek 577.5kg 370.0 $2136.75 18 O’Loughlin Bros, Meeniyan 652.8kg 367.6 $2399.61 11 Von Pace Pastoral P/L 584.1kg 365.0 $2131.93 10 M.J. Patterson, Koorooman 613.0kg 365.0 $2237.45 14 Pettitt Pty Ltd, Koorooman 606.4kg 365.0 $2213.46 8 Wisewould Farm, Glengarry 560.0kg 363.2 $2033.92 STEERS 2 R. & J. Edwards, Fish Creek 525.0kg 370.0 $1942.50 9 D.R. & T.M. Foat, Hunterston 517.8kg 369.2 $1911.64 1 D. Encel, Wonga Wonga 355.0kg 366.6 $1301.43 1 C.D. & L.J. Stewart, Jeetho West 320.0kg 366.6 $1173.12 9 R. & C. Jackson, Strzelecki 512.8kg 356.6 $1828.57 1 G.R. Motton, Leongatha 450.0kg 350.0 $1575.00 HEIFERS 1 D.G. & C.M. Roberts, Foster 345.0kg 375.6 $1295.82 1 T.J. & J.E. Clark, Leongatha 355.0kg 373.6 $1326.28 1 C.D. & L.J. Stewart, Jeetho West 365.0kg 366.6 $1338.09 1 E.A., G.E., R.I. & G.J. Baillie, Tyers 430.0kg 366.6 $1576.38 1 A. McCall, Yarram 425.0kg 360.0 $1530.00 1 Mandikos Haulage, Morwell 220.0kg 355.6 $782.32 COWS 5 Schottersveld P/L, Leongatha 654.0kg 317.6 $2077.10 1 D. Encel, Wonga Wonga 525.0kg 300.6 $1578.15 1 Jasmel Nominees, Tarwin South 595.0kg 300.0 $1785.00 1 Northside Pastoral, Inverloch 645.0kg 299.6 $1932.42 1 P.W. Morissey, Tarra Valley 695.0kg 296.0 $2057.20 1 M.D. & L.D. Mayo, Jeetho 860.0kg 293.6 $2524.96 BULLS 1 S.J. & L.E. Berryman, Yarram 925.0kg 317.6 $2937.80 1 Strathbrae Equity P/L, Inverloch 995.0kg 315.6 $3140.22 1 I. & R. Hengstberger, Stony Creek 755.0kg 315.6 $2382.78 1 O’Hara Realty & Jason O’Hara, Yinnar 815.0kg 315.6 $2572.141 1 A.L. & S.J. Matthews, Dumbalk 880.0kg 315.6 $2777.28 1 A.J. & L.M. Dunkley, Yarram 690.0kg 311.6 $2150.040

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Farming Insight

Dairy farmers rearing to go CALF rearing is an area where farmers can always improve their skills.

A Young Dairy Network evening in Fish Creek next week will have an in-depth look at issues surrounding the raisingof healthy calves.

YDN Gippsland coordinator Irene Baker said the evening would prove beneficial for any farmer trying to maximise their success rates during a tough season.

“We have Leongatha vet Peter DeGaris speaking on the night, which should provide plenty of food for thought for those who are building their calf rearing knowledge,” Irene said.

Key topics to be covered: • rearing from birth to weaning; • colostrum quality; • milk types and volumes;

• grain/pellets and hay; • best practices to rear healthy calves including shedding and bedding; • common calve diseases including management; and • calf vaccines.

The night will be held at the Fish Creek Hotel on Wednesday, August 24 from 7pm, with a ‘parma and schooner’ deal available for just $20 at 6.30pm.

“We are really encouraging young farmers to come out for a night where they can learn a key dairy skill as well as relaxing with a beverage and a chat with some fellow farmers,” Irene said.

RSVP by Monday, August 22 to Irene on 0428 889 337, 5624 3900 or at Irene@gippsdairy.com. au

Chinese investment in Burra Foods approved

Useful tips: calf rearing will be the focus of

BURRA Foods of Korumburra will of- structure of Burra Foods, one that will provide next week’s Young Dairy Network night at ficially be majority owned by a Chinese vastly improved access to the world’s fast grow- Fish Creek. ing and most dynamic market,” he said. company.

“We have always focused on higher value milk On Friday, the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) provided Burra Foods with written notice there were no objections to the proposed change in shareholding under which leading international dairy farming company, Inner Mongolia Fuyuan Farming Co Ltd (Fuyuan), would take a majority shareholding.

Fuyuan is owned by several investors, with the largest shareholder being China Mengniu Dairy Co Ltd (Mengniu), a company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, which manufactures and distributes dairy products throughout China.

Mengniu is also Fuyuan’s largest customer for the milk production from its 14 dairy farms.

Burra Foods said Fuyuan’s interest would give Burra Foods unparalleled access to the world’s largest and fastest growing dairy market, in addition to improved access to capital to fund expansion projects.

Existing shareholders including Burra Foods’ founder, Grant Crothers and international trader, ITOCHU Corporation have maintained a combined 21 per cent interest in the company, with Mr Crothers continuing in his role as managing director/CEO. “We are pleased the Foreign Investment Review Board has approved the new shareholder

New take on Johne’s SINCE July 1, Johne’s disease in cattle has been industry managed and market driven in Victoria.

Management of Johne’s disease will be on a risk-based approach at the farm level, the same as for many other endemic livestock diseases.

This approach will put the management of Johne’s disease in the hands of the cattle owner.

This change follows a national review in 2015 of Bovine Johne’s disease management that industry and governments contributed to through an extensive consultative process.

The review concluded the disease should be addressed under a common biosecurity approach for endemic diseases.

For information in regards to management of Johne’s disease in cattle in Victoria from July 1, 2016, go to http://bit.ly/2aHSp8O

ingredient products and we see a variety of opportunities for our existing milk powder range in addition to new products.

“International dairy markets are notoriously volatile of which we have seen the worst in recent times and this new structure provides more opportunity for low risk growth up the value chain while gaining access to additional capital.”

Mr Crothers said business would continue as usual.

“The new structure enhances the future for our loyal milk supply partners, provides ongoing employment for our dedicated staff, while ensuring increased and stable supply to our existing customers whether they are located in Australia, Japan, China or other parts of the world,” he said.

He paid tribute to loyal farmers and customers.

“This injection of capital provides us the scope to meet the ongoing market demand for premium dairy based ingredient products, including nutritional milk powders, and move up the value chain while minimising the risks associated with penetrating volatile international markets,” Mr Crothers said.

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public notice Leongatha Horticultural Society Inc. PLEASE NOTE Alternate number for Daffodil Show enquiries and entries 0409 649 237

situations vacant

EXPERIENCED MILKER Required for afternoons Monday to Friday ROTARY DAIRY 4 minutes from Korumburra Please call 0419 369 455

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CASUAL POSITION VACANT GRADE 3 NURSERY ASSISTANT

milpara Korumburra’s Community House

2-3 days per week

Annual General Meeting

Business Development Consultant

Thursday, September 8

Do you want to make a difference to someone’s life?

Do you need a change in your career to something more fulfilling?

Do you want to apply your “life skills” and “business skills” daily?

6.30pm for a 7pm start @ Milpara Community House 21 Shellcot Road, Korumburra All welcome For enquiries, phone 5655 2524 Light refreshments, tea and coffee provided

Email your adverts to The Star ads@thestar.com.au situations vacant

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INCLUDES DAYS AND EVENINGS Experience required in Asian cuisine and Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.

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Vibrant and enthusiastic person.

Plant knowledge or experience in horticulture preferred.

Apply in writing with resumé by Friday, August 19

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Our client is an employment agency assisting people with disabilities or barriers to employment to become valued employees in the mainstream workforce.

As a Business Development Consultant you will be responsible for all areas of employer engagement, marketing, job creation and the promotion of our client within the Business community.

The position will be building strong relationships with employers to create employment opportunities for our jobseekers.

You will need broad work and business experience and ties to the business community.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please email hr@wsgipps.com.au quoting ‘Leongatha’.

Applications should be emailed to hr@wsgipps. com.au or forwarded to Luke Henderson, General Manager, Work Solutions Gippsland, Suite 1, 55 Grey Street, Traralgon VIC 3844.

Applicants must address the key selection criteria and submit a CV no later than Friday 26th August 2016.

If you would like further information please phone Luke Henderson (General Manager) on 5173 1600.

EDUCATION SUPPORT POSITION College Operations / Compass Manager Seeking an enthusiastic & proactive staff member possessing excellent communication & problem solving skills, with comprehensive experience in the use of IT 12 month (Full Time) contract position Commencing October 3, 2016 Role description and selection criteria requiring response can be obtained by phoning Gabe Windsor on 03 5662 4333 Applications close August 30, 2016

OUTDOOR POOL COORDINATOR $24.17 PER HOUR

Senior Asset Planner

YMCA are seeking a fun, enthusiastic, community minded person to work across a range of outdoor pools in the South Gippsland area. Experience in plant room operations, recruitment, staff development and health and safety in an aquatic environment are essential.

Looking for a career in a dynamic industry?

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 Senior Asset Planner to join our Infrastructure and Planning Team, based in Foster, gateway to Wilson’s Promontory. The successful person will oversee a small team of technical specialists, managing our assets planning and renewal strategies. FTE is negotiable from 0.7 – 1.0 FTE and applicants seeking flexible working arrangements are encouraged to apply.

A position description and further information on how to apply, including the requirement to address key selection criteria, is available on our website www.sgwater.com.au or by calling Paula Smith 03 5682 0403.

Applications close Friday 26 August 2016.

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to adrian.paino@ymca.org.au APPLICATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 26 AUGUST For the position description and careers at the Y, visit victoria.ymca.org.au/caree rs

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION & SHOWROOM SALES PROFESSIONAL

Project Firefighters

32-40hr week (4-5 days neg.)

Opportunities available statewide The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) and Parks Victoria are looking for people who want to help protect Victorian communities from bushfire to become seasonal fire fighters this year.

We employ field based, seasonal firefighters to assist with planned burning and the prevention and suppression of bushfires in parks and forests. It’s a job where no two days are the same.

Are you ready?

Training will be provided and positions are open to men and women who: • Have a high level of fitness • Are a team player • Hold a current manual drivers licence Positions available include firefighters, fire support officers, rappel and hover exit crews.

Salaries commence from $842.22 per week plus superannuation.

For more information contact DELWP on 136 186 or Parks Victoria on 131 963.

Applications close Sunday 4 September 2016.

A number of positions have been identified for Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander People. These are designated positions under “special measures” section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for these positions.

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Successful candidates located at Parks Victoria work centres will be employed by Parks Victoria.

All other successful candidates will be employed by DELWP.

It’s time to combine your skills into one fulfilling and challenging role.

This exciting role will see you doing general administrative duties one minute and identifying sales opportunities the next.

This unique opportunity exists in a supportive and friendly team environment.

The successful applicant must be highly motivated, have strongly developed people skills and be passionate about delivering exceptional service to our valued customers.

To be considered for this role you will need: • Proven office administration experience • Experience / strong interest in window furnishings • Knowledge and experience in Xero, payroll and BAS • Exceptional presentation All applications to: The Manager Invisage blinds, drapes & awnings pty ltd 54 Cashin Street, Inverloch Vic 3996 / email. bandtando@bigpond.com Applications close Tuesday 30th August www.invisageinverloch.com.au

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CHAINSAWS

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• Gippsland Region (Morwell ofďŹ ce) • Full Time (1.0 FTE), 5 days per week • Work within a multi disciplinary team As a Cradle to Kinder SEPP, you will provide child-centred family focused case management and support to vulnerable young mothers and their children; undertake assessments; and provide a family casework service, working in partnership with families to achieve their goals. You will also work within a transdisciplinary team; participate in community education and community development strategies and provide culturally sensitive practice responses to Aboriginal and culturally diverse families, including consultations with the Aboriginal Liaison Worker. You will enjoy a professional and supportive team environment and access to evidence-informed bestpractice training and development opportunities.

The position will be based within the Gippsland region working closely with other partner agencies in providing family support services to vulnerable families to improve the safety, wellbeing and development of children.

To be considered for this role you will have: • Sound understanding of the service system for vulnerable young parents and their children and experience in working in partnership with key agencies. • Excellent practice experience and theoretical understanding of the issues facing highly vulnerable young parents in their ability to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their children, particularly the priority access groups for Cradle to Kinder.. • Highly developed understanding of child development and the factors that can impede a child’s development. • Highly developed skills in active and assertive engagement for families who are reluctant to accept services, especially young people. • Sound understanding of culturally sensitive practice for Aboriginal and culturally diverse groups. • Excellent organisational, time management skills, and ability to be self-directed. • Highly developed skills and experience in risk and needs assessments and risk management. • Demonstrated experience in relation to Family Action Planning and ability to think broadly and holistically in relation to interventions with families and children. • Demonstrated ability to engage in critical reective practice.

QualiďŹ cations • Mandatory: A relevant tertiary qualiďŹ cation in Early Childhood Development, Infant Mental Health or equivalent, at diploma level or higher.

In return you will be offered a great working environment, excellent training and support, use of a company vehicle for work related activities, mobile and laptop (during work hours), attractive hourly rate, salary packaging and a strong supportive team.

For a detailed position description including selection criteria, please refer to www.qec.org.au under professionals/employment opportunities.

Applications addressing the key selection criteria can be forwarded to The Coordinator, People and Culture peopleandculture@qec.org.au by COB Friday, 26th August 2016. For further information, please contact David Welch, Area Manager on 0438 844 563 or Carrie Spann, Team Leader Cradle to Kinder (03) 5133 9998.

Appointment is subject to a current immunisation certiďŹ cate, satisfactory police check and Working with Children Check.

from $199

Professional repairs and services to all makes of chainsaws.

We also have a large range of secondhand chainsaws available.

MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT

Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, LEONGATHA Ph: 5662 2028 L.M.C.T. 2714

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays situations vacant

Senior Early Parenting Practitioner Cradle to Kinder

We stock the largest range of chainsaws in South Gippsland, including - Stihl, McCulloch and Husqvarna

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MJA Accounting has a full time position of an Accountant or an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Your duties primarily will include accounting, BAS & income tax for our small to medium business and primary producer client base.

The successful applicant will be an ambitious person with a high level of computer skills who will work in a team environment. The ability to demonstrate knowledge and experience using accounting software programs is advantageous.

If you are interested in applying for this role please send through your resumĂŠ and covering letter to: Email to: yvonne@mjacpa.com.au Post to: Bookkeeper / Accountant MJA Accounting Level 1, 16 McCartin Street, Leongatha Vic 3953 Applications close: 26 August 2016

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WOORAYL LODGE INC. CLINICAL CARE AND ACFI CO-ORDINATOR (REGISTERED NURSE DIVISION 1) Woorayl Lodge Inc. is seeking a Full Time Registered Nurse Division 1, to ďŹ ll the role of Clinical Care and ACFI Co-ordinator. Experience in the Aged Care sector and with ACFI is preferred, but not essential. The position will also include on call duties, both overnight and weekends and relieving during absences of leave.

Applicants to forward their written applications, including copies of current Registrations and Police Checks to the Director of Care at Woorayl Lodge, 71 McCartin Street, Leongatha 3953.

Applications must be received by Friday, August 19, 2016. A copy of the Position Description is available on request, phone 5662 2053.

Jo White DIRECTOR OF CARE

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FIREWOOD - local messmate/stringy bark, cut/split, delivery available. 2 cubic metres $200, 4 cubic metres $400, 6 cubic metres $600, 10 cubic metres $900. Ph: 0437-176187.

FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408980-711, A/H 56625175.

livestock

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POULTRY / CAGE BIRD AUCTION Traralgon Showgrounds Poultry Pavilion, Sunday, August 21, 10.30am. Wide variety of poultry, hens, ducks, many breeds, fertile eggs. Open for sellers from 8am. Ph: 5197 7270, 0400 934 202.

ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.

wanted to rent WANTED TO RENT

garage sales

I am an active pensioner, non smoker, non drinker seeking a cheap house to rent long term around Foster / Fish Creek.

Excellent references.

Call Robert 0412 352 064

FIREWOOD: Split red gum, premium split red gum (small), ironbark hardwood mix. Pick up or delivered. Loaded and sold by weight. Utes, trailers or load your own boot. Ask about our shared delivery cost. 20kg bags to go.

EFTPOS available.

Open 7 days. Corner Charity Lane & SG Hwy, Foster. 5682-1508.

GARAGE SALE

KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $33.00)

marriage celebrant

HAY for sale. Top quality vetch oaten straw.

Feed test available.

For delivered price ring Greg 0429-822544.

• 2 x A4 Garage Sale Signs • Garage Sale Tips (dos and don’ts) • Sheet of Price Stickers • Star Carry Bag

5662 2553 0438 097 181

HOT water service, double element, 315 litres, 14 months old, as new, $450. 5664-0037.

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.

TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 5681-2261.

livestock BULLS for hire or for sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale. Phone 0447-331762.

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The “STAR� can help you promote your event with our

$27.50 GARAGE SALE KIT

Total package valued at $41 ADVERTISE by calling 5662 5555 or emailing classiďŹ eds@thestar.com.au or call in to 36 McCartin Street LEONGATHA to pick up your kit when you place your advertisement

meetings THE LEONGATHA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ANNUAL MEETING will be held on

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 14 8pm at the Leongatha Mechanics’ Institute Guest Speaker Dr Bob Birrell All welcome

Mirboo North & District Junior Tennis Association

AGM

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APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 21 August 2016

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1 at the Leongatha Tennis Club rooms 7.30pm All welcome

TARWIN LANDCARE GROUP

AGM & SPEAKER Wednesday, August 24 7.15pm to 9.30pm TARWIN LOWER BOWLING CLUB Please bring a plate of supper Speaker: Dr Stephen Legg A history of political agitation for the conservation of Victoria’s forests: 1860 to 1970 RSVP to Secretary 5663 5531 Or rasdan49@gmail.com

used vehicles TOYOTA Landcruiser, 7 seater wagon, 2005 model, maroon, 6 cylinder diesel, manual trans, 249,000km, 33� near new Cooper tyres, 12 months reg and RWC (TSP479), $23,500 ONO. Ph: 5668-7226.

PAM HERRALD Wendy Rutjens

Weddings ~ Funerals ~ Namings

0429 688 123 e: rutjenswendy@gmail.com

Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

thanks VITETTA - The family of the late Nick (Nicola) Vitetta would greatly wish to express our heartfelt appreciation to all the doctors, nursing and hospital staff for their utmost professional and compassionate care during our father’s past weeks. Their ongoing dedication to patients and their assistance to families helped make our difficult emotional circumstance a lot easier.

A very special thank you to Dr Chris Perry for his extended care and friendship, and providing our father with comfort during his declining health.

We feel extremely privileged and truly grateful that we have such a wonderful facility such as the Leongatha Hospital - we thank you.

bereavement thanks MINNS - Cheryl Janine (Bath).

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for the many floral tributes, phone calls, cards, and words of condolence we received after the recent passing of Cheryl.

We thank the medical team at St Vincent’s Hospital for their care and compassion.

Our gratitude also goes to the team at Handley Funeral Services and Gavin Grosser.

Thank you all.

Val Bath, Grant, Don, June and families.

in memoriam EAGLE - Eric William.

August 15, 2013.

Sadly missed along life’s way, quietly remembered every day.

No longer in my life to share, but in my heart you are always there.

Your loving wife Mary, son “Calvin�, Sharyn and family.

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in memoriam

deaths

deaths

WHITE - Alfred William.

08.07.17 - 11.08.89.

Beloved husband of Alice (dec).

Loving father of Les. Friend of Megan.

Pop to Tracey and Steven.

Adopted Pop to Loreena.

Special Paw to great grandchildren Kinesha and Mackenna, Nick and Brooke, Gemma, Bianca and Keely.

Loved always and forever.

Your work is done now Dad. Rest in peace.

deaths

Margaret Castle 25 October 1931 – 1 August 2016 Margaret had a lifelong love for Leongatha and the surrounding districts.

Scots Pioneer Church, Mardan South, will be an enduring legacy from Margaret to the local community.

A woman of faith and courage.

Deeply mourned and missed by family and friends.

CLOSE Arthur Clifford.

(NX149914) The President and members of Leongatha RSL regret the passing of their esteemed member and extend deepest sympathy to the family.

Lest We Forget LARKIN - Frank.

Passed away peacefully on August 11, 2016 in Leongatha.

Loving and devoted husband of Leah, fond father of Alexa Anderson and Nadine Barbuto.

Father-in-law of Bill and John.

Grandfather of Brad, Craig, Steven, Luke and Sarah.

Great grandfather to Nicholas, Brooke, Kinesha, Mackenna, Gemma, Bianca and Keely.

Forever loved.

LARKIN - Frank (Paw).

Passed away August 11, 2016.

Heartaches in this world are many, Losing you is worse than any, Our love for you will always keep, It cannot fade, it is too deep.

Love you always.

– Nadine and John Barbuto, Luke and Allison, Sarah and Sam. LARKIN - Frank.

Passed away on August 11, 2016 at Leongatha.

Loved and loving father and father-inlaw of Alexa and Bill Anderson.

Loving Paw to grandchildren Brad and Nat, Craig and Bec, and Steve.

LARKIN - Frank.

Dearly loved “Paw” of Brad and Nat. Adored “Paw” of Kinesha and Mackenna.

Always on for a laugh and giggle.

Down to earth, honest, independent and strong.

This is how we will remember you.

Loving memories are ours to keep forever. xxxx

LARKIN Francis Aloysius (3/710944) The President and members of Leongatha RSL regret the passing of their esteemed member and extend deepest sympathy to the family.

Lest We Forget LARKIN - Frank.

We extend our sincere condolences to Leah and family on the passing of Frank.

From management and staff of Larkin Printers.

VITETTA Nicola (Nick).

Passed away after a short illness on August 13, 2016. Aged 90.

Beloved husband of Joyce (dec).

Much loved and respected father of Jon and Lorna Vitetta, Linda and Robert Richards, Marianna and Rob Warneke, Tony and Josie Vitetta, Ann and Michael Regos.

Adored grandfather and great grandfather (Poppy / Nonno).

Now at peace.

VITETTA Nicola (Nick).

28.10.1925 - 13.8.2016.

Loved father of Jon and father-in-law of Lorna.

From such humble beginnings, working so hard and with incredible tenacity, you achieved so much. You were tough, but always generous.

Your journey has now come to an end but your influence will always be with us.

I am so proud of you, Dad. I shall miss you always.

Now rest in peace.

Your loving son, Jon. VITETTA Nick (Nicola).

Dad it is hard to say goodbye and you will be sadly missed by us all.

You always faced life’s challenges with great strength and courage as you did during the last few weeks of your illness and we are so very proud of you.

You achieved so much throughout your life and earned the respect of many.

You leave behind a wonderful legacy of family and family traditions.

Very much loved father of Linda, father-inlaw to Robert. Special and loved Poppy and Great Poppy to Marcus, Brigette, Amy and Sarah, Charlotte, Ava, Darcy and Emeilia.

VITETTA Nicola (Nick).

28.10.1925 - 13.8.2016.

Cherished father of Marianna and Rob. Adored Poppy of Nicole, Ben and Clare, and great grand Poppy to Mila and Mason.

Dad there is a place in my heart that is yours alone, A part of my life that no one else can own.

There’s a bridge of happy memories from here to heaven above, I know we share that bridge Dad, it’s called The Bridge of Love.

Now in God’s care.

VITETTA Nick (Nicola).

Loved father of Tony and loved father-in-law of Josie.

Loving nonno of Nicholas and Nadia.

A pillar of strength.

A life well lived.

In our hearts and souls.

An epic journey now complete.

You leave us with love and pride.

VITETTA - Nicola.

Much loved father to Ann and father-in-law to Michael.

Cherished Poppy to Hayley, Emma and Katherine.

You were so brave and endured so much, no more pain and now at rest.

God looked around His garden, and found an empty space.

He looked upon the earth and found a tired face.

He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.

The garden must be beautiful because He only takes the best.

VITETTA Nick (Nicola).

Dearly beloved Poppy to Nicole, Clare and Ben and Bis Nonno to Mila and Mason.

You did not want to leave us.

But you did not go alone.

For part of us went with you, The day God called you home.

Forever in our hearts and memories.

Ciao Poppy. xxx WITHEROW Margaret.

A lovely lady taken too soon.

I will miss all the sewing you did for me.

Lillian Hawkins.

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Life membership honour at Nats conference SOUTH Gippsland awarded life memfeatured promi- berships.

Mrs Bath has been a nently at The Na- member of the Country tionals Centenary Party/The Nationals since Conference in Mel- the 1960s and has filled bourne recently key roles at branch, district state level. with Koonwarra’s and She has manned pollMeree Bath one of ing booths for Country two Gippslanders Party/Nationals candidates

funerals LARKIN - A Funeral Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Mr Frank Larkin will be offered at St Laurence’s Catholic Church, Ogilvy Street, Leongatha on Friday, August 19, 2016 at 11am.

The funeral will leave at the conclusion of Mass for the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery.

VITETTA - A Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Mr Nick (Nicola) Vitetta will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Leongatha on Monday, August 22, 2016 commencing at 11am.

The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery.

If desired, in lieu of flowers donations to the Leongatha Hospital would be appreciated.

Envelopes will be available at the service.

from Sir Herbert Hyland through to current Gippsland South MLA, Danny

O’Brien, missing only one election due to being pregnant at the time.

Mr O’Brien said Mrs Bath was a gem.

“We have been so blessed to have Meree working for us all this time.

She is a loyal stalwart with a wonderful dedication to her community and country people,” he said.

“Meree epitomises the values of our party and has a great sense of justice,

Honoured: from left, The Nationals Eastern Victoria Region MLC Melina Bath with her mother and new life member of The Nationals Meree Bath and Gippsland South MLA, Danny O’Brien.

fairness and duty. She has carried herself with grace and dignity throughout her service to our party, which she shared for many years with her late husband Stan.

“In our centenary year, I can think of few more deserving than Meree to be awarded a prestigious life membership.”

Traralgon’s Lindsay Cameron was also awarded life membership.

Mirboo North businessman Colin Kiel was a guest at the conference, joining a panel of regional businesses and experts to discuss regional development issues and the future of country Victoria.

Kiel Industries moved from the city to Gippsland 20 years ago and has since expanded and grown, creating local jobs and economic activity.

Forum hosts: Colin Kiel, of Kiel Industries with Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien (left) and The Nationals deputy leader, Steph Ryan, who moderated a regional development forum at The Nationals Centenary Conference.

Scallops on the menu FISHERMEN in the Commonwealth managed Bass Strait central zone scallop fishery have had a cracker of a season, with great catch rates and good hauls of high quality scallops.

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Findlay said this is great news for scallop lovers.

“Catches are at the highest level for quite some time,” he said.

Industry agreed last season’s scallops were some of the best they had seen in decades.

Peter Mellios has been processing scallops in Moorabbin, Victoria for 27 years and is over the moon with the condition of scallops being landed this year.

“These are some of the best scallops I’ve seen in about 20 years,” he said.

“We have had some really good product coming out this season and last season. We are starting to show a product just as good, if not better than the imported stuff.”

“There is a lot of imported stuff coming into

the country, so it is good to be able to compete with it and it is good to get a fresh, local product on to the market.”

Mr Mellios said as the product gets better, so does the market.

“The quality has been outstanding which has created a lot of excitement in the market place with increasing interest and demand which is a great boost for the industry,” he said.

Mr Mellios said the Bass Strait is a huge area under three jurisdictions, Tasmanian, Victorian and Commonwealth.

“The AFMA has been listening to the industry a lot more and the industry has justified itself,” he said.

“We are working really well together. The AFMA has worked out

Record year for Phillip Island’s penguins RESEARCHERS at Phillip Island Nature Parks have just announced 2015-2016 was a record-breaking year for the little penguins on Phillip Island, in more ways than one.

The penguins began their egg-laying much earlier than in any previous year, which meant many of the productive pairs actually managed to lay a second clutch of eggs within the one breeding season.

This resulted in an incredible average of 2.25 penguin chicks fledging (leaving the nest) per penguin pair.

“This is a very successful result when you consider that the longterm fledging average is one chick per pair,” said Dr Peter Dann, research manager at Phillip Island Nature Parks.

“Not only did we have the most number of chicks fledge, but they were also the fattest chicks on record, which in the penguin world is definitely an asset.”

Visitors also enjoyed the fruits of all the penguins’ labours, with an average of more than 1100 penguins crossing the beach at the Penguin Parade each night across the 12 month period.

Dr Dann continued: “Seasonal conditions mean numbers do vary each night, but to achieve this average over the full year is, in the words of a former prime minister, a ‘beautiful set of numbers’.”

Many of the colony’s penguins are currently spending their time out at sea, hunting and fishing in the lead-up to the next breeding season.

The penguins in their burrows now are in good body condition, suggesting the fishing is good out at sea.

what our needs are and we understand their requirements. It is working well.”

Mr Mellios said this season, his catch has been focussed on the domestic market.

“We have exported in the past. France was a big customer for the product, I believe one or two of the processors have done business with France again this year,” he said.

“We have concentrated on the domestic market this year. That is our bread and butter, so we have got to look after those customers.”

Dr Findlay said effective management by AFMA and industry meant stocks were in good shape.

“Each season, AFMA closes beds of scallops to allow the population to re-grow. The number and size of the beds closed for fishing are determined by an annual stock survey of the scallops,” he said.

Walkerville foreshore funding LAST week’s article in The Star, ‘Boaters reject parking plan’, contained incorrect information.

The Walkerville Foreshore project would not receive $130,000 from VR Fish. This funding has been provided by the State Government’s boating, safety and facilities program.

VR Fish general manager Dalla D’Silva said the organisation was not responsible for funding boating infrastructure.

The Star was supplied with the wrong information.

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Grand end to the season THE Mirboo North Basketball Club has run out the winner in another season’s end performance where the town’s talent was on display.

Grand Finals were held on Friday, July 29.

Congratulations to all the winners, runners up and award recipients.

It was a very successful family night.

In the 18 and Under Boys, Green defeated Blue 33 – 29.

Scorers for Green were Sam Mc Carthy 16, Lachie Taylor 10, Zane Bartlett 7 and for Blue, Brock Thomson 14, Benny Phillips 11 and Patrick Lewis 4.

The 16 and Under Girls Yellow team defeated Red 59 – 29.

Scorers for Yellow were Jaime Chila 25, Elissa Barry

18, Amy Shervell 12 and Willow Thomson 4 and for Red, Georgia Martin 12, Lucy Edmundson 8, Jaz Woods 7 and Sky Keech 2.

The 13 and Under Boys Red team defeated Black 55 – 13.

Scorers for Red were Matt Cook 26, Angus Kemper 12, Quinn O’Kane 8, Jesse Chila 7 and Harry Reville-Gent 2.

For the Black team Jesse Rawlings 4, Jack Rawlings 4, Thomas Baraske 4, Alex Petty 2 and Nic Cummaudo 1.

In the 11 and Under Girls Pink 14 defeated Orange 8 with the Pink scorers being Amy Dickens 7, Ella Snell 5 and Miki Kunziak 2. Jakobi Eden 4 and Mia Bourke 4 scored the 8 points for Orange.

There were no easy shots in this game; both teams showed great team work and lots of pressure on the ball.

Pink’s first half set it up for the win.

Other award winners on the night were Zoe Couper, Jaymie Poljak, Miki Kunziak and Emily Bessell-Browne.

The Red 10 and Under Boys defeated Green 20 – 19 with the scorers for Red, Jack Jagusch 14, Daniel Powrie 4 and Riley Kunziak 2 and Green Liam Mitchell 13 and Jack Lambert-Hall 6.

This was a great contested game going down to the buzzer, a very intense game with lots of lead changes.

The 10 and Under Boys award winners were Max Vella, Declan Gooda, Riley Kunziak, Lachie Pocklington, Brodie Sarton and Finn Bourke.

A huge thank you to everyone who was involved in the grand finals; those who came to watch, to play, to coach, to score, to umpire, to DJ and to cook for we could not do it without our volunteers. To all our helpers throughout the year, we thank you too, for our

season could not run without your commitment.

Our spring season will kick off soon after a four week break.

At Mirboo North our competition is about playing with and against your mates so

please ask your friends to come and have fun with us at Mirboo North Junior Basketball Association.

We look forward to seeing your sneakers courtside for spring 2016.

Runner-up: Blue, from left, Josh Hillman, Patrick Lewis, Benny Phillips and Brock Thomson. Absent: Tom Joustra.

Winners: Green, from left, Lachie Taylor, Zane Bartlett, Sam Mc Carthy, Jordan Cummuado and Johnny Lidgerwood. Absent: Paul Rajic.

His game: the most valuable player in the 18 and Under Boys grand final was Sam Mc Carthy.

Committed: the most determined award went to Blue team’s Benny Phillips.

Big games: from left, MVP Jaime Chila and most consistent Eryn Elger.

Winners: Red, back from left, Quinn O’Kane, Matt Cook, Angus Kemper and coach Danny Chila.

Front from left, Harry Reville-Gent, Jesse Chila and Wade Thomson. Absent: Logan Anders.

Winners: Yellow, from left, coach Shona Chila, Aimee Williams, Jaime Chila, Willow Thomson, Elissa Barry and Amy Shervell.

Runner-up: Red, from left, Lucy Edmundson, Jaz Woods, Steph Parker, Georgia Martin, Sky Keech and coach Sharon Slann. Absent: Ella O’Kane.

Runner-up: Black, back from left, Matt Fraser, Nic Cummaudo, Jack Rawlings and Thomas Basarke. Front from left, Alex Petty, Jesse Rawlings and Levi Rawlings (mascot). Absent: coach Jordan Cummaudo.

Big games: from left, the grand final MVP Harry Reville-Gent and winner of the achievement award, Jay Con.

Premiers 11 and Under Girls: Pink, back from left, coach Taliesha Snell, Amy Dickins, Ella Snell, Miki Kunziak and Hayley Eden. Front from left, Eliana Carrigy and Tanesha Hunt.

Proud: from left, MVP Ella Snell with the 11 and Under Girls, coach Taliesha Snell.

Above, Runner-up 11 and Under Girls: Orange, back from left, Jakobi Eden, Tyla Peters, Mia Bourke and coach Stacey Briscoe.

Front from left, Holly Briscoe, Dini Francis and Jaymie Poljak.

Runner-up: Green, from left, coach Ed Hall, Declan Gooda, Lachie Poljak, Cruz Lamont, Jack Lambert-Hall and Liam Mitchell.

Right, In hand: the 10 and Under Boys MVP was Jack Jagusch.

Winners: Red, back from left, coaches Meg Harris and Meaghan Stothart, Jack Jagusch, Daniel Powrie and Lachy Davy. Front from left, Riley Kunziak and Jake Stothart.

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SPORT | GOLF Mirboo North THURSDAY results: Competition: Stableford. August 11: Day winner: Simon Duff (8) 36 points. DTLs: Russell Pentland 35, Joe Piper 34 and Connor Williams 33 C/B. NTP fourth: Mal Payne.

Saturday results: Competition: Par.August 13: Day winner: Paul Woodall (9) +2.

Ladies winner: Amy Wilson (45) 35 points. DTLs: Jeff Hughes +1, Peter Whittaker 0, Chris Long 0 and Ray Matthews -1. Second shot NTP first hole: Jeff Hughes. NTP fourth sponsor Gippsland Solar: Garry Shandley.

NTP sixth sponsor First Tee Motel: Doug Taylor. NTP 13th sponsor C and D Earthworks: Stan Evison. NTP 16th sponsor Ken Graeme Motors: Mark Heiberg.

Next Week is Stableford.

Ladies SECRET Nine Sponsored

by Nicole Allen.

Winner nine holes: Sue Traill 20 points.

DTL: nine holes: Freda Nair 16 points, Chris Gunn 14 points.

Winner 18 holes: Wendy Gervasi 33 Points.

NTP: sixth hole Maree Thompson, 13th Mary Smeriglio.

Birdies: 16th hole, Freda Nair.

Leongatha GOOD scores were scarce for the 79 players who contested a Stableford competition on Saturday.

Grant McRitchie took the A Grade honours with 33 points.

B Grade and the Super Comp were won by Nick Lafferty with 34 points and Mick Oliver took out B Grade with 35 points.

NTPs were Josh Hall on the fourth hole, Paul James on the 14th and John McLennan on the 16th.

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DTL balls went down to 29 points on countback and were awarded to Colin Moyle, John McLennan, Ross Paul, Jon Smith, Peter Buttinger, Rod Brown, David Barrack, Ian Murchie, Peter Hartigan, Doug Clemann, Bruce Hutton, Dav Goss, Mark Anderson, Geoff McDonald, Colin Bear, John Eabry, Brock Fennell, Ian Baker and Josh Hall.

In a day of low scores on Tuesday, Jim Arnott had the best score of the day of 37 points to take the B Grade honours.

A Grade was taken out by Ian Baker with 35 points.

NTPs were Peter Walsh on the fourth hole, Russell Williams on the seventh, Bruce Hutton on the 14th and John “Ping” Eabry on the 16th.

DTL balls went down to 32 points on countback and were awarded to Peter Walsh, Rod Brown, Merv Stubbs, Bruce Hutton, Russell Williams, David Forbes, Graham Spruzen, Bill Bittlemann, Colin Bear, Brad Williams and Andrew Smith.

On Thursday, 56 golfers took part in a Par competition in which Doug Clemann had an excellent score of +3 to take the A Grade honours.

B Grade was taken out by Peter Hartigan with +2 and Peter Hobson finished square to win C Grade.

NTPs were Tony Roberts on the fourth hole, Josh Hall on the seventh, Walter Taberner on the 14th and Fred de Bondt on the 16th.

DTL balls were awarded to Daniel Ruffin, Denis Wallace, Bruce Hutton, Nick Lafferty, David Vorwerg, Brian Wall, Steve Fisher, WendyAnne Parker, Josh Hall, Ian Baker, Walter Taberner, Bryan Sword and Bruce Cathie.

Ladies FAY Quilford sponsored both the winners and runners up events last week in

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

the Doris Chambers final.

This was the second attempt to run this foursomes stableford event and conditions remained favourable.

Marea Maher and Marg Berry were the outright winners with 32 points.

This pair will now compete at Gardiner’s Run in October against qualifiers from all Victorian clubs.

Nancy Sperling and Nan Meagher and were the runners up in this event with 29 points.

Down the line balls were won by Loris Clark and Sue Bowler 28 points, Melinda Martin and Pam Christensen 27 and Marg Griffiths and Wendy Parker 26 points.

Maria Bell won the nine

Stableford: from left, Nancy Sperling and Nan Meagher were the runners up while Marg Berry and Marea Maher took out the event.

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THE trophy providers for the fourball were Ray and Simon Sullivan.

WOORAYL Golf Club enjoyed being able to play on Wednesday with no rain.

It was still quite windy and some ladies handled this better than other.

The stableford winner for the day was Jenny Riseley with 32 points on a countback from two others.

DLB was Sharyn Rayson 32 points.

NTP eighth Sharyn Rayson, 11th Chris Perrett and17th Marg Tuckett.

Next week will be another stableford round.

With conditions improving and spring in the air, the club hopes to see a few more players.

The main trophy going to Brian and Tyler Hogan with 46 points from Peter Burgess and John Bolge.

Balls to J. Gill, W. Turner; T. Ryan, D. Symmons; J. Baum, A. Peters and R. Goodwin, G. Calder.

The only nearest the pin went to Tom Ryan on the 8th.

The ball raffle to Jim syndicate.

Don’t forget the meal and raffle night on Thursday. Next week is a stableford with trophies provided by Dale Burge, Ash and Warren Turner and Michael Grist.

THE men’s midweek nine hole competition attracted eight players.

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Ladies THE day was fine, but a chilly wind persisted for the 13 women who played in the Stroke event last Wednesday.

A LITTLE wind during the week has seen the course dry up considerably.

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A Grade: (14 hcp) R. Spokes 36 pts, D. Sorrell 35 countback, M. Wrigley 35, P. Hopkins 33, S. Rose 32.

B Grade: (36 hcp) N. Leppin 31 countback, R. Gallagher 31, M. Deleew 31.

Nearest the pin: 1st D. Sorrell, 7th A. Worthy, 10th N. Leppin, 13th P. Hopkins.

Tuesday’s winner was P. Vanagtmaal 35 pts and Thursday’s winner was R. Lees 34 pts.

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Korumburra THERE were 29 players on Saturday, August 13 for a stableford competition, with trophies supplied by Bob Stiff.

Lee Clements was the winner of Div 1, with 89 (12) 77 and the August Monthly Medallist.

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hole competition with 16 points.

Jill Steer, recently and safely back from a cruise bordering on Turkey, won a ball down the line with 14 points.

Women’s president Pam Christensen welcomed new member Vickie Milner to the club and also extended a welcome to the Meeniyan women who had joined us for the day.

Saturday, August 13: Winner: Linda Shannon (12) 35 points.

Down the line: Marea Maher 29 points, Marilyn Williams and Karen Bear 27 points.

Nearest the Pin: Linda Shannon.

The winner was R. Hender with 17 points. Balls down the line: K. Bayley 13, J. McEachern 13.

The men’s midweek 18 hole competition attracted 16 players and the winner was J. Strong with 35 points.

Balls down the line: I. Baker 32, G. Hewlett 32, R. Francis 29. Nearest the pin 17th I. Cunningham. Eagle 7th D. Crellin.

On Saturday we played a stableford event with a field of 59 players.

A Grade winner was P. Brusamarello 38 points, B Grade J. Jordan 37 points and C Grade P. Foon 36 points.

Balls down the line: T. McFarlane, J. Grenville, G. Linguey, R. Vanagtmaal 35; R. Francis, G. Crawford, L. Strosser 34; A. Wright, D. Williams 33.

Nearest the pin: 2nd no one, 8th L. Strosser, 13th R. Johnson, 17th M. Loughran.

Have a great week and thank you to all those members who attended the meeting last Sunday. I believe it was a worthwhile exercise with the committee answering many relevant questions regarding our club’s future.

Owen Kindellan had an amazing round to win the Monthly Medal with a net 66.

Norm Cooper popped one in the hole from 50 metres on the 10th for an excellent Eagle.

Clark Gray (The Clack Man) brought in a ‘gun’ from the city to help him blitz the 4BBB Par with a plus eight.

Owen and Buzz with + 7 were calling for swabs.

This was the qualifier for the Barry Soderlund Memorial Trophy.

Remember – it’s Tuesday Chinese food night this week.

Golf Results: Tuesday, August 9: Stableford. Winner: N. Cooper 35. NTP: sixth Trevor Jones

Meeniyan THE sun shone and 13 players took to the course for a game of singles stableford.

Welcome to Graeme Terich from northern Victoria who joined the group on the day.

Phil Johnson back from a brief holiday was in great form with 42 points, then teaming up with Craig Buckland on Saturday to take out the 4BBB event with 46 points.

Good to see Craig back at the club this week, along with a few members whose time at football is now over.

Daryle Gregg continues to own the nearest the pin in most comps that he takes part in.

Thursday was chilly and windy; however players tried out the front and back nine to test the conditions.

Many members commented on Saturday how good the

Star golf: Lee Clements was Korumburra’s August Monthly Medal winner.

Close behind Lee was runner up Carie Harding, 100(22)78.

Div 2 winner was Kath Welsh, 113(29)84 and Corrie George was runner up, 116(28)84.

NTP winners were Carie on the fourth and Chris Rickard on the 13th.

BDL went to Joan Peters,

84 net, and Moira Rogers, 87 net.

Raffle winners were Lorraine Knox, (thanks Joan for the sponge), Sharon Adams and Corrie George.

Next Wednesday, is our outing to Melaleuca Links, with many playing golf and others also attending the lunch, so it will be a great get together.

Golfers are to arrive by 9.30am for a 10am start.

Two teams played off in a Colonial Ambrose event on Saturday.

The winners were Sharon Adams (36), Kath Welsh (29) and Lee Clements (12), with 74 points and Betty Thomson was NTP on the first.

Country teams dates are August 21 to 23 and the club wishes the South Gippsland squad in Section 3, which includes Lee Clement, all the best with their matches against the other Country Districts.

Spectators are welcome to go along and support the girls at any or all of the locations.

and17th N. Cooper. DTL: P. Dight 34 and T. Jones 33. Eagle: N. Cooper 10th - 10 balls.

Wednesday, August 10: Canadian. Winner: Val Williams and Val Soderlund 79.5. NTP: sixth Deb Williams and 17th Val Williams.

DTL: Frances McGlead and Beth Curram. Thursday, August 11: Stableford. Winner: Paul Spencer 35 points. DTL: Col Pulham 35 and Clark Gray 34 points.

Friday, August 12: Chook Run. Winner: Kevin Da Silveira 20 points. NTP: 13th John Pruyn and 17th Gary Phelan.

DTL: S. Barnes 16 points and L. McKenzie 15 points.

Saturday, August 13: Barry Soderlund Memorial Trophy (Step 1): G. Clavarino and G. Prue Trophy. Winner: A. Morley and C. Gray +8. NTPs: fourth P. Dight, sixth P. Dight,

13th A. Morley, 15th P. Dight and17th S. Barwick. DTLs: O. Kindellan and B. Knee +7, and N. Cooper and R. Smith +5.

Thanks to Garry and Geoff for donating the trophies.

course was playing, with particular mention to the greens.

With the great weather forecast for next week, all players will soon be back on the back nine again.

Results for the week: Tuesday, August 9, single stableford: Winner: Peter Wilson (23) 43 points. Runner up: Phil Johnston (16), 42 points on a countback from Winston Reilly (30). Nearest the pin: 11th Peter Wilson and 17th Brad Wright. Best nine: Will Bullock (18) 22 points.

Thursday, August 11, single stableford. Winner: Bill Pratt (34) 34 points. Runner up: Bob McGeary (15) 31 points on a countback from Col Stewart (26). Nearest the pin: eighth Daryle Gregg and 14th Bob McGeary. Best nine: Col Stewart (26) 20 points.

Saturday, August 13, 4BBB: Winners: Phil Johnston and Craig Buckland 46 points.

Runners up: Bob McGeary and Peter Wilson 44 points. Nearest the pin: Daryle Gregg. Pro Pin: Phil Hutcheson. Members draw: Alex Caincross, not present so will jackpot to next week.

Sponsor: Bruce Betts - the club wishes to thank Bruce sincerely for his generous sponsorship.

Great week: Norm Cooper had a great Eagle on the 10th last Tuesday.

Here he is on Thursday chipping up to within 500mm of the cup.

Single stableford: Bill Pratt was the champion at the Meeniyan Golf Club last Thursday.

• SOCCER - INVERLOCH SENIORS V MIRBOO NORTH

Inverloch Stars refuse to buckle INVERLOCH Stars were coming off the back of a hard fought draw with The Breakers last week and were glad to have Adam Bell back in the team playing down the left hand side.

The game started at a fast pace with Mirboo’s two strikers looking threatening from the kick off.

The Stars slowly found their groove and began passing the ball about opening up some chances.

Stuart Hutchinson surged forward from midfield playing a fantastic one - two with Price.

The Stars one nil up started to dominate and a strong run from Pat Gilbert forced a penalty that was converted by the captain, Barry Farrell.

The second half saw Mirboo, pushing hard for an equaliser, start with speed and strength that lead to a goal from Rasuli.

It was Bell who stood up for the Stars and it was

his determined run down the left and neat finish with his right foot that gave the Stars some breathing space. It didn’t last long however with Rasuli slotting home another.

The last 10 minutes were fast and furious and the Stars headed home another by Pat Gilbert.

Inverloch 3 defeated Mirboo North 2 Reserves: Another great South Gippsland day provided the background for some suburb soccer from the Inverloch Stars Reserves team.

The players are really gelling as we move in to the business end of the season.

Some great team play and intricate passing lead to Price’s first goal which he tucked past the unfortunate Mirboo keeper.

Some further slick Stars play led to two more chance for Price which he converted with the confidence that has been key to the team’s success this year.

Leading three/nil at half time the Stars were in control and continued to play a strong passing game in the second half.

Arron Fraser has been excellent for the Reserves this year and it was some individual magic from him that lead to the Stars fourth goal.

Picking the ball up on the right he dribbled past two Mirboo defenders and shot in to the top left hand corner of the goal, a sublime finish to cap off a great game.

Joe Licciardi pushed forward to add to his goal tally for the year and Price managed to get on to the end of another fine team move to finish with four goals.

Mirboo worked hard all day and played well but were up against a Stars team that will be hard to beat in the remaining games of the season.

Inverloch 6 defeated Mirboo North 0

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Burning hot Jesse named league’s best and fairest goal kicker

By Brad Lester DON’T be surprised if Jesse Burns becomes another Leongatha export to the Australian Football League in years to come.

The Leongatha Green Under 12s’ rover has just won two major awards for the Central Gippsland Junior Football League: the best and fairest, and the goal kicking, with 25 majors to his name.

“I was pretty happy and excited,” Jesse said.

The rover’s latest trophies will add to the same league awards he won when playing with the Parrots in the Under 10 division.

Jesse’s individual success caps off a brilliant year for the Green team, which progressed

through the 2016 season undefeated.

“I just do what I have to do,” he said.

“I like footy. It’s just sport and it’s good, and I like playing with my teammates. I just follow the ball and seem to get the ball and kick goals.

“I practise my set shots but I’m not the best at them.”

His father, coach Adrian Burns, has passed on his elite playing experience, having played with Australian Football League clubs Essendon from 1989 to 1993 and then St Kilda in 1994, until a knee injury forced him out of professional footy.

“I’m proud of Jesse because he works hard at it. He’s always got a footy or a basketball in his hands,” he said.

Burns likened his son’s playing style to that of Geelong captain Joel Selwood: “He’s hard at it, he reads the play well and he takes a good mark

too.

“He’s a team player. He would not have got these awards unless he was. I’m very proud of how he brings other players into the game. He’s very modest too.”

Mum Kristie deserves to take some of the credit, having played football and basketball with her son to help him refine his skills.

What does the future hold for Jesse?

The Collingwood supporter hopes to emulate his father and play in AFL, with any team in fact.

Reason to smile: Leongatha Green Under 12s rover Jesse Burns has won the best and fairest, and goal kicking trophies for the Central Gippsland Junior Football League.

Running hard

By Stuart Biggins MICHELLE Harris spent six months training for her 40th birthday in May. And she needed to because her 40th birthday was spent running the Great Wall Marathon in China.

The Great Wall Marathon is every bit as challenging as it sounds.

Not only does the run take in villages along the 42 kilometre route, it also incorporates 5100 punishing steps – big ones – on the wall itself and takes place in stifling mid 30s summer heat.

Harris’s first overseas marathon and the one she had been wanting to run for as long she has been running, the Great Wall Marathon is regarded as one of the toughest in the world.

It is one of a circuit of marathons that take in some of the planet’s most extraordinary venues: Bagan Temple in Myanmar, Petra Desert in Jordan, Polar Circle in Greenland (known as ‘the coolest marathon on earth’) and Big Five which exposes runners to five icons of the African savannah – elephant, buffalo, rhino, lion and leopard: no fences, no rivers, nothing at all separates the runners from the African wildlife.

In China, Harris came 48th overall of the 1000 participants.

She was the 11th female and second in her age group finishing in 4.49.50.

Her time was 24.15 behind the Canadian winner, Hannah Hutchinson.

Harris lives in Inverloch and trains with the Earlybirds who set off most mornings of the week at 6am.

She also trains on the rail trail and at Wilsons Promontory.

“I love my running and being outside,” she said.

The next events in her sights are the Melbourne half marathon in October followed by the Two Bay trail run of 56 kilometres from Cape Schanck to Arthurs Seat and back in January.

She is a woman who is passionate about fitness and not just her own.

Harris leads a life which is proactive in the Bend, stretch: Nationals’ Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien took a few hints from Lesporting community and teaches Spin classes in ongatha Gymnastics’ head coach, Miranda Wilson while handing over a good sportsmanship Wonthaggi. sign for the club to use during training and competitions recently.

She has two children. Riley 11 and Chloe 9, who can’t run, “Much to my disgust!” she laughs, but are both good swimmers.

The Harris family moved to Inverloch from Broadford just to Melbourne’s north nine years SOUTH Gippsland Field and Game is Leongatha-Yarragon Road Hallston,” he said. ago.

The sport of simulated field clay target shoot“I wanted my children to grow up in a beauti- holding a Come and Try Day at its Halling requires participants to use a shotgun to shoot ful place,” she said. ston range on Sunday, September 4. at clay targets.

Anyone interested in simulated field clay “The idea is that you walk around in the bush target shooting is welcome on the day; however and the clay targets are thrown out at different children must be over 12 years of age and have angles. The aim to shoot the targets,” Mr Spinks parental permission to participate. said.

Secretary of the club Jim Spinks said the day Interested people can just turn up on the day, will give visitors an opportunity to let the expe- undergo the induction and get started on the sport, rienced team from South Gippsland Field and there is no cost involved.

Game show them a fun and sociable sport.

Mr Spinks said there will be membership “All equipment and safety instruction will be forms available on the day, for anyone who would provided on the day, which will be held at 940 like to join the club.

Give clay targets a shot

Have a shot: a South Gippsland Field and Game member instructs a 2015 Come and Try Day participant at the Hallston shooting Sharp: Inverloch’s Michelle Harris at the finishing line of the punishing Great Wall Mara- ground. The next Come and Try Day will be held on Sunday, September 4. thon in northern China. She placed 11th in her age group Women 40 - 44.

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•INVERLOCH BOWLS

Sun shines for Inverloch triples W E D N E S D AY ’ S Social Bowls brought 28 players out to play two 12 end games in teams of threes and fours.

Only one team won both games, with three teams on one win and a draw.

The winners with 36 points were Bryan Hensley (skip), Linda Gallyot, Reg Parton and Gail Applin.

Runners-up with 28 points were Joy Brown (skip), Jill Bateman, John Moore and Chris Gillman on a count back from Malcolm Marshall’s team of Harry Dunn and Kathy Heaphy.

Tomorrow, Wednesday, August 17 the social bowls event will be played in the ‘Scroungers’ format which is proving popular at Inverloch.

Only 32 players can be accommodated on the green so prospective players are advised to check availability before Wednesday if they have not already signed on to compete.

Our largest gathering of bowlers for the season played in spring like conditions on Sunday.

We had 42 bowlers

competing in three bowl triples.

This format seemed to bring out the best as there were four teams that won both games.

Honourable mentions go to two teams: with 31 points, Pam Sutcliffe, Sarina and Joe, visitors from Mt Waverley; and on 33 points, the team of Brian Growse, John Sutcliffe and Alan Bolding.

Runners up, also with 33 points but 10 shots up, were the team skipped by Norm Hughes, Gail Burge and Rex Thorn.

Congratulations to our winners on 36 points: Alan Johnstone, Gary Scott and John Thornton.

Raffles were won by

WEDNESDAY, August 10 saw eight players on a cold, wet night to bowl which saw two teams of four.

We played two games of 10 ends with eight bowls.In second (LL), skipper Toni Heldens, Andrew Hanks, Joyce Occhipinti and Ian Rodgers; first (WWW), skipper Charlie Tumino, Joe Occhipinti, Mary Tumino and Rod and Peter sharing a spot bowling alternate ends. The best first game was Charlie 10-7 and second Charlie 12-5.

There is no bowls on Wednesday, August 17 as Friday, August 19 is the Peter MacCallum Cancer night, 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall. Names in no later than Thursday night, August 18 by ringing Toni on 5663 6224 please.

Leongatha squash

With both players having extended leave it has allowed them time on court to get back in the groove.

Darren has a good eye and keeps his opponents off balance hitting tight reverse boasts and deep cross court drives but Vic started to peg back the deficit chasing hard and winning with great drop shots and levelling at two games all.

After wearing each other down it came down to grit and determination rather than skill and fitness but the result was a cracker with Vic taking the match 10-9 in the fifth, Vic 3 games 33, Darren 2 games 35.

light lunch will be provided.

Construction work has commenced on the surrounds for the new synthetic green with concreting completed.

The synthetic green is anticipated to be ready early November depending on weather conditions for installation.

Friday will be our Members’ Draw.

The amount has jackpotted over the last few weeks and all social, casual and affiliated members are eligible to win provided they are present on the night their membership number is drawn.

Outright win: winners of the Sunday Triples at Inverloch were John Thornton, Alan Johnstone and Gary Scott.

Buffalo indoor Bowls

MONDAY night saw a great clash between Darren Chadwick and Vic Petropoulos in a tight five setter with Darren starting strongly to win the first two games.

Richard Huntriss, Ivy Sheppard, Rob Dowling, Neil Everitt, Carol Waters, Kathy Heaphy, Jan Fraser and Carol Hughes.

Lorraine Dowson has just been appointed to officiate at the prestigious Australian Indoor Championship event to be held this year at Tweed Heads.

Lorraine recently umpired at the Australian Open finals.

The Indoors Championships will be telecast live on Fox Sports Channel between August 22 and August 25 All those interested in playing Tuesday Pennant are requested to attend a get together on Tuesday, August 30 at 11am when

Although that match had the losing player winning more points, the match of Travis Strybosch and George Occhipinti took it to the next level.

After George won the first game Trav struck back with a 10-8 game then took the third 9-3.

George used his trademark speed and unpredictable play to pinch the fourth 10-8 which left Trav bemused, but his determination and hard hitting had George scrambling but managing to stay in touch, Trav being so close but unable to take the win in another five set match.

The score showed how close these two were with MOTW George 3 games 39 to a stiff Trav 2 games 39 in an entertaining match.

Anyone wishing to play at Poowong or Leongatha can call the club on 0418 998 222 or 0409 613 664.

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Happy to win: Wednesday Social Bowls winners at Inverloch were Gail Applin, Reg Parton, Linda Gallyot and Bryan Hensley. The unfortunately named ‘scroungers’ format is proving popular on Wednesdays.

Blooming spring: Norm Hughes skipped the team of Gail Burge and Rex Thorn to a close second placing at Sunday Triples at Inverloch when the sunshine brought a large gathering to the greens at Inverloch.

• WONTHAGGI TABLE TENNIS

Competition off to a flying start SIX teams competed in the first match in A Grade for the season.

For the first time there were two teams of brother and sister (Jack and Poppy Duff and Jett and Billie Orpin.

There is a shortage of girls state wide in the sport of table tennis and it is good to see girls amongst the young players coming along.

The percentage of ladies playing the game has increased across A Reserve also, which is encouraging.

The first A Reserve matches for the season were very competitive with three 5-4 results.

In A Grade the match between Maxima (Case deBondt, Ashley Hewlett) and Mustangs (Justin Licis, Archie Paxton) came to an exciting 3-2 conclusion.

Top veteran player Case won the deciding set against previously undefeated Justin in a thrilling seven gamer.

The Access for All Abilities Program and social table tennis

South Gippsland Bridge Club FRIDAY, August 12 Pairs North/South: First, with the very strong score of 56.25 percent, was the consistent and talented father and son team of Philip and Neville Chapman.

Second, with 53.75 was the improving duo of Maureen Stiles and Viv Westaway while third, with a solid 51.67 were Anne Williams and John Farr.

East/West First, with 56.79 percent and the score of the day, were Colin Cameron and Ineke De Graafe, and second with 55.36 was the capable team of John Sullivan and Alan Johnston.

These two have rated several mentions on the scoreboard this week.

Third with a very well earned 52.50 was the rising pair of Audrey Oakley and Ivy Ruby.

Tarwin Lower Pairs, Tuesday August 9.

First with the score of the week at 65.74 was the skilled pair of Alan Johnston and John Sullivan.

Second, with a blistering score of 59.72, was Dawn Jolly and Ruth Stevenson.

Third, and becoming regulars in the placements, were Viv Westaway and Maureen Stiles with a solid 56.48.

Fourth, with a very well earned 51.39 was the team of Ian and Julie Macphee.

Meeniyan Pairs, Monday August 8.

First were Susan Ruffin and Jack Kuiper with the superb score of 60.12 - well ahead of their rivals.

Second, with a cracking score of 56.55 was the very sound and consistent family team of Sally and Brian Hoskins and 3rd with an excellent score of 55.95 percent were the improving team of Anne Williams and Rachel Brown.

The club will hold its Annual Bridge Congress at the Dakers Centre in Leongatha on November 5 and 6.

All players are welcome.

See the website for further information on playing times, finding a partner and coming along to enjoy the game.

on Thursdays are both bursting at the seams and everyone has a lot of fun. Phone Nancy on 5674 4628 for more information.

Ladders A Grade Audi................................ 16 15 (69) GTS ................................ 12 12 (52) Maxima.............................8 11 (62) Mustangs ......................... 8 10 (56)

T Model Ford ................... 8 9 (44) Zephyr............................... 8 9 (44) Shelby Cobra (bye) .......... 0 8 (41) Bruce Harmer remains undefeated.

A Reserve Jetty Jumpers ................. 4 5 (20) Better than the Best ....... 4 5 (20) DMack ............................. 4 5 (18) Incredibles ....................... 0 4 (17) Ponged .............................. 0 4 (15) The Best............................ 0 0 (13)

Speedie 3.0 ....................... 4 13 (47) Undefeated: Brad Scott, Archie Paxton, Daniel Chetland.

B Grade The Machines ................. 4 4 (8) The Ones.......................... 4 3 (7) Indestructable................. 4 3 (6) Butterfly........................... 0 2 (6) Fury................................... 0 2 (4) Porsche ............................. 0 1 (5) Undefeated: Jett Orpin, Jack Duff, Malachy O’Flynn.

• LEONGATHA BADMINTON

Jim back in fine form AFTER a fantastic overseas holiday to Africa, a refreshed Jim Newton has come back to badminton in excellent touch.

Jim again won his two sets, narrowly losing the third, to give his team the Bombers another win and secure their position at the top of the premiership ladder.

Their gallant opponents the Eagles pushed the Bombers all the way, with Shaun Helms in excellent form leading up to the finals and young Brae Byrnes showing huge improvement.

The Eagles could be the dark horse in the finals race if all their players gel at the right time, and many astute judges believe the premiership could be theirs.

The Saints welcomed back past player Karsten Krohn and he tried to lift the Saints, but to no avail.

The consistency of their opponents the Hawks is quite amazing, they have Gary McGrath, Arthur Grabham and Ian Cole all producing

the goods when needed and new player Ken Griffiths is showing plenty of talent for the season ahead.

The final match for analysis saw the battle of the two cellar dwellers the Kangaroos and Magpies have found the going tough this season.

It was the always talkative Alan McEachern who steered his beloved Magpies to a memorable 12 point win.

Simon Perks greatly assisted Alan and he seems to have worked out the final details of playing quality badminton by again winning his singles.

For the hapless Kangaroos Greg Marshman again won his three sets from a very competitive Nigel Grimes but Greg’s efforts were not enough to lift the Kangaroos.

We only have two weeks to go before finals commence, and our presentation night is on September 10 at the Leongatha RSL for a delicious dinner and festivities to follow.

Results Magpies 4/116 d Kangaroos 4/104, Hawks 6/120 d Saints 2/98,

Bombers 4/128 d Eagles 4/115, Tigers - bye.

Ladder Bombers ..................................86 Hawks ......................................77 Saints .......................................61 Eagles ......................................58 Tigers .......................................49 Magpies ....................................48 Kangaroos ................................39

Korumburra volleyball Round 5 A Grade: Giants defeated Champions (2:0) 26:24, 25:22, 6:8; Bugs defeated Nads (3:0) 25:10, 25:11, 25:5; and Golliwogs defeated Saints (3:0) 25:14, 25:12, 25:19.

B Grade: Falcons deefeated Hulls Angels (3:1) 25:12, 17:25, 25:16, 18:11; HELP defeated Knights (3:0) 25:8, 25:2, 25:9; Panthers defeated Orsum (3:0) 25:18, 25:15, 25:19; and Gems defeated Albatross (3:0) 25:12, 25:5, 25:20.

Juniors Round 4 Black defeated Red 28:26, 17:18; and White defeated Blue 25:19, 24:14.

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Girls star on the footy field

By Tayla Kershaw THE popularity of girls’ footy has well and truly taken off, and girls interested in the sport are encouraged to get involved.

To help get local girls thinking about the game, Inverloch Primary School’s Lewis Rankin organised a super footy clinic in conjunction with AFL Gippsland last Thursday.

Around 220 Grade 5 and 6 girls from Wonthaggi, Cowes, Newhaven, Korumburra, Mirboo North, Bass Valley and Inverloch Primary Schools and Newhaven College were keen to get out on the ground at the Inverloch Recreation Reserve and practice their football skills.

“Girls’ footy teams are starting to generate in Melbourne and interstate and there’s certainly a move toward girls’ footy with professional teams beginning to arise. It’s time to start getting more girls excited about football,” Mr Rankin said.

“The girls were given the opportunity to try out everything they see male footballers doing on the television. This will give the girls another opportunity to play sport in their community, especially if they aren’t interested in the traditional female sports like netball. It’s about options to keep everyone healthy.”

Players from the Dalyston Youth Girls football team mentored the junior players on the day, as well as field experts from AFL Gippsland.

South Gippsland and Bass Coast currently have four girls’ footy teams – Phillip Island, Dalyston, Poowong-Loch and Leongatha.

Mr Rankin said he hoped to see more girls’ footy teams forming in the future.

“There’s plenty of interest. Girls are starting to see it’s not a hard sport and it’s something they can be a part of. It’s fun and great for a bit of exercise,” he said.

Team effort: from left, Amikah, Jazmine, Darcie and Montanah from Ko- Fast feet: from left, Inverloch Primary School’s Lucy, Scout, Kyla, Asha and rumburra and Mirboo North primary schools worked through the training Chloe captured the most footys during one of the fun activities at the girls’ activities at the girls’ super footy clinic in Inverloch last Thursday. super clinic last week.

Role models: Wonthaggi Primary School students (from left) Cloe, Lola and Emily learnt new skills from Dalyston Youth Girls footy players (from left) Mollie Bloch, Ally Kershaw and Sinead Griffin at the girls’ Footy fans: from left, Emily, Khiana and Frankie from Wonthaggi Primary super footy clinic on Thursday at the Inverloch Recreation Reserve.

School were keen for a run on the footy field in Inverloch last Thursday.

Improved facilities for netballers RECENTLY Stony Creek Football Netball Club applied for a community grant and was successful, receiving $5000 to go towards the construction of new coaches boxes for the netball club.

Pre-season, the Stony Creek committee raised the funds to add a brand new netball court and seating. Now thanks to the South Gippsland Shire Council the club was able to complete the area with new coaches’ boxes.

Club president Steven Martin said his

main focus as president was to improve junior numbers as the constant decline of children playing sport is a worry for all clubs.

“I am a big believer on spending money in the right places to improve infrastructure, facilities being the number one priority to make our club a great, safe place for children to enjoy their sport,” Mr Martin said.

“As the season comes to a close I would like to thank Greg Burge for running the bus out to Stony Creek each week as I know this has had a huge impact on helping towards fielding all junior sides.”

Mums on board: from left, Tarwin C Grade netballers Amanda Cann, Tamara Hill, Suze Pedley, Marianne Bloye, Laura McRae, Riss Falls, Kate Turner, Freya Carbone, Bec Cardy, Georgia Flippi, Michelle Burrgraaff and Lana Victor are fortunate to have their own loyal cheer squad with five of their daughters playing for the club’s Under 13s.

Netball is a family affair FIVE mothers and their daughters played for the Tarwin Football Netball Club in C Grade and the Under 13s in the elimination final at Tarwin on Saturday.

Welcome addition: Stony Creek FNC president Steve Martin with Foster and Stony Creek Under 17’s/ C Grade netballers using new the coaches’ boxes.

Although both teams lost, this amazing occurrence highlighted the strong family culture present at the Tarwin netball club.

C Grade coach, Amanda Cann’s daughter Tayla played for the Under 13s.

Amanda said the club really en-

couraged both mothers and daughters to come along, train, play and have fun together.

She said, “This year Kate Turner, Suze Pedley, Tamara Hills and Marianne Tieman and myself all played C Grade with our daughters playing in the Under 13 final.

“Our daughter’s Molly, Mikayla, Ada and Heidi play and get along so well together, as do all the mums!

“It was a great atmosphere as we would all arrive to watch the girls play in the Under 13s and hang out together.”

Mrs Cann said it was great to

have the girls watch and learn from them play – including their mistakes – and to have a cheer squad every week.

“It’s a real family affair at Tarwin and we are so lucky to have such great people involved” Amazingly, the Under 13s’ coach Glenda Robb’s granddaughter, Zalia, also plays in the team.

The Tarwin Football Netball Club is looking for more netballers for the 2017 season. If you are interested in playing please contact Brianna on 0409559930.

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Alberton netball Elimination finals Saturday, August 13

A Grade: InverlochKongwak 53 d Foster 35.

B Grade: InverlochKongwak 50 d Phillip Island 23.

C Grade: MDU 46 d Tarwin 27.

17 & Under: Inver-

loch-Kongwak 35 d MDU 13.

15 & Under: Korumburra-Bena 38 d Fish Creek 14.

13 & Under: Korumburra-Bena 21 d Tarwin 6.

Sunday, August 14

A Grade: Phillip Island 46 d Toora 36.

B Grade: Toora 64 d MDU 34.

C Grade: Toora 30 lt Inverloch-Kongwak 39.

17 & Under: Phillip Island 29 lt Fish Creek 32.

15 & Under: Phillip Island 41 d Toora 19.

13 & Under: Foster 11 lt Phillip Island 14.

On the ball: from left, Inverloch Kongwak defenders Kelsey Buxton and Linsey Boddy deflect an oncoming ball from entering Foster’s goal circle in the A Grade elimination final at Tarwin on Saturday.

Parrots netball A Grade Leongatha 32 lt Moe 50 Auction player: Kelly Gannon. Awards: Rusty Windmill - Kelly Gannon, RSL - Nicola Marriott.

Wow, what a game. So many questions but that’s the way it goes. A very physical game with unnecessary contact on every pass.

We still have a chance with next week’s game. Come on girls, let’s get a round 17 upset. Go Parrots.

B Grade Leongatha 54 d Moe 48 Auction player: Maddie Kerr. Awards: Evans Petroleum - Georgia Riseley, Rusty Windmill - Maddie Kerr.

It was a close game with some great goaling and plays down the court. Defensive pressure all down the court was our strength.

Let’s keep going girls and bring it home strong for the finals.

C Grade Leongatha 38 d Moe 27 Auction player: Kathy Reid.

Awards: Rusty Windmill - Ashlee Van Rooy, Baker’s Delight Kath Reid.

Fantastic team game with four excellent quarters. Keep up the intensity.

Congrats to Ash for her 150th game, you played awesome.

Under 17 Leongatha 30 lt Moe 52 Awards: Bairs Hotel Taylah Brown, Baker’s Delight - Ashlie Giliam.

A good game girls, started off strong. We kept pushing and didn’t give up.

Rest up girls ready for the coming games.

LDNA netball Semi final results Saturday, August 13

Advantage: with Phillip Island goal attack Taylah Turner out of play, Toora’s goal keeper Hannah Weston takes the opportunity to send the ball towards her scoring end.

Mirboo North results Round 17 results Mirboo North v Boolarra A Grade: Mirboo North 57 d Boolarra 34.

Best: Jess Le Page, Karli Densley.

An awesome effort by everyone. It was great to see you all working so well as a team - keep it up.

B Grade: Mirboo North 52 d Boolarra 30.

Best: Lexie Andrews, Stacey Harriage.

Great effort once again girls. Pressure on our opposition for the whole game saw us finish string. Thanks to

Lexie for filling in and to Kiara as our emergency.

C Grade: Mirboo North 28 d Boolarra 23.

Best: Lexie Andrews, Kiara Gervasi.

Great effort today to come away with the win against a tough opposition.

D Grade: Mirboo North 32 d Boolarra 31.

Best: Laurie Beir, Emily Robertson.

A great team effort. It was a close match, but you all fought hard to come home with the win.

17 & Under: Mirboo

North 35 d Boolarra 32.

Best: Charlie Chila, Lucy Palmer.

It was an mazing game girls After a shaky start, the whole team lifted and deservedly you were rewarded with a win. Well done.

15 & Under: Mirboo North 37 d Boolarra 8.

Best: Mia Renouf, Lucy Edmonson.

Fantastic to see everything we work on at training coming out on the court. A lot of new combinations worked really well. Top effort for a convincing win.

The 11 & Under sections participated in a round robin event this week for their final round of competition followed by a sausage sizzle and the presentation of certificates.

13 & Under: St Laurence Maroon 15 d Town Black 6, Mirboo North Gold 23 d Meeniyan & District 13.

15 & Under: Mirboo North 27 d St Laurence Maroon 22, St Laurence Blue 29 d Meeniyan & District 27.

17 & Under / C Grade: Town Black 57 d Town Tangerine 28, St Laurence 32 d Mt Eccles Navy 30 Open: Town Tangerine 47 d Town Black 32, MDU Demons 32 d St Laurence Gold 28.

Preliminary finals matches for Saturday, August 20 11am: 13 & Under - Court 5, Meeniyan & District v St Laurence Maroon.

12 noon: 15 & Under Court 5, Meeniyan & District v Mirboo North.

1pm: 17/C Grade - Court 4, Mt Eccles Navy v Town Black.

Open - Court 5, St Laurence Gold v Town Tangerine.

Under 15 Leongatha 39 lt Moe 40 Awards: A.W. Smiths - Keely Price, Baker’s Delight - Charli Fixter.

Girls did amazingly, were ahead all game then only lost by one which is better than losing by 17 like last time. They were tall, but we were fantastic.

Let’s go girls.

Under 13 Leongatha 37 d Moe 18 Awards: A.W. Smith Phoebe Davidson, Baker’s Delight - Mia Deenen.

You all played a great game and ended with an awesome win coming to the end of the season and hopefully have more wins.

Go Parrots.

Round 12 v Maffra played at Traralgon on Sunday A Grade Leongatha 71 lt Maffra 27 Auction player: Kate McCarthy. Awards: Rusty Windmill - Kate McCarthy, Evans Petroleum - Shannon Danckert.

Super proud of you girls.The supposed game we weren’t to play with only 14 hours notice to our netball president at midnight we were told we must field a team.

To our players’ credit they made themselves available and Maffra grabbed players that they could get and we played the game that should have been played four weeks ago.

B Grade Leongatha 44 d Maffra 38 Auction player: Kate Rankin. Awards: RSL Abby Dowd, Rusty Windmill - Beth Dunne.

A tough game but a great win in the end. All girls dug deep and fought hard when it counted to come back.

Great nine goal turnaround in the last quarter.

C Grade Leongatha 38 d Maffra

Quick hands: Parrots wing attack, Shannon Danckert is looking for a forward target even before she lands.

32 Auction player: Kathy Reid. Awards: Serafino’s Lucy Vernon, Rusty Windmill - Kristy O’Loughlin.

What a fantastic game, we fought hard for every loose ball and backed everyone up down the court.

Keep working hard girls, we can do this.

Under 17 Leongatha 34 d Maffra 33 Awards: SportsFirst Nikya Wright, Baker’s Delight - Keely Price.

An awesome win by the girls, team was held up by the 15s. Amazing effort chicks.

Under 15 Leongatha 33 lt Maffra 52 Awards: Bairs Hotel - Zali Rogers, Baker’s Delight - Luca Riseley.

It was a very tough game against the top team but we put up a confident fight all game. Great to know we outscored them in the second half. Well done girls, great effort. Go Parrots.

Under 13 Awards: SportsFirst Belle Grabham, Baker’s Delight - Milla Fixter.

Well done girls, we played a ripper of a half.

Walk away with your heads held high. Go Parrots.

Gippsland netball Results - Round 16 A Grade: Maffra 35 lt Traralgon 69, Bairnsdale 42 lt Morwell 59, Leongatha 32 lt Moe 50, Drouin 52 d Wonthaggi Power 41, Sale 49 d Warragul 24.

B Grade: Bairnsdale 43 lt Morwell 60, Leongatha 54 d Moe 48, Maffra 37 d Traralgon 36, Drouin 47 d Wonthaggi Power 40, Sale 29 lt Warragul 39.

C Grade: Bairnsdale 24 lt Morwell 27, Leongatha 38 d Moe 27, Maffra 42 lt Traralgon 49, Drouin 30 lt Wonthaggi Power 51, Sale 39 d Warragul 21.

Under 17: Bairnsdale 36 lt Morwell 42, Leongatha 30 lt Moe 52, Maffra 29 lt Traralgon 37, Drouin 36 d Wonthaggi Power 27, Sale 47 d Warragul 12.

Under 15: Bairnsdale 43 d Morwell 29, Leongatha 39 lt Moe 40, Maffra 54 d Traralgon 27, Drouin 25 lt Wonthaggi Power 60, Sale 52 d Warragul 19.

Under 13: Bairnsdale 36 d Morwell 10, Leongatha 37 d Moe 18, Maffra 28 lt Traralgon 30, Drouin 21 lt Wonthaggi power 29, Sale 55 d Warragul 11.

Ladders A Grade Drouin ........................153.89 Traralgon ...................143.93 Moe .............................135.77 Morwell ......................135.45 Leongatha .................. 115.41 Wonthaggi Power ..........98.24 Sale................................74.64 Bairnsdale .....................71.54 Maffra............................70.59 Warragul ........................48.48 B Grade Traralgon ...................141.35 Morwell ...................... 113.52 Maffra ........................ 117.92 Leongatha ..................128.96 Moe .............................102.08 Drouin ...........................97.83 Bairnsdale .....................92.71 Wonthaggi Power ..........88.18 Sale................................75.36 Warragul ........................66.43 C Grade Traralgon ...................130.53 Wonthaggi Power ......139.00 Sale .............................127.27 Maffra ........................125.10 Moe .............................123.64 Leongatha.................... 118.70

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Morwell .........................91.21 Drouin ........................... 73.11 Bairnsdale .....................55.09 Warragul ........................52.51 Under 17 Moe .............................164.58 Sale .............................174.94 Drouin ........................143.12 Traralgon ................... 117.53 Wonthaggi Power ......100.39 Maffra............................86.61 Leongatha......................69.85 Bairnsdale .....................80.04 Morwell .........................66.13 Warragul ........................57.37 Under 15 Maffra ........................179.65 Wonthaggi Power ......144.54 Moe .............................132.44 Traralgon ...................109.40 Sale ............................. 111.09 Bairnsdale ................... 116.57 Morwell .........................88.95 Leongatha......................86.60 Drouin ........................... 58.11 Warragul ........................38.10 Under 13 Sale .............................259.31 Bairnsdale ..................135.98 Maffra ........................121.32 Leongatha ..................124.02 Moe .............................124.01 Wonthaggi Power ..........94.03 Drouin ...........................91.45 Traralgon .......................74.68 Morwell .........................43.09 Warragul ........................39.06

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Power up: Leigh Stott leads Brad Bouquet, David Wereszczuk (Caulfield-Carnegie) and Oliver McLean at the start of the climb up the ‘gorge’ out of Glen Forbes on Sunday.

Winners’ group: from left, second place Rod Cheyne, first Leigh Stott, third Dane Herbert and winner of the B Grade event, Josh Wereszczuk from Caulfield-Carnegie.

• Leongatha Cycling

Tough course tests cyclists CLUB racing was held last Sunday with racing starting and finishing at the Woolamai Race Track entry.

The course involved a run around the Bass Flats, through Glen Forbes, out to the Bass Highway before a return run to Glen Forbes and then up through the gorge road toward Dalyston before another right turn into Mill Road for the run back to the race track.

It is a tough course and luckily for the riders, conditions were good but with a north wind increasing throughout the morning.

This season there has been a number of Sunday morning race days scheduled as it was hoped this time slot may attract more starters but it does not seem to have helped.

The A Grade field had 10 starters with Austin Timmins alone on scratch chasing two riders on four minutes, two on six minutes, a lone rider on eight minutes, two riders on 10 minutes with further lone riders at 18 minute and 22 minutes.

By the time the field returned to the climb at Glen Forbes it was Dane Herbert (18 minutes) in front with Rod Cheyne (11) moving away from his co-marker.

Meanwhile behind, the backmarkers had closed in and Leigh Stott (6) and Oliver McLean (4) were starting to move away from the others.

The scratch rider had also closed in.

The long descent from the top of the climb back to Mill Road was a problem for Oliver as he is on restricted Junior gears and could not get the speed needed.

Back up the four climbs along Mill Road and it was Leigh Stott who rounded up the leaders just before the top of the climbs and who was then able to solo in for the win.

Next in was Rod Cheyne followed by Dane Herbert.

Alex Welsh was fourth, Austin Timmins fifth and fastest (1.8.55), Oliver Mclean sixth, Kevin Feely seventh, Brad Bouquet eighth, Damian King ninth and visiting Carnegie/Caulfield rider David Wereszczuk was 10th.

The B Grade field raced out to the highway and back and had to negotiate a small climb at Glen Forbes in the otherwise flat course.

Thomas Fitzgerald had the visiting rider, Josh Wereszczuk, riding off scratch with him as they chased 2.30 minutes to Kaleb Jans and six min-

utes to Harry Herbert.

The extra rider on scratch meant they moved through the field and had the leaders caught by the turn.

At the finish Josh was too quick for Thomas in the sprint and took first and fastest time in 43.54.

Next in was Kaleb in third and Harry in fourth.

Next week the racing will be on Saturday with the start at Dumbalk.

There is a club meeting on Tuesday night with the club needing to decide whether to run the Junior Road Weekend again next year and also whether to run the Individual Time Trial Series weekend again.

Members are invited to attend the Leongatha RSL rooms at 7.30pm to contribute to the discussion.

• Baseball

Miners show great spirit WITH the disappointing turnout from Miners’ team members this week due to several injuries from A Grade players and lack of commitment from B Grade players, the Miners scrambled to field a team.

Bart Riyter, Jordy Knox, Jordan Gardner and Annie Carter from B Grade, as well as two parents of our U13s (Tim McGrath and Wayne Prosser) stepping up to get an A Grade match happening, winning was always going to be a big ask.

With determination and great club spirit the Miners set their bats at getting to it and the team had a surprisingly good day with great plays from both new players.

Wayne Prosser took on the role of third baseman and tagged a flying Sale Ranger.

He also pushed them between second and third bases via stealing attempts.

Tim McGrath also pulled out some great stops at first base taking catch after catch.

Catch of the day belonged to club vice president and pitcher Tim Katz who took the heat out of Sale with a blistering catch, rolling off the mound to take a great hit straight from the batter.

Although the Miners managed to load the bases a couple

of times it was left to Bart Riyter and Jordan Gardner sliding home to score both runs for the day.

The Sale Rangers also lacked numbers this week and had some B Grade players fill in resulting in the game being played with great spirit and also good sportsmanship from both sides.

Allowances were made to accommodate the female players with metal bats allowed and only one body blow due to wild pitching was sustained by regular A Grade player Shane Osborne.

It was a game that would definitely be classed by both teams as a fun and friendly match.

Sale Rangers 18 defeated South Gippsland Miners 2 B Grade South Gippsland Miners B Grade had to forfeit this week, due to lack of players.

U13 Sale Rangers pushed the South Gippsland Miners on Sunday but in the end the Miners out lasted Rangers to win a close game seven to four.

The Miners jumped out to an early lead with a four run first innings with hits by Oscar Davis, Cam Prosser, Mitch McGrath and Ethan Davis.

In the second innings Sale looked to close the Miners down and keep them scoreless until an error in the field turned

a sure out into a homerun for Callum Buckland.

Two more runs took South Gippsland to 7-0 going into the third innings.

After keeping Sale off the bases with six strike outs from seven batters in the first two innings, Mitch McGrath handed the pitching responsibilities over to Cam Prosser.

Cam kept the Rangers from scoring in the third innings with some excellent defence from shortstop, Ethan Davis.

With a couple of doubles from Sale in the fourth, the Rangers started to make their comeback.

Assie Bauer pitched a great game keeping the Rangers in it until the end.

Run home: Callum Buckland cruises over home base all smiles after his homerun hit.

The Miners now 13 and 0 look to finish up the home and away season in a few weeks by

clinching a berth in the Latrobe Valley Baseball League Grand Final.

A Grade: Bart Riyter digs deep to hit a winner for the Miners.

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• AFNL 2nd Elimination Final

Foster structure a win AFTER last week’s one point victory over the more favoured Inverloch Kongwak, the inner sanctum at Foster was quietly confident going into Saturday’s game against Stony Creek.

The ground was in great condition after the fine conditions of late but a strong wind blew more or less directly across the ground.

Blowing from a north westerly direction it was the sheltered side of the

SENIORS

Foster 13.10.88 Stony Creek 7.7.49 Foster Goals: B. Bowden 3, J. Hanlon 3, L. Mann 2, M. Cooke 2, M. Clark 1, N. Connellan 1, B. Rooney 1 Stony Creek Goals: K. Baskaya 4, J. Byrnes 1, D. Zuidema 1, J. Schelling 1 Foster Best: B. Bowden, M. Clark, J. Hanlon, X. Duursma, T. Van Dyke, R. Moor Stony Creek Best: J. Schelling, K. Baskaya, A. Logan, C. Stone, J. Cann, C. Mackie RESERVES

M.D.U. 11.10.76 Allies 4.9.33 M.D.U. Goals: T. Wightman 2, Y. Zorzos 2, N. Hillam 2, J. Peach 1, D. Campbell 1, T. Trotman 1, H. Sinclair 1, P. Harris 1 Allies Goals: K. Hanning 1, S. Bishop 1, D. McKean 1, L. Sketcher 1 M.D.U. Best: C. Ricardo, J. Bolge, B. Densley, P. Harris, D. Campbell, R. Livingstone Allies Best: D. McKean, L. Anedda,

ground which was more favourable for scoring and both teams recognised this and took advantage of it.

Kicking for goal showed particlularly well honed skills on the part of both teams given the wind.

Greater inaccuracy that occurred would have been well excused.

It was a soid first quarter which set Foster up for the win.

Brent Bowden was strong at half forward and used the wind well to steer his goals through.

In the second quarter he dobbed the ball in

J. Becker, M. Watson, L. Sketcher, H. Hoppner THIRDS

Fish Creek 8.9.57 Korumburra-Bena 6.6.42 Fish Creek Goals: O. Straw 2, B. Mitchell 2, J. Stefani 1, J. Standfield 1, S. McGannon 1, J. Macri 1 Korumburra-Bena Goals: H. Suckling 3, K. Cosson 2, J. Harris 1 Fish Creek Best: T. Price, D. Ryan, R. Pridham, B. Mitchell, J. Standfield, J. Macri Korumburra-Bena Best: R. Dixon, J. Celebrine, A. Walker, J. Harris, T. Halliday, M. Snooks FOURTHS

Inverloch-Kongwak 4.5.29 Korumburra-Bena 2.6.18 Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: C. McInnes 3, J. Pryor 1 Korumburra-Bena Goals: J. Beckwith 1, K. Lia 1 Inverloch-Kongwak Best: R. Sparkes, J. Pryor, J. Bates, C. McLean, K. Benson, M. Toussaint Korumburra-Bena Best: L. Fievez, J. Hill, T. Newton, C. Miller, T. Whiteside

from a long way out and it looked to float through the air on the wind.

With that kind of air flow and the ground underfoot nice and dry, conditions for marking were ideal.

It was superior team work which separated Foster from Stony Creek.

The Lions put in an impressive performance and it was K. Baskaya who was the main goal kicker of the match, but the Tigers had the edge.

The Tigers have some impressive youngsters too in Xavier Dursmaa and Troy Van Dyke, doing very well for themselves on the ground.

Joel Hanlon kicked three goals in his first game back after four weeks out with an injured finger.

Matt Clark in the midfield was another standout player of the match for Foster but no player had more impact on the game than the Tiger full back Rhett Moor who is your good old fashioned full back, good on the spoil with those mighty targeted punch aways.

It will be a thrilling match this Saturday as we see two of the great Alberton teams, Fish Creek and Dalyston, going head to head in the second semi final.

Reserves

MDU v DWWWW MDU scored a convincing win over Allies to make it through to a semi final against Phillip Island on Saturday at Stony Creek.

The Demons set up their win in the second quarter with four unanswered goals.

Craig Ricardo was named best on the ground, while for DWWWW, David McKean earned a gong.

Thirds

Fish Creek v Korumburra Bena IN beautiful sunshine, but strong gusting winds, Fish Creek took on Korumbur-

ra-Bena.

The first quarter was tough and hard.

Fish Creek worked well as a team and contested hard for the ball.

Sam McGannon applied a text book tackle and kicked the Kangaroo’s first goal of the quarter.

The Giants responded with a quick goal out of the centre.

Fish Creek had another couple of opportunities in front of goal but could not convert.

Sam McGannon laid another strong tackle which resulted in a goal to Jai Stefani and gave Kangaroos an eight points quarter time lead.

Fish Creek started the second quarter with Owen Straw and Jasper Macri getting plenty of the ball and great team work saw Josh Standfield goal. Fishy was controlling most of the play, Fish Creek wasn’t able to show it on the scoreboard.

Korumburra-Bena was quick off the mark in the third quarter with a goal.

A tight quarter saw Giants up by five points at the last break.

Korumburra-Bena began the final quarter in full control of the play, kicked two goals and looked confident.

But Fish Creek was not to be denied and showed just how well it could play.

Brady Mitchell took two perfect marks which resulted in two goals.

From there it was all Fish Creek with a goal to Jasper Macri and two to Owen Straw. Fish Creek won the match 57 to 42.

Below, Team work: Fish Creek Thirds player Sam McGannon gathers while teammate Jasper Macri prevents his Korumburra-Bena opponent from having a say.

Tiger up: conditions on Saturday couldn’t have been better for spectacular marking contestant like this with Dylan Zuidema the Lion under some pressure. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning @ fourcornersframing.biz

Tiger down: Lion Tim Lonsdale brings down Rick Saunders in this contest. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning @ fourcornersframing.biz

FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON 2nd Semi Final Saturday, August 20 Fish Creek v Dalyston at Cowes Rec Res 1st Semi Final Sunday, August 21 Foster v Inverloch-Kongwak at Stony Creek Racecourse

MID GIPPSLAND Round 18: August 20 Newborough v Yarragon Yinnar v Mirboo North Boolarra v Trafalgar Thorpdale v Hill End Yall-Yall Nth v Morwell East

GIPPSLAND Round 17: August 20 Morwell v Leongatha Traralgon v Warragul Maffra v Wonthaggi Drouin v Sale Moe v Bairnsdale

ELLINBANK Round 19: August 20 Koo Wee Rup v Longwarry Buln Buln v Catani Nar Nar Goon v Lang Lang Cora Lynn v Ellinbank Garfield v Neerim South Nyora v Poowong Nilma Darnum v Bunyip Dusties - bye

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Red card throws the game INVERLOCH Konwak is in the hunt for finals success after beating Kilcunda Bass by a huge margin.

The cause for Kilcunda Bass’ big loss of this game may be debated for some time but the game changed following an incident close to the half time siren.

Up until this time the game had been close; very little separated InverlochKongwak from KilcundaBass.

IK won the toss and any advantage there might have been kicking to the coastal end of the ground wasn’t that significant.

Kilcunda Bass stayed with IK. In the second quarter it was vice versa and it was a 10 point ball game at the half time siren.

Right on the half time siren, however, an incident happened which forefeited the home side’s right to claim the game.

Panthers ruckman Ben Law was provoked by Sea Eagle Corey Casey and used his fists in a shocking display of violence which saw him red carded.

Following the half time break, the Panthers weren’t just one man down they were down their ruckman.

Ben Law is a player of some experience and a man in his thirties.

Casey is a 19 year old and with a lot to learn.

Following this incident IK responded by adding five goals three behinds to Kilcunda Bass’s one behind.

Kilcunda-Bass did not recover.

After half time they added two goals two while IK added 10 goals nine. to loss of this game will be debate.

Going into the game IK was coming off two defeats.

SENIORS

Inverloch-Kongwak 13.17.95 Kilcunda-Bass 4.7.31 Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: T. Mahoney 2, T. Wyatt 2, C. Casey 2, D. Reid 2, B. Hender 2, A. Cross 1, C. O’Reilly 1, A. Soumilas 1 Kilcunda-Bass Goals: K. Bergles 2, B. Sibosado 1, C. Endres 1 Inverloch-Kongwak Best: A. Cross, B. Hender, C. O’Reilly, L. Rankin, D. Clark, C. Casey Kilcunda-Bass Best: D. Wells, M. Wright, R. Fitzgerald, J. Burgess, C. Endres, J. Wilson RESERVES

The previous week it had fought a hard battle against Foster going down by one point.

That was a match hardening game for sure and while the players would no doubt have liked a week off to freshen up, they bounced back this week.

Ben Soumilas kept the game plan the same.

The game’s half time margin should have been greater as IK had a lot of the ball but was unable to convert.

Those 20 minutes with only 17 Killy Bass players combating 18 IK warriors were telling.

In the final quarter Killy Bass appeared to have run right out of gas.

IK had multiple goal kickers: T. Mahoney, T. Wyatt, C. Casey, D. Reid and B. Hender all kicked two.

IK kept its forward fresh by moving them around.

A. Cross and C. O Reilly were onball powerhouses both named among the best and B. Hender’s job in the ruck became easier for obvious reasons once his direct opponent was banned from the ground.

Inverloch is keen to go as far as possible in its final year with the Alberton FN league.

It is keen to vindicate the AFL Gippsland Commission’s decision to include it in the West Gippsland League.

Next week is a rematch with the Tigers at the Stony Creek Racecourse oval.

Close to the heart of Alberton and one of the teams that could very well end up the 2016 premier.

the season.

Given the strength of the wind it was a match that many argued would be decided by the toss of a coin.

It was Fish Creek that benefited and kicked with the breeze.

The Kangaroos opened up their account with a four goal to one opening quarter.

The Bulldogs bit back in the second term, retrieving the margin and even creating a buffer of their own.

The match was in the balance at the main break, and both sides showed their tenacity in the third term, cracking in and winning an even amount of hard ball.

Phillip Island kicked the first two goals of the third term against the breeze, threatening to shake its opponents.

Fish Creek fought back, evening out the term and then booting ahead and leaving an 11 point buffer at the final change.

It was one of the best final quarters fans could have asked for with the Bulldogs levelling the scores early on and then the Kangaroos fighting hard to win it back.

The Kangaroos kicked the last four behinds of the game to bring it within one point, but the siren sounded too early on their comeback and the Bulldogs held on.

The Bulldogs will move on to see MDU next week whilst the Kangaroos will spend six months wondering what might have been with a few luckier bounces.

Thirds: Dalyston versus Kilcunda Bass Kilcunda Bass was far too good for Dalyston.

In something of a surprise result given the size the winning margin, the Panthers took the Magpies down by 42 points.

Riley Cousins kicked three for the Panthers while Samuel Watson was named their best player.

It was a six goal four behind to no score final quarter which sealed the big win for Kilcunda Bass.

Left, Drive: Kilcunda Bass’ Mitchell Whitham skilfully moves the ball out of Inverloch Kongwak’s forward line.

A cracker game: Fish Creek Reserves ruckman Ryan Nicoll wins this throw in to the advantage of his awaiting teammates.

Reserves: Phillip Island versus Fish Creek PHILLIP Island prevailed over Fish Creek in what could very well be considered the match of

P. Mueller, L. Park, K. Byers, T. Goss THIRDS

Kilcunda-Bass 9.8.62 Dalyston 3.2.20 Kilcunda-Bass Goals: R. Cousins 3, R. Scapin 2, B. Pipicelli 1, N. Bradley 1, J. Bastwrous 1, B. Aldwell 1 Dalyston Goals: A. Busana 2, B. Monson 1 Kilcunda-Bass Best: S. Watson, J. Bastwrous, R. Cousins, A. Brown, L. Adams, B. Pipicelli Dalyston Best: J. Legione, E. Milkins, C. Magro, L. Legione, K. Wilson, T. Robinson FOURTHS

Phillip Island 9.9.63 Fish Creek 9.8.62

Kilcunda-Bass 4.4.28 Dalyston 2.5.17

Phillip Island Goals: B. Van Brummelen 2, H. Shawcross 2, M. Wright 2, C. McPhillips 1, A. Rodgers 1, J. Conder 1 Fish Creek Goals: L. Park 2, J. Staley 2, A. Bright 2, L. Eade 1, D. Britton 1, B. Graham 1 Phillip Island Best: B. Hamilton, A. Redmond, J. Hamilton, J. Conder, A. Cook, C. McPhillips Fish Creek Best: B. Graham, A. Ireland,

Kilcunda-Bass Goals: J. Rosenow 1, A. Honeysett 1, D. Blackney 1, B. Aldwell 1 Dalyston Goals: J. Thomas 1, K. Wright 1 Kilcunda-Bass Best: J. Rosenow, N. Bradley, L. Alford, J. Bastwrous, W. Lindsay, F. Homer Dalyston Best: D. Gardiner, D. Loughridge, J. Loughridge, W. Forsyth, B. Monson, J. Barry

Reach: from left, Inverloch’s Brad Hender and Kilcunda Bass’ Ben Law go head to head during a throw in. Law was Kilcunda Bass’ powerhouse before he was red carded towards the end of the second quarter.

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• Boolarra v Mirboo North

Hard fought victory fits the bill MIRBOO North celebrated dual premiership star Josh Taylor’s 150th Senior game when it retained the George Lewis Memorial Shield by 17 points against Boolarra, at Boolarra on Saturday.

Boolarra, looking for its fifth win of the season, was desperate to impress its supporters after consecutive drubbings by 79, 79 and 61 points by Newborough, Yallourn Yallourn North and Yinnar.

High flying youngster, Riley Oddy, booted five goals for the winners, the second of which followed a spectacular ‘ride ‘em cowboy’ overhead pack mark,

in the opening term.

Mirboo North’s giant ruckman, Isaac Abas, who had a keen battle with Matthew Windsor at the stoppages, set up numerous attack sorties for his teammates, with timely taps and powerful punches to advantage.

The mighty Tigers took an 18 point lead into the first change after gaining the ascendency through Tristan Salerno, Damien Turner, Hudson Kerr, Dom Pinneri and Josh Taylors’ pace, purpose and functionality.

Salerno also took a soaring contested mark that had the crowd buzzing with excitement.

Whereas Mirboo North sped down the oval in stylish coordinated gaits, sometimes their opponents resembled maladroit trotters

Mid Gippsland League SENIORS LADDER Newborough ......... 270.81 Mirboo North ........ 205.67 Yall-Yall North....... 236.23 Yinnar ................... 163.02 Morwell East......... 102.73 Thorpdale ................ 81.36 Yarragon .................. 65.32 Boolarra ................... 71.40 Trafalgar ................... 37.01 Hill End .................... 39.06

64 56 52 48 38 26 22 16 10 8

RESERVES LADDER Newborough ......... 474.29 Yall-Yall North....... 364.80 Yinnar ................... 343.87 Mirboo North ........ 190.56 Yarragon ................. 69.95 Trafalgar ................... 68.98 Thorpdale ................ 53.69 Morwell East ............ 39.44 Boolarra ................... 32.56 Hill End .................... 23.23

60 60 60 48 30 24 24 18 12 4

THIRDS LADDER

In his stride: Josh Taylor in action in his 150th game for the Mirboo North. He was carried shoulder high from the ground by his team mates triumphant after a toughening, hard fought win thought to be just what the Tigers needed after a series of too easy wins. breaking into a gallop.

However, after solid defensive work from Daniel Wilson, Matt Buglisi, Scott Cooper and James Holmes, Boolarra’s competitive juices began to flow freely and positivity levels increased.

Quick second term goals by bulky strongman, Wellesley Jenkins, Troy Tobin and Matt Coutts, saw the Demons prodding their forks and ready to go on with the business.

With the boil over of the season brewing, Mirboo North steadied when goals from James Allen, Oddy and Mitchell Wightman allowed it to lead by 19 points at half time.

Boolarra had plenty of the play in its forward half during the third quarter, but a vital opportunity was lost when Matt Sheridan went

Golden hopes for Leongatha

Advantage: Isaac Abas was a key play maker in setting up the Tigers’ win against the embattled Boolarra on Saturday.

SENIORS Mirboo North 10.9.69 Boolarra 7.10.52 Mirboo North goals: R. Oddy 5, D. Pinneri 1, C. Le Page 1, M. Wightman 1, S. Peters 1, J. Allan 1.

Boolarra goals: M. Coutts 3, T. Tobin 2, W. Jenkins 1, S. Cooper 1.

Mirboo North best: T. Salerno, R. Oddy, Z. Kilgower, D. Pinneri, J. Taylor, M. Wightman.

Boolarra best: M. Sheridan, M. Windsor, C. Blackberry, D. Wilson, L. Conway, D. Brick.

RESERVES Mirboo North 15.20.110 Boolarra 1.4.10 Mirboo North goals: M. Stewart 3, M. Green 3, B. Stoertebecker 2, T. Alexander 1, Z. Porter 1, J. Porter 1, S. Rogers 1, A. Miller 1, M. Richardson 1, T. Holland 1.

Boolarra goals: Z. Bell 1.

Mirboo North best: Z. Porter, S. Pratt, J. Garde, J. Alexander, D. Lockie, B. Linforth.

Boolarra best: K. Alexander, S. Buglisi, T. Holley, G. Smith, C. Sherriff, M. Jenkins.

THIRDS Mirboo North 22.19.151 Boolarra 2.3.15 Mirboo North goals: B. Thomson 5, C. Rudling 3, K. Abas 3, J. Hohmann 3, K. Wilson 2, L. Swallow 2, T. Joustra 1, J. Mason 1, R. Kratzat 1, E. Parker 1.

Boolarra goals: R. Garcia 1, S. Birkbeck 1.

Mirboo North best: J. Hohmann, D. Allen, C. Rudling, L. Swallow, J. Mason, B. Thomson.

Boolarra best: M. Devonshire, A. Devonshire, T. Birkbeck, J. Pickett, S. Birkbeck.

LEONGATHA’S Under 10 Green team play Hill End in the first week of the semi finals at Newborough on Sunday, while the Under 12 semi final will feature Leongatha Green versus Leongatha Gold.

Leongatha’s Under 14 Green team was rubbed out

by Mirboo North 11.14.80 to three behinds leaving the Under 14 Gold team to carry the baton and its Under 12 team through to the semi finals which will be played at Newborough on Saturday.

Leongatha Gold won its way through to the next level by accounting for Yinnar by 27 points.

wide from close range after receiving a free kick.

“You’d never see Bert Bright, Maurie Briscoe or Bernie Mercer miss one of those,” remarked an oldtime spectator.

Windsor remained prominent, Craig Blackberry was a thorn in the Tigers’ side, Daniel Brick laid strong tackles and Luke Conway never gave up trying to advance the Demons’ cause.

A goal to Oddy was soon answered when Jenkins passed to Coutts, before Cameron Le Page put through Mirboo North’s ninth major, shortly before three quarter time.

Boolarra knew only a herculean last quarter effort would haul in the Tigers’ 25 point lead.

The Demons’ loyal fans

wondered if their cattle had run out of feed, or could they rally?

A promising Mirboo North build up by Zac Kilgower, Shane Peters and Jacob Blair was thwarted, as Boolarra threw every gram of energy it had into the mix.

Then the Demons stopped another push forward involving Jeremy Salinger, Luke Palmer and Turner, dead in its tracks.

There was high drama when Coutts brilliantly negotiated Boolarra’s sixth goal by holding the footy inside the goal and left behind post line, with an outstretched hand.

A second major resulted when Tobin goaled from the 10 metre square after a frustrated Mirboo North defender was penalised for

Draw for semi finals Finals - Week 3 SUNDAY 21st August 2016 Newborough Games U10 - Hill End & Grove Rovers V Leongatha Green 9.45am U12 - Leongatha Green V Leongatha Gold 10.45am U14 - Leongatha Gold V Morwell Navy 12.00 Noon

Trafalgar Games U10 - Yinnar V Mirboo North 10.45am U12 - Hill End & Grove Rovers V Trafalgar 11.45am U14 - Trafalgar V Mirboo North 1.00pm

SEMI FINALS UNDER 10 Mirboo North 2.2.14 Morwell Royal 2.1.13

UNDER 14 Leongatha Gold 8.9.57 Yinnar 5.2.32

Mirboo North goals: M. Woodall 2.

Best: J. Chila, M. Woodall, N. Giardina, I. Hose, L. Mitchell, A. Woodall.

Morwell Royal goals: N. Tobin 1, D. Tobin 1.

Best: R. O’Neill, J. Bloomfield, C. Auteri, C. Allan, L. Reynolds, D. Tobin.

Leongatha Gold goals: R. Patterson 2, J. Wrigley 2, R. Drysdale 1, H. Kewming 1, F. Materia 1, C. James 1.

Best: K. Eyers, R. Patterson, J. Dennison, D. Sturtevant, H. Kewming, R. Giliam.

Yinnar goals: H. Dwyer 4, S. Walsh 1.

Best: C. Bell, N. Hall, T. Waack, H. Dwyer, J. McFarlane, T. Renwick.

UNDER 12 Leongatha Gold 6.3.39 Newborough Blues 0.1.1

Mirboo North 11.14.80 Leongatha Green 0.3.3

Leongatha Gold goals: B. Peace 2, N. Beavis 2, W. Croatto 1, R. Reardon 1.

Best: M. Harry, P. Winmar, J. McRae, J. Matheson, T. Burt, Z. Dodge.

Newborough Blues best: N. Wheildon, T. Wolf, J. Rogers, O. Rock, D. Sawyer, J. Van Den Dolder.

Mirboo North goals: J. Carnes 3, T. Eden 2, M. Porykali 2, L. Smith 2, J. Bessell-Browne 1, J. Cummaudo 1.

Best: I. Linn, J. Carnes, L. Smith, M. Porykali, J. Bessell-Browne, T. Eden.

Leongatha green best: N. Hanily, N. Clark, R. Kemp, L. Hickey, S. Cross, R. Weaver.

boundary umpire abuse over Coutts’ conversion.

Suddenly, the Demons were 11 points behind and in a position to win the game.

Pinneri dashed Boolarra’s hopes when he cleverly snapped the Tigers’ 10th goal off the pack in the closing minutes.

The Demons’ concluding forward flurry was negated by Dwayne Gunn who marked safely, played on and booted the ball towards the members’ wing.

From Mirboo North’s standpoint, a tigerish victory was achieved from a tough scrap it needed, following some recent easy wins.

Josh Taylor was duly carried shoulder high from the field and coach, Clancy Bennett, was as happy as Larry, with his team’s hard fought victory against an arch rival and respected opponent.

Reserves After a solid six goal opening quarter, the mighty Tigers were well on their way to a thumping 100 point win over Boolarra.

The Demons battled hard and did their best to be productive, but four scoring attempts only brought behinds in the first half.

Other worries for Boolarra were being blinded by a lack of peripheral vision, plus flawed attempts to combine desire with correct decision making processes.

Zac Porter, Sam Pratt and Jake Garde were all in tip-top form for the Tigers and helped contribute to the Demons’ imperfect disposal destinations.

Although Mirboo North kicked plenty of majors, it also developed the goal kicking wobbles and finished with 20 minor scores for the match.

Sometimes, finding the 6.4 metre opening between the big white sticks is so very hard to do.

Mirboo North ........ 383.98 Yinnar ................... 262.65 Newborough ......... 210.02 Hill End ................. 148.52 Yall-Yall North....... 103.05 Thorpdale ................ 83.45 Trafalgar ................... 62.64 Morwell East ............ 36.73 Boolarra .................. 18.05

64 60 48 48 32 32 32 16 8

FOURTHS LADDER Newborough ......... 211.99 Trafalgar ............... 139.82 Mirboo North ........ 116.59 Yinnar ..................... 79.10 Yall-Yall North......... 36.09

84 64 61 38 0

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Morwell East 15.15.105 d Yarragon 13.4.82 Yinnar 14.19.103 d Hill End 9.6.60 Newborough 26.13.169 d Trafalgar 5.3.33 Yall-Yall Nth 12.20.92 d Thorpdale 5.8.38 RESERVES Morwell East 6.2.38 d Yarragon 4.14.38 Yinnar 19.16.130 d Hill End 1.4.10 Newborough 16.8.104 d Trafalgar 2.1.13 Yall-Yall Nth 10.16.76 d Thorpdale 2.7.19 THIRDS Yinnar 9.9.63 d Hill end 9.7.61 Newborough 12.11.83 d Trafalgar 2.3.15 Thorpdale 11.4.70 d Yall-Yall Nth 7.11.53 FOURTHS Yinnar 12.15.87 d Yall-Yall Nth 0.2.2 Newborough 5.11.41 d Trafalgar 5.6.36

Mirboo North sharpshooters, Mitchell Stewart and Michael Green, with three goals apiece, brought up their 42nd and 35th goals respectively for the season.

Other worthy contributors for the Tigers were Jed Alexander, Damien Lockie and Beau Linforth.

Boolarra’s only goal for the afternoon came from Zachery Bell in the third quarter.

Thirds Mirboo North thrashed Boolarra in a comprehensive 136 point victory that saw the mighty Tigers keep the Demons scoreless in three of the four quarters.

Mirboo North faces second placed Yinnar this Saturday but whatever the result, the Tigers will remain on top of the ladder.

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FOOTBALL | SPORT

thestar.com.au • Leongatha v Moe

Leongatha run away with a win ROUND 16 SENIORS LADDER W L D

%

Pts

Leongatha ..15 0 1 318.51 62 Maffra.......11 4 1 142.49 46 Traralgon ...11 5 0 139.63 44 Drouin ....... 8 7 1 86.73 34 Won Power .. 7 9 0 90.59 28 Warragul .......7 9 0 87.08 28 90.86 24 Sale .............. 6 10 0 Moe...............5 11 0 81.86 20 Morwell .........4 11 1 67.24 18 Bairnsdale .....4 12 0 55.09 16 GOALKICKERS C. Dunne (Leongatha) ......... (2) 62 A. Hillberg (Leongatha) ....... (4) 44 L. Stockdale (Traralgon) ...... (6) 42 M. Bennett (Maffra)............. (4) 38 B. Fowler (Warragul) ........... (3) 37 B. Hughes (Drouin) ............. (4) 36 Z. Vernon (Leongatha) ........ (0) 34 J. Gooch (Sale) ................... (2) 34 T. Harley (Won Pwr) ............ (2) 32 A. Cook (Won Pwr) ............. (4) 31

DESPITE a 106 point loss, Moe gave Leongatha a run for its money on the weekend.

Leongatha started the match like a house on fire and put eight goals up on the scoreboard in the first quarter.

Tom Marriott was a stand out for the Parrots, and worked extremely hard in the middle.

Ben Willis was also a dominating presence in the ruck.

However, the second quarter saw Leongatha

ease up and only manage one more goal before the half time break.

Moe adjusted to the play in the second term and found its rhythm.

The team handled the ball well and started to take advantage of Leongatha’s overuse of the handball, cutting off the Parrots’ attacking players.

A few turnovers allowed Moe to kick three goals and bring the margin back to just over 40 points.

A push from the coach caused Leongatha to warm back up and bring its A

RESERVES LADDER W L D

%

Leongatha ..13 0 1 443.22 Maffra.......10 3 1 265.57 Traralgon .... 9 5 0 174.59 Won Power .. 9 6 0 143.55 Drouin ....... 8 6 0 101.03 Moe...............6 9 0 82.18 Morwell .........3 11 0 55.01 Warragul .......3 11 0 34.44 Sale ...............2 12 0 27.60 Bairnsdale .....0 0 0 0.00 GOALKICKERS

Pts

54 42 36 36 32 24 12 12 8 0

J. Pellicano (Leongatha) ..... (1) 37 C. Johnston (Leongatha)..... (2) 25 P. Yates (Moe) ..................... (0) 22 T. Mustoe (Traralgon) .......... (0) 20 N. Quenault (Traralgon)....... (0) 18 A. Burgiel (Maffra) .............. (0) 17 R. Loprese (Traralgon) ........ (1) 16 D. Seri (Drouin)................... (4) 16 J. Somers (Warragul)......... (6) 15 J. Ginnane (Leongatha) ....... (0) 15 A. Gould (Moe) ................... (0) 15

The best: Ben Willis shows great height for a big man in this contest against his smaller Moe opponent.

Lochie DuMont and Luke Bowman wait for the crumbs. More photos at www.mdphotos.net

UNDER 18 LADDER W L D

Bairnsdale..14 1 Traralgon ...13 1 Moe .........10 4 Maffra........ 8 6 Leongatha ... 7 6 Sale ...............4 10 Morwell .........3 10 Drouin ...........2 11 Warragul .......1 13 Won Power ...0 3

0 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 0

%

332.07 345.04 247.74 158.53 174.02 45.01 32.04 34.70 24.31 0.00

Pts

56 52 40 34 30 16 14 10 4 0

GOALKICKERS L. Di Ciero (Traralgon)......... (0) 44 A. McLaren (Bairnsdale) ..... (7) 36 L. Farrell (Moe) ................... (0) 30 N. Pruscino (Bairnsdale) ..... (6) 30 B. Bosman (Moe) ................ (0) 26 B. Bassett (Bairnsdale) ........ (5) 25 A. McKenzie (Maffra) .......... (0) 22 J. Reeves (Maffra)............... (1) 22 R. Livingstone (Traralgon) .. (1) 22 L. Carman (Maffra) ............. (1) 20

UNDER 16 LADDER W L D

Moe .........14 2 Leongatha ..13 2 Traralgon ...13 3 Bairnsdale..11 4 Sale .......... 9 7 Warragul .......5 10 Maffra ...........5 10 Drouin ...........5 11 Morwell .........1 15 Won Power ...1 13

0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0

%

Pts

509.67 333.16 457.26 189.08 135.94 64.53 61.21 66.11 12.56 12.31

56 54 52 48 36 24 22 20 4 4

GOALKICKERS J. Van Iwaarden (Trar)......... (4) 60 R. Baldi (Moe) ..................... (1) 40 B. White (Traralgon) ............ (4) 32 H. Neocleous (Traralgon) .... (1) 31 J. Wykes (Bairnsdale) ......... (6) 30 J. Ziino (Sale) ...................... (3) 29 C. Mein (Bairnsdale) ........... (4) 26 O. Henry (Maffra) ................ (0) 26 B. Cheetham (Traralgon) ..... (6) 24 J. Hastings (Leongatha) ...... (0) 21

Too strong: Chris Verboom had a strong influence, as he usually does, in Saturday’s match which saw the Parrots record a resounding win over Moe.

game to the ground.

While it was an arm wrestle early in the third quarter, Leongatha picked it up and ran away with a 70 point lead before the siren.

The last quarter was much the same with Leongatha dominating once again. The final scores saw Leongatha sitting on 138 to Moe’s 32.

The highlight of the match was an incredible goal from Aaron Hillberg, who booted it in from the boundary toward the end of the match.

Although, Leongatha’s game was inconsistent and the players were pushed by the Moe side, Leongatha can now work on settling

its positions coming into finals.

Just two matches remain in this year’s home and away season, and while Leongatha is sitting comfortably at the top the ladder, the finals season promises to be interesting with Maffra and Traralgon looking like strong finals contenders.

Leongatha will face Morwell and Drouin in the next two weeks. While Morwell has been struggling, Drouin has been delivering excellent performances and will bring an extremely physical game to Leongatha’s home turf in the final round, which will set the standard for finals.

SENIORS Leongatha 20.18.138 Moe 4.8.32

UNDER 18 Moe 7.12.54 Leongatha 5.9.39

Leongatha goals: A. Hillberg 4, C. Verboon 2, B. Davidson 2, S. Hawking 2, C. Maskell 2, P. McGrath 2, C. Dunne 2, J. Hopkins 1, L. Bowman 1, J. Ginnane 1, R. Kelly 1.

Moe goals: P. Ainsworth 1, K. Butler 1, M. Engley 1, S. Cougle 1.

Leongatha best: T. Marriott, C. Maskell, S. Westaway, S. Hawking, A. Hillberg, J. Tomada.

Moe best: J. Blaser, B. Collings, T. Biffin, J. Wood, J. Bragagnolo, C. Taylor.

Moe goals: N. Lee 2, J. Massese 2, J. Wilson 1, J. Simpson 1, A. Young 1.

Leongatha goals: S. Forrester 1, J. Patullo 1, T. Sauvarin 1, N. Battersby 1, J. Patullo 1.

Moe best: N. Lee, S. Van Dyk, H. Sim, C. Staff, A. Skinner, J. Lissa.

Leongatha best: J. Van der Kolk, K. Patterson, S. Forrester, W. Graeme, N. Battersby, T. Brew.

RESERVES Leongatha 12.14.86 Moe 3.3.21 Leongatha goals: B. Fitzgerald 3, C. Johnston 2, O. Kerr 1, J. Pellicano 1, K. Patterson 1, B. Moscript 1, J. Harry 1, T. Olden 1, L. Wright 1.

Moe goals: L. Mackay 1, L. Durkin 1, D. Abbott 1.

Leongatha best: J. Harry, B. Fitzgerald, C. Salmon, N. Moore, F. Kelly, B. Moscript.

Moe best: M. Hibbs, W. Dow, D. Farmer, A. Difresco, S. Spiteri, M. Camilleri.

UNDER 16 Leongatha 8.15.63 Moe 5.9.39 Leongatha goals: D. Garnham 3, K. Reid 2, B. Motton 1, B. Perry 1, T. Hanegraaf 1.

Moe goals: H. Pepper 1, W. Anderson 1, R. Baldi 1, R. Henkel 1, T. Baldi 1.

Leongatha best: B. Motton, B. Patterson, B. Perry, T. Vanderkolk, L. Scott, D. Garnham.

Moe best: J. Galea, H. Pepper, R. Henkel, B. Smith, B. Julin, B. Maslen.

• Drouin v Wonthaggi

Power fizzle against Drouin OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Traralgon 15.12.102 d Maffra 14.10.94 Morwell 9.9.63 d Bairnsdale 9.6.60 Sale 14.10.94 d Warragul 10.11.71 RESERVES Maffra 10.6.66 d Traralgon 2.12.24 Warragul 11.9.75 d Sale 2.14.26 UNDER 18 Traralgon 10.10.70 d Maffra 3.3.21 Sale 8.10.58 d Warragul 3.9.27 Bairnsdale 24.21.165 d Morwell 4.2.26 UNDER 16 Traralgon 16.15.111 d Maffra 2.3.15 Sale 10.14.74 d Warragul 4.1.25 Bairnsdale 24.19.163 d Morwell 0.0.0

ALTHOUGH Wonthaggi Power began the match with control of the game, Drouin bounced back to spoil its opponent’s win.

Power played an outstanding first half and dominated the scoreboard.

Troy Harley kicked the first goal of the match, which was followed by another three before Drouin could make its mark.

Quick movements up and down the field and some accurate kicking placed Wonthaggi well in front by the end of the first quarter, with more than 20 points over Drouin.

Power continued to outplay the opposition into the

second quarter.

Adam Cook starred in the forward line and kicked four goals for the game.

Ben Eddy and Mark McCall dominated in the back line and put the pressure on Drouin’s goal kickers. In the middle, Aiden Lindsay and Joel Liddle worked well as they moved the ball down the field.

By the end of the second quarter, Power was still 20 points clear.

However, the half time break was enough to allow Drouin to recuperate, which left Power fighting for its lead.

Everything began to work well for Drouin and within eight minutes it had hit the lead. Drouin’s ruckman was also a force to be reckoned with, as he con-

trolled the play.

Drouin’s newfound accuracy threw of its opponents, and Power struggled to keep its grip on the game.

The third quarter siren had Power supporters on the edge of their seats as their team clung to the lead by three points.

Drouin brought it home strong and finished the last quarter with skill. Power relinquished its lead and Drouin enjoyed a 17 point win.

The final scoreboard read Drouin 90 to Power’s 73.

With two matches left in the home and away season, Power will be taking on Maffra and Bairnsdale.

While one win may give fifth placed Power a spot in

the finals, two will secure a position.

Power defeated both teams during the home and away season, but will need to dig deep beat an im-

SENIORS Drouin 13.12.90 Wonthaggi Power 10.13.73 Drouin goals: B. Hughes 4, J. Kingi 3, T. Beck 2, J. Seri 1, B. Virgona 1, D. Nicholls 1, D. Irwin 1.

Wonthaggi Power goals: A. Cook 4, T. Harley 2, C. Gilmour 1, J. Blair 1, J. Liddle 1, P. Young 1.

Drouin best: R. McCallum, J. McKellar, B. Fraser, J. Kingi, T. Beck, L. Duffy.

Wonthaggi Power best: B. Eddy, A. Lindsay, A. Cook, M. McCall, J. Liddle, J. Miles.

RESERVES Drouin 8.5.53 Wonthaggi Power 4.6.30 Drouin goals: D. Seri 4, J. Fairlie 1, L. Ferguson 1, K. Harper 1, M. Goodwin 1.

Wonthaggi Power goals: T. Wells 3,

proved Maffra.

It is now back to training for another week to work on hitting targets and maintaining four quarters of intensity.

L. Jones 1.

Drouin best: D. Healy, B. Miller, N. Burr, D. Seri, C. Jolly, J. Fairlie.

Wonthaggi Power best: L. Jones, N. Tucker, A. Pugh, N. Jones, R. Lindsay, T. Wells.

UNDER 16 Drouin 20.9.129 Wonthaggi Power 1.4.10 Drouin goals: J. Hallyburton 3, K. Rose 2, J. Lewis 2, S. O’Callaghan 2, L. Taylor 2, L. Edwards-Hayes 2, R. Taylor 2, N. Jarred 2, L. Gleeson 1, D. Durham 1, A. Warner 11.

Wonthaggi Power goals: T. Murray 1.

Drouin best: J. Hallyburton, R. Taylor, S. O’Callaghan, J. Lewis, C. Wans, L. Taylor.

Wonthaggi Power best: K. Brann, J. Kilgour, D. Orchard, J. Schulz, F. Anderson, S. Sharples.

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