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Published Tuesdays and Fridays PRICE (inc. G.S.T.) $2 PP331336/0000 1 Friday, April 23, 2021 For the Shire of Buloke, and the districts of Birchip, Charlton, Donald, St. Arnaud, Watchem and Wycheproof For Buloke and Loddon Shires . . . Flying Doctor Speech Therapy In partnership with Inglewood District Health Service and East Wimmera Health Service (EWHS), Flying Doctor Speech Therapy has expanded in early 2021 to the Loddon and Buloke Shires. This free service enables skills, social skills, stuttering improve the ability to com- families in the communities and even swallowing. municate, interact with others, of Inglewood, Wedderburn, Delays in a child’s speech and improve the social skills Bridgewater, Charlton, Donald, and language development and emotional development.” Wycheproof and Birchip to can greatly impact the ability Need for Services more easily access speech to communicate, learn and Georgia recognises that pathology services. make friends. As such, early there has long been a need Inglewood-based speech intervention is essential for for speech pathology services pathologist, Georgia Bartels, improved work and social within these communities. provides her vital expertise opportunities in the future, “Previously, families across to families with children while also increasing a the two shires had to travel aged 0-12 both in person and child’s overall health and as far as Bendigo and Swan via telehealth. wellbeing. Hill to access speech pathol- “My assessments and ther- “Between the ages of ogy intervention, and due to apy appointments are run in 0-5, a child’s brain is devel- waitlists, they may have had a one-on-one setting,” says oping extremely quickly,” to engage more costly, pri- Georgia. “Sessions comprise says Georgia. “The experi- vate services,” she says. of lots of engaging activities ences and interactions they With this free community and fun games that simulta- have during this time help to service now available across neously target a child’s speech lay the foundations for their Buloke and Loddon, families and language development.” ongoing language and com- no longer have to worry Wide Range munication development. about long travel times or out Speech pathology covers “If you feel that your of pocket costs when it a wide range of areas related child may be falling behind comes to helping their child to communication, including in communication mile- develop lifelong speech, lan- speech and articulation, un- stones, regular contact with a guage, communication, derstanding and using lan- speech pathologist during social and learning skills. guage, pre-literacy and literacy these early years can help to • Continued on page 2. • Inglewood-based speech pathologist, Georgia Bartels. Fond Farewell to Hardinghams Donald said farewell to Joan and Leigh Hardingham, two long serving contributors in many areas of local community life, at a public gathering at the Donald Golf Bowls Club on Monday evening. Having resided in Donald including time at the Donald for most of their lives, Joan Hospital, and more recently and Leigh have decided to as part of the ownership team move to Bendigo, to be with husband Leigh, of nearer to their three children, Hardinghams Plumbing and Tania, Carl and Stephen, and Electrical. their eight grandchildren. Joan’s other interests and They are in the process areas of involvement have of building a new home in included the Uniting Church, Ritchie Drive, Kangaroo Flat, Donald Chamber of Com- having already sold their merce and Industry, tennis, Meyer Street home. netball and golf. Welcoming a broad cross Leigh arrived in Donald section from the local com- with his parents, Iris and Harold, munity, and Mrs Dorothy when the family’s plumbing Reid, of Birchip, who taught business was established, al- both guests of honour in most 70 years ago. grade 4 at the Donald Pri- After entering a plumbing mary School, the evening’s apprenticeship with his • Leigh and Joan Hardingham, with MC John McConville (centre), and the framed photograph of the Bullock’s Head. MC, John McConville, pro- father, Leigh also followed vided all present with a quick Harold on to the Board of the Golf and Bowls Club, enjoy- pepper and salt” — in every- ployee, Helen Amos, Donald commitment, and their out- run-down on a list of very Donald Hospital (later East ing playing both sports (even thing. And on behalf of all Golf Bowls Club president, standing business acumen. impressive contributions from Wimmera Health Service), having the dam on the third present, and the many people Greg Harmer, Donald Cham- In response, both Joan the Hardinghams. where he served for 25 years. hole of the golf course named who could not attend, he ber of Commerce and Industry and Leigh said that Donald Joan, daughter of the late He has also been a long- in his honour), as well as thanked Joan and Leigh for president, Dee Bufton, and will always be “home” to “Digger” and Lesley Young, term contributor to the Cham- playing tennis and football. everything they have done Dorothy Reid, shared mem- them. was born in Donald, educated ber of Commerce and Industry, MC John McConville de- for the community. ories of their times spent with They also acknowleged locally and spent her work- having served terms as presi - scribed the husband and wife Several speakers, includ- the Hardinghams, acknowl- the many friendships they ing life in her home town, dent, Donald 2000, the Donald combination as “being like ing former long serving em- edging their strong community • Continued on page 2. other atypical conditions” and “a link to vaccination In Whose Interest? should be assumed at this time”. In fact, the three sus- Do you know what “twerking” means? According pected cases occurred in a total of 900,000 people vac- to the Oxford Dictionary, it refers to a type of dance in cinated with AZ vaccine at that time. which the lower body is moved sensually and it dates FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 2021 back to 1820. Well – you learn something every day! The damage had been done. Millions became jab- Speaking of the term “public interest”, how should hesitant. The differing advice coming from the Thera-
the efforts of the mass media in dealing with Covid-19 peutic Goods Administration and medical practitioners The word made headlines recently when the ABC vaccination be judged? Take, for example, the “Week- added to the confusion, but the media were the main reported that a female dance group, 101 Doll Squadron, end Australian” report of April 17. The page 2 headline culprits. Were they acting in the public interest or in the had twerked in front of Governor General David Hur- proclaimed, in bold type, “Third blood clot death linked interest of their own ratings and pockets? ley and Admiral Noonan at a naval ship launch in Syd- to vaccine”. The following article began with – “the ney. Wrong! Aunty spiced up the story, grafting bits death of a NSW woman was linked to the AstraZeneca Previously, we have quoted the words of the late, and pieces together to gain your interest. Those gentle- vaccine”. If you bothered to read on, later in the 8-col- highly respected editor, G.W. Letts, who said: “Before men were not present at the time, and the ABC was umn article you find: “her death was complicated by printing, first ask “Is it true? And, only then, is it news?” forced into a public apology. underlying medical conditions, including diabetes and If only the big boys and girls would heed his advice. Legacy Supported at Saving Footy, Bringing Change: Diggers’ Day Dinner “The Merger” At 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 17, Charlton RSL Sub-branch secretary, at the Rex Bill Freeman, warmly welcomed 65 guests to a special Diggers’ Day dinner If the North-Central Football League put the words “merger” and at the Charlton Golf Club, to acknowledge the raising over many years of “footy” together in one sentence, there would be an immediate reaction. the grand total of $100,000 for the essential Legacy services of supporting Why is this happening, who is being merged and can we stop this? the widows and children of servicemen lost in battle. Rest assured. This is only The story starts off with a Australian Government initia- Charlton RSL president, Club’s involvement, with rec- Judi Perry, secretary of a preamble to the Rex live familiar feel. In the Bodgy tive – “The Merger” tackles a Gordon Risk, gave a potted ollections of the first Diggers’ Bendigo Legacy, whose fa- show, “The Merger”, kicking Creek township, the dysfunc- diversity of themes ranging history of Diggers’ Day, taken Day golf day in 1935, when a ther became a member in off on stage on Sunday, May tional Roosters Footy Club is from racism to asylum seek- from Sub-branch minute profit of 3 pounds 9 shillings 1963, spoke of the uniqueness 9. in trouble and will either have ers, through to community books: Legacy is first men- and 9 pence was realised. of the organisation, estab- to fold or merge with its arch and sport (AFL). tioned in 1949, Apex in 1981 Chris Lindhe has great lished in 1926, with the motto The Regional Arts Victoria rivals, the Hudson’s Flat and Oasis in 2004. The entry memories of his parents’ in- being “look after the missus (RAV) show evolved via per- Cougars. (Feel free to substi- Nominated on the 2021 in 2020 shows the high regard volvement and support of the and the kids”. former Damian Callinan, tute local clubs to gauge the VCE Drama playlist, the live the Golf Club holds for Dig- golf club in general and Dig- World War 2 veterans wel- whose ability to connect with level of calamity!) But prodi- performance of “The Merger” gers’ Day; unable due to gers’ Day in particular; their comed Judi into Bendigo country audiences and use his gal son coach Troy Carrington is a “must-see”, not only for COVID-19 restrictions to run father Norm compulsorily en- Legacy. When funds were multi-layered acting style, (Callinan) has other ideas; to students, but as a commentary tournaments, the Golf Club couraged the five boys to play short, a welfare committee was commissioned through a save the club he embarks on a on rural attitudes towards di- had a special day and raised golf regularly, and each year was formed and opened up partnership between RAV and program to recruit refugees, versity and change. $825, which it paid to the they “come home” for Dig- fundraising from the public. Vic Health to write a show and unwittingly takes the Sub-branch; this payment en- gers’ Day. Legacy gives assistance with that might subtly deal with is- community on a journey of • Please note: “The Merger” abled Charlton RSL to bring Representing Apex and gardening, home maintenance sues of racism in regional change. is a Sunday evening perfor- total payments to Bendigo now OASIS, Stuart James communities. The result was mance. and other expenses, as well as Classed as “one of the Legacy over many years to told of their cracking 4 to 6 “The Merger”. personal encouragement and country’s finest character co- $100,000. barrels of beer at Diggers’ “The Merger” — live on support. medians” (“Herald Sun”), Day; they were hard workers Premiering at the Adelaide stage – Sunday, May 9,at 8 Callinan plays every role with at these special days, and will Bill Freeman’s father, Fringe (2010), the play then p.m.. Tickets: $20 Book- Recognition a nuanced deftness in this continue to do so. Ross, was a foundation mem- toured Australia as momen- ings: https://events.humani- The contributions of Ian standout show presented by ber of Bendigo Legacy, and tum built towards a film adap- tix.com/the-merger Cameron to the Sub-branch, Sponsors Hey Boss management and its first treasurer. tation, which has had wide to the golf club and to Dig- Jon Whykes, chairman of production team. gers’ Day were acknowledged North Central Financial Ser- Legacy is uniquely Aus- acclaim. Damian Callinan, Flying by his daughter Jayne Burton. vices Ltd (Charlton Commu- tralian, an ongoing organisa- now returns to the original Supported by Restart In- Ian was proprietor and editor nity Bank), acknowledged the tion with a long and valued script ,bringing his one-man vestment to Sustain and Ex- Doctor of the “Charlton Tribune”, so sponsors who support Dig- history. show to Charlton. pand (RISE) Fund – an publicity was never a prob- gers’ Day each year, and ad- Speech lem. mired Legacy’s work in Anthony Hargreaves gave caring for the widows and Therapy a short history of the Golf children of deceased veterans. Bank Launches • Continued from page 1. Flying Doctor Speech Fond Farewell Grants Program Therapy was first established Charlton & District Community Bank Branch, in partnership with the in the Mallee region in 2018, Community Enterprise Foundation, has launched its 2021 Community where it is currently delivered to Hardinghams in partnership with Robinvale Grants Program. District Health Services and • Continued from page 1. On behalf of the commu- There will not be an infor- amount to be allocated is still “The board is looking for Mallee Track Health and nity, Donald 2000 chairman, mation evening this year with to be determined, but will be quality applications and we Community Service. had made during a lifetime John McConville presented the program now online. substantial. will only fund quality projects.” Since launching, this ser- living in the community. the Hardinghams with a The program enables com- “Charlton & District Com- The program will be co-or- vice has supported more than framed photograph of the munity organisations with munity Bank Branch is proud dinated by Community Enter- 400 children with its speech Leigh relived some of the iconic Bullock’s Head, to good ideas to apply for fund- to support the local commu- prise Foundation, the philan- pathology program, with highlights of his involvement hang in their new home as a ing from a pool of funds nity, and the Community thropic arm of Bendigo Bank. many more children set to in community life, including permanent reminder of a life- available from the community Grants Program should enable Community groups and organi- benefit from this service ex- the purchase of a community time spent in Donald. bank’s profits. In 2021 the many local organisations to sations which develop and en- pansion. bus ($127,000 raised locally develop significant projects,” hance Charlton and district “Health and education in 10 months), and the esta- said Bank chairman, Jon ,and other North Central com- pro-viders in our region have balishment of a helipad in the Donnellon’s Whykes. munities, are encouraged to long recognised the impor- grounds of the Donald hospi- “As well as smaller pro- apply for a community grant. tance of speech pathology tal ($80,000 raised in record jects, we are looking for some Applications will shortly support in the early years set- time). Bulk Haulage major projects that will aid be available from www. ting,” says EWHS Chief Ex- ecutive Officer, Trevor Adem. the development of local bendigobank.com.au/foundation “To now be able to access “That’s what Donald does Pty Ltd communities and we hope The application needs to this type service will deliver (when asked to support worthy BUYING ALL GRAINS that some of these will come be made on this website and is forward. a simplified process as it was great outcomes for local fam- local caused),” he said ilies.” BULK CARRIERS of . . . “We encourage all com- last year. munity groups and organisa- Applications open on To find out more about And while they had a few • Gypsum • Fertilizer • Gravel • Woodchips tions with ideas for improving Wednesday, May 5, and close this new service in the Lod- regrets leaving their long- don and Buloke Shires, or to • Road Base Materials the community to apply. on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. time home for a new start in Potential applicants are en- make an appointment with Bendigo, Joan and Leigh “Our bank has business in- couraged to contact Commu- Georgia, families can contact thanked all present for their Public Weighbridge 3008 terests in Birchip, Boort, nity Enterprise Foundation by the Flying Doctor Speech greatly appreciated support, Phone Bill Charlton and Wycheproof and phoning 1300 304 541 to dis- Therapy team on (03) 5431 both on the night, and over 5492 2333 or 0428 136 483 we now have many communi- cuss their application and to 7000 or at admin@idhs. many years. ties that can benefit. check eligibility. vic.gov.au. PAGE 2 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021. Off and Running Term two has started and again we have hit the ground running. In the first week of term we have had the RFDS smile squad begin student dental ex- aminations, NAPLAN prac- tice, as well as preparations for year ten work experience, year BULLETIN nine advance week and the an- nual primary sports carnival. friends and community mem- Staff also completed parent bers at the annual Easter Cel- teacher interviews on Monday ebration held on Wednesday, and Tuesday. March 31. At the conclusion of last Prep/one students took to term, several activities were the stage for the first time with conducted to round out a very excitement and a few butter- busy term one. flies, performing “Sally Go SRC Movie Night Round The Sun”, and “Dumpy One of these was a junior Up”, which showcased move- SRC movie night. Below is a ment and delightful vocals. report from Beau Haslam about the evening. The grade two/three class In the last week of term the voted unanimously to revisit a Junior SRC students held a song they learnt some time movie night at school. The ago. A vocal performance of movies that were showcased “One Small Voice” was ac- • Junior SRC movie night. were Mall Cop for years 4-6 companied with sign lan- chose basketballs also. They and Daddy Day-care for Prep- guage. Learning sign language have learnt about timing and 3. together with lyrics is no easy moving to a beat that chal- At the start of the evening task, as well as understanding lenged their thinking and popcorn, chips and other treats that the actions actually working together as a group. were sold to students. Overall “speak” words and it was a This was a skilful presenta- is was a very successful night beautiful performance. tion. raising funds for the Junior Artwork displaying Easter Sporting and dance skills baskets of eggs, Easter land- SRC and Prep to 6 students. were displayed in the Grade All agreed it was a wonderful scapes using slicks, beach four/five routine using basket- scenes and three images on a event and that will most likely balls. This was an entertaining occur annually from now on. theme (triptych), were paraded performance showcasing co- at intervals during the celebra- Primary Easter ordination and timing to the tion. Celebration song “Geronimo”. Grade six students pre- Students from Prep to Grade six students, as part sented a variety of humorous Grade 6 entertained family, of their Performance Art class, skits that were enjoyed by all.
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WIN!W Vale Rowan Tierney Over the Easter period the WORKING school community was sad- FOR DONALLD, dened by the death of Rowan Tierney. Rowan had been a CHARLLTTON & member of staff from 2013, and had taught in many learn- THE BULOKE ing areas. Rowan is warmly remembered for his sense of SHIRE humour, leading the Friday evening quiz, his red socks riiordanfuels.com.au and the care he showed to all LABOR MEMBER FOR WESTERN VICTOT RIA of his students. 211 Dana Street, Ballarat Cenntral VIC 3350 Rowan fought a long battle P: 5332 2405 E: [email protected] .au 94 Birchip - Sea Lake Road, Birchip VIC 3483 against bowel cancer, but he Authorised b J Pulford,y 211 Dana Street, Ballarat Centraal. Funded from Parliamentary budget. “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021 — PAGE 3 DEATH THANK-YOU GOOD.– Leon George. We would like to thank 20/10/1943 - 20/4/2021 everyone who attended our Passed away peacefully send-off on Monday night. “Times” Classifieds at Bendigo Hospice. We also received quite a Phone Donald 5497 1222, Birchip 5492 2735 Loved and loving husband few apologies, cards etc. from people that couldn’t Deadlines:— to Robyn, father to Janelle and Andrew and Pop to get there. Tuesday’s Issue: Classified advertisements (single column), 10 a.m. Monday. Display advertisements James. A big thank-you to John McConville, Daryl War- (2 or more columns), 3 p.m. Friday prior. Loved son of Vera and Harry, brother of Pat, ren, Donald 2000 and the Friday’s Issue: Classified advertisements (single column), 10 a.m. Thursday. Display advertisements Maureen, Ron, Joy, Barb, Chamber of Commerce for Des and Mervyn (dec.). arranging this and pre- (2 or more columns), 3 p.m. Wednesday prior. Brother-in-law to Kevin, senting us with a beautiful Bernie, Lyn, Peter, Garry framed photo of “The Bul- and Christine. lock’s Head” – this will have BIRTH pride of place in our new Gone but not forgotten, home in Bendigo. VEHICLE DEDUCTIONS DUNLOP (BIBBY) forever in our hearts. We will always call Donald Companies & Trusts Can claim full deductions for Congratulations Camille & Now resting in peace. home and a place where vehicles but may have to pay fringe benefits tax for Tim on the arrival of – –Robyn, Janelle, we have been for 70 years private use. George Henry Andrew and James. and raised three children Sole traders and Partnerships Claim a set rate deduction Bibby Dunlop. ––––––––––––––––––––– in a great community. for up to 5,000 kilometres of business keeping no Things do change in life, Love and best wishes, FUNERAL NOTICE records, but cannot claim depreciation. Derek, Robyn, Duncan and it is now time for us to Physical Log Books Keep a log book of business travel and Dudley, Claire, Dave GOOD.— move on. We have made for twelve weeks then claim all your vehicle expenses. and Edwina. Requiem Mass for the lifetime friends in Donald The claim is based on the percentage of business repose of the soul of the and we hope your friend- free confidential ––––––––––––––––––––– A and travel. You must keep vehicle expense receipts. late Leon George Good, ships will continue for the service for Farmers, and DEATH Electronic Log Books Records can be kept in physical will be offered at St rest of our lives. ALLAN.– Robert. Small Business log books or via the myDeductions tool in the ATO app. Joseph’s Catholic Church, – Joan and Leigh Loved brother of Wendy Charlton on Wednesday, Hardingham 1300 769 489 Small Business Tax Essentials and Goldie (dec.). April 28, 2021 at 11 a.m., ––––––––––––––––––––– Contact SunRCS for your free copy. followed by burial at the Loved uncle of John and Charlton Lawn Cemetery. Melissa, Jodie, Tony and Corack Performing COVID-19 Melanie. Arts Project restrictions apply. Rest peacefully. will resume meetings on David Kelly M.J. KELLY & SONS Monday, April 26 ALLAN.– AFDA - Birchip - 5492 2547 at 6.30 p.m. at Robert Maxwell “Bob”. ––––––––––––––––––––– CORACK PUBLIC We will miss the knowledge Scrap Metal HALL and continue on of dates and years. Monday nights “If you’re building one” Wanted throughout school term. Brother, brother-in-law and All welcome! Roles to uncle of Grant, Lun, • Batteries • Brass suit your level of Julianne and Christie. • Copper • Aluminium commitment available in • Cans, etc. the next production for ALLAN.– Robert. Donald Scrap Metal anyone interested in Loved nephew of Bob and attending on a casual Flora Coatsworth (both & Recycling basis. Call or text Quill dec.). 5399 2203 on 0468 467 263. 0427 992 203 Loved cousin and friend of Pam and Allan, George and
Andrea, Carol and Alan, Allan and Chris and fami- Donald & District Racing Club lies. - Track Patchers - Rest in peace. Do you enjoy the excitement of ALLAN.– thoroughbred horse racing & want Robert Maxwell “Bob”. to be a part of a great team? On April 17, 2021 We are seeking casual race day track patchers for 7-9 peacefully in Bendigo. race meetings annually, including some weekend Loved nephew of Elvira work. Applicants must be reliable. and Rex and cousin of Fay, Hourly rates paid in accordance with award wages. Karen, Ken and Dianne and their families. Full details can be obtained by contacting Jack on 0429 771 655. Rest in peace Bob.
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CHARLTON ARTIE’S HOME A. & P. SOCIETY JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM MAINTENANCE 10 week program begins Monday, May 3. A.G.M. Open to all clubs, genders and abilities. WED., APRIL 28 • Basic home repairs 7.30 p.m. • Plaster repairs and painting Charlton & District Ages 10-15 years. • Insurance Work All sessions Mondays 4.30 p.m. - 6 p.m. 2020 BUILDING • Lawn mowing Community Bank All Welcome • Guttering cleaned • Pruning Grants Program GEORGE CARTWRIGHT OVAL, BIRCHIP. W Laffin, Secretary. • Rubbish Removal • Odd jobs Registration $30 per child. ––––––––––––––––––––––– • Pressure washing Applications are called Includes training shirt and drink bottle. for this program. Ph. 0431 323 709 Email [email protected] for registration forms. ANZAC DAY Online applications open May 5 and close May 26, 2021 CURYO . Birchip Lifestyle & Fitness Classes Sunday, April 25 Applications Keep Mum warm this are back face2face Service 8 a.m. available from: Breakfast to follow. Mother’s www.bendigobank. MOVE IT starting Monday April 26, 10 a.m. ––––––––––––––––––––– com.au/foundation A beginner strength training, and general movement ses- SOLICITOR sion for all abilities and ages. Day 116 Napier Street, Soft Yoga & Meditation, starting Tuesday, April 27 St. Arnaud with a Sunbeam A gentle form of priming our bodies to move into the amaz- Microfleece Electric Experienced practical ing poses that is yoga. advice in plain English Tickets on sale via https://linktr.ee/birchiplifestyleandfitness Throw Blanket Appointments also ANZAC DAY Sunbeam Or reach out to Brenda 0417 365 768 or a available in Charlton, 0488 197 032 DONALD R.S.L. Electric Blanket Donald and Wycheproof SUB BRANCH ■ Permanent skip bins available from your Ph. 5495 2595 Sunday, April 25 ■ Short term skip bins local heating specialist [email protected] GARRY QUIRK HAULAGE P/L Dawn Service 6.00 a.m. ■ Portable toilets at the Cenotaph, cnr of ■ Water trucks Campbell & Houston ■ Light towers Sts., followed by free ■ Generators Gypsum Boral Products breakfast at Memorial ■ Temporary Fencing CARTAGE: All Road Materials Sand Hall. ■ Tilt tray transport Grain Anzac March 10.30 a.m. ■ Ditch witch trencher assembly at Cenotaph FOR HIRE: Cat Grader Road Rollers Semi Tipper for march to hall, fol- Woods Street, Donald. [email protected] 4-Wheel Drive Front-end Loader lowed by Commemo- www.bulokehire.com.au Low Loader Laser Level Water Truck rative Service. Phone 54971666 10-yard Laser Scraper • following service, a Shoot light luncheon will be SUNDAY, APR. 25 • New catchment dams. available for $7.50 per • Converting old dams to catchment. An advert. in “The Buloke 11 a.m. start adult, $4 for children Times” can cost as little as under 12. 75 target Specialising in Construction of Roads, Pads, Channels, $10, and up to 5,000 Sim graded readers will see it. Grading Fence Lines, Filling in Old Dams and Channels, LEST WE FORGET. Canteen Operating Laying of Polypipe for Stock Troughs etc. Sponsor: Printed and published for the proprietors by Robin Letts, at the office of East Charlton Hotel. PH. 5492 2361; FAX 5492 2841; MOBILE 0417 399 244 “The Buloke Times”, 6 McCulloch Street, Donald.
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“The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021 — PAGE 5 Bird’s Eye View Charlton Tribute to of Wedderburn Sir John Monash The Charlton community has received $9,000 in support from the Vic- Victorians have a new reason to hit the road with the final touches torian Government and the Victorian Veterans Council. being made to a spectacular series of large scale murals in Wedderburn. Labor Member for West- The grant will see the Minister for the Creative The murals celebrate the seventh addition to the lauded ern Victoria, Jaala Pulford, Charlton Neighbourhood Industries, Danny Pearson, unique birdlife of the sur- Wimmera Mallee Silo Art welcomed the announcement House commemorate the life visited Wedderburn last week rounding conservation area – Trail in St Arnaud; and a in the lead up to ANZAC Day of Sir John Monash on a large to have a preview of the a biodiverse habitat for 180 of mural inspired by flora and by Minister for Veterans, decommissioned water tower Bird’s Eye View project and Australia’s indigenous bird fauna of Barmah National Shaun Leane, as part of the that Sir John engineered prior meet with the artists and species, twenty of which are Park. Victoria Remembers Grant. to World War One. locals involved in bringing it listed as endangered. Seven projects have been The mural will encompass project to life. Open-Air Gallery supported through this pro- various stages of his life from Forming an “open-air gram so far, with funding to- childhood to post war, and The series features five gallery”, Wedderburn’s new talling over $900,000. will reference prominently large scale murals by ac- mural series aims to attract Church one of his, and Australia’s, claimed mural artists Andrew visitors from across Victoria “This latest addition to our most important battles, J. Bourke, Jimmy Dvate and and highlight the important outstanding silo art is a major Notices Hamel. This was a significant Bryan Itch on the main street, work being undertaken to pre- drawcard for Wedderburn – I victory, and one of the first for as well as the façade of the encourage people to book a the Allied Armies since the • Sir John Monash. serve of the birdlife. UNITING CHURCH local church. Located between the Wim- room and a meal, and see war’s commencement. what the excitement is about,” (North Central Living alike about the First World mera Mallee Silo Art Trail Waters Cluster) The project will attract said Member for Western Vic- many visitors to the district War and John Monash story. and the North East Victorian Donald, 10 a.m., with Jan toria, Jaala Pulford. and extend the “Military Trail” For more information on Silo Art Trail, Wedderburn is Flett. these and other veteran grant the perfect stopover for For more on the Creative by complementing other mu- HOGAN Activations Fund visit creative. Contact Number: 5497 1033. opportunities, please visit: visitors to add to their rals. The project will also sup- BUILDERS & vic.gov.au port local employment and vic.gov.au/grants-support- itinerary and see all three. and-commemorate-veterans CABINETMAKERS Bird’s Eye View is sup- DISTRICT CATHOLIC educate locals and visitors ported through the State CHURCHES
PTY LTD Government’s Creative Acti- “East Wimmera Parish” Quality . . . vation Fund, a program that Birchip (SAWC) 9.30 a.m. Boort (SAWC) 9.30 a.m. Order Your • Homes supports the development and delivery of ambitious creative Charlton 10.30 a.m. • Kitchens Donald (SAWC) 9.30 a.m. Rubber Stamps • Bathrooms projects that aim to increase St. Arnaud 8.30 a.m. • Renovations visitation and become cultural W’proof (Sat.) 7.00 p.m. from the • Extensions tourist attractions. “BULOKE TIMES” • Cupboards Other Projects Fr. Gerry Prunty Other regional projects in- AMBULANCE PHONE NO. 0419 247 779 McCULLOCH STREET, DONALD - 5497 1222 Phone 0438 871 602 Parish Co-ordinator or 5497 1602 clude neon artworks to light Range of type to choose from up the streets of Bendigo and 000 – Noeline Hogan: 0476 617 976 Master Builder members with over 25 years’ experience. tell dreaming stories of the Dja Dja Wurrung people; a North-Central Netball
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(By Tim Quilty, Liberal Democrat MP for Northern Victoria). Politicians and bureaucrats in Melbourne have, as usual, been working overtime to figure out how they can make the lives of regional Victorians miserable. And they have come up with a real doozy. Following recommenda- And if you want to find out tions from a recent parliamen- how many deaths might have tary inquiry into road safety, been caused by trees being there appears every chance too close to the road, restrict- laws will be introduced to re- ing visibility, providing cover duce speed limits on regional for animals entering the road- roads across Victoria to just way or exacerbating bush- 80 kilometres per hour. fires, you will once again be And it won’t just be a met with silence. It turns out problem for country people. roadside vegetation is another For Melbournians, it will add thing that matters more to our at least an hour to a trip to bureaucrats than saving lives. Mallacoota or Mildura, If the Government really much of it presumably telling aimed to reduce deaths to zero your children that “you aren’t it would abolish car taxes and there yet”. provide greater clearance next • Tim Quilty A truck driver who to roads. And of course, they spends 40 hours a week on would make the speed limit Basic Problem country roads would need to 15 kilometres per hour. But the basic problem is drive another 10 hours to get They don’t, because in real the people who make the de- the same work done. Presum- life, there is a trade-off be- cisions don’t live in the coun- ably consumers will pay for tween convenient travel times try. Even many of those who the extra travel costs. and the risk of accidents. claim to represent Northern And then there is the cost Victoria often live as close to of fatigue, which according to Measured Risk Melbourne as possible. • Jock Lawrence from Mobble. the Transport Accident Com- We take measured risks In a few weeks’ time, the mission contributes to around like this every day of the Victorian Legislative Council 20 per cent of road deaths in week, when we choose to will hold a sitting in Bright. Australia. cross the street, have a beer This was arranged as a some- Jock is Victoria’s Many people in country with our dinner or expose our- what tokenistic gesture fol- Victoria live out of town, so selves to sunshine. lowing the bushfires. It will this will make their commutes But unfortunately, the rul- nevertheless be welcome to “Young Achiever” 20 per cent longer. Coranga - ing elites of this state are just get some politicians out of the mite Council gave an example not into real life. The same bubble. I expect many of these of what this means for people dynamic we have seen during politicians will still vote to re- in Small Business in their shire. It means a res- the pandemic — where bu- duce the speed limit later in ident living in Vite Vite and reaucrats take over the leader- the year, effectively sentenc- Mobble co-founder Jock Lawrence, 28, was presented with the Victorian ship of the state — is now Young Achiever Award at a gala dinner on Friday, April 16, at Sofitel on using country roads to access ing country people to hours, Skipton – which is about 35 coming to a road near you. days and weeks sitting in cars. Collins in Melbourne. And these bureaucrats all kilometres away – would But the three-and-a-half need to spend an extra 30 seem to believe we should be Mobble is a centralised those properties. Mobble is The Young Achiever covered in bubble wrap and hour drive to Bright will pro- farm management software livestock farm management awards promote, acknow- hours a year in their car just to vide them with an excellent do the school drop off. locked in a shed for our own platform, used by more than software that puts a focus on ledge and encourage the pos- safety. opportunity to try out the new 500 farms across Australia connection and simplicity - by itive achievements of young Final Straw Cars are now infinitely speed limit. Maybe they For many small, isolated and New Zealand, and cur- farmers for farmers. people up to and including 29 safer than they used to be. should spend some of the towns, a 25 per cent increase rently manages more than two years of age. Victoria has a number of dual extra 50 minutes it takes to Jock Lawrence co-founded in travel times may well be million stock units across In his acceptance speech, lane divided freeways, such as get there thinking about what the software after attempting the straw that finally breaks Jock Lawrence thanked “all the Hume Highway that are it will be like for people in the to digitise the records on his their back. Costs will rise, the farmers who have sup- comparable to those in Europe country when this becomes law. family farm in Avenel, Vic- jobs will go and populations will ported us through the years”, where speed limits are 130 Footnote: An 18-kilome- toria. dwindle away as young people Your Blood is as well as the Mobble team kilometres per hour or more. tre section of the Donald to move closer to the cities. After finding that the soft- and “their commitment to our Raising the speed limit Minyip road has already been Our grandparents will be Worth Bottling ware available was either too vision of making life easier makes perfect sense to coun- reduced to 80 kilometres an amazed that we will be If you are visiting Ballarat clunky, over-complicated or for farmers and simplifying try people like me, who use hour due to the condition of trundling around our conti- or Bendigo and have a bit angled towards intensive farm management”. these roads but need match- the road, which makes dan- nent at a slower speed than of time to spare, a trip to farming, he started Mobble Jock also noted that sticks to keep our eyes open. gerous for road users. the Blood Bank would be a with co-founder, Jack Hurley. farmers “are the reason we get they were in their FJ Holdens very rewarding experience. The software is designed to out of bed every day, to make and Ford Zephyrs. And we You will need to book, by replace the top pocket note- their lives easier and more will be doing this in cars de- phoning 13 14 95. book that all too often went successful.” signed to travel safely at twice the speed. Australian Red Cross through the wash, and aims to Farmers can access a 21- keep everyone on the farm day free trial of Mobble at This madness is under- BLOOD SERVICE connected. www.mobble.io pinned by the National Road Safety Strategy’s stated aim to achieve no road deaths or serious injuries on our roads by 2050. bring you Lie Exposed This whole idea is a lie, and it is a lie that is easily ex- posed. If you suggest – as I have – that we remove car taxes, so people can have newer and safer cars, you will be met with silence. One of the biggest reasons ,QUHPHPEUDQFH why the road toll has come down over the years is that safety standards in newer cars 7DQLD0D[ZHOO03 are much better. Yet both fed- eral and state governments 0HPEHUIRU1RUWKHUQ9LFWRULD impose massive car taxes that 'HUU\Q+LQFK V-XVWLFH3DUW\ force people to buy older cars. Hundreds of people will WDQLDPD[ZHOOFRPDX_ die in the older cars we are WDQLDPD[ZHOO#SDUOLDPHQWYLFJRYDX forced to buy — but while there is revenue to be made, it
$XWKRULVHGE\7DQLD0D[ZHOO03 )DLWKIXOO6W:DQJDUDWWD is a risk the government is )XQGHGIURPWKH3DUOLDPHQWDU\%XGJHW willing for you to take. “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021 — PAGE 7 Demon Diary It was the late Margie Allan’s Memorial Day against Donald. Many travelled home (especially Margie’s family and friends) to get together to remember our very loyal Demon supporter, Margie. Despite Margie being of Donald Football Club, who is • “B” grade never gave up, short stature, we always knew Bob’s older sister. Thank you but struggled against the she was there, as her presence to all. height and speed of its opposi- was large. She loved to bar- Deepest sympathy to the tion. Maybe next week is your rack hard for her beloved family and relatives of ex- day to get some points on the Demons. On the day, the local Ian Coatsworth, who board for 2021. Lost 9-52. players wore arm bands in also passed away last week, in Awards, Zowie Brooks and Geelong colours (Margie’s Tasmania. A sad week for Tessa Botheras. other favourite football team), Wycheproof connections. and Margie’s family presented It was a tough day at the • “A” grade was close, up the club with a bench seat in “office” during round 2 until the final quarter. Play her memory. Margie’s older against the stronger Royal was very even for the first sister, Elizabeth, made the pre- Blues. Despite no wins, there term, with Donald leading 10- sentation and spoke of how was some great netball played. 12 at the first change. Second Margie just loved the Demons quarter Donald managed to and thanked everybody who Netball gain another couple which volunteers in any way to help Another great day of net- gave it a lead of 6 goals at make it all happen. ball but unfortunately no wins half-time, so it was still any- “A” grade coach and a dear for the Demons this week. one’s game. In the third quar- friend of the late Margie, • 13-&-Under “A” had a ter Wyche.-Narraport missed a Nakia Nunn, received the close game, but not strong couple of breaks and was bench on behalf of the club. enough to win. Keep going down by 9 goals at the final Nakia stated how the club girls, as there wasn’t much in change. Donald remained • “C” grade award winners, Kahlia Borserio (left) and Averyll Loft, with daughter Edie. sorely misses Margie each it. Lost 4-8. Awards, Dakota focussed for the final term week, as she was one of the Connolly and Hayley Yasa. and won the game 28-45. Well day. Great effort by many who whether a big or small contri- friends and other supporters. best (and loudest) supporters done to the Demons, though, travelled long distances to bution, it all helps to make the • The hockey players were • 16-&-Under “A” tried for the netball. you are improving, and with a come back for the day. day run smoothly. the only Demons to have some hard all game, but the Royal On a another sad note, little better accuracy and pass- • Margie’s seat looks very • Suzanna Fawcett was back success for the day — well Blues were the dominant side. Margie’s first cousin, Bob ing, you will soon reap some impressive. Well done to the on deck for her duties on Sat- done. Better luck next week girls. Allan, passed away on this positive results. Award, Tess Wycheproof Men’s Shed who urday . . . with her crutches ☹ Lost 17-47. Awards, Louisa day. Bob was also a loyal sup- Ringin who played well in the spruced the old seat up and • Thank you and well done • Next Saturday Wyche.- Coles and Kate Thompson. porter of the Demons, centre. added a plaque on it for to Suzi Thompson who printed Narraport travels down to play especially the football. It was • “C” grade players are Heard on the Court “Margie’s seat”. and displayed some great St. Arnaud. All the best to all very thoughtful of the Donald still finding their feet but im- • Great to see a large crowd • Well done to everyone memorabilia photos of the late Demon teams; may you enjoy “A” grade netballers to wear proving as they continue to for Margie Allan’s Memorial who helped out on the day, Margie Allan with many of her some success. arm bands (thanks to Maree settle. All the best against St. Cullen) in respect for Wendy Arnaud next Saturday. Final Goldsmith, an ex-Donald resi- scores 15-62. Awards, Averyll dent and member of the Loft and Kahlia Borserio. Bulls’ Reserves Prevail at Boort The reserves clash between Boort and Birchip-Watchem got off to a scrappy start at Boort Park. The Bulls showed plenty Aussie Rules — kicked two Birchip-Watchem Jack Ryan (Bourke’s Butch- of dash from the opening goals and a point for the quar- slammed home eight goals to ers), Tison Wiantara (Birchip bounce but were initially too ter, and also provided the as- Boort’s zero in the second Hardware), Tariq Gerardi ambitious with their game- sist that led to a Daniel half to run out 70-point win- (Birchip Hotel), Tadhg Lowry play. Boort’s tackling was fre- Ratcliffe goal. Boort’s David ner. (Commercial Hotel), Connor netic, and the Bulls paid the Johnston steadied with a goal Final scores: Birchip- Walsh (Birchip Motel). price for taking them on, from a “holding the ball” free Watchem 14.5 (89) d. Boort For Boort: David John- caught holding the ball five kick late in the quarter to limit 2.7 (19). ston, Conor Churchin, Willem times in the first quarter. the Bulls’ lead to 24 points at Best for Birchip-Watchem: Toose, Lance Malone, Kobie Boort’s Samuel Griffiths the main break. Daniel Ratcliffe (Nutrien Ag), Streader, Cooper Comer. opened the scoring with a be- The second half belonged hind from close range. Soon to Birchip-Watchem. While after, in the Bulls’ attacking Boort’s endeavour and tack- end, Daniel Ratcliffe also ling pressure were somewhat kicked a point. Jack Lee was effective in the first half, they able to regain the ball from were only able to keep the the kick in, and hit up full-for- Bulls in check for so long. ward Matt Ryan, who unchar- Pleasingly for Birchip- • 16-and-Under “A” award winners, Louisa Coles (left) and acteristically missed. Bailey Watchem, it had strong con- Kate Thompson. Baxter finally broke the run of tributors all over the field. In points when he goaled from Jack Lee and Jack Ryan, the point blank range after bene- Bulls had two strong inside fitting from a 50-metre midfielders who were influen- penalty. Birchip-Watchem led tial at stoppages. On the out- by seven points at quarter- side, Daniel Ratcliffe had a time. field day, racking up posses- With only one goal kicked sions at will. Ratcliffe spent in the first quarter, a dour his rest breaks in the forward struggle beckoned. However, line and tallied three goals for the second quarter soon put the day. paid to that notion, as it turned Tariq Gerardi has been a out to be the highest scoring great acquisition for Bulls’ term of the match. backline so far this season, The diminutive Tison reading the play very well at Wiantara provided the spark centre-half-back to intercept for Birchip-Watchem, deftly the opposition’s forward for- picking up a ground ball and ays. Riley Doran and Connor kicking a beautiful goal on the Walsh – experienced cam- run. Gerard Stringer replied paigners who have both soon after for Boort, a 50- played over 100 games for the metre penalty, making his set Bulls – were also pivotal in shot kick a much simpler restricting Boort to two goals proposition. for the match. From there, the Bulls got Up forward, Matt Ryan on a roll. Wiantara was a reve- and Luke Fowler provided lation on the half-forward valuable targets, Bailey Bax- flank, providing plenty of run ter kicked two goals, and and also hitting the score- promising teenager Tadhg • Boort’s Elliot Lade and Birchip-Watchem’s Tadhg Lowry con- • “B” grade award winners, Zowie Brooks (left) and Tessa board. The Balinese wiz — in Lowry had an excellent game test a ball-up during Saturday’s reserves game. Also pictured Botheras. just his second year playing at centre-half-forward. is the Magpies’ Chris O’Rourke. PAGE 8 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021. APRIL | 2021 Monthly supplement for The Buloke Times, Sea Lake & Wycheproof Times Ensign, North West Express and Robinvale Sentinel. BCG leading partner in drought resilience and innovation BIRCHIP CROPPING GROUP
BCG will be a leading partner in The University of Melbourne’s Victoria Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub which will receive $8 million in funding over the next four years from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund. THE VICTORIAN hub will be a of the collaboration as a key resilience and greater adapta- unique state-wide partnership ‘node’ as well as providing tion to our changing climate,’’ to help farmers, agricultural leadership support to the hub. Professor Reeves said. businesses and communities “The hub offers farmers “A feature of this hub is become more resilient to the and regional communities a the unprecedented co-opera- impacts of future droughts. It new delivery mechanism to tion between the partners to will play a critical role connect- ensure research and extension co-design and co-govern in- ing these sectors to innovative outcomes are provided in novative approaches to future technologies and practices. It practical and tangible ways drought resilience. It bodes will also translate research that are locally relevant. well for the team to make a and knowledge into impactful “Having direct connec- real difference to our regional outcomes, and support take-up tions to the regions through industries and communities.’’ through testing adoption and farming systems groups such Minister for Agriculture, scaling-up of new solutions as the Birchip Cropping Drought and Emergency Man- and commercialisation. Group will no doubt be one of agement, David Littleproud, BCG will lead the North the key success factors of this said the Drought Resilience West regional node of the initiative. Adoption and Innovation Hubs hub. Other partners in the Vic- The Victoria Hub, which have come about through toria Hub are Mallee Regional will be led from the Univer- the forward-thinking Future BCG meeting with Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud in Innovation Centre, Food & sity of Melbourne’s Dookie Drought Fund – a long term, March 2021, discussing the skills and capability of BCG and the role BCG plays within the region. campus, plans to be opera- sustained investment of $100 Fibre Gippsland, Southern Pictured left to right BCG CEO Fiona Best, Minister David Littleproud, Member for Mallee Dr Anne Farming Systems and River- tional by the end of April. It is million each year to build Webster and BCG CEO John Ferrier. ine Plains – together with one of eight drought re- drought preparedness. Deakin University, Federation silience hubs across Australia. “Drought is a natural part University, La Trobe Univer- Hub Co-Director Professor of the Australian landscape sity and Agriculture Victoria. Tim Reeves, from the Univer- and these hubs will play a crit- BCG CEO, Fiona Best, sity of Melbourne Faculty of ical role in helping farmers said: “The Victorian Drought Veterinary and Agricultural and agricultural communities Resilience Adoption and In- Sciences, said this investment to be better prepared,” Minis- novation Hub offers a won- will make a real difference to ter Littleproud said. derful collaborative model that how we deal with future “The partner organisations will bring the best people to- droughts on farms, in the involved in this hub will gether irrespective of organi- management of our environ- bring together farmers, re- sation, fast tracking the delivery ment and in our communities. searchers, state government, of innovation and practical so- “This hub brings together local entrepreneurs, Indige- lutions to the regions, building a great team focussed on de- nous groups, NRM practition- skills, capability and resilience. livering real impacts for the ers, industry and community “The Birchip Cropping agri-food sector in Victoria, in groups and non-profit sector Group is delighted to be part terms of enhanced drought organisations.” Biosecurity risks at Victoria’s doorstep AGRICULTURE VICTORIA
Recent detections of African swine fever and foot-and-mouth disease virus fragments in pork products seized at the border highlight the real and continuous threat of exotic diseases and pests to Victoria.
FOOT-AND-MOUTH disease foot-and-mouth disease hasn’t or foot-and-mouth disease fever or even foot-and-mouth actions by everyone. We all was served on the same plate is Australia’s biggest agricul- been detected in Australia virus. This builds on similar disease, which could devas- need to help protect our agri- or that has come into contact tural biosecurity threat, affect- since the 1800s. Agriculture test results released in 2019. tate Australia’s agricultural in- culture, our economy and our with meat, as well as imported ing all clovenhoofed animals. Victoria is working closely dustries and the broader unique natural environment.” dairy products, to pigs.” African swine fever is a with industry to prepare for Acting Chief Veterinary economy for many years,” Dr. Officer for Victoria, Dr. Sally highly contagious viral dis- these threats. Salmon said. Dr Salmon said the detec- “Swill feeding is prohib- Salmon, said the recent detec- ease of pigs which can lead to “It’s not enough to rely on tion was also a timely re- ited in Australia because of its The Commonwealth De- tions by the Commonwealth mortality rates of up to 100 quarantine inspections to stop minder to all pig owners not potential to introduce serious partment of Agriculture, highlighted how easily dis- per cent in affected herds. potential pests and disease to feed waste foods (swill) to animal diseases like African Water and the Environment eases and pests could enter Neither disease affects hu- threats at our borders. When pigs. swine fever and foot-and- led two collection periods Australia, and urged all Victo- mans, but an outbreak could buying food and other goods mouth disease. These recent over busy times between rians to be aware of biosecu- have serious economic and online, always consider where “Swill feeding or feeding findings clearly emphasis animal health impacts, includ- Christmas and Chinese New rity risks. Year, from International mail they are coming from and ‘people food’ to pigs is pro- why that prohibition is so nec- ing the loss of important ex- whether they will meet biose- hibited in Australia,” she said. essary” port markets. centres at Brisbane, Sydney, “Whether it’s in someone’s Melbourne and Perth. Over luggage or in the mail, bring- curity requirements before or- No outbreaks of African the periods, some pork sam- ing in food, especially meat dering them.” It is illegal to feed food For more information about swine fever have ever been ples tested positive for frag- products, can also bring in “Biosecurity is everyone’s waste containing meat, meat emergency animal diseases, recorded in Australia, and ments of African swine fever diseases like African swine role and requires responsible products and any food that visit agriculture.vic.gov.au PAGE 2 | MALLEE FARMER | April 2021 Don’t omit ladders when ordering new grain storage infrastructure
GRAINS RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION GRAINS RESEARCH and “Insects are most prevalent and design of ladders which Development Corporation in the warm grain in the head- could vary between brands. Grain growers ordering new silos are encouraged to include ladders in their (GRDC) grain storage ex- space so regular inspection As a further safety precau- tension specialists said many during grain storage is recom- purchases to ensure safe access to storage systems. tion, ladder access should be growers were tempted to save mended. stowable or locked to prevent a few dollars by omitting the “Access to the silo lid unwanted access by children ladder from the order, but this and inlet is also essential for or untrained personnel. could impact the functionality maintenance of seals and lid For multiple silos con- of the silo and make mainte- mechanisms. Without a lad- structed in a straight line, a nance and monitoring more der, alternatives include ex- single ladder with a top plat- diffi cult. pensive specialist high-level form to provide access along GRDC grain storage spe- access equipment.” the line of silos may be a fea- cialist Ben White said in Mr White said ladders sible and more cost-eff ective some instances, manufactur- should be constructed to the option worth exploring with ers were encouraging growers Australian standard which the silo manufacturer. not to fi t ladders, citing health specifi es cage requirements Growers are advised to re- and safety risk exposure for and intermediate platforms. the grower as well as ease of fer to the grain silo buyers transport and construction. An alternative used on guide produced by the GRDC large fl at-bottom silos is a spi- Stored Grain Extension team: “However, ladders are an ral set of stairs, which are also https://storedgrain.com.au/ essential silo feature allow- required to have intermedi- silo-buyers-guide/. ing growers to inspect grain ate platforms according to an Growers can access expert in ‘the headspace’ (between Australian standard. the top of the grain stack and advice and assistance on best the roof of the silo) where Mr White said that as an practices when storing grain many grain storage problems important feature of any silo, by calling the GRDC stored are likely to fi rst appear,” Mr growers were advised to com- grain extension hotline: 1800 White said. pare the construction quality WEEVIL (1800 933 845). Silo Purchase Checklist
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As always, growers derstanding of FAW’s genetic to develop and improve FAW ary 2020 and quickly estab- ited areas. Therefore, they are sible FAW has a natural level are encouraged to judiciously make-up, insecticide sensi- management strategies. lished across parts of northern not necessarily representative of tolerance to indoxacarb. select and rotate products to tivities and current resistance More information about reduce selection pressure,” Dr status, and would assist in the Australia’s tropical and sub- of the population in that re- While chlorantraniliprole FAW and its management tropical regions, including gion, so some caution is need- Khurana said. development of sustainable has been consolidated into a sensitivity was found to be management strategies for the northern Queensland, the ed in interpreting the fi ndings. similar in north Queensland “While these studies don’t reference document for use Northern Territory, and north- directly refl ect fi eld rates and populations present in diff er- by Australian grain growers, NSW Department of Pri- populations compared with ent areas of Australia. ern parts of Western Austral- mary Industries (DPI) re- H. armigera, the WA colo- conditions, it is important for agronomists and other in- ia. It has now been detected searcher Lisa Bird said an ny tested by CSIRO was 15 growers to consider insecticide He said the GRDC was dustry stakeholders. The Fall in southern WA, New South independent and complemen- times less sensitive. Howev- sensitivity when making deci- supportive of research inves- Armyworm Continuity Plan Wales and Victoria. tary study of FAW suscepti- er, there may still be signifi - sions about product choice. tigating all management op- captures the global experi- The new fi ndings are from bility in fi ve populations from cant variability in sensitivity Always use the full rate as tions and welcomed the re- ence and uses that to inform two complementary projects, north Queensland and one to this chemistry within the stated on the label or permit. cent approval by the Federal and anticipate the challenges one being a comprehensive population from Kununurra Kununurra region and further Where a rate range is speci- Department of Agriculture, Australian agriculture could research project into FAW’s also revealed geographic dif- work is needed to document fi ed, such as on current FAW Water and the Environment face and how to best manage insecticide sensitivities and ferences in sensitivity to some the full range of naturally oc- permits for indoxacarb and (DAWE) for the importation them. genetic make-up being led synthetic insecticides. curring geographic variability chlorantraniliprole in maize, of the biopesticide, Fawli- More information about it is recommended to use the gen®, a naturally occurring by Australia’s national sci- Both the CSIRO and the between Australian FAW pop- FAW is available on the ence agency CSIRO with co- ulations. higher rate in accordance with caterpillar virus which specif- GRDC FAW portal. Grow- NSW DPI studies found that the permit instructions. ically targets FAW. investment by the Austral- FAW populations were be- ers are encouraged to moni- Sensitivity to emamectin “In addition, particular at- This decision will allow tor crops to identify signs of ian Centre for International tween 50 and 150 times less and spinetoram was found to Agricultural Research (ACI- sensitive to the pyrethroid al- tention should be made to the Queensland Department infestation early. This pest is be similar in all FAW popula- targeting early instar stages of Agriculture and Fisher- still notifi able in most regions AR), the Grains Research and pha-cypermethrin compared tions and H. armigera. Development Corporation with susceptible strains of H. (hatchlings to second instar) ies (DAF) and the Australian – if you suspect FAW, report (GRDC), Cotton Research armigera. GRDC Biosecurity Man- before FAW entrenchment company AgBiTech to start immediately to the Exotic and Development Corpora- ager Jeevan Khurana said in the whorl or cobs can oc- local trial work investigating Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 “NSW DPI also found that that these results provided cur, and spray coverage (wa- the eff ectiveness of the virus 084 881. tion (CRDC), FMC Australa- FAW populations from north sia and Corteva Agriscience. 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ANIMAL HEALTH AUSTRALIA AGRICULTURE VICTORIA “As with any agricultural ing/marking procedure en- is reminding producers and or veterinary chemicals used sure Victoria’s sheep industry It is no secret that the Australian sheep fl ock has been in continuing decline contractors that if they do on farm, producers should operating best-practice wel- conduct mulesing on lambs, keep records of the pain-re- fare and supports the sustain- since the 1990’s. Although producers have seen reasonable returns from meat and it is now a requirement to ad- lieving products used. ability of our industry,” Dr wool in recent years, the industry continues to see sheep numbers reduce. minister a registered pain-re- “Details should include the Holmes added. IN ORDER to highlight the the past, and an overall data of researchers has a deep un- lief product. product trade name, species/ Victoria’s Code of Accept- key drivers of the fl ock de- and insight analysis where a derstanding of sheep produc- location of animals, identifi - These provisions came ed Farming Practice for the cline, Sheep Producers Aus- skills-based steering group tion systems and the farming cation numbers/description, into eff ect from July 1, 2020, Welfare of Sheep (Revision tralia (SPA) commissioned will determine strategic pri- community. as part of the Prevention of the date the treatment has Number 2) is also available to the ‘Sheep Supply’ Project. orities from all data collected. “We are excited to be work- Cruelty to Animals (POCTA) been applied and the dose provide a technical guide for Made up of four components, The fourth element of the ing with such a strong team of Regulations 2019. rate used.” those using mulesing as part the project aims to qualify the project relies on qualitative researchers to identify the so- The requirement to use a Dr Holmes said that there of a fl ystrike management global demand for Australian program. social science analysis to ex- cial factors which are infl u- registered pain relief prod- are a number of pain relief sheep-meat and the oppor- plore the demographics of encing the decline in sheep uct not only ensures better products available to produc- “If undertaken, mulesing tunities for investing in pro- current and past sheep pro- numbers” said AHA’s Execu- animal welfare outcomes for ers for not only mulesing but should only be done as part grams that enable increased ducers and provide an insight tive Manager Biosecurity and Victorian sheep, but it also for marking lambs in general. of an integrated approach sheep-meat supply. into the attitudes of producers Animal Health Systems, Dr helps to protect the reputation “Producers need to be to fl ystrike management “We instigated the project at diff erent points of their pro- Simon Humphrys. of Victoria’s sheep industry. aware of advantages and dis- including crutching and due to concerns about our duction career. shearing, good worm “The research team will Agriculture Victoria Pro- advantages of the available ability to supply a consistent To deliver the social science be seeking input from cur- pain relief products and the control, strategic use of volume of sheep and lamb gram Manager Livestock chemicals, genetic selection research element, AHA and rent and past sheep producers Welfare Compliance, Rachael type of pain they are target- to the processing sector and SPA have engaged Dr Roger across Australia through in- ing and consider the best fi t of sheep and paddock grazing maintain Australia’s position Holmes said only pain relief management,” she said. Wilkinson, Dr Geoff Kuehne depth qualitative interviews, products that are registered for their operation to achieve as a major supplier of sheep and Dr Neil Barr. With more and we encourage all those for use on sheep by the Aus- the desired results. Producers For more information vis- meat globally,” said SPA’s than 80 years of combined who are approached to partic- tralian Pesticides and Veteri- are best to discuss this with it agriculture.vic.gov.au/sup- CEO, Stephen Crisp. experience researching farm- ipate in this vital research.” their Veterinarian. nary Medicines Authority port-and-resources/newslet- “Understanding the drivers er decision-making and farm Interviews for this research (APVMA) can be used when “The use of pain relief ters/sheep-notes-newsletter/ of fl ock decline is vital when sector restructuring, this team will commence in April 2021. mulesing. products during the mules- spring-2020/pain-relief making policy decisions to support the rebuild or restruc- ture of the Australian sheep- meat industry.” Animal Health Australia PROPERTIES Natural Methods of (AHA) and Meat and Live- stock Australia (MLA) are as- WANTED sisting SPA in managing the diff erent components of the Mosquito Control project, which utilise both data science and social sci- AT THE VERY LEAST, mos- ence methodologies. quitoes are annoying and can The project includes a Michael Fernandez 0429 165 077 make life quite unpleasant. global demand forecast for Controlling these pests is not 2030, conducted by MLA’s about mass murdering them, Global Insights team, an anal- but about deterring them from ysis on fl ock decline to un- annoying us or entering our derstand causational factors living space. Fortunately, which have caused the fl ock there are safe, natural ways in to increase or decrease in which we can do this without having to resort to chemicals. If you fi nd that you’re one of It goes without saying that those individuals who seem one of the best control meth- to overly attract mosquitoes, ods around the home is prop- you can adjust your repellent erly installed insect screens by increasing the amount of and doors. Those mosquitoes essential oil – an extra 10 to that do still manage to fi nd 15 drops should be suffi cient. their way in can be safely dis- Maintaining an adequate patched with a herbal spray. intake of vitamin B1 (Thia- Your Rural Property Expert The following homemade mine) will make you less at- spray, which I have found tractive to mosquitoes. Foods eff ective for many years, uses sprayed around a room. rich in thiamine are grains and garlic as its main ingredient. It When out-of-doors you can seeds, such as wheatgerm, is an eff ective control method protect yourself from mosqui- rice bran, sunfl ower seed and and doesn’t smell as strongly toes with this simple repel- any wholegrain, brewer’s as you might expect, nor does lent! Simply dissolve 10 drops yeast, nuts, legumes and po- any smell linger when it is of eucalyptus or lavender oil tatoes. Vitamin B1 can also sprayed. in 30 millilitres of almond oil, be purchased as a supplement or any other bland vegetable from health food stores and To make the mosquito pharmacies. spray, add 100 grams of un- oil and rub well onto exposed peeled garlic cloves and 50 skin. Renew every two to four If you have been bitten by millilitres of mineral oil or hours or as required. mosquitoes, you can ease the vegetable oil to a glass jar. For a handy portable re- itch by applying neat laven- Seal tightly and leave to steep pellent to keep in a handbag der oil to the bite. If you have for 24 hours. 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He is the first person in the world with autism to have his art turned into an animated series, and was a finalist for TIGERS’ Young Australian of the Year, recognising his achievements and his work for autism awareness. (Google “Australian Story” GEAR The Opera House and Harbour Bridge. for more on Laser Beak Man.) AT MENSLAND We’re still here just having a go! FARM FACTS FREE DELIVERY - DROP OFF Food imports only account for 15 per cent of Australia’s daily IF NEEDED RING, and we can help work out your size. food supply. As of August 2019, 318,600 people were employed in SAMPLES CAN BE SENT to make sure of correct sizing. agriculture, forestry and fisheries which accounted for around 2.5% of the national workforce. Phone or fax Mensland 5497 1211 Email [email protected] Donald Bowlers Wind Up Season Donald Bowls Club Annual Breakup happened last Saturday evening. A cool evening saw a good The evening wound up David Romeo and Eugene turnout to celebrate the end of with the presentations of McKinnon. a difficult year. awards and trophies by the 100-up was Graeme Euvrard, A late start due to COVID president, Beryl Milne. and runner-up, Peter Kelly. restrictions, saw a short sea- The Ladies 21-up saw Peter Kelly win- son, but some good memories The ladies were presented ner (our new player with a zeal resulted as the club winds up with cash prizes (in this club to win and has a great future ); another season. the ladies prefer cash, and the and runner-up, was Jack Special thanks to green- fellows prefer trophies!) Collins. keeper, Norm Hollis, who kept The club fours winners that piece of turf immaculate Marg Quick, Brenda Brennan, Men’s pairs saw Graeme for the whole season. Jack Alison McEwen and Joan Euvrard and Jack Collins Collins, in a speech, expressed Wood. again winning, over David appreciation on everyone’s be- Ladies’ 100-up saw a new Peake and George Bowles. half. player winner, Ev Adams, Club champion was David A barbecue, appropriately with runner-up, Marion Peake, and runner-up, Peter • Norm Hollis (left), with “entertainers”, Kez Duncan and Cherry Pearce. prepared by Frank McConville McEwen. Kelly. and his team, with a yummy 21-up saw Marion again The club mixed pairs saw array of salads, all topped off the winner, this time with run- mature aged and experienced, with variety of sweets pro- ner-up Joan Wood. Joan Wood, and upcoming Hard Going for vided by the ladies, set the Ladies’ pairs, again saw youngest man, Luke Kelly, tone for an enjoyable evening. Marion winner, with Ev winning over Max Harris and Bulls’ Under-16s An intriguing skit managed Adams and the runner-up pair Lindy Morgan. as always by intrepid event were Joan Woods and Beryl The signs were ominous for the Birchip-Watchem under-16s from the The long running Willy manager with her flair for the- Milne. first bounce. Mok Club Triples saw Graeme atricals, Marion McEwen, Club champion lady was Davidson, Lindy Morgan and It was going to be a tough this quarter and added six for which saw Jade Kahukura with outside help from Kerry Lindy Morgan with Marg Ian McEwen win. day at the office, as Boort’s themselves including a long shifted on to Boort’s Tom Pot- Duncan and Cherry Pearce, Quick runner-up. Tom Potter got first use out of goal from the centre by Tom ter, which slowed down his in- and a couple of embarrassed The Men Willy was a former dentist the middle and kicked straight Potter. At the half time break fluence, but when the Bulls’ club blokes in suits, did a take Club fours winners were in town, who now resides in towards the Magpies’ strong Boort had surged ahead 8.6 Will Marks hobbled off with a on “Married at First Sight”. Bill Hegarty, George Bowles, Queensland, but still takes centre half-forward, Fraser (54) to Bulls 1.1 (7). knee injury midway through great interest in the residents Holland. Good work in defence The third quarter started the quarter, it left them one man of his former town of Donald. led by Tait Knight, Jade well for the Bulls with Ty Col- down. Kahukura and Jake Faccin re- bert kicking a goal in the first Their young players never — Tiger in the Ditch. pelled much of Boort’s attack in few minutes. Charlie Frank and stopped trying against their big- the first quarter. Connor Lee Jake Faccin were working hard ger opponents, but they could tackled hard, and Connor Boyle in the backline, and Riley only add one final behind to marked strongly and passed to Hogan was working hard in the their tally, whilst Boort contin- Will Marks, who had a shot on packs. The ball was released ued to score prolifically, with goal that missed, but after a out of the centre to Jeswin Frasier Holland adding five to hurried passage of play and a Daniels, who was up from the Boort’s winning score of 14.16 quick snap Will kicked the under-13s, and he passed to (100) to the Bulls’ 2.2 (14). Bulls’ first goal. At the first Austin Dean, who pushed the break the Bulls trailed 1.1 (7) to ball deep into the Bulls’ for- Boort’s best: Lachlan Hall, 2.1 (13). ward line, but no score resulted. Tom Potter and Samuel Bar- Kicking with a breeze in the The Bulls’ on-ball brigade was raclough second, Boort opened the quar- working hard at the centre ter with two quick goals. The bounces, and the visitors had Birchip-Watchem’s best: Jade Bulls’ backline was under re- more of play in their forward Kahukura (Sharp’s Bakery and lentless pressure, with Riley line, but the Magpies’ strength Noonan’s Tyres), Riley Hogan Hogan and Hudson McCredden was relentless. Fortunately their (BWFC Catering Committee), (on loan from the Giants) work- kicking was off line and they Charlie Frank (BWFC Junior ing tirelessly to move the ball added 1 goal, 5 behinds, to ex- Exec), Ty Colbert (TMC En- • Peter Kelly forward, but the Bulls’ for- tend their lead by 52. viro), Will Marks (Bowen’s • Joan Wood and Luke Kelly. wards were unable to capitilise. Coach Tyler made a few Sports Store), Hudson McCred- Boort kept the Bulls scoreless changes in the final quarter, den (Jake and Billy Noonan). Charlton Players at Hockey Titles Charlton Hockey Club members Elise Fitzpatrick and Campbell Evans have returned from a week representing Victoria at the National Hockey Championships in Bathurst, N.S.W.. Elise’s girls under-15s Under-12s was a fantastic Play of the Day). team came home after game to watch, Navies win- Women won 3-0. With a finishing in forth place, while ning 3-0. Murphy Fitz- couple of regulars out for the Campbell’s boys under-15s patrick’s strong hits and quick game, under-15 player L-June • Beryl Milne (left), with ladies’ fours winners, Margaret Quick, Brenda Brennan, Alison team came home with a play earned him a goal. Lila Johnston stepped up and McEwen and Joan Wood. bronze medal. Schofield was in perfect posi- played an outstanding game, Charlton Hockey Club is tion on the wing, and laid never giving up, and going extremely proud of their per- some beautiful tackles on hard for the ball. Ever reliable formances, and congratulates SLNT, with Tully Bourke coach Xanthe Fitzpatrick both players on their accom- ready to back her up. Cousins played a ripper game, running plishments. Sheena and Amali Fitz- non-stop from whistle to whis- tle. Charlton played Sea Lake- patrick’s quick passes be- Charlton awards: L-June Nandaly Tigers on Saturday. tween each other proved too fast for the opposition. Amali Johnston (Charlton Phar- Minkey: Toby Bourke Fitzpatrick scored 2 goals. macy), Trista Wright (Sign- showed great team work in Charlton’s under-15s won wise Solutions), Jess White minkey, passing to his team 8-0, with Elise Fitzpatrick (Tormey’s IGA), Kelly mates. Megg Fitzpatrick and scoring 3 goals, Sheena Fitz- Wright (Ladies’ Auxilliary). Ruby Wright proved to be a patrick 2 , Poppy Fitzpatrick dangerous duo with their fear- 2 and L-June Johnston 1. Men won 4-0. Newcomer less tackles against SLNT. Charlton awards: Elise Fitz- Will Caine played an ex- Awards: Archer Riley patrick (Charlton Newsagency), tremely determined game, (Fitzpatricks transport), So- L-June Johnston (Rex Com- scoring his first goal for the phie Roberts (Tormeys IGA), munity Theatre), Sheena Fitz- season. Brothers Henry and Megg Fitzpatrick (Ladies patrick (Ladies’ Auxilliary), Arthur Bourke worked well • Lindy Morgan, left), Margaret Quick and Beryl Milne. Auxilliary). Poppy Fitzpatrick (Coaches’ together for the Navy Blues. “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021 — PAGE 9 Learning About One Hundred Years Ago From the “Birchip Advertiser”, April 20, 1921. peals of the organ which rang over silk, silver trimmings Local and General stacks. The experience in the through the stately church be- and handmade flowers, and Wimmera Wellness fore and after the ceremony, carried a bouquet of La Mr J. W. Crosbie, who for past is enough to impress added an inspiration to the oc- France and black roses. the past 5½ years has been growers the damage that can Donald Probus members were entertained by casion. An adjournment was after- connected with the staff of be done by this pest. The bridesmaids were wards made to the Oriental Lisa Woods, following their April meeting. this office, has relinquished Mouse plagues do not Miss Clarice Warne, sister of Hotel, Collins Street, where his duties, and after a well- come at a moment’s notice, Lisa has a very bright per- the bride, and Miss Kathleen Mr and Mrs Lester held a re- earned holiday intends going and the fact that mice are nu- sonality and told her audience Watson, friend of the bride. ception, and the guests of- elsewhere, having been of- merous in the district may be she was a Queenslander, com- Mr Percy Lester, brother of fered their sincerest ing from Redcliffe, and being fered several other positions. a warning of what might be in store. the bridegroom, and shire sec- congratulations. The guests one of six children. Her * retary, Fern Tree Gully, was then partook of a wedding tea, mother worked very hard to The Rev. F. E. Richards * best man, and Mr S. J. Warne daintily served in a large sup- raise the family, as a single took his departure from Lester – Warne (brother of the bride), per room. parent, picking strawberries to Birchip on Friday last for A very pretty and attractive groomsman. support them. Camperdown, after a resi- wedding was performed on Mr Sampson, formerly MP dence in Birchip for a period Wednesday, March 23, when The bride looked pretty, for the Wimmera, referred to Lisa studied law for six of three years, during which Mr James H Lester, shire sec- and was greatly admired in a the qualities of the bride and years, but only worked in that time he had made himself retary, Birchip, second son of dress of ivory satin, over dress bridegroom, and of their re- profession for one year, as she very popular in his church Mr J. Steel Lester, Rosedale, of silk tulle, falling in points spective families and relatives found she did not like it. It work and as a citizen of Gippsland, was united in below the satin shirt, over many of whom were present was at this time she moved to Birchip. At the Methodist Cir- bond of matrimony with Miss dress all outlined in seed that evening. The toasts of the Horsham. Soon after she met cuit quarterly meeting, held Hilda Warne, youngest pearls, bodice trimmed with parents and the bridesmaids her husband Dion, who came on Wednesday, March 30, the daughter of Mr and Mrs pearls and orange blossom. were also duly honoured with from the Birchip area. circuit Stewards and officers Joseph Warne, formerly of The bride also wore a long musical accompaniment. Re- expressed their appreciation Birchip, and now of “Tepe,” train of satin lined with the sponses were adequately They are the proud parents of the work Mr Richards has Ranfurlie Cresent, East palest pink, finished with a made by the brides’ father, of three sons. Dion runs a car- done during the past three Malvern. big tulle true lovers knot and and the bridegroom and the pet cleaning business. years, and regretting his de- Both bride and bridegroom handmade flowers falling best man. Afterwards a dance parture. Mr Richards suitable are well and favourably straight from the shoulders. was heartily enjoyed by the Lisa feels motherhood is responded. The Rev. S. Allan known at Birchip, the bride The veil was lent by her younger members of the com- one of the hardest roles in life. from Nagambie, is now in being a native of that district. cousin, Mrs Stanbrook, and pany. The singing of Auld She became school chap- charge of the Birchip circuit. The ceremony was per- was caught with orange blos- Lang Syne concluded the fes- lain at Warracknabeal for 7 formed in Scots’ Church, som. She also carried a bou- tive proceedings. years before moving to * Collins Street, Melbourne, the quet of white and pale pink • Guest speaker, Another mouse plague is The honeymoon was spent Donald, and has also been Lisa Woods. Rev. Doctor Marshall, MA, carnations and streamers. The Pastor of the Church for threatened. Advice has been the minister of the church, of- first bridesmaid was attired in in Sydney and at the Blue eleven years, and her term received from Horsham that ficiating. There were a num- pale pink georgette over silk Mountains. The happy couple ends in June this year. They to commence her new business, the ground in the stubbles is ber of guests and visitors at foundation, finished with sil- will make their future home in are enjoying living in Donald. Wimmera Wellness, using riddled with mouse holes, and the service. Suitable selec- ver threads, worked panels in Birchip. The bridegroom’s aroma and natural either frosts or heavy rains tions were played on the silver and handmade flowers. gift to the bride was a single Lisa also worked for the therapies.She was also asked will drive the mice into wheat grand old organ by the distin- She carried a bouquet of La stone diamond brooch and Yarriamback Shire, which she to contribute writings towards and haystacks. guished organist, Mr Mansley France roses and blue del- gold armlets to both brides- enjoyed. a book, which will be Farmers can do no harm in Greer. phiniums and black streamers. maids. Numerous presents available for sale at the Love taking steps to safeguard their The service was eloquently and cheques were received - When her eldest son Josh Shack, in Woods Street, produce by erecting mouse and impressively performed The second bridesmaid Hawthorn and Camberwell was a new baby, she decided Donald, soon. proof fences around the by the minister, while the was attired in blue georgette “Citizen.”
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The contest designed to push the 4:05 Cycling: Tour De Legacy: The Western Front 6:00 The Art Of Remembrance [s] updates. 5:00 10 News First [s] imagination and creativity of Australia’s best Lego 5:05 Small Business Secrets 6:25 Compass (PG) [s] 7:00 Program To Be Advised 6:00 WIN News [s] builders returns for a third season, and this season 5:35 Hunting Nazi Treasure: The Mystery Of 6:55 Governor-General’s Anzac Day Message *Live* 8:45 Movie: “Danger Close: The Battle Of Long Tan” 6:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] promises to take the competition to a whole new level. Rommel’s Gold (PG) 7:00 ABC News Sunday [s] (MA15+) (’19) – In August 1966, in a Vietnamese 7:30 MasterChef Australia (PG) [s] – Superstars Week 8:45 60 Minutes (PG) [s] – 60 Minutes is Australia’s 6:30 SBS World News 7:40 Spicks And Specks [s] rubber plantation called Long Tan, 108 young and kicks off with Nigella Lawson. Contestants must leading current affairs programme, with a proven 7:30 Russia: 1000 Years Of History (PG) 8:30 Wakefield (M l,d) [s] – Raff’s loyalty to Genevieve is inexperienced Australian and New Zealand soldiers recreate Nigella’s favourite dish based on her detailed record of excellence over four decades. 9:15 Sydney’s Super Tunnel: Digging Deep (PG) seriously tested when her sexual desire runs rampant. are fighting for their lives against 2500 North description. 9:45 Australian Crime Stories: Bodies Of Evidence (M) 10:15 An Australian Hero: Keith Payne (M l) – The Kareena’s attraction to Nik is reawakened. Vietnamese and Viet Cong soldiers. Stars: Travis 9:10 FBI: Most Wanted: Spiderwebs (M) [s] – The FBI’s [s] – He was South Australia’s top forensic pathologist incredible life story of an old soldier still fighting for his 9:25 Goldstone (M l,v) [s] – Indigenous detective Jay Fimmel, Toby Blome, Alexander England, Aaron quest for answers uncovers a web of conspiracy after for 27 years, but Dr Colin Manock didn’t always get it comrades 50 years after being awarded the Victoria Swan arrives in the town of Goldstone to search for a Glenane, Uli Latukefu, Richard Te Are, Luke Bracey, Crosby’s old army buddy is attacked in an apparent right. From questionable methodology to performing a Cross for saving 40 men in a brutal Vietnam war missing person, and his simple duty becomes Sean McCarthy drug deal gone wrong, while two gang members are public autopsy, ACS reveals the high-level cover-ups. battle. Keith Payne overcomes the darkness of complicated when he uncovers a web of crime and 11:15 Movie: “Fallen” (M l) (’98) – Homicide detective brutally killed by a prison guard. 10:55 Shallow Grave: The Puzzle (MA15+) [s] – Those alcohol and PTSD that threatened to destroy his corruption. John Hobbes witnesses the execution of serial killer 10:10 FBI: Most Wanted: Getaway (M) [s] – When a who worked the tragic murder case of Lincolnshire marriage and family and emerges to inspire veterans 11:20 Top Of The Lake: China Girl: Surrogate (M l,n) [s] Edgar Reese. Soon after the execution, the killings father and son bank robbing duo escape from a prison restaurateur Rumel Bakar reveal the extraordinary and and school kids alike. 1:25 Black Comedy (M l) [s] start again, and they are very similar to Reese’s style. transport van on their way to trial, the team must hunt gruesome trail that lead to his killers’ arrests. 11:15 Who Gets To Stay In Australia? 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Anzac Day — Lest We Forget Anzac Day is the day of the year when ex-servicemen and women, and many who currently serve, assemble to remember past service of colleagues on the battlefield and current serving members who contribute to main- taining Australia as a free and democratic country. The sacrifices have been the balance. 50,000 British In- great. One rural family living fantry had fought bravely (ear- at Mologle on the Mitiamo – lier in the day) but were driven Swan Hill railway line enlisted back” by the Ottoman forces four sons to serve in World consisting of German and World War 1 (“Weekly Times” Turkish soldiers. As the sun 14/4/2021). Three sons died began to set and defeat likely, on the battlefield – what pain the Australians attacked Beer- and loss and grief! Just one re- sheba with 800 men on horse- turned home to run the family back. farm. way for the creation of the In the first World War, one “The Australian Light Horse modern state of Israel in 1948. of the most incredible battles Commander, Sir General On Anzac day we pause to that Australian soldiers have Chauvel, had received orders remember, “Lest we forget”. ever fought in was the calvary to storm Beersheba, and it had Thank God for soldiers who charge which took place in to be won before nightfall at died in wars to give us partial 1917 at Beersheba in Israel. all costs. History tells us the • Bruce Stewart freedom. The final phase of this battle Light Horse Brigade charged were stepping on the verses of We rightly remember them was the mounted charge of the through the desert for 5 km to- the Bible and they knew it.” on Anzac Day. But thank Australian 4th Light Horse wards Beersheba under the It was said of the Aus- God all the more for Jesus, Brigade. Two motion films guns of the Ottoman force tralian Light Horse Brigade who died in the greatest peace have been made about this holding their bayonets in their leader, Sir General Chauvel, initiative of all time to give us amazing event in the First hands like swords. that “he carried with him on eternal freedom – true free- World War. all of his campaigns a copy of dom. He laid down His life so “Brutal hand-to-hand com- the Bible which he regularly that sinful people can be rec- Beersheba is steeped in his- bat followed and 31 Aus- onciled with our Holy God – tory. It means “well of the read, and from which he drew tralians were killed, but the 4th inspiration. He was an active our Creator, if we so choose to oath”, so named by Abraham Light Horse Brigade pre- repent of our sin and put our and recorded in the Biblical member of his local church in vailed. They had defeated an Australia”. trust in Jesus. book of Genesis (21:31). The Ottoman force five times their wells had provided water not He and a number of the size, and captured Beersheba Light Horsemen, as revealed For God made Christ, who only to Abraham, but to Moses and its vital water supply”. never sinned, to be the offering and David. Now, on the by letters sent home to loved ones, were very aware of the for our sin, so that we could evening of October 31, 1917, At the 100th. anniversary be made right with God the Allied army desperately Biblical significance of where celebrations four years ago, they were, and what they were through Christ. 2 Corinthians needed access to this water. Israeli Prime Minister, Netan - 5:21. They needed 1.7 million litres doing. yahu recounted: “Anzac sol- On ANZAC day, and in- of water for thirsty men and diers went on to capture horses. Just weeks later, the Aus- deed every day, we can pause, Jerusalem, then continued tralians marched with General remember and with gratitude Australian historian Kelvin northwards. They were actu- Allenby into Jerusalem, while give thanks - Lest We Forget Crombie records: “On Octo- ally retracing the footsteps of in London the Balfour Decla- ber 31, 1917, the war hung in the heroes of the Bible, they ration was signed, paving the Bruce Stewart
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PAGE 12 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021. Keen Contest for Bulls and Boort Women: It was a perfect improvement throughout the Harry Cook and Austin day for hockey at Boort. match. When the Bulls got Dean combined well for the Starting out strong, Birchip- their first attacking short corner, Bulls to prevent any further Watchem scored two goals to the team tried hard to sneak attacking moves by Boort. Boort’s one in the first half. through a goal but to no avail. Although the Bulls had many Bulls defenders worked Goals were scored for scoring opportunities in the overtime to prevent Boort Boort after its attackers were first half, with forays from from scoring more goals. too strong for Birchip- Sassia Coffey, Austin Dean Both teams demonstrated Watchem’s defence. When and Allie Knights, the Boort their determination to score Boort scored its ninth goal, defence was solid and effec- and put the odds in their Barry Clark was working tive. The Bulls had a short favour. hard in defence to be a re- corner, but were unable to In the second half, the liable and strong presence. convert, leaving both teams Magpies pushed forward by With fifteen minutes left, remained scoreless at half time. working together and com- the Bulls were running out of Coach Darcy Reid switched municating well. They broke energy, as many players were up Birchip-Watchem’s posi- through the Bulls’ defence playing their second match tions slightly in the second and were rewarded with five for the day. Boort continued half, which led to more at- more goals. Boort’s goal to pepper the goals, but tack. Sassia Coffey and scorers were Chelsea Chal- Kristy Knights and her team- Austin Dean combined well lis-Broad (3), Ebony Cham- mates worked hard to stop as to provide the Bulls with berlain (2) and Lily Caine. many as they could. The more scoring opportunities. For Birchip-Watchem the final score was Boort 12 de- Harry Cook and Austin Dean goal scorers were Bridie feated Birchip-Watchem 0. controlled the play for much Reid and Talei Brooks. Both Goals for Boort: Hayden of the second half, ably as- teams played a great game, Rowley (3), Blake Slatter sisted by the Angel sisters, and the final score was a 6-2 (2), Luke Slatter (2), Alex Jenna and Zali. This gave • Birchip-Watchem’s Kellie Matthews attempts to intercept Boort’s Ebony Chamberlain as win for Boort. Chamberlain (2), Paul Fer- the Bulls’ forwards Emily she runs the ball into attack during Saturday’s women’s game. Birchip-Watchem awards: nee, Seamus Meadows and Barber and Eliza Gould several Bridie Reid (O’Donnell’s Toby Poxon. chances on the pads to score; Nevertheless, all of the in the defensive end, stop- Minkey: Birchip- Café) and Tiffany Bull Birchip-Watchem awards: however, the Boort goalie twelve young Bulls players ping many goal attempts Watchem welcomed some (BWHC). Samuel Hogan (Bowen’s was too good and frustrated found their feet and demon- from the Boort side. Anthony new faces to its minkey Men: Beautiful weather Sports Store) and James their attempts to score. strated the progression of Darby made his debut for the team. It didn’t take long to and field were the positives Paley (BWHC). The Bulls’ defence, led by their skills. Beau Haslam Birchip-Watchem side and get right into the game. It to a defensive match for Under-15s: The game the Hogan combination of was commended for follow- proved to be a valuable asset, was great to see some im- Birchip-Watchem. From the promised to be a hard-fought Samuel and Georgia, also ing her coaches’ instructions scoring a goal in the second provement and the kids beginning, the Bulls de- contest and it lived up to all worked hard throughout the to not lift her stick off the half to give the Bulls a 3-0 having fun. fended hard with Kristy expectations. The Bulls second half. Samuel is en- ground. victory. Knights outstanding as the opened the game well and joying his time on the field, Birchip-Watchem started Birchip-Watchem awards: Birchip-Watchem awards: goalie supported by the had much of the play early after playing for many years off with the first centre. Jack Knights (Birchip News- Jed Coffey (Mallee Shearing backline. There were short on, with two short corners in as a goalie. Noah Dean and Ollie Cook agency), Beau Haslam Shed), Des Coffey (Paul & corners within the first 15 the first five minutes. How- Final scores: Birchip- were strong in the midfield, (BWHC). Cathy Lowry). minutes, and Boort was ever, this attacking play was Watchem 0 drew with Boort 0. attacking, defending and pro- unable to score as the Bulls thwarted by a strong Boort Birchip-Watchem awards: viding goal scoring opportu- made some terrific saves. defence, which was able to Harry Cook (Sharp’s Bakery) nities. The first and only goal “Cheeky” Leader James Paley never counter-attack quickly and and Tylah Haslam (BWHC). for the first half was scored stopped running throughout effectively. Boort’s Alex Under-12s: Having had a by Lana Angel, who was on the match, and kept Boort on Cockerell executed multiple year off and being only the the post as a wing. for Wyche. Golf While the first half saw its toes. Boort continued to tomahawks, but none found second game into the 2021 Golf at Wycheproof commenced after the move the ball down the field the goals thanks to Harry season, Birchip-Watchem both teams sharing the play, quickly and scored two quick Cook’s gutsy and persistent rotated positions to allow the second half was domi- AGM and barbeque on Sunday, April 11. goals. Birchip-Watchem’s defence, and a goal-saving every player to learn and nated by Birchip-Watchem. Positions remained the same as 2020, with forward line played consis- tackle from Tylah Haslam. become familiar with them. Jack Knights scored an early Allan “Cheeky” Coatsworth at the helm. tently. Recruits Jake Faccin goal to gain the upper edge. and the Slater boys showed The Bulls’ goalie, Willow Heather Hogan was a wel- Conditions are quite dry, Ryan, and full back, Torey come guest at the AGM and but there is pretty good dry Atkinson, were tremendous also on the course. cover - just add water. Down the Stableford Men’s winner, D. Denny Middle? Boort Hosts Bulls’ Under-13s 45 points; runner-up, G. Allan Thank you to all club 37 points. members for the food for (By “Ivor Hooke”) Birchip-Watchem Under-13s, topped up with Ladies’ winner, Julie Monday evening’s catering. Playing a difficult game in which to score some Boort players, had a closely contested McLennan; runner-up, Heather It was delish! match, but were over run in the final quarter Hogan. well didn’t deter a good turnout of men from Ball count: T. Trewin, V. Wednesday saw 7 ladies playing at Donald at the weekend. against the wind. Grant, R. McLennan. play a Stroke event and N.T.P: G. Allan. putting. The winner on Saturday, seen hitting his second shot The Bulls started the day Jeswin Daniel. The welcome Stableford, April 18: Winner, Ev Adams 98-25, with a fine score of 79-9, 70, on the eleventh hole from the with plenty of spark, with arrival of Eva Coffey and Jeswin Daniel and Willow Gabby O’Donnell, another first Winner: T. Trewin 39 73 nett. Runner-up, Debbie was Matt Clark. Runner- up bank of the dam. Ryan working the ball into the gamer from the netball court, points; runner-up, Jed Bish 36 Burton 85-9, 76 nett. was Rob Marshall, 91-21, 70. Apparently it wasn’t un- forward line, but the Bulls boosted team morale, and the points. Putting: Beris Jones 25 Geoff Harvey was playing derstood how Des Jess got his couldn’t convert. Roshan Bulls scored again through Ball count: V. Grant, A. putts. good golf on Saturday, but on ball on the 14th. scrape. Harith, in for his first game, Jeswin Daniel, followed by an- Coatsworth. N.T.P: 14th., Debbie Bur- Sunday he played even better, Someone remarked that he brought some much needed other through a set shot from N.T.P: Trev. Rumbold. ton “again”; 16th., Brenda to win with an excellent score height and worked well across Charlie Barber, to give the must have watched a James Encouragement award: John Brennan. of 82-15, 67. Des Jess was the half-back line, and a goal by Bulls a two point lead at the last Bond movie, with Bond play- Jack Knights in the dying change. Grant. Good luck to the 5 girls on runner-up on 87-17, 70. ing billiards. Monday, April 26, for Pen- Nearest the pins for the minutes of the quarter put the Despite the valiant efforts of It’s bad when the wheel Bulls in front by a point at the Kobe Hamilton at full-back, the Heard at the 19th. nant at Boort. weekend: The fourteenth, • “Duck” Grant showed off falls off your game, but it was first break, 1.3 (9) to Boort 1.2 (8). Magpies had too many options Next week we will be sponsored by Donald Me- some amazing trick shots on worse for Matt Spencer, when With the wind in the second to score, and assisted by the playing Stableford and don’t chanical and Tyre Service, No. 15. his son bumped his bottle off quarter, Boort was able to cap- wind, they were hard to contain forget something for the raffle Des Jess; sixteenth, sponsored italise on the score board. in the final quarter. Jake O’Fla- • Happy 50th. birthday an- his buggy. I believe his game please. by Donald Community Bank, Darby Perryman was providing herty and Deakin Hird contin- niversary to Barney Ryan. deteriorated from then on. Highlights Geoff Harvey. the home team with opportuni- ued to play well for the • Dane Mclennan was heard Dad’s Army on Thursday, Matt Clark could have al- ties to score, and Liam King Magpies and with five individ- to be overthinking his think- and Lowlights was converting. Charlie Barber ual goal scorers adding to their • Maree’s body has packed April 15: The winner was most driven the 18th. fairway; ing. Graeme Cocking on 25 points, unfortunately, his ball ended and Chriswin Daniel were both tally throughout the day they • 14 players for the first 2 it in . . . now it is her eyes, as playing out of the centre for the were able to record their first she attempted to fill the milk from Kelvin Clark, also 25. near the boundary fence. rounds is a pretty reasonable A big welcome to new Bulls, helping out the backs and win of the season 7.7 (49) to 4.5 jug with the lid stil on! defending well, and Noah Dean (29). start. • It was “cart city” on members Tyson Coats and Coming Events and Ollie Cook continued to Birchip-Watchem best: Jeswin • Tommy Trewin has set Wednesday, with 4 carts, but Luke Clark. This weekend will again work the ball forward well to- Daniel (Noonan tyres glass), the pace for the first 2 weeks still 2 players chose to walk 9 Good hitting, and we hope be stroke and the Monthly gether, but Boort won the quar- Charlie Barber (Sharp’s Bakery), with best scores from the holes – well done Enid and you enjoy the great game of Medal. It has also been con- ter, adding two goals to lead 3.2 Willow Ryan (BWFC catering football fraternity. Beris. golf. firmed that Kara Kara veter- (20) to 1.3 (9) at the half-time committee), Kobe Hamilton • Donald Denny got online • We are few in numbers at Heard at ans’ golf will commence at break. (O’Donnell’s Cafe), Chriswin to buy a pair of Pakistani san- The third quarter was lively, Daniel (Steve Bourke). the moment, but look forward the Nineteenth Charlton on Tuesday, April dals! with Boort scoring an early Boort’s best: D. Perryman, — Woof, woof, woof, woof, to our other golfers being My spy was on the job and 27, 9.30 a.m., assembly for 10 goal, quickly followed up by J. O’Flaherty, D. Hird, S. McClel- back soon! reported that Jacob Bath was o’clock start. one from the Bulls’ captain land. woof. “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021 — PAGE 13 Charlton’s Netballers at Sea Lake Sea Lake-Nandaly Tigers turned on the weather for Charlton on Saturday with all games played in lovely sunshine. ‘13-and-Under: After With changes made, the some great strides being made third quarter saw both teams a at training, and a week of com- little unsettled for the first petition netball under the belt couple of minutes. Both for first-time players, the 13s gained lots of turnover ball, team was excited to take on and there was plenty of oppor- SLNT. In what was an impres- tunity for defensive rebounds. sive improvement in skills It was Charlton which settled from the previous week, the best, and the goaling from Charlton was able to provide Emily Olive and Tahli Roberts its coach with plenty of smiles allowed them to close the lead right from the outset. In the SLNT had to 1 by the close of • Charlton goal attack, Emily Lanyon, passes off to team-mate Sarah Smith during Saturday’s “B” grade game against first quarter, Charlton’s defen- the quarter. Sea Lake-Nandaly. Also pictured are the Tigers’ goal defence, Natalie Hickey (left) and centre, Keely Griffiths. sive skills were strong, and The pressure of a close great rebounding and inter- game again saw turnovers and was impressive winner, 43 cepts from Maggie Riley gave from both teams at the start of to 17. their attacking players plenty the final quarter. Charlton was “B” grade: During the of opportunities. SLNT, how- able to convert the first goal to opening quarter the Charlton ever, was just as strong in de- draw the scores level. Inter- defensive unit of Megan fence, and the difference in the cepts from Abby Sanderson in Bruns, Tessa Sexton and teams at quarter-time was the wing defence and great defen- Chelsea Deason was impres- ability to convert opportunities sive rebounds allowed Charl- sive, creating repeated turn into goals. SLNT was able to ton enough opportunity to take over ball. The flow down the take the lead 3 to 1. the lead and finish with the court was enjoyable to watch. The second quarter pro- win, 27 to 25. The Rex Cinema The scores were kept reason- gressed the same as the first, Best went to Dayne Bartlett for ably close due to the goalers with more turnovers happen- taking intercepts all over the finding it difficult to find their ing in the midcourt. Delilah court, and Zali Heenan re- range. At quarter-time Charl- Harris’s footwork was spot on, ceived the Bendigo Bank ton led 8-5. and Stella Nicholson moved Coaches’ award for strong In the second quarter Stacy well in the midcourt. How- leading on the wing. ever, Charlton’s goalers could- Dunstan provided great drive n’t match the effort of SLNT’s “C” grade: Following the on the ring, and Emily high of a win last week, Charl- Lanyon’s movement in goals • Charlton under-16s’ goal goalers, who managed to ex- kicker, Michael Olive, gets tend their lead. ton’s “C” grade was looking and connection with fellow boot to ball before Sea Lake- A number of changes at forward to round 2. Despite shooter Lucinda Holmes- half-time meant that Charlton the loss of a couple of players Brown improved, Tessa Sex- Nandaly’s Jacob Hatcher bolstered its defence. It worked due to injury and commit- ton was strong under the ring can complete his tackle. well, and Charlton was able to ments, there was great connec- in defence, gaining many re- create many turnovers; how- tion between all the players on bounds, and whilst SLNT won ever, SLNT’s defence was too court in the opening minutes. the quarter, Charlton went into Charlton Juniors “Hit the Calder” strong for the Charlton attack- Kasey King was wonderful in half time with a 1-goal lead. ers, and many intercepts meant centre, and proved to be the Charlton continued to gain the opportunities for Charlton driving force for Charlton in turnovers in defence in the Charlton under-13 footballers travelled the Calder to Sea Lake full of to goal were limited. attack. However, SLNT’s de- third, and the goalers found hope after a confidence building scratch match win in round one. Going into the last quarter fensive height was an obstacle their range, leading to them Charlton’s goalers weren’t winning the quarter by 7 goals. In the first quarter Charlton hard to defend Sea Lake’s goal centre and put Charlton’s de- it was a tussle up and down the kicked into a stiff breeze, and square, determined not to let any- fence, led by Will Allan, under court, with both teams creating able to overcome. With great In the final quarter the rebounding and making the goalers were given plenty of started well in the middle, where thing through and to keep the continual pressure. Will was a lot of turnover ball. Whilst Isaac Bourke worked tirelessly in Tigers scoreless for the last term. well assisted by new comers most of its time in the goal ring opportunities through repeated the scoring was low, the effort the ruck, and Jye Roberts was in All Charlton supporters at the Harry Conroy and William Ison, from both teams, and skill SLNT was able to take a turnovers in the midcourt, and complete control in the centre ground were on the edge of their and the ever reliable Elliott Fitz- throughout the game, kept im- strong lead into quarter time. Tessa Sexton’s rebounding; square. Sea Lake kicked two skil- seats, and when Connor Frazzica patrick and Cooper Boyle, who proving. SLNT’s goalers were The second quarter contin- however SLNT won the quar- ful goals with the aid of the snapped truly to score a major were determined to make Sea able to ensure they ran out ued in the same way. Despite ter by a goal. breeze, but the Navy Blues were with a minute remaining, Charl- Lake earn every possession. winners 8 to 1. The Bendigo good space being made by Final scores: Charlton 32 to up for the challenge, and kicked ton hit the front for the first time At half-time Sea Lake was Bank coaches’ award went to Tara O’Connor, and lovely SLNT 25. an important goal into the breeze in the game, and was able to showing why it was the reigning Maggie Riley, and Anika movement in the goal ring by The Charlton Massage through Seb Zagame, to keep in record the thrilling win. premier side, but Charlton con- Holmes-Brown received the Stacy Dunstan, it was SLNT’s Clinic Best went to Tessa Sex- touch with Sea Lake. Final scores: Charlton 5.1 tinued to fight for the footy and Rex Cinema Coaches’ award. rebounding and accurate goal- ton, and Emily Lanyon re- After scoring another goal (31) defeated Sea Lake-Nandaly work together as a team, and the Delilah Harris gained a special ing that increased its lead at ceived the Loveland Electrical each in the second quarter, Sea 4.1 (25). scoreboard wasn’t a reflection of mention for fantastic improve- half time. Coaches Award. Lake kept the lead 3.1 to Charl- Goals for Charlton: Connor the efforts being put in. ment. ton 2 straight, going into the half- Frazzica 2, Murphy Fitzpatrick, After half-time a few changes A change in the line-up by “A” grade: In the first time break. Charlie Zagame, Seb Zagame. were made, and whilst Sea Lake Under-16 “A”: After a Charlton for the third quarter quarter of “A” grade, teams The third quarter continued Charlton awards: Walsh could get the score on the board, much like the second; both teams Motor best on ground socks, Charlton struggled to find the big draw in round 1 against was not able to curb SLNT, went goal for goal, SLNT managed to kick another goal, Ollie Daykin; North West Ag sticks, and Sea Lake extended its Wycheproof, Charlton’s 16 which took full advantage of having a 1-goal lead at quarter time. In the second, Kirsty and the score was still in Sea bag, Connor Frazzica; Snows lead to 53 points at three quarter “A”s were looking for a its time in possession. Superb Lake’s favour going into the last, Shearing Beanie, Jye Roberts; time. chance to notch up their first efforts were made by Bec Sex- McKenzie took some great in- SLNT 4.1 to Charlton 3 goals. Signwise Solutions Hydration, Charlton’s boys didn’t give win in 2021. The first quarter ton throughout the quarter in tercepts, and Abby Thompson Ollie Daykin and Ethan Seb Zagame; Roberts Wind-row- up and continued to work hard all saw some great goaling by defence. It was SLNT’s rebounded well to gain Soulsby were stopping every- ing and Fencing Contractors, over the ground, and were finally Tahli Roberts early, and Isabel rhythm, however, that allowed turnover ball in defence. Scor- thing at half-back, and both Ethan Soulsby; Bill Russell, Liam rewarded when Nick Thompson Soulsby’s movement in the it to have successive attempts ing proved difficult at the other teams were getting plenty of the Monaghan; Auxiliary Mars Bar, managed to get the ball clear centre and ability to read the moving into attack and was end, however, and Charlton ball, but the scoring opportunities Cooper McGrath. from the centre and kicked it into ball off the hands were strong. constantly putting pressure on went into the half time break 1 weren’t forthcoming. Charlton’s Under-16s space, where Michael Olive, in SLNT, however, worked around Charlton’s defenders. goal down. With a change in tackling pressure stood out with Charlton knew it was going to his first under-16s game, gath- this to move the ball into at- Charlton again made game plan in the third, Charl- the players working hard all be a tough contest up against the ered it up and snapped it through tack, both teams settling into a changes leading into the fourth ton was able to open up the at- over the spacious Sea Lake oval. 2019 premiership team, Sea the goals. good rhythm. SLNT made the quarter, as did SLNT. Kasey tack through strong leadership Connor Frazzica at centre Lake-Nandaly Tigers. Both Final scores: Charlton 1.1 (8) most of its goaling opportuni- King moving back into the from Erin McGurk. This com- half-forward and Ollie Daykin at teams had plenty of opportunities lost to Sea Lake-Nandaly 13.7 ties, and led 11-10 at quarter centre was able to steady the bined with accurate shooting centre half-back, dominated the and were getting plenty of the (94). time. ball through the midcourt for and strong rebounding from last quarter, and with Murphy ball, but Sea Lake was able to Goal: Michael Olive. Fitzpatrick snapping a great goal convert on the board. Charlton Charlton awards: Charlton Strong goaling was a fea- Charlton. Coming out of a Maddi Fitzpatrick, saw Charl- quarter where they were under ton take a 5-goal lead into followed up by another to Con- centre players Hunter Connolly, Mensland best on ground sock, ture for SLNT in the second nor, Charlton was only one point Nick Thompson; Wrights Car- constant pressure, Charlton’s three-quarter time. Teams re- Nick Thompson, Bailey Dixon quarter also. Fantastic space behind. and Hugh Sait were working pentry and Digging Hydration, defenders were ready, and mained even in the final quar- and movement from Zali First year players Liam Mon- hard and contesting the ball, and Hunter Connolly; Heenan’s Heenan and Dayne Bartlett for created numerous turnovers in ter, Charlton running out aghan and Cooper McGrath were the quarter-time score didn’t re- Charlton Authorised Newsagency, Charlton through the midcourt the last quarter. Charlton’s winner, 40-36. North Central showing off their skills and get- flect their efforts. Sea Lake Will Allan; Nutrien, Cooper was important in moving the goalers were also able to capi- Smash Repairs and Restora- ting plenty of the footy, and with scored the only goal for the quar- Boyle; Gulthul Pty Ltd Will and ball into attack. However, it talise more often in this quarter tion Best went to Maddi Fitz- the ball in Frazzica’s hands he ter to lead by 9 points going into Jac Leslie, Elliott Fitzpatrick; was not enough to overcome on their goaling opportunities. patrick, and Chloe Walsh was able to level the scores. the first break. Roberts Windrowing and Fenc- SLNT’s movement into its As the game closed out, SLNT received the Heenan’s Charlton With both teams contesting The second quarter was dom- ing Contractors, Harry Conroy; goals as it led 19 to 15 at half- was able to keep their side of Authorised Newsagency coach’s the ball all over the ground, inated by Sea Lake, which man- Auxiliary Mars Bar, William time. the scoreboard ticking over award. Charlton’s backline worked extra aged to clear the ball from the Ison. PAGE 14 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021. Donald Netballers at Wycheproof The sun was shining and the day was set to be a cracker. Donald headed off to Wycheproof for its first away games.
With 5 wins, it was a great capitalize on their turnovers. court continued to pressure day on court for the Royal Donald 16 to Wyche.-N’port. Wyche. Donald 37 to Wyche.- Blues. Well done to the 16- 2. Now settled into the game, N’port. 8. and-Under “A” on their first Donald continued its pressure. Donald had great talk all game for the season. The girls The girls were working beau- down the court, helping and worked together very nicely, tifully together and did not directing each other. Players and all looked very happy to look at all like they had missed continued to back each other be back out on court. Last a year! Donald’s goalers were up, chasing down balls, and Thursday at training Nikki rotating well and finding nice coming away with a convinc- Donnellon took a session for space in the ring. Wyche ing win. the 16-U and the Seniors. calmed and found the score Final scores: Donald 52 d. Nikki is a former Royal Blue, board a few more times. Wyche.-N’port. 10. having spent her juniors and Donald 28 to Wyche.-N’port. Awards: Gilchrist and Co., early seniors years playing 9. Donald made changes and Bella Forrest; Clothes Bin, here before heading to its defenders continued to Kiara Cameron. Bendigo. She has an extensive work hard. The attacking end playing and coaching resume, worked well together and the “A” grade: First quarter Donald thoroughly enjoyed game was a lot more free was a close start. Donald her sharing her wealth of flowing. The defenders gained scored the first couple of goals knowledge and her values, and some great rebounds and the but Wyche picked up the pres- very much appreciated her goalers converted. Donald 38 sure. Donald was a little making the trek home to visit to Wyche.-N’port. 12. At times crowded at times and it was and do hope we can get her Donald needed to settle, but goal for goal through the quar- back again soon. still managed to push away. ter. Both sides fought hard and With the NCNA squads an- Wyche fought hard all match, attacked the ball. They both nounced, Donald has some but struggled with the immense had equal opportunities and great representation. Congrat- pressure from Donald’s De- some nervous breaks. Donald ulations to Addison Funcke fence. snuck in a break at the end and and Laila Riely (13-U), Macie Final scores: Donald 45 to took the lead into the break. • Donald’s Rowie Anderson (foreground) fires off a pass to team-mate Megan Godkin during Mortlock, Arli Geddes, Alexa Wyche.-N’port. 17. Donald 12 Wyche.-N’port. 10. Saturday’s “C” grade game against Wycheproof-Narraport. Also pictured is the Demons’ Cameron, Johanna Griffiths, Donald Newsagency, Jorja Second quarter Donald had Kahlia Borserio. Lainey Mortlock, Scarlett Roberts; Johnos Diner, Toni some good passages of play Funcke (15-U) Kiara Berry, Jones; coaches’, Macie Mort- and great movement in the Claudia Griffiths and Grace lock, Arli Geddes. ring. Donald picked up the Leeder (17-U) on being “C” grade: A slowish start. talk and drove well throughout selected. All the best at your Both teams were making the midcourt. It was high in- Clash of North-Central Titans tournaments as you represent turnovers. Donald settled and tensity in the second as the Royal Blues at the next cleared out the nerves and was Donald managed to find com- • Continued from page 16. Lachlan Allison, Steve and the ever reliable combina- level of netball. able to break away. Wyche.- posure. shown flashes of outstanding Nicholson, defenders Trevor tion of James Wall, Josh Pot- A big “thank you” to the N’port. 10 to Don 5. Great de- team football, but nothing to Rumbold, Spencer Allan and ter and Daniel Pearce, the Royal Blues Social Commit- fensive pressure from Donald Half-time: Donald 23 suggest that they are a hidden Dane McLennan in good Royal Blues might have too tee for organising and orches- in the second saw it further its Wyche.-N’port 17. powerhouse, ready to burst form, Wyche.-Narraport’s much depth for the Magpies trating the rotation dinner. lead. Wyche worked tirelessly, With a few changes at the into life at any moment. greater physical strength to counter. From all accounts a great night but Donald’s Defenders break, Donald took a little to An injury to big ruckman, should provide a match win- Boort has recruited well, was had by all. worked much better in the settle; however, players lifted Harry Crone, could cruel St. ning edge. with Matt Chisari, Jesse Mus- This Saturday night its up ring. Donald was chasing their talk, working everyone Arnaud’s season even before Donald takes on Boort, catello, Cody Gunn and Levi to the Blue Room for the every ball. into the game. Defenders it gets fully under way. which has had to battle it out Roberts-Moss creating a very hockey casserole team. Half-time scores: Donald lifted their work rate with A good mix of home- against Sea lake-Nandaly and Tomorrow Donald takes on 23 to Wyche.-N’port. 8. strong hands over pressure good impression in their first grown talent, in the likes of Birchip-Watchem in the open- forays into North-Central the Boort Magpies. With some Some great centre court de- through the centre third. A few Mitch Egan, Tom Bertalli, ing rounds – the toughest as- great netball to be played, fence from the attackers saw too many turnovers from football. Tom Douglas, Nick Baldwin signment of any this season so make sure you pop by for a some great intercepts. Zara Wyche saw Donald extend the and Lachie Flanaghan, has With experienced cam- look. Staples and Megan Godkin lead. Donald 35, Wyche.-N’- far. been bolstered by the inclu- The Royal Blues are paigners Keiran Wilson, Round 2 results: moved very well in the goal port. 26. Nathan Maw and Jack Smith ring and found the net. Donald sion of Crone, Jason Rogers hoping that former Coburg 13-and-Under “A”: It was In the last quarter Donald and Anguis Grant. footballer, Daniel Venditti, a to back them up, there is rea- a beautiful sunny morning to steamed ahead with a fantastic son for Magpie supporters to quarter. Donald 44 to Wyche.- picked up some more with The absence of Crone to- triple “best and fairest” win- start the day off. Donald great movement in the goal morrow, against an impres- be optimistic this season. started well with some great N’port. 13. ner for the Lions, will make ring, and a lot more pressure sive Wycheproof-Narraport At home, however, Donald shooting and drives through In the last quarter Donald his North-Central debut. over Wyche.’s passes. Wyche will be very hard to beat. the court. The girls were work- had found its straps and pow- combination, might mean the This will help to offset the ered ahead. Wyche defenders remained consistent through- difference between success loss through injury of two of ing well, using names and out the match, but Donald was And in the clash of arch coming to the ball. Donald’s were working overtime, with and failure. the team’s best ball users, rivals Charlton and Wedder- the ball continually heading too strong and constant Not that the Demons will Darcy Harrison and Mick defence stood strong and throughout. burn, the outcome is anyone’s Wyche found it hard to break their way. Donald shooters be at full strength, with ex - Foster, who have been im- guess. had found their rhythm in the Final scores: Donald 45 d perienced recruit, Aaron Hen- pressive in recent games. through. Donald led 6 to Charlton has lost several last, and pushed out to finish Wyche.-N’port. 28 neman expected to miss the With Ross Young in great Wyche.-N’port. 1. Donald very solid contributors to in- started the second well, lead- off nicely. Awards: Donald Hotel, encounter because of injury. touch, supported by a wealth jury over the past fortnight, ing to the ball and passing Final scores: Donald 58 d. Claudia Griffiths; Mensland, But with Boe Bish, James of young talent, including including Luke Mulquiny, very nicely. Wyche also settled Wyche.-N’port 15. Matilda Griffiths. Coatsworth, ruckman Ryan Cody Brooks, Aaron Schoield, and found the score board, Gilchrist & Co, Zara Sta- Tim Hill and Daniel Thiesz. with the quarter evenly ples; Bullock’s Head Tavern, To be anywhere near their matched. Half-time Donald 8 Molly Campbell. best, the Navy Blues need this Wyche.-N’port. 3. trio fit and firing, in support With changes, it took the “B” grade: A very fast of consistent performers girls a while to settle. Donald paced start, with tight defence Aaron Walklate, Anthony were playing great netball but and strong rebounds. Donald’s Judd, Tom Finlay and Rhys quick passes into the ring gave found it hard to convert. Thompson. Donald’s defence was tight it the edge. Wyche fought hard and although struggling to find but was unable to stem the Riely Thiesz, Jack Thomp- the score board it held Wyche flow of Donald’s goalers. Don. son, Darcy McCallum and off. Donald 8 to Wyche.-N’- 16 to Wyche.-N’port. 3. Jordan Collins in defence port. 4. The last quarter was Donald managed to break have also been impressive, very defensive from both Wyche’s first centre, and con- but against a Redback outfit sides. A great effort from both, tinued from there. Wyche building a full head of steam, beautiful netball skills and continued to work hard the odds favour the visitors sportsmanship. Donald’s great through the midcourt, but tomorrow. Donald’s defence stood strong start saw it through. With Will Holt providing a Final scores: Donald 8 d. and the goalers were firing. Donald had great use of space focal point up forward, sup- Wyche.-N’port. 4. ported by Isaac Holt, Darcy Bev’s Baubles, Addison and worked nicely down the Jackson, coach Danny Be- Funcke; Johno’s Diner, Milla court. Half-time: Donald 28 to Adams. Wyche.-N’port. 5. Some naim, Adam Postle and 16-and-Under “A”: The changes to Donald saw some Hamish Winter-Irving pro- girls took to the court for the fresh legs. Donald’s attackers viding strong resistance in de- were working very well, fol- • Sharing the load: Sea Lake-Nandaly’s Wade Donnan clears the ball from congestion with fence, and midfielder Jordan first time this year. They set- tled after a few minutes and lowing shots and rebounding a quick handball to brother Trent, as the Tigers generate another positive move against Rosengren working well with looked very comfortable. Great well. Donald’s strength all Charlton last Saturday. Also pictured are the Navy Blues’ Tim Hill and Sea Lake-Nandaly’s ruckman Jordan Hargreaves defensive pressure through the over the court was wearing Connor Michael. The Donnan brothers, together with sibling and key defender, Kane, will and Corey Lowry, the Red- midcourt saw numerous inter- Wyche.-N’port. down. Great be among the key players in North-Central’s game of the day against Birchip-Watchem to- backs should remain unde- cepts and Donald were able to team work through the centre morrow. feated at the end of round 3. “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 23, 2021 — PAGE 15 The Buloke Times SPORTSPORT Est. 1875
Clash of North-Central Titans Two rounds into North-Central’s 2021 season, and despite not having jury and the recent birth of It is these players that And the battle between Chol been fully extended in either of their matches to date, it is becoming very daughter, Ruby, but there’s Birchip-Watchem will need to Majok and Ryan O’Sullivan obvious that 2019 grand finalists, Sea Lake-Nandaly and Birchip-Watchem, no shortage of leaders out on keep close tabs on tomorrow. in the ruck will be worth the the field, headed by assistant The Bulls are building a price of admission on its own. are going to feature prominently when it comes to deciding this season’s coach, Trent Donnan, former better understanding of coach This is only the opening premiership honours. coach Matt Elliott and tireless Trevor Ryan’s game style, and round of potentially a season The Tigers and Bulls will morrow’s clash at the George sideline them tomorrow. big man Ryan O’Sullivan. are starting to get the imple- deciding bout, with the Bulls also meet in round 10, at Sea Cartwright Oval will be a spe- One of the impressive fea- The Tigers’ defence looks mentation spot on, with Jacob to prevail, provided their de- Lake, the result of which cial encounter. tures of the Tigers this season as solid as ever, under the Christie in potentially career- fence can contain McInnes, might give a clearer indica- It will be the first game on is their focus on developing guidance of Kane Donnan and best form, and returning while Gordon and the likes of tion of which combination, if Birchip-Watchem’s redevel- home-grown talent. Luke Martin, but one possible player Daniel Castellano re- Will Sheahan and Daniel any, holds an edge over the oped ground with its very im- After losing a number of area that can be improved is ally hitting his straps, as are Castellano make the most of other and can assume the pressive surface and new key players from the 2019 in attack. strong midfielders Ruben opportunities that come their mantle of flag favourite. goals posts. success, Sea Lake-Nandaly Connor Michael is sharing Vesikuru, Stephan Pye and way. Just two games under the Sea Lake-Nandaly was has promoted Flynn McGarry, the key centre half-forward Sam Simmons. Three Even Contests belt is probably the minimum never fully extended during Charlie Cox, Dylan Hickey, role with a run in the ruck, And in terms of potential There is an element of in- preparation needed to bring last Satur day’s workout Cooper Roberts and Connor swapping with O’Sullivan, so match winners, there are few trigue about the three remain- teams to somewhere near against Charlton, but did suf- Michael, who join Brody more of the goal kicking who equal the talents of ing games making up round 3. match hardened fitness. fer a couple of significant in- Weir in rounding out a very focus will fall to Billy Nathan Gordon. All six teams, Donald v. And while a few more juries to key on-baller, Bryce capable line-up. McInnes, with regular support Lachlan Ryan, Will Lowe, Boort, Charlton v. Wedder- weeks’ preparation might Delmenico (ankle), and run- Coach Joel Donnan is still from Wade Donnan, John Riley Hogan and Dale Hink- burn, and St. Arnaud v. have been conducive to a ning half-back, Austin Mertz easing himself back into full Summerhayes, Will Simpson ley are others who provide top Wycheproof-Narraport, have more finals-like contest, to- (hamstring), which could fitness after a pre-season in- and Kyle Brasser. notch drive. • Continued on page 15.
North-Central Foursome at National Championships (By Angela Poxon, President, North-Central Hockey Association) Last week four North-Central players had the honour of representing Victoria at the Under-15 National Championships in Bathurst.
Elise Fitzpatrick and team, and after two rigorous sions, and also had a little Campbell Evans from Charl- trials, Duncan, Campbell and time with theme challenges. ton, Duncan Jackson from St. Elise were selected for the Both the Victorian teams Arnaud, and Wedderburn Red- Under-15 Victorian teams, made it to the semi-finals, an backs player Shelby Giorlando and Shelby for the Victorian amazing effort considering all have spent the past three months Development team. other states had a normal preparing for the national Training continued over hockey season in 2020. tournament. the next two months, with the Duncan was selected as The process for team se- players and families showing captain of the team, and led lection started back in January, true dedication and commit- by example throughout the when the players attended tri- ment continuing the same ritual, tournament. The boys lost the • North-Central’s Victorian representatives, Duncan Jackson (left, St. Arnaud), Campbell als for the Victorian Academy. travelling to the State Netball semi-final in a very close Evans (Charlton), Elise Fitzpatrick (Charlton) and Shelby Giorlando (Wedderburn). Academy training occurred Hockey Centre, Greensbor- game, going down 4-5 against they lost to the eventual win- team gained valuable ex- their clubs and parents have on Wednesday evenings and ough, Essendon and Monash. Tasmania. They bounced back ner of the competition. perience competing at the top enabled them to increase their early Sunday mornings, re- Team members flew to and in the bronze medal match, Queensland was too strong in level, and her role in the back- skills and confidence to gain quiring the players to leave stayed together in Bathurst, having the majority of the the Bronze medal match, but line certainly stopped the State selection. school early, and sometimes while their families made play, winning 5-2 and collect- many positives can be taken score from blowing out too make an early trek to Mel- their own way to support and ing the medal. away from the tournament. much. We in North-Central are bourne for the 8 a.m. Sunday cheer on their children. At full time in the girls’ Elise played as a striker very proud of their efforts, training sessions. While not playing, the semi-final against NSW, the and finished as the top goal All players agree that per- and are so lucky to have such The players were then in- team attended physio, pool re- nil-all draw led to a one-on- scorer for Victoria, as did severance, hard work, extra train- amazing role models within vited to try out for the State covery and team strategy ses- one with the goalie, which Duncan in the boys. Shelby’s ing at home and the support of North-Central association.
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