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Published Tuesdays and Fridays PRICE (inc. G.S.T.) $2 PP331336/0000 1 Tuesday, April 27, 2021 For the Shire of Buloke, and the districts of Birchip, Charlton, Donald, St. Arnaud, Watchem and Wycheproof

• Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police, Shane Patton (APM) (left) and Acting Minister • Bob Bodycomb (right) served as Officer in Charge in Wycheproof for 21 years after for Police and Emergency Services, Danny Pearson are pictured following the unveiling initially coming to the town for just 12 months. Bob is pictured with his son Hayden, who of the plaque at the new Wycheproof Police Station. is also a member of Victoria Police. Wycheproof Police Station Open, Officially

(By Jenny Pollard) While the station has been (Acting Minister for Police Police Chaplain Reverend A large community presence was on hand to witness the official opening operational for some time, and Emergency Services), Judi Bird, and former local of Wycheproof’s new Police Station last Wednesday marking a new era the official celebration was Police Chief Commissioner, policeman, Bob Bodycomb. of accommodating law enforcement in the town and for the surround- held in a less COVID re- Shane Patton (APM), Assis- Member for Mildura, Ali stricted environment, and tant Commissioner Cindy Cupper, was an apology due ing district. with the benefit of perfect au- Millen (APM), and Acting Su- to ill health. The $650,000 upgrade re- 1975. Addressing the multi- tion also offers more effec- tumn weather. perintendent, Donna Mitchell Also enhancing the crowd places the former building faceted needs of modern tive engagement with mem- The official party, includ- were joined by Buloke was a large representation of which was constructed in policing, the new police sta- bers of the community. ing the Hon. Danny Pearson Mayor, Cr. Daryl Warren, • Continued on page 6.

• Led by St. Arnaud’s Norman Simpson Memo- rial Band, Donald’s Anzac Day parade marches from the Memorial Park to the Memorial Hall. In Memory of Those Who Served Go to any Victorian town, and you’ll find reminders of those who Young colour party mem- outlined the terrible toll taken Featuring in of the program have served their country when called on to defend their way of life. bers carried appropriate flags on those at Tobruk, including in the hall were war-related into the auditorium, where the the hundreds who suffered in poems read by Donald High In Donald’s case, there are Both these sites were In between, the two local- service was attended by a crowd prisoner-of-war camps. School Captain, Beau Griffiths, the Soldiers’ Memorial Hall, called upon during Sunday’s ities were connected by the of more than a hundred. Coined first in derisory and Vice-Captain, Simmonette incorporating the local sub- Anzac Day activities – first march from park to hall, led by Donald sub-branch president, terms, the “Rats of Tobruk” Labiran. branch of the RSL, and the with the dawn service at the St. Arnaud’s Norman Simpson Brian Williams, spoke briefly tag was subsequently worn Memorial Park, featuring its park, and with the breakfast Memorial Band, which lifted on the horrors of war, with par- with pride by those who suf- A magnificent lunchtime centrally situated monument, prepared outside the hall, the spirits of both marchers and ticular reference to Gallipoli fered there. Brian noted that, spread was presented by honouring those who gave followed by the traditional onlookers, as the parade pro- in World War I, and Tobruk currently,very few of the “Rats Carmel Dugan and helpers, their lives in war. gathering inside. ceeded along Houston Street. in the Second World War. He of Tobruk” are still living. and enjoyed by all present. • I have a pencil that was owned by William Word Games Shakespeare. He chewed it when thinking. Now I A palindrome is a phrase that is the same whether can’t tell if it’s 2B or not 2B. read forwards or backwards. • Shotgun wedding - A case of wife or death ? TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 2021 For example: Able was I ere I saw Elba. These • Does the name Pavlov ring a bell ? were the words attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte after he was exiled to that Italian island. Doubtless they The real purpose of this piece is to introduce an- • Bakers manage recipes on a knead-to-know basis. were apocryphal since, after all, he spoke French and a other related ‘P’ phrase. A paronomasia is a play on • When two egotists meet, it’s an I for an I. Corsican dialect. words, or simply a “pun”. There are additional quotations that might qualify, The paronomasia of the moment, for those who are The phrase is also said to be the most-quoted palin- despite their age; but since they came from Groucho not anti-vaccine, is “Stopping pandemics is a jab well drome, if that title does not go to the words allegedly Marx, they are worth repeating : spoken by Adam when introducing himself to Eve in done”. the Garden of Eden : Madam I’m Adam. If you need some other up-to-date examples, here • I’ve had a perfectly wonderful evening, but this wasn’t it. To the extent that it is not a name such as Ada or are a few we came across recently : Anna, or another single word, the shortest palindrome • Those who jump off a bridge in Paris are in-Seine. • Outside of a dog, a book is man’s best friend. In- phrase we have heard is Nurses Run. If you know any • A person’s home is his castle, in a manor of side of a dog, it’s too dark to read. shorter palindromes, please tell us. speaking. Add your own. It’s fun, in these unusual times.

“Race” the Train – Unique Twist on Wyche Fun Run In an exciting novelty for participants of this year’s Mt. Wycheproof Mother’s Day Classic, runners will have the opportunity to test their speed against heritage diesel locomotive, The Grainlander. The 707 Operations pas- Group, and has become tradi- senger train will depart tion for families across the Wycheproof for Nullawil at Buloke Shire. approximately 9 a.m., as part On-the-day registrations of the Silo Art tour from Mel- close at 8.45 a.m. in time for a bourne to Sea Lake. welcome and warm up before Organisers of the MDC the start of the race at 9 a.m.. have reversed the direction of Participants who would like the event course to allow run- to receive a race pack as part ners and walkers to “race” the of their registration including train along Broadway. a medallion, head scarf and “Wycheproof is unique in access to the MDC online that it is one of the only places portal, can jump online at in Victoria with an operational www.mothersdayclassic.com. train line down the middle of au/vic-wycheproof the main street,” Wycheproof A reduced registration fee Community Resource Cen- will be available on the day, tre’s Averyll Loft said. but will not include a race pack. “We couldn’t pass up the • Gather your nearest and dearest and join in the fun of the 2021 Mt. Wycheproof Mother’s Day Classic on Sunday, May 9. This is the sixth year the opportunity to work in with Mother’s Day Classic has the 707 team – its departure been held in Wycheproof, and time and the race start are at 9 residents of surrounding a.m.. towns are most welcome to • Participants will have the option to “race” The “Those who are up for the Grainlander, a heritage diesel locomotive, out of join in the fun. challenge can race the train The Perpetual Cup is up Wycheproof as part of this year’s Mother’s Day right along Broadway until Classic. for grabs for the largest regis- they reach Charles Street and tered team – will Team Wolfe start their lap of the mount.” of Charlton claim it for the The Mother’s Day Classic fourth year running? is an annual event raising vital Roll up on Sunday, May 9, funds and awareness for with your friends, family, breast cancer research and the neighbours, workmates — Wycheproof Cancer Support whoever! — and find out. What a

Weekend! Think back to this time last year. Lockdowns everywhere, with no sport, or gatherings of any kind. Fast forward to last weekend, with full programs of Saturday football, netball and hockey at Charlton, Birchip, Donald and St. Arnaud. Then Sunday was Anzac Day, and the crowds were out again, this time to pay tribute to those who fought to preserve our freedom. Whilst reports of activities on both Saturday and Sun- day are being welcomed by the “Buloke Times”, the need to meet delivery of deadlines makes it necessary to hold some of them until our issue on Friday. We feel sure our greatly-valued correspondents will understand.

PAGE 2 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. Revamped Playgroup Welcomes Term Two Birchip Playgroup members who have made a concerted effort to revamp playgroup to engage more local families, were delighted to welcome thirteen families to their first session of term two on Friday. At the conclusion of term be held in Birchip on Fridays 5 an opportunity to build up 1, the Birchip Playgroup Com- from 10 a.m. to 12 noon dur- their social networks and mittee hosted its annual general ing term times. friendships in an inclusive en- meeting, and welcomed a new In preparation for the first vironment. It is hosted at the look executive, with Carling session on Friday, which in- St. Mary’s Parish Centre be- McEvoy and Alison McCowan corporated a nature play hind the St Mary’s Church and taking on a co-president role. dough activity, the parents at- there will be weekly activities Marian Haddrick is the tended a working bee on as well as incursions, excur- new vice-president, Steph Wednesday to clean the sions and guest speakers. Coffey is secretary, and Mel facilities and the toys, which Wood treasurer. was a major undertaking, but Tea, coffee and snacks are The committee determined something that has given the available, and children can that playgroup would return to group motivation to make participate in painting, story a weekly program, but on a playgroup more enticing for time, music and dance and new day to allow kindergarten new members. play-based learning, while children to attend. parents and carers can interact, As of term two, weekly Birchip Playgroup offers connect, socialise and build playgroup sessions will now families with children aged 0- friendships around common interests. • Marion Haddrick and daughter Bridget McAuliffe. Spy Thriller Go with at the Rex the FLO Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Greville Wynne, an unassuming British businessman in the movie “The Courier” (M 111 mins) at the Rex Charlton Neighbourhood House is proud to this weekend in a true-life spy thriller about one be supporting a new initiative encouraging locals of the greatest international conflicts in history. voices to be heard while assisting young people from the district. At the behest of the UK’s which draws the viewer into MI-6 and a CIA operative, the intricate plot. Recognition Commencing on Monday, ing out a bit more about what Wynne forms a covert, dan- of the courage and honour ex- April 26, and following every is going on in our community. gerous partnership with So- hibited by these two men Monday thereafter during the Each Monday you will viet officer Oleg Penkovsky brings home the high stakes school term, representatives have the chance to speak to (Merab Ninidze) to get proof played as the real-life event from the Charlton Forum, representatives of the various that Russia was installing nu- unfolded during the early Charlton Neighbourhood groups around town and find clear missiles in Cuba in ’60s. House, Buloke Shire and vari- out some details about their 1961. Sharp writing, tinged with ous community and service specific programs or organi- Powerhouse acting by a little humor, makes “The organizations will be present zations. Cumberbatch and Ninidze in- Courier” compelling viewing at the Rex Theatre from 10:30 Everyone is encouraged to fuse their respective roles for those who don’t need the a.m. to midday. drop in and say hello, while with an intimacy and intensity impact of high-tech effects. During this time you can helping our local young people which anchors the film. “The Courier” screens: support the FLO program gain some valuable skills. Mesmerizing and sus- Saturday, May 1, 8 p.m.; Sun- students who are learning penseful, “The Courier” is a day, May 2, 2 p.m.; Tuesday, work experience skills in hos- • Tamihana Taiwhanga making his bush playdough creation. smart and stylish thriller, May 4, 8 p.m.. pitality and barista in the Rex E-Mailers! Theatre Candy Bar area. FLO (Flexible Learning Contributors sending Options) is hosted through the stories and photos to Charlton College, and in- the “Times” via E-mail cludes students aged 15 to 19 are reminded to include from surrounding schools. identifications of any Enjoy a delicious hot choco- people in photographs. late, tea or coffee while find-

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• Bridget Nottle (left) and Kellie James, watching Leila Whelan, Rudy Nottle and Stella Whelan enjoying their activity. “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — PAGE 3 “Times” Classifieds Phone Donald 5497 1222, Birchip 5492 2735 Deadlines:— Tuesday’s Issue: Classified advertisements (single column), 10 a.m. Monday. Display advertisements (2 or more columns), 3 p.m. Friday prior. Friday’s Issue: Classified advertisements (single column), 10 a.m. Thursday. Display advertisements (2 or more columns), 3 p.m. Wednesday prior.

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PAGE 4 — “The Buloke Times, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. Now is the Time to a Dob in a friend or If you know someone celebrating birthday, or wedding anniversary some other special occasion, let us Learn New Skills know and we’ll let the world know! Public Notice: Whether you are looking to land your first • April 27, Danica Foott (21) The intersection of Lockwood St & Cumming Ave • April 28, Margaret Burchell Birchip will be closed to the public on Wednesday, job, change your career, get back to work after • April 29, Melanie Parkinson April 28 & Thursday, April 29. Local access to Lock- long-term unemployment, undertake further • April 30, Rhiannah Dunstan • April 30, Verna Harris wood St will still be available via Taverner St, Duncan training or go to university or develop social skills • April 30, Cooper Anderson (21) St and Johnson St. and become more confident, “Learn Local” • May 1, Brian Bayles The intersection of Glowrey St & Cumming Ave Birchip providers can set you on the right path. • May 1, Maree Sands will be closed to the public on Wednesday, May 5 & • May 1, Allan Coatsworth Thursday, May 6. Local access to Glowrey St will still “Learn Local” providers five week program will help be available via Taverner St. deliver ACFE Board funded learners to build confidence We appreciate your patience in following the signage pre-accredited training and with budgeting, planning, and traffic controllers instructions while we complete other programs in a variety of marketing & administration these important works. learning topics. activities asso- ciated with the Pre-accredited training in- running of a small business. cludes short courses in com- This will be followed by An Introduction to Office If you know someone celebrating a special anniversary, let us know at munication, study skills, job skills, getting ready to go Skills (Terms 3 and 4) which back to work, reading and is designed to build familiar- Donald Newsagency & Emporium ity and confidence for learn- For all your Greeting Cards, Wraps, Ribbons and Stationery needs. writing, maths, English and computers as well as prepara- ers aiming to pursue work in 37 Woods Street, Donald. ’Phone 54971510. tion for various industries such an administration/office envi- as horticulture, childcare or ronment. JOB OPPORTUNITIES hospitality. There are many benefits • Associate Nurse Unit Manager to undertaking pre-accredited The Wycheproof Commu- training, such as making new • Community Health Nurse – Nurse Navigator nity Resource Centre is offer- friends, improving your • Community Nursing – Nurse Unit Manager ing a bundle of skills tailored communication or preparing to equip students with entry- • Dietitian for further learning or work. level skills into the Small Completing pre-accredited • Finance Officer Business and Administration/ training can also help you to • Food and Domestic Service Assistant Logistics industries over the get new skills that you need • Hospital Admission Risk Program (HARP) remainder of 2021. for your job, or even change Coordinator The first in this exciting careers. So what are you wait- • Planned Activity Group Assistant suite of pre-accredited training for? For more information or • Registered Nurse ing is the Introduction to Small Business course which to enrol in one of our courses • Resident Lifestyle Coordinator covers the basic knowledge call us on 54937455 or send Further information available at www.ewhs.org.au and skills to plan, set-up and us an email to mwcrc@ develop a small business. This bigpond.net.au DONALD’S FAMILY BUTCHER BUY BULK AND SAVE

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“The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — PAGE 5 Wycheproof Police Station Open, Officially • Continued from page 1. In at times an emotional uniformed officers with close address, it was only after a associations to the station. local tragedy, and his determi- History nation to speak out to the In a welcoming address, media about the communica- Acting Superintendent, Donna tions inadequacies, that change Mitchell praised the size and and improvements were made. diversity of the community at- From relating impressions tendance, before handing over of his first day in Wycheproof to Assistant Commissioner, in 1977, Bob concluded, “I Cindy Millen, who presented came here for 12 months, and a brief history of policing in ended up staying for 21 years. Wycheproof. I think that says something Beginning from its earliest about the community!” days in the 1870s, the evolu- tion of local law enforcement Chief Commissioner, Shane grew in tandem with popula- Patton then spoke on behalf tion increase, and reflected of Victoria Police, before the changing eras from the Danny Pearson (Acting Min- Mounted Constables, through ister for Police and Emer- to a roll call of Senior and gency Services) officially Leading Constables, some opened the station. of whom went on to bigger Mr. Pearson said, “Police • Appreciating the improvements to the new premises, Station Commander Leading Senior Constable, Darin Sheahan things (ie, Ernest Ashton (1897 in regional areas are part of -1900), who later arrested (right) is pictured with his family (left to right) son, Mason, his wife, Narelle and older son, Spencer, with Chief Commis- the fabric of the community, sioner Shane Patton (far left). notorious underworld crimi- and it’s vital we equip them nal “Squizzy” Taylor in Mel- with the resources they need bourne). to keep the community safe – From the original police which is exactly what we station on the corner of High have done here in Wyche- and Mount Streets, through to proof. its relocation to 400 Broad- way in 1975, the demolition “We thank residents and of the former station in Au- local officers for their input, gust 2016, revealed that it had because they are best placed been built on the site of the to identify the communitiy’s Star Hotel when the cellar needs, and their contributions foundations appeared during have been invaluable in the the excavation. completion of this station.” Delays The formal presentation of The redesigning of new the following flags for the foundations brought some new facility was then made to delays; however, the new the current incumbent, Station premises, which became op- Commander Leading Senior erational on February 21, Constable Darin Sheahan: 2019, now provides, amongst Australian flag, presented by other things, an updated re- Hon Danny Pearson; Victo- ception area, improved change rian flag, presented by Chief and locker rooms, an inter- Commissioner Shane Patton; view room to facilitate train- Aboriginal flag, presented by ing and interviewing, along Buloke Mayor, Cr. Daryl • Assistant Commissioner, Cindy Millen (APM) (centre front) presented a comprehensive historical background on policing with a secure garage to house Warren. in Wycheproof as the ceremony unfolded. Also pictured are (left to right) Swan Hill Inspector, Haydn Downes, Acting police vehicles. Superintendent, Donna Mitchell, Chief Commissioner, Shane Patton, Hon. Danny Pearson, Acting Minister for Police Police Chaplain, Reverend and Emergency Services (partially obscured), and Station Commander Leading Senior Constable Darin Sheahan. Keeping the history theme Judi Bird, conducted the going and jogging the memo- blessing of the station, before ries of many in attendance trial on the suitability for Wedderburn provements which aim to interviewing, finger printing the assembled guests and remote stations to perform Station Opening increase the capability of facilities, an accessible ramp former Officer in Charge, Bob public were invited to walk roadside drug testing. A The community of Wed- police and emergency service and a stolen vehicle shed. Bodycomb then spoke at length through the new facility and about his 21-year service as a dedicated member from the derburn also celebrated the response in remote and rural The new station also fea- meet with personnel over station has now been approved official opening of its new areas. tures an upgraded area to ac- local policeman, revealing the light refreshments. pitfalls of having no commu- to conduct roadside drug test- police station at 1 p.m. last Included in the revamp are commodate the station’s new nications to aid in effectively The Wycheproof station ing – an important step in Wednesday. improved accommodation police vehicle, which enables carrying out his role was also part of a successful improving safety along the The $2.4 million upgrade areas for officers, a holding a safe transfer of suspects to Calder Highway. sees a range of significant im- room, spaces for training and the custody area.

• Reverend Judi Bird (Police Chaplain) is pictured during • Officials attending the opening of Wycheproof’s new Police Station were impressed with the size and diversity of the the blessing of the new station. crowd which turned out in support of the occasion. PAGE 6 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. Accuracy Gets Saints Home In this game where both sides were keen to improve their standing in the competition a win for either side was a must. In what would turn out to had only been going for about over the Demons by two- Goals: Tom Douglas 5, be an even first term, just one ten minutes. St. Arnaud struck goals. Angus Grant 3, Jake Tillig, straight kick separated the back to reclaim the lead, but it Lachlan McQuilken, Bailey two sides at the end. Both was short lived, as the The Demons were a little Durward and Brady Tillig. were showing some good Demons brought up their third bit stiff, but a couple of signs, with the ball being con- goal to take them to a four- missed gettable chances early Best for the Demons: Tom tested for a large part of the point lead at the final change. in the game proved to be Trewin, Kane Butcher, Boe opening term between the two costly for them. On the Saints’ Bish, Jed Bish, Guy Chisnall half-back lines. Both defenses The Demons were out to side, their accuracy, kicking and Adal Zuk. were under constant pressure, increase their lead, and this only two-points, was proba- and the good work restricted came early in the term to give bly a strong contributor to- Goals: Corey Jones 2, scoring to a minimum. them a lead of just under two wards them winning the game Lachlan Allison 2, Joel Turner goals, and the visitors were and enjoying the spoils for the 2, Kane Butcher, Aaron Hen- The Saints were first to get looking to be in a good spot to first time this year. neman and James the scoreboard ticking over take out the game. Coatsworth. with one of Thomas Dou- Final scores: St. Arnaud glas’s five goals. Douglas has St. Arnaud was not to be 12.2 (74) d. Wycheproof-Nar- • Below: With Wycheproof- had a good start to the season outdone and from the restart, raport 9.8 (62). Narraport’s James Coatsworth following on from his three they were able to move the and George Turner in pur- goals the week before. Corey ball swiftly into their forward Best for the Saints: suit, St. Arnaud’s James Jones returned for the line, where Douglas was Thomas Douglas, Angus Rogers drives the ball for- Demons, and he was able to roaming and swooped on the Grant, Harley Durward, Lach- ward. His team-mates are keep the Demons in touch ball to register a much-needed lan McQuilken, Will Bertalli Conlan Gunn and Tom • Five goals for St. Arnaud’s Tom Douglas. (Photographs with the Saints when he goal. From this point, the and Nick Birthisel. Douglas. by Jason Smith) posted his first goal for the Saints got a shot in the arm year. Thomas Bertalli was in and with the spirits lifted they good form for the saints hav- also lifted their work rate, and ing to take the main role in all of a sudden, they were able their ruck division since the to post a further three goals injury to Harry Crone. and kick out to a nice lead.

At the half-time break the With the time clock against Saints held a lead of ten them it was up to the Demons points over the Demons. to make one last effort to pull With a half to play and just back the Saints’ lead, and a ten-points separating these Joel Turner goal gave them a sides locked into this keen slim chance, but that chance contest, the Demons set about was dashed shortly after when shrinking the Saints’ lead, and Angus Grant kicked the sealer with the first goal of the term for the Saints. At full-time, the they brought the margin back Saints’ suffering was finally under a goal. This was fol- over, and the smiles returned lowed by a goal to Aaron to their loyal followers with Henneman, and the Demons the Saints recording their first had hit the front, and the quarter win for the year getting home

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“The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — PAGE 7 Why We Honour Anzac (By Jenny Pollard) With community observation of Anzac Day reinstated this year, the residents of Charlton heeded the call and turned out to support the annual recognition of Australia’s most sacred day. With community observa- (1921 – 2021) and acknowl- tion of Anzac Day reinstated edgement of local contribu- this year, the residents of tions towards military and Charlton heeded the call and national service during times turned out to support the an- of unrest. nual recognition of Australia’s As ever, the support pro- most sacred day. vided by the Charlton/Wyche- A multi-generational proof Citizen’s Band brings crowd covered both sides of an important musical dimen- High Street near the cenotaph sion to the day – from creat- as veterans, RSL members, ing background music for the school representatives and march, to supporting the others gathered for the tradi- hymns during the service, to tional “stand-to” and wreath- this year’s enhancement of laying, which proceeds the “Abide with Me”, with trum- march to the Shire Hall. pet accompaniment provided In contrast to the bleak by Joe Pryke. Under Brian scene of 2020, where only Heenan’s leadership the local three RSL representatives dis- core membership is regularly tanced to place wreaths out- increased for occasions such • Bugler, Corey Harrison (right) stands at the Charlton cenotaph as RSL members (left to right) Bill Freeman, Gordon Risk, Bill side the local club room, this as Anzac Day by participants Young (obscured) and Flight Lieutenant, Warrick Jones lay wreaths at last Sunday’s Anzac Day commemoration. year’s gathering of families, who travel considerable dis- young children, visitors and tances to share their talents. ternational major upgrade program. He is now with the others reflected the commu- Linking the service seg- Defence Aviation Safety Au- nity desire to share the occa- ments together, Padre, the thority in Melbourne as Offi- sion which holds such deep Reverend Judi Bird, led the cer in Charge of International meaning. Lord’s Prayer following the Engagement. From the eloquent address reading of the 23rd Psalm by A life-time’s interest in his- delivered by guest speaker, Charlton College School Cap- tory helped fuel Warrick Flight Lieutenant, Warrick tains, Zara Jenkyn and Angus Jones’s early connections with Jones, to the contributions Jablonka. from the Charlton/Wyche- military engagement through proof Citizen’s Band, the The ceremony concluded family gatherings with his Charlton Choir, attendance by with the singing of the Na- grandfather in Wagga. tional Anthems of both Aus- school representatives and tralia and New Zealand, Why Gallipoli? civic leaders, the town’s com- References to titans of the before Reverend Bird said the memoration of the 106th an- Australian military – Field parting Grace. niversary of the Gallipoli Marshal, Thomas Blamey and landing refocused the mes- Flight Lieutenant, Brigadier Harold “Pompey” sage of comradeship which is Warrick Jones Elliott and their associations part of the quintessential mes- Flight Lieutenant Jones with significant Australian en- sage of the ANZAC story. joined the RAAF in 2008, and gagements led to the question New Zealand Anthem on completion of a Bachelor of why the Gallipoli landing For some years now Charl- of Electrical Engineering at is revered above other more ton has added the playing of the Australian Defence Force prominent or equally note- the New Zealand national an- Academy, he was posted to worthy conflicts. them to the ceremony, and RAAF Richmond for profes- For Australians it was the this year’s new order of ser- sional development and train- very first campaign to be vice reproduced the words, ing within the Air Mobility fought where our independent providing an opportunity for Group. Further postings in- national identity could be • Prior to the laying of wreaths at the cenotaph guest speaker, Flight Lieutenant Warrick Jones the crowd to join the choir in cluded project design engineer, truly forged. (left) is pictured with RSL Secretary Bill Freeman (right) and St. Joseph’s Primary School its rendition of Kiwi patrio- Spartan avionics performance Because Gallipoli was ul- Captain, Tully Bourke (centre). tism. manager and as Officer-in- timately a defeat and with Following Charlton RSL Charge of 37 Squadron work- great loss of life, “it is often President, Gordon Risk’s shops. said we learn more through warm welcome, Councillor In October 2016 he was our failures . . . and the sheer David Pollard offered words posted to Marietta, Georgia loss of life and great sacrifice of reflection on the signifi- (USA) for 3 years as technical tore at the very soul of our re- cance of Anzac, recognition liaison officer inside Lockheed spective Australian and New of the Royal Australian Air Martin providing software Zealand nations”. Force (RAAF) Centenary and project support for an in- • Continued on page 9.

• Jenny McGillivray (left representing Red Cross), is pictured with visitor, Eril Arundell (right) • Former Charlton local Bruce Hudgson caught up with Jayne Burton at Sunday’s ceremony. who laid a wreath on behalf of the Arundell family. Eril’s parents, Doug and Jean, along with Jayne’s father, Ian Cameron was a long-time member of the Charlton RSL sub-branch. her uncles, Vic and Bob would be well known to many Charlton residents. Eril is the Education Officer with the Ballarat RSL. PAGE 8 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. – Charlton Remembers • Continued from page 8. importance of their work Commenting on a visit to and the foundations laid for Turkey and the Gallipoli succeeding generations. Peninsula in 2006, Flight “The Royal Australian Air Lieutenant Jones said at the Force finds its pedigree in the location of the Battle of the original eight Australian Fly- Nek, “Like all the others ing Corps squadrons, which there, I was overcome with were originally part of the emotion, stunned by the stag- Australian Imperial Force,” gering number of losses for he said. such a narrow piece of land. “During World War I, “One can only have a some 800 officers and 2,840 sense of respect and pride at enlisted men served with the how these young men could AFC with 175 losing their show such courage in the im- lives. Many AFC veterans minent face of death, and to helped lay the groundwork for have supported each other and the future RAAF, and after the unquestionably reveal them- war others would enter indus- selves to danger in something try to make significant contri- considered bigger than them- butions to civil aviation – selves. They displayed what is veterans of Gallipoli like Paul now regarded among our core McGuiness who would sur- Australian and New Zealand vive the war and go on to values – traits of mateship, found the airline QANTAS loyalty, courage and team- alongside fellow veteran Hud- work.” son Fysh.” Also acknowledging the Flight Lieutenant Jones centenary of the RAAF, War- received resounding applause rick spoke of the significance at the conclusion of his infor- • Preparing for the march are (left to right) Bill and Julie Young, Padre, Reverend Judi Bird, Jeff Cox and Norma Lang. of the early aviators, the mative address. Probus Feels the Freedom

Birchip Probus members enjoyed their second get together of 2021 with a meeting, an informa- tive address from Brenda Doran and lunch at O’Donnell’s Café. Birchip Probus members corporates custom weekly are hoping with the roll out of workouts, guidance around the COVID-19 vaccination nutrition, goal setting and fo- program that they will be able cusing on mindset”. to get out and about again in Brenda reiterated the im- 2021, to enjoy trips and tours portance of taking time for and in the meantime they ourselves and told the mem- have re-introduced guest bers “we shouldn’t judge our speakers to their monthly worth on our productivity or meeting program to keep our busyness” and encour- members informed and en- aged members to join in her gaged. “Move” and “Soft Yoga” ses- At the April meeting held sions. last Friday, Brenda Doran Brenda concluded her ad- from Birchip Lifestyle and dress with a timely message Fitness explained to the mem- about ANZAC day as it’s one bers the importance of of her favorite times of the strength training, for people year, inciting many fond of all ages, but particularly as memories celebrating with we age to promote bone den- her family and community, sity, keep muscles working, particularly her Dad, Hec Dickie. correct posture and cognitive behaviour to prevent early Probus meets monthly at • Visitors from Castlemaine, Victor and Pamela Kaye made a special trip to Charlton to be a part of the commemorative service onset of dementia mobility. the Birchip Senior Citizens and to spend a few days in town. Victor had a long and distinguished career in service in the Australian 2nd. Commando Unit, Brenda described the impor- Clubrooms in Sherwood where he developed a respect and passion for the East Timorese people. He was in Timor Leste for the Independence plebiscite tance of lifting correctly and street and they welcome new in 1999 as a United Nations Observer and experienced the Indonesian forces parting massacre first hand. He received an OAM noted that lifting challenging members. in 2006 for the provision of humanitarian aid to assist the people of East Timor. weights and tai chi are proven activities for falls prevention and to enhance activities for improved daily living. Brenda’s business, “Birchip Lifestyle and Fitness’’ is forever developing and evolving and Brenda talked to the members about some past programs she has been involved, including her retreat work and the bra charity where bras in good order that just sit in the back of your drawers not being worn are donated to ladies in Bali. Brenda also spoke about some exciting new initiatives she is involved in. Brenda said “I took some time off over the last 6 months to heal my body of pain and my mind of burnout, and now I am reinvigorated and excited to be offering a new twelve week foundation course in Wellness Coaching which in- • Brenda Doran, speaking to Birchip Probus Club members.

“The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — PAGE 9 Busy Program at Birchip Newly appointed president of the Birchip RSL Sub-Branch Shane McLoughlan, officiated at several ANZAC Day commemorations over the weekend. They commenced with an highlights we experienced was ANZAC Day observance cer- a trip to Turkey and Gallipoli. emony before the senior foot- Leaving early in the morn- ball game between ing, we made the crossing of Birchip-Watchem and Sea the Bosphorous in a small Lake at the George Cartwright ferry with the rest of our small oval on Saturday, and con- group. The group was mainly cluded with an intimate ser- made up of Australians and a vice for the residents of few New Zealanders. Wirrim Lodge at 10 a.m. on Sunday, then an official com- As we approached the Gal- munity commemoration at the lipoli side of this important Birchip War Memorial at 11 strait, we could see the rem- a.m.. nants of the gun emplacements At the official community that defended the waterway so gathering, Shane said, “We effectively from the attempts stand here today along with to run the strait by the English, thousands of others in Aus- French and Australian navies. tralia and across the ditch in New Zealand, to honour great When we reached ANZAC men and women and a great cove, a sea mist had de- tradition. scended out over the ocean in We gather not to glorify front of us. In the distance the war, but to remind ourselves Turkish navy had exercises, of the sacrifices that were and we could hear the noise made (in many cases the ulti- generated from the naval guns mate sacrifice), and are still reverberate around us. This being made by those in the certainly set the scene. armed services to protect this great nation. Every day, but From ANZAC cove, look- especially on ANZAC day we ing up we could see what should pause and give thanks awaited the first soldiers to for the peace we enjoy today land on the shores of Turkey. and extend our gratitude to It was daunting. That the land- those who earned and kept that ing succeeded, and the AN- peace for us all to enjoy.” ZACs managed to hold this small indentation of Turkish Shane reminded attendees soil for slightly longer than 8 that “the cost of that peace has months is a phenomenal been high and ongoing for achievement. many of our armed service- men and women and their Our tour took us to places families as their trauma con- that I had read about prior to tinued well after they returned our visit and since then. The • Flag attendants Blair Gould (left) and Bridie Reid. from the battles across the Sphinx, Plugges Plateau, Lone seas.” pine, Chunuk Bair and the in- soldiers who did not survive The visit to Galliopli was tion “known unto God”. us where they lie side by side famous The Nek, where 234 the folly of the Turkish cam- certainly moving, eye opening The evening ceremony at here in this country of ours ... Shane invited Russell light horsemen were killed paign. We were intrigued by and caused time for reflection. the Menin Gate where the You, the mothers who sent Christie to provide the key charging at Turkish Guns, the headstone of John Kirk- In 2011 we visited the bat- names of soldiers who have no their sons from faraway coun- note address with reflections across an area no wider than 3 patrick Simpson. tlefields of World War I with known resting place are tries, wipe away your tears; from his trips to Gallipoli and tennis courts according to The legend of Simpson and our three teenage children. carved, caused reflection and your sons are now lying in our the battlefields of World War WWI historian Charles Bean. his donkey and his courage is Again, the visits to Villers feelings of gratitude for the bosom and are in peace. After I. synonymous with ANZAC Bretenaux, La Hammel, sacrifice shown by our having lost their lives on this Russell Christie’s Simpson and day. Interestingly he landed on Fromelles and Ypres were ANZAC soldiers. land they have become our April 25 and was killed only poignant. Again, the waste of sons as well.”

Keynote address His Donkey 24 days later by machine gun life was evident through the In reflecting on the sacri- In 1992 Simone and I spent We all wandered cemeteries fire on May 19, 1915. He had scattered cemeteries, many of fice of World War I you realise Russell thanked Shane a year overseas working and looking for relatives’ names or sacrificed his life for the which were filled with head- that 1 in every 14 people were McLoughlan saying it was an travelling, and one of the many reading the headstones of the wounded. stones containing the inscrip- killed and approximately four honour to be asked to speak at out of every 10 were Birchip’s 2021 ANZAC day wounded, gassed or taken commemorations, adding that prisoner. Very sobering statis- I do say “Commemorate and tics. not celebrate’’ as today is a time for reflection, to remem- Kokoda ber the sacrifice of our armed There is a memorial that I services over many conflicts, hope to visit one day, which both in the past and those oc- many people stand in front of curring now. during a Kokoda trek. The four pillars read Courage, En- Russell’s key note address durance, Mateship and Sacri- was followed by the laying of fice. Is there a better wreaths by representatives description of the Australian from RSL, Legacy, Vietnam way of life? Or perhaps how Veterans, Buloke Shire, we should live our lives? And Birchip P-12 school (primary perhaps today is a day we and secondary), CFA, SES, should reflect on that. CERT and Birchip Kinder- Are we honouring those garten. who gave their lives for us to enjoy what we do today? A highlight of the formali- I would like to finish with ties was Xavier Liston reciting something that moved me at the Ode and the Chocolate Gallipoli. It was written by the Sundaes singing the Australian leader of the Turkish forces and New Zealand National and the founder of the modern Anthem. Alexandra Randall Turkey Kemal Attaturk. played for the Australian Na- “Those heroes that shed tional Anthem and Joan Glen their blood and lost their lives for the New Zealand National ... You are now lying in the Anthem. soil of a friendly country. Therefore rest in peace. There It was very gratifying for • Birchip RSL committee members, from left, Grant Cartwright, Mick McLoughlan, Shane McLoughlan, Les Blair, Ken is no difference between the the RSL members to have so Reid, Andrew Bidstrup, Daryl Cooper, Raelene Taylor, Lyn Blair, Robyn Ferrier, Fran Sargant, Geoff Smith, Peter Smiley. Johnnies and the Mehmets to • Continued on page 11. PAGE 10 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. – Reflections On Gallipoli • Continued from page 10. Shane encouraged commu- Liston for reciting the Ode and many people attending the ser- nity members to consider join- Dion Marks from the Victo- vices in Birchip in 2021 and ing the Birchip RSL sub- rian Police for protecting those the inclusion of youth in the branch, particularly younger present. formalities will hopefully en- community members, to carry After the ceremony, RSL sure that Birchip will continue on the ANZAC tradition and members were joined by their to commemorate the role war thanked everyone who helped guests for refreshments at the has played in our history and with the commemorations in- RSL hall before adjourning to how it continues to impact our cluding Russell Christie for the Birchip Bowls Club for an current lives. the keynote address, Xavier afternoon of bowls. A Senior with a Story Well Worth Telling

• Shane McLoughlan (left, president of Birchip RSL Sub-Branch), Xavier Liston and Russell Christie.

• Life’s a hoot for Ivan at Boort District Health.. In 1984, Ivan Streader became the first person to receive the Boort District Citizen of the Year Award. Thirty-seven years later, he “I came out of retirement Recognising senior Victo- is being recognised as “a part at 74 year of age, when we rians also includes “shout of the Victorian Govern- had a working bee down at outs” in support of staff and ment’s Recognising Senior the Memorial Hall,” Ivan re- volunteers who have gone Victorians’ Initiative, which called. “The walls were 18 above and beyond while aims to celebrate the lives of feet high, and the ceiling 22 working in Victoria’s aged 50 notable older Victorians feet. The sheets in the ceiling care facilities in 2020. living in aged care”. (Ivan is were loose, and almost hang- a resident of Boort District ing down, ready to fall to the It celebrates great stories Health.) floor.” of seniors like Gay Halstead, So, in company with an chosen as a hostess to accom- In between – in 2012 – apprentice, Ivan worked from pany Queen Elizabeth II on Ivan received an award from an adjustable mobile platform her 1954 tour of Australia, and the Boort Ward of the Loddon to re-nail the ceiling sheets – Les Trigg, who lived through Shire, for service to the com- all 99 of them! WWII battles in Papua New munity. This year, the committee Guinea and survived post- traumatic stress disorder to go Born in 1930, Ivan worked of management of the Boort on and have a family with his with this father and brothers Memorial Hall presented Ivan wife, Pam. in the building trade, making with a framed photograph of

his start rebuilding sheds and the Hall. Recognising senior Victo- other infrastructure destroyed For many year, Ivan and rians life stories are published in one of the worst fire sea- his sister have run a musical at Seniors Online, in place of • Birchip P-12 school captains Patrick Hogan and Talea Brooks laying a wreath. sons on record. afternoon for Boort District Health’s aged care facility. the 2020 Victorian Senior of Now a resident himself, he’s the Year Award, which could not continuing the tradition. proceed due to the pandemic. “I’m strong on service to others,” he said. “We only go In 2021, the Victorian Seniors through the world once, and if Festival will include six-month we’ve done a little bit, at least virtual program for April to we’ve started to achieve November, as well as in-person something.” events in October to celebrate Victoria’s one-million seniors New Program aged 60 and over. Victoria is celebrating seniors living in aged care To find out more and listen with a new program designed to the stories of aged care res- to showcase the resilience idents, visit www.seniorso- shown by aged care residents line.vic.gov.au/rcognising- and staff over the past year. senior-victorians Recognising senior Victo- rians shines a light on the efforts of both residents and Your Blood is staff during the global pandemic and celebrates the con- Worth Bottling tributions of older Victorians If you are visiting Ballarat throughout their lives. or Bendigo and have a bit People living in aged care of time to spare, a trip to have great life stories to tell the Blood Bank would be a and The Victorian Seniors very rewarding experience. Festival has worked with aged You will need to book, by care facilities to interview and phoning 13 14 95. • Chocolate Sundaes performing on Sunday, from left, Alexandra Randall (keyboard), Joan Glen, Ros McClelland, Helen capture the life stories of 50 Australian Red Cross Barber, Carol Reid, Robyn Ferrier, Vince Colbert, Shane McLoughlan (Background), Fran Sargeant, Shianne Cozens, Lucy aged care residents for the BLOOD SERVICE McLoughlan, Maureen Donnellon, Jennifer Blainey, Sue Davis. community to enjoy. “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — PAGE 11 Delicious Herbal Treats for Winter There are hundreds of books which record the historical use of herbs as part of the human diet. Not only those herbs cultivated in the home garden, but also the wild plants found growing in abundance about the countryside. These plants not only pro- herb soup. It is a delicious taste, and reheat to serve. honey and any fresh or dried vided a natural food source but soup as well as a nutritious The flavour of this soup in- soaked fruit to a blender and contributed a great deal to- evening meal that will also creases the day after it is process until a creamy texture. honey in a double boiler, add ward human health. Today we help to build resistance to cold made. Although the flavour Fold in sufficient apple juice one to two tablespoons of can use many of these familiar and ’flu. Peel eight cloves of can't be compared, dried herbs to maintain the creaminess of dried lavender flowers (En- herbs in our diet as desserts, fresh garlic and cut two large can also be substituted for the tofu whip and pour over glish lavender, Lavandula health-giving drinks or to en- new potatoes (Pontiacs are fresh ones. You can also vary fresh seasonal fruit. Your fam- spica, is best), and allow to in- hance our food. Not only will best) into small chunks. Put the recipe by adding other ily will no doubt do what mine fuse for two minutes. Remove they add flavour to what we both in a saucepan, add three winter root vegetables and a does: keep asking for more. from the stove and allow to eat but will also provide a to four cups of water and one little chopped celery, which all stand in the hot sun for a few healthy treat, and with winter bay leaf, cover and cook for add to its delicious flavour. For a special winter treat, hours — a sunny windowsill not too far away, why not take 15 minutes. Cool, then add a For a scrumptious dessert why not serve lavender honey away from ants and other crea- advantage of Mother Nature's few sprigs of finely cut fresh alternative, try Tofu Cream on freshly baked crusty bread? tures is ideal. Strain out the bounty with delicious herbal sage, thyme and marjoram. Whip as a topping over a bowl A spoonful of lavender honey lavender flowers and bottle. treats? Sieve or blend the soup. Sea- of fresh fruit salad. Add two in a hot lemon drink is deli- Bon appetite! son with a little freshly ground tablespoons of cold pressed cious and its antiseptic quali- A favourite with my family black pepper and powder kelp, vegetable oil, not olive oil, one ties will ease a sore throat. Visit Alan on the Net - during winter is garlic and if you feel you need a salty block of tofu, one teaspoon of Gently warm a bottle of light www.itssonatural.com • Alan Hayes YOUR THREE-DAY TV GUIDE Tuesday

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PAGE 12 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. • Local artist and project instigator Ross Currie talking to the Honourable Danny Pearson.

• Wedderburn Community House Co-ordinator, Marg van Veen, Ross Currie and Danny • Danny Pearson meets mural artist Andrew Bourke in front of the Birds of Prey wall and Pearson, in front of the magnificent Uniting Church. Andrew’s Wedge-tailed Eagle. Wedderburn’s Fabulous Feathered Features With street murals increasingly becoming a feature of Victorian country Located between the Wim- visitation and become cultural Seven projects have been towns, Wedderburn has joined the tourism-driven trend with its spectacular mera Mallee Silo Art Trail tourist attractions. supported through this pro- and the North East Victorian gram so far, with funding to- “Birds Eye View” project. Silo Art Trail, Wedderburn is Other Projects talling over $900,000. the perfect stopover for Other regional projects in- “This latest addition to our As reported in the “Buloke visited Wedderburn last week Australia’s indigenous bird visitors to add to their outstanding silo art is a major Times” last Friday, the murals to have a preview of the species, twenty of which are clude neon artworks to light itinerary and see all three. up the streets of Bendigo and drawcard for Wedderburn – I feature five large-scale works Bird’s Eye View project and listed as endangered. encourage people to book a by acclaimed artists Andrew meet with the artists and Open-Air Gallery tell dreaming stories of the Bird’s Eye View is sup- Dja Dja Wurrung people; a room and a meal, and see J. Bourke, Jimmy Dvate and locals involved in bringing Forming an “open-air ported through the State what the excitement is about,” Bryan Itch on Wedderburn’s the project to life. gallery”, Wedderburn’s new seventh addition to the lauded Government’s Creative Acti- said Member for Western Vic- main street, as well as the mural series aims to attract Wimmera Mallee Silo Art vation Fund, a program that toria, Jaala Pulford. façade of the local Uniting The murals celebrate the visitors from across Victoria Trail in St Arnaud; and a supports the development and Church. unique birdlife of the sur- and highlight the important mural inspired by flora and For more on the Creative Minister for the Creative rounding conservation area – work being undertaken to pre- delivery of ambitious creative fauna of Barmah National Activations Fund visit creative. Industries, Danny Pearson, a biodiverse habitat for 180 of serve of the birdlife. projects that aim to increase Park. vic.gov.au Latest Grant Round Opens for Emergency Volunteers The State Government is continuing to ensure the state’s dedicated Mr Pearson commended • More than $340,000 for • More than $380,000 for emergency services volunteers have the essential equipment and vehicles the work of the state’s emer- Marine Search and Rescue, other volunteer agencies. they need to serve their community and protect lives. gency volunteer groups and including the Australian Vol- encouraged volunteer organi- unteer Coast Guard Associa- For more information Acting Police and Emer- vehicles, trucks, tankers, Over the past seven years, sations across the state to tion. about VESEP and to find out gency Services Minister, watercraft and trailers. VESEP has provided more apply for grants as part of the • More than $820,000 for how to apply for a grant, visit Danny Pearson, has an- than $90 million to volunteer latest round. Life Saving Victoria clubs. emv.vic.gov.au/vesep. nounced the opening of appli- Volunteer groups can also groups around the state. cations for the latest round of put the money towards minor Time to Apply Volunteer Emergency Ser- facility improvements, in- Recent grant recipients in- vices Equipment Program cluding refurbishments and clude Beechworth fire brigade Volunteer organisations “Times” Crossword (VESEP), with $14.4 million amenities, such as kitchens receiving a grant for an Ultra- have until June 17, 2021 to available for our dedicated and change rooms. Light Tanker, while Malla- apply for the latest grants, volunteer agencies. coota’s SES Unit received a which includes: QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7972 - SOLUTIONS Two for One grant towards a generator Across - 1, Ventriloquist. 8, Ravel. 9, Thicket. 10, Fillet. VESEP is an ongoing, an- Under the program, the trailer, including an electrical • More than $10.4 million 11, Beside. 12, Vixen. 14, Virgo. 18, Salute. 20, Stable. nual program that provides Government matches every upgrade. for volunteer CFA brigades. 23, Laggard. 24, Raise. 25, Military Medal. emergency services volunteer $1 paid by volunteer groups Mallacoota’s lifesaving Down - 1, Verify. 2, Novel. 3, Relieve. 4, Loth. 5, Quite. groups with grants to help with a $2 co-contribution, club also received a grant for • More than $2.35 million for Victoria State Emergency 6, Inkling. 7, Titter. 13, Illegal. 15, Interim. 16, Asylum. fund operational equipment, with grants of up to $150,000 two outboard engines, equip- 17, Reveal. 19, Trait. 21, Build. 22, Oder. including the purchase of new available. ment and a beach trailer. Service units. “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — PAGE 13 • A section of the crowd at Donald’s dawn Service. Donald at Dawn By 5.45 a.m. on Sunday, barely half-a-dozen RSL representatives had assembled at the floodlit monument in the Donald Memorial Park. Fifteen minutes later, however, at the stroke of 6 o’- clock, dozens of ghostly figures had arrived through the early morning mist to honour those who had served in the armed services during wartime. Welcoming them were the Donald sub-branch president, Brian Williams, and secretary, Allan Dugan. The mood of the moment was captured with the playing of “The Dark Island” by piper Briony-Anne Pearse, a member of St. Ar- naud’s Norman Simpson Memorial Band. Briony-Anne is the daughter of Tony and Elizabeth Pearse, and a grand- daughter of the late Eddie and Jean Pearse. (Eddie Pearse was a valued member of the former Donald Pipe Band which, in 1959, journeyed to Central Australia to entertain the Alice Springs community.) Harold Flett, of Donald’s Uniting Church, led those present in the Lord’s Prayer, before Brian Williams spoke briefly on the history of the ANZACs, and the sacrifices made by Australians and New Zealanders in time of war. Several wreaths were laid at the monument, and the Last Post and Reveille accompa- nied the raising of the Aus- • Buloke Shire Mayor, Cr. Daryl Warren, and Cr. Graeme Milne, lay wreaths at the Donald tralian Flag, and the singing • Piper Briony-Anne Pearse plays “The Dark Island” at the monument. of the National Anthem. dawn service. One Hundred Years Ago From the “Birchip Advertiser”, April 27, 1921. lengthy discussion, a resolu- laide and intend to reside at After supper Mr. F. Gould tion was carried, almost unan- their home at Kinnabulla. thanked the guests for being Local and General * eral Service Medals were pre- imously, in favor of present and called on Mr. A. Three light horses and one Concert sented to a number of the sol- continuing the pool, only Many of the guests Barber to say a few words of draught, the property of Mr. The black and White’s diers by Lieutenant W. K. three growers dissenting. In brought with them tokens of welcome. C. E. McCardel, Morton concert in aid of the Birchip DeBoos, who thanked the the event of a conference goodwill towards the new res- Mr. Barber in welcoming Plains, were run down by a branch of R.S.S.I.L.A funds members of the company for being called in some central idents. spoke highly of both bride goods train and killed at the their generosity in supplying was held at the mechanics’ town, three delegates were ap- Both the bride and groom and `groom and presented Morton Plains railway station the programme for the con- hall on Monday. The com- pointed to attend as follows:- are well known around them with a clock on behalf of last week. cert. pany consisted of the follow- Messrs M. Connellan, E. W. Kinnabulla, and well liked, as the young men of the district. ing:-Misses Pavletich, E. The programme was unan- fielding, Watchem, and Mr. R. He also thanked Mr. and Mrs. * imously written, and is pub- the spirit of the evening soon The Water Commission Blencowe, M. Blencowe, Hassett, Massey. showed. The bride 9formerly F. J. Gould for their kind hos- has decided to allow sol- Wilkinson, Messrs Frawley, lished elsewhere. Kinnabulla pitality. The net profit from the Miss E. M. Betts) spent her dier settlers of Mackie’s Es- W. McClelland, Campbell, Welcome Home childhood at Ballapur and has Mr. M. Connelly ably sec- tate, to record a vote as to Cox, Joe O’Donnell, Meaney, concert will probably amount On the evening of April onded Mr. Barber’s remarks, to £40. since been residing at Las- whether they are in favour of Stephens and Lockwood. 21, a very pleasant time was celles. and all present showed their the extension of the water This was the second ap- * spent at “Uradine,” Kinnab- own feelings in applause and channel system, as proposed pearance of the company. District News ulla. The home of Mr. and Dancing and cards were in the singing of “they are from Lonsdale to The very large and appre- Watchem Mrs. F. J. gould, when about enjoyed interspersed by vocal jolly good fellows.” Wooroonook, and easterly to- ciative audience were de- A meeting of 40 wheat- sixty guests assembled to wel- items until supper was served, Mr. Wm. E. Gould thanked wards Marmal. The Water lighted with the excellence of growers was held in the pub- come home Mr. and Mrs. Wm which was appreciated by all. all present for their kind re- Commission are anxious to the programme. lic hall to consider the Gould, who have returned Messrs. Clohesy, Forrester marks about his wife and him- have the votes recorded and During the evening Gen- continuation of the wheat from their honeymoon at Ade- and King supplied the music self, and for the presents returned immediately. pool for another year. After a for the dancing. received. PAGE 14 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. Living with the Land Don’t Cross the Tick: Ehrlichiosis in Dogs Victorian dog owners and veterinarians are reminded to be on the look- out for a new dog disease which is spread by the brown dog tick biting dogs. Ehrlichiosis was found for tive to ehrlichiosis, also the first time in Australia in known as canine monocytic the Kimberley region in mid- ehrlichiosis (CME), a bacte- 2020. It is now found across rial disease caused by mainland Australia apart from Ehrlichia canis (E. canis). “Protect your dogs from Victoria and the ACT, after “With dogs travelling read- ehrlichiosis by regularly being confirmed in South ily around Australia, we need checking them for ticks, using Australia in the last week. to be particularly mindful of effective tick control and Victoria’s Chief Veterinary these symptoms if they have seeking veterinary advice Officer, Dr. Graeme Cooke, come from another state or promptly if they become un- said symptoms could include territory with confirmed cases well. Be particularly vigilant fever, lethargy, loss of ap- and brown dog ticks present. if you’ve been interstate with petite, weight loss, cloudy your dog.” eyes or conjunctivitis, pain, “Reduce the risk of bring- Ehrlichiosis is potentially a “This is a notifiable dis- “If your dog is unwell or If you are unsure about stiffness, nosebleeds, bruising ing the disease into Victoria deadly dog disease, and there ease in Victoria, which means you find any abnormal bumps what is an appropriate tick on the gums or belly, and en- by adopting or purchasing is no vaccine, but antibiotics it must be reported to the or ticks, make sure you control product to use, consult larged lymph nodes. dogs within the state and may assist in managing the Emergency Animal Disease promptly arrange to take your your Veterinary advisor.” To date, no dog originating avoid bringing dogs into Vic- disease if affected dogs are Watch Hotline on 1800 675 dog to your vet. Discuss with On rare occasions humans from Victoria has tested posi- toria,” Dr. Cooke said. treated early. 888 when suspected,” Dr your vet the testing system in can become infected through Cooke said. place for ehrlichiosis in Victo- the bite of an infected tick. “You should regularly ria. Please seek medical advice if check your dog for ticks by “Put a tick in a clean zi- you feel unwell after being running your fingers through plock bag and take it to your exposed to ticks. their coat, on the skin, paying local veterinarian to submit attention to the head, neck, for identification. Freeze the For more information, visit ears, chest, between their toes bag with the tick first if you the Agriculture Victoria web- and around their mouth and cannot take it to a vet imme- site or call the Customer Con- gums. diately. tact Centre on 136 186.

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Update: Victorian Travel Permit System to-date information and • Timing is critical: Delays news. phone 5492 2735 Keep up to date with all requirements at coron- of 4-5 days in baiting after the latest restrictions and avirus.vic.gov.au. “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — PAGE 15 Planting Seeds “Expand On-Line Testing Now” Following repeated calls from The Nationals, the state government has of Opportunity announced that learner drivers from across regional Victoria will finally be able to sit their learner’s permit test online. Business leaders will learn about opportunities for regional growth during a breakfast in Horsham. Member for Lowan, “Their employment and “Well this also directly ap- Emma Kealy, together with future prospects have been plies to the residents of Regional Development Aus- Wimmera Development “The second part of the her National Party col- severely hampered by their Lowan. tralia Grampians chairman Association executive direc- puzzle is highlighting the op- leagues, has repeatedly called inability to sit a test. It is ex- Stuart Benjamin will discuss tor Chris Sounness said portunities that encourage for online testing to be imple- tremely frustrating that while “I am calling on the State how food processing locally Thursday’s breakfast dis- more food processing in the mented to help manage the testing resumed in September, Government to immediately can drive regional growth. cussed and celebrated oppor- region, which can create a huge backlog of testing ap- it has taken Labor a further expand eligibility to include tunity. range of employment oppor- pointments following the can- eight months to implement Lowan residents so our young Barry McGookin, of Food “Our region is very proud tunities for people in our cellation of testing due to the on-line testing when the tech- people are not left stranded Innovation Australia, will pre- of agriculture, but historically region or people who want to COVID-19. nology already existed and and even further disadvan- sent on the collaboration be- we have more often than not move to the region.” was available. taged than they already are by tween his organisation, Wim- grown our produce and then “A lot of our young people the lack of public transport mera Development Associa- allowed other regions to pro- Wimmera Development have been directly impacted The first 500 prospective available.” tion and Beanstalk Ag to build cess the product and gain Association is the peak advo- by this and have been very learner drivers to sit the test entrepreneurship in the region. most of the value,” he said. cacy body behind many patient waiting for their tests,” are from the Gippsland major, emerging projects in Ms Kealy said. region. The three organisations are “Building and supporting the region. It supports busi- hosting a pilot food innova- new, emerging food business nesses, promotes economic “A driver’s licence is cru- “While I am pleased for tion program, “Seeds of in the region is one part of the development opportunities to cial for young people in rural these Gippsland residents, Growth”, for Wimmera puzzle to ensure we can allow investors, and is a key link be- and regional areas where pub- they have been selected in Southern Mallee producers. It our region grow, have great tween industry and govern- lic transport is virtually non- recognition of the long dis- equips participants with the job opportunities for our fam- ments, lobbying for improved existent – they need a licence tances many have to travel to skills to transform an idea into ilies and harness our en- infrastructure and for regional to be able to get to and from sit the text in-person,” Ms a revenue - generating business. trepreneurial spirit. priority issues. work or seek employment. Kealy said. The Ettamogah Pub Mob © Southern Equity Inv Trust 2014. www.ettamogah.com

PAGE 16 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. Magpies Break Their Drought Would you believe that it had been 1,044 days since Boort last savoured success on the senior football field? Saturday, June 16, 2018, to be precise, when the Magpies defeated Charlton. But that long drought was Donald introduced two Both coaching staffs iden- broken at Donald’s Goff Letts very accomplished footballers tified the work of the opposing Oval on Saturday, when Boort to North-Central football, for- midfields as needing to be nul- clinched a morale-boosting 2 mer Coburg footballer Daniel lified, leading to them put point victory over Donald in a Venditti and ex-Old Xavarian greater emphasis on shutting heartstopping finish at the Jake Williams. down that output. Goff Letts Oval. Not having much contact Hawker acknowledged the It’s been a long time be- with team-mates in the lead-up quality ball use of Ross tween celebratory drinks for to Saturday did not prevent the Young, Venditti and Williams the North-Central Black and pair from having a significant as posing a major threat to his White army. But under the influence on the contest. Both team’s chances. direction of new coach and worked very well with Ross Donald used Tom Letts to former player, Andrew Hawker, Young to give the Royal Blues restrict the influence of the supporters have plenty to get a very potent midfield, but hard running Matt Chisari, excited about. their limited match condition- while the Magpies used a And the victory came as a ing was telling late in the game. combination of productive much needed boost to a com- Young and Venditti domi- midfielder Ben Knight, Reece munity doing its best to sup- nated the early stages of the Boland and Jordan Sheahan in port the family of friend and first term, with the result that close checking tagging roles. team-mate, Angus Trethowan. Donald skipped out to a handy Donald had the benefit of The atmosphere in the two lead mid-term. But as was to the wind in the third term, but change rooms post-match could become the trend of the day, a combination of poor kicking not have been starker in contrast. Boort hit back hard in the final and the intense pressure ap- For Boort coach, Andrew stages, to cut the margin to plied by Jack Smith, Keiren Hawker, it was a much needed two points. Wilson and their fellow de- win after having had to tackle Matt Chisari, Levi Roberts- fenders, stifled the Royal two of the heavyweights of the Moss (until injured) and Ben Blues’ scoring opportunities. competition, Sea Lake-Nan- Knight were the drivers of the Alex Davis, Darcy Hawker, daly and Birchip-Watchem, in Magpies’ resurgence, well Brodie Leonard-Shannon and rounds one and two. supported by a rock solid de- Tom Potter were others who For Donald’s Rohan Brown, fence featuring Keiren and James provided plenty of drive for • Donald’s Aaron Schofield tackles Boort’s Ben Knight as he attempts to clear the ball from it was a wake-up call, and he Wilson, Alex Davis, Jarred Starr the Magpies. And despite being a scrimage. Also pictured, left to right, are the Magpies’ Jordan Sheahan, the Royal Blues’ pulled no punches addressing and Jack Smith, who again able to add only 1 behind to its James Wall, Boort’s Matt Chisari and Alex Davis, and Donald’s Charlie Campbell. his charges. performed well against Donald score, they led by 3 points “We are not as good as we spearhead, Seamus Young. heading into the final term. the 8 minute mark, to put them Cody Gunn to wrest back the boost in confidence heading thought we were,” he said, The Magpies would also Hawker again identified the in front, even the most die lead for the Magpies with his into their round 4 clash with identifying poor work rate as have been delighted with the work of Donald’s midfielders, hard Boort supporter must third goal. Wycheproof-Narraport. having been a major contribu- strong showing of 15-year-old Ross Young and Daniel Ven- have been assuming the worst. Donald’s supporters were The same cannot be said of tor to the loss, while driving debutant, Tom Potter, who ditti, as needing to be shut For almost quarter-of-an- jubilant 2 minutes later, when Donald, which must regroup home the need for a big im- showed no signs of nerves on down. He demanded that his hour, both teams attacked with ruckman/forward Josh Potter and rebound strongly, if it is to provement leading into next the bigger stage of senior foot- own midfielders prevent them unrelenting determination, pulled down a critial mark and be equal to the challenge of week’s game against Sea ball. from gaining clean ball and only to be thwarted by two regained the lead with a seem- defeating league leader, Sea Lake-Nandaly. Another 15-year-old, Donald’s being able to run through the very desperate defences. ingly game deciding major. Lake-Nandaly, on the Tigers’ Boort, having recruited ex- Will Burke, in only his second centre corridor unchallenged. Daniel Pearce, a strong In the crucible of a fierce home ground, next Saturday. tensively over two pre-seasons, game, also highlighted the A very good sized crowd at contributor across half-back contest, teenager Will Perry- is fielding a very different flow of talented locals coming the Donald Recreation Re- all afternoon, combined well man held his nerve and may Final scores: Boort 8.10 line-up under Hawker, who up through the junior ranks. serve was treated to a spine with Nathan Witherow and never kick a more valuable (58) d. Donald 7.14 (56). has been able to attract a num- The second term was a tingling finish, with scores re- Jordan Bath to keep the Mag- goal than the one he booted a Best for Boort: Keiren Wil- ber of footballers he coached tight arm wrestle, with neither maining close, the pressure in- pies at bay, while Keiren Wil- minute before the final siren. son, Alex Davis, Matthew previously around Bendigo. team able to make much head- tensifying and the lead son, Jack Smith, Davis Starr He marked dead in front Chisari, Tom Potter, Jack It is taking time for the way on the scoreboard, until changing several times in and Jesse Muscatello did like- after the Magpies, who would Smith, Darcy Hawker, Ben Magpies to gel as a unit, but Cody Gunn (former Charlton quick succession. wise to Donald’s attack. not be denied, surged the ball Knight. there were some very encour- premiership player) snapped Boort suffered a cruel blow Twenty-one minutes into forward with sheer determina- For Donald: Daniel Pearce, aging signs on Saturday that truly for the Magpies, starting early in the term when James an absorbing finale, Braeden tion. Daniel Venditti, Ross Young, the team’s drought-breaking a run of four goals that carried Wilson strained a hamstring. Deary finished off the quick The two-point victory will Jordan Bath, Nathan Witherow, win may not be the last they Boort to an 18-point lead at And when Jake Williams ball movement of Chisari and give the Magpies a significant Josh Potter. enjoy this season. the half-way mark. goaled for the Royal Blues at North-Central Netball Last Saturday’s results: 46 d. Boort 32, St. Arnaud 60 d. Boort 19, St. Arnaud 54 d. “A” Grade Wyche.-Narraport 13. Wyche.-Narraport 8. Birchip-Watchem 40 d. Sea Sixteen-and-Under “B” “C” Grade Birchip-Watchem 13 lost to Lake-Nandaly 36, Charlton 38 Birchip-Watchem 33 lost to lost to Wedderburn 57, Donald Sea Lake-Nandaly 25, Donald Sea Lake-Nandaly 60, Charlton 23 lost to Boort 38. 45 lost to Boort 58, St. Arnaud 27 drew with Wedderburn 27, 32 d. Wycher.-Narraport 20. Thirteen-and-Under Donald 48 d. Boort 33, St. Ar- Birchip-Watchem 26 d. Sea naud 50 d. Wyche.-Narraport 0. “B” Grade Lake-Nandaly 4, Charlton 1 lost Birchip-Watchem 47 d. Sea Sixteen-and-Under “A” to Wedderburn 29, Donald 29 d. Lake-Nandaly 31, Charlton 35 Birchip-Watchem 40 d. Sea Boort 23, St. Arnaud 14 d. lost to Wedderburn 50, Donald Lake-Nandaly 8, Donald 24 d. Wyche.-Narraport 7. A” GRADE SIXTEEN-AND-UNDER “A” P W L D F A Pts % PR Wedderburn 3 3 0 0 181103 12 176 St. Arnaud 2 2 0 0 83 24 8 346 Boort 3 3 0 0 174108 12 161 Donald 2 2 0 0 71 36 8 197 Birchip-Watchem 3 2 1 0 120108 8 111 Boort 3 2 1 0 89 48 8 185 Charlton 3 2 1 0 118124 8 95 Charlton 2 1 0 1 59 57 6 103 Donald 3 1 2 0 127144 4 88 Birchip-Watchem 3 1 2 0 73 57 4 128 St. Arnaud 3 1 2 0 79124 4 64 Wyche.-N’port. 3 0 2 1 57133 2 43 Wyche.-Narraport 3 0 3 0 79 117 0 67 Sea Lake-Nan. 3 0 3 0 40 117 0 34 Sea Lake-Nan. 3 0 3 0 93143 0 65 Wedderburn 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

“B” GRADE SIXTEEN-AND-UNDER “B” St. Arnaud 3 3 0 0 125 70 12 179 Donald 3 2 1 0 149 95 8 157 Boort 3 3 0 0116 38 12 305 100 400 4 Charlton 3 2 1 0 106 92 8 115 St. Arnaud 2 2 0 0 43 17 8 253 100 400 4 Birchip-Watchem 3 2 1 0 99 87 8 114 Wedderburn 2 1 1 0 27 23 4 117 50 200 2 Wedderburn 3 2 1 0 135120 8 112 Sea Lake-Nan. 2 1 1 0 36 51 4 70 50 200 2 Boort 3 1 2 0 91 95 4 96 Donald 2 0 2 0 23 58 0 40 0 0 0 Sea Lake-Nandaly 3 0 3 0 79 113 0 79 Birchip-Wat. 3 0 3 0 27 85 0 32 0 0 0 Wyche.-Narraport 3 0 3 0 39151 0 26 “C” GRADE THIRTEEN-AND-UNDER Donald 3 3 0 0 151 76 12 199 St. Arnaud 3 3 0 0 48 18 12 267 Sea Lake-Nan. 3 3 0 0 138 72 12 192 Donald 3 3 0 0 55 34 12 162 Wedderburn 3 1 1 1 91 86 6 106 Boort 3 2 1 0 60 36 8 167 Charlton 3 1 1 1 80 76 6 105 Wyche.-Narraport 3 1 2 0 41 22 4 186 • High flyer Charlie Campbell outleaps his Boort opponent, Sam Dewar, at a boundary St. Arnaud 3 1 2 0 86 61 4 141 Birchip-Watchem 3 1 2 0 40 33 4 121 throw-in. Also pictured, left to right, are the Magpies’ Cameron Barr and Reece Boland, Boort 3 1 2 0 89 111 4 80 Wedderburn 3 1 2 0 40 34 4 118 Birchip-Watchem 3 1 2 0 86 112 4 77 Sea Lake-Nan. 3 1 2 0 12 54 4 22 the Royal Blues’ Ross Young, Boort’s Matt Chisari and Jarred Starr and Donald’s Josh Wyche.-Narraport 3 0 3 0 21148 0 14 Charlton 3 0 3 0 2 67 0 3 Talty and Tom Letts. “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — PAGE 17 North-Central Football Roundup

Goldacres Seniors Uniting Church Under-Thirteens SEA LAKE-NANDALY ...... 3. 4 7. 6 7.10 10.10 (70) Charlton 8.13 (61) d. Wedderburn 0.1 (1). BIRCHIP-WATCHEM ...... 3. 0 5. 0 6. 2 10. 6 (66) Best for Charlton: Leigh Van Boven, James Fitzpatrick, Isaac Roberts. Goals for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Wade Donnan 3, Will Simpson 3, Joel Donnan, John Summerhayes, Matt Elliott, Dylan Hickey. For Wedderburn: Benjamin Cunningham, Evan McCoy, Eli Clarke. For Birchip-Watchem: Will Sheahan 5, Daniel Castellano 3, Jason Hinkley, Clayton Hinkley. Donald 9.11 (65) d. Boort 0.0 (0). Best for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Ryan O’Sullivan, Wade Donnan, Matt Elliott, John Summer- Best for Donald: Baxter Donnellon, Ethan Clapham, Eliza Jane Rotherham. hayes, Trent Donnan, Cooper Roberts. For Boort: Cooper Gooding, Darby Perryman, Jake O’Flaherty. For Birchip-Watchem: Will Sheahan, Stefan Pye, Dale Hinkley, Sam Simmons, Clayton Hink- ley, Jacob Christie. Sea Lake-Nandaly 7.7 (49) d. Birchip-Watchem 1.2 (8). BOORT ...... 2. 3 6. 8 6. 9 8.10 (58) Best for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Cruz O’Sullivan, Cooper Symes, Prue O’Sullivan. DONALD ...... 2. 5 3. 8 5.13 7.14 (56) For Birchip-Watchem: Chriswin Daniel, Charles Barber, Jeswin Daniel. Goals for Boort: Will Perryman 3, Cody Gunn 2, Braeden Deary 2, Ben Knight. For Donald: Jake Williams, Cody Brooks, Daniel Venditti, Seamus Young, Charlie Campbell, St. Arnaud 10.8 (68) d. Wyche.-Narraport 4.3 (27). Beau Griffiths, Josh Potter. Best for St. Arnaud: Abby Weir, Otis Patton, Frankie Donald. Best for Boort: Keiren Wilson, Alex Davis, Matthew Chisari, Tom Potter, Jack Smith, Darcy For Wyche.-Narraport: Not available. Hawker. For Donald: Daniel Pearce, Daniel Venditti, Ross Young, Jordan Bath, Nathan Witherow, Positions of Teams Joshua Potter. Goldacres North-Central Seniors ST. ARNAUD ...... 3. 1 6. 1 7. 1 12. 2 (74) Team P W L D B F For Agnst % Pts WYCHE.-NARRAPORT ...... 2. 1 4. 3 7. 5 9. 8 (62) Sea Lake-Nandaly ...... 3 3 0 0 0 0 328 113 290.27 12 Goals for St. Arnaud: Tom Douglas 5, Angus Grant 3, Jacob Tillig, Jason Rogers, Bailey Dur- Wedderburn ...... 3 2 0 1 0 0 224 143 156.64 10 ward, Brady Tillig. Birchip-Watchem ...... 3 2 1 0 0 0 262 134 195.52 8 For Wyche.-Narraport: Lachlan Allison 2, Corey Jones 2, Joel Turner 2, Aaron Henneman, James Coatsworth, Kane Butcher. Donald ...... 3 1 1 1 0 0 181 157 115.29 6 Best for St. Arnaud: Tom Douglas, Angus Grant, Harley Durward, Lachlan McQuilken, William Wycheproof-Narraport . . . . 3 1 2 0 0 0 145 174 83.33 4 Bertalli, Nick Birthisel. St. Arnaud ...... 3 1 2 0 0 0 130 253 51.38 4 For Wyche.-Narraport Tom Trewin, Kane Butcher, Boe Bish, Jed Bish, Guy Chisnall, Adal Boort ...... 3 1 2 0 0 0 118 250 47.20 4 Zuk. Charlton ...... 3 0 3 0 0 0 113 277 40.79 0

WEDDERBURN ...... 2. 1 6. 5 6. 7 11.12 (78) CHARLTON ...... 1. 1 2. 3 6. 7 8. 8 (56) Haeusler’s Reserves Goals for Wedderburn: Tom Campbell 3, Will Holt 3, Isaac Holt 2, Jordan Rosengren, Luke Team P W L D B F For Agnst % Pts Edwards, Ryan Butters. Birchip-Watchem ...... 2 2 0 0 0 0 159 50 318.00 8 For Charlton: Rhys Thompson 4, Riely Thiesz 2, Anthony Judd, Jackson Zagame. Wedderburn ...... 3 2 1 0 0 0 205 102 200.98 8 Best for Wedderburn: Tom Campbell, Jordan Rosengren, Danny Benaim, Jordan Har- St. Arnaud ...... 3 2 1 0 0 0 197 136 144.85 8 greaves, Jackson Guan, Mitchell McEwen. Boort ...... 3 2 1 0 0 0 151 125 120.80 8 For Charlton: Rhys Thompson, Kade Blow, Riely Thiesz, Anthony Judd, Tom Finlay, Tyson Sea Lake-Nandaly ...... 2 1 1 0 0 0 159 69 230.43 4 Watton. Donald ...... 3 1 2 0 0 0 157 164 95.73 4 Wycheproof-Narraport . . . . 3 1 2 0 0 0 102 232 43.97 4 Haeusler’s Reserves Charlton ...... 3 0 3 0 0 0 35 287 12.20 0 BIRCHIP-WATCHEM ...... 2. 0 6. 1 9. 5 11. 8 (74) SEA LAKE-NANDALY ...... 3. 0 3. 1 4. 2 4. 3 (27) Charlton & District Community Bank Under-Sixteens Goals for Birchip-Watchem: Matthew Ryan 4, Callum Goode 3, Luke Fowler 3, Jak Gold- smith. Team P W L D B F For Agnst % Pts For Sea Lake-Nandaly: Kris. Stevens 2, Billy Poulton, Perry Roberts. Boort ...... 3 3 0 0 0 0 211 71 297.18 12 Best for Birchip-Watchem: Luke Fowler, Jak Goldsmith, Jack Ryan. Sea Lake-Nandaly ...... 3 2 1 0 0 0 196 85 230.59 8 For Sea Lake-Nandaly: Ben Daniels, Drew McClelland, Angus Collins. Donald ...... 2 1 1 0 0 1 142 62 229.03 8 St. Arnaud ...... 2 1 1 0 0 1 158 114 138.60 8 BOORT ...... 3. 4 5. 4 7.10 9.10 (64) Charlton ...... 2 1 1 0 0 1 124 91 136.26 8 DONALD ...... 1. 0 2. 2 3. 2 3. 5 (23) Birchip-Watchem ...... 3 1 2 0 0 0 79 200 39.50 4 Goals for Boort: Sam Griffiths 6, Chris McElroy, Chris O’Rourke, Conor Churchin. Wedderburn ...... 3 0 3 0 0 0 81 368 22.01 0 For Donald: Harry Forrest 2, Gavin Beckham. Best for Boort: David Johnston, Conor Churchin, Willem Toose. Uniting Church Under-Thirteens For Donald: Nat Clark, Patrick Morgan, Kalon Green. Team P W L D B F For Agnst % Pts Charlton ...... 3 3 0 0 0 0 153 32 478.12 12 ST. ARNAUD ...... 6. 4 9. 6 13. 8 16. 9 (105) Donald ...... 2 2 0 0 0 1 125 35 357.14 12 WYCHE.-NARRAPORT ...... 0. 1 1. 3 3. 4 4. 7 (31) St. Arnaud ...... 3 3 0 0 0 0 190 65 292.31 12 Goals for St. Arnaud: Daniel Needs 6, Rory Bigmore 3, Joshua Hicks 2, Tom Myers, Nathan Sea Lake-Nandaly ...... 3 2 1 0 0 0 136 39 348.72 8 McNally, Baxter Cheesman, Riley Burke, Beau Knight. Boort ...... 3 1 2 0 0 0 49 156 31.41 4 For Wyche.-Narraport: Arran Gemmell, Thomas Kairn, Kaleb Kennedy, Zachary Cruse. Birchip-Watchem ...... 3 0 3 0 0 0 57 150 38.00 0 Best for St. Arnaud: Beau Knight, Dillon Baldock, Tom Myers. Wedderburn ...... 3 0 3 0 0 0 54 191 28.27 0 For Wyche.-Narraport: Zachary Cruse, Harry Moore, Rowan Jones. Wyche.-Narraport ...... 2 0 2 0 0 0 33 129 25.58 0 WEDDERBURN ...... 3. 5 6. 9 11.14 15.17 (107) CHARLTON ...... 0. 1 0. 1 1. 1 2. 3 (15) Goals for Wedderburn: Kyle Wright 5, Christopher Hargreaves 4, Jayden Leach 2, Sam Johnston 2, Francisco Fernandes, Matthew Lockhart. For Charlton: R. Sanderson, Sean O'Connor. Best for Wedderburn: Jayden Leach, Francisco Fernandes, Matthew Lockhart. Tooleybuc Sporting Club Presidents’ Award For Charlton: Darby Fitzpatrick, Nicholas McCallum, Will Fitzpatrick. Voting for round 3: Boort: Keiren Wilson 3, Jack Smith 2, Matthew Chisari 1. Charlton & District Community Bank Under-Sixteens Donald: Daniel Pearce 3, Daniel Venditti 2, Ross Young 1. SEA LAKE-NANDALY ...... 2. 3 5. 5 9.13 11.14 (80) Birchip-Watchem: Will Sheahan 3, Stefan Pye 2, Dale Hinkley 1. BIRCHIP-WATCHEM ...... 0. 0 1. 2 1. 2 1. 2 (8) Sea Lake-Nandaly: Ryan O’Sullivan 3, Wade Donnan 2, Matt Elliott 1. Goals for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Max Cahoon 6, Brock Crowe 2, Jet Newick, Thomas Cox, Jack Stacey. Charlton: Riey Thiesz 3, Tom Finlay 2, Anthony Judd 1. For Birchip-Watchem: Connor Boyle. Wedderburn: Tom Campbell 3, Jackson Guan 2, Danny Benaim 1. Best for Sea Lake-Nandaly: Max Cahoon, Cooper Allan, Thomas Cox. St. Arnaud: Tom Douglas 3, Angus Grant 2, Harley Durward 1. For Birchip-Watchem: Jade Kahukura, Charlie Frank, Ty Colbert. Wyche.-N’port.: Tom Trewin 3, Kane Butcher 2, Boe Bish 1. BOORT ...... 3. 0 3. 1 3. 4 6. 7 (43) DONALD ...... 0. 1 2. 1 4. 2 4. 3 (27) Goals for Boort: Frasier Holland 4, Kobie Streader, Brodie Wagner. For Donald: Jett Adams 2, Braxton Hollis 2. Leading Goal Kickers Best for Boort: Nicholas Scott, Kobie Streader, Max Beattie. For Donald: Jett Adams, Brady Griffiths, Seth Pearse. Seniors Reserves CHARLTON ...... 2. 3 7. 5 12. 8 18. 8 (116) Daniel Castellano (Bir.-Wat.) 3 . . 10 Sam Griffiths (Boort) 6 ...... 11 WEDDERBURN ...... 0. 2 0. 4 0. 5 0. 5 (5) Will Holt (Wedderburn) 3 ...... 9 Daniel Needs (St. Arnaud) 6 . . . . 9 Goals for Charlton: Jacob Olive 4, Nick Thompson 3, Angus Johnstone 3, Hugh Sait 2, Will Sheahan (Bir.-Wat.) 5 ...... 8 Gerald Riley (Wedderburn) 0 . . . 9 Oscar Bourke 2, Michael Olive, Bailey Dixon, William Allan, Hunter Connolly. Billy McInnes (Sea Lake-Nandaly) 0 . 7 Nathan Wight (Sea Lake-Nan.) 0 . . . 6 For Wedderburn: Nil. Lachlan Allison (Wyche.-N’port.) 2 . 7 Gavin Beckham (Donald) 1 ...... 4 Best for Charlton: Cooper Boyle, Harry Conroy, Bailey Dixon. Josh Smulders (Donald) 0 ...... 4 Tom Douglas (St. Arnaud) 5 . . . . 7 For Wedderburn: Dylan Caruana, Zen Joyner, Tyson Woodman. Kris Stevens (Sea Lake-Nan.) 2 . . . . 4 Isaac Holt (Wedderburn) 2 ...... 6 Anthony Tormey (Wyche.-N’port.) 0 . 3 East Charlton Hotel Club Championship Matt Elliott (Sea Lake-Nan.) 1 . . . 6 Brenton Dixon (Donald) 0 ...... 3 (Senior win 10 pts., Reserves 6, Under-16s 4, Under-13s 2). Snr. Res. U-16 U-13 Ttl. Next Saturday Birchip-Watchem ...... 0 6 0 0 42 Sea Lake-Nandaly Tigers . . . . 10 0 4 2 48 Wedderburn ...... 10 6 0 0 37 Round 4, Saturday, May 1 — Boort ...... 10 6 4 0 36 St. Arnaud v. Charlton St. Arnaud ...... 10 6 0 0 34 Wedderburn v. Birchip-Watchem Donald ...... 0 0 0 2 29 Sea Lake-Nandaly v. Donald Wycheproof-Narraport ...... 0 0 0 0 16 Wycheproof-Narraport v. Boort Charlton ...... 0 0 4 2 8

PAGE 18 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. Redbacks Prove Too Steady Charlton Park hosted a game that would allow both the Charlton Navies and Wedderburn Redbacks an opportunity to gauge their respective strength for the season. Looking to bounce back Tigers In A Thriller from last week’s hiding against reigning premiers Sea • Continued from page 20. siderably creating opportunity Lake-Nandaly, the boys in for their forwards. Three Bulls getting an even share of blue won the toss and kicked ball into their forward fifty unanswered goals had them remarkably with their noses in with the aid of a two to three finally. Only one goal for the goal breeze. quarter from the boot of Shea- front come the 23-minute In the absence of big-bodied han inched the Bulls closer. mark and they were full of Defenses from both sides running. Home crowd in full key forward Joe McGrath, back on top, the contest be- voice. Defender Dale Hink- Charlton’s forward line was coming dour. Fantastic fea- ley moved midfield had a going to rely on good supply ture of the game was the tough snap under pressure just from up the field if it were to prominence of the Tigers’ miss, which would have put kick a winning score. The junior brigade and they have the game beyond reach. Ball early advantage, however, plenty. Jack Poulton, Charlie inched from the kickout to the went the way of the Redbacks Cox and Cooper Roberts Tigers’ forward area with – Jordan Hargreaves in the down back, hard as nails and Hickey doing the job in front ruck giving the ’Burn runners hard working. Across the of goal. Tigers win. En- great advantage as he took the • Wedderburn’s Corey Lowry leads the chase for the football. midfield and forward they had thralling contest. Saturdays in early points against Charl- Others pictured are team-mate Mitch McEwen and the Navies’ Hickey, Ryan McGarry and the bush are back. ton’s returning ruckman Aaron Walklate and Tyson Watton. Brody Weir all creative, all Both sides had quality Angus McKenzie – the begin- playing prominent roles. The players missing Saturday, ning of an entertaining match- Soulsby were dour in the ef- repeat entries. Bulls are blooding a number none more so for the Bulls up across the day. forts, weight of ball ultimately Charlton came storming as well, Tadhg Lowry being than their gun Nathan Gor- Wedderburn was able to don, with the Tigers missing won out. back into the contest, kicking Boort Golf their third debutant this year turn the first quarter into a The first stroke competi- and, whilst as a group they’re Delmenico, big forward Billy Charlton showed glimpses four goals to three, and hold- scrap, utilising its bigger bod- of run and carry through the ing the Redbacks to just two tion for the year took place not quite where the Tigers’ McInnes and recruit Austin on Saturday and it was Mertz, so somewhat difficult ies to create stoppages, and quarter, starting to put faith in points – scores were level at younger brigade are as yet, with Hargreaves on top, al- pleasing to have a dozen they’re coming. to gauge where the sides ex- teammates to be in the right 42 apiece going into what lowed them to get first hands players turn up. Bulls within 2 goals come actly fit, it didn’t take from spots, Sam O’Connor providing promised to be an enthralling the quality of the contest Sat- on the ball. a target at half forward, and last quarter. After spending countless last change and back in the hours helping to clean up and contest. Midfielders working urday. With the Redbacks’ spread setting up shots for Tom Fin- It just whets the appetite from the clearance particu- prepare the course over the harder, the 3 Hinkley brothers lay and Jackson Zagame. Despite Charlton kicking previous few months, Kevin more involved, Clayton for when they next meet and, larly damaging into the Again it was Rhys Thompson against the breeze for the last whilst it’s only April, it breeze, they were able to put Linehan earned a very deserv- around half forward danger- who put through Charlton’s quarter, and after a promising ing win with his best score for ous. With Simpson kicking doesn’t take a rocket scientist the first score on the board only goal for the quarter. opening couple of minutes, it to fathom both sides will fig- and suffocate the Charlton many years. His 81 off the the first of the last, the Tigers If not for the efforts of new truly was game on. However, stick, with nett 63, blitzed the skipped out to a near 3-goal ure prominently come ball use – playing into the Navy Kade Blow, and 151- the experience and strength of September. field easily, leaving Doug lead, the ball up and down the hands of Wedderburn’s de- gamer Riely Thiesz on their Wedderburn came through, Couper, Andrew Kane and ground, just a ripping contest. Final scores: Sea Lake- fence. wings for Charlton, Wedder- steadying to kick the first two Nandaly Tigers 10:10 (70) d. Ray Taylor to collect the Sheahan shot his fifth, fantas- Coach Danny Benaim was burn could have taken an even goals of the quarter and take minor prizes in the ball run. tic effort against quality oppo- Birchip-Watchem 10.6 (66). using his experience against Best for Sea Lake-Nan- greater than 25-point buffer some wind out of the Charlton Doug and Andrew also sition in a hot contest, but the the young Charlton half-for- into the main break. sails. Not to be denied, Charl- collected nearest-the-pin hard running Summerhayes daly: Ryan O’Sullivan, Wade wards to zone off and inter- Whatever was said in the ton, through Rhys Thompson awards, as did President Stu- chimed in with another for the Donnan, Matt Elliot, Trent cept many attacking moves, Charlton sheds at half-time again showed fight, and while art Tweddle, while ladies Dot Tigers and then a definitive Donnan, John Summerhayes, and despite kicking into the Cooper Roberts. had an immediate impact, and a late goal to Riely Thiesz re- Beattie and Gaye Sim change in the game momen- breeze, it was Wedderburn For Birchip-Watchem: with Rhys Thompson easily duced the margin, ultimately knocked it closer on two of tum. which took a six-point advan- the par 3s than anyone else The Bulls were hunting in Will Sheahan, Stef Pye, Dale looking the most likely to the Redbacks proved too Hinkley, Sam Simmons, tage into quarter-time, Charl- kick a score, taking a number steady, going on to record a did for the week. swathes, laying tackle after ton getting a late goal through This round also concluded tackle, workrate lifted with Clayton Hinkley, Jacob of strong contested marks, hard fought 22-point win. a strong grab from Rhys the D&A Lanyon fencing forward fifty entries up con- Christie. Charlton began to look dan- Final scores: Wedderburn Thompson, drifting forward. gerous. With Ben Walklate 11.12 (78) d. Charlton 8.8 (56). award for the men for the month of April, and with con- Wedderburn opened the shifted into the centre, Angus Best for Wedderburn: Tom game up in the second quar- sistently solid performances McKenzie rediscovered his Campbell, Jordan Rosengren, each week, it was Doug ter, tall forwards Will Holt renowned leap in the ruck, al- Danny Benaim, Jordan Harg- North-Central Hockey and Tom Campbell being the Couper who finished on top lowing Aaron Walklate to reaves, Jackson Guan, of the eclectic scores on 50, Results of round 3 — main beneficiaries of quick, gain a number of centre clear- Mitchell McEwen. long ball movement, often with Damien and Keven tied Men: Birchip-Watchem 2 drew with Sea Lake Nandaly 2, ances, and supply into the for- For Charlton: Rhys for runners-up on 47. isolating the undersized Charlton 9 d. Wedderburn 0, Donald 0 lost to Boort 6, St. Arnaud ward line became plentiful; Thompson, Kade Blow, Riely Next Saturday will see a 1 d. Wycheproof-Narraport 0. Charlton defence one out, and Wedderburn’s defenders had Thiesz, Anthony Judd, Tom return to a stableford event. Women: Birchip-Watchem 3 d. Sea Lake Nandaly 1, Charl- while Tyson Watton and Pat to work overtime to repel the Finlay, Tyson Watton. ton 9 d. Wedderburn 1, Donald 0 lost to Boort 12, St. Arnaud 2 d. Wycheproof-Narraport 0. Under-15: Birchip-Watchem 2 d. Sea Lake-Nandaly 0, Charlton 5 d. Wedderburn 0, Donald 1 lost to Boort 2, St. Arnaud 4 d. Wycheproof-Narraport 3. Under-12: Birchip-Watchem 0 drew with Sea Lake-Nandaly 0, Donald 6 d. Boort 0, St. Arnaud 6 d. Wycheproof-Narraport 0. POSITIONS OF TEAMS Women P W D L F For Agst SD Pts WR Charlton ...... 3 3 0 0 0 16 1 15 9 100 Boort ...... 3 2 0 1 0 18 4 14 6 67 Birchip-Watchem ...... 3 2 0 1 0 9 7 2 6 67 St. Arnaud ...... 3 2 0 1 0 6 6 0 6 67 Wycheproof-Narraport . 3 1 0 2 0 7 9 -2 3 33 Sea Lake-Nandaly . . . . 3 1 0 2 0 3 6 -3 3 33 Wedderburn ...... 3 1 0 2 0 8 15 -7 3 33 Donald ...... 3 0 0 3 0 5 24 -19 0 0

Men Boort ...... 3 3 0 0 0 34 0 34 9 100 St. Arnaud ...... 3 3 0 0 0 18 0 18 9 100 Charlton ...... 3 2 0 1 0 13 5 8 6 67 Wycheproof-Narraport . 3 2 0 1 0 10 2 8 6 67 Wedderburn ...... 3 1 0 2 0 3 13 -10 3 33 Sea Lake-Nandaly . . . . 3 0 1 2 0 2 22 -20 1 11 Birchip-Watchem ...... 3 0 1 2 0 2 27 -25 1 11 Donald ...... 3 0 0 3 0 1 14 -13 0 0

Under-15s St. Arnaud ...... 3 2 1 0 0 16 6 10 7 78 Boort ...... 3 2 1 0 0 9 1 8 7 78 Donald ...... 3 2 0 1 0 12 4 8 6 67 Charlton ...... 3 2 0 1 0 15 9 6 6 67 Birchip-Watchem ...... 3 1 2 0 0 4 2 2 5 56 Wycheproof-Narraport . 3 1 0 2 0 14 10 4 3 33 Sea Lake-Nandaly . . . . 3 0 0 3 0 0 17 -17 0 0 Wedderburn ...... 3 0 0 2 1 1 22 -21 0 0

Under-12s St. Arnaud ...... 2 2 0 0 0 15 0 15 6 100 Donald ...... 2 2 0 0 0 9 0 9 6 100 Charlton ...... 2 2 0 0 0 4 0 4 6 100 Sea Lake-Nandaly . . . . 3 1 1 1 0 6 5 1 4 44 • Finding space is Charlton’s Joe Tormey (22). Contesting the ruck are Tom Campbell (Wedderburn) and Angus McKenzie Birchip-Watchem ...... 3 1 1 1 0 3 9 -6 4 44 Wycheproof-Narraport . 3 0 0 3 0 0 10 -10 0 0 (Charlton). Those depicting the “arm wrestle” which this game was are, left to right, the Navies’ Jordy Collins, Dean Boort ...... 3 0 0 3 0 2 15 -13 0 0 McKay and Kade Blow and the Redbacks’ Jacob Piccoli, Mitch McEwen and Jackson Guan. “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 — PAGE 19 The Buloke Times SPORTSPORT Est. 1875

• Umpires and Birchip-Watchem (right) and Sea Lake-Nandaly footballers line up to observe a minute’s silence, conducted by Birchip RSL sub-branch president, Shane McLoughlan, prior to the start of Saturday’s senior game. Tigers In A Thriller Wow! Twenty-nine minutes gone, Bulls in front by 2 points having come from the clouds with a last quarter rush, then a somewhat controversial downfield free kick resulting in a set shot from point blank range, duly slot- ted through by Tiger youngster Dylan Hickey grabs the lead back. Ball back to the centre, bounced, siren sounds seconds later, game over.

Tigers victorious, raucous Almost beyond words that the the Tiger army out and about Bulls’ crowd silenced, round Council go-ahead to build this in the vast numbers they bring one bragging rights to them in outstanding community com- regularly to North-Central what is quickly becoming a plex in the 80s was only footy. Cha-Ching gold for strong rivalry between the passed on the deciding vote of club canteens and bars, Bulls’ northern neighbours of North then Birchip Shire President supporters also around in Central footy. Best entertain- Gus Barber, the story retold at numbers providing a finals- ment possible for ten bucks. Gus’s recent funeral and he like atmosphere and duly the The two grand final com- too, like George, would be players from both clubs batants from when it was last immensely proud of the result. served up a ripper contest. played way back in 2019, And what a game to chris- Both sides have strong both expected to figure ten it! A second half come- midfield groups – talent prominently in season 2021 back by the Bulls getting packed in fact – and it was having started the year in su- them back in the contest after thought beforehand that the perb form lined up to christen they had been completely out- winner of this battle would Birchip’s brand spanking new played by a slick Tigers’ outfit have a significant outcome on deck, and its namesake rampant in the first half, only the end result. Chol Majok up George Cartwright would be spoiled by inaccurate kicking against the indefatigable Ryan • Jo Brady, Sea Lake RSL sub-branch president, conducts the coin toss two-up style, with immensely pleased with the in front of goal. The halftime O’Sullivan turning 41 years the respective captains, Luke Martin (left, Sea Lake-Nandaly), and Dale Hinkley (Birchip- result. It is truly magnificent, 7.6 score-line a poor result for young in July, not just amaz- Watchem). resembling more a bowling their absolute dominance. ing, almost unbelievable the green so perfect it is. Poor Will Simpson, who had way he played Saturday; so the ball first opportunity at couldn’t get a sniff of it early field fed by O’Sullivan, Trent Wonderful work under- it on a string, just couldn’t athletic still, runs like a will, regularly evading the stages and on the rare occa- and Wade Donnan unstop- taken by all involved led by split the sticks with his set gazelle, jumped like super- clutches no matter how hard sion they did, were under con- pable, Elliot on fire whether at the Birchip Leisure Centre shots, finishing with 3 goals 6 man. the Bulls’ boys tried to tackle stant pressure to utilise it. half forward or in the middle, group, with funding from a points. Majok’s relatively new to him. Ominously for the Bulls John Summerhayes every- number of sources co-ordi- The Bulls on the other the ruck caper, but no slouch Fair credit to Majok who the Tigers kicked off with a where, options galore as they nated by Council (the new hand made the most of their on recent form. Yet in the first bounced back strongly in the goal in the opening minute to ran forward. Three unan- oval just part of the envied limited forward entries, post- half, O’Sullivan didn’t miss a second half to even up the Wade Donnan, following clin- swered goals the result, more complex) which has had ing 5 goals straight to keep tap, not a one, delivering the crucial hitouts negating the ical work out of the centre, had they kicked straight. The major work upgrades recently, them in the contest, when in ball silver service on a platter easy ball out of the centre then another within 5 minutes Bulls coughed the ball up reg- including spectacular new reality, the Tigers should have to his well organised midfield contests, which the Tigers from a Matt Elliot special, a ularly, inexplicably in some netball courts set to be un- blown them out of the park. group, led by razor-sharp used with devastating effect in beautiful running 45m angle cases, groans from the crowd veiled in 2 weeks, along with Fittingly the game was Trent Donnan who was in their dominating first half. shot. Tigers up and about, set- audible. other facility improvements. played before a packed house; scintillating form, grabbing The Birchip midfielders just up beautifully, running rampant creating options galore, Still they stayed in touch defence under real pressure against the tide. Sheahan the Bulls didn’t know where nabbed his third for the day, a to look. beautiful right foot kick he Then the emergence of has, unlike proud left-footing young Will Sheahan, who grandfather, Brian Hogan, came of age Saturday playing with Castellano also nabbing at full forward. With a rare another. And how they would forward entry, Sheahan was have loved Ruben Vesilkuru able to pluck a nice mark, slot in the middle, but alas parked it, then do the same again in the crowd, missing the shortly thereafter aided by a game with a traffic indiscre- 50m penalty. Remarkably tion on the way back running game back on a even keel, 2 late from Geelong. The alarm goals apiece, but with the clock Ruby, the alarm clock! Tigers winning a far greater Plucked after playing the re- amount of the ball. Pressure serves and in his 50th club still on the Bulls. game, Luke Fowler came in Simpson broke the im- and showed he can belong passe with some magic, Eddie with some silky skills. Betts like from an impossible angle surrounded by a clutch Coach Ryan swung the of Bulls’ defenders, before magnets at halftime trying to instigate a change in the flow Dan Castellano, on the end of of play and whether this was a pass from Matt Berry, the catalyst or not the tide popped one through for the changed. The ruck contests Bulls to have the game locked particularly evened up and 3 goals apiece at quarter time. without clear easy ball, the • Opposing ruckmen Ryan O’Sullivan (front, Sea Lake-Nandaly) and Chol Majok (Birchip-Watchem) contest a centre The second quarter was midfield battle tightened, the bounce. Waiting for the outcome are, left to right, the Bulls’ Stefan Pye, Tigers Wade Donnan and Trent Donnan, the Bulls’ dominated by the Tigers. Lachlan Ryan, Sea Lake-Nandaly’s Flynn McGarry and Birchip-Watchem’s Jason Hinkley. They sizzled through the mid- • Continued on page 19 PAGE 20 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, April 27, 2021