Loch Sport Link DECEMBER/JANUARY 2020 Gold Coin Donation MERRY CHRISTMAS TWILIGHT MARKET SATURDAY 28 DECEMBER 2019 4 - 8 PM LAKE STREET FORESHORE, LOCH SPORT SAND SCULPTING INCLUDING KIDS SCULPTING WORKSHOPS, PONY RIDES, BEAUTIFUL FOOD VENDORS AND PLENTY OF MARKET STALLS A Community House fundraiser for community bus maintenance

For enquiries please phone 5146 0145 or email: [email protected] AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR COMMUNITY INFORMATION

The LINK is a Loch Sport Contents Community House Inc. Community Information publication aimed at providing g Community House News news, information & entertainment to its readers. CRG Physical Address: Public Hall Community Groups National Park Road Loch Sport Mailing Address: P.O. Box 587 Special Interest Loch Sport Victoria 3851 Phone: (03) 5146 0145 Loch Sport Advertising Email: [email protected] Clubs & Organisations Web: www.lochsport.org.au Our Community The Link is available from L.S.C.H Term Guide Loch Sport Supermarket Loch Sport General Store Calendar of Events Loch Sport Fire Shed (op Shop) t Gary Powers Real Estate Horoscopes EMERGENCY NUMBERS Cshell Real Estate Tide Charts & Fishing Ambulance 000 Lakeview Bar & Bistro Buy, Swap & Sell Report Fire 000 Loch Sport Garden Centre Police 000 Tourist Information Centre- Sale Wellington Shire Website- From Mobile Phone 112 Wellington/Your COASTAL BUS SERVICE L.S. Police 5146 0556 Community/Community-Newsletters L.S. Health Centre 5146 0349 Lochy Coffee Departs Mon&Fri Wed Wildlife Victoria 1300094535 Loch Sport Pharmacy Red Cross 5146 0637 Gippsland Centre Sale 08:40 N/A SES Loch Sport 5146 0263 Link Contributions Loch Sport (Wallaby St) 09:30 09:30 SES Emergency 132500 DeadLine for articles & Advertising National Park Gate 09:35 09:35 for DECEMBER/JANUARY Sale Police 5142 2200 General Store 09:45 09:45 2019-2020 Sale Hospital 5143 8600 10 NOVEMBER 2019 Golden Beach 10:10 10:10 Longford 10:30 10:30 Wellington Shire 1300366244 Please No hand written or typed Sale Centre 10:40 10:40 Council articles. Articles can be lodged by the Sale - Hospital 10:45 10:45 Poisons Info 131126 following means DELWP 136186 Return Text- email (injured animals) -any word doc. Sale Hospital 4:15 1:20 Fisheries Victoria 133475 -memory stick/disk Sale Railway 4:20 Sale Centre 4:30 1:30 photo/artwork: Longford 4:40 1:40 -Physical Prints of Artwork Golden Beach 5:00 email Loch Sport Turn-off 5:10 2:10 memory stick/disk in JPG* format General Store 5:25 2:25 (not embedded in a word or PDF) National Park 5:35 2:35 Swan & Wallaby 5:40 2:45 LIBRARY DISCLAIMER Paradise Beach Passengers “Views expressed by the Loch Sport Community House contributors are theirs alone. They MUST BOOK Littles Coaches Thursday are not endorsed by the Loch Sport 5144 2623 by 4pm previous 1:00pm - 4:30pm Community House Inc. or the workday self service ordering also during editors. No responsibility is normal House hours accepted by the “LINK”, its editors or Books,talking books, DVD's printers for the accuracy of videos & Music CD's information contained in text and LOCH SPORT PUBLIC HALL advertisements.Neither the editors, View the range of items nor the Loch Sport Community House for your entertainment. Inc. nor its committee in any way National Park Rd Hobbies & Crafts endorses or takes responsibility whatsoever for any material For Hall Bookings contributed. All contributions must be please phone accompanied by the full name, 5146 0516 address and telephone number TIP TIMES of the contributor for verification Mon ~ 12pm - 4pm purposes, not publication.” Fri, Sat & Sun ~ 12 - 5pm Editors: MANDY JOHNSON JEANETTE HUGHES

Volume 22 - Issue 6- Page 2 COMMUNITY INFORMATION

Know Your Bible Study K.Y.B For further information Phone Nina 5146 0795

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FOR ‘AT RISK’ RESIDENTS Are you caring for a family member or friend in your local community? Assistance is available for people who are not receiving support Latrobe Community Health Service helps carers take a break from their caring services, are frail, aged, isolated, have role. The Carer Programs’ team provides flexible assistance through respite, no family or leisure activities, help with home maintenance and events with other carers. local support networks. Trained Red Cross volunteers can assist with emergency planning for Wellington Carers can access this service if they look after a friend or family situations such as heat-waves, floods, member who is elderly or has dementia, a mental illness or a life-limiting storms and bush fires. illness. For more information on eligibility and Loch Sport Carers who are currently receiving services through Carer how to refer someone for this free Red Programs say it is the best thing they could have done. Cross service, please contact Sheryl McHugh, To find out more about how Carer Programs can support you, phone Latrobe Wellington Shire Council Community Health Service on 1800 242 696, to determine eligibility. Emergency Management team on 5142 3110

St Marks Anglican & Community Church Services

Loch Alive Christian Centre 229 National Park Road Loch Sport (Australian Christian Churches)

10.00am every Sunday

with Sunday School Activities

101 National Park Road

Loch Sport

(Cnr Bream & National Park Road) Pastor Pol Mijares St Marks Anglican Service - 10.30am, 2nd & 4th Sunday 0447 908 193 Catholic Church Service - 11am, 2nd & 4th Saturday

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 3 LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY HOUSE NEWS

The Library AQUACIZE Why not join us on either Wednesdays Loch Sport Community is located at the or Saturdays (or both) for a relaxing House Inc. Programs water exercise or swimming at Sale Dancing Class indoor heated pool (Hydrotherapy). Book Club Loch Sport Table Tennis Swim, exercise at your own pace in Computer Class Craft Group great company. There is a small fee for Fitness Group Community House bus travel and entry fee to the pool. Genealogy/Ancestry Line Dancing Movie Group Thursday 1.30 - 4.30 Music Group This is a casual group, so there is no Play Group need to commit for a term SewingGroup Tai Chi for Arthritis Aquacize/Swimming Walking for Fitness Wednesdays 11:00 - 1:30 approx Running Group Saturdays 08:00 - 12:00 approx Seated Yoga including travel time Yoga Exercise Zen-tangle Art Class Contact the Community House on Book Writer's Club 51460145 Music, Arts and Culture Trips A Program only needs 3+ Participants to be viable

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Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 4 COMMUNITY HOUSE NEWS

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR

Here we are again in December and like we hear most of you say, where has the year gone! Here, at the Community House, the weeks and months just fly by keeping up with all of our activities and events. As our population has increased, we have welcomed many new members to our Community House this year who have joined one or several of our regular activities.

As one of the largest member based organisations in Loch Sport we would like to thank all of our members, group facilitators and volunteers for all the help it takes to run our organisation.

A very successful community day was held in the Public Hall last month showcasing to members of the public many of the groups and committee’s that exist in our town. Quite a few new-comers to the town were surprised to learn how much happens in Loch Sport. Some organisations acquired new members from this open day and others enlisted as committee members for their chosen interest.

As most of you know, our Melbourne Cup community market changed its venue to the LakeView Bar & Bistro as a trial, allowing us to invite more stall holders and have more space. The morning was an overwhelming success, with stall holders reporting record sales and the general public loved the free-flowing, relaxed atmosphere with plenty of room to move around and socialise. We were absolutely blessed with a break in the weather.

A big thank you again to all of the volunteers that worked together to make the market come together. We look forward to holding our March Labour Day market there also.

Our annual Gippsport Walktober Challenge took place in November. Gippsport ask the regions Community Houses to encourage our members to take part in recording our walking steps for two weeks. We are proud to say that we have just been announced the winners for the second year in a row. This year we accumulated 4,062,147 steps.

In early November, we hosted the boat licence course for Loch Sport Fishing Association and successfully hooked fourteen new captains. This was so popular, it will be run again soon.

Our final event of the year will be the enormously popuar Twilight Market on 28 December. Enticing the locals again with mouth watering food from our food vendors, a great array of market stalls, a sand sculpture and pony rides. See you there for a great afternoon.

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 5 LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVE GROUP

meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month, except 2nd Tuesday in November at 10am in the Public Hall (no meeting in January). AGM IN December Letters to the Secretary LSCRG PO Box 129 Loch Sport 3851 Email: [email protected] Website www.lochsportcrg.org.au

A new look for our CRG.

The Wellington shire is changing the way the LS CRG will interact with local planning groups. In future we will not be required to produce a community plan but recommend projects under the new title of the Community Collaborations Program; each will be an individual group project.

Our strength is in our numbers as a community group who puts forward a project will be far stronger than individuals contacting council with ideas. As a community we can have a bigger voice than individuals. Each project is important to our community as we live here. LS CRG has good track records for local projects including the skateboard park and the footpath on National Park Rd, which needs to be extended. We need community support to carry these projects to fruition.

If you have a passion for the future of Loch Sport come along and get involved in your community group. If you are not getting any satisfaction from sending a CAR (Customer Action Request) to Council bring it to everyone’s attention via the CRG. If you have an idea for something in Loch Sport please come along to a meeting and share it with others.

We have a facebook page “What’s on in Loch Sport” and a large Mailchimp database for monthly news from the meetings and receive important information from government groups. Register if you wish to receive emails. [email protected]

The Annual General Meeting of the Loch Sport CRG will be held on Tuesday December 3 at 10 am at the Loch Sport Public Hall.

The group needs committee members, especially a secretary. If you qualify as a Centrelink volunteer this could be the job for you. Contact LS CRG President Barry Meyer through [email protected] to discuss the position.

Volume 22 - Issue 6- Page 6 WHY I CHOSE TO LIVE IN LOCH SPORT

BY DINAH BARTON

An isolated coastal town on the Gippsland Lakes Bounded by Lake Victoria, Lake Reeve and the 90 Mile Beach Community minded people care for this town Dazzling colours assault your eyes Emus meander throughout the golf course Fresh winds off the beach cool in summer Gannets swoop and dive for fish

Herons fossick amongst the shallow reeds Inland Dolomite Swamp defines the landscape Joeys peek out of the pouch Kangaroos visit for company Lorikeets screech in the banksia trees Mountains beyond complete the scene Nocturnal owls call in the night Orange tinted sunsets streak the sky Parrots parade their plumage Quietness a blessing here Rosellas take centre stage Swans glide with stately grace Tracks in the sand of animal life Ugliness not present Vivid sunrise to greet the day Wombats hide in deep dugouts Xanadu a place of idyllic beauty Yachts pleasure sail

Zealous people live and guard this precious town

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 7 LOCH SPORT R.S.L.

Summer is now here, with our busy time approaching. Our spring trading was well patronized once again.

Our country and western night was a fun night, thanks to Bella and the Kitchen staff for putting on a great night.

Melbourne Cup week-end started off with Cats in the Kitchen playing on Sunday and Monday night. The Calcutta night was once again a success with horses being auctioned off and the band playing until wee hours of the morning. Cup Day Lunch was prepared by the Women’s Auxiliary and once again they put on a marvellous spread of chicken and salad followerd by a glass of champagne, with the sweeps, raffles and the Loch Sport Cup. It ended up a wonderful day.

Remembrance Day was held on Monday 11th November with a service followed by refreshments, our thanks go out to Rob and Robin for their contribution to the service.

On Saturday December 8th we will be holding a Trivia night at the RSL, Meals will be available from 6pm, with Trivia starting at 7.45pm and a cost of $10.00 per person will be charged to play Trivia to cover costs, please book your seat with Bella at the Bar on 51460841.

The Committee of the Loch Sport RSL wish you all a safe and Happy Christmas and 2020.

Enjoy Summer Leigh Jensen (President)

RSL WOMENS AUXILIARY

I am Sorry to say that we have another Vale in this LINK as a life member of the Loch Sport RSL passed away in October. Past president Mrs Mary Bruce worked with the Women’s Auxiliary for many years and will be sadly missed by all.

Our Christmas raffle is well under way, with many gift baskets to choose from.

We have two new Auxiliary Members in Michelle and Mary and we thank them very much for coming on board to help out our ladies.

If you know someone in our community that needs a little help please inform one of our Auxiliary members. The Auxiliary Ladies wish you all a safe and Happy Christmas and New Year.

Loch Sport RSL Women’s Auxiliary Committee.

LOCH SPORT MEN'S SHED

Firstly I would like to thank all those who supported our Cup weekend raffle. We had a great range of goods and vouchers donated by local and Sale businesses.

The winners were: 1st: Ray Johnson (Wheelbarrow of goodies) 2nd: Aaron Watson (Outdoor setting and extras) 3rd: Bob Dodd (Bird feeder, seed and extras).

The raffle was drawn on Cup eve at the Men's Shed by 6 year old Billy (a visitor). The sausage sizzle and garage sale was very successful once again. We also had a sausage sizzle at the fire station on Grand Final Sunday. Thanks to the Fire Brigade for the use of their facilities.

Thanks again to the CRG and Community House for advertising our events. This is very much appreciated. We are also planning a Christmas raffle, details being finalised shortly.

Quite a number of community projects were completed this year. Good use was made of donated materials from pot plants to building materials, etc.

Once again, on behalf of all of our members, thank you. Best wishes for a safe and happy Christmas and prosperous 2020.

Murray Brown, President Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 8 For your information LOCH SPORT FIRE BRIGADE FIRE STATION 5146 0997 EMERGENCY DIAL 000

G’day All again it’s that time, doesn’t time fly. Well we are back into FIRE SEASON please be very careful. No drum fires and no fires in those washing machine drums most of you have used. You may have a small camp fire but it must be a trench 30 centimetres deep with a distance of 3 metres from the outer perimeters of the fire and the uppermost point of the fire is clear of flammable material. Have some rocks around the pit and have a hose nearby at all times. Extinguish the flame before leaving.

Come down to the fire station any Sunday morning and pick up a pamphlet on what you can do and what not to do. The area of Loch Sport and the surrounds are pretty dry and won’t take much to get it going so be vigilant .

The Brigade has two new members just about ready to do their minimum skills and jump onto a truck with the rest of us. They are Bernie Massman and Andrew Speirs - both locals, also a new lady signing up shortly. If you would like to join up and become a firefighter call in any Sunday morning between 08:30 and 12:30 ask for Captain Dennis Berg, we can have a chat and take it from there. On the other hand, if you don’t want to be a firefighter but would like to help out a the OP Shop on a Sunday morning picking up and delivering goods, you too should come down and talk to me over a cup of coffee. You're all welcome.

House Numbers. How hard is it to put a number on your house? Since the last time I put this in the Link I have found 5 people who have affixed numbers that we can read. By we I mean the Fire Brigade, The Ambos, the SES, the tradies and the delivery people. All of these people waste a lot of time looking for numbers. There is one place in Sanctuary Road where the family have put a lot of effort into their number that everyone can see. If I was giving out a prize for numbering your house, this one would win. You know who you are - good on you. Call in for a coffee and a bickie some time.

Well, what else can I tell you. A lot of you called in for our open day for a free sausage and a couple of give aways. The Men’s Shed had a number plate security fixing day which was also a well-attended day. The Lions had a successful sausage sizzle day. If you or your team would like to promote an event with a sausage sizzle here at the Fire Station one Sunday morning call in and see us.

The new Supermarket is looking good and will be open by Christmas. I reckon Gary Powers new digs are looking good and also the Lakeview Bar and Bistro are kicking goals. The Community House had a market day on the grass there and it was packed. It’s all happening in Loch Sport stay safe people and take care.

Dennis Berg Captain Loch Sport Fire Brigade.

SES LOCH SPORT UNIT

Well, another year has passed and I am very pleased to advise that the Loch Sport SES has come along and is still progressing to ensure that the service we deliver is of a very high standard. We have a great crew of members.

I would like to thank them for all the time they put into training and attending to emergency call outs. Without these members we would be unable to provide the service that is required to attend to emergency call outs. I would also like to thank the individuals and companies that have supported us throughout the year. Without their generosity it would be impossible to keep the unit in full operational order.

With the warmer months coming along, we will see our small community increase and I would like to see that we can all come together and ensure the safety of our residents and visitors as well as the safety of our abundant wildlife with which we share our community. Please drive safely and be aware that we don’t only share our roads with humans but with our wildlife as well.

The past few months have seen a massive amount of training undertaken by our members. The team will be in attendance at the New Year’s Eve fireworks display, and it would be great if you could all support your local SES by purchasing some refreshments from us. Any purchase will assist in the continued operation of the unit. We will also be in attendance at the markets and please call in and obtain any information we have to assist in your emergency action plan.

We are still looking for volunteers to be operational members of the Loch Sport SES Unit. If you need any further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us at the shed, we are there on Wednesday evenings from 5.00pm or on a Sunday morning. I wish you all a wonderful Christmas and New Year. Please enjoy yourselves and take care and stay safe.

Terry Ford

SES Unit Controller Loch Sport.

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 9 LOCH SPORT GOLF CLUB

Spring has arrived and with it we hope some warmer weather, a bit of rain and sun to make the grass grow. The course has been maintained to a great standard over winter and thanks must go to the intrepid volunteers who spend hour upon hour working on not only the course but also to maintain and service the equipment etc.

As reported in the last Link, members of the Club attended the Sand Green Championships at Avoca and a great time was had by all, no success unfortunately when it came to prizes, however it was a valuable learning experience and should help us host a great event in August 2020.

A family fun day was held in October which was a great success, and another will be held on Sunday 1st December at 11am for a sausage sizzle and 9 holes of golf. Keep your eye on facebook to stay up to date.

Our AGM will be held on 7th December 2019 at 9am and we would love to see all members attend. An updated constitution and by-laws will be presented to the meeting for approval and this should help take us forward into the future. The Club is also formulating a strategic plan to also ensure continued growth.

Over the holiday period from Wed 18th December until Wed 8th January, inclusive, an 18 hole stableford competition will be run each Wednesday & Saturday.

An update on our building project – the DA has been approved by Council so that makes us one step closer, we are now in the process of having detailed plans and specifications produced to allow us to apply for further funding.

Wishing you all a very happy Christmas and safe and prosperous New Year and as always, Happy Golfing.

LOCH SPORT SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB Inc.

The seniors annual mystery trip was Friday the 11th October, it was a mystery to all of us as I left it all in Porky, our bus driver’s extraordinaire hands. Our first destination was to Kilmany Mansion, a truly magnificent old mansion and homestead, we were greeted by the staff and the niece of the current owner of the property, who gave us a short talk on the history of the property. We were then able to wander through the house both upstairs and down, all the wonderful period furniture and artifacts beautifully restored, a few of the rooms are available as bed and breakfast.

For morning tea we all sat around a massive dining table and were served scones jam and cream, tea or coffee all served from silver pots and bone china tea cups, it was a most enjoyable start to the day. We all climbed on board the bus and headed back into Sale to the old Water Tower which has been fully restored. Most of us braved the climb up to the top, what a fabulous view.

There is a lot of history in and around Sale that many of us are unaware of. Porky then took us on a drive around Sale. Val, our tour guide for the day, pointed out all the places of historic interest, buildings, Port of Sale Botanic gardens. We were then taken to the Powder Magazine tucked away behind lake Guthridge and the Botanic gardens, very interesting indeed, then onto the Star Hotel for lunch before heading home, it really was a lovely day.

On Sunday the 10th November a bus load of us seniors went to the Sale Greyhound Club, where we had dinner and watched the doggies run from the alfresco dining area right on the winning post. We have made this an annual trip for the last 4 years and thoroughly enjoy the food and seeing the doggies run. The trip home was most enjoyable with an old fashioned sing song, all the oldies, what else!!

Our Christmas breakup luncheon will be held on Tuesday the 3rd December at the Loch Sport Bowls Club. We have returned to the Bowls Club again as last year was so successful. They really do a great job on the food and creating the atmosphere of Christmas. This year we are trying a new format with Kris Kringle being introduced, so if you haven't already got your names down I suggest you do so as soon as possible.

Our AGM will be held on Monday 18th November but as the LINK will be going to press before that, results will be printed in the next edition.

The committee would like to extend their warmest Christmas greetings to all and may you all have a happy, joyous, safe and healthy New Year 2020.

We would like to encourage anybody who may be interested in joining our Seniors Club, anybody 55 years and over is eligible to join.

New Members Always Welcome. Secretary, Christine Potter ph. 51460796.

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 10 LOCH SPORT BOWLS CLUB

MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL

I am hoping that when this LINK goes to print our new bowling green is almost completed, that is if there are no delays or unforeseen problems, so fingers crossed everyone.

Thank you to the volunteers who helped to prepare the ground and the surrounds so that works could commence for the laying of the new synthetic green.

The club will be open for barefoot bowls in late December (if all goes to plan) so come down and try out the new green with a game of bowls. Memberships

New Affiliated Membership $100 pa

Social Membership $50 pa

Associate Membership $5 pa

The Loch Sport Bowls Club will subsidise all new Affiliated Memberships by $30 for 2019/2020 which means you only pay $70 for an Affiliated Membership.

Ring 03-51460830 or 0400 789 489 for forms and further information on our membership offers.

Darts Monday nights, registration from 6pm for a 6.30 start, all welcome.

Follow us on Face book for upcoming events

Tickets for the Bowls Club raffle sold every Saturday morning outside the Loch Sport Supermarket.

Prize: your choice of meat to the value of $50 from the FoodWorks supermarket

Drawn 12 noon every Saturday

THANKYOU to all our sponsors who are helping us take the Loch Sport Bowls Club into the future New Members Always Welcome

LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY GARDEN

We have been busy with the garden, getting the beds ready for planting new crops and getting ready for the market. The market was a great success .Congratulations to S. Maio on winning first prize in our raffle which was a $50 Bunnings voucher and also congratulations A. Harding on winning second prize, a hanging flower pot.

Now is great to grow herbs. Get out and start planting parsley ,basil, coriander, thyme and rosemary but don’t forget to mulch them well. Other plants to plant are lettuce, silver beet, zucchini, pumpkin, carrots, tomatoes and beetroot.

If you would like to come and potter around the garden come on down, we are there Wednesdays starting from 10am or you can give us a call or drop us a line.

Initial enquires on the garden can be made by calling Marlene on 0427525413 or email [email protected]

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 11 LOCH SPORT LIONS CLUB It has been a very busy lead-up to the end of the year, with many projects being organised as below. We welcomed home our winter travellers, good to have them back.

Lions Christmas Cakes have arrived. The cakes are $13.00 for 1kg of delicious, moist cake. If you would like to purchase one, please phone either Noeleen 51460 026 or Wendy 0402 503 190.

Sunday 8th December 2019 will be the Loch Sport Children’s Christmas Party and if you are a resident of Loch Sport and have a child in the age group up to Grade 6 in Primary School you can register their name/s with the Lions and Santa will visit Loch Sport and they will be entitled to join in the fun and games and receive some special surprises.

Saturday 4th January 2020 is the Lions Bush Market where there will be many variety stalls and a huge range of products and plants and Lions will be cooking early breakfast and bacon sandwiches followed by sausages and onions. Guaranteed to be a great day. If you wish to set up a stall you would be most welcome, phone President Lion Noeleen Brown on 5146 0026 or Wendy Dodd 0402 503 190 to let us know that you will be setting up your stall.

On the 26th January 2020 the Loch Sport Lions will once again put on the Australia Day celebrations with the raising of the flag, singing the National Anthem and the formal presentation followed by music, free sausage sizzle and lamingtons. This has always proven to be a popular event and we invite one and all to come along and join in.

The presentation of the Loch Sport Citizen of the Year Award will also be held on Australia Day. If you have someone in mind who you believe is worthy of this award we would welcome your nomination. We have some great people in our town who have spent many years working to aid our community and also raising funds for charities and to help those less fortunate than ourselves. These people need to be acknowledged and let them know that their enduring efforts are recognised and appreciated. You can send your nomination to the Citizen of the Year Committee, PO Box 191, LOCH SPORT. If you don’t have a nomination form, then contact one of the following and we will get the paperwork to you as soon as possible

Beth Riddoch 0407 529 233, Cheryl Bamkin 0409 967 900, Wendy Dodd 0402 503 190, or Rod Gifford 0428 569 193.

The Saturday meat raffle at the Lakeview Bar & Bistro will continue, all funds raised until the end of December will continue to be donated to the Loch Sport Golf Club for their new clubrooms project, then from January, all proceeds will go to the Lions “Ride for Sight”, which Loch Sport will be hosting in April, more info on that in the next edition. We were pleased to present the Golf Club with a cheque for $1600.00 at our recent Lions dinner. Tickets are on sale from 11.30 and drawn at 2pm. Thanks to everyone for their support.

Don’t forget Bingo is every Wednesday starting at 1.00 pm at the Loch Sport Public Hall, afternoon tea supplied, ALL WELCOME.

We are always looking to welcome new Lions, so if you have some time on your hands, we would love you to consider joining the Loch Sport Lions. We have a wide variety of tasks we do each year, many of which are for our local community, and you will have a say where the funds we raise are directed to.

We wish everyone a MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR – Take Care!

Wendy Dodd, Secretary

LOCH SPORT NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH

Now that we are in December and the holiday period is almost here, we as locals, must be aware and alert as the crime rate will increase.

It has been reported that there have been some cars broken in to, so it is important that we leave all valuables in vehicles out of sight.

Our next Neighbourhood Watch meeting will be held on 10th December at the Health Centre, National Park Road, Loch Sport.

Everyone is welcome.

Robin Keitley Coordinator

VOLUME 22 - Issue 6- Page 12 LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY HOUSE DANCE GROUP

We held two successful dances in October with wonderful music supplied by Dot and John. The next dance is Sunday 1st December, 1.00 pm until 5.00 pm with music by Ian Shield's. This is the last dance of the year. Lessons continue until 16th December, then a break over January.

We have two new couples attending lessons on Monday nights which is great.

Line dancing is also going well with lessons on Tuesdays at 1.00 pm.

Our group will be attending the Sale Christmas dance on Wednesday 18th December.

Chris Cater 0427 460 422

KEEP FIT AND HEALTHY

With 54% of the Wellington shire population being overweight or obese there is an urgent need to understand the causes of this situation and identify ways to safeguard against its serious potential consequences, including developing high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, joint conditions, some cancers and possibly even depression.

Our metabolism converts the foods we eat into the energy needed to fuel the complexities of the body. Physical activity has a basic function in this process. Nutritious foods are essential for good health and serves of two fruits and five vegetables are recommended daily. However it is important to realise that because most of us are less physically active than ever before, our typically generous diets can lead to weight gain. It is therefore essential to be physically active every day to maintain a healthy body weight. This takes time and effort but the results are rewarding.

There are many options available to be more physically active. Establishing a regular routine that suits us is fundamental and selecting enjoyable activities means they’re more likely to be performed regularly. Walking, jogging, and riding are examples of very beneficial activities outside the home, especially when performed with gusto! Activities with music are enjoyable. Health authorities recommend a weekly target of 150 minutes of exercise. A couple of sessions of strength exercises are inclusively recommended for improving muscle and bone health.

Most work situations don’t involve much physical activity but employers should realise that productivity can be optimised when staff are healthy. Many jobs involve extended times sitting, so getting off the seat and standing or walking every half hour is important. Parking a distance away from work to extend walking time or riding a bicycle to work are some examples of being more active during a workday, as is taking a walk during a break alone or with workmates. Locating printers and photocopiers some distance from the desk can encourage more activity during the day. Activities that get us huffing and puffing are especially beneficial.

Bill Redmond Health in Wellington Gordon Lynch Professor of Physiology, University of Melbourne.

WELLINGTON SHIRE

Time to protect yourself with high numbers of mozzies detected

• Apply mosquito repellent regularly (every four hours). Repellents containing DEET or Picaridin are recommended, and are most effective and long lasting in a lotion form • Attach insect screens to the windows and doors of your house to allow air in and keep mosquitoes out • Avoid outside areas at dawn and dusk • Use an insecticide in sleeping areas, according to instructions • Wear light coloured, loose fitting clothes with long sleeves and long trousers Mosquitoes are attracted to dark coloured clothes and can bite through tight clothes • Ensure flyscreens on houses, caravans and annexes are in good condition with no gaps • When camping, take precautions such as using flyscreens on caravans and tents, and by sleeping under mosquito nets • Take particular care while fishing, ensuring that you follow personal precautions to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.

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Foodworks Supermarket Update

As you may have seen the new Supermarket is progressing well and the two units above the Supermarket have been sold. The Builders are doing an awesome job and are working around the clock so that we can open before Christmas.

Once we open, the Supermarket will be a state of the art Foodworks store with over 1000 new products and weekly specials.

Commencing February, we will be starting deliveries to the Loch Sport Township and we will also be implementing loyalty cards.

Many people are asking about the next stage of the development, we envisage that we will be starting in early March to have it completed for Christmas 2020.

There has been a lot of enquiries around tenancies for the extra shops and what we do know is that there will be a coffee shop/takeaway/licenced eatery in the second stage along with Central Gippsland Health Services.

Anybody interested in tenancies can contact Rachelle Potts at CShell Real Estate.

If you would like to look at units online go to www.lakevictoriaapartments.com.au and you can see all the units on display.

With the onset of the Christmas Festive season, we would like to wish all our customers and suppliers a Merry and safe Christmas and a Happy New Year.

We would also like to thank all of our customers for supporting their Local Supermarket.

Coming up to Christmas there will be a few disruptions and we hope everyone will understand that we are trying our best to limit any inconvenience to our Customers.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

From the Staff, Styles and Edey Families Foodworks Loch Sport

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Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 17 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

MONDAY 11.00am LSCH Tai Chi - except 3rd Monday Public Hall 1.30pm LSCH Exercise Class Public Hall 1.30 - 2.30pm LSCH Zentangle Arrawarra 3.00 - 5.00pm LSCH Table Tennis Public Hall 7.00pm Bowls Club Darts 7.30pm LSCH Dance Club Easy Ballroom Public Hall 1st MONDAY 6.00pm LSCH Book Club Various Venues 2nd MONDAY 9.30am LSCH Community House Committee Meeting Arrawarra 3rd MONDAY 10.30am Public Hall Loch Sport Senior Citizens TUESDAY 9.30am LSCH Craft Group Arrawarra 12.00 pm LSCH Seated Yoga -weekly Health Centre 1.00pm LSCH Line Dancing Public Hall 6.00pm LSCH Yoga - weekly Health Centre 1st TUESDAY 10.00am LSCRG Community Representative Group Public Hall 10.00am Ambulance Station Ambulance Victoria 2nd TUESDAY 6.30 for 7 pm Lions Club Lions Club Public Hall, Mtg Room EVERY 2 MONTHS 1.30PM Health Centre Neighbourhood Watch 4th TUESDAY 6.30 for 7 pm Lions Club Lions Club Public Hall, Mtg Room WEDNESDAY 9.30am Golf Club Players with ALGU/AGU handicaps Bar service available 8.30 am Men's Shed Charlie's Street 10.00am LSCH Bagpipe Arrawarra 11.00am LSCH Wednesday Swimming Phone House to book 1.30pm Bowling Club Lawn Bowls Names by 12.15pm 1.00pm Lions Club Lions Bingo Public Hall 4.00pm Tennis Club Tennis Weather permitting THURSDAY 10.00am - 1.00pm LS Community Care Food Relief 101 National Park Road 10.00am LSCH Computer Arrawarra 1.30pm - 4.30pm Wellington Shire Mobile Library Arrawarra 6.00pm - 8.00pm RSL Full Menu FRIDAY 9.30am Tasty Tuckers Walking Group Coffee afterwards 10.00am - 1.00pm LS Community Care Food Relief 101 National Park Road 10.30am - 3.00pm LSCH Patchwork/Sewing Group Arrawarra 12.00 - 3.00pm Public Hall Music Group Public Hall 6.00pm - 8.00pm RSL Full Menu SATURDAY 8.00AM LSCH Saturday Swimming Phone House to book 9.30am Golf Club Players with ALGU/AGU handicaps Bar service available 10.00am Loch Sport Boat Club Sailing 1.00pm RSL Bingo 6.00pm - 8.00pm RSL Full menu 6.00pm Loch Sport Boat Club Social Drinks, All welcome FORTNIGHTLY 9.00 am LSCH Art Class Arrawarra 1st SATURDAY 1.30PM LSCH Family History/Ancestry Arrawarra 2nd & 4th Saturday 11am Community Church Catholic Service 229 National Park Rd SUNDAY 9.00am - 1.00pm CFA Station Garage Sale 5146 0967 1.30pm Bowling Club Bowling Club Names by 12.15pm 3.00pm Tennis Club Relaxed Social Tennis 10.00am Loch Alive Loch Alive Christian Centre (AOG) 101 National Park Road 2nd & 4th SUNDAY 2.30pm Community Church St Marks Anglican & Comm Church SUNDAY MONTHLY 1.00pm LSCH Dance Club Social Dance See LINK for dates

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 18 OUR COMMUNITY Painting Workshops Co Come and join us at our painting classses led by local artist, Simon White. Find your inner creative genius and take home your own masterpiece on canvas every session. $34 per session with all materials supplied. Workshops held at the Loch Sport Community House. Contact Simon White 0409 879 750

ART CLASSES CONTINUE FORTNIGHTLY

Our Tuesday Craft Group held a morning tea for Nina Sunday Sippers were proud to give the Loch Sport Davidson to wish her luck for her departure from Loch Sport. Primary School a cheque for $1000 to go towards activities for the school. This was possible due to the great support of the Sunday Sippers supporters. Thank you to all

The LSFA in association with Loch Sport Foodworks were happy to award the most memorable fish of our brag board to Jake Riky for his beautiful black Bream caught in the Lake.

Dont forget to register your catch and place it on the Brag board outside Foodworks.

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ACCOUNTANTS & TAX AGENTS Prompt attention to all returns

Assistance for small businesses & start-ups

$10 from every individual tax return donated to Make a Wish Foundation

Call James at Chapman Hall on 0402 652 511

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Lakeview Bar & Bistro Loch Sport BAR - BISTRO - BOTTLE SHOP

BISTRO OPEN 7 DAYS - LUNCH AND DINNER

MONDAY, TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY SENIORS LUNCHES $14.95 TUESDAY'S - $20 PARMA & POT WEDNESDAYS $25 - TWO COURSE LOCAL'S MEALS THURSDAY - SUNDAY NIGHT - PIZZA'S

EXCITING NEW MENU FEATURING PUB CLASSICS AND SEASONAL DISHES.

A great place to enjoy a cold drink, a meal, a coffee and a fantastic view. The Lakeview Bar & Bistro courtesy bus is available for pick up and to get you home safely.

5146 0666

LOCH SPORT GENERAL STORE Australia Post Services and Lochy Coffee Supplies, Banking Hardware & Plumbing Supplies HOT AND COLD DRINKS AND Swap 'n' Go Gas Bottles TAKE AWAY FOOD Groceries, Bait & Tackle Buy 7 cups get one free Boat & Van Storage MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7am – 3pm Laundromat SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 8am – 3 pm Telephone 5146 0300 LAKE STREET, LOCH SPORT 0423 927 754 Check Loch Sport General Store website to opening hours

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 23 Loch Sport Plumbing & Air Conditioning Russell Thomas 3 Snipe Street Loch Sport 0407 505 567 Introducing The Team Our team consists of experienced and skilled tradies, who go out of their way to please the client, no matter what the task involves - from dripping taps to major refits. No job is too big or too small to receive our full attention. Russell Thomas, Richard Harvey, Nathan Flint, Michael Gerrard & Michael Blake

Mini Excavator with Driver New Homes & Renovations Repairs & Maintenance Treatment Plants Hot Water Systems Roofing & Spouting Gas Installation Split Air Conditioning Rental Property Maintenance Sewerage Connections

We stand for quality workmanship, environmentally friendly solutions, customer satisfaction and friendly advice.

Ph: 0407 505 567 Licensed Number 21433

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 24 Mobile Service & Mason House Surgery 36 Cunninghame Street, Sale, Vic 3850

Dr Jeremy Mannix and his wife/Vet Nurse Nathalie will be visiting Loch Sport by appointment for house calls every second Saturday afternoon with NO travel charge.

Please give us a call ahead on 5143 0577 to book an appointment or see us at our clinic in Sale!

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday- 8am- 5pm Saturday-9am-12pm

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MARY ARENDS REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST SHOWROOM NOW OPEN All Hand Made Hot Rock Massage Soaps And Candles Chinese Cupping All Natural Ingredients Therapeutic Massage Come See Us at Relaxation Massage 5 Bellbird Street, Loch Lymphatic Massage Sport By appointment only [email protected] www.clsnaturals.com.au 0412 555 794 Cheryl 0422 198 546

LEAPS & HOUNDS

Dog Lawn Mowing, Carpentry, Gardening, Grooming Pet Sitting, Home Maintenance, Personal Home Care, House Keeping/Cleaning • NDIS SERVICE PROVIDERS FREE Local Pick Up & • BETTER LIVING Delivery HOME CARE SERVICE Full Groom from $50 PROVIDERS Bath from $15 • SNAKE RELOCATERS Call/Text: CALL DAVE AND TINA Piya 0432 863 708 0478 350 521 0458 668 523

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THOMAS FLITNER I want to Marry you! AUSTRALIAN LEGAL ELECTRICIAN PRACTITIONER Local Marriage Celebrant PRINCIPAL FLITNER & CO. Mick Luke LAWYERS Pty. Ltd.

WILLS AND POWERS OF ATTORNEY For all your Electrical Needs $250 EACH. AREAS OF PRACTICE Loch Sport, Golden Beach NOT LIMITED TO FAMILY LAW, & Seaspray Specialising in brief ceremonies COMMERCIAL, EMPLOYMENT LAW, WILL CONTESTS. Adapting to individual needs Underground power a MIGRATION LAWYER specialty Weddings, Naming Ceremonies, (MARB -0530350) Commitment Ceremonies, Vow Renewals and Celebration of Life FREE 30 MINUTE NO OBLIGATIONS Reg. No. 7669 CONSULTATION Kelvin Brown, OAM MOBILE: 0425 845 578 Mobile 0438 460 641 Authorised Marriage Celebrant OFFICE: 03 9435 5700 ABN 78 159 003 915 0410 335 615

Focusing on only the Loch Sport Property Market Largest Range Of Holiday Accommodation Gary Powers Real Estate Pty Ltd has been established in Loch Sport for the past 20 years. Both Gary & Leanne, combined have over 40 years of experience, both are members of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) and the company is registered with the REIV. All inspections are conducted in the company of a licenced agent. Gary Powers is a Justice Of The Peace and is available for document signing. 56 Lake Street, Loch Sport. Vic. 3851 Office No: 03 51 460 411 Mobile: 0428 514 088 All properties can be viewed at www.garypowersrealestate.com Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram

Barry & Annette Lett Funeral Directors Care, Compassion and Service with dignity for the people of Gippsland Prearranged and Prepaid Funeral Plans available Phone (03) 5143 1232 67 Macarthur Street Sale

24 Hour Personal Service

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Car Washing Shammy

Wash & Wax plus Shammy Vacuum, Clean leather Vinyl & Windows Degrease & Steam Clean Engine Cut & Polish

Contact Errol

0400 717 969

MOBILE ON-SITE ANDYS WATER WELDING PHONE: 0427 347 655 Stainless, Mild steel & galvanised SPRAY PAINTING Water tanks, fences , houses, etc GENERAL MAINTENANCE House, shop, property WATER CARTAGE

CONTACT FOR FREE QUOTE 22,000 LITRE TANKER

RICK ARENDS NEED YOUR TANK FILLED? 0412 783 417 CALL ANDY FOR FAST DELIVERY 7 DAYS A WEEK GIPPSLAND AREA

SMITHYS BOBCAT & EXCAVATOR HIRE Licensed Operator Fully insured 5.5 tonne Excavator (Rubber tracks) Auger/Log Grab 10MT Tandem Tipper Renovations Blocks Cleared Hot Water Units Hydraulic Hammer Repairs & General Septic & Concrete Demolition Maintenance Sewer Blockages Roofing & Guttering PROMPT RELIABLE SERVICE ALL WORK GUARANTEED Adam Clottin Tel: 0490 841 952 Ph. Geoff 0419 361 268 [email protected] 50-52 Carroll Street Loch Sport Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 28 SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL TRADERS

TJL LOCH SPORT MOWING PETE’S Plastering & Home Mowing and much more ODDS & ENDS Maintenance Mowing, Pruning, Hedging Do you need a handy man? 25 years experience Rubbish and Green Waste Disposal No job too large or small. MINI DIGGER HIRE New Homes/Renovations/ Michael Riky Tiling, Painting Extensions The Mower Man Concreting gutter clearing 0404 037 409 Carpentry flue cleaning [email protected] Paving window cleaning Gardening carpentry painting All WORK GUARANTEED plastering patching/cornicing etc Peter Marshall Ph Travis 0498 533 391 0434 574 701

STUMP REMOVAL AND GRINDING

CALL COLIN 0418 346 128

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 29 SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL TRADERS FOLDING ELECTRIC ADULT E-BIKES AND E- Lizardz Electrics SCOOTERS Reg. No. 25913 AVAILABLE AT LOCH SPORT Electrical Contractor With very zippy lithium batteries to provide pedal assist power these bikes and Services: scooters have been extensively tested and are the most fun way to get around Underground Supply town. Wiring New Houses Why struggle up hills? The E-Bike is perfect for your holiday house, boat, Switchboards caravan or the boot of your car as it folds up compactly. Great for commuting Lighting & Power on the train if you are in the city too. Reliable & Fair Service Jonathon Zdrazil Our prices are very competitive and the products are the best value around. The e-bike is only $790 and the e-scooter is only $770. 0438 460 512 email: [email protected] Want something bigger or more information? Visit our web site www.gehringgroup.com.au Give Anne a call on 0401085818 for a test ride

Do not pay travelling time or put up with poor service. Call your local Loch Sport resident Laurie for all your: Loch Sport

DRIVEWAYS LEVELLED AND SEALED Holiday Park USING GRAVEL OR CRUSHED CONCRETE.

BORE PUMPS SERVICED

STUMP REMOVAL/GRINDING Charles Street 40 YEARS EXPERIENCE Loch Sport VIC 3851 Your Hosts Belinda & Ray Johnson www.lochsportcaravanpark.com NCE email [email protected] Phone 03 5146 0264 LAURIE ETHELL 0412 542 140 [email protected] ABN: 85 419 443 911 ! A & B SEPTIC CLEANING

SEVEN (7) DAYS A WEEK

24 HOUR SERVICE

Andrew & Bronwyn Miller Free-call 1800 063 387

TELEPHONE 03 5144 6524 MOBILE 0427 347 655

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FRIENDLY AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

SUPPLYING (DISPENSING) ALL TYPES OF PRESCRIPTIONS

CONCESSIONS - DVA - SAFETY NET

GENERAL AND PRIVATE

FREE WEBSTER PACKS WE CAN ARRANGE TO GET YOUR PRESCRIPTION RECORDS TO SUPPLY YOUR SAFETY NET IN TIME

FREE DELIVERY FOR LOCAL AREAS

Your feedback, proposals and suggestions are appreciated to ensure we provide the best service PLEASE RING OUR PHARMACIST ON 5146 0873

Living the Dream Tilt tray specialist transportation of Cars, Tractors, Forklifts, Machinery, Site Sheds Caravans etc. 20 foot containers bought & sold Tilt tray transportation from Melbourne to East Gippsland 0419 561 345 PETER CONDELLO Car Removals

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 31 OUR COMMUNITY

Connecting Community LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY CARE INC incorporating Loch Sport Community Connections

101 National Park Road, LOCH SPORT ABN: 85 689 305 347 Phone: Pastor Pol Mijares: 0447 908 193 Secretary: Glenys Stephens: 0437 529 411

• LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY CARE Open Thursday and Friday 10am to 1pm Available to all residents with a current CRN number or DVA card. Cost: $10 Donation per bag of Grocery Items plus Fruit and Vegetables

• LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS COFFEE SHOP Open Thursday and Friday 10am to 1pm Tea – Coffee – Cake – Chat – Meet and Greet Cost: Gold Coin Donation All Welcome

• LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS LUNCH 1ST Thursday of every month “Pot Luck” lunch served at 12 O’clock Meet and Greet, Chat, Guest speakers Cost: $5.00 per person All Welcome

• COMMUNITY BUS will pick up residents at Golden Beach Service Station EVERY Thursday at 10am and deliver to Loch Sport Community Care . Maximum of 11- MINIMUM OF 5 passengers so BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. Please phone Glenys 0437 529 411 on Wednesdays to book your seat. Cost $2.00 per person to cover cost of Fuel

• COMMUNITY BUS also available Thursdays to transport Loch Sport residents to Community Care after 10.45am. Please phone Glenys 0437 529 411 for pick up. Cost: Donation to cover cost of Fuel

• Loch Sport Community Care now has a facebook page. Please “like” us to get weekly updates and reminders of our upcoming events.

LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY CARE - IN CONTRACT WITH FOOD BANK VICTORIA

Loch Sport Community Care is a Not-For-Profit organisation, staffed by volunteers which provides relief for Health Care, Pension and DVA Card holders with basic food items.

We are open every Thursday & Friday 10am to 1pm. There is a $10 donation for a bag of dry goods as well as a supermarket bag of any fruit, vegetables and bread that is available.

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LOCH SPORT COMPUTER REPAIRS BINGO AT THE RSL

Repairs, upgrades or Come in out of the summer heat and custom builds On site service keep cool in the air conditioning at SSD Hard Drive Upgrade - to improve performance the RSL. Enjoy an afternoon of Maintenance to Bingo, with a friendly atmosphere. - improve performance Photo Printing up to A2 Every Saturday from 1pm, come and Laminating up to A3 Contact Barry on 0423304603 meet new people for a social

afternoon.

Online Newsletters: it is possible to LOCH SPORT RSL find community newsletters on the Wellington Shire Website http:// www.wellington.vic.gov.au/Living-in- Wellington/Your-Community/ Community-Newsletters. Community THUR, FRI, SAT Directory: The community directory available on Bar from 4pm, Meals 6 - 8pm the Wellington Shire Council website The Loch Sport Community http://www.wellington.vic.gov.au/ House wishes everyone an Courtesy Bus Available on Living-in-Wellington/Your-Community/ enjoyable, safe stay. 51460841 Community-Directory is the place to go THUR & SATURDAY now that the hard copy directory that Remember, drive safely in our was once produced by the Gippy town. 7.15pm Raffles Times has gone out of Members Draw THURSDAY production. 7.30pm As with everything, it is important for clubs and organisations to stay Happy Hour THUR 6pm till current, so we are encouraging 7pm people to jump on line and make sure WE LOVE OUR WILDLIFE Saturday BINGO that a) their group is in there and b) that information is current. eyes down 1pm

Volume 22 - Issue 5 - Page 33 LOCH SPORT BOAT CLUB INC Charlies Street Loch Sport VIC 3851 03 5146 0004 CMB 94 Loch Sport 3851 Website www.loch-sport.net

This years sailing season at Loch Sport Boat Club started in mid-October with the Opening day sail past unfortunately being blown out due to strong winds, our members took the opportunity to visit the public hall and chat about sailing and our club with visitors.

The Pulse Credit Union Catamaran Challenge was held on the Melbourne Cup weekend with visitors from both GLYC Paynesville and South Gippsland Yacht Club Inverloch joined by our club sailors racing in light conditions.

Saturday morning sailing has begun for this season and is held regularly for our local kids and adults with Greg check the program.

The first race of the clubs Commodores Cup series for this season begins next weekend with mixed fleets of trailerable yachts, catamarans and dinghys competing in each event.

The Loch Sport School Water Safety and Emergency Services Day is coming up on Friday the 29th of November and all are welcome to come along and watch or help out. We thank the Loch Sport Lions Club as Sponsors of this day.

Our newest event the Vice Commodores cup race will follow on Saturday the 30th November.

The Shesails women and girls into sailing day will be held on the 28th of December followed by the high tea 3pm in the afternoon with the children's disco on the following evening 29th.

A discover sailing day is being held again on the 2nd of January for anyone wanting to try sailing followed by a sausage sizzle.

The Level 1 discover sailing course is being held over the first weekend of January 4 and 5 with level 2 to follow in late January 25th and 26th with some members taking off on a cruise weather permitting.

The club will be open New years Eve a great place to watch the fireworks from our deck.

The club will be hosting titles next year with the Hartley association 18/21 championships 15 and 16 February and the Mosquito Nacra Arrow Catamaran State titles March 7th and 8th.

A new venture at our club is: Boaties Bistro @ the Loch Sport Boat Club, Charlies street, Loch Sport.

The first event a platter for 2 the afternoon of November 2nd with the sailing event was very well attended thanks to all who gave it a go and to Trevor for his expertise. Check our Facebook page @boatiesbistro for lunch Menus and ates/times.

Like us on Facebook and Instagram. Become a Member of the Boat Club and receive 10% off your Meal. Social Memberships available. Details on our Website – www.lsbc-loch-sport.net. Great Food. Local Wines. Fabulous Views.

Book for lunch or sit on our balcony with some Cheese, Crackers and a glass or two of Wine. Looking forward to welcoming you at our club.

The Loch Sport Boat Club provides opportunities for people for community work recently we welcomed Jerry and Trevor if you are interested come along and have a chat.

For further information about the Loch Sport Boat Club visit our website www.loch-sport.net register your email with us for update newsletters or follow our Facebook page Loch sport Boat Club Inc. and Boaties Bistro at Loch Sport Boat Club

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 34 NEW MEMBERSHIP IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN THE LOCH SPORT ANGLING CLUB AND BECOME A MEMBER

PLEASE CONTACT DENNIS ON 0409 213 203 OR COME TO THE ANGLING CLUB RAFFLE AT THE LAKEVIEW BAR AND BISTRO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT 6 PM UNTIL 7.15 PM

LOCH SPORT TENNIS CLUB

The weather is improving, come down and join the members. Sunday's at 2.00 pm. All welcome. Follow us on facebook

LOCH SPORT RUNNING GROUP

Some of us walk, some run ...but none of us can pull this look off.

8.00 am Sunday morning, Lake Foreshore across from the shops.

2 km, 3 km and 5 km options.

Come and join us

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 35 OUR HAVEN WILDLIFE SHELTER

Our Haven would like to take this opportunity to thank all those that have supported them in their quest to save our local fauna. Donations are always welcome, particularly as the shelter continues their goal to secure a more suitable land mass to care for and safely release orphaned joeys (kangaroos and wallabies).

The last 7 years of dedication has been very taxing, in time, finances and emotional stress.

Due to this, and on top of their own family obligations, Theresa and Tony (Scruff) respectfully ask that you take the time to think before alerting or dropping off injured animals. They are not veterinarians and cannot continue to bear the costs involved in these circumstances.

They will continue to do their best nurturing the young of killed and injured kangaroos and wallabies.

At this time of year, fledglings (young birds) are commonly seen on the ground. Please note that this is a natural occurrence, and a parent bird will usually be close by. If after careful observation you believe they are injured or at risk, please contact Vic Wildlife (details below).

Also, please consider that our native wildlife depend on our flora for housing, protection and food. Please look, before you cut trees, branches etc. If you must cut, please consider rehoming any animals that may be affected. (see Vic Wildlife details below).

If you see dead or injured animals on the side of the road, please check to see if they have babies in their pouches or nearby and/or ring Theresa or Tony so that they can check them, depending on the circumstances. The earlier any baby is found the more chance it has of surviving.

To contact Theresa and Tony please ring 0400 079 337, alternatively contact Vic Wildlife 13 000 94535/88400 7300 or Sale Police 5142 2200, depending on the circumstances.

In order to help reduce injury, accident or damage, please consider applying “Shoo Roos” to your vehicle. These small, easy to install devices emit a high pitch sound (not heard by humans) that warn wildlife of coming traffic, available at most auto outlets at under $10.00.

Note: Bread should NEVER be fed to Kangaroos/Wallabies. Doing so can result in a condition known as “Lumpy Jaw Disease”. This causes a bacterial infection in the soft tissue and jaw, which can lead to death by starvation. The kindest thing anyone can do to help or attract, is provide fresh water given that we live in a salt environment and our climate has been so dry. If you provide water in a deep container, please place a brick or branch in there to prevent possible drowning.

“A very Merry and safe festive season to all”

Report by: Janine MacLeod

Feeling worried or overwhelmed?

Flying Doctor Wellbeing can help when times are tough.

Mental health and wellbeing services are now available in your community.

Flying Doctor Wellbeing provides FREE and confidential mental health appointments with no need for a GP referral.

Call (03) 8412 0480 or email [email protected] to find out about the service or make an appointment.

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VALE James ‘Jim’ Douglas ‘Dougie’

29 January 1937 – 13 October 2019

A service was held at the RSL to celebrate the life of James Douglas who lived in Loch Sport. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Jean, daughters Gail and Jeanie, Donna, Colette, son Jim, sons in law and daughter in law. The family would like to extend their appreciation to Loch Sport RSL and Womens Auxiliary and all who attended

BOOK WRITERS CLUB Do you have aspirations to write books or perhaps have a manuscript tucked away somewhere that you would like to take further?

"To aspiring writers of all ages. The world needs more stories. Don't give up on yours." ... Lucy Arlington

A new addition to the Loch Sport Community House program is the Book Writers Group, which began in June and meets fortnightly. If you have ever dreamed of writing a book, come along and share your ideas, hopes and dreams in a relaxed no-pressure environment. Have fun with the amazing written exercises, created to get your inspiration and creativity flowing. A great way to meet new friends and have a few laughs along the way. Inquiries to LSCH on 5146 0145, or email [email protected]

at Arrawarra (to the rear of the Public Hall) ENQUIRIES: Loch Sport Community House 5146 0145 or email Lisa Stevens on [email protected]

LOCH SPORT HISTORY GROUP

LOCH SPORT

COMMUNITY HOUSE There is now a facebook page to upload your old photos

acknowledges of Loch Sport. The aim is to gather the history of Loch

the support of the Sport back to the 50s for a future publication for the

Victorian Government town. Ask to join the group and then scan and post

& photos and articles to Loch Sport History Group.

Wellington Shire Council

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 37 LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY HOUSE PROGRAM

AQUACIZE/SWIMMING GROUP: Members are transported from their homes by Community House Bus to Sale Aquatic Centre for swimming and/ exercise at the gym and return following a cuppa at the Shopping Centre. When: Wednesdays 10:00am - 1:30pm and Saturdays 8:00am - 12:00pm. Where: Sale Aquatic Centre. Cost: Bus Fare $8 plus pool entry fee.

BOOK CLUB: A new book is supplied each month from C.A.E. and it is discussed over a meal at a local venue. When: First Monday 6:00pm - 9:00pm Where: Loch Sport Public Hall Cost: Payment to Council of Adult Education as per their agreement, varies for concession and seniors. Meal with Members at own expense. CRAFT GROUP: Bring your own current project along, make new friends whilst sharing skills and ideas. When: Tuesday Morning 9:30am - 12noon Where: Arrawarra. Cost: $4

DANCE CLUB: Social dancing.50/50 & new vogue,CD music and a band every month. When: Sunday afternoon (also see Dance Calendar page 11) Late January - June, September - December Where: Loch Sport Public Hall Cost: Band-$7 Children accompanied by an adult are free entry

EASY BALLROOM: Come along and learn the basic steps, have fun whilst getting fit. When: Monday evening 7:30pm - 9:30pm Where: Loch Sport Public Hall. Cost: $4 includes tea & biscuits

LINE DANCING: Join in a fun filled two hours and get fit too! When: Tuesday afternoon 1:00pm - 3:00pm Where: Loch Sport Public Hall Cost: $4

EXERCISE CLASS. Get fit with a qualified fitness trainer. Classes will be appropriately targeted for class participants. When: Mondays 1:30pm - 2:30pm Where: Arrawarra Cost: $5

GENEALOGY/FAMILY HISTORY Ancestry: One small payment gives you full access to Ancestry.com for up to 12 months. Please ask for details. Where: Loch Sport Community House - Arrawarra When: 2nd Saturday of the month 1.30pm

MAC GROUP This group travels by our Community House bus to musical and/or cultural events in Sale and surrounding districts. When: Anytime (usually Saturday, Sunday or evenings) Where: Sale & surrounding districts Cost: Bus, entry and food beverages

COMPUTER CLASS For beginners or how to use apps, emailing or facebook When: Tuesday: 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm Where: Arrawarra Cost: $4

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 38 LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY HOUSE PROGRAM MOVIE GROUP: Meets monthly usually on the last Friday and then light lunch provided at Cinema after the movie. Members are transported from their homes to the cinema. When: Friday monthly - usually the lasty Friday of the month Where: Sale Cinema. Cost: Bus $8 plus movie ticket and lunch (approx. $22 total)

MUSIC GROUP: Come along and strike up a tune. Bring your instruments and your sense of humour! When: Fridays 12:00pm - 3:00pm Where: Loch Sport Public Hall. Cost: $4 per session

RUNNING CLUB: Runners and walkers welcome When: Sunday 8am Where: Starts opposite the Supermarket

SEWING GROUP: If you are interested in quilting, patchwork, machine or hand embroidery come and share your skills and make use of our sewing machine and overlocker in Arrawarra. When: Fridays 10.00am - 3:00pm or at other time by arrangement. Where: Arrawarra. Cost: $4 per session.

TAI CHI: When: Monday 11am - 12pm (except for the 3rd Monday) Where: Public Hall Cost: $4

WALKING FOR FITNESS: Enjoy the company of others whilst waking around Loch Sport. Finish the walk with coffee at Tasty Tuckers. When: Friday Where: Meet at Foodworks Supermarket at 9:30am. Cost: Nil to participate.

SEATED YOGA: When: Tuesday 12.00 pm Where: Health Centre Cost: $7

YOGA EXERCISE: All welcome, beginner or advanced come and relax in a friendly atmosphere. When: Tuesday 6.00 pm and Wednesday 9.30 am Where: Contact Mary Arends 0412 555 794 Cost: $10 (fully qualified instructor)

ZEN-TANGLE: Meditative creative drawing. Materials supplied. When: Mondays 1.30 Where: Arrawarra. Cost: $4

TABLE TENNIS: When: Mondays 3 - 5pm Where: Loch Sport Community Hall Cost: $5 ART CLASS: Saturdays Fortnightly - 9.00 - 1.00 pm Arrawarra. Contact Simon White 0409 879750

BAGPIPE: Wednesday 10.00 am Arrawarra. Contact Rob Boyd 5146 0983

Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 39 HOROSCOPES ARIES: (March 21- April 20) Lucky Colour: Dark Green; Lucky Day: Tuesday; Racing Numbers: 4-5-5-9; Lotto Numbers: 3-18-23-28-32-33 The best thing to do now is to get stuck into your most immediate jobs and let others be for a while. Try asking someone to help you and you will have time to rest a little also. A good period for keeping fit and looking after your health. Your moods are also very important to your health so try to keep peace with your loved ones. A surprise visitor is possible. If planning any changes to your environment during this period, make sure you know what to tackle first. Might be an idea to consult some professional people to get things right the first time around. Not wise to mix business with pleasure during this period as it is not a good time for frivolities. Most of your problems should be able to solve themselves suddenly. You might be asked to help a friend in need and through this you might get in contact with people you have wanted to meet for some time. Some luck with an Aries person.

TAURUS: (April 21- May 20) Lucky Colour: Brown; Lucky Day: Saturday; Racing Numbers: 1-9-7-3; Lotto Numbers: 3-11-13-24-31-33 Some happy surprises and gifts coming your way and your love life should be great. Some travel plans might not go as planned but you will still enjoy yourself. Financial improvements are indicated. Your emotional life should be getting more stable and less problems with loved ones are indicated. There could be some changes in real estate matters concerning you or someone close. There could be some thoughts going towards travel – long distance or may be a move to a new place. Not a good time to confide in people – secrets have a way of coming into the open. It should be a very happy period to look forward to and lots of people around you and many new things to do. Someone you have been in two minds about will show their true colours. Possibility of some travel and making new friends who could make a difference in your future. Many things could be happening at once and slightly confuse you in your decision making.

GEMINI: (May 21- June 21) Lucky Colour: Yellow; Lucky Day: Sunday; Racing Numbers: 7-2-3-5; Lotto Numbers: 12-23-25-30-38-44 A very bad period for bargains so keeps your purse strings tight – a ‘good deal’ could turn out to be anything but. To succeed in career and business more effort and less contemplation. Beneficial influences favour your hunches where financial matters are concerned. Your love life could take up a lot of your time and someone close could be about to put a spoke in your wheel. A bit of lucky shopping for a bargain or two could come about. A romantic venture could have a touch of magic about it. There could be some luck in property transactions. Short trip discussions and meetings could be more trouble than they are worth, particularly if they involve money. Business could interfere in your home affairs – many could consider spending to boost the value of their property. After some confusion or doubt, you and your loved ones should be able to get together to work things out. Plans for social gatherings are indicated and should have a very happy if unexpected outcome.

CANCER: (June 22- July 22) Lucky Colour: Blue; Lucky Day: Wednesday; Racing Numbers: 6-2-5-6; Lotto Numbers: 13-20-26-31-32-40 It’s time to look seriously at health matters – if you know what you are doing wrong do something about it. Not a good time for secrets, they will slip out so discretion is called for. Not the time to blow up or act emotionally at your place of work as misunderstandings are possible with co workers. Do take care of your personal relationships and loved ones. Not the time to trust your intuition as you could be very wrong during this period. All financial and business affairs should be conducted in very strict confidence. Not the time to trust people you do not know and keep away from business that is not your affairs. Not a very good period for socialising with unusual sorts or weird places.

LEO: (July 23- August 22) Lucky Colour: Gold; Lucky Day: Monday; Racing Numbers: 4-6-2-5; Lotto Numbers: 1-9-18-29-36-37 Positive thinking is the way to go during this period otherwise you could defeat your own good ideas. Something good and interesting will be coming your way and people will appreciate your hard work. It may be wiser to keep a tight reign on financial spending or costs could suddenly magnify well past your original budget. Someone in a position to further your ambitions could be of help. Your emotional and love life shows progress and those who have been endeavouring to rekindle the embers of an old flame could get over heated. Unwise to play hunches – stick to facts and double check any important information before acting upon it. Romance could blossom quite unexpectedly.

VIRGO: (August 23- September 23) Lucky Colour: Plum; Lucky Day: Saturday; Racing Numbers: 5-1-2-8; Lotto Numbers: 8-19-24-30-31-42 Most of your plans for this period will succeed and the few additional happy moments with your loved ones will help you to enjoy the time. Not a good time to mix business with pleasure. Good period for love and romance – if looking for the right one this could be the period to find one. In business and career some big decisions are coming up and your wits are needed to be sharp. A rare combination of luck and intuition could pay off in many ways and many could be on the ground floor of a very profitable financial venture. Take a ticket with a Virgo person. Wiser to avoid a head-on clash with loved ones or partners. Many will realise that knowing the right people will count.

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Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 40 HOROSCOPES LIBRA: (September 24- October 23) Lucky Colour: Purple; Lucky Day: Sunday; Racing Numbers: 7-3-6-9; Lotto Numbers: 7-12-15-23-30-38 Curbing your expenditure around the house and family will be the next thing on your agenda. Some good news will help you to sort out a few loose ends that have been bothering you lately. Once you clear up a misunderstanding, most will support you regarding self promotion and love interests. Many could meet a promising new romantic attraction. Being able to mix business with pleasure is indicated and a chance to regain past glories for those that think they are past it. A good time to further your important aims and desires. Most could be in for more travelling than usual and someone you could meet during the trip could alter your present outlook on most things.

SCORPIO: (October 24- November 22) Lucky Colour: Red; Lucky Day: Thursday; Racing Numbers: 8-2-4-1; Lotto Numbers: 2-17-19-27-39-44 Maybe it’s time for you to learn some new tricks of the trade. Sometimes it is more enterprising to admit to a defeat than trying to fake it. Some busy times with old family members and invitations to parties. Your attention could be taken by something new and exotic in the romantic field. Work matters are pressing and rest and relaxation could be a little hard to organise. Impulsiveness may need more positive control. It is very important to communicate with spouse or lover as the aspects for misunderstandings could be more difficult. Could be time to prepare for the unexpected around your work place. Entertaining through this period could go very well and accept invitations to appear more publicly with loved ones. Friends could cause trouble or be uncooperative about any new love affair you are dealing with. Someone close could be showing a little more jealousy. Domestic affairs could interfere with your career or public image and the only way to avoid this will be by careful planning. Unwise to make an emotional decision at this time.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23- December 20) Lucky Colour: Aqua; Lucky Day Monday; Racing Numbers: 7-2-4-3; Lotto Numbers: 10-18-21-32-33-41 A little bit of a hard period to judge if you should go ahead or not. Let things go their own way for a while. Not the time to pay for something you have not even got yet. Business and work could be changing and in most cases for the better. Relationship matters might not be progressing as well as you would like them to – keep calm and let nature take its course. Romantic affairs look great and there could be a closer understanding – however, don’t become involved in religious type arguments. A good time to get rid of any dead wood – both physical and mental.

CAPRICORN: (December 21- January 19) Lucky Colour: Green; Lucky Day Saturday; Racing Numbers: 5-1-8-3; Lotto Numbers: 4-12-18-26-30-32 Love and romance could be costly so try to avoid expensive places. There is someone who could be of great help in your decision making about a career matter. Try to keep cool in a hassle. Time to take your loved one’s interests at heart and forget about your own fun. There should be a surprise in store for you during this period and more interests in your ideas. A period in which it is hard to distinguish between the good and the bad in business and financial matters, so keep your options open and make up your mind later on. There should be a windfall coming your way soon and some of your past efforts should also be paying off now. Plans for holidays later in the year could be very much in your mind. Be on the lookout for job or health progress. Some contacts could bring immediate success while others could be a little off into the future. Your health could be rewarded. Money interests could be working out better than domestic ones. Don’t count on other people – use your own ideas and be ready for any eventuality.

AQUARIUS: (January 20- February 19) Lucky Colour: Aqua; Lucky Day: Monday; Racing Numbers: 2-6-3-7; Lotto Numbers: 5-15-22-26-30-43 No overindulgence during this period if you are serious about your health. Not a good time to take risks in business either. Love life should be better but caution is needed with irritable people. Not a good period for gambling and speculating – bet only on a sure thing. You should be able to enjoy some free time and bring some joy to your loved ones. Try your charm on a Libra. There could be big changes coming up in your lifestyle and important people to meet. It should be an easier time for finances and some luck in this area will also help. There’s a lot going for you and the right word in the right ear could work wonders. Wise to double check your long-term investments – make sure you know all the financial limitations before taking on added expenses. Travel could bring pleasure.

PISCES: (February 20- March 20) Lucky Colour: Red; Lucky Day: Wednesday; Racing Numbers: 4-8-1-6; Lotto Numbers: 2-17-23-26-35-36 Very romantic and loving period and your ideas will be readily accepted by loved ones. Try not to get people to misunderstand you and you should be able to get your way in most things. New responsibilities should be handled with care and given priority in your life now. Short trips or unexpected travel should be taken with care and bookings confirmed for possible problems. Romantically speaking, this should be a good time and some will be in for new and exciting opportunities. Careful with brushes involving older people. Most can get a lot of pleasure out of impromptu entertaining. Business matters could turn out a little less than expected or hoped for. A good time to get to know a lot better that special someone.

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Volume 22 - Issue 6 - Page 41 LOCHSPORT FISHING ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED

• The Boat Licence course held recently was well attended and over 15 people attained their boat and/or PWC licences. Another course is being planned so keep an eye on the Facebook page for details or drop an email to the Secretary at [email protected] and we will send you the course details once confirmed. • The inaugural Annual General Meeting of the association was held recently with many members and sponsors attending. The work done since starting up in November last year was reviewed and the activities planned for the following year were discussed. The leadership team elected for the next year is Colin Johnson (President), Ren Renehan (Vice President), Craig Holland (Secretary/Treasurer) and the Committee members are Peter McMahon, Michael Winks, Tony Hardwick, Adam Gee, John Dart & Terry Harley. • The winner of the “Braggin’ Board” most memorable catch for the year was announced and the winner was Jake Riky, who caught a magnificent Black Bream off the lake beach. For his efforts, he was presented with $500 worth of tackle and bait generously supplied by one of our sponsors, Loch Sport Foodworks. The “Braggin’ Board” is outside Foodworks, so enter your memorable catches on the board and be in the running for this great prize for the next year. • A club fishing weekend has been organised at Port Welshpool from Friday Nov 29th until Sunday Dec 1st – we have booked all the cabins at the Long Jetty Caravan Park and expect a big turnout of members and sponsors. There will be plenty of boats and plenty of fishing spots on them so put it in your diary now – contact Colin J on 0419 548 768 or check the Facebook page for further details. • On Sunday 29th December, we are holding the “Loch Sport Surf Fishing Classic” on the Ninety Mile Beach at Loch Sport – this will be wonderful event generously sponsored by Stratford Marine. Fishing will be from 6.00am until 3.00pm, followed by a presentation of the many great prizes. Look out for details around town and on the Facebook page & website. Registrations will be available at our kiosk at the Twilight Market the day before the event, or on the day. • On Saturday January 25th 2020, we will be holding the next Kid’s Fishing Experience Day on the lake front near the Lakeview Bar & Bistro. We have plans to make this year’s event bigger and better, with several fishing and boating organisations participating. Further details will be posted on the Facebook page and the website leading up to the event.

FISHING REPORTS: Ninety Mile Beach:

As the weather is warming up, plenty of fishermen have been hitting the beach enjoying generally good wind and ocean conditions with some good catches being reported. There hasn’t been any weed to frustrate the fishermen but the crabs can be a nuisance. Salmon are around and flathead are being caught in good numbers – also some really good gummy sharks. Those fishing beyond the outer sand bank using drones and kayaks have captured some heavy duty bronze whalers and gummies – fresh salmon fillets are doing the trick. The best baits for the other species continue to be pilchard, blue bait, squid and blue & silver poppers – the poppers are taking 50% of all fish caught.

Lakes & Rivers: There is still not a lot to report as not too many guys have been out on the lakes but some bream are being caught close to the river mouths or upstream, mainly on peeled prawns. Lots of mullet and garfish are on the move in the lakes and the dolphins are active all around the lakes chasing the large schools of bait fish. We are looking forward to a very productive summer season.

TRY THESE DELICIOUS RECIPES

Australian salmon (or kahawai as the Kiwis know it) is a much maligned fish, generally not regarded as a good eating fish – but if anyone can make an excellent meal of it, a Kiwi can, so here are two recipes to try:

Honey Glazed Kahawai: Ingredients: ½ cup of honey 2 tsp brown sugar 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp lime or lemon juice 2 tsp fish sauce 4 pieces of skinless kahawai fillets (remove the blood line) 1 large red onion cut into 5mm thick wedges 1 tbsp olive oil ½ tp salt ¼ tsp black pepper

Preheat the grill on high. In a small pan, combine the honey, sugar, soy sauce, lime or lemon juice & fish sauce. Heat through until the sugar has dissolved, taking care not to let it boil, then set aside. Place the kahawai and onion on a lined baking tray. Drizzle with the oil and season with the salt and pepper. Grill until the kahawai is opaque throughout (8-10 minutes), spooning half the soy sauce glaze over the fish for the last 2 minutes of grilling. Serve the kahawai & onion with the remaining warm glaze.

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Ingredients: 2 large potatoes, peeled and halved 500g of skinless kahawai fillets (remove blood line) I tbsp. butter 1 tbsp grated onion 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 1 egg 3 tbsp of oil for frying

Place the potatoes in a large pot of water, bring to the boil and cook until the potatoes are almost tender. Add the fish to the pot and let the fish and the potatoes cook until they are both soft. Drain well and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add the butter, onion, parsley and egg to the bowl and mash the mixture together. Shape the mixture into patties. Heat the oil in a large frypan over a medium heat. Fry the patties on both sides until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving with a squeeze of lemon juice. KIA MAKONA (Bon Appetit)

WEBSITE: www.lochsportfishingassociation.com

FACEBOOK: Loch Sport Fishing Association

PHONE: Colin Johnson (President) 0419 548768

LOCH SPORT ANGLING CLUB

The Loch Sport Angling Club has had a few busy months which is always a good thing.

We had a great weekend away to Inverloch in October. With a great attendance we were sure to keep ourselves occupied. Whilst the weather was not favourable with strong winds preventing any serious fishing, we, none the less, were occupied by the bright lights of the town. We did however do a bit of research as to where the best fishing spots were and will be ready to give it a fair crack when we return.

As is the norm for incorporated clubs, we had our AGM in late October. Taking the steady as she goes approach, the standing committee was re-elected with the addition of Jack Stewart in a new position as Membership Officer. The club is travelling along well, due to members and locals ongoing loyalty and support, which we are all most appreciative. After the meeting a BBQ and frivolity was enjoyed by the attendees!

The club’s house at Benambra, in the Gippsland high country, has just been painted so is close to being ready for members to use. This will prove to be a great asset for the members and once set up will be a great change of scenery for locals to experience some of Victoria’s best trout fishing, comfortably housed 50 metres from a classic Aussie pub.

The clubs weekly Wednesday afternoon catch ups are going from strength to strength with a great group of members enjoying each other’s company in a relaxed and pleasant environment at the club rooms in Charles street reserve.

With Christmas on the horizon the club will be having its annual ham raffles on Friday 6th of December from 6pm at the Lakeview Hotel. The pub always puts on a great night the ham raffles being one of the biggest, we thank Peter and Tania for their ongoing support.

On the Saturday after the raffles, the club will be having their Xmas party at the club rooms for all members and their partners.It will be a great day with good food and Christmas cheer in abundance!

I can report that the members have been doing a bit of fishing with catches of salmon on the NMB proving that our guys still have what it takes.

If you think the LSAC sounds like the sort of club that would suit you, where we don’t take ourselves or our fishing too seriously have a chat to the guys at the Friday raffles at the hotel,they’ll fill you in on all the details.

Justin Meyers Loch Sport Angling Club President

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