SURF TIDE CHART - APRIL - JUNE 2021 PLUS 15 MINUTES FOR CHERRY TREE BEACH, LOCH SPORT Loch Sport Link APRIL / MAY 2021 Gold Coin Donation
Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter Holiday Lions Club of Loch Sport Easter Variety Market
Saturday 3rd April 2021 7.30am Breakfast - Eggs & Bacon 10.30 am Dog Competition 11am Kids Races & Novelty Events 11.30am Handbag & Gumboot Throwing
The Community House is pleased to announce that the Lakeview Bar and Bistro have taken on the running of the long weekend markets and the June market will go ahead at the Lakeview, FOR BOM DISCLAIMER, PLEASE GO TO to book a site, please phone Tanja on 51460666. The Community House thanks Tanja and her www.bom.gov.au/oceanography/projects/ntc/vic_tide_tables crew for taking on these events.
LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY HOUSE acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government The Loch Sport Community House acknowledges the local Tatungalung people of the Gunai Kurnai and to produce this publication all Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn, work and play.
Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 40 COMMUNITY INFORMATION BUSINESS DIRECTORY Contents Community House News Page 5 Business Phone Email
Community News Page 3 1st Avenue Constructions 0403 287 810 [email protected]
Local Traders Advertising Page 24 A & B Septic Cleaning 0427 347 655 [email protected] Albert Ford Pest Control 0433 966 095 Community Directory Page 38 Amtech Plastering 0407 047 854
Business Directory Page 39 Andys Water Cartage 0427 347 655 [email protected] The LINK is a Loch Sport Film Reviews Page 23 Barry & Annette Lett Funeral Directors 5143 1232 Community House Inc. BLA Fabrications Pty Ltd 0418 360 540 publication produced with Horoscopes Page 36 Casley Property Service 0435 727 180 content from the community Tide Charts Page 40 CLS Naturals 0422 198 546 [email protected] for the community. CNE Tree Services 0433 079 671
Condello's Towing 0419 561 345 [email protected] TIP TIMES C-Shell Real Estate 5146 0946 [email protected] Mon ~ 12pm - 4pm t EMERGENCY NUMBERS Courtney Cartage 0438 611 423 Fri, Sat & Sun ~ 12 - 5pm Grant's Caulking Services 0428 356 957 Disclaimer Ambulance 000 Gary Powers Real Estate 5146 0411 [email protected] “Views expressed by the Report Fire 000 contributors are theirs alone. They Police 000 Gehring Group E Bikes & Scooters 0401 085 818 are not endorsed by the Loch Sport Get Smart Joinery 0407 064 088 Community House Inc. or the From Mobile Phone 112 editors. No responsibility is L.S. Police 5146 0556 Gippsland Business Machines 1300 441 911 accepted by the “LINK”, its editors or L.S. Health Centre 5146 0349 Gippsland Funeral Services 5143 2477 printers for the accuracy of Wildlife Victoria 1300094535 Greg Heawood Concreting 0412 295 321 [email protected] information contained in text and Red Cross 5146 0637 Hacks Glass 0407 343 083 [email protected] advertisements.Neither the editors, nor the Loch Sport Community House SES Loch Sport 5146 0263 Kajak Water Cartage 0419 444 428
Inc. nor its committee in any way SES Emergency 132500 Lakeview Bar & Bistro 5146 0666 [email protected] endorses or takes responsibility LIBRARY SERVICE Sale Police 5142 2200 Laurie Ethell Earth Moving 0412 542 140 whatsoever for any material Sale Hospital 5143 8600 Leaps & Hounds Dog Grooming 0432 863 708 [email protected] contributed. All contributions must be Loch Sport Community House
Wellington Shire 1300366244 Lizardz Electrics 0438 460 512 [email protected] accompanied by the full name, 55 National Park Rd address and telephone number Council Loch Sport Computer Repairs 0423 304 603 of the contributor for verification Thursday: 1pm Poisons Info 131126 Loch Sport General Store & Post Office 5146 0300 [email protected] purposes, not publication.”
DELWP 136186 Online services available: Loch Sport Hardware & Garden Centre 5146 0513 [email protected] (injured animals) eBooks,talking books and pod casts Loch Sport Marina 5146 0243 [email protected] Wildlife Rescue 0400 079 337 available with your library Loch Sport Mowing 0404 037 409 [email protected] Fisheries Victoria 133475 Loch Sport Pharmacy 5146 0873
Loch Sport Supermarket 5146 0353 [email protected] Defribrillator List
Lochy Coffee 0423 927 754 [email protected] Boat Club (inside) Mels Home Hair 0419 574 374 Public Hall (womens toilet) Mick Luke Electrical 0438 460 641 [email protected] Foodworks (outside) Paul's Coastal Blinds & Shutters 0490 129 020 Golf Club (inside) Pete's Odds & Ends 0434 574 701 Tennis Club (inside) The Community House provides programs, events and referral Bowls Club (inside) services to meet the needs of our community. Whether you are in Property Improvement Services 0407 833 933 RSL (inside) Loch Sport for a life time or a holiday the house is a welcoming, R & C Water Cartage 0408 514 884 Health Centre (inside) supportive enviroment that provides opportunities to get involved, Rosedale Family Dentist 5199 2124 learn new skills and make new connections. Russell Thomas Plumbing & Airconditioning 0407 505 567 Sam’s Car & Caravan Removal 0488 471 163
Phone: (03) 5146 0145 Sayers Repairs - Mechanic 5146 0133 [email protected] Email: [email protected] Smithy's Bobcat & Excavator Hire 0419 361 268
The Tank Doctor 0468 493 040 [email protected] The Vets 5143 0577 Physical Address: Link Contributions TJL Plastering& Home Maintenance 0498 533 391 Deadline for articles & advertising 55 National Park Road Loch Sport TorqTech 0498786662 in the next edition is: Mailing Address: 14 May 2021 Western Port Building Design 0407 016 691 [email protected] P.O. Box 587,Loch Sport Victoria 3851 Articles can be lodged by: Email, Website: www.lochsportcommunityhouse.com paper or usb. Permisson to print Facebook: Loch Sport Community House Inc photos & artwork must be included.
Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2- Page 2 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 39 Media Release
26 March 2021 Egg-cellent ideas for recycling this Easter
Easter is just around the corner and that means chocolate - from the Easter Bunny’s basket of treats and egg hunts to goodies from grandparents in the afternoon. HI LOCHSPORTIANS, THE YEAR IS WELL AND TRULY UNDERWAY, AND IT'S TIME TO UPDATE YOU ON WHAT HAS BEEN HAPPENING But unwrapping dozens of chocolate eggs leaves behind a mountain of colourful foil, clear IN AND AROUND OUR TOWN. plastic containers and cardboard. THE MARCH MEETING WAS WELL ATTENDED AND OUR FIRST GUEST SPEAKER WAS ABLE TO COLLECT The good news is all of these things can be recycled via Wellington Shire Council’s kerbside SOME INTERESTING FEEDBACK FROM THE ATTENDEES ABOUT SOME OF OUR CONCERNS THAT WILL BE recycling collection. FOLLOWED UP AND REPORTED BACK TO YOU AS SOON AS WE GET ANY RESULT
In fact, the bright aluminium foil used to wrap your eggs is the most valuable of all materials EACH MONTH WE WILL ATTEMPT TO GET A GUEST SPEAKER HERE TO ADDRESS YOUR CONCERNS to recycle. Recycling aluminium saves 95 per cent of the energy it takes to make it. RELATING TO CURRENT AND FUTURE ISSUES.
NEXT MONTH'S MEETING, APRIL 6TH, WE HAVE A REPRESENTATIVE FROM DELWP COMING TO ADDRESS Today’s foil wrapper can be tomorrow’s soft drink can, window frame or airplane part. About YOUR CONCERNS AND INFORM YOU OF WHAT IS PLANNED FOR LOCH SPORT, SO IF YOU HAVE ANY three-quarters of all the aluminium ever produced is still in use today thanks to recycling. QUESTIONS, PLEASE COME ALONG
But the little bits of foil peeled off each Easter egg are not big enough to be reprocessed at a EACH MONTH WE WILL ATTEMPT TO GET GUEST SPEAKERS TO ATTEND AND ADDRESS YOU / OUR resource recovery centre. To ensure foil egg wrappers are recycled, they need to be cleaned CONCERNS of chocolate then loosely scrunched into the size of a golf ball.
Balls of foil can then go into the yellow recycle bin, along with the hard clear-plastic packaging (made of PET, the same stuff big soft drink bottles are made of), and cardboard 1. MARLENE WOOD FROM THE COMMUNITY GARDEN APPROACHED ME REGARDING THE WALKWAY boxes, including the plastic window found on the front of some boxes. ACCESS TO THE GARDEN, BETWEEN 94 & 96 TOORAK RD, AT THE MARY STREET INTERSECTION. I MET WITH THE COUNCIL AT THE WALKWAY, AND THEY HAVE AGREED TO TRIM THE WALKWAY, REDO Soft plastics, such as hot cross bun bags and wrappers from standard chocolate bars that THE WALKING TRACK AND INSTALL A SET OF STAIRS WITH HANDRAILS, TO ALLOW FOR SAFE AND often come with an egg can go back to your supermarket and into a REDCycle collection bin EASY ACCESS. THEY HAVE AGREED TO FIT THE WORKS INTO THIS FINANCIAL YEAR. (see www.redcycle.net.au). Sadly, bows and ribbons are not recyclable.
Australians will spend over $150 million on eggs this Easter, so everyone doing their bit 2. APPROACHES HAVE BEEN MADE TO DELWP, VICROADS, WELLINGTON COUNCIL & AUSNET ON A helps avoid a seasonal overload at our landfill sites. So, scrunch that foil, recycle it with VARIETY OF ISSUES CONCERNING OUR TOWN, SUCH AS ADDITIONAL RUBBISH BINS ON THE boxes, return wrappers and have a safe and happy Easter long weekend. FORESHORE, VEGETATION, ROAD SIGNS, SPEED LIMITS AND FOOTPATHS. WE WILL UPDATE YOU AS SOON AS OUR ENQUIRIES GAIN TRACTION. For more on kerbside recycling, Wellington Shire Council’s Transfer Stations and the REDcycle program, visit www.wellington.vic.gov.au/category/recycling. IN THE MEANTIME, PLEASE LET US KNOW ANY CONCERNS YOU MAY HAVE AND WOULD LIKE RAISED WITH – Ends – ANY AUTHORITY, TO THAT END, THE TABLE BELOW IS FOR YOU TO FILL OUT YOUR TOP 5 CONCERNS.
Media contacts: C OMGordonMUN KnightITY D (03)IR E5142CT 3291OR Yor 0437 500 393 CUT OUT THE TABLE AND DROP IT INTO THE COMMUNITY HOUSE FOR OUR COLLECTION. WE NEED YOUR ASSISTANCE TO MAKE OUR TOWN A BETTER PLACE SO PLEASE ASSIST US TO ASSIST YOU. Wendy Reeves (03) 5142 3257 or 0407 812 970
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Loch Sport Boat Club 5146 0004 [email protected] 1
Loch Sport Lawn Bowls Club 5146 0830 [email protected]
Loch Sport Fishing Association 0419 548 768 [email protected]
Loch Sport Golf Club 5146 0922 [email protected] 2
Loch Sport Tennis Club 0428 441 464 [email protected]
Loch Sport RSL 5146 0841 [email protected]
Loch Sport Lions 0402 503 190 [email protected] 3
Loch Sport Community House 5146 0145 [email protected]
The Men's Shed 0428 460 902 [email protected] 4 Loch Sport Seniors 5146 0796 [email protected]
Loch Sport SES 0435 794 732 [email protected]
Loch Sport CFA 5146 0273 [email protected] 5 Loch Sport Police 5146 0556
Loch Sport Business & Tourism Association 0414 635 587 [email protected]
Parks 0488 395 988 [email protected]
Loch Sport CRG 0456 300 300 [email protected]
Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 38 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2- Page 3 HOROSCOPES LIBRA: (September 24- October 23) Lucky Colour: Fawn, Lucky Day: Thursday, Racing Numbers: 5.9.6.2., Lotto Numbers: 5.12.26.24.40.22. LOCH SPORT LIONS CLUB Unusual and unexpected things are about to happen with your career and finances. You are in for happier times and good fortune. Many could meet a new romance or an exciting one could become a hot item. People you meet socially could improve your career aspects and it is a good time to ask for favours. A period full of surprises and could lead to a meeting of someone very important a little later on. Many could be in for more attention and may feel out of their depth. Our next market is planned for Easter Saturday; we hope the weather will be kind to us. We will have lots of Talking things over with loved ones could lead to more co-operations. The urge to be unconventional could land you in variety stalls, races for the children, a fun dog competition and gumboot and handbag throwing. Similar to the some strange situations. Travel could bring excellent results. Xmas market, things will be a little different at the BBQ, we appreciate everyone’s efforts around COVID-19 sanitising and social distancing rules. SCORPIO: (October 24- November 22) Lucky Colour: Silver, Lucky Day: Saturday, Racing Numbers: 5.6.3.2. , Lotto Numbers: 5.12.24.44.1.22. Bingo is running weekly again. Every Wednesday. Come along, meet some lovely people and have some fun, Could be a bit of friction concerning work or financial matters. Your emotions and cheque book could run away with you. afternoon tea provided. Eyes down at 1pm. Over extending your time for other people’s problems could drain you physically as well. What you say can get you into more trouble than what you do. Better news in financial situations. Career could be in trouble with unwise trust in people you do not know. May be wiser to keep your love and friends separate. Not the right time to force a showdown whatever We recently heard that the Loch Sport Fishing Association was raising funds to purchase a defibrillator, and the reason. If you take life as it comes during this period, most things will sort out. More happiness and harmony in the have donated $500 to help make this happen, it will be of great benefit to the whole community. home. However, be more careful with possessions or losses can occur. Money should be easier to come by and advancements or extra work coming up. Two of our members, Deveron Dodd and Judy Harley, are participating in the Lions Ride for Sight. They have to clock up 400km each over 4 weeks in March/April. If you see either of them riding around Loch Sport and SAGITTARIUS: (November 23- December 20) surrounding area, give them a wave. Lucky Colour: Dark Blue, Lucky Day: Wednesday, Racing Numbers: 5.6.2.3., Lotto Numbers: 1.15.26.34.40.22. Many could be meeting a wonderful person, who will make a big difference in their lives. Travel will bring the unusual We are always looking for new members. If you have some spare time and would like to join our club, you across your path. It could turn out to be your problem to sort out other people’s worries at your place of work. Keep away would be most welcome. There is a lot of satisfaction in helping others in need, and also to be part of assisting from explosive situations as you could be blamed if things go wrong. Romance could find the seeker. Many could successfully combine business and pleasure. Travel can bring some very exciting experiences. However, in an those who have experienced disasters here and around the world. For enquiries, call Noeleen 5146 0026. established relationship show consideration and appreciation to keep affairs stable. There are times when you can experience friction with relatives, which can develop into more trouble than it’s worth. It is wiser to keep sarcasm under Wendy Dodd control now. Secretary CAPRICORN: (December 21- January 19) Lucky Colour: Pink, Lucky Day: Sunday, Racing Numbers: 8.9.6.2., Lotto Numbers: 8.15.26.34.40.22. Something very interesting could be happening to your loved ones or relatives. There will be a lot of effort spent on improvement around the home. Busy time with work and social life but try not to irritate your domestic partner by insisting on everything your way. Some new ideas at your career prospects and may be a big change. This could be the period in which you meet the one and only but do not rush into anything permanent. Some improvements in your career matters and more time for a new hobby. This could be a time of learning something new and different. A new beginning also in your personal affairs that could be more serious than you thinks at first. Some luck with games of chance. The CRG with the help of the Wellington Shire Council and the CFA have produced the information booklet below to help members of the community prepare for bush fire safety and how to act and survive in code RED situation. They will be made available to the public and copies are available from the Community House. AQUARIUS: (January 20- February 19) Lucky Colour: Blue, Lucky Day: Monday, Racing Numbers: 1.6.2.5., Lotto Numbers: 1.15.26.34.40.22. This is a rather lucky period. Don’t allow a gloomy person to depress you. Don’t let anything or anybody cause trouble between you and your mate. Not good times to talk too much, people are really listening to you now. Also your hunches might not play right during this period so gambling is out. Any business deals must be in writing. Money should be easier to come by and more profitable ideas are coming up than earlier on. Your health should improve and energy levels should be much higher. There will be plenty of people around you. Learn from past mistakes and do not trust people who have let you down in the past. Your personal charm will get you what you want and plenty to do in the near future.
PISCES: (February 20- March 20) Lucky Colour: Mauve, Lucky Day: Friday, Racing Numbers: 1.6.5.2., Lotto Numbers: 1.12.24.40.33.36. If there has been stress in a relationship, it will start to diminish. During this period, most should be able to get over any barriers. Many will be moving house or changing domestic arrangements. A good time to ask favours from people you helped in the past. Personal relationships could be in a sticky situation and your interference with a loved one could make you very unpopular. Tact should be used in all situations. Some overseas contacts could spark a renewed interest in overseas travel. For further development see someone who is into regular travel to this particular place. Some special celebrations that will involve you and a member of your family. Make sure you take others views into consideration when planning your next move in your career matters.
KERRY KULKENS PSYCHIC LINE 1902 240 051 CALL COST: $5.50 INC G.S.T. PER MIN. MOB/PAY EXTRA. VISIT KERRY KULKENS MAGIC SHOP 1693 BURWOOD HWY BELGRAVE PH/FAX (03) 9754 4587 WWW.KERRYKULKENS.COM.AU
Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 4 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 37 HOROSCOPES ARIES: (March 21- April 20) Lucky Colour: Violet, Lucky Day: Tuesday, Racing Numbers: 2.3.5.6. , Lotto Numbers: 2.15.26.34.40.44. Luck could come with an Aries. A new relationship could develop into a permanent affair, although there could be major differences between you and your lover. Decision-making could be difficult and partners may not share your enthusiasm. COMMUNITY HOUSE NEWS The wise will be making or strengthening contacts which could be of great value to your future prospects. A very moody influence around you and you will need to make quite an effort to keep organised. Good chance of an opportunity to bring some of your dreams to reality could present itself. Over the last few months we have been kept busy at the house with new people moving into town who are Not too easy to keep the peace in any close relationship. Someone close could be experiencing problems seeking us out to find out how they can be involved in some way in the community. They are thrilled to hear and may need your help. Almost all levels ofstability returns. about the range of activities that we offer, and have joined us as members of the Community House.
TAURUS: (April 21- May 20) We have a range of bus trips planned in the coming months: Lucky Colour: Peach, Lucky Day: Friday, Racing Numbers: 1.3.2.5., Lotto Numbers: 1.12.15.26.36.39. Sunday 11th April - A day in Port Albert. Cost $10.00 BYO lunch and any entry fees. An opportunity, which could involve more travel, is indicated. Someone could be trying to get closer to you and an overture Sunday 2nd May - A day in Stratford at the Shakespeare Festival "Thrones of Shakespeare" Medieval Fair could surprise. Luck for those who are honestly trying to get ahead. For many a new lifestyle beckons. Accept any social Day stalls and entertainment and the show "Julius Ceasar" Cost $35 Includes 2pm matinee. BYO lunch. invitations that come your way and this could provide the beginning of a new romance. Friends you meet during this period could change your lifestyle for many strong bonds develop into romance. Most will gain financially one way or another. Please call 5146 0145 to book a seat and there are only a few left for each of the trips listed above. Some criticism could be jealousy. A brighter side is on its way, not wise to go to extremes in any economy drives and it’s not wise to lend money or possessions. A proposition for a romantic fling could be interesting, however, doesn’t get too Our book exchange in the shape of the Neighbourhood House logo has been installed in the front garden of intense. the Community House. It was designed and made by Gavin Roberts. We would like to thanks Gavin for donating his time and skills and Dahlsens for the donation of most of the materials. If you have books that you GEMINI: (May 21- June 21) would like to borrow or exchange please stop by for a browse. Lucky Colour: Yellow, Lucky Day: Wednesday, Racing Numbers: 1.6.5.2., Lotto Numbers:1.15.26.24.40.22. Contact from someone from your past is indicated. Your energy levels are high and could be hard to keep under control. A If you are in need of some entertainment over Easter, we have a large number of DVD's that have been new love could be taking up a lot of your time. A time in which you can achieve anything you really work for and yet a donated to the House. Genres range from action, romance and comedy, and can be borrowed, just call into feeling you are watched can prevail. A sudden switch in career or business ventures could be very profitable. Don’t bet on the House to take a look. anybody seeing things from your point of view. Co-operation could be the key word and progress should come about. You will feel happier about your love life and a special relationship becoming very important. A break away from your usual routine and you could be out meeting people who will become very important to you. Aim for improvement even though you don’t think you need to, past contacts could be romantic.
CANCER: (June 22- July 22) Lucky Colour: Cream, Lucky Day: Thursday, Racing Numbers: 5.3.6.9., Lotto Numbers: 5.12.26.34.8.33. This should be a good time to organise your career moves and to let a loved one know what is in your heart or on your mind. A lucky streak is indicated and many will find financial strain easing. You could be full of ideas and yet rather secretive about some of your romantic ideas. Many will be re organising their finances. Most will be in for a lucky period. A hardworking period in which luck is with you, however, the rewards are about to happen and change could be quite Music Art and Culture Group day out - International Women's Day dramatic and fortunate but inclined to hem you in. Business and personal affairs should improve and many could be about to change direction. Surprise visits from someone could provide the means of attaining some of your dreams. International Women’s Day was spent at Kilmany Mansion with friends and MAC members; over 20 of us enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea. Thanks to the staff for their friendly hospitality. LEO: (July 23- August 22) Our guest speaker, Jessica Loprese gave us a interesting insight into a young person's perspective on the Lucky Colour: Blue, Lucky Day: Monday, Racing Numbers: 1.3.5.9., Lotto Numbers: 1.15.29.34.8.11. Your energy levels could be high and many could be inclined to take unnecessary risks. However, success is indicated in Covid year and her experiences as a Health Care worker and mother. any worthwhile venture. An exciting period socially and some should attract a beautiful relationship. Love could be on your Contact the Community House if you would like to come on the next outing is 5146 0145 mind. However, competition could be strong and you will need to present yourself at your best. Being ruthless can bring success but it won’t make friends. You may appear selfish to others without meaning to and you will be putting yourself to a lot more effort in order to build for a worthwhile future. Keep your secrets to yourself for now. Most will be in the mood to say what they should say even if unpleasant and unappreciated by loved ones. Home interests are indicated and many chances are in the pipeline.
VIRGO: (August 23- September 23) Lucky Colour: Green, Lucky Day: Monday, Racing Numbers: 2.6.3.2., Lotto Numbers: 2.15.24.410.33.36. Personal relationships should be happier. Many will be fanning up an old flame. Most will be happier socialising than working hard. Health should improve and luck could come with a Leo. Quick changing moods if you do not get enough sleep, however, very favourable indications. If you think you know better how someone close could handle finances, wiser to keep silent. A good period for action. Tackling problems will remove trouble before it really happens and could gain the respect and caring from someone in a position to advance your cause. A surprising bit of luck can come from a lady who really cares about you. An excellent period when all dealings with others should start to improve. A much better time for lovers.
KERRY KULKENS PSYCHIC LINE 1902 240 051 CALL COST: $5.50 INC G.S.T. PER MIN. MOB/PAY EXTRA. VISIT KERRY KULKENS MAGIC SHOP 1693 BURWOOD HWY BELGRAVE PH/FAX (03) 9754 4587 WWW.KERRYKULKENS.COM.AU Enjoying high tea at Kilmany Mansion MAC group enjoying the day out for IWD - Big thanks to Marg for organising Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 5 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 36 Connecting Community LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY CARE INC
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 have been offering takeaway lunches and by joining the LSCC Face Book Group you will be able to order as soon as the lunch notice is posted. The money from lunch orders allows us to purchase more stock.
LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY CARE - IN CONTRACT WITH FOOD BANK VICTORIA
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 Care now has a facebook page. Please “like” us to get weekly updates and reminders of our upcoming events.
OUR HAVEN WILDLIFE REHABILITATION AND RESCUE SHELTER Mobile: 0400 079 337 or 0401 799 721 www.ourhavenwildlifeshelter.org.au Loch Sport is surrounded by National Parks and native bush, and while that poses some issues of its own, it also provides us with a unique opportunity to witness and live amongst our beautiful wildlife.
The wildlife has to navigate the ways of human interference with roads, traffic, housing and fences being extremely dangerous for them. Their normal travel routes being blocked off, they are forced onto the roads more and more. Kangaroos don't have good eyesight. When they commit to crossing a road, there is not a car in front of them, they cannot understand speed and it is often said that roos just jump into the cars. We all realise that accidents happen through no fault of the drivers. BUT PLEASE be aware, driving during dusk to dawn is when kangaroos, wallabies, koalas and wombats are most active. If you drive just 5 kph slower you will be more likely to avoid a collision with these precious animals. Another way of protecting our wildlife is to NOT feed them (unless during severe weather conditions when they have no natural feed). Fresh water in differing height containers is all that is necessary. DO NOT FEED BREAD to any wildlife. You will be doing more harm than good. Bread provides no nutritional benefits and causes Lumpy Jaw - a serious bacterial infection of the jaw- in kangaroos and wallabies, which can lead to a very slow, painful, death by starvation. However, if you must feed them, offer long, dry hay (not stalky) or specific kangaroo pellets/ muesli, available from most stock feeders. Birdseed is for birds!! And don't make them reliant on any feed, make it a random treat. Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 35 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 6 LOCH SPORT BOAT CLUB INC Charlies Street Loch Sport VIC 3851 03 5146 0004 CMB 94 Loch Sport 3851 Website www.loch-sport.net
Saturday morning sailing has seen a great turn up of people interested in sailing, come along to give it a try with Greg, it’s fun. Drop in for a coffee and watch the activities.
The School Water Safety day on Friday 12 February was very successful despite the drizzle. Loch Sport Primary School back for another WS day with Wurruck Primary and Woodside Primary visiting this time. The sail ability yachts are a great drawcard for the children who also attended a water safety session with Vanessa from Marine Safety Victoria, followed by a visit to our CFA and Ambulance volunteers. Check out our Facebook page for a video created by Woodside Primary, well done.
The Eastern Region Regatta scheduled for Feb 13-14 at Paynesville GLYC was cancelled due to the quick lockdown. Very disappointing for our sailors who were all geared up to compete against other clubs in the area.
Heat 3 of the Commodores Series was sailed on Saturday Feb 20 with five entries. Results 1st Paul Amaira Tasar, 2nd Ellie MacGregor Corsair, 3rd Dan Smith Southern Cross.
The Marlay Point yacht race from Lake Wellington to Paynesville was sailed Saturday night 6 March; our club had three crews competing They all finished the race - well done, crews. Results - Mad Rascals. Southern Cross 23 Dan Smith with Michael Riky and Glenn Greenhalgh. 23rd over line 29th on Handicap; Tarquin Hartley 18 Colin Theodore + 1 crew Jim 25th over line 24th on handicap; Moocha Sonata 7 Angus MacGregor with Hamish MacGregor, Greg McNeil and Tracy Dines 28th overline 31st on Handicap.
It was a long night with wind on the nose all the way - 15 knot winds across Lake Wellington as usual, light winds in the Straits with lots of tacking needed. Mad Rascals ran aground on the inside corner just before Seacombe and was overtaken by Moocha and Tarquin. Then she got back-winded about 1/2 down ending up in the trees. Used a boat hook to pole out doing a 360 turn.
Strong wind again exiting from Hollands Landing required lots of tacks to get out. Wind still on the nose, four long tacks before Loch Sport. Sunrise near Waddy Point saw us catching Tarquin and Moocha. Winds dropping over took both near Wattle Point then Light winds through to finish. Overall a long hard night and a bit cold as usual. Boaties Bar at the club will be open on Saturday nights between 4 and 7 or later. BYO nibbles or some snacks available. Come along and enjoy views from the deck in a relaxed quiet atmosphere. Check our Facebook page for any extra activities over Easter. Interested in the weather for your weekend? Check out www.loch-sport.net/weather-cam A display of weather reports, temperature, wind direction and rain and a seven-day weather forecast with wind info from Windy.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
The Community House are in need of volunteers to help with various jobs within the office, bus driving, and preparation of the LINK. If you are interested in any of these areas please contact Anna or Jeanette on 5146 0145 between 9.30am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday or call in to chat at 55 National Park Rd Loch Sport.
Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 34 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 7 For your information LOCH SPORT FIRE BRIGADE FIRE STATION 5146 0997 EMERGENCY DIAL 000 Hi Everybody
Since the last time we went to print, the brigade has been quite busy with 6 incidents over a 5-day period over the Australia Day long weekend with a vehicle fire on the Friday night, then a call to support Golden Beach late on Saturday night.
Having returned to Loch Sport for about 2 hours we were again called to an incident around 2am in National Park Rd and corner of Cove St to find a house fully alight with flames. This was a long drawn out incident which took about 1 hour to get under control and several more hours to put out. The Loch Sport crew were supported in this battle with help from the brigades from Seaspray, Longford, Sale, Stradbroke and Willung. As well as both Loch Sport Tanker 1, Loch Sport Tanker 2 and the Loch Sport Forward Command Vehicle (FCV), plus members from District 10 Headquarters’ in Sale, Victoria Police, Ambulance Victoria and SP Ausnet. I wish to thank everybody involved for their help and support with this incident.
Upon cleaning up the vehicles the next morning the brigade was called to a small motor vehicle fire in Seagull Drive, later that afternoon a power transformer outside the bakery had a small fire on the high voltage part of the unit. Then later that night the brigade was called out again to support Golden Beach in the area of Dutson which turned out to be the flaring from the gas plant at Longford, it’s better to be safe than sorry with that one. Also recently there was a small fire in a kitchen in Kangaroo St.
The brigade were called to help Longford fire brigade with a major structure incident in Hobsons Rd. This was a 2-day deployment, with over 20 appliances called from all over the area to help fight this fire which occurred in several sheds on the property.
On the night of 10th March the brigade held its annual elections for the Brigade management team, this appointment is for the next 2 years, the results are the following: Captain – Peter Connell 1st Lt – John West 2nd Lt – Rob Ferris 3rd Lt – Peter Lambe 4th Lt – Wayne Swetham Secretary - Bernie Massmann Treasurer – Wendy Dodd
As some members of the public might have noticed, the brigade has taken delivery of a new Toyota Ultra-Light Tanker. This has been made possible by the donations and support from the community of Loch Sport and the brigade wishes to thank all concerned.
Until next time Take care Pete Connell Loch Sport Brigade
Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 33 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 8 Loch Sport Plumbing & Air Conditioning LOCH SPORT GOLF CLUB Russell Thomas Another summer has come to a close and it was great to get back on course and playing competitions again. 3 Snipe Street Loch Sport We have been able to hold our regular events and this has enabled members to enjoy the social and health 0407 505 567 benefits that golf provides. Events will continue all year round, Covid permitting, and we hope to see more new Introducing The Team members come and join and play. It doesn’t matter if you are new to the game or have been playing either Introducing The Team socially or competitively for a while, all are welcome. Our team consists of experienced and skilled tradies, Our tewahmo cgoonosuisttsofotfheexirpweraieyntocepdleaansdesthkiellecdlietrnat,dies, Social golf is always available, and we love to see new players on course. The honesty box also has a book who go out of their way to please the client, for you to register your details which is a new condition of play during these times. This will allow us to contact no matter what the task involves - from dripping taps to major refits. you should the need arise. We need your name, address and phone number and this applies to all players. no maNttoerjowbhiastttohoebtaigskorintovolvsemsa-llftroomrecderiipvpeinogurtafuplsl atottemnatijoonr.refits. Russell ThoNmoasjo, bRischtoaordbHigaorvretyo,oNsamthaallntoFrlienct,eMiveichoauer lfuGllearrtaterndti&onM. ichael Blake The club recently held an open day with sausage sizzle to thank the community for their support in the building Russell Thomas, Richard Harvey, Nathan Flint, Michael Gerrard & Michael Blake of the new clubhouse. We are sure that everyone will agree, the building is an asset to the community and will be used by many groups for meetings and events etc. Mini Excavator with Driver Mini Excavator with Driver NNeewwHHoommeess&&RReennoovvaattiioonnss The Victorian SandGreen Championships were moved to August 2021 and we will start gearing up for this RReeppaaiirrss&&MMaaiinntteennaannccee event, which we hope will help assist in the recovery of Loch Sport after all the recent downtimes. It should be TTrreeaattmmeennttPPllaannttss of economic value to all our local businesses. Pumps & bore pumps HHoottWWaatteerrSSyysstteemmss Follow our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Loch-Sport-Golf-Club-Inc-245765649671614/ to keep RRooooffiinngg&&SSppoouuttiinngg up with the news. Gas Installation Gas Installation Split Air Conditioning Happy Golfing RentSapl lPitrAopireCrtoynMdaitiinotneinagnce Sewerage Connections Rental Property Maintenance We stand for quality workmanSsehwipe,raegnevCironnmeecntitoanllsy friendly solutions, customer satisfaction and friendly advice. We stand for quality workmanship, environmentally friendly solutions, customer satisfaction and friendly advice.
LOCH SPORT MEN'S SHED
April is almost upon us and daylight savings ends April. The Men’s Shed was busy getting ready for the Garage Sale that took place on March 8 and I am pleased to say it was quite successful with a big influx of visitors in town for the long weekend. All the Boys have been doing a great job getting bird houses built, garden plants grown – and Duncan and Len plying their craftsmanship in refurbishing a table of unique proportions. Well done, fellows, another happy lady. We will be making available mobile planter boxes for those who like to display gardening on the balcony. If anyone wants one made to order call into the shed. We also make street numbers etc., which are a must for our ambos and firies, please get that number up. We must convey our best wishes to Dick Clay who had a nasty fall and has been recuperating in hospital at Heyfield. He is on the mend and at the time of this printing should be looking forward to coming home. We miss you, Dick. LICENCE NO. 21433 Ph: 0407 505 567 Our next Garage Sale is on Easter Monday 5 April, looking forward to seeing everyone there. If you have large ABN-17320416038 Licensed Number 21433 quantities of goods to donate or need help to deliver please call Murray Brown on 0428 460 902. LICENCE NO. Our AGM is coming up in July and we will welcome new fellow shedders. L160475 Murray Brown, Chairman. Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 32 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 9 CHARLES STREET RECREATION RESERVE COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT
Coming to some sort of normality we had our first meeting on February 22 at the new Golf Club building and a big thanks to David for the use of this great new venue. Anyone travelling around should have a look-see at what they have done.
A full meeting of all our tenants was welcomed and reports acknowledged. Our regular reserve cleaner-upper Brian is having serious back problems.
Consequently we put out an alert for a new tractor driver and had four expressions of interest. Robin Keitley a volunteer with CFA, Neighborhood Watch and the Men’s Shed donned his new cap and did a great job of cleaning the reserve. We thank you and also Noel, Neal and David who are also assisting. A clean-up of the reserve was scheduled for 15 March.
Our next meeting will be held on May 25 at the Golf clubhouse at 10.00 am. Looking forward to a happier 2021 for all our Lochsportians.
David Wayside, President
LOCH SPORT BOWLS CLUB
The Bowls Club has been extremely busy over the holidays with local residents and holiday people enjoying our facilities and participation in club events. It is wonderful to see the support we have and the great times being had on our bowls days. Some of our new bowlers are now confident enough to be going out to other clubs to bowl in social days and thoroughly enjoying themselves.
Our official opening of the new green was held with a great turn out considering the weather, so thank you Loch Sport for the support on the day and over the last two years.
The Big Breakfast
As requested, the Bowls Club is holding their Big Breakfast on Easter Sunday, 4 April, 9am – 11am, Sausages- Bacon-Eggs-Hash Browns-Tomatoes-Mushrooms-Toast-Hot Cross Buns-Cereal-Orange Juice- Tea & Coffee There will be Easter Eggs for the children. Adults $20 Children $10
Bookings will be accepted so ring 0400 789 489.
Barefoot Bowls will be held on Easter Saturday 3 April, 3pm-6pm
Social Bowls Wednesdays & Sundays 1pm-3pm
Please check the Loch Sport Bowls Club Facebook page regarding numbers and restrictions or cancellations of bowls.
If you have any questions regarding bowls or functions please call Jenny on 0400 789 489
Happy Easter Everyone Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 -Page 10 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 31 LOCH SPORT SENIORS GROUP
Hi everyone, we haven’t had a great start to our year so far, our first meeting was to be a bbq at the Lions Park on Monday 15 Feb, but unfortunately we were all forced into lockdown once again with this cursed Covid. Thank goodness for freezers, although a few of us were eating a lot of salads and fruit for the next week. Once again the Seniors trip and meeting will be held before The Link goes to print, so not much to say about our trip to Tom’s Cap Vineyard except that we are all looking forward to the day as we had a trip there cancelled last year because of Covid. Our meeting in April is Monday 19th at 10.30am at the Public Hall, fingers crossed we are not in lockdown. We have a few trips and events planned for the year and hope to finalise the order in which they will proceed at our next meeting on Monday 15 March. Metung Hotel Fish Creek Nyerimelang Homestead Greyhounds Sale R.S.L Loch Sport Lakeview Bar & Bistro Loch Sport Duarts Restaurant Maffra Xmas Biggest Morning Tea for the Cancer Council April will most probably be one of the Loch Sport venues to give them a boost in trade. Look forward to seeing you all at the Public Hall on Monday 19 April at 10.30am. NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME.
Christine Potter, Secretary Ph. 5146 0796
LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY GARDEN
We have great news that the Wellington Shire Council is going to fix the path opposite Mary Street. This will give direct entrance into the garden, for foot traffic only, and make it easier to access the garden. Thank you Chris Hunter for your hard work on this. I have been busy spending our grant: thank you Anna from the Loch Sport Community House for your help and a big thank you to Zara & Colin from the Garden Centre who looked after us with great service. We are starting our winter vegetables, it’s hard to believe that summer is over already.
We are at the garden on Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 am to noon. Hope to see you there Tuesday or Wednesday.
Marlene Wood
Garden Coordinator Mobile Service & Mason House Surgery 36 Cunninghame Street, Sale, Victoria 3850
The Vets will be visiting Loch Sport fortnightly on a Friday between 9.30am and 12pm Consultation room at the Community House – 55 National Park Road
Please call 5143 0577 to book an appointment
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We have had a busy few months, with many call outs. Our crews worked hard and were able to provide their usual high level of service. Our team also has been deployed over the East Gippsland Region assisting with emergencies. Two new members have completed training in the use of four wheel drive vehicles. We also have another four members undertaking training in boat operations. It’s great to see that we are attracting new members and we would like to see many more joining up as active members of the Loch Sport Team. We have a great following on Facebook (SES Loch Sport) with many followers who like to see what we have been up to, so follow us on Facebook and be kept informed. Feel free to call in to see our set-up and ask any questions. Please remember that the bulk of our funding is mainly made up of all the fundraising efforts that the members take part in, so when you do see us at a function please donate to ensure that our services can be maintained to a high level. I thank the Loch Sport Community for all the support and appreciation they have shown to their local SES Unit. I also would like to thank those members of the community who have now displayed their house number outside their properties and if others who have not already done so, could please do so, as this saves all emergency services a lot of time in locating your property if assistance is required. It’s great that our Unit is now able to host a number of training sessions and it also is an opportunity for us to showcase our beautiful town to those members who have not visited the area before. If you belong to a group who would like to invite us to talk about what services we provide, and also the emergency services kit, then please give us a call and we would be pleased to attend one of your sessions. The number of visitors to our town will expand over the Easter period, so please take care and drive safely and watch out for the many animals that also share our roads. !""#$%&'(%()*+,-,(.,/.)+0#$+1)'%$).('2+-#.&'%))$+ Terry Ford SES Unit Controller Loch Sport. 3#$2+,%+4#56+7"#$%+1#88&'(%9+:#&*) 1,..+;<=>+?@AB+<@A?+#$+C8,(.+.*56D')%*",5)E')%E,&
PARK HAPPENINGS
As part of the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning’s (DELWP) strategic fire break maintenance program, funding has been allocated or a budget exists for maintaining the breaks in the area as well as upgrading Lake Reeve Track in the Lakes National Park between April and September. The planned works are aligned to a larger road maintenance package between DELWP and Parks Victoria which is linked to the Reducing Bushfire Risk (RBR) program led by DELWP.
Works in the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park and The Lakes National Park include:
• Roadside vegetation clearing
• Fire break vegetation maintenance
• Road surface grading and gravel replacement
• Implementation of planned burns (conditions permitting).
Parks Victoria and DELWP staff have already completed slashing the network of vehicle tracks and firebreaks within The Lakes National Park and Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park. Our next focus is on elevated and encroaching vegetation maintenance before road surface maintenance can begin.
Luke Marcius, Acting Ranger Team Leader, Parks Victoria Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 29 Loch Sport LINK - VOLUME 24 - Issue 2 - Page 12
!"#$%&'!()*& LOCH SPORT FORESHORE COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT +,-").&/012&302&455 As we say goodbye to summer and welcome autumn it is pleasing to see that people have been able to return to Loch Sport for the holiday period and enjoy all that the area has to offer. We are hoping there will be good weather for Easter and no Covid-19 related problems so that the local community and visitors can continue to enjoy our beautiful surroundings. There has certainly been some very visible erosion in the area of the Seagull Drive Boat Ramp over the past year; however fortunately, there are no houses in any danger of being inundated. Sand constantly moves from west to east along the foreshore of the lake - it is a natural phenomenon. The landscape is constantly '!()*&6!*(!7)& changing, our interference with nature often has unintended consequences. The popular opinion of the 118///&9:(*)&(!";)* public ‘we need groynes scattered along the length of the foreshore in the area of the Seagull Drive Boat Ramp’, may not be the most suitable course of action. Experienced people in managing erosion due to the !""#$%&'($)*!+$,-.."#/ movement of sand and the effect of high winds may have a very different solution. There are some coastal 0*..$*!#%$,&($,*1)$#".-2"(%$3$ studies experts who feel that the natural environment at Loch Sport has been interfered with too much in the #*%1$*$4""+$ past. It may be that the recent problems at the Seagull Boat Ramp are partly associated with structures placed in the water over past years! 5-661.*!#$*("* DELWP in all parts of Victoria, as well as the Foreshore Committee have not been able to have regular meetings during 2020 because of Covid-19. A consequence of this has been a delay in formulating a definitive response to the erosion at the Seagull Drive Boat Ramp, however an intensive study by experts will commence during coming weeks. 9-6,&%+-*( As notified in earlier newsletters, DELWP have provided a ‘Public Risk Safety Grant’ to re-route small sections of the walking track (constructed to the same standard) where there are current and anticipated 6-<+=()*&*)+!:*% public access safety problems. There is obvious erosion in the Seagull Drive Boat Ramp area; addition monitoring has revealed that migrating sand is expected to affect part of the walking track in the vicinity of (789:;<=$>8?;9@7<$A; The Boulevard during the coming winter. A decision has been made to re route parts of the walking track in B>
Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 28 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 13 LOCH SPORT BP SERVICE STATION !"#$"%#&'(#%)'*+,,-$.#%-/+#")# &0%#0-%2#&"")#3+)*-4+5 The Saliba family are making a big impact in Loch Sport, especially since the opening of the BP Service Station, 6',,#("0)#,"4',#7"42#8&")%# four months ago. Elias, his wife Mary and their son, George have continued to work to develop the business and )+3-9+$%#7'0)-+#:"); to meet the needs of the Loch Sport community, particularly at “this end of the town”. They have modern petrol bowsers; gas bottle exchange; and a well-stocked mini grocery market, which includes a large variety of items such !<=>?@AB8#7?>?77?!#AC!# as bread, milk, cold drinks and many other items such as toilet rolls, canned foods. There are also stationery items 8?A7?!#D8=CE#E?7#F<# such as pens, tape and highlighters; greeting cards and other party items; a selection of car accessories and car 6
Elias Saliba, who is Assyrian, migrated to Australia from Germany in 1986, and settled in Melbourne, where he began working for the Ford Motor Company. He brought with him a rich heritage of culture that goes back thousands of years, and a gentle compassion for others. In that same year, Elias shared that he and some others decided to explore a little bit of Victoria on the Melbourne Cup weekend of 1986, and travelled down Gippsland way. They came to Golden Beach and then began to head toward Sale, when they came across the sign pointing to Loch Sport and decided to check this place out. Elias liked what he saw, and the memory of this small community stayed with him. <8;1=3>?'8>'8>/@'564'!8;6'AB825'C28B425@'D02E45 In 1989 Elias sponsored his fiancé, Mary to migrate to Australia and they were married in 1990. In 2005 the family 7').+3%#<'$.+#F:#G",-9'(#A44"//"9'%-"$ came down for a holiday in Loch Sport, and they all enjoyed the delights of the community. Then in 2017 they bought E')(#J"1+)3#<+',#?3%'%+#J%(#7%9#2'3#P++$#+3%'P,-32+9#-$#7"42#8&")%#:")#%2+#&'3%#QN#(+')35 their house, and enjoyed regular holiday breaks in Loch Sport. I"%2#E')(#R#7+'$$+S#4"/P-$+9#2'*+#"*+)#MN#(+')3#":#+T&+)-+$4+S#P"%2#')+#/+/P+)3#":#%2+#<+',# On these holiday visits, Elias kept looking at the now empty service station on the corner of Goodlett Avenue and ?3%'%+#=$3%-%0%+#":#>-4%")-'#UV#'$9#%2+#4"/&'$(#-3#)+.-3%+)+9#1-%2#%2+#5 National Park Road. It was when his son George expressed an interest in working at a service station, that he A,,#-$3&+4%-"$3#')+#4"$904%+9#-$#%2+#4"/&'$(#":#'#,-4+$4+9#'.+$%5 developed the idea of building their own business here in Loch Sport. He purchased the property and building the E')(#J"1+)3#-3#'#W03%-4+#F:#H2+#J+'4+#'$9#-3#'*'-,'P,+#:")#9"40/+$%#3-.$-$.5 new service station began in July 2020, and was completed in November 2020 and they had their opening the week after Melbourne Cup Day. Elias, his wife Mary and their two children George and Rama were now fully committed XY#7'Z+#8%)++%S#7"42#8&")%5#>-45#[\X] to their life in Loch Sport. F^4+#&2"$+;#N[#X]MYN#M]]#K"P-,+;#NMQ\#X]M#N\\ Elias sees the service station as Phase 1 of a much larger vision, which includes more eating areas, such as a Kebab A,,#&)"&+)%-+3#4'$#P+#*-+1+9#'%#1115.')(&"1+)3)+',+3%'%+54"/ Shop, café and for other services such has hairdresser. _",,"1#03#"$#_'4+P""ZS#H1-%%+)S#B"0H0P+S#7-$Z+9=$#'$9#=$3%'.)'/
We congratulate Elias, Mary and George on their commitment to friendly service, and going beyond to ensure that their customers are satisfied.
Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 14 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 27 WHY WE LIVE IN LOCH SPORT
We all have a story to tell! By Rhonda Luttrell
When Kevin and I first visited Loch Sport on the Australia Day Weekend of 2013, we fell in love with the lake views and easy access to the beach, as well as the access to the National Park and Coastal parks. Everything fell into place for us, and we could see ourselves living here. By March we purchased our home in Goodlett Avenue, and began to make plans to move in permanently, which we did on New Years Eve of that same year. We commenced our time here busy with family visiting us, who were curious as to why their parents purchased a house in a place they had not previously heard about. They too enjoyed the water activities and bush drives as we did, and the family approved of “their holiday house”.
We were only in semi-retirement, but we settled into Loch Sport life, embracing opportunities to develop our garden, take walks and trips into the National Park, utilising the four-wheel drive tracks. We explored the surrounds, and enjoyed taking time to get to know the people in Loch Sport. However, this was only to last 18 months, because opportunities for work opened up quite unexpectedly in Melbourne, and we moved there for three years. All the time we kept our home here set up and used it for holiday breaks and for family and friends to use. When our time in Melbourne was finished, we knew there was only one place we wanted to get back to, and we made our second WELLINGTON LIBRARY move permanently to Loch Sport nearly three years ago. CAR & CARAVAN Loch Sport Community House Each Thursday 1 - 3pm AMTECH Once again, we settled down quickly to Loch Sport life, and became involved in the school community, where Kevin works as their chaplain; in the Christian community; in the Community House; Men’s Shed; and generally meeting REMOVAL New books and magazines! Request PLASTERING people, enjoying time sharing over a meal or a cuppa. Life is good, and getting better for us and our story continues. items for 6-week loan or purchase. We all have a story to tell, and would love to here from you about why you chose Loch Sport to be your permanent or holiday home. On ABC radio each Sunday, Peter McNamara (Macca) has a long running radio program, and Ask us about Ancestry Library Edition, For all your plastering needs one of the segments is called – “Why I live where I live”, and it’s fascinating to hear people’s stories. You may be eBooks, eMagazines, and stories for No job to big or small a writer; an artist; a handyperson; a gardener; or any number of interesting occupations, we’d love to hear from children. Get our ‘Libraries Victoria’ app you and include your article in the future issues of the LINK. in the App Store or Google Play. Over 40 years experience PHONE SAM Contact us at: [email protected] Colin Theodore 0488 471 163 0407 047 854
The Wellington Library visits Loch Sport each week on Thursdays at 1pm. Wellington Library Outreach service is now at the relocated Loch Sport Community House, 55 National Park Road. Services include a selection of new library materials, staff assistance, public use computers, free internet, and a book returns box. Our online catalogue allows items to be requested and delivered to the Neighbourhood House, free of charge. Books, audio books, DVDs and other resources can be loaned for six weeks rather than the usual three weeks. All you need is a free library card, which staff can issue at the time of the visits.. Make purchase suggesions or loan requests from our catalogue webpage: https://wels.libsvic.ent.sirsidynix.net.au/client/en_AU/wels/ The public can also register online to borrow electronic resources. Users can access online Library resources such as Ancestry Library Edition, eMagazines, Encyclopedia Britannica, eAudiobooks, eBooks, or StoryBox Library stories for children.
Contact us at [email protected] if we can help you in any way.
Phil Jeffreys Library Coordinator Wellington Shire Council Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 26 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 15 LOCH SPORT R.S.L !"#"$ %&'()*"*+&!,),-
At the time of writing we’re reasonably confident that the ANZAC day commemoration will be able to be conducted %&.&,"/01"2!3%"!"4&&5 th as per the ‘pre-covid’ years. A meeting hosted by Wellington Shire Council on 26 March will provide specific 67"89:;"%&;.)*& information. A dawn service and breakfast will be held on the foreshore at the Lion’s Park. The time will be advised on the various social media noticeboards and other noticeboards around town. !<=>?@"#"$>A<@B<"CDEE?>"
The Commemoration Service will be at the RSL Sub-branch location at Charlies Reserve at 10:30am followed by F>??GHIEE"JKLL"LMN"NK0 a lunch in the club rooms. We have requested RAAF assistance with the service. (&+&'89,&"/LNL"OJ77"MO67" Over the past few months we’ve begun work on refurbishment and upgrading the premises. The club’s dining and C9$)+&"L760"N70"MOO lounge areas were repainted and memorabilia was repositioned. Lighting in the kitchen, lounge and dining room has been completely replaced with LED and we’ll soon be receiving delivery of outdoor furnishing, lighting, planter boxes and radiant heaters to upgrade the outdoor ‘bar-b-que’ and dining area.
The smoking area will also receive some much needed attention over the next couple of months.
With the assistance of Community House we’ve been able to re-introduce a Courtesy Bus service for Thursday nights and be looking at ways of expanding the service in the future. The RSL is also pleased to host a weekly Friday morning exercise group at 9am. We welcome inquiries from any Community Groups that would like to utilise our 2,("89C&"%&;.)*&% Loch Sport Pharmacy facilities. ';J5)L=J456I)/;?195)1?98@?41<4=58 /;?9I)M=089)N991456O/29;5456 Kel Warham /=5@9884=58)A)&.*)A)-;>9<3)%9< P)%&#-)-$".#/$)+",.#&$"- B959?;2);5C)+?4D;<9 President !?99)E9F8<9?)+;@G8 P)Q$RR$")'#.#%B)M,L$) /*"$)-$".#/$)+",.#&$"- E9)@;5);??;569)3=0?)1?98@?41<4=5)?9@=?C8)<=)801123)3=0?)-;>9<3)%9<)45)<4H9 !?99)&924D9?3)>=?)'=@;2)*?9;8 P)-%*N$)"$',/*R$"- (=0?)>99CF;@GI)1?=1=8;28);5C)806698<4=58);?9);11?9@4;<9C)<=)9580?9)J9) LOCH SPORT RSL WOMENS AUXILIARY 1?=D4C9) We will be holding our A.G.M. on Sunday April 18th at 3.pm. All positions will become vacant. Nomination forms will be available from the Sub Branch clubrooms. '&(&P% ->I (DED '?R?>"CI>UVIEE 'VAI Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 16 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 25 SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL TRADERS LOCH SPORT COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE Cnr. Graham Street & National Park Road, Loch Sport. Phone: 5146 0349 09.00 – 13.00 Monday to Friday – by appointment only. Providing Nursing; (including home nursing, wound care, welfare checks etc.) Maternal & Child Health Nurse, Allied Health Services including Podiatry, and Pathology (blood tests) on Mondays and Wednesdays. Lakeview Bar & Bistro Loch Sport Royal Flying Doctor – Mental Health and Wellbeing services also available by appointment BAR - BISTRO - BOTTLE SHOP every Monday morning. PH: 03 8412 0480 BISTRO OPEN WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY (CLOSED MONDAY & TUESDAY) Assistance and information on MAC and other home services while working towards other LUNCH 12 – 2PM DINNER 6 – 8PM visiting allied health services being provided in the future’. (BOOKINGS ADVISED - SUNDAY EVENING – PIZZA ONLY NIGHT) •Please note that not all services are available on all the days. WEDNESDAYS EVENING - LOCAL'S SPECIAL – CHECK FACEBOOK FOR DETAILS TAKEAWAY PIZZA AVAILABLE FRIDAY - SUNDAY NIGHT •Please note there is NO EMERGENCY SERVICE available at this site. BAR OPEN 7DAYS A WEEK FROM 11.30AM •In an Emergency dial 000 A great place to enjoy a cold drink, a meal, a coffee and a fantastic view. •The nearest Emergency Department: CGH, Guthridge Parade, Sale. The Lakeview Bar & Bistro courtesy bus is available for pick up and to get you home safely. PHONE 5146 0666 CENTRAL GIPPSLAND HEALTH EXERCISE CLASS The Loch Sport Health Centre on National Park Rd is currently running an exercise class with a qualified Physiotherapist on Thursdays. To attend you will need a referral from your doctor. Please contact the Rehabilitation Centre Sale Hospital for more information. Tel: 5413 8560 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 24 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 17 5 Generations of Loch Sport The epic adventure all began 42 years ago when Dave and Betty Ryan accepted a kind offer from a friend to treat their family to a weekend away to their holiday home. After a long journey through single laned dirt roads, they finally reached their destination, the tiny lakeside town of Loch Sport. After a weekend of swimming, fishing and shell collecting, it was obvious that this little place was a perfect respite from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne life. David (telling his family that he was only popping out to buy milk) came back with a large grin and happily announced that they too were now proud owners of their own holiday home of which they still enjoy today. As time went by and with each family member and friend that were invited down to take a break, they too fell in love with this quaint little town and soon bought property of their own, including grandparents, Ivy and Fred Hansford. Back in those days, all roads were dirt, there was no bakery, pub or shops apart from the small milk bar open for a few hours on the weekend, stocking only bare essentials. But the ever increasing clan of the Ryan and Hansford kids did not mind as their time was consumed with freedoms and activities that you could not do in a big city, like swimming, water skiing, boating and fishing. Feeding the kangaroos was always a highlight of the kids and not to mention the endless buckets of shells retrieved from the Ninety Mile Beach which occupied numerous hours of craft time for the kids when the weather was not good enough to swim. A pass time that is still enjoyed by the great grandkids even today. I don’t think that there would be a house in Loch Sport that does not have a homemade shell ornament adorning their shelves. The serenity of the place kept them all coming back though, not even the mozzies could keep them away. Looking back now they can proudly say that 5 generations of their family have come to know this place as a home away from home. Along with their 2 daughters, 3 granddaughters and 2 great grand kids, they still enjoy their Loch Sport family time together. With each generation Loch Sport has grown with them now offering more to do than ever before with new upgraded park facilities, shops and entertainment with Lake Victoria not only still home to the swimmers, sandcastle builders, boaters and water skiers but also accommodating for the new generations toys, like the jet skis. J & L Home Maintenance & Fencing Loch Sport continues to put smiles on all of their faces and hopefully will do for so for generations to come. Colorbond Fences Paling Fences Retaining Walls Pergolas Decks Call 0417 575 399 Registered Building Practitioners License Number: 16182 MEMBER Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 18 Loch Sport LINK - VOLUME 24 - Issue 2 - Page 23 COMMUNITY INFORMATION You are invited to attend our free Are you caring for a family member or friend in your local community? Be Connected mentoring sessions at Latrobe Community Health Service helps carers take a break from their caring role. The Carer Programs’ team provides flexible assistance through respite, leisure activities, help with home maintenance and events with other the Loch Sport Community House. carers. Wellington Carers can access this service if they look after a friend or family member who is elderly or has dementia, a mental illness or a life-limiting illness.Loch Sport Carers who are currently receiving services through Each session focuses on different aspects Carer Programs say it is the best thing they could have done. of digital literacy. To find out more about how Carer Programs can support you, Bring along your device - if you don’t have your own, let us know; phone Latrobe Community Health Service on 1800 242 696, to determine eligibility. there are spare devices available for use. St Marks Anglican EMERGENCY Completing Learn how to MyGov & PREPAREDNESS FOR Community Church Services online forms be safe online This session is designed to give ‘AT RISK’ RESIDENTS learners a practical understanding This session will provide those new This session will deliver practical Assistance is available for people who of what MyGov is & how it works. to online forms with the skills to tips to stay safe online, including 229 National Park Road are not receiving support services, are We will also address how it interacts complete various forms, & explain how to create safe passwords, frail, aged, isolated, have no family or with: Loch Sport the different elements of online avoiding scams, how to safely local support networks. forms such as: text entry felds & download information and what to • Centrelink • The ATO Loch Alive Christian Centre radio buttons. do if you suspect something has • My Health Record • Medicare Trained Red Cross volunteers can gone wrong. (Australian Christian Churches) This session will include applying If learners already have a MyGov assist with emergency planning for for your power saver government Thursday 15 April, 10am-12pm account but want to know more situations such as heat-waves, floods, bonus of $250, for those eligible. about it, they may want to attend 10.00am every Sunday storms and bush fires. (Please bring along a recent for a portion of the session. with Sunday School Activities power bill & concession card). Thursday 29 April, 10am-12pm For more information on eligibility and Thursday 8 April, 10am-12pm 101 National Park Road how to refer someone for this free Red Loch Sport St Marks Anglican Service Cross service, please contact (Cnr Bream & National Park Road) 10.30am, 2nd & 4th Sunday Sheryl McHugh, Catching up with Getting the most Getting the most out Wellington Shire Council family & friends out of your Android of your Apple mobile Pastor Pol Mijares Catholic Church Service 0447 908 193 Emergency Management team 1st Saturday of the month at 11am Whether it’s family across the globe, mobile phone phone 5142 3110 or grandkids at university, keeping in This session will provide simple This session will provide simple touch is one of the main reasons a lot guidance to basic controls & use guidance to basic controls & use of people want to get online. of laptop or desktop computers. of laptop or desktop computers. LOCH SPORT HISTORY GROUP This will be a great activity for a It includes turning on and off a It includes turning on and off a taster session, sure to see you easily computer, safe usage & how to computer, safe usage & how to There is now a facebook page to upload your old photos of Loch Sport. The aim is to gather the history of connecting with your loved ones open fles & folders. open fles & folders. online. Thursday 13 May, 10am-12pm Thursday 20 May, 10am-12pm Loch Sport back to the 50s for a future publication for the town. Ask to join the group and then scan and post Thursday 6 May, 10am-12pm photos and articles to Loch Sport History Group. The Loch Sport Getting back to basics It includes turning on and off a Community House is computer, safe usage & how to located at 55 National This session will provide simple open fles & folders. Park Rd, Loch Sport VIC ALPHA in Loch Sport hosted by Sale Baptist Church guidance to basic controls & use of Thursday 27 May, 10am-12pm laptop or desktop computers. 3851. To book a place, email [email protected], Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that explore the basics of the Christian faith. Alpha is for anyone call Pam on 0427 012 223. who is curious to explore the big questions of life, faith and meaning. The talks are designed to encourage conversation and explore the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment. Alpha will run over ten weeks. Each week there will be a short talk and a discussion where you can share your thoughts. There’s no pressure and no follow up. Alpha will run in Loch Sport on a Wednesday afternoon, starting on 21st April. For more details and to register go to sbc.org.au/alpha. Or you can phone/message Rhonda on 0412950449 for more information. Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 22 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue - Page19 Fishing reports LOCHSPORT FISHING ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED Ninety Mile Beach: Summer such as it was, has been and gone. Recreational fishermen made the most of the warmer weather Wind and heavy seas have been making fishing along the 90 Mile Beach rather difficult however we expect the over the holiday period and have enjoyed some pleasant fishing trips out on the lakes and down on the surf gutter to be well formed when the weather conditions ease. For the more determined fishermen, salmon and beach - it has been terrific to see so many fishermen out on the water. good flathead are still around and a few gummy sharks have been taken from wider out especially at night. The best baits for all species continue to be pilchard, blue bait and blue & silver poppers. The exciting news has been the wonderful catches of King George whiting in Lake Victoria since Christmas – top quality whiting have been in abundance, something the seasoned local fishermen say has not happened for Lakes & Rivers: 20 years or more. It seems that since the last of the commercial netters ceased operations in April last year, the sea grass beds have begun to rejuvenate all around the lakes and this of course, is the whiting’s preferred None of the 5 tagged black bream released into the lake at Loch Sport just before Christmas have been caught habitat. Equally exciting, is the number of juvenile whiting being caught and released – while many whiting so there is still “money in them there lakes”. come into the lakes to breed and then return to the ocean, many become resident and all indications are that The most exciting news is the number of prime quality KG whiting being caught at several spots on Lake the whiting are here to stay. Victoria (including towards Loch Sport). The sea grass beds appear to be flourishing in several areas so look for an area of healthy grass with sand patches in between – use pipis or mussels to catch a meal of these top th The inaugural Ladies “Learn to fish” Day” held on Saturday 20 February was a fantastic day. Jenny Allitt from class eating fish. Fishcare Victoria came along to run the educational sessions covering all aspects of recreational fishing, for both Some very good black bream are being caught close to the river mouths or upstream in the Tambo, Nicholson new and experienced fisher folk. Thirty local ladies were very appreciative of Jenny’s presentation and then spent and Mitchell rivers in particular mainly on vibe lures or peeled prawns. And the late mail is that there are large an hour practicing their casting skills with some help from LSFA members. Judy Harley organised the day and schools of Eastern King Prawns at spots all around the lakes, many of which are in the 60gm range, very big everyone went home with a fishing “Glam Bag” full of goodies. As soon as the current wild, windy & wet weather for a prawn. So all we need now is few calm days before we go and get some dinner. calms down a bit, Judy will be organising some fishing sessions down on the 90 Mile Beach so the ladies can have a real fishing experience. We then held a night fishing event on the 90 Mile Beach at Loch Sport. With the beach lit up with a bank of searchlights, the beach at night looked spectacular and with the BBQ fired up, it was a very enjoyable experience for the hundred or more keen fishos who participated. LSFA donated two surf fishing combos as prizes, one of which went to Jarred Conyers for his 34cm flathead and the other went to Danny Hilleson for her meritorious efforts. It was an experience not to be missed and will be on again next year. The next event is the Annual Kid’s Fishing Experience Day on Saturday 10th April (the middle weekend of the Easter school holidays). The 2020 event had to be postponed firstly due to the bush fires and was ultimately cancelled due to COVID so we are back up and running with Fishcare Victoria coming again to run the educational sessions for the kids. We are also hopeful that some of the local agencies will take part, such as the SES, Gippsland Ports, Paynesville Coastguard, etc. The Victoria Fisheries Authority and VR Fish have already provided material for the show bags and LSFA will be putting on a BBQ for all who attend. So make this a big day out for the kids on the lake beach in front of the Lakeview Bar & Bistro starting at 10.00am. LSFA members were invited to attend a function recently at Metung to celebrate the first release of dusky flathead under the stocking program being managed by Victoria Fisheries Authority as part of the “Gippsland Lakes Fishery Recovery Plan”. This plan was announced earlier this year by the Minister for Fishing & Boating, the Hon Melissa Horne and the release of 165,000 fingerlings into the Gippsland Lakes is very exciting news LSFA members call in at the release event on their for all recreational fishermen and will no doubt lead to a significant increase in fishing-driven tourism into the way to Lakes Entrance to support the local traders Lakes region. Following this event, 28 LSFA members in 10 boats travelled on to Lakes Entrance for a very enjoyable fishing weekend, as we also did last year, to support the Lakes Entrance businesses who are still doing it tough after the January 2020 bushfires and then the COVID restrictions that have adversely impacted the tourism sector operators. In the meantime, keep in touch with the latest local fishing news and updated event details via the Facebook page “Loch Sport Fishing Association” or via our website www.lochsportfishingassociation.com, which also now has the link to the new beach webcam and weather station. This system has been running in test mode for several months and now that formal agreement has been reached with Parks Victoria and the traditional owners, it will be installed down on the 90 Mile Beach and switched on. Minister Horne releasing fingerlings with VFA Scientist Brett Ingram, LSFA Secretary Craig Holland, Frank Milito from Aquaculture and VFA staff. Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 20 Loch Sport LINK - Volume 24 - Issue 2 - Page 21?RD