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his year in Trafalgar, Aus- gram at Trafalgar High involv- tralia Day will see more ing a boat building project, and Taward recipients than ever this program has seen young before. It is a great achievement people go on to volunteer at the to have so many amazing volun- Holden Museum. Both Glenys teers in the Community of Tra- and Michael were surprised and falgar. It highlights what a great humbled to be recipients of the town Trafalgar is, with a wonder- Citizen of the Year Award. They ful sense of community, and with feel like they have really only so many people willing to lend a “represented all volunteers” and hand as the need arises. the amazing work that they do. This years’ Citizen of the Year Billie Pilch is a busy mum, yet recipients are Glenys and Mi- over recent years has been dedi- chael Brennan, and Billie Pilch, cated to serving the community. with William Hornstra receiving Billie has been member of the the Youth award recipient. Trafalgar Community Develop- Glenys and Michael Brennan ment Association, and assisted have both worked tirelessly to with the Red ‘Welcome’ Bag help others. Glenys was nomi- project. Billie established the Tr- nated and received an award afalgar Facebook page in 2013. earlier this year from Andrew’s Billie has also served on the House for her wonderful volun- Trafalgar Kindergarten Com- teer work there. Both Glenys and mittee which raised almost ten Michael have volunteered at An- thousand dollars for the Kinder drews House and at the Trafalgar through Trivia Night, Twilight Op Shop, where Glenys is cur- Markets and in-house fundrais- rently President. ing, and continues to represent The work from the Op Shop the Kinder. in turn supports the RSL, the Arts Billie has been a great con- Centre and the Trafalgar Youth tributor on the Trafalgar Play- Group, as well as may other great group Committee, where she is Youth award recipient William Hornstra with Citizen of the Year recipients Billie Pilch, Glenys and Michael Brennan, standing with Cr causes. The couple also help at currently serving as Secretary. In Darren Wallace the Trafalgar Youth Resource 2016 Billie was also on the Tra- Centre, which they believe is very falgar Primary P&F Committee. fundraising, where she has It takes a special kind of person standing young man with a long cil (SRC) for the past two years important to the town, and where Billie has also been an impor- raised many thousands of dol- to relate to others, and have the list of achievements. From Dux and gone on to be the regional they feel a little bit of attention tant part of the Battle of Trafal- lars for local community groups. great organisational skills to of Commercial Rd Primary in representative at the State Execu- and time, go a long way. Glenys gar Committee over the last two Fundraising is a diffi cult area, carry out great fundraisers. 2011, William began what would tive SRC. In 2015 William rep- and Michael also volunteer at the years, carrying out a great Trivia especially in a small town where Billie was quite overwhelmed be a stellar career at Trafalgar resented Trafalgar Rotary club in Holden Museum. Night, raising funds for the festi- often many businesses are ex- by her nomination and very High in the H Class accelerated MUNA Michael has been running val. hausted by the many community thankful to the community. program. William has been on an amazing mentoring pro- Billie’s specialty is certainly groups looking for donations. William Hornstra is an out- the Student Representative Coun- CONTINUED PAGE 3 Major CFA incident in Traf Colin Proctor ust three days into the new a chute at the bottom of the silo, were recorded, and that a red year, the CFA and other emer- with water being applied to avoid glow from coals inside the silo Jgency services were called to ignition. A fi ve hundred meter could be seen. a big job in Trafalgar. A little af- exclusion zone was declared and For safety, fi refi ghters needed ter eight o’clock in the morning, an advice message issued. to wear breathing apparatus. As smoke was noticed coming from Throughout the day and the day was warm and the work a silo at Reid’s Stockfeeds on Wa- night, Trafalgar Brigade’s new of raking out the hot smoking terloo Road next to the railway Thermal Imaging Camera (pur- material in full protective cloth- line. Residents had been noticing chased largely with publicly do- ing was demanding, many other a strong odour for several days. nated funds from collection tins Brigades were turned out to as- Trafalgar Pumper was fi rst at IGA and Cafe Obsession) was sist. on scene and was faced with used to monitor fi re tempera- A Hazmat (hazardous materi- about forty tonnes of stock feed tures from the CFA’s ladder plat- als) vehicle came from Hallam concentrate which had heated form appliance above the silo. and other units from as far as up and was smouldering and Trafalgar Brigade’s Lieutenant Frankston, Yallourn North and fuming. Trafalgar Tanker arrived Brian Mynard was on the plat- Traralgon. next, and a plan was made to re- form and said that temperatures lease the material slowly through of up to 270 degrees Celsius CONTINUED PAGE 2 CFA and other emergency services working at Reid’s Stockfeeds on Waterloo Road Page 2 — Traf News February 2017 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar February 2017 — Page 3 EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR How many of us marked International Volunteer Day? New sports complex for high school $2.3 million state govern- had made a genuine commitment “The school masterplan has a students the facilities they deserved n fact, how many of us know legal sanction for their actions. Dear Editor, The Ernst & Young report the same price for energy as ment grant is set to deliver to the social infrastructure of Tra- design for a new centre. and create work for local trades- that in 1985, the United Na- In some cases, records must be says the majority of potential Mildura! Meanwhile in the dairy STILL Aa new sport and gymnasium falgar. “There are a set of plans on the people. Itions General Assembly retained for seven years to main- Could Barnaby bestow a federal benefits are not anticipated to industry, farmers are taking a big RELEVANT facility at Trafalgar High School “It is the only indoor sports drawing board,” he said. The Trafalgar High School established 5 December as a day tain protection for volunteers agency on Gippsland? result in material economic hit on farmgate milk prices. TODAY that also will serve the wider com- facility in the town; it’s a great re- However, Mr Freyne admitted project has been on the school’s for volunteers and volunteer-sup- without whose input organisa- advantages for society…the munity. sult for the school and the town”, there also was scope in the proj- agenda for some time. ported organisations to celebrate tions would cease to exist. Deputy PM Barnaby Joyce is cash cost to the government But instead of trying to lure Premier Daniel Andrews an- he said. ect for the money to be used for a Member for Eastern Victoria their efforts and to showcase the relocating the Australian Pesti- could be significantly higher whole agencies holus bolus, Cicero, nounced the long-awaited funds The secondary school gymna- redevelopment of the ECA centre. Region Harriet Shing said the cur- difference they make in their Being a volunteer carries cides and Veterinary Medicines than the estimated economic could Gippslanders take a more in 55BC, wrote: during a visit to Gippsland in late sium (ECA centre) was unusable The premier’s announcement rent gymnasium at the Trafalgar communities. risks. Thankfully there are Authority (APVMA) with 270 cost of $23.19 million. measured approach? My sug- November last year. for about four months this year was part of a $5 million investment school was cordoned off and un- many in our community who jobs from Canberra to Armidale. gestion is that you suggest a “The budget should Trafalgar High School assistant because of structural issues. in primarily Latrobe Valley schools. able to be used by the school or Volunteering Australia esti- understand and are prepared to This is clearly a case of a hub and spoke model. In other be balanced, the principal John Freyne said the Mr Freyne said repairs to the But Trafalgar gets the lion’s community because of its dilapi- mates there are over 6 million volunteer. It fl ies in the face of the ma- Deputy PM getting his own words, keep the HQ in Canberra treasury should be money would provide a much- building enabled it to be reinstated. share of the $5 million allocated dated and unsafe state. jor study by Ernst & Young that way. Indeed he has also suc- but have research spokes in needed new facility not only for But, he said, the $2.3 million as part of the $266 million Latrobe Ms Shing said the works were Australians who volunteer their refi lled, public debt time in some way or other to In our community, every day concluded: ceeded in relocating the Gippsland e.g. in fi elds where the school but the whole Trafalgar announcement would now allow Valley support package. on the school’s wish list and she Trafalgar High School assistant principal John Freyne (centre) was keen contribute to the community. is volunteer day. Research and Development the region has national standing should be reduced; community. the school to deliver a better facil- Mr Andrews said work would had worked closely with Mr Freyne to thank premier Daniel Andrews and Member for Eastern Victoria “Overall, the analysis of costs Corporation from Canberra to such as agriculture, environ- the arrogance of Mr Freyne said the government ity for the whole community. get underway immediately to give to achieve the grant. Region Harriet Shing for the government’s $2.3 million commitment to Without volunteers life would Volunteers submitted the and benefi ts associated with the Wagga. ment, forestry and energy. These offi cialdom should a new gymnasium to be delivered at the school for the whole town FROM PAGE 1 Australia Day Awards be much poorer. Think of a com- overwhelming majority of relocation of the APVMA to Ar- Gippsland certainly has some spokes could be incorporated be tempered and part of the Australia Day celebrations. (Model United Nations Assembly), amazing motto, for such an amazing munity with no sporting clubs, articles in this issue of Traf News. midale has found that the eco- claim to similar treatment. It has within the Federation Univer- Consequently, no award was present- controlled, and the and also received the Long Tan lead- young person in our community to fi re service, churches, scouts etc. Much of the work to produce and nomic benefi ts for the Australian suffered major job cuts in the sity campus and state-funded ed in that year; it being held over for a assistance to for- ership Award in 2015. have. distribute the paper is done by economy associated with moving energy and timber industries nodes like the Ellinbank Dairy few months until Australia Day 2008. High house prices eign lands should William represented the state Congratulations to all of the Over the years, the role and volunteers. Many of the stories in the APVMA from Canberra to for two decades. Now it’s fac- Research Centre. This could cre- 2005 Dr William Ferguson Youth Congress in both 2015 and award recipients, and on behalf he price of larger family increase of $5000 on the previ- Mr White said three bedroom responsibilities of volunteers every edition of Traf News report Armidale are modest…the stra- ing more job cuts with the Ha- ate valuable synergies and a real be curtailed, lest (posthumous), Judy Bishop and running voluntary organisa- the work of volunteers contribut- tegic and operational benefi ts of zelwood Power Station closure. vibe. Rome will become 2016. William was the 2016 Trafal- of Trafalgar, thankyou for your 2006 Mick Bourke homes in Trafalgar are ous three months but still a far houses, units and apartments tions have become more com- ing to the life of our community. having the APVMA operate out of And local companies can’t gen- Welcome readers’ thoughts. bankrupt. People gar Lions Youth of the Year. William contribution to our community. Dorothy Hoare Texperiencing a mini price cry from the seven-fi gure prices in country areas also showed represented the Trafalgar district in boom according to an analysis now common in many Mel- strong growth. plex. Government at all levels Armidale appear to be limited. erate as competitive advantage Rod Brown, must again learn 2007 No award has increased regulatory re- In this issue we report on because they’re forced to pay Canberra the Shire Youth of the Year Awards, Previous winners 2008 Ray Harris and Ernie Taylor by the Real Estate Institute of bourne suburbs. Gippsland towns where to work instead of Trafalgar Community Develop- (posthumous) quirements. Controlling bodies the Australia Day Awards made Trafalgar and Victoria in Canberra at Victoria late last year. REIV chief executive of- some of the highest gains were ment Association (TCDA) com- 2009 Walter Sholl, Eileen Sholl of sporting clubs require more each year to recognise people living on public the Nationals Schools Convention in The report covering the Sep- fi cer Geoff White said family achieved in the September quar- IT’S TRUE menced the Trafalgar Citizen of the 2010 Frank Gridley comprehensive reporting. Insur- who have made an outstanding Editor’s note assistance.” 2016. tember quarter states that Tra- sized homes were highly popu- ter included Heyfi eld (up 15 per Year in 2005 to recognise people Helen Robinson ance companies require certifi - contribution to our community. When submitting letters to the editor please include The British city of Evidently, we’ve William also represented Tra- 2011 Sheila Ferguson falgar was one of fi ve regional lar across the State as buyers cent to $276,000) and Bairns- who have signifi cantly contributed to cation on many issues to main- full postal address, email address and contact Birmingham has falgar as a Regional Ambassador in (posthumous), Darren Wallace locations where the price of a looked to secure larger proper- dale (4.6 per cent to $250,000) learned nothing the Trafalgar community. tain cover. Traf News congratulates them number. Your privacy will be respected, your details more canals than 2016 at the Regional Youth Council 2012 Dr James Brown, Tiffany Viney, four-bedroom house showed ties. for three bedroom houses. over the past 2,072 The award originally included the Sarah Hartnell (Youth Award) double-digit growth. Trafalgar was bracketed with The median price for units on their work. won’t be printed in the paper. Venice. Summit. William represented Tra- years! provision for posthumous awards, 2013 Jean Huffer, Laurie Huffer, Zac The actual median price of Broadford where the rise was and apartments in regional areas No longer can organisations Source: mX News falgar High at the Australia Day and Remembrance Day celebrations in and in 2011, the youth award was Wallace (Youth Award) a house of that size sold in the 15 per cent, White Hills, Kilm- rose 2.9 per cent to $269,000, run on a voluntary basis rely on Our heartfelt thanks also go 2014 Jackie Neale, Georgia Farrell 2016. added. July-September period in Tra- ore and Ballarat North as the Wonthaggi outstripping that fi g- a common sense approach to to every other member of the (Youth Award) In 2005 and 2006, the award falgar was not stated but across regional centres with the great- ure with an increase of fi ve per govern their activities. As society community who gives their time, William is the incoming School 2015 Robin Sefton, Glenn Rodda, was presented as part of the Battle regional Victoria the REIV said est increases for four bedroom cent. in general has become more li- skills and experience on a vol- Major CFA incident in Traf Captain for 2017 at Trafalgar High Lydia Jacka (Youth Award) School. William wants to see “fair- of Trafalgar festivities in October. The the fi gure was $435,000, an properties. Source: Warragul Gazette tigious, volunteers have become untary basis to make Trafalgar a FROM PAGE 1 2016 Mark Judd, Troy Oates ness in life and justice for all”. An TCDA decided in 2007 to have it as (Youth Award) more exposed to the prospect of better place to live. Career staff and volunteers from the staff at Reid’s was built around the base of the Incident Controller Captain worked closely together, and much appreciated. hopper and the release of the Danny Mynard said that the other emergency services com- A Watch an Act message was hot material begun. Water was material contained more than bined to get the incident under later put in place advising peo- applied as it came out, and the ten chemicals (including control. Victoria Police, Ambu- ple to stay indoors, turn off air bund retained the mixture. In- phosphorus) so advice had to lance Victoria, State Emergency conditioning and heating, close dustrial vacuum trucks from be sought from scientific spe- Congratulations to the Class of 2016 Service, the Environmental windows and avoid returning to waste disposal company Dasma cialists. Protection Authority (to advise town if possible. sucked up the cooled grain and As the concentrate could Your wonderful academic results and your contributions to our school and the community on avoiding waterway con- Motorists were asked to additives and disposed of it at only be released and cooled reflect the true spirit of St Paul’s. We wish you every success for the future. Luke G Adrichem CPA 5 Contingent Street tamination), the fire service’s turn off car air conditioning Dutson Downs. fairly slowly, it was after mid- Kevin J Jennings CPA PO Box 118, Trafalgar, 3824 Scientific Officer and Baw and close windows when driv- Drains were blocked as night before the emergency T: 5633 1455 F: 5633 2250 Baw Shire all played important ing through town. A ‘bund’ a precaution and air quality workers could pack up their Dux of St Paul’s OUR HIGHEST ACHIEVERS – ATARS OVER 90 Lucio G Viggiano CPA roles. 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Adam Smetana DEADLINE ADVERTISING CLOSES - THURSDAY 9 FEBRUARY ATAR 99.00 ARTICLES CLOSE - TUESDAY 14 FEBRUARY stpaulsags.vic.edu.au FIND US ON FACEBOOK MARCH EDITION: Page 4 — Traf News February 2017 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar February 2017 — Page 5 Scouts off to a promising 2017 Holden museum set to expand By Jenny Heggart Leah Mether t may look like a derelict The museum features a vast The EJ Premier model ve- really taking off as more and Book fair month and ceremonies. These were the Newborough Joey Mob. She also had to earn achieve- was presented with his 1st Trafal- Looking forward to 2017 industrial area for now, but collection of Holden cars and hicle was built on 25 October more people began to pur- Trafalgar’s annual Book fair is followed by an enjoyable meal, This included a campfi re and a ment badges on special interest gar Group Scarf and his scouting The weekly activities begin in the plans are underway to build memorabilia from the com- 1962 and is on loan to the mu- chase vehicles.” st I being run by the 1 Trafalgar shared by all. It was great to see sleepover at the Trafalgar Scout topics. A further requirement membership badges. fi rst week of February. Anyone a new shed at the rear of Trafal- pany’s early days as a leather seum from Holden until early The EJ was the first Holden Scout Group this year. We are all our youth members together Hall. was to organise a short hike for Phoebe Hicks has been with enquiries about their chil- gar Holden Museum to expand goods manufacturer, to the March 2017. car to be built featuring a pre- extremely grateful to the former enjoying a great night out. Micah also had to complete a group of cubs. working with the joeys in the dren joining Joeys, Cubs, Scouts, the town’s premier tourist at- present day. Trafalgar Holden Museum mier model and also the first to members of the Lioness Club of an individual badge, the Prom- past, but will commence as an Venturers may contact our Group traction. The museum was started by committee president Neil Joiner have seatbelt anchorages. Trafalgar who passed this fund- Joey Scout Promise ise Challenge Badge. This in- Leader news assistant leader in the Scout Leader, Tiffany Viney on 0407 051 Land behind the current mu- Mr Joiner, who renovated the said the car was built at a time “It had the last of the grey raiser onto our Group when the Challenge Badge volved him learning more about Tom Beachamp has been volun- Section this year. We also wel- 265. seum site has been cleared to old dairy factory to house his when Holden’s popularity was motors and sold for $2102 as Lioness Club closed. The fi rst special badge presented the Scouting Movement and its teering as an Assistant Leader at come Craig Moon who will be Tiffany would also like to hear make way for a new 28 x 18 me- collection of classic and vintage skyrocketing. an original brand new car,” Mr The Book Fair will be held at the break up was received founder, Lord Robert Baden venturers throughout the year. an assistant leader in the joey from anyone who would like to be- tre shed, big enough to house Holden vehicles. “It took them 10 years - from Joiner said. on the Saturday, 11March at the by Micah Hicks. He has earnt Powell. He was formally invested into this Section. come a Leader in any of our four more than 40 vehicles. 1948-1958 - to make the first “Holden built 154,811 of Trafalgar Scout Hall from 8am the joey scout Promise Chal- role at the break up night. He sections. Come and join the fun! According to Trafalgar Hold- One millionth Holden half a million cars; but only four these vehicles and production until 6pm. This is the Saturday lenge Badge, which is the high- Zara earns her Grey Wolf en Museum committee presi- at Trafalgar museum years to make the second half grew to 600 per day. The EJ was of the long weekend. Come and est badge a member of the joeys Zara Hicks was presented with dent Neil Joiner, the future is The one millionth car built by million,” Mr Joiner said. exported to 46 countries.” browse our hall full of second section can earn. He had to the Grey Wolf Award, which is the exciting for the volunteer run fa- Holden is currently on show at “The economy was develop- The one millionth car built by Holden – a 1962 EJ – is currently on hand books. There will also be participate in Joey Mob activities highest award which a cub Scout Trafalgar Urban Design cility. “We’re expanding so that Trafalgar Holden Museum. ing in 1962 and the Holden was a sausage sizzle and drink stall designed to fulfi l the Care and can achieve. She had to com- we can display and store more display at Trafalgar Holden Museum available on the day. Share Challenge, the Environ- plete 3 levels of badge work to Framework Phase 3 cars,” Mr Joiner said. ment Challenge, the Adventure earn her Bronze, Silver and Gold Consultation Opening Soon “We’d love to be able to have 2016 Break up night Challenge and the Mob Buddy Boomerangs. The ‘Boomerangs’ every model of Holden ever built In early December all Sections Challenge. include learning about health on show at our museum, but to of the Group combined for a The Mob Buddy Challenge and fi rst aid, ropes, navigation, Following two rounds of community and stakeholder do that, we need more space.” St Paul’s VCE results 2016 family BBQ and break up night. was achieved by Trafalgar Jo- maps and hiking. consultation during 2016, the draft Trafalgar Urban Design Mr Joiner said the plan was to The evening started with awards eys doing joint activities with Framework (UDF) has been developed in response to the build the new shed this year. By Paula Walland feedback submissions received. “It will be a big job, but once it’s finished it will be bril- he 2016 Dux of St Paul’s behind Amanda were Andrew Sophie Fontaine of Hernes There are several examples 20 per cent of the state. liant. We’ll be able to rotate ve- Anglican Grammar Gourley of Warragul (98.5) Oak (96.85), Lachlan Jacob of students who, with support, This year’s cohort plan The draft Trafalgar UDF includes recommendations for hicles around more easily and T School is Amanda Fon- Rochelle Rajasingham of War- of Warragul (96.55), Kellie have triumphed over family and to study a diverse range of future development in the town centre, improvements to really provide visitors with an taine from Hernes Oak who ragul (98.45), Oliver Adams Maybery-Reupert of Warragul personal hardships to achieve courses from Medicine, streetscapes and public spaces, changes to a number of enhanced and expanded experi- achieved an outstanding ATAR of Warragul (97.95) and Jack (96.1) and Massimo Santucci impressive results. Science, Commerce and intersection treatments on Contingent Street to improve ence.” of (98.85). Shaddock of Warragul (97.9). of Crossover (95.35). In all 13 students achieved Criminal Justice to Music, Amanda completed English Other high achievers in- Amongst those achieving an ATAR over 95 (12 per cent) Nutrition and Fine Arts. pedestrian and vehicular safety. Design guidelines for new Trafalgar Holden Museum Language, Biology, Chemis- cluded: Claire Thomas of above 90 are a number of in- and 24 students achieved an The next few weeks will be commercial and residential development have also been opened in October 2014 and try, Mathematics Methods, Warragul (97.8), Michaela spiring success stories from ATAR over 90 (22 per cent). an exciting time for students prepared and proposed within the study area. was recognised last year when French and in 2015 VSL Ger- Rutherford of Darnum (97.7), students whose hard work The percentage of students who now await offers of places it took out the Tourism Award man. Amanda is planning to Maeve Dowty of Cloverlea and perseverance has enabled who achieved an ATAR of over at a range of university and Council will open a third consultation at the Bendigo Bank Gippsland study a Bachelor of Medicine (97.25), Kate Chesterton them to exceed their own ex- 80 was an impressive 48per TAFE institutions, seek employ- Have Your Say Business Awards. and Surgery at Monash. Close of Glengarry West (97.05), pectations. cent, placing them in the top ment or travel overseas. opportunity during February 2017, including a drop-in session in Trafalgar where residents and business owners can view the draft UDF document, ask questions and provide feedback. Please visit Council’s website during February So much more than great results! 2017 for more information.

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They are proud of the they’re on the road, or diverted of theft items from unlocked merous offenders for criminal amount of theft from motor ve- joined Kidsafe Victoria’s car parks located in the vicinity 2014 and 31 August 2015, Am- underdeveloped nervous system communities they serve and pre- to the Warragul Police Station or unsecured vehicles matters including five offenders hicle offences, these offences B‘Do Not Leave Children In of shops, post offi ces, medical bulance Victoria paramedics res- places them at greater risk of fer to proactively get involved in which is manned 24 hours. ƒ Three thefts of motor vehicles for theft of motor vehicle, theft of are committed by opportunistic Cars’ campaign, to help protect centres, hotels/pubs, clinics and cued 1,433 children (under 13 losing fl uid quickly, becoming problems to resolve issues early, From a policing perspective ƒ Three were burglaries trailer and drug related offences. criminals who target unlocked children from being left in life parks in the following townships: years of age) who had been left dehydrated and suffering from rather than reacting to situations - in the previous month 38 inci- ƒ Police and the community This relates to a recovered stolen vehicles looking for cash and threatening situations.  Drouin, unattended in a car. heatstroke”, said the Mayor. when things have gone too far. dents involving criminal offences are looking for help and in- golf buggy and motor vehicle in valuable items that can be sold The partnership with Kidsafe  Neerim South, On a typical Australian sum- “The clear message is, if you If police assistance is re- were reported in the Trafalgar formation regarding all above Coalville. on easily. Victoria will see Baw Baw Shire  Trafalgar, mer day, the temperature inside have to leave the car, even for a quired immediately, no matter response zone. Of those: incidents. Arrested and remanded in This is one of the easiest of- Council raise awareness of the  Warragul and a parked car can be 20 to 30 minute, always take your chil- how minor, please ring 000. If it ƒ Three were family violence During that time and amongst custody a 24 year old male of- fences to prevent, to avoid be- dangers of leaving children unat-  Yarragon degrees hotter than the outside dren with you.” is a matter that doesn’t require incidents with assaults, crimi- other things, Trafalgar police fender after a domestic dispute. coming a victim yourself, ensure tended in cars through the instal- Mayor of Baw Baw Shire temperature, which can be dead- Jason Chambers, General By Brian Dalrymple immediate police attendance or nal damage or intervention also: Issued numerous infringe- you remove all valuables from Funny Sign lation of signs in Council owned Councillor Joe Gauci highlighted ly for a young child. Manager of Kidsafe Victoria, is a general enquiry, please call orders were taken out on Executed a number of search ment notices and notices re- your vehicle and most impor- car parks. the seriousness of the issue, not- “It is vital to recognise chil- commended Baw Baw Shire rafalgar Police Station is 5633 1188 and this call will ei- behalf of the aggrieved family warrants at local addresses, seiz- quiring defective vehicles to be tantly, keep your vehicles locked, Council for their proactive ap- staffed with one Sergeant ther be answered locally, divert- member by police. ing evidentiary documents. repaired. even when in your driveway. proach in tackling a very impor- Tand three Senior Consta- A Little Patch of Country tant issue. bles. It is a ‘non’ 24 hour police “The support of council will station in the Baw Baw Police ensure that messages about Service Area (PSA), and assists See our great range of the dangers of leaving children in servicing the Baw Baw Shire Council tackles noxious weeds in cars are spread to all local area along with the Rawson, back to school fabrics! parents, carers, families and Warragul, Drouin and Neerim aw Baw Shire Council has management, both in preserving Roadsides to be targeted for ton Road, Lardner Road, Main Additional roads may be ABC and 123 community members, as well South Police Stations an addition been successful in sourc- the habitat quality of conservation blackberry control this year in- South Road, Cathcart Road. added if there is a particular Perfect for reader bags and school cases! as visitors to the municipality to this we provide assistance to Bing State Government areas and to support productive clude: ƒ Buln Buln, Neerim, Jindivick: concern, depending on funding – messages which could save a Moe Police when required. funding for the control of noxious farm management. ƒ Yarragon and Trafalgar: Sunny Cazalys Road, Mizpah Settle- availability. 63 Princes Highway, Trafalgar child’s life.” Geographically the Trafalgar weeds on council managed road- “Together with Council’s Creek Road, Thorpdale South ment Road, Nayook to Pow- “Council is also planning Ph: 5633 2311 Mr Chambers encouraged Police response zone is bor- sides this season. funding contribution to the road- Road, Rogers Road, Allam- elltown Road, Elton Road, follow-up control on previously other councils to follow suit and dered by the western side of Mayor of Baw Baw Shire side weed control program, the bee Childers Road, Allambee Neerim East Road, Fraser treated roadsides as part of an join the campaign to help raise Moe, the eastern side of Darnum, Councillor Joe Gauci welcomed success of this ongoing program Childers Road. Spur Road, McDougals Road, ongoing maintenance program awareness of the dangers of leav- the Willow Grove and Hill End ar- the news of the funding and said has resulted in an overall cost ƒ Mountain View to Seaview: West Jindivick Road. with a total of 387 kilometres ing children unattended in cars. eas to the north, the Thorpdale, it will further assist Council to reduction in weed treatment per Hazeldean Road, Bona Vista ƒ Darnum, Trafalgar, Willow of roadsides included for treat- Kidsafe Victoria and Baw Baw Narracan and Childers area to tackle the particularly problem- kilometre from $512 to $238. Road, Cloverlea Road, Pe- Grove: Darnum Shady Creek ment”, said the Mayor. Shire Council would urge anyone the south. atic Ragwort and Blackberry “Contractors have been en- tersons Road, Grand Ridge Road, Tripp McDonalds Road, For further information about who sees a baby or a toddler left The main populous areas weeds found on various road- gaged to spray blackberries on Road, Ferndale Road. Waterloo Road, Hunts Road, Council’s roadside weed manage- in a car on their own to raise the include the townships of Trafal- sides throughout the Shire. nominated roadsides during the ƒ Drouin, Athlone, Drouin Spillway Road, Araluen Road, ment program, contact Council’s alarm and call authorities. gar, Yarragon, Willow Grove and “Noxious weed control is a months of December to April”, South: Invermay Road West, Factory Road, River Connec- Natural Environment Team on Information about the Thorpdale. vital component of Council’s land said the Mayor. Jones Road, Higgs Road, Wal- tion Road. 5624 2411. campaign and the dangers Trafalgar Police’s operational of leaving a child unattend- role is called ‘General duties’, ed in a car is available via and the work includes daily re- www.kidsafevic.com.au sponse patrols, road policing, CEO to take up position with Service Victoria warrants, files, and supervision duties – attending a wide variety aw Baw Shire Council’s gram of over $114 million across passionate about.” sense of personal and profes- to start Warragul Streetscape of calls for assistance all hours Chief Executive Officer, the last four years, including the Ms Anstis said it was a dif- sional pride and cited a number works.” of the day/night. BHelen Anstis, has an- delivery of the Warragul Leisure ficult decision to move after six of projects that she was proud of. “Above all else it has been my There is generally a two nounced she will leave the or- Centre Upgrade, capping of the and half years in Baw Baw and “Baw Baw has been one of the privilege to lead and work beside member response unit on shift ganisation in early February to Trafalgar Landfill and many while settling in a new Council. most challenging and rewarding such a dedicated, talented and on most days, and the police take up the position as Executive bridge and road improvements.” “The timing isn’t perfect with positions in my career and there committed team of staff who can station is open according to Director, Corporate with Service “Helen’s new role is with the new Councillors settling into are many things to be proud of. I be proud of the exceptional work ‘on road and station’ priorities. Victoria. Service Victoria, which is based their role, however, they are a believe that we have secured the and quality services they provide When Trafalgar is not working Speaking on behalf of all in Footscray and closer to her very capable group and I leave Council’s financial sustainability, to the Baw Baw community,” said other patrol units within the PSA Councillors, the Mayor Council- family. I understand that Ser- behind a talented and experi- transformed the efficiency of our Ms. Anstis. Her final day at coun- attend to calls for assistance in lor Joe Gauci said that Council vice Victoria is embarking on a enced executive team and staff business and delivered an envi- cil will be 8 February 2017 fol- the Trafalgar Response Zone. was disappointed to be losing transformational program to im- who will be able to work with able capital works program, in- lowing the Council meeting. The team currently working such an accomplished CEO like prove customer interactions and the Councillors as they guide the cluding key projects like the Dr- Cr Gauci said an interim Chief at Trafalgar have worked in local Ms Anstis. experience by simplifying and organisation over the coming ouin Civic Centre redevelopment, Executive Officer would be ap- areas from the Latrobe Valley to “I am proud that with Helen, modernising essential govern- months.” the Warragul Leisure Centre, the pointed and the recruitment pro- the outer south eastern suburbs we have been able to deliver an ment transactions using digital Ms Anstis said she was leav- Warragul Station Precinct, Dr- cess will be determined once the of Melbourne for many years and exceptional capital works pro- technology, something Helen is ing Baw Baw with an immense ouin CBD works and the soon Council resumes in February. Libraries gain eSmart accreditation By Maida Anderson

ibraries across West natural progression,” said West appropriate behaviour, use of shops for families from Febru- Gippsland are now ac- Gippsland Regional Library the Corporation’s e-resources ary to March across the region. Show your love for Dairy With a sausage sizzle, take home milk, a visit credited eSmart libraries Corporation Chair Cr. Mikaela and privacy. Guest speaker Greg Gebhart and our Dairy Farmers by from a cow and activities for the kids as well as L entertainment from 11.00am by Colin Lane (Lano & Woodley). through the Alannah and Mad- Power. The Library User Guidelines from the Office of the Chill- attending our family fun day. eline Foundation. “The internet is a great place were also updated and put on dren’s eSafety Commissioner Enjoy an afternoon in support of our local dairy farmers. The eSmart Libraries Pro- to learn, be creative and stay display in every Library, along will offer practical strategies to TH gram assists libraries to inte- connected, but with one in sev- with information sheets pro- keep young people safe in the W F McArdle SATURDAY 18 FEBRUARY 2017 FOR MORE INFORMATION grate cyber safety into their daily en Australian children suffering duced by Telstra that focus on digital world. BARRISTER & SOLICITOR CIVIC PARK DROUIN visit: www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au operations and equip library from cyber bullying each year, different aspects of staying safe The workshop in Warragul (in conjunction with the Drouin Rotary Market) users with skills for smart, safe it’s important that we invest in the digital world. will be held on Wednesday, 15 or contact the Economic Development For all your legal needs: 11.00AM TO 1.00PM or Events Teams on 03 5624 2411 and responsible use of technol- in giving our communities the An internet safety page has February from 5:00 -7:00pm ‚ Criminal 73 Princes Highway ogy. skills they need to be respon- also been added to the Corpora- More information about ‚ Conveyancing “The Corporation offers a sible and safe online.” tion’s website, offering tips and the workshops can be found at ‚ Commercial Trafalgar 3824 range of technology-focussed As part of the accreditation links to key organisations. wgrlc.eventbrite.com.au or by ‚ Family Law Phone 5633 3478 programs, free public PCs, gam- process the Corporation has To celebrate gaining accredi- picking up a copy of the latest ‚ Wills and Probate ing consoles and Wi-Fi, so be- updated key policies to include tation the Corporation will host What’s on guide at your local Legal aid clients welcome coming an eSmart library was a clauses relating to cyber safety, a series of cyber safety work- library. www.waynemcardle.com Page 8 — Traf News February 2017 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar February 2017 — Page 9 Successful Lions Club swap meet Disturbing facts about family violence By Greg Sephton Carolyn Richards

ions Club arranged the the BBQ & canteen were non- At our final meeting for 2016 e tend to think it hap- causes another to live in fear. We know there is a need for swap meet on 20 Novem- stop busy! the following presentations pens to someone else Often we hear comments of more services and supports for Lber 2016. It was a lovely The stall holders were wind- were made to local community W– someone we don’t ‘why doesn’t she just leave him’, male victims and this is something sunny day, just what the Lions ing down by noon and our mem- groups from the money raised at know unless of course it is hap- ‘she must have done something that is constantly reviewed and we club needed for their Swap meet bers were kept busy cleaning up our swap meet held on Novem- pening to you. Family Violence to deserve it’, or ‘he’s a great are starting to see extra support be at Trafalgar Recreation Reserve. until 2:00pm. ber 20th. 2016. is indiscriminate. It does not guy, there is no way he would put in place to support both male SEEKING The work began the previous With another crew coming in $1500 to Rod Cheatley, sec- exclude people who have pro- treat her that way.’ Women who victims but also male perpetrators day with a dedicated crew get- on Monday morning to leave the retary of the Recreation Reserve fessional roles, have money or leave their partners are often with the hope of ending the cycle COMMITTEE MEMBERS ting the signage out and prepar- ground clean and tidy. committee, the money was for are prominent in the commu- at a much higher risk of harm, of violence. ing the ground for the Sunday. The Lions Club wish to thank maintenance on the oval to im- nity; it goes across all socio- they do not know what he is A big change is needed and that Sunday started at 5:00am for the Rec Reserve committee and prove the ground for the cricket economic groups. thinking, what is his mood, is going to have to come through Do you want to contribute to Trafalgar’s paper by some of us, manning the gate, the other ground tenants for and football clubs and the cost One woman is killed in Aus- where is he at any given mo- education and growing our chil- parking the sellers on the oval their support for the day which of emptying the skip bin, full of tralia by a partner or an ex-part- ment. dren to have an understanding of being part of its committee of management? (some sellers had arrived on is a major fund raiser for the rubbish from the swap meet. ner almost every week. Intimate Leaving is difficult, compli- what healthy relationships should Traf News needs two people to fi ll its complement Saturday afternoon!!) and get- Club. Trafalgar scout Group leader, partner violence is the leading cated and there is fear in terms be. of committee members. ting the BBQ and canteen under- Some of the money raised Tiffany Viney earned $1200 for contributor to death, disability of what will lay ahead. Quantum is funded to provide way to feed the multitude. from the activity will be donated the scout group by running the and illness in Victorian women Should she be the one to family violence services to women As a committee member, you will be part People soon started arriving back to the Recreation Reserve canteen at the swap meet. Finally aged 15-44. Children are pres- leave if it is his behaviour that is and children residing in Baw Baw, and with the oval three quarters- committee to enable them to $500 to Melanie White repre- ent in one out of every three impacting on the family? Many Latrobe and Wellington Shires and of a group that plans the future of our paper. full of sellers there was plenty to carry out remedial mainte- senting the Trafalgar Junior family violence cases reported women who are in violent rela- received 1390 Police reports for look at. The weather was per- nance on the oval to improve the cricket club to enable the club to to police. tionships just want the abuse to the 6 months of July – December The role is involved with the administration fect, the crowd numbers were ground for the cricket & football purchase cricket balls and safety Women and girls with dis- stop. They often love their part- 2016, 249 of these reports were of Traf News Incorporated, the body that our paper excellent and the members at Clubs. helmets for the players. Busy day for Lions at Recreation Reserve abilities are twice as likely to ner and state he can be a ‘good for families residing in the Baw experience violence as those person’ or he is a ‘good dad.’ Baw Shire. belongs to. without. Three women are hos- Good dads do not hurt their If you are in a life-threatening As a committee member, you are not involved in the pitalised each week in Australia partners – no matter what the situation phone 000. If you are Zero carbon communities project with a traumatic brain injury situation is like at home. Physi- experiencing family violence actual publication of our paper. That responsibility caused by their partner or ex- cal and sexual abuse is a crime phone the National Sexual Assault sits with our editor with support from the editorial partner. The numbers are stag- and the police will and do act if Domestic Family Violence Service for Baw Baw gering. they are made aware of family on 1800 737 732 or Quantum Sup- committee. By Malcolm McKelvie Family violence is not just violence. port Services on 1800 243 455. physical abuse. It includes any Men do also experience If you feel your behaviour may If you need further information, hat would it be like to the next 10 years. behaviour which is threatening, family violence. The statistics be violent towards your partner please contact Mick Bourke: live in a home that has This will bring great benefits coercive, or controlling, emo- clearly show that males are and would like to talk to someone, Wno energy bills and is to the area with many jobs doing tional and psychological abuse, more at risk of harm from other phone the Men’s Referral Service 0409 512 672 more comfortable? What if all useful, beneficial work, reduced sexual assault, financial abuse males, and unfortunately much on 1300 766 491. your neighbours did the same? power bills, more comfortable and economic control, social of that statistic is predominantly To lodge your expression of interest, And imagine if all business and buildings as well as showcas- isolation; any behaviour which children and youth at risk. email: [email protected] Volunteers busy preparing BBQ at Swap meet industry were accessing afford- ing Baw Baw as a leading com- able, reliable renewable energy munity, taking action to address from their own roof or from a pollution. larger local generation facility? Our initial steps will be to What kind of community gather baseline data on the Jesse Ablett, Ian Southall, Inge Mitchell, Jim Little, Imogen Judd, scale renewable energy is best use of gas and electricity in the Mal McKel, Andrea Fisher and Raj Mahinar suited to our area? A core shire, engage the community in group of locals are pondering the process and draft an imple- these and more questions and mentation plan for the on the WIRED ONE we’d love to hear from more ground works to happen over people who are keen to get in- the coming decade. ELECTRICAL volved. There’s a lot of work ahead • Domestic • Commercial Baw Baw Sustainability Net- of us and there’s no doubt plen- • Rewires & Additions • New Homes work based in Yarragon, Be- ty of hurdles to jump and pot • Energy Efficient Lighting Solutions yond Zero Emissions and Baw holes to avoid. If you’d like to • Installation of TV Antennas & Additional Outlets Baw Shire Council are collabo- get involved please make con- rating on a project aimed at our tact with us: region of Baw Baw reaching email [email protected] Ph: 0427 299 271 Craig McGarrity - [email protected] Rod Cheatly accepting the cheque from the club president Ian Bosma zero carbon emissions from our or call us on 0417 364 615 REC 24340 use of electricity and gas over #

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Example of image and message combination. Page 10 — Traf News February 2017 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar February 2017 — Page 11 New start at Traf Primary for 2017 By Margaret Darvill THS Presentation night he year 2016 is now just a of being a school captain is open David Wombat Lyons memory, summer holidays to all interested year five students, Tare all but done and a new with the process being a learning s the 2016 year came to give a speech, below is his mes- for the teachers and the staff of ademic or successful but rather school year is just around the cor- experience for all who aimed for, a close, Trafalgar High sage to the community: this school who have given their an attribute that we hold as a ner. and put the work into applying ASchool held its presenta- “Good evening everyone, as time so generously is immea- society. For we are privileged Welcome, welcome back, sala- formally for one of the positions. tion night where Students and you may have heard my name is surable. Furthermore, I must enough to live in country where mat dating to all students, families Katie K, Molly, Noah and Flinders their families from all year lev- Steven Thomas and I was nomi- thank my fellow classmates who education is not only available and teachers. impressed the panel (2016 els gathered at the Moe Town nated valedictorian of the class have not only motivated me to to us but easily accessible and Welcome to the Preps of 2017. school captains Harry, Joel, Alyssa Hall to see a range of awards of 2016. My journey through do my best but also allowed me this is far too often forgotten. As They’ll have many new experi- and Ruby and Principal Mrs Sha- presented from subject honors, high school has been both an to break free from the stress of a society we need to see school ences to absorb and routines to ron King) and have taken up the encouragement awards to spe- enlightening and wondrous ex- schoolwork and enjoy the fi nal as an opportunity rather than a learn as they start the next steps baton of leadership this year. cial awards in Music, Drama, perience where I’ve made life- year of my schooling. burden and to all the students in their educational journeys. Wel- 2017 also sees the appoint- Sport, History and the Dux of long friendships and developed I see the valedictory as not here tonight I plead, please ap- come also to all new students and ment of a new principal for TPS, the School award. an enthusiasm and passion merely a celebration of aca- proach your education with the families – we hope that your time as Mrs King has decided to take The 2016 Dux was Steven for learning. Attributes which demic aptitude but also a com- determination and enthusiasm at Trafalgar Primary School (TPS) her leadership journey along a Thomas who gained a VCE ATAR shall aid my futures endeavors memoration of one’s dedication that you give to the other aspects meets your expectations. An excit- different path. Mr Cameron Nich- result of 97.7, Steven was also no matter where life takes me. to their education. However, I of your life. Because education ing, focussed, and engaging year of olls was appointed at the end of the 2016 Valedictorian and at Now although the teachers will believe that dedication to one’s is the most powerful weapon learning is planned for everyone. 2016, and was introduced to TPS the presentation night, Principal say that this award is earned by schooling should not be seen as which you can use to change the Congratulations to the school families at the end of year Concert Jane Mersey invited Steven to the student, the gratitude I have an attribute held by only the ac- world. Thank you.” captains for 2017. The opportunity on the Green. At right: School captains for 2017 from left to right Molly, Katie, Noah and Flin Principal Jane Mersey and Steven Thomas with his valedictorian award Probus ready for a big year ahead John Attwell Christmas food drive he final event for Probus her life as a Governess around the She has written a book and will for you with ‘Fun, Friendship and David Wombat Lyons for 2016 was the Christmas Oodnadatta area in the 50/60s. Di come back to our club to tell us the Fellowship’ in our club”. Tluncheon which was held at was just 17 and living in Adelaide second half of her time there after AGM coming up in March aptain Andrew Walton of The Student leadership also the Students and Scouts for the the Traralgon Winery with nearly in comfortable surroundings when the book is published. Her talk was Another Probus year is close the Salvation Army Moe, thanked the youth members of work young people were doing 70 members enjoying themselves. she decided she wanted to go and fascinating and we hope her book to finishing and our elections will Cvisited Trafalgar High the 1st Trafalgar Scout Group, to assist people in need across The meal was great and there were see what ‘the outback’ was. is published soon. be held in March. Our Committee School in late December to col- where cubs, scouts, joeys and the local area. a few free raffle prizes handed out She applied for and got a job has several nominations but there lect donations Students and Staff ventures (the different age by Santa who was kept very busy. A as a governess on a sheep station. New Members a few positions yet to fill so if any had gathered from across the groups of scouting) came to- Ute load of food – L to R: Captain great day was had by all. Only 25000 acres which was not We have started the year off with members are considering a posi- community for families in need gether to assisted towards the Andrew Walton from Salvation too big. There was no ‘Pink Road- the induction of two new mem- tion please speak to our secretary this Christmas. Ute fi lling goal. Army Moe, Tamara Oates – 1ST Oodnadatta experience house’ then as most people will bers being Jeni Kennard and Jean or another committee member so During the handover, School Collection points were estab- Trafalgar Scouts, Jemma Viney – Our guest speaker for January was know the place now. Francis. Tina Phipp our President that you can nominate before the Captain Bayley Marslen said “at lished by the school in the com- Trafalgar Venture Unit, Tiffany Di Kramer who travelled down Di is a genuine outback Aussie welcomed the ladies by saying “we annual general meeting. New members Jeni Kennard and Jean Francis with Tina Phipps this time of the year it was good munity including the Northern Viney- group leader 1st Trafalgar, from the Ballarat area to talk about after many years around the area. look forward to many years ahead our President for the students of the school Baw Baw Mobile Library unit Anneliese Henderson- student community to come together of the West Gippsland Library leader, Bayley Marslen – school to provide food for a person Corporation and the Trafalgar captain, William Hornstra- stu- Alan acknowledged for or family in need and we are Australia Post Offi ce. Captain dent leadership, William Semple pleased the Salvation Army Moe Andrew Walton acknowledged Year 8, Caleb Semple Year 8 and will be able to distribute these the community approach to this Adam Semple Year 8 outstanding music contribution items.” years can drive and thanked By John Stevens ROCKTOTS Fun music and movement classes surprise afternoon of jazz for 2 - 4 year olds. and swing music was re- New Principal at St Joseph’s Play percussion instruments, sing, Acently held to acknowl- dance and dress up. edge Trafalgar’s Alan Clark and By Glenda Mynard Friday morning at: his contribution to music in the local area. s St Joseph’s school starts spaces for the middle and senior Trafalgar Park Bowls Club, Ashby Street. PRICE MATCH Alan and Nola Clark, together the new school year, we students, as three old classrooms More information phone Anne with a large gathering of their Awelcome 22 new foun- have been refurbished. We look 0408 918 594 musician, jazz enthusiast and dation (Prep) children as they forward to a happy year of learn- WE CHECKED close friends were treated to an commence their formal educa- ing and fun with friends and fam- afternoon of superb toe-tapping tion. ily. WE MATCHED swing and jazz music played by We also welcome Mrs Trish Alan’s own Swing Combo band in Mulqueen to our school as our Trafalgar Anglican Church multi- new Principal. We were fortu- purpose centre on Sunday, 15 nate to meet Mrs. Mulqueen last January. year when she fi lled the role of YOU WIN The afternoon was organ- Acting Principal during Term 3 New ised as a surprise tribute to John Stevens and Alan Clark in their impromptu ‘end swapping’ keyboard duet. Other band members and the community is looking Baw Baw Arts Alan’s contribution to music in are Jack Pretty on double bass, Ian Christensen on clarinet, and Bill Lawler on drums. Photo: Coralie forward to her enthuastic leader- the Gippsland community: as a Knight ship at St Joseph’s. Alliance Market committee member of the Moe/ Our former Principal, Lidia 9am - 1pm, 1st Saturday of the month Latrobe Valley Jazz club; as a pre- play keyboard, and Fay Brydon president of the Moe/Latrobe some wonderful stories and re- Goodwin, has retired after Nine October to March senter of a regular jazz program was featured as guest vocalist. Valley Jazz Club together with flections from earlier times - and years’ service to St Joseph’s com- HMS Victory Park/Trafalgar Railway Station on Community Radio Station 3 During the afternoon Dave several of his jazz club commit- the highlight of the afternoon was munity. She was committed to Live Music, BBR FM; and in recognition of Drummond played cornet in a tee members; Marg Hendrie, when Alan took his place at the encouraging and supporting the many other ways he has ex- bracket of numbers, and Ian president of the Victorian Jazz keyboard and played with his all students to be independent Demonstrating Trafalgar IGA tended encouragement, support Esplin - a drummer in an earlier Club who is also a regular pre- Combo. learners, deep thinkers and Artists, 5 McCrorey Street Trafalgar and guidance to individual musi- band with Alan - sat in to play senter on the 3BBR Jazz radio In the final number Alan problem solvers. All excited new Prep students at St Joseph’s Arts activities cians. drums. program; and Coralie Knight/ invited John Stevens to play We wish her well in her re- from left clockwise: Stallholder applications being accepted Ph: 5633 1124 Members of Alan’s Swing Approximately 50 guests at- Gizycki - also a 3 BBR FM Jazz an impromptu ‘end swapping’ tirement. Cathleen Ryan is also Natalie Griffi ths and Summer Parise Combo included Ian Chris- tended in appreciation of Alan’s program presenter. keyboard duet with him which welcomed as a new classroom Volunteers needed tensen on clarinet; Jack Pretty on community work in the music The afternoon was an ab- brought the house down and teacher. Contact Wendy Hitchins on 0407 710 180 double bass; and Bill Lawler on world and in Trafalgar generally. solute delight from start to fin- rounded off a very enjoyable and Students and Staff are very drums. John Stevens ‘sat in’ to Guests included: Bruce Lawn, ish combining great music with most memorable afternoon. excited to have new learning or [email protected] Commemorating those who fought in World War 1

1778 Gerald Michael Hogan Percy Hilsley 127 James Gleeson When he enlisted at Trafalgar Born at Deloraine, Tasmania, James was born at Brunswick on 15 January 1915, Gerald Percy was aged 30, married and when he enlisted at was a labourer aged 22 years and working as a labourer Trafalgar on 18 February 1915, and 7 months who had been when he enlisted at Trafalgar he was an unmarried labourer born at Bungaree. He declared on 1 February 1916. He had aged 30 years and 7 months. he had experience in the Light previously been rejected Horse and was assigned to the because of his teeth. He embarked for overseas service second reinforcements for the on 8 May 1915 with A Company rd 24th Battalion and was assigned Percy trained at of the 23 Battalion and on 30 raf News is commemo- to the ANZAC force at Gallipoli Broadmeadows and spent August proceeded to Gallipoli rating those soldiers on 30 August 1915. time in hospital before being where he served until the Twho fought in World discharged as medically unfi t evacuation in late December. War 1 by re-producing the Gerald transferred to the on 30 June 1916 with “Chronic front page of their enlistment Provost Corps as a member of Bronchitic Asthma”. James arrived in France at papers. the ANZAC Police on 3 April the end of March 1916. In Recorded at the National Ar- 1916, was appointed Temporary the following months he was chives, the list will be pro- Corporal on 25 January 1917 repeatedly disciplined for offences duced over the course of the in Egypt and Temporary such as being absent without remainder of this year and into Sergeant on 21 June 1917. leave, neglecting to obey a next year. general order, failing to answer Anyone wishing to get infor- After the War ended, he was tattoo roll call, and drunkenness. mation on their own relatives, approved for non-military Punishments totalled 94 days of may do so by going to http:// employment in England. He Field Punishment No. 2 and 14 discoveringanzacs.naa.gov.au/ departed for Australia on 3 days Field Punishment No. 1 . browse/ and then searching September 1919 and was under ‘Places’. Type in the discharged on 17 November On 20 March 1917, during town the person was born at or 1919. an enemy attack at Noreuil, living in, and then click on the he suffered a gunshot wound town when the map appears. In 1919, his application for to the chest and left arm. After A list of all those recorded for his medals states he was a treatment in hospital in England, that town will appear, and the hairdresser and tobacconist he departed for Australia on 22 reader can then select the ap- living at Nar Nar Goon. In 1967 July 1918. propriate name. Gerald was living at Oakleigh. James was discharged as medical unfi t on 1 November 1917.

1938 Frank Hillman 3308 Rochefort Andrew Hume 242 John Hulley A Bank Accountant aged 29 years and 11 Hitchins John was born at Thornton and months, Rochefort enlisted at Trafalgar on 11 was a labourer aged 27 years Frank was born at Pakenham March 1915. He had been born at Elsternwick and 9 months when he enlisted and was aged 20 years and and had served with the Light Horse at at Trafalgar on 2 January 1915. 1 month when he enlisted Trafalgar. at Trafalgar on 22 February He served with the 13th Light 1916. He had previously been He was posted to the 6th Field Ambulance as a Horse Regiment, which was rejected because of his teeth. He Provisional Sergeant on 20 March 1915 and raised at Broadmeadows was a farmer and named his served in Egypt before proceeding to France in March 1915, landed at mother Julia of Hill End as his where he arrived on 27 March 1916. next of kin. Gallipoli on September 1915 and evacuated on 20 December Rochefort transferred to the 23rd Battalion 1915. Frank embarked for overseas as a Sergeant on 17 February 1917, was service at Melbourne on 8 July appointed a 2nd Lieutenant on 6 March and In Egypt, the 13th light Horse 1916 and marched in to the promoted to Lieutenant on 29 June. 15th Training Battalion Camp was broken up to provide a divisional cavalry squadron 26 at Larkhill England on Battle honours awarded to the Battalion for each of the 2nd, 4th and 5th 31 August. He was taken on during his period of service included th Divisions. These units proceeded strength by the 59 Battalion Bapaume 1917, Bullecourt, Ypres 1917, to France in March and June in France on 5 January 1917. Menin Road, Polygon Wood, Broodseinde, 1916 before being reunited as Poelcappelle, Passchendaele, Hamel, Amiens, the ANZAC Mounted Regiment Frank was killed in action Albert 1918, Mont St Quentin, Hindenburg in July. during a heavy bombardment Line, and Beaurevoir. on 8 February 1917 and is On 8 July 1916 John was buried at Bancourt British In early 1919 Rochefort was permitted to evacuated to hospital in England Cemetery. travel to the UK for non-military employment having been diagnosed with and he studied at the North of Scotland Tachycardia. On 4 May 1917, Agricultural College at Aberdeen. john embarked for Australia where he was discharged on He was mentioned in Sir Douglas Haig’s 24 August 1917, suffering from dispatch of 16 March 1919 and recommended Rheumatic Heart Disease. for the French Medaille de la Reconnaissance.. In 1933 he was working at Rochefort returned to Australia on 6 Rubicon with the State Electricity Septermber 1919. He died on 25 December Commission. John died on 8 1952. June 1948. Page 14 — Traf News February 2017 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar February 2017 — Page 15

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We all had an idea that we chaps have got themselves into were going to Ferry Post, but trouble, 3 or 4 of them got down Sun 14th none of us knew just where it on some beer that was lying in a Going on Guard. was, l was surprised when it truck by the railway siding. Cpl Robertson who was to take proved to be across the canal, Are you confused about your medications? Do you find it hard to keep up with the different names and times of the day to take them? Come in and speak to us today about a MedsCheck!* A MedsCheck is a government funded initiative that allows you to have one-on-one time with your pharmacist to discuss all there is to know about your medications. We will sit and chat with you for approximately 30-40mins about how they work, side-effects and better medication management. 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This vital information may give us a some pretty interesting answers in the process. and Cleopatra.” 3 February - A Desirable Movement by Kenneth Boyles, of Trafalgar. Ken is employed by his father in the Vigil Mass: 6pm (Saturday) Year celebrations. Presents have been hint of his continuing success. His resolutions are What follows is an example or two of some price- “Robert Louis Stevenson got married and The reports of annual encampments of boy scouts in this and other well-known plumbing and hardware fi rm of Boyles and Son. In the M First Saturday Devotions: Mass at 9.30am. exchanged at K-Mart and Target and other places. simple and he states that, “I am not going to sleep less errors made by students from years past. went on his honeymoon. It was then that he wrote districts has focused some attention on what is a wonderful organ- Motor Mechanics section, Grade IV, 90% passes were gained by two Exposition and Reconciliation 10am-11am There will no doubt be a boost in the recycling with Elle McPherson this year and I’m going to They appear in a book written and researched by Travels with a Donkey.” isation. The abolition of military training meant a ‘loose end’ of the Trafalgar lads – Alan Jenkins and Ian Pattle. Saturday Night Mass 6.00pm industry activity for a month or two. Apart from give Father Christmas one more chance.” the author Antony B. Lake. “ Joseph Haydyn had a lot of will power. He spare hours of many lads. The scout troops step into the breach, and 28 February – Blind Soldiers Visit Trafalgar all else we wouldn’t miss the festive season for You can decide for yourself whether he enjoys His book is called ‘A Pleasury of Witticisms died in 1809 and is still dead.” Sunday Mass: 10.00am (2nd/4th Sunday) do much to mould character. An absence of discipline can only have Fourteen members of the Blinded Soldiers Bowling Club and their quids, and we will soon be thinking about it all a gag or two but about ten years ago he was in and Word Play ’. He insists each one is an au- “Bach was the most famous composer in the Weekday Masses: 9.30am (Tuesday to Friday) harmful effects. It is essentially a non-militaristic organisation, though wives were entertained by members of the Trafalgar Bowling Club at over again. hospital for an operation and he asked the doctor thentic blunder – not a made up wisecrack. To world and so was Handel.” Each Wednesday after Mass: Exposition should circumstances compel the citizen to become a soldier, the the local green on Tuesday afternoon last. During the afternoon four We can still hear the Carols ringing in our how long it would be before he could have sex save space we will omit the questions and simply “Paganini was a famous fiddler. He fiddled Second Wednesday Devotions: Exposition, reconciliation benefi ts of scout training are invaluable. There is every reason why all ears and we enjoyed the constant theme of peace. again. The doctor assured him it would be fairly give you the answers. It’s hopefully not difficult to with many of the greatest singers in Europe.” rinks were played and the visitors astounded the locals with their un- and annointing of the sick, Unfortunately they didn’t get around to singing soon and not to worry, but he admitted it was the imagine the questions. The answers are referred citizens should support this movement. canny skills which won them three games. Later a social evening was after mass. the last verse which may have told us where to first time a patient had asked him that question to as ‘Schoolboy Howlers’. So here we go – please Having started with Christmas it may be ap- The Age of Electricity held and items were given by the visitors and Dick Winters and the find it. We do know that many parents remem- about a tonsillectomy. remember each of the following is one answer to propriate to close this nonsense with a ‘Thought St Jarlath’s Yarragon, Rollo Street Brock Brothers of Trafalgar. Sunday Mass: 10.00am (1st/3rd/5th Sunday) bered the good old days when a stocking could As a precaution the good doctor did suggest one question, and not related to any others. for Christmas’. There can be no doubt now as to the popularity of electricity over actually hold what a child wanted for Christmas. our good friend could resume his romantic life as “Zanzibar is noted for its monkeys. The Brit- Do you know what would have happened if all for lighting and power purposes. At the inception of the Yallourn The ‘Trafalgar News’, February 1987 Transport availability, Neighbourhood Outreach, New Year means lots of noise and fireworks, soon as he could climb two flights of stairs with- ish Governor lives there.” it had been three wise women instead of three scheme, the possibilities consequent on an ample supply of cheap 11 February – Brigade Equal Second Home visiting Please phone Julianne now at the parish office on 5633 1166 not to mention the routine of making dills of our- out becoming winded. As soon as he got out of “Trigonometry is when a lady marries three wise men? They would have asked for direc- “juice” were dwelt on. So far there is only very limited installation on Trafalgar Urban Fire Brigade took out equal second placing overall selves with New Year’s resolutions which mainly hospital he moved to a unit on the ground floor. men at the one time.” tions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, farms, but in time this is bound to be different. Meanwhile, the State at the Eastern Districts Fire Brigades Demonstration at Mornington go unheeded within about three days at most. By the time this issue of the Traf News is avail- “The Magna Carta provided that no free man cleaned the stable, made a casserole, brought Electricity Commission is busy linking up far parts of the State with the There is however an acquaintance who told us able; our wonderful teachers will be back at should be hanged twice for the same offence.” practical gifts and there would be peace on Earth. recently. They picked up a fi rst placing in an eight runner hose and Yallourn scheme. UNITING CHURCH that he has made the same two resolutions for the school preparing the next generation to be smart- “Homer was not written by Homer but by Keep smiling - BASIL reel ladder event, third in a fi ve man hose and ladder, fourth in a six Rev Chris Duxbury, Phone 5633 1047 last three years and has had success every year. er than the current one. In the process they will another man of the same name.” 17 February – Fire Danger man hose and ladder and fourth in a B class fours hose and ladder. So far the people of Trafalgar have not got the insurance benefi ts Marijuana Seized expected in consequence of the installation of the town water supply. A plantation of fully matured marijuana plants growing in the Yar- St Andrew’s Uniting Church,Trafalgar Mosaic exhibition at This is because there is no fi re brigade. Therefore, there should ragon area were seized by Warragul police on Monday night. Police be a good attendance at a public meeting in the Mechanics’ Institute Service times 9.15am Sunday arrested a man and a woman in the raid. The value of the crop was Alternative Worship 2nd Thursday of every month, 7.30pm next Monday night to take the necessary action to form a brigade for Trafalgar Art gallery estimated at $300,000 ($695,800 today). Chin-Wags 1-3pm every 1st & 3rd Wednesday the safety of the town. Sunday school 9.15am 3rd Sunday of the month The Gippsland News, February 1957 Stationmaster Retires Trafalgar’s veteran railway man, Norm Rouget had a send-off by many Chill Time Afterschool to 5.15pm Wednesday Sue Jacka 7 February – New Football Coach of his railway mates and townspeople at the Trafalgar R.S.L. Club on From a number of applications the Trafalgar Football Club fi nally ap- Thorpdale Uniting Church Friday night. After nearly 22 years as stationmaster at Trafalgar and 41 Service times 11am Sunday pointed Bill Milroy, who last year played with Carlton in the V.F.L. He years on the railways which has seen him work in nearly every corner Bible study 7.30pm each Thursday Humility and grace DID has been appointed at 28 pounds ($840 today) per week. Milroy has of the State, Norm knocked off for the last time at the end of January. played 97 games with Carlton. He was vice-captain of the “Blues” in YOU KNOW? 18 February – European Wasps St David’s Uniting Church, Yarragon umility is not ing consumed by our 1955 and in that year he won the best and fairest award in the Carlton Service times 9.15am 1st, 2nd and 4th Sundays Reflection The West Gippsland Health Group will make information available very ‘sexy’ to own needs or agenda. team. The new coach is 6 ft. 3 in. (1.9m) and weighs 14 stone 7 lbs Contempory Youth Service 5pm 3rd Sunday. Shared tea to local residents regarding the eradication of European Wasps. This Hmany people Humility is not about (92ks). to follow because social currency thinking that we are not Caters for all dietary options move came after Chief Health Surveyor Bill Stephens delivered his re- these days is all about as good as others, but Scotch Lass to Teach at Trafalgar East port to Narracan Shire Council on Monday. “The cost of getting rid of achievement and being about believing that ev- Gluten Free, Lactose Free New teacher at the Trafalgar East State School, Miss Nitta Young, is a the wasps is skyrocketing up to $50 ($116 today) which is a lot for a ANGLICAN CHURCH successful. Many peo- eryone has a contribu- newcomer to Australia, having come from “Bonnie Bonnie” in Scot- Elisabeth Smoorenburg, mosaic artist at the gallery Vegan, Vegetarian & More pensioner or person on a fi xed income”, Mr Stephens explained. Mr Rev Sue Jacka, Phone 5633 1021 ple’s perception is that tion to make and mak- land. She is a relative of the Barrett family of Trafalgar South, and has Stephens said he had sought fi nancial assistance from the Government 0409 757 170 or [email protected] rafalgar Railway Station From February 1 to April 2 humility is the antithesis ing sure we help each “THE HEALTHY EATING ALTERNATIVE” accepted a position as stated above with the Education Department. but it was the attitude that it was an Agricultural Department problem. Artspaces have recently A number of the artists rep- of popularity and ac- other to discover it. Enter our beautiful garden 14 February – Feast of Band Music been a hive of activity as resented in the exhibition, Elisa- complishment. It can be quite pain- “SLIME” Removed St Mary’s Church, Trafalgar T Including “EDIBLE GARDEN” Steady and continuous rain from 9 a.m. till after mid-day did little to members of the Baw Baw Arts beth Smoorenburg, Tini Cook, However, it seems ful to exercise the hu- Parents of the children who wrote the word ‘slime’ on the wall of the Sundays: Holy Communion and Sunday School Alliance presented a programme Barb Gogerly, Faye Rankin and to me that we all like mility we need to take FOZIGOBBLE CAFE STORE YARRAGON help those responsible for the staging of the Massed Bands’ Display Trafalgar Public Hall have come forward and have offered to pay to 9.30am of art activities designed by the Shirley Dean are members of the gracious people- those on board criticism listed to be held at the Trafalgar Recreation Reserve on Sunday af- Open 7 days a week have the paint removed. Wednesdays: Holy Communion, a quiet service 10am National Gallery of Victoria. Yarragon community and for- who can admit to mak- and to look at pos- ternoon. Guest band of the day was the Caulfi eld Citizens’ Band with from 6am to 5pm 25 February – Trafalgar Lions Fun Run Cuppa and conversation 10.45am Inspired by the National Gal- merly of Yarragon, Alene Bonser. ing a mistake and not sible changes, but it former Trafalgar resident, George Matheson as drum major. A total of 96 runners braved the elements recently to compete in the lery of Victoria’s summer exhibi- The group has worked on a try to blame others; is the way to growth 5634 2853 Other bands attending were Bairnsdale, Maffra, Morwell, Pak- tions, John Olsen: The You Beaut number of themes for the past those who freely praise whether personal or in Trafalgar Lions Clubs eighth annual fun run. Winner of the event was JAFFAS after school program 3.30 - 5.30pm www.fozigobble.com enham, Traralgon, Warragul, Leongatha, along with the Trafalgar Country and Atelier: Viktor&Rolf year; hot and cold, seasons, the contribution of oth- an organisation. Hu- Rob Gilfi llan who is one of Australia’s leading steeplechase runners. Working with BBSN representatives. for Kids, kids and families have abstract, work inspired by an ers to a group project; mility, along with kind- After winning the event for six years, local champion John Duck fi nally created John Olsen-inspired artist, portrait and one colour. those who make us feel ness and self-control, Len Won in One Round met his match. He fi nished 10 seconds behind Gilfi llan. St Mark’s Church, Thorpdale drawings and paintings and These have enabled an explora- at home, valuable and is described as a fruit At the recent Trafalgar Agricultural Show, one side show in particular First Sunday of the month: 8am Queens Scouts designed their very own paper tion of visual elements as well as who listen to what oth- of God’s Spirit work- Trafalgar featured a girl who did the “dance of the seven veils” and another, a Breakfast after service. fashion accessories, stimulated encouraged skill development. ers have to say. ing within us. When we The number of Queen’s Scouts in the Trafalgar area increased by 75% Dental Care girl wrestler who threw out a challenge offering a one pound note by Viktor and Rolf couture fash- The exhibition is an excellent It takes true humil- think about humility on Saturday night when three recipients of the award were named. ($30 today) to any man in the tent who could kiss her. Well-known ion. example of the development of ity to be able to be gra- as a means of enabling The three, Bronwen Geppert and Peter Mynard, of Trafalgar, and Carol local identity, Len Battley, accepted the challenge and when he and his St Mark’s Church, Yarragon In the Station Gallery, Yarra- artists who have regularly cri- cious. It means looking change and growth, it Butcher of Newborough, are the fi rst Queen Scouts to be named in gon the Baw Baw Arts Alliance tiqued each other’s work. out for the needs of becomes much more “opponent” moved out from their respective corners it was very no- First Sunday of the month: Service 8:30am Trafalgar in fi ve years. All three awardees are members of the Venturer Mosaic Group is presenting an Don’t miss this inspiring ex- others rather than be- appealing. ticeable that Len had a defi nite weight advantage. The girl soon found Other Sundays: Holy Communion 8.30am eclectic range of mosaic work in hibition that reinterprets the an- Unit of the 1st Trafalgar Scout Group. this out too after Len had pinned her to the mat and with gentlemanly Tuesdays: JAFFAS after school program 3.30 - 5.30pm an exhibition aptly named Nip- cient genre of mosaics and gives tactics planted a kiss on her cheek. Apparently Len knows a bit more Trafalgar Rodeo pers and Chippers. it an exciting modern twist. about this “kissing the girl” game than many of the younger lads about Top women barrel racers will race local motor bike riders in this the town as the next young man to try his luck quickly landed fl at on year’s Trafalgar Country Stampede rodeo at the property of Max and Servicing all your electrical needs Eligible kids may be entitled THORPDALE WESLEYAN his back. “Oh, for the good old country shows”. Maisy O’Brien on 7 Mile Road, Trafalgar, on Saturday evening. Ac- to a $700 benefit to be used tion at the rodeo will include bull-riding, saddle bronc, team roping, METHODIST CHURCH AMG ElEctricAl 21 February – 100% Pass for Locals Rev Frank Lees, women’s barrel race, bareback, steer wrestling, steer roping and ju- Rec 18348 on selected dental services Examination results of Warragul High School pupils in both second- Phone 5634 6413 or 5633 2758 nior barrel racing. Tickets are $6 ($14 today) for adults, $3 ($7) for ary and technical sections refl ect the highest credit on them and the 0402 949 424 pensioners and $2 ($5) for children. teaching staff. 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DEPI articles selected by Greg Turner Richo travelling the world By Leighton Gibson Farming News ecently Helen and l em- then came the problem of how to est from local people during my barked on a 12 week driv- keep her interested and motivated photo opportunities. Ring tour of the Northwest to follow us each day. Whether it was on a lonely USA and Alaska, British Columbia What l decided to do was to beach at Ocean side in Oregon, or and Alberta. take Richo, my garden gnome the painted Lake at Oysooyos in Nothing remarkable about on our trip and present our daily British Columbia, or the Headwa- Cattle producers look out for pinkeye that, but given that l had been email from Richos point of view, ters of the Missouri River at Three through a vigorous regime of as his first taste of overseas travel. Forks, Montana. The exploits of ith hot and dry weath- tors such as dust and fl ies may cancer treatment and surgical re- It worked an absolute treat, Richo were a popular part of Em- er conditions being enhance the spread of the building procedures it was prob- with her remaining glued to our ersons day and the twenty or so Wexperienced across disease. ‘Attention should also ably amazing that l could manage progress fo the entire trip. friends l also shared his trip with. Victoria, the Department of be taken not to confuse pinkeye it. I quickly began to enjoy taking So after 19000 miles of driv- Primary Industries (DPI) is with other conditions of the eye, What made this trip different daily photos of Richo in all man- ing and marvelling at the beauty reminding cattle producers to such as a grass seed in the eye, for us was that this time our four ner of situations and localities, of the Yukon and Alaska and our be on the lookout for pinkeye. eye cancer and other eye infec- year-old granddaughter asked the gnome began to take on his favourite States we brought Richo DPI District Veterinary Offi cer tions. that we keep her informed via own persona with many situations safely home to bask in his new Jeff Cave said current condi- ‘An outbreak of pinkeye can email of our daily activities. So attracting comments and inter- found fame. Richo at Chambers Bay golf course tions meant the risk of pinkeye be prevented through vaccina- outbreak was high and farmers tion three to six weeks before needed to be vigilant. the onset of the pinkeye season. “With summer will bring ‘Other control measures in- increased sunlight and dust, clude controlling fl y numbers Holiday program fun at Trafalgar which can make the eye more to limit the spread of bacteria Sue Jacka vulnerable to the disease,” Dr from animal to animal, prompt trip back in time to who ensured the craft activities Cave said. segregation and treatment of ancient Greece was the were conducted safely and to Pinkeye, or Infectious Ker- pinkeye in affected stock and A theme of this year’s those who prepared morning toconjunctivitis, is a highly con- avoiding unnecessary yarding holiday program which came tea for the kids and the adults. tagious, painful and debilitating of cattle during periods where to Trafalgar on 17 and 18 Janu- We are grateful to run six disease that can severely affect the risk of outbreak is higher.’ ary. It was held at the Anglican day holiday program inTrafal- animal productivity .’Pinkeye For further advice or infor- Community Complex again gar, Thorpdale and Yarragon usually occurs in young cattle mation contact your local vet- which is a great venue with its with the help of businesses that in their fi rst summer.After this erinarian exposed to the prolonged cold In winter, plant growth is slow- pecially when there are wet regrowth. Chicory responds large building and lots of space have donated to enable this initial infection, cattle develop of winter for the reproduc- est, although some of the newer conditions and/or saturated well to fertiliser, nitrogen and outside for games and craft program to run successfully: immunity to the disease but may Getting the best from tive stage to initiate. If sown in cultivars do have better winter soil. dairy effl uent applications. activities. Trafalgar IGA, Manny’s Market, remain carriers of the bacteria, chicory spring, chicory will not produce activity. Therefore, the general It is accepted that up to 25% The dry matter (DM) yield The participants enjoyed The Spud Shed, Trafalgar True Moraxella bovis, which po- Chicory crops are becoming reproductive stems until the fol- recommendation has been to of a dairy cow’s total daily diet of chicory was measured at the usual fun of a jumping Value Hardware, Bunnings tentially can lead to future out more common on Gippsland lowing spring. This will keep the avoid severe grazing during late can be chicory without causing Terang as part of a 3030 Project castle and outdoor games. A Morwell and Grant Fowler breaks in following years.” farms. The crop can produce feed value high in the fi rst year autumn and winter. bitter taint in milk. However, study to evaluate the response short play about a ‘time travel Signs. A drama about Paul in Philippi Children making mosaics The clinical signs of pink- high amounts of summer and as the leaves have a higher feed From an agronomic point of estimated intakes of up to 40% of different forage crops to the machine’ allowed the chil- eye include clear and watery autumn feed due to the plant’s value than fl ower stalks. view, the main objective with a of the total daily diet have been application of dairy effl uent. dren to enter into two of the tears, signs of irritation, an ability to grow a taproot that However, it also means that chicory crop is to maximise leaf observed on commercial farms The DM yield of chicory was Bible stories that happened in aversion to sunlight, reddening sources soil moisture at depth. the crop needs to be grazed production and minimise stem with no evidence of detrimental similar to other common sum- ancient Greece- the story of Trafalgar writer launches an album and swelling of the eyelids and This can complement peren- carefully to avoid over-grazing production without affecting impacts. mer crops such as regrowth Lydia and meeting Paul and his cloudiness of the eye. In a small nial ryegrass which produces and losing plant density. In the persistence. Grazing frequency In these cases chicory was Brassicas (cultivars Hunter discovery of the statue to the percentage of cases, an affected less growth during summer and second year, seed set will occur and intensity requirements vary grazed for about half the day and Winfred), sub-tropical C4 unknown god. ack on November 25, Yarra- ning artist-designer Helen Timbury, published in the last decade: his eye may form an abscess and autumn. which will allow new plants to with the time of the year in re- and a different pasture was fed species (sorghum and millet) We made mosaics, using gon’s Town and Country Gallery renowned across West Gippsland as a poetry – in various styles – has also rupture, leading to permanent However, it is a very different fi ll in gaps in the third year if lation to the growth stages and for the rest of the day. There is and a plantain crop. However, colourful tiles from many peo- Bhosted a lively launch for an ex- leading figure in Open Studios. appeared in major literary journals blindness. Dr Cave said while beast to manage compared to managed for seedling survival. the availability of water for the little experience feeding high DM yields were highly variable Denturesple’s different renovations- made as to last citing eleven-track musical CD called Based on intricate ‘finger-picking’ both in Australia and overseas. most affected eyes completely perennial ryegrass and forage Some farmers are happy plant. intakes of chicory over an ex- depending on summer rainfall well as a few purchased ones! That String & Its Kite Too. guitar-playing, beneath emotivevocals, With thanks to proprietors John recovered after three to fi ve crops dairy farmers are more to manage for quality and sow Another problem in winter tended period on commercial and N applied in the effl uent, There were plenty of creative This album highlights work by this new collection pays homage to and Jo Wolswinkel, That String & Its weeks, a number may be left familiar with. Its life cycle needs ryegrass into the sward if the and early spring can be the ac- farms. At this stage it is prob- and ranged between 2.7 and woodworkFREE projects completed prominent guitarist-composer Ricky Ricky Allan’s love for Piedmont Blues, Kite Too can be purchased at Town and with scarring on the surface. to be understood and managed crop looses plant density. Graz- cumulation of water in the base ably wise to have it as a small to 10.1 t DM consumed/ha/year. too, withUp-grade key holders to with a MrMrsDenture Allan, from Moe, with lyrics and po- an authentic Roots-based African- Country Gallery (111 Princes High- ‘Pinkeye can be treated with to optimise the crop’s produc- ing management during autumn of the hollow stems that were moderate component of the diet This is consistent with pre- Greekpremium key pattern dentures or a star etry by Trafalgar writer Rodney Wil- American musical style which origi- way, Yarragon – phone 5634 2229). sprays, ointments, injections tivity, nutritive value,production and winter is most critical to cut or removed by grazing. If rather than a major component vious experiences in New Zea- being verywith popular. mention of this ad liams. nated in the USA’s Carolina region dur- Copies of the album can also be bought including VDS pts and patches or a combination and persistency. plant persistence and subse- the cut stem fi lls with water, it of the diet. land, where yields 7-9 t DM/ha/ A successful program re- Well attended, the CD launch was ing the 1920s. at Helen Timbury’s studio in Drouin, or of these treatments. Extra care A chicory crop can per- quent growth. During autumn, can decompose, causing the tap Chicory leaf also has a high year were frequently achieved lies on many volunteers, so the culmination of a two-year-long Having been an English teacher at at Trafalgar Arts Market, besideTrafalgar should be taken when muster- sist for two to three years or chicory normally accumulates root to rot and kill the plant. feed value, making it great in the fi rst two or three years weCALL say thank you to those who creative collaboration that also fea- Trafalgar High School for fifteen years, Hall, on the first Saturday morning of the Helen Timbury’s design work for the front ing cattle for the purposes of longer if the plant is allowed sugars in the root system to Do not cut or graze mature milker feed. It is also great feed of the crop, with suffi cient sum- supervised the children, those tures striking work by prize-win- Rodney Williams has had three books month (in February/ March). cover of That String & Its Kite Too treatment for pinkeye, as fac- to set seed. The plant must be replenish reserves for winter. stems in autumn or winter, es- for growing out heifer replace- mer rainfall. 5634 2388 ments. Chicory leaves normally Chicory could be an alter- Denture repairs while you wait contain high ME and low fi bre native for paddocks with good TRAFALGAR MONTHLY RAINFALL [12–13 MJ/ kg DM and 18% sub-soil moisture that would be neutral detergent fi bre (NDF)] out of reach for perennial rye- Mr Mrs Dentures Thinking of Tyres? 81 Princes Highway Yarragon 200 while the reproductive stems grass or other shallow-rooted Professional consulting room available Trafalgar Men THINK AVERAGE 2014 2015 2016 2017 normally have low ME (7 MJ/ species. 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AROUND THE Miriam Tawfik Nicole drafted to Melanie White CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 HisTORicAl ith a New Year usu- including; tar, nicotine, carbon stantly need a regular dose. doctor or pharmacist as there ally comes the New monoxide (car exhaust fumes), It also becomes difficult for are many options for quitting), Dianne Ireland Society WYear’s resolution...well ammonia (floor cleaning chemi- smokers to quit because of the ask for help, give yourself a pat Melbourne Renegades for some anyway! I myself have cal) and arsenic. withdrawal symptoms. These can on the back each time you resist Liam Durkin fter our summer as the cataloguing of all the never been a fan of resolutions With at least 69 chemi- be very unpleasant as they can the urge to smoke as it means recess, the Society newspapers held by the So- but rather set some goals for the cals in tobacco smoke known cause both physical and emo- you are one step closer to quit- Abegins again this ciety. New Year. It might be taking up a to cause cancers of the lung, tional changes such as; irritabil- ting, take it one day at a time month with the February This always makes in- new hobby, learning a language throat, mouth, liver, stomach, ity, anxiety, frustration, trouble and plan for tough situations. general meeting on Thurs- teresting reading, and often or maybe a new instrument? cervix and bowel just to name concentrating, changes in sleep, Nicotine replacement therapy day 16 at 7.30 to be held helps with research for the For many people their goal is to a few. On top of this tobacco increased appetite and weight (NRT) is readily available in the at the Community Centre. Gazette. quit smoking? smoke also causes heart dis- gain. pharmacy. There are lots of op- Working bees have re- It is with great sadness If you’re anything like me you ease, stroke and emphysema. Symptoms of withdrawal tions including patches, chewing sumed, and are held on al- that we acknowledge the re- had good intentions for January are actually all signs that the gum, spray etc. We can help you ternate Friday afternoons, cent passing of Laurie Huffer. but you were still in holiday mode Ok so you know why it’s bad, but body is getting used to living in the pharmacy to come up with also at the Community Laurie was a long-time and the motivation to make the why is it so damn hard to quit? without nicotine and that it a plan that best suits you and Centre. member of the Trafalgar changes in your lifestyle wasn’t As I mentioned above nicotine is recovering from the nico- guide you every step of the way. The next working bee & District Historical Soci- quite there. Well February is as is one of the 7,000 chemicals tine addiction. Most symptoms Most smokers will try to quit will be on Friday, 17 Feb- ety, and Secretary for many good a time to start as any! found in tobacco. It occurs natu- usually only last 2-4 weeks. several times before they man- ruary at 2pm. Working years. Our sincere condo- So we all know that smok- rally in the plant and is the drug Tips on how to quit age to quit for good. To have a bees during 2016 saw the lences go to Laurie’s family. ing is bad for you but why? that makes smokers want to keep Most smokers want to quit but it cigarette does not mean failure! completion of books listed Can you believe that tobacco smoking. really needs to be up to the in- You can learn from a setback for cataloguing, photos Enquiries about meet- smoking causes more illness and Research has actually dividual person to decide when and succeed the next time. mounted and filed, and a ings and working death than any other drug! In shown that nicotine is addic- and how they intend to do this. As always if you’re looking for number of family enqui- bees can be made to Victoria alone an average of 73 tive, just like heroin and be- Some tips include; pick a quit more information come and ries attended to as well Dianne on 0439 655 172 deaths per week are caused by cause of its addictive nature date, list your reasons to quit, speak to us at the pharmacy or Under 14’s JCW representatives Dylan Gauci, Riley White, Austin Williamson, Aydan Connolly, Denis smoking. Tobacco smoke con- regular smokers become used decide on a quitting strategy use my go-to website the Better Dyke along with Team Manager Paul Connolly tains more than 7,000 chemicals to the nicotine and they con- (this is best decided with your Health Channel. Talented Nicole Faltum to Melbourne Renegades Under 16’s Gippsland Cricket aralgon and District, the side 2/41 off 10 overs against Leon- training facilities. ‘It’s been a League held it competition prior came really close to winning gatha. Leo and Blair took one Trafalgar ● Registered Tax Agent GOOD QUALITY rafalgar Cricket Club’s umes of her talent, with Faltum great experience so far, training to Christmas over 5 Sundays dur- a couple of games but unfor- wicket each in the game against TAX RETURNS● Individual/Small Nicole Faltum has had a signing on as a rookie with Big with some high class cricket- ing November and December. tunately were defeated all four Warragul & District. A catch each Self Storage ‡)LQDQFLDO6WDWHPHQWV‡%$63UHSDUDWLRQbusiness SMALL HAY BALES Tbusy summer so far in Bash side Melbourne Renegades ers at a high intensity’ Faltum The squad from CGCA was made games. There were some very to Cougar and Luke were taken ‡$IWHUKRXUVDSSRLQWPHQWV● Fee from refund 2016/17. 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With the ball, Liam had playing Premier First Grade for with the Renegades squad, but town International Sportspark and a washout game against Tr- fi ve wickets in total, with his best Dandenong Women’s. will also have full access to some in the Sydney suburb of Rooty But it is her most recent of the country’s most insightful Hill. Batting fi rst the Renegades achievement that speaks vol- cricketing minds as well as elite were restricted to 6/93 from their twenty overs, before the Junior Cricket - the Season so far! Thunder chased the required CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23 total in the twelfth over. Round four, Traf red beat they had to donate to their to cooking the BBQ, your help Although Faltum did not bat Moe Maroons 1/68 to 4/41 with local club. These helmets are a is most appreciated and needed and was only out in the fi eld for Louis making the most runs with welcomed addition to the club’s each week to enable kids to play a short time, she was apprecia- 12. The wicket takers for the playing equipment. cricket. tive of the opportunity she was match were Oliver H with 2 and Valued at $180 each helmet given, saying that ‘all the girls one each to Owen and Louis. the extra protection these hel- The junior section of Trafal- have been incredibly welcom- Traf White played Mirboo North mets have with the stem-guard gar Cricket Club appreciate the ing, and it’s just been fantastic Black and won 5/118 to 6/73. attachments will help further support of their award sponsors to see how everything works Mitch made 21 and Callum made protect our junior cricketers of S&S Equipment Hire, CM & both at training and on game 20. Wicket takers all with one who need to borrow cricket MF White Builders, Matthews day’. each were Chloe, Bridee, Oliver, equipment. Selection into the Concrete Constructions, Fish- Leave In a credit to the young la- Billy, Mitch and Blake. Gippsland Pride team, sees both bits, Gracie’s Bakery, BK’s Hun- dies modesty, she has still kept Blair and Liam head off to Mel- gry Jacks, Mc Donalds – Moe in contact with the Trafalgar Round Five, Traf Red lost to bourne for the week to play in and The Criterion Hotel. The Trafalgar Bowls Cricket Club and made herself Willow Grove 4/104 to 5/58. the State Championships from contribution from Belle Banne available to represent the club Owen took two wickets for the January 16th. Belt Conveyor Services towards Club Inc. in Central Gippsland Under 16 game along with one each to junior cricket again this Season early matches, as well as the odd se- Oliver H and Louis. Oliver H We would also like to ac- is kindly received. 7 – 13 Seven Mile Rd. nior grade game as well. topped scored with 12 runs. Traf knowledge our volunteer coach- Most recently, the support re- (P.O. Box 125) Faltum has progressed White defeated Morwell Yellow es of our junior teams. The ceived from the Trafalgar Lion’s TRAFALGAR through the junior ranks at the 3/103 to 6/91 with two wickets amount of time given to their Club of $500 towards the cost of THE REASONS ARE Ph:(03) 5633 1274 Fax:(03) 5633 2820 Ships since starting out in the to Ambrose and a wicket each to teams at training and game day cricket balls for Season 2016/17 email: [email protected] Under 14’s in 2012, amassing Mitch, Bailey, Callum and Blake. as well as their knowledge of the is greatly appreciated. With the 50 apperances since then. Her Callum (11) and Mitch (21 game of cricket is most valuable Under 16 and Under 14 teams BLACK AND WHITE We have fully licensed premises including a list of achievements at club level runs) opened the batting since to our junior players. requiring a new cricket ball for commercial kitchen available for hire. include Country Week selec- they were fi rst ready to bat out of So, we thank Christian Bur- each game, this is one of the tion, scoring half centuries in all the players. gess (U16’s), Paul Connolly larger expenses of the Club each Every Friday night we have two fi nals, playing in four Grand –– and Craig White along with help year. raffles, including a Bush res can start quickly and threaten lives within minutes. When it comes to re, what you need to do is black and white. Finals (Under 14’s 2012/13, Thank you to the community from Bill Pace for the Under Again, after fi ve Seasons of Happy Hour. 13/14 (Premiership), Under who support Junior cricket 14’s team, Cooper Burgess who support, Norm Oliver Butchers Check Fire Danger Ratings daily and monitor warnings. 16’s 2014/15, 15/16) and play- At their cap presentation for is assisted by Kevin Hennessy – Mid Valley support the BBQ Lawn bowls and Most bushfi re deaths happen close to home, so leaving early, before a fi re starts, is always the safest option. ing in the 2015/16 Under 16 the Under 16’s Dowling Shield (Under 12’s Red) and Brent fundraiser held at home games. indoor carpet bowls. premiership. Gippsland Pride Team in De- Claridge (Under 12’s White) Their support is a wonderful Not to be outdone, Faltum cember, Blair Clymo and Liam for volunteering their time to be contribution to the junior crick- New members was also awarded Dux of Year White were presented with a Ma- coaches this year. Also, to the eters of Trafalgar and district emergency.vic.gov.au and visitors most 10 at Trafalgar High School for suri junior cricket helmet from families who provide support to community. Authorised by the Victorian Government, welcome. Download the VicEmergency app 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne the 2016 academic year. Gippsland Region 7 in which the club and teams from scoring Page 22 — Traf News February 2017 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar February 2017 — Page 23 Hopkin’s creates club record with amazing 7 for 30 Trafalgar Tennis Club By Liam Durkin

eteran fast bowler Jasin Liam White stuck with the ers getting starts without capi- Marco Higgins for a handy lower bowled fi rst and were dispatched Undoubtedly the side was Hopkins entered the re- lower order and made a useful talising. Brodie Burgess made order partnership but ultimately to all parts of the ground before hurt by the fact that there was Championships 2016 Vcord books last December, 36 to see Traf declare with 189 his second consecutive 40, with the Ships just didn’t get enough Christian Burgess’ heroics, as the no umpire, meaning the batting Luke Bryant after the 45 year old became the on the board. The Moe run chase Marco Higgins who made 41. runs out of the top six. With the veteran took 5/43. Chasing 192 order had to be shuffl ed accord- oldest player in the clubs history came down to the wire, which Liam White batted well, re- ball David Bremner put an oppo- was always going to be a chal- ingly. The bowling effort was all rafalgar Tennis Club’s to take a First Grade fi ve wicket was ultimately all about star Li- maining unbeaten on 43. Rhain nent in hospital and was the pick lenge but the Ships came out all about Riley White, as the twelve 2016 Championships de- haul. Taking the new ball on the ons bat Andrew Philip, who bat- Ross also made his comeback to of the bowlers, being unlucky to guns blazing and got agonisingly year old conceded just seven Tlivered a day of entertain- Yallourn North turf, Hopkins ted magnifi cently for his 128 not A Grade and scored some valu- only take one wicket. close in what turned out to be a runs off his six overs, including ing tennis across the age groups. Amy Chaplain (Section 2 and Girls Champion) Jamie Axe (Section 9 winner) and Eva Istraty completely decimated the Bomb- out. Leo Connolly lead from the able runs, making a handy 21. George Smith also bowled high scoring game. Rhain Ross the side’s lone wicket. There was a great turn out with and Leigh Mirum (Boys Champion) ers middle order with his late front for the Ships, taking his fi rst With a fi rst innings lead and no well, taking 2/21 as did Zack top scored with 75 at the top of The fi rst game for 2017 was 10 juniors and 20 senior players swing paving the way to fi rst in- A Grade fi ve wicket haul with fi g- real intentions of batting again, Brown who was economical the order, with John Asmussen another close loss for the Ships, entering. Amy also won the Girl’s cham- proved too strong on the day Players at both junior and nings fi gures of 7/30. Amazingly, ures of 5/31, as Traf tried their Traf declared at the start of day in his 0/16 off eight effort. The making 44 and Christian Burgess as they fell just 20 runs short of Junior players started early pionship with a hard fought win winning convincingly by only senior levels demonstrated a six of Hopkin’s victims were hearts out to run through the two. score blew out in the end as Mir- backing up his efforts with the Rawson’s 4/203. After losing the and played within their usual over Winsome Sheehy in the final losing 2 games in 3 sets of ten- high standard of skill, stamina, bowled, with a lone lbw complet- Moe order. The Traf bowlers all chipped boo Nth went to town and the ball, scoring 27. toss and being sent out to fi eld, sections, allowing even compe- going to yet another tie breaker nis and winning the final 6-0 friendly rivalry and good sports- ing the rout. In the end it came down to in to see the side home with Ships intensity dropped once the The next match against New- wickets proved hard to come by titions. Jamie Axe (Section 9), between the girls. against Lincoln Weymouth. manship. It was Hopkin’s best bowl- two wickets for Traf and 40 runs Liam Durkin taking 5/5 and Da- Tigers had passed the required borough saw the Ships bat their for both teams as only 10 were Eva Istraty (Section 7) and Amy Leigh Mirams won the Boys The Ladies’ championship Thanks go to Keith Sewell ing of his long career, which for Moe, which unfortunately vid Bremner fi nishing with four total. allotted overs to put up a decent taken throughout the day. Chaplain (Section 2) took the championship over Noah Smith. was also won by a new club for organising the draws, match started when he was sixteen and ended up going the way of the wickets for the match. Jasin Hop- In the next game Traf retained score of 140 at home, which It was a day for batsmen as honour of winning the section In the Men’s Championship, Sarah Elson, who defeated Win- scheduling and trophies for the has seen him play as far south latter, much to the disappoint- kins added to his fi rst innings the Ice Bath Cup over Rawson, proved to be well short of the the bowlers weltered in the sun medals. new club member Tony Davey some Sheehy in the final. day. as Mornington and as far east ment of the Ships. tally to end the match with nine in what turned out to be a good Bulldogs 200 strong innings. with little assistance from the Tony Davey (Men’s Champion) and Sarah Elson (Ladies’ Champion) as Lakes Entrance. Elsewhere, In the last match before the scalps, which included a great toss to win. Traf bowled fi rst with Aydan Connolly was the shining elements. Zack Brown took two the Ships are progressing qui- Christmas break, Zack Brown stumping by Marco Higgins as Rawson going hell for leather in light with a magnifi cent 32 facing wickets, whilst Jack Hurst and etly throughout season 2016/17, made his long awaited debut in the keeper-batsmen fi nished with the fi rst 15 to race to 1/60. After one of the competitions better at- James Walker took one each. Get ready for new basketball season Table Tennis with the Firsts in the mix to play the Firsts as the Ships completed fi ve dismissals next to his name. the initial overs the match swung tacks, along with Nicole Faltum Liam White and John Asmussen Frank Gridley fi nals and the clubs two junior their fi rst outright win since the In Second Grade, the Ships back into Traf’s favour, with Leo who made 23. opened the innings, with both sides both on top of their respec- 2014/15 Grand Final. Marco have put up competitive perfor- Connolly and Jayke Atkin taking In the last game before men ticking the scoreboard rafalgar & District amateur Trafalgar basketball can play port the school in their need for basketball association’ so any in- sport for summer tive ladders. Higgins stepped up as Captain in mances in what has sometimes seven wickets between them. Christmas a depleted Trafalgar along at a progressive rate to see basketball association will at least season one in 2017 if we a proper gymnasium. quiries from team’s or new play- Ning Anderson In the fi rst two day match the absence of Anthony Clarke- been diffi cult circumstances, Cooper Burgess had a good did themselves proud against the side reach 60 without loss. Thold a general meeting on can get six teams to play on Tues- Trafalgar basketballers, if you ers are welcome. uring the summer All the players are improving of the season A Grade played a Bruce as the Ships strode to a with a number of young players day with the gloves, taking a high Latrobe. The Bell brothers Lach- The latter making 26, whilst Wednesday 1 February at 7pm at day or Thursday nights. want a good stadium in Trafal- We need teams and players to months, with the weather rapidly including those that are fantastic contest against Moe in fi rst innings lead of 120 runs. showing that they will develop catch off the bowling of Zack lan and Jarrod returned to the the former played well for his uniting church hall contingent A new ECA stadium is planned gar in the near future now is the attend our meeting on Wednes- Dbeing so hot and humid a new to the game. a game which ebbed and fl owed Traf won the toss and elected to into fi ne players in the near fu- Brown and completing a stump- playing fi eld after many years out 49. James Walker provided the street Trafalgar. for Trafalgar secondary school time to support our committee day, 1 February . lot of people are reluctant to leave Players travel from Drouin, throughout two pulsating days bowl in what turned out to be ture. ing as Rawson were eventually of the game as the Ships team highlight of the day with a mighty The high school E.C.A sta- to replace the old ECA centre to bring basketball out of tempo- For more information Frank the comfort of their homes. This Warragul and Newborough to of cricket. In the breakdown, perfect conditions for Jasin Hop- In the round eight match bowled out for 101. Rhain Ross contained three sets of father and six over mid wicket, as Scott dium has had structural repairs but design and construction is rary recess. Gridley can be contacted in can often lead to boredom and have a hit a miss and lots of fun. of the eight sessions played Traf kins to bowl in, as the veteran against Mirboo North, Traf were opened the batting and made a sons, which would have been a Moorhouse and George Smith and is now suitable for ball unknown at present and the bas- Our Facebook address is evenings on 5633 1803. lack of exercise. A casual observer might have won three, Moe won three and had his moment in the sun tak- two wickets away from really well hit 33 to see the side home, great thrill for all involved. threatened to take the game from games. ketball committee is keen to sup- ‘Trafalgar and district amateur But at the Trafalgar Commu- thought that perhaps when the the remaining two were tied. The ing seven wickets. opening the game up but unfor- others to contribute runs were Traf put a competitive 122 Rawson with some power hitting nity Centre the Ping Pong Kings numbers were low that the stan- Ships batted fi rst and got off to David Bremner snicked off tunately just couldn’t fi nd any Leo Connolly with 37 and Jasin on the board but were ultimately late in the innings. Moorhouse’s Table Tennis group enjoy their dard of players was not that good a fl yer, with Brodie Burgess and two bats to continue his consis- inroads after drinks. Traf bated Hopkins who made 40. short of bowlers as Latrobe 32 not out included taking one games in air conditioned comfort. but now some of the players have James Heslop putting on 80 for tent season as Yallourn Nth were fi rst with the Ships making a sol- The Ships would have possibly chased the total one down. Brett bowler for 25 off two overs, Trafalgar Golf Club Seniors over 80’s The community centre is a good improved so much that they could the fi rst wicket. Marco Higgins bowled out for 89. As the Ships id enough start before collapsing made it back to back wins in the Cameron played one of his better whilst three of Smiths fi rst four Keith Owen place for sport enthusiasts to be challenge almost anyone. chimed in with 31 before he was batted it seemed like a virtual throughout the middle order. next game against Willow Grove, innings for the season with a pa- scoring shots were boundaries. ith over 100 members on a hot day. Players can relax At a small cost of $3:30 you unfortunately stumped two balls one dayer as Traf got themselves George Smith showed some with seven fi ve ball overs proving tient 28, whilst Christian Burgess the Trafalgar Golf Club and enjoy the companionship of can come and join us for lots of before tea. to 8/207 with a number of play- fi ght by hanging around with costly in a seven run loss. Traf made a solid 42. WSeniors competition is fellow players. fun and gentle exercise and meet in a healthy state and at the end Numbers playing during the some new friends in air condi- October Tony Price joined an Christmas holidays have been ex- tioned comfort. Bring the extend- elite group in the club by cel- cellent. People have taken a break ed family as all are welcome. Junior Cricket - the Season so far ebrating his 80th birthday and from the shopping and traffic cha- The group gets together at Melanie White becoming the newest member os to enjoy a friendly and relaxed the Community Centre Trafalgar of the ‘over 80’s’. Senior mem- but competitive game. (near the Bendigo Bank and rafalgar Under 16’s crick- Round three and sent Trafalgar Grand fi nal. taking two wickets and a run In a close result, Trafalgar re- with the two Hennessy brothers bers helped Tony celebrate his Since the club started in April Post Office) each Monday and et team is placed fi rst on into bat fi rst where the team Round 1 was a 20/20 against out. Ruben and Dylan also got plied by making 6/79 from their away and Emmy unwell, Blake milestone with a birthday cake 2016 Table Tennis is catching on Thursday between 9:00am and Tthe ladder after the fi rst made an impressive 4/265. Both Jeeralang-Boolarra where Traf two wickets plus single wickets 20 overs with Dylan top scoring and Oliver White fi lled in as well and a song and Tony commented in Trafalgar and the number of 11:00am and again on Saturday four rounds of the season which Luke Cameron and Liam retired made 9/80 and Aydan Connolly to Riley E, Harry and fi rst time and retiring on 19 and Austin as Milo in2 cricketer partici- on the camaraderie and friend- players participating is steadily afternoon between 1:00pm and fi nished on the 9 December. not out on 50 runs. They were making 29 not out. Aydan was cricketer Trent Burgess. In re- retiring on 16 too. pant Harry Stannard. The team ship that he has enjoyed since he growing. Large numbers of play- 3pm. Their season will resume on 29 well supported by Cooper (45), equally as handy with the ball play, Trafalgar made 7/227 with The Under 12’s play 9 made 5/54 with Blake White top started playing golf 14 years ago. ers is not a problem as the group For more information please January, where they will meet Cougar (32), Nicole Faltum taking 2 wickets along with top score to Aydan 43 and both rounds with 5 completed before scoring with 4 and Owen Agland Golf is a social and enjoy- has access to four tables. It can be contact Ning 0427 332 839. second placed team Willow (22) and Blair (21). Week two single wicket takers Riley White Austin and Riley W with 30 runs Christmas and remaining four McLeod made 3. able sport especially for older (left to right) Max Roberts, Tony Price, Fr. Tom O’Connell, Joan Rich, Frank Edmonds, Olive Robinson, quite entertaining to sit back and Grove in which will be a hotly of the game saw Morwell all out and new Under 14’s cricketers each. commencing 6th of February. In reply Moe made 2/96 players by providing exercise Ray Armistead, Charlie Hooker and Jim Donnett watch other games. contested game for both sides. in the 27th over for just 76 runs. Harry Pace and Riley Elkington Round 4 was another away Traf Red have had 3 wins and 2 with a wicket each to Aaron and improved cardiovascular The fi rst round was reduced Riley was the bowler of the eve- saw the opposition make 66 match at Newborough with losses and Traf White have had and Blake. Traf White just lost fitness, outdoor activity and an to a 20/20 game as week one ning taking 3 wickets. runs. week one being washed out, it 2 wins and 3 losses. Round to Willow Grove 6/83 to 3/76. opportunity to meet new people; TRAFALGAR was washed out against Latrobe. Liam took two wickets and Round 2 was another 20/20 was reduced to another 20/20 1 was the local derby with the Female cricketers Bridee Clymo at Trafalgar we have a number of Trafalgar made 8/93 easily de- one wicket each to Denis, Blair over game where Mirboo North match. Trafalgar made 4/139 red team victorious on the day. and Chloe Elkington made their players who had never swung a feating Latrobe all out for 34. and Cooper. The last round be- batted fi rst making 6/44 with Tr- with Aydan retiring on 15 after Their score was 3/110 with Oli- fi rst runs for their fi rst season golf club before retirement and Tyre Service Connor Dastey was the bowler fore the Christmas break saw afalgar replying with 3/92. The just facing only 4 balls in the ver and Louis Hennessy making in Under 12’s cricket. The White joining our senior’s competition. of the match with bowling fi g- Trafalgar head over the hills to team was missing a few players fi rst over. Austin, Riley W and 20 and 19 runs respectively. team had fi ll in players of Riley The Trafalgar senior’s compe- Suppliers of: Contact us for all your ures of 2/0 off 2 overs with Blair Mirboo North where Trafalgar due to school camp and Under Billy all retired after making Former Milo in2 cricketers Elkington who took two wickets tition is open to persons over 55 • Concrete mesh and other • Galvanised retaining wall posts Tyre and Battery Needs Clymo also taking 2 wickets and batted fi rst and were all out for 12’s cricketers Mitch Claridge more than 15 runs each. Oliver Mc Qualter, Emmy Vosper and Billy Claridge. Ambrose Ba- years old and competitions are one each to Leo Connolly, Cou- 178. and Blake White fi lled in. 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Traf Call Travis and Gary on 5633 1511 Trafalgar 3824 MICHELIN with Liam White leading wicket equally as impressive fi nishing their fi rst 40 over match played The last round before Christ- former milo cricketer, Aaron White played Moe Blues mak- for friendly service and advice Phone: 5633 1097 taker with 4 wickets. Denis took undefeated and on top of the over two weeks at Maryvale Re- mas, Trafalgar were home Aloyts took 2 wickets on debut ing 3/65 to their 1/72. The Peter: 0488 134 313 two wickets and single wicket ladder at the summer break. serve against Latrobe. Latrobe against Morwell who won the with a wicket each to James only wicket taker for the game Nathan: 0423 330 369 TOYO TYRES takers were Cooper, Blair, Riley Matches resume 1st February were all out in the 31st over toss and elected to bat fi rst. Pace and Callum. was Mitch. With the bat, Callum 428 South Canal Road, Trafalgar White and Austin Williamson. where they will face Willow with just making 90 runs. Billy They made 3/71 with a wicket Round two, Traf red played at made 18 and Oliver made 7. For Performance, Quality & Value Morwell won the toss in Grove in a replay of last year’s had a great game with the ball each to Harry, Trent and Dylan. Newborough against Moe Blue CONTINUED PAGE 21 Page 24 — Traf News February 2017 Record breaking week for Blair Clymo! Melanie White ith no records prior to from various teams, I’m sure he competition. He took six wickets 2003, Blair Clymo can would have gained some won- for the week with his best being Wclaim the record for derful insight and tips to help 2/28 off eight overs against Sale- making the most amount of runs him with his game. Maffra. at a Junior Country Week (JCW) He also proved that he was an cricket carnival. He made an As mentioned already, Blair excellent all-round cricketer, by phenomenal total of 402 runs Clymo had a wonderful week at taking five catches for the week over 5 games for the week long the carnival with making 402 in the field. carnival – the highest batting ag- runs along with taking 6 wickets Riley took four wickets for gregate at a single carnival on and 3 catches. Cooper Burgess the week with his best bowling record. had a memorable moment of on Day two against Bairnsdale This include two centuries hitting a massive six at the Leon- with 2/19 off six overs. He made 139 not out against Traralgon gatha Recreation Reserve in his 37 runs throughout the week- and District and 116 not out innings 14 not out against Le- long carnival, with his opening against Warragul and District. ongatha and District which was partnership with Aydan against He batted the week with a instrumental in the teams win. Traralgon and District being his maturity that is rarely seen at This would be a highlight best day with the bat; making 18. such a young age and was just of the week for him and those Austin waited until the last amazing to watch by his fellow who witnessed such an amazing day against Warragul to show the team members, coaches, oppo- shot. Cooper made 21 runs for crowd his best performance sition and spectators. This will the week and took three catches All taking three wickets surely be a week of cricket that with his bowling best of 2/14 of (3/14 runs) off only two overs. Under 15’s JCW representatives Billy Claridge, Blair Clymo, Connor Dastey, Christian Burgess along he will not forget in a hurry. four overs against Sale -Maffra. He backed this bowling perfor- with coach Mark Wynne and team manager Christian Burgess. Connor Dastey’s batting part- mance with the bat, opening the Junior Country week cricket nership with Blair on the first innings and making a handy 13 Denis’ best performance was carnival was held by the Leon- day was a solid partnership runs with a great looking four against Sale-Maffra, where he gatha and District Cricket As- which helped steady the team. amongst it too. took one wicket and also com- sociation from 2 January . The His innings of 16 runs against Austin showed his all-round pleted a run out as well. carnival is for cricketers in the Sale Maffra was his batting high- cricket ability, as he also took a age group under 14 and under light for the week. He took one catch and performed a run out The U/14 Central Gippsland 15 and there was six teams from catch for the week and also had on top of his batting and bowl- team only had one win for the across the Gippsland Region a wicket in each game against ing efforts. A game that would be week against Traralgon prov- seven represented. Bairnsdale & District; Traralgon the highlight of the week for the ing that catches do win matches Trafalgar Cricket Club had and District and Warragul and youngster! with their fielding at times letting nine cricketers representing the District. Dylan also had his best bat- them down at critical times. They Central Gippsland Cricket As- ting performance against War- finished fifth overall. sociation (CGCA) teams along The under 15’s team was ragul where he made 23 before with club members and coaches coached by Mark Wynne and he unfortunately being run out. He To add to the accolades of Mark Wynne, Christian Burgess, was assisted by Christian Burgess was looking really solid with being awarded the Batting Aggre- Paul Connolly and Craig White as team manager. The team had the bat in some very warm, de- gate winner for the under 15’s assisting the teams. two wins against Traralgon and manding conditions. He had for the week, Blair Clymo was Leongatha from their five games three wickets for the week with also named in the under 15’s The under 15’s team included and finishing fourth overall. his best bowling coming on Day All Gippsland Team of the week, Blair Clymo who also captained three against Bairnsdale with where the best performing bowl- the CGCA team, Cooper Burgess, The under 14’s CGCA squad figures 2/18 off six overs. His ers, batters and keeper in the Connor Dastey and Billy Claridge of 13 had five players represent- fielding was top notch, where tournament are selected. who at the age of 12 helped the ing Trafalgar Cricket Club with he completed two run outs, with Aydan Connolly was named team by sub fielding for the week Aydan Connolly (named Captain one being a direct hit, while tak- in the under 14’s All Gippsland as unfortunately, the under 15’s of the team), Riley White, Austin ing a catch as well during the Team of the week as well for his team were short a player in their Williamson, Dylan Gauci and competition. performance with the bat. squad. A special thanks to Billy Denis Dyke along with co-coach Denis’ batting with Aydan Blair Clymo with his U15’s Batting Aggregate award and and his family for his commit- Paul Connolly assisting as team against Leongatha ensured that Blair continued his sum- ll Gippsland Team certificate and Aydan Connolly with his ment to the week. manager. Aydan could ‘carry his bat’ by mer of cricket by representing All Gippsland Team certificate for the under 14’s. Playing on turf wickets and Aydan achieved his high- batting from the start to the end the Under 16’s Dowling Shield for 100 overs each day would est score with the bat, making of the innings. This tail end part- Gippsland Pride team, along various crickets grounds all over Victoria. Results from this tour- have given him an experience 82 not out on day three against nership ensured that Leongatha, with fellow Trafalgar Under 16’s Melbourne and surrounding sub- nament will be in the next edition many cricketers don’t gain at Leongatha. He made a total of the eventual winners of the U/14 player Liam White. They played urbs against sides from all over of the Traf News. such a young age. With many tal- 172 runs for the week which age division, could not get them in the State Championship tour- » continued page 21 ented cricketers at the age group placed him fourth overall for the all out. nament from 16 January held at

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