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PRICELESS DECEMBER 2018 EDITION NO. 212 www.trafnews.com WISH BOT TVFC ON THE RISE FULLFILLED AT 96 P10 COMP WINNERS P15 P23 Trivia night raises funds for drought relief Stacey Mynard
n Friday 26 October, Tr- We would like to thank the afalgar locals organised Trafalgar Bowls Club for allow- Oa Trivia Night to raise ing us to hold the event there funds in assistance for our Aus- as well as Deaksy for hosting sie farmers with drought relief. the trivia night. Also to every- It was a fun night with lots of one who brought tickets and laughs and entertainment. We to the generous sponsors who raised $2760.10 and all pro- donated towards the raffl e on ceeds were donated to Drought the night, it would not have Angels to allow them to continue happened without your support the amazing work that they do. & generosity. Route 69 a success Neil Joiner
Trivia night organisers Stacey Mynard, Jennifer Bain and Carly Moyes Jim Richards wavws fl ag to begin Route 69 cruise he Trafalgar Holden Mu- ler (noted Holden historian and seums annual Route 69 author) and Dave Bennett (Dyno Tevent was held on the 21 Dave) of Yella Terra fame who October 2018. were selling their books and sign- An estimated 2500 people vis- ing them for the purchaser. ited the museum on the day and it The highlight of the day was was a most successful event. the visit by Jim Richards who The weather was not kind to spent time signing memorabilia us and still we had a good atten- and distributing Shannons auto- dance. graphed publications. Some great personalities were in attendance including Don Loff- CONTINUED PAGE 15
Real Estate Agents 5633 2076 77 Princes Hwy, www.propaintbodyworks.com.au Trafalgar VIC 3824 5633 3098 www.amgelectrical.com.au email: [email protected] Phone: (03) 5633 2858 2D McCrorey Street Trafalgar [email protected] Switchboard upgrades, LED Lighting www.antonhair.com.au 23 MIDDLE ROAD, TRAFALGAR. www.strzeleckirealty.com.au replacement. Breakdown service 24/7. (book online via the phone or in person) Page 2 — Traf News December 2018 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar December 2018 — Page 3 New office bearers for Trafalgar COC Scott Draper Mayor and Deputy Mayor elected
he annual general meeting As a chamber, members of the pect of the region. Baw Baw Shire of the Trafalgar Chamber of Trafalgar Chamber of Com- The election of new office bear- TCommerce & Industry was merce and Industry are granted ers to the chamber was also r Mikaela Power has The Mayor and Deputy the past two years as Mayor, it’s at the front desk, over the held Monday 12 October 2018. complimentary membership to voted on with Scott Draper as been elected Mayor, and Mayor will serve a full 12 and also for the year prior to phone, via web chat or when The first guest speaker for the the Victorian chamber. the incoming President, Da- C Cr Danny Goss re-elect- month term in these roles un- that in the previous council we meet you on the street.” night was Krystel Dean from the Alison Leighton, CEO of the Baw vid Watts as the incoming Vice ed as Deputy Mayor following til the next vote at a Statutory term. I also thank Cr Danny Deputy Mayor Cr Danny Victorian Chamber of Commerce Baw Shire Council was the sec- president, Bryce Coulson as a Statutory Council Meeting. Council Meeting in November Goss as Deputy Mayor for your Goss retained his position, & Industry. ond guest speaker for the night. Secretary, Lisa Somerville as in- In accordance with Coun- 2019. work over the past 12 months, has gone on to say “I am very Krystel spoke about how the Alison spoke around plan- coming Treasurer and Gary Jen- cil Meeting Procedure Local Mayor Cr Mikaela Power you’ve done a great job. honoured to once again have state wide chamber can assist lo- ning for the growth within our kins as incoming Public Officer. Law, Councillors put forward said “I am so pleased for the “Looking forward to the the opportunity to serve our cal business with their staff and shire, the new executive team All office bearers are local nominations for the position opportunity to lead this group year ahead, we will continue community as Deputy Mayor. Human Resource compliance, and what they have achieved so business owners or operators. of Mayor and Deputy Mayor. of Councillors as Mayor. our progress as a council in I have enjoyed this role over how to keep up with all the award far along with future plans and There were congratulations Cr Mikaela Power was I thank my fellow Councillors, serving the needs of our grow- the last 12 months and thank policies and procedures for your targets, future capital expendi- and thank you’s to the previous nominated for Mayor by Cr my family, our CEO, executive ing community. As Mayor, my my fellow Councillors for their particular industry, the changes ture for Trafalgar particularly members of the committee for Danny Goss with the motion team and staff for their contin- key areas of focus are guided support and encouragement. for casual workers and overall the road network and how they their time and effort within the seconded by Cr Joe Gauci. Cr ued support. Together we have by the priorities in our coun- In particular, I want to ac- how to manage business risk. plan to extend the tourism as- chamber. Danny Goss was nominated for achieved many things in the cil plan including advocacy, knowledge outgoing Mayor Cr Deputy Mayor by Cr Peter Kos- first two years of this council health and wellbeing, eco- Gauci for his hard work over tos with the motion seconded term through team work, hard nomic development, tourism, the past three years. I congrat- by Cr Darren Wallace. work and focus and I look youth services, and continued ulate new Mayor Cr Mikaela Both nominations were forward to working together work on community hubs. We Power and I really look for- unanimously supported by closely in the year ahead. are also driven by our ongo- ward to working with her over Councillors in the chamber by “I’d like to thank Cr Joe ing commitment to customer the next 12 months. I know Outgoing Mayor Cr Joe Gauci and newly elected Mayor Cr Mikaela a show of hands. Gauci for your efforts over service excellence, whether she will do a fantastic job.” Power. Have Your Say on Dog Park Options in Trafalgar
Alison Leighton - CEO Baw Baw Shire Council, Scott Draper – President Trafalgar Chamber of Commerce, Krystel Dean – HUGE Regional Manager Victorian Chamber of Commerce & Industry GARAGE SALE Household Item’s Bbq’s, Clothing. Gary Jenkins – Public Officer Trafalgar Chamber of Commerce, David Watts – Vice President Trafal- gar Chamber of Commerce, Alison Leighton – CEO Baw Baw Shire Council, Bryce Coulson – Secretary Baw Baw Shire Build your business here! Something for Trafalgar Chamber of Commerce, Scott Draper – President Trafalgar Chamber of Commerce, Krystel everybody. Dean – Regional Manager Victorian Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Cr Peter Kostos – Baw Baw aw Baw Shire Council path, and; be received by 5pm Friday 14 Luke G Adrichem CPA Now located @ the office of Shire East Ward Councillor is seeking community Additional tree planting December. feedback on two propos- throughout the reserve. To see full project details, Ideally located in Kevin J Jennings CPA Raymond Partners Accountant Saturday 8th B FLAT INDUSTRIAL 68 Victoria Street, Warragul als for a premium dog off leash Both proposals include pro- please go to www.bawbawshire. Trafalgar’s industrial area ALLOTMENT Lucio G Viggiano CPA T: 5633 1455 December area and other potential open visions for premium dog park vic.gov.au/HaveYourSay is this approx. 2700m2 flat, WALLYS WORDS space improvements in Trafal- infrastructure including sig- All enquiries can be directed fenced block. The potential $295,000+GST 8am start gar. nage, bins, dog litter bags, fenc- to Council’s Parks, Gardens Accounting, Taxation and Business Services is endless with industrial My New Year’s resolution is to save There are two main pro- ing, drinking water station and and Sports Field team on 5624 26 Vincent posals for consideration: dog agility equipment. 2411. zoning 1 and ample room Boulevard enough to buy a Velcro wall. Option one Feedback can be submitted Following this community to build a large warehouse I plan on sticking to it: Wally Construction of a premium online via a short online form or consultation, feedback will be (STCA) and have large Trafalgar dog park (located in Hol- in writing via the downloadable consolidated and considered machinery access with lydell Park, formerly Linear consultation pack. before further recommenda- ease (width approx. 32.55m Reserve, between Edward Feedback submission must tions are made to Council. and length approx. 82.95). Editor’s note Crescent and Cross Street) 2 BMX track maintenance im- All services are available. 2700m Traf News is a monthly publication aimed at providing news, When submitting letters to the editor please include full postal address, email address and contact entertainment and information to the people of Trafalgar. provement Car Boot Sale number. Your privacy will be respected, your details won’t be printed in the paper. 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All responses supported ® Trafalgar was almost sold off as excess under-utilised since being pro- the name of Hollydell Park. Community Bank’s 15th Anniversary Colin Proctor lcouncil land two years ago, vided as public open space. Cr Darren Wallace said it was will be formerly named. The land was owned and not that long ago this reserve t can be difficult for resi- agricultural purposes such as source available and extinguish The linear reserve running farmed by the O’Meara family was proposed to be sold, which Community model ing co-operative. see banks were going to change. mands of running a bank quick- say, “they won’t close our bank.” from monthly profit into accu- dents to know if burning stubble burns and disposal of completely with water, not by between Edward Cres and Cross from the 1930s. Mal O’Meara saw the local residents unite in the answer as major This means, Phil said, “prof- I know there was growth in in- ly ate into the money raised but mulated profit. Ioff is legal and safe. There dead stock are more likely to covering with dirt as fires can streets will be named Hollydell still lives within the vicinity of their opposition and some were banks leave town its are fed back into the com- ternet banking but there was within about eight months the Community focus But Bryan admits the early are both local and state govern- be allowed. sometimes continue burning Park. linear reserve. quite hostile about losing their In the 1990’s as major banks munity.” still room for counter banking.” bank moved into profit mode. was catalyst for first days were tough. ment requirements and sub- Before burnoff, even out- under earth. Baw Baw Shire Council has Naming the park was in re- park. started leaving Trafalgar, an Phil said the community Frank, Graham and Merv met Frank said he was proud of manager He said once shareholders stantial penalties can apply. Fire side the Fire Danger Period, Already this season there approved formalising the name sponse to a letter received from He said this “piece of para- entire community with a vision banking model meant ongoing with the chairman of the Neerim how rapidly the bank had grown When Bryan Leaf was ap- had purchased enough shares restrictions for Trafalgar and give neighbours at least two have been many burnoffs which and also will begin the process the Trafalgar Community Devel- dise” had been transformed into decided to fight for banking ser- benefits to the whole commu- South community bank. and the support it had in the pointed Trafalgar and District to start the bank, there was very surrounds began on Monday hours notice and call 1800 668 have escaped, including in the of rezoning the land to public opment Association proposing an open space that has great po- vices in the town. Trafalgar was nity. They had the vision and the community, with bank grants Community Bank’s first manager little business and they still had 19 November at 1am. 511 to register your burn. This Trafalgar area. It is sometimes park and recreation. several concepts for the reserve tential given its location to foot- a growing community, servicing “Without the Bendigo Bank, drive, but they needed the peo- and sponsorships donated back in 2003, he came with 30 years’ to meet wages. As a general rule, burning will reduce the chance of the surprising how quickly and Council also will provide - including a name that repre- paths, houses, schools and the smaller surrounding towns, with a lot of events and projects ple. into the community now topping experience. Bryan said they were losing off of grass, stubble, weeds, un- Brigade being called out un- vigorously a fire can take off. If funding in its 2018-19 budget to sented the O’Meara family. off-the-leash dog walking area. diverse personal, business and wouldn’t have been possible for A public meeting was organ- $1 million. But, his experience was in money and spending capital and dergrowth and other vegetation necessarily. You will be asked you are in doubt about whether provide interpretive signage at The name Hollydell is closely “It is a flat blank canvas that farming needs. some community groups. With ised to present the community Frank also acknowledged the major banking sector and then suddenly they moved into is allowed outside the Fire Dan- for the location, the expected or not to light up, it is probably the park, outlining the history of associated with the O’Meara could become something spe- Losing some of the major over half our profits going back banking model to the business the hard work of the many staff, the concept of community bank- a monthly profit stage and then ger Period beyond town bound- start and finish times of the better to delay. If you are at all the name Hollydell. family, being the name of the cial,” he said. banks was set to have a sig- into the community to support community and wider commu- particularly the first manager ing provided a new challenge built up enough money to repay aries. For local shire informa- burn, estimated size and what worried that your burn is get- A report to council said the family property. Cr Michael Leaney said from nificant impact on the commu- these groups we pride ourselves nity. Bryan Leaf and his staff who that Bryan was keen to embrace the original outlay. tion go to www.bawbawshire. you intend to burn as well as ting away from you, call 000 reserve was part of the open Council officers said the a branding point of view, nam- nity, so an alternative had to be on our contribution back to “We needed people with a worked extremely hard to se- and promote. Bryan was the bank’s first vic.gov.au/Resident-Informa- a call back phone number. straight away as it is better to space contribution when the name was acceptable to the ing the area Hollydell Park was found and with a vision in mind the local community, which in passion for what we were pur- cure business. After finishing up as manager manager for seven and a half tion/Local-Laws-and-permits/ Check the weather forecast catch a potentially serious situ- surrounding land was devel- community and the O’Meara much better than it being known the community approached the turn plays a key role in building suing. I was amazed to see how He said over the years there with the ANZ, Bryan had stepped years and is proud of the service Burning-Off. This site outlines for the day and for the few fol- ation before it develops. oped in the 1980s. family. as a linear reserve. Bendigo Bank in early 2001 to prosperity and resilience in our many people came on commit- had been a lot of people come back from full time work, hav- and reputation that quickly grew requirements for the five types lowing days. Make sure there Local police will be attend- The land is currently zoned Letters were sent to 84 Source: Warragul Gazette establish a community bank. community. tees and sub-committees to get and go on the board but ac- ing some time off when he was in Trafalgar. of property zones and a fact is a firebreak of at least three ing this fire season when there general residential. The area residents with 33 responses re- A committee was subsequently “The bank is an umbrella for the bank up and running. knowledged the work of longest encouraged to apply for the new Looking to its future, he be- sheet is available to download. metres cleared of flammable is a report of a possible illegal formed to evaluate the pro- a lot of community organisa- “People said, ‘this just isn’t serving member Peter Marx and Community Bank® position. lieves there is definitely more During the Fire Danger Pe- material and ensure that there burn. In general they will be posal and after a great deal of tions. going to happen’…the rest is former chairman Mick Bourke “When I left banking, I scope for growth. riod a permit must be obtained. are enough people to monitor, taking a zero tolerance ap- work, much unseen by the local “Some grant processes can history,” he said. who also did a power of work. wasn’t going back into banking. “There’s always more busi- Permits will probably be dif- contain and extinguish the burn proach to offences. Upgrade for Trafalgar community, the Trafalgar & Dis- be complicated, but Bendigo Frank had closely followed Once the bank was up and I was encouraged to apply for ness out there, you just have to ficult to obtain this season due safely. Someone capable of ex- For further information go trict Community Bank Branch Bank’s is simple and straight the progress and growth of the running, Frank said he was keen the manager’s position and at find it. to the warmer and drier con- tinguishing it must be at the to cfa.vic.gov and search for opened its doors in November forward,” he said. Rupanyup/Minyip Community to hand over to new people. first, I said no. “In the time I was there we ditions expected. Burnoffs for fire at all times. Have a water “Can I or Can’t I?”. transfer station for e-waste 2003. Jeff Hasthorpe was one of the Bank – Australia’s first commu- “I believed we needed con- “I was told it’s different and tried really hard to make sure The first branch was in the first board members with the nity bank formed 20 years ago. stant change and new people – it’s a different banking philoso- the service that was delivered Baw Baw Shire old National Australia Bank bank. “I was always fascinated it keeps the community involved phy. So, I applied,” he said. was high quality. aw Baw Shire Council’s audio devices, refrigerators and Baw Baw Shire Council was premises until the current He said “the bank handed about having a bank that you and stretches community con- The Bendigo Bank commu- “We had a big focus on cus- transfer stations in Lard- other white goods, hair dryers, one of 76 Victorian Council’s to premises were built. out $110,000 at its first commu- can have control of. tacts and connections.” nity banking model was very tomer focus and taking it that Bner, Trafalgar and Neer- TVs, heaters, and air-condition- receive funding towards e-waste The bank is now one of the nity grants evening. The more “This model has now grown When the ANZ recently an- service related. extra mile. Battle of im South will soon be upgraded ers. management infrastructure. district’s major financial con- people bank with us and the all over Australia, they are every- nounced it was closing its Tra- Bryan said he was used to a “It was about engaging in to accept and recycle e-waste The upgrade program is be- Lardner, Trafalgar and Neerim tributors, boosting the activities more banking they do with us, where. falgar branch, Frank said he banking industry model that was conversations with the commu- thanks to a $272,000 grant ing rolled out across the state South transfer stations are and viability of many local com- the more we can feed back into Frank became the board’s was pleased to be able to look focussed on a sales philosophy nity and the staff we had were from Sustainability Victoria. ahead of the Victorian Govern- among 130 sites identified for munity groups, organisations the community.” first chairman. For the next two back and know those early days and selling a product. good at it,” Bryan said. Trafalgar AGM The funding will facilitate de- ment’s ban on e-waste coming upgrading. and events across our catch- and a half years they worked of hardship were well worth the That was the major differ- Today’s bank is managed by Sue Jacka sign, fabrication and construc- into effect from 1 July 2019. The transfer station in Erica ment area on the eastern side “They won’t close our tirelessly to promote the bank struggle. ence to the major banks, he Phil Drummond and supported tion of three e-waste processing Following this date, e-waste will was not nominated for an infra- of the Baw Baw Shire including bank” and attract shareholders. “It is great that we had the said, and the community focus by 6 staff members. The branch he Battle of Trafalgar stration from Jarred Waddle- gar. All committee positions and storage sheds, one at each not be accepted in landfill sites structure upgrade due to the townships of Narracan, Thor- When all the major banks They set out to raise vision because we have secured appealed to Bryan. offers all the services that the big Community Festival was Smith from Trafalgar Vet with are to be declared vacant and of the nominated transfer sta- across Victoria. Instead, it must smaller scale operation how- pdale, Darnum, Willow Grow, were leaving Trafalgar, a small $300,000 to enable the bank banking services for Trafalgar. “I had lived in Trafalgar for a 4 bank do including: Business Tback this year on 21 his dog Rumbles. Market stalls there are positions as ordinary tions. be recycled. ever residents will be able to Walhalla and Tanjil South. group of local businessmen de- to open its doors. But before “I’ve always been a visionary number of years and I was keen Banking, Financial Planning, October as a day-time family added to the festivities. The committee members as well as E-waste includes any elec- The funding forms part of dispose of e-waste at the facility. The company concentrated cided there had to be an alter- even opening, requirements and I could see the benefits of to support the community. Agribusiness Management. friendly fun day. The highlight festival is run entirely by com- the president, vice president, trical equipment with a power a $16.5 million state-wide e- A tender for the infrastruc- on repaying the cost of the es- native. changed, and they had to raise pursuing the community bank. “So that became the catalyst Today, Trafalgar and District was the return of the land boat munity volunteers and the AGM secretary and treasurer. You cord or battery with parts that waste Infrastructure Support ture construction is currently tablishing the business for the If Trafalgar wanted to secure $400,000. “There’s always going to be for getting me back there.” Community Bank® Branch has: races as well as the demonstra- will be held on Wednesday 12 are invited to join this active have been discarded as waste Program announced by Minis- open. Works are anticipated to first two years and in 2006 fi- banking services for the town, “It was bloody hard work… someone that wants to talk to Bryan said the process they • A book balance of approxi- tions from various community December at 7pm at the An- committee and contribute to without the intention of re-use. ter for Energy, Environment and commence at toward the end of nancial year reported its first then it needed a community but we just had to take one day someone in a bank. That part used to start building a custom- mately $131 million in groups, a school choir, dance glican Community Complex, making possible an enjoyable This includes everything from Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio this year and be completed in profit. bank. at a time,” Frank said. of the finance world will never er base was visibility. “It was all loans and deposits groups and a special demon- 40 Contingent Street, Trafal- community event. old mobile phones, computers, MP back in April. the first half of 2019. Current branch manager Frank Hernadi, Graham “It was a tough slog; some change. about being seen in the commu- • More than 2500 bank Phil Drummond explained the Davey and Merv Swingler had people didn’t feel comfortable “At this stage, I feel we have nity and being active every op- accounts held community banking model is the foresight to look into com- chasing money. made that right for Trafalgar’s portunity we could.” • Approximately 315 structured in a way that the in- munity banking options. “We had a big turnover of future,” he said. “It was a lot of hard work shareholders; and Traf News travels to Germany Traf News travels to The Cavern come earned from people bank- “When the banks were leav- people but every one of those 80 Frank said he used to stand and a lot of time out at different • Paid approximately ing with a community bank is ing the town in droves we were people in the early days made a with the late Ozzie Mills outside clubs and organisations to pro- $529,348 dollars in spon- shared between Bendigo Bank worried,” Frank said. contribution.” the former Jolly’s Real Estate of- mote the bank. sorships supporting over and the local community bank- “Right from day one I could Once open, the business de- fice, look down the street and “But we moved fairly quickly 100 community groups
Bryan Leaf &Trafalgar Boxing Gym: In December 2008, the then Trafalgar & District Community oanne and Lyndon Johnson travelled to ground. The castle gained international fame as ave, one of the doorman at The Cavern The Cavern Club is famous as the venue where Bank® branch manager Bryan Leaf (right) presented $1306 sponsorship to Ray Harris, on behalf of Germany in August and used the efficient the site of Oflag IV-C, a prisoner-of-war camp dur- Club, Liverpool UK, reads Traf News dur- The Beatles performed on almost 300 occasions the Trafalgar Boxing Club, that enabled the club to purchase Australian Academy of Boxing training Branch Staff Photo: Current branch staff to help you will all your banking needs. Left to Right: railway network to get around. This photo of ing World War II for “incorrigible” Allied officers J Ding a quiet moment. in the early 1960s. and protective equipment. Kate, Phil, Christie, Shantelle, Gavin and Tiffany Joanne is taken with Colditz Castle in the back- who had repeatedly escaped from other camps. Page 6 — Traf News December 2018 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar December 2018 — Page 7 Bendigo Bank Trafalgar & District Bendigo Bank Trafalgar & District Community® Bank’s 15th Anniversary Community® Bank’s 15th Anniversary Ten-year anniversary time for the branch staff and ebrated the enormous achieve- Sponsorship of sporting facilities and equip- isations helping our community. Sponsorship Boosts tion it also gives all our women The Trafalgar and District bank customers to come to- ment of contributing $760,000 Bendigo Bank’s unique Com- ment, prize money, community Some of the most significant Women’s Polocrosse players the opportunity to com- Community Bank® Branch gether to reminisce about past back to the community, sup- munity Bank® model had col- Christmas events and support for total sponsorships contributed to A three-year funding agreement pete,” she said. 10-year Anniversary marked a achievements, and celebrate the porting over 100 community lectively returned $17 million events run by not-for-profit organ- organisations include: through the Trafalgar and Dis- To promote intermediate very significant time in the life future. groups in our catchment area. dollars to local communities Battle of Trafalgar Festival $29,776 Battle of Trafalgar trict Community Bank Branch and junior development, each of Trafalgar. Perhaps most no- On the 8th of November, all The Trafalgar and District Com- by 2016 with Trafalgar and Dis- Committee has enabled the Trafalgar Polo- team also included an interme- tably, the opening of the Battle the shareholders of the com- munity Bank® Branch also trict Community Bank® Branch Trafalgar Rotary Club $25,200 crosse Club to expand and grow diate or junior player in the two of Trafalgar, a huge beloved pany were invited to the public prides itself in providing quality returning almost $530,000 in Headway Gippsland $19,000 its annual women’s competition. divisions, which gave younger community event rich with his- hall to enjoy a band and cel- services to the community, see- sponsorship to the benefit of a Trafalgar FNC $17,230 Sixty players, including in- players an opportunity to play torical significance for the town ebrate their contribution to the ing a steady increase in banking range of community projects, Trafalgar Bowls Club $16,000 terstate representatives played with top level players and de- of Trafalgar. It was themed “All start of the community bank in business to the amount of al- events, schools, kindergartens, Hill End Community Inc $15,770 Hill End Art show in a 10 team, two division com- velop their skills. about U” Trafalgar. most $100 million in loans and clubs and organisations. A total Traf News Inc $15,389 petition at the club’s annual Off the field, TDCB also has The celebrations continued At the 10-year anniversary deposits at the 10-year anniver- of over 98 organisations have Trafalgar Victory FC 13,660 tournament earlier this year. been a great supporter of the through the branch itself, which mark, the Trafalgar and District sary mark. It truly is a bank for received funding for projects Yarragon Bowling Club $13,000 Last year’s event was so suc- club, allocating almost $10,000 was a unique and treasured Community Bank® Branch cel- the people. such as new uniforms, upgrade Trafalgar Polocrosse Club $12,930 cessful that the Trafalgar and to upgrade facilities by improv- Trafalgar Boxing Gym $11,491 District Community Bank came ing hot water and septic opera- on board as a major sponsor tions at the grounds for not only with a three-year sponsorship the polocrosse commitment to the club to make it an annual feature of its car- Grants Program nival. Another way the Community Growth and promotion of the Bank® reinvests profits back women’s competition would not into the local community is have been possible without the through its grants program. support of the bank. The program is administered by Club secretary Katie Mar- Community Enterprise Founda- tin is passionate about women tion™, the philanthropic arm in polocrosse and with other of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank. Grants applicants receiving funds for various community group projects women players in the club, the Community grants of almost competition has grown to be a $780,000, have been distrib- feature of the Victorian polo- uted to organisations during the crosse calendar. Trafalgar & District Community “We wanted to promote Bank’s® 15-year history. Proj- women’s polocrosse in Victoria ects have included; rebuilding by providing a high standard kitchens, toilets, roofs and in competition for our players public halls and RSL branch- without having to travel inter- es. Replacement of boundary state. fences at sporting grounds and “We also wanted to develop replacing the community wheel- our intermediate and junior chair accessible vehicle for women. Headway Gippsland. “It’s one of its kind in our A total of 45 organisations state and while aiming to pro- have received funding includ- vide a high standard competi- ing:
Headway Gippsland $76,500 Thorpdale Recreation Reserve $39,900 1st Trafalgar Scouts $30,387 Trafalgar FNC $26,000 Trafalgar Cricket Club $22,120 Yarragon Bowling club $21,760 Trafalgar CFA $21,666 Trafalgar Public Hall $21,065 Directors Jane Coots and Dianne Harrison with the Community Bank® mascot, eating cupcakes and enjoying the past 10 successful years of the bank Tanjil South Recreation Reserve $20,000 Trafalgar Thorpdale RSL $20,000 Building Extension
Headway Gippsland received a grant for a much-needed replacement of their 30 year old Coaster bus
Giving back to your and resilience of our commu- estimated directors would spend backgrounds then supports the serving director and former tration of the company. community. nity. about 10 hours a month attend- motto “bank branch established chair Jane Coots and Company If you are interested in the Trafalgar and District Financial The company is run by a ing board, committee meetings by the community for the com- Secretary Stephen Peterson re- future of community banking in Services Ltd strives to provide board of volunteer directors or representing the company at munity”. tired from the Board. Trafalgar and might be interest- our community with outstanding who have a connection to the lo- local community meetings. Since 2003 there have been There are 3 administration ed in volunteering your time as bank services and to play a key cal community. The board meets Having a diverse range 41 directors. At the annual gen- staff that support the board who a board member, contact Claire role in building the prosperity monthly, 10 times a year and it is of directors with varying eral meeting in November, long are responsible for the adminis- Anderson on 0499 169 888. “Bank branch established by the community for the community” Sponsorship Evening: Presentations of funds to local community groups at a sponsorship evening Presentation of sponsorship funds to the Soccer club for uniforms for junior players that the community bank holds regularly throughout the year Page 8 — Traf News December 2018 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar December 2018 — Page 9 Bendigo Bank Trafalgar & District Uralla Reserve installs plaque in Lions successful ® remembrance of Fred Boreham day at Route 69 Community Bank’s 15th Anniversary Louise Kennedy Young Trevor Byrne riends of Uralla have in- He enjoyed taking a break at placed on the sign, which reads: stalled a sign board and this picnic table when he spent ‘In memory of Fred Boreham. Youth Foundation and positive interactions and so- • Bachelor of Science Fplaque at the picnic table time with family and friends at Long time friend & volunteer of The Trafalgar Youth Foundation cial outcomes. • Bachelor of Media & Commu- on Ross Track at Trafalgar’s Ural- Uralla, so the Friends of Uralla Uralla Nature Reserve 2017’ has been running since 2011 Other noteworthy projects in- nications la Nature Reserve, in memory of felt that it would be a fitting me- Thank you to Baw Baw Shire through the Trafalgar and Dis- clude, but are not limited to: • Bachelor of Science a long serving member of Uralla morial to Fred, to have a sign for funding the brass plaque, to trict Community Bank® and • Theatrecraft Youth Unlimited Advanced Research Nature Reserve committee, Fred reading: ‘Fred’s View’ at this lo- the Men’s Shed for assistance have given funds to a broad va- Summer Intensive Drama • Bachelor of Arts/Masters of Boreham. cation on Ross Track in the Re- with the sign making, and to riety of youth community group Program Teaching (secondary) Fred was a great supporter serve. Fred always had a ‘view’ Friends of Uralla volunteers who projects. The purpose of the • Trafalgar High School Gym • Bachelor of Commerce of Uralla Nature Reserve, and on matters that interested him, put the sign and plaque in place. Youth Foundation is to gener- and Sporting Equipment Ini- • Media and Communication volunteered for many years on and Uralla Reserve benefitted ate an awareness of local youth tiative • Bachelor of Teaching/Bach- the Uralla committee, maintain- from his commitment and advo- ‘Fred’s View’ sign and plaque, needs and views, to encourage • Green Light Driving School elor of exercise science ing our lovely reserve for all to cacy in improving the Uralla for placed next to a picnic table youth to harness their strengths Education • Certificate III in Light Vehicle enjoy. Fred sadly died on August everyone to appreciate. along Ross Track in Uralla Na- and passions to develop philan- Mechanical Technology 23, 2017. A brass plaque was also ture Reserve thropic projects for the better- Student Scholarships With applications for the ment of the community, and to The Trafalgar & District Com- 2019 program opening shortly, facilitate youth participation and munity Bank® Branch Student key eligibility criteria for appli- engagement. Scholarship program aims to cants includes: The vision of today’s Youth assist academically motivated Applicant Lions Members Rhonda Bottoms, Pat Tatterson and Wendy Moon Foundation is to provide safe, students from Trafalgar and • must be an Australian citizen ready to provide Hot Dogs at the Holden Museum creative spaces for youth to surrounding districts, who have or permanent resident; develop leadership and philan- been offered a place at an Aus- • must be from Trafalgar and he Holden Museum Day wiches while this year, Trafalgar thropic skills, and to increase tralian university, TAFE Institute district (residing in, or have was a great day for our Lions sold Hot Dogs, while all funded, youth driven projects or college to study for the first attended a secondary school Ttown, the Holden Mu- having fun. with mentored support for the time at Bachelor degree level in, the townships of Nar- seum and our club. It was very There regretfully will be no benefit of the local community. and are experiencing challeng- racan, Trafalgar, Yarragon, The Trafalgar & District Community Bank Branch Youth Foundation supporting youth in our community pleasing to see what a great christmas stocking raffle this ing circumstances. The Schol- Shady Creek, Willow Grove, band of workers turned out year, however our christmas Some of the community arship program supports the Rawson, Erica, Walhalla, Tan- for the day. First of all the tre- raffle is underway with visa gift groups that have been supported following study related expenses jil South or their surrounding A friend and great supporter mendous effort by the Museum cards to be won. are: - accommodation costs, course districts); of Uralla Nature Reserve, Fred Volunteers on traffic control and Many of our club members The Summit Camp/Impact costs, study-related materials/ • can demonstrate the chal- Boreham in his final visit to hosting the day. The scouts with attended our District convention Project to go towards their ad- equipment, textbooks, tutoring lenging circumstances (fi- The plaque which is embedded in the Fred’s View sign at Uralla Nature Reserve in Trafalgar Uralla in July 2017 their sausages, the Men’s Shed conveniently held this year at venture camp benefiting 150 and /or education related travel nancial &/or social) hinder- provided egg and bacon sand- Morwell, which was a good day. youths from all back grounds in (within Australia). ing your ability to undertake teaching them leadership skills The Trafalgar and District further study; and and how to apply them to their Scholarship Program has been a • be an academically motivated he annual get together the November meeting just be- own lives. highly successful initiative, run- student who can demonstrate Probus cluster of the West Gippsland fore Rememberance Day and Trafalgar Boxing Gym for their ning since 2012. In that time, community involvement. Tcluster group of clubs provided an excellent history Strengthening the Youth pro- we have provided enormous op- The Scholarship award value was held at Gumbuya World in of our local RSL. He highlighted gram which involved volunteers portunity through giving funded for study at undergraduate Bach- luncheon John Attwell October and over 210 represen- the work done with schools to coming to the gym to mentor, scholarships to 18 students, elor degree level is $2,000 per tatives from the 7 clubs had a understand the meaning of days coach and work with local young valuing $104,000. year for 3 years for each success- wonderful opportunity to stroll like Anzac Day and Remember- people aged between 10-25 The study areas that the stu- ful recipient, subject to the crite- around and check out the facili- ance Day. The RSL certainly years to combat physical and so- dents have been involved in have ria set out above and satisfactory ties before the lunch in the func- does a lot of good work in this cial barriers. This was achieved ranged from the following: academic performance. tion centre. area and our community gener- through creating individual goals • Bachelor of Biomedical Further Information can be They have certainly done a ally and strongly supports the and outcomes focused on health • Zoology and Animal Science obtained from Melanie Jinnette great job in setting up the wild- veteran community as part of (physical and mental wellbeing) • Bachelor of Nursing on 0402 106 088. life and bird sections with over it’s responsibility towards those 50 different species of animals who gave so much for our way and over 200 bird types as well of life. It was good to inspect the as the entertainment rides and various memorabilia he had as Joy Tonkin on the left, President Anne Brennan & Judith Camp- adventure facilities. Gumbuya is well as his well earned award bell on right a registered zoo. They have over for the OAM. 500 acres there and have plenty of room for expansion for their Christmas Function plans to make Gumbuya the We are off to the Warragul tourist gateway for Gippsland. Country Club with over 70 mem- Current plans include a Wool- bers ready to enjoy a great day shed Auditorium, Dinosaur of “Fun Friendship and Fellow- Experience and an Indigenous ship” for Christmas. We may Cultural Centre as well as major even get a visit from Santa. accommodation facilities. We had a wonderful lunch in New Members A Little Patch of Country Successful applicants receiving funding for scholarships with branch manager Phil Drummond and Jim & Antoinette Turra with President Anne Brennan receiving the function centre which has This month we inducted two Di Harrison – Ex Board member their Probus 10 year pins garden views all around for a new members into our Club. very pleasant outlook while en- Welcome to Judith Campbell Christmas table runners joying the company of so many who was sponsored by Anne Probians. Brennan and to Joy Tonkin who and placemats now in stock was sponsored by Lesley Aber- Get ready for Christmas now! Lady of the swamp nethy. We are sure that you will By the time you are reading this enjoy many years of good times r nces wa Trafa ar over 30 of our members will with our Club. have been to see the Tullaree Ph: 5633 2311 Homestead at Buffalo to hear 10 Year Members about and see the place where This month we were able to ALBERT’S CORNER this mystery unfolded. More congratulate Jim and Antoinette about that in the next issue. Turra on their achievement of Learn from yesterday, live for 10 years with our Club. They are today, hope for tomorrow. The Ray James (OAM) Visit very good Probians and partici- important thing is not to stop Betty McCulloch with Maggie Attwell in the Koala Display Ray was our guest speaker at pate in many of our outings. questioning. – Albert Einstein at Gumbuya World Page 10 — Traf News December 2018 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar December 2018 — Page 11
Wish Fullfilled Emma Ballingall Trafalgar local Emily receives queen scout Traf Dental “I foolishly said my ambition pupils speaks volumes for her companying students in competi- head of chamber music at Austra- was playing in the Melbourne abilities as a teacher. However, tions. lian National Academy of Music Wombat Lyons Town Hall,” she said. she firmly puts all credit upon the However, Judy said performing (ANAM). mily Hornby of Trafalgar Scouts in Trafalgar before moving helper at the 1st Trafalgar Scout involved in her venturers includ- Care Sponsors Judy has fond childhood students themselves. as a concerto - a solo pianist ac- Alex Waite joined Tim at ANAM was awarded her Queen on to Venturers at Traralgon. group at first with the cubs (youth ing the weekly trip from Trafalgar memories of listening to classical “What they have done is amaz- companied by an orchestra - was and has performed in Europe, EScout award on 21 Octo- In the presentation it was aged 7 to 11) and then with the to Traralgon. At the time Emily concerts on ABC from Melbourne ing,” said Judy. “I’m sick and a whole new experience and one Asia and across Australia. ber 2018. Emily was one of 3 noted some of the activities Emily joeys (youth aged 5 to 7). reached the age of 15, 1st Trafal- Town Hall alongside her father tired of taking credit for them. that makes her “terribly nervous”. Judy has taught students of recipients on the day, sharing her did towards the award including During the presentation Em- gar didn’t offer the Venturer pro- TOM who was a musician. They have worked like slaves to It was also an experience she all ages and stages across her 72 celebration with Campbell Pike & competing in the NSW Scout hik- ily made special presentation of gram, but recently, the group has “It was always in the Mel- get where they are. You have to had to wait to achieve. years. Alicia Ewen of the 1st Traralgon ing competition, Dragon Skin and queen scout pins to her mother opened its own unit which meets Paula Walland bourne Town Hall because that be very ambitious, very clever and “It’s quite thrilling for a piano She has been a member of Scout group. many hours of community service and father to thank them for their on a Thursday evening 7pm to was the only hall or theatre that willing to work like workhorses, soloist with an orchestra behind the Victorian Music Teachers As- Emily attended Cubs and including six terms as a youth support especially all the driving 9pm. team of seven Junior Tournament of Minds (TOM) musicians had in that day.” which they have done.” them. It’s beautiful music. It was sociation for 50 years as well as School students from St competition to qualify for the Mr Williams said Judy was Although far beyond retire- always my ambition...and I never being a life member of the Latrobe A Paul’s Anglican Gram- state finals which was held at stunned and taken aback upon ment age, Judy says “I haven’t did until 73. It was an exciting Orchestra and the Latrobe Valley mar School recently had an La Trobe University, Bundoora. After 72 years of teaching piano, Judy Hall fulfilled her dream being given a chance to fulfil her stopped teaching by any means”. day.” Eisteddfod. amazing experience represent- The Language Literature team of performing a concerto at the Melbourne Town Hallon 18 November dream. She has fewer pupils but now With a few more concertos un- She was awarded the VMTA ing Victoria at the Tournament placed first in their division at “It’s really lovely that complete focuses on helping teach the next der her belt and the date for the Distinguished Teacher’s Award in of Minds (TOM) 2018 Interna- state, whilst the STEM team re- udy Hall fulfilled her dream across all of Gippsland” in her 72 strangers in Melbourne would generation of music teachers. Melbourne Town Hall concert set, 2011 and an OAM for service to tional Finals in Darwin. ceived an honourable mention of performing at the Mel- years of teaching. even be interested and they are This has finally given Judy time to Judy has been practicing hard to music in 1996. After winning their Region- in their division at state. Jbourne Town Hall at the “She’s a bit of a legend and in- really keen for it to happen,” he focus on her own playing. perfect a bar or two each day. Other past students include al and State finals, the team Queensland was the overall age of 96. spiring in a lot of ways. Music keeps said. “So, she’s got a chance to Despite Judy stating “the best Whilst her memory is not what Warragul’s Pamela Burnard who represented Victoria in the winner of the TOM Internation- The piano teacher, born and her young,” he added. fulfil her dream at 96.” teachers are not good players... it used to be and arthritis affects has worked as an adjudicator Language Literature Primary al Final in what was described raised in Trafalgar and a long-time When speaking to the Gazette “My first impression was a you can’t often be both”, Mr Wil- her fingers, she is giving her all to and is now a professor at Cam- division at the TOM 2018 In- as a highly competitive field resident of Moe, performed along- about the honour, Judy joked “I’m a forcefully determined, extremely liams said her musical acumen is provide a wonderful performance. bridge University, Trafalgar’s Paul ternational Finals in Darwin, of teams, with all teams de- side past students and the Gippsland bit old to start all of a sudden to have talented and gifted musician with as attuned now as it ever was. Amongst her past pupils to fea- Rickard-Ford who is now a senior where they competed against veloping confident, clever and Symphony Orchestra on Sunday, 18 publicity coming my way”. the uncanny ability to inspire, Judy has been performing at ture in the Melbourne Town Hall piano lecturer at Sydney Conser- teams from all over Australia, creative solutions to the chal- November. Judy said an “off the cuff” com- motivate and teach others a love charitable community events and concert are Tim Young and Alex vatorium of Music and Opera Aus- New Zealand, Hong Kong and lenges, which were presented Orchestra conductor, and Tra- ment in a radio interview had snow- and passion for lifelong learning retirement homes with ‘Judy for Waite. tralia’s Paul Fitzsimon and Vanessa Thailand. with humour and energy. falgar resident, David Williams said balled into City of Melbourne offer- of music.” Friends’ over many years. She Tim spent almost a decade Scammell. TOM is a problem solv- The trip to Darwin was Judy had made “such a footprint ing Swanston Hall for the concert. Judy’s long list of successful also spent numerous years ac- performing in Europe and is now Source: Warragul Gazette ing program for Primary and made possible for the students Secondary students that de- by the generosity of community velops diverse skills through members who assisted with Trafalgar Primary Students run laps for new goal posts open-ended challenges across funding the tour: the students Debbie Di Sisto STEM (Science, Technology, and their families are extreme- Jenny Heggart (mother), Emily Hornby and Mike Hornby (father) Engineering and Mathematics), ly grateful to major sponsors n the week commencing 16 learnt about plotting graphs using perfect and students enjoyed fresh students have commenced a five We have our Festival on the Anglican Church Trafalgar and Li- Language Literature, Social Sci- Trafalgar Dental Care and Sure October our Grade 4, 5 and bi variables on an x and y axis. The fruit donated by IGA Trafalgar after week swimming program this Lawn coming up on Friday 7 De- ons Club Trafalgar. ences and The Arts disciplines. Constructions, as well as War- I6 students were fortunate students all had a great time and the run. Perhaps the highlight was term, where students will learn the cember, an event showcasing our Transition days are fast ap- Earlier this year both the St ragul Towing, Gumbuya World, enough to go on a class excursion thoroughly enjoyed their time at the teacher race at the end. We are fundamentals of swimming and students Musical Futures program proaching. The statewide transition Paul’s Language Literature and Simonds Homes, Mercure War- to Quantum Victoria, in MacLeod. Quantum. happy to advise that the students staying safe around water. to our school community. Festival day is on Tuesday 11 December STEM teams placed first in Pri- ragul and St Paul’s Anglican The student’s used interactive On 26 October 2018 we held raised enough money for new Our Grade 6 graduation is on on the Lawn will start at 6pm on 2018, on this day our year 6’s will mary at the Gippsland Region Grammar School. games on Kinetic sports to learn our annual Lap-A-Thon, where football goal posts. A big thank you 17 December 2018, where we the school oval, bring a chair or visit their 2019 Secondary School, about Mode, Median and Mean in student’s dressed in house co- to our school community, without will say goodbye to our Grade picnic blanket, grab a sausage our 2019 Foundation students will mathematical terms. The students lours and run laps of the school you, things like this would not be 6 students before they leave on from the Rotary Club and sit back visit the Primary School and all our worked in small groups to com- oval raising money for new sport- achievable. their new journey’s into secondary and enjoy the music. Proudly sup- other students will meet all of the Rev Sue Jacka plete mathematical tasks and also ing equipment. The weather was Our Foundation to Grade 2 school. ported by Rotary Club Trafalgar, teachers in their 2019 year level.
Cheer me up chair Sonia Lombardo ReflectionHear the bells ringing! gan with 120 kids in detention, there Carols Reflectionhristmas is traditionally about are now only 27. So when you hear • Thorpdale: 6pm Wednesday 12th t Joseph’s Mini Vinnie’s chair as part of their community group were grateful to re- service work. When a student sits bells ringing and family get to- the bells ringing, you will know that December at Pioneer Park. Back ceive their new ‘Cheer me Up on this chair, others can identify Cgethers. Often we might give a symbolically a voice is being raised for after a break, it will be picnic style S gift for a needy child. Maybe this year, justice. again, so enjoy a provided sausage Chair’. Crafted by the Men’s Shed a feeling of loneliness and assist, we can think about the refugee kids on in bread with bit of coleslaw or bring The St Paul’s TOM Language Literature team who competed at of Trafalgar, with materials heavily including welcoming them into the Tournament of Minds (TOM) 2018 International Finals in discounted by TM & H Hardware, their playground activities. We Nauru. Each Friday at noon the bells Christmas Giving Tree your own food. Bring a picnic rug or at St Mary’s Trafalgar will be ringing, As Christmas approaches, it’s good chair and something warm to wear if Darwin, with Dr Tatjana Jovanovic from Trafalgar Dental Care this chair will help students who look forward to it sitting brightly (a major team sponsor): Pictured left-right are Ananya Srihari, feel lonely or in need of comfort in our yard and once again thank once for each child held in detention to be able to share the love around. it is cool weather! The Latrobe Com- Rear left to right: Eric Johnson, Stan Kelly, Sienna Jonas, Bridie Anoushka Kerhalkar, Zoe Lecher, Dr Tatjana Jovanovic from Tra- within the school grounds. Mini the local Men’s Shed of Trafalgar in Australia’s jurisdiction. Sometimes Christmas is a very difficult time of the munity Concert Band will be playing Trafalgar primary school students at Quantum Victoria learning Balfour, Xanthe Paul, Ron Fletcher, Front left to right: Sheridan falgar Dental Care, Angela Mirkovic, Lucy McKenzie, Zoe Caris Vinnie’s will paint and install the for their generous donation. it is hard to ‘see’ injustice in our own year for many people across Gippsland. and there will a visit from Santa for about sports in mathematical terms Jacobs, Hannah Upston and Noah Tunks culture because we just go along with Anglicare is collecting presents for the children. and Krish Gupta. what has become the familiar way of children in foster care and for indi- • Trafalgar: 7pm Community carols Trafalgar things. When this happens, people of viduals and families in financial need. Tuesday 18th December. This popu- Dental Care a particular culture begin to believe Non perishable Christmas foodstuffs lar community event will be held Natural Garden Trafalgar Men that their norm is accepted across and decorations are also greatly appre- on the grass between the Uniting Wishing all our valuable Est. the developed world as a fair and rea- ciated. Gift cards for music or DVDs Church and Public Hall. The Moe Chinese Restaurant 1966 sonable way of behaviour. Although or clothing shops are very helpful for Salvation Army Band will be playing customers a and Boys Wear both our major political parties have teenagers. Last year, our community to accompany the community sing- Very Merry Christmas Graham, Maria promoted off shore detention for all was very generous with donations and ing. Candles, both wax and battery Open for lunch & dinner Julie & Shae people who have come as refugees by these were greatly appreciated by the operated, will be available. Please wish all boat, the world community has been people who pack up parcels for needy bring your own picnic rug or chair Home Delivery available amazed that Australia has broken the people. and dress up warmly if the weather - Sourdough breadmaking classes UNHCR (United Nations High Commis- We also collect unwrapped gifts and is cool. All proceeds support the Traf News readers - Weekly bread baking to orders placed by Wednesday Online Ordering sion on Refugees) ruling that children non-perishable Christmas food items Christmas Bowl appeal which pro- a Happy, Safe and should not be kept in detention during at Sunday services until the second vides development programs in poor - Gift Vouchers 10% discount for Merry Christmas processing. As well as the UN and Am- Sunday in December- the 9th this year. countries. - Sourdough Bread platters for special events advance table bookings and New Years nesty International, this movement to Once again, there is a giving tree • Christmas Services at St Mary’s allow these kids a chance at a normal set up at the Bendigo bank in Trafal- Monday 24th 6pm Carols and Nativ- including baguettes, focaccia and ciabatta www.my-order.online/naturalgarden/menu life has a large list of Australian Ambas- gar. It’s a great way to share around a ity- a family friendly, all age service. - Demonstrations and discussion to community groups Christmas opening times: sadors, including many distinguished bit of Christmas joy with less fortunate Kids are encouraged to dress up as ChristmasOpen closure all days on 23other December 24 Contingent Street TRAFALGAR doctors. (See kidsoffnauru.com). An- people. Please don’t wrap presents a shepherd or angel. 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Trafalgar was travelling west to south- Korean leaders meeting, it is and spent 341 days in Korea. was accompanied by his wife timely that local ex-service- A further six ex-servicemen Hyo Soon Kwon, his daughter awarded Trafalgar’s 2018 conducts educational programs. service was alerted via a rapid response west. This posed an immediate T men were recently recognised from local RSL sub-branches Claire, son-in- law Francis and citizen of the year at Trafalgar’s Ray always presents these pro- ¡ Ray also drives around to the call made by Darnum-Elinbank problem to houses and prop- for their service during the Ko- were presented with their me- their children. General Kwon Australia Day celebrations last grams so that all the students are schools of these towns and Fire Brigade whom requested 10 erty immediately in the fi re line rean War, also known as ‘The dallion from General Kwon. has held many distinguished month for his contribution to Tra- involved and feel so much part of drops off and picks up all do- fi re trucks on scene to combat a direction. Trafalgar crew was Forgotten War’. The search to find Korean positions in his South Korean falgar’s RSL community. the moment when he is talking. nation tins for the Anzac Day going bush fi re in a HVP planta- stationed at a house for asset South Korea’s General Veterans involved Department career, including: In receiving the award, Ray Ray works tirelessly for the and Remembrance Days each tion. protection until Sunday morning. Kwon Young Hae (ret’d) pre- for Veteran Affairs (DVA), • Commanding officer, 6th said, It is an honour but I believe RSL Sub-Branch and the Trafal- year. The fi re was intense, and Along comes daybreak Sun- sented the South Korean Me- which identified 11 Korean Division South Korean there are people worthier than gar community generally. Some ¡ He visits all the old veterans in moving quickly through the day morning, 11 March. The fi re dallion and certificate in rec- veterans who live between Dr- Army me who maybe are not in the examples are: Andrews House retirement vil- undergrowth. Despite the best was contained to minimise threat ognition of a veteran’s service ouin and Traralgon, however, • Head of security (police The South Korean medallion limelight as much. ¡ Ray has spent many volunteer lage and also elderly members efforts of the initial fi re crews, to property via bulldozer lines, during the Korean War at a re- no names were provided. and army) Seoul Olympics presented to local Korean War In 1992, the Trafalgar RSL hours improving the almost at their homes. If any veteran unfortunately the fi re reached direct fi re fi ghting tactics and ception at Trafalgar Thorpdale Contacting local RSL sub- (1988) veterans at Trafalgar Thorp- Sub-Branch was disbanded due 100-year-old RSL building or member is ill or needs for the gullies and there it became back burning. However, a wind RSL on 6 May. branches, Jim Crowe was able • Vice-Defence Minister dale RSL on May to lack of numbers and interest in through applying for grants something, Ray is the fi rst one inaccessible to fi re fi ghters. change bought on a whole new The master of ceremony to put names to that number, (1990-93) the town. and organising and undertak- there to help out. He organises Trafalgar Fire Brigade turned front on the east side of the fi re for the afternoon was Trafal- and indeed, found one not re- • Defence Minister (1993) In 2004 the Thorpdale RSL ing a lot of the work required meals when members are sick out from the station with fi ve fl ank. gar Thorpdale RSL’s vice-pres- corded by DVA. • Chief of Korean Intelli- was also in line to be disbanded getting the building up to and anything else that they re- crew on board. They were later Trafalgar Fire Brigade had ident, Jim Crowe. The event came about fol- gence National Security and Ray put out the call for any in- code quire met on scene by a further two no sooner arrived back into the In front of an audience lowing a discussion between (1994-98) terested people to come along to ¡ He put in place a two-year Ray was awarded the Baw Baw crew members in the Forward station to re-fuel and re-stow of approximately 70, locals Trafalgar Thorpdale presi- • Chairman of Associa- some meetings he was organising project to renovate and ex- shire Citizen of the Year Award Command Vehicle FCV which the trucks, when the alert came George Howorth from Tra- dent Ray James, Jim Crowe, tion of Korean National South Korea’s General Kwon with the idea to form an amalga- tend the Sub-Branch hall, in 2014 and honoured with life is a brigade owned Ford Ranger through again for rapid re- falgar, and Allan Frost and and Malcom Dobson. Plan- Foundation Since 1948 oung Hae (ret’d) with mation of the Trafalgar and Thor- (which was built in 1922 by membership of RSL Australia used as a control point rather sponse. This time the truck left Glenda Chambers on behalf of ning for the presentation took (2013-present) Trafalgar’s George Howorth at pdale RSL’s and to see if we could local World War 1 veterans,) 2016 in recognition for his con- than direct fi re fi ghting. the station with four crew mem- their late father, Lance Corpo- many months, Representatives Over 17,000 Australians the cenotaph at Trafalgar Thor- restart a RSL sub-branch could be to accommodate and relocate tributions and efforts The captain of Trafalgar Fire bers onboard. Brian Mynard, Fire fi ghters assessing the fi re edge ral James Ernest Frost of Thor- from Drouin, Warragul, Moe, served during the Korean War, pdale RSL after re-formed. an 8m x 2.5m World War 1 The Judges commended Ray Brigade, Danny Mynard, was ap- Trafalgar Fire Brigade’s 2nd lieu- pdale, received the medallion Yallourn Newborough, Mor- of which 340 were killed and George had been presented This became successful and honour roll from the old shire for his tireless work on behalf of pointed sector commander of tenant, was responder for sector to the east and the potential for protection. which were attacked successful- had crew members on day shift from General Kwon. well and Traralgon RSL sub- over 1216 wounded. A further with his South Korean Medal- in February 2007 the Trafalgar offi ces the Trafalgar Thorpdale RSL Sub- Australia s national anthem was sung with gusto at Trafalgar s Australia Day celebration T S T 5 the west fl ank. This put him in command on the east fl ank in it to escape onto neighbouring Approximately six fi re fi ght- ly, all our efforts were rewarded and night shift working on the Jack Cooper’s great grand-daughter, George was a past member branches attended the presen- 29 were prisoners of war. lion by General Kwon Thorpdale RSL Sub-Branch re- ¡ In the same period, Ray’s Branch and the community. charge of numerous trucks from Trafalgar’s FCV. farmland. Trafalgar Fire Brigades ing aircraft responded on Sun- and the fi re edge was stopped fi re ground using Trafalgar’s Olivia Stollery with her father, Leigh, ceived its charter. Ray was the strenuous efforts resulted in large crowd turned out to of ceremony being shared by committee chair, Mick Bourke District Community Development David Watts, who, with his family, the importance of volunteerism all different fi re brigades on the The area to protect this time truck was stationed on a deer day to try and slow the spread of from spreading. thermal imaging camera. after laying a wreath in Jack’s memory Jeff Hasthorpe laying a wreath in memory of those who served in the Boer War inaugural president and has been the relocation of the Trafalgar Trafalgar’s 2018 citizen of the celebrate Australia Day at members of Trafalgar’s 1st Scout OAM, then outlined the new pro- Association (TCDA) represen- moved to Trafalgar in 2014. to him. His speech was both west side of the fi re ground. was the HVP plantation assets farm near Mount Worth as asset fi re. Apart from a few spot fi res, Since Sunday, Trafalgar has T president ever since. cenotaph to the RSL, through year, Ray James, with Trafalgar ATrafalgar Public Hall on Group. cess for judging of the nominees tative, Rod Boon, to announce David, since then, has taken entertaining and informative. arge crowds attended the Then the names on the to be published in June edition The Reveille is the long bugle Day commemorative service fol- dedication service where the Ray has been an outstanding him organising local trades- Community Development 26 January. The ceremony started with lo- for this annual award. He con- Ray’s award. an active part in the community, The Trafalgar Australia Day two Anzac Day commemo- cenotaph of WW1 Trafalgar ser- of Traf News. call, whereas the Rouse is the lowing immediately at the Trafal- names of two deceased service- leader in all aspects for the 200- man and volunteers Association’s Citizen of the ear Approximately 150 people cal state member of parliament, cluded by encouraging people to Ray said that the award was currently Trafalgar High School’s celebrations are organised by a Lrations at Trafalgar last vicemen were read out by Chris To begin fi nalising Dawn Ser- short bugle call played at other gar cenotaph on the RSL grounds. men, were added to the memorial Trafal ar es T at T e Ma ro plus member RSL Sub-Branch. ¡ Ray has ensured that eight sur- committee member, Rod oon saw Trafalgar Thorpdale RSL’s Gary Blackwood outlining what start thinking now of people who for all who contributed to the school council president and number of local organisations month; the Dawn Service and the Johnson. The public were invited vice the Last Post was sounded commemorative services such as Master of ceremonies, Trafal- wall. They were William Henry president Ray James awarded Tr- Australia Day meant for him, fol- could be considered for next RSL, not just him, and went on president of Trafalgar Rotary working together: Trafalgar Pub- itter sweet for Traf owls lu March later in the morning. to approach the cenotaph and followed by a minutes silence. Remembrance Day. gar Thorpdale RSL’s senior vice Powell who served in World War afalgar’s 2018 Citizen of the Year. lowed by Cr Peter Kostos repre- year’s award. to explain the purpose of Trafal- Club. lic Hall Trafalgar High School t was both triumph and heart- Trafalgar Thorpdale RSL Sub affi x poppies next to the names of After one minute the silence Dawn Service was then con- president Jim Crowe, conducted 1 and his son, Arthur Henry Pow- very parent knows the my wife and sister, the next day Trafalgar collection. The efforts of the organising break at Trafalgar Bowls Branch President Ray James the servicemen as they were read was then disrupted by the Rev- cluded with the lowering of the the service. ell, who served at RAAF East Sale An excellent initiative of senting Baw Baw Shire Council. He then introduced com- gar’s RSL club. He spoke of his family’s en- TCDA and Lions Club of Trafal- anxiety involved with we were all out again and my Peter said he was over- committee and volunteers raised alt a es e t for Mel o rne Stars the day was the role of masters Trafalgar’s Citizen of the Year mittee member and Trafalgar & The keynote speaker was joyment of living in Trafalgar and gar. Photos: Warragul Gazette Club as West Gippsland started dawn service at 6am An- out. eille. The Reveille, taken from the Australian fl ag and New Zealand After the Anzac requiem, local in the 1950s. I having sick children. In brother in law joined us. It had a whelmed by the generosity of in excess of 20,000, double Bowls grand fi nals were played zac Day, to a crowd of approxi- Ray James then told a story, French word ‘reveillez’ meaning fl ag to half mast. Boer War veterans, Smith James Then Chris Johnson read out E November last year three mates real family feel to it’ the work of volunteers and the original expectations. As a out across the district last month. mately 200 people. written from the perspective to wake up, symbolises the drum Approximately 400 people Rankin, John Jessie Hasthorpe all of the names on the cenotaph, Liam Durkin were talking over a drink and Mr Michael Patterson from those who donated. I realised thank you Graham, Michael and While its Saturday division To begin Dawn Service the of a servicemen going to war. beat that used to sound just prior turned up for the Anzac Day and Reginal Murray Hasthorpe of Trafalgar servicemen who had decided they were going to try the Criterion Hotel had a num- at about 10pm on Thursday Peter were invited to meet with rafalgar Cricket Club’s Ni- ouse fi re ontained y F four side celebrated after tak- Australian fl ag and New Zealand The story was written by a to daybreak during WW1, now March, which started at Criterion were acknowledged. died in WW1 & WW2. to make a difference. They were ber of staff members volunteer night after the fi rst day had been other volunteers from across ing a comfortable 2 shot victory fl ag were raised to full masthead. Trafalgar Primary School student, played on the bugle. Hotel at 10.45am, with the Anzac This was followed by a plaque T 5 cole Faltum shined bright- going to raise 10,000 for the to collect on the day, Instead counted that this was going to be Gippsland and were fortunate over Traralgon , 107 shots to Test on the big stage, playing rafalgar mum Britt Lamb The pair escaped unharmed ing burnt claws and whiskers, smoke detectors but Ms Lamb Royal Children’s Hospital. of having a sleep in or head- bigger than we had anticipated. enough to be thanked by Herald 1, to win the pennant, it was a her fi rst game for the Melbourne had just drifted off to sleep but their cat Wally was injured, and having nasal problems, the and Cameron evacuated before Organising committee mem- ing off to the beach these guys Then the work of roadside col- and Weekly Times Chair, Penny case of commiseration for the Stars in the Women’s Big Bash Twhen a loud bang woke their home of 16 years was com- cat has been reunited with the they sounded. ber and former President of were down there at 8am Friday lectors on Friday completely Fowler. Ms Fowler explained her against the Adelaide Strikers at her about 2am on Sunday, 28 pletely destroyed and they lost Lambs. Cash donations can be club’s division one side. S a n a l ttle off t e top for e e a the Trafalgar Chamber of Com- morning collecting, rattling tins blew me away, we had The CFA, connection with the appeal goes T Ross Lyons Casey fi elds in early January. January. everything. Ms Lamb said she was over- made at Trafalgar Community merce, Mr Graham Davey, said and loving every minute of it. I the Chamber of Commerce, the back three generations to her rafalgar High School year off as promised but also ex- With the match being played A second bang followed and Cameron has cerebral palsy whelmed by the generosity of the Bank (BSB 633000, account Trafalgars division one team the response of local residents found out later that quite a few Football and Netball club to- grandfather Sir Keith Murdoch 8 student, Maxwell Mead ceeded his fundraising goal with on a Friday, Faltum was then Ms Lamb thought her 16-year- and was upset that he couldn’t community. 162023824) while goods can be was sadly defeated in the was amazing, We sat down of them stayed longer than they gether with other community and her grandmother Dame Eliz- (Max) set himself a fun- $2068 raised. retained for the match against old son Cameron was having an save his bike, iPhone or com- Gee whiz, everyone has been dropped at True Value Hardware grand fi nal T and devised a schedule of how had to because they were having members volunteering. I had abeth Murdoch who set up the the Melbourne Renegades at the epileptic seizure in the toilet. puter but he was very happy that fantastic, she said. or Trafalgar IGA. Back row from left: eoff Burt draising goal of $1000 to shave Max’s parents Libby and many people we needed and so much fun and to keep up with three generations of one family appeal 87 years ago. Over this MCG on the following Saturday. She hurried to his aid but in- Wally survived. The community of Trafalgar A fundraising barbecue was manager , Ken apper, James off his hair for the annual Leu- Paul Mead said “as you can well come up with 18 to 20. We had the demand. As an employer I out collecting, people from 16 time the appeal has raised 327 Despite the temperature top- stead found a bright light when The Trafalgar community has been just great. held at the Trafalgar IGA on 10 Mc ausland, Scott Jones, Tom kemia Foundation fundraiser, imagine, he is fairly chuffed with 36 volunteers. My wife Maria set cannot tell you how proud I am to 70, I had husbands and wives million for the Royal Childrens ping 41 degrees, the young wick- she opened her laundry door immediately rallied to start col- Ms Lamb and Cameron are February. The donations re- Lodge, Paul Dawson, Terry World’s Greatest Shave. everyone’s generosity and en- up counting tables and a tally of these guys giving up their valuable family Hospital. From left to right Penny Fowler, Chair Herald and Weekly Times, et keeper was undeterred, and and then her back door. lecting donations and organise staying with her mother at Nay- ceived totalled 532.30 for Britt omber, Stephen Dawson, With his mother Elizabeth couragement, not to mention room for us. An hour in I re- Chairman of the Trafalgar time to help out and they loved After such a successful be- Graham Davey, Michael Patterson, Peter Starkey, Deputy Direc- completed a clinical stumping to Their house was on fi re. fundraisers to help them get re- ook but have applied for a rental & Cameron. Thankyou to all the Darren Kane Mead (Libby) on the clippers, his love for his short hair. alised we needed more tables Community Bendigo Bank, Mr every minute of it. The smiles ginning the committee are coy tor Good Friday Appeal Emoke akacs set up victory for her side. Ms Lamb screamed at Cam- established. home in Trafalgar. people that came down to pur- Front row Jim Lawrence, John in front of an audience of year We formally thank the Trafal- based on the amount of coins Peter Starkey, was the third from roadside volunteers were about their future plans. When Nicole’s achievements serve eron to get his pants on and get Wally’s vet bills were covered The cause of the fi re is un- chase a sausage or came by just ornish, an Miles, Daryl Scott, 8 students and their parents and gar High School again for your coming in. When I went out to member of the organising com- infectious, they really did work asked by Traf News about plans before Peter adds Well, you see, best is yet to come’ so watch this as a wonderful testament to the out of the house . by donations and, despite suffer- known. The house was fi tted with to make a donation. Ale Brodie, Bruce Marino, teachers. support and encouragement help on the lights I was joined by mittee and Area manager for the hard for next year the trio wryly smile it’s like that old Sinatra song ‘The space T icole Faltum receiving her Melbourne Stars cap T Trafalgar FA fi ghting the Lambs house fi re Photo: Trafalgar FA Tim Fraser, raham Hill Max not only shaved his hair with this event.” Ma well Mead with a pre shaved head Principal Jane Mersey congratulates Ma well Mead
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In summer it was beautiful Tmission of encouraging Mverted the building pre- nie rop and Ms Marianna Lolas. and Managing Director of Baw Tone of the most prolifi c IGippsland announces the toria, and a member of the Ab- ing guard Bruce English at St standing out in the sunshine, how- the local youth to enter their art- viously occupied by Adrichem It is hoped that further services Baw Radiology is one of the new achievements in their long his- appointment of The Reverend bey’s Chapter. Joseph’s Primary School. ever the freezing cold weather, work or photographs. Jennings and Co into a hub for will be added in the future. clinicians who will be working in tory, when they brought home an Sue Jacka as Archdeacon of the Sue will continue in her cur- Bruce English and his partner hail, rain, etc was never pleasant. For some time now we have allied health services and medi- Dr Michael unze of Trafal- Trafalgar, she said “since open- astonishing four premierships western region. rent ministry at Trafalgar but Trish moved to Trafalgar 4 years Bruce’s granddaughter, Chloe been able to donate surplus cal imaging. The renovations gar Medical said “Trafalgar is ing in Drouin two and half years from the 2018 Mid Gippsland Sue serves as the Rector of will have extra administrative ago. Bruce had retired from full Mynard, attends St Joseph’s and funds from each show to the lo- have included: building disabled growing rapidly, and we have ago we have met many people league grand fi nal. Trafalgar and has served as Re- responsibilities for the Western time work as a truck driver and she loved seeing his cheery face cal schools for the purchase of toilet facilities, extensive plumb- been working over many years from Trafalgar. We look forward On a perfect spring day at gional Dean since 2015. She is Region stretching from Traral- liked the country feel of the town- every day, something that she art suppliers. ing, a carpark, new plastering to expand the medical services to making a second home here Morwell, the hard work and a member of the editorial com- gon to Pakenham. ship of Trafalgar. He also moved to will defi nitely miss. It also gave This year in the under 13 and fl oor coverings, signifi cant for our community. Up until now, and getting to know you all.” dedication of all wearing red and mittee for the Gippsland Angli- Congratulations Sue! help with their three grandchildren her ‘bragging rights’ with other 2D & 3D art category What maintenance and repairs, and a residents of Trafalgar have had Mrs Sheryll Smith will be white was on display as Trafal- living in the area. students. Makes me Happy , fi ve primary new reception desk and waiting to travel to other towns for diag- the Manager of Trafalgar Pri- gar took on all challengers and Bruce soon realised that sitting Bruce and Trish plan to travel schools, St Josephs, Tanjil South, room. nostic imaging and other health mary Care. “It’s incredible,” she cemented their places in local around all day was extremely bor- around Australia upon Bruce’s Trafalgar, Willow Grove and Yal- A key part of the new facil- services. We hope that by provid- said, “I used to play in the front sporting folklore, with victories ge care is all ing and decided to get a part-time retirement and hope to chase lourn North entered the show. ity is a modern radiology centre, ing a space for these services to yard of 5 Contingent St when my in senior, under 18 and under job. He came upon the position of warmer weather. Thank you This is on top of the individuals which will allow Baw Baw Radi- enter Trafalgar we can further uncle and aunt lived in Trafalgar. 16 football, as well as under 17 school crossing guard and enjoyed Bruce for your work here at who also entered, giving us a to- ology to provide digital -ray and support the residents of Trafal- Now I’ll be running a healthcare netball. the feeling that he was contributing St Joseph’s, and see you Grand- tal of 109 under 13s displaying ultrasound imaging within Tra- gar and its surrounding commu- hub here.” In what was truly a communi- a out living at to the community of Trafalgar. parent’s Day! their individual talents. falgar. This is the fi rst time that nities. I hope that the community Referrals will be required for ty achievement, the entire Trafal- Trafalgar High school stu- these services have been avail- will also support these services.” radiology services, but are not gar township got behind the lo- dents also entered with contri- able in our community. Dr James Brown is excited necessary for the other health cal teams, as shop windows and n re s ouse est ppslan butions in the Youth Photogra- While Trafalgar Primary Care to see the project come to frui- providers. Certain patients may local businesses were draped in phy section. shares organisational structure tion. “We value the opportunity be able to make arrangements a sea of red and white colours, osp tal o t ent Liza Marino (Teacher), ruce English (Crossing Guard), Ava Harvey, Chloe Mynard, Elena Carpinteri, Kaitlyn Pedemont, Kiarah The feedback we have re- with Trafalgar Medical, the new to support meaningful, quality with their GP to access Medicare balloons and streamers. Shields and Rubi Myrteza ceived from family and friends facility provides rooms for other healthcare in Trafalgar. There rebates for psychology, podiatry, Strong vocal support also Gary lackwood MP - Member for arracan has been amazing. The under health professionals to operate has been an emphasis on re- exercise physiology and oste- permeated, as enthusiastic bar- ensure that people in the region lation growth head-on, embarking Quotes attributable to Member perfect location between Warragul 13s have especially been excited independently in Trafalgar. In cruiting businesses with strong opathy. rackers rode every kick, bump continue to get quality healthcare on a long-term strategy for Victo- for Narracan, Gary Blackwood: and Drouin. to show off their work in the gal- addition to Baw Baw Radiology existing ties to West Gippsland Trafalgar Primary Care is and mark and were on hand to close to home. ria’s future. As a Life Governor of the West Matthew Guy and his team lery designated to them in the re- these services include expert foot and the Latrobe Valley regions” now open, to make an appoint- join in the celebrations which This project is not just about Making sure that we have a Gippsland Hospital who served have understood the current needs located Fumina primary school care from the Podiatry Group, he said. All of the services within ment please call 5 33 2 or spread long into Saturday night. today, it’s about the future. plan for health, education and nine years as a Board member and of West Gippsland and have recog- building on the grounds of the exercise physiology with Mr Nick Trafalgar Primary Care at the check out our website www. Daniel Andrews’ failure to emergency services is a vital part of having had three generations of nised the future demand the West old Hill End primary school. Sedley, osteopathy from Warra- time of opening are locally trafmc.com.au Trenia Jackson from aw aw Radiology with Macy Hearne of Trafalgar Kindergarten. T 5 Trafalgar’s 2018 senior football Mid Gippsland premiership team take action and build this new our population policy. Building the the Blackwood family born at the Gippsland Hospital will face with Some are already planning hospital has left regional Victori- West Gippsland Hospital is about hospital, I am incredibly passion- enormous population growth and on what they will do next year, ans disadvantaged and without the planning for regional Victoria’s fu- ate about making sure it provides an aging population which is a even though we have not decid- same healthcare as those in the ture health needs. great service to the community. very clear demonstration of their ed on the topic yet! an a n a t ra al fro Trafal ar St osep s ele rate a s ardi Elsa Ryan and Sylvia Hill enjoy tea and cake city. Quotes attributable to Leader of Our community is justifi - genuine commitment to Country Youth art in the 14 to 18 Mark Walshe Only a Liberal Nationals Gov- the Opposition, Matthew Guy: ably proud of the West Gippsland Victoria. year category, plus youth pho- ecently the St Joseph’s our of Andrews House Andrews House, Acting ernment will build the new hos- While Daniel Andrews is the Hospital and this has been dem- Quotes attributable to Shad- tography, each year produce rafalgar based AN branch One comment on social me- falgar marching girls team used to save your coins in. “ ou had to walks of life like to have a choice “I’ve seen banks pull out of Catholic primary school oldest residents each cel- Manager, Lucy Lewis, said each pital and commence with detailed Premier for Melbourne, I will be onstrated time and time again ow Minister for Health, Mary some wonderful works and this is set to close their doors dia stated “My elderly parents the AN for their banking dated break it to get into it, or more re- of where they go for their prod- smaller towns in other places, it’s community celebrated Febrated over 100 years of of the women had led busy ac- R living during a recent afternoon tive lives in their community. Sue Jacka was recently appointed Archdeacon of the Anglican western region Opposition Leader, Matthew Guy visited the site today planning for construction in- Premier for all Victoria. through bequests and donations, Wooldridge: year was no exception. Portraits on Wednesday 3 Octo- will be devastated, they know no 1 57-1 1. sponsibly, take it to the AN bank ucts and services and this has not great but it’s not the end of outh Photography Highly Commended, Steelwool’ photo by Ale Mirkovic T Father’s Day. with Member for arracan, Gary lackwood where a Liberal cluding detailed work on the tim- Gary Blackwood has been a in particular the contribution of Daniel Andrews is no friend of came to the fore in the 14 to 18 ber 201 . The news come as a other way” which is the case for This type of history is signifi - for deposit” commented Julie. now been taken away from them. the world either. Children were invited to come tea to celebrate Aged Care. Nardi is a retired piano ationals Government would build the West Gippsland Hospital ing and cost. passionate advocate for his com- the Drouin Auxiliary that raises the Gippsland region. years artwork, with quite a few years pass. So many of the youth tism, displayed his artwork youngster saw a technique of animals, pop stars, nature and for next year. Follow us on Face- shock to locals, who are now left many. cant in that now the AN bank Trafalgar Chamber of Com- The town and the region is The ATM will be staying as a to school, ‘dressed as dad’. The Nardi Elsa Ryan is the oldest teacher who taught for more ing nothing is a wonderful thing we milked - you name it we did Lilias Hart was born in Ballarat she was 19. She married soon We will also work with the munity in championing this up- around 100,000 each year. As Premier, Daniel Andrews still life abstract subjects in the entering have interesting stories which is being used to help melting wax on to a canvas on castles also made appearances, book to keep informed of the wondering what to do with their AN was the last of the big will not be here to support lo- merce treasurer Scott Draper has growing and the loss of vital ser- withdrawal only machine howev- celebration commenced with a resident at aged 104 followed than 60 years. She was born in sometimes. I can sit here and enjoy it. in 1915 and jokes that she has after and worked on the family he Liberal Nationals Member for Narracan, Gary Federal Government to ensure grade of the local hospital. It is very pleasing that after has forced the shutdown of Hazel- photography. behind their artwork photos, him with his coordination, be- You Tube and decided to try giving a wide range of ‘Happi- topic(s) for next year and mean- banking requirements in the fu- four banks left in Trafalgar, how- cal small interests and activities said ‘It is disappointing to hear of vices only serves to hamper this er this is only a band aid solution cooked breakfast with dads and closely by Sylvia Hill (103), Yarragon on a dairy farm and a cuppa and it is good. Sylvia has been an active been cold ever since. She has fi ve farm in Trafalgar. Throughout will build a new West Blackwood where a Liberal Na- their funding and support for the Victorians deserve the best almost ten years of lobbying and wood resulting in thousands of lost Over the twelve years of the helping to overcome personal ing unable to cross the middle it herself. Cakes, clowns and ness’. while here are some of the en- ture. ever has mentioned that an ATM groups of people, where it once the closure of the AN bank in growth. moving forward.” fi nished with a liturgy honouring Lilias Hart (103) and Divina recalls a life of hard work ris- Sylvia, who will turn 104 in De- member of the community and children and moved to Trafalgar her life, Divina loved dancing TGippsland Hospital on the tionals Government would build Hospital. Victoria is growing at quality healthcare and that’s why advocacy a new hospital will now jobs and he’s failed to fund impor- show we have seen students go situations and being used as an line of his body. He was awarded spectacles made an appearance Already plans are underway tries from the 2018 show. Thank The bank has since stated that will remain in Trafalgar. did. Trafalgar. The loss of the jobs will “I’m not really impressed, With only one bank left in dads. The liturgy focused on the Grigoletto (100). ing early in the morning to walk cember said the secret to long life drove until a few years ago. She four years ago. Lilias said her tip and being social with her Ital- Greenfi elds site at the corner of the West Gippsland Hospital. around 150,000 people every year I’ll make sure works on West be built on the Greenfi eld site and tant local services. from primary school to univer- outlet or therapy. a Highly Commended for one under the topic of ‘What Makes for the 2019 show, with a new you to all the students who en- due to dwindling walk-in enqui- The history surrounding One of the Traf News editors be a massive loss to the commu- It doesn’t matter what we town, the Bendigo Bank, Trafal- signifi cant role that dads play in The four women with fel- to the bottom of the hill to milk was hard work. is proud of her fi ve children, four on living longer was enjoying life ian friends and family and was Princes Way and Lardners Track. Every Victorian deserves and that’s why we have established Gippsland Hospital are underway congratulations must go to the When it comes to funding sity, but still entering each year, This year one young 7 year of his entries which highly de- Me Happy’, the topic for the sub-committee in place to en- tered this year and hopefully you ries, about 13 of their custom- a local AN bank in Trafalgar Julie McCulloch was reminiscing nity not to mention the business think if they’re not making gar residents will now have to families. low residents, their families and cows before going to school. I was raised in a farming fam- grandchildren, nine great grand- and being close to family. known for her excellent gnocci Opposition Leader, Matthew access to quality healthcare and a Population Taskforce to tackle in the fi rst term of a Liberal Nation- Board of management for their health and education, this divisive a fascinating journey watch- old diagnosed with severe au- lighted his mum. A 10 year old 2018 show. Unicorns, hobbies, hance and encourage the youth will be back in 2019. ers, the move to shut it doors was stems back over half a century. how AN gave out a moneybox that the town could potentially money they’ll just close it with- travel to either Moe or Warragul Thank you to all for their Leigh Eerhard with his two daughters, Charise Liana Eerhard en Oldham with his daughters Marley Parise with his Dad Peter Parise staff gathered to celebrate older Nardi said her joy was her ily in Trafalgar and worked long children and one great, great Divina Grigoletto migrated to and pasta dishes. Guy visited the site today with building this new hospital will the pressing issue of rapid popu- als Government. foresight by purchasing land in a Premier always plays favourites. living. family and doing nothing. Do- hours. We ploughed, we furrowed, grandchild. Australia from Italy in 1936 when ing their talents improve as the T a diffi cult decision. The extremely successful Tra- when she was a kid that you used lose due to this. Consumers of all out community consultation. to bank with a big four. efforts on the day. Summah and Willow Oldham T T
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(book online via the phone or in person) Page14 — Traf News December 2018 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar December 2018 — Page 15 Battle of Trafalgar Land boat race sails back to the BOT festival Route 69 a success Colouring competition winners » CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 unday 21 October marked holders for their contribution, the the annual Battle of Trafal- performance artists, local busi- Sgar festival, and the return nesses that opened and also to the The route 69 cruise departed of the land boat race for the kids. Battle of Trafalgar committee and the museum under the watchful The atmosphere was exciting, helpers who once again pulled eye of Jim who flagged them off. as the town got behind our land together a very enjoyable festival. This year celebrated 50 years boat racers as they voyaged up The Battle of Trafalgar Festival since the Monaros were released and back through the festivities, is an annual event, and does not so it was fitting that a large con- vying for the first place trophy. happen by itself. If you would like tingent of Monaros led the pro- who played a vital role in the Congratulations given to the to join the organising committee cession. success of the day. Also the Tra- teams and all the sailors. An obvi- please follow Battle of Trafalgar Holden had supplied many falgar community must be con- ous lot of work was put into the Festival facebook page for meet- prizes and giveaways that con- gratulated on the way they have Melody - Age 11 Isabella Heard - Age 8 boat designs, and every team can ing times and announcements. tributed to a very successful embraced the event which is now Trafalgar Primary School give themselves a pat on the back. event. an annual celebration. Thorpdale Primary School The trophies were awarded, I would like to extend, on Next years event will be held Trafalgar Youth Resource Centre behalf of the organising com- on the 20 October 2019, and we taking out first place, with the An- mittee, our thanks to all of our hope to make next years event glican church Sunday school tak- sponsors including the Baw Baw bigger and better. ing out second and the Trafalgar Shire. Shannons, GMH, and the Thanks to everyone who con- fire brigade juniors accepting the numerous Trafalgar businesses tributed to this great day. third place trophy. Throughout the day there were various demonstrations taking centre stage from local community groups, starting with a treat from the St Josephs Catho- lic Primary School students, who wowed the audience with their Maddison - Age 4 Sienna Leah - Age 9 musical talents. Other perfor- Trafalgar Kindergarten Thorpdale Primary School mances throughout the afternoon included Decipher Dance, Tra- falgar Veterinary Clinic and Red Room of Pole. The stallholders were a huge hit, with stalls ranging from bric- brac to plants, emergency servic- es displays and the junior cadets painting peoples faces with cam- ouflage. Phoenix Evans - Age 10 A big thank-you to the Trafal- Thorpdale Primary School gar Cricket Club for the BBQ, stall
CHRISTMAS
Commemorating the Monaro at Route 69 TRADING HOURS
OPEN ALL DAY EVERY DAY e r s as a Route 69 What is your favourite Holden Ken Wilson Dom and Staff Don Loffler Toni Wilson’s Geoff Board Linda Vogelsang wish you A
favourite is HR Holden. He had one as a youngster, but “unfortunately he couldn’t Merry favourite Holden is the FJ favourite is HZ Holden. recently moved from WA from Hazelwood Nth her keep it running. This is Ken’s an Australian Icon. Don She likes the shape and the to Drouin and his favou- favourite is the 69 HT first time to the Museum and he “said “the Holden Museum “style. She is also enjoying “rite Holden is the KH, it’s “Monaro. Linda comment- said it’s a ripper! Ken said ‘it’s is an absolute credit Neil Joiner. the day and said it is great to see been favourite since he first saw ed ‘Great event, lots of people great to see the Holdens here Amazing what one man’s passion all the old model Holdens. Toni it. Geoff was amazed at amount turned up and displays are restored and in fantastic condi- Christmas can achieve.” Don travelled 850 is from Upper Ferntree Gully and of cars outside and even better amazing. Staff are very friendly tion.’ He came from the Dande- km from Adelaide. originally from County Kerry Ire- inside. and helpful.” nong Ranges. land. Been in OZ for many year Crore treet Tra algar h Page 16 — Traf News December 2018 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar December 2018 — Page 17
Trafalgar Veterinary Clinic News AROUND THE
Cat Flu; an epidemic HISTORICAL e have been seeing contact with the virus). Cats that nose and face. To help humidify Council an influx of cases of are young, stressed or immuno- the airways and clear conges- Wcat flu recently, and comprimised are most likely to tion, affected cats can be placed Dianne Ireland sadly some very severe cases in develop clinical signs. in a steamy bathroom for 15-20 Society News. Dr Samantha Swan BVSc young kittens. Cat flu commonly Most cases of cat flu are self minutes twice daily. Severe cases Around the Historical Society December 2018 presents as sneezing, nasal dis- limiting, with the cat recovering where a bacterial cause is sus- charge, conjunctivitis and ocu- on their own or with simple sup- pected can be treated with anti- he past 12 months has again been a busy and productive time for the Trafalgar & To keep our community lar discharge. In severe cases portive care. Infected cats often biotics. District Historical Society. Apart from the continuing task of labelling and cataloguing up to date, we’re bringing Council cats will become inappetant, become carriers of the disease, Prevention is the best protec- of photos, we hosted the Annual General Meeting of the Gippsland Historical Societ- T Blue Rock Dam, Willow Grove have a fever and become dehy- so can potentially spread the tion. Keeping cats indoors will ies and catered for the recent Gardivalia Gardening Extravaganza. The publication of two News to you online, on air and drated. In young kittens or im- disease long after clinical signs reduce the likelihood of them Gazettes, with another due any day, has kept the Editorial Committee engaged in the research in print. For more information munocompromised cats it can are gone. Some cats that recover encountering infected or car- and the production of articles of local interest. Keep an eye out for the latest Gazette in either and updates, visit our Facebook, become very serious. can have periodic recurrence rier cats. Strict hygiene, such the Post Office or newsagency. We have available gift vouchers for an annual subscription Instragram or website. Tell us your top three priorities for Council Cat flu is not caused by the of clinical signs, usually associ- as washing hands and avoid- to the Gazette at a cost of $20. These make a great gift, especially for an elderly person, and same virus that causes flu in hu- ated with stress or other illness. ing handling other cats that are can be easily posted. Details can be obtained by calling 0439 655 172 or write to PO Box We want our community to get involved and play an active role in mans. 90% of cat flu cases are Other cats can develop chronic, showing clinical signs will pre- 128, Trafalgar 3824 shaping the places that we live, work and play in. Preliminary planning caused by Feline Herpesvirus persistent signs such as thick vent you bringing the virus home In January 2019, we are moving to our new premises – the front section of the Kinder- Council Meetings is underway for the next annual budget - so we’re asking you; What are your top three priorities for Council? and Feline Calicivirus. The bac- nasal discharge with or without to your own cat. Both Feline her- garten building in Contingent Street has been allocated to the Historical Society. Although we The next Council Meeting will teria Bordetella bronchiseptica sneezing (commonly known as pesvirus and Feline Calicivirus have known about it for some time, it has only recently been confirmed. More on this next begin at 5.30pm on Wednesday This feedback will give us a good insight into what our community and Chlamydophila felis are less snuffles). are included in your cats core year! 12 December at the Trafalgar wants and needs - and help us to prioritise projects for inclusion in commonly involved. Treatment is mostly support- vaccines. So ensure your cat is 2019 marks the 60th birthday of the Trafalgar Kindergarten, so if you have any photos or Business Centre, 107 Princes Hwy. forward planning documents such as the draft annual budget. Cats become infected ive care; ensuring they stay hy- up to date with vaccinations. stories, these will be most welcome for our records. through contact with infected drated and nutritional needs are However be aware that it does Community members are Through this process we want to work alongside our community to The Society will be in recess from 8 December until January, so we wish all our members, cats, carrier cats and fomites met are most important. Clean- not prevent infection, but it will welcome to attend or tune into help plan for and deliver the things that matter most to you. readers and supporters a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. the live stream from home. See (objects that have come into ing up any dried mucus from decrease the severity of disease. A simple online survey is now open at www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au/ what’s on the agenda for the The best way to protect kit- HaveYourSay until Thursday 20 December. tens is to ensure that the mother meeting on Council’s website. Jousting World cat is up to date with vaccina- Championship Coming ILLIAMS tion. This is important as young Trafalgar High School class of Careers to West Gippsland 14 Melaleuca Drive, animals are much more suscep- Working with Council offers W Trafalgar East tible to the disease, and cannot 1969 celebrates 49 year reunion Shine your armour, prepare be vaccinated themselves until 6 diversity and inclusiveness, career your trusty steed, sharpen your Robyn Williams ASTE weeks of age development opportunities, sword and prepare for battle! and a flexible and satisfying If you have any questions The World Jousting Liquid Waste Specialists about cat flu, or would like to work environment. See current Championships are coming to W ensure your feline friend is up vacancies on the Careers page Animal adoptions Book your tickets to Larnder Park on 1-2 June 2019. to date with their vaccinations, on Council’s website. Adopting an animal can be Mobile: 0418 560 171 Cinema Pop Up Fuelled by the popularity of please book an appointment a rewarding experience. It’s Phone/Fax: 03 5633 1991 shows like Game of Thrones, with your friendly local Vet. Cinema Pop Up is coming to important to take the time to Warragul’s Civic Park from the ‘world’s first extreme sport’ Have your say think about what kind of pet is – solid lance jousting – is 13-16 December! Baw Baw right for you and your family. experiencing a renaissance Have Your Say is Enjoy family friendly flicks All animals adopted from Baw as medieval festivals across your opportunity such as Elf, Boss Baby, Captain Baw Shire Council are desexed, the globe stage real-life to provide America and Coco - right microchipped, vaccinated, competitions. under the stars! thoughts, feelings wormed, health-checked and Visitors will be welcomed and ideas on a range of Tickets are FREE when booked registered with Council. with complete medieval projects and activities. online, otherwise pay at the If you’re looking to give a village, Full Flight birds of prey, Viking battles, a knightly We’re currently seeking gate - but tickets are limited so pooch or kitty their fur-ever Bendigo Bank foot tournament, archery, feedback on the following don’t miss out! home, check out Council’s a trebuchet and even a projects: For full details or to book free website. For more information call Council’s Compliance Shakespearean tavern. A great • Recreation Master Plan tickets online, visit day out for the family. www.cinemapopup.com.au team on 5624 2411. Reviews (closes Friday 30 This is an event not to be November) missed. Be brave, be strong, be Stephen Treloar, Lynne Tatterson, Marg Handley, Anne Williams, Karen Sharman, Debbie Bourke, Capital Works Projects Jenny Wilson, Robyn O’Brien, Janis Rousell, MaryAnne Seymour, Julie Best. In attendance but not • Dog Off Leash Area Options there! We’re working hard to pictured Peter Stewart in Trafalgar (closes Friday 14 The event is proudly supported December) deliver new and upgraded by Baw Baw Shire Council and infrastructure for our • Open Space Improvements Latrobe Valley Authority. t appears this weekend was a community: good time for Trafalgar high TrafalgarTrafalgar at George and Eliza Jones Tickets are now available at Ischool students to catch up. 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Everyone is welcome for the 6 – 8 SEVEN MILE ROAD next catch-up in October 2019 TRAFALGAR (03) 5633 2062 >> bawbawshire.vic.gov.au bawbawshirecouncil @bawbawshire @bawbawcouncil Commemorating those who fought in world war 1
THE AUSTRALIANS RETURN
espite the war being over, and Australian troops not con- stituting part of the Allied occupying force in Germany, Dit was to be a long time before many Australians would return home. There was a shortage of shipping. Repatriation to Australia was organised by Lieutenant General Sir John Monash, on a first come, first go basis. While awaiting transport, some men took advantage of the CELEBRATIONS ON A BIG SCALE WHEN PEACE COMES opportunity to travel around France and Britain- one of the in- centives for enlisting in the first place. A few hundred Australian Following the momentous news recently received regarding the servicemen went on to serve in Russia as part of a British force glad tidings of the armistice and the prospect of an early peace, fighting Bolshevik forces. Some light horse units also helped with the Narracan Shire Council met on Monday last, and decided that suppressing an Egyptian nationalist revolt in early 1919. the celebrations in this shire should be on a scale befitting the oc- During this period of limbo, the AIF instituted a range of edu- casion. A day of general rejoicing is to be set apart by the Fed- cation and lecture programs to train personnel in peacetime oc- eral Government when peace is declared, in order that the citizens cupation skills. throughout the Commonwealth may participate in the celebrations, Sadly, the infuenza pandemic which lasted from January 1918 and our municipal representatives have wisely taken time by the to December 1920 continued to claim the lives of Australian forelock and are proceeding to make arrangements to make the servicemen after hostilities ceased. It infected some 500 million great and happy event a memorable one in this shire. people and resulted in the death of 50 to 100 million (three to Soldiers disembarking from a troopship at Port Melbourne after returning from overseas, 1919 five percent of the world’s population). The idea is to assemble all the school children within the shire at Trafalgar, and form a gigantic procession, headed by the local Brass by the enthusiastic manner in which the production of music was service at an end, a procession was formed. This proceeded along Band, After proceedings will take place in the recreation Reserve, accomplished. The greater part of the audience attending Hill’s a couple of tbe main streets, and coming to a halt, cheers for the and will be sufficiently varied to make it attractive to every true pa- Pantomime entertainment, joined the joyous procession when they King, The Allies, and our soldiers at the front were lustily given. triot. Children will be able to participate in lollies and other dainties heard the news, despite the first class nature of the programme, Some form or other of displaying their joy and exultation was in- to their hearts content, but we are wisely asked not to mention all and until a very late hour there were sounds of revelry. All the dulged in by old and young alike till late in the afternoon, when the good things in store for them at this stage. business places were closed on the following day when the the town resumed its normal condition. It was indeed a treat to A meeting of all the Head school teachers and school corre- celebrations were continued, and again the rejoicing extended far see men and women of mature age letting themselves go, as they spondents within the shire has been called for Saturday, November into the night and on the following day only battered tin cans and felt compelled to do after learning the result of the terrible conflict 30th at 2-30p.m. at Trafalgar, to outline a definite program. It is flying flags gave evidence that victory had been attained, and peace brought about by tbe ex-Kaiser’s desire to rule and domineer the proposed to run special trains from Waihalla and Thorpdale on the was not afar off. world, and extending as it had done over a period of four years appointed day, and the Council feel confident that teachers and all The news was received in Yarragon with a great display of enthu- and three months. other citizens will lend the movement their loyal and whole hearted siasm. Within a very short time a big crowd had assembled in the The report appearing in the metropolitan Press on Friday morning, support. The people througout the shire, with but few exceptions, railway square, and patriotic songs were sung to the accompani- to the effect that the Allied armistice terms had been signed at 11 have shown and proved their deep sense of loyalty throughout the ment of an improvised band of a great variety of musical instru- a.m. on the preceding day, was the cause of a great deal of undue whole course of the war, and it is befitting that our leading public ments, which headed a procession through the streets, Returning excitement, premature rejoicing, and subsequent disappointment body should lead the way to promulgating a scheme to mark such to the square, an effigy of the Kaiser was suspended from the arm of and, it should be added, a general feeling of depression among a historic occasion with a great united celebration worthy of a true, an unused lamp-post amidst tumultuous scenes of joy. those who had relatives at the front. Immediately upon receipt of loyal and self Sacrificing people of the Empire. On confirmation of the glorious news on the following day the the news, residents of the different towns between Moe and Bairn- Bringing Australian troops home after the Armistice was signed was an enormous From Trafalgar and Yarragon Times, 22 November 1918 shops were closed and the townspeople again assembled. A plat- sdale - where the report was not accepted - set about displaying form was raised in the main street, and to the accompaniment of what bunting they possessed, and “ celebrating the victory” of the undertaking – nearly 200,000 soldiers needed The Armistice - General Rejoicing a piano and violin, patriotic songs were sung. The shire president, Allies, as they believed they were justified in doing. to be repatriated. Worldwide shipping short- ages meant most soldiers had to wait weeks After a period of expectancy extending over some days, following Cr. Bayley, then addressed the assemblage, followed in turn by Cr. At Moe, bells were rung, and cheering indulged in. Subsequently, Campbell and Mr Mather. The school children were marched from a party of townsmen (headed by Cr. W. H. Burrage, J.P.) visited the and sometimes months for a sea passage. sensational news from the battle front, the official news stating Vocational schemes in British factories, that the armistice had been signed was received with unbounded the school grounds and formed in line round the platform, where School, and delivered a few appropriate remarks to the pupils. they joined in the singing. Subsequently they were again marched The National Anthem was sung, cheers given, and the children dis- workshops and farms were set up to keep enthusiasm in Trafalgar. The news spread like wild-fire, and in an the waiting troops occupied and cheerful incredibly short space of time, hundreds of people paraded the back to the school grounds, where they were regaled with lollies missed. streets, headed by an impromptu band possessing almost every and biscuits. In the afternoon, the children assembled at the Mechanics’ Hall, known musical instrument, from the drum to the more familiar From Trafalgar and Yarragon Times 22 November 1918 and were formed into a procession and marched along the main kerosene tins. The harmony may not have been exactly perfect, but streets. The National Anthem and other patriotic airs were sung SHELL SHOCKED: AUSTRALIA AFTER ARMISTICE any short-comings in this respect was more than counter-balanced ALLIES VICTORIOUS by them after they - at the direction of the head teacher, Mr J. Armistice Terms Accepted by Germany D. Hambrook - had formed up in George Street, and the rousing After the war comes the battle... UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER cheers that they gave were “seconded ‘ by the reports of detona- “THE DAY” ARRIVES tors placed on the Narrow guage line just prior to the despatch of At 5am Paris time on 11 November 1918, representatives of the peace conference and relished being on the world stage, even on pensions. War pensions had cost Australia nearly £148 million Germany Forced to Foot the Bill a goods’ train. A feu da joi was - to use a common expression - France, Germany and Britain met in a railway carriage parked in a as a minor player. His unwavering and energetic defence of Aus- and medical care £8.57 million. In addition, there were 1600 At 9.20. this (Tuesday) morning, the following message was re- “ a fool to the noise” that these created, and it is little wonder that French forest and signed the Armistice that ended World War I. It tralia’s interests brought him into conflict with British Prime Min- men still in hostels and homes for the permanently incapacitated, Needs a replacement ceived by the Postmistress at Moe : Acting-Secretary (Mr “Watt’s de- cattle browsing in the fields a mile away turned “to ascertain the followed a difficult year for both sides, in which German military ister David Lloyd George and United States President Woodrow and about 23,000 outpatients in repatriation hospitals. Distribution Coordinator partment) directs that you will please advise Mayors that armistice cause of the trouble.’’ leaders came to believe they could not win the war. The cease-fire Wilson. came into effect along the entire Western Front six hours later, On 28 June 1919, the treaty was signed in the Hall of Mirrors at Grieving and remembrance was signed 5 a.m. 11th. T. HOWARD, Manager. Soon afterwards, a huge audience assembled in the Mechanics’ World War I left behind a vast legacy of sorrow that was felt for T is osi ion in ol es leading a s all The above was contained in an “ Extraordinary” issued by us at Hall. Addresses suitable to the occasion were delivered by several at 11am. the Palace of Versailles, with Hughes and Cook adding their signa- As the guns fell silent and the news broke, rejoicing erupted from tures on Australia’s behalf. generations. The loss of 60,000 Australians meant that scarcely a ea o fold sor and deli er a ers about 9.35 a.m. yesterday. News that the armistice had been signed speakers, including Messrs W. H. Burrage. II Robinson, Halden, J. Paris and London to the cities and towns of Australia. The reaction family in Australia was left untouched. Yet for many, the sadness o lo al lo a ions for dis ri ion reached Moe shortly after 9 p.m. on Monday, but in view of a previ- D, Haatbrook, C. H. Williams, Beck, Lance-Corp. C.Hampton and Repatriation: the digger carries on was deferred or unresolved. ous disappointment, no serious notice was taken of the report. Gunner T. Robinson. (In addition to the aformentioned Privates C. was understandable. After more than four years of bloody conflict Of the nearly 272,000 Australians who survived the war, 170,000 o e li and countless casualties, the war was at an end. But for many The lack of details about the fate of more than 23,000 missing It was, however, accepted by the residents of Trafalgar, who “went A. and Y. Bliss occupied seats on the stage). The proceedings of suffered from wounds or illness. soldiers delayed the grief for their families. Even into the 1920s, T is a es a ro i a el o rs wild” with delight. which were of enthusiastic character, opened with the singing of Australians the effects of World War I remained with them for the In 1918, the Australian Government created the Repatriation De- rest of their lives. many clung to the slim hope that perhaps a mistake had been er on os l fl e i le Tuesday’s metropolitan papers confirmed the contents of our “Ex- the National Anthem and “God Save Our Splendid Men,” followed partment, which established a comprehensive and centralised made and their son, brother or husband might still be alive and traordinary” and no end of joy resulted. All the available flags,’etc., by three cheers for the King, The speeches were intersperced with In 2009 the National Archives created the touring exhibition repatriation scheme. The department managed pensions for the eo le s aring o ld or ell unable to find his way home. were flown, the church and other bells rung, and the school visited vocal items, nicely rendered by School Children (Rale Britannia), Shell-shocked: Australia after Armistice. A sample of documents disabled and those no longer able to support themselves, and and o ld s i se i re ired ersons and photographs from the exhibition are showcased here. Communities in nearly every Australian city and town erected me- by several of our leading townsmen, who delivered addresses and M. Savige (“ Joan of Arc”), Purvis, Edith Johnston (Anzac cho- for dependants of those who died. It established employment morials to honour their war dead. Rolls of honour listing those o e ea lif ing re ired joined in the singing of the National Anthem. rus by the company), A. Bechsz (“ The Marseillaise,” in French), The Armistice and the peace treaty bureaus and vocational and rehabilitation training for returned g Bo es who served and died were erected in schools and halls. Some At 2 o’clock, a united thanksgiving service was held, at which there Bechaz, and Messrs W. Brien (“Banks and Braes”) and T. Robin- The Armistice between Germany and the Allies initially ran for servicemen and women. Free medical and hospital care, hostels communities built memorial drives or avenues of honour. or f ll de ails lease on a orris was as large an assemblage as has been seen in the hall for some son. The accompaniments were played by Mrs Ward, Mr J. Welch 36 days but was regularly renewed until the formal peace treaty. and homes were provided for the totally and permanently inca- Official attempts to address collective mourning on a national considerable time. The Rev. Banks presided, and in addition to the (violin) assisting in this direction. The singing of the National An- Australian Prime Minister William Morris (Billy) Hughes and pacitated, and artificial limbs for amputees. scale took the form of public commemoration, such as Armistice 5633 2142 singing of popular hymns, tbe National Anthem, and “God Save our them brought proceedings to a close. Over £70 was taken at Chil- Deputy Prime Minister Joseph Cook joined representatives from The long-term costs of medical care and welfare benefits following Day ceremonies, and the building of national monuments in each Splendid Men” appropriate addresses were delivered by the Revs. dren’s Patriotic Bazaar at Moe Saturday last. Report crowded out. other allied nations in Paris to negotiate the treaty. Hughes was the war were on a scale never before encountered. In 1938, there o state and territory. 0407 301 829 Banks and W. E. Lancaster. Mrs Ward presided at the piano. The From The Narracan Shire Advocate 13 November 1918 determined to ensure Australia’s independent representation at were 77,000 incapacitated soldiers and 180,000 dependants still e ail Page 20 — Traf News December 2018 Traf News r r r r r December 20 — Page 2 Trafalgar Timber and Hardware holds Gardening Extravaganza CHURCH SERVICES Dianne Ireland demo night for cancer research C ile e e e y ac c nal fr news a ers el in t e Trafalgar an istrict ist rical ciety rc i es P a e e e aa P e he Trafalgar Timber and Hardware store had a great move and re-block the Scout Hall, an intimation that he would make turnout on Wednesday 14 e ra a gar arragon Ne s n s Trafa ar a er a T e e er no charge for the work he had done to the value of 17 280 November for their demo night, today . This is a most generous donation. Vigil ass 6pm Saturday raising funds for cancer research. e e er oo on ert tars The following pupils were declared Stars at the annual State School irst at r ay e ti ns Mass at 9.30am Many in attendance were seen e e er res yterian ur Exposition and econciliation 10am-11am enjoying the different workshops concert held in the Public Hall in 1928. Senior members of the Tra- oundation tone at r ay Nig t ass 6.00pm and their wares, including face falgar community would still fondly remember many of these names Following a service which will commence at 11 a.m. on Sunday morn- 10.00am 2nd 4th Sunday painting for the kids. Jack Hilsley, rvine Baillie, Bill Brock, alph Goodwin, Jack Briggs, n ay ass ing next, the act of laying the Foundation Stone of the new Presbyteri- This follows from an earlier Desmond uigley, Alan Erbs, Jack Magnuson, Albert Fletcher, Evelyn ee ay asses 9.30am Tuesday to Friday an Church at Trafalgar will be performed by Mrs G. H. Tullo. The new accomplishment during the week, Baillie, Joyce McGregor, ena Batten, Betty Magnuson, Thelma Web- ac e nes ay after ass Exposition building which is estimated to cost in the vicinity of 8000 241, 00 where Trafalgar Timber and ber, Muriel Battley, Norma Brown, Betty Tucker, Eileen Hilsley, Alec ec n e nes ay e ti ns Exposition, reconciliation Marino, Doug. Skewes, Eric Kenny, Bill Glover, Frank Bechaz, Herb. today , is expected to be fi nished in time to be offi cially opened in Hardware were awarded with the Elaine Boyles and Janet Cowden admiring the trophies award- and annointing of the sick, Children enjoying the face painting workshop Magnuson, Chris. Croft, Albert Giblett, Bob. Croft, Elsie Milner, Lesley March. State Store of the Year award. ed by the Garden Club in the 1980s after mass Errington, Jean Munro, Elvie Lovelock, Patty Selletto, Hazel Matthews, he Gardening extrava- Garden trophy. Margaret McGilvray, Gwyenda Gaunt, Gwen Sloan, Peggy Pentland, o e anted or ad ar a s arra n ree n ay ass 10.00am 1st 3rd th Sunday ganza was held in the Tra- The Gardening Extravaganza Joan Cooke, Gerald Kirkham, Albert Kenny, on Somerville, Percy An appeal has been received in Trafalgar for a home for a 1 -year-old Tanjil Valley Garden Group Tfalgar Community Centre was an initiative of the Northern Marino, an McGregor, Tas. Batten, Keith Smith, Molly Masters, Dorie lad. A big upstanding boy who has been the victim of circumstances Transport a ailability eighbourhood utreach on 26 and 27 October 2018. Mobile Library and the Histori- Fletcher. inasmuch as that after being adopted by a British couple, they them- Home isiting Visit Nayook Nursery Congratulations to Mrs Kulibaba cal Society put on a display of selves had a son, and the result has been that he has developed an Please phone Julianne now at the parish office on 633 1166 who won the Best Vegetable photos for the occasion. e e er irt s ir us at ra a gar anti-parent attitude. wenty-six Tanjil Valley Gar- ownership of the land, searched There was an attendance of about 1 00 people at Wirth s Circus at f he could be employed on a farm and treated as one of the family it is den Group members were old farms and properties far and Trafalgar on Saturday night. There is an irresistible attraction in a big confi dently expected that he would be a most trustworthy and reliable Twelcomed to Country Farm wide to find plants to preserve and show such as Wirth s, and the audience was drawn from all parts of employee. Any interested farmers would be gladly supplied with all e P e 0 Perennial Nursery at Nayook on 1 propagate. the district. information on application to this Offi ce. October, by host Merryle Johnson This collection has since grown on a warm and sunny afternoon. into a wonderful selection of pe- o dier ett ers ad End inning ee Merryle gave a comprehensive rennial plants available for sale, A soldier settler, who had a farm near Thorpdale, was found dead on On Saturday morning next, at 10.30 a.m., the Trafalgar .S.L. will con- n rew s n n rc Trafa ar talk on the history of the property, and the 8 hectare garden provides his property on Monday. His name was Longstaff. He was just over 40 duct, under permit, a spinning wheel in the Main Street. Prizes to be er ice ti es 9.1 am Sunday, 2nd and 4th Sunday describing the difficulties encoun- ample space for a wonderful dis- years of age and single. He was a native of England but served abroad distributed will take the form of dressed poultry and hams, so if you of each month tered by the early settlers in travel- play of colour and form. with the 22nd A. .F. nfantry Battalion. The Diggers of the local .S.L. want to ensure that your festive table is well supplied make sure you n ay c l 9.1 am 2nd Sunday of the month ling through the heavily timbered Afternoon tea beneath a well- ensured a fi tting burial took place in the Moe cemetery. are there on Saturday morning. C in ags 1-3pm 2nd 4th Wednesday of the month mountain ash forest to establish a established group of weeping The Gippsland News, December 19 8 a s n n rc arra n property as a farm. birch trees was a fitting conclusion ra Ne s e e er er ice ti es 9.1 am Sunday - 1st 3rd Sunday Merryle and her husband Da- to a wonderful afternoon and Mer- e e er in or o a ooter e e er ioness as ion arade of each month vid were very keen gardeners and ryle was thanked for her hospital- Trafalgar trap shooter, Mr Les Mitchell, won the main event, a 1 -bird On Tuesday 17th October, in conjunction with the Battle of Trafalgar C nte rary .00pm on the 4th Sunday of each month with were looking for a property in the ity and warm welcome. double barrel shoot, at the opening of the Warragul Gun Club on Festival the Lioness Club of Trafalgar held its annual Fashion Parade shared tea to follow 1980s. Nayook proved to have all The nursery will be open to the Saturday last when, after seven other top class shooters had shot the at the Trafalgar Park Bowls clubrooms with approximately 80 people the desired qualities they were public from Saturday 13 October possible score to tie with him, he took the honours in the shoot-off in attendance. e ens arn looking for and after taking over to Wednesday 7 November. when he scored 28 out of 28. Many hours of work was done by Louarna Fashions and Trafalgar er ice ti es 11.00am on 2nd and 4th Sunday Mens and Boys Wear putting together the collections and arranging of each month osts anted for local people to become celebrity models for the evening. As we have no minister at present, please direct inquiries Each year a party of Legacy children visit this district as guests of local to 634 24 0 farming families, and it is hoped that this practice will again be pos- Gra a enzie etires sible early in January. After 33 years in the pharmacy in Trafalgar Graham McKenzie has Now, Mr and Mrs Farmer , if you have a spare bed and could stand decided to retire and has sold the business to Craig Holmes. Graham e e a a P e 02 the presence of another child in the house, please ring Legatee Gerald would like to thank his many local customers for their support over 0 0 0 a a e a McNamara or Charlie Weatheritt. the years, and asks that everyone continue to support the pharmacy as in the past. Ne ur a ened ar s rc Trafa ar For years there has been a great need for a hall for the Thorpdale ra a gar o unity ank n ays Holy Communion and Sunday School Anglican community. This need has now been met. Last Wednesday A sub-committee has now been formed to investigate the formation of 9.30am a large crowd of young and old assembled on the Church of England a Community Bank for Trafalgar and surrounding area. At the meet- property to take part in the opening ceremony of a new hall. Narracan ing, information was given on the benefi ts that would be gained if e nes ays Holy Communion, a quiet service 10am PLAN Shire Council was represented by Cr. and Mrs Guy. such a service was established. A Community Bank will offer the same Cuppa and conversation 10.4 am services as a normal bank, the only difference being that profi ts go e e er Generous Gesture back to the community. JAFFAS after school program 3.30 - .30pm The Trafalgar Scout Committee, at their last meeting, were amazed to receive from Mr Monty Fowler, of Trafalgar, who had contracted to eeting on Vanda is ar s rc T r a e AND The otary Club of Trafalgar has called a public meeting to address the recent occurrences of vandalism in our town. The problem is con- irst n ay f t e nt Trafalgar Bowls tinuing and is something the people of our town need to embrace. Breakfast after service 8am epresentatives from the Police and the Baw Baw Shire will be in Club Inc. attendance. t s your town, come along and have your say ar s rc arra n PREPARE Baw Baw Technology Centre, Wednesday December 13, at 7.30 p.m. 7 – 13 Seven Mile Rd. irst n ay f t e nt Service 8 30am (P.O. Box 125) Ne usi rai er t er n ays Holy Communion 8.30am TRAFALGAR The Trafalgar Combined Schools Music Program is the proud owner T es ays JAFFAS after school program 3.30 - .30pm Ph:(03) 5633 1274 Fax:(03) 5633 2820 of a new music trailer, bought from concept to reality by generous email: [email protected] support from some Trafalgar sponsors. John Brown Tyres supplied the wheels, tyres and on-going mainte- We have fully licensed premises including a nance ebel Car Bits supplied all the auto electrics and the Trafalgar commercial kitchen available for hire. otary Club gave us a generous donation towards the project. The mu- P It’s your responsibility to be fi re ready this summer, so prepare your property, fi re plan and sic trailer is able to take all the musical equipment and instruments The reasons are emergency kit now. When hot, dry, windy days are forecast, check Fire Danger Ratings in Every Friday night we have for the Concert Band and Stage Band to their various performances. e a ee your district daily and monitor conditions via local radio, the VicEmergency website and app. raffles, including a P e 2 black and white Happy Hour. On high-risk fi re days, leaving early, before a fi re starts, is always the safest option. E Lawn bowls and o e o not on y at rist as indoor carpet bowls. ut a t e ong year t roug ery n ay 10am emergency.vic.gov.au e t at you give to ot ers Authorised by the Victorian Government, n ay c l During service Download the VicEmergency app 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne New members s t e t at o es a k to you i le st ies Thursday evenings and visitors most erry rist as to everyone ro a welcome. at ra Ne s and t e
30 5 2 0 202 20 35 Page 22 — Traf News December 2018 Traf News Try Traf First - Shop in Trafalgar December 2018 — Page 23 Farmer joins Bloods Trafalgar Holden Museum TVFC ON THE RISE rafalgar Victory FC contin- Liam Durkin ues to evolve into a club Bob Moss Tof prominence within the he Trafalgar football club Latrobe Valley Soccer League. has signed key position Holden Torana the family it successfully replaced the Monaro as Holden’s TVFC has fielded teams since its Tplayer Ryan Farmer for car that became a Bathurst front line race track car in 1970. introduction into the then recog- the 2019 season. Farmer comes Champion In 1972 the face-lifted LJ was introduced nised Gippsland Soccer League to the Bloods after playing 32 In 1967 the Holden Torana was released the with the major changes limited to the choice back in 1996. Today, some 22 senior games for Moe in the name Torana coming from the Aboriginal word engines. years later, the club has one of Gippsland league, where he fea- meaning ‘to fly’. It is based on the English Vaux- In 1972 equipping the GTR XU-1 with a race the best playing surfaces in coun- tured in four finals series and hall Viva. The Torana was produced until 1978. bred engine and a four speed gear box plus tri- try Victoria and offers the Word won interleague selection. The HB was released in 1967 as a mid- ple carburettors gave the XU 1 the power boost Game to boys and girls through With a magnificent vertical sized car with a four cylinder engine mated to to challenge the Ford Falcon GTHO in the pro- a vibrant MiniRoos and Junior leap and ability to take pack a four speed gearbox. An optional three speed duction car endurance race held at Bathurst. In program. The club also has a Harriet Shing MP, Jason Beer (Drouin Dragon’s SC President), Lachlan Wyatt (Trafalgar Victory FC marks, Trafalgar players should automatic was available. In September 1968 wet conditions the Torana won the1972 Hardie full complement of senior teams, President) and Cr Jessica O’Donnell have a degree of confidence in the 1969 Torana was released and was some- Ferodo 500 at Bathurst, the first of five wins in for both men and women. Tra- the 21 year old, who joins a club time called the HB series 11. This featured ten years of competing falgar Victory FC can truly boast thirsty to defend its senior pre- locally manufactured body panels The Holden dealer team developed a 300 a pathway for all players. miership of 2018. In September 1969 the LC model was re- brake horse power V8 engine powered ver- In recent years, the club has Whilst it is not entirely a leased with either a four or a six cylinder en- sion of the XU 1 often referred to as the GTR attracted two of the most re- homecoming, his father Paul did gine and a three speed or a four speed manual XU 2. The car was extensively tested in Sport spected and experienced senior play a total of ten games for the gearbox or a three speed Automatic. To accom- Sedan racing but the car never got beyond the coaches in Gippsland, in Eamon Bloods in the mid 1990’s, which modate the six cylinder engine the car was in- prototype stage. This was due to the Supercar O’Hare and Tony Wyatt. Both included a well-timed premier- creased in length. Car scare. Pressure placed on Ford, Holden and men have exceptional player TVFC’s Senior Women’s star, Amanda Hines. 2018 LVSL’s Senior ship in 1995. In August 1970 the GTRXU-1 was Chrysler by the Press caused them to abandon management skills and both fo- Women’s Player’s Player Trafalgar premiership cap- developed by Holden, with Harry Firth of the their specially built supercars for Bathurst, such cus upon player and team devel- tain Brendan Dawson said he Holden Dealers Team, for competition in the as the GTR XU1. Holden abandon its introduc- opment. TVFC are delighted that exceptional skill, poise on the There is much optimism and envisaged Farmer would slot popular Production Series Racing as well tion of the V8 Torana for two years. Eamon and Tony have once again ball and is a pleasure to watch a great sense of expectation at the in at centre half back, whilst as off road rallying. It does not go into pro- In1974 the six cylinder LJ was replaced by signed on for the 2019 season. in action. club as it prepares for the 2019 secretary Daniel Heathcote said duction. However the main purpose was to the new mid-sized body, six and eight cylinder In 2017 Eamon was voted by Whilst this year TVFC’s Aman- season. Being the only LVSL club the club was hopeful the recruit- be able to compete with the powerful Ford LH series. To fill in time prior the March release his peers as the LVSL’s “Coach of da Hines was awarded the LVSL’s located west of Moe, Trafalgar ment would be a well invested New Trafalgar football club recruit Ryan Farmer will be joining Falcon GT-HO V8 in the Hardy Ferodo (Bathurst) of the four cylinder world D-car Holden Gemini, the Year” for his development of Senior Women’s “Player’s Play- Victory is an attractive option one. the Bloods in 2019 Endurance race. The XU-1 proved to be a strong the short wheel based LJ models were given a a relatively inexperienced list into er”. Amanda was voted by her for not only Trafalgar residents, TVFC’s Senior Women’s Coach, Tony Wyatt 2018 LVSL’s Senior Women’s Coach of the Year performer because of its power/weight ratio and basic face-lift. The car was released in both the a competitive finalist unit. Whilst peers as the best player in the but for players from Yarragon, two and four door forms. this season, Tony was voted by league. She is as skilful as she is Willow Grove, Thorpdale and two light towers at Trafalgar’s soc- curing this valuable and much TVFC AGM In March 1974 the release of the first com- his peers as the LVSL’s inaugural determined. Amanda has been a Warragul. In many ways it is a re- cer grounds. needed funding. The funding an- Trafalgar Victory FC held its An- pletely new Torana body with the arrival of the “Senior Women’s Coach of the TVFC success story having played gional club for West Gippsland. The addition of the final two nouncement was made in Drouin nual General Meeting on Friday larger mid-size LH series produced in four door Year”. Tony has lifted women’s at the club since a junior. The Interest in playing at Trafalgar light towers is great news to by Cohen van der Velde Director 9 November at it‘s clubrooms. sedan style only. It was available with a choice of football at Trafalgar significantly. now 19 year old is a dominant Victory FC can be directed to the both Trafalgar Victory FC and of Community Assets at BBSC, The President and Treasurer in line four, in line six or V8 engines. The TVFC Senior Women’s squad midfielder who has every trick club at [email protected]. For Gippsland FC. Both tenants do Danny Goss Deputy Mayor and gave their annual reports and The 5.0 litre V8 engine was reserved for the has finished top three over the in the book. Both Joshua and all information relating to TVFC, their best to look after the pitches Harriet Shing MP. the committee was announced sporting LH Torana SL/R 5000 sedan. A special past two seasons and been fi- Amanda are well worth the gate please log onto www.tvfc.com.au throughout the season. However, Funding for the final stage for season 2019. The execu- build of the SL/R 5000 was the Bathurst in- nalist in recent cup series. Both entry alone on a Sunday at the with the final stage lighting to be lighting at the Trafalgar Soccer tive committee has not changed tended L34 0ption, of which only 263 meant for TVFC Senior Coaches are pas- Trafalgar Recreation Precinct. Trafalgar Soccer installed prior to the 2019 sea- grounds was one of the three bud- from season 2018 and consists of competition were built. sionate about the game, their Whilst Trafalgar Victory FC is lighting to be son, both clubs will have much get submission made to BBSC by Lachlan Wyatt (President), Mark 1978 HTD LX Torana AX9. Winner of the 1978 and 1979 Bathurst 1000s club and their players. yet to replicate the dominance completed greater flexibility with pitch man- TVFC earlier this year. The other Judd (Vice President), Adrien When a club provides great of other codes in the township, Baw Baw Shire has successfully agement as well as an opportunity two submission centred around Makins (Secretary), Raelene coaching and a great environ- it is building towards something applied for $250,000 for soccer to further increased participation. the construction of a much need- Brace(Treasurer). Whilst the ment, great talent will follow. special. The club is competing in lighting via the Victorian State The “Light up the World ed change room/shower facility. general committee members are: In 2017, TVFC’s Joshua Paredes the highest league of competition Government’s World Game Facil- Game” application was submit- To date BBSC secured the fund- Tanya Makins, Michael Byrne, won the LVSL’s “Best & Fairest” that is available in Gippsland. ity Fund. The funds will be used ted by Shane Paynter, BBSC Rec- ing for the lighting project and Cameron Wyatt, Tony Wyatt, Ka- Award. Joshua is an extremely It regularly defeats teams from to bring match standard lighting reation Coordinator, earlier this allocated up to $100,000 towards trina Alison and Matthew Broth- talented, balanced and excep- Moe, Morwell, Traralgon, Sale to the Drouin Dragon’s Soccer year. Trafalgar Victory FC greatly the planning of a multipurpose erton. tionally fair sportsman. He has and Bairnsdale. Club and to complete the final appreciate Shane’s efforts in se- change room facility.
The1967 HB Torana Two Door 2004 Torana Concept car the TT36 Football netball club AGM well attended Ray Wall he Trafalgar football and exceptional work both on and and Belinda Parise, B grade: Nippers, Dylan Malady, Geoff netball club held its an- off the field and to Jamie Hines Aleshia Hallinan and Erika Ma- Byrne and Brett Tonkin. TRAFALGAR Tnual general meeting on for his 200 senior games for the son, C grade: Cassie Malady and There has been extensive dis- October 30 at the social rooms. club. Cassie Pearce, D grade: Angie cussion surrounding the future The senior football and net- Past Players association Blackshaw and Ebony McDon- of the Mid Gippsland football Tyre Service ball club including the junior headed up by Brian Leaf, Noel ald, under 17s: Megan Hancock league. With AFL Victoria ruling football, girls youth football Stoneman and Gerard Lincoln and Ebony McDonald, under that the MGFL and the Alberton Contact us for all your team and netball clubs had an had another great year with their 15s: Angie Farrell and Simone league are to remain as is for T re a a er Nee s outstanding year, fielding 18 annual past players reunion be- Coyle. 2019, the Trafalgar football net- a s e far ser e teams in finals within their com- ing a success and again being a ball club view that during season petitions, winning three senior valuable group who contributes The 2019 committee 2019 that all parties involved ree r a e er e res football club premierships and through their fundraising to the as elected will be: are to sit down and work out an ree a r ff f r ar one senior club netball premier- day to day running costs of the President: TBA amicable solution that fits all re- ree safe e ship as well as a junior netball club. Vice President:Paul Marslen quirements Trafalgar premiership. TrafalgarSenior football coaches have Secretary: Daniel Heathcoate The club voted with the AFL’s The club on a whole had been reappointed for 2019 with Assistant Secretary: resolution and didn’t want to be e er Self Storage BF GOODRICH a stable Selffinancial result Storagewhich senior coach Clinton Eisiendel, Ella McDonald complacent in the possible dis- Na a ar would not be possible without assistant Jace Butler, reserves Treasurer: Donna Noonan solution of the Alberton football Contour o the support from many sponsors coach Brett Tonkin, under 18s League Delegate: Greg Evison netball league. In what was a • Open 7 days a week, 365 days a year r lg r MICHELIN and• membersOpen 7 that days chip ina vitalweek, coach 365 Rhys days Holdsworth a year and as- Committee members: Darren close vote, it was decided that one funds. sistant coach Christian Burgess Brock, Dianne Brock, Danny AFL Victoria and AFL Gippsland eter The season was highlighted whilst the under 16 coach will Farrell, Trevor Howes, Megan should manage the Alberton 2 Sale Yard Road, Trafalgar Managing Agent: 2 Sale Yard Road, Trafalgar Managing Agent: t n TOYO TYRES by the bestowing of life member- be announced shortly. Hancock, Ray Wall, Brett Smart, league and provide the best Call Strzelecki Realty ship to twoCall very Strzelecki deserving Realty re- Netball coaches for 2019 will Bill Holdsworth Jnr, Rhys Hold- possible outcome for all clubs Ph: 5633 2858 r erf r a e a a e cipients, Ph:Donna 5633Noonan for 2858 her be, A grade: Megan Hancock sworth, Ella McDonald, Adel involved. Page 24 — Traf News December 2018 Junior cricketers promote Melbourne Stars Senior cricketers showing promise
n the early stages of the the next game against Traralgon cricket season, Trafalgar is West, chasing 160 with 20 overs Icompeting well in its A and to spare. Bowling first Traf found B grade sides, which at time of some good areas as the wick- writing sees both teams sitting in- ets were shared. With the bat side their competitions top four. James Blaser was the main man, In their round three match smacking 60 to see Traf survive Trafalgar junior cricketers Charlie Hennessy, Olly White, James against Jeeralang-Boolarra, the a scare when it lost 5/1 in the Pace, Bridee Clymo and Sam Jones are in the running to be ball Ships travelled up the hill where middle stages before Callum Mc- Charlie Hennessy being interviewed by WIN News kids at the big bash game at Moe on January 23 they were greeted by inclement Carthy guided the team over the weather. After both sides waited line with an unbeaten 35. ome lucky Trafalgar crick- ing performances have been put won the toss and elected to bowl. no balls for the night, a huge im- an hour to see if there was any The first eleven will be look- eters were part of the Mel- forward by Aydan Connolly, Riley A smart throw from Matt Kersten provement on 30 from the last chance of getting on, the um- ing to improve on their consis- Sbourne Stars promotional White and Josh Giles, whilst Billy resulted in an early runout. A couple of weeks. pires decided to split the points tency in the coming weeks, but tour of their match to be played Claridge took a five wicket haul in much better fielding and bowl- Seven bowlers got a wicket and declared the match a wash- have set themselves a good plat- at Ted Summeraton Reserve on the match against Yinnar. ing effort saw Mirboo Nth all out each. Lucy Coulthard took her out. Oddly enough, if there is a form on which to build. January 23. Unfortunately the under 14’s for 45 runs. Traf’s bowling attack first catch of the season off her coin toss a match is technically In B grade the side hasn’t Young Ships Bridee Clymo, haven’t been able to get on the was much improved but still need own bowling. Ollie Hennessy deemed official, which meant been able to get on the park as Charlie Hennessy, Sam Jones, Ol- park much to start the season, some work to reduce the number took 1/0 and Zak Larkin 1/2 Liam that Indian superstar Avind much as they would like, with lie White, and James Pace were with two losses to start the season of wides and no balls. Coulthard got a great stumping Bharadwaj made his first grade their round three match against interviewed by channel 9 and and a cancellation in round three. Lucy Coulthard took 2/2 off and a good catch in the outfield, debut in a match where a ball Thorpdale washed out and their WIN news to promote the Kooka- Young leg-spinner Josh Cope is 2 in her first game for the sea- Ollie Hennessy took two catches wasn’t ball. following match against St Vin- burra ball kids for the summer of showing promise and looks to be son, James Pace 1/0 off 2, Liam when he took the gloves. Yinnar The following week Trafalgar cent’s forfeited by the opposition. big bash games. developing a nice craft. Coulthard 1/1 and Aaron Aloyts was all out for 33. travelled to Maryvale and put Playing Yallourn Nth in their The competition has been In the under 12s they played chipped in for a tidy spell, pick- James Pace then remained not in a horror show performance round five clash, the Ships com- put out to regional areas with there first game against Willow ing up a wicket. Bride Clymo also out 17, and Liam Coulthard 11, against Latrobe. After bowling piled 102 with Brendan Dawson kids going in the draw to ride the Grove. Traf lost the toss and were took a nice catch at square leg. were solid early in their partner- first the Ships got off to a good scoring 47 not out. Yallourn Nth boundary at the big bash game to sent into bat. James Pace and Louie Hennessy with 18 runs ship and their running between start but were let down by a chased the score in the 40th oval collect any balls that are hit into Louie Hennessy gave the side a and James Pace with 15, gave Traf wickets was excellent. Juddy Ryan countless number of fielding on the very slow Traf outfield, the fence. great start both batting for their another solid start but both were made 4 not out and Beau Asmus- mistakes in the last 30 overs. The with the Ships best bowler being Junior cricket is once again allocated 20 balls. Juddy Ryan, lucky early with catches dropped sen 4 and almost hitting a 4 to see club may have set an unwanted Eammon Rowe with three wick- thriving at the Ships, with the club Bridee Clymo and Ollie White off lofted shots. Jayden Zelley Traf finished 5 for 62. record when its bowlers sent ets and a knock out via beamer. fielding sides in under 16’s, un- also batted out there allotted made his first runs in cricket. Traf In the under 10’s the clubs down 35 wides as Latrobe were This game was followed by der 14’s, under 14’s and under balls. Traf ended up batting out then ended at 0 for 79 after their youngest players have been giv- gifted runs to eventually post a disappointing effort against 12’s. their 20 Overs and made 70 runs. 20 overs. en exposure to a proper game 7/206. Moe, as Traf were skittled for 92 In the under 16’s, the Ships The Ships then bowled well early In the round three match trav- of cricket. In their first match In reply Brodie Burgess and as too many batsmen gave their have won their first four games but struggled to hit the thin Wil- elled to Yinnar with three regular against Latrobe players had a hit Avind Bharadwaj put on 90 for wicket away too easily. With the including an underdog win low Grove pitch. Too many no players out of action The ships and giggle as numbers were lim- the first wicket, with the former ball Zack Brown took two wick- against the highly fancied Willow balls cost the team in the end but had to call on some under 10s to ited, but were still well served by scoring a fine 56 and the latter a ets but the Ships suffered a heavy Grove. With all matches being after a very limited training it was help out. Zak Larkin, Sam Jones and Char- quick 28, before a collapse saw defeat and will be eager to rectify T/20’s, it has been hard to get ev- a great effort for the first game of Traf won the toss and elected lie Hennessy who scored runs the Ships bundled out to be well their performances throughout ery player a decent hit, but the to the season. to bowl. The aim was to keep the whilst Olly white took two wick- short. December in the lead up to the the players credit have been un- In their next match the under extras to a minimum. The team ets. Jaxx Ryan, Tait Kersten and The side got back on track in Christmas break. derstanding of this. Some promis- 12’s played Mirboo Nth. Trafalgar bowled really well with only 13 Max Giles all showing good skills. Ships future in hands of Baw Baw shire IT’S TRUE espite being excluded come convinced that all high additional expenses which will the Trafalgar cricket club is of from its home ground levels of cricket must be played only escalate in years to come. the belief that it is not viable to Vodka can be used Dto play its first grade on turf. Whilst there is no ques- Residents do not fancy watch- have a club that has won close to clean clothes. matches, the Trafalgar cricket tioning the merits of playing on ing their local cricket side play to 40 senior premierships, Spray it over perspiration marks and the club is still putting in strong per- turf, the practicality’s of ensur- in another town, which only produced an Australian player, alcohol will kill bacteria and dry without a formances, with players uniting ing pitches can be prepared to presents a messy ultimatum in as well as some of the all time fragrance to keep the clothes fresher to make the seemingly unneces- a playable standard, that equip- regards to home ground advan- greats of Gippsland cricket, to be sary travels across the Latrobe ment will not be vandalised and tages, fuel costs and player insur- playing its home matches away Valley, which appear to benefit that volunteers will be able to de- ance among many things. from a ground the Ships have clubs other than themselves. vote enough time to maintaining The club was unsuccessful in been at for more than 100 years. With the season now well into them, means that there is mount- appealing the Latrobe Valley dis- With a large degree of un- its second month, the Ships are ing pressure on the Baw Baw trict cricket leagues decision to certainty surrounding what the Thinking of Tyres still yet to play an A Grade match Shire to come good with their allocate Trafalgar home games future may look like, the deliv- THINK at their Trafalgar base, instead plans to construct a new oval at at neutral venues, which was ery of a turf wicket from the Baw being forced to play at away or the Trafalgar recreation reserve, initially done without absolutely Baw Shire will ease a lot of ten- John Brown for Tyres ‘neutral’ grounds as the club is which is imperative that it must any consultation to the Trafalgar sion and ensure that the club can punished for something it does facilitate a turf wicket. cricket club, meaning that Trafal- continue to operate and survive We specialise: • Any Tyre not currently have access to: a Currently, the Trafalgar crick- gar was essentially used to satisfy in an increasingly cutthroat en- • Any Vehicle turf wicket. et club is operating on a shoe- the needs of stronger and more vironment which has seen many The set-up comes as cricket string budget and missing out on populated clubs. other clubs battle away and risk • Any Machine leagues across Gippsland be- vital revenue sales while facing In the best interests of cricket, going under.
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