The Port Albert Tattler—FREE
Community Newsletter! Issue No 124 Jan 2020
The Port Albert Progress Association wishes all residence and surrounding neighbours a fantastic , happy and exciting 2020
Proudly supported by Wellington Shire Council. Editors: Port Albert Progress Association. All care is taken to ensure that the information provided is true and correct at the time of publication. All content provided remains the property of the writers. Submissions can be made anytime by email to: [email protected].
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Calling all Captain Jack Sparrows
PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN MURDER MYSTERY NIGHT JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF FUN AND FRIVOLITY
AUSTRALIA DAY WEEKEND SATURDAY 25TH JANUARY 7.30PM TILL 11PM AT PORT ALBERT COASTGUARD
FOR TICKETS PH 0423599935 $30 PP
SUPPER SUPPLIED DRINKS AT BAR PRICE
LIMITED PLACES SO GET IN QUICK
SUPPORTING PORT ALBERT WATER TOWER WORKING GROUP IN CONJUNCTION WITH PORT ALBERT COASTGUARD
COME AND GET YOUR PIRATE GEAR ON
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Walk Back In Time Saturday January 25 —
Book Now to avoid Disappointment
Alberton Cemetery WAlking tours
Take a walk back in time and discover some of Gippslands oldest residents dating back to the 1820’s.
Learn about the district’s pioneers buried at Alberton Cemetery including Agnes Gellion , the tragic story of the How- den family and the first recorded burial of a European settler Robert McClure who died in March , 1842.
Situated between Yarram and Port Albert the historic Alberton Cemetery is not only one of the oldest in Victoria but is a rare example of a cemetery sited on the banks of a river. The cemetery is home to around 1,300 residents. Come
Alberton Cemetery Walking Tours 2019/2020
Book now for Australia Day Weekend (Saturday Jan 25 ) Walking Tour Limited numbers (50 Tickets available only)
Address: 214 Yarram-Port Road, Alberton, Victoria (offstreet parking available) Price: $10.00 Per Person Family of four (2 Adults / 2 Children under 16) $30.00 Time: Tour commences at 5.30pm sharp Duration: approx 1 hour Booking: https://trybooking.com/BFVOU or contact the event organiser
Phone: 0423968896 https://www.facebook.com/albertoncemeterywalkingtours
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Special Community Notice—Port Albert Fire Evacuation Plan
In the event of a fire evacuation in the Port Albert/Langsborough area the assembly point is the Port Albert Water Sports Centre Car Park—Bay Street , also known as the Yacht Club or Coast Guard car park.
Please see location marked with a red X
Everybody will need to report, and register so that we can track all residents of Port Albert / Langsborough
Key Items to bring with you !!! 1.Bring your pets. 2. Change of clothing. 3. Any medication or dietary requirements. 4. Any form of ID. 5. Check—Is your neighbour safe as well !!
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Special Community Notice—Port Albert Fire Evacuation Plan Emergency Contact Numbers
Port Albert Coast Guard 03 51832555 Bill Knibbs 0427846041 Merve Lowe 0429383037 Gayle Maher (Hall) 0437247242 Police 000 Ambulance 000 Fire 000 Wellington Shire 1300366244 To all residence in Port Albert / Langsborough and surrounding areas make sure you remove all woodpiles from around the house , clear gutters of leaves and keep your grass low and leave your homes if requested by the CFA , Police or emergency body. Suggested things to bring with you in the event of an evacuation …….. Change of clothes and warm blanket Any special medication or dietary requirements Identification and your pets Don’t forget…………. Are your neighbor's safe too?
Stay safe this coming summer.
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Exploring Our Region— Corner Inlet
Corner Inlet is a 600-square-kilometre Bay, that is located 200 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, in the South Gippsland Region of Victoria, and lies within the traditional lands of the Brataolong clan of the Gunai nation.
In the early 1840s European settlers moved into the area and established agricultural, mining and forestry enterprises. Commercial fishing became established in the 1860s. The surrounding land was originally covered by forest which has mostly since been cleared. It has become a popular tourist destination for recreational boating and fishing. Of Victoria's large bays it is both the easternmost and the warmest. It con- tains intertidal mudflats, mangroves, salt marsh and seagrass meadows, sheltered from the surf of Bass Strait by a complex of 40 sandy barrier islands, the largest of which are Snake, Sunday and Saint Margaret Islands.
The inlet is protected as a Ramsar site, by the Nooramunga and Corner Inlet Marine and Coastal Parks, and by part of it lying within the 1,550-hectare Corner Inlet Marine National Park. The inlet adjoins Wilsons Promontory in the west, extends to Ninety Mile Beach in the east, and supports large numbers of migratory waders and other birds as well a rich marine flora and fauna. Some 720 square kilometres of land and water covering Corner Inlet has been recognized by Birdlife Inter- national as an Important Bird Area. Containing the most extensive intertidal mudflats in Victoria, it sup- ports over 1% of the world populations of chestnut teal, Far Eastern curlew, red-necked stint, pied and sooty oystercatchers and the hooded plover. The critically endangered orange-bellied par- rot has occasionally been seen there.
The Inlet is easily reached by road and is adjacent to many towns of South Gippsland including Foster, Port Franklin, Welshpool, Port Welshpool and Port Albert. Wilsons Promontory National Park towers over the southern end of the port waters, which also includes the Corner Inlet and Nooramunga Marine & Coastal Parks.
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What's Happening Around Our Region—Golden Beach
The Victorian Government has moved to reassure residents of a coastal community that a seismic survey, for its carbon capture project, is safe.
The Government's CarbonNet project will use sound waves to map the sea floor off Golden Beach, in eastern Victoria, to see whether it is suitable for a carbon capture and storage project.
A scientific vessel will emit sound waves near Golden Beach to determine whether dried-up oil wells in the Gippsland Basin are suitable.
If the area proves to be suitable, it would be connected to a pipeline linked to carbon-emitting industries in the Latrobe Valley.
The beach will close to swimmers when the survey vessel is close to shore during the 17-day test, conducted over one of the town's busiest holiday periods
Assurances Given
Golden Beach is popular in the fishing community with abundant marine life.
CarbonNet project director Ian Filby said any effects on marine life would be temporary and operations would halt if observers spotted migrating whale and dolphin colonies.
"Seismic sound may cause some species of fish to move away from the area. Some species of fish are not impacted," he said.
A marine life study noting wildlife populations has already begun and a follow-up survey will be carried out after the seismic survey.
A third of Golden Beach residents voiced concerns about its potential economic and environmental impacts at a community meeting.
Residents spoke out about the proximity of the seismic survey to shore.
Throughout February, a scientific vessel will emit sound waves near Golden Beach to determine whether dried up oil wells in the Gippsland Basin, previously used by Exxon Mobil, are suitable for carbon capture storage.
Mr. Filby said if the area was found to be suitable, an injection point could be drilled seven kilometres offshore, with a pipeline linking it to carbon emitting industries in the Latrobe Valley.
Golden Beach Ratepayers' Association president Heleena O'Sullivan said residents did not want the survey or a carbon capture storage project to hap- pen in or near their town.
"No one wants this to happen, we're all on the same page here," Ms O'Sullivan said.
She said ineffective consultation included a forum in July 2017. She said a lack of online information, independent of official sources, had led to con- fusion among residents and property owners.
"There had been some correspondence to and from [authorities] but very minimal — nothing that anyone here could understand," Mrs. O'Sullivan said.
She also criticized the use of volunteer community groups to pass on information to property owners, who largely only visit the town for brief periods or do not have a post box at their address.
Mr. Filby said the survey vessel needed flat waters and this was the only suitable time to avoid other events in the town.
Surf Lifesaving Victoria will patrol the beach, and during the periods where the survey vessel is closest to the shore, advise people not to enter the water.
Mr. Filby said this would occur on weekdays for one hour at a time, for maybe a couple of times a day.
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Recap—November 30 —Xmas Community BBQ— Port Albert Aquatic Centre
On Saturday November 28 , the annual Port Albert Christmas Community BBQ was held in the Port Albert Aquatic Centre supported by the Port Albert Progress Association.
Port Albert put on a beautiful night ( no wind—yeah ) with blue skies and a pleasant temperature for all to enjoy.
It was great to see so many locals plus other friends from the district with plenty of food , drinks and shared plates in abundance.
Karaoke was a big hit with the adults and kids alike dancing , bopping and singing along to the tunes of the 70’s 80,’s and 90’s.
I must say our granddaughter had a great time and was asleep within seconds when we got home.
A big thank you must go out to Merve Lowe , the chef de sausage and meat patties who cooked up a storm all night.
To Jen Smith for coordinating the night ( many hours spent organizing ) and doing the raffle of fantastic prizes and lastly but not least Dean for being the happy barman all night.
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Maritime Museum News—Submitted by Venetia Beaney
“Historic Shipwrecks Amnesty” Port Albert Maritime Museum is the registered custodian of 24 artifacts from the historic wrecks ‘Blackbird’ and ‘Clonmel’ and also five artifacts from sites not yet associated with a wreck. Signed: Heritage Victoria.” Below are some examples of these artifacts. In the last month our museum welcomed 327 visitors from places as diverse as Orkney Islands, Scotland, Isle of Man, UK, Geneva Switzerland, Wellington New Zealand and Yorkshire, UK not to mention each state and territory of Australia. The museum generates a great deal of interest in and appreciation of Port Albert and the history of the area. A recent visitor referred to the museum as “a little gem”. He was pleasantly surprised at the range and diver- sity of our collection.
Nautical Trivia
Turning a blind eye. Meaning intentionally ignoring something.
This phrase came from the Battle of Copenhagen in 1801 when Admiral Lord Nelson deliberately held his telescope to his blind eye in order not to see the flag signal from the Commander to stop attacking the enemy. He continued attacking and won the battle
Gippsland Regional Maritime Museum
Opening Hours—September—May 10.00am—4.00pm—Every Day
A vivid insight into the early history of Port Albert as the gateway to Gippsland and its colourful maritime history. 78 Tarraville Rd, Port Albert, Contact # 51832520
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Promotion and Marketing of Historic Port Albert
Promotion and Marketing
Port Albert Progress Association ( PAPA) continues to work in collaboration with Destination Gippsland and WSC to bring tour group operators into our region through tour company Expanding Horizons. Our first group of visitors is scheduled for February 9th and will comprise of approximately 20 prospective buyers, looking to bring groups into the Gippsland Region, and their partners. Their itinerary will include the Alberton Cemetery, PAMM, a tour of the town’s historic buildings and location, and con- clude with a light seafood luncheon, hosted by Wildfish Restaurant. The purpose of this PAPA initiative is to showcase Port Albert as a destination within a tour of the greater Gippsland Re- gion with the potential to attract tour groups from Victoria and interstate. We are most grateful to Progress members, Warren Curry, Marcus McKenzie, and Michael Hobson for their commitment to this initiative and also to the Port Albert Maritime Museum. Revamping of the Port Albert Tourism Brochure. We currently have a number of business owners and accommodation operators interested in supporting the brochure through advertising. With this in mind we have been collecting information re Grants funding and printing cost to determine what type/size brochure we have the capacity to produce. We will be meeting with printer Tim Van Emerick in early January as part of this process and look forward to keeping you updated. Of course, as with any good promotional tool, photography will play a very big role in how we look to visitors…..please feel free to review your absolute best images of what visitors can expect in the Port…..we will be awarding prizes for im- ages submitted to [email protected] and selected for the brochure……get snapping! If you are interested in working as part of a team to bring this PAPA initiative to fruition…..we would love your input and support, and I would love to hear from you [email protected]
A very Happy New Year to all Tattler readers, Cherie Smirl
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Calender of Events— 2020
What a host of great events we have in Port Albert for the month of January - Cemetery Walking Tour / Australia Day @ Rutter Park , Pirates Murder Mystery Night and Sunday Island Invitational supported by Port Albert Yacht Club
Port Albert Progress Events
January 25 —Alberton Cemetery Walking Tours—Alberton Cemetery @ 5.30pm—Bookings Essential
January 25—Pirates of the Caribbean Murder Mystery Night—Port Albert Aquatic Centre—From 7.30pm January 26— Australia Day in the Park— Rutter Park— 11.00am—2.00pm—All Welcome
March 7— Alberton Cemetery Walking Tours—Alberton Cemetery @ 5.30pm—Bookings Essential
April 11 —Alberton Cemetery Walking Tours—Alberton Cemetery @ 5.30pm—Bookings Essential
April 25—ANZAC Day Ceremony—Dawn Service— Anzac Memorial—Rutter Park—All Welcome
May TBA — Community BBQ—Port Albert Aquatic Centre— 6.00pm—10.00pm - All Welcome
Australian Coast Guard—Port Albert Events
April 12—Coast Guard Fundraiser—Live Music / Raffles & More— Port Albert Aquatic Centre—From 6.00pm June 6 —Coast Guard Fundraiser—Live Music / Raffles & More— Port Albert Aquatic Centre—From 6.00pm Tarra Festival— Port Albert Fireworks April 12—Fireworks & Family Entertainment—Rutter Park—From 2.00pm—All Welcome Port Albert Yacht Club January 12—10.30am—Sunday Island Invitation—Club races to Sunday Island and experience their hospitality March 1—10.30am—Tin Mine Cove Cruise & Picnic—Trailer Sailors day cruise to Tin Mine Cove depart Port Welshpool March 7—7.00pm—Club Trivia Night—Get a table together , great social night and fantastic prizes. May 3—10.30am—Commodores Cup & SG Regatta—South Gippsland V Port Albert for the SG Trophy July 25—6.30pm—Christmas in July—Book a table for this iconic event.
Support & Enjoy Events in Port Albert 2020
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What’s on in January
January 4-5, 10am(Sat)-4pm(Sun) - Seadays Festival -
Come along to the Port Welshpool Maritime Museum for the Seadays Festival. For just a gold coin donation you can view natural, social and commercial artifacts from this fish- ing village, displayed in the Smith family home. Guest speaker Cheryl Glowery, local historian and author, will speak at 1:30pm on Saturday, January 4 about The Long Jetty. There will also be a photographic exhibition, an old fashioned Devonshire afternoon tea, and trash/treasure stalls to browse.
January 11-12, 7am(Sat)-5pm(Sun) - 35th All Victorian Game Fish Tournament -
The South Gippsland Game Fishing Club wish to announce the 35th Annual Sanctioned Tournament and Sportfishing Competition at Port Welshpool on January 11 and 12, 2020. Categories include game fish, game shark, gummy shark, snapper flathead and whiting. There will also be a Monster Raffle on Saturday Night. Don’t miss your chance to com- pete for a share in $10,000 in cash and prizes! Entries are available at https://www.sggfc.com.au
January 12, 2pm - Nick Barker @ Devon North Hall
Nick Barker has been a familiar painting hanging on the walls of the Australian music scene since the late 1980s. Starting off as a bass player in Melbourne's post-punk scene, Nick fronted “Nick Barker and the Reptiles” for four years, moving on to a solo career in 1994. Since then, he has re- leased nine solo albums, toured all over the world, and writ- ten songs with the likes of Tim Rogers, Paul Kelly, and Jimmy Barnes. Nick is happiest on stage with his old Tele- caster hanging over his shoulder and a beer on his amp, playing to an audience that loves real Australian rock 'n roll and a few stories. Barbecue and Bar open from 1:00pm. $5 tickets for kids, so bring the family for a great afternoon of live original Aussie music. Tickets at Cafe Aga or
eventbrite.com/e/nick-barker-in-devon-north-tickets-85193818003
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What’s on in January
January 23, 10am - Corporate Bowls Championship Kickoff Get a team of three together for the inaugural Yarram Country Club Corporate Bowls Championship. No ex- perience is necessary - assistance is available from ex- perienced bowlers. There will be weekly prizes and over- all champions. Contact the Yarram Country Club for more information. Mick 0402 540 387 or Bruce 0408 894 183
January 25, Alberton Cemetery Walking Tour
Take a walk back in time and discover some of Gipp- slands oldest residents, dating back to the 1820s. The cost is $10 per person, or $30 for a family of four (2 Adults / 2 Children under 16). Tours commence at 5:30pm sharp and last approximately one hour. To book go to https://trybooking.com/559428 or contact the event organizer at 0423 968 896 or by e-mail at albertonceme- [email protected]
January 26—Australia Day in Rutter Park—12 noon—3.00pm
Great family fun day at Rutter Park , Port Albert . Stalls , food vans , live music and much more for the family , kids and grown ups alike.
January 25—26 Australia Day Weekend—Port Albert Hall—Art by Stephen Balhorn—10.00am—4.00pm
Oil paintings of Port Albert and other Victorian destina- tions , inspired by working in Finland and America
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Meerkat Menu of the Month!
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PORT ALBERT PROGRESS ASSOCIATION INC ABN: 54 360 879 281
APPLICATION/RENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIP 2019
(PLEASE PRINT)
NAME: ...... …………………………………………………………………………………………. ADDRESS: ...... P/CODE: ...... TELEPHONE NO:……...... EMAIL: ......
MEMBERSHIP TYPE: SINGLE FAMILY Fee’s are due each 1st January $5.00 $10.00
Membership Fees can be paid by direct deposit or cheque, please circle which:
Cheque enclosed Direct Deposit
Please return this form completed to: [email protected]
Or by post to: PO Box 7 Port Albert Vic 3971
Direct Deposit to: BSB: 633-000Acct: 162 752 075 Reference: Family Name and Initials please
SIGNED: ...... DATE: ......
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PORT ALBERT MERCHANDISE
Hats, Bumper Stickers & Magnets are now available for purchase.
All proceeds go directly to the cost of produc- ing the merchandise, events, production of The Port Albert Tattler & co-contribution of com- munity projects.
Stickers can be purchased from locations in Port Albert, namely Port Albert General Store, Port Albert Wharf Fish & Chips, Port Albert Maritime Museum and the Courthouse Gallery in Yarram.
Thanks for Supporting Port Albert
Keep up to date with all that's happening in Port Albert via The next Progress Meeting will be held on Port Albert Community Tattler on Facebook. Simply like , Tuesday January 14, 2020 , starting at 7pm in share and enjoy !! the CFA Meeting Room. All are welcome to attend.
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Wellington Shire Council Community News
Storytelling Fun at Council Libraries in January 2020
Children and young people are encouraged to visit Wellington libraries over January 2020 to participate in Council’s Summer Reading Club’s free storytelling activities. This year’s theme is ‘A Roomful of Stories’.
Provided as part of Council’s School Holiday Program, this is an opportunity for children to create and share stories through writing, with objects, pictures or storytelling.
Wellington Shire Council Mayor Alan Hall said that the Summer Reading Club activities encourage children and young people to visit our libraries, stimulate a love of reading and build a lifelong library habit.
“Our libraries are fun places to visit; they help connect you and your family with your community,” he said.
“Stories are everywhere, waiting to be shared.”
Tuesday 14 January 2020 Rosedale Library 10.30am-11.30am Yarram Library 2.00pm-3.00pm
Wednesday 15 January 2020 Stratford Library 10.30am-11.30am Heyfield Library 2.00pm-3.00pm
Thursday 16 January 2020 Maffra Library 10.30am-11.30am Sale Library 2.00pm-3.00pm
Tuesday 21st January 2020 Sale Library 10.30am-11.30am
These storytelling activities are free, bookings are essential. To reserve your place, call 5142 3146 or email [email protected]. For further information visit summerreadingclub.org.au
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Wellington Shire Council Community News
Port Albert - Reminder for Dog Owners
Wellington Shire Council welcomes holiday-makers and their pets to Port Albert and surrounding beachside towns this summer.
For the comfort and safety of all, please keep your dog on a lead when visiting Rutter Park.
This is the only designated dog on-lead park in Port Albert.
Also, remember to take your clean up bags with you.
It is your responsibility to clean up after it.
If you get caught out, dog bag dispensers are located at various locations around Port Albert.
Cleaning up after your dog keeps Port Albert looking and smelling beautiful!
For a full list of places throughout Wellington Shire where you are required to keep your dog on a lead, visit www.wellington.vic.gov.au/dogsonleads
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Wellington Shire Council Community News
Wellington’s Best Recognised at Annual Awards Sale’s Michael Page OAM was awarded the 2020 Wellington Citizen of the Year, at a luncheon held today in Sale.
Mr Page has made an incredible contribution to the Wellington community for many years, with many asking how he finds the time to volunteer for so many organisations and causes.
Some of Mr Page’s most recent involvements include the Monday Tucker Program which provides a weekly hot meal for those less fortunate; the Sale Music Festival; the Police Mentoring Program; the Engaging Youth Program; the SEED Community Garden initiative; and the Gippsland Veterans Welfare Centre.
Alex Nicholls of Munro was names Young Citizen of the Year for his contribution to his local farming communities battling the drought. The 11-year-old organised a very successful fundraising fun run for drought affected farmers and their families.
Sale City Band took the honours in the Group of the Year category. The band was first established 148 years ago and is an insti- tution in Wellington.
Their bright red uniforms and signature brass band sound are synonymous with community celebrations in our region. Members of the band give their time freely to provide musical entertainment for many events throughout Wellington and beyond.
The Event of the Year category was won by Sale United Football Club for its Annual Primary Schools Twilight Tournament, which sees more than 500 primary aged children of all abilities learning to play soccer in a competition held over eight weeks.
The tournament has been running for 25 years and is a highlight of the sporting calendar for many primary school children throughout Wellington.
Wellington Shire Council Mayor Alan Hall congratulated all the nominees and winners of the annual awards.
“In Wellington Shire we are fortunate to have so many fantastic residents who really care about their towns and the people in them,” he said.
“They actively become involved, using their passions, skills and experience to make Wellington a better place to live.
“Today we recognised their generosity and congratulated these extraordinary citizens on their commitment to our community.”
Wellington Shire Council Australia Day award winners:
Citizen of the Year – Michael Page OAM
Young Citizen of the Year – Alex Nicholls
Group of the Year – Sale City Band
Event of the Year – Annual Primary Schools Twilight Tournament, held by the Sale United Football Club
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Wellington Shire Community News
Road Improvements Scheme —Port Albert / Manns Beach
Wellington Shire Council has extended the timeline for feedback for the proposed Special Charge Schemes for both Manns Beach and Port Albert until 30 January, 2020. Property owners in Manns Beach and Port Albert were sent information in October detailing the proposed scheme and were asked to complete a survey indicating whether or not they were in support. While the responses received to date are positive, Council would like more surveys to be returned and so have ex- tended the submission time encouraging all property owners to return their surveys. It is important to return your survey whether you want the scheme to go ahead or not. Reminders have been sent out to those who have not yet returned their surveys. A minimum of 60% properties are required to support the proposal for either of the schemes to be considered further by Council. Should Council resolve to progress the scheme, a more formal stage of consultation will then commence. For further information contact please contact the Wellington Shire Council Service Centre on 1300 366 244.
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Gippsland Ports wishes to advise its customers and the public of the following office and depot closures over the Christmas – New Year period. Head Office Bairnsdale Close: 11.30 am Friday 20 December 2019 Reopen: Thursday 2 January 2020 Boatyard – Paynesville Close: 11.30 am Friday 20 December 2019 Reopen: Thursday 2 January 2020 Boatyard – Bullock Island Close: 10.30 am Friday 20 December 2019 Reopen: Monday 6 January 2020 Depot – Lakes Entrance Close: 10.30 am Friday 20 December 2019 Reopen: Thursday 2 January 2020 Depot – Port Welshpool Close: 5.00 pm Thursday 19 December 2019 Reopen: Monday 6 January 2020
Please note that there will be NO ACCESS to the above sites during the closure.
Emergency Contacts For an immediate emergency response please call 000. Other Contacts (Gippsland Ports) Marine Pollution 0429174606 Marine Incidents 0429174606/ 0437002707 Navigation Aids 0429018800 Damage to Property/Infrastructure 0429018800
Gippsland Ports wishes all a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and a safe and HAPPY NEW YEAR
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Visit Victoria—Farewell Peter Bingeman—CEO
It’s been an extraordinary privilege to lead Visit Victoria through a crucial period of change and help grow our tourism and events industries since July 2016. I wanted to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for your support and hard work during the past three and half years.
Together we have achieved:
A record visitor economy - $31 billion, a growth of 8.3 billion (37 per cent) since June 2016.
More Victorian jobs - an increase of 30,000 (15 per cent) since June 2016 to 2018.
More regional jobs - an increase of 13,000 (16 per cent) since June 2016 to 2018.
Greater value of major events - Over $2.5 billion (up $700 million since 2014) contributed to Victoria's economy.
Greater value of business events - Over $500 million secured in 2018-19 by Melbourne Convention Bu- reau, delivering the strongest ever economic impact on record for Victoria.
Highest hotel occupancy rate in Australia - Victoria is at 78.5 per cent as at June 2019.
Multiple destination campaigns - new creative intrastate, interstate and international marketing cam- paigns delivered, the latter two launched for the first time in six years. All of which has contributed to: - Mel- bourne maintaining its position as Australia's preferred interstate short break destination - Regional Victoria maintaining its position as Melburnians preferred short break destination - Victoria having the second largest visitor economy in the country.
Formed one high-performing entity - Visit Victoria, to enhance the state's competitive advantage through the amalgamation of business events (Melbourne Convention Bureau), major events (Victoria Major Events Company) and destination marketing (Tourism Victoria).
The team at Visit Victoria works tirelessly to achieve the best outcomes for the State of Victoria and is continu- ally finding ways to disrupt and forge sector leadership in Australia and across global markets. I am immensely proud of them and know that the team will continue to thrive.
Tourism working together to showcase Victoria and supporting small , medium and large businesses in Victoria—Thank You Visit Victoria and all the best to Peter Bingeman in his future endeavors
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Community Assistance Notice Board—Emergency & Port Albert Community Directory
Emergency Contact List
Police , Fire & Emergency Service—000
King Street Medical Clinic , 6 King Street , Yarram— 51825533 ( Monday—Friday—9.00am—5.00pm )
Yarram & District Health Service / Hospital , 85 Commercial Road , Yarram—51820222
Yarram Medical Centre , 121 Commercial Road , Yarram—51820333 ( Monday—Friday 9.00am—5.30pm
Yarram Dental Group , 39 Bland Street , Yarram—51826606 ( Monday—Wednesday 9.00am—6.00pm ) - Appointments Essential
Yarram Veterinary Clinic , 230 Commercial Street , Yarram—51825400 ( Mon—Fri 8.30am—5.30pm—Sat 9.00am—12.00 noon )
Yarram Pharmacy , 199 Commercial Street , Yarram—51825005 ( Mon—Fri 8.30am—5.30pm—Sat 9.00am—12.00 noon )
Port Albert Community Directory
Port Albert CFA – Fire Brigade –Meetings Monday Night 730 pm—CFA Meeting Rooms
Port Albert Progress Association – Meets every second Tuesday of the month, CFA meeting rooms, 7pm .
Email [email protected]
Port Albert Mechanics Hall Committee of Management –Contact 0431734236 Email : [email protected]
Port Albert Coast Guard – Part of Australia Volunteer Coast Guards – For Membership - https:// coastguard.com.au/membership Contact : (03) 5183 2555 Port Albert Sports and Light Game Fishing – Local Fishing Competitions and Team Events - Contact : Charles 0427532961
Email : [email protected]
Port Albert Maritime Museum – Contact : David Dickson 51832520
The Friends of St John’s Inc. - Contact : President Ray Walka - Email: [email protected]
Port Albert Yacht Club – Sailing Lessons, Competitions & Other Events – Email : [email protected]
or Contact : 0417106279
The Historic Port Albert Boat Club Inc – Contacts: President Ces 0428 826 476, Vice President Chris Beer 0427 826 119
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Local Recurring Events
YARRAM YARRAM Courthouse Market Scout Hall PRODUCE , HOME , GARDEN VARIOUS STALLS—8.000am—1.00pm Every Friday from 10.00am—1.00pm 1st Sunday of the month Yarram Library No Markets July / August ROCK , RHYTHM & RHYME Ship Inn Motel Music for Babies & Toddlers OPEN MIC—ALL WELCOME Every Friday from 9.30am An open mic where anyone can come Yarram Library along & sing or play an instrument. PRESCHOOL STORY TIME 1st Sunday of each month 1.00pm—6.00pm Every Thursday from 11.00am PORT ALBERT Holy Trinity Market PRODUCE , CRAFTS , HOME , GARDEN CRAFTS , PLANTS , FOOD 4th Sunday of the month—9.00am—1.00pm 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month—10.00am—2.00pm Port Albert Hall Holy Trinity Anglican Church Bicentennial Gardens St JOHN’S Port Albert—2 services per month 1st & 3rd Sun days @ 9.00am—Everyone is welcome and a friendly cuppa PRODUCE SWAP after the service. Contact Sue on 0484903590 should you re 3rd Saturday of the month @ 9.00am quire further information GORMANDALE HOMEGROWN FOOD / HANDMADE GOODS SWAP 3rd Saturday of the month @ 2.00pm Gormandale Community House
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Promote Your Business b y A d vert i sing In The Port Albert Community Tat t l er & Port Albert “Enjoy the Experience “web page for only : 12 Month Advertising 1st of July – 30th of June 1 x Block Size/Business Card - $120 per year 2 X Block Size - $200 per year 3 X Block Size - $300 per year 4 X Block Size - $400 per year Casual Advertisements $30 per 1 Block per
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