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Residents are once again able to visit the local library after Premier Daniel Andrews announced the further easing of restrictions on Sunday. Maryborough Regional Libraryʼs library services coordinator Maree Stephenson has welcomed the announcement, and said libraries are not only a place to borrow books for learning and pleasure, but also for social connection. Story, Page 8. 231020 14 MATTER OF TIME Broiler farm applications likely to be approved by Central Goldfields Shire Council RILEY UPTON 396 Bald Hill Road, Carisbrook The applications are exempt and contained within the farm She said deferring a decision on Controversial applications for and the other at 3080 Pyrenees from public notice requirements, boundary, with the minimum the applications could result in the two broiler farms each with a Highway, Carisbrook — that they according to the report tabled to distance for both applications 686 applicants lodging an appeal to the capacity of up to 400,000 birds on were exempt from public notice council at the meeting, as under the metres. Victorian Civil and Administrative the Moolort Plains near Caris- requirements and would be decided Victorian Code of Practice for Broiler The applications were included on Tribunal. brook could be approved before under delegation. Farms they fall under the category of the meeting agenda despite council “For the two applications that we the newly elected council is Both applications were received Class A farms. being in caretaker mode, however have, the statutory timeframe for sworn in. by council in May this year and According to the code, farms are general manager infrastructure making a planning permit appli- At Tuesday’s ordinary council propose to develop a caretakers considered class A if they have a assets and planning Rebeccacation decision — which is 60 days — meeting, administrators notedresidence, associated infrastructure capacity of between 10,000 and Stockfeld told the council the ends this coming Friday (today),” she council had received the two and six sheds to house up to 400,000 400,000 birds and the required applications had to be before the said. applications — one for the land at birds. minimum separation distance is met meeting due to time constraints. Continued on Page 3

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The Paddys Ranges Ward only and Anna De Villiers, have put their “Local councils make all kinds of attracted one candidate however, in hands up for the Tullaroop Ward • Umbrella Grass • Court Jester decisions for their communities, so Chris Meddows-Taylor, meaning he (one vacancy). it’s important that you exercise your will be declared as the councillor on Residents in the Paddys Ranges • Shield Pennywort • Elephant Ears (taro) right to vote,” Electoral Commis- or after election day (Friday, October Ward will not have to vote this sioner Warwick Gately said. 23), according to the Victorian election due to the seat being PH: 5461-4508 “Your vote will help decide who Electoral Commission (VEC). uncontested. 64 Derby Road, Maryborough will be representing you at the local In ballot paper order, the Flynn Voting is compulsory for voters level for the next four years.” Ward (one vacancy) Liesbeth Long who were on the state roll for this www.carramarnursery.com Local mail clearance times vary so and Marion Da Costa have election at 4 pm Friday, August 28 CLOSED TUESDAYS voters should check their local mail nominated and a total 11 candidates and council-enrolled voters are clearance times to make sure their have announced their running for encouraged to vote. State-enrolled vote is in the mail on time. Voters the Maryborough Ward (four voters who don’t vote may be fined. Operation Saturn kicks off across the state How to make your community, with easing of some the safety of vulnerable road users. In a shattering week on restrictions coinciding with two long “For those in metro Melbourne, Victorian roads, seven lives have weekends. it’s the first time in a while we’ve new home a reality. been lost since October 14. “We’re urging everyone to go back been able to move further than five With so many processes, steps and jargon, talk of With restrictions easing and two to basics. That means buckling up, kilometres from home,” AC Murphy caveats, covenants, easements and planning upcoming long weekends, Victoria slowing down, and not driving while said. Police are urging the community to impaired.” “Be patient, exercise caution and overlays, buying your first home can get confusing. drive safely as the dangers on our During the operation police will be drive slowly to ensure that you keep I can help make sense of the process and guide you roads begin to creep back in. conducting both preliminary breath yourself and other road users safe. Police have launched Operation tests (PBT) and drug tests. As police “Expect to see vulnerable road to achieving your dream. Saturn, a two-and-a-half-week road are deployed in vehicles, the users such as pedestrians and policing operation that kicked off community can expect to see them in cyclists around populated areas like yesterday and will run into locations where booze buses aren’t parks and beaches and drive November. typically spotted. accordingly.” Call me first. The state-wide operation will aim “I want to make it clear that Regional police will be active in to prevent further trauma on the Victoria Police is still conducting and around their communities to roads caused by dangerous driving PBTs and drug tests,” AC Murphy prevent serious collisions and trauma Professional, mobile in both metropolitan Melbourne and said. that often results from speeding, regional Victoria. “We know that the number of fatigue or distracted driving. conveyancing service Road Policing Command Assistant drink and drug drivers typically “We know regional motorists and Commissioner Libby Murphy said increases on grand final weekend their passengers are over-rep- 0448 740 298 Victorians are facing two different and during the Melbourne Cup resented in serious collisions,” AC Lauren Dent but equally dangerous settings on Carnival. 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The low numbers have already movement hopefully next week seen changes made to restrictions. following announcements we’ll make CHRISTIE HARRISON From last Sunday in regional on Sunday,” he said. COVID-19 cases have areas the household bubble rule was “Testing is critically important, remained in the single digits this eliminated allowing two people from particularly when we get outbreaks week and regional residents two different households to visit — that’s what was so successful in have enjoyed slightly eased another resident once per day (not Shepparton (and other Melbourne restrictions since Sunday. On Thursday there were five new including infants under 12 months or areas). cases in Victoria — all from metro dependents), an increased patron “We want to do everything we areas and linked to known outbreaks limit for hospitality venues, and possibly can to stop the spread of this — with no lives lost to the virus. indoor pools able to open for under virus, because it can be deadly but There were 105 active cases, just 18 swimming lessons and one-on-one it’s also something that every day we three of which were in regional hydrotherapy. learn more about. Victoria from the small outbreak in Premier Daniel Andrews also “There’s a growing body of Greater Shepparton. hinted this week that the border international evidence that for many The rolling average of new cases between regional Victoria and metro people who are otherwise healthy or confirmed over the past 14 days sat Melbourne could open sometime in quite young, that if you get this, it at 0.4 for regional Victoria on November and during Thursday’s can be very hard to shake. Thursday, with zero cases with an press conference, said further “It can be a long lasting, chronic unknown source, while Melbourne’s changes will “hopefully” beillness rather than a cough or a cold average sat at 6.1 with 10 mystery announced this Sunday. you’d get over in a short period of CE cases. “There will be a greater freedom of time.” CHAN Residents, candidates frustrated by lack of consultation AST AY Continued from Front Page visually, it’s more so how it’s were aware of the applications. L D Despite the constraints, Central happened — it seems underhanded “These applications could have UN Goldfields Shire Council CEO Lucy to me.” simply gone through and been S Roffey said it’s unlikely a decision on Mr Gregory said it’s “only a matter approved without anyone knowing S the applications will be made this of time” before the proposed broiler about it and that would not be ND week, however expects it to be farms are approved and is concerned appropriate.” E finalised within the next fortnight. about future expansion. The latest applications follow She said all that is holding the “Sometimes you do have to get rid significant controversy surrounding process up is referral agencies, who of red tape and I can see why that broiler farm development and are yet to provide feedback on the needs to happen, but who’s to say expansion in Strathlea and proposed broiler farms. that if these farms go up they won’t Baringhup, where just last year “The 60 days is up on Friday be expanded down the track,” he residents learned all broiler farm (today) but you normally get a bit of said. planning permits had been cancelled N EE leeway, the applicant isn’t going to “To be honest I think these farms following a seven-year legal battle. S V Kills Viruses in Seconds will be approved, it’s only a matter of S T rush off to VCAT first thing Monday, In 2017, after council rejected the A N parti-cularly if they know we’re time.” proposal multiple times, a 325,000 O getting close to actually making a In a letter to the editor in bird broiler farm in Strathlea was • Kills 99.9% decision,” she said. Tuesday’s edition of The Advertiser, approved by VCAT. of bacteria “When we hear back from the Tullaroop Ward candidate Anna de Despite the controversy, referral authorities we can move Villiers outlined her concern around administrator Hugh Delahunty said • Great for travel, ahead, we’re expecting that in the the broiler farm applications. the shire’s current broiler farms have electronics, next week or two and I don’t think “I am concerned by the timing of caused no issues for council and in masks, toys, our planners have seen anything the application and the unseemly spite of the controversy, welcomed door knobs that would warrant a refusal. haste with which the approvals seem the two applications. & more “It’s a much better outcome for the to be pursued,” the letter reads. “I am really pleased we’ve got community if we deal with these “The approval of said applications some more economic development applications now because if they should be held back until the new going on in our shire, we’re always went to VCAT for us failing to council has been appointed.” looking for more jobs,” he said. determine, then we would have no Fellow Tullaroop Ward candidate “When we (the administrators) say over the conditions placed on Sonia Wright labelled the lack of arrived we did visit the broiler farms them and so they end up having public notice as “disgusting” in a in the shire, I know there was a lot minimal conditions.” statement on her candidateof controversy when they were Disinfecting The applications have been met Facebook page. approved by VCAT but I think UV light with backlash from members of the “My heart is with all the they’ve been operating very well and community, with residents and both neighbouring property owners, it is they’ve caused council no problems. candidates for the Tullaroop Ward in disgusting that none of you have a “Any time you get a proposed the current council elections slam- right to object and have your say,” development like this you have to ming the proposed developments. the statement reads. have a landholder willing to sell or Ross Gregory, a neighbouring “It appears that the new broiler lease that land and from my point of Relieve: landholder to the proposed Bald Hill code is specifically set up to take view, I’m very happy to support the • Muscle tension Road site, said the lack of public away people’s basic legal rights.” recommendations outlined in this • Nerve pain notice and the apparent urgency of During the council meeting, report.” the applications seems “under- Central Goldfields Shire chief In moving the motion to note the • Neck soreness handed”. administrator Noel Harvey refuted report’s recommendations, adminis- • Foot discomfort “There wasn’t any discussion at all that council were trying to push the trator Karen Douglas said she’s • Lower back pain with the community, the first we applications through. disappointed there will be no • Muscle cramp knew about it was in the council “It has been suggested that this is community consultation. meeting agenda and you can’t go to something we are sneaking through “I think I speak for all three of us council meetings at the moment — at the 11th hour by some in the (administrators) when I say we were All these and more products available now at... you can watch them but you can’t community and I clearly want to less than happy with the timing of even comment,” he said. refute that,” he said. this report coming to the agenda so “Why wouldn’t you let the matter “We didn’t have to bring this to the late in our term here,” she said. go to our elected council when that council meeting but we wanted to “It’s just unfortunate it’s come to comes in, especially when council is and I commend our planning staff this, I’m disappointed there’s not an in caretaker mode? who took the initiative to raise this opportunity for the community to “Odour from the farms is not my matter with the council to ensure have some involvement in such an main worry and I’m not concerned both we and also the community important decision.” 176 High St, Maryborough. 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HOLLANDS COACH TOURS 22 DRIVE-IN COURT, MARYBOROUGH 5461-2811 www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 — Page 3 NEW IN-STORE & ONLINE Locals urged to get hands- on for cancer awareness “At the moment people under- importantly to seek medical going their first surgical appoint- attention if you notice anything ANGELA TUCKER ment aren’t allowed any visitors so unusual,” she said. With October being Breast we’re that support person for them “We are hearing from our Cancer Awareness Month and and it’s the same during chemo- McGrath breast care nurses that the following an almost 40 percent therapy, they’re not allowed any COVID-19 restrictions have meant drop in breast screenings in visitors, but we can be there for people have been hesitant about March and April, the McGrath them.” visiting their GP. Foundation is urging locals to According to the Cancer Council, “It’s so important that if you find take matters into their own breast cancer is the most common a lump or notice any changes to your hands and ‘look, feel, learn’. cancer in women in Australia (apart breasts that you seek medical Servicing locals in Bendigo and from non-melanoma skin cancer) attention straight away. Don’t wait Ballarat, McGrath Foundation and the second most common cancer for the pandemic to be over.” breast care nurses support patients to cause death in women, after lung Symptoms to look for are lumps, from diagnosis and throughout their cancer. pain, thickening of the skin, redness, treatment, with all nurses providing “There has been a 37 percent drop inverted nipples, dimples, skin sores support for the various stages of in demand for imaging services and nipple crust or discharge. Wardrobe in need of a freshen up? Call into Rinaldi’s! breast cancer, including metastatic since March and breast biopsies fell breast cancer. The McGrath Foundation’s ‘look, by a quarter nationally over the feel, learn’ steps are: Jade Curtain, a McGrath Founda- same period which is really 96-100 Nolan St, tion early breast cancer care nurse concerning because we know that • Look at the shape and Maryborough. based in Bendigo, said during early detection is really important appearance of your breasts and 5461-1616. COVID-19 it’s been particularly when it comes to treatment,” Ms nipples in the mirror with your tough on patients and their families Curtain said. hands by your sides. Raise your I N A L D I ʼ S and that the service is available for “Breast Cancer Awareness Month arms above your head and have free. is the perfect reminder to go and do another look. “We know that a lot of our your monthly check, continue to get • Feel all of your breasts and patients are more anxious than ever breast screens and go to your GP if nipples looking for anything that and generally more emotional due to you are unsure, especially con- isn’t normal for you. Feel from your the extra pressures COVID has had, sidering how prevalent breast collarbone to below the bra-line and so being able to provide that extra cancer is in Australia.” under your armpit too. bit of support to them and their McGrath Foundation CEO, Holly • Learn what is normal for you — VOTE breasts come in all different shapes families has been incredibly Masters said early detection of 1 important,” she said. breast cancer while it is still small and sizes, so get to know your “Our main role is to help and confined to the breast provides normal. See your doctor if you notice ANNE individuals and their families the best chance of being effective. any changes. impacted by breast cancer, mainly “At the McGrath Foundation we The McGrath Foundation breast by providing that physical, psycho- say, ‘if you grow them, know them’. care nurses is a free service and CANTERBURY logical and emotional support, which Our message this Breast Cancer patients and their families can self- has been made even more important Awareness Month is to get familiar refer by visiting Having lived in Maryborough for over because of COVID. with how to check your breasts, but www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au. 25 years, I have formed valuable relaonships with business. Orange Door opens in Central Highlands I know what our town needs as we progress family, Aboriginal and men’s The $6.1 million project includes services. a primary site in Ballarat, with an into the future of an elected Council. The state’s sixth Orange Door It is the latest development in the access point planned for Moorabool is now open, which means those government’s family violence reform Shire and outposted services in the I have the knowledge and experience needed at risk and those who are or work, with the Orange Door Rural City of Ararat and Hepburn to get the job done. have experienced familyNetwork to eventually service all 17 Shire for people seeking face-to-face violence can access services Department of Health and Human support — all operating in line with they need closer to home. Services regions by 2022. current coronavirus restrictions. Five Orange Doors have already Minister for Prevention of Family During the pandemic, leaving CEO of Keep Australia Beauful opened across the state in Barwon, Violence Gabrielle Williams an- home for your safety is allowed and Inner Gippsland, North East nounced earlier this month that the from Wednesday, anyone seeking Melbourne, Bayside Peninsula and A strong background in finance Orange Door Network officially assistance with a family violence Mallee, with Loddon and Goulburn began operating in Central matter in the Central Highlands to commence service in the coming Highlands, which covers the areas of region can contact The Central months. Past Highland Society president and treasurer Ballarat, Ararat, Golden Plains, Highlands Orange Door Network on In the Central Highlands, the Pyrenees, Moorabool and Hepburn. 1800 219 819. 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It is also important that • Check the connections to make barbecue at home with your house- you take a few minutes to inspect sure they are tight and that the O hold to celebrate, it is important to the gas bottle and connection, and rings are in good condition and have do a few safety checks. leak-test the connection to the gas not cracked or split. “Before you throw on the snags cylinder every time you connect it,” • Use your barbecue in a clear and chops for grand final day or the he said. space. Never use it indoors or in a Melbourne Cup, we’re asking you to “Doing these simple checks can confined area and ensure there is check the connections on your gas help keep you and your loved ones adequate clearance from walls, barbie,” he said. safe. fences, and other property. “Spending a few minutes to “If your barbecue does catch fire, inspect the connection before you remember to call Triple Zero (000), • Cook with barbecue utensils and turn on the gas can keep you and and if it is safe to do so, turn off the wear an apron to protect yourself your loved ones safe. And it means gas at the meter or cylinder.” from hot fat. you won’t end up with a crew of To make sure your barbecue is • Remove excess fat from the firefighters crashing your barbecue.” safe: barbecue after each use to prevent Acting CFA Chief Officer Cook • If a fire occurs, don’t try to fires. 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GF ...... N.. OW AV $3 ’ le ...... 2 ’ m .... Y ... .0 on and h .....L....I...V.....E... R ...... 0 been plagued with delays and ran • Fish and ollandaise sau OHOL DE ...... c chips panko c ND AeL GCF ...... $2 $26.00 rumbedF flOathOD A ...... 7.00 “This release confirms that the • House sm ead with cala ...... oked mari, le beef rib bourb mon and tarta $22.00 on BBQ glaze re ...... and southern SCHNIT fried or BBQ $18.00 Infrastructure ZELS All s grilled GF chi out of funds last year — would not be erved with (2 cken wings ( ) mash, veg, s 2) $32.00 • Panko c alad, coleslaw $5.00 State Labor Government never rumbed, then GF or chips .00 fried chic VERY FEE • ken schni DELIVERY FEE Plain: With tzels: all ...... sauce of choi ...... • ce ...... Highland: G completed as originally planned and arlic butter, gr $23.00 • illed bacon an Parma: Toma d gravy intended to complete the original to sugo, smok mance issues remain with the ed ha • Stock m pieces, moz man: Sautéed zarella chees bacon, mush e • Mexic rooms, garlic, an: Mexican m onion and gra with the extra funding would bring ince, jalapeno vy s • Avolan , capsicum an che: Avocado d mozzarella scope of the project, and the request , fried egg and cheese current network, a number of which • holla F n armhouse: Sm daise sauce oked tomato • relish, fried e Godfather: Na gg, bacon an poli Sauce, ba d melted chee the investment to $814 million. • H con, olives, on se awaiian: Toma ion, mushroom to sugo, smo , pepperoni a that the Federal Government fund a ked ham piec nd mozzarell are due to the decision to pause es, pin a eapple and mozzare To get it back on track, the review further work on the project. further 80 percent of the revised Reopeninglla cheese proposed a package of works which “These issues are resulting in project highlights their lack of would cost an additional $244 reduced capacity, increased journey commitment to it,” she said. for Lunch million, formed by a state contri- times and increased costs for “Today (Tuesday) I’ve spoken with bution of $48.8 million and $195.2 operators and producers,” it read. stakeholders who have expressed THURSDAY – SUNDAY million from the Federal Govern- Minister for Transport Infra- their great disappointment that the ment. structure Jacinta Allan said the original plan is not being adhered to, FROM 29TH OCTOBER Of the four strategic options Commonwealth has had the revised but rather a partial version, with yet identified in the original business business case since May and that it more investigation to be completed. plan, the review recommended the was disappointing the MBRP did not “The State Government’s own fourth option “optimising the receive funding in the recent Federal review claims that the MBRP is capacity and performance of the Budget. critically important to Victoria, and current 2019 network, particularly “This project is too important to especially to Mallee, in order to the Yelta Line, but without play politics with — we want the deliver investment, jobs and TAB OPEN converting the remaining broad- Commonwealth to come forward improved efficiency in supply chains FROM SATURDAY 31ST OCT - RIGHT gauge lines to standard gauge”. with their support so we can get in what is one of Victoria’s most The review stated no further more freight on trains and more important export regions. To fully THROUGH TO MELBOURNE CUP DAY. standardisation of the network can realise the benefit of the project, it trucks off regional roads,” she said. Get your bets on early! As current restrictions of 10 people be justified as costs are “significantly “Our rail freight and passenger should be delivered in full, not with greater than forecast in the original network has transformed since the the half measures now proposed. in each room will equate to large waits and large lines on business case” and the anticipated project was first developed, and this “The State Government offering a Melbourne Cup Day. Book your table online or via the app. benefits from standardisation can revised set of works will make sure mere $48.8 million to fix their largely be achieved by enhancing the this project delivers for Victorian mistakes, while expecting the existing standard and broad-gauge farmers and freight operators well Federal Government to provide a Maryborough Highland Society 35 High Street, Maryborough network. into the future.” further $195.2 million, is extra- Phone 5461 1480 | www.highlandsociety.com.au The review also noted perfor- Proposed works in the revised ordinary.”

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www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 — Page 5 CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS SHIRE COUNCIL WEEKLY UPDATE Last chance to mail ballot packs Are you fire ready? Residents who have enrolled with the Victorian Electoral It’s time for residents to start preparing their properties for Commission to vote in this month’s Council Elections, will the upcoming fire season. have received the voting ballot pack in the mail. No matter where you live in Central Goldfields Shire – Ballot packs include: whether you’re in a town or on a farm – your property is I A ballot paper attached to candidate statements likely to be at high to extreme bush or grass fire risk. and photos where provided Take the time to increase your understanding of the fire risk I Instructions for voting where you live, prepare your property, and talk to your loved I A multi-language leaflet (where applicable) ones about what you’ll do to stay safe from fire. I A ballot paper envelope with a flap for the Residents should also prepare their properties by: voter’s declaration I Clearing undergrowth and fallen branches I A reply-paid envelope I Moving firewood away from the house Residents must make sure their completed ballot pack is in the mail by 6pm TODAY Friday 23 October. Paddys I Cleaning leaves from gutters Ranges Ward residents will not receive a ballot pack due I Ensuring that grass is cut to this ward being uncontested. VCE art exhibition opening Letters will be sent out shortly to remind residents to Election results will be announced no later than Friday 13 The VCE Art & Design Exhibition is opening tomorrow, prepare their property for summer. November. Saturday 24 October and features artwork by Year 12 students at Highview College. Shortly, our Fire Prevention Officer will be inspecting For more information, visit www.vec.vic.gov.au properties to ensure they are ready for the upcoming fire The exhibition will continue until 22 November 2020 season. and is available to view online at Fines will be issued to those who do not properly prepare www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/exhibitionsandevents October Council Meeting their properties for the upcoming fire season. A video of Tuesday night’s October Council Meeting is now Learn more about how to effectively prepare your property available at www.facebook.com/centralgoldfields and here: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/councilmeetings New valuation portal for rates Once the Fire Danger Period has commenced for the North Items during the meeting included: Ratepayers who are paying their rates by instalments Central Fire District, there will be restrictions as to what you I Neighbourhood Safer Places sites re-assessed should have now paid the first instalment for 2020-2021 can and can't do. I Talbot Caravan Park re-registered which was due on Wednesday 30 September 2020. Check the CFA Can I Can't I guide here: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can I Household Recycling Reforms Transition Plan If you have not received your rate notice please contact I Energy Breakthrough new committee member our Rates team on 5461 0610 For more information on the above, visit or [email protected]. www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/latestnews Residents may object to a rates valuation if they wish. Positions Vacant The objection can be made in relation to the value of a Are you looking for work? We have the following positions available: Council Meeting — 27 October property or on the grounds specified in the Valuation of Land Act. I Customer Service Team Leader A Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday 27 An objection must be made within two months of the I October at 6pm to consider the 2019/20 Financial and Compliance Officer date of the rate notice. Performance Statements. I Manager Community Engagement It will be live streamed via our Facebook page at To make an objection, you need to submit your For more information on these positions, visit www.facebook.com/centralgoldfields objection via the rating valuation objection portal: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/currentvacancies https://ratingvaluationobjections.vic.gov.au/ Following the meeting it will be available at the above web We are participating in the Victorian Government’s Working address and Alternatively, you can visit for Victoria program. www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/valuations www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/councilmeetings Under Working for Victoria, Council will provide jobs for and download the 2020-2021 Valuation Objection Notice. unemployed people – whether they have lost their jobs due to the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19) or have been Council Election and Caretaker period without work for a longer period of time. Central Goldfields Shire Council Election will be held Outdoor dining fees waived tomorrow, Saturday 24 October, 2020 and is run by the The part-time positions include: We are waiving outdoor dining permit fees and have Victorian Electoral Commission. I Business Support Officer - Compliance introduced a simplified and streamlined application Councils must comply with special arrangements in the process to help support our local hospitality industry. I Buildings Parks and Gardens Worker lead up to the elections, known as the caretaker period. We have also developed an Outdoor Dining and Street I Waste Officer (communication and education in This is in accordance with the Local Government Act. Trading – Code of Practice which provides advice to recycling waste and circular economy) Central Goldfields Shire is in caretaker mode from 22 traders on how to set up outdoor dining and trading The six month, fixed-term positions are additional positions September to 24 October. activities. and will not replace existing employees at Council. Council’s Governance Rules were adopted by Council in To access our application process or the Outdoor Dining To find out more about the Working for Victoria initiative and August and Chapter 7 of that document details the and Street Trading – Code of Practice to register your interest in applying Election Period Policy that ensures Council business visit www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/businesspermits visit: www.vic.gov.au/workingforvictoria continues throughout this period in a responsible and transparent manner. Essentially, during the election period councils are prohibited from making certain types of decisions and the Tenders material produced by councils must not contain matter Tenders currently available through Central Goldfields Shire Council are listed below. Tender documents can be that will affect voting at the election. downloaded from e-Procure, accessible via Council’s website www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/tenders To read the Governance Rules and for more information about the 2020 Council election Tender No. Description Closes visit: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/councilelections2020 G1451-20Q Conservation Management Plan – Princes Park Grandstand 12 noon 18/11/2020

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Page 6 — The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au Gyms remain closed despite easing restrictions

the effects of the virus and Funky Fitness part owner Penny Rendell CHRISTIE HARRISON said she’s been happy to see local Local gyms have been left gyms have stayed connected with frustrated and “in the dark” the community. with no clear indication from the State Government of when “COVID is an event no one saw facilities can reopen, despite coming and everyone is just trying to COVID restrictions easing adapt as best they can,” she said. further at the weekend. “We went online before the gyms Gyms have been one of the first to were forced to close just because we close and last to open during the felt it was coming. For us, a good waves of the pandemic and still have percentage of our fitness is done few answers as to when they can online anyway so it’s just been about reopen after shutting down for a supporting and looking after our second time at the start of August members. due to a rise in Victorian cases. “It’s difficult, it would be much With case numbers now tracking easier if we had a roadmap where we low across the state, regional knew absolutely how things would Victoria is currently on the Third progress. Step along its roadmap out of “But I think even as a small town, COVID restrictions. Maryborough is very lucky. We’ve Outdoor personal training for up got a variety of places to train at and to 10 people plus a trainer is all the facilities have really risen to currently allowed as is the use of the challenge and continued to outdoor communal gym equipment, support the community in the best and personal services like beauty way they can.” have reopened. As a smaller facility, Ms Rendell Restrictions were eased even said Funky Fitness is well suited to further on Sunday with minor return to on-site classes. changes including increased patron numbers in hospitality venues and “We’re only a boutique gym so we from November 1, non-contact have a small-knit community — we indoor sport for under 18s will be don’t have as many limitations that allowed. the bigger facilities do and our space However, the state is yet to have a is pretty large, both internally and set date for the Last Step of the plan externally, so being COVID safe isn’t which would mean no exercise No Limits owner Ben Wintle says gyms have been “left in the dark” with no information from the State Government on when an issue for us at all,” she said. restrictions with facilities open the industry, which has been shut down due to COVID since August, can reopen. 231020 04 “It’s just a matter of waiting and subject to safety measures — we hear something this Sunday but Mr Wintle said gyms provide and when. If worst case scenario seeing when we can get back into the something regional Victoria cannot it seems like we’ve been left out and more than just physical exercise and there was an outbreak, we know facility because there’s that do until there are no new cases state- forgotten. There’s been no recog- are in a good position to open safely. exactly who has crossed paths. connection that you can’t totally replicate with online classes. wide. nition or acknowledgment of us. “Gyms are very important to a lot “On top of that people fill out a Ben Wintle, owner of Mary- “We have so few people with of people, for some it’s their only form when they come in so we could “It has its pluses and minuses for borough’s only 24-hour gym No COVID in regional Victoria it seems outlet for exercise, socialising and just hand that straight over to the everyone. It can be convenient for Limits said he was expecting the ridiculous that we’re not open, it’s also good for mental health,” he government contact tracers. those who can’t leave home for State Government to give gyms a especially as things like beauty have said. “Everyone in the gym is very good whatever reason, but there is also reopening date last Sunday and said been able to. They were on the same at filling out those forms and those people who don’t like the loss the industry has been left in the reopening schedule as us before, and “We know more about who’s been sanitising their hands and equip- of connection through computers, so dark. then they got brought forward. in and out of our businesses and the ment — from my experience more so those people have been quite “I totally expected to be told we “We haven’t received any informa- customers are more cautious than than when they go into places like a isolated. Going to the gym is could open up again with restricted tion or updates on when we could any other business I’ve been into. supermarket or restaurant.” probably a bigger part of mental numbers,” he said. possibly open. We’re really left in the “With the 24-hour gym, you scan With several gyms located in health than it is physical health for “I’ve got my fingers crossed that dark.” in so we know exactly who’s come in Maryborough, all have been feeling a lot of people.” Be a leader. Become a teacher. Become a teacher to lead us into the future, and inspire who comes next.

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www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 — Page 7 HAMPSTEAD GRAVEL Pty Ltd

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Soil — Bluestone and Quartz Screenings — Crushed Rock — Blue Dust — White Pebbles Phone Depot: 5461-2807 Quarry: 5463-2383 Ian Leech: 0417 331 831 For Quality Stone — Locally owned and operated Member of the CMPA Specialising in quality built homes, unit developments & extensions in the Central Goldfields While the Maryborough Regional Libraryʼs doors have been closed for some time due to coronavirus restrictions, library servicesSame coordinator Maree Stephenson book, said the facility has undergonenew some major changes.chapter 231020 06 as library reopens doors

“We can only have 17 adults in “Our videos and things on social here at any time so we had to look at media have also been enjoyed by a “Quality living, RILEY UPTON the maximum number of people lot of people and we’ve had some Much to the joy of countless around shelves and how to limit good feedback there too, I think we local built” residents, the Maryborough that, so we split the shelves up. will continue working in that space.” Regional Library officially “We have also put up a lot of Ms Stephenson said libraries are reopened this week. signage around the conditions of “immensely” important, particularly Temporarily closing due to entry and that includes using hand during the coronavirus pandemic coronavirus restrictions earlier this sanitiser, social distancing and and its subsequent restrictions. year, library staff began welcoming wearing a mask. “Especially in these times, community members through the “As per regulations we do have to libraries have been immensely building’s doors once again on collect contact details and we’re important for a lot of people because Wednesday thanks to the easing of asking patrons to scan their own social engagement is such an COVID restrictions which were library cards so there isn’t any extra important part of the library,” she announced by Premier Daniel handling happening.” said. Andrews on Sunday. The library has reopened with its Reopening with a new look, normal hours of 10 am until 5 pm on “It’s not just getting your items for library services coordinator Maree weekdays and 9.30 am until 12 pm learning or pleasure, it’s the social Stephenson said staff have been Saturdays. impact that a library provides — With over 30 years experience, call Aaron and the team today hard at work moving shelves and While physically closed, the especially if people live alone or you changing the look of the library, with library has maintained a presence have limited contact with people, social distancing restrictions being across social media as well as a coming to the library and being able adhered to. contact free click and collect service, to speak with others is great. “While we’ve been closed every which Ms Stephenson said will “We are really happy to be back 0429 117 207 single bookshelf has been moved, all continue into the future. and offering our services again, it maffhomes.com.au the books have been unpacked and “For people who feel more was great that we could at least offer repacked but it’s all been arranged to comfortable to use our click and click and collect while we were closed ensure that people are social collect service we are more than but we’ve all been looking forward to distancing,” she said. happy for that to continue,” she said. getting back to it.” ENJOY THE BENEFITS! Council approves Carisbrook subdivision Talbot Bottle Gas delivers to over RILEY UPTON 25 towns in a 70km radius! The Central Goldfields Shire Council has approved a planning permit application for s a three-lot subdivision in Grice Ta Clune Street, Carisbrook with 26 lbo conditions. t Approved at this week’s ordinary ugh council meeting, planning appli- oro cation 044/20 proposes to subdivide Be dsb au Lan the land at 14 Grice Street, for Carisbrook into three separate lots. t According to the report tabled to council, the proposed site is a corner M allotment and has frontages on both Had aryborough Grice and Cameron streets, with the don proposed lots to range in size from 480 square metres up to 846 square metres. Lots one and two of the proposed Waubra subdivision will be accessible from Grice Street, while lot three will be Ne ws accessed via Cameron Street. tea The application received one d objection which concerned the loss of a rural outlook, that large rural blocks should be retained and that Affordable price, the subdivision would set a Making ordering precedent for further subdividing in friendly service the area. gas easy again! and free delivery. In speaking to the report tabled to An application for a three-lot subdivision in Grice Street, Carisbrook has been council, Central Goldfields Shire approved by the Central Goldfields Shire Council. administrator Hugh Delahunty said local planning laws,” he said. consistent with our planning laws YOUR ORIGIN AUTHORISED DEALER it was “right” to approve the “The proposed subdivision is and I think it is right that we do application. consistent with the purposes of the approve this.” Talbot Bottle Gas “We did consult with the general residential zone and the The planning application was community and we received one local policy surrounding that. approved by council with 26 objection, but I have to say we have “A majority of the lots in the area conditions relating to stormwater Greg & Heather McNeilly to work under the laws that are in are similar to what this subdivision drainage, access to the property and Ph 5463-2312 or 0427 090 172 place whether it be state laws or our is proposing so again, I think it is telecommunications.

Page 8 — The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au MARYBOROUGH SPORTS lEISURElEISURE YOUR CENTRE CENTRE GET INVOLVED

Every morning, you have two choices… Avoca Op Shop committee members Julie Allan, Maree Neil, Denise Greenwood, Vicki Barns, Valda Jolly and Roy to continue to sleep with 231020 03 Greenwood have closed the doors of the shop, but went out with one last major donation to the local health service. dreams, or wake up and Op Shop donates $50K chase them before closing its doors

Maryborough and St Arnaud but still “We’ll also have a plaque thanking had enough funds leftover to make and providing a reflection of the CHRISTIE HARRISON the generous donation to the health ongoing hard work and financial Avoca’s beloved community op service. support the op shop has been able to shop has gathered its resources Secretary/treasurer Deniseprovide to the campus.” for one last hurrah as it closed Greenwood said the shop has been Ms Allan said the health service is its doors for good after three well supported over the years which sad to see the op shop close but hopes www.mslc.com.au decades, bowing out with a allowed it to make its final donation. to maintain a relationship with $50,000 donation to the “We were still paying rent on the committee members into the future. Maryborough District Health shop front and there was no money “Their dedication over the years is Service’s Avoca campus. The op shop has been part of the coming in so it was eating away at to be applauded, they’ve done a huge community for 30 years but after what we had, so we decided to close amount of work and we’re very battling COVID-19 since March, the and then made the donation with grateful to them,” she said. shop’s committee made the heart- what was left,” she said. “They’re really committed and a breaking call to permanently close. “We’ve been donating to the few of their committee members are Committee member Valda Jolly nursing home the whole time we’ve also active parts of our Avoca said the difficult decision was made been open and all of that is from community conversation group who Bring On 2021 earlier this year. sales at the shop of donated goods meet with the executive and give a “COVID came along and sort of and clothes. good perspective on what’s needed in made the decision for us,” she said. “We’ve been very well supported the Avoca community. “The shop closed down at the start by the community.” “We’re really sad to see them close of the pandemic when everything MDHS CEO Nickola Allan said it their doors but hope we can still else did, then we had a meeting after was a generous donation that will be maintain a relationship into the a few months where we decided that used to enhance the lifestyle future.” we would close for good. experience for the residents in the While the donation is no small feat “It was a good social outlet and outdoor areas of the nursing home. it’s part of an ongoing relationship we’re all friends. We got to know the “They’re a phenomenal group, that has existed between the op shop locals who came in and visitors from they’ve raised an enormous amount and Avoca Nursing Home for the all over Australia. of funds over the years and have three decades it’s been operating. “Thanks to the local community been such great contributers to the Since 2010, the group has donated for supporting us over the years, Avoca nursing home,” she said. over $180,000 to Avoca’s nursing without their donations we wouldn’t “We’ll be developing a garden off home, used to purchase vital pieces have been open for so long.” our dedicated lifestyle and leisure of equipment and furniture to The committee sent theirroom so the residents will have a improve the lifestyle and outcome for remaining donations to op shops in lovely garden area to look out on. residents. Calendars priced from $19.95 There are many varieties to pick from!

WithEmergency Spring and the snake season just around After the corner, Maryborough Hours Veterinary Service Practice has trained vets on call for all your after hours emergencies. Snake bites are common in our area, so take care when starting your garden Spring clean as snakes will be disturbed and more likely to encounter your pets. In all cases of pet emergencies, call 5461-4466 to contact the on-call vet. Mon-Fri 8.30-5.30, Let’s hope 2021 brings a better year! Sat 9-12 49 Alma Street, Maryborough Ph: 5461-1648 192 High Street www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 — Page 9 WASTE RECYCLERS OF VICTORIA

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RILEY UPTON Despite the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, a host of local senior secondary students have been hard at work preparing their art for the Central Goldfields Art Gallery’s latest exhibition, launching online tomorrow. Now in its 16th year, the VCE Art & Design Exhibition will feature engaging and thought provoking work from some 22 year 12 students from Highview College. A wide variety of works will be on display including paintings, draw- ings and photography from students who have been studying Studio Arts and Visual Communication and Design. Maryborough Education Centre students, who have traditionally been involved in the annual exhibition, will not take part this year due to COVID-19. Central Goldfields Shire Council CEO Lucy Roffey said the exhibition is an annual highlight and is particularly exciting this time The Central Goldfields Art Galleryʼs VCE Art & Design Exhibition kicks off tomorrow, showcasing the works of local senior secondary students. around given the difficult year students have had. achievements despite the challenges “Students who have been involved they have faced,” she said. in this exhibition over the years “We’re very pleased the Central “The students have been amazing always showcase work well beyond Goldfields Art Gallery is able to host in the way they have been able to their years and the 2020 exhibition the VCE Art & Design Exhibition, adapt and respond to the obstacles is no different. especially considering the difficult COVID-19 presented to them.” “I urge all community members to year students have had,” she said. Ms Roffey said the artwork go online and see the thought “This is an annual highlight for students have produced isprovoking and engaging artwork for us, our local schools and our “outstanding”. themselves.” community so to be able to host it “This year has been a challenging The exhibition kicks off tomorrow, once again, albeit slightly differently, year for students, particularly for Saturday October 24 and will is a great testament to our local those in year 12, but they have continue through to Sunday, students and our staff.” managed to adapt, respond and November 22. Highview College Studio Arts produce outstanding artwork that is The art gallery is currently closed teacher Jeanean Pritchard said she’s engaging and thought provoking,” due to coronavirus restrictions, proud of what students have she said. however the exhibition can be achieved in what she described as a “It never fails to amaze me the viewed online at challenging year. quality of work students produce www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/exh “I am very proud of their each year for this exhibition. ibitionsandevents. BLINDS... Interior and Exterior Blocking out the sun to keep you cooler this summer!

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REGIONAL VICTORIA IS GET TESTED CURRENTLY IN STAGE THREE If you have any COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how ON THE CORONAVIRUS mild, you must get tested. Symptoms include: – Cough or sore throat ROADMAP. – Fever, chills or sweats THE CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS GO LOCAL In summary, this means: – Shortness of breath FIRST CAMPAIGN IS NOW LIVE.  You can have two people visit you at home each day – Runny nose Go Local First is a new nationwide campaign by (from dierent households). – Loss of sense of smell or taste. Council of Small Business Organisations Australia,  Libraries and toy libraries can open for up to 20 You can make an appointment to get tested at aimed at highlighting the vital role of small people indoors Maryborough District Health Service by calling the businesses in our nation’s recovery from  Outdoor religious gatherings are allowed for Fever Clinic on 5461 0362. the COVID-19 pandemic. up to 20 people plus one faith leader For other testing locations, including a detailed Go Local First encourages all of us to choose The limits of people in restaurants and cafés has  map, visit https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/where-get- local small businesses when purchasing products increased – up to 70 people outdoors and testedcovid-19 and services to help boost the economy. up to 10 people per indoor space Remember – you must stay home and isolate We will be promoting #golocalfirst and our  Indoor pools can open for one-on-one hydrotherapy local businesses via the following platforms: sessions. Swimming classes can resume. whilst you await your test results. For more detail and information visit: https://www. FACE MASKS FOR OUR www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/golocalfirst dhhs.vic.gov.au/victorias-restriction-levels-covid-19 VULNERABLE COMMUNITY Facebook – Central Goldfields - Go Local MEMBERS instagram.com/centralgoldfields_golocal UPDATED BUSINESS The State Government is supplying local councils with How do I get involved? Simply register your RESTRICTIONS free disposable and reusable masks to distribute to business details with our ‘Support Local’ vulnerable residents. Campaigns Ocer, Catharine Densley, via The Victorian Government has announced new, stronger email [email protected] requirements for businesses in regional Victoria. These To access them please contact your local service requirements will help prevent future outbreaks of provider or contact our Customer Service team on For more information, visit: coronavirus (COVID-19) and keep regional Victoria safe. 5461 0610 to arrange a collection time. www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/golocalfirst Some businesses in regional Victoria are now required For more information, and for details of eligibility, visit to refuse seated service or bookings for residents from https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/reusable-face-masks- metropolitan Melbourne. This applies to hospitality covid-19 CHANGES TO COUNCIL businesses, accommodation, beauty and personal SERVICES AND FACILITIES services and tourism operators. FACE MASKS In line with Government restrictions the following changes to Council facilities and services are Businesses must sight a photo ID (such as a driver’s It is mandatory to wear a mask or face covering now in place: licence or proof of age card containing place of in Victoria when leaving your home. A $200 residence) and match the appearance and details of the  Customer Service Centre is now open for cashier penalty will apply. For more information visit customer or visitor (name and address) to ensure the payments only from 9am to 4pm (closed between https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/face-coverings-covid-19 individual is not from metropolitan Melbourne. to 12.30pm and 1.30pm for cleaning). You can also From 11:59pm on Sunday 11 October 2020, face shields contact our Customer Service team via: If the individual is a resident in metropolitan will not be accepted as face coverings, and if worn on  Phone 5461 0610 Melbourne, businesses must inform them that they will their own (without other face coverings), you risk a fine.  Email [email protected] be refused service.  Maryborough Regional Library – Services You can choose to wear the face shield in addition to a Where a prospective customer or visitor does not in Maryborough and Dunolly have reopened reusable mask, however the face shield on its own will have photo ID or their ID does not match their ordinary at their regular operating hours. The Click not be sucient to comply with the rules around face residence or principal residence — the prospective & Collect Service will continue. coverings. customer or visitor must sign a written form confirming  The Central Goldfields Visitor Information Centre their primary place of residence is not in metropolitan is now open 6 days a week from 10am to 4pm Melbourne. BE KIND TO YOURSELF (closed on Tuesdays).

If a business refuses service and bookings from It’s really important to look ater your mental health  Playgrounds and Skate Parks are now open. people living in metropolitan Melbourne, they have and wellbeing and there are a range of support  Supported Playgroup in the ‘Great Outdoors’ met their obligations for this requirement. services available. We’ve got a detailed list – program has resumed. For more information, including meeting times and locations, call or The existing infringement penalties for failing to including contact details – on our website here: text Council’s Supported Playgroup facilitators comply with Chief Health Ocer directions will be www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/covid-19 Jane or Trish on 0427 702 567. applicable to businesses that fail to comply with the

new requirements. Businesses that do not comply  Maternal and Child Health – face-to-face will face a penalty of $9,913 where they are a body consultations have resumed – screening YOU ARE NOT ALONE measures still in place corporate or $1,652 in the case of individuals. If you are experiencing family violence or abuse, the  L2P program – has recommenced To learn more about these new requirements and how Centre of Non-Violence (CNV) can help. You are not  Central Goldfields Art Gallery – Exhibitions available to make your workplace COVIDSafe visit https://www. alone. CNV can be contacted on freecall 1800 884 292. to view online at https://linktr.ee/CGArtGallery coronavirus.vic.gov.au/business-owners-and-managers The 24-hour statewide safe steps Family Violence  Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre – closed Response Centre crisis response line is 1800 015 188. NB: Please note Central Goldfields Shire expects In an emergency, call 000.  Pound – open by appointment only that some metro Melbourne residents – those who Visit: www.cnv.org.au/we-are-here-to-help For the most up-to-date information on have secured Letter of Travel Permits – will visit our Men’s Referral Service 1300 766 491. changes to Council services and facilities visit Shire this weekend to clean up their properties In an emergency, call 000. www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/servicechanges for the upcoming fire season.

CONNECTING LOCAL COMMUNITY HELPING OLDER PEOPLE STAY CONNECTED DURING COVID19 To help older Victorians stay connected and participate in social activities during the Are you, or someone you know, experiencing social isolation? If so, you can pandemic, a Social Support Hub has been set up at the Victorian Government’s Seniors call the Victorian coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398 to get support. You will be Online website at seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/services-information/social-support-hub. connected with a Community Connector in Central Goldfields who will connect you Seniors can find out what services and activities are available in their local area via the to local practical supports such as food, transport, firewood and more, plus social Hub. The Hub will be regularly updated with information and links to other community activities, such as video chats, online book clubs, fitness groups and more. We are based organisations oering support and activities to older Victorians, including here to help and connect you with the support you, or someone you know, needs. information about phone line support and local community connectors.

www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 — Page 13 ADVERTISER MOTORING Trademark hints at Cadillac My First Car BY JOHN GAULT This is a faithful image of the 1937 Vauxhall 10/4 I bought in 1960 for £39 pounds (even before decimal currency!). The “10/4” stood for “10 brake horse power, four door”. coming Down Under Here it is... BY CALLUM HUNTER with the testing around American luxury brand Melbourne being a precursor Cadillac could be set for to the folding of the Holden an Australian brand. introduction under the Despite the growing GMSV banner if recent evidence, GMSV is still patent filings from downplaying the possibility, General Motors are instead saying the patent anything to go by, with filings are merely security the automotive giant measures against unapproved applying to trademark brand name usage and that its focuses lay elsewhere. both the Cadillac name Note the forward opening externally hinged front doors, and badge locally. “It is common practice for Not only would the move GM to secure key trademarks the “latch style” door handles and the bright chromed flutes plug a sizeable hole in the globally,” GM international down either side of the bonnet. The bonnet opened from the side (you can see the bonnet latch clearly in the picture). Also local market — especially in communications officer note the solid steel “bumper bars”. the performance sedan latter, which develops a February when a Lauren Indiveri-Clarke said. Notice the headlamps and independent “side” or parking segment — it would also Stinger-scaring camouflaged CT5 was “GM has several brands lights — if you look closely, you can see the outwards folding expand GMSV’s portfolio 265kW/550Nm. snapped in Melbourne was it registered, to protect them indicators which were between the front and rear doors. considerably, depending on For reference, the CT4-V is was undergoing engine from unapproved usage. The rear boot opened with a latch style handle and was which models it chose to offer powered by a turbocharged management system and Given the strong interest, it’s quite spacious. Mine was black duco, with the red stripe as here. 2.7-litre four-cylinder petrol transmission calibration, and not unusual for some shown, and the seats were dark green leather with the front Ever since production of engine developing that GM vehicles from all registrations to create seat being a bench seat. The rear seats and floor area were the V8 Commodore and 242kW/515Nm while the over the globe were still excitement. so spacious, you could have almost held a party in there! subsequent HSVs came to an CT5-V utilises a twin-turbo being brought to Australia “But we aren’t making any I remember it very fondly — it was a very comfortable end in 2017, the large 3.0-litre V6. for fine-tuning. announcements about five-seater and perfect for the odd night at the drive-in performance sedan market Rumours surrounding the Holden’s Lang Lang Cadillac. Our focus is on pictures. A grand car to say the least. has been catered for almost local introduction of Cadillac proving ground in the bringing the Chevrolet If you wanted one today, in preserved condition, it would exclusively here by the Kia have been swirling for more Gippsland region south-east Silverado and the Chevrolet set you back at least $10,000. Stinger GT given the than a year now with various of Melbourne was used for Corvette successfully to Commodore’s arch rival, the CT5 prototypes and test engine and transmission market.” increasingly crowded SUV undoubtedly make the most Ford Falcon, went out of mules having been spotted on calibration as part of GM’s Besides the CT4 and CT5 segments in Australia sense from a sales production in 2016. the roads around Melbourne global product development sedans, the rest of Cadillac’s arguably offer an even bigger perspective, none of them, The introduction of since the middle of last year program, but has since been range is comprised of SUVs opportunity for GM than the perhaps apart from the Cadillac to the local market with the general consensus sold to Vietnamese car-maker ranging from the compact mainstream performance Escalade, have quite the would thrust General Motors being that the CT5 would Vinfast following Holden’s XT4 to the borderline sedan market does, with same niche appeal in the right back into the thick of replace the failed ZB exit from the local market. gigantic Escalade, with a new SUVs accounting for 48.7 current market as a the action with models like Commodore once supply ran However with these new generation of the latter due percent of all new-car sales so performance sedan as the the CT4-V and CT5-V, both of out. patent filings, it is looking to go on sale in the US later far this year ending passenger-car market in which are good for more than The official line from increasingly likely that the this year. 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2-4 HARRISON STREET, MARYBOROUGH 20 HIGH STREET, MARYBOROUGH Multiple Unit Complex Renovate In Central Location **INVESTORS TAKE NOTE- 6.8% YIELD (approx.)** 844 This vinyl clad home is situated on a corner allotment of 311 Opportunity to purchase multiple unit complex located High Street & Brougham Street, Maryborough. Featuring just a short walk to Princess Park, Lake Victoria & the 3 good sized bedrooms the main with BIRs. The central Maryborough CBD. 4x units all comprising of 2 bedrooms, lounge has gas heating & steps down to the kitchen & kitchen/living area, bathroom with screened shower, dining area. Off this is a storage room, bathroom & secure yard & patio/undercover area. All units have been laundry with toilet. This property is fenced with double updated with split systems for heating & cooling and gates off Brougham street, single garage & garden shed. feature gas cooking. On a great sized allotment the units PRICE $580,000 Currently periodically tenanted at $165pw. If you are PRICE $205,000 are well placed for easy access to their single carport & looking for an investment, renovation project or it’s just have a more segregated feel which the tenants CONTACT Coby 0455 337 568 CONTACT Jacinta 0407 442 178 appreciate. about the LOCATION then call today to inspect.

9 NEWTON STREET, MARYBOROUGH Renovator’s Delight 310 This beautiful old home has seen a lot in its time and is in need of love and attention. Situated on the corner of Newton and Raglan Street Maryborough, on approx. 445m2 allotment within walking distance to main street and amenities. Adding character and charm are remaining period PRICE $189,950 features such as fretwork and bullnose verandah, ornate high ceilings, combustion wood stove and fireplace. There is no denying that there is a CONTACT Jacinta 0407 442 178 lot of work required, but for the right buyer this property could transform from the worst house on the best street to something quite special. Coby 0455 337 568

54 CLARKE STREET, MARYBOROUGH Looking for 3 bed, solid home with plenty of potential? This hardiplank & brick home is situated in a quiet street with so much potential. Offering 3 good sized bedrooms all with BIRs & master with ensuite. The central main bathroom has been updated & features 323 LOT 4 OF POS 744391G RAGLAN STREET, MARYBOROUGH shower & vanity while the separate toilet is off the laundry. Boasting 2 living areas, the first flows through to the kitchen & dining. While Residential Land For Sale the second has a large built in storage & access out to the undercover patio. Kitchen features electric cooking, dishwasher & plenty of This 379m2 residential block of land is situated cupboards. Gas heating, AC & ceiling fans ensure comfort. Outside within walking distance from Maryborough’s main PRICE $129,500 you have a low maintenance yard with establish garden & 2 street. With 12m frontage and depth of 31.5m this driveways on either side of the property. One leads to a single carport PRICE $255,000 while the other leads to a double carport with height for caravan or fully serviced block is just waiting for its new CONTACT Jacinta 0407 442 178 boat. Garden shed & water tank complete this neat tidy package. CONTACT Jacinta 0407 442 178 owners to build their dream home STCA. Coby 0455 337 568 professionalsmaryborough.com.au ph: 5461-1166 www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 — Page 17 5461-3866 Place your classified online at www.maryboroughadvertiser.com.au Tuesday and Friday. Deadline 10 am on the day prior to publication. Credit cards, Eftpos and PayPal welcome. BUY ONE GET THREE FREE* Single Items Under $50 FREE* *For Sale and Wanted To Buy only. For Sale items 2 editions. BIRTH DEATHS MONUMENTS

VANTOL (Norton) — Josh and Mason ASHWOOD, Clive — Passed away at Geo Ferries, W.T. Jones are thrilled to announce the safe arrival Dunolly Nursing Home on Sunday, of October 18, 2020. Aged 74 years. Son & Sons & Creswick “Evie Maree” of Robert and Florence (both dec). Will be sadly missed by his friends. On Thursday, October 22, 2020. MEMORIALS Covering • New Memorials — Love from all the families xxx. Due to Covid 19 restrictions a private All Country cremation will take place. Victoria • Lawn headstones • Renovations PHELAN FUNERALS 50th WEDDING • Memorials Specialising In Pre-Paid and ANNIVERSARY Cleaned • Bronze Plaques Pre-Arranged Funerals with FERRIES JONES MARYBOROUGH NFDA Special Pensioner Concessions For friendly, personalised and affordable (03) 5461-1979, 5460-5605 workmanship contact Peter Stewart All Hours ______5460-5522 or 5345-2882 CAMPBELL - KELLY, Margaret Jean — Passed away on Saturday, October 17, 5461-1979 2020 at Ballarat Base Hospital. Aged 73 years. Loved partner of Patrick John: 0418 995 424 Jono: 0437 099 624 (dec). Adored mother to Jarrod and Jacqui. Mother-in-law to Rebecca and VICTORIAN Kaylene (Avoca): 5465-3085 Ben. Loving Grandma to Shae and Dylan. MONUMENTS Lin & Marie (Dunolly): 5468-1212 (Stonemason) “To know her was to love her.” Available all hours new Due to Covid 19 restrictions a private headstones/monuments Jill & John Stewart family funeral will take place. new and additional letters 108 Clarendon Street, Maryborough all cemeteries 20% DISCOUNT ON ALL PENSIONER ORDERS fully insured MARYBOROUGH NFDA neville cloke (03) 5461-1979, 5460-5605 0417 724 565 MATTHEWS, Ray and Noela ______Congratulations Mum and Dad on your COPE, Norman — Passed away Golden Wedding Anniversary on suddenly at his home in Dunolly on WANTED TO BUY October 24, 2020. October 20, 2020 aged 83 years. Lots of love to you both. Dearly loved husband of Marion. Loved — From Simon, Kristen, Deb, Rob, Will, father of Brent. Loved father-in-law of Rebecca. Loved grandpa of Brodie. Yasmin, Olivia, Tamiah, Emily and Jed. GOLD Jewellery bought and sold xxxx Loved step-father of Tanya and pa to Charlie. Loved and remembered CASH PAID for unwanted, always. broken or estate jewellery. 80th BIRTHDAY “Gone Detecting” Robʼs Jewellery Phone 0418 352 801 j WtÜÜçÄ jtzáàtyy FUNERALS A private family service will be held. 84 Nolan Street, Maryborough ~ Professional Care and Service MEMBER AFDA Gold Buyer in shop: SANDY McNAUGHT Mon - Fri 10 am - 4 pm ~ Burials and Cremations for Happy 80th Birthday for yesterday!! Sat 9 am - 1 pm all denominations You made it . Thanks for being a great SENIORS CARD husband, dad and pop (Grumps). We all love you very much. ~ Quality Facilities FACILITIES Pop top caravan. Phone 0418 304 930. — Love always Di, Candy, Kelly, Peita 27/10 ~ After Funeral Function Room and families xx. ______Old woodworking tools, planes and ~ Pre Paid Funerals books, etc. Collector/user. Phone Ian KEITH PAYNE DEANE, Sophany — October 11, 2020. 0418 510 727. 5460-4989 or 0419 531 966 all hours Congratulations on your 80th Birthday The Maryborough Church of Christ 30/10 30 Derby Road, Maryborough for October 26, 2020. Hope you have a regret the passing of our beloved sister, ______good day with your family. Sophany Deane. She will be greatly Rabbit traps, also red railway lantern. www.wagstafffunerals.com.au — From Phyllis, Fionna, Michael, missed by all. Gone home to be with her Phone 5358-3009. Jessica, Joshua, Liam and Russell. Lord and Saviour. 3/11 Buy a For Sale or Wanted To Buy Classified and Receive

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Older Mazda car (pre 1980) eg. 1300, 808, Capella, Rotary or similar models, for a project or parts. Can be complete, Holistic rusty or wrecked. Cash paid. Phone You can now send your Classifieds on-line 24/11 Counselling & Matt 0477 580 096. to us and pay via our website at LOST Body Therapy www.maryboroughadvertiser.com.au Treating: anxiety, depression, worry, back pain, sciatica, neck Green drop earring lost in vicinity of pain and other mind and body TILT SIDE TRAY Maryborough Post Office and Coles 9.9M 11 TON Shopping Centre, reward offered. aliments 24 HOURS – 7 DAYS MDHS has a position available within our Phone 5461-1205 or 0427 029 737. * Confidential life counselling *Mining Equipment *Cars, Trucks * Psychic counselling *Machinery *Sheds, Cabins Leadership Team: FOR RENT *Forklifts, Hoists *Rollers * Reiki & BowTech treatments *20 Foot Containers For Sale & Hire Operations Manager – Diploma in Counselling and Central two bedroom home. One block Community Services, Diploma in Project Planning & Delivery to doctorʼs, chemist, main street, suit retirees. Phone 5461-3993. BowTech, Reiki Master Fixed Term Full Time By appointment: 80 hours per fortnight for 3 Years PUBLIC NOTICES 0429 903 588 For further information and a copy of the position description: Visit www.mdhs.vic.gov.au and select ‘Careers’ then ‘Vacancies’. Alternatively. TRADES & SERVICES Total Cool contact Nickola Allan ‐ CEO via [email protected] or via 5461 0301. NG Applications are to include a covering letter, resume and response to the key TISI VER AD FIED selection criteria. SSI CLA Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Applications for these positions close on 8th November 2020. MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a RATCLIFF Repairs • Sales satisfactory National Police Check and Working with Children’s Check. PLUMBINGBLOCKED DRAINS? Installations BURST PIPES? LEAKING TAPS AND TOILETS? 0418RTA Licence: 474 AU47667 835 BOOK YOUR ALL PLUMBING AND Plumbing Licence: 40843 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AN CLASSIFIEDS ONLINE GASFITTING Electrical Licence: D6961 EXPLORATION LICENCE www.maryboroughadvertiser.com.au GAL WATER TANK MANUFACTURING Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act 1990 Section 15(5) – Minerals Resources (Sustainable Development) (Mineral Phone 5461-5076 or Industries) Regulations 2019 – Regulation 22(1) and Schedule 1 0419 374 598 JD Media Blasting ABRASIVE BLASTING 1. Name and address of applicant(s): Currawong Resources P/L & INDUSTRIAL COATINGS PO Box 440, Hove SA 5048. Mobile: 0429 787 593. Jim Hanley 2. Contact details of applicant for map and other information Maryborough Education Centre 0439 362 340 requests: Melissa Say, Authorised Agent (as employee of Australian Balaclava Road, Maryborough Mining & Exploration Title Services). Mobile: 0429 787 593. Telephone (03) 5461‐7900 Brick & Stone Walls Concrete Email: [email protected] Truck & Car Chassis 3. Applicant’s Website (see notes) Further information about this Accounts Payable Officer – 1.0 Ongoing Fixed Plant Construction application is available at the following websites: Canteen Assistant ‐ .34 Fixed Term Machinery www.amets.com.au/victoria‐tenements and Steelwork earthresources.vic.gov.au/licenceapplications Role Descriptions available from 4. Details of the application: Application number: EL007303 Recruitment Online DET – link below Locality of the land to which the application relates: https://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/careers/Pages/advacsSCH.aspx Approx. 5km east of Avoca and including the towns of Homebush Further Information available from MEC Septic tank and and Lexton. Phone 54617900 grease trap cleaning Approximate area of the application (Graticular Sections): 115 0417 598 614 Date of the Application: 15 October 2020. Term the licence is applied for: 5 years. Outline of the proposed program of work: Desktop studies, reconnaissance mapping, passive seismic survey, stream sediment sampling, drilling. 5. Objections: Any person may object to a licence being granted by: a) putting the objection in writing; and Plus b) including the grounds on which it is made. PYRENEES COMMUNITY CARE SUPPORT STAFF Objections must be lodged within 21 days after the latest date on Pyrenees Shire Council is seeking to recruit staff to deliver Aged & Disability Property Services across the municipality. In partnership with the client, support staff which the application was advertised and can be lodged online or provide home care, personal care & respite care services to support our client’s Change Over posted to: The Minister for Resources, c/‐ Manager Licensing, Earth ability to live as independently as possible. Cleans Resources Regulation, PO Box 2392 Melbourne Victoria 3001. Hours of work will vary, with the inclusion of day, afternoon, evening and Call Michelle 0457 461 222 It is recommended that objections are lodged online to ensure timely weekend work. Find us on ABN 83 393 262 385 consideration: Full advertisement details of the position and how to apply is available on https://rram.force.com/ObjectionSubmission. Council’s website under the employment section – www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au Enquiries can be made by writing to the Manager Licensing at the Applications for the position close on at 9.00am on Friday 13th November 2020. Antennas above address or by phoning the Earth Resources Information Centre J. Nolan on 1300 366 356. Chief Executive Officer Specialising in 6. Other Information: Digital TVs a) Subject to other requirements being satisfied, an exploration • Installation licence, if granted, entitles the holder of the licence to explore and • Extra Outlets search for minerals in the relevant land, but does not entitle the • Amplifiers holder to undertake mining. • Wall Mount TVs b) Further information regarding the requirements that must be Antenna signal check available complied with prior to work being undertaken is available on the It’s simple! All you have to do is fill in this form and return it to Contact Ian Burman department’s Community & Land Use page: JTheo Advertiserin office. K You willid go intos the monthlyC drawlu for someb Govt endorsed antenna installer https://earthresources.vic.gov.au/community‐and‐land‐use great prizes and your birthday will be included on the Kids Page! on 5464-1000 or 0409 946 335 Name: ...... RON KENNEDY Address: ...... ANTENNAS Since 1974

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The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 — Page 19 TRADES & SERVICES FOR SALE FREE ADS Public ITEMS FOR SALE $50 AND UNDER Variety of 6” pots colourful daisies and Notices succulents. 22 East Field St, Painting (framed), country Victoria town MARYBOROUGH Maryborough, phone 0409 987 224. by Australian artist, quick sale, $40. 23/10 Phone 5461-4410. SELF STORAGE ______23/10 COVID‐19 Various sizes available from ______$90 per month Barnevelder chickens, $10 each, two Pyrenees Shire Council is contactable via 1300 797 363. Our email address for all services is 27/10 Free woodgrain Laminex table, black [email protected]. Contact The Professionals weeks______old. Phone 0455 720 337. Maryborough on 5461-1166 metal legs, 1200 x 830. Phone 5461- Important points to note about COVID‐19 Restrictions: Scrapbooking, cardmaking and3277. 23/10 • Regional Victoria is in Step Three of the Roadmap to COVID‐Normal. mosaic enthusiasts, I am having a BIG ______More information about the roadmap is here: sale of all the above. Plenty to choose Free babies wooden cot and mattress, https://www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus‐covid‐19‐restrictions‐roadmaps from. Prices negotiable. Welcome to 1200 x 680, babies high chair, VGC. • Face masks in regional Victoria are still mandatory when outside your home. come and browse. Pick up only. Phone 5461-3277. Please wear a face mask while using Council Transfer Stations. 23/10 ______• Be informed and know where to get up to date information: TIMBER Leadlighting equipment for sale, https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus including grinder, glass, tools, lead, Five nights at Freddyʼs soft toy 16” tall, • Maintain social distancing and good hygiene practices at all times. PLASTERBOARD BUILDING SUPPLIES copper foil and nic-nacs, $350 ono. Pick as new condition, $50. Phone 0448 010 27/10 630. 27/10 Council service changes: up only. Phone 0439 191 055. ______• Pyrenees Shire Council Customer Service Centre in Lawrence Street is now open ______to the public, Monday‐Friday 9am‐4pm. Cyclamen fuchsias, hydrangeas, Crepe myrtle plant, pale pink, 20 cm • Resource Centres in Beaufort and Avoca are open for all services, including visitor pomegranite trees and lots more, pot, $7.50. Phone 0438 615 265. 3/11 27/10 information and library services. Contactless loans are still available. various sizes. Phone 5461-2251. ______• Maternal Child Health Nurses will only carry out in‐home visits for babies 0‐4 months and other visits will be by phone. Immunisations will be appointment‐ Red covered foot stool, excellent based. FREE ADS condition, $25. Phone 5461-3059. ITEMS FOR SALE $50 AND UNDER 27/10 • Limits apply to the use of public buildings such as halls in this step. ______Please contact Council to discuss your needs. • Council has increased the cleaning frequency of public toilets across the Shire DID YOU KNOW WE Second hand working Ariston electric and regularly cleans street furniture, including seating, to protect our community. oven with gas hotplates, $50. Phone Advertising for this section must 27/10 Pyrenees Community Care: DO ROADWORTHYS? be completed on form provided 0429______604 387. Pyrenees Community Care is providing services as normal, please call 1300 797 363 and chat to in todayʼs edition on this Page one of the team about how the service can assist you. Residents over the age of 65 will need to Light green weathered outdoor bistro set, $45. Phone 5461-3059. 27/10 be registered with My Aged Care (1800 200 422). You can complete the registration yourself or Vanity unit, 90cm, 3 drawers, cream ______call one of our team who can help you out. colour, one door and one shelf, $40. Golf sticks c/w bag and buggy, $40. COVID‐19 Business Information Phone 0407 685 437. 23/10 Phone 5461-1091. 27/10 It is now mandatory for every Victorian business to have a COVIDSafe Plan. To ensure compliance, ______random spot checks are underway in regional Victoria. Your COVIDSafe Plan must set out: Book your Heavy Outdoor cast iron chairs, weathered, Treadmill as new folds up, timer etc, • Your actions to help prevent the introduction of coronavirus (COVID‐19) in your $50. Phone 5461-3059. 23/10 $50. Phone 0416 195 673. 27/10 workplace Vehicle in for a ______• The level of face mask or personal protective equipment (PPE) required for your Toilet seat with lid and connections, Plant Geum - Lady Stratheden, double workforce roadworthy today! excellent condition, $10. Phone 0407 yellow flowers on long stems, 26cm pot, • How you will prepare for, and respond to, a suspected or confirmed case of 685 437. 23/10 27/10 coronavirus (COVID‐19) in your workplace Call in today $7.50. Phone 0438 615 265. • This plan must demonstrate how you will meet all the requirements set out by The the Victorian Government. Some higher‐risk industries or workplaces have 30 Drive-In Court, additional requirements of employers and employees. Maryborough Maryborough BAG A BARGAIN Businesses must review and update their COVIDSafe Plans routinely, especially when restrictions Advertiser or public health advice changes. Organisations with multiple worksites must complete a 5461-1445 COVIDSafe Plan for each worksite. Please also get in touch with Council’s Economic Development unit if you require further business assistance. Free classified ads for items EMPLOYMENT There are a number of temporary positions available at Pyrenees Shire Council through the for sale $50 and under Working for Victoria initiative. These are full‐time six‐month positions: NEED A NEW Simply write out the details on the form below (maximum 15 words) and post or deliver the Communications Officer advertisement by 10 am Monday for Tuesdayʼs edition or 10 am Thursday for Fridayʼs edition Economic and Community Recovery Officer HOT WATER Labourers – 3 positions available Supervisor Labourer Weʼll run it once in each edition . . . Our website, www.pyreees.vic.gov.au/employment provides details on how to apply. Please note SYSTEM? FREE! you will need to apply the State Government’s recruitment platform Sidekicker. Instructions on CR Heating ...... how to do this are on our website. Council is also seeking to recruit for the following positions: & Cooling Community Wellbeing and Grants Coordinator – based in Beaufort ...... The position is permanent full time and has the responsibility for overseeing the development and implementation of Council’s Municipal Public Health Plan as well as prime responsibility for Call Carl “Rumpffy” Name: ...... Council’s Community Grants cycle. Information and how to apply is available on our website: www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au/employment Applications close 5pm, 28/10/20. Lic: 40426.0 Refrigerant417 and36 Handling7 2 Licence79 L055606 COMMUNITY INFORMATION Address: ...... Australia Day 2021 Community Service and Recognition Awards: Nominations for Pyrenees Shire Council's 2021 Australia Day Awards are open, and will close on ...... Phone number: ...... Friday November 27. Do you know someone or a group who has done something extraordinary FOR SALE who you feel needs to be recognised publicly? Nominate in these categories: The Maryborough District Advertiser FREE ADS • Pyrenees Young Citizen of the Year 94 Napier Street, Maryborough 3465. Telephone 5461-3866 • Pyrenees Citizen of the Year NEW and USED READ THIS CAREFULLY • Pyrenees Community Event of the Year * Free ads is for SINGLE ITEMS only or MULTIPLE ITEMS for sale at a single price. NOTE: Only one advertisement Please head to our website to submit a nomination. MOTORBIKES per household per issue. Advertisements style “chairs $2 each” not permitted, also excluded advertisements from commercial dealers or hobbyists. • Advertisements must be lodged on printed coupon, not exceed 15 words, price Fire season preparation: stated not exceed $50. • Coupons must be endorsed with name, address and telephone number of advertiser. • The Council is encouraging residents to clean up their properties in preparation for the fire season. www.bendigoyamaha.com.auLMCT 9656 publishers may refuse any advertisement without reason. Free ads may be withdrawn due to lack of space in a Green waste can be dropped off at Council Transfer Station for free, a limit of one 6x4 trailer load particular edition. Household/personal items only. Advertisement only accepted on official form, no photocopies accepted. Attention is directed to the Crimes Act that any person tendering for insertion or causing to be inserted a applies per day. Council will commence fire prevention property inspections next month. Non‐ bogus advertisement, is liable to imprisonment or fine. resident ratepayers that live in metropolitan Melbourne will need to get in touch with Council to SHIPPING CONTAINERS arrange a letter of support for them to travel to the municipality. 20 Ft and 40 Ft Advertisement details MUST be filled out on this form Rates NO PHOTOCOPIES ACCEPTED Anyone experiencing financial hardship is encouraged to get in touch with the Rates Office on Phone: 0409 808 853 1300 797 363 to discuss their options. Pools The Victorian Government has introduced new legislation requiring owners of land where a swimming pool or spa is located to register it with their local council. The new regulations aim to improve safety by ensuring that pool and spa barriers meet required standards and prevent young children from drowning. Registration is due by November 1. More information and how 2020 CHRISTMAS SHOPPING to register is available on www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au/pools PROJECT AND ROADS UPDATES Re‐sealing program: Council contractor Primal Sealing is continuing to carry out the annual re‐ seal program across the Pyrenees Shire now that warm weather has returned. Roads to be re‐ PROMOT ION sealed are listed on our website, www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au/roadworks or call Customer Service on 1300 797 363. Re‐sheeting program: Council’s works team has started the gravel re‐sheet program across the Shire. Carngham‐Lake Goldsmith Road, North South Rd and Preston Hill Haddon Rd are the next roads to be roads done in this year’s program in the southern part of the Shire. Northern section ING roads: No 1 Creek Rd, Mountain Hut Rd, Vinoca Rd. RT Carranballac Recreation Reserve: Installation of the servery window in the kitchen is underway. TA Crowlands Hall: Work on the installation of a reverse cycle air conditioning system is near S ! completion. ON Natte Yallock Recreation Reserve: The installation of solar panels started this week, and the car SO park has been sealed. Water bores: The installation of tanks and equipment across various sites will be ongoing in October. Inclusive Play Space Avoca: Works by Shae Constructions are scheduled to commence in November. Avoca footpaths: North Street Footpath is progressing very well and are scheduled to be completed by Friday 30th October, weather permitting. Footpath in Boyce street is scheduled to commence on the 2nd November. Moonambel pathway: Works will commence on the Moonambel Path upgrade in the third week of November. Works scheduled for a 3 week period. Carngham Female Friendly Facility: Building works have been completed and after some minor external works and site clean up, the facility will be handed over to the Committee of Management. For more information on current projects, please head to our website: www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au/projects2020 Thousands For further information on any of these works please contact Council’s Project Management Team on 1300 797 363 or visit our website www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au. of dollars 5 Lawrence Street, Beaufort, Victoria 3373 Ph. 03 5349 1100 Fax: 03 5349 2068 to win in Email: [email protected] Web: www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au vouchers

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Judy Brennan made this putt with caution as wind swept up the green on Saturday, but thankfully it went in. 231020 09

Adam Balzan takes a massive swing on the 10th hole at the Maryborough Golf Club on Saturday.

Connor OʼShea tees off on the fifth with all his might. Simon Sheed follows his ball closely after contact. 231020 10 Stacy Smithwick uses a light hand to guide the ball in. 231020 11 SPORT SCOREBOARD points ahead of runner-up Patrick Lorraine Gollop was the winner Raeleen Brooker and Lorraine Pritchard with 36. with 40 points. Gollop (34). A competitiveCLUNES stroke round was played at the Clunes Golf Ball winners were Raeleen BOWLS Club on Sunday. Brooker (33), Pat Adams (29) and Cheryl Baker (26). Winner was Kevin Steart with 90- SixteenMARYBOROUGH players headed out Avoca bowlers made a Sixty two golfers played out Talbot GolfersTALBOT had a swing on 20-70 on a countback from runner- onto the Maryborough golf Saturday, with 16 starters triumphant return to the green up Lawrie Lees with the same score. course for the first round of the another stableford round in pleasant on Tuesday this week for social conditions on Tuesday. turning out for a 4BBB event. Damon Bath scored a magpie ball, mixed championships. Bob Arnold and Neil Greenwood bowls. Nett winners were Peter and Marc Lowday was the winner of A Les Lockie the longest putt and won the day with 44 points from Winners were Loralee Field, Terry Sharon Treble with 72.62 nett on a grade with 39 points ahead of Dean Marshall the straightest drive runners up Dean Ford and Ron Howell and Isobel Lusby from Chris countback. Gross winners were Marc runner-up Luke Kelly with 36. on the third hole. Potter with 42. Bearpark, Kath Raeck and Noreen and Millie Cassidy with 82. Col Elliot took out B grade with 40 Hennessy. Neil Roscholler scored a magpie Nearest the pins were Karson Ball winners were Wallypoints from runner-up Max Palmer This Saturday will see the club ball on the 16th while Ron Potter Osbourne-Purser (eighth hole) and Passalick, Judy Brennan (74.25), with 37. play out the Avoca vs Dunolly trophy scored a birdie on the 12th and was Andrew Cox (17th). Anthony Passalick and Stacy C grade’s winner was Fred Pascoe from 1 pm. nearest the pin on the same hole. Starters returned to the course for Smithwick (75.12). with 41 while runner-up was Paul Tuesday saw the ladies golf a stableford event on Wednesday. A strong turn out of 59 golfers Flowers 39. competition kick off with an Irish Martin Spears was the victor with contested a stableford event on Ball winners were Brian Douglas, Stableford confusion. 47 points ahead of runner-up Barry Saturday. Cyril Cunningham (39), Simon Winners were Leanne Heagney, Sandlant with 41. Keith Fankhauser was the winner Sheed, Jim Shackleton, David Maryanne Patten and Gail Wilson GOLF Parsons (38), Graham Thomson, Ken Mason scored a magpie ball, of A grade with 38 points from with 49 points. Stuart Argall (37), Adam Balzan, Rob Dean the straightest drive on runner-up Gary Reed with 37. Elizabeth Fenton scored a magpie Howard Kellett, Gary Petersen, the third and Ray Skinner on the B grade was won by Grant Rogers ball, Jean O’Halloran a birdie and A mixed stablefordAVOCA event was Brian Dawson and Geoff Newell 18th, Graeme Rowland had the with 44 points from runner-up gobbler on the fifth, and Judy held at the Avoca Golf Club on (36). Saturday. longest putt and Dean Marshall Steven Baker with 40. Harrison and Shirley Purcell scored Winner for the day was Nathan scored an eagle on the fourth. Ben Dawson took out C grade Stablefords were the flavour of the gobblers on the ninth and 10th holes with 38 points while runner-up was week as another round was respectively. Coghlan with 38 points, ahead of Nearest the pins were Phil Simon Sheed with 34. contested by the ladies competition Nearest the pin on the 14th hole runner-up Tania Howell with 34. Johnston (seventh hole), Rob Dean Ball winners were Harold Patullo on Wednesday. was Judy Harrison. Nearest the pins were Peter (eighth), Tim Griffin (11th), John (38), Connor O’Shea (37), Marc Helen Rogan was A grade victor Golfers were back on Wednesday Currie (second hole), Coghlan (sixth, Johnston (17th) and Lawrie Lees Lowday, Jody Thomson, Mick with 36 points ahead of runner-up to contest another 4BBB event. ninth), Phil Adams (seventh), Nick (18th). Coghlan (11th, 14th) and Keith McCarthy, Nick Earl (36), Peter Sonya Stoneman with 35. Derrek Allen and Hugh Hughes Wilkinson (17th). Cameron, Sean Harkin, Atrel B grade winner was Lois Johnston were the winners with 45 points Birdies were scored by Nick DunollyDUNOLLY golfers hit the green Turner, Chris Thomson and Stuart with 38 while runner-up was Cheryl while runners up were Rob Clark Coghlan on the eighth, 13th and on Saturday for a stableford Argall (35). Baker with 37. and Stu MacKellin with 43. 18th holes, as well as gobblers on the round. A women’s stableford round was Ball winners were Jenny Davey, Allen scored a magpie ball on the 13th and 18th. Ian Arnold was the victor with 41 also played on Saturday. Kaye Share (36), Bev Brown (35), fifth hole. www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 — Page 21 2020 AFL BROUGHT TO YOU BY . . . MARYBOROUGH FOOTY TIPPING HIGHLAND COMPETITION SOCIETY RICHMOND GRAND FINAL GEELONG

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Rhys Hendrickson Louise Staley Aaron Maffescioni Chris “Kiwi” Keen Steve Edwards LOUISE STALEY MP YOUR LOCAL Maryborough Member for Ripon REGISTERED Toyota BUILDER Budget Gas 177 High Street LouiseStaleyRipon maffhomes.com.au 64 High Street, Maryborough Steve: 0417 122 650 1300 STALEY louisestaley Ph: 0429 117 207 Ph: 5461‐1666 Office: 0422 293 105 Last Week – 2 TOTAL – 100 Last Week – 2 TOTAL – 95 Last Week – 0 TOTAL – 104 Last Week – 2 TOTAL – 101 Last Week – 0 TOTAL – 98 318

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Ashley and Kelvin Noonan Mary “Shooter” Woodlock Zeb Potter Pyrenees Premium Cuts ParkView Bakery NOONAN & SUTHERLAND 152 High St, Maryborough LAWYERS & ADVISORS Total Cool Ph: 5461‐2552 66 Nolan Street, Refrigeration – Air Conditioning – Heating 113 High St, Maryborough Maryborough 110 High St, Avoca 21 Tuaggra St, Maryborough Ph: 5461‐1177; 5461‐4377 Ph: 5461‐4400 Greg: 0418 474 835 Ph: 5465‐3525 Ph: 5461‐4655 Last Week – 1 TOTAL – 104 Last Week – 0 TOTAL – 98 Last Week – 1 TOTAL – 96 Last Week – 2 TOTAL – 86 Last Week – 2 TOTAL – 93 11

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Brent Nick Rossi Ben Heathcock Darrin Fenton Tony Taggart Transport A TEAM Coaches TONY TAGGART (FCA) 9589‐5488. M: 0414 351 693 BUSINESS SERVICES CONCRETING Diesel Service E: [email protected] UPSTAIRS LEVEL 1, 188 HIGH ST, MARYBOROUGH 64‐68 Nelson Street, Maryborough 94 Napier Street, Maryborough Depot: 2 Keillor Lane, Maryborough ABN 99 007 243 192 Ph: 5461‐4111 Ph: 5461‐3866 Ph: 0448 662 291 Ph: 0418 571 819 Chartered Accountants Last Week – 1 TOTAL – 89 Last Week – 1 TOTAL – 104 Last Week – 0 TOTAL – 96 Last Week – 1 TOTAL – 102 Last Week – 2 TOTAL – 107

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Cheryle Forster Danny Stone Ken Jacka Dennis Fiorini Brendan Tatchell tobacco 192 High Street, BUILDING MATERIALS Graham Jacka station BRENDAN TATCHELL Maryborough and PLASTERBOARD Holden Ph: 5461‐1648 4247 Pyrenees Highway, Maryborough 35 Nolan St, Maryborough 145 High Street, Maryborough PLUMBING Ph: 5464‐2357 Ph: 5461‐1011 Ph: 5461‐1054 0409 855 431 Last Week – 0 TOTAL – 91 Last Week – 2 TOTAL – 112 Last Week – 1 TOTAL – 106 Last Week – 0 TOTAL – 80 Last Week – 0 TOTAL – 98

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Page 22 — The Maryborough Advertiser — Friday, October 23, 2020 www.maryboroughbusiness.com.au Premier cautions footy MECHANIC fans ahead of grand final now on the premises . . .

ASHLYNE McINNES Premier Daniel Andrews has warned that while Geelong and Richmond fans will be up and about this AFL grand final weekend, celebrations must not go against COVID-19 restric- tions. For the first time in almost a decade, the AFL season decider will be an all-Victorian affair, an ironic situation given that the season was moved almost completely interstate and cannot be celebrated with Mike Tournier will carry out repairs traditional backyard parties due to current restrictions. on all makes and models Melbourne, which won’t be hosting the grand final for the first $ * time in over a century, will be quiet Car Servicing from 129 conditions apply with pubs operating as take-out only under current restrictions and visitors to the home prohibited in The 2020 AFL season will finally draw to a conclusion tomorrow night with Call in today and take advantage of our . . . most situations. Richmond and Geelong set to battle it out for premiership glory. It will be the first time that the game is played outside of Victoria, with the state still subject to COVID- Looking to regional Victoria, 19 restrictions. households can have up to two Buy 3, get 1 FREE external adults visit the home a day, meaning the weekend’s celebrations “As important as it is in a cultural six points in a grueling preliminary will either be small or moved to sense and in a very passionate way final at the weekend. venues which now have increased for every single football fan across The Tigers and the Cats last met Super Deal capacity limits. our state, it is not worth risking all in round 17, the second last round of Speaking on Sunday at his daily we have done and all that we have the home and away season, with press conference Premier Andrews built, all that we can do in just a few Richmond keeping the Cats well and said while AFL grand final day is days’ time by having gatherings that truly in the bag to win the clash 7.15 Pay with significant for many fans, it is not are unsafe.” (57) to 4.7 (31), putting confidence in worth risking “unsafe” gatherings. The 2020 AFL grand final is being the side ahead of Saturday. “I know many people would held both out of the state and at Geelong however has clawed its normally spend time with friends night for the first time ever, starting way into its first grand final in nine and family to celebrate that day, at 7.30 pm on Saturday at the Gabba years, off the back of a dominant 40- whether their team is in the grand in Brisbane. point prelim thumping of Brisbane final or not, it’s a big part of who we Richmond heads into the clash at the weekend, and will be keen to are,” he said. with the Cats to defend its 2019 reward retiring club legend Gary “You cannot pretend this is over premiership title, after defeating Ablett with the ultimate send-off in Call in and compare our prices because we all want it to be. minor premier Port Adelaide by the form of a premiership win. 170 Park Rd, Maryborough Major Partner CAR TYRE CAR TYRE Ph: 5461-5225 RETAILERS 2013 RETAILERS 2014 Cash bonus a boost to Lexton’s 2021 season Continued from Back Page “Things just weren’t going our way and to be selected from 488 applicants Australia-wide I think ‘We‘ were really happy to win, that just shows how tough this year it sets us up well for next has been for a lot of people. year and things were looking “It was a $2000 minimum but a bit tough with all the $25,000 is just unreal. It gives us a starting point for next year in what money going out and could’ve been a really tough start nothing coming back in. and a bit of security.” Without a season, Lexton, like all Providing other community clubs were unable — Jordan Phelan, to generate any income this year ’’ Quality Parts Lexton FNC president SERVICING without memberships, gate takings, canteen or bar sales or events, that we need to have when we get at Affordable putting them on the back foot back to the club. already. “We also have to set up our Prices ALL PASSENGER VEHICLES The loss of the Rainbow Serpent electronic scoreboard which will be Festival next to the bills for the new pretty pricey, so a portion of the bus and the break-in repairs was money will go towards that and the OLD & NEW worrying, said Phelan. rest will go to restoring that bank “We were really happy to win, it account to get ready for next season.” sets us up well for next year and This latest cash surplus and things were looking a bit tough with also having won the WorkSafe all the money going out and nothing #CommunityClubChallenge, a coming back in,” he said. national competition calling for “Not having Rainbow has a football/netball clubs to stay massive financial impact on us. It connected during lockdown, just a gives us a boost at the start of the few months ago has the Tigers back year so we know we have that money on their feet and optimistic about the there ready for registration, insu- 2021 season. rance and affiliation fees. “It’s a credit to our members and my wife Rachel who works very hard “It’s a massive loss for us and the to get us involved with things like New Vehicle Repairs to all VACC Brakes rest of the community as well, there the #CommunityClubChallenge and Logbook Servicing makes & models accredited maintenance will be a lot of volunteer groups who the ‘backing the battler’ that we have will miss that event. We’re hopeful had a few wins off field this year,” he that there is a way it can return in said. some form in the future because it’s “We are really lucky to have had For fast quality service really valuable. the support of our club members all “The bus was de-registered so we the way through, we’re really proud pretty much had to sell it for nothing of how we’ve all stuck together and call Steve and Jason today and purchase another bus to cater gotten some positives out of a really for those junior players because tough year. Drive-In Court, they’re the lifeline of our club. We “We’ll just turn our focus to the Maryborough have players who live in a boarding 2021 season now. We have already

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SWING OF THINGS

The sport of golf is alive and swinging, with the Maryborough Golf Club hosting its regular competition on Saturday in warm conditions. Rob Carson checks his chip made it up the hill on the fourth hole. Photos, Page 21. 230120 08

TOUGH TROT Lexton FNC secures $25K from ‘backing the battler’ race to add silver lining to 2020

ASHLYNE McINNES the racetrack has the Tigers with the club rooms being broken said this is when his wife Rachel “We were really grateful to be 2020 has been a bad year for optimistic for the new year. into, with thousands of dollars worth came across the ‘backing the battler’ selected in the first place, but to go most, but the Lexton Football Lexton’s run from hell started of damage caused and itscompetition, a horse race for those on and win was pretty amazing. It Netball Club really copped the when fires broke out in December of defibrillator stolen. who had a rough trot in 2020 with was a much-needed pick-me-up after short end of the stick, having to last year, scorching the site of the COVID-19 meant the clubmoney on the line. a really tough year,” Phelan said. replace their bus out of pocket, Rainbow Serpent Festival, the wouldn’t get to play this season, Lexton’s submission was selected “The salt was well rubbed into the dealing with their rooms being town’s — and the club’s — biggest further impacting the Tigers and out of almost 500 other entries, with wound with all the things that went broken into and having both source of income for the year. putting the club’s bank account the club drawing Brimondo, a horse wrong while also not being able to their major fundraiser and their Over the next 12 months the club under major stress. that would go on to win the race and play football or netball at the same season cancelled — but a win on had to replace its bus and also deal Lexton president Jordan Phelan gift the club a cool $25,000. time. Continued on Page 23 Remove moisture and add light to your home ROOF SKYLIGHTS VENTS Brighten up your WIND DRIVEN home — lets in VENTILATION natural light Check out our range and prices before you buy at . . .

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