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MARTINE HALEY round of consultation “The Government is earlier this year found the committed to improving Creative THE new K-12 Sorell community wanted the educational outcomes School is a step closer school to be modern and in Tasmania, and is in- students Oscar with concept drawings welcoming while also re- vesting in education in- Barrance, 9, for the $25.75 million specting its proud history. frastructure across the left, Macey Coy, redevelopment now un- “The redevelopment State,’’ Mr Rockliff said. 10, Elouise veiled. will incorporate new Sorell Mayor Kerry Blain, 10, and It’s proposed the kin- and refurbished facili- Vincent said more young Isaac Killworth- dergarten, primary and ties, with upgraded sports families were calling Smith 9. secondary campuses be grounds, a new adminis- Sorell home each year brought together on one tration centre and a new and having high quality site. Child and Family Learn- education locally was vi- The concept drawings ing Centre co-located on tal to accommodating the Dodges Ferry Primary students have celebrated storytelling were recently unveiled the site.’’ growth. through art ... with inspiring results. STORY PAGE 6 after feedback from stu- The redeveloped “We want Sorell dents, teachers and the school will also retain the School to be recognised local community. existing Pioneer Heritage across our region as the Education and Training Village and the School school-of-choice and Key features of the re- Minister Jeremy Rockliff Farm, which were identi- for families to choose it development include: said the Sorell School fied as key features of the instead of driving out- • kindergarten, prima- was the oldest contin- school by the local com- of-area to attend other ry and secondary on one We stock a ually-operating public munity. schools,” Mr Vincent site; huge range of school in . Mr Rockliff said the said. • new Child and Fami- “The Government’s progress made to date “We have a close-knit ly Learning Centre; LANDSCAPING $25.75 million invest- in bringing the project community and a state- • potential to consoli- & GARDEN ment will allow it to con- to life was the result of of-the-art new school date a second kindergar- tinue to serve this grow- a strong partnership be- with facilities that can ten from Midway Point; PRODUCTS ing region well into the tween the Government, be used outside of school October Special future,’’ Mr Rockliff said. and the lo- hours will increase op- Continued page 8 “Feedback from the first cal community. portunities for residents.” Tomato Plants $5.00 each 10% off MARSHALL • PINEBARKS • LIMES SENIORS CARDwith every Wednesday Solar & Energy • LOAM’S • PLANTS * Full conditions in store • DECORATIVE • BAG PRODUCTS GRAVELS • FAT SAND Not happy you lost your • AGGREGATES • FIREWOOD .28c/Kw Feed in Tariff? • MANURES • AND MUCH MORE Open 7 Days a Why don’t you store your excess Week! energy and use later? OPENING HOURS Introducing the Varta Pulse Battery Mon to Frid 8am - 4.30pm (Made In Germany) Saturday 9am - 4.30 pm MARSHALL Your local solar experts Sunday 10am - 3 pm Solar & Energy On Grid - Off Grid & Hybrid CLOSED PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Enquire today: Deliveries all areas 4 Gordon Street, Sorell (Marshall Batteries) Phone 03 62 693 540 For more information; 131 PITTWATER ROAD, CAMBRIDGE www.marshallsolarandenergy.com.au www.marshallsolarandenergy.com.au/varta_pulse (turn off opposite) Tasmania Golf Course Ph: 6248 4994 STTGOCT

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THE council’s focus en’t taken the survey and community on Thursday on developing our open provided your feedback October 23, 6.30pm at spaces, parks, tracks and on the council’s current the Primrose Sands Com- trails began 10 years MAYOR’S services and your views munity Hall. ago with the redevelop- on potential future ser- The Primrose Sands ment of Pioneers Park in REPORT vices, then I encourage meeting is always well at- Sorell, followed by Boat with Sorell Mayor you to do so as soon as tended so I look forward Park at Dodges Ferry. Kerry Vincent possible. to seeing you all there Plans were then devel- The council spends to provide an update on oped for the upgrade of $1.5 million dollars on activities and answering Vancouver Street Park waste management ser- your questions. in Midway Point. The community and the de- ment that provides oppor- vices and collects thou- Previous meetings this vision was to have co- mand for infrastructure tunities for all abilities, sands of tonnes of rub- year at Midway Point, lourful, exciting, practi- and facilities such as safety fencing, shade, bish, recycling, green Dodges Ferry and Nugent cal and safe playgrounds these is steadily increas- seating, toilets, park- and hard waste each were all well attended for everyone in our com- ing with our growing ing, barbecues, drinking year. This is a significant with great discussion and munity to enjoy and be community. fountains, footpaths, gar- amount of community input from residents in proud of. This has necessitat- dens and trees all quick- funds and large quanti- these local communities. The fires in Dunal- ed the council develop- ly add up to hundreds of ties of waste so we need Contribution ley brought forward the ing a strategy to manage thousands of dollars. This to ensure we are being ef- upgrade of Imlay Street this growth. Council is is a significant amount of ficient and providing the Finally, the council’s Park and also allowed for currently developing an money in the council’s services our community Australia Day Awards the construction of the Open Space Strategy very limited budget, and St Georges Church and rotunda at Sorell. needs and wants. Head for 2020 are now open Canal Walkway. which will seek to recog- our ongoing ability to to the council’s website for nominations. These The nise current connectivi- fund their maintenance ment and amenities need few months, and I will at www.sorell.tas.gov.au Awards are the council’s Loop shared pathway has ty and links between our and upgrades must also to be factored into the welcome hearing your and fill in the survey to- way of recognising the been developed through communities, beach ac- be considered. design to maximise the thoughts and ideas on day. contribution of individ- Miena Park and along cesses, walkways, parks I see parks and public opportunity for interac- how we can make best Informal chat uals and groups in our Shark Point Road with and reserves and plan for spaces as not just a park tions. use of our natural re- community. I encourage only a few sections left to their future growth and with swings and seats, Our parks seem to be sources and open spaces The final Community you to consider those complete the Loop to link development. but as a place for social the number one entertain- for everyone to enjoy. Conversation for 2019 is people and activities Midway Point through to We often have the com- interaction of children, ment spot for children’s being held at Primrose that make a positive dif- Sorell. Connecting path- munity identify an area parents and grandparents. birthday parties. Plenty of Waste not Sands in a few weeks. ference and nominating ways in the Southern where they would like a When you visit a park open space, fresh air and The council’s Waste Join me, councillors them for an award. Beaches will, over time, park with “just a couple you will see people of all a great lifestyle equals Management Survey is and council management We can only recognise increase the accessibility of swings and a slide.” ages interacting and en- happy children, and still open for a couple for an informal chat about them if you nominate so of these communities as However, different gaging with one another, therefore, happy parents. more weeks. If you hav- what’s happening in your nominate today. well. needs and requirements enjoying a shared expe- There will be oppor- These have been great soon start being added. rience in the great out- tunity for community developments for our Accessible play equip- doors. feedback and input into GOOD INTERIOR That’s the beauty of the strategy during its de- these places. 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THE Anglican Church “The people of proposed to sell this of Tasmania has been Dunalley are prepared church building, we in- accused by the Dunal- to buy back an asset that vited the community to ley community and a lo- they should rightfully submit a proposal for its cal MP of lacking com- still own.’’ future,’’ Bishop Condie passion. Ms Butler called on said. St Martin’s Church, Anglican Bishop Rich- “Any submissions re- the only public building ard Condie to show ceived were to be bal- in Dunalley to survive compassion and provide anced against our finan- the 2013 bushfires, is up community ownership cial obligations under for sale and the commu- of St Martin’s Church in the National Redress nity wants to buy it so it Dunalley. Scheme. is kept in local hands. The Dunalley com- “Our hope being that But despite offers, munity has fund-raised both the aspirations of the Anglican Church a substantial amount the community and our has said they want more of money to meet the financial obligations money. demands of the church could be met. Built by the local only to be rejected “We made the deci- community in 1918 and again. sion to negotiate in good consecrated in 1934, the Anglican Church- faith with the Dunalley sandstone church is a es across the state are Heritage Fellowship, symbol of the commu- being sold to fund the prior to exploring oth- nity’s resilience, says Churche’s response to er sale options for the Lyons Labor MP Jen the National Redress church building. Butler. Scheme which was es- “Unfortunately, the “It is a safe ‘go to’ tablished following the community group has place that belongs to Royal Commission into been unable to make a the people of Dunalley,” Institutional Child Sex- satisfactory offer for the Ms Butler said. ual Abuse. property. “This is the fourth Bishop Condie said “While we would like time the community of the Church recognised to see this building pur- Dunalley has made a that church buildings, chased by a community significant offer to - pur such as St Martin’s group, we must ensure chase St Martin’s An- Church, were important that enough funds are glican Church after the places and held signifi- realised to meet our re- Anglican Diocese de- cant value within the lo- dress obligations and cided to sell the historic cal community. help fund future minis- Fighting to keep their local church are Dunalley residents Diana Rainey, left, Elizabeth church in 2018. “In 2018, when we try in the parish.” Doddridge, Labor Lyons MP , and Andrew Dunbabin. 4 - OCTOBER 2019 Bill puts radical Services needed farm invaders in growing region on notice

REBECCA WHITE FARMERS and their families Opposition Leader will be protected from illegal farm invasions by radical veg- AS A long-time resident of the an protestors under new Fed- Sorell municipality, I am priv- eral Government laws, which ileged and inspired to have have been passed by Parlia- witnessed the area transform ment. from a gateway region into a Liberal Senators for Tas- thriving destination in its own mania Claire Chandler and right. welcomed I am proud of our agricul- the passing of the Criminal tural production, iconic visitor Code Amendment (Agricul- experiences and the potential tural Protection) Bill 2019. that lays before us. “Everyone deserves the However, while there are so right to go to work and earn many things I admire about a lawful living free from in- our region, I am also con- timidation and disruption, cerned about several key chal- and these laws send a strong lenges facing people in the message that illegal activities Sorell municipality. from radical extremists will Or rather, the current lack of not be tolerated in the work- activity surrounding these is- place,” Senator Duniam said. sues – something that has be- “The Bill introduces new come a hallmark of the Liberal offences for the incitement of Government. trespass, damage to property, As our community grows, or theft on agricultural land, traffic and congestion on our with penalties of up to five roads is incredibly frustrating years imprisonment for those for people travelling for work who promote unlawful con- or school. duct online. There have been big prom- “Importantly, it will also ises made by the Government provide better protection for to ease congestion but so far farming families who live on there are few details and the properties being trespassed timeframe for delivery is hazy. upon, as well as alleviating Compounding this issue is the likelihood of property an inadequate provision of the community but they can’t they need to find work should sporting history – one which damage, theft, food contami- public transport which further find a rental or a house. This be supported. When consider- I have actively participated in digs nation, and potential breaches restricts and complicates ac- is critical considering the con- ing prospects for employment and proudly continue to sup- potatoes at Sorell. of biosecurity protocols. cess to work and education. tinued development of our in- in the Sorell municipality it’s port through sponsorship of a “I was also pleased to act The Government promised dustries hinge on making sure impossible not to mention the number of clubs. on the concerns of the forestry improvements, but we need people can stay in the area or hard work of Andrew Hyatt It heartens me to see foot- industry by amending the Bill only look to Primrose Sands move to the area. - the Workforce Engagement ball, soccer, netball and crick- tem for farmers which con- to cover wood and wood fibre which has no bus service or This includes investing in and Development Officer et all getting busier at sports tinues to benefit the regional processing facilities. the Southern Beaches that our young people – as their with the South East Regional grounds across the region economy and potential of the Senator Chandler said the have a poor service to know future is inextricably linked to Development Association. and to see firsthand what can south east. new laws were needed to stop the Liberals cannot be trusted. the prosperity of our region. Andrew has already helped be achieved when commu- This is a Labor legacy, farmers being threatened and Our communities deserve The redevelopment of the 63 local people into work. nities are built from the type and one which will continue harassed by entitled activists better than broken promises. Sorell School is therefore a vi- The potential for this pro- of friendship and unity that to see positive returns to the using platforms such as the Unfortunately, it’s a similar tal stepping stone for success. gram to help more people into sporting clubs foster. community for generations ‘Aussie Farms’ website to story of Government inaction Additionally, the tireless work within the municipality Farmers are the lifeblood of to come. promote law-breaking actions. when it comes to the region’s work of Rick Birch to grow is enormous and I look for- regional Tasmania and I am Regional communities are “Our farmers are critical housing supply. course offerings at the South ward to supporting its con- proud to have contributed to the heart and soul of Tasma- to regional economies around Already there are a number East Trades Training Centre tinued successes. The Sorell the creation of a reliable wa- nia and I want our regions to Tasmania and Australia,’’ Sen- of people looking to live in and help people get the skills municipality has a strong ter supply and irrigation sys- flourish. ator Chandler said. RIVERSDALE

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An advertising feature A vision for the future A GLIMPSE of what public “More and more young fam- get underway in late 2020 or education in Sorell could look ilies are calling Sorell home early 2021, some of the current like has been unveiled. each year and having high qual- students will be finished their The concept drawing for ity education available locally education by the time the new the $25.75 million redevel- is vital to accommodating this school is up and running, how- opment of Sorell School was growth,” said Mr Vincent. ever, these students and their released for public comment “Both Council and the Gov- families are still invested and late last month showing the ernment have an eye to the excited about creating some- kindergarten, primary and future to ensure infrastructure thing special for the children of secondary campuses brought keeps pace with the growth of Sorell and surrounding areas.” together on one site. our community and a 21st cen- “The school association has The redevelopment will tury school is a key part of this been part of the project work- transform the oldest continu- future planning.” ing group from the beginning ally-operating public school “The development of the to help ensure the design of in Australia and support one concept for the school rep- the school will be practical and of the fastest-growing regions resents a major milestone and functional from a student, care in Tasmania. we will continue to work with giver and community perspec- Release of the redevelop- the Government to deliver this tive.” ment concept follows a com- essential project.” “Being involved in this de- munity consultation process Student enrolments at Sorell velopment has been a very undertaken by the Department School have grown steadily interesting and positive expe- of Education earlier this year. over the last 10 years and a key rience. It has been reassuring Minister for Education and consideration in the redevelop- to see all the layers of infor- Training Jeremy Rockliff said ment of the school has been to mation, ideas and input from the redevelopment concept Mayor Kerry Vincent, Flynn Reynolds, Janet Gatehouse, Marlee Clifford, principal ensure the site can accommo- various groups come together had been shaped by students, Andy Bennett, Jasmine Roland, Natham Reynolds and Education Minister Jeremy date future growth. to ensure we get this project teachers and the community. Rockliff. Sorell School Association right.” “The progress that has been representative Janet Gatehouse made to date in bringing this in the school and the wider encourage positive culture with health and wellbeing, said students and parents were Community consultation project to life is the result of community to ensure Sorell and have the flexibility to education and care needs for excited about the future of the for the redevelopment a strong partnership between School is a centre of learning adapt to changing learner children from birth to age 5.” school. of Sorell School will run the Government, Sorell Coun- excellence and a community needs.” Sorell Mayor Kerry Vincent “It’s not every day that you until 1 November 2019. cil and the local community,” hub for the next 200 years,” “The new Child and Fami- said the Sorell Municipality re- get the opportunity to reshape To provide feedback on said the Minister. “Learning continues to ly Learning Centre co-located mains firmly as one of the fast- your community school for the the redevelopment con- “What was clear from our evolve in the modern world on the site will be a welcom- est growing in the state, with next and future generations,” cept, email getinvolved@ consultation was there is a and our schools should have ing place that offers a range more families with school-aged said Mrs Gatehouse. education.tas.gov.au or strong desire both from with- spaces that are welcoming, of services to support families children moving into the area. “With construction due to phone 1800 816 057.

Sorell School Redevelopment Concept

“Upgraded sports

TO TON CENTRE facilities” GORDON STREET

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“Visible administration centre”

“Accessible community hub” “Retain Pioneer Village and school farm” “Café/food space”

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“Accessible community hub.” “Connected campuses, optimise “Positive culture, safe and welcoming.” “Respect for the past.” 0 20 40 60M Sorell School RedevelopmentK-12 learning.” Concept • Natural flow through the school from main road • Kindergarten, primary and secondary on one site • Administration centre visibility across whole site • Unique and modern-designed campus • Accessible oval, outdoor courts and new food space • New Child and Family Learning Centre • Learning areas providing welcoming and secure spaces. • Mix of new and refurbished buildings A vision for the redevelopment of Sorell School • Potential for new gym and performing arts centre • Potential to consolidate second kindergarten from • Outdoor spaces for learning and play • Retain school farm and Pioneer Village Department of Education should funding allow Midway Point

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Department of Education 6 - OCTOBER 2019 Drought Teachers plant seed of idea DODGES Ferry Primary students have wowed locals and visitors alike with the high standard of creativity fuels on display at the recent Story Telling Festival. With the theme “Seed’’ students were inspired to paint, draw and write by planting a seed of an idea. fire fear Every grade participated and with 500 students at the school the Festival THE Tasmania Fire Service has from reducing hazards on your was a riot of colour and warned bushfire season may property by burning-off, but it imagination. start earlier than usual with the does add the benefit of provid- In its fourth year in the East Coast between the Foresti- ing the landowner with some current format, the festival er Peninsula and Scamander at additional controls and ensures ran over three days and high risk due to drought condi- we are aware of all fires in the included a night time tions. landscape.’’ performance with music to Due to the extremely dry For Nubeena Brigade Chief celebrate the art works and conditions, TFS has declared Rhett Cuthbertson the best de- the amazing talents of the an early start to the fire permit fence against bushfire is ade- students. period for Sorell, the Break quate preparation. And as amazing as the O’Day and Glamorgan-Spring “While brigades in the area students are, teachers Bay municipalities. The permit are trained up and ready to re- Melinda Mills-Hope period came into effect on Sep- spond to any bushfires that start and Lia Implach deserve tember 28. over the coming months, we medals for bringing the The recent Australian sea- also need the community to do entire event together sonal bushfire outlook identi- their bit to help us by cleaning with such dedication and fied potential for above- nor up their properties,’’ Mr Cuthb- professionalism. mal bushfire activity on the ertson said. “It was a celebration of East Coast of Tasmania, where “While adequate preparation storytelling through the arts drought-like conditions mean should include removing dry and a celebration of our the soil and forest fuels are very fuels from around your prop- students and their talent,’’ dry. erty, you should also consider visual arts teacher Ms “Our main area of concern having water available to fire- Imlach said. is certainly the East Coast strip fighters. For drama teacher Ms between the Check fire restrictions with Mills-Hope the look on the and Scamander,’’ acting deputy your local council and register faces of the students when chief Sandy Whight said. your burn with TFS on 1800 they saw their artwork “Soil and forest fuels are 000 699. professionally displayed very dry, and there is a lot of For small property own- was wonderful. dead fuel that is ready to burn. ers who would like to learn “As in recent years, we do more about bushfire readiness expect some early bushfire ac- and managing animals please Organisers of the Story tivity on the East Coast. The come along to the Nubeena Telling Festival, Dodges potential is there for that now Back Road Bushfire Readiness Ferry Primary teachers and any fires that do start will Workshop on Sunday, October Melinda Mills-Hope, be difficult to control. 6 from 10:30am – noon. To reg- right, and Lia Implach. “Calling an early start to the ister contact Debra on 0468 379 permit period doesn’t stop you 370.

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Local’s input on school design From page 1 • natural flow through the school from main road; • accessible oval, out- door courts, food space; • potential for new gym and performing arts cen- tre; and • modern-campus with a mix of new and refur- bished buildings.

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Kate Storey Ray Storey Angela Little Emily Collins Nikki Moller Niahn Palmer Phillip Wells Donna Wooley Sophie Walden Alison Parker Kimberley Chloe Wright Sharnie Jackson Sharon King 0427 532 000 0419 503 014 (03) 6253 6095 0458 653 000 0408 924 765 0497 653 000 0487 532 000 0488 359 281 0457 536 099 0472 536 099 Broughton (03) 6265 3000 (03) 6253 6095 (03) 6253 6095 (03) 6265 3000 10 - SEPTEMBER 2019 Community . community coast country NEWSOctober 2019 GRANTS VIC Closure The Visitor Information Centre COUNCIL Healty Tasmania Fund in St George’s Square closed at DECISIONS Council submitted an application the end of September. Council The following decisions were in the 2019/2020 Healthy leased the site from the Anglican Tasmania Fund Grants Program Church, but due to expansion of made at the September Council for $98,253 to construct an their services and programs, the Meeting: additional loop off the Orielton lease was unable to be extended. • Council received and noted Lagoon Loop in Miena Park We would sincerely like to thank the Financial Report August and install exercise equipment. all the volunteers who have given 2019 Year to Date. This additional loop would allow their time to provide information • Council resolved to agree in Parkruns to be held in Sorell. The and assistance to the thousands principle to the request from Healthy Tasmania Fund provides of visitors who passed through the Department of Police, Fire grant funding to community the centre over the years. It is and Emergency Services to organisations to improve the valued and appreciated. transfer for the sum of $1.00 health and wellbeing of their the Sorell Emergency Hub communities. We will know the Garage Sale Trail Women’s Best and Fairest South East United Football Club award parcel of land at 47 Cole outcome of our application in the The Garage Sale Trail is coming winner Felicity Burns with Tasmanian Labor Leader, Rebecca White. Street, Sorell and that each coming months. up! Held on 19 and 20 October party is to bear their own ENVIRONMENTAL 2019, this event puts second associated costs. hand first and is a great way to • Council adopted the revised HEALTH UPDATE declutter, fundraise and meet Code of Tenders and your neighbours. Households, Contracts and the Public Waste Management Survey schools, community groups and Open Space Policy and There is still time to complete local businesses are invited to rescinded the Underground our Waste Management host a sale or shop the Trail. Head Sixes keep Power Supply Policy. Services Survey and help inform to the website to find out more • Council awarded the tender our planning for current and - www.garagesaletrail.com.au. for the connection of Dodges future services. The survey Ferry Oval and Dodges Ferry is available on our website at Primary School to the South www.sorell.tas.gov.au. Australia Day Awards East Irrigation Scheme to Nominations for Council’s game going Water Industry Solutions. Registration of Temporay Australia Day Awards 2020 SORELL’S own Felicity Ms Burns in celebrating scooped the senior • Council awarded the tender for are now The Australia Burns has cleaned up at her achievements. player awards, while the reconstruction of the next Food Businesses OPEN! Did you know that you need Day Awards recognise those this year’s South East “I was so excited Jesse Mason was named segment of Sugarloaf Road individuals and groups in our to Batchelor Construction to apply for food business United Football Club for Felicity Burns who in the top seven in registration if you want to hold community whose contributions presentation night, held took home an armful Football Tasmania’s Group. make a positive difference. • Council awarded the tender a fundraising BBQ or a market on Saturday September of awards including Best and Fairest. stall selling food? Registration These Awards are the highest 14. winning the best and Jo Roland was the for the 2019/2020 road reseal honour Council can bestow on program to Rockit Asphalting is a requirement under the Food The Tasmania Golf fairest trophy for the ladies’ top scorer, Act 2003. You can apply for an individual or group for their Pty Ltd. service to the community and Club was packed for women’s division,’’ Ms with daughter Jasmine registration from Council at any the presentation dinner, White said. winning the overall COUNCIL WORKS time but you must allow at least we need your help to recognise them! as the club paid tribute But the main focus of female player of the DEVELOPMENTS two weeks for your application to its players, families, to be processed. Please contact the night was the maiden year. Youth star Sam Current or soon to be We are seeking nominations in supporters and sponsors. season in the Men’s Sartori received the Council’s Environmental Health the following Award categories: commenced works: Officers if you have any questions Outgoing president Southern Championship, club’s golden boot. • Road Resheeting – or if you are unsure if you require Citizen of the Year Andy Rhodes which ended with a There’s plenty more Resheeting was carried out registration. Young Citizen of the Year congratulated the series of epic games football at Pembroke on segments of Browns Community Group of the Year Under 13s on becoming and a thrilling victory at Park, with the Sorell Road, Bryans Road and COMMUNITY Community Event of the Year league champions, Nelson. Summer Sixes starting Valleyfield Road. Resheeting INFORMATION Nominations can be completed while the Under 15s Led by inspirational on October 15. The on segments of Duncombe fell agonisingly short skipper Patrick Quinlan, competition runs every Lane and Bream Creek Road online at Council’s website, will soon be carried out. Community Conversations www.sorell.tas.gov.au, or by of a corresponding South East also reached Tuesday, with junior, • Road Reseals – Road reseal Council’s final Community filling in a hard copy nomination achievement. the final of the recent youth, mixed and men’s preparations are currently Conversation for 2019 is coming form available from the Council Labor Leader Rebecca Hobart Cup. divisions. underway on segments of Old up in Primrose Sands. Residents Offices. Nominations close mid- White was a proud “The season ended Forcett Road, Carlton Beach are invited to join us for a chat January 2020. sponsor of the women’s just as we were getting More information: Road, Primrose Sands Road with the Mayor, Councillors and team and said she was going,’ Coach Glen Early-bird registrations and Shark Point Road. General Manager about what’s thrilled to see the club go Roland lamented. can be found at www. • Stormwater Grate happening in your local area. Green Waste Collection from strength to strength Quinlan and fellow southeastunitedfc.org. Replacement – Rusted and was honoured to join teenager Ethan Melville au. stormwater grates in the Thursday 23 October Week 1 Bookings Closed Southern Beaches area will 6.30pm Boomer Bay, Carlton, Carlton River, Primrose Sands Hall be replaced. Bream Creek, , • Footpath Renewal Program The issues discussed at Copping, Dodges Ferry, Dunalley, – The footpath on Toongabbie the previous Community , Marion Bay, Primrose Street, between Penna Road Conversations are outlined in Sands. Sorell Lions a busy lot and Wellington Parade, will the meeting notes available on be upgraded to a 1.8 metre Council’s website - www.sorell.tas. Week 2 7 - 11 October wide concrete standard. gov.au/community-conversations GRAEME EVANS di Berry, third Mar- funds for MS research Midway Point, Forcett, Lewisham, • Park and Ride, Sorell – The lee Clifford and fourth by helping with our bar- Nugent, Orielton, Pawleena, Penna, next stage of the upgrade of Open Space Strategy THE Lions Club of Tahlia Hovington. becue at the MS Mega Sorell, Wattle Hill. the Park and Ride will begin Council is undertaking an Open Sorell will host a Rose Last week we hosted Swim and also assisting shortly. Works will include the Space Strategy to understand To book your collections the options and Bear Show at its a dinner at the Sorell the council staff at the reseal of the road surface and how the community uses their installation of a bus only entry are as follows: clubrooms on Saturday RSL Club to commem- Seniors Week lunch on parks, walkways and recreation • Go to our website www.sorell.tas. point off Dubs and Co Drive. areas; and to plan for the provision November 16. orate the 100th years Wednesday October 16 During these works the facility of parks and facilities into the gov.au/services There will be lots of since the end of WW 1. and will attend the expo will be closed and buses will future. We’d love your input • Use ‘My Local Services App’ stalls, a barbecue and A photo exhibi- run by South Eastern be picking up and dropping off and will be running community • Phone 6269 0000 and select bears outside, with the tion from that era was Community Care. passengers on the bus stops engagement sessions in mid- option 3 roses inside. mounted by South East We will also be host- along Dubs and Co Drive. November. Keep an eye out on Bookings must be made by MIDDAY The inside show will Arts, with Reg Watson ing a Pittwater Golf The new entry will see buses Council’s website and Facebook FRIDAY THE WEEK PRIOR to your be open to the public as guest speaker. Day, as a fund raiser on enter the facility from Dubs page and next month’s Sorell collection. from 11.30am. Coming up we have Wednesday October 30. and Co Drive only, which will Times for more information. Please place all waste on the Sorell Lions recent- the judging and exhibi- increase safety for all users nature strip the weekend prior to and improve the flow of buses COUNCIL MEETING: ly ran the annual Lions tion of the Lions Peace If would like to your scheduled collection week Speaking Competition, Poster competition, by contact Sorell Lions, in the peak travel period. The next meeting of Sorell and ensure you abide by the size Council will be held on Tuesday at Sorell School. junior students from please call President • St George’s Square fence requirements – no more than 2 – the fence along the Fitzroy 15 October 2019, beginning at The speakers were Sorell School, from Judy on 0407 360 Street frontage will be 6.00pm in the Council Chambers cubic metres (e.g. a small trailer from the Secondary September 25, right 703, or Secretary load). replaced. at the Council Offices. School and 16 brave through the school hol- John on 62 911 278, students took part.The idays. or email - sorell @ COUNCIL CONTACTS: winner was Paris Bon- Also our Lions Club lionstasmania.org Phone: 6269 0000 Email: [email protected] nett, second was Hei- will be helping raise Fax: 6269 0014 Website: www.sorell.tas.gov.au OCTOBER 2019 - 11 Garlic goes to next level

Focaccia WISE WORDS with Sally Wise 3 cups plain flour 3 teaspoons instant dried yeast 1½ teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons sugar IT IS sometimes interesting where a It is not only locals who appreciate ¼ cup olive oil love of cooking will take you – some- their products – in the recently judged 1½ cups warm water, approximately times by accident, other times by de- Australian Food Awards, the vibrant 3 tablespoons olive oil, extra sign. Garlic and Scape Sea Salt gained a 2 to 3 teaspoons sea salt flakes (or one of the A case in point involved facilitating gold medal, and the Garlic Granules Dundee Garlic salt varieties) a cooking class for men at , and Garlic Sea Salt each received a which was fantastic fun. silver medal. This is an incredible Have ready a slab (or lamington style) tin 35cm Each region has its own specialty in- achievement. x 25cm approximately. gredient and in this instance I was intro- The very recently developed Garlic Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl. duced to, and given a gift of, a packet of and Pepperberry Mix is also proving Make a well in the centre and pour locally made sea salt flakes. very popular. in the oil and almost all the water, When I spoke to others about this Incidentally, the scape is the cen- adding the extra liquid if neces- when we returned home, I was asked tral stalk of Hardneck garlic varieties. sary, to form a soft dough. if I had heard of Dundee Garlic, whose When mature, it becomes firm and Cover the bowl with cling products include Tasmanian sea salt produces a pod at its end. wrap and allow dough to flakes. If left to develop longer, the pod rise until doubled in bulk. I was intrigued, and so made a phone will break into blossom, depriving Turn out onto a light- call to owners Chris and Chantal Byrne, the garlic bulb underneath of essen- ly floured surface and which was a revelation. tial nutrients and effectively stunting knead for about 2 min- They are very passionate that their its growth. utes until smooth. products must contain 100 per cent Tas- The scape is therefore harvested at Pat out to approxi- manian ingredients. the pod stage and can be used much mately the same size This begins with the primary focus of like spring onion tops – for instance, as the tin. their product – garlic, which is grown in frittatas, stir-fries, scrambled eggs, Pour 2 tablespoons on their property at Whitefoord in the omelets, in pesto to name but a few. of the olive oil into the Midlands. At the local market the very next pan and place dough This is harvested, dried and granu- weekend I was able to purchase a jar, on top. Allow to rise for lated and then sold in 50g jars, and is and trialed it on my homemade focac- about 20 minutes until easily reconstituted to use as for fresh cia, imparting a whole new dimension puffy, then press the fin- garlic. of flavour. gertips into the dough at By the addition of other ingredients to If you would like to try making it, intervals and drizzle with the their garlic, such as that locally sourced I’m providing the recipe here. remaining olive oil, and sprin- sea salt and fresh Tasmanian pepper ber- Chris and Chantal are especially kle over the herbs and sea salt ries, three other products are now avail- looking forward to having a stall at flakes. able – naturally flavoured salts in grind- the upcoming Koonya Garlic Festival Bake at 200degrees C for 20 minutes er-style jars. on Saturday February 29 next year, until golden brown. The herbal or spice component mixes where they will be showcasing their Leave to stand in tin for 5 minutes before cut- with the salt when it is ground directly products, including fresh garlic. ting into portions to serve. onto the food.

Calvary grants APPLICATIONS for projects identified for Calvary Council Com- five vulnerable groups: munity Grants are open the marginalised, chil- for not-for-profit Tas- dren (especially in ear- manian organisations ly development), those that want to improve lacking sources of nutri- the health and wellbe- tion, those lacking oral ing of marginalised and health and the elderly. vulnerable communi- Applications close on ties. October 18 and informa- Wednesday The CCC gives par- tion can sought at www. ticular attention to calvarycare.org.au Nights We serve only our Senator Claire 3 Course Specials menu $30 2 Course for kids $12 CHANDLER Seating between 6pm - 7pm Senator for Tasmania Bookings Please Menus posted on facebook every Monday

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FREE measles catch up vaccina- Public Health experts advise that tions are now available from GPs people born before 1966 are likely thanks for life for eligible Tasmanians. to be immune following childhood The vaccination program will infection. Most people born after also be available in pharmacies in 1994 are likely to have received two coming weeks, once an approved doses of measles containing vac- training program is completed. cines as a child, under the National Health Minister Immunisation Program. said Tasmanians born during or af- “Many people born between 1966 ter 1966 who have not received two and 1994 will not have had measles measles-containing vaccinations, or or received two doses of a measles had the measles infection, are eligi- vaccine, which means up to 15 per ble for a free vaccination. cent of these Tasmanians may not be Infants aged 6 to 12 months who immune,’’ Ms Courtney said. are travelling overseas to places “Having pharmacists administer where measles is circulating are also vaccinations will help to improve eligible. access for Tasmanians.”

Montana Marshall shows Prosser MLC Jane Howlett some of the bows she made while in hospital.

TRIABUNNA’S Mon- medivac to Victoria for has been doing her bit a pop-up arts and craft tana Marshall is almost her first double lung to help out the family as store, where she makes home having recently transplant, which sadly well. hair scrunchies, jewel- had a second double lung after 18 months her body Prosser MLC Jane lery, candles and more. transplant at Melbourne’s rejected. Howlett said when she Throughout her time Royal Children’s Hos- Grandmother Susan first heard of Montana’s in hospital Montana pital. Marshall said friends, situation she was happy has also kept up with The bubbly and brave family, strangers and the to help. her school work and 14-year-old was dis- broader community had “There is no doubt- hopes to return to Tri- charged late last month, been very supportive. ing this young girl’s abunna District soon. but is now being moni- “This has been a huge strength, determination “The doctors say this tored at the Royal Hobart struggle for the whole and sheer optimism, set of lungs is a perfect Hospital and hoping to family, it’s been very even in such dire fit for Montana and we be able to get back to the disruptive and incredibly circumstances,’’ Ms are just so incredibly East Coast as soon as stressful,’’ Mrs Marshall Howlett said. thankful to the two possible. said. Ms Howlett provided families who donated. Montana’s mum “Anna had to give up financial assistance, “Without them, we Anna, dad Michael and her job, the bills keep including towards the would not have Mon- three sisters have been coming in and medica- purchase of a machine, tana,’’ Mrs Marshall in Melbourne since June tions aren’t cheap.’’ so Montana could said. but it’s not the first time The Triabunna Rotary make her hair scrunch- “It would have been the teenager has had a Club has been a major ies and bows, to raise such a difficult deci- big fight on her hands. fundraiser for the family. money to support her sion to make, at such a Just two years ago, Along with generous family. terrible time, but it is Montana was flow by supporters, Montana Her hospital room is so important.’’ Community news vital

TWELVE Tasmanian the future of news in local community newspapers communities’’, Mr Stans- have banded together field said. under the banner of the “In the communities Tasmanian Communi- we serve we are the first ty Newspaper Alliance source of trusted local (TCNA). news, because we cov- Convener of the er the stories that bigger TCNA, Brad Stansfield, news organisations often + said the new alliance was ignore. 25 years industry experience providing designed to bring about “We understand our lo- professional services & quality work greater recognition of the Brad Stansfield cal communities and un- role and importance of derstand the importance of Project Design Landscaping community newspapers Derwent Valley Gazette, putting the local commu- which were often over- The North-Eastern Ad- nity first. Excavation Convict Blocks looked, particularly by vertiser and Huon News. “The purpose of the al- Bobcat & Truck Rocksawing government. “Members of the liance is to highlight the Access Roads Drainage Works The 12 newspapers Tasmanian Communi- important role community include the Sorell Times ty Newspaper Alliance newspapers play and how and the Tasman Gazette, strongly believe commu- important it is for govern- Peter Ryan - 0407 442 844 plus others such as the nity newspapers represent ments to recognise this.’’ Contact [email protected] solidrocktasmania.com.au 14 - OCTOBER 2019 GARDEN WRAP

Spring time working bee SPRING has arrived. Welcome to behold. Often you can’t see natural ingredients, to one of the busiest times in the the leaves for the flowers, which boosted with fast gardening calendar. So many plants come in almost every shade from acting fertilisers. to sow, grow and enjoy. Happy white through to bright pink and It contains extra spring gardening everyone. also yellow, salmon and two toned potassium to flowers. Most azaleas are happiest promote lots of Codling moth in a spot that receives morning flowers as well Apple and pear trees are a floral sun and afternoon shade, in moist, as nitrogen and delight in early spring. Many organic rich well-drained soil that phosphorus to varieties of apples have very pretty is on the acidic side. Azaleas also encourage healthy pink buds that open to beautiful grow very well in a pot, where they leaf and stem white petalled bee-attracting can brighten up a balcony, patio or growth and a strong flowers and pear trees are covered deck. root system. Scatter in a cloud of crisp white delicate Here are a few simple steps Yates Thrive Natural blooms. to keeping your azaleas looking Roses & Flowers Spring flowers are the trigger fantastic: around the root zone for implementing codling moth Azalea petal blight is a disease of azaleas every eight control measures. Codling moths that attacks azalea flowers, turning weeks and water in well are small greyish-brown moths that them into brown mush. To prevent after applying. lay their eggs onto leaves of apple azalea petal blight, just before the and pear trees, usually near the flower buds open start spraying Bee party fruit. The grub of the codling moth with Yates Zaleton Dual Action Bees are a vital part of a healthy tunnel into the fruit, either on the Systemic Fungicide every two and thriving garden. They help side of the fruit or where the stem weeks until the end of flowering. pollinate some of our favourite emerges. There might be a tell-tale Azalea lace bug is a sap sucking vegetables like cucumbers, lump of ‘frass’ (a collection of insect pest that causes a silvery pumpkins and zucchinis, are grub droppings on the skin) or if mottled appearance on azalea essential for helping fruit set in the grub has entered near the stem leaves. You might also notice dark home grown fruit and nut trees and eaten into the core there may spots underneath the leaves, which and vines like apples, almonds, not be any sign at all, until you cut are lace bug droppings. As with kiwifruit and passionfruit as well open the fruit and there’s a grub azalea petal blight, a proactive as strawberries and blueberries. inside. approach is required as once the It’s important for gardeners Yates Success Ultra Insect leaves are damaged, it cannot be to grow a variety of plants that Control, which is derived from reversed. Start spraying both sides flower throughout the year, so bees beneficial soil bacteria, is a very of new foliage in early spring with are attracted into the garden and effective way to prevent the Baythroid Advanced Insect Killer provided with a source of food. codling moth grub from damaging for Gardens to protect leaves from Yates Bee Pasture Pollen & the fruit. lace bug damage. 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A long-term lease has been secured welcome on council land at Penna and an agree- ment has been made with the Penna JOHN MENDEL cals are visiting the club Recreation Association to use and in increasing numbers to maintain their land that borders the GOLF is more than just dine and be part of spe- council property. swinging a club and try- cial events such as Moth- The club has a membership of over ing to persuade a tiny er’s Day lunch, high teas, 80 spread throughout the state and dimpled ball to drop into quiz nights and even a with this long-term lease it is envis- a tin sized cup – our trea- drive in cinema. aged that the club numbers will grow sured golf clubs are in- In doing our part for because they are locating to a semi creasingly evolving into those in need, just about rural but developing region. hubs of the local commu- every golf club supports Plans are being developed to allow nity. a charity or community for a suitable building where members A lot of people do based organisation. can continue to work on the resto- not realise that there are At Royal we are proud ration of vintage machinery. Penna Development more than 80 golf clubs supporters of Give Me 5 The club is a member of the Tasma- Committee chairman in Tasmania, making our manicured environment, for Kids and Challenge. nian Men’s Shed Association and has Malcolm Dillion, left, and state among the most golf the great outdoors and If there is a golf club received its support in development of treasurer Andy Hocken in intensive real estate on the friendships forged on up the road from where the new facility. front of a mechanical roller the planet. and off the fairways and you live or that you fre- The club will be at the Sorell School which is being restored. The artistry of trying to greens. quently pass by, please Fair next month offering hay rides for achieve the perfect swing In recent years golf drop in and you will be kids. is often punctuated by fits clubs have become more pleasantly surprised at of mental anguish and inclusive and community just how welcome you frustration. focused. will be made to feel. Yet golf remains one of The club that I have Golf clubs are not just the few sports that allows the honour of managing, for golfers, they are the On the sale trail folks of differing skill Royal Hobart Golf Club galvanising centre of lo- BOTH the Sorell and Tas- hand or vintage purchases bases, genders and ages at Seven Mile Beach, has cal communities and they man Councils are sup- is gaining converts. to complete on a level recently welcomed into are there for the enjoy- porting the Garage Sale The Garage Sale Trail (in fact somewhat hilly) the family the residents ment of everyone. Trail, to be held later this will be held across Aus- playing field. of the One Hill lifestyle month. tralia on Saturday and For some, the enjoy- village, located a few John Mendel is gen- With the war on waste Sunday, October 19 and ment of golf lies not just hundred metres down the eral manager at the Move Better, Be Stronger front of mind for many, 20. 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