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Published Tuesdays and Fridays PRICE (inc. G.S.T.) $2 PP331336/0000 1 Friday, April 2, 2021 For the Shire of Buloke, and the districts of Birchip, Charlton, Donald, St. Arnaud, Watchem and Wycheproof CreativeYouth Group’s Message: “Let’s Go Lego” The Charlton Youth Group, through its auspice body, Charlton Neighbourhood House, was successful in receiving $2,000 funding from the Department of Premier and Cabinet for Youth Week 2020. Youth Week was to be in McGeown, her peers, and Benefits the first half of 2020, but due many other young people, Natasha explained the to Coronavirus impacts, it particularly those in the 14- benefits the formation of this was postponed to a month of 25 age bracket, to identify and club has had. celebrating the youth of Vic- address what we saw as the “Lego Club has provided toria from November 15 to top 5 challenges facing them a range of benefits for our December 15, 2020. — mental health, social isola- students,” she said. The Charlton Youth tion, education impacts, im- “They now have the op- Group decided to launch a pacts on family life and changes portunity to engage in a cre- creative club during lunchtimes on their planned activities,” ative activity which stimulates at secondary level, which has said Neighbourhood House their imagination and encour- only had an opportunity to president, Kaylene Cossar. ages dialogue amongst students flourish this term as the “We had already funded from a range of year levels. school environment returned and co-ordinated many pro- “Those students who may to some normality. jects like kite making, not wish to engage in physi- The group acknowledged Spoon-ville and Christmas cal activity every lunch time that transitioning to a social activities for the Playgroup, can now also enjoy quieter environment post Covid was Kindergarten and both pri- activities which build on not going to be easy for mary schools, and wanted their teamwork, communica- many, and wanted to create this funding to focus on section, and social skills. an environment that would ondary level. “It is great to see them problem solving and experi- launch activities where youth “It was incredibly evident menting, all in a safe, stress could be creative solo or con- that, coming out of restric- free environment. nect into small groups. With tions, our social interactions “For some, it has lowered a heavy emphasis on sport in would alter, so we worked anxiety and increased school rural communities, they felt with Dora and Charlton Col- attendance and participation. it was important to stress the lege Student Wellbeing co- The purchase of our Lego importance of diversity and ordinator, Natasha Saunders, has made a significant differ- explore creativity. to identify a longer-term so- ence to the wellbeing of our Challenges lution for the financial in- students, and we are incredi- “Throughout this difficult vestment, and they came up bly thankful that we could period we worked with with the Creative Lego Club get this initiative off the Youth Group President Dora concept.” ground.” • Joseph Monaghan being creative.

• Players, officials and supporters from the Donald and Swan Hill football clubs relax at the conclusion of last Saturday’s practice matches. A Magnet For Sports Enthusiasts While gatherings at many meeting places have dwindled in recent Among them, within the imposing edifice alongside the Borung Highway, are squash years, the imposing (and expanding) sports centre overlooking and basketball courts, a kiosk catering for football and cricket patrons, dressing rooms, and the upstairs Anderson Blue Room and kitchen, providing for activities of all kinds, including Donald’s Goff Letts Oval continues to attract attendances from far and Donald’s annual two-day Show, on the second weekend of October. wide. From humble beginnings – basically squash courts and a gymnasium – the building has grown in stages to suit the increasing needs. Prominent in the early days of development were Though the facility has lately been referred to as Donald’s community precinct within composite management committees led by Lions Club members, organizing local fundraising the recreation reserve, its main function is to cater for a wide range of sporting pursuits. and applications for government grants. Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has partnered Meat Versus Plant with international science and data company Oritain to Products in your Diet build on its new technology in the Australian red meat industry. The argument is that Australian beef’s Have you taken sides in the debate about whether FRIDAY, APRIL 2, 2021 reputation is built on rigorous farming standards, a to stick to the traditional meat fare or to substitute clean/green environment, and first-class production plant-based products? In the state of Colorado, USA, the Governor pro- practices. The latest information is that some Australian claimed a day in March 2021 as “MeatOut Day”. The “icons” are already testing the market. They include As high-end markets are targeted, for example, it ranching sector, who knew that MeatOut Day was will be critical to prove traceability. Oritain says that staples like Milo and Four ’N’ Twenty. The recipe for backed by the Farm Animals Rights Movement, saw the 89-year-old Milo has been changed by the maker doing this provides customers of Australia with the move as an ill-founded attack on the US cattle information on the integrity of the supply chain they (Nestle Dairy). The milk powder has been swapped for industry. ingredients from soya, oat, and corn fibre. can then act on. The Colorado Cattlemen’s Association decided that Of course, giving up meat for “climate change” A report from the alternative protein group Food action was necessary to counter the misinformation of reasons isn’t a palatable option for many people, even Frontier says that, despite livestock producer unhappiness MeatOut. Therefore, they supported a “MeatIn” move- those who admit that the livestock industry has a role at lost market share, growers of pulses and legumes ment, a coordinated initiative by restaurants, grocery in methane and carbon dioxide emissions. will benefit from the change. stores, and other meat-industry related businesses to The group claims that Australian farmers, promote, advocate, and provide factual information on In a global survey by the United Nations, over a government, investors, business, and consumers stand meat production and animal products. On the same million people in fifty countries were sampled on their to benefit because there is an almost $ 3 billion opportunity date in March, for instance, their message was to meet attitudes about climate change. Only 30% supported that the new “meat” offers, including, of course, the in a restaurant with family and friends for a meal promotion of plant-based diets as a climate policy. usual claim about full-time jobs. This opportunity is featuring meat. But in some countries there is a lack of plant-based in spite of the higher-price of “plant meat”, which Based on the reaction of consumers, the producers options. The professor of sustainable agriculture and remains a barrier to shoppers. expect that either public officials will be encouraged to livestock production at Melbourne University says People wonder if there will be any stories such as become more prominent in supporting Green idealism, people are being overly simplistic in diet change. those coming from France and America. or reconsider the wisdom of impartiality in the matter. While in developing countries a growing move towards A highly placed French official has banned meat Certainly, growing consumer interest in environmental protein consumption is taking place, in some lower from school lunch programs. His claim that meat had protection is serving as a catalyst for innovation, and middle income sectors livestock were essential for their to be excluded from fixed menus because of physical the “great sustainability drive” is bringing production survival. distancing rules under COVID-19 was derided by improvements, and also investor interest in livestock In reality, those people don’t have a lot of choice farmers on the basis that the official’s Greens party industry genetics, breeding, improved nutrition and in their diet. Australians should be grateful that they political agenda and beliefs accounted for his actions. feed additives, and landscape management. have the options. Wyche.’s “King” Takes Shape St. Arnaud artist Kyle Torney is pictured working on his latest pro- The larger-than-life-sized figure, carrying a bag of wheat, represents the iconic race that ject, a mural inspired by Wycheproof’s King of the Mountain event, was run for 10 years, from 1978 to 1988, and the many competitors who tested themselves over the challenging one kilometre course that led to the top of Mt. Wycheproof. which he is painting on the wall of the building adjacent to the motel on Kyle is progressing well, as can be seen in the accompanying photograph, taken on Broadway, the town’s main thoroughfare. Monnday afternoon. Visitors to the town over the Easter long weekend will have another reason to take a break during the journey along the Calder Highway. And it is certain to be a talk- ing point for locals, a number of whom took part in the race many years ago. The mural will be a feature of a $600,000 project, co-funded by Regional Development Victoria and the Buloke Shire Council, to delivering a range of improvements aimed at boost- ing accessibility, enhancing appearance and driving positive economic outcomes. Holiday Laughter with “Splashtest Dummies” Get ready for a splash-tastic circus comedy this school holidays when the “Splashtest Dummies” bring their action-packed, water themed skills to the Rex Theatre on Friday, April 16, at 2 p.m.. The 60-minute, live-on- lives of young people across For more information: stage, performance features the country. He believes in en- https://www.rextheatre.org.au Jack Coleman, Simon Wright couraging imagination expan- /live-shows.html and Isaac Salter, three highly sion through play, audience skilled circus performers who engagement and just being showcase a stunning array of silly. the highest jaw dropping ac- “We don’t talk down to Daylight Saving robatics, juggling and stunt kids; I’m a firm believer in work. this,” he said. Ends Sunday

Internationally acclaimed, “We give kids permission the trio come armed with pool to be involved (or not), but to noodles, a giant beach ball trust us. It’s a really safe space and a huge bubble machine, and it’s really interactive.” as the Dummies turn the the- “Splashtest Dummies” is atre into a volleyball court, suitable for audiences of all beach, bathtub and an under- ages, and at just $10 per ticket water paradise. There are bub- is a value-for-money holiday bles, water pistols and epic outing. immersive action! Supported by Restart In- vestment to Sustain and Ex- Full of laughs and plenty • Daylight saving will pand (RISE) Fund – an end on Sunday at 3 of surprises, this world-class Australian Government initia- troupe will display a brilliant a.m., when clocks turn tive, Creative Victoria, array of catch-your-breath back an hour and we Regional Arts Victoria and catch up an hour’s sleep. stunt work, acrobatics, jug- Dummies Corp, be prepared gling and the side splitting, to have your funny bone well slapstick comedy for which and truly tickled and your the dummies are famous. mind blown by what the New to this production is the human body is capable of! inclusion of unicycles, incred- ible magic tricks and inspiring “Splashtest Dummies” ap- puppetry. pear live at the Rex on Friday 16 April at 2pm | Tickets - $10 Executive producer, Jamie Bookings: https://events. Bretman, is passionate about humanitix.com/splash-test- using circus to improve the dummies PAGE 2 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021. • Volunteer collectors Isobelle Rowe (left) and Jaimie Price were among the collectors supporting the Donald Fire Brigade’s annual Good Friday Appeal door knock collection last Tuesday, accepting donations from Fatima Salarda (left) and five-year-old Abe Beavis (right). Donald Door Knock Collection Attracts Increased Support

Donald Fire Brigade’s annual Royal Children’s Hospital Appeal door knock Dale described Tuesday’s collection as a very good start, and with proceeds from the came back bigger and stronger than ever, following last year’s Coronavirus Donald Hotel’s activity on Wednesday evening, plus donations received from raffles on sale in suspension, with Tuesday night’s collection raising a very healthy $4,563.65. Woods Street on Thursday, Donald’s contribution to the annual appeal in support of the Royal Local appeal co-ordinator, Dale Anderson, reports that this figure is approximately $1,100 Children’s Hospital, and the many children who receive treatment there, will again be signifi- up on the 2019 collection, and thanks all those who dug deep for a very worthy cause. cant. Safe Caravanning This Easter Break As police prepare to focus on caravan safety this Easter holiday period, “People tend to overpack weight distribution, as well as rvSafe has developed edu- caravanners can learn about RV road safety at www.rvsafe.com.au their vehicles because they do towing, communication, road cational and instructive mate- rules, speed, licensing and rvSafe is funded by the and tyre age and pressure, are program that has all RV road not know their vehicle’s rial available to all RV users much more. Federal Government and sup- just a few things to be ad- safety information you need weight restrictions, and this it- across Australia, which will ported by the Campervan and dressed before your vehicle so you don’t get caught out. self can lead to accidents, ensure people remain safe on Motorhome Club of Australia leaves the driveway. “There are a lot of factors hefty fines and void insurance. “Common road safety our roads. (CMCA), and highlights im- many people don’t consider Even the way people pack practices such as checking portant RV road safety infor- CMCA CEO Richard Bar- before heading off on their their caravans can be danger- tyre pressure and age are Visit www.rvsafe.com.au mation that should not be wick says, “We have been ad- holidays, whether it be a short ous, especially if weight isn’t often ignored and, in most for articles and videos that ignored. vised that police will be or long break, which can often distributed properly.” cases, people don’t know will assist in minimising inci- Factors such as weight re- targeting caravanners this holi- lead to minor and major inci- rvSafe aims to educate what to do in a case of emer- dents and keep you out of strictions, weight distribution day period, and rvSafe is a dents and/or hefty fines. people about weight and gency,” said Mr Barwick. trouble this Easter.

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“The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021 — PAGE 5 Easter: Is There Life After Death? In this past year the Coronavirus pandemic has struck many countries extremely hard. For example, England at one stage had hundreds of deaths every day and one of the highest per capita death rates in the world. The vaccines now developed have to leave your brains at provide a great source of hope the door to consider the resur- in the battle against COVID in rection. Countless intellectuals England and around the world have believed the resurrection – including Australia. In this of Jesus, from Sir Isaac New- damaged world we live in, ton and JRR Tolkien to Oxford many tragedies occur. Where Professor of Maths John can we find hope, ultimate Lennox and Dr. John Dickson, hope as we look to the future? historian and lecturer for- Is there indeed life after death? merly at Macquarie Univer- Professor Stephen Hawk- sity, Sydney. ing, world renowned cosmol- There are many hostile ogist died three years ago. atheists who have set out to Hawking had described him- disprove the resurrection, and self as an atheist and said: “I have been convinced against regard the brain as a com- their will that Jesus did indeed puter which will stop working rise from the dead. Lee Stro- • Bruce Stewart when its components fail. There bel and Josh McDowell are never found – Jesus was seen is no heaven or afterlife for examples of these. Check out alive after His resurrection by broken down computers. That is their websites – both are pro- over 500 eye witnesses – 1 a fairy story for people afraid of lific authors and public speak- Corinthians 15:3,4. the dark.” (“The Guardian”). ers sharing of their journey It was Jesus who said, “I Is he right? Is each of us from atheism to Christ followers. am the Way, the Truth and the just a computer which will Evidence Life. No one comes to the eventually crash? Below is a just a little of the Father but by Me”. John 14:6. evidence pointing to the resur- Jesus warned that there is a Is This All? rection of Jesus: heaven or hell destiny for all Is this all there is? William • The Gospels in the Bible humankind. To follow the res- Rewak writes: “Our brains are are direct eyewitness accounts urrected Jesus or reject Him – an intricate complex of neural . . . The Gospel of Mark was the most important question of connections that resemble written within 30 years of the our lives. Skeptics will one what a computer chip does. resurrection of Jesus. There day find that Jesus Christ is But if that’s it, what about are more than 24,000 pieces of reality. Repent, turn to Jesus beauty, or bravery, or hope? ancient manuscript found so and receive Him as Saviour How do you computerize far substantiating the accuracy and Lord, or one day we face love?” Who are we really? of the Bible. Him as our Judge. Many of us hunger for truth • Evidence from outside the I conclude with the words about three big questions in Bible speaks of the existence of Dr. Billy Graham, who be- Wage Subsidies life: “Where have we come of Jesus; e.g., Josephus who lieved there is life after death, from?” “Why are we here?” wrote in A.D. 90 about Jesus based on the resurrection of and “Where do we go after we and His “surprising works”, as Jesus: “Someday, you will for Businesses die?” These are big questions, did Tacitus in A.D. 115. read or hear that Billy Gra- valid questions, and every • Archaelogical evidence ham is dead. Don't you believe Northern Victorian small and medium-sized businesses, sole traders, single one of us needs to find supports the Bible account; a word of it. I shall be more answers to these questions to e.g., the Pool of Siloam (John alive than I am now. I will just local councils, social enterprises, universities and not-for-profits are invited find hope. 9:7 – site of a miracle of Jesus) have changed my address. I to apply for a share in the Victorian Government’s $250 million Jobs The most credentialled per- was found by archaeologists in will have gone into the pres- Victoria Fund. son in the world for speaking 2004, confirming the accuracy ence of God”. about life after death is Jesus of the Scriptures when the The message of Easter is Member for Northern Vic- Employers looking for put on a worker or falling just Christ. Jesus is the centre of pool’s existence had pre- Good News. Why not check it toria, Mark Gepp, urges local more information on the Jobs short. I urge business owners Easter celebrations — His viously been doubted. out – the wonderful hope we businesses to investigate their Victoria Fund can call the and managers to check out life, sacrificial death, burial • The tomb was empty – can have in Jesus. eligibility for wage subsidy Jobs Victoria hotline on 1300 what support is available.” and resurrection. You don't the dead body of Jesus was Bruce Stewart. payments of up to $20,000 208 575. “It’s crucial that we help per worker to take on people They can also register on those jobseekers who need it who have been most affected the Jobs Victoria online hub to most, and this is a very prac- by the pandemic. post jobs and recruit skilled tical way to do that.” Nationals Support and qualified people looking The Fund will support at for work in their local area. For more information on least 10,000 people into work, “These wage subsidies eligibility criteria, or to apply Status Resolution and is a key component of the could be the difference be- for the Jobs Victoria Fund, Government’s $619.4 million tween a business being able to visit: www.jobs.vic.gov.au/fund The National Party Federal Conference, held on the weekend, saw the Jobs Victoria boost which also involves the quadrupling adoption of a motion moved by Anne Webster, Member for Mallee, regarding of the service’s job search and undocumented workers in the horticulture industry. support workforce. The motion, which was colleagues in the coalition, passed unopposed, calls for but I won’t shy away from the The Fund will help Victo- the design of an appropriate challenge. I truly believe this rian businesses and organisa- visa for undocumented work- is the best option for the hor- tions to rebuild and grow by ers in the horticultural indus- ticulture industry, and for un- providing a wage subsidy of try, which would be delivered documented people living and up to $20,000 per eligible em- bring you as a pandemic status resolu- working in our communities. ployee to meet the costs of tion and would allow for ei- This challenge is bigger than taking on new workers for the ther permanent or temporary politics and its worth fighting first 12 months of their em- legal status. for. ployment. “I’m really pleased that the “I know that industry is on motion was adopted by the board with this push, and the Women’s employment has Federal Conference,” Dr idea has been backed by the been disproportionately af- Webster said. recent Learning to Excel re- fected by the pandemic, and “It’s great to have the support, released by the National • Dr. Anne Webster $150 million of the Fund is port of the party behind my Agriculture Labour Advisory dedicated to supporting women call for a status resolution for Committee. unscrupulous contractors who back into work, including $50 undocumented workers. are exploiting them. Recog- million supporting women Perceptions Their Only Crime nising these people will allow over the age of 45. “The fact that the motion “For many of these people, them to seek employment was passed unopposed shows their only crime is overstay- with employers and growers Fund Focus that perceptions around this ing their welcome. They who do the right thing. This The Fund also focuses on measure have changed. Given aren’t dangerous criminals. will significantly increase the people looking for work who the workforce crisis facing the They are working hard to help pool of legal labour in the are young, those who have industry, the National Party feed our nation and they are country. been unemployed for six understands that this measure contributing to our communi- months or more, Aboriginal could go a long way to solv- ties. Its time they are recog- “A status resolution will and Torres Strait Islander ing the problems we face.” nised. prevent exploitation and help people, refugees and asylum “We’ve got a lot of work “At the moment, these with workforce shortages. For seekers, and people living left to do to convince our people are stuck working with me it’s a no-brainer.” with a disability. PAGE 6 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021. Finish for First Term The first term has finished, and the students and staff are to be congratulated on their efforts this term. The term has been punctu- ated with sporting events, a five day lock down as well as incursions organised by the school. The fete has been post- BULLETIN poned until 2022 and the raffle • Cross country age group winners: Back row, left to right, Zara Lowry, Asha Lee, Willow Ryan, Lily Adriaans, Hugo Warne, and donations that have been Congratulations to all stu- Sienna Richmond, Archie Tyler, Noah Dean Front Des Coffey, Isabelle Sharp, Denley Tyler, Samuel Ferrier, Lucy Coffey, made to the school have dents for participating and Addison Hamilton. reached a sizeable total that completing the demanding will go towards the concreting course. The spirit and determi- Lyndall Jenkins asked the year in case I lost one for whatever you have a chance if you come On our first day I didn’t of the shade structure near the nation showed on the day was seven class to document their reason, and couldn’t retrieve in the top four, but you have to manage to bring all my books stadium. We thank people for fantastic! thoughts on the move from it. come first in high school to go to school; it took me at least a their generosity. Age group winners: 5/6 primary to secondary educa- In the majority of our sub- on further. week to get everything sorted. Primary girls, Lucy Coffey; 5/6 boys, tion. Below are some of their jects, we can sit on any table Among my favourite things I found the routine quite easy Samuel Ferrier; 7 girls, Addi- thoughts. we want. This way, all stu- about being in year seven is to get the hang of. I was ex- Cross Country dents can settle in their own that you are allowed to go cited when we were told that On Thursday, March 25, son Hamilton; 7 boys, Denley Tyler; 8 girls, Issie Sharp; 8 Eliza Gould groups. Speaking of sitting across the road with a note to we would get our computers students from the primary sec- 2021 has had a great start, where we please, we can sit get chips for lunch. Also that soon, I’ve always wanted my tion of Birchip P-12 School boys, Des Coffey; 9 girls, Sienna Richmond; 9 boys, as it’s definitely better than the basically anywhere we want we got laptops because my own laptop. participated in the annual previous year — chaotic and that’s outside in the school school iPad had stopped work- In most subjects we are free cross country championship. Archie Tyler; 10 girls, Lily Adriaans; 10 boys, Willow all, for all of us. I hope every- grounds! I think this is awe- ing. to sit wherever we want. I love Favourable weather conditions one settles in, but will be pre- some, and the school should Annabelle Bennett to go across the road to the made for a more pleasant af- Ryan; 11 girls, Asha Lee; 11 boys, Hugo Warne; 12 girls, pared in case of another continue letting us have room My year so far has been a Motel for lunch. This is defi- ternoon, and students enjoyed lockdown. to breathe. My year so far has been a dif- nitely my most favourite part running in front of a large Zara Lowry; and 12 boys, Noah Dean. When I came back to ferent experience from pri- of high school. crowd of enthusiastic parents, school again at the end of Jan- Eva Coffey mary, hanging from a tub on family and friends. Students with qualifying I’m going to enjoy high times will now compete in the uary, I felt really nervous and For the start of the first my table to a locker standing school, but even more I am Eager students had been in I think everyone else was the term in Year 7 there was a lot outside, and all our classes in training for several weeks, Black Ranges Cross Country going to miss my years of pri- at St. Arnaud in term 2. same, because we’d recently to get used to for a couple different classrooms. mary school. familiarising themselves with come out of lockdown (in weeks. The main thing that the course, and the most dedi- Thanks to Brendan Beasley and Lauren Baker for their or- Term 4-ish) and anticipated was different from primary cated ones had been spied run- for another to come. school was that it was no ning the course after school. ganisation of the event. The Move High school was different longer English and maths for That dedication to training to Primary primarily because the first four periods. You paid off, with some fast times The transition from Year 6 to Year 7 can be a daunting 1: we have lockers now, and 2: could have any class for the recorded on the day for age the subjects were everywhere. start of the morning in high group winners. prospect for some students. As a writing exercise in English, I found it kind of fun to run school. It was also very differ- around like this, but when I ent to have so many teachers was slightly behind schedule it and not just one for most sub- felt like I was going to die in jects. the Hunger Games. Other than At the start of the term I that, settling in was a breeze to was always getting in trouble me, because I can quickly for not bringing two folders adapt to things. and having to run back and The cool thing was that we grab one. I was also surprised could pick our own lockers there wasn’t more homework, within a certain radius, and put because everyone had input on our bags in the unoccupied how much I was going to get. ones underneath the top ones We have also had our we took. My locker is/looks swimming sports already, and super clean and organised. It the next level in St. Arnaud is looks mostly organised be- much harder in high school • Bir cause I brought extra folders than primary because in primary • Zara Lowry and Asha Lee pacing each other.

• Milla Haslam. • Lana Angel encourages Greta McClelland during the run • Des Coffey and Denley Tyler trying their hardest. “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021 — PAGE 7 • Bethany Hi Ha and Ella Hogan get the runners with pink powder early in the race. Colour Launches Youth Group Year

Birchip Youth Group commenced an action- packed year with an explosion of colour on Sunday at Tchum Lake. Newly appointed executive doused in colour and squirted members Ella Hogan (presi- with water bombs at five dif- dent), Hannah Cook (vice- ferent stations as they walked president), Charlotte McCred- or ran around the lake. den (secretary), Patrick Hogan (publicity officer), Tadhg Young people were af- Lowry (youth room represen- fected disproportionately by tative), Ella Walsh (treasurer) the restrictions imposed in and their team of enthusiastic 2020, and this time last year committee members were some students in Buloke had eager to get the year off to a their FReeZA event, school, colourful start, planning lots of debutante ball and winter sport activities to keep local youth all cancelled within a week, so and their families entertained. it is very heartening to see the Birchip Youth Group making Over eighty participants up for lost time, staging the took part in the colour run, color run, followed up by an with cousins and friends from Easter Egg Hunt on Wednes- as far away as Melbourne join- day. ing in with the locals in getting • Continued on page 9. • Donald participants Jo and Sam Beavis and Mandy Wells, with family members, enjoying the colour run.

• Gemma Woods, Hannah Cook, Ella Hogan colour Kelly Angel and Brenda Doran. • Hannah Cook and Ella Hogan cover the girls at the final leg. PAGE 8 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021. • Youth Group member Patrick Sheahan colour bombing Jed Coffey who was first home, • Continued from page 8. for young people and their gather, and enjoy the beautiful The Birchip Youth Group is families. autumn weather. working closely with the The feelings of fraternity, The day concluded with a Birchip Neighbourhood House belonging, connectedness, sausage sizzle and lots of com- youth led LDAT and the common understanding and paring of the colourful can- • Prue McCredden, Vivienne Townsend, Bridget McCredden being coloured by Youth Group Buloke FReeZA, Music, warm attachment to place, vases their bodies and t-shirts members Gemma Woods, Hannah Cook and Ella Hogan. Mates and Multiformity pro- were all moribund during had become. jects to host community events 2020, so it is exciting to see Congratulations to the that are inclusive, fun, drug social events and activities re- Birchip Youth Group members and alcohol free and engaging turning to the community, and for bringing the smiles back to hear the laughter as people the children’s faces.

• Some managed to stay clean: Joshua and Riley Richmond, Tom and Sonny Sheridan, Carling McEvoy.

• Riley and Darcy Cullen with Mum Kirsten Geason.

• Des Coffey and River Ryan disappearing in a pink haze as they get caught by Hannah • Youth Group member Tadhg Lowry colours Josh Woods and Connor Boyle. Cook. “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021 — PAGE 9 YOUR THREE-DAY TV GUIDE Friday ABC PRIME7 WIN NINE SBS 6:00 Gardening Australia [s] 6:00 Sunrise [s] – Wake up to a better breakfast with 6:00 Headline News [s] 5:30 Today [s] 5:00 CGTN English News 7:00 News Breakfast [s] Samantha Armytage and David Koch for all the latest 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) [s] 9:00 Today Extra [s] 5:15 NHK World English News 9:00 ABC News Mornings [s] news, sport and weather. 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] – Join Dr Phil McGraw as he takes 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 5:30 Worldwatch – Deutsche Welle English News 6:00 9:30 The Cook And The Chef [s] 9:00 The Morning Show [s] – Join Larry Emdur and aim at the critical issues of our time, including bullying, 12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] France 24 News 6:30 Al Jazeera English News 7:00 9:55 The Royal Variety Performance 2020 (PG) [s] Kylie Gillies each morning for a variety of segments on drug abuse, domestic violence, depression, child 1:00 Movie: “The Dust Factory” (PG) (’04) Stars: Hayden BBC News 7:30 Italian News 8:10 Filipino News 8:40 11:30 Gardening Australia [s] the latest news, entertainment and other hot topics. abuse, suicide and other various forms of mental Panettiere, Armin Mueller-Stahl, Ryan Kelley French News 9:30 Greek News 10:30 German News 12:00 ABC News On Good Friday [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] illness. 3:00 Tipping Point [s] 11:00 Spanish News 11:30 Turkish News 12:00 12:30 Easter In Australia [s] 12:00 Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal [s] 1:00 Program To Be Advised 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] Arabic News 12:30 ABC America: World News 1:30 Back Roads (PG) [s] – Our stars unite to raise funds for the Royal 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 4:30 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] Tonight 2:00 Shakespeare And Hathaway (PG) [s] Children’s Hospital on Seven’s Good Friday Appeal 2:30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 5:30 NINE News [s] 1:00 PBS Newshour 3:00 ABC News On Good Friday [s] live from Melbourne. 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 2:00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize 3:40 The Cook And The Chef [s] 4:00 AFL: Round 3: North Melbourne v Western Bulldogs 3:30 Farm To Fork [s] 7:30 Escape To The Chateau: Escape To The Chateau 2:10 Watergate: Coverup (M s) 4:05 Devil’s Advocate [s] *Live* From Marvel Stadium [s] – In a rare Friday 4:00 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] At Christmas (PG) [s] – Can Dick Strawbridge and his 3:00 NITV News: Nula 4:10 Think Tank (PG) [s] afternoon game, North Melbourne face the Western 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] wife Angel bring an abandoned French chateau back 3:30 Celtic Woman: A Celebration 5:10 Grand Designs (PG) [s] Bulldogs. 5:00 10 News First [s] to life? 4:35 Andrea Bocelli: Music For Hope (In Italian) 6:05 Jesus: Countdown To Calvary (PG) [s] 7:00 Seven News [s] – Seven brings you the latest 6:00 WIN News [s] 8:30 Movie: “Charlie And The Chocolate Factory” (PG) 5:05 Jeopardy! 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Stars: Jeremy Renner, Scott Glen, Stacy spectacular mountain views and Scottish heritage. 9:10 Harrow: Alea Iacta Est (M v) [s] – After two men die Officers suspect there are illegal stowaways hiding ambulance crews race to the scene of a double Keach, Edward Norton, Donna Murphy The route begins in Inverness, and within minutes, it in a duel, Harrow uncovers a web of Machiavellian amongst a large tour group but the big challenge is to shooting, a stabbing, a brawl and a grandmother in 11:15 Movie: “Empire” (MA15+) (’02) – A successful passes Culloden, site of the last pitched battle on intrigue within a suburban historical society. work out who they are. Plus, a very unpleasant need of CPR. South Bronx drug dealer turns his back on his roots British soil. 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5:00 Children’s Programs 1:35 Andy’s Wild Workouts 2:05 6:00 Home Shopping 8:30 Travel Oz: Tjungu Festival 6:00 Children’s Programs 12:00 Bakugan: Geogan Rising 6:00 Home Shopping 9:00 Star Trek: Voyager: 11:59 (PG) 5:00 Worldwatch 12:00 Movie: “Lara Croft Tomb Raider” Bob The Builder 2:30 Wallykazam! 3:00 Curious George Uluru/ Canberra (PG) 9:30 The Great Australian Doorstep (PG) 12:30 Beyblade Burst Rise 1:00 Power Rangers Dino 10:00 Diagnosis Murder: Murder Can Be Contagious/ (M v) (’03) Stars: Angelina Jolie 1:50 Movie: “Magic Alps” 3:30 Play School 4:00 Bananas In Pyjamas 4:35 Thomas (PG) 10:00 Insider Trading (PG) 11:00 House Of Wellness Charge 1:30 Social Fabric (PG) 2:00 The Road Trick (PG) Murder On Thin Ice (PG) 12:00 JAG: Impact (PG) 1:00 The (PG) (’18) Stars: Hassan El Aouni (In English/ Italian) And Friends 5:10 Luo Bao Bei 5:25 Fireman Sam 5:55 (PG) 12:00 Seven’s Horse Racing: Randwick/ Caulfield 2:30 Race Across The World (PG) 3:50 Clarence (PG) Doctors (PG) 2:00 Jake And The Fatman: I’ll Never Smile 2:05 New Girl: San Diego/ Five Stars For Beezus a(PG) Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom 6:30 Kiri And Lou 7:00 6:00 TBA 6:30 The Yorkshire Vet With Julian Norton (PG) 4:00 Movie: “Fantastic Mr. Fox” (PG) (’09) Stars: Wes Again/ Bewitched, Bothered And Bewildered 4:00 I Fish 3:00 Insight: Forbidden Love 4:00 PBS Newshour 5:00 Catie’s Amazing Machines 7:30 Spicks And Specks (PG) 8:30 Escape To The Country: Hampshire/ Pembrokeshire/ Anderson 5:45 Movie: “Flushed Away” (G) (’06) Stars: 4:30 Mighty Machines 5:00 Escape Fishing With ET (PG) ABC America: World News Tonight 5:30 TBA 7:30 8:00 QI (M l,s) 8:30 Melbourne Comedy Festival 2021: The New Forest 11:30 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes: Hugh Jackman 7:30 Movie: “The Secret Life Of Pets 2” (G) 5:30 Scorpion (M v) 7:30 NCIS (M v) 8:30 NCIS: New Australia In Colour (PG) 8:30 The X-Files: Quagmire Gala (M) 10:30 Sammy J 10:35 Ross Noble Stand Up Pacific Panorama (PG) 12:30 The Fine Art Auction (PG) (’19) Stars: Kevin Hart 9:15 Movie: “Johnny English Strikes Orleans: X/ Conspiracy Theories (M v) 10:20 TBA 11:20 (M h,v) 9:20 Romulus: Debellare/ Superbos (MA15+) (In Series (M l,s) 11:05 Would I Lie To You? (PG) 11:35 2:00 Escape To The Country: Hampshire 3:00 Jabba’s Again” (PG) (’18) Stars: Rowan Atkinson 11:00 Stunt LA’s Finest: Coyote Ugly (M) 12:15 Hawaii Five-O (M v) Old Latin) 11:15 Dateline: London Cabbies 11:45 Insight: Staged (M l) 12:00 High Fidelity (MA15+) 12:35 Penn And School Holiday Movie Special 3:30 Weekender 4:00 Science (MA15+) 12:00 Love Island (MA15+) 1:00 A Night 1:10 48 Hours: Christy Martin - The Fight Of Her Life (M v) Class Actions 12:45 F-ck, That’s Delicious (MA15+) 1:45 Teller: Fool Us (PG) 1:15 Janeane Garofalo: If I May (M l) Creek To Coast 4:30 Sydney Weekender 5:00 Home With My Ex (M l,s) 2:00 After The Raves (PG) 2:30 Karl 2:10 Elementary: Meet Your Maker (PG) 3:10 The Doctors France 24 News In English From Paris 3:00 Thai News 2:20 Escape From The City 3:15 ABC News Update Shopping Meltzer: Made To Be Broken (PG) (PG) 5:00 Home Shopping 4:00 Punjabi News 4:30 Sri Lankan Sinhalese News ABC ME (CH23) 7MATE (CH73) GEM (CH80) PEACH (CH11) ABC24 (CH24)

5:00 Children’s Programs 12:40 Deadly Pole To Pole 1:10 6:00 Fishy Business (PG) 7:00 Big Angry Fish (PG) 8:00 6:00 Home Shopping 10:00 My Favourite Martian: Our 6:00 Cheers (PG) 7:00 Friends: The One With The Cheap 11:00 ABC News 11:30 The World This Week 12:00 ABC The Dengineers 1:40 Winston Steinburger And Sir Dudley Home Shopping 10:00 TCR: Round 3: Bathurst 1:00 Notorious Landlady 10:30 The Avengers: Winged Avenger Wedding Dress/ The One With Joey’s Award (PG) 8:00 News 12:30 ABC News Regional 1:00 ABC News 1:30 Ding Dong 2:05 Danger Mouse (PG) 2:20 Cloudy With A Blokesworld (M) 1:30 The Food Dude (PG) 2:00 Storage (PG) 11:30 Edgar Wallace Mysteries: The Man Who Was Everybody Loves Raymond (PG) 9:00 Frasier: Frasier’s Back Roads 2:00 ABC News 2:30 Kurt Fearnley’s One Chance Of Meatballs 2:45 Radiant 3:10 Sailor Moon Wars (PG) 2:30 Pawn Stars (PG) 3:00 Rides Down Under Nobody (PG) 12:50 Movie: “Hobson’s Choice” (PG) (’54) Imaginary Friend/ The Gift Horse (PG) 10:00 Becker: The Plus One 3:00 ABC News 3:30 The Breakfast Couch 4:00 Crystal (PG) 3:35 Dragon Ball Super 4:00 Out Loud 4:30 (PG) 4:00 American Pickers (PG) 5:00 American Stars: Charles Laughton 3:05 Movie: “Run For The Sun” Roast That Ruined Them/ For Whom The Toll Calls (PG) ABC News 4:30 7.30: The Interviews 5:00 ABC News Odd Squad 4:55 Hank Zipzer 5:20 Lost In Oz 6:00 Spirit Restoration (PG) 6:00 Megastructures (PG) 7:00 Movie: (PG) (’56) Stars: Richard Widmark 5:05 Movie: “The 11:00 Cheers (PG) 12:00 WIN’s All Australian News 12:30 5:30 ABC News Regional 6:00 ABC Evening News 6:30 Riding Free: Lucky And The Flight Of The Fancy (PG) 6:30 “Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory” (G) (’71) Stars: Bridge At Remagen” (PG) (’69) Stars: George Segal 7:30 The Amazing Race Australia (PG) 2:00 Friends (PG) 6:00 Australian Story 7:00 ABC National News 7:30 Kurt Wallace And Gromit: A Matter Of Loaf And Death 7:00 Gene Wilder 9:05 Movie: “Storm Boy” (PG) (’76) Stars: Jai Rugby Union: Preview 8:00 Rugby Union: Melbourne The Big Bang Theory (PG) 10:30 The Middle: A Birthday Fearnley’s One Plus One 8:00 ABC News Tonight 8:10 Movie: “Adventures Of Rufus: The Fantastic Pet” (G) (’20) Courtney 11:10 America’s Hardest Prisons (M) 12:35 Rebels v QLD Reds *Live* 9:45 Rugby Union: Post-Match Story/ Errand Boy/ Thanksgiving II (PG) 12:00 Home Four Corners 9:00 ABC Nightly News 9:30 Back Roads Stars: Kyler Charles Beck 8:20 Wishfart! 8:40 Mighty Mike: American Restoration (PG) 1:00 Megastructures (PG) 10:00 Movie: “Barquero” (PG) (’70) Stars: Lee Van Cleef, Shopping 1:30 2 Broke Girls: And The New Boss/ And The 10:00 ABC News Weekend 10:30 The World This Week Fluffystein 9:00 All Hail King Julien: The Day After 2:00 Carter’s W.A.R (PG) 3:00 Round Oz Ride (M) 4:30 Warren Oates, Forrest Tucker 12:10 Lethal Weapon: Bali Big Opening (M v) 2:30 Charmed (PG) 3:00 TBA 3:30 2 11:30 ABC News Regional 12:00 ABC Late News 12:15 Yesterday (PG) 9:25 Sword Art Online (PG) Garage 41 (PG) (M) 1:00 Home Shopping 2:00 The Baron (M) Broke Girls (M s) 4:30 Home Shopping The Mix 12:40 Media Watch (PG) Sunday ABC PRIME7 WIN NINE SBS 6:00 rage (PG) [s] 6:00 Home Shopping 6:00 Religious Programs [s] 6:00 Easter Sunrise Service [s] – Join Wesley Mission 5:00 France 24 Feature News 7:00 Weekend Breakfast [s] 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 7:30 Fishing Australia [s] on Sydney Harbour as Rev Stu Cameron hosts the 5:15 NHK World English News 10:00 Offsiders [s] 10:00 The Morning Show - Weekend (PG) [s] 8:00 Good Chef Bad Chef [s] annual Easter Sunrise Service, featuring City Alight, 5:30 Worldwatch – Deutsche Welle English News 6:00 10:30 The World This Week [s] 12:00 House Of Wellness (PG) [s] 8:30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey [s] Easter greetings from community leaders across France 24 English News 6:30 Al Jazeera English 11:00 Compass (PG) [s] 1:00 Program To Be Advised 9:00 Australia By Design: Innovations [s] Australia, and a new perspective on the age-old Easter News 7:30 Italian News 8:10 Filipino News 8:40 11:30 Songs Of Praise (PG) [s] 1:30 Beach Cops (PG) [s] 9:30 Studio 10 Sunday [s] story. French News 9:30 Greek News 10:30 German News 12:00 ABC News At Noon [s] 2:00 Movie: “Wildcats” (PG) (’86) – Molly McGrath’s 12:00 Advancing Australia [s] 7:00 Weekend Today [s] 11:00 Spanish News 11:30 Turkish News 12:00 12:30 Landline [s] dream is to coach high school football, and when her 12:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 10:00 Sunday Footy Show (PG) [s] Arabic News 12:30 ABC America: World News 1:30 Gardening Australia [s] dream is realised in the form of a tough inner city 1:00 The Offroad Adventure Show [s] 12:00 Sports Sunday (PG) [s] Tonight 2:30 Australia Remastered (PG) [s] team, she has a harder time than she expected trying 2:00 All 4 Adventure (PG) [s] 1:00 AFL: Women’s Footy (PG) [s] 1:00 Speedweek 3:25 Restoration Australia [s] to whip them into shape. Stars: Goldie Hawn, Swoosie 3:00 Road Less Travelled [s] 2:00 The Xtreme CollXtion (PG) [s] 3:00 FIFA World Cup 2022 Magazine 4:20 Back Roads [s] Kurtz, Robyn Lively, Brandy Gold, James Keach, Jan 3:30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield [s] 2:30 Driving Test: Cooper (PG) [s] 3:30 Figure Skating: ISU Figure Skating World 4:50 Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) [s] Hooks, Bruce McGill, Nipsey Russell, Mykelti 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 3:00 Space Invaders (PG) [s] Championships 5:20 Antiques Roadshow [s] Williamson 4:30 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn [s] 4:00 Great Barrier Reef: 5:00 Small Business Secrets 6:20 Compass (PG) [s] 4:00 Better Homes And Gardens [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] A Living Treasure: Coral Island (PG) [s] 5:35 The Secret History Of World War II: The Blitz 6:50 Bluey: Easter [s] 5:00 Seven News At 5 [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 5:00 NINE News: First At Five [s] (PG) 7:00 ABC News Sunday [s] 5:30 Border Security - Australia’s Front Line (PG) [s] 6:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] 5:30 Territory Cops (PG) [s] 6:30 SBS World News 7:40 Grand Designs New Zealand: Tearooms 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:30 The Graham Norton Show (M l,s) [s] – Join the 6:00 NINE News Sunday [s] 7:30 Titanic: Into The Heart Of The Wreck (PG) Penthouse [s] – Auckland couple Bridget and Steve 7:00 Border Security - Australia’s Front Line (PG) [s] hilarious and cheeky Graham Norton as he chats with 7:00 Program To Be Advised 9:00 Coronavirus Special: What We Know Now (PG) – Varney take on the daunting challenge of converting 7:30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: Liam Neeson, Micheal Richardson, Rob Brydon, Tahar 8:40 60 Minutes (PG) [s] Chris Van Tulleken is joined by his brother Xand and Farmer’s grand tearooms built in 1930 into a New York The Kimberley Killer (M v) [s] – A German tourist Rahim, Cush Jumbo, Deborah Meaden and Laura 9:40 NINE News Late [s] Dr Guddi Singh to take us through the latest style loft apartment. randomly shoots dead five people in a series of Mvula. 10:10 Australian Crime Stories: Bodies Of Evidence (M) developments and answer current concerns. Though 8:30 Harrow: Quam Innocentum Damnari (M v) [s] – mysterious attacks across the Top End of the Northern 8:30 Movie: “The Wolf Of Wall Street” (MA15+) (’13) – [s] – He was South Australia’s top forensic pathologist the effect of the coronavirus pandemic has been While Harrow investigates a baffling crime involving Territory. Introduced to life in the fast lane through stockbroking, for 27 years, but Dr Colin Manock didn’t always get it devastating to many, the team reveal the siblings, James brings danger closer to his half-sister 8:35 Movie: “The Holiday” (PG) (’06) – Two women Jordan Belfort takes a hit after a Wall Street crash. He right. From questionable methodology to performing a breakthroughs in genetics, medicine and modelling Fern than ever before - and pays a high price. troubled with guy problems swap homes in each teams up with Donnie Azoff, cheating his way to the public autopsy, ACS reveals the high-level cover-ups, that have provided a way out of this situation. 9:20 Silent Witness: Hope (Part 2) (M v) [s] other’s countries, where they each meet a local guy top as his relationships slide. Stars: Jordan Belfort, that a state government would like buried, along with 10:00 Petra: Secrets Of The Ancient Builders 10:25 Patrick Melrose - At Last (MA15+) [s] and fall in love. Stars: Jude Law, Cameron Diaz, Kate Jonah Hill, Margot Robbie, Matthew McConaughey, the bodies. 11:00 24 Hours In Police Custody: 11:25 Keeping Faith (M l) [s] Winslet, Eli Wallach, Jack Black, Rufus Sewell, Kyle Chandler, Rob Reiner, Jon Bernthal, Jon Favreau 11:20 Manson: The Lost Tapes: Part 1 (MA15+) [s] The Golden Bracelet (M l) 12:25 Wentworth: Scars (MA15+) [s] Edward Burns, John Krasinski, Emma Pritchard 12:00 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] 12:15 Young, Dumb And Banged Up In The Sun 11:35 Michael Mosley - Into The Mind: 1:20 rage (MA15+) 11:20 Autopsy USA: David Bowie (M d) [s] 1:00 Home Shopping (MA15+) [s] Emotions/ Mind Control/ Broken Brains (PG) 4:05 Wentworth: Scars (MA15+) [s] 12:30 Home Shopping 4:30 CBS This Morning [s] 1:05 Destination WA [s] 2:50 Toxic Town: The Corby Poisoning (PG) ABC TV PLUS (CH22) 7TWO (CH72) GO! (CH88) BOLD (CH1) SBS VICELAND (CH32)

5:00 Children’s Programs 1:00 Guess How Much I Love 6:00 Home Shopping 10:00 House Of Wellness (PG) 6:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Lego Friends: Girls On A 6:00 Home Shopping 7:30 Religious Programs 8:00 Bondi 5:00 Korean News 5:30 Indonesian News 6:10 Hong You 1:35 Andy’s Wild Workouts 2:05 Bob The Builder 2:30 11:00 NBC Today 12:00 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Mission 11:30 Lego Jurassic World - Legend Of Isla Rescue (PG) 8:30 Star Trek: Voyager: Ashes To Ashes/ Kong News 6:30 Worldwatch News 9:30 Basketball: SBS Wallykazam! 3:00 Curious George 3:30 Play School 4:00 Escapes: Pacific Panorama (PG) – The beautiful blue Nublar (PG) 12:00 Bakugan: Geogan Rising (PG) 12:30 Child’s Play (PG) 10:30 Escape Fishing With ET 11:00 Courtside 10:00 Basketball: NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers v Bananas In Pyjamas 4:10 Ready, Steady, Wiggle! 4:35 expanse we call the Pacific Ocean has some of the Beyblade Burst Rise 1:00 Power Rangers Dino Charge Scorpion (PG) 1:00 The Doctors (PG) 2:00 Australia By Miami Heat *Live* 12:30 DNA Nation (PG) 1:30 New Girl: Thomas And Friends 4:55 Olobob Top 5:25 Fireman Sam world’s most pristine and untouched holiday destinations. 1:30 Clarence (PG) 1:40 My Little Pony 3:10 Dance Moms Design (PG) 2:30 Buy To Build 3:00 Fishing Edge 4:00 About Three Years Later/ Tuesday Meeting (PG) 2:30 6:10 Brave Bunnies 6:30 Kiri And Lou 7:00 Catie’s 1:00 The Great Australian Doorstep (PG) 1:30 The Zoo (PG) 5:10 Movie: “Charlie And The Chocolate Factory” Fishing Australia 5:00 I Fish 5:30 Bondi Rescue (PG) 6:00 ABC America: World News Tonight 3:00 TBA 5:00 TBA Amazing Machines 7:30 Spicks And Specks (PG) 8:00 2:30 The Yorkshire Vet (PG) 4:30 Escape To The (PG) (’05) Stars: Johnny Depp 7:30 Movie: “King Kong” JAG (PG) 7:00 Bondi Rescue (PG) 7:30 NCIS (M v) 9:25 7:00 Monty Python’s Flying Circus (PG) 7:35 Abandoned Compass (PG) 8:30 Louis Theroux: Extreme Love - Autism Country: Hampshire/ Pembrokeshire/ New Forest/ North (M v) (’05) Stars: Naomi Watts 11:10 Police Ten 7 (M l) NCIS: Los Angeles (M v) 10:20 48 Hours (M) 11:20 Hawaii Engineering (PG) 8:30 Planet Expedition: Mexico Maya (M) 9:30 Pilgrimage: The Road To Rome (PG) 10:30 The Yorkshire 8:30 The Replacement (M l) 9:45 The 12:10 Love Island (MA15+) 1:10 Dance Moms (PG) 2:50 Five-O (M v) 12:15 NCIS: New Orleans (M) 1:10 Underworld (PG) 9:30 Cycling: Tour Of Flanders *Live* Great Australian Bee Challenge 11:30 Stackorama! 12:25 Pembrokeshire Murders (M v,l) 10:45 Caught On Clarence (PG) 3:00 Power Rangers Dino Charge 3:30 Elementary (M v) 2:05 Mighty Machines (PG) 2:30 MotoGP 2:30 France 24 News In English From Paris 3:00 Thai You Can’t Ask That (M l,s) 1:00 Restoration Australia (PG) Dashcam (PG) 11:45 Property Ladder UK (PG) 1:00 The Thunderbirds 4:30 Pokemon The Series: Sun & Moon - 2021: Race 2 Doha Grand Prix *Live* 4:15 The Doctors News 3:35 Bangla News 4:00 Punjabi News 4:30 Sri 1:55 Gruen XL (PG) 2:40 ABC News Update Fine Art Auction (PG) 4:00 Harry’s Practice Ultra Adventures (PG) Lankan Sinhalese News ABC ME (CH23) 7MATE (CH73) GEM (CH80) PEACH (CH11) ABC24 (CH24)

5:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Find Me In Paris 11:25 7:30 Home Shopping 9:00 International Fishing Series 6:00 Home Shopping 6:30 Religious Programs 9:00 Home 6:00 Cheers (PG) 7:00 Sabrina The Teenage Witch (PG) 11:00 ABC News 11:30 The Breakfast Couch 12:00 ABC Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch 11:50 Operation Ouch! 10:00 TCR: Round 3 - Bathurst *Live* 5:30 Counting Cars Shopping 10:00 My Favourite Martian: Martin Meets His 9:00 The Neighbourhood (PG) 10:00 Neighbours (PG) News 12:30 7.30: The Interviews 1:00 ABC News 1:30 12:20 Gym Stars 12:40 Deadly Pole To Pole 1:10 The (PG) 6:30 Border Patrol: Wanted Fijian (PG) 7:00 Pawn Match 10:30 Alfred Hitchcock Presents: The Case Of Mr. 12:00 Sabrina The Teenage Witch (PG) 1:00 The Big The Mix 2:00 ABC News 2:30 Australian Story 3:00 ABC Dengineers 2:05 Danger Mouse 2:40 Prank You Very Stars: Here’s Looking At You, Pawn! (PG) 7:30 Border Pelham (PG) 11:00 The Baron: You Can’t Win Them All Bang Theory (PG) 2:00 TBA 3:00 Friends (PG) 6:00 The News 3:30 ABC News Regional 4:00 Landline 4:30 ABC Much 3:05 Top Chef Jr 3:50 What’s For Dinner? 4:25 Security - Australia’s Front Line (PG) 8:30 Movie: “Pale (PG) 12:00 The Garden Gurus 12:30 Getaway (PG) 1:00 Big Bang Theory: The Relationship Diremption/ The News 5:00 ABC News 5:30 The World This Week 6:00 Good Game Spawn Point 4:55 Hank Zipzer 5:20 Rider” (M v) (’85) Stars: Clint Eastwood 11:00 Tattoo Sunday Footy Show (PG) 3:00 NRL: Newcastle Knights v Anything Can Happen Recurrence/ The Proton Transmo- ABC Evening News 6:30 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One Miraculous World 6:30 Wallace And Gromit: The Wrong Nightmares (M s) 12:00 Blokesworld (M) 12:30 Round Oz St George Illawarra Dragons *Live* 6:00 TBA 7:00 Movie: griﬁcation/ The Gorilla Dissolution/ The Status Quo 7:00 ABC News Sunday 7:40 Drum Beat 8:00 To The Trousers 7:00 The Adventures Of Jurassic Pet 8:25 Ride: Where Is Uluru?/ Ride: Darwin, Broome And Minilya/ “The Ten Commandments” (G) (’56) Stars: Charlton Combustion (PG) 9:00 Friends: The One With The Vows/ Stars: 100 Years Of The RAAF 9:00 ABC Nightly News Wishfart!: Knit Harder 8:50 Moka’s Fabulous Adventures! Nullarbor, Great Ocean Road And Home/ Kog & James At Heston, Yul Brynner, Anne Baxter 11:30 The Avengers: The One With Chandler’s Dad/ The One With Monica & 9:30 Australian Story 10:00 ABC News Weekend 10:30 9:05 All Hail King Julien: The Day Before Tomorrow (PG) Cannes France (M) 2:30 Doomsday Preppers (PG) 3:30 Dead Man’s Treasure (M) 12:30 My Favourite Martian: Chandler’s Wedding (Part 1 And 2) (PG) 11:00 2 Broke 7.30: The Interviews 11:00 ABC Late News 11:30 Foreign 9:25 Sword Art Online: General Of The Blazing Flame Counting Cars (PG) 4:00 Alaska’s Ultimate Bush Pilots Martin Meets His Match 1:00 Home Shopping 4:30 Girls (M s) 12:20 Home Shopping 1:30 Posh Frock Shop Correspondent 12:00 ABC Late News 12:15 ABC News (PG) 9:50 rage (PG) (PG) 5:00 So You Think You’d Survive? (PG) Religious Programs (M s) 2:30 Charmed (PG) Regional 12:45 Drum Beat PAGE 10 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021. • Eddy Van Der Laan and Kez Duncan, enjoying the relaxed atmosphere and good food at • Karen Goldsmith serves customer Chloe Jane at the fete night stall. Friday night’s fete. Friends Flock to St. Mary’s

Last Friday, St. Mary’s School held its Annual Fete. The weather smiled on patrons early, and the school and its surrounds were filled with stalls and activities for all ages. Market stalls filled the Many thanks must go to all oval, the waft of curry, hot the Fete helpers, and potatoes, roast rolls and the especially the Parents and Lions Club Barbeque filled Friends and the St. Mary’s the air. staff and students. The senior class activities of ping pong basketball, bottle • Right: Enjoying the toss, chocolate toss, “guess bouncy fete evening enter- the eggs in the jar”, and the tainment in the Gladiator Pit obstacle course surrounded are Ellie Burke and River the seating area. Stirling. Students planned, organised and set up their stalls, and were rewarded with many • Below right: Donald Lions visitors on the night. Congrat- at work: Cooking the barbe- ulations to Lithil, who cue on Friday evening were, guessed there were 229 Easter from left, Colleen Harmer, eggs in the jar. Graham Shilton, Mark Con- The evening was a great nell, Sue Morse, Trish Johns, success, with the grounds David James, Wally Golds- filled with visitors. bury and Allan Berg.

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One Hundred Years Ago From the “Birchip Advertiser”, March 23, 1921. Local and General 2nd April, when Mr. W. Sel- kicking the football. The Patrick’s Day, not on the At a general meeting of the wood and other gentlemen “ugly man” competition Wednesday, irrespective of Birchip branch of the will deliver addresses on the should be a great success. The the day on which St. Patrick’s R.S.S.I.L.A. held on Thurs- benefits of co-operation. See- following gentlemen have Day falls. This was advocated day, the following officers ing that the co-operative buy- been nominated:- Messrs. De- last year on the grounds that a were appointed:-President, ing is of such vital importance Boos, Ditterich, Glenny, and better attendance would re- Mr. J. B. O’Donnell; vice- to the primary producers a Jno Coffey. Everyone is urged sult; anticipations in this re- ACROSS DOWN presidents, Messrs. W. K. De- large attendance of farmers is to buy tickets at 3d each. 7. Fruitless (12) 1. Lewd (8) spect was not realized, as the 8. Save (6) 2. Unrestrained (4) Boos and A. Power; treasurer, earnestly requested. Every ticket is a vote. attendance was about the 9. Stand (6) 3. Immovable (7) Mr. W. J. Cox; secretary, Mr. * * same as in the past. 10. Reptile (7) 4. Sharp (5) E. S. Stevens; auditors, The grand bazaar in aid of St. Patrick’s Sports The many events on the 12. Nut (5) 5. Cruel (8) Messrs. DeBoos and Dit- 15. Commence (5) 6. Nothing (4) the Birchip Bowling Club will A SUCCESSFUL MEETING programme went off without 16. Agree (7) 11. Induce (8) terich. The appointment of of- be held in the Mechanics Hall On Thursday last the an- a hitch, with the exception of 18. Book (6) 13. State (8) ficers as reported in our last on Friday, and Saturday, 1st nual St. Patrick’s sports were the St. Patrick’s Day handi- 20. Chase (6) 14. Intricate (7) issue was not correct. and 2nd of April. There will held under favorable condi- cap. Unfortunately a false 22. Apathy (12) 17. Fissure (5) start was made in this race as 19. Catch (4) * be numerous and attractive tions. There was a fair atten- 21. Smell (4) A meeting of farmers is ad- stalls. And the following dance of the public from all all the competitors with one exception were well off their • Solution next issue. vertised to be held in the games: Dario, bagatelle, parts of the district. This year Birchip Olympia on Saturday, Sandown races, hoop-la, and the sports were held on St. marks before the gun went off. “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021 — PAGE 11 Grants to Support Dedicated Carers The State Government is ensuring Victorian carers have the supports they need to stay heathy as they care for some of our most vulnerable community members. The second round of the identified the importance of $572,000 Supporting Carers the role of carers and of in- Locally Grants Program is volving and supporting them. now open, increasing support Giving carers the support of carer health and wellbeing. they need is a key priority Grants of $20,000 to of the Labor Government $40,000 are available for local through the Victorian Carer community organisations to Strategy 2018-22 – the first increase opportunities for whole-of-government strategy carers to be physically and recognising carers. mentally healthy and boost social connectivity for carers The grants program is part with family, friends, other of a nearly $50 million carers and their local commu- Government investment for nity. extra respite, transport con- cessions and grants for local Across Victoria, more than carer groups. 736,000 carers give their time and effort to look after a “We’re making it easier for family member or friend who carers to access the services needs them. they need to look after them- Unpaid carers support selves and make sure they’re people with different care supported in their caring needs including people with role,” said Minister for Dis- chronic disease, mental ill- ability, Ageing and Carers, ness, people with a disability, Luke Donnellan. • Karen Sheridan receives an entry form from Donald’s Family Butcher’s Justin Trollop. older people with care needs, “We want carers in all and those receiving end-of- parts of Victoria to be happy life or palliative care. and healthy, with support in Hop Around Donald This Easter Royal Commission their community and the op- The recent Mental Health portunity to connect with oth- Royal Commission final re- ers – that’s why this funding It’s not just the Easter Bunny handing out special surprises this Easter, as the Donald Chamber of is so vital.” port identified the importance Commerce and Industry gets in on the act with its “Hop into Donald This Easter” shopping promotion. of supporting the mental Applications close on health of carers as a key Satur day, April 24. For more Four lucky people who support Donald businesses between Friday, March 26, and the draw time of 12 noon on Friday, focus. information visit vic.gov.au/ April 9, and whose entries are drawn out from all collected entries at 12 noon, will each win a $250 shopping reward. The final report of the dffh/supporting-carers- And all you need to do to be in the running to be one of the lucky winners is each time you shop at a Donald business, Royal Commission into Vic- locally-grants-program-2021- make sure you collect an orange entry ticket, fill in your contact details, and lodge it in one of the collection barrels, located at toria's Mental Health System 22-round-2. Johno’s Diner, Donald Newsagency, Weir’s IGA Supermarket, Mensland and Donald Hardware and Buloke Firearms. KEEP ABREAST WITH LOCAL NEWS!

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Est. 1875 SPORT BIRCHIP Final Events for Phone: 5492 2735 Fax: 5492 2863 Birchip Bowlers Email: birchipblc@ The past two weekends have seen the final club championship events bigpond.com for the 2020-’21 season played at Birchip Bowls Club. Est. 1875 $2 On Saturday, March 20, DONALD PRICE (inc. G.S.T.) eight pairs took to the green in Mark, with his final bowl Phone: 5497 1222 The Buloke Times f warm and sunny conditions narrowly missed removing ycheproo for the mixed pairs trophy. The executive members Email: and W Jennifer’s bowl, making look forward to seeing all atchem [email protected] Kevin and Jennifer the win- club members at these impor- ketimes.com t. Arnaud, W They were divided into ners for this year. admin@bulo Friday, April 2, 2021onald, S two sections, and played three tant functions. , Charlton, D games of 12 ends. Rinks • Right: Mix Published Tuesdays and Fridays Saturday, March 27, saw ed pairs PP331336/0000 1 the districts of Birchip As the weather warmed up the rinks competition take pions, Jennife cham- in the afternoon, one team un- Kevin Donnellor Blainey and place, with four teams of four n. For the Shire of Buloke, and fortunately had to retire, with competing. the remainder carrying on to • Below: Rinks c the end of the third game. left to hampions, A round robin of three right, Kev Waffle in Reid, games of twelve ends was Grogan, Jenn The winners of the sec- played, again in magnificent Blainey, Les Blair ifer CreativeYouth Group’s Message: . tions were Mark Bowen and bowls weather. Tash Hogan, and Kevin Don- nellon and Jennifer Blainey, “Let’s Go Lego”eek 2020. At the conclusion, one who both won two of their team had scored two wins and The Charltonouse, Youth was Group, successful through in receiving its auspice $2,000 body,B fundingenefits Charlton from three games. a draw to take out the cham- ier and Cabinet rsfor, a Youthnd W Neighbourhood H , her pee Natasha explained the pionship. the Department of Prem McGeown benefits the formation of this They then played a five many other young people, end play off to decide the eek was to be in d club has had. Congratulations to skipper Youth W particularly those id inen thetify 14-an “Lego Club has provided championship. Kevin Reid and his team of the first half of 2020,pacts, but due it age bracket, to 25 hat we saw as the a range of benefits for our Trevor “Waffle” Grogan, Jen- to Coronavirus im onth of address w students,” she said. This was a very close la- have the op- nifer Blainey and Les Blair on was postponed to a m top 5 challenges facing them “They now game with some excellent their win. ental health, social iso celebrating theNovem youthber of 15 Vic- to — m pacts, im- portunity to engage in a cre- bowling on display. toria from , education im tive activity which stimulates tion ily life and changes a Birchip’s bowls competi- December 15, 2020. pacts on fam their imagination and encour- After four ends the scores tions have now come to a The Charlton Youth House on their planned activities,” ages dialogue amongst students were 4 shots each. The last close for the 2020-’21 season, Group decided to launch a Neighbourhood ho may end produced the best of the said aylene Cossar. from a range of year levels. with the club holding its pre- creative club during lunchtimes president, K “Those students w shots, with the lead changing sentation night on April 9, at e had already funded at secondary level, which has “W any pro- not wish to engage in physi- several times until on the 6.30 p only had an opportunity as theto aking, .m., at the Le and co-ordinated m cal activity every lunch time second last bowl, Jennifer isure Centre. flourish this term as jects like kite m can now also enjoy quieter knocked Tash’s shot bowl out, This will be followed by school environment returned munica- Spoon-ville and Christm activities work,which com build on claiming the shot. the AGM on Monday, April to some normality. activities for the Playgroup, their team 12, in the clubhouse at 8 p.m.. The group acknowledged Kindergarten and both pri- tion, and social skills. as that transitioning to a social mary schools, and wanted “It is great to see them environment post Covid w this funding to focus on sec- problem solving and experi- Two Goes not going to be easy for ondary level. menting, all in a safe, stress many, and wanted to create “It was incredibly evident free environment. ent that would ing out of restric- e, it has lowered an environm that, com “For som Into One launch activities where youth orked anxiety and increased school ith tions, our social interactions could be creativeall groups. solo or Wcon- would alter, so we w attendance and participation. nect into sm with Dora and Charltonellbeing Col- co- The purchase of our Lego Unable to gather last year due to COVID re- a heavy emphasis on sport in lege Student W has made a significant differ- strictions, the Donald Cricket Club celebrated rural communities, they felt ordinator, Natasha Saunders, ence to the wellbeinge are incredi- of our • Joseph Monaghan being creative. two seasons’ play with a presentation of awards students, and w e could it was important to stress the to identify a longer-term soon Friday night. importance of diversity and lution for the financial e in-up bly thankful that w get this initiative off the explore creativity. vestment, and they cam President Clinton Leith Challenges ult reative Lego Club ground.” t this diffic with the C made special mention of “Throughou with Bowling Aggerate: David e worked concept.” sponsors of the club, and Letts, 27 wickets. period w those who took on roles to roup President Dora Captain’s award: Colby Youth G make the season run smoothly. Anderson. Highlights included the Best in Finals: Zac Leith. “B” grade premiership in “A” grade 2020/’21 2019/’20, and both sides con- Club Champion: Cooper tinuing to play finals in both Anderson, 282 points. seasons. Batting Average: Ross Trophies were presented as Funcke, 26.00. follows: Batting Aggerate: Cooper • “A” grade trophy winners,left to Anderson, 212 runs. “A” grade 2019/’20 right, Ross Funcke, Dion Hawkes, Cooper A Club Champion: Jake Bowling Average: Caeleb Leith, 340 points. Leith, 8.77. Bowling Aggerate: Reece nderson, Caeleb Leith Batting Average: Jake , Reece Murray. Leith, 39.29. Murray, 17 wickets. Batting Aggerate: Jake Captain’s award: Dion Hawkes. Leith, 275 runs. “B” grade 2020/’21 Bowling Average: Cooper Club Champion: Andrew Anderson, 10.37. Bayles, 412 points. Bowling Aggerate: Cooper Batting Average: Trent Anderson, 19 wickets. Grant, 46.75. Batting Aggerate: Andrew Captain’s award: Caeleb Leith. Bayles, 342 runs. “B” grade 2019/’20 Bowling Average: Trent Club C hampion: Bill S Grant, 10.50. 477 points. exton, Bowling Aggerate: David acticeBatting matches. Average: Bill Sex- Letts, 18 wickets. ton, 73.40. Captain’s Aw ard: Will N Batting Aggerate: Andrew Ball Trophy oble. Bayles, 393 runs. Reece Murray, 5-40 v. M Bowling Average: David Jeremy Pearce, 5-25 v. Jeffcott.arnoo. Letts, 9.04. Cooper Anderson, 5-28 v. PAGE 16 — “The Buloke Times”,Birchip. Friday, April 2, 2021 • “B” grade tr • Players, officials and supporters from the Donald and Swan Hill football clubs relax at the conclusion of last Saturday’s pr Andre ophy winners w Bayles, Zac Leith , left to right, Jeremy Among them, within the imposing edifice alongside the Borung Highway, are squash . Pearce, Bill Sex nasium – the building has ton, T rent Grant, Co and basketballnderson courts, Bluea kiosk Room catering and kitchen,for football providing and cricket for activities patrons, of dressing all kinds, rooms, including and lby Anderso the upstairs A n, David Letts , Will Noble, A Magnetany meeting places For have dwindled inSports recent Donald’s annual two-day EnthusiastsShow, on the second weekend of October. From humble beginnings – basically squash courts and a gym While gatherings at m grown in stagesanagem to suitent the com increasingmentittees grants. led needs. by Lions Prominent Club members,in the early organizing days of development local fundraising were posing (and expanding) sports centre overlooking composite m years, the im munity precinct within and applications for governm Donald’s Goff Letts Oval continues to attract attendances from far and wide. Though the facility hasain lately function been is referred to cater tofor as a Donald’swide range com of sporting pursuits. the recreation reserve, its m www.buloketimes.com Ph. 5497 1222 E. [email protected] facebook.com/BulokeTimes/

PAGE 12 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021. “Fit for Life” Program Completed As part of the Mallee Sports Assembly (MSA) - Loddon Mallee Region Move It Project – ‘Beyond the Front Step’, local older adults were previously surveyed to determine what they want to help them become more physically active. Strength/balance sessions Rhonda attended the final were one of the preferred ac- session and congratulated tivities for Donald. everyone for turning up and going “Beyond the Front Rhonda Allan, of the Step” of their home to im- Mallee Sports Assembly, with prove their health and well- great support from the Buloke being by enjoying and • Everyone enjoying the socialising at the end of the session with a cuppa and light refreshments (left to right) Gail Shire Council, is continuing participating in physical activ- Frankling, Mandy Wells (instructor), Owen Duncan, Peter Wyllie, Anne Whelan, Mary Archibald, Shirley Letts, Jenni to try to attract more people, ity. She thanked Mandy for Hogan, Jenny Goldsmith, Marj Goldsmith, Vicki South, Jill McEwen especially older adults (65 + facilitating such a fun and in- years, INCLUDING MEN) to spirational program. include regular physical activity into their lifestyles. Some Thoughts Rhonda also took the op- Rhonda liaised with local portunity to ask some of the Cert IV Fitness instructor participants what they thought Mandy Wells, of Donald, in of the program. Here are their working together to encour- quotes: age and provide increased opportunities for people 65+ • Owen Duncan: “ A great years. “Fit For Life” a reason to get out of bed.” strength and balance program was conducted over 6 weeks • Jenni Hogan: “ A great in the new, upgraded Donald opportunity for Mum Community Precinct. It was (Shirley) and me to catch up ideal for people of all ages, with ourselves and others.” especially older adults. • Vicki South: “It allows us Movements to keep on keeping on.” Mandy varied each session • Everyone is in full swing with instructor Mandy Wells at the “helm”. with different movements to • Jill McEwen: “ It was improve balance, mobility, ideal to catch up with other and Marj Goldsmith and her strength and core which is people I haven’t seen for daughter-in-law Jenny. very important, especially as ages.” As part of the “Beyond the we get older. This was always Front Step” program, the par- backed up with some great • Gail Frankling:”It was an ticipants 65+ years were enti- music, it was enough to get ideal activity for people of all tled to a subsidized rate and anyone off their chair and join abilities.” they completed a pre-and-post in. survey for this data research Overall, fourteen people • Marj Goldsmith: “Being project. participated, and the atten- the oldest (91 years) in the dances each week were excel- group, I love mixing with There are discussions for lent. Well done to everyone younger people.” another program to resume who came along and joined next term, so keep your eye in, making a difference to • Mandy Wells (Instruc- out for this. These opportu- their health and well-being. tor): “It has been a fantastic nities are not always available It was great to see a couple of way for me to meet new in our small, rural towns, so it men in in the group and it’s people and pass on my pas- is up to you; if you want some hoped more come along next sion for health and fitness.” variety in keeping fit and ac- time. The age range was 55- tive, come along. We are so 91 years you are never too old Everyone enjoyed a cuppa, lucky to have people like to exercise (if your body al- light refreshments and just a Mandy in our area who are lows it). The program is also great opportunity to catch up qualified to deliver great pro- reflective of the VicHealth with others. It was so pleasing grams to help people to im- “This Girl Can” initiative, but to see family combinations at- prove their biggest investment that certainly does not ex- tend such as Shirley Letts and in their life-their health and • Gail Frankling (front) moving well during the session (background-left to right) Mary clude men from attending. her daughter Jenni (Hogan), well-being. Archibald, Jill McEwen and Mandy Wells (instructor). Buloke Clubs’ Wimmera Sports Grants Easter Convention More grassroots sport clubs and organisations in Buloke Shire are set to bolster their coaching skills, administration expertise, or score new sports equipment, thanks to a Victorian Government All are welcome to the Wimmera Easter Convention. sports grant. This year, meetings will be held in a new venue – Wheat- lands District Church, 28 Bowman St, Warracknabeal. Labor Member for West- • Donald Golf and Bowls The Sporting Club Grants so grassroots clubs and organ- ern Victoria, Jaala Pulford, Club will use its $823.50 Program is part of the Victo- isations are encouraged to get • Mark Adams, main speaker – he has a background of this week announced the suc- grant to purchase cleaning rian Government’s commit- in quick. being from a Greek family, trained and practised as a lawyer, cessful applicants from the and sanitising products and ment to make sport more Since 2014, the Victorian Presbyterian minister, currently Bible College lecturer. latest round of the Victorian equipment to limit sharing. accessible and inclusive, stim- Government has provided Government’s Sporting Club ulate local economies, build more than 5150 sporting club • Steve Blyth, Youth Speaker – active in the university Grants Program. The grants provide clubs sustainable sport and recre- grants totalling more than $7 scene, encouraging students to see and understand the great- with up to $1,000 for new uni- ation and volunteer opportu- million to clubs across the ness of Jesus. • Charlton Football Club forms and equipment, up to nities and increase local state. received two grants. The first $5,000 for training coaches, participation as coronavirus Families are welcome with crèche for the pre-schoolers grant of $1,000 will enable officials and volunteers, up to restrictions are lifted. For more information on and day program for Primary age children at the junior the club to purchase uniforms $5,000 to improve club oper- the grants and how to apply camp. Meals available. for senior teams, and the ational effectiveness, and up The Sporting Club Grants go to http://www.sport.vic.gov. second grant of $2,000 will to $5,000 to help sports get program is accepting applica- augrants-and-funding/our- Check out www.wimmeraeasterconvention.org.au for de- assist the Club create a clean- back on their feet after the tions until March 18 or when grants/sporting-club-grants- tails. Enquiries: Hugh Keam, phone 0437016454. ing and sanitisation program. pandemic. the fund allocation runs out, program “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021 — PAGE 13 Level 1 Sports Trainers’ Course Fourteen people completed the Level 1 Sports trainers course that was conducted at Donald on Sunday, March 28, 2021. This is a great outcome, clubs/organisations in the and what a change, as people “bush” to miss out. These op- travelled from Melbourne, portunities are not always Bendigo and other regions to available, and this was evident participate in the course, in- by the travelling distances and stead of the usual other way commitment some partici- around. pants made to attend; one par- After a year off (no thanks ticipant travelled so far that he to COVID-19) it was an ideal came to Donald the night be- time to get organized to have fore. qualified sport trainers on the sidelines of your sport. Being Rhonda attended briefly on a sports trainer is a great skill Sunday, and thanked Ian to have, and something that Clough for facilitating the people can do to give back to course. the club as a valuable volun- Skills teer. Ian covered the following Ian Clough, from Horsham, skills: was the experienced facilitator • Sports Trainer in Action. employed by Sport Medicine • Basic Musculoskeletal Australia, and this course was Anatomy. organized by Rhonda Allan of • Preventing Sports In- • Level 1 Sports trainer facilitator Ian Clough from Horsham (second from left, front row), with the fourteen keen participants the Mallee Sports Assembly, juries. and a “No Body” at the front. Wycheproof. • Nutrition and Hydration Rhonda was thrilled with in Sport. the response for the course, as • Drugs in Sport. she didn’t want our sporting • Management of the In- jured Athlete. • Common Medical Condi- tions. • Concussion. • Sports Taping (ankle, thumb and finger). • Transporting the Injured Athlete. • Common Sporting Illness and Injuries. Congratulations to the following people who participated in the course: Erynne McKewen (Mel- bourne), Jennifer Bage (Long- wood FNC), Joshua Fowler (White Hills FNC), Kai Wang (Physio, Melbourne), Mikaela Down the Ervin (Marong FNC), Nadia Bish (Wycheproof-Narraport • Ian Clough (standing, right) during facilitation. Middle? Everything is in readi- FC), Oliver Chivers (White ness for the start of Hills FNC), Regan Brown Donald’s 2021 golf season. (Strathfieldsaye FNC), Many members, both male Richard Cockerell (Boort Ladies’ Bowls Invitation Day and female, have volunteered FNC), Sarah Stratford (Ser- their time to prepare the pentine FNC), Suzanne Donald Ladies’ Bowling Club Invitation Day was held Wednesday March 24 on an overcast day. Fawcett (Wycheproof-Narra- course for opening day which Fourteen teams played Noles and Pam Gould. Run- port FNHC), Thomas McKer- Bowlers were catered for up by president Beryl Milne. will be on Wednesday, April three games on a well-pre- ners-up were Donald Golf’s row (White Hills FNC), Tom with morning tea, lunch and The drawing of raffles 7, for the ladies and Saturday, pared green. The winners with team of Pam Rollinson, Sue Jakab (St. Bernards FC, Es- afternoon tea, followed by a finished off the day, with nov- April 10, and Sunday, April 82 points were a team from Donnellon and Beris Jones sendon), Oliver Matterson presentation of prizes to elty prizes given to many win- 11, for the men. Boort; Gill Tweddle, Tanya with 77 points. happy winners, and runners- ners as well. Dad’s Army will start un- (Physio, Melbourne). officially on April 8, two days Important Role prior to the men’s official The sports trainers play an opening. important role in ensuring the Ladies’ opening day will safety of participants at sport- be 12 holes Ambrose, starting ing clubs. Being a Level 1 with a 9.30 assembly for 10 Sports trainer also provides an a.m. hit-off. And could all opportunity to follow a path- ladies bring a plate, please? way to advanced skills as a Monday golf will com- Level 2 Sports trainer, and to mence on April 12. Assemble qualify to become a Sports at 9.45, for a 10 a.m. hit-off. Medicine Australia Sports All past, present and new Trainer Member. members are most welcome These people will be now on any day. The club also recognized as an industry ac- hopes to have a competition credited sports trainer, pro- for working ladies on a Sun- viding skills on how to prevent day, so watch this space. and manage injuries on and off The grounds committee the sporting field. Industry ac- has been busy replacing all creditation from this course is the sand on the scrapes and the standard requirement to re-seeding the bare patches on work as a sports trainer in the fairways. many of the country’s sporting Thanks to some very gen- codes. erous donors, the club has had On behalf of the Mallee the fairways spread with gyp- Sports Assembly and Sports sum. Thank you to Nick Medicine Australia, Rhonda Pearse for the spreading, Rob thanks Kath Campbell for her and Paul Lester from Alba- assistance, and also the cutya Gypsum for the gyp- Donald Community Precinct sum, and Adam Campbell for for the use of its wonderful the cartage. new upgraded venue — very • Ladies’ Invitation Day winners, Boort’s Gill Tweddle (second from left), Tania Noles and Pam Gould, accept their prizes Good hitting everyone! much appreciated. from Donald Bowling Club president, Beryl Milne. PAGE 14 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021. Two Seasons’ Presentations Birchip Cricket Club concludedits season on Friday, March 26, and held its presentation night. Presentations commenced • John and Cormac Wilson “A” grade Bowling Aggre- after a lovely barbecue meal for their time and materials in gate: Jonty Randall 24 wkts @ was provided. President Brad helping with the shed building. 23.33. Ryan first thanked many people • Sam Noonan, secretary, for “A” grade champion for the behind the scene acts his precision with the paper- player: Riley Doran 726 pts. that were performed to enable work for COVID-19, he ticked “B” grade batting aggre- the club to succeed. every box to allow cricket train- gate: James Paley 187 runs @ ing protocols to occur from sig- 26.71. His thanks were directed to: nage, QR codes and hand “B” grade bowling aggregate: sanitisers. James Paley 11 wkts @ 34.82. • 2019-’20 award winners: From left, Lachy Randall (on behalf of Jonty), James Paley, • Peter and Brenda Doran “And the important Con- “B” grade champion Riley Doran. for hosting the presentation at nely, my wife, for all she does player: James Paley 367 pts their house and the work they that I forget to do, helping with Outstanding Achievement: put in at short notice. all the fine details,” Brad con- Jonty Randall 5/32 v. Wyche- • Gary Living for the hard- cluded, thanking all for their proof-Narraport round 3. work he performs in the prepa- contribution these past two sea- ration of getting the pitch each sons. 2020-’21 Season Results week to a great standard within Achievements “A” grade batting aggre- our Association. Birchip Cricket Club has gate: Riley Doran 363 runs @ • Andrew Sayle, his tremen- seen some great achievements 60.5 dous work with the juniors over that will benefit the club, with “A” grade bowling aggre- many years, which now has the resurfacing of the George gate: Connor McCredden 13 come to fruition with those Cartwright Oval and the level- wkts @ 18.46. players now in the senior ling of the pitch. While that “A” grade champion teams. Also all the small things was being undertaken, the player: Riley Doran 478 pts. that need to be completed for a sowing of the school oval in “B” grade batting aggre- game of cricket; marking lines, 2019 enabled cricket to still be gate: James Paley 300 runs @ toilets, rolling pitch. His help played. The relocating of the 37.5. with League matters, resurfac- cricket nets and construction “B” grade bowling aggregate: ing the pitch in 2020 and the of the new shed is improving James Paley 21 wkts @ 11. grant for the shed has been the club for the future. Finally “B” grade champion player: greatly appreciated. winning the 5 a-side cricket James Paley 620 pts. • 2020-’21 award winners: From left, Connor McCredden, James Paley, Riley Doran. • Jo Thompson, Nutrien Ag competition at Nullawil, nar- Solutions, who submitted a rowly was a highlight. grant of $2500 on our behalf Awards for batting and Easter Weekend Message to Motorists: and was successful, thank you. bowling aggregate as well as • Daryl Cooper, for his ded- champion player were pre- ication in making sure that the sented for both “A” and “B” Drive Safe, or be Caught cricket net area is mowed ready grade for season 2019-’20 and The message to motorists this Easter long weekend is clear – drive safely, plan ahead and take regular breaks. for training and his assistance 2020-’21. with constructing of the cricket Acting Minister for Police hot spots, regional highways road crash rescues every year Every year, Victoria Police shed. It was a very successful and Emergency Services, and popular city roads. and the Driver Reviver Pro- conducts up to four million al- • KC and John Wagner for season for James Paley who Danny Pearson today joined Driver Reviver gram is designed to provide cohol screening tests state wide, their expertise in cooking the clean swept all awards for “B” Road Safety Minister Ben Car- In Victoria, most sites are motorists a safe place to stop with 1.1 million of these tests Thursday night barbecues. grade for both seasons. Riley roll, Victoria Police and the operated by SES volunteers and and refresh. conducted through booze and drug buses. A recent Andrews • Captains Riley Doran and Doran received the batting ag- Victorian State Emergency Ser- /or Lions Club members, who Key Driver Reviver sites gregate and “A” grade cham- vices (VICSES) to remind mo- give up their time on holiday Labor Government investment James Falvey for “A” grade with SES volunteers on hand of $6.6 million is ensuring Vic- and James Paley for “B” grade, pion for both seasons. Jonty torists to drive safe this Easter. weekends to operate the sites. include the: Locally, Driver Reviver sites toria Police can once again de- who have guided their teams Randall took out “A” grade Victoria Police will be out in • Western Highway at Bun- force targeting speeding, drug will be situated at Donald, St. liver 150,000 drug driving tests each week throughout the sea- bowling aggregate in 2019- galally near Horsham again in 2020-’21. ’20 and presented with out- and drink driving, fatigue and Arnaud and Wedderburn. • Calder Highway at son. • As advertised in Tuesday’s standing achievement 5-32 v. irresponsible behaviour such as Marong. • Connor McCredden and mobile phone use, as part of the “Times”, Donald Lions Club The TAC road safety cam- Responsibility Jonty Randall who have con- Wycheproof round 3 in 2019- members will be on duty at the “Drivers and other road ’20. Connor McCredden re- annual five-day road safety paign, “the lucky ones get ducted junior training, helping Old Police Camp, in Woods caught”, will also run over the users all have a responsibility to ceived bowling aggregate for campaign Operation Nexus. the up and coming players. Local police officers will be Street, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekend, highlighting the help reduce the number of lives season 2020-’21. • Amanda Reid for her trea- supported by specialist re- and again on Monday, from 10 reality of dangerous driving, lost on our roads. Those dis- a.m. until 6 p.m..SES volun- surer duties as well as helping 2019-20 Season Results sources including highway and encouraging people to re- tracted, impaired or driving with the Reunion, Thursday “A” grade batting aggre- teers will be on hand at more flect on their own driving be- dangerously will be caught and patrol, heavy vehicle units, than 25 Driver Reviver loca- night drinks and organising gate: Riley Doran 456 runs @ solo-unit motorcycles and the haviour and consider the impact will face the consequences,” 38. tions around the state offering to themselves and others. said Mr Pearson. trophies. operations response unit. free tea, coffee and biscuits in Booze and drug buses will Already this year, 61 people “One death on our roads is addition to TAC Pause Stops in have been killed on Victorian be deployed across both one too many. While road prominent locations across roads and police will not hesi- metropolitan and regional Vic- regional Victoria. tate to issue penalties to mo- trauma is avoidable, it can hap- toria throughout the Easter long SES volunteers in Victoria torists putting themselves and pen to anyone—don’t think it weekend – targeting holiday respond to an average 1,300 others in danger. will never happen to you.”

(By “Ivor Hooke”) Footpath Upgrade Continues For all you golf fanatics, golf season is upon Work on revitalizing the footpath and kerb in Cumming Avenue is continuing, with most of the us again. major works happing on the eastern side, with new paths and islands cemented on Wednesday. First, welcome to our new of work preparing the course. However, over the next Street. The drainage will then affected at the moment, but Community members are president, Richard Gallagher; The first men’s day com - two weeks the concrete kerb be upgraded in the same pro- car parking will be. Millers becoming a little impatient captain, Peter Kelly; ongoing petition will begin on Satur- and approximately one metre gression which is likely to construction company is with the inconveniences of secretary, Jenni Campbell; day, April 10, and we can of footpath on the Western take around six weeks. keeping the businesses in the restoration work, but it is and new faces on the general have Dad’s Army on Thurs- side of Cumming Avenue will Cumming Avenue informed important to remember that and grounds committees. day, April 8, 1 p.m. start, for be removed. The works will Direct access into the of the progress as the critical Wonderful things have the 12 hole event. start from the Campbell Street shops in the main section of dates pertaining to its busi- the end result will outweigh been happening lately. A lot of I believe the ladies are end and work towards Queen Cumming Avenue will not be ness become known. the current inconvenience. bare patches on the course starting on Wednesday, April have been broken up and seed 7. planted. If you are contemplating New sand has been placed taking up golf, or have not on the putting areas, along played for a long time, our with a new mixture of oil that, Thursday twelve-hole event it is hoped, will not be as would be a good way to ease black and dirty. into the game. Also new lightweight scrapers Also, the ladies have a nine are on the way, so you can see hole game on Mondays. there is a renewed vibrancy to An item of interest: Our our club. club has been granted reciprocal Many thanks to all those rights with the Stawell Golf dedicated members, ladies Club and Nhill Golf Club. and men, who have done a lot Good hitting! • Streetscape work rolls on in Cumming Avenue. “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021 — PAGE 15 The Buloke Times SPORTSPORT Est. 1875 Final Events for Birchip Bowlers The past two weekends have seen the final club championship events for the 2020-’21 season played at Birchip Bowls Club. On Saturday, March 20, Mark, with his final bowl The executive members eight pairs took to the green in narrowly missed removing look forward to seeing all warm and sunny conditions Jennifer’s bowl, making club members at these impor- for the mixed pairs trophy. Kevin and Jennifer the win- tant functions. ners for this year. They were divided into • Right: Mixed pairs cham- two sections, and played three Rinks pions, Jennifer Blainey and games of 12 ends. Saturday, March 27, saw Kevin Donnellon. the rinks competition take As the weather warmed up place, with four teams of four • Below: Rinks champions, in the afternoon, one team un- competing. left to right, Kevin Reid, fortunately had to retire, with Waffle Grogan, Jennifer the remainder carrying on to A round robin of three Blainey, Les Blair. the end of the third game. games of twelve ends was played, again in magnificent The winners of the sec- bowls weather. tions were Mark Bowen and Tash Hogan, and Kevin Don- At the conclusion, one nellon and Jennifer Blainey, team had scored two wins and who both won two of their a draw to take out the cham- three games. pionship.

They then played a five Congratulations to skipper end play off to decide the Kevin Reid and his team of championship. Trevor “Waffle” Grogan, Jen- nifer Blainey and Les Blair on This was a very close their win. game with some excellent bowling on display. Birchip’s bowls competitions have now come to a After four ends the scores close for the 2020-’21 season, were 4 shots each. The last with the club holding its pre- end produced the best of the sentation night on April 9, at shots, with the lead changing 6.30 p.m., at the Leisure Centre. several times until on the second last bowl, Jennifer This will be followed by knocked Tash’s shot bowl out, the AGM on Monday, April claiming the shot. 12, in the clubhouse at 8 p.m..

Two Goes Into One

Unable to gather last year due to COVID restrictions, the Donald Cricket Club celebrated two seasons’ play with a presentation of awards on Friday night. President Clinton Leith Bowling Aggerate: David made special mention of Letts, 27 wickets. sponsors of the club, and Captain’s award: Colby those who took on roles to Anderson. make the season run smoothly. Best in Finals: Zac Leith. Highlights included the “A” grade 2020/’21 “B” grade premiership in Club Champion: Cooper 2019/’20, and both sides con- Anderson, 282 points. tinuing to play finals in both Batting Average: Ross seasons. Funcke, 26.00. • “A” grade trophy winners,left to right, Ross Funcke, Dion Hawkes, Cooper Anderson, Caeleb Leith, Reece Murray. Trophies were presented as Batting Aggerate: Cooper follows: Anderson, 212 runs. Bowling Average: Caeleb “A” grade 2019/’20 Leith, 8.77. Club Champion: Jake Bowling Aggerate: Reece Leith, 340 points. Murray, 17 wickets. Batting Average: Jake Captain’s award: Dion Hawkes. Leith, 39.29. “B” grade 2020/’21 Batting Aggerate: Jake Club Champion: Andrew Leith, 275 runs. Bayles, 412 points. Bowling Average: Cooper Batting Average: Trent Anderson, 10.37. Grant, 46.75. Bowling Aggerate: Cooper Batting Aggerate: Andrew Anderson, 19 wickets. Bayles, 342 runs. Captain’s award: Caeleb Leith. Bowling Average: Trent “B” grade 2019/’20 Grant, 10.50. Club Champion: Bill Sexton, Bowling Aggerate: David 477 points. Letts, 18 wickets. Batting Average: Bill Sex- Captain’s Award: Will Noble. ton, 73.40. Ball Trophy Batting Aggerate: Andrew Reece Murray, 5-40 v. Marnoo. Bayles, 393 runs. Jeremy Pearce, 5-25 v. Jeffcott. Bowling Average: David Cooper Anderson, 5-28 v. • “B” grade trophy winners, left to right, Jeremy Pearce, Bill Sexton, Trent Grant, Colby Anderson, David Letts, Will Noble, Letts, 9.04. Birchip. Andrew Bayles, Zac Leith. PAGE 16 — “The Buloke Times”, Friday, April 2, 2021