SouthCoastTaxiPHILLIP ISLAND & SAN REMO DVERTISESouthCoastTaxi AYour Community Voice! THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2020 R $1.40 Incl. GST Caravan park plans raise resident ire Cowes west residents have blasted a pro- posed $900,000 upgrade to a Cowes caravan park, saying it “adds insult to injury”. For several years surrounding residents have been promised an upgrade by managers of the Cowes Foreshore Tourist Park, which is on Crown land at 164 Church Street, with Bass Coast Shire as the landlords. The upgrade was set to alleviate an over- fl ow of parking problems, mostly in summer, where surrounding streets are log-jammed with visitor cars. The upgrade was also hoped to address con- cerns about noise, as well as encroachment on foreshore vegetation, with residents concerned “trees have strangely disappeared over a num- ber of years” and “foreshore has been claimed and developed by stealth”. However, the park tenants have lodged the much-anticipated planning permit for the site, adding 12 new ensuites, eight new studio units, four glamping buildings directly on the beach, but just 17 new car parks. There will also be a new swimming pool, jumping pillow, pool shed and fencing, which will all require the removal of 20 trees, includ- ing several signifi cant, healthy natives. Under a lease agreement signed in 2018, the former caravan park leasees , (who took over tenancy of the Church Street property in 1995) requested their lease be transferred to Across Australia Parks and Resorts, with no public tender process. They had secured a new 21-year lease in July 2015 with an initial annual rent of $255,000. According to the shire, the lease did not go out to tender because no submissions were re- ceived after the lease was publicly advertised in 2015. The lease requires the shire to pay to the ten- ant an annual works contribution to the value of 20 per cent of annual rent. Of this contribu- Queen’s tion 10 per cent can be used for maintenance and the remaining amount for capital works. “Insult” Resident Rhonda Barnett said given the ex- pansion of facilities in the upgrade, the num- ber of allocated car parks was a “joke”. “It now has more than 220 sites and the park- ing was already insuffi cient, with visitors al- honour ways bringing extra cars and friends’ cars. But this adds insult to injury,” said Rhonda, who will be lodging an objection to the plans. “I believe there’s now no parking for staff, I can’t see any disabled car parks, nor any for boats or jetskis. “I’m disappointed in this plan because it con- tinues to disrespect residents.” Nine objections have already been lodged for Kay! with the shire, highlighting concerns about insuffi cient parking, with one objector de- scribing each summer as “a nightmare for sur- rounding properties”. Along with other residents, the Barnett’s driveway is often blocked throughout the peak Surf Beach resident and former state politician Kay Setches was among the 933 Australians recognised in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours. summer season by visitor cars and she ques- Ms Setches received an Order of Australia medal for signifi cant service to the people and Parliament of Victoria and to women in politics tioned whether the allocated 17 car park spac- (see story on page 8). es would even fi t that number of cars. Continued page 3

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ISLAND Cloudy Partly cloudy Shower or two Showers easing Shower or two Partly cloudy Partly cloudy 7 DAY WEATHER FORECAST 8° 13° 8° 15° 8° 17° 10° 15° 10° 15° 10° 14° 10° 14° LK00146 An extra special thank you There was a special surprise in store for the First up, she created a Facebook page and staff at Cowes Primary School last week. asked parents to film their children saying The school community came together to cre- thank you to staff. ate a unique thank you, acknowledging the “I also said I was going to create a group gift time, effort and dedication the teachers and for the teachers and people could contribute if support staff had put into remote learning. they wanted to,” she explained. As well as a print by Inverloch artist Fiona Lorey was overwhelmed by the response – Kennedy, parents presented teachers with “people were so generous” – over $1700 was a special video from the children and a gift raised and more than 120 video clips were made. voucher so they could treat themselves. The clips were compiled into a 13-minute Local mum Lorey Sheers was the brains be- long thank-you, while Lorey used Facebook hind the operation, rallying parents to get in- polls to decide on the best thank you present. volved, make videos of their kids and donating The top results were a Fiona Kennedy print for a gift. and a gift voucher so the entire team could She said she wanted to make sure the staff were treat themselves to a lunch or dinner. recognised for their efforts during online learning “Our only condition was the money had to be and realised how much they were appreciated. spent on them,” Lorey said. “They did a tremendous job ensuring stu- Principal Rod McKenzie said the staff were dent welfare was top priority and really caring overwhelmed with the gesture. about the students and families all while they “The staff absolutely loved the video and it lived through it too,” she explained. was great to see so many families involved. We will use the funds for a staff celebration which will take place once restrictions ease so we Bass Coast COVID-19 update* can all be together,” he said. “The lovely print will be framed and placed in the staffroom as reminder of our wonderful 4 school community.” Local residents For the teachers, the extra recognition was 2078 tested positive heart-warming, thoughtful and unexpected. “It brought a tear to my eye,” admitted teach- Lorey Sheers presenting the Fiona Kennedy print to Principal Rod McKenzie and Assistant Princi- tests done locally er Kylie Carlson. pal Sarah Tyrell, part of a thank you to staff at Cowes Primary School from the school community. 4 “I thought it was really special. It is not often Non-residents we get such lovely recognition for the work welfare, that we were all okay. That made a dif- other parents. tested positive that we do!” ference – because a lot of people did struggle. “Lorey did an amazing job gathering all the Fellow teacher Bree Rutherford said it was “I’m amazed they pulled remote learning to- videos and donations from parents. This was her *From BCH Assessment clinics only. nice to be recognised, “but the real heroes gether in such a short time,” she continued. initiative and she drove the whole campaign. were the kids”, while Chris Andrews said the “It’s not part of their degree. They all had to “School Council would like to acknowledge “incredibly thoughtful gesture” helped him re- learn as they went and they did it so well.” the amazing efforts of students, parents and alise how much their hard work was valued. The school community might have been teachers over this unique period. The teach- scattered during the Coronavirus shutdown, ers and staff at Cowes Primary have managed True community spirit but Lorey feels now it’s stronger than ever. to keep the kids engaged and created some- During online learning, despite being physi- And the response to her thank you effort is thing special with the Friday videos being a cally separated, the school community had to testament to that. highlight. pull together. “I realised how strong our school commu- “We are very lucky to have such an amazing “We were all in it together. It was hard on nity was. Instantly I had people wanting to be school within our community,” he said. students, parents and teachers,” Lorey said. a part of it.” Teacher Jess Carroll agreed: “It was a great “I never once felt that I should be doing more School Council President, Brendan Cash- reflection on how our school community has as a parent. Staff were always checking on our man applauded the efforts of Lorey and the strengthened during remote learning.”

PHILLIP ISLAND & SAN REMO ADVERTISER Police report a quiet weekend The long weekend got off to a slow start with CONTACT US: traffic on Phillip Island Road banked up to Sil- verwater Resort on Friday afternoon, after a Classifi eds: [email protected] two-vehicle collision at Surf Beach. Editorial: [email protected] A car and truck collided near Pine Avenue at Surf Beach. Police said no one was seriously in- Advertising: [email protected] jured, however traffic was diverted for several Sport: [email protected] hours while ambulance and emergency ser- vices attended and cleared the scene, causing Suite 2, 60 Chapel Street, Cowes, 3922. delays for motorists coming onto the island. Senior Sergeant Andrew O’Brien said while Phone (03) 5952 3201 there were large numbers of visitors across the Fax (03) 5952 3024 weekend, there were no major incidents and people were “very well behaved”. Drink driving offences up State highway patrol units were active in Publication No. VBF 9005897 the area over the long weekend, with police reporting a significant number of drink/drug Registered by Australia Post. driving offences. Other offences included driving unregis- The Phillip Island & San Remo Advertiser tered vehicles or driving without a licence. is bound by the Standards of Practice of The highway patrols will make the Bass the Australia Press Council. If you believe Coast area a focus going forward, a police A collision between a car and a truck at Surf Beach on Friday afternoon saw traffic at a stand- the Standards may have been breached, spokesperson said. still on Phillip Island Road with cars diverted along unsealed roads in the estate. you may approach the newspaper itself or contact the Council by email Burglary spate He reminded people to lock their houses and van. Police said the man will face court at a ([email protected]) Senior Sergeant O’Brien said there had been cars. later date. or by phone ((02) 8261 1930). a spate of household burglaries across Phil- For further information see lip Island in the past week, with a higher than Caravan smashed Street robbery

www.presscouncil.org.au LK2474 normal number of incidents reported. A caravan parked in Walton Street in Cowes A teenager was robbed in Cowes on May 30. While there was no real pattern to the of- was badly damaged last week. Police said the young male was walking fences, he said it appeared the perpetrators Police said they’d been called to a family vio- near the bus terminal at the Cowes Transit were growing in confidence. lence incident at a separate Cowes address. A Centre when he was approached by two men. Online Subscriptions He appealed to residents to report any suspi- 45-year old male had left the scene and went The men physically threatened the teenager cious activity. to Walton Street, where he damaged the cara- and forced him to hand over his iPhone and www.pisra.com.au “If you see a strange car in the street, or any- van, smashing all the windows and panels. The $20 in cash before running off. The incident thing that seems a bit out of place, don’t be police located and arrested him for both the is being investigated by the Crime Investi- afraid to ring Triple Zero (000),” he said. family violence incident and the damage to the gation Unit. PAGE 2 -- THETHE ADVERTISER,ADVERTISER, TH WUedRSDAnesdaY, JyUN, JunE 11,e 10, 2020 2020 Caravan park plans raise resident ire From page 1 Plans sorts director is Mark Manteit, who Rhonda also said she was con- was the Phillip Island Nature Park The planning permit for the up- cerned about the siting of the jump- CEO for seven years from 2003. grade states “some minor redevelop- ing pillow near residential homes, The company has a number of ments and additions” are proposed, and the noise it would create. other caravan parks including Venus including four two-bedroom glam- In a letter to the editor in today’s Bay and Victor Harbor in South Aus- ping tents, each with an ensuite, paper, Rhonda raises a number of tralia. kitchenette and porch, serviced by a concerns about the caravan park, Bass Coast Shire councillors 6m wide two-way compacted gravel questioning why the lease was not agreed to transfer the lease from the roadway. put out to public tender. Currans to Across Australia Parks “While the proposed glamping tents “It was very poor business man- and Resorts in 2018. are proximate to the coastline, the agement for Bass Coast and Victo- (Originally, the park was operated form and character of the proposed ria. The only people to make a prof- by the Shire of Phillip Island, with four tents are modest and not out of it were the former leasees and the the substantial revenue generated keeping with the form and character new leasees, not Bass Coast Shire over many decades used by the shire of other structures, tents and caravans ratepayers,” Rhonda writes. for foreshore maintenance works. that area visible along this stretch of “Bass Coast Shire provides a (But it was leased out to private coastline,” the permit states. 20 per cent reduction of the rates enterprise in 1995 by the Commis- “It is our view that, due to their which, if you do the maths for blue sioners appointed to run the newly modest scale and tent-like form, the chip real estate beach frontage, is formed Bass Coast Shire, following proposed glamping tents will not be way below commercial value. the amalgamation of councils in visually obtrusive when seen from “Profits from the Crown land go 1994.) the ocean/bay.” to private enterprise, and not the At the time of the transfer of the The new car parking includes 17 public.” lease in 2018 Cr Michael Whelan car parking spaces, 2.7 metre wide x She asks why, given the park is asked shire officers about com- 6 metre deep, serviced by a 6 metre on Crown land, the public have no plaints the caravan park had re- wide sealed access road. right of access through to the beach, ceived about parking, anti-social be- “The proposed new formal car adding that surrounding beach haviour and removal of trees on the parking area will improve the over- front properties “are all strongly en- foreshore. all supply, efficiency and safety of couraged to protect the native veg- “I’m not suggesting there’s a foun- car parking within the subject site.” etation growing at the front of their dation for these complaints but is The permit states the campground beach front properties”. there a way we can insert into the is not at risk of inundation, with a “Strangely there is no vegetation new lease that management deal with coastal risk flooding map showing on the beach front of the caravan these three issues?” Cr Whelan asked. all proposed buildings above the park: campers enjoy an exclusive The then manager of BCS gover- highest tide level as projected under view,” she said. nance David Elder said shire staff This photo shows the boundary of the Cowes Foreshore Tourist Park, with the Intergovernmental Panel on Cli- “There has been no respect were “well aware of the issues” and the top left designated for the glamping tents. mate Change’s “high” 2100 sea level for the hooded plover and other that a new visitor car park was part rise scenario. wildlife on that exclusive part of of the new lessee’s master plan of The park is zoned public park and the beach, no tree plantings to en- Development “by stealth” the foreshore is precious and trees capital works. shouldn’t be cut down, yet at the recreation. courage new permanent vegetation Another nearby resident, who will “When there’s a nuisance issue af- same time they are allowing the and no respect for the erosion on be lodging an objection to the plans, ter hours, the community is advised park to expand out to the beach. It’s Management response the area.” said that park managers had “taken to call Triple 0,” Mr Elder said, adding double standards.” The Advertiser contacted the cur- A shire spokesman said the cara- over the foreshore by stealth” and the that 24-hour staff representation was She said a giant foreshore tree had rent managers of the facility about van park paid a commercial lease shire was demonstrating hypocrisy. required at the park. been cut down last month by arbor- resident concerns and they emailed rate, “the same rate as any private- “And they’re now developing by He said he would have to further ists, next to the area where the glam- this response: ly-owned caravan park”. stealth,” said the resident, who asked investigate the vegetation issues. ping tents were set to be erected. “As we have not been made aware “This is a commercial lease and not to be named. “The new tenant has a track record The resident was also critical of the of any of the objections, we would like most commercial leases the “They are planning to erect glam- of running caravan parks and they advertising process of the park plans, prefer not to discuss until we have tenant strives to make a profit from ping structures right on the edge of know what they are walking into,” saying that there had been little public been formally notified of these ob- its enterprise on the land and the the beach, which will be extremely Mr Elder said. notice given, which was especially con- jections”. landlord in return receives a rental obvious to anyone on the beach. “If these issues continue we’ll try cerning during COVID-19 lockdown. Across Australia Parks and Re- income,” the spokesman said. “The shire tells us – rightly so – and find a suitable outcome.”

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P 52 25 Staff at BCH’s Wonthaggi Hospital, San Remo site and the Phillip Island Health Hub The main street of Cowes was busy over the weekend with visitors returning after the state donned whacky socks to promote discussion government eased Coronavirus restrictions. about the mental health challenges doctors and other health workers face. Mental health problems are higher among healthcare staff than other professions. BCH staff welcomed local Member Jordan Crugnale, who thanked them on behalf of the state government for continuing to support the Visitors return community through the COVID-19 pandemic. With Coronavirus restrictions Penguins return doors open again.” “Our health workforce have been preparing easing, visitors returned to Phil- themselves and our community for a potential Phillip Island Nature Parks lip Island over the weekend. Cafes back surge in COVID-19 cases by undertaking ad- reopened their doors on the The streets of Cowes were ditional training, and ensuring facilities and weekend and tickets to the Local cafes and restaurants busy with people eager to en- procedures are in place to be able to cope,” Ms 100-seat per night Penguin Pa- were able to reopen with up joy the sunshine and the new- Crugnale said. rade were quickly snapped up. to 20 seated patrons per en- ly reopened local cafes and “That preparation effort reflects the quality Although just a fraction of closed space. Venues still had restaurants. of the health service we are fortunate to have the normal capacity, every to comply with density re- Coonara, Nectre, At times there were queues in the Bass Coast. night was sold out, with visi- quirements of one customer outside supermarkets as se- “The demanding roles that healthcare work- Quadra, Jindarra, tors eager to catch up with the per four square metres. curity guards enforced social ers undertake can place them at risk of expe- Little Penguins. Bars and pubs were also al- Kemtan heaters distancing requirements. riencing mental health challenges and while The parade is already lowed to reopen for meal ser- and more! Roads on and off the island they work hard to care for us, it’s important booked out for next weekend. vices, with alcohol only able were also busy, with traffic on that the community recognises they are hu- Australian A spokesperson for the Na- to be served with meals. Phillip Island Road flowing mans too and are prone to their own mental ture Parks said there were Every venue was required to steadily. health challenges. good numbers at the Koala collect contact details of every 30 years made and There were delays on Friday “That’s why I’m proud to back Crazy Socks Conservation Centre and customer to in the event rapid afternoon due to an accident 4 Docs Day, even wearing a pair of colourful industry Churchill Island over the contact tracing was required imported at Surf Beach (see separate socks myself.” three days, with the 100-per- due to a COVID-19 infection. story), with traffic banked Bass Coast Health CEO Jan Child knows the knowledge son capacity strictly enforced. The state government re- back past San Remo. challenges of working on the frontline of health, “Because of this, there were quires at least one staff mem- On Monday afternoon, traf- She is a registered nurse. some delays for people gain- ber at every venue to complete fic slowed to a crawl from the “We do the job because we love working ing entry at times, but every- online Coronavirus training. airport at Cape Woolamai to with people and ensuring they are in the best one was very understanding Once the training is complet- 40 HEATERS ON DISPLAY, the bridge as visitors and holi- state of health,” she said. and relaxed. ed, the venue can display a day homeowners headed back “It’s important that healthcare workers also PLUS ACCESSORIES. WE CAN ALSO “It was lovely to have the poster for customers to see. to the city. take the time to recognise when they need to SOURCE HEATERS NOT ON THE FLOOR. address stress, depression and other mental health conditions they may be experiencing.” Ms Child said BCH welcomed the an- nouncement of a $350,000 funding boost to the Victorian Nursing and Midwifery Health PLEASE SUPPORT Day of “shame” for AGL Program and $500,000 for the Victorian Doc- tors Health Program. A “Day of Action” is being at Crib Point and contain re- rine ecology, toxicology, hy- As part of the Crazy Socks 4 Docs Day, BCH OUR LOCAL held today by conservation sidual chlorine. drology and social economics staff took part in an online virtual panel that groups as part of their contin- AGL’s plans would see liqui- to help review technical data featured a range of speakers, all leaders in

BUSINESS LK00248AA ued campaign to stop AGL’s fied natural gas transported in the environmental assess- their health related fields. planned gas import terminal on up to 40 LNG super tank- ment. in Western Port. ers – about 300 metres long The campaigners said in Environment Victoria (EV), and 49 metres wide – per year emerging from the pandemic, along with local conservation- from interstate and overseas. the economy needed to be ists, will blast social media, Last month AGL submitted more “sustainable and resil- write complaints and encour- their application for environ- ient”, creating jobs while pre- age any AGL customers to drop mental assessment. serving the environment and the utility as their supplier in a “AGL have had nearly two cutting climate pollution. day-long campaign against the years to produce thousands of “AGL’s gas import terminal company on June 11. pages of technical documents, does none of this and must Locally owned and operated by “We will publicly shame which make up their applica- be stopped. Continuing to AGL for threatening beautiful tion,” EV campaigners Victor Ko- burn fossil fuels is a path to Westernport Bay and the wild- marovsky and Rai Miralles said. nowhere, doing so while pol- Scott & Sharon Anderson 5672 1074 life who depend on it,” the En- “Now under the cover of luting an internationally sig- vironment Victoria campaign Coronavirus, they want the Vic- nificant wetland is recklessly Caring and personal 24 hour Service states. torian government to fast track destructive.” “We will come together on- environmental approvals. Last month AGL submit- Main office Wonthaggi line to hit AGL where it hurts.” “For now, we are focused on ted the Environment Effects AGL’s plans will see a float- making AGL feel the reper- Statement (EES) for adequacy 176 - 178 Graham Street, Wonthaggi ing storage and regasification cussions of going ahead with assessment to the Department unit (FSRU), moored at Crib this dirty gas project. of Environment, Land, Wa- Cowes office (by appointment) Point jetty. “But when the time comes ter and Planning (DELWP), The FSRU would regasify for the community consulta- which is expected to take 15 Warley Avenue, Cowes 5952 5171 liquid natural gas by using a tion process, we will ensure about 30 business days. heat exchange system, taking that AGL is subject to one of In a statement on their web- Email: [email protected] in 450 million litres of seawa- the most rigorous environ- site, AGL said they were “com- ter per day. The discharged mental impact assessments mitted to working with the www.handleyandandersonfunerals.com.au seawater would be 7C colder on record.” community” during COVID-19 than the ambient temperature EV called for experts in ma- restrictions. A.F.D.A. LK5162 THETHE ADVERTISER, ADVERTISER, W edTHURSDAY,nesday, JUNEJune 11,10, 2020 - PAGE 5 Apply for the Victorian Government quad bike safety rebate

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PAGE 6 -- THETHE ADVERTISER,ADVERTISER, TH WUedRSDAnesdaY, JyUN, JunE 11,e 10, 2020 2020 Pokies revenue plummets in isolation COVID-19 may have wreaked havoc across The Phillip Island RSL is the only venue on Phillip Island’s economy, but for gamblers, it the Island with pokies (58 machines). has been a blessing. The Commission fi gures showed the island New research released last week by the recorded the highest daily average spend (on Gambler’s Help team at Latrobe Community the machines) of any venue in the shire and Health Service showed across Bass Coast was one of only two venues to see a rise in an estimated $3.4 million has been saved revenue generated by the pokies. since this area’s fi ve pokies venues closed on Over the past twelve months, more than March 23. $6.4 million was lost on pokie machines at Latrobe Community Health Service found the RSL, an average of $306 per machine across Gippsland, a staggering $25 million each day. has been saved. The next biggest gambling spend was re- Service manager Michelle Ravesi urged corded at the Wonthaggi Club ($5.6 million). Bass Coast residents to consider quitting the With 10 more machines than the Phillip Is- pokies for good. land RSL, their daily total of $15,387 equates As part of the May 50K fundraiser, Tori un- Tori ran a kilometre in a wetsuit with a snor- “It’s been a little more than 70 days since to a loss every day of $226 per machine. dertook different challenges, running 130 kel and fl ippers, as part of her challenge to pokies venues fi rst closed, and we estimate kms and raising over $15000 raise money for MS research. in that time Gippslanders have saved a mas- Solutions sive $25,677,890,” Michelle said. Pokie machine numbers are determined by “That’s millions of dollars people now have the State Government. to fi rstly pay their own bills and, secondly, Last month Bass Coast Shire councillors spend in local businesses. voted to support the Australian Local Gov- “Imagine how our towns would thrive if we ernment Association in calling on the Federal stopped spending on the pokies, and started Government to establish a Royal Commission spending on small, local businesses. into the gambling industry. Tori’s fun run “With the closure of pokies venues, we The shire does not have a gambling strategy, When Tori Ryan set out videoed herself completing Forrest Gump outfi t … “I just have seen a welcome respite from pokies- but refers to their Health and Wellbeing Plan to raise money for Multiple them and posted them on felt like running”. related harm. When the venues reopen, you on gambling issues. Sclerosis last month, she hit her Facebook page, which Jane said she’s full of admi- don’t have to go back.” Cr Michael Whelan said minimising harm on a unique way to boost the spurred people on.” ration for her friend’s fund- Michelle said one gambler told them that was “not necessarily” linked to fewer machines challenge. The challenges came in all raising efforts. because the pokies were closed during pan- or venues. The May 50k challenged shapes and sizes, including “She made it fun and it be- demic restrictions, they fi nally had enough “It means getting serious about those people people to walk 50 kilometres running one kilometre in a came something everyone money to buy meat and another was able to who have a problem and giving them assis- in May to raise funds for MS wetsuit, snorkel and fl ippers; could be part of. People could buy a treat for the kids. tance as well as preventing the capacity for big research. running backwards; running get involved without doing “If you’ve had similar experiences while losses,” Cr Whelan said. Tori smashed the target, in the colours of her least fa- the challenge themselves. the venues have been closed, please know “Gambling should be taken seriously by the running 130 kilometres and vourite footy team, or wear- “And it gave everyone a bit you’ve already made great progress in state government but I think they are compro- raising over $1500. ing a G’day Tiger tracksuit of laugh during isolation and breaking the gambling cycle.” mised by their reliance on gambling income. A keen runner, she original- and carrying a tray of coffees. gave them something to look “From Council’s perspective I think it should ly set out to run the 50 kms, One challenge saw Tori forward to.” Phillip Island figures be a key focus in the council Health and Well- with her trusty four-legged run fi ve kilometres bounc- A teacher at Cowes Primary Last year, $17,616,911 was spent on the being Plan.” companion Fynn by her side. ing a football, then kicking a School, Tori is a keen athlete pokies in Bass Coast, $61,631 less than in the Tori’s friend Jane Mitchell goal when she arrived at the who plays netball with the previous 12 months, according to Victorian If you or someone you know needs support said Tori soon decided to take Cowes Rec Reserve oval. Phillip Island club and football Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regu- to stop playing the pokies, call Gambler’s Help the challenge to the next level. Her partner Todd Cleeland for the Bass Coast Breakers. lation fi gures. Gippsland today. Gambler’s Help provides “She said if you donate, I came along for the ride, fi lm- “She’s so active and ener- Despite the downward trend, the fi gures free, confi dential advice and support to any- will also do a challenge,” ex- ing the challenges. getic and she’s a great moti- equate to a loss of $48,265 every day. one affected by gambling. Phone 1800 242 696 plained Jane. Fittingly, for her last 13 ki- vator,” Jane said. 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THETHE ADVERTISER, ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, JUNE 10,11, 2020 - PAGE 7 A tireless campaigner Age and chronic back pain might have di- spiring, fun and sometimes frightening, she said. minished Kay Setches physically, but the “We’ve put on three terrific festivals and passion and determination that fuelled her we’ve loved putting them on.” parliamentary career and a lifelong fight for Unfortunately, Coronavirus restrictions put women’s rights, still burns bright. a stop to this year’s festival, although there are Kay was awarded a Member of the Order plans for several online events. of Australia for her “significant service to the Kay is also proud to have been involved in people and Parliament of Victoria, and to wom- Change for Sam, established in the wake of en in politics”. the death of Samantha Fraser. She described the award as “an incredible “That was a call to action from the commu- honour”, saying she was overjoyed her nomi- nity, and it was from the heart,” she said. nation had come from both colleagues on Phil- lip Island and within the Labor Party. Determined to make a difference Sitting in her Surf Beach home overlooking Kay’s ongoing community contribution has the ocean, Kay said it was “marvellous to be occurred on the backdrop of her own loss and recognised” for her work in politics, describing health challenges. herself as being political her whole life. The sudden death of her beloved husband After working as a volunteer for the Aus- Denis in 2017 left Kay devastated. tralian Labor Party (ALP), Kay nominated for Then recent ill health has seen her spend an preselection in the seat of Ringwood, a seat extended period in hospital and severely re- she held from 1982 – 1992. stricted her movement – “I may not walk unas- During that time, her ministerial roles included sisted again,” she said. Child Care, Community Services and Conservation. Kay, pictured with fellow Island Story Gatherer Lois Gaskin, helped launch the successful Phil- lip Island Festival of Stories. In spite of all this, Kay’s determination to Her political career also included numer- make the world a better place, especially for ous roles within the ALP, most notably as the ment a policy and strategy for increasing the vides financial, political and personal support women, remains undiminished. Chair of the Status of Women Policy Commit- number of women in Parliament. for female Labor Party candidates. “I am appalled at where we are at the mo- tee from 1992 – 1994. Along the way, they had to challenge and Her work with the Status for Women com- ment and what women have to endure again,” The committee drove change within the par- change some ingrained notions from some mittee and establishing Emily’s List are two of she said of the current Coronavirus pandemic. ty ranks on gender equality and affirmative men in the party. her proudest achievements in politics, said Kay, “Studies show that with working from home and action and it’s a role she’s particularly proud “We were told “women can’t leave their chil- also nominating her role in the establishment online learning, there are eight hours more work of. Today, there is close to equal representation dren”, or “we need to pre-select the best”,” she of the Alpine National Park as a highlight. in the house. And women are doing six of them. within the party –which is a far cry from when recalled. “So many women have lost their jobs. So Kay entered the Legislative Assembly. “But there were other men who supported Life after politics many are in casual groups not being funded “There were nine women in the Legislative the change and said “Keep going Kay”.” Stepping back from politics didn’t mean Kay (by government relief packages). I am so con- Assembly at that time,” she recalled. As a result of the work by the Status of stepped away from public life. cerned about them.” “There wasn’t even a female toilet on that Women committee, rules were introduced stat- Some of her notable roles included sitting Kay believes the economic impact of the virus side of the building.” ing the party had to pre-select women or face on the board of the Victorian Woman’s Trust, is “turning history on its head” and that it’s now After Labor’s crushing defeat at the 1992 serious sanctions. a trustee and co-chair of the Queen Victoria more important than ever to ensure women’s election, Kay said the party was “on the That movement from Victoria was adopted Women’s Centre, a member of the Breast rights are protected and there is equal pay. ground, panting”. across the country and Kay says it’s now impos- Cancer Research Foundation and the National She’s hopeful that more women will take up And for women in the party, the results were sible to imagine the Labor Party without women. Council for International Year of the Family. the fight, both in the workplace and in politics. devastating. “It’s in the DNA,” she said, noting that there After moving to Phillip Island full time six And she’s has sage advice for anyone con- “There were no women sitting in safe seats, is close to 50 per cent female representatives. years ago, Kay quickly became involved in the sidering a life in the public arena. and they were all wiped out,” Kay said. Change didn’t come without a lot of hard local community, including joining the Island “You have to have high feelings that you wish to Alongside her friend Joan Kirner, Kay took work though. Even after the affirmative action Story Gatherers and helping launch the suc- be part of a reform process, that you want to help.” up the challenge to change the future for wom- rule was put in place, at the next election only cessful Phillip Island Festival of Stories. Given her own achievements, she could be en in politics. one woman was pre-selected. “I love this place,” she said of Phillip Island forgiven for sitting back and resting on her “We did it because our careers were over. We So alongside Joan Kirner, Leonie Morgan and her Surf Beach home. laurels, but she’s still keen to stay involved took the men on and gave no quarter,” she said. and Candy Broad, Kay went on to set up Em- “The view never ceases to engage and uplift and says local women like Anne Davies and The women had to develop, plan and imple- ily’s List, a not-for-profit organisation that pro- me. There are so many changes of weather and Jan Child inspire her the storms are spectacular. “I adore working with like-minded people, “I do wish we had footpaths around here and I love working on something new, espe- Stay informed though … and a pool.” cially when there are calls to action. She’s also looking forward to the new Cul- “I’ve decided to be happy every day. 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A quick roundup of news, views and opportunities Members of the congrega- tion have hit back at the sug- gestion in last week’s Adver- tiser (“Don’t take our pews”, p. Winter Appeal Extension on pool registrations 12) that the move was driven Children’s education charity The Smith Fam- The government has extended the deadline for the by the church priest, the Rev- ily has launched its 2020 Winter Appeal with a mandatory registration of private pools and spas due erend Jo White. warning that thousands of young Australians ex- to the impacts of coronavirus. Owners now have until “Replacing the historic pews periencing disadvantage are at a heightened risk November 1 to register their pools with council – an with chairs was a decision of disengaging from their education, amid the extension of five months from the original deadline. of the wardens of the church challenges posed by COVID-19. The government introduced new regulations in De- after a congregation request,” The appeal aims to raise $4.2 million by 30 June cember last year to make swimming pools and spas said Lillian Hefl ingers. to deliver life-changing learning and mentoring safer and prevent young children from drowning. Mrs Hefl ingers also said the programs to students in need. These changes require owners to register their fi rst request was received be- Funds raised through The Smith Family’s Win- pools and spas with their local council with a one- fore Reverend White came to Renovations at St Philip’s includes restoration of the Santu- ter Appeal will help 10,740 children experienc- off fee of up to $79. Owners who fail to register the parish. ary, new windows, carpet and painting – all undertaken by lo- ing disadvantage, including enabling access to a their pool or spa with their council by November Reverend White said no cal businesses and parishioners. range of extra numeracy and literacy programs. 1, 2020 may face an on-the-spot fine of $330. decision had been made and To donate to The Smith Family’s Winter Appeal For more information on the Victorian Govern- confi rmed the church was in cal tradesmen and gifted to the with the results and said the visit www.thesmithfamily.com.au/winter ment’s pool safety reforms, visit vba.vic.gov.au the process of consulting pa- church in the early part of last renovations were undertaken rishioners about the pews. century. As such, they appear to by local tradespeople and “We are canvassing parish- be an integral part of the church’s members of the congregation. ioners widely”. history and the atmosphere and “They didn’t just do the job, She said a letter went out to tradition for worshippers. they did it with love,” she said. everyone in the congregation “As a local branch of the The Reverend thanked the last month and included the National Trust, we strongly following businesses and con- Council Update names of who to contact about encourage the retention of his- gregation members for their the pews. toric and decorative features work on the renovation: She stressed the decision was a to our signifi cant buildings Sanctuary restoration – Da- Have your say: Smiths Beach Town Plan congregational matter and mem- and consider the traditional vid Moody of Redback Home Do you live in or regularly visit Smiths Beach? Then we want to hear from you! We're creating a bers had until June 22 to reply. timber pews at St Philips are Maintenance The Bass Coast branch of strongly representative of your Carpet replacement – South Town Plan to help strengthen, protect and support the future use and enjoyment of the popular the National Trust has written church’s historic character.” Coast Furnishings seaside town. We want to know what you consider to be the short, medium and long term to the church, urging them not Vestry cupboards painted – priorities for Smiths Beach. Consultation is open until 30 June 2020. To have your say visit www. to remove the pews. Church transformation verger Ken White basscoast.vic.gov.au/smithsbeach or contact our Strategic Planning Team on the numbers below. “We feel the removal of the New windows – Ash and Jack The historic church in timber carved pews will de- of AJ Johnson Constructions Cowes recently celebrated its tract from the heritage signifi - East window replaced – Bet- Situations Vacant: Working for Victoria applications now open 150th birthday and has now cance of the church, which is tsy’s Glass undergone a transformation. We’re currently recruiting for a number of positions as part of the Victorian Government’s $500 recognised in Council’s plan- Vestry linen chest polished – The renovation includes million Working for Victoria initiative. ning scheme as well as by the warden Ann Prideaux restoration of the Sanctuary, National Trust,” said President Windows cleaned and pol- The roles will span across a range of areas including infrastructure maintenance, environment, internal painting, new carpet Greg Buchanan, President. ished – Tom business/community support, asset management, customer service, human resources, and new windows. “We believe the pews are of Interior painting – Rosie Reverend White is thrilled transformation and technology and recovery and support. If this is of interest to you, then you fi ne craftsmanship, made by lo- and Neil will need to sign up to the Working for Victoria recruitment platform. Register for a job at www.vic.gov.au/workingforvictoria. The platform will be used to match up job seekers with jobs relevant to their skills and experience. The future of Smiths Beach Update: Cape Paterson Amendment C136 Bass Coast Shire Council At the time, Mr Dressing “It is really important that im- Exhibition of Planning Scheme Amendment C136basc occurred between 16 Jan 2020 until 27 is developing a town plan for said his group favoured a provements made to the town February 2020. During the exhibition period, Council received 417 submissions. The proponent, Smiths Beach and is calling “more feet, less footprints” ap- address the needs of the com- Beveridge Williams, has requested consideration of the submissions be deferred until early for community input. proach and wanted to bring munity, while protecting the 2021. The reason for the deferral is to allow for the public release of the ‘Draft Statement of Council said the plan will together all the relevant natural environment, so that’s help shape the future of the groups to fi nd a solution. why we need your feedback.” Planning Policy’, which is being prepared as part of the State Government’s Distinctive Areas area, and will consider im- “We’re asking the shire Feedback received dur- and Landscape Project (DAL). The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning have provements to “help strength- to fund and adopt a Smiths ing the consultation period approved the deferral request. The deferral will ensure that the findings of the DAL project en, protect and support the Beach Master Plan. We’re ask- will help Council develop are considered in conjunction with Amendment C136basc. The panel dates for the directions longevity of the town” and the ing for it to be adopted by 2023 the Smiths Beach Town Plan, hearing scheduled for the week commencing 17 August 2020 and the panel hearing scheduled for popular surf beach. and implemented by 2028.” which will aim to enhance the In March last year, Phil Dress- experience of residents, as the week commencing 28 September 2020 have been cancelled. For more information on the ing, President of the Smiths Town plan consultation well as protect the unique veg- proposal, contact our Strategic Planning Team the numbers below. Beachcombers Association Bass Coast Mayor, Cr Brett etation, wildlife and coastline made a presentation to coun- Tessari, said it’s important that environments. Ordinary Council Meeting: 17 June cillors, urging them to support the wider community has a Community input is being the creation of a Smiths Beach say about what they see as the sought on a number of initia- The next Ordinary Meeting of Council will be held on Wednesday, 17 June 2020 at 11.00am. Due Master Plan to address a grow- short, medium and long-term tives, such as land use chang- to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Meeting will be virtual for the health and safety of our ing number of problems. priorities for Smiths Beach. es, infrastructure delivery and community, Councillors and staff. This meeting will be live-streamed, ensuring the Meeting He said the area faced issues activation ideas. “We know the beach is ex- remains open to the public. This monthly Meeting is a formal decision-making forum for Council. with drainage, dangerous foot- tremely popular with both To provide feedback, visit paths, road visibility concerns, locals and visitors for surfi ng, www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/ At the beginning of this Meeting, there is public question time. At this stage, the forum will parking congestion, ad hoc swimming, stand up paddle smithsbeach. Consultation not provide the opportunity for submitters to ask their questions directly. Questions must be building decisions and vegeta- boarding, snorkelling and will be open until Tuesday, submitted in writing prior to the Meeting and questions and responses will be published in the tion and wildlife protection. fi shing,’’ Cr Tessari said. June 30. minutes. For more details on question time, please visit www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/meetings A link to access the live stream will be available at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/2020meetings. These are the items currently proposed to be listed for the next Ordinary Meeting of Council on Wednesday, 17 June. This list is subject to change. The agenda will be released on our website on Budget survey underway Friday, 12 June. Bass Coast Ratepayers and “Following the Shire’s fi rst ers and residents of Bass Coast. Requiring Decision Residents Association is con- ever live-streamed Council Meet- Links to the survey can be • Draft Annual Budget 2020/21 ducting a brief online survey ing we’re seeking community found on the Association’s • Response to Petition / Joint Letters - Sunset Strip Residents: Roads, Amenities and Open Space and is seeking responses from feedback around Council’s com- website at basscrra.org/ or on • Proposed Planning Scheme Amendment C159 - Mahers Landing Integrated Marina across the shire. munication and engagement Facebook at www.facebook. Development “With the annual budget performance. With this survey com/BASSCRRA/ coming up, we’d like to gauge we hope to better understand The survey is open until • Integrated Water Management Plan 2020 community feelings about rates how the community is feeling June 21 and results from the • Drainage Asset Management Plan 2020-2024 and other matters.” said Asso- about their Council today.” survey will be published by • Phillip Island Entrance Roundabout Designs ciation President Kevin Griffi n. The survey is open to all ratepay- the end of the month. • Waste Services Contract Variation - Impact of Recycling Industry Processors • Significant Roadside Vegetation Management Plan 2020 • Contract Variation - Environmental Monitoring of Landfill Sites The first birthday • Local Government Power Purchase Agreement v2 • Community Sports Infrastructure Stimulus Program celebrations • Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Policy and Council Support and Resources Policy Celia Fleming and Pam Gill were the fi rst • Creation of Easement - Drainage Reserve, Clifton Crescent, Cowes customers to return to the Phillip Island • Future Wonthaggi Recreation Site RSL last Friday. “Celia and I had a very nice • Review of Procurement Policy 2020 lunch together and we were served by the • Award of Tender No 20001 - Pioneer Bay Road Drainage Improvement Project very charming Chris,” said Pam. The pair said the lunch was a birthday celebration • Award of Tender No 20006 - Demolition of Cowes Cultural and Community Centre – complete with social distancing. • Award of Tender No 20008 - Wonthaggi Railway Station Extension and Glazing “I guess we would have been the fi rst af- fi liated members to see the beautiful reno- Bass Coast Shire Council, 76 McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi | DX 34903 Wonthaggi | PO Box 118, Wonthaggi vations,” said Pam, of the newly completed VIC 3995 | 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or (03) 5671 2211 or via the National Relay Service (for people dining area. with speech or hearing difficulties) on 13 36 77 | [email protected] THETHE ADVERTISER, ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, JUNE 10,11, 2020 - PAGE 9 In this

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PAGE 10 -- THETHE ADVERTISER,ADVERTISER, THURSDAY, WEDNESDAY, JUNE JUNE 11, 10, 2020 2020 THETHE ADVERTISER, ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, JUNE 10,11, 2020 - PAGE 11 Mammoth task for island author It was lining up to be a stellar year for Chris “I was a bit scared of the story at fi rst,” he ad- Flynn. His third novel “Mammoth” was due to be mitted. released, after six years of writing and research. “There’s a lot of researching, and you have to The book, narrated by a 13,000-year-old extinct get things right.” America mastodon, tells the story of how the He scoured the internet, visited libraries and or- skull of a Tyrannosaurus bataar, a pterodactyl, a dered obscure books online as part of his research. prehistoric penguin, the severed hand of an Egyp- “The book is a fantastical conceit – a non-fi ction tian mummy – and the mammoth came to be on book with a fi ction framework,” he said. sale at a Manhattan auction in 2007. As well as examining historical events, it looks Skipping across eras and continents, the story at the destruction of the natural world and how covers historical events and scientifi c progress the extinction of species has impacted on the en- and also shines a light on man’s impact on the vironment. natural environment. In the book, the arrival of the Clovis, descen- The books were printed, the release date set and dents of Neanderthals, marks the beginning of there was a full calendar of festival appearances the end for the mammoths. and media interviews booked in to promote it. “The Clovis are essentially us. They used weap- Then Coronavirus struck. ons and hunted more effi ciently. At the time Like the protagonist in his novel, Chris’ plans mammoths and bison roaming the plains, keep- got buried in an avalanche of events that over- ing the ground cold and hard,” Chris said. took the world and changed life as we knew it. “Then we turned up and killed them all. We Fortunately, Chris says, unlike the mammoth, the used their skins and bones. We basically rendered world-changing events have played out in his favour. these creatures extinct. “When everything went to stage 3 – I did get “The Earth started to get warmer, because the concerned,” he admitted. creatures were keeping the earth cool. It was “The book was scheduled to come out month af- the real beginning of human infl uenced climate ter that. I thought, what if we go to stage 4? It’s al- change and it was fascinating to look at.” ready bad enough having bookstores closed and Chris said the book follows the popular theory people restricted to home. What if stage 4 means of extinction of megafauna and acknowl- the warehouse shuts down? People couldn’t even edges that not everyone will agree with it. order it online.” “That’s the thing with history – you can only Chris said he went on a rescue mission and go so far. You verify as best you can, but you his publisher authorised releasing the book into run out of facts eventually. Then you’re in the stores a month earlier than planned. world of fi ction.” “It worked out pretty well, I don’t mind having He hopes the book can help tempt people it out,” he said now. into science and history, and take their mind “People are at home, reading more than they off the current situation. have for years, and most bookstores kept their There’s also lessons to be learned. doors open to some degree, with some stores say- “One lesson is the fact that we keep making ing their online sales were up 700 per cent.” similar mistakes,” he said. With many other authors putting their releases “In the past 10,000 years ago, we killed and on hold, Chris said he’s been getting a lot of me- ate a bunch of animals that we should have dia attention. Phillip Island author Chris Flynn’s third novel “Mammoth” is available at left alone and it’s ended up hurting us. “There’s not a lot of competition I guess,” he Turn the Page bookstore in Cowes and online at chrisefl ynn.com “We just did the same thing again, harvested chuckled. wild animals in wet markets and ate them – and science”, it might not have been so warmly calls Phillip Island home, to write a book about But he admits the themes of the book and the now millions of people are sick. accepted. an extinct mammoth? chance to escape into another world, away from “I think it’s a good lesson for all of us. We need “People want to switch off, want to hear about Chris said the story was inspired by the true the realities of Covid-19, might also explain why to integrate better with nature and not be at odds something else. It’s nice to be able to throw your- story of a natural history auction in New York people have embraced the book. with it, not be such predators in the natural world. self into different world. Books have really cap- in 2007, where Nicholas Cage and Leonardo Di “Fortunately the book is quite humorous and up- “We’re animals too.” tured people’s imagination at the moment.” Caprio got into a bidding war over the skull of a beat,” he said, describing it as historical escapism. Living on Phillip Island has increased his re- Tyrannosaurus bataar. “It’s striking a chord with people.” spect for nature – “it’s a privilege to live in the Animals tale “At the time, I thought it was funny, but then Chris said perhaps if the book was a “deadly se- middle of it” and he’s hoping the current pandem- I started looking into it. Back on the 1800s, the rious, miserable, fatalistic take on climate change So what prompted the Irish ex-pat who now ic will be a wake-up call for the human race. American President was doing the same thing. “It’s just whether we’re smart enough to listen. “It was men in power, commodifying these “There’s plenty of smart people in world using creatures – fi ghting over bones – to show how this time to think about how we can move for- strong and macho they are.” ward, reposition ourselves. He thought it would be interesting to tell the “At the moment, we’re listening to medical ex- story from the other side and fi nd out how and perts and scientists – and we should continue to why the animals died. do that. A self-confessed dinosaur nerd, Chris said he “We know that the political class don’t neces- has childhood memories of visiting Belfast’s sarily have our interests at heart. It’s all sound natural history museum and being fascinated by and fury and not much content sometimes.” dinosaur bones. As restrictions slowly ease, Chris hopes people “They seem like monsters when you’re a kid. It’s will embrace the chance to create a new normal. inconceivable that they once walked the earth.” “We’re hitting the reset button,” he said. That childhood fascination held him in good “Everything that we planned is now out the stead as he researched the book, which spans the window. We’ve got to plan for a different future.” Pliestocene Epoch to nineteenth century Ameri- ca, the Irish rebellion of 1803, Napoleonic France “Mammoth” is available at Turn the Page book- and Nazi Germany. shop in Cowes and online at www.chrisefl ynn.com

World Oceans day spotlight on seal danger Dozens of Australian fur seals on Phillip Island have recently been saved from serious injury or death from debris in our oceans, marine scientists have revealed. Phillip Island Nature Parks revealed the fi ndings of their seal rescue and marine de- bris programs on World Oceans Day, June 8. In just over six months, the Nature Parks have removed over 113kg of debris from Phil- lip Island’s beaches, ensur- ing it stays out of our oceans, Debris in our oceans poses a serious risk to the local fur where it poses a serious risk seal colony, with over 113kg of debris collections from local to the local fur seal colony. The beaches in the last six months. 23,000 individual pieces of de- bris collected include: themselves,’’ Dr McIntosh hats caught around necks. • 13,470 bits of hard and said. “And it’s a good thing “Not all the debris comes soft plastics that we do because they from commercial vessels or • 472 metres of fi shing line wouldn’t survive otherwise.’’ recreational fi shing. A lot of • 713 cigarette butts Dr McIntosh and her team it is washed into the ocean • 601 pieces of food pack- crawl over rocks and sea- from urban environments,’’ aging and 537 lids weed to creep up on the seals Dr McIntosh said. • 505 pieces of rope and trap them in a large, “World Oceans Day is Nature Parks marine scien- cone-shaped net, then quick- a wonderful opportunity tist Dr Rebecca McIntosh goes ly disentangle the seal from to celebrate our beautiful out to Seal Rocks every two the debris and release them ocean and think about pro- months with her team to re- back into the ocean. tecting it. It’s vital that we move debris from around the The entanglements include protect our ocean home on necks of seals, including pups. fi shing line wound around World Oceans Day and every “‘We have to do it because necks, fi sh hooks and lures other day. That biodiversity the seals can’t remove it caught in seal mouths and even is so precious.”

PAGE 12 -- THETHE ADVERTISER,ADVERTISER, THURSDAY, WEDNESDAY, JUNE JUNE 11, 10, 2020 2020 WhalesEntertainment ahoy! and the Arts This year’s Island Whale Festival is undergoing a trans- formation, due to the current Coronavirus restrictions. The organizing committee said it was not possible to de- liver the traditional three-day program of the successful fes- tival, however plans were un- derway for a six-week promo- tion of whale discovery and wildlife insights. The new format will start from June 22. The committee is made up of representatives from Des- tination Phillip Island, Wild- life Coast Cruises, Phillip Is- The Vintage Veterans perform their special brand of country music, every Saturday afternoon at the National Vietnam Veterans Museum, from 12pm to 4pm. land Nature Parks, Dolphin Plans are underway for a six-week promotion to replace the Research Institute and Bass traditional three-day Island Whale Festival. Coast Shire Council. A spokesperson for the com- tors and our local community initiatives and ways to care mittee said they were looking throughout the program.” for the environment. The committee is looking at Plans are also underway to Vietnam Vets returns at ways to present a program that could operate in line with ways for people to get out and hold art and photography com- The National Vietnam Veterans Museum is clean environment so that we can feel confi- current Covid-19 restrictions. about and search for whales petitions and involve local busi- open again with restrictions in place, as per dent everything has been done to protect any- “What we do know is whale along the Phillip Island and Bass nesses in special promotions. the current Covid-19 restrictions. one who enters the café and / or our Museum.” watching is a great reason to be Coast Whale Discovery Trail. Special Island Whale flags The popular Nui Dat Café has been operat- The museum’s holographic Light and Sound out in the fresh air and enjoying “Special live streams from will be flying proudly across ing on a takeaway basis for several weeks, but show will be run on an hourly basis, and the all our natural vantage spots. coastline locations and on the San Remo, Rhyll and Cowes, it is now able to offer visitors sit down service. chairs and surrounds will be disinfected after “Partnerships with research whale watching cruise will with Whale Trail posters avail- A museum spokesperson said procedures each session. Some interactive screens will not scientists from the Two Bays take place to share scientific able online and in shops and are in place to ensure the welfare of visitors, be available, however volunteer guides will be Whale Project, the team at information about these spe- venues. volunteers and staff, including additional there to answer any questions. Phillip Island Nature Parks cial creatures and our marine To keep up to date, go to the cleaning routines and hygiene measures. The Vintage Veterans have also returned, per- and Dolphin Research In- environment,” they said. @islandwhales Facebook and “Staff have completed training for operating forming their special brand of country music, ev- stitute will deliver inspiring The program will also con- Instagram platforms or visit a hospitality business in a Covid-19 environ- ery Saturday afternoon in the café, from 12pm to information virtually to visi- tinue to promote Plastic Free islandwhales.com.au. ment. Everyone is required to disinfect their 4pm. There is no charge to come along and listen. hands on entry to the premises and give their “We look forward to welcoming everyone to name and contact phone number to our volun- the museum. Please call us on 03 5956 6400 or teers at the reception,” the spokesperson said. visit our website: www.vietnamvetsmuseum. Early Years Award “Our first priority is to create a safe and org for more information.” Do you know an outstand- Victorian Early Years Awards Award winners receive up ing early years professional recognise, reward and cel- to $15,000 to further develop whose work deserves to be ebrate individuals and or- and share the lessons of their celebrated? ganisations, and highlight in- exceptional work in kinder- Then why not nominate novative initiatives aimed at gartens, schools, local coun- them for a Victorian Early improving outcomes within cils, maternal child and health Years Award? the early years sector. services and other early years The awards recognise the In 2020, the awards will cel- organisations across the state. outstanding work of early ebrate the achievements and Nominations for the awards years professionals in improv- commitment of early child- close on July 6, with final- ing the lives of young children hood professionals across ists announced in September and local member, Jordan seven award categories, in- ahead of the awards ceremo- Crugnale called on families, cluding improving access and ny expected to be held in No- early childhood profession- participation, supporting par- vember. als and early years support ents and promoting children’s For more information or to organisations to nominate health and wellbeing, as well submit a nomination, visit: themselves or others. as the prestigious Early Child- www.education.vic.gov.au/ Now in their 15th year, the hood Teacher of the Year. veya. Counting the cost of financial wellbeing Bass Coast Community Foun- our project will help us map or continued services for our dation is counting the cost of fi- the changing needs, provide up community nancial exclusion and economic to date information for service • Assist in increasing the equality in our community. providers across the Bass Coast ‘funding pie’ for the region Bass Coast Counts is the and build tools and networks to • Build networks and better name of a new research proj- address identified needs.” collaborate with other provid- ect that will enable the Bass Ms Blair said the Bass Coast ers as appropriate Coast Community Foundation Community Foundation is • Help better plan and de- to contract and work with ex- currently preparing gover- liver for the community. perts to collect valuable data nance processes and docu- CEO of Ecstra Foundation, to understand financial vul- mentation, which will take 12 Caroline Stewart said the nerability across the region. months to complete. grants acknowledge Commu- From this research, the team The project consists of two nity Foundations’ unique abil- will develop a financial infor- distinct phases: data and case ity to execute whole of com- mation and education tool to study collection, and the de- munity projects and to create improve consumer access to velopment of information and long term impact through lo- information and services. education tools to improve cal projects. Funded by a $100,000 grant people’s access to financial “Local leaders know their from the Ecstra Foundation services on the Bass Coast. communities and are best the Bass Coast Community The project will assist the placed to decide how phil- Foundation the initiative aims Bass Coast Community Foun- anthropic funding can spark to address issues of finan- dation and project partners to: positive changes in commu- cial exclusion and economic • Gain access to valuable nity financial wellbeing,” Ms equality in the community. data (empirical and anecdot- Stewart said. Deputy Chairman of the Bass al) of community needs “Our funding is very flex- Coast Community Foundation, • Bring a focus to Bass ible, and as a result each foun- Carol Blair said: “COVID-19 Coast and ensure data is able dation has determined their has thrown a new light across to be highlighted (not buried own approach to addressing this project. Our community in the wider Gippsland data) local issues.” needs have significantly shift- • Identify the impact of the For further project related in- ed, and financial literacy is now services provided and identify formation please contact Carol more important than ever. opportunities Blair, Deputy Chairman Bass “Financial wellbeing has be- • Have access to data to Coast Community Foundation come an immediate issue, and advocate for improved and/ at [email protected]. THETHE ADVERTISER, ADVERTISER, W edTHURSDAY,nesday, JUNEJune 11,10, 2020 - PAGE 13 CORONAVIRUS LATEST LOCAL INFORMATION

In this last quarantine diary for the Advertiser, Lisa says: “I wouldn’t use the word ‘precious’ in describing the past two months. It hasn’t been all daisy chains and kale smoothies … (but) the pandemic and lockdown made me realise what can be taken away so quickly.” Diary of a family in quarantine: The last chapter: With a semblance of normality Everyone is itching to get returning, this last lockdown lowdown from the back, including to the gym. Not everything is back to McLure family of Smiths Beach looks back at the normal though. At the salon past two months, and what lies ahead. we still have a maximum of Older son Angus returned to Cowes Primary this eight people at a time and it week, joining his younger sister Evie, while mum will stay that way until restric- tions ease. Lisa is looking forward to having clients back in Because the salon looks her personal training studio at the end of June. empty, people keep coming in Dad Tim continues to work, but drove the fami- asking for a blow wave, so we ly’s new caravan up the driveway last week, which had to put a sign on the door was ordered pre-pandemic in the hope of family saying we were booked out. I’m still on JobKeeper so it weekends away. makes no difference whether I work two or 20 hours, but I Who’s at your door? “In some ways it feels like grateful they wanted to thank want to work to look after my life is back to normal. the kids, they were thrilled, so clients. Phillip Island photographer Claire our garden, started a family band where Evie wasn’t looking forward it felt like a thank you circle. I definitely think I’ve come Davie started her Facebook and In- we jam out in the evenings and sometimes to Angus going back to school Everyone has been so grate- out of lockdown a better per- zoom jam with my dad (kids’ gramps). because she’s been the queen ful and happy, they just want- son, even though I may not stagram sites The Doorstep Docu- We haven’t got through a huge amount of the primary without all the ed to give back to the teach- have thought so at the time. mentary at the start of the Corona- of home schooling, but Noah has learnt big kids. ers, especially given some of I wouldn’t use the word ‘pre- some very important skills – such as hold- Angus has enjoyed being them were home schooling cious’ in describing the past virus lockdown. ing handstands and learning backflips – a man of leisure. He and his their own kids. two months. It hasn’t been all Claire is now sharing some of and together we have created a beautiful mates say they liked home Both the kids have had daisy chains and kale smooth- the hundreds of stories and photos life in iso family canvas. schooling. They’d finish their friends around in the past ies. I miss my clients and human connection, work and play on the iPad or week and it has been lovely I’m not 10kg lighter, or a she’s gathered with the Advertiser. but the wonderment of this time, including games. just having kid laughter again. French-speaking fitness fa- autumn family swims no matter what the With the kids all returning The house has been quiet natic. I even managed to put The Sterling Murray family – Jacqui, weather (where Frankie the dolphin came to school one of the mums at over lockdown, so having cra- on 5kg in lockdown, but I like Noah, Stevie-Bre and pup Joni, San Remo: and joined us a few times), and getting our Cowes Primary (Lorey) or- zy, happy noise in the house – to support my PT clients that “For us, life in iso (isolation) has been beautiful new pup Joni, has been filled ganised, via Facebook, a big kids calling out to each other way. the gift of a giant pause, for our little fam- with love and gratitude. thank you video to the teach- – has been great. What has changed is that ily, our little town and mother earth. There are many things I will be choos- ers and school staff. Before lockdown, we or- I really appreciate we live As much as we were scared in the be- ing to leave behind from our pre-iso busy More than 100 kids joined dered a caravan so we could in such a beautiful, peaceful ginning for those we loved – and miss our life when things return to a new kind of in, each sending a five to 10 take the family away on week- place; we’re so fortunate to be family and friends – as we settled in to our normal. second video, which were ends and Tim went and got it here and supported by friends new normal we played with the chooks Thanks Claire for this gift to our com- all collated and edited into a last week. and teachers. and painted their little home, worked on munity – shine on xx.” video collage of about 13 min- Driving it up the driveaway The medical profession in utes, which was presented to it felt like a kind of finality to Australia tell us even if there Rod (the principal) and shown all this. is a second wave we are go- in the staff room. We could have gone away ing to be ok. The doctors and Some kids did dance moves on the long weekend, but we nurses who come into the sa- or tricks on their skateboards. figured every man and his dog lon say they’re ready now. Four times as many fines Evie and Angus held up a sign would be going away, so we’ll The pandemic and lock- saying ‘thank you teachers, we go another weekend, maybe down made me realise what There have only been 16 Covid-19 related The number of fines issued did not always love you’ with the dog and cat. to Wilsons Prom to celebrate can be taken away so quickly. fines issued in Bass Coast up until May 17. correlate to the number of recorded cases in As well as doing the video, the end of all this. I feel like it has bought us all To date, the area has only recorded four an area. Lorey asked parents for do- I’m looking forward to hav- together, even as a couple Tim cases. Despite only having 18 recorded cases more nations. She thought maybe ing my personal training cli- and I have supported each A document tabled in Parliament by Vic- fines were issued in Greater Dandenong than there would be enough mon- ents in the studio again at the other more as a team. toria Police showed Bass Coast was one of Frankston, which has 40 recorded cases. In ey to take staff out to lunch, end of June. Just dropping the kids at 19 local government areas that recorded 16 Stonnington which has the second highest but in the end it went gang- I’ll have to adapt – they’ll school, normally I’d be ‘see or less fines. total of recorded cases at 94, police issued 82 busters and she got $1700 and bring their own yoga mats ya’, but now I take an extra The majority of fines were issued in the met- fines, while in Mornington, where there were so bought an art work for the and towels and I’ll clean ev- minute, breath it in, realise it’s ropolitan area, with Melbourne (590), Greater 62 recorded cases, 203 fines were issued. staff room. erything down at the end of all going to be ok and know Dandenong (333) and Frankston (297) topping There were 25 fines issued in South The teachers were all so each session. we’re very fortunate.” the list. Gippsland, which has five recorded cases. PAGE 14 -- THETHE ADVERTISER,ADVERTISER, TH WUedRSDAnesdaY, JyUN, JunE 11,e 10, 2020 2020 CORONAVIRUS LATEST LOCAL INFORMATION A new way ahead With restrictions lifting on cafes “Then the Coronavirus restrictions and restaurants, many operators are were introduced and bingo – I had to.” re-opening their doors, keen to get While she would like to make back to the ‘good old days’. changes to the store, it’s been too But for others, the Coronavirus busy to for any major renovations. lockdown meant re-evaluating their “I would like to physically change business model and they’re not look- things around, but we’ve been so ing back. busy, I don’t have the time.” The Advertiser spoke to two cafes Instead, it was a quick rearrange- that have used the lock-down time to ment of the shop, moving fridges to remodel and reimagine … and busi- the front of the store, and removing ness is thriving. two items from the menu, and they were away. A change in store “The meals are packaged up and Sean O’Brien runs the Silverleaves ready to go. They’re going out the Store. When the restrictions came door faster than we can keep up with. into place in March, he said they “I’ve not made anything different took away their chairs and tables – but now people realise that they and moved to take-away only. can take it away for dinner or lunch. “We’re working harder than ever,” I don’t think everyone realised they he said. could do that before.” As well as increasing the range of The response has been so good, pastries and cakes to complement that Liz and her team continued to their take-away coffee, they made work throughout the lock down. other changes as well. “I didn’t get Job Keeper, because my “We increased the dry goods we sales haven’t dropped at all,” she said. had on offer and our range of essen- “The team just worked on through. tial items like pasta, pasta sauces, I’m pleased I was able to do that.” bread, eggs, cheese and milk.” Despite the easing of restrictions, They also introduced fresh pro- Liz has no plans to return to table duce boxes and Friday and Sunday service, saying her small floor space, night take away meals. Elizabeth McGrath (right), pictured with staff members Jen Hodgson, Susannah Marshall said the Island Food the government requirements and The $50 boxes contain staples and Store has been busier than ever since Coronavirus restrictions were introduced. Photo: Ross McGrath. dealing with customer’s different ex- seasonal fresh produce of fruit, veg- pectations on social distancing are etables and herbs. ossobuco. away coffee, cakes and pastries, Food for thought difficult to navigate. “The meals aren’t expensive, I Sean said they are not going back to But she will continue to serve her Sean goes to the city markets to The Island Food Store was already make everything myself and the short order cooking. takeaway meals and take it day by day. buy the produce and customers pre- renowned for its delicious takeaway quality is good,” said Sean. But the produce boxes and take- “We are really busy now, but I don’t order the boxes online. meals, so when the Coronavirus re- “People understand what we are out meals will continue. imagine we will stay quite as busy. A database of regular customers strictions were imposed owner Liz trying to do.” Sean said the store’s regular cus- “I have been fortunate enough to has been established, with some McGrath said transitioning to a full Although the easing of restrictions tomers have been great and support- have long standing and very loyal people ordering weekly, while oth- takeaway service was relatively means the store could start to gradu- ive of the changes. customers who have continued to ers pick up a box as needed. straight forward. ally return to normal, Sean said the “We’ve had 95 per cent positive use my products,” she said. The Friday and Sunday $15 take- “Our business was 80 per cent lock down has given them a chance feedback. What we are doing is “When people can go out when- away dinners have also amassed a takeaway anyhow, so we stopped to forge a new direction. something that’s different to what’s ever they fancy, I’m sure it will go loyal following. table service and got rid of the tables “We’re going to be expanding on offer at other places. back the other way. But some people The idea is simple. There’s just one and chairs,” she said. the range and going into ceramics “When things get back to normal, are really uneasy and not really sure item on the menu, and “if people like Liz had actually been thinking of and kitchenware. That’s the direc- people will still be able to come in about how to be at the moment. it, they order it,” Sean said. changing the way the popular food tion we’re going with, rather than a and have coffee and cake. Or cheese “But fingers crossed … hopefully Friday night is burger night, store ran, but “never got round to café,” he said. and wine, but not necessarily in that people might have realised they can while the Sunday dinners are usu- finding a way to do it”. ally a braise, such as coq au vin, or While the store will still do take- order,” he laughed. live a different way.” Get to know your recycling Many of us are spending more time at home at the moment and, like most, you may be cooking more, ordering things online and receiving more de- liveries than usual. This means you are likely to end up with a lot more waste than you normally have. You may also find yourself wonder- ing which is the right bin to put ev- erything in. According to Matthew Peake, Exec- utive Officer for Resource Recovery Gippsland, knowing what can and can’t go into each of your bins will help make sure that what you sort for recycling is not contaminated with items that can’t be recycled. “Recycling is such an important household practice, and Gippslanders Polystyrene packaging does not belong in your recycling bin, it goes into the do a great job of it, but it can be con- landfill bin as do clothing and shoes that cannot be repaired or passed-on fusing to know exactly what should go to others. into your recycling bin. For instance, we associate plastic with recycling but householders to make use of the in- the scrunch test – if you can scrunch for some plastics there currently aren’t formation and resources ‘Know Your the plastics in your hand, they do not viable recycling options available to Recycling’ offers. go in the recycling bin. councils. “As you stand in front of your bins, Polystyrene packaging does not belong “To help households ensure that contemplating what goes where, in your recycling bin, it goes into the land- what goes into their recycling bin can there are some easy-to-remember fill bin as do clothing and shoes that can- be recycled, Sustainability Victoria tips that will help simplify your sort- not be repaired or passed-on to others. has launched ‘Know Your Recycling’,” ing process and keep some of the Households in Bass Coast are able to explained Mr Peake. most common contaminants out of put food waste into the garden organ- “A key resource offered by the cam- the recycling bin,” Mr Peake pointed ics bin which is collected each week paign is a website that allows us to out. and taken to be processed into nutri- Colourful start to school search for specific items and find out Firstly, don’t put your recycling in ent-rich compost. Garden waste goes Staff at San Remo Primary School dressed up on Tuesday morning to which bin they belong in.“ plastic bags. Place your recyclables in your green-lidded bin as well as any welcome back the grade 3, 4, 5 and 6 children. Around 25,000 tonnes of recycla- loose in your recycling bin. food that is not used as left-overs, com- “We also had music playing, which had the children coming back to bles are collected from Gippsland Following on from that, soft plas- post or to feed the worm farm. school with a big smile on their faces,” said Principal Karen Bowker. kerbsides equating to around 200kg tics like bread and pasta bags can be “What we put in our bins makes a “We had a very smooth start back with parents dropping their children per household per year. To make taken to a supermarket that offers a difference,” reinforced Mr Peake. off and thanking us for the wonderful efforts during remote learning. Gippsland’s great recycling ef- collection point or service, otherwise Get to know your recycling by vis- The children are also happy to be back!” forts even more effective, Resource these items will need to go into the iting recycling.vic.gov.au and also Recovery Gippsland encourages landfill (rubbish) bin. If in doubt, do check www.basscoast.vic.gov.au. THETHE ADVERTISER, ADVERTISER, W edTHURSDAY,nesday, JUNEJune 11,10, 2020 - PAGE 15 B G LOCAL TRADES AND SERVICES

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5 Tell us your views with a ‘Letter to the Editor’, (350 word limit). LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email [email protected] Caravan park a bad to private enterprise, not the public. Councillor Code of Conduct of the planning scheme as well as by the the nature of construction, it would There is absolutely no value for Bass Coast Shire. Berating another National Trust. be better to make it environmentally deal for ratepayers our rate money. We the rate payers – councillor for doing his job is wrong. We believe the pews are of fine friendly all timber construction but Cowes Caravan park is situated on who struggle to pay our rates – have I would say Cr Larke’s credentials craftsmanship, made by local trades- it’s more likely to be tilt slab con- Crown land, land belonging to the gained nothing and we don’t get a 20 and the fact that he works for and men and gifted to the church in the crete. Looking at recent example, tilt state of Victoria, not private enter- per cent rate discount on our rates. was elected by the ratepayers whose early part of last century. As such, slab can be relatively tall. prise. The surrounding beach front prop- money (hard earned) the council they appear to be an integral part As Cowes continues to be more and After the current lease – which was erties are all strongly encouraged to uses gives Cr Larke every right to of the church’s history and the at- more concrete and asphalt for cars, not offered for tender – was signed, protect the native vegetation grow- question the financial side of council. mosphere and tradition for worship- it’s coming time to think about how the leasees then onsold the lease for ing at the front of their properties. Maybe if all council candidates were pers. car parks are so exposed to damage a considerable sum. Strangely there is no vegetation on required to have a full and proper As a local branch of the National from extreme weather caused by cli- It was very poor business manage- the beach front of the caravan park: understanding of council’s finances Trust, we strongly encourage the mate emergency. Many people con- ment for Bass Coast and Victoria. campers enjoy an exclusive view. there wouldn’t be so much wastage retention of historic and decorative sider that cars are our most precious The only people to make a profit In addition, there has been no or financial reserves. Remember as features to our significant buildings possessions. So how about protect- were the (old leasees) and the new respect for the hooded plover and a councillor you are representing the and consider the traditional timber ing them? Heat wave season is start- leasees, not Bass Coast Shire. other wildlife on that exclusive part ratepayers in all areas of council’s pews at St Philip’s are strongly rep- ing sooner, getting hotter, lasting Bass Coast Shire provides a 20 per of the beach; no tree plantings to en- activities. resentative of your church’s historic more days in succession and a lon- cent reduction of the rates which, if courage new permanent vegetation; Mrs Gay Jolly, Cape Woolamai character. ger season. Storms are more power- you do the maths for blue chip real and no respect for the erosion on the We therefore respectfully submit ful, dangerous hail stones, blowing estate beach frontage, is way below area. St Philip’s Church heritage our views, alongside others who are all kinds of debris. Surely we can’t commercial value. Will Bass Coast Shire be prepared We wish to commend the church also concerned about the potential chop down all the trees? What other agreements have been to assist ratepayers access the beach on the recent restoration works and loss of the pews. So why not build the gym over the entered into by the shire on our be- on the Crown land on Church Street improvements, including new win- Greg Buchanan, President Bass top of the current car park? Looking half, without the proper tender pro- and protect the beachfront from on- dows. The works certainly enhance Coast Branch, National Trust of Aus- at recent tilt slab Clip and Climb, tilt cedure and with such little value for going damaging development? the historic character of the building. tralia (Victoria) slab is obviously tall enough to pro- our money? Rhonda Barnett, Cowes One aspect we find less appealing vide timber or suspended slab floor Cowes Caravan park is surrounded is the plan to remove the original Protect cars with gym three metres above ground level. So by residential properties. Although Cr Larke berated church pews and replace them with How about a little compromise with why not have cars parked under- Crown land, the surrounding area new alternative seating. the gym for Cowes Primary School neath, protected from climate catas- has no public access from Church by councillors trophe, with gym above? It’s unlikely To debate a motion at council is es- We feel the removal of the timber to make it more useful? Instead of Street to the beautiful beach front- carved pews will detract from the vandalising the small remaining to be much more expensive and will age through the park for the full rate sential, but to berate another coun- provide so much extra value for so cillor because you disagree with heritage significance of the church, bushland reserve, how about mov- paying surrounding area residents. which is recognised in Council’s ing gym slightly? If you think about many years of lifetime investment. All profits from the Crown land go the motion is not in the spirit of the Bernie McComb, Cowes

for what we have heard over the last caught from all over and even the few weeks from both land based and jetties with the tiny pinkies making boating customers. a return to large numbers again. Artificial or baited or colour There was no snapper that we doesn’t seem to matter. It’s a bit of were told of over the weekend, just a guess, trying to pick the right spot a handful of decent sized pinkies and time. around the Rhyll corals area. Around theWITH JIM’S BAIT Bay AND TACKLE While it has been all over the In between the 100s of tiny gum- place, we have had reports of excel- mies a dozen or so 3kg to 5kg ones lent quality calamari and even a few were caught and a couple of 10kg or The weather gods turned it on for though a little inconsistent. low 30cm ones. bags of 10. better models as well at Gardeners the long weekend and apart from a However, one thing that was con- The whiting came from those edg- The reports of the tuna caught over channel and Elizabeth Island. little drizzle it was almost perfect all sistent was the size of the salmon es of the common areas and slightly the last week came from a reliable For those who came into the store three days. was small, 600g to 800g. deeper. The smaller fish were around customer. over the weekend and for the last The fish gods were a little fussier With the large seas offshore over all the common spots and in shal- They were school fish and from couple of weeks we would like to with reports all over the place for the last few weeks you did need to lower water. outside the western entrance but a bit thank you for your understanding area and consistency. pick your beach or time to work Although we did see lots of whit- wider than the Christmas run of tuna. with our restricted numbers in the We did see a lot of quality fish and around the weed. We did see some ing there was inconsistency to the The other reports from offshore shop at the moment. some good bags of fish with plenty bigger salmon, but they came from reports. were limited due to the weather, but Only having a small area, we are of people fishing. the boats fishing offshore where 2kg Calamari have been frustrating all they consisted of the salmon men- restricted to four customers at a time Reports came from both the land was the common size. season and it’s been extremely difficult tioned earlier, flathead near the east- which can get challenging at times. and the boats across the weekend. Whiting reports were best from to work out the best place and time. ern entrance and off the Woolamai With the restrictions we are cur- Whiting and calamari made up lunchtime into the early afternoon in Even our regular calamari cus- surf club. rently not selling fishing licences in the majority of the reports this week the boats, fishing the high tide and tomers are finding it difficult. One There was plenty of couta if you store. If you need to update yours or from the boats, with salmon and cal- start of the run out. customer said it’s a bit like playing wanted them and were set up. need a short term one jump on to the amari the best on the land. There were a couple of land based a poker machine, the first couple of Fishing near the bay entrances, VFA web site and buy it online. The surf has been good for salm- whiting reports from Cowes and Ne- casts you seem to find one or two, you caught your share of draught You can pay with your credit on over the last couple of weeks whaven jetties. then you will spend hours and even board sharks now that the water is card or through PayPal and it is and reports for beaches over the There was some quality whiting a couple of days for nothing. cooling down. cheaper to buy the longer-term weekend were even better, al- reported although a lot of smaller, His description was almost perfect Back in the bay several couta were licences online. LOCAL TRADES AND SERVICES

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IPRCE Animals say thanks BandicootsREDUCED back Hundreds of animals injured the likes of kangaroos, wombats, in Gippsland’s summer bushfi res lizards, and even emus. have been helped by generous “The rain we have had is help- Phillip Island locals. ing, but there is still not enough from the brink About $7000 was raised through food for them all yet. various events, including a raffl e, “The money has gone to buying Scientists have declared the en- with all the money donated to so many things, cages, food sup- dangered Eastern barred bandi- three shelters. plements, including food drops coots are on the way back from Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilita- in the wild, milk powders, medi- the brink of extinction. $489,000 tion Shelter’s Colleen Ellerton- cal supplies, and construction of Researchers at Phillip Island • Near new home, ready to move in Gilbee said the shelters were “so boxes.” Nature Parks stated that the popu- • 3 bedrooms/ 2 bathrooms grateful for the support the Phillip Colleen said while almost $7000 lation of 67 bandicoots released • Situated in the Shoalhaven Estate Island community gave them. was raised – mostly from Cowes on the Island in 2017 has grown to “They were brought to tears, be- Pet Shop and Island Paw Prints – about 300 animals. cause as shelters we get very little supplies were also donated. While Phillip Island Nature support and any support is so ap- Colleen did not take any of the Parks’ visitor attractions were WE HAVE CASH preciated,” Colleen said. funds for her own shelter, which closed to help slow the spread of The three shelters – in Bairn- she continues to run outside her coronavirus,IPRCE the organisation con- BUYERS READY sdale, Tooradin and one the out- full-time job, taking up to six calls tinued to implement its on-ground skirts of Melbourne – all care for a day. conservationREDUCED and research activi- TO PURCHASE fi re-affected wildlife, with one “Although during COVID-19 ties, including signifi cant work of these doing fortnightly feed restrictions roadkills and rescue to stop the impact of feral cats, NOW! drops around Cann River, in East calls have been reduced, which is which are a threat to bandicoots, Gippsland, to shelters caring for lovely.” penguins and shearwater birds. The recent results of trap-and-re- lease of microchipped bandicoots Phillip Island golf Thursday, May 28 – Men’s Stabl- also revealed the animals have eford: Winner was Steven Duggan H/c RENTALS Tuesday, June 2 – Men’s Stableford: (6) with 37 points from Fred Adern H/c spread at least 4km from their Winner was Kevin Rosen H/c (28) with (15) with 36 points. original transplanted home in the UND RE AVAILABLE NOW 38 points on a countback from Stephen 9 Hole competition winner was Bob wild, including across farmland. Mack H/c (17) also with 38 points. Pascoe with 12 points. EDPhillip EDRUC Island Nature Parks’ Dep- CONTR TAC Hole competition winner was Ray Saturday, May 29 – Men’s April uty Director of Research Dr Dun- Reid with 21 points. Monthly Medal – Sponsored by Mel- canPR Sutherland CEI said the project to A project to establish bandicoots Wednesday, June 3 – Ladies 3 Person bourne Brick. establish bandicoots on Phillip Is- on Phillip Island has now met the Ambrose: Winners were Jeanette Diss, A Grade winner and Monthly Med- land has now met the key criteria of key criteria of success after two Jo Disher and Inge Royce – 64 5/6 nett – al winner – Matt Brown H/c (12) – 68 success after two and a half years. and a half years. Great score ladies – blitzed it. points. “Successful establishment on BDL: Ros Reid, Anne Sherwood and FFERSO A Grade runner up – Scott Fullarton Phillip Island is a huge step towards nearby Churchill Island in 2015. Sheryl Smith – 71.5. H/c (7) – 70 points. N TIVI ED Zoe Frost, Sherrill Brunsden and Jill B Grade winner – Chris Zoanetti securing this species from extinc- Then in 2017, 67 eastern barred Tyrell – 72 1/3. H/c(14) – 71 points. tion,’’ Dr Sutherland said. “We’re bandicoots were relocated onto Cheryl White, Jill Zelman and Pat B Grade runner up – Mark Jamieson successfully reversing the decline.’’ Phillip Island, which was declared Rose – 72 2/3. H/c(15) – 72 points on a countback. The success of the program fox-free earlier that same year. Di Ray, Anne Balfe and Barb Haydon C Grade winner and runner up – Stu- means that the Eastern barred The release was signifi cant be- – 72 2/3. art Crawford H/c(19) – 70 points. bandicoots’ listing on the threat- cause while there are no foxes on Alice Schofi eld, Rhonda Boyd and C Grade runner up – Mark Reid ened species list could be re- Phillip Island, the animals for the Sue Brown – 72 5/6. H/c(26) – 71 points. viewed in the future,Open Dr Saturday Suther- fi fromrst time 2pm had to contend with feral Winner of the Walton knockout semi- 9 Hole winner was John Rodakis land said. The Eastern barred cats. Last year bandicoots were fi nal today was Lorraine Hammon on with 19 points. bandicoots were wiped out in Vic- also released on French Island but 15th. Congratulations Lorraine, and Next Saturday’s event – June Month- toria by foxes and habitat loss and it is too early to say if that pro- commiserations to Mary Whelan, well ly Medal sponsored by Phillip Island 2/2 HONEYSUCKLE GROVE, SILVERLEAVES only existed in sanctuaries on the gram has been a success. done for getting this far. Service Centre. • 2 Bed/1 bath $285pw The fi nal of the Walton Knockout at Ladies competition - Ladies Stabl- mainland since 1991. Eastern barred bandicoots this stage will be held next Wednesday, eford. In collaboration with the East- live for up to three years in the hitting off prior to the fi eld. Winner was Jeanette Diss H/c (20) ern barred bandicoot (EBB) Re- wild, breeding from three to four 22 SUNSET DRIVE, SUNSET STRIP Best of luck to both fi nalists, Lesley with 34 points from Stacey Meder H/c covery Team, a trial release of 20 months and have up to fi ve litters • 4 Bed/2 Bath $350pw Meadowcroft and Lorraine Hammon. (29) with 32 points. bandicoots was established on of one to three young a year.

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