The Weekly Advertiser – Wednesday, January 17, 2018

Making a difference

BY SARAH SCULLY

Horsham’s

latest Australia Day award winners are strong believers they get more out of volunteering than what they put in.

Horsham’s 2018 Citizen of the Year Ian Walter, 77, and Young Citizen of the Year Dustin Cross, 21, boast an extensive list of achievements.

But it is their love of their community and a desire to pitch in where needed that drives their ongoing commitment to making a difference, no matter how big or small.

Horsham Rural City Council leaders will officially recognise the pair at an Australia Day ceremony at Sawyer Park on January 26.

The awards recognise and honour individials and groups who have made an outstanding contribution to their community.

Mr Walter, who has been an active Country Fire Authority volunteer for more than 60 years, said he was shocked to learn of his accolade.

“I’ve been referee to some other people who received it, but it’s definitely something I didn’t set out to achieve, I assure you,” he said.

“I just enjoy doing things for the community and you get out of it more than you put in, most of the time.”

Horsham mayor Pam Clarke said Mr Walter had made a significant contribution to the Horsham district community throughout many years.

“He has been a volunteer and member of various groups and associations demonstrating strong community involvement, particularly in the role of chairman of Horsham Emergency Food Centre,” she said.

“He is well respected among the community and is a very worthy recipient of this award.”

Mr Walter has chaired the food centre committee for the past decade.

“The food centre is one of the success stories of Horsham,” he said.

“It’s been going for coming up 20 years and is a very, very worthwhile organisation. It helps a lot of people, not only in Horsham, but the whole Wimmera.”

Mr Walter said the centre had about 60 volunteers on its books.

“I believe it’s bought all the churches together in Horsham,” he said.

“Nobody knows who belongs where a lot of the time and it doesn’t make any difference.”

Mr Walter has also volunteered his time for Horsham’s Holy Trinity Lutheran Church,

Sunnyside Lutheran Retirement Village and Horsham Agricultural Society.

He is a member of Dooen and District 17 headquarters brigades and is secretary of Horsham Group of Fire Brigades.

His long and dedicated service was recognised with a prestigious Australian Fire Services Medal in 2010.

“With CFA I’ve got to know people all over Victoria,” Mr Walter said.

“It’s just one of those things, it doesn’t matter where you go, there’s always somebody mixed up with the CFA.”

The former shearer and stock and wool manager is also a Horsham Agricultural Society councillor.

“I was asked to give a hand with the fleece competition at Horsham Show and I was gently handballed the job of chief steward,” he said.

Mr Walter thanked the people who nominated him for the Australia Day honour.

“In any of these organisations, you’re only ever a very small part of a team,” he said.

“That’s probably a cliché, but that’s the way it is.”

Young citizen

Mr Cross also volunteers his time as a Horsham Agricultural Society councillor and has a long involvement with the Horsham Show.

“I’ve been involved in the show for about 10 years because mum’s always had something to do with it – because mum always has to have something to do with everything that goes on in this town,” he said.

“In a way I have mum to thank a lot because I wouldn’t achieve half of what I have without her putting my name down or saying to someone, ‘my son will do it’.”

Mr Cross said his mother, Andrea, encouraged him to apply for the Victorian Apprentice-Trainee of the Year award.

“I wasn’t even going to fill out a form and mum said I should do it,” he said.

“I said, ‘don’t worry about it, I’m just going to be a shearer’ and she said, ‘no, let’s do it’. So I did and ended up coming out with a great result.”

Mr Cross won the Victorian award in October and went on to win the national accolade in November.

He now wants to champion hands-on training pathways to employment.

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HUMBLED: Dustin Cross and Ian Walter are Horsham Rural City’s 2018 Australia Day Award winners.

BY SARAH SCULLY

Horsham

Rural City mayor

Solar farms move ahead Money to grow wineries

Pam Clarke hopes the green lighting of two major solar farms set to generate almost 300 jobs in the region is the tip of the iceberg.

The council has approved separate planning permit applications for a $300-million solar farm at Murra Warra, north of Horsham, and a $170-million solar farm at Riverside, east of the city.

“To have 390,000 panels at Riverside and 900,000-plus at Murra Warra is fantastic for the region,” Cr Clarke said.

“With a combined total investment of $470-million, incorporating up to 1,290,000 solar panels, the new solar farms will generate substantial economic activity during the initial construction phase and with their ongoing operations.”

Leading Australian solar farm developer ESCO Pacific is planning a 196-hectare project on the corner of Horsham-Lubeck and Riverside East roads, next to an electrical terminal substation.

Project leaders chose the site for its proximity to the AusNet Services network, good road network access and relatively flat land.

The project will create about 150 jobs during construction and up to four full-time and eight part-time positions when operational.

After establishing a wind farm at Ararat and receiving the go-ahead for a similar project at Murra Warra, Renewable Energy Systems Australia has turned its attention to a 370-hectare solar project.

The Murra Warra Solar and Storage Project involves generating electricity through the use of solar photovoltaic, PV, panels.

Energy will also be stored and dis-

patched later through the use of banks of lithium-ion batteries. The farm could generate up to 120 jobs during construction and three full-time equivalent jobs when operational.

The project will be co-located with the proposed Murra Warra Wind Farm, set to undergo construction early this year.

RES Australia leaders have said once permission for the solar project was granted, construction could start in late 2018.

The project land is co-located in Horsham and Yarriambiack municipalities.

Yarriambiack Shire Council approved a planning permit in December.

Cr Clarke said both RES Australia and ESCO Pacific could now make

submissions to the Victorian Renewable Energy Auction Scheme, VREAS.

“The scheme was launched in November and aims to support achievement of Victorian Renewable Energy Targets, which is to ensure 25 percent of the state’s electricity generation comes from renewable sources by 2020, rising to 40 percent by 2025,” she said.

Cr Clarke said successful applicants would be announced in July.

She said proponents were required to demonstrate their ability to engage with communities and neighbours.

“Both companies have been keeping council and the community informed,” she said.

“I know they have both been in dis-

cussions with surrounding landowners to ensure they are fully informed about the projects and I have not heard of any major objections to either project.”

Cr Clarke said the Wimmera was establishing itself as a prime candidate for renewable energy production.

“The Horsham municipality and the wider region are prime areas for solar and wind farm development,” she said.

“Our region is very flat, so solar panels will get maximum benefits from the sun.

“We just need to make sure we have the right infrastructure in place so power can go from western Victoria into Melbourne or South Australia for sale.”

Walter, Cross simply happy to help

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The Longerenong College graduate is passionate about the agriculture industry and encouraging people to get the most out of life.

He is also involved in NoradjuhaQuantong Football Netball Club and Zion Lutheran Church, Vectis.

Mr Cross said he was excited about taking on the under-14 football coaching role this season.

“It’s the first step to one day being a senior coach,” he said.

“I love that club with every inch of

my body. My family has no ties to it – I don’t have a great-grandfather who played there or anything – I just really love the club.

“Whenever there’s something to be done there’s no ifs or buts or crying about it, you just get in there and help out and get it done.”

Mr Cross said he believed a lot of people who volunteered these days were looking for a pat on the back.

“The mindset for some people these days is they either want praise to do it or they’re too good to do it,” he said.

“As a little country town I think we need more people willing to give you the shirt off your back rather than charge you for it.”

Community event

Horsham’s Tri State Games 2017 management committee will also be honoured on Australia Day after winning the Community Event of the Year award.

Cr Clarke congratulated everyone involved in the games, a sporting event for disability organisations throughout Victoria, New South Wales and South

Australia. “The 2017 event was the biggest Tri State Games to date and it would not have been possible without the support of the many community volunteers who helped out,” she said.

“This was the third year Horsham hosted the Tri State Games and we congratulate all involved in delivering this outstanding event.”

• For more information about Australia Day activities in Horsham and throughout the Wimmera, see next week’s edition of The Weekly Advertiser.

Grampians and Pyrenees wineries will share in a $200,000 State Government boost to help grow tourism and cellar door sales.

Agriculture Minister Jaala Pulford announced the government would help further 10 projects in the region as part of its Wine Growth Fund.

The fund aims to develop and sustainably grow the wine industry in Victoria by providing innovative growers, organisations and projects with money to build both domestic and international markets.

“This fund is helping producers, intermediaries and representative bodies maximise the opportunities available to better market and export some of Australia’s best wine,” Ms Pulford said.

“Wine from the Grampians and Pyrenees area is loved in Victoria and across the nation and is renowned for its quality – now we’re taking it to the world.”

The grants will also help recipients improve strategic planning and marketing and improve vineyard production.

Grampians Estate will use its grant towards a feasibility study to extend its existing cellar door at Great Western.

Eversley-based SubRosa will put its funding towards digital marketing upskilling and a website upgrade.

Other successful projects include: Blue Pyrenees Estate, wine education centre; Grape Farm Winery, commercial kitchen; Makakoff Estate Vineyard, biodynamic wine innovations; Pyrenees Grape Growers and Winemakers Association, promotion of 2018 Avoca Food and Wine Festival and resourcing for co-ordination and participation in local and international trade fairs; Quartz Hill Wines, new straw bale cellar door at the vineyard; Summerfield Winery, extension of cellar door’s café area and increased food offerings; Visit Ballarat, project manager to implement recommendations from recently completed Grampians Pyrenees Wine Tourism and Culinary Master Plan 2017-20.

A total of 65 projects across Victoria were successful in round two of the fund, with grants totalling $1,184,793 supporting total project costs of $3,878,212.

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$20-million plan

BY SARAH SCULLY

Wimmera leaders have welcomed a $20-million Western Highway upgrade to improve road safety between Stawell and the South Australian border.

Redevelopment of a key Horsham intersection is among major works for the project, due to be completed in late 2020.

Horsham Rural City mayor Pam Clarke said she was pleased to see plans to improve the roundabout at O’Callaghan Parade, Stawell Road and McPherson Street.

“It is going to become a ‘teardrop’ intersection, which will make it a lot easier for people to go through it,” she said.

“It will especially benefit interstate travellers, giving them a clear way through Horsham.

“It will also benefit the Horsham community, helping them get through the intersection safely – there are accidents at that roundabout all the time.”

The Western Highway project is designed to improve driving conditions for motorists, motorcyclists and truck drivers and will include intersection upgrades, slip lanes and road rehabilitation.

VicRoads acting regional director Mal Kersting said the $20-million program would ‘attend to quite a few problems’.

“We will be reconstructing quite a few sections of the highway, including areas that have been damaged because water has gotten beneath the seal, or by heavy traffic,” he said.

“Our focus will be doing all of these works as quickly as possible.

“We will also be upgrading some intersections to make them safer and easier to use.”

Northern Grampians mayor Tony Driscoll said the continued upgrade of the Western Highway was vital for traffic flow in the region.

“It’s critical in encouraging people to come to our region,” he said.

“Apart from Stawell you’ve got Halls Gap and further to Horsham.

“This work is critical if our community and our region is to thrive, so we certainly commend the government for getting on with it again.

“This can only benefit everyone, there’s no doubt about that.”

Work to upgrade the highway between Stawell and the South Australian border is the latest in a long-term project to improve road safety in western Victoria.

The highway is being progressively duplicated between Ballarat and Stawell.

Bypass planning for Horsham, Ararat and Beaufort is also underway.

Victorian Roads and Road Safety Minister Luke Donnellan, who announced the start of work on the project during a visit to Stawell on Monday, said the latest upgrade would further improve the highway’s safety and reliability.

“Drivers have already seen the benefits of the 55 kilometres of the highway that’s already been duplicated and we’ll continue to build a better Western Highway to support local communities and jobs throughout western Victoria,” he said.

Federal Member for Mallee Andrew Broad said the upgrades would help to significantly reduce the number of serious crashes recorded on this section of the highway in recent years.

“Between 2012 and 2017, there were 102 crashes on the Western Highway between Stawell and the South Australian border, including seven fatalities and 52 serious injuries, which demonstrates why these upgrades are a major priority for the Australian government,” he said.

Early works are underway, with major construction due to start in mid-January.

Cr Clarke called on Wimmera residents and visitors to be mindful of the development.

“There is going to be a lot of work on the highway in the next three years and I’d just like to encourage people to be patient,” she said.

Plea to support community ball

Harrow Tussock Jumpers

Bachelor and Spinster Ball organisers have called on Wimmera people to help keep the long-running community event alive.

The ball has run for 19 years and raised more than $250,000 for community groups.

The annual two-day festival, featuring live music, food and bar facilities is on this weekend.

The event will again be on the banks of the Glenelg River.

Committee member Michelle Penrose said loyal attendees

would arrive from near and far throughout this week, setting up camp before Saturday night’s official opening.

“It really is the highlight of the year in Harrow – our population more than triples for the weekend and everyone brings their own style and story,” she said.

“All of the ticket money goes back into the community, so it’s a party with a purpose, but we’ve had a few hard years and the cost of running it continues to climb. We had to think long and hard about whether it was feasible this year.”

Ms Penrose said the ball needed to attract at least 600 people.

“Last year it dropped back to 450,” she said.

“It would be amazing to build those numbers up again and plan a whopper event to mark our 20th anniversary next year.”

Tickets cost $150, which includes entertainment, unlimited drinks, food and access to camping facilities and amenities for the weekend.

People can search Tussock Jumpers Ball 2018 on Facebook for information about buying tickets.

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Money for youth engagement

BY SARAH SCULLY

Four Wimmera organisations have welcomed a share of $550,000 to engage youth and encourage their active participation in the community.

Member for Western Victoria Jaala Pulford said five projects in Ararat, Stawell, St Arnaud and Horsham would receive a slice of the State Government’s $12.3-million Engage! 201820 program.

Wimmera funding includes: $120,000 for Central Grampians Local Learning and Employment Network’s Youth Engage Ararat program, and $90,000 for its Youth Engage Stawell program; $100,000 for Horsham Rural City’s Young Generation program; $150,000 for Northern Gram-

Road damage

Ararat Rural City Council staff are repairing damage to sealed roads in the municipality.

During the past month, several sealed roads have deteriorated, resulting in ‘major potholes’ forming.

Council staff have attributed the deterioration to increased heavy vehicle movements associated with harvest and the traffic detours in place due to VicRoads’ bridgeworks at Rossbridge.

The council’s works department is currently completing dig-out and patching repairs along Mount William Road, Delacombe Way, Tatyoon North Road and Tatyoon Road.

Council staff have encouraged drivers take care on these roads until works have been completed.

People can call the council’s customer service department on 5355 0200 to report other areas of failure.

Brigade support

Volunteer firefighting brigades in the Wimmera, Mallee and Grampians can apply for grants of up to $250,000 to improve equipment and facilities.

Member for Western Victoria Jaala Pulford said Country Fire Authority leaders would administer the $10-million State Government program. She said the program would support vital volunteer brigade equipment and facility upgrades, as well as regional programs that strengthened volunteerism and brigade culture.

“I encourage brigades in western Victoria to take advantage of this new program and apply right away,” she said.

She said people could visit cfa.vic. gov.au for more information.

pians Shire Council’s Igniting Youth Community Leadership program; and $90,000 for St Arnaud Neighbourhood House for its Pathways and Community Connections program.

“These five programs in the Wimmera will help local youth with the hands-on experiences they need to achieve their personal and professional goals and I encourage more young people to get involved,” Ms Pulford said.

Central Grampians LLEN executive officer James Skene said the funding would be used for events and programs in Stawell and Ararat.

“It is a huge program that contains a lot of stuff for very little money,” he said.

“The focus is on connecting young

people to the community, encouraging active participation and providing support for 12 to 25-year olds.

“Receiving the funding is great because it means we can run different programs for young people they would not have access to otherwise.”

Engage! helps young people to strengthen their education, training and employment pathways, and improve their health and wellbeing.

Young people are a key part of developing and delivering Engage! projects, which are aimed at a diversity of youth, including Aboriginal young people, young people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI young people, young people with disabilities and young people living in rural and regional Victoria.

YOUNG PERFORMERS:

The Dancers Zone in Horsham is promoting its baby ballet classes with free sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings for a short time.

Pictured enjoying the classes are, clockwise from above, Scarlotte Williams; Emily Chambers; and sisters Claire and Heidi Rethus.

Pictures: PAUL CARRACHER

Mr Skene said he looked forward to working with the region’s youth to determine how the funding would be used.

“They bring ideas to us,” he said.

“For example, youth in Stawell said there was nothing in the town for them to do on Friday nights, so we came up with Funky Fridays.

“They run at the Powerhouse on Friday nights and include different activities. They might have a disco one night, or a chilled out night learning to make pizzas.

“The Engage! program is a great opportunity for young people to have a say about what they want to be educated about and what sort of activities they would like to participate in. We also run a lot of programs in schools.”

Ms Pulford said Engage! supported the State Government’s ongoing commitment to better connecting young people with their communities, as outlined in the government’s Youth Policy: Building Stronger Youth Engagement.

She said the youth policy also supported young people to have a say and participate in decision-making on government policy and practices.

“I look forward to seeing more local young people participating in Engage! programs, building their skills and connecting with our vibrant community,” Ms Pulford said.

People can visit youthcentral.vic. gov.au for more information about the government’s youth policy.

Potential fire risk

Member for Lowan Emma Kealy has called on the State Government to take urgent action to fund the slashing of roadsides across the region.

Ms Kealy said the fire risk posed by vegetation growing on roadsides was a major concern to residents.

“I have been contacted by a number of residents who are concerned about the lack of roadside slashing. It is essential the Labor government provides the funding needed,” she said.

“Some roadside slashing has been undertaken by VicRoads, however, budget cuts by Labor means less slashing has been done over the past few years compared with previously.”

Ms Kealy said in the aftermath of Black Saturday, the Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission had highlighted the importance of clearing vegetation from roadsides.

She said the commission’s final report summary noted: “In the case of bushfires, roads and roadsides can be important fuel breaks, so road managers need to reduce the fuel levels in preparation for the fire season.”

Ms Kealy said State Government funding cuts had evidently reduced VicRoads’ capacity to undertake slashing across the region.

“Labor is brushing off the concerns of residents who are worried about the fire risk caused by poorly maintained roadsides,” she said.

“The Andrews Labor Government must immediately reverse its reduction in funding for roadside slashing to reduce the risk of fire and danger to local lives.”

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Life governorship for Pope

Long-serving Ararat doctor Derek Pope was awarded a Life Governorship of East Grampians Health Service at its annual meeting.

ics and obstetrics as well as general practitioner work.

Dr Pope was a member of the East Grampians Health Service board for many years and has been visiting Willaura Healthcare since the late Dr Graeme Bertuch retired.

There he provides medical services to patients, residents and community members.

On receiving his Life Governorship, Dr Pope thanked board president Matthew Wood, board members and East Grampians Health Service chief executive Nick Bush for what he described as an ‘unexpected award’.

“It is a great honour to receive this,” he said.

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Dr Pope has worked as a doctor at Ararat Medical Centre for more than 30 years, first arriving in Ararat to work as what was then called a GP Registrar in 1985. He was invited to join the Ararat Medical Centre practice and returned to Ararat in 1986.

During his time in Ararat, Dr Pope has worked in anaesthet-

Dr Pope has a great interest in amateur theatre and once attended a patient in urgent care dressed as ‘Fagin’ from the musical ‘Oliver’ – complete with beard.

“I don’t think people realise how lucky we are to have the hospital we have, and lucky that we have the working relationship between the medical services, paramedic services and nursing services.”

Drinking water for Mallee towns

Residents of Mallee townships of Brim, Beulah, Sea Lake and Woomelang are set to receive a drinking water supply by the end of 2018.

GWMWater managing director Mark Williams said work on a new 132-kilometre pipeline would start early this year.

The pipeline will run from Warracknabeal to Sea Lake, via Brim, Beulah, Hopetoun and Woomelang.

“The option of a pipeline was evaluated against the cost of building water treatment plants in the towns and treating water locally, and proved to be the most cost effective solution,” Mr Williams said.

“The provision of drinking water is being reinstated in the towns of Beulah, Brim and Woomelang that were downgraded to regulated supplies in 2011.

“This is a great initiative that is being welcomed by our customers.

“Not only does it provide these townships with drinking quality water, it has the potential to attract newcomers and business to the towns.”

Mr Williams said the pipeline water would be sourced from Lake Bellfield in the Grampians

and would be treated according to Australian Drinking Water Guidelines at Warracknabeal Water Treatment Plant.

“GWMWater has been working with rural landowners along the proposed route in readiness for contractor Mitchell Water Australia to start works as early as February,” he said.

Mr Williams said once the drinking water supply has been declared, Brim, Beulah, Sea Lake and Woomelang would move from a nondrinking water supply or partially treated water supply tariff to a potable – drinking – water supply tariff, the same as all other towns receiving potable water, such as Horsham, Warracknabeal and Birchip.

“GWMWater looks forward to delivering this important project to our customers and providing a secure, safe and high-quality drinking water supply to Brim, Beulah, Sea Lake and Woomelang,” he said.

He said GWMWater would update customers as works progressed through future media releases, online at www.gwmwater.org.au and on social media platforms Facebook and Twitter.

People can also call GWMWater’s Customer Call Centre on 1300 659 961 during business hours for more information.

NBN information sessions

National Broadband Network representatives will speak with Wimmera people about the network’s rollout during visits to Horsham, Warracknabeal and Ararat.

Representatives will be in Ararat and Horsham today and Warracknabeal tomorrow to provide information about what residents and businesses should consider before they order an NBN-powered plan from a phone or internet provider.

Head of NBN local Victoria and Tasmania Ebony Aitken said participants would also have an opportunity to get a real-life experience of the benefits of the NBN Sky Muster satellite service via the Sky Muster truck.

“The custom-made vehicle carries a portable satellite antenna that allows visitors to get hands-on with services over the NBN access network via a wi-fi hotspot powered by the SkyMuster service,” she said.

The Ararat session will be at Ritchie’s IGA Supermarket car park from 9am to noon, with

the Horsham session at the corner of Roberts Avenue and Firebrace Street from 2pm to 4pm.

Tomorrow’s session will be at Warracknabeal Visitor Information Centre from 9am to noon.

Ms Aitken said the community information sessions were part of the NBN’s commitment to improving customer experience on the NBN access network for regional and remote Australia.

“The rollout of the NBN access network is one of the biggest transformations to Australia’s telecommunications industry to ever occur – it represents significant change for consumers and businesses as they make the move to the new network,” she said.

“We are committed to providing answers to the questions residents and businesses want to know about the NBN access network and the factors which influence the speed of their internet service.”

People can visit find www.nbn co.com.au/switch to find out if they are eligible to connect and

register for email updates by using the ‘check your address’ function.

Ms Aitken said the rollout of the NBN broadband access network was well advanced across the Wimmera.

More than 7800 homes and businesses in Horsham can order an NBN-powered plan from a phone or internet provider.

Construction is underway to connect an additional 7100 homes and businesses in parts of Warracknabeal, Nhill, Stawell and St Arnaud to the NBN broadband access network.

“It is expected they will be able to order an NBN-powered plan from a phone or internet provider from the middle of the year,” Ms Aitken said.

“Construction is expected to start in the coming months to connect about 4000 homes and businesses at Edenhope and Ararat to the NBN broadband access network. It is expected they will be able to order an NBN-powered plan starting in September.”

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pool party last week. Enjoying the afternoon of fun are, clockwise from above, Jack McAuliffe and Austin Simpson on the inflatables; Jake, Sierra and Brooke McCartney; Tim Baker and his daughter Maisey; and Jimi and Jasmine Smyrk. The centre will host two inflatable pool parties this week, on Thursday and Sunday Pictures: PAUL

Money for swimming centres

Horsham and Murtoa residents and visitors will soon benefit from upgraded swimming pools.

The State Government has provided a $400,000 boost for the aquatic facilities.

Member for Western Victoria Jaala Pulford said Horsham Rural City Council would use a $200,000 grant to replace the concrete hob surrounding the city’s 50-metre Olympic pool with a wet deck.

“This boost will go a long way towards helping cater for the growing number of people keen to get involved in swimming in the Wimmera,” she said.

Horsham mayor Pam Clarke thanked the minister for the money.

“It will make such a difference for the community,” she said.

“It’s all part of the master plan for the pool, which will

see one third of the outdoor pool under cover and a splash park installed.

“We have everything ready to go, we just have to organise contracts.”

A further $200,000 has been approved for Yarriambiack Shire to construct new change rooms at Murtoa Swimming Pool.

Ms Pulford said the upgrade would incorporate disabled toilet and shower facilities, an office, kiosk and first aid area.

“Grassroots sporting clubs and facilities like the Horsham and Murtoa pools are the lifeblood of our towns and they deserve modern, accessible and safe facilities,” she said.

“We’re working hard to give more people in places such as Horsham and Murtoa the opportunity to embrace a more active and healthy lifestyle at their pool.”

WATER FUN: Skye and Marley Walker, above, and Lexi and Prue

Heard, right, splash around at Horsham Aquatic Centre’s Hawaiianthemed pool party. Pictures: PAUL CARRACHER

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Taskforce offers healthy challenge

Wimmera Drug Action Taskforce leaders have encouraged the region’s residents to ‘pause for a cause’ by signing up for Febfast.

Febfast, powered by Youth Support and Advocacy Service, offers people an opportunity to take a break from alcohol, sugar or something of their choice for the month of February, in support of disadvantaged young people across the country.

Participants register to take on the challenge and raise money for disadvantaged youth, which funds youth workers to provide support, programs and services.

Taskforce co-ordinator Sally Pymer said Febfast was a great way for people to do something positive for their health while raising money for a good cause.

“Originally people were asked to abstain from alcohol for the month, but as the years have progressed new and different challenges have been added to the list,” she said.

“In 2018, suggested challenges include giv-

ing up alcohol, sugar, inactivity, meat, or your pick – so you can really give up anything for the month.”

Mrs Pymer said in the past couple of years, Wimmera Drug Action Taskforce members and Grampians Community Health staff had given up alcohol, coffee, sugar and social media.

“It has been an interesting experience and members will be involved again this year,” she said.

“Past participants have noticed benefits to their health in abstaining from something for the month.

“Some have even continued to abstain for up to two years when that was not the original plan.”

Mrs Pymer said giving up something for a month could be used as a trial to giving up something permanently.

“Four weeks is a challenge but it also gives someone time to notice the benefits,” she said.

“So, why not give Febfast a go and try tackling an unhealthy habit for the month?”

People can visit www.febfast.org.au for more information or to register.

New courses at third age university

Horsham’s University of the Third Age will host its 2018 enrolment day tomorrow.

President Bob McIlvena said the committee had been busy preparing the university’s rooms at Horsham Railway Station for the new year.

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Existing applications are still being considered and you need not reapply.

“As well as the continuation of past courses there will be additions for people to choose from.”

Classes include local history, nature watch, tai chi, gardening and classic movies, among others.

“We look forward to seeing not only our current members but also welcoming new ones,” he said.

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Horsham ready for world grand prix

Some of Australia’s best glider pilots will descend on Horsham at the weekend to compete in the ninth World FAI Sailplane Grand Prix series.

The sailplane event will kick off a massive three weeks of racing at Horsham Aerodrome.

Horsham Flying Club president Arnold Niewand said he was excited to welcome the sport’s elite to the Wimmera.

Federation Aerionautique Internationale, FAI, the world’s premier air sports organisation, offered the Horsham club back-to-back World Sailplane Grand Prix legs following the success of an initial event in Horsham in 2016. The Horsham event is the sole Australian leg of the series.

Mr Niewand said organisers looked forward to an action-packed week.

“The grand prix is the formula one of glider racing,” he said.

“It is an international event so we have places for international pilots, but unfortunately none of them have taken us up on it.

“A maximum of 20 pilots can take part and we have 10 signed up at the moment. We don’t have a big field, but we have a quality field.”

Entrants include multi-winning state gliding champions, a former Qantas pilot and the former head of the RAAF.

“The grand prix will feature the fastest and latest gliders and they will all be starting at the same time,” Mr Niewand said.

“They will start in full view of spectators at the aerodrome and then fly around certain checkpoints at various towns around Horsham.

“There will be public viewing

areas at the airfield so people can come along and see the start and finish.”

Mr Niewand said grand prix racing required great concentration and skill as pilots sought out and tried to make the best use of available energy in the air.

“At the same time they need to employ tactics to gain an edge over other competitors,” he said.

Pilots will participate in practice days on Saturday and Sunday, with the competition to run from Monday to Sunday, January 28. Each day brings a different race around a closed course of about 200 kilometres.

Races usually take about two hours depending on weather conditions. Each race starts with the race director opening a five-kilometre long start line.

“The start line provides an exciting spectacle with all the competitors streaming through the start together,”

Geoff Brown

Geoff Brown joined the Royal Australian Air Force in February 1980 after completing an engineering degree.

He graduated from No. 111 pilots course in 1981 and was initially posted to 12SQN Amberley to fly Chinooks.

After three years at 12SQN he was posted to 2FTS Pearce and spent 18 months as a flying instructor before being posted to Central Flying School, East Sale, in 1986.

While at CFS he was a member of the Roulettes aerobatic display team, from 1987-89.

He led the last Macchi team before it transitioned to the PC-9.

In 1990, Brown was posted to Williamtown for a Hornet conversion and then completed a short tour at 77SQN.

On promotion to squadron leader in 1991, he was posted to 75SQN Tindal as a flight commander.

In 1993, Brown was then posted to 77SQN as executive officer.

He completed RAAF Staff College in 1995 and was posted to Headquarters Air Command as Staff Officer Operational Evaluation.

From 1997 to 2000, Brown commanded

Mr Niewand said. “Once across the start line the pilots choose their own route, seeking out the best energy to each of the mandatory points they must pass.

“The successful passage of these points is verified by information from flight recorders carried in each glider. Having passed each point, they must cross the finish line to record their speed.”

Mr Niewand said the race winner was the pilot who selected the best route and made most efficient use of the available energy in the sky to finish first across the line.

“This requires excellent piloting skills to identify and use the thermal currents that will give them altitude that is then converted into speed,” he said. “Winning the race requires a pilot to formulate a strategy that suits his or her competitive style – some like to

No. 3 Squadron, then completed F-111 conversion and assumed the position of Officer Commanding No. 82 Wing in December 2000.

In 2003, he commanded all F/A-18 and C-130 operations in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

He received a Member of the Order of Australia and a Legion of Merit for his

race ahead while others might wish to fly more conservatively and wait for the leaders to make a mistake.”

On each race day, the top 10 pilots are awarded points according to their position. The pilot who collects the most points by the end of the contest is the winner.

Mr Niewand said real-time internet coverage of daily competitions would allow people worldwide to log in to view progress.

Following the Horsham leg, the grand prix will head overseas. The world final will be in Cerdanya, Spain, in June 2019.

Following the grand prix, Horsham Flying Club will turn its attention to a Victorian Soaring Association Horsham Coaching Week from January 29 to February 2, followed by Horsham Week Gliding Competition from February 3 to 10.

service in the operation. He was Officer Commanding Airborne Early Warning and Control Systems Program Office from June 2003 until December 2004 and spent 2005 at the Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies.

He then commanded Air Combat Group throughout 2006.

From January 2007 until June 2008 he was Director-General Capability Planning in Air Force Headquarters.

He was the Deputy Chief of Air Force from June 30, 2008 to July 3, 2011. Brown was appointed Chief of Air Force on July 4, 2011 and served in that role until July 2015.

He was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia, AO, during his term as Chief of Air Force.

He is currently chairman of the Sir Richard Williams Foundation, chairman of Advisory Board for CAE Asia-Pacific, director of Lockheed Martin Australia, director of Electro-Optic Systems and principal of GCB Stratos Consulting.

He lives in Canberra with his wife and two sons.

His main sporting passion is sailplane racing.

Terry Cubley

Benalla resident Terry Cubley was 15 when he tried gliding –and has never stopped.

The five-time nationals champion was 22 when he entered the national competition for the first time.

At 28 he represented Australia for the first time and has now flown in seven world championships.

Grand prix racing with its fast speed and excitement attracted Cubley to the Horsham event.

Cubley is a member of Australia’s largest club, the Gliding Club of Victoria, situated at Benalla. Having just joined the club, Cubley said many members were familiar to him because he had met them in flying competitions throughout the years.

Cubley is a ‘semi professional’ over summer, working part time for Gliding Federation of Australia as GFA’s executive officer.

He has flown various gliders, starting in a Vasama, then a Kestrel 17, followed by a Nimbus 2, a Jantar STD 2, an LS3 and now a Ventus 2cx3.

David Pietsch

Cubley said differences in the sport throughout the years included increased use of technology including GPS, along with gliders becoming faster and easier to control.

He has numerous awards –including the Air Sport Medal, Australia sports medal, Gliding Federation of Australia awards and the Barron Hilton Cup – and is a Gliding Federation of Australia life member

Married to Vicki, Cubley has two daughters and three grandchildren.

The racehorse start and first-over-the-line finish are among drawcards that encouraged retired Royal Australian Air Force pilot David Pietsch to enter Horsham Sailplane Grand Prix event.

Pietsch, of Canberra, has flown the F86 Sabre, Mirage 3 and F/A-18 Hornet and remains active in the Army Reserve with his various roles, including introducing new gliders to Australian Air Force Cadets. Fascination with flight from a very young age, an aerodrome a bike ride away and a friend who shared his passion led Pietsch to flying.

These days it is the joy of flight, the satisfaction of cross country flight, the thrill of competing with its jubilations and disappointments and above all, the camaraderie of fellow pilots, that keep him in the air. Pietsch’s favorite conditions are highbased cumulus clouds with strong thermals.

Early flying memories include his first ever flight with his mathematics teacher as instructor, his first solo flight, spending many hours on the launching winch and

of

Graham Parker

Five-time Australian champion, three-time Australian world representative and twotime grand prix finalist Graham Parker lives in Adelaide, working full time as an anaesthetist in a private practice.

Married to Danielle, Parker has two daughters still at home.

He started his flying with Adelaide University Gliding Club in the 1970s.

During orientation week one year the club rigged a Cirrus on the university lawns.

Parker, of course, was interested and from then he was hooked.

Some of Parker’s earliest experiences were going crosscountry in wooden gliders –out landing a lot – and enduring epic retrieves.

He is a member of two clubs; Adelaide Soaring Club at Gawler and Omarama Gliding Club in New Zealand.

Parker said flying gliders was a never-ending challenge.

He said he enjoyed the fascinating places gliding took him across the world, the people he met and the lifelong friends he had made.

flying a 500km Diamond Distance at the age of 18.

Pietsch is a member of 50-member Canberra Gliding Club south of Canberra in the Monaro region between the Great Dividing Range and the Tasman Sea.

“We’re blessed with a vast variety of soarable conditions including thermal,

the benchmark Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) finished on its highest recorded level, as did the majority of the individual Micron Price Guides (MPGs). The market began the New Year with more record breaking activity. Prices generally rose by 50 to 100 cents with all types and descriptions, across the entire merino spectrum enjoying similar rises, irrespective of style and spec, as buyers fought hard to secure market share in the rapidly rising market. The EMI added a further 58 cents to the current high, pushing it to a new record level of 1,818 cents. Growers were quick to get their wool to market and keen to accept the current prices. This has been reflected in another very high clearance rate, over 98% of fleece wool was sold to the trade. Many growers have taken the opportunity to come and see their wool sold, resulting in packed spectator galleries across the country. The skirting market also experienced further solid rises. Prices generally rose by 25 to 50 cents, with wools less 18.0 micron recording the largest gains. Crossbreds comprised over 32% of the national offering, in percentage terms the largest amount since December 2015. Despite the large offering, these wools generally managed gains of 10 to 30 cents, excluding 32 micron which lost buyer support and tracked downward. The oddment sector has continued its rapid upward rise. Locks, stains and crutchings generally added a further 50 to 70 cents. These increases resulted in the three carding indicators adding an average of over 70 cents to their already record highs. Next week 54,250 bales are on offer in Sydney, Melbourne and Fremantle.

Mountain flying in thermal conditions are Parker’s favorite weather conditions.

Having flown Kookaburras, Arrows, Boomerangs and a Sagitta in his early days, Parker progressed through LS4a, ASW24 and ASW27 during the ’90s and is now flying an ASG29e in Australia and an ASH25e in New Zealand.

The biggest changes he has seen is the progression from wood to FRP with a huge performance improvement and the introduction of GPS navigation.

wave, hill and convergence soaring,’’ he said.

“I’ve flown about 70 different sailplane types and while many of them hold very pleasant memories for me, two standouts are the H301 Open Class Libelle, which was ahead of its time, and the ASW20 with its seductive looks, great handling and exceptional performance for its day.’’

Pietsch appreciates aircraft improvement since the days of wood and the vastly improved performance and safety as well as ever-increasing knowledge of the flying environment and weather forecasting.

This has allowed pilots to explore areas such as the Andes, the Himalayas and remote regions of Australia.

On the negative side, the average age of pilots is increasing.

“This puts this wonderful sport at risk of slow decline,” Pietsch said.

Pietsch, who represented Australia in 1981 at Coupe De Europe at Angers, has a 1000km diploma and is an Australian National Competition Committee member.

He and wife Heather have a son who is also an Air Force pilot.

Tenth anniversary ride

Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation Ararat branch members are gearing up for the 10th anniversary of the annual Grampians Ride to Remember.

The 2018 edition will be on Sunday, February 4.

The 234-kilometre ride is a green corridor event and will be led by a police escort to maximise safety and minimise disruption to other road users.

Organisers are expecting about 400 riders and pillions from across Victoria and interstate to participate.

This year’s event will start from Ararat RSL car park and participants will travel along sealed roads within Ararat, Southern Grampians and Northern Grampians municipalities.

The route includes travelling around and through Grampians National Park and will take in the townships of Lake Bolac, Wickliffe, Willaura – morning tea stop – Dunkeld, Halls Gap, Pomonal and Moyston.

The ride will conclude with a barbecue at Ararat’s Alexandra Gardens.

A sub-committee is organising the 10th-anniversary ride.

Members include motorcycle enthusiasts, regional police officers, representatives from Ararat Rural City, Ararat Lions Club and community volunteers, along with Ararat Blue Ribbon branch members.

Sub-committee chairman Phil Clark, a long-time supporter of the annual ride, is full of praise for the ‘must-do signature regional event’.

“It is amazing how the Grampians Ride to Remember has evolved since we first did the inaugural ride back

in 2008,” he said. “Many riders have done the ride every year, coming from right across the state with quite a number making it a weekend stay.

“Others have only picked up on the ride in more recent years and certainly have help spread the word about the excellent organising and conduct of the event.

“And of course, between Ararat, Stawell and Horsham and surrounding districts we always get fantastic support from our local riders.”

Mr Clark said activities at Alexandra Gardens, including a show ‘n’ shine, displays and the sale of Blue Ribbon merchandise, would add to

the event. “The mammoth task of lunching all the participants, police, marshals, support, volunteers and general public will be again handled by Ararat Lions Club members, who have done the job admirably since the first ride,” he said.

Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation Ararat branch chairman Terry Weeks congratulated the organising sub-committee on a job well done.

“The Ararat branch is so fortunate to have such great support for this event by our motorcycle community, and importantly, by Victoria Police who do a tremendous job leading up to, and on the day of the ride,” he

said. “This is along with Ararat Rural City, who assist with infrastructure, and all our sponsors and supporters, community organisations and individuals who volunteer on the day.”

Mr Weeks said the 10th anniversary ride was a major milestone to be celebrated, while at the same time remembering Victoria Police who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

The 2018 Grampians Ride to Remember is hosted by the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation –Ararat Branch, with all proceeds going towards vital medical equipment at East Grampians Health Service’s Ararat Hospital.

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Ararat leaders plan fun day

Ararat Rural City Council is busily preparing for a jam packed Australia Day with celebrations and activities planned for the whole family.

The day will kick off from noon at Alexandra Oval Community Centre with a free barbecue lunch provided by the council and prepared by the Ararat Lions Club. Official proceedings will start at 1pm with the presentation of Australia Day awards, a performance by Ararat Rural City Band and guest speaker Bill Kusznirczuk.

Free activities in Alexandra Gardens will follow from 2pm to 6pm, including popcorn, slushies and fairy floss, an acoustic performance by Jacob Hamilton, an adult and children-friendly giant jumping castle and slide, and free entry to Ararat Olympic Outdoor Pool, where staff will be handing out free Australian flags and removable tattoos to help spread the Aussie cheer.

Celebrations are also planned for Lake Bolac and Willaura outdoor pools, with free entry and a barbecue in the afternoon.

People can call Ararat Rural City Council’s events and marketing officer on 5355 0200 for more information.

Library money

Buloke Shire Council will have $130,695 to refurbish Birchip library and provide a mobile library service as part of latest State Government grants supporting libraries across the state.

It is one 13 councils to have access to money through a Living Libraries Infrastructure Program. Other funding allocations in the latest round cover projects in Myrtleford, Sydenham, Cardinia Shire, Mill Park, Hobson’s Bay, Indigo Shire, Kingston, Mildura, Moorabool Shire, Mornington and Murrindindi Shire.

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What does your future hold?

Congratulations, you have finished 13 years of schooling… so, now what? I’ll bet you’re sick of hearing that, aren’t you?

But it is something you need to consider – just exactly what is your next step in life? Whether you’re taking a gap year to decide your next step, are looking for work, or are wanting to upskill before heading off to university, we can help.

Here at the Centre for Participation we offer a wide selection of courses covering a range of areas, from Responsible Service of Alcohol and CPR courses to preparation for education and certificate level courses, along with our introduction to volunteering courses… and so much more.

For both newly graduated students and their parents alike, there seems to be one burning question when it comes to deciding what next? And that is, why further education?

Let’s think about that for a moment.

Why would anyone want to spend more time in class after spending 13 years studying?

Well, we all want to design our best path in life and granted, while further education is not the best or only option for everyone, the benefits it brings can be far reaching.

Not only can it potentially lead to a secure, satisfying and well-paying job, it also gives the student a chance to practice independent learning and if you’re moving away to study, independent living also.

Think about it. For 13 years you have had a teacher telling you what to study, how to study and when to submit your homework. With further education you are solely re-

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sponsible for your success. Only you can decide whether to do your assignments or whether to attend class, and with no more mum or dad around to cook, clean or grocery shop for you, it is also a taste of independence and will test your time management and problem solving skills.

Of course going hand-in-hand with that is gaining the confidence to try new things and study that course you have a burning interest in, remembering the quote ‘find a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life’.

But further education doesn’t necessarily mean sitting in a university classroom for two, three, four – or more – years.

Depending on the field you want to enter, there are a number of pathways to further education, including apprenticeships and traineeships, and Vocational Education Training, VET.

So whether you have no idea what it is you want to do next, or you’ve already been accepted into a course and want some further skills training in the lead up, why not come in and see our team to discuss your options?

Changing lives, strengthening communities • Julie Pettett is Centre for Particpation chief executive

Horsham boat owner Bob Kirsopp,

Victoria’s John Chittick

officers Ron Sproal and Sam Stevens also attended the

Water safety in spotlight

Wimmera people learnt important information about staying safe by the water during a visit from Maritime Safety Victoria boating safety officers.

Officers answered water safety questions and provided advice during a visit to Horsham.

The officers also ran checks on lifejackets and boating requirements.

Horsham Rural City Council technical services director John Martin said the visit reflected an important partnership between Maritime Safety Victoria and the council.

“Water safety is a shared responsibility and we are keen to develop partnerships and programs to ensure people can

safely enjoy our river and the attractions it provides,” he said.

“It is a wonderful community asset and we encourage people in kayaks, canoes and other water craft such as motorised boats to use the Wimmera River.

“The water is a shared asset and we are developing guidelines to encourage increased and safer use of the river.”

Mr Martin said he was pleased to see Anzac Centenary Bridge being used.

The new pedestrian bridge connects both sides of the river with walking and cycling tracks from the Wimmera River bridge to the weir on the north side.

Plans for a walking track along the south side are underway.

Mr Martin urged people to behave responsibly around water.

“It has recently come to our attention that some swimmers are using the bridge to jump into the river,” he said.

“This is extremely dangerous as water in the river is shallow.

“We ask swimmers to observe the safety warning signs.

“We want people to stay safe around water, be aware of risks, look out for each other and enjoy the opportunities that our magnificent Wimmera River provides.”

People can visit transportsafety.vic.gov.au/maritime-safety for more information about the summer boating season and summer safety.

LOCAL TRADE DIRECTORY

Horsham plumber Sam Taberner has over 10 years in the trade and offers personalised service for your plumbing needs.

Sam specialises in drain cleaning, maintenance and repairs.

He uses closed circuit television to inspect pipes and offers video and photo to show you the damaged areas.

New to Taberner Plumbing is the drain cleaning service, which can help with unblocking storm water drains.

“It’s brand new to our service and can save you a lot of hassle by avoiding blocked drains before they happen,” he said.

“I’m really passionate about plumbing and I strive to provide the best quality work.”

Sam services the Wimmera catering for all domestic, industrial and commercial plumbing.

“I offer no-obligation free quotes for all of your plumbing needs,” he said.

Taberner Plumbing can be contacted on 0437 176 389, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Healthy eyes a head start

Seeing clearly is important for a child’s education, physical and social development.

With about one in five Australian children either suffering from undetected vision problems or requiring ongoing treatment and assessment, it is important to be aware of the possible signs of a vision problem and to give every child the best chance of reaching their full potential.

The Optometry Association of Australia recommends that every child should have a full eye examination with an optometrist before starting school and regularly as they progress through their formative years at primary and secondary school.

Most common problems experienced by school-aged children are those affecting their ability to see clearly and sharply – shortsighted, difficulty seeing distances, can’t see the board at school; longsighted, difficulty focusing close up; astigmatism, distorted vision.

Once detected these problems are easy to correct.

Other vision problems might be more difficult to detect, such as a turned eye or lazy eye, and require treatment by an optometrist.

Early detection and intervention is key to prevent long-term damage.

Signs that could indicate a possible vision problem include:

• Difficulty recognising familiar people in the distance.

• Complaints of frequent headaches.

• Difficulty learning to read.

• Complains of blurred or double vision.

• Holding a book close when reading.

• Leaving out or switching words when reading.

• One eye turns in or out while the other points straight.

• Frequent blinking.

• Red or watery eyes.

• Frequently rubbing their eyes.

• Tilting their head noticeably.

• Poor hand eye co-ordination.

• Covering or closing one eye.

• Squinting or sitting close to the TV.

Good Habits

When reading...

• Read in a room with good, even lighting.

• Encourage regular breaks. When in the sun...

• The sun’s effect is strongest between 10am and 3pm, use of good sun protection at theses times is important.

• Sunglasses will reduce the amount of UV reaching the eye.

• A broad brimmed hat will reduce the UV getting to the eye by up to 50 percent.

Computer and TV...

• Good even room light, avoid sitting in the dark.

• Minimise glare from lights and windows.

• Limit computer sessions to two hours.

GOOD READ: The Optometry Association of Australia recommends people read in an area with good lighting and encourage regular breaks.

Horsham

Primary School students Lilly Madex and Riley Reed are enjoying a book.

• Laptop and monitors should be positioned just below eye level for good eye posture.

• Ensure regular breaks from screens.

Healthy living

Plenty of veggies, fruits, nuts and fish ensure a diet high in antioxidants and vitamins essential for good eye health.

Encourage regular outdoor activity and play to help reduce the risk and severity of shortsightedness. There are many eye problems and eye diseases, which have no obvious signs or symptoms, so it is important for children and adults to have regular eye examinations with an optometrist.

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Next step for Horsham school

Students at Horsham West and Haven Primary School are a step closer to improved facilities with architects appointed to design a $359,000 upgrade of the school.

Member for Western Victoria, Jaala Pulford said Morton Dunn Architects had been appointed to design the upgrade, which will be underway

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later this year. The upgrade includes work on the main building verandah and rectification of structural and foundation issues work.

Ms Pulford said the project was part of a $2.5-billion investment by the government in the past three budgets to improve classrooms, upgrade facilities and build new schools across the state.

“This school building boom has

delivered more than 1000 school upgrades and 56 new school projects across the state, supporting almost 5000 construction jobs for Victorians,” she said.

“Appointing the architect is an exciting first step towards delivering the modern, safe and stimulating facilities that staff and students at Horsham West and Haven Primary School need and deserve.

“This is a school with fantastic staff and students and we are making sure they have state-of-the-art facilities to match.”

Ms Pulford said people wanting to find out more about new schools and upgrades to schools in western Victoria could visit the Victorian School Building Authority website, www. schoolbuildings.vic.gov.au.

“I’m looking forward to playing with the friends that I already know, and ones that I haven’t met yet.”

“I’m looking forward to meeting new friends and I’m really excited to be starting school.”

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Lunch box inspiration

Packing a lunch box can be a chore for many, however mum and businesswoman Leanne Schilling said there were many quick and easy treats parents could offer beyond the humble sandwich.

Mrs Schilling said the key to ensuring your child headed off to school with a tasty and healthy lunch was to involve them in the process.

While Mrs Schilling’s eightyear-old daughter Georgie enjoys a sandwich or a wrap, one of her favourite lunch snacks is Mallee Quiche.

“Georgie loves the little quiches and loves helping make them,” she said.

“If you get your kids involved, they are more likely to love what they are eating.”

Mrs Schilling, senior manager with The Chefs Toolbox, said the quiches took just five minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

“In no time at all you can

have 48 mini quiches to freeze and pull out of the fridge for lunch,” she said.

“Georgie just grabs four out of the freezer and puts them in the fridge at school, and by lunch they are right to eat. She loves them.”

Mrs Schilling said variety was key to a successful lunch.

“We like to mix it up with different fillings in sandwiches and wraps, but also sausage rolls, toasties, mini pizzas and slices,” she said.

“And Milo balls, they are another of Georgie’s favourites.

“I make everything from scratch, and with The Chefs Toolbox it is easy and cost effective.

“I mix up a base recipe with whatever fresh ingredients I have on hand.

“By preparing everything from scratch you can limit sugar and preservatives.”

The Chefs Toolbox is a party-plan company focused on not only selling quality

cookware, but ensuring people have fun while cooking.

The company has partnered with KitchenAid Cook Processor and aims to show that by combining high-quality cooking tools and simple recipes, it is easy, and enjoyable, to prepare healthy meals and achieve authentic flavours without having to reach for a packet or jar.

The company offers an expansive recipe library, a series of step-by-step ‘how-to’ videos, among other tips and goodies.

Mrs Schilling said she was also available for in-house cooking demonstrations for people wanting to learn more.

“It’s easy. You invite your friends and I take care of the rest. You get to have fun and learn new recipes,” she said.

Following, Mrs Schilling shares her recipe for Mallee Quiche.

Mrs Schilling said more recipes were available on her

2018 delivers outstanding experiences at St Brigid’s College including:

• Academic extension, support, competitions and conferences

• Individual and team sporting events

• Arts and cultural pursuits

• Adventure camps, retreats and international tours

• Community involvement, fundraising and social justice activities

• Leadership opportunities

website, www.mychefstool box.com.au/leanne-schilling/ recipes.

Mallee Quiche

Ingredients

4 eggs

11/2 cups grated tasty cheese 11/2 cups milk

1/2 teaspoon mustard

2 teaspoons chicken stock powder

8 slices short bacon

1 onion

1 tablespoon parsley

1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 cup self-raising flour

Method

Chop onion in quarters. Place multi blade in cook processor bowl. Add onion, bacon and parsley. Pulse in five second intervals until finely diced. Add all other ingredients.

Toggle up to speed eight until mixture is combined.

Put one tablespoon of mixture into each mini muffin pan. Cook in moderate oven for about 25 minutes or until brown and cooked.

2018 Victorian School Holidays and Term Dates

Planning is key

The school holidays are drawing to a close and it is time to get organised for the new school and work year ahead. Not feeling prepared? Don’t worry, you’re far from alone.

Positive psychology coach Kate Wilkie from Flourishing Mothers, a coaching service to help mothers thrive and live flourishing lives by building resilience to stress and boosting wellbeing, said holidays disrupted routines for parents as well as children.

“To have the best start possible to the new year, now is the time to get ready both physically and mentally and to get the entire family’s routine back on track,” she said.

Kate recommends thinking about resetting the entire family’s eating and sleeping times at least a few days before school and work start.

“And it’s great to get your kids involved in the planning so that they understand what you’re trying to achieve,” she said.

“During the holidays it’s fantastic to savour all the fun experiences you’re having, but as the holidays come to an end you might need to be more mindful of normal routine.

“Helping your kids to get back into the habit of earlier bedtime and less screen time could be a useful goal, and set you all up for less stress and happier mornings in the new school year.”

Kate also recommends sitting down with your children early on in the new year to put together a to-do list, which might include shopping for school uniforms and stationery.

“Sit down with the family wall-chart or diary and schedule in dates for shopping,” she said.

“Make it fun.”

Holidays are meant for relaxing, but if you leave it to the last minute to get organised for work and school, Kate warns you can end up stressed and frazzled, ruining the benefits from your time off.

“It might be the last thing you want, but being proactive and organised will make you enjoy the benefits of the summer holidays much longer,” she said.

“If your children feel nervous about the new school year, there are many ways you can empower them so they feel more prepared, both mentally and physically by discussing going back to school with them ahead of time.”

Here are Kate’s top tips on how to get your children ready for going back to school.

• Encourage your child’s natural strengths and talents. If you have a curious child, get them excited by telling them about all the things they will be learning this year. If you have a creative child, they might want to help cover their text books with colourful paper or write their name on their pencil case or lunch box.

• Give them responsibility. Back to school is a great opportunity to give your kids some

“Helping your kids to get back into the habit of earlier bedtime and less screen time could be a useful goal, and set you all up for less stress and happier mornings in the new school year”

– Kate Wilkie

responsibility. If you let them do some things on their own they will feel more competent and confident, which is great for their wellbeing. So have them choose their own stationery and encourage them to pack their own backpack. Helping kids become more independent is also great for the wellbeing of mums.

• Teach them the power of being organised. We all know how it feels running around the house the morning of the first day of school, making lunch and packing. Avoid that frazzled feeling and teach your children the power of organisation by getting everything ready the night before. Together, make the lunch box, pack the backpack and make sure the school uniform is ironed and good to go for a relaxed start to the morning.

• Plan ahead. Schedule time to shop for shoes and uniforms together at least one week before school starts so you don’t leave it until the last minute. Sit down with the family wall-chart or diary and schedule in dates for shopping. Planning together with your child will teach them that being proactive and organised is the best way to prepare for anything in life, and it gives them a sense of ownership and control.

• Create a gratitude habit. Talking to your kids about what went well during the day is a great way to create and share positive emotions. Start with paying attention to the positives and it can help to put problems into perspective and discuss challenges more calmly.

• Talk about concerns. Just as with adults, if your child’s fears go unexpressed, the fears can feed upon themselves and increase anxiety, so encourage your children to voice any worries they might have before school starts. Give your child the opportunity to talk about their fears and concerns about the new school year, and work with them to come up with solutions together.

• Celebrate the change. A great way to reduce back to school stress and get your kid in a positive mindset, is to celebrate the new school year. Take your child out for their favourite meal, surprise them with colourful stationery, or take them to see that movie they’ve been wanting to see.

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Shopping rewards at Lowes

Horshamand Ss Michael and John’s primary schools and St Brigid’s College have taken advantage of Lowes’ ‘Easy Dollars’ scheme.

The retail outlet stocks school uniforms for more than 1000 schools nationally.

Horsham Lowes store manager Mina Crooks said other Wimmera schools were invited to take part in the program.

“St Brigid’s, Ss Michael and John’s and Horsham Primary School are taking advantage of the scheme and do not have to invest in uniforms sitting in store rooms,” she said.

“We make it convenient for schools.

“We have a great range of colours, sizes and styles.”

Ms Crooks said other schools could also make Lowes ‘Easy Dollars’ by having their uniform stocked at the Horsham Plaza Lowes store or Lowes online schoolwear store.

She said rebates were paid to the school on all schoolwear items sold when Lowes was the school’s official uniform supplier.

“The Lowes philosophy is simple – produce well-made clothing, tough enough to withstand the rigors of school life, made to the school’s requirements at a price parents can afford,” she said.

Ms Crooks said students whose schools were not participating in the ‘Easy Dollars’ program could still shop for a wide range of basic schoolwear items.

She said staff would fit children’s uniforms.

Lowes Victorian schoolwear manager Gwen Harrison said the business offered uniforms online for convenience, seven days a week.

“Whether your child needs a school dress, college trousers, shorts, skirts, pullovers, polos, hats or socks, Lowes can help you and your school,” she said.

“We would like to hear from schools wanting to join the many schools already receiving the generous Lowes schoolwear ‘Easy Dollars’ rebate.

“People can visit our Horsham Plaza Lowes manager Mina to discuss schoolwear needs, or call Lowes on 5381 0711.”

Be seated

Mazda

Australia has not ruled out a broader range of powertrains for its new CX-8 seven-seat crossover, confirmed to arrive in diesel form in showrooms in the second half of 2018.

Launched in Japan last month, the CX-8 sits between the mid-sized CX-5 – Australia’s best-selling SUV – and large petrol-only CX-9, giving families a three-row-seat alternative with diesel efficiency.

Prices and full specifications have been withheld until closer to launch, but GoAuto would expect pricing in the $40,000 range, with multiple grades.

Announcing the decision to take the CX-8, Mazda Australia managing director Vinesh Bhindi said the CX-8 would meet Australia’s demand for seven-seat diesel SUVs.

“More and more, Australians are opting for larger SUVs to suit the demands of their busy lives,” he said.

“The brand-new Mazda CX-8 diesel is the perfect fit for those who need the versatility of seven seats and the economy that diesel affords.”

The vehicle has been launched in Japan with a single powertrain – a 140kW-450Nm version of Mazda’s tried and true four-cylinder 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine from the Mazda6, hooked up to a six-speed automatic

transmission and either front-wheeldrive or all-wheel-drive.

That diesel engine has been confirmed for the CX-8 in Australia.

Asked if there was a chance of other powertrains, including petrol or hybrid, that could be added to the line-up, Mazda Australia public relations senior manager Sonia Singh said it was too early to say.

She said the company was still deciding the final specifications and lineup for the CX-8, and so far, only the diesel had been confirmed.

In Japan, where the CX-8 is built, Mazda is offering six and seven-seat variants, but Mazda Australia so far has only confirmed the seven-seater.

Mazda’s new CX-8 gives the Japanese company a seven-seat alternative

Smaller than the American-built CX-9 in most critical dimensions, Mazda is billing the compact size of the CX-8 as a positive, saying the vehicle is more manoeuvrable than its larger sibling but still offers sevenseat flexibility.

The rear-most seat row is said to accommodate people up to 170cm tall, meaning in Australia it will mainly suit kids. With that seat up, boot space is 239 litres, but with it stowed, the capacity grows to 572L.

The top-selling CX-5 is sold only in five-seat form, and the lack of a sevenseat alternative potentially has ruled out even greater sales to families with more than three children.

CX-8 will give

rival to the

a

variants of the Mitsubishi Outlander, Honda CR-V, Nissan X-Trail, Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento, among others. Mazda says the CX-8 will feature the latest safety equipment across the range, from entry grade right through to the top grade, which indicates the company is planning multiple specifications.

In Japan, the vehicle comes in three levels – XD, XD Proactive and XD L Package – but you can expect Mazda Australia to stick with its own nomenclature such as Sport, Touring, GT and Azami.

• Kia pledges 16 electrified vehicles by 2025, full range connected by 2030 – Page 33

Kia outlines autonomous future

Kiahas announced it will offer 16 electrified models by 2025, including an all-new fuelcell EV in 2020.

The company also confirmed it will commence level four autonomous vehicle testing in 2021, and will have connected car technology across its range by 2030.

The South Korean car-maker made the announcement at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, where it also revealed a full-EV version of its Niro compact SUV featuring a 64kWh battery pack and 150kW electric motor, capable of 383km of driving range.

Kia has redesigned the front fascia of the Niro EV from the original hybrid version that is not sold in Australia.

It sports new, sleeker headlights, a redesigned bumper and a grille that has been replaced with an interactive display panel.

It also includes a new active pedestrian warning system that uses cameras, object recognition technology and external speakers to mitigate the change of a collision.

If the system detects a pedestrian or cyclist crossing in front of the car, the speakers sound an alert, warning them of the car’s presence.

While not yet slated for production, the Niro EV could be one of the 16

electrified vehicles set to proliferate the Kia range by 2025.

The vehicles will consist of five hybrids, five plug-in hybrids – PHEVs, five new all-electric vehicles and one mass-market fuel-cell EV which is due to launch in 2020.

It is not clear how many of those 16 models will filter down into Kia Motors Australia’s line-up.

The car-maker does not currently offer any electrified models.

Kia is planning to commercialise level four autonomous driving technology with testing beginning in 2021.

As part of the autonomous development – Kia is creating connected cars that can send vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure information – the company is aiming to adopt connected car technologies across all segments by 2025, with every Kia model to be connected by 2030.

Kia R and D Centre head and vice-

chairman Woong-chul Yang highlighted the importance of connected technology.

“Kia’s connected cars will be both boundless and connected and offer a new kind of mobility experience,” he said.

“Virtual reality, self-driving cars, and ‘vehicle-to-everything’ connectivity were all once considered technologies of the distant future.

“As they rapidly become a reality,

Kia is exploring how to deploy these new technologies for its customers.”

Kia has also announced its WiBLE car-sharing service that launched in South Korea last year will be introduced in select European markets from late 2018, and into other regions in coming years.

The exact locations will be announced later in the year.

Kia will showcase its latest humanmachine interface technologies at CES, which can be adapted for use in future vehicles, such as the world’s first in-car 5G connection.

The Niro EV’s steering wheel can control functions such as music and volume and air-conditioning through gesture control and swiping along the wheel.

Other technologies on display are facial recognition that allows you to ‘log in’ to your car, and a separate sound control system that lets front and rear passengers listen to their own music at the same time, using speakers embedded in the headrests, and noisecancelling technology.

Punters can also experience Kia’s autonomous drive support technologies through a series of virtual reality exhibits, using a range of environments displayed via virtual reality headsets.

– Robbie Wallis

OPTIONS: Toyota has given no information as to the powertrain of the e-Palette, other than it uses a battery-electric set-up that will most likely drive all four wheels.

Toyota has used the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas to debut a new mobility-service business alliance and concept vehicle, dubbed e-Palette.

The Japanese manufacturer has partnered with companies such as Amazon, DiDi, Mazda, Pizza Hut and Uber to create the e-Palette which is designed as a flexible battery-electric vehicle

suitable for a multitude of transportation and business applications.

Built with convenience and practicality in mind, the e-Palette has an open interior layout, meaning it can be adapted to suit user needs including parcel or food delivery, ride-sharing, and other on-road business uses.

Toyota said it planned to run feasibility testing of the concept starting in the early 2020s in a number of regions –including the US. It will be used at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games

Robbie Wallis

Toyota plans to offer the e-Palette in three different sizes ranging from about four to seven metres in length, with equipment able to be installed thanks to its flat and open interior space.

1. All the letters of the alphabet appear in the periodic table of elements, except one. What is it?

2. Garden slaters are also called wood lice. From the following list, which is the closest relative of slaters? A. Crabs. B. Wasps. C. Ants. D. Moths.

3. According to comic law, Superman’s only weakness was the effects of kryptonite, fragments from his home planet of Krypton. Is Krypton real in any way?

4. How long does it take for blood to make a full circuit around the body and back to the heart? A. One second. B. One minute. C. One hour. D. One day.

5. Research suggests isolated pockets of the Wimmera are home to the rare striped lizard, Delmar Impar. Do most legless lizards have legs?

6. What Australian Test cricketer was a member of the 1956 Olympic Australian field hockey team and is the uncle of women’s hammer thrower Brooke Krueger who represented Australia in Athens in 2004?

7. True or false? When you lie down your sensitivity to smell decreases?

8. Who coached Minyip-Murtoa’s senior side in the club’s first Wimmera Football League season after a merger between Murtoa and Minyip? Can you go one better and name the club’s inaugural best and fairest player?

9. Spell the three-syllable Welsh word starting with ‘E’ used to describe competitive musical or arts events and performances.

10. Is Yarriambiack Creek a tributary or distributary of the Wimmera River?

A. Crabs. Slaters, like crabs, are crustaceans. The others are insects.

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You are up to your old tricks. You could acquire some extra finances, but lose the respect and trust of friends and partners. Remember in the long run it doesn’t pay to cheat your friends.

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You could have jumped out of the frying pan into the fire. If not, look before you leap. People tend to take advantage of your generosity. You could end up lending things you’ll never see back again.

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The social scene is looking pretty hectic with many invitations. You could also get involved with some influential VIPs. One of them could help you promote some valuable ideas you have been playing around with.

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This is not the time to get involved in get rich schemes. You have very poor luck in the financial area at the moment and you’ll only be wasting time and money.

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Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 1-3-8-3

Lotto Numbers: 10-12-17-30-41-44

Start an early or late spring cleaning! Clear your mind of those wishful thinking ideas and also best to clear out the house and get rid of any unnecessary items that have been gathering dust. Hold a garage sale, you could get a pleasant surprise.

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(October 24 - November 22)

Lucky Colour: Blue

Lucky Day: Thursday Racing Numbers: 4-6-7-4

Lotto Numbers: 4-7-10-24-40-42

This is a time to expect the unexpected. You may go in for an ingrown toe-nail and come out with your nose altered. Finance-wise you may be just ahead of the bill collectors. Best to keep it that way; that is by paying on time.

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Horsham Saints Football Netball Club invite all interested netballers to attend the 2018 JUNIOR & SENIOR NETBALL TRYOUTS to be held at St Brigid’s College Stadium on the following dates & times: 13/U Tuesday 30 January, Thursday 1 February & Tuesday 6 February 2018 4pm – 5:30pm 15/U, 17/U & SENIORS Tues 20 February, Thurs 22 February, Tues 27 February & Thurs 1 March 2018 15/U: 4pm – 5pm, 17/U: 5pm – 6pm, SENIORS: 6pm – 7:30pm All interested players are encouraged to attend as many sessions as possible. For more information please contact Vernetta Taylor 0408 126 161 or Josh Burgess 0408 508 225

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The Wimmera Regional Sports Assembly (WRSA) is one of 9 Regional Sports Assemblies throughout Victoria. Based in Horsham, the WRSA is the lead agency in the Wimmera region facilitating and supporting increased participation in sport and recreation sectors throughout the shires of Horsham Rural City, Yarriambiack, Hindmarsh, Northern Grampians and West Wimmera.

The WRSA has a full time project officer position available for the right candidate commencing in February.

The key responsibilities for this position include:

a) Be involved in the delivery, planning and reporting of programs, projects and services undertaken by the WRSA.

b) Your proactive and creative approach will assist the sport and recreation community to recognise and embrace environments that encourage increased participation.

c) Your understanding of the sport and recreation sector will ensure you achieve the outcomes expected from our strategic and short term planning.

The key skills required for this role include:

a) Tertiary qualification in Health Promotion, Human Movement, Sports Management, Community Development and/or other related fields.

b) Demonstrate an understanding of the Australian sport and recreation industry, particularly at a community club and Association level.

c) Ability to collaborate with a range of stakeholders across sport and recreation, government, community organisations and corporate sectors to achieve community outcomes.

d) High level initiative, maturity and ability to accept and assume responsibility.

To see the position description and apply for this job visit www.wrsa.org.au

Please remember to attach a covering letter with your CV and address the key selection criteria.

Applications close 5pm on Friday, January 26, 2018 and should be emailed to eo@wrsa.org.au

Further information regarding this positon can be obtained by contacting David Berry at the WRSA on 03 5382 4599 or by email: eo@wrsa.org.au

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Beth King Secretarial Services

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Physiotherapist: maternity relief position

Physio required to commence in March 2018 to cover a Maternity leave position of approximately five months with ongoing employment a possibility. Two days per week required but this is negotiable. Very flexible working conditions. Busy private practice in St Arnaud. Experience in private practice, sports injury management & dry needling desirable but not essential.

Please email expressions of interest & resume to Johanna at starnaudphysiotherapycentre@gmail.com or phone 0438 392 027 to discuss further.

POSITION 1 ACCOUNTANT

We are currently seeking an experienced accountant that is looking to take their career to the next level. This will be a full-time or part-time position for the right candidate!

POSITION 2 GRADUATE ACCOUNTANT

Looking to start your accounting career in 2018?

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and well organised person with accounting skills to join our team.

We also invite applications from accounting students commencing or part way through their studies seeking a cadetship position.

A position description is available from our website, by emailing us or calling our office (03) 5382 3001. Applications can be emailed torichardk@wattsprice.com.au or forwarded to us by Monday 29 January 2018;

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Employment is subject to satisfactory criminal history and Victorian Working with Children Checks prior to commencement. Uniting is proud to be an inclusive employer and is committed to keeping children safe.

Anna receives memorial award

Horsham Pony Club member

Anna Sudholz was awarded the Ann Buwalda Memorial Clubmanship and Sportsmanship award at the club’s last rally in December.

Each year the club honours and remembers the life of Ann Buwalda with the Ann Buwalda perpetual trophy.

Ann was a Horsham Pony Club member who tragically, along with her two horses, lost her life in an accident in 1978.

Ann exhibited what it means to be a good club person and a good horse person, something each and every member should aspire to be.

For this reason every year the club recognises those qualities through the awarding of a trophy in her honour to a rider who has competed at a state or zone level with pride, while demonstrating sportsmanship and clubmanship.

This year’s recipient Anna Sudholz attended her first state, interzone horse trials and has won showjumping at a zone level.

Anna is a pleasure to instruct and has always been observed to be supportive and encouraging of her fellow riders.

Other awards included:

• Angela and Malcom Carter Encouragement Award – Paris Fiedler

Paris strives to achieve at each and every rally and event. When we develop a partnership with an animal we very quickly learn that things do not always go

as we plan them, and although Paris has faced her challenges with her horse Tapu Height of Elegance, she always remains positive and has her sights firmly set on the goal of competing at a state level.

• Pony Club Victoria Award of Merit –Rachel Ball

The award of merit is the highest state award for service to a pony club by a member aged between 19 and 26 years. This award recognises the commitment of young members to their club on an administration or voluntary work capacity. Service means carrying out tasks that benefit the club, its members and perhaps the wider community.

Club awards

• Senior Club Person of the Year – Alison Lord

• Junior Club Person of the Year – Storm Brockenbrow

• Rising Star 14 years and over – Natasha Exell

• Rising Star under 14 years – Billie Wills-Mellington

• Rally Star – Kyi Williams

• 100 percent attendance – Morgan Lord, Morgan Lane, Paris Fiedler, Asha Fiedler, Kyi Williams, Luka Cameron, Tatiarna Nelson, Billie Wills-Mellington.

A good year

Officials also took time to highlight the club’s successful year. Highlights included the efforts of three members competing in InterZone Horse Trials in May, two of which came home with a win, and

HONOURED: Anna Sudholz, riding River at last year’s Horsham Show, was awarded Horsham Pony Club’s Ann Buwalda Memoral Clubmanship and Sportsmanship award. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

two members qualifying for State Dressage Championships in December. The championships are in March. Officials reflected on an amazing year as a club and thanked everyone who had supported them, including Horsham

Sports and Community Club for its grant which enabled the club to buy some new safety equipment to keep riders safe, whether they are riding at a monthly rally or off competing.

– Contributed

Etherton in form

Horsham Golf croquet: Saturday, division one, B. Etherton 2-17, M. Pope 2-15, division two, G. Price 3-21, M. Wiederman 2-15, division three, M. McCartney 2-22, P. Murfett 1-14. Thursday, division one, J. Sudholz 3-22, S. Price 2-20, division two, Y. Dunn 3-22, B. Sherwell 3-21, division three, D. Scott 2-16, Jen. Pipkorn 2-15. Tuesday, division one, D. Frost 3-24, J. Sudholz 2-22, division two, B. Sherwell 3-24, T. Wright 2-14, division three, G. Murray 2-22, O. Dunn 2-20.

Success for Jackman

Kalimna Park croquet, Horsham: Saturday, I. Jackman d Y. Watts 17-15, K. Geyer and H. Phillips d K. Blake 10-9, J. Hill and F. Pearson drew 15 all. Golf croquet: S. Heard and M. Shearwood d D. Mills and N. Holmes 8-5, D. Mills and M. Shearwood d S. Heard and N. Holmes 8-5.

Robertson, Nitschke qualify

Horsham golfers Nick Robertson and Ian Nitschke will put their skills to the test in Melbourne after winning a regional round of the Victorian Four-Ball Championship.

The pair scored 45 points at a regional qualifying event at Horsham Golf Club on Sunday.

The event attracted keen golfers from across western Victoria.

Robertson and Nitschke narrowly won the men’s division from Dimboola

duo Paul Hutchinson and Michael Fitzgerald, 44.

Hamilton Golf Club’s Enid Smith and Debbie Milne teamed up to triumph in the women’s division, scoring 44 points to claim victory ahead of Horsham’s

Kathleen Rook and Margaret Taylor, 40. Horsham mixed pair, father and daughter duo Brent and Izabella McIntyre, impressed with 47 points, however, they were beaten by Coleraine visitors Maree and Noel Fitzgerald on

a countback. Now in its 26th year, the Vic Four-Ball Championship is open to all golfers in the state who are members of affiliated clubs and have a handicap. Qualifying events in 2018 are divided into metropolitan, peninsula and regional divisions.

Winners at each venue will qualify for the 36-hole state final at Sorrento Golf Club and The National Golf Club on March 19 and 20.

GRAMPIANS CRICKET: Youth Club came out on top in its clash with Swifts-Great Western at the weekend. Pictured clockwise from left, Youth Club’s Ethan Marrow during his 28-run innings; Damon Folkes in action for Swifts-Great Western; Angus Barham, Youth Club, Sam Cocks, Swifts-Great Western, and umpire Greg Goldsmith check conditions at Great Western before play; and Swifts-Great Western’s Jamie Bach. Pictures: PAUL CARRACHER

Second century for Blandford

BY ONE SHORT

A

top-of-the-table clash, a fizzer, solid wins to Tayoon and Aradale, and a rain-affected draw at Alexandra Oval sums up Grampians Cricket Association matches on Saturday.

The game between Swifts-Great Western and Youth Club for top spot proved an easy win for the Combine.

Winning the toss and batting, the Clubbers could only manage 120 off just 34 overs.

The main batsmen were Nic Baird 29, Ethan Marrow 28, and Matt Healy, 24.

The principal wicket takers for the Combine were Marc Brilliant and Brady Miller with three each.

In reply the Combine took just 20 overs to reach a winning 5-134 with Damien Joiner, 63 and Sam Cocks, 31, supplying most of the runs.

Jarrod Blandford, 136no, peeled off his second century for the season to help Tatyoon reach 2-256 and easily defeat Navarre, 5-167cc.

Best for the Grasshoppers was Tom Hannett’s 79no.

This century takes Blandford’s total runs to 445 for the season.

Aradale cruised home with a 115-run win over Halls Gap.

Batting first, Aradale, with Scotty Turner again top-scoring with 73no, reached 6-184 and then dismissed the Gappers for 69, with opening bowler Travis Horvatek taking a remarkable 7-33 off eight overs.

Rain forced a draw between Buangor and Pomonal with the Tigers 3-31 after 20 overs.

This leaves the Grampians Cricket Association ladder with just three points between second and fifth places.

A Grade reverts to two-day fixtures for the remainder of the season, with an erratic draw seeing Halls Gap once again playing

TOP-SCORE: Youth Club

batsman Nic Baird made 29 runs on Saturday. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

host to Aradale, this time at Central Park, and judging by last week’s results, Aradale would fancy maximum points from this match.

Unable to resist Aradale’s bowlers on a hard wicket it is hard to see Halls Gap resisting them on turf.

The main interest will centre on Alexandra Oval, where Buangor hosts the Combine.

A loss to the Combine would see Buangor slip from the four, so the pressure will be on Buangor’s batsmen Chris Jerram, Jacob Bates and Jack Ganley to perform and give bowlers Jerram, Ganley and Lachie Oddie some runs to bowl to.

The Combine will look for all its batsmen to contribute and then leave the task to bowlers Matt Heffer, Marc Brilliant, Brady Miller and Jon Parkin to win the game.

In the other matches, Youth Club will look to defeat Navarre at North Park and Tatyoon a similar win over Pomonal.

Both the Clubbers and the Hawks will have pencilled these matches in as wins, so a loss would be disastrous at this stage of the season and an outright win, manna from heaven.

This week Grampians Cricket Association is playing Bendigo Country Week, providing a chance for the better players to sharpen their game.

Weekend washout in Horsham cricket

A washout in Horsham Cricket Association at the weekend put a damper on Rupanyup-Minyip’s quest to topple Homers in a one-day competition, but the side will have the chance to make a statement against the Pigeons at Minyip on Saturday.

A win for the Blue Panthers would give Ryan Mettelman,

Travis Hair, Brent Hudson and Adam Carter momentum to chase the Pigeons to the overall title.

Homers will again look to Jarred Combe, Simon and Chris Hopper, Sandy Hodge and Craig Britten to do the heavy lifting for the flag favourites.

ACROSS CRICKET

Horsham

This week: Laharum v Horsham Saints, Rupanyup-Minyip v Homers at Minyip, Blackheath-Dimboola v Jung Tigers. Last week: Games washed out.

Grampians

This week: Buangor v Swifts-Great Western at Alexandra Oval, Ararat, Halls Gap v Aradale, Tatyoon v Pomonal, Youth Club v Navarre at North Park, Stawell. Last week: Buangor drew with Pomonal 3-31, Aradale 6-184 (S. Turner 73no, M. Wood 38, C. Ralph 31; L. Stevens 3-15) d Halls Gap 69 (T. Horvatek 7-33), Tatyoon 2-256 (J. Blandford 136no, AJ Maconachie 68, M. Harricks 29no) d Navarre 5-167 (T. Hannett 79no, B. Slorach 33no), Swifts-Great Western 5-134 (D. Joiner 63, S. Cocks 31) d Youth Club 120 (NG Baird 29, E. Marrow 28; M. Brilliant 3-24, B. Miller 3-25).

Wimmera-Mallee

This week: Jeffcott v Marnoo, Brim-Kellalac-Sheep Hills v St Marys at Brim, Donald v St Arnaud. Birchip, bye. Last week: All matches ended in draws following washouts.

Horsham Saints stars Matt Combe and his brother Justtin have performed for the Saints and captain Tony Caccaviello will look to the brothers for big performances against Laharum. Laharum’s Josh Mahoney has led the way with the ball, taking 14 wickets at 18.36 for the Mountain Men and will hope to

fill his boots against the thirdplaced Saints.

The winner under lights at Horsham City Oval will put a gap between the two sides in the one-day ladder.

Blackheath-Dimboola and Jung Tigers will hope for strong performances at Dimboola on Saturday.

Hornets strong as finals loom

BY SARAH SCULLY

Horsham

Hornets coach Cam

Bruce is looking forward to a strong hitout with fellow Country Basketball League finals contender Mildura on Saturday night.

The Hornets are likely to finish on top of the league’s north-west conference ladder regardless of the outcome of this week’s game, their last for the home-and-away season.

The Hornets recorded a narrow three-point win over the Heat the last time the sides met, in early December.

“We had a tough game against them last time in Mildura and were fortunate to get the win that night,” Bruce said.

“I’m looking forward to a tough game in the lead-up to finals. Mildura will play finals. Depending on how teams finish, we are likely to play Mildura or Maryborough in the semifinal.”

Horsham has sat atop the ladder all season, with 10 wins from 11 games.

Even if they lose to Mildura, the Hornets’ superior percentage should see them finish ahead of second-placed Bendigo.

The Horsham men will enter the clash in good form following a 35-point victory over Kyneton at home on Saturday night.

“It’s always good to get a win, es-

Round-12 results

Men Horsham Hornets d Kyneton Tigers 89-54

Terang Tornadoes d Ararat Redbacks 76-69

Women

Terang Tornadoes d Ararat Redbacks 64-47

pecially after a long break,” Bruce said. “We had a bit of rust, but I was reasonably happy with the game.

“There were times I thought we took the easy option and settled for too many outside shots, but we spoke about that.

“In the last quarter we blew them out of the water and played how we wanted to play.”

Bruce had a full side to choose from against the Tigers.

Tim Pickert top scored with 22 points, with Jeremiah McKenzie, 15, and James Hallett, 11, also finishing with double figures.

Bruce put the result down to a team effort.

“There were no standout players, it was more about getting used to playing with each other again and getting a bit of fitness,” he said.

Horsham will play Mildura at Horsham Basketball Stadium at 7pm.

The Lady Hornets were scheduled

LEAPING: Horsham’s Cam Bruce completes a lay up in front of his Kyneton opponents.

Picture: PAUL CARRACHER

to play Kyneton’s women’s team last week, but won on forfeit.

The Lady Hornets have a bye this week but will finish on top of the ladder, with nine wins from 10 games.

Ararat Redbacks

Ararat Redbacks will host a travelling Millicent on Saturday following matches against Terang.

The men got within seven points

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of the Tornadoes in round 12 of the south-west conference.

Zac Dunmore continued his strong form for the Redbacks, leading the way with 20 points.

He was backed up by Josh Fiegert, 16, and Jason Cameron, 12.

The match was close throughout but the Redbacks were unable to gain the ascendancy.

Ararat’s women battled hard against

a higher-ranked Terang outfit, going down by 17 points.

Chloe Dunmore and Delaney McLoughlan were the standouts for the visitors, slotting 16 points apiece. The team will look to the pair for strong performances again in the last round of the conference’s home-andaway season.

The women will play at 6pm, with the men to tip off at 8pm.

Sport

Horsham to host deciders

BY SARAH SCULLY

Horsham

Amateur Basketball Associa-

tion has secured home Country Basketball League grand finals in its first season in the league’s new north-west conference.

The Horsham association’s application to host the deciders – for the fifth consecutive year –was approved this week.

The coup is likely to benefit Horsham Hornets players and supporters, with both the men’s and women’s teams in strong positions to nab grand final berths.

Both Hornets teams have dropped only one game for the 2017-18 season and are sitting on top of their respective ladders.

Horsham association CBL representative and player Matt Lovel said it was exciting to secure another home grand final.

“It’s great for the association and shows how we have hosted games in the past stands out,” he said.

“Sometimes I feel we’re not in any doubt of getting to host the grand final because of the crowds we get to games. Some places we play at have very small crowds compared with the numbers we get.

“However, Bendigo is a bit more central to all of the teams, so it could have gone their way, if they applied. We have no idea which other clubs applied.

“Hopefully both Horsham teams will be in the grand final, and if so, it will save us some travel.”

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Jeremiah McKenzie guards

Kyneton’s Matthew Bourke during their Saturday night clash.

Pictures: PAUL CARRACHER

The Hornets men have contested three of the past four grand finals, in the league’s south-west conference, while the Lady Hornets were runners-up last year after winning in 2015-16.

Lovel said the Horsham teams were enjoying the switch to the north-west competition.

“It has been a good change,” he said.

“Playing in the same competition, you get a little complacent because you play the same teams over and over and you know what to expect.

“This season, not knowing what to expect, we’ve had to bring our A game every week, which has benefitted us.

“Also, our younger kids are a bit older, bigger and stronger this season, which has made a difference. It’s been really good.”

The Hornets men will play their last game of the home-and-away season against Mildura this week, while the women have a bye ahead of finals.

Horsham is also in a strong position to host the competition’s semi-finals, with the venue to be confirmed on January 20.

Lovel said the women’s finals had a new structure this season.

“I think it’s because they have less teams than the men, but they will play a quarter final as well this year,” he said.

The women’s quarter finals will be on January 27.

Men and women’s teams will contest semi-finals on February 3, with grand finals at Horsham Basketball Stadium on February 10.

at Friday, February 2, 2018

During the day there will be:

• Wholesale representatives in-store, live ACE Radio crosses, discounts and plenty of giveaways.

• The ‘Fowl Talkers’ boys will be giving away a few early hints before the night and demo a display from G3 boats. It’s a huge day in store, so don’t miss out!

Information night

• There are limited tickets available for the 7pm Fowl Talkers presentation, where you’ll learn all the secrets on how and where to get your ducks.

• Heaps of new products from our suppliers on display.

• A meal will be provided with drinks.

Cost is $20 per head. Booking essential. Payment required on booking. NO payments accepted on the night.

Super hot specials throughout the night on all hunting accessories and yes..... steel shot cartridges will be available!!

NOTE: Booking is for the Fowl Talkers presentation

Daytime trading (9am-5pm) will be as usual.

Horsham Hornet Mitch Martin leaps to make a basket during his side’s win over Kyneton on Saturday night. The Hornets are travelling well ahead of the County Basketball League finals series and have an extra incentive after winning the right to host the north-west conference grand finals. For more, see pages 50 and 51. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER