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Carpets are a very essential part of home or office décor because they add warmth

and color to a room in addition protecting the floor and reducing noise levels in the room.

However, the biggest problem associated with using them is that they have to be cleaned regularly.

Carpet cleaning is certainly an expensive process but it is also time consuming and cumbersome if the

carpeted area is very large. It is very important for you to learn how to do spot cleaning of your carpets so that you can take care of any small stains as soon as they occur. Doing this will reduce the need to have your carpets cleaned too often since they will not have

unsightly stains.

It is very difficult to prevent stains from happening on a carpet especially if you entertain a lot or if there are pets or kids at home. It is very common for coffee, wine, food and even paint to fall on them depending on what your lifestyle is like. You do not need to panic every time something falls on your carpets and stains them as long as you know how to handle the problem. It is very common for food to fall on carpets even if diners are careful. Stains caused by ketchup or pasta sauce can look very jarring if the carpet is light in color. You can do spot carpet cleaning by using plain baking soda on the spill. It will foam for a couple of minutes after which you should sponge the entire debris away. Use a highly absorbent paper towel to remove all the moisture left on the carpet and to pick up any remaining baking soda. Red wine or coffee can look disastrous on a carpet. You need to do first aid immediately if there has been a spill. Red wine responds very well to club soda or to salt. Pour some on the stain and let it absorb all the wine. You can then

vacuum the area dry. In case the stain is stubborn you should use a small amount of fabric detergent to do spot cleaning as well. Fabric detergent is also very effective against coffee stains as long as you use it immediately after the spill. Mix some vinegar into the detergent solution and use it to mop up the stain. Lipstick stains can also be removed with the help of a weak solution of white vinegar in water. There are plenty of home remedies that you can follow in order to keep your carpets stain free. However, there are a few rules that you should always remember while trying out carpet cleaning on your own. Firstly, you should scrape away any solid matter whether it is food, vomit or excrement. You should also dab away at the stain using the appropriate cleaning product and never wipe it because wiping will cause you to spread it further. These carpet maintenance tips work very well with regular vacuuming in order to reduce your cleaning costs.

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A recent survey of Gippsland residents are so financially aware that the recent spate of media surrounding the finance market hasn’t changed their attitudes to debt, according to a recent survey.

Local Mortgage Broking firm Club Financial Services conducted the survey with their clients, to gain insights into the financial mindset of average Gippsland residents. Being a part of a national franchise network, also allowed the firm to compare these attitudes to the national responses to the survey.

The survey mirrored questions a similar group of respondents were asked a year ago, to allow changes in attitudes to be assessed. Interestingly the outcomes almost echoed the previous year’s results.

Of the local respondents, around 86 per cent had home loans, 19 per cent investment loans and 17 per cent personal loans. 59 per cent of individuals surveyed owed between $100,000 and $300,000, while 21 per cent had borrowings between $300,000 and $500,000, 6 per cent between $500,000 and $700,000 and 8 per cent in excess of $700,000.

Club Financial Services Gippsland principal Rob Egan said on a positive note this level of debt was much lower than the national average and slightly reduced when compared with last years results.

He said it was also encouraging that talk of rising interest rates this year did not appear to be causing alarm amongst respondents.

“With refinancing a general indication of pressure on household budgets, approximately 83 per cent of respondents said they had not refinanced recently, with 11 per cent signalling plans to refinance. This mirrored our national findings.

“Usually when there is a change in the economic climate borrowers tend to look for ways to ease their cash flow by refinancing their loans, but these results show that average Australians are coping reasonably well ”Mr Egan said.

“When asked how they felt about their level of debt, 95 per cent of respondents with debt believed it was either comfortable or manageable and that monthly repayments could be factored into their household budget.”

When asked about making extra repayments on their loans, encouragingly Gippsland residents appear to have a greater focus on paying off their debt with 46 per cent of respondents noting that they top up their repayments every month or fortnight (compared with 35 per cent nationally) and 23 per cent never making extra repayments (compared with 35 per cent nationally).

The survey also found the majority of respondents had borrowed on a variable interest rate (77 per cent) and they knew the interest rate charged on their loans (78 per cent).

Participants also signalled wealth creation being on their radar, with 26 per cent of respondents indicating that purchasing an investment property is a current consideration, which was 10 per cent lower than the national average.Respondents were also asked directly whether their attitude to borrowing had changed in the past year, with 58 per cent confirming no change, compared with 70 per cent nationally.

Changes noted by local respondents were all financially sound approaches and included increasing loan payments (24 per cent), enlisting the services of a financial planner (10 per cent) and consolidating loans (5 per cent).“The results show that by and large, average Gippsland residents are conscious of keeping up with repayments and are financially aware,” Mr Egan said.

“These are not high-fliers but prudent individuals who are careful not to over-commit themselves financially, which is a sound approach in the current climate”.In what Mr Egan said was a further show of financial wisdom, similar to the national and last years results, close to three quarters of respondents said if they won $25,000 tomorrow they would invest the funds in their mortgage, property or deposit the windfall in a savings account.

“By comparison, only 11 per cent said they would go on a holiday, 5 per cent buy a new car and 2 per cent invest in shares” he said.

“These findings indicate that average Gippsland residents and Australians overall are focussed on their overall financial health and that the events of the past year, if anything, have cemented this position.”

ABOUT CLUB FINANCIAL SERVICESClub Financial Services is one Australia’s fastest growing and most vibrant mortgage lending and loan broking businesses. With 25 franchises across Australia, Club prides itself on offering a transparent, friendly and local service to every customer. Club Financial Services is a part of the Firstfolio Group of Companies. For more information visit www.clubfs.com.au.

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Howdy folks!what a glorious Autumn we’re having! It’s terrific. Oh, may we take this opportunity to wish you a joyous and safe Easter.

last month, we spoke of cypress canker - a serious disease that infects certain conifers. I promised more research into the treatment involved, well, it looks like a costly and lengthy exercise, phosphoric acid is used according to the directions on the product one chooses. some of the trade names are fos-ject 200, phosphite, phos-pot 400, and throw-down 400. Ball park figure is around $120 per 15 litres. Small trees can be sprayed to run-off point large trees must be injected using a spring-loaded injector, drill a 2 cm deep hole at an angle about 15 cm above ground.

After treatment, seal the hole with silicone, putty, or the like and sterilize tools in a bleach solution. This may need to be repeated approximately three times,

two months apart and then one treatment every two years. as a protector copper silicate or kocide can be used. whew! Big project! ‘specially if a large wind break is involved. For those of us who find this all a bit daunting, elm savers is an organization that has had great success treating insects and diseases in trees, including canker and elm beetles. The phone number is (03) 97231779 or 0419560179. Steve parton is the owner. Good luck! Please do let us know how you go. now onto a lighter note and some of the fun things to plant in April.

Garlic, daffodils, ixias, jonquils, drises and gatillion oher spring flowering bulbs. For something different try one of the beautiful alliums available. Robbie gave me the seed head of one, it is at least 30 cm wide ad reminds me of a sparkler! Of course, tulips come in so many colours, its mine-boggling. Depending on your area, you can plant broccoli, bastoni (broccolini),

cabbage, cauliflower, and have you tried the mini varieties? How about some silverbeat, coloured chard, lettuce, beet-root. For flowering varieties, there are some lovely pansies, violas, snapdragon, stocks, iceland poppies, and what about the striking impact of the old fashioned ornamental kale and bye-the-bye it is quite tasty.

We could chat for hours about Autumn projects, as it does rival spring for a growing season, and you can brighten your winter days like we say, chat with your nursery person.

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How to choose the best coffee beans !:

There is a huge selection of coffee beans available on the market today and there is no right or wrong flavour, it all comes down to personal taste. Buying coffee is no different to buying wine, each person’s palate is different, and what tastes great to one person may taste not so good to another.

Here are a couple of pieces of information that may help you when choosing a coffee. There are two main types of coffee bean, Arabica and Robusta.

Arabica coffee is grown at high altitude, and is prized for its smooth, complex flavours. They range in taste from sweet-soft to sharp-tangy; their roasted smell is very fragrant with fruity notes and sugary tones. Arabica coffee is a much smoother taste than Robusta coffee and half the amount of caffeine. Therefore an arabica coffee is a much better choice for people sensitive to caffeine.

Robusta coffee is grown at a lower altitude are disease resistant and much less expensive to produce. Italian blends of coffee have always had a fair amount of robusta beans in the blend. When added in small quantities to arabica coffee, robusta improves the quality and crema thickness of the espresso.

When purchasing coffee beans it is better to buy smaller amounts more often. Generally you should only purchase as much as you can use within about 10 to 14 days. The longer you can leave your beans whole, the better, as beans deteriorate in quality much quicker when they are ground, so having your own grinder is a definite advantage.

The choice of which beans to buy is now up to you. It is better to choose a medium roast

to begin with and then you can go either milder or stronger next time. Remember,

if you are having the beans ground, to have them ground to suit the style of coffee you are making. This is very important!

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HELP OUR COMMUNITY

The Australian way is to lend a hand where it is needed; to drop what you are doing and assist someone else. That has long been the Australian way in times of conflict and war.

More recently we have seen examples of the Australian spirit during our devastating weather events in both Queensland and Victoria. Helping a friend comes in many guises.

Now you can help the Moe RSL by volunteering some time to sell ANZAC badges and memorabilia leading up to April 25th.

The money raised goes directly towards improving the welfare of our veteran community.

So, do something to make your self feel good – volunteer to sell badges and memorabilia for ANZAC day.

Two hour shifts at various locations in Moe are available from 9am – 5pm on the following days:

Wednesday 20th of April Thursday 21st of April

Please phone the Moe RSL on (03) 5127 1007 or alternatively come in and see Reception during business hours to advise us on times and dates you are available to volunteer.

63 - 67 Albert street, Moe.Ph 5127 1007

Website: www.moersl.com.au Email: moersl@netspace.net.au

Your entertainment Venue, right in the

heart of town!Members Lounge

Bingo Every TuesdayEyes Down 7:30pm

Free every Friday nightLive Bands from 8:30pm

Regular Raffles and Happy Hours

Restaurant Open 7 days

Lunch 12pm - 2pmDinner 6pm - late

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DONATIONS BOWL ALONG

Recently the Traralgon Bowls Club hosted the Make-A-Wish Foundations Annual Bowls Night. Now in its second year at the Traralgon Bowls Club, the Make-A-Wish Annual bowls night has grown quickly to become a very successful

fundraising event.

This fundraising event is made possible by the support of many local businesses and the wider community. This year the event attracted over 150 participants raising in excess of $3000. These fund raising efforts are a real credit to the event

organisers from Make-A-Wish.

The Traralgon Bowls Club values the services and support provided by the local branch of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and has pledged its ongoing support for

next year’s events.

Details of next year’s event will be posted on the Traralgon Bowls Club website later in the year. Please check out the clubs website for a full list of fundraising events

and donations made:www.traralgonbowls.com.au

Event Winners: The Make-A-Wish Foundations Annual Bowls Night winners the team from

Gippsland Water.

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Enjoy a delicious meal in our club bistro main menu/snacks/specials/coffee and sweetsBars/Tabaret/Sky Channel/TAB ORSit back and relax in our lounge area and enjoy watching your favourite sports on the big screen TV’s.

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BISTRO NOW OPENThe RSL & Sale club’s bistro is up and running with well known locals ‘Jo and Lou’ providing first class meals at very affordable prices. The lunch time specials are already a big hit, and at $9.50 and on your table within 15 minutes its not hard to see why. The dinner menu has something for everyone from prime steak cuts, parma’s, fish & chips, kids meals and the full range of Chinese dishes. Call in or book a table now.Raffles –Wed nite- Fri. nite- Sat lunchJoker Poker- Wed & Fri nite

Poker(texas hold’em) Thursday nite 7.30

Members Draw -Fri 6pm, 7pm, 8pm.

Bistro open 6days Tuesday – Sunday12-2pm lunch, 6pm- 8pm (8.30pm Fri/Sat).Dinner.

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Holiday makers along Gippsland’s coast are being urged to make a final check for litter before they head for home.

A site cleanup would help support the anti littering campaign, Victoria’s Coast Too Lovely to Litter, which aims to reduce litter along the coastline by at least 30 percent over the summer and autumn holiday periods.

The litter prevention campaign asks Gippsland residents and visitors to the region to watch out for litter and to report anyone seen to be littering. We have many holiday makers that venture to Gippsland to enjoy our beaches and camping places, but to keep our coast beautiful it’s important that people remember to clean up their campsite or beach area before they leave for home.

Whether people are surfing at Mallacoota, fishing at Lakes Entrance or enjoying the southern beaches around South Gippsland and Phillip Island everyone wants to enjoy a litter free, clean coastline.

Cleaning up your own litter also encourages others to do the same. Research shows people are less

inclined to leave their rubbish behind in clean areas. The Too Lovely Too Litter Campaign, the first of its kind in Victoria, was launched just before Christmas.

The campaign, involving the Gippsland Regional Waste Management Group and the four Gippsland local governments with coastline (Wellington Shire, East Gippsland Shire, South Gippsland Shire and Bass Coast Shire) focuses on the most visible types of litter including takeaway containers and wrappers, beverage containers, cigarette butts and other types of packaging.

The campaign is primarily funded by the Australian Packaging Covenant and EPA Victoria with funding from five regional waste management groups, including the Gippsland Regional Waste Management Group. In addition, funding and significant in-kind support has come from 20 councils situated along the coast from the South Australian to the New South Wales borders.

The campaign runs until May 2011.To keep track on what’s happening, log on to www.toolovelytolitter.com.au

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The Fun Place to beThe Sale Greyhound Club has just participated in the Wellington Shire’s Relay for Life event under the banner “Team Unleashed” and has raised $15,700 for the Cancer Council. The event was held on the grounds of the Club and was once again a huge success, with the grand total of the event being $189,000.

The Sale Greyhounds main motive to be involved in the event this year was to provide support for one of our own, Helen Farrell, who this year has had her own personal battle with Cancer.

Well done to all participants not only from our team but all that got involved in the Wellington Shire Event and we look forward to doing it bigger and better next time round.

Bingo – Monday, Charity Bingo 7.30, Tuesday, Free Bingo from 11am, Wednesday, Jackpot Bingo 7.30pm, Thursday Night, 100% giveback Bingo

from 7.30pm. Friday Bingo, 1pm.

Trackside Bar & Grill Open 7 days for lunch and dinner.

Friday night monster raffles + pot draw kicks off from 5.30pm and now includes the new Mega Number Give away, a free entry given with every

raffle ticket sold.

Free hire on all our function and conference facilites – present this add to receive a 10%

discount off your next function.

Emma Burge, Helen Farrell & John & Eileen Waugh.

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Baw Baw NewsLocals learn more about the LatrobeAlmost 30 local landholders spent a day learning more about the Latrobe River, one of Victoria’s hardest working rivers. Hosted by the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority (WGCMA) at the Noojee Reserve, the event featured a range of guest speakers to provide an in-depth view of the health and inhabitants of the river. The participants were greeted by Waterwatch Facilitator Nicole Russell, who gave a presentation on the macroinvertebrate (water bugs) that live in freshwater rivers and creeks. Wearing waders and using a small net, Ms Russell demonstrated different techniques for surveying macroinvertebrates while explaining how they were useful indicators of river health. Both children and adults took the chance to get a close up view through a microscope of the tiny freshwater animals that were captured. Baw Baw Shire Council Environment and Pest Plant Manager Carolyn Ferguson presented some examples of common weeds and exotic plants

that can escape from gardens into waterways and threaten riparian vegetation. WGCMA River Health Team Leader Michelle Dickson spoke to the group about the on-ground work that has been completed in the local area by the WGCMA in partnership with landholders along the Latrobe River. Ms Dickson said the aim of the day was to offer landholders and the community a chance to learn more about the Latrobe River and what they could do to improve the health of the river. “Weed reduction, fencing off remnant vegetation along waterways and revegetation has been undertaken throughout the area as part of the WGCMA’s river health program,” Ms Dickson explained. “The Latrobe River is in pretty good condition in this part of the catchment and is loved by locals and visitors alike who make use of the river to fish or just enjoy being in the natural environment. “The recent works will help keep the river in good condition for the

future, local landholders can build on this by undertaking regular weed control and protecting remnant vegetation on their properties.” The final presentation featured Baw Baw Shire Council Environmental Health Coordinator Robyn Duffy, who explained the different requirements when installing septic tanks and the impact they can have on water quality. Baw Baw Shire Council Mayor Diane Blackwood said it was vital to protect local waterways. “While Council, the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority and state government have a key role to play, protecting our waterways is everyone’s responsibility,” Cr Blackwood said. “Our waterways are a precious resource and it is important that we educate the community about what they can do to ensure their protection.” After the presentations were wrapped up, locals enjoyed a catch up and discussed with the guest speakers some of the issues relating to their properties over a free lunch alongside the river.

Hot Rodders were hugely disappointed when it became known that the Hot Rod Rumble, an epic event held over the Easter 2005 weekend at Calder Park, was put on hold after insurmountable problems with the venue management.

Many Hot Rodders have been in constant touch over the last few years hoping for a return of this extremely successful event, well… the time has finally come for this great event to be resurrected.

The 2011 Hot Rod Rumble will be held on the 16th-17th of April 2011, the weekend prior to Easter, at Lardner Park a great venue for such an event, and the format, although varied from the first Hot Rod Rumble, will still be exciting and entertaining.

We have plans in place to ensure that the Hot Rod Rumble will continue to bring an exciting event to

Hot Rod enthusiasts over Easter weekends in subsequent years.

This event is modelled after the successful Kustoms Of Australia event strategy, but with its own unique flavour. Rockabilly festival, Hot Rods, Kustoms, Musclecars, the Hot Rod Rumble will be structured in such a way that its bound to bring enjoyment to all automotive and music enthusiasts for many years to come.

This event is organised by Chopper and the Kustoms of Australia krew, so ya just know it’s gonna be fun. With so much going on your biggest concern would be to choose which part of the action you’ll be watching or participating in over the weekend.

Hey… guys & gals, life’s too short. Let’s cram it full of fun! There’ll be lots of more detailed info

introduced over the next few months as the finer points are taken care off, but if you got any enquiries call 03 9796 2251or check our web site: www.kustoms.com.au

Hot Rod Rumble 2011

Celebrate a life

The Rossetti Family’s excellent facilites allow you

to remember and rejoice in your loved one’s life.

Offering a beautiful chapel and many innovative services,

everything will be looked after in your time of grief.

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Catering for the Bride and B r i d e s m a i d s .flower girl paige boy also debutante and evening wear including hand made fascinators.

We cater for after hours appointments in our spacious, welcoming boutique. Looking forward to helping Gippsland Brides be a Bride to be remembered forever.

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OPEN 7 DAYSMon 6am - 5pm. Sun 7:30am - 4pm

Fresh Bread, Pies and Cakes258 York Street, Sale

Ph 5144 3066

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Easter Art Show 2011St Pauls Catherdral SaleDelbridge Hall, 47 Cunninghame Street, Sale.An exhibition of visual art to be held over the Easter week.

Artists are invited to create and submit works in painting, drawing, sculpture, multi media, textile art or photography.

This is an opportunity for local artists to display and sell their artworks.

Section & Prize: Open - $200 voucher JR Framing and Art Religious/Spiritual Art - $100 Photography - $100Peoples Choice Award - $50 voucher

Official Opening : Tuesday 19th April 2011 at 7-30pm. All welcome

Opening Times: Wednesday 20th April – Tuesday 26th April 10am – 5pm daily

Great Success - Austrian HeurigenGreat food, fine wine, cheerful music, wonderful weather and very pleasant company

All this was enjoyed at the Austrian Heurigen event held at Captains Lodge International Motel, Sale on Sunday 13th of March, between 12 – 5pm.

On arrival our host the ever bubbly, Elisabeth Staberhofer, owner of the Captains Lodge International Motel and event organiser greeted us dressed in traditional Austrian costume and immediately made us feel welcome and relaxed.

The outdoor garden surrounding around the pool was filled with people chatting, drinking, enjoying the music Renee Groiss on his Styrian Harmonica of and soaking up the sunshine.

The smell of the barbeque had us all excitedly waiting for the food to arrive and in a short time we were treated with several courses. Firstly entrees of dips, breads and a traditional jellied pork terrine. The mains followed with sausages and side dishes of sauerkraut, potato salad and more dips. Next was what we had all been waiting for, the Austrian Wiener Schnitzel with yet more sausages, side dishes and dipping sauces and just when you thought you had tried it all Elisabeth produced the most succulent roast pork and gravy.

A beer and a wine to go along with this as well as great company from local people and folks from Melbourne and beyond showcased Sale as an interesting and diverse community.

By 4pm we were ready for the finale, of course the famous Strudel and a delightful chocolate Torte, a traditional Viennese Sachertorte and coffee.

It seemed such a short time from when we had arrived (always does when you are really enjoying yourself) and it was time to thank our wonderful host Elisabeth and head off home feeling perhaps a little over full but very happy.

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Medicinally it is regarded

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At Go Vita Sale, we are here to help our customers with

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Caz, B.J. & Sue Ann are your highly qualified and trained instructors at Step into Life Group Outdoor Personal Training in Sale / Maffra.We now have venues in Sale and Maffra, which means that our fun, affordable sessions are now available to the broader community. Our programs are a fantastic solution to the boredom of working out alone and a great way to meet new, likeminded people! Our range of cardio, boxing and toning sessions are suitable for everyone and each session can be adapted to suit individual needs whatever your age or fitness level.

Most people spend their days inside working, they don’t want to then go to the gym to workout inside! Exercising outdoors is a proven method of boosting

self esteem, balancing moods and increasing energy levels! Our aim is for you to start or finish your day with enthusiasm and a sense of achievement.

We also offer Fun Run packages for those who have always wanted to try a fun run or marathon. Sue Ann your trainer, has participated in many marathon and triathlon events and has experienced the highs and lows of getting herself through to the end of an event. Sue Ann will provide you with strategies and techniques to give you the best chance of achieving your event goals.

To book your free trial session at our Sale or Maffra venue Call Caz now on 0457 923 336, we’d love to meet with you and have a chat about your health and fitness goals.

Achieving Fitness Goals

Experience the Joy of Yoga

Flowing & alignment based teach-ings, creating energy in the body while learning the technique in-

volved.

Classes to suit all levels - Beginners course starts in February 17th

Take advantage of Local Extra offer. Get 10% off block classes when you

mention the paper Call Lucilla for details.

0437 107979 or joyyoga@dcsi.net.au

Step into Life® Sale• McMillan Park, Foster Street, Sale

• Port Of Maffra PlaygroundPark, River St, Maffra

Mobile: 0457 923 336

At Ulandra Cottage we can help you let the outside world drift away...indulge in a relaxing,

rejuvenating massage. We endeavour to offer an individual approach that suits you. Weekend & evening bookings

available. Contact 0418542772 or

www.ulandracottage.com

Massage remains one of the most effective ways of reducing stress in your life. Stress is your body’s way of responding to any kind of demand. A certain amount of stress is actually helpful when confronted with life challenges, responsibilities and problems. However, stress levels can become unhealthy depending on how you react to it and how much time and energy you spend worrying it.

Long term stress may cause disturbed sleep, Irritability, anger, back pain, high blood pressure, anxiety, fatigue, depression, headaches, taut muscles, digestive problems, poor immune system, muddled thinking and substance abuse.

Massage calms your nervous system, releases tension and promotes relaxation. Calming your mind and body with massage engages your relaxation response. This shuts off the danger signals to your brain and the stress

response burns out.

If you are feeling stressed out, then regular massage can help you regain a sense of revived general wellbeing and aid in the restoration of your body’s entire healing process.

For further information about the benefits of massage for stress contact Sandra at ULANDRA COTTAGE Massage and Stress Management.

Reducing Stress

Recent research has shown that the skin reacts particularly well to certain vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that nourish the skin, making it appear youthful and healthy. The following nutrients are among the very best to consume for healthy, young-looking skin:

Silica:Silica is a trace mineral that strengthens the body’s connective tissues - muscles, tendons, hair, ligaments, nails, cartilage, and bone - and is vital for healthy skin. Food sources of silica include leeks, green beans, garbanzo beans, strawberries, cucumber, mango, celery, asparagus and rhubarb.

Zinc: The mineral zinc is an important component of healthy skin, especially for acne sufferers. Zinc acts by controlling the production of oil in the skin, and may also help control some of the hormones that create acne. Foods rich in zinc include fresh oysters, pumpkin seeds, ginger, pecans, Brazil nuts, oats, and eggs. Zinc can be purchased in supplement form, in both liquid concentrates and tablets.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Dry, inflamed skin or skin that suffers from the frequent appearance of whiteheads or blackheads can benefit from supplementing with essential fatty acids (EFAs), especially omega-3s. EFAs are responsible for skin repair, moisture content, and overall flexibility, but because the body cannot produce its own EFAs, they must be obtained through the diet.

Selenium: Selenium is an

antioxidant mineral responsible for tissue elasticity. Dietary sources of selenium include wheat germ, seafood such as tuna and salmon, garlic, Brazil nuts, eggs, brown rice, and whole-wheat bread. Brazil nuts are perhaps the best source, and eating just 3-4 Brazil nuts per day provides adequate selenium intake for most people.

Vitamins C, E and A: Vitamin C is highly effective at reducing free radical damage, such as that caused by overexposure to the sun or pollution. Vitamin C is especially effective at protecting the skin from overexposure to the sun when combined with vitamin E. Foods high in vitamin C include acerola (a cherry-like fruit), red and green bell peppers, guava, kale, parsley, collard greens, turnips, and broccoli.

Vitamin E is another powerful antioxidant that reduces the effects of sun exposure on the skin. When combined with vitamin A, vitamin E is especially effective at preventing certain skin cancers. Vitamin E also reduces the appearance of wrinkles, and, when applied topically, soothes dry or rough skin. Food sources of vitamin E include wheat germ oil, sunflower seeds, safflower and sunflower oils, almonds, spinach, peaches, prunes, tomatoes, cabbage, asparagus, and avocados.

Vitamin A promotes proper repair and maintenance of the skin, and deficiencies can result in a dry, flaky complexion. Topical vitamin A treatments

are often used to treat acne and other skin ailments. Foods high in vitamin A include liver, chili peppers, dandelion, carrots, apricots, collard greens, kale, sweet potatoes, spinach, and cantaloupe.

Skin Care - Naturally

MARKET WORLD

REH Cork Club Craft Market2nd Saturday of the Month (Sep to May)Kay Street Gardens, TraralgonContact 0487 342 675

LATROBE COUNTRY MARKETEvery Sunday 8:30 am - 1:30 pmLatrobe Road, MorwellContact 5166 1353

TRARALGON FARMERS MARKET4th Saturday of the Month 8am - 1pmKay Street Gardens, Traralgon Contact 5174 2279

OLD GIPPSTOWN MARKETLast Saturday of the month 9am - 2pmOld Gippstown Heritage Park, MoeContact 5127 3082

DROUIN CRAFT & PRODUCECivic Park, DrouinThird Sat of month, 8am - 12:30pmContact 0428 252 440

ROKEBY COMMUNITY MARKET Main Road, RokebySecond Sat of month, 8am - 1pmMay - SeptemberContact 5626 8523

LONGWARRY FIRE BRIGADEMARKETBennett Street, LongwarryFirst Sunday of Month 8am -1pmMarch - DecemberContact 0419 158 946

YARRAGON COMMUNITYCRAFT & PRODUCE MARKET4th Saturday of the month 9am-2pmYarragon Public HallCampbell Street, Yarragon.Contact 5634 2209

EAST GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKETSecondary College Oval, McKean Street, BairnsdaleFirst Sat of Month, 8am-12pmContact 5156 9342

SURF CLUB MARKETForeshore Grounds Rotunda,Near the Footbridge, Lakes Entrance.First Sun of Month, 9am - 3pmContact 5153 1916

METUNG FARMERS MARKETVillage Green, MetungSecond Sat of Month 8:30am - 1pmContact 0458 431 844

PAYNESVILLE LIONS CLUBMARKETGilsenan Reserve, PaynesvilleSecond Sun of Month 8am - 1pm

Contact 0400 327 526LAKES ENTRANCE PRIMARY SCHOOL MARKETEvett Park, Myer St, Lakes EntranceThird Sat of Month 8am - closeContact 0421 004 859

BAIRNSDALE UNITING CHURCH CAR BOOT MARKETGreat Alpine Road, LucknowThird Sat of Month, 8:30 - 11am

BRUTHEN VILLAGE MARKETBruthen Mechanics Hall, Main StreetFourth Sat of Month 9am - 1pmContact 0428 501 634 or 5156 4148

LUCKNOW MARKETHowitt Park, Lucknow, BairnsdaleFourth Sun of Month, 8:30am - 1pmContact 5152 4662

HEYFIELD MARKETJohn Greaves Memorial Park, Temple Street HeyfieldFirst Sat of Month from 8amContact 5148 0505

ROSEDALE COMMUNITY MARKETPrince Street Park, RosedaleSecond Sun of Month 7am - 1:30pmContact 5199 2818

SALE CHARITY MARKETThompson River Canal Reserve, SaleThird Sunday of Month 7am - 1pmContact 5144 1258

WELLINGTON FARMERS MARKETSkate park Grounds, Foster St, SaleThird Saturday of Month 8am - 1pmContact 0408 057 772MAFFRA VARIETY AND FARMERS MARKETFirst Sunday of the Month 9am - 1pmContact 5144 1108

YARRAM VARIETY MARKETYarram Girl Guide and Scout HallFirst Sunday of month 8am - 1pmContact 5182 5679

STRATFORD VARIETY & FARMERS MARKETApex Park, Princes Highway, StratfordFourth Sunday of Month 9am - 1pmContact 0408 057 772

PROMONTORY HOME/PRODUCE MARKET PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKETVenue: Foster Showgrounds, FosterTime: 8am Start Time: 8am—12noonContact: Max Parnell, 03 5682 2654 3rd Saturday of each month.

TARWIN LOWER MARKET JUMBUN-NA BUSH MARKETVenue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, Tarwin Lower Venue: The Main Hall, JumbunnaTime: 8:30am startContact: Carol Dwyer 5663 7657 Contact: Dawn Wylie 03 5657 32531st Sunday of each month.

VENUS BAY FARMERS MARKETMIRBOO NORTH MARKET Venue: Venus Bay Village, Jupiter Bvd, Venus BayVenue: Baromi Park, Mirboo North Time: 8 am to 12 noonLyn Hodges 0409 742 290Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465Last Saturday of each month

STH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET KONGWAK MARKETVenue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koon-warra Venue: Korumburra—Wonthaggi Rd, KongwakTime: 8.30am startContact: Rod 0408 619 1821st Saturday of each month.

LOCH VILLAGE MARKET TOORA MARKETVenue: Railway Siding, Loch Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, TooraTime: 8:30am start Contact: Ron Payne 03 5659 0212 2nd Sunday of each month

LOCH PUBLIC HALL WINTER MARKET COAL CREEK FARMERS MARKETVenue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch Venue: Coal Creek, Sth Gippsland Hwy, KorumburraTime: 9am—1pm Contact: Jennie Kennedy, 03 5659 4305 2nd Sunday of each month NB: Plastic bag free

INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKETVenue: The Glade, InverlochTime: 8am to 1pmContact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 00963rd Sunday of each month

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Something for everyone!

SOUTH GIPPSLAND

Third Saturday of the MonthSkate Park Lawns PORT OF SALE

Contact 0408 057 772

WELLINGTON FARMERS MARKET

WELLINGTON FARMERS MARKET

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MAFFRA VARIETY& FARMERS

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First Sunday of the MonthJohnson Street

MAFFRAContact 0408 057 772

STRATFORD VARIETY& FARMERS MARKET

STRATFORD VARIETY& FARMERS MARKET

Fourth Sunday of the MonthApex Park

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Jenny 0488 287 216 John 0408 149 863

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Carmel’s CreationsFor all your jewellery designs

Carmel KingP.O.Box 690, Bairnsdale, 3875

Phone 0427 067 644carmel.henry@bigpond.com

Coronet Bay Easter Fair

Bistro Open for Lunch 12 -2pm

Sunday to FridayOpen for Dinner 7 days 6 - 8 pm

Bar - Coffee Lounge

Great VenueGreat MenuGreat Club

Great Function Facilities Available

Come and See for yourself!52 Hazelwood Road, Morwell

Ph 5134 3449

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WHAT’S ON AT THE

On Easter Sunday, April 24. it will be the Coronet Bay Easter Fair. This is our major event for the year and is first and foremost a family fun day, when the community and its visitors get together, but it is also our major fundraiser helping us to raise a little more money to continue the improvement of Coronet Bay.

As usual King Neptune will appear from the sea and greet all the children and take part in the opening ceremony with the mayor, Cr. Veronica Dowman.

There will be many fun activities live music, carnival rides, races, games with prizes as well as helicopter rides. There will also be

an Easter egg hunt with a difference and a sand castle competition, and the ever popular “Best Dressed Dog” competition. So dress up your pooch.

The Art Show this year will have an important childrens competition with pupils from the Bass Valley Primary School showing their artistic skills on a Fair theme.

To sustain us we will have top quality sausages, hot dogs and gourmet sandwiches. There will be baked potatoes, soft drinks and fairy floss and of course top quality coffee so you can have your espresso, latte or cappuccino.

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John Leslie Theatre

Box Office (03) 5143 3200 Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00am - 5:30pm and one hour prior to every show. 100 Foster Street, SALE

What’s On! The Marriage of FigaroBy W.A. Motzart

This sparkling production of Mozart’s classic comedy is a feast for the ears and eyes. It features an instrumental ensemble sharing theatrical and musical honours with Co-Opera’s finest singers, all beautifully dressed in period wardrobe with a difference – faintly comic, yet utterly respectful to its performance tradition. Once again, it is conceived as ‘opera in the round’ allowing a cabaret format for satisfaction of all the senses although it can just as successfully be performed in a

pros arch theatre.

Co-Opera’s performance gives newcomers an opportunity to experience the delights of the drama and the music at close quarters. Seasoned opera goers can take fresh delight in a Figaro where every fine nuance of musical and dramatic flavor can be appreciated at close quarters; where every voice in an ensemble has its own life and every flash of the eyes fully understood.

Viva Figaro!

Wednesday 6 April, 8pm Tickets 51433200 or www.ebbwec.com.au

Breast WishesAn Uplifting Musical Breast Wishes is an uplifting new Australian musical about life, love, family and silicon.

Meet four women: sisters, Lyn & Carol; Mum, Helen & cousin Sal; add a fumbling boyfriend, a well meaning husband and a bra-fitter who’s seen it all and you will be taken on a witty and heart-warming journey through laughter to triumph.

A celebration of breasts and those who support them, Breast Wishes is written by some of Australia’s most respected comedic and dramatic writers including Merridy Eastman, Jonathan Gavin, Richard Glover, Wendy Harmer,

Sheridan Jobbins, James Millar and Debra Oswald, with music and lyrics by Bruce Brown and original concept by Anne Looby.

Breast Wishes has show stopping numbers, a dazzling cast and a stellar creative team and is directed by Jason Langley, with musical direction by Michael Tyack, choreography by Nathan M Wright, dramaturgy by James Millar, production design by Imogen Ross, lighting design by Trudy Dalgleish and sound design by Michael Waters

A sophisticated and hilarious glimpse of

cleavage and beyond which promises to make your heart sing! Proudly supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation

Wednesday 20 April, 8.00pmThursday 21 April, 8.00pm

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The Tarra Festival is co-ordinated by a team of volunteers and representatives of local service groups and community organizations.

The committees’ aim is to co-ordinate and promote a program of activities and events staged by the local service groups, schools and community organizations throughout Easter.

The Festival is funded 100% by sponsorship, grants and donations from businesses, tourism bodies and the local council with dozens of volunteers all assisting to help make the Festival come alive.

So whatever you are doing at Easter Long Weekend “come and experience Tarra Festival” and make sure you don’t miss one of Gippsland’s biggest and most popular events.

Friday 22nd April Good Friday Tarraville Living History Museum - Old Tarraville School

11am Combined Church Service - Tarraville Church, Tarraville. FREE A short service to celebrate Good Friday.

2pm – 4pm Official Tarra Festival Opening - Yarram Memorial Park FREE ADMISSION Come along and enjoy a family afternoon in the picturesque gardens of the local Memorial Park before the official opening ceremony.

6pm – 7.30pm Yarram Courthouse Gallery “Where are they now?” FREE ADMISSION Courthouse Gallery, Commercial Rd, Yarram

7pm Rotary Art Show Grand Opening - Yarram Regent Theatre COST $10 Come along and view the exquisite art work by local artists at the annual Rotary Art show. Refreshments Included.

Saturday 23rd April Easter Saturday8am Yarram Market - Guide & Scout Hall YarramFREE ADMISSION 9am Pre-Procession Activities - Main Street Yarram FREE ADMISSION Let the festivities begin! The town comes alive as everyone prepares for the main event. Roving performers & local musicians, butterfly stilts, bubble blowing, KoKo the Clown, delicious BBQ and Crayfish Spins. A hive of activity, great family fun. Come early to get a good seat along the street, ready for the main event. NOTE: NO DOGS PLEASE.

9am – 4.30pm Arty Folks, Crafty Sales - Yarram Community Learning Centre, GOLD COIN ENTRY 292 Commercial Rd Yarram

10am – 4pm Yarram Courthouse Gallery “Where are they now?” FREE ADMISSION Courthouse Gallery, Commercial Rd, Yarram

10am – 5pm Rotary Art Show - Yarram Regent Theatre COST $3 Come along and view the exquisite art work by local artists at the annual Rotary Art show.

11AM MAIN EVENT STREET PROCESSION MAIN STREET YARRAMA splendid array of themed decorated floats by local schools and community groups. Come along and watch the floats proceed along the main street in a loud, fun, creative and colourful parade. Great entertainment and local shops open to add to the exciting atmosphere. Come early to secure a spot along the main street!NOTE: NO DOGS PLEASE.

11am -2.30pm Look, Lunch & Listen - Yarram Primary School FREE ADMISSION A terrific way to finish the street procession. Come in and enjoy the great family atmosphere. Lots to see and do. A Banquet of delicious food

and beverages on offer and what a fabulous entertainment extravaganza! Face painting, musicians, children’s rides, balloon tying and a enormous Ruang-a-bang-bang musical instrument made from recycled materials which will be played by local school children. A definite must for the family!

11am – 4pm Lions Mixed Sports Day - Historic Port Albert Racecourse COST $5pp A terrific afternoon of great, family fun activities including cattle cutting,lawnmower races and live entertainment. Delicious BBQ 16 & UNDER FREE and bar open.

12pm – 4pm Genealogy Society - Herd Testing Centre, Commercial Rd Yarram A great opportunity to find out about your family history.

4pm Woolworths Kids Easter Hat Parade - Woolworths Yarram Plaza Age group prizes 0-4yrs/5-9yrs/10-12yrs. Prizes for the best Easter themed Hats, every entry receives a show-bag.

Sunday 24th April Easter Sunday 8am Port Albert Regatta Market - Port Albert

7.15 Registration Tarra Bike Challenge - Yarram Memorial Park Fully supported with rest areas Cost Ranges from $10 Individual8am START A great family activity…bike riding on a peaceful Sunday morning.Cost Ranges from $10 Individual - $50Family. Start and finish in Yarram Memorial Park. Please come along prepared with all equipment including bike, helmet, riding gear and water.Optional distances/rides available:• 10km Tarra Trail• 40km Port Albert Loop• 90km Woodside Beach & Port Albert

9am Local Football & Netball Match, D.W.W.W.W Vs Junior & Senior COST $10 ADULT $5 STUDENT Alberton West Recreation Reserve 9am Red Cross Pancakes in the Park - Yarram Memorial Park FREE ADMISSION A great way to start your day…delicious breakfast in the beautifully landscaped gardens of the local park. Bacon and Eggs, golden pancakes, tea and coffee.

9.30am – 4pm Arty Folks, Crafty Sales - Yarram Community Learning Centre, GOLD COIN ENTRY 292 Commercial Rd Yarram

9am – 11am Red Cross Stableford Golf Day$10 ENTRY FEE Non handicap Event. Open to Men and Women, 18 hole course. Spend the day at the award winning Yarram Golf Course, afternoon tea provided.

10am – 3pmRotary Art Show - Yarram Regent Theatre COST $3 Come along and view the exquisite art work by local artists at the annual Rotary Art show.

10am – 4pm Yarram Courthouse Gallery “Where are they now?” FREE ADMISSION Courthouse Gallery, Commercial Rd, Yarram

11am Giant Garage Sale & BBQ - 11 McEvoy St, Port Albert FREE ADMISSION Roberston’s Beach Progress Society Fundraiser

6.30pm – 12am Yarram Social Dance Group - Woodside Hall, Woodside COST $10 PER PERSON A great night out, perfect for family, friends and groups. All welcome. Come out and enjoy some great entertainment. Tea, dance, soup and sandwiches.

8pm Alberton Cemetery Ghost Tour - Alberton Cemetery COST $2 For all thrill seekers. A guided tour through the old historic Alberton Cemetery. Not for the faint hearted or the superstitious, be prepared for some surprises and scares.

Monday 25th April Anzac Day & Easter Monday Yarram and neighbouring towns will have dawn services and other Anzac Day ceremonies. Check local guides for details.

8am Combined Services Monster Market - Yarram Recreation Reserve $2 ENTRY FEE

WOW Tarra Festival

Easter Hours: Friday 12 midday - 1am, Sat 10am - 1am

Sun 10am - 11.30pm, Monday 12 pm - 11.30pmCourtesy Bus Running Each Night

Big Easter Raffles Thursday Night

Bistro open lunch and dinner, For bookings Phone 51825399

322-340 Commercial Road, Yarram

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ALPINE COUNTRY GOLDEN BEACH END OF SUMMERSURF FESTIVAL 2011

The Famous Golden Beach Surf Fishing Competition.NOW HELD EVERY EASTER.The Fishing Competition starts:8am Thursday thru Good Friday, Easter Saturday and concludes 11am Easter Sunday.Weigh In TimesThursday 9am to 5pmGood Friday 1pm to 3pmEaster Saturday 9am to 5pmEaster Sunday 9am to 11amPresentations at Golden Beach from 2.00pm Easter Sunday.Official Weigh In Stations At: Golden Beach & Lochsport ANZAC DAY SERVICE COMMENCING 10AM MONDAY 25TH APRIL

THE FESTIVAL INCLUDES:Fishing Competition Golden Beach Nursery & Open Garden Market, Hole in one competition.

FREE Live Band. and much more

EVENT CALENDARFishing Competition Commences 8am Thursday 21st thru to 11am Sunday 24th AprilSt Annes Church Golden Beach service Good Friday 10.30 am 22nd AprilGolden Beach Community Nursery & Open Garden Market, 8am to1pmEaster Saturday 23rd April.Casting Competition 8am to 1pm Easter Saturday 23rd AprilCFA Garage sale 8.am to 1pmGolden Beach Golf Club hole in one Competition Easter Saturday 23rd April. Commencing 8amFree Live Band Easter Saturday night 7pm to 10.30 pm 23rd April.Golden Beach SLC Easter Egg Hunt 9am Easter Sunday 24th AprilFishing Competition presentations 2pm Easter Sunday 24th AprilGolden Beach SLC Spit Roast Dinner 6pm Easter Sunday 24th April

GREAT FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY WITH HUGE PRIZES

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Fishing Comp Entry : Singles $10 , Children $5.00 ,Special prizes for Men’s - Ladies & Children’s sections..

MAIN PRIZE DRAW ; CAMPER TRAILER VALUED AT approx $4000Community Raffle (Total Value) $1000 fishing gear

GENERAL RULES AND CONDITIONSBOUNDARIES:Seaspray to lochsport inclusive.

METHOD OF FISHING:Maximum of two (2) lines per contestant, casting from beach only. Fishing from boats use of blood, electronic apparatus, kite, catapults, balloons, bazookas, surfboards etc; will lead to disqualification, stewards will patrol contest area.

WEIGH IN CONDITIONS:Stewards have the right to refuse to weigh-in any fish not cleaned to specifications. Contestant or his/her proxy must sign for any fish weighed-in. This signature will be proof of correct recording of fish type, weight and ticket number.

CLEANING OF FISH:All fish will be gutted with full cut (see diagram), and cleaned of all sand.Fish without heads or gills will not be weighed.Competition Organized By: Golden & Paradise Beach Ratepayers and Residents Association Inc. Organizers Contact No 03 5146 3447

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This year there are two exciting new dimensions to the Be Inspired Arts Festival:

First - we have the (brilliant) new festival theme of LIGHT. Gippsland Light. Shining. Sparkling. Flashing. Glorious light. The possibilities have been endless - and artists across the region have been inspired in a hundred different ways.

Secondly - Creative Gippsland was thrilled to appoint its first ever Artistic Director - Neill Gladwin - to

assist with the Festival programming- and what brilliance he has brought to the role!

Neill, perhaps best known as ‘half’ of the internationally acclaimed comedy duo Los Trios Ringbarkus, and the Lawnmower Man at the Sydney Olympic Games, has brought his enormous and diverse artistic and theatrical experience to Gippsland - and we are all the richer for it. Thanks Neill !

Inspirevent is the Grand Opening of the Be Inspired Arts Festival

Heralding in the first night of this month-long festival, Warragul comes alive with the sounds of musicians - on the streets, in the parks, along the footpaths and through the car parks of the town.

Instrument players from a mix of cultures and traditions meet in Civic Park in the town centre for a massed performance - outside, inside and on top of the West Gippsland Arts Centre.

Come and be a part of something

magical. Skip the light fantastic and help us ring, drum and blow in the start of a great Festival!

A daytime ‘make and play’ your own recycled drum workshop for children will be held on Saturday 30 April, prior to the evening’s Inspirevent .

Location: Civic Park, Warragul Dates: 4.30pm Saturday, 30 April 2011Contact: Karen Whitaker-Taylor, 0407 637 721Email: karen.whitaker-taylor@bawbawshire.vic.gov.au

Heart in the Night, is the new poster image for the be inspired Arts Festival 2011

Creative Gippsland called on artists across the region to submit artworks for this prestigious role - to become the face of the be inspired Arts Festival. The winning artist is Camille Tragear from Ventnor with this photograph of her ‘sparkler-made heart’ taken

at Cowes, Phillip Island.

Camille, at 16, is an aspiring photographer and currently attends Wonthaggi Secondary College. She’s a member of the Freeza committee, and enjoys photographing music festivals, events and local sparkler action.

Artistic Director

Inspirevent - Grand Opening

Heart in the Night

Be Inspired Arts Festival 2011Gippsland Glows 1-31 May 2011www.creativegippsland.com.au

“Gippsland’s be inspired Arts Festival is a month-long celebration of creativity.” From Phillip Island to Mallacoota and everywhere in between.

Artists & animators, drummers & dancers, festivals & felters, musicians & makers, photographers and iphonographers, textilers & texters will all be sparkling. All across Gippsland. All through May 2011.

The be inspired Arts Festival will again fill Gippsland this May with its brilliant, creative glow to warm the cockles of our creative hearts.

This year with its theme of LIGHT and our amazingly innovative Artistic Director Neill Gladwin - Gippsland is set to shine - with artist-made inflatables, choreographed brass bands, fabulous young film makers , far flung photographers, big screen

animation, multimedia installations and well ... acres of art & heart.

As usual the Festival is built on a huge program of community and artist-run events, exhibitions, performances and festivals - happening right across the region.

Visit the website at www.creativegippsland.com.au for all the details of almost 100 creative events. Online listings with dates, times, locations, contacts and event-specific Google Maps will help you find everything you need to know. You can search by artform, artist, location, date, keyword - or just browse the entrire Festival program.

This year’ Festival also brings you six must-do HIGHLIGHT events, designed ‘specially to get everyone out and about - and into the Gippsland Light. Here’s a taste of what’s on offer - but be sure to check the website to plan your Festival itinerary so you’ll be sure not to miss a thing.

Neill Gladwinneillgladwin.comEast Gippsland Art Gallery, Bairnsdale

Light graffiti opens up a whole new world of drawing and image making. It’s easy, exciting, lots of fun and you’ll be surprised at the results.

Bairnsdale’s E a s t G i p p s l a n d Art Gallery has been experimenting with this great new artform - which uses long exposure p h o t o g r a p h y - and invites everyone (with a camera and tripod) to follow their online instructions to create their own Light Graffiti.

You’ll need: a tripod or steady surface, a point and shoot digital camera or SLR digital camera; a light source (that can be moved around like a torch or bicycle light) a dark or dimly lit area; and (ideally) a friend to help.

Your best images (no larger than 2mb) can be s u b m i t t e d to the East

G i p p s l a n d Art Gallery by email. S e l e c t e d works will be posted on their w e b s i t e , printed and d isplayed as part of E G A G ’ s

Seen in the Light exhibition from 29 April to 17 May 2011. Find all the instructions online and be a part of this fun exhibition.

Don’t miss the Light in a Box exhibition which runs concurrently at EGAG. 30 black boxes, created by East Gippsland artists reveal their contents - when the light is switched on!

www.creativegippsland.com.auSearch for: GRAFFITI

Seen in the Light: Light Graffiti

1 Apr-31 May Cowwarr Art Space 5148 9321 Exhibitions: Mary MacQueen & Clive Murray-White Cowwarr Art Space, 2730 Traralgon/Maffra Rd, Cowwarr (Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon) 1 Apr-7 May Teases the Line 5163 1310 Five Gippsland artists tease the line between abstraction & realism... Arc Yinnar, Main Street, Yinnar 1 Apr-15 May Reverie 5142 3372 Exhibition by Claire Anna Watson Gippsland Art Gallery, Sale 23 Mar-12 May Easter Icons: The Colour of Prayer 5952 2095 An exhibition of religious icons St John’s Uniting Church, Cnr Chapel St and Wosley Ave, Cowes 9 Apr-2 May Intimate Studies 0409 218 661 Exhibition by Helen Masin and Pauline Bailey Stratford Courthouse Theatre and Gallery, 66 Princes Highway, Stratford Workshops: 11-18 April, Exhibition: 1 - 31 May One small window: Light 5143 5570 An ABC Open Gippsland video project Workshops & screenings in Mirboo North, Warragul, Wonthaggi, Traralgon, Lakes Entrance 15 Apr–26 May Different Views 0409 218661 Joint exhibition of paintings by Pauline Bailey and Helen Masin Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan (Closed Tuesdays) 24 Hour shoot - 17 April. Exhibition 1-31 May 24 Hours 0418 115 935 Gippsland photographers in control of the light Phillip Island, San Remo, Grantville, Wonthaggi and Inverloch. 17 Apr-21 May Lost & Found 5683 2481 David Frazer, Works on paper: wood engraving, etching & lithography Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek 21 April-10 May Where are they now? 5185 1233 A group exhibition showcasing the talent that was grown in Yarram. Yarram Courthouse Gallery, 122 Commercial Rd, Yarram (Closed Wed) 29-30 April The Anthropomorphization of Ada Cross A Drouin based company presents original, devised theatre. West Gippsland Arts Centre, Cnr of Smith & Albert Street, Warragul 5625 460329 April - 17 May Seen in the Light (Light Graffiti) 5153 1988 Light graffiti - a whole new world of drawing and image making East Gippsland Art Gallery, 2 Nicholson St, Bairnsdale 29 April - 17 May Seen in the Light (Light in a box) 5153 1988 30 black boxes reveal their contents - when the light is switched on! East Gippsland Art Gallery, 2 Nicholson St, Bairnsdale 29 Apr - 31 May Darkness and Light Laurel Foenander Exhibition. Mangowood Gallery and Gluten Free Cafe, 6-8 Smith St, Warragul 56 232777 29 Apr-1 May, 7,8, 14,15,21 & 22 May Travelling Light 0407 443 606 An Exhibition by Art Teachers Art Bradley Hall - Fine Art Gallery, Old Telegraph Road West, Drouin West 30 Apr - 5 Jun Talisman 5142 3372 An exhibition by Susan Milne Gippsland Art Gallery, 68 Foster Street , Sale 30 April Inspirevent 0407 637 721 Grand Opening of the Be Inspired Arts Festival Civic Park, Warragul 6 & 7 , 13 & 14, 20 & 21 May Light Murder Mysteries served with Delicious Light Dinner. 5956 8465 Offshore Theatre at Phillip Island Winery 414 Berrys Beach Road, Ventnor, Phillip Island 1, 8 & 29 MayCapturing the Light 567 23731 Four Gatherings in May Mitchell House, 6 Murray Street, Wonthaggi 1 May - 19 JunA Day in the Light of Gippsland 51455439 New works by the Briagolong Artists exploring Gippsland light The Big Gallery, Forbes Street, Briagolong 1 - 31 May Light the Flame 0409 934 213 Daily workshops in lampworked beads and jewellery making The Goldsmiths Gallery, Shop 3 Bridgeview Arcade, San Remo 1 - 31 May Arty Farty Latte Party 0419 556682 Sip your latte while enjoying our art in local cafes Various cafes around the West Gippsland district 1 - 31 May Australian Masters of Art 5655 1811 Outstanding artworks by leading Australian artists Coal Creek Art Gallery, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra 1 - 31 May Ceramics at Manna 0412 330 709 Exhibition of local ceramic artist Lynn Whelan Manna Gum at Broadbeach, 5 Lindsay Close, Inverloch 1 - 31 May Art in the Yurt 595 69391 An exhibition of Indigenous paintings Galleria del Mare, 28 Tunbridge St, Rhyll (Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun) Mongolian Dinner Party. Create wearable art & Mongolian meal to share. Galleria del Mare, 28 Tunbridge St, Rhyll (Date TBC) 1 - 31 May Island Light 595 69391 Exploring the ever-changing light of our Island Galleria del Mare, 28 Tunbridge St, Rhyll 1 - 31 May Light within the Darkness 567 23731 Buskers playing original work on the Streets of Wonthaggi Wonthaggi Town Centre (various days) 1 - 31 May Jindivick Sculpture Show 56 285316 A town embraces sculpture ... Jindivick Township1 - 31 May Events at the Kiosk Watch out for spontaneous events in the heart of Warragul. Palmerston St, Warragul 5626 1381 1 - 31 May Drawing on Light 5952 3722 Work on oversize paper. Starlight, broken light, moonlight ... Mingara Gallery, 242 Thompson Avenue, Cowes (closed Wed) 1 - 31 May Reflections 1300 226 278 Recent Artwork by Heather Carroll & Marian Quigley Inverloch Community Hub Art Space, 16 A’Beckett Street, Inverloch 1-31 May Little Lights 0418 519 181 Mixed media candelabres & tea lights by local sculptor Sian Adnam Arty Farty Sculpture Studio, 21 Second Avenue, Cape Woolamai 1- 29 May Sculpture round the Lake 0419 301 363 Use the light to find our art in the park Archies on the Creek Restaurant, 81 Archies Creek Rd, Archies Creek (Wed - Sun) 1-31 May Alpaca Textile Art 0356 27 8121 Light on the Environment: Alpaca Textile Art – from Paddock to Gallery 308 Darnum Shady Creek Road, Darnum (Wed-Sun) 1 - 31 May Autumn Light 5956 6388 Bonsai Exhibition Bonsai Island, 32 Phillip Island Rd, Newhaven

(Saturdays and Sundays) 1 May Moe Music Festival 0409 801 031 Jazz, Blues Folk and Country music in the park (undercover) Old Gippstown, Lloyd St, Moe 1 May Choir of Hope and Inspiration 56 242456 Concert with Leading Notes Youth Choir West Gippsland Arts Centre, Cnr Albert and Smith Sts, Warragul 1-31 May A Taste of Art Teachers’ Art 56 331733 A showcase of art by 12 individual art teachers from Baw Baw West Gippsland Arts Centre, Cnr Albert and Smith Sts, Warragul 3 May TheatreSports @ Trafalgar 0409 015 662 Youth Event 10 - 14yrs Trafalgar Scout Hall, Kitchener St (between RSL and CFA), Trafalgar 4 - 31 May Artists Still in Overdrive! 427402117 Exhibition of new art and new cars! Warragul Mitsubishi and Nissan Motors, 4 - 6 Howitt St, Warragul 4 - 29 May We feel fine … 5128 5639 Shining a light on human emotion and communication. Latrobe Regional Gallery, 138 Commercial Road, Morwell 5 - 30 May Art of Dance 5145 6790 Exhibition of art inspired by the ‘Art of Dance’ - and Shakespeare! Stratford Courthouse Theatre and Gallery, 66 Princes Highway, Stratford (Thu – Mon) 5 May The Art of Sexual Science 421017905 Art and lecture of human reproduction West Gippsland Arts Centre, Cnr Albert and Smith Sts, Warragul 6, 7, 13, 14 & 15 May Cymbeline 5145 6790 A play by William Shakespeare Stratford Courthouse Theatre and Gallery, 66 Princes Highway, Stratford 6 May Fall of the Roman Umpire 51539500 Be prepared to laugh until your jaw aches! Forestech TAFE auditorium, Kalmina 6, 7, 8 May Mirboo North Arty Gras 5668 2172 An Arts & Culture & Environment Festival Mirboo North (various locations) 6, 7, 8 May Mirboo North Art Show One of the region’s most highly respected Art Shows. Mirboo North Old Shire Hall, Ridgway, Mirboo North 6 May - 2 Jun Feast On Art @ feastonart 51 542136 Competitive art exhibition: all artwork in Pizza boxes! 136 Nicholson Street, Orbost 7 May Fall of the Roman Umpire 51542634 Be prepared to laugh until your jaw aches! Orbost Exhibition Centre 7 May Wire Wrapping a Cut and Polished Semi Precious Stone 5622 1910 Workshop Warragul Lapidary Club, Warragul Showgrounds, Howitt St, Warragul 7 May Random Weave Basketry 5662 3962 Workshop with Margaret Balfe Leongatha Community House, 16 Bruce Street, Leongatha 7 May - 19 Jun From the Mountains to the Sea 5142 3372 Landscape paintings by popular South Gippsland artist Jason Foster Maffra Exhibition Space, 150 Johnson Street Maffra (Closed Tue and Sun) 7 - 31 May Tini, Ing and … Helen 56 261381 An eclectic mix of paintings and prints, fun and fashion Lillico Glass Studio,243 Lillico Road, Lilllico (Wed-Sun. Mon & Tues by appt) 7, 21 & 28 MayClay Sculpting workshops with Jessie McLennan 56267045 Play with clay (kids or adults) and Life sculpting (with clay) BBAA Arts Hub, Warragul 7 & 8 May Traralgon & District Arts Society Open Days 0427 977 252 Shining a light on ... TADAS Old Railway Station, Queens Parade, Traralgon 7 & 8 May Freestone Press Open Studio 0408 514 560 Open Studio of original linocuts, etchings or woodcuts to view or buy Freestone Press Printmaking Studio and Workshop, 556 Freestone Crk Rd, Briagolong 7 & 8 May Kerrie Warren: Abstract Expressionist 0411 480384 Kerrie Warren opens her studio doors 381 Old Telegraph Road East, Crossover 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 21 & 22, 28 & 29 May Reflection, Refraction, Dispersion 0412 485 044 See how Frank Schooneveldt’s paintings reflect the Australian light Goat Island Gallery, 18 Boundary Rd, Wonthaggi 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 21 & 22, 28 & 29 May Light after Dark 0423 545677 A transitional journey of painting after Black Saturday Studio 40, 40 Pearsalls Rd, Inverloch 8 May Reveal 0419 587 572 A festival highlight event full of inflatables, haiku, sound & light Lake Guthridge, Botanic Gardens, Sale 8 May Fall of the Roman Umpire 0422988890 Be prepared to laugh until your jaw aches! Mudbrick Pavillion, Mallacoota 8 May Carolyn Henry Open Studio 0427 563 246 Shining a light on ... Carolyn Henry 26 Baillie Street, Yallourn North 8 May Sue Coppock Studio Open Day 0427 820 612 Shining a light on ... Sue Coppock 15 Lang Place, Toongabbie 8 May Tracy Roberts Open Studio 5191 8530 Shining a light on ... Tracy Roberts 685 Brown Coal Mine Road, Tyers 8, 11-14, 18-20, 25-28 May Wayne Milner - Open Studio 0412 404 341 Shining a light on ... Wayne Milner Level 1, Wing 3, Ridge Building, Lignite Court, Morwell 8 - 14 May 8, 16, AVI, Crank Them Out Film Festival 0419 592 446 A film festival curated by young, aspiring film makers South Gippsland venues 8 - 31 May EnLIGHTenment 56 342229 Karin Ryan, Darren Gilbert, Leone Gabrielle Town and Country Gallery, 111 Princes Hwy, Yarragon

LOOK OUT FOR MORE EXCITING EVENTS IN MAY in the Creative Gippland Page in the May edition of the Local Extra

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Program - Be Inspired Arts Festival 2011

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24 hours

We Feel Fine......

A love affair with theatre

Off The Leash is the edgy, contemporary theatre company which burst onto the local scene in late 2010, with their brilliant production of The Return by Reg Cribb a play that left the audience buzzing about the full-on performances and incredible onstage tension.

Their current work, LightLine, promises something different again. Beckett-like in its simplicity and impact, this vibrant and challenging performance, has been created by local artists especially for the Creative Gippsland - Be Inspired Festival 2011. Adhering to minimal style that packs maximum impact, Off The Leash works with performers and musicians who are not afraid to stretch their wings and work with others to create unforgettable theatre experiences.

Jeannie Haughton and Steve Wiegerink are the kindred spirits behind Off The Leash, a company aiming to produce quality, alternative, edgy works that attract new participants and audiences to theatre. www.creativegippsland.com.au Search for: LIGHTLINE

8,16, AVI, Crank Them Out Film Festival

Iddeus - Festival Finale

Reveal

Gippsland photographers in control of the light[Image: Ellen Taylor]

What happens in 24 hours? People work and play, they laugh and cry - some fall in love, other have their hearts broken. Lives come to a close and new ones are born - all in the course of one turn of our planet. 24 Hours will explore lives throughout Gippsland, over the course of one day and night.Through the collective work of photographers from across the region, we will have a rare insight into who we are as individuals and as a community. The photographic work will be beamed to us via the Creative Gippsland website and through images displayed in shopfronts, businesses and

galleries within the Bass Coast area - Phillip Island, San Remo, Grantville, Wonthaggi and Inverloch.

Twelve photographic clubs across Gippsland - including young and emerging photographers - will be on assignment, capturing a slice of their 24 Hours, on Sunday 17 April - and the selected 100 works will be on display 1-31 May.

Location: Phillip Island, San Remo, Grantville, Wonthaggi and

Inverloch.Dates: 24 Hour shoot: 17 April. Exhibition: 1-31 May 2011 Contact: Josephine Kent, 1300 226 278 Email: j.kent@basscoast.vic.gov.au

A festival highlight event full of inflatables, haiku, sound & light.Reveal is a lakeside event, embracing sound, movement and light - on a grand scale. Installed in the Botanic Gardens at Sale, the energy is focused on a commissioned work by artist Mark Cuthbertson who chooses inflatables to convey mood, feeling and ideas to the public - in an irresistibly fun artform.

Larger than life - the Reveal installation will incorporate the community’s response to light through projected Haiku - simple words constructed with an ancient rhythm. All this wrapped up in a community celebration of food, wine and performance in the heart of Sale.

L o c a t i o n : Lake Guthridge, Botanic Gardens, Sale Dates: Arrive at 4pm. All will be revealed at dusk. Sunday, 8 May 2011Contact: Frank Norden, 5142 3413Email: frank.norden@wellington.vic.gov.au

An exhibition that explores the communication of emotions.

Latrobe Regional Gallery is at the heart of this Gippsland-wide Festival. Throughout May this fabulous gallery is the home of We Feel Fine - an exhibition that explores the communication of emotions - on a global scale.

We Feel Fine has been harvesting human feelings online since 2005. When it finds the phrase ‘I feel ...’ , it creates a visual representation of the emotions that have been expressed. We Feel Fine is an artwork authored by everyone. It grows and changes reflecting what’s on our blogs,

what’s in our hearts, what’s on our minds.

Visit the gallery and interact with this fantastic installation. Take the opportunity to create a postcard that communicates what’s in your heart and what’s on your mind. Attach it to the gallery wall to help create a living ‘emotional map’ of Latrobe Valley and beyond. Shine a light on how we feel...

Location: Latrobe Regional Gallery, 138 Commercial Road.

Morwell Dates: 4-29 May 2011Contact: Amanda Owen, 5135 4444 Email: Amanda.Owen@latrobe.vic.gov.au

Down south, a film festival curated by young, aspiring film makers will hit the road and set up sticks in three South Gippsland venues.Curated, organised and staged by South Gippsland’s bright young things, this short film festival will feature the work of under-25 Australian film-makers and is supported by ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image).

Location: South Gippsland venues Dates: 8-14 May 2011Contact: Ned Dennis Phone: (03) 5662 9288 Email: NedD@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Epic Tale of Iddeus The Be Inspired Arts Festival culminates in East Gippsland with the Epic Tale of Iddeus.

An animated satire by local satyrs is the Festival Finale highlight. East Gippsland artists pay homage

to this region’s own cultural icons with a big screen stop-motion animation as the backdrop to our Festival farewell.

This FREE Festival Finale begins at 6pm at the Lakes Entrance Surf Club (across the footbridge). Everyone is welcome to join our celebration of Festival highlights from across Gippsland. And your refreshment purchases will support the Surf Club.

Online pre-booking of your FREE tickets is encouraged, as numbers will be limited. But (FREE) tickets will be available at the door if space permits.

Location: Lakes Entrance Surf Lifesaving Club, Lakes Entrance Dates: Saturday, 28 May 2011Contact: Andrea Court, 0408 707543 Email: AndreaC@egipps.vic.gov.au

An ABC Open Gippsland video project featuring snippets of life with a focus on capturing variations in the light.

Gippslanders are invited to submit a raw video between 30 and 60 seconds in length that captures a moment in life, interpreting the theme of light in whatever way they choose. It could be the study of a sunset, a time lapse on a traffic light, a night time neon scene or looking at light reflecting from your back pond.- the options are endless!

ABC Open will be running One Small Window of Light workshops in all 6 shires (Baw Baw, Bass Coast, South Gippsland, Latrobe, Wellington and East Gippsland) throughout the month of April, for participants that are interested in improving their video shooting techniques on their video camera, stills camera or mobile phone camera. These workshops will cover common issues with modern video shooting devices, such as using light, holding the camera steady, following the action (instead of zooming) and downloading your footage from the camera. One Small Window of Light submissions will be screened as an ABC Open video installation in the foyer of each of the Be Inspired festival shire venues throughout May 2011. Participants also upload their videos to our national One Small Window vimeo group, which feature videos from around Australia that shine a light on the everyday moments that happen around us.Visit creativegippsland.com.au for all the Workshop details and Screening Venues

One Small Window of Light

Lightline

The noise of Clanking Tractors, Putting Engines and Steam Whistles echoes around the town of Heyfield on the third weekend of May every year.

Locals only too well know the sights and sounds of the Heyfield and District Vintage Machinery Group’s Annual Rally.

Every year Club Members, along with fellow enthusiasts from other Clubs throughout Victoria and even New South Wales, fill the Gordon Street Recreation Reserve with their pride and joy. Everything from Stationary Engines of all shapes and sizes to Steam Engines and Boilers, Vintage Cars, Trucks, Tractors, Motorbikes and Memorabilia can be seen over the course of the weekend.

The Family always has plenty to look at at the Rally. Blacksmith Demonstrations, Working Exhibits, Various Stalls, Daily Grand Parade, Tractor Pull and this year sees the introduction of Miniature Paddle Steamers to the Rally. It is more than enough to keep everyone entertained, from the toddlers through to the grandparents!

The Exhibitors, proud of their restorations, are only too happy to talk about their treasure to anyone wanting to learn about part of Australia’s heritage being preserved for future generations to admire and also learn about.

Gates to the Rally open at 9am, closing at 4pm on Saturday and 3pm Sunday. Onsite catering is also available over the weekend at the Rally grounds. Admission is $10 per adult, $5 per child (5 -16), $25 per family, under 5 is free

So remember to put the 14th and 15th of May down in your diary as a weekend to reminisce amongst the machinery that was such a common sight many years ago.

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The family orientated Club, which began in 1983, is based in Heyfield but has Members spread from Pakenham to Bairnsdale and beyond. New members are always welcome, Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at the Clubrooms in Fawaz Street, Heyfield. The Club can be contacted at hdvmg@bigpond.com or by ringing the Secretary, Barb Cook, on 03 – 5148 0531. More information will also be available at the Rally.

The Heyfield & District Vintage Machinery Group Inc. presents

14TH & 15TH MAY 2011GORDON STREET RESERVE, HEYFIELD, VICTORIA.

“Preserving Australia’s Heritage”

THEME - “TURN BACK TIME”With working display

Vintage Tractor Pull Steam Engines

Stationary Engines Memorabilia

Vintage Trucks & Cars Blacksmith

On Site Catering

Fun for the whole family Saturday Night Meal for Exhibitors

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THE GIPPSLAND BUSH POETS meet on the second Thursday of the month at the Rosedale RSL hall at 7.30pm . The club has thirty members and is one of six Victorian Bush Poetry Clubs. Our aim is to keep alive the tradition and heritage of this form of Australian entertainment.

Not all of our members are Poets; some just come along to our meetings and functions to enjoy the comradeship and involvement of the club. After a formal meeting that usually takes 1 hour the members entertain with Bush Poetry.

Members are available for charity functions. Contact Margaret Adams, President, on 51471383.

Membership: New members are very welcome and it is a great place and opportunity for the novice poet to start as well as for the more seasoned Poets to try new works. Costs: $20 a year for an individual; $25 per family and Adolescents under 16 are free.

Contact John Britton, Treasurer, on 51472033 or email Susan Clark, Secretary/Editor (as below) for a membership form.

A quarterly newsletter is produced and advertising space is available at a reasonable cost. For advertising details or information to be included contact Susan Clark, editor.

Ph: 0428173452. email:susan.c3@bigpond.com

Gippsland Bush PoetsOld Gippstown Moe will be the destination for music lovers from Gippsland and other parts of Victoria for the 2011 Moe Music Festival to be held on Sunday 1 May 2011. The park will be ringing with the melodic tomes of Jazz, Blues, Folk and Country music in various under-cover venues.

Bands appearing include the Des Camm Jazz Band, Moonee Valley Jazz Band, Riviera Jazz Band, Wonderdogs, Powerhous Blues Band, Have Blues Will Travel, the Strzelecki String Busters and many more. The music will begin at around 9.00 am and go through until 5.00 pm. Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the park. Admission costs are $15 for adults, $10 for students and children 5

years and under are admitted free.

An exciting feature of the music festival will be the running of a steam train to and from Moe for the event. Patron can board the ‘Chattanooga Choo Choo’ at Southern Cross Railway Station, and other stations on route, and be entertained by the Victorian Jazz Workshop Ensemble. Buses will transport people to and from Moe Railway Station to Old Gippstown.

For further details about the Moe Music Festival please contact Bruce Lawn on 5174 3516 or Bill Lawler on 5127 4783. For information about the arrangements for the ‘Chattanooga Choo Choo’ steam train please contact Michael Fozard at Old Gippstown on 5127 3082.

Good Friday (22nd April 2011)10.30am to 3.30pm

Royal Exchange HotelPrinces Hwy, Traralgon

Good Friday (22nd April 2011)10.30am to 3.30pm

Royal Exchange HotelPrinces Hwy, Traralgon

Music by Leigh Thomas & BandJumping Castles

Cup & Saucer RideBucking Bull Ride

Giant SlideWin prizes at the “Fishing” Game

Tenpin Bowling GameFairy Floss

PopcornExotic Candy

The famous REH Cork Club BBQCold Drinks and Coffee

Airbrush TattoosLimousine Rides

Easter Raffle - Win a beautiful Wooden ToyboxSpinning Wheel

Display by Local Fire BrigadesFace Painting

Have your picture drawn by Caricature Artist Tony Bramwell And more . . . .

One dollar from each meal sold at the Royal ExchangeHotel on Good Friday will be donated to the

Good Friday Appeal. (The Hotel opens at 12 noon due to Licencing Regulations)

Proceeds from the event go to the Good Friday Appeal in aid of the Royal Children’s Hospital.

for more info

Visit us @ www.rehcorkclub.org.auAdd us on Facebook @ Reh CorkClubFollow us on Twitter @ REHCorkClub

Phone Roy on 0413 134 350

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Latrobe Regional GalleryColliding Islands9 April – 3 June 2011

Colliding Islands explores the shifting cultural significance of landscape, from traditional concepts of nature to the socio-urban topography of contemporary identities. Specifically, it considers the complex, and sometimes ambivalent, relationships we have with local and international landscapes, including conflicted landscapes.

Traditionally the well-established landscape genre in Australia transplanted a nostalgic, colonising view, reminiscent of the mother country, onto the landscape. Gradually this was mitigated by changing

attitudes to the Australian bush from that of a harsh, uninhabitable environment that required subjugation to a more sensitive and conservation focused exploration. Inspired by the landscape, artists explored a dichotomy between intense light, harsh colours and sensuous organic forms that was reflective of Australian debates,

contributing to national identities and mythology. However, the contemporary landscapes that surround us are multi-layered and increasingly informed by international histories and politics.

Colliding Islands challenges conventional perceptions of landscape. The traditional landscape genre is subverted, individually and collectively, through a diversity of physical and psychological ‘landscapes’. In effect, reflecting collisions with technology and questions how ‘landscapes’ are constructed, ordered and defined.

Image: Heeseop Yoon, Junkshop, 2009. Photograph by Peter Angus Robinson (detail).

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The Family Fun Day will be held on Good Friday at the Royal Exchange Hotel, Traralgon from 10.30am until 3.30pm. The day attracts locals and travellers who stop and spend an hour or two enjoying the activities. Over 3000 people attend throughout the day, with the busiest period being between 11.00am and 2.00pm.

The Family Fun day has grown recently to become a wonderful community gathering for locals and travellers. Last year the Fun Day fundraised over $6,000 as part of our $82,000 yearly total. The Family Fun Day provides a great focal point for all our helpers to meet, and join together in community spirit.

The Royal Exchange Hotel opens at 12 noon (due to Liquor Licencing laws) and one dollar from each meal sold on Good Friday at the hotel is also donated to the Good Friday Appeal.

More details about the Family Fun Day can be found in our advert on previous page

Collecting for the Good Friday AppealThe REH Cork Club will be out collecting for the Good Friday Appeal in aid of the Royal Children’s Hospital on Thursday 21st and Good Friday 22nd April at the corner of Princes Hwy and Breed St, Traralgon.

If you have an hour (or more) to spare, why not come along and help us. We will be collecting from 7am to 6pm on Thursday and 7am to 3pm on Good Friday. To join us please call Roy on 0413 134 350.

If you can’t help us, feel free to drop a few coins into the tins as pass through Traralgon.

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Bullant Brewery Bruthen is located on the Great Alpine Road in Bruthen only 15 minutes from Bairnsdale in East Gippsland

The Brewery provides the opportunity for visitors and locals to experience locally made beers and excellent restaurant quality food sourced from local producers. Whether a snack or a meal, the beautiful setting allows visitors to dine indoors or outside on the expansive deck overlooking the Tambo Valley and Rail Trail right on its doorstep.

Bullant beers are designed to match their menu just like wine, but they are equally enjoyable as a solely refreshing beverage. At present we have on tap our Mossiface Pale Ale along with our Guest beers and apple

cider and soon our Bark Sheds Wheat Beer and Piano Bridge Stout will be available on tap.

Bottling will commence shortly so you will be

able to take home your favourite beer.

The brewery complex is welcoming and

generous, purpose built to offer the best facilities.

The centrepiece is the brewhouse itself, sourced from Richmond Virginia USA, it is copper clad mash tun and kettle with 4 jacketed uni-tanks used for fermentation and 2 bright beer tanks. The brewhouse can be viewed through large, wide windows, so, sit, sip and ponder the wonders of beer making.

We invite you to visit and experience the Bullant Brewery Bruthen – the home of ‘beer with bite’

Latrobe Valley Scuba Club celebrated it’s 50th Anniversary recently and past and current club members gathered at Old Moe Gippstown to celebrate the achievement.

It was great to see some of the pioneers of the club along, these included – Mick Bridle, Don Allison, Terry Mead, Peter Grass, Michael Tutin, Georg Seegers, Kevin & Daryl Brew and Tom Haley. Others such as Marg & John Sinnma travelled all the way from Western Australia for the event.

It was a very social night with lots of tales from the past and an extensive display of diving memorabilia spanning the five decades.

Photos• 534 group shot• Cutting the birthday cake – Representatives from each of the decades Kathy Mewett 1990’s, Georg Seegers 1970’s John Sinnma 1980’s Don Allison -1960’s the oldest diver Kelsea Timmers 2000’s - the youngest diver• Rob Timmers & John Chandler

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Of all the activities we do walking is probably the most sociable. There is nothing more enjoyable than going for a pleasant stroll on a sunny autumn day, breathing in the fresh air, while chatting with friends. For those more enthusiastic this simple form of exercise may include discovering new places or getting in touch with our history. A walk to the cemetery or the cricket field at Whalhalla is a good example.

Those of us with more gusto than good sense often get a rush of blood to the head and decide a longer walk of 2, 3 or more days is the way to go. This is also where factors like weight become more critical. I often hear from customers, “My pack is so heavy, is there anyway of reducing the weight?” or “ I would love to try longer trips but I am worried about the weight I will have to carry”.I’m not suggesting you go to extremes but here are just a few of the ideas that have been thrown around the camp fire to lighten your load:Cutting your tooth brush handle in half.Carry the exact number of matches you will need.Shorten your shoe laces so they only do up the top half of your boots.Put all your food into an airtight bag and squeeze all the air out.Take a fleece vest instead of a jacket.Empty half the gas out of your stoves cylinder.Or, take the batteries out of your torch because they’re what make it so heavy.Now at this stage you may be questioning, quite rightly, the sobriety of the people making these suggestions. Yes, these are just plain silly ideas, for very obvious reasons.

If you do want to make your hike more comfortable by really reducing weight try some of the following.1/ How much clothing do I really need? Don’t take a

change of clothes for every day you will be out. One set to walk in, one set to change into for night time, and if you need to, one set to travel to and from your hike. This last one is especially good if you haven’t had the opportunity to have much of a wash over 3 or 4 days. It

may not worry you too much but I am sure your friends in the car with you will appreciate it. And the good thing is you don’t have to take them on the actual hike.

2/ I will just throw in a little bit of extra food in case I need it! Wrong. All those little bits add up. Plan all your meals but don’t overdo the nibbles. You should have a good idea of what meals you will need, there portion size and how they taste. For cold weather I up the

portion size by 20%. My food choice is also influenced by where I am trekking too. Will I be in a very remote area or is there a Mc Donald’s just over that nearby ridge? The only difference weight wise between one night out and more is the amount of food you carry.

I usually aim for about 500gm -600gm per day for my food allowance and haven’t gone hungry yet.

3/ Your choice of gear can have a great bearing on you weight. For tenting I try and stick to a ratio of 1.0kg -1.2kg per person. Obviously if you can share gear ( eg. cooking equipment like a Trangia stove and a tent) between 2 or 3 walkers it will greatly reduce the individuals load.

4/ Always pack your own pack. It would surprise you how often I hear that someone went off hiking with 6 pairs of socks but no toilet paper or breakfast. “I didn’t pack my pack because I didn’t have time” is not an excuse for getting it wrong. There have been times when I have packed a week before a hike and just topped up with a few perishables just before I walked out the door.

It is your responsibility to make sure that when you are out in the bush you can look after yourself and not be a burden on your fellow trekkers. I love the 3 rules a fellow trekker told me years ago. Proper Planning, proper Preparation, all in Pursuit of a good time.

Now is a great time to get out to some of our higher areas before they get seriously

snowed in. A walk from Mt St Gwenear to Mt Baw Baw and back is great at the moment with the added bonus of a little snow play along the way. This walk follows part of the Alpine Walking Track with the snow gums now in their autumn splendour. But as always, keep a very close eye on the weather, and be prepared to call it a day if the weather turns for the worst.

Safe walking. John

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Congratulations to:1. Ashley Stebbens who flew his first solo flight in Jabiru 5182 recently. Ashley is now building his command time and increasing the skill required to gain his Recreational Pilot Certificate.2. Peter Stark has gained his Navigation

and Passenger Carrying endorsements recently also and is rapidly building his command time in order to become eligible to commence his training towards a Recreational Flight Instructor Rating.

Hello again. It seems only yesterday that I was writing the editorial for March. Time certainly flies as you personally age. It might also be something to do with everything that’s happening on the world scene.

Even we who live in the arguably best country in the world have had our share of events this year. Spare a thought or prayer for those less fortunate than us.

Several people have completed Trial Instruction Flights in March and they all enjoyed the experience. Two of them have commenced flight training towards gaining their Recreational Pilot’s Certificate.

The weather has lived up to its unpredictable reputation and I have had to postphone quite a few flights in March due to these weather conditions. We could all be forgiven for thinking that Winter is rapidly approaching, except for the mild temperatures.

AVGAS - FUEL AT WEST SALE AT LAST!!!On Friday 25th March, I spoke to the Manager of the business who will position the AVGAS fuel tanker at West Sale. Apparently there will be no more hold ups with the process and he expects to have the tanker positioned at West Sale in the first third of April.

AVGAS will be available Monday to Friday during business hours. It is the intention on weekends to have set time slots allocated to refuel aircraft. Outside these hours a callout fee will apply.I am sure there will be a lot of aircraft owners pleased with this news.

IMPORTED AIRCRAFTThe high value of the Australian Dollar has prompted a number of Australian pilots to purchase aircraft overseas, have them shipped over and assembled locally. Most are aircraft in the general aviation category, though there is a recreational category aircraft about to arrive in a container that will once assembled, grace our local skies.

THE COMING OF AGE OF LOCAL AVIATION IDENTITYRudy Spiessl, a local aviation identity recently joined those of us already beyond the big six zero. A party was held for him to celebrate this milestone at his home on Saturday evening. Visitors came from Canberra, Merimbula, the Melbourne area and from throughout Gippsland.

Rudy has been involved in the aviation industry for many years, his expertise in aircraft engines, both horizontally opposed and radial, puts him in a league of only a few in Australia in his field. I recall in the 1970’s asking Chris Sperou (the Australian Aerobatic Champion in those days) where he had his engines overhauled and prepared, Chris immediately replied “Rudy Spiessl at Sale in Gippsland, Victoria!” What Chris Sperou couldn’t do in an aircraft wasn’t worth doing. The same could be said for the Late Pip Borman. Many of us remember Pip for his flying expertise and commentary as he flew, tumbled and gyroscopically precessed all over the sky in extremely entertaining aerobatic displays.

Rudy built Pips engines as well. These custom-made, blue printed engines were put

through manoeuvres I’m sure they were never designed to do but they consistently performed beyond expectations - a testament to Rudy’s experience, expertise and high quality product.

Rudy has been responsible for training quite a number of apprentices over the years. His first apprentice graduate (now living in Canberra) attended Rudy’s birthday party on Saturday, surely a testament to Rudy’s character and the professional respect he has forged in the Australian aviation industry. Australia’s aviation industry, both in general aviation and recreational aviation need more people like Rudy Spiessl.Well done Rudy, keep it up mate!

VISIT TO EAST SALE RAAF BASE - AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLGippsland Flight Centre has appointed Peter Stark as our Social Co-ordinator. He is about to arrange a series of visits to the RAAF ATC East Sale and is collecting names of interested pilots who wish to take part. Each visit will be for limited numbers and will be made during operational hours.Call Peter on 0429 640 032 to register your interest. or email p.stark.mail@gmail.com

Until next month,Tony Peters

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Vistas of distant mountains frame the Snowy and Brodribb waterways full of birds; black swans, cormorants, pelicans and ducks. You may pass by a sea eagle’s nest high atop a tree in the rainforest, all while you enjoy a fresh coffee and scrumptious cake from the galley.

Paddle Steamer Curlip II is a replica of an

historic paddle steamer of the Snowy River, in Far East Gippsland, Victoria. A community project, her construction has utilized the traditional skills of wooden boat builders, and thousands of hours of volunteer labour. The Curlip operates as a cruise vessel on the Snowy River Estuary exploring the natural and cultural heritage of this hidden gem of Far East Gippsland.

Visit: www.paddlesteamercurlip.com.au for further information or call 03 5154 1699 for details of the cruising schedule. Tickets can also be purchased at the Marlo General Store.

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All our produce is sourced where possiblefrom local growers and suppliers

Step back in time The land that is now Nyerimilang Heritage Park was first owned by Mr A Murray in 1884. He later transferred it to Frank Stuart of Melbourne who built a home as a base for fishing and shooting holidays at the Gippsland Lakes.

During the early 1920’s his son Frank Jnr extended the house, developed the surrounding gardens and lived here in style, complete with housemaids and gardener. When Frank Stuart Jnr died in 1936 his widow gave the property to the Anglican Diocese of Gippsland for use as a Boys Training Farm.

William Buckland, ‘the quiet millionaire’ bought Nyerimilang in the 1940’s and occasionally used it as a holiday home. After he died in 1964, the property was purchased by Jack Ramsdell who used it as a cattle

stud. Nyerimilang was purchased by the Victorian Government in 1976. A display featuring the history of Nyerimilang and the natural resources and history of the Gippsiand Lakes is located inside the homestead.

A collection of reference material for further study is available in the homestead library which is usually open every Wednesday morning.

Nyermilang Heritage Park is owned by the people of Victoria and managed on their behalf by Parks Victoria.

Pioneer Skills and Colonial Crafts DaySunday, 17 April 2011Displays of pioneer crafts and skills, spinning weaving etc. Devonshire teas, sausage sizzle, billy tea and damper. Ideal outing for the school holidays. 10 am. to

3 pm. Adults $4, children free.

EMAIL: nyerimilang@ozemail.com.au PHONE: 5155 2159

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Looking for a new dog/companion?

Fernbank Lodge provides some kennels for dogs that need rehoming as part of a community service they do for dogs in need. If you are thinking of getting a new

dog or looking for that special companion, give Fernbank Lodge a call, as we might just have a wonderful addition for you.

Two in particular are looking for homes right now. A wonderful border collie who is eager to please, listens well and is looking for that one only owner

who wants to put him to work. He has energy to burn, he needs a working home. The other is another boy beagle lab cross who would be a great companion for any other dog you already have or happy to just play with you.

We also have five wonderful puppies who will be ready f o r n e w

homes in a couple of weeks, so now is the time to choose yours.

A donation is all that is required to gain the loyalty and devotion

of these dogs.

Please call Fernbank Lodge on 5157 6234 if you want to come and meet our special guests.

Happy ChickensMany aspects make a happy chicken. A healthy happy chicken lays more eggs and can fight off many things, such as disease, parasites and lice. While these steps can’t guarantee any of these things, it will give you a big head start.

Hygiene Many animals including cats-dogs-chickens are prone to a parasite called Coccidiosis. Most chickens will not show any symptoms, which make it doubly important to wash your hands thoroughly before and after you

handle ANY poultry. If you follow simple hygiene it’s rare to have any problems WaterPlenty of fresh water is essential not only for the health of your poultry but also there ability to lay. They should have access to water 24 hours a day.

Feed For best laying results we recommend feeding your chickens Starter crumble from hatching until 6 weeks, Grower crumble until 16-20 weeks and mainly Layer Crumble from then on. You can get all of these from stock feed places. Enhance this with veggie scraps. If their egg shells are weak add some shell grit or egg biscuit to their diets. Grit can also aid in their digestion. Foraging No matter how much food your chickens have, they love to have a good scratch in your garden. Think of it as a mental health day for your chickens.

ShelterChickens are vulnerable to predators. If you live in an area where foxes are a problem, consider using

fox proof wire around the chicken enclosure. Making sure that it is dug down.

Chickens enjoy perching off the ground to sleep They also like to sleep close together.

They need protection from the elements and somewhere cozy and private to lay their eggs. While hay is not a necessity it does make the chickens incredibly happy and can increase the

amount of eggs.

Sand Baths Chickens like to fill their feathers with sand. When they shake themselves the sand falls out along with any mites

or bugs that are hiding. Without access to sand or something similar your chickens will start to look mangy. Chickens do not like to live on concrete or in wet muddy places.

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GREYHOUND NEWSAllen Elroy (pictured below) proved his track record run at Traralgon last week was no fluke when he spreadeagled the field in the Top Cat Video Traralgon Puppy Classic Final on Friday afternoon winning by eleven lengths in a super slick 29.34 sec.

Allen Elroy took his overall record to 8 wins from 15 starts, with the

perfect record at Traralgon of two wins from as many starts around the 513 metre circuit.

Graeme Bate has an extremely high opinion of his Collision x Clementine sprinter, and the Golden Easter Egg at Wentworth Park in Sydney is now firmly on the radar for this Dark brindle dog whelped in March 2009.The Club was extremely pleased

with the quality of Greyhounds to compete in this year’s Top Cat Video Puppy Classic with an exceptional field of youngsters lining up in the final.

The Club also paid tribute to Charlie Bates and the team at Top Cat Video, which has sponsored this event since its inaugural running in 1985.

Allen Elroy takes Traralgon Puppy Classic Final

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For more information contact the Club on 56231867 or visit the

website at www.warragul.grv.org.au

Family Tradition ContinuesYoung Trainer Jodie Elston is continuing a 4 generation involvement of training greyhounds. Jodie’s first greyhound, Puppy Express, won back to back races at Cranbourne during February and March.

The family involvement in greyhound racing, particularly in the Sale area, stretches back to the Field Coursing days and later the commencement of Speed Coursing in Sale. Jodies Great Grand Father, Pop Anton, was consistently in the winners circle at Sale from the very first meeting in 1936 and this tradition has continued through the Perkins and Elston families right up to the present time.

The challenge now for Jodie is to win a race on the Sale Track and so become the 4th generation trainer to win on the Sale circuit.

Anzac Day at SaleA special additional meeting has been allocated to Sale on Monday 25th April. With Anzac Day and Easter Monday coinciding this year this daytime meeting is sure to be popular with locals and the many holiday makers in the area.

A feature of the day will be a legally approved game of two up with the proceeds going to the Sale branch of the RSL.

Two up or as it was one time known “ Swy “ has often been described as the “ fairest game in the world “

Two up ( Swy ) is a Traditional true blue Australian game that originated in the Armed Services at the beginning of the last century. The game can now be played legally in casinos or on special commemorative days such as Anzac Day.

All Anzac Day activities will commence soon after 1.00pm

CMCA Rally 2012The Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA ) will hold their National Rally at Sale during the Easter Week in 2012.

With up to 1000 Vans and Motorhomes converging on Sale it is a massive logistical exercise to just accommodate a Rally of this size.

Wellington Shire is fortunate to have a resource available such as the Greyhound and Showgrounds complex and the adjoining grounds of Gippsland Grammar. It is even more pleasing that the various stakeholders such as the Wellington Shire Council, The Sale and District Agricultural Society, The Sale Greyhound Racing Club and the Gippsland Grammar have worked so

well together to make it happen.

The whole community benefits from the economic benefits and the exposure that the Wellington Shire area will attract.

El Grand Senor Interstate BoundDogs and chocolate are not normally a good mix, but for Champion greyhound El Grand Senor chasing a Golden Easter Egg is on his agenda.The Golden Easter Egg carries a first prize of $250,000, is conducted at Sydney’s Wentworth Park circuit and is Australias richest greyhound race.El Grand Senor has overcome an injury setback which caused him to miss the Australian Cup Carnival and now trainer Carolyn Jones is preparing the black speedster for the Egg.

The 3 weeks series of the 520m race commences on the 9th April with the rich final on the 23rd April 2011.

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SAVAGE MAKO 55SP CUDDY, 2002 MODEL, 150 HP MERCURY EFI, ONLY 87 HOURS, S/S ROD RACK, BIMINI WITH CLEARS, TONNEAU, FISH FINDER, 27MEG RADIO, MARLIN BOARDS. ONE OWNER, VERY TIDY. $ 39,990

HUNSTMAN 7.0M FLYBRIDGE CRUISER, 1999 MODEL 225 HP YAMAHA , TWIN STATION, MUIR ANCHORWINCH, FULL CAMPER COVERS, SLEEPS 4, DINETTE, TWIN BURNER STOVE, COMPASS,TWIN BATTERIES, SOLAR PANEL, OUTRIGGER POLES, 27MEG RADIO, AM/FM/CD PLAYER, FISH FINDER. READY TO USE. GREAT OVERNIGHTER!! MUST GO. MAKE AN OFFER!!!

QUINTREX 455 COATRUNNER, 2000 MODEL, 50 HP MARINER, BIMINI, 27MEG, FISH FINDER, BURLEY BUCK-ET, TONNEAU.$18,5000

QUINTREX 420 WIDE BODY DORY, 2203 MODEL, 50 HP YAHAHA POWER TRIM, TILLER, FACTORY PAUINT, RAILS, ANCHOR WELL, LOWRANCE 527 COLOUR GPS COMBO, SEATS & CUSHIONS. VERY TIDY. $13,990.00

STACER 435 BARRA ELITE, 2005 MODEL, 40 HP MARINER, POWER TRIM, FURUNO FISH FINDER, MINN-KOTA BOW MOUNT ELECTRIC. ONE OWNER. $14,990.00

STACER 420 SEAWAY, 2005 MODEL, 40 HP MARINER, POWER TRIM, BIMINI & CLEARS, 27MEG RADIO, HUMMINBIRD GPS COMBO. $14,990.00

SAVAGE 480 RANGER SL, 2003 MODEL, 60 HP MERCURY 4 STROKE EFI, ONLY 175 HOURS, BIMINI, TONNEAU, 27MEG RADIO, NAVMAN FISH FINDER, CUTTING BOARD, ROD HOLDERS. ONE OWNER. $22,990.00

CAMERO STEALTH SKI BOAT, 1996 MODEL 350 MERCRUISER TOURNAMENT INBOARD, 285 HP, ONLY 247 HOURS, VELVET DRIVE, EASYTOW TRAILER, GUIDE POLES, SKI TRAINING BOOM, HI-POLE, TRAVEL STROM COVER, STEREO WITH PRE-AMP. VERY TIDY.$33,500.00

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Rally-prepared Dino Ferrari expected to sell for $150,000-$170,000 Immaculate Citroen 2CV offered with no reserve

Two desirable ‘50s and ‘60s Cadillacs under the hammer, one RHD 1928 LaSalle seven-seater ex-wedding car on offer

Ex-concours-winning MG TF A beautiful tarmac rally-prepared Ferrari Dino believed to have been the first 246GT imported into Australia is an early highlight vehicle of Shannons May 2 Autumn Auction in Sydney.

The Euro-spec Dino, chassis No 246GT00748, is one of the first series 246GT models with the 206GT-style knock-off wheels and is understood to be the first converted to right hand drive by the Ferrari factory.

It was purchased by the current owner

in 2000 and was then rally-prepared by noted Sydney specialist, Stuart Dunbar.

The performance enhancements involved upgrading the Dino’s mid-mounted 2.4-litre V6 engine to Lancia Stratos rally specs, while other upgrades included fitting electronic ignition and a competition clutch.

Inside, the Dino is equipped with a full roll cage with door side intrusion bars (all bolted to the original seat belt anchor points), competition bucket seats with four-point harness safety belts and a rally navigation system and footrest for the passenger.

The car competed in the East Coast Classic Rally 2001/2002 and following these events has been stored to the present day in a humidity-controlled car cocoon and periodically exercised.

Because of its extensive performance enhancements, good provenance and excellent overall conditions, Shannons are quoting a guiding range $150,000-$170,000.

Other interesting lots already slated for the May 2 sale include a meticulously-maintained and presented 1985 Citroen 2CV6 offered with no reserve, ($16,000-$20,000), a former concours-winning and very correct 1955 MG TF Roadster ($32,000-$36,000), a nicely-presented left-hand-drive 1963 Ford Thunderbird Coupe ($26,000-$30,000), a 1960 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible that received a ground-up restoration and right hand drive conversion in 1991 ($45,000-$50,000) and a restored 1928 LaSalle 314-A seven-seater Limousine previously used as a wedding car ($44,000-$48,000).

Rally-Prepared Ferrari at Shannons May 2 Sydney Sale

4WD vehicles are designed to drive through obstacles that conventional (2WD) vehicles would not be able to overcome.

Many places in the Australian bush are simply not negotiable without a 4WD however simply owning such a vehicle does not mean that you can drive it safely.

Driving a 4WD vehicle requires a fair degree of understanding about the mechanics of the transmission and the effects that water and dust (common occurances on offroad tracks) may have upon your safe progress. Every owner of a 4WD vehicle should check these essential skills and practise them before going offroad.

OutbackPerhaps the most notorious challenge is bulldust.Initial instinct is to treat bulldust as if it were sand, but that could be a fatal mistake. Never deflate your tyres, for beneath those deep and powder-fine stretches lurks a rock hard base which pounds the chassis on impact and could split the sidewall of a partially inflated tyre.

Select high range and maintain a constant speed between 60 and 80km/h, correcting any sideways slews with both the steering wheel and more throttle.

Rock Climbing The skill in tackling rocky conditions is to keep the tyres pointed to the high ground at all times. This avoids “high centering” (hanging the vehicle up on diffs, the transmission or bashplates). Torque is more important than power in climbing rocky slopes, so select first or second gear low range to ease the vehicle

over any obstacles. Use minimal throttle openings to prevent tyre slip.

Where possible, stick to recommended road tyre pressures, only dropping them when the vehicle is stuck and all other recovery techniques have failed. Though lower pressures maximise the tyre footprint, they also increase the danger of p i n c h i n g the tyre in a

narrow crevice or slashing the sidewall on a tree stake.

Mud Plugging The most common “mud negotiation” confronted by the average four-wheel driver is a boghole on a bush track; usually furrowed with massive wheel ruts and axle-deep pits. Where possible, place the tyres on high ground to avoid dragging the diffs through the mud, but if you slip off, keep the accelerator down and turn the steering wheel from side to side, enabling the side lugs of the tyres to gain purchase on the side face of the ruts. Check for build up of mud in the guards.

Clogged guards effectively eliminate any tread pattern on the tyres, so clean them out with a shovel where necessary.

Getting through mud requires momentum, so as a general rule, high range and a steady throttle are recommended.

On the Beach Where possible, stay in high range four wheel drive to maintain speed, but if you bog down, go into low range and try again. Everything depends on the conditions. Driving on coarse, hardpacked sand can be like rolling along a super highway, but more often, beaches will be

windblown, with soft and traction-sapping sand, requiring continual momentum, full throttle and

partially deflated tyres. Absolute minimum pressure 102 - 110 kPa. Dropping pressure

“bags” the tyre, creating better floatation through a wider footprint. Re-inflate

as soon as possible after leaving the beach. En route to the service

station drive at a maximum of 80km/h.

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bags,16” alloys, aircond, auto,1.8ltr 4 cyl, , UFQ-120 $14,490

Subaru Liberty1992, 217,000km, aircond, power win-dows, 1.8ltr 4 cyl, roof racks, cruise

control, 12 mths rego ,RWC ,$3,490

Toyota Landcruiser,1990, 254,000kms, auto, dual fuel, tow-bar, aircond, alloy bullbar, driving lights

.SXQ-398 $10,990

Holden VX 2002 Commodore, 174,000km, V6 auto, power windows and mirrors, aircond, cd

player,12 mths reg, XET-111,$8,490

Toyota Camry1999 model, aircond, 3.0ltr V6, auto,cd player, 185,000km’s, good tyres, RWC,VGC,rego till Feb,TIK-161,$5,990

Holden Astra Classic2004,80,000km, 3 mth dealer warran-ty, aircond, cd player, 1.8 4cyl, 5 spd

man,12mths reg, XGZ-301, $10,490

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Daewoo Kalos 2003 model, auto, aircond, 93,000km’s, elec windows, 4cyl engine, 3mth warranty, 12mths rego XHJ-396,$8,250

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There is no doubting that climate change is on the political agenda for the foreseeable future and it deserves to be whether you are a “believer” or “sceptic”.

It would seem that the vast majority of people believe that the climate is changing and the debate that is raging is more about the extent to which mankind is the cause of the change. Clearly, the “believers” believe that mankind’s actions are a significant contributing factor and the “sceptics” do not.

Possibly, it matters little that there is this divide between the “believers” and the “sceptics”, and what is more important is that we all agree on the need to take appropriate and sensible steps to reduce our environmental footprint which will benefit the globe anyway, whether you are a “believer” or “sceptic”.

If we approach climate change from this prospective, the focus shifts from an argument between the “believers” and the “sceptics” about who or what is causing climate change to action to reduce our environmental footprint.

The remedial action to reduce our environmental footprint has not been debated in as dispassionate and non-political manner as it should, because of the polarisation created by the labels “believers” and “sceptics”.

Which then brings me to the proposed carbon tax, which is not being debated

in as constructive manner as it should. While VACC remains unconvinced about a carbon tax, assuming such a tax may be an answer, VACC believes two important questions remain unanswered at this stage of the debate:

Will polluting businesses really have sufficient incentive to change their behaviour if they can pass on the cost of any carbon tax? Competition in the market place will not necessarily take care of this because we have seen too many past examples of market competition failure.

How will small businesses, a great many of whom are price takers, be protected from, at one end, increased costs passed onto them by the polluters and, at the other end, consumers tightening their belts because of increased cost of living, for which they will not be fully compensated, despite what we are being promised in this regard at the moment?

As we strive to reduce our environmental footprint, which will also address climate change, whether it be through a carbon tax or other measures, why can’t we, as a society, debate the issues within a rational, dispassionate, non-political and bipartisan framework, rather than confusing the hell out of most of us by continuing to focus on (as the politicians are doing in spades) the nonsense surrounding “believers” and “sceptics”.

P-plate drivers can find out what sorts of vehicles they can and can’t drive in a new section of VicRoads’ website.

Minister for Roads Terry Mulder said the new database’s searchable list will make it easy for probationary drivers, their parents and those selling vehicles to establish whether P-plate drivers are legally able to drive a particular vehicle make and model in Victoria.

“The new website enables drivers to instantly check whether the car is banned or not. It will be a helpful resource for P-platers when buying their first car,” Mr Mulder said.

“It will also help P-platers check whether a car they plan on borrowing is OK for them to drive.”

P-platers are banned from driving vehicles with eight-cylinder engines, turbocharged, supercharged or modified vehicles and even some high performance six-cylinder vehicles.

“Young drivers are over-represented in the Victorian road toll, making up 28 per cent of

all driver fatalities. A proportion of this can be attributed towards inexperienced drivers handling high performance vehicles,” Mr Mulder said.

Bans on certain vehicles for young drivers are put in place to combat the high road toll among P-plate drivers. If caught driving a prohibited vehicle, P-platers will cop a $239 on-the-spotfine and incur three demerit points.

Mr Mulder said the new database also enabled people to filter their search results based on safety rating and fuel consumption.

People can apply to VicRoads for an exemption to drive a vehicle on the prohibited list on the grounds of employment needs, essential activities or family circumstances. If an exemption is issued, it will be conditional for the specific vehicle and will include restrictions on how and when that vehicle may be used.

The database can be accessed at vicroads.vic.gov.au/pplatecars

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1993 Hilux DualCab $10,990 Driveaway4 x 4, Air Conditioning, Bull Bar, Tow Bar, Wide Wheel pack. TJM 515

2001 Toyota Prado $21,990DriveawayGXL, Turbo Diesel, Auto, Bull Bar and Tow Bar. TQM 135

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1996 Subaru Sports $6,490 DriveawayPower Steering, Air Conditioning, All Wheel Drive. PJG 600

1995 Nissan Maxima $5,490DriveawayOnly Travelled 154,548km. Well Kept car. WNN 970

2001 Toyota Corolla $7,490DriveawayAscent Hatch. Auto, CD Player, Air Conditioning. RCH 468

2003 Commodore $9,990DriveawayLocally owned, Alloy Wheels, Tow Bar, CD Player TBX 148

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Sitting high and proud, this spacious 3 bedroom home offers you and your family the ideal beach holiday home. Recently renovated throughout with

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This gorgeous cottage style home is perfect if you are looking for a low maintenance home and garden. Beautifully presented, this two bedroom home is

perfect for family holidays and would also make an excellent holiday rental property. Other features include front and rear decking, air con, wood heater and near to new kitchen. Just a short stroll to the beach and shops, you could holiday now and retire later.

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