FREE FROM THE HOME OF YOUR LOCAL TRUSTED BRANDS EAST GIPPSLAND’S LARGEST CIRCULATING NEWSPAPER | EDITION 20 Next Edition: May 17 138 years of Kalimna Hotel Welcome to the Kalimna Hotel, a historic pub built in a picture-perfect coastal location. Its story starts in 1886, and since then a lot has changed. See the story on page 2. PAGE 7-8 snowyriver sprint Start your engines for PAGE 13 Historical Finds PAGE 3 EN23373
2 East Gippsland News Weekend | May 2024 CONTACT OFFICE: Cnr Macleod & Bailey Streets, Bairnsdale, 3875 POSTAL ADDRESS: PO Box 465, Bairnsdale, 3875 TELEPHONE: (03) 5150 2300 AFTER HOURS: (03) 5152 5695 MOBILE: 0439 319 229 WEBSITE: www.egnweekend.com.au EMAIL: EDITORIAL editorial@jamesyeates.com.au ADVERTISING advertising@jamesyeates.com.au Printed and published by Robert Donald Yeates, 65 Macleod Street, Bairnsdale for James Yeates & Sons Pty. Ltd., at their offices, corner Macleod and Bailey Streets, Bairnsdale, Victoria, 3875. Responsibility for election comment is accepted by the Editor of the East Gippsland News Weekend, Robert Donald Yeates. COPYRIGHT James Yeates & Sons Pty Ltd being the publisher of the Weekend East Gippsland News (“the newspaper”) is the owner of the copyright in all advertisements (including artwork) prepared by the servants and/or agents of the newspaper on behalf of its advertisers. 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Lists of Victorian country non-daily newspapers are at: www.vcpa.com.au Hailed as one of the oldest pubs in East Gippsland, the first draft of the Kalimna Hotel was drawn in 1884 - fast forward almost 140 years and the hotel is still operating today. In 1886 Julian Thomas wrote a Gippsland Lakes travelogue, and thought Kalimna and Jemmys Point offered the best scenery to be found in the lakes. That year, the Kalimna Heights Hotel was opened, now known as the Kalimna Hotel. The kitchen was originally located in the front bar where the cool room is currently situated, and the top bar and beer garden was where the original dining area sat. There was also a nine-hole golf course as well as a second homestead. The original homestead is still located at the back of the pub. At the time, it was also popular to travel by boat to the Kalimna Hotel, so in 1890 the proprietor built a jetty, which is still used today by customers to reach the hotel. Nowadays, the pub is known for its plethora of events - there's always something going on at the Kalimna Hotel. It's also known for its range of pub meals, including burgers, share meals, pastas, fish and chips, and the good-old-fashioned chicken parma. Upcoming events include: - Blues Brothers Live Show – Head along and celebrate the Blues Brothers and discuss the Blue’s chances of going all the way to the AFL Grand Final in 2024 with Anthony Koutoufides and Ang Christou. The show will provide a unique and unprecedented insight into the personal journeys of Kouta and Ang. - A Grand Old Flag Live Show - Head along and dissect the Demons' current season and discuss the prospects of the Dees going all the way to claim the 2024 flag with Kade Chandler and Tom Sparrow, tickets available. - Homicides Untold with former homicide detective, Charlie Bezzina (18+). 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3 May 2024 | East Gippsland News Weekend Fossil find sets tongues wagging Museums Victoria Research Institute recently led a team of scientists, rangers, and citizen cavers to retrieve a near-complete skeleton of the extinct, short-faced kangaroo Simosthenurus occidentalis from deep within Nightshade Cave near Buchan. This extraordinary 50,000-year-old discovery is one of the most complete fossils ever found in Australia. At 71 per cent complete with 150 bones and a near-complete skull, it is the most complete fossil skeleton ever discovered in a Victorian cave, and it will be on public display at Melbourne Museum ahead of the winter school holidays. The fossil was collected by a team who spent 58 hours underground to retrieve it safely. Museums Victoria Research Institute palaeontologist Tim Ziegler, who headed the research team, shared his excitement about the discovery. “Fossils of this quality and completeness are extremely rare in Australia. This skeleton has lain in a pitch-black cave for 50,000 years, and it’s been a privilege to bring it back to the light,” he said. The fossil was first sighted in 2011 by Buchan local Joshua Van Dyk, during the initial explorations of the cave. On a return visit over a decade later, Ziegler saw that its condition had begun to degrade, and began work to safely retrieve and conserve it. Recreational cavers from the Victorian Speleological Association and rangers from Parks Victoria played a crucial role in the fossil excavation process, which was carried out over two years. The team worked tirelessly to ensure the safe retrieval of the skeleton, abseiling more than 20 metres underground and squeezing through tight passages encrusted by delicate stalactite crystals. Parks Victoria senior ranger Phil McGuinn expressed his gratitude to everyone involved. “This fossil skeleton was first seen and reported by members of the Buchan community,” he said. “They’ve made an invaluable contribution to the natural heritage of the Buchan Caves, to the local area and to scientific knowledge worldwide.” The precise location of Nightshade Cave on Potholes Cave Reserve, Murrindal, has not been publicly released. The specimen, which is cared for by the Museums Victoria Research Institute at Melbourne Museum, Australia, has been made available for research projects of significant global interest. “Unlike its living cousins, Simosthenurus occidentalis was more comfortable walking with a striding gait, similar to that of humans or Tyrannosaurus rex: it did not hop,” Mr Ziegler explained. ‘This near-complete and exceptionally preserved specimen is helping scientists revolutionise our understanding of the deep past of Australia’s iconic fauna.” Lynley Crosswell, chief executive officer of Museums Victoria, praised the collaborative efforts of the research team. “We are committed to bringing groundbreaking research to communities across Victoria and around the world, and the collaborative recovery of this extraordinary fossil by the Museums Victoria Research Institute team and our partners is an event of global significance,” Ms Crosswell said. “By caring for this fossil in the State Collection, we will drive inquiry into our region’s unique natural heritage.” Museums Victoria welcomes donors to help us realise our ambitions to conduct world-class research. Supporters of the Museums Victoria Research Institute will contribute to expanding capacity within the wider community to generate biodiversity knowledge, collaborate on solutions for ecological conservation, and help enrich global scientific knowledge. The Simosthenurus occidentalis fossil will be on public display in the Research Institute Gallery at Melbourne Museum from June 24 ahead of the winter school holidays, granting visitors rare access to the near-complete skeleton. Visitors to Melbourne Museum are invited to learn more about Australia’s megafauna in Gandel Gondwana Garden and 600 Million Years: Victoria Evolves which features well-preserved fossil skulls of marsupial megafauna Palorchestes azael and Procoptodon gilli collected from Buchan. Tim Ziegler with the fossil at Museums Victoria Research Institute. (Photo: Tim Carrafa) Citizen caver Stella Nikolaevsky assisted Museums Victoria Research. 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5 May 2024 | East Gippsland News Weekend Brooke Taylor, (pictured, below right) the creator, owner and operator of Bohdi Taylor Artist, runs after school classes called ARTLaND and recently held an exhibition at The Hub showcasing the work of talented students. "We work through a series of different mediums and projects throughout the term from sculpting to painting and more," Brooke said. "I teach a primary school aged class from 4-5pm and a secondary aged class from 5.30-6.30pm on Tuesdays at The Hub. "My students have been working towards an end of term group exhibition that was held Friday night at The Hub. Each student was awarded a certificate to celebrate their achievements." Brooke watched on proudly as students posed with their paintings and showed their families their artistic talent. "East Gippsland Shire Councillor Trevor Stow attended and he offered some words of pride and encouragement to all exhibitors," Brooke said. She also teaches school holiday art workshops."I try to mix the content up a bit to keep them fun and interesting." And most recently, in partnership with The Old Grain Store, The Kalimna Hotel and Three Double 8 Zero she has been facilitating "Paint & Sip" events that have been "so successful". "The last one sold out in 22 hours," she said. "I love what I do and my goal is to get people creative as it puts you into a state of mindfulness that I call 'the sweet spot'," Brooke said. "It's a great place to be. Also, it brings people together and is good for well being. "A wonderful offshoot is that Zayne from my secondary class now works as my assistant. This is their first job and they are doing wonderfully." All information about upcoming events and contact details can be found on Bohdi Taylor's Facebook page. Students showcase their artistic talent Scan the QR code or visit curtisaustralia.com You’ll find original design jewellery collections, unique Curtis handcrafted solid gold watches and beautiful pen ranges. EN20287
6 East Gippsland News Weekend | May 2024 KENNY KOALA: It’s my pleasure to welcome local businesswoman and philanthropist, Carlee Knight. Have you ever had coffee with a koala? CARLEE KNIGHT: Kenny, well no, I don’t even drink coffee. KK: It’s becoming a fairly standard response on this segment. Not sure how the local coffee shops survive. What do you enjoy with breakfast? CK: I’m a hot chocolate person. KK: Do you have a preferred venue? CK: Tradies Takeaway. KK: Yes, the reports are sensational. You are the proprietor of the Bairnsdale Horse Centre. How long have you been there? CK: 23 years, I opened the business when I East Gippsland Newspapers mascot, Kenny Koala, has been out and about in the community, enjoying a coffee with prominent local business people discussing their business, what it involves and what the regions requires in an ever-changing business environment. Coffee Kenny with left school and have been here ever since. KK: Do you come from a horse background? CK: I grew up at Coonwarra, my parents ran the school camp and the trail rides there. I latched onto the horses and it became a passion. KK: Did you compete? CK: I used to do a lot of mountain racing and then I got my racing trainer’s licence. KK: Yes you had plenty of success with that horse, what was his name? it was all over the papers at the time. CK: Our Henry. KK: He won from memory six races for you over a couple of year period, they were exciting times. CK: Yes, we had plenty of fun and it was a good ride. KK: After he left your stable he went to another local trainer, Danny Cunningham, and Paddy Bell won a race on him. Paddy was famous for being the track rider of one of the greatest of all time, Black Caviar. CK: You have a good memory Kenny. KK: I remember seeing Henry win a couple of races at the Bairnsdale racecourse from my favourite tree. You were making an impression and you retired? CK: Yes, pregnancy ended the training career. KK: Retired to stud in your prime, like Black Cavair, Winx and Makybe Diva. Ever thought of returning? CK: I have plenty going on Kenny, no time unfortunately. KK: You had some luck as an owner not so many years ago, do you have any horses on the go at the moment? CK: Not at the moment Kenny. Ocean Embers that was trained by Shea Eden, she won six races from 17 starts, including some group three success, it was another great ride. KK: What does the Bairnsdale Horse Centre offer? CK: All your horse gear needs, as well as a lot of clothing and footwear. KK: Has it completely evolved since you started? CK: No, much the same. We’ve just increased the amount of clothing and footwear, and we now do some charity merchandise for three different not-for-profits. KK: Dolly’s Dream? CK: Trademutt and Sober in the Country. KK: Dolly’s Dream was the first, when did you join the blue tsunami? CK: It was six years ago after Dolly passed away, we are now the official merchandise supplier. KK: It’s huge Carlee, I remember seeing a person with a shirt on in Phuket, when I went to a koala convention. CK: You get around Kenny. But yes, Dolly is everywhere. With Do it For Dolly Day coming up next Friday, we have sent out 2000 orders over the past month. KK: Do you deal with stores or individuals? CK: Just individuals, suppliers cut the donation amount, which we make a contribution each and every month. In February we reached $632,000 in donations all up in six years. We are currently on the road, now with a goose neck full of Dolly’s Dream merchandise, heading to Rockhampton for Beef Week. KK: Is it your first time with a merchandising stall at the event? CK: Yes, it’s one of the biggest agricultural events in Australia and held every three years. We have plenty of merch on board and are hoping we don’t bring any back with us, that would be a great result for Dolly. KK: Have you been to many other events? CK: We’ve done Deniliquin Ute Muster, Katherine Show, and plenty of campdrafts and rodeos. KK: Tell me about TradeMutt. CK: TradeMutt is a social impact workwear brand, by tradies for tradies. It’s funky, eye-catching workwear designed to start conversations about mental health, helping make an invisible issue impossible to ignore. They fund their own free mental health support line, with 50 per cent of the profits of the sale of their shirts. KK: I love the colouring on their gear. CK: They target truckies, tradies and blue collar workers. Native timber support available now Native timber harvesting has ended in Victoria but support is still available. Native timber businesses, workers and communities can continue to access a range of support including: • The Victorian Forestry Worker Support Program –including payments and training, 1:1 case management, employment services, health and wellbeing support. • Business support – including exit packages and funding to help diversify. • Community support – health and wellbeing services and community development planning and funding. For more information: • Forestry Transition hotline - 1800 318 182 • Victorian Forestry Worker Support Program - 1800 122 001 vic.gov.au/forestry (03) 5153 9700 294 Main Street, Bairnsdale Open 7 Days Monday-Friday: 9am - 5:30pm Saturday: 9 - 4 Sunday: 10 - 4 Optus dealer Local
7 May 2024 | East Gippsland News Weekend KK: What about Sober in the Country? CK: It’s a grassroots not-for-profit leading a radical change and social impact across rural Australia by changing the narrative around booze in the bush through straight-talk, powerful lived-experience advocacy, and the #OK2SAYNO movement. KK: Founded by Shanna Whan? CK: Yes, Shanna chose to do the unthinkable in the bush: she publicly outed herself as someone who had battled alcohol addiction and then widely shared her story to help people just like her. As recipient of the Australian of the Year Award (Local Hero) in 2022, recipient of the Marie Claire Advocate of the Year Award in 2022, and being a hugehearted country woman who knows there is “nothing unique” about her story, Shanna has dedicated her life in recovery to doing what she can for other isolated Australians affected by alcohol harm. KK: All three are strong brands in their own rights. Are you looking to embrace more? CK: They are three pretty strong forwardmoving charities, and I’m pretty good with these, it’s a lot of work. KK: You touched on Shanna winning an Australian of the Year, I think your turn will come sooner or later. CK: I have been nominated a couple of times Kenny, but that’s not why we do it. KK: You must have a lot of staff, is everything embroided on site? CK: We have eight staff. Yes it’s all done on site, it’s a huge operation, I’m surrounded by some great people. KK: How is the other enterprise going? CK: Bairnsdale Stockfeeds is good, we are actually trying to sell at the moment because it’s just getting a little bit hard to do everything. I home school my son, I’m recently married and the Bairnsdale Horse Centre is a huge commitment. KK: What do you do in your spare time? CK: There’s not much, we are using the Rockhampton trip as a honeymoon and that will be five big days, so can’t imagine there’s going to be much spare time up there either. KK: Anything special coming up at the horse centre? CK: Dolly’s Day on Friday, May 10 is a huge day, we encourage businesses, schools, groups, everyone really to dress in blue and help create the awareness around Dolly’s Dream and the anti bullying campaign. We will have the radio station broadcasting live on the day. KK: What attracted you to Dolly’s Dream? CK: When I read the story on Facebook, I just couldn’t work out how that could happen. Dolly and her family live 200 kilometres out of Catherine on a station and she went to boarding school in Queensland and she was on school holidays at the time. I couldn’t work out how the hell that could happen, because I was once a young girl on a farm. But through social media and things like that, these people were giving Dolly such a hard time. KK: Do you have clothes that fit a koala? I’m getting sick of living in Bob Yeates’ hand-me-downs. CK: We would find something for you Kenny. Blue suits you. KK: Thanks Carlee, you know how to sweet talk a Koala. Let’s finish up with some quick questions. AFL team? CK: Whoever is winning. KK: Favourite food? CK: Chocolate. KK: Speciality dish? CK: Curried sausages. KK: With apples or potatoes? CK: Apples. KK: Does pineapple belong on a pizza? CK: Certainly. KK: Go-to pizza? CK: Barbecue chicken with pineapple. KK: Favourite movie? CK: I’m not a great television or movie buff, but do enjoy Yellowstone. KK: Who would play you in a movie? CK: Someone that’s very smart, intelligent and good looking. KK: I’m not sure they are pre-requisites to being an actor. CK: My husband (Aaron), he thinks maybe Reece Witherspoon. Who would play you Kenny? KK: I’m not sure but it wouldn’t be Kermit the Frog, maybe Eric Bana. CK: It’s Bana. KK: If you could have a drink with three people from any point in time - celebrities, friends, etc - who would they be? CK: Horse trainer Peter Moody, Layla McDougall, she’s remarkable and doing a great job in new Australian movie (Just a Farmer), and Liz Cooke from Outback Wranglers. KK: It’s been a pleasure Carlee, enjoy the honeymoon and sell all that merch because it goes to a great cause. Keep up the good work and remember your old pal Kenny when you’re Australian of the Year. There is still time to register your school, workplace, business, community group or sporting club for Dolly’s Dream next Friday. Go to the Dolly’s Dream website for more information. In an era where financial planning for retirement is paramount, one option that often arises is a reverse mortgage. But what exactly is a reverse mortgage, and how does it work? Essentially, a reverse mortgage allows homeowners to borrow money against the equity they’ve built up in their homes. Unlike traditional mortgages, no income is required to qualify for a reverse mortgage. Instead, the equity in the LENDING LOWDOWN Robert Trewin Trewin Mortgage Broking Understanding reverse mortgages: Unlocking home equity home serves as security for the loan. The borrowed funds can be received as a lump sum, regular income stream, line of credit, or a combination of these options. One of the key features of a reverse mortgage is that repayment is typically not required while the homeowner lives in the property. Instead, the interest accrues over time and is added to the loan balance. This means that the total amount owed may increase over time. However, repayment becomes due under certain circumstances, such as selling the home, passing away, or moving into aged care. It’s essential for borrowers to understand these terms and implications before proceeding. Reverse mortgages come with various considerations and risks. Interest rates are often higher than those of traditional home loans, and the compounded interest can lead to a substantial increase in debt over the loan term. Additionally, there’s the possibility the loan may affect pension eligibility and leave insufficient funds for future needs, such as aged care. Moreover, borrowers should be aware that without proper maintenance, they could risk losing a “No negative equity guarantee,” which ensures that they won’t owe more than the value of their property. To navigate these complexities, seeking independent financial and legal advice is crucial. Organisations like the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) provide resources and tools, including a reverse mortgage calculator, to help individuals make informed decisions. For those considering a reverse mortgage, it’s essential to weigh the benefits and risks carefully. While it can provide financial flexibility, it’s not without its potential drawbacks. 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8 East Gippsland News Weekend | May 2024 The not to be missed East Gippsland Winter Festival fires up for the fourth consecutive year and ignites the winter solstice from June 21 to July 12, 2024. Celebrating "HOW WE WINTER" in East Gippsland, visitors and locals will experience the best of the region during a month-long festival of art, performance, music and gastronomy. Renowned as one of the largest winter festival programs in Australia, this year's festival coincides with the Victorian school holidays and features dozens of free events and activities, offering an affordable family-friendly winter getaway. With a richly diverse schedule, there's something for everyone seeking a magical winter escape. Prepare to be enchanted by more than 100 events scattered across the region, showcasing the natural splendour of East Gippsland from live music in unexpected places, lakeside wellness experiences, winter feasts in spectacular locations, and more. "Our region's culture has a chance to shine thanks to the East Gippsland Winter Festival. The festival is a fantastic showcase of our region's people, places, food - a celebration of the best of our shire," East Gippsland Shire Council mayor, Cr Tom Crook said. "So, mark your diary and join us for our month-long journey through art, performance, music and community connection." FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS - June 21: World Bathing Day Sunrise Bathe and Picnic Breakfast - watch the sunrise from the hilltop escarpment of Metung Hot Springs as you bathe and picnic East Gippsland Winter Festival - a feast for everyone’s senses -
9 May 2024 | East Gippsland News Weekend perched above Lake King. - June 22: Medieval Winter Fire Festival, Bruthen – be transported back in time at the Medieval Winter Fire Festival, featuring thrilling sword fights, bonfires, lively music, medieval costumes and fireside feasting. Fun for all ages. - June 24 - 26: High Country Lunch at Moscow Villa Hut – an 'off-grid' lunch series hosted by well-regarded local chef, Stuart Derham, located in an iconic High Country hut at Nunniong among the peaks of East Gippsland's alpine range. - June 22: Guy Grossi x Sodafish Collaboration Lunch, Lakes Entrance - "Inverno" a winter feast inspired by local produce and Italian tradition. Hosted by Guy Grossi and Nick Mahlook at Sodafish, floating among the Lakes Entrance fishing fleet. - July 6: Lakes Lights: Enchanted Shores, Lakes Entrance Foreshore – a mesmerising spectacular of artist-made lantern sculptures, roaming performers, and lighting projections will create a whimsical world on the Lakes Entrance Foreshore, with food trucks and live music. - July 13: Water & Lights, Paynesville - rug up for a magical night by the water with a lakeside lantern parade passing lighting installations off the jetties of Paynesville, then settle in for a family-friendly outdoor cinema night and food truck fare. - July 20: Deep In The Weeds at Sailors Grave Brewing, Orbost – Sailor's Grave Brewing's infamous 'Deep in the Weeds' festival returns at a new venue in 2024 - the Marlo Hotel! Expect punk rock, weird and wonderful beers and a great time. Discover the relaxing retirement lifestyle you deserve Explore retirement living in Trafalgar and Paynesville. • Be part of a community within a community • Enjoy resort living everyday FOR THOSE 55 AND BETTER NEW VILLAGE OPENING IN 2024 91 Coast Avenue, Paynesville STAGE 5 SELLING NOW 2 Flagship Drive, Trafalgar (Enter via Hardy Drive) Paynesville Trafalgar Scan here to learn more 1800 362 673 encoreliving.com.au Images for illustrative purposes only. EL224873 EN22273
10 East Gippsland News Weekend | May 2024 Members and guests are welcome to this venue, either as a bowler, croquet player or just to enjoy a delicious meal. This venue proudly presents 3 bowling greens, 4 croquet lawns and the magnificent Krakkerjack bistro and entertainment spaces. Great club and Bar facilities, join us for the Friday night raffles. Lunch: 7 days a week 12pm – 2pm Dinner: 7 days a week 6pm – 8pm Bairnsdale Bowls Club Corner of Grant & Pearson Streets, Bairnsdale 5152 3796 Bairnsdale’s only café & bookshop. Come in & see Charlotte and the team for a homestyle light lunch & coffee. Located at Schoolworks Supplies we have plenty of off street parking available. Come and try Bairnsdale’s best carrot cake! Inside dining with relaxing couches, outside dining under the trees or take it home to enjoy. The Book Nook Café 147 Macleod Street, Bairnsdale 5152 4086 www.schoolworkssupplies.com.au Our delicious pub-style & fine-dining meals are all chef- prepared from locally-sourced, seasonal produce – with GF, vegan & vegetarian options available. Great-value $18 lunches Monday-Friday. Open every day for lunch & dinner. We also have accommodation, gaming/tab, function rooms & a bottleshop. Mitchell River Tavern Open Lunch And Dinner 7 Days 59 Main Street, Bairnsdale 03 5152 4030 Our café provides excellent coffee, breakfast, house made cakes & sandwiches in a relaxed and friendly environment. Comfortable indoor seating with a wood fire in winter or enjoy our spacious outdoor garden setting in finer weather. We want you to enjoy your time in Marlo whether it’s catching fish or drinking coffee. Marlo Bait & Tackle Cafe Thurs - Tues: 7.00 am to 3.00 pm Closed Wednesday 4 Marlo Rd, Marlo 5154 8487 facebook.com/Marlo Bait & Tackle Cafe MARLO BAIT & TACKLE CAFE Our chefs specialise in cooking exotic, more-ish flavours of traditional Thai cooking that all the family can enjoy. Cinnamon Thai welcomes anyone who wants a real tastebud tingling experience. Take away available. Cinnamon Thai Restaurant Lunch: Tue - Sat: 11:00am - 3:00 pm Dinner: Mon - Sun: 5:00pm - 9:30 pm 4 Wood Street, Bairnsdale 5152 2740 | 0433397009 Bringing something new to Bairnsdale, specializing in Asian street food. Available for eat in or take away we have something for the whole family. Come in and try out delicious food and Bubble tea. Benjamin’s House Open Mon to Sat 9am – 9pm Sunday 9am – 3pm 142 Main Street, Bairnsdale 9119 0659 We offer casual, no pressure wine tasting, honest, heart warming, comfort food and a relaxed, rustic bush setting. Perfect for lazy lunches, cheeky afternoon wines, weddings, Christmas parties or even a leisurely cruise. Wyanga Park Winery Lunch: 7 days | Dinner: Fri to Sat. 248 Baades Road, Lakes Entrance 5155 1508 www.wyangapark.com Fresh seasonal produce featuring Indigenous flavours. Experience our culture. Drop in for a yarn and a feed, wander through the Aboriginal Art Gallery and take in the quiet bush setting. Bush Café & Aboriginal Art Gallery Open Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm (closed weekends & public holidays) Forestec, 27 Scriveners Road, Kalimna West www.gunaikurnai.org www.facebook.com/glawac Bairnsdale Chickenland has been a staple in the community since the 1970s, delighting locals and visitors alike with its renowned chicken nuggets. Every bite is a testament to their commitment to freshness, as all their offerings are made in-house. It's not just about the nuggets; they also excel in a variety of other dishes, from crispy fish and chips to mouthwatering souvlakis and burgers. Bairnsdale Chickenland 17 Bailey St, Bairnsdale 5152 5511 MON – TUE 8:30am – 3pm WED – SAT 8:30am – 8pm - Closed Sunday Wine Dine EAST GIPPSLAND
11 May 2024 | East Gippsland News Weekend At the Bush Café , in Kalimna West, you’ll discover a special place where local Indigenous culture and welcoming hospitality combine with delicious food, featuring distinctive Indigenous ‘bush tucker’ flavours. Located at the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC) Centre – just a 10-minute drive northwest from Lakes Entrance, along the Princes Highway – the Bush Café initially started out as a kiosk for students at the site’s Forestec campus. INDIGENOUS FLAVOURS Since then, the café has grown in popularity, and its head chef, Kevin Murray, has hopes to expand the café with the addition of a full-sized commercial kitchen. A proud Gunaikurnai man, Kevin has been running the café for the past four years. Before taking on the Bush Café , he ran the popular Snowy River Café in Orbost. He has recently updated the cafe’s menu to include more indigenous spices and dishes, including dishes such as as kangaroo lasagne, and salt-and-pepper squid with lemon myrtle aioli. SHARING KNOWLEDGE Kevin has a passion for sourcing fresh and seasonal local produce and spices, and he is always more than happy to offer advice to those who are interested in cooking Indigenous dishes at home. “For me, it’s like a sharing of knowledge,” Kevin said. ART GALLERY After dropping-in to the Bush Café for a yarn and a feed, you can enjoy a wander through the adjacent Aboriginal Art Gallery, and take-in the location’s quiet bushland setting. The Bush Café & Aboriginal Art Gallery is located at Forestec, 27 Scriveners Road, Kalimna West and is open Monday to Friday from 8.30am-4pm, excluding public holidays. To find out more visit the GLaWAC website or Facebook page. Discover real bush-tucker flavours at the Bush Cafe Fresh takeaway food cooked to order. Options available to suit everyone's dietary requirements. Seating in our alfresco area, you can watch the ferry while enjoying your meal. Alternatively, jump on the ferry and go across to Raymond Island to eat your takeaway amongst the abundant wildlife. The Ferry Cafe Sun,Mon,Tue 11am-7pm Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat 11am- 8pm 85C The Esplanade, Paynesville 51566993 The Ferry Cafe Paynesville Blue Bee Cafe is a funky little cafe and take away store. Inside, you’ll find a classic country-style menu featuring a range of house made cakes and slices. The café features a sunny outdoor courtyard where your beloved pets are encouraged to come and relax with you. Blue Bee Cafe Take Away 60 Main St, Bruthen 5157 5397 Mon-Thurs 6am-3pm, Fri 6am-7pm, Sat 8am-2pm Great country style pub meals with a twist, cold beer on tap, live music & raffles every Friday from 5.30pm with winners drawn at 7pm. The Wy Yung pub is sure to have a little something for everyone. Come on in and see the friendly team! Wy Yung Pub 120 Bullumwaal Rd, Wy Yung 5164 0000 Open daily from 11am. Nestled in the heart of Lindenow, the Farmers Home Hotel exudes old-school charm and tight-knit community spirit. Its warm atmosphere beckons locals and travelers alike, offering classic pub food crafted from fresh, local ingredients. Whether it's lunch or dinner, their bistro serves up hearty meals seven days a week. Lindenow Farmers Home Hotel 167 Main Road, Lindenow 5157 1210 Mon – Sun 11am – 11pm
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13 May 2024 | East Gippsland News Weekend Round two of the Australian Tarmac Rally Championship gets underway on May 4-5 with the Snowy River Sprint. Descending on the coastal town of Lakes Entrance, 70 teams are gearing up to take on the gruelling 18-stage, 240-kilometre event utilising the undulating road between Buchan and Orbost. Reigning champions Paul Dowie and John Allen will have a point to prove in their Porsche GT3RS after coming second in the last round to the ultra-fast and former champions Jason and Fiona Wright in their R35 Skyline. After a differential failure in the opening round, Nathan Reeves and Bec Sheldrick will be keen to mix it with the front runners and continue their blistering speed. Also throwing their hat in the ring will be the recent additions to open performance in Jeremy Dennison and Casey Rumble in their BMW M140i. Modern AWD sees the pairing of Crichton Lewis and Anthony Carr of Buckby Motorsport return after a solid performance in the opening round, however, they will have to contend with the dominance of Matt Close and Cameron Reeves after a mechanical failure saw the Audi TTRS Sport retire in the opening stages of round one. Early Modern AWD has drawn the attention of John and Janet Ireland, who have parked up their Viper and will be contesting in a 2010 Evo 10, however, the likes of Rumble, Hines and Waterhouse will be sure to keep them on their toes. Early Modern 2WD sees the return of last start winner Paul Buccini in his BMW M1, however he has opted to swap out his wife Claire for the navigational stalwart Bernie Webb. Whilst there are no official spectator points on stage, the cars can be seen up close at the service park at the Buchan football oval on both days. For more information, visit the Australian Tarmac Rally website. Start your engines for snowy river sprint
14 East Gippsland News Weekend | May 2024 Meet a wildlife carer My name is Nikki Jordan and I’m a registered carer for wildlife in Lakes Entrance. A few years ago I was blessed to have had a few juvenile magpies in care because unfortunately, not all can be reunited with their family. I paired up two beautiful babies around the same age and named them Brim and Babs. We pair them up in groups so when release time comes around, they have an established family to be released with. Releasing a single magpie out into the wild isn’t a good thing as survival rate is low when they are on their own. They need a family. Around 10-12 weeks of age, magpies will start to forage on their own and sometimes they need guidance, so my role is to flip rocks and move logs so the critters hidden underneath become a meal for the juveniles. It was a warm day so I took Brim and Babs outside for some yummy bugs. Less than 10 minutes into the forage, both birds’ instincts kicked in and they both looked up to the sky. I could see the panic set in. It was a hawk, and within seconds this hawk had grabbed beautiful Brim and flew into a tree in next door’s yard. I could hear Brim screaming for help, but there was nothing that I could do. I took Babs inside and turned the music on so she couldn’t hear Brim’s cries. Babs was successfully placed in to a group of three other magpies, and they were all released together. I had to mentally accept it, that one native species can be taken by another native species to ensure the survival of its young. I volunteer to do wildlife rescue and rehabilitation because I believe we owe our wildlife the chance, not just to survive, but to thrive. After the 2019-2020 fires, breeding for a lot of wildlife was impacted greatly. Since then, birds like magpies, wattlebirds and kookaburras have been breeding early, and last season baby magpies were hatching in late July and early August. By September 10 I had five baby magpies in care, with four of these babies being rescued by well-intentioned members of the public. Unfortunately these babies didn’t need rescuing. Always call Wildlife Victoria for advice if you find a baby bird of any species. Breeding early leaves room for magpies to breed again, and if lucky, a third time, producing beautiful little magpies that were denied life a few years before. All five birds were successfully released and are now free and wild as nature intended. Self evaluate - take responsibility It seems there is an increasing tendency for people in our society today to allocate responsibility for anything negative that happens in their life to anyone or anything other than themselves. It seems far easier to blame he, she, it or they, than it is to accept responsibility and do something about a negative situation themselves. This doesn’t mean that you are responsible for everything bad that happens to you, but rather that you are always responsible for what you choose to do about it. Those who make a habit of refusing to take on board responsibility become disempowered and may become victims in the difficult situations they find themselves. Those who do take up the challenge of responsibility are the ones who fare best when life’s challenges appear to be overwhelming. When I come across someone who is prepared to take responsibility for themselves, I am immensely heartened, for I know that no matter how awful their experience they are sure to become more than a survivor, they become the thrivers; and thriving is something we all should want for ourselves. I am truly impressed by those who take on the attitude that they are responsible for what happens to them next, because I know they will get the best outcomes. Taking responsibility for ones situation is the first step, the second is to self-evaluate. Selfevaluating is a skill which many of us have not learned. We are very quick to anger or become miserable and start judging, criticising and blaming others, or worse still ourselves. Criticising and blaming in anger are not self-evaluation, we need to look at the situation, accept it is not satisfactory and figure out what steps we need to take to get a better result; and there are always steps we can take, even in what appears to be the most hopeless of situations. The person who learns the behaviours of taking responsibility and self-evaluating will still experience challenges and difficult times, all of us do and nothing can stop that. The difference is when they do experience life’s challenges, they are in the perfect place to ensure the best outcome possible. This is something we can all learn; it is worth the time and effort to learn how to have a responsible attitude and develop the skill of self-evaluation. It is also essential that we help our children and those we care about and love to learn them as well, and the best way to do that is to walk the talk in our own lives. with Jeff Steedman MINDTALK Calculate yours at taxcuts.gov.au Authorised by the Australian Government, Canberra Tax cuts for every taxpayer Estimate yours with the tax cut calculator.
15 May 2024 | East Gippsland News Weekend 2023 Visit www.eastvicevents.com.au for more details To register public events, call 5150 2300, email info@jamesyeates.com.au or text 0439 319 229 with details of your event as well as leaving a contact name and telephone number. FRIDAY May 3 • Great East Rail Trail Ride • Anything Goes - Bairnsdale Production Line Theatre Company Start • Merry Wives of Windsor - Community Players SATURDAY May 4 • Bairnsdale Farmers Market • Great East Rail Trail Ride • Rosedale Bush Market • Lakes Entrance Parkrun • Gippsland Paddle Challenge • Snowy River Sprint - Car Rally 2024 • Bairnsdale Parkrun • Merry Wives of Windsor - Community Players • Paranormal Investigations at East GIppsland Historial Museum SUNDAY May 5 • Great East Rail Trail Ride • Snowy River Sprint - Car Rally 2024 • Lakes Entrance Foreshore Market • Stratford Shakespeare on the River Festival Finish • Mother’s Day Community Market - Mecwacare • Ultimate Victorian Adventure Ride - Mallacoota Start • Paranormal Investigations at East GIppsland Historial Museum • Deborah Conway & Willy Zygier • Potter’s Lane - Ceramics, Pottery & Workshops MONDAY May 6 • Great East Rail Trail Ride TUESDAY May 7 • Hillside Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea WEDNESDAY May 8 THURSDAY May 9 FRIDAY May 10 • Alice Hesse - Nature Inspired Weaving Start • Meralin Fawcus - Artworks with a Twist Start • Ultimate Victorian Adventure Ride - Mallacoota Finish • Van Gogh’s Sunowers - Paint & Sip @ The Old Grain Store SATURDAY May 11 • Metung Farmers Market • Lakes Entrance Parkrun • Bairnsdale Parkrun SUNDAY May 12 • Paynesville Community Market • Mother’s Day Classic Bairnsdale • Mother’s Day Market • Mother’s Day High Tea - Redcourt Homestead’s Tea Room • Introducing Sgraffito - A Pottery Workshop MONDAY May 13 TUESDAY May 14 WEDNESDAY May 15 THURSDAY May 16 • The Middle of Everywhere Jobs Fair FRIDAY May 17 • A Party in Black 2024 SATURDAY May 18 • Sale Farmers Market • Art Attack • Lakes Entrance Parkrun • Nowa Nowa Makers Market • Bairnsdale Parkrun • Model Aircraft Mid May Muster SUNDAY May 19 • Lindenow Community Market • Model Aircraft Mid May Muster MONDAY May 20 TUESDAY May 21 • Carers Victoria Mingle in Bairnsdale WEDNESDAY May 22 • Sale Volunteer Expo - National Volunteer Week • National Simultaneous Storytime "Bowerbird Blues" THURSDAY May 23 FRIDAY May 24 • London Calling SATURDAY May 25 • Paynesville Farmers Market • Lakes Entrance Parkrun • Bairnsdale Parkrun • MLF Australia Fishing Competition • John Wood & Dave Allen - Rock n’Roll Journey • Champagne Brunch 2024 SUNDAY May 26 • Howitt Park Market • MLF Australia Fishing Competition • Wild Flowers Arrangement Workshop with Chelsea from Forever Flowers MONDAY May 27 TUESDAY May 28 WEDNESDAY May 29 THURSDAY May 30 FRIDAY May 31 • The World of Musicals in Concert SATURDAY June 1 • Bairnsdale Farmers Market • Rosedale Bush Market • Bairnsdale Parkrun • Blues Brothers "Live Show" - Anthony Koutoudes & Ang Christou SUNDAY June 2 • Lakes Entrance Foreshore Market MONDAY June 3 TUESDAY June 4 WEDNESDAY June 5 • Melbourne International Comedy Festival • Bairnsdale VIEW Club Monthly Meet • Fashion Reimagined - Fund Raiser THURSDAY June 6 FRIDAY June 7 • Hot Rod Weekend - Lakes Country Cruises Start SATURDAY June 8 • Metung Farmers Market • Bairnsdale Parkrun • Echo Bend Camping Park - Lantern Making SUNDAY June 9 • Paynesville Farmers Market MONDAY June 10 • Hot Rod Weekend - Lakes Country Cruises Finish TUESDAY June 11 WEDNESDAY June 12 THURSDAY June 13 FRIDAY June 14 SATURDAY June 15 • Bairnsdale Parkrun • Alice Hesse - Nature Inspired Weaving Finish • Meralin Fawcus - Artworks with a Twist Finish SUNDAY June 16 • Lindenow Community Market MONDAY June 17 TUESDAY June 18 WEDNESDAY June 19 • Anything Goes - Bairnsdale Production Line Theatre Company Finish THURSDAY June 20 FRIDAY June 21 • EG Winter Festival STARTS SATURDAY June 22 • Nowa Nowa Makers Market • Medieval Winter Fest • Eric Bogle In Concert • Bairnsdale Parkrun SUNDAY June 23 MONDAY June 24 TUESDAY June 25 WEDNESDAY June 26 THURSDAY June 27 FRIDAY June 28 • NEON Winter Lantern Parade in Orbost SATURDAY June 29 • Bairnsdale Parkrun • Inverno - An Italian Feast by Guy Grossi & Nick Mahlook SUNDAY June 30 • Nicholson Makers & Growers Market MONDAY July 1 TUESDAY July 2 WEDNESDAY July 3 • Bairnsdale VIEW Club Monthly Meet • Wire & Light Sculptures THURSDAY July 4 • Wire & Light Sculptures FRIDAY July 5 • Eskimo Joe • Lakes Entrance Lantern Parade SATURDAY July 6 • Rosedale Bush Market • Echo Bend Camping Park - Decorating Stones • Lakes Lights: Enchanted Shores SUNDAY July 7 • Lakes Entrance Foreshore Markets MONDAY July 8 TUESDAY July 9 WEDNESDAY July 10 THURSDAY July 11 FRIDAY July 12 • Damper and Lantern Making Under The Stars SATURDAY July 13 • Metung Market • Crystal Shamanism Workshop SUNDAY July 14 • 2 Day High Country Tour Ride - Dargo • Crystal Shamanism Workshop MONDAY July 15 • 2 Day High Country Tour Ride - Dargo TUESDAY July 16 WEDNESDAY July 17 2024
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17 May 2024 | East Gippsland News Weekend The new Kia Sorento Sport is not only one of the most high-tech Kia cars ever made, but also leads the way in large SUV design. With seven seats, the Kia Sorento puts the focus firmly on both family and luxury. In terms of technology, the seamless and fully digital driver cluster with 4" display + 12.3" infotainment touchscreen provides crucial information. You can also customise to your preference by dragging and dropping different information widgets onto the screen. Keep comfortable in any weather conditions with dual-zone climate control. In addition, switch the functions of the same set of controls between the climate and infotainment systems with a simple press of a button. Discover intelligent remote control functions including remote start, remote locking and numerous other connected car services. With Sorento comes Over-TheAir (OTA) updates, conveniently allowing software and map updates directly to your vehicle. Also included are third row vents and fan control, so passengers can adjust to their liking. The Kia Sorento Sport makes seating easy, and moving in and out of the third row is as easy as a push of a button. Second row seats automatically move forward and tilt down for a convenient entry. To deliver exceptional car-like handling with comfort and dependability to suit Australia's unique conditions, the Sorento was subjected to an extensive local ride and handling tuning program over thousands of kilometres across urban, country and outback roads in Australia. The key features of the Kia Sorento Sport include: - 18" machine finish alloy wheels with full size spare - Dual zone climate control - Satellite navigation with 10-year traffic and map update - Privacy glass - 10-way power driver's seat (including two-way lumbar support) For more information, or to check out the Kia Sorento Sport in-person, head to Peter Dullard Kia on 461463 Princes Highway, Bairnsdale. Kia Sorento - a limitless driving experience 2023 Kia Sorento Sport+ 2023 Kia Sorento Sport+ 2023 Kia Sorento Sport Was $63,875 NOW $59,990 • 2.2L Turbo Diesel • AWD • 8 Speed Auto • 7 Seats • 2.2L Turbo Diesel • AWD • 8 Speed Auto • 7 Seats • 2.2L Turbo Diesel • AWD • 8 Speed Auto • 7 Seats Was $63,875 NOW $59,990 Was $56,419 NOW $52,990 EN23271 MY23 Kia Sorento RUNOUT S/N 25659 S/N 25563 S/N 25669
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