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Issue No. 174 A FREE community publication by Latrobe Council November-December 2020
TASSIE HARVEST JOBS - TAKE YOUR PICK
The North West of Tasmania is renowned for its distinctive four seasons and its amazing
fresh produce that is a consequence of plentiful rain, sun, and amazing soils.
2020 is no different to any other year - now that is something that has not been said
often over the past eight months.
Spring has sprung and primary producers throughout the region are preparing to harvest
their plentiful bounty of crops at their peak period and that is where the similarity to
previous years finishes.
This harvest season will be like no other and primary producers from across the region
GATHERING RESTRICTIONS
are lining up to recruit new staff to help with the harvest tasks. STILL IN EFFECT
With border restrictions easing, it is
timely to remind readers that there are
still restrictions in place for gatherings.
A gathering is the total number of people
present in any single undivided indoor
space, or in the outdoor area of a
premises. All individuals - whether they
are business operators, staff, volunteers,
attendees, children or babies - are
considered part of the gathering number.
Current restrictions are up to a maximum
of 250 people for an undivided space in
indoor premises; and 1,000 people in the
outdoor space of a premises.
Where the number of people permitted
according to the density limit (one person
per 2 square metres) is less than the
gathering limit, the lower number applies.
For example, the Latrobe Memorial Hall
can only have 236 people based on
physical distancing rules, not the full 250.
Photo credit: Simon DeSalis (DPIPWE) With an event like the Truly Tasmanian
Craft Exhibition and Sale and their floor
The work opportunities are endless with this year’s harvest of berries, stone fruit, apples, space is taken up with tables and displays
wine grapes. that number further reduces accordingly.
Eligible pickers may also be able to take advantage of the Seasonal Worker Incentive Gatherings at households - including
Scheme which allows you to earn up to $5,000 without affecting Centrelink payments. shacks - continue to be limited to up to 20
Tasmanians are being prioritised to fill the picking, sorting, packing, driving and people at any one time, not including
pruning positions to ensure an effective workforce, local food security, job security and residents of the household. End of year
keep our key local agricultural economy going. leavers parties at private residences
The Tasmanian Government however listening to the industry and their concerns that should be aware of this restriction.
there may not be enough Tasmanians to fill the 9,000 jobs during the peak time of You are still not permitted to stand and
December to March. drink. Dancing is permitted when it is
The government has therefore approved a pathway to bring experienced agricultural pre-arranged, held in a separate room to
workers to Tasmania, complying with COVID-19 requirements, to support the harvest where food and alcohol is consumed and
period but, make no mistake, the production line can’t wait forever and a day and contact information is recorded. You still
unemployed or under-employed Tasmanians need to grasp these opportunities now. can’t dance in venues where food and
The management of incoming workers and housing them is based on public health alcohol is consumed.
advice and can only proceed in a COVID-19 safe way. There is also support with This restriction will be in place at least
transport through the Fruit Growers Association. until the end of 2020.
Department of Primary Industry, Water and Environment continue to work with farmers For more information, go to
to develop COVID-19 Safe Plans and associated compliance. https://coronavirus.tas.gov.au/ or contact
To find out more information on harvest work opportunities that are available now and the Public Health Hotline on
over the coming months visit https://dpipwe.tas.gov.au/harvest-jobs. 1800 671 738.
2 November-December 2020
MAKE SUMMER SAFE MERSEY HOSPITAL HOURS
The Tasmanian Bushfire Inquiry that followed the 2013 bushfires recommended the “The public open hours of the Mersey
Tasmanian Government establish a coordinated program of fuel reduction burns across Community Hospital Emergency
the entire State, to target areas that pose the greatest risk of future catastrophic fires. Department remain a high priority for
Sophisticated computer models and bushfire science is used to identify areas where Council and we are regularly in contact
bushfire risk is high and requires risk treatment. Bushfires respect no boundaries. with both the Department and Minister of
The Tasmanian Fire Service (TFS) works with the Parks and Wildlife Service, Health, working collaboratively to ensure
Sustainable Timber Tasmania, local government, and private landowners to implement 24/7 hours are re-established as soon as
the Fuel Reduction Program on both public and private land. is it safe to do so,” said Mayor Peter
Private landowners must still take responsibility for their own property, but the TFS will Freshney of Latrobe Council.
work with them. Despite their good intentions, petitioners
While the Fuel Reduction Program will not prevent bushfires, it can make them easier and protesters won’t bring about any
and safer to fight, reducing damage to homes, businesses, and the environment. earlier resumption of public open hours at
To achieve this, Tasmania must conduct more fuel reduction burns every year, in a the Mersey and recent rumour mongering
strategic and and speculation reported in the media
coordinated manner certainly doesn’t assist when we are
that focuses the TFS trying to recruit professionals to the
resources where hospital on a permanent basis.
they are needed the “The Government and the Minister
most. specifically have been unequivocal in
You can learn more their support for the long term retention
about the fuel of the Mersey Community Hospital and
reduction program the Department Secretary and her team
and stay up to date are genuinely exploring each and every
with the current opportunity to attract staff to the Mersey
burn schedule at Community Hospital.
www.fire.tas.gov.au. Unfounded speculation about its future is
To contact the Fuel unhelpful and undermines every effort
Reduction Unit made. It is also frustrating that
during business organisations that purport to support the
hours, phone 1800 Mersey Community Hospital are in fact,
000 699. doing the contrary.
BUSHFIRE-READINESS FORESHORE WORKS Residents need to show some faith and
understanding of the current situation
BAKERS BEACH Following re-planting and fencing of the
and work constructively to bring about
Bushfire-Ready Neighbourhoods (BRN) area south of the Hawley boat ramp,
Council’s Green Spaces Team, in the outcomes that we all seek, to ensure
aim to build preparedness, resilience, and the appropriate provision of health
capacity in bushfire prevention in collaboration with Rubicon Coast and
Landcare Inc, are prioritising the services at our local hospital,” he added.
Tasmanian communities most at-risk to
bushfire, through a sustainable poisoning and removal of blackberry and UPDATE TO RECREATION
community development approach. other small weed sites along the Hawley PRECINCT PLAN
As seen last summer, despite heroic Esplanade. These works also include the Over the last few months, Latrobe
efforts, firefighters are not always able to removal of the Dodder Vine, which may Council has been working on an update to
protect properties (and at times whole take several years to control. the Latrobe Recreation Precinct
communities) due to the intensity and Additional planting has been undertaken Development Plan.
speed of the fires. along the Shearwater and Port Sorell Work has been undertaken to update the
Property owners need to be proactive and foreshore to reduce foreshore erosion. demographic and participation data that
prepare themselves and their properties The most recent plantings are in a 5m informs the plan and consultation has
for bushfires. wide revegetation zone alongside the been undertaken with all user groups and
A bushfire survival plan not only boosts shared pathway from the Port Sorell Jetty other relevant organisations.
preparedness efforts but can help to East Esplanade. The Sport and Recreation Committee
communities keep each other safe, make REDUCE YOUR recently met to discuss priorities relating
sure people who need help are not left LANDFILL FOOTPRINT to identified actions that have arisen from
behind, and provide support after the fire Rethink Waste Tasmania has recently the consultations.
has passed. released information on their website that Their recommendations will be
BRN is working closely with the Rubicon provides householders with additional considered by Latrobe Council at its
Fire Brigade to support the Bakers Beach support to reduce waste around the home. 9 November meeting.
community to be ready for the bushfire This includes 40 ways to reduce waste YOUR ELECTED
season with a pre-season meet up of and make positive purchase decisions in REPRESENTATIVES
residents on the corner of Bakers Beach the home; 16 ways to reduce waste in Mayor Peter FRESHNEY ....0417 287 006
Road and Marana Drive from 1:00pm home renovations and 18 ways to reduce D/Mayor Graeme BROWN .0417 598 116
until 4:00pm on Sunday, 8 November. waste in the garden. Shayne (Cush) ALLISON ...0409 792 648
We all play a part in bushfire safety. Collectively that’s 74 options to get you Michael McLAREN .................6426 2777
To find out more about this award- thinking. Vonette MEAD ....................0407 055 180
winning program and how you can You can check these out online at Sommer METSKE ...............0409 622 710
prepare for the bushfire season, visit https://rethinkwaste.com.au/40-ways-to- Garry SIMS......................... 0419 139 053
bushfirereadyneighbourhoods.tas.gov.au reduce-waste-make-positive-purchase- Gerrad WICKS ....................0488 325 590
decisions-in-the-home/ Lesley YOUNG ...................0419 326 250
November-December 2020 3
OPEN UP TO A NEW SMALL BUSINESS Australian and Tasmanian Governments.
The only cost to you is in committing
FINANCIAL FUTURE FINANCIAL SUPPORT adequate time away from your business to
With the hardship moratorium by the Rural Business Tasmania (RBT) is work with the financial counsellor. The
banks easing and changes to JobKeeper delivering a Small Business Support more time you are able to commit to the
and JobSeeker, it is anticipated that some Program to assist small rural and regional process, the better the outcome!
readers may be starting to experience businesses in Tasmania to understand Rural Business Tasmania’s financial
financial stress. their financial position, identify options counsellors have all the latest information
Rather than ignore this situation, Latrobe and implement plans to improve their on how to access both State and Federal
Council is supporting the provision of viability and build resilience for future COVID-19 assistance measures.
some expert assistance locally, prior to prosperity. They can also assist you take stock of
these money challenges overwhelming WHY SHOULD I WORK WITH A where you are at and provide clarity by
you. SMALL BUSINESS FINANCIAL developing a plan of attack and
Anglicare Tasmania provide a free,
COUNSELLOR? negotiating with banks and creditors on
independent, and confidential financial your behalf to get your business through
counselling service. Working with a financial counsellor helps
provide clarity and a sense of control over this challenging period.
They can help you to not only organise To access their services, phone
your budget but also suggest ways to where your business is heading.
Financial counsellors can assist you to 1300 883 276.
manage your debt, reducing your energy
consumption, consider needs vs wants, identify options to overcome financial BUILDING
negotiate with people you owe money to, hurdles and help you to make informed FINANCIAL CONFIDENCE
advise you of your rights and decisions but you remain in control and The Smith Family is taking new
responsibilities as a consumer and refer make the decisions about your business. participants onto Saver Plus - a matched
you to other useful services. IS MY BUSINESS ELIGIBLE TO savings and financial education program
They are available from 9:30am until ACCESS THE SMALL BUSINESS offering $500 matched savings for
4:30pm Monday-Friday over the phone SUPPORT PROGRAM (SBSP)? education costs including sports, clubs
(1800 007 007) or at their office in King To be eligible for the program your small and extra-curricular activities fees and
Street, Devonport however a local forum business must: equipment.
is proposed at Latrobe and Port Sorell late • employ 19 or fewer people; Saver Plus assists individuals and families
November so you can see if their service on lower incomes to build assets and
• be experiencing financial hardship,
meets your needs. improve financial capability.
imminent risk of financial hardship;
Getting on top of your finances now can The program has supported thousands of
reduce stress and improve your financial • or be financially impacted by the lower-income earners across Tasmania to
position into the future. Interested? Covid-19 virus; develop a lasting savings habit.
Please register your interest with Latrobe • be located greater than 20km from To find out more, go to
Council on 64264444 by Friday, 13 either Launceston or Hobart. https://www.bsl.org.au/services/saving-
November. All registrations will be The SBSP is fully subsidised by the and-managing-money/saver-plus/
treated confidentially.
TOWN ENTRY IMPROVEMENTS FOR PORT SORELL
Improvements to the town entry to the This project is expected to take approximately two months.
greater Port Sorell area continues with a
concept plan (alongside) considered and
endorsed by the Port Sorell Advisory
Committee, adopted by Latrobe Council
and submitted for approval by the
Department of State Growth.
A budget of $250,000 has been allocated
for this financial year with the project
including the installation of underground
drainage, widened asphalt footpaths,
barrier kerbing and pedestrian crossings,
road signage, removable bollards that can
be used to detour traffic in the case of an
emergency situation, emergency access
thoroughfares and planter boxes with a
feature tree on the roundabout.
Council personnel are pursuing the
development of the concept drawing to a
detailed design by a surveying/design
consultant to enable tendering out and
construction by a contractor.
Work was programmed to commence
early in the new year however, due to the
overwhelming workload on designers and
surveyors, this timeframe has been
delayed. Once that eases, the project will
progress.
4 November-December 2020
CHRISTMAS EVENTS REDEFINED
The impact of COVID-19 has been particularly challenging for the events sector. Limits on
holding public gatherings, combined with travel restrictions have resulted in a significant
number of event cancellations and postponements over 2020 and into 2021.
Unfortunately, it has had an impact on the traditional staging of the annual Latrobe
Lions Christmas Parade but rest assured, the Lions Club of Latrobe Inc have been
planning, adapting and thinking outside the box and have come up with a “Star and
Stocking Christmas Trail” as an alternative. Sort of like a scaled down Myer Melbourne
decorated windows.
This trail involves businesses in Latrobe coming on board and making a front window
available for a Christmas display by either themselves or to a regular participant in the
Latrobe Christmas Parade. The linking of groups to businesses will be coordinated by
the Lions Club of Latrobe Inc. CAROLS AT THE PARADE
The resulting displays will be revealed on 1 December therefore organisations wishing Fortunately, the Latrobe Christmas Carols
to adopt a window and decorate it to the theme of “Stars and Stockings” must register by are continuing but not in their traditional
13 November to 6426 1442 or email latrobe@lionstasmania.org. format or location.
The Star and Stocking Christmas Trail will be viewable from 1-20 December. A casual late afternoon of Christmas
Simultaneously, the mystery item competition returns with retailers placing an item that carolling by the Latrobe Federal Band
doesn’t belong to their business in their window. Just locate these items and lodge your will be held this year at Bells Parade,
entry when you have them all for an opportunity to win. Latrobe on Sunday, 20 December from
The Lions Club of Port Sorell Inc have likewise cancelled their annual Christmas Carols 4:00pm.
but they too have also come up with an alternative. They are hosting a Christmas Lights Bring a chair/blanket, nibbles and your
Competition for residents within the area encompassed by Port Sorell, Shearwater, singing voice and enjoy a few hours of
Hawley Beach, Squeaking Point, Wesley Vale and Northdown. carolling with family and friends in this
Persons wishing to enter are requested to register by 13 November with Lion Lynne on beautiful setting. Attendee numbers will
0428 322 141 or via email on ler195353@hotmail.com. Lights will be required to be on be limited to the COVID-19 restrictions
display from 1-20 December with judging taking place on 19 December. at the time as well as physical distancing.
ARE YOU EVENT READY? WILD MERSEY X-DUATHLON IT’S JUST A NUMBER
While COVID-19 continues to be a threat X-Duathlon is a unique sport to Triathlon Loneliness can be quite debilitating at any
and gathering restrictions remain, it is consisting of a trail run and mountain age but especially as we age.
important that event organisers plan for bike ride. When you are young, you have a school
an ever-changing business environment in The Cradle Coast Triathlon and environment, active social life, children
the longer term. Multisport Club are excited to host an X- of your own then all of a sudden your
Events Tasmania’s Event Ready Grant Duathlon at the Warrawee Reserve in family are off doing their own thing with
Program offers grants of up to $5,000 to Latrobe on Sunday, 1 November. their children and you hit retirement age.
support event organisers to identify and The X-Duathlon is a multisport event Where did that time go?
evaluate costs relating to the impacts of usually hosted in the order of a long run, You probably also believe that you are
COVID-19 on their event. a long ride and finishes with a shorter run. too young for a senior’s club but really,
The program supports events to develop This event, however, is aimed more age is just a matter of opinion and
and implement COVID-19 safe practices, toward newcomers to the sport and begins generally its your own that is restricting
and to effectively communicate that with a 7km trail run and finishes with a you from making the most of each day.
response to existing and possibly new 7km mountain bike ride on the easier With the Latrobe Senior Citizens Club
target market(s)/audiences. trails. The kids’ event will have a shorter announcing a potential close earlier this
This funding is aimed at events that offer run, depending on their ages. year, many people developed a passion to
regional and seasonal benefit to The event gets underway at 9:30am with retain this outlet of social inclusion for
Tasmania. a run from the car park and along Shale the aged in our community, vowing to
The program does not support Road, over the bridge and up the Railton work collaboratively with them and
conferences, conventions, symposiums, Express Track. This track is mostly provide additional activities and support.
theatrical productions, concert series, uphill and winds its way along Eucalypt The club itself also looked inward at how
trade fairs, fundraising events, expos and forest. Turning at the marked half way to reduce their load while encouraging
events that are primarily a showcase for point, runners will then head back down new membership and now, at the pinnacle
stallholders to demonstrate, promote or the same trail and make their way back to of a new era, you can be a part of it by
sell services or products. the car park, collect their bikes from a sharing your enthusiasm and interests.
Eligibility and assessment criteria apply marked off transition area, and run their Membership of the Latrobe Senior
with further information available at bikes toward the Bee Line Trail, where Citizens Club, for persons aged 50+, are
www.eventstasmania.com/eventready or, they’ll be asked to mount and follow the open for application by contacting
by phoning 6165 5022. This is an online Easy Does It Trail toward Laughing Gear President Katrina (0409031057).
application process. and back along Shale Road to the finish. Additionally, nominations for the
Whilst this ride is considered ‘easy’ it still Executive (President, Secretary/Public
contains enough downhill excitement for Officer, Treasurer and two committee
the seasoned trail riders. members) are invited from financial
Public users are requested to avoid the members up until 3 November.
trails from 8:00am until 12:00 noon to The Annual General Meeting will be held
enable course set up and the running of at 20 Hamilton Street, Latrobe on
this event. Tuesday, 24 November, at 11:00am when
Want to enter? Details are available all membership renewals will be due.
online at www.cradlecoasttri.com.au/ Membership is $20 per person.
November-December 2020 5
LATROBE FLOOD THE ONLY WAY TO GO ON HAWLEY ESPLANADE
MITIGATION UPDATE As residents may be aware, Council has allocated funding in this year’s Capital Works
Council recently sought tenders for a Budget for the provision of a shared pathway along the foreshore at Hawley. Due to site
contractor to construct earth levees, walls constraints, this pathway will be somewhat different to that provided at Shearwater and
and associated infrastructure to mitigate Port Sorell but will provide similar benefits.
against flooding of the Latrobe township Council plans to make Hawley Esplanade one way for vehicular traffic in a northerly
in a similar manner to that which direction and for the eastern side of the road to be upgraded and utilised as a pathway for
occurred in 2016. cyclists, pedestrians, and other users. A demarcation barrier between the vehicular and
17 contractors registered their interest, pedestrian components of the project is included with vehicles able to cross the pathway
and many took the opportunity to attend a to park in the formal and informal car parking spaces on the foreshore.
tender briefing. The tender assessment Council is engaging with residents and the wider community to ensure every effort is
panel are working on a recommendation made to address any concerns and to maximise the benefits of the proposed project.
to Council as to how and when the project To this effect, and subject to interest, Council will host two on-site ‘Walk and Talk’
should be progressed. gatherings to provide information on the project on Wednesday, 11 November at
Council acknowledges that whilst 2:00pm and at 7:00pm, commencing from the Hawley Boat Ramp, Hawley Esplanade.
considerable financial assistance from the It is essential that intending participants register their interest to attend either of these
state and federal governments has been two events no later than 5 November by phoning Council on 6426 4444 or emailing
secured, this is a project of significance council@latrobe.tas.gov.au.
for Council, not only financially, but in Comments are invited on the proposed project (plan available online at
managing the construction, community www.latrobe.tas.gov.au ) by 4:00pm, 23 November and can be emailed to
expectations and those directly and council@latrobe.tas.gov.au or posted/dropped in to 170 Gilbert Street, Latrobe, 7307.
indirectly impacted and disturbed during
works and after completion. TEDDY SHEEAN VICTORIA CROSS AWARDED
A key concern during construction of The announcement on 12 August that former resident, Edward “Teddy” Sheean would
flood control barriers throughout this finally be posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross came after decades of attempts to
project is ensuring that this work has no recognise his final actions.
negative impact on Latrobe’s platypus Sheean’s story on HMAS ARMIDALE is truly emotive.
population. The Australian Platypus Assigned to the newly commissioned HMAS ARMIDALE in April 1942, it was only
Conservancy has been consulted and five months later that he found himself faced with the order to abandon ship.
inspected the plans, advising that the From 1228 on 1 December 1942, HMAS ARMIDALE came under repeated attack by
actual risk to platypus appears low. Japanese aircraft. Shortly before 1400, HMAS ARMIDALE was attacked by no less
than thirteen enemy aircraft before being hit by two torpedoes and one bomb at 1515.
Aircraft then commenced strafing the ship and survivors in the water.
Sheean was the lowest ranked person on HMAS ARMIDALE as well as the youngest
(just 18).
When that order to abandon ship came, Sheean helped launch a lifeboat but instead of
getting in it, he chose to make his way to the aft Oerlikon gun. Sheean was not wounded
when he made that decision but, as he made his way to the Oerlikon gun, was hit. Also,
Sheean’s job on the Armidale was as a loader, not gunner - so he had no practical
experience with firing the gun.
Platypus c Barry Baker However, he strapped himself in to the Oerlikon gun and, in
Their advice is that the “platypus habitat doing so, must have known that he would not be surviving
in the works area is considered to be this encounter. The expert panel determined that it is not
relatively poor. There appears only a easy to extract yourself from this fitting, much less when
very low chance that any breeding female enemy fire is also bearing down on you.
would choose this area for nesting, As Sheean fired on the attacking enemy aircraft, he was hit
especially given the proximity to the again. He managed to damage two enemy aircraft with
highway bridge. If one did decide to survivors reporting the gun continuing to fire up until the aft
place a nesting burrow in this area, the section sank.
opposite bank, which has better habitat, Sheean’s actions are attributed to the survival of 49 of the 149
would almost certainly be preferred. people on board.
Some camping burrows may exist in the The unanimous advice to uphold the 2019 Tribunal’s
works area however, any individual recommendation to award the Victoria Cross to Sheean
platypus will rest in many different recognised maladministration by omission in the 1942 Record
burrows and rarely occupy any particular of Proceedings; analysis of evidence available to the 2013
one for more than a few days at a time.” Inquiry being flawed; new evidence presented to the 2019
Studies have shown that platypus have a Tribunal and now, further new evidence discovered and
remarkable degree of tolerance to works examined by the Expert Panel.
activities by simply moved to other Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the official presentation of the
camping burrows outside the works zone Victoria Cross (an Investiture Ceremony) will be held at Government House, Canberra
when things got too disturbed. on 1 December, to coincide with the 78th anniversary of Sheean’s death.
Nevertheless, Council is considering The Governor General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC
adopting various protection measures (Retd) will present Ordinary Seaman Edward Sheean’s Victoria Cross for Australia to
including contingency plans in the Mr Garry Ivory, with family members of Teddy’s siblings invited to attend. Teddy’s
unlikely event that a platypus does need Victoria Cross will then be gifted to the Australian War Museum to be mounted with
emergency care. Teddy’s other original medals for perpetuity.
It is hoped construction can commence in The planning committee are seeking to have the VC presentation broadcast on the ABC
the coming 2020-21 summer period. but, if this is not achievable, it will be live streamed for your viewing.
6 November-December 2020
MISUNDERSTOOD FERAL CAT CONTROL IS YOUR RECYCLING
ROAD RULES Feral cats have been present in Tasmania CONTAMINATED?
With the installation of new road since the 1800s and have been found at The Cradle Coast Waste Management
treatments in Latrobe, the Kentish and all altitudes and ecosystems, from coastal Group is currently carrying out
Latrobe Community Road Safety to mountain environments. They are assessments of kerbside recycling bins
Committee seek to address one of the Top known to inhabit rural, urban and peri- until 27 November.
5 Misunderstood Road Rules - when to urban areas. These assessments are designed to assist
cross unbroken white dividing lines. The Latrobe Municipality is hit residents to know what is suitable for
If you are on a road with a single white particularly hard by the effects of feral recycling in the kerbside recycling bin.
unbroken line you can cross the line to: cats, due to human population densities Items that are recyclable include glass
1. Enter or leave a road and the consequent number of once bottles and jars (lids removed); cardboard
domestic cats that have gone feral, and paper products e.g. newspapers,
2. Enter or leave a driveway or carpark
causing havoc in our community. paper packaging, magazines and paper
by the shortest route
They best way to reduce feral cat bags; metal cans e.g. aluminium, steel and
3. Cross to avoid a hazard if safe to do so numbers is for cat owners to be aware of tin plated cans, aluminium foil and
4. Cross to pass a cyclist if safe to do so how important it is to restrict their cats to aerosol cans (lids removed) and hard
You cannot: their property, both day and night. plastic containers e.g. clean milk bottles
1. Change lanes Remember that today’s domestic cat is or plastics that are rigid or holds their
2. Overtake another vehicle potentially tomorrow’s feral killer. shape.
3. Do a U-turn Feral cats’ prey on native wildlife While there are lots of things you can
As always, motorists are encouraged to including many threatened species and recycle, it is important to remember there
take care on the roadways and drive to the will kill regardless of the need for food. are also items that should never go into
conditions. For the uninitiated, feral cats are identical your recycling bin:
in appearance to our domestic cats, so • Don’t put your recycling in bags or
don’t be fooled into thinking that they are boxes
relatively “harmless”.
• Don’t put any plastics that can be
As the Latrobe Cat Management Officer
scrunched into the recycling bin (drop
and a Parks and Wildlife Discovery
them in a Redcycle Collection Point at
Ranger, John Bowden has been
Woolworths or Coles)
conducting successful feral cat control
throughout the council area over many • Don’t include foil packages or
years. Funding from the Department of tetrapaks (foil-lined long-life cartons)
Agriculture, Water and the Environment, • Don’t put shredded paper in your
saw Mr Bowden undertake feral cat recycling
control in both the Latrobe and The recycling collected in North Western
Devonport Council areas under the aegis Tasmania is hand-sorted at the Spreyton
of the Rubicon Coast and Landcare Inc. Materials Recycling Facility.
This has resulted in the humane By following these helpful tips, you will
euthanizing of over 150 feral cats in a be actively helping reduce contaminated
four-month period. recycling.
DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES UNDERWAY IN LATROBE
Dog Obedience classes commenced late These Dog Obedience classes are world. Dogs that learn engagement as
September with a second course designed for dogs aged 6 months and their first behaviour become dogs that
scheduled to start on 15 November. older. They are not puppy classes. have a great attitude to learning and
Unfortunately the completion of the Facilitated by Brian Patrick and his training and stronger bonds with their
dedicated Dog Park at Bosworth Park, border collie Taak, the course is owner. Who knows, maybe these
Latrobe, hasn’t gone to plan because of conducted using the focussed engagement sessions may lead to more advanced
inclement weather. technique. Engagement is a learned training.
Classes therefore commenced at the dog behaviour and simply means that the dog For information on these Dog Obedience
exercise area on Pig Island, Latrobe and is more interested in what its handler is sessions, please contact Council on
will relocate when the dog park is open. doing rather than anything else in the 64264444.
November-December 2020 7
BANKSIA FACILITIES REDEVELOPMENT UPDATE
Port Sorell’s Camp Banksia and Banksia Centre will be transformed over the next two Have any questions or need more
years to create a vibrant space that offers exciting new opportunities for camping, play, information? Contact Mr Chris Clark,
sport and recreation, local history, performing arts and cultural activities. Project Manager on 64264444 or email
What has happened so far? chris.clark@latrobe.tas.gov.au
In early 2019 Latrobe Council commissioned landscape architect Co-Design Lab to
consult with the Port Sorell community and prepare a concept master plan for the site.
The plan was finalised in mid-2019 with an estimated cost of $5.3m to fully implement.
The Commonwealth Government subsequently awarded the project $4m in grant
funding through its Community Development Grants Program. To make up the funding
shortfall, Latrobe Council took the opportunity to borrow a $1.3m interest free loan
from the Tasmanian Government’s Local Government Loans program.
After an expression of interest process, architectural consultant Design Intent has been
engaged to prepare the schematic designs. Based on the concepts of the master plan,
Design Intent will add further details to the plan and take it to the point where a
development application can be submitted.
One of the most important aspects of the project is to ensure it meets the current and
future needs of the Port Sorell community. Meetings with key stakeholders have
commenced to identify their needs from the redeveloped facilities.
Meetings with these groups will continue throughout the duration of the project at key
milestones as the design progresses.
The next stage will involve the project team continuing its work with Design Intent to
design the infrastructure.
OLD PHOTOS SOUGHT FOR It is therefore timely to remind you to be PORT SORELL COMMUNITY
aware of the environment around you and
PORT SORELL TRAIL report ANY suspicious activity to REPRESENTATIVES?
The Port Sorell History Group has Tasmania Police by phoning 000 in an The Port Sorell Advisory Committee
received funding to develop a heritage emergency; 131444 for a non-emergency (PSAC) was established years ago as a
trail for the greater Port Sorell area. situations or Crime Stoppers on additional conduit for residents of Port
This project is for 12 interconnected and 1800 333 000 to report anonymously. Sorell to provide input to council on
engaging interpretive signs for It is only through apathy that unlawful traffic management, business/commercial
installation from Hawley to Squeaking activity thrives so let’s band together and development, recreational facilities,
Point that presents the rich culture and be eagle eyed to stop this behaviour in foreshore and environmental matters and
heritage of the area. our communities. land use planning policy.
These signs will be located at key PSAC includes representation from many
locations and inclusive of events, PERFORMANCE DATES SET groups but, recognising that not every
buildings and characters of the area, As with many other groups, it has been a resident is a member of these, Council
specifically European and Aboriginal difficult year for banding and maintaining included two representative positions of
heritage. the interest of members. the community. These were invited
The group have however very limited Thanks to the passion of through public nomination and are
photos of past life and landscapes of the the Latrobe Federal currently Vicki Shakoff (0437 777 714)
early days of the greater Port Sorell area Band’s Musical Director, and Linda Williamson (6428 8459).
and are seeking your assistance with Geoff Dell, the band Vicki and Linda invite you to contact
providing original photos to scan and were able to record them to raise any broad community issues
potentially include in this trail. themselves playing set of strategic relevance in the Port Sorell
If you can help with loaning photos for pieces while physically distancing at area for discussion by the Committee and
scanning and providing details about the home, ensuring rehearsals continued. recommendation to Latrobe Council.
images, please contact Tony on The performances were then collated and General maintenance issues should be
6428 7707. loaded online for the wider community to reported direct to Latrobe Council via
enjoy until the band were able to resume
VIGILANCE URGED restricted rehearsing face to face.
www.latrobe.tas.gov.au/services/servicere
With Daylight Saving and Summer quest or phone 64264444.
As the band were unable to hold a Winter A sub-committee of the group is currently
encouraging people to be more active, it Concert this year, they will be presenting
also provides a chance for opportunistic underway to review its purpose, value,
a Spring Concert at the Latrobe Memorial relevance, and effectiveness of the Port
people to vandalise or take what isn’t Hall on Sunday, 8 November,
theirs. Sorell Advisory Committee in today’s
commencing at 2:00pm. This is door environment.
The Department of Police, Fire and sales only with admission $10 adult, $5
Emergency Management Crime Statistics Their report will be presented to PSAC at
concession/ children. their 27 October meeting and, if ratified,
Supplement 2019-20 states that for the In the spirit of Christmas, the Latrobe
financial year ending 30 June 2020 the forwarded to Council for consideration.
Federal Band will also be presenting a The Port Sorell Advisory Committee
total offences in Tasmania reduced by casual evening of Christmas Carols.
2%, attributed to the COVID-19 meet at the Banksia Centre from 4:00pm
Refer to article on page 4. on the last Tuesday of the month.
pandemic and associated restrictions. Want to know more about the Latrobe
There were still 27,386 offences recorded The public can attend these meetings as
Federal Band? Phone 0417 348 258 or go observers but do need to register with
with stealing, burglary and online to
injuring/destroying property making up Council (64264444) to ensure COVID-19
www.facebook.com/latrobefederalband/ compliance (sufficient room is booked to
the majority - 21,452.
cater for numbers).
8 November-December 2020
LATROBE SEWER NBN CO’S NEXT PHASE OF NEW FUEL APP
UPGRADE CONTINUES NETWORK INVESTMENT The Tasmanian
The second stage of TasWater’s sewer Latrobe has been included as part of the new Government recently
upgrade project in Latrobe, to address nbn Business Fibre Zones which will provide introduced a real time
uncontrolled sewage spills which occur businesses in these areas with access to a fuel price monitoring
during heavy rain events, commenced on direct fibre Enterprise Ethernet service. The scheme in Tasmania.
‘Check Your Address’ function on the nbn This legislation means
26 October and will continue through to
website will indicate whether you are eligible. that there is now a mandatory
20 November, weather dependent. You then just contact your provider.
Throughout these works, the Hamilton requirement for fuel retailers in Tasmania
The company also announced an to provide their fuel prices on a free app
and Thomas Street intersection will be investment that provides an estimated
closed for approximately five days with downloadable to your smart phone.
75% of homes and businesses in the Since launching the Fuel Price Reporting
detours in effect. Once the construction fixed-line footprint across Australia, with
has passed this intersection, Hamilton Scheme, approximately 10,000
potential to achieve speed tiers close to Tasmanians have utilised the technology
Street will be returned to through traffic. 1 Gbps by 2023. These investments
Thomas Street between Hamilton and (website and app) to access real-time fuel
mean an increasing number of residents prices and find the best deal for fuel
James Streets will be closed to all through connected to Fibre to the Node (FTTN)
traffic. around the State. Though the combined
technology will be able to access higher market power of motorists, it is
As part of the sewer main upgrade, the speed tiers via Fibre to the Premises
contractor will be excavating along the anticipated that this will drive down
technology (FTTP). NBN Co will use the prices at the fuel bowser and encourage a
pipeline route, generally within the road existing fibre infrastructure already built
reserve. During these times, residents more competitive marketplace.
to nodes and connect the individual Under the scheme, fuel retailers are
along the route may experience some residence to FTTP technology from mid-
minor traffic delays and construction- required to update their prices as soon as
2021when a customer places an order any changes occur, providing a vastly
related noise. through participating internet retailers.
TasWater and its contractor will be taking enhanced level of transparency for
NBN Co has also committed up to an consumers.
steps to ensure that any impacts to additional $300 million investment to
residents are kept to a minimum and any More than 230 fuel retailers have
deliver access to higher speed wholesale registered for the scheme, creating real
short-term disruption of access to broadband services over the nbn network
properties, if required, will be negotiated competition for the motorist dollar.
to households and businesses in regional Tasmanian fuel retailers are urged to
directly with property occupants. and remote areas of Australia.
All planned works will be between the ensure that any global price reductions
These announcements highlight nbn’s are passed on to consumers as a matter of
hours of 7:00am and 6:00pm but will desire to partner more closely with
include some Saturdays. priority.
communities, industry and all levels of The ‘Fuel Check Tas’ app is available for
If you have any questions or concerns governments to lift the digital capability
regarding this project, please contact free download at the Google Play Store
of Australia. and Apple App Store or at
TasWater on 13 6992.
www.fuelcheck.tas.gov.au
HERE WE ARE CAPTURES LOCAL CONNECTIONS
Here We Are 2020 is an ongoing community-based arts project Artist Elizabeth Braid also engaged with residents, selecting one
that nurtures connection and celebrates the local stories of those quote from each to be painted/illustrated and given as a gift to
living and connected to the North-West Coast of Tasmania. participants at the end of the project.
This is achieved through a facilitated process led by professional Photographer Lauren McKinnon also captured one portrait of the
artists to nurture the sharing and creative response to and participants and these along with the illustrations, paintings and
curation of stories through community-based installations and responses from participants were included in a mini exhibition
interventions. within Rubicon Grove throughout October.
“More than anything, through the Here She Is process and the The artworks, photographs and illustrations will be accessible on
overwhelming community support that the project received, it a future online project archive. Instagram. #herewearenwtas
revealed that there is just so many more stories to tell.
This time, Here We Are takes the project out of the gallery and
into community through tailored workshops in partnership with
community organisations” said Project Coordinator, Anne
Morrison.
The creative contributors include Anne Morrison and Jessie
Pangas as Project Coordinators and artists, Liz Braid and
photographer, Lauren McKinnon.
Anne and Jessie were awarded Australian Government Regional
Arts Funding to undertake this exciting creative project with the
local project receiving in-kind support from Latrobe Council and
Rubicon Grove.
Initially due to commence earlier this year, the COVID-19
pandemic resulted in its delay until August-September.
At the first workshop, the artists introduce the project concept
and storytelling.
Over several weeks, participants brought photographs and
mementos to share and begin the conversations.
Pictured: Rubicon Grove resident, Nell Groenewold, discussing
her momento's and objects for the workshop
November-December 2020 9
NIPPERS EXCITED FOR NEW LIGHTS ON FOR CHRISTMAS
Unfortunately, the Lions
SEASON AND NEW FACILITIES Club of Port Sorell have
not been able to fundraise
as they usually would
during the year.
The club also decided to
cancel the annual Port Sorell Christmas
Carols due to gathering limitations but
will be running a Christmas Lights
Competition for the area encompassing
Port Sorell, Shearwater, Hawley Beach,
Squeaking Point, Wesley Vale and
Northdown. Refer to article on page 4.
Continuing the club’s mission to spread
some festive cheer throughout the area,
the Christmas Tree will again be set up in
Port Sorell Surf Life Saving Club’s Nippers can’t wait for the start of the new 2020-21 the Bendigo Bank branch at Port Sorell
surf club season on 5 November. Not only does it mean they can get back to having fun during the first two weeks of December.
on the beach, but this season the Nippers will have new and improved facilities, Wrapped presents can be dropped under
designed to cope with the growth in the club’s membership. the tree for distribution to disadvantaged
The construction of much needed enlarged change facilities has been undertaken over children.
the winter, thanks to the financial assistance of Latrobe Council, the Tasmanian With the redevelopment of the Port Sorell
Government, and the Australian Government under the Community Development Caravan Park, the club’s cabins will soon
Grants Programme. be put up for tender to purchase.
Nippers is a fun way for children aged 5 to Under 14 to enjoy the beach in a safe Information regarding this tender, general
environment. The Junior Development Program is designed to ensure children have fun club information and upcoming events
at the beach while participating in lessons that will give them a pathway to becoming a will be detailed on the Port Sorell Lions
fully rounded participant in both lifesaving and sport. Club Facebook page.
More information on the Port Sorell SLSC Nipper program can be found OFF TO SCHOOL WE GO
at https://portsorellslsc.org.au/nippers/. Do you have a child that turns 4 before 31
THE BIG 40 FOR THIRLSTANE PHONE/INTERNET SIGNAL December? If so, they can attend
Celebrations for the 40th Anniversary of Are you missing calls, phone dropping Kindergarten in 2021 but you should be
the Thirlstane Golf Club will be held over out, internet signal coming and going? If enrolling them now.
the weekend of 21-22 November. you have answered yes to any of these or Pre-Kinder is a great introduction to the
Originally formed on 21 November 1980 are having any other issues with your school environment and a chance for
as the Shearwater Golf Club, they phone or internet service, Council would children to get to know each other.
changed their name to the Thirlstane Golf like to know about it. Please go to
Club in 1997 when moving to the current www.surveymonkey.com/r/SPYJP8F
site. (assuming you can access this site) and
Their 106 acre site was purchased from share your issues via this survey, or
Don and Audrey Mitchelson and was contact council on 64264444 for a hard
mostly bush however members had a copy of the survey form.
vision of a beautiful golf course and came While Council cannot guarantee to fix
from near and far with all sorts of your issues, if multiple issues are
equipment to transform it into one of the identified, Council can take this up with
best nine hole golf courses in Tasmania. the service providers and the responsible
Designed by the Tasmanian Champion Government Departments to action.
Pictured: Kindergarten students at Latrobe
golfer, Peter Toogood, an extra four BATTERY RECYCLING Primary School learn about weighing.
alternate Tee Beds were added in 2016. Port Sorell U3A have set up a battery
The course is a credit to the volunteers, All primary schools throughout the
collection point at their office in the Port Latrobe Municipality offer Kindergarten
led by course superintendent Rodger Sorell Banksia Centre for you to deposit
Paice, who prepare it for competitions on as well as pre-Kinder sessions throughout
your used batteries for recycling. November.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and There are a wide range of battery types,
Sundays and social golf at other times. Finalisation of enrolments requires
many of which contain toxic metals such sighting of a child’s Birth Certificate and
An invitation is extended to all past and as cadmium, mercury and lead. Others
present members to help celebrate this Vaccination History, evidence of student
contain valuable materials like residential address and parent
fantastic anniversary milestone. magnesium and zinc.
A key event will be an afternoon tea at identification.
Batteries should never be put in the Please contact your nearest school for
the clubrooms on Sunday, 22 November recycling bin or in your waste bin.
from 2:30pm where memorabilia will be more information.
Rechargeable batteries and lithium ion
shared and many memories recalled from batteries are hazardous and could produce
LATROBE MUSEUM RE-OPENS
the past 40 years. sparks that may start a fire in the trucks or The Court House Museum has re-opened
Due to COVID-19 capacity limitations, recycling facility. This includes batteries from Tuesday to Friday 1.30pm to
RSVPs are essential and should be in laptops, mobile phones, power tools, 3.30pm. A fine Christmas gift would be a
forwarded to Jan (0409 804 799) or cameras, torches and children’s toys. DVD of the photographs in their
Lorraine (0408 140 187) b 13 November. So drop them off for recycling. Permanent Collection, on sale for $12.95.
10 November-December 2020
COUNCIL’S WORKS REPORT FISHING CLUB GETS REEL TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
The following works are scheduled to be A fishing club, founded to provide those Libraries Tasmania is a statewide library
undertaken throughout the Latrobe with a love of recreational fishing the service where you can borrow from and
Municipality during November and opportunity to socialise with like-minded return to any library in Tasmania.
December: anglers, recently formed at Port Sorell. Your free membership allows you to
CIVIL CONSTRUCTION AND “Reel Keen Fishing Club … Port Sorell borrow from a large collection of books,
MAINTENANCE TEAM and Districts” is for everyone of any age cds, dvds, audio books and magazines
and will offer fishing related activities and access a range of eResources - books,
• Club Drive footpath construction along
(competitive and non-competitive) for audio books, magazine, film and even
southern side between Alexander
members and in conjunction with other language courses - all accessible from
Street and Quinlan Crescent.
fishing clubs in Tasmania. your phone, tablet or computer.
• Carpark surface maintenance in Membership is $20 per active fishers or If you need help getting started, pop into
Shearwater Village vicinity $10 for those that just want to come for the Latrobe Library and Rachel and the
• Gravel Road maintenance grading the social part of the club. volunteers will give you a hand.
• Old Deloraine Road verge - tree A perpetual trophy (pictured) has been The computer hub volunteers can also
removal and safety improvements created by Greg Howell and will feature assist anyone needing help with using a
• Reseal preparation works the name, point accumulation and year of computer or digital device - even
• Roadside mowing and spraying each year’s winner in competitions. complete beginners. They can also help
TOWN SERVICES TEAM with printing and scanning documents.
The open hours for the Latrobe Library
• Panatana Family Park - shelter and its Computer Hub are from 1:00pm
replacement until 5:00pm every Monday, Tuesday,
• Shearwater Park - new shelter over Thursday and Friday.
seating/picnic table area
INSPIRED BY SEASONS
• General building maintenance Members look forward to the reopening
GREEN SPACES TEAM of the Latrobe Visitor
The club’s first fishing competition was
• Bosworth Park - continued Information Centre and
held in October. If anyone is interested in
implementation of landscape plan Arts Hub but are not
sponsoring the club or competitions,
• Various parks garden maintenance please contact Micheal on 0419 887 678.
quite there yet.
• Parks weed spraying In the meantime,
Members catch up on the first Wednesday
members continue to make art inspired by
• Parks mowing program of each month at 7:00pm at the Banksia
the colours of spring and summer with
Should you have any queries, please do Centre, Pitcairn Street, Port Sorell.
recent works able to be found on
not hesitate to contact Council's CHILDISH CONNECTIONS Facebook and Instagram.
Operations Manager on 6426 4453. How wonderful it is to have a secure Katherine Tyson specifically has two
EXHIBITIONS AT THE LOUNGE relationship develop between a parent and entries in the Poochibald Exhibition at the
“It has been wonderful to serve sit down child! Schoolhouse Gallery Rosny. This show
cuppas and a bite to eat to locals and new At Latrobe Primary School, the building features dogs and is held in conjunction
faces at The Crowded Lounge while of connections between local families and with Clarence Council’s Dogs Day Out.
living up to its name of ‘crowded’ but their school community is supported by The sculpture proposal by Kim O’Brien,
within Coronavirus restrictions,” said the Launch in to Learning program. to celebrate Louisa Ann Meredith, and
Mrs Michelle Smith. Launch into Learning provides play- further limestone sculptures provides
Coming up in November is the first based learning experiences that you can another focal point in Shearwater Village
exhibition by Latrobe artist Ms Leslee share with your child and a pathway to for tourists and locals to learn the history
Matchett of her abstract works. Inspired other community connections. The of Port Sorell and celebrate visual art.
by everyday objects like coins and string, “Serve and Return” video The current Shearwater Resort occupies
Leslee’s use of colour creates contrast (https://bit.ly/30Hwi94) is a great the land that once housed the building
and focus on shape and line. example of how to interact and connect ‘Poyston’, the home of the early
December brings an opportunity for with kids to help them learn. pioneering Meredith family. Mr Charles
Family Christmas Photos by Look out for the Launching into Learning Meredith was the Assistant Police
photographer Benita Campbell of flyers and Latrobe Primary Facebook Magistrate for the Port Sorell region in
Daydream Photography at The Crowded page for more information. the 1840s and his wife Louisa Anne, a
Lounge. Benita will also exhibit a PLAYCONNECT FOR AUTISTIC colonial artist and first woman designer
collection of her landscape images, night Do you have a child with Autism of stamps in Australia.
sky, macro, auroras, sunsets which are Spectrum Disorder characteristics, If you would like to know more about
quite therapeutic. Benita specialises in developmental delay in communication Rubicon River Arts Inc, go to events on
wedding, family and pet photography at and social skills and/or behavioural and their Facebook page, email rubicon-river-
very affordable prices. sensory issues? PlayConnect offers the arts@googlegroups.com or call Angela
The Crowded Lounge is continuing opportunity, for free, to connect with on 0498 243 460.
weekly art classes and workshops. To
keep up to date on activities, see events at
others, talk, play and share information EMBROIDERERS’ GROUP
and experiences at Macs Place, 32-36 The evening group of the Devonport
www.facebook.com/Thecrowdedlounge. Valley Road, Devonport from 10:00am Embroiderers’ guild are meeting at
To encourage good cheers for Christmas, until 11:30am each Monday. No 20 Hamilton Street, Latrobe Thursdays
The Crowded Lounge is promoting a ‘pay diagnosis is required. from 7:00pm until 9:00pm.
it forward’ option, giving patrons an For more information, contact Anyone interested in embroidery is most
option to pay for someone else’s cuppa felicity.harris@playgrouptas.org.au or welcome. Contact Helen (0418 133 895)
and bite to eat anonymously. register by phoning 0428 633 214. for more information.November-December 2020 11
COMING EVENTS SHAREHOLDERS’ EVENING
OCTOBER Pitcairn Street, Port Sorell from A Shareholders’ Event was recently held
30 Shearwater Comedy Night at 4:00pm. RSVP to 64264444. with Chairman, Mr Greg Preece,
Shearwater Resort, the Bvd, 28 Thirlstane cycling race involving outlining the current situation for the
Shearwater featuring Chris Franklin Frankford Road, Woodbury Lane and Bendigo Community Bank.
with special guest Ned Townsend. Squeaking Point Road from 10:00am The Latrobe Council’s Mayor Peter
Doors open 8:30pm. $22.50 per until 12:30pm. Phone: 0417 582 266 Freshney, Senator Jacqui Lambie and Mr
person, bookings essential to DECEMBER Shane Clarke from Beachwood Real
Estate all gave enlightening accounts of
64286205. EXHIBITION - Benita Campbell’s
the growth in the Latrobe Municipality
NOVEMBER photography at The Crowded Lounge,
and the importance of community. This
EXHIBITION - Leslee Matchett’s 127-129 Gilbert Street, Latrobe.
growth combined with the amazing
abstract art at The Crowded Lounge, 1 Presentation of Edward ‘Teddy’
community spirit in the area makes it the
127-129 Gilbert Street, Latrobe. Sheean’s Victoria Cross. Refer to
ideal place to reside - an encouraging
31 Oct-2 Nov Truly Tasmanian Craft page 5.
prospect for vendors.
Exhibition and Sale at the Latrobe 1 Stars and Stockings Christmas Trail
The Community Bank has comparable
Memorial Hall, Gilbert Street, Latrobe throughout Latrobe continues to 20
rates available for home loans, insurances
from 9:00am until 5:00pm Saturday December. Register by 13 November
etc so give them a call or visit Janet and
and Sunday and 9:00am until 3:00pm to 6426 1442 or email
the team at the Port Sorell Branch in Club
Monday. Enquiries: 0417 132 687 latrobe@lionstasmania.org.
Drive or within the Latrobe Newsagency.
1 X-Duathlon at Warrawee Reserve and 1 Christmas Lights Competition from
Attendees were delighted to be
Wild Mersey MBT from 8:00am until Wesley Vale to Hawley and in
entertained by Emily Burke, a highly
12 noon. Phone: 0428 623 532 or go between. Registration by 13
acclaimed opera singer who is residing in
to http://www.cradlecoasttri.com.au/ November to 0428 322 141 or via
Hawley and singing for local groups
8 Bakers Beach residents pre-season email on ler195353@hotmail.com.
when the opportunity arises.
Bushfire meeting on the corner of 5 Penguin Island Swim at North Freers
The Master of Ceremonies for the
Bakers Beach Road and Marana Drive Beach, Shearwater. Registration from
evening, Ms Gina Timms, closed the very
from 1:00pm until 4:00pm. Phone 10:00am for all events. Penguin Island
successful evening with an all-time
0418 451 954 Swim starts at 11:00am and includes
favourite tune, You Raise Me Up.
9 Latrobe Council Meeting at the 500m novice swim. Fees apply. More
By supporting Bendigo Community Bank
Latrobe Council Chambers, 170 information is available from
in the Latrobe Municipality, your banking
Gilbert Street, Latrobe from 5:00pm. www.facebook.com/portsorellslsc
contributes to the communal fabric of this
6426 4444 6 Rotary Car Boot Sale at Reisz’ car
amazing area.
11 Remembrance Day Services from park, Gilbert Street, Latrobe - 9:00am
The Bendigo Community Bank AGM
10:50am until 2:00pm. Phone: 0417 386 191
will be held at Shearwater Resort at
• Latrobe Cenotaph, Gilbert Street, 11 Y11-12 Education Bursary closes -
7:00pm on 26 November. All
Latrobe. BYO seat if seating is https://www.latrobe.tas.gov.au/commu
shareholders are welcome.
nity/grants
required. Phone 0428 788 075
12 Twilight Junior Fish Out at Taylor’s PORT SORELL TABLE TENNIS
• Port Sorell Defence Memorial, cnr A group of enthusiastic table tennis
Dam, 9022 Bass Highway, Latrobe
Rice and Meredith Streets, Port players has established a new table tennis
from 3:30pm until 8:00pm.
Sorell. Phone 0407 852 946
0417 505 887 club, Port Sorell Table Tennis Club
5 Nippers Training commences at the (PSTTC).
13 Latrobe Cemetery Working Bee at
Port Sorell Surf Life Saving Club, Social sessions are being held at the
the Latrobe Cemetery, Gilbert Street,
Dumbleton Street, Hawley from Banksia Centre on Saturday afternoons
Latrobe from 10:00am until 11:15am.
5:00pm until 6:30pm. from 1:00pm until 4:00pm. Everyone is
BYO gardening implements and wear
http://www.portsorellslsc.org.au/ invited to come along and have a look
appropriate clothing. Free sausage
8 Junior Fish Out Day at Taylor’s and hopefully have a hit.
sizzle and drink at conclusion.
Dam, 9022 Bass Highway, Latrobe
0417 598 116 Once PSTTC is fully registered, more
from 10:00am until 3:00pm. sessions will be held including at least
14 Latrobe Council Meeting at the
0417 505 887 one evening session to accommodate
Latrobe Council Chambers, 170
8 Latrobe Federal Band Concert at the those who work during the day. A graded
Gilbert Street, Latrobe from 5:00pm.
Latrobe Memorial Hall, Gilbert Street,
6426 4444 roster is also proposed, catering for
Latrobe from 2:00pm. Admission: $10 everyone from beginners to more
20 Carols at the Parade, Bells Parade,
adult; $5 concession/child. Door sales experienced players.
Latrobe from 4:00pm. Refer to page 4.
only.
27 Market by the Beach at the Port
21-22 Thirlstane Golf Club’s 40th
Sorell Surf Life Saving Club, North
Anniversary. Past and present
Freers Beach, Shearwater - 5:00pm to
members welcome. Refer to separate
9:00pm. www.portsorellslsc.org.au/
article. RSVP’s essential to 0409 804
31 Leonard N Tome perform at
799 or 0408 140 187.
Shearwater Resort, the Bvd,
24 Latrobe Senior Citizens Club
Shearwater from 9:00pm until late.
Annual General Meeting at 20
Hamilton Street, Latrobe from JANUARY Free coaching by an accredited coach is
also offered to club members.
11:00am. Financial members 2 Market by the Beach at the Port
If you are interested in getting involved in
welcome. Phone: 0409 031 057 Sorell Surf Life Saving Club, North
a family-oriented club, please call
24 Port Sorell Advisory Committee Freers Beach, Shearwater - 5:00pm to
Graeme on 0467 605 039 or email
meeting at the Banksia Centre, 9:00pm. www.portsorellslsc.org.au/
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