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News
September 1 2010
Top chef visits
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Celebrity chef Guy Grossi visited Benalla Goulburn Ovens TAFE last week to share his culinary secrets with cookery apprentices and whip up a ...
September 1 2010
Wettest winter
Lake Eildon received 120 per cent of average inflows for the month thanks to the best August rainfall since 2005 and there’s more on the way ...
September 1 2010
It's simple to be a winner
The first of the weekly winners in the Ensign - Weekend News special gift draw were drawn on Monday.
The winners, Bill Seaman and Brad Tonkin ...
September 1 2010
Group rises to the challenge
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The future of Benalla and district will be in very safe hands if Tomorrow:Today Foundation’s Challenge Grant Appeal proves a success.
...
September 1 2010
POLICE BEAT
Warrant executed
A warrant executed on a 24-year-old Benalla woman on August 20 resulted in her being charged with handling and receiving stolen ...
September 1 2010
Council response
What type of community consultation was carried out regarding the Commercial Hotel development and when?
Benalla Rural City chief executive ...
September 1 2010
Residents concerned
A number of locals have voiced concerns to the Ensign over what they believe is a lack of community consultation regarding the Commercial Hotel ...
September 1 2010
Artistic talent at centre stage
Mansfield artist Carl Harris has taken out second place at the annual art exhibition State Trustees connected10, which showcases the artworks of ...
September 1 2010
Rallying against ruin
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A meeting in October has been called to discuss the future of the former primary school building and site.
Tatong and District Lighthouse ...
September 1 2010
WINNERS
The two lucky winners of the SES colouring competition are Blake Brown of Benalla and Naomi Knight of Benalla.
Congratulations, we received a ...
September 1 2010
Steaming up on stage
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Known worldwide as ‘Queen Bea’ from the iconic Australian television series Prisoner, Val Lehman is back treading the boards and is on ...
September 1 2010
Great minds
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A team of FCJ students were recently challenged in La Trobe University’s Tournament of Minds.
The tournament is a problem-solving program ...
September 1 2010
Together again
Following the success of the school centenary, a reunion will be held on Saturday October 16 for students who commenced at Shepparton High School ...
September 1 2010
DISTRICT DIARY
Wednesday, September 1: Benalla ballroom dancers weekly dance at the Senior Citizens Centre in Fawckner Dve. Dancing from 7.30 pm - 10.30 pm. ...
September 1 2010
BPACC
Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz star in the actioncomedy Knight and Day.
During their glamorous and sometimes deadly adventure, nothing and no-one - ...
September 1 2010
DUTY PHARMACY
The duty pharmacy this weekend is Amcal Benalla which is open Saturday from 6 pm-6.30 pm, Sunday, 10 amnoon, then 6 pm-6.30 pm. Phone: 5762 7575.
September 1 2010
Mural marvel
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Benalla’s iconic ceramic mural is a step closer to being completed with Melbourne artist Ann Ferguson bringing her vision of a modern ...
September 1 2010
Pick up funds to aid ageing population
State Member for Benalla Bill Sykes has announced grants of up to $10 000 to help care for the aged in rural communities.
"Many of the small ...
September 1 2010
Keep the home fires burning - but firewood permits are required
With the cold, wet winter continuing, the Department of Sustainability and Environment reminds people permits are required to collect firewood ...
September 1 2010
SWANPOOL CINEMA
Swanpool Cinema reopens this weekend after its winter break, with a double feature.
Screening first on Friday and Saturday at 7.30 pm and Sunday ...
September 1 2010
Show going strong
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The Benalla Showgrounds was the venue for the 24th annual general meeting of the Strong Wool Breeders Association on Sunday, August 22.
John ...
September 1 2010
Telling unique tales
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Benalla Ensign editor Angela Townsend is used to writing stories on a daily basis.
But when it comes to telling tales, Tell Me A Story is her ...
September 1 2010
New chef makes herself at home
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Tatong Tavern’s new chef Claire Southam adores the region, comparing it to her home country of England.
Claire started work at the tavern ...
September 1 2010
Sarah snips in style
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If you’re in the mood for real country service and a relaxing atmosphere while getting your hair done, head to Sarah’s Salon at ...
September 1 2010
Cafe in full bloom
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Keen gardeners can once again enjoy a cappuccino with their camellias and canna lilies at the Shady Elm Cafe.
The welcoming cafe at the Green and ...
September 1 2010
Take a walk down Bridge St in 1910
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Step back in time to 1910. You take your basket and walk down a muddy street in the throes of winter, after heavy rains.
You cross the ...
September 1 2010
The history of Bridge Street
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The first bridge was built across the narrowest section of the Broken River as early as 1847, close to the current bridge.
In 1850, the township ...
September 1 2010
Millers still going strong
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Millers corner has seen at least three buildings on its site at the corner of Bridge and Carrier streets.
It all began in 1891 when Alexander ...
September 1 2010
Arnott's a family tradition
Benalla’s Arnott’s Motors is the world’s longest-established GMHolden dealership, with the business remaining in family hands ...
September 1 2010
Chequered history
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Georgina’s Restaurant has a long and chequered history, with Samuel McKee opening the Australian Hotel on the site in 1874.
The hotel ...
September 1 2010
Still not on time
State Member for Northern Victoria Damian Drum said regional Victoria’s woefully late passenger train services were being ignored by the ...
September 1 2010
Women join the fight against climate change
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A group of ‘can do’ women were invited to breakfast at Olivers Restaurant last Friday to raise awareness of what they can do in the ...
September 1 2010
RSPCA LIST
ADOPTION DOGS
Jack Russell terrier x, 4 years, female, tricolour.
Kelpie x pup, 10 weeks, female, tricolour.
Pointer x Staffy pup, 9 weeks, male, ...
September 1 2010
Students drum up support for music department
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FCJ College is set to hold its final performing arts night for the year.
The night will be held at the St Joseph’s hall from 8 pm on ...
September 1 2010
Locust plan `error'
State Member for Northern Victoria Region Damian Drum has warned Labor’s anti-locust campaign was not enough to deal with potentially "the ...
September 1 2010
Celebrate learning
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This week, September 1-7, is Adult Learners’ Week in Australia.
Adult Learners’ Week is part of an international festival of adult ...
September 1 2010
THUMBS UP/DOWN
Thumbs up to Benalla All Blacks seconds footy team. A depleted team displayed the gutsiest effort to overcome Glenrowan on the weekend.
Well done ...
September 1 2010
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Trees not a threat
Recent articles and letters in this newspaper have suggested that trees on the roadsides, particularly in Lima East, are a ...
September 1 2010
Club members catch up
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Members from 22 Probus Clubs throughout north-east Victoria met at the Benalla Bowls Club last Friday.
The meeting saw 200 members from Bright, ...
September 1 2010
NEW ARRIVAL
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September 1 2010
Fund run a winner
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Coles Benalla Store staff members really put their effort into support for the Cancer Council’s Daffodil Day last Friday, helping to raise ...
September 1 2010
GRADUATION
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September 1 2010
Size up rising waters to plan ahead
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The Benalla Flood Story: week two
Last week, Benalla State Emergency Service gave us a picture of how wet the surrounding catchments were and ...
September 1 2010
Keeping pets healthy
A recent report by Choice magazine has indicated that many pets may be getting vaccinated too often and unnecessarily by vets, often with grave ...
September 1 2010
Name Correction
A story in last week’s Ensign should have read the ‘Goorambat-Devenish Cricket Club’. The club is hoping to gather memorabilia ...
September 1 2010
Big thanks for a good season
From back page
A-DIVISION
Hawks 15.9 (99) d Cats 7.10 (52)
Goals, Hawks: T. Chapman 4, S. McCorkell 3, M. Cook 3, A. Audugin 2, W. Greenhalgh ...
September 1 2010
Keeping junior sport safe
Playing sport is a great way for children and young people to have fun, develop friendships, learn new skills, and stay healthy.
For young people ...
September 1 2010
INSIDE SPORT
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Netball39
Football38
Bowls37
Darts36
Golf36
Table tennis36
September 1 2010
Grand final fever hits junior footy
Finals football will take centre stage at the Benalla Showgrounds this Saturday when all three divisions of the Benalla and District Junior ...
September 1 2010
Sisters streak ahead to world barefoot glory
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New junior world champion Courtney McDonald and sister Ash had extraordinary performances while competing for Australia at the World Barefoot ...
September 1 2010
Preston awarded coach of the year
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Benalla’s Daniel Preston was awarded Ovens and King Football League’s Youth Coach of the Year at a recent function in Wangaratta.
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Real Estate
September 1 2010
Rare, low-maintenance find
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It is rare nowadays to find a low maintenance home anywhere in Benalla at below $200 000. So when a home does hit the market at just $179 000, it ...
September 1 2010
Affordable home on the market
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Nestled in Benalla west is one of the most affordable properties on the market.
The two-bedroom, renovated home is situated at 4 Harold St and ...
September 1 2010
IN SHORT
PRICE: $179,000
ADDRESS:3 Gillies St, Benalla
INTERNET ID: 428510
AGENT: David McKinnon, Elders
PHONE: 5762 3322
September 1 2010
IN SHORT
PRICE: $165,000
ADDRESS: 4 Harold St, Benalla
INTERNET ID: 106760210
AGENT: Robinson’s Real Estate
PHONE: 5762 2266
September 1 2010
IN SHORT
PRICE: $150,000
ADDRESS: 11 Nixon St, Benalla
INTERNET ID: 427967
AGENT: Anna Greenhalgh, Elders
PHONE: 5762 3322
September 1 2010
No rate increase
Real Estate Institute of Australia president David Airey has urged banks and other home loan lenders not to take advantage of the current ...
September 1 2010
Young people build industry
The early trend estimates for apprentice and trainee commencements indicate a levelling off in the number of trade apprentices and trainees ...
September 1 2010
The perfect position
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If the first three rules of real estate are position, position and position, this property ticks a lot of boxes.
Located at 11 Nixon St, ...
September 1 2010
Look before you leap
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Buying an established property generally means buying an older house, and maybe planning renovations and extensions.
Before you buy an ...
Sport
September 1 2010
GOLF
Golden Vale
Results from Sunday, August 29.
Another great turnout by the members of the Golden four-ball best-ball par event sponsored by Rob ...
September 1 2010
GOLF
Benalla Ladies Golf
There was no play on Thursday due to inclement weather.
Saturday, August 28 was stableford, 17 players.
Winner Jackie ...
September 1 2010
Wombats, Magpies win the big one
A marvellous grand final night finished this season of table tennis in Benalla.
In the A-grade grand final, Wombats’ Jim Tullberg and ...
September 1 2010
BADMINTON
The final round of the Benalla Badminton Association’s winter competition was played last week. The matches were fairly close, with the ...
September 1 2010
GV HOCKEY ASSOCIATION
UNDER-14
Euroa 5 d Benalla 3
Best, Euroa: Tom Foster, Angus Murray, Felix Arnold. Benalla: Amy Welsh, Maddy Cheetham, Dean Livinya. Goals, ...
September 1 2010
DARTS
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Benalla’s best headed to Ballarat for the State Reserve Challenge. And what a weekend it was!
Benalla has moved to the next round of ...
September 1 2010
RACQUETBALL
Thomas St ladies racquetball
Results of round six played on August 25.
Them d Me 4-2 (K. Freeman lt T. Grubissa 0-2, C. Heywood d C Stafford ...
September 1 2010
BOWLS
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Jackpot triples
On Wednesday, August 25, 36 bowlers from the Moyhu, Moira, Swanpool and Benalla clubs played one game of 12 ends of twobowl ...
September 1 2010
Bowl into new era
There can be no question that bowls is changing faster than its public perception.
Bowls prospered post World War II, when ex-servicemen and ...
September 1 2010
Seniors stumble but Panther reserves still a chance
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All Blacks travelled to Tarrawingee to take on Bonnie Doon in the cut-throat elimination final on Sunday.
Unfortunately, injuries had again taken ...
September 1 2010
No Saints hat-trick
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Seniors
Benalla senior footballers hosted Mansfield at the show grounds on Saturday with the Saints attempting to win three in a row and ...
September 1 2010
RESULTS
GVFL
Seniors
Mansfield0.3, 4.6, 9.9, 13.10 (88)
Benalla3.2, 5.4, 6.8, 12.9 (81)
Goals, Mansfield: B. Mahoney 7, S. Hart 2, S. Dick 1, D. ...
September 1 2010
Netball scoreboard
A-grade
United 64 d Shepparton 45. Best, United: Kali Guilmartin, K. Guilmartin, K. Hammer. Shepparton: E. Sartori, R. Sherlock, N. Everist.
...
September 1 2010
Saints in fine form
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Benalla Saints Netball
A-grade
The girls started off the game in intense fashion leading the first quarter by 10. Accurate shooting by Kellie ...
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