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Winter Celebrated
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C o m b i n e d w i t h T h e Ta s m a n G a z e t t e w e d i s t r i b u t e 8 , 0 0 0 c o p i e s t h r o u g h o u t t h e S o u t h E a s t a n d E a s t C o a s t o f Ta s m a n i a .
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A Whale of a Time MELINDA REED WHALES HAVE been a welcome and frequent sight in Frederick Henry Bay off the coast at Dodges Ferry this winter. At least seven whales were seen in the area on 15th June with more sightings in the following days. Between May and July, HUMPBACK WHALES migrate to breeding areas off the coasts of Queensland and Western Australia and then between September and November they return to their sub-antarctic feeding grounds. From June to September, SOUTHERN RIGHT WHALES migrate to the waters of southern mainland Australia and some give birth in Tasmanian waters. They return south between September and late October. Both Humpback Whales and Southern Right Whales are listed as endangered under Tasmania’s Threatened Species Protection Act 1995. If you see a whale in Tasmanian waters call the 24 hour Whale Hotline ‘0427 WHALES’ (0427 942 537).
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The ‘Rocky Point’ whale watching area on Spectacle Head at Dodges Ferry [photo: Elliot Hall].
Also report whale or dolphin strandings, injured whales, dolphins or A minimum distance of 100m is recommended for boards, seals, as well as strange or unusual marine mammals and turtles. kayaks and slow moving vessels with no wake, or 300m distance for jet-skis and other motorised ‘vessels under steam’. The Parks & Wildlife Service says it is important not to disturb whales or dolphins by approaching closely. Do not approach from the front or rear of the animal and always withdraw immediately if the whale shows any kind of “Whales and dolphins are particularly vulnerable to damage from disturbance. hull and propeller strikes on motorised vessels, and due to their size, accidental contact with kayaks or swimmers could potentially result PWS advise that keeping a safe distance is especially in serious outcomes.” important for Southern Right Whales, as they have only recently begun breeding again in Tasmanian waters Engine and hull noises and water disturbance may alarm and following their near extinction from whaling activities. disorientate them too.
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Mayor’s Report .................................. 2 Okines Winter Celebration ............. 4 Vale: Tom Purdon ............................... 5 Community Diary ............................... 6 Sorell Council News ........................ 12 Sorell Lions Club ............................... 12 Classifieds .......................................... 18 Councils Share Services ................... 20 Black Spot Funding ........................ 20
BUSINESS, EDUCATION, FINANCE, TECHNOLOGY
Solution for Pollution ......................... 3 Dunalley School Swim Week & Cross Country ................................. 8 Torenius Timber Business Feature ....................................... 10&11 Trades & Services Guide ...... 16&17 Councils Share Services ................... 20
Mayor’s Report AT OUR June meeting Council approved the municipal budget for the 2017/18 financial year. The budget has been developed in line with Council’s updated long term financial and asset management plans through to 2036. Council’s rate revenue is calculated by applying the latest property valuation data to the existing rates structure. For 2017/18 our cents in the dollar general rate charge and the fixed charge remain the same, while an overall increase in property valuations brings general rate revenue up to $10.5 million.
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On the expenditure side, Council owned assets now have an annual depreciation cost of $5.2 million – about a third of our total budget – another $4.8 million will be spent on the maintenance of roads, footpaths, halls, parks and waste management, $5.7 million on employee expenses and the remaining $1.3 million on other operating expenses including insurance, audit fees, community grants etc. The Tasmanian Audit Office audits Council each year, measuring our operations against Australian
ARTS, INTEREST, HISTORY, ENVIRONMENT, TRAVEL
Whale Watching ............................... 1 Solution for Pollution ........................ 3 Carlton Surf Club to install Solar Electricity ............................................ 3 Okines Winter Celebration ............. 4 Plastic Problem ................................. 12 Artists in Residence .......................... 13 Permaculture News ........................... 14 GardenWRAP .................................... 15 Sudoku ................................................ 18 Crosswords ........................................ 18 Cartoon ............................................. 18 Moon Phases ...................................... 18 Rainfall Stats ................................... 18
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Okines Winter Celebration ............. 4 Furball of Death Theatre Production13
SPORT, HEALTH
Carlton Surf Club to install Solar Electricity .................................. 3 Dunalley School Swim Week & Cross Country ................................. 8 Basketball ........................................ 19
KERRY VINCENT Mayor, Sorell Council
Accounting Standards, contemporary asset management practices and formal local government benchmarks. Every new item of capital expenditure – a new or upgraded road, footpath or storm water pipe for example – adds to the total value of our assets and also increases our asset maintenance and depreciation expenses that must be funded from our rates. As we gradually modernise Council operations and use independent auditable figures, it is highlighting the true costs we need to budget for over the long term to maintain, renew and replace the $314 million in public assets we manage. It’s a tremendous balancing act, especially when much of our $17 million annual budget is committed to maintaining and renewing our roads and other community assets, leaving only a relatively small amount at our discretion for community projects and meeting the growing expectations for new and upgraded assets. Government and other funding sources are crucial in supporting the work of local community organisations and in supplementing Council funds so that we can achieve significant projects like the replacement of the Carlton River Bridge and development of the Pembroke Park sporting complex. As well as managing what we have, Council is continuing to advocate for our community and liaise with state and federal governments for long term solutions including highway upgrades, improved traffic flow at Midway Point and the airport roundabout, upgrades to local schools, improved bus services and sporting facilities as well as farming, tourism, commercial and community infrastructure and services.
The new Carlton River Bridge is a great example of what we can achieve together. It’s terrific to see how the two lanes and realignment of road approaches have improved traffic conditions and made the intersection so much safer. We’re also doing work on road safety and blackspots such as the crossing at Okines Road at Dodges Ferry, traffic calming in Sorell and making our residential areas more liveable and safer for pedestrians of all ages. On the amalgamation front, the results of our community survey have been finalised, showing overwhelming support for some form of merger and with a fairly even spread of preference across the four options proposed. While other Councils are completing their public consultation, we have resolved to have all four models investigated in more detail by the Board of Local Government. In recent weeks several groups of Sorell School students have visited the Council to talk about local government and leadership. It was a pleasure to see some of our future leaders sitting around the Council table chatting with Council staff. The students had bright intelligent questions and were fascinated by the work we do. Thank you and congratulations to teacher Moya Sharpe for creating opportunities like these for Sorell School students to learn about local issues.
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Humpback Whale photographed off Dodges Ferry on 15 June 2017 [photo: Elliot Hall].
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Carlton Surf Club Receives Solar Energy Boost THE CARLTON Park Surf Life Saving Club is set to benefit from a $10,000 Federal Government grant for new solar electricity rooftop panels under the Solar Communities Program. Liberal Senator for Tasmania, Jonathon Duniam, said the program, which was one of the Coalition’s 2016 election commitments and provides $5 million to selected regions across Australia, will help lower electricity costs for community organisations.
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“The surf club is doing great work in redeveloping their club rooms and facilities. The solar panels will help reduce running costs and allow the club to reinvest those savings in further redevelopment and their very important work in protecting lives at the beach” said Senator Duniam. “This federal program is a great initiative for small community based groups like ours to invest in the future. Surf lifesavers using the power of the sun makes a whole lot of sense. This helps strengthen the clubs financial position as well as being environmentally conscious” said club president Craig Mackinnon.
Senator Duniam presents Carlton- Surf Club President, Craig MacKinnon with a cheque for $10,000 to provide solar panels on the clubs roof.
“The Solar Communities program provides funding for community groups in selected regions across Australia to install rooftop solar PV, solar hot water and solar-connected battery systems. It is a great initiative that will save these important community groups money and allow them to continue to serve our local community,” Senator Duniam concluded.
Solution for Pollution MICHAELA, RUBY AND SAMRYN, Grade 6, Dodges Ferry Primary School WE HAVE been watching the TV series called ‘War on Waste’ which has inspired us to take a stand and try to make our world a healthier and happier place. All our research started in March when our Grade 6 classes went on a camp to Maria Island. While we were there we learned about marine debris and marine animals. When we got back we decided to adopt the policy of ‘Nude Food’ – food without plastic wrappers – because we learned that even if we throw our plastic in the rubbish bin it still ends up in landfill.
We think plastic shouldn’t be made at all. Plastic bottles will never break down! Did you know that 1500 plastic bottle go to waste every single second? That’s disgraceful!
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At school we have all made posters and dioramas about our thoughts and what we have learned about pollution. After that, watching the ABC TV series called ‘War on Waste’ inspired us to write letters to major supermarkets about food waste and plastic bags. Did you know that 40% of bananas go to waste every day? Think about how many people would appreciate that food. Some people in our class have thought of really great ideas to fix the issue of plastic bags sold by major super markets. Some of those ideas are: using baskets or boxes instead of plastic bags; every time you go to a waterway pick up three or more of pieces of rubbish; keep re-usable bags in your car not plastic. If everyone in the Sorell community did this we would have less than half the amount of waste we normally have.
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Celebrating Winter at Okines MELINDA REED FOR THE 5th year running Okines Community Garden hosted a magical event to celebrate community in the depths of the Tasmanian winter. On Friday 16th June, under an almost cloudless starry sky, around 400 people from all walks of life gathered at the garden by the Okines Beach foreshore at Dodges Ferry.
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Garden Co-ordinator Claire Boost headed up the team who worked their magic to create a joyful community celebration with food and music, light and shadow. “The Lantern Parade was an incredible example of community collaboration and co-operation,” said Claire.
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Okines Community House and Garden were festooned with paper lanterns and fairy lights. People were welcomed to country by young Brody Paxton and serenaded by the Dodges Ferry Primary School Choir, then walked in procession with their lanterns and torches past a giant light-filled whale to an intricate shadow puppet display at Lagoon Park created by Southern Beaches Regional Arts.
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Continuing on to the beach, the ‘Seven Sisters’ dressed in white and an evocative fire and music installation both entertained and gave pause for thought.
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After returning along First Avenue a spiral of paper lanterns welcomed the paraders back into the Community Garden past a giant caterpillar, a fire and a glowing CITY MISSION OP SHOPS CARPARK PARTY drum woven tee-pee. We are celebrating the launch of our new logo with a party! Hot pumpkin soup with Join us on Saturday July 15th from 11am to crusty bread and warm conversation rounded 2pm at our new Sorell Store, 33 Gordon St. out the night. There will be a sausage
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“The exquisitely calm and clear winter night provided a perfect backdrop for the event, but it was the incredible energy, enthusiasm and passion for creativity and community shown by all the many helpers, contributors and volunteers which made this night a huge success and truly one to remember.” “More than once I heard someone call it our own ‘Light Dofo’,” Claire said. “So many happy faces, so many beautiful sentiments and loads of brainstorming ideas for next year.”
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Vale Tom Purdon, Founder of the Tasman Lions Club TOM PURDON was born in Hobart, the only child of boat builder (Reg Alan Purdon) and a butcher’s daughter (Leila Pepper).
advice from great farmers Ted Drysdale and Bill Hamilton and with long time influence from John Shobridge and Reg Chopping.
He was schooled at Albura Street Primary and St. Virgils College. At 15yrs old Priests told him he was to young and poor to go to University, so he did an apprenticeship as a sailmaker.
‘Woodmoor’ was on 120 acres but Tom dreamt of having a family farm, so in 1977 he and Bev purchased ‘Tongatbu’ on the side of Mt. Tonga, Port Arthur and moved the diary/stud farm from Ouse. It was hard to get going with not just milking for Bakers Milk, but also a raw milk license to sell direct to customers door to door. Leaving the lush pastures of Lawrenny Irrigation to the not so bountiful paddocks at Port Arthur, and the financial crash, these tough times didn’t hold Tom and Bev down, they built a good business dealing with all sorts of interesting locals and tourists.
He then headed to the Hydro Village at Bronte Park working as a transport driver, hauling supplies to Bronte from Hobart and Railton. A volunteer ambo driver, he delivered many a pregnant woman to Ouse Hospital, also the odd baby on the way. He meet wife Bev at Bronte Park when she came to care for children as a mothercraft nurse. Bev & Tom provided fresh produce to the Hydro single men’s kitchen camp, Bev snaring rabbits (300/day), Tom shooting roo at night and growing vegetables at Bev’s father’s farm at Elderslie.
Tom was also an involved member of the Tasman Branch of the Liberal Party, but his strength shone out when he founded the Tasman Lions Club with lifetime friend Jack Alan. Bev wasn’t immediately a fan of Tom’s new found passion but soon came around when they started attending Lions Conventions interstate and overseas. After Tom suffered a serious accident they closed the diary and pondered their future.
Their move to Tarraleah in the late 50’s brought new adventures, still a transport driver but in need of more money, he and a mate started splitting cord wood for Boyer Paper Mill and fence posts for local farmers, he also moonlighted as a Secretary/Bookkeeper for MBF, RACT and AMP Insurance giving help to people with low literal skills. With 11 yrs. of Hydro service looming, the Hydro officials looked badly on ‘moonlighters’ and asked Tom to leave their employment with no long service leave.
Tom went on the work at the Port Arthur Historic Site as a Ghost Tour Guide which fuelled his interest in history and research, he worked his shift plus covered for others doing day and night tours and had his first day off in ten years the day the Peninsula was rocked to its core. He turned up staying on site to help fellow workers through their ordeals. Tom dedicated 30 years to the Port Arthur Historic Site and retired at 79 years.
With help from sawmillers Ned and Cam Hall, Tom and Bev built the Tarraleah Service Station and Café, employing up to 9 people. The café was always full of tourists and travellers and single men of a night. Tom was always a community minded person involved with school projects, events, he was the swimming coach, Secretary of the Buffalo Lodge, sponsoring many events. They started the Tarraleah Go Kart Club, building the track along with other enthusiasts. Both Tom and Bev raced all over the state, becoming champions in their respective classes. At this time they became dealers and the service centre for Motors P/L. They hosted Elite TFL footballers, Miss Tasmania entrants, TVT6 owner and personalities but midst the razzamatazz Tom never let anyone go without generously donating. He also quietly assisted young men into better jobs and lives outside of the village. He encouraged his children to help others less fortunate in all aspects of life; he loved classical music, dancing, Vordaville plays, ballroom dancing, singing and great suppers. With the sealing of the roads, and completion of Hydro works, villagers moved on to Strathgordon. This gave Tom time to pursue another great passion, horse riding and cattle, managing a 200 head Hereford farm at 14 Mile Road, this fed his appetite to own his own property. So in the 1970’s Tom and Bev purchased ‘Woodmoor Diary’ at Ouse, an old run down soldiers settlers farm at the end of Lake Meadow Bank. Here he won a farming award for improving pasture and silage quality assisted by
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In retirement he shared his love of classical music volunteering his time day and night as a broadcaster on the community radio station Tasman FM, he used his connection with the TSO to bring performers to Port Arthur under his banner ‘Peninsula Performers’. Tom and Bev continued to travel and were still travelling around in their trusty mobile home, meeting old mates at caravan parks until December last year. We will all miss him in some way. That laughter, his jokes, his knowledge and all the razzamatazz. Maree. INSET - Tom Purdon spent 30 years as a tour guide at Port Arthur.
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Community Diary COLOUR CODE FINDER COMMUNITY INTEREST SPORT ENTERTAINMENT ENVIRONMENT CHRISTIAN SERVICES CHURCH OF CHRIST Tuesdays: Bible Study. Every Sunday: Sunday Praise and Service 10.30 am. Contact: Pastor Keith Marsh Ph. 6250 2196/0409096015. ANGLICAN Sunday 2nd: Holy Communion, 3pm at St. Albans, Koonya. Sunday 16th: Holy Communion, 10am at St. Albans, Koonya. Contact: Rev. Alison Shoobridge, 6250 2173 CATHOLIC Sunday 9th: Mass, 1pm at St. Albans, Koonya. Sunday 16th: Liturgy of the Word service, 1pm at St. Albans. Koonya. Contact: Fr. Terry Rush, 6260 2189 or Ann McGinniss 04 8833 6797. Sunday 30th: 5th Sunday Churches Together Service. Lunch in CWA room at Nubeena, 12.30pm. Please bring something to share for lunch. A short ecumenical service will follow lunch. All most welcome to attend these services. ANGLICAN PARISH OF SORELL RICHMOND & TASMAN – SERVICES COAL RIVER VALLEY Richmond 9am 2nd and 4th Sundays (M.P.2nd, H.C.4th) – Colebrook 3pm H.C. 3rd Sunday SORELL 10am Sunday Worship every week – 1st Thursday 11.30am H.C. lunch follows TASMAN Koonya 3pm H.C. 1st Sunday, 10am M.P. 3rd Sunday DUNALLEY 3pm H.C. 2nd Sunday, 3pm 4th Sunday Worship in Hall – All welcome to all services.
DUNALLEY TASMAN NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE OP SHOP behind Dunalley Neighbourhood House. Open 10am – 2pm (or when the signs are out), 7 days a week. Run by outstanding volunteers with the proceeds going back into community projects and activities.” MOVIES AT THE NECK The Eaglehawk Neck Hall Film Society screens films every month. SATURDAY 8 JULY at 7.00pm – Far from the Madding Crowd (M 119 minutes) – Remake of the classic Thomas Hardy novel about Bathsheba Everdene, a young headstrong Victorian woman who inherits a farm. Her relationships with three different suitors, and their consequences, form the heart of this beautifully enacted drama. Food available on Saturdays at 6.00pm before movie. For more info contact Dave on 6250 3949 EAGLEHAWK NECK HALL MARKET The Market is held on the second Saturday of the month. The Market this month is to be held on Saturday July 8th, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Come along for local art and craft, books, home baked goodies, and bric-a-brac. The Pirate’s Pantry serves teas, espresso coffee and delicious lunches. For stall bookings and information contact Sallie on 0458 726 425. LEARN AND PLAY BRIDGE AT THE NECK Learners and other bridge fans play every Friday 1.00pm – 3.30pm at the Eaglehawk Neck Community Hall. Contact Helen 6250 3172 for more information. EAGLEHAWK NECK HALL BOOKINGS For meetings, activities, parties, weddings - contact 0404 967 120 for bookings
COPPING CHRISTIAN CHURCH (APOSTOLIC) Arthur Highway, Copping Sunday service 10 am. Children’s service 11 am Fortnightly life groups in various locations. Contact Kerry Elaine 6253 5181 or Danny/Alex 6253 5206
EAGLEHAWK NECK COASTCARE GROUP The group holds working bees, usually on the second Monday each month from 10.00am to 12 noon. Contact Dave on 6250 3949 for more info.
RICHMOND COMMUNITY CHURCH Richmond Town Hall, Every Sunday at 10am.
EAGLEHAWK NECK HISTORY GROUP Meets 7pm on the 3rd Monday of the month at the Eaglehawk Neck Community Hall to gather, preserve and discuss any matters of local history. All welcome – we’d love to hear your stories, see your photos or answer your questions. Enquiries (Terry) 62503248
SALVATION ARMY CARLTON SUNDAY SERVICE 10:00am every week. Contact Margie Brown-Thomas 0410 160280 KEY TO LIFE CHURCH OF CHRIST (Sorell Performing Arts Centre, Sorell School) Weekly Sunday Service – 10am Contact Bev Turvey 0488 959 304 Anyone is most welcome to join in these services. APOSTOLIC COMMUNITY CARE Arthur Highway, Copping. FOOD OUTLET For those in need or with pension cards, CLOTHING OUTLET Open to general public w/ great prices!! Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00 - 4:00 Closed Public Holidays. Phone 6253 5502 BEACHSIDE QUILTERS Dodges Ferry. We meet every Tuesday in members’ homes from Sorell to Dodges Ferry. All welcome. Phone Lynne 0429421864. BICHENO GOLF CLUB Tuesdays: Ladies’ Day from 9am, Wednesday & Fridays: Chicken Run - all day Saturdays: Mens’ and Ladies’ Competition Day. Contact the club Wed/Thurs/Frid on 0363751208 VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME TO JOIN IN COAL RIVER VALLEY GARDEN CLUB INC Meets the fourth Monday of the month, from February to November at the Richmond Football Club Rooms, Victoria Street, Richmond at 7.30pm and includes guest speakers, trade table and supper. Phone 6260 2727 for further information. CLEAN UP SOUTHERN BEACHES More volunteers most welcome - meet at 9.30 am on the 4th Sunday of every month in front of the Dodges Ferry Café Bar and Tavern. For more information please contact Ian and Gail on 62658758 or email Lorraine on
[email protected] COLEBROOK MARKET 4th Sunday in each month, it is at the Colebrook Memorial Hall in main road Colebrook. We are a country market, having a large number of stall holders, and selling a huge range of goods, hours are 9am til 2pm. Contact number for the market is Kylie Irvine 0407484937. Or on facebook. Conservation Volunteers – Coal Mines Historic Site Want to help conserve the Coal Mines Historic Site? We will be undertaking weed eradication, fuel load reduction, visitor surveys, fauna surveys, track maintenance and other activities every Monday in conjunction with the Green Army team. Join us for the morning or afternoon or both. No experience necessary – All tools and equipment provided. If you are interested please contact John on 0429 334 481 If you are interested please contact John on 0429 334 481 or email
[email protected]. CWA HIGHCROFT Meet on First Wednesday of each Month at The Old School 1 Clarks Rd Stormlea, call Carey 62502992/0408145043, or Marion 62502284 for more info, or Follow us on Facebook Highcroft-Stormlea CWA. CWA NUBEENA BRANCH Visitors welcome K Sainsbury Secretary 62502514 CWA ORIELTON Be creative and meet new friends, every 4th Tuesday in the month 10.30-2pm, at the Orielton Hall, 3271 Tasman Highway just 8km from Sorell traffic lights. Contact Taryn on 62692646 or 0419 561 310 for more information. DODGES FERRY BADMINTON CLUB Meets every Wednesday at the Dodges Ferry Primary School Gym 7.30 – 9.30 pm. All ages and levels welcome. $6 adults. For more information phone Brian on 0438 520 744 DODGES FERRY HORSE RIDING CLUB INC. Monthly rallies - we meet every 1st Sunday of the month at Pembroke Park Equestrian Centre, Montagu Street, Sorell. Contact:
[email protected] or ph. 6265 7551. DODGES FERRY SENIOR CITIZENS INDOOR BOWLS - Have fun with fellow senior citizens every Thursday 12.45-4pm at the Dodges Ferry Recreational Community Centre next to the Dodges Ferry Primary School, Old Forcett Rd. For more information phone Jan Patmore on 6265 8208 DODGES FERRY SOUTHERN BEACHES LIONS CLUB meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6-30pm in the Lewisham Tavern. All welcome, for more info contact Rodney Haigh 0409 963 067 rodney_haigh@ bigpond.com.
HOBART EMBROIDERY GUILD Learn, stitch and share! Feel free to visit us at our weekly gatherings every Thursday at Lenah Valley. Lenah Valley Baptist Centre Pottery Road Lenah, Valley. Mornings 10am to 2.30pm and Evenings 7pm to 9.30 pm. Bring along a current project of your own if you wish. All welcome. You don’t have to be experienced, just interested! Call Heather on 62726122. MARION BAY COASTCARE undertakes activities on the second Sunday of every month. See our facebook page for activities and events. All welcome ring Andrew on 62535538. MIDWAY POINT OP-SHOP Open: Wed & Friday mornings from 9.30am. Lots of clothing, knic knacks and much more. Located behind the hall, Raynors Road, Midway Point. NUBEENA NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH INC. Are still active and meet every 2 months. Contact Lola Smith (Secretary). If you wish more information PH. 6250 2158 NUBEENA MARKET 3rd Saturday of the month at Tasman Community House 10am to 1pm. For stall Bookings phone Linda 62503572 or Lorraine 62502243 NUBEENA TENNIS CLUB Call for members, 1st 12months registration free. For more information contact John Watkins on 62502952 or Barbara on 62502128 OKINES COMMUNITY GARDEN Our wonderful community garden across from the Dodges Ferry School is thriving. Open Mondays 9-4pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays 1-3pm. Garden Tucker held on the first Monday of every month 11am-1pm (harvest, cook and eat from the garden). Keep an eye out on our website for other events such as Full Moon Weaving, Summer Soirees, workshops and working bees. Slow down, listen the rhythm of the earth, drink cuppas, gather with community, share skills, knowledge and laughter and connect! And if you want to work then go ahead! All welcome. Project Co-ordinators Gabe and Claire are also on site Mondays. Email: dig@ okinescommunityhouse.com.au or phone 62657016. OKINES FOOD CO-OP is looking for new members. Active members (greater discount) & Non-Active members are welcome. Buy bulk whole foods, local honey, olive oil, fresh breads & non-toxic cleaning products & more. Order weekly online (with electronic funds transfer) & collect or shop during open hours.... Tuesday 2-5pm, Sunday 9.30am - Noon (9.30- 2pm on Southern Beaches Market days). Annual membership is $20/$15conc. or $5 per quarter. We are situated in Okines Community Garden, next to Community House & opposite Dodges Ferry Primary School. For more information on our full range of products, view our website:www.okinescommunityhouse. com.au/foodco-op/products email: okines.food.coop@ gmail.com or follow us on facebook @Okines Food Co-op PENINSULA SINGERS We meet Tuesdays 4.30pm in the CWA Room Nubeena. New recruits most welcome Enquiries 62502514. PITTWATER ART GROUP Paintings in all mediums. Tuesdays (7 days - 2hrs 10 to 12 noon, 2 days - 3hrs 10am to 1pm), Supper Room, Sorell Memorial Hall, Cole St, Sorell. TERM 2: June 20th & 27th (2hrs), July 4th (3hrs), July 11th, 18th, 25th (2hrs), August 1st (3hrs) August 8th & 15th (2hrs). TERM 3: Sept. 19th (3hrs), Sept.26th, Oct. 3rd, 17th,24th & 31st(2hrs), Nov. 7th & 14th (2hrs). Enquiries: Gail Burnett 6265 8775, Cheryl Bolch – 0400 740 148 PITTWATER PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP Have a camera and love taking photos, then join in with the Pittwater Photography Group for occasional fun excursions. Contact Michelle on 0407 851 706. PRIMROSE SANDS COMMUNITY HALL EATING WITH FRIENDS The 3rd Sunday of each month. Bookings essential 3 days before. LINE DANCING Fridays between 10 am and noon. Cost is $4 only. It’s informal and light-hearted so you won’t be growled at if you put a foot wrong! The ladies are a funloving group. Just turn up. PLAY GROUP Tuesday 10 am until noon ($3) LADIES’ DAY Alternate Wednesdays – noon until 3 p.m. Come join our friendly group. Bring your sewing or knitting. Play Cards or scrabble, etc. $8 is all it costs for lunch and a chance to win a prize. Need more info
for inclusion call (03) 6250 3666 contact Maree Voss on 6265 5304 and Joy Randall on 6265 5226. COMMUNITY YOUTH GROUP Wednesday evenings 5pm - 7pm, 8 - 16 yrs old Ph. Greg Brimfield 6265 5869. RACT MOBILE SERVICE CENTRE to visit Sorell this month (July) to provide the community with free support and advice. RACT representatives will be on site in the Coles car park on Thursday 20 July between 10 am and 2pm to answer questions about general insurance, Roadside Assistance, child restraint safety and travel enquiries. The RACT Mobile Service Centre tours the state – taking RACT services and advice to communities that do not have an RACT branch nearby. RICHMOND VILLAGE SINGERS Love to sing? Then come along and join us! If interested, contact Margot Lampkin (our Musical Director) on 6244 5344 or Chris McNab on 0412 978 871. ROTARY CLUB OF SORELL Meets every Monday 6.30pm for 7pm at the Sorell RSL.We welcome anybody to come along and get involved in helping our community. Fellowship, meal, and guest speaker weekly. For any inquiries call president Mick on 0417361328 ROTARY CLUB OF TASMAN PENINSULA 2016/2017 President: Mr Barry Jennings (bgjennings@bigpond. com). The club meets on every second and fourth Monday of the month at the Fox & Hound Hotel from 6.30 pm for drinks then dinner from 7 till 8.30 pm. This is a small but active club. We welcome visitors and people interested in becoming part of a community minded social group that serves the Tasman Peninsula through a variety of projects involving the elderly and youth. The last couple of months has kept us busy with a very pleasant shared meeting with Sorell Rotary at the Dunalley Golf Club, a visit from the District Governor, a general dinner meeting, as well as a social gathering with partners. We are still involved with the Spring Board Projects in our community, ongoing work at the Nursing Home gardens, the Annual Community Calendar, and a Boat building project with the Tasman School. This year Barry Jennings has accepted our request to continue as the President of the club for the 2017-2018 club year. Marian Larner. RHYTHM & BEACHES Social singing group meet at 7-9pm on Tuesday evenings at the Okines House (opposite Dodges Ferry Primary School). Shared supper. $5.00 No Auditions. New Members Welcome. Contact: Diane Hansen on 0408 328 132. SALTWATER RIVER INDOOR BOWLS & SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB meets each Monday at the Saltwater River Hall 1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. No previous experience necessary, all equipment supplied. New Members very welcome, Male and Female. For information ‘phone Margaret on 62503153. SING AUSTRALIA SORELL This is singing for fun for everyone. NO AUDITIONS. The group meets each Wednesday night at 7pm in the Midway Point Hall, 31 Raynors Road, Midway Point. Contact Robyn 6265 2096. / 0419 576 127 or John 6269 2952. Everyone welcome. SOMMERS BAY QUILTERS meet at Murdunna on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month at 1.30pm. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Contact Margaret on (03) 62535609 for details. A free motion quilting service is also available. SORELL BOWLS CLUB Winter Social Bowls on Wednesday and Saturday from 12 noon. For information call 0427 033 801 SOCIAL INDOOR BOWLS Civic Centre Nubeena 10am Mondays $4. And A Plate For Afternoon Tea. All Welcome SORELL FRIENDSHIP GROUP Meets on the 3rd Friday of every 2nd month The Frazer Room, 45, Arthur St, Sorell, at 1.30pm. New members very welcome. For more info contact Merrilyn Jones - coordinator, 62651320. SORELL JUNIOR SOCCER CLUB Sorell Junior Soccer Club will field Under 6, 7 and 8 teams in the 2016 season. New players welcome. For further information, contact Gus Yearsley on 0432 620 253, or find us on Facebook SORELL & DISTRICTS GARDEN CLUB Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month from 1.30 to 3 pm at the South East Community Care, Cole St, Sorell. New members are welcome. SORELL HISTORICAL SOCIETY The committee meets 1.30pm 3rd Thursday each month at our History Room at Sorell Memorial Hall (inside main entrance, first door on right). New members and guests most welcome. Open other days by appointment. See sorellhistory.org or phone Graeme Evans 0418 462 591 or Peta Kelly 0437 588 848. SORELL ‘MEN’S BREAKFAST’ St Georges Church Hall Sorell 3rd Wednesday in every month, 7.30 am. Guest Speaker. All welcome. Enquiries (03) 6248 1878 SORELL MEN’S SHED We have a huge range of equipment available to all men in a harmonious environment. We have extensive welding equipment, lathes, steel working and all sorts of woodworking, plus a car hoist. The shed is currently undergoing renovations to our wood working area to make it more efficient. We are open Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fridays from 9.00am until 3.30pm. We are in Station Lane, Sorell and the shed phone number is 0478 051266 when open. John Rapley, Secretary 62486568 SORELL ON STAGE Amateur Theatre Group meets in Sorell. New members, actors and backstage crew always welcome. For further information phone 610 600 71 SORELL BOWLS CLUB Barefoot bowls and Happy Hour Fridays from 4.30 - 6.30 SORELL QUILTERS Meet at Sorell in Marie’s home 1st Tuesday of each month - enjoy the company of other quilters and learn from each other. Contact Marie on 0409 974 245 - I’d love to meet you! SOUTHERN BEACHES CLEAN UP GROUP Volunteers welcome. Meet at 8.30am on the 4th Sunday of every month in the car park in front of the Dodges Ferry Tavern Contact Lorraine by email:
[email protected] Or Ring Ian and Gail on 6265 8758 SOUTHERN BEACHES LAND/COASTCARE Meets 1st Friday each month, working bees 3rd Saturday each month. For info contact Glen 6265 8682 or Gwen 62659295
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SOUTHERN BEACHES HISTORICAL SOCIETY Meet on the last Monday of every month at 7.30 pm (except January) for information about the meetings or the history of the area please contact Judy Pearson on 62658085 or Moya Sharpe on 62657325. SORELL RED CROSS Friendship Group meets 3rd Friday of every 2nd month in Fraser Room 451 Arthur St, Sorell Looking for new members now! We have morning teas etc. for fundraisers and a few other things. Contact Merrilyn Jones, Co-ordinator on 62655130 for more details. SORELL TENNIS CLUB Social tennis, last Friday night of each month 6.30pm onwards, All welcome. Non-members $3. New members welcome (Membership deals currently available) Contact Steve Thomas 62692505 for details. SORELL YOUTH - A youth group for students in Grade 3-12. Wednesdays 3:30-5pm St George’s Anglican Church Hall (next to information centre),Gold Coin Donation. A ministry of the Anglican Parish of Sorell, Richmond and Tasman. Contact 6265 2445 Email:
[email protected]. SOUTH EAST COMMUNITY BAND your local youth and adult band. Brass, woodwind, percussion etc instruments welcome. Basic to advanced skill level. Rehearsal every second Monday from 6.30-8pm at Sorell Primary School music room. No cost. Watch our Facebook page for details – South East Community Band – or call 0428 110 725 for details or to book us for a gig. SPRING BAY COMMUNITY BOAT SHED The Shed is located at the old Marinova site on the Tasman Highway opposite Rostrevor. The members of the Community Boat Shed, which has been registered with the Tasmanian Mens Shed Association, meet every week, to work on boats, plan trips to other like-minded sheds, wooden boat festivals, etc and to share lunch. There are a number of boats in the collection; many are ‘sailable’ while others are waiting for a bit of TLC. On water activities, some in conjunction with other groups such as the Living Boat Trust, the Wooden Boat Guild and Women on Water, are a major part of the Shed’s function. The Shed is open Mondays and Wednesdays, drop in for a chat or a bite to eat at Lunch time (small donation). Other times as arranged with the Coordinators. http:// springbaycommunityboatshed.weebly.com/ TASMAN BUJINKAN KOBUDO at the Tasman District School Gym. When: Every Wednesdays - kids Class 3:30 -430pm / Adults 4:30 - 6 pm. More Info call Mark 0419301025 TASMAN DRAGONS CLUB Check us out on Facebook. Saturdays Fortnightly Dungeons & Dragons, Magic the gathering, fantasy set making, miniature painting Nubeena CWA: 11-4, $5 – lunch provided, ages 10 and up. Call Mark for more info: 0419301025. TASMAN COMMUNITY OP-SHOP & LIBRARY INC. The OP-SHOP will be closed for its Winter break from June 25th(last open day Saturday June 24th) and will re-open Friday August 11th at 10am. All monies from the proceeds of the Shop go back into the community to help fund programs such as sporting groups, children and family activities, parks, and recreation. This community contribution isn’t possible without the help of volunteers who give up their time to run and staff the Shop. However, due to a lack of volunteers the Shop is on the brink of closure – so come and see us before our Winder break about how you can get involved, we’d love to see you! Contact us on: 0487 168 942. Jeddah Barwick, Publicity Officer THE TASMAN PENINSULA COMMUNITY CENTRE at Taranna holds general meetings every three months (March, June, September, December) on the 2nd Tuesday of those months commencing at 4.00 pm. All residents are most welcome as we would appreciate your input as to how best to utilise the facilities. Residents views are most important. For further information please contact Peter Wilson on 0417 037 109. TASMAN MEN’S SHED Anyone interested in participating in the activities of the shed or becoming an office bearer is invited to be at the Shed in the car park of the Church of Christ, Nubeena. Tea and coffee will be available on the day. Open Mondays and Thursdays 10pm to 2pm in the grounds of the Nubeena Church of Christ. For more information, contact, Don 0429 859 305 or Tasman Health and Community Service 6250 9000 TASMAN PENINSULA HISTORICAL SOCIETY We next meet on Monday 12 June at 7.00pm in the Old Courthouse Premaydena. New members welcome. To obtain “TPAS Chronicle email
[email protected] Enquiries 62502514 THCS - TASMAN ADVISORY GROUP MEMBERS Sue Benner (chair):
[email protected] phone: 0412 310 660. Stan Bordeaux: stan.bordeaux@gmail. com. Anni McGinniss:
[email protected] phone 0488 336 797. Gail Jennings:
[email protected] phone - 62502153. Maria Stacey: maria.stacey@tasman. tas.gov.au phone 0409 502 004. Ruth Noye: 62502133. Elizabeth Darvell:
[email protected]. Lyn Foster:
[email protected]. TASMAN U3A PROGRAM We are now in recess for the winter, resuming 13 September for final semester. Details of program will be advertised in September issue. Further information available from Eileen Faux on 6253 6084 TRIABUNNA VILLAGE MARKET The Village holds a Community Market on the Third Sunday in each month from 10.00am to 1.00pm, come rain, hail or shine. There are always a range of stalls including second hand books, bric a brac, local craft, seasonal plants for sale, locally made jams & preserves and seasonal fresh fruit &vegetables. There is a Bunna burger & sausage sizzle BBQ, with cold drinks or coffee & tea available. The Barn is open and any current Art Exhibition is able to be viewed, with work for sale. All proceeds from these activities go to the daily operations of The Village. The Triabunna Village, 20 Melbourne St Triabunna (opposite the School) For details phone Jane & Tom 6257 7583 or email
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Dunalley Swim Week & Cross Country SARAH CARLESS DUNALLEY SCHOOL students are swim fit and water safe after completing their annual week of swimming lessons. Held at the Hobart Aquatic Centre, children from Years 3 – 6 endured an intensive program of two lessons a day. Most school swimming programs mandated by the Department of Education are run over two weeks, but due to the distance from the pool, Dunalley kids get to fast-track their schedule into one week.
Port Arthur Historic Site:
The Evolution of Tourism and its Impact on the Community Port Arthur closed as a penal settlement in 1877 and almost immediately became a tourism destination. In 2005 the Port Arthur Historic Site was added to the National Heritage List, and then the World Heritage list in 2010. Throughout its modern history, heritage and tourism have operated as a partnership at Port Arthur.
To include the younger grades in the excitement, the School Association pays for Prep – Year 2 students to do a Water Awareness program, which consists of one 45 minute lesson a day for the week. This program fosters more than just water awareness; it gives the younger children an opportunity to practice important life and social skills outside of the school gate. Being prepared with equipment, getting ready, taking turns, becoming familiar with a new routine are all practiced during this busy but fun week. The focus for the Year 3 – 6 program is water safety and survival. Children are ability-grouped and receive basic stroke correction and are taught the survival strokes and beginner-level rescue techniques. Opportunities to swim in clothing and wear a life jacket in the water are incredibly important for everyone, especially in our coastal location where many people spend time in or on the water. Swimming in the 5-meter deep dive pool was quite daunting for many students, but learning to tread water and manoeuvre themselves in deep water with a life jacket on is imperative for anyone stepping foot on a boat. Not sitting still for long, a large team of Dunalley students competed at the Interschool Cross Country Carnival held at Lindisfarne recently. All were proud to wear the Dunalley sports kit and represent their little school, competing against 19 other primary schools in Division B. The standout performance of the day goes to Ella Wood, who won her Year 4 race convincingly, leading from early on. A special mention goes to Year 3 student Loki Rodham, who showed great spirit and determination to finish his race. You may have spotted the earthmoving machinery once again gracing Dunalley School premises. This is the scheduled works on the school oval to level and returf the ground that was damaged last year. Students will be able to use the grassed area behind the Fire Station, which was originally part of the school, for their playtime.
There have been huge changes and growth in tourism at the Port Arthur Historic Site since the 1970s, and these have been experienced firsthand by many members of the community. We are launching a project to collect your stories about these times, and about your connections and impressions. The site and the community have grown together, and we want to hear what that has meant to you. What changes have you seen during that time? What impact (good and bad) have they had on you? What has the dual growth of heritage and tourism meant for the Tasman community? Your stories are valuable. Over the next 10 months through interviews, surveys and discussions, the PAHSMA Community Advisory Committee will be seeking your views and helping to record your stories. We’ll be talking to community groups, individuals of all ages, and past and present employees of the Site. In 2018, we’ll host events where you can hear what the community has said. Your recollections matter. The project is funded by an Australian Government Community Heritage and Icons grant. It is supported by the Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority, the Tasman Peninsula Historical Society and Port Arthur and Tasman Tourism Association. Further information will be available soon but if you are interested in finding out more or participating please contact Anne on 0437 995 923 or anne.courtney@ me.com
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Celebrates 50 Years in the Timber Industry
THE TORENIUS family came to Australia from Finland in 1960. Two years later they moved to the property at Forcett. For some years after the move to Forcett Leo Robert senior (dec) worked as a carpenter on the Royal Hobart Hospital construction.
Leo Robert built from scratch the permanent mill at Forcett. They started cutting green timber but by late 1969 the mill was producing air dried timber and as the demand for their timber increased they started employing local residents.
He had experience with milling methods of European pine but his experience with Tasmanian timbers was a learning curve. However Leo Robert decided to start his own timber business. He negotiated access to several private properties within the Sorell Municipality and set a spot mill on the sites. At that time Leo was joined by son Robert and sometime later Tarmo.
In 2003 the Torenius boys invested in the first solar assisted kiln in Tasmania for which they received a Forest Industry Award.
Around that period the Tasmanian Railway sought interest in cutting sleepers. Leo Robert and his boys continued to cut railway sleepers for approx. 3 years and delivered them to Rekuna, near Campania. They were paid $1.10 each sleeper. Not long after the 1967 bushfires
It has been a continual process upgrading the machinery to enable production of high end products e.g flooring, mouldings etc. and the mill utilises Tasmanian hardwood which is sourced under contract from Forestry Tasmania. The mill came under threat during the 2013 Dunalley bushfire. The fire which started in Inala Rd, Forcett came within 50 metres of timber racks. Through continued efforts for almost a week during and after the fire went through, the mill survived and currently employs 15 permanent staff, the majority being from the Sorell Municipality. In 2015 the mill closed down for the filming of the sawmill scenes from the TV series “The Kettering incident.” The series had success overseas winning awards. The most recent is Australia being two TV Week Logie Awards. It was an exciting experience for those working at the mill as many were “extras” in the series.
The Saw and a log from a private forest being milled.
The Saw made light work of slicing logs.
Some of the interesting projects the Forcett mill has provided timber for over the past few years include the Hobart Myer entrance, Devils Corner Restaurant, Aloft Restaurant, Hill St refit, Dunalley School, Mc Henry Distillery at Port Arthur, an award winning architectural house in Sandy Bay etc. Timber is also exported to Melbourne periodically from the mill. There is a possibility that the Torenius mill could soon be sending a consignment of timber to Sydney as a part of the refurbishment of the Opera House. Robert Torenius atop the old Albion truck.
“The Tasmanian Timber Industry has faced challenging times over the past decades and the survival of the sawn timber industry within the State will depend on the support of the public and Government.” said Robert Torenius. Torenius Timber Directors would like to thank the community and associated businesses for their support over the past 50 years.
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Torenius Timber
Leo Robert in the Forcett Mill with the first saw which he made himself.
CONGRATULATIONS TORENIUS TIMBER ON 50 YEARS OF SUPPORTING THE SORELL COMMUNITY
FROM THE TEAM AT
Celebrating 50 Years in the Timber Industry!
Left to Right: The Torenius team, Jarrod Berry; Matthew Torenius; Jeanette Skromanis; Glenn Skromanis; Scott Press; Chris Freeman; Lee Sokolski; Brendan Oates; Clint Williams; Robert Torenius; Tarmo Torenius
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Congratulations to the Torenius family on 50 years in the timber industry!
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Council adopted the Annual Plan for the 2017/2018 financial year. Council adopted the Rates and Charges Policy. Council adopted the 2017/2018 Rates and Charges. Council adopted the 2017/2018 Fees and Charges. Council received and noted the Sorell Council Audit Panel minutes from 28 February 2017 meeting. Council received and noted the Financial Report May 2017 yearto-date. Council received and noted the Risk Register and WHS Priority Plan. Council adopted the Customer Service Strategy, Customer Service Charter and Complaint Resolution Policy. Council approved $34,221.30 in funding for 29 groups in the 2017-2018 Community and Youth Grants Program.
COUNCIL WORKS DEVELOPMENTS Whilst the 2017/2018 scheduled program of Capital Works is being finalised, general maintenance of rural and urban roads, stormwater infrastructure and parks and reserves will continue to be carried out during July.
COUNCIL WORKS UPDATE Carlton River Bridge: Completion of all works by end of June 2017. Sealing works are complete together with safety rail on approaches and line marking. Thank you to all the road users for their patience during the construction time on site. Brinktop Road: Reconstruction works began in April where it was found that much of the road foundation was unsuitable to build the new road over. The unsuitable material was removed from site and a sub-grade improvement material was placed to build up the road levels. Final sealing should now occur in late June together with line marking and safety rail adjacent to the large pipe culvert. Penna Road: Reconstruction/ realignment works began in April to the north of Reynolds Road. New stormwater pits have been installed and new kerb placed on the inside of the road through to Barilla Court. The road seal will then be removed, the road pavement reshaped and re-sealed with asphalt. It is expected works will be completed in July. Fulham Road: Realignment works began in April near Quarry Hill to improve the poor corner. The Council appointed contractor will complete approximately 900m of road widening and finish with a new bitumen seal. Completion by end of July.
Dodges Ferry Skatepark Upgrade
Council is happy to announce that it was successful in obtaining a grant from the Tasmanian Community Fund for the upgrade of the Dodges Ferry Skate Park. Substantial local support has been evident via petitions to Council, letters of support and more recently a Facebook page. Weather permitting, works will commence early to mid-August with completion expected by early October.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH UPDATE Dog Registration Renewal Notices
Please note that dog registrations are now due. Please ensure you complete your registration ASAP as penalties apply for failure to register or re-register your dog. Registrations can be paid via BPay and BPoint as well as in person at the Council Offices.
Registration Renewal Notices
Please note: Registration renewal notices for Caravan Licenses, Food Registrations and Public Health Act Registrations will be sent out shortly.
Reduce Smoke from your Wood Heater
Be a good neighbour this winter and reduce wood smoke from your flue by following these tips: remove ash, open the air vent, make sure your flue is clean, use dry seasoned wood, ensure adequate air flow between logs and be careful not to overload your wood heater. Complaints regarding nuisance smoke from wood heaters or other domestic burners can be reported to Council.
Maintaining your Septic System
The effectiveness of your septic system will, in part, depend on how it is operated and maintained. Homeowners and occupiers are legally responsible for keeping septic systems in good working order. The following do’s and don’ts provide a guide on how to achieve the most from your system. DO • Have your septic tank desludged every 3-5 years to prevent buildup which may clog pipes and the absorption trenches. • Protect the septic tank and absorption trenches from vehicles and livestock. • Clean the outlet of the septic filter regularly. • Use biodegradable soaps and low phosphorus detergents and shampoos. DON’T • Don’t use powerful bleaches and chemical cleaners as these kill necessary bacteria in your septic. • Don’t allow fat, grease, food scraps and foreign materials such as nappies and sanitary napkins to enter the system as these will block your pipes and septic tank. • Don’t grow deep rooting trees or shrubs over effluent absorption trenches or pipes.
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION Community Hall AGM’s
Council’s community halls are having their Annual General Meetings in the coming months. These meetings are open to members of the public to attend. Details of each meeting are as follows: • Primrose Sands Hall – 6.30pm on 23 August at the hall. • Midway Point Hall – 10.00am on 15 August at the hall. • Dunalley Hall – 7.00pm on 21 August at the hall. • Copping Hall – 7.30pm on 22 August at the hall.
Flyway Island Park
Flyway Island Park in Midway Point is near completion offering a range of play equipment for all ages. The park is surrounded by beautiful designed gardens and footpaths that lead you to various play areas, including: swings sets, climbing nets, diggers, sand play equipment, a cobble stone area with a water pump and a flying fox. This is a great place to enjoy a picnic or gathering with newly constructed features such as public toilets, sheltered tables and seating and BBQ facilities.
Community Conversations
Council have two more Community Conversations scheduled for 2017. · Midway Point Yacht Club – 26 September at 6.00pm · Bream Creek Show Grounds – 14 November at 6.00pm
Green Waste Collection dates
Week 1 3 - 7 July Boomer Bay, Carlton, Carlton River, Bream Creek, Connellys Marsh, Copping, Dodges Ferry, Dunalley, Kellevie, Marion Bay, Primrose Sands. Week 2 10 - 14 July Forcett, Lewisham, Midway Point, Nugent, Orielton, Pawleena, Penna, Sorell, Wattle Hill. To book your green waste and hard waste collections the options are as follows: • go to our website www. sorell.tas.gov.au/services • ‘My Local Services App’. • Phone 6269 0000 and select option 3 Bookings must be made by MIDDAY FRIDAY THE WEEK PRIOR to your collection. Please place all waste on the nature strip the weekend prior to your scheduled collection week and ensure you abide by the size requirements – no more than 2 cubic metres (e.g. a small trailer load).
COUNCIL MEETING:
The next meeting of Sorell Council will be held on Tuesday 18 July 2017 beginning at 6.00pm in the Council Chambers at the Council Offices.
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Our Plastic Problem HAMISH, JANAE & SAMUEL Grade 6, Dodges Ferry Primary School
DID YOU know that 1500 plastic bottles find their way into the ocean every second? That is just waste at its worst! Our community needs to work together to stop this problem. It’s not just us, it’s the world.
Worldwide, 1500 plastic bottles find their way into the
In March this year 186 ocean each second [Image: Apple creative design]. tonnes of rubbish and hard waste went to landfill from the material bags Sorell Council area alone. And more • Sew unused clothes into material than 100 tonnes of plastics, glass, paper, shopping bags cardboard and cans was collected from • Bring your own reusable coffee cup our local area for recycling in Australia • Refuse plastic straws • Get crafty by reusing soft plastic to and overseas. make art Australian household rubbish is 11% • Reuse food scraps by making your own plastic, 40% of that plastic is plastic compost • Reuse food scraps to feed chickens bottles. • Get creative and come up with some Plastic that goes to landfill breaks down solutions yourself . into micro plastics which is causing a bigger world problem. Is this how we If you don’t know what to do with your household waste, call up your council want the world to be? and ask them what you can recycle and Here are some things that you can do to what you can’t. help and get involved: • Reuse plastic shopping bags or use These are just some of the ways we can all change this world-wide problem!
Sorell Lions Delivering Calendars
GRAEME EVANS THE NEW Sorell Lions Calendar for the 2017 - 18 year is now being delivered. New businesses this year include Cellarbrations Bottle Shop, Clarence Lifestyle Village, Enriched Fitness, Gilbert’s Coaches, Heaths Tyres, Latitude Remedial Massage, Sorell Barracks, Sorell Cricket Club, Sorell Fine Meats and the Sorell Tennis Club. The delivery of the Calendars by club members, has started in Sorell, followed by Midway Point, as well as bulk deliveries to Post Offices and larger shops in the other townships. The Sorell Lions Calendar helps small businesses and community groups advertise and also helps community members find businesses and community groups as well as helping everyone work out School Terms and Holidays, as well as those tricky Daylight Savings dates. All work to produce the Calendar has been done by club members.
And money is spent, only after being decided at a Lions Club meeting. At a recent meeting it was decided to make donations to various local, as well as Lions supported Health projects. If you would like to join Sorell Lions, or contact the club for any reason, please contact new President John Salmon on 0408 321 658, or Secretary Geoff Clow on 0408 281 176. Address mail to PO Box 66, Sorell, 7172, or the email is
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The emblem for 100 years of Lions is on the centre of the Calendar this year, to celebrate the beginnings of Lions as a service club, throughout the world, 100 years ago. There are now over 1. 4 million members and over 46,000 Lions Clubs. All money raised by Lions Clubs is kept in special Activities Accounts where no money is lost to administration, fees or costs. Lions accounts are audited every year.
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FURBALL of DEATH…….Sorell on Stage WHAT? You may be forgiven if you think this sounds like a gruesome show. Far from it! It’s a comedy drama, all about cats and dogs and if you like either or both pets you will see the tussle involved between the two as you sit and watch this very different production and you will certainly giggle. Phil Jennings who has written this play, was the author of the “Dog” skits in “Carry on Convicts”, one of the most successful shows Sorell on Stage has presented. His love for dogs has prompted him to write this funny, yet poignant piece about the relationship between the two species, albeit a little unusual. Chloe and Rufus are madly in love. They don’t care that Rufus is a dog and a senior detective in the City Park Police and Chloe is a cat whose mother, Samantha, is the leader of the notorious evil cat
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gang Claws R Us. But they think everyone else would, so they decide to run away together. Before they get the chance Samantha goes on heat and Chloe has to take over running the gang. She is determined to use this chance to bring cat and dog together and end years of conflict. Then the gang scientist discovers something that gives Chloe the chance to be the greatest evil cat ever. Don’t want to give anything away so come and see it. Shows will be at the Sorell Memorial Hall as always, tables will be set up so you can bring friends and nibbles. Show starts at 7.30 and the dates are from Thursday10th August – 12th August. Tickets will be available from Sorell news Agency from July but please ring 610 600 71 for seat bookings after purchasing your tickets. Don’t miss out! LEFT - Sorell On Stage cast of their upcoming show ‘Furball of Death’.
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Asked about her entry into the field, she said “I have always loved glass; I used to collect antique pieces, and then I heard about a course in glass blowing at Poatina in the north of Tassie, so I eagerly went.” Later she attended a further course on Glass Fusing and Slumping in Canberra. Glass Art pieces crafted by Margy Kirk.
Over a decade ago, she and her husband retired from mainland jobs (Margy was initially a geologist, and then a stockbroking analyst) to the shore of Wedge Bay, Nubeena, and it was from there, six years ago, that her interest in art glass blossomed. On her pleasure and delight in making the pieces, she said “For one, working with glass is technically challenging, which keeps the interest level high, and secondly there is the element of unpredictability, (you are never quite sure of the results until you take the piece out of the kiln) and thirdly, the ingredient of colour: they can be bright and strong, or transparent, or opaque, depending on which form of glass you choose. It ranges from fine powder, through grains, flakes, and little cubic lengths to sheets. You can paint a picture with the powders.” She has two electric kilns, and spoke of the necessity of them being computer controlled to ensure that the glass does not suffer from rapid or random changes of temperature; “Otherwise it will crack or shatter.”
As the specialised glass she uses is not made in Australia, she often has to import her materials from the USA, and she wryly spoke of the transport costs exceeding the purchase prices. As for the forms she creates, a fifth of them are flat art plaques, but the majority is table ware: bowls, platters and plates. She first showed her work at the IGA in Nubeena, (greatly encouraged by Rosa) and has exhibited under the name of Shards Art Glass at the Café/
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Winter growth has certainly slowed down as the days are short and the soil is cold. That does not suggest that there is nothing to do in the garden. There might not be lawn mowing or watering to do as often as during the summer months, but there are other tasks that are best done now. Moving perennial plants is best done now as plants are at their most dormant and moving them now gives them their best chance of success. The bigger the plant the harder it is to move for several reasons. Firstly, simply moving a big plant is hard work. Secondly, a big plant will have a large root system that will be disturbed and damaged during moving. Moving smaller plants is not only easier, but is much more successful. So if you would like to move a fruit tree, rose, camellia, azalea or native plant, now is the best time. Start by giving the plant a really good water so that the roots can soak up plenty of water reserve. Then with a sharp spade, cut around the plant at the drip line (marked by the outside leaves furthest from the trunk) to loosen the soil, and cut back any long roots. Keep digging around the tree, gently rocking it back and forth to find any roots holding the tree in the ground. Cut these roots rather than snap them by pulling the tree out of the ground. Prune at least a third off the tree (more if it is a larger plant) to balance the top growth with what would be lost from the roots. For some plants like fruit trees and roses it is a good idea to wash all of the soil from the roots. This makes the tree so much lighter to move and also allows a closer inspection of any damaged roots that can be trimmed with sharp secateurs. Then replant into the new position making sure that the plant is really well watered in. It is very important to make sure that there are no air pockets left in the new planting hole. To remove all air pockets and make sure the roots have good soil contact, run a hose into the hole, then firm the remaining soil. The tree will have a couple of cooler months to settle in to its new surroundings before spring comes which will bring on active plant growth.
Indoor Plants:
Indoor plants are great to have inside to freshen up the air and bring a little colour and life inside. There are so many great indoor plants that can be grown in our climate including palms, ferns, cacti, succulents and carnivorous plants. This time of year can be hard on indoor plants. Dust accumulates on plant leaves, especially if the house uses a wood heater. Often during winter, indoor plants get watered too much and show signs of rotting (especially more tropical, warmth-loving plants). Over-watered indoor plants start to go brown from the leaf tips and start dying back along the leaf, or sometimes rolling their leaves at the margins and just not looking happy. Never leave water in drip trays during winter. It is best to leave indoor plants to dry out between each watering (always try the finger test in the soil). If you notice signs of wilting after days of not watering then definitely give them a drink. So give you plants a little winter pep up by giving them as much sun as possible and
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Earthworms:
Earthworms are definitely a gardener’s friend. In fact they are a friend to the soil and much of the soil ecosystem. Garden earthworms are different to compost worms. Garden earthworms are found naturally occurring in our soil and can be large (up to 20cm locally) in comparison to compost worms. Earthworms live in the soil and prefer some clay in the soil. They do great things for the soil by recycling organic matter and nutrients and also creating tunnels. Worm tunnels in the soil are great for making passages that nutrients can be moved around and taken deeper into the soil. These tunnels also help reduce soil compaction and allow easy passage of water and air through the soil. Earthworms contribute greatly to the soil web of life. They cycle nutrients by digesting organic matter that has already been inoculated by bacteria and fungi. Thus worms help promote positive soil microbes for quality soil health (much the same as probiotics are promoted for our inner health). Adding organic matter and reducing pesticide use will help increase earthworm numbers and health in the soil. However, be careful with fresh animal manure that has come from animals that have recently been treated for internal parasitic worms as this treatment can be poisonous to earthworms.
Compost worms are a different group of worms. These worms are cultivated or bred for the rapid breakdown of compostable materials. These worms have exotic names like tiger worms, red devils and night crawlers. They do a fantastic job of breaking down organic matter, turning it into worm castings and worm tea, both fabulous by-products for growing plants. Both the castings and tea are rich in many plant growth and health promoting chemicals. These products are laced with beneficial bacteria that contribute positively to soil health (and in turn, plant health). There are a large number of ways that these composting worms can be cultured or farmed. There are plenty of commercial worm farms (or houses for worms) that can be purchased from any garden centre or hardware shop. However worm farms can be made at home for very little expense for a very large return (for example, ours is in a second hand bathtub). The main things to remember with worm farms is that there needs to be a place for the worms to live that is dark (worms do not like the sunshine), large enough not to get too hot or cold, and that also keeps them out of the wet worm tea (worm wee). Worms will drown if they are wet, desiccate and die if they are too dry and get eaten if they are exposed. It is a good idea to have a tap or drain to collect the worm tea that can be diluted (about 1 in 10) to use as a liquid fertilizer/tonic. A lid is great to keep out the rain, sun and predators. Composting worms can be fed almost anything organic, including paper, cardboard, straw, kitchen scraps, manure fallen leaves and much more. Worms do not really like scraps from the allium or onion/garlic family, nor do they like material from the citrus family like orange peels. It is also a good idea to keep meat out of worm farms to reduce rodents and also flies. There is very little maintenance involved with worm farms. Worms need to be fed, the amount and frequency will depend on the number of worms and the season, however, observation will soon let you know. Worm castings (compost) needs to be harvested periodically. We simply feed our worms on one side of the bathtub, which attracts the live worms to the food, then remove the castings from the other side in a couple of days. Worm tea must be drained off and applied to plants (indoor plants especially love worm tea). If the worm food and compost looks dry, either add wet kitchen scraps or a light sprinkle of water. If the worm food and compost looks wet and mushy add dry food like some fallen leaves, newspaper or straw. Once a worm farm gets going and the worms breed up, it can be split by taking a good handful of worms to start a new farm. If you don’t have chooks a worm farm is a great way to deal with kitchen scraps whilst improving soil health.
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As an Employer of Choice, we provide a professional and highly rewarding environment for our team of over 1,200. We pride ourselves on our industry leadership position as we strive for excellence across our four critical factors of success (4P’s) – Our People, Our Planet, Our Product and Our Performance. Based in our Eastern Zone at Nubeena, this role is responsible for the servicing and maintenance of our marine equipment to ensure safety, efficiency and minimal equipment failure in accordance with current industry guidelines, regulations and company procedures. To be successful in this role you must be a selfmotivated team player who has a passion for hands on work and a commitment to safety in line with our Zero Harm culture. You will have had experience as a mechanical trades person previously and be a trade qualified motor mechanic and/or auto electrician and/ or diesel fitter with a passion for working on the water. Coxswain NC2, or the ability to obtain desireable. If this sounds like you, or someone you know please call Alexandra Nuske, HR Officer, on 0439 651 118 for more information, or apply now at www.tassal.com.au
After an absence of 2 years Zumba has returned to the Tasman Peninsula with a smile and a giggle as the participants and new instructor Ange boogie their way through Salsas and Merengues to the beats of funky tunes like “Staying Alive”, “Tequila” and “Feelin’ Hot”. A variety of ladies (so far - men are more than welcome!) in their 30’s to 70’s, some with experience but most without are enjoying getting the blood pumping and meeting some new friends at the Koonya Hall. The class welcomes all ages, sexes and levels of fitness and experience and is a great way to keep fit whilst meeting new people and having fun. Classes run on Friday mornings at 9.30am and Monday afternoons at 3.30pm.
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Customer Service Officer • Permanent position located in Nubeena • 19 hrs per fortnight: with the possibility of additional hours • Be part of a community minded team Nubeena & Tasman Community Bank ® Branch has grown since opening in November 2014 and we are seeking a motivated community member to come on board to help us to continue to increase our significant contributions to our community.
Our Customer Service Officers truly listen to our customers and help them to find the right solution to achieve their financial goals. Part time position working Thursdays and every second Friday. • A customer service focus with a strong desire to find solutions that truly meet customer needs • Passion for our community and a willingness to be actively involved in local community activities that make a difference • Great communication skills, a clear understanding regarding confidentiality and the ability to develop long term relationships with our customers In return you will be given the support you need to learn the role and the opportunity to develop skills that will be of benefit for the rest of your career. You’ll become a key part of a small team who all love our community and believe in the difference that having a bank in the community can make.
So if you think you’ve got what it takes to be part of the Bendigo team, we want to hear from you! Visit careers.bendigobank.com.au and search for job 914353 to apply. Applications close Monday 10 July 2017. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178. AFSL 237879. (361517_v4) (22/06/2017)
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Tasman Basketball Hobart Chargers Clinic DAVE JUDGE
EARLY THIS month two players from the Hobart Chargers kindly spent the day at the Tasman Civic Centre to provide local youth
with a basketball clinic. Both the men’s and women’s teams played in Hobart the night before and both teams won their games against Geelong.
the younger and inexperienced ones. What a great day it was. With guidance and support from Mikaela and Mathiang all finished the day smiling with some new skills under their belts.
Mikaela Ruef (USA) and Mathiang Muo We would like to thank Hobart Chargers, Anthony Stewart for (Australian-Sudanese) worked with 30 organising this day and Nubeena Bakery for providing lunch for all participants from the Tasman Peninsula aged involved at mates’ rates! Without these people supporting us, events from 8 to 17 years old from 10am to 3pm. such as these would not be possible for our young people. During the day players were put through a range of drills and games. They were worked hard and all put in 100% effort. Some of the young people who participated had never been involved with basketball Professionally delivering high quality rammed before, and some had been playing for years. It earth walls throughout Tasmania. was great to see the older and more experienced players help and support
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Left to right: Jocelyn McRae, Mikaela Ruef, Melanie Shoobridge, Edie Little, Ruby Hull, Ben Saward, Lizzie Shoobridge, Mathiang Muo, Lochie Flack and Patrick Little.
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PH 0422412338 Telstra Hobart Chargers run Basketball Clinic at Dodges Ferry Primary School.
Over the past three months, the Chargers have been running basketball clinics at local primary schools in Southern Tasmania. The clinics aim to build basketball participation, skills and physical fitness for Tasmanian school aged children. Once the program is complete, more than 2000 students from 24 primary schools will have completed the skills and drills program. The clinics are being run by Chargers Head Coach Anthony Stewart, American Import and Local players. The feedback from students, schools and the community has been extremely positive, the clinics are in high demand. Dodges Ferry Primary Principal, Pieta Mckay shared “Basketball is huge in the Dodges Ferry community, our students were ecstatic to have the opportunity to take part in fun filled, action packed sessions lead by the Telstra Hobart Chargers. Telstra Hobart Chargers head coach Anthony Stuart, Mascot Rex and key players Mikaela Ruef, Chris Whitehead inspired and challenged students to work
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hard, have a go and shoot for the stars!!” The Chargers Ultimate Experience will also give students and their families the opportunity to be part of the excitement of at Telstra Hobart Chargers game night. Telstra will be providing 25 young Tasmanians and their families the chance to come to game night, walk the floor, meet the players and have grandstand seats to the action for every home game at the Derwent Entertainment Centre during 2017. School students will be chosen in school communities that might otherwise not have the opportunity to enjoy a full family experience at the basketball through participation in over 190 school based clinics the Chargers coaching and playing staff will conduct this year. Telstra Area General Manager, Michael Patterson said “Telstra is proud to support the development of grassroots basketball across regional Hobart. It’s just one way we work with local communities, getting kids to be active, meet inspiring players and play the sport they love.”
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STUDENTS OF Dodges Ferry Primary School have been given the opportunity to participate in a world class Basketball Clinic hosted by the Telstra Hobart Chargers on the 19th of June. More than one hundred students from grades four to six benefited from the skills and drills session run by Chargers Head Coach Anthony Stewart and an import players Chris Whitehead and Mikeala Ruef. A surprise ? appearance was made by Rex the Rhino, the Chargers mascot.
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Sharing Services Saves Councils $170,000 in Two Months EIGHT TASMANIAN councils achieved savings of $170,000 in March and April this year through the exchange of services and resources. The Local Government Shared Services saw more than 2250 hours of services exchanged for the two months covering a range of local government activities. Member councils include Brighton, Central Highlands, Glenorchy, Glamorgan Spring Bay, Huon Valley, Sorell, Southern Midlands and Tasman.
Northern Territory councils Litchfield, Palmerston, Wagait Shire, West Arnhem and Coomalie are also members of the organisation and the Derwent Valley, Flinders Island and West Coast Councils exchange services with the group. A total of 1023 hours of shared services were exchanged between the councils in April following 1237 hours in March. Services included general council management and administration, building surveying, engineering,
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asset management, finance, human resources, planning, building and plumbing permits, risk management and works services. Analysis of the shared services provided indicates that both the provider council and the client council achieve savings of approximately 50 percent through the exchange. This is a result of increased use of existing council staff, accessing services from within the member participants and using services provided by the local government industry rather than external consultants. On average, these services can be procured at significantly discounted rates.
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“Councils may have existing staff not fully occupied and/or assets with some down-time that can be used by other councils providing significant cost savings and efficiencies for both the employing council and the client. “Local Government Shared Services continues to deliver valuable savings and new efficiencies for the participating councils.” Mr Murfett said a member Council was currently investigating the implementation of a Cloud solution to further reduce information technology costs and to create a seamless platform to conduct work for any council from any location with a virtual office reducing the disadvantage of isolation. “The success of the Tasmanian initiative is recognised through the five Northern Territory Councils joining our organisation with some other interstate councils currently considering membership,” Mr Murfett said.
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The independent Chairman of Local Government Shared Services, Peter Murfett, said collectively the councils were saving in excess of $1 million annually and the value of sharing services went far beyond the ratepayers’ funds saved.
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TASMANIA ALLOCATED $1.47 million under the latest Black Spot Programme funding. On average, black spot projects reduce fatal and injury crashes by 30%
Senator Duniam said this critical investment in black spot projects will deliver safer roads in 12 local government areas throughout Tasmania.
The Turnbull-Joyce Government is changing lives and saving lives in Tasmania by upgrading more than a dozen roads with a crash history.
“With 55 injury crashes recorded at these 15 sites the much-needed projects will make real improvements to road safety at these local black spots,” Senator Duniam said.
Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Darren Chester together with Liberal Senator for Tasmania and Chair of the Tasmanian Black Spot Consultative Panel, Jonathon Duniam, announced $1.47 million for the state under the 2017-18 funding round of the Black Spot Programme.
The Australian Government would like to thank the panel, which reviews priorities for the Black Spot programme. The panel includes representatives from the Tasmania Police, Tasmanian Motorcycle Council, Bicycle Network Tasmania, the Royal Automobile Club of Tasmania, the Tasmanian Transport Association, the Local Government Association of Tasmania and the Department of State Growth.
“The Australian Government is building safer roads and the 15 ‘black spot’ roads will be substantially improved over the next year,” Mr Chester said. “I’m passionate about keeping people safe on our roads, and on average completed Black Spot road projects reduce fatalities and injuries by 30 per cent,” Mr Chester said.
Black Spot Funding has been allocated to Sorell Council for $42,000 to install a safety barrier, McGuinness Road to Homewood drive on Carlton River Road. Tasman Council received $36,575 to upgrade a safety barrier on Nubeena Road.
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