New Norfolk survives close call with Huonville

HUONVILLE came close to ending New Norfolk's 27-game winning streak in this weekend's round of the Southern Football League, going into the half-time break with a three-goal lead. However a rousing half-time address by Eagles coach Anthony McConnon did the trick and New Norfolk rallied for a 28-point victory, 21.9 (135) to 16.11 (107). New Norfolk goal-scorers were B. Booth 5, R. Martin 4, N. Ross 4, R. Belcher 2, S. Collis 2, M. Smith 2, J. Murray 2 and M. Thompson.

Meanwhile the New Norfolk reserves scored their first win of the year, defeating Huonville by 76 points. Goal-scorers were: P. Jelkic 5, M. Bearman 4, L. Browning 2, C. Ransley 2, N. Benson 2, D. Triffett, A. Minchin and B. Shaw.

New Norfolk colts also continued on their winning way, beating Huonville by 57 points. Goal-scorers: S. Triffitt 3, B. Coppleman 2, J. Walsh 2, N. Coy 2, J. Young, J. Booker, M. Horne, D. Triffett, B. Lovell and J. Wallner.

TV stars recall Curringa visit

THE stars of the television program Discover Tasmania have today posted their fond recollections of a visit to Curringa Farm in the Upper Derwent Valley. The show is currently screening nationally on digital station 7TWO at 5pm on Sundays. Click on their names to read the comments of Jack Campbell and Ed Halmagyi (pictured). Congratulations to Curringa owners Tim and Jane Parsons on this excellent publicity both for their business and for our Valley. The farm is nestled mid-way between Hamilton and Ouse and has its own website here.

Classic cars

HERE'S an interesting find from the fbek.holden.com blog site - some excellent images of a car show held in conjunction with last year's Derwent Valley Autumn Festival. Click here to see some more classic cars on the esplanade at New Norfolk.

Letter to the editor: Willow Court

The following comment was submitted today in response to an old article about Willow Court. It deserves repeating here & it's a shame the writer did not leave their name as the points listed here are well made.

WHY does someone not do something like make New Norfolk the centre for antiques and collectables in Tasmania? It is close to Hobart. There could be an auction in one of the [Willow Court] buildings a few times a year; a market set up in the grounds; and encouragement for more of these type of shops in the town. What a great town for this sort of thing with the Derwent River and a lot of old-English-style settings and houses. Even some of the old homesteads might be open to the public a few times a year.

Willow Court's new Friends

FIFTEEN people have been appointed to the Friends of Willow Court Special Committee established by the Derwent Valley Council. Appointed for a 12-month term were:

1. Mr Wayne Shoobridge
2. Mr Jorrin Newton
3. Mr Mark Bennett
4. Mrs Anne Salt
5. Mr Graham McLean
6. Mrs Denise Rushworth
7. Mr Nick Jarvis
8. Mr Simon Rolfe
9. Mr Aiden Sullivan
10. Mr Glenn Hevey
11. Mr Colin Jones
12. Mr Thomas-Liam Ryan
13. Mr Richard Lang
14. Mr John Boutchard
15. Cr Barry Lathey (council representative)

New Norfolk defeats Claremont

ROUND five of the Southern Football League saw New Norfolk score a 128-point victory over Claremont at Boyer Oval on Saturday, 203 points to 75. Scoring goals for the Eagles were M. Smith 9,  R. Martin 6, R. Belcher 4, N. Ross 4, B. Carver 3, P. Ross 2, Z. Clayton 2, J. Murray and L. Horne.

Thirteen points separated winner from loser in the reserves match, with Claremont the victor. New Norfolk goal-scorers were N. Clayton 4, L. Browning 3, M. Bearman 2, N. Benson 2, M. Horne and P. McGowan.

New Norfolk colts defeated Claremont by forfeit.

Targa triumph despite poor turnout

DESPITE poor publicity, no official welcome and some indifferent weather, Targa Tasmania today made a welcome return to New Norfolk. Thanks to some urgent promotion on local community radio station Tyga FM, there were at least a few onlookers and hopes of more to come next year.