Wade's tips for second week of cricket finals

Wade Gleeson’s southern cricket finals tips

WELL after only getting one out of my five tips correct in last weekend's finals, I better get my act together for the second weekend.

FIRST GRADE: With New Norfolk I having the week off after finishing on top of the ladder, the second semi-final against the in-form Wellington is going to be a cracker. The Warriors gave the Red Caps a cricket lesson in Round 14 just two weeks back, but I’m going to tip New Norfolk to display that great form from the roster matches that got them to top spot on the ladder. Seb Wishart and Jason Rigby will make very good scores, while Josh Rowlands and Thomas Briscoe will clean up with the ball. New Norfolk by 19 runs or two wickets. New Norfolk I v Wellington at Tynwald Park, New Norfolk, 10.30am today (Saturday). 

SECOND GRADE: I’m tipping Gretna I to bounce back after their second semi-final loss to New Norfolk II last Saturday and defeat Derwent in today's Preliminary Final. In their last encounter in Round 14, Gretna took the chocolates and I’m tipping them to do this again. Glenn Blackwell and Craig Cunningham will put on plenty of runs. With the ball, partners in crime Aaron Maddox and Corey Ransley will bowl in tandem and clean up the visitors in two very tidy spells. Gretna by 45 runs or four wickets. Gretna I v Derwent at Gretna, 10.30am today (Saturday). 

FOURTH GRADE: After last Saturday’s slip up, I’m tipping Bothwell I to bounce back in today's Preliminary Final and defeat St Virgil’s convincingly. In the two matches they contested in the roster matches, Bothwell won on both occasions, once by three wickets and the other by just three runs. Father and son Joey and Josh Eyles will lead the Bucks with the bat, while Brock Nichols and Matthew Eyles will do the damage with the ball. Bothwell by 70 runs or six wickets. Bothwell I v St Virgil’s at Bothwell, 10.30am today (Saturday). 

WADE GLEESON

Community House shares in grant funding

THE Derwent Valley Community House has been awarded a share of the State Government's Community Support Levy Charitable Organisation Grants for the 2019-20 financial year.

Human Services minister Roger Jaensch today said the government was a strong supporter of charitable organisations and the vital role they played in supporting vulnerable Tasmanians and building stronger communities.

"The successful applicants for the 2019-20 Community Support Levy Charitable Organisation grants have now been notified," Mr Jaensch said. "The Community Support Levy is funded from a percentage of the gross profits from electronic gaming machines in hotels and clubs in Tasmania.

"This year’s small equipment and community projects grants focus on enhancing the wellbeing of vulnerable individuals, families and communities. Projects will improve the capacity of organisations to provide services, leisure activities and/or inclusion opportunities within their community.

Charitable organisations applied for wide variety of projects, all with a different purpose. The Derwent Valley Community House received $5500 for improvements to its training room. One of the largest grants went to Rural Alive and Well, who received $19,800 to deliver a support service for rural youth in Tasmania aged 13-18, who may be at higher risk of committing suicide.

"Large or small, all these projects will make a real difference in their communities. In total about $200,000 has been allocated to 23 organisations across Tasmania. I would encourage all charitable organisations to seek more information about these grants and to apply in future rounds if they believe they qualify or have a suitable project in mind," Mr Jaensch said.

The Derwent Valley Community House has received several previous allocations from this program, while other local recipients in previous rounds have included the Magra CWA, Magra Fire Brigade, Ellendale Hall, Glenora Online Access Centre and the Lachlan Community Hall.

More information about the Community Support Levy grants can be gained by emailing csgrants@communities.tas.gov.au or calling 1800 204224," Mr Jaensch said.

First week of the cricket finals reviewed

Nathan Rice made a valuable contribution in New Norfolk II's
second semi-final win last weekend.

Kookaburra Southern Cricket Association 

First Week of Finals
February 29-March 1 

SECOND GRADE: In a very good all-round effort, New Norfolk II playing at home booked itself a spot in the Second Grade grand final after accounting for Gretna I by five wickets in the second semi-final last Saturday. After winning the toss and batting, Gretna was bowled out for 137 off 42 overs. In reply, the Red Caps were travelling along nicely with openers Jake King 31 (35) and Rohan Heron 25 (47) putting on 57, but then New Norfolk lost 5/24. The ship needed steadying and they got this from young Nathan Rice who showed a cool head making a valuable 34 from 51 deliveries and Richard Graham with a more than a run a ball 22 (20). The pair put on 58 and got their team home. Rice was in great form hitting three 4s and two 6s as was Graham who found the boundary on four occasions. With the ball, Aaron Maddox gave his all for Gretna taking 4-44 from eight overs, while Trent Grant and Glenn Blackwell teamed up with a run out. Earlier with the bat for Gretna, which lost wickets regularly, Jackson Acklery at number six made a handy 38 with four 4s. First drop Craig Cunningham made 18 with two boundaries while opener Glenn Blackwell made 16 (16) two 4s. For the Red Cap bowlers, the wickets were shared around with Stewart Rice taking 3-36 (10). Nathan Rice - whose cricket is coming on in leaps and bounds - sent down five overs taking 2-14. Opener Bradley Chaplin was tight with 2-20 (7) as was Richard Graham taking 1-19 (6). Jamie Hill took 1-23 (5) and Josh Walsh 1-6 (2). Gretna will now play Derwent in the preliminary final at Gretna after Derwent 2/71 off 15.5 overs thrashed Richmond/Cambridge 10/68 off 32.3 overs at Geilston Bay.

FOURTH GRADE: After winning their past nine matches, Bothwell I went down to Hobart in the second semi-final at home by 21 runs. Bothwell won the toss and sent the visitors in and at one stage was cruising at 2-115, but then lost 8 for 47 to be all out for 162 off 47.5 overs. In reply, the Bucks were going well at 2-69, but then lost regular wickets and were bowled out for 141 from 46.3 overs. At number three, Josh Eyles top-scored with 37 from 42 deliveries, hitting four 4s and a 6. Cody Eyles made 17 from  22 (one 4) and Jamie Devine made 16 (21) two 4s. Earlier with the ball, Matthew Eyles with his finals experience bowled very well taking 4-32 from his 10 overs. Captain Cody Eyles sent down 6.5 overs taking 2-24. Opener Josh Eyles had a good day taking 2-41 (10) while Mark Pearce took 1-24 (9.2) and Brock Nichols 1-30 (10). Bothwell will now play St Virgil’s in the preliminary final at Bothwell on Saturday after St Virgil’s 5/263 off 50 overs d. Richmond/Cambridge 10/131 off 35.3 overs at St Virgil’s College Oval No.1.

FIFTH GRADE: Gretna at home went down to Claremont by 26 runs in the Fifth Grade first semi-final. Claremont won the toss and made 8/191 from its 50 overs and in reply Gretna was right on track at 2-110, but then the match was stopped after a Claremont player was hit with the ball and was taken by ambulance. When play resumed, Gretna lost wickets regularly and fell short at 10/165 from 45 overs. The century-maker from last week, Zac Crosswell, again top-scored with a fine 60 from 65 deliveries. Crosswell’s innings included nine 4s and one 6. Opener Jordan Hastie showed great patience with 29 (67) two 4s. Ross Langford made 17 (one 4) and Jake Campbell 14 (29) (one 4). With the ball for Gretna, young Bailey Wheeler continued his good form sending down 10 overs taking 3-38. Ross Langford also did well taking 2-19 from nine overs including three maidens. Josh Whitford took 2-42 (10) and Zac Crosswell 1-13 from five overs.

SEVENTH GRADE: Bothwell II had a day to forget in the first semi-final. Playing Campania and being one player short, the Bucks were sent into bat by the home team and were bowled out for the paltry total of just 20 from 11.4 overs. Nathan White top-scored with 7 while six batsmen failed to score. In reply, Campania finished 3/22 off 6.4 overs. Nathan White tried his all capturing all three batsmen finishing with 3-10 off 3.4 overs. The Bucks now bow out of the finals for the 2019/20 season.

WOMENS: Bothwell went down to Montagu Bay by 103 runs at Eady St Oval No.1 in the semi-final. The Sharks had first hit, making the big score of 5/219 from their 20 overs. In reply, Bothwell finished 9/116 from its 20 overs. Opener Leisa Pearce batted well and top-scored with 18 from just 15 deliveries (retired), including two 4s. Fellow opener Kristy Mayne made 11 (15). Next in Tara-lee Pearce made 11 from 15 (retired) as did Joanne Pursell. With the ball, Leisa Pearce did well taking 2-33 (4), Rachel Clark took 1-26 (4). Kristy Mayne got 1-36 off her four overs and Jemma Burke took 1-38 (4). A big well done to the team. In just their first season, to make the finals is a real credit to all involved. Just getting a side together to play is a fantastic achievement, but to make finals as well is a job done well.

WADE GLEESON

New Norfolk golf results

The New Norfolk golf course.

New Norfolk Golf Club

Saturday 29/2/20 Stableford
A Grade: J. Hastie 38, J. Kinloch 37, L. McKenzie 34.
B Grade: K. Horne 42, A. Watts 35, M. Smith 33.
C Grade: B. Crowley 39, S. Gray 38, D. Jenkins 37.
Nearest-the-pin: 6/15th I. Holthouse, 8/17th J. Kinloch, 11th G. Smith.
Superpin: I. Holthouse.

Thursday 27/2/20 Twilight Stableford
Division 1: J. Kinloch 19, B. Withers 18 c/b, J. Wessing 18, M. Tangata 17 c/b, D. Post 17.
Division 2: D. Lowry 21, L. Dittmann 18 c/b, N. Smith 18, M. Smith 17, J. Cox 16.
Division 3: D. Giles 20, A. Youd 19, P. Triffitt 18 c/b, B. Rice 18 c/b, D. Pursell 18.
Superpin: S. Ackerly.

Wednesday 26/2/20 Stableford
18 hole: L. Dittmann 37, M. Williams 36, K. Horne 34, P. Foster 33 c/b, D. Watts 33. Birdie draw: J. Rainbird.
9 hole: B. Heron 22, L. Dittmann 21, K. Horne 18 c/b, P. Foster 18, M. Williams 17 c/b. Birdie draw: B. Heron.
Eagle on 16th: L. Dittmann.

Anyone interested in joining the New Norfolk Golf Club as a playing member (there are clubs and buggies for hire), as a social member, or looking for a function venue, is welcome to contact the club for further information:
1 Howell Drive, New Norfolk, Tasmania. Phone: (03) 6261 2653
Email: newnorfolkgolfclub@bigpond.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NewNorfolkGolfClub/
The club is available for hire for weddings, private functions etc.  The venue cost is free for a function of more than 40.

In the clear over bird cull: council

THE Derwent Valley Council says it has been cleared of any wrongdoing in the case of the poisoning of birdlife at Tynwald Park, New Norfolk, at the end of June last year.

Without releasing the advice received, the council today said it had been informed that the Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment's investigation into the matter had been completed.

"Council has today been issued with a letter stating that neither DVC nor any of its employees were found to have breached any legislation," a council spokesman said. "However, council has been advised to ensure appropriate permits and authorities are in place when engaging contractors to take on any work on council’s behalf."

The council spokesman said the letter stated: “there was no supporting evidence that employees of the Derwent Valley Council were directly involved in any breaches of the above (Agricultural and Veterinary Chemical (Control of Use) Act 1995, Wildlife Regulations 2010) legislation and, as such Biosecurity Tasmania will not be proceeding with any charges against any individual employee or the Derwent Valley Council as a corporation”.

The council statement said the council would now address its own independent report into same matter at this month's council meeting.

The spokesman said it was understood that a contractor engaged by the council would be formally charged in relation to their actions. "Whilst this is a legal matter, council cannot comment any further," the spokesman said.

First look at the new police station

An artist's impression of the proposed new police station to be
built on the site of the existing New Norfolk Police Station.

THE design of the proposed new police station at New Norfolk is revealed in plans which have been lodged with the Derwent Valley Council by Heffernan Button Voss (HBV) Architects.

The State Government proposes to demolish the existing building at 10-12 Bathurst St and replace it with a $5 million new build.

Police operations last week transferred to a temporary station in the former ANZ Bank at 24 High St and Service Tasmania will relocate to the same premises next week.

The new building will feature separate entrances for the police station and Service Tasmania, both contained under one angled awning.

The current police station viewed from the same angle as
the proposed new station, top.

It will have just over 1000 square metres of floorspace, with customer parking in front of the building and staff parking in a basement carpark underneath. The plans also appear to show a ground-floor garage where the present cell block and exercise yards stand at the southern end of the building.

Frazer Read of All Urban Planning describes the building as being of a simple design, using red brick cladding as a contextual reference to buildings of the region including the existing 1967-built police station. "The modern contemporary form is intended to convey a renewed place of policing in the community," Read said in a letter accompanying the development application.

In a separate letter, Rohan Pace of HBV Architects says the firm was commissioned by the Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Services early last year to provide architectural services for the design of a new police station.

"Early investigations into repurposing the existing station confirmed a satisfactory balance between openness, community focus and contemporary requirements could not be achieved [and] a new building was required," Pace said.

The view of the proposed new police station looking down
High St.

"The design of [a] new building gave HBV Architects the opportunity to instill the core focus of community and openness to the public face of the building. This is achieved by creating a double-height glazed forecourt that provides a clearly distinguished public entry and forms a welcoming transparent conclusion to the axis of High St," Pace said.

"The site also has an important relationship to the adjacent St Matthew's Church, and in respect of views from Arthur Square and the Bathurst St streetscape, the forecourt folds down [to] create a low edge of the building that remains subservient to the adjacent St Matthew's Church.

"The frontage landscaping component acts as an extension to Arthur Square with grassed areas, planted garden beds and bench seating. Inside and outside are also connected by a landscaped courtyard that is the focus of the police station foyer, and the retained existing sycamore tree [will be] framed by a large window into the Service Tasmania shopfront. The operational areas of the building are accessed from the southern edge of the site, separating police operations from the public interface."

The Bathurst St frontage of the proposed new police station. Plans lodged with
the Derwent Valley Council indicate that the left-hand third of the building will
house a Service Tasmania shopfront and police offices, with "police operations"
in the middle third, and a seven-car garage in the right-hand third of the building.
Additional car-parking will be at the front and underneath.

Award nomination for junior sports champion

Josh Walsh

A NEW Norfolk man has been named as a semi-finalist in the community service and volunteering category of this year's Tasmanian Young Achiever Awards.

Josh Walsh, 26, was nominated for the award as a result of his decade-long contribution to junior sport in the Derwent Valley. He is a volunteer coach and team co-ordinator for the New Norfolk Cricket Club and has also coached junior football and played senior football with New Norfolk.

"Year after year, [he] comes straight from work at the local school, to run training several nights a week plus gives up weekends attending games," his nominator said, adding that Josh also gives generously to players who don't have any gear or struggle to get to games.

"Josh volunteers his time to attend training, games, co-ordinate teams, mentor young players and support families to be a part of the club," the nominator said. "Josh's dedication to involving kids in junior sport is the Derwent Valley is unrivaled.

"Josh has an incredible rapport with the kids, encouraging first-time players in the same way as talented naturals. He goes out of his way to make the sport as affordable as possible, and supports families to understand the rules and be engaged in their child's sport."

Winners of the Tasmanian Young Achiever Awards will be announced on May 22. The next round of judging on March 11 will determine the finalists in each category. The community service and volunteering category is sponsored by Heather and Christopher Chong.