Welcome 2008
Welcome to 2008 and thanks for reading the SLF, I’m sure as you woke up on Jan 1 you felt a ripple of optimism as the New Year dawned. I am certainly bullish about the on coming year and for what its worth I have compiled some of my predictions.
Here they are:
This ones for my old mate “Jack” and I think I did predict it last year and it didn’t happen, but this year the Muddy and Avon will run.
The seasons will return to normal and all the planets will line up for the cropping guys, good prices, plenty of timely rain and big yields.
Land baron “Guru Norm” will be challenged for the wealthiest person in the district by Boofhead “Twiggy” Hendy after he wins a division 1 Tattslotto mega draw around mid year. (Ed - You better get a ticket Boof).
Chris “Entanglement” Webb’s bowls will improve dramatically this year so much so that he will take out a major title at Rup (Ed - I hope he’s still playing).
Big “Herbie” Duxson will score a magnificent century in the second half of the cricket season. (Ed – Come on Herbie….)
Someone – I don’t know who – will score a hole-in-one at the Royal this year. (Ed – Chopper make sure you take the cheque book to golf this year)
Funny man Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson will get gravel rash on one of his knees!!! (Ed – Something is happening)
Wimmera Celebrity Nigel “Winebar” Slee will get through his February wedding OK.
John “Be My” Guest will consider using the broomstick putter after a bout of the yips hits him in the second half of the golfing season.
Leigh “Blue Can” Foster will turn green after something big happens (something big and something good) in the Marnoo Pub around ram sale time. (Ed – Then we can call him Green Can)
Derek “The Mayor” Cameron will hand over the Mayoral duties to his brother “Larry” Cameron. (Ed – Good job Mayor)
Is that Boonie?
I am in Tassie at the moment and I was walking down the street of Hobart and I thought I spotted – from a distance - the great man “Boonie” himself (my eyes were a little blurry after some new years cheer), It turned out to be leading St Arnaud businessman Damian “The Major” Drum, I was robbed.
To much Grass
Take it from me you have to be very careful what you say to the media these days, I think a leading Wallaloo farmer might get a ribbing or two from his mates after he quoted he was “Embarrassed with feed” in a leading rural newspaper a week or two ago. This is in direct relation to another leading farmer who farms locally and over St Arnaud way when he quoted the he was “Embarrassed with grain” a year or two ago.
Quote, Unquote
Dan “Rabobank” Douglas was another native to grace the rural papers in the last couple of weeks.
Drinking Beer
I’m sure all you “Consumers” out there would agree that it’s been a tough Christmas and New Year period with the way the weekends have just come before the big events and I’m sure that even the handiest consumers will be looking forward to a couple of AFD’s come the turn of the New Year.
That’s all folks
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Sunday, December 23, 2007
Christmas is here
Christmas is here and once again along comes the rain. Another 20 to 30 mm went through the district in a rain event that coved SA, Vic, Tas, NSW and Qld. All areas received some very good falls and I even heard of some severe flood and wind damage. The Oxley area North West of Hay in NSW was hit bad with two iconic Woolsheds owned by famed former Liberal politician and AWI Chairman Ian McLachlan (Tupra Station) and his equally famous neighbour Bob McFarland (Oxley Station) were absolutely flattened by what had to be a tornado. One of the wool presses still hasn’t been found. I also heard at Boolagil (NSW) 300 metres of newly laid bitumen was picked up and tossed over 300 metres away all in one piece. Thank goodness we didn’t have that locally.
Clowning about
Innovative young agronomist Andrew “Clown” Newell is the guy who was reported (you heard it first, well maybe second….) in last weeks SLF who is branching out on his own in the agronomy world. He is setting up a new model in which he can service his clients by charging a set fee for every acre under crop. I’m told that he already has 23 starters and wants to cap it at 25. All the best to him as I hear he is getting some good support from the natives.
Keeping us all guessing
Famous native Stewart “Smacker” MacPherson who was seen in Ballarat over the weekend “loitering on the corner with evil intent” is keeping us all guessing with his new (so called) flame. When asked he said “No Comment” but what he did reveal to the SLF was that “I told you I would have one before Christmas”. Nothing like leaving it until the last minute. I will be keeping my ear to the ground on this one.
2008, what’s in store
I like looking forward and I will be wracking my brain over the Christmas/New Year period trying to come up with some predictions about 2008. For what its worth I will reveal my findings early in the New Year.
Sheep prices on the move
One thing I know will happen in 2008 and that’s that sheep will get expensive. I attended the Narromine (NSW) sale last week and several lines of young ewes broke the $100 barrier. All this will be music to many farmers’ ears.
What we remember 2007 for:
The year “Smacka” found a girlfriend
“Jack” telling the Dr that “you may as well take me straight to Grays Bridge”
“Herbie” arriving home from overseas several stone lighter
“Irons” Carter taking all the trophies home from the Royal
“Larry” Cameron emerging and providing plenty of “fodder” for this column
The year we received average rainfall in what will be looked back as a drought
The football and netball reunion
“Pest” Raggatt carting around a chook in his ute
“Be My” Guest going camping (of sorts)
“Guru Norm” retaining his spot as the richest farmer in the district
The year the Wallaloo creek ran (hasn’t done it for a while)
The unveiling of the Don Murphy “50 years at Landmark” scoreboard at the MCG
Farmer Healy converting to “No Till”
That’s about all from me and I will see you in 2008
Christmas is here and once again along comes the rain. Another 20 to 30 mm went through the district in a rain event that coved SA, Vic, Tas, NSW and Qld. All areas received some very good falls and I even heard of some severe flood and wind damage. The Oxley area North West of Hay in NSW was hit bad with two iconic Woolsheds owned by famed former Liberal politician and AWI Chairman Ian McLachlan (Tupra Station) and his equally famous neighbour Bob McFarland (Oxley Station) were absolutely flattened by what had to be a tornado. One of the wool presses still hasn’t been found. I also heard at Boolagil (NSW) 300 metres of newly laid bitumen was picked up and tossed over 300 metres away all in one piece. Thank goodness we didn’t have that locally.
Clowning about
Innovative young agronomist Andrew “Clown” Newell is the guy who was reported (you heard it first, well maybe second….) in last weeks SLF who is branching out on his own in the agronomy world. He is setting up a new model in which he can service his clients by charging a set fee for every acre under crop. I’m told that he already has 23 starters and wants to cap it at 25. All the best to him as I hear he is getting some good support from the natives.
Keeping us all guessing
Famous native Stewart “Smacker” MacPherson who was seen in Ballarat over the weekend “loitering on the corner with evil intent” is keeping us all guessing with his new (so called) flame. When asked he said “No Comment” but what he did reveal to the SLF was that “I told you I would have one before Christmas”. Nothing like leaving it until the last minute. I will be keeping my ear to the ground on this one.
2008, what’s in store
I like looking forward and I will be wracking my brain over the Christmas/New Year period trying to come up with some predictions about 2008. For what its worth I will reveal my findings early in the New Year.
Sheep prices on the move
One thing I know will happen in 2008 and that’s that sheep will get expensive. I attended the Narromine (NSW) sale last week and several lines of young ewes broke the $100 barrier. All this will be music to many farmers’ ears.
What we remember 2007 for:
The year “Smacka” found a girlfriend
“Jack” telling the Dr that “you may as well take me straight to Grays Bridge”
“Herbie” arriving home from overseas several stone lighter
“Irons” Carter taking all the trophies home from the Royal
“Larry” Cameron emerging and providing plenty of “fodder” for this column
The year we received average rainfall in what will be looked back as a drought
The football and netball reunion
“Pest” Raggatt carting around a chook in his ute
“Be My” Guest going camping (of sorts)
“Guru Norm” retaining his spot as the richest farmer in the district
The year the Wallaloo creek ran (hasn’t done it for a while)
The unveiling of the Don Murphy “50 years at Landmark” scoreboard at the MCG
Farmer Healy converting to “No Till”
That’s about all from me and I will see you in 2008
Sunday, December 16, 2007
Another week
Boy does time fly with Christmas only a week or so away, I can’t remember where the year has gone and what’s happened, it’s all a bit of a blur. I’m really look forward to 2008 and what it can bring us. I’m sure MORE RAIN or a better distribution of rain would be on the menu for many for 2008.
Farmer of the year
Chief no tiller Brian “Farmer” Healy is the barley king according to my district spies, they tell me he scooped the pool with a more than healthy barley average. And they also tell me he has Kabuli Chick Peas the size of golf balls.
Taught him all he knows
I picked up the Farm Weekly (WA equivalent to the Stock and Land) and spotted the cricket results at Carnamah. Former native Nicky “Burger” Healy is calving them up over there and on the day I looked he made 38 and was second top score. When I contacted his former junior coach John “Fruity” Nisbet his reply was “taught him all he knows”.
On the move
Rumours are rife that a leading district agronomist is on the move and is looking to start a new business out on his own. More about this when I get to the bottom of it.
In top form
I attended the Jimmy Duxson christening party last Saturday and what a big event it was, the patrons put in a big effort but non bigger than Rueben “Rostron” Cheeseman who had the gallery in stitches with his post harvest antics. He definitely took home the belt award which was stitched up at 4pm that afternoon and the funny thing is he was still at the event at 2am the next morning. A big effort.
Surrounded in secrecy
I am getting to the bottom of this one but the information is sketchy. I was wondering why local funnyman Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson drifted off early from the party on Saturday. I put my investigative journalist’s hat on and found out that Smacka has a lovely young lady that he is seeing on a regular basis. She is a city girl from Richmond in Melbourne and was visiting the farm for the first time last Saturday and I’m sure Smacka wanted it all to go well. I’m told that he met her at Derby day and its all been rosy since then. Watch this space for more information.
Another party
I also attended the 42nd birthday of Phil “Lucky” Reading on Saturday night at Elston. It was good to catch up with a few well credentialed natives non more than Ron “Kanya” Kinley. Kanya who manages the sheep property for Steven Weir is delighted with all of the summer rain which has seen his vast crop of lucerne “Take off”. He loves a party and a several VB”s and didn’t disappoint with his form on the evening.
Harvest over
Belinda “MIllsy” Reading was delighted with the premature end to harvest and is thinking that she is going to get husband “Lucky” to come along for some Christmas shopping. I’m sure he is super happy about that!!!!
Boofhead goes to jelly
I was talking to SLF favourite Norm “Money bags” Duxson on the weekend and he was giggling away whilst telling me a story about another SLF favourite Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy. I’m told that Boof was loading the auger on the back of a ute when a 6 foot Brown snake slivered between his legs. According to The Guru our old mate Boof was still shaking some days later.
Still funny despite the pain
SLF favourite John “Jack” Cameron put his hip out on the weekend and was in quite a bit of pain before Dr Norm Castle (who was at the school concert) delivered some pain relief. Whilst delivering the pain relief Jack mentioned “you may as well take me straight to Gray’s Bridge” in what was a small lighter moment at a time of huge concern for the family. We all hope that Jack gets better and as quickly as possible.
That’s all for this week
Boy does time fly with Christmas only a week or so away, I can’t remember where the year has gone and what’s happened, it’s all a bit of a blur. I’m really look forward to 2008 and what it can bring us. I’m sure MORE RAIN or a better distribution of rain would be on the menu for many for 2008.
Farmer of the year
Chief no tiller Brian “Farmer” Healy is the barley king according to my district spies, they tell me he scooped the pool with a more than healthy barley average. And they also tell me he has Kabuli Chick Peas the size of golf balls.
Taught him all he knows
I picked up the Farm Weekly (WA equivalent to the Stock and Land) and spotted the cricket results at Carnamah. Former native Nicky “Burger” Healy is calving them up over there and on the day I looked he made 38 and was second top score. When I contacted his former junior coach John “Fruity” Nisbet his reply was “taught him all he knows”.
On the move
Rumours are rife that a leading district agronomist is on the move and is looking to start a new business out on his own. More about this when I get to the bottom of it.
In top form
I attended the Jimmy Duxson christening party last Saturday and what a big event it was, the patrons put in a big effort but non bigger than Rueben “Rostron” Cheeseman who had the gallery in stitches with his post harvest antics. He definitely took home the belt award which was stitched up at 4pm that afternoon and the funny thing is he was still at the event at 2am the next morning. A big effort.
Surrounded in secrecy
I am getting to the bottom of this one but the information is sketchy. I was wondering why local funnyman Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson drifted off early from the party on Saturday. I put my investigative journalist’s hat on and found out that Smacka has a lovely young lady that he is seeing on a regular basis. She is a city girl from Richmond in Melbourne and was visiting the farm for the first time last Saturday and I’m sure Smacka wanted it all to go well. I’m told that he met her at Derby day and its all been rosy since then. Watch this space for more information.
Another party
I also attended the 42nd birthday of Phil “Lucky” Reading on Saturday night at Elston. It was good to catch up with a few well credentialed natives non more than Ron “Kanya” Kinley. Kanya who manages the sheep property for Steven Weir is delighted with all of the summer rain which has seen his vast crop of lucerne “Take off”. He loves a party and a several VB”s and didn’t disappoint with his form on the evening.
Harvest over
Belinda “MIllsy” Reading was delighted with the premature end to harvest and is thinking that she is going to get husband “Lucky” to come along for some Christmas shopping. I’m sure he is super happy about that!!!!
Boofhead goes to jelly
I was talking to SLF favourite Norm “Money bags” Duxson on the weekend and he was giggling away whilst telling me a story about another SLF favourite Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy. I’m told that Boof was loading the auger on the back of a ute when a 6 foot Brown snake slivered between his legs. According to The Guru our old mate Boof was still shaking some days later.
Still funny despite the pain
SLF favourite John “Jack” Cameron put his hip out on the weekend and was in quite a bit of pain before Dr Norm Castle (who was at the school concert) delivered some pain relief. Whilst delivering the pain relief Jack mentioned “you may as well take me straight to Gray’s Bridge” in what was a small lighter moment at a time of huge concern for the family. We all hope that Jack gets better and as quickly as possible.
That’s all for this week
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Another week
Welcome to another week of the SLF, I hearing some pretty good harvest results considering the season and if the amount of trucks I saw at Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy’s establishment is any indication then I’m sure that the natives won’t be complaining too much.
Great Day
I went along with my Yarrawonga mate Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson to the Tim Crowe benefit day at the Rich Avon sports centre. What a great day it was with a huge and generous crowd raising lots of money to help Tim who has been blinded by some rare disease. The 20/20 cricket game was a highlight along with the kids coaching clinic.
Northerners in the second last ball of the day
The Northerners just got over the line in the 20/20 game in what was a tight and entertaining game of cricket. Batting first the Southerners which consisted of players from Marnoo, Rup and Minyip set the pace with an innings of 179. The Marnoo reps included Captain Gary “Larry” Cameron, Ben “Glendemar” Duxson, Derek “De Mayor” Cameron and “Duxsy” Duxson. They all got a start with the bat and held there own with the ball but it was a Locky “Frog” Jones century that sealed the game for the Northerners.
Late night
I’m told the Tim Crowe benefit day went well into the night and even into the early hours of the morning. I know of a couple of natives that were seen still standing in the wee small hours and I was also told that a prominent employee at a prominent Marnoo business didn’t report in for work on Monday.
Marnoo in a thriller
The Marnoo lads had a thrilling victory against ANA-Boolite thanks mainly to a powerful knock by champion MCC batsmen Derek “The Mayor” Cameron who held his nerve for 90 top class runs and sealed the win in the last over of the day.
Boys will be boys
Marnoo team leader “Larry” Cameron who seems to be in the news quite regularly these days didn’t disappoint his fans when he attempted his handstand party trick in the corner shop late in the evening of Saturday night. Apparently it was a very popular trick in his Adelaide days. But time moves on a we don’t get any younger and things like hand stand whilst under the influence seem to get harder. Well that’s the way it turned out as Larry successfully nailed the floor routine but things went pair shaped when the stool routine was attempted, it all ended in a rather nasty scratch on the nose and forehead.
Partner in crime
Larry’s partner in crime last weekend was non other than Armand “Herbie” Duxson and both did a job on Robbie “Young Bobbie” McAllister. McAllister I’m told slept very well on Sunday.
Yabby day
I witnessed a prominent member of the Stawell community yabbying in a Wallaloo East dam and I know the owner of the property wouldn’t have been to happy to see poachers steeling his catch.
That’s all folks
Welcome to another week of the SLF, I hearing some pretty good harvest results considering the season and if the amount of trucks I saw at Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy’s establishment is any indication then I’m sure that the natives won’t be complaining too much.
Great Day
I went along with my Yarrawonga mate Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson to the Tim Crowe benefit day at the Rich Avon sports centre. What a great day it was with a huge and generous crowd raising lots of money to help Tim who has been blinded by some rare disease. The 20/20 cricket game was a highlight along with the kids coaching clinic.
Northerners in the second last ball of the day
The Northerners just got over the line in the 20/20 game in what was a tight and entertaining game of cricket. Batting first the Southerners which consisted of players from Marnoo, Rup and Minyip set the pace with an innings of 179. The Marnoo reps included Captain Gary “Larry” Cameron, Ben “Glendemar” Duxson, Derek “De Mayor” Cameron and “Duxsy” Duxson. They all got a start with the bat and held there own with the ball but it was a Locky “Frog” Jones century that sealed the game for the Northerners.
Late night
I’m told the Tim Crowe benefit day went well into the night and even into the early hours of the morning. I know of a couple of natives that were seen still standing in the wee small hours and I was also told that a prominent employee at a prominent Marnoo business didn’t report in for work on Monday.
Marnoo in a thriller
The Marnoo lads had a thrilling victory against ANA-Boolite thanks mainly to a powerful knock by champion MCC batsmen Derek “The Mayor” Cameron who held his nerve for 90 top class runs and sealed the win in the last over of the day.
Boys will be boys
Marnoo team leader “Larry” Cameron who seems to be in the news quite regularly these days didn’t disappoint his fans when he attempted his handstand party trick in the corner shop late in the evening of Saturday night. Apparently it was a very popular trick in his Adelaide days. But time moves on a we don’t get any younger and things like hand stand whilst under the influence seem to get harder. Well that’s the way it turned out as Larry successfully nailed the floor routine but things went pair shaped when the stool routine was attempted, it all ended in a rather nasty scratch on the nose and forehead.
Partner in crime
Larry’s partner in crime last weekend was non other than Armand “Herbie” Duxson and both did a job on Robbie “Young Bobbie” McAllister. McAllister I’m told slept very well on Sunday.
Yabby day
I witnessed a prominent member of the Stawell community yabbying in a Wallaloo East dam and I know the owner of the property wouldn’t have been to happy to see poachers steeling his catch.
That’s all folks
Sunday, December 2, 2007
No time
Welcome to another week of the SLF, I must apologise for last week, I was on the road and couldn’t find time to put pen to paper and deliver the goods. But back this week in full flight.
Clown visits the UK
We known part time agronomist Andrew “Clown” Newall is clowning his way around the UK. Last text read “In Dublin with brother in law sinking pints”. He also sent a text asking for the SLF blog site so this little column might reach the UK for what I’m thinking might be the first time.
When it rains it pours
Rain again fell last week in what can only be described as welcome but slightly untimely, initially it would be pestering harvesters but I’m sure that if it’s signalling the end of the drought then farmers will be saying bring it on but after Christmas please.
Jack top the totals
SLF favourite John “Jack” Cameron topped the rainfall totals with around 2 inches falling in a big storm last week, I’m tipping that Jack would have been watching from his favourite perch on the back veranda wishing that it would have come a couple of months earlier.
Labour back
Many a local will remember the high interest rates that the last labour government delivered and will be hoping that the Rudd government is different to the Hawke/Keating legacy. Our favourite political watcher Jack Cameron will have an opinion on the situation and I intend to find out next time I’m around.
Big day out
A big turnout is predicted for the Tim Crowe benefit day at Rich Avon this Sunday, organisers are encouraging all families to attend with the highlights being a cricket coaching clinic for the kids and a grudge 2020 game of which a few Marnoo celebrities will be taking part. Should be a great day and it’s going to a great cause.
Cricketers miss out
The cricketers missed out on the weekend after going into the game against Mallee opponent Beulah Hopetoun with quite a few out. Once again the standouts where Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Gary “Larry” Cameron.
A headache
I’m told that Larry Cameron had one to many champagnes at a ball in Great Western last Saturday night and woke up with a larger than usual headache.
That’s about all for this week
Welcome to another week of the SLF, I must apologise for last week, I was on the road and couldn’t find time to put pen to paper and deliver the goods. But back this week in full flight.
Clown visits the UK
We known part time agronomist Andrew “Clown” Newall is clowning his way around the UK. Last text read “In Dublin with brother in law sinking pints”. He also sent a text asking for the SLF blog site so this little column might reach the UK for what I’m thinking might be the first time.
When it rains it pours
Rain again fell last week in what can only be described as welcome but slightly untimely, initially it would be pestering harvesters but I’m sure that if it’s signalling the end of the drought then farmers will be saying bring it on but after Christmas please.
Jack top the totals
SLF favourite John “Jack” Cameron topped the rainfall totals with around 2 inches falling in a big storm last week, I’m tipping that Jack would have been watching from his favourite perch on the back veranda wishing that it would have come a couple of months earlier.
Labour back
Many a local will remember the high interest rates that the last labour government delivered and will be hoping that the Rudd government is different to the Hawke/Keating legacy. Our favourite political watcher Jack Cameron will have an opinion on the situation and I intend to find out next time I’m around.
Big day out
A big turnout is predicted for the Tim Crowe benefit day at Rich Avon this Sunday, organisers are encouraging all families to attend with the highlights being a cricket coaching clinic for the kids and a grudge 2020 game of which a few Marnoo celebrities will be taking part. Should be a great day and it’s going to a great cause.
Cricketers miss out
The cricketers missed out on the weekend after going into the game against Mallee opponent Beulah Hopetoun with quite a few out. Once again the standouts where Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Gary “Larry” Cameron.
A headache
I’m told that Larry Cameron had one to many champagnes at a ball in Great Western last Saturday night and woke up with a larger than usual headache.
That’s about all for this week
Sunday, November 18, 2007
Harvest in full swing
I hear harvest is in full swing throughout the district and I’m told that there are some decent yields around, especially in Barley. It’s a bit different up this way (Yarrawonga) where I would estimate that 90% of the crops have been cut and the other 10% of crops are in the bin. The farmers I know around this district are partaking in some early Christmas cheer.
Cricketers win at home
The MCC had another good victory this time at the famed MCG. Captain Gary “Larry” Cameron led the way with a cracking 48 and was ably supported by Chris “Black” Norton (40), Ben “Grazier” Duxson (30 odd) and Armand “Herbie” Duxson also chipped in for some valuable late runs. Of the bowlers Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson led the way with 3 wickets and was supported by youngster David “Bones” Lang.
Cricket Club flourishing
There are some good vibes coming out of the cricket club as chief innovator Larry Cameron has got the joint rocking. The after game BBQ’s are enjoyed by visiting teams and I’m told the after training BBQ at the corner shop is a real hit with patrons.
Sri Lanka no match for Fruity
Never one to be shy for a comment or two former MCC fast bowler John “Fruity” Nisbet was at it again when he was quoted as saying that he could bowl faster than any of the Sri Lankans. I remember when he first came to Marnoo he was genuinely quick and used to ring the fingers of former legendary MCC wicket keeper Ged “Father” Ryan.
They don’t call him Farmer for nothing
Leading Farmer and chief district no tiller Brian “Farmer” Healy is harvesting some heavy crops according to my district spies.
Who will you vote for?
This weekend Federal election will be an interesting event as almost all the experts are tipping a labour win. I say almost because knowledgeable Toorak resident Sandy “The Know All” McGregor has had some of his hard earned on the Coalition to win and for the Prime Minister to win his own electorate. I know the former Callawadda Primary School Dux likes a bet but he is certainly betting against the so called tide on this one.
No labour for Jack
Marnoo’s best known politician John “Jack” Cameron will certainly be hoping that McGregor gets the money, he only remembers to well the days of Hawke and Keating and let me tell you they aren’t fond memories. You only have to mention Paul Keating to get the former Rupanyup ruckman going!!!
That will do for this week and may your vote count.
I hear harvest is in full swing throughout the district and I’m told that there are some decent yields around, especially in Barley. It’s a bit different up this way (Yarrawonga) where I would estimate that 90% of the crops have been cut and the other 10% of crops are in the bin. The farmers I know around this district are partaking in some early Christmas cheer.
Cricketers win at home
The MCC had another good victory this time at the famed MCG. Captain Gary “Larry” Cameron led the way with a cracking 48 and was ably supported by Chris “Black” Norton (40), Ben “Grazier” Duxson (30 odd) and Armand “Herbie” Duxson also chipped in for some valuable late runs. Of the bowlers Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson led the way with 3 wickets and was supported by youngster David “Bones” Lang.
Cricket Club flourishing
There are some good vibes coming out of the cricket club as chief innovator Larry Cameron has got the joint rocking. The after game BBQ’s are enjoyed by visiting teams and I’m told the after training BBQ at the corner shop is a real hit with patrons.
Sri Lanka no match for Fruity
Never one to be shy for a comment or two former MCC fast bowler John “Fruity” Nisbet was at it again when he was quoted as saying that he could bowl faster than any of the Sri Lankans. I remember when he first came to Marnoo he was genuinely quick and used to ring the fingers of former legendary MCC wicket keeper Ged “Father” Ryan.
They don’t call him Farmer for nothing
Leading Farmer and chief district no tiller Brian “Farmer” Healy is harvesting some heavy crops according to my district spies.
Who will you vote for?
This weekend Federal election will be an interesting event as almost all the experts are tipping a labour win. I say almost because knowledgeable Toorak resident Sandy “The Know All” McGregor has had some of his hard earned on the Coalition to win and for the Prime Minister to win his own electorate. I know the former Callawadda Primary School Dux likes a bet but he is certainly betting against the so called tide on this one.
No labour for Jack
Marnoo’s best known politician John “Jack” Cameron will certainly be hoping that McGregor gets the money, he only remembers to well the days of Hawke and Keating and let me tell you they aren’t fond memories. You only have to mention Paul Keating to get the former Rupanyup ruckman going!!!
That will do for this week and may your vote count.
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Another week flies past
It’s been another quick week with all the spring racing festivities. I’m told locally the headers are starting to emerge from sheds and with a fine week or so forecast we can expect some bragging rights from the native that strips the highest yielding crop. All the best.
Spring is in the air
Spring is definitely in the air when the horses are running around at Flemington. Many a local I spotted at the cup in what was another top day out. Armand “Big Herbie” Duxson and Gary “Larry” Cameron make a formidable duo and managed to make their presence felt (as predicted) pre, during and post cup. The in form team entertained the masses including this little struggling journo for a large chunk of the day.
Thank you sir
I’m told there was a little party put on by SLF favourite John “Be My” Guest (thanks for the invite) last weekend. The guest list was exclusive as I’m told that living legends like Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy and Norm “Guru” Duxson were present, it was the latter of the fore mentioned duo who stole the limelight on the night. Our most famous Wallaloo East grazier was asked by a fine looking young lady if he could twist the top off her stubbie of beer. It was then that the Guru pulled a well used and dirty handkerchief from his very deep pocket and managed to open the cool beverage much to the bemusement of the striking young lady. After that she somehow found the strength to open her own stubbies.
Slow news week
It’s been a slow news week and I have to run to an appointment so that is all for this issue and I look forward to next week.
Cheers for now
It’s been another quick week with all the spring racing festivities. I’m told locally the headers are starting to emerge from sheds and with a fine week or so forecast we can expect some bragging rights from the native that strips the highest yielding crop. All the best.
Spring is in the air
Spring is definitely in the air when the horses are running around at Flemington. Many a local I spotted at the cup in what was another top day out. Armand “Big Herbie” Duxson and Gary “Larry” Cameron make a formidable duo and managed to make their presence felt (as predicted) pre, during and post cup. The in form team entertained the masses including this little struggling journo for a large chunk of the day.
Thank you sir
I’m told there was a little party put on by SLF favourite John “Be My” Guest (thanks for the invite) last weekend. The guest list was exclusive as I’m told that living legends like Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy and Norm “Guru” Duxson were present, it was the latter of the fore mentioned duo who stole the limelight on the night. Our most famous Wallaloo East grazier was asked by a fine looking young lady if he could twist the top off her stubbie of beer. It was then that the Guru pulled a well used and dirty handkerchief from his very deep pocket and managed to open the cool beverage much to the bemusement of the striking young lady. After that she somehow found the strength to open her own stubbies.
Slow news week
It’s been a slow news week and I have to run to an appointment so that is all for this issue and I look forward to next week.
Cheers for now
Sunday, November 4, 2007
A “wet” week
The weekend saw some rather high totals of rain in the district with some natives recording over 3 inches in the old. Views would differ on whether it will be a hindrance of a help but in these rain deprived times it’s great to see it can still do it and in decent numbers.
Creeks are a running
I heard on the vine that the Anderson and Wallaloo creeks along with the Richardson river is running but I haven’t heard from my reporter who reports exclusively on the Muddy Waterholes Creek and the Avon River.
Cricketers get the points
The MCC boys did very well as the opposition team Wycheproof forfeited there one day game due to a number of players attending the Wyche Derby Day races, with that The Noo sits with 2 wins and one loss and is setting itself for an improved year on last year.
Cup tip
The cup is a time honoured event that this struggling little journalist attends each year, it is truly an event that all should attend just once in a lifetime but beware it’s very crowded and you will have to push and shove your way to every bar, food outlet and toilet. For what its worth I am tipping the Irish stayer Mahler but I sentimentally hope that Dolphin Joe runs well for local whisperer Terry “Sully” O’Sullivan.
Not giving too much away
Stawell Man about town “Shacka” Dunn mentioned to Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson that he caught a couple of good fish the other day in the Wimmera River. When asked by Smacka which spot he caught them he narrowed it down to somewhere between Mt Cole and Jeparit.
The Cup won’t be the same
I’m told that big Armand “Herbie” Duxson is making his first appearance at the Cup and will be accompanied by Gary “Larry” Cameron. Do Cup organisers know what they are in for?
That’s all for this week
The weekend saw some rather high totals of rain in the district with some natives recording over 3 inches in the old. Views would differ on whether it will be a hindrance of a help but in these rain deprived times it’s great to see it can still do it and in decent numbers.
Creeks are a running
I heard on the vine that the Anderson and Wallaloo creeks along with the Richardson river is running but I haven’t heard from my reporter who reports exclusively on the Muddy Waterholes Creek and the Avon River.
Cricketers get the points
The MCC boys did very well as the opposition team Wycheproof forfeited there one day game due to a number of players attending the Wyche Derby Day races, with that The Noo sits with 2 wins and one loss and is setting itself for an improved year on last year.
Cup tip
The cup is a time honoured event that this struggling little journalist attends each year, it is truly an event that all should attend just once in a lifetime but beware it’s very crowded and you will have to push and shove your way to every bar, food outlet and toilet. For what its worth I am tipping the Irish stayer Mahler but I sentimentally hope that Dolphin Joe runs well for local whisperer Terry “Sully” O’Sullivan.
Not giving too much away
Stawell Man about town “Shacka” Dunn mentioned to Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson that he caught a couple of good fish the other day in the Wimmera River. When asked by Smacka which spot he caught them he narrowed it down to somewhere between Mt Cole and Jeparit.
The Cup won’t be the same
I’m told that big Armand “Herbie” Duxson is making his first appearance at the Cup and will be accompanied by Gary “Larry” Cameron. Do Cup organisers know what they are in for?
That’s all for this week
Sunday, October 28, 2007
The weeks are flying by
It still can’t seem to rain but let me tell you that the Marnoo area is still hanging on ok in comparison to other areas I have travelled. Anyway for what its worth a respected person in the grain industry (who predicted 2006 to be dry and 2007 to start out good and dry off in the second half of the year) tells me that 2008 will be a very good season. I suppose we can only wait and see!
Boom times ahead
I’m being very positive in this weeks SLF as I am hearing more regularly that post drought Agricultural is set to boom. I suppose it’s a case of hanging in there and the good time will roll. For some proof of this statement go to www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22654771-643,00.html
Far and wide
Talking to Graeme “G Train” Ellen the other day and he mentioned that the tennis association has expanded by taking on Elmhurst and Crowlands. It would have been a long trip home when Chris “Entanglement” Webb graced the asphalt.
Cricketers lose in a close one
The cricketers failed to secure back to back wins as they went down in the last over of the day to Warracknabeal. Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Gary “Larry” Cameron led the way with the bat with 38 and 43 respectively whilst Jack McAllister managed 2 wickets.
He’s too quick for me
Marnoo unleashed Shaun “Chipper” Chipperfield on the weekend and the left arm quick was sending them down at around 140 kph. I’m told that he had many of the batsmen backing away but also had veteran slipper Derek “The Mayor” Cameron standing about five metres behind regular keeper Trevor “Junior” Pickthall. I’m told the instructions from The Mayor went like this “if anything comes this way then you go for it Junior”.
No news yet
A couple of members of the community where present at the Barley Banquet held over in the Mallee, sorry Rupanyup. No news has reached my desk thus far. As reported last week, I’m just wondering if the form of Trent “Irons” Carter continued.
That’s about all for this week
It still can’t seem to rain but let me tell you that the Marnoo area is still hanging on ok in comparison to other areas I have travelled. Anyway for what its worth a respected person in the grain industry (who predicted 2006 to be dry and 2007 to start out good and dry off in the second half of the year) tells me that 2008 will be a very good season. I suppose we can only wait and see!
Boom times ahead
I’m being very positive in this weeks SLF as I am hearing more regularly that post drought Agricultural is set to boom. I suppose it’s a case of hanging in there and the good time will roll. For some proof of this statement go to www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22654771-643,00.html
Far and wide
Talking to Graeme “G Train” Ellen the other day and he mentioned that the tennis association has expanded by taking on Elmhurst and Crowlands. It would have been a long trip home when Chris “Entanglement” Webb graced the asphalt.
Cricketers lose in a close one
The cricketers failed to secure back to back wins as they went down in the last over of the day to Warracknabeal. Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Gary “Larry” Cameron led the way with the bat with 38 and 43 respectively whilst Jack McAllister managed 2 wickets.
He’s too quick for me
Marnoo unleashed Shaun “Chipper” Chipperfield on the weekend and the left arm quick was sending them down at around 140 kph. I’m told that he had many of the batsmen backing away but also had veteran slipper Derek “The Mayor” Cameron standing about five metres behind regular keeper Trevor “Junior” Pickthall. I’m told the instructions from The Mayor went like this “if anything comes this way then you go for it Junior”.
No news yet
A couple of members of the community where present at the Barley Banquet held over in the Mallee, sorry Rupanyup. No news has reached my desk thus far. As reported last week, I’m just wondering if the form of Trent “Irons” Carter continued.
That’s about all for this week
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Another week
Well another week goes by and its only eight week until Christmas and it’s only 38 month until we all have to stop mulesing our merinos. At the time writing they were talking a little rain this week, let’s hope so as it would help at least someone.
Back the ute in
They tell me it was a case of “back the ute in” at the WSGC presentation night as Trent “Irons” Carter took all before him. I’m told the night was a fabulous night with many golfers and partners staying late into the evening.
G Train in form
Graeme “G Train” Ellen was in fine touch delivering the speeches on Friday night, he was only outdone by his wife Kay who entertained that masses with her speeches and gave her presidential husband a bit of curry as well.
Focus on 2008
For the first time office bearers where elected at the Presentation night with all thinking it was a major success. Office bearers for 2008 are;
President; Graeme Ellen, V President; Trent Carter, Captain; Sam Reading, V Captain; Phil Reading, Secretary; Lyle Johnson, Treasurer; Rod Reading, Handicapper; Josh Reading, Junior Development; Gary Cameron.
Cricketers off to a flyer
The MCC boys are off to a flyer with a brilliant first up win against ANA Boolite. Batting first ANA-Boolite where all out for 149 after being in a strong position at drinks of 3 - 112. Trent “Irons” Carter turned a lean first year back (2006/07) into a brilliant start to the 07/08 season by taking 5/12 to destroy the opposition. Trent is sure having a big month, cleaning up in the Golf awards, becoming vice president of the Golf club, having a brilliant ram sale and then bowling the cricket club to a first up victory. Unfortunately for the cricketers Trent is off to the Barley Banquet next week, but the form he is in it will be "look out ladies".
The Cameron Dynasty Continues
Trent “Irons” Carter was well supported by up and coming 13 year old, opening bowler Darcy “Son of Mayor” Cameron with 3/16. After taking the first 2 wickets of the day, Darcy then come on late to clean up the last batsman. The young fella has picked up a few yards of pace this year, is moving through the junior representive ranks, and with his uncle Gary “Larry” Cameron in control as Captain, expect a big year ahead from the young man. He also has his old man, Derek, to keep him level headed with tales off brilliance by himself at the bowling crease. And some real expert advice is not far away, with his Grandfather Jack, being Marnoo's superstar bowlers in the 50's, 60's and 70's. As mentioned a couple of weeks ago keep an eye out for Darcy's younger brother Brylie as well. Young Jacko has an eye like a dead fish and his batting prospects are huge, so it won’t be long before he is teaming up with his old man and destroying the attacks throughout the Wimmera-Mallee.
Off to a flyer
Requiring 150 to win Trevor “Junior” Pickthall and Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson decided to take it upon themselves to win the game. With a brilliant and entertaining opening stand of 131 in only 19 overs, Junior and Smaka dismantled the ANA-Boolite attack with ease. So dominating where both players that they both moved past 50 within one ball of each other. Smaka, 67, opening the batting because of a wedding commitment (no not his own), he may have found the key to his success as a batsman. With an aggressive mind set, combined with a good defense and great shot selection, the cricket club will be looking to Smacka for a big year with the bat and real of a few centuries in a 600 plus run year. “Junior” Pickthall was his ever determined, committed and positive self carrying his bat through the innings to finish with 69 not out. He is another batsman the Noo are looking for to have a 600 plus run year and if this can happen the Noo are sure to be right amongst the finals this year.
Bring on Langer
An encouraging debut was made by Scotch College recruit David “Crocky” Lang. Coming on first change he showed that given time he will become an important player for the club. A fit and strong young man, Crocky will add variation to the bowling attack and with a bit of confidence will add a bit of old fashioned mongrel. Not quite up to the mongrel standard set by ex Marnoo bowler John "Fruity" Nisbet we hope, as the ex Milkbar owner often found himself on the wrong end of the umpires and opposition players "good bloke' list. Although falling with a first up duck on the weekend, Crockey is more than capable with the bat, so a few good hit outs at Scotch college, should see him return to the Noo and fill the all-rounders role.
Not a good start
My Yarrawonga neighbor Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson has had a horror start to the cricketing season with scores of only 6 and 5 in his first two digs.
Thanks to my spies
Once again my spies have been in great form in delivering all the news about the district, keep it up.
Fit as a Marnoo Merino
They tell me that local consumer Armand “Herbie” Duxson has maintained his lean appearance since returning from his overseas jaunt. One fellow consumer indicated that he mightn’t be drinking enough.
That’s plenty for this week
Well another week goes by and its only eight week until Christmas and it’s only 38 month until we all have to stop mulesing our merinos. At the time writing they were talking a little rain this week, let’s hope so as it would help at least someone.
Back the ute in
They tell me it was a case of “back the ute in” at the WSGC presentation night as Trent “Irons” Carter took all before him. I’m told the night was a fabulous night with many golfers and partners staying late into the evening.
G Train in form
Graeme “G Train” Ellen was in fine touch delivering the speeches on Friday night, he was only outdone by his wife Kay who entertained that masses with her speeches and gave her presidential husband a bit of curry as well.
Focus on 2008
For the first time office bearers where elected at the Presentation night with all thinking it was a major success. Office bearers for 2008 are;
President; Graeme Ellen, V President; Trent Carter, Captain; Sam Reading, V Captain; Phil Reading, Secretary; Lyle Johnson, Treasurer; Rod Reading, Handicapper; Josh Reading, Junior Development; Gary Cameron.
Cricketers off to a flyer
The MCC boys are off to a flyer with a brilliant first up win against ANA Boolite. Batting first ANA-Boolite where all out for 149 after being in a strong position at drinks of 3 - 112. Trent “Irons” Carter turned a lean first year back (2006/07) into a brilliant start to the 07/08 season by taking 5/12 to destroy the opposition. Trent is sure having a big month, cleaning up in the Golf awards, becoming vice president of the Golf club, having a brilliant ram sale and then bowling the cricket club to a first up victory. Unfortunately for the cricketers Trent is off to the Barley Banquet next week, but the form he is in it will be "look out ladies".
The Cameron Dynasty Continues
Trent “Irons” Carter was well supported by up and coming 13 year old, opening bowler Darcy “Son of Mayor” Cameron with 3/16. After taking the first 2 wickets of the day, Darcy then come on late to clean up the last batsman. The young fella has picked up a few yards of pace this year, is moving through the junior representive ranks, and with his uncle Gary “Larry” Cameron in control as Captain, expect a big year ahead from the young man. He also has his old man, Derek, to keep him level headed with tales off brilliance by himself at the bowling crease. And some real expert advice is not far away, with his Grandfather Jack, being Marnoo's superstar bowlers in the 50's, 60's and 70's. As mentioned a couple of weeks ago keep an eye out for Darcy's younger brother Brylie as well. Young Jacko has an eye like a dead fish and his batting prospects are huge, so it won’t be long before he is teaming up with his old man and destroying the attacks throughout the Wimmera-Mallee.
Off to a flyer
Requiring 150 to win Trevor “Junior” Pickthall and Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson decided to take it upon themselves to win the game. With a brilliant and entertaining opening stand of 131 in only 19 overs, Junior and Smaka dismantled the ANA-Boolite attack with ease. So dominating where both players that they both moved past 50 within one ball of each other. Smaka, 67, opening the batting because of a wedding commitment (no not his own), he may have found the key to his success as a batsman. With an aggressive mind set, combined with a good defense and great shot selection, the cricket club will be looking to Smacka for a big year with the bat and real of a few centuries in a 600 plus run year. “Junior” Pickthall was his ever determined, committed and positive self carrying his bat through the innings to finish with 69 not out. He is another batsman the Noo are looking for to have a 600 plus run year and if this can happen the Noo are sure to be right amongst the finals this year.
Bring on Langer
An encouraging debut was made by Scotch College recruit David “Crocky” Lang. Coming on first change he showed that given time he will become an important player for the club. A fit and strong young man, Crocky will add variation to the bowling attack and with a bit of confidence will add a bit of old fashioned mongrel. Not quite up to the mongrel standard set by ex Marnoo bowler John "Fruity" Nisbet we hope, as the ex Milkbar owner often found himself on the wrong end of the umpires and opposition players "good bloke' list. Although falling with a first up duck on the weekend, Crockey is more than capable with the bat, so a few good hit outs at Scotch college, should see him return to the Noo and fill the all-rounders role.
Not a good start
My Yarrawonga neighbor Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson has had a horror start to the cricketing season with scores of only 6 and 5 in his first two digs.
Thanks to my spies
Once again my spies have been in great form in delivering all the news about the district, keep it up.
Fit as a Marnoo Merino
They tell me that local consumer Armand “Herbie” Duxson has maintained his lean appearance since returning from his overseas jaunt. One fellow consumer indicated that he mightn’t be drinking enough.
That’s plenty for this week
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Another week
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF, can anyone tell me when it’s going to rain, I don’t know but it doesn’t seem to want too.
Swilling on the hill
I’m told the swill on the hill was a pretty quiet event this year as only a few made the climb to my old stamping ground, Mt Bolangum. It certainly is an event that needs the support of the natives to keep it going.
Cricket this weekend
The cricket for the MCC starts this weekend and it’s a new hierarchy this year with local go getter Gary “Larry” Cameron at the helm. The MCC have a very good team on paper and should win there fair share of games.
More news
The cricketer should provide plenty of fodder for this little column. The return of Armand “Lids” Duxson to the fray will be welcomed by this little black duck
All washed up
The Corporate Cup claimed its fair share of victims with a Terry “The Madman” Brear claiming it took until Wednesday to recover. Must have been the alcohol fuelled Strawberries that Lois “Naked Chef” Johnson provided.
What a roast
The meal at the Corporate Cup was again superb and the team of ladies led by The Naked Chef should be congratulated once again.
Late news
My Yarrawonga mates Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson and the lovely Paula tied the knot over the weekend after first getting together 13 years ago.
Fruit salad city
I’m told that a respected member of the Marnoo West community is making regular trips to the fruit salad city, Mooroopna. More details please.
The milk and the honey
I made as trip to WA last week and the placed I went were like the land of milk and honey, there will be some big results for many areas over there.
That’s about all for this week
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF, can anyone tell me when it’s going to rain, I don’t know but it doesn’t seem to want too.
Swilling on the hill
I’m told the swill on the hill was a pretty quiet event this year as only a few made the climb to my old stamping ground, Mt Bolangum. It certainly is an event that needs the support of the natives to keep it going.
Cricket this weekend
The cricket for the MCC starts this weekend and it’s a new hierarchy this year with local go getter Gary “Larry” Cameron at the helm. The MCC have a very good team on paper and should win there fair share of games.
More news
The cricketer should provide plenty of fodder for this little column. The return of Armand “Lids” Duxson to the fray will be welcomed by this little black duck
All washed up
The Corporate Cup claimed its fair share of victims with a Terry “The Madman” Brear claiming it took until Wednesday to recover. Must have been the alcohol fuelled Strawberries that Lois “Naked Chef” Johnson provided.
What a roast
The meal at the Corporate Cup was again superb and the team of ladies led by The Naked Chef should be congratulated once again.
Late news
My Yarrawonga mates Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson and the lovely Paula tied the knot over the weekend after first getting together 13 years ago.
Fruit salad city
I’m told that a respected member of the Marnoo West community is making regular trips to the fruit salad city, Mooroopna. More details please.
The milk and the honey
I made as trip to WA last week and the placed I went were like the land of milk and honey, there will be some big results for many areas over there.
That’s about all for this week
Sunday, October 7, 2007
Another week
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF, It was certainly a busy week last week with all the ram sales etc. The ram sales went very well and underlined the interest in the Marnoo merinos.
Successful event
The Corporate Cup at the Royal was once again a huge success for the club, 13 teams graced the Royals manicured fairways. However it was a little disappointing that a few teams pulled out as the club was looking at 20 teams at the start of the week.
H is for horizontal
I managed to get one team over from Yarrawonga, I was designated driver driving, Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson, Glen “Wally” Brear, Terry “The Madman” Brear and Murcus “H” Hargreaves. The boys had a great trip and will be spreading the word about next year’s event. One member of the crew couldn’t (H Hargreaves) hack the pace and was seen cuddling up to the fire at about 10 pm that evening. I guess that explains how he got gravel in his pockets.
Early morning wake up call
The Yarra lads arrived back at the house in Marnoo at about 2am and it was certainly a big surprise for Geoff “Bronco” McDougall who was camping in one of the bedroom. Bronco is down to help out with some dipping at Glendemar and wondered what the hell was going on when the Madman tried to jump into bed with him. It could have been worse, big Wally could have tried to angle his ample frame into Goeffs bed.
The Winner is Melbourne Gravity
Callawadda’s only Toorak resident Sandy “The Know all” McGregor bought home the bacon with a win after several years of trying. This years crew was made up of Jock and Maree McGregor and Graeme “G Train” and Kaye Ellen, they combined there skills to finish the day ahead of pack.
The 5th hole
A lot of the entertainment was centred around the fifth hole where local funnyman Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson was wowing participants with his sometimes generous odds. Many bets where taken and I think the bank walked away “plenty” in front. One particular player in the Ausfarm group was offered 8 to 1 to hit the scrape, there was no danger as he managed to virtually square cut the ball and the money was firmly placed back in the kitty.
That’s about all as I have to catch a plane to WA (to do a story)
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF, It was certainly a busy week last week with all the ram sales etc. The ram sales went very well and underlined the interest in the Marnoo merinos.
Successful event
The Corporate Cup at the Royal was once again a huge success for the club, 13 teams graced the Royals manicured fairways. However it was a little disappointing that a few teams pulled out as the club was looking at 20 teams at the start of the week.
H is for horizontal
I managed to get one team over from Yarrawonga, I was designated driver driving, Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson, Glen “Wally” Brear, Terry “The Madman” Brear and Murcus “H” Hargreaves. The boys had a great trip and will be spreading the word about next year’s event. One member of the crew couldn’t (H Hargreaves) hack the pace and was seen cuddling up to the fire at about 10 pm that evening. I guess that explains how he got gravel in his pockets.
Early morning wake up call
The Yarra lads arrived back at the house in Marnoo at about 2am and it was certainly a big surprise for Geoff “Bronco” McDougall who was camping in one of the bedroom. Bronco is down to help out with some dipping at Glendemar and wondered what the hell was going on when the Madman tried to jump into bed with him. It could have been worse, big Wally could have tried to angle his ample frame into Goeffs bed.
The Winner is Melbourne Gravity
Callawadda’s only Toorak resident Sandy “The Know all” McGregor bought home the bacon with a win after several years of trying. This years crew was made up of Jock and Maree McGregor and Graeme “G Train” and Kaye Ellen, they combined there skills to finish the day ahead of pack.
The 5th hole
A lot of the entertainment was centred around the fifth hole where local funnyman Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson was wowing participants with his sometimes generous odds. Many bets where taken and I think the bank walked away “plenty” in front. One particular player in the Ausfarm group was offered 8 to 1 to hit the scrape, there was no danger as he managed to virtually square cut the ball and the money was firmly placed back in the kitty.
That’s about all as I have to catch a plane to WA (to do a story)
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Another week
Hello and welcome again to another week of the SLF. Boy does time fly, how fast has the year gone so far, you wouldn’t believe it is nearly cricket season again.
The Cats
The lads are celebrating down sleepy hollow way, what a win and a proud moment for the local cats supporters. One such cat supporter who now resides over Corowa way would be over the moon with the result, in fact SLF favourite and former publican Graeme “Old Maaaaaate” McNolty would have had grey hair when they last won the premiership back in 1963!
Famous names
Other famous locals that follow the cats that spring directly to mind are Norm “Polly” Duxson, Peter “Goggin” Gibson and John “Wade” Cameron but the most vocal of them all would have been former Kanya resident Geoffrey “Ablett” Wallace. The elation would have been worth bottling in the Wallace household around 5pm on Saturday, it would have been lemon squash’s all round.
One for the future
Now I don’t want this going to the young lads head but I recon I witnessed a cricketing superstar in the making last Sunday at “Jack” Cameron’s residence, his grandson Brylie “Son of de Mayor” Cameron has got an eye like a dead fish and will be smash many country cricketing attacks all round the park. This is my prediction, his old man recons he has a lot to learn and his grandfather recons he hits too many in the air but could he be Marnoo first test Cricketer??? His mother will kill me for this.
Sheep Shaggers
It’s ram sale week and there will be plenty of “Sheep Shaggers” around the district this week, keep your eye out for some South Africans and South Americans, they do know how to party.
Rain Wanted
Things aren’t holding on to bad around the area, put it this way there are plenty of areas across Australia’s rural landscape that are a lot worse, all we need now is rain to fill the heads with nice plump grain, so that all the natives can cash in on the record prices that are on offer.
Lunch a lot
Last Friday a lunched with Callawadda’s most famous Toorak resident Sandy “The Know All” McGregor and Damian “The Major” Drum at a fine dining restaurant (Those blokes payed my way) in the city of Melbourne. Well Lunch dragged on into the darkness and the last bloke you want to see after going at it for 8 hours is Murray “Muzza” McGregor. You see when most of the normal people (I would class myself normal) are ready for bed big Muzza is ready for play. Anyway he kept our pre Grand Final lunch alive until midnight.
In top form
It’s amazing who you see out and about on Grand Final weekend in Melbourne. I came across a famous Stawell resident who was totally plastered and had a little wet stream running down his tailored pants. This bloke who will remain nameless but I will say he had the score on the board!!!!
See you at the Corporate Cup
Hello and welcome again to another week of the SLF. Boy does time fly, how fast has the year gone so far, you wouldn’t believe it is nearly cricket season again.
The Cats
The lads are celebrating down sleepy hollow way, what a win and a proud moment for the local cats supporters. One such cat supporter who now resides over Corowa way would be over the moon with the result, in fact SLF favourite and former publican Graeme “Old Maaaaaate” McNolty would have had grey hair when they last won the premiership back in 1963!
Famous names
Other famous locals that follow the cats that spring directly to mind are Norm “Polly” Duxson, Peter “Goggin” Gibson and John “Wade” Cameron but the most vocal of them all would have been former Kanya resident Geoffrey “Ablett” Wallace. The elation would have been worth bottling in the Wallace household around 5pm on Saturday, it would have been lemon squash’s all round.
One for the future
Now I don’t want this going to the young lads head but I recon I witnessed a cricketing superstar in the making last Sunday at “Jack” Cameron’s residence, his grandson Brylie “Son of de Mayor” Cameron has got an eye like a dead fish and will be smash many country cricketing attacks all round the park. This is my prediction, his old man recons he has a lot to learn and his grandfather recons he hits too many in the air but could he be Marnoo first test Cricketer??? His mother will kill me for this.
Sheep Shaggers
It’s ram sale week and there will be plenty of “Sheep Shaggers” around the district this week, keep your eye out for some South Africans and South Americans, they do know how to party.
Rain Wanted
Things aren’t holding on to bad around the area, put it this way there are plenty of areas across Australia’s rural landscape that are a lot worse, all we need now is rain to fill the heads with nice plump grain, so that all the natives can cash in on the record prices that are on offer.
Lunch a lot
Last Friday a lunched with Callawadda’s most famous Toorak resident Sandy “The Know All” McGregor and Damian “The Major” Drum at a fine dining restaurant (Those blokes payed my way) in the city of Melbourne. Well Lunch dragged on into the darkness and the last bloke you want to see after going at it for 8 hours is Murray “Muzza” McGregor. You see when most of the normal people (I would class myself normal) are ready for bed big Muzza is ready for play. Anyway he kept our pre Grand Final lunch alive until midnight.
In top form
It’s amazing who you see out and about on Grand Final weekend in Melbourne. I came across a famous Stawell resident who was totally plastered and had a little wet stream running down his tailored pants. This bloke who will remain nameless but I will say he had the score on the board!!!!
See you at the Corporate Cup
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Another week
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. I managed to get back to the village last week and was amazed how things where holding on. I get around a bit and there are a lot of areas that are gone already, so if John “Jumping” Newall’s prediction is correct then we should be getting a little rain this week which would certainly buy some time.
Irons plays like Woods
Wallaloo Park young gun Trent “Irons” Carter was declared the “Royal” club champion after four solid rounds of golf. It’s the first year he has played regularly and if that is any indication then he should be a regular on the big board. He held his nerve after recording a double bogey on the 110 metre par 3, 14th hole to record a one shot win from the fast finishing Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy.
That’s my boy
I know one bloke that would have been smiling on Saturday night and that would have been Jack “Earl” Carter upon hearing that irons had taken out the title. You see Jack is a multiple winner of the hotly contested title and would be a proud man to see number one sons name in gold on the big board.
Oozing with talent
I was talking to El Presidento Graeme “The G Train” Ellen last Friday night and he was lauding the talent of the young blokes down at the Royal. Irons has proved himself and will be off single figures soon, Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson is already off single figures and Sam and Josh Reading are already established stars. Latecomer Gary “Larry” Cameron will also be off single figures shortly. There are a couple of others that give it a mean thump as well.
Record round
SLF favourite Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy produced his best ever round (73) to take out the B grade title and the runners up club champion. The big fella would have been an immensely popular winner and I’m tipping that he will give the young guns a run for there money next year. Ben “Glendemar” Duxson took out the C Grade.
On the move
Greg “Golfer” Reading wasn’t to far away from taking his umpteenth title but was happy to pass on the baton, but don’t think for a minute that he’s finished yet, he still has a title or two in him. He has also been house swapping with Number one son Josh, he and Ellie are now officially Stawellites.
Forever young
I also caught up with Alec and Shirley Carter during the week and boy do they look fit, Alec tells me he is doing a computer course so he can get the SLF straight off the blog site.
Caught on the run
Landmark guru Damian “Major” Drum was out touring around Traynors way when he spotted his work colleague David “Dasher” Mathews who was running down the road. Could the former rugby league exponent be contemplating a comeback!!
Sparrow fart
I was travelling through Corowa the other day on my way to the Henty Field Days when I contemplated giving former Marnoo moonshiner Graeme “Old Maaaaaaate” McNolty a call. I decided against it because it was much too early, it was 8am.
The new corner
I called in and saw SLF favourite John “Jack” Cameron on Friday night at his new favourite post on the back veranda. The new smoking bans have limited his outings to the corner shop.
Guru benched
Living legend Norm “Guru” Duxson was forced to watch his beloved Cats from the bedroom TV on Friday night. Apparently “Guru Margie”, who is a one eyed Collingwood supporter gets right into the game where as the ever calm “Guru” prefers a quiet game.
That’s all folks
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. I managed to get back to the village last week and was amazed how things where holding on. I get around a bit and there are a lot of areas that are gone already, so if John “Jumping” Newall’s prediction is correct then we should be getting a little rain this week which would certainly buy some time.
Irons plays like Woods
Wallaloo Park young gun Trent “Irons” Carter was declared the “Royal” club champion after four solid rounds of golf. It’s the first year he has played regularly and if that is any indication then he should be a regular on the big board. He held his nerve after recording a double bogey on the 110 metre par 3, 14th hole to record a one shot win from the fast finishing Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy.
That’s my boy
I know one bloke that would have been smiling on Saturday night and that would have been Jack “Earl” Carter upon hearing that irons had taken out the title. You see Jack is a multiple winner of the hotly contested title and would be a proud man to see number one sons name in gold on the big board.
Oozing with talent
I was talking to El Presidento Graeme “The G Train” Ellen last Friday night and he was lauding the talent of the young blokes down at the Royal. Irons has proved himself and will be off single figures soon, Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson is already off single figures and Sam and Josh Reading are already established stars. Latecomer Gary “Larry” Cameron will also be off single figures shortly. There are a couple of others that give it a mean thump as well.
Record round
SLF favourite Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy produced his best ever round (73) to take out the B grade title and the runners up club champion. The big fella would have been an immensely popular winner and I’m tipping that he will give the young guns a run for there money next year. Ben “Glendemar” Duxson took out the C Grade.
On the move
Greg “Golfer” Reading wasn’t to far away from taking his umpteenth title but was happy to pass on the baton, but don’t think for a minute that he’s finished yet, he still has a title or two in him. He has also been house swapping with Number one son Josh, he and Ellie are now officially Stawellites.
Forever young
I also caught up with Alec and Shirley Carter during the week and boy do they look fit, Alec tells me he is doing a computer course so he can get the SLF straight off the blog site.
Caught on the run
Landmark guru Damian “Major” Drum was out touring around Traynors way when he spotted his work colleague David “Dasher” Mathews who was running down the road. Could the former rugby league exponent be contemplating a comeback!!
Sparrow fart
I was travelling through Corowa the other day on my way to the Henty Field Days when I contemplated giving former Marnoo moonshiner Graeme “Old Maaaaaaate” McNolty a call. I decided against it because it was much too early, it was 8am.
The new corner
I called in and saw SLF favourite John “Jack” Cameron on Friday night at his new favourite post on the back veranda. The new smoking bans have limited his outings to the corner shop.
Guru benched
Living legend Norm “Guru” Duxson was forced to watch his beloved Cats from the bedroom TV on Friday night. Apparently “Guru Margie”, who is a one eyed Collingwood supporter gets right into the game where as the ever calm “Guru” prefers a quiet game.
That’s all folks
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Another Week
Welcome to another week of the SLF, I’ve heard that some have had a little bit of rain in the last week, Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson has reported 17mm for the week ending Monday the 17th down Glenorchy way.
Land of milk and honey
Wise Marnoo East and West grain grower Bryan “Farmer” Healy told Smacka that “you don’t need any technology growing grain down Glenorchy way, just throw it on the ground and you instantly get 20 bags”.
Great way to spend a Sunday
An email came through on Sunday “just cooked an asada, having a few beers and its raining, no better way to spend a relaxing Sunday”. There are two rare things there, one that it was raining and two, an asada. Whats an asada you ask? An asada is where you take a small lamb of about 11 to 13 kg’s dressed you split him down the middle and lay him on a frame and stand him next to an open fire and turn him at regular intervals. This is a traditional South American way to cook lamb and of course Wally “Wallace” O’Connor bought those skills back from his time in South America. They tell me it was absolutely spot on and they intend to do another one at the MPM expo and Glendemar ram sale on October 3.
Up shit creek without a paddle
I was talking to my Yarrawonga neighbour Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson last week about a little trouble he had. He had to do some sheep classing at Moulamein last Tuesday, he had to meet a bloke in Swan Hill and stayed the night got up early and headed to Moulamein. Got about half way and gets a flat tyre, that’s fine but when he opened the boot he found the spare was flat and the jack was missing. To add insult to injury he could get no phone service and it was 6am in the morning so no cars came along. Things worked out though and he was home that evening with all the sheep classed and some air in the tyres.
When yu gotta go yu gotta go
Think of this, what do you do when you are in a busy nightclub and you need to go to the toilet (no 2’s) and there are no doors on the cubicles. That was the scenario facing one of our leading young farmers on the weekend just gone. He was busting that much that he went and everytime someone walked in he apologised. It was a bold move but he felt much better after.
Watch out for the Bear
I’m told that ex professional “The Bear” is coming to the Corporate Cup at the Royal this year. The Bear has had the privilege of playing with the “Golden Bear” on one occasion. I’ll find out more about The Bear next week.
That’s all for this week
Welcome to another week of the SLF, I’ve heard that some have had a little bit of rain in the last week, Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson has reported 17mm for the week ending Monday the 17th down Glenorchy way.
Land of milk and honey
Wise Marnoo East and West grain grower Bryan “Farmer” Healy told Smacka that “you don’t need any technology growing grain down Glenorchy way, just throw it on the ground and you instantly get 20 bags”.
Great way to spend a Sunday
An email came through on Sunday “just cooked an asada, having a few beers and its raining, no better way to spend a relaxing Sunday”. There are two rare things there, one that it was raining and two, an asada. Whats an asada you ask? An asada is where you take a small lamb of about 11 to 13 kg’s dressed you split him down the middle and lay him on a frame and stand him next to an open fire and turn him at regular intervals. This is a traditional South American way to cook lamb and of course Wally “Wallace” O’Connor bought those skills back from his time in South America. They tell me it was absolutely spot on and they intend to do another one at the MPM expo and Glendemar ram sale on October 3.
Up shit creek without a paddle
I was talking to my Yarrawonga neighbour Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson last week about a little trouble he had. He had to do some sheep classing at Moulamein last Tuesday, he had to meet a bloke in Swan Hill and stayed the night got up early and headed to Moulamein. Got about half way and gets a flat tyre, that’s fine but when he opened the boot he found the spare was flat and the jack was missing. To add insult to injury he could get no phone service and it was 6am in the morning so no cars came along. Things worked out though and he was home that evening with all the sheep classed and some air in the tyres.
When yu gotta go yu gotta go
Think of this, what do you do when you are in a busy nightclub and you need to go to the toilet (no 2’s) and there are no doors on the cubicles. That was the scenario facing one of our leading young farmers on the weekend just gone. He was busting that much that he went and everytime someone walked in he apologised. It was a bold move but he felt much better after.
Watch out for the Bear
I’m told that ex professional “The Bear” is coming to the Corporate Cup at the Royal this year. The Bear has had the privilege of playing with the “Golden Bear” on one occasion. I’ll find out more about The Bear next week.
That’s all for this week
Sunday, September 9, 2007
Another Week
Welcome to another week of the SLF. I was in the district for a couple of days last week and boy things have dried out since I was last there. I’m guessing the farmers are feeling a little frustrated as the season was looking so good. Let’s hope for any sort of rain soon to get the spring back on track.
Lids can’t see
Armand “Lids” Duxson and his lovely girlfriend Marcia solved an interesting problem on the weekend. You see Marcia just rented a house in Bendigo and they went to move in and found out there was no power, no gas etc. Rather than wait around they decided stuff it and went to Melbourne for a naughty weekend.
Royal spectacular
Not in a long time has the “Royal” golf championship been so exciting, I’m told by one of my spies that Phil “Lucky” Reading, Trent “Irons” Carter and Josh “About to make the move” Reading are all around the mark with Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Greg “Golfer” Reading 3 or 4 shots back. It looks like an exciting finish as there is one round to go. I’m tipping the strongest mind on the day will win and I’m also tipping that there will be a fair bit of practise as well. One of the fore mentioned five has been doing some secret putting practise out on the back scrapes this week. It’s one of the most prestigious sporting trophies in the district and I know that all in contention will be hell bent on winning. I might have to be there and see the action unfold.
The old chook in the ute trick
Marnoo West grazier Mark “Pest” Raggatt had an interesting passenger in his ute the other day. He was driving around the paddock innocently checking the sheep when low and behold a chook jumped out from behind the seat. You see the “Pest” left the window down overnight and the chook (as any chook would do) jumped in and decided to take up residence for the night. Anyway I’m sure our friendly farmer for the West will be checking that all window are up and the end of a hard working day, unless of course he enjoyed the company of his passenger.
This old cat is purring
I know one cat fan that would be crowing from his perch, that cat fan is non other than Graeme “Old Maaaaaaate” McNolty. The old Corowa taxi driver would have a grin on his face from ear to ear but he must remember that they have two games to win yet.
Straight sets
My team Yarra went out of the finals in straight sets after finishing second and being favourites all year. I don’t know what happened but you will have the chance to ask President Glen “Wally” Brear when he attends the Corporate Cup at the Royal.
Back on old stamping ground
It was good to seen former Glendemar Manager Geoff “Bronco” McDougall back in the district, he is currently doing some contract work at Glendemar and is staying in his old house. He, Kylie and Aaron are now living in the central NSW town of Warren where he is doing contract sheep work in the district.
That’s all for this week
Welcome to another week of the SLF. I was in the district for a couple of days last week and boy things have dried out since I was last there. I’m guessing the farmers are feeling a little frustrated as the season was looking so good. Let’s hope for any sort of rain soon to get the spring back on track.
Lids can’t see
Armand “Lids” Duxson and his lovely girlfriend Marcia solved an interesting problem on the weekend. You see Marcia just rented a house in Bendigo and they went to move in and found out there was no power, no gas etc. Rather than wait around they decided stuff it and went to Melbourne for a naughty weekend.
Royal spectacular
Not in a long time has the “Royal” golf championship been so exciting, I’m told by one of my spies that Phil “Lucky” Reading, Trent “Irons” Carter and Josh “About to make the move” Reading are all around the mark with Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Greg “Golfer” Reading 3 or 4 shots back. It looks like an exciting finish as there is one round to go. I’m tipping the strongest mind on the day will win and I’m also tipping that there will be a fair bit of practise as well. One of the fore mentioned five has been doing some secret putting practise out on the back scrapes this week. It’s one of the most prestigious sporting trophies in the district and I know that all in contention will be hell bent on winning. I might have to be there and see the action unfold.
The old chook in the ute trick
Marnoo West grazier Mark “Pest” Raggatt had an interesting passenger in his ute the other day. He was driving around the paddock innocently checking the sheep when low and behold a chook jumped out from behind the seat. You see the “Pest” left the window down overnight and the chook (as any chook would do) jumped in and decided to take up residence for the night. Anyway I’m sure our friendly farmer for the West will be checking that all window are up and the end of a hard working day, unless of course he enjoyed the company of his passenger.
This old cat is purring
I know one cat fan that would be crowing from his perch, that cat fan is non other than Graeme “Old Maaaaaaate” McNolty. The old Corowa taxi driver would have a grin on his face from ear to ear but he must remember that they have two games to win yet.
Straight sets
My team Yarra went out of the finals in straight sets after finishing second and being favourites all year. I don’t know what happened but you will have the chance to ask President Glen “Wally” Brear when he attends the Corporate Cup at the Royal.
Back on old stamping ground
It was good to seen former Glendemar Manager Geoff “Bronco” McDougall back in the district, he is currently doing some contract work at Glendemar and is staying in his old house. He, Kylie and Aaron are now living in the central NSW town of Warren where he is doing contract sheep work in the district.
That’s all for this week
Sunday, September 2, 2007
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. Once again it has been pretty quiet week news wise but I guess we’ll find something to BS about.
Every farmer on the Eastern side of the country is looking skyward at the moment, boy has this been a critical dry spell, let’s hope that by the end of this week we get at least something.
The horse flu issue has been a big story across the country and has effected everyone associated with the horses. Two of the most famous horse people Terry “Sully” O’Sullivan and Gre Gre Grazier Bill “Santic” Knights decided to take matters into there own hands. Rather that sitting around moaning about the lack of racing the duo opted for a very long lunch at the Kookaburra last Sunday. Apparently Knights was a bit worse for wear on the crutching board the next day.
Footy finals fever is upon us and I actually went and watched the local team Yarrawonga in their qualifying final and guess what they got flogged. I must be a bad omen.
Gary “Larry” Cameron and Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson played in a three man ambrose event at Stawell on the weekend with local vet Richard “Dog Collar” Hackwille. I’m told there was a bit of controversy surrounding the event, a nameless group of players who regularly attend Wallaloo ambrose events where suspected of not putting the right number/s down on the card. Pretty serious allegations but it didn’t surprise anyone.
I see Larry Cameron took out the Studall Cup this year with 40 odd points. I don’t think that he will have that cushy handicap for much longer.
Track fast weather fine, to use horse racing terms in describing the “Royal” at the moment, let’s hope that the heavens open up and we can have a magnificent surface for the much anticipated Corporate Cup event. I have a few coming over from Yarra and I have been describing the course as Royal Melbourne of the bush.
A new cricket season is dawning and I see a call in last weeks Community News from Armand “Lids” Duxson for all current and new players to make themselves available. I’ve heard that Marnoo’s most famous institution (MCC) is struggling a little for numbers, let’s hope that they can manage to recruit a couple of players because no cricket side in Marnoo is virtually unthinkable.
That’s all for this week.
Every farmer on the Eastern side of the country is looking skyward at the moment, boy has this been a critical dry spell, let’s hope that by the end of this week we get at least something.
The horse flu issue has been a big story across the country and has effected everyone associated with the horses. Two of the most famous horse people Terry “Sully” O’Sullivan and Gre Gre Grazier Bill “Santic” Knights decided to take matters into there own hands. Rather that sitting around moaning about the lack of racing the duo opted for a very long lunch at the Kookaburra last Sunday. Apparently Knights was a bit worse for wear on the crutching board the next day.
Footy finals fever is upon us and I actually went and watched the local team Yarrawonga in their qualifying final and guess what they got flogged. I must be a bad omen.
Gary “Larry” Cameron and Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson played in a three man ambrose event at Stawell on the weekend with local vet Richard “Dog Collar” Hackwille. I’m told there was a bit of controversy surrounding the event, a nameless group of players who regularly attend Wallaloo ambrose events where suspected of not putting the right number/s down on the card. Pretty serious allegations but it didn’t surprise anyone.
I see Larry Cameron took out the Studall Cup this year with 40 odd points. I don’t think that he will have that cushy handicap for much longer.
Track fast weather fine, to use horse racing terms in describing the “Royal” at the moment, let’s hope that the heavens open up and we can have a magnificent surface for the much anticipated Corporate Cup event. I have a few coming over from Yarra and I have been describing the course as Royal Melbourne of the bush.
A new cricket season is dawning and I see a call in last weeks Community News from Armand “Lids” Duxson for all current and new players to make themselves available. I’ve heard that Marnoo’s most famous institution (MCC) is struggling a little for numbers, let’s hope that they can manage to recruit a couple of players because no cricket side in Marnoo is virtually unthinkable.
That’s all for this week.
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Hello and welcome to another episode of the SLF. As mentioned I spent last week in WA and things are looking patchy over there, but unlike us they seem to be getting a front or two come through every week. They (like us) don’t need a hot day or two as the crops are not far developed and very late and a hot day will knock many for 6.
“Rain rain come again”, I’m sure that’s what farmers across wide areas through SA, Vic and NSW would be muttering. It’s going to be a tough week or so as no real rain is forecast until the 9th of September. I don’t have to tell you, but if it takes that long then the pastures and crops will be sapped of moisture. Let’s hope for rain very soon.
My Tigers spoilt the Bombers party on Sunday night but what a turn out of Bombers fans, everywhere you looked it was black and red and hardly any black and yellow. But old Kev and smooth James got the grand send off they deserved.
I was talking to a former Marnoo shop owner in the last quarter of the Tigers Bombers game and he suggested that Wallaloo East resident Peter “Lloyd” Jenkins would have pushed the off button in disgust about half way through the last quarter. Bit of a passionate Bombers boys is Lloydy.
What the hell has happened to Armand “Herbie” Duxson, you used to be able to fill half this column with information on his exploits over a period from Friday night to Monday morning. Has he turned over a new leaf? Has “Guru Norm” finally tamed the loin? Has the lovely Marcia got him under the thumb? What is going on, not good for a weekly news column when one bloke used to supply most of the news.
I’m told from members of the public around St Arnaud way that former air force Major John “Traynors” Mathews is very popular in his new role at Landmark in St Arnaud. For those that don’t know John, he and his better half, the Lovely Jodie (ex Newall) have settled in the Traynors Lagoon area.
I’m told that former Marnoo Junior star Andrew “Upstart” Nisbet had his kicking boots on last weekend booting 8 goals in a final for Sepentine. I’m tipping he would have celebrated the feat with one or two too many.
All has been pretty quiet on the golf scene of late but it’s about to hot up soon as championships take place and then of course the corporate cup. In the championships I’m tipping that Graeme “G Train” Ellen will perform well and I also recon that SLF favourite Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy could run into some form and give the more fancied rivals a run. Of course you will get pretty good odds on the latter.
If John Howard won the election and decided to load up his cabinet with Marnoo locals then this is who I recon would be fit for each role: PM – John Howard, because he is the boss. Deputy PM – John “Jack” Cameron, because he has had some experience as a Senator. Treasurer – Without doubt Guru Norm for reason that are obvious. Foreign Affairs – Jack “Jumping” Carter, because he has had experience in other countries. Transport – Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy, experienced in this field. Finance – Mark “Pest” Raggatt, the heir apparent to Guru Norm. Trade – John “Trooper” Newall, big on commodities. Resources – Greg “D9” Newall – loves digging. Agriculture – Pete “Downtube” Newall – Can put his hand to anything. Health – Tania “Cycle city” Walter – because she looks after herself. Sport – Graeme “G Train” Ellen, a lot of knowledge and experience in this area. Water – Jack Cameron, doesn’t like wasting it. Environment – Jock “Sock” McGregor, because he has planted some trees lately.
That’s all now
SL
“Rain rain come again”, I’m sure that’s what farmers across wide areas through SA, Vic and NSW would be muttering. It’s going to be a tough week or so as no real rain is forecast until the 9th of September. I don’t have to tell you, but if it takes that long then the pastures and crops will be sapped of moisture. Let’s hope for rain very soon.
My Tigers spoilt the Bombers party on Sunday night but what a turn out of Bombers fans, everywhere you looked it was black and red and hardly any black and yellow. But old Kev and smooth James got the grand send off they deserved.
I was talking to a former Marnoo shop owner in the last quarter of the Tigers Bombers game and he suggested that Wallaloo East resident Peter “Lloyd” Jenkins would have pushed the off button in disgust about half way through the last quarter. Bit of a passionate Bombers boys is Lloydy.
What the hell has happened to Armand “Herbie” Duxson, you used to be able to fill half this column with information on his exploits over a period from Friday night to Monday morning. Has he turned over a new leaf? Has “Guru Norm” finally tamed the loin? Has the lovely Marcia got him under the thumb? What is going on, not good for a weekly news column when one bloke used to supply most of the news.
I’m told from members of the public around St Arnaud way that former air force Major John “Traynors” Mathews is very popular in his new role at Landmark in St Arnaud. For those that don’t know John, he and his better half, the Lovely Jodie (ex Newall) have settled in the Traynors Lagoon area.
I’m told that former Marnoo Junior star Andrew “Upstart” Nisbet had his kicking boots on last weekend booting 8 goals in a final for Sepentine. I’m tipping he would have celebrated the feat with one or two too many.
All has been pretty quiet on the golf scene of late but it’s about to hot up soon as championships take place and then of course the corporate cup. In the championships I’m tipping that Graeme “G Train” Ellen will perform well and I also recon that SLF favourite Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy could run into some form and give the more fancied rivals a run. Of course you will get pretty good odds on the latter.
If John Howard won the election and decided to load up his cabinet with Marnoo locals then this is who I recon would be fit for each role: PM – John Howard, because he is the boss. Deputy PM – John “Jack” Cameron, because he has had some experience as a Senator. Treasurer – Without doubt Guru Norm for reason that are obvious. Foreign Affairs – Jack “Jumping” Carter, because he has had experience in other countries. Transport – Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy, experienced in this field. Finance – Mark “Pest” Raggatt, the heir apparent to Guru Norm. Trade – John “Trooper” Newall, big on commodities. Resources – Greg “D9” Newall – loves digging. Agriculture – Pete “Downtube” Newall – Can put his hand to anything. Health – Tania “Cycle city” Walter – because she looks after herself. Sport – Graeme “G Train” Ellen, a lot of knowledge and experience in this area. Water – Jack Cameron, doesn’t like wasting it. Environment – Jock “Sock” McGregor, because he has planted some trees lately.
That’s all now
SL
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. I was actually back in the district over the weekend and things look really good but the eyes of all the farmers in the district are firmly focussed skyward. Having travelled a bit lately it is certainly the same all across the country.
I am currently on a plane the Perth and doing this report from 36000 feet, one such native that was doing a bit of flying last week was SLF favourite Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy. He was the person who sent the mystery text last week all the way from sunny Darwin. I’m told from a spy or two that the Darwin Cup was a real hoot. I’m just wondering if our friend Boof behaved himself.
I’m told that Wallaloo won the challenge at Landsborough over the weekend with one of the stars being Graeme “The G Train” Ellen with 41 points. It’s great to see President G Train leading from the front.
I managed to get down to the Royal for a hit on Saturday with Gary “Larry” Cameron and Daryl “Norman” May for 18 holes and once again the course was presented in magnificent fashion. Leggy Norman May show glimpses of great form throughout his round and will be a big improver over the next year or so. He certainly gives it a big swing.
Daryl was also telling me about his nephew Zack May (by Andrew out of Michelle) who backs up against the door at 196 cm and is only just 14. They tell me it’s a sight to see on the footy field in the under 14s.
I called in and saw my old mate John “Jack” Cameron after golf and he was in top form. He now has a couple of whisky’s on the rocks before he goes to bed and said it makes him sleep better.
Local legend Brian “Farmer” Healy was in good tune on Friday night and believes that with all the low rainfall seasons the Wimmera is the new Mallee. But he also stated that Wallaloo East should be called the Darling Downs it’s that good. He’s good for a witty statement or two is Farmer.
I see where the Cats are starting to talk Grand Final tickets, that is dangerous I recon.
That’s about all for this week.
I am currently on a plane the Perth and doing this report from 36000 feet, one such native that was doing a bit of flying last week was SLF favourite Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy. He was the person who sent the mystery text last week all the way from sunny Darwin. I’m told from a spy or two that the Darwin Cup was a real hoot. I’m just wondering if our friend Boof behaved himself.
I’m told that Wallaloo won the challenge at Landsborough over the weekend with one of the stars being Graeme “The G Train” Ellen with 41 points. It’s great to see President G Train leading from the front.
I managed to get down to the Royal for a hit on Saturday with Gary “Larry” Cameron and Daryl “Norman” May for 18 holes and once again the course was presented in magnificent fashion. Leggy Norman May show glimpses of great form throughout his round and will be a big improver over the next year or so. He certainly gives it a big swing.
Daryl was also telling me about his nephew Zack May (by Andrew out of Michelle) who backs up against the door at 196 cm and is only just 14. They tell me it’s a sight to see on the footy field in the under 14s.
I called in and saw my old mate John “Jack” Cameron after golf and he was in top form. He now has a couple of whisky’s on the rocks before he goes to bed and said it makes him sleep better.
Local legend Brian “Farmer” Healy was in good tune on Friday night and believes that with all the low rainfall seasons the Wimmera is the new Mallee. But he also stated that Wallaloo East should be called the Darling Downs it’s that good. He’s good for a witty statement or two is Farmer.
I see where the Cats are starting to talk Grand Final tickets, that is dangerous I recon.
That’s about all for this week.
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. I must apologise for last week absence of the SLF but I was out at a station near Cunnamulla, Qld, with no mobile or internet coverage and by the time I got out of there it was too late. I guess that’s why people forward plan.
They tell me it’s a little bit quiet down at the “Royal” at the moment with not much happening post tournament. I guess the next big event will be the cooperate cup. A few of the Yarra boys are excited about that event.
My Tigers beat those Magpies on the weekend and what satisfaction that brings. I’m guessing that the Maggies would be ropeable as they could have been in second spot with a win. Anyway watch out for a guy called Nathan Foley, he is a star in the making.
What about the form of the Doggies though, they have been desperately disappointing and I’m sure everyone had them to finish top four at the start of the year. I know one former shopkeeper would be feeling it a bit.
My local team the Pigeons (Yarra) are back in touch and have two games to go before the finals. Former Marnoo coach Damien “Walshy” Walsh is still staring in the twos according to my local spies. At the ripe old age of 37 I don’t think he is a candidate for a call up.
Local comedian Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson received a disturbing phone call last week. The RSPCA called him up to investigate the alleged riding of a pony in the Marnoo Hotel late one evening. The RSPCA was disturbed that such an action would happen in a local community who’s livelihood derives from livestock. After several minutes “Smacka” twigged that the call might be a hoax and was very relieved to eventually find out that Marnoo’s 1987 premiership coach was on the other end of the line.
Premiership coach John “Jumping” Drum and Gary “Larry” Cameron are sneaking up this way this week for what they tell me is a fact finding mission. I’ll have to investigate further.
I had a text from an individual who was at the Darwin Cup this week, it read “Square Leg at the Darwin Cup enjoying the sun and the beer”. Why don’t these people leave a name so I can investigate further. Someone was having some fun anyway as I attended a Darwin Cup many years ago and boy was it a good show. I’m told that Premiership reunion underwriter Sandy “The Know All” McGregor was seen at the event partaking in a few.
Let’s hope for some rain as its noticeable that the days have a more Springy feel about them. We still haven’t filled the dams or the creeks and rivers so the drought ain’t over yet. That right isn’t it “Jack”
Until next week
SL
They tell me it’s a little bit quiet down at the “Royal” at the moment with not much happening post tournament. I guess the next big event will be the cooperate cup. A few of the Yarra boys are excited about that event.
My Tigers beat those Magpies on the weekend and what satisfaction that brings. I’m guessing that the Maggies would be ropeable as they could have been in second spot with a win. Anyway watch out for a guy called Nathan Foley, he is a star in the making.
What about the form of the Doggies though, they have been desperately disappointing and I’m sure everyone had them to finish top four at the start of the year. I know one former shopkeeper would be feeling it a bit.
My local team the Pigeons (Yarra) are back in touch and have two games to go before the finals. Former Marnoo coach Damien “Walshy” Walsh is still staring in the twos according to my local spies. At the ripe old age of 37 I don’t think he is a candidate for a call up.
Local comedian Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson received a disturbing phone call last week. The RSPCA called him up to investigate the alleged riding of a pony in the Marnoo Hotel late one evening. The RSPCA was disturbed that such an action would happen in a local community who’s livelihood derives from livestock. After several minutes “Smacka” twigged that the call might be a hoax and was very relieved to eventually find out that Marnoo’s 1987 premiership coach was on the other end of the line.
Premiership coach John “Jumping” Drum and Gary “Larry” Cameron are sneaking up this way this week for what they tell me is a fact finding mission. I’ll have to investigate further.
I had a text from an individual who was at the Darwin Cup this week, it read “Square Leg at the Darwin Cup enjoying the sun and the beer”. Why don’t these people leave a name so I can investigate further. Someone was having some fun anyway as I attended a Darwin Cup many years ago and boy was it a good show. I’m told that Premiership reunion underwriter Sandy “The Know All” McGregor was seen at the event partaking in a few.
Let’s hope for some rain as its noticeable that the days have a more Springy feel about them. We still haven’t filled the dams or the creeks and rivers so the drought ain’t over yet. That right isn’t it “Jack”
Until next week
SL
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. Well what an event the reunion was, superbly organised, everything went according to plan and what about the turn up, I recon there had to be around 400 in attendance.
Following are some of the observation that came from the night.
Former Marnoo tough guy Trevor “Arms and legs” Dempsey attended with his family and as expected turned up in his trademark moccasins. “I always where them and always will” the proud Western suburbs resident said.
The event wouldn’t have gone ahead without the financial contribution by Sandy “The know all” McGregor, he provided the seed capital to pay for some of the big ticket items and the organisers thank him for his contribution.
It was an unfortunate day for the know all with his horse Some are Bent running 3rd in the Hiskins Steeple, he and connections missed out on the $300,000 booty they would have received. But knowing the know all he wouldn’t of been to flustered and would have went to the bar as if the horse had won. After all the horse has won nearly $1 million dollar this time in.
Another interesting observation came out of the media lead up to Some are Bents record breaking feat, the syndicate manager indicted in the press that all the owners had golf handicaps between 4 and 13. Well either they don’t rate the know alls contribution to the syndicate or they haven’t seen him play golf. You could double the 13 and then add some and you would be somewhere around the mark.
Living Marnoo legend Ged “Father” Ryan was remembering his illustrious football career. The famous number 6 decided to bunk down in the equally famous room 6 at Marnoo’s leading motel with his lovely new girlfriend Belinda. Plenty of famous celebrities have bunked down in room 6 and it’s good to see that the legend still lives on.
You would think that buddies John “Jack” Cameron and Graeme “Old Maaaaaate” McNolty where joined at the hip. They certainly had a good time and celebrated the event with a few frothies and many darts.
The two Bobs, Bob Barham and Bob Anderson spoke of the great era the Marnoo football club had in the 50’s, a famous Marnoo name kept popping up in despatches, Weir Cameron has been rated by these two as arguably the best ever footballer to grace the hallowed MCG turf. If the following generations of Cameron’s are any indication then they have no argument from me.
There was one such attendee at the event who holds the MCG close to his heart, he said “if I’m not kicking goals I’m taking wickets out there” was the statement made by Colin “Big Cods” Whiting. If you didn’t know he was any good you only had to spend a minute or two with him and he would let you know.
The band were fantastic and very funny especially the old fella who chimed in every now and then one they got his pacemaker revved up to the required level. They provided some funny entertainment and at one point I heard them tell a patron to “Go mount a Merino”. However they where somewhat over shadowed by one Gary “Larry” Cameron who belted out the famous we are the navy blues…….
The scoreboard was unveiled at the start of the day and was renamed the “Don Murphy 50 years at Landmark” Scoreboard. It was unfortunate that the great man couldn’t attend to open the scoreboard the depicted his name but he was holidaying in sunny Queensland.
Steven “Ute doors” Bryce is a wonderful footballing name which commenced his career at Marnoo, he went on to play at many places both in WA and Vic and believe it or not after 3 years in retirement he has decided to pull the boots on again at the tender age of 36.
One of the characters the attended the event was Simon “Oggy” Ogden, Oggy used to be a navy boy and used to dress in white, now he has decided his colour is black and wouldn’t look out of place dining at the Kent hotel in Carlton beside Tony Mocbel and friends. But he isn’t anything like that at all and holds down a high position at the Victorian Racing Club. Apparently he entertained the masses that attended the Sunday session.
The night went late for some as I heard a report of patrons still wandering the streets of Marnoo at 7am on Sunday morning, when they turned the beer off a couple of enterprising natives managed to find another place to consume, I’ll give you two guesses as the where that was.
Rueben “Rostron” Cheeseman won the belt at the event according to my spies, I’m told that he had the patrons in stiches with his antics that resembled his behaviour BM (Before Marriage), I guess it’s a case of “you had to be there”, but I have in the past witnessed the behaviour of Rueben and friends BM and it is entertaining.
John “Coach” Drum was right in his element and his memory of the time is unprecedented, he can certainly recall everything that happened back then and he can even pass on some of the eccentric tactics he used to employ. He truly did a wonderful job to get that team over the line in 1987.
The record of the netballers didn’t go unnoticed and they certainly put the footballers to shame having played in 13 straight grand finals and won 8 or 9. They really did have a core group of talented netballers and there was non better than Kaye “Darky” Ellen.
As mentioned a great time was had by all and I could ramble on further about many a former natives who attended the event but I can only ramble on so much. But I’m sure I speak on behalf of all those that attended in saying well done to the organisers on a great event. It would have to be one of the biggest events ever in Marnoo.
That’s all folks
Following are some of the observation that came from the night.
Former Marnoo tough guy Trevor “Arms and legs” Dempsey attended with his family and as expected turned up in his trademark moccasins. “I always where them and always will” the proud Western suburbs resident said.
The event wouldn’t have gone ahead without the financial contribution by Sandy “The know all” McGregor, he provided the seed capital to pay for some of the big ticket items and the organisers thank him for his contribution.
It was an unfortunate day for the know all with his horse Some are Bent running 3rd in the Hiskins Steeple, he and connections missed out on the $300,000 booty they would have received. But knowing the know all he wouldn’t of been to flustered and would have went to the bar as if the horse had won. After all the horse has won nearly $1 million dollar this time in.
Another interesting observation came out of the media lead up to Some are Bents record breaking feat, the syndicate manager indicted in the press that all the owners had golf handicaps between 4 and 13. Well either they don’t rate the know alls contribution to the syndicate or they haven’t seen him play golf. You could double the 13 and then add some and you would be somewhere around the mark.
Living Marnoo legend Ged “Father” Ryan was remembering his illustrious football career. The famous number 6 decided to bunk down in the equally famous room 6 at Marnoo’s leading motel with his lovely new girlfriend Belinda. Plenty of famous celebrities have bunked down in room 6 and it’s good to see that the legend still lives on.
You would think that buddies John “Jack” Cameron and Graeme “Old Maaaaaate” McNolty where joined at the hip. They certainly had a good time and celebrated the event with a few frothies and many darts.
The two Bobs, Bob Barham and Bob Anderson spoke of the great era the Marnoo football club had in the 50’s, a famous Marnoo name kept popping up in despatches, Weir Cameron has been rated by these two as arguably the best ever footballer to grace the hallowed MCG turf. If the following generations of Cameron’s are any indication then they have no argument from me.
There was one such attendee at the event who holds the MCG close to his heart, he said “if I’m not kicking goals I’m taking wickets out there” was the statement made by Colin “Big Cods” Whiting. If you didn’t know he was any good you only had to spend a minute or two with him and he would let you know.
The band were fantastic and very funny especially the old fella who chimed in every now and then one they got his pacemaker revved up to the required level. They provided some funny entertainment and at one point I heard them tell a patron to “Go mount a Merino”. However they where somewhat over shadowed by one Gary “Larry” Cameron who belted out the famous we are the navy blues…….
The scoreboard was unveiled at the start of the day and was renamed the “Don Murphy 50 years at Landmark” Scoreboard. It was unfortunate that the great man couldn’t attend to open the scoreboard the depicted his name but he was holidaying in sunny Queensland.
Steven “Ute doors” Bryce is a wonderful footballing name which commenced his career at Marnoo, he went on to play at many places both in WA and Vic and believe it or not after 3 years in retirement he has decided to pull the boots on again at the tender age of 36.
One of the characters the attended the event was Simon “Oggy” Ogden, Oggy used to be a navy boy and used to dress in white, now he has decided his colour is black and wouldn’t look out of place dining at the Kent hotel in Carlton beside Tony Mocbel and friends. But he isn’t anything like that at all and holds down a high position at the Victorian Racing Club. Apparently he entertained the masses that attended the Sunday session.
The night went late for some as I heard a report of patrons still wandering the streets of Marnoo at 7am on Sunday morning, when they turned the beer off a couple of enterprising natives managed to find another place to consume, I’ll give you two guesses as the where that was.
Rueben “Rostron” Cheeseman won the belt at the event according to my spies, I’m told that he had the patrons in stiches with his antics that resembled his behaviour BM (Before Marriage), I guess it’s a case of “you had to be there”, but I have in the past witnessed the behaviour of Rueben and friends BM and it is entertaining.
John “Coach” Drum was right in his element and his memory of the time is unprecedented, he can certainly recall everything that happened back then and he can even pass on some of the eccentric tactics he used to employ. He truly did a wonderful job to get that team over the line in 1987.
The record of the netballers didn’t go unnoticed and they certainly put the footballers to shame having played in 13 straight grand finals and won 8 or 9. They really did have a core group of talented netballers and there was non better than Kaye “Darky” Ellen.
As mentioned a great time was had by all and I could ramble on further about many a former natives who attended the event but I can only ramble on so much. But I’m sure I speak on behalf of all those that attended in saying well done to the organisers on a great event. It would have to be one of the biggest events ever in Marnoo.
That’s all folks
Sunday, July 22, 2007
Welcome to another week of the SLF. News hasn’t been plentiful this week so we’ll see how we go.
The reunion is this weekend and I hear on the vine that everyone is looking forward to it. I have it on good authority that the band Clip Clop Club are fantastic and should provide great entertainment. They will be on from 6:30 until 10:30.
For the kids the authorities have organised Slim Tim the Cowboy Clown to entertain the masses from half time in the seniors until 6:30 in the evening. So the kids can look forward to that one.
Let me tell you its tough being a Tigers man at the moment, just watching them make skill error after skill error is enough for even the most committed supporter to turn off. I also spare a thought for my mate Richo, boy does he try hard and what could he have been in a side that could deliver it properly.
I’m told the Wallaloo brigade at the Landsborough four ball event were a hit. They recon it’s been a long time since they have had golfers stay that late. “Just like the old days” was one members reply. Apparently the young crew which consisted of Armand “Lids” Duxson, Stuart “Smacka” MacPherson, Trent “Irons” Carter and Sam “Slammin” Reading stayed behind and entertained the locals. They even topped the night off with the Hill Billy’s in the Landsborough pub and yes they had a designated sober driver.
I heard on the vine that Smacka had a little trouble in Melbourne on Saturday night. You see he went to a football club ball with “Sibbo” Norton and his wife, they went early, Smacka stayed late and when he arrived back to Sibbo’s home he couldn’t wake them to get in. He could see Sibbo sounda on the couch through the window but do you think he could wake him. About an hour later with several mobile calls (the phone was in his pocket) and plenty of banging he managed to wake him. Apparently the first message on the phone went like this “Sibbo just at the front door can you let us in” and the twelfth message went like this “ Sibbo it’s _ _ _ _ in freezing out here would you _ _ _ _ in wake up and _ _ _ _in let me in.
The new smoking rules in pubs are hard to take for smokers at least, one such smoker is our SLF favourite John “Jack” Cameron mentioned that “It’ll be a bloody café next”
I attended a luncheon at Yarra football on the weekend and the great Ron Barassi spoke, at 71 he looks and sounds fit and he entertained over 200 hundred at the event. The Yarra boys are back in form after dropping a couple during the middle of the year. Former Marnoo coach Damien “Walshy” Walsh is starring in the twos.
Remember to tell your friends about the blog, you can also add your comments if you like, go to http://thesquarelegfiles.blogspot.com
That’s all for this week.
The reunion is this weekend and I hear on the vine that everyone is looking forward to it. I have it on good authority that the band Clip Clop Club are fantastic and should provide great entertainment. They will be on from 6:30 until 10:30.
For the kids the authorities have organised Slim Tim the Cowboy Clown to entertain the masses from half time in the seniors until 6:30 in the evening. So the kids can look forward to that one.
Let me tell you its tough being a Tigers man at the moment, just watching them make skill error after skill error is enough for even the most committed supporter to turn off. I also spare a thought for my mate Richo, boy does he try hard and what could he have been in a side that could deliver it properly.
I’m told the Wallaloo brigade at the Landsborough four ball event were a hit. They recon it’s been a long time since they have had golfers stay that late. “Just like the old days” was one members reply. Apparently the young crew which consisted of Armand “Lids” Duxson, Stuart “Smacka” MacPherson, Trent “Irons” Carter and Sam “Slammin” Reading stayed behind and entertained the locals. They even topped the night off with the Hill Billy’s in the Landsborough pub and yes they had a designated sober driver.
I heard on the vine that Smacka had a little trouble in Melbourne on Saturday night. You see he went to a football club ball with “Sibbo” Norton and his wife, they went early, Smacka stayed late and when he arrived back to Sibbo’s home he couldn’t wake them to get in. He could see Sibbo sounda on the couch through the window but do you think he could wake him. About an hour later with several mobile calls (the phone was in his pocket) and plenty of banging he managed to wake him. Apparently the first message on the phone went like this “Sibbo just at the front door can you let us in” and the twelfth message went like this “ Sibbo it’s _ _ _ _ in freezing out here would you _ _ _ _ in wake up and _ _ _ _in let me in.
The new smoking rules in pubs are hard to take for smokers at least, one such smoker is our SLF favourite John “Jack” Cameron mentioned that “It’ll be a bloody café next”
I attended a luncheon at Yarra football on the weekend and the great Ron Barassi spoke, at 71 he looks and sounds fit and he entertained over 200 hundred at the event. The Yarra boys are back in form after dropping a couple during the middle of the year. Former Marnoo coach Damien “Walshy” Walsh is starring in the twos.
Remember to tell your friends about the blog, you can also add your comments if you like, go to http://thesquarelegfiles.blogspot.com
That’s all for this week.
Saturday, July 14, 2007
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. Things are going along pretty well and boy has it been cold, so much for global warming. I have to admit I am not yet sold on global warming, I think we are just going through a cycle but I do agree that we have to change our ways a little if the population of the world is going to continue to grow at such a rate. Anyway enough of the worldly stuff, lets get on with the more important stuff, like what’s happening around the district.
This week we have the much awaited Stewart “Smacka” MacPhersons profile, without further introduction here it is:
Name: Stew MacPherson SLF Name: Smacka How would you describe your personality: Vague & Forgetful What would your friends say about you: See Above Late or Early: Late, but I have been known to turn up to things a week early, must buy myself a diary one day. Wildest place you have been: Evening out with Hayden McLennan in a underground Bosnian nightclub or touring around the back streets of Derry with a colourful local we met at the hot dog stand with Ben Duxson rolling around the back seat drinking warm beer. A place you would like to go: Middle East, Marnoo Football reunion. Most admired local farmer: Guru Norm Beef or Lamb: They both have a very dear spot in my belly
Drink: Beer, coffee, What or who makes you laugh: Peter Helliar, Bob Franklin, Andy Healy. What frustrates you: Negative people, going out in cricket. Favourite SLF Personality: To hard to pick, had a lot of fun with Herbie, Benny the bear, Winebar and Square Leg. Best thing about living in Marnoo: Don't no, I don't live there but I very much enjoy my visits and playing sport there. Marnoo has a very good community thanks to a lot of hard work from locals.
Most embarrassing moment: Having a allergic reaction to malaria tablets whilst in Bulgaria which affected a very sensitive part of the male body & having to go to a female doctor who didn’t speak any English. Two dream dinner guests: PINK and Darren Lehmann.
It’s amazing what two and a half inches can do, no it doesn’t relate to the lost and found pornography, I’m talking about the rain in the Yarra district. It has been a lot dryer here than in the Marnoo district so when they had the big rain two weekends ago it has turned the district around. Fair dinkum the crops grew a couple of inches in a week.
Former native of Callawadda Sandy “The Know All” McGregor is really enjoying the limelight that has been created by his (what some are calling) champion jumper Some are Bent. In a couple of weeks the horse will be going for his ninth straight jumping win in a row in the Hiskens Steeple. If the jumper manages to win that race he will be joint holder of the Australian successive jumps record and he will have amassed in those nine straight wins approximately $900,000 in prize money.
“The Know All” will surely have to miss the MFC reunion he instigated in favour of the horse race. I know for sure he won’t get a cheque for $300,000 at the reunion.
If you think “The Know All” is lucky well you are probably right, but take it from me he is no one horse wonder, he’s ploughed “plenty” into the horse game over the last decade or so.
I’m very much looking forward to the reunion and to have local footy back at the MCG will be special (Bruce). What I am really looking forward to though is the unveiling of the upgraded scoreboard. I have been tipped off as to what will happen but I’m not sure if my source is telling the truth.
I’m into quotes lately and one I saw from the late great Peter Brock tickled the proverbial. His motto was: “Bite off more than you can chew and then chew like buggery”
Please note that this column has been done under the influence of alcohol and I wouldn’t recommend it as it takes twice as long to correct all the spelling mistakes (that’ the ones the spell check will fix) and it’s not a good look for the kids. However I am heading off for a couple of days and the natives that came around for Sunday lunch don’t mind a few.
Remember to tell your friends about the blog, you can also add your comments if you like, go to http://thesquarelegfiles.blogspot.com
That’s will do
This week we have the much awaited Stewart “Smacka” MacPhersons profile, without further introduction here it is:
Name: Stew MacPherson SLF Name: Smacka How would you describe your personality: Vague & Forgetful What would your friends say about you: See Above Late or Early: Late, but I have been known to turn up to things a week early, must buy myself a diary one day. Wildest place you have been: Evening out with Hayden McLennan in a underground Bosnian nightclub or touring around the back streets of Derry with a colourful local we met at the hot dog stand with Ben Duxson rolling around the back seat drinking warm beer. A place you would like to go: Middle East, Marnoo Football reunion. Most admired local farmer: Guru Norm Beef or Lamb: They both have a very dear spot in my belly
Drink: Beer, coffee, What or who makes you laugh: Peter Helliar, Bob Franklin, Andy Healy. What frustrates you: Negative people, going out in cricket. Favourite SLF Personality: To hard to pick, had a lot of fun with Herbie, Benny the bear, Winebar and Square Leg. Best thing about living in Marnoo: Don't no, I don't live there but I very much enjoy my visits and playing sport there. Marnoo has a very good community thanks to a lot of hard work from locals.
Most embarrassing moment: Having a allergic reaction to malaria tablets whilst in Bulgaria which affected a very sensitive part of the male body & having to go to a female doctor who didn’t speak any English. Two dream dinner guests: PINK and Darren Lehmann.
It’s amazing what two and a half inches can do, no it doesn’t relate to the lost and found pornography, I’m talking about the rain in the Yarra district. It has been a lot dryer here than in the Marnoo district so when they had the big rain two weekends ago it has turned the district around. Fair dinkum the crops grew a couple of inches in a week.
Former native of Callawadda Sandy “The Know All” McGregor is really enjoying the limelight that has been created by his (what some are calling) champion jumper Some are Bent. In a couple of weeks the horse will be going for his ninth straight jumping win in a row in the Hiskens Steeple. If the jumper manages to win that race he will be joint holder of the Australian successive jumps record and he will have amassed in those nine straight wins approximately $900,000 in prize money.
“The Know All” will surely have to miss the MFC reunion he instigated in favour of the horse race. I know for sure he won’t get a cheque for $300,000 at the reunion.
If you think “The Know All” is lucky well you are probably right, but take it from me he is no one horse wonder, he’s ploughed “plenty” into the horse game over the last decade or so.
I’m very much looking forward to the reunion and to have local footy back at the MCG will be special (Bruce). What I am really looking forward to though is the unveiling of the upgraded scoreboard. I have been tipped off as to what will happen but I’m not sure if my source is telling the truth.
I’m into quotes lately and one I saw from the late great Peter Brock tickled the proverbial. His motto was: “Bite off more than you can chew and then chew like buggery”
Please note that this column has been done under the influence of alcohol and I wouldn’t recommend it as it takes twice as long to correct all the spelling mistakes (that’ the ones the spell check will fix) and it’s not a good look for the kids. However I am heading off for a couple of days and the natives that came around for Sunday lunch don’t mind a few.
Remember to tell your friends about the blog, you can also add your comments if you like, go to http://thesquarelegfiles.blogspot.com
That’s will do
Monday, July 9, 2007
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. What a great rain we enjoyed over a four or five day period last week. Could this be the perfect season that is unfolding in front of us, it has certainly got off on the right note, early start with follow up, a dryish winter. All we need now is a wet spring to fill all the dams and the creeks and also to finish off crops and pasture.
I had-a-hit on men’s day at the “Royal” last Saturday, I certainly didn’t set any records but thoroughly enjoyed the outing. The Wallaloo number crunchers reported that they had an acceptable tournament with the weather probably keeping a few away.
There are some strange animals creeping into the district as I found out on Saturday. I spotted a Peter the Panther, Gary the Goanna, Shane the Shark and Don the Dinosaur. I’m told the creatures are the creation of a bloke called John “Be My” Guest. They are works of art made from spray drums and anyone passing by should have a look.
The lads from Hamburgers (Harbergers) took a bus down to the footy on Friday night to watch the Cats and Bombers. You wouldn’t guess (or you probably would) who won the pooled prize of $250 for the first goal scored. Yes it was SLF favourite Norm “Guru” Duxson. Doesn’t miss much the old Guru.
I’m told the bus returned at 3am with Guru and Chris “Entanglement” Webb looking a bit bleary eyed at golf on Saturday. I’m positive it was lack of sleep.
Sam “Slammin” Reading and his wife Lauren are the latest members of the public to move to the thriving metropolis of Callawadda, he moved into Ray Walter’s old house a couple of weeks ago. He mentioned that he will now be able to stay a little later after golf, which would music to Laurens ears!!
Speaking of Callawadda, I see where Balquidder Station in SA sold for a reported $25 million to leading media owner Kerry Stokes. The McGregor family was the seller, I’m just wondering if Murray “Muzza” McGregor has been hiding something form us for all those years!!
The excitement is building for the footy reunion as reported by Gary “Larry” Cameron with plenty of people indicating that they are going to attend. I’m wondering if premiership coach John “Duck and Weave” Drum will rekindle the “Leroy” story. You will have to be there to find out.
Speaking of Larry, he cleaned up at the golf on Saturday with his overly generous handicap of 15, he is defiantly a single figure golfer and I think he ought to enjoy his moment in the sun as chief handicapper “Golfer” Reading is about to slash that number down to a more realistic figure.
Good to see Trent “Irons” Carter with a new 1 wood, he like many of the younger brigade can give it a real rip but he mentioned he is having trouble controlling it. I will still call him irons just in case he throws the new stick into the Wallaloo creek.
The person who owns the pornos hasn’t come forward yet, the finder told me that he has read them all and would be willing to return them to the rightful owner. So if you own them come forward, I sure this little struggling journo won’t report it, not!!
A quote for this week: There are a terrible lot of lies going around the world, and the worst of it is half of them are true.
Sir Winston Churchill
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I had-a-hit on men’s day at the “Royal” last Saturday, I certainly didn’t set any records but thoroughly enjoyed the outing. The Wallaloo number crunchers reported that they had an acceptable tournament with the weather probably keeping a few away.
There are some strange animals creeping into the district as I found out on Saturday. I spotted a Peter the Panther, Gary the Goanna, Shane the Shark and Don the Dinosaur. I’m told the creatures are the creation of a bloke called John “Be My” Guest. They are works of art made from spray drums and anyone passing by should have a look.
The lads from Hamburgers (Harbergers) took a bus down to the footy on Friday night to watch the Cats and Bombers. You wouldn’t guess (or you probably would) who won the pooled prize of $250 for the first goal scored. Yes it was SLF favourite Norm “Guru” Duxson. Doesn’t miss much the old Guru.
I’m told the bus returned at 3am with Guru and Chris “Entanglement” Webb looking a bit bleary eyed at golf on Saturday. I’m positive it was lack of sleep.
Sam “Slammin” Reading and his wife Lauren are the latest members of the public to move to the thriving metropolis of Callawadda, he moved into Ray Walter’s old house a couple of weeks ago. He mentioned that he will now be able to stay a little later after golf, which would music to Laurens ears!!
Speaking of Callawadda, I see where Balquidder Station in SA sold for a reported $25 million to leading media owner Kerry Stokes. The McGregor family was the seller, I’m just wondering if Murray “Muzza” McGregor has been hiding something form us for all those years!!
The excitement is building for the footy reunion as reported by Gary “Larry” Cameron with plenty of people indicating that they are going to attend. I’m wondering if premiership coach John “Duck and Weave” Drum will rekindle the “Leroy” story. You will have to be there to find out.
Speaking of Larry, he cleaned up at the golf on Saturday with his overly generous handicap of 15, he is defiantly a single figure golfer and I think he ought to enjoy his moment in the sun as chief handicapper “Golfer” Reading is about to slash that number down to a more realistic figure.
Good to see Trent “Irons” Carter with a new 1 wood, he like many of the younger brigade can give it a real rip but he mentioned he is having trouble controlling it. I will still call him irons just in case he throws the new stick into the Wallaloo creek.
The person who owns the pornos hasn’t come forward yet, the finder told me that he has read them all and would be willing to return them to the rightful owner. So if you own them come forward, I sure this little struggling journo won’t report it, not!!
A quote for this week: There are a terrible lot of lies going around the world, and the worst of it is half of them are true.
Sir Winston Churchill
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Sunday, July 1, 2007
Welcome again to another week and happy new financial year. I’m sure most would like to put 06/07 behind them and hope for a much better 07/08. Even though it’s probably catch up football I’m sure most of the budgets look pretty good providing we get a good spring.
I spent the week in Tassie at a (how to be a better journalist) conference, one of the speakers mentioned that if you don’t think you can cut it as a journalist then you can earn better money joining the paparazzi. I’m pretty happy with that, I recon I’m fairly annoying, I’m always hunting around for a good story and nobody want to speak to me!
I was in Launceston and I haven’t been there for ages, quite a nice place I thought until I rang my mate who farms on the East coast, he said “nu mate there all bogans in Loney, Hobarts a much better place”. It seems that the rivalry in Tassie is even bigger than the NSW/Vic rivalry. There is an imaginary line somewhere in the middle and below that line they drink Cascade and above it the drink James Boag.
I liked Loney anyway because my favourite two cricketers come from there, Boony and Punter.
Whilst on the plane home former Aussie captain AB was sitting in front of me, I’m told he was playing a bit of golf with a few mates and didn’t have a very good round. He had a pretty serious look on his face and I can see why they named him “Captain Grumpy”
This just hit my desk. Found: two plastic bags of Porno books, 59 in total found under a bush between Marnoo and Callawadda on the Stawell road. In the fax I received it says “If he or she wants them back they have to place an ad in the community news so the finder can return them. I, the finder, is not admitting I have found them publicly until the owner is found and answers some questions to prove ownership”. Strange one this one, sounds like the finder wants a bit of time to read them!
This week is the “Royal” annual tournament, this is always a well patronised event even though they don’t get the crowds of the halcyon days back in the 70’s and 80’. Back when Ken “Faulty” Newall and Andy “Shiiiddt” Healy were in charge. Those were the days.
I’m told a few of the Royal faithful ventured to McBeal on Saturday with no such luck. Consumers Gary “Larry” Cameron, Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Trent “Irons” Carter managed to keep up a widely recognised Wallaloo tradition by stumping it until about 9:30, a late night at McBeal. They then went back Smacka’s cooked up a storm, called a taxi and ended up in some sleazy Stawell nightclub. Not a bad way to spend a Saturday!
Smacka is tipping that Armand “Herbie” Duxson will be out of action for some time as his lovely Partner Marcia returns from her year long overseas adventure. “I’ve probably lost Herbie as a drinking mate but I think Trent and Larry are still keen”
This weeks profile is from former native Tim “Pie Guts” Nisbet, thanks Pie:
SLF Name: Pie Guts. How would you describe your personality? Easy going, good sense of humour. What would your friends say about you? To be honest they would say I talk to much and that is fine with me, I work in sales so you have to be able to talk Bullshit! Late or Early? Early. Wildest place you have been? Perth was wild (especially Freo)and with Nicky “Burger” Healy as our tour guide we got to see most of the local drinking establishments! A place you would love to go? UK. Most admired local Farmer? Derek “The Mayor” Cameron and The Farmer himself, Brian “Farmer” Healy. Beef or Lamb? A roast lamb man. Drink? Coffee in the morning, Coke for lunch or sometimes tea, beer on the weekends and occasionally a nice glass of red. What or who makes you laugh? Andy “Shiiiiddt” Healy and Herbie, Benny and Macka. What frustrates you? People who are late to work. Favourite SLF Personality? Armand “Herbie” Duxson. Best thing about living in the Marnoo district? The friendships you make, even know I no longer live in the district, I still call it home.
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That’s about enough
I spent the week in Tassie at a (how to be a better journalist) conference, one of the speakers mentioned that if you don’t think you can cut it as a journalist then you can earn better money joining the paparazzi. I’m pretty happy with that, I recon I’m fairly annoying, I’m always hunting around for a good story and nobody want to speak to me!
I was in Launceston and I haven’t been there for ages, quite a nice place I thought until I rang my mate who farms on the East coast, he said “nu mate there all bogans in Loney, Hobarts a much better place”. It seems that the rivalry in Tassie is even bigger than the NSW/Vic rivalry. There is an imaginary line somewhere in the middle and below that line they drink Cascade and above it the drink James Boag.
I liked Loney anyway because my favourite two cricketers come from there, Boony and Punter.
Whilst on the plane home former Aussie captain AB was sitting in front of me, I’m told he was playing a bit of golf with a few mates and didn’t have a very good round. He had a pretty serious look on his face and I can see why they named him “Captain Grumpy”
This just hit my desk. Found: two plastic bags of Porno books, 59 in total found under a bush between Marnoo and Callawadda on the Stawell road. In the fax I received it says “If he or she wants them back they have to place an ad in the community news so the finder can return them. I, the finder, is not admitting I have found them publicly until the owner is found and answers some questions to prove ownership”. Strange one this one, sounds like the finder wants a bit of time to read them!
This week is the “Royal” annual tournament, this is always a well patronised event even though they don’t get the crowds of the halcyon days back in the 70’s and 80’. Back when Ken “Faulty” Newall and Andy “Shiiiddt” Healy were in charge. Those were the days.
I’m told a few of the Royal faithful ventured to McBeal on Saturday with no such luck. Consumers Gary “Larry” Cameron, Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Trent “Irons” Carter managed to keep up a widely recognised Wallaloo tradition by stumping it until about 9:30, a late night at McBeal. They then went back Smacka’s cooked up a storm, called a taxi and ended up in some sleazy Stawell nightclub. Not a bad way to spend a Saturday!
Smacka is tipping that Armand “Herbie” Duxson will be out of action for some time as his lovely Partner Marcia returns from her year long overseas adventure. “I’ve probably lost Herbie as a drinking mate but I think Trent and Larry are still keen”
This weeks profile is from former native Tim “Pie Guts” Nisbet, thanks Pie:
SLF Name: Pie Guts. How would you describe your personality? Easy going, good sense of humour. What would your friends say about you? To be honest they would say I talk to much and that is fine with me, I work in sales so you have to be able to talk Bullshit! Late or Early? Early. Wildest place you have been? Perth was wild (especially Freo)and with Nicky “Burger” Healy as our tour guide we got to see most of the local drinking establishments! A place you would love to go? UK. Most admired local Farmer? Derek “The Mayor” Cameron and The Farmer himself, Brian “Farmer” Healy. Beef or Lamb? A roast lamb man. Drink? Coffee in the morning, Coke for lunch or sometimes tea, beer on the weekends and occasionally a nice glass of red. What or who makes you laugh? Andy “Shiiiiddt” Healy and Herbie, Benny and Macka. What frustrates you? People who are late to work. Favourite SLF Personality? Armand “Herbie” Duxson. Best thing about living in the Marnoo district? The friendships you make, even know I no longer live in the district, I still call it home.
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Sunday, June 24, 2007
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. I don’t know about locally but in this part of the world (NE Vic) the frosts have been spectacular lately. All this has led to a drying out of the topsoil, although not desperate we all wouldn’t mind and inch or two. But we can’t complain too much I was in WA last week and boy is it dry over there, it’s green down south but nothing really for the sheep to eat and the crops are struggling. If I thought that was bad I was in for a rude shock when I went North of Perth, just bare and dusty, the natives have never seen it like this, dust storms in June.
I’m told the royal had a healthy crowd of 21 turn up for golf on the weekend, that’s a great crowd. I’m also told that former gun Marnoo and Donald ruckman Daryl “Norman” May made it down for a hit. I remember years ago trying to recruit the big fella, I guess some just need more time.
A big contingent is heading to Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy’s favourite course Glenorchy, commonly known amongst Royal golfers as “McBeal” (I have explained it before). The form of the Royal team should see a few of them take home a prize or two, but I’m a little bit concerned because a few of the crew are camping over a Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson’s place and backing up again on the Saturday. Sounds dangerous!
“Richo Richo man, I want to be a Richo man”, that was big Rexie’s call on Friday night as he bellowed the rendition to the tune of the Village People song “Mucho Man”. Top win by my team The Tigers and it has been a long time coming but I will really enjoy that half a dozen stubbies I won of St Arnaud celebrity Jamie “Sheedy” Douglas.
I missed the game myself after a longish lunch with former Callawadda native Sandy “The Know All” McGregor and newly crowned Landmark St Arnaud joint owner Damian “The Major” Drum. I’m told The Know All doesn’t do the long lunch quite as often as he used to but it’s good to know he’s still can.
You can’t hide around this joint there is always someone around. This little old struggling reporter was just down at the local tavern having a quiet one or two when Andy “Upstart” Nisbet rocks in. I still only had my couple but I’m told that the young consumer was in top form and made himself well known to the natives as the night went on.
I circulated a few profiles around at Legacy day, just to get a bit of an idea on how your favourite SLF celebrities tick. However I haven’t received too many back, in fact only one. Here is the profile of John “Be My” Guest:
SLF Name: Be My or Major Mitchell. How would you describe your personality? “Strange” That’s my family’s opinion. What would your friends say about you? Strange, Weird and adventuress. Late or Early? When you live in a house with your sister and two daughters, your never early. Wildest place you have been? Bamaga by dirt bike, Mt Panorama for the Australian MC GP in the 80’s. But of late it has to be CONFEST! A place you would love to go? Antarctica, while it’s still there! Or space and beyond. Most admired local Farmer? It’s a toss up between The Guru and Snoopy! Beef or Lamb? I like all meat’s especially seafood. Drink? Mornings: Coffee, Black. Lunch: Coke. Dinner: Coke. Water in between and beer on the weekends when I’m out. What or who makes you laugh? Being with the expert golfers after a round of golf. What frustrates you? Women, especially when you have to be somewhere and they still can’t decide how they should look…..Arrrggg. Favourite SLF Personality? It’s a toss up between Entanglement and Boofhead. Best thing about living in the Marnoo district? Great community with a great group of personalities within the community.
Thank you very much for that “Be My”
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That’s about all and remember what Henry Ford said, “Thinking is just about the hardest work of all, that’s why very few engage in it”
I’m told the royal had a healthy crowd of 21 turn up for golf on the weekend, that’s a great crowd. I’m also told that former gun Marnoo and Donald ruckman Daryl “Norman” May made it down for a hit. I remember years ago trying to recruit the big fella, I guess some just need more time.
A big contingent is heading to Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy’s favourite course Glenorchy, commonly known amongst Royal golfers as “McBeal” (I have explained it before). The form of the Royal team should see a few of them take home a prize or two, but I’m a little bit concerned because a few of the crew are camping over a Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson’s place and backing up again on the Saturday. Sounds dangerous!
“Richo Richo man, I want to be a Richo man”, that was big Rexie’s call on Friday night as he bellowed the rendition to the tune of the Village People song “Mucho Man”. Top win by my team The Tigers and it has been a long time coming but I will really enjoy that half a dozen stubbies I won of St Arnaud celebrity Jamie “Sheedy” Douglas.
I missed the game myself after a longish lunch with former Callawadda native Sandy “The Know All” McGregor and newly crowned Landmark St Arnaud joint owner Damian “The Major” Drum. I’m told The Know All doesn’t do the long lunch quite as often as he used to but it’s good to know he’s still can.
You can’t hide around this joint there is always someone around. This little old struggling reporter was just down at the local tavern having a quiet one or two when Andy “Upstart” Nisbet rocks in. I still only had my couple but I’m told that the young consumer was in top form and made himself well known to the natives as the night went on.
I circulated a few profiles around at Legacy day, just to get a bit of an idea on how your favourite SLF celebrities tick. However I haven’t received too many back, in fact only one. Here is the profile of John “Be My” Guest:
SLF Name: Be My or Major Mitchell. How would you describe your personality? “Strange” That’s my family’s opinion. What would your friends say about you? Strange, Weird and adventuress. Late or Early? When you live in a house with your sister and two daughters, your never early. Wildest place you have been? Bamaga by dirt bike, Mt Panorama for the Australian MC GP in the 80’s. But of late it has to be CONFEST! A place you would love to go? Antarctica, while it’s still there! Or space and beyond. Most admired local Farmer? It’s a toss up between The Guru and Snoopy! Beef or Lamb? I like all meat’s especially seafood. Drink? Mornings: Coffee, Black. Lunch: Coke. Dinner: Coke. Water in between and beer on the weekends when I’m out. What or who makes you laugh? Being with the expert golfers after a round of golf. What frustrates you? Women, especially when you have to be somewhere and they still can’t decide how they should look…..Arrrggg. Favourite SLF Personality? It’s a toss up between Entanglement and Boofhead. Best thing about living in the Marnoo district? Great community with a great group of personalities within the community.
Thank you very much for that “Be My”
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That’s about all and remember what Henry Ford said, “Thinking is just about the hardest work of all, that’s why very few engage in it”
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF. I made a return to the village on the weekend and I would have to say that things in the district look exceptional. As someone said it may just turn out to be the perfect year. The perfect year would be good start, dryish winter and wet spring, dry harvest, good prices and yield and good sheep and wool numbers. We are on the way!!
I attended the “Royal” legacy day and a great day was had by all. The course, well that is in absolute magnificent condition and conducive for good golf. A crew from Stawell took the honours with some impressive numbers, 13 under the card. They are “Tiger” type figures.
I was impressed with the welcoming from Presidento “Graeme “Grey Skies Above” Ellen. I think we all knew he would do a wonderful job as head honcho.
The favourites performed at Legacy Day with the usual consumers coming to the fore. SLF legend “Norm “The Guru” Duxson was in top form after teaming up with Chris “Entanglement” Webb, Geoff “Bronco” McDougall and Peter “Numbers” Knights. They were seen on a regular basis sipping away at the Green Ginger wine during their round.
The arrival of “Mr Plod” didn’t surprise anyone as one likely lad spotted the uniformed one from a long way out. A couple of mature young gentlemen decided to give a rear end welcome. Let me say that Mr Plod was not to happy.
Armand “Herbie” Duxson was another one in good touch, so much so that he started feeling a little crook when he got home.
I’m told that a couple of Reading lads stumped the fire early on Sunday morning.
My Yarrawonga mate Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson also made the return trip back for the event, he told me that one thing he doesn’t attempt these days is driving home on Legacy night. He recons his record isn’t to good.
All the talk is the reunion in July, some organisers are talking 500 as an attendance figure. If that is the case then it would nearly be the biggest night ever seen in the village. I’m sure the stories will be tall as the members of the 1987 premiership team start sprouting.
At least my team the Tigers didn’t get beaten over the weekend!!
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That’s enough.
I attended the “Royal” legacy day and a great day was had by all. The course, well that is in absolute magnificent condition and conducive for good golf. A crew from Stawell took the honours with some impressive numbers, 13 under the card. They are “Tiger” type figures.
I was impressed with the welcoming from Presidento “Graeme “Grey Skies Above” Ellen. I think we all knew he would do a wonderful job as head honcho.
The favourites performed at Legacy Day with the usual consumers coming to the fore. SLF legend “Norm “The Guru” Duxson was in top form after teaming up with Chris “Entanglement” Webb, Geoff “Bronco” McDougall and Peter “Numbers” Knights. They were seen on a regular basis sipping away at the Green Ginger wine during their round.
The arrival of “Mr Plod” didn’t surprise anyone as one likely lad spotted the uniformed one from a long way out. A couple of mature young gentlemen decided to give a rear end welcome. Let me say that Mr Plod was not to happy.
Armand “Herbie” Duxson was another one in good touch, so much so that he started feeling a little crook when he got home.
I’m told that a couple of Reading lads stumped the fire early on Sunday morning.
My Yarrawonga mate Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson also made the return trip back for the event, he told me that one thing he doesn’t attempt these days is driving home on Legacy night. He recons his record isn’t to good.
All the talk is the reunion in July, some organisers are talking 500 as an attendance figure. If that is the case then it would nearly be the biggest night ever seen in the village. I’m sure the stories will be tall as the members of the 1987 premiership team start sprouting.
At least my team the Tigers didn’t get beaten over the weekend!!
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That’s enough.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Welcome to another week of the SLF, another week goes by and another loss to the Tigers, once again close but no chocolates. What about the bombers aren’t they flying, I can virtually see the cheesy grins on the faces of all (and there are plenty) the bombers supporters in the Marnoo district.
Speaking of the bombers, could Kevin Sheedy be there for another 10 years, anything’s possible.
Former Marnoo fruiterer John “Fruity” Nisbet pointed me to an interesting website last week. The website is run by former native Kevin “Bloody” Court (or that’s who we think it is) and features some history on the Marnoo Footy Club. There are quite a few blanks that need filling in but it will bring back some memories. Simply go to www.marnoofc.footypedia.com
I see on the website that Marnoo beat Banyena in the GF in 1908. I wonder if “Bocky” Burn played in that game!!!
Whilst on the site go to season 1954, there are several reports and some famous district names featured.
All the talk is about the 87 premiership reunion, should be a great event and I’m very curious about the “unveiling of the new scoreboard”. Could it officially become it’s unofficial name “The Barry Lang Memorial Scoreboard. We will have to wait and see.
My team Yarra endured their first loss over the weekend going down to Wang by 50 points, apparently the boys had a day they would like to forget.
The natives and others are looking forward to Legacy day this Saturday. One team captain “Fruity” Nisbet has ordered NO DRINKS for his team which features my fellow Yarra resident Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson, Derek “The Mayor” Cameron and his brother “Gary “Larry” Cameron. I’m sure the big fella had his tongue firmly planted in his cheek when he made that statement.
Celebrities Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Armand “Herbie” Duxson couldn’t decide who was going to drive to the ball last Saturday night. They thought they would make the decision after their round of golf. Things started to take a bit of shape when Herbie was allocated to play with Chris “Entanglement” Webb and after nine holes the message was sent saying “tell Smacka he’s driving”
The second most sort after trophy at the Royal was won by newcomer Trent “3 iron” Carter. He scored a 3 shot win to take the 2007 ANZ Cup.
The season is spot on in most parts of Eastern Australia but spare a thought for our fellow farmers in the West, they are heading for back to back droughts, something they have probably never experienced. I’m told that the farming country North of Perth all but blew away last week with seed from dry sown crops ending up paddocks away.
Still even though things look good always remember John “Jack” Cameron’s statement “The drought aint over until the creeks are flowing and all dams are full”
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That’s enough.
Speaking of the bombers, could Kevin Sheedy be there for another 10 years, anything’s possible.
Former Marnoo fruiterer John “Fruity” Nisbet pointed me to an interesting website last week. The website is run by former native Kevin “Bloody” Court (or that’s who we think it is) and features some history on the Marnoo Footy Club. There are quite a few blanks that need filling in but it will bring back some memories. Simply go to www.marnoofc.footypedia.com
I see on the website that Marnoo beat Banyena in the GF in 1908. I wonder if “Bocky” Burn played in that game!!!
Whilst on the site go to season 1954, there are several reports and some famous district names featured.
All the talk is about the 87 premiership reunion, should be a great event and I’m very curious about the “unveiling of the new scoreboard”. Could it officially become it’s unofficial name “The Barry Lang Memorial Scoreboard. We will have to wait and see.
My team Yarra endured their first loss over the weekend going down to Wang by 50 points, apparently the boys had a day they would like to forget.
The natives and others are looking forward to Legacy day this Saturday. One team captain “Fruity” Nisbet has ordered NO DRINKS for his team which features my fellow Yarra resident Dwain “Duxsy” Duxson, Derek “The Mayor” Cameron and his brother “Gary “Larry” Cameron. I’m sure the big fella had his tongue firmly planted in his cheek when he made that statement.
Celebrities Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson and Armand “Herbie” Duxson couldn’t decide who was going to drive to the ball last Saturday night. They thought they would make the decision after their round of golf. Things started to take a bit of shape when Herbie was allocated to play with Chris “Entanglement” Webb and after nine holes the message was sent saying “tell Smacka he’s driving”
The second most sort after trophy at the Royal was won by newcomer Trent “3 iron” Carter. He scored a 3 shot win to take the 2007 ANZ Cup.
The season is spot on in most parts of Eastern Australia but spare a thought for our fellow farmers in the West, they are heading for back to back droughts, something they have probably never experienced. I’m told that the farming country North of Perth all but blew away last week with seed from dry sown crops ending up paddocks away.
Still even though things look good always remember John “Jack” Cameron’s statement “The drought aint over until the creeks are flowing and all dams are full”
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That’s enough.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Welcome to another week of the SLF. They tell me it is quite damp around Marnoo, which is good but remember what Jack said, she aint over til the dams are full and the creeks are running.
When the golfing gods are against you there is nothing you can do. Ever consistent Wallaloo East golfer Rod “3/8 rod” Reading was having, by his standards, a pretty ordinary day. It only got worse on the 11th when his tee shot went into the trees. His ball right up against the tree Rod pulled out his trusty, favorite 6 iron, lined up and bang, the ball went about 2 meters ahead further into the trees. Coming out he was holding half the club in one hand and the other half in the other hand. Snapped it clean in half. One quick wit was heard saying "and your wife thinks you are down here enjoying yourself".
Ben “Lucky” Duxson hit one into the very shrubby shrub on the 1st and the ball came to rest up against the base. After assessing all option he decided the only way out was to hit the ball left handed, and try to get it just out of the tree. He can't have been thinking of this tactic when he entered the tree as he got good contact the ball speared out straight into his stubby and then into his golf bag. He didn’t mind the 2 shot penalty but losing ¾ of the stubbie was a bit to much to take
Good to see big Armand “lids” Duxson back on the course on the weekend. After having 5 shots to get past the big tree in the first hole, Lids recovered well to shoot a first up 98. The big fella can sure hit a ball and would be a very good golfer, but his games may be limited by the return of his globe trotting girlfriend Marcia, in early July.
Josh Reading continues in good form with a very good 79 off the stick and is leading the prized ANZ cup. Josh on 132 points, the ever consistent Larry Cameron, and the not so consistent Trent Carter on 133 with Ben Duxson on 135.
Wallaloo Golf Club has the annual trip into Stawell this Thursday to the legacy day dinner. The Golf Club is held in very high esteem by Legacy for the work it does in raising money for this very worth while cause. In what is one of the "must attend day's", for the year, the club is looking forward to a strong field of cashed up golfer's ready to hit the course in 2 weeks time. Even if you are not playing you are more than welcome to join in around the fire and try your luck on the spinning wheel. This year they will present a cheque for $2300.
The only contentious issue on Legacy day is late in the evening when patrons are vigorously debating the right method of cooking the chooks and the method of getting them out of the fire. I’m told that Chris “Entanglement” Webb’s nine iron did a brilliant job last year, but you will get much debate from poor old Tigers supporter Ronny “Gasper” Kinley who is more of a star picket man.
I think Doug “Flogger” and Laurel “Mother of Howard” McLennan will be keeping off the roads on Legacy night. Last year poor old Flogger got the fright of his life. After a red or two with his neighbour pulled out of the drive and only has about 1 km to his turn off so he thought the chance of seeing a cop out Marnoo way at that time of night was minimal, more chance of the muddy running again. To his surprise he sees big set of headlights coming his way. Cautiously he proceeds and gets closer and closer and by this time the car coming towards him had stopped he become even more worried. When he sided up to the car he looks in to see local identity Stewart "Smacka" MacPherson at the wheel with his balaclava on, the Golf Club treasurer Ben Duxson, with a stash full of cash, and another unnamed golfer bowed over asleep on dash board. The boys had had a few frothy's under there belt and where heading back into town. I don't think Flogger should have been the one worried about the cops.
The boys went down in the pennant GF 4 to 1, only Gary “Larry” Cameron came home victorious. But the crew of Larry, John “Be my” Guest, Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy, Lyle “Chopper” Johnson and Entanglement didn’t let the reputation of the club down by being last to leave the clubhouse at Warracknabeal. I’ve also heard that they have a tool-of-the-week at one of the Minyip pubs and guess what, Entaglement won it for this week.
We had a 100 draw at the cricket club on Sunday. People buy tickets for $100 and you count down until the last one and he or she takes the booty home. Well local, Ben “Lucky” Duxson managed second place with $750 and the winner, who pocketed $2500 was the bloke that organized the show.
The flyer for the 1987 footy reunion has just hit my desk thanks to Sandy “The Know All” McGregor and it looks like a night not to be missed. I’m just wondering what sort of music the Clip Clop Club play?
It’s a very golfy issue this week and thanks to my spies that sent the info down the line.
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That’s about enough for this week
When the golfing gods are against you there is nothing you can do. Ever consistent Wallaloo East golfer Rod “3/8 rod” Reading was having, by his standards, a pretty ordinary day. It only got worse on the 11th when his tee shot went into the trees. His ball right up against the tree Rod pulled out his trusty, favorite 6 iron, lined up and bang, the ball went about 2 meters ahead further into the trees. Coming out he was holding half the club in one hand and the other half in the other hand. Snapped it clean in half. One quick wit was heard saying "and your wife thinks you are down here enjoying yourself".
Ben “Lucky” Duxson hit one into the very shrubby shrub on the 1st and the ball came to rest up against the base. After assessing all option he decided the only way out was to hit the ball left handed, and try to get it just out of the tree. He can't have been thinking of this tactic when he entered the tree as he got good contact the ball speared out straight into his stubby and then into his golf bag. He didn’t mind the 2 shot penalty but losing ¾ of the stubbie was a bit to much to take
Good to see big Armand “lids” Duxson back on the course on the weekend. After having 5 shots to get past the big tree in the first hole, Lids recovered well to shoot a first up 98. The big fella can sure hit a ball and would be a very good golfer, but his games may be limited by the return of his globe trotting girlfriend Marcia, in early July.
Josh Reading continues in good form with a very good 79 off the stick and is leading the prized ANZ cup. Josh on 132 points, the ever consistent Larry Cameron, and the not so consistent Trent Carter on 133 with Ben Duxson on 135.
Wallaloo Golf Club has the annual trip into Stawell this Thursday to the legacy day dinner. The Golf Club is held in very high esteem by Legacy for the work it does in raising money for this very worth while cause. In what is one of the "must attend day's", for the year, the club is looking forward to a strong field of cashed up golfer's ready to hit the course in 2 weeks time. Even if you are not playing you are more than welcome to join in around the fire and try your luck on the spinning wheel. This year they will present a cheque for $2300.
The only contentious issue on Legacy day is late in the evening when patrons are vigorously debating the right method of cooking the chooks and the method of getting them out of the fire. I’m told that Chris “Entanglement” Webb’s nine iron did a brilliant job last year, but you will get much debate from poor old Tigers supporter Ronny “Gasper” Kinley who is more of a star picket man.
I think Doug “Flogger” and Laurel “Mother of Howard” McLennan will be keeping off the roads on Legacy night. Last year poor old Flogger got the fright of his life. After a red or two with his neighbour pulled out of the drive and only has about 1 km to his turn off so he thought the chance of seeing a cop out Marnoo way at that time of night was minimal, more chance of the muddy running again. To his surprise he sees big set of headlights coming his way. Cautiously he proceeds and gets closer and closer and by this time the car coming towards him had stopped he become even more worried. When he sided up to the car he looks in to see local identity Stewart "Smacka" MacPherson at the wheel with his balaclava on, the Golf Club treasurer Ben Duxson, with a stash full of cash, and another unnamed golfer bowed over asleep on dash board. The boys had had a few frothy's under there belt and where heading back into town. I don't think Flogger should have been the one worried about the cops.
The boys went down in the pennant GF 4 to 1, only Gary “Larry” Cameron came home victorious. But the crew of Larry, John “Be my” Guest, Bruce “Boofhead” Hendy, Lyle “Chopper” Johnson and Entanglement didn’t let the reputation of the club down by being last to leave the clubhouse at Warracknabeal. I’ve also heard that they have a tool-of-the-week at one of the Minyip pubs and guess what, Entaglement won it for this week.
We had a 100 draw at the cricket club on Sunday. People buy tickets for $100 and you count down until the last one and he or she takes the booty home. Well local, Ben “Lucky” Duxson managed second place with $750 and the winner, who pocketed $2500 was the bloke that organized the show.
The flyer for the 1987 footy reunion has just hit my desk thanks to Sandy “The Know All” McGregor and it looks like a night not to be missed. I’m just wondering what sort of music the Clip Clop Club play?
It’s a very golfy issue this week and thanks to my spies that sent the info down the line.
Remember to tell your friends about the blog, you can also add your comments if you like, go to http://thesquarelegfiles.blogspot.com
That’s about enough for this week
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Another week slides by and things in the Marnoo area look as good as anywhere, let’s hope by the time you read this another dollop of rain will have eventuated.
I’m told the “Royal” pennant team has made the grand final, this is a huge effort because I think they dropped a game earlier in the season. I’m sure they will perform admirably.
They football reunion late in July shouldn’t be an event to be missed, let’s hope that everyone who was involved with the club at the time can make it along. I’m looking forward to the interview with former coach “Jumping” John Drum, I’m pretty sure things haven’t changed to much.
I’m told that former native Anthony “Son of Jim” Barham got a mention on the footy show a week or so back. A question was aimed at his former boss Eddie “Gone” McGuire about his appointment at Carlton with another former Magpie Greg Swan. Eddies simply said “Next Question”. Obviously he doesn’t like people leaving the Magpie nest.
Laen legend Ross “Ha Ha” Loats struck success over the weekend by winning Australian cock of the year. He has been breeding his feathered friends for many years now and winning this event would like winning the Melbourne Cup for a horse breeder. When interviewed on the news he simply said “Well I think we’ll breed from him, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha”
I went to the footy on Saturday night with three former natives, Brothers Andrew (Clown), David (Towser) Newall, John “Fruity” Nisbet and myself joined the other 60 odd thousand in what was a close and exciting game. The two Newall boys follow in their famous father’s footsteps by following the Bombers and as you know I am a Tigers man and “Fruity” as you know is a one eyed Bulldog. I asked him who he was barracking for and he said “Tigers because bloody Webb barracks for Essendon”. We were somewhat out numbered as the Newell boys Uncle and Cousin (on Helens side) who were sitting next to us also followed the Dons.
Another cousin to the Newalls is Cam Howat who plays on the wing for the Tigers and he managed to get us in the Tigers rooms after the game in the hope that I (yes me struggling little reporter from the banks of Lake Mulwala) could get an interview with the great man “Richo”. Unfortunately Richo had to knock back the interview as he was a little bit angry.
“She ain’t over (The drought) til the creeks are running and the dams are full” that’s what local legend John “Jack” Cameron told me some time ago and I would have to agree with him as things can dry out quickly.
There was a few belly laughs from the locals down Wallaloo way last weekend as the Glendemar crew have decided to do a bit of pasture cropping (sowing cereals into winter dormant perennial pastures). Having sold the grouper 3 or 4 years ago it was back to the bags. I’m thinking there wouldn’t be too many around that use bags these days.
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Enough from me
I’m told the “Royal” pennant team has made the grand final, this is a huge effort because I think they dropped a game earlier in the season. I’m sure they will perform admirably.
They football reunion late in July shouldn’t be an event to be missed, let’s hope that everyone who was involved with the club at the time can make it along. I’m looking forward to the interview with former coach “Jumping” John Drum, I’m pretty sure things haven’t changed to much.
I’m told that former native Anthony “Son of Jim” Barham got a mention on the footy show a week or so back. A question was aimed at his former boss Eddie “Gone” McGuire about his appointment at Carlton with another former Magpie Greg Swan. Eddies simply said “Next Question”. Obviously he doesn’t like people leaving the Magpie nest.
Laen legend Ross “Ha Ha” Loats struck success over the weekend by winning Australian cock of the year. He has been breeding his feathered friends for many years now and winning this event would like winning the Melbourne Cup for a horse breeder. When interviewed on the news he simply said “Well I think we’ll breed from him, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha”
I went to the footy on Saturday night with three former natives, Brothers Andrew (Clown), David (Towser) Newall, John “Fruity” Nisbet and myself joined the other 60 odd thousand in what was a close and exciting game. The two Newall boys follow in their famous father’s footsteps by following the Bombers and as you know I am a Tigers man and “Fruity” as you know is a one eyed Bulldog. I asked him who he was barracking for and he said “Tigers because bloody Webb barracks for Essendon”. We were somewhat out numbered as the Newell boys Uncle and Cousin (on Helens side) who were sitting next to us also followed the Dons.
Another cousin to the Newalls is Cam Howat who plays on the wing for the Tigers and he managed to get us in the Tigers rooms after the game in the hope that I (yes me struggling little reporter from the banks of Lake Mulwala) could get an interview with the great man “Richo”. Unfortunately Richo had to knock back the interview as he was a little bit angry.
“She ain’t over (The drought) til the creeks are running and the dams are full” that’s what local legend John “Jack” Cameron told me some time ago and I would have to agree with him as things can dry out quickly.
There was a few belly laughs from the locals down Wallaloo way last weekend as the Glendemar crew have decided to do a bit of pasture cropping (sowing cereals into winter dormant perennial pastures). Having sold the grouper 3 or 4 years ago it was back to the bags. I’m thinking there wouldn’t be too many around that use bags these days.
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Enough from me
Monday, May 21, 2007
This is a very quiet time for a struggling little reporter from the banks of Lake Mulwala, as most people are fully occupied on tractors. I’m told that it is all going in really well and we can only look forward to a bumper season for all.
I am an avid ABC listener and tune in to ABC Riverina up here. I feel as though I am almost home as Graeme Ellen does the grain report and Chris Webb does the weather. It would be great if they could find a “Jack” Cameron to do the political report!!
Look out now at the Royal, I managed to find a little bit I had stashed away to sponsor a couple of “Baggy Greens”. I recon one could go to the highest net score of the day and the other to anyone who got a hundred. I will leave that up to the captain but they should be there in a couple of weeks.
SLF favourite Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson is in red hot form on the course shooting a 73 off the stick, it is strongly rumoured that he will also reach country golfing immortality, single figures.
The head honchos at the Royal are eagerly licking there lips as Legacy day draws closer, I told that another big day is expected and if reports are right this potentially could be one of the biggest.
I managed to get to the local footy last Sunday as my team took on Corowa/Rutherglen. One person I didn’t see at the game was everyone’s mate Graeme “Old Maaaaate” McNolty. If he had of been there I would have seen him as I scanned the perimeter of the ground many a time looking for that unmistakable figure, but nothing. I’m guessing he would have been partaking in his new found passion, gardening.
Everyone is laughing at my team the Tigers and rightly so at 8 zip, but I’m tipping that followers of clubs who play the Tigers would be feeling a tad worried, nobody wants to be the first to lose to them!
Former Callawadda native Sandy “The Know All” McGregor is enjoying a good run with his jumper Some Are Bent, he has won two $100,000 race in the last three weeks and is now rated the best hurdler in the country. He tells me he needs the money.
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That’s about all for this week.
I am an avid ABC listener and tune in to ABC Riverina up here. I feel as though I am almost home as Graeme Ellen does the grain report and Chris Webb does the weather. It would be great if they could find a “Jack” Cameron to do the political report!!
Look out now at the Royal, I managed to find a little bit I had stashed away to sponsor a couple of “Baggy Greens”. I recon one could go to the highest net score of the day and the other to anyone who got a hundred. I will leave that up to the captain but they should be there in a couple of weeks.
SLF favourite Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson is in red hot form on the course shooting a 73 off the stick, it is strongly rumoured that he will also reach country golfing immortality, single figures.
The head honchos at the Royal are eagerly licking there lips as Legacy day draws closer, I told that another big day is expected and if reports are right this potentially could be one of the biggest.
I managed to get to the local footy last Sunday as my team took on Corowa/Rutherglen. One person I didn’t see at the game was everyone’s mate Graeme “Old Maaaaate” McNolty. If he had of been there I would have seen him as I scanned the perimeter of the ground many a time looking for that unmistakable figure, but nothing. I’m guessing he would have been partaking in his new found passion, gardening.
Everyone is laughing at my team the Tigers and rightly so at 8 zip, but I’m tipping that followers of clubs who play the Tigers would be feeling a tad worried, nobody wants to be the first to lose to them!
Former Callawadda native Sandy “The Know All” McGregor is enjoying a good run with his jumper Some Are Bent, he has won two $100,000 race in the last three weeks and is now rated the best hurdler in the country. He tells me he needs the money.
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That’s about all for this week.
Sunday, May 13, 2007
Hello and welcome to another week of the SLF, I managed to return to the village for a couple of days and catch up with quite a few natives. Boy has the countryside changed since I was over last, let’s hope by the end of this week we can be gasping in the glory of another inch or two.
Good to see Armand “Big Herbie” Duxson back after his adventurous journey overseas, he said he had a great time and boy has he lost some weight. When quizzed about losing the kg’s he said “don’t worry that will be back on soon”. Sure he didn’t spend all of his time Ethiopia!
He’s a cunning old fox is Norm “Guru Norm” Duxson, he and Big Herbie came in the one vehicle to the pub on Friday night. I recon he wanted the big fella backside planted firmly on the tractor seat over the weekend.
The human headline Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson rang Guru Norm and offered to pick Herbie up at the airport last Thursday. “No bloody way, you blokes won’t be home until Tuesday, I’m picking him up myself, there’s work to be done around here” was The Guru’s reply.
Went to the corner shop on Friday night and ended up staying past my bed time but it was good to witness Gary “Larry” Cameron in good form. I’m told she was a tough trip to Adelaide the next day.
I also managed to get a game in at the Royal and I can tell you it was great to be back. The golfing form was pretty ordinary and I got a towelling by Josh “Callaway” Reading who had a 72 off the stick and is now off a nine handicap. I can now use the excuse of being a greens player and not handling the scrapes but over here I use the excuse of being a scrapes player and not handling the green. I just can’t play that’s it!
Callaway doesn’t make many mistakes, I’m tipping he will give the old fella a run for his money come championship time.
Chris “Entanglement” Webb hasn’t lost it. When he was drawn to play Brendan “Hotwire” Pettitt he said “I’ll take the spark out of the electrician”. And he did!
If Trent “Trentee” Carter was a Darren Weir race horse then “Weiry” would be under great suspicion (again). You see after his 71 off the stick he followed it up with a 90 last weekend. Could it be the Webb factor at work again?
I told that they are planning a footy reunion late in July, the details are scratchy but I will dig this one up for next week.
John “Jack” Cameron doesn’t lose form, you see wife Fayzee (Fay) has to go in for the “other” knee operation in June and Jack said “she will have someone to look after when she gets out, Larry will look after her” What about you I said “have enough trouble looking after myself”
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That’s about enough
Good to see Armand “Big Herbie” Duxson back after his adventurous journey overseas, he said he had a great time and boy has he lost some weight. When quizzed about losing the kg’s he said “don’t worry that will be back on soon”. Sure he didn’t spend all of his time Ethiopia!
He’s a cunning old fox is Norm “Guru Norm” Duxson, he and Big Herbie came in the one vehicle to the pub on Friday night. I recon he wanted the big fella backside planted firmly on the tractor seat over the weekend.
The human headline Stewart “Smacka” MacPherson rang Guru Norm and offered to pick Herbie up at the airport last Thursday. “No bloody way, you blokes won’t be home until Tuesday, I’m picking him up myself, there’s work to be done around here” was The Guru’s reply.
Went to the corner shop on Friday night and ended up staying past my bed time but it was good to witness Gary “Larry” Cameron in good form. I’m told she was a tough trip to Adelaide the next day.
I also managed to get a game in at the Royal and I can tell you it was great to be back. The golfing form was pretty ordinary and I got a towelling by Josh “Callaway” Reading who had a 72 off the stick and is now off a nine handicap. I can now use the excuse of being a greens player and not handling the scrapes but over here I use the excuse of being a scrapes player and not handling the green. I just can’t play that’s it!
Callaway doesn’t make many mistakes, I’m tipping he will give the old fella a run for his money come championship time.
Chris “Entanglement” Webb hasn’t lost it. When he was drawn to play Brendan “Hotwire” Pettitt he said “I’ll take the spark out of the electrician”. And he did!
If Trent “Trentee” Carter was a Darren Weir race horse then “Weiry” would be under great suspicion (again). You see after his 71 off the stick he followed it up with a 90 last weekend. Could it be the Webb factor at work again?
I told that they are planning a footy reunion late in July, the details are scratchy but I will dig this one up for next week.
John “Jack” Cameron doesn’t lose form, you see wife Fayzee (Fay) has to go in for the “other” knee operation in June and Jack said “she will have someone to look after when she gets out, Larry will look after her” What about you I said “have enough trouble looking after myself”
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That’s about enough
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