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.
Sunday, November 18, 2007
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
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