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Lake Bolac Eel Festival

Locality: Lake Bolac, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5350 2204

Address: Frontage Road 3351 Lake Bolac, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.eelfestival.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Explore this year's NAIDOC theme and ways of introducing the theme in your classroom at our Webinar for educators. This year's NAIDOC theme Always Was, Always Will Be recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for thousands of generations. This webinar will explore this year's theme and ways that you can introduce the theme with your students in the classroom. Victorian resources and suggestions for activities based on the Victorian Curriculum will be shared. Suitable for Victorian Primary and Secondary Teachers. Further information and tickets available below. #NAIDOC #alwayswasalwayswillbe

25.01.2022 Parks Victoria has a fantastic opportunity for a Team Leader at Brambuk in this Designated Aboriginal Position (DAP)

25.01.2022 Anyone in a choir? This is for you. And feel free to share with us if you have any recordings. Our spirits need a little uplifting. #choirs #goodforthesoul

24.01.2022 Paperback and ebook now available on line of my new book The Heart of the Bubble- set in the time of corona - looking for teachers to bring it to the kids... bulk discounts available.. http://traceballa.yolasite.com/the-heart-of-the-bubble---eb

24.01.2022 FUNDING OPPORTUNITY The Victorian Music Industry Recovery Program offers grants to Victorian-based contemporary music industry artists, workers, businesses ...and organisations who have been impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19). Music professionals from all genres are eligible including: artists/bands performers agents managers promoters bookers sound and lighting technicians music industry businesses and organisations. Applications close 5pm, 22 October 2020. Guidelines and how to apply via: http://bit.ly/CVvmirr

24.01.2022 Yes please...who else wants to join in? Get connected to Nature from home! As part of the Victorian Nature Festival jump online to our live event.... Budj Bim Tour 11am Tuesday 29 September Facebook Live event Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Budj Bim landscape with a peak at how Traditional Owners used the lava flows of the Budj Bim area to trap and harvest eels and live in Victoria's South-West. This event will be led by Budj Bim Tours who will explain how Traditional Owners used the waterways to create one of the oldest forms of aquaculture. https://fb.me/e/23vIGdIPO #itsinournature #vicnaturefestival

24.01.2022 Iso photos - surely there are lots in the EF Community #callingallphotographers #amateurphotographer #professional

24.01.2022 Wonderful wetlands ... we are wandering in them next week! Thanks to ongoing restrictions meaning we can't have a big group sloshing around in here, we have rec...orded a virtual field day looking at the Wetland Intervention Monitoring Program being undertaken with the support of farmers and researchers at the Arthur Rylah Institute. Tune in to see what quadrats, sheep, and prehistoric algae all have in common. 1pm Thursday January 21 on the @GlenelgHopkinsCMA Facebook page National Landcare Program

23.01.2022 For those in isolation - share or tag if you know someone who may be interested. #festivaloftibet #July6

23.01.2022 WHAT TO DO IN LOCKDOWN 2.0 Tip 1 #listentothis #neilmurray #lakebolaceelfestival... #helpingtokeepyouotherwiseoccupied See more

23.01.2022 This is our song to help explain coronavirus & lockdowns to little people. A lot of big people told us it’s helped them too. We originally put this out in Apri...l 2020 and the original video had around 250,000 views, but our page was stolen and that video disappeared. If you shared this back in April, it’s no longer on your timeline, it just says ‘this content is unavailable’. So here it is again, or maybe this is the first time you’ve seen it, either way we’re glad it’s found it’s way to you. We’re now posting this in September 2020, in Melbourne, where we are back in stage 4 lockdown. So it remains very relevant where we are. What a time to be alive. Hang in there everyone Listen / stream / download ‘Stay Home’ here: https://abcmusic.lnk.to/stayhome #stayhome #lockdown #coronavirus

22.01.2022 Interesting particularly when there have been zero cases recorded locally #lakebolac #3351 All for ensuring our Community stays safe and for a conservative/precautionary approach but...

22.01.2022 Something of interest for our Melbourne 'Friends of the Eel Festival'. #supportingtheenvironment #PeoplePower

22.01.2022 Congratulations Australia! Together, we counted a record-breaking 4.8 million birds! "The increase in sightings reflects the huge surge in interest we've... seen in birds in 2020, " says Sean Dooley, our National Public Affairs Manager. "This year in particular, birds have provided a sense of hope and joy for many of us - so it is no surprise that more people than ever have been getting out and joining in the fun." We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to every one of you that helped make this event such a success in 2020 - whether you used the #AussieBirdCount hashtag, encouraged your friends, family, school or workplace to get counting - or simply took the plunge and had a go for your very first time! Thank you for all of your lovely comments and photos. A HUGE thanks also to our amazing team of 12 Chief Counters who pitched in and spread the #AussieBirdCount message far and wide across TV, radio and all the socials! The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is over, but we'll leave the app and website open until 11:59PM AEDT Wednesday 28th October for you to submit any backdated checklists. You can edit the date and time on your checklists by clicking on the date and/or time and adjusting accordingly. After this date, our Aussie Backyard Bird Count team will be collating, vetting and analysing the data. We hope to have the results ready for you in November - watch this space... Keen to keep counting for conservation? Stay tuned, for our next post will introduce our Birds in Backyards survey program. And last but not least - the lucky winners of our incredible prizes will be announced via email on 9th November. #AussieBirdCount #BirdLifeOz #UrbanBirds #BirdsinBackyards #Birdata #CitizenScience #CitSciOz #cuppawiththebirds #birdingathome

22.01.2022 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT Dear friends of the Eel Festival The Lake Bolac Eel Festival Committee has made the difficult decision that due to the continuing uncertainty with COVID-19 we will not be able to hold a festival in the usual format in March 2021. ... It is impossible to plan ahead while we cannot be sure of what will be allowed by way of events and social gatherings next March. We feel this decision is necessary to ensure the health and safety of the community, our volunteers, musicians, artists, stall-holders, contractors and of course our wonderful audience. We are looking forward to the next Lake Bolac Eel Festival which is planned for the weekend of March 25th to 27th 2022. We intend to hold one or two smaller events during 2021 either live at Lake Bolac or via online streaming. These events will be well publicised in due course. If you are holding tickets for the 2020 Festival they will be valid for 2022. However, you may request a refund by contacting us via email and quoting your name, quantity and type of tickets and the order ID if you have it. We thank you for your continuing support for the Eel Festival in these tough times and look forward to seeing you in Lake Bolac in March 2022. Kind regards Una Allender Festival Secretary e: [email protected] **Note: we are having some problems with our website. Advice relating to new dates will up uploaded asap. #lakebolac #supportingthearts #regionalarts #southwestsounds #araratlive #grampians #ararat #livemusic #festivals #ghcma

22.01.2022 After an incredibly successful series of July online Weaving Circles, we are continuing to offer these in August. Join Gunditjmara artist & master weaver aunty Bronwyn Razem in an online Weaving Circle. Connect & find community through this ancient tradition, learn to weave a Meeting Place and contribute to our COVID-19 community art project - the Giant Tapestry of Connection

22.01.2022 Some good news . Live music locally

22.01.2022 Following the path of the migrating eels. The Lake Bolac Eel Festival Healing Walk began when Lake Bolac local, and acclaimed musician and author, N...eil Murray, had the idea of walking with Traditional Owners along the Hopkins River, following the path of the migrating eels. The first walk took place in 2005 and preceded the first Lake Bolac Eel Festival, Kuyang Lapakira Plenty Eels. A Healing Walk has taken place before each festival since then. It helps connect attendees quietly to the land. In the latest issue of Victorian Landcare & Catchment Management magazine, Jodie Honan, member of the South Beach Wetlands and Landcare Group shares her experience of the 2019 walk https://tinyurl.com/yy8o7tnc See more

21.01.2022 And pop into Lake Bolac if you are travelling through. The lake and district is looking wonderful. #offtherailsdunkeld

21.01.2022 Lance Lloyd was to be one of our speakers at the 2020EF forum. Here is an article about Winton Wetlands he has been involved with. #thelakeashome #wellcredentialed #waterecology

21.01.2022 YOUNG ARTISTS OF THE SOUTH WEST Are you passionate about your art, aged 15-19 and based in South West Victoria? This could be for you. . Regional Arts Victoria... is seeking young people based in the south west and interested in being involved in a 12 month program that will include being mentored and learning how to have a practice in the arts. All art forms apply to this opportunity. Applications close 9 November. . More information: https://strategy.rav.net.au//opportunity-for-young-artists See more

21.01.2022 Shortnotice but hopefully of interest

20.01.2022 #NAIDOC2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe

20.01.2022 POSITION AVAILABLE south west region *Creative Leaders Project Coordinator* Regional Arts Victoria is excited to announce a position available for a Project C...oordinator, part-time on a two year contract, based in this region. . The applicant does not need to have arts experience but an interest in the arts is ideal. The role will support young people in their aspirations to create pathways to an arts practice or career. . Applications close Monday 17 August. Details at the link: . http://www.rav.net.au//regionalartsvictoria-positiondescri

20.01.2022 In need of an inspirational distraction? Share with us your spring photos

19.01.2022 Deakin University. Warrnambool are so pleased to promote this PhD Scholarship, offered in collaboration with the Warrnambool Art Gallery, to undertake research on the art, culture and history of the Aboriginal nations of South-West Victoria. They are seeking applications from Gunditjmara/Maar Nation candidates with a research background. You will have flexibility to co-design your own research program to match your goals, interests and skills. Applications close 30 July.

19.01.2022 COVID-19 Community Health Survey The Grampians Pyrenees Integrated Health Promotion and Prevention Network are interested in changes to health and lifestyle that have occurred during COVID-19 pandemic. Your responses will help the team plan for ways to help the community stay healthy in these trying times and beyond. Survey to be completed by Monday 7th September. Link to Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZVG8QWS

18.01.2022 Congratulations Trace Balla author/illustrator

18.01.2022 Some photos from the Harmony Day concert featuring Glynn Coulson, Jim Williams and Phil & Trudy Edgeley.

18.01.2022 Beautiful #araratgallery #worthavisit

17.01.2022 CHANGE of VENUE CONFIRMED Today’s Harmony Day event will now be held in the Lake Bolac Memorial Hall due to the weather . Starting time remains unchanged

17.01.2022 The General Jeffery Soil Health Award is open to any individual farmer, land manager, extension specialist or educator who is making an outstanding contribution to improving soil health in Australia. NOMINATIONS OPEN DECEMBER 5 AND CLOSE MARCH 31, 2021.

17.01.2022 WOORNDOO LAND PROTECTION GROUP ANNUAL COMMUNITY DAY (online this year) The wonderful grasslands at Woorndoo (20k's south of Lake Bolac). >>When next in the district, familiarise yourself with the area. ... >>Now is a great time too see, both here and on some roadsides, the results of many volunteer hours in protecting and expanding native vegetation. See more

17.01.2022 Threatened species day

17.01.2022 Consultation closes 11.59 tonight (30 Nov) #goodfortheenvironment #goodforwaterways

17.01.2022 Entries for this years Upstart Singer-Songwriter Award are now open. The UpStart Award is an annual grant of $10,000 to an emerging Victoria singer-songwriter ...with the winner to be decided by an expert panel comprising of Victorian artists Rebecca Barnard and Charles Jenkins, and a range of industry experts from community radio, retail, and streaming services. Applications open TODAY and close on August 31st. The winner will be announced and interviewed on The Breakfast Spread on PBS 106.7FM Melbourne in mid-November. All entries should be sent to [email protected] For more details and to see the full list of eligibility criteria, head to http://upstart.org.au/

16.01.2022 Thank you, backyard birdwatchers! During Covid-19 restrictions in April, Australian citizen scientists submitted a whopping ten times the number of backyard bird surveys to BirdLife Australias Birdata app than the same time last year. What many of you twitchy heroes might not realise is that your efforts provided critical information on the whereabouts and likely feeding preferences of many bird species that were displaced by last summers devastating bushfires. This data is... vital for conservation groups and governments to direct bushfire recovery efforts, including which areas might be important for controlling invasive predators, providing supplementary feeding and installing nest boxes. So if youve been contributing your observations thank you and please keep going! If you havent submitted any observations yet but would like to, please click below for more information and recommendations on which apps or programs might be most suitable for your level of birdwatching experience and location: https://theconversation.com/birdwatching-increased-tenfold-

15.01.2022 The Lake Bolac Eel Festival Committee and Friends are devastated to learn of the recent desecration of the Kuyang Stone Arrangement. The Lake Bolac Eel Festival (Kuyang Lapakira) has been, and continues to be, a significant gathering place for people who care for the environment, respect Aboriginal cultural heritage and foster reconciliation and mutual respect and understanding between indigenous and non-indigenous peoples. We offer our full support to the Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation and Traditional Owners and it is our intention to work towards providing assistance and support for the protection of this sacred site.

15.01.2022 How's this for a fantastic new online resource? "The 50 Words Project" makes words from local Indigenous languages available for every Australian to hear and learn, using a map, no matter where you are travelling in Australia! https://bit.ly/3fEp77V

15.01.2022 Congratulations Archie.

15.01.2022 Trace was to be at the 2020 Eel Festival - but that wasn't to be, but fans can support Trace by joining her online. #supportingartists #lakebolaceelfestival #highlyrecommend

15.01.2022 We recently announced a number of grants that are now available for artists, organisations and Local Government Authorities. Here are some quick guides to expl...ain what they are. Be sure to be in touch with any questions you may have, we are here to help guide you through the application process. All funding information is available here: http://www.rav.net.au/funding-opportunities/

14.01.2022 Regional artists, arts organisations and communities, you may be eligible for the Regional Arts Fund Recovery grant (up to $30,000). Recovery grants are designe...d to meet the medium-term recovery needs of artists, organisations and communities. Projects in this program should focus on activities that assist in recovery from the impacts of COVID-19. Find out more here: http://www.rav.net.au/funding-opportuni/raf-recovery-boost/

14.01.2022 #goodfortheenvironment #goodforfuturegenerations #goodforthesoul

14.01.2022 Start counting the Aussie Backyard Bird Count starts TODAY! You can submit as many different counts as you like throughout the week, as long as each count la...sts for 20 minutes. Download the app or head to The Aussie Backyard Bird Count website to get started... https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/ Today we will launch the Aussie Backyard Bird Count Broadcast - live on Facebook and YouTube! Join our Chief Counters and BirdLife supporters around the nation as we celebrate all things BIRD! *We'll post the live video link to the Facebook event page when we kick off on Monday, so keep your eyes peeled for that* Run time by timezone: 12pm 2pm AEDT (NSW/ACT/VIC/TAS) 11:30am 1:30pm ACDT (SA) 11am 1pm AEST (QLD) 10:30am 12:30pm ACST (NT) 9am 11am AWST (WA) *Don't worry if you miss the livestream - we'll be putting the video online for you to catch up later* #AussieBirdCount #BirdLifeOz #UrbanBirds #BirdsinBackyards #Birdata #CitizenScience #CitSciOz #cuppawiththebirds #birdingathome

13.01.2022 THANKS GLENELG HOPKINS CMA Our final live event for the Victoria Nature Festival is on tomorrow morning. We are hopeful of finding some flowers after yesterday’s glorious warm sun.... There will also be the appearance of baby button wrinkleworts. A reminder daylight savings kicks in overnight so this is 11am DAYLIGHT SAVINGS time (so 10am old time... if you forget to change your clocks overnight. National Landcare Program Threatened Species Commissioner Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning DELWP BarwonSouthWest

13.01.2022 A bit of fun, for a good cause

12.01.2022 Australian story. ABC free to air 8pm tonight

12.01.2022 Devastating news from Lake Bolac This ‘alleged’ damage Is very hard to comprehend. Unbelievable. The stone arrangement is well known locally and has been well documented and there is hope that in time the stones can be reinstated - Not easy but it can be done. ... The appropriate agencies are all aware of the situation and investigations underway. https://www.abc.net.au//lake-bolac-aboriginal-e/100049446

11.01.2022 Not to be missed...

11.01.2022 In this good article related to truth-telling, in the end, about the way forward, is "The only thing we can do is walk, and keep lifting up our people, and welcoming those who are willing to open their eyes to us." The Uluru Statement said similar: "...We invite you to walk with us in a movement of the Australian people for a better future."

10.01.2022 28 Sept to 10 Oct ONLINE NATURE FESTIVAL

10.01.2022 We’re not alone

10.01.2022 There are many ways to help our little aussie native critters - endangered, threatened, reclusive, cute, not as cute. #platypusspot is one way

10.01.2022 An EF2020 project that was still completed but as we know, no festival for it to make its debut. A sculpture of the yellow tailed black cockatoo by the very talented Natimuk artist Dave Jones #transience and ably assisted by Ararat College students. And a stable mate for our previous projects, an emu and a brolga, who will be dusted off definitely for the 2022 Lake Bolac Eel Festival and hopefully for some smaller events in 2022.... #staytuned #lakebolac See more

10.01.2022 https://apraamcos.com.au//apply-for-a-1000-creative-recov/

09.01.2022 Always Was Always Will Be This NAIDOC Week (8-15 November) we celebrate and acknowledge the spiritual and cultural connections to this country for at least 65,0...00 years, of our First Nations partners. The Coastal Connections Project is one of the many great projects Glenelg Hopkins CMA works on in partnership with Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation. Part of Coastal Connections aims to enhance and protect wetland habitat for the critically endangered Australasian bittern. Gunditjmara Traditional Owners are leading this work across the World Heritage listed Budj Bim Cultural Landscape - particularly on their Tyrendarra and Kurtonitj properties. Cultural burns are being undertaken to create habitat mosaics to increase access to food and sites suitable for nesting benefitting bitterns and many other wetland species found in the area. This project is one of several that include Tradional-owner-led cultural burning supported by Glenelg Hopkins CMA. Others include the Red Tails of the Glenelg Plain - working to protect food sources and habitat of the south eastern red-tailed black cockatoo, a culturally significant species; and the Victorian Volcanic Plains project - aiming to enhance and protect endangered temperate grasslands and related species, in part by reinstating regular cool burning regimes. Funding for these projects is provided by Glenelg Hopkins CMA through the Australian Government's National Landcare Program. #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC You can see how the cultural burns are undertaken and the importance of Traditional Owner experience here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FHAEEh9lhw Note: Some of these images were taken prior to covid mask/physical distancing restrictions.

09.01.2022 90 years on, the Uluru Statement seeks a First Nations to Parliament enshrined in the Constitution. Constitutional reform has been a goal of Aboriginal activists from very early on. Learn more about that history of reform advocacy here:

08.01.2022 PROTECTING THE GRAMPIANS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvxW3U9n6RQ #thegrampians #foxes #feralcats #protectingnativespecies #goodneighbours #jointeffort

08.01.2022 State Government announces live music venue grants package Live venues in Victoria will be able to apply for $15 million in grants to pay wages and basic bu...siness expenses. The Victorian Live Music Venues Program will be open to venues with a capacity of 50 to 1,200 people. It will support venues that have a solid reputation for presenting original live music and demonstrate best practice in business operations. Venues have been a vital part of our music culture and economy hosting thousands of gigs a week, providing a vital career-making platform for artists and employment for industry workers," Minister for Creative Industries Martin Foley said. Businesses can apply through the Creative Victoria website from July 16th. Are you missing live gigs in Warrnambool?

08.01.2022 Reconciliation Victoria is seeking expressions of interest to fill vacancies on our Board at our upcoming Annual General Meeting in November. Successful candidates will be elected at the AGM for a 3-year term. There is the possibility, for the right candidate, to be elected by the Board as the new non-Aboriginal Co-Chair post-AGM. We encourage you to share this opportunity with your networks and tap potential candidates on the shoulder. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and women are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information, visit our website below.

08.01.2022 Great to see Eel Fest veterans winning ARIAs...

07.01.2022 Fiery Creek flowing into Lake Bolac Thanks for the footage #beyondbolaccatchmentactiongroup #alwaysexciting

07.01.2022 Happy birthday to one of our long term supporters....the local Community Bank. Owned by locals and profits donated to local groups including the #lakebolaceelfestival #supportlocally #BankLocally #needbankingservices #givethemacall #communitybank #lakebolac

07.01.2022 In need of an inspirational distraction? Share with us your 'spring' photos

06.01.2022 Tours re-opening 28th October!!!! Go to www.budjbimtours.net for more information

05.01.2022 Another reason to support the creation of more predator free areas for our native animals . Well done to all involved. #savethebandicoot

05.01.2022 FUNDING FOR MUSICIANS Applications are now open for Creative Victoria's Music Works Grants. This program invests in the development and support of Victoria's co...ntemporary music artists and music industries, providing support for projects and programs that will sustain, develop and grow Victoria's contemporary music sector, increase employment and build cultural and economic outcomes. . The next round will have a dedicated regional and outer-metro stream. Closes 15 February. . https://creative.vic.gov.au/grants-and-suppo//music-works See more

05.01.2022 How often do you hear Conservation genomics of the short-finned eel (Anguilla australis)? Yes, this is indeed a specialised scholarship opportunity! For those who can relate to the above, here is your chance!

05.01.2022 Love this...for those with land.

04.01.2022 Highly recommend if you are free at 11am to join in. Plus keep it on your list of #mustseeinperson when restrictions permit.

04.01.2022 What Land are you on or from? Tell us and be part of our NAIDOC Week celebration video! This year, NAIDOC Week will be held from November 8 - 15. NAIDOC Week is... about celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Straits Islander voices, cultures and histories. The Indigenous Literacy Foundation is participating in the week and theme, ‘Always Was, Always Will Be,’ by producing a film montage with submissions from First Nations peoples across the country. If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identifying person, we’d like to hear from you! We want to create a deadly video showcasing all different mobs and what Country/Land you're from or living on. Learn more and get involved here: https://bit.ly/30lQptl #NAIDOC2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe #NAIDOC National NAIDOC

04.01.2022 Set your alarms . Join us - from your own home - bright and early tomorrow morning for a sunrise walk of this amazing area Nature Glenelg Trust have worked hard with a huge range of volunteers and partners to restore. Looking forward to seeing the birdlife on the water and listening to the frogs in reeds with you all. BirdLife Australia Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning DELWP GrampiansDELWP BarwonSouthWest ABC Ballarat ABC South West VIC Mixx889 ... This event is part of the broader Victoria Nature Festival running from 28 September to 11 October, showcasing Victoria's nature ... virtually! Check out www.vic.gov.au/ournature to see how you can stay at home and still enjoy our wonderful environment. Picture credit: Greg Kerr, NGT

03.01.2022 Ribbit ribbit....or is it a bonk bonk bonk #frogs

03.01.2022 #lookuptothesky

03.01.2022 Great video from @expressionaustralia which will help those who sign during these mask wearing times. Dont know about you, but Im going to try and incorporate them into my everyday. #tellpeopleyouaresmiling

03.01.2022 Love where you live .. and the great dedicated people doing fantastic things #respect

02.01.2022 VIRTUAL WALK OCT 4 SW Volcanic Plains What a great idea. https://facebook.com/events/s/grassland-walk/405698970413960/?ti=as

02.01.2022 Help Jean Hailes for Womens Health better understand the health information needs and behaviours of women living in Australia by completing this years annual Womens Health Survey. It only takes 15 minutes and is anonymous. Find it here: https://go.jeanhailes.org.au/survey2020

02.01.2022 GREAT GARIWERD BIRD SURVEY Learn identification, ecological and surveying skills as part of a 10-week bird monitoring program Applications for the Great Gariwerd Bird Survey are now open! Parks Victoria in partnership with Nature Glenelg Trust, are seeking Volunteers from south west Victoria to help survey birds in Grampians National Park (Gariwerd).... Volunteers will take part in a free 10-week bird monitoring course by behavioural ecologist Dr Greg Kerr in your choice of Halls Gap or Dunkeld. https://www.parks.vic.gov.au//v/great-gariwerd-bird-survey

01.01.2022 #supportforthearts