WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026
40 years LEAVING HIS MARK George’s of teaching AT CRIB POINT POOL
● Daniel van de Wiel
■ A new mural by Mornington Peninsula artist Daniel van de Wiel is making a splash at Crib Point Pool. Created to celebrate the pool’s 50-year milestone, the mural’s connection to community and the local landscape, the mural reflects local birdlife and the relaxed rhythm of coastal life that has shaped generations of summers since 1975. The final design was shaped by consultation with the community, following a process that invited locals to vote on their preferred concept – ensuring the artwork truly reflects a shared sense of place. Known for his large-scale public artworks and expressive visual style, Mr van de Wiel’s mural brings movement and warmth to the space, transforming the pool surrounds into a welcoming visual landmark for locals and visitors. He said that creating the mural was about reflecting the energy and nostalgia tied to outdoor pools. “I wanted the mural to feel vibrant, playful and connected to the natural environment, much like summer at the pool,” he said.
SCORPIONS PLAY IN HERITAGE ROUND
■ The City of Casey is inviting residents to come together and celebrate a significant sporting milestone at the Casey Demons Heritage Round. Held at Casey Fields on Sunday (June 14), the Springvale Scorpions Football Club — now the Casey Demons — will celebrate 30 years since its historic 1996 premiership win, during the VFL and VFLW double-header against Essendon. City of Casey Mayor Cr Stefan Koomen said, “Heritage Round is a chance to honour the legacy of the Springvale Scorpions. With just 13 seconds remaining in the 1996 VFA Grand Final, Graeme Yeats’ match-winning goal created a moment that still resonates with players, supporters and the wider community. “2026 also marks two decades since Casey Fields hosted its first VFL game between the Casey Scorpions and the Box Hill Hawks. Casey Fields has been a cornerstone of our local sporting community, hosting high-quality VFL matches and providing a pathway for talented players to grow and succeed. I encourage everyone to come along to Heritage Round, and be part of the celebration.”
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● George Massouris ■ George Massouris has been mentioned in Parliament for his 40 years of service. “Mr Massouris is the Assistant Principal of Cranbourne Secondary College, and I am always bumping into his past students,” said Cranbourne MLA Pauline Richards. “People talk about him in the fondest possible terms. Decades of service is no small thing. I would also like to take the opportunity to commend Andrew Burgmeier, our amazing principal from Cranbourne West Primary School, for his 55 years in education. “These extraordinary educators are a credit to our community, and I am very grateful,” Ms Richards said.
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● Cr Stefan Koomen, Mayor