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One-hour bus wait ‘insult’

By Cameron Tait

Werribee South has been le in the lurch by changes to Wyndham’s bus network,withcommuterswaitingupto 60 minutes for bus arrivals.

In July, Public Transport Victoria announced new services and frequencies would be introduced across the city from early next year to coincide with the opening of the $4.3 billion Regional Rail Link in April.

e changes will include eight Wyndham routes running every 20 minutes during the weekday peak.

Five direct bus routes will operate between Werribee, Hoppers Crossing and Williams Landing train stations and the new Wyndham Vale and Tarneit stations along Ballan, Tarneit, Derrimut, Morris and Sayers roads.

An east-west route through Point Cook from Laverton to Hoppers Crossing stations will be reintroduced. But bus frequencies on routes such as the 439 to Werribee South via Werribee Park have already been pushed out to 60 minutes, the same frequency as the 443 from Werribee along Russell Street and Wattle Avenue.

IramoowardcouncillorPeterMaynard said the 60-minute frequencies were insulting.

“It’s not acceptable,” he said. “ ere is no way this would be tolerated in the eastern suburbs. ey would demand 20-minute buses.”

Wyndham council last week opted to endorse PTV’s changes, subject to consideration being given to the introduction of a direct bus route from rst to last train between Wyndham Vale and Werribee stations, demand-responsive buses in areas not serviced by regular routes or for early

or late night services, and an extension of the Green Orbital Smartbus route to Werribee.

Council growth and infrastructure portfolio holder Glenn Goodfellow said Wyndham’s bus network was among the least direct in Melbourne.

“Evenwiththepoorfrequency,patchy coverageandrestrictedhoursofservice; bus usage is higher than average and patronage has doubled in recent years.”

‘‘ We would argue for a more exible service ’’ - Chris Higgs

Cr Goodfellow said. “[PTV’s] proposal tohavemoredirect,frequentandlonger hours of service along main roads has a drawback; it means over 15,000 homes will be more than 800 metres from a bus route.”

With only one of the Wyndham’s existing six bus routes running until 9pm, Wyndham Transport Advocacy Committee chairman Chris Higgs said extended operating hours or a demand-responsive service with commuters able to ag the night before iftheyrequiredanout-of-hourspick-up, were a must.

“According to PTV, there’s been low patronage on buses in Werribee South –that’s where we would argue for a more exible service,” he said.

PTV spokeswoman Helen Witton saidWyndham’srevampedbusnetwork would provide a signi cant increase in overall frequencies, especially at peak times.“Inmostcases,whereano -peak frequency of 60 minutes might apply, anotherrouterunningevery20minutes will be nearby,” she said.

Geeks gear up for trivial pursuit

Geeks and their alter-egos are taking over Point Cook’s Brook On Sneydes on Friday to help ght cancer. The ultimate sci- and fantasy trivia challenge, organised by Point Cook Geeks, including Mace Gee (above), is a chance for people to show off their inner geek and raise money for the Cancer Council’s Relay for Life. The event, starting at 7.30pm, will feature a cosplay competition, with participants encouraged to dress up as their favourite superheroes or sci- characters, and a ‘fan art expo’, including models made by locals. Tickets cost $20 for adults, while children under 12 can attend for free. Details: pcgtrivianight.eventbrite.com.au

Eviction threat takes toll of Wyndham families

An average of one Wyndham family a day is being issued with a warrant for eviction from a rental property as low-income earners struggle with the cost of living in an outer suburb.

Figures from the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal reveal that in the 2013-14 nancial year, 361 “warrants for possession” were issued for rental properties in Wyndham. Tarneit had the highest number of warrants, with 96 granted by the tribunal.

Wyndham tops the Victorian warrant gures, with Brimbank the next-highest with 338.

ewarrantsallowlandlordstoevicttenants, but not all warrants result in evictions.

Wyndham Legal Service manager Denis Nelthorpe said Wyndham had one of the highest warrant of possession rates in the state. He said people moved into the area because it was regarded as having cheap rents, but many families found that the cost-of-living in Wyndhamwasuna ordable,withbillsforcars, petrol and CityLink adding up.

Mr Nelthorpe said single mothers on Newstart payments were most likely to receive possession warrants because they didn’t receive

‘‘ They need to take their children

out

of school … ’’

- Denis Nelthorpe

enough money from Centrelink to a ord privaterentals. eservicerunsatenancyclinic thatsupportspeoplewhohavebeenissuedwith notices to vacate their rental properties.

Mr Nelthorpe said a small number of tenants actually appeared at VCAT to prevent a warrant being issued, adding that many

Lakes loses ‘suburb’ bid

Manor Lakes residents have lost their bid to have the estate recognised as a suburb. Wyndham council received a petition from the Manor Lakes Residents Association in September last year calling for the change from Wyndham Vale, despite the use of estate and commercial titles – such as Manor Lakes – not complying with state government naming guidelines.

In June, the council referred the request to the O ce of Geographic Names (OGN) seeking an exemption to the guidelines, but this was denied. A report presented to last Monday’s council meeting revealed the OGN wrotetothecouncillastmonthacknowledging community support for the name change and the association’s 1050-signature petition, but it ruled the principles of the naming guidelines

were “fundamental in ensuring public safety, provision of emergency services and the delivery of goods and services”.

Iramoo ward councillor Peter Maynard said he was stunned by the decision, saying there was already a secondary college, medical centre and street signs carrying the Manor Lakes name. He encouraged the community to continue its campaign.

were too scared to complain about the notices because they didn’t have enough money to pay their rent or they thought the tribunal would rule against them.

He is calling on the state and federal governments to do more to prevent people being issued with warrants of possession.

“ is is impacting on families. Schools tell us that parents are turning up and saying that they need to take their children out of school,”

Mr Nelthorpe said.

Laura Michell

Cancer fears in Wyndham’s low pap rates

Wyndham women are being urged to do more to reduce their risk of developing cervical cancer, with new statistics revealing the city has one of the lowest pap screening rates in Victoria.

Cancer Council data shows that only 49.6 per cent of Wyndham women were screened in 2011-12, the latest year for which statistics are available.

e city had the third-lowest rate of screening in the state, behind Melbourne (45.7 per cent) and West Wimmera (47.7 per cent). e state average is 60 per cent.

PapScreen Victoria manager Hiranthi Perera said Wyndham’s large migrant population could be a factor in the city’s low screening rate.

“ ere is quite a high proportion of people living in Wyndham who were born overseas in countries where English is not the rst language, so they might not understand the messages around screening,” she said.

“We have been doing a lot of work with culturally and linguistically diverse communities to increase screening rates.

‘‘One of the things we have done is ensure women access information in their own language.

Shesaidtherewasaneedtoensurethat women who had had the HPV vaccine were not becoming complacent.

“We know 80 per cent of women who develop cervical cancer haven’t had regular screening.

‘‘ at proves the e ectiveness of the screening program.

“It might be embarrassing and awkward,butit’sacoupleofminutesthat could save a life.”

Details: www.papscreen.org.au

Laura Michell

No ladder for t reys

Racing up 1642 stairs to the top of Melbourne’s tallest building on a Sunday morning isn’t everybody’s idea of fun.

But for Werribee CFA members Dominic Tri lo, Scott Menzies, Dominique May and Matt Mannix, taking on 88 oors as part of the Eureka Climb on November 16 is an eagerly anticipated challenge.

e climb is billed as one of the highest vertical races in the world. Entrants can walk, run or climb their way to the tower’s skydeck – a 300-metre elevation – as individuals or in teams of four.

It will be the Werribee CFA team’s fourth attempt a er being placed among the top 10 emergency services teams in 2013.

As part of their training, the four reys have been seeking out stairs far and wide.

Mr Menzies said the while the event was a perfect opportunity for re ghters and emergency services to test their tness, the climb was open to everybody.

“It’s about the challenge to push yourself

to get up there and you can go at your own pace,” he said. “As re ghters, we regularly have to go up stairs as part of our job, so for us it’s not only great training but also a team-building exercise.”

e event raises funds for Whitelion, which supports vulnerable young people, and Interplast Australia and New Zealand, which works to improve the quality of life for people disabled as a result of congenital or acquired medical conditions.

e Eureka Climb will also feature an emergency services challenge, with entrants competinginprotectiveclothingandbreathing apparatus.

e climb attracts a mix of top athletes and those who simply want to make it to the nish line. Last year, more than 2500 people from Australiaandoverseastookpartwith$250,000 going to charity. Register online at www. eurekaclimb.com.au.

New criteria for council grants

By Cameron Tait

Wyndham council has revamped its community grants program.

Priority will be given to projects to be completed within 12 months and no projects will be funded for more than three years. e move follows a comprehensive review of the program to ensure it continues to meet the needs of the community.

erevisedprogram,endorsedbycouncillors on September 22, includes six grants categories ranging from $500 to $50,000.

As part of the changes, more support will be providedtoapplicants,includingopportunities to discuss applications with council sta and free grant-writing and project management workshops. While priority will be provided to projects to be nished or self-su cient within 12months,therewillbeprovisionforrecipients to apply for funding for a further two years.

Iramoo ward councillor Peter Maynard said that under the previous community grants program, the council had become a “cash cow” for some organisations. e changes would ensure funding recipients were more accountable and also provided with appropriate support.

Mayor Bob Fairclough said the program would o er a broad range of funding options.

“ ere’s an increased emphasis on projects that will help the city to deliver its strategic

objectives in relation to improved health and wellbeing outcomes, as well as greater environmental sustainability,” he said.

“For the rst time ever, individuals will also be able to apply for up to $500 to undertake small grassroots projects that help to build positive connections between neighbours or creativelyenhancelocalenvironmentsthrough direct community action and activity.”

Grant applications open on October 31. Details: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au

Man held over‘terror pay’

By Goya Dmytryshchak

A 23-year-old Seabrook man yesterday appeared in the Melbourne Magistrates Court charged with funding a US citizen to ght with a terrorist organisation in Syria.

Hassan El Sabsabi was arrested at his home a er more than 100 Victoria Police and Australian Federal Police o cers raided seven properties in ve suburbs at 6.45am the same day.

Search warrants were executed at homes in Seabrook, Broadmeadows, Flemington, Kealba and Meadow Heights as part of Operation Honensalzburg.

Police seized a large number of electronic devices, including computers and hard drives.

e raids by the joint counter-terrorism team were the culmination of an eight-month investigation involving the FBI.

Before the court appearance, Australian Federal Police Assistant Commissioner Neil Gaughan said it was alleged El Sabsabi transferred $12,000 to an American man he knew from social media and that he intended to transfer further funds.

Hesaidpoliceallegedheintentionallymade funds available to a terrorist organisation, knowing it was a terrorist organisation.

“We will allege the organisation was a proscribed terrorist organisation,” Assistant Commissioner Gaughan said.

“We further allege the man provided approximately $12,000 in funds to support a US citizen currently ghting in Syria.

‘‘Wehavegoneearliertoday[Tuesday]aswe are of the view that further funds were about to be transferred to the person in Syria.

“Today was an overt action to resolve the matter. is is the rst time in a terrorism environment that we’re aware that an

Australian citizen has sponsored or paid for a citizen of another country to go into Syria or Iraq to ght.”

Assistant Commissioner Gaughan stressed there was no information or intelligence to indicate the man was involved in planning an attack.

He said El Sabsabi was believed to have been operating by himself. e raids were not connected to Numan Haider, 18, who was shot dead by police outside Endeavour Hills police station a er injuring two o cers with a knife.

Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner Graham Ashton said the raids were conducted in a “low-key manner” because there had been no threat to the community.

“ is is a terrorism nancing case,” he said.

“We didn’t assess there being a signi cant community safety risk or signi cant risk to our o cers.”

He said no explosives, rearms or weapons were seized. El Sabsabi made no application for bail and was remanded in custody until February 7.

Tip gets more clean-up time

e Environment Protection Authority has given Wyndham council until next year to reduce gas emissions and the levels of liquid leaching from its Werribee land ll.

e authority issued the council with two pollution abatement notices in June in relation to pollution of groundwater and elevated land ll gas surface emissions at the Wests Road site.

Should the council fail to comply, it faces nes of up to $300,000 for each o ence and $150,000 for each day the breaches continue.

Western Region Environment Centre director Harry van Moorst said he was still concerned by conditions at the tip.

“Council has clearly broken the rules and the EPA has been far too generous in giving it such a lengthy period to comply,” he said.

e council’s chief executive, Kerry ompson,saiditwasworkingtocomply with the EPA’s requirements.

“Council’s own monitoring ... identi ed that the levels of leachate and land ll gas [methane] emissions were above EPA requirements,”she said.

“Council reported this to the EPA and two Pollution Abatement Notices were issued. Council has until January 30, 2015tobecompliant...andweanticipate work to be completed well before the deadline.” EPA spokesman Terry Se on con rmed the council was meeting the conditions attached to the notices.

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Kevin Hillier says Julia Gillard on TV isn’t the woman he knows

Iwas interested to watch the Julia Gillard Special with Ray Martin on Channel 9 the other night because she’s our former federal MP in Lalor, a former Prime Minister and someone I have met on numerous occasions. She was promoting her book, My Story, and I have no problem with that. My problem, and Julia is certainly not unique here, was the di erence between the person I know and the one we saw on television. Politicians have media advisers who teach them how to deal with the press. Wrong. Don’t deal with the press; be yourself. e Julia I know is likeable and engaging. She’s cheeky, self-e acing and down to earth. e one I see on television is stern, evasive, territorial and contrived. e Julia I have met is tactile, and, yes, I have kissed a Prime Minister on the cheek on more than one occasion (Julia, not Kevin). Julia’s body language on TV makes it look as if she’s wearing a bullet-proof vest that will explode if the interviewer comes within cooee. Other representatives at all levels of government su er from it, too. is isn’t about politics,

as such, but about the political machine that turns normal people into political animals. I want to be represented by a human being, not a political animal. Image means nothing to me; substance does. I’d say to all those lining up for council positions, state government seats this November or federal politics – be a real person, not a political animal. You’ll be better for it and so will we, your constituents. Your thoughts are welcome.

Got some great feedback on September being the best month of the year, because of the weather, the show, footy nals and the Spring Racing Carnival. I love it all, but I think we may have to change the spellingto$eptemberbecause,ouch,itallcosts so much. How ridiculous that a family ticket of two adults and two children at the show is $82, while two adults and one child is $90. e box o ce lady saved me the $8, which I appreciated. I then gave the extra child’s ticket to a family waiting in line, saving them a few

If you have any news or events, let me know at kevin@howdypartnersmedia. com

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Notice is hereby given by Powercor Australia pursuant to Clause 5 of the Code of cutting and removal works on trees that are on public land and within the boundaries of private properties.

These works are scheduled to occur in the municipalities of Wyndham, Melton, Brimbank, Hobsons Bay, Moorabool, Golden Plains and Greater Geelong over the next 60 days in order to maintain the required clearance space around powerlines prescribed by the Code. Where cutting or removal works are to occur on known trees of cultural or environmental significance (as defined in Clause 5 of the Regulations), the relevant party will be contacted and information pertaining to the (a) details of the impact of the cutting or removal and (b) the actions to be taken to minimise that impact, will be provided. Enquiries can be made on 5338 3300.

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Council endorses migrant plans Bus tours for newly arrived residents and regular ‘know your neighbour’ sessions are among initiatives outlined in Wyndham council’s draft four-year multicultural policy and action plan endorsed by councillors last week. Three out of 10 Wyndham residents speak a language other than English at home and more than 50,000 were born overseas. Details: www.wyndham.vic. gov.au. Submissions can be made until October 21 by phoning the council on 9742 0777 or emailing lucy.midolo@ wyndham.vic.gov.au.

Man charged after police raids Following a nine-month investigation, police have charged a Tarneit man, 44, with several offences after raids on properties across Wyndham and Hobsons Bay on September 18. He was arrested as a result of searching a retail outlet in Bladin Street, Laverton, and a house in Seasons Boulevard, Tarneit, during which police found what are alleged to be stolen property and proceeds of crime. The man was charged with handling stolen goods, incitement to handle stolen goods and weapons offences. He was bailed to Melbourne Magistrates Court in January.

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New sports grounds for Tarneit Two rectangular sports grounds with space for a cricket oval and playground will be built at Hummingbird Boulevard Reserve in Tarneit. Work is expected to start this month and be completed by March next year.

Plaza better by the day

By Cameron Tait

Werribee Plaza’s new entertainment precinct is on track to open by April, according to the centre’s manager.

e precinct, now under construction on the Derrimut Road side of the complex, will include fully renovated cinemas, a cluster of restaurants, a relocated library and a tavern, while the adjoining food court will also be revamped.

ecentreisbeingrenamedPaci cWerribee as part of a $370 million redevelopment.

On the Heaths Road side, a new Target store and 50 new speciality stores will open in August next year, with a two-level Myer and more speciality shops to open in mid-2016.

A fresh food precinct, including an Aldi supermarket, will follow at the end of 2016.

Centre manager Jonathan Codman said the entertainment precinct would be a focal point. “Itwillbeournewfrontdoor,”hesaid.“With

all of the construction going on, one of the comments we receive is how quickly the centre is changing – it’s happening almost daily.”

Mr Codman said the redevelopment would result in the overall size of the centre growing from 72,000 to 107,000 square metres. erewouldbe5000carspaces,manyunder cover or underground.

Mr Codman said the centre would feature “modern nishes” and a “very open feeling”, thanks to long skylights and marble oors.

Town steps up childcare ght

Little River residents have launched an online petition urging the federal government to reverse a decision to cut out-of-hours care funding.

As reported by Star Weekly, LittleRiverPrimarySchoolhasbeentold that federal funding for its care program will cease early next year because 2011 census data showed the town was in a major city (Wyndham).

etownhaspreviouslybeenclassi ed as ‘inner regional’, allowing the school to access funding.

e school community fears the program will be closed if the funding is not reinstated, leaving 57 children without care before or a er school.

Residents are aiming to collect 1000 signatures on a petition by next Wednesday. Already, 235 people have signed it.

School council president Gillian Caldwell said parents were concerned about the safety of children should the program close.

She said many residents worked in Geelong or Melbourne and relied on the programtoprovidecarefortheirchildren until they nished work. “If children were forced to walk home to an empty house, on one side of Little River they would need to cross a narrow bluestone bridge with no room for pedestrians and onlyenoughroomfortwocars,’’shesaid. ‘‘On another side they would need to cross an unmanned railway line.”

More details: thepetitionsite.com/ takeaction/158/499/203.

Sophie in ght for life

By Cameron Tait

Until a few months ago, Sophie Radburn was a typical eight-year-old girl with a big smile and infectious personality.

en her parents, Scott and Rita, noticed mild changes in her behaviour.

ey were concerned enough to see a doctor.

“She started walking strangely and lost interest in school,” Mr Radburn said.

“It reached the point where she went to sit on the couch and nearly fell.”

A er a series of specialists were unable to shed light, Sophie underwent a series of tests at the Royal Children’s Hospital. What followed was every parent’s nightmare.

Sophie, of Wyndham Vale, was diagnosed with pilocytic astrocytoma, a brain tumour which typically a ects children.

“It was heartbreaking,” Mr Radburn said.

“We were told it [the tumour] probably rst presented as a wonky eye about a year earlier, and had the optometrist looked at the back of her eye he would have seen it.”

Sophie had emergency brain surgery in June and facesafurther18monthsofchemotherapy.

“Unfortunately, the tumour is the same colour as brain tissue so they can’t risk taking it out,” Mr Radburn said. “She’s started chemotherapyandwe’rewaitingforascannextmonth to nd out if it’s working.”

e ordeal has taken its toll on the family, with Mrs Radburn quitting her job to look a er Sophie and Mr Radburn only just starting to return to work as a truck driver.

“Sophie needs permanent care,” Mr Radburn said. “She can’t go out and play like other children because parts of her skull are now only two millimetres thick; she’s very fragile. e rst time her mum brushed her hair and it started falling out was shattering. We knew

it would happen, but that didn’t make it easier.”

Mr Radburn said the support for Sophie had been overwhelming. “Her school, Our Lady of the Southern Cross primary, has been unbelievable, as have my wife’s workmates at Coles Werribee Central, who made little Sophie badges,” he said.

Front Up Freestyle, a group of Wyndhambased motorcycle stunt riders, has thrown its support behind Sophie and her family, raising $2250 at a show last month.

The Western Health Community Pulse

Some of the biggest developments in the history of Western Health are currently underway and to keep our community informed, we have launched a new quarterly magazine, The Western Health Community Pulse.

In this edition, you can read about:

Organiser Chloe Cassar encouraged the community to come to their October 26 show, which will include jumping castles, face-painting and BMX demonstrations in Laverton North, with all the proceeds going to Sophie. It will be held at Foresite Training, 1 Ban eld Court, Laverton North.

To support Sophie, donations can be made to the bank account Sophie Louise Radburn, BSB 063541, account number 10736746, or visit the ‘Support Sophie Radburn’ Facebook page.

– Western Health is currently working to secure commitments to support capital developments for its two major hospitals, in order to meet rapidly increasing demand across the West of Melbourne.

– Western Health will open intensive care and coronary care services at Sunshine Hospital in 2015. This means some important changes at both Western (Footscray) and Sunshine Hospitals will be taking place.

– To celebrate its 60th birthday this year, Western Hospital will change its name to Footscray Hospital from 1 October 2014..

– Plus much more.

To read more about these stories along with the fantastic research initiatives, staff achievements and fundraising efforts at Western Health, please visit westernhealth.org.au

If you would like a hard copy of the Western Health Community Pulse, please email us at communitypulse@wh.org.au

Tables turned on poverty

A game which started out as an a er-dinner sport played by 19th century English aristocrats is now being used as part of the ght to save the world’s most exploited people.

A group of Wyndham men will take part in a national 24-hour ‘Ping-Pong-A- on’ at Werribee Baptist Church on October 10 and 11 to raise money for organisations supporting children a ected by human tra cking across south-east Asia.

Event founder Adrian Rowse, who has worked for a charity in ailand, said he understood the challenges facing young people as a result of them being born into extreme poverty.

“Many children in south-east Asia are sent by their families to the cities to fend for themselves or to nd work and send money back home to support the rest of their family,”

Mr Rowse said.

“With limited education, no job skills and nowhere to live, most of these young people enduplivingonthestreetsandaredrawninto the sex industry as a means of survival.”

Mr Rowse said organisers hoped to raise more than $100,000 nationally this year.

For more details, or to take part, visit www.pingpongathon.com.

Cameron Tait

DR ALEX SOLTANI

Dr Soltani graduated from medical school in 2009.He is currently enrolled in RACGP program.His interests are in skin cancer,men’s health and minor skin procedures.

DR AMIR FAHAM

Amir speaks English & Persian and lives locally in Wyndham. Amir specializes in skin checks, skin cancer and mental health.

DR SAEIDEH KHODABAKHSHI

Dr Saeideh Khodabakhshi

Speaks English & Persian. Interests include Skin Checks, minor skin surgery ,Woman’s health and Chronic disease.

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Dr Saeideh Khodabakhshi

Dr David Louey

Dr Helen Grogan

Dr Lianne Wong

Dr Alex Soltani

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Dr Satish Singh

Dr Asher Freilich

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Boat mows the lake

Sanctuary

and taken to the Wests Road land ll.

Sanctuary Lakes Resort general manager Tony Ferreri said disposing of the grass at the tip was costing residents about $100,000 a year. So the resort splashed out $320,000

to buy a special sea grass harvester, a sort of underwater lawn mower.

It collects the grass and improves the quality of the water in the 60-hectare lake by keeping the grass at the desired height.

Mr Ferreri said the trial at Melbourne Zoo involved combining the sea grass with other waste to create compost for gardens.

Some of the sea grass will also be taken to a small Geelong-based manufacturer of garden fertiliser. “Chemicals and pollution

from upstream, combined with hot water, can stimulate rapid growth of the sea grass and the formation of algal blooms,” Mr Ferreri said.

“ e lake requires a constant program of underwater mowing and collection, together with monthly monitoring of water samples.

“A healthy amount of sea grass assists with absorption of nutrients in the water, which reduces the severity of algal bloom.”

Laura Michell

Old beauties aid cancer ght

Classic cars and motorbikes are about to roar into town for Werribee’s fourth annual Show ’n’ Shine on Sunday. Showcased will be everything from pre-1985 Australian and American muscle, classic and vintage cars to hotrods and custom motorbikes, with all funds raised going to Cancer Council Victoria. Organiser Nicholas Furnari, of Hoppers Crossing, was inspired to rally behind the cause after his mother was diagnosed with bowel cancer three years ago; she has successfully fought off the disease. The Show ’n’ Shines have raised more than $63,000 to support the charity’s programs and support services. This year’s event will include children’s activities, food vendors and a sausage sizzle. The extravaganza is from 10am to 3pm at the Wyndham Civic Centre, 45 Princes Highway, Werribee. Entry is by gold coin donation.

Cameron Tait

Stagecraft champions

By Laura Michell

Students at Hoppers Crossing Secondary College have broken down cultural, linguistic and gender-based barriers to take out a statewide story-telling and dance competition.

e school and Rosebud College were joint winners of the ‘best story’ award at the Wakakirri secondary schools competition late last month.

Year 12 Hoppers Crossing student Kallie Dineen said her school’s performance, titled

Break the Divide, was based on its motto

‘Prosperity through diversity’.

“Our story was about equality through cultures, languages, gender and sexuality,” she said.

“It’s an issue that’s important to us.

“Fortheperformance,webuiltawallbetween two groups. A girl from one of the groups nds herself on the wrong side of the wall, and a er anguish and turmoil the groups decide to put their di erences aside and come together to form one tribe.”

e performance also won awards for ‘best show-stopping group dance’ and ‘best choreography’.

Kallie said the students spent six months rehearsing before competing in the heats at Frankston Performing Arts Centre in August.

e choreography was led by student Temanawanui Paraha, while the students also designed and made the sets and costumes.

“Taking part in this has made us realise we can achieve things,” Kallie said. “We have all really bonded and made the school proud.”

Tech boost for kinder kids

Children at two Wyndham kindergartens will have access to more, and better, computers a er the announcementoftwostategovernment grants.

GoodstartEarlyLearninginHoppers Crossing and Werribee will share in $23,000 to upgrade IT services.

Kindergartens across the state will receive up to $1500 each to improve their IT facilities. ey were also given the chance to apply for grants to upgrade their centres.

Goodstart Early Learning in Hoppers Crossing and Werribee will also receive money to install interactive touchscreens and upgrade bathrooms.

Western Metropolitan Liberal MP Andrew Elsbury said the grants would give children access to better services.

“ is is a good news story for local families and children who will bene t from these upgraded early-year services,” he said.

Children and Early Childhood Development Minister Wendy Lovell said the grants would help kinders continue to deliver world-class learning programs.

“Victoria already leads the nation in early-childhood education and care, and by improving early-years facilities and infrastructure, we are making Victoria an even better place for families to raise their children.”

Laura Michell

Vintage Wyndham

Wyndham’s rich history will be put in the spotlight during a family fun day to mark the municipality’s 150th anniversary.

The Back to Earth Initiative recycles your green waste, creating valuable compost to help farms, gardens and community green spaces bloom. Now we’re giving you the opportunity to help your local school, kindergarten, community space or environmental project do the same, with a $5000 garden makeover.

Support your favourite project and vote by Sunday 5 October at backtoearth.vic.gov.au

e event, at the Wyndham Civic Centre on Sunday, October 12, will chart Wyndham’s growth from a sleepy country town in 1864 to a bustling city.

the area, but they may not know that Hume and Hovell came through the Werribee district on their way to Corio Bay in 1924, or that the Wyndham Racing Club was established in 1878,” Cr Fairclough said.

MayorBobFaircloughsaidthecentrepieceof theeventwouldbeanexhibitionofWyndham’s history, featuring an interactive display outlining the key events that have shaped the city.

“Many in our community will know the Chirnsidefamilywereapivotalforceinshaping

“Another interesting fact is that Bungey’s Hole, a bend in the Werribee River, was once used for swimming carnivals.”

e celebration will also feature horse and carriage rides, old-world games, face-painting and a walk along the Werribee City Centre Heritage Trail. Wyndham libraries will provide a family history service.

Details: www.experiencewyndham.com.au

OPEN DAY

For women not in the pink

Pink lady silhouettes will adorn the walls of Point Cook’s Jamieson Way Community Centre this month as the centre turns pink to raise money for a breast cancer support group. The centre will also donate money from its community market on Sunday, October 5 to Breast Cancer Network Australia. The support group helps women battling breast cancer by providing them with information about the disease and its treatments. It also connects women with others battling the disease. Jamieson Way Community Centre’s Carlie Hoffman says the centre started the fundraiser a few years ago after a centre user was diagnosed with breast cancer. “We just wanted to raise awareness of breast cancer and the work the Breast Cancer Network does and raise as much money as possible for them,” she said. The market will be held from 9am to 2pm. Visit: www.jamiesonwaycc.org.au

Get set to celebrate the unexpected as Jubilee prepares to launch an exciting new development in the heart of the west, Wyndham Vale.

Surrounded by over 77 hectare of incredible landscaped open space, wetlands and the Werribee River, Jubilee will also feature an indoor water park, cafés, recreation centres, schools, childcare centre, employment precinct, town square and much more.

Don’t miss out! Visit the Land Sales Office this weekend: 774 Ballan Rd, Wyndham Vale, VIC, 3024

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On the hoof for health

Drop into one of Wyndham’s libraries and start walking your way to better health. Pedometers are available for loan to members at the Werribee, Point Cook, Wyndham Vale and Werribee Plaza branches. Pedometers record the number of steps a person takes and the calories they burn each day. The pedometers, provided by the Heart Foundation, feature large, easy-to-read displays and easy-to-operate buttons and are designed to help users set tness goals and meet the recommended activity level for healthy adults – 10,000 steps a day. For more details, visit www.wyndham. vic.gov.au/libraries.

MY WYNDHAM

“I really love Wyndham,” long-time resident and community-minded citizen Nik Tsardakis says. “Having worked in Tokyo and ailand, I can say there’s nothing like coming home.” By

What’s your connection to the local community?

I was born in Werribee, have lived in Hoppers Crossing and now call Werribee South home.

I’ve raised ve children in Wyndham and used to live on the land as my family had a farm – a market garden – in Werribee South.

I’ve been a member of Hoppers Crossing Rotary for 35 years and been director of Manor Court Werribee Aged Care since 2000, with a stint as chairman.

I was director of the old Werribee District HospitalandamnowchairmanoftheWerribee District Hospital Foundation, which stemmed from that. Any pro ts we make go to Werribee Mercy Hospital.

I’ve been president of the Ratepayers Association of Werribee South, a committee member of the Greenwich Management Plan and the Regional Rail Community Reference Group, as well as being involved with the East Werribee Employment Precinct.

e welcoming nature of the Wyndham community, including the local council, has given me many opportunities.

What do you like about Wyndham?

e open spaces, being close to the bay, the cultural diversity and tourist attractions, including the mansion grounds, agricultural precinct and the Western Treatment Plant because it has sanctuaries for ora and fauna.

What would you like to change?

e conditions of our road network and the tra c congestion.

More funding is required for the public health system and hospitals.

Rebecca Miller

In the employment precinct, I’d like to see Victoria University be a multi-uni facility with more students o ered courses from there and other universities to study engineering and applied science so those skills can be used to build infrastructure. e more people trained in those areas the more we can transform the

Seniors

city’s capacity for new businesses and stay competitive in a global economy.

What’s your favourite eatery or place to get co ee?

I like Wyndham Cache, Jacksons on K, Shadowfax, Point Cook shopping centre and

Joseph’satthemansion.Alltheownersatthose places are very welcoming.

How do you spend your downtime?

I occasionally play golf at Sanctuary Lakes, where I’m a member. I spend time with my grandchildren and go overseas to visit family.

Saturday October 4th

Affordable Senior Living

NEW ARRIVALS

Photographer Damjan Janevski meets some of the recent very special deliveries at Werribee Mercy Hospital

Above: Wyndham Vale’s Jamie and Cassie welcomed twins Sophie and Olivia to the world on September 23.

Top right: Diamond and Allando, of Wyndham Vale, are celebrating the birth of Dyvine Destiny on September 22.

Right: Jayden Michael was born on September 22 to Point Cook’s Samantha and Brent.

Last week Cr Glenn Goodfellow and I visited Emmanuel College in Point Cook where we were impressed by the students’ discussion forum about

showed us their high awareness about community issues and it was great to witness their strong community-spirit

and the fresh ideas they had to improve

people and helps to ensure the cultural

and friends together to socialise and

ELLERY TOWNHOUSES

FROM THE ARCHIVES

Laura Michell looks back through the pages of our predecessor, the Werribee Banner

40 years ago October 2, 1974

e nancial troubles incurred by giant land developer Cambridge Credit will not retard the development of Werribee and Laverton, according to a prominent developer. Cambridge “owns” such areas around Werribee and Laverton as Point Cook Homestead, Western Gardens Estate and Forsythe Estate at Little River, totalling3500acres.

30 years ago October 3, 1984

A concept plan for development of 22 hectares of parkland at Werribee South has been approved in principle by the Werribee council. e area, known as Grahams Land, is undeveloped and has signi cantareasofremnantsaltmarshand wetlandvegetation.

20 years ago September 28, 1994

e Victorian Football Association last week gave Werribee the thumbs up to join the revamped state league which will kick-o in 1995. VFA general manager Martin Stillman said that while the announcementhadyettobemadeo cial, Werribeewouldmergetobecomepartofa newGeelongregionalteam.

10 years ago September 29, 2004

Wyndham mayor Henry Barlow has labelled the behaviour of adults who smoke in their vehicles while children are onboard as “criminal”. Cr Barlow voiced his opinion on the smoking debate a er Wyndham council passed its substance abuseactionplanatameetingonMonday.

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Dance spectacular

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DQ4 on the Dance Floor is a showcase of cheerleading, ballet and hip-hop. With a catchy original soundtrack, and incredible dancing and singing, you will be blown away at just how skilful and technically brilliant the dancers are. The audience will have the opportunity to learn and participate in aspects of the choreography. October 2, 2pm at Wyndham Cultural Centre. Tickets: $22

■ www.dq4.com.au

Ernie Sigley concert

Radio and TV personality Ernie Sigley will perform at Wyndham Cultural Centre from 3pm on Sunday. Tickets: $14.

■ 8734 6000 or www.wyncc.com.au

Outdoor yoga

Connect with nature and give yoga a try at a free outdoor class by the Werribee River, 10-11am on Sunday, October 12 – at Riverbend Historical Park, Werribee. Bring

water, sunscreen and a mat. Bookings are essential and must be made by Sunday, October 5.

■ 0438 304 638

Charity fun day

Help raise money for Breast Cancer Network Australia during a fun day at Wyndham Civic Centre on Sunday, October26 from 11am. The event is part of a Point Cook Motorcycle Club charity ride involving more than 500 riders.

■ www.pinkribbonride.com.au

Garage sale trail

Bargain hunters will hit the streets of Wyndham on Saturday, October 25, for a day of simultaneous garage sales. The city is taking part in a national event to give households and community groups a chance to declutter and raise money.

■ www.garagesaletrail.com.au

Win a trip to New York

Celebrate the launch of Point Cook’s newest estate with a day of free family entertainment on Saturday, October 4. The Satterley Property Group will launch Upper Point Cook, corner of Sneydes and Hacketts roads, from noon to 4pm. There will be free food trucks, a band, face-painting, jumping castle, spinning teacups and a photo booth, while visitors can enter the draw to win a $10,000 trip to New York.

WIN THIS

Potted Potter returns to Melbourne from October 28. The stage show takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter books (and a game of Quidditch) into 70 hilarious minutes. This fantastically funny show features all your favourite characters, including a re-breathing dragon, and a generous helping of Hogwarts magic. Visit www. pottedpotter.com.au for show details. The Weekly has two double passes to give away (each valued at $150) to the October 28, 7.30pm performance.

To enter, visit www.winthisnow.com.au and follow the prompts. Entries close 11.59pm on Sunday, October 5. Winners will be drawn next day at 10am at the of ces of MMP Group, 214 Park Street, South Melbourne, VIC 3205. The winners will be noti ed in writing and their names published at www.winthisnow.com.au. Terms and conditions can be found at this website.

PETER AND ELIZABETH ROSS, FORMER WYNDHAM MAYOR AND MAYORESS

FB: How would you rate your cooking skills?

PR and LR: Excellent.

FB: What is your signature dish?

PR and LR: Pavlova.

FB: If you could only have one more meal, what would it be?

PR and LR: Bouillabaisse, rack of lamb and lemon tart.

FB: What is your favourite food?

PR and LR: Seafood.

FB: What is your favourite drink?

PR and LR: Gin and tonic.

FB: Which ve people would you most like to invite to dinner?

PR and LR: Jeff Kennett, Cate Blanchett, Jack Thompson, Billy Connolly and Amanda Vanstone.

FB: Do you have a kitchen tip for us?

PR and LR: Clean up as you go.

SLICE OF HEAVEN

Funny now I think of it, but my husband, Kevin, has a fair bit in common with Jeff Kennett. Not only can he do a great impersonation of our former Premier, he’s also obsessed with vanilla slices. YoumayrememberthattheAnnualGreatAustralian Vanilla Slice competition was the brainchild of Jeff Kennett. So passionate was he about the creamy custard treat, he created a contest to nd the best vanilla slice in the land (genius, really, seeing as he got to judge it himself!)

Well Kevin is equally as passionate (not to mention UNBELIEVABLY FUSSY about his vanilla slices. He prefers to call them “snot blocks”, and I can tell you he would walk through ames or crawl across broken glass to nd one that’s up to his very lofty standards.

The only trouble with vanilla slices is that they’re notoriously dif cult to make. You want feather-light, aky pastry and a custard that holds its shape without losing any of its creamy texture.

And after a couple of stress-inducing attempts, I think I’ve nailed it.

Pictured is my latest batch, the custard made from scratch, using Donna Hay’s vanilla slice recipe.

But I’ve also seen great results using a vanilla pudding mix, or lattice biscuits instead of puff pastry sheets. Has anyone tried either of these methods? Do you have your own fail-safe vanilla slice recipe? I’d love to hear about it.

MUFFIN TOPS

If you’re struggling to nd the perfect gift for the home chef who has every gadget known to man, these “muf n top” cake moulds are sure to put a smile on their face.

Just ll the jean-style cupcake pants with your favourite batter and they’ll develop a nice little bulge around the middle!

Muf n Tops by Fred are widely available online and will set you back about $20 for a pack of four.

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“My weaknesses have always been food and men – in that order” – Dolly Parton

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Come and Get Involved

Western Athletics provides highly rewarding opportunities in Track & Field, Cross Country Road Racing and Recreational Running for people of all abilities, backgrounds and ages.

Track and Field Season is about to kick off. We have teams in U14, 16, 18, 20, Open, 40+ and 50+ age groups. There are different running, throwing and jumping events, divisions and heats to suit all interests and abilities.

Western Athletics provides free coaching across all events from highly qualified coaches.

For further information please visit our website http://www.westernathletics.com.au, and/or email us at info@westernathletics.com.au

schoolho

Cook up a job application

By Rebecca Miller

My rst job was waitressing at a local Chinese restaurant. I loved it because I got a free meal at the end of each shift, met lots of people and gained con dence. I was 15.

Getting your rst job isn’t always easy – I handed out several resumes before getting a call – especially for students who have no work experience. But there are plenty of jobs providing casual and part-time employment.

The retail and hospitality sectors are often popular with students because they have night and weekend shifts.

And with warmer weather on the way and Christmas not far away, these industries are getting busier, meaning they’re a great place to start looking.

So drop in to local restaurants, cafés, independent supermarkets and fashion stores, bakeries and fruiterers to suss out whether they’re looking for staff.

And if they are, pop back with a cover letter and a resume. Or, if working for a big company appeals, check out the careers section of their website.

A cover letter should introduce the applicant to the reader; respond to the job requirements; attract the reader’s attention; refer them to the resume and not include too many “I” statements.

Its aim is to prove the applicant’s personal qualities and characteristics are a good t for the position and show they will make a positive contribution to the business.

When writing a resume it should be no more than two pages. If no paid work has been completed, include voluntary work and jobs done for family and friends such as babysitting or dog walking. And add in any hobbies related to the job.

If this sounds like a lot of effort, think of all the money that could be earned and what could be bought with it!

For more information relating to youth starting out in the workforce visit: youthcentral.vic.gov.au/ Jobs+&+Careers

Date: Monday 29th September – Friday 3rd October Time: 11am – 2pm daily

olidays FEATURE

Action for all

While kids look forward to school holidays, the break can often be a stressful time for parents as they worry about entertaining them.

Wyndham residents are lucky as there’s lots to keep primary and secondary students amused during the break, and it will be easy on the wallet – especially for school-aged animal lovers who get free entry to Werribee Open Range Zoo during the holidays.

From now until December, kids can get along to a Meet The Keeper session, which provide opportunities to hear about our animals from the people who know them best – their keepers.

Hear the keepers talk about the creatures in their care and the conservation work being done for various species. Check the times they’ll be talking about your favourite animals and schedule them into your next visit.

Consider also slipping into some comfy shoes, slapping on a hat, grabbing a water bottle and joining the Heart Foundation Walking Group on Thursday, October

2, starting 10am from Arndell Park Community Centre. You’ll get to see some of the beautiful sights the region has to offer.

All ages are welcome at this family and wheelchair-friendly walking route. Best of all, these events are free, but be sure to book on 8734 8911.

Youngsters into singing and dancing won’t want to miss DQ4 On The Dance Floor, an interactive dancing and singing stage show incorporating cheerleading, ballet and hip-hop. The show runs Thursday, October 2, from 2pm at Wyndham Cultural Centre. Tickets cost $22.95. Details: www.wyncc. com.au

For teenagers, the Youth Resource Centre in Hoppers Crossing has them covered with a holiday program including a visit to DFO and movies at Crown and, on Friday, October 3, a sports grand nal day with many activities and fun games building team spirit scheduled.

With all this action in Wyndham, parents can rest assured their kids will sleep well –and so will they.

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ENTRY IS FREE!!!

OPEN:

Tuesday to Friday 10:00am to 3:00pm Weekends and Public Holidays 10:00am to 5:00pm

CLOSED:

Mondays, Good Friday and Christmas Day

INTERACTIVE FLYING DISPLAY:

Every Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday at 1:00pm (weather permitting)

CONTACT US:

www.facebook.com/RAAF.Museum

www.airforce.gov.au/raafmuseum

Phone (03) 8348 6040

It’s School Holiday Fun!

MUFFINBREAK

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WHENMonday29thSeptember toWednesday1stOctober

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My best friend

Name: Charlie

Breed: Guinea Pig

vet talk

With Dr Kristi of Hoppers Crossing Vet Clinic and Hospital

Age: 2 years

Gender: Male

Colour: Brown

Charlie may be little, but he has a lot of love to give! He’d lould love to spend time sitting on your lap for pats and cuddles. He’s very curious and likes to explore and investigate.

Charlie is family-orientated and would prefer to live with a family and kids and, possibly, a friendly, female desexed piggy.

Name: Taffy

Breed: Domestic Short Hair

Age: 4 years

Gender: Female

Colour: Tabby

Taffy is a sweetie, just like her namesake. She’s a shy puss just waiting to blossom in the right home and would love to sit on the couch and watch TV with you.

Taffy is looking for an adult home with no other pets.

Hoppers Crossing Vet Clinic Celebrates 20 Year Anniversary!

Dr Joe Covelli, raised in Altona North, made the brave decision to build the Hoppers Crossing Veterinary Clinic and Hospital in 1994, just three years into his veterinary career. He opened the doors on the purpose-built hospital as a sole vet with only a few nurses to help him. Twenty years later, the original nurses, Lyn, Andrea and Karen, are still part of this caring clinic. Along with the rest of the nursing team they have shared decades of dog and cat advice with the Wyndham community. The clinic expanded 18 years ago with Dr Kristi Green, a local from Hoppers Crossing, joining as the second full-time vet. Dr Kristi loved the clinic and animals so much she stayed in her rst veterinary job and became a partner to Dr Joe in 2006. Joe, Kristi and the veterinary team pride themselves on

listening to client needs and caring for client pets as they would their own. They provide a full range of medical and surgical services, including digital radiology and ultrasound. The clinic’s popular grooming parlour and Puppy Preschool have catered to hundreds of happy pets over the past 20 years. Medical specialists, orthopaedic surgeons and behaviour consultants visit the clinic to assist with complex cases. The clinic is also proud to help train the present batch of veterinary students studying at the University of Melbourne Vet School. Over the past two decades, the clinic has grown to a team of ve vets, 10 nurses, two groomers, a trainee nurse, two very spoilt clinic cats and a menagerie of much-loved staff pets. The clinic’s Open Day will be held from 10am-3pm on Sunday, October 12.

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• Beef Mince Premium $4.00 p/kg

• Beef Diced from $3.65 p/kg

• Puppy Mince $2.25 p/kg

• Kennel Mince $2.90 p/kg

• Roo Mince $5.10 p/kg

• Ox Cheek from $2.50 p/kg

• Chicken Mince from $1.50 p/kg

• Chicken & Veg Mince from $2.40 p/kg

• Beef & Veg Mince $4.10 p/kg

• Garlic Beef $2.30 p/kg

• Roo Tails Fresh $3.25 p/kg

WERRIBEE 4/96 Thames Boulevard, 3030

Di Natale Real Estate: 9741 3633

Within cooee of Werribee Plaza shopping centre and other services, this spacious low-maintenance unit actually enjoys a degree of seclusion. Making a great rst home, a retiree’s nest or a smart investment, the unit has three bedrooms, two with built-in wardrobes. The main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and an en suite. The open-plan living hub includes tiled lounge and meals areas and, with vertical blinds on the windows, is set for easy upkeep. The kitchen has ample cupboards (top and bottom), charcoal-laminate benchtops, a corner pantry and stainless-steel underbench oven and gas cooktop. The property, with a single garage, is close to schools, transport and walking tracks.

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HOPPERS CROSSING 5 The Court, 3029

Harcourts Wyndham City: 9741 4000 Price: $269,000 – $289,000 Private sale

Whether for nesters or savvy investors, this unit makes a claim to great value. Both bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and there’s a walk-through bathroom with separate basin area and toilet. The large kitchen has plenty of cupboards – top and bottom – a gas cooker and breakfast bar. The L-shaped living room has stylish glass-fronted display cabinets, elegant window coverings and a ceiling fan. A wall heater, air-conditioner and window shutters keep things comfy year-round. A pergola at the back, along with extended brick paving, provides relaxation space and there’s a remote-controlled double garage. The property is within a short walk of Werribee Plaza shopping centre.

In what has to be the prettiest pocket in Wyndham, with what has to be the best outdoor entertainment space for miles around, this is a property that could attract enough admirers to cause a traf c jam.

The street in which the pared-back Georgian-style house sits is itself a drawcard as it winds past Lollypop Creek and its wonderful wetland areas, walking tracks and lea ness.

On about 1000 square metres, the house is beautifully presented and has more space for a family to spread out than should be legal. No less than four living areas include a dedicated theatre room with dual-level oor, ceiling bulkhead, dark roman blinds, cinema-style carpet and its own split-system (electric recliners, projector and screen are negotiable).

Other spacious living areas are a dining room (or rumpus), carpeted family and tiled

meals zones, and an upstairs sitting room – and there’s a study near the front door.

The kitchen has loads of bench space and cupboards, wide (plumbed) fridge recess, a step-in pantry and a wall oven, electric cooktop and dishwasher sporting the Miele label. Tucked behind here is the laundry and a powder room.

All bedrooms are upstairs, including the main with a sitting area looking out through the big fanlight window, a walk-in robe and en suite with a laundry chute. The main bathroom has a corner spa and dual vanity basins.

Now to the amazing north-facing outdoor room of about 150 square metres. Divided into three distinct sections under a pitched ceiling with exposed rafters and brush mat cladding, with rich burgundy polished stamped concrete underfoot, it has a tropical resort feel. And with the addition

of a fog machine, laser light and sound systems, potbelly stove and solar LED lights, it has a de nite party-pad vibe.

One section is all about the built-in barbecue and bar with stools; another is an enclosed eight-person spa room; and the third is a covered deck with lit feature panels.

Another sitting area under a large sail is next to a fenced, solar-heated salt swimming pool/cascade water feature rimmed by sealed aggregate and sandstone-edged gardens.

Whether a good thing or bad, the kids will not want to leave home with all this on tap.

All gardens are easy upkeep, there are side double gates to parking space for boat or caravan, and there’s a double garage.

Point Cook 7 Maidenhair Drive

Simply stunning, you will enjoy four generous sized bedrooms, master with walk in robe, and full ensuite that opens to your own private courtyard, open plan living including central kitchen with ample storage, stone benchtops, Fisher and Paykel 900mm stainless steel appliances, two drawer dishwasher, double oven, huge refrigerator space with plumbing and butlers pantry, decked al fresco including spa, zoned refrigerated cooling and ducted heating.

Michelle Chick

M 0416 007 949 E michelle.chick@harcourts.com.au

Harcourts Wyndham City

Truganina 21 Prospero Way

A Rare Chance To Secure A Well Presented Family Home

3 bedrooms plus study,Master with WIR and ensuite.Great size lounge room with adjoining dining/kitchen and meals area.Outside to a covered entertainers alfresco area, manicured gardens and freestanding shed with side/front access,and double garage with remote.

For Sale $359,000 - $389,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC5396

Michelle Chick M 0416 007 949 E michelle.chick@harcourts.com.au

Nicole Occhibove M 0438 578 275 E nicole.o@harcourts.com.au

Harcourts Wyndham City

Harcourts Wyndham City 175A Watton Street Werribee

This three bedroom plus study with potential to be turned into a 4 bedroom house is situated on 789m² block of land in a quiet court,the home contains separate dining/living, family and meals area. Master bedroom is complete with ensuite and WIR, while the further two bedrooms feature built in wardrobes.Stunning kitchen with plenty of cupboards,also includes ducted heating and cooling, alarm system

Saturday 1:30-2:00pm

ensuite and mirrored walk in robe. Kitchen is light and airy with plenty of cupboard space and a breakfast bar, leading to a second living area.Outside you step onto a large covered entertaining area,spacious lawned area with a shed at the rear, a fenced off children’s

Harcourts Wyndham City 175A Watton Street Werribee

2 2 Light-Filled Style, Lifestyle Appeal And Cleverness Design.

This stylish property comprises 4 bedrooms,master with wir,ensuite,study area & french doors opening onto private retreat.3 further bedrooms with birs. Gourmet kitchen with free standing oven,spacious living and dining areas leading to gardens, decking area and pergola.Also featuring a large double remote garage with rear access to backyard, ducted heating, split system air-conditioning, and built in surround sound system.

For Sale By Negotiation View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC5348

Open Saturday 12:30-1:00pm

Michelle Chick & Nicole Occhibove M 0416 007 949 M 0438 578 275

This quality family home located in the Cambridge Estate, comprises 4 bedrooms, master

For Sale Price by Negotiation $439,000 - $469,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC5336

Open Saturday 11:30-12:00pm

Harcourts Wyndham City

Comprising of 3 bedrooms,master with ensuite & bir’s, large family bathroom,spacious laundry and vast living area with cathedral ceilings, open plan modern kitchen, meals and second living area.The extensive driveway leads to a double garage with gated side access through to the light filled entertaining area with raised decking & low maintenance garden

For Sale $379,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC5347

Open Saturday 11:00-11:30am

James Matina & Jay Radbourne

Harcourts Wyndham City

175A Watton Street Werribee

Crossing 28 Abbotswood Drive

Family Charm And Character With A Bungalow!!

Comprising 4 bedrooms and a study.

1st floor.The master with ensuite, 3 bedrooms, a central bathroom, toilet and study/gym area.Wooden floating floors throughout with living, dining and another study space, wc & storage.Features include- Fireplace, spilt system, feature walls and more.. large formal dining to kitchen with stainless steel appliances.Out the doors to a smaller outdoor area through to a self contained 2 bed bungalow.

For Sale By Negotiation View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC5292

Michelle Chick M 0416 007 949

Affordable Contemporary Living

´Court Location In The Heart Of Point Cook´

This stunning home comprises of 3 bedrooms, master with wir and ensuite. Remaining 2 bedrooms benefit from bir. An open plan family meals and modern kitchen with stone bench tops and 900mm oven, a low maintenance manicured front and rear gardens, 1 and half car garage with remote and rear roller door.

The home also benefits from ducted heating, split system cooling and security alarm system.

For Sale $397,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC5283

Open Saturday 10:30-11:00

Jay Radbourne P 03 9741 9000 M 0422 280 465 E jay.radbourne@harcourts.com.au

Hoppers Crossing 61 Wildflower Cres

Big Block, Big Home, Big On Entertainment.

Catering for every occasion,the open plan layout incorporates:A well equipped kitchen overlooking dining and living areas,Kitchen features s/s appliances, island bench and abundant of storage

Master bedroom has WIR,two further great sized bedrooms are complete with BIRs.This home has ducted heating, split system cooling and internal access to garage,home theatre,& study

For Sale Price by Negotiation $579,000 - $609,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC5277

Open Saturday 10:00-10:30am 3 2 2

Michelle Chick M 0416 007 949

E michelle.chick@harcourts.com.au

Harcourts Wyndham City

This generous family home is positioned on 938m2 block (approx) in a central location in the heart of Hoppers Crossing.just a few minutes from the shops, train station plus walking distance to Bellbridge primary school

Offering 3 large bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk in robes , a dedicated study, formal living room, a large open plan family meals and timber kitchen, and entertaining area.

For Sale Price by negotiation $430,000-$460,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC4986

Open Saturday 12:15-12:45pm

Jay Radbourne P 03 9741 9000 M 0422 280 465

E jay.radbourne@harcourts.com.au

Harcourts Wyndham City

Werribee 77 Wattle Ave

Grand Design On Wattle Avenue Immerse yourself in the prestige of the Wattle Grove Estate in a luxurious 50+ sq. Victorian styled, custom built and designed home. Set amongst some of the best Victoria has to offer. This home is minutes from the freeway, Werribee CBD, 1.2klm from the train station and within walking distance to schools.

For Sale Price by Negotiation over $899,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC4588

Michelle Chick M 0416 007 949 E michelle.chick@harcourts.com.au

Nicole Occhibove M 0438 578 275 E nicole.o@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Wyndham City

area, large kitchen with abundant storage including stainless oven, cooktop and dishwasher, complemented by a laundry in the next room. Plus a spacious outdoor decked entertaining space.

For Sale $449,000-$469,000 View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC4673

Michelle Chick M 0416 007 949 E michelle.chick@harcourts.com.au

Nicole Occhibove M 0438 578 275 E nicole.o@harcourts.com.au

Harcourts Wyndham City

For Sale $285,000 Open Saturday 10:30-11:00am View www.harcourts.com.au/VWC5382

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Wyndham Vale 26Ambleside Ave

GreatInvestmentorFirstHome

3bedrooms(mainwithensuitewalk in robe)BIR’s,openplanlivingkitchen withS/S appliances,mealsarea,separate lounge,ductedheating,internal accesstogaragewith remote,low maintenancegarden. Walkingdistance tonewshoppingcentre, train station, buses,schoolsand muchmore.

3 A 2 B 2 D

ForSale: $310,000

VinceChircopP: 97486333 M: 0418360998 E: vince@benlor.com.au

HoppersCrossing

10StrathmoreCres

TwoStorey Splendour

3Bedrooms,plusstudy, formallounge/ dining room,newvinylwrap kitchen, renovatedbathroomwithclaw bath, hugerumpus/entertainmentarea, doublegarage,other featuresinclude slatefloors,timberlinedceilings,new evaporativecooling,gas& woodfire heater,dishwasher,newcarpets, fencing.

3 A 1 B 2 D

ForSale: $349,000-$369,000

Robert FabrettoP: 97486333 M: 0418377535 E: robert@benlor.com.au

HoppersCrossingVic3029

1/12 YandinaRoad

AbsolutelyStunning

3fittedbedrooms,mainwithensuite WIR,spaciouslounge room,mealsarea. Qualitytwopackkitchenwithlotsof cupboards,centralbathroomquality fittings,separatetoiletlargelaundry, featureductedheating,cooling,low maintenancegarden,sideaccess for caravan,garage.

3 A 2 B 1 D

ForSale: $329,900

VinceChircopP: 97486333 M: 0418360998 E: vince@benlor.com.au

HoppersCrossing

4Wilmington Ave

Animpressivefamilyhome

3brmswithBIRs,master,ensuite &WIR,anopenplankitchenwith 900mmcooktop,rangehood&bosch dishwasher,amplebenchspaceand storage.Spaciousloungeandagenerous laundry. Gasductedheating,double remotelockupgarage,gardenshed.

3 A 2 B 2 D

ForSale: $349,000-$359,000

RajShahP: 97486333 M: 0403685999 E: raj@benlor.com.au

NewListing

Wyndham Vale

274BlackforestRoad Opportunity Awaits

Familyhomewhichcomprisesof4 spaciousbedrooms+study-main withWIR&ensuite. Formallounge withopenplankitchen,stainlesssteel appliances.Alsoincludesalfrescoarea, heating&cooling,sideaccess,double garage.

4 A 2 B 2 D

ForSale: $349,000-$359,000

VinceChircopP: 97486333 M: 0418360998 E: vince@benlor.com.au

Werribee

48RacecourseRd

LARGE FAMILYLIVING,5BEDROOMS,PLUSPOOL.

Study,lounge,kitchenwithstainless steel appliancesandamplecupboard space,familyanddiningarea. Toilet andgenerouslaundry. 5bedrooms withBIR’s,masterbedroomwithWIR andfullensuitewithspabath,central bathroomwithseparatetoilet& Pool

5 A 3 B 2 D

ForSale: $420,000-$450,000

RajShahP: 97486333 M: 0403685999 E: raj@benlor.com.au

Open Sat11.30-12pm

Tarneit

255ThamesBlvd

ImmaculateandSpacious Comprisesmasterbedroomwith ensuiteWIR,2withBIR’s,3large livingareas,centralkitchenwiths/s appliances,glasssplashback.Down lightsthroughout,doublegaragewith rearaccess,ductedheating, evaporative cooling,alarm,s/sdishwasher,beautiful landscapedgardensfrontandback.

3 A 2 B 2 D

ForSale: $399,000-$419,000

VinceChircopP: 97486333 M: 0418360998 E: vince@benlor.com.au

1.00pm-1.30pm

HoppersCrossing

14Wilmington Ave

DelightfulHome,Not To BeMissed

4brmswithBIR’s,mainwith retreat, spa,ensuite/WIR. Formallounge builtinbarleadingthrutoopenplan kitchenmealareawithS/S appliance dishwasherblinds,ductedheating, evap cooling,alarm,ductedvacuumdouble garage& remotesideaccess forboat/ caravan,largepergolaarea.

4 A 2 B 2 D

ForSale: $379,000

VinceChircopP: 97486333 M: 0418360998 E: vince@benlor.com.au

A Pot Of Gold In Nantilla!

Opportunities like this don’t come too often with a whopping 1059m2 approximately allotment with amazing subdivision potential (Subject to Council Approval). Build multiple units/townhouses or renovate and extend the existing solid 3 bedroom home positioned beautifully in a stunning established street with matured surroundings and right in the heart of Werribee’s south side. Presenting an ensuite and walk-in robe to the master bedroom, separate lounge, good sized kitchen meals area, lovely timber kitchen with stone bench tops, gas heating, pergola area and a double oversized garage/workshop. These properties are rare to come up for sale in such an exceptional location on this size land, Watton Street cafés, restaurants, Werribee CBD all within minutes, easy freeway access and Werribee Mansion, Werribee South beach, Wyndham Harbour only a short 10 minute drive away.

Sophisticated

Porter Davis Prestige - Fit For A King!

The entire family will be pleased with this stunning ex-display home offering the whole package & positioned beautifully nearby to Tarneit Gardens SC, schools & public transport. Presenting 4 spacious fitted BRs, master with a hotel-style ensuite, private balcony & WIR, central bathroom, powder room, formal lounge/dining, study, theatre/entertaining room, upstairs rumpus room/children’s retreat & a lovely family/meals area leading through timber bi-fold doors to a massive decked alfresco/pergola area. A long list of appointments includes a hostess kitchen with abundance of cupboard space & stone bench tops, ducted heating, evap cooling, exquisite gas log fireplace, timber floors throughout, extensive halogen lighting, security system, 900mm upright SS cooker, dishwasher, double remote garage with internal access & beautiful manicured gardens to complete this picturesque establishment.

Private Sale $630,000 - $660,000

Inspect Sat 10.40-11am Photo ID

Stunning Derrimut Heath Residence

This gorgeous residence located in one ofWyndham’s superior locations comprises 3 bedrooms, master with a chic ensuite & fitted WIR, formal lounge, tiled 2nd living & meals overlooked by the laminate kitchen with SS appliances including dishwasher. Features ducted heating & RC split system cooling, downlights & high ceilings. The modern rendered façade is highlighted by the established manicured gardens whilst in the rear courtyard there is access to the garage, low maintenance paving & water feature!

system cooling are also on offer. Also a huge sep study & another living/rumpus room upstairs. A double garage & paved huge side access ideal for a caravan/boat. A huge backyard is still on offer complete with established gardens & rain water tank. Private Sale Contact Agent Inspect Sat 1.20-1.40pm

Family Splendour Centrally Positioned!

This is the perfect family home for a first or 2nd home buyer, astute investor, situated in central Hoppers Crossing within walking distance to schools, public transport, shops & Tarneit West SC & Werribee Plaza just a few minutes drive down the road. Spacious fitted BRs, master with ensuite & WIR, study, formal & informal living zones & hostess kitchen. Incudes ducted heating, 3 split system A/Cs, dishwasher, sec system, shed, double remote garage with rear access & a lovely stencilled concreted area for entertaining. Private Sale $365,000 - $380,000

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Werribee 8DirabellaClose

For Sale

Inspect ByAppointment

HAnDy LOCATIOn

SetjustoffHeaths Roadinaconvenientlocationwhereit’saneasywalktothelocal7/11and thereisachoiceofpublicandCatholicprimaryschoolsjustaroundthecorner.Comprises2 livingspacesand3bedroomsallwithbir’sandensuitetomasterfeaturingaspa.Includes ductedcoolingandundercoveroutdoorareaforentertainingor relaxationon yourSunday.

Agent:DarrenDodd0419365947

WebId 7085038 $315,000 3 A 2 B

HoppersCrossing 1&2/5DurhamCrescent For Sale

Inspect ByAppointment

InVESTDEnTOPPORTUnITy-2UnITS

Situatedcloseto WerribeePlazaarethese2units(ononetitle)ofwhicheachunitcomprises 2bedrooms,lounge&mealsarea,kitchen,bathroom,toilet,laundry, asinglecarportanda generousbackyardarea.BothUnitsare receiving$215pwin rentandhavelongtermtenants (3yrsand18yrs).Don’tmissthischancetostartoraddto yourinvestmentport-folio.

Agent:BobBoland0421077195

WebId 7083390

Wyndham Vale 53 Aldridge Road

For Sale

Inspect Saturday@1:00pm

BILLABOnGOUTLOOK

Youcanhearthefrogscroakfromthebillabongopposite&sometimesseetheducks,inthis quietstaroundthecornerfromtheunderconstructionW/Vale PrimarySchool.Compopen livingoflounge&sepmeals/familyareafromthe very kitchenequippedwithalrgegas cooktop& oven.Incl3bdrms+study,enstomain,s/sheat/cool,lrgepergola&internalaccess fromthegaragewiththebonusofsolarpowerpanelsonthe roof,allsetona505m2allotment.

Agent:DarrenDodd0419365947

WebId 7084797

Tarneit

1&2/54O’Reilly Road For Sale

Inspect Saturday@2:00pm InVESTDEnTOPPORTUnITy Duetobecompletedwithinthemonththese unitsprovide youwiththeopportunityto expand yourinvestmentportfolio.Comprising2 bedrooms,bathroom,kitchenwithstonebench tops,dishwasherandgashotplates,living area,laundryarea,singlegarage, refrigerated coolingandcentralheating. Alsoincludes2.7 ceilings,tiles,carpet,blinds,drivewayand landscapingtofrontandback.Bequick.

Agent:BobBoland0421077195 WebId 6409166

$285,000Each 2 A 1 B 1 C

Werribee 37 BlossomLane For Sale Inspect Saturday@11:00am ORCHARD PARKESTATE -2BEDROODS Thisspacious2bedroompropertyis well locatedclosetoshops,bus,mainstreet shoppingcentreandwithinwalkingdistance tothe Werribee Station(1.5kmapprox). Also comprisesalounge,bathroom,kitchenwith loadsofcupboardspaceanddishwasher, mealsandlaundry. Ithasacourtyardwith pergolafor relaxingoutdoors,singlegarage (with remote),wallheaterandsplitsystemaircon.Blocksize:256m2approx

Agent:BobBoland0421077195 WebId 7070884

$285,000

Wyndham Vale

39Honour Avenue For Sale Inspect Saturday@10:00am

BIGBLOCKAPPROX 597M2,GREAT SIZE

HOME!!

Stepintothemarket&stoppaying rent!! Offeringfloorboardsthru’out,aspacious& lightfilledfloorplan,3generoussizebdrms withbir’s,centralbthrm,septoilet&akit/ dining/mealsareaflowingontothelrgelounge room.Inclduct/heat,air-con,dblegarage& lrgepergola. Allthiswith WyndhamShopping Centre,IGA,Iramooprimary&community centre,parklands&publictransport.

Agent:Nicole Webb0403229806 WebId 6964330

HoppersCrossing

2StagecoachClose For Sale

Inspect Saturday@2:00pm

BIG LIVINGAREAS + WORKSHOP

Largeopenlivingareasallowthefamily tocometogetherasone,whileproviding individualliving zones.Compalrgelounge dining room,kitchen/mealsarea&open family/rumpusplusa2nddbleggeintheyard whichcouldbe yourmancave.Incl4bdrms, bir’s,ensuite,duct/heat,s/scool&abig pergolaforoutdoorentertaining.Thishome presentsinfantasticcondition,crtlocated& walkingdisttoplaza&Cambridgeschool.

Agent:DarrenDodd0419365947

WebId 6727802

HoppersCrossing

2BullerCourt For Sale Inspect Saturday@12:15pm

MOVEINORINVEST–EITHER WAY YOU CAN’T LOSE

Beitfor yourfamilyhomeoraddingtothe investmentportfoliothispropertyisneat, tidy&intheeverpopularBellbridgeEstate, locatedclosetoshops,parks,schools,public transport,station,gyms&more. Featheating &coolingthru’out,largecarport&pergola, kitchenwith DW,3bdrms,bir’s,twosepliving areas,highwoodceilings,diningarea&a 4x6mgarage. Seton570m2.

Agent:Nicole Webb0403229806 WebId 6637683

$375,000

Tarneit

160RiversdaleDrive For Sale Inspect ByAppointment

FANTASTICVIEWSCREEKANDBEYOND

Youdon’thavetobeonthebalconytoenjoy theviewofDavisCreekalongwithwalking& bicyclepathsforthefamilytoenjoy. Approx 3yrs young,boastingqualityfixtures&fittings thru’outoffering4bdrms,study,enstomain withdble vanity&dbleshower. Compkitchen withstonebenches,s/sappli& DW &the family/mealsareaflowingtothelrgealfresco area.Inclduct/heat/cool&dbleggewith internalaccess.

Agent:DarrenDodd0419365947

WebId 6800492

Wyndham Vale

13 CharlotteCrescent For Sale Inspect Saturday@12:00pm GREAT LIVINGON806M2

Comfortable4bedroomhomesetona largeallotmentallowingplentyof roomfor extensions,2ndgarageorjusttheboy’stoys. iecaravanorboat.Comprisesopenlivingof loungeandmealsareawithaspaciouskitchen fromwhichtofeedthefamily. Alsoincludes ensuitetomasterbedroom,ductedheating, air-conditioner,builtin robes,pergolaarea foroutdoorlivingandadoublegaragewith electronicdoor.

Agent:DarrenDodd0419365947 WebId 6824424 $335,000

HoppersCrossing

12 VernonCourt For Sale Inspect Saturday@11:30am BIGHOUSE LOWPRICE!! Here’sanexcellentopportunitytoenter themarketplaceoraddto yourinvestment portfolio. Settoimpressthishomeincludes hugemainfamily roomsinclsepdining room &living room,3bdrms&2.5bthrms. Featincl: s/sair-con,duct/heat,antiquetilesinthe bthrm,biglaundry, pergola,gardenshed,fixed outdoorbrick BBQ,septoiletwithpowder room &allclosetotheBellbridge Primary. Blocksize 528m2approx &tenanted@$285pw.

Agent:Nicole Webb0403229806 WebId 5613097

$349,000

Location,location!

HOPPERSCROSSING158DerrimutRoad

Thispropertyisripefor renovation.Offering3 bedrooms,alargeopenplankitchen&meals area,spaciouslounge room,lockableoversized garage&acarporttokeepthecarsoutofthe weather.Allofthisissituatedclosetoshops, schools,freewayaccess&publictransport. Bringyourtools&you’llhaveyournextproject tostartinnotimeatall!Aninspectionisamust.

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GrantFitzpatrick0419580535 grantf@prdwerribee.com.au

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HOPPERSCROSSING9StaughtonPlace

Thiswellmaintainedhomefeatures3good sizedbedroomswithacentralfamilybathroom, L-shapedliving&diningarea&openkitchen& familydining.Outsideisalargepavedpergola thatadjoinstheselfcontainedunitatthe rearof thehousewithonebedroomwithen-suite,as wellasagreatopenkitchen&livingarea.Call todaytoinspect!

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WYNDHAM VALE30LeichardtDrive

Saturday4thOctober 1.00pm

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Leoni Toso0418351708 leoniet@prdwerribee.com.au

View Saturday4thOctober 11.30am

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2/85SynnotStreet97427557 prdnationwide.com.au/werribee

Ash Taylor0407808233 asht@prdwerribee.com.au

Presentation,position&perseverance,leads metobelievethatpriceisnotanissuehere! Moneywellspentonqualityfixtures&fittings, flexiblelivingareasbothinside&out,greatsize bedroomswithhighceilings&acentrepiece kitchen.NestledawayintheManorLakesEstate withschools,shoppingcentreandtrainstation allwithinwalkingdistance.Calltodaytoinspect! Selling Price $395,000-$425,000

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WERRIBEE5KiamaRoad

Situatedwithinwalkingdistancetoschools& themainstreet,thisimmaculate4bedroom homefeatures renovateden-suite&family bathrooms,largeloungearea& recentlyupdated kitchenwithamplecupboardspace.Outsideis acoveredentertainingarea&dual rearaccess oneithersideofthehome,perfectformultiple uses.Calltodaytoinspect!

PRDnationwide Werribee 2/85SynnotStreet97427557 prdnationwide.com.au/werribee RohanSmith0412864525 rohans@prdwerribee.com.au

Auction: Saturday18thOctoberat12pm

Open: Saturday11.00am - 11.30am

Address: 4 SycamoreStreet

Online: triwest.com.au

WebID: #751072

CraigVilcins

m: 0435878255

o: 97415900

e: craig@triwest.com.au

l Prominentlylocatedpropertyon a 650m2block

l Roomfor a unitdevelopmentattheback(STCA)

l Brandnewblinds,carpets,showerscreenandtiles

l Newrearslidingdoorandsecurityscreen

l Walkingdistancetoschoolsandshoppingcentres

l Busstoprightoutthefrontofthehome

Open: Saturday12.00pm - 12.30pm

Address: 5 MacquarieDrive

Online: triwest.com.au

WebID: #748721

m: 0438883598

o: 97415900

e: sales@triwest.com.au

Doubleremotecontrolcarport/garageandalarm

l Exclusivenorthfacingriversideposition

l Stylishresidencewithspaciouslivingand12ftceiling

l Galleykitchenwithserveryands/steelappliances

l Largeensuiteshowerandcentralbathroomwithspa

l Gaslogfire,centralheating,splitsystemaircond

l WerribeeRiver,station,shops & restaurantsnearby

PaulNuske

m: 0414717458

paul@triwest.com.au

Saturday11.00am - 11.30am

m: 0438883598 o: 97415900

13/31-33DeutgamStreet

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#751528

0414717458

97415900

l Welldesignedkitchen,gashotplatesanddishwasher

l Generouspreparationareasandcupboardspace

l Spaciousmealsareaandseparateformallounge

l Solidtimberfloors,ductedheatingandsplitsystem

l Undercoverpergolaforallyearroundentertainment

Easywalktoschool,shopandsportingfacilities

Contemporarybutwithwarmthandperiodcharm

Extralargegaragecompletewithvehicleservicepit

Detonate,RenovateorSpeculate....

SubdivideSTCA- Walkto TrainStation

Thisdiamondinthe roughwithincrediblescopefor developmentcentrallylocatedonapproximately724sqm (approx)ofland(NOEASEMENTS)withalarge15.8m frontageand45.7mdepth(approx)withanorth/eastfacing rearyard,thispropertyholdsincrediblescopefordevelopers andownerbuilderswiththepotentialformultipletown housessubjecttocouncilapproval.

CentrallylocatedclosetoGalvinparkSecondaryand Watton Streetisonlyashortstrollaway,providingeasyaccessto shops,cafes, restaurantsandpublictransport.

Inspectionisamust!!! Youwillbeblownaway.

Auctiontermsare10%deposit,unconditionalcontractsand a30daysettlement.

BigHomeWithLowEnergyCost!!

PorterDavisbuilthomesetonover

600m2. 4 greatsizedbedrooms,massive masterbedroomwithWIR & ensuite. Theextraordinaryfloorplanallowsyou tozoneoff differentpartsofthehouse. 3 separatelivingareasincludingformal lounge room,openplanfamily roomwith gaslogfire&a separatetheatre/rumpus

ForSale $499,000-$525,000 View Saturday2-2.30pm

BrandonChangtime 0411683438

room.Thekitchenhasstonebenchtops, 900mmBlancooven , dishwasher, glass splashbackandwalkinpantry.5 star energyrating,10solarpanelson a 66c/ kwfeedtarrifuntil2024,WOW!!Large alfrescoarealeadingto a goodsizeyard with3000Lwatertank,gardenshed & a sprinklersystem.Zoned refrigeration

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888 2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

Auction OnsiteOctober18thAt 12.30pm View Saturday12-12.30pm ljhooker.com

DeeNguyen 0488889988

AdrianMcEvoy 0404499034

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888 2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

AModernLivingEntertainer

Seton500m2(approx.)blockthismodern singlestoreyhomefeaturesbothinternal & externalentertainingareas. Offering 3 bedroom(masterwithwalkin robes & ensuite), 2 bathroomsand spacious L shapedloungeanddining rooms.

Openplankitchenwithstonebenchtops andbreakfastislandbench. Extrasincludeanentrancehall,high ceilings,ductedheatingandcooling, floorboards,windowshutters & freshly carpetedandpainted. Largewraparoundpergolaallowsfor entertaininginstylewhileoverlookingthe grassed rearyard.

Auction OnsiteOctober18that11am View Saturday10.30-11am

AdrianMcEvoy 0404499034 ChrisMartin 0425566543

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888 2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

SanctuaryLakes 20MaritimeCircuit

SizeandSpace-GreatLocation

This 4 bedroomplusstudymansionwill suitthegrowingfamilythatneedsspace. 3 separatelargelivingareas, a very serviceablekitchenmealsareacomplete withdishwasher

Familybathroom,ensuitetohugemaster bedroom & downstairspowder room. Qualitydrapes & curtains,ductedheating & coolingplus a massiveupstairsrumpus room.

ForSale $600,000-$639,000

View Saturday11.30-12noon

TonyCannatelli 0412456293

Outsideoffersanextralargepergola & entertainingarea.Double remotegarage withinternalaccess & rearaccess. Doyouenjoywalksalongtheriver? Well a fewstepsoutsideyourfrontdoorandyou willbeaccommodated.

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888 2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

HoppersCrossing

9KenmoreClose

Familyhomewith a pool!!

Locatedattheendof a quietcourt comprisingof 4 bedrooms,masterwithWIR & ensuiteupstairs,powder roomdownstairs. 2 separatelivingareas

Thesunfilledkitchen,withasnewstainless steelappliancesleadsto a largedining room

Evaporativecooling,centralheating,alarm system,anddouble remotegaragewith internalaccess.

ForSale $459,000-$479,000

View Saturday12-12.30pm

BrandonChangtime 0411683438

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888 2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

Unit1,90BallanRoad

LowMaintenance.StylishLiving

Sittingon a 215m2(approx.)blockishome to a greatsized 2 bedroomunit. Offeringanopenplankitchenwithstainless steelappliancesincludingdishwasher, meals areaand a spaciousfamily room

Featuresincludeductedheatingandsplit systemcooling,highceilings,tiledwalkway& downlights. A lockupgaragewith remote andinternalaccess,lowmaintenancefront ForSale $255,000-$270,000

View Saturday11-11.30am

AdrianMcEvoy 0404499034

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

BigHome!GreatLocation! Stunning35squares(approx)yearold homesituatedinSanctuaryLakesoffering

•4 goodsizebedroomsupstairs

•2 bathroomsincludinganensuitetothe master +a downstairspowder room

•4 spaciouslivingareasincludingan upstairslounge room

• Outdoorentertainingareaoverlooking

thegrassed rearyard

• Openplankitchenwithstainlesssteel appliances

• Ductedheating & splitsystemcooling

• Doublegarageon remote. Thishomeis a musttoinspectforboth investors & thoselookingtolivein.

Auction OnsiteOctober4that2.30pm PriceGuide Biddingfrom$480,000

View Saturday2-2.30pm AdrianMcEvoy 0404499034 ChrisMartin 0425566543

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888 2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

BigRear Yard & AffordableLiving

This 3 bedroomhomeiswellpresentedin a primelocationbetweenthe WerribeePlaza andtrainstation.

Features a greatopenplanwithformal lounge,adjoiningmealsand a bright spaciouskitchen.

Reversecyclesplitsystemforheating & cooling.Outdoorentertainingpergolais pavedandoverlooksthespacious rearyard.

ForSale $285,000-$305,000

View Saturday11.45-12.15pm

AdrianMcEvoy 0404499034

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

32 Talliver Terrace

Investinthisone!

Situatedcloseto WestbourneGrammar schoolandonly25minfromtheCBD. 2 separatelivingareasincluding a formal lounge & openplanfamily room,with a largesplitcoolingsystem.Thekitchenhas stainlesssteelappliancesincludinggastop & rangehood,overlooks a greatsize rear yard with2000Lwatertank.There iscentral heatinganddoublegaragewith remoteand

ForSale $329,000-$349,000

View Saturday3-3.30pm

BrandonChangtime 0411683438

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

31 3

HoppersCrossing 56BaggottDr

Paradiseinyourownbackyard.

Thehomeitselfhasbeen renovatedwith 3 bedrooms,stylishbathroom, a spacious lounge, a modern kitchen & dishwasher & stonewaterfallbench,ductedheatingand totopitalloff,wehave a grandioseupstairs rumpusorstudio.

Caraccommodationplus roomfortrucks, trailersetccompletethisparadiseandthe locationwithinwalkingdistancetothePlaza.

ForSale $399,000-$430,000

View Saturday12.30-1pm

TonyCannatelli 0412456293

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

Wyndham Vale 202BlackforestRd

NoExtra WorkNeededHere

What a greatfeelingtojustmovein andsettledownwithout a worryabout renovating.Thehomeconsistingof 3 bedroomshasfeaturessuchasducted heating,alarmsystem,dishwasher, 900mm oven(stainlesssteel)andanoutdoorspa under a greatpergola,idealforentertaining. Seton a cornerlocationandwith 2 car accommodation,itisidealas a firsthome

ForSale $279,000

View Saturday10.30-11am

TonyCannatelli 0412456293

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

Werribee 2/52LathamSt

GreatLocation

SituatedclosetothePlaza,transport,parks & schoolsthishomeperfectlylocatedfor investors & thosetolivein.

Offering 3 bigbedrooms,walkthrough bathroom,builtins,separatelivingareas, modern kitchen,heating & cooling. Lowmaintenance rearyard and a lockup garage.

ForSale $289,000-$299,000

View Saturday11-11.30am

AdrianMcEvoy 0404499034

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

42 2

Werribee 3LexingtonCourt

BigBlockWith 5 Rooms

Thehomeincludesformallounge & formal dining,separateenclosedrumpus room & builtinbararea.

Outsideisperfectforentertaining,oversized pergolaarea & Jacuzzi.Massive rearyard, gardensheds,3000ltwatertank & separate grannyflat/retreat/5thbedroom.

Allofthiswith a double remotegaragewith drivethruaccessis a mustsee!

ForSale $499,000-$539,000

View Saturday11-11.30am

BrandonChangtime 0411683438

Werribee/HoppersCrossing

97485888

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

Wyndham Vale

Listentothebirds – Cheap

Thelounge roomisspaciousandleadsonto thekitchen/mealsarea.Thekitchenincludes plentyofcupboard space,wallovenand gashotplates.Heatingandsplitsystemair conditionerissuppliedtogetherwithall 3 bedroomshavingbuiltin robes.

Seton548m2offering a huge rearyard withdrivethroughaccessfromthedouble carport.Undercoverentertainingpergola

ForSale $259,000-$265,000

View Saturday12.45-1.15pm

AdrianMcEvoy 0404499034

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

ClosetoNew TrainStation Separatelounge roomatthefrontofthe home.Openplankitchenwithstonebench tops,SSappliances,islandbreakfastbench & spaciousfamily room.

Ductedheating & cooling, a goodsized rear yard.

Seton465m2(approx)blockfeatureshigh ceilings,tiledwalkways & living,downlights & double remotegaragewithinternalaccess. ForSale $375,000-$385,000

View Saturday1-1.30pm

AdrianMcEvoy 0404499034

Werribee/HoppersCrossing 97485888 2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

Modern FamilyLiving

SituatedinthefantasticAlamandaestate, closetoschools,transportlinks & parks. Offering 4 largebedrooms, 2 massivelight filledlivingareas,generousmealsarea. Internalaccesstodouble remotegarage. Thehomealsobenefitsfromductedheating & cooling,securitysystem,landscaped yardsand a greatalfrescoentertainingarea openingtothespacious rearyard.

ForSale $460,000+ View Saturday1-1.30pm

0404499034

97485888

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

Comprisingof 2 spaciousbedrooms,and a largebathroom.Separateloungewithgas heatingand a greatsizekitchenwithnew appliances.

Thediningarealeadsoutto a greatsize outdoorarea,perfectforthoseanimallovers. There is a singlegarageandmassivefront driveway, withample roomforthecars.All ofthisin a peacefulcourtlocation,walking

ForSale $269,000-$289,000

View Saturday1-1.30pm

BrandonChangtime 0411683438

2/229HeathsRoad(opp.Plaza)

4 rosehilldrive,BacchusMarsh

Rayner

endlessvieWs overTheunderBanK FarM.

A 3 B 1 C 2

Wellmaintainedbrick veneerhomewhichcomprisesof3bedrooms,masterwithmirrored builtin robesandensuitewhilethefurthertwobedroomshave mirrored builtinrobesalso.Thetimber kitchensitscomfortably inthemiddleofthehome overlookingtheopenplanmeals,sittingroom andloungeroom.Floortoceilingwindowscapturethenorthernsunwhileanopenfireplacein theloungewill keep youwarmandcosyonwinternights.Featuresincludesplitsystemand ductedheatingandallwindowsaretimber.A long formalentrancewillgreet youas youarrive andastudywhichcouldbeusedasa4thbedroomifrequiredaretothefrontofthehome. Concretedrivewayanddoublecolourbondgarageislocatedtotherearoftheproperty.

Privatesale: $358,000

inspect: ByAppointment

contact: GraemeRayner0417559945

email: graeme@raynerrealestate.com.au

2 TAYLORDRIVE, DARLEY

LARGE FAMILYHOME

Thislargemodernfamilyhome wouldbeideal forabigfamily(approx.26sqsoflivingarea) oranyonewhojustwantslotsofspace.Ithaslargebedrooms,3with B.I.R.andtheMasterwith ahugeensuite(withspabath),and W.I.R.Thehomehasanextra5thbedroom(canbeEASILY convertedtoa formalloungeordiningroom),andastudy(with builtincupboards). Walktothe localshopsandthepeacefulLerderdergRiver.Thehousehasductedgasheating,evaporative cooling,andanalarmsystem.A businesscouldbe runfromthegarage(STCA),asitisalarmed andhasintercom,ductedheatingandcooling,and“heaps”ofstoragecupboards(remote doublerollerdoor).Onlyapprox.9 years young,thehomehas3KW(8panels)ofsolarpower. PrivateSale: $399,500

Inspect: Saturday 4thOctober11:00am-11:30am

Contact: GregBrown0413629440

Email: greg@raynerrealestate.com.au

45ManninGBoulevard, darleY

vicToriansTYle,BreaThTaKinGvieWsonone acrePlus. Setona4,808m2 block(approx)thisgrandVictorianstylehousehasviewstodream for. Withapprox. 38sqsofliving,6sqsbalcony, and6sqsgaragethere’splentyofroom forthefamily(50sqsunderroof line,approx.)Thisoutstandinghomehas9ftceilings,Victoriancornices,architraves,andceilingroses. Thereisatiledentryareawiththe formalloungetothe rightandstudytotheleft,allroomsare carpeted. Walkthroughtheslidingdoortothekitchen,dining,andsecondlivingarea.Doublesliding doorsopentoa3rdlivingarea, rumpus,ortheatreroom.Thehugemainbedroomhasdoubleentry doors,largeensuite(spabath,shower, vanity,&toilet),andawalkthroughrobe.DoubleFrench doorsoffthelandingandmainbedroomtothebalcony, where youcanenjoythose wonderfulviews. Privatesale: $795,000 inspect: ByAppointment contact: GregBrown0413629440 email: greg@raynerrealestate.com.au

MAJESTIC RURALLOCATIONOFMYRNIONG

PristinehomerecentlyrenovatedonthesouthernsideofMyrniong.Consistsof3bedroomsandstudy, twolivingareasandanopenplankitchenwithEssastonebenchtopsandMielestainlesssteelappliances. Themasterbedroomhasawalkinrobeandnewlyrenovatedensuite.Thefurther2bedroomshave mirroredsliding builtinrobes.Thehomewrapsaroundaninternalglassedcourtyardwhichallowsan abundanceoflighttofillallareasofthislovedfamilyhome.Sheddingandhorsefacilitieswillimpress allequestrianenthusiasts. Tengenerouselectrifiedhorsepaddocksaccessed by acentrallaneway, are complemented by 2stables,paddocksheltersandanOlympicsizesanddressagearena.Featuresinclude ductedheatingandcooling,freestanding woodcombustionheater,25,000ltx6watertanks,borewater

PrivateSale: $943,000

Inspect: Saturday 4thOctober2:00-2:30pm

Contact: JulieArchon0422412964

Email: julie@raynerrealestate.com.au

Trawool Estate The Ultimate Retreat

The‘cando’agents.....

HoppersCrossing 66EvrahDrive

Thegrandestofthemall!

•62sqsliving,offering5goodsizebedroomsplusstudy

•Retreatstylemasterbedroomwithexecutiveensuiteandwalkinrobe,and remainingbedroomsofferingbuiltinrobes

•Formalloungeanddining,lightfilledkitchenwithstonebenchtops,dishwasher andplentyofcupboardspace

•Rumpusroom,spaciouslaundry,newfamilybathroom,2ndkitchenoutsideideal forentertainingunderthepatioarea

•Remotedoublegarage,intercomsystem,alarmsystemandsecurityshutters

•SituatedintheprestigiousDerrimutHeathEstateandona1/4aceofland

ForSale

PriceGuide $775,000-$825,000

Inspect ByAppointment

Office 23PrincesHighway,Werribee. 0399740922

Contact PeterRichardson0412327835;StevenRichardson0407445567

HoppersCrossing 38HerbertAvenue

Alovely4bedroomhomeonlyminutesfromthetrainstation

•Apleasantsurpriseawaitsinsidethis4bedroomfamilyhome

•Masterbedroomfeaturingensuitewithallbedroomsofferingbuiltinrobes

•Polishedfloorboardsthroughout,updatedbathroomplusagenerouslaundry

•Formallounge/diningarea,openplankitchenfeaturingdishwasherandplentyof cupboardandbenchspace

•Handysunroom/livingroomwithfloortoceilingwindowsoverlookinglovely establishedgardens

•Poweredgarage/workshoppluscarportandagoodsizepergolaidealfor entertainingallyearround

ForSale

PriceGuide $350,000-$365,000

Inspect Saturday1.30-2pm

Office 23PrincesHighway,Werribee. 0399740922

Contact PeterRichardson0412327835;SusieHaber0403650750

Werribee 8TraceyStreet

Terrificlocation,walktoWerribeeTrainstationandCBD

•Wellcaredforandpresented3bedroomhomemasterofferingensuiteandWIR

•Spaciousformallounge/homeofficeandlightfilledopenplanfamilyliving

•Stunningtimberkitchenwithdishwasherandamplebenchandcupboardspace allservingtoinformallivingareas

•Impressivefullyencloseddeckedpergolaperfectforyearroundentertainingplus agenerousfamlyfriendlybackyard

•Ductedheatingandductedcooling,alarmsystemandremotegarage

•WalkingdistancetotheWerribeetrainstation,WerribeeCBD,restaurantdistrict, parks,Werribeeriverandmore

ForSale

PriceGuide

$350,000-$370,000

Inspect ByAppointment Office 23PrincesHighway,Werribee. 0399740922

Contact PeterRichardson0412327835;StevenRichardson0407445567

Werribee 63EdwardsRoad

Greatblock,greatlocation,greatbuy!

•SituatedonthesouthsideofSynott,isthislovelybrickhomesetofalargeblockof approx910sqm

•Offering4generoussizedbedroomswithfullensuiteandwalkinrobetomaster

•Goodsizeformalloungewithanopenplantiledkitchen/mealsarea

•Allyearcomfortwithgaswallheaterandevaporativecooling

•Doublelockupgarageonahugeallotmentallwithinastonesthroughofthe WerribeeCBD,WerribeeTrainStationandschools

ForSale

PriceGuide $399,000-$429,000

Inspect Saturday2.30-3pm Office 23PrincesHighway,Werribee. 0399740922

Contact SusieHaber0403650750;PeterRichardson0412327835

The‘cando’agents.....

Callingallbuilders,DIYdreamers,orthefussiestofbuyersthatwishtofit outahometotheirtaste!

•Stunningentryandfacadeleadtothiswonderfulopportunity

•Ex-salesbuildingresultinginabaselyusedhome

•Drawingsinplacefora4thbedroomandstudy

•Orstartfreshanddesigntheinternalasyoudesire

•Mastersuiteandbutler’spantry/laundryinplace,therestisuptoyou

•LocatedinthisfastdevelopingpocketofTarneit

•ProvidingaccesstogreatBodyCorporatefacilitiesincludingpool,gym,tenniscourts, etc.

ForSale

PriceGuide $370,000

Inspect ByAppointment

Office Shop38WyndhamVillageSC,Tarneit. 97490010

Contact TraceyDean0433279103;

Beginhere,nestorinvest!

•Thisfourbedroomfamilyhomewith2bathrooms,masterbedroomwithensuiteand walkinrobe,alltheremainingbedroomshavebuiltinrobes.

•Spaciousopenplannedlivingwithlounge,diningareassituatedoffthewell appointedkitchen.

•Featuresincludeheating&cooling,doubleremotegaragewithinternalaccess,big backyardandalsolocatedclosetoprimary&secondaryschools.

PrivateSale

PriceGuide $370,000-$390,000

Inspect Saturday12:00pm-12:30pm

Office Shop38WyndhamVillageSC,Tarneit. 97490010

Contact PeteCooney0421041479

Twohomesinone!

•Spaciousfamily4bedroomhome

•2masterbedroomswithbothwithW.I.Randfullensuites

•2separatelivingareas

•Heating&Coolingcomfort

•Coveredoutdoorentertainingarea

•Garage,carportwithenoughroomforallyourtoys

•Quitecourtlocationwhichisclosetolocalshoppingcentre,primary&secondary schools,localparksandsportinggrounds

PrivateSale

PriceGuide $390,000-$420,000

Inspect Saturday2:00pm-2:30pm

97490010 Contact PeteCooney0421041479

Arguablythebestcourtlocationinthispocket!Thishomeiswortha peekat!

•3bedroomhomeatthebottomofthecourt

•Masterwithensuiteandcentralbathroomservingfurther2bedrooms

•Largelivingwithsplitsystemheatingandcooling

•Brightkitchenoverlookingdeckandsecondliving/dining

•Deckedpergola,watertank,hugeyard,veggiepatch,drivethroughaccess

•Sensationallocation,walkingtracks&parklandscloseby

•Zonedforgreatschools,closetotransportandawonderfulopportunityformany buyers

ForSale

PriceGuide $330,000-$350,000

Inspect Saturday12:00pm-12:30pm

Office Shop38WyndhamVillageSC,Tarneit. 97490010

Contact TraceyDean0433279103;PeteCooney0421041479

TARNEIT 118RIVERSDALEDRIVE

Comprisingfourgreatsizedfittedbedrooms,masterwithfullensuite,greatsized formallounge,theatre roomwiththeatre included,splendiddesignerlikekitchenwith stonebenchesandamplecupboardsplus a magnificentopenplanarrangementof familyandmealsareas.Upstairsboastsqualitytimberflooring,fantasticsizedliving areaandaccessto a wonderfuloversizedbalconylookingatmagnificentviews ofparklandsandthe WerribeeRiver!Appointmentsincludegasductedheating, evaporativecooling,alarmsystem,highceilings,double remotegaragewithdrive throughaccess,huge(13xpanel)solarpanelsystem & eastfacingallweatheralfresco.

PRICE $640,000-$670,000

INSPECT Sat4thOctober1:00pm-1:30pm

TARNEIT

5FOXFIELD WAY

Justperfectforthegrowingfamilyisthisspaciousfamilyhomecateringforallofthose littletoucheswe’re alllookingfortodayaboveandbeyond!Comprisingfourverylarge bedrooms,masterwithdualvanityensuiteanddoublewalkin robes,hugeformal livingzones,lovelyhostesskitchenwithplentyofbenchandcupboard spaceplus a tremendousopenplanarrangementfeaturingmealsandfamilyareasplus a large rumpus roomtoo!Appointmentsincludegasductedheating, 2x reversecycleair conditioners,alarmsystem,andpopupsprinklersystemalso.

PRICE $480,000-$510,000 INSPECT Sat4thOctober11:30am-12:00pm

PhotoIDrequired CONTACT RickO’Halloran0411162028 VedikaBabbar0401153555

HOPPERSCROSSING 13FULHAMCOURT

Presentingfivegeneroussizedbedroomsincludingspaciousmasterwithwalkin robeand lavishensuitefittedwithporcelaintiles,tiledshowerbaseandfully renovated.Uponentry youwillbeimmediatelyimpressedbytheinvitingstepdownformallivingwithcathedral ceilingandthewarmthof a gaslogfire withexposedbrickmantle.Flowingthroughthe mainhallwayentrancethehomeoffersgeneroussizedformaldiningbefore entering theopenplanofinformaldiningwithadditionalfamilyliving.Comprisingof a hostess kitchenfittedwithgascooktop,dishwasherandamplecupboard andclearbenchspace. Outdoorsisperfectlylaidoutincluding a largepitchedpergolawithexposedaggregate concrete,beautifullymanicuredgardens,plentyofopengrassforthekidstoplay, not tomention a builtinbasketballpad.Additionalappointmentsinclude,gasheating, evaporativecooling,double remotegarage,watertankandgardenshed.

PRICE $540,000-$560,000 INSPECT Sat4thOctober1:00pm-1:30pm

PhotoIDrequired CONTACT ReeceBeckley0400123885

WERRIBEE 6 VAINASTREET

Whatdoyougetwhenyoucombine a beautifularchitecturally-designedhomewith a desirableriversidesetting?Comeinsideandsee!Centrallylocatedandonly a shortstroll fromthescenic WerribeeRiver, thisestablished residenceistrulyoneof a kind.Consisting of 4 generoussizedfittedbedroomswithnewcarpet,masterwith a largewalkin robeand roomyensuitecompletewithoversizedspabath.Abovethesunlitformallounge,soaring cathedralcedarwoodceilingscatchtheeyewhilstthecoonarawoodheaterprovides a spaceinwhichtounwind.Inaddition,anabundanceoflivingandentertainingzones includeanadjoiningfamilyandmealsarrangementaswellas a largeformaldining room. Thesizeablesolidtimberkitchenmakesmealtimes a breezewhilstenjoyinggarden-lined courtyard views. A hostofappointmentsincludecentralhydronicheating,splitsystem cooling,double-drawerdishwasher, doublegarageandamplestorage.With a largeyard, drive-throughaccessand a 660m2allotment(approx.).

WYNDHAM VALE

2GREENWHICHCLOSE

A wonderfullydressedHamlyncottagesituatedin a quietcourtlocationoffersplenty ofextrasandsurprisepackagesthroughout.Presentingthreefittedbedrooms,lovely hostesskitchenandanopenplanarrangementoflounge,familyandmealsareas. Appointmentsincludegasheater, gasductedheating,evaporativecooling, 9 foot ceilings,double remotegaragewithinternalanddrivethroughaccessplus a fantastic allweatherpergolaoverlooking a goodsizedyard.Currentlytenantedon a periodic lease,there are optionsforanon-goingandsecure investmentor a wonderfulplaceto occupy Inspectionsare sure toimpress!

METHOD

PRICE $310,000-$325,000 INSPECT Sat4thOctober-1:15pm-1:45pm

PhotoIDrequired CONTACT RickO’Halloran0411162028

PRICE $395,000-$430,000 INSPECT Sat4thOctober-2:00pm-2:30pm PhotoIDrequired CONTACT LeeMartin0400957839

WERRIBEE 9COULTONCOURT

Nestledin a quietcourtlocationwithintheexclusive“WestleighGardens”estateis thisbrightandspacioushomeofferingeverything a growingfamilyneeds.Presenting fourspaciousbedrooms,masterwithensuiteandwalkin robe, L shapeloungedining zonesand a generoussizedkitchen / mealsareathatleadsthroughto a hugerumpus room.Qualityappointmentsincludeductedheatingandcooling,alarmsystem,solar poweranddouble remotegarage.Offeringthelandsizeof706m2(approx)properties inthishighlysoughtareaare rare.Bequicktoinspect!

PRICE $440,000-$480,000 INSPECT Sat4thOctober-2:15pm-2:45pm

PhotoIDrequired CONTACT MatthewHowden0409805990

WERRIBEE 23WHITEHALLCRESCENT

Quietlocation,fittedbedrooms, ensuite,largelounge,kitchen,meals, heatingmcooling,verylargepergola area & gardenshed. PRICE $270.00perweek

Freshlypainted,L-Shapedlounge, hostesskitchen,gascooking,heating, cooling,pergola,gardenshed & single carport.

WERRIBEE 1/12-13BUNYAPLACE

Beautifullymaintained,spacious lounge,openplantiledfamily, meals, kitchenwithdishwasher, ducted heating & landscapedgardens.

WERRIBEE 13JENNICOURT

Courtlocation,separatelounge,meals, modern kitchen,ensuite,heating, cooling,pergola,beautifulyard& shed.

WERRIBEE 2A WATTLE AVENUE

Perfectlocation,separatelounge, hostesskitchen,tiledmeal,twoway bathroom,heating,cooling & low maintenancegardens. PRICE $290.00perweek

WYNDHAM VALE 18BURCHELLI WAY

Modern,twolargespaciousliving areas,largeopenplankitchen, dining,heating,cooling,alfreso & low maintenanceyards.

16LATHAMSTREET Ideallylocated,separatelounge,tiled openplankitchen,dining,heating, cooling,pergola & carportwith roller door

Centrallylocated,separatelounge, kitchen,dining,heating,cooling, polishedfloorboards,fitted robes & spacious rearyard.

Immaculatelypresented,formallounge, openplankitchen,dining,lounge, enormousbutlerspantry, alfresco & landscapedgardens.

ADDTOYOURPORTFOLIO/ORMOVEINTO

We haveonofferthismodern3bedroombrickveneervillaunitina blockoftwowithbuilt-in-robestoall3bedrooms,openplanlivingto thekitchen/mealsareaadjoiningthelounge room,ductedheating, air-conditioning, rearyardandlockupgarage.Arrangeforyour inspectiontoday!

SANCTUARYLAKES 45/9GREGNORMANDRIVE

Aninvestmentopportunityforthosewanting a hasslefree,lowmaintenancetownhouse withmonthlyincomefromtenantQuestServicedApartments returningapproximately $17,000.00 a yearwith 5 furthertermseachof 5 years.Thisdoublestorey residence features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,fullyequippedkitchen,stylishfurnishings,fully equippedlaundry, largeterraceandgreatviewoff themainbedroombalcony, splitair conditioningandheatingunits.Thecomplexisonly a shortstrolltoSanctuaryLakes Resort’s facilitiesincludingpool,gymnasium,tenniscourtsand restaurants.Ifyouare lookingfor a setandforgetinvestmentpropertywithexcellent returnsandincreasesthen looknofurtherthanthisfantasticaffordableopportunity

11thOctober201412:00pm

Golf-SideHavenonaSpectacularScale

Thisexquisiteandelegantlyappointedfamilyhomeisashowpieceofcontemporarydesign;living areasflowseamlesslythroughtosuperboutdoordiningandentertainingareaoverlookingthe rolling fairwaysofthegolfcourse.Featuresincludeductedheatingandcooling,plantationshutters,solar electricity,watertank,gardenshed,monitoredalarm,triplecargaragewithinternalaccessanddrive throughaccessaswellasaperfectlymanicuredyardfronttoback.Don’tdelay,enquiretoday!

View Sat11:00-11:30amPhotoIDReq PrivateSale

EPR $849,000-$899,000

StevenSpiteri0423428079Office: Werribee97317022

FullOfCharacterandCharm

Situatedintheheartof Werribee,andwithinashortdistancetobusstopsandschoolslaysthis immaculatelypresentedhomeboastingcharacterandcharm.Comprisingofthreebedrooms withbuiltin robesplusaseparatestudy,solidtimberfloorboardsthroughout,brandnewcarpet throughout,ductedheating,newsplitsystemcooling,largedoublegarageandimmaculately presentedfrontand reargardens.Bequicktoinspectthisproperty,itwillsurelyimpress.

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EPR $290,000-$320,000 George Yacoubian0402658335Office: Werribee97317022

TheIdealStart!

Recently renovated,thishomeoffers3bedroomswithBIR’s,centrallylocatedfamilybathroomwith spabath,newvanity,newtilesandnewshower,agoodsizedlounge roomwithplentyofnaturallight andspaceforastudynook,freshly renovatedkitchenwithnews/sappliances.Otherfeaturesinclude; pergola,doublecarport,doublelockupgaragewithdrivethroughaccess,gasheating,evapcooling, refrigeratedcooling&alllocatedonagenerous535m2(approx.).Don’tdelayandenquiretoday!

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EPR $299,000-$329,000 ScottPerry0439595461Office: Werribee97317022

Bayviews,fitforaKing! Attentionthosewhohavebeensearchingforthatperfectlottofinallybuildadreamhome... 1167m2(approx)ofvacantlandwithbayviewshasmadeitselfavailableforyourtaking!Situatedin thebestpositionof WerribeeSouth,thisblockhaspotentialforsubdivision,orenoughspacetobuild adreampalacewithin30kmsfromtheMelbourneCBD.19.34mfrontage,and60.35mlong,means imaginationistheonlythingthatwillgetinthewayofpotential!STCA,thissitetrulyisonetoenquire on.Don’tdelay,enquiretoday!

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EPR $750,000-$780,000 StevenSpiteri0423428079Office: Werribee97317022

TheClaremontisdesignedwithasmoothand consistentflow.Features4spaciousbedroomswith WIRs,3bathrooms,openplanlivingarea,kitchen andmealsareacomplimentedbythe relaxing indoor-outdooralfresco,additionalrumpus, luxuriousmasterbdrmwithWIR,doublevanity ensuite&balcony.

- $680,000

CONTACT TonyParissis0418325610

OFFICE 12/28aHumeDrive,Sydenham 94494288

DESIGNEDFORSTYLE

$465,000 - $495,000 CONTACT TonyParissis0418325610 OFFICE 12/28aHumeDriveSydenham 94494288 WILLIAMSLANDING 21MoorhenBlvd4

Situatedinalovelypocket,boasting4spacious bedroomswithBIRs,masterwithfullensuiteand WIR,study,kitchenwithbutler’spantry,family mealsarea&alfresco.Features:Ductedheating, glasssplashback,Caesarbenchtop,gascooktop, rangehood,dishwasher&securitysystem.

THEMADISON

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A cab savvy American

ByBen omas

I alwaystakenoticewhenoverseaswinemakers come over and talk up Australian wines. It’s fascinating to hear their views on who is doing well and what regions and wine styles they’re excited about.

When Michel Chapoutier (Rhône Valley and Victoria’s Pyrenees) talks, you listen; likewise Jacques Lurton (Bordeaux and Kangaroo Island). Napa Valley winemaker Chris Carpenter was recently spruiking Australian cabernet sauvignon.

Carpenter specialises in the Bordeaux varieties of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and cabernet franc and makes wine at a series of vineyards in the mountains of California’s Napa Valley.

Acoupleofyearsago,Carpenter’semployers, America’s Jackson Family Wines, bought McLaren Vale’s Clarendon vineyard. e name may not mean much to many of us but the vineyard has been a constant supplier to Penfolds and Hardy’s top wines for years. It could easily be considered one of Australia’s best vineyards.

e Jacksons installed a local winemaker –Charlie Seppelt – and Carpenter as consulting winemaker to oversee their new wines, labelled Hickinbotham a er the man who planted the vineyard in the 1970s. Carpenter is here to concentrate on cabernet sauvignon.

When he arrived, Carpenter says he knew little about Australian cabernet sauvignon and its regional styles so he set out to learn as much as he could about them. He was pretty excited by what he found.

Carpenter’s vineyard

After making wine in Tuscany and the Napa Valley, Chris Carpenter jumped at the chance to make wine in Australia.

“That vineyard, and the history of that vineyard and the brands it has contributed to, and its unique place in a nether region between McLaren Vale and the Adelaide Hills was something I wanted to explore and understand and see what I could do with the cabernet there.

“There’s really, really old vine cabernet in that vineyard that we don’t see in the Napa Valley because phylloxera just wiped us out 30 years ago. There’s 80-year-old vines that are gnarly and deep-rooted.

“There’s a unique part of that vineyard that shows the same characteristics as the mountains do in the Napa. It helps grape concentration in a unique way and that’s something I have great familiarity with.”

“A friend of mine collected Aussie wines in the ’90s when people collected Aussie wines. But the US got pounded with a lot of plonk, which is a shame, and the understanding of Australian wines faded in the States.

“It was so nice to understand that there’s incredible wines being made here in Australia.

“It was a great pleasure for me to come out and learn about cabernet in Australia. In my rst month here in Australia I probably tasted 100 Aussie cabs,” Carpenter says, adding that more interesting, better wines are now appearing on American shelves.

The amount of talent and incredible winegrowing areas is unsurpassed.

“One of the things I’ve learned throughout that process – or at least have tried to learn – is what is the understanding of cabernet in Australia.

“When I approached the cabernet at Hickinbotham a lot of that tasting was in my mind. That black olive note, the little

bit of a green note you get in cabernet in Australia. I wanted to maintain that, add a little Bordeaux and Napa into it and get some of those fruit characters it has to offer. That was my goal.”

Carpenter’s first Australian cabernet, the 2012 Hickinbotham Clarendon Vineyard Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon, was released last month.

Nicola’s in the fast lane

By Liam Twomey

Nicola Hancock has the one thing all great fast bowlers have in common ... an intimidation factor.

Withashinynewballinherhand,shehas the choice of ramping up her speed, aiming to knock the stumps out of the ground, or digging the ball in short and delivering her own brand of chin music.

“I think, in general, people are a bit intimidated by me,” Hancock says.

“I’m bigger than a normal girl, very broad built. I do like to dig the ball in.”

Hancockisatearawaybowlerandbig-hitting batsman from Williamstown who wants to make her mark on the Australian women’s cricket landscape.

She opens the bowling, bats in the middle order and seemingly has success wherever she goes.

e 18-year-old has represented Victoria at under-age level for the past four seasons.

SherecentlytravelledtotheCricketAustralia Centre of Excellence in Brisbane for an under-18 talent camp. Hancock said she was looking forward to displaying her skills in her rst taste of national duties.

“I want to get my name out there,” she said.

“I want to show them what I have and what I can bring to a team.

‘‘I’m a bowler and I have a bit of pace behind me. I’m faster than normal girls and, hopefully, that’s what they see as my talent.”

With the attention of national selectors sparked, Hancock is also set for a big year with Victoria a er receiving a Cricket Victoria ‘Vic Spirit’ contract.

She joins Australian World Cup hero and fellow western suburbs gun Jess Cameron in the 19-woman Vic Spirit squad whose coach Barry Neivandt is suitably impressed.

“Nicolaispossiblythequickestfemalebowler in Victoria,” he said.

“She hits a big ball in the mid-lower order andhasagreatarmintheout eld.She’sstrong, committed and passionate.”

While a lot of promising young athletes are eventuallyforcedtochoosebetweentwosports,

Runaway Reds

Hoppers Crossing is through to the Football Federation Victoria men’s state league 4 nal after a runaway 4-1 win over Up eld at Arndell Park Reserve on Friday night. The Reds were lucky to have parity (1-1) at half-time, thanks to a spectacular save from goalkeeper Shaun Page just before the break. Up eld scored rst, but Khalil Assaad equalised with a glancing header from a set piece. The second half was all one-way traf c, with Reds winger Zia Sherzai a constant threat on the left side. He was rewarded for his hard work to put Hoppers 2-1 ahead and

Hancock had three in her kit a er representing Victoria in hockey and athletics.

“Hockey season has always been in the winter so that worked out well with me for tness,” she said.

“With athletics and cricket, it was always very hard. I’d go from athletics in the morning and then hop o to cricket.

“Eventually I made the decision in under-16s that I’d focus on cricket. I had to give up athletics and it’s turned out pretty well.”

For her outstanding sporting achievements, Hancock is a monthly nominee for the Don Deeble Rising Star award, run by Sunshine Western Region Sports Club in conjunction with StarWeekly.

She will receive $1000 donated by the YarravilleClubCricketClubandotherprizesto help reach her sporting goals. e Don Deeble Rising Star award recognises young athletes in the western suburbs who have achieved outstanding results at state and national level.

■ It’s best and fairest season. Werribee crowned Jarred Moore as back-to-back winner of the Bruce Montgomery Trophy at Moonee Valley Racing Club last Thursday, and Williamstown will present the Gerry Callahan Medal at Williamstown Town Hall on Friday. At Western Jets, rst-year player Brayden Monk, a Werribee Districts junior, took out the Barry Round Medal, and it was no surprise to see Wayde Skipper win the Hoppers Crossing B&F. He’ll also be a leading contender for the Barry Priest Medal at the WRFL presentations this Friday. And there’s a new award in the WRFL this year, the Ron & Thelma Angwin Medal for best and fairest in division 3. It’s a most deserving honour for Ron (deceased) and Thelma, who were both awarded life membership of the league because of their tireless work for the competition. I’m so pleased to see Thelma recognised for her contribution.

■ Looks is if Caroline Springs footy club will have to wait another year to sign up two-time Hawthorn premiership player Brian Lake to the Lakers’ playing or coaching ranks. Brian’s a great supporter of the club on and off the eld, but he’s keen to try for a third AFL premiership in 2015. What a move going from the Bulldogs to the Hawks turned out to be for him personally ... two premiership medals and a Norm Smith. One former AFL player has already moved on, with Deer Park’s Brent Guerra signing as player-coach of Chelsea in the Southern footy league.

■ With just one function to go on my footy calendar for this season – the WRFL presentation night this Friday – it’s interesting to look back on the highlights. Footscray winning the VFL premiership heads the list and, even though I work for Werribee, I love to see the Doggies win anything. I am, after all, a life member. The joy that win brought to long-time Doggies supporters was wonderful to see.

in the nal at Jubilee Park, Ringwood at 6pm on Saturday.

As you were at the Devils Werribee Devils have opted for stability, retaining all their coaches for the next Big V basketball season. The Devils solidi ed their place in the men’s championship under Mark Hughes, who will return to the club. Lloyd Klaman took the women’s division 1 side to the nals in a promotion year and was rewarded with a contract extension. The youth league teams will be coached by Trevor Burnette (men) and Paul Jones (women).

Cricket returns Werribee will open the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association north-west season on home soil in a two-day game against Kew at Chirnside Park starting on Saturday. The Tigers are eager to atone for last summer’s disappointing nals campaign, when they fell short of expectations. They advanced through the qualifying nal stage with a draw against Altona before succumbing to Noble Park in the semi- nal. The Tigers will again be led by captain Shaun

Dean and vice-captain Tim O’Brien. In the VTCA, Hoppers Crossing is the highest-ranked Wyndham club, playing in the top ight senior division. The Cats will start their new campaign on the road at St Bernard’s Old Collegians in a two-day game starting on Saturday. In west A1, there will be a mouth-watering local derby rst up, with Wyndhamvale to host Werribee Centrals. Point Cook will make the trip to Williamstown CYMS. In west B1, Seabrook entertains Williamstown Imperials in their rst dig of the summer. In the WDCA, Bellbridge will face Melton Centrals at home in round one.

Back-to-back Tiger Tough-as-nails onballer Jarred Moore, formerly of the Sydney Swans, has won back-to-back Bruce Montgomery Trophies at Werribee Football Club. The captain won the senior B&F with 37 votes from Jye Bolton (32), Michael Sodamaco (29), Tom Gribble (26) Tim McGenniss (26), Scott McMahon (22) and Scott Sherlock (20). The development league best and fairest went to Billy Iles, who tallied 29 votes, from Meyrick Buchanan (26), Jobi Harper (24) and Jason Robinson (23).

Lance Jenkinson

■ It was also great to see Parkside get the monkey off its back and win a grand nal after so many attempts in recent years. And Werribee Districts’ debut as a senior team in the WRFL went better than I expected; they’ll be a force for years to come. The lowlights for me were the power of money at all levels of football to dictate results and the crumbling nature of football participation of kids from 16-18. The standard is still pretty good, but the interest is waning and that’s a big concern. I don’t have a de nitive answer for either problem.

Any news, let me know on email kevin@howdypartnersmedia.com.au. Follow me on Twitter @KevinHillier, and check out the Howdy Partners Media website.

Western Jet takes off

By Liam Twomey

Brayden Monk has enjoyed an excellent 12 months.

A er missing out on the Western Jets squad in2013,theteenagerreturnedwithavengeance this year, ghting his way into the TAC Cup club’s top echelon of players.

e reward for his hard work came last week when the teenager claimed the Western Jets’ best and fairest award.

Monk won the Barry Round Medal with 214 votes from teammates Liam Duggan and Billy Myers, who nished second and third with 187 votes and 167 respectively.

e 18-year-old was a picture of consistency throughout the season, named among the Jets’ best players in 12 of his 17 matches, including the club’s elimination nal loss to Dandenong.

Western Jets region manager Shane Sexton was full of praise for Monk.

“I can remember watching him run around in an under-16 Western Region Football League nal…hewasagoodlittleplayeratthe time,” Sexton said. “You just sort of wondered if he would be able to make it at his size

“He really didn’t get much of a look in last year, and in fact he wasn’t on the list at all. He wasinourMajakDawmulticulturalsquadand played some super footy.

“A er he had showed that dedication, that perseverance, that desperation to succeed, we gave him a look in.

“All of those characteristics have shown through again this year and he’s been an outstanding player.”

For Duggan, second-placing in the Barry Roundmedalcapso anoutstanding nalyear of junior football.

e Melton resident was a member of the AFL AIS Academy, played in the under-18 national championships, and played and was integral to the Jets reaching the nals.

“His [Duggan’s] second-place nish is a terri c re ection of the season he has had,” Sexton said.

While the TAC Cup season might be over, there is no slowing down for the Jets’ top-line players, who have turned their attention to the AFL dra .

SixJetswillbeputonshowforAFLrecruiters at the AFL dra combine next month before November’s national dra .

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Diam Ck (1) 4-55, C of Heid (1) 16-72 Green (1) 0-41, Rosan (1) 0-48 Montm (4) 16-73, Ivan (2) 1360 Box H RSL (1) 3-52, Elth (2) 13-69 Hurst (1) 3-65. Sec 4: Ring (1) 14-74 Lily (1) 2-46, Heathm (1) 16-95 Monb (1) 0-49, Moorool (1) 2-43 Chirn Pk (1) 14-54, Warb (1) 2-55 Yarra Glen (1) 14-61.75, Croy (1) 14-87 East Glf (1) 2-45. Sec 5: N Bal (1) 13-67 MCC Kew Sports (1) 3-55, Verm Sth (2) 3-55

Donv (1) 13-61, Fern Gul (1) 16-79 Bays (1) 0-45, East Glf (2) 0-38 Heathm (2) 16-94, Mitch (1) 4-49 MCC (1) 12-58. Sec 6: Nar War (1) 16-78 Verm Sth (3) 0-29, Nob Pk (1) 4-60 Dand Clb (1) 12-61, Clay (2) 2-60 Hamp Park (1) 14-65, Mulg CC (5) 16-80 Card Waters (1) 0-41, Keys (1) 2-49 Cran (2) 14-

68 Sec 7: Coates (1) 16-60 Ash (1) 0-45 Ment (1) 16-68 Arma (2) 0-48, Caul Pk Alma (1) 0-54 Glen E-McK (1) 16-69, Murr Pk (1) 4-55 Chelt (1) 12-69, Bright (1) 15-74 Burw Dist (1) 1-36. Sec 8: Mid Pk (1) 16-68.25 Beau (1) 0-55, Hamp (1) 16-69 Arma (3) 0-52, Alb Pk (1) 14-57 Caul Pk Alma (2) 2-56, Elst Pk (1) 16-90 Bright (2) 0-38, Elst Clb (1) 16-76 Ment (2) 0-44. Div 2: Sec 1: Buck Pk (2) 14-77 Suns RSL (1) 2-54, Pt Cook Vill (1) 14-64 Hopp (2) 2-41, Suns VRI (1) 2-46 Suns C (1) 14-53, Sunb (2) 4-72 Alt (2) 2-48, Yarr/Foot (3) 16-78 Deer Pk (1) 0-43. Sec 2: Moon Pds (1) 2-54 Prin Pk Carl (1) 14-67, Dare C (1) 1473 Fair (1) 2-50, Strath (3) 0-39 Lal (3) 16-96, W Cob (1) 16-75 Fawk (1) 0-51, Ess (1) 14-89 Broad (1) 2-49. Sec 3: Box H RSL (2) 7-61 Rich Uni (1) 9-61, Whitt (3) 14-71 C of Heid (2) 2-47, Heid Golf (1) 13-62 N Bal (2) 3-54, Diam Ck (2) 14-65 Temp (1) 2-60, Montm (5) 0-43 Elth (3) 16-66. Sec 4: Bor (1) 14-66 Black (2) 2-57, Lily (2) 14-63 Y Val CC (1) 2-60, Heals (1) 16-92 Box H RSL (3) 0-30, Burw Dist (2) 4-54 Moorool (2) 12-56, Donv (2) 1463 Ring (2) 2-53. Sec 5: Ber (1) 16-81 Heathm (3) 0-30, Verm Sth (4) 16-82 Bor (2) 0-35, Bays (2) 14-63 Heath Rec (3) 2-51, Lily (3) 7-56 Fern Gul (2) 9-56, East Glf (3) 2-44 Benn (1) 14-77. Sec 6: Mal (1) 4-53.75 Ber (2) 12-56, Chad (1) 14-64 Oak (1) 2-59, MCC (2) 12-56 Elst Clb (2) 4-55, Murr (1) 2-55 Caul Pk Alma (3) 14-69, Ash (2) 4-56 Camb Cent (1) 12-66. Sec 7: Dand Clb (2) 14-56 Burd Pk (1) 2-42, Card Waters (2) 14-66 Dand RSL Rec (1) 2-59, Cran (3) 12-68 Ber (3) 4-55, Edith (2) 16-76 Fern Gul (3) 0-27, Hamp Park (2) 4-47 Keys (2) 1252. Sec 8: Blk Rk (1) 14-69 Bright (3) 0-43, Park (1) 12-69 Edith (3) 4-64, Mord (1) 16-87 Sand (1) 0-35, Chels (1) 14-55 Carr (1) 2-53, SOC (1) 16-91 Moorab (1) 0-27. Div 3: Sec 1: Suns C (2) 2-56 Melt (3) 14-59, Hopp (3) 14-66 Mari Pk (2) 2-55, W’bee (4) 14-54 Yarr/ Foot (4) 2-41, St. Albans (1) 2-54 City of Melb (1) 1467, Keil (2) 0-57 Pt Cook Vill (2) 16-79. Sec 2: Glenr (2) 16-85 Glad Pk (1) 0-45, Heid Golf (2) 14-67 Keil (3) 2-61, Lal (4) 14-70 Rosan (2) 2-54, Buck Pk (3) 16-63 Sunb (3) 0-43.5, Kings (3) 14-66 Green (2) 2-54. Sec 3: Y Val CC (2) 2-51 E Ivan (2) 14-59, Black Nth (3) 16-70 Hurst (2) 0-43, Mitch (2) 1694 N Bal (3) 0-45, Donc (3) 14-64 Croy (2) 2-46, Chirn Pk (2) 13-64 Donv (3) 3-57. Sec 4: Monb (2) 16-64 Lily (4) 0-50, Moorool (3) 14-73 Heals (2) 2-47, Donv (4) 2-47 Chirn Pk (3) 14-58, Heath Rec (4) 2-61 Yarra Junct (1) 14-67. Sec 5: Chirn Pk (4) 2-58 MCC (3) 14-69, Black (3) 14-54 Mt Wav (2) 2-47, Lily (5) 14-61 Moorool (4) 2-43, N Bal (4) 1463 MCC Kew Sports (2) 2-53,

Adam’s Giant effort praised

Western Jets region manager Shane Sexton says the success of Adam Kennedy should be a lesson for all the region’s footballers.

Kennedy notched up his 50th game for Greater Western Sydney this season.

But it hasn’t always been smooth sailingforthedefender,whowasinitially overlooked by AFL club recruiters.

e then Melton resident wasn’t rookie-listed a er his top-age TAC Cup season and returned to the club as an over-age player.

Twelve months later, he made his debut for the Giants.

Kennedy was on hand at the Jets’ best and fairest function last week.

“We interviewed Adam on the night and talked to him about his career,” Sexton said.

“He didn’t play at the Western Jets in the under 15s or 16s.

“As a 17-year-old, he started to show his athleticism and running capacity.

“Asan18-year-old,hehadasolidyear. Some clubs were talking about making him a rookie-listed player. at didn’t eventuate.

“He came back as a 19-year-old and had an outstanding year, got himself dra ed and three years later he has played in excess of 50 games of AFL football.

“ ere is a lesson there – that if you believe you’re good enough and you want to play the game, persevere and be the best that you can be.”

Liam Twomey

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(2) 14-73 Hopp (4) 2-41, Melt (4) 0-29.25 Palm Lake (1) 16-78, Deer Pk (2) 2-48 New (2) 14-51, Alt (3) 0-39 Will (2) 16-89, Suns RSL (2) 2-53 Port Melb (2) 14-72. Sec 2: Dare C (2) 0-39 Pres/Res (3) 16-72, St Alb (2) 0-47 Moon Val (1) 1665, Palm Lake (2) 16-83 Fawk (2) 0-34, Cob More (1) 2-36 Rosam (1) 14-74, Ess (2) 12-70 Broad (2) 4-60. Sec 3: Pres/Res (2) 2-56 Montm (6) 14-58, Elth (4) 16-62 Donv (5) 0-40.25, Whitt (4) 14-60 Bund RSL (4) 2-48, Rosan (3) 4-48 Kings (4) 12-55, Ess (3) 0-41 Lal (5) 16-65. Sec 4: Moorool (5) 0-44

Chirn Pk (5) 16-83, Yarra Glen (2) 16-94 Montm (7) 0-25, N Bal (5) 14-60 Whitt (5) 2-49, Heathm (4) 14-80 Kings (5) 2-40, Donv (6) 0-56 Grey (2) 16-71. Sec 5: Monb (3) 16-109 Chad (2) 0-34, Ash (3) 2-55 Black Nth (2) 14-69, Bor (3) 13-62 Verm

Sth (5) 3-52, MCC (4) 16-76 MCC Kew Sports (3) 0-51. Sec 6: Cran RSL (1) 14-78 Pak (2) 2-39, Wav

Glf (4) 2-57 Burd Pk (2) 14-72, Mulg CC (8) 2-48 Ber (5) 14-66, Dand Clb (3) 4-53.5 Bor (4) 12-65. Sec 7: Elst Clb (3) 16-73 Mal (2) 0-45.25, Moorab (2) 2-57 Coates (2) 14-63, Sand (2) 14-76 Arma (6) 2-52, Elst Pk (2) 16-89 Caul Pk Alma (5) 0-38. Sec 8: Caul Pk Alma (6) 0-36.75 Hamp (3) 16-63, Chelt (3) 14-71 Arma (7) 2-35, Carr (2) 14-65 Ment (4) 2-53, Sand (3) 0-37 Edith (4) 16-93, Beau (4) 1455 Bright Bch (1) 2-52. Div 5: Sec 1: Elth (5) 14-49 Donc (5) 0-27.5, Ivan (3) 14-67 Thorn (2) 0-16, Craig (2) 0-24 Diam Ck (3) 14-52. Sec 2: Bays (3) 0--15 Cran (4) 14-15, Glen Wav (5) 13-62 Croy (4) 1-21, Dand City (1) 14-59 Verm Sth (7) 0-19, Heathm (5) 2-32 Croy (3) 12-39. Sec 3: Clay (4) 0-27.5 Glen E-McK (2) 14-47, Mord (3) 14-56 Murr (2) 0-32, Bent (1) 14-55 Murr Pk (2) 0-30, Mid Pk (3) 14-44.75 Bent (2) 0-29.

SOCCER

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal 1 (OxladeChamberlain 74) Tottenham Hotspur 1 (Chadli 56); Manchester United 2 (Rooney 5, van Persie 22) West Ham 1 (Sakho 37); Hull City 2 (Mangala 21 og, Hernandez 32 pen) Manchester

MOTOR

Zen-like affordable luxury

By David Bonnici

During the school run one morning my daughtercommentedhowIwasquitecalmand not expressing my usual frustration at fellow motorists who do remarkably foolish things at that time of day.

I thought it was because no one had done anything to displease me – but that just isn’t possible–soitwasprobablyduetothecalming in uence projected by the Kia Optima.

e Optima isn’t the rst car that comes to mind when you think of the medium car market, but it certainly deserves a second look.

Like most of the Kia stable, it’s a lovely car to look at and has plenty of extras for the price. e range includes the base model Si(startingat$34,769),theSliandthetopofthe range Platinum.

ePlatinummodelIdrovehadalonglistof features that you’d nd in cars well beyond its mid-40s price tag. ese included the opening panoramic roof, leather trim seats (the front are heated and have two position memory settings),blindspotdetection,plentyofstorage and a host of safety features.

e entertainment system is controlled through a 7-inch touch screen with the usual bluetooth and USB connectivity and satellite navigation and rear view camera. e sound you get through the six-speaker Premium sound system, with external amp and sub woofer, is exceptional.

Along with all the bells and whistles, it has an attractive interior and comfortable, sports car-like driving position that just makes you feel good to be at the wheel.

e148kw2.4-litreengine(morepowerthan its Mazda 6 and Toyota Camry rivals) pushes the Optima along quite well. Like most larger 4-cylinder cars, it’s a bit sluggish at the low end, but it has quite a bit of grunt when you put the foot down, with pretty modest fuel consumption. It’s ni y around bends, too, and feels sporty when using the paddle shi ers. It’s nice and roomy and will easily accommodate three adults in the back, though

headroomcanbeanissueforanyoneonthetall side. e boot space is cavernous and there’s heapsofstorageinthecabin,includingcupand bottle holders, sunglass holder and a cooling glovebox.

e Optima stacks up well against its medium car rivals and others considered to be a class above.

It’s available at Werribee Kia, Morris Road, Hoppers Crossing. www.werribeekia.com.

FUEL SAVER SERVICE

VN-VY COMMODORE SERVICE INCLUDES:

•฀Replacement฀of฀Engine฀Oil,฀Oil,฀Air฀&฀Fuel฀Filters฀&฀Spark฀Plugs.

•฀Check฀all฀Fluid฀Levels,฀Hoses,฀Clamps,฀Air฀Ducts,฀Thermostat, ฀฀฀Heater฀Tap,฀Brakes,฀Battery,฀Seatbelts,฀Steering฀Linkage, ฀฀฀Exhaust฀systems,฀Underbody,฀Front฀&฀Rear฀Suspension฀and ฀฀฀Front฀and฀Rear฀Demister.

•฀Inspect฀&฀Adjust฀Drive฀Belts,฀Engine฀Management,฀Tyres, ฀฀฀Chassis,฀Body฀Bolts,฀Lamps฀&฀Lights฀and฀Windscreen฀Washer ฀฀฀Fluid฀(Optikleen฀included)

•฀Pressure฀Test฀Cooling฀System.

•฀Road฀Test฀&฀provide฀written฀Status฀Report. IS YOUR COMMODORE RUNNING AT IT’S OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE LEVEL?

Excludes HSV models, platinum lugs & synthetic oils. Other oarts and lubricants extra.

FUEL SAVING FACTS

1.฀A฀well฀maintained฀car฀is฀likely฀to฀run ฀฀฀฀more฀economically฀than฀a฀car฀overdue ฀฀฀฀for฀it’s฀scheduled฀service.

2.฀Clean฀filters฀and฀clean฀plugs฀play฀a฀big ฀฀฀฀part฀in฀Fuel฀Savings.฀That฀also฀means ฀฀฀฀less฀pollution.

3.฀Under฀inflated฀tyres฀not฀only฀wear ฀฀฀฀your฀tyres฀out฀quicker฀they฀also฀mean ฀฀฀฀less฀fuel฀economy.

Holden Factory Technicians & Specialised Equipment Factory trained mechanics.

•฀Fuel฀saving฀as฀outlined฀on฀current฀ad.

•฀Free฀Coffee.

•฀Courtesy฀Bus.

•฀Hire฀Cars.

•฀Customer฀waiting฀lounge

•฀One฀stop฀shop฀including฀new฀tyres.

6 Months / 10,000km

Labour Warranty

2 Year/50,000km Fitted

Warranty on Holden Approved parts

TS-AH ASTRA SERVICE INCLUDES:

•฀Replacement฀of฀Engine฀Oil,฀Oil,฀Air฀&฀Fuel฀Filters฀&฀Spark฀Plugs.

•฀Check฀all฀Fluid฀Levels,฀Hoses,฀Clamps,฀Air฀Ducts,฀Thermostat, ฀฀฀Heater฀Tap,฀Brakes,฀Battery,฀Seatbelts,฀Steering฀Linkage,฀Exhaust ฀฀฀systems,฀Underbody,฀Front฀&฀Rear฀Suspension฀and฀Front฀and ฀฀฀Rear฀Demister.

•฀Inspect฀&฀Adjust฀Drive฀Belts,฀Engine฀Management,฀Tyres, ฀฀฀Chassis,฀Body฀Bolts,฀Lamps฀&฀Lights฀and฀Windscreen฀Washer ฀฀฀Fluid฀(Optikleen฀included)

•฀Pressure฀Test฀Cooling฀System.

•฀Road฀Test฀&฀provide฀written฀Status฀Report. IS YOUR ASTRA RUNNING AT IT’S OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE LEVEL?

Astra excludes diesel models & 2.2lt Z22 engine.

of (1)$209.31, (2)$211.73, (3)$227.85, (4)$228.28, (5)$236.07, (6)$255.52, (7)$260.87, (8)$279.91, (9)$336.65, (10)$381.46, (11)$390.91, (12)$409.72, (13)$454.27, (14)$469.80, (15)$671.95.

(2)$2,721.80, (3)$2,962.60, (4)$2,969.00, (5)$3,085.40, (6)$3,376.00, (7)$3,456.00, (8)$3,740.40, (9)$4,588.20, (10)$5,257.80, (11)$5,399.00, (12)$5,680.00, (13)$6,345.60, (14)$6,577.60, (15)$9,598.00 and balloon of (1)$2,685.60, (2)$2,721.80, (3)$2,962.60, (4)$2,969.00, (5)$3,085.40, (6)$3,376.00, (7)$3,456.00, (8)$3,740.40, (9)$4,588.20, (10)$5,257.80, (11)$5,399.00, (12)$5,680.00, (13)$6,345.60, (14)$6,577.60, (15)$9,598.00. Total amount payable over the term (1)$17,929.80, (2)$18,147.40, (3)$19,596.20, (4)$19,634.80, (5)$20,335.00, (6)$22,083.20, (7)$22,564.20, (8)$24,275.40, (9)$29,375.40, (10)$33,403.20,