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A Dandenong magistrate has laid down the law to an 18-year-old car thief and his lawyer. Adam Scherwinski of Dandenong pleaded guilty to robbery, unlicensed driving and five counts of motor vehicles theft among more than 30 charges at the Dandenong Magistrates’ Court hearing on 15 November. Magistrate Jack Vandersteen warned the accused that he was keen to avert a repeat of the fatal car crash in Narre Warren South on 5 November. He noted that the “local community” was very concerned about young people stealing and driving stolen cars. “The worst case scenario is you’re involved in a car accident and someone else is killed or seriously hurt. “It would be devastating on everyone if that were the case.” As an example, Mr Vandersteen referred to the 5 November fatal crash in which an allegedly stolen car filled with six teens flipped. Dandenong youth Dru Petersen, 17, died, another passenger was critically injured and the 15-year-old driver was charged with offences including theft, burglary and culpable driving. Mr Vandersteen said a Youth Justice supervision order as well as bail conditions - including a night curfew at a Cranbourne North address - had “done nothing” to quell Scherwinski’s offending. “It’s not working. Where is the line for you? At what point will you pull up?” Among Scherwinski’s offences was a robbery in a residential unit in Dandenong on 10 May. A female knocked on the unit’s door about 5.45am and was let in by one of the two refugee occupants. Scherwinski and an unknown male followed her inside, and demanded the victims’ wallet, phone and car key. They stole the goods after punching the vic-

tim, and also stole a laptop from the other victim. Scherwinski was also charged with driving a car stolen from a Berwick home’s driveway on the night of 9 June. It was laden with $1700 of tools, an iPad, CDs and clothing. He also pleaded guilty to multiple shop-stealing and petrol drive-offs in Melbourne’s south east - some after he was bailed on 29 June. He has been in adult custody since being arrested on 10 October. Defence lawyer Peter Sublet said the accused’s behaviour stemmed from illicit drug problems, an attachment disorder and a disadvantaged background including education only up to Year 6. The “penny had dropped” and Scherwinski was now willing to go to detox and stay out of trouble, Mr Sublet said. “To sentence my client to further time in prison ... is not the correct way to rehabilitate him.” Mr Vandersteen retorted: “The family he kills in that stolen car won’t give two hoots about what you’ve just said. “How do you protect the community when he doesn’t engage himself?” Mr Vandersteen said it was a difficult balance in keeping Scherwinski from the “criminogenic” influence of jail, rehabilitating him and the need to protect the community. In a sentence indication, Mr Vandersteen said the accused was facing six months’ detention with youth parole to start before Christmas. He deferred sentence and bailed Scherwinski “to see how you go” on a night curfew, a ban from driving and associating with co-accused, daily reporting to police and twice-weekly appointments with Youth Justice. The accused faced longer than six months’ jail if he reoffends, Mr Vandersteen said. “If he re-offends, the six months is well and truly off the table. “We’re not asking much of you - just staying out of trouble.”

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School snaps up chance to help zoo Crikey! A Noble Park North student turned to khaki to make the world a better place. Vincent, 8, and his Silverton Primary schoolmates raised $265 on Khaki Day, Tuesday 15 November. The event paid tribute to the Crocodile Hunter and Australia Zoo founder Steve

Irwin who died in September 2006 at age 44. Students donated a gold coin to wear khaki or earthcoloured clothes and posed with a life-sized cardboard Steve Irwin. The funds raised will go to the zoo for wildlife conservation measures.

“This makes me feel like I am changing the world to make a better place,” Vincent said. “I think if Steve was alive he would be proud of me for organising this day and carrying on the tradition.”

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New homes for homeless By Casey Neill An extra 22 homes will soon be available for people living on Greater Dandenong’s streets. On Monday 14 November, Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams announced that the State Government would work with 10 organisations to acquire 16 and lease six properties in the municipality. She said the project was part of the Rapid Housing Assistance Program. “We are providing more support to ensure those in need have access to housing and targeted assistance to get back on their feet,” she said. “We moved quickly to work with the housing sector to finalise our rapid housing program - and we will move quickly to get people in to homes. “There are many factors that can drive homelessness - and this funding will ensure people get all the support they need.”

New CEO at Dandenong’s Cornerstone Contact Centre, Stephen Barrington, congratulated the State Government on the 22 new houses for Greater Dandenong, and the $109 million plan to respond to homelessness that the project is part of. “We are dealing with people each day who are experiencing insecure and affordable housing, and these numbers are growing,” he said. “Having access to safe and secure housing is one of the foundation stones that can help people deal with other issues in their lives such as health and relationships.” He thanked the State Government and Ms Williams for “their ongoing commitment to supporting those who are vulnerable within our society and agencies like ourselves that work with them”. Mr Barrington, who joined Cornerstone last month, said there were 100 registered boarding

houses in Dandenong “plus 300 extras”. “There’s more boarding houses here than there are in St Kilda,” he said. “I think in St Kilda they’re slowly getting pushed out because of the pricing. “This is where more and more are being pushed out to. “For a lot of the people living in rooming houses, by the time they pay their board there they’ve got $40 a week to live on.” Cornerstone isn’t just about providing a meal to people in need. “It is a place for people to come and belong,” Mr Barrington said. “People really love and own this place here. Because of that, they protect the space. “Some guests have important roles they take up here. “People aren’t just here as takers, they give back to the community as well.”

Teacher one of the big kids now as kinder celebrates By Casey Neill Jessica Battershill’s gone from kinder kid to kinder teacher at Shalimar Park Pre-School. She’ll be among guests at celebrations to mark the Dandenong North centre’s 40th birthday on Saturday 26 November. “I have fun memories of playing outside and the teachers always being very positive and helping,” Ms Battershill said. “I always felt very welcomed. I had a really good sense of belonging.” That continued when she returned to the kinder for a work placement as part of her studies. Her teacher Lena Saracino was still there. “She knew. As soon as I said my name she remembered me,” Ms Battershill said. “It was pretty special. “I was like ‘wow, I must have made a good impression’. “She guided me and gave me so much advice. “When a job opportunity opened up she recommended I go for it.” That was about three years ago. “There are parents I went to kinder with who are bringing their kids in,” she said. Ms Saracino said: “Jessica was a lovely child. She was really very caring, very nurturing towards the other children.” She left the centre about two years ago to help look after her grandkids. “I had a wonderful experience working there for 22 years with some wonderful families and committee members,” she said. “The centre’s certainly come a long way. “We’ve got lovely staff working there. I certainly miss the place. “We’ve always had some really amazing committee members who’ve been very dedicated to keeping the kindergarten running and on track.” Jan and Terry Flynn were founding committee members who campaigned for the kindergarten. “Two blokes knocked on our door” to enlist help to establish Shalimar Park, Ms Flynn said. “There were five of us to start with. “I was the first enrolments officer. I was working full time back then. “They’d come to our house and pay $1 and they’d become a member.” She said the kinder doors opened during the last term of 1976.

Lena Saracino, Jan Flynn, Anne Doyle and Jessica Battershill with, front, Julian, Laila and Lorik. 161129 Picture: GARY SISSONS “I didn’t have children but we were planning to have a family in the next few years,” she said. “My first one went to the kinder. I couldn’t get the second one in. “Nine years later we had another one and he went to Rosewood Downs and the second one went to Menzies Avenue. “My husband used to write the newsletter and I used to type it, and there was a bloke around the corner who had a printer who used to print it for us and we’d put it in letterboxes.

“It was a great community thing.” Ms Flynn said the centre even shaped maternal and child welfare constitutions for years to come. It adopted a measure that Mr Flynn had instituted at an athletics club whereby half the committee members resigned each year, rather than an entirely new committee starting every 12 months. “When maternal and child welfare saw that, they adopted it,” she said. Celebrations will run from 10am to noon. Call 9795 5226 for more information.

Two people were in a critical but stable condition at The Alfred hospital yesterday (Sunday) after Friday morning's fire attack on Springvale's Commonwealth Bank. Nur Islam, a 21-year-old Rohingya asylum seeker from Myanmar, injured 26 customers and staff when he doused himself in petrol and set himself on fire in the Springvale Road bank. Over the weekend dramatic details emerged of the incident. Victims were trapped inside the bank when its emergency doors closed. Brave onlookers rushed to the rear of the bank to lead the victims to safety and detained Mr Islam until police arrived. Other members of the public used a fire extinguisher to fight flames prior to the CFA arriving and provided water to the victims. Media reports said Mr Islam had arrived in Australia in 2013 and was on a bridging visa. He had been living in a Springvale share house for the last two months. Friends said he had struggled with mental problem over his financial affairs and that he was frustrated because he was under the impression that the bank was not allowing him to get money he had been paid by Centrelink. Greater Dandenong Acting Inspector Jacqui Poida said Mr Islam lit the accelerant, which caused a fire. “He set himself alight with that fire and there were a number of other people within the bank at that time that received some injuries as well,” she said. “He left the bank. “Police attended shortly after and assisted him, followed by the ambulance who also attended to him at the rear of the bank.” Mr Islam was taken to The Alfred hospital under police guard. Act Insp Poida said it was too early in the investigation to tell what the man’s motive was. Dandenong CFA operations officer Paul Carrigg said the Springvale and Dandenong crews were on the scene within about 90 seconds of receiving reports of a person on fire in the bank. “Fire was evident inside the building, so they entered with breathing apparatus and hose lines and rescued 25 people with a range of injuries from minor burns right through to significant injury burns,” he said. Mr Carrigg said the firefighters brought the victims outside, where they were triaged and treated. He said there was “absolutely” evidence of an explosion and the bank had suffered significant damage. “There would have been a lot of flame to start with and a lot of smoke,” he said. Mr Carrigg said it was amazing no-one had lost their lives. Twenty-five ambulances attended the scene, including a health commander and ambulance managers, an emergency support vehicle , and ambulance buses. Two men in their twenties, a man in his sixties, a man in his seventies, a woman in her twenties and another man were in a critical condition with serious burns in The Alfred hospital.

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Looking Back 100 years ago 23 November 1916 Madame Evelyn Ashley Madame Evelyn Ashley’s annual students’ concert has always been a very enjoyable event and largely attended. The smart students’ concert to be held at the Dandenong Town Hall on Thursday 30 November, to which Madame Ashley invites the public of Dandenong, promises to be particularly entertaining. The students will produce the Gipsy Operetta (Bohemian Girl) in character, with scenic effects and gipsy songs and dances. In addition, the students will give a highclass concert programme. Tickets, which may be had at the door, are 1s 6d and 1s.

50 years ago 17 November 1966 An extra $5 on the rates bill A ratepayer in Ann Street, Dandenong, who

Compiled by Dandenong and District Historical Society last year paid $61.67 in rates to Dandenong City Council, will pay $74.84. A ratepayer in Oakwood Avenue who last year paid $43.50 will pay $49.47 this year. These examples show the general increase on rates which Dandenong City ratepayers will have to pay under new schedules adopted on Monday. Charges for garbage collection which were included in the general rate last year will this year be charged separately at $5.72 for each house. Promote Dande Project More than 30 of Australia’s leading capital investors in excess of $150 million are sponsoring the first Dandenong manufacturing concerns, representing an Industrial and Engineering Exhibition to open at the Prince Mark Hotel on Thursday November 24 at 4pm. The exhibition has four primary objectives: * To establish the Dandenong Industrial and Engineering Exhibition on a sound, permanent and annual basis;

* To invite industry in Dandenong and the district to participate in promoting and expanding the event; * To promote Dandenong as a city in the State of Victoria without equal for the establishment of new industries; and * To improve the status of the companies involved and to promote their various products.

5 years ago 21 November 2011 Recruits for the war on violence Five men have become the first in the Greater Dandenong Afghan community to join the fight against family violence. They took their message to the streets of Dandenong on Friday for White Ribbon Day, which campaigns to stop violence against women. The men are part of an Afghan advisory group at Foundation House in Dandenong and chose to become ambassadors for White Ribbon Day. They underwent family violence training with Women’s Health in the South East along with about 12 other members of the local Afghan community. The men will now spread the anti-violence message on Afghan community radio and join the community to march on the streets of Dandenong.

20 years ago 18 November 1996 Enough is enough No need to build. The review was undertaken by consultants Spiller Gibbins Swan, and planners for the Department of Infrastructure and the cities of Greater Dandenong, Casey, Kingston and Frankston. The review recognises the need to safeguard major assets such as Moorabbin Airport, Eastern Treatment Plant, the Dandenong Offensive Industry Zone, Braeside Park and Cranbourne Botanic Gardens.

Driver brought home the bacon What’s In a Name delves into the fascinating stories and personalities behind some of the city’s bestknown street names. This week the Journal looks at Dandenong North’s Jarvis Crescent, named after a prominent businessman, former mayor and Greater Dandenong Living Treasure. Maurie Jarvis was born almost 100 years ago in Somerville, on 18 January 1917. He was educated in Dandenong until he left school at age 14. At 16, he went to work at the Dandy Ham and Bacon Company as a driver. Studying part-time, he worked his way up to national sales and marketing manager. He retired in 1983 after almost 50 years with the company. Maurie enlisted in the army in 1940 and fought in World War II for four years. He returned home in 1944 and married his

WHAT’S IN A NAME? childhood sweetheart, Gwen - whom he met through church - and they had four daughters. It was at age 14 that Maurie attended his first public meeting in the Dandenong Town Hall in 1931. Establishing a sewerage system was the topic. Maurie went on to become a board member for the Dandenong Sewerage Authority for 35 years, including time as chairman. In 1955, Maurie became a Dandenong City councillor to save the Dandenong Police Paddocks. He served as Police Paddocks committee chairman for 37 years, was a councillor from

his family home to the disadvantaged and lonely people as a refuge. Greater Dandenong Council named Maurie and his wife Gwen Greater Dandenong Living Treasures. Gwen was born at home in Close Avenue, Dandenong, in 1922 and attended Dandenong West Primary School and Dandenong High School. Gwen worked to provide or improve many community facilities including the Truby King Infant Welfare Centre, the Dandenong West kindergarten and primary school and the Girl Guides Association. For 40 years she was a volunteer with Dandenong’s Festival of Music and Art for Youth and helped to establish the YWCA in Dandenong. Want to know the history behind a street name in Greater Dandenong? Let us know and we’ll find out! Email journal@starnewsgroup.com.au.

1955-1992, and was mayor three times. Maurie built support to establish Wallara, a centre for the intellectually disabled, during his 1959 mayoral year and formed the group in his living room. He was a Wallara board member for 37 years. Maurie was made a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 1977, was named Dandenong Citizen of the Year in 1982, and was Freeman of the City of Dandenong in 1992. He coached tennis, taught Sunday school at the uniting church for about 60 years, was a Dandenong High School advisory committee member for more than 30 years, was on the board at Scott Street Day Care Centre for the frail and aged for more than 10 years, served with the Combined Charities Committee and the Dandenong Agricultural and Pastoral Society, and opened

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Visible violence By Casey Neill Women used dramatic make-up and slogan-emblazoned T-shirts to challenge family violence at Chisholm Institute in Dandenong. Their message was that not all violence is visible and was part of a Domestic Violence Awareness Day on Tuesday 25 October. The event also included a clothes line filled with T-shirts to represent the women who’ve been murdered at the hands of their partners this year. Students organised and held a barbecue to raise funds for Share the Dignity, which provides sanitary items to women in need, and a trivia quiz to highlight family violence statistics. The event was an extension of the TAFE’s family violence studies, an elective in the Diploma of Community Services that aims to provide students with the shills to raise community awareness of family violence. Subjects range from recognising and responding to family violence, to trauma-informed care

and child protection. Next year Chisholm will also be offering a Graduate Certificate in Family Violence, with a particular emphasis on violence against women. Chisholm teacher Dr Ilsa Evans said: “Family violence is a hugely impactful issue within Australian society and anything we can do to raise awareness of myths and stereotypes, as well as available resources, is a step in the right direction.” “The objective of the event was to combat myths and stereotypes around family violence while also creating an enhanced understanding of the extent of this issue,” she said. “There remains a culture of secrecy around family violence that often excuses and condones family violence, as well as creating a breeding ground for the actual abuse. “Chisholm believes that raising community awareness not only prepares students for working in the sector but helps to address the issue of family violence itself.”

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Multi-dwellings get the green light proved the application without discussion at their Monday 14 November meeting. The application received five objections, relating to increased noise, additional traffic, inadequate car parking, a small front setback, overcrowding and amenity. The council report on the development found it was consistent with the Greater Dandenong Planning Scheme and a permit should be granted. An existing single-storey house and garage would be demolished. All seven new dwellings would be double-storey.

Centre moves for residents’ needs By Casey Neill The Jesuran Wellness Centre has new toys and a new home. The charity has shifted from Herbert Street, Dandenong, to Douglas Street, Noble Park, to form a partnership with settlement service AMES. The aim of the move was to create a multicultural hub for the community and locals are encouraged to attend and discuss their needs. The 900-plus students attending AMES training programs will be able to access Jesuran Wellness Centre services. These include playgroup for families from diverse cultures, support for refugees and asylum seekers, free lunch each Thursday, fresh food from the foodbank, spoken and written English skills, Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, trauma counselling, a men’s group, resume writing and classes for self-development. Department of Human Services multicultural service officer Rick Comfort handed over toys for the playgroup children on Thursday 17 November.

They were all donations from staff members, from Ninja Turtle figures to soft toys and games. Jesuran Wellness Centre opened in June last year after volunteers transformed a dilapidated former massage clinic into a freshly-painted, welcoming one-stop shop primarily for Sri Lankan Tamil refugees. Director Pastor Hilda Samuel said it had provided “a fragrance of community support in the City of Greater Dandenong and beyond, with our amenities, services and love”. She said the centre ran on donations and volunteers and was devoted to social and community welfare, development, rehabilitation and equipping refugees and others to adapt to life in Australia. She said it was a place where those who’d escaped from misery in war zones and detention centres were loved. “We do inner healing that deals with the trauma - the spirit, mind and body. We identify all the emotional pain,” she said. Jesuran Wellness Centre is at Building D, 60 Douglas Street, Noble Park. Phone 8558 8870 or 0407 125 649.

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Sandown Park train station needs shuttle buses to help commuters bypass a car parking crunch, says South East Metro Greens MP Nina Springle. She told Parliament that the station’s car park was overflowing and asked Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan whether the State Government had a plan to connect it with the bus network. “Public Transport Victoria’s most recent survey showed 1383 people arrived at Sandown Park Station by car, but there are only 560 car spaces,” Ms Springle said. “This is a massive issue. People end up parking in surrounding residential streets and everybody is fed up. “Buses are the only practical way to get people to the train station, but Sandown is cut off from the network. “The government needs to fix this problem urgently. “There isn’t enough space to keep building car parks so fixing the bus connection is the only solution.” Ms Springle said extending the 811 service was one option. “Currently the 811 goes to Springvale station,

but that could easily keep going onto Sandown Park station as it already goes down Lightwood Road,” she said. “But, ultimately, the station needs a new and dedicated bus route into the neighbouring suburbs.” A spokesperson for Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan said direct bus services to Sandown Park Station would “be considered in the future” as part of the State Government’s record investment in public transport. They said the State Government was removing nine level crossings and building the Metro Tunnel to reduce congestion and run more trains to Sandown Park Station. “We’re also investing $100 million in better bus services and $20 million to increase commuter car parking at stations across Victoria,” the spokesperson said. Greater Dandenong councillor Roz Blades said she hoped the elevated rail project to remove the Heatherton, Corrigan and Chandler road crossings in Noble Park would include more car parking. “Their mandate is to have no less parking when they‘re finished,” she said. “I’m saying that’s not satisfactory.”

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Illegal dumping BIGGEST garbage crews WAREHOUSE SALE By Casey Neill Garbos could become mobile trash spotters for Greater Dandenong Council. Councillor Sean O’Reilly proposed the new initiative at the Monday 14 November council meeting. He said the idea came from his time on the campaign hustings in the lead-up to the 22 October local government election. “I certainly got a lot of free advice from residents, as well as some good suggestions,” he said. “One thing residents constantly mentioned is ‘what can we do more to clean up the streets?’ “This council contracts waste trucks. “They go round and visit every street in the municipality. “Why couldn’t we somehow build into the contract to incentivise truck drivers that when they see dumped rubbish with no sticker they press a button in the cab of the vehicle and it gets marked on a computer map?” He said the council could be alerted to the location for action. “They already have GPS-enabled trucks,” he said. “I’d like this idea to progress and I’d like the view of the director of engineering.” The council’s engineering services director, Julie Reid, said the idea was possible but the council

would need to consider contract costs, map integration and occupational health and safety issues. “We have already had some initial discussions with JJ Richards,” she said. “I’m happy to progress the discussion.” Cr O’Reilly said illegal rubbish dumping affected visitors as well as locals. He said the council had a number of initiatives to tackle rubbish dumping. “The council’s war on rubbish continues,” he said. In May, the council adopted six new initiatives to tackle illegal rubbish dumping, including advocating for a state-wide advertising campaign, a local waste transfer station and firmer fine penalties. There’ll also be a 12-month hot spot collection program trial, two drive-through recycling days, and more rural roadside surveillance cameras. At a cost of $290,000, a truck and mobile crew will pro-actively patrol hot spot areas, collect dumped rubbish and work with enforcement staff. More than 400 people were fined for illegal rubbish dumping in the year to May. The council collected 625 tonnes of illegally dumped rubbish across the municipality this financial year, ranging from mattresses to petrol drums and dead livestock.

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Classroom theory hits the beach Dandenong North Primary students took their sun, sea and water safety studies from the classroom to the beach. Year 1 and 2 students hit the sand at Mordialloc Beach on Tuesday 25 October. They’d been learning about the beach and its environment at school, particularly about safety around water and being sun smart. Year 2 student Fatima said she and her friends used spades and buckets to build a bridge in the sand. “We even collected green and red seaweed and used that as decorations,” she said. Classmate Adonis enjoyed playing cricket on the beach, and Elijah went on a “gigantic see-saw”. “I had the best time on it. It was really exciting to go on such an amazing thing,” he said. Athsayan was taken with the playground: “There it was. What I had been waiting for, the pepperoni coloured, giant ship!”

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“During this time there is a temporary counter service area for members of the public to attend from 7am to 7pm. There is temporary signage to direct members of the public at the site.” She said that outside those hours, for nonurgent inquiries, the community could attend the Narre Warren or Springvale police stations.

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The late Ian Tatterson is still playing a part in Greater Dandenong, the Monday 14 November council meeting heard. Councillor Roz Blades said Ian Tatterson Scholarship recipients from Dandenong’s Chisholm Institute attended a pre-meeting function. She worked alongside Mr Tatterson during his time as City of Springvale CEO and

said Keysborough’s Tatterson Park was also named in his honour. He died in a plane crash in 1992 alongside environmental health officer Desmond Wirtanen, who was piloting the light aircraft to the Ouyen Cup. Tobacco steeped in hot water was Dorothy Hart’s recipe for keeping aphids away from her roses. Her daughter Anne revealed the home remedy during a visit to the Dandenong family home, Benga House at Heritage Hill, on Tuesday 15 November. See page 31 for the full story. Maybe it’s a case of spending too much time at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court. How else can you explain a Star News journalist being approached by an accused’s family and asked if he was their son’s ice dealer or associate? Robert Wakelam died on Wednesday 9 November, aged 60. He owned and operated Keysborough’s Gardeners Gate Nursery in Perry Road and was known for his generosity to local schools with planting days and training sessions.

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Concerns about safety and space weren’t enough to hold back an eight-home development opposite Dandenong Park. Greater Dandenong councillors approved the application for 63 Pultney Street at their Monday 14 November meeting, nine votes to two. Cr Matthew Kirwan moved unsuccessfully to reject the application, citing poor design. “We need medium to high density development in this municipality,” he said. “We also need development that meets the needs of residents. “Residents, whether renters or owner occupiers, should be able to choose from a range of high-quality developments - not the lowest common denominator.” He argued that this proposal didn’t meet those requirements because a pedestrian walkway was squeezed into a small space with no visibility from the street. Cr Angela Long added that there was no private open space for residents other than their balconies. “The lower floor doesn’t have a balcony at all and there’s no open space there,” she said. But they couldn’t drum up any support, so Cr Sean O’Reilly moved the recommendation from the agenda - that councillors approve the application. “It is right on Dandenong Park,” he said. “How much open space are we going to demand of applicants and developers? “One allegedly narrow passageway means we should rip up the whole application? “To knock it on the head for that relatively minor point would be a bad decision of council. “It’s meeting the needs of people that require housing, which we know is under strain, and also meeting the needs of residents who want their amenity protected.” Cr Maria Sampey agreed. “Our officer’s gone right through this. It’s within the guidelines,” she said.

Greens Kirwan could be mayor By Casey Neill Could councillor Matthew Kirwan do “the unlikely” and become Greater Dandenong’s mayor? He fears his Greens membership will virtually render him ineligible on the Labor-dominated council, but he’s got community support to take on the role and some encouraging words from Mayor Jim Memeti. “I think it’s possible for every councillor to nominate and to want to become mayor,” Cr Memeti said. “What I look for in a mayor is whether I’d be able to work with him or her and what results we can achieve together. “I sat down with every councillor and I asked them for their support. “A lot of them gave me an interview. “It’s not just belonging to a political party. “It’s all about trying to, as a council, work together. “Why would they support you as mayor if they can’t see you with the same vision?” After Cr Memeti’s election by his fellow councillors for the third time on Thursday 10 November, several community members suggested it was “time for a change” and to share the role around. Gaye Guest said on the Journal’s Facebook

page that fellow Red Gum Ward representative Cr Kirwan received more primary votes in last month’s election than Cr Memeti. “Many residents are not happy about the aligned party councillors who stack the votes to vote their own in as mayor,” she said. Unsuccessful council candidate Brad Woodford agreed that Cr Kirwan “deserves a go at it”. “But, unfortunately, it would seem these days unless one is a member of the ALP they simply have no hope of becoming mayor in Dandenong,” he said. “Mark my words, next it will be Roz Blades then back to Sean O’Reilly before eventually heading back into the hands of Heang Meng Tak again... and then the cycle will commence again.” Cr Kirwan told the Journal that he wanted to be mayor during this four-year council term but “this is unlikely to ever happen”. He said eight of the 11 councillors were ALP members bound by party rules to vote for any ALP mayoral candidate. “Despite being a Greens member I have the community’s best interests at heart,” he said. “I have a lot of normally Labor and Liberal voters vote for me for that reason.”

Balaclava raiders smash windows Balaclava-clad men armed with a baseball bat smashed a Dandenong North home’s front windows in what police believe was a case of mistaken identity. Greater Dandenong CIU Senior Constable Riley Wesley said they shouted “where’s the dog?” during the incident, which occurred about 10.40pm on Wednesday 9 November. A 62-year-old man and two family members were inside the Worrell Street house at the time.

Sen Const Wesley said five people in a lightcoloured sedan pulled up outside the address and entered the property. Two men wearing balaclavas knocked on the front door, one carrying a baseball bat that he used to strike the door. The armed man then smashed seven windows and the victim’s vehicle before fleeing the scene. Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, with any information.

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BUILDER’S OWN / 58 WILMA AVENUE, DANDENONG High on a hill with sweeping views to the south-east, this builder’s own home has been so well constructed it would cost a fortune to replace today. The split level home is set amid other quality properties and is only a short distance from access to EastLink. Set on approximately 850 square metres, the home boasts suspended concrete slab construction and has great accommodation for the large family. There are four double bedrooms, a full en suite to the master bedroom, a kitchen adjoining a big meals/ family area, formal dining room and enormous lounge room with vaulted cedar lined ceilings. Downstairs consists of a large rumpus/ games room, builder’s office, cellar/ storeroom, laundry/ utility room and third toilet. The double garage is accessible internally and there is a separate caravan/ boat garage. The new owner’s decorative skills are required to bring this beautiful home up to date, which would suit a large or extended family.

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This home has about 18 squares of living area with three bedrooms, two with built-in wardrobes and the master with an en suite, plus a full family bathroom. It is a home that would be ideal for a family, first home buyers or even those looking for their next investment. The interior is a combination of carpet, floorboards and tiling, plus downlights and pendant lights and the bedrooms and kitchen/ dining include ceiling fans for the warmer season plus evaporative cooling and ducted heating throughout. The kitchen/ dining area is open and spacious and includes whitegoods. This zone then has an opening through to the front living area which consists of timber flooring and a large front window letting in abundant natural light. The front windows also include window

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Sometimes sales agents simply stumble across a contemporary beauty that’s filled with extras from head to toe. Then when the exquisite location with bus stops, parks, schools and shops all nearby are added it becomes a perfect package. This home boasts grand tiles on the grand floor, three spacious bedrooms, the master with a walk-in wardrobe and en suite, open plan living with the dining and kitchen all with easy access to the courtyard plus so much more. This rear townhouse is one of only three on the block, has everything under one roof and now it’s ready for its new owners to enjoy!

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ATTRACTIVE VILLA IN A PRIME LOCATION Only 3 on the block with street frontage. No active Owners Corp. This 2 bedroom villa is close to schools, public transport & easy walk to Plaza. Offers spacious lounge/ dining, practical kitchen with gas cooking. Gas heater & air conditioner in lounge for year round comfort. Triple robes in both bedrooms. Tiles to wet areas. Large rear yard plus garage. Ideal for retiree, 1st home buyer or investor. Forget the car.

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NOTE AUCTION DATE CHANGE Set on a 640m2 lot in a quiet area close to schools & transport this comfortable BV is fantastic buying as a irst home or investment. Offers large gas heated lounge with RC air conditioner, separate kitchen/meals with gas cooking, large bedrooms, tiled bathroom & separate toilet. Needs updating but fantastic potential here for dual occupancy (STP).

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26 Cootamundra Street Doveton

PERMIT APPROVED FOR 3 TOWNHOUSES Magniicent opportunity for an astute developer with this corner site of 654m2 planning permit approved for detached townhouses with their own street frontage and no common land. Offers one x 4 bed design & two x 3 bed designs. All have ensuite bathroom & spacious living areas. Great location surrounded by modern homes & close to schools, transport & freeway. Rare opportunity here!

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Sat 26th Nov at 1.30pm 10% dep - bal 60/90 days $300,000+ By appointment Saturday from 1pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088

5 Sarona Street Dandenong

ATTRACTIVE BV IN POPULAR AREA Close to Springvale Centre & Westall Road Bypass. This spacious 3 bedroom home with potential for a possible 4th bedroom. Full ensuite to master. Large lounge/dining adjacent to a cupboard packed kitchen with R/H & WO leading to a huge rumpus & family room. 3 heating & cooling units for year round comfort. Ideal for large family. Opposite reserve. Make your Christmas come early.

Permit to be approved for 2 adjacent 2 storey homes. Fully detached with street frontage & ample front & rear garden. Each design offers 3 bedrooms with ensuite to master, huge open plan living plus 2nd living area upstairs. Garage plus extra parking space. Ideal for 2 families or development opportunity to re-sell. Super location in popular area.

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Sat 3rd Dec at 11am 10% dep - bal 30/60 days $600,000+ Thursday 5-5.30pm Saturday 1-1.30pm Chris Drieberg 0411 637 088

This split level quality BV is surrounded by excellent homes and is close to schools, shops & transport. Lots of accommodation with 3 double bedrooms with BIR’s plus study (fourth bedroom). Fantastic living space with huge lounge & formal dining with RC air conditioner to a delightful garden which opens to a spacious family room and separate kitchen/meals area. Features high ceilings, hardwood loors downstairs and lots of built in furniture. Enormous carport under home with workshop, storage under and external toilet. Corner position offers parking for boat, trailer or truck.

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Sat 3rd Dec at 1pm 10% dep - bal 60/90 days $530,000+ Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday 2-2.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088

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BASIC BRICK VENEER BARGAIN! Held in the one family since new, this mostly original BV home is in sound structural condition but needs some love to bring it up to today’s lifestyle. Ideal as an affordable first home or investment for those with energy and some imagination; this compact family home comprises 3 bedrooms, a central bathroom, an L-shaped living and dining room, updated kitchen with airy meals are, plus laundry and WC. Outside is a double carport and large storage shed, as well as plenty of rear garden space for developing the outdoor living area, or even for an extension (STCA). Located in a very central and popular precinct close to shops, schools and bus. See this quickly as opportunities like this don’t come along very often.

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YOUR VERY OWN BLANK CANVAS Set in a quiet street, this beautifully presented newly renovated home will be highly sought after by young home buyers and astute investors alike. Floating floors throughout, 3 ample sized bedrooms, bathroom with separate shower and bath/ spa, separate WC, and a newly carpeted large family room. Recently renovated kitchen with electric cooktop and oven and dishwasher and an adjoining family meals area overlooking the large rear timber deck and substantial rear lawn. Just minutes from Parkmore road shops, buses, Chandler Park Primary School & Parkmore Shopping Centre.

Auction: Saturday 10th December at 1pm Price: $600,000+ Inspect: Thursday 5:30 - 6:00pm Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm

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This one-of-a-kind designer home, magnificently maintained double storey was lavishly built and has the best of everything. Generously proportioned over 60sqm (approx.) of living, there is an abundance of space for the whole family with three living areas and five bedrooms, or a sizable study could be used as a downstairs bedroom. Features include 2.7m high ceilings with decorative cornices, white timber plantation shutters and beautiful porcelain tiles throughout. The open-plan design comprises a family room with gas log fire and large dining space opening to a covered alfresco area with cafe blinds, ideal for year-round entertaining. The designer kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring Tasmanian Oak cabinets, massive stone benchtops and quality commercial grade stainless-steel appliances including a five-burner gas cooker/stove, dishwasher, a large pantry plus ample of cupboards. In addition to the inviting formal lounge, another living area with balcony is located upstairs alongside four bedrooms, including the master suite with walk-in-robe. The well-appointed ensuite and main bathroom both include spa baths and twin vanities, while a powder room is situated downstairs for the guests. Set on 700sqm (approx.) with landscaped gardens including a pond and garden shed high fences and gates plus a large bank of solar panels to reduce the power bill !. This property features a circular driveway with remote doors and internal access for double and single garages - both with rear roller doors providing space for a boat, caravan or trailer. Refrigerated heating/cooling, ducted vacuum, an intercom system and upstairs laundry chute are among other inclusions. Office: Keysborough Ph: 9701 8611

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Wednesday 14 December at 7pm • 4 bedrooms plus study • 3 spacious living and dining areas • Ducted heating, evap ducted cooling, reverse cycle A/C plus ducted vacuum

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Saturday 26 November at 12:30pm • 4 bedroom, 2 with built in robes • Open plan living, dining area • Ducted heating & reverse cycle air conditioner

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Saturday 10 December at 3:30pm • 3 bedrooms (main w/ BIR & ENS) • Spacious modernised kitchen overlooking dining zone • 2 separate and spacious living zones

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Buyers Over $550,000 • 4 bedrooms (master w/ WIR & ENS) • 2 spacious living areas • Outdoor entertaining area w/ pergola • Quite court location 4 2 1

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Endeavour Hills 8 Monica Close

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Saturday 10 December at 1:30pm • 3 bedrooms (main w/ ENS & WIR) • Spacious modernised kitchen overlooking dining and second living • 2 light filled living zones

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Saturday 10 December at 12:30pm • 5 bedrooms (master w/ ENS & WIR) • Entertainers kitchen overlooking alfresco and living zone, 2 spacious living areas, alfresco & pool

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Open living w/ sparkling timber loors throughout SS appliances & stone benchtops Family living & dining area w/ open ire place Renovated bathrooms w/ custom inishes Beautiful outdoor entertainment area Spacious landscaped Gas ducted heating & refrigerated cooling

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an enticing acquisition on 802m2 (aPProx) take your place in the heart of noble Park with comfort today, scope for tomorrow and a fast developing precinct close to parks, great schools, public transport and shopping. Open plan living w/ timber loors throughout Custom kitchen w/ SS appliances Generously sized robed bedrooms Impeccably renovated bathroom additional bungalow/ofice/work studio 802m2 w/ 18.5m frontage (approx)

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With narre Warren property prices at an all-time high, this is a rare opportunity to secure an exceptional family home. Private esr Contact agent contact Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 office 363 Springvale road, Springvale tel: 03 8581 0999

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• Master bedrooms with ensuite • Formal lounge and dining • Spacious Living and Kitchen • Gas ducted heating • Double Lockup Garage

26th November 2:30pm 10% Deposit. Balance 30-60 Days Contact agent Saturday 2:00 - 2:30pm Photo ID Required contact Roger Nissanka 0406 271 004 Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 office 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999

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118 Walker St Dandenong P: 9791 5922 F: 9792 2536

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690m2 OF PRIME REAL ESTATE!

A large block with a very liveable home set just so close to the Plaza, market, shops, schools and places of worship. Plenty of development happening in the street so would suit a developer or an owner occupier who has an eye on the future. Three bedrooms, large lounge, separate kitchen/meals with huge backyard for the kids and dog or for that second dwelling a bit later on (STCA). SECURE YOUR FUTURE!

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132 Herbert Street

THE TIME FOR RENEWAL IS HERE!

This house has gone by its use by date and is in need of a major renovation or push it over and start again. Being ideal development site for multi unit/townhouses (STCA), this property is all about the land. Fantastic location close to CBD, Plaza, Dandenong Market, transport, schools and more. OPPORTUNITY FOR THE SMART DEVELOPER!

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RENOVATED BEAUTY WITH POTENTIAL!

A rock solid home where you can move into straight away to a comfy life – and then consider the potential of developing the backyard (STCA). Beautifully renovated, the home offers three good size bedrooms, modern kitchen with meals area and ample cupboard space, gas cooking, heating and hot water service, aluminium windows, blockout blinds, outdoor entertainment area and secure parking for three cars behind the lockable gate. Centrally located within minutes of Dandenong Market, Plaza, Hospital, schools and public transport. COMPARE & CONQUER!

auctioN: Saturday, 10th December, 2016 @ 2:00pm (if not sold prior) oPeN: Wed 5:00pm to 5:20pm & Sat 12:00pm to 12:30pm

46/21 KiNgFiSHer Drive

MODERN & STYLISH!

Situated in the sought after Kingfisher Estate this two bedroom unit is tastefully appointed and immaculately presented. The main with walk-in-robes and access to the family bathroom while bedroom two has built-in-robes. The spacious ‘open plan’ lounge/dining area, adjoining stunning kitchen with stone benchtops and stainless steel appliances, laundry and separate toilet with vanity. Other features are floating floors, ducted evaporative cooling, reverse cycle split system air conditioner, downlights and neutral decor. A private and low maintenance garden with corner deck and large water tank, a large single garage with remote door and internal access. With so much to offer this lovely home makes an ideal purchase for a first home owner, those wanting to downsize or investor. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!

For Sale: offers over $335,000 oPeN: Wed 4:00pm to 4:30pm & Sat 2:00pm to 2:30pm

Dandenong

Eumemmerring

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY (STCA) WITH DUAL INCOME POSSIBILITY!

This neat three bedroom timber home with a large double garage is currently let to an excellent tenant. Positioned on an enormous site of approximately 864m2 this property has an 18 metre frontage – ideal for multi unit development (STCA). Well located, only minutes drive to Freeway access and Dandenong CBD. A very rare find!

16 Hopkins Street

Central to the Market, High School, Tafe and Dandenong Hospital, is this large home offering four bedrooms, two living areas and a brick bungalow with bathroom and toilet. Also a third toilet at the side of the lock up garage.

For Sale: $600,000 plus buyers oPeN: Wed 4:20-4:40pm & Sat 11:20-11:40am

12 McleNNaN Street

DEVELOP ME!

A SITE FOR SORE EYES!

For Sale: offers over $500,000 oPeN: thurs 5:00pm to 5:20pm & Sat 1:20pm to 1:40pm

Dandenong 1 Jolly Street

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY!

Positioned in a quiet street yet conveniently located close to schools, train station, bus, shops & Eastlink is this block of land of 836m2 with no easement. Currently a three bedroom home with a bungalow occupies the land. Ideal for multi unit development STCA. BUY NOW WHILE IT'S AFFORDABLE!

For Sale: offers over $650,000 oPeN: Sat 10:00am to 10:20am

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Looking for a great return?? Dandenong 2/1 carroll avenue

RENOVATORS TAKE NOTE!

You will need to renovate this apartment but you are not paying for anything that needs replacement! At this price you can afford to replace everything and still end up with a fantastic property at budget price. Live in or get a great rental return. Walking distance to the Plaza, Market, transport and more! CREATE YOUR OWN EQUITY!

For Sale: $180,000 to $200,000 oPeN: tues 5:00-5:20pm & Sat 11:00-11:20am

2/80 Cheltenham Road 7% 16/23 Edith Street 5.8% 1/40 Princes Highway 6.2% 11/116 Princes Highway 6.0% Better than Bank returns and stronger than many Superannuation returns!! Call now to make an appointment to secure your next high yield investment!

Dandenong 7/48 David Street

CLOSE TO EVERYTHING!

Spacious unit with two bedrooms, b/in robes, lounge, kitchen, gas cooking and meals area, family bathroom, sep toilet, laundry and d/heating. Single garage with parking space and rear garden. Close to shops, schools, Medical Precinct and Central Dandenong.

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KEYSBOROUGH 83 KEYS ROAD Once in a Lifetime Opportunity on almost 5 Acres! ‘Home Sweet Home’ has never sounded any better than this once in a lifetime home… and as you cast your eyes upon this custom built and truly exquisite beauty, you will know this is a rare find. Families will love the space on offer, investors can land bank with approximately 20,235m2 on offer and if you have horses and animals, this is your chance to stay on site to have them nearby. Every inch, every corner, every detail has been hand picked and crafted for your pleasure. With four great sized bedrooms, a stunning central kitchen, a front verandah with circular driveway, three living zones, a pergola overlooking the pool and gazebo, stables, tack room, horse sheds and sand area plus an abundance of land for pets and kids to run freely – this Victorian home is elegance and versatility all rolled into one!

NOBLE PARK 25 ELLENDALE ROAD

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Tuesday 29th November at 5pm unless sold prior Contact Agent Sat 2:30 - 3pm Photo ID required Jeremy Phillips 0402 751 001 Tim Stickley 0409 215 540 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888

NOBLE PARK 1/27 ARDGOWER ROAD

Prime Rectangular Block... In Prime Locale!! AS RARE AS HENS TEETH IS THIS TREMENDOUS RECTANGULAR SITE (725m2 approx). The home itself comprises 3 BDRs, cosy lounge and adjoining kitchen/meals area. The options are very straight forward. If you’re looking to live in you, can simply renovate, move in & enjoy for the years to follow, if your an investor you can easily rent it out and land bank or if you’re a developer you can knock it down & build multiple dwellings (all STCA).

Renovated Home On 445m2 (approx) block & NO BODY CORP! This is a great opportunity to have yourself a fully renovated 3 bedroom home on a good size land (445m2 approx) that has everything at arm’s reach! Having front position on the block this is more of a house than a unit. Featuring polished timber floors, high ceilings, 3 spacious BDRs with BIRs, MSTR with WIR, updated kitchen, ducted heating & cooling plus a gorgeous courtyard.

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Saturday 17th December at 12pm Contact Agent 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. Tues 4:30 - 5pm & Sat 10 - 10:20am Photo ID required Kush Chetri 0425 199 192 NOBLE PARK 8710 0000

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Saturday 17th December at 1:15pm Contact Agent 10% Deposit. Balance 30-60 Days Thurs 515 - 545 & Sat 1:40 - 2pm Photo ID required Kush Chetri 0425 199 192 NOBLE PARK 8710 0000

NOBLE PARK 390 Princes Highway 8710 0000 | KEYSBOROUGH 1/ 320 Cheltenham Road 8769 1888 PROUDLY SERVICING: Springvale • Endeavour Hills • Dingley • Waterways

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SPRINGVALE SOUTH 2/27-29 GOLDEN GROVE

KEYSBOROUGH 4 RUSSET COURT

Golden Living!! Nestled in a fantastic and sought after pocket in Springvale South, this fine townhouse presents quality living with entertaining sophistication. Beautifully finished, this dwelling comprises of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, three toilets and a private courtyard. Downstairs features one BDR, with another 3 upstairs; Other features include caesar stone bench tops, s/s appliances, ducted heating, a double garage & carpets throughout the living area.

Walk to Parkmore in a Family Friendly Court! Looking for the ultimate family friendly home in a quiet cul-de-sac? Look no further than this expansive, low maintenance, great sized home with so much under one roof. Three living zones, a huge garage with workshop, 5 BDRs, gorgeous gardens plus the most amazing navel orange tree in the rear! Large family living has never been easier and in this picture perfect locale, you would be crazy not to inspect!

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Saturday 10th December at 1pm $460,000+ 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. Wed 5 - 5:30pm & Sat 12:30 - 1pm Photo ID required Sophal Chea 0478 111 168 Tim Stickley 0409 215 540 SPRINGVALE 9558 5111

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Saturday 10th December at 12pm $620,000+ 10% Deposit. Balance 30 Days Wed 5:50 - 6pm & Sat 11:30am - 12pm Photo ID required Ben Nguyen 0404 66 44 66 Chee-ky Dunlop 0422 910 881 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888

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Auction 17 Dec 12:30pm Price Guide $400K-$440K Inspect Sat 1:30pm

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Jolene Vo 0411 505 902

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Ricky Nguyen 0420 956 239

Springvale South 7 Elisabeth Avenue 590 m

Auction 11 Dec 1:00pm

Trevor Mendis 0411 631 531

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03 8558 3000

4 good sized bedrooms, hardwood timber floors Warm & Inviting formal lounge leading into separate dining/retreat Modern kitchen, glass splash-back & stainless steel appliances

550 m

Auction 17 Dec 11:00am Inspect Sat 2:45pm

Harry Li 0414 216 699

Steven Lam 0430 499 936

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NATURE LOVERS PARADISE – AMAZING VIEWS 12330611-CG45-16

• 100 Acres of Nature’s Paradise • Eco & self-sustaining, privacy, seclusion • Outstanding 4BR, 2 bath home • Fully solar & wind powered (off grid) • Private access to top of waterfall “Adams Falls” • 20 mins Leongatha, 30 mins Warragul If you would like to inspect this property or have any questions, please contact Jean O’Loughlin on 0428 571 083 or Don Olden on 0417 805 312.

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Auction 10 Dec 3:30pm Price Guide Contact Agent Inspect Sat 11:00am

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DELIGHTFUL RENOVATED HOME IN PEACEFUL LOCATION

BETTER THAN NEW

Boasting a light, bright and airy feel as you wander through the home and opposite a park and council reserve ofering a feeling of space yet only a 2 minute drive or 17 minute walk to Wonthaggi Post Oice, shops and services. The property has beautiful timber loors, high ceilings and decorative cornices and new blinds throughout. Two living area and the dining area with breakfast bar, kitchen with timber benches, gas stove, d/w, large rumpus room with a/ con. There is 3 good sized b/rooms with ceiling fans and b/ins and a renovated bathroom with separate w/c. In the back yard there is a large deck, carport and garden shed. An ideal permanent home close to services or an investment. ADDRESS: 41 Dickson Street, Wonthaggi AUCTION: Sat 17th Dec at 1pm on site INSPECT: Sat 26th Nov 10am, Sun 4th 1pm or by appointment AGENT: Lynn Pendergast 0458 780 023 @realty Pty Ltd

This charming home ofers so much more than a new home, in excellent condition set on a large 1017m2 block and with plenty of side access, established gardens, shedding, carports, etc. The home has a very large bright living area, country kitchen with d/w and dining area to the deck, 3 generous bedrooms and a central bathroom. A pleasure to inspect and look forward to being the proud owners of this stunning home.

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345 Guy Road, Tenby Point

FARMER RETIRING 40.24 HA (99.4 ACRES)

TENBY POINT FOR SALE

Nestled in the rolling hills in this highly productive grazing property with great views from the ridge line and5.3KM from the highway along a sealed road. A 10 aside dairy shedding yards, irrigation dam, creek andmains water. 10.5kms from the new Pakenham Race Track and a second road frontage to Dore Road. This is an ideal area for a new home site. The water is pumped to a storage tank on this ridge and then gravityfed to all paddocks. A large irrigation dam, creek and mains water provide anabundance of water. Thehome was extended in the 1970’s and renovated in the 1980’s. It compromises of 4 bedrooms with built in robes, master with ensuite, timber kitchen meals area, lounge with an open ﬁre place, family room with wood heater, bathroom, shower room toilet and a large laundry. A verandah overlooks the property and the above ground pool.

291 acres, in three titles, all with coastal frontage: 56 acres, 140.6 acres and 96 acres About 1.35 kms of north facing, coastal frontage.Title to the high water mark,fronting sandy beaches, a cave and the Tenby Point Jetty ruins.Flat gently rising land, with generally, sandy loam soils, with established pastures, fences, stockyards, an old home(about 40m from the beach), shearing shed, hay Shed, machinery shed and a historic Chicory Kiln.Sealed road frontages to Guy Road and Marine Road.Bore water and Dams.Mains water and Sewerage available.Steeped in local history. 3.5kms to Primary school, 4kms to Corinella shop, 8.2 kms to Grantville, 23 kms to Phillip Isand and 109kms to Melbourne (two sets of trafﬁc lights).A unique opportunity for this outstanding property, that was purchased in 1972.

Auction Contact

Saturday 19th November at 11am Tom Gibson 0438 574 472 or John Patterson 0413 565 408

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING DECEMBER 1ST Contact Tom Gibson 0438 574 472

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LAUNCH YOUR FUTURE AT ST GERMAIN

Pictured: Cr Sam Aziz - Mayor of the City of Casey and Gordon Gill - Land Owner of St Germain.

The Mayor of the City of Casey, Cr Sam Aziz, officially launched St Germain on Wednesday 21st September. Planning of the site for the future medical facility is in the final stages, while sales of residential allotments have been incredibly strong: each new release has been snapped up. Set to feature a major supermarket, vibrant retail strip, restaurants, cafés, childcare facilities, gym, office spaces and a comprehensive medical clinic providing general healthcare and medical services, St Germain is so ambitious it has been selected as a special demonstration project by the Victorian Planning Authority. This is your chance to be part of something truly unique.

Don’t miss out!

Visit stgermain.net.au, visit our sales office or call 1800 646 646 to claim your slice of Melbourne’s most remarkable project.

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SMALL TOWN IN THE MAKING IS THIS THE MOST AMBITIOUS DEVELOPMENT IN MELBOURNE? The St Germain Demonstration Project, a large scale development in Clyde North, has been officially launched by City of Casey Mayor Sam Aziz. With 300,000 residents and growing at a rate of 10,000 residents every year, Casey is already the largest city in Victoria by population. This underpins the need for residential development in the area and St Germain will deliver with a mix of residential areas providing more than 1200 new dwellings, including a resort community for over 55s with 250 villas. There are also plans for a medical facility and a retail centre, with land set aside for a major health facility further down the track. St Germain will ultimately create about 3600 employment opportunities, starting with the early construction of commercial and medical hubs. Selected by VPA as a demonstration project for its unique and early delivery of infrastructure, St Germain will provide a variety of facilities. CR SAM AZIZ - MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CASEY, GORDON GILL - LAND OWNER OF ST GERMAIN, CR GEOFF ABLETT - CASEY COUNCILLOR FOR THE BALLA BALLA WARD. MEDICAL There are plans for a broad array of medical facilities including a general practitioner, specialist and ancillary services. Land has also been set aside for a major health facility. COMMERCIAL A flexible mix of uses, retail and office spaces will support the community and complement the medical facilities. RETAIL A 10,000 square metre Neighbourhood Activity Centre will support the new St Germain community. RESIDENTIAL A mix of apartment, high, medium and standard density residential areas across the site and a resort community for over 55s will provide over 1200 new dwellings. St Germain’s Sales Office is on the corner of Thompsons Road and BerwickCranbourne Road, Clyde North. Visit the sales office or stgermain.net.au, or call 1800 646 646 to claim a slice of Melbourne’s most remarkable project.

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By Cam Lucadou-Wells A Dandenong man accused of 84 offences including a spate of thefts from more than 20 pizza shops throughout south-east Melbourne this year has applied for entry into Dandenong Drugs Court. Adem Tezeli, 25, had been booked for a screening for the drug court’s two-year treatment order program, Dandenong Magistrates’ Court heard on 15 November. He would then have to pass an assessment prior to being admitted, Magistrate Pauline Spencer said. Tezeli, who appeared via video link from Port Phillip Prison, was accused of stealing more than $36,000 in cash, tills, computers, phones, tablets, security equipment, petrol and other goods from businesses from February to September this year. Raids on pizza stores included five in Pakenham, two in Mt Waverley, as well as in Springvale, Kooweerup, Beaconsfield, Carrum Downs, Mordialloc, Brighton, Chelsea Heights, Mornington, Boronia, Aspendale Gardens, Bentleigh, Hastings, Somerville, Frankston, Oakleigh and Baxter.

Tezeli was also charged with stealing from Mornington Golf Club and from kebab shops in Hallam and Cranbourne, a taco restaurant in Beaconsfield and a cafe in Mt Eliza. Other targets were a Lynbrook bargain warehouse, a Hindi restaurant at Carrum Downs and a printing office in Carrum Downs. Tezeli also allegedly committed four petrol drive-offs, drove with false plates, failed to stop for police, drove while suspended, received stolen goods, and tried to pawn off a stolen mobile phone. Tezeli was accused of five counts of breaching a night curfew on bail as well as other contraventions of bail since September. At the time of bail he had been charged with 65 of his offences. During the bail period, Tezeli allegedly performed two of his petrol drive-offs and drove while suspended. He was also charged with breaching a community corrections order. Tezeli was remanded to next appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 24 November.

I am one of the victims of the red light camera saga. Last year I got a fine saying I went through the red light on the corner of Springvale and Cheltenham roads. I didn’t believe I had, but paid the fine anyway. Two months later I went through that intersection again and I know I definitely stopped and waited for the next green arrow as I turned to my husband and said “they won’t get me this time”. It is the only two times I have come through

Greater Dandenong Multicultural Advisory Committee The City of Greater Dandenong is seeking expressions of interest for a new Multicultural Advisory Committee. The Committee will engage in and promote awareness of issues impacting our multicultural communities to enhance harmony and celebrate the diversity in our city. Positions are voluntary and meetings will be quarterly.

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that intersection in years. I sent copies of the fines to the Road Safety Camera Commissioner. I got a reply with two photos of each incident. The second photo of the second fine showed me in the intersection. How can this be when I waited for the next green arrow? My concern is that they must be getting Photoshopped. I know I did not go through that second time. How many photos are being Photoshopped? Kathy Croft, Noble Park.

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Trucks go on the attack By Casey Neill A Dandenong South manufacturer is boosting safety for firefighters and the community. IVECO unveiled four First Attack Dozer Transport Vehicles fresh off the production line on Wednesday 16 November. They’ll be in the hands of the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) in time for the fire season. Energy, Environment and Climate Change Minister Lily D’Ambrosio and Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams inspected the vehicles and learnt more about the project. Over the next five years there’ll be 39 built at a cost of $12 million at IVECO and at Caterpillar in Laverton. They’ll carry Attack Dozers to bushfire hotspots to enable firefighters to construct fire breaks and clear access tracks, and be used in planned burning in the off-season. IVECO’s Joel Read said the company had been working with DEWLP for some time and ran several trials to get the vehicle right. “We’ve come up with this,” he said. “It’s an off-the-shelf vehicle for us but it’s specifically put together for this application - different tyres, different wheel bases and the like. “These vehicles are all built in the factory here. “From here they’ll go to another position of IVECO, at one of our dealerships, and other accessories will be fitted like the emergency lights and sirens, a central tyre inflation kit. “From there they’ll have their body fitted so they’ll have a tipper body fitted or a trailer and the like to then put the dozer on the back. “Then they’ll become an operational vehicle.” IVECO will hold an induction for DELWP so it can get the most out of the trucks. DELWP’s Nigel Robertson said the biggest change with the new vehicles was a switch from manual to automatic transmission.

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Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams, Energy, Environment and Climate Change Minister Lily D'Ambrosio, and IVECO Trucks Australia managing director Michael Jonson. “When we went out to the trials about two years ago our people said they didn’t want automatic,” he said. “The second time around, when we did the tender process, we put the automatics out there. “All bar one wanted the automatics. “It was that impressive. “It makes it safer for the people driving. “If you’re driving a manual truck and you’re

trying to change gears and you’re going down or up a hill, and if you miss a gear and you’ve got this weight on the back and you’re on a narrow, gravelly road - it’s hellish. “We’ve lost three trucks like that.” Mr Robertson said the existing fleet was 10 years old and he expected the new trucks to last 15 or more years.

Business digs in to tackle ‘entrenched disadvantage’ By Casey Neill A Dandenong business breakfast with a twist featured a “call to arms” to help Doveton’s unemployed. The Rotary Clubs of Dandenong, Dandenong South East, Casey, Endeavour Hills, Berwick and Narre Warren joined forces to host the event at Beletti Restaurant Cafe Bar on Wednesday 16 November. Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams was among the morning’s guest speakers and spoke passionately about breaking the entrenched disadvantage and unemployment in Doveton. She said the suburb’s downward spiral followed the exit of major employers General Motors, International Harvester and Heinz which she said served as a lesson given the pending automotive industry exodus. Ms Williams said the south-east was home to more than half the auto supply chain jobs, with 81 of the 137 tier one and tier two suppliers in Victoria located in the region. “Not one single thing can replace auto,” she said. She spoke about State Government measures to assist, including funding projects in industries that could create jobs for auto workers. Ms Williams said the State Government also had a significant role to play in helping Doveton to spring back from 22 per cent unemployment. “Industry is also a huge piece of the puzzle,” she said. Fellow guest speaker James Sturgess from law firm Macpherson Kelley said finding the people in Doveton who wanted jobs was hard and there was a disconnect between employment networks. He’s fielding job offers from employers and contacting Doveton College for candidates. “M and K have employed three people from Doveton, through Doveton College,” he said. Mr Sturgess said the school was engaging with parents as well as students to make a change. He said Macpherson Kelley was always open to opportunities to put back into the community. “We want to be part of the community,” he said. “We are privileged to be in business in this region.” 30 DANDENONG JOURNAL Monday, 21 November, 2016

Awards in the cocktail mix

Guest speaker James Sturgess, from law firm Macpherson Kelley. And it’s been a fixture of the community since 4 October 1905. “There’s not a lot of businesses in Australia that have a heritage of more than 100 years,” he said. Mr Sturgess has been with the firm for 30 years next month and said it had changed dramatically in the past 15 years in particular. It’s now a commercial law firm with a focus on substantial businesses, and has grown from a $15 million turnover and 90 staff 12 years ago to $60 million and close to 300 people today. “It’s a really successful business that has grown up in this community,” he said. Mr Sturgess spoke about manufacturing as “a critical part of this region”.

He said the sector had grown by a few hundred jobs in the region in the past 10 years against a downward trend more widely. Rotary Club of Dandenong South East’s Phil Thurgood said every dollar donated to Rotary “gets to the cause” unlike many charities. He spoke about the work the club had been doing, including supporting Disaster Aid Australia and Romac, and funding pizza nights and swags for Cornerstone Contact Centre. Greater Dandenong Mayor Jim Memeti said more than 50 per cent of council rates came from businesses, and that the council and Rotary shared a common goal to see the municipality grow and prosper.

Greater Dandenong’s best businesses will be in the spotlight at a cocktail awards event. The 11 nominees for the Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards were announced at breakfasts throughout the year. Beletti is in the running for the small business, retail and employment awards. Biofuel Innovations is up for the small business and corporate social responsibility (CSR) and innovation categories. Cabrini Linen Service is also up for the large business award, as well as the CSR and innovation and employment awards. Greencare Developments is also eyeing the large business and CSR and innovation titles, as well as the retail award. India at Home is up for the large business and retail awards, and Murray Agricultural Equipment the small business and retail awards. No Fuss Event Hire and Quantum Recycling Solutions are both up for the small business and CSR and innovation awards. RJ Sanderson and TanGold Pastry are both vying for the large business and CSR and innovation awards, with RJ Sanderson also in the running for the employment honour. All of the businesses are also in with a chance to take home the top prize, the Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce Business Award. SEBN manager Sandra George will select winners for the six awards, and the Chisholm Institute will present a Youth Enterprise Award to one of three nominees - Kyle Hillbrich, Brooke Fernandez and Charly Scott. A gala dinner in April marked the Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce’s Premier Regional Business Awards’ (PRBA) 25th and final year. The chamber unveiled a fresh awards system at its first breakfast of the new era in May. At the event, NAB’s Paul Wood said there were more than 12,500 businesses in Dandenong and the PRBA highlighted about 400 over its 25 years. “There’s a lot more good stories to tell,” he said. Chamber executive officer Tiffany Murray and events and marketing officer Amanda Checken are working on building membership and helping businesses to succeed. They both want to work more closely with fellow Greater Dandenong business groups South East Business Networks (SEBN) and South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA). Women’s events are also on the cards following requests, as are small seminars, and training courses for businesses too small to host their own. Ms Checken said facilitating business networking was a big focus, and acknowledged participants’ aims could vary from furthering their client base to sharing ideas with like-minded businesses. Ms Murray said there’d be a focus on finding informative speakers for events, so workers could take something back to the office and implement it post-breakfast. All will be revealed at a cocktail event at Greyhounds Entertainment in Springvale. It will run from 6.30pm to 9.30pm on Wednesday 30 November, and has changed from a sit-down dinner to facilitate more networking. Visit www.greaterdandenongchamber. com.au for more information or to book a ticket or table. The Journal will have full coverage of the event online following the awards night and a special feature in the Monday 5 December edition.

Fond memories of Benga House By Casey Neill Anne Preston and Helen Hart can’t understand what all the fuss is about when it comes to Benga House. Greater Dandenong Council bought the historic home and surrounds on McCrae Street, Dandenong, in the 1980s to preserve it, including the neighbouring Laurel Lodge. The Heritage Hill property, as it’s now known, hosts exhibitions, workshops and music events. On display until early next year are enlarged photos of Anne - nee Hart - and her brother, Peter, during their childhood at Benga. The panels hang in Anne’s old bedroom. “It is a very strange feeling,” Anne said, sitting in the Benga House garden on an overcast but warm morning, pondering community interest in the property and her ancestors. Peter’s widow, Helen, agreed. “We can’t understand it, really, can we?” she said. “It’s a lovely family but nothing out of the ordinary. “I’m just so impressed with how they’re looking after the gardens, they’re just beautiful.” Doctor Ian Hart and his wife Dorothy built Benga the year Anne was born. “I swear I can remember seeing it half-built but that would be impossible because they moved in when I was a few months old,” she said. “I must have seen a photograph or something. “Even then it was a bit like an oasis. “It was a jungle that Peter and I played in, but it wasn’t a jungle because it was a beautifully-laid out garden. “My mum designed the garden and that was her main love. “She could always be found in the garden doing something.” Shortly after Dr Hart died, Dorothy moved out of Benga and next door to Helen and Peter in Mont Albert. “That’s when the council bought it,” Anne said. “It was an interesting concept - it was my house, what on earth did the council want with it?” Helen lived in the home for six weeks after her first baby was born, and visited regularly over the years. “They were the most wonderful people, they really were,” she said of Dr and Mrs Hart. “I married Peter when I was 24. I came from England. “Immediately I felt as if I were a daughter of the family.” She was nursing at the same hospital as Peter was completing surgical rounds. “I knew him for five years,” she said. “It took him all that time to persuade me that I needed to marry him!” There were two years, nine months and four days between the siblings. “Of all the people ever, I was the closest to understanding where he came from,” Anne said. “I did spend my entire life shocking him, and the family.” Helen explained: “He was very, very conventional.” “I don’t think you shocked the man, I think it was just that you knew what you wanted. “My youngest daughter, Amy, looks like Anne and acts like Anne.” Anne ended her full-time residency at the home when she was just seven years old to attend school.

A photo from the exhibition in the position where it was taken. 160725 “I was a boarder until I went to university. Then I lived in the women’s college,” she said. “Every girl needs an education.” That education led her to a career as an architect, which she continues full-time at age 80. She spent 10 years living in London, on and off, and drove across the country to Sydney on her return. There she met her second husband and made a home. Helen calls Berwick home. “When I first came to Australia we used to drive up here,” she said. “Anne’s uncle had a farm in Pakenham. “I can remember thinking ‘one of these days I’m going to live in Berwick’. “It was so pretty.” Anne’s parents had strong roots in Dandenong when they decided to build Benga House. “My grandparents had a house called Roseneath - that’s now where the catholic school is there - a beautiful old place that was built by the first Lord Mayor of Melbourne when it was a day’s horse and buggy ride from the city,” she said. “Mum and dad used to live at Roseneath with Peter. “When I was 15 they were painting it, they used to burn the paint off the eaves and it was a hot north-wind day. “My grandmother called them in for a cup of tea. “It must have been smouldering. It was a slate roof. The roof collapsed.” Anne recalled walking to market with her mother every Tuesday, and said her father also had a very set routine. “He had bacon and eggs for breakfast every day of his life,” she laughed. “Then he’d go to the surgery, and then he’d go

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Anne Preston in the garden of her childhood home with her brother’s widow, Helen Hart. 161936 and do his visits. “If we were home from school on holidays we would go with him, which was lovely. “If it was at a farm house, he’d go in and we’d look at the animals. “People were enormously generous. “I very seldom went out to a house with dad where I wasn’t entrusted with a few eggs or a cauliflower or something that they had that they’d been keeping for the doctor. “He always had Wednesday afternoon off. “He and mum used to go into town. “Dad’s interests outside the surgery were he loved to play golf. “He belonged to the Rotary Club and St John Ambulance. “The other thing dad loved was the tenors on Saturday night.

“For years I thought he was listening to the tennis! It was a program called Singers of Renown.” Helen said Mrs Hart didn’t do paid work but was a very active volunteer. “She worked at the hospital on the kiosk for how many years?” she said. Anne answered: “My entire life, that I can remember.” “She worked at the charity shop for children with special needs,” Helen continued. “Another thing she was really passionate about was International House where students from outside Australia came to study at Melbourne University. “They were marvellous people.” Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens is at 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong, and is open to the public from 10am to 4pm Tuesday to Friday.

What’s on Join in the chorus

German Christmas Bazaar

Join in the final sing-a-long workshop for the year. Learn a new song or join in with some favourite oldies. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to join in the chorus and make new friends. ■ The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong. Friday 25 November, 1.30pm to 2.30pm. A gold coin donation is suggested. Call Trish or Jo on 9791 8664 for more information.

This festive event will feature homemade cakes, German potato salad, frankfurts, bratwurst, pretzels, waffles, ice cream, and live music performed by the Accordion Accents Ensemble and Hans and his barrel organ. Father Christmas will make an appearance, and there’ll also be handcrafted decorations, embroidered table cloths and toys, advent wreaths, gingerbread houses, Viennese almonds, clothes, books, cards and plants. ■ St Johns German Lutheran Church, 3 Albert Avenue, Springvale. Saturday 26 from 10am.

Access all areas The Access All Areas Film Festival is an accessible showcase of new Australian films for people with disability. It will run twice daily on the urban screen in Harmony Square. ■ Harmony Square, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Monday 28 November to Friday 2 December. There’ll be an open captioned program at 11.30am and an audio describer

sential. Call 8571 1702.

9 by 5 Exhibition Various artists express their creativity on nine by five inch panels. The exhibition opening at 6.30pm on Thursday 1 December will also celebrate Walker Street Gallery’s 30-year anniversary with cake and a performance by the Stiletto Sisters. ■ Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, corner Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong. Thursday 1 December to Wednesday 21 December, Tuesday to Friday, 11am to 5pm, and Saturdays, 11am to 3pm. Call 9706 8441.

Swap ‘til you drop programme at 2.30pm.

Follow your waste This free tour will include stops at recycler Polytrade Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Dandenong South, a landfill facility in Hallam, and green waste recycler the Natural Recov-

ery System in Dandenong. The tour finishes with lunch and tour at Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve. ■ Departs Springvale Town Hall, 397-405 Springvale Road, Springvale. Wednesday 30 November, 9.30am to 3pm. Bookings are es-

Keysborough’s community swap is joining the Garage Sale Trail campaign. No money changes hands. People are invited to bring their good, unwanted household effects and any home-grown plants, fruit and vegetables. ■ Resurrection Primary School, 402 Corrigan Road, Saturday 26 November, 10am to 11am. 31 DANDENONG JOURNAL Monday, 21 November, 2016

SPORT Nerves creep in at AFL prospect By Nicholas Creely Myles Poholke is the kind of footballer that all teams love to have and all opposition clubs despise playing against. And the 18-year-old Sorrento product, in just a week, will be beginning his new life as an AFL footballer, and couldn’t be more excited. But, at the same time, he is anxious about where the road may lead. “The nerves are starting to creep in - my brother, who is my boss, always jokes that in a couple of weeks I’ll be on the other side of Australia,” he said. “I think about moving interstate a little bit, my mates constantly bring it up, and they say they want me to go to St Kilda because it’s the closest club, but I sort of look forward to the fresh start of moving away and getting to know some new people, and I think if I was to go interstate, I wouldn’t have any dramas.” Poholke enjoyed a standout season, representing not just the Dandenong Stingrays, where he won the Best and Fairest award, but he also represented Vic Country and the AFL Academy. “Personally, my first half of the year wasn’t that great. “The stats were there but the impact wasn’t, and I was really keen to get into the national champs and pick up my form, which I was able to do,” he said. “I think anytime you get to pull on the big V it’s really humbling. “Obviously getting the opportunity last year

Myles Poholke is set to be picked up in the mid-rounds of the AFL's national draft. was great - this year was really good to sort of be one of the more experienced players and sort of take charge of the blokes who hadn’t been there before. “The results weren’t great, but I enjoyed pulling on the jumper. “It was a massive surprise, to be honest. A few people actually joked about it early on, but I

thought it was pretty farfetched to play all this rep footy. “There was players like Will Brodie and whatnot, but I definitely saw it as a massive step up for me and an eye-opener into how high I could make it and how highly rated I actually was at that time.” Poholke prides himself on loyalty which is an attribute he believes was shaped back in his junior

Hammond looks to lead Dandenong to the shield By Nicholas Creely The Neil Wright Shield is back - and the Dandenong District Cricket Association is looking to continue its on-going dominance. The DDCA has enjoyed stunning success in one of the largest turf representative competitions in Victoria, winning the last three titles. Many of the DDCA cricketers that have come through this pathway have gone on to play in Victorian Premier Cricket teams. The squad will be once again led by star Hawks all-rounder Jordan Hammond who, in Round 3 in Turf 1, cracked a stunning century against Berwick. The skipper is a match-winner with both bat and ball and looms as the biggest drawcard for interested on-lookers. Only two of last year’s members, Travis D’Souza and Hammond, are still in the squad. Other Turf 1 regulars include the Narre Warren quartet of Imran Laghmani, who is enjoying his first season at the top-level as a spinner, Rehan Majoka, who is being groomed at the top of the order for the Magpies, and opening batsman Mitchell Shirt and Zach Allen. Others who have had a taste of Turf 1 action this season are Parkfield batting all-rounder Travis D’Souza, who continues to impress and Jack Jessiman from Hallam-Kalora Park. The side will be coached by DDCA legend Craig Slocombe. Final DDCA under 21 Squad Jordan Hammond (Captain, Hallam-Kalora Park) Harley Dale (Aspendale) Alex Cross (Berwick) Jack Phillips (Berwick) Darcy Hellriegel (Buckley Ridges) Joel Robertson (Coomoora) Brayden Roscoe (Cranbourne) Jack Jessiman (Hallam-Kalora Park) Jakob Woinarski (Mordialloc) Josh Dowling (Narre North) Zach Allen (Narre Warren) Imran Laghmani (Narre Warren) Rehan Majoka (Narre Warren) Mitchell Shirt (Narre Warren) Travis D’Souza (Parkfield) Liam Hamilton (Springvale South) The side starts its tournament against the Mornington Peninsula on 20 November at Carroll Reserve, Dandenong. 36 DANDENONG JOURNAL Monday, 21 November, 2016

days, but also paid tribute to his brother Leigh, who has been a magnificent influence on his life. “I played my entire junior footy down at Sorrento football club, which I’ve loved,” he said. “My brother has been my main influence. I lost contact with my dad some years ago and my brother sort of took on that father figure role and I still remember him teaching me how to kick. He coached me at junior level and we won a flag together. “I owe a lot to him.” With football in hand, Poholke plays with intensity and believes he can influence through the midfield at any AFL club. “I see myself at AFL level as playing a midfieldforward role but, obviously, in the first couple of years, if I’m lucky enough to get a game, I’ll play wherever I’m instructed to,” he said. “But, eventually, I’d love to become more of a midfielder who floats forward. “I sort of model my game a little bit on Luke Parker, and just how he goes inside and out, hits the scoreboard and has elite overhead marking. I like to think we have similar strengths.” But a knock on his game has always been his fitness, something Poholke believes he has overcome, and in a way, turned into one of his greatest strengths. “My first interview was actually up on the Gold Coast and I got a bit of a clip on not working hard enough and that my fitness was poor,” he said. “Mostly clubs pointed out my fitness, but I tested well at the combine, and I now feel I’ve got that out of their minds.”

Stingrays buddy up at Frankston By Nicholas Creely

Hawks all-rounder Jordan Hammond will lead the squad once again. 161202 From there they will play the West Gippsland side at Keysborough Reserve on 27 November in what will be an exciting clash, before a final

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round-robin match against Box Hill on 4 December which, year after year, produces quality young cricketers.

With the rejection of a 2017 VFL licence, the Frankston Dolphins Football Club has happily agreed for the Dandenong Southern Stingrays to make Frankston Park their home base of the 2016/17 summer preseason. Throughout their long and successful partnership, current AFL stars, such as Michael Hibberd, Nic Newman and Matthew Boyd, have graduated from the Stingrays ranks and played with Frankston in the VFL. Dolphins steering group spokesman Peter Geedes believes the move will go a long way in re-establishing the club in the VFL come the 2018 season. “The Frankston Football Club is the next step in the pathway for Stingrays players who don’t initially get drafted, and the 2017 group of Stingrays will play a key role for our club’s aspiration to return to the VFL in 2018,” he said. “We are also intending to broaden community use of the facilities at Frankston Park in 2017 and beyond. “This is a good first step and we hope to make some other exciting announcements in the near future.” In what has been a constant issue over a number of years, the Stingrays currently share their Shepley Oval home base with Dandenong in the Victorian Premier Cricket over summer, meaning the Rays are without an elite training venue for preseason. Dandenong Southern Stingrays Talent Manager Mark Wheeler said the club is looking forward to relishing the opportunity to have full access to the venue. “To have the ability to train at a venue three days a week with full access to showers, whiteboards, gym and oval without a cricket pitch and the beach across the road for rehab is something the club hasn’t had in a pre-season for over 20 years.”

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Sun shines as the stars come out for Twenty20 By Nick Creely DDCA Twenty20 - RD 3 REVIEW Finally, there was a night that was perfect for cricket. With the season so interrupted through the unpredictable Melbourne weather, it was a refreshing sight on Wednesday 16 November, as the sun shone, and with it came some of the best Twenty20 action in Victoria. The barbecues and the beers were popular and out in full swing as the DDCA padded up for its third round of action and Cranbourne continued its ongoing dominance around the competition. There was some upsets, most notably St Mary’s, which stunned competition favourites Hallam-Kalora Park while sides continued to prove their wares while others floundered. Dingley continue to surprise everyone this season, once again annihilating its opposition. There were big hits, stunning catches and some brilliant individual performances. CRANBOURNE DEF NARRE WARREN For over a decade Matthew Chasemore has been one of the most revered cricketers in Victorian club cricket. And on Wednesday evening ‘Cheeks’ was at his devastating best, thumping an electrifying 87 off just 49 deliveries as the Eagles thumped the Magpies by 37 runs. The knock, which included six sixes, lifted the Eagles to an imposing yet not colossal total of 5/156. When Eagles champ Steven Spoljaric (4) was bundled out by Magpies seamer Matin Sultani, the Eagles re-constructed the innings through opening batsman Lucas Ligt (41) and Chasemore, who put on 133 runs. But some late wickets lifted the strong Magpies home crowd who managed to keep the score below 160, when at one stage it seemed the Eagles were going to make a score of more than 200. Magpies opening bowler Matin Sultani (2/26) was impressive while spinner Imran Laghamani (0/15 off three overs) bowled accurately. As the Magpies openers walked out too bat, there was a sense of optimism and energy, knowing that the total was gettable with the home crowd encouraging them along. But constant wickets halted the Magpies, as the Eagles immensely talented bowling unit took complete control. Apart from marquee player Simon Parrott (41), who was aggressive despite the dominos falling around him, the Magpies batting side collectively failed around him. Steven Spoljaric (2/13 off four) was once again enormous with the new ball, combining brilliantly with Cameron Kelly (2/27) to squeeze the life out of the Magpies. Cameron Dinger (1/10), who was the Turf 1 last year in the grand final, bowled with excellent control, subtlety and accuracy, bogging the Magpies down.

Matthew Chasemore was at his brutal best for the Eagles. 161940 Eventually the Magpies lost the game, batting out their overs to finish on 7/119 off their 20 overs. Other results Buckley Ridges 5/116 (S. Pradeep 51, D. Jose 3/8) d Fountain Gate 9/115 (W. Nicholas 3/15, M. Goodwright 3/15) Berwick 4/99 (N. Pilon 36) d Parkfield 6/97 (J. Wilcock 4/11) Beaconsfield 2/85 (M. Mitchell 40*, B. Singh 2/14) d Silverton 5/84 (C. Tout 2/6) HSD 3/149 (M. Cox 61, K. Weeraratne 33*, J.

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Manning 30) d Mordialloc 3/145 (I. Daniel 84*, D. Mapa Ralalage 32*, M. Davies 2/25) St Mary's 9/145 (R. Serpanchy 31, J. Hammond 3/27) d Hallam Kalora Park 7/128. Narre Nth 9/126 (S. Brandon 64) d Springvale 6/120 (S. Silva 29, M. Abbott 25, L. Rogers 3/15) Dingley 9/115 (T. Sawers 27, I. Shariffie 3/23, S. Veal 2/14, J. Webb 2/28) d Lynbrook 92 (M. Hussaini 27, C. Otto 3/10, J. Chaturanga 3/14, T. Sawers 2/21)

Soccer push for licence By Nick Creely With so much talk and speculation surrounding a third Victorian based A-League side, the Casey-Dandenong region is reportedly set to push for a licence to compete in the biggest soccer tournament in Australia. Both the Casey and Greater Dandenong regions could endorse a south-east bid, with Casey Fields and the Dandenong Showgrounds seen as appropriate venues. The south-east is one of the booming areas in the state and could accommodate a national football club if the push was successful. With teams such as Springvale White Eagles, Dandenong Thunder, Dandenong City, Berwick City and Casey Comets all semi-professional clubs in the region, it seems that an A-League team is not out of the question. All these teams are behind the idea and would like to see it go ahead. Greater Dandenong Mayor Jim Memeti told News Corp that the community is ready to rally for an A-League licence. “I’ve spoken to a lot of people in the community and there’s a real hunger for soccer. It’s taking off in the south-east and there’s no AFL here,” he said. “We’ve got the right spot for it - the Showgrounds, which is only 500 metres from Dandenong Station. It’s a big parcel of land, 40 acres, perfect for a boutique stadium.” The expansion of the A-League is one of the hottest topics of discussion in sporting circles. The A-League currently has 10 teams, five based in New South Wales, one is South Australia, one in Queensland, two in Victoria and one in New Zealand. There is speculation that the Gold Coast franchise may be reunited, but there is talk of a Northern Queensland side, another side based in Sydney and a secondary Adelaide side. But the south-east region at this stage is AFL free, paving the way for a legitimate bid at one of the two spots set to be filled by the A-League in the next few years. Geelong is also mooted as another possible destination, but it seems likelier that the south-east would be better placed and attract more support. There is a vast network of talented young footballers in the region and the placement of a side will do wonders in the continuing development of the game in Victoria. Casey Mayor Sam Aziz is also behind the idea, with Casey Fields seen as the perfect base.

Ando’s Mac claims the worlds richest race New South Wales-trained greyhound Ando’s Mac caused a major upset by claiming the $600,000 TAB Melbourne Cup at Sandown Park on Friday night. And the win left trainer Jason Mackay almost speechless. “Just to make this final is something else,” said Mackay following the cup triumph. “Look at the crowd, the atmosphere is just sensational. I keep pinching myself - I know it happened - but did it really happen? I still can’t believe it.” Ando’s Mac ($12.90) began fairly but was afforded early room which allowed him to accelerate quickly and lead through the first turn. He opened a two length margin over Barton Bale down the back straight before withstanding a late charge by the well supported Jesaulenko ($5.10) to claim the cup in 29.48. Despite drawing box five, Mackay was quietly confident his first TAB Melbourne Cup finalist was a winning chance in the sport’s showcase

event. “I had a real gut feeling with this dog,” he said. “He was so terrible out of the boxes on prelude night and came out second last in the heats. But I just had an inkling that if he got the start right like he has done back home, then he can run some serious first sections and he showed that tonight.” Mackay is no stranger to group 1 success, having trained several winners at the highest level of the sport. However to win a TAB Melbourne Cup was the fulfilment of a live long dream. “All trainers aspire to win this race, it’s the greatest race on the calendar,” he explained. “I don’t think deep down that you ever think you can do it. I’ve had some really good dogs over the years - greyhounds of the year and track record holders - and they’ve not stacked up because the competition is way superior here than to anywhere else. “But Ando’s Mac is a wonderful dog. He

doesn’t give 80 or 90 percent, he’ll bust 100 percent every time. He’s not the fastest dog around but you wouldn’t swap him for anything, he’s full of heart.” The win was Ando Mac’s 16th from 29 starts and his second at group 1 level - with the $420,000 first prize elevating his career prize money beyond $555,000. During his entertaining acceptance speech, Mackay was full of praise for fellow trainer Anthony Azzopardi (trainer of the beaten favourite Zambora Brockie) for looking after Ando’s Mac during his Victorian campaign. Earlier in the night, Wayne Vassallo trained his second group 1 Bold Trease winner when It’s A Bird prevailed in the $145,000 feature staying race named after a former champion of the sport. Bold Trease beacame famous for his withering finishing bursts over the gut-busting staying trip at Sandown Park.

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Rare day as records tumble By Nicholas Creely DDCA ROUND 4 - DAY TWO REVIEW There is only really one essential rule when playing cricket - always take your chances. On Saturday, certain teams found out that if you don’t take your chances, the end result can be utterly catastrophic. Look no further than Casey Fields on Saturday, as North Dandenong had the chance to run Steven Spoljaric out early in the day. The rest is history... CRANBOURNE 4/336 DEF NORTH DANDENONG 101 THEY just make batting look so simple. Give them a baggy green. There is no better duo in club cricket history. These are just some of the remarks bandied around the traps of Casey Fields on Saturday as Steven Spoljaric and Matthew Chasemore put on a display of batting as remarkable as it sounds. The Eagles champions, who came in at 4/28 late last week, plundered a mind-blowing, and unbeaten, 308-run partnership, giving the Eagles a colossal six-wicket victory against a shellshocked North. Spoljaric (158no), the three-time Alan Wookey medalist, is now averaging 311 in Turf 1 this season, and has now scored two consecutive centuries. His devastating cover-drive was in full force, as he toyed with an opposition that could only stand and watch. He particular enjoyed the off-spinner Michael De Kauwe (0-81 off 11 overs), who overpitched to him regularly, resulting in some spectacular straight sixes. Last year’s Wookey winner, Chasemore (148no), was simply majestical with his forceful square of the wicket shots. Despite having an unconventional style of batting, ‘Cheeks’ just keeps churning out big scores. It is now the highest partnership for the fifth wicket in Eagles history.

Picture: ROB CAREW Despite the loss, North skipper Jurgen Andersen (3/65 off 32 overs) ran in hard and create chances. The Eagles are once again well placed for a Turf 1 tilt, and are in some seriously ominous form. OTHER ROUND 4 RESULTS Heinz-Southern Districts 9/124 (B.Yapp 51, M.Sultani 5/50, M.Shirt 2/30) def Narre Warren 111 (S.Simpson 29, K.Weeraratne 2/13, C.Van Estrop 2/16, P.Stockdale 2/31) and 4/139 (J.Liyanabadalge 75, R.Majoka 40*, K.Weeraratne

2/10). Berwick 8/278 (J.Armitage 108*, J.Goodes 54, N.Pilon 41, S.Bell 3/34, H.Waduge 2/42, H.Alles 2/46) def Parkfield 191 (M.Dabarera 86, J.Goodes 3/25, D.de Souza 2/25, J.Armitage 2/36, J.Wilock 2/49). Springvale 7/264 (N.King 102, M.Vandort 82, D.Quirk 32, J.Chaturanga 3/73, C.Barlow 2/46) def Dingley 194 (C.Barlow 57, L.Spears 29, J.Collins 28, J.Straker 5/58, T.Ford 2/31, R.Priyan 2/33).

Mordialloc 9/220 (H.Krishan, C.Tomkinson 62*, S.Weir 3/74) def Dandenong West 80 (H.Krishan 4/16, C.Athukorala 2/2, I.Daniel 2/16) and 7/163 (P.Atkinson 44, E.French 33, S.Weir 27, B.Morris 4/22, I.Daniel 2/11). Hallam-Kalora Park 197 (S.Gilmour 50, J.Hammond 32, L.Booth 28, S.Mullaney 3/21, M.Goodwright 2/12, W.Nicholas 2/36) def Buckley Ridges 164 (S.Pradeep 35, M.Goodwright 33*, J.Hobbs 26, J.Hammond 3/31, B.Hall 2/17, C.Booth 2/24).

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VIC PREMIER RD 7 - DAY TWO REVIEW Dandenong (280) is now well and truly the team to beat this season - and in the process inflicted further pain on Prahran (130 and 4/170) in day two of their clash at Shepley Oval. With last week’s dominating display headlined by the return to the bowling crease of James Pattinson, there was a different outlook as the Panthers set about cementing their place atop the Premier ladder. After banking the vital first innings points last week, the Panthers resumed their batting innings with further fire in the belly, belting another 130 runs, to give them a lead of 150 with 49 overs left in the day’s play. James Nanopoulos (83) continued his fine start to the season for the Panthers with both bat and ball, while Cameron Forsyth (61) combined brilliantly with Nanopoulos for a 107-run partnership that steered them to a commanding lead. Blues leg-spinner Nathan McNally (5/59) was

The Panthers continued their dominance with a thumping win over the Blues. 161782 Picture: ROB CAREW a constant threat to the Panthers, but there were few winners for the travelling losers. With the prospect of double-points on the agenda, the Panthers were attacking, daring and aggressive with the ball, and looked on track when both openers were back in the sheds in the first period of the innings before drinks, courtesy

of two ripping deliveries by Justin Butterfield and Pattinson. Once again, Pattinson bowled with great pace, and showed even more signs that a return to the state set-up is not far away. But the Blues dug deep, and despite constant pressure and plenty of chatter, salvaged something from the wreckage. They ended the day on 4/170, with Pattinson (1/10), Butterfield (1/42), Nanopoulos (1/36) and Peter Cassidy (1/17) taking the wickets. Meanwhile, Casey-South Melbourne have endured a tough day at the office against Geelong. After the Swans posted 244 last week, the Cats were irresistible with the blade, amassing a whopping 5/397 as they climbed themselves off the bottom of the ladder. Leg-spinner Cameron Dinger (3/86) was a rare bright spot in a tough match from the improved Swans outfit. This weekend will feature double-header Twenty20’s, with Casey battling Dandenong at Casey Fields on Saturday.

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