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School on show for visitors Noble Park Secondary College showcased its diversity for guests from its Japanese sister school. Among the students involved were Zia, representing Sri Lanka, Jazz from North India and Sahar from Afghanistan. 171134
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It’s the karate kid By Casey Neill A Springvale student will fight for Australia at a karate competition in Ireland. Omar Selmanovic, 17, is in Year 11 at Minaret College. “I initially played soccer,” he said. “After the season ended I was looking for something to do and I had a friend who did karate.
“I joined when I was about eight. I haven’t looked back.” He said that it was his dad’s encouragement that kept him in karate initially. “But when you get to go to competitions you meet people and have fun competing,” he said. “It taught me discipline as well. “Without hard work you weren’t going to go anywhere.”
Omar was handpicked at regional try-outs for a national competition where he placed in the top four in his age group. “Everybody’s good friends, but on the mat, in the ring, you forget about the friendships and stuff,” he said. “You’ve got a job to do. “Afterwards it’s all handshakes, it’s all smiles maybe a black eye or a bloody nose.”
The International Karate Union World Championships will take place in Ireland on 19, 20 and 21 August. “I think it’s all over one day for us juniors, so we’re going to have multiple times on the mat in one day,” he said. “I’ll be fighting in the 16 to 18 years age group. Continued on page 8
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By Casey Neill Keysborough firefighters pulled off an unusual rescue after curiosity got the better of Nero the cat. Brigade captain Paul Townsend said the feline’s owner turned to the CFA crew when they had no luck with the RSPCA and the local ranger. “They rang the station and it came through to my number,” he said. That was about 7pm on Sunday 6 August. He made no promises, but turned out with his team. “They’d only just moved in that day so they had boxes and everything in the garage,” he said. “There were two cats in there. “One was head-first behind the hot water service and couldn’t move at all. “It was a 315 litre electric hot water service. “That was pushed right into a corner so you’ve only got a very small gap at the back of it.” They couldn’t budge it left, right or up so grabbed some short hose lengths from the truck and secured them around the tank. “We physically moved this 300-plus kilogram hot water service,” Capt Townsend said. Nero was “quite distressed” when they finally freed him. Food, water and cuddles were first on the agenda, followed by a check-up with the vet. “It was a feel-good story. The boys and girls
Greater Dandenong Council is pushing for a Keysborough South secondary school and calling on neighbour Kingston to join in. At the Monday 24 July council meeting, councillor Matthew Kirwan proposed advocacy for a high school to service Keysborough’s new estates and surrounding suburbs. “In recent weeks we have had the great news that land has been secured for a primary school in the new estates of Keysborough,” he said. “But with many parents having children already started at another primary school, or already looking ahead to when their children will finish primary school, the calls for a government secondary school in this area are continuing to grow. “Students are not going to school with their neighbours - but to many different secondary schools in many different suburbs to cope with the demand.” Cr Kirwan said this issue was not new to the council. “Just over a year ago ... this council resolved to begin advocating for a P-12 school in the new estates of Keysborough,” he said. “Soon after, it was announced that the state proposed to buy land to build a government primary school. “This notice of motion updates the already existing advocacy position to reflect the current situation.” The Journal revealed in July that Keysborough’s animal shelter was moving out of Homeleigh Road and a 475-student capacity school was moving in. Cr Kirwan said any new government secondary school “would serve a region, not just the new estates of Keysborough” so successfully proposed writing to the Kingston councillors for their support, data and potential joint advocacy on the matter. His fellow councillors also agreed to write to Education Minister James Merlino and Keysborough MP Martin Pakula about the issue.
Cat rescuers Tim Real, Loretta Binder, Matthew Gottliebsen and Sascha Grant with Nero. did really well,” Capt Townsend said. “It was good teamwork. “It took a little bit of working out to find the best plan of action and
how we could move this hot water service without damaging it - and damaging the cat. “The owners were very grateful.”
Boom gate up in lights over line’s ongoing failures A boom gate failure on the Pakenham train line in January 2016 has been cited as an example of V/ Line’s “concurrent issues” in its passenger services audit. The Auditor-General’s report, tabled on 9 August, is a service review of the public transport service’s operation over the past 10 years, and includes eight recommendations for V/Line to implement moving forward. According to the document, V/Line’s performance over the past decade has “mostly fallen short” of its targets and community expectations,
despite infrastructure improvements and timetable changes. It stated that the most significant impacts on the service’s performance have been ongoing financial pressures, congestion on the shared metro networks, network limitations, a lack of punctuality and excessive wheel wear in VLocity trains and the failure of these trains to activate boom gates on time. The latter two issues came to the forefront in January last year when higher than normal wear and tear was identified on the wheel flanges of
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Memories being remade with City Hall’s upgrade By Casey Neill Weddings, dances, deb balls, citizenship ceremonies - Springvale’s City Hall has hosted them all, and more. Thanks to a $7.7 million makeover the hall is refreshed and ready to play a key role in many more memories. “This is just the start of a much bigger project,” Greater Dandenong Mayor Jim Memeti said. The hall update was stage one of the $50 million Springvale Community Precinct project which is due to be delivered by the end of 2020. It will include a new library, community meeting facilities and outdoor space, plus a refresh for the City Hall Supper Room. The project is in the final stages of detailed design and Cr Memeti said work should start next year. He took the Journal through the redeveloped hall on Monday 7 August. It holds a special place in his heart. He and wife Mary married there in front of 900 people on 8 February 1992. “This is where everyone used to get married,” he said. “This is now a venue that could easily be used once again for weddings and functions of that calibre. “It’s still got that old rich history but with modern facilities.” The building now has heating and cooling and in the main hall there’s new flooring, an acoustic system and LED lighting that can change colours. “It’s got wow factor now,” the council’s facilities co-ordinator Rebecca Jones said. “It was utilised heavily beforehand. “We didn’t want to go too far and change the size of the space or anything like that. “We’ve just brought it up to date. “We’ve been inundated with bookings already.” Ms Jones said the changes should attract people from outside the City of Greater Dandenong and appeal to corporate, private and community bookings. The main hall can hold 600 people downstairs and 200 people on the balcony, and the Supper Room holds 200 people. Motorised awning windows that open onto a new paved area replaced old timber windows. An area beside the main hall space has lighting to enable its use as a gallery space. Original wooden columns and bi-fold doors remain. Ms Jones said the kitchen was completely gutted and replaced with two cooking spaces to cater for simultaneous events in the main hall and the Supper Room. Professional non-slip commercial flooring has replaced dangerous tiles and there’s now a bar area and all new commercial-grade appliances. There are new dressing rooms, staff areas and
In Brief Rubber hits the road A dangerously bald tyre, the wrong P-plates, a prohibited vehicle - and that’s just for starters. Greater Dandenong Highway Patrol police intercepted the 19-year-old Keysborough driver over the weekend of 5 August, coincidentally outside a tyre business. Officers said the man was driving a turbo on his P1 probationary licence, which is a probationary prohibited vehicle. The car was a manual, in breach of the driver’s automatic licence. They said the driver had a green P-plate on display instead of the required red, and the right rear tyre was so bald that the canvas and wire were exposed. Police issued a major defect notice, which meant the vehicle couldn’t be driven from the scene and will need a full roadworthy. They issued the driver with $635 worth of fines and six demerit points.
Pair wanted on warrants Richard Symes and Maria Mahmood are wanted on warrants and known to frequent Dandenong and Noble Park. Police are appealing for public help to find the pair who are wanted over drug-related matters and failing to appear in court. Symes, 40, is described as 170 centimetres tall with a medium build. Mahmood, 42, is about 167cm tall with a solid build and dark hair. Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic. com.au with any information on their whereabouts.
Mayor Jim Memeti welcomes the hall's updated facade. 171432
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A lone bandit took cash and cigarettes after man-handling a Springvale service station attendant. Greater Dandenong CIU Senior Constable Liam Comrie said the victim, a 24-year-old St Kilda man, let the thief into the Princes Highway Caltex outlet about 3.40am on Monday 7 August. He grabbed the victim by the collar, threatened him and told him to open the cash register. He fled west on foot with cash and cigarettes. Sen Const Comrie said he was described only as Caucasian and was not armed.
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Mayor Jim Memeti and council facilities co-ordinator Rebecca Jones in the refreshed entry area.
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storage space and the entry has new carpet and fittings. On the facade, City Hall lettering was removed and restored while the old City of Springvale crest was restored on the wall for fear that taking it down would destroy it. The project has taken about nine months to complete. “The council was thrilled to be able to deliver
this project on time and on budget,” Cr Memeti said. He’ll officially unveil the upgrade at the Mayor’s Family Fun Day on Sunday 8 October. “We want all our community to come with their families,” he said. There’ll be child-friendly entertainment, rides, face painting and more.
Thieves punched a 21-year-old man in the face and stole his phone, laptop and wallet in Springvale. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which ocurred about 8.20pm on Sunday 6 August. The victim, from Brunswick, was walking along Birmingham Avenue near Princes Highway when two men wearing black hoodies approached. Both were Caucasian with Australian accents and between 180 centimetres and 185cm tall. One was wearing black tracksuit pants and the other grey. They demanded the victim hand over his mobile phone, laptop and wallet and punched him to the face. The victim complied. His attackers were last seen heading south on Birmingham Avenue on foot. The victim was not injured. 12361008-DJ33-17
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100 years ago 9 August 1917 Councillors criticised To the editor Sir, The Dandenong shire councillors were very conspicuous by their absence from the very important function held in the town hall on Saturday last. The function, which was held under the auspices of the State Recruiting Committee was for a threefold purpose. To get recruits, to mark the third anniversary of the war, and to put before the people the premier’s resolution. Cr Pearson’s absence was through illness but there was no reason why Crs Abbott, Keys or Burden should not have put in an appearance. At all events that the Dandenong people were not represented through any part of the proceedings, by at least one of their councillors, does not reflect that national spirit
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50 years ago 15 August 1967 The choice of a lifetime The opportunities available in almost all trades and professions in Australia will be highlighted at the 1967 Dandenong Careers Exhibition to be held in Dandenong Town Hall from 22 to 24 August. The exhibition has been arranged as a combined community service by Dandenong Chamber of Commerce and Dandenong Rotary Clubs. It will feature display stands, films, lectures and demonstrations to give young people an insight into the availability and requirements of modern careers.
20 years ago 11 August 1997 Service to migrants big winners Greater Dandenong council is expected to adopt the city’s 1997-98 community grants proposal tonight. A taskforce of council officers and six of the city’s 11 councillors has recommended the council accept 240 of 334 applicants and pay out more than $1.4 million in grants. The big winners are community groups which provide services for migrants and care organisations. Springvale community Aid and Advice Bureau, $144,300. City of Greater Dandenong for The Door project for youth at risk, $100,000. Wellsprings support centre, for practical assistance to isolated women, particularly migrants and victims of abuse, $30,000. Victorian Foundation for Survivors of Torture, $11,790 for refugee support programs. Springvale Neighbourhood House, for producing the 1998 community cultural festival,
$46,000 and for literacy centre and classes in English as a second language, $39,400. Springvale Legal Service, for operating costs $11,000. Springvale Community Centre for administration, $19,400.
5 years ago 13 August 2012 Taking notes at the U3A The adage “You’re never too old to learn” is proven each week at the Dandenong University of the Third Age. Older adults, some of them retired or semi-retired, enjoy a plethora of learning, recreational and social activities programs. The organisation has grown from a membership of 60 to several hundred. Thirty eight classes are targeted at a variety of individual cases and include printing, drawing, histories, genealogy photography, dancing, singing, computers, tai chi and arts and crafts. The U3A philosophy is that of self-help.
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Traffic moves right to avoid parked cars along Heatherton Road in Noble Park. 171496 Acting engineering services director Craig Cinquegrana said the council could look at peak time parking restrictions, but a clearway would require VicRoads approval. “It’s a means of achieving the same objective,” he said. He said that in the past five years there’d been six crashes along the stretch in question, “one we can particularly identify as being caused by veering around a parked vehicle”. Mr Cinquegrana said there’d be a proposal presented to the council’s parking review committee. Greater Dandenong Highway Patrol Acting
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Bail declined over drugs By Cam Lucadou-Wells A Narre Warren man accused of drug trafficking days after being released on a community corrections order has been refused bail. William Quoch, 39, was allegedly intercepted with 18.3 grams of heroin in a car outside a known Dandenong drug-dealing den by police on 6 August, Dandenong Magistrates’ Court was told. The unemployed man was found with $8870 cash, as well as garden scissors that he admitted was used to cut drugs, police informant Sergeant Kerry Burke told the court on 7 August. Also in the car was about five grams of prescription tablets and a bottle of suspected GHB, the court heard.
Quoch had allegedly told police he was using up to 4.8 grams of heroin daily - a habit costing up to $250 a day. With a 15-page criminal history, he had been placed on an 18-month community corrections order for drug offences at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court just over a fortnight earlier. He was also on bail at the time for a range of allegations including trafficking methamphetamine. Quoch was allegedly in breach of bail conditions by associating with a named drug offender, who was at the Dandenong drug den where he was arrested, Sgt Burke said. Quoch, who represented himself, told the court he went to the address to retrieve his car and didn’t know the offender was there at the time.
He also had no knowledge of the heroin being inside the car, he said. The thousands of dollars of cash was from Centrelink, he added. Magistrate Jack Vandersteen noted Quoch was on bail for exactly the same type of offences. The accused had five prior convictions for drug trafficking over the past 19 years and had recently been released from prison for drug offences, Mr Vandersteen said. “I’m not confident you will comply with any condition of bail.” As Quoch was led back into police cells, he asked Mr Vandersteen if there was any chance of getting bail with a surety. “Not a chance,” Mr Vandersteen replied. Quoch was remanded in custody for a later hearing.
No standing still, it’s off to Ireland for our karate kid From front page “The aim really isn’t to bash your opponent. You just have to land two clean punches to win the match. “They have to be full contact. The chances of winning and losing... if you get hit twice, you’re out. “The pressure’s on, you can’t just stand there. “It’s a two-minute match so you’ve got to get it done quickly. “You’ve got to take the initiative most of the time. A match could finish in 30 seconds. You never really know what’s going to happen. “There’ll also be kata. It’s like a set for of movements that you get judged on. You perform it on the mat.” Omar has represented Australia twice before, at age 11 and 14. “I didn’t really push myself as much as I would now,” he said. “I’ve been training for about two hours every day.” There’s no prize money up for grabs and he’s had to fund-raise to pay for his trip. But it will likely be his last tilt at the junior competition. “During Year 12 I won’t be able to devote as much time to the sport,” he said. “I’ll have to ease up.”
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Council calls for rail car park Greater Dandenong Council will advocate for a multi-deck car park near Sandown Railway Station. At their Monday 24 July meeting, councillors also agreed to ask the State Government to consider signalising the Heatherton RoadLightwood Road-Douglas Street intersection as part of Level Crossing Removal Project works. “We’re passing onto the State Government what the people of Noble Park and, moreover, Greater Dandenong, want,” Cr Roz Blades said. The motion followed a review into the Level Crossing Removal Authority’s (LXRA) performance over the past 12 months in removing the Heatherton, Corrigan and Chandler road level crossings. The report provides commentary on the emerging benefits and implications and said that the LXRA had “demonstrated proactive improvement in its community consultation and engagement during the design and works implementation phases of the project”. It said there were ongoing discussions between the council, LXRA and other stakeholders including VicRoads, PTV and VicTrack about design outcomes. “We’re joining up Ian Street and Leonard Avenue,” Cr Blades said. “How long have we waited to bring Ian Street into Noble Park? “They’ve been cut off for years by this level crossing.” But Cr Tim Dark said the sky rail project was building “a permanent wall between two sides of Noble Park”. Cr Dark said the LXRA was blowing its budget and ducking for cover, “ripping off the residents of the City of Greater Dandenong”. He was concerned that native trees would be replaced with “lilly pilly” and a proposed playground would be no more than a couple of benches.
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An indoor playground is going for a steal in Mulgrave - it’s free. Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre’s managers are searching for a new community home for one of its much-loved children’s playgrounds. It features two slides, a tic-tac-toe panel, a foam climbing ramp, protective netting and a stationary car with an interactive steering wheel. Centre manager Belinda Donnelly and marketing manager Jodie-Lee Murphy hope a charity or community group will take it off their hands. “It’s in good working use so we’d just rather see somebody from our community get enjoyment out of it,” Ms Donnelly said. It was installed in the food court four years ago and was a hit among children aged four and under. “Commercial playground and play equipment itself is really very expensive, which is why a lot of groups or charities don’t have playgrounds,” Ms Murphy said. The playground was removed last year to make way for a custom-built kids’ play space. Email customerservice@waverleygardens. com.au.
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Zia, representing Sri Lanka, Jazz from North India and Sahar from Afghanistan.
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‘Sisters’ make exchange Japanese students and their Noble Park ‘sisters’ made a cultural exchange during a week-long visit. Noble Park Secondary College welcomed 10 students and three staff from Shinminato Senior High School from Sunday 30 July. They took part in school activities, travelled to Queenscliff and spent a day riding Puffing Billy. The Japanese visitors also heard from former Noble Park student Anne De Kretser, who now directs the Monash University Centre for Japanese Learning and Education. On Friday 4 August they performed in a multicultural concert alongside their new Noble Park classmates. Another former student, Mark Cubit, visited Japan on a Rotary scholarship and helped to establish the sister school relationship upon his return. That was more than 20 years ago. The school hopes to send students to Japan next year.
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Greater Dandenong students are proving that anything is possible. They’re taking to the Hisense Arena stage in this year’s Victorian State Schools Spectacular on Saturday 16 September. They’ll join 3000 young performers from more than 200 schools in Anything is Possible, which explores creativity, freedom of expression and self-empowerment, taking inspiration from the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory tune Pure Imagination. Carwatha College Year 10 student Allison Hughes scored a role as a dancer in the ensemble. This will be her third time in the spectacular. Keysborough resident Oliver Scholast will work behind the scenes in stage management as part of the production crew. It’s the Year 12 student’s first time in the spectacular. Students start rehearsals up to six months out from the event. Athol Road Primary School will return to the mass choir for the fourth time while the Chandler Park and Dandenong West primary schools will make their debut. All the schools involved in the mass choir rehearse individually and come together twice at Melbourne Town Hall in the lead up to the event to consolidate what they have learnt. They have songs to learn plus choreography. Lyndale Greens Primary School will return as part of the mass dance for the seventh time and Silverton Primary School is taking part for the fourth time. There are four rounds of rehearsals throughout the year in metro and regional hubs across Victoria. There’ll be two three-hour performances on Saturday 16 September at 1pm and 6.30pm. Visit www.ticketek.com.au or call 132 849 for tickets.
Drug pest says crime is just ‘fun’ By Cam Lucadou-Wells An Emerald ice user who pleaded guilty to a spate of drug and dishonesty charges, including a Dandenong South factory break-in, has been described by a judge as “becoming a pest”. On 2 April, Andrew Mackenzie, 31, had driven a borrowed Triton ute through a cut portion of cyclone fencing at the Mamara Halal Meats storage factory, according to a police brief. Mackenzie and three passengers then removed up to 30 metres of copper cabling from refrigerators inside an open shed.
They were arrested at the scene with a large number of tools, a bottle of liquid suspected to be the drug 1, 4 butanediol and two stolen laptops found inside the ute. In his police interview, Mackenzie denied all wrong-doing. He said he was “having a bit of fun with another guy and girl” at the site, and made reference to a used condom found in his pants by police. He told police he had an engineer scribe and spring-loaded centre punch in his pockets because he bought them from Bunnings that day. All up, Mackenzie faced more than 20 offences including possession of illicit drugs, theft of a
vehicle, theft of number plates, a petrol drive-off and driving while suspended between March and July. They were described as escalating in frequency, if not at the “high end” of seriousness by magistrate Jack Vandersteen at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 7 August. “He’s becoming a pest. “You can see how rapidly the pace picked up,” he said. Mackenzie had been in remand since he was arrested with more than 500 prescription pills in a car with stolen number plates and a stolen school laptop in Dandenong on 22 July.
Mr Vandersteen noted the accused’s diagnosed depression and his use of the “insidious” drug ice over four years. Mackenzie was jailed for 22 days - which was already served in remand - as well as a 12-month supervised community correction order including drug and mental health therapy. The accused would be “relatively detoxed” after spending his first stint in remand custody, Mr Vandersteen said. Mackenzie’s drivers’ licence was disqualified for nine months and he was required to give a DNA sample to police.
Haileybury drama captains Year 12 students Sarah and Daniel in character. Picture: PIA JOHNSON
Ringing in for Christmas Haileybury Keysborough students put a fresh spin on a classic yuletide tale for Christmas in July - in August. Their cheeky take on Dickens’ A Christmas Carol was developed by Belvoir St Theatre in Sydney. Haileybury visual and performing arts director Stewart Bell said the Year 10, 11 and 12 students had been growing their collection of bad Christmas jumpers during rehearsals. “There is a lot of comedy in this short, sharp production, but there are some great moments of pathos as well as Scrooge learns the error of his ways,” he said. The Aikman Hall at the Haileybury Keysborough campus hosted the show on 8, 9 and 10 August.
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Meet the School Principal
As Principal, I am very proud of the strong connectedness between staff and students which reinforces our focus upon getting to know each individual student. We offer VCE, VCAL and VET within our senior years (years 11 & 12) and offer personalized expert careers advice for all our students to seek their pathway of choice. Our VCE study scores have demonstrated steady growth and we celebrate our Year 12 success stories at whole school assemblies to reinforce how proud we are of our student endeavours. We are very excited that our $5million funding refurbishment is providing ‘State of the Art’ facilities for our wonderful students. Our new Senior Centre will be open in Term 4, 2017 and we are all awaiting this new facility. In 2018 we will open our new Intermediate (Years 9 & 10) Hub as well as a new Arts/Technology Centre. Our College is currently reviewing our curriculum/subject offerings as we move into our new innovative learning spaces. With the use of hands on technical equipment, students will have the opportunity to participate in creative and inquiry based subjects that will prepare them for their future.
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At the junior level our major focus is upon Literacy and Numeracy growth. We base our curriculum upon a personalised learning model, getting to know each individual’s strengths and weaknesses and then adapting delivery to their needs. It is important that students improve in their learning in a nurtured environment. Our College recently received a score of the 2nd most improved NAPLAN growth (in Secondary Schools) in Victoria and 19th in Australia.
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Noble Park Secondary College is a culturally rich and diverse school that celebrates 58 languages in a harmonious and family friendly environment.
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David Rothstadt At Noble Park Primary School, we pride ourselves on the fantastic relationships we develop here. It is a happy and friendly school where everyone is welcome. We are very proud of our diverse community, where over 40 languages are spoken in our playground. The school promotes life-long learning, which means that we learn together and we invite local community members to share their expertise to further the learning of all and build social capital. We offer a wide range of learning opportunities, within the Learning Houses, in the playground and with a variety of after-school activities. The teachers focus on a personalised, differentiated approach in the learning and teaching programs. We do not provide a one size fits all program, rather each child is provided with the appropriate learning opportunities, specifically designed to challenge, engage and build confidence. Our personalised approach embodies collaborative teaching, planning, learning at point of need, student choice and goal setting. Developing and maintaining positive relationships is the core of all our interactions. Students will leave NPPS as resilient, creative, literate, numerate, collaborative, socially just, technologically savvy and environmentally aware individuals, with the potential to become truly global citizens. Noble Park Primary School is a great school.
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James Cook Primary School is a learning environment steeped in positive values. We are a school where every child will share in the benefits of a high quality, engaging education in a safe and supportive environment. Our PFA is actively involved in our community events and fundraising and are an integral cog in the James Cook wheel. Our school motto, ‘Believe to Succeed,’ underpins all aspects of the curriculum at James Cook. Not only do we strive for excellence in the keys areas of English and Mathematics, our programs cater for the provision of developing well-rounded and highly competent students who have respect for themselves, others and the environment. We offer specialist programs in Physical Education, including Interschool Sport, Visual Arts, Science and Chinese – Mandarin. The Music program at James Cook includes an intensive Performing Arts program, which culminates in a whole school musical production each year. At James Cook Primary School we believe in personalised learning where the relationship between students, staff and parents provides essential support for the success of each child. Teachers plan and structure learning opportunities to meet students’ point of need and promote a love of learning. Call us to book a tour on 9700 2601. Tours run Tuesday and Friday morning.
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To all families who are considering enrolling their children at Keysborough College I say that I believe you are making an excellent choice! We aim to provide the very best for every student. From their first day, our students enjoy a supportive and secure learning environment. We provide a positive student learning experience for all students through the creation of a personalised learning environment, via shared effective learning and a culture of high expectation and high achievement across the College. We cater to individual students’ learning styles and the rate at which they learn to improve their results in the classroom. The wellbeing of each student is fostered through a teaching and learning culture founded on positive relationships that encourages and supports students to take responsibility for their own learning. We provide transition programs and pathways for students as they move through the College and beyond. This occurs through the development of authentic learning pathways that respond to the varying values, needs and interests of our students, and building a significant social and academic working relationship with the College’s associated Primary Schools. The benchmark in planning the future direction of our College is to ensure the best possible outcomes for all students, and to provide students, parents, staff and the wider community with the opportunity to be involved in creating our future. At Keysborough College we truly live our values in all aspects of school life: Respect, Excellence and Diversity. I look forward to you visiting our school.
We are a vibrant, multi-cultural, learning community holding a strong belief that each child is made in the image of God. This belief motivates us to provide many opportunities for our students. It allows them to develop their gifts and talents not only in the core areas of literacy and numeracy, but also in the Arts, Technology, Languages, Humanities, Science and Health and Physical Education. We want all of our students to have success and take ownership of their learning. St John’s achieves this by providing an encouraging and safe environment. Students can ask questions and are challenged to take risks. We provide our students with feedback and ask that they practise and demonstrate new knowledge and skills. These opportunities and challenges are offered in the secure and pastoral environment of our House System. It is here that our staff will work closely with your child over their six year journey at St John’s and come to know them well. Knowing your child, we can both challenge and support them in their journey to be the best they can be. I warmly invite you to visit our College, tour our wonderful facilities, meet our staff and students and see how St John’s Regional College can make a difference in the life of your child.
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With over 45 years’ experience in education in both State and Independent sectors, I am honoured to lead Mt Hira College. Mt. Hira College was established in the year 2000 and is a co-educational Foundation to Year Twelve Turkish Islamic College, located in Keysborough. The College prides itself in being an inclusive College; welcoming students from all nationalities, beliefs and backgrounds. It is a boutique College with a population of around 600 students and Staff. This gives us an edge over other colleges as our staff know our students very well; and what motivates, challenges, engages and inspires them. The College is very well equipped; in human resources terms we boast some of the best Science and Maths teachers and our physical resources include synthetic Basketball courts, Tennis courts and state of the art play areas for the junior scholars. The College is IT rich and the College has begun the building of a modern VCE and Science facility. It will also contain several group spaces for collaborative learning, lecture rooms and staff spaces; all reflecting the further development of our 21C pedagogies. Enrolments are strictly limited for 2018. Enquiries should be directed to our admissions officer at admin@mthira.vic.gov.au.
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A5 B2 E2 C2 AUCTION 2nd September @ 1:30pm 10% Deposit, Balance 30/60 Days ESR $750,000 - $825,000 VIEW Wed 5:30 - 6:00pm Sat 1:00 - 1:30pm Photo ID Required CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 Alex Khun 0438 443 846 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999
A4 B2 E2 C2 AUCTION 2nd September @ 12:30pm 10% Deposit, Balance 30/60 Days ESR $780,000 - $830,000 VIEW Wed 5:30 - 6:00pm Sat 12:00 - 12:30pm Photo ID Required CONTACT Tommy Nguyen 0431 644 889 Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999
SPRINGVALE SOUTH 527 Springvale road
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A FAMILY HOME WITH AN UNLIMITED POTENTIAL – GREAT LOCATION. • • • • • • • •
Westinghouse dishwasher / gas oven cooktop. Access to Springvale South and Keysborough schools. Dandenong bypass/ Eastlink. Cheltenham Road & Lower Dandenong Road. Bus stop is at your doorstep along Springvale Road. Less than a minute away to Springvale shopping centre. Built-in bar on a 1127m2 (approx.) block of land. separate warehouse/entertaining area (150sqm approx.)
$1,150,000 - $1,265,000 Contact Agent Photo ID Required CONTACT Tommy Nguyen 0431 644 889 Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999 ESR VIEW
NOBLE PARK 11 through road
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PRIVATE SALE
Biggin and Scott greater dandenong is proudly presented another great corner block of land for sale complete with planning permitS, Building permit and council stamp approved endorSed planS ready to build for 3 double storey townhouses. all ranging from 19 to 21 squares and comprising of 3-4 bedrooms and 2-3 bathrooms and 2 car garages. • Great access to Princes Highway and Noble park’s finest schools. • Close to Eastlink & Monash University. • Minutes away from the vibrant of NP
$830,000 - $880,000 Contact Agent photo id required CONTACT tommy nguyen 0431 644 889 Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 OFFICE 363 Springvale road, Springvale tel: 03 8581 0999
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This original one owner craftsman built residence is situated in an excellent location and is afforded with a stunning scenic northerly aspect from an elevated
position. Showcasing immense street appeal and occupying a sizeable 2550 square metre allotment, this well presented and maintained property represents quality and charm in landscaped garden surrounds. With its feature lead lighting entry door, an inspection of the residence will also reveal four spacious bedrooms plus study, main with en suite and walk-in wardrobe in a well-designed and functional floor plan. Appealing and notable features of the home include ducted heating, gas log fires, leadlight doors, feature cornice, ceiling roses and a spacious attic room. The formal lounge and open plan family/ meals arrangement are well proportioned and provide plenty of room for family living. The timber kitchen is afforded with a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, excellent cupboard space and exposed brick features. Made private by surrounding hedges, garden beds and outdoor entertaining areas, this property offers the perfect setting for all outdoor living requirements. With expansive green lawns and mature gardens, the sizeable 10 x 9 metre auto triple garage with attic storage is accessed via the extensive driveway and adjoins the 7 x7 metre shed complete with electric roller door. With schools and sporting facilities nearby, this court positioned property provides the size, space and excellent vehicle accommodation that buyers have been searching for.
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QUIRK REAL ESTATE, WARRAGUL, 5623 6062 GEOFF QUIRK, 0418 515 949 ADDRESS: 5 GLENDALOUGH CLOSE 3820 INSPECT: BY APPOINTMENT PRICE: $880,000
Keysborough 151 Chapel Road
Subdivisional Pot of Gold! Premium development opportunity brilliantly positioned in highly sought-after location. Close to the prestigious Haileybury College, within close proximity to the new Keysborough South Shopping Precinct, just a short distance from recreational facilities at Tatterson Park and a short drive away from the soft sands of Melbourne’s bay beaches. With such a shortage of remaining land allotments in Keysborough the appetite of buyers remains strong for a piece of this quality neighbourhood. This large 20,970m2 allotment (approx) is ripe for subdivision. Opportunity exists to secure the entire parcel or one of either of two Lots. Lot 1: A parcel of land 3,898m2(approx) which could suit higher density townhome development (STCA). Lot 2: A parcel of land 1.14ha (approx) which could suit a high number of allotments (STCA).
TENDER CLOSING: TUESDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER 2017 AT 5PM
CONTACT Chee-ky Dunlop 0422 910 881 Tim Stickley 0409 215 540
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Keysborough 8769 1888
48 theodore avenue, noble ParK
43 ann Street, dandenonG
AUCTION THIS SATURDAY
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS this vinyl clad 3 bedroom home has lots of potential. offers a spacious gas heated lounge with a/C, sep dining room adjacent to hostess kitchen with gas cooktop. hardwood floors under carpet. an extra large garage & workshop or storage at rear. an impressive 678m2 approx block of land with potential for unit development(StP) or re-build a home of your dreams. Close to shops, schools & transport. hurry to inspect.
PRIME DEVELOPMENT SITE AUCTION SATURDAY 19TH AUGUST AT 11AM TERMS 10% dep-bal 30/60 days PRICE $540,000-$594,000 INSPECT Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday from 10.30am CONTACT ben luu 0414 288 763 stockdaleleggo.com.au/dandenong
Fantastic 850m2 approx lot with wide frontage of 18m. Zoned residential Growth there is outstanding potential for townhouse or apartment development (Subject to permit). existing bv is let at $420 per week offering excellent return prior to obtaining a planning permit. Great location within easy walk to market & Cbd. (Site not subject to Infrastructure levy). rare opportunity here!
AUCTION SATURDAY 26TH AUGUST AT 12 NOON TERMS 10% dep - bal 60/90 days PRICE Contact agent INSPECT Saturday 3-3:30pm CONTACT neil butler 0411 637 088 stockdaleleggo.com.au/dandenong
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14/57 CloW Street, dandenonG Central
4 BEDROOM IN COURT LOCATION
SUPER LOCATION
Walk into this impressive home through an undercover entry. the interior offers a large lounge + dining adjoining family room & kitchen with gas cooktop, r/hood & lots of cupboard space. Master with ensuite & other 3 brs with bIr’s. Walk out of the family room to an under cover atrium, dbl carport, gazebo in beautiful garden settings. approx 678m2 land. Minutes walk to schools, shopping centre & transport. Ideal for the large family. this spacious house is sure to impress.
AUCTION SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER 11AM TERMS 10% dep - bal: 30/60 days PRICE $560,000 - $616,000 INSPECT thursday 5-5:30pm Saturday 2-2:30pm CONTACT ben luu 0414 288 763 stockdaleleggo.com.au/dandenong
Set in quiet position, this spacious 2 bed unit is leased at $280 per week until Feb 2018. representing an excellent return. offers spacious lounge with gas heating plus wood heater separate cupboard packed kitchen with gas cooking, private front and rear courtyard plus parking space. opposite Plaza shopping complex + few minutes to the market.
PRIVATE PRICE $250,000 - $270,000 INSPECT by appointment CONTACT neil butler 0411 637 088 stockdaleleggo.com.au/dandenong
6/34 ann Street, dandenonG
5/69 CloW Street, dandenonG
FEATURE PACKED APARTMENT
LARGE 3 BR APARTMENT IN PRIME LOCATION
Modern 2 bed apartment on the top level with street frontage plus the convenience of a super central position. offers open plan living with comfortable lounge, quality kitchen including Wo, gas hP & dishwasher, tiled meals area, double bedrooms with bIr’s, tiled bathroom & separate toilet. extras include intercom, secure car park & storage. let at $325 per week but possession is available.
PRIVATE PRICE $300,000-$330,000 INSPECT by appointment CONTACT Jerome Mulholland 0401 060 804 stockdaleleggo.com.au/dandenong
approx 100m2 living area plus private 33m2 courtyard are features of this large as new unit. Carpet to bedrooms & floating floors to living area. Quality kitchen with gas cooking & dishwasher. at rear of building in quiet & private position. building includes basement carpark, intercom & security entrance. Presently let but vacant possession available.
PRIVATE $400,000-$430,000 Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday 3-3.30pm CONTACT Jerome Mulholland 0401 060 804 PRICE INSPECT
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BERWICK This brilliant, wide-fronted property has future potential stamped all over it. It forms part of Casey’s proposed “residential growth zone” and is located within the area identified as suitable for high-density residential development. Forward thinking entrepreneurs/ developers will recognise this sites’ fantastic future. For now, the comfortable three-bedroom brick residence is a great place to call home or ideal investment proposition. The land area is 875 square metres.
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FIRST NATIONAL NEILSON PARTNERS, BERWICK, 9707 6000 TARA WALTERS, 0408 297 896 21 MANSFIELD STREET INSPECT: BY APPOINTMENT PRICE: EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING 25 AUGUST, 5PM
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for service to manage your investment The Director of Barry Plant Dandenong Rentals, Colin has worked within the Property Management industry for over forty years. Barry Plant Dandenong Rentals is a family owned and operated business. Colin’s son Steve is the Rental Department Manager, Colin’s wife Carolyn, daughter Natalie and daughter-in-law Amitha help take care of all your rental administration and accounts. Call today for a free rental appraisal.
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Walking into a display home can be daunting. There is a very small percentage of builders out there (and by small, I can only think of one!) that actually include everything in a home. And by everything, I mean inside the home and outside the home! If you are hunting for a price point because you need to meet a specific budget, it is important to know what is going to cost you big money. For example, a driveway can cost upwards of $4000 for a simple plain concrete driveway. A fence can be the most expensive per lineal meter item! Right now bank finance is “cheap” interest rates are low which means, based on historical standards, repayments are quite low. While changes have occurred they are good ones - forcing people to pay off the principal of their loan while also managing interest is a positive thing. So, keeping this in mind, it is much easier and more affordable to include the items which will be very expensive for you later. Be mindful, however, that builders who choose to sell you a shell will charge you significantly more to add in these items later. This is where they make most of their money. So, when you get seduced by a low ball base price for a 20+ square design,
keep in mind that the slab grade they have included in their advertised price is going to need to be upgraded on your site. If you thought you were getting stone bench tops, think again. And if you want them you will know you are paying for them. So, where can we avoid all this inclusion heartbreak? Let’s go back to the start - in the display. When you sit down with whichever builder after walking through their house, you need to ask a very important question - what is the ‘as displayed’ price? When they give you the price, ask them if a driveway, a fence, the façade and the slab are included in that base price. Ask the builder if they put noggins behind their toilet and towel rail holders. Ask them how many coats of paint are included internally. If you expect to pay peanuts for a house, chances are you’ll get one fit for a monkey. Ask the right questions at the start and you’ll get all the information you need to make a smart decision later.
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SALES & RENTALS
118 walker st Dandenong P: 9791 5922 f: 9792 2536
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8 Jeffrey street
OVER 660m2 OF PRIME REAL ESTATE!
Large block of over 660m2 with wide rear access for future development (STCA). Also suitable for First Home Buyers with no stamp duty (STC). Three bedroom home with large double garage/workshop in a great location! Walk to Dandenong Market, Plaza, Mosque, Schools, pool and more! Currently rented to a tenant who would love to stay on or Vacant Possession available. AFFORDABLE ENTRY TO DANDENONG NORTH!
19 ross street
LOW MAINTENANCE - SECURE - CENTRAL!
It ticks all the boxes! This delightful three bedroom home set on a cottage block is located only a short stroll to Dandenong Market, Plaza, Hospital and Tafe College. Security has been a big consideration with aluminium window shutters installed. There are three bedrooms, full ensuite, formal lounge and a bright kitchen/meals area which opens to a paved outdoor area. The garage has a remote control door. Features include neutral tonings, ducted heating and air conditioning. Excellent tenants returning $350.00 per week. RETIRE - INVEST!
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auction: saturday, 2nd september, 2017 @ 12:30pm (if not sold prior) oPen: wed 5:00pm to 5:30pm & sat 12:30pm to 1:00pm
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10/151 Princes HigHway
BRIGHT & SPACIOUS!
34 Hemmings street
READY, SET, DEVELOP!
Step inside and be charmed by this beautifully renovated ground floor apartment offering spacious and bright open plan living area off modern chic kitchen, extra large master bedroom and a big second bedroom, both with mirrored built in robes. Fully tiled bathroom offers free standing bath tub, shower and lots of storage space. Other features include polished floor boards, block out/ privacy blinds, downlights, pleasant tonings throughout and carpark on separate title. Bus stop right at your front door and walking distance to many amenities. Close to Eastlink and Monash. Potential rental of $270.00 to $280.00 per week. BE QUICK!
Located within ten minutes walk to the CBD, Market and station, this excellent development site has a current Planning Permit for the construction of 1 x three bedroom and 2 x two bedroom townhouses all with ensuites, generous living areas and garages. An excellent high demand location! The site currently accommodates a three bedroom home let to excellent Tenants at $300.00 per week. Call us today to obtain a copy of plans and further details. DON'T DELAY ON THIS ONE!
for sale: $245,000 to $269,000 oPen: thurs 5:00pm to 5:20pm & sat 11:20am to 11:40am
for sale: $540,000 to $590,000 oPen: thurs 4:20pm to 4:40pm & sat 10:30am to 11:00am
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There’s so much more in a Rawdon Hill Home. Flexible designs with a great list of inclusions!
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NEW HOMES & LAND
HIGHGROVE LAST OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE Highgrove, one of the most sought after residential communities in Clyde North, has nearly sold out. Since its launch in April 2014, Highgrove has quickly become the community of choice in the local area. Families have been drawn to the comfortable lifestyle on offer with opportunity to enjoy plenty of open space, parklands and convenience to nearby quality local amenities. When it is complete, more than 920 households will call Highgrove home. But buyers will need to move quickly to secure one of the limited number of lots remaining in Highgrove. The Haven Release-Stage 14C on sale now is the final opportunity for families to join this community. There are only 12 lots available in this final release. “Purchasers interested in joining Highgrove will have one more opportunity to snap up their perfect homesite,” said marketing manager Graham Nolan of Brown Property Group. “The Haven Release has only just become available this week, and we have already received huge interest. “The variety in lot sizes from 448 square metres to 757 square metres, will suit all lifestyles. And with two of Highgrove’s neighbourhood parks located a short stroll away, these 12 lots will not last long,” said Mr Nolan. “We don’t want buyers to miss their chance to buy their ideal block of land. “Demand for this final release will be high. Highgrove is an idyllic location which has something to offer for everyone. Everything you could need for shopping and schooling is close at hand.” With a strong emphasis on traditional family living, community and open space, leading developer Brown Property Group has again created another premier residential community, something it has been doing for more than 40 years. Call the Highgrove Land Sales and Information Centre on 1800 444 447.
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Greater Dandenong Mayor Jim Memeti presents Citizen of the Year Yvonne Smith with her award at this year’s Australia Day celebration.
Awards bring out their best Teunis ‘Tom’ Bruinsma at the snooker table.
Senior citizens on cue By Casey Neill Dandenong North’s seniors have been coming together to break social isolation for the past 40 years. The Dandenong North Senior Citizens Club held a lunch at the Dandenong Club on Wednesday 9 August to mark the milestone. It has about 70 members who come together in a Latham Crescent hall on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays for snooker, bingo, card games, scrabble and more. They swap books, hold a Christmas dinner, mark Melbourne Cup Day and “there’s always a birthday cake on the go”. Ron Wardell has been the group’s president for the past two years. “It’s a social group,” he said. Other members said it was good exercise, got people out of the house, and stopped social isolation.
Teunis ‘Tom’ Bruinsma is the oldest member at age 97. He joined through a Dutch club that amalgamated with the senior citizens as its numbers fell away. Mr Bruinsma came to Australia from the Netherlands, setting sail on 16 December 1949. “There was nothing left in Holland because Germany took everything,” he said. Seven weeks later he landed in Australia. He spent time living on a farm in Labertouche before moving to Dandenong. His wife of 75 years now needs full-time care and recently moved into a nursing home, leaving Mr Bruinsma home alone. He joined the Dutch group that blended into the seniors back in 1980, but it’s now more important to him than ever. “I come here every day,” he said. “What else do I have to do?”
Snooker sharks Colin Daniell, Cirl Meister, George Clayton, Teunis ‘Tom’ Bruinsma, Robert Bleakley and Frederick Busuttil. Billiards is his main pastime and he proudly pointed out signage for the Tom Bruinsma Snooker Room. Call Mr Wardell on 9795 5736 to get involved.
Nominations are now open for the Greater Dandenong Australia Day Awards. The awards recognise hard work and dedication from people who make a positive difference to the Greater Dandenong community. Greater Dandenong Mayor Jim Memeti said that behind any great community was an army of volunteers doing their bit to make a positive difference. “Often these people fly under the radar and receive little recognition,” he said. “This is our way of saying thankyou and celebrating the contribution they make.” There are seven award categories: Citizen of the Year; Young Leader of the Year for under-25s; Volunteer of the Year; Leadership Award; Multicultural Award; Sportsperson of the Year; and Corporate Citizen of the Year. A community panel will decide the winners, who’ll receive their awards during the Greater Dandenong Australia Day celebrations in Dandenong Park on 26 January next year. Nomination forms and more details are available at www.greaterdandenong.com. Nominations close on 20 October.
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School bench looking for buddies A bright yellow bench is bringing friendship to the fore at Mossgiel Park Primary School. The Endeavour Hills school unveiled a Buddy Bench in the senior playground on Monday 7 August. Grade 5 and 6 students initiated the project as a way to support students who were looking for a buddy for the day, and the Dandenong Lions Club donated it. “The partnership between the Lions Club and Mossgiel Park has been a wonderful bonus for
the school community over the past three years,” principal Jennifer Scott said. “The members of the club have been very generous in their support for individual students and for special projects such as the colourful Buddy Bench. “The hard-work and generosity of this community-based club is indeed a valuable investment in the young leaders of today and the future leaders of our community.”
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BUSINESS SOUTH-EAST
Best any way it’s sliced By Casey Neill
Apprentice is a real bright spark By Casey Neill
Jurgen’s Swiss Bread is passing “the squeeze test” and building a fan base. The Dandenong South business was among three nominees for this year’s Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards which were announced at a breakfast at Sandhurst Club on Wednesday 9 August. Buildsafe and Skillinvest also entered the running for the awards, to be presented in November. The Rato and Sousa families started Jurgen’s in a small bakery in Cheltenham in 1995. It now employs close to 100 people and its clients include Goodman Fielder, Nando’s, Etihad Stadium and the ALH Group. Business development manager Kon Bangtragoulas said Jurgen’s recently added an organic burger bun to its product offering and received the “best milk bun” title from Goodman Fielder following a sample of 50 bakeries. “A lot of factors contribute to good bread,” he said, providing climate as an example. “Our facility allows us to control that. “Our bread passes the squeeze test, it pops back.” Back in 2001, the Buildsafe team was calling 10 builders a day, staying up all night building equipment, and delivering it to sites the following day. Its founders wanted to bring professionalism to the scaffolding industry, and to increase both safety and productivity. The Keysborough-headquartered company also has a focus on mental health after losing a worker a few years ago. Builder Peter Horton was among the Buildsafe founders.
Skillinvest’s Paul Konig, Nelissa Sousa and Maria and Eduardo Rato from Jurgen’s, and Buildsafe’s Peter Horton. “We’ve designed most of our products if not all of them,” he said. “One of the key factors has been the ability of our staff to put it up safely.” He said builders from across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland came to the company for solutions. Skillinvest is a non-profit group training organisation (GTO) and registered training organising (RTO) and has its head office in Thomas Street, Dandenong. It also has a training facility on Cheltenham Road, Dandenong, and a hairdressing salon on Thomas Street. It employs more than 110 people, trains more than 1300 people across Victoria annually, and recruits more than 450 apprentices and trainees for businesses.
Skillinvest also provides ongoing pastoral care and support to the trainees. Operations manager Paul Konig said the company had rebranded from Link Employment and Trading. He said there’d been a downturn in the uptake of apprenticeships and traineeships over past five years of about 30 per cent. “We’ve had to look outside the box and diversify to keep going,” he said. Skillinvest works particularly with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) workers and mature-aged workers from the car industry. It’s also placing Aboriginal students in police stations to complete a certificate three in business administration, and delivering a young parents education program with the South East Local Learning and Employment Network (SELLEN).
Breakfast muesli’s growth plan is food for thought By Casey Neill Carolyn Creswell was nominated 16 times for the Telstra Businesswoman of the Year before taking it home in 2012. “No is not no forever. No is just no for now,” she said. The Carman’s founder was the guest speaker at the Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards breakfast at Sandhurst Club on Wednesday 9 August. The 43-year-old sits on the Human Rights Law Centre board, is an ambassador for the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre and The Australian Childhood Foundation, and is a St Kilda Gatehouse patron. She was a judge on Channel 10 television show Recipe to Riches and has four children aged 13 and under with husband Peter. Ms Creswell was a university student when a family she babysat for asked her to work one day a
Guest speaker Carolyn Creswell. week at their muesli business. Six months later the owners decided to sell. Ms Creswell and her co-worker Manya van Aken decided to chip in $1000 each to buy it. The owners hoped to sell for $10,000 but after three months of scaring off potential buyers by exaggerating the hard work involved, Ms Creswell and Ms van Aken got their wish. They took the first three letters of each of their
names and Carmen’s was born. Ms Creswell bought the business outright two years later, able to devote more time and take more risk than her partner. Desperate to get into supermarkets, she secured a six-month trial in 20 stores. “This was the break,” she said. She’d deliver the muesli in her Daewoo hatchback, leave samples in staff break rooms and set up displays. Ms Creswell bought her own products off the shelves to boost sales and used friends and family to promote the brand at trade shows. She sent samples to everyone in the phone book with the surname Carman and got her products onto airlines to build brand recognition. “Now someone in the world buys a Carman’s product every two seconds,” she said. The product range has expanded from muesli to nut bars, crackers and more and is sold in 32 countries. China is the next frontier.
Jason Edtmaier is determined to succeed in life and in business. The 20-year-old from Rowville is well on his way, named a Youth Enterprise Award nominee at the Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards breakfast at Sandhurst Club on Wednesday 9 August. Chisholm Institute’s Mike Barrett nominated the electrical apprentice, selecting him from 33,000 students across the TAFE and about 300 eligible electrical apprentices. “In the time I spent researching all of these guys I could see that Jason was a standout,” he said. “What impressed me was at such a young age, he’s got a plan. We don’t see that in a lot of our students these days.” Jason Edtmaier. 171518 Mike has been Jason’s instructor for more than a year. “I can see he’s committed to his school work,” he said. “He’s somewhat gifted and he uses that gift to work hard in his studies. He also uses his time to help his mates along. I think that’s particularly honourable these days when people try to climb over one another. He’s helped a few guys who otherwise might not have made it to get over the line.” Jason said he’d always wanted to do a trade. “It’s always been in the family,” he said. In high school at Hallam Senior College he completed a certificate two in building and construction. He sat down with a teacher at the end of Year 12 and went through the pros and cons of each trade. They decided electrical was the right path for him. He started at Chisholm last year and has an apprenticeship with L and O Technologies in Dandenong South. “I love showing up for work each day,” he said. “There’s always new things to learn and new challenges. “I’m really excited for what the trade has to offer.” Jason said he used to play a high level of footy but “gave the flick to knuckle down with my studies”. He’s finished a certificate in telecommunications at night school and over the next 12 months wants to get his certificate three out of the way and get his electrical licence. Jason wants to continue with L and O and take on more responsibility, and to eventually complete a building diploma and go out on his own. “It would also be good to take on others and really bring them along with me,” he said. “I get a lot of satisfaction out of helping others. “To me, knowledge is power. I enjoy learning new things and taking it back to work and teaching others.”
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Climbing the stairs to awareness By Casey Neill Three Keysborough firefighters are stepping up to fight depression, PTSD and suicide. Emmanuel Vella, Loretta Binder and Wayne Aumann will don 25 kilograms in firefighting gear and climb 28 floors at the Crown Metropol Hotel on Saturday 2 September. The Firefighter’s Charity Fund hopes its Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb will raise $500,000 for Lifeline and the Black Dog Institute. Ms Binder said she was taking part to help raise awareness, improve support services, fund research and remove stigmas associated with mental health issues such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide. “Many people at one time or another have had a loved one or have personally struggled at times in their lives with mental health issues,” she said. “I passionately believe that by having more conversations about mental health as well as funding available for that right support services can make a big difference. “I hope that through the efforts of the Keysborough Fire Brigade team we can raise awareness amongst our families, friends and the community, remove the stigma and encourage more people to reach out if they need help.” Her training over the past month has included regular trips to the 1000 steps in Upper Ferntree Gully, including sessions with a weight vest. “I often bump into other firies doing the same,” she said. Ms Binder has also been training at the station in full turnout gear and breathing apparatus, plus fitting in some Crossfit sessions to work on strength. Mr Vella has lost dear friends to undiagnosed PTSD. “It has been close to 20 years since I lost one of my friends, and only recently I have lost another,” he said. “Not a day goes by where I don’t think about them.”
Keysborough firefighters Emmanuel Vella, Loretta Binder and Wayne Aumann. His training includes a five-kilometre run or walk from the Richmond train station to his office in the Docklands, plus an 18-floor stair climb in his office building every hour. This year’s climb will be Mr Aumann’s third. Raising funds and awareness for mental health drives his participation. “This is also a great time to build friendships
and helps all maintain a better level of fitness,” he said. “My training currently is three to four sessions a week ranging from cardio, box kick and tone up sessions and, when time permits, the 1000 Steps in turnout gear. “I hope to arrange a couple of group training session for the Keysborough team in the coming weeks, so if you see us out and about running - or
walking quickly - in our turnout gear, please give us your support.” Mr Aumann, 48, hopes to better his personal best time of six minutes. The team has raised more than $1000 and hopes to reach $2000 by the stair climb. Readers can donate at www.firefighterclimb. org.au/station/cfa/keysborough.
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What’s on Candle making Learn how to make beautiful and fragrant candles. All materials are provided. n Heritage Hill Museum and Historical Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. Tuesday 22 August, 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Tickets are priced from $17. Call 8571 1666 or visit www.drumtheatre.com.au to book.
Talks on ... Spirituality Stancea Vichie will return as a guest speaker at the next Talks on ... Spirituality evening. She’s a member of the Missionary Sisters of Service and will speak about A Courageous Leader in the Modern World: Pope Francis and His Vision. n The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong. Wednesday 30 August, 5.30pm to 6.30pm. A $5 donation is suggested. Bookings are essential. Call Trish or Jo on 9791 8664.
Community food swap The Keysborough Res School Community Swap meets on the fourth Sunday of every month. Members swap plants, bulbs, cuttings, home-grown vegetables, herbs and more. No money changes hands. n The produce garden at Resurrection Primary School, 402 Corrigan Road, Keysborough. Follow the driveway between the flats and the church. Saturday 26 August, 10am to 11am.
St Kilda Film Festival tour Film buffs can view the best of this year’s St Kilda Film Festival’s short film entries. n Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Friday 25 August, 7.30pm. Entry is from $10.
Swan Lake Internationally-recognised artists will bring classic ballet Swan Lake to Dandenong. n Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Saturday 26 August, 7.30pm, and Sunday 27 August, 2pm. Show length is 140 minutes, with interval. Tickets are priced from $33.50. Visit www.drumtheatre.com.au or call 8571 1666.
Watching the ’hood Greater Dandenong Neighbourhood Watch has two big events coming up in September. A fund-raiser at the Noble Park RSL from 6.30pm on Saturday 16 September will fea-
Drum Theatre. ture a six-piece band. Senior Sergeant Ivan Petrunic will be the guest speaker at its next public forum. n Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18 Buckley Street, Noble Park. Wednesday 20 September, 7.30pm. Call Dawn on 0407 325 030 for more information.
Fun with coding This free hands-on coding program will teach kids aged seven to 11 how to use Scratch. n Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Saturdays, 10.30am to noon. Bookings are essential, in person or on 1300 630 920.
Indian Film Festival The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) will bring and Dr Rakhmabai and Dangal to Dandenong. Dr Rakhmabai’s fight against her unconsented child marriage, gender discrimination and right to practice medicine in India was isolating and ostracising in a highly conservative colonial India. She pushed back and paved the way for Indian women. Star of the film Tannishtha Chatterjee will meet fans from 7pm. Dangal is based on a true story but has been given the full Bollywood treatment. Aamir Khan stars as an ex-wrestler whose Olympic dreams were once crushed by a lack of money. Years later, having failed to produce a son, he commits to turning his daughters into champions. n Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Dr Rakhmabai on Tuesday 15 August, 7.30pm, and Dangal on Friday
This tribute to jazz and swing features Scott Irwin, Derek Metzger and Ian Stenlake. n Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Thursday 24 August, 10.30am. Tickets are priced from $16. Visit www.drumtheatre.com.au or call 8571 1666.
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Spoken word workshops Spoken word artist Abdul Hammoud will host two workshops as part of the [Sub]Urban Studio project. He’ll help participants to workshop ideas and share tips about performing. n The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong. Thursday 14 September, 10am to noon. A gold coin donation per session is suggested.
Incredible You Women’s Event Four inspirational speakers will focus on helping women to reflect, reconnect and be renewed and inspired. There will be market stalls, massages and more. This event is supporting Beyondblue. n Springers Leisure Centre 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough. Sunday 20 August, 1pm to 5pm. $24 per ticket. Bookings are essential. Email gerentedaniella@gmail.com.
Paper craft and relaxation This paper craft and relaxation workshop series will involve various paper products. n The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong. Tuesdays during August, 10.30am to 12.30pm. A $5 donation is suggested. Call Trish or Jo on 9791 8664.
Dance with Chunky Move Chunky Move is offering free dance workshops as part of the [Sub]urban Studio project. Young people of any experience level can take part. n The Castle, 61 Princes Highway, Dandenong. Monday until 25 September, 6pm to
Anyone enrolled in a Vocational Education and Training (VET) course can access a oneon-one mentoring support program. Greater Dandenong Libraries and Springvale Learning and Activities Centre are partnering for this program. n Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Wednesdays, 10am to 1pm. Call 1300 630 920 or see library staff. This exhibition features contemporary Indian textiles from small Indian design houses, generally handcrafted in their own studios. n Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, corner Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong. Until Saturday 26 August. Open 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 11am to 3pm Saturdays.
Vigil State Artist Monica Ianculescu works primarily with drawing and watercolour and her work is focused on concepts including cycles and stages of life, flux and the passage of time. n Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, corner Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong. Until Saturday 26 August. Open 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 11am to 3pm Saturdays.
Hobby circle Knit or sew while having a chat. Everyone is welcome and no experienced is required. n Springvale Neighbourhood House, 46-50 Queens Avenue, Springvale. Mondays, 9am to 11.30am. $2 per class. Call 9548 3972.
All Nations social cricket Join in social cricket Sunday training sessions. Learn how to play or help to teach others. All equipment is supplied and players of all skill levels are welcome. n Dandenong Park, Pultney Street, Dandenong. Sundays from April to September, noon to 2.30pm. Call Abdul Razzaq on 0430 783 526, Rob Koch on 0432 439 943, email rob. koch@monashhealth.org or search All Nations Cricket on Facebook. 29 DANDENONG JOURNAL Monday, 14 August, 2017
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Rays star rates his team mates By Nick Creely Winning premierships with his mates is what Dandenong Stingray and Haileybury College star Mitchell Riordan values the most. It’s not the individual accolades he is after either - he is team orientated and plays for the genuine love of the game. The 17-year-old is expected to become a crucial cog in the Stingrays’ finals assault over the next month as he eyes his second flag of the season. His first premiership of 2017 - an extraordinary undefeated season with private school powerhouse Haileybury - was monumental, and something that will inspire him desperately to taste that success again. “When it comes to school football it’s just a bit closer and in tight with all of your mates you go to school with,” he said when reflecting on the school season. “It was pleasing and one of the big moments of my life so far, and especially just to get the premiership undefeated with all my mates was really special.” With his fellow Stingray teammates Luke Davies-Uniacke, Oscar Clavarino and Aiden Bonar in the side, as well as many prospective AFL draftees, Haileybury completed a rare feat - going through the season undefeated in an almost unprecedented APS feat. Riordan still has to pinch himself to think he has been running alongside some of the most promising names in the country. “It’s pretty special to think you’re mates with some of these guys - it’s pretty cool,” he said. “Just to hang out with them and have a laugh at training and throughout the week is awesome and knowing half of them will be running around in the AFL next year is great.” And with a band of elite coaches, none more prominent than Essendon legend Matthew Lloyd, Haileybury produced one of the finest school
sides of memory. “All of the coaches at Haileybury and the Stingrays for that matter are all great, and if you ask for feedback they’ll just give it to you straight,” Riordan explained. “Lloydy (Matthew Lloyd) especially is just so helpful, I went to him for some goal kicking help and he was really open with me but all of the coaches are just down to earth and great blokes.” The former under-16 Vic Country representative midfielder, who will be eyeing off a place in next year’s Under-18 National Championships, has changed up his role slightly both with the ‘Rays and Haileybury as he evolves his game. “This year I’ve moved up forward in school more just to get that aspect of my game improving, and even in the Stingrays in the early parts of the year I was also moved forward a bit - I just want to build up all aspects of my game,” he said. “I just want to keep working harder in the midfield too, but I’m happy to play wherever and try my best for the team.” In his six TAC Cup games this season in what has been another step in his development, Riordan has shown he has what it takes, and was terrific recently in a win over Northern Knights. “With the TAC Cup footy it takes a while to get used to, but after a couple of games you get used to the pace and you start to gain some confidence to take the game on and especially last year getting a game really has helped me into the latter part of this year and next year too,” he said. As for his finals bounds ‘Rays, Riordan is confident the group has learnt from last year and won’t make the same mistakes. “At the start of the season we believed our depth would be the strong point going all the way through and especially last year we did well and finished on top but we quickly realized it’s not what happens during the season but what happens during the finals that matters the most,” he said.
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Dolphins dive in for the season By Nick Creely The Frankston Football Club will return to the Peter Jackson VFL in season 2018 after having its licence application granted by AFL Victoria. The club presented a strong case for a return to the competition to AFL Victoria Board and Executive representatives on 24 July, with a focus not only on re-establishing the Dolphins’ important role in the talent pathway in the south-east region, but also a long-term management and financial strategy for the club. Since late last year the new Frankston FC Board has worked at strengthening relationships with all key stakeholders in the region - including local clubs, leagues, Dandenong Southern Stingrays, council, government and AFL South East while significantly improving its governance and developing a sustainable business model. AFL Victoria CEO Steven Reaper said Frankston FC has an important role to play in the region, with time away from the competition enabling the club to prioritise and focus on its offfield structures. “AFL Victoria was always committed to continuing to work with key stakeholders in the region - including Frankston FC - to ensure there would be a state-league presence there into the future,” Reaper said. “The Frankston FC and all involved have shown their commitment to regain their licence in the VFL, establishing a strong strategic plan focused on governance, community engagement, sponsorship and membership that will assist the club and the region into the future.” The club was not granted a licence for the 2017 season after being in the hands of administrators in September 2016, with significant debts in excess of $1 million. “Frankston FC has worked closely with AFL Victoria and on local relationships that will see the club become a central part of the talent pathway in the region once again, with a strong commitment to playing a broader role in growing
The Dandenong Stingrays will be one of the great beneficiaries of the Dolphins' return to the VFL. 167431 the game in the Frankston and Peninsula area,” Reaper said. “The club now has over 1200 paid members and a timeline in place to remove its remaining debt over coming years, providing a more sustainable VFL presence moving forward and, like all VFL clubs, Frankston FC will need to continue to meet criteria for the continuation of a VFL licence into the future. “With Frankston FC returning to the competition, another 40 players will experience training and working towards playing senior VFL football in a standalone club environment. “By making this announcement now, the club can start to work on appointing a coach, building a playing list, locking away sponsors and taking the first steps in its new history.”
Frankston FC will join North Melbourne as the two new clubs in the competition for next season, while Werribee will continue as a standalone VFL side in 2018. “The VFL competition will continue to have a place for all alignment models, from AFL to VFL standalone clubs as well as aligned AFL/VFL clubs,” Reaper said. “This is what makes our competition unique with our clubs continuing to provide state-league football opportunities for players across Victoria.” The Stingrays - who have been involved in a long and fruitful partnership with Frankston - are set to be the main TAC Cup club to benefit from the reinstatement of the Dolphins’ VFL licence. Many players graduating from the Stingrays U18 program into Frankston have gone on to play
Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS AFL football with current stars Michael Hibberd (Melbourne), Nic Newman (Sydney) and Matthew Boyd (Western Bulldogs) all starting their careers at the Dolphins. Stingrays coach Craig Black is thrilled to have Frankston back in the VFL competition. “One thing it does do is give our TAC Cup kids an option. “A lot of our boys go to Casey and now there’s another opportunity for the kids who live down south,” he said. “It’s exciting for our area and for our young men to get an opportunity if they don’t great drafted to go back and ply their trade for a couple of years. “It’s just a good result for everyone.”
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Trainer’s success threat fulfilled Seona Thompson made a clean sweep of the Victoria leg of the National Championships after Aston Dee Bee and Bewlidering brilliantly quinellaed the state final at Sandown Park last Thursday night. Beginning well from box two, Aston Dee Bee railed powerfully beneath early leader and kennel mate Extreme Magic to lead out of the straight the first time. He held off the well supported favourite Black Mumbo down the back straight, then survived a late challenge from Bewlidering to score by 1.75 lengths in 29.172 - the second fastest time recorded in 2017. It was Aston Dee Bee’s third consecutive win and a welcome return to his brilliant best. “He’s been threatening to do this for a while,” said handler Jason Thompson. “He hadn’t been here for a while before last week. He got another good draw tonight and he made full use of the inside draw by pushing up beneath Extreme Magic, it was good to see him do everything right and still be strong at the end. “He didn’t ping the lids but he mustered hard and pushed through like a good dog. He probably hasn’t shown that tenacity for a long while but he has been threatening to do it. He went really well.” Aston Dee Bee will be joined in the National Sprint final by Bewildering, who reached the final as the AGRA wildcard by virtue of being the highest ranked greyhound to make its state final without winning it. The run by Bewildering was simply brilliant. A clear last after box rise, the Bill Collins Speed Star winner threaded a path through the field at the first turn to emerge in third place entering the back straight. With clear galloping room he unleashed his customary powerful finish to run second. His time in running second would have won any other race on the night by two lengths. “The winner has run home in 10.52 and I reckon he was probably six or seven off him and he’s been beaten a length and three quarters,” Thompson continued.
Aston Dee Bee and Bewildering charged into the National Sprint Championship grand final. “He’s hit the line hard but that’s what he does. Box 5 was a little bit tricky for him but he went really well.” The Thompsons have won just about every major race on the greyhound racing calendar but, remarkably, have never had a finalist in the Na-
tional Championships. Not only will they have two finalists in the Sprint final at Albion Park but they will also have a runner in the National Distance Championship final with Burn One Down also set to fly the Victorian flag.
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Bryan bags seven for the Burra By Nick Creely JOURNAL FOOTBALL REVIEW SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE DIVISION 2 - ROUND 18 Keysborough remain well and truly in the hunt for a top two spot after a comfortable and impressive 18-point victory over Hampton on Saturday, 13.13(91) to 16.13(109). Off the back of star big man Chris Bryan (seven goals), who completely dominated proceedings, the Burra kicked 10 goals in the second quarter to set up the win before slowing down in the final quarter, although they already sealed up the four points by half time. There were others who also played strong games for the Burras, with Jay Pitto impressive and Bryce Sutton continuing his consistent season. Meanwhile, Springvale Districts fell agonisingly short of a stunning upset over Caulfield, 10.16(76) to 11.9(75). DIVISION 3 - ROUND 17 Hallam celebrated its 50-year anniversary in grand style, knocking off fellow premiership aspirant Doveton Eagles by nine-points, 16.7(103) to 15.4(94). In a high quality contest - and potential grand final preview - it didn’t all go to plan for the Hawks, with the Eagles surging out to a 25-point quarter time lead. With former AFL-forward Russell Robertson (eight goals) in fine form, the Eagles then led narrowly at both half and three quarter times as they looked to spoil the Hawks’ party. But the top-of-the-ladder Hawks rose like quality sides do, booting 4.5 to 2.1 in the last to steal the four points and further cement their standing as the premiership favorites. Manny Peresso was stellar in a stirring victory for the Hawks, while Todd Byers and Robertson both played huge roles for the Eagles. In other matches, Lyndale 3.10(28) had no answers against Black Rock 16.13(109), Endeavour
Hallam’s Rob Mackay tries to break free of Doveton’s Dylan Chadwick during the Hawks big win over the Eagles on Saturday. 171615 Picture: ROB CAREW Hills 30.12(192) obliterated Moorabbin 3.7(25), South Yarra 37.31(253) cruised to a huge win over Sandown 5.3(33), Lyndhurst 5.11(41) battled hard against Ashwood 10.10(70) and Dandenong 8.7(55) fell to Carrum Patterson Lakes 28.12(180). With just one round left to play, Hallam, Ashwood, Endeavour Hills,, Doveton Eagles and Black Rock sit inside the top five. EASTERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE ROUND 16
With virtually everything on the line, an inspired Noble Park surged back inside the top four with a brilliant 37-point win over Balwyn away from home, 13.13(91) to 20.8(128). After a worrying trend of form over the last month, the Bulls found their mojo in the first quarter to hold a narrow six-point quarter time margin. Off the back of star midfielder Kyle Martin and skipper Sam Monaghan, the Bulls were strong at
the coal-face, providing James Gwilt (four goals) and Jordan Marson (four goals) with plenty of opportunities up forward. With the Bulls maintaining its edge over the second and third quarters, a simply stellar eight goal last term blew away the hosts and brought Noble back to life. Two rounds remain and the Bulls sit in fourth spot ahead of a yet another massive clash with North Ringwood on Saturday.
Loss can’t take the shine off a Thunderous celebration By Nick Creely NPL REVIEW - ROUND 26 Before even playing their Saturday afternoon game, the Dandenong Thunder officially became NPL2 champions of 2017. The men from George Andrews went into full party mode, with the confirmation they would return to the top tier of NPL football in 2018. In an interview with NPL2 News on Friday, only hours before the Thunder got the greatest news they could have hoped for, star striker Brandon Barnes described just what it’d mean to the club when, not if, it gets promoted. “Promotion was the club’s target at the start of the season and it has been my target to get Thunder promoted ever since I arrived in Australia,” he said. “So if we do get promoted it would be very satisfying, but also a huge relief after coming so close last year.“ And the Thunder’s promotion was confirmed
after Dandenong City’s disappointing 0-2 loss to Werribee City at home on Friday night. With only a win keeping them within touching distance of their crosstown rivals, the City couldn’t handle the heat, with Werribee scoring two goals within moments of each other to seal the deal and resign Dandenong to a season that could only be perceived as a lost opportunity. Although Dandenong did battle hard in the second half, the damage was already done and its title hopes diminsihed . Dandenong City will once again host a Friday night clash in Round 27, this time against the last placed Eastern Lions as they seek to finish off the season on a high. Although it’s been a week of celebration for Thunder, they weren’t quite on the boil in their clash against Sunshine George Cross, losing 0-1 on Saturday afternoon. In an essential dead rubber match, the Thunder - perhaps not quite as motivated as they would be had the game had any bearing on the season - didn’t find their trademark mojo as the
Georgie managed to kick a goal and give the fans a genuine scalp. The Thunder will most likely use the rest of the season to explore their squad and give fringe players a chance, but will want to keep up their winning ways. They are once again on the road next round when they travel to Bundoora to face off with Melbourne City on Saturday afternoon. Meanwhile, Springvale White Eagles lost 3-2 to Whittlesea Ranges in a high scoring Saturday afternoon affair. Both sides have had positive moments in 2017, as Saturday’s match was an attacking masterclass for both sides who would be looking for bigger and better things in 2018. The Eagles will host Murray United on Saturday afternoon at White Eagles Stadium, with a perfect chance for them to score a late season win.
They lost - but the Thunder still had a weekend to remember.171304 Picture: ROB CAREW
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Just in time for the southern spring, Mercedes-AMG will import its high-performance GT in open-top Roadster format. In a traditional manner it uses a soft top - a high quality, triple layer fabric roof. This stores neatly using a Z-fold arrangement behind the seats. The roof can be opened and closed in just 11 seconds at speeds of up to 50 km/h. Like the existing AMG GT Coupe, the GT Roadster has a powerful V8 front mid-engine. A torque tube connects the engine to an AMG seven-speed transaxle at the rear for a close to perfect weight distribution of 47:53 per cent. Revisions to the engine will be seen not only in the Roadster but also added to the Coupe. The AMG GT Coupe gains 10 kW (to 350 kW) of power and 30 Nm to (630 Nm). The AMG GT S Coupe received an extra 9 kW (to 384 W) and 20 Nm (to 670 Nm). In an interesting facelift adds the ‘Panamericana grille’ along with styling enhancements to the front apron and air intakes. It certainly looks different. The standard Mercedes-AMG GTs (if ‘standard’ is the right description…) will be joined in Australia by the redhot AMG GT R Coupe. The demonstration session of this 430kW/700Nm AMG monster set a new production car record of two minutes 16.5 seconds during the weekend of the 12-hour race at Mount Panorama in February 2017. Open-top enjoyment is made comfortable by a ‘draught stop’ wind deflector and heated seats. A 10-speaker Burmester surround sound system and Mercedes' COMAND Online multimedia system add to the package The AMG GT C Roadster not only delivers more output and torque (410kW and 680Nm), it also im-
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