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A 32-year-old man has been remanded in custody after the Bomb Squad was called to a property in Clyde during a late-night raid. Owen Butler fronted the Melbourne Magistrates Court on Wedneday 28 October after being charged by police with six offences including manufacturing a bomb. According to a Victoria Police spokesperson, an explosive device was allegedly found by officers who were executing a search warrant at a house on Kosciuszko Circuit, off Berwick-Cranbourne Road, at about 7pm on Tuesday 27 October. The Bomb Response Unit was called in to respond to the “suspected improvised explosive device”, which was later understood to have been detonated in a nearby secluded area at Casey Fields. Narre Warren SES members were called in to assist. SES crew leader Andrew Gill said volunteers were tasked with forming a makeshift sandbag bunker for the bomb. “After setting up around 30 sandbags it was then just a matter of waiting for the bomb squad to arrive with the blast chamber,” he explained. Police say they were carrying out the search warrant as part of an “ongoing investigation”. According to court documents obtained by Star News, just days prior to his arrest, Mr Butler allegedly broke into a land sales office at Kaduna Park in Officer South on 25 October. It’s alleged he stole a grey two and a half seater couch and cushions which belonged to development giant Parklea. Mr Butler has since been charged with six offences including manufacturing an unauthorised explosive device, burglary, theft and handling stolen goods. He fronted the Melbourne Magistrates Court via video link from Dandenong police station for a brief filing mention. Mr Butler was remanded in custody and is set to appear again on 3 February next year.

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Jailed for sex assaults By Mitchell Clarke A Cranbourne father who sexually assaulted two young boys on a number of occasions over five years has been jailed. Kevin Leonard, 59, was sentenced in the County Court on Thursday 22 October, after pleading guilty to five charges, including three counts of sexual penetration of a child under 16. The court heard the married father of three assaulted his victims on 12 different occasions between 2001 to 2005. Leonard, who was aged between 39 and 43 at the time, attacked his two victims in a range of public and private places, including in a bathroom at the Casey Leisure Centre and a public toilet block in Mirboo North. After each assault, which are too graphic to report, the man would tell his victim: “Don’t

tell anyone about this, remember it’s our secret” or “You’re a good boy ... you can’t tell anyone ... you’ll get into trouble”. On one occasion, Leonard said “just let me” as he attempted to touch one of his victims, who begged him to go away. His offending was eventually discovered when a suggestive note that he wrote to his victim was located by another person. His wife filed for divorce just two days after she was made aware about the allegations in 2008. But it wasn’t until almost a decade later that he was arrested at his Cranbourne home in November 2017, where he later denied all of the allegations put to him in a police interview. In victim impact statements provided to the court, one of the victims said: “My life will nev-

er be the same. What I have been through from a very young age has completely destroyed me as a person. I don’t feel like I can be by myself and let my guard down or trust anyone, or have relationship or different types of intimacy without feeling like it’s doing the right thing or feeling uncomfortable.” The other victim expressed he had felt suicidal and engaged in self harm. “It’ll never disappear. It’s a black part of my life. I’m always fighting a battle on the inside. I’m dealing with it everyday. Never does a day past where I don’t contemplate that it happened,” he said. In sentencing, Judge Claire Quin said Leonard’s offending clearly had a lifelong impact on his victims, which affected their development, relationships and mental health.

“The impact on both (victims) has been devastating. It clearly has affected their development as young men,” Judge Quin said. “Those who commit offences of this nature need to be aware they will be punished.” The court heard Leonard was born in England but moved to Australia as a young child, where he had a “deprived” childhood. Judge Quin said it was apparent he was “treated in a humiliating and degrading fashion as a young boy”. Prior to his sentence, Leonard was working as a driver in Dandenong South. He was jailed for a maximum of six years and three months but could be eligible for parole after serving four years and three months. Leonard faces the risk of being deported upon his release.

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Two airlifted to hospital after car, bus collide By Mitchell Clarke

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A woman and a child have been airlifted to hospital following a crash involving a car and a bus in Clyde. Emergency services, including three CFA vehicles from Clyde and Langwarrin, were called to Patterson’s Road just after 12.45pm on Tuesday 27 October. According to a CFA spokesperson, two people were trapped in the car and needed to be extricated by volunteers, who worked alongside Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) personnel to free the pair. Paramedics assessed three people at the

scene and as a result, two air ambulance helicopters were dispatched. A child was flown to the Royal Children’s Hospital in a stable condition with no obvious injuries. A woman in her 20s was flown to The Alfred hospital in what appeared to be a serious condition. It’s understood she suffered upper and lower body injuries in the crash. A second woman, also in her 20s, was taken to The Alfred by road ambulance in a stable condition with upper body injuries. The circumstances surrounding the collision are not yet known.

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Drunk hoon goes to jail By Mitchell Clarke A drunk and unlicensed hoon, who was on bail when he sped through a red light and collided head on with a car in Pakenham, could be released from jail in just under a year. Gak Thuc, 20, was sentenced in the County Court on 27 October, after pleading guilty to three charges of negligently causing serious injury. Thuc caught the attention of Cardinia Highway Patrol when he avoided a registration check near The Heritage Shopping Centre in Pakenham in the early hours of 7 March this year. Police attempted to intercept the unregistered Commodore being driven by the unlicensed teen, but he instead sped down McGregor Road, where he reached speeds of up to 88km/h. After numerous attempts to intercept the out-of-control car, police later recorded him travelling at 145km/h in a 60km/h zone. A witness said the car “flew past so fast that our car shook”. Thuc failed to stop at a red light and collided head on with a white Commodore, which was being driven by an elderly Pakenham woman, at the McGregor Road and Princes Highway intersection. The court heard the 71-year-old woman was unconscious and non-responsive at the scene and spent six days in hospital. She continues to experience both physical and mental pain as a result of the crash. Thuc’s front seat passenger, a 16-year-old boy was airlifted to The Alfred hospital with life threatening injuries.

One of his back seat passengers, a 17-yearold girl, spent eight days in hospital with lifethreatening abdominal, chest and facial injuries. His other two passengers, two 17-year-old girls, were taken to hospital with minor injuries. The court heard Thuc returned a blood alcohol level of 0.098, but a forensic physician believed his BAC at the time of collision could have been between 0.126 and 0.154. In sentencing, Judge Gregory Lyon said Thuc’s offending had “direct and serious adverse consequences” on several people. “It is actually difficult to imagine a more serious combination of factors contributing to your criminal negligence,” he said. “Every person who drives on the road has a duty to take ordinary precautions to avoid harming other road users. “It is so plainly obvious to any reasonable observer, that your driving ... fell so far short of meeting that duty of care that you can be considered criminally negligent.” The court heard Thuc, who was born in South Sudan and migrated to Australia when he was four-years-old, had a particularly difficult upbringing. But Judge Lyon said he wasn’t satisfied there was a direct link between the hardship and his offending. Thuc, who has a criminal history, was sentenced to a maximum of three years and one month in jail with a non-parole period of 19 months. With time already served, he could be released in just under a year. He was also disqualified from driving for three years.

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Emergency services were called to the intersection of McGregor Road and Princes Highway following the crash in March.

Funding boost for private primary By Mitchell Clarke A Cranbourne North Catholic primary school will receive more than $2.8 million in State Government funding. Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards announced on 23 October that St Therese’s Primary School was one of 50 school projects to receive a funding boost as part of the NonGovernment Schools Capital Fund. The $2.841 million will go towards building a new classroom, as well as the complete refurbishment of six existing classrooms. It’s anticipated the project will incorporate both child safety and environment measures, with the new classrooms to feature roof-mounted solar panels, rainwater harvesting and automated louvers. The school will be able to begin construction on their projects within the next six months.

St Therese Primary School principal Michelle Bruitzman with students Darcy and Meleesha. Ms Richards said the State Government would fast-track funding for upgrades to Catholic and Independent Schools across the region to give students and staff the “best facilities” sooner.

More than a third of Victorian students currently attend Catholic or Independent schools. Statewide, a total of 56 State Government funded projects will create close to 800 jobs during construction. It follows more than $1.18 billion set aside for new schools, upgrades and expansions of government schools announced in May. Ms Richards added the investment was “vital” to the Victoria’s economic recovery and would create jobs across the state. “This project will help St Therese’s Primary School and give local students and staff the best possible facilities,” she said. Education Minister James Merlino added: “Every child - no matter where they live or go to school - deserves the best facilities. That’s why we’re supporting government, Catholic and Independent schools with record investment to give our kids the best education.”

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Not even a Grand Final in isolation could dampen the spirits of the local Yellow and Black army. And that was certainly the case for Cranbourne woman Brenda Hilton, who has been following the mighty Tigers for more than 54 years. While the self-confessed ‘Tiger lady’ would usually be watching on from the MCG in any normal year, she said this year naturally felt very different. “It was very different but I still got dressed up, even though it was just me and hubby at home. I still had decorations and balloons and there was a lot of yelling and screaming,” she said.

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“I was very disappointed that I couldn’t be there but it is what it is. At the beginning of the year when the AFL was stuffing around I thought it was best to cancel the season but I’m glad they managed to get something, they did well.” Like all diehards, Ms Hilton has been soaking up the recent ‘Dimma-sty’ and said the Tiger’s good form over the past four seasons left her feeling confident. “I wasn’t worried at all. I felt like we were gonna win. I can’t pinpoint why but I just knew that we would come out in the third quarter. If we’re down and we’re going to take off, it was always going to be in the first few minutes of the third,” she said. “We did just that and once we did I knew

we had it. We were kicking a lot of goals and Geelong didn’t know what to do.” Ms Hilton said the day after the win was a blur, and not being able to head down to Punt Road to celebrate with fellow supporters was disappointing. More disappointing was the concept of the big game being played at night. “They can stick the night Grand Final where the sun don’t shine. The day was exceptionally long and it doesn’t give you enough time to celebrate after,” she said. She hopes next year the game will return to the day, and provided her boys make it three in a row, she’ll again don her famous Tiger suit. “I’m just rapt and I think we can do it. We’ve got the team and the depth for it,” she said.

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With a number of important cultural celebrations fast approaching, the City of Casey’s faith groups have welcomed the announcement that indoor religious gatherings can commence with 10 people. Like all aspects of life, the multicultural community was forced to rethink their usual prayer - with many adapting to the concept of online gatherings. From Wednesday 28 October, outdoor religious ceremonies can commence with up to 20 people - in addition to those required for the service, while indoor services can be held with up to 10. Sikh Interfaith Council of Victoria chairperson Jasbir Singh Suropada is also member of the Multifaith Advisory Group (MAG) which had consultation meetings with the Chief and Deputy Health officers and deputy Premier James Merlino during the pandemic. “Our concern, just like the concerns from Churches, Mosques, Hindu and Buddhist Temples is that more attention needs to be

given to the faith communities,” he said. “At the same time, we are aware that the government is concerned about the health crisis. There are various issues across all communities and in all fairness, they do care and for that, we thank them.” Mr Singh said places of worship provided an outlet for people to “get solace and peace of mind”. “During this pandemic, people are stressed. It’s causing mental health issues and people need to be in a sound state of mind as life returns. People are depressed from being home,” he said. He welcomed the announcement and said Sikh Gurduaras had all necessary processes in place. “We are doing our best, we know this virus can spread anywhere, it doesn’t matter whether you are a person of faith or not, it can spread,” Mr Singh explained. “But we have controlled environments high ceilings, big open spaces and strict controls in place.” The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-

day Saints president Graham Smith of the Gippsland Stake said a large percentage of members were still enthusiastically participate in church activities, but many were struggling with social distancing. Prior to Covid-19, the nine church congregations between Cranbourne and Bairnsdale held frequent services, including stake conferences, camps, classes and training sessions. Currently, members hold worship services in their own homes and do doorstep drop-offs of food and spiritually uplifting messages. Mr Smith said church leaders were very concerned about members’ welfare and were always searching for the best way to communicate meaningfully with them. “This has been a time of great change and expansion, but one thing remains constant - our faith in and relationship with God,” he said. “The future has altered forever, but we know that the human experience of God’s love for all His children has increased.” cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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On behalf of Berwick Opportunity Shop, dialysis patient Michelle Cleland handed a $1000 cheque to staff members from the hospital’s dialysis ward.

Michelle Cleland’s unique handmade cards cater for all occasions, including birthday, thank you, baby shower and friendship cards.

Patient’s cards of kindness By Jessica Anstice A kind-hearted Pakenham woman with special needs has contributed to Casey Hospital’s finances through creating and selling handmade cards. On behalf of Berwick Opportunity Shop, dialysis patient Michelle Cleland handed a $1000 cheque to staff members from the hospital’s dialysis ward. In total, the opportunity shop donated $7500 to Casey Hospital’s paediatric ward and palliative ward.

Berwick Hospital nurse Eileen McDonald said Ms Cleland’s donation is highly appreciated and will go towards much needed new equipment. A new room for dialysis patients has just opened, called Annex, so additional equipment is essential. The young lady spends her own money to make the cards with all proceeds from sales going to the opportunity shop. Ms Cleland’s unique handmade cards cater for all occasions, including birthday, thank

the cheque herself. The donation presented to the dialysis ward represents the amount Ms Cleland contributed to the opportunity shop through the sale of her cards. “The Berwick Opportunity Shop recognises Michelle as a beautiful young lady who has a heart of gold,” she added. “We truly appreciate her hard work and look forward to seeing her smiling face and of course, her beautiful cards when we are able to open again, hopefully in the near future.”

you, baby shower and friendship cards. “The Berwick opportunity shop is extremely grateful to Michelle for giving her valuable time and effort in making a variety of cards with some assistance from her mother, Marie and her carer, Sue,” Berwick Op Shop president Margaret Ruse said. “In doing so, she has helped to contribute to our donations, which go out at the end of the financial year.” As Ms Cleland regularly attends the dialysis ward at Casey Hospital, Ms Ruse said she thought it would be great if she would present

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Barry Bourke GSM Shane, who has worked for the business for many years, poses with the Holden sign after its removal.

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Lion’s exit a sign of times By Danielle Kutchel The iconic Holden lion has greeted Berwick motorists for over 30 years from its place at Barry Bourke Holden on Princes Highway. But as Holden’s time comes to an end, the silver and red livery is being removed with the main sign at the site taken down on Tuesday 27 October. In the days leading up to its removal, visitors had streamed to the dealership with their beloved lion-badged vehicles to get one last photo to remember the brand by. According to Rebecca Tantram, marketing manager at Barry Bourke Holden, at one point visitors were queuing for up to an hour to get that precious shot. Berwick resident Cam was one of the lucky

ones who was able to get in for some photos, even bringing his own cars down to star in the pictures. Over the years he’s owned about eight Holdens with two of them bought from Barry Bourke. He also gets all his servicing and parts from the Berwick dealership and praised their service and knowledge of the brand. Cam said while he was “a bit emotional” about Holden’s exit from the market, he was glad Barry Bourke had allowed fans like him the chance to come down for one last look. “It was good to see other people there, obviously there is a lot of passion for the brand,” he said. The focus for Barry Bourke now turns to

renovations as the site prepares for its new brand, which is yet to be announced. Holden servicing and parts will remain at the site for existing vehicles, and used car sales will continue, however no new Holdens will be sold. “There’s certainly an air of excitement with the new brand and opportunities,“ Ms Tantram said. “But some of our staff have been here for 20 years and there is some sadness that the brand they love is gone.“ For the die-hard fanatics eager to get their hands on what is likely to be a significant piece of memorabilia, there’s no good news: a decision on the fate of the sign hasn’t been made yet.

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Bridget O'Toole has tried to block out the painful memory the day her husband was tragically killed by two stab wounds to the upper chest. "I've got to be kinder to myself because you torture yourself thinking could've done more," says Mrs O'Toole. "Survivor guilt isn't good." It was 5pm on 12 July 2013 when a man wielding a 20-centimetre carving knife entered Bridget and Dermot O'Toole's jewellery store in Hastings. "I thought it was a customer coming in and I just got up to serve him," she said.

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further assaulted. The assailant then ran out of the shop. Mr O'Toole, 64, was fatally wounded and tragically died at the scene. Mrs O'Toole was taken to hospital where she had to undergo plastic surgery for the extensive serious stab and slash wounds and the glass shards that were embedded in her back. For her actions, Mrs O'Toole was awarded the 2018 Gold Clarke Medal during a presentation at the Melbourne Town Hall on Thursday 23 August. "It was a beautiful day," says Mrs O'Toole. "I was totally humbled and to be deemed worthy of such a prestigious award I couldn't believe it." The medal is an award of The Royal Humane Society of Australasia and is the Society's highest award for the most outstanding case of bravery. Mr O'Toole was posthumously awarded the Star of Courage in 2017 - Australia's highest bravery accolades which recognises "acts of conspicuous courage in circumstances of great peril". The robber, Gavin Perry, 27, was high after taking ice and on parole at the time of the murder. He was jailed for 27 years in 2014 for the crime. Mrs O'Toole remembers her husband of 41 years as a wonderful man who was a funny, kind and loyal man."I had the best husband and we had a great life together," she said. "Life has just been horrible since."

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Throw a check on barbie With Melbourne Cup and summer just around the corner, firefighters are calling for everyone to check their barbecue before firing it up. Acting CFA Chief Officer Garry Cook said if you are having a barbecue at home with your household on Cup day, it is important to do a few safety checks. “Before you throw on the snags and chops for the Melbourne Cup, we’re asking you to check the connections on your gas barbie,” he said. “Spending a few minutes to inspect the connection before you turn on the gas can keep you and your loved ones safe. And it means you won’t end up with a crew of firefighters crashing your barbecue.” Acting CFA CO Cook said it was a quick exercise to check your gas cylinder. “The check really is simple; just spray the hose and regulator connections with soapy water before firing up the barbecue,” he said. “Bubbles will form if gas is escaping. If you’ve got any doubts about the connections, turn off the gas and replace the connection or contact a licensed gasfitter.” FRV’s Fire Rescue Commissioner Ken Block said that people should leak-test the gas cylinder every time they connect it. “Many fires start while cooking, so you should never leave cooking unattended. It is also important that you take a few minutes to inspect the gas bottle and connection, and leak-test the connection to the gas cylinder every time you connect it,” Commissioner Block said. “Doing these simple checks can help keep you and your loved ones safe. “If your barbecue does catch fire, remember to call Triple Zero (000), and if it is safe to do so, turn off the gas at the meter or cylinder.”

The CFA is warning residents to check their barbie before the bounce to prevent fires. To make sure your barbecue is safe:

a fire occurs, don’t try to extinguish the · Ifflames if it is not safe to do so. Call Triple

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Zero and turn off the gas at the meter or cylinder, but only if you can do so safely. Check the LP gas cylinder on your barbecue before you turn it on. A cylinder must not be refilled if it hasn’t been tested for more than 10 years or if the cylinder has been damaged. Have your gas cylinder tested and ensure you use a licensed gasfitter.

can exchange LP gas cylinders at a repu- · Cook with barbecue utensils and wear an · You table supplier. apron to protect yourself from hot fat. the hose to make sure it has not de· Check · Remove excess fat from the barbecue after teriorated. each use to prevent fires. the connections to make sure they are · Check tight and that the O rings are in good condi- · Do not use barbecues in windy conditions as tion and have not cracked or split. the burners may blow out, risking a gas leak. your barbecue in a clear space. Never · Use Visit the CFA website at www.cfa.vic.gov.au use it indoors or in a confined area and ensure there is adequate clearance from walls, fences, and other property.

for advice on what you can and can’t do during Fire Danger Periods and Total fire Bans.

Being power prepared

LET’S BE POWER PREPARED FOR SUMMER AusNet Services is preparing for the summer season by completing an extensive maintenance and vegetation management program and conducting helicopter inspections to get a clear picture of how the landscape is looking. We appreciate your patience and understanding during COVID-19 restrictions while we complete this critical work. NETWORK MAINTENANCE

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Now is the time for us all to prepare for bushfire season. AusNet Services continues to undertake its extensive maintenance and vegetation management program to maintain a safe and reliable network. You might notice their helicopter inspections in your area as they fly over the network to get a clear picture of how the landscape is looking. You may also notice crews trimming the trees away from lines or carrying out important maintenance work as they step up preparations for summer. You may also receive notifications for planned outages. AusNet really appreciate your patience and understanding, especially during Covid-19 restrictions, while they complete this critical work. AusNet knows it is a difficult time to be without power and are very sorry for any inconvenience caused by these works. As part of their work to prepare the network for the bushfire season 130,000 power poles and pole assets have been inspected so far, along with 7,000 pieces of pole-top

equipment and 141km of powerlines replaced. They’ve invested $34 million on vegetation programs, which have removed 3,500 hazardous trees, and trimmed around 279,000 trees to improve safety ahead of the bushfire season. As bushfire season approaches, AusNet Services is encouraging customers to be power prepared. Are your bushfire plans up to date and do they factor in the possible loss of electricity? During a bushfire, customers may experience interruptions to their electricity and/ or gas supply, even if their property isn’t directly affected. For this reason, bushfire contingency plans should always factor in possible loss of gas and electricity. Customers who have a private electric line also need to ensure it is clear of vegetation to reduce bushfire risk. Customers with private electric lines should contact a registered electrician or certified tree clearer for advice to clear their property of any unwanted vegetation.

Let’s work together to reduce risk - now is the time to prepare During a bushfire you may experience interruptions to your electricity and/or gas supply, even if your property isn’t directly affected. For this reason your bushfire contingency plan should factor in possible loss of gas and electricity. If you have a private electric line, please ensure it is clear of vegetation to reduce bushfire risk. Please contact a registered electrician or certified tree clearer for advice to clear your property of any unwanted vegetation. For more information, visit our website www.ausnetservices.com.au/powerprepared Contact us General enquiries: 1300 360 795 Faults & emergencies (24 hours): 13 17 99

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Community Bank Pearcedale

At 20, we’ve done plenty In 2020, Community Bank Pearcedale turns 20.

Here’s who you’ve helped make good things happen in our community:

So far, we’ve invested $860,000 to help our community thrive. $860,000 invested in local community groups, schools and projects. Not bad for a 20 year-old.

AFL South East Baxter Primary School Beyond Disability Blairlogie Living & Learning Blind Bight Community Centre Coastal Villages Buses Cranbourne Football Club Cranbourne Lions Choir Cranbourne Shire Historical Society Devon Meadows Primary School Dogs Victoria Junction Village Mens Shed Kingsley Park Primary School Langwarrin Wildcats Basketball Club Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association Mornington Peninsula Football League Mt Erin College Pearcedale Basketball Club Pearcedale Baxter Junior Football Club Pearcedale CFA

But the real credit goes to our wonderful customers. When you bank with us, good things happen.

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Pearcedale Cricket Club Pearcedale Football Netball Club Pearcedale Girl Guides Pearcedale Horse Riders Club Pearcedale Netball Club Pearcedale Pony Club Pearcedale Primary School Pearcedale Public Hall Pearcedale Recreation Reserve Pearcedale Tennis Club Peninsula Toy Run Peninsula Woodturners Guild Rotary Club of Frankston Somerville Bowls Club Somerville Football Netball Club Somerville-Tyabb District Heritage Society South East Juniors Football Southern Villages Network WHOMP

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Big thank-you from bank By Darryl Sutcliffe; Branch Manager Of Community Bank Pearcedale Hi all, I’m Darryl Sutcliffe, branch manager of Community Bank Pearcedale. I would like to begin with a very special thank you to all our Community Bank Directors, Bendigo Bank as our major business partner, branch staff (both current and past), our customers, our local community groups, clubs and partners that entrust us within the community. You have all had a special part to play in making meaningful contributions to our branch and community success over the past 20 years. Community Bank Pearcedale was opened on 27 October 2000 as a result of the local community wanting to introduce banking services to our town for the first time. At this time the major financial institutions were exiting banking services in rural Victoria. At this time our value proposition of feeding into the prosperity of our town and community, not off it, stood us apart from our competitors then and continues to now. After being employed by Our Community Company Ltd for 18 months, initially as manager of Tooradin and Coastal Villages branch, I took on a relief manager role at Pearcedale in October 2010, which ultimately became permanent and ten years has since quickly passed. I have witnessed and have been part of progressive growth of the business and strong community engagement within our community over that time. With 38 years’ experience in retail and business banking, I have remained passionate and committed to supporting the development and financial well-being of our customers and our community. A bit about our team: Andrea Vincent (customer relationship manager), Stephanie Langenhoff, Carol Bancell (customer relationship officers), Diane Kennedy, Alexandra Pritchard (customer service officers) and myself are all dedicated career bankers, collectively having over 100 years’ banking experience. With that level of depth, we have effectively guided our customers well in achieving their financial goals, but the work is certainly not done yet. We pride ourselves in understanding our customers well, to be able to provide relevant support and value, which assists in helping them to achieve their dreams. It is with immense pride that I recall some

The bank is grateful for the trust and support of the community. very special times so far here at Pearcedale:

a sound understanding of many · Building customers and community groups in the Pearcedale and surrounding area

and building on the great work · Continuing that prior managers have done with Pearce-

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dale Primary School, with both the School Banking Program, one that is based on educating students to learn good savings habits, in addition to contributing to the many projects which have provided valuable resources and equipment for the school. Piggy visits to the school have also been regular feature which I have thoroughly enjoyed Serving within Pearcedale Football Netball Club and Pearcedale Baxter Junior Football Club over many years - Attending Club Committee meetings to both understand what is happening in the various clubs and looking at how we can provide relevant support to them and their members Planning and facilitating Community Bank Pearcedale’s Annual Community Investment

Program celebration evenings. Hosting of these events has been spread well around the clubs and groups we support, with different themes applicable each year. These events have traditionally been a forum to showcase the abundant diversity in activities happening within the groups we support Being a part of facilitating over $860,000 in community contributions into our community. We can only be successful with the support and advocacy we receive from our customers and community groups that trust us with supporting their banking needs. If you are a local resident who feels you are not valued as a customer or person by the bank you are with, or you represent a community group that doesn’t have a banking relationship with us, we would love to talk to you and would welcome your contact. I look forward to continuing on my journey as manager at Community Bank Pearcedale and look forward to even bigger and better outcomes for our customers and community

into the future.

Darryl Sutcliffe, branch manager of Community Bank Pearcedale.

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YEAR 12s 2020 Hold your heads high and be proud. Congratulations on your achievements.

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Narre Warren South P-12 College strives to develop young people so they can become fulfilled, positive members and leaders of our society. By recognising and celebrating diversity, high aspirations and positive relations, we create a harmonious school that has a positive sense of purpose and a commitment to each and every person.

GETTING THE BEST FROM AND FOR OUR STUDENTS

To the Class of 2020 Not only have you made it through one of the toughest years of your schooling, you have done so in the middle of a global pandemic, remote learning and significant change. You have done this without missing a beat, skipping a step or otherwise faltering. The level of admiration we have for your grit and determination throughout the year cannot adequately be expressed in words. Hold your heads high and be proud of yourselves - we are immensely proud of you all. Through your years at P-12, we have seen you grow and develop into the resilient, respectful, kind and compassionate young people we see today. We have a wealth of memories with you all, and hope you have the same when it comes to the time you have spent with all of us here at P-12. Each and every one of you gives us confidence that the future of the world will be in very good hands in the years to come. We hope that you leave us, to head out on many great adventures, and to live full, happy and healthy lives. When the borders open up, travel as often and as widely as you are able. There is a degree of learning that happens through school, tertiary education and work, but there is very little that compares to learning through experiencing the world and all it has to offer for yourself. Having said that, go with the confidence that you will always have a home at P-12, and people who will be here for you whenever you may need. Always remember, learning does not stop at the school gates. It is a life-long process that takes on many forms and presents many challenges. Likewise, success takes on many forms and presents many challenges, and the road we take is not always easy. The important thing is that you carve out your own path. Sometimes you will walk tall, other times you may stumble, but you will always persist and continue to learn each step of the way. Go forth with the confidence that everything you need to succeed in life rests within you. Class of 2020, you’ve got this! We will leave you with some words from the late Stephen Hawking: “Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see and wonder about what makes the universe exist. Be curious. And however difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at. It matters that you don’t just give up.” It is a big wide world out there - stay curious!

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Securing the entitlements of every child in a safe and orderly learning environment through: • Personalised wellbeing and a weekly pastoral care program • Access to VCE, VCAL, VET and other external educational programs • Supportive academic intervention and extension programs • A celebration of diversity and inclusion • A value of holistic pursuits in the Arts, Sport and STEM.

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Congratulations to

St. Peter’s College Cranbourne Campus, the Class of 2020.

“Our school Motto, “Be Not Afraid” has held you in good stead throughout the trials and tribulations of a challenging year. Each and every step along the journey you have held your head high and tackled each challenge as it arose. We are proud of your achievements and we all wish you well as you walk out St. Peter’s College gates for the final time”

“This year has been an enormous struggle for many students in terms of their studies and social skills. However, we have all bounced back from this, showing our resilience and pushing through rough times to get a good outcome, which is reaching the end of our school year. I am so proud of how hard everyone has continued to work despite the difficult circumstances and I will cherish the amazing memories I have made throughout my school years, especially at St Peter’s College.”

Chris Black Principal

Talia Parker St Peter’s College Captain - Cranbourne Campus

“To the Graduating Class of 2020, we’ve gone through a tough year, however you should know that from this we’ve only grown stronger, and can look forward to a brighter, more resilient future.” Brendon Quintal St Peter’s College Captain - Cranbourne Campus

Credits: Talia Parker & Brendon Quintal

DEVELOPING THE SKILLS TODAY TO THRIVE IN TOMORROW’S WORLD ACT NOW! 2022 Applications Now being accepted There are very limited vacancies now available for 2020 & 2021 enrolments. GUIDED VIRTUAL TOURS Are held on Fridays throughout the Term and your place to attend can be booked via our website www.stpeters.vic.edu.au

“Developing the skills today to thrive in tomorrow’s world” Delivering 21st Century Learning Skills. As a Catholic Community we aspire to lead in faith, guide with love and inspire through learning. Our desire is for students to run excitedly through St. Peter’s College gates to commence their Secondary schooling, and walk out at the end of Year 12 with confidence, a sense of purpose, and feeling positive about their lives.

CONTACT Did you know all of your enrolment requirements can be completed online? Contact our Registrar Mrs. Wendy Height through our website Enrolment Enquiries Form and she will guide your through the full enrolment process. www.stpeters.vic.edu.au

Cranbourne Campus 1005 Cranbourne Frankston Rd, Cranbourne VIC 3977

Clyde North Campus 55 MacKillop Way, Clyde North VIC 3978

Visit our website www.stpeters.vic.edu.au or Contact College Registrar Ms Wendy Height Ph 5990 7777 12466937-JW44-20

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Congratulations to

St. Peter’s College Clyde North Campus, the Class of 2020.

Congratulations to St Peter’s College – Clyde North Campus, the Class of 2020. Our school Motto, “Be Not Afraid” has held you in good stead throughout the trials and tribulations of a challenging year. Each and every step along the journey you have held your head high and tackled each challenge as it arose. We are proud of your achievements and we all wish you well as you walk out St. Peter’s College gates for the final time. Chris Black Principal

This year has been a year unlike any other and we have all raised to the challenge. The 2020 cohort of Year 12’s will be known as the ‘COVID-19 Year’ and we shouldn’t be ashamed of it. We should embrace it and remember that we are unlike any other group that has come before us and will come after. Being a Student Leader in this time has been an amazing experience and even though we wish we could have done more, we truly believe we have done all we could to make our presence known in the school and tried our best to make St. Peter’s College a better place for all students.

Credits : Jaden Ward & Sophia Lingaya

Jaden Ward & Sophia Lingaya St. Peter’s College Captain - Clyde North Campus

DEVELOPING THE SKILLS TODAY TO THRIVE IN TOMORROW’S WORLD ACT NOW! 2022 Applications Now being accepted There are very limited vacancies now available for 2021 enrolments. GUIDED VIRTUAL TOURS Are held on Fridays throughout the Term and your place to attend can be booked via our website www.stpeters.vic.edu.au

Cranbourne Campus 1005 Cranbourne Frankston Rd, Cranbourne VIC 3977

Clyde North Campus 55 MacKillop Way, Clyde North VIC 3978

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NAIDOC Week fun for all By Jessica Anstice The team at Casey Cardinia Libraries (CCL) will be celebrating National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) Week with this year’s theme ‘Always Was, Always Will Be’. Throughout November, CCL will be hosting a range of events, from podcasts to story times, talks and more to recognise that First Nations people have occupied and cared for Australia for more than 65,000 years. “Casey Cardinia Libraries have actively participated in NAIDOC week celebrations for a number of years,” CCL CEO Chris Buckingham said. “It is a great way for people across the region to acknowledge celebrate the rich contribution aboriginal people make to our community. “We still have so much more to learn and NAIDOC week is a great opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the world’s oldest living culture.” To kick the week off, CCL will host a Poetry and Prose in Conversation event from 10.30am to 12pm on Monday 9 November. Residents will be invited to join Aunty Rita Fisher and Aunty Anni Cockburn for a literary

Throughout November, CCL will be hosting a range of events, from podcasts to story times, talks and more to recognise that First Nations people have occupied and cared for Australia for more than 65,000 years. treat of poetry and prose as they come together in conversation, followed by a lively Q and A session.

Later that day, an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Science and Innovation session will be held via Zoom, from 4.30pm to 5.30pm.

Mental help

Seeing how a vision helps Those of you that read these articles will know that I love quotes and I’d like to start with two relevant to the subject of Vision: “If you don’t know where you are going, any road will get you there” – Lewis Carroll “Vision without action is a daydream, action without vision is a nightmare” – Japanese proverb Practically every major achievement in human history would have started with a vision, an individual’s view of what is possible in spite of evidence to the contrary at the time. John F. Kennedy’s famous statement in 1961 that “this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before the decade is out, of landing a man on the Moon and returning him safely to the earth“ was the impetus for NASA to seriously focus on this goal and achieve it in 1969. Back in the early days of computers, there was a choice between buying a computer that worked well, but looked terrible or one that looked good but ran like a dog. Steve Jobs’ vision was to build great computers that were beautifully engineered, i.e. not only worked well but were also aesthetically pleasing and this relentless pursuit of his vision led Apple to be the company that it is today, recognized for both. This past weekend, those of us who are AFL fans watched Richmond take out their third premiership title in four years. If you have been a fan of the game for ten years

By Jessica Anstice

TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS IAN ASH or more, you will know that back then Richmond was known as ‘also-ran’ team, not having won a premiership since 1980. On March 2, 2010, CEO Brendan Gale outlined a Vision for the Club which would have seemed like a fairytale at the time (see https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/570878/flashbackto-winning-together-launch): 3-0-75 3 finals appearances (including 1 top 4 finish) zero debt 75,000 members Of course, not only did they make “3 finals appearances”, they took out three premierships which has qualified them as one of the best teams of the modern era. The club now has 100,000 members and according to their 2019 financial results (publicly available on their website), Richmond is debt free with cash reserves of $24.4 million. This same focus on ‘what could be’ is essential for successful businesses. A clearly articulated Vision leads to clarity of purpose and helps establish the steps necessary to

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Reflecting on the Tigers’ success. 202684 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS achieve the required results. My very first article for the Star Newspaper Group was written back in July 2019 and was entitled “Why Bother with Business Goals?” and highlighted three key areas that enable goals to be achieved: clarity, focus and alignment. It is a well-defined Vision that enables all three of these areas to be properly implemented within a business so that the Vision can become a reality. The great thing about having a defined Vision is that it gets everyone aligned around what needs to be achieved and in order to do this it needs two key ingredients: 1. Simplicity – so that everyone is really clear about what it is that is being strived for and 2. Compelling statement – so that everyone believes that what they are doing in pursuit of the Vision is valuable and worthwhile

Spooky thrills chilled Thanks to Covid, there’s plenty of masks but not so many trick-or-treats in store for this year’s Halloween. Dandenong Market decked out in spinechilling decorations isn’t expecting its traditional 35,000-strong clusters of kids at this year’s event. In 2019, the market was a Halloween hit that attracted mini vampires, witches and zombies from “far and wide”, general manager Jennifer Hibbs said.

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“In many ways, 2020 would have made for the perfect Halloween: the celebration falls on a Saturday, and it’s a full moon.” This year, the market has compiled healthy Halloween-themed recipe ideas such as fruit platters and spider pizzas. There’s also selfie snaps available with the Wicked Witch of the East and with Death until Sunday 1 November. Details: dandenongmarket.com.au

Heady Halloween times at Dandenong Market

CCL will welcome proud Gamilaraay woman Brownwyn Cochrane for a live interactive webinar focusing on three amazing Australian Indigenous innovations - fire stick farming, fish traps and weirs (aquaculture), and weaving, rope and nets. From 11am on Tuesday 10 November, members can join Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria’s Aboriginal learning facilitators for a virtual tour through Cranbourne Botanic Gardens to explore and learn about common bush food plants that can be grown in backyards. Thursday 12 November will see astronomer Karlie Noon share her passion for all things outer space, as well as giving some insight into how First Nations people interacted with the stars. To finish off the week, a story time session via Zoom will be had with Aunty Fay Muir. Families will be invited to listen as Boonwurrung and Wamba Wamba Elder Aunty Fay shares stories around the theme of family and the important place that family holds in First Nations culture. For more information, head to: https:// www.cclc.vic.gov.au/naidoc-week-2020/

The Dandenong Market’s spooky selfie spot.

Casey Cardinia Libraries (CCL) is hosting a special online event to support mental health and well-being in the community. Join CCL for a free online event where they speak to Mitch Wallis, who has battled multiple mental health demons since childhood. Mr Wallis was diagnosed with OCD at the age of nine and by 26 mental health ran deep. In 2017 he chose to live and started the recovery process. He launched the Heart on My Sleeve movement to encourage Generation Ys to support one another and tell their own stories of mental health challenges. Heart on My Sleeve is now one of the fastest growing mental health organisations in the country. The determined man now devotes himself full time to helping solve the single biggest issue facing his generation- mental health. CCL CEO Chris Buckingham said public libraries have always played a role supporting mental health and well-being. “We are delighted to be hosting Mitch Wallis for this special event,” Mr Buckingham said. “Everyone is welcome.” This online event is for anyone who has experienced mental health challenges, knows someone who is suffering with mental health challenges or simply understand more about mental health. Mr Wallis said he is “excited” to be partnering with CCL to provide tools and resources to help people cope and thrive in this environment, by building resilience and fostering connection. “The talk will deliver practical advice on defining what success looks like for emotional wellbeing, tactical resilience techniques, tools and strategies for coping, how to remove the confusion associated with supporting others when they say they’re struggling, as well as key mindsets to maintain mental wellness during times of ambiguity,” he said. Mr Wallis will tell his story and give practical tips on how you can support a loved one, or yourself, through mental health challenges. The event is free and no booking are required. It will be presented via a livestream on the Casey Cardinia Libraries Facebook page on Wednesday 28 October at 7.30pm.

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Ethan Litkowski and mum Kirsty Litkowski are back in business at Secret Headquarters. 219680

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Four-year-old Max Wells from Berwick can finally get into his favourite shop - Secret Headquarters - and get a bobble head. He was with his Mother and she said “It’s his favourite shop. 219680

Open for business again By Danielle Kutchel and Mitchell Clarke Retailers, restaurateurs and cafe owners from across Casey have thrown open their doors once more as restrictions ease and shoppers take their first few steps out of lockdown. From Wednesday 28 October, long-starved hospitality venues can welcome 20 customers indoors and up to 50 people outdoors, provided density limits are met. The State Government last week announced planning exemptions would be put in place to allow venues to capitalise on open spaces including streets, footpaths and carparks to increase outdoor venue capacity. But that option is unsustainable for many, according to Liberal Gembrook MP Brad Battin, who said it was “just the beginning” of a long recovery for small businesses. “While hospitality welcomes the ability to have sit down dining once again, many small cafes and restaurants in Casey and Cardinia will struggle to find space to host outdoor dining. “Unlike the city, we are unable to close High Street Berwick or the Princes Highway in Beaconsfield to allow outdoor dining spaces, leaving suburban eateries with minimal sit-down dining options. “This is just the beginning of the long recovery our small businesses in Casey and Cardinia and we must ensure restrictions continue to ease for Victorian industries as soon as health advice allows to ensure more jobs and businesses are not lost.” Peter, owner of Berwick’s Cafe Revival said his cafe would be able to host 10 diners inside and 20 outside. The bar will be open on Friday and Saturday afternoons and evenings to accommodate customers. “We have to do whatever we have to do,” he said. “We’ve been operating out of our coffee window and we’re still able to do takeaway ... we’ve operated the whole way through. “It probably won’t make much of a difference to me, only 10 people in, but we’ll have to see how the bar goes.” Comic book retailer Secret Headquarters in Beaconsfield has been a hive of activity as owner Kirsty got the shop ready for its first walk-in customers in months. “I’m very excited, I can’t wait to see customers again and get it all happening!” she said. “I’m a bit overwhelmed, it’s been close to 12 weeks and we’ve gotten into a rhythm with our online store. Trying to blend the two has me a bit overwhelmed, but it should be good.” 18 STAR NEWS

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A bit of extra time before reopening would have been welcome, she added, to mentally prepare herself for the rush - but she’s glad to be reopening and is planning on celebrating with special deals on back issues and free Halloween comics with purchases to say thankyou to the customers who supported her over the uncertainty of lockdown. “It’s one step back to semi-normal,” she said. Lash Envy in Berwick opened just this year and has had a tough time: they opened three weeks prior to the March lockdown before having to shut down, then reopened for five weeks before Melbourne went into stage four. “It’s not what you expect when you open a business!” said manager Olivia. Their waiting list is huge; the business is booked out this week and almost booked up for the next fortnight. The changing reopening dates made it tricky to book appointments in advance, so Olivia and her team tried to get their preparation done last week just in case the reopening was brought forward. Intensive cleaning and hygiene practises including temperature testing will ensure customers are safe during their procedures. Berwick and Beaconsfield Chamber of Commerce president Tammy Lobato said many small businesses would be feeling very relieved. She said the Chamber welcomed the Premier’s announcement to enable businesses to reopen again. “While we are excited to be able to again do what we love - providing service to our customers - we acknowledge that for many, more hard work and challenges lay ahead just to stay afloat and for others it means literally not being able to reopen due to the hardship experienced during the last six months,” Ms Lobato said. “The Chamber, along with the Victorian Chamber of Commerce continues to provide support, information and advocacy to our businesses at this very difficult time in business recovery.” As shoppers return to the major retail centres, centre owners are rolling out safety procedures to keep customers Covid-safe. Grant Kelley, CEO of Vicinity Centres, which owns Cranbourne Park Shopping Centre, said: “Safety remains our top priority and we’ve been working hard, alongside our retailers, to get our Melbourne centres ready for the reopening of retail with thorough Covid Safe Plans in place utilising new technologies.”

Many happy returns! You can now go back inside for a coffee at Cafe Revival. Maddy Bailey is served by manager Naomi Frew. This includes a digital queuing system to help manage capacity and reduce congestion. Customers can visit the centre website and pre-book their shopping time, or use a QR code in-centre to join a virtual queue rather than lining up in person. Vicinity centre websites will soon have real-time and forecasted visitation numbers displayed in another effort to help customers plan their shop. At both Cranbourne Park and Casey Central Shopping Centres, a special team of staff will remind customers to socially distance, wear masks and use hand sanitiser. Casey Central’s centre manager, Louise Hurley said the facility was “delighted” to welcome the community back in. “Our centre is home to many small and local businesses who have been doing it tough over the past months. “We have worked with retailers to ensure that they are executing their Covid management plans, our cleaning and sanitisation remains top priority and over the coming weeks we will have a team Covid Marshalls throughout the mall to assist Casey Central customers to shop within government restrictions, including wearing of fitted masks and practicing social distancing.” Stores at Fountain Gate have also reopened in line with government restrictions.

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Midnight run to Kmart By Mitchell Clarke Retail-deprived shoppers flocked to Kmart at Fountain Gate in the middle of the night, as the retail giant reopened its doors for the first time in over 80 days. Keen Kmart fanatics were finally able to ditch online orders and click and collects, to instead freely suss the shelves in-store from 12.01am on Wednesday morning, 28 October. Kmart Australia retail director John Gualtieri said the retailer had people lining up hours before some stores were set to open. “The excitement and energy ahead of opening has been electric and we wish to thank our customers for their patience during this time and our team working tirelessly to keep up with demand,” he said. “We understand it is a unique moment for many, and we are committed to delivering a safe and seamless shopping experience to all the community.” It’s been a long few months for all Melburnians and with Christmas on the horizon, south east shoppers wasted no time. Shopper Laura, from Berwick, was one of the first customers in-store. She said she just

couldn’t wait to get back. “Kmart is the best, I’ve really missed it during lockdown, so I had to come down for the reopening,“ she laughed. “I mean, how can you not love it? It’s got everything you could ever need.” Another shopper, Kerry, travelled all the way from Wantirna South to go to Kmart. “The Burwood Kmart looked too busy, so I thought I’d come to the next closest one,“ she said. Asked why she didn’t wait until Wednesday morning for her local Knox store to open, she said she’d waited long enough. “It’s been a very long time and I’m sick of doing click and collects,“ she laughed. Kmart have put in place a number of Covid safe plans to ensure their stores are as safe as possible for customers. Measures include store visitor number limits, the introduction of a Covid marshal patrolling stores, extended trading hours and an optional online booking system so customers can immediately jump queues. But according to Kmart’s online booking service, the Fountain Gate store was fully booked for opening day.

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World class childcare Melbourne’s south-east is the new epicentre of world-class childcare thanks to forward-thinking One Early Education CEO, Richard Rice. Transforming traditional childcare models, One Early Education combines state-of-theart facilities with play-based learning and an exclusive brain development program, specifically designed to provide the optimum environment for a child during their critical early years. “One of the main reasons families choose One is because of our uniquely awesome team of educators, dedicated to the children’s education and development,” said Richard Rice. “One Early Education’s industry-leading culture for holistic education allows us to cherrypick only the very best educators for our centres.” The purpose-built, state-of-the art centres in Officer, Clyde North and Cranbourne East each have an abundance of natural light and wonderful play spaces which allow opportunities for both structured and unstructured play, critical to a child’s optimal development. Innovative Covid-safe protocols ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children at every centre. Feedback from families has been extremely positive, with many expressing gratitude for how safe and reassured they felt thanks to One’s proactive response to the pandemic. A nutritionist and on-site cook provide a seasonal menu for the children which is not only optimal for their bodies’ development,

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Cathy Freeman opened the 2000 Sydney Olympics before providing one of Australia’s greatest sporting highlights by winning the 400 metres.

Nation’s defining moments The National Museum of Australia, in partnership with Gandel Philanthropy, has launched a pioneering digital initiative which will take Australian history into classrooms around the country. Australia’s Defining Moments Digital Classroom (ADMDC) is an innovative teaching and learning website which offers rich resources for teachers and students of Australian History, Geography, and Civics and Citizenship. In a year which has highlighted the value of online learning for students forced to study from home due to Covid-19, this unparalleled initiative is a resource for its time as it brings Australian history alive in the digital age and elevates the exploration of our national story in the classroom. Students, primary and secondary, can ex-

plore Australian history via interactive online games and quizzes, animations, videos and virtual tours, plus teaching and learning activities, delivered to schools via a range of digital devices. The freely available ADMDC draws on the National Museum’s highly respected Defining Moments in Australian History project, and was made possible by the generous $1.5 million donation by John Gandel AC and Pauline Gandel AC in 2018 to support the unprecedented education initiative. Dr Mathew Trinca, National Museum Director, said the ADMDC was the classroom of the future. “It will empower teachers with information at their fingertips and inspire young people to embrace history and engage with the nation’s

story in new and innovative ways,” Dr Trinca said. David Arnold, program manager of Australia’s Defining Moments Digital Classroom, said: “A key element of the ADMDC is learning through direct experience and play. Students will develop research skills, begin to understand the significance of defining moments in history, and have the opportunity to reflect upon their knowledge. The main aim of interactives is to encourage students to investigate and record what they consider to be defining moments in Australian history through the National Museum of Australia’s Landmarks gallery, their own life and their family’s history, and the history of their local community,” Mr Arnold said. Marissa Beard, schools and engagement manager, said it was an excellent one-stop

shop for all areas of history content when students need reliable and trustworthy sources. The ADMDC includes numerous historic archival film clips from the National Film and Sound Archive. “We are thrilled to have selected and contributed more than 50 titles from our collection,” chief engagement officer at the Archive, Matt Ravier said. “This footage brings to vivid life the moments that shaped us as a nation, empowering students to engage with our living memory and discover how history can inform their role as active citizens and builders of Australia’s future.” Popular historian David Hunt has produced eight animated defining moments which will be used extensively on the ADMDC site to further engage students.

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Nick Cox and the other NAB League coaches are in a unique situation after the 2020 season was Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS abandoned due to the battle against the pandemic. 192826 “We get to see the rewards. “The end product is getting to see the kids play at the highest level, or playing at the VFL level or interstate, or at a local level. “It’s just seeing them walk out the door better players and better people as well. “That’s the pleasing thing from our perspective.” Cox is well-travelled in Victorian football, but he has stuck with the Stingrays for the best part of a decade. He captain-coached Cranbourne for a year and also played at Bayswater, Belgrave and Rowville. His first glimpse into elite football setups came as a player in the VFL with Dandenong and Frankston, though he says “my level was probably local football”. It has been with the Stingrays that Cox’s coaching has progressed, and it shows the success of the pathway at NAB League level. “I started off as an assistant coach and

worked my way up from there,” he said. “It’s good to see that the AFL are rewarding people who have been in the system for a long time with jobs as they progress and grow as coaches.” The Stingrays’ program is designed for players to leave in better shape than when they arrived. Cox is hopeful the knowledge that has been passed on to the Stingrays players has come in handy during the lockdown. “We’ve guided them to show them how the standard of training has to be elite at all times, and all the other stuff like eating, fuelling their bodies, making sure they’re getting enough sleep, and being wise with their time,” he said. “Most of the time they’re really driven athletes, but sometimes we’ve got to guide them a little bit. “Without sounding too harsh, the ones who aren’t driven don’t really survive [in the system].”

While Cox would love nothing more than to be back on the training track, he believes the pandemic has put football and life into perspective. He is adamant that it will be an eager bunch of Stingrays players when they eventually return. “It has shown a lot of people that footy is not as big as what everyone sort of thought and there’s more to life than football and sport,” Cox said. “No doubt everyone will be jumping out of their skin to return when they finally get that opportunity.” When given the all clear, it will be back to business for the Stingrays’ front office and coaching staff. The Rays are buoyed by the success of last year’s draft, which saw five boys and four girls snapped up by AFL clubs. Recently, Stingrays young gun Tyanna Smith was taken by St Kilda in the AFLW Draft. “We’ve got some really good coaches and administration people that are going to continue to drive the standards of the Stingrays,” Cox said. “We’re really looking forward to 2021 and beyond to continue to be strong for us. “We’ve produced really good players at all levels, so we want to continue to do that for years to come.” Cox believes it will not be long before the Stingrays’ latest draftee Smith has an impact for St Kilda. He described the midfielder as a “stand out” in the Stingrays’ program before the lockdown. “The thing about ‘T’ is everything that she did, she did really well,” he said. “She’s got good speed, kicks the ball well, and she’ll be a real acquisition for St Kilda. “She’s a quiet girl, (and) doesn’t say too much, but she lets her footy do the talking. “I’m pretty sure you’ll see her playing early next year.”

A pair of former Stingrays make history with GWS By sports editor Russell Bennett For the first time in GWS Giants history, two players have tied for the Kevin Sheedy Medal - with former Stingrays Nick Haynes and Lachie Whitfield both winning the club’s best and fairest for season 2020. Haynes’ victory marked his first club champion award at Greater Western Sydney, while the supremely-skilled former num-

ber one overall pick Whitfield made more history as the first Giants player to win multiple Kevin Sheedy medals. He also won the award in 2018. Whitfield and Haynes tied at the top of this year’s count with 98 votes, with Harry Perryman finishing two votes in arrears. Giants coach Leon Cameron paid tribute to the top three on the club’s website, saying: “I’d like to congratulation Nick and Lachie on

their outstanding 2020 seasons. “Nick has been a stalwart of our backline for years now and has always been incredibly highly-valued internally with two top-five finishes before this year. “He’s once again taken his game to another level this year and thoroughly deserves the accolades that have come his way. “Lachie becomes the first player in our history to win two Sheedy Medals after an-

other ultra-consistent season. “Taking on an official leadership role ahead of this season shows his development off the field and on the field, (and) we saw Lachie continue to show his class and work-rate across the entire season. “I’d also like to congratulate Harry on the leaps he’s taken this year, which have culminated in this well-deserved third place.”

This young gun is seriously on the rise By Lance Jenkinson Carlisle Park Vikings young gun Alyssa JackelLyddy will be a player to watch when cricket returns this summer. The 14-year-old had enjoyed exponential growth in her game before Victoria was locked down due to the pandemic. In only her second year of cricket, Jackel-Lyddy emerged as part of the South East Country Sharks representative team and was included in the Sophie Molineux Academy. Jackel-Lyddy is understandably keen to get back into the thick of the action to see if she can continue her rise. “I’ve worked hard to hopefully get better,” she said. “I never played cricket [before two years ago], so I have learnt pretty quick. “It’s thanks to my stepdad [Dean] - he’s been amazing. “Him and my brother play, so they’re always helping me out.” Jackel-Lyddy originally played football but is now focusing all her attention on cricket. The fast bowler has big goals set for her 24 STAR NEWS

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cricket career, too. “I want to play for the Melbourne Stars and represent Australia,” she said. “That’s my biggest dream.” Jackel-Lyddy more than held her own against older opposition last summer. She was only 13 at the time, but still a key player in Carlisle Park’s undefeated season in the West Gippsland Cricket Association (WGCA) All-Star Girls competition. Jackel-Lyddy took 4/6 off three overs and scored 10 not out in the Vikings’ grand final win over Officer. The Cranbourne resident was unflinching against more experienced opposition. “Most of the girls were 14, 15, 16 and I was 13, but I was not intimidated at all,” she said. “I just love the challenge.” Jackel-Lyddy was ecstatic to be part of the South East Country Sharks representative team. Being part of the elite squad showed how far she has come in such a short space of time. “I’m really competitive and that was a good challenge,” she said. “It was a really great experience.

“I made a lot of new friends and met some amazing people.” Jackel-Lyddy, a Melbourne Stars fanatic, looks up to Stars players Elyse Villani and WGCA female cricket ambassador, Nicole Faltum. Villani is an established star of Victorian and Australian cricket, while Faltum is a youngster beginning to make an impression. Faltum will be working closely with JackelLyddy as part of the Sharks squad. “She’s amazing because she works hard and gets far in her cricket, but she also helps us girls,” Jackel-Lyddy said. “She’s always helped me since getting into the Sharks.” Having been in lockdown for so long, Jackel-Lyddy is now keen to reunite with her cricket friends and mentors at the Vikings. The time away from the game has made her even hungrier to get back to playing cricket. “I’m missing it a lot,” she said. “I love all the friendships that I’ve made and I love everything I do in cricket. “When I’m out there playing, I’m at my happiest.”

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A Beacy icon farewelled By Russell Bennett Jim Read was St Kilda through and through, but the 1966 premiership-winning wingman had the Tigers in his heart. And it was Beaconsfield’s 1974 premiership flag (from their era as the Tigers) that was draped over his coffin as his hearse did a lap of honour at the club’s Holm Park base last Tuesday. Read was just 76 when he suddenly passed away recently - leaving behind a legion of shattered admirers. In fact, due to the restrictions surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic, the vast majority of even Read’s closest family and friends were unable to be there to say their goodbyes at his funeral service. But - despite having to stay in their cars they more than made their presence felt at his lap of honour. Read played 76 games for St Kilda between 1962 and 1967 - including the losing 1965 grand final, and the history-making 1966 premiership. He spoke to the Pakenham Gazette earlier this year for a Rivalries Revisited story on the origins of ‘The Battle of the Creek’ - the famous story of Beaconsfield’s rivalry with Berwick. Read isn’t just arguably the most influential figure in Beaconsfield footy history, like fellow triple premiership coach Leigh Clifford he’s also had a profound impact on some of the biggest names who’ve starred in ‘The Battle of the Creek’ over the years. “I went to Beaconsfield to coach in 1972 I’d moved back after I’d been coaching Hamilton, and I’d worked with a guy who was on the committee at Beaconsfield and I coached there for about six years, gave it away for three, and was asked to go back and coach in 1980 and we were lucky enough to win the premiership,” he explained to the Gazette back in April.

The Beaconsfield faithful paid their respects to one of their icons, Jimmy Read. 218811 Pictures: STEWART CHAMBERS Read became a three-time premiership winning icon at Beaconsfield - including the 1974 decider as captain-coach. And looking back on 1980 being the only senior grand final match-up between Berwick and Beaconsfield so far, Read said that only served to make it even more special. “When I first coached Beaconsfield they’d

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might’ve only coached for one year. “On Facebook there were heaps of commiserations from guys I played footy with. “My old man coached me in under-13s and under-15s, and blokes I played with paid tribute to him. “He was a hard nut - he never backed away from a challenge, and if you weren’t going to have a crack, you wouldn’t get a game. It was the old school ‘kill or be killed’ kind of thing in a way. “He didn’t mince his words - you knew where you stood. The way he saw it was that if the players don’t respect you, they won’t play for you.” And one of Jimmy’s biggest legacies at Beaconsfield was that Glenn is the only one of his six sons who isn’t a St Kilda man. Why? “I just thought when I was growing up, the old man was coaching Beaconsfield and I went to the footy and they were the Tigers back in the day,” Glenn explained. “He rang me up a while ago - when Tom Lynch from Richmond was doing some silly things and was under a bit of scrutiny, and on AFL 360 Mark Robinson called him a douchebag and my old man rang me up about it. He was furious (laughs). “But he didn’t really care about me being a Tigers man. “We started having a slab on Richmond versus St Kilda games and I reckon it was 13 slabs before I finally got one - that’s probably why he didn’t care!” Jim Read is survived by his loving wife Anne; sons Jamie, Darren, David, Steve, Robert, and Glenn, and their extended families. Rest peacefully, Jimmy.

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call it ‘The Battle of the Bridge’ and they were just two little country towns in those days so there was a bit of a rivalry between the two they were great opponents,” he said. But Read was straight to the point about what he thought of Berwick back then. “Nobody liked Berwick!” he said with a laugh. “But they were a very good club and they won a couple of premierships under Darryl Nisbet, who was a great coach.” Almost fittingly, Read - like his great mate, Beaconsfield historian Lawrie Canning ultimately lived in Berwick. One of Read’s sons, Glenn, told the Star News this week just how instrumental Canning had been in organising the Holm Park send-off for his mentor, Jimmy. And Glenn also explained that his great mate, and Beaconsfield premiership player Kris Fletcher, also played a key role in organising the day alongside current footy club personnel. “The turnout was unbelievable, considering it was such short notice,” Glenn said. “When you can only get 10 at the funeral it was disappointing in that regard, but it was so nice to see the effort Fletch and the footy club went to - Lawrie and the boys went to a lot of effort to get the scoreboard up and running, and blow the siren for him.” Glenn said it became apparent just how many people his father had influenced. “It was across a lot of generations as well some guys played under the old man or were mates with him, and even the younger guys he might’ve coached in the under-17s later on in his career too,” he explained. “It was younger people too - players he

Geoff McGowan raises the flag of the 1980 Beaconsfield premiership (that Jim Read coached against Berwick) to half-mast.

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Bucks lock in key leaders By Nick Creely Dandenong District Cricket Association powerhouse Buckley Ridges has made a series of key on-field announcements as the season inches closer from a start, with the Bucks once again looking well placed to give the Turf 1 flag a shake. The 2018/19 premier and last season’s runner-up has named ex-Sri Lankan international quick Chanaka Welegedera as coach, where the 39-year-old will also play a major part on-field after a strong three-year stint with Strathmore which included a mountain of wickets and premiership success. Welegedera will replace South African

David White, who was hoping to return to Australia this season but is unlikely to get back into the country for the season. The left-arm quick played 21 Test matches, 10 ODIs and two Twenty20s for his country, snaring 71 wickets in total, and will be a major boost to the Buckley side who are putting together an ominous list ahead of what will be a purely one-day season. Reliable batsman and highly-regarded team man Jayson Hobbs has also been announced as Turf 1 skipper, replacing White, in what is a popular appointment for the club. Hobbs has been a strong contributor to the club since arriving at Park Oval in 2011/12, featuring at Turf 1 level on 81 occasions, with two

centuries next to his name and a handful of incredibly gutsy batting performances across the journey. The Bucks have been incredibly active on the recruitment front as they usually are, with the club looking to cover the losses of White, West Indian Jerome Jones who is also unable to get back into the country, and all-rounder Greg Todd who has retired. Fresh from snaring Welegedera, DDCA champion and ex-Wookey Medalist Michael Davies, Roshan Anurudda from Sunshine, Zafar Sheikh from North Dandenong, and the prized recruitment of Gloucestershire batsman Ian Cockbain the Bucks last week confirmed the arrival of yet another County crick-

eter from Gloucestershire, with all-rounder Benny Howell joining the club for 2020/21. Howell is currently playing in the English Vitality Blast T20 competition with Cockbain, with the pair currently boasting the best batting average for the Gloucestershire side. The 32-year-old is an experienced firstclass cricketer, with the seamer and aggressive top-order batsman expected to give DDCA clubs plenty of headaches this season. The DDCA is currently aiming for a Saturday 5 December start at the latest, but have left the door ajar for a 21 November start depending on Victorian State Government restrictions.

The Cougars’ field of dreams receives key upgrades By Lance Jenkinson It is not only strikes and home runs that the Berwick City Cougars will be looking forward to when the Baseball Victoria Summer League Division 1 season begins. The Cougars’ home at Cyril Molyneux Reserve is receiving a much-needed upgrade while Melbourne is on lockdown and the club will reap the benefits in the second half of the season. “We’re really excited at the moment,” Cougars coach Shaun Surtees said.

“They’re the biggest works to happen to the club in its history. “Our ground is getting upgraded and we’re hoping we can get on it after Christmas.” Berwick City’s Manfield Street home has earnt a bad reputation in recent years. The Cougars have suffered because of a drainage system that was well beyond its use-by date. “Our ground has been synonymous with flooding and water damage and wash-outs,” Surtees said. “The council has come to the party and

have put an extensive drainage program underneath the ground.” As part of the Cyril Molyneux Reserve upgrade, Berwick City will enjoy new “state of the art” turf in the diamond. That will be the finishing touch on the rejuvenation project. Surtees believes the upgrade will help with both player retention and attracting new players. “It’s certainly going to be a drawing factor,” he said. “We want to be a destination club and we

want people to come to us. “We’re not in the mindset of poaching players.” Ultimately, Surtees wants Berwick City to become synonymous with Division 1 baseball and competing for titles. That, above all, will be the major drawcard for the Cougars and it is something he believes is within reach in the short-term, over the next two to three years. “If we continue to be competitive playing in Division 1 and pushing for a premiership, that’s what draws,” Surtees said.

It’s set to be a new look for AFL Victoria moving forward By Russell Bennett An AFL Victoria restructure has led to head of AFL Gippsland and AFL South East Richard Black being appointed to also oversee the AFL Outer East, AFL Barwon, AFL Goldfields, and AFL Western District regions. Black has been appointed to the ‘Southern Country’ football manager position, with John O’Donohue appointed to the equivalent ‘Northern Country’ role - overseeing AFL North East Border, AFL Central Victoria, AFL Goulburn Murray, AFL Sunraysia, AFL Central Murray, and AFL Wimmera Mallee. In an email sent to stakeholders in the game across the south-east, Black said: “During this season’s disruptions, we have taken the op26 STAR NEWS

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portunity to review all aspects of our business and solidify our approach towards the retention and development of our junior ranks, the

sustainability of clubs and competitions, and the strength of the region’s senior competition. “At every turn, the focus has been on how to best manage our way through - and then out of - the Covid pandemic. It’s a strategy that has been repeated by country and metro regions across the state, and by the AFL itself. “This has resulted in positive news for AFL South East. From a management perspective, we will be moving to a region manager structure that will allow for an improved focus for the AFL South East region that will be supported by the revamped AFL South East staffing structure.” In a memo sent out recently to AFL Victoria Country league and club presidents, AFL Victoria’s state community football man-

ager Sophie Williams explained the broader restructure. “Covid-19 has highlighted the need for AFL Victoria to relook at the best structure to ensure community football is able to prosper and be sustainable but to be serviced in an improved manner,” she said. “We have continued to commit to the Country Victoria investment plan announced late last year and believe this change supports this.” As part of the changes coming to AFL Victoria on 1 November, dual premiershipwinning former Brisbane Lion and former North Melbourne coach Brad Scott will take up the role as head of AFL Victoria. Williams was previously AFL Victoria’s country football manager. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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