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They say a year is a long time in politics, and it seems local government is no different. According to the City of Casey’s chair of administrators Noelene Duff, much has been done in the council’s first year under administration. In her first sit-down interview with Star News Group, Ms Duff reassured the community that the City of Casey, as an organisation and a council, is functioning effectively. Ms Duff was named chief administrator in February 2020, and was joined in May 2020 by Miguel Belmar and Cameron Boardman. Since the administrators commenced their term, Ms Duff said, there has been plenty of work behind the scenes to address the governance issues raised in the Municipal Monitor Report, which was handed down in February 2020. The first order of business was to look into the governance arrangement within the City of Casey as an organisation, she explained. The administrators conducted a “fairly rapid audit” of decision-making processes, delegation to officers, cultural arrangements, financial issues, legislative compliance and processes within Casey. “That was one of the things that was good to do early on, and give assurances to the community who I think, quite rightly, would have been rattled in terms of their sense of what’s happened here,” she said. But Ms Duff stressed that concerns around corruption were limited to the governance and decision-making processes at the City of Casey, rather than within council officer ranks, saying she had confidence in the ability and fidelity of staff and officers at the organisation. There has been a renewed focus on the role of council too. Staff at the City of Casey have been assured that “we want them to do a lot of good work in the community”. To that end, the Shape Your City consultation program is a particular focus as the organisation aims to hear from as many of Casey’s residents as possible. Ms Duff said she and her fellow administra-

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Fair bit better care RSPCA Victoria has opened its new equine facilities at its Peninsula Animal Care Centre in Pearcedale. The new purpose-built stables - made possible thanks to a grant from the State Government - provide customised facilities for vulnerable Victorian horses in need of care, rehabilitation, and rehoming. RSPCA Victoria is responsible for investigating reports of cruelty and neglect for horses, ponies and donkeys in Victoria. Since July 2014, more than 420 horses and donkeys have been admitted into its care after being reported to its Inspectorate. Designed and built by Champion Stable Systems, experts in the field of stable design, the new facilities cater to a variety of requirements including consideration of animals that require speciality care such as veterinary treatment. The new Pearcedale stables better equip RSPCA Victoria to care for horses with stateof-the-art equipment and facilities to enable more effective treatment and rehabilitation. They also increase the organisation’s capacity to care for incoming seized or surrendered animals. The stables can accommodate a diverse group of animals with a range of health concerns. They also provide additional shelter for animals requiring rest during treatment and the ability to monitor more closely those in various stages of recovery. Additionally, the facilities provide a safe haven for animals who may be distressed by arrival in an unfamiliar area. Dr Liz Walker, CEO at RSPCA Victoria, said the Peninsula stables were greatly needed and marked a new phase of care at the shelter. “We are so grateful for the Victorian Government’s support and for the grant that allowed us to build the new stables. “They will greatly improve the level of care we can provide for horses, ponies and donkeys in the future. “Horse welfare is of particular concern in

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The new equine facilities at the Peninsula Animal Care Centre in Pearcedale. Victoria. In 2019 - 2020, RSPCA Victoria’s Inspectorate received more than 6700 cruelty reports involving horses and is currently monitoring more than 900 horses in the community which are, or may become, vulnerable. “Some of those horses may be cared for in these new facilities,” said Dr Walker. Minister for Agriculture Mary-Anne Thomas said, “We are proud to support organisations like RSPCA Victoria that provide important services and care for horses in need, and welcome the opening of a purpose-built facility that will help improve equine welfare across Victoria.” Dr Walker said the RSPCA team had worked closely with Champion Stable Systems to create an facility that was comfortable, functional and safe. They are “underpinned by an understanding that some of the animals that come into our care are from poor welfare backgrounds or may never have spent time in a stable or confined space,” she explained. The stables have been designed as low maintenance facilities with regard to simple and safe access for cleaning and ease of purpose however incorporate state-of-the-art

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features and high-quality fixtures. The design elevates the use of natural light and air flow and includes dedicated water tanks, has energy efficient lighting, security and the ability to stage CCTV. Leon Joyce of Champion Stable Systems said, “We are very grateful to have been given the opportunity to work with an organisation held in such high esteem as RSPCA Victoria. We are extremely proud to have been involved in designing and building a rehabilitation facility for neglected and mistreated horses. “The passion and input of RSPCA Victoria, its staff and all stakeholders, ensured the end result was a safe and healing environment for these animals.” Featuring five indoor stalls each with sand day-yards, revolving feed bins, sliding stable doors and specialty rubber flooring, there is also a moveable wall to create additional space and housing for a mare and foal along with a crush to assist with treating horses requiring veterinary treatment. The new facility also includes a tack and a feed room with space for scales, and a hot wash bay with non-slip flooring.

Awards to celebrate African culture By Danielle Kutchel African-Australians young and old are invited to share in African culture at the African Cultural Day and Award Ceremony. To be held from 1pm on Easter Monday at Cranbourne West Community Hub, the event will celebrate African heritage as performers from across the south-east take to the stage with entertainment and music. There will also be games for children, with the event touted as fun for all ages. Bass MP Jordan Crugnale will make a speech on behalf of the Minister for Multicultural Affairs. Peter Aguto, founder, chairperson and

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CEO of Multicultural Youth Support Services (MYSS), which is hosting the event, said the event would identify and reward creativity, with awards given to performers on the day. It’s the first event for MYSS, but already Mr Aguto and the team are planning to run it every year. “The purpose is to bring the community together, to socialise and build their network,” he said. The event is free but registration is essential. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com. au/e/african-cultural-day-awards-tickets-143004736015

Drivers in the City of Casey clocked up more than 80 speeding offences over the Labour Day long weekend. Over the weekend of Friday 5 March to Monday 8 March, police detected 82 speeding offences during Operation Arid. They also picked up one drink driver, and six positive drug tests. Six Casey drivers were unlicensed, and four were driving while disqualified. 17 unregistered vehicles were detected. Five were pikced up disobeying traffic controls, and there were four seat belt offences and four mobile phone offences. Two cars were impounded over the course of the weekend.

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Explosive discovery for police By Danielle Kutchel

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A welfare check in Botanic Ridge led to the discovery of a homemade bomb in the early hours of Wednesday 24 March. Police were called to an address in Green Mist Crescent, Botanic Ridge at 3.55am to conduct a welfare check. A 39-year-old Botanic Ridge man was taken to hospital for assessment. Police located an improvised explosive device at the scene and cordoned off the area. A safety check was completed by the Bomb Response Unit and the area was deemed safe and reopened.

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What was the best day of your life so far? The day my eldest was born, and I rang my Pop and told him he was a ‘Great Poppy’ and I told him her name, and he said “That’s my mum’s name”. I felt so happy to be able to pass on something that was so important to him. What is your proudest achievement? Raising our two girls. Everyday they teach me and my husband something new. Watching them help other children in the playground or helping another child at dancing or basketball. I want them to be the helpers that Fred Rogers is quoted for and when I see them doing things like that, I know we are doing something right. What would your last meal be? Something my mum cooks me. Everything she makes has that extra ingredient of love and when she cooks for me I know I am at home. What do you love about your role as at BPNH? I love the connections I get to make with the community and the little lessons I get taught. I have been given raw honey and had pictures drawn for me and these little things show that what we are doing at BPNH is making people feel valued. At the end of the day I just want people to visit, use the facilities and walk away feeling connected and supported, and that is what all of our programs aim to do. What event, past, present or future, would you like to witness and why? I want to see true community and equity. I don’t want us and them. I want there to fair access to everything from schooling to health care and security for everyone who lives in our community. I want to see they day when we don’t need to fight for what is fair but it’s common sense What is your favourite TV show? Netflix makes this hard to answer but hubby and I love watching The Big Bang Theory, or Selling Houses Australia.

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Jo, manager of Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House. Which six guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner? JFK, Martin Luther King Jnr, Nelson Mandela, Cathy Freeman, Michelle Obama, Willisa Hogarth; the conversations about politics and society and social justice would be inspiring. What has been your most embarrassing moment? There are too many to count, I embarrass myself weekly at a Funky Mums Dance class I do! The teacher is constantly saying “No, the

other left, Jo.” What is your favourite way to relax? I love visiting the Hot Springs, especially if it is raining! Or curling up with a good book. What three CDs would you take to a desert island? I am not a big music person but, John Farnham, Pink, Greatest Showman Soundtrack. If it was podcasts I would download: Wear Your Crown/ This Crown is on Fire, The Women of Influence Podcast and The Michelle Obama Podcast.

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Gas terminal blocked By Gabriella Payne The Victorian Government has rejected a proposal to construct a gas import terminal at Crib Point in Western Port and connecting pipeline from there to Pakenham, due to the “unacceptable impacts” this would have on the environment. The Minister for Planning, Richard Wynne, announced his decision on Tuesday 30 March after concluding that the marine discharges from the proposed project, put forward by AGL and APA, would have detrimental effects on the native environment in the Western Port. The $250 million proposal underwent a rig-

orous review, with many locals opposing the project. Over 6,000 submissions were made to an Environmental Effects Statement (EES) and a 10 week IAC hearing was held before this final decision was made. “This has been an exhaustive, open and transparent process and this is the right outcome for the local community, the environment and Victoria as a whole,” Minister Wynne said. The Western Port area, which is listed as a Ramsar wetland of international significance, is home to a range of unique and endangered

species and after reviewing the EES produced by AGL and APA Group, the Minister concluded that this was the right decision to make. “It’s very clear to me that this project would cause unacceptable impacts on the Western Port environment and the Ramsar wetlands – it’s important that these areas are protected,” he said. Minister Wynne’s decision has been applauded by local environmental groups, who fought hard to oppose the proposed gas import terminal. Tim O’Brien, a spokesperson from the Save Western Port Woodlands group, said that he

believed this decision was the right one and hoped it would help protect the biodiversity of the Western Port region. “We are heartened by this decision because it shows that the Minister is alert to the issue, and alert to the value of this whole bay as a nature reserve so close to the growing places of Pakenham, Cranbourne, Casey and other suburbs,” Mr O’Brien said. “We congratulate the Minister on this decision,” he said, and added that the Save the Western Port Woodlands group would continue fighting to protect the beautiful natural environment in our own backyards.

‘Bleak’ prospects for ice dealer after 18-month spree By Cam Lucadou-Wells An Endeavour Hills former pest-controller has been jailed for trafficking more than 70 grams of meth in his car - which proved just the start of an 18-month offending spree. Timothy Paul, 31, pleaded guilty to trafficking, possession of 12 ecstasy tablets and weapons charges at the Victorian County Court. When intercepted in his car about 2am in October 2018, Paul told police he was picking up a car part, according to an agreed prosecution summary. “You’re telling me you’ve come from Point Cook to pick up a part for the car when nothing is open at this time of the night and you have no reason for being in Glen Iris,” a police officer told him at the time. Police searched Paul’s unregistered Mazda, seizing a notebook with trafficking-related “correspondence” as well as five plastic

bags carrying a total of 72.9 grams ‘ice’. It was more than 24 times the minimum traffickable amount of 3 grams, sentencing judge Chris Ryan noted on 29 March. The crystals - being analysed at between 79 and 80 per cent purity - were equivalent to 58 grams of pure ice. This was above than the 50-gram minimum amount for a commercial traffickable offence, Judge Ryan said. During a police raid of Paul’s home, 12 tablets of ecstasy, a taser, laser, extendable baton and a machete were also seized. At the time, Paul had no criminal priors. However by the time of sentence two years later, he was already serving a 23 month jail term with a minimum 13-month non-parole period for an offending spree in 2019 and 2020. The offences included drug trafficking, disqualified driving, car theft, weapons and

bail offences, as well as a breach of a community corrections order. “The effect of your subsequent offending is that it impacts on an assessment of your rehabilitation, which I regard as bleak,” Judge Ryan said. Paul had worked for more than a decade in pest control. The single dad was said to have been deeply impacted by a relationship breakdown and a friend’s overdose in 2018. He suffered persistent, major depression, as well as disorders associated with sedatives and stimulants. Judge Ryan jailed Paul for a “short, sharp” six months on top of the current jail term. Paul’s current non-parole period was effectively put on hold until the end of the six months.

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From page 1 And it seems residents are responding eagerly to the council’s approaches. Casey’s Community Leadership Program, which opened for applications earlier this month and aims to train the next generation of community leaders, has already received 224 applications - a response which Ms Duff called “phenomenal”. With a full year already gone, the three administrators are looking ahead to the final three quarters of their term. She’s confident that while there is “a lot more to do”, the administrators will be able to complete their work in that time. “The community can be reassured that the commitment of the State Government is to (have) elected councillors in 2024,” she said. Next on the to-do list is to set Casey up for good governance in future. “One of the key focuses that we have as a panel of administrators is to make sure the decision- making processes in the organisation can be as effective as possible,” Ms Duff explained. “We have a very strategic focus ... it’s ensuring that the future direction of the organisation is well thought out, on track, matches our financial capacity, matches the changing needs of the community (and) is based on good research and information from officers.” She said the council would remain “good advocates for the community”, with community needs reflected in the actions of the council plan, which will be adopted later this year. “We’re not elected representatives; we do have a different role on behalf of the government in ensuring there is good governance, which was a key criticism in the monitor’s report. “So far, with the governance audit that was undertaken early on and the continued focus, I think we’re on track,” Ms Duff said. E Grade Devon Meadows cricketer Shane Fisher at Officer Recreation Reserve. 232690

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Thumbs down To Casey Police Command for withdrawing JP services at the local Police Stations. Causing ongoing local problems to those who need the service.

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Dodgy drivers Your report in the news 18/03/21 about Monash Freeway, I put it down to poor driving. I have been driving 66 years, 53 years in this country and never lost my licence. I don’t drink, smoke or take drugs. I first learned how to drive back in 1954 when I was in the British Army Royal Army Medical Corps in German.

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the men go bankrupt, continually trying to clear their name, paying huge legal fees and getting nowhere. Also losing their employment and assets. A FEW women will do anything to stay in Australia and leave a man destroyed in every way possible then move on after achieving their goal, about time it was recognised and stopped. Linda E Brown, Hallam.

Thumbs down To the road works in Beacy....takes me 30 mins to get from 7/11 in Officer to the Beacy turn off in the mornings.

Thumbs down To the cyclist who crossed the Princes Highway against a do not walk sign. I had stopped beside a truck, and I could not see you as you crossed in front of the truck. I am accelerating with the green light and I almost hit you. Thumbs down To the estate agents in Hampton Park for putting junk mail in the letter box. We are not selling at any price. Thumbs up To being able to access Beaconsfield reservoir on the weekend.

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Part of our training to all soldiers was learning how to drive an ambulance. No one failed. We had to pass on a freeway on-ramp. A driver looks into his other side mirror and if all is clear, move into the left hand lane and not trip to get over to the right hand lane, that’s how accidents happen. The law says keep left but a lot of drivers in this state like to hog the right hand lane. I ask why? If I want to be in the right hand lane, I would go to the USA or certain countries in Europe. I have been to Monash many a time and always in the left hand lane, so them people who complain are the ones who like to hog the right hand lane. It’s the same with the off ramp, a driver should be in the left lane to get off not shoot across a couple of lanes and cause an accident some drivers don’t use common sense. D. Gardner, Hampton Park.

SOCIALLY SPEAKING On Monday 29 March, a story was shared to the Dandenong Journal Facebook page regarding the opening of public feedback on the City of Casey’s proposed plans for the Doveton Pool in the Park. Here’s how our readers responded: Natasha Parsons: They have rocks in their head if they think they will close the pool. Tammy Wilson: Make it heated and open all year round. Robyn Westbury: Sadly the pool appears to be closed more than it is open these days. Take a look at Noble Park’s outdoor heated pool, it has a canopy..Surely Casey could do something like that and have the pool open all year round! I would certainly go there if that was the case. Lidia Katalin Malone: The beach is so far from these areas. Give the locals a refurbished pool to enjoy. Every cent invested in sports and fitness means is a better way to bring kids up than to let them roam the streets causing trouble. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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Covid causes ‘crime drop’ By Danielle Kutchel Victoria Police say Covid has led to a decrease in crime in Casey, despite underwhelming headline numbers appearing to show crime in the area has gone up. The Crime Statistics Agency released data for the year ending December 2020 on Thursday 18 March, revealing that crime was up by 3.9 per cent in Casey for that period, with 17,296 criminal incidents recorded, compared to 16,646 in 2019. But Casey Local Area Commander Inspector Jacqueline Poida said that once Covid fines are removed from the picture, crime in Casey actually decreased by nearly 800 offences or 3.5 per cent. “This included significant reductions in crimes against the person and property related

crime reduced considerably over the course of 2020, with community movement significantly impacted by the Chief Health Officer’s directions,” Insp Poida said. “One crime significantly impacted was robberies, which decreased in Casey by 29 per cent due to the pandemic and associated restrictions, which meant there was less opportunity for offenders to target people in public places, such as shopping centres and public transport.” She added that decreased movement of offenders, as well as “increased guardianship of property”, also contributed to a decrease in property offencies like burglaries and vehicle thefts. Since the easing of restrictions towards the end of last year, police have increased their proactive patrols in busy locations like shopping centres and transport hubs - an activity which

family incidents, compared to 4691 for the same period in 2019. Across the border in Cardinia Shire there were 1550 family incidents; in Greater Dandenong, 2818; and in Frankston, 2724. The City of Casey’s family incident rate per 100,000 population was 1480.3 to end of December 2020, above the statewide rate of 1379.7. This compares to 1894.9 in Frankston, 1657.8 in Dandenong and 1322.8 in Cardinia. Insp Poida stressed that while “any increase in family violence offending is incredibly concerning to police”, Casey’s results were in line with those seen across the state. For family violence support, please contact: Safe Steps Victoria’s 24/7 family violence response centre Tel: 1800 015 188 (24 hours)

Insp Poida said would be a key area of focus as community movement returns. “We want to reassure the community that police will continue to work hard to prevent and disrupt this kind of offending. Based on intelligence, police will be proactively tasking officers to patrol known hotspots at key times when we know this type of offending is likely to occur. “Police also encourage the Casey community to take the time to consider their home security arrangements as people continue to return to a more normal way of life,” Insp Poida said. But perhaps the most shocking statistics in the Agency’s report concerned a dramatic increase in family violence in 2020. Casey experienced a 15.2 per cent increase in family violence incidents - 5406 recorded

Licence cancelled from cabbie’s $27k disability rort By Cam Lucadou-Wells A Doveton cabbie of 20 years has been disqualified after rorting more than $27,000 from the state’s disability taxi program. Metin Akkusoglu pleaded guilty to a rolled-up charge of obtaining property by deception from the Multi Purpose Taxi Program (MPTP) at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 23 March. He had been accused of fraudulently processing 14 disabled passengers’ MPTP cards on 749 occasions in 2018 and 2019. Each time, Akkusoglu pocketed half-fare subsidies of up to $60 from Commercial Passenger Vehicle Victoria (CPVV) for trips when MPVP members weren’t in his cab. The most commonly misused was a Dan-

denong North passenger’s MPVP card, which was retained by Akkusoglu after a cab ride in May 2018. The cab driver later fraudulently processed the card 697 times to the value of $25,205. The passenger didn’t speak English. His daughter told CPVV investigators that she believed neither of her parents used the halfprice taxi card. “(The daughter) was unaware that the card was missing until she was told by the CPVV,” a prosecution submission stated. “To her knowledge her parents never use taxis.” Another passenger left her card with Akkusoglu after he dropped her off at Melbourne Airport to fly to New Zealand.

Akkusoglu was also charged with allowing a young male to log into his Cabcharge system and process the MPVP card several times at Akkusoglu’s house in August 2019. On 4 January, CPVV cancelled Akkusoglu’s driver accreditation due to his “MPTP misconduct”. He was disqualified from reapplying for four years. CPVV chief executive Aaron de Rozario told Star Journal that the rort was a “deliberate attempt over a significant period of time to defraud a system set up to help some of Victoria’s most vulnerable people”. MPTP was a “lifeline for thousands of people” unable to use other forms of public transport due to disability or other accessibility needs”, Mr de Rozario said. “Being able to use MPTP services allows

them to participate in community life, and in many cases access employment or education.” He said the CPVV had multiple processes to identify fraudulent MPTP transactions. “We take MPTP fraud very seriously. “Anyone who commits fraud, no matter the level, risks criminal action and losing their right to work in the commercial passenger vehicle industry.” On 23 March, magistrate Andrew Halse placed Akkusoglu to a 12-month community correction order including 120 hours of unpaid work. The cabbie repaid $15,000 before the matter was finalised. He was ordered by the magistrate to pay back the remaining $12,176.35 to CPVV.

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Sweet tang of success By Danielle Kutchel A seven-year-old Cranbourne boy has raised over $1000 for the Royal Children’s Hospital. Lochie hosted an old-fashioned lemonade stand outside his house on Saturday 27 March to raise funds for the hospital. Lochie was inspired to help the hospital where he is a regular visitor for his symbrachydactyly - after watching a YouTube clip of a child holding a lemonade stall fundraiser. The day saw market stalls, kids’ entertainment, a sausage sizzle, a visit from the fire brigade and more alongside Lochie’s lemonade, sugar cookies and lollies. A raffle and bingo-style fundraiser were also held on the day. Altogether Lochie raised $1014.65 for the Royal Children’s Hospital - and he’s not done yet, with a few more numbers to be sold at the time of going to print. Now he and his mother Clare are preparing for a big day on Friday 2 April, when they’ll present the funds in the form of a cheque on live television to the Good Friday Appeal. “I wasn’t expecting to earn anywhere near that much,” Clare said. She and Lochie have lost track of how many cups of lemonade they served on the day - but off the back of this success, they plan to hold the lemonade stand annually on the Saturday before Good Friday. “This is something people can look forward to each year, knowing their money is going to a good cause and supporting the hospital,” she said. Visit Loch’s Lemonade Stand on Facebook for more information.

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Wishes fulfilled in colour By Danielle Kutchel Devon Meadows Primary School students put their hearts and souls into the school’s most recent fundraiser, defying even the highest expectations to raise thousands of dollars. On Friday 26 March the school held its annual colour run, with students from Prep to Grade 6 - as well as some enthusiastic teachers - running laps of the oval and sacrificing their clean white clothes as canvases for colour thrown by members of the parents’ association. The end result was “an explosion of colour”, according to school council president Laine Kelsall, who said the fundraiser was the first the school of 264 students had run since Covid. The event was initially intended to raise funds to replace the school’s defibrillator, which was stolen last year. But with the final tally coming in at over $10,000, the school has more than enough left over for some school improvements - and a special surprise for students too. “We’ll probably put the question to the kids of what they would like,” Ms Kelsall explained. She said the kids have already put forward one particular item on their wishlist: a GaGa ball pit. There are also plans to purchase athletic jerseys for students to wear during inter-

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The final tally of the fundraiser was “mind-blowing’’.

school sports competitions. It’s the most money that Devon Meadows Primary School has ever raised in a single fundraiser, and Ms Kelsall said it was a testament to the spirit of the whole school community -

from the parents and grandparents who supported the day, to the friends and distant relatives who donated. “We just wanted enough to get a defib!” she laughed.

“We were absolutely staggered, $10,000 is mind-blowing to us. “The kids had an absolute ball ... they all came back full of colour and had a great time, so it was worth it.”

An early start: Three-year-old kinder coming to Casey From 2022, the City of Casey will be expanding its kindergarten service to offer a funded three-year-old kindergarten program in addition to the four-year-old program that is currently delivered. New Victorian Government policy requires three-year-old kindergarten to be made available to all eligible children from 2022, with research showing that two years of kindergarten leads to better long-term outcomes for children both academically and socially. The council will begin offering the minimum required five hours of three-year-old kindergarten per week for each eligible child next year in a number of existing facilities. Additional staff will be employed to deliver the expanded service including teachers, assistants, team leaders and central enrolment staff. Chair of administrators Noelene Duff said the council was pleased to be able to provide this valuable program to local families and was currently working through the 10 STAR NEWS

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necessary internal processes to scale-up the program. “With the rapid growth of the City of Casey and the significant number of young families moving to the area, Council recognises the immediate need to provide threeyear-old kindergarten services,’’ Ms Duff said. “We are now in the process of upgrading our central enrolment system so that it can accommodate the additional intake of families and will be working with our kindergarten staff to determine what is needed to deliver this new program.” Registration for three-year-old kindergarten will open from July 2021 and more information will be provided over the coming months. Check the website for updates at www.casey.vic.gov.au Research shows that two years of kindergarten leads to better long-term outcomes for children both academically and socially. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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Pool ‘sham’ consultation By Cam Lucadou-Wells A community group has slammed Casey Council’s “sham” public consultation about plans to demolish the historic Doveton Pool in the Park. Doveton Eumemmerring Township Association (DETA) chair Sean Balfour said despite a large public outcry, the council appeared to have already decided to demolish the 53-yearold Olympic-sized outdoor pool. The council’s $90,000 consultation features a draft concept plan that replaces the pool with parkland. The plan suggests playgrounds, a water play splash-pad, barbecues and a group shelter on the site. The council’s online survey excludes a pool from a long list of possible features on the site. “It’s been a sham. The council has spent money to convince us we don’t need a pool,” Mr Balfour said. “There’s no mention about how to keep the pool. They’re trying to skew the results.” Mr Balfour said the council had put aside its commitment in 2019 for a $24 million upgrade of the pool, bolstered by possible state and federal grants. Casey Council also dismissed its own steering committee’s recommendation for an indoor pool and community hub created by Our Place and Doveton College. Such an option would cost up to $40 million, according to the council. Mr Balfour says: “We’re happy to have twoand-a-half pools with at least one under cover so we can have learn-to-swim lessons and lap swimming all year round.” Casey council administrators withdrew a motion on 16 March to demolish the pool after being flooded by criticism and an opposing petition of more than 2000 signatures.

They instead opted for the seven-week community consultation, emphasising no decision had yet been made. A tabled council report recommended an aquatic facility may not be a priority at the site. Instead there was a shortage of district parkland in Doveton-Eumemmerring, it stated. The report was based on expert assessments including visitor numbers, seasonal use, the pool’s age and operational and maintenance costs, the council stated. Casey administrators chair Noelene Duff said: “We acknowledge that there is a great deal of nostalgia associated with the pool. “However we also know that a significant financial investment will be required at this site over the next few years. “Therefore, it is important that we consider how the facility is being used today and what will bring the greatest benefit to the entire Casey community in the years to come.” A Heritage Assessment and expert advice was commissioned to “ensure any proposed redevelopment is respectful of the site’s heritage”. In the lead-up to the 16 March motion, DETA vigorously opposed the proposed pool closure. Local MPs Julian Hill, Luke Donnellan and Gabrielle Williams had also voiced concerns. After the meeting, DETA noted the council hadn’t ruled out an option of replacing the pool. “We are confident that if a genuine community consultation is undertaken it will reiterate that the ‘No Pool’ proposal is not something the community wants or will accept,” DETA stated. Public feedback is invited on the council’s Casey Conversations website until Friday 14 May Details: conversations.casey.vic.gov.au.

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Swing into autumn with Casey Cardinia Kids By Melissa Grant Autumn is a great time to have a family picnic or explore some new playgrounds. With the cooler weather, you can take the kids out for hours without them complaining of being too hot or too cold. The autumn edition of Casey and Cardinia Kids Today showcases the best spots to take the family for a picnic. All are a short drive for local families, including Lysterfield Park which is a fantastic spot to see wildlife, particularly during the mornings and evenings. The magazine also features five relatively new playgrounds to discover in Casey and Cardinia. The municipalities are home to some fantastic places for the kids to play - all abilities playgrounds, playgrounds with water play, playgrounds with giant slides and parks featuring flat paths perfect for bike and scooter riding. The magazine is full of great insights from parenting experts, including renowned author and psychologist Steve Biddulph, and Melbourne Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Bronwyn Hamilton. There’s also a 10-page education section featuring local schools and the latest education news, plus inspiration for parties and getting the kids active. Free copies are available at hundreds of family-friendly outlets in Casey and Cardinia, including retail centres and schools. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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Crowds throng to food, fun By Danielle Kutchel The Berwick community enjoyed one of its first days out since the easing of Covid restrictions, at the Berwick Community Food and Fun Day. The event, held on Saturday 27 March, was organised by the Berwick Beaconsfield Chamber of Commerce and the City of Casey, and saw businesses from across the town showcase their wares in fashion parades and at marketstyle stalls. Kids enjoyed jumping castles, face painting, cookie decorating and more, talented musicians kept everyone entertained and local restaurateurs pleased the crowds with delicious food. Tammy Lobato from the Chamber said the event was “very much needed for the community”. “They came out in great numbers and thrived on the opportunity to do so,” she said. “People were happy, celebrating being able to participate in a community event - we haven’t seen those for quite some time.” She said businesses from restaurants to entertainers had benefited from the surge in visitors over the day - especially those that weren’t able to open over the pandemic. Already, plans are in place to replicate the event’s success in some form in future, whether through large annual events or more regular markets, with the chamber thanking all the businesses that got involved.

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Kindly fighting bullying By Danielle Kutchel Students at Hampton Park Primary School have “taken action together” to prevent bullying. The school acknowledged the National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence on Friday 19th March, participating in activities that embodied the day’s theme, ‘take action together’. According to teacher Kristy Short, antibullying is integral to all teaching at Hampton Park Primary School, with teachers discussing it regularly and empowering students to be able to identify bullying and know what to do when it happens. This year, to mark the day, students joined together in their year level groups to create murals for the cause. “We wanted it to be big enough to display for the whole year,” Ms Short explained.

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Students each decorated their own contribution to the murals. Preps focused their pieces on superheroes and the fight against bullying; for grade ones and twos, the theme was that while students are all “different fish, at this school we all swim together”. Grade threes and fours brought an Aboriginal theme to their work with a slogan on belonging; and grade five and six students created a soccer pitch as the “defensive line against bullying”, Ms Short explained. On Friday, all students participated in a gallery walk around the school to take in the creations. Ms Short said social and emotional awareness is important at Hampton Park Primary School. “It’s a huge part of our learning - students have a really good awareness of bullying,” she said.

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I’ll make no secret of it, I love quotes. A simple one-liner can often succinctly convey more than entire paragraphs of text and effectively apply to a range of different situations. As such, I frequently use these as an integral part of some of my presentations or when doing business coaching. Here are five of my favourites (four of them come from the US): ”Action Expresses Priorities” (Ghandi). How often do your staff come to you and tell you that they were unable to complete a task because they ‘did not have time’? In reality, assuming that the impossible had not been requested, this is never actually true and so the resultant action(s) indicate an individual’s priorities. What has typically happened is that other “priorities” have occurred which can prevent the agreed task being accomplished. The best way to address this is to agree up front that should anything arise that might jeopardise the end result, these be discussed as and when they occur. ”People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care’ (Theodore Roosevelt). Obvious when you think about it, but would you rather work with someone who genuinely cares about getting a result for you but may not be an expert in the space, or someone who is an expert, but is not particularly bothered about the outcome? People who really care will do whatever it takes to achieve an objective and will learn what needs to be known in order to accomplish it. “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe” (Abraham Lincoln). In America the term “sharpening the saw” (derived from this quote) means taking the time to improve the process. This insightful quote reminds us to think carefully before embarking on a significant task to make sure that we have the right tools and mindset before we start. Rushing in before being properly prepared never gives as good a result of as will properly considering the task before it is undertaken.

TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS IAN ASH “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail” (Benjamin Franklin). Related to the above quote in many ways, this refers to the need to properly define the various steps, activities, staff, milestones and key activities required to achieve a particular outcome. The key here is that this stuff needs to be written down so that it can be shared and referred to on a regular basis. I frequently encounter businesses that say they have a plan, but if it is not documented and published, it doesn’t actually exist. “If you don’t know what you stand for, you will fall for anything” (Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the USA). One of the reasons I particularly like this quote is that it gets to the heart of why company culture in a business is so important. Like it or not, every business has a culture, but defining precisely what you would like this to be and then working towards it will speak volumes about the nature of your business and why people should want to engage with you. A well-defined company culture can be used to attract the right staff, set expectations of behaviour of those within it, be used as the basis for expressing your value proposition through your website and other marketing material and finally defining those key differentiators that separate you from the rest. I would love to hear about any business quotes that you regularly employ. Ian Ash is the Managing Director OrgMent Business Solutions - www.ombs.com.au cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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Celebrating all cultures By Danielle Kutchel Brentwood Park WASEMA Friendship Cafe played host to a colourful celebration of culture for Harmony Day 2021. The ladies of the Friendship Cafe came together on Thursday 25 March to share their culture and stories with new friends and old. Facilitator Zoh Hasib said guests joined in Arabic, Iranian, and Indian dancing and swapped stories of their traditions. Those who were unable to make it in person jumped on Zoom to be part of the festivities. Local businesses donated hampers as prizes on the day, and some of the guests wore their traditional dress. Ms Hasib said Harmony Day helped the group to get to know each other better.

“It’s a place for them to come in, have an amazing time, feel connected and feel part of something,” she said. “To me, everyone deserves the same love, the same respect and the same belonging.” The Friendship Cafe, which only began its in-person meetings this year, is a safe place of no judgement, Ms Hasib said, with the ladies supporting each other and asking questions to learn more about each other’s cultural backgrounds. “The embracing of culture that came from the ladies (was beautiful),” she said. “Our cultures and religious beliefs are not a barrier - clearly, it’s an advantage in this group!” she added. Find out more about the Brentwood Park WASEMA Friendship Cafe on Facebook.

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Rex name shame By Mitchell Clarke Almost one year since alleged corruption was exposed within the City of Casey, a former councillor is still fighting to clear his name. Former Springfield Ward councillor Rex Flannery, who resigned as deputy mayor just days before the State Government sensationally sacked the entire council in February 2020, says the events of the past 12 months are still “eating” him up. He has now officially requested that his name is removed from both a councillor honour board in the customer service centre and a wall plaque in Bunjil Place. “I have never had any involvement into this alleged corruption scandal and therefore I do not wish to have my name associated with past or former councillors who may have brought our City of Casey into disrepute,” he told Star News. “People look at your name and they see that you’re from Casey Council and immediately they put you in that same mould, which couldn’t be further than the truth. “It’s just horrible to have been a councillor in that term. It gives you a sickening feeling in your gut and now I have to live with that.“ Mr Flannery argues his name should never have been placed on the plaque celebrating the $126 million Bunjil development because at the time he didn’t support the project. “I guess I’ve eaten a little bit of humble pie with Bunjil Place. I’ve been able to see the value that place brings to the community but at the time I was against the development and I wasn’t once consulted (about having my name included),” he said. He also claims former ex-ward partner, Sam Aziz, stated to him that he “wished he never had my name added to the plaque”. “That was the only time I agreed with him,” Mr Flannery said. While Mr Flannery hasn’t accused any former councillor of committing wrongdoing, he said anyone found guilty from the IBAC hearing should immediately have their honours stripped. “They need to have their plaques removed

Rex name shame Almost one year since alleged corruption was exposed within the City of Casey, a former councillor is still fighting to clear his name.

Rex Flannery, pictured in late 2015, wants his name stripped from council. 148005 from anywhere within the City of Casey ... whether it’s a plaque in the botanical gardens or in Bunjil Place, I want them removed so they have absolutely no recognition anymore,” he said. “They’ve disgraced themselves and they’ve disgraced the council. They’ve taken something away from me that I totally enjoyed. I loved serving the Casey community. I just want some clarity as to what way it’s going to go.” Since his resignation, Mr Flannery has been working in an operating theatre at a local hospital. He said he has every intention to run for council again in 2024.

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“I want to get back into serving the community again. I want to run again and I want to get my name back on the honour board for the right reasons. At the moment it’s a dishonour board,” he said. Star News understands Mr Flannery has put forward his request to be heard by the administrators at the next council meeting, slated for Tuesday 2 February.“It’s up to them now but a year later, this is still eating at me. I need closure and this is one way that I can get it,“ he said. “I played no part in any downturn or sacking of the council and I feel it’s my duty to say that I don’t want to be a part of or in any way

Bunjil Place. associated with the 2016-20 term.” Casey’s governance manager Rhys Matulis said: “Given the IBAC investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment on that matter. Council has received and will consider Mr Flannery’s request in due course.”

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History entries open The Victorian Community History Awards are held annually to recognise the contributions made by Victorians in the preservation of the state’s fascinating history. Presented by Public Record Office Victoria and the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, the awards celebrate the people involved in community history projects who are dedicated to telling their local stories and help Victorians to better understand their past. Entries are now open for 2021 across the following categories: Victorian Premier’s History Award - $5000 Collaborative Community History Project $2000 Local History Project - $2000 History Publication - $2000 Local History - Small Publication - $1500

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· Digital Storytelling - $1500 · Community Diversity - $1500 · Historical Interpretation - $1500 · Oral History (presented with Oral History Victoria) - $1500 · History Article - $500 Past award-winning and commended projects have included local history publications and exhibitions by history groups and museums, sports histories by local clubs and fans, honour boards and displays by RSLs and schools and individual documentary projects, publications, apps and websites by individuals seeking to share the stories of their towns, businesses, and local people. All entries must be received by 5pm Wednesday 7 July 2020. Visit prov.vic.gov.au for details.

Amanda Scardamaglia, winner of the Victorian Premier’s History Award in 2020.

State throws $572k support behind the dedicated but ‘forgotten’ family carers The second round of the $572,000 Supporting Carers Locally Grants is now open - part of a State Government program aimed at increasing support of carer health and wellbeing. Grants of $20,000 to $40,000 are available for local community organisations to increase opportunities for carers to be physically and mentally healthy and boost social connectivity for carers with family, friends, other carers and their local community. Across Victoria, more than 736,000 carers give their time and effort to look after a family member or friend who needs them. Unpaid carers support people with different care needs including people with chronic disease, mental illness, people with a disability, older people with care needs and those receiving end-of-life or palliative care. The recent Mental Health Royal Commission final report identified the importance of

fied the importance of the role of carers and of involving and supporting them. Giving carers the support they need is a key priority of the State Government through the Victorian Carer Strategy 201822 - the first whole-of-government strategy recognising carers.

The funding aims to boost social connectivity for carers. Picture: MATTHIAS ZOMER supporting the mental health of carers as a key focus. The final report of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System identi-

Honouring refugees Nominations are now open for the 2021 Victorian Refugee Awards, which recognise the achievements and contributions of Victorians from refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds. The annual awards honour people, businesses and organisations who have excelled through study, work, entrepreneurial or volunteer efforts in Victoria. Multiple awards will be presented across four categories - Young Leader, Achievement, Leadership and Business. The awards will be a key part of Refugee Week, which will run from Sunday 20 June to Saturday 26 June this year. Refugee Week raises awareness about issues affecting refugees and celebrates their contribution to our county and our community. The theme for this year is Unity - The Way Forward, which calls for the spirit of unity as communities recover from the isolation endured in 2020. In addition to the Awards, the Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) is supporting a series of community events over the week to share refugee experiences, delivered by the VMC Regional Advisory Councils. For more information about eligibility and how to nominate, visit multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/victorian-refugee-awards Nominations must be submitted online by 11.59pm on Saturday 24 April and individuals can self-nominate.

“We want carers in all parts of Victoria to be happy and healthy, with support in their community and the opportunity to connect with others - that’s why this funding is so vital,” said Minister for Disability, Ageing and Carers Luke Donnellan. Applications close on Saturday 24 April. For more information visit vic.gov.au/ dffh/supporting-carers-locally-grants-program-2021-22-round-2. Nominations are now open for the awards.

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People are being advised to organise their influenza vaccine around their eligible time for the Covid-19 vaccine. Those in the early phases of the roll out should receive their Covid-19 jab before getting their flu vaccination. While those who might not receive their Covid-19 vaccination until later in the year, should get their flu vaccination first. A 14 day period between getting both vaccines is advised, regardless of which order they are done.

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Damian Burns, SES Narre Warren controller with Tracy Radley, Narre Warren South Cub Scouts leader.

A new honour for Scouts By Danielle Kutchel Scouts from the Narre Warren South Scout Group are among the first in the country to receive a new badge, in collaboration with the SES. The Scouts Australia SES Badge was adopted nationally in 2019, and aims to increase youth members’ awareness of, and practical skills in, disaster resilience. The first Scouting group to receive the badge was in WA. Narre Warren South Scouts are the first in Victoria to sport the badge on their sleeve, after an official presentation on Friday 26 March. Damian Burns, SES Narre Warren con-

troller, helped present the new badges to the Scouts on the night. He said SES volunteers attended the presentation and provided a demonstration of their equipment and skills. “It’s exciting for us as it builds recognition of our service, but also the Scouts become aware of the SES, how we help them and their family, and the role we play in the emergency services landscape,” he said. Tracy Radley, Narre Warren South Cub Scouts leader, said the group had come away from the night with “a new appreciation of another emergency service”. Prior to the visit, the Scouts went to work learning all about the SES, from the phone

number to call, to what constitutes an emergency and how to make an emergency plan. Scouts also learned to use some power tools and put their skills to use making billy carts. It’s hoped that some of the badge recipients will be inspired to volunteer with the SES when they are old enough. “It’s a natural segue. We share some of their values,” Mr Burns explained. “It would be great for some of those young Scouts to join us as junior members ... and continue to be community minded.” The badge is now an ongoing part of the Scouting program. “I think they’ll be wearing them with some pride,” Ms Radley said.

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Shooting for the stars By Cam Lucadou-Wells Hallam Senior College is changing the game with the launch of four specialist academies. Its sport, aviation technology, Microsoft IT and creative and performing arts academies are part of a push to “level the playing field” in one of the state’s most disadvantaged regions. Students get a chance to follow their passions - and it ignites their engagement at school, Hallam Senior’s partnership manager Keith Pimblett says. “This is important stuff - they love it in here,” he says as sports academy students enthusiastically lift weights in the well-equipped gym. “Some of these kids are in here at 7am training. We run sessions before, during and after school. “It gives them something to look forward to.” The Hallam Senior College Sports Academy offers career pathways in fields like coaching, sports admin and physiotherapy. With a fully-equipped gym, ovals and courts, it trains boys and girls in Australian Rules, basketball, rugby league and soccer, as well as netball. It also offers a talented athletes programs for individual sports such as tennis, golf, athletics and swimming. On hand are external coaches that provide specialist training, as well as sports science students from Deakin and La Trobe universities. The academy looks outwards, forging partnerships. Several students train with Dandenong Southern Stingrays AFL under-18s. NRL club Melbourne Storm’s under 20s team trains at the college. It’s in keeping with the college’s adoption of a Berry Street model of “positive education” that promotes wellness and wellbeing. “Once that becomes a focus, the relationships between the teacher and students im-

NRL boys program members Ishmael, Sheldon, John, Aliena, Rua, Quaider with coach and assistant principal Jamie Fardell. 231549 prove,” Mr Pimblett says. “You view the world as a glass half-full, not half-empty.” At the same time the sports training teaches teamwork, helps control behaviour and builds social connection. Hallam Senior’s business manager Jason Patten, a former AFL club rehab coach, said the academies were also raising expectations within the school. “The school provides much more to its community than people estimate. “I’m still amazed by the amount of care the staff have for these kids - who have had a difficult time in things.” The barriers and challenges are laid bare

first thing in the morning at the college’s breakfast club. Up to 50 students a day are fed at the club, and families are supplied with grocery staples from FoodBank. Which underlines the importance of the positive approach. The college’s other academies include an Innovation Academy that offers higher-level chances for students skilled in trades, engineering, IT and science. They can gain Microsoft certification in data business and cloud-based skills, IT gaming competitions and challenges such as World Skills trades competitions and a solar car and human-powered vehicle. The creative and performing arts academy also offers career pathways in music, dance,

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Midsumma in Casey By Danielle Kutchel Midsumma is coming to Casey for the first time this April, providing a space for the local LGBTQIA+ community to connect and celebrate. Midsumma is Australia’s premier queer arts and cultural organisation, bringing together a diverse mix of LGBTQIA+ artists, performers, communities and audiences. The relaxed pack-your-own picnic event at Selandra Community Hub on Sunday 18 April will feature: a warm and welcoming conversation with local residents led by queer, non-binary transgender author / activist / advocate Nevo Zisin about culture, faith, intersectionality, LGBTIQ+ identity and connection and belonging drag story telling by Jesse Dean and Rex Spandex a dance session led by LifeView, a Rainbow Tick accredited provider of residential care musical and dance performances a chill out space face painting for all ages view Connection Arts Space’s new art exhibi-

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munity and feel like there is support and social connections they can make locally.” She said there is potential for further LGBTQIA+ events to be held in the City of Casey as community members and groups connect with each other. In recent years the City of Casey has taken steps to recognise the local rainbow community; in 2020, the flag was raised for IDAHOBIT, the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia. Also last year, Ms Petty said, the Casey Rainbow Community marched in the Midsumma Pride March, bringing further attention to local LGBTQIA+ people. Likewise, a Casey Midsumma is something the community has been asking for - and Ms Petty said organisers are pleased to be able to deliver it. To keep the event Covid-safe, attendees are asked to book tickets, however Midsumma in Casey is free. Midsumma in Casey will be held at Selandra Community Hub, 7-9 Selandra Boulevard, Clyde North on Sunday 18 April, 11am - 3pm. Tickets are free. For bookings and more information, visit www.midsumma.org.au

Casey choir’s classic opera turn in May By Danielle Kutchel A Casey choir will take to the stage in an operatic classic later this year, joined by Australia’s leading opera company. The Melbourne Youth Chorale - formerly Berwick Youth Choir - will perform ‘Carmen’ with Opera Australia at Bunjil Place on Friday 28 May. Kerry Alexander, vice president of the chorale, said the event was an “exciting opportunity” for the performers. “Our choristers are really looking forward to the experience of actually performing on stage with Opera Australia,” she said. After nine months of online rehearsals, the

choir is back learning music face-to-face once more. Ms Alexander said she’s proud of her singers for rising to the challenge and learning the music to Carmen in just over two months - a very tight turnaround. It’s not the first time the Melbourne Youth Chorale has had the chance to perform with Opera Australia; the two first collaborated in 2018 on Madame Butterfly. Chorister Catherine Charles is fortunate to have been involved in Madame Butterfly and is now looking forward to her role in Carmen. “It’s even more exciting to be invited to perform a second time in Carmen. It’s such a famous and dramatic opera,” she said.

The Berwick local is no stranger to challenging operatic pieces; in Madame Butterfly, she and her fellow choristers performed the Humming Chorus, which she described as “sad but very beautiful”. “It was a challenge to learn to control your breathing for that piece,” she recalled. One of her favourite memories of Madame Butterfly is of watching the costume makers creating a wig for character Cio-Cio San the eponymous Madame Butterfly. This time around, she’s also looking forward to seeing the costumes and sets, as well as learning the music for Carmen. For tickets visit https://www.bunjilplace. com.au/opera-australia-carmen

WHAT’S ON 1pm - Pakenham Community Centre; and Dancercise (exercise to music and jazz dancing) Thursdays 1115 am. Chase the winter blues away and join us! For more details ring or message Di Marsh on 0408343202, or email difen69@bigpond.net.au

Art for Healing Workshop:

Thursday, 8 April 2021 from 10:00-13:00 at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House. Come and join us as we explore healing through artistic expression, exploring communication, reflection and storytelling. This activity is free but places are limited and bookings are essential, so please contact bookings@bpnh. org.au or 8743 0671. Due to the nature of the event this is an adults only activity.

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Western Port Craft Expo:

After being forced to cancel in 2020, the Western Port Craft Expo is back! Featuring workshops, new crafts to try, craft for kids, talks, craft to buy, demonstrations and refreshments. Saturday 10 April, 10am-4pm at Hastings Community Hub, 1973 FrankstonFlinders Road, Hastings. Entry $5 Adults / $2 School-age Kids. Find out more at www. wpcraftexpo.com or for enquiries call 0477 149 734. Also on Facebook and Instagram.

Kaduna Park movie night:

Come and enjoy the Kaduna Park Movie Night hosted by Parklea for residents of the estate on Saturday 10 April. The first movie is Aladdin (PG) and screens at 5.30pm (runs 128mins) and the second movie is Instant Family (PG) and screens at 7.30pm (runs 118mins). Kids can enjoy free airbrush tattoos and giant games. Delight in free popcorn and support the local Rotary Club of Pakenham with their sausage sizzle sale on the night! Please BYO low chair and/or picnic rug. No alcohol consumption is permitted on the night. Pre-register for tickets at https://www. eventbrite.com.au/e/parklea-movie-night-tickets-144312140497.

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ily featuring free fishing clinics for children, live music, active games, craft, food and drink and more. Every child who participates in a clinic will receive a free fishing rod. Entry permitted to event precinct from 10am - 4pm with your fishing clinic ticket. Head to vfa.vic.gov.au/recreational-fishing/ events/vfa-events/vicfishkids to book.

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BPNH Crazy Circus Day: A full day of Crazy Circus fun on Wednesday 14 April. Learn how to spin plates, get bendy and strong with acrobatics, hula hoop like a pro, learn how to juggle and more. At the end of the day, display your tricks in your very own circus. Eat morning tea before the session as it is a VERY active program! BYO lunch (no soft drink or nuts) and water bottle. The session starts at 10am, please arrive at 9:45. This activity is for Primary School aged children only. Tickets $25, book via the office or events.humanitix.com/ bpnh-crazy-circus-day Any questions please contact Brentwood Park

Join our Children’s Alcohol Ink Workshop on Thursday 15 April, 12-1.30pm, run by our resident artist Viv. This workshop is for students aged 8 - 12years. $20 per student (plus booking fees), bookings are essential. Contact the Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House office on 8743 0671 or book online: https://events. humanitix.com/school-holiday-art-workshop

New Vogue, Ballroom, Latin Dancing, and Dancercise:

Cold weather is coming so get those dancing shoes on and keep warm! New classes begin for Term 2 on Tuesday 20 April in Narre Warren, Beaconsfield, and Pakenham. Classes in all styles are taught by a friendly accredited instructor. Classes include Ballroom and Latin, Tuesdays 7pm - Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre, Wednesdays 6pm and 7pm - Foundation Learning Centre Narre Warren, Thursdays

Learn/refresh basic computer skills like introduction to computer, internet application, MS Office - Basic, prepare documents and prepare simple budget. Days: Thursdays, time: 1.00pm to 3.00pm (Afternoon session). Cost: $25 per term (membership fees of $6.00 per annum applies). For enquires and booking contact the office - 9704 2781. Venue: Oakgrove Community Centre, 89-101 Oakgrove Drive, Narre Warren South 3805.

Employability Skills (Pre- Accredited):

This Employability Skills course will cover everything you need to prepare you for your search for employment. Day: Wednesdays, time: 10.00am to 12.00pm. Cost: $25 per term (membership fees of $6.00 per annum applies). For enquiries and booking contact the office - 9704 2781. Venue: Oakgrove Community Centre - 89-101 Oakgrove Drive, Narre Warren South 3805.

Yoga and Mindfulness classes for kids:

Fun and creative class for kids to learn to use their body and mind in a healthy way. Program includes: yoga, mindful activity, creative art, story time, games, music and more. Day: Sundays, time: 4pm to 5pm. Cost: $80 per term (membership fees of $6.00 per annum applies). For enquires and booking contact Anu - 0432246674. Venue: Oakgrove Community Centre - 89 -101 Oakgrove Drive, Narre Warren South 3805.

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The DDCA Turf 1 premiers, Hallam Kalora Park. 232575 Bears, crossed past 50 and was holding the innings together with pure class and determination. After a 126-ball stay at the crease, Hillard’s vital - if not match-defining 54 - came to an unfortunate end, when Kellepotha ran out the opener after a searing throw. At 6/114, the Bears were in utter control at this point, before the experience of Steve Gilmour counted. There wouldn’t be many more important 30 not outs in recent memory than what Gilmour produced. Calm, measured and with enough power to worry the Bears, it was a brilliant hand. With boundaries so hard to find, the exVictorian quick slapped two, utilising his 37ball stay at the crease to produce not only vital runs, but match-winning ones as his side clawed its way to 7/151 after its 45 overs. There was plenty of performances of note for the Bears, with Kellepotha’s 3/49 the pick. But the stage was set for Sunday. Perfect weather. The sun baking on the pitch. And for the Bears, it couldn’t afford to lose its champion skipper Matthew Chasemore in the opening exchanges, with Hawks quick Will Whyte truly on song. Alongside Hammond, Whyte really set the tone with the new ball as he’s done all season. Jordan Cleland (30) was looking solid for the Bears as they scratched to 1/19 from 10 overs, but a double-strike from Steve Gilmour (2/31) - that of Brodie Emmett and danger man Na-

than Pilon had the visitors 3/30 and in trouble. As he does so well, Ruwantha Kellepotha (22) looked to take the game on, belting two boundaries early as he and Cleland compiled a 32-run stand, but some class spin bowling from Sachith Jayasingha (2/17) saw Cleland spun out with a ripping delivery, before the big wicket. Looking to clear the rope with a slog sweep, Kellepotha holed out to the boundary to send the Hawks fans into raptures. It looked game over as the Hawks strangled the Bears and didn’t allow them one easy run, before James Wilcock and Brendan Rose came together at 7/84 to give it one last crack. With time against them, the pair battled hard, ran through the wickets with plenty of vigour and desperately look to pierce the gaps. The equation was 42 to win off six overs, and eventually that was slashed to 26 from three overs with Jordan Hammond and Will Whyte putting together some high class bowling late in the piece. The dagger came in the last over and with 14 left to get. Brendan Rose, after a gritty 33 from 42 balls, went searching for a maximum but was caught, before Jarrod Goodes was run out pushing hard between the wickets. With eight needed off the final ball of the season, it was only fitting that Whyte would snare the all-important premiership scalp, with a catch on the boundary just that sweet icing on the cake. There was many contenders for the Damien Fleming Medallist for best afield - Ben Hillard’s

Pictures: ROB CAREW gritty half-century, Ruwantha Kellepotha’s 3/49 and 22, and Will Whyte’s stirring 3/31, but the nod went to Steve Gilmour, whose contribution in key moments for the Hawks will go down in folklore. “It’s unbelievable, its personally one of the best feelings I’ve ever had in sport,” Hawks skipper Jordan Hammond told Star News. “Apart from last year playing with Casey, I’ve been playing with these boys for about eight or nine senior seasons, the same group of blokes, so it’s been a long time coming. “There’s three or four that I’ve played cricket with for 15 years, from being juniors, Ryan Hillard, Ben Hillard, Rob Parker and even guys like Jagveer Hayer who left at the start of the year, Leigh Booth, Lee Brown, it’s unbelievable. “We’ve fallen short a few times, but every year we’ve just gotten better - finally this year we went this step further, I honestly can’t believe it.” Hammond described the grand final as the best game of cricket he’s been involved with. “That’s the most pressure I’ve personally faced - Berwick are a fantastic team, and a fantastic club, they’ve got talent everywhere,” he said. “We had them 7/80, and we just knew that the game wasn’t over - they’ve got great players, batted deep and made a game of it. “That’s the biggest game I’ve ever played in, and the best win I’ve ever been involved in.” It was a season of uncertainties, but one thing is certain - these Hawks are one hell of a side. Thursday, 1 April, 2021

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He’s back - Marc Holt is ready to kick mountains of goals once again for Cranbourne. 182157 modified than other guys, but he’s totally committed,” he said. “He wants to go out on a high if this year does happen to be his last, and he wants it to be a successful one, he’s got some personal goals he wants to achieve. “Moving to our new ground, he wants to make that a real success, and stamp his name on it as you can imagine. “He just brings excitement - as soon as he walks into the club everyone steps up a notch. When he talks everyone listens. “It’s really exciting.” The Premier Division season will look different than its inaugural season in 2019, with O’Brien one of many coaches with the same mindset - it’s going to be a tough, even and incredibly competitive competition in 2021. The Eagles - who made a semi-final in 2019 - will understand that despite its strong list and exciting youngsters, other clubs have rapidly improved around them. “We’ve learnt a heck of a lot from 2019, it

was a massive adjustment playing against teams you haven’t played before,” he said. “For the sides up the hills and for us, it was playing on grounds totally foreign to us, and that was a huge adjustment particular for us, we really struggled early days playing on those smaller grounds. “To have that experience and knowing what you’re up against is a big learning - and that’s the same for the sides up there, we play on big grounds and play a pretty fast brand of footy. “From what I’m reading, seeing and hearing, all of the clubs up there in the hills have gone out to address that and bring more run and speed into their games. “It’ll be very even I reckon - Woori has brought back a lot of guys; Olinda look like they’ve recruited really well so I expect them to make big moves this season. Even Upwey have brought in a few, so the competition is going to be even, which is what we ultimately want.” And for the Eagles, they will meet Woori Yallock in Round 1 away from home in what will

Picture: ROB CAREW be a huge test for both highly fancied sides, before what will be a memorable home game in Round 2 against Beaconsfield, where the club will play its first game at its new Livingston Estate facility. The Eagles are excited to call the facility home for many generations to come. “We’ve had a lot of issues with Casey Fields, it did serve its purpose for us, but things like not being able to take gate takings, to all those little things it put pressure on the club,” he said. “So to eliminate those issues is going to be so helpful for the club moving forward. “It’s an exciting time, it’s a great facility and the ovals are just magnificent. “We’re doing a fair work on it now with the leadership group about it being an opportunity to put our imprint on the footy club, setting new standards and what the future will look like for future Cranbourne people. “We want to create a great culture at our new Cranbourne facility.”

History in the making as Cranbourne bowls them over History was in the making with Cranbourne bowlers winning three home game semi-finals and one team going on to win the grand final last Thursday. Cranbourne Bowls Club had the rare privilege of playing and supporting three sides at home to victory last Tuesday in semi-finals games. What an atmosphere with the home teams playing some great bowls and putting on a treat for the supporters. Two days later the grand finals were played and side four came home with a great victory, allowing all club members to join in with their joy after the game. Side 1 Division 2 Sec 6 Cranbourne 1, defeated Narre Warren 1 (74/45) to progress to Thursday’s final at Burden Park against Dandenong Club 1. Cranbourne 1 were outplayed on the day and lost to Dandenong Club 50/65. The club was very proud of all players having had a wonderful bowling season under extreme conditions. A number of players were given an opportunity to play at a higher level and they did a great job. 26 STAR NEWS

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Side 3 Division 4 Sec 6 Cranbourne 3 defeated Dandenong Club 4 (54/37) to progress to Thursday’s final against Keysborough 3 at Berwick. After an extremely late venue change and ending up in Pakenham to play, under the roof, Cranbourne 3 lost to Keysborough 3, 45/69. Although disappointed that they did not win, this team had an excellent year that will now set them up for next year. Side 4 Division 4 Sec 8 In the semi-final Cranbourne 4 defeated Royal Melbourne Golf 2 (83/35) to progress to Thursday’s final against Cheltenham 3 at Beaumaris BC. In the grand-final Cranbourne 4 defeated Cheltenham 3 comprehensively, 73/49. Wow, this team is simply the best and what a great result. They now go on to play against Altona Sports Club on Tuesday at Elsternwick Bowls club for the start of the Divisional playoffs. Go Cranny!

Cranbourne 4 winning team from back left: Mick Feeley, Rob Sorensen, John Gardner, John Kent, Peter West, Allen Skurrie, Liz Hughes, Brian Turton, Ron Fenton, Olive Stanley, Dennis Tomlin and John Forsythe. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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Rampaging Bulls deliver By David Nagel Cardinia is the champion team of the West Gippsland Cricket Association (WGCA) for the first time in 12 years after the Bulls defeated Kooweerup in an absorbing Premier Division contest at Gunton Oval on Saturday. The Bulls made 111 from their 40 overs, courtesy of a patient vigil from retiring number-five batsman Justin Berry (29), before its slow-bowling stocks strangled and frustrated the Demons to the point of no return. It took until the 24th over for the Demons to finally crack, with Lex Duff Medallist Travis Wheller claiming the key wickets of Chris O’Hara (14) and Jess Mathers (0) – within the space of three balls - to turn the tide heavily in the Bulls’ favour. Kooweerup would slump from 2/50 in its 16th over to be all out for 83 – losing 8/33 in a stunning climax to what was a memorable one-day season. Berry and Wheller were outstanding for the Bulls – but the real hero, the talking point of the day, was a magnificently presented oval that has unique qualities like no other in the WGCA. Gunton Oval is a glorious country cricket ground, a special place to play the game, but it’s perfectly cut soft surface does not lend itself to high scores. That’s not a criticism. Some of the best and most memorable Melbourne Cups have been run on soft ground - it just takes a little longer to get there that’s all! By any measure the Bulls mediocre total of 111 would be at least the equivalent of a 165 to 170 score at the Demons’ home ground at Denham’s Road. Punishing drives, delightful cuts, welltimed flicks through mid-wicket, and powerful pulls, all stopped quickly, either plugging in the soft surface or failing to race through the thick terrain. “As much as I would like it to be quick, being a batsman, it’s a massive advantage for our team to play here,” said premiership-winning skipper Jake Prosser after the match. “We’ve adapted our game to playing here and we know what’s a good score. We thought anything over 90 would be defendable but we really wanted the triple figures.” That aim was achieved, with Berry slapping two towering blows over the fence in both the 33rd and final overs. His remaining 17 runs came from 57 balls and more than an hourand-twenty-minutes at the crease – an innings more typical of the build up to tea in a two-day final. Berry’s two sixes were the only balls to reach the boundary for the entirety of the Bulls’ innings. Alex Nooy (15) and Bradey Welsh (15) also made contributions, while the spin-bowling of Matt Bright (2/23) was important for the Demons, first deceiving Nooy before removing his opening partner Wheller (10) with a biggripping off-spinner. Nathan Voss (3/23) took bowling honours for the Demons, while vice-captain Luke McMaster (1/8) bowled with great speed and con-

Trav Wheeler is mobbed by team mates after bowling Jess Mathers for a second ball duck. 232583 trol – with four maidens from his eight over spell. The Demons fielded well and took most of their opportunities, with the run outs of Prosser (8), Leigh Paterson (0) and Ricky Campbell (5) all resulting from a tremendous build-up of pressure. Heavy rain clouds swept through Cardinia during the tea break, but cleared quickly for only a slight delay in play. Both the large crowd in attendance, and the game, came to life upon resumption. Chris Bright is the Demons’ best player – their captain and opener - and his consistently hard-hitting provided the biggest threat to the Bulls’ premiership hopes. A 10 to 15-over cameo – and this would-be all-over bar the shouting. Bright doesn’t worry about slow grounds – he hits over them! The pressure was intense early with Prosser dropping a catch-of-the-century contender at short cover-point as the Demons showed al lot more intent with the willow. McMaster (5) went in over three, edging to Dwayne Doig off Matt Welsh, before the first of three massive key moments took place. Dean Henwood (2/17) bowled what he described later as a “terrible ball”, short and wide outside off stump, which enticed Bright, who edged to the safe hands of Campbell at slip.

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That’s it! Nathan Volpe runs out Matt Bright and lets the celebrations begin. 232583

The Bulls were up and about but a partnership between the wily veteran O’Hara and the flamboyant Steve Dillion (25) threatened to ruin the party. Dillon smashed a towering six in the ninth over, and then survived a stumping chance in the 11th, before relieving some pressure with seven runs from the 15th to have the Demons on top at 2/50. But then key moment two arrived – with Dillon being adjudged LBW to Doig (1/9). Put it this way - there was certainly no benefit of the doubt given to the batsman on this one.

Wheller then weaved his magic, first tying down and dismissing O’Hara, before the wicket of Mathers sent the Demons into free-fall. Key moment three would set the Bulls on the final path to victory. The run-out of Matt Bright (4) would be the final wicket to fall – the final act of an intriguing afternoon of cricket. Wheller was the hero, but would have to share the stage with a unique cricket ground that certainly played its part in the Bulls’ success. They need to get a 400-metre-long lanyard – and put a medal around its neck! Congratulations Cardinia on its first topflight premiership since 2009.

Top-class grand final weekend for Casey softball Mother Nature wasn’t on our side for grand final day, but she came good in the end. The day had everything, tight games, amazing plays, and awesome hitting, and the first ever grand final under lights at the Casey Softball Association (CSA). The Under 16s had the worst of the weather, playing in cool and showery conditions, however the game was top class, between the two top teams, Cobras Maroon and Doveton. Both pitchers Rachel Steendam and Keira Hoad pitched well and made it hard to score. At the end of the third it was Cobras up 3-2. Both teams displayed great fielding skills, with Doveton first base Ella Dvornik fielding well, and Cobras’ Logan Wingrave taking a great catch in centre field. Both teams scored three in the fourth, while the next two innings were scoreless with Cobras winning a thriller 6-5. Best cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

player of the grand final was Cobras’ Rachel Steendam with great pitching and solid batting including a stand-up triple to right field. The Under 13s had a great season learning all the basics of softball and having lots of fun! For grand final day they all dressed up, with everyone getting into the spirit of the day, including the coaches! Thank you to all the wonderful players, coaches and parents who have made this season possible. The top of the table Social Women’s grand final between Berwick Geronimo and Cranbourne Comets didn’t disappoint. Cranbourne started strong and jumped out to an early 7-2 lead. Geronimo kept chipping away, with consistent batting from Shelly Ryder and Jo Haines. Coming into the final innings the score

was all tied up at 9-9. Geronimo switched into top gear with a 12-run last innings to win 21-9, but the final score doesn’t reflect the quality and intensity of the game. Well done to Geronimos’ Shelley Ryder who was best on ground, and to Comets’ Deb Milton who was the Social Women’s MVP for season 2020/21. The Open Men grand final was between Chiefs and Southern Knights. Chiefs’ lead-off batter Ethan Chavasse started the game with a great triple, with the Chiefs scoring two runs in the first. After that it was all Southern Knights. Five of their batters had over the fence home runs. Pitcher Sam Beales didn’t give an inch keeping Chiefs scoreless after the first innings. Southern Knights finished up very comfortable 21-2 winners. Southern Knights’ Sam Beales was best on ground. Congratulations

to Cobras Alex Chapman who was Open Men’s MVP for season 2020/21. For the first time CSA held a grand final under lights. The best was definitely saved to last with an amazing game between Chiefs and Doveton Destroyers. There was absolutely nothing between them with scores nil all heading into the sixth innings. Both pitchers Kiara Rhind-Luke for Chiefs and Jacqui Davis for Destroyers were pitching their hearts out, giving nothing away. At the bottom of the sixth, Chiefs had a couple of runners on with Brenda Nicholson up to bat. A safe hit saw young speedster Brodie Hendy score the only run of the game. At the end of seven extremely tight innings, Chiefs won 1-0. Brenda Nicholson was the game’s MVP with strong batting throughout the game, and the games only RBI. Thursday, 1 April, 2021

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