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22 years in jail By Cam Lucadou-Wells An ice-addled truck driver who hardly slept for days before fatally running down four police officers in a freeway emergency lane has been jailed for up to 22 years. Mohinder Bajwa Singh, 48, of Cranbourne pleaded guilty to four counts of culpable driving causing the death of Victoria Police officers Leading Senior Constable Lynette Taylor, Constable Glen Humphris, Senior Constable Kevin King and Constable Joshua Prestney. He also pleaded guilty to three counts of trafficking illicit drugs - ice, cannabis and 1,4-butanediol. Without braking, Singh’s prime mover ploughed into two parked police vehicles and Richard Pusey’s intercepted Porsche in the Eastern Freeway emergency lane about 5.36pm on 22 April 2020. In sentencing, Supreme Court judge Paul Coghlan said “chilling” dashcam footage showed the police officers had “no hope” as they stood next to their vehicles. Their deaths were “entirely unnecessary” and “should have been avoided”. “Their deaths were caused by you,” Justice Coghlan told Singh on 14 April. In the days before the crash, Singh used and trafficked drugs, spoke often of being stalked by witches and stick figures, and took little time to rest. He was so impaired on ice he was incapable of properly controlling a vehicle at the time. At most, he rested for just five hours in the 72 hours before the crash. His level of sleep deprivation was equivalent to driving with a 0.3 blood-alcohol reading. Justice Coghlan noted Singh’s mental health issues including a meth-induced psychosis at the time. But Singh still knew he shouldn’t have been driving under fatigue and the influence of ice. He knew that he was “doing the wrong thing” - and the decision to drive was his.
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He was observed by some of his drug associates as “off his head”. One of whom told him “he would kill someone if he didn’t get some sleep”. Justice Coghlan noted Singh reported ghosts and supernatural phenomena since age 5. From 2016, Singh recommenced smoking, snorting and injecting ice on a daily basis. He took it to stay awake while driving trucks, he said. He was also reporting seeing lights and dead people such as World War II soldiers, but didn’t report mental health issues during several visits to GPs. Justice Coghlan said Singh had “some” prospects of rehabilitation. He also noted the “thoughtful, considerate, powerful and moving” victim impact statements by the police officers’ partners, children, parents, grandparents, siblings and colleagues as well as eyewitnesses. Many of them delivered them in-person and in front of the culprit. “We can only hope as a community that as time goes by, some amelioration of their suffering can come about,” Justice Coghlan said. After the sentence, the officers’ families stated “justice has now been served” but “no amount of punishment can replace the loss of our loved ones and the missing place at our tables that will be felt by us for the rest of our lives”. They thanked people from across Victoria, Australia and the world for their “outpouring of love”. “We are consoled by the fact that our four will not be forgotten as we continue to carry them in our hearts.” Singh, who has served 357 days in pre-sentence custody, was jailed for up to 22 years. The maximum jail term for each culpable driving charge was 20 years. He will be eligible for parole after 18-and-ahalf years. Singh was disqualified from driving for 10 years.
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His proposition that he’d acted out of a fear of losing his job was “illusory” and “selfish”. Hours before the crash, an associate was told by Singh that “the witches are coming and we have to leave.” “I had never seen anyone as drug f***ed in my life,” the associate later told police.
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“He hadn’t slept for eight days”. About 4.30am that morning, Singh told his son that “a witch was messing with his head, that a witch was following him, that a witch was pulling him towards her”. Before Singh set out on the fateful journey, a work colleague told Singh’s supervisor at Connect Logistics’ depot in Abbotts Road Dandenong South that Singh shouldn’t be driving. The supervisor, who was a lay pastor, spoke and prayed with Singh before Singh reluctantly agreed to deliver a load to Thomastown. The supervisor has been charged with manslaughter in relation to the crash. Justice Coghlan said Singh believed that the prayers made it less likely that the stick figures would return. He signed a ‘fitness to drive’ form, and left the depot just before 5pm - only stopping to supply ice to an associate in Abbotts Road. During the next 38 minutes, the truck was observed several times dipping across lanes and into the emergency lane. Justice Coghlan noted an observer “prophetically” told his mother minutes before the crash: “This dude’s going to f***ing kill someone”. Singh had not appeared to have reacted or braked until after the crash - despite the activation of the truck’s collision warning system two seconds earlier. Police found 83 grams of cannabis and 3 grams of meth in the truck, three cannabis plants being grown at his house and 23 diazepam tablets in Singh’s Camry and home. Singh was taken to hospital and initially deemed unfit for interview. He later told police that he didn’t want to work because he was “sleepy and tired”. “I can still see them in front of my truck and I tried to slam the brakes on ‘em and I couldn’t stop it, I couldn’t stop it.” Over the days before, Singh sold and used drugs on several occasions, including a 12-hour bender on ice and 1,4-butanediol with a female in a Dandenong Motel room.
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Major new centre The City of Casey celebrated the official opening of the Selandra Recreation Reserve in Clyde North on Tuesday 30 March. With the rapid population growth being experienced in Clyde North, this $9.98 million dollar facility will provide much needed infrastructure and help ease the pressure on surrounding community facilities and recreation reserves. Located at 55 Heather Grove, Clyde North, the facility includes three soccer pitches, two cricket ovals, a multipurpose community pavilion with unisex amenities, sports floodlighting, cricket nets, and public seating. The pavilion itself is the centrepiece of the new facility and is designed for use by both sports teams and events, with a large community room, six changing rooms, a covered area for spectators and a playground. The development has transformed a greenfield site into a major hub for sports in Clyde North and Cranbourne East. Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards officially opened the new $9.7 million on behalf of Minister for Local Government, Shaun Leane. “This is a fantastic new facility for our community - a major hub for cricket and football, as well as a place for community events. “It’s exactly the kind of place growing communities like Clyde and Cranbourne East need,” Ms Richards said. “I’m delighted the Growing Suburbs Fund helped make this project happen and I can’t wait to see the pavilion become a much-loved part of our community.” City of Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff and Casey CEO Glenn Patterson attended the facility’s officially opening to celebrate the new community facility. “As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Casey has the significant challenge of matching a growing population with
Teen dies after Tooradin assault Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding an assault in Tooradin last month which has claimed the life of a teenager. The 17-year-old passed away in hospital on Saturday 10 April following an assault at a party in Station Road on Sunday 21 March about 2.30am. Detectives are investigating reports a group of men became involved in an incident with the teen which escalated to a physical altercation. The Cranbourne North boy was taken to hospital at the time with life threatening injuries. The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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the services and infrastructure required,” Ms Duff said. “This facility demonstrates Council’s commitment to putting the community at the forefront of future planning, as we recognise the important role facilities like these play, acting as vital anchors which help grow greater community connectedness and increase the health and wellbeing outcomes for our residents.” The state government contributed $1.5 million through the Growing Suburbs Fund and an additional $800,000 was contributed from the Sport and Recreation Community Infrastructure Fund, with Casey Council’s own contribution of $2.7 million. The facility will also be the future home of the Southern United Football Club throughout the winter season, and during the summer season one of Casey’s many existing Victorian
The new recreation reserve is now open. Sunday Cricket Association Clubs will utilise the facility. The council is also working closely with Cricket Victoria to establish a new cricket club who will play and train at the facility during the summer months.
A 27-year-old Cranbourne man has been charged after drugs, pre-cursor chemicals, guns and explosives were allegedly seized by police in raids in the South East on 6 April. The man faces up to 27 charges such as possessing seven unregistered handguns, six unregistered longarms, a stolen police uniform, 35 sets of body armour, a taser and gelignite. Clandestine Laboratory Squad detectives also charged the man with trafficking a large commercial quantity of LSD, trafficking ecstasy (MDMA), trafficking firearms and possessing two pill presses and a prescribed precursor chemical. Police allegedly seized five tonnes of the precursor chemical, methylamine, from one of the raided addresses. The man - whose name has been suppressed by Melbourne Magistrates’ Court - was refused bail in a hearing on 7 April. Magistrate Susan Wakeling noted the offer of a $13,000 surety and the man having strong ties to the jurisdiction and no prior convictions. But this failed to establish “exceptional circumstances” for the man’s release, in light of the serious alleged offences and “reasonably strong” prosecution case. He was remanded to appear at a committal mention in July.
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Karen from Finance is a professional drag queen who grew up in Hallam. Picture: SUPPLIED
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Casey queen in spotlight By Shelby Brooks One of Australia’s premier drag queens who has surprising roots in Casey is being catapulted onto the worldwide stage of drag performing. Karen from Finance, aka Richard Chadwick, has been announced as a contestant on Ru Paul’s Drag Race Down Under, a TV show which sees drag queens compete eliminationstyle for the title of the next drag superstar. Karen, a self-proclaimed comedy queen, grew up in Hallam and attended school in Dandenong but most recently performed an award winning cabaret show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in March. Surprisingly, Karen’s childhood in Hallam was filled with sport. “I tried to play basketball, football, tennis, cricket and swimming. I really did try everything and I hated all of them equally,” she said. It was only after she tried drama school in Cranbourne that she found the right fit. “It took me trying every [sport] for my parents to realise none of them were going to work or that I wasn’t interested in them. Drama school came after that and that was the one that stuck,” she said. “I went to Helen O’Grady’s Children’s Drama Academy in Cranbourne for four years which was life changing.” Although she gained performance and acting skills at the academy, once out of school Karen spent several years without any thought of becoming a drag queen. But many nights spent at burlesque shows in Melbourne had planted a seed in her mind, so when a friend announced her birthday theme was ‘Dolly, Denim and Diamantes’, Karen’s journey into drag began. “I thought I looked like Dolly Parton but I actually looked like a monster,” she said. “Before that, I was sitting down at a bar at a burlesque show in Fitzroy one night and I was watching the girls dance around to other people’s music in sequin gowns and having a lovely glamorous time thinking, ‘oh I wish I could do that’. “Skip to the next weekend when I was at my friend’s birthday and I was like hang on, maybe I can!” Karen had met plenty of drag queens spending time in the Melbourne gay scene in her early 20s, but she said she hadn’t considered doing it herself before that. “I was 23 when I first started doing drag, so I had been out on the club scene for five or six years, seeing drag shows and partying with drag queens before I ever really considered doing it for myself,” she said. “It never really crossed my mind and I never thought I would become a drag queen, let alone a performer.” Along with the essential wigs, make-up and sequenced dresses needed to do drag, so came the need for a name. “I had already come up with the character of ‘Karen from Finance’ a few months before I did drag for the first time but… it wasn’t a drag character,” she said. “When I did do drag for the first time and someone asked me what my name was, I hadn’t actually thought about it yet…so I told 4 STAR NEWS
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Richard Chadwick at age 13 at St John’s Regional Catholic College Dandenong. Picture: SUPPLIED them my name was Karen from Finance and it just stuck.” Karen did actually work in finance when she was freshly 18. “I hated that too,” she said. “But the character wasn’t really based on that experience.” It took several years for Karen to become the professional performer that she is today. In the beginning, she hosted epic parties and events. “I was interested in throwing events and parties and I really existed in the alternative queer space,” she said. “I was all about creating stages and spaces for people from all walks of life to come together and perform. “My parties were known for not just featuring your typical drag queens, but they featured AFAB (assigned female at birth), burlesque and circus performers. I really tried to bring all the freaks and geeks together to my parties!” These days, Karen is a comedy performer and has credits as a headliner at comedy and cabaret festivals across Australia, the UK and New Zealand. “I absolutely adore performing, it’s my absolute favourite thing in the entire world,” she said. “I love making people laugh. That’s my number one goal.” Karen described the current Australian drag scene as vibrant and thriving. “Australia and New Zealand have such an amazing scene, and not only an incredible scene but an iconic scene,” she said. “It’s not a small community. The drag scene is pretty big in Australia but it’s a lot smaller compared to places like the US.” So when Ru Paul’s Drag Race was announced to be coming Down Under, Karen said she thought it had only been a matter of time. “It’s been almost thirty years since Australian drag was last put on the map with Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and I felt like it was high time that we had another landmark in the history of drag in Australia,” Karen said. “So, it was perfect timing for Drag Race to come along.” Ru Paul’s Drag Race Down Under was
Karen from Finance is one of 10 drag queens chosen from Australia and New Zealand to compete on Ru Paul’s Drag Race Down Under. filmed in New Zealand earlier this year, having already gone global with versions of the show produced in the UK, Thailand, Canada and Holland. “I’m not just a big fan but I’m a big advocate for it too, I absolutely love it,” Karen said. “[Filming] was completely surreal. It was the wildest experience of my life.” Karen from Finance will be a guest at CPAC Musical Theatre’s opening night of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert at the Cardinia Cultural Centre in Pakenham on Saturday 24 April. She will be available for pre- and post-show photo and meet and greet opportunities. Producer and CPAC founder Lee Geraghty taught Karen for year 7 maths at St John’s Regional College Dandenong. Karen said she was thrilled community theatre was taking on productions like the iconic drag show, Priscilla. “People usually associate drag, and even
sometimes with the queer community, with being in the cities and the centralised hubs, but queer people are everywhere, the LGBTQIA+ community is everywhere,” Karen said. I think it’s really important for community groups to be presenting shows like Priscilla because the more activations like this, that we can have wide spread in the community, the more recognition the community is going to get and the more safe the community is going to feel and the better represented they’re going to feel. “It’s so cool that something like Priscilla is happening, not just out in the city but in the suburbs as well. “My gosh, if I had when I was little while I was playing all the sports and trying to find something to do with my life, if Priscilla the musical was an option back then, that would have been life changing, so it’s really cool that it’s happening now.” Ru Paul’s Drag Race Down Under will air on Stan Australia on Saturday 1 May. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
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No ‘miracle cure’ for public ‘danger’ By Cam Lucadou-Wells An accused bikie and drug trafficker with a reported history of violence and firearms use has been refused bail. Damon Burriss - who denies being a current Finks member - faced Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 7 April on charges such as trafficking ‘ice’ while on bail. Police seized drugs at the 30-year-old’s alleged home in Cranbourne East as part of an investigation into a non-fatal shooting and a burnt-out car on 1 February. In Burriss’s driveway that day, police found a VW Golf that allegedly fled the scene of the torched car. In his alleged bedroom, police seized 11 grams of meth, $615, two sleeping tablets, stolen driver’s licence and Medicare card as well as a stolen Bunnings card in the name of the shooting victim. Burriss wasn’t at the home at the time but his personal effects, photos, clothing and driver’s licence were found in the same room, po-
lice told the court. After his arrest, a “close associate” claimed to own the drugs found in the bedroom. She was released without charge due to “major inconsistencies” in her story, police said. Police are awaiting fingerprint analysis of the drugs. At the time, Burris had been on bail for possessing ice, ecstasy pills, knuckle dusters and pepper spray while out walking on New Years’ Eve. He was also on a community corrections order - after serving eight months’ jail - for carrying a loaded home-made firearm while walking drug-effected in a Finks T-shirt in Frankston. The ‘torch’ gun was cocked to fire upon release of a “safety” hair tie. A Corrections Victoria report stated Burriss was unsuitable for a further CCO. “It appears that the current order has again failed to act as a deterrent nor mitigate his risk of reoffending,” the report stated.
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In opposing bail, police informant Detective Senior Constable Andrew Missen argued Burriss had a significant criminal history of drug trafficking, firearms and violence. He had 11 prior convictions for failing to answer bail and breached multiple CCOs. Being unemployed, he was likely to traffick drugs to sustain his ice addiction, police argued. Magistrate Charlie Rozencwajg said Burriss was a “danger to the community” and unacceptable risk of reoffending. He noted Burriss’s compliance with his current CCO had been “poor at best”. He didn’t accept that a CISP bail program would be a “miracle cure”. On the face of the police summary, the associate who claimed the drugs were hers had “serious credibility problems”. “I’m not at all surprised they didn’t charge her yet.” Burriss was remanded to appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 28 April.
Road grants Community projects that help vulnerable road users are set to receive a boost, with applications now open for a Transport Accident Commission road safety grants program. The Community Road Safety Grant Program provides grants of up to $30,000 for projects that focus on delivering benefits to at-risk road users such as pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists across Victoria. Not-for-profit groups and organisations, local council and schools across the state will share in funding of $800,000 throughout the year to develop and implement effective communitybased road safety projects targeting local road safety issues. In 2020, the diversity of successful projects to receive grant funding across the state included lower speed limit trials, council road safety strategies, community education programs, safe cycling routes at schools and improved crossing safety. Acting Minister for Roads and Road Safety Jacinta Allan said community groups and local councils knew their local roads best, and played a pivotal role in identifying issues in their area. “We want communities to spread the word about road safety in a way that will resonate with their locals - these grants allow groups to do what will work best in their area to keep everyone safe. “I’m encouraging all community groups with a vision for a road safety project to get involved and apply for a grant,” Ms Allan said. TAC CEO Joe Calafiore said road trauma had far-reaching impacts on local communities and the grants aimed to reduce the risk and impact in and around local roads. “Road safety is shared responsibility and this grants program is just one way we can help councils and community groups achieve our goal of reducing road trauma,” Mr Calafiore said. Applications for the TAC Community Road Safety Grants 2021 round of funding close on Friday 7 May. Program guidelines and information on how to apply can be found at http:// www.tac.vic.gov.au/about-the-tac/community/grants/community-road-safetygrant-program
Teen terror accused’s radical ‘web history’ By Cam Lucadou-Wells A 23-year-old Hallam woman accused of terrorism offences has been linked to Islamic State-themed web searches and bookmarked articles, a committal hearing has heard. Hadashah Sa’adat Khan faces charges including attempting to intentionally associate with and recruit for Islamic State in 2015 and 2016. She is also charged with aiding a person to perform an intended hostile activity for Islamic State in a foreign country in 2016. The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) initially tipped off Victoria Police with information including a list of online accounts linked to Sa’adat Khan, the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court heard on 7 April. Victoria Police passed on the information to Australian Federal Police, which raided Sa’adat Khan’s home on 23 January 2018. In reports tendered to the court, AFP digital analysts examined an iPhone X, a laptop, iPod Touch and iPhone 6s allegedly linked to Sa’adat Khan. In an iPhone backup on the laptop, two video messages via “Al Furqan media” from Islamic State of Iraq were allegedly bookmarked on a Chrome web browser in 2017. An analyst allegedly also listed bookmarked articles from an ‘ansarukhilafah’ blog. One was titled ‘ASSISTING THE ISLAMIC STATE AGAINST THE ALLIED FORCES OF THE KUFFAAR, MURTADEEN AND MUNAFIQEEN, IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPOR-
TANT PRINCIPLES OF EMAAN’. Another bookmark partly titled “jihadi stories” was also allegedly found on the iPhone backup. The analyst told the court that it was possible that the laptop bookmark may not have been read in detail by the user. It was also possible that a laptop could “inadvertently” create a bookmark. “It doesn’t happen often but that’s a possibility.” The analyst’s report also listed an empty video record ‘the-islamic-state-22our-stateis-victorious22’ linked to a DropBox cloud storage account that was not accessible to the analyst. Also found was a YouTube video record titled ‘Nasheed - The Bride of War’. On an iPod Touch, an AFP analyst also reported an iMessage exchange in 2017. “Just incase I don’t come back know that my heart desires no other than you,” an unidentified person writes. “Also, don’t let it stop you from making hijrah. Find someone else here and marry them. That’s if I don’t come back but In sha allah I do.” The iPod user replies: “Wth no I’ll make hijrah but I’m not gonna get married please. In shaa Allah you will come back.” Web searches in 2016 for “muslim brotherhood tumblr” and “brotherhood in Islamic state tumblr” were also allegedly found on the iPod.
Other passages were found in the Notes of the iPod, urging someone to “book that ticket”. A 2015 note stated: “Look all im going to say is that there are sisters here that want to get married but honestly from them all you’re the best option, i’d really like to marry you before them, just tell that shaytaan that whispers to shut his mouth and just book that ticket.” “honestly i know it seems crazy but once that ticket is booked your mind just accepts it and it becomes normal seriously ... “when i booked that ticket i was far from being ready and so was my family, but i forced myself to do it because if i didn’t do then, than i would still be there just dreaming about it.” According to the AFP reports, images and instant messages on the encrypted Telegram phone app were examined. The AFP also listed Tumblr and Facebook Messenger chats with undisclosed participants. Redacted contact records from Kik, Viber, Facebook Messenger, Snapchat, Twitter and the phone address book were also submitted. Defence barrister Rishi Nathwani told the court that Sa’adat Khan, who had been incarcerated since 2020, faced lengthy delays awaiting a possible County Court trial. Sa’adat Khan watched on a video-link from Dame Phyllis Frost prison. The committal hearing continues on 23 June.
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By Danielle Kutchel Veterans and their families will pause to remember and reflect this Anzac Day at a number of memorial events across the region. After 2020’s Anzac Day was marred by Covid, this year local RSLs are looking forward to being able to mark the occasion in person - albeit in reduced numbers to adhere to ongoing Covid restrictions. Across Casey, all local events have been replaced with smaller, private ticketed events, with invitations being extended to RSL members, veterans and their families. Dawn services will take place at the Cranbourne RSL, Pearcedale Public Hall and Bunjil Place along with morning services at the Cranbourne RSL and Berwick High Street. While the broader public cannot attend these events, Casey residents are encouraged to pay their respects or lay a wreath at another time of the day at their local cenotaph. Berwick RSL secretary Chris McKenna confirmed that there will not be a march or public service in Berwick this year. However, he said that the small private service that will be held instead was better than nothing. “Better a service than no service,” he said. “The fact we’re going to do something is really pleasing.” The event at Bunjil Place will be capped at
Anzac Day events across Casey will be private ticketed events this year. 180 invited attendees. Berwick RSL will also hold a small service before the Beaconsfield v Narre Warren game at Holm Park Reserve on Saturday 24 April. Additionally there will be a small memorial service on Sunday 25 April at the Beaconsfield Cenotaph, organised by the Beaconsfield Progress Association. Over in Cranbourne, invite-only services will be held at the Cranbourne RSL at 6am and 11am. Cranbourne RSL Manager Donna Lester said serving members, their carers and family could call the RSL to determine whether they are able to attend. “We would prefer a full service, but we can’t
go two years with no service at all so it feels somewhat better to be having a service,” she said. “At least we are doing something for the most important people.” RSL Victoria is encouraging Victorians who are unable to attend a service to ‘Light Up the Dawn’ by acknowledging Anzac Day at the end of their driveways, as was done last year. The Melbourne Dawn Service at the Shrine of Remembrance will be televised again and broadcast on ABC Radio Melbourne, so that families can listen as they pause to remember in the dawn. City of Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff encouraged the Casey community to commemorate the occasion from their homes and continue to unite as one. “Despite not being able to get together again this year, it’s still extremely important that we honour those who have served, and continue to serve our wonderful country,” Ms Duff said. “I urge you to get your family together this ANZAC Day and stand on your driveway or balcony at 6.00 am on Sunday 25 April, to observe a minute of silence and listen to the Ode.” For more information on the Light up The Dawn movement or other ways that you and your family can acknowledge Anzac Day, visit the Light up The Dawn website. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
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Young leaders have a ball Initially attracted by the soccer side of things, he said he has come away from the program with a more positive outlook. “The best part was the drills because we learned from the guest speakers and coaches and got a chance to use it here today,” he said. “At the end of the day, it’s not a football drill, it’s a fun drill.” George Halkias, head of City in the Community, said the participants had excelled over the week. “Today, they’ve been able to shine,” he said of their final activity, coaching school children. ‘We’ve done football coaching, worked on leadership, did event management ... and prepared for the coaching together. “The guys as team planned their session, talked about responsibility and the leadership required to work with kids. “These kids are awesome - in three days, you can see a transformation.” He said the leadership program had helped get the participants out of their comfort zone. “We’ve instilled a bit of confidence and to get them out to schools to work with kids is no mean feat, they’ve been entrusted with something important so they’ve had to step up.” He said City in the Community hopes to run similar programs in future, using sport as a vehicle to address issues like inclusion, gender equality, mental health and racism. The programs would use young people like those trained at Casey Fields - as agents of social change, allowing them to put into practise their new-found abilities as leaders. “I think we opened their eyes to another world,” Mr Halkias said.
By Danielle Kutchel The next generation of youth leaders is ready to take on the world, after participating in a series of leadership activities at Casey Fields. Melbourne City Football Club’s City in the Community division hosted a Young Leader Program at the sporting centre, where young people could grow their leadership skills, confidence and capacity through soccer. Around 45 young people between the ages of 16 and 23, drawn mostly from the Casey and Greater Dandenong regions, were involved in the program. It wrapped up on Friday 9 April after four days of guest speakers, drills and coaching opportunities - and Melbourne’s famous four seasons in one day. But heavy rain on the final day did nothing to dampen the spirits of the participants. On their final day, the young leaders were given a chance to put their new skills to the test, running drills for primary school-aged kids. Although the downpour brought the activity to an early end, from the excited shrieks it was clear that everyone had had a ball. Eighteen-year-old Liam self-nominated for the leadership program partly out of curiosity - as a “huge fan” of Melbourne City, he wanted to see the new playing and training venue at Casey Fields. He left on Friday having picked up new skills in coaching younger kids and running drills for various age groups. Currently based in Perth, the university student plans to move back to Melbourne to
Left to right: Rezwana, Liam and Hamayoon. become more involved in programs like this. “I’m really happy with the program,” he said. Fifteen-year-old Rezwana, from Narre Warren South, had no plans for the school holidays and thought it would be “interesting” to join the Melbourne City program. “I’ve learned how to be a coach and [teach]
little kids ... and how to be more confident and speak up and not be shy,” she said, adding that the program would help her with her subjects at school. Cranbourne resident Hamayoon said he too had learned a lot about leadership over the four days.
Leaders of tomorrow work hard, play hard By Danielle Kutchel For four days over the school holidays, the south east’s next generation of youth leaders had the opportunity of a life time as they took part in a leadership academy. The Youth Leader Program was run by Melbourne City Football Club’s City in the Community charitable arm and saw young attendees grow their leadership, confidence and capacity through guest speakers, activities and of course, their love of football. The four-day program covered areas like social impact, community coaching and event management. Star News Group photographer GARY SISSONS went along to see what they were working on...
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What is your experience in the newspaper industry? I have joined the team at Star News Group after a year working as a journalist at the South Gippsland Sentinel-Times, based in Wonthaggi. Before that, I worked at Leader Newspapers reporting on the inner south east suburbs. I graduated from Monash University with an arts/science double degree, majoring in journalism, where I was lucky enough to undertake an internship with The Age. What is your connection to the area? I have fond memories from my time at Kooweerup Secondary College where I completed year 12 in 2014. I have also been involved in numerous productions with the Cardinia Performing Arts Company (CPAC), so you might have seen me on stage at the Cardinia Cultural Centre. Who is the most interesting person you have interviewed? When I was interning at The Age, I spoke to an Australian man who was in Mongolia and just crossed the finish line to win the Mongol Derby, a 1000km horse race - that was pretty cool! I’ve also interviewed comedian Jimeoin who was hilarious and considerate to my nerves of talking to a ‘famous person’. I’ve enjoyed interviewing unique community members, ranging from oyster mushroom growers, kite makers and lighthouse keepers. What do you like to do outside of work? I help with media and communications for the Frankston Hockey Club, where I am a player. I am also part of a book club with my friends and love to watch live theatre and music when I can. I am an avid podcast listener so I’ll always welcome recommendations! What are you currently watching, listening to and reading? I just finished re-watching The Handmaid’s Tale in preparation for the new season and I’m binging my way through the many seasons of
Ru Paul’s Drag Race on Stan. I love listening to the weekly podcast Crime Junkie and just finished The Apology Line mini-series. I’ve finished reading Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty and You Should Have Known by Jean Hanff Korelitz is next on my list. What would your next dream holiday be? Anywhere, I’m not fussy! I’d never say no to a beach vacation in Cancun or the Maldives. I’d also love to explore more of the UK and Europe. It’s been a dream of mine for a while to
head to Borneo and volunteer with the orangutans so hopefully I can head there within the next few years. What event, past, present, or future, would you like to witness? I would love to have been a guest at my grandparent’s wedding in 1948. What was your favourite subject at school? I really enjoyed studying Australian History in Year 12.
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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
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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
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Two charities have joined forces to help Victorians to bridge the digital divide. Pearcedale-based Beyond Disability Inc (BDI) has teamed up with not-for-profit Givit to distribute computers to those in need, to help them get online and reconnect with the world. BDI was incorporated in 1997, with the aim of helping those with an active brain but who may be stuck in their body to access the internet. The organisation supplies computers and related equipment to people in need, along with guidance in how to use the technology from things as simple as turning the computer on and off, to more complex topics like keeping safe online and backing up files. BDI volunteers in regions across Victoria and even interstate will provide and maintain the equipment, including special adaptive aids for people with disabilities. After almost 25 years in the business, BDI has helped several hundred families with thousands of dollars in computing equipment, according to founder Richard Stubbs OAM. BDI can assist people with disabilities, veterans with PTSD and carers. During Covid, BDI provided assistance to children learning from home who lacked the resources and know-how to conduct their schooling. The organisation has also broadened its constitution to allow it to work with those with little to no tech literacy. Seeking a way to reach out to even more
BDI founder Richard Stubbs OAM, Givit Victorian manager Solange Ardiles and BDI volunteer Klaus. people in future, BDI approached Givit for assistance in donating computers and laptops. In early 2020 as bushfires wreaked havoc across the eastern seaboard, BDI volunteer Klaus restored around 50 old models and donated 20 of these through Givit to fire-affected victims. In January 2021, BDI again contacted Givit for assistance with donating more PCs. With help from Givit’s Victorian manager Solange Ardiles, BDI registered with Givit to use its online ‘virtual warehouse’ to offer donations to the public. As well as providing computers and equipment, BDI offers full servicing and repair as needed. Ms Ardiles encouraged anyone in need of computing assistance to visit Givit’s website, www.givit.org.au, to find out how BDI can assist. Alternatively, for more information visit www.bdi.org.au cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
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A place to remember At Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne on Howson Hill sits a park bench with a plaque displaying this inscription: “In memory of Kate and James Menzies From humble beginnings in Jeparit Proud parents of Leslie, Frank, Robert, Isabel and Sydney” The ‘Robert’ mentioned in the inscription is the late Right Honourable Sir Robert Menzies, the longest serving Prime Minister of Australia, holding office from 1939 to 1941 and 1949 to 1966. His niece, Margaret Clarke made the dedication to acknowledge the significant contribution of her uncle and other members of the family during that time period. “We were, and still are, a very close family. Uncle Bob often visited our house and I remember him as an affectionate man. “I was a bit of a chatterbox as a child, and at our wedding he made a speech describing me as a “not unvocal youth”. I’ve learned to quieten down a bit I think,” she laughed. She said that other family members also held notable positions during that time. “Leslie was an Australian Trade Commissioner, Frank was Crown Solicitor for Victoria, and Isabel was a pioneering wife with the Soldier Settlement Scheme at Redcliffs. “James their father was a coach-painter and Kate was a wonderful mother and fully involved in their local community. “So, I thought it would be nice to have a seat remembering them,” she said. Margaret, 81 and her husband Richard, 84 live on the Mornington Peninsula and visit the seat as often as they can. Margaret, a horticultural therapist, was recruited to become a master gardener (since restyled as garden ambassadors) when the gardens opened in 2006. Since then Margaret and her husband Richard have been active on the Friends committee. Howson Hill displays the scrubby forms of the Mallee Eucalypts so typical of the Wimmera and the small town of Jeparit where the
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Margaret and Richard Clarke and family. Menzies family ran the local store. In dedicating a seat in this area, Margaret realised the fitting relationship between the Mallee Eucalypts, the family and their love of the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne. Imogen Henry, donor services officer, Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria says that seat dedications are a wonderful way to remember loved ones in a beautiful setting. “Cranbourne Gardens is a beautiful place to commemorate a loved one in among the native Australian flora, and the pleasant sound of birds passing by. “Each dedication can be particular to your family and your desired message, and they can be dedicated to anybody,” she said. Seat dedications cost $8000 for 10 years. For further information please call Imogen Henry, Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, on 9252 2383.
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Results for people power By Danielle Kutchel The speedsters at Peninsula Human Power have notched up excellent results after a race just over the border in South Australia. The team, which trains regularly at Casey Fields, had a good showing in their recent race at Mt Gambier. Vehicles on the PHP team placed 3rd overall for the A team, 8th overall for the veterans team (first in category), and 12th overall for the junior team, in a testament to racers’ pace and ability. The eight-hour race was held on Saturday 27 March and was a return to racing for PHP after the disrupted 2020 season. Club president Tristan Wright said the club had trained hard for the event, with one last big warm up at Casey Fields. He said races often attract more than 100 clubs and schools, with five or six different races held each year. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
PHP has around 60 members ranging from the ages of 13 or 14 right through to mid-50s, and Mr Wright said it is “definitely a family event”, with family members attending races and training. Races can be as short as six hours or as long as 24. The 24 hour races are conducted like a relay, with team members dropping in for an hour, then having a break before their next stint. Mr Wright, who has been racing human powered vehicles since he was in high school, said racing the vehicles was exhilarating. “It’s fitness, it’s the adrenaline of the challenge and it’s the community atmosphere,” he said of what keeps him racing. “Everyone is out having fun.” Anyone interested in joining PHP or finding out more about the team can visit Peninsula Human Power on Facebook. Thursday, 15 April, 2021
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Centre fills gatherings gap By Danielle Kutchel A new $5.42 million community centre in the heart of Casey’s growth zone is open for residents to use. The Ramlegh Family and Community Centre in Clyde North was officially opened on Friday 9 April by Bass MP Jordan Crugnale and chair of administrators at the City of Casey, Noelene Duff. The construction of the facility was made possible thanks to a partnership between the City of Casey and the State Government’s Growing Suburbs Fund. The project received $1.18 million the 201718 round of the Andrews Labor Government’s Growing Suburbs Fund, which supports the creation of community connections and enhanced services. The City of Casey contributed $100,000 to the project. In addition to these sources was $4.1 million in funding from developer contributions. The building houses a number of familyfriendly facilities, including three kindergarten rooms and consulting rooms for maternal and child health services. There is also a multi-purpose community room that can be easily adjusted depending on community needs. Additionally, Ramlegh houses a staff breakout room, playground, fully equipped kitchen and courtyard Since its soft opening in January 2021, there has been strong interest in using the facility.
Bass MP Jordan Crugnale, City of Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff and City of Casey CEO Glenn Patterson open the facility.
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The centre is declared open. Already, it has played host to playgroups, parenting programs, school holiday groups and training programs. Speaking at the official opening event, Ms Duff said the Ramlegh Family and Community Centre was “very much needed” and filled a gap in local services, providing a safe space
for families and residents to gather and access services. Ms Crugnale described the facility as “stunning” and “welcoming” as she paid tribute to the staff working behind the scenes to run programs from the centre.
“It’s great to see the partnership with Council and the Andrews Labor Government’s Growing Suburbs Fund build and deliver wonderful projects like the Ramlegh Family and Community Centre, providing vital services and a community meeting place to our growing Clyde North,” she said.
WHAT’S ON Touch of Pink Cocktail Party charity fundraiser to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Saturday April 17, 12pm3.30pm, 1171 Stud Rd, Rowville. Raffle prizes, flower wall, donut wall, cookies, photobooth and entertainment. Tickets $50, visit https://www.eventbrite. com.au/e/a-touch-of-pink-cocktail-party-tickets-141651295839 to book.
Children’s Alcohol Ink Workshop: Join our Children’s Alcohol Ink Workshop on Thursday 15 April, 121.30pm, 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/schoolholiday-art-workshop
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Guest Speaker at VIEW Club Berwick Evening VIEW Club, which offers women social activities while supporting The Smith Family, invites you to enjoy our distinguished after dinner speaker Neil Lucas. Neil has been Mayor of the City of Casey, a Member of Parliament and the Vice Regal Administrator of Christmas and the Cocos Islands. He will be talking about the history of Berwick and the origins of local street names. Details: Monday, 19 April 2021 at The Hill Restaurant, 215-225 Parkhill Dr. Berwick. 6.00 pm for 6.30 pm dinner. Bookings are essential: Jan Whitaker 9705 9009.
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Healthy Cooking on a budget In this course you will learn to prepare inexpensive and healthy meals. Covering everything from safe food handling, food hygiene, kitchen basics, prep techniques, extensive cooking skills and food storage. Monday 19 April for 8 weeks, 10am-12.30pm. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa. com.au
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Basic Cake Making Do you love eating cake? Do you want to impress your family and friends with your cake making skills? Learn the basics to bake your own delicious Sponge Cakes including sponge rolls, Butter Cakes including chocolate variations as well as Cakes with fruit fillings and decorations during the 3 weeks of these workshops. Tuesday 27 April for 3 weeks, 7pm-9pm. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa. com.au
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.
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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.
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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 1pm - Pakenham Community Centre; and Dancercise (exercise to music and jazz dancing) Thursdays 11.15 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
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Computers for Beginners The course will cover computer terminology, basic skills, creating and saving documents, using email and accessing the internet. Ideal for beginners by teaching basics while moving slowly toward more advanced topics. Monday 3 May for 8 weeks, 9.30am-12pm. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa. com.au
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.
May from 2.30pm at Fiddlers Green Auditorium, 57 Gloucester Avenue, Berwick. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, bookings are essential. Tickets: Adults $15, under 15 $10, Fiddlers Green residents $10. Phone 0412 741 195 for bookings and more information.
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Introduction to Creative Writing Have you dreamed about being a published author, journalist or scriptwriter? Turn your passion for writing into your perfect job. This eight week pre-accredited course will pathway you into other opportunities like editing, script writing, marketing, further studies and of course becoming the well-read author you have dreamed about. Fridays 9.30am - 12pm. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa. com.au
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Watercolour Painting Art Class for Adults Do you want to unleash your inner artist but don’t know how to begin? This water colour course will give you an introduction to some basic approaches to the wonderful medium of watercolour painting including techniques, methods and materials, such as what kind of brushes and paper to use. Participants will be shown methods and approaches to three basic watercolour techniques in this course. Wednesdays 1pm - 3pm. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa. com.au
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Career Strategy and Interview Skills workshops Do you need help to achieve your career goals? Do you understand the value of networking to help achieve your employment goals? Would you like to overcome your nerves and present yourself confidently and professionally in your next interview? We will even help you to prepare for a video interview. Thursdays 10am - 2pm. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa. com.au
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Health and Wellbeing classes Meditation class is held Monday evenings and is suitable for beginner and experienced meditators. We are now offering additional sessions of Strength and Stretch Exercise and Yoga. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa. com.au
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Fire caution As fire restrictions finish in the final parts of Victoria, the CFA has urged residents across the state to exercise extreme caution when burning off. CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said the Fire Danger Period came to an end across all parts of Victoria at 1am on Monday 12 April. “Parts of CFA’s District 2, 4 and 17, including the Greater Bendigo, Glenelg, Horsham and West Wimmera municipalities, were the last areas to lift Fire Danger Period restrictions,” said Mr Heffernan. “It marks the official end to a much milder bushfire season than the unprecedented fire season that ravaged East Gippsland and North Victoria in 2019/20.” Mr Heffernan reminded Victorians that while the Fire Danger Period is now over, it is still important that residents check local conditions on the day of any burn-off they are considering undertaking. “Fires can get out of control within minutes in dry and windy conditions, and the effects can be devastating - we want everyone to exercise extreme caution,” he said. “While light winds can help to disperse smoke, burn-offs should not be conducted if the wind speed is more than 10kph. This can be observed when twigs and leaves are in constant motion.” During the first week of April there were more than 6000 private landowner burn-offs registered, some of which had been registered with an open date meaning the landowner will conduct the burn over more than one day or when conditions are suitable. As well as the burning of backyard heaps
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“Women diagnosed with gestational diabetes often have a young family, which means any interventions need to be considered in line with small children, busy lifestyles and multiple priorities,” Dr Keogh says. “The priority is to educate both women with gestational diabetes, and the health professionals who care for them, to ensure greater communication and boost awareness of the risk factors these women have. “This is critical, as close to a quarter of women in this study had not been tested for type 2 diabetes following a pregnancy with gestational diabetes. “We also know that the most effective time to initiate and commit to healthy lifestyle and behaviour changes is up to two years post pregnancy, so interventions are likely to be more effective during this time frame. “Motivation to lose weight is a significant barrier to change - whether it be because of a busy family or because a lifestyle change can be hard to stick to - consistent education, strong messaging and personalised care, can instigate positive change. “Prevention is the key; making sure women’s needs, views, and situations are considered is an essential part of the solution.”
Foot pain is extremely common, affecting more than 80% of people at some point in their lives, with heel pain being the most common of all human foot complaints. Despite their frequency, these conditions are often mismanaged and incorrectly treated. This leaves many sufferers spending time and money on treatments without long-term solutions or relief. But why are such common problems seemingly so hard to treat effectively? We asked one of Australia’s leading foot, knee and leg pain experts and practitioner to some of the worlds best athletes, Dr. Paul Dowie, from Foot and Leg Pain Clinics, to explain. “Besides the fact that the feet are one of the bodies most complex structures and we are on them all the time, there are two major reasons foot pain and particularly heel pain treatment
is often ineffective, especially long-term. Either only the symptoms are being addressed and not the underlying cause or the exact nature of the condition is not being identified or understood.” For example, most heel pain is incorrectly assumed to be an inflammatory condition when it is nearly always a result of nerve impingement or tissue degeneration. Tissue thickening is often mistaken for inflammation, contributing to incorrect diagnoses and treatment. This is a big problem because treating a degenerative condition with anti-inflammatory treatments can actually cause further tissue damage, making your condition worse.” If you have any foot, heel or knee pain, you can see Dr. Dowie at Foot and Leg Pain Clinics in Berwick, call 1300 328 300. Call now for $50 off initial consultations.
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Simmering in the spotlight By David Nagel A bubbling and shaking lid is about to get blown off an already simmering season of football and netball this weekend as the action intensifies right across the region. While Cranbourne is still a week away from beginning its season in the Premier Division of AFL Outer East, there is still plenty of action for local sporting fans to enjoy. In the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition (WGFNC), former AFL champions Bob Murphy and Jarryd Roughead head to Inverloch on Saturday to try and help the Sea Eagles repel the stiffest of challenges against premiership fancies Tooradin-Dalmore. Roughead, a four-time premiership star with Hawthorn, will join his brother Cameron in Sea Eagles colours for the first time, while Murphy, one of the greats of the Western Bulldogs, will be out to put his silky skills to good use for his brother-in-law Ben Soumilas…the Sea Eagles coach. A big crowd is expected to see if Murphy, Roughead, Soumilas and co can counter a Seagulls outfit full of confidence after a 101-point victory over Kooweerup on Saturday. But that’s only the tip of the iceberg for this week’s action. Berwick makes its long-awaited debut in the powerful Eastern Football League when the Wickers host Noble Park at Edwin Flack Reserve on Saturday. The two clubs have had a close connection in the past with Stewart Kemperman, a Noble Park champion, coaching Berwick to back-toback premierships in 2017-18. But there will be no love lost on the weekend with both of these proud and strong clubs keen to get the first one up on the other. Can new coach Clint Evans lead the Wickers to success and begin to erase the memories of their most recent competitive game of football - the 2019 AFL Outer East Premier Division grand final against Narre Warren? Speaking of Narre Warren, the Magpies have stayed put in the Premier division and will unfurl their 2019 premiership flag when they host Olinda Ferny Creek in a standalone match at Fox Road. The Magpies have been a premiership-
Get here! Tooradin-Dalmore utility Julian Suarez goes hunting for the ball against Kooweerup on Saturday. 233825 winning machine since the mid 2000’s – winning an incredible six titles between 2006 and 2013 – so a six-year drought would feel like an eternity. Try telling that to the likes of Lang Lang – currently in the midst of an 85-year drought! AFL Outer East Division One also kicks off this weekend with Berwick Springs Titans making its senior football debut against Belgrave at The Graveyard. The Titans have been a familiar face in the
South East Juniors for many years now and have planned meticulously for this specific occasion. The Titans will be hoping to emulate the deeds of the Narre South Saints, who defeated Endeavour Hills in its first game in senior competition in division three of the Southern Football Netball League last weekend. Berwick Springs will have to overcome some tough teams this season with Monbulk, Officer, Emerald, Gembrook-Cockatoo, Mt
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Evelyn, Healesville and Seville rounding out a tough competition to predict. And when it comes to predictions, what will our marvellous Melbourne weather have in store for us this weekend! tBrilliant sunshine over the Easter weekend was followed by bitter winds and unpredictable rains that had us all ducking for cover at some stage. But its sport, unpredictable by nature… what else should we expect?
Can anyone bring to an end the Seagulls’ winning run? By David Nagel Only a worldwide pandemic could stop Tooradin-Dalmore from winning a remarkable fourth premiership in four years in 2020. The burning question now is – Who is going to stop them from winning their fourth in five years this time around? The Seagulls have been one of the great rags-to-riches sports stories over the last five years, dragging themselves, inch-by-inch, out of a massive hole that saw them record a winless season in the now defunct SEFNL competition in 2015. The recruitment of a new head coach in Kelly Andrews, and some talented players, saw the Gulls rise to prominence in 2016 before finally conquering the mountain and winning their first premiership in 11 years in 2017. The Seagulls went back-to-back the following year in SEFNL before turning their attention to the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition (WGFNC). The Seagulls prevailed again, winning B and C grade as well, to stamp themselves as the dominant force in West Gippsland netball. “It’s a lot more fun, winning than losing, but I do love an underdog and the challenge for us now is to stay there,” Andrews said about her club’s lofty ambitions. “The last 12 months has gone quick I think and it was almost nice to have a year off, to have a break, but everyone is super keen to get back in to it now and it is nice to renew that passion for netball once again. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
Jess Cox has been an outstanding big-game performer for Tooradin-Dalmore over the last few Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS years. 197393 “There are lots of people keen to get on the court in the red and green again and they’re all looking really sharp.” The Seagulls have further strengthened their club with a D Grade team this year, meaning a slight alteration to their coaching staff. Andrews remains coach of A grade, with Alex Duff and Sara Duncan looking after B
and C grade respectively, while Stacey Sawyer will take on the role as the D grade mentor. Throw in some new faces and there’s a fresh and vibrant feel about Westernport Oval at the moment. “We’ve got a lot of returning players and a few new girls that have come in and slotted in to all grades,” Andrews said.
“And we’ve had four 17 and under players come in as well which doesn’t always happen so the junior program is looking very strong as well.” The Seagulls A grade additions include midcourter Chloe Crouch, who made a strong first impression against Kooweerup on Saturday, and Zoe Coventry, who is up from the 17s and someone Andrews describes as a ‘gun’. But the challengers are coming thick and fast, and nobody understands that more than the coach. “Dalyston is definitely a danger and a team we have a lot of respect for,” Andrews said. “I said when we beat them in the grand final that they’re a young, strong group so they are going to continually challenge us. Where we have a more mature group so that will be interesting to see how that plays out. They’re looking really good. “And we always struggle against Korumburra, they match us really nicely against us as well.” Andrews said the club really enjoyed its first season in West Gippsland netball and the close nature of the competition. “It’s super challenging, and across all grades as well, even if the score looks like its blowing out it never feels that way,” she said. “Everyone is super competitive; they never give up and are there to play a really competitive brand of netball.” The Seagulls won their first game against Kooweerup, 67-32 on Saturday. Thursday, 15 April, 2021
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Teraize Bonner is a picture of concentration in the Women’s Cup clash between Casey and Dandenong. 233828 Pictures: ROB CAREW
Laurie Peters in full stride in the Men’s Cup between Dandenong and GEMSA. 233828
Casey hosts State champs Last weekend Casey Softball Association had the honour of hosting the Men’s and Women’s Open State Championships. With no State Championships for more than 12 months due to Covid, the club was very proud to be hosting the first tournament back. The championships hosted the best men and women softballers from around the state representing Casey, Dandenong, Waverley, Glen Eira and Moorabbin, Frankston, Knox, Geelong, Werribee, Northern District, and Melbourne Associations. After a super sunny and warm Easter, the weekend was like the middle of winter, with cool temperatures and persistent showers. This didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of any of the players. Casey Women had a good Saturday with a win over Dandenong, a three-run loss to Waverley, and finally a strong win against Frankston/Knox. The Men had a tougher time on the diamond, going down to Werribee, GEMSA, and a close one run loss to Geelong/ NDSA. On day two the weather was no better. Casey Women had a come-from-behind win against Dandenong, and then a comfortable win against Frankston/Knox, which put them into the grand final against Waverley. The Men again had a tough day with losses to Frankston and Dandenong. The Men have wonderful team spirit, and two father-son combinations in the team with Rod and Luke Steendam, and Lance Wharewaka with Sameul and Tamua Maxwell. Some of the highlights were Tristan Little’s strong pitching all weekend, a spectacular double-play between father and son Lance and Samuel, Justin Teohaere putting the ball over the fence for a home run, good batting from Luke Steendam and great fielding at second from Samuel Maxwell. The Women went into the grand final against undefeated and reigning champs Waverley. Casey got a couple of runners on board but couldn’t get the runners home to score. Waverley’s strong batting came to the fore and Casey didn’t have an answer, with Waverley winning 8-1. The girls all had a great weekend with many highlights, and they also boast a mother/daughter duo in Ros and Brodie Hendy. Strong pitching from Isabel Zaharias, and Kiara Rhind-Luke, was supported in the field by Jemma Brook and Tash Holt at first with some great pick-ups and stretches. Outfielding was strong from Brodie Hendy which included a spectacular diving catch at centre field, and 18 STAR NEWS
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Sara Caterson was all smiles during the State Championships last weekend. 233828
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Abbie Hoare with safe hands at right field. The Men’s grand final was between Dandenong and GEMSA, which Dandenong won in a tight one, and the Women’s Plate grand final between Northern District and Melbourne, which was taken out by Northern District.
The club would like to thank the Committee, ground staff and volunteers at Casey Softball Association, and all the players and officials for a great weekend of softball! Here is a selection of photos taken from the State Championships...
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Epic partnership seals it By Nick Creely Epic is one word to describe the events that transpired late afternoon at the Geelong Cricket Ground on Saturday. Another is clutch. The deeds of Jacques Augustin and Peter Cassidy, when the game looked virtually dead, won’t be forgotten anytime soon. And Dandenong are now grand final bound in Victorian Premier Cricket, looking to add yet another famous chapter to its recent club history. At 6/84, chasing a seemingly out of range 220 against Geelong, away from home with the season on the line, the Panthers were up against it. Many teams have fallen away in the same position, but not these Panthers. Augustin has for so long been one of the great Premier Cricket glove men. And now he’s provided one of the more clutch knocks in recent memory with bat in hand. It was his first half-century since joining the club too, and it was a match-winning beauty laced with class. Combined with Peter Cassidy, who played an equally stunning knock, the Panthers found the runs with three balls to spare, with Jack Fowler then slicing one to the boundary to ice the game in style. “Sitting here, about 24 hours after, it still feels a bit surreal, almost like it hasn’t sunk in, but I’ve got no doubt it will,” Augustin told Star News Group on Sunday. “Three or four years ago, nerves probably would have got the better of me, and I guess it starts to come with a bit of experience. “It’s satisfying – I’ll always consider myself a wicket-keeper batsman, so it was satisfying to not only contribute, but contribute to a match-winning performance in a final.” Despite the typical grit and determination of Brett Forsyth (38) at the top, the Panthers struggled to find fluency with the bat as the middle order fell, but that was until Cassidy and Augustin came together. In an epic 137-run partnership, Cassidy and Augustin refused to let the home side dictate terms. And the dagger came in a scintillating 49th over. Cassidy clipped Cats quick Brody Couch for four off the first ball, a piercing cover drive
All smiles. Dandenong pair Jacques Augustin (left) and Peter Cassidy after Saturday’s stunning victory. raced to the fence from Augustin off the third ball, before a towering six from Augustin off a full-toss levelled the scores with six balls to spare. Despite taking three balls off the final over – which included the unfortunate dismissal of Cassidy - to get that solitary run, it was a famous win, and one not to be forgotten. The heroes, Augustin (71 not out from 56 balls), and Cassidy (56 from 67 balls), were composed, summed up the situation superbly, and will be written into club folklore regardless of whichever way Saturday’s grand final goes. Augustin said that when he arrived at the crease to join Cassidy, and a win seemingly unlikely and the season almost over, it was about staying composed and just controlling the things within its control. “Early doors, there wasn’t much discussion, at 6/80 when you’ve got 20 overs left, I’m sure a lot of people probably felt that the game was
WGCA executive heading in the right direction By David Nagel The West Gippsland Cricket Association (WGCA) is currently in the midst of a busy off season as it looks to rebuild its brand and forge a path forward for clubs and players in the region. Vice-president Rob Hansen said the WGCA executive was being pro-active after club survey results indicated there was an element of dissatisfaction at club land. “We surveyed the clubs and the feedback was that the brand of the WGCA has taken a hit in recent times and it would be foolish of us not listen to our clubs,” Hansen said. “We take the club’s concerns seriously and are currently in the process of reviewing by-laws and policies and potentially making changes that will have a positive impact moving forward.” The WGCA has also been busy in recent times addressing poor crowd behaviour that took place over the grand final weekend of March 27, 28. “We used our executive powers to refer an incident to the tribunal that resulted from a complaint,” Hansen said. “The result was that one spectator has been suspended for three weeks, for bringing the WGCA into disrepute, while ancranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
other has received a two-week suspended sentence. “The WGCA is committed to ensuring that crowd behaviour is controlled by participating clubs.” Hansen refused to comment on reports from a local media organisation that the Devon Meadows Cricket Club had sent an email to the Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association (MPCA) about the possibility of joining its ranks next season. “Yes I have heard that but Devon Meadows has not discussed it with the WGCA at this stage,” he said. “Like most clubs in the WGCA, Devon Meadows did provide feedback throughout the course of the season and that will stay between both the club and the association.” The WGCA Board of Management is working through some busy times, with a board meeting scheduled yesterday (Tuesday April 13), before the association hosts its junior presentation at Kooweerup on Sunday, April 18. Due to the impact of Covid-19 there will be no senior presentation conducted this year with association awards to be distributed at club events. The WGCA Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place towards the end of May.
almost gone,” he said. “We were relaxed to start off with, but we kept batting and it got closer and closer – at 6/80 you’ve got nothing to lose in that regard, I probably didn’t expect to do what we did, but the closer it got, we were just trying to minimise the gap between runs needed and balls left. “We were lucky enough to get a few away, and in that last over we were able to get 19 or 20 away or whatever it was, but disappointed that ’Cas’ got out in that last over, it would have been nice to see it through with him, but that’s cricket I guess.” He added that playing with that freedom released the shackles in the match-winning partnership. “It was funny, it was almost like a free-hit as such, at 6/80 we could play with a little bit of freedom and take a few risks, and see what happens,” he said.
Earlier in the day, the Cats put up a good showing with the bat without star skipper Eamonn Vines who was missing with injury, showing plenty of patience to set up a more than competitive 6/219 from its 50 overs. Debutant Jack Riding showed great promise, compiling 31, while the evergreen Hayden Butterworth (55), alongside Angus Boyd (44), helped the Cats’ cause. With the ball, offie Suraj Randiv (2/47) was instrumental, while quick Adam McMaster (2/61) found a couple of scalps while Cassidy (1/41), Jack Fowler (1/31) and James Nanopoulos (0/35) kept things tight. The stage is now well and truly set for Saturday’s Premier Cricket grand final at the CitiPower Centre, with the Panthers to take on red-hot Prahran, who were outstanding in its semi-final win against Fitzroy-Doncaster on Saturday.
Zipping Rambo delivers a Sandown winning rampage By Mick Floyd Zipping Rambo announced himself one of the country’s premier middle-distance chasers with a stunning victory at Sandown Park last Thursday night. In what appeared a very even 595-metre event, Zipping Rambo nailed the start and was a length clear of the field within a matter of strides. Cha Cha Charlie gallantly stuck with him down the back straight but had no answer as they approached the home turn, Zipping Rambo recording a dominant victory in 33.659. His winning time was the second fastest ever recorded, just 0.029 seconds outside of Dyna Double One’s longstanding track record. As exceptional as the overall time was, it was the way he ran it that showed his dominance. His first split of 8.99 was the equal third fastest ever run, just half a length outside Dyna Patty’s record (8.96). His second split of 22.96 was the equal third fastest ever run, just two lengths outside Dyna Patty’s record (22.84). His run home of 10.699 was faster than Dyna Patty’s 10.892 in her split record run, and Dyna Double One’s 10.78 in his track record. That his first split was elite came as no surprise given he set the first-split mark at the Meadows just two starts earlier. However his strength at the end of the 595-metre
Zipping Rambo has announced himself as one of the country’s premier middle-distance chasers. trip stunned everyone, except perhaps for his trainer Mark Delbridge. “I couldn’t be any happier with the win,” he said. “His run at the Meadows, he broke the firstsplit record and I reckon he was only about a length off the second split. And that was only his first 600-metre.” FASTEST 595-METRE WINS AT SANDOWN PARK 33.630 Dyna Double One - Jan 28, 2016 33.659 Zipping Rambo - April 8, 2021 33.668 Tornado Tears - September 16, 2018 33.670 Bobby Boucheau - January 6, 2011 33.724 Polijuice Potion - December 24, 2015
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