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The search has moved from Wonnangatta Valley to Mount Hotham in the search for Carol Clay and Russell Hill. Pictured: a previous search for the pair included NSW cadaver dogs. Picture: SUPPLIED

Missing Pakenham woman Carol Clay.

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Police say multiple tips from the public led them to begin searching along the Great Alpine Road at Mount Hotham for information surrounding missing campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay. In a press conference on Wednesday 14 April, Missing Persons Squad Detective Acting Inspector Tony Combridge said Missing Person Squad detectives and Search and Rescue officers had begun searching that morning in a “fairly narrow radius adjacent to the Great Alpine Road,” for clues into the couple’s disappearance. Det. Insp. Combridge said there was no silver bullet which caused the search area to shift 80km north east of Wonnangatta Valley, where Hill and Clay disappeared in March

last year. “Suffice to say, it wasn’t one piece of information necessarily,” Det. Insp. Combridge said. “This is why we ask the public to keep contacting us and telling us things that they may have seen in the area, because the accrual of that information, when put together in part of a bigger picture, has helped us make the decision that this might be an area of high value for us. “The timing of the information has not had any bearing on our decision to search. The information has accrued over a period of time.” Det. Insp. Combridge also confirmed search teams at Mount Hotham had already located items that will be forensically as-

sessed, including two shovels. “At this stage I am aware of the discovery. As to the relevance of the investigation, or its importance to the investigation that is still being assessed,” he said. “I’m not really expecting to find anything but I am hopeful that we find some answers for the family.” Det. Insp. Combridge described the circumstances around the new search area as “particularly challenging”. “It is an incredibly remote area. There are probably parts of that bush that have never been walked on by humans it is that remote,” he said. “So I think that it is really important to bear in mind that we are not dealing with looking in a paddock with grass.

“Some of the bush is so thick that we might not find what we are looking for but as I say, it won’t be for lack of trying.” Earlier this month, the second search was undertaken in the Wonnangatta Valley using NSW cadaver dogs, which Det. Insp. Combridge said “failed to yield any results at this stage.” “I want to thank the public for the amount of information that has come to us we want to renew that appeal for any more information in that area around the Great Alpine Road in the Mount Hotham area in the mid-March time frame from last year,” he said. “If you were travelling through that area, or if you saw anything that you think we need to know about, I would ask you to contact crime stoppers 1800 333 000 or via the website.”

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CBD shopping revamp By Shelby Brooks Aldi is set to replace Target at Pakenham Place as part of a new redevelopment plan. The sub-regional retail centre will be completely transformation following Leaf Corporation and Banco Group’s mid-Covid purchase from QIC. The centre’s new layout will open up to create connectivity between Aldi and Coles, with mini majors and specialities in between to turn it into a traditional non-discretionary spend centre and food and beverage precinct. Carson director Steve Fein said the plan would reposition the centre and aid in the rejuvenation of Pakenham’s major retailing precinct. The 15,849sqm NLA centre also includes Liquorland, Toyworld, a medical centre, around 30 speciality stores, and several mini majors and pad sites including a Woolworths petrol station and a Priceline Pharmacy. The 60,000sqm site includes on-grade parking for more than 700 vehicles. According to Mr Fein, the repositioning is a substantial undertaking carried out by a very experienced development team aimed at rejuvenating the whole precinct.

A building render of new designs for Pakenham Place. While marketing has only recently commenced, it is understood that there has been very strong enquiry with one of the mini major spaces having already been leased to a major retailer. The centre’s rejuvenation will coincide with the removal of the severely disruptive

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Creek sparks flood fears By Gabriella Payne A number of residents who live near Kennedy Creek in Pakenham have raised concerns about the maintenance of the waterway, with fears that the litter and “overgrown” foliage could result in future flooding. Pakenham resident, Dave Connor, said that a lot of locals were worried about the “overgrown vegetation” and possible “contamination” of the water, as the amount of plants and litter in the creek seemed to block the flow of water and make it stagnant, posing a risk to all. “It’s very bad actually,” Mr Connor said. “If we get a sustained rain event, like we saw recently in NSW, there are serious concerns about the ability of the water to run away quickly enough, because it could flood houses close to Kennedy Creek.” The creek itself crosses underneath the Princes Highway, and Mr Connor said that residents were only concerned about the maintenance of the northern side, as there is a “stark difference” between the two. While the southern side is managed by the Cardinia Shire Council, the northern side is the responsibility of Melbourne Water and Mr Connor said that he had been in contact with the organisation multiple times to alert them to the problem, but so far felt like little had been done. Melbourne Water’s team leader of regional services for the south east, David Voce, said that the organisation were aware of these residents’ concerns and after recently inspecting the waterway, had concluded that the vegetation didn’t “pose any issues”. “Melbourne Water regularly inspects and removes rubbish and weeds along Kennedy Creek, between Ayesha Rise and the Princes Highway,” Mr Voce said. “The vegetation growing in the creek may appear to be overgrown, but this is filtering the water to improve stormwater quality and doesn’t pose any issues. We are confident that there are no flooding

Litter and overgrown plants are two of the main issues locals are concerned about. 233913 risks along the creek, and the system is functioning as intended,” he said. Melbourne Water admitted that Kennedy Creek had had problems in the past with litter trapped in vegetation along the creek, but noted that the vegetation is environmentally important as it provides both habitat for native animals as well as a filter to improve stormwater quality. In the event of high rainfall, Melbourne Water said that the vegetation in Kennedy Creek could be pushed over to allow flood waters to pass through the system, and that there was no risk to residents’ homes. However, Mr Voce said that addressing the

Some residents’ homes back right on to the creek, and they are concerned that if it floods, their homes could be impacted too. 233913 Pictures: GABRIELLA PAYNE

litter issue was a key priority for Melbourne Water, and each year the organisation spent about $4 million cleaning rubbish from waterways around Greater Melbourne. “Our crews inspected the area last week in response to concerns raised by local residents,” Mr Voce said on Tuesday 13 April. “We have committed to clean out any rubbish in the next litter run, which is scheduled for this month, and will also cut back overgrown vegetation at the Princes Highway culvert. This should allow water to move more freely underneath the highway,” he said.

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Saddled up for safety Changing a flat tire can be a tricky thing that can potentially discourage kids from riding their bike. That’s where the Pakenham Living and Learning comes in! The Let’s Bike program was held over the school holidays for kids to learn vital bike safety lessons and basic repair skills. Coordinator Max Godber said the program built on the efforts ReClink Australia had done in collaboration with the Living Learning Centre in the past. It was funded by Alcohol and Drug Foundation. “We’re aiming to build confidence in youth to not only learn how to ride a bike, but also road rules, who to contact in case of an accident and basic road repairs,” Mr Godber said. “We want to build resilience into the bike culture in Pakenham and the South Eastern suburbs.” Bicycles were supplied on the day to the participants and the Living Learning Centre is looking for more bike donations.

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➜ On the Princes Highway, Pakenham bound, the traffic lane is restricted to one lane operation for day and night. The Princes Hwy is reduced to one lane just East of O’Neil Road. West of O’Neil Road two lanes operate.

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Several priority intersections along the Princes Highway in Cardinia Shire will be upgraded over the next 3 years as part of our Better Local Roads Program. The $36 million Princes Highway Intersection upgrade project has been jointly funded by Council and the Australian Government.

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Sue Jarvis with her painting ‘The Last Lifeboat, ANZAC Cove 1915’. 233713

Art that makes you think By Gabriella Payne A range of new works from talented Gembrook artist Sue Jarvis are set to be unveiled at 10am on Tuesday 20 April as part of her new exhibition, ‘Art that makes you think’, which will be on show at the Cardinia Cultural Centre over the coming months. A distinguished and seasoned artist with over 50 years experience in the industry, Ms Jarvis is excited to launch her latest set of works at the Pakenham gallery which feature “a variety of concepts that are intended to provoke thought”. Ms Jarvis’ stunning paintings cover a range of themes, including “ideal beauty, sacrifice of war, individuality, recognition of the temporary, notions of religion and culture, global warming and modern life”, with each unique artwork conveying its own symbolism. Having lived and worked in the Gembrook region for years now, Ms Jarvis is an awardwinning artist who has had her work featured in many an exhibition before. Since leaving her job as a secondary art teacher and becoming a full time artist in 1981, Ms Jarvis has had an illustrious career, with her work winning all sorts of prizes at galleries throughout Victoria. Today, as a painter, Ms Jarvis said she puts an “emphasis on colour, shape and simplicity” in her work, and has an interest in “the contemporary” and diversity, all of which will be on display in this upcoming exhibition. As well as working on her own exhibitions, Ms Jarvis has also been investing her talents into the role of creative recovery facilitator for a local creative recovery team, who are helping those communities that were affected by the

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Sue Jarvis with her painting ‘Cook Island Youth’

Sue Jarvis with her painting ‘Taxi’. 233713

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‘The Barber at the Top of the Town’ by Sue Jarvis. 233713

‘The Mannequin as Ideal Beauty, Multiple Studies’ by Sue Jarvis. 233713

2019 Bunyip State Park bush fires. Ms Jarvis said she was looking forward to launching ‘Art that makes you think’ on Tuesday 20 April, and invited community members to come down to the Cardinia Cultural Centre

and visit the gallery at some point in the coming weeks. The exhibition will be open from 10am to 3pm Tuesday - Sunday until Friday 21 May, (every day except Mondays).

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In the early hours of Tuesday 13 April, the Greater Dandenong Highway Patrol detected a motorcycle travelling at 184km/h in an 80km/h zone on Thompsons Road, Cranbourne. The motorcycle failed to stop when the highway patrol activated their lights and sirens. The members located the motorcycle at an address minutes later whilst patrolling for it. The rider stated he had just purchased the bike and was riding it home for the first time. Enquiries showed the rider was unlicensed, the motorbike was displaying false registration and rider tested positive to an illicit drug. The motorcycle was impounded for 30 days and the rider will be charged for failing to stop, speed dangerous, displaying false registration, unlicensed driving and testing positive to an illicit drug.

Speedster in works Police are warning drivers to adhere to reduced speed limits through roadworks. Members from the State Highway Patrol detected a Renault hatch travelling at 128km/h in an 80km/h roadworks zone on the Princes Freeway in Berwick around 12.30am on Sunday 11 April. The vehicle was intercepted and impounded for 30 days at a cost of $1005. The 33-year-old driver will be summonsed to attend court at a later date.

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SOCIALLY SPEAKING On Monday 12 April, a story was shared to the Berwick Star News Facebook page regarding a dog attack in Narre Warren and the City of Casey’s response. Here’s how our readers responded online: Jade Fraser: Yep Casey Council should definitely hang their heads in shame! We were attacked by my neighbour’s dogs 4 weeks ago with my mum having plastic surgery and we were also assured they would be seized and they were not because out of their two dogs we didn’t know which one bit her in the frenzy! Jennifer Oakes: This makes me sick, certain breeds should not be allowed in suburbia. Noelene Laslowski: Absolutely disgraceful. Dog entered her home and property, case closed! Casey Council by-laws should hang their heads in shame. Brenton James: No witnesses?

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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. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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Gap opens for play spaces By Gabriella Payne It’s out with the old and in with the new, as the removal of the old Cardinia Road level crossing has made way for a new multi-purpose open space area under the bridge and this weekend, it’ll be officially opened to one and all. Residents and visitors are invited to come down and enjoy the new recreational space on Saturday 17 April between 10am and 12pm, after its grand unveiling to the public. This community celebration will show off the fantastic new facilities available, including a half basketball court, running track, skateboarding jumps, seating and a huge artistic mural that adorns the walls underneath the bridge. Food trucks, live music from two local singers and family friendly activities have been planned for the day, as people of all ages are welcomed to come and see the transformation for themselves. According to a spokesperson from the Level Crossing Removal Project, there are only a “few finishing touches” left to be done before the big day on Saturday, and everyone is excited to welcome the public into this new versatile space. Member for Bass, Jordan Crugnale MP paid a visit to the project last week, along with two musicians, Matilda and Sasha, who will be performing at the opening event. Ms Crugnale said it was fantastic to see the work that had been done so far and that she was looking forward to the opening. Contact tracing will be in place at the event, but everyone is welcomed down to the new space on Saturday, underneath the Cardinia Road bridge just near the train station, to enjoy the new facilities on offer. For more information visit https://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/events

Matilda, Jordan Crugnale MP and Sasha are excited for the opening of the new open space at Pictures: GABRIELLA PAYNE Cardinia Road station. 233910

There will be a lot more room for community activities in the new open space. 233910

A sneak peek behind the scenes as the finishing touches are made to the new space. 233910

The level crossing removal project has created this new space, which will be home to a basketball court, skateboarding facilities and much more.

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Home detox program on Dispose of your unwanted household chemicals and toxic items safely with a free chemical drop-off being offered in May as part of the Detox Your Home program. Household chemicals can be dangerous to your family and pets and can release toxic fumes and pollute the environment if they end up in landfill. As household chemicals cannot go into household bins or down the drain, it is important to dispose of them correctly. The Detox Your Home program, being run by the City of Casey and Sustainability Victoria, allows residents to drop off toxic household chemicals including bleach, aerosol cans, household cleaners and detergents, glues, nail polish and remover, paint stripper and thinners, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, garden fertiliser and weed killers, fuels and engine coolant. A full list of items is available on the Sustainability Victoria website. Decanting isn’t permitted, so please bring chemicals in disposable, clearly labelled containers. If you don’t know what’s inside, label the item as ‘unknown’. The maximum weight or size for any single container is 20 kilograms or 20 litres. The collected items are carefully managed by qualified chemists and are recycled, repurposed, or disposed of safely. The local drop-off event will be held on Saturday 15 May 2021 from 8am to 3pm in Berwick.

Household chemicals can pollute the environment if they end up in landfill. Picture: MICHAEL TAVRIONOV FROM PIXABAY Registration is essential and can be done via the council’s website at www.casey.vic.gov. au/events/detox-your-home-1 Casey residents can also take advantage of a south-east council partnership which allows you to attend other drop-off events in Knox, Cardinia and Yarra Ranges in April and May. Dates and times are available on the Sustainability Victoria website and registration for any of these locations is essential. All events are drive-through only (no walkins) and contactless, supported by a Covidsafe plan. For more information, visit www.sustainability.vic.gov.au

Fire season officially ends 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 burnoffs 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 and outer urban small burn-offs, there are also widespread agricultural burn-offs occurring across most of the state. Mr Heffernan said it is important to register all burn-offs so Triple Zero (000) operators know what is happening in the area. Landowners can register their burn-off by using the Fire Permits Victoria website (firepermits.vic.gov.au), or notifying the Emergency Services Telecommunications

The CFA says the fire season has officially ended. Authority (ESTA) by calling 1800 668 511 or emailing burnoffs@esta.vic.gov.au “We ask that landowners register burnoffs to help reduce the risk of CFA brigades being called out unnecessarily if a member of the public calls about smoke or a fire in the area,” he said. He added that people should never leave a burn-off unattended as it’s the resident’s responsibility to ensure that it does not get out of control. “If a burn off does get out of control, call ‘000’ immediately. People should have a fire plan and prepare for the event of fire, and never be complacent.” CFA tips to keep your burn off safe and legal: Check fire restrictions in your area and always register your burn at www.firepermits.vic.gov.au Check and monitor weather conditions particularly wind. To avoid unnecessary calls to emergency services, notify your neighbours beforehand. Leave a three-metre fire break, free from flammable materials around the burn. Have sufficient equipment and water to stop the fire spreading. Never leave a burn-off unattended - stay for its entire duration. If your burn-off gets out of control, call ‘000’ immediately.

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Traffic is being diverted around the scene of the crash while emergency services investigate. 233886 person had been injured in the accident and taken to hospital. Mr White said that it was “too early at this stage” to reveal any other information, as the “investigation is still ongoing”. He did say that the road “would be closed for some time” and motorists needed to find a route around the incident.

Suspected pet pooch poisoning attempt By Shelby Brooks A beloved family dog narrowly avoided death after someone allegedly sprinkled Ratsak in a Pakenham backyard on Friday 9 April. Chantelle Nicholls-Hohmann said she was shocked to wake up Friday morning to find most of her backyard on Alapont Close covered in the poison pellets in what she believes was an attack on her dog, Billie. “It’s so cruel,” she told the Gazette. “Why would someone do that?” Ms Nicholls-Hohmann, who has lived on Alapont Close for seven years, said neighbours had never had a problem with her dog. “She does bark sometimes, but dogs bark,” she said. Fortunately, Billie is in the clear and is happy and healthy, though the family had to wait an excruciating 48 hours to make sure. “The vet said it’s too late to try make her pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

Billie, was allegedly the target of an attempted poisoning. Picture: SUPPLIED vomit,” Ms Nicolls-Hohmann said on Friday. “Ratsak thins the blood out and then they haemorrhage. “If she doesn’t make it, I’m worried it will happen again. I don’t want my daughter waking up to find her dead.” Pakenham Police Senior Sergeant Amanda Douglas said police were canvassing and liaising with council to establish any further avenues of inquiry. Thursday, 15 April, 2021

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Major new reserve opens ties in Victoria, Casey has the significant challenge of matching a growing population with 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

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Pop-up dining spaces sprang up throughout the city last year as Covid safe practices restaurants and forced cafes to turn to the streets for space, and after a successful summer initiative is set to run, the be months - a decisionextended over the coming that has left some munity members comvery unhappy. The pop-up outdoor dining program originally developed was as a way for businesses to adapt to the ever-changing Covid ronment and saw temporary platformsenviseating areas quite and literally “pop up” Cardinia, with seating around spaces in many areas, taking over car parking including in Pakenham’s Main Street. Whilst many people are enjoying making use of the new al fresco spaces, longtime enham local and Pakactive community Jack Mitchell said member that the lack of cleanliness and maintenance of the Main Street was “an absolute disgrace” and neededspaces addressed by the to be council. “I travel all over the state and I have seen a main street never in as bad a shape Street, Pakenham,” as Main Mr Mitchell said. “It’s just dreadful, everywhere, there’s there are cigarette butts bird and the street pavementspoo all over the place Outdoor dining spaces are falling apart. are proving quite “Why anybody divisive along Pakenham’s would want to Main Street now go to the Main Street. is beyond me,” Mr Mitchell said. Picture: CARDINIA The other, less glamorous SHIRE COUNCIL view of the Main Street outdoor dining Mr Mitchell has be going anywhere lived in the area area. anytime soon, as since 2004 dinia Shire and said he has the Carraised Picture: JACK MITCHELL dinia Shire Council this issue with the Car- sions of Council are now calling for expres- dining spaces had proved popular interest for businesses mer and helped over many times, but avail. to support businesses sum- the shops - but it’s to no new, free “parklets” to apply mainly the dirtiness after a the problem,” - hoping to see more for difficult year. that’s “They told me porary outdoor he said. temthat they’ve got seating areas spring “Outdoor dining but it’s just getting big plans, Cardinia. “We have this big, certainly brought up across the worse,” he said. low-hanging tree a buzz to and streets of the shire outside all these parrots following a tough “Taking away the Cardinia Mayor keep coming along year. It’s great to see parking out the Brett Owen said making a mess. of the shops for and the community front a successful summer that after Cardinia some embrace venues and show trial of the parklets, unbelievable - most outdoor seating is just council Yesterday the council them some much the needed love,” were excited of the seats can’t came because she said. used.” complained to even be ing areas installed to see more outdoor dinwe them and they But the owner and throughout the area. said ‘yes, it’s very dirty’, but Mr Mitchell said “We trialled the they told us that Kebabs, Sam Bayraktar operator of Pakenham clean that the council parklet concept we should sending “someone should be mer in it up.” told over Star News that he sum- and other business Pakenham and we’re down there to clean as the council are owners on Main now on the look- that it up” out for new Mr Bayraktar said Street felt “accountable” for the restaurants, cafes that the area had the spaces are worthwhile ensuring the shire ly become “a dumping recentand bars across saster outdoor seating areas had been that would love to “a difor us”. ground” for people and usable if they are going to be taking leave rubbish and host a parklet from to March onwards,” Cr Owen unwanted junk as up car parking spots. “It’s a total mess,” said. that he didn’t have well, and Mr Bayraktar said. However, the pop-up Councillor Tammy the resources or “We can’t even use dining spaces won’t to be cleaning up the time the seating, it’s so highly of the concept, Radford also spoke less. the “ridiculous” point- side. mess outstating that the al fresco First of all we lost “It’s become more our car parks in of a dumping ground front of and an eyesore than something nice,” he said.

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Battin joins calls for suicide inquiry Gembrook MP Brad Battin has indicated his support for a national Royal Commission into veteran suicide. The Victorian Liberals, along with Mr Battin, announced support for a national Royal Commission on Tuesday 13 April, backing growing calls from RSL Victoria and the local veteran community to take action. Since 2001, at least 500 ex-servicemen and women have committed suicide. Nine veterans lost their lives to suicide in October and November of last year alone while in the first three months of 2021, 13 veterans have taken their own lives. In a statement, Mr Battin said while the Victorian Liberals supported the Federal Government’s announcement of a national commissioner into the the issue, the veteran community was seeking a Royal Commission as a starting point. “A Royal Commission is our highest form of independent inquiry and it is this process that will give the veteran community the confidence to come forward and share experiences and challenges,” the statement read. Mr Battin said we must do more to support those who have served our nation, with an approach that not only delivers the intervention people need when they reach crisis point, but also in the years before they are at their most vulnerable.

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Grants for road safety 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. 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

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Fix foot issues Unknown diabetes danger for women 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.

While it’s an unfair reality that women who develop gestational diabetes are 10 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes later in life, only a third of these women realise that they’re at high risk, according to new research by the University of South Australia. Conducted in partnership with the University College Dublin, the research examined the views of 429 Australian women with a history of gestational diabetes to establish their perceived risks of developing type 2 diabetes, potential barriers to losing weight, and useful strategies for supporting a healthy weight. Lead researcher, UniSA’s Kristy Gray says understanding the risks of developing type 2 diabetes post gestational diabetes is essential as prevention is the key. “Gestational diabetes is the fastest growing type of diabetes in Australia, affecting

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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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Head to the Park No matter the weather, kids will enjoy a run around some of Casey’s beautiful parks. Crunch some autumn leaves, jump in some puddles, see what you can spy amongst the trees and bushes, and let them burn off all that pent-up energy with a few hours of fund.

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Team first for Thompson By David Nagel It’s quite ironic that in a sport where being an individual is paramount that Haydn Thompson thought of his team first after winning the 2019/20 Victorian PGA Management Professional of the Year. Thompson, the CEO at Deep Creek Golf Club, was quick to highlight the support of his staff as the main reason for taking home the prestigious award, and being nominated for the national honour. “Awards like this are won by teams, they’re not won by individuals, it’s just that someone has to get their name on the plaque and gets the recognition.” Thompson said. “It’s recognition of what we have achieved as a club and the sacrifices of everyone in moving from the home of the Pakenham and District Golf Club to the new home of the Deep Creek Golf Club.” Thompson and his team have had a whirlwind journey, making the huge transition from a previous home of 40 years to a new facility at Deep Creek Reserve on Cameron Way. Thompson has seen the project grow through its infancy and eventually become a reality, with many challenges to overcome along the way. The club received the keys to its new premises on October 25, 2019, the night before it was due to move in. “Opening a new cafe on its own is a big thing but opening a cafe, kitchen, lounge, function room, pro shop, driving range, new golf holes, a reconfigured layout, it was an absolute crazy time,” Thompson said. “We moved in on October 26 and had our AGM the following day. That’s when we became the Deep Creek Golf Club and the first ball was struck in anger. Our first comp day was Monday October 29 and it was absolutely crazy until covid kicked in in March and we had to close down the course.” Thompson, who has been at Pakenham for seven years, explained the club required a new

attitude to sit comfortably alongside its new facility. “It’s about really embracing the entire community, not just the golfers anymore, which has been challenging for some,” he said. “Some like the elitist side of being a member of a golf club, and we definitely cater for that, but now it’s about embracing everyone and not being a closed shop. “We’ve got a playground, and a cafe that supports it, and a lounge and dining area for anyone to come and enjoy. We certainly haven’t turned our backs on the golf club members but our focus did move towards attracting a new customer, who’s not a member…it is here for them all to enjoy as well.” Despite sharing the new building with cotenants, the golf club has an exclusive lease agreement on the golf course which will allow it to improve and reconfigure the layout over time. Thompson said this is one of the most exciting developments that will take place in the future, with the club’s two new holes to blend in over time. “The new layout took months to work out and I still have the eight or nine options that we had sitting in my office,” he explained. “They all had their pros and cons but we understand the weaknesses of the golf course and have a master plan for every hole on the course. Extra pathways will be put in, contours will be added to remove water more easily, there’s so much potential moving forward. “We’ve moved in to a new facility, but it’s just the beginning in so many ways.” Thompson wanted to thank his entire team, but in particular Course Superintendent Rick McHugh, PGA Club Professional Darren Carroll and Kelly in hospitality for their hard work and dedication during some challenging times. Deep Creek is also leading the way with its Junior Program with teaching pro Mark Shaw offering a wide range of options for children as young at three, right through to adults. Contact the club for more details.

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Time for some crash and bash at Drouin Speedway Drouin Speedway is looking to bounce back from last week’s rain cancellation and play host to the Crash and Bash Association’s War on Wheels at its picturesque venue this Sunday. The crazy crash and bash drivers provide great entertainment with cars sometimes crashed and bashed and upside down before the race begins. Over 25 competitors will start in the open class War on Wheels with last weekend’s nominations standing except for some minor tweaks to the entry list. Expect Jason Judd, Richard Lewandowski, Craig McKendry, and best mates Andrew Corlett and James Kane to figure in the action. It is always difficult to choose a winner in the class as anything goes, however one thing is for sure, the driver who is the smartest tactically will come out on top. Expect cars to hit tyres, concrete and each other and let’s just hope they do avoid the ambulance. The Crash and Bash girls will also be at it on ‘Driver for Yarnie’ race day with Lea Judd, who recently won at Daylesford, the favourite going into Sunday. The likes of Sarah Price, Kath George and Bianca Brown will be amongst her competition and keen to take the victory. The Junior Standard Saloon competitors will be back to finish off their feature event final from the previous race meeting in the Junior Jam. After that is over they will compete in Sunday’s racing with the likes of Jack Yeoman’s, Harry and Owen Cecil, Nathan and Maddison Miles, Cody Drennan and Hunter Carey all competing. Harry Cecil is on pole position for the Junior Jam as top qualifier and Jack Yeoman’s will be keen to win as his junior career winds 18 STAR NEWS

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Jason Judd is a true entertainer set to light up Drouin Speedway this Sunday. 234271 up. Standard Saloons have over 30 competitors, continuing the run of incredible familyday race fields they have been producing at Drouin. Jeff Blencowe, Leigh Gooding, Daniel Walkinshaw, Mitchell Blencowe, Andrew Cormack, Matt Leek, Victor Benson, and Darwyn Lee are just some of the racers that

could figure in the run to the chequered flag. Ladies Standard Saloon action is also on the schedule with Sharlene Laidlaw, Kate Stuchbery and Rebecca Glassborow just some of the drivers who will be keen to chalk up victory. Gates open from 8.30am. Racing starts at 11am.

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Harnett’s delight By David Nagel While all the attention is quite deservedly on Sydney racing at the moment there has still been plenty of action locally with Pakenham trainers continuing their winning run of form. Nick Harnett got the ball rolling for local punters last week when his four-year-old mare Delightful Hustler scored a narrow victory at Sale over the 1411m trip. The daughter of Delightful Choice-Here’s de Hussy got the bob on the line to score by a nose from the Enver Jusufovic-trained favourite Obi. Beau Mertens timed his run to perfection on Delightful Hustler, who has now had 16 starts for four wins and no placings. Delightful Hustler paid $15 for the win and is now likely to stretch out in trip after four runs this preparation. Harnett has tested his mare up to 1968m at Yarra Valley in the past without success. Bill Papazaharoudakis might have a good one on his hands after Marlion’s Dream made it two wins from two outings at Pakenham on Thursday night. The Skilled-Dream Chaser three-year-old gelding raced on speed and always looked the winner, kicking clear to win by just over a length at the post. Marlion’s Dream smashed his rivals by almost four lengths on debut and made the sometimes-difficult step up in grade look easy. It will be interesting to see if Papazaharoudakis keeps his prospect at the 1200-metre journey or now steps him up in trip. And gun-trainer Phillip Stokes continues to

Way To Go Paula enjoyed a drop in class to score effortlessly last week. 234115 dominate his local track with odds-on favourite Way To Go Paula scoring an effortless victory in race seven at Pakenham last week. Given a gun-run by star jockey Jamie Kah, Way To Go Paula stalked her rivals before pulling clear to win by almost two lengths on the line. Stokes must have a high-opinion of his Nostradamus three-year-old filly, having run

her in Listed company at Flemington and Sandown at her previous two starts. Way To Go Paula was more than competitive in higher grade and after an easy kill will be one to keep an eye on over the coming weeks. Night racing returns to Pakenham tonight and will continue on Thursday’s through to the end of April.

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 another 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.

Warriors undefeated run Here, here for Herrera at Country championships You couldn’t wipe the smiles off the faces of the Pakenham Warriors basketball team after capturing the division three boys crown at the weekend’s Under 12 Country Championships. The boys went undefeated for the competition and put their stamp on proceedings with a dominant 52-20 grand final victory. Congratulations to coach Andrew Clinch and his coaching staff, and the boys, on a magnificent win. And the Warriors girls also did themselves proud by finishing runner-up in division two. The winning associations were: Division One Boys – Warragul Division Two Boys – Echuca Division Three Boys – Pakenham

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Pakenham United FC has celebrated the wonderful achievement of one of its most loyal servants on Saturday with Alex Herrera playing his 100th game for the club against Bunyip Strikers. Herrera, who celebrated his milestone achievement with a 3-1 reserves victory over the Strikers, is one of the original players from the club’s first-ever season all the way back in 2012. Herrera has knocked back many offers to play at a higher level and has been a familiar face at the club since the merger between the Pakenham Soccer Club and its junior affiliate Cardinia United. Herrera is a popular figure around the football scene, with many of his former teammates – now playing for Bunyip – more than happy to form a guard of honour before the game. Pakenham United FC president Chris Gomez presented Herrera and his family with his original number-eight jersey from the inaugural 2012 championship season, as well as a framed jersey that Herrera plans to hang in his cinema room.

Alex Herrera receives a guard of honour prior to his 100th game for Pakenham. Congratulations Alex Herrera on a wonderful and loyal career at Pakenham, and one that is still counting. Thursday, 15 April, 2021

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