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Eddie Morton (left) and photographer Alex Inglis (right). “I’m taking calls and messages at all hours of the day. I’ve been up to Kalorama a couple of times and we’ve organised a time with the CFA and SES. The community has responded in a really strong way. A lot of the people I’ve spoken to end up in tears at the end because they walk through that night again which can be a bit traumatic,” he said. “I’m not a mental health professional in any shape or form but I think people really see a benefit in sharing their story. To capture the visuals for the book, Mr Mor-
ton approached Upwey photographer Alex Inglis. “Ed had the idea and called me. But it was strange, I already knew what he was going to ask and agreed before he’d even finished asking. It’s like it was meant to be,” Alex said. “We could have picked up chainsaws, but there are guys who can do that far better than us. Hence why we decided to use what we do best to give back to the community,” he said. Continued on page 3
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ple to tell their story, to vent and move forward. “People were really crying out for an avenue to tell their story and they still are. There have been so many posts on social media of people just needing to vent. An event like that makes you go through these emotional stages and that’s the wonderful thing about writing is pulling all these things together and giving people an outlet,” he said. Since posting the idea of a book to social media, Mr Morton described the reaction as “gung-ho”.
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The trauma and the triumphs of the Dandenong Ranges community following the catastrophic storm will soon be compiled in the form of a book. A group of creative professionals in the Hills are working to put together a book full of the stories of Dandenong Ranges residents both during the storm and in the aftermath. Belgrave local and ex-journalist Edouard Morton (Eddie) envisioned the idea after his own terrifying experience during the storm on 9 June. “Where this idea came from was on the night of the storm, my family moved away from my place up on the hill in Belgrave to my mum’s on Monbulk Road. We were all tucked up in bed when one giant, massive tree fell down on the room we were all sleeping in,” Eddie said. “The following days after that people were just sort of scrambling to make sense of it all or get the fixing happening. It was only a few days later that the emotion caught up with me. Having already published a communityfocused book during his time in Hong Kong, Eddie saw the perfect opportunity to fill pages full of stories after one of the most destructive weather events the Hills has experienced to date. The book will be focused on the community and their resilience to rebuild and restart their lives. “I don’t want this whole book to be about the storm, the storm will be in the background. It will talk initially about this community and what makes it up, and then the storm, and then the recovery and we’ve got fantastic resources from CFA and SES and they’re all going to be involved in some way or another,” he said. Eddie hopes the book will be a way for peo-
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Help Kelly during Dry July By Gabriella Payne Last year was filled with many challenges for people across the globe as the pandemic took hold, but for Gembrook local Kelly O’Sullivan, it was even worse than most. Ms O’Sullivan, an energetic and bubbly woman, had her world rocked last year when she was diagnosed with stage four head and neck cancer - a devastating blow for the mum of three. Being forced to spend months in and out of hospital and requiring a full jaw reconstruction, Ms O’Sullivan said it had been “a crazy journey” but thanks to the incredible people around her, particularly the amazing work of the staff at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, she had made it out the other side and was alive to tell the tale. “During that time in hospital, the nurses stepped up and became my surrogate family,” Ms O’Sullivan said. “It was during lockdown and no one at all was allowed to visit me,” she said, adding that it had been particularly hard to be away from her husband and five year old son. “It’s a horrendous cancer, with lots of invasive surgeries,” Ms O’Sullivan explained, describing how she underwent operations as long as 14 hours in order to combat her aggressive cancer. But unlike other well known forms of the disease, head and neck cancer is “not very well known” according to Ms O’Sullivan - something she is now working hard to change. Ms O’Sullivan, who will be celebrating her one year cancer-free anniversary on Thursday 22 July, was “honoured” to be named as this year’s Royal Melbourne Hospital Dry July Ambassador and is using her experiences to help raise awareness and funds within the local community. “When [the RMH] asked me to be their of-
Kelly O’Sullivan has faced a lot this past year, but she’s never let that get her down. ficial ambassador for the campaign, I was honoured - it’s just crazy!” she said. Both Ms O’Sullivan and her husband are taking part in the Dry July campaign, alongside many of her family members, and all together they have already raised a whopping $17,500 to go towards head and neck cancer treatment and research at the hospital. Having already raised $6,000 on her own, Ms O’Sullivan is currently the fourth highest fundraiser in the country and she’s hoping
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to see even more donations roll in over the month to help support the amazing team at the RMH and other people impacted by cancer like herself. “I’m very lucky, I just feel like my perspective on life has changed a lot as well since this journey began,” she said. “It’s a team effort and I have a team of warriors behind me.” Ms O’Sullivan said she was overwhelmed by the amount of support she and her family had
received from the Gembrook community and she encouraged everyone who could to donate to this worthy cause. “Every donation helps - whether people dig deep or shallow, it all accumulates,” she said. To support Ms O’Sullivan’s Dry July campaign head to: https://www.dryjuly.com/users/kelly-osullivan All funds raised will support patient care at The Royal Melbourne Hospital.
We’re building big near you and there will be transport disruptions As part of Victoria’s Big Build, we’re removing 75 dangerous and congested level crossings, with 46 already gone. We’re also continuing works to prepare for major construction on North East Link. Train disruptions: Buses replace trains in both directions Lilydale Line
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IN BRIEF Road closure updates VicRoads is focusing attention on Mt Dandenong Tourist Road from Falls Road to Montrose and the entire length of Ridge Road in hopes of reopening both roads from Wednesday 7 July. The Tourist Rd between Sassafras and Olinda, between Falls road and Ridge Road, is expected to reopen from Friday 9 July. EmeraldMonbulk Road is also set to open on Friday 9 July, depending on weather throughout the week. Roads remain restricted to locals and their immediate support networks only, as well as emergency and maintenance vehicles. This is to allow for the safety of road users, work crews and the local community while the clean-up continues. Traffic control will continue to monitor entry to restricted roads. Those with accommodation bookings and events on the mountain will not be granted access until roads are reopened.
Orange Door for the south-east
If draft electoral boundary redivisions are finalised, the seat of Gembrook will be abolished at the next state election, with current MP Brad Battin vowing to run for Berwick. 212768
Gembrook to go By Taylah Eastwell Electoral boundaries in the Hills are set for a shake-up with the seats of Gembrook and Ferntree Gully proposed to be abolished entirely. The Victorian Electoral Boundaries Commission (EBC) released a draft proposed redistribution on Wednesday 30 June that will divide the Gembrook electorate if approved, with some of the district joining a new Berwick seat and other suburbs moving over to Monbulk. According to the draft paper, the electorate of Gembrook requires a reduction in elector numbers following substantial growth in the south-eastern corridor. Gembrook MP Brad Battin said he always knew there would be massive changes to his electorate due to population growth.
“This will be a very interesting period but it is a positive change for the area because it will give more representation to all,“ Mr Battin said. The proposed Berwick seat would encompass Beaconsfield Upper, Harkaway, Guys Hill, Berwick, Beaconsfield and Clyde North. “I’ve now got time to sit back and look at what the impact will be. With my seat gone, I’ve got to work out what will happen in the future,“ he said. If approved, the redistribution would see areas of the Dandenong Ranges including Clematis, Gembrook, Cockatoo and Emerald move into the seat of Monbulk, which currently sits under quota at 10.72%. It is expected a merge would bump up electors by around 10,000 to bring the district back up to quota. Mr Battin said he would be sticking to his
Berwick roots in next year’s election. “For me personally, it’s a challenge because they’re abolishing my seat but I’m born and bred and lived in Berwick all my life so I would want to run for the Berwick seat. I’ll go through the formal party processes and give them that respect to make that decision but I will be putting my hand up for Berwick,” he said. The Ferntree Gully district will also be split, with half of the electorate to join Monbulk and the remainder to join Rowville. The proposed boundaries can be downloaded from the EBC website, ebc.vic.gov.au. Written submissions can also be lodged via the website. The EBC will take account of suggestions and objections, and prepare final boundaries by late October 2021. These boundaries will take effect at the 2022 State election.
Turning the page on a stormy chapter From page 1 While Alex has taken some photos of the physical impacts of the storm, the book’s main focus is on people - not the grim disaster - so he is working on setting up portraits that help tell the amazing stories that are emerging. “Situations like this bring out the best in
people. Any previous prejudices that were there, are lost. The community just bands together regardless to help each other out. The book simply seeks to show how disasters like this bring out the best in humanity,” he said. The project now has four dedicated professionals on board, Eddie as writer, Alex as photographer, Zoe Powell as editor and Sophie Sirninger Rankin as designer.
Croydon will soon be home to a new specialist family violence outreach centre, the state government has announced. A lease has been signed in Croydon for a primary site of the Orange Door Network, a specialist family violence outreach service allowing all supports to be accessed under the one roof. The Croydon site will be supported by additional access points to ensure residents across the Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Knox government areas have the supports they need closer to home. The Orange Door Network was established as a result of a recommendation following the 2006 Royal Commission into Family Violence. It has helped more than 140,000 Victorian’s since 2018, including more that 55,000 children by bringing together workers from specialist family violence, child and family, aboriginal and men’s services. The Orange Door Network is currently operating in eight regions across the state, including Goulburn, Central Highlands, Loddon, Barwon, Inner Gippsland, Northeast Melbourne, Bayside Peninsula, and Mallee. A further nine areas will be opened by late 2022. Minister for Prevention of Family Violence Gabrielle Williams said “The Orange Door Network ensures people experiencing family violence can get the co-ordinated support they need, when they need it, closer to home.” “We aren’t wasting a moment expanding the Orange Door Network providing much needed support for those who need it. For more information visit https://orangedoor.vic.gov.au/.
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According to Eddie, the timeline for publishing will depend on “support from higher powers”, whether it be businesses, council or other interested locals. “We want people to look at this book and be proud of the community they are or were a part of and all of the wonderful initiatives and humanity,” Eddie said.
A section of the Warburton Rail Trail will be closed next week for works. The trail will be closed between Monbulk Road in Mt Evelyn and Wellington Road in Wandin North. The closure is to allow Yarra Ranges Council arborists to work on dangerous trees that have been identified following the storm on 9 June. It is expected the works will start on Thursday 8 July requiring the section of the trail to be closed for up to two days, depending on weather.
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THE LOWDOWN Q&A Tell us a fun fact about yourself All my life I have dreamt about elephants. I have been a vegetarian for 33 years. I believe you should do the things that you do fully and with passion otherwise, why bother. What’s the best thing about working at Dudley’s ? Feeling part of a team and that amazing feeling you share together when you have been slammed for eight hours and done well. And cooking food for people. Food unites us. It has to be good. That means a lot to me. Pineapple on a pizza, yes or no? For me personally, no way. But I don’t like to judge... I mean, I like tofu. What is your favorite thing to cook at home? Chinese banquets with five or six different dishes to be shared by everyone and there is always tofu involved. What is your favorite piece of music you have composed, and how did it come about? It is called “The Thing Is”. Film Director Damon Gameau wanted me to work on ideas for his film “2040” and came and recorded himself playing the hang drum. From that, I recorded this piece that uses conventional sounds and sounds from nature. I have composed many different things but this is a favorite. https://open.spotify.com/track/3fLI1np7Ixnle ZrwqkqaC9?si=42cd2dbb51ac4281 At school I...... Liked to learn and enjoyed history and art. I didn’t like being teased (apparently I was weird) but then I found paint brushes and guitars. Favourite holiday spot in Australia? I really love the ocean but it would be my 75acre bush block in East Gippsland where I sit about nature, quiet, nothingness. Which six dinner guests, dead or alive ,
with Jamie Saxe, cook at Dudley’s in Olinda
Jamie, cook at Dudley’s Olinda. would you invite to dinner? Joan Of Arc, Ned Kelly, Eckhart Tolle, John Lennon, William Blake, Laurie Anderson (no idea what I would cook for them). What do you enjoy about painting and who do you admire? Painting, especially abstract painting, is the closest thing I have felt to being in the now and losing yourself in the moment.
I admire Jackson Pollock, Van Gogh, Fred Williams and anyone brave enough to make everything they do in life into art. Expression and passion = art! What’s the best concert you have been to? Bob Dylan with backing band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers in Wellington NZ. Philip Glass -”Einstein on the Beach”.
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Whole roasted cauliflower “For a vegan alternative to a classic roast, this spiced, roasted cauliflower is just the ticket!“ This Jamie Oliver recipe is simple to follow and all you need is one large cauliflower, four garlic cloves, smoked paprika, fresh thyme, olive oil, a lemon, dry sherry, a tin of tomatoes, flaked almonds and fresh parsley. Go to Jamie Oliver’s website for the full recipe.
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Easy vegan wellington This vegan wellington looks impressive, but it is beyond easy and delicious to make! Savoury vegies wrapped in puff pastry and cooked to perfection, what could be better? This vegan mushroom wellington will be the star of your Christmas dinner. Go to the Hurry The Food Up website for the full recipe.
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Have your say Project concept designs Melbourne Airport Rail will run from a new station at Melbourne Airport to Sunshine Station, where it will then travel through the Metro Tunnel into the heart of the CBD before continuing on to the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines.
— Sunshine transport superhub — Albion flyover and station works — Walking and cycling connections — Bridge over the Maribyrnong River Valley — Bridge over the Western Ring Road (M80) Check out our virtual information room to view the concept designs at airportrail.vic.gov.au and learn more about the project.
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Most of us as readers have one or a couple of preferred literary genres. Because there is never enough time to consume all the books on our TBR list in our favourite genre(s), it is unlikely that we will venture outside of our reading comfort zone and explore those authors and books unknown and unfamiliar to us. Perhaps you, too, have wondered what you have missed and are still missing. Still, life is too short to fully try out everything. Instead of diving straight into a different genre and then realising you have no idea where to start – like a tiny boat launching into a vast ocean without an experienced navigator on board – perhaps you just want to dip your toes into those strange waters from time to time. Which is why Lighthouse – An Anthology (Lorikeet Ink, 2020) is refreshing, as it offers a delightful glimpse of some of the reading routes that this reviewer has never before taken. The 15 stories collected here share the same theme, but they are from a diverse range of genres, including fantasy, sci-fi, romance, crime, historical fiction, dystopian and paranormal. In the words of Chris Foley, the anthology’s organiser and contributing author: “Each contributing writer accepted the challenge of setting their story in a lighthouse, applying their own special brand of creativity to produce this collective work... The willingness by everyone to be involved, and additionally to offer other talents, is truly inspiring.” Each story leads down a unique path, with its author serving as a guide – not only to that particular literary genre, but also to his or her writing style and vision. Indeed, some of the stories make you want to know more about their creators. It would be interesting to find out if these authors can handle novel or novella-length projects as well as they do short stories. Other stories are intellectually intriguing, graceful yet tense, thoroughly challenging until the very end. Still other stories
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Wildlife suffer in storm By Taylah Eastwell Wildlife shelters in storm-hit areas of the state are overrun as many animals suffered injuries during June’s wild weather. Emerald Monbulk Wildlife Shelter’s Andrea MacDonald said there have been extra mouths to feed at the local shelter following the damaging storms in the Dandenong Ranges. “Many animals will progress to being released once they are rehabilitated. Some that have permanent injuries may become long term or permanent residents,” she said. Emerald Monbulk Wildlife Shelter is a privately run refuge for orphaned, injured or sick animals and includes possums, wallabies, kangaroos, wombats, echidnas and birds of all kinds. Following the storms, the shelter saw an abundance of orphaned baby animals requiring care, including wombats, with carers having never seen so many animals at the shelter at one time. The shelter is entirely self funded by carer Carol and volunteers who chip in as much as they can. Milk formula to feed the animals costs the shelter approximately $400.00 per 20kg bag, and with so many animals to feed the carers are “burning through it”. If anyone would like to donate to the operating costs to help animals recover, funding will be spend on specialised milk formula, bottles and treats, pellets, seed mixes, fruit and veg and meat for tawny frogmouths, magpies and butcher-birds. Details are as follows: Emerald Monbulk Wildlife Shelter BSB: 083 638 Acct No: 85 495 5046 The request for help comes after local and state conservation groups called for an assessment of the impact of the devastating storms
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Emerald Monbulk Wildlife Shelter has never seen so many animals in need of care following the storm on 9 June. on national parks, conservation and wildlife areas of the Dandenong Ranges and Macedon Ranges. Southern Dandenong’s Landcare President Robert Pergl said “recent storm damage on Melbourne’s doorstep at the Dandenong Ranges highlights the need for more funding to manage these unique bushland areas. The recent disturbance from the storms, will lead to a flourish of invasive weed growth, amplifying a pre-existing issue that needs serious gov-
proaches. Great care needs to be taken while the clean-up begins, to avoid further impact,” he said. The groups are calling for a biodiversity and park recovery package to understand and manage the impact of the storm on the parks and biodiversity, control of pest species that will flourish due to the mass disturbance, assess habitat impacted within the parks and reserves and fix walking tracks and park infrastructure.
ernment commitment for future conservation management.” Executive Director Victorian National Parks Association, Matt Ruchel said he Dandenong people “need to understand the impact of these devastating storms on our parks and wildlife and how we can care for them and their values.” “We have a concern about increased destruction within national parks from the use of heavy machinery or salvage logging ap-
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Filling plates in Kalorama By Taylah Eastwell A Belgrave Indian restaurant has taken large pots of Indian cuisine to the streets of the Hills each week, vowing to feed the mountain community until the power was restored. Babaji’s Kitchen took 500 serves of butter chicken and potato curry to Kalorama each Tuesday following the storm as a way of thanking the broader mountain community for their support in keeping the business alive during multiple Covid-19 lockdowns. Owners Billy Crombie and partner Max had “so much community support during Covid” that they wanted to help out the Hills community in its time of need. “Cooking large amounts of yummy food is what we do. Give us a chainsaw and we’ve got no idea, but we can cook. We really just wanted to give the community something to look forward to and give them warmth, not just in the food but in the gesture,” Billy said. “The storm happened and we sat on it for about a week. The first week of it was just numb. We were trying to come out of lockdown and keep the business surviving because we didn’t get JobKeeper because our staff were indian (non-residents) and there is only so much a small business can cope with with these lockdowns. It was really important to us that we did help because this is our community, these are our people,” she said. Billy contacted St Michaels Church, Kalorama and asked if they could come up with their street food set-up. Coming out of lockdowns, the offer to feed 500 people for free was no easy feat. “We were pretty nervous about the financial implications of it, because we said we would cook every week until the power is restored. So we put it out on social media and everyone started donating to us. Those three weeks we have been up to Kalorama have been paid for by the community donating,” Billy said. Even after Ausnet restored power much earlier than the original 10 July timeframe, Babaji’s Kitchen still took pots of food up to Kalorama to warm bellies.
Hills residents line up for a warm butter chicken or potato curry on Tuesday 29 June. “We want people to know it’s OK to come. It’s been paid for by the community. Even with the power back on, it has been such an emotional, stressful time for people and we acknowledge that. We told everyone it’s OK to come and let us feed them,” she said. And while butter chicken isn’t authentic south indian, it was chosen as a treat for the kids. “It’s mild and the kids love it, so we did it for the kids,” Billy said. During lockdowns, Babaji’s Kitchen visited different towns in the hills and foothills of Mt Dandenong for “extreme delivery”. “We were sharing our story every week
about what a lockdown looked like for a small Indian restaurant. I was telling people how much wages were, how much rent was, because I wanted people to understand not all businesses are receiving the government support that was being promoted. I broke down how many people we served and was up front with what was happening and people responded by buying more takeaway,” Billy said. “So we started our extreme delivery service far beyond Belgrave. We started with Mt Evelyn, I was thinking it’s too far but there were quite a few people in Mt Evelyn asking, so we said if you order on a certain night by 5pm we will get that food to a destination outside
the Commonwealth Bank by 6pm. It meant we weren’t driving all over and it was literally about fifty percent of our turnover. Mt Evelyn were the ones that made us think differently and then we continued one night per week in Monbulk, Boronia, Emerald,” Billy said. Babaji’s still continues its extreme delivery in Olinda on Wednesdays, Monbulk on Fridays and Emerald on Sundays. “It’s shown us that you can do things differently and people don’t have to drive all the way down the mountain to Belgrave,” Billy said. “Without the community’s support I can’t even imagine how we would have got through,” she said.
Power-outage poet hits the heartstrings with verse By Taylah Eastwell A Cockatoo woman has turned her dark days into social media fame after a poem she wrote about power outages went viral. Elise Turnedge has always enjoyed poetry, so when she found herself sitting at home with only a candle light to see following the storm, she put pen to paper to create a poem depicting the circumstances that have become all too relatable for Yarra Ranges residents over the past fortnight. Titled ‘The sound of generators’, Elise’s poem speaks of trees being ripped out of the ground, powerlines hanging down upon the ground, cooking on the barbecue and the alltoo-familiar sound of a generator powering away. “I have always written poetry from when I was in primary school, and my husband is a local CFA volunteer so he was out at a job, I think someone had lit their chimney on fire, and I was here by myself with just my candles and no power, I couldn’t do anything so I thought I’d play my guitar and the first line just popped into my head,” Elise said. “I’d just boiled the pot on the barbecue so I could have a cup of coffee because I was so cold,” she said. As a hospitality business owner, running Cockatoo’s Brunch on McBride, the storm has had a crippling effect on Elise and her family, who decided to let their generator run at the shop to save food rather than power their home. “We lost a week’s income and all our fresh food. We had just gotten the announcement on Wednesday that Covid-19 restrictions were lifting so had started cooking to open Friday, so basically all the fresh ingredients we’d got in we lost. There’s only so many bits of cold lasagne you can eat,” she laughed. “It’s been tough. We have the best com6 MAIL
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Cockatoo’s Brunch on McBride owner Elise Turnedge created a poem about the sound of Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS generators during the power outage. 242122 munity support we could ask for though, without our community I don’t think we would still be here after Covid-19,” she said. After her poem went viral, Elise got a message from 3AW, who invited her on air and played her poem.
“I was like, ‘this is crazy’. I’m not an out there person at all, so I was thinking holy sh**, what have I done, and then yesterday I opened the mail and someone had anonymously donated some cash for us as a business after hearing my story. It’s just an awesome place to live, even with no power,” she said.
Here are the lyrics: Hello darkness my old friend Seems the powers gone out again Because a storm ripped through our town Ripped the trees right out of the ground And the powerlines they’re all just hanging down Upon the ground And there’s the sound of generators And my house is dark and cold A generator would be gold Cooking dinner on the bar-b-cue When the temperature is minus 2 Is not something that I really like to do Probably catch the flu And there’s the sound of generators In the blackened light I saw 10,000 candles maybe more Flickering candles through the window panes Oh I wish they would restore the mains But the nights awake with a soothing, humming sound From all around It’s the sound of generators And the whole community They came out to move some trees The S.E.S and the C.F.A Came from near and from far away And I met some neighbours that I’d never met before Down at the hall, and there’s the sound of generators Finally the powers been restored All the kids no longer bored Footy’s back on the big TV Mum’s in the kitchen and she’s cooking tea And life’s gone back to how it ought to be And finally There is no sound of generators. mailcommunity.com.au
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Outages reignite calls for underground powerlines By Taylah Eastwell
Victoria Police Regional Emergency Response Coordinator Robert Raaymakers provides an update on road closures affecting businesses.
Businesses air concerns By Taylah Eastwell Business owners from ridge-top communities gathered for a business recovery meeting in Olinda last week as many remain closed due to road closures and loss of tourists following the June storm. Held at Olinda Tea House & Restaurant, concerned business owners piled into the centre to listen to the update organised by Yarra Ranges Tourism on Tuesday 29 June. Victoria Police Regional Emergency Response Coordinator Robert Raaymakers delivered an update on the state of local road closures. Many business owners questioned the positioning of roadblocks which currently sit directly before Mt Dandenong and Olinda business districts rather than at the start of the Tourist Rd, effectively allowing the public up the mountain before being turned away. Mr Raaymakers said the issue with roads is that some are council roads and others fall under the Department of Transport (DoT). “The DoT roads are the priority at the moment to get open as soon as we can, but there are a number of trees that are hazardous trees that are ready to fall, so we can’t open them just yet,” he said. According to Mr Raaymakers, as of 29 June there were 300 council owned roads not yet deemed safe. “If we were to place traffic management points at all of those 300 roads you can imagine the logistical nightmare we would have,” he said. “Just because they might be accessible doesn’t mean they are open to the public,” he said. Mr Raaymakers said police, DoT and council were in contact every day to assess the situation with roads and were working towards getting a “better picture” last week about whether Olinda-Monbulk Road could be opened up to allow public access to shops in Olinda and Mt Dandenong. It was announced on Thursday 1 July that Mt Dandenong Tourist Road, Emerald-Monbulk Road, Olinda-Monbulk Road, Mountain Highway and Ridge Road are now open to people delivering essential supplies to local residents, such as food and equipment. Mt Dandenong Tourist Road between Sassafras and Olinda needs to remain blocked due to high levels of destruction that occurred during the storm on 9 June. “This is the storm version of Black Saturday. That’s what other people off the Dandenongs need to appreciate. They are already talking about the recovery from this event as being significantly more than Black Saturday, so let’s put that into context around why we’ve got a lot of angst in opening roads to the public in this scenario,” Mr Raaymakers said. Department of Transport Deputy Regional Agency Commander Fiona Green told the mailcommunity.com.au
crowd “it’s not just about what you can see driving, it’s about what’s above your head”. “It’s also off to the side and perhaps down the hill that you can’t see where a tree root may have come out and destabilised the road. Our primary purpose is not only to provide you access, but to actually make sure those roads are safe,” she said. Heavy machinery is expected to be on the mountain clearing dangerous trees for some time requiring a reduction in vehicle traffic. “We are very aware of all the businesses wanting to reopen and we are very conscious of that,” Ms Green said. A concerned business owner questioned whether the DoT could put out a guide that makes it easier to apply for business interruption insurance after experiencing difficulty when explaining to insurance companies why businesses are closed when one road is open and the other is not. Business owners were encouraged to check VicTraffic to see when updates were posted to satisfy their insurance companies of road closures. Others were concerned about whether employees who reside off the mountain were allowed to come up to work. Business owners were reassured employees can drive up the mountain and will be allowed through to work, however, the most important thing to be doing is trying to keep traffic off Hills roads. Mr Raaymakers said once roads do reopen, the message to tourists will be “keep looking out for trees, be aware of your safety”, with tree falls expected to be an ongoing issue after the severe weather. Yarra Ranges Tourism CEO Simon O’Callaghan said the tourism organisation will be keeping a “close watch“ on Parks Victoria closures with a view to getting the naturebased and walking assets “back up and running“. “We have an emergency tourism crisis response and recovery structure that we operate with so that we can adequately feed information from our business community up into the effective government decision making channels and that of the emergency services. There are a lot of pre-existing systems behind the scenes that act on your behalf and they have been run and run over many different emergencies,“ he said. Yarra Ranges Council advised Dandenong Ranges businesses to join a local business group to get into their communication channels, such as Villages of Mt Dandenong. Council’s Manager of Economic Development and Investment Helen Ruddell said council is working on a submission into the Victorian Government for short term and long term funding to support the whole community, including businesses. Council will also be hosting a number of other community engagement sessions in various suburbs.
Parts of the Dandenong Ranges power network are set to be rebuilt underground as the storm clean-up continues. Ausnet confirmed that “a small section of the network” was expected to be rebuilt underground over the last few weeks. “Damage to the Dandenong Ranges region following the recent storm is extensive, we will need to rebuild parts of the network,” an Ausnet spokesperson said. “Getting the power back on as quickly and safely as possible is our priority, however, where it makes sense and is a faster solution, we will underground sections during the restoration,” they said. The smashed power network has reignited calls for undergrounding across the entire mountain to prevent future outages in the disaster-prone region. Twelve years after the Black Saturday bushfires sparked the 2009 Bushfires Royal Commission recommended underground cabling replace overhead powerlines, residents in the Dandenongs are still waiting. Recommendation 27 pushed for overheads to be replaced in bushfire prone areas within 10 years. In May 2014, Ausnet commenced a $40 million two-year program in the Dandenong ranges across 119 sites to improve reliability, which included approximately 51kms of 22-kilovolt powerlines. Undergrounding the entire region would be costly and pose challenges due to rock and access challenges, according to Ausnet. Here’s what the locals think: Sue - “Wonder how the cost/benefit looks
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now, compared to the massive cost of rebuilding the network, and the immeasurable cost to the community. Underground would not be easy, but not impossible”. Linda - “Myers Creek has cables underground yet we were out for six days”. Walita - “All needs to be underground as recommended by the Black Saturday Royal Commision. Imagine if these winds had occured on a 42 degree day”. Stephen - “The government should have legislation on all power to be underground even from the days of the SEC. We pay more than enough tariffs to make it so”. Linda E - “Understand the cost would be high, but anywhere prone to bushfires and storms would benefit in the long term from having an underground power network. If not for each and every house, at least an ensured supply for some main hubs and community halls would at least be helpful for recovery scenarios”.
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Kids retreat to their zone By Taylah Eastwell A new “kids zone” has been established at the Kalorama relief hub to give Hills children the chance to get crafty again after a month of darkness. Belgrave woman and ex-Kalorama resident, Merinda Backway helped set up the kids zone to bring a bit of fun back into the lives of local children following the storm on 9 June. “I was trying to think of ways to help the community. I have lived in Kalorama in the past and still have friends and family all across the hill,” Ms Backway said. As a contractor in the entertainment industry, who typically works in set design, scenic art, staging and event installs, Ms Backway “hasn’t had much work the past few weeks due to the latest lockdown”. “So I had plenty of time on my hands and was itching for a project!,” she said. After getting local kids entertainment company True Fairies on board, Ms Backway spent the day emailing and calling around to arrange a meeting with the relevant Yarra Ranges Council worker. “They were all for it and gave me the green
light, so I planned some ideas for what the space needed after speaking with the locals and did some Facebook shout outs for donations and spoke with the many generous people who wanted to donate before spending the day driving around collecting and organising the items,” she said. The kids zone opened on Thursday 24 June and has been a “huge hit”, Ms Backway said. It includes books and bean bags to read on, games, paints, blocks, crafts, playdough, pencils and many other materials to allow kids creativity to shine. “We received so many donations from the Hills and the suburbs immediately below. It’s been so wonderful and is truly making a difference to these kids and their parents,” she said. The kids zone is run by a roster of local volunteers who run “crafternoon sessions” every day from 1-3pm inside the relief hub tent at Kalorama oval. An art facilitator also visits the space in the evenings to play and create with children. “Evenings are busy in the hub in general, with adults and kids, and can have a real atmosphere,” Ms Backway said.
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Free meals a collective community effort at Olinda There has been no shortage of community support following the storm almost a month ago. Neighbours have forged friendships through helping each other, while businesses and not-for-profits have provided endless food to warm the bellies of cold and disconnected mountain residents. The Philanthropic Collective are just one of many couldn’t pass up the opportunity to provide locals with a warm meal on Wednesday 30 June. Olinda Community House opened its
doors for locals to come and collect a hot meal and some staples including loaves of fresh bread. All meals were catered for by Essential Catering and Events with supplies donated from Greenlands Fruit and Veg and donations from Cadell Food Services. Essential Catering and Events chef Sean Robertson said over 200 meals were prepared, including chicken casseroles and pumpkin and chickpea curry as a vegetarian option. Flourless chocolate brownies and vegan
fudge brownies were provided for dessert by Mountain Wholefoods. The Philanthropic Collective strategic development and event director Andrew FilipGautier said “the thing with Hills folk is they all say someone needs it more than me”. “This is just another opportunity for families of the Hills that have been impacted by the storm event. Some have just got power on, some are still struggling along and it’s just another opportunity to give people a break and a nice hot, beautifully prepared
meal,” he said. Olinda Community House president Rose Naughton said it was “wonderful” to be able to support The Philanthropic Collective and it’s Free Food Program. “We are working in partnership to look at ways that we can support the broader community so having them at the house is wonderful,” she said. Yarra Ranges Council streeton ward councillor Cathrine Burnett-Wake attended to help alongside Donalea Patman OAM.
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40 years of making music By Taylah Eastwell An Olinda woman has published a book detailing the long and colourful forty year history of the Dandenong Ranges Music Council (DRMC). Drawing from annual reports, Helen Holliday recently published the book which recounts the last four decades of the DRMC, starting from its humble beginnings. “I was on the original steering committee and the first board. When the DRMC was coming up for 40 years in 2019 the first thought I had was this organisation has been going for such a long time, it was very important someone wrote its history,” Ms Holliday said. The DRMC began as a result of a year’s teaching exchange for the McAlister family, from The Patch, when Murray McAlister took his young family to a quaint town in Montana, USA. All four McAlister children there started to learn to play various instruments, but on their return to The Patch, there were no bands or orchestras for the children to continue honing their skills. With only luck to thank, the recently retired Director of Music for the Royal Australian Navy, Don Coxon, had just moved to the neighbouring suburb of Kallista. Mr Coxon, together with Murray and Bev McAlister, approached the local member of the Victorian Parliament, Bill Borthwick, for support on establishing a committee. A new committee was formed shortly after, marking the beginning of the DRMC. Before long new bands were formed, as well as choirs, recorder groups, guitar groups, string groups and bush bands – all under the auspices of the DRMC over the years. The DRMC was recognised by the Australia Council in 1990 as the premier community music organisation in Australia. With support from Yarra Ranges Council, the Australia Council and the Victorian Ministry for Arts, the DRMC has not only offered the
Helen Holiday, from Olinda, has published a book detailing the 40-year history of the DRMC. gift of music to young people by helping them to learn instruments or sing in a choir, but has also provided opportunities for people of all ages to get involved in music. Notable large scale productions over the years have given employment to composers, music therapists, sound engineers and lighting techs, as well as training opportunities for the countless volunteers keen to learn about stage and concert management, music librarianship and logistics management.
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A sub-group, known as The Happy Wanderers, have been visiting nursing homes and retirement villages for over 20 years to provide care and entertainment. For many years, two scholarships have also been awarded annually to promising young musicians. The Ann and Chris Krans Award and the Bill Borthwick Award have each seen many children go on to become professional musicians and teachers around the globe. “It’s a sense of achievement because I really
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Terry’s asbestos warning By Taylah Eastwell Terry Wright was a builder by trade, and a champion sportsman by leisure. Above all - Terry was a gentleman, old-fashioned in his ways and as polite as they come. Born in Ferntree Gully on 29 June 1947, Terry lived his life in the Hills, making a name for himself both in business and on sporting fields across the mountain. A father of seven, step-father of three and grandfather of ten, Terry loved nothing more than his family, gathering everyone around the TV to yell for Essendon being one of his favourite ways to spend a Saturday night. On Saturday 26 June, as he lay gravely in hospital, Terry did just that. But this time, it would be the last. With his nearest and dearest crowded around him all watching on as the Bombers battled it out against the Demons, Terry passed away peacefully around 10pm, leaving a gaping hole in the hearts of his family and the wider Hills community. Just two days out from his 74th birthday, Terry lost his battle with terminal pleural mesothelioma - a deadly asbestos cancer that he was diagnosed with only three months prior. Holding back tears, Terry’s wife Christina said it is “important for people to understand how awful working with even just a little bit asbestos can be”, with Terry also wanting to get the message out to younger builders and renovators prior to his passing. “He was a vibrant, fit and healthy man, he was out on jet ski’s at Easter just a few months ago. We’ve all worked with asbestos and only now do I stop and think, wow it really is just the luck of the draw. The dangers are so incredible it scares the heck out of me,” Christina said. After being short of breath and “a bit fatigued”, Terry went to the doctors earlier this year who originally blamed the fact he was 73 and still working for his tiredness. Not sold, Terry and Christina sought a second opinion. The doctor suggested a CT scan and chest XRay, which devastatingly revealed some tumours. “We then found out through a biopsy. The whole thing took about eight weeks to diagnose,” Christina said. “He was such a fit man, he wasn’t used to being tired,” she said. Christina described the heartbreaking diagnosis as a “complete shock”. “I think he thought that even though they had told him it was terminal, inoperable and there was no cure, he thought because he was a strong person and was having all the right foods and diet that maybe he would have a chance of living for a few years, but we were all just shocked,” she said. “After the diagnosis it took a nose dive, he got pneumonia in mid-April and it was like one minute you’re healthy and the next you haven’t got long left. There was no time to process it really. He was wheelchair bound with-
Prior to his passing, Terry Wright wanted builders and renovators to be aware of the dangers of asbestos. in four weeks, I gave up work to care for him and we thought we would just pot around the house together and do a few things but by the end he was really just worrying about getting to the end of the day,” she said. For a fit man, still working well into his 70’s, life as Terry knew it was over as the illness took hold. “He was a hard worker, a champion cricket player, a champion footballer, he was actually picked up in his younger days to play for Hawthorn in the U19’s. He holds records at clubs for cricket, everyone at Belgrave and St Johns Tecoma clubs knows Terry, he was just a very good sportsman and a fit and vibrant man. Everyone has been sending messages saying he was a true gentleman,” Christina said. Terry was among the founding members of Tecoma Cricket Club and a distinguished first XI player at the club for many years after starting as a youngster in the first XI. The ultimate all-rounder, some of Terry’s on-field achievements during his fifty years as a cricketer include six first XI hundreds, four seven wicket hauls with a best of 8/55 against Menzies Creek in the 1981/82 season and a career best 160 against Upwey in the 1983/84
season. Continuing on as captain and mentoring young players, Terry never lost his skill with the bat and ball, still a class above the rest in his last playing years in veteran’s cricket. Having worked with his father since age 14, Terry took over from his dad at just age 23, his dad then working for Terry later in his career. During the 60’s and 70’s, asbestos was a popular building product that Terry used “profusely” back in a time when the dangers weren’t known. His wife Christina warned others who may be exposed to asbestos to “not be blase about it”. “There is no safe amount of asbestos if you’re one of the unlucky ones. It just needs one spore, you swallow or breathe it in and it just sits there for 20-30 years and gets coated and you end up with a tumour. It just takes one little piece, one fibre, that’s what we’ve learnt. “Terry was very lucky to have the life he had but it should have been longer. “Don’t take it for granted. If you’re not sure, call people to get rid of it. It’s just not worth it,” Christina said. A funeral service celebrating Terry’s life was held at Upwey RSL on Friday 2 July at 11.30am.
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Shed volunteers build homes for displaced possums By Taylah Eastwell With thousands of trees down across the Dandenongs, a number of loved local wildlife species have had to find makeshift homes. At Upwey Primary School, displaced possums moved into school buildings, prompting school leaders to contact Upwey Men’s Shed to see if an alternate home could be crafted. With Upwey Men’s Shed member John Pope the resident expert possum box maker, members were able to create three new wooden homes for the furry critters. While other members mustered up donations to fund materials, Mr Pope got to work in his own shed to create the boxes to help out his local community. President of Upwey Men’s Shed, Gerran Wright visited the school recently to hand over the possum boxes Mr Pope had made. “We hope these boxes will be appreciated by the possums as much as the school. The children were very interested in the possum boxes and talked excitedly about their knowl10 MAIL
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edge of the local wildlife,” Mr Wright said. “We have helped out the Upwey Primary School with a number of projects now and look forward to continuing our work in the community. “This is an example of the things we can do more of when we get our own shed up and going,” Mr Wright said. Having formed over three years ago, the Upwey Men’s Shed is still awaiting assistance from Yarra Ranges Council to find them an appropriate site to build a men’s shed in Upwey. The men remain hopeful that they will soon have a shed to gather in for social interaction and to work on other projects for the benefit of the wider community. “We have been temporarily meeting at the Upwey Township Hall on a regular basis for nearly three years but it doesn’t have space for a workshop,” Mr Wright said. Upwey Men’s Shed, together with Upwey Township Group, recently opened the hall to provide relief to local residents in need of assistance following the storm.
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Strength and resilience Over the last 18 months Victorians have been truly tested. From the long lockdowns to natural disasters, it is hard to imagine that things could get worse. The storm that hit the Dandenongs, Yarra Valley and the outer east of Melbourne four weeks ago was yet another test of our community’s strength and resilience. The force of nature is devastating. It is easy to see how this could be, for some, the last straw. But, as we have seen so many times in the last 18 months, the spirit of our local community shone through. In times of crisis, people’s first thoughts are often for others; family, friends, and even strangers all looking out for each other. It was clear on the night and into the next morning
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to stand down because the conditions were too treacherous to continue. While for most, the power is back on and key local roads are clear, much still needs to be done. A whole host of local organisations and informal groups have since mobilised with precision and efficiency thanks to local knowledge, relationships and know-how. As with any natural disaster, government plays a central role. All three levels of government have worked co-operatively to deliver assistance. Initially, my focus was to ensure the scale of the storm was well understood in Canberra, so that the affected areas of our community receive financial and practical assistance. The Federal Government has provided Aus-
tralian Defence Force personnel and is helping fund Disaster Payments and Recovery Allowances, while also working with the Victorian Government to support residents as they get their power back on. I continue to work with the team at Yarra Ranges Council as they coordinate the local response effort and I will continue to work with the Emergency Services Minister to deliver further support as it is needed. Let’s not forget that it is the strength of our community that will guide us through this time. It is never easy to recover from something like this, but from what we have seen so far, it’s the care and concern for others that drives us. Long may it continue.
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Tree removal overkill Having just read Carl Stemp’s letter (Questions over ‘carnage’, Ranges Trader 29 June) it seems there is an overkill epidemic of tree removal following the recent storm activity. We live in Cockatoo and Ausnet contractors have become overzealous post the storm in our street alone, goodness knows what they’re up to in the broader Dandenongs area. Outside our block they have already cut down at least ten trees with a couple more marked for removal. On an adjacent street there are a large number of trees with the dreaded yellow cross just waiting for a horde of hungry chainsaws. It seems to be a knee-jerk reaction given in the 13 years we have lived in our street not one tree has fallen on our road boundary in any direction. I don’t believe it is possible to future-proof the hills from big storms, regardless of wind
direction and it needs to be said that trees or branches fall over powerlines daily, not just in heavily treed areas but also in the suburbs. Presumably Ausnet wants to be seen to be doing something, but I think this is a major PR failure for them, without even considering the impact on assorted fauna and birdlife. Peter Minahan, Cockatoo
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they were married. The pair lived in Olinda and were a major part of the community, most notably the Anglican church community. Mr Raisin described his wife as the glass half full to his glass half empty. But those years together would be cut short by a long battle with cancer and before long, Ms Martin-Raisin ‘the carer’ became the one who needed caring for. Sue Martin-Raisin died on 17 December 2019 after months of treatment and ill health. Mr Raisin was finally able to lay his wife to rest on Monday 28 June, the day of her birthday.
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Sue Martin-Raisin was a beloved member of the Dandenong Ranges community, putting others before herself almost always. Ms Martin-Raisin achieved much in her life, which started from a very young age. As baby of the year in 1946, Ms MartinRaisin went on to become head prefect at Oakleigh High and then a pathology cadet at Prince Henry’s. Her interest in the human body and all things medical would see her take her lunch every day to the observation deck of the operating theatres to watch on. Leaving that behind, Ms Martin-Raisin became a medical sales rep, taking out National Salesperson of the Year at one point. Moving to the Dandenong Ranges with her
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Students learn to drive their future It was a true case of determination and resilience – and “third time lucky” - for a group of Cire Community School students when they recently attained their Learner Driver’s Permits. Having completed their Changing Gears pre-Learner Driver education program at the school’s Mount Evelyn campus, their Learner Permit tests on the fifth and final day were postponed due to the recent Covid lockdown and then again as a result of widespread power outages and disruptions caused by the damaging storm event. It’s an anxious time for anyone preparing for their Learner permits with candidates keen to sit their tests as soon as possible when they are ready. The Cire students truly showed their determination, resilience and competency on the third successful attempt with a 100 per cent pass rate and, on the day, having to enter the centre one at a time over several hours to undertake their tests due to Covid social distancing restrictions. The Mount Evelyn students are among 18 Cire Community School students who have gained their Learner Driver’s permits in recent weeks thanks to the Changing Gears program which focuses on the knowledge required for safer drivers and passengers and good decision making. A third program had to be rescheduled to August, again due to the recent Covid shutdown. The program has become an important
part of Cire Community School’s offerings, helping students attain one of the “rites of passage” which may not otherwise be within easy reach, as well as contribute to keeping our roads safer. With 100 per cent pass rates for almost every program over the past several years, it provides students with a real senses of achievement and boosts their confidence in their ability to work towards a positive goal. Changing Gears has been made possible by support and funding through the Department of Transport and VicRoads Community Road Safety Program. Of significance is that Cire has recently been awarded funding for the safer driver and passenger interventions for 2021/2022 including Changing Gears as well as Looking After Our Mates, an interactive drink/drug driving information presentation about responsible driving and looking after each other. Cire will also be helping roll out a new intervention, Safer Vehicles, which is set to be a benchmark in the region for providing young drivers with a sound knowledge base about what to look for when purchasing a vehicle to ensure it is safe and compliant. “Changing Gears gives students, and their families, the confidence to undertake their Learner’s permit test and then gain invaluable time driving under adult supervision,” explained Cire teacher Karen Swankie who coordinates the program at the community school. “It provides a supported environment that breaks down the road rules into manageable
learning opportunities and, as a result, our students have been incredibly successful in gaining their Learner’s permits over the years. We are now very excited to be able to extend our offerings to the additional interventions of Safer Vehicles and Looking After Our Mates.” Karen and Willa Vale, who helped coordinate the recent program at the Mount Evelyn campus, emphasised the importance for Cire students to experience success. Willa explained, “Changing Gears gives students, particularly those with low literacy levels and self-confidence, the opportunity to achieve success by learning the road rules in a supportive environment with their peers. Facilitators work with individual students on areas where they may require extra support and students are able to learn with their peers, which further embeds the learning. Being able to sit for the test with a group, rather than alone, helps to alleviate nervousness associated with testing. It is such a valuable program for our students.” The following feedback from students further highlights the value of the program: “I joined the Changing Gears program to hopefully gain a clearer understanding of the Learner’s permit test and to get started on my journey to becoming a responsible driver. The program exceeded my expectations, our teacher was a kind and patient lady who was willing to explain what and why the information she was presenting was valid. I found it to be incredibly helpful and encouraging and
Luke was one of the Cire students who successfully gained his Learner’s permit.
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would recommend others do it when the opportunity comes again“ - Tom “I really enjoyed the program and the extra support I received“ - Ben “I thought it was really good. It was good that it was at school so everyone was on the same level“ - Myles “It helped having the support of other students in the class to learn the information“ – Ruby “I have been waiting to get my Learners through the school with the Changing Gears program“ - Shaun “It was good to learn with my mates“ - Hugo “I wasn’t able to get my Learners during Çovid lockdowns last year so it was good to be able to finally get it“ – Keely
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To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.
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ACREAGE MOMENTS FROM BELGRAVE THIS contemporary 4-bedroom home plus study is set within a private 2-acre allotment which leads down to a flowing creek accessed via terraced lawn areas and over a small boardwalk. Inside you will love the beautiful, polished floorboards which flow through the open plan lounge, dining and kitchen areas including, the gorgeous family room featuring cathedral ceilings and highlight windows. The new kitchen has new stainless-steel appliances, dishwasher, ample storage, and lovely views of rolling hills. The large lounge room has a Coonara-style fireplace and overlooks a private courtyard. The four bedrooms, three of which have built in robes, have direct access onto the fabulous balcony, a perfect spot for a
morning cuppa. The fourth bedroom has its own private entrance from the courtyard. All bedrooms are serviced by the new updated main bathroom, while the master has ensuite and walk in robe. Downstairs is a large versatile area which has a kitchenette, bathroom with shower and toilet, and could be teenage retreat or rumpus room, plus a separate workshop and cellar. The sealed driveway leads to a double carport and a large entertaining area with lovely views. If you have been searching for that special home that offers privacy and yet only moments from Belgrave central, schools and public transport, then this could be the answer. ●
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Second Lieutenant at Olinda CFA Tony Neale, Community Bank Dandenong Ranges Group Chair Deb Weber, Captain of Sassafras-Ferny Creek CFA Jeff Harbourd, and First Lieutenant at Kalorama-Mt Dandenong CFA Alex Felich.
BANK THANKS THE CFA WITH DONATION COMMUNITY Bank Upwey, Belgrave and Cockatoo, part of Bendigo Bank, have thanked local hills brigades by donating to each a Milwaukee Tool kit valued at over $1,000. Community Bank Dandenong Ranges Group Chair, Deb Weber said, “As a thank you to the Dandenong
Ranges brigades and their volunteers’ efforts to assist with the recovery from recent storm damage, together with their great work throughout the year, we are giving each brigade a Milwaukee Tool Kit". "Fifteen kits will be provided, and the brigades can decide whether they wish to add to their existing equipment catalogue
or offer as a prize for a raffle to raise funds to assist their brigade. Our company, on the suggestion of one of our Directors, decided to donate this equipment. We are grateful to be supported by the supplier who contacted the Milwaukee distributor who donated 8 reciprocating saws to the kits. A very generous offer
which we accepted. “We don’t think anyone, especially in the hills, underestimates the value of our volunteer CFA members and we are especially grateful in times of emergency to have people who selflessly give their time, energy, expertise and community spirit to assist others in need,” Ms Weber said. ●
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CHaRaCtER HOME WItH a DREaM SHED
SElby 1a WOODLanD GROVE
$980,000-$1,078,000
THE APPEAl IS TIMElESS this meticulously maintained and beautifully presented home is filled with character and has a creative design featuring a flexible floor plan set over two levels. Downstairs features a sunken lounge with a welcoming window seat, soaring timber lined cathedral ceilings, country style kitchen, family room, sitting room, study nook and 2 bedrooms both with window seats and a gorgeous main bathroom. Upstairs has the 3rd bedroom plus the stunning master suite with its own balcony & sitting area. additional features include newly polished floorboards, freshly painted, new light fittings, wool carpets, GDH, split system, wood fire, under stair storage and covered entertaining area great for alfresco dining. Outside features a large purpose-built insulated garage with heating and a tufflift brand 3.7 tonne capacity 2 post clear floor style hoist, permaculture vegetable gardens, fruit trees and a cubby house all set within a fenced yard, perfect for pets and children to explore safely. Minutes to Belgrave Central, schools, public transport and sporting facilities, and yet in a private setting.
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this mid-century modern family home is the ultimate tree change for anyone looking to relax and live in spectacular style. positioned to capture sweeping views of the Warburton Ranges and with the morning sunrise brings natural light streaming in through walls of glass and nestled in whisper-quiet surrounds of 6,418 m2. an engineer’s masterpiece of three separate buildings being the main residence with extensive balcony, 4 roomed studio/ offices with bathroom & kitchenette and a music room/theatre under the double garage.
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EMERAld 39 EMERaLD LakE ROaD lAKE HOUSE lIVING ON AlMOST 3/4 ACRE
$990,000-$1,089,000 3A 2B 2C 1E
Located opposite 125 acres of Emerald Lake park and within a short walk to Emerald Village and the lifestyle it has to offer sits this large home featuring 3 zoned living areas, study, polished floorboards, fireplace, DGH, mains water as well as tank water to the house, oversized double garage, mix of gardens & lawn with a magnificent old Oak tree & unique fruit trees, chook pen & plenty of off-street parking, sealed drive & side access to the rear. there is also a studio with its own deck and a paved, covered courtyard.
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$595,000 - $650,000
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$685,000 - $750,000
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Set on ¾ acre in a convenient Emerald location is this exciting renovator’s delight. The parcel of land is fenced and gated along the front of the property, the creek at the back marking its rear boundary. Outside, the home has been re-clad and quality built entertaining deck added. Inside, the home has been completely gutted and is ready for someone with a vision to come in and make it their dream home. The floorplan shows 3 bedrooms plus study, a master with provisions for walk-in robe and ensuite, the main bathroom, and 2 separate living areas, perfect for a lounge, dining, and kitchen. There is a second lower level that currently comprises the laundry or mudroom, and is just waiting for your vision to bring it to life! The property also has a double lock-up garage making this home even more appealing!
In an outstanding Emerald location is this once glorious brick home on a flat block, almost ¾ acre. Entering the home you can see its former glory with high ceilings, beautiful dark parquetry floors, exposed brick walls, and a large living/ dining and lounge area with wood heater. An impressive feature servery window also features between the dining/ living area and kitchen with built-in bench and cupboards making entertaining a grand affair. There are 3 bedrooms, the master with ensuite, and main bathroom servicing the remaining 2 bedrooms; plenty of room for the whole family. Outside there is an undercover entertaining area plus a 2 car carport which could easily become another room in the home (STCA). Additionally, a 4 car garage with concrete floor and 3 phase power is situated at the rear of the home next to the undercover entertaining area.
Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994 Kayla Turner 0448 440 495
Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032 Declan Palmer 0427 062 148
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$365,000 - $399,000
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$880,000 - $950,000
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This elevated, corner block of vacant land in Cockatoo with mains water connected and all services available, plus established circular driveway is ready to go!
Set in a quiet, leafy Emerald position is this gorgeous family home on ½ acre with 4 bedrooms. Featuring large timber kitchen with plenty of cupboard and bench space and access outside to the entertaining area. A sunroom with floor to ceiling windows adjoins the dining/ sitting room and can be closed off for privacy, the additional living area is situated on the lower level with its own access, perfect for entertaining that won’t disturb those in the main living zone. Of the 4 bedrooms, the master is on the lower floor with ensuite and its own access, the secondary also with ensuite plus private balcony, the third and fourth bedrooms serviced by the main bathroom. The home features a sealed driveway and carport plus a single garage with internal access, established gardens that welcome the wildlife, and lovely views of rolling hills from the first floor.
Set on almost 1/2 acre, plans have been approved to build your very own gorgeous story book home with delightful dormer windows and elevated rear deck, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, carport, 2 sheds and bunker. Opportunities like this do not present often and with all the hard work done with council all that is left to do is watch your dreams become a reality! So if you’re in the market for a brand new home, contact the listing agent before you miss out.
Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032 Declan Palmer 0427 062 148
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10 Oakwood Lane, BELGRAVE BRILLIANT INVESTMENT WITH BONUS NRZ2 ZONING
$700,000 - $770,000 3A 1B
This meticulously presented brick home set upon Ringwood-Belgrave Rail Trail boasts a very bright future indeed. Offering immediate livability and immense promise with premium NRZ2 zoning providing subdivision potential (STCA), this property suits buyers with their sights set on the future. The interior of this inviting home offers a comfortable configuration that enriches the warm and welcoming feel.
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NICELY PRESENTED HOME NESTLED IN PRIME POSITION
This nicely presented residence nestled between Tecoma and bustling Belgrave townships is an idyllic acquisition at any age or stage of life. Set upon a private, gently sloping block with beautiful Ferny Creek trickling by, this home is the ultimate in lovely Hills living. Equipped with ample off-street parking and enviable upgrades inside, new owners will be proud to call this property home.
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Stop shopping and start building at this beautiful block. A rare offering in a revered location only 45 minutes from Melbourne CBD, this property promises to be an impressive investment in both location and lifestyle. From this slightly elevated allotment exquisite hillside outlooks are offered. Ready to remain a joy for owners for years to come, your new home will capture the views, so there is no need to shop around when you can settle into a beautiful brand-new home.
A once in a lifetime opportunity is now here for you to purchase this glorious 10 acre parcel of land that takes in mesmerising views of the Cotswold Valley and stretches as far as the sparkling waters of Port Phillip Bay. With plans and permits ready and waiting, this stunning acreage is a blank canvas for you to build your dream home and enjoy the peaceful surrounds of nature at its very finest.
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Rival’s clash ends in draw By Nick Creely Woori Yallock and Cranbourne are beginning to form one of the genuine rivalries of the AFL Outer East with yet another drama-filled clash on Saturday. The Eagles and Tigers played out yet another draw - their second since the inception of the competition - in an absorbing battle at Livingston Reserve, 6.3 (39) to 5.9 (39). Free space was at a premium in the highly contested slog, with almost nothing separating the two sides who threw everything into the contest. It would have delighted footy purists. The lead was swapped at every change, with the Tigers taking in an 11-point lead at the final change, before the home side managed the two majors to force the draw. As has been the custom all season, Kane Thompson was absolutely brilliant for the visitors, Liam O’Dea was all class, while for the Eagles, and emerging tall Corey Ellison once again showcased his elite traits with two goals and a towering presence around the ground. With the sides not fixture to play again this home-and-away season, could the two rivals meet once again in a final, similar to 2019? Down at The Superdome, Upwey Tecoma banked a morale boosting win against Olinda Ferny Creek, 4.15 (39) to 4.11 (35).
Finding the middle of the big sticks was hard for both sides, with eight goals from a total of 34 scoring shots, however Stuart Hill’s side lifted for its home fans to knock off the inform Bloods. Bailey Oates was once again the standout for the Tigers as he puts together a brilliant 2021 campaign, while the likes of Glenn Costas, Haydn Stanley and Sam Waters were huge in the win. For the Bloods - who will quickly pick themselves back up - ex-Pie Matthew Scharenberg once again found stacks of the footy in another flashy display. Wandin also picked up its first win of the season, and as a result have sent Doveton to the bottom of the table, 9.15 (69) to 5.14 (44). The Doggies have been valiant this season without much reward, but found their bark to register a 25-point win over the Doves at home. The clash was tight for the first half before Nick Adam’s group slammed on five goals to one in the third and fourth quarters to win comfortably. John Ladner was the standout for the Dogs, Pat Hodgett snared three majors, and while for the Doves Jake Basa was simply brilliant in a losing cause. In the remaining match, ladder-leading Beaconsfield held off a fast-finishing Narre
Warren to bank a four-point win, 12.13 (85) to 12.9 (81). In Division 1, meanwhile, Emerald banked arguably its most important win of the season to date against Gembrook Cockatoo, 12.10 (82) to 8.12 (60). The Bombers always held sway in the contest at Heatherbrae Recreation Reserve, leading by as much as 29 points at the final change. It was a strong all-round team effort from the Bombers, with the likes of Mehdi Daoud, Ty Ellison, Pat Chin (four goals) and Jarrod Marshall all in the best. At Don Road, Healesville was clinical in a 67-point win against Belgrave, 14.20 (104) to 5.7 (37). The struggling Magpies were always behind the eight-ball after trailing by 24 at quarter time, and kept extending that margin throughout the afternoon. Ruckman Will Kristelly-Kelety was particularly instrumental in the win, while Nick Mende and Cody Anderson were also strong contributors. Seville inflicted Mt Evelyn with its second loss of the season, with the Blues holding on for a 20-point win at home, 13.7 (85) to 10.5 (65). The Blues blew the game out of the water in the first quarter, playing some of their fin-
est footy for the season to slam on seven goals to one. As good sides do, the Rovers fought back but were always up against it with the home side always having the answers. It’s a particularly important win for the Blues, who move to a 4-4 record. Big man Deng Nai was electric for the home side, with Dom Aloi and Rob Petracca combining for seven goals to be the main attacking threats. In the remaining match, Officer had too much class for Berwick Springs, 15.11 (101) to 2.6 (18) at Mick Morland Reserve. Powelltown was at its snarling best in Division, brushing aside Yarra Glen by 91 points, 22.12 (144) to 8.5 (53). The Demons could do no wrong, leading comfortably at every change, and in particularly were damaging in the second half, slamming on 11 goals to three. Michael Fowkes snagged six for the home, with Jayden Mullan and Jack Garthwaite among the best. Yarra Junction were also big winners, defeating Yea comfortably, 17.16 (118) to 3.5 (23), Warburton Millgrove did what it needed to at Harley Hammond Reserve against Broadford, 12.17 (89) to 2.3 (15), while Kinglake defeated Alexandra by 51 points, 10.16 (76) to 3.7 (25) in a top-of-the-table clash.
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Eagles spread wings, playing with pride Ferntree Gully Eagles battled it out against Fountain Gate Junior Football Club in the Football Integration Development Association (FIDA League) round at Narre Warren on Sunday 4 July. Fountain Gate claimed the victory.
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Following consecutive wins against bottom of the table Doveton and Wandin, Olinda’s senior football team faced the Upwey-Tecoma Tigers with hopes of securing their third victory in a row and third spot on the ladder. In freezing conditions on a soggy deck at Upwey, the Bloods came into the match looking to make the small ground big and not playing on the opposition’s terms. From the beginning the Tiger’s pressure was relentless, causing numerous stoppages and winning the majority of the centre clearances, essentially beating Olinda’s mids at their own game. Upwey managed to keep the ball moving forward with their consistent second and third efforts, applying massive pressure on Olinda’s defenders as they booted three hard-fought first quarter goals. A late set shot goal to Mitch Bonuda however kept the bloods in the hunt, trailing 22-7 at quarter time. The second quarter presented more of the same with Upwey’s mids continuing to dominate the contest. Olinda’s defence - led by Scharenberg, Cooling, Rohrmann and Noorda - held firm, keeping the Tigers goalless for the quarter. The Bloods were no better in front of goal adding only four points to the scoreboard and entering the main break trailing by 16 points. Entering the second half, the Bloods were keen to get the game back on their terms and build momentum. Stalwarts Kelsey Currie and Dylan Arnold competed hard in the middle, but across the ground poor disposal, skill errors and fumbling - “half-step” efforts - ensured that Upwey kept a strangle-hold on the match. However, the Bloods were let off the hook by Upwey’s inaccuracy and after some classy work from Jay Rankin to set up Hocking for a late goal Olinda was still within two goals at the final break. The fourth quarter was a heart-stopper with the ball going back and forth. After two clutch goals from Bonuda and Greenall, the Bloods found themselves in front. But the mistakes continued, and Upwey’s relentless midfield intensity was rewarded with a late goal to Waters. The Tigers deserved to run out winners by four points. Accurate kicking might have earned them a six-goal win in a disappointing match for the Bloods. Olinda’s reserves (10-10-70) defeated Upwey comfortably (4-10-34) mailcommunity.com.au
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